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Huawei is working on a foldable phone for 2018

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Huawei boss Richard Yu says his company has a working prototype but there are still improvements to make.

If you like to travel, then it's worth investing in a versatile charging station like this one

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Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. If you’ve done any international traveling, you probably already know that not all charging solutions are created equal. There are the ones that come w…

Fiber optic lines can double as earthquake detectors

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You might not need an extensive sensor network or a host of volunteers to detect earthquakes in the future -- in fact, the lines supplying your internet access might do the trick. Researchers have developed technology that detects seismic activity t...

I went to buy a Pixel 2. Verizon tried to sell me a Galaxy S8 - CNET

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Commentary: Verizon is Google's exclusive partner for the Pixel 2 phone. But I wouldn't have known that after a chat with a Verizon salesman.

Windows 10 now includes anti-cheat protection for games

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Windows 10's Fall Creators Update is full of changes, but one of the understated additions could make a big difference if you're a gamer. Microsoft has switched on its previously teased TruePlay feature, which promises to protect against 'common' che…

Five-minute allergy test passes the FDA's scrutiny

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A few years ago, researchers from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) started developing what they eventually dubbed the 'world's most rapid' allergy test. Now, that test has received the FDA's approval and will start telling…

What to play this weekend: South Park, Gran Turismo, Fire Emblem Warriors - CNET

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Sean gets a little help from Sean this week.

Shaun's high-end audio and video obsession led to this - CNET

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In this installment of CNET's Show Us Yours, Shaun's gives us a tour of his insanely upscale audio system and downstairs home theater. Don't ask how much it cost.

OmniHub tries to fix the MacBook Pro's port shortage with magnets and modules

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My five-year-old MacBook Pro finally gave up the ghost. After traveling the world and surviving several CESes, it was time to finally lay the thing to rest. I had some misgivings about replacing the old workhorse with one of the new models, not the least…

Study says body cameras don't always change police behavior

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In theory, body cameras are supposed to not only catch police abuses of power, but deter them: officers will be on their best behavior knowing that they could be hauled in. As Washington, DC researchers have learned, though, that isn't guaranteed....

KEF's R300 speaker is a knockout - CNET

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The Audiophiliac loves the KEF R300 stand-mount speaker's sleek design and rich sound.

The Pieces Come Together as The Exorcist Nails its Big Twist

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Remember The Sixth Sense? Back when we hadn’t figured out M. Night Shyamalan’s schtick yet? It was a creepy, atmospheric horror movie all the way through. The now-famous twist ending had us all dying […] The post The Pieces Come Together as T…

What we're watching: 'Raw' and 'Feast of Fiction'

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Welcome back to Video IRL, where several of our editors talk about what they've been watching in their spare time. This month we're kicking things off with some seasonally-appropriate horror fare, that you can catch right away on Netflix or Amazon Pr…

$99 gizmo kicks up your headphones' sound at home - CNET

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Would you drop $99 on a Schiit Magni 3 if it could make your headphones sound better?

Elon Musk's Boring Company gets permission to dig a 10-mile tunnel in Maryland

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The hyperloop is moving ahead. Elon Musk got permission from Maryland officials for his Boring Company to build a 10-mile tunnel in the state, the Baltimore Sun reported. The tunnel would be the first part of Musk's envisioned hyperloop to transport peop…

CO₂ benefits of regrowing forests nothing to shake a stick at

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Land use shifts could provide over a third of our needed emissions cuts.

iPhone 8 Plus vs Pixel 2: Which phone records better video? - CNET

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These two phones go head-to-head in a video camera comparison.

Antisocial media?

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As Facebook finds itself publicly on the hook for enabling Russian agents to spread divisive propaganda via its platform, be it in the form of fake news, ‘dark ads’, issue pushing Facebook pages, and even political rallies organized using its…

It's a New Story, but Still the Same Once Upon a Time

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Once Upon a Time spent the first two episodes of this season introducing us to everything new. There’s a new curse, with a new villain. Henry’s older now and doesn’t believe the way he […] The post It’s a New Story, but Still the …

LG's OLED TVs now pack loss-free 3D audio

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There's a dirty secret to listening to Dolby Atmos sound on LG's current OLED TVs: all the audio is compressed, so you're losing a little fidelity for the sake of immersive 3D sound. You won't have to make that sacrifice before long. LG i…

GitHub's scandalized ex-CEO returns with Chatterbug

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Translation earbuds might eliminate some utilitarian reasons to know a language, but if you want to understand jokes, read poetry, or fall in love in a foreign tongue, you’ll have to actually learn it. Unfortunately, products like Rosetta Stone lea…

Apple gets sued over Animoji trademark - CNET

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A Japanese company says it claimed rights to animated emoji before Apple did.

'Golden Compass' author Philip Pullman touts 'darker' prequel - CNET

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It's been 17 years since Pullman's "His Dark Materials" trilogy wrapped up, and a decade since "Compass" hit the big screen. The wait for a follow-up is over.

New York City ordered to share code for DNA evidence software

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Many attempts to open up access to software in the justice system have fallen flat. Advocates in New York, however, have just scored a significant victory. A federal judge has publicly unsealed the source code for DNA analysis software previously u...

Pixel 2 vs. iPhone 8 Plus: Which camera is better? - CNET

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The Pixel 2 and the iPhone 8 Plus battle it out to determine which phone's camera does better portraits, landscape selfies and low-light shots.

Stop what you are doing and watch Nathan for You's brilliant Uber episode right now

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If you have not yet had the pleasure of being introduced to Nathan for You, you’re in for a treat! The man behind the show, Nathan Fielder, is so wonderfully awkward in his delivery he might just make you pee your pants from laughing so hard. Last …

Synthetic Spider Silk Is on the Way (Finally)

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Spider silk has been something of the Holy Grail for fabrics. If you’re old enough to read this, you’re also likely well aware that it’s among the toughest materials around. It’s also light, […] The post Synthetic Spider Silk Is o…

Twitter explains why it takes time to roll out new safety rules

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Twitter has been trying to stamp out harassment, violence and abuse on its platform for years, but it's nowhere near achieving that goal. Since its administrators regularly get a lot of flak for not moving fast enough to make the website safer, Twitt...

What can a 24-megapixel selfie camera do for you? We reviewed the Vivo 7+ to find out

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My wife recently decided to print out a hundred or so of the best photographs we've taken with our smartphones over the years. Looking at them, I've noticed something interesting: More than half of them were selfies. It's hardly surprising. Rear cameras are gr…

Is this what the OnePlus 5T is going to look like?

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Is OnePlus planning a new flagship phone launch before the end of the year? These pictures say yes.

Here are sci-fi inspired supplies for binging Stranger Things next weekend

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Ganache, Fluff, and chocolate round out our baked '80s horror-food extravaganza.

The 43 best Android games of 2017 - CNET

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These are unequivocally the best Android games on the planet and some of the best games on any system right now.

Our favorite zombie movies and TV shows - CNET

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Every week we ask people around the office a question about pop culture to see what makes them tick. With "The Walking Dead" returning this Sunday on AMC, we wanted to know which zombie movies or shows are their favorites.

Artificial eye dominance may speed reading for people with dyslexia

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Flashing lights, eye-dominance test correlates eye physiology and dyslexia.

This full-size travel bag fits in a shoe box

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Freitag has completely changed the way your travel bag is made. Instead of a heavy metal frame, the bag uses compressed air for support, making the Zippelin bag the inflatable gear you never knew you needed. Read more...More about Travel, Transportation, Masha…

New Twitch tools help you become a pro streamer

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Many Twitch streamers dream of turning pro, but getting there is a fuzzy process. How do you know you've 'made it' and can apply to become an affiliate or partner? And how do you make a big deal out of staple events like channel raids and new …

iPhone 8 Plus vs. Pixel 2 photos: Is one better than the other? - CNET

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A photo comparison between Apple's iPhone Plus and Google's Pixel 2. The results are interesting.

Best mobile games of 2017 - CNET

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Looking for a new game to play on your mobile device? Here are our picks of the best mobile games released in 2017 (so far).

The Best Sci-Fi On Netflix Streaming

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Being able to press a button and get a movie instantly sent to your TV is sort of the stuff of science fiction anyways, so it’s not surprising that Netflix has a pretty […] The post The Best Sci-Fi On Netflix Streaming appeared first on Geek.com.

Gran Turismo Sport review: A brilliant, but very new, direction for the series

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The latest game in this legendary franchise is all about racing online and e-sports.

Here's how we can help Mother Nature save the Great Barrier Reef - CNET

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The reef is big, beautiful and on its deathbed. Nature can heal it, but she needs our help.

CapHorn Invest raises $150 million fund to invest in B2B startups

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French VC firm CapHorn Invest recently closed a new $150 million fund (€130 million). Around 250 CEOs and executives of big established companies invested in the fund as limited partners. This is CapHorn Invest’s second fund. The firm plans to focu…

Redesigning the TechCrunch app

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Over the last two years we have been working hard to improve the experience of TechCrunch products for our readers. Our tiny-but-mighty product team launched the brand new TechCrunch mobile app earlier this month and we couldn’t be more excited. It…

The best devices and apps to up your selfie game

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The first time a stranger on the train told me I had a nice smile, I didn't believe her. Back then, I hadn't yet had my crooked teeth fixed, and my self-esteem wasn't anywhere as high as it is today. I was an ugly kid, and it took a shocking num…

Key e-mail from feds got caught in body-cam maker's spam filter

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Axon hopes "to resolve these matters as expeditiously as possible."

Here's more evidence a Google Home with a screen is on the way

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A few snippets of code in the new Google app suggest that Google is working on a rival to the Echo Show.

How Microsoft embraced 'messy' creativity with Windows Ink

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Windows Ink isn't Microsoft's first stab at bringing stylus support to PCs -- that would be Windows XP Tablet Edition -- but it is the company's most successful. It made stylus support a core part of Windows 10, and it's a big reason you�…

Pay $25 for these Bluetooth earbuds that are usually $90

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Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Choosing a new pair of workout headphones is more complicated than it should be. Beats are too expensive, Bose are way too expensive (the dream), and the int…

Become fluent in Arduino for less than $30

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Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Today's aspiring robot inventors have an advantage over droid-loving Anakin Skywalker and it comes in the form of the Ultimate DIY Arduino Robotics…

The best Amazon Black Friday deals 2017

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If you're after some top-notch tech at a cut-down price this Black Friday, Amazon has you covered.

10 things you didn't know you can do with a VPN

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A VPN is one of the most versatile and useful tools for anyone who spends a good deal of time online.

Mobile phone owners are being overcharged by UK network operators

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Citizens Advice also believes that mobile phone bills need to be made clearer.

Southeast Asia gaming and e-commerce firm Sea ends first day on NYSE up 8%

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Sea, the gaming and e-commerce company holding the first major U.S. IPO from a Southeast Asian tech firm, had a bumpy start to life on the NYSE after closing the day up around eight percent on its list price of $15. The company raised $884 million from i…

The best Amazon Cyber Monday UK deals 2017

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We've collected all the top bargains hitting Amazon this Cyber Monday so you can pick up some cut-price gadgets.

The Morning After: Weekend Edition

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Hey, good morning! You look fabulous. Welcome to the weekend. We'll recap this week's news highlights, plus big stories from Friday like Project Loon-distributed internet going live in Puerto Rico.

Google's annual report shows more web traffic is encrypted

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For several years now, Google has been exerting pressure to increase the usage of HTTPS across the internet. By defaulting to secure connections on both ends, users can be protected from anyone who may intercept or even manipulate data as it flows ba...

Crunch Report | SoftBank Vision Fund Sequels

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SoftBank is planning to create $100 billion Vision Fund sequels, Chariot is temporarily paused in San Francisco and Stitch Fix shows us what a good IPO looks like. All this on Crunch Report. Read More

Cisco snaps up machine learning outfit Perspica

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The deal builds upon Cisco's purchase of AppDynamics earlier this year.

Middlesbrough modified Kodi box trader gets suspended jail term

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Brian Thompson had planned to argue the law in connection with the boxes was a "grey area".

Google expands tech startup acceleration projects in LatAm

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The company is turning its São Paulo venue into a hub to foster ventures across the region.

Tim Cook Says the Mac Mini Isn't Dead, but It Sure Leaves a Lot of Performance on the Table

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Tim Cook declined to provide a timeline on when we might see a new Mac mini. That's somewhat problematic, because Intel's newer mobile chips would significantly improve the platform's performance, power consumption, video, and gaming capabilities. The post Ti…

Windows 10 Fall Creators Update Leaves Up to 30GB in Installation Files

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he new OS version isn't a radical change from the previous Creators Update, but it does introduce some new features and improvements to Edge, OneDrive, GPU monitoring--and, apparently, up to 30GB of install data that it leaves behind. The post Windows 10 Fall …

Harman Kardon Invoke Cortana speaker release date, news and features

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Microsoft's rival to Amazon Echo and Google Home has finally arrived. Here's everything you need to know about it.

Geek Deals: Complete Ethereum Blockchain Mastery Bundle for $29

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Want to know how the sausage gets made with blockchain? Want to build an app that takes advantage of this awesome tech? Well, today’s SkillWise bundle will be right up your alley. It […] The post Geek Deals: Complete Ethereum Blockchain Mastery Bun…

Movie 'sanitizer' VidAngel files for bankruptcy

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Back in 2016, Hollywood studios were able to stop VidAngel from streaming sanitized versions of blockbuster hits, claiming that its system for doing so was covered under the Family Movie Act of 2005. The injunction, which VidAngel promised to appeal,...

Famous Irishmen subject of Westminster Wiki editing spree

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Someone with a Westminster IP address has been editing web entries on famous Irish people.

Post-Truth, book review: The facts about 'alternative facts'

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Fake news has been around far longer than last year's US Presidential election and the Brexit vote, but the internet allows BS to spread further than ever.

Get a $1,000 software and services bundle for $49

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Packed with tools designed for business growth, Briefcase offers tremendous value. There's just one catch.

Ubuntu 17.10: Hands-on with Artful Aardvark

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There are big changes in the latest release of Ubuntu. Here are my experiences in installing it on a number of different computers.

Adobe's Scribbler AI automatically colorizes any portrait

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Finally! Adobe has devised a method of adding a touch of color to black and white images without all the dimension-jumping time travel (looking at you Pleasantville). At the company's Adobe MAX 2017 event on Thursday, research scientist Jingwan Lu de...

Google officially flips on Project Loon in Puerto Rico

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Puerto Rico is in trouble. Approximately 3 million of its residents are still without electricity after the island was devastated by Hurricane Maria, and 30% lack access to drinkable water. Exacerbating the process of recovery is the fact that communication in…

50-year-old research issue still biting biologists

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Once upon a time, researchers paid attention to the problems within their field.

Elephone S8 hands-on: A solid, no-nonsense phone for business use

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The Elephone S8 is a tri-bezel-less phone with a huge screen and a gorgeous glass back that is great for consumers and business users.

The 30 best indie games on PC and consoles

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Now the best indie game on our radar, Xenonauts 2 aims to fill that classic X-COM hole in your heart.

The first speaker with Microsoft Cortana is a great listener

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Read more... {"player":{"description":"Yes, you'll be saying \"Hey\" to Cortana.","image":"https://i.amz.mshcdn.com/8cM3aZa4BoAK5MTV18I-rt_6opg=/https%3A%2F%2Fvdist.aws.mashable.com%2Fcms%2F2017%2F10%2Fc0a73702-2465-1847%2Fthumb%2F00001.jpg","mediaid":"eGlvr…

Andy Rubin's Essential sued over modular connector tech - CNET

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The phone startup has been accused of stealing trade secrets relating to its modular connector, reports Reuters.

Robert Scoble regrets being 'really hurtful to women' - CNET

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The tech evangelist issues apologetic comments after being accused of sexual harassment by three women.

Bitcoin hits $6,000, making its creator even more insanely rich - CNET

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The cryptocurrency reached a new high Friday, keeping up a huge gain for 2017.

Vision is the next big challenge for chips

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Neural engines are already showing up in phones and chipmakers are racing to develop more powerful hardware to meet demand for vision processing in a growing list of applications.

The truth about incognito mode (and how it can save you money)

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Cybersecurity expert Ondrej Krehel explains that your internet browser's incognito mode doesn't really keep you safe, but it does have advantages. Read more...More about Tech, Internet, Cybersecurity, Internet Browser, and Mashable Video

Apple's Upgrade Program offers a 'head start' on iPhone X

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While initial pre-orders for the iPhone X are still a week away from opening, some Apple die-hards will be able to get started early. Apple's installment-based Upgrade Program that lets customers get a new phone every year will, just like it did with...

Apple hires Amazon Studios exec Morgan Wandell in push for scripted programming

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Apple’s first few pieces of original programming, Carpool Karaoke and Planet of the Apps, felt more like stumbles out of the gate. In this era of prestige television from cord-cutting platforms like Netflix and Amazon, the shows weren’t exact…

Asus VivoBook S15 S510UQ review: Attractive price and core spec, but battery life is a worry

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The 15.6-inch VivoBook S15 offers a Core i7 CPU and a discrete GPU in a compact chassis, but some trade-offs have been made to achieve its competitive price point.

Amazon Daily Deals: Luma Wireless Extender 32% Off

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The Internet is where we do most of our shopping, and a solid 90% of it is done at Amazon. Jeff Bezos has turned his humble bookstore into a sort of Automat of […] The post Amazon Daily Deals: Luma Wireless Extender 32% Off appeared first on Geek.com.

The Pixel 2 XL's Screen Isn't Bad, We're Just Getting Picky

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When a phone costs $850, you certainly should not tolerate a bad screen, but is that what Google is offering? The post The Pixel 2 XL’s Screen Isn’t Bad, We’re Just Getting Picky appeared first on ExtremeTech.

How I broke Instagram Stories

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Hi, my name is Ray Wong and I have a very, very serious Instagram Stories addiction. There, I said it. Don't judge me. But I'm not your usual junkie. I posted so much on my IG Stories during my recent vacation in Japan that I broke it (well, sort of). And boy,…

Report: Twitter CEO took a Russian impostor's bait in 2016

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The retweets were for innocent, "positive" stories." And that was the point.

Titan Comics' 'Doctor Who' Crossover Continues With Family Affair

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Nearing the end of Titan’s epic Doctor Who comic crossover event, part six (of eight) kicks off with a family reunion … of sorts. Struggling to escape the clutches of UNIT’s Kate Lethbridge-Stewart […] The post Titan Comics’ ‘Doct…

FDA approves Revolutionary Cancer Drug

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The Food and Drug Administration — the American agency in charge of ensuring the safety of most of the things we ingest — has approved a radical new therapy for fighting cancer called […] The post FDA approves Revolutionary Cancer Drug appear…

This backpack can carry all of your things — and you

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MOVPAK is an electric skateboard and a backpack all in one. The skateboard pops out from the bottom of the bag and pops back in after use. It can also reach speeds up to 15 mph and is remote controlled. The electric board takes 2 hours to charge and can ride f…

Players 'applaud' Xi Jinping in Tencent game

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The game, which celebrates the Communist Party Congress, lets users "clap" Xi Jinping by tapping their phone screen

Russia experiments with using blockchain tech for land registry

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Pilot project uses blockchain in Moscow.

Scientists built this Raspberry Pi-powered, 3D-printed robot-lab to study flies

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Researchers have released designs and software for neuroscientists to 3D print their own Raspberry Pi-powered fly lab.

Sorry Fire Emblem Warriors, Super Mario Odyssey is Here

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Fire Emblem Warriors, the next big Nintendo Switch game, is here! While a proper entry in the strategy RPG series is slated to hit the console/handheld hybrid next year, right now Switch owners […] The post Sorry Fire Emblem Warriors, Super Mario Odyssey…

NASA chooses not to tell Congress how much deep space missions cost

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The key question now is: Does Congress care?

My week with Harman Kardon's Cortana-powered Invoke speaker

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My "non-reviewer's review" of the Harman Kardon Invoke speaker that works with Cortana: A solid device, but still not something I want or need.

The slip 'n' slide of solar panels are easier to transport and may save lives

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Renovagen is a company based out of the UK that specializes in solar energy. They have created a new system of solar panels that is portable and easy to use called 'Rapid Roll'. The panels are easy to roll out of a truck or trailer. The island, Flat Holm in Gr…

NASA installs a sweet new HD camera on the space station - CNET

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See first video from the enhanced HD camera a NASA astronaut installed during a spacewalk.

The robot revolution has already happened in a surprising number of industries (and it has nothing t…

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Affordable robotic automation is now available to mom and pop shops, which is driving crazy growth in the robotics industry.

Star Wars fans get surrounded by Stormtroopers, face Kylo Ren - CNET

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Complete with the First Order leader force-choking a member of the Resistance.

Apple and AT&T activate LTE Band 8 to give iPhone users in Puerto Rico cellular service by Loon Ball…

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Apple, AT&T, the FCC and Alphabet’s X division have all put into motion efforts to give residents of Puerto Rico more cellular connectivity. Apple has been working with AT&T to extend and activate cell service for users in Puerto Rico. To i…

CES 2018: dates, rumors, news and predictions for tech's biggest show

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Samsung, Sony, LG and more will gather under the bright lights of Sin City in early January.

Report: Verizon struggling to launch streaming TV service in crowded field

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It's had two delays and now plans to launch in the spring, says Bloomberg.

This grill is made of cardboard and is totally sustainable

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The CasusGrill is the most environmental friendly grill you'll ever use. The cardboard grill is perfect for when camping, hiking, or on the beach. Its lightweight design makes it easy to carry and you can use it as bonfire fuel when you're done. Read more...Mo…

The Best PS4 and PS4 Pro Accessories

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If you or a loved one are among the tens of millions of PS4 owners, consider grabbing one or more of these accessories to make the gaming experience even better. The post The Best PS4 and PS4 Pro Accessories appeared first on ExtremeTech.

Wireless charging will make drones always ready to fly

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Drones are great until you realize running all those propellers, a camera, GPS and other assorted technology bits are a real drain on the battery. If you're just using one for images it's not too big of a deal. But if you're using one for survey…

Shopkick lays off about 10 percent of staff

1 days ago

Shopkick, a shopping rewards app owned by SK Telecom, laid off a little more than 10 percent of its staff (about 30 people) yesterday, TechCrunch has learned. Shopkick CEO Bill Demas confirmed the layoffs to TechCrunch, saying they were part of a broader…

'Star Wars'-Inspired Animation Leads to Scientific Discovery

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When a smuggler and a princess love each other very much… A pair of scientists set out to make a Star Wars parody about human reproduction, in an effort to educate and entertain […] The post ‘Star Wars’-Inspired Animation Leads to Scientific …

Apps and gadgets for the 'Blade Runner' future we didn't ask for

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Punks, monks and Harrison Ford running scared through a poisonous cityscape were just a few of the details that made the original Blade Runner feel like its environment was a standalone character in the film. It felt as alien and familiar as the way...

Gotham Pumps the Brakes on Batman and Refocuses on Villains

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At some point during the writing of this season, they must have realized that Bruce Wayne was becoming Batman too fast. He had his suit, he had his rules, all that was missing […] The post Gotham Pumps the Brakes on Batman and Refocuses on Villains appea…

Apple is already being sued over one of the iPhone X's features

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The iPhone X isn't even out yet and Apple is already being sued over one of its biggest features. A developer is suing Apple for copyright infringement, alleging that Apple stole the "Animoji" name from the developer's app of the same name. SEE ALSO: How danci…

NYPD can't get story straight on evidence system backups

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Deputy commissioner says the system is "backed up"; IT staff affidavit says otherwise.

Turn your smartphone into a mobile photo editor with this little box

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Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Want to create quality content for your social media posts and rack up those sweet, sweet likes? Of course you do. For any photo-savvy adventurer who loves t…

Disputed DNA analysis software's code open for inspection after court order

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If you’re going to convict or acquit based on evidence provided by a piece of software, you’d better be damn sure that software is reliable. One such program, a DNA analysis tool used in over a thousand cases, has been called unreliable by cr…

Archaeologists are mystified by ancient "gates" in Saudi lava fields

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Google Earth reveals hundreds of geoglyphs in the desert, possibly 9,000 years old.

EPA says it won't cut biofuel quotas after corn states push back

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Agency will keep Renewable Fuel Standard despite earlier moves to help fossil fuels.

This robot-run 3D printing farm is the future of light manufacturing

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Even small businesses are now running lights-out facilities using robots and automation

Tech firms to remove extremist posts within hours

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Firms such as Facebook and Twitter have agreed to do more to remove extremist content within hours of it being posted.

Surface Pro 5 release date, news and rumors

1 days ago

Could the Surface Pro 5 be revealed in London next month?

Windows now includes gaming cheat detection at the system level

1 days ago

Optional "TruePlay" protects game memory, monitors OS for common cheating patterns.

Uber, Intel, and other tech firms will urge Congress to let "Dreamers" stay

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Uber: "We plan to support Dreamers as long as they need help."

Rebecca Kaden joins Union Square Ventures as general partner

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Rebecca Kaden has announced that she’s leaving Maveron to join Union Square Ventures as a general partner on the investment team. She’ll be the first female partner at USV. She said that her faith in the team and also a return to her native N…

Facebook Messenger adds PayPal as P2P payment option

1 days ago

PayPal has similar deals with Skype and Slack and reported strong growth in P2P payments in the last quarter.

Project Loon's LTE balloons are floating over Puerto Rico

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About a month after Hurricane Maria's devastating landfall on Puerto Rico and a couple of weeks after the FCC gave clearance, Project Loon is bringing wireless internet to people on remote parts of the island. Part of (Google parent company) Alphabet...

Turns out the government's airplane laptop ban was actually a huge fire risk

1 days ago

Remember that time the United States government forced a bunch of passengers flying from overseas to put their laptops in checked luggage? Turns out placing those devices in your checked luggage could pose a huge fire and explosion risk on airplanes. If the li…

3 reasons you should pay attention to the Google-led $1 billion Lyft investment

1 days ago

Lyft got a major boost in the form of a billion-dollar investment round, and an earlier rumor was confirmed: CapitalG, Google parent company Alphabet's growth equity fund, led the round. The investment brings Lyft's post-money valuation up to $11 billion from …

Galactic Gardening Can Relieve Stress in Space

1 days ago

In space, no one can hear you stress. As we prepare for the future of galactic travel, researchers are looking into ways to help astronauts cope with the anxieties of space missions. A […] The post Galactic Gardening Can Relieve Stress in Space appeared …

YouTube's making a Tinder comedy about dating every last match - CNET

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All 252 of them.

Cheap laptops: the 10 best budget laptops that (very little) money can buy

1 days ago

Read on for cheap laptops running Windows 10 and Chrome OS, from notebooks to 2-in-1's – all near or under 500 large.

Elon Musk's Boring Company is digging a 10-mile tunnel in Maryland

1 days ago

The venture follows Musk's recent obsession with tunneling equipment.

Google is offering $1000 to anyone who can hack Tinder, Snapchat, Dropbox, and more

1 days ago

Hackers, it's your time to shine. Google, in collaboration with bug bounty platform HackerOne, has launched the Google Play Security Reward Program, which promises $1,000 to anyone who can identify security vulnerabilities in participating Google Play ap…

Surprise! Nintendo Switch now supports some wireless USB headsets

1 days ago

Latest firmware patch brings the ability to use USB wireless headsets, but not all headsets are compatible.

The A to Z of Photography: ISO

1 days ago

Discover how your camera's sensitivity to light is measured, and when you should increase your camera's ISO setting.

Will Ferrell stars in PSA campaign to remind you to put your phone away

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Will Ferrell is here to remind you that technology can be terrible. A new PSA campaign, produced by Common Sense Media, features the Emmy-winning comedic actor being unable to put down his phone and making his family's attempt at "device-free dinner…

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Between natural disasters and cyberattacks, IT managers have a big job ensuring business continuity. In this guide, we offer ten key strategies to help your organization weather Mother Nature's wrath and cyberattackers' latest weapons.

iPhone 8 Plus and 7 Plus photos: What's the difference? - CNET

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I compared the photo and video capabilities of the 8 Plus and 7 Plus. And while the 8 Plus has a leg up, can you spot the improvements?

Senators want to know if Apple fought back on China's VPN ban

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40 best PC games: the must-play titles you can't afford to miss

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Snag a Lucero color changing smart bulb, no WiFi hub required

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Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. The Smart Bulb from Lucero is exactly what your next party needs. This advanced light bulb can shift colors through its companion app, which gives you access…

Twitch unveils a suite of new tools to help creators grow their channels and make money

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Amazon-owned video game streaming site Twitch today announced a number of new features for streamers aimed at helping their grow their online communities and generate revenue from their online channels. Notably, the company will soon debut several featur…

Bitcoin boom prompts growth of coin-mining malware

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The coin-mining software can grab processor power and drain phone batteries quickly, warn security firms

Razer's new webcam and microphone are made for streamers

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Elon Musk gets permission to begin Boring Co. digging in Maryland

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Elon Musk’s week is going pretty great thus far, between meeting the creators of Rick & Morty and now gaining permission to dig even more tunnels — besides the one he already got the OK to begin digging closer to home in Hawthorne. Read M…

YouTube Red's next show is a Tinder dating comedy

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YouTube Red, the company's premium service, has a built up a stable of original programming, but for the most part they don't resemble traditional TV shows. Now, YouTube is trying a different tactic. The company has greenlighted Swipe Right, a comedy…

Vector plans three 'microsatellite' launches in Virginia

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Virginia's governor announced that microsatellite delivery company Vector has arranged a trio of launches from the state's spaceport on Wallops Island. While the notice gave no information on the payloads or customers, they will be very small compare…

Project Loon brings limited internet access to Puerto Rico - CNET

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Google's parent company, Alphabet, teams up with AT&T to fly internet balloons over the storm-ravaged island.

Mac OSX Trojan malware spread via compromised software downloads

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Supply-chain attack saw data-stealing Proton RAT loaded into legitimate downloads of Elmedia Player and Folx applications by Eltima Software.

Spotify's new RISE program aims to highlight music's next big superstars

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New program will showcase 16 emerging artists per year through playlists, events and backstory videos.

Save $45 on these certified refurbished Amazon Tap speakers

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Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Save $45 today on certified refurbished Amazon Tap speakers. As the name suggests, give this speaker a tap and you can ask for music from your favorite strea…

Android apps: Now Google will let you try before you install

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Google rolls out a host of features to boost the appeal of Play Store app subscriptions.

The Best Avengers Funko Pops!

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One of the most popular comic and movie franchises of all time, The Avengers, is home to some fantastic characters. But over the years, Marvel has had a rotating cast apart of the super […] The post The Best Avengers Funko Pops! appeared first on Geek.co…

'Doctor Who' Underrated Villain of the Week: Prisoner Zero

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You know Daleks and Davros and Missy the Master, Angels and Silence hell-bent on disaster. But do you recall the most underrated Doctor Who villains of all? Each week, I will dig into […] The post ‘Doctor Who’ Underrated Villain of the Week: …

Rent the Runway CEO: Gender discrimination is larger workplace issue than sexual harassment

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Jennifer Hyman runs a fast growing startup and helps women become successful in their businesses through Project Entrepreneur accelerator programs

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I toured San Francisco to test out the dual rear shooters on the new 8 Plus and last year's 7 Plus.

Bathe in Elon Musk's musk courtesy of this creepy air freshener

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What does a dream smell like? The promise of distant worlds? A hairline that defies time and space? Or, perhaps, something more terrestrial — a magical underground tunnel, whisking you away to destinations heretofore only envisioned one sunny afternoon d…

The WeDo app may be the key to (finally) conquering your to-do list

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Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Staying on top of everything you have to do each day is sometimes tedious and sometimes overwhelming. There are the chores, the happy hour plans, the kids…

Intel May Deploy AVX-512 in Upcoming 10nm Cannon Lake CPUs

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Google says 64% of Chrome traffic on Android now protected with HTTPS, 75% on Mac, 66% on Windows

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Google’s push to make the web more secure by flagging sites using insecure HTTP connections appears to be working. The company announced today that 64 percent of Chrome traffic on Android is now protected, up 42 percent from a year ago. In addition…

ET Deals: 95% Off Complete Ethereum Blockchain Mastery Bundle

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Curious about the nitty gritty of blockchain? Considering building an app that uses blockchain in an interesting way? Today's course bundle from SkillWise is a slam-dunk. You'll get four courses on the intricacies of the Ethereum platform, so you'll be able to…

Nightmare fuel: Trapped in airplane seat crawling with bedbugs

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Canadian family posted bite pictures afterward. Airline upgraded their next flight.

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Google's Pixel 2 gets bent out of shape during torture test - CNET

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Commentary: The torturers at JerryRig Everything get ahold of Google's new phone and it doesn't appear to stand up so well. Especially the back.

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Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Whether you're trying to fit a healthy meal into your diet or you just want to kick back with a nice, cool smoothie, yogurt can make for an awesome snack. Bu…

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Nationwide Salmonella infection rate has quadrupled, CDC numbers show.

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MH370: Malaysia in talks with US firm to restart plane search

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The Malaysian government is exploring a "no find-no fee" style deal with Texas-based company Ocean Infinity.

Mozilla proposes combined WebXR standard for virtual and mixed reality in the browser

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Although we may disagree on the usefulness of VR and AR today, it’s hard to argue with the idea that it should be easier to develop for and deploy — especially on the web. That’s why Mozilla is working on a combined framework that gives…

In The Fractured But Whole, South Park is No Match For Ubisoft

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Elon's Musk Air Freshener Makes Your Car Smell Like a Billion Dollars

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No Tesla vehicle is complete without a hint of Elon Musk’s musk. Which is why the Elon’s Musk Company is selling Elon Musk air fresheners-”made with the real scent of Musk.” The manly cologne, […] The post Elon’s Musk Air Fr…

Best Amazon Prime TV shows (October 2017): 50 great Amazon Prime Video series

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The best shows on Amazon Prime Video UK you need to watch right now.

Google wants to pay you to find bugs in popular third-party Android apps

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Google teams up with HackerOne to offer a bounty program focused on reducing phishing and malicious code downloads.

Earth's Underworld, Mapped

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FAA proposes ban on large electronics in checked baggage

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While most of us probably keep our laptops and other large electronics in our carry-on bags, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) still wants to avoid the risk associated with exploding lithium-ion batteries in the cargo hold of passenger aircra...

BBC to Reinvent Programming With AI Assistance

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The British Broadcasting Company hopes artificial intelligence can help create “a more personal BBC.” The new Data Science Research Partnership brings together industry experts, international organizations, and researchers from eight UK universitie…

Robert Scoble has allegedly continued to sexually harass women after going sober

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Getting tips about going digital from Ed Miliband, Matt Chorley and Chris Mason.

Blue Origin's Successful Engine Test Fire Puts SpaceX on Notice

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Blue Origin successfully test-fired its BE-4 yesterday, in a major milestone for the cutting-edge engine. The post Blue Origin’s Successful Engine Test Fire Puts SpaceX on Notice appeared first on ExtremeTech.

Big brains come with big social groups in whales and dolphins

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Do social pressures cause the evolution of big brains? The debate is ongoing.

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Uber now wants some drivers to pay it money—and there's no guarantee they'll benefit

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Pay now in order to potentially earn more later. It may sound like something straight out of a marketing scheme, but it's in fact the latest promise from Uber to a subset of its drivers. However, according to the ride-hail giant, this is not the latest revenue…

Ford's commuter van service Chariot halts operations in San Francisco

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Chariot, an on-demand commuter van service owned by Ford, had to suspend it's operations in San Francisco due to compliance issues with the California Highway Patrol, according to the San Francisco Business Times.

Q Acoustics brings $350 sound base and $6,000 speakers into the world - CNET

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Q Acoustics has announced its first sound base with HDMI, the M2, while also announcing a new sound bar and high-end floorstanders.

In its new timeline, Twitter will end revenge porn next week, hate speech in two

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The company has laid out a "safety calendar" with changes through January.

Vungle CEO arrested on charges of assault with a deadly weapon, lewd act with 3-year-old son

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Zain Jaffer, who has been CEO of fast-growing mobile ad startup, Vungle, is out of the company after being arrested on a slew of charges, including a lewd act upon a child and assault with a deadly weapon. The alleged victim was his three-year-old son, a…

Apple makes an unexpected deal to improve cell service in Puerto Rico

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Interim CIO jobs: The advantages - and disadvantages

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MovieBob Reviews: ONLY THE BRAVE (2017)

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College student painstakingly built a Nintendo Switch clone that plays thousands of classic games

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Beating Nintendo to the punch, Tim Lindquist built a Nintendo Switch clone that plays thousands of classic games. The video above shows a timelapsed version of the process and it looks sick. The Nintimdo RP, as Tim calls it, has a Broadcom BCM287 processor…

VW boss attacks Tesla for "barely selling 80,000 cars a year"

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The remarks were made during a discussion of the future of the auto industry.

Hackers race to use Flash exploit before vulnerable systems are patched

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APT28 threat group is moving fast in the hope that targets haven't yet installed a recently released patch to fix the recently uncovered exploit

Flexible car ownership startup Fair nabs up to $1B in debt and equity funding from BMW and Penske

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How does this look? Be your own virtual make-up artist

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French cosmetics chain Sephora is using augmented reality so that customers can try on make-up virtually, before buying it.

Is USB-C Chasing an Unachievable Goal?

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USB-C sells a dream of uniting every cable standard and protocol over a single cable, but so far the fairy tale hasn't stood up to cold reality. The post Is USB-C Chasing an Unachievable Goal? appeared first on ExtremeTech.

The global shop

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Online retailers have a shop window to the world, but how do you handle all those payments?

Mobile companies overcharging customers after contracts end

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The UK government said the firms needed to inform customers when they had paid for their handsets.

Resident Evil Revelations on Switch Has Exclusive Retro-Style Mini Games

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Native American tribe sues Amazon and Microsoft

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The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe was assigned data-processing patents by technology company SRC Labs.

3D-printed concrete cycle bridge opens and other news

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BBC Click's Nick Kwek looks at some of the best of the week's technology news stories.

How games firm made Destiny 2

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Rumor: iPhone 8 Production Slashed in Half On Weak Demand

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Amazon: More than 100 cities bid for new headquarters

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The deadline is approaching for US cities to submit proposals to host Amazon's new headquarters.

Scientists Detect Massive Caverns on Moon That Could House Colony

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Snapchat to make original TV-style shows

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The social media app teams up with NBC to create a new studio where they plan to make original shows.

Twitter pledges tougher action against abuse

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The social network says it will impose new restrictions on pornographic and hateful imagery.

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Award-winning vlogger Casey Neistat claims video creators could leave the service en masse.

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'Future city' to be built in Canada by Alphabet company

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Giant robots clash in US-Japan battle

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The human-piloted machines fired weapons at one another.

Google removes cupcake calorie counter from Maps

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Feature showed users how many calories they would burn if they walked to destination.

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Adobe patches Flash bug used for planting spying tools

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Australia's Crown casino denies slot-machine 'tampering'

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A watchdog finds that hackers can track, eavesdrop or even communicate with children.

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Qualcomm says it has achieved 1Gbps internet speeds using a 5G chip on a mobile device.

Amazon and eBay warned by MPs about VAT fraudsters

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Researchers have revealed details of a major problem with the way wi-fi data is protected.

Facebook funds anti-bullying training in schools

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The tech giant will extend a scheme which trains young people to help those who suffer cyber-bullying.

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Huawei Mate 10 handsets use a new type of processor to recognise objects being photographed.

Daimler recalls 400,000 Mercedes-Benz cars in the UK

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More than a million vehicles worldwide are being recalled over a potential airbag safety issue.

Microsoft Windows 10 breaches Dutch privacy law

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Drone collides with commercial aeroplane in Canada

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The aircraft sustained only minor damage and landed safely, the Canadian transport minister said.

UK TV drama about North Korea hit by cyber-attack

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Australia launches revenge porn reporting tool

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Encryption tools in apps such as WhatsApp "thwart law enforcement", says US Deputy Attorney General.

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Experts predict the AR market could be worth £122 billion by 2024.

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Amazon Echo smart speaker family expands

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Amazon revamps its main Echo smart speaker for the first time since its launch in 2014.

Twitter tests longer character limit

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Your next smartphone's camera could get a huge improvement

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Qualcomm's new depth-sensing camera technology could improve smartphone's and virtual reality headsets.

Pogue's Basics: Alexa reminders

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Amazon has added the ability to add names to timers with Alexa.

Google drops neo-Nazi site out of 'immediate concern of inciting violence'

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The Google logo is pictured atop an office building in Irvine, California, U.S., August 7, 2017. Google (GOOG, GOOGL) is cancelling the domain for the white supremacist site Daily Stormer due to a "specific, immediate concern about inciting violence," a spoke…

NFL player lives on $60,000 a year thanks to what he learned from this book

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An alarming fifteen percent of NFL players end up declaring bankruptcy. Wide receiver Ryan Broyles, who was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 2012 and is currently a free agent, is making sure he won't fall into that category.

How the iPhone 8 and iOS 11 could make you a better photographer

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Apple's upcoming iPhone 8 and iOS 11 should take your iPhone photography to the next level with these new features.

Motorola's Moto Z2 Force has an unbreakable screen, but it isn't flawless

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Motorola's Moto Z2 Force has an unbreakable screen, but it's got its drawbacks.

The best back-to-school tech deals at Amazon, Apple, Best Buy and Target

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If you or your kids are heading back to school, these are the tech deals you'll want to check out.

Building a Lego robot can help you understand coding basics

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Lego's new Boost kit helps introduce kids to the basics of coding.

Pogue's Basics: The secret Start menu in Windows 10

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Windows 10's Start button harbors a secret: It can sprout a tiny utility menu. To see it, right-click the Start button in the lower-left corner of the screen, or (on a touchscreen) hold your finger down on it. There, in all its majesty, is the Start menu's s…

A massive EU privacy rule could bring an unexpected benefit for US consumers

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A new European Union regulation could impact how social networks handle your data in the U.S.

'Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle' might be the next big hit for Nintendo's Switch

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Nintendo's Mario is teaming up with Ubisoft's bizarre rabbids in a new game that might be your next favorite Switch title.Mario is coming to Nintendo's (NTDOY) new Switch console, but he's sharing the spotlight with some relative unknowns. Ubisoft's "Mario + …

Here's what you need to watch for in Apple's Q3 2017 earnings

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Apple will announce its Q3 2017 earnings on August 1, and this is what you'll want to pay attention to.

Apple's decision to drop privacy apps in China might not be the last of its kind

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Apple may soon be force to remove more privacy apps from its App Store if it wants to continue selling its products in certain countries.

The biggest problems with putting microchips in employees

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RFID chip implants can be convenient for some, but they raise both privacy and security questions.

How Microsoft wants to bring broadband to rural Americans

more than 30 days ago

Microsoft is helping to bring broadband to underserved rural Americans.

Why Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk are fighting

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg are having a very public spat about artificial intelligence.

Why scientists want AI regulated now before it's too late

more than 30 days ago

Elon Musk's dire predictions of a robot apocalypse may be a bit over dramatic, but experts agree that we need some kind of regulation to protect us from artificial intelligence.

Amazon launches a social network for spending money

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Amazon's Spark is a social network for spending cash.

Microsoft Surface Laptop review: A great notebook with one small flaw

more than 30 days ago

The back-to-school shopping season is just around the corner, and Microsoft (MSFT) is hoping its new Surface Laptop will be the computer you or your child brings to the classroom. Starting at $999, the Surface Laptop is Microsoft's attempt to fight back again…

Sprint doesn't want you to buy your next phone

more than 30 days ago

Sprint wants you to lease your next smartphone.

Amazon's Echo and other smart speakers do much more than you realize

more than 30 days ago

Harman Kardon's Invoke is Microsoft's first true Amazon Echo competitor. When Amazon first debuted its Alexa-powered Echo smart speaker in 2014, expectations for the device were relatively high. More than two years later, the Echo's success has spurred a new…

Another fitness-band company shuts down. But why?

more than 30 days ago

This week, according to the Information, Jawbone shut down.

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