BBC’s $19 Micro:bit computer is now available to give the Raspberry Pi some competition

The BBC partnered with companies like ARM, Samsung, and Microsoft to develop the Micro:bit embedded system. The tiny programmable computers have already been sent out to most year seven students in the UK, […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TVn2nd via IFT...

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Why games on the Apple Watch and Apple TV failed

If games on the Apple Watch and Apple TV are any indication, I can’t wait to see how bad games are on the Apple Car. from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1r1t0bK via IFT...

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Dwayne Johnson to get bronzed in Shane Black’s Doc Savage

What do Dwayne Johnson, director Shane Black, and a hero dating back to pulp magazines have in common? They’re all working together on a big screen outing called Doc Savage! The actor also […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/22wbjim via IFT...

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Facebook spares humans by fighting offensive photos with AI

 Facebook’s artificial intelligence systems now report more offensive photos than humans do, marking a major milestone in the social network’s battle against abuse, the company tells me. AI could quarantine obscene content before it ever hurts the psyches of real people. Facebook’s success in ads has fueled investments into the science of AI and machine vision that could give… Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1Y1j4wm via IF...

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Periscope introduces real-time comment moderation

 Live-streaming app Periscope is rolling out a new experiment with real-time comment moderation, the company announced today. While its parent company Twitter has struggled over the years with spam and abuse – without much success, let’s be honest – Periscope is aiming to go a different route with the introduction of a community-policed system where users can report and… Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1XcGTT3 via...

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Whirlpool Vessi puts a microbrewery in your kitchen

If you were waiting for proof that home brewing appliances weren’t just a passing fad, here it is: Whirlpool, one of the world’s largest appliance makers, is going to make one. They call […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1P1IDGe via IFT...

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Hilarious Uncharted 4 bug makes Elena the loneliest woman in video games

These days, we expect games to release with a number of weird or frustrating bugs. It’s (sadly) become a standard of modern gaming. Even though for the most part, Uncharted 4 is a […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/28189r0 via IFT...

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Electrician finds dead snake inside a PS4

When opening up a games console, one would expect to find some dust or maybe the odd insect or two inside. However, an electrician from Brazil found something else entirely when he needed […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/25yOsrJ via IFT...

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Instagram officially announces its new business tools

 Instagram this morning officially announced the launch of its tools for business users, including new business profiles, analytics, and the ability to turn Instagram posts into ads directly from the Instagram app itself. The launch comes following a series of leaks and reports of the tools’ imminent launch, and largely confirms details we already knew – like how the profiles would… Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1PglwgC via...

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What is Rick and Morty’s infamous secret plot?

The creators of Rick and Morty revealed there's a secret, underlying plot to the show, but what could it be? from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1XMDlFv via IFT...

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Dell’s latest 17-inch laptop is also a tablet that’s too heavy to hold

Typically, when a company says that a computer is a 2-in-1 that means it’s both a tablet and a laptop. With Dell’s new Inspiron 7000, that’s still true, but on a scale we […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1UrMBw8 via IFT...

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Intel’s new 10-core Core i7 Extreme Edition costs a whopping $1,723

Intel says that their Extreme Edition processors are made for enthusiasts. By that, they mean people who are enthusiastic about spending nearly two grand on a single part for their rigs. If you’ve […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TI4rJg via IFT...

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ComiXology’s new unlimited service is like having a library card for comics

Ever wanted a library just for comic books? ComiXology has you covered. The digital comic book app launched their ComiXology Unlimited service recently, and instead of paying cover price per issue, you can […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TUm36Z via IFT...

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Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Microsoft agree to remove hate speech across the EU

 Facebook, Twitter, Google’s YouTube, Microsoft as well as the European Commission unveiled a new code of conduct to remove hate speech according to community guidelines in less than 24 hours across these social media platforms. The EU has ramped up efforts leading to this code of conduct following the recent terrorist attacks in Brussels and Paris. Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1r0ePnz via IFT...

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What if the Xbox One Scorpio is actually the Xbox Two?

Microsoft could be starting from scratch next year with a brand new generation of Xbox 4x as powerful as Xbox One. from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1RIPMv1 via IFT...

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Digital Storm mounts a GeForce GTX 1080 on the back of a 34-inch curved display

The hottest new graphics card on the market is the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080. It blows every other graphics card out of the water without carrying a ridiculous price or power requirements. So […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TTXLd9 via IFT...

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Asus announces the $600 Zenbo home robot

Asus unveiled a number of new products at Computex 2016 including new Zenfone Android devices and a few Intel-powered laptops. It also ventured into a new product category with Zenbo, a connected robot […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TUIUQS via IFT...

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Asus wants to idiot-proof DIY PC building with the ROG Avalon

DIY PCs really haven’t changed much since the good ol’ days of scouring Computer Shopper ads for deals parts. Asus thinks they’ve got a better way to build a PC, though. The ROG […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/25wxQkz via IFT...

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Real-world physical version of Pong is faithful to the original

You can have your fancy HTC Vive and immerse yourself in its digital worlds. But we’ll take this hand-built arcade gaming table that lets us bring Pong out of the digital world and […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TRKaTE via IFT...

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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. The highly anticipated Overwatch was released last week and it has made its presence felt […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1qjPG72 via IFT...

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7-year-old fights back during GameStop armed robbery

If you happen to be in a store when armed robbers burst in telling everyone to get down on the floor, the best thing to do is follow their instructions. They have the […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1VqpEfn via IFT...

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JumpRoACH is a 60 gram robot that can jump 1.6 meters in the air

Cockroaches are efficient little creatures, which might explain why so many researchers use them as the basis for their robotic creations. The latest mechanical roach goes by the descriptive name JumpRoACH, and yes, […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TSBi1s via IFT...

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We have to accept iterative consoles are inevitable

Console cycles as we know them are coming to an end. We can fight this as much as we want, but it would be as useless as fist fighting the wind. from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1smQrO8 via IFT...

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Asus ZenBook 3 promises to outperform a MacBook while being thinner and lighter

Regardless of how you feel about Apple, you can’t deny that the company’s hardware division has certainly pushed things forward in terms of design. We continue to get ever-thinner devices, with higher resolution […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1X88tkz via IFT...

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No Man’s Sky August delay confirmed following death threats

Last week a rumor started to spread online that the highly-anticipated adventure survival game No Man’s Sky was going to suffer a launch delay. The June 21 release date was being covered up […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/27YRhBd via IFT...

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What Facebook Live and Periscope need is a waiting room

 Livestreams start boring because broadcasters don’t want to begin the real action until more people have tuned in. That can take a few minutes, even with streams being rapidly distributed via push notifications, tweets, and the News Feed. But by that time, the initial audience may have bounced, and the recorded replay won’t entice viewers later. Facebook Live videos auto-play… Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1X5HbLA via I...

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Musical.ly launches live.ly for livestreaming

 Musical.ly is expanding beyond music videos with the launch of live.ly, its live stream platform. Users will be able to broadcast through the live.ly app, and the streams will be viewable on musical.ly. Launched last year, musical.ly is growing fast, with about 80 million young teens using it around the globe. The app makes it easy to create music videos by allowing users to dub over their… Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1Uj26GJ via...

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This crazy cyberpunk dystopian arcade is right out of Blade Runner

There once was a place where people metered out their days in a desolate, cyberpunk dystopia. Inside the walled city of Kowloon in Hong Kong, buildings lied on top of one another, and alleyways were spaces […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1qPOwQL via IFT...

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Identity of the two mysterious guys from Street Fighter II intro revealed

For over 25 years, fans of Street Fighter II have wondered who the two guys in the game’s original intro were. A lot of theories have been tossed around, but it was all […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/25ngDX4 via IFT...

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The best second string Looney Tunes characters

Looney Tunes isn't just composed of Bugs, Daffy, and Porky. The B team is almost as great as the stars. from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TNDLdj via IFT...

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Japanese scientists create roach glue so strong it can catch a human

Tired of those pesky roaches who just won’t quit your home? Infuriated with those subpar roach traps that can’t seem to catch a fly, let alone Earth’s most resilient insect? Look no further than […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1sg1usg via IFT...

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6 awesome new Android apps you should check out

Google Play is no longer a wasteland of mediocre apps and games. In fact, there's plenty of awesome stuff coming out all the time -- here are our top picks. from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1dipCkq via IFT...

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North Sense implant turns you into a human compass

Do you want a sixth sense? No, not the ability to read minds, but another way to perceive the world beyond sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell? The ambitious transhumanists at Cyborg Nest […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1TNwsm2 via IFT...

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The best Star Wars rumors this week are about Kylo Ren and the Millennium Falcon

This week on the rumor front there were a number of small peeks at the filming of Star Wars: Episode VIII. By small, I mean literally small, because people are getting photos and […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1X13F00 via IFT...

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Send us your fake Street Sharks fan art, win a $100 ThinkGeek gift card

Get drawing, and help me escape from my jawsome ontological nightmare! from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1XWpZXN via IFT...

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Nendoroid Kirby is an adorable, magnetic, all-consuming nightmare god

Let’s talk about how terrifying Kirby is. He looks like a cute pink ball, but he can consume anything and take its power. This was especially horrifying in Kirby Triple Deluxe where the […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1U0PX6G via IFT...

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Backpack PCs are officially a thing thanks to VR

You won’t be able to fully enjoy the mind-blowing VR experience that’s headed your way soon simply by purchasing an Oculus Rift or Vive headset. You’re going to need a PC. One that […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/27VrA4y via IFT...

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Professional rock climber scales a building using two vacuum cleaners

Selling vacuum cleaners in 2016 (and ever since Dyson came into existence) is all about suction. The harder your vacuum sucks, the more potential it has for big sales it seems. Oh, and […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1Ui2xB7 via IFT...

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Photomyne grabs $2.6 million to bring your old photos online

 If you have albums and shoeboxes stuffed with old photos, a startup called Photomyne wants to help you scan those photos, in order to bring them online where they can be saved and shared. Now the Tel Aviv-based company has raised $2.6 million in seed funding to continue to grow its business, which today is closing in on its first million users, over half of whom are paying customers.… Read More from Social – TechCrunch...

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Samsung has created a real Batphone

Ever wished you had your very own Batphone? You’ll soon be able to make that dream a reality, but don’t get too excited. It’s just a smartphone, not a direct line to the […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1Uamt68 via IFT...

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Viral marketing for X-Men: Apocalypse may be better than the movie itself

While critical reviews of X-Men: Apocalypse may be more meh than marvelous (it’s currently at 49% on Rotten Tomatoes, so it’s technically Rotten), the advertising has been much more on point –– at […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1XC2ToV via IFT...

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There are 3D holograms carved into The Force Awakens vinyl soundtrack

Princess Leia wont be appearing asking for your help any time soon, but if you get your hands on The Force Awakens soundtrack on vinyl, you will get to bring a little Star Wars magic into […] from Geek.com http://ift.tt/1Uaf2Ma via IFT...

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Facebook starts selling offsite ads targeting non-users too

 Facebook’s advertising network is already a colossal business — it helped the social network bring in $5.38 billion in revenue during its most recent quarter alone — but it is about to take a step towards become the internet’s advertising exchange after announcing that it will start showing ads to non-users across the web. Read More from Social – TechCrunch http://ift.tt/24aDr9W via IFT...

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