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• Elon Musk made a robot mistake with Model 3 production

  13-04-2018 23:47
  Tesla counted too much on automation to boost Model 3 production, Elon Musk has admitted, with the automaker pulling out some of the tech the outspoken CEO had not long ago been praising. The automaker has been a voracious early-adopter of robotic production methods, with Musk suggesting before that the end result would be mechanized car construction so fast you’d … Continue reading
  
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• Huawei reportedly plans to launch its foldable smartphone in November

  13-04-2018 23:27 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Speculations as to whether or not Huawei will release a 'truly foldable' smartphone have been surfacing for years now but a launch date may finally be near. Sources claim the company is planning on unveiling the device in November.
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• 5 fast facts about AMD’s Ryzen 2nd Gen CPUs

  13-04-2018 23:22
  Today we’re taking a quick look at the latest in CPU power from AMD in Ryzen 2nd Gen, in four configurations. This is the firsts official announcement on hardware for Ryzen 2nd Gen, and it comes in four different packages. The factoids we’re about to run down should give you a good enough idea of what’s going on to get … Continue reading
  
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• 1,485hp auction: Final Dodge Viper and Demon go under the hammer

  13-04-2018 23:11
  If your dream garage includes two modern classics with 1,485 horsepower between them, then Dodge has the package deal for you. The last 2017 Dodge Viper ever built and the final 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon have been bundled together for a charity auction, though the kicker is that you can only buy them together. Normally, the Viper would be … Continue reading
  
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• Waymo seeks no-driver autonomous car testing permit in California

  13-04-2018 23:09
  Alphabet’s self-driving division Waymo has applied to test driverless autonomous cars on California roads, the company has confirmed. The application was submitted earlier this week with the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Assuming sources expanding on the matter are correct, Waymo plans to start its testing in Mountain View and expand into the Bay Area later on. The information comes … Continue reading
  
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• Facial recognition tech picks a suspect out of a crowd of 50,000 in China

  13-04-2018 23:06 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Police in southeast China have reportedly arrested a fugitive spotted in a crowd of 50,000 people attending a pop concert -- thanks to some eerily accurate facial recognition technology.
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• Yakima’s SkyRise Poler puts a stylish spin on the popular rooftop tent

  13-04-2018 23:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Yakima teams up with Poler in a redesign of the popular rooftop tent -- dubbed the SkyRise Poler -- including camouflage fabric, orange accents, and all the same coveted features from the original SkyRise.
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• These 40 Brilliant Gadgets On Amazon Will Be Game-Changers For Practical People - Bustle

  13-04-2018 23:01
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  These 40 Brilliant Gadgets On Amazon Will Be Game-Changers For Practical People
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  If you're someone who prefers for products to have a concrete purpose before you spend your hard-earned money on them, you know how hard it is to shop on Amazon. There's plenty of cute finds, fun gadgets, and weird things you've never seen before ...and more »
  
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• iPhone X: Here’s everything you need to know about Apple’s best phone yet

  13-04-2018 23:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple CEO Tim Cook called the new iPhone X “the biggest leap forward since the original iPhone. The iPhone X is unlike any smartphone we've ever seen. Here's all the details on this stunning phone.
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• 2019 Volkswagen Jetta first drive review

  13-04-2018 22:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The redesigned 2019 Volkswagen Jetta sedan has been to finishing school, boasts more interior space than before, and bristles with tech features. But this updated compact car lacks a soul.
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• Another initial coin offering ‘exit scam’ steals $660M from Vietnam’s investors

  13-04-2018 22:35 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Reports claim that a company developing two cryptocurrencies raised $660.79 million in initial coin offerings and disappeared with the money. The company initially paid commissions with cash but reverted to worthless tokens.
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• Forget cloning dogs, A.I. is the real way to let your pooch live forever

  13-04-2018 22:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers from the University of Washington and the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence have created a deep-learning A.I. that is designed to mimic the behavior of dogs.
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• Excited for ‘Rampage’? You can play the arcade game online for free

  13-04-2018 22:23 via digitaltrends.com
  
  To celebrate the theatrical release of Rampage, Warner Bros. created a site where you can play the arcade game for free in your browser. We tried it out on both desktop and mobile and it's a stomping good time as always.
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• This app just changed the way I use Android: Notifix

  13-04-2018 22:22
  Notifix is an app for Android devices that basically says to Google: “I’m gonna do your job for you.” Where some developers say, “oh I’ll just do all my customization of Android in this launcher app here,” developer balamu96m said, “nay!” This is an app for everybody, and it’s almost completely plug-and-play. The tagline for this app is “No whitelist. … Continue reading
  
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• The gold iPhone X just got exposed

  13-04-2018 22:22
  The gold iPhone X may not have made it to Apple Stores, but it did get to the FCC, according to a newly-revealed filing that shows the unreleased smartphone. A third color option of the iPhone X was among the early rumors around the smartphone, but failed to materialize at its 2017 launch event. Instead, Apple stuck with just two … Continue reading
  
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• Sea of Thieves content updates release schedule and more detailed

  13-04-2018 22:13
  Sea of Thieves, for as cool as sailing around with your friends is, has something of a content problem. Though the basis of great game seems to be in place, right now, it can feel like there isn’t all that much to do. Now that launch has come has gone – with a few bumps to smooth out along the … Continue reading
  
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• Hulu slashes HBO add-on cost, but the discount won’t last

  13-04-2018 22:07
  Want to watch the next season of Westworld but don’t want to pay premium for an HBO subscription? If so, Hulu’s latest deal will no doubt be appealing. For a short time, the streaming service is offering its customers HBO as an add-on service for about one-third its normal monthly rate, making it about the same price as a fancy … Continue reading
  
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• Google Home partners with Netflix to launch ‘Lost in Space’ family game

  13-04-2018 21:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Netflix is your one-stop shop for binge-watching all your favorite TV shows. Now, Google Home and Netflix have partnered together to create fun games that combine two of your favorite things.
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• So long to security? ‘GrayKey’ box picks the locks on Apple’s iPhones

  13-04-2018 21:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  AMD debuts next generation of their Ryzen desktop CPU lineup, Gmail may offer time-limited email options, law enforcement agencies have a new option when it comes to cracking the security on Apple iPhones.
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• Those terrifyingly cramped SkyRider airplane seats are back

  13-04-2018 21:42
  Just when you thought flying in economy couldn’t get any worse, airplane seat makers are here to remind you that even being able to sit normally is apparently a privilege not a right. SkyRider, the well-ridiculed, saddle-inspired seat design from 2010 clearly didn’t take the hate to heart, as the manufacturers are back with a new – and even more … Continue reading
  
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• Russia to ban Telegram messenger over encryption dispute

  13-04-2018 21:38
  A Russian court on Friday ordered that access to the Telegram messenger service be blocked in Russia, heralding possible communication disruption for millions of users in the latest clash between global technology firms and Russian authorities.
  
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• Internet Archive’s Arcade now adding “hundreds” of new games

  13-04-2018 21:36
  Emulated games from the otherwise-lost history of video games are coming to the Internet Archive. The original Internet Arcade project was started all the way back on August 6th of 2014, but only this year really blew up to its current size. In fact, the most massive portion of games in the archive now were just added this week – … Continue reading
  
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• Twitter replaces 'pistol' emoji with 'water gun'

  13-04-2018 21:29
  In a bid to fight the prevailing gun culture, Twitter has changed its "pistol" emoji to a bright green "water gun", following Apple, which launched a similar one in its iOS 10 update.
  
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• Leaked internal memo warns Apple employees about the dangers of leaking

  13-04-2018 21:22 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple issued a very stern warning to its employees about the consequences of leaking future product and software road maps. The confidential memo, which was leaked to the press, comes after a series of product leaks in 2017.
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• A new BioShock game is reportedly in development at 2K Games

  13-04-2018 21:18 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A new report from Kotaku states that an unannounced fourth entry in the BioShock series is currently in development at a secret 2K Games studio, with some of its development team previously working at Hangar 13.
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• Sleep cheek to cheek with the bootyful Buttress pillow

  13-04-2018 21:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In what can only be described as the nadir of our ingenuity, some bright mind has designed and developed a pillow in the shape of a butt. It's called the Buttress, and it managed to reach its Kickstarter funding goal.
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• iPhone 8 (PRODUCT)RED hits stores: All the details

  13-04-2018 21:12
  If you’ve been thinking about picking up an iPhone 8 or an iPhone 8 Plus, you have a new option to consider beginning today. Earlier in the week, Apple unveiled the new (PRODUCT)RED iPhone 8 and 8 Plus, which gives the phones a red color scheme that definitely stands out. The phones went up for pre-order earlier this week, and … Continue reading
  
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• Semantic Experiences open new conversations with Google’s AI

  13-04-2018 21:11
  Google has launched a new website called Semantic Experiences that enables the public to interact with its natural language artificial intelligence. Semantic Experiences currently has two different interactive options, one called Talk to Books, the other called Semantris. While the latter is an amusing game, Talk to Books is notable as a useful tool that can help people find books. … Continue reading
  
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• I ordered tea from Amazon, but got a box from Walmart. What happened?

  13-04-2018 21:09 via digitaltrends.com
  
  When we order items from Amazon, we expect them to come from Amazon. That's not what happened to me. I ordered from Amazon and got a box from Walmart instead. I did a little detective work to find out.
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• Grosser than ever, hot-air hand dryers spread fecal matter throughout buildings

  13-04-2018 21:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Choose paper towels and don't touch any surface in the building, ever. University of Connecticut researchers found hot-air hand dryers spread feces particles, not only on hands but throughout entire buildings.
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• Huawei MateBook X Pro vs. MacBook Pro

  13-04-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Huawei's latest Windows 10 notebook ups the screen size and packs in an innovative privacy-enhancing camera and productivity-friendly display. Does the MateBook X Pro have what it takes to compete with its rather obvious target, Apple's MacBook Pro?
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• 28 iOS 11 tips and tricks to help you navigate Apple’s latest update with ease

  13-04-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With tons of new features and changes, iOS 11 has far more custom options to make the experience more tailored to your needs. We're here to make the adjustment far easier with some useful iOS 11 tips and tricks.
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• Xiaomi Black Shark vs Razer Phone: Gaming mobile specs fight

  13-04-2018 20:59
  Fortnite’s going to have a whole lot of hardware to roll on whenever it gets to Android. First the Razer Phone, now the Xiaomi Black Shark are both ready and raring to go at the dawn of this new mobile gaming renaissance. At this very moment we don’t yet have access to the latter device – but we’ve got the … Continue reading
  
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• Scientists figure out how to monitor the brain activity of bats in midflight

  13-04-2018 20:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers at the Johns Hopkins University have developed technology that lets them study what happens in the brains of bats in flight. It might just improve future autonomous vehicles.
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• Scientists figure out how to monitor the brain activity of bats in mid-flight

  13-04-2018 20:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers at the Johns Hopkins University have developed technology that lets them study what happens in the brains of bats in flight. It might just improve future autonomous vehicles.
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• Apple leak memo leaks with threats of firing and worse

  13-04-2018 20:46
  Apple has warned potential leakers that they’ll face legal repercussions, instructing its staff not to leak in a memo… that promptly leaked. The threat of criminal charges came in the aftermath of a huge leak last year, where prematurely-shared software revealed details about the iPhone X which, at the time, was still the stuff of widespread rumor and speculation. It … Continue reading
  
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• Gmail to get much-needed visual updates and advanced security features

  13-04-2018 20:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In an email sent out to G Suite administrators earlier today, Google announced plans to roll out a fresh new look for Gmail with a host of new features -- including a fresh new look for the aging web client.
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• Here’s everything we know about ‘It: Chapter 2’ so far

  13-04-2018 20:24 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A second film based on Stephen King's It hits theaters in September 2019. Here's everything we know about It: Chapter 2, which is set 27 years after the events of 2017's box-office blockbuster, It.
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• Android Auto Wireless goes live – but there’s a catch

  13-04-2018 20:13
  Android Auto Wireless support has quietly been enabled, with Google now allowing Pixel and Nexus phones to cut the cord with compatible in-car infotainment systems. The update means that you’ll no longer need to plug your smartphone in with a cable in order to see Android’s car-specific, safer-to-use interface on the dashboard. Android Auto was launched back in March 2015, … Continue reading
  
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• My four favorite fitness gadgets for the summer | Windows Central - Windows Central

  13-04-2018 19:56
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  If you want to get in shape but are having trouble finding the motivation you should start with technology. Here are the four best fitness accessories and apps I use to keep in shape every day.and more »
  
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• Apple Music reaches milestone of 40 million paid subscribers

  13-04-2018 19:54 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple Music has officially surpassed the 40 million subscriber mark. It's an impressive milestone for the music streaming service, which has also just found itself a new leader in Oliver Schusser.
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• Social Feed: Zuckerberg unfazed by #deletefacebook, Boomerang moves to FB

  13-04-2018 19:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  While some tech giants have deleted their Facebook accounts, Facebook says it hasn't seem big changes in user count or even in privacy settings. Meanwhile, the network's camera gains the Boomerang mode and an unlikely network adds GIFs.
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• The ultra-affordable LG Fortune 2 is now available from Cricket Wireless

  13-04-2018 19:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Cricket Wireless has a new ultra-affordable phone for the budget-minded user -- the LG Fortune 2. The device offers 16GB of storage, an 8-megapixel rear-facing camera, and it costs $100.
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• Yahoo Japan invests in a cryptocurrency exchange platform launching this fall

  13-04-2018 19:42 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Yahoo Japan and BitARG Exchange Tokyo both confirmed a 40 percent investment in an upcoming Bitcoin exchange platform launching this fall. Yahoo Japan will supposedly make additional investments at the beginning of 2019.
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• Battlefront 2 in-game purchases are coming back: Here’s the lowdown

  13-04-2018 19:37
  Electronic Arts has revealed that microtransactions will soon be coming back to Star Wars: Battlefront 2. Of course, we knew this day was coming, as EA and DICE have stated their intention to bring in-game purchases back from the day they were removed, but now we have a date for their return. Fortunately, when they come back, they’ll look a … Continue reading
  
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• ‘Unsolved’ producer worked to find 2Pac and Biggie’s humanity, not their killers

  13-04-2018 19:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Anthony Hemingway's new show, Unsolved: The Murders of Tupac and the Notorious B.I.G, is a true crime drama about the murders of the legendary rappers. The producer/director discusses how the show will give closure, and how it humanizes the legendary artists.
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• Russia bans Popular messenger app Telegram, Kremlin must use new service

  13-04-2018 19:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  On Friday, a Russian court banned the popular messenger service Telegram, a decision that comes a week after Russian communication watchdog Roskomnadzor filed a lawsuit to limit users' access to the app.
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• Facebook’s fate is skepticism even when it’s innocent

  13-04-2018 19:20
  A new leak on how Facebook uses AI to predict users most susceptible to advertising has thrown trust in the social network back into the spotlight. The company has not been shy in discussing its work on artificial intelligence, which it uses in numerous ways to filter what it believes its users will be most interested in – and will … Continue reading
  
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• A Breakthrough in 3D Printing Liquids Could Lead to Squishy ... - Gizmodo

  13-04-2018 19:16
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  The most common types of 3D printing involve either extruding melted plastic or using a laser to solidify tiny particles, layer by layer, to slowly build up a solid object. But researchers at the Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National ...and more »
  
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• Photo FOMO: Faster memory cards, color-neutral filters, and ‘Adventury’ bags

  13-04-2018 18:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  This week brought faster memory cards, new camera bags for the adventurous, filters designed to leave colors untouched, and a new rugged on-site hard drive. Oh, and another lens company is moving into the cinema lens game.
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