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Israel admits bombing suspected Syrian nuclear reactor in 2007, warns Iran

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By stephen farrell JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israel for the first time admitted that it bombed a suspected Syrian nuclear reactor in 2007 and said on Wednesday the strike should be a warning to Iran that it would not be allowed to develop nuclear weapons. The military released previously classified cockpit footage, photographs and intelligence documents about its Sept. 6, 2007, air strike on the Al-Kubar facility near Deir al-Zor in eastern Syria. It said the reactor was being constructed with help from North Korea and had been months away from activation. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2FSwnOW via Latest News

Kellyanne Conway warns college kids to avoid fentanyl

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On Thursday, White House counselor Kellyanne Conway, President Trump’s pick to lead the fight against opioid abuse, warns an audience of college kids to avoid fentanyl. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2HXGrTw via Latest News

What's behind Trump's charges about Andrew McCabe's wife?

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President Trump hints there was something nefarious about the wife of Andrew McCabe, the fired FBI official, accepting a campaign contribution from the former Democratic governor of Virginia. What’s the real story? from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2IJvnul via Latest News

The Latest: Somali-American police group defends ex-officer

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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Latest on the former Minneapolis police officer charged with killing unarmed Australian woman (all times local): from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2IIzruU via Latest News

Kristin Davis Endorses Cynthia Nixon for Governor of New York Because Friendships Never Go Out of Style

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"I am thrilled to support her and I know that she cares deeply about the issues facing all of us" from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2G1rtLn via Latest News

Best Used SUVs Under $10,000

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Man Dies After Getting Head Stuck In Movie Theater Seat

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A man who got his head stuck in a reclining movie seat has died as a result of from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2IGrMx4 via Latest News

Parkland students to Congress: tighten gun laws or risk 'killing America's future'

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The students who have shaped a national debate over gun laws have warned the US Congress to take action or risk “killing the future of America”. As activists prepare to take to the streets in Washington and elsewhere on Saturday for the March for Our Lives, students from the Marjory Stoneman Douglas high school urged lawmakers on Capitol Hill to heed their calls and enact stricter gun laws. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2pyaYk5 via Latest News

Syria rebels depart eastern Ghouta town on government buses in first surrender

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BEIRUT/DAMASCUS (Reuters) - Syrian rebels withdrew in busloads from a town in eastern Ghouta on Thursday and handed it over to the army, the first such surrender since one of the fiercest campaigns of the seven-year war began more than a month ago. The Ahrar al-Sham group's decision to accept the army's terms and abandon the town of Harasta puts the government on course for its biggest victory over rebels since the battle of Aleppo in 2016. After dark fell on Thursday, around 30 buses carrying rebel fighters and their families left Harasta. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2pvMaIk via Latest News

These are the world's best airports of 2018

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With sunflower and butterfly gardens, rooftop swimming pool, free foot massages, and a newly introduced fully automated check-in and boarding process, Singapore's Changi Airport has nabbed the title of world's best airport for the sixth year in a row.  from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2Gdloil via Latest News

FBI Dir. Wray: Russian Hacks of US Infrastructure 'The Real Deal'

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Rachel Maddow shares some of NBC News' exclusive interview by Pete Williams of FBI Director Chris Wray and notes that not only did Donald Trump not mention the UK poisonings when he called Vladimir Putin. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2puUN6W via Latest News

2 Wisconsin police officers cleared in fatal shooting

RACINE, Wis. (AP) — Two Wisconsin police officers who fatally shot a black man they say ran from a traffic stop were justified in killing him because he displayed a handgun, a prosecutor announced Tuesday. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2ptMXdM via Latest News

Pennsylvania Supreme Court Chief Scolds His Own Party For Trying To Impeach Justices

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Several Kushner Properties In New York City Are Under Investigation For Alleged 'Illegal Activity'

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The firm has responded by saying that it is the victim of "politically motivated attacks." from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2HXn10W via Latest News

Mark Zuckerberg Says He May Never Be 'The Right Person' To Testify Before Congress

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Russian FM threatens to 'hit back' at Britain over spy poisoning

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Russia's foreign minister threatened Wednesday to retaliate against Britain for "anti-Russian measures", with the two countries at loggerheads over the poisoning of a spy in southern England. Lavrov urged the British government to "respond calmly" over the March 4 attack on former spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia, who remain in critical condition. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2GSuK0T via Latest News

Miccosukee tribe seizes non-native dad's newborn in hospital

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MIAMI (AP) — A tribal court for a sovereign Indian nation in Florida ordered the return of an infant Thursday that was taken from her parents, a Miccosukee mother and a white father, at a Miami-area hospital. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2DKEYxi via Latest News

Trump: If I fought Biden, he would go down 'crying'

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President Trump said Thursday that former Vice President Joe Biden shouldn't go around threatening people — though he himself as a history of doing so. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2HZeMBF via Latest News

Austin bombings: Police hunt for motive as they search home of suspect Mark Anthony Conditt - as it happened

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The suspect thought to be behind a spate of bomb attacks in Austin, Texas, has been killed in an explosion after being cornered by police. Police in Texas are hunting for clues as to what drove the unemployed young man to apparently launch a bombing spree that terrorised the region. While searching for possible accomplices and warning people to be on the alert for suspicious packages, officials said that 23-year-old Mark Anthony Conditt is suspected of posting and triggering the bombs that killed two people and injured six. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2pvL3sp via Latest News

YouTube gun ban drives bloggers to PornHub

The video-sharing site has banned videos that show people how to manufacture or modify guns. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2pvwlSN via Online Shopping in Pakistan

Cambridge Analytica taken to court over data storage

A US professor wants the company to hand over all the data it has on him and explain exactly how it got it. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2IHinFH via Online Shopping in Pakistan

Facebook data - do we get what we deserve?

Who is at fault over the Facebook data row - did people hand over too much information too easily? from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2pyOIpl via Online Shopping in Pakistan

Uber self-driving crash: Footage shows moment before impact

Police release footage of the moments leading up to a crash involving a self-driving car in Arizona. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2FUdT0v via Online Shopping in Pakistan

Toys R Us founder dies as the retailer collapses - CNET

Charles Lazarus founded Toys R Us in 1949. He died at the age of 94. from CNET http://ift.tt/2pzKL3L via Mobiles

Craigslist axes personal ads after sex trafficking bill passes - CNET

Legislation is intended is to curb online sex trafficking by holding website operators more accountable for their users' activities. from CNET http://ift.tt/2pAxit2 via Mobiles

How Daniel Bryan's comeback could change WWE - CNET

After being sidelined for three years, Daniel Bryan announced Tuesday he's medically cleared to return to the ring. Fans are extremely happy about this. from CNET http://ift.tt/2DMrVeO via Mobiles

2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback finally gets key tech for NY debut - Roadshow

With rakish looks, next-gen advanced driver assist features and long-overdue Apple CarPlay compatibility, Toyota's new five-door has come to play. from CNET http://ift.tt/2IKkbxx via Mobiles

'Santa Clarita Diet' season 2 now on Netflix - CNET

The dark comedy starring Drew Barrymore and Timothy Olyphant returns for a 10-episode run. from CNET http://ift.tt/2G4ERym via Mobiles

Disney yanks rumored 'Last Jedi' royal stormtrooper clip - CNET

It's a royal bummer for those who were hoping to spot Prince William and Prince Harry in a deleted Star Wars clip that briefly circulated. from CNET http://ift.tt/2u89CAY via Mobiles

Anglerfish mating looks like deep-sea nightmare in rare video - CNET

Watch the first-ever footage of anglerfish engaged in their violently gruesome mating ritual. "It was really a shocker for me," one scientist says of the footage. from CNET http://ift.tt/2Gfp5El via Mobiles

Up close with the Atari VCS (formerly Ataribox) - CNET

The 80's are coming to a console near you. from CNET http://ift.tt/2HWgGmu via Mobiles

Was Uber's driverless car crash avoidable? Experts say yes - CNET

After watching a dashboard video of the fatal collision, some autonomous vehicle analysts say the car's sensors should've detected the pedestrian. from CNET http://ift.tt/2Gj7Kui via Mobiles

DOJ says AT&T-Time Warner merger will raise pay-TV prices - CNET

In the trial to block AT&T’s $85 billion merger with Time Warner, the government argues in its opening statement that consumers will pay more for TV if the deal goes through. from CNET http://ift.tt/2FWPrvt via Mobiles

AI can quickly and accurately analyze heart scans, study says - CNET

Researchers find machine learning can classify heart anatomy on an ultrasound scan faster, more accurately and more efficiently than a human. from CNET http://ift.tt/2pyArJi via Mobiles

The Ocean Project is coming for the Great Garbage Patch video - CNET

Engineers are months away from deploying a project that will try to reduce the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, a massive collection of plastic floating between California and Hawaii. from CNET http://ift.tt/2Gg4saV via Mobiles

Deadpool 2 trailer is out, and the Merc is just as mouthy - CNET

Star Ryan Reynolds is as inappropriate and snarky as before in the first traditional trailer for the sequel. from CNET http://ift.tt/2G2OopO via Mobiles

Chris Evans is done playing Captain America after 'Avengers 4' - CNET

The actor is moving on, and it's unclear what this means for his character's onscreen fate. But fans have more than a year to speculate about it. from CNET http://ift.tt/2G3V3jA via Mobiles

Atlanta computer systems held hostage in ransomware attack - CNET

Files on city computer systems have been encrypted, according to a ransom note that demands payment in bitcoin. from CNET http://ift.tt/2FWMRpr via Mobiles

Gun channel moves to Pornhub after YouTube gun video ban - CNET

InRange TV cites new YouTube policy cracking down on gun videos as reason for move. from CNET http://ift.tt/2IN8qqg via Mobiles

What's the point of a smart weather station? - CNET

Besides better forecasts, smart weather stations can roll local conditions into your home-automation scheme. from CNET http://ift.tt/2FX6aPo via Mobiles

Apple must warn about China privacy risk, says Amnesty International - CNET

The human rights group launches a campaign to pressure Apple after it moved iCloud data controls to China. But Apple says it's been very clear with its customers. from CNET http://ift.tt/2DNd2Jg via Mobiles

Mark Zuckerberg answers key questions in scandal, but many remain - CNET

Facebook’s CEO says that he's sorry about the Cambridge Analytica scandal affecting "tens of millions" and that he'd be willing to testify before Congress. from CNET http://ift.tt/2FWjsM4 via Mobiles

Social-media alternatives to Facebook - CNET

Fed up with Facebook? There are other ways to stay connected to friends and family. from CNET http://ift.tt/2IIeBMh via Mobiles

Is Facebook's apology over Cambridge Analytica enough? (The 3:59, Ep. 374) - CNET

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg goes on an apology tour, Huawei loses a key partner in Best Buy, and Etsy lays out its plan for the future. from CNET http://ift.tt/2GhlmpR via Mobiles

Senate Democrats push Trump to hire science adviser - CNET

The Office of Science and Technology Policy, with dramatically reduced staff, still has no leader, and Democrats in Congress aren't happy about that. from CNET http://ift.tt/2IMpFrI via Mobiles

China's Tiangong-1 satellite isn't the only space junk above us - CNET

It's not just China's Tiangong-1 space station that poses a potential threat. An informal census of debris in orbit finds lots of explosive potential floating around up there. from CNET http://ift.tt/2pA2Tub via Mobiles

Sony's new A8F OLED TV isn't any cheaper than the old one - CNET

At $2,800 for the 55-inch size, it's also $300 more than the cheapest 2018 LG model announced so far. from CNET http://ift.tt/2pyFF7B via Mobiles

Samsung Galaxy Note9 likely to feature in-display fingerprint sensor, report says

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Last we heard, KGI's research analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said the Samsung Galaxy Note9 will not come with a fingerprint reader under its display. Yet now a new report from Samsung's home country of South Korea is claiming otherwise. The Korea Herald says the tech giant is likely to go for an in-display fingerprint sensor on this year's Galaxy Note series smartphone. "Samsung Display has prepared three or four solutions for Samsung Electronics to embed the fingerprint sensor inside of the main display, and both are seriously considering one of the solutions," the media cites one of its... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2u94sVG via IFTTT

Samsung investigating Galaxy S9 touch screen problems

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Samsung has issued an official statement saying the company is looking into reports of Galaxy S9 having touch screen issues. The company says the reports are currently limited in number, and affected users are being encouraged to contact Samsung directly. Here's the complete statement: At Samsung, customer satisfaction is core to our business and we aim to deliver the best possible experience. We are looking into a limited number of reports of Galaxy S9/S9+ touchscreen responsiveness issues. We are working with affected customers and investigating. We encourage any customer with... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2HZAghN via IFTTT

LG may be developing microLED screens for smartphones, trademark filings reveal

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LG has filed the necessary paperwork for three new trademarks in the EU, and all of these are about marketing microLED displays. The trademarks the company wants to own are XµLED, SµLED, and XLµLED. If LG is granted these and actually plans on using them in shipping products, we're not sure how well they will be received - it's a bit weird to go with "µLED" instead of "microLED", that might result in people having issues with reading the names. Anyway, according to the filings, these trademarks are primarily for "mobile phones, smart phones". So far we've seen a huge microLED TV... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2pw5TZq via IFTTT

First Samsung Galaxy Note9 firmwares unearthed

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Samsung has started developing the software of the Galaxy Note9, which is coming this Fall. The software carries two firmware versions - N960FXXE0ARB7 and N960FXXU0ARC5. Reports show that Samsung has started work on the Galaxy Note9's software earlier than it did for the Galaxy Note8, which could point to an earlier release of the device. However since the difference is just two weeks it's not gonna be a major change. The Galaxy Note9 could be Samsung's first smartphone with an under the screen fingerprint scanner although some rumors suggest it won't be. It will undoubtedly use... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2FV7iD2 via IFTTT

Samsung Pay launches in Italy

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"Quanto costa?" asks Samsung Pay as it launches in Italy, its 21st market. The service works just about anywhere that credit and debit cards are accepted - both NFC and the older magnetic type. Besides paying, you can also take advantage of membership cards and promo coupons to bring down the price. Samsung Pay also has some exclusive deals in Italy - users get up to 20% discounts on some popular brands, including Moleskin, Daybreak Hotel, EF Education and Leroy Merlin. Samsung Pay is available on multiple Galaxy phones, including the new Galaxy S9 and S9+, but also Galaxy A and... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2G4NMjz via IFTTT

Oppo A1 quietly unveiled in China, goes on sale April 1

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Oppo is bolstering its entry-level range with the introduction of the Oppo A1. It has a tall-aspect 18:9 5.7-inch S-IPS LCD, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage and a 3,180 mAh battery. There's a lone 13MP camera on the back and a fixed-focus 8MP selfie camera. The Oppo A1 lacks a fingerprint scanner but makes do with Face recognition entry. Oppo will start selling the A1 on April 1 in China in Cherry Red and Dark Blue for CNY 1399 - or around €179. Via from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2puQU1Q via IFTTT

Ticwatch E and S Android Wear watches now available in Europe at £120/£150

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Mobvoi's Ticwatch S and E smartwatches are now available in Europe. The letters stand for "Sport" and "Express" respectively and the designs have already won awards - an iF Product Design award for the S and Good Design Award for the E. Anyway, the straps are the major difference between the two. The Ticwatch S has a GPS antenna built into the breathable wrist strap for superior reception. The watch also has a sporty bezel with minute markings. Mobvoi Ticwatch in Knight, Aurora and Glacier colors The Ticwatch E also has a built-in GPS receiver, though its antenna is in the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2GdpW8G via IFTTT

Hublot introduces its first smartwatch with Wear OS

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Google rebranded its wearable OS last week, and now we see one of the first smartwatches to be announced with Wear OS.Hublot, in partnership with FIFA, named the device Big Bang Referee 2018 World Cup Russia and will produce only 2,018 units, including custom-made versions for each referee during the tournament. Hublot is a luxury watch brand, so you should expect nothing short of glamour in this device. It will be constructed of titanium and Kevlar inside the 13,9 mm thick body. The default watchface will be an analog watch, giving the impression it is a standard conventional... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2G1j36J via IFTTT

Oppo partners with Dolby to add HE-AAC and JPEG-HDR to its phones

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"Dolby is a leader in creating spectacular sight and sound experiences, and we are excited to partner with them to further our innovation and global growth," said Adler Feng, Director of Oppo IP Department as he signed a partnership that will encompass HE-AAC and JPEG-HDR. High-Efficiency Advanced Audio Coding is optimized for low-bitrate applications and especially streaming. HE-AAC is used by Netflix, Amazon Video, Google Play, Pandora and others. JPEG-HDR is a Dolby format and is a backwards compatible way to store High Dynamic Range images. The image is tone-mapped to SDR (which is... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2pwkBj8 via IFTTT

Apple to start trial production of next-gen iPhones soon

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Apple reportedly wants to switch over from Touch ID to Face ID this year, but it won't repeat the mistakes of the iPhone X. Component shortages delayed the lucrative flagship and limited availability early on. This time around Apple will start its trial production run much earlier to make sure everything is running smoothly. This will kick off in the second quarter this year. The info comes from Taiwanese IC design houses, which expect to see their revenues go up soon. Keep in mind that the next-gen iPhones are not due until late Q3 (likely September again). For comparison, Apple started... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2pwuwFt via IFTTT

Xiaomi launches three new travel backpacks in India

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Xiaomi has launched three new travel backpacks in India. Called the Mi Casual Backpack, Mi City Backpack, and the Mi Travel Backpack, these join the previously launched Mi Business Backpack in Xiaomi's accessory lineup. The Mi Casual Backpack has a checkered pattern design that comes in black, gray and blue. The material is 600D polyester and waterproof. The bag has two main compartments and a side pocket for bottles or umbrellas. It can accomodate a 15.6-inch laptop along with some books and other accessories for everyday use. It's priced at INR 899 ($13). The Mi City... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2IJnJQL via IFTTT

Three new Samsung Galaxy J phones spotted ahead of launch

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A month after patenting Galaxy J3 Star and Galaxy J7 Star, Samsung expands its celestial patent portfolio with two new entries. The Korean giant received a patent from the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for the names Galaxy J3 Orbit and Galaxy J7 Crown. In the same time, the highly rumored Galaxy J8 2018 is closer to a launch after a device with product number SM-J800FN was just certified by Wi-Fi Alliance. The phone will use a/b/g/n band connectivity, while earlier specs suggested Exynos 7870 chipset with an octa-core CPU. Samsung's own understanding of the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2DJvrXj via IFTTT

Latest Xiaomi Mi Mix 2s teaser video is a Pacific Rim crossover

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Xiaomi changed gears fast - from Van Gogh and Strauss straight to kaiju. Yup, the latest teaser video for the Mi Mix 2s is a cross-promotion effort with the new Pacific Rim movie. Apparently, they don't hire just anyone to be on the Mix design team. If you want in, you'll have to spend years designing and building a giant monster-fighting robot. Makes you wonder what Philippe Starck did to be in charge of that team. Fantasy aside, you do get to see the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2s itself briefly at the end of the video. Via from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2GdLZMh via IFTTT

Nubia V18 is now official, 4000 mAh battery in tow

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Yet another smartphone went official in China this week - the Nubia V18. It's made of metal and packs a notch-less screen, which is the trending thing now. The Nubia V18 has a 6.01" LCD screen of 1,080 x 2,160 pixels and runs on the Snapdragon 625 chipset (8x A53 CPU, Adreno 506 GPU) with 4GB of RAM. The V18 has a single 13MP main camera with f/2.2 lens and a LED flash, placed in a way that oddly mimics a dual-camera setup. There is an 8MP f/2.0 selfie shooter at the front. Other notable specs include 64GB expandable storage, hybrid dual-SIM slot, a rear-mounted... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2FSUUTW via IFTTT

AT&T Samsung Galaxy S8+ also gets Oreo

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AT&T started pushing Android Oreo to the Galaxy S8 units on its network two days ago and now the Galaxy S8+ is also getting a taste of the new OS. The company issued a support page on the software update to Oreo 8.0, revealing what is new in the package. Samsung Galaxy S8+ The build number R16NW.G955USQU2CRB9 is 1.51 GB in size and along with the new OS that has notification dots, autofill and better picture-in-picture mode, it also comes with February 1 security patch. There is also Samsung Experience 9.0 that was recently introduced along with the Galaxy S9. You should... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2ua6aWH via IFTTT

No, this isn't the LG G7 in Lime Green

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LG decided to scrap the G7 project and start all over again, leading to a delayed launch of the flagship. We showed you the possibly canceled device last month, and now a presentation slide of the G7 in Lime Green color appeared online, leaking from an LG computer at MWC 2018. The poster also includes the line "Life's Good when you play more" that was the leading marketing slogan for the LG G5 launch back in 2016. The phone should come "with LG ThinQ Mods", suggesting a modular design, but the image is fake even if the device itself aligns with previous rumors . The LG G7 should... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2FTCbrl via IFTTT

Samsung unveils Exynos 7 9610 with 480fps slow-mo support

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Samsung has just announced its latest Exynos 9610 SoC - it's part of the Exynos 7 series, which typically powers upper mid-range smartphones such as company's A lineup. The new Exynos 9610 has an octa-core processor with 4x Cortex-A73 cores running at 2.3GHz and 4x Cortex-A53 ones clocked at 1.6GHz. The GPU in charge of graphics is Mali-G72MP3, a good upgrade over the Mali-G71MP2 in the previous Series 7 chip. The Exynos 9610 has a new ISP with support for 4K @ 120fps video recording and Full HD @ 480fps slow-mo capturing. A camera coupled with this SoC will be able of stacking... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2pveF9R via IFTTT

Chrome to completely block videos from autoplaying with sound

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Google Chrome stopped autoplaying videos with sound on specific websites with a right-click option when version 64 was launched. Today the company posted the code, introducing a new set of criteria that sites should meet in order to be able to play videos with sound. The list is so long that practically no tab will autoplay with sound once Chrome 66 is released. According to Chromium Blog, the user must have tapped or clicked on the site while browsing in order to begin autoplay with sound. On mobile, the site has to have been added to the Home Screen. Desktop users has to have... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2pxoWlk via IFTTT

vivo V9 has notched screen and a 24MP AI selfie camera

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Today vivo unveiled the selfie-centric vivo V9 with a 24MP selfie camera and a 16MP+5MP dual camera on the back, both equipped with AI-bolstered portrait mode. The vivo V9 is powered by a Snapdragon 626 chipset with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. It runs vivo's heavily skinned UI on top of Android 8.1 Oreo. On the front, the vivo V9 packs a 19:9 6.3-inch IPS LCD with nearly no bezel and a notch on the top - about the same as the screen on the recently-announced vivo X21. Said notch houses the selfie camera which powers the AI Face Access feature, allowing you to unlock the vivo V9... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2FYlmYp via IFTTT

Samsung Galaxy S9 ARCore support coming soon

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Google's ARCore SDK currently doesn't support Samsung's latest flagship smartphones - the Galaxy S9 and S9+. However, that's going to change soon. As per a member of Google AR team, support for these devices is coming soon. Here's exactly what they said: Support for the S9 and S9+ will be added in the next release, which should be released in the coming weeks. In case you aren't aware, ARCore is Google's answer to Apple's ARKit. It's aimed at enabling augmented reality experiences for existing and upcoming Android smartphones without the need for any additional hardware. The... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2GSpcDI via IFTTT

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China asks US to pull back "from the brink" of a trade war as it announces possible tariffs on pork, wine and fruit. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2IMEpGL via Online Shopping

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Move follows concerns that banks may have been wrongly favoured by inexperienced staff. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2G1PFgO via Online Shopping

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Plans for a third runway should be improved, MPs say, but not before safeguarding issues are addressed. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2Gd8Qrr via Online Shopping

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The US trade representative says the import duties have been "paused" while further talks take place. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2ucVFC0 via Online Shopping

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The Wall Street bank joins a growing corporate backlash against gun violence in the US. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2Gh0tLC via Online Shopping

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The firm Charles Lazarus founded in 1948 said last week it was game over for its US and UK stores. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2FZ2Umr via Online Shopping

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UK rates remain unchanged at 0.5% but two Bank of England policymakers vote in favour of an increase. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2DLMsQN via Online Shopping

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Trade body ISBA is meeting with the embattled social networking firm following a data breach. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2FYoMKJ via Online Shopping

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The existing UK supplier plans to appeal against the decision to use a Franco-Dutch firm after Brexit. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2pAnMpk via Online Shopping

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Retail trade have beaten expectations but the Beast from the East may stamp out growth. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2Gb70ax via Online Shopping

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Police release footage of the moments leading up to a crash involving a self-driving car in Arizona. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2FUdT0v via Online Shopping

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Shareholders have approved a deal that could award shares worth billions to Tesla's chief executive. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2HPicXi via Online Shopping

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Lenders to the struggling fashion retailer agree a restructuring plan in a bid to stay afloat. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2u6PKOS via Online Shopping

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Big advertisers are wary about working with Facebook after its recent data scandal, says M&C Saatchi founding director David Kershaw. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2G2EmF0 via Online Shopping

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Culture Secretary says procurement process for replacement passports post-Brexit is not yet complete. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2GQs9EJ via Online Shopping

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He tells BBC Breakfast losing the post-Brexit passport printing contract was a shock. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2pvW64I via Online Shopping

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A newly-released video shows the moments leading up to a crash involving a self-driving car in Arizona. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2FUKxzc via Online Shopping

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Michelle Fernandes launched her own fashion brand because she wasn't being given opportunities by her employers. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2FQoTfr via Online Shopping

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The bloc's tax system was designed for companies with a physical presence, not digital businesses, says Pierre Moscovici, the EU's economics affairs commissioner. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2DIb4ty via Online Shopping

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State Quarterly Personal Income, 4th quarter 2017; State Annual Personal Income, 2017 (preliminary)

State Quarterly Personal Income, 4th quarter 2017; State Annual Personal Income, 2017 (preliminary) State personal income increased 3.1 percent on average in 2017, after increasing 2.3 percent in 2016. In 2017, personal income increased in all states and the District of Columbia except one, North Dakota. The percent change in personal income across all states ranged from 4.8 percent in Washington to -0.3 percent in North Dakota. Full Text Published March 22, 2018 at 05:30PM Read more at bea.gov

U.S. International Transactions, 4th quarter and Year 2017

U.S. International Transactions, 4th quarter and Year 2017 The U.S. current-account deficit increased to $128.2 billion (preliminary) in the fourth quarter of 2017 from $101.5 billion (revised) in the third quarter, according to statistics released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The deficit was 2.6 percent of current- dollar gross domestic product (GDP) in the fourth quarter, up from 2.1 percent in the third quarter. Full Text Published March 21, 2018 at 05:30PM Read more at bea.gov

Trump's Department Of Homeland Security Is Cruelly Separating Asylum-Seeking Families

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