The 10 most streamed video games this week

We’re back once again with the top 10 most streamed games and most viewed channels across streaming services. This week offers up a few surprises, with new games and channels making their debut. Gaming […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/20G66HM via IFT...

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MIT created a roll of tape that can sense in three dimensions

Duct tape is a DIYers best friend — there’s really no limit to what you can do with the stuff. Although, you can’t use it as a sensor array for an IoT device […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1oTGu9w via IFT...

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Apple to rebrand new 9.7-inch iPad as iPad Pro instead of Air 3, says report

Apple has been raking in the cash ever since the original iPad was released in 2010. Consumers seem to have cooled on the constant cycle of upgrades for Apple’s tablet, though. Sales have […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1KZghjx via IFT...

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Nintendo leak suggests NX launching with Zelda game, 3DS price cut imminent

Nintendo NX rumors are a dime a dozen these days. Given how secretive the company is about any given project, this is par for the course. This latest rumor is based on a leak […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1QH41QK via IFT...

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Fallout Shelter update adding crafting, hints at DLC

When the mobile game Fallout Shelter was released last year, it seemed like it was just a little appetizer to keep fans busy while waiting for Fallout 4. Bethesda has surprised many players […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TLDaIG via IFT...

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New Shenmue 3 footage shows off gorgeous environments

Most of us can still recall that magic moment during the PlayStation E3 2015 Press Conference when Shenmue 3 was revealed. This is a title many (myself included) have waited nearly 15 years for, […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1QnEtfM via IFT...

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Professor’s magic wand simplifies WiFi network setup

Connecting a few devices to your WiFi network by typing in a key? No big deal. Connecting dozens or hundreds can be nightmarish, but professor David Kotz has come up with a magical […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1RAv4Ax via IFT...

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Twitter Ended Up Paying $479M For Ad Tech Startup TellApart, 10-K Reveals

 Twitter’s largest acquisition to date, of the ad tech business TellApart, has turned out to be a little less less big than originally thought. Back in April 2015, it was calculated that Twitter would pay nearly $533 million for TellApart based on the company’s share price at the time. But a 10-K report published today notes the final numbers. It was nearly $54 million… Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1ThHQaT via...

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Is Stonehenge more than just some big rocks?

Last week we told you all about the Hall of Records, and this week we continue our ongoing look at conspiracy theories, legends, and urban myths, by turning our gaze to one of […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1oT3lls via IFT...

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Geek deals: Dell Inspiron 15 3000 laptop for $330

You could spend thousands of dollars on a laptop, but do you need to? Unless you’re interested in running modern games or using intensive applications like Adobe Premiere, your probably better off with […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1ArDELd via IFT...

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How a moth’s eye led to a solar scientific breakthrough

The solar industry may have moths to thank for their latest breakthrough in zero-emission technology. Researchers from the University of Surrey have been trying to figure out how to make graphene, a wonderful […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1Qgkqi5 via IFT...

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Scanning laser eyewear projects images directly onto your retina

Smart glasses are still a work in progress in terms of technology. The best effort we’ve had so far in from Google in the form of Google Glass. But that was just an […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1RA3dAo via IFT...

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Sony stops PlayStation TV shipments in Japan

Sony has decided that the PlayStation TV is nearing the end of its life. The first hint being shipments of the device in Japan have ceased. It’s still on sale, but only as […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1OHUmbs via IFT...

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Faster, WiFi-enabled Raspberry Pi 3 launches, retains $35 price

The Raspberry Pi 3 improves performance and connectivity while retaining a $35 price point. Expect it to sell millions. from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1RzFJeT via IFT...

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Good is bad, bad is good: Fiction’s best alignment changes

In wrestling, they’re called turns, both heel and face. In tabletop roleplaying games, they’re alignment changes. It’s one of fiction’s most enduring, effective and reliable tropes, and it occurs when a character goes […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1LnJODv via IFT...

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Volvo research project teaches drones to tag team garbage pick-up

Waste management in an urban environment is a big job, and it’s one that requires teamwork. That’s why Volvo is teaching drones how to tag-team garbage removal. The ROAR project (RObot-based Autonomous Refuse […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1Qk3tVe via IFT...

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Expressions I didn’t realize were crazy until I moved away from the South

I grew up in the south, primarily in and around Richmond, Virginia. No, it’s not the backwoods of Alabama, but it’s southern enough that when I moved to New York City at 18, […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TdMl6f via IFT...

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Ubisoft looking for investors to prevent possible Vivendi hostile takeover

Ubisoft is seeking investors in order to fend off a possible hostile takeover by French media giant, Vivendi. This is being reported by Canadian newspaper The Globe and Mail. According to the paper, […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1OBwlCH via IFT...

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Venmo Kills Off Developer API With Zero Warning

 This is not how you run a platform. Developers remember. Pull the rug out from under them once, and they’ll be reluctant to stand with you in the future. So despite having a record-setting January with $1 billion transferred in its peer-to-peer payments app, Venmo just shot itself in the foot. After six years of providing an API for developers to build experiences atop its money… Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1LjkFtN via...

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Doom set to launch in Germany 100% uncensored, a first for the franchise

Doom games have been available in Germany for years, but in a heavily censored manner. This will change with the upcoming self-titled entry in the series as the new game will launch completely uncut and […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1R8gVYB via IFT...

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New plant species named after Matt Damon’s character in The Martian

In The Martian, astronaut Mark Watney uses his own ingenuity, Martian soil, and poop to grow potatoes to keep himself alive until a rescue mission could be planned. To commemorate the character’s impressive […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/210kfu5 via IFT...

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Mercedes is replacing robots with humans on its car production lines

Luxury car brand Mercedes is doing well. Winning the Formula 1 World Championship and Driver’s Championship for the last two years (and probably this year as well) really helps from a marketing perspective. […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1R84HiF via IFT...

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Nuclear Throne changes up IndieBox, has plush maggots

This month’s game is Nuclear Throne from Vlambeer, the guys who made Ridiculous Fishing (one of the very few mobile-only games I can wholeheartedly recommend), Luftrausers, and Serious Sam: The Random Encounter. It’s […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TDTXgG via IFT...

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Duelyst is one of the most generous CCGs on the market

Compared to most other CCGs, Duelyst is the most generous with its free-to-play model and rarity of cards pulled from packs. from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1RtyIvZ via IFT...

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Microsoft declares war on shady tune-up software

There are a lot of salesmen on the internet peddling digital snake oil for your Windows computer, and they’ve been at it for years. Microsoft has finally decided that it’s time to fight […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/21003Ze via IFT...

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Social Media Marketing Company Clickable Acquires Talkwheel

 Talkwheel, a company that offers a unique way to visualize customer conversations, has been acquired by Clickable. I last wrote about Talkwheel in 2014. The company aggregates the online conversation around a given company or topic in a circular format — it’s supposed to help you follow these often complicated and dispersed conversations. The format can then be embedded on a… Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1TDB7pV via IF...

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The most bizarre game developers in the world

As with any art form, there are going to be creators who walk the margins of quality and taste, following their own inspirations to make seriously odd games. from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1LiHr4Q via IFT...

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Dragon Front Is Like Virtual Reality Magic The Gathering

 Tower above your army of monsters, lean across the battlefield, and make your opponent’s face explode. That’s Dragon Front, a virtual reality card game coming to the Oculus Rift. While many VR games see you flailing your arms or head about, or swinging swords and shooting bows-and-arrows, Dragon Front is decidedly more chill. That’s not to say it’s boring. In fact… Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1pcqwav via IFT...

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Geek deals: Save $3 on geek and gamer gear at Loot Crate

If you’re tired of only receiving junk mail and bills, treat yourself to something nice with a subscription to Loot Crate. Every month, you’ll receive a box jam-packed with awesome stuff aimed at […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1XbqwE5 via IFT...

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Hardware hack puts 128GB of storage into a floppy disk

Ages ago you could double the capacity of a 5.25″ floppy disk in just a few seconds, and the only tool you needed was a hole punch. Bumping a 3.5″ floppy to a […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/24t7z3n via IFT...

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Microsoft made just two of these beautiful mother of pearl Xbox One consoles

Most Xbox consoles look the same, even those special edition versions for certain games are pretty widely produced. However, Microsoft has occasionally made official, very limited edition versions of its gaming consoles. For […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TItW0X via IFT...

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Ser Loras from Game of Thrones is Marvel’s Iron Fist

Only time will tell how people feel about Finn Jones now that the initial decision has been made to cast him as tough guy Iron Fist. from Geek.com http://ift.tt/21wM7YR via IFT...

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Ring of lies: The wildest wrestling conspiracy theories

Wrestling fans know they're being lied to, and accept it, but that doesn't keep them from trying to find out the truth behind the lies. from Geek.com http://ift.tt/21muuOV via IFT...

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Resident Evil 4, 5, and 6 headed to PS4 and Xbox One later this year

Capcom has seen success with releasing remastered versions of Resident Evil and Resident Evil 0. Since they apparently can’t be bothered with releasing a new installment of the franchise, they are going to give […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TIgNoC via IFT...

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Stela app offers digital comics specifically designed for your phone

Stela wants to change how you read digital comics on the go. The company, which launched in the App Store today, offers stories told in sequential format specifically for smart phone scrolling. The […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1LgIceR via IFT...

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Secret menu found in Mortal Kombat 20 years later

The original Mortal Kombat games were great for many reasons. They had one of the more in-depth fighting game stories, a cast of colorful characters, really cool music, and of course, lots of […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1oDjLxP via IFT...

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Google Docs now takes dictation

Google wants you to take a more hands-off approach to getting things done. One way they’re doing that is by making it so you only have to click a single button to compose […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TBzitL via IFT...

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Geek’s what to watch this week: Gods of Egypt, Crouching Tiger, and more

With a mix of big and small screen action and adventure, this week offers plenty of shows and movies to dig into at theaters, on TV and streaming. Alex Proyas returns to theaters […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1p9wokE via IFT...

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Mark Zuckerberg Asks Employees To Stop Crossing Out “Black Lives Matter” On Facebook’s Walls

 Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is asking his employees to stop being ignorant and racist (my words, not his). In an internal memo obtained by Gizmodo, Zuckerberg said he was disappointed by the “several recent instances of people crossing out ‘black lives matter’ and writing ‘all lives matter’ on the walls at MPK.” MPK, one of Facebook’s buildings in… Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/24rDsJR via IFT...

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Chocolate under an electron microscope looks like an alien planet

Under an electron microscope, chocolate looks like an otherworldly plain, indistinguishable from the bars of sweet candy we know and love to ingest. Students from John Hopkins University were getting an introduction to […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1oD9MbL via IFT...

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Pro-ISIS Hacker Group Video Threatens Twitter, Facebook CEOs Over Account Suspensions

 A group of Isis hackers have posted a video online which includes what looks to be a direct threat against Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey and Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/21uxiWF via IFT...

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We were lying about the exit: Unreliable narrators in video games

The unique interactivity of video games makes it the best medium in which to deploy the Unreliable Narrator. from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1KOcEx0 via IFT...

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Facebook Officially Launches Canvas Ads That Load Full-Screen Rich Media Pages In-App

 Instant Articles, meet Instant Ads. Facebook wants to give advertisers an immersive way to reach people without making them leave the social network. So today it officially launched its ad Canvas for all advertisers. When users click a Facebook News Feed ad connected to Canvas, it opens a full-screen, rich media page inside of Facebook rather than forcing users to wait for a mobile website… Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1QgWLMh via...

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