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• ‘Magic: The Gathering’ enters esports relevance with $10 million prize pool

  08-12-2018 23:21 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Wizards of the Coast is pushing Magic: The Gathering into esports relevance with a prize pool of $10 million across the tabletop version and Magic: The Gathering Arena. Will the game be able to compete with Hearthstone and Overwatch?
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• Encryption-busting law passed in Australia may have global privacy implications

  08-12-2018 22:22 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Controversial laws have been passed in Australia which oblige tech companies to allow the police to access encrypted messages, undermining the privacy of encryption with potentially global effects.
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• Apple Music may sign up more exclusive artists with purchase of Platoon

  08-12-2018 22:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple purchased London-based Platoon, which is a startup that helps independent musicians get discovered by major labels. The acquisition may help Apple Music sign up more exclusive artists.
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• Like ‘No Man’s Sky’ and ‘The Elder Scrolls Online’, ‘Fallout 76’ Has A Future

  08-12-2018 22:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The launch of Fallout 76 has been nothing short of apocalyptic, but that doesn’t mean the game is dead on arrival. Bethesda has a path forward, paved by The Elder Scrolls Online, another game that suffered a rocky start.
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• Gadgets: Amazon Echo Auto brings the power of Alexa to your car - Minneapolis Star Tribune

  08-12-2018 21:02
  Gadgets: Amazon Echo Auto brings the power of Alexa to your car  Minneapolis Star TribuneAmazon Echo Auto $49.99. Gadget brings Alexa power to your car. Amazon's Echo Auto brings Alexa into your car. You connect the Echo Auto to your phone ...
  
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• Super Smash Bros Ultimate first look: Everyone really is here

  08-12-2018 20:50
  16 or 17 years ago, my parents bought me a GameCube and a copy of Super Smash Bros. Melee for Christmas. In a happy coincidence, Christmas landed at the very beginning of my school’s winter break that year, so I spent two solid weeks doing nothing but playing through Melee, unlocking new fighters, taking on challenges, and expanding my trophy … Continue reading
  
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• Hear the sounds of wind on Mars from InSight’s latest audio recording

  08-12-2018 20:21 via digitaltrends.com
  
  NASA's InSight craft has captured the sound of the wind blowing on the surface of Mars. The audio file was picked up by the air pressure sensor and the seismometer which detected vibrations from the 10 to 15 mph winds in the area.
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• Joker from ‘Persona 5’ will take your heart in ‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’

  08-12-2018 20:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Joker, the leader of the Phantom Thieves of Hearts from Persona 5, will arrive to Super Smash Bros. as its first DLC character. The announcement was a surprising one, because Persona 5 is a PlayStation 4 exclusive.
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• World’s fastest electric race car to display at Petersen Museum

  08-12-2018 18:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes Peak race car smashed the all-time record at the hill climb for which it was named. The all-electric VW record-holder will be on display at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles until February 1, 2019.
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• Google Translate updated to reduce gender bias in its translations

  08-12-2018 18:44 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google is changing how Google Translate offers translations. Previously when you entered a word like doctor, Translate would offer a masculine interpretation of the word. Now, Translate will offer both masculine and feminine versions.
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• The best routers for gaming

  08-12-2018 18:35 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Finding the best routers for gaming is no easy task. With so many out there, how do you know which to pick? We've looked at the many options available and put together a list of our lag-free favorites.
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• New version of ‘The Stanley Parable’ coming to consoles in 2019

  08-12-2018 17:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Seven years after its original release, The Stanley Parable is back with an upcoming Ultra Deluxe edition which will have new content and will be available on consoles as well as PC.
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• Rockstar adjusts ‘Red Dead Online’ in-game economy in response to complaints

  08-12-2018 16:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Red Dead Online has been catching flack for its unbalanced in-game economy. Now developer Rockstar has announced adjustments to the game, increasing the amount of cash and the number of gold bars that players earn for various activities.
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• Smartphones in 2019 – Things to consider before buying one

  08-12-2018 16:11
  The trends are in, and we’ve got a pretty decent idea of the next big smartphones from device makers in 2019. The features you’re going to want to watch out for are only slightly different from what came in 2018 – and we’re pretty much set on what the phones will look like already. What’s it going to take for … Continue reading
  
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• 2019 Audi e-tron SUV First Drive Review

  08-12-2018 15:06
  When I got the chance to test drive the new Audi e-tron in the deserts of Namibia, it was clear Audi hadn’t developed an electric SUV merely for tarmac roads. While most drivers won’t experience it, it turned out to be quite the thrill to drift an electric SUV. Indeed as far as I can remember, it’s probably the most … Continue reading
  
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• The best new music this week: Josh Homme, Domo Genesis, and more

  08-12-2018 15:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Are you looking for the best new music? Each week, we scour the internet to find the most compelling new releases just for you. On tap this week: Josh Homme, Domo Genesis, Eddie Palmieri, and Jacob Collier.
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• Photography News: Startup redesigns tripod heads ‘inside out’ for more flexibility

  08-12-2018 15:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Well, this doesn't look like the ball heads that we've seen before. Instead of designing a tripod ball head with a small cutout, the Colorado Tripod Company created one with most of the ball exposed, allowing for more possible angles.
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• MIT science photographer isn’t an artist, but her work could fill galleries

  08-12-2018 15:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Felice Frankel is an award-winning photographer, but she doesn't consider herself an artist. As a science photographer, she has been helping researchers better communicate their ideas for nearly three decades with eye-catching imagery.
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• Intel’s Arctic Sound graphics card: Everything you need to know

  08-12-2018 15:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Did you hear? Intel is working on a dedicated graphics card. It's called Arctic Sound and though we don't know a lot about it, we know that Intel has some ex-AMD Radeon graphics engineers developing it.
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• This IIT wins award for best cyber security education

  08-12-2018 14:42
  IIT Kharagpur was awarded for its focused curricula and research work i cyber security.
  
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• Today’s best Amazon deals: Mr. Coffee, Netgear, and Roku

  08-12-2018 11:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Black Friday and Cyber Monday may be over, but for retail giants like Amazon, the savings are only getting started. We've scoured the depths of Amazon to find you the very best deals going on right now.
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• 15 Stocking Stuffer Gadgets For Under $20 Each - Geeky Gadgets

  08-12-2018 11:00
  15 Stocking Stuffer Gadgets For Under $20 Each  Geeky GadgetsWith the holidays coming up fast, you've probably already spent a lot of money on gifts – with tons of people still left on your list. Rather than.
  
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• 15 Stocking Stuffer Gadgets For Under $20 Each

  08-12-2018 11:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  With the holidays coming up fast, you’ve probably already spent a lot of money on gifts – with tons of people still left on your list. Rather than splurging, get people gadgets they’ll use every day that are also on sale. Here’s a list of 15 perfect stocking stuffers that are all under $20. 1. […](Read More ...)The post 15 Stocking Stuffer Gadgets For Under $20 Each appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Sennheiser Momentum true wireless earbuds review

  08-12-2018 10:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Sennheiser took its time entering the true wireless earbud market, and the results are what you’d expect from the storied audio brand. The new Momentum offer seamless operation, best-in-class sound, and a high price tag to match.
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• Car-branded phones need to make a U-turn if they ever want to impress

  08-12-2018 10:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Your car and your smartphone are becoming one, yet smartphones branded or co-created by car companies are a problem. We look at the history, some examples of the best and worst, then share hopes for the future.
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• US accuses Huawei CFO of Iran sanctions cover-up; hearing adjourned

  08-12-2018 09:50
  Huawei Technologies Co Ltd's chief financial officer faces US accusations that she covered up her company's links to a firm that tried to sell equipment to Iran despite sanctions, a Canadian prosecutor said on Friday, arguing against giving her bail while she awaits extradition.
  
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• Amazon Kicks Off Apple Sale With Discounts On 2018 MacBook Air, iPhone X, and More

  08-12-2018 08:19
  Amazon sale also has discounts on iPhone 6S, iPhone 6, as well as offers on iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and other iPhone models.
  
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• Epic Games launched 'The Block' live-in game in Fortnite

  08-12-2018 07:35
  Epic Games launched 'The Block' live-in game at the 'The Game Awards 2018' in its Battle Royale mode.
  
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• Google fixes 'sexist' Translate tool - Gadgets Now

  08-12-2018 05:29
  Google fixes 'sexist' Translate tool  Gadgets NowGoogle Translate is now looking to curb the gender bias with an update. Beginning with Dutch, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, and Turkish, you'll now get ...
  
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• Google fixes 'sexist' Translate tool

  08-12-2018 05:29
  Google Translate is now looking to curb the gender bias with an update. Beginning with Dutch, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, and Turkish, you'll now get both a feminine and masculine translation for a single word — like 'doctor' — when translating from English.
  
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• Last day of Flipkart sale: 20 gadgets you can buy under Rs 1,000 - Gadgets Now

  08-12-2018 05:00
  Last day of Flipkart sale: 20 gadgets you can buy under Rs 1,000  Gadgets NowIt's the last day of Flipkart's Big Shopping Days sale today. The three-day sale, which started on on December 6, is offering deals and discounts on a range of ...
  
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• Six great gadgets for tech-loving family members this Christmas - South China Morning Post

  08-12-2018 04:32
  Six great gadgets for tech-loving family members this Christmas  South China Morning PostFrom the new Fitbit to the super useful Vinpok Split monitor to a clever new car air purifier, we have something for all the familySome double as terrific devices for ...
  
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• Stranger Things 3: The Game will bring retro fun to ‘all platforms’

  08-12-2018 03:19
  The third season of Netflix’s mega-hit Stranger Things will be getting its own game, the show’s creators have announced. The game will feature retro 16-bit graphics alongside the show’s iconic characters, though many details are still missing at this time. Players will be able to download the game on ‘all platforms’ when it arrives. Stranger Things 3: The Game was … Continue reading
  
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• Fortnite adds ‘The Block’ over Risky Reels to showcase Creative maps

  08-12-2018 02:23
  Yesterday, Epic Games announced a new addition to the map called “The Block” where player creations will be showcased for everyone to experience. The company followed its trend of dishing out surprises by launching The Block live in-game during The Game Awards 2018. The Block is a 25 x 25 space that dropped on top of the spot formerly known … Continue reading
  
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• ‘Battlefield V’ ray tracing tested: Can a patch save RTX?

  08-12-2018 02:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  ‘Battlefield V’ is the first game to use Nvidia’s ray tracing support, now available with the RTX 2080 and 2080 Ti graphics cards. The feature can, in an ideal scenario, make the game look better, but the performance hit may not be worth it.
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• Hulu gives new customers the option to pay with Venmo

  08-12-2018 01:33
  Hulu has announced that it is the first streaming service to add support for the payment platform Venmo, which has grown in popularity as a fast way to send and receive payments. The new support is available to new customers now, according to the company, which partnered with Venom to add the option. No other streaming services currently offer this … Continue reading
  
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• Amazon Go cashierless stores may expand into big US airports

  08-12-2018 00:42
  Amazon may be eyeing airports in the US as the next destinations for its cashierless stores. Called Amazon Go, these stores feature technology that allows customers to grab the items they want and then leave, eliminating the need to stand in line and manually pay. A new leak alleges Amazon has been in talk with big US airports over possibly … Continue reading
  
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• Digital Trends Live: The Game Awards recap, smart home hackers, and more

  08-12-2018 00:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  On episode 32 of Digital Trends Live, DT's live morning show, hosts Greg Nibler and Jeremy Kaplan broke down the news of the day, including a recap of The Game Awards, a smart home hacking, and more.
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