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• Fortnite Trios Cash Cup tournament will include new spectating option

  12-07-2019 23:53
  This weekend will bring the Fortnite Trios Cash Cup, a tournament taking place on July 13 and July 14 that was first teased in late June. The top teams will win cash prizes from the global prize pool and all signs point toward another fun Fortnite esports event. As the clock ticks down to the start of the Semi-Finals, Epic … Continue reading
  
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• These robo-ants can work together in swarms to navigate tricky terrain

  12-07-2019 23:43
  While the agility of a Spot or Atlas robot is something to behold, there’s a special merit reserved for tiny, simple robots that work not as a versatile individual but as an adaptable group. These “tribots” are built on the model of ants, and like them can work together to overcome obstacles with teamwork.
  Developed by EPFL and Osaka University, tribots are tiny, light and simple, moving more like inchworms than ants, but able to fling themselves up and forward if necessary. Th
  
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• Asus ZenBook S13 UX392 review

  12-07-2019 23:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Asus ZenBook S13 is one of the smallest 14-inch class laptops around, and it’s the “world’s slimmest laptop with MX150 graphics.” That’s not just hyperbole – this is a strong performer in a tiny package.
  
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• Fortnite views on Twitch fall, Apex Legends misses top 10 games played

  12-07-2019 22:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Fortnite continues to reign as the top game being played on Twitch but non-gaming content continues to rise. Stream Elements' livestreaming report also showed that the top streamer crown continues to elude Ninja.
  
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• Amazon Prime Day is a dirty trick

  12-07-2019 22:56
  It’s that time again, the “Amazon Prime Day” sale, the (two days) of the year when Amazon suggests it has its best deals of the year. Amazon will re-organize its front page to promote the products that companies agreed to push, and Amazon makes a boat-load of money. They’ll use every trick in the book to make it seem like … Continue reading
  
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• United Airlines cancels another 5,000 Boeing 737 Max flights

  12-07-2019 22:55
  United Airlines has announced that it cancelled thousands of additional flights involving the Boeing 737 Max, covering around 2,100 flights that were scheduled for September and another 2,900 for October. The airliner has a fleet that includes 14 of these Boeing jets, which were grounded following two deadly crashes involving the 737 Max model. United had previously removed the Boeing … Continue reading
  
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• The FTC will hit Facebook with a $5 billion fine over privacy violations

  12-07-2019 22:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook has agreed to a $5 billion settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over its numerous “privacy missteps." Once it goes through, this would be the largest FTC fine for a major technology company – and a huge chunk of cash for the world’s biggest social network.
  
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• Amazon shaves $100 off Samsung Galaxy S9 ahead of Prime Day 2019

  12-07-2019 22:18 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you're looking for a deal on a high-end smartphone with a headphone jack, then your search might as well be over with the Samsung Galaxy S9. Amazon shaved $100 off its list price of $600 and is currently selling under $500.
  
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• Netflix original hit ‘Mindhunter’ returns with season two in August

  12-07-2019 22:03
  Mindhunter, a budding original hit that Netflix first premiered in late 2017, is finally getting a second season, the company has announced. Fans can expect the next batch of episodes to arrive in mid-August, bringing them another 10 episodes following the work of two FBI agents as they seek to unravel the mysteries of the serial killer mindset. Mindhunter is … Continue reading
  
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• Latest Pokemon Sword and Shield trailer is all about Pokemon battles

  12-07-2019 22:02
  Game Freak and The Pokemon Company have delivered more gameplay footage from Pokemon Sword and Shield, this time in the form of a Japanese TV spot. This latest batch of gameplay footage is all about Pokemon battles, and though we see some familiar shots – particularly of Pokemon roaming Galar’s Wild Area – there’s also some new stuff we haven’t … Continue reading
  
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• The best Micro Four Thirds lenses for 2019

  12-07-2019 22:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Micro Four Thirds format spans multiple manufacturers -- most notably Panasonic and Olympus -- giving users a wealth of options. From all around zooms to budget lenses, here are the best Micro Four Thirds lenses.
  
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• IIT-Roorkee to work on energy efficiency with Powergrid Corp

  12-07-2019 21:57
  The MoU targets to bring together academic and industry/corporate prowess, in building efficient, reliable and low-cost energy systems
  
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• Huawei calls on US to remove it from security blacklist

  12-07-2019 21:57
  The chairman of Huawei said Friday the Chinese tech giant has yet to see any benefit from President Donald Trump's promise to allow US.
  
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• Samsung and Lenovo Chromebooks get some sneaky pre-Prime Day discounts 

  12-07-2019 21:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Chromebooks have slowly but surely become a big part of the affordable laptop market.Now, ahead of Amazon Prime Day, the Samsung Pro Chromebook has been discounted down to just $467, and the Lenovo Chromebook C330 is now just $250.
  
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• Sony Xperia 1 review

  12-07-2019 21:53 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Sony’s Xperia 1 smartphone is svelte, tall, modern, and powerful. The 21:9 aspect ratio means you get a cinematic viewing experience. It’s too bad there are several other shortcomings, such as a lackluster camera.
  
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• Digital Trends Live: Alexa-enabled robot, Facebook plays poker, and more

  12-07-2019 21:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  On this episode of DT Live, we discuss the top trending tech stories of the day, including Amazon’s Alexa-enabled robot, Facebook’s A.I. poker player, a bike lane delivery robot, Minecraft Earth, and more.
  
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• How to get the Bad Juju exotic pulse rifle in Destiny 2

  12-07-2019 21:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Bad Juju is a fan-favorite exotic pulse rifle makes its return from the original Destiny. To get your hands on this nice piece of weaponry, check out our Destiny 2 guide which walks you through how to get it.
  
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• Amazon drops a deal on the Samsung Galaxy Tab E ahead of Prime Day

  12-07-2019 21:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Amazon Prime Day officially kicks on July 15, but Amazon is now offering a $33 discount on the Samsung Galaxy Tab E 9.6-inches Wi-Fi tablet. Get your own today for a great price of only $167 from its original price of $200.
  
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• Green plants at home have surprising effect on junk food cravings

  12-07-2019 21:10
  Exposure to greenery, such as a walk in the park or afternoon spent working in a garden, has been linked to multiple potential health benefits over the years, including reduced blood pressure. A new study out of the University of Plymouth has found another possible health benefit related to green plants: a reduction in cravings for junk food, alcohol and … Continue reading
  
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• Nintendo Switch vs. Switch Lite: Does portability compete with versatility?

  12-07-2019 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Nintendo recently announced the new Switch Lite console, a handheld-only version of the original Switch. When comparing Nintendo Switch vs. Switch Lite, which differences should you know?
  
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• Acer Swift 3 13 vs. Asus ZenBook 13 UX333

  12-07-2019 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  There are a growing number of 13-inch laptops that provide great performance, build quality, and battery life at increasingly affordable prices. Our favorite is the Asus ZenBook 13, but can it be challenged by the Acer Swift 3?
  
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• Hulu brought back 4K streaming, but a big piece of the puzzle is still missing

  12-07-2019 20:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Roughly a year after 4K content disappeared from Hulu, Ultra HD streams are back. But the new content is highly limited, necessitates a very specific set of hardware, and even then, a missing feature means it won't look as good as Netflix or Amazon.
  
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• A new phishing scam targets Amazon users just in time for Prime Day

  12-07-2019 20:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Security researchers at McAfee say that hackers have released a do-it-yourself kit that allows people to easily put together phishing scams targeting Amazon users -- just in time for Prime Day.
  
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• Epic tells Fortnite players to hold off on iOS 13 beta for now

  12-07-2019 20:33
  The iOS 13 public beta has been available for a couple of weeks at this point, but if you make a habit of playing Fortnite on your iPhone, you might want to hold off on installing it. As it turns out, the iOS 13 beta can cause stability issues within the game, which obviously is not ideal considering how fast-paced … Continue reading
  
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• Why the recent hacks show Apple’s security strength, not its weakness

  12-07-2019 20:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It may sound strange, but the recent stories about vulnerabilities in Apple’s security could be good news for the firm. That’s because they went a long way to highlighting its strengths -- and the strengths it has traditionally had over its rivals.
  
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• Amazon Pre-Prime Day Deal saves you $76 off Fossil Gen 4 Venture HR smartwatch

  12-07-2019 19:53 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Amazon Prime Day 2019 hype is peaking with the release of early deals. One of these is the 28% discount on the Fossil Women's Gen 4 Venture HR Smartwatch. Check it out to save on a classy smartwatch.
  
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• Walmart cuts $100 off the NordicTrack C500 Treadmill for Prime Day

  12-07-2019 19:41 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Prime Day is Amazon’s biggest shopping event of the year. To stay competitive, Walmart has also dropped deals on a lot of products, including the NordicTrack C500 Treadmill. Normally $599, it is now available for only $499.
  
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• The best browsers for privacy

  12-07-2019 19:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Whether your privacy concerns are focused on controlling cookies or blocking ads and malware, you're sure to find the best browser for your security needs among our picks for the best browsers for privacy.
  
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• Sony’s Xperia 1 is the first smartphone with a 4K OLED display

  12-07-2019 19:27 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Sony took the wraps off of three new phones at Mobile World Congress 2019, including the new Xperia 1, which is the company's new flagship phone and the first with a 4K OLED display with a 21:9 aspect ratio.
  
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• Bacteria could help mass-produce wonder material graphene at scale

  12-07-2019 19:24 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers from the U.S. and the Netherlands have figured out how to produce wonder material graphene by mixing oxidized graphite with bacteria. Here's why their work could be a game-changer.
  
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• Destiny 2: Where to find Xur for the weekend of July 12

  12-07-2019 19:19 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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• Amazon drops Prime Day 2019 preview with $15 Fire TV Stick, $50 Echo, and more

  12-07-2019 19:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Prime Day 2019 start date is still July 15, but Amazon has dropped a rather impressive preview of the deals to come. Better yet, the retail giant has also announced that you will be able to shop some select deals on devices as early as July 14.
  
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• Cheapest Galaxy Note 10 still has two surprising pluses

  12-07-2019 19:17
  This morning we were taking a look at our latest set of pre-release date Galaxy Note 10 details (read: rumors and tips) and happened upon a revelation. The future was right before our eyes, and it wasn’t even a feature that hadn’t popped up on a phone before. In fact, it’ll appear on the base model! The most basic future-proofing … Continue reading
  
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• This Samsung UHD Series 7 Smart TV gets a price cut ahead of Amazon Prime Day

  12-07-2019 19:14 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Samsung Flat 55-Inch 4K UHD 7 Series Smart TV is an excellent midrange 4K TV with incredible picture quality and smart functionalities. Take advantage of this pre-Prime Day deal and get it for only $498 instead of $600.
  
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• Hulu brings back 4K streaming for originals, rolls out Live TV guide

  12-07-2019 19:07
  As we close in on the weekend, Hulu has rolled out a couple of features that a lot of viewers will probably really like. First and foremost, the company has launched an interactive guide for its Live TV subscribers. Hulu’s Live TV guide works just like any other interactive guide you’ve ever used, showing you the broadcast schedule for channels … Continue reading
  
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• Everything we know about Monster Hunter World: Iceborne

  12-07-2019 18:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Monster Hunter World: Iceborne adds the largest region in the game to date alongside new monsters, mechanics, and much more. The expansion launches on PS4 and Xbox One on September 6.
  
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• MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 teardown reveals one bright spot

  12-07-2019 18:46
  There’s a new MacBook Pro in town, and the first teardown has some not-so-great news for those looking to repair or update hardware on their own. The MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 model (with two Thunderbolt Ports) didn’t get a particularly great score from iFixit, but there is at least a silver lining to this raincloud. Where previous MacBooks didn’t allow … Continue reading
  
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• All of these services let you own your content, so you’ll never lose it

  12-07-2019 18:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With the closure of Microsoft's ebook store, consumers have begun to wonder exactly how much of their digital media they actually own, and how much is licensed. For the average person, the news isn't great.
  
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• Smart Home Products That’ll Make You Feel Like the Future Has Arrived - Inverse

  12-07-2019 18:02 via inverse.com
  Smart Home Products That’ll Make You Feel Like the Future Has Arrived  InverseLet most of your worries be solved by upgrading your dumb house to the smart house of the future. It is the future after all and you are able to control most of your ...
  
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• 2020 Buick Enclave three-row crossover will give you a back massage

  12-07-2019 18:02 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The 2020 Buick Enclave gets a number of small updates, including massaging front seats and a new infotainment system compatible with SiriusXM's 360L streaming service. The updated Buick Enclave goes on sale later this summer.
  
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• Tata Communications has partnered with this digital security firm

  12-07-2019 17:58
  Tata Communications has teamed up with digital security firm Thales to develop a secure global Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity solution.
  
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• Infosys to invest $6 million in this US-based firm

  12-07-2019 17:58
  Founded in 2012, Trifacta provides data wrangling software that enables non-technical users to easily transform data for analysis.
  
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• Global PC shipments grew 1.5 percent to 63 mn units in Q2: Report

  12-07-2019 17:58
  In a preliminary report for April-June 2019, Gartner said worldwide PC shipments' growth was driven by demand from the Windows 10 refresh in the business market.
  
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• Amazon Echo Show 5 to be available at lowest-price ever in Prime Day sale

  12-07-2019 17:58
  Amazon Echo Show 5, the latest addition to the Echo range of devices from Amazon, will start shipping on Prime Day – July 15 and 16 – in India and will be available at its lowest-ever price yet.
  
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• Vivo Z1 Pro, Redmi Note 7 Pro, Samsung Galaxy M40, or Realme 3 Pro: Which Is the Best Phone Under Rs. 20,000?

  12-07-2019 17:57
  Realme 3 Pro vs Redmi Note 7 Pro vs Vivo Z1 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy M40.
  
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• Amazon Prime Day 2019: Best deals and a preview of July 15 discounts

  12-07-2019 17:53 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Amazon Prime Day 2019 is going to be on July 15 and July 16. We've been taking a look at the best discounts from previous Prime Days to give you our predictions of what this massive 2-day event will entail.
  
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