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• Gadgets help consumers stick to New Year's resolutions - WREX-TV

  28-12-2018 23:49
  Gadgets help consumers stick to New Year's resolutions  WREX-TVNEW YORK (NBC News) — According to Offers.com, losing weight and exercising more are the top new year's resolutions year after year.
  
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• Researchers turn mono audio into 2.5D sound with machine learning

  28-12-2018 23:43
  Researchers with the University of Texas at Austin and Facebook AI Research have used machine learning to transform monaural audio into binaural audio. The method involves using a video to determine object and scene configuration, the result being “2.5D visual sound” offering a more robust experience. The technology provides a method for turning common mono audio into an immersive product … Continue reading
  
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• Galaxy S10 details drip in Samsung supply chain slip-up

  28-12-2018 23:20
  The Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus (or S 10+ if you prefer) was leaked this week courtesy of an official case. Not the sort of case that’d normally come from a hairpin-trigger accessory manufacturer, but a real-deal Samsung case. With it came a set of details about the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus that confirm some previous rumors, disprove others, and in … Continue reading
  
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• Fallout 76 has made Bethesda lose its mind

  28-12-2018 23:10
  Pretty much from the very beginning, Fallout 76 has been a PR nightmare for Bethesda. There seems to be controversy after controversy with this game, and the most alarming part about all of this is Bethesda’s reaction to the criticism and complaints it receives. Sometimes, it really seems like Bethesda has gone off the deep end. With Fallout 76, Bethesda … Continue reading
  
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• Study finds cholesterol levels spike during Christmas season

  28-12-2018 22:51
  The holiday season is known for excessive eating and weight gain, but a new study warns there may be an invisible consequence to this end-of-year consumption: a spike in cholesterol levels. The research comes out of the University of Copenhagen’s Department of Clinical Medicine, which found that the odds having elevated cholesterol levels were six times higher after Christmas. The … Continue reading
  
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• China deploys school uniforms with built-in trackers and alarms

  28-12-2018 22:05
  In China’s latest dystopian move, a state news agency has detailed the deployment of “intelligent” school uniforms that feature tracking technology. The uniforms were first launched in some schools in 2016 and have recently been adopted by another 10 school facilities, according to the report, which says the uniforms work alongside facial recognition technology installed within the facilities. The information … Continue reading
  
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• The biggest gaming trends of 2018

  28-12-2018 22:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  2018 has been a wild year for video games, with several trends popping up over the course of the year. These are the biggest gaming trends of 2018, including DLC practices and the explosion of esports.
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• T-Mobile BOGO smartwatch deal offers free Samsung Galaxy Watch

  28-12-2018 21:16
  T-Mobile has a new Buy One, Get One (BOGO) deal involving the Samsung Galaxy Watch. Starting on January 2, customers who purchase the wearable will get a second unit for free, assuming they add a line for the recipient. The carrier is also offering the Galaxy Tab A tablet for free if the customer signs up for a certain monthly … Continue reading
  
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• Super Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC details surface

  28-12-2018 21:12
  We already knew some of Nintendo’s DLC plans for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, but today, more details have surfaced. In addition to the Challenger Packs that director Masahiro Sakurai announced before Ultimate‘s release, it seems there will also be downloadable outfits for Mii Fighters. That isn’t very surprising, considering that Nintendo released Mii outfits as DLC for Smash 4, but … Continue reading
  
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• No vein, no gain: Wax hand beats the latest vein-recognition systems

  28-12-2018 20:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Forget Face ID, the next frontier of biometric security tech could involve reading your vein prints. Or could it? Not if this system-fooling fake wax hand has anything to say about it.
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• The Very Slow Movie Player shows a film over an entire year

  28-12-2018 20:36
  It seems someone took Every Frame a Painting literally: The Very Slow Movie Player is a device that turns cinema into wallpaper, advancing the image by a single second every hour. The result is an interesting household object that makes something new of even the most familiar film.
  The idea occurred to designer and engineer Bryan Boyer during one of those times we all have where we are sitting at home thinking of ways to celebrate slowness.
  “Can a film be consumed at the speed of reading a
  
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• Sony’s hot feature for 2019 phones: ToF 3D

  28-12-2018 20:35
  Sony 3D camera modules were given a boost in manufacturing output in Asia after a recent burst in interest from smartphone brands. Brands like Apple and Samsung will feature the Sony 3D camera module in some form or another, so says sources inside the industry that wish to remain anonymous. Sony sensor division’s head Satoshi Yoshihara suggested that Sony chips … Continue reading
  
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• New Year's resolution gadgets - KSN-TV

  28-12-2018 20:21
  New Year's resolution gadgets  KSN-TVAccording to Offers.com, losing weight and exercising more are the top new year's resolutions year after year.
  
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• 2020 Supra leak suggests Toyota itself is to blame

  28-12-2018 20:19
  The new 2020 Toyota Supra isn’t due to make its official, out-of-camouflage debut until the Detroit Auto Show 2019 next month, but that hasn’t stopped the clearest images of the coupe yet from leaking – and from a very unexpected source. The curvy two-door is the result of a collaboration between Toyota and BMW, though the automakers promise that the … Continue reading
  
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• Best and worst gadgets of 2018: technology to buy and avoid - Courier Mail

  28-12-2018 20:10
  Best and worst gadgets of 2018: technology to buy and avoid  Courier MailFrom flying cameras to lifesaving watches, 2018 has been another big year for gadgets.
  
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• A new Lenovo listing all but confirms the Nvidia GTX 1160

  28-12-2018 20:02 via digitaltrends.com
  
  There has been plenty of speculation recently, but with the newest leak, courtesy of a Lenovo support page listing, the GeForce GTX 1160 graphics card has now been all but confirmed.
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• An experimental drug could help fight memory loss in Alzheimer’s patients

  28-12-2018 19:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  An experimental drug that was developed to treat depression could also help battle the memory-loss effects associated with Alzheimer’s disease, researchers from UCLA have discovered.
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• Steam’s best-selling games of 2018 list has some surprises

  28-12-2018 19:36
  In the midst of its winter sale, Valve has revealed the top-selling games on Steam for 2018. This is something it does every year, but instead of giving us actual numbers in terms of sales or revenue, Valve simply groups the year’s best sellers into four different groups: platinum, gold, silver, and bronze. We’re seeing some familiar titles make their … Continue reading
  
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• Facebook moderators getting wrong interpretation of Indian law: Report

  28-12-2018 19:32
  The moderators at Facebook who carry out the critical task of removing dangerous content from its platform rely on material based on incorrect interpretation of certain Indian laws, The New York Times has reported.
  
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• Nerf Rival ‘Overwatch’ blasters offer form over function

  28-12-2018 19:22 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We got to try out the new Nerf Rival Overwatch blasters and were impressed with how close they resemble their in-game counterparts, but they aren't exactly the best bang for your buck.
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• The world’s first jetpack racing league is poised to take off in 2019

  28-12-2018 19:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Are you ready to enter the world of jetpack racing as a spectator sport? Jetpack Aviation recently carried out a pair of test flights to prove its concept. Check out what happened.
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• From Software has two new games in the works. Is ‘Bloodborne 2’ one of them?

  28-12-2018 19:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  From Software president Hidetaka Miyazaki recently revealed that the studio has two unannounced games in the works. This could point to Bloodborne 2, which fans have been asking for since the first released in 2015.
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• New gadget, now what? Tips to set up your new tech devices like a pro - USA TODAY

  28-12-2018 19:05
  New gadget, now what? Tips to set up your new tech devices like a pro  USA TODAYYou got the shiny new gadget you've been wanting, now what? Here are a few pro tips and tricks to get you up and running in no time.
  
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• 10 reasons for the blue sky explosion in New York City

  28-12-2018 18:52
  We’ve got the official explanation for why the sky went an unnatural blue last night in New York City. The Con Edison (NYC) electrical company’s explanation is the most feasible – that an electrical fire caused the whole mess. In our feature today we’d like to explain what really happened, first and foremost – then we’d like to explore some … Continue reading
  
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• ‘Destiny 2’: Where to find Xur for the weekend of December 28

  28-12-2018 18:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The weekly vendor in Destiny 2: Forsaken always brings Exotic weapons and armor, some of the toughest loot to find in the game. Here's everything you need to know to track down Xur: Where he is, when he shows up, and what he's stocking.
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• This $20 wearable aims to cut America’s opioid overdose epidemic

  28-12-2018 18:22
  As it seems like the opioid crisis here in the US keeps getting more severe, a new accessory may help curb the number of deaths associated with overdoses. Developed by students at Carnegie Mellon University and dubbed the HopeBand, this device is worn on the wrist and keeps watch for potential opioid overdoses by watching for decreases in blood oxygen … Continue reading
  
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• The best drone photos from around the world will take your breath away

  28-12-2018 18:04 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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• How to download Android 9 Pie for your phone now

  28-12-2018 17:43
  Samsung Galaxy S9 is the latest smartphone to get the newest update to Android – that’s Android 9 Pie. Today we’re going to check off all the marks for all the smartphones that have access to Android 9 Pie, starting with the Samsung Galaxy S9. Also in the mix – all sorts of ways you can GET the newest version … Continue reading
  
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• ‘The Elder Scrolls: The Official Cookbook’ invites you to feast on Tamriel’s dishes

  28-12-2018 17:42 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Bethesda will release The Elder Scrolls: The Official Cookbook in March, to allow fans of the series to bring the dishes of Tamriel into the real world. The cookbook will contain over 60 recipes, including the previewed Saltrice Porridge.
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• Google may start using SD cards to give Chromebooks more storage

  28-12-2018 17:34 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It is looking as though Chromebooks might soon get support for Android's adoptable storage via SD cards, allowing consumers to expand on the available internal memory on their systems.
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• Flow's best voted products of 2018 (most popular gadgets) - Gadget Flow

  28-12-2018 17:30
  Flow's best voted products of 2018 (most popular gadgets)  Gadget FlowWhich products top the charts this year? Check out our list of the best rated products of 2018 and let us know your favorites.
  
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• Special-edition McLaren 720S honors 50th anniversary of legendary racing victory

  28-12-2018 17:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The McLaren 720S Spa 68 commemorates the company's first Formula One victory, which paved the way for McLaren's success as a race team and builder of supercars. Just three of these bright orange beauties will be sold.
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• Show winter who’s boss with this Nissan Juke that rolls along on tank-like tracks

  28-12-2018 17:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Nissan has put a Juke on tank-like tracks to beat winter weather. Built for the 2017 Tokyo Auto Salon, the Juke Personalization Adventure concept loses its wheels and gains all-wheel drive to conquer anything Mother Nature can throw at it.
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• iPhone Battery Replacement Rush Is Real With Batteries In Short Supply

  28-12-2018 16:48
  December 31 is the last day for cheap iPhone battery replacements and in Mumbai at least, the rush is real.
  
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• Blizzard tries to rein in Overwatch Twitch chat

  28-12-2018 16:26
  Those who visit Twitch regularly know that Twitch chat is an interesting entity that can turn from rather subdued into toxic insanity at the drop of a hat. Most streamers keep their own chats relatively free of toxicity through things like moderation, bans, and word filters, but as the viewer count of a particular channel grows, it gets harder and … Continue reading
  
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• Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore 'Gaganyaan' project for manned space mission

  28-12-2018 16:23
  The Union Cabinet has approved Rs 10,000-crore "Gaganyaan Programme" that envisages two unmanned and one manned flights to the space.
  
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• 2018 Lincoln Navigator Review: Brash 3-row SUV royalty

  28-12-2018 16:11
  Big, lavish SUVs are big, money-making business right now, and little screams comfortable excess like the Lincoln Navigator. Two decades of the automaker’s burly people-carrier – punctuated with appearances in rap songs and spats with Cadillac’s Escalade – have seen it both grow-up and glow-up, but it’s with the arrival of the fourth-generation that the Navigator has truly reclaimed its … Continue reading
  
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• Digital Trends Live: Deepak Chopra, record Alexa sales, and data security

  28-12-2018 16:04 via digitaltrends.com
  
  "Technology is part of human evolution," Deepak Chopra posited on this episode of DT Live. We also discussed an Alexa outage in Europe, and chatted with Giri Sreenivas of Helm about online security, and with Dominique Courbin from Limbitless.
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• Do you need a high refresh gaming monitor?

  28-12-2018 16:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Do you need a 120Hz or 240Hz monitor? It's a question gamers and general PC practitioners should ask themselves when making their next upgrade. It can be expensive, but to some, it's a must-have feature.
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• Best Tech of 2018: Gadgets 360 Staff Pick Their Favourite Purchase of the Year - NDTV

  28-12-2018 15:55
  Best Tech of 2018: Gadgets 360 Staff Pick Their Favourite Purchase of the Year  NDTVGadgets 360 staff members bought a lot of gadgets, most notable of which were the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, Amazon Fire TV Stick, and Nintendo Switch — plus ...
  
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• Spider-Man PS4: The City That Never Sleeps DLC Review

  28-12-2018 15:51
  We played Spider-Man PS4: The City That Never Sleeps and its three chapters: The Heist, Turf Wars, and Silver Lining back to back to tell you if they're worth the price of admission. Here's what you need to know.
  
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• Best Tech of 2018: Gadgets 360 Staff Pick Their Favourite Purchase of the Year

  28-12-2018 15:50
  Gadgets 360 staff members bought a lot of gadgets, most notable of which were the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, Amazon Fire TV Stick, and Nintendo Switch — plus a bunch of not-so-mainstream picks.
  
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• You can no longer use the old Chrome UI, and that’s making some people mad

  28-12-2018 15:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The latest update to the popular web browser is disabling the ability to go back to an older user interface that predates Google's new Material Design language, and many consumers are furious.
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• Fake Alexa setup app for iOS taken down but could still be dangerous

  28-12-2018 15:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A fake iOS setup app for Amazon Alexa was removed from the iTunes store, after untold numbers of users downloaded it. If you downloaded One World Software's "Setup for Amazon Alexa," the best course of action is to delete it.
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• Tesla seeks employees to test its new Autopilot hardware

  28-12-2018 15:29
  Electric car company Tesla is looking for internal participants for its new Autopilot hardware, consisting of a new neural net computer that it claims would be the "world's most advanced computer for autonomous driving".
  
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• What the Tech? New gadgets and passwords - 69News WFMZ-TV

  28-12-2018 15:24
  What the Tech? New gadgets and passwords  69News WFMZ-TVIt's important people change the factory setting passwords on their internet-enabled devices.
  
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• Need a new computer? Here are the best laptop deals for December 2018

  28-12-2018 15:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Whether you need a new laptop for school or work or you're just doing some holiday shopping for a special someone, we've got you covered: These are the best laptop deals going right now, from discounted MacBooks to on-the-go gaming PCs.
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• The best heated jackets

  28-12-2018 15:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  These are the best heated jackets for keeping us warm and comfortable in the colder temperatures of winter, providing a surprisingly cosy experience powered only by a lightweight rechargeable USB battery pack.
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• Our Favorite Gizmodo Videos of 2018 

  28-12-2018 15:00 via gizmodo.com
  For years, tech and media companies big and small have been trying to pivot to video. In 2018, a lot of those pivots are turning into trips and falls. But not here at Gizmodo. We’re making videos about tripping and falling. Other stuff, too!Read more...
  
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• 5 things smartphone fans have to look forward to in 2019

  28-12-2018 15:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It has been a year of exceptional smartphones, with stylish designs aplenty, and increasingly impressive camera performance. We expect more of the same in 2019. Here are five trends set to hit the smartphone mainstream.
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