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• Don’t hold your breath for Vine 2 — it’s on hold indefinitely, co-founder says

  06-05-2018 23:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you're waiting for the second iteration of Vine, the short-form video app, don't hold your breath. As per a recent announcement from co-founder Dom Hofmann, Vine 2 has been placed on hold for "an indefinite amount of time."
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• Amazon is starting to scan customers’ bodies in the name of online shopping

  06-05-2018 22:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Amazon is reportedly inviting customers into a New York office in order to keep tabs on their body shape and size. Volunteers will visit the office in order to allow Amazon to better understand "how bodies change shape over time."
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• Watch Steve Jobs reveal the original iMac and change everything

  06-05-2018 22:35
  It’s hard to imagine sometimes that, two decades ago when Steve Jobs stood on stage as Apple’s “interim CEO” and unveiled the original iMac, the Cupertino firm wasn’t the behemoth it is today. The candy-colored, translucent all-in-one computer made its debut on May 6, 1998, and proved to be the tipping point for Apple’s reinvention. It’s worth remembering just how … Continue reading
  
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• British watchdog group orders Cambridge Analytica to hand over data

  06-05-2018 22:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  As the fallout of data firm Cambridge Analytica continues, a U.K. data privacy watchdog group has ordered that the company cede all of the personal information it collected from an American professor to him.
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• How to ‘Drop In’ on an Echo, Echo Show, or Echo Dot

  06-05-2018 22:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Amazon recently rolled out a software feature called Drop In, which allows remote users to automatically connect to your Echo devices. Here's how to utilize it with your smart speakers, or prevent users from accessing it temporarily.
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• Debating between Apple and Samsung phones? Open your eyes a little wider

  06-05-2018 22:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We know it’s tempting to only consider Samsung and Apple phones, they’re the most prevalent and most hyped; but you’re doing yourself a disservice by ignoring the massive array of choice in the smartphone world. Stop listening to the hate, and embrace choice.
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• Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 PC to Be Battle.net Exclusive: Report

  06-05-2018 21:06
  Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 may be exclusive to Battle.net and not come to Steam. The digital distribution service is also home to Destiny 2 for PC as well as Blizzard hits like Overwatch and Diablo 3.
  
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• Pumpkin Pie perhaps? Just what should Android P be called?

  06-05-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Join us for a look at a painstakingly compiled list of the likely -- and unlikely -- names for Google's next version of the Android operating system. There's no shortage of possible dessert-themed Android P names, but we've scored the options to highlight the likelihood of each one.
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• How to run Android apps in Windows

  06-05-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Wish you knew how to run Android apps in Windows? It's easier than you might think and there are a number of different ways to do it. In this guide, we break down the steps so you can follow along with ease.
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• Forest: Stay Focused helps keep you off your phone when work needs to be done

  06-05-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Forest: Stay Focused is an app specifically meant to keep you productive. By planting a seed in Forest, you'll gradually watch it grow into a tree. But if you leave the app to answer a text message or check Twitter, then the plant immediately dies.
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• These are the seven best RAW camera apps for Android and iOS

  06-05-2018 20:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Now that Android and iOS both support RAW photo capture, you might as well take advantage of all the new data your images can capture. We've rounded up the best RAW photo apps help you make the most of your photos.
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• Google-owned Waymo's self-driving car hit in collision on Arizona street

  06-05-2018 20:32
  Police in a Phoenix suburb are investigating a collision involving a self-driving vehicle owned by Waymo.
  
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• These big Echo, Fire TV and Kindle deals bring Dots down to $30

  06-05-2018 20:26
  Amazon made sure we knew just how many skills Alexa had this past week, and today there are deep discounts across a range of Alexa-powered devices to make the most of those talents. The retailer is running a limited-time sale across its Echo, Fire tablet, Fire TV, and other hardware, while if you’re in the market for a new Kindle … Continue reading
  
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• How to make a watermark: A quick and easy way to protect your photos

  06-05-2018 19:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  People copy images from the web every day. If you want to protect your photography, however, consider adding a watermark. Here's how to make a watermark to keep your work from being shared without due credit.
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• Companies in China are collecting data from their employees’ brains

  06-05-2018 19:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Some Chinese employers are taking the concept of data harvesting to a new level by using helmets to monitor their employees' brainwaves. They say that these devices reduce workplace injury and stress, but critics argue it is an invasion of privacy.
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• How to jump a car battery the correct way

  06-05-2018 19:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Jumping a car is a simple procedure, but not everyone knows how to properly do so. To make things easier, we've put together a quick-hit guide on how to fire up your vehicle using jumper cables and second power source.
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• The best new music this week: Dirty Projectors, Beach House, LSD, and more

  06-05-2018 19:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Are you looking for the best new music? Each week, we scour the internet to find the most compelling new songs, On tap this week: Dirty Projectors, Royce Da 5'9", Beach House, LSD, and Valley Queen.
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• The best movies on Hulu right now

  06-05-2018 18:11 via digitaltrends.com
  
  From classics to blockbusters, Hulu offers some great films to its subscribers. Check out the best movies on Hulu, whether you're into charming adventure tales or gruesome horror stories.
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• The best shows on Hulu right now

  06-05-2018 17:54 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It's often overwhelming to navigate Hulu's robust library of TV shows. To help, we've put together a list of the best shows on Hulu, whether you're into frenetic cartoons, intelligent dramas, or anything in between.
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• Google’s latest AI experiment is an emoji scavenger hunt game

  06-05-2018 17:30
  After bringing Where’s Waldo to Google Maps last month, Google is back with another fun time waster, this time based on AI and emoji. It’s a scavenger hunt that can be played on any phone, and it uses machine learning to identify real world objects and match them with an emoji. To play, just head over to emojiscavengerhunt.withgoogle.com using a … Continue reading
  
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• The best new movie trailers: ‘Ant-Man and The Wasp,’ ‘Robin Hood,’ and more

  06-05-2018 17:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Everyone loves a good trailer, but keeping up with what's new isn't easy. To simplify things, we've rounded up the best new movie trailers and teasers, including the new trailer for Ant-Man and The Wasp.
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• Avengers: Infinity War sets new $1B box office record

  06-05-2018 16:15
  As everyone on the planet already knows, Marvel’s Avengers: Infinity War has been a huge success, both in pleasing fans and making money. But it’s in the latter category that the movie continues to break records. The latest for the superhero ensemble is that it’s now reached the $1 billion worldwide mark in the fastest period of time. It took … Continue reading
  
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• Say hello to the new Lotus Exige Sport 410 — the middle child of the bunch

  06-05-2018 16:08 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Lotus Cars Ltd. continues to expand with new sports cars and its latest reveal is the Exige Sport 410. It's a middle option between the 345 horsepower Exige Sport 350 and the track-focused 430 horsepower Exige Cup 430.
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• The best VR apps for gaming and more

  06-05-2018 15:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Virtual reality isn't all about gaming. Swim with turtles, paint in 3D, and immerse yourself in some of the most unique experiences the platform has to offer, with our curated list of the best VR apps.
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• I’ve got one big question after Waymo’s autonomous car crash

  06-05-2018 15:30
  Waymo’s computers may not have been at the wheel during the Arizona car crash last Friday, but eventually autonomous car developers will have to figure out just how human they dare let their AI drivers behave. While plenty of attention has been given to the technological barriers to self-driving cars, and a reasonable amount to the insurance and regulatory implications, … Continue reading
  
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• 8 tricky Samsung Galaxy S8 problems, and what to do about them

  06-05-2018 15:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Despite being one of Samsung's flagship phones, some users are facing problems with the Galaxy S8. Thankfully, there are fixes and potential workarounds for those struggling. Our troubleshooting tips are easy to follow.
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• ‘Castle Rock’ release date revealed in Hulu’s unsettling new trailer

  06-05-2018 14:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Hulu has announced the premiere date for Castle Rock, the anthology series produced by Stephen King and J.J. Abrams, with a creepy new trailer that reveals the unsettling darkness surrounding the town and its inhabitants.
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• The best YouTube channels

  06-05-2018 14:11 via digitaltrends.com
  
  So many YouTube videos, so little time. YouTube is home to some of the most exciting content creators on the internet, but which ones are worth watching? With our curated best YouTube channels list, these are the series you shouldn't miss.
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• The Escapod is a stylish, fully-featured backcountry travel trailer

  06-05-2018 14:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Escapod offers a luxurious way to leave behind urban life and seek out the rugged backcountry. Most four-cylinder vehicles can tow this stylish travel trailer and two different models are available.
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• The Escapod is a stylish, full-featured backcountry travel trailer

  06-05-2018 14:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Escapod offers a luxurious way to leave behind urban life and seek out the rugged backcountry. Most four-cylinder vehicles can tow this stylish travel trailer and two different models are available.
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• PUBG pulls this weekend’s 50-player deathmatch mode over server issues

  06-05-2018 14:00
  Those playing PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds this weekend might be wondering where the recent 50-player deathmatch limited-time game mode is. The event mode, dubbed Desert Knights, kicked off on Thursday evening and was scheduled to run though the weekend, however developer Bluehole has revealed that it had shut down the mode altogether after the game began experiencing major server issues. Unfortunately PUBG … Continue reading
  
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• 7 ways we’ll interact with computers in the future

  06-05-2018 14:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Put down your mouse! Here are seven of the ways we’ll interact with computers in the decades to come. From voice control to brain interfaces, get ready to meet the future of interfaces.
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• How to delete your Twitter account — because Tweeting isn’t for the faint of heart

  06-05-2018 13:26 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Getting tired of the 280-character novelty that is Twitter? Deleting a Twitter account is easy, but it takes 30 days to fully complete and there are a few things you need to understand before pressing that deactivate button.
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• The best gas grills for your summer (and spring and fall) barbecues

  06-05-2018 13:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Can you smell that? It's almost barbecue season! That means you need to find that perfect gas grill for your summer gatherings. Here's a list of grills at all different price points, so you're sure to find what you need.
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• Awesome Tech You Can’t Buy Yet: Smart rings, twin lens cameras, aquatic drones

  06-05-2018 12:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Check out our roundup of the best new crowdfunding projects and product announcements that hit the Web this week. You can't buy this stuff yet, but it sure is fun to gawk!
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• 2018 McLaren 720S review

  06-05-2018 12:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  McLaren may not have the universal appeal of supercar rivals like Ferrari, Lamborghini, or Porsche, but where performance and style are concerned, the 2018 McLaren 720S is without equal.
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• How to check everything that WhatsApp knows about you

  06-05-2018 07:09
  Facebook-owned popular instant messaging app WhatsApp too, stores some information about its billions of users globally, which you can now download thanks to the European Union’s (EU) new data privacy rules which come into effect on May 25. EU’s new privacy law, known as European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), allows users to download their data and transfer it.
  
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• The 2019 BMW M2 Competition’s official M parts look must-haves

  06-05-2018 07:04
  We were already excited at the prospect of the 2019 BMW M2 Competition; now, consider us positively giddy. BMW has announced a batch of official M Performance Parts for the new sports coupe, giving it a race-inspired makeover both inside and out, not to mention helping you be a better driver. If you missed the news last month, the 2019 … Continue reading
  
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• Redmi Note 5 Pro Price Hike, ZenFone Max Pro M1 First Sale, OnePlus 6 and Redmi S2 Leaks, and More News This Week

  06-05-2018 06:35
  Redmi Note 5 Pro price hiked ahead of Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 going on sale, OnePlus 6 price in India and Redmi S2 specs continue to leak, the latest from Airtel, BSNL, and Vodafone, plus more news this week.
  
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• How to clean your laptop and make it look 'brand new'

  06-05-2018 04:30
  Cleaning a laptop usually refers to file management and deleting junk content on its hard drive.
  
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