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• Snapchat now uses speech recognition to animate your face

  01-08-2018 23:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Get your tongue back in your mouth -- Snapchat's latest Lenses react instead to a specific keyword. The new Lenses animate after hearing a specific keyword, which Snapchat displays on the screen.
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• Attacker stole user data from Reddit through employee accounts

  01-08-2018 23:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Reddit reports that an attacker broke into a few systems on the company’s network and stole user data. The theft consisted of a 2007 database backup containing salted hashed passwords along with “some” current email addresses.
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• Mammoth undertaking: Company to 3D print a full-size skeleton of elephant ancestor

  01-08-2018 23:13 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A Belgian 3D-printing company is putting its additive manufacturing skills to the test by helping to create a life-size replica of a mammoth skeleton for public display later this year.
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• The best HBO series (August 2018)

  01-08-2018 23:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Whether you prefer the twisted world of 'True Detective' or the lovable techies that have quickly come to define 'Silicon Valley,' here are our picks of the best HBO series now available on HBO Now and HBO Go.
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• Hand Made Knitted Brain Hat

  01-08-2018 22:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  Dude, you can’t imagine how I felt when I found out these were handmade and not axe or machete made. Phew! Someone dodged that bullet and didn’t get their skull open, so someone can sell brain hats. I have faith in humanity again. Too bad it’s one of the hottest summers in a while in Europe otherwise I would order one right now and wear it proudly. I hope I remember those before winter comes, please remind me if I forget.
  From the product page:– Unique Brain Design–
  
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• Fitbit stock jumps as smartwatches fuel growth

  01-08-2018 22:29
  Fitbit’s stock price jumped in after-hours trading and is currently trading around $6.00 a share, off its 52-week intraday high of $7.79.
  The company today announced its latest quarterly numbers, which saw the average selling price of its wearables increase 6 percent year-over-year to $106 a device. New devices introduced within the last year represented 59 percent of the company’s revenue.
  Smartwatches were a high-point for Fitbit this quarter. The company stated that its higher-pri
  
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• You know that brain-training app you downloaded? It’s probably worthless

  01-08-2018 21:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The idea of brain-training apps which improve your mental abilities by making you play games sounds almost too good to be true. Sadly, according to a recent study by neuroscientists, it is.
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• Need some tunes when you’re offline? Here’s how to download songs from Spotify

  01-08-2018 21:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Did you know you can download up to 3,333 songs on your device with Spotify Premium? The process is incredibly straightforward, too, and literally takes seconds. Here's how to go about doing it.
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• We dragged 7 crossovers onto 4WD trails to see what breaks, and who makes it

  01-08-2018 21:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Compact SUVs are often seen as pavement-only vehicles, yet we challenged 7 of the top CUVs to a contest seeing who could handle the muddy, rocky trails the best. After one blown tire, numerous underbody scrapes and a few close calls, we had a champion.
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• We dragged 6 crossovers onto 4WD trails to see what breaks, and who makes it

  01-08-2018 21:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Compact SUVs are often seen as pavement-only vehicles, yet we challenged 7 of the top CUVs to a contest seeing who could handle the muddy, rocky trails the best. After one blown tire, numerous underbody scrapes and a few close calls, we had a champion.
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• QLED vs. OLED TV: What’s the difference, and why does it matter?

  01-08-2018 21:21 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The names may look almost identical, but OLED and QLED are two entirely different beasts. In our QLED vs. OLED battle, we dissect the differences between these dueling TV technologies, and help determine which might be best for you.
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• Tesla warns owners to protect against car thieves using key fobs

  01-08-2018 21:18 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Tesla emailed its owners about steps to lower the chances thieves will exploit the brand's passive entry system, which allows owners to enter their vehicles without removing digital key fobs from their pockets or bags.
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• Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 vs. Galaxy Tab S3: Android Tablet Showdown

  01-08-2018 21:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Tab S4, and it comes with upgraded power, looks, and a larger screen. It looks set to take on the world, but first, can it prove itself and beat last year's Galaxy Tab S3?
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• Joaquin Phoenix’s ‘Joker’ movie: Here’s everything we know so far

  01-08-2018 20:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Todd Phillips is developing a stand-alone Joker origin story with Joaquin Phoenix set to portray the Clown Prince of Crime. From casting to plot details, here's everything we know about the movie so far.
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• JBL’s $250 Google Assistant smart display is now available for pre-order

  01-08-2018 20:42
  It’s been a week since Lenovo’s GoogleAssistant-powered smart display went on sale and slowly but surely, its competitors are launching their versions, too. Today, JBL announced that its $249.95 JBLLink View is now available for pre-order, with an expected ship date of September 3, 2018.
  JBL went for a slightly different design than Lenovo (and the upcoming LG WK9), but in terms of functionality, these devices are pretty much the same. The Link View features an 8-inch HD screen and u
  
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• Bitcoin transactions may not be good for the environment, says study

  01-08-2018 20:40
  Bitcoin and similar blockchain technologies consume more electricity than entire nations and may prevent the world from achieving the climate change mitigation targets under the Paris Agreement, a study has warned.
  
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• Five Techie Gadgets That Will Blow Your Mind

  01-08-2018 20:17 via shutupandtakemymoney.com
   
  Everyone is catching up to the fast-paced Modern world that we’re living in and we’re quite sure that you want to be a cut above the rest when it comes to technology. We take these kinds of things seriously here at Shut Up and Take My Money, so we’d like to introduce you to five techie gadgets that will blow your mind (and hopefully not your wallet!)
  Volterman, Smart Wallet
   
  *** Considered as the world’s most powerful wallet, it has 5 smart functions which i
  
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• Futuristic chopsticks simulate flavor by zapping your tongue with electrodes

  01-08-2018 20:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Do you want to cut down on the salt in your diet? This prototype pair of chopsticks and Miso soup bowl is able add flavor to your food through the use of tongue-zapping electrodes.
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• Valve Announces Artifact Release Date and Price

  01-08-2018 20:08
  Valve's Artifact has a release date and price for Windows PC, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS.
  
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• The best camping tents that money can buy

  01-08-2018 20:08 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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• Windows 10 update adds support for continuity functions via Your Phone app

  01-08-2018 20:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Windows 10 users will soon find it easier to interact with their iOS and Android smartphones while working on their desktop thanks to a new Your Phone app that's now part of Microsoft's latest Windows Insider Preview build.
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• Possible Intel road map shows 9th-generation CPUs arriving in 2018

  01-08-2018 19:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Chinese website XFastest provides slides of what appears to be Intel’s processor road map for the remainder of 2018 and into 2019. They mirror recent rumors that Intel’s ninth-generation processors would begin to surface later this year.
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• Astronomers finally confirm general relativity around a supermassive black hole

  01-08-2018 19:36 via digitaltrends.com
  
  For the first time, astronomers have confirmed Einstein’s century-old theory of general relativity in action near a black hole. An international team has observed gravitational redshift around a supermassive black hole.
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• With Sprint’s flash sale, customers can lease an iPhone 8 for $8 per month

  01-08-2018 19:26 via digitaltrends.com
  
  For those looking for a good deal on an iPhone, Sprint recently announced its new flash sale. Until August 9, the carrier is offering the iPhone 8 for $8 per month to new and existing customers.
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• Toyota’s 2nd-generation hydrogen fuel-cell semi truck in it for the short haul

  01-08-2018 19:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Toyota is ready to roll out the second generation of its Project Portal hydrogen fuel-cell semi truck. Version 2.0 can travel 300 miles on a tank of hydrogen, which is 100 miles more than its predecessor.
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• Zillow’s new online tools are going to make apartment hunting much easier

  01-08-2018 19:13 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Renters who find Zillow's suite of real estate analysis tools useful may rejoice at a new integrated function that will allow users to submit multiple rental applications for a single fee.
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• Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 hands-on review

  01-08-2018 18:27 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Samsung’s here with a new tablet -- the Galaxy Tab S4. The biggest takeaway is that you can use the company’s Android desktop mode, also known as DeX, right when you connect the tablet to the keyboard cover.
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• Battlefield V PS4 and Xbox One Price Increased on Amazon India

  01-08-2018 18:27
  Battlefield V for PS4 and Xbox One has seen a price increase in India. The game, much like everything else published by EA, is exclusive to Amazon India and sold by its official merchant partner, Cloudtail.
  
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• Google adds 28 new languages, Make a GIF and other features on Gboard

  01-08-2018 18:21
  Internet search giant Google has updated its Gboard app with several new features. The updated features are reflecting in the What's new section of app on Google PlayStore.
  
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• Mobiistar launches C1, C1 Lite, C2, E1 Selfie, X1 Dual smartphones in India

  01-08-2018 18:19
  Set to be available starting August 2, the devices -- Mobiistar C1, C1 Lite, C2, E1 Selfie, and X1 Dual -- are all said to be selfie-centric and are all priced between Rs 5,400-Rs 10,500.
  
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• How to turn off subtitles on Netflix

  01-08-2018 18:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Subtitles are great if you want or need them, but they can be a major headache if you’ve somehow turned them on by accident and can’t figure out how to get rid of them. Don't worry, it's not as complicated as it seems.
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• WhatsApp for Business API Opened Up, Facebook Ads With WhatsApp Shortcut Announced

  01-08-2018 18:00
  WhatsApp is opening up the WhatsApp Business API for more businesses, with an aim to reach potential customers at scale.
  
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• Cut the calories with the best air fryers of 2018

  01-08-2018 18:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  What is this magical mechanism? It's an air fryer, and when used correctly, it can mimic the effects of frying, only using just a little bit of oil. You still get that crispy, golden exterior and the fluffy center.
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• New DHS cybersecurity command aims to protect U.S. from cyberattacks

  01-08-2018 17:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Department of Homeland Security wants to help the U.S. stay ahead of attacks like NotPetya and WannaCry by creating a new National Risk Management Center to protect critical infrastructure from cyberattacks.
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• PS4 Games at Rs. 1,499: PlayStation Hits Now Available in India, Here’s the Full List

  01-08-2018 17:39
  PS4 games from Sony now start from Rs. 1,499 in India. Here's what you need to know.
  
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• Time alerts put the brakes on your Facebook and Instagram consumption

  01-08-2018 17:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Just how much time do you spend scrolling through the Facebook and Instagram feeds? Facebook is about to tell you. The new features also include daily alerts that tell users when they've spent too much time on the social networks.
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• Spotle.ai launches multi-lingual support on its platform

  01-08-2018 17:21
  Spotle.ai, the AI-powered real-time talent network, has launched the multilingual feature on its platform.
  
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• See a taste of battle royale in the latest ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 4’ trailer

  01-08-2018 17:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The latest trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 4's multiplayer beta test gives us a sneak peek at Blackout, the game's take on battle royale. A separate beta for the mode will be held in September.
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• ‘PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds’ adds dynamic weather in latest update

  01-08-2018 17:14 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The latest PC update for PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds has added dynamic weather to the Erangel and Miramar maps, which could completely change how a battle royale match plays out.
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• The Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 is a tablet and computer rolled into one

  01-08-2018 17:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 has launched. With the Snapdragon 835, 4GB of RAM, and the option for 256GB of storage, it's a powerful beast. But it's got more than just that up its sleeve. Here's all you need to know.
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• YaDoggie Fresh is human-grade dog food you cook in your Instant Pot

  01-08-2018 17:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  You've always known that your four-legged fur monster was more than just a pet, and now, you can prove it. After all, what says love quite like making your dog its food in the same appliance that you use to feed your family?
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• Forget stainless steel: GE’s Café appliances offer a brand new vision for the kitchen

  01-08-2018 16:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  GE Appliances introduced its Café Brand customizable appliances, which features premium finishes and an array of replaceable hardware color choices. The new brand's first line is The Matte Collection, with matte white and matte black finishes.
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• What is YouTube Premium?

  01-08-2018 16:37 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Thanks to Google, YouTube Red is now YouTube Premium. We explain what exactly a YouTube Premium subscription gets you, how much it costs, and break down if it's a good choice for you.
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• BSNL launches Rs 995 broadband plan with 200GB data: Report

  01-08-2018 16:29
  Available in the Kerala circle, the plan, named Fibro BBG ULD 995, offers 2Mbps FUP speed. This plan comes with 200GB limited data at a speed of 20Mbps for Rs 995.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Note 9 leaked hands-on video leaves nothing to your imagination

  01-08-2018 16:27
  Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has gone through numerous leaks and rumours over the months, giving us nearly all the information. However, for the first time a leaked hands-on video of the handset has popped up online, leaving nothing to imagination.
  
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• Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M1) open sale to begin on August 2

  01-08-2018 16:22
  Asus, the Taiwanese tech firm, recently took the wraps off its Zenfone Max Pro (M1) smartphone, which is also its first ‘Zenfone’ running stock Android OS out of the box. Until now, the device was being sold through the flash sales module but starting tomorrow (August 2) the smartphone will be going on open sale. The device will be exclusively available from Flipkart.
  
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• PUBG Patch 19 Improves Frame Rate, Net Code, and Adds Dynamic Weather

  01-08-2018 16:19
  PUBG PC Patch 19 brings dynamic weather to its maps, some fixes to the frame rate, and hopefully will ensure that there's less lag while playing the game.
  
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