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• AT&T employees allegedly accepted $1M in bribes to unlock millions of phones

  06-08-2019 23:42 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Two men bribed AT&T employees with more than $1 million to plant malware and use the company's own systems to unlock millions of AT&T phones, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) said Monday.
  
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• Arlo’s smart security cams take a bite out of Apple, finally add HomeKit support

  06-08-2019 23:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Owners of some models of Arlo's popular smart security cameras are getting a significant update this week as the device manufacturer's latest tweak adds support for Apple's HomeKit platform.
  
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• The newest iPhone VS the best value alternative

  06-08-2019 23:23
  The newest iPhone isn’t what’s next, it’s what’s already out in the store right this minute. If you’re reading this article before September 12, 2019, the newest iPhone is the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and/or the iPhone XR. Because of the way Apple markets their products, the “best value” smartphone in the world is always, ALWAYS, in the eye … Continue reading
  
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• Cathay Pacific Airways says its uses cameras to record passengers

  06-08-2019 23:23
  Cathay Pacific, an airline based in Hong Kong, has updated its privacy policy to reveal that it is logging in-flight infotainment system activity and using cameras to capture images of passengers. These images are not captured using cameras integrated into seat-back infotainment systems, according to the airline, which is instead using CCTVs located in airport lounges and inside airplanes. In … Continue reading
  
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• Got privacy concerns? Stick to local storage using these smart security cameras

  06-08-2019 23:22 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Security is of the utmost concern for everyone these days, but security cameras have been hacked in some instances. If you're looking to stow your security footage locally, consider one of these cloudless options.
  
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• Want a robotic tail? Well, Japanese scientists built one for you anyway

  06-08-2019 23:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Ever wanted a robot tail? Developed by researchers at Keio University in Japan, this artificial biomimicry-inspired tail is designed to help improve the balance of wearers. Here's how.
  
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• Google Images redesigned with side panel for easily comparing results

  06-08-2019 22:37
  Google has updated its Image Search tab with a new design that enables users to easily compare images. Unlike the previous design, which was somewhat slow and opened a large info box around the image directly in search, the new design opens the image in a static sidebar that remains in place while the rest of the image search results … Continue reading
  
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• Everything we know about Watch Dogs Legion

  06-08-2019 22:37 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Watch Dogs Legion is a radical overhaul for the series, allowing you to control any non-player character in London and turn them into operatives for the DedSec vigilante group. Here's what we know so far.
  
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• Grab a new OLED Dell XPS 15 laptop for over $400 off with this limited offer

  06-08-2019 22:35 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Dell is offering a sweet new deal that gets you a new Dell XPS 15 laptop at a discount of over $400 off. Interested customers can save $408.95 with a combination of an instant discount and a limited time coupon code.
  
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• Get your stream on with our list of the best Kodi add-ons

  06-08-2019 22:26 via digitaltrends.com
  
  To use Kodi to tap into a larger catalog of material than what you have stored locally, you're going to need to assemble a crack team of add-ons. Here are some of the best.
  
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• The best Amazon Original series available now (August 2019)

  06-08-2019 22:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Amazon Studios may not have as big a collection of in-house productions as Netflix, but there are still lots of shows that are worthy of drawing your eyeballs. Here are our picks for the best Amazon Original series.
  
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• Acer’s fast Nitro XF2 monitors are built to help gamers outmaneuver opponents

  06-08-2019 22:24 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Acer's Nitro XF2 series monitors are fast and responsive to give players an edge when gaming. These panels support AMD's FreeSync technology, are capable of delivering HDR 10 content, and promise a fast sub-1ms response time!
  
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• Apex Legends solo mode limited to 2 weeks: Should you rage?

  06-08-2019 22:22
  From the start, Apex Legends has been a battle royale game that doesn’t really follow a lot of the battle royale conventions. For starters, there’s only one game mode that sees you partnering up with two other people to form a team of three. Other battle royales, such as Fortnite and PUBG, offer a variety of modes centered around solo, … Continue reading
  
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• Getting rid of 8chan won’t solve America’s mass shooting problem

  06-08-2019 22:18 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Following mass shootings in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio, many are calling for the closure of image-sharing website 8chan. Here's why. And why, unfortunately, that wouldn't solve the problem.
  
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• Amazon drops huge discounts up to 60% off on Lenovo IdeaPad laptops

  06-08-2019 22:18 via digitaltrends.com
  
  For budget-conscious who are looking for less expensive but quality laptops, this is the moment you’ve been waiting for as Amazon drops the prices of Lenovo IdeaPad 15.6-Inches laptops by up to 60%.
  
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• Doomed Throwable Camera Ball Now Wants Owners to Pay an Extra Fee Every Time They Use it

  06-08-2019 22:03 via gizmodo.com
  It’s been almost eight years since a younger version of myself first reported on the Panono: a camera covered ball that snaps 360-degree photos when tossed in the air. It’s been a bumpy ride for the Panono since then, and even a bumpier one for those who purchased and actually received their cameras as yesterday the …Read more...
  
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• Petsafe’s smartphone-controlled feeder ensures your dog or cat never goes hungry

  06-08-2019 22:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  This versatile automatic feeder from Petsafe allows you to schedule meal times for your cat or dog from your smartphone, but is it worth the asking price? We tested it out with our cat to find out how well it works.
  
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• Best smartphone deals for August 2019: iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, and Google Pixel

  06-08-2019 21:54 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Need a better phone but don't want to spend a fortune? It's never a bad time to score a new smartphone and save some cash. We rounded up the best smartphone deals available that can save you as much as $900.
  
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• Amazon Music Unlimited price drops to $0.99 for Prime Student members

  06-08-2019 21:49
  To give young users incentive to sign up for its own music streaming service, Amazon has announced a big price cut for its Music Unlimited…one that is only available to Prime Student members. College students who are new to the service can now enjoy a full six-month trial before they need to pay, after which point the Music Unlimited rate … Continue reading
  
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• 5 questions we want answered at the Stadia Connect event at Gamescom

  06-08-2019 21:42 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google will be hosting another Stadia Connect presentations for its upcoming game-streaming service on August 19. Here is what we want to see and learn during the presentation, including info on mobile support.
  
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• Amid huge profits, Rockstar Games makes game testers full-time employees

  06-08-2019 21:34 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Following criticism of its crunch culture and long hours for workers, Rockstar Games has shifted its quality assurance workers from being contractors to full-time employees. Several other policies have changed.
  
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• Walmart knocks $110 off the JBL Xtreme portable Bluetooth speaker

  06-08-2019 21:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Walmart crashes the party with an unbeatable sale that brings the $300 price tag of the JBL Xtreme Portable Bluetooth Speaker down to $190. For $110 less, entice your ears with booming beats and get more in savings.
  
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• Mastercard launches new payment feature for uninterrupted online transactions

  06-08-2019 21:30
  Global payment solutions major Mastercard on Tuesday launched a card payment feature that will allow customers to do uninterrupted transactions while shopping online.
  
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• Contrary to policy, Google shows shopping results for guns

  06-08-2019 21:30
  At a time when the US is bleeding red from the recent mass shootings in Texas that left over 30 people dead, Google is showing shopping results for 100-bullet magazines, despite policies against gun ads.
  
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• The best police scanner apps for iOS and Android

  06-08-2019 21:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Police scanners are an good way to keep up with the daily grind of law enforcement, and thanks to smartphones, you no longer need a bulky radio to listen in. Here are the best police scanner apps available right now.
  
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• Pay TV is dying, and cable providers are happily hastening its demise

  06-08-2019 21:27 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Traditional, bundled TV plans are declining fast, with more than 25 percent of U.S. households expected to go the cord-cutter route by 2023, according to a report. This is all part of the plan for cable and satellite TV providers, though.
  
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• A master’s guide to building the ultimate team in Madden NFL 20

  06-08-2019 21:24 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Each year, EA Tiburon tweaks the card-collecting Ultimate Team mode in Madden NFL Football. It can be confusing, but we're here to help with our Madden 20 Ultimate Team guide featuring everything you need to know to get started.
  
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• China has a 'Huawei warning' for India

  06-08-2019 21:21
  China has told India not to block its Huawei Technologies from doing business in the country, warning there could be consequences for Indian firms operating in China, sources with knowledge of the matter said. India is due to hold trials for installing a next-generation 5G cellular network and Huawei is the world's biggest maker of such gear. Chinese officials said there could be "reverse sanctions" on Indian firms engaged in business in China should India block Huawei because of pressure from W
  
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• DC Universe Online gets a revival on Nintendo Switch today

  06-08-2019 21:17
  Several years ago, before battle royale games and MOBAs took over the gaming world, everyone was all about creating massively multiplayer online games. The success of World of Warcraft sparked something of a frenzy in the rest of the gaming industry, with seemingly everyone trying to claim a slice of the MMO pie for themselves. One of the more successful … Continue reading
  
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• New images of the Nintendo Switch Lite reveal a smaller battery

  06-08-2019 21:13 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Nintendo Switch Lite's battery will last slightly longer than the one on the original Switch, despite it actually being a smaller battery than the one used in the earlier version of the system.
  
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• Watch live as SpaceX launches (but doesn’t land) a rocket tonight

  06-08-2019 21:09 via digitaltrends.com
  
  SpaceX will launch its AMOS-17 Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 on Wednesday, and you can watch the whole thing via livestream. The rocket will take off at approximately 3:53 p.m. PT
  
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• Many people are ‘advanced sleepers’ — Here’s what that means

  06-08-2019 21:02
  Many more people are ‘advanced sleepers’ than previously believed, according to a new study out of the University of California, San Francisco. The term doesn’t refer to someone who is particularly capable of sleeping, instead describing individuals who naturally go to bed and get up at very early times compared to most people. READ: Simple bathing routine ‘significantly’ improves sleep … Continue reading
  
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• Tesla Model 3 tuned in Germany is an electric car you’ll either love or hate

  06-08-2019 21:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  German tuner Novitec has released a catalog of aftermarket parts for the Tesla Model 3. Its body kit includes several components made with carbon fiber, and it also makes 21-inch alloy wheels plus suspension parts available.
  
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• Leaked Samsung Galaxy Note 10 marketing materials show two phone sizes

  06-08-2019 21:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The expected launch of the Galaxy Note 10 is right around the corner, but we're still getting leaks of the device. Newly leaked marketing materials show that the phone will be available in two sizes.
  
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• Intel Tiger Lake CPUs: Everything we know so far

  06-08-2019 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Intel Tiger Lake could be the most exciting development from the blue team in years, with a new CPU core architecture, new onboard Xe graphics, and the latest advances in wireless and display technology baked right in.
  
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• Amazon drops a huge 50% discount on Razer Phone 2 gaming smartphones

  06-08-2019 20:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The best gaming smartphones often are expensive, but the Razer Phone 2 is currently on sale at Amazon. Originally priced at $800, it was reduced by 50% making it now available for an awesome deal of $400.
  
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• Optimus Ride launches autonomous shuttle service in New York City

  06-08-2019 20:44 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Workers at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in New York City can now make their way around the 300-acre industrial park in Optimus Ride's self-driving shuttles. The tech startup says it's the first trial of its kind in New York state.
  
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• Contrary to policy, Google shows shopping results for guns - Gadgets Now

  06-08-2019 20:38 via gadgetsnow.com
  Contrary to policy, Google shows shopping results for guns  Gadgets NowAt a time when the US is bleeding red from the recent mass shootings in Texas that left over 30 people dead, Google is showing shopping results for 100-bullet ...
  
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• Acer Swift 7 (2019) review

  06-08-2019 20:36 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Acer’s 2019 Swift 7 fixes a great deal of what was wrong with the 2018 version, while being almost as thin and both smaller and lighter. But does that mean it’s worthy of a purchase?
  
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• Solid Snake actor calls out EVO for using his voice without permission

  06-08-2019 20:35 via digitaltrends.com
  
  David Hayter, the voice actor behind Metal Gear Solid's main character, Solid Snake, was none too pleased to learn that the fighting tournament EVO had used his voice without permission.
  
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• Mastercard launches new payment feature for uninterrupted online transactions - Gadgets Now

  06-08-2019 20:35 via gadgetsnow.com
  Mastercard launches new payment feature for uninterrupted online transactions  Gadgets NowGlobal payment solutions major Mastercard on Tuesday launched a card payment feature that will allow customers to do uninterrupted transactions while ...
  
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• Amazon slashes $100 off the great Google Pixel 2 XL smartphone

  06-08-2019 20:21 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Although released back in late 2017 and superseded by the Pixel 3 XL, the Google Pixel 2 XL is still a solid phone that's worth recommending. It is astonishingly fast, has excellent cameras, and is gorgeously designed.
  
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• Xbox One X Gears 5 limited edition revealed with new accessories

  06-08-2019 20:08
  Gears 5 is unquestionably one of the biggest Xbox releases of the year, so of course that means it’s getting a limited edition console. Microsoft is no stranger to making these limited edition consoles to go along with new game launches, and it seems that the company went all out with this particular bundle. Not only does the Xbox itself … Continue reading
  
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• The Google Home Max gets a steep $100 discount at Walmart

  06-08-2019 20:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you’re looking for a smart speaker that can rock out your rap, hip-hop, EDM as well as movies, the Google Home Max might just be what you need. Order the charcoal version today on Walmart at the discounted price of $299.
  
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• Galaxy Note 10 Unpacked: What you should expect

  06-08-2019 19:48
  On August 7, 2019, a Samsung Unpacked event will play host to the new Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+. You could also call it a Galaxy Note 10 Plus, or a 10 Pro, whatever you’d like – but chances are Samsung’ll stick with the “+” symbol as they’ve done in the past. Today we’re taking a final look … Continue reading
  
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• AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT vs. Nvidia RTX 2070 Super

  06-08-2019 19:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Radeon RX 5700 XT vs. Nvidia RTX 2070 Super battle has begun in earnest, with both cards vying for the best midrange graphics card in existence. Is it worth spending an extra $100 for what Nvidia has to offer? Let's find out.
  
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• You’d don’t want to miss this fantastic deal on a 70-inch LG 4K TV

  06-08-2019 19:04 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Talk about a smoking hot deal. Walmart has knocked $372 off the mammoth 70-inch LG UM7370PUA 4K TV, dropping the price from $1,200 down to just $828. There's nothing quite like it in the same price bracket.
  
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• Walmart drops a massive price cut on the Garmin Fenix 5X Sapphire smartwatch

  06-08-2019 19:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  There are still a few more days left to enjoy summer. What better way to spend it than to do some outdoor activities? Track your fitness journey with a fitness tracker such as the Garmin Fenix 5X.
  
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• Delete Revolut right now, because of this guy

  06-08-2019 18:50
  This is the way startups work, you’ll hear them say, you sign up and expect to work this way. Except when you’re a company that suggests you “believe in power of people” and “love the game” – you’re not making a change in the world, you’re simply moving the suffering from one group of people to another, and profiting in … Continue reading
  
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• President Trump attacks Google and says he’s watching the company ‘very closely’

  06-08-2019 18:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In a series of tweets on Tuesday morning, President Donald Trump claimed without evidence that Google has an anti-conservative bias and accused the company of trying to ensure he loses the 2020 presidential election.
  
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