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Acer’s Xplova X5 biking computer has a built-in camera that records when the rider’s heart rate increases

Acer’s Xplova X5 biking computer has a built-in camera that records when the rider’s heart rate increases

By Brian Heater The latest version of the Acer-owned Xplova biking computer brings a few cool new tricks to the table. Chief among them, is the inclusion of the of a wide-screen on-board camera that offers up a little bit of GoPro-style recording to the table. Far and away the coolest bit here is the…

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Here are some great improvements that should be in iOS 10

Here are some great improvements that should be in iOS 10

By Romain Dillet Let’s be honest, most concept videos suck. They show you an imaginary device that looks nothing like the final product and defy the laws of physics. But some software concept videos tick all the right boxes, like this one from MacStories. Federico Viticci and Sam Beckett teamed up to create the following…

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Updated: The best PS4 deals in the US in April 2016

Updated: The best PS4 deals in the US in April 2016

By techradar Deals Sony’s PS4 is leading the way so far this gen and there are some fantastic offers hidden around the net. We’re here to track down the best of them for you. First up, we’ll show you the best prices for standalone consoles. Although, you can often get better value by opting for…

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Unlocked Samsung Galaxy J3 2016 (GSM) Now On Amazon, Works With AT&T And T-Mobile

Unlocked Samsung Galaxy J3 2016 (GSM) Now On Amazon, Works With AT&T And T-Mobile

The GSM variant of Samsung’s solid mid-range smartphone, the Galaxy J3, is now available on Amazon. It comes unlocked to boot, but there are only a few units left of the $189.99 device. …read more Source:: TechTimes.com – Smartphones

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Smartphone Deals: Moto X Pure Edition Now $50 Off Until May 2, Moto Maker Customization Included

Smartphone Deals: Moto X Pure Edition Now $50 Off Until May 2, Moto Maker Customization Included

Motorola trimmed the price of the Moto X Pure Edition smartphone by $50, but you must hurry if you want one. The offer includes Moto Maker customization, which allows customers to have a truly unique looking phone with powerful specs underneath. …read more Source:: TechTimes.com – Smartphones

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SRI International spins off robotics project as Superflex, aiming at human augmentation

By Devin Coldewey Nonprofit research organization SRI International is spinning off part of its robotics division into a new company called Superflex. It won’t be focusing not on industrial robots or the like, but rather robotic augmentations for people — mainly to help the disabled take on everyday tasks, not $6 Million Dollar Man stuff.…

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Your Location-Aware Smartphone Is Eroding Your Personal Privacy: Study

Your Location-Aware Smartphone Is Eroding Your Personal Privacy: Study

A Tel Aviv University study shows that individuals willingly give out personal information through their social networks. Researchers believe that the presence of dynamic visibility is compromising overall privacy of individuals. …read more Source:: TechTimes.com – Smartphones

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Huawei Honor V8 Launching On May 10, Rocking Dual Rear Cameras

Huawei Honor V8 Launching On May 10, Rocking Dual Rear Cameras

Huawei is preparing to launch the new Honor V8 at an event that the company teased on its website. The upcoming V8 model could be the OEM’s follow-up device to the Honor 7 version. …read more Source:: TechTimes.com – Smartphones

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Corsair targets FPS fans with its fastest mechanical keyboards yet

Corsair targets FPS fans with its fastest mechanical keyboards yet

By Darren Allan Corsair has revealed a collection of new gaming keyboards all of which are the first to benefit from a new type of linear mechanical switch to enable quicker reactions in fast-paced games. The company’s three new Rapidfire keyboards use the Cherry MX Speed switch, a linear (i.e. there’s no tactile ‘click’) mechanical…

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Apple Patent Hints At How Optical Zoom Could Work On Dual-Camera iPhone 7

Apple Patent Hints At How Optical Zoom Could Work On Dual-Camera iPhone 7

New information bolsters claims of Apple’s upcoming iPhone 7 coming with a dual camera setup. A recently uncovered patent by Apple for a “folded telephoto camera lens system” would allow for real telephoto capabilities in its next iPhone. …read more Source:: TechTimes.com – Smartphones

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Samsung Pay Set To Roll Out In Singapore ‘As Early As Q2 2016’

Samsung Pay Set To Roll Out In Singapore ‘As Early As Q2 2016’

Samsung has finally announced a definite time range for Samsung Pay’s release in Singapore. The payment method is set for a release in the second quadrant of this year, bringing the technology to Singaporeans equipped with Samsung devices. …read more Source:: TechTimes.com – Smartphones

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Samsung Galaxy S5 vs The Elements? This Lost Smartphone Lasted 7 Months Outdoors

Samsung Galaxy S5 vs The Elements? This Lost Smartphone Lasted 7 Months Outdoors

A Samsung Galaxy S5, which was buried in the ground for nearly seven months, survived the harsh conditions with ease. Miraculously, the smartphone still functions properly after it was retrieved by the owner. …read more Source:: TechTimes.com – Smartphones

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Samsung Counters Apple iPhone 6s And 6s Plus With Pink Gold Galaxy S7 And S7 Edge

Samsung Counters Apple iPhone 6s And 6s Plus With Pink Gold Galaxy S7 And S7 Edge

Samsung has launched a new color option for the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge. The smartphones will now be available in Pink Gold. …read more Source:: TechTimes.com – Smartphones

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Apple Phishing Scam: Don’t Renew Your Apple ID Just Yet

Apple Phishing Scam: Don’t Renew Your Apple ID Just Yet

The Apple phishing scam prompts unsuspecting users to give away their iCloud usernames and passwords, along with other private details, through a text message that asks them to click on a link to renew their Apple ID or iTunes. …read more Source:: TechTimes.com – Smartphones

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Even Sony doesn’t know if there will be a PlayStation 5

Even Sony doesn’t know if there will be a PlayStation 5

By Jon Porter In an interview on Game Informer’s video podcast, Lorne Lanning (the mind behind Oddworld) revealed that a senior executive at Sony had indicated that a PlayStation 5 was a question of ‘if’ rather than ‘when’. The chief executive in question was Shuhei Yoshida, head of Sony’s Worldwide Studios, who indicated that he…

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