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A New Northern California Wildfire Forces More Evacuations

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Firefighters in California found themselves facing a new blaze that erupted Tuesday and drove through a rural area near a national forest from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2Oy58K4 via Latest News

Ex-FBI agent: Trump got elected, thanks to Russia

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Clint Watts, a former special agent at the Federal Bureau of Investigation, says that Moscow got its man in the White House in 2016. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2Mcp6sc via Latest News

Facebook Warns Of ‘Bad Actors,’ Deletes Accounts Ahead Of Midterms

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Facebook said Tuesday it removed over a dozen pages, profiles and accounts from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2LSURK7 via Latest News

VIDEO: Watch a C-130 Get Up Close And Personal With California’s Massive Wildfire

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Service members from the Cal Guard are currently in a sort of aerial war against a wildfire. See how.  from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2LSb2HB via Latest News

Please Don't Pluck Your Eyebrows To Copy Rihanna's Vogue Look

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On Tuesday, British Vogue debuted its September 2018 cover, featuring a from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2Aw4o5x via Latest News

Man Charged With Assaulting Elderly Catholic Priest In Delaware

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Police in Delaware have arrested a 25-year-old man they claim violently from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2vq7tOr via Latest News

Donald Trump Echoes Rudy Giuliani: 'Collusion Is Not A Crime'

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President Donald Trump tweeted Tuesday that “collusion is not a crime,” echoing his attorney Rudy Giuliani’s comments a day earlier. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2NYOrGF via Latest News

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If the Bank of England makes its move on Thursday, what will it mean for your finances? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2n2I2Pj via Online Shopping

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Litigation costs ate into the bank's profits, but excluding the charges, profits rose 20% to £3.7bn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2v90xpC via Online Shopping

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Former adviser to Barack Obama to review the dominance of a few powerful technology firms in the UK. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2O0guFQ via Online Shopping

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Britons check their phones every 12 minutes while they're awake, an Ofcom report shows. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2n3QEoO via Online Shopping

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Quarterly revenue rises as Elon Musk's firm increases output, but it still loses more than $700m. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2n4Mihq via Online Shopping

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Import tariffs the US is preparing on $200bn of goods from China may be higher than expected. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2O1J5KM via Online Shopping

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The department store chain's potential new Chinese owner is abandoning a £70m takeover deal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2M9IYML via Online Shopping

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Companies will be charged to send customers messages via the platform. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LS030R via Online Shopping

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Users will be able to restrict time spent on the app, but some people say it doesn't go far enough. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2v20JXV via Online Shopping

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Pharmaceuticals giants Novartis and Sanofi are building stockpiles of drugs in case of Brexit disruption. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2M8s4hJ via Online Shopping

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The broadcaster Sky is to prevent a troubled crowdfunded console using its trademarks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AuJ7sZ via Online Shopping

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The world's two biggest economies are at loggerheads, amid concerns tensions might escalate. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Ay0dWH via Online Shopping

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The BBC follows one Northern rail user, Lorna, on her daily commute from Burnley to Leeds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AwSxE1 via Online Shopping

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Your stories and experiences of summer jobs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LWBlfN via Online Shopping

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Brazil's protectionist policies have fostered national champions - but the walls are coming down. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AxJpPv via Online Shopping

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Two former members of the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee explain the voting process. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AtHP1f via Online Shopping

Phone and internet use: Number of mobile calls drops for first time

Britons check their phones every 12 minutes while they're awake, an Ofcom report shows. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2n3QEoO via Online Shopping in Pakistan

US names arrested Fin7 cyber-gang suspects

Three Ukrainian citizens suspected of being part of a "prolific hacking group" are under arrest. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OyPJJu via Online Shopping in Pakistan

Vega+ to be stripped of Sinclair and ZX Spectrum brands

The broadcaster Sky is to prevent a troubled crowdfunded console using its trademarks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2AuJ7sZ via Online Shopping in Pakistan

WhatsApp starts charging business users

Companies will be charged to send customers messages via the platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LS030R via Online Shopping in Pakistan

Town dusts off typewriters after cyber-attack

The ransomware attack has spread to email, telephone and door entry systems. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2KgRlUU via Online Shopping in Pakistan

Facebook and Instagram introduce time limit tool

Users will be able to restrict time spent on the app, but some people say it doesn't go far enough. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2v20JXV via Online Shopping in Pakistan

Tesla boss Elon Musk facing two lawsuits

The separate legal actions involve allegations about the electric carmaker's business practices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2v5d39O via Online Shopping in Pakistan

Tim Cook admitted Tuesday night that smartphone sales may shrink and, significantly, he's OK with that

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Tim Cook admitted Tuesday night that smartphone sales may shrink and, significantly, he's OK with that    Business Insider Apple's Costs Are Taking a Bigger Bite    Wall Street Journal Videos Show Off What Leakers Say Are Next-Gen iPhones    PCMag Opinion: Apple earnings show why you can expect more $1000 iPhones    MarketWatch 4 Things Retailers Should Learn From Apple As It Nears $1 Trillion Market Cap    Forbes Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2LGB4ye via Technology

Diverging Fortunes: High Prices Propel Apple, Sink Samsung

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Diverging Fortunes: High Prices Propel Apple, Sink Samsung    Wall Street Journal Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 vs. Galaxy Tab S3: Android Tablet Showdown    Digital Trends Samsung Launches New Galaxy Tab S4 to Compete With iPad Pro    Mac Rumors Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2AvrHMR via Technology

Madden NFL 19 PC System Requirements

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Madden NFL 19 PC System Requirements    Future Game Releases Take a look at Madden NFL 19's promising PC port on ultra settings    Polygon Madden NFL 19 PC System Requirements Revealed by EA Sports    Wccftech Madden NFL 19 Review: Gameplay Videos, Features and Impressions    Bleacher Report Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2AEKODU via Technology

WhatsApp Is Getting Down to Business With Its New API

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WhatsApp Is Getting Down to Business With Its New API    Adweek Facebook looks to monetize WhatsApp with new Business API & ads that open chats in the messaging app    Marketing Land Facebook is ready for WhatsApp to start making money    CNET WhatsApp launches a four-person group video feature for all users on Android and iOS    Daily Mail Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2OAD5de via Technology

Chill your outrage. Parents should hire 'Fortnite' tutors.

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Chill your outrage. Parents should hire 'Fortnite' tutors.    Mashable Forget math. Parents now pay 'Fortnite' tutors to improve their kids' skills    Digital Trends Parents are paying as much as $35 an hour for 'Fortnite' coaches for their kids    Business Insider Ready, Aim, Hire a 'Fortnite' Coach: Parents Enlist Videogame Tutors for Their Children    Wall Street Journal Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2n4cY1S via Technology

Lowest price ever: Apple's 2018 13" MacBook Pro with Touch Bar for $1699 ($100 off) with no tax in most states

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Lowest price ever: Apple's 2018 13" MacBook Pro with Touch Bar for $1699 ($100 off) with no tax in most states    AppleInsider Apple's next iPad Pro will have tiny bezels, but no notch    The Verge Icon Depicting Design of Upcoming iPad Pro Models Discovered in iOS 12 Beta 5    Mac Rumors Why Macs matter to Apple, even when they aren't selling well    Engadget Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2Mfa6u0 via Technology

Apple's plans to cut apps out of its affiliate program may shut down independent iOS news sites

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Apple's plans to cut apps out of its affiliate program may shut down independent iOS news sites    The Verge Apple to end App Store Affiliate Program in October    AppleInsider Apple Removes Apps From iTunes Affiliate Program    Mac Rumors Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2Kjfdr3 via Technology

A Major World Of Warcraft Character Turned Evil, And Fans Are Freaking Out

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A Major World Of Warcraft Character Turned Evil, And Fans Are Freaking Out    Kotaku World of Warcraft's latest story campaign has ignited the fanbase    Polygon World of Warcraft - Warbringers: Sylvanas    IGN World of Warcraft's lead up to Battle of Azeroth made me evil, and I don't like it    VentureBeat Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2v86AuK via Technology

The Two No Man's Skys

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The Two No Man's Skys    Kotaku Biggest Changes In No Man's Sky Next Update: Xenomorphs, Space Pirates, Fleet Building, And More    GameSpot No Man's Sky NEXT Impressions – Gleefully Lost in Space (PS4)    PlayStation LifeStyle 'No Man's Sky' finally delivers the grand adventure we were promised    Engadget Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2Az2rFq via Technology

Pokemon Go Adds New Pokemon Spinda

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Pokemon Go Adds New Pokemon Spinda    NDTV Pokemon GO Adds Spinda    Game Rant Pokemon Go Adds a New Pokemon    Comicbook.com Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2n2NnWP via Technology

Facebook and Instagram now show how many minutes you use them

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Facebook and Instagram now show how many minutes you use them    TechCrunch New Facebook and Instagram Tools Aim to Curb Your Binge    Wall Street Journal Facebook and Instagram are making it easier to spend less time on Facebook and Instagram. But why?    Recode Hard Questions: Is Spending Time on Social Media Bad for Us? | Facebook Newsroom    Facebook Newsroom Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2AvBQJh via Technology

Best-Selling Consoles And Games For June 2018 Revealed (US Only)

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Best-Selling Consoles And Games For June 2018 Revealed (US Only)    GameSpot PlayStation History is Made with the June 2018 NPD Report    PlayStation LifeStyle Mario Tennis Aces Was June 2018's Top-Selling Game, God of War Comes in Second    IGN Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2AyL7QT via Technology

JBL's Google-powered smart display launches next month for $250

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JBL's Google-powered smart display launches next month for $250    The Verge Hands on: Lenovo's Google-enabled, iPhone-connected 8-inch Smart Display    AppleInsider JBL Link View now up for preorder as the next Amazon Echo Show competitor    CNET JBL Link View Google Assistant smart display up for pre-order, ships September 3rd    9to5Google VR, AR, AI, LBVR Summer Sizzles    Forbes Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2LSHvO0 via Technology

Valve's first new game in 5 years, Artifact, coming in November, starting at $20

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Valve's first new game in 5 years, Artifact, coming in November, starting at $20    Ars Technica Valve's return to releasing games kicks off November 28 with 'Artifact'    Digital Trends Here's When Valve's New Game, Artifact, Releases On Steam    GameSpot Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2LT2h04 via Technology

MSI Confirms 8-Core Intel Coffee Lake Support For Z370 Motherboards Via BIOS Update

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MSI Confirms 8-Core Intel Coffee Lake Support For Z370 Motherboards Via BIOS Update    Hot Hardware MSI Z370 Motherboards Now Support Intel's 9th Gen Core CPUs    AnandTech MSI Confirms Compatibility with Z370 Motherboards and Upcoming Intel CPUs    PC Perspective Oops! MSI confirms 9th-gen Core processors that Intel hasn't announced yet    PCWorld Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2O3D0hb via Technology

The Complete Xbox One Buying Guide

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The Complete Xbox One Buying Guide    GameSpot Xbox Game Pass dashboard revised to show subscribers what's new    Polygon Xbox Game Pass Adds More New Titles for August 2018    Game Rant Here Are All The Video Games Releasing In August (2018) And What To Play    Forbes Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2OzCuIM via Technology

Huawei knocks off Apple to become No. 2 phone seller

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Huawei knocks off Apple to become No. 2 phone seller    CNET Apple slips to number three in smartphone shipments, but that doesn't mean it's losing its touch    BGR New iPhone Success Threatened By Apple's Dangerous Gamble    Forbes Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2n9OuUZ via Technology

I switched to Spotify two months ago — and I miss Apple Music every single day

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I switched to Spotify two months ago — and I miss Apple Music every single day    Business Insider How to add family members to your Apple Music subscription    WKOW Google Adds Spotify Alarm Sounds To Android Clock App    Android Headlines Start your day on a high note with musical alarms on the Google Clock app - Google Blog    Google Blog YouTube Music is about to get a lot better    Engadget Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2vmvgyW via Technology

The Overwatch League Is Planning A Major Expansion Before Next Season

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The Overwatch League Is Planning A Major Expansion Before Next Season    Cinema Blend Two new Overwatch League franchises in the US and China set to be announced soon    PCGamesN Overwatch League viewership figures released    Gamereactor UK Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2LKwcbz via Technology

'Destiny 2' Solstice Orb Guide - How to Get Arc, Solar & Void Orbs Fast

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'Destiny 2' Solstice Orb Guide - How to Get Arc, Solar & Void Orbs Fast    Newsweek How to Get Elemental Orbs (Void, Arc, Solar) in Destiny 2    TL;DR Games Full coverage from Technology - Google News https://ift.tt/2AwwUnp via Technology

Google is developing a censored search engine for China

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Google is said to be working on project Dragonfly which aims to bring the search back in China. The company is developing an engine that will blacklist websites and terms about human rights, democracy, religion and protests - all of them really sensitive topics in China. The project has been underway since the fall of 2017 and has been demonstrated to Chinese officials at CES in January. According to internal documents, acquired by The Intercept, the final version could be launched in the next six to nine months, pending approval from the Chinese government. If the project goes... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2ABoFqg via IFTTT

Google Podcasts support coming to Android Auto soon

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Back in June, Google released its own Podcasts app for Android, aptly called Google Podcasts. However, since its release, some have likely been wondering when the app would get official Android Auto integration. Android Police reports that one of its readers began seeing Google Podcasts integration working, but not entirely. According to this reader, if you start Playing a Google Podcast before firing up Android Auto, it appears in the media controls. However the option to actually select Google Podcasts among other music apps like Google Play Music or Pocket Casts is not... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2LJ4agu via IFTTT

YouTube starts calling Stories what they are, rolls them out to more people

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The Stories format that Snapchat introduced way back when doesn't show any signs of going away anytime soon. On the contrary, it seems like every single online service worth its salt is adding just such a feature. Following Instagram and WhatsApp and even Facebook itself, last November Google-owned YouTube announced its own spin on the model, which it called Reels. Well, say goodbye to Reels because this functionality is now called Stories and it's recently been rolling out to more people as an extended test. Last year Reels was only accessible to creators with more than 10,000... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2vapIZ7 via IFTTT

JBL Link View smart display with Google Assistant goes up for pre-order

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If Lenovo's Smart Display with Google Assistant, which got official a few days ago, hasn't impressed you, perhaps this will. The JBL Link View is the second Google Assistant-powered smart display to hit the market, and it's now up for pre-order at its maker's official online store. You can have one if you pay $249.95. Shipping starts on September 3. The Link View has an 8-inch "HD" touchscreen (exact resolution unknown, but we assume it's 720p), "legendary JBL sound" with deep bass and clear highs, a 5 MP front-facing camera for video calls, wireless Bluetooth streaming from your... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2n4eL75 via IFTTT

Oppo F9 hands-on image, more promo posters surface ahead of August 15 launch

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Oppo has been teasing the upcoming F9 for a couple of days now, with its small triangle-shaped notch and VOOC charging. The online campaign continues with the promo images below, which present us with two color versions of the handset: Sunrise Red and Twilight Blue. At the same time, the company has started plastering billboards across Indonesian cities, showcasing the phone in the hands of actress Chelsea Islan. The billboards tell us that VOOC will enable two-hour talk time from just a five-minute charge. The Sunrise Red variant of the F9 has also been leaked in a hands-on... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2OBZJC4 via IFTTT

iPhone X Plus will have iPad-like landscape UI

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Earlier today we've shown you purported dummies of the three upcoming iPhones launching this September. Since one of those models will be the biggest iPhone ever, you may have been wondering if Apple was planning to do something special with its user interface. This leak confirms that it is. Thanks to the latest beta of iOS 12, the version of the OS that will be preinstalled on the 2018 handsets, we can see that the company will use an iPad-like landscape UI for the iPhone X Plus - the 6.5" device (the official name hasn't been leaked yet). As evidenced by the screenshots above and... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2AxHTwU via IFTTT

Counterpoint: Nokia was the 9th smartphone brand globally by shipments

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Despite selling phones with the old Nokia name, HMD the company is quite young - it was founded in December 2016, less than two years ago. That makes it all the more impressive that it is now a Top 10 manufacturer globally by shipments, according to data from Counterpoint Research. Comparing the second quarter of this year to that of 2017, HMD's shipments grew a whopping 782%. In total, that's 4.5 million units shipped or about half what established players like LG and Lenovo (plus Motorola) are doing, not to mention HTC and Sony, which aren't even in the Top 10. That puts HMD and... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2v8g7lF via IFTTT

New dummies give us even better idea of 2018 iPhones' design

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We've seen some renders of the 6.1-inch iPhone that's supposed to be the most affordable of the bunch with an LCD panel and also some high-quality renders of the plus-sized 6.5-inch iPhone model. But this is the first time we see the 5.8-inch middle-ground model - the direct successor to 2017's iPhone X. The pictured dummies give us a good idea of what all three 2018 iPhones will look like. They will all have slim bezels (except for the "budget" iPhone) and notches. Those will house the advanced Face ID recognition. The 6.1-inch LCD model will have a single rear camera, while... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2Ay6ula via IFTTT

Lenovo Watch X Plus goes on sale tomorrow

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Announced back in June, the Lenovo Watch X has been on the market for around CNY 299 ($44) but today, the company announced its slightly pricier and more capable Plus variant. The Watch X Plus comes with Milanese black or silver straps while the screen is OLED with luminous hands. A sapphire glass protects the screen while the housing is made of 316L stainless steel. It offers the barometer, gyroscope, geomagnetic and heart rate sensors and even blood pressure measurement. A 600 mAh battery keeps it alive for about 45 days of standby time - just like the standard Watch X - and can... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2KiqJmz via IFTTT

Our Alto's Odyssey Android game review is up

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Alto's Odyssey won over the hears of many mobile gamers with its beautiful scenery and simplistic gameplay. It's iOS version has been out for quite some time but it's only now when the game hits Android's Play Store. So a review of the game felt like something worth doing. As always, the graphics are stunning and the ever-changing and randomly generated scenery is all we needed to keep playing this soothing and chill game. However, Will has some small complaints about the overly simplified gameplay and the sometimes unoptimized background for gaming under the sun. Hear what else Will... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2KgsuRm via IFTTT

Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 10.5: official introduction video and infographics

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Samsung just unveiled the Galaxy Tab S4 10.5, but what is it about and how does it improve on the Galaxy Tab S3 9.7? Well, our hands-on review can help answer the questions. Or you could watch the official introduction video. It stars two Directors of Product Marketing from Samsung and spans 5 minutes. The video starts from basics - what's in the boxing, the new screen size (with narrower bezels to boot), the new S Pen and so on. Don't have 5 minutes? Here's the Tab S4 infographic, which covers the key facts. For example, AKG helped tune the quad 1.2W speakers on the tablet. Also,... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2LO0f1h via IFTTT

Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 10.5 hands-on review

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Tablets never killed the PC, but they did change how we look at laptops - between keyboard add-ons and styluses, a modern 2-in-1 is an alleged Swiss knife of productivity. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 10.5 is bundled with an S Pen and you can get a Book Cover keyboard if you type more often than you sketch. from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2LGeSUZ via IFTTT

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5 is the newest kid-friendly tablet

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Along with the premium Galaxy Tab S4 10.5 Samsung also unveiled a tablet for Junior - the Galaxy Tab A 10.5. It comes pre-loaded with Kids Mode and eight child-friendly apps and games, including BRIO World Railway and Toca Hair Salon 3. Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5 The tablet can be used by the whole family - thanks to Multi User Mode everyone can have their own account. The Always On Daily Board shows the time, calendar appointments, weather info and photos from the gallery. One feature that the Tab A shares with the Tab S4 is the quad speaker system, which is enhanced with... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2LJdhOl via IFTTT

Gboard gets 28 new languages, Text to GIF feature on Android

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Google's just release an update for its Gboard keyboard app. Available on Android now, it brings several new features and languages. According to the changelog, you can now make your words into GIFs with the "Make a GIF" feature. If stickers are your thing, you can now search in 15 more languages. There are also 28 new languages for the keyboard itself, listed alphabetically: Bagri, Batak Toba, Bench, Bhili, Capiznon, Chavacano, Eastern Min, Fiji Hindi, Ge'ez, Gurani, Ingush, Karachay, Khorasani Turkic, Kipsigis, Maharashtrian Konkani, Lezgian, Mizo, Maguindanao, Malay (Brunei),... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2M9iz1C via IFTTT

Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 10.5 flagship tablet comes with DeX, S Pen

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The Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 10.5 brings major improvements to DeX - the PC-like mode that Samsung added to Android. The tablet is also a relatively rare higher end offering with a 10.5" Super AMOLED screen and a Snapdragon 835 chipset. DeX mode can be enabled without connecting the tablet to a dock. This means apps will launch in resizable windows that you can drag around. This tablet is also the first to support two screens - both the tablet's screen and the external monitor (connected over HDMI) are available. Older DeX implementations disabled the phone's screen. Samsung Galaxy... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2M5FElJ via IFTTT

Watch the best of Xiaomi Mi A2 in just 30 seconds

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The Xiaomi Mi A2 speaks for itself - a pure Android One experience built on top of Xiaomi's bang for the buck mastery. But in case it wasn't speaking loud enough, here's a 30 second video giving you the highlights. Check this video out! Everything you need to know about #MiA2 in just 30 seconds. #2isbetterthan1 @Android pic.twitter.com/QHjcFNUgrK— Mi (@xiaomi) August 1, 2018 It seems that Xiaomi believes the Mi A2 will sell on the strength of its cameras. The dual camera on the rear is a 12MP + 20MP setup with f/1.75 aperture. The 20MP selfie camera uses the same module as the one on... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2LFbREt via IFTTT

Flipkart unveils exclusive Samsung Galaxy On8 - a Galaxy J8 with a discount

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Flipkart and Samsung unveiled the Galaxy On8 - an exclusive online version of the Galaxy J8. It will be available in Black and Blue starting on August 6. The hardware of the two phones is identical, including the RAM and storage (4GB / 64GB), so it comes down to the price. The Galaxy On8 currently costs INR 17,000 ($250/€210) compared to J8's INR 18,000. That's because of an INR 3,000 discount that Flipkart is currently offering. Yes, the On8 actually has a higher MSRP, though we doubt we'll see the discount go away - otherwise people can just buy the regular version of the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2LLgAEH via IFTTT

Samsung Galaxy Note9 handled on video, Galaxy S9+'s camera setup confirmed

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As Samsung's Galaxy Note9's launch is getting closer, leaks start to get spicier. In the latest piece, the phone appears in a live video and by the looks of it, it's a legitimate pre-production sample. Throughout most of the video, we get to further confirm the device's striking similarity to its predecessor and for some reason, it has a screen protector applied. On we back we saw something that wasn't available in the previous reports. Looking at the dual camera design, the main lens looks a lot like the adjustable aperture ome on the Galaxy S9+. The same goes for the secondary... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2v3WhrK via IFTTT

Oppo teases the F9 with two new images

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Two days ago Oppo Malaysia teased the new F9 will have a tiny notch like the Essential PH-1 and the Sharp Aquos S2. Today the global Oppo account took it to Twitter with two more teasers, effectively confirming the design. The images show a tide coming at a beach, formed like the Oppo F9 front and an underwater cave with a rock neatly positioned to mimic the notch. Oppo F9 teasers All three teasers of the Oppo F9 have the same water-related theme, suggesting the phone will have waterproofing with at least IP67 compatibility. Since the F-series of Oppo is selfie-oriented, the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2M677Uh via IFTTT

LG Stylo 4 is now available as Amazon Prime Exclusive for $250

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If you are on the market for stylus-enabled phones, but you don't want to break your bank for one of Samsung's Galaxy Notes, LG has a decent budget alternative that comes bundled with a pen. And the Stylo 4 has now joined the Amazon Prime Exclusive program that lets you save a few extra bucks from its retail price. Of course, you can't expect top-notch performance out of the LG Stylo 4 but a lot of the features that you can find on the Galaxy Note8 are available on the Stylo 4. The device is powered by a modest Snapdragon 450 chipset driving a big 6.2-inch 1080 x 2160 IPS display. RAM... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2AwSpEO via IFTTT

Iran is seen readying major exercise as tensions with U.S. simmer

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By Phil Stewart WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States believes Iran is preparing to carry out a major exercise in the Gulf in the coming days, apparently moving up the timing of annual drills amid heightened tensions with Washington, U.S. officials told Reuters on Wednesday. Iran has been furious over U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to pull out of an international nuclear deal and reimpose sanctions on Tehran. Senior Iranian officials have warned the country would not easily yield to a renewed U.S. campaign to strangle Iran's vital oil exports. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2AyeK4B via Latest News

Investigators still baffled by disappearance of Iowa student

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MONTEZUMA, Iowa (AP) — Blake and Dalton Jack were planning to leave their small Iowa town Wednesday for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Dominican Republic. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2AvTGf3 via Latest News

Mexico plane crash: Aeromexico flight crashes in Durango during storm but all 103 on board survive

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An Aeromexico plane has crashed in the northern Mexican state of Durango after taking off in stormy weather, with all 103 people on board able to escape before the aircraft was engulfed in flames. The airline said flight number 2431 was an Embraer 190 with a capacity for 100 passengers and was bound for Mexico City when it crashed. Many of the 49 passengers taken to hospital after the crash received treatment for minor injuries and all are expected to live, according to the Durango state governor. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2Owbsli via Latest News