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• To celebrate World Emoji Day, Google’s blobmoji are back as sticker packs

  17-07-2018 23:51 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google replaced blobmoji as the standard emoji in Android last year with Android 8.0 Oreo. Now, however, it's finally bringing it back -- sort of. Users can download blobmoji as sticker packs in Google's Gboard.
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• Lyft wants to partner with cities to add bike and scooter sharing

  17-07-2018 23:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Lyft announced a multi-mode transportation plan to bring bike and scooter sharing to cities. To kick off the new initiative Lyft will invest $1 million to help nonprofits establish income eligible transportation programs.
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• Dell’s refresh of the XPS 13 2-in-1 series dips its toes into Intel’s Amber Lake

  17-07-2018 23:08 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Intel said its “Amber Lake” Y-series processors would arrive later this year. One month later, the Chilean arm of Dell leaked an upcoming 13-inch XPS 2-in-1 device sporting five CPU options, two of which are Amber Lake chips.
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• Clean your home for cheap with these awesome Prime Day vacuum deals

  17-07-2018 22:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Modern technology has made keeping a clean home a little bit easier, and now that tech is getting cheaper too. For Prime Day 2018, Amazon is slashing the prices of many of our favorite vacuums, some of which are of the robot variety.
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• Look Ma, no hands! The Horizon watch discards tradition for daring simplicity

  17-07-2018 22:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Think a watch always has to have hands, or at least a way to tell the precise time? Think again. The Optik Instruments Horizon watch doesn't have any hands, but still manages to provide an at-a-glance time that's precise enough for most of us. We've tried it on, and here's what it's like.
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• New VR horror game gets scarier if your heart rate isn’t fast enough

  17-07-2018 22:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In new VR game Bring to Light, players can strap on a heart rate monitor to personalize the fear factor. Get too comfortable, and the game’s A.I. will know to ramp up the terror.
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• Samsung’s S9 and S9+ Prime Day bundles include an Echo and an Echo Spot

  17-07-2018 21:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Samsung's Amazon Prime Day bundles include an Amazon Echo, Echo Spot, and a Samsung SmartThings Home Monitoring Starter Kit for no extra charge with Samsung Galaxy S9 or S9+ smartphones. The bundle savings equals $430.
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• With a Fortnite Android Release Date Soon, Epic Games Continues to Invest in Amazon Web Services

  17-07-2018 21:37
  With a Fortnite Android release date on the horizon Epic Games plans to further its investment in Amazon Web Services (AWS) for Fortnite.
  
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• The UN and Yale unite to build a ‘smart’ tiny house for the future

  17-07-2018 21:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In an effort to create more sustainable and affordable housing for future populations, the United Nations and Yale University recently teamed together and created an environmentally minded tiny house.
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• We’re giving away three SnoofyBee pads to three lucky winners

  17-07-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It might not be the most tech-centric item out there, but it's hard to deny the merits of the SnoofyBee three-in-one changing pad. We've got three of the most popular color combinations for three lucky winners. The SnoofyBee was born out of a need to entertain a curious baby during diaper changes and keep the […]
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• The best smartwatches

  17-07-2018 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Tempted to buy a smartwatch? If so, then the growing number of great models available means you've got plenty to choose from. But which one should you pick? Here is our list of the best smartwatches.
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• Overwatch's Newest Hero Wrecking Ball Is Playable This Month

  17-07-2018 20:56
  Overwatch's Wrecking Ball release date confirmed.
  
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• Microsoft is digging itself a hole by giving away free Surface Docks

  17-07-2018 20:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft is giving away a free Surface Dock with the purchase of a Surface Book 2 or a Surface Laptop. If you have a Surface Book 2 15-inch, however, that free gift might turn you off.
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• This $20 DIY kit makes your NES, SNES or Mega Drive controller wireless

  17-07-2018 20:46
  I have to hand it to 8BitDo. At first I thought they were just opportunistically hawking cheap hunks of plastic in an era of unparalleled nostalgia for retro games, but… well, who am I kidding? That’s exactly what they’re doing. But they’re doing it well. And these new DIY kits are the latest sign that they actually understand their most obsessive customers.
  While you can of course purchase fully formed controllers and adapters from the company that let your retro consol
  
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• Man vs. machine: An A.I. algorithm attempts to break a world speed record

  17-07-2018 20:33 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A new machine learning algorithm created at Switzerland’s EPFL is being used to design what its creators hope is the world's fastest bicycle. It will attempt a world record later this year.
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• Ripple Rocker – Never Seen Before

  17-07-2018 20:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  Have you ever seen a rocket do anything like this before? It’s a NASA rocket breaking the sound barrier / going super sonic while going through an ice crystal field. This is when science, humans and nature come together to create something beautiful. But it also shows what impact and responsibilities we have as humans on this earth. I need to make a gif out of these ripples to watch it on a loop. Have you seen anything like this before? Watch the video below:
  
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• Here’s how to watch all of the Star Wars films and series online

  17-07-2018 20:24 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Few of us want to deal with DVDs or Blu-ray discs anymore. Unfortunately, the Star Wars movies are few and far between when it comes to streaming. If you want to watch Star Wars online, check out our guide on where to find them.
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• MacBook’s price sliced for an Amazon Prime Day steal at $990

  17-07-2018 20:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The new school year is now officially just around the corner. If you’re looking to purchase a new notebook for your student, Amazon’s Prime Day is offering a 12-inch Apple MacBook for a mere $989 that weighs a mere two pounds.
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• Amazon Prime Day slices the price of Apple’s juicy, golden 12-inch MacBook

  17-07-2018 20:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The new school year is now officially just around the corner. If you’re looking to purchase a new notebook for your student, Amazon’s Prime Day is offering a 12-inch Apple MacBook for a mere $989 that weighs a mere two pounds.
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• Peelable circuits make it easy to Internet all the things

  17-07-2018 20:14
  Researchers at Purdue Universityand the University of Virginia are now able to create “tiny, thin-film electronic circuits peelable from a surface,” the first step in creating an unobtrusive Internet-of-Things solution. The peelable stickers can sit flush to an object’s surface and be used as sensors or wireless communications systems.
  The biggest difference between these stickers and traditional solutions is the removal of the silicon wafer that manufacturers use. Because the
  
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• Here are the best shows on Netflix right now (July 2018)

  17-07-2018 20:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Looking for a new show to binge? Lucky for you, we've curated a list of the best shows on Netflix, whether you're a fan of outlandish anime, dramatic period pieces, or shows that leave you questioning what lies beyond.
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• What is Amazon Prime?

  17-07-2018 20:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  So what is Amazon Prime? Is the premium membership really worth the cost of admission? Here, we break down the service's multitude of features, so you can make an informed decision.
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• ‘Part coat, part science experiment,’ a jacket made of graphene is on the way

  17-07-2018 19:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Outdoor performance apparel manufacturer Vollebak announced it will release a jacket made from graphene later this summer, marking one of the first times the material has been used in clothing.
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• Yamaha’s RX-S602 packs MusicCast Surround wireless tech into a slim package

  17-07-2018 19:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Yamaha’s new RX-S602 A/V receiver takes the company’s MusicCast Surround technology, which lets you wireless connect your surround speakers, and fits it into a sleek, space-saving package.
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• The Sonos Beam soundbar is now available

  17-07-2018 19:43
  It took Sonosmore than a month, but its new home theater speaker is now available. You can buy it on Sonos’ official website for $399 (or €449 if you live in Europe). It’s also available on Amazon and other retailers.
  The Beam is an affordable soundbar for your TV. This isn’t the company’s first soundbar, but it’s a better one. According to our review, its slimmer design makes it more versatile in many cases. Sometimes your TV is hanging on a wall. Or maybe you
  
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• What’s new on Amazon Prime Video (July and August 2018)

  17-07-2018 19:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Amazon Prime Video adds new titles each month that are available for free to all Prime members. Check out our list to find all the new content hitting Amazon Prime Video in July and August 2018, from new comedies to terrifying horror films.
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• ‘Middle-earth: Shadow of War’ update banishes all microtransactions

  17-07-2018 19:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A new update for Middle-earth: Shadow of War has removed all microtransactions. Their presence in the original version of the game drew criticism, particularly because it's a single-player title.
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• New light-emitting implant zaps cancer tumors with incredible precision

  17-07-2018 19:07 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers from Japan's Waseda University have developed a light-emitting, NFC-powered implant which could help battle cancer in sensitive parts of the body by emitting light. Here's how.
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• The best Dolby Atmos movies, from ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ to ‘Jumanji’

  17-07-2018 19:04 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you've got your hands on some sweet Dolby Atmos gear, the next step is to find films that take advantage of it. These are our picks in every genre for the best Dolby Atmos movies currently available on Blu-ray and streaming services.
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• Google Assistant’s new Visual Snapshot tab prepares you for the day

  17-07-2018 19:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Ever wish you could get an instant update of your day at a glance? Google Assistant now can show you upcoming travel plans, deliveries, bills and more as a part of the new Visual Snapshot feature. It's available on Android and iOS.
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• Google Assistant: Everything you need to know

  17-07-2018 19:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google's artificially intelligent bot, Google Assistant, is available on smart home speakers, smart home devices, iOS and Android phones, and it can do a whole lot of work on your behalf. Here are all of its features.
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• How to turn off notifications in Android

  17-07-2018 18:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you're sick of spam Android notifications, then identify the apps responsible and get rid of them. We explain how to find offending apps and turn off notifications in Android, no matter what version you're running.
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• That’s not Nathan Fillion’s voice you hear as Cayde-6 in ‘Destiny 2: Forsaken’

  17-07-2018 18:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It turns out Cayde-6 wasn't voiced by actor Nathan Fillion in the Destiny 2: Forsaken trailer. Fillion was unable to reprise his role for the DLC, so Nolan North, the voice of Ghost, stepped in for Fillion.
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• Dirt cheap camping gear that’s actually worth spending your money on

  17-07-2018 18:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Buying new camping gear can get very expensive, but these products offer great performance without breaking the bank, proving that you don't need to buy name brand equipment to have a good time in the backcountry.
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• ‘Bill and Ted Face the Music’: Every excellent (and bogus) thing we know so far

  17-07-2018 18:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The third installment of the Bill and Ted franchise will be titled Bill and Ted Face the Music, according to the film's cast and creative team, and it's officially in preproduction, though there are hurdles to overcome.
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• PS5 and Next Xbox: Will Single-Player Offline Games Survive?

  17-07-2018 18:14
  With Sony and Microsoft talking up the PS5 and next Xbox respectively, we speculate on what to expect from next-generation console hardware, online infrastructure, and much more.
  
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• Here are the best Amazon Prime Day photography deals (updated)

  17-07-2018 18:11 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Amazon's biggest shopping day of the year is here, and if photography is your hobby, there are a few deals for you. From action cameras to accessories and photo-editing software, here are some of our favorite Prime Deals in 2018.
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• ‘John Wick 3: Parabellum’ — here’s everything we know so far

  17-07-2018 18:04 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The third installment of the wildly successful action series that stars Keanu Reeves as a deadly assassin forced out of retirement, John Wick 3: Parabellum, hits theaters in May 2019. Here's everything we know about the movie so far.
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• Win a Flo detection system and catch leaks before they do damage

  17-07-2018 18:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Your house or apartment is five times more likely to suffer water damage than it is a fire or burglary, so it makes sense to add water damage prevention measures. We're giving one lucky winner a brand-new Flo smart leak detection system.
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• GE’s scan-to-cook microwave comes with a bonus Amazon Dot for a limited time

  17-07-2018 18:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Alexa-aware GE Smart Countertop Microwave takes the mystery out of cooking by scanning food packaging barcodes the for correct settings. For a limited time, GE is bundling an Amazon Echo Dot with the new microwave.
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• Walmart partners with Microsoft for cloud solutions

  17-07-2018 17:24
  As part of the partnership, Walmart will tap into the full range of Microsoft's cloud solutions, including Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, for enterprise-wide use to help standardise across the company's family of brands, the Bentonville Arkansas-based firm said in a release.
  
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• First self-driving shuttle coasts into New York’s Times Square

  17-07-2018 17:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  On July 17, Coast Autonomous, a new entry in the self-driving vehicle market, kicked off a day of demonstrations of its autonomous P-1 Shuttle on Broadway in New York’s crowded Times Square.
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• 5 Gadgets You Probably Don't Have at Home But Should Invest In - Gizmodo

  17-07-2018 17:20 via fieldguide.gizmodo.com
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  What gadgets have you got at home? A smartphone? Maybe an Amazon Echo? We're here to tell you about some of the lesser-known bits of kit that are worth tricking out your home with—covering everything from home security to data storage, put these on ...
  
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• 5 Gadgets You Probably Don't Have at Home But Should Invest In

  17-07-2018 17:20 via fieldguide.gizmodo.com
  What gadgets have you got at home? A smartphone? Maybe an Amazon Echo? We’re here to tell you about some of the lesser-known bits of kit that are worth tricking out your home with—covering everything from home security to data storage, put these on your shopping list the next time you’re working through your…Read more...
  
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• ‘PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds’ could get custom matches, but at what cost?

  17-07-2018 17:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds has rolled out an open beta for custom multiplayer matches on PC. The feature could come to the full game as paid content, and it's currently limited to 10,000 players.
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• Save 96% On The Shaw Academy: Premium Lifetime Membership

  17-07-2018 17:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  We have an awesome deal in the Geeky Gadgets Deals store today, you can save 96% on the Shaw Academy: Premium Lifetime Membership. The Shaw Academy: Premium Lifetime Membership is available in the Geeky Gadgets Deals store for just $99, it normally cost $2,999. There are online courses and then there’s Shaw Academy. This remarkable […](Read More ...)The post Save 96% On The Shaw Academy: Premium Lifetime Membership appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• This Kit Lets You Make Your Old SNES Controllers Completely Wireless

  17-07-2018 17:00 via gizmodo.com
  For five years, 8Bitdo has been creating near-perfect wireless clones of your favorite classic gamepads, improving the experience of emulating retro games on modern devices. But if near-perfect isn’t perfect enough for your discerning gaming tastes, the company is now selling kits that should make it dead easy to…Read more...
  
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• To celebrate World Emoji Day, Apple debuts over 70 new emojis coming to iOS 12

  17-07-2018 16:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In honor of "World Emoji Day," Apple unveiled more than 70 new emojis that are coming iOS 12 later this year. From different hairstyles to exotic animals, the company shared a first look at what we can expect to see on our keyboards.
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• European Commission may slap Google with a game-changing fine over Android

  17-07-2018 16:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Sources close to the European Commission claim Google will likely face a multibillion-dollar fine for anticompetitive practices relating to Android's dominance in the smartphone market.
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• MediaTek Helio A series SoCs arrive with Helio A22 launch

  17-07-2018 16:32
  The MediaTek Helio A22 also has AI features of MediaTek NeuroPilot software development kit (SDK).
  
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