Ideal for anyone that prefers voice commands over using a remote control, Amazon has added additional Alexa support on the Fire TV allowing users to start, stop, fast forward and rewind video in apps like Hulu.
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Skype may be the premiere voice-over-IP service, but it doesn't include built-in software for recording audio or video calls. Here's how to how to record a Skype call using a variety of tools, including some freemium software.
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It's actually pretty important to clean a dishwasher from time to time. Luckily, it takes no work and doesn't have to be done very often. Here's how to clean a dishwasher, whether you prefer white vinegar or a touch of lemon.
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A new study has found that almost three-quarters of posts to Reddit are voted on by users who haven't actually clicked through, and many visitors to the site merely scan through headlines.
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This week, Google introduced a new kit for your project based on the Raspberry Pi Zero W board. It enables cloud-free image recognition, and complements Google's other kit adding voice recognition to DIY projects.
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Lid is a bike helmet you can fold up when you’re not using it -- courtesy of a neat design boasting separate movable parts, a bit like sliding tectonic plates, and some well-placed magnets
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An upcoming update will bring a new character-swap feature to Final Fantasy XV. Players will be able to switch between Noctis, Ignis, Gladio, and Prompto on the fly, with only a few story-based exceptions.
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The PlayStation 4 Pro can play any PS4 game, but a select number of titles have been optimized to take advantage of the platform. Here's list of every new and upcoming game that will benefit from the PS4 Pro's increased power.
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American Gods is in the midst of a major shake-up. Showrunners and executive producers Michael Green and Bryan Fuller have exited the hit Starz series, leaving vital roles vacant.
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The new limited edition Leica Summicron 50mm uses modern tech for optimal sharpness while taking a nod from a 1950s lens for the exterior. Only 500 copies of the lens will be sold, beginning in January.
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Thanks to a new partnership between Verizon and Spotify, you may finally be able to get something you don't want to return. It's called the Verizon Holiday Hintlist, and it's a pretty clever way to make a subtle suggestion.
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It’s been a long time coming, but Android users can finally get their hands on a USB-C version of DxO’s detachable smartphone camera — sort of. DxO isn’t doing an “official” launch of the Android camera just yet, but if you’d like to get in on the action early, you can sign up for the company’s “Early Access pack” for $499 over at the DxO website, according to Android Central.
That $499 gets you the USB-C version of the DxO One that was designed for Android phones a few months ago, along with a rugged Outdoor Shell access to DxO’s PhotoLab software. It’s the same price that the original DxO One for iOS runs for, which doesn’t make this a bad deal either.
The only caveat is that DxO is only listing a few phones that will support the...
Alexa for Business brings the digital assistant to the workplace; disintegrating drones for your safety; 3-D printed bionic arms and the Digital Trends Holiday Gift Guide.
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Lidar just got a whole lot better! Velodyne’s new VLS-128 Lidar sensor doubles the number of lasers from the previous version. The result? Smarter self-driving cars that can see in higher resolution than ever.
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Most of today's drones come equipped with high-end cameras, which are quickly revolutionizing the world of aerial photography as we know it. Here are 50 of the best drone photos from around the world.
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The wearables market is on the rise, according to a new report from IDC. Who's at the top of the heap? Fitbit and Xiaomi, though Fitbit posted a decline in shipments from last year.
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The Amazon AWS DeepLens is like the Rasberry Pi for computer vision, a learning tool to teach developers imaging-based artificial intelligence. The camera comes pre-equipped with several A.I. infrastructures.
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A smart watchband brings more heart smarts to the Apple Watch, a new ZTE phone doubles up the screen space, plus an insane wingsuit stunt.
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Looking for the perfect remote-control toy or gadget for yourself or a loved one? Thankfully, we've rounded up some of our personal favorites, from RC cars to Sphero's latest release.
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Season 11 of The X-Files premieres in 2018 and brings FBI agents Mulder and Scully back for more adventures into the unknown. Here's everything we know so far about the return of the award-winning sci-fi series.
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Kendall is going to build his own health care startup.
With the official launch of the Microsoft Edge browser on iOS and Android, users can look forward to trying out the new 'Continue on PC' feature, which lets you maintain the same browsing experience on mobile devices and your PC.
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Leaving the day's forecast up to your local meteorologist can leave you in the cold. Take matters into your own hands with our picks for the best weather apps for the iPhone currently available for iOS.
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Monoprice’s Monolith K-BAS speakers deliver bass worthy of the speaker’s name, but a dip in the treble and midrange glosses over details audiophiles salivate over.
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Though the name is familiar, Acura’s second-generation NSX takes a decidedly different approach to sports car design than its storied predecessor, bringing hybrid technology to the supercar realm.
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The PlayStation VR has eclipsed even Sony's expectations in its first year, in large part due to the strong lineup of games. From Job Simulator to Resident Evil 7, here's our picks for the 12 best PSVR games so far.
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With the price of tech constantly in flux, everyone is on the lookout for quality on the cheap. Whether you're looking for a fitness tracker or a means of capturing photos from above, here's the best tech under $50.
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SiriusXM Radio has updated its iOS app today, adding CarPlay support, 9to5Mac reports. Now, Apple’s CarPlay users can listen to the major streaming service while on the road, including all channels and on-demand episodes.
Only BMWs have wireless CarPlay support, however, and owners of any other car will need to use wired CarPlay receivers. To run CarPlay, users can retrofit their cars with aftermarket receivers like Alpine’s wireless receiver, the iLX-107. The receiver supports CarPlay through Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and has a 7-inch touchscreen with access to all of Apple’s apps.
SiriusXM Radio users can also swipe to tune channels up and down as part of the update. The app is available for download from the App Store now.
Crowdfunding service GoFundMe is dropping the 5 percent fee that it collects from personal campaigns within the US today, adding an optional donation option in its stead. TechCrunch reports that GoFundMe timed this change around the holiday season, and that the company won’t say whether it’s a temporary or permanent decision. Payment processors still take 2.9 percent, but users can keep the rest of their funds. Organized charities and people outside the US will be paying the standard 5 percent, along with processing fees.
A GoFundMe spokesperson told TechCrunch that the company will “be closely monitoring our community’s success with the new structure and evaluating as needed.” It’s following a similar move by Facebook, which announced...
Thanks to a new Destiny 2 Ghost skill for Alexa devices, the game features new hands-free voice commands. Players can now ask their ghost about Destiny lore, equip items, send messages to friends, and more.
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Researchers from Cornell have developed a new touch-free monitoring system that can monitor a person's heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing with nothing more invasive than a tiny RFID tag.
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During E3 2017, Nintendo providing additional information about the upcoming JRPG for the Nintendo Switch, Xenoblade Chronicles 2. We've put together everything we know about the game so far, including names and landscapes.
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Home8 recently introduced its three Action View security starter kits kits as an entry-level home automation and security solution that contains everything users would need to obtain basic home security.
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HMD's new Nokia 2 phone will be available through Amazon and Best Buy in the US starting today, although Best Buy's listing says the phone is already sold out and Amazon's says the phone is "currently unavailable." HMD, which licensed the rights to Nokia's name, usually debuts its phone in China and sometimes launches them globally.
The $99.99 phone features Android 7.1, a Snapdragon 212 processor, a 5-inch 1280 x 720 LCD display, and a 4,100mAh battery. HMD also says the device will receive monthly security updates, which is great if it actually ends up happening. Oh, and best of all, for that low price of $99, you'll also get a headphone jack! Fantastic.
It's not entirely clear why you need the Jim, a smart decanter that pours you Jim Beam whiskey on demand, but if we start asking why about every gizmo and gadget on the market, we'll be going down a deep, dark rabbit hole.
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The Nokia 2 has finally been released -- boasting a decent design and huge battery at an affordable price. Here's everything you need to know, including when and where you can get your hands on the phone.
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The Essential Phone (PH-1) is one of the best-reviewed phones of 2017, and it comes from Andy Rubin, the co-creator of Android itself. It has a striking design with a bezel-less display and the price is now down from $700.
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Facebook is launching new tools allowing users to donate, find or give help or even become a mentor online. Facebook is also dropping its five percent fee on donations, and is creating a $50 million Facebook Donations Fund.
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Remember Vine? The six-second video social media app lived a roller-coaster life, going from small startup to Twitter-owned internet juggernaut to shut down in what felt like the blink of an eye. But there is some good news in the post-Vine darkness we’ve all been living in since Twitter shuttered the service last fall: Vine co-founder Dom Hofmann has announced (on Twitter, of all places) that he’s working on “a follow-up to Vine.”
There’s virtually no information about what Hofmann has in mind — we don’t even know if he means another short-form video app similar to the original Vine or just some other project that will look to build on the foundation Vine started. Hofmann did say in a follow-up tweet that he’s funding the new project...
Game publisher Take-Two has said that loot boxes aren't gambling after controversy surrounded Electronic Arts' Star Wars: Battlefront II. Take-Two's NBA 2K18 has come under criticism for its microtransactions, as well.
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Facebook announced a wider availability of its new Customer Chat service today, which lets businesses talk with users both on their own websites and within Facebook Messenger. Customer Chat is essentially a website plugin that brings the Facebook Messenger experience to any retailer’s website, which lets the customer support representatives then converse with customers as if they were chatting with a friend on Facebook.
Customer Chat saves conversation histories, so a user can go from talking with a rep on a retailer’s website to conversing with them within the Messenger mobile app without restarting a new thread. The service first became available earlier this month when the Facebook Messenger team launched it in private beta. The...
The Hasselblad Store allows photographers to buy directly from the manufacturer online -- and the store is launching with a discount. The store also includes lenses, aerial cameras, and used gear.
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Google is offering a new way for Raspberry Pi tinkerers to use its AI tools. It just announced the AIY Vision Kit, which includes a new circuit board and computer vision software that buyers can pair with their own Raspberry Pi computer and camera. (There’s also a cute cardboard box included, along with some supplementary accessories.) The kit costs $44.99 and will ship through Micro Center on December 31st.
The AIY Vision Kit’s software includes three neural network models: one that recognizes a thousand common objects; one that recognizes faces and expressions; and a “a person, cat and dog detector.” Users can train their own models with Google’s TensorFlow machine learning software.
Google touts this as a cheap and simple computer...
Amazon is offering discounts up to $110 on several Fitbit fitness tracker models. We've created a quick rundown of these Fitbit deals to help you decide which one is best for your needs.
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Could Instagram be getting a share button? Regrams are one of a longer list of possibilities the company is currently exploring, along with GIFs inside Stories, archives for Stories, and a close friends list.
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Verizon first laid out its goals for 5G deployment at last year's Mobile World Congress, but now the company has identified specific markets and a time frame for the residential launch of its new technology.
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Jaguar’s XE SV Project 8 is the most powerful and extreme road car the brand has ever produced. Limited to just 300 examples, the car can hit 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds and tops out at 200 mph.
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Rather than rely on your computer's hardware, the Fujifilm X RAW Studio uses the camera's processor to make RAW conversions a snap. The software launched with firmware updates to the GFX 50S, X-T2 and X-T20.
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The 2019 Kia Sorento gets a face-lift, new eight-speed automatic transmission, and wireless phone charging. A diesel engine is on the way, too, and might be the perfect fit for this family-friendly vehicle.
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The 2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid will debut at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show as a companion to the standard Niro hybrid. A plug-in powertrain allows this version to drive up to 26 miles on electric power alone.
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Amazon’s business subsidiary, Amazon Web Services, has announced a new initiative to get companies using Alexa in the office. The company imagines that the virtual assistant will help employees launch conference calls, organize room bookings, and even wrangle with their expenses.
With the new scheme, Alexa for Business, companies will be given the tools to manage a fleet of Alexa-enabled devices. Admins will be able to enroll users, enable and disable skills, and connect Alexa to their conferencing equipment. They’ll also be able to build their own apps for the assistant, with Amazon suggesting functions like helping with directions around the office, reporting problems with equipment, and ordering new supplies. Users will also be able...
It's been 28 years since Nintendo filled our cereal bowls with the Nintendo Cereal System, but the company and Kellogg have teamed up for a new Super Mario Cereal that is arriving in December.
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Google is considering bringing Nest back into its family after the two became separate brands in 2015 under holding company Alphabet, people familiar with the matter told the Wall Street Journal. Nest could potentially rejoin Google’s hardware team and the two could make more smart home products that rival Amazon’s lineup of Alexa devices.
The two are already pretty integrated — Google Home users can control Nest thermostats and pull up Nest Cam streams through voice command, the result of a few dozen Nest developers being brought on the Google team last year. Now these rumored talks could indicate a deeper partnership in the future that would bring all of Nest’s 1,000 employees onto Google’s team.
Google initially bought Nest in 2014...
In an attempt to protect athletes from the earliest stages of play, Vicis has announced the launch of its online marketplace for individuals, which includes availability of the Zero1.
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Phillips is releasing its first TVs with Roku built in, and they are updated versions of its entry-level 4000 series models. Previously, Philips used its own NetTV platform (as well as integrated Chromecast) in some of its TVs, but considering Roku’s years of experience with smart TV interfaces, it’s probably an upgrade.
The new models will be offered in three sizes: a $349 40-inch model that’s available now; a 50-inch size for $429 inches that will hit stores in January; and a middle-of-the-road $379 43-inch size. (Its availability is still to be determined.)
Other than the updated software, the TVs are virtually identical to Roku’s other 4000 series models. That means 1080p LED displays, three HDMI ports, and a 120Hz refresh rate...
Apple is designing its own power management chips for iPhones, and plans to stop relying on its current supplier Dialog Semiconductor, anonymous sources told Nikkei Asian Review.
One anonymous source said: “Based on Apple's current plan, they are set to replace around half of its power management chips to go into iPhones by itself, starting next year.” Another person said the chips might not be ready until 2019.
Power management chips handle tasks like iPhone charging, battery life management, and energy consumption. Apple’s new chips will be the “most advanced” and have better power monitoring capabilities than rivals, the sources said, which will presumably improve battery life. The chips are going to continue to be manufactured by...
Apple has launched a new app today that will allow the company to gather irregular heart rhythm data from the Apple Watch’s heart rate sensor. Called the Apple Heart Study app, it will detect irregularities and send notifications to users who may be suffering from atrial fibrillation (AFib).
Apple first mentioned its Heart Study initiative back in September when it launched watchOS 4. The company is partnering with Stanford University on the project. Apple has plans to use heart rate data in building further research so that one day the Apple Watch can be used in preventative analysis.
“Working alongside the medical community, not only can we inform people of certain health conditions, we also hope to advance discoveries in heart...
Sony may only just have taken the wraps off its latest phones, but that doesn't mean that the Xperia XZ2 Premium isn't on the horizon. Here's what we know about what's likely to be Sony's next phone.
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Guillermo del Toro's gives a classic fairy tale a dark spin in The Shape of Water, but the familiar story feels fresh and looks beautiful thanks to its talented cast and visionary filmmaker.
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Are you a visionary VR filmmaker without the much-needed training and hardware to make your ideas a reality? Google's Daydream Impact scheme may be able to help, with access to all the tools you need.
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A new report predicts that by 2030, as many as 800 million jobs could be lost worldwide to automation. The study, compiled by the McKinsey Global Institute, says that advances in AI and robotics will have a drastic effect on everyday working lives, comparable to the shift away from agricultural societies during the Industrial Revolution. In the US alone, between 39 and 73 million jobs stand to be automated — making up around a third of the total workforce.
But, the report also states that as in the past, technology will not be a purely destructive force. New jobs will be created; existing roles will be redefined; and workers will have the opportunity to switch careers. The challenge particular to this generation, say the authors, is...
The best new games for December 2017 include Fallout 4 VR, Doom FVR, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and Hello Neighbor. Pick up a few for that special someone ahead of the holidays this year.
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Think you know exactly how much Bitcoin will be worth next year? It might be worth taking advantage of NASDAQ's futures contracts in early 2018, where you'll be able to bet on the cryptocurrency's future worth.
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Today, Amazon and its partners updated multiple apps in the US, including Bravo, Hulu, and NBC, so that users can control playback with voice commands. You can use the Alexa Voice Remote, an Echo device, or the Fire TV remote app to search, play, pause, rewind, or fast-forward through content from these providers. You can also change the channel. CBS All Access, Showtime, and PlayStation Vue also recently received this functionality.
So, for example, you could say, "Alexa, watch The Handmaid's Tale," or "Alexa, play The Real Housewives of Atlanta." Other less-specific program commands include, "Alexa, fast-forward five minutes," or "Alexa, play from the beginning." Clearly Amazon is working toward a voice-controlled future built around...
On a limited data contract and tired of checking your mobile data usage to make sure you've got enough? Google's new Datally app helps to take the anxiety out of data-saving by offering an easy way to restrict data usage.
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The 2018 Nissan Kicks is a new crossover that slots below the Rogue Sport in Nissan's lineup. But without all-wheel drive, the Kicks is more like a taller hatchback than a true utility vehicle.
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We've all been there -- you want to read an interesting article, but life means you just don't have time right now. Here's how to save those pages to a reading list in Chrome for both Android and iOS devices.
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Worried that someone might use your computer and see some embarrassing things in your search history? In this guide, we'll teach you how to clear browsing history to put your mind at ease.
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Google Home devices can now process and complete two commands at once. As first reported by CNET and independently confirmed by The Verge, Google Home users can ask their device to do multiple things, so for example, you could say, "Hey, Google, turn on the TV, and what's the weather?" Your TV would turn on, and Google will tell you the weather, too.
You can mix and match these commands by asking for traffic, controlling any of your connected gadgets, or telling the device to play music. These commands don't have to be pre-defined in the Google Home app as a specific routine. You also cannot ask for three things. The device will tell you it can't handle all three and then seems to pick one command at random to execute.
Amazon rolled out a...
Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition is free in December for PlayStation Plus subscribers, but you might be disappointed with the other PS4 game. The new lineup of six games will be free starting December 5.
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Microsoft unveiled a beta version of its Edge web browser last month for iOS and Android. Testers had to sign-up to get special access to the new browser, but Microsoft is making both the Android and iOS versions generally available today. Microsoft Edge for mobile is mainly useful if you tend to resume a lot of browsing from a phone to a Windows 10 PC.
Microsoft has integrated its “continue on PC” functionality directly into Edge for iOS and Android, so you can ping a site over to your PC if it’s just not loading properly on mobile or you want to continue with a mouse and keyboard. Edge also includes access to favorites, history, reading list, and ebooks. Sadly, Microsoft still hasn’t added tab syncing to Edge for mobile, so you can’t...
Everyone likes apps, but sometimes the best ones are a bit expensive. Developers put paid apps on sale for a limited time, but you have to snatch them up fast. Here are the latest and greatest iOS app deals on sale in the iOS App Store.
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DIRTT, an innovative construction company, is adding a new level of interactivity by launching an app that allows users to walk through their future space in virtual reality (VR) before it’s built.
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Dell’s tiny laptop has had a good run, but it’s time for something new
The FDA has approved the first medical device accessory for the Apple Watch, made by AliveCor, whose CEO is former Google+ boss Vic Gundotra. The accessory is AliveCor's KardiaBand electrocardiogram (EKG) reader, a sensor that pairs with an app and can detect abnormal heart rhythm and atrial fibrillation (AFib). The user touches the sensor, which snaps into a slot on the watch's band, to get an EKG reading in 30 seconds. The recording can then be sent to a doctor.
Using AI, the KardiaBand can predict and analyze someone’s heart rate based on data from both sick and healthy people, Bloomberg notes. “It doesn’t apply a generic range — instead, it determines what’s abnormal for you.” A device like this could play an important role in...
Mazda's flagship sedan receives more premium features, an available turbocharged engine, and subtle design tweaks inside and out. It's still in the same segment as the popular Toyota Camry but it's moving up on the premium scale.
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Both the iPhone 8 Plus and the Note 8 have dual-lens cameras to reproduce a bokeh-style blurred background effect. We went to a hedgehog café in Tokyo to see which captured the cute, spiky creatures best.
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Debuting at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show, the Toyota FT-AC concept aims to add rugged styling and a sense of adventure to the everyday SUV. It also has onboard cameras to record any adventures its driver might undertake.
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Google may be forced to pay out compensation to more than 5 million Brits if a class action lawsuit in the UK is successful. A group, labeling itself “Google You Owe Us,” is taking Google to court, claiming it unlawfully collected personal information by bypassing privacy settings on Apple’s iPhone Safari browser. Google, Facebook, and several other online advertising networks were caught in 2012 using a workaround to bypass restrictions, allowing the companies to deposit cookies on an iPhone even if the device was set to block them.
While Google claimed at the time its practice was limited to the company’s failed Google+ initiative, the UK lawsuit alleges that Google used the workaround to track “internet browsing history, which Google...
A computer glitch at Americans Airlines let too many pilots take time off for Christmas, causing a scheduling nightmare for officials. The carrier said it's currently addressing the issue and hopes to avoid flight cancellations.
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Essential has rolled out yet another update to its camera app that adds new features and promises to help alleviate some of the photo issues seen with the Essential Phone. Notably, the update brings a new background-blurring portrait mode like those found on the Pixel 2 and iPhone X, among others. It also fixes some stability issues while improving image quality by reducing JPEG compression and adding exposure compensation to more camera modes.
The camera is seen as the Essential Phone’s weakest feature and the Achilles Heel of the bezel-less device. The company had previously rolled out app and firmware updates to address the camera's shortcomings. We gave the phone an 8 out of 10 in our review while noting the disappointing camera...
Amazon has confirmed its range of Alexa-powered Echo smart speakers is heading Down Under and will go on sale in Australia and New Zealand in early 2018. The news comes ahead of the launch of Amazon's online store in Australia.
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Snapchat started it. Then others, like Instagram and WhatsApp, followed. And now YouTube is launching its own version of Stories. Targeting the streaming service's creators, it's now being tested before landing for more users.
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Google is launching another stylish and simple Android app designed to help people manage one of the core functions of their phone — in this case, data usage.
The app is called Datally, and it’s supposed to help you understand where you data is going and cut down on how much you’re using. Datally will show which apps are using data the most and at what times your data is getting used up; it’ll also recommend ways to cut down data usage based on your own activity and suggest nearby Wi-Fi networks for you to connect to.
More importantly, there’s a big button at the top of the app that lets you stop all background data usage, so only the app that’s actively onscreen can use mobile data. A chat-head style bubble will also pop up to let you...
Nikon photographers can gain access to new tools for free with the launch of Nikon SnapBridge 2.0, the company's updated remote app. It now allows for hands-free manual exposure adjustments, along with a new user interface.
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Amazon has released a new Alexa skill that taps into Destiny 2 and lets you speak to Ghost, your character’s AI companion. You’ll be able to ask Ghost for tips on what to do in the game or explanations of its lore, as well as issuing commands for things like quickly equipping your most powerful loadouts.
This works through any Alexa-enabled device, like the range of Echo speakers, but Amazon is also selling a Ghost-shaped Wi-Fi speaker that you can speak to directly whether you're playing on PS4, Xbox One, or PC. You do already have to have a separate Alexa device for the Ghost speaker to work, however.
The Ghost costs $89.98 and will ship on December 19th — and you’ll have to be quick, since it only appears to be on sale for the next...
ZTE’s latest smartphone is different from every other phone released this year. Why? It has two screens. With the ZTE Axon M, you can watch Netflix and message a friend at the same time. Here’s what we think of it in our review.
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Whether it's robots or smartphones, artificial intelligence or the best sounding audio products, Japan has always been at the forefront of any conversation about how technology is changing our lives. We recently spent several weeks in Tokyo discovering not only what some of the biggest names in new tech are creating, but also taking advantage […]
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Bungie addressed players' complaints regarding Destiny 2's endgame content and lack of transparency and revealed plans to fix them. The game's Curse of Osiris expansion is out on December 5.
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Google recently landed a patent that will enable notebooks to automatically open and close their lids with a simple touch of a finger. It also describes a similar touch-free method using a sensor that detects your proximity.
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Continuing a tradition started in 1966, the Leica Noctilux-M 75mm offers an exceptionally shallow depth of field mixed with a short focusing distance for dramatic bokeh. The manual focus lens comes in at a luxury price, however.
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On November 2nd, a rogue Twitter employee temporarily deactivated the Twitter account belonging to President Donald Trump. After initially reporting that it had been an error, Twitter said that the action had been taken by a contractor on his last day. Now, after a global manhunt by journalists, the former employee revealed himself to TechCrunch. His name is Bahtiyar Duysak, a German citizen of Turkish descent, and he worked for Twitter as a contractor with a firm named Pro Unlimited.
Duysak said the move was “a mistake” and told TechCrunch he never thought the account would actually be deactivated. He attributed the deactivation to a series of unspecified “coincidences” that had occurred on his final day. “I had a wild time in...
