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• Microsoft pulls its ‘Sets’ feature in the latest Windows Insider build

  27-06-2018 23:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The latest build for Windows Insiders is out and with it sees the removal of Sets. Originally slated to be a part of the next feature update, Sets intended to group your favorite apps together for a more productive workflow.
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• US Army deploys Uptake AI to predict vehicle component failures

  27-06-2018 23:50
  The US Army will soon start testing an artificial intelligence system from Uptake that warns when a vehicle may have a component about to fail. The software is designed to “increase the readiness” of Bradley Fighting Vehicles, namely to predict when something is going to fail before it actually does. This, hopefully, will help keep soldiers safe and reduce vehicular … Continue reading
  
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• Everything we know about Project Santa Cruz and the Oculus Rift 2

  27-06-2018 23:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Oculus' Project Santa Cruz looks to offer PC-quality VR without the need for a PC. From revamped Oculus Touch controls to its sleek design, here's everything we know about the next-gen headset so far.
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• The best Chromebooks of 2018

  27-06-2018 23:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We've compiled a list of the best Chromebooks -- laptops that combine great battery life, comfortable keyboards, and the performance it takes to run Google's lightweight Chrome OS. From Samsung to Acer, these are the Chromebooks that really stand out from the rest.
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• The best drone photos from around the world

  27-06-2018 23:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Most of today's drones come equipped with high-end cameras, which are quickly revolutionizing the world of aerial photography as we know it. Here are some of the best drone photos from around the world.
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• People are using Alexa for the most basic things, study finds

  27-06-2018 23:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Smart speakers like Amazon's Alexa and Google Home may have millions of potential applications but a new survey from the U.K. says people are using these digital assistants to help with remarkably basic household tasks.
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• Bring back the BlackBerry slider

  27-06-2018 23:30
  The BlackBerry KEY2 is an brand new phone trying to coexist with an old-school form-factor, and struggling all the way. When it comes to capturing nostalgia, TCL – which has been licensing the BlackBerry brand for smartphones since 2016 – has done an excellent job. Problem is, there hasn’t been quite as much success in making a must-have smartphone. Indeed, … Continue reading
  
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• Apple and Samsung settle their legal battle over patent infringement

  27-06-2018 23:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  After a protracted legal battle spanning seven years, Apple and Samsung have finally settled out of court. The settlement comes less than a month after a District Court ruled Samsung owed Apple more than $500 million in damages.
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• Samsung Unpacked: Galaxy Note 9: What we expect

  27-06-2018 23:23
  This afternoon we’re having a look at the wide world of expectations we have for the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 now that the device’s announcement event was revealed. Samsung sent invitations to the press for a Samsung Unpacked event which will take place on the 9th of August, 2018. At that event we expect the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 to … Continue reading
  
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• Electrolux Pure i9 review

  27-06-2018 23:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Electrolux Pure i9 is a robot vacuum with great cleaning power, but it’s definitely on the pricier side and doesn’t have the battery life to clean an entire two-bedroom condo in one go.
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• Buy a professionally refurbished iPhone 6 and save $100

  27-06-2018 23:14 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple deals are hard to come by, and if you don't want to pay $1,000 for an iPhone X, then opting for an older model is a great way to score an iPhone on the cheap. You can save even more by buying a refurbished one for just $150.
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• Facebook helps you filter out unwanted news posts — but only temporarily

  27-06-2018 23:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook is turning that beloved snooze on your alarm clock into a tool to temporarily block both friends and, now, keywords. Facebook is testing a keyword snooze that keeps specific keywords out of your News Feed for 30 days.
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• C.A.M.P. trailer for ‘Fallout 76’ will make you want to call the apocalypse home

  27-06-2018 23:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Bethesda released a new gameplay video for Fallout 76 and this one shows off the mobile building system known as CAMP. Using the system, you can create an oasis nearly anywhere in the wasteland.
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• BenQ EX3501R ultrawide monitor review

  27-06-2018 23:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  BenQ is known for shipping excellent displays, and that’s no different with this curved, ultrawide monster of a monitor. And the BenQ EX3501R has a secret – it’s actually a great gaming monitor.
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• Disney gets approval to buy Fox assets, but there’s one big catch

  27-06-2018 22:54
  Disney has successfully eclipsed Comcast in its bid to acquire most of Fox’s assets with approval from the Department of Justice. The company has been given permission to proceed with the bid, as the Justice Department says it won’t violate antitrust laws. However, the authorization comes with one big caveat: Disney must sell certain sports networks. Disney recently outbid Comcast … Continue reading
  
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• Scientists may soon be able to treat autism with CRISPR gene editing

  27-06-2018 22:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers have demonstrated how CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology can be used to edit out some of the genetic traits commonly associated with autism spectrum disorder. Here's how.
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• Battlefield V closed alpha begins tomorrow on PC: What you need to know

  27-06-2018 22:48
  Battlefield V won’t be out for several months yet, but some lucky Battlefield veterans are going to get the chance to check it out early. EA and DICE have announced a closed alpha test for Battlefield V, offering up a work-in-progress look at some of the game’s multiplayer modes. EA detailed the closed alpha today, explaining topics like who is … Continue reading
  
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• Everything we know about the next Xbox console

  27-06-2018 22:44 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft is currently designing the successor to the Xbox One. Here is everything we know about the console, including its rumored release window and support for older Xbox consoles' games.
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• ‘Top Gun: Maverick’: Everything we know so far

  27-06-2018 22:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The 1986 action drama Top Gun helped make Tom Cruise a superstar, and now he's returning to the role of hotshot pilot Pete "Maverick" Mitchell in the upcoming sequel, with the working title Top Gun: Maverick. Here's what we know so far.
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• The best free first-person shooters

  27-06-2018 22:23 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We all know about Halo and Call of Duty by now, but what about quality titles that won't cost you upward of $60? Check out our picks for the best free first-person shooter games from Paladins to Hawken.
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• Xbox Game Pass adds ‘Fallout 3,’ ‘Oblivion,’ and seven more games in July

  27-06-2018 22:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft will add nine games to its Xbox Game Pass subscription service starting July 1. They will roll out throughout the month, joining the three-pronged attack stemming from E3 2018 that saw Fallout 4 added to the roster.
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• Galaxy Note 9: Samsung just spilled 2x secrets

  27-06-2018 22:14
  This morning Samsung sent invites to the Galaxy Note 9 event set to take place on the 9th of August, 2018. In that invite, they included a part of the Galaxy Note 9’s latest S Pen. That S Pen was also shown in a video released by Samsung in South Korea, where it was put in motion. In that video, … Continue reading
  
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• Sony unleashes 400mm f/2.8 telephoto beast for mirrorless cameras — at a cost

  27-06-2018 22:08 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Sony mirrorless shooters will soon have access to the company's first super telephoto wide aperture lens with the new Sony FE 400mm F/2.8 GM OSS. The lens offers better balance and a lighter weight compared to other 400mm lenses.
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• Snapchat Gaming could be Instagram’s next nightmare

  27-06-2018 22:05
  In the war against other messaging apps (specifically Instagram), Snapchat has recently seen weak user growth numbers. With Instagram rolling out its own versions of popular Snapchat features regularly, Snap is certainly under pressure to make its flagship app stand out. One way it might look to do that could be by launching a new gaming initiative later this year. … Continue reading
  
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• PUBG ends Fortnite infringement lawsuit without explanation

  27-06-2018 22:00
  Bluehole subsidiary PUBG, the company behind the second most popular battle royale game PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, has dropped its copyright infringement lawsuit against Epic Games. The latter company is behind massively popular battle royale game Fortnite, which quickly rose in popularity to eclipse PUBG and the gaming genre it popularized. As Fortnite‘s popularity increased, many wondered whether PUBG would go after … Continue reading
  
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• 2019 Audi A4 gets minor styling tweaks to keep it looking fresh

  27-06-2018 21:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The 2019 Audi A4 gets minor styling updates and a new Competition package with sport-tuned suspension and a more aggressive look. Audi is only discussing the European version right now, but expect similar changes to be applied in the U.S.
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• Toyota on Trump tariffs: Expect a much pricier Camry

  27-06-2018 21:38
  America’s best-selling car could get almost $2k more expensive, Toyota has warned, if President Trump follows through on plans to impose new tariffs on vehicle imports. The ominous prediction comes as the US Commerce Department considers whether to kickstart a new trade war, by declaring vehicle and vehicle part imports “a threat to national security.” The investigation began in late … Continue reading
  
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• Google Pixel 3 leaked fully

  27-06-2018 21:09
  The Google Pixel 3 and Google Pixel 3 XL leaked in fully-formed renders this morning, in two colors to boot. These devices were leaked by the now-infamous OnLeaks, a person who’s become shockingly accurate in his predictions of the industrial designs of smartphones in the past several years. In these renders, we see a smaller Google Pixel 3 with a … Continue reading
  
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• The Apple vs Samsung iPhone-copying lawsuit is finally over

  27-06-2018 21:08
  The Apple vs Samsung legal battle that has spanned seven years and numerous courtroom showdowns is finally over. The two companies – which had each claimed and counter-claimed that the other had infringed on design patents with their smartphones and tablets – agreed to drop the case, according to a newly-filed document today. That document, filed with the Northern District … Continue reading
  
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• YouTube picture-in-picture feature arrives for free users

  27-06-2018 21:07
  Are you a regular YouTube user, meaning someone without a Red/Premium subscription? If so, good news: the service’s picture-in-picture feature is now available to everyone including free users. As with any PiP feature, this enables users to watch their video in a small floating window while doing something else in a different app. YouTube Premium is the service’s monthly subscription … Continue reading
  
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• The best outdoor grills of 2018

  27-06-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It's almost the Fourth of July, and not too late to buy that amazing grill for the ultimate backyard barbecue. To help you pick the right one, we've rounded up six of our favorite models, from epic smokers to capable hybrids.
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• Razer Blade vs. Microsoft Surface Book 2

  27-06-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Razer's all-new Blade notebook looks great and packs in some serious gaming performance thanks to high-end components. Microsoft's Surface Book 2 also includes a gaming-level GPU, but can it compete in terms of sheer performance?
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• Facebook changes its cryptocurrency rules by easing its ad blocking policy

  27-06-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook changed its mind about banning cryptocurrency-related ads from the social network. Facebook now allows ads that promote cryptocurrency and related content, but only from pre-approved advertisers.
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• Blackberry Key2 tips and tricks

  27-06-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  From the physical keyboard to its custom suite of software, the Blackberry Key2 is a productivity powerhouse. Whether you're new to Blackberry or just want to master your new phone, check out our favorite BlackBerry Key2 tips and tricks.
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• Elgato becomes Eve as it sells gaming arm to Corsair

  27-06-2018 20:43
  A lot of companies will tell you that smart homes are the future, and it seems Elgato believes the same thing. Today, Elgato announced that it will rebrand to Eve Systems, which shares the name of the company’s smart home product line up. It seems that Eve, which was introduced back in 2014, has been a successful endeavor for Elgato, … Continue reading
  
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• Space-age toothbrush promises to clean your gnashers in 30 seconds flat

  27-06-2018 20:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Running short on time for personal hygiene? Chiiz is a so-called sonic tooth cleaner which promises to shine your gnashers up real nice in just 30 seconds. Here's how you can get it.
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• Saturn moon Enceladus ingredients for life discovered in Cassini data

  27-06-2018 20:01
  Saturn’s moon Enceladus has ingredients for life, researchers have announced. The discovery was made by NASA’s Cassini spacecraft, which was deliberately crashed into Saturn last year after running low on fuel. Researchers analyzing data gathered by Cassini before its demise reveal large and complex organic compounds present in the Enceladus’s icy plumes — that is, the essential building blocks for … Continue reading
  
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• NASA Webb Telescope launch set as review phase complete

  27-06-2018 20:00
  This week the folks at the NASA-created Independent Review Board (IRB) announced their review of the James Webb Space Telescope was complete. As this review reaches its end, the telescope’s development can continue. As such, NASA said that this, the “world’s premier science observatory,” has a new launch date – that’s March 30th, 2021. So you’ve got some time if … Continue reading
  
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• Intel may debut a Core i9 desktop CPU for the general market in 2018

  27-06-2018 19:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Intel is gearing up to release high-end desktop processors for the mainstream market. These chips will essentially be part of Intel's fourth wave of eighth-generation processors released during the third quarter of 2018.
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• Learn about the roots of the modern computing with the BBC’s free archive

  27-06-2018 19:42 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you would like to learn where the modern computing revolution started, the BBC's newly expanded Computer Literacy Archive can show you, with more than 260 documentaries from the 80s and 160 BBC Micro programs to try.
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• Fortnite cross-play controversy: Sony’s latest doesn’t inspire

  27-06-2018 19:42
  With Fortnite‘s arrival on Nintendo Switch earlier in the month, Sony suddenly found itself the target of a lot of angry gamers. Many Fortnite fans discovered that their Fortnite accounts were locked to PS4 when they tried to sign in on Nintendo Switch. This, of course, meant that those interested in playing on both PS4 and Switch would need to … Continue reading
  
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• Super Cute Cat Tea Cup Including A Strainer

  27-06-2018 19:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  You hate coffee in the morning and don’t really care for dogs but you do love everything cute (well of course puppies as well) then this pink tea cup which comes with cat ears and tails is for you. And the built in strainer will make sure that no nasty herbs will get into your mouth.
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  Open the tea mug and take out the strainer,then put the tad bag or tea leaves at the bottom of the mug; Cover the strainer,Pour hot water then you can enjoy your tea and the strainer wi
  
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• Harry Potter LEGO Minifigures will empty your wallet in August

  27-06-2018 19:00
  Today the folks at LEGO revealed they’d be bringing on the most wizard-friendly release for magic users in Minifigure form, this August. Today we’ve got images of the whole pack of packs. They’re going to be blind-packaged in the store, so you’ve got two options. One, buy as many as you can and see what you get. Two, sit in … Continue reading
  
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• Samsung’s redesigned smartphone camera snaps better in low light

  27-06-2018 18:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The new Samsung ISOCELL Plus sensors for smartphone cameras can take better low-light shots with improved color. A new material developed by Fujifilm that is essential to the improved design.
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• Samsung Galaxy Tab S4: Everything you need to know

  27-06-2018 18:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Last year, Samsung released its Galaxy Tab S3. Rumors are now starting to surface about its successor -- the Galaxy Tab S4. From specs to a release date, here's everything we know so far about Samsung's upcoming tablet.
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• ‘Heavy Rain’ and ‘Absolver’ are free with July’s PlayStation Plus

  27-06-2018 18:37 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Quantic Dream just released the adventure game Detroit: Become Human for PlayStation 4 in May, and the developer's mystery Heavy Rain will be free for all PlayStation Plus subscribers next month.
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• Google Home and Chromecast outage leaves users livid

  27-06-2018 18:32
  Google Home and Chromecast are both down, with widespread reports from users that their smart speakers won’t work and their streaming adapters won’t stream. Saying “Ok Google” to a Google Home speaker, for instance, gets the response that “there was a glitch, try again in a few seconds.” Those complaining to the Made By Google account on Twitter have been … Continue reading
  
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• Nokia 9 tipped to beat iPhone X and Galaxy Note 9 to the punch

  27-06-2018 18:30
  This week we’re having a peek at the upcoming Nokia 9, a device that’s most certainly going to be more exciting than the other Nokia number phones – right? We can only hope. To become more exciting than the other phones they’ve released over the past couple years, Nokia is rumored to be bringing on technology that the brings heat … Continue reading
  
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• Pokemon Quest released on iPhone and Android: Here’s the trailer

  27-06-2018 18:27
  Shortly before E3 2018 kicked off, Nintendo announced a handful of new Pokemon games. One of those games was Pokemon Quest, a free-to-play title that launched first on Nintendo Switch with the promise of iOS and Android versions to follow. The wait for you mobile gamers is over, as Pokemon Quest is getting its iOS and Android release today. As … Continue reading
  
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• Sony working on ‘solution’ to PlayStation 4 crossplay fiasco

  27-06-2018 18:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Thus far, Sony has not enabled crossplay between the PlayStation 4 and either the Switch or Xbox One, but it appears that could change in the future. The issue became more prominent during E3.
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