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• ‘Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze’ review

  04-05-2018 23:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze is a very well-designed platformer that ultimately fails to strike the right balance between difficult and frustrating. If you have a Switch, it's the best place to play.
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• Watch the SureFly two-person hybrid-electric copter make its maiden hover

  04-05-2018 23:35 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The SureFly hybrid-electric helicopter has finally lifted off. Well, at least by a few feet off the ground. “What it does is to answer the question: Will it fly?” says CEO Steve Burns.
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• Nvidia shuts down its GeForce Partner Program, citing misinformation

  04-05-2018 23:35 via digitaltrends.com
  
  After just two months, Nvidia is shutting down its GeForce Partner Program due to criticism. The program was launched to bring transparency to gamers shopping for a new desktop or laptop.
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• Inside the ambitious plan to decode and digitize the Vatican Secret Archives

  04-05-2018 23:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Cutting-edge technology that unlocks long-forgotten Vatican secrets? No, it’s not the latest Dan Brown thriller, but a large-scale project in Italy involving an innovative A.I. system.
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• Who says print is dead? Nintendo turns its attention to kids’ activity books

  04-05-2018 22:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Nintendo has partnered with Random House to release a series of coloring and activity books based on popular franchises such as Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda. Three books in the series are slated to release this summer.
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• Social Feed: Facebook asks for hate speech help; YouTuber in jail for fake news

  04-05-2018 22:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In this week's Social Feed, Facebook tests a new feature asking users to help spot hate speech, even on photos of puppies. Following a new fake news law in Malaysia, a YouTuber faces a month in jail for sharing inaccurate data.
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• 2018 Volvo XC40 review

  04-05-2018 22:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Volvo youth-oriented XC40 serves luxury shoppers a healthy dose of contemporary chic that may be the brand’s best chance of knocking BMW, Audi, and Lexus down a peg or two.
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• A friendly robotic arm plays tic-tac-toe to help rehabilitate patients

  04-05-2018 21:47
  Researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel are building a tic-tac-toe game to help patients with their rehabilitation exercises. The game is played on a grid of boxes and includes “embodied” and non-embodied play. Embodied play means a robotic arm will grab and place a marker – in this case a small cup – and non-embodied play includes bright lights that light up to mark the computer’s spot.
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• The Onkyo TX-NR787 has a secret weapon and it’s not THX Select certification

  04-05-2018 21:07 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Onkyo’s TX-NR787 9.2-channel network A/V receiver not only has everything you need for your ultimate dream home theater setup, but also a few things you might not know you need yet.
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• Onkyo’s new A/V receiver keeps things sounding great all by itself

  04-05-2018 21:07 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Onkyo’s TX-NR787 9.2-channel network A/V receiver not only has everything you need for your ultimate dream home theater setup, but also a few things you might not know you need yet.
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• We scanned all the brands to find the best scanners for every need

  04-05-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We found the best scanning devices for personal documents, busy offices, company transitions to digital databases, professional photographers, and more. Take a look and find the best scanner for your needs.
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• The Force is strong with Google Assistant on this Star Wars Day

  04-05-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  For dedicated Star Wars fans, May the Fourth is practically the most important day of the year. And here to help us celebrate is Google Assistant, which has a few Jedi tricks up its (virtual) sleeve.
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• Lyft adds 30 self-driving cars for public rides in Las Vegas

  04-05-2018 21:00
  Aptiv has announced the launch of 30 self-driving cars in Las Vegas, all of them operating under the Lyft ridesharing network. The general public will have access to these cars via Lyft, though the autonomous technology itself comes from Aptiv. However, riders have to opt-in to self-driving rides before the app will allow them to hail one of the vehicles. … Continue reading
  
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• These contact lenses use a stunningly simple technique to correct color blindness

  04-05-2018 20:59 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers from the U.K have created contact lenses that use special dyes to filter out certain wavelengths of light. The results could help correct the vision of people with color-blindness.
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• Q1 2018: Apple sells 4 of the top 5 smartphones globally

  04-05-2018 20:56
  Today the iPhone X was named monarch of the first quarter of 2018. Strategy Analytics named the iPhone X leader of the pack in their latest analysis of the global smartphone market. In their report, we see clearly why Google’s preparing Android and Chrome with notch-friendly software adjustments. In today’s reported market numbers, we see iPhone X as the clear … Continue reading
  
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• Watch the 2019 Ford Ranger get punished like an F-150

  04-05-2018 20:54
  It’s a tough life being a truck. You might make your shiny debut on-stage a glitzy car show, but then you get promptly thrown into the mud and are expected to prove your worth. In the case of the 2019 Ford Ranger, there’s an even bigger expectation: living up to your bigger brother. Ford has been showing off some of … Continue reading
  
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• FBI hostage rescue team bamboozled after criminals unleash drone swarm

  04-05-2018 20:41 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Recently, an FBI stakeout was raided by a swarm of drones, and in other cases, these quadcopters have been used by criminals to surveil potential targets. Unfortunately, it appears that a fix may take quite a while to implement.
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• Drones are being used for increasingly nefarious purposes, FBI says

  04-05-2018 20:41 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Recently, an FBI stakeout was raided by a swarm of drones, and in other cases, these quadcopters have been used by criminals to surveil potential targets. Unfortunately, it appears that a fix may take quite a while to implement.
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• ‘Beat Saber’ becomes highest-rated Steam game on Star Wars Day

  04-05-2018 20:06 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Beat Saber, a new VR title for Oculus Rift and HTC Vive, has become the highest rated Steam game on Star Wars Day. Although not affiliated with Star Wars, the inspiration is clear, and the achievements fits the day.
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• Sinemia takes the fight to MoviePass with new plan pricing

  04-05-2018 19:53
  Sinemia is looking to put some pressure on MoviePass, today announcing an overhaul to its subscription plans. Sinemia has reworked pricing on many of its plans, and while in some cases those plans cost less or the same as the popular MoviePass Unlimited Plan, there are some key differences between the offerings from both companies. The big question, of course, … Continue reading
  
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• You could win $200,000 playing Quake in August

  04-05-2018 19:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  QuakeCon 2018 isn't far away now and the people behind it are keen to show off what an event it will be. There's an expanded BYOC hall, longer running exhibitions and a $200,000 prize pool for Quake Champions competitors.
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• QuakeCon 2018 pushes expo to full weekend, puts $200,000 on the line

  04-05-2018 19:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  QuakeCon 2018 isn't far away now and the people behind it are keen to show off what an event it will be. There's an expanded BYOC hall, longer running exhibitions and a $200,000 prize pool for Quake Champions competitors.
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• Smart dresser could help people with dementia achieve more independence

  04-05-2018 19:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Daily tasks that seem insignificant to many of us can present major challenges for people living with dementia. Researchers have created a smart dresser prototype that could offer more independence for those suffering from dementia.
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• 13 best road trip cars, from the practical to the drool-worthy

  04-05-2018 19:36 via themanual.com
  
  When you're road tripping, you want a car that can go the distance — maybe even cross-country. But you also need to balance practicality with style.
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• DT Daily: Samsung Galaxy X foldable phone could debut at MWC 2019

  04-05-2018 19:26 via digitaltrends.com
  
  2019 looks to be a big year for Samsung Mobile with the unveiling of not just the Galaxy S10, but quite possibly its long rumored, foldable smartphone. Could the Samsung Galaxy X be the next big thing?
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• Thieves steal convoy of 2018 Ram 1500 trucks from Michigan factory

  04-05-2018 19:21 via digitaltrends.com
  
  An organized group of thieves stole almost a dozen 2018 Ram 1500 pickup trucks ready for dealers from the factory. The thieves cut a hole in a fence, grabbed the trucks, and smashed through a security gate in clear view of a security guard.
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• It’s tough to find a more affordable ebike than Swagtron’s latest models

  04-05-2018 19:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Swagtron announced the addition of three new affordable ebikes to its lineup, including two folding models and a fat bike aimed at the youth market, all of which sell for less than $850.
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• Star Wars’ Solo: Lando Toys Roundup (AKA the eyebrow wrap-up)

  04-05-2018 19:12
  Today we’re having a peek at a collection of Lando Calrissian toys from the film Solo: A Star Wars Story. This is the first in a set of three films, all centered on the coolest outlaws in the classic film series. What we’re looking at today is the expression – that one, singular expression – through which actor Donald Glover’s … Continue reading
  
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• Elon Musk is sick of Tesla’s bad press, so he’s going to do something about it

  04-05-2018 18:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Tesla CEO Elon Musk is tired of reading stories that question Autopilot's safety. The company will begin releasing reports that outline the system's performance, though Musk stopped short of revealing what they will contain.
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• Galaxy Note 9’s new color (and 6 more details)

  04-05-2018 18:43
  Rumor has it there’s a cute new color coming with the Samsung Galaxy Note 9. The tip comes from a notoriously accurate leakster from across the sea: Ice Universe. There, Ice suggests in a list of 7 highlights for the Galaxy Note 9 that the crowned king of Samsung smartphones will be rocking a color that all the top-notch well-dressed … Continue reading
  
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• The best Star Wars toys for the tech-focused fan

  04-05-2018 18:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In celebration of May 4, we've rounded up our favorite tech-focused toys stemming from the Star Wars universe. Whether you're a fan of dogfights, lightsaber duels, or Chewbacca, we have you covered.
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• The best comedies on Netflix right now (May 2018)

  04-05-2018 18:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Looking for a laugh? Lucky for you, Netflix offers an assortment of comedies, each designed to elicit a laugh in one way or another. Here are our current favorites, from 'Heathers' to 'Moonrise Kingdom.'
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• Razer Phone lands at Best Buy with one-day discount

  04-05-2018 18:30
  Ever since it launched in December, we’ve been seeing the Razer Phone slowly but surely expand its availability. While it’s already available at a number of locations like Amazon, Microsoft, and Razer’s own online store, today it’s adding one more brick and mortar retailer to the list: Best Buy. We heard last month that Razer was planning a debut at … Continue reading
  
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• ‘PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds’ disables key feature to stop re-sellers

  04-05-2018 18:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds has temporarily disabled personal item trading after it was discovered that third-party re-selling sites were abusing the system. No date has been given for its return.
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• Lenovo Mirage Solo with Daydream review

  04-05-2018 18:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Mobile virtual reality has a lot of problems. You need to use your phone, which can overheat and eat up your battery life. Standalone VR is the future, and the latest entry is Lenovo and Google’s Mirage Solo with Daydream.
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• Lenovo Mirage Solo Review: Standalone Daydream VR with caveats

  04-05-2018 18:00
  The Lenovo Mirage Solo is making a splash landing in the virtual reality headset market, and it’s causing waves both in mobile and traditional VR. One of the small handful of truly standalone headsets, it doesn’t demand you slot in your smartphone or plug into a gaming PC. Instead, Lenovo and Google are leveraging smartphone tech and some mighty clever … Continue reading
  
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• Kia Nero EV crossover produces zero emissions, but plenty of miles per charge

  04-05-2018 17:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It's been a few months since Kia first showed off its concept of the all new Kia Nero EV at CES 2018, and now, the Korean carmaker has debuted the zero-emissions vehicle in earnest for the first time in Korea.
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• Conan O’Brien and Bill Hader offer parenting advice while playing ‘God of War’

  04-05-2018 17:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  On the latest episode of Clueless Gamer, Conan O'Brien sits down with Bill Hader to play the PlayStation 4 game God of War. The two embark on a journey and discuss fatherhood and murdering mythological beasts.
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• OnePlus 6 VS 5T in a leak-run head-to-head

  04-05-2018 17:41
  The OnePlus 6 smartphone is near release time, and we’ve gotten another look at its hardware this morning. This device’s insides and outsides aren’t particularly hidden at this point, as a number of leaks have shown the device’s body and specs online over the past few weeks. This device is the newest in a line of moderately-priced flagship smartphones from … Continue reading
  
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• Minecraft won’t update for Xbox 360, PS3, PS Vita, Wii U after “Acquatic”

  04-05-2018 17:36
  Minecraft is available on a truly impressive number of platforms, but it won’t be long now before Mojang and Microsoft drop some of them from their update schedule. Though there was some question as to whether or not Minecraft‘s incoming Update Aquatic would make it to legacy consoles, Microsoft has confirmed that it will. Unfortunately, this will be the last … Continue reading
  
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• How much data is Apple collecting from you? Not that much

  04-05-2018 17:06 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A New York Times journalist recently took a look at just how much Facebook knew about him, and was horrified by the answer. So how much do other popular tech companies know about their users? In the case of Apple, not that much.
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• Bixi Touch-Free Smart Controller, Save 20%

  04-05-2018 17:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  We have a great deal on the Bixi Touch-Free Smart Controller in the Geeky Gadgets Deals store today, you can save 20% off the regular price. The Bixi Touch-Free Smart Controller is available in our deals store for just $79, it normally retails for $99. Smartphones are extremely convenient but there’s still one large limitation: […](Read More ...)The post Bixi Touch-Free Smart Controller, Save 20% appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Kia Niro EV revealed with 236 mile electric range

  04-05-2018 16:27
  Kia has taken the wraps off its new Niro EV electric crossover, an all-EV version of the compact city car. The battery-electric vehicle was previewed at CES 2018 back in January, but this is the first time we’ve seen it in production form. As you might expect, a few of the more showy design features have been lost along the … Continue reading
  
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• GoPro beats revenue expectations, benefits from aggressive ad push

  04-05-2018 16:24
  Action-camera maker GoPro Inc's first-quarter revenue beat expectations and it reported a smaller-than-expected loss on Thursday, benefiting from aggressive marketing of its cameras and controlling expenses.
  
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• Google Chrome will now block autoplay videos based on user preferences

  04-05-2018 16:18 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Your days of being startled by a video that begin playing out of nowhere on your browser are coming to an end. In its most recent update (which brings us to Google Chrome 66), the browser has begun to block autoplay videos.
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• PUBG War mode returns this weekend with some big changes

  04-05-2018 16:11
  With War mode, PUBG Corporation seems to have stumbled onto something that players love, so it’s not much of a surprise to see it returning as this weekend’s limited-time game mode. If you enjoyed previous iterations of War mode, you’ll be able to dive back in this weekend, but there are some big changes to take note of before you … Continue reading
  
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• Google Street View can map travel patterns in cities

  04-05-2018 16:08
  Google Street View has the potential to estimate how common cycling is in cities, and potentially other travel patterns too, a study has found.
  
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• A fanged and horned Pikachu was almost unleashed on the world

  04-05-2018 16:07 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Pokémon mascot and adorable creature Pikachu could have been a lot scarier. According to an interview with the original character illustrator behind Pikachu, a third form with horns and fangs was planned.
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