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• The new Chromium-based Microsoft Edge for Mac has leaked. Here’s how to get it

  07-05-2019 23:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Chromium-based Microsoft Edge browser for MacOS was leaked this week on Twitter. If you just can't wait for the official release, here's how to download the leaked version of the forthcoming Edge browser for Mac.
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• Scientists create training game to divert consumers from sugar

  07-05-2019 23:32
  Researchers with Drexel University created a game designed to train adults on making better food choices when it comes to added sugar. American adults consume too much sugar and that’s a major health risk, but not everyone has the awareness or willpower necessary to make better choices. The new game works by presenting players with a variety of food and … Continue reading
  
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• Google’s Nest Hub Max smart display hopes to to take on the Echo Show

  07-05-2019 23:18 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google revealed the Google Nest Hub Max, a smart display that is powered by the Google Assistant. The device with a 10-inch screen with a built-in video camera and facial recognition will retail for $229.
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• Insurance companies gathering data from wearable gadgets - Newstalk ZB

  07-05-2019 23:17
  Insurance companies gathering data from wearable gadgets  Newstalk ZBHow would you feel about life insurance companies using your fitness data to decide how much insurance you pay? Insurance companies are starting to use ...
  
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• Google Assistant, Smart Home Gadgets Get Smarter - PCMag

  07-05-2019 23:09
  Google Assistant, Smart Home Gadgets Get Smarter  PCMagThe Google Assistant is getting smarter, and more connected, thanks to new technologies unveiled at Google I/O 2019, and coming soon to a voice assistant ...
  
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• Digital Trends Live: Google I/O Conference preview, Android Q, and more

  07-05-2019 23:02 via digitaltrends.com
  
  On this episode of DT Live, we discuss midrange Pixel devices, a Microsoft Build '19 recap, Alexa's rollout into 60,000 devices, Samsung's cancellation of the Fold, and a preview of the live Google I/O watch party.
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• Nest Hub Max: Hands-on with this camera-clad display

  07-05-2019 22:59
  Google revealed the Next Home Hub today, and with it, they re-shuffled their branding for smart home products. Now we’ve got a bigger Nest Hub Max (with 10-inch screen) and the smaller Nest Hub. This larger device is akin to a device released before, by Google, albeit without the camera. This device is sort of like a tablet mounted on … Continue reading
  
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• Android Q and midrange Pixels: Here’s everything we saw at Google I/O 2019

  07-05-2019 22:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Well that's all she wrote folks. Google I/O 2019's keynote is over, and with it, we know the major announcements for this part of the year. From all-new Pixel phones, to more Android Q, here's everything we saw.
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• Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL: How to buy Google’s latest smartphones

  07-05-2019 22:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google finally unveiled the new Google Pixel 3 and Google Pixel 3 XL, arguably the best Android phones currently available. Now that they're official, you might be wondering how to get them for yourself.
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• The complete Xbox Play Anywhere games list

  07-05-2019 22:37 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Xbox Play Anywhere is a neat program that helps to connect the Xbox One and PC. With a single purchase, you can enjoy select games on both Xbox One and PC with cross-save, achievement syncing, and even cross-platform multiplayer.
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• Arsenic in drinking water may cause heart thickening in young adults

  07-05-2019 22:31
  Arsenic in drinking water may lead to thickening of the heart in young adults, according to a new study. The research, which was recently published in an American Heart Association journal, found that the thickening impacted the heart’s main pumping chamber, leaving young adults at risk for future cardiac health issues. Though municipal water supplies found in cities are regulated … Continue reading
  
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• Uber and Lyft drivers are striking all over the globe tomorrow. Here’s why

  07-05-2019 22:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  As Uber prepares for its IPO later this week, drivers are sending a clear message that they're unhappy by participating in a planned strike on Wednesday. As a result, there's a good chance that in some areas, using rideshare might be expensive if not very difficult.
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• Uber and Lyft drivers are striking all over the globe today. Here’s why

  07-05-2019 22:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  As Uber prepares for its IPO later this week, drivers are sending a clear message that they're unhappy by participating in a planned strike on Wednesday. As a result, there's a good chance that in some areas, using rideshare might be expensive if not very difficult.
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• Google goes all-in on Nest with a total rebrand of its smart home devices

  07-05-2019 22:27 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Nest is now Google Nest, which represents Alphabet's smart home products. Users will definitely notice some changes, as they'll be prompted to migrate their Google accounts to their Nest apps. There's also some IFTTT trouble ahead.
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• 10 Best Gadgets for People Who Love Butter - Reader's Digest

  07-05-2019 22:25
  10 Best Gadgets for People Who Love Butter  Reader's DigestWe've rounded up ten gadget-y gifts for the butter lover in your life—and where to find 'em. You "butter" start shopping!
  
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• Google Maps will let you enter Incognito Mode and it won’t store your data

  07-05-2019 22:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google now allows users to manage how long Google stores their data, and the company added an Incognito Mode to Maps. When that feature is active, location information won't be stored to your Google account.
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• Android Q Beta 3 With Dark Theme Announced, New Features Revealed, and More From I/O 2019

  07-05-2019 22:14
  Android Q Beta 3 was announced at Google I/O 2019, and new Android features were also detailed.
  
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• Walmart drops deals on Fitbit Versa and Charge 3 smartwatches for Mother’s Day

  07-05-2019 22:13 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Is your mother trying to get in better shape this summer, and looking for a fitness tracker? If so, Walmart has just dropped some great deals on three Fitbit models, saving you as much as $30 on the Fitbit Alta, Versa smartwatch, and Charge 3.
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• Google Pixel 3a hands-on (with XL in tow)

  07-05-2019 21:52
  Our first impressions of the Google Pixel 3a are going to be short – there’s not a lot to say about this phone that’s not already been said about the Google Pixel 3 proper. Both the Google Pixel 3a and 3a XL are very, very similar to their predecessors. They’re made by the same people, they run the same software, … Continue reading
  
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• Amazon slashes the Microsoft Surface Pro 6, our favorite 2-in-1, to under $800

  07-05-2019 21:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you’ve been shopping for a tablet and don’t want to give up the convenience of Windows, then now might be the time: The Microsoft Surface Pro 6 just dropped to less than $800 on Amazon, one of the lowest prices we’ve seen so far.
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• Microsoft could make gaming more accessible with this Xbox controller patent

  07-05-2019 21:37 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft continues to invest in the experiences of differently abled players. This particular patent details an Xbox controller equipped with a Braille display and haptic paddles that can be rearranged.
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• Chromecast vs. Roku Streaming Stick Plus vs. Fire TV Stick 4K

  07-05-2019 21:34 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Which streaming stick reigns supreme? We pit the Chromecast and Chromecast Ultra against the Roku Premiere Plus, Roku Streaming Stick Plus, and the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K to help you decide which one belongs in your living room.
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• Google Pixel 3a XL vs Pixel 3 XL vs Pixel 2 XL: Which big Pixel is best for you?

  07-05-2019 21:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you're wondering what Google has done to trim down the price for the new Pixel 3a XL, then we have the answers right here. Find out exactly what this phone's made of as we compare it to the Pixel 3 XL and the Pixel 2 XL.
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• Google Nest consolidates smart home products under single brand

  07-05-2019 21:30
  Google brought Nest back into the fold last year, and now it has announced that the smart home brand is being rebranded as Google Nest. The decision was announced during the Google I/O 2019 keynote today, marking the latest change for Nest. Before being absorbed into Google, Nest existed as a separate company under Alphabet. The rebrand joins Google’s announcement … Continue reading
  
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• Google Assistant Becoming 10 Times Faster, Duplex for Web, and More I/O Announcements

  07-05-2019 21:20
  Google showcased the next-generation Google Assistant, Assistant driving mode, Assistant support in Waze, a more personal Assistant, and more at Google I/O 2019. Additionally, Google also revealed that it is bringing Assistant’s Duplex feature to the Web.
  
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• As AR heads to Google search, Lens learns to translate, add tips, and more

  07-05-2019 21:14 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google Lens can soon help you decide what to eat by scanning the menu, then calculate the tip with one look at the receipt. Translation options are also expanding for Lens, while augmented reality tools will be built into search results.
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• Ricoh GR III review

  07-05-2019 21:13 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Ricoh GR III puts a large, APS-C sensor inside a camera body that's barely bigger than a point-and-shoot. Combined with a stunning 28mm f/2.8 lens, it offers a shooting experience as easy as your phone, but with much better results.
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• Living with gadgets without IT support - Business Daily

  07-05-2019 21:02
  Living with gadgets without IT support  Business DailyWe all need to learn how to operate a wide range of technical equipment.
  
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• Nest vs. Ecobee: Which one is the better smart thermostat?

  07-05-2019 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Ever wonder how the Nest Learning Thermostat stacks up against the ecobee4? From cost to voice-assistant integration, we break down the features of both devices to help you make a decision for yourself.
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• Live transcription and captioning in Android are a boon to the hearing-impaired

  07-05-2019 20:56
  A set of new features for Android could alleviate some of the difficulties of living with hearing impairment and other conditions. Live transcription, captioning, and relay use speech recognition and synthesis to make content on your phone more accessible — in real time.
  Announced today at Google’sI/O event in a surprisingly long segment on accessibility, the features all rely on improved speech-to-text and text-to-speech algorithms, some of which now run on-device rather than sendin
  
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• Get $200 off the Fujifilm X-T3 kit, one of the best cameras you can buy

  07-05-2019 20:55 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We're big fans of the Fujifilm X-T3, and we're also big fans of saving money. So when we saw you could save $200 on the X-T3 kit with the XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 stabilized lens, we figured you'd want to know about it.
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• Three more Star Wars films receive a release date, Avatar gets a delay

  07-05-2019 20:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Disney revised its feature film release schedule following its acquisition of 21st Century Fox, revealing the future of properties like Star Wars, Marvel, Avatar, Indiana Jones, and more.
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• Google Pixel 3a: First impressions - Gadgets Now

  07-05-2019 20:52
  Google Pixel 3a: First impressions  Gadgets NowFor a while now, Google has been betting big on its camera capabilities in its Pixel smartphones to take on the likes of Apple, Samsung and Huawei among ...
  
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• Next-generation Google Assistant runs in real time on your phone

  07-05-2019 20:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We got an exciting sneak peek at the next-generation Google Assistant that will run on local phones, enabling swift responses to your requests without the need for a network connection. There's also a new Driving Mode and more.
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• Google Pixel 3a, Pixel 3a XL With Snapdragon 670 SoC Launched at I/O 2019: Price in India, Specifications

  07-05-2019 20:38
  Google Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL price in India has been announced alongside the smartphones' release date and specifications.
  
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• Data rests with users but must flow free: IBM India

  07-05-2019 20:38
  As the data localisation debate heats up in India, the consumers.
  
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• Here's how AI may be able to detect depression in children

  07-05-2019 20:32
  Scientists have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) system that can detect signs of anxiety and depression in the speech patterns of young children.
  
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• The Google Pixel 3a is a slap in the face for people who bought the Pixel 3

  07-05-2019 20:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google’s Pixels are known for their strong software and cameras, but the price of the Pixel 3 was hard to stomach. Enter the Pixel 3a, phones that give you the best of the Pixel 3 at just half the price. Why should you pay more?
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• Here’s where you can buy the Google Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL

  07-05-2019 20:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Google Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL smartphones are finally here, offering Google's smart machine learning and artificial intelligence at an affordable price. Want the Google Pixel 3a for yourself? Here's where you can.
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• Google’s Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL are official: Here’s everything you need to know

  07-05-2019 20:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are considered to be two of the best Android smartphones, but it looks like Google could be prepping a midrange line. Say hello to the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL.
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• Google Pixel 3a vs Pixel 3a XL: What’s the difference and which best suits you?

  07-05-2019 20:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you're tempted by Google's affordable phone duo, we don't blame you, but the question is: Which one do you go for? Find out how the Google Pixel 3a and 3a XL measure up as we compare them and point out the differences.
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• At half the price, how does the Pixel 3a camera stack up to the Google Pixel 3?

  07-05-2019 20:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google's Pixel 3 is the reigning king of smartphone photography, particularly in the U.S., where the Huawei P30 Pro isn't available. But now you can get the same Pixel 3 camera experience at half the price with Google's Pixel 3a.
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• Google Pixel 3a XL Purpleish Unboxing and First Look Compared To Pixel 3 XL

  07-05-2019 20:29 via youtube.com
  
  
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• Google Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL review

  07-05-2019 20:29 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL are Google’s latest phones, and their key selling point is that they bring the same exact software and camera experience from the Pixel 3 and 3 XL to a much lower price point -- $399 and $479.
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• Best Buy cuts prices on air fryers from Ninja Foodi, Cuisinart, Philips, more

  07-05-2019 20:27 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Best Buy dropped air fryer prices on best-selling models from Power, Ninja, Cuisinart, and more. Air frying is a healthier way to prepare fried food than with a deep-fryer or a pan with lots of oil. Air fryers use little or no oil to cook.
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• Google I/O 2019: Search to Get AR Results, Lens Coming to Google Go, and More

  07-05-2019 20:23
  Google Search and Google Lens announcements were made at the Google I/O 2019 keynote on Tuesday.
  
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• Google renames Home Hub to the Nest Hub and releases a 10-inch Nest Hub Max

  07-05-2019 20:21
  The Home Hub has been a hit for Google,eclipsed only by the Mini in its smart home hardware line. That’s for good reason, of course. The device is the ideal size and priced well, making it a minimally invasive device for a living room or kitchen. Among other things, it marked a great alternative to the bulky Echo Show. And now it’s called the NestHub.
  Today at Google I/O Google announced a shift in its smart home device brands. Everything will be under a Nest banner starting with ren
  
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• Google announces Nest Hub Max, consolidates smart home gadgets under the Nest brand - BGR

  07-05-2019 20:19
  Google announces Nest Hub Max, consolidates smart home gadgets under the Nest brand  BGRToday at Google's I/O 2019 keynote the company announced a new upgrade for some of its most important smart home products. Positioning its new products as ...
  
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• Forget ice! This off-grid cooler uses the sun’s rays to chill your food

  07-05-2019 19:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It sounds a bit crazy, but a new off-grid cooler called GoSun Chill uses the sun to keep your drinks and food cold. The hotter the day, the better. Here's how you can get your hands on one.
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• 5 Best Coffee Gadgets To Aid Your Travels - Nerd's Magazine

  07-05-2019 19:57
  5 Best Coffee Gadgets To Aid Your Travels  Nerd's MagazineFinding the right coffee spot as you head out for your travels as well as brewing your own cup can be quite the feat to accomplish.
  
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