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• Ford’s Transit Custom Nugget lines up against the Volkswagen California

  25-01-2019 23:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Ford announced a camper van outfitted by Westfalia for the European market. Buyers can order the Transit Custom Nugget directly through Ford dealers with one of two wheelbases and a fixed or folding roof.
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• Save big on these multicookers that make great Instant Pot alternatives

  25-01-2019 23:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  While Instant Pot might be the brand we hear the most about, there are a number of alternative multicookers that offer features, capabilities, and price points that meet and beat the more recognizable name brand.
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• Bryan Cranston might return as Walter White for the ‘Breaking Bad’ movie

  25-01-2019 23:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  AMC is developing a Breaking Bad movie based on the award-winning television series, with show creator Vince Gilligan overseeing the project and series stars like Aaron Paul and Bryan Cranston rumored to return.
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• Free, lightweight PUBG Lite variant for budget PCs enters beta testing

  25-01-2019 23:45
  The less demanding, totally free-to-player version of PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, PUBG Lite, has entered beta testing. This standalone version of the game was previously revealed as a lightweight alternative to the current, full version of the battle royale shooter. In an announcement today, PUBG Corp. revealed that it has started beta testing “Lite,” but most players won’t have access to it. … Continue reading
  
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• The best gaming monitors for 2019

  25-01-2019 23:17 via digitaltrends.com
  
  What are the best gaming monitors you can buy right now? We select five that are all priced under $900 packing premium technologies like G-SYNC and FreeSync, high resolutions, and fast refresh rates.
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• Latest leaked LG G8 ThinQ renderings examined

  25-01-2019 23:02
  The LG G8 ThinQ seems to have leaked in its entirety, front, back, and side to side. This leaves a bit of mystery about what the top and bottom hold for secrets, but this is basically it. This device looks like it’ll have a couple of slightly curved glass front sides, up and down volume buttons and an Assistant button … Continue reading
  
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• Fortnite Heavy Shotgun bug lets players shoot through walls

  25-01-2019 22:53
  Walls won’t protect you from this Fortnite Heavy Shotgun bug. The issue came to light on the FortniteBR subreddit, where a user revealed how an opponent was able to eliminate him through a brick wall by exploiting a tricky downward-angle shot after the wall had been placed. Additional experiments revealed that the trick can be replicated. Fortnite features three different … Continue reading
  
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• Google I/O 2019 will take place at a familiar time and at a predictable locale

  25-01-2019 22:33 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google has taken the wraps off of the dates and location for Google I/O 2019. The event is set to take place from May 7 to 9 at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California. The event will likely be where Google unveils Android Q.
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• Zac Efron is Ted Bundy in ‘Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile’ trailer

  25-01-2019 22:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Zac Efron plays notorious serial killer Ted Bundy in the first trailer for Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile, a drama from the director of Netflix's Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes.
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• ‘Fortnite’ Ice Storm challenges: Destroy an ice shard in different matches

  25-01-2019 22:02 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Fortnite Ice Storm limited time event is going on right now, offering plenty of new challenges and rewards for players in Battle Royale. One of the new challenges tasks players with finding and destroying Fortnite ice shards. We show you where to find these right here so you can complete it.
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• Nokia 3.1 Plus vs. Moto E5 Plus: Battle of the big screen budget phones

  25-01-2019 22:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you're in the market for a budget phone and you want something with a big screen, then you need to check out the Nokia 3.1 Plus and the Moto E5 Plus. But which is better? We compare the two in various categories here and pick a winner.
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• Virgin Galactic taps Under Armour to design next-gen space apparel

  25-01-2019 21:59
  Virgin Galactic has tapped Under Armour to create the spacewear that’ll be used by its astronauts, the companies have announced. Under Armour is the aerospace company’s exclusive “technical spacewear partner,” and as such it will be tasked with designing and fabricating spacesuits for both pilots and passengers. As well, Virgin Galactic will have Under Armour make the uniforms for its … Continue reading
  
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• ‘Anthem’ demo servers are facing technical issues and players aren’t happy

  25-01-2019 21:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The VIP demo for Anthem is available now for those subscribed to EA's membership programs and those who pre-ordered the game, but fans aren't happy with the state of the game's servers.
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• Cortana integrates with Microsoft To-Do to ensure maximum productivity

  25-01-2019 21:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft's To-Do app is officially picking up support for Cortana, allowing people to leverage the Microsoft virtual assistant to manage their reminders, tasks, and more to help them remain on schedule.
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• Spotify subscribers may have been hacked to stream fake ‘mysterycore’ artists

  25-01-2019 21:27 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In late 2018, a number of Spotify subscribers noticed that their accounts had played bands they had never heard of, making their top streamed artists of the year into an odd list of mystery bands.
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• Pre-order ‘Anthem’ at Walmart to receive a free $10 gift card

  25-01-2019 21:27 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you're interested in pre-ordering the new BioWare game Anthem, consider doing it at Walmart. The retailer is offering a $10 digital gift card with pre-orders on both Xbox and PS4.
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• New iPad mini and entry-level iPad are around the corner

  25-01-2019 21:10
  Applehas registered new iPad models in the Eurasian Economic Commission reference database. The Moscow-based commission keeps a product database pretty much like the FCC in the U.S. And it sounds like Apple is about to launch a new iPad mini 5 and an updated entry-level iPad.
  That database has shown information on new Apple products in the past — MySmartPrice first discovered today’s new filings. There are two different filings that both mention new tablets that run iOS 12.
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• HMD brings Nokia phones to Verizon, Cricket Wireless, and Rogers

  25-01-2019 21:02
  HMD Global has announced new deals with Cricket Wireless, Verizon, and Canada’s Rogers wireless providers. Under these deals, HMD will offer Nokia phones in the US and Canada directly through carriers, kicking things off with the Nokia 3.1 Plus for Cricket and Nokia 2 V for Verizon. The carrier collaboration joins HMD’s online sales, which have taken place through Amazon, … Continue reading
  
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• Reelgood’s universal streaming guide is coming to millions of smart TVs

  25-01-2019 20:54 via digitaltrends.com
  
  By 2020 it's expected that almost half of the smart TVs in the U.S. will have the Reelgood app installed on their home screens. With a content guide that includes over 52 services, this might be the only app you'll ever need.
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• Sprint’s 5G rollout: Everything you need to know about it

  25-01-2019 20:37 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Sprint is building its next-gen 5G network in preparation for a 2019 rollout, but it's taking a decidedly different approach than some of its competitors, including Verizon and AT&T. Here's everything you need to know.
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• Google IO 2019 conference details revealed in coded messages

  25-01-2019 20:30
  Today we’re taking a peek at the coded messages Google’s sent with regard to its 2019 Google I/O developers conference. The conference will be taking place on May 7th, 8th, and 9th, 2019, at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, CA. Those are the basic details – from there it gets interesting. Above you’ll see the official #IO19 event logo. … Continue reading
  
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• T-Mobile launches 600 MHz Coolpad Surf hotspot

  25-01-2019 20:27
  While many of us are looking forward to the broader roll out of mobile 5G, T-Mobile is turning our attention back to its 600 MHz LTE. T-Mobile’s 600 MHz network got its first hotspot today, dubbed the Coolpad Surf. As silly as the name may sound, this could actually be a useful tool for those in rural areas who rely … Continue reading
  
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• The upcoming version of Windows 10 could be named the April 2019 Update

  25-01-2019 20:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Previous Windows 10 releases have had unique names, but a new rumor suggests that this year's first big Windows 10 update, currently codenamed 19H1, could officially be called the April 2019 Update. 
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• Jaguar is creating a language so autonomous cars can talk to pedestrians

  25-01-2019 19:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Jaguar wants to teach autonomous cars how to talk to pedestrians. After testing creepy eyes, it has switched to a technology which beams light bars on the ground that move to signal the car is stopping, turning, or accelerating.
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• Why Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram cross-service encryption can’t happen

  25-01-2019 19:51
  The proof is in the pudding when it comes to suggested end-to-end encryption of a single messaging system between Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Today a statement from Facebook suggests that they’re “working on making more of our messaging products end-to-end encrypted and considering ways to make it easier to reach friends and family across networks.” But it’s not that sentence … Continue reading
  
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• HMD’s Nokia phones arrive on Verizon and Cricket, without Google’s Android One

  25-01-2019 19:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  HMD is ramping up its presence in North America for its Nokia phones, and that starts with three key carrier partnerships. The Nokia 2V is coming to Verizon, the Nokia 3.1 Plus to Cricket Wireless, and Rogers gets the Nokia 2.1.
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• Fortnite Ice Storm challenges: Destroy ranged ice fiends and golden ice brutes

  25-01-2019 19:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Fortnite Ice Storm challenges are going strong right now in Fortnite Battle Royale. In this guide, we go over where to find both the Golden Ice Brutes and the Ranged Ice Fiends. In addition, we let you know how to best destroy them to complete the challenge and reap those chilly rewards.
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• Fortnite Ice Storm challenges: Destroy golden ice brutes and ranged ice fiends

  25-01-2019 19:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Fortnite Ice Storm challenges are going strong right now in Fortnite Battle Royale. In this guide, we go over where to find both the Golden Ice Brutes and the Ranged Ice Fiends. In addition, we let you know how to best destroy them to complete the challenge and reap those chilly rewards.
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• ‘Anthem’ demo servers are already full and players aren’t happy

  25-01-2019 19:35 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The VIP demo for Anthem is available now for those subscribed to EA's membership programs and those who pre-ordered the game, but fans aren't happy with the state of the game's servers.
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• Few Twitter users spreading most fake news, says study

  25-01-2019 19:32
  A small fraction of the vast Twitter user base is spreading majority of the fake news, with conservatives and older people sharing misinformation more, according to a study of over 16,000 US Twitter accounts.
  
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• Facebook wants to merge messaging in Messenger, WhatsApp, and Instagram

  25-01-2019 19:22 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook is reportedly planning on merging messaging services in Messenger, WhatsApp, and Instagram. The goal seems to be to allow users to message each other no matter what platform they are using. The change is planned for 2020.
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• Save big on a new Smart TV with these massive Vizio 4K TV deals

  25-01-2019 19:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Ahead of the big game on Sunday, a handful of the our favorite Vizio P-Series 4K smart TVs are on sale. If you want to upgrade your home theater (or you're using the excuse that you're hosting the party to upgrade to 4K), these Vizio P-Series 4K TV deals can save you up to $600.
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• FCC’s Net Neutrality kill didn’t increase broadband investment

  25-01-2019 19:06
  There’s good news and there’s bad news when it comes to the fallout after the FCC’s kill of Net Neutrality. We expected the worst – that internet providers would start making companies pay for fast lanes and that lower-class content would get caught behind throttled speed internet. That didn’t happen – or at least it didn’t happen to the degree … Continue reading
  
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• Tivo’s streaming apps will be limited to lower-quality video at launch

  25-01-2019 18:55 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Tivo announced that it would be adding streaming apps for major platforms like Apple TV, Roku, Android TV, and Fire TV, but now we have news that these apps will face video quality limitations of 720p/30fps when they arrive.
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• ‘Destiny 2’: Where to find Xur for the weekend of January 25

  25-01-2019 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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• Microsoft takes $200 off select Surface Pro 6 models for a limited time

  25-01-2019 18:44 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Looking to save some money? The Microsoft online store is currently discounting select models the latest Surface Pro 6 Windows 10 2-in-1 by $200, but only through February 3 and while supplies last.
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• Nintendo president: Switch isn’t getting cheaper any time soon

  25-01-2019 18:41
  Those of you who want a Switch but have been holding out hope for a price cut might just want to go ahead and buy one. Nintendo’s still somewhat new president has confirmed that there aren’t any Switch price cuts on the horizon, so it’ll be staying at its current price of $300 for the foreseeable future. On top of … Continue reading
  
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• Galaxy S10 event: All the Samsung devices we expect

  25-01-2019 17:55
  The Samsung Galaxy S10 event coming up in February will have more than just a few smartphones on its roster. Today we’re taking a look at the a tablet, a pair of wearables, three Galaxy S10 smartphone models, a pair of earbuds, and a foldable display device. These devices will likely be shown throughout the event’s keynote address, the primary … Continue reading
  
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• Netflix vs. Hulu vs. Amazon Prime: Battle of the on-demand streaming giants

  25-01-2019 17:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Trying to figure out which subscription streaming service to use while sticking to a frugal entertainment budget? Check out our updated comparison of the big three: Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, and Hulu.
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• Sonos headphones could target Sony and Bose with smart speaker tech

  25-01-2019 17:40
  Sonos plans to launch a set of premium headphones to expand its footprint – and its virtual assistant integrations – beyond the home, according to reports this week. The headphones would be Sonos’ first completely wireless product, after it built a reputation for easy to install and straightforward to use streaming speakers and multi-room audio. That system has added integration … Continue reading
  
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• Overwatch gets a permanent price cut beginning today

  25-01-2019 17:15
  Overwatch‘s Year of the Pig in-game event kicks off today, and to go along with it, Blizzard has apparently decided to drop the game’s price. This isn’t some kind of sale to promote Year of the Pig either, as Blizzard says in today’s announcement that these price cuts are permanent. If you’ve held out on buying Overwatch this long, it … Continue reading
  
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• Zuckerberg Plans to Integrate WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook Messenger: Report

  25-01-2019 17:05
  Facebook is still in the early stages of the work and plans to complete it by the end of this year or in early 2020, the report said.
  
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• Mark Zuckerberg Plans to Integrate WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook Messenger: Report

  25-01-2019 17:05
  Facebook is still in the early stages of the work and plans to complete it by the end of this year or in early 2020, the report said.
  
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• To bring Nokia phones to U.S. carriers, HMD puts Android One in the back seat

  25-01-2019 17:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  HMD is ramping up its presence in North America for its Nokia phones, and that starts with three key carrier partnerships. The Nokia 2V is coming to Verizon, the Nokia 3.1 Plus to Cricket Wireless, and Rogers gets the Nokia 2.1.
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• WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook Messenger unification is Zuckerberg’s new obsession

  25-01-2019 16:51
  Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and Instagram messaging will be joined together, as the social network pulls together the various apps and services it owns. The shift will present a considerable architectural challenge for Facebook engineers, though the expectation is that – at least initially – end-users won’t necessarily see any difference. It’s a marked shift in Facebook’s strategy for WhatsApp and … Continue reading
  
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• Fall-detection technology and 3 home gadgets that will improve your life - TODAY

  25-01-2019 16:32
  Fall-detection technology and 3 home gadgets that will improve your life  TODAYThese three products will change up any home, blending technology and convenience.
  
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• Watch Arsenal vs. Manchester United for free with this ESPN+ trial offer

  25-01-2019 16:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you've been keeping up with the FA cup and are hoping to watch Arsenal vs. Manchester United, ESPN+ is offering a 7-day free trial to help you stream the match live. Kickoff is Friday, January 25.
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• A Resident Evil television series is reportedly coming to Netflix

  25-01-2019 16:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Resident Evil game series will reportedly be coming to Netflix. According to Deadline, it will be produced by the same company behind the live-action Resident Evil film series.
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• Nintendo is restarting ‘Metroid Prime 4’ development with Retro Studios

  25-01-2019 16:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Nintendo has decided to completely restart development of Metroid Prime 4 after being dissatisfied with the game's current state. It will now be developed by Retro Studios, creators of the first three games.
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• Nintendo restarts Metroid Prime 4 development from scratch

  25-01-2019 16:16
  Those who are looking forward to Metroid Prime 4 received some bad news today, as Nintendo has announced that it’s essentially starting development on the game from the beginning. Metroid Prime 4 was first revealed for the Nintendo Switch at E3 2017, so a lot of work is being scrapped with this decision. That, unfortunately, means that we’ll likely have … Continue reading
  
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