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• Here’s who’s going to win the World Cup, according to A.I.

  15-06-2018 23:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With the FIFA World Cup kicking off in Russia, San Francisco-based tech firm Unanimous A.I. has used its considerable expertise to predict the outcome of the 32-team men's soccer tournament.
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• New North Korean malware warning issued by Homeland Security

  15-06-2018 23:44
  The US Department of Homeland Security has issued a warning over a new type of malware out of North Korea. The DHS worked with the FBI to unearth and reveal the existence of a malware variant it says is known as “TYPEFRAME.” Analysts with the two government agencies analyzed a total of 11 samples of the trojan, including infected Windows … Continue reading
  
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• Ugh. I’m done with fitness trackers, and so is the world

  15-06-2018 23:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In 2016, everyone was tracking their fitness. In 2017, people grew tired of it. In 2018, I’m done with it. I’m going tracker-free in my workouts from now on.
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• HoloLens 2 could pack Qualcomm’s new XR1 chip for extended reality

  15-06-2018 23:33 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The next version of Microsoft's HoloLens headset for augmented reality will supposedly feature Qualcomm's new Snapdragon XR1. The rumor arrives by way of an anonymous source who claims the headset will appear in January 2019.
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• HoloLens 2 could pack a Qualcomm chip for ‘extended reality’

  15-06-2018 23:33 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The next version of Microsoft's HoloLens headset for augmented reality will supposedly feature Qualcomm's new Snapdragon XR1. The rumor arrives by way of an anonymous source who claims the headset will appear in January 2019.
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• This diving system lets you stay submerged for 2 hours, no tank needed

  15-06-2018 23:09 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Do you want an innovative diving system that bridges the gap between scuba diving and snorkeling, minus the limitations of both? If so, a newly launched Kickstarter campaign could be for you.
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• Kiss Me First Netflix VR original drama full length trailer drops

  15-06-2018 22:47
  Netflix is preparing to launch a new original drama television series called Kiss Me First, and it has released the first trailer for that show. This is the latest among several Netflix originals that center around futuristic technology, making it a suitable addition to the service’s growing science fiction library. Kiss Me First was created by Bryan Elsley, and it … Continue reading
  
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• World’s oldest rain forest frogs stuck in amber

  15-06-2018 22:46
  This week a report showed off the newest “world’s oldest” rain forest frogs. “It was exhilarating to hold these small fossils up to the light to reveal the frogs within,” said David C. Blackburn, one of several paleontologists that authored the study published this week. “We have few small and intact fossil frogs, and the primary specimen of Electrorana is … Continue reading
  
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• Why Google and T-Mobile are bringing back phone booths

  15-06-2018 22:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google and T-Mobile are showcasing the Google Assistant in a series of new demos, set to show up at two T-Mobile stores over the next three months. The demos show off a few different aspects of what the Google Assistant can do.
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• Google and T-Mobile merge old with new in Google Assistant phone booth demos

  15-06-2018 22:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google and T-Mobile are showcasing the Google Assistant in a series of new demos, set to show up at two T-Mobile stores over the next three months. The demos show off a few different aspects of what the Google Assistant can do.
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• The Leica C-Lux mixes classic design with a modern zoom

  15-06-2018 22:29 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Leica's classic style meshes with a large sensor, big-zoom compact in the new Leica C-Lux camera. The M10, meanwhile, gets the first special edition treatment inspired by Zagato's Italian car designs.
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• ‘Anthem’ hands-on preview

  15-06-2018 22:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Anthem, the upcoming MMO shooter from Mass Effect developer Bioware, looks like it could be a ton of fun if you’re a fan of robot suits, big guns, and blowing stuff up.
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• The JackRabbit ebike/scooter hybrid is unlike anything else on the road

  15-06-2018 22:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The JackRabbit is the hybrid of a scooter and an ebike, with a top speed of 18 mph and a range of 13 miles on a single charge, while still managing to weigh less than 20 pounds, making it easy to store and transport.
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• Gmail gets high priority notifications on iOS

  15-06-2018 22:09
  It’s pretty safe to say that most mobile users have a love/hate relationship with their notifications. There can be times where they’re really handy, and others where they’re nothing more than an annoyance. Notifications for email can be particularly frustrating, especially if you’re receiving dozens or hundreds of them every day. An option, of course, is to just turn off … Continue reading
  
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• Comcast deactivates system that throttled heavy Internet users

  15-06-2018 22:03
  Back in 2008, Comcast deployed a “congestion management system” that throttled Xfinity Internet customers who used too much data. That system, despite its massive unpopularity, had been live for the past decade, the keywords here being “had been.” The company revealed earlier this week that it has deactivated that throttling system. On June 11, Comcast updated its Xfinity Internet Broadband … Continue reading
  
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• MIT engineers a smarter, safer power plug designed to augment IoT

  15-06-2018 21:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A team at the Massachussets Insitute of Technology has engineered a new smart power plug that employs artificial intelligence and a machine learning algorithm to make power safer.
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• The best camping hacks

  15-06-2018 21:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  There are plenty of clever ways to make life a little easier when adventuring in the great outdoors. From basic kindling alternatives to pint-sized emergency kits, here are the best camping hacks for your next outing.
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• U.S. senators question Amazon about transmission of recorded private conversation

  15-06-2018 21:44 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Senators Jeff Flake and Chris Coons sent CEO Jeff Bezos questions about Amazon's collection, storage, and use of consumer data. The senators questioned the specifics of the error and Amazon's overall data protection practices.
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• The best camping tents you can buy

  15-06-2018 21:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  An essential piece of gear whether you're camping in your backyard or on a multi-day backpacking trip, here are our picks of the best tents currently on the market from car camping varieties to the best three-person option.
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• The motorcycle Arnold stole from a biker in ‘Terminator 2’ sold for nearly $500K

  15-06-2018 21:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Harley-Davidson Fat Boy ridden by Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator 2 went up for auction in early June, selling for nearly half a million dollars. The bike was used in some of the most iconic scenes from the film.
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• Turtle Beach Recon 200, Stealth 300 gaming headsets have amplified audio

  15-06-2018 21:05
  Gaming audio company Turtle Beach has introduced a pair of new gaming headsets: the Recon 200 and Stealth 300. The headsets were announced during E3, and the company wasn’t shy about exploiting the battle royale genre’s popularity to hawk the new models, saying they’re “perfectly suited” for games like Fortnite. Both headsets are wired and feature amplified audio. Both the … Continue reading
  
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• Spider silk microcapsules could deliver vaccines to help battle cancer

  15-06-2018 21:04 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers from Switzerland’s University of Geneva demonstrated how microcapsules made of spider silk could deliver life-saving vaccines direct to your immune cells to fight cancer.
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• Spider silk micocapsules could deliver vaccines to help battle cancer

  15-06-2018 21:04 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers from Switzerland’s University of Geneva demonstrated how microcapsules made of spider silk could deliver life-saving vaccines direct to your immune cells to fight cancer.
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• Be the king of Kong again as the iconic game lands on the Nintendo Switch

  15-06-2018 21:02 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Rescue the princess and find true (retro) love as Donkey Kong comes to the Nintendo Switch, Grayshift says they can beat Apple's new security move, foldable Samsung phone may be just months away.
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• Play nice and play safe with the best Moto Z3 Play cases

  15-06-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Motorola Moto Z3 Play is a fantastic midrange smartphone, but it's not going to last long if it slips out of your grip. That's why we've rounded up some of the best Moto Z3 Play cases to keep your phone safe.
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• How to set up a VPN

  15-06-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Take a look at our walkthrough for creating a virtual private network and why it is beneficial for more than just increased privacy and security. We go step-by-step, detailing how to set up a VPN in both MacOS and in Windows 10.
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• VR Shoes Were Thankfully Not the Best Hardware We Saw At E3

  15-06-2018 20:43 via gizmodo.com
  There were rumors of a Playstation 5 and news on the next generation of Xbox, but this E3 was ultimately pretty light on the cool hardware. We knew that was the case given the sheer amount of VR accessories most of us can’t or won’t use any time soon.Read more...
  
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• Virtual reality can make your mind sharper, say researchers

  15-06-2018 20:40
  Not just gaming or entertainment, virtual reality (VR) can also help people recall information better as opposed to desktop computers, say researchers including one of Indian-origin.
  
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• Apple and Oprah team up to produce original content

  15-06-2018 20:34
  It isn’t exactly a secret that Apple wants to become a content creator and provider, but thus far, how it plans to do that has been a bit nebulous. There’s been talk of upcoming original shows from Apple at plenty of points in the past, but little that’s actually concrete. Apple took a big step in that regard today, announcing … Continue reading
  
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• After being down for a few hours, Apple’s Maps app is working again

  15-06-2018 20:26 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you're looking for the fastest route to work, you may want to try out Google Maps. This morning, iPhone users worldwide reported problems with the default Maps app on iOS and MacOS.
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• Intel finally ships an updated Radeon driver for its all-in-one ‘module’ CPUs

  15-06-2018 20:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A new driver for the graphics portion of Intel's new Kaby Lake G modules with Radeon graphics baked into the chip is now available. Listed as version 18.6.1, this is the latest graphics driver release since November 2017.
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• Moment: The best camera lens system for Google Pixel

  15-06-2018 20:11
  The original Google Pixel has a great camera and a Google Photos deal that lasts forever. When you set the phone up, you can choose to automatically upload photos to Google Photos at original quality without taking any sort of hit on your overall Google account data storage – forever. Those of you out there in the Priceless Pixel club … Continue reading
  
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• 2019 BMW 8 Series official: M850i xDrive packs 523hp V8

  15-06-2018 20:03
  The 2019 BMW 8 Series Coupe has made its official debut, shedding the camouflage and revealing the 2019 M850i xDrive underneath. First of the all-new 8 Series, the car resurrects an oft-missed nameplate for BMW’s newest grand tourer. In fact, the 8 Series name hasn’t graced a trunklid since 1999, when the last of the old cars were discontinued. Since … Continue reading
  
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• 9 Awesomely Nerdy Gadgets - Techlicious

  15-06-2018 19:57
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  Once in a while, you just have to let your inner nerd run wild. Especially when there are so many useful gadgets out there that also happen to hit that nerdy spot. In fact, there are several online shops dedicated to such gizmos. We've run through a ...
  
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• Here’s our first look at the 2018 BMW 8-Series in full production guise

  15-06-2018 19:41 via digitaltrends.com
  
  After years of teasing and many rumors, BMW’s all-new, second-generation 8-Series is here. Just as we anticipated, the design hasn’t changed much from the near-production-ready BMW Concept 8-Series -- and that’s a good thing.
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• The Garmin Vivoactive 3 Music adds rockin’ tunes to your favorite workout

  15-06-2018 19:34 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In addition to onboard GPS and heart rate monitoring, the Garmin Vivoactive 3 Music gives users the ability to store up to 500 songs on the watch -- and control playback -- while running, cycling, or working out.
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• Six Fitbit employees are charged with stealing Jawbone trade secrets

  15-06-2018 19:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  On Thursday, U.S. federal prosecutors charged six Fitbit employees, both current and former, in an indictment for possession of stolen trade secrets from Jawbone, their previous employer.
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• Mount this head-up display to your helmet to project any phone app

  15-06-2018 19:22 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Hudway Sight uses a projector and brain connected to your smartphone to project any app onto a head-up display lens. It can even integrate with augmented reality apps to improve your ride.
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• Nintendo 3DS was nowhere to be seen during E3 2018

  15-06-2018 19:20
  Nintendo has been going hard at E3 the past couple of years, kicking things off with a special Direct presentation the leads directly into three days of livestreams. These Treehouse livestreams, as Nintendo calls them, are day-long affairs, giving the company plenty of time to take deep dives into previously announced titles and even reveal a few new ones. Unfortunately, … Continue reading
  
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• 488 Pista Piloti Ferrari is a special edition for Ferrari customers who race

  15-06-2018 19:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Ferrari 488 Pista Piloti is a special edition for customers involved with the Prancing Horse's racing programs. the vehicle's livery is inspired by a championship-winning race car.
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• Apple Maps navigation and search is down [Update: it’s back]

  15-06-2018 18:56
  Apple Maps is down in several core ways, with search, routing, and navigation all offline this morning. Apple confirmed that there was an ongoing issue with the mapping service this morning, and says it’s investigating the issue. The first signs of the problem were noted at just before 6am PT, Apple says. “Users are experiencing a problem with the service,” … Continue reading
  
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• Developers can now take Google App Maker out for a test drive

  15-06-2018 18:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  About 18 months ago, Google introduced us to App Maker, a tool that allows you to build and deploy apps (specifically of the business variety) on the web. Now it's available to all developers.
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• Creep in peace — Instagram will no longer tell people when you take screenshots

  15-06-2018 18:11 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you've been holding back on your social media stalking tendencies, then hold back no more. As originally reported by BuzzFeed, Instagram will no longer alert users when someone takes a screenshot of their Stories.
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• Creep in peace — Instagram will no longer tell people when you take sceenshots

  15-06-2018 18:11 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you've been holding back on your social media stalking tendencies, then hold back no more. As originally reported by BuzzFeed, Instagram will no longer alert users when someone takes a screenshot of their Stories.
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• Apple is planning on hiring 20,000 more people — possibly in North Carolina

  15-06-2018 18:09 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Despite rumors just last month that the iEmpire was most interested in Virginia as the location of its newest office, an interview with Apple CEO Tim Cook has folks believing that the company may be looking more closely at North Carolina.
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• Apple is planning on hiring 20,000 more people, and maybe in North Carolina

  15-06-2018 18:09 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Despite rumors just last month that the iEmpire was most interested in Virginia as the location of its newest office, an interview with Apple CEO Tim Cook has folks believing that the company may be looking more closely at North Carolina.
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• The best hiking GPS trackers of 2018

  15-06-2018 17:54 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It's easy to get lost in the wilderness, and often hard to find your way back. The easiest solution: simplify things with one of the best hiking GPS devices, so you can veer off the beaten path whenever you want.
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• The best stand-up paddleboards

  15-06-2018 17:51 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) is a popular sport but choosing the right board can be tricky. Here are some of the best paddleboards around, whether you want to race, surf, or indulge in a bit of yoga.
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• Everything we know about the Sony Xperia XZ3

  15-06-2018 17:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Xperia XZ2 Premium may be new, but there are already rumors of Sony's next inclusion in its flagship XZ range. Here's everything we've been able to dig up about Sony's upcoming phone, the Sony Xperia XZ3.
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