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Fortnite sued for 'copying' rival game PUBG
The makers of the hit video game are accused of copying rival PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds.
Tuesday, May 29, 2018
Monday, May 28, 2018
For the Best and Smartest Audio, Stick With Apple or Google
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For the Best and Smartest Audio, Stick With Apple or Google
Alexa’s fine, but if you want superior audio with your AI, try one of these chatty speakers.
Boost Your Nintendo Switch Experience With These Accessories
A rich ecosystem of Switch add-ons makes Nintendo’s compact console even more fun.
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YouTube stars' fury over algorithm tests
The website says it has been manipulating the subscription feed for some viewers.
Bulgarians tweeting in Cyrillic confused for Russian bots
The use of the Cyrillic alphabet is one way Twitter tries to identify Russian automated accounts.
Sunday, May 27, 2018
Battlefield V May Give Players a More Realistic View of WWII
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Battlefield V May Give Players a More Realistic View of WWII
The popular first-person shooter video game franchise Battlefield, which made its debut almost 16 years ago, will return to its World War II roots this summer. Battlefield V was unveiled this week in an online presentation hosted by comedian Trevor Noah, who sat down with the game's development team and discussed what gamers can expect when the title arrives this fall. One surprise is that with Battlefield V, publisher Electronic Arts will not use its "premium pass" release structure for downloadable content.BBC News - Technology
Dota 2: UK major tournament to 'inspire' fans
Organisers say they hope hosting the event in Birmingham will drive more UK players to compete.
Saturday, May 26, 2018
Gadget Lab Podcast: The Very Human Element of Self-Driving Cars
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Gadget Lab Podcast: The Very Human Element of Self-Driving Cars
WIRED’s Alex Davies and Aarian Marshall join this week’s Gadget Lab podcast to talk all things transportation–and yes, that includes Elon Musk.
Friday, May 25, 2018
Google and Facebook accused of breaking GDPR laws
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Google and Facebook accused of breaking GDPR laws
Complaints against the web giants are filed on the first day of the EU's new data protection law.
Thursday, May 24, 2018
Uber to open Paris lab for flying taxis
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Uber to open Paris lab for flying taxis
Ride-hailing firm wants to create a sky-based taxi service and is investing in France to make it happen.
GDPR quiz: How will data privacy law affect you?
Test your knowledge of how the EU's data protection law could affect you.
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35 Best Memorial Day Sales (2018): Laptops, TVs, Appliances
Summer has begun, and so have a lot of 2018 Memorial Day sales on TVs, laptops, robovacs, appliances, and more.
Europe's New Data Protections Will Affect You Too. Here's How.
Yes, they mainly affect those who live inside the EU. But non-Europeans should pay attention too.
Wednesday, May 23, 2018
Bell Labs' Gadget Communicates Human Emotions Through Touch
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Bell Labs' Gadget Communicates Human Emotions Through Touch
Thanks to some innovations at Bell Labs, you’ll soon be able to express your heart through your sleeve.
Tuesday, May 22, 2018
Sony takes controlling stake in EMI Music Publishing
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Sony takes controlling stake in EMI Music Publishing
The deal gives the Japanese firm more than two million songs by artists including Queen and Alicia Keys.
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Rhino-Saving Tech Also Could Protect Kids and Borders
Cisco has reduced the poaching of endangered rhinos in Africa by a whopping 96 percent. This success comes at a time when kids appear to be increasingly at risk from rogue school shooters and The United States government seems deadlocked on gun control. Guns kill rhinos as well, but the focus of Cisco's tech is on catching the poachers who kill around 1,000 endangered rhinos a year, rather than on taking away their weapons of choice. Where implemented, the solution has all but eliminated the problem.Monday, May 21, 2018
U-turn over Facebook chief's EU meeting
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U-turn over Facebook chief's EU meeting
Mark Zuckerberg agrees to allow his session with European politicians to be broadcast on the web.
Banking by mobile app 'to overtake online by 2019'
The growth in banking via smartphone apps puts more branches at risk of closure, forecasts suggest.
Artificial intelligence can be weapon in cancer fight, PM to say
Smart technologies can sift through data to help the NHS spot diseases quicker, the PM is to say.
New internet laws pledged as social media firms snub talks
Only four of 14 firms invited for talks turned up, culture secretary admits, as he pledges new laws.
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Best Nintendo Switch Deals and Console Bundles (2018)
The best Nintendo Switch console deals and bundle prices. Also the games and essentials you'll want on day one.
Sunday, May 20, 2018
Tomorrow's cities: Park with four seasons under one roof
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Tomorrow's cities: Park with four seasons under one roof
Four seasons park explores need for greener cities and looks at how climate change affects urban spaces.
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Best Weekend Tech Deals: Apple Watch, Neck Massagers, Monitors
Computer monitors, TVs, laptops, desktops, and even the Apple Watch are all on sale this weekend.
Saturday, May 19, 2018
Gadget Lab Podcast: How to Make Bike Commuting Less Daunting
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Gadget Lab Podcast: How to Make Bike Commuting Less Daunting
“Bikes” Calore makes a case for why everyone should bike more–and tells you the gear you need to do it right.
How to Not Watch the Royal Wedding
You have been invited to virtually attend Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's marriage this weekend. But frankly, you don't give a damn.
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The apps designed to help mental health
New apps and platforms are seen as a way to reach younger people with mental health conditions.
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New Xbox Controller Could Open Whole New World to Gamers With Disabilities
Microsoft has introduced its new Xbox Adaptive Controller, designed specifically for gamers with disabilities. The new hardware can be used for game play with an Xbox One console or Windows 10 PC, and it offers Bluetooth plug-and-play compatibility. It supports Xbox Wireless Controller features such as button remapping, and it connects to external buttons, switches, joysticks and mounts. Microsoft developed the Xbox Adaptive Controller to enable gamers with physical disabilities to customize their respective setups.Friday, May 18, 2018
Budget-Friendly Surface Tablet May Horn In on iPad's Turf
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Budget-Friendly Surface Tablet May Horn In on iPad's Turf
Microsoft plans to release a line of Surface tablets priced in the $400 range later this year, according to a report. The tablets are expected to have 10-inch screens and rounded edges, and USB-C connectivity -- a first in Microsoft tablets. They will be about 20 percent lighter than the Surface Pros, and their battery life will be about four hours shy of the 13.5-inch Surface Pro, based on the report. "It's entirely possible that this rumored Surface is the real deal," said Strategy Analytics' Eric Smith.BBC News - Technology
Cambridge Analytica starts bankruptcy proceedings in US
The firm at the centre of the Facebook data row has filed legal papers that will see it wound up.
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Bike Commuter Buying Guide: 14 City Cycling Essentials
Even if you’re not a cycling pro, this stuff will help you ride to work like one.
Thursday, May 17, 2018
China car app Didi updates safety measures after murder
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China car app Didi updates safety measures after murder
The country's equivalent of Uber is overhauling a service following the murder of a female passenger
Xbox Adaptive Controller a 'first' for disabled gamers
Newsbeat's been given exclusive access to Microsoft's Xbox Adaptive Controller, a 'first' for disabled gamers.
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Graduation Gift Ideas: The 16 Best Gifts For Your Recent College Grad
Here are 16 of the best graduation gift ideas for the newly-minted grad in your life.
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How to Back Up iPhone Data to an External Drive
A recent incident reminded me of the importance of backing up one's phone regularly. Soon after carrying my recycling out to the curbside, I realized I had misplaced my 6-month-old iPhone. Cue brief panic, followed by deep concern that I'd somehow tossed my device into that transparent bag I'd left outside for the world to see. That led me to yelling "Hey, Siri" a few times around my apartment until the familiar chime sounded, revealing my trusty phone was hiding on a stepladder underneath a coat. Phew.Wednesday, May 16, 2018
Smart SoPhy socks send data to your physiotherapist
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Smart SoPhy socks send data to your physiotherapist
The socks have three sensors reading weight distribution, movement and orientation of the foot.
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Highly Sensitive Encrypted Email at Risk of Exposure
A newfound flaw in email clients that use PGP and S/MIME to encrypt messages can be exploited to expose the plain text of the missives, according to a new paper. By injecting malicious snippets of text into encrypted messages, attackers can use the flaw to make the email client exfiltrate decrypted copies of the emails, explained the authors, a team of researchers from three European universities. Malicious action is triggered as soon as a recipient opens a single crafted email from an attacker, they wrote.Shuttleworth on Ubuntu 18.04: Multicloud Is the New Normal
Canonical has released the Ubuntu 18.04 LTS platform for desktop, server, cloud and Internet of Things use. Its debut followed a two-year development phase that led to innovations in cloud solutions for enterprises, as well as smoother integrations with private and public cloud services, and new tools for container and virtual machine operations. The latest release drives new efficiencies in computing and focuses on the big surge in artificial intelligence and machine learning, said Canonical CEO Mark Shuttleworth.Gear Latest
RAVPower Wireless Charger Deal: Save 30 Percent
Grab a discount on RAVPower's fast, beautiful wireless chargers until the end of May.
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
Want an Xbox One X? It's $100 Off Right Now
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Want an Xbox One X? It's $100 Off Right Now
For a new console like the Xbox One X, this $100 discount is pretty amazing.
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Is this a pigeon? A 2011 meme reincarnated in 2018
"It's like my son got elected president and then got a full face tattoo," says translator of 'Is this a pigeon?' fame.
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Tech Career Checklist: Aggressive Diversity, Cold Cash
I've become convinced that too many of us don't prioritize our employment choices properly. What recently drew my attention to this was a conversation I had with Dell's CFO Tom Sweet at Dell Technology World. We were chatting about Dell's problem attracting employees. Because Dell is a private company, few employees get stock or stock options -- they get cash instead. It seems that has put Dell at a disadvantage when competing for top folks. However, I started to wonder whether Dell's employees were at an advantage rather than a disadvantage.Monday, May 14, 2018
Twitter fails to take down Xanax adverts
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Twitter fails to take down Xanax adverts
Pfizer experts say the fake pills have been found to contain rat poison, insecticides and lead paint.
Sunday, May 13, 2018
Best Pet Cameras: Furbo, Petzi, Petchatz, Pawbo
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Best Pet Cameras: Furbo, Petzi, Petchatz, Pawbo
These cameras developed especially for pet owners let you check up on your dog or cat—and feed them treats—over the internet.
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Spotify's New Anti-Hate Policy Muzzles R. Kelly
Spotify has announced a new policy governing hate content and hateful conduct. The service identified as hate content anything that expressly and principally promotes, advocates or incites hatred or violence against a group or individual, based on characteristics including race, religion, gender identity, sex, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability. It may remove that content, in consultation with rights holders, or refrain from promoting or including it on its playlists.Saturday, May 12, 2018
Google to warn when humans chat with convincing bots
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Google to warn when humans chat with convincing bots
Humans will be told if they are talking to bots that can convincingly mimic human speech.
Friday, May 11, 2018
Best 4K Streaming Device (2018): Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, Chromecast
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Best 4K Streaming Device (2018): Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, Chromecast
We compare the best 4K HDR TV media streaming devices from Roku, Google, Apple, and Amazon.
Are Air Fryers Worth It?
Can the trendy, expensive countertop air fryer outperform a simple sheet pan in an oven?
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Android P Tackles Phone Addiction, Distraction
Google has revealed some major new features in the next version of its Android operating system for mobile devices. Now in public beta, the OS known as "Android P" includes features designed to address growing concerns about phone addiction and distraction. For example, a dashboard will show users how often, when and for how long they use each application on their phone. What's more, they can set time limits on usage. With the help of artificial intelligence, Android P also will watch how a user handles notifications.BBC News - Technology
Self-driving pods for the Lake District and other news
BBC Click's Marc Cieslak looks at the some the best technology news stories of the week.
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