NASA’s New Horizons Begins Countdown to Ultima Thule Flyby

NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft is ready to meet Ultima Thule on New Year’s Day. On Twitter, the New Horizons team announced that the spacecraft “is healthy and on track” for the flyby of […] The post NASA’s New Horizons Begins Countdown to Ultima Thule Flyby appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2R0Vdlq via IFT...

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Polite Fortnite Society

My parents are approaching 60. When they were young, they hung out at diners, or drove around in their cars. My generation hung out in the parking lot after school, or at the mall. My colleague John Biggs often talks of hanging out with his nerd buddies in his basement, playing games and making crank calls. Today, young people are hanging out on a virtual island plagued by an ever-closing fatal storm. It’s called Fortnite. They hang out in Fortnite...

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‘Fortnite’ Players Can Get Groovy on New Year’s Eve

Playing Fortnite on New Year’s Eve? The game is throwing an epic in-game event to help you dance the night away. Epic Games set up the in-game event, which will feature a giant […] The post ‘Fortnite’ Players Can Get Groovy on New Year’s Eve appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2AmV9ls via IFT...

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Meet the People Who Plan to Colonize Mars in 2032

For years, people have dreamed of living on Mars. Now, a group of lucky individuals might have the opportunity to colonize the red planet in 2032. R Daniel and Yari Golden-Castaño, a Boston-based couple, […] The post Meet the People Who Plan to Colonize Mars in 2032 appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2F2pgSe via IFT...

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Scientists Search for Life Below Mysterious Mercer Subglacial Lake

While people were enjoying Christmas festivities, a team of scientists attempted to drill into the mysterious Mercer Subglacial Lake in Antarctica — and they did it right before the New Year. On Friday, the […] The post Scientists Search for Life Below Mysterious Mercer Subglacial Lake appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2VlQLMo via IFT...

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Louis Vuitton’s Tambour Smartwatch Is Receiving a Major Chip Upgrade

Louis Vuitton’s luxurious LV Tambour Horizon Smartwatch is receiving a major tech upgrade. The company, which is known for its high-end goods, is adding Qualcomm’s new wearables chipset to this Wear OS product, […] The post Louis Vuitton’s Tambour Smartwatch Is Receiving a Major Chip Upgrade appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2LEUeBg via IFT...

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The Ultimate Super Smash Bros. Character Guide: Wii Fit Trainer

Wii Fit Trainer Weighs In! Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is huge. Not just in terms of hype and importance and sales potential, but just in terms of sheer stuff. The Nintendo Switch mascot […] The post The Ultimate Super Smash Bros. Character Guide: Wii Fit Trainer appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2LFAOfG via IFT...

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Texas Coast Has More Ocean Trash Than Any Other Gulf State, Study Says

Marine debris is a problem on coastlines around the world — and the Gulf of Mexico is no exception. Researchers from the Dauphin Island Sea Lab and the Mission-Aransas National Estuarine Research Reserve […] The post Texas Coast Has More Ocean Trash Than Any Other Gulf State, Study Says appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2BRq5dw via IFT...

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New Beetle Species Named After ‘Game of Thrones’ Dragons

The fate of Westeros will soon be revealed. In the meantime, entomologist Brett Ratcliffe has found three new contenders for the throne. The University of Nebraska professor named three of his eight newest […] The post New Beetle Species Named After ‘Game of Thrones’ Dragons appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2VdYTP0 via IFT...

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U.S. Newspapers Stymied By Cyber Attack

Newspapers are suffering enough without being the target of a cyber attack. Some of the country’s best-known broadsheets over the weekend suffered printing and distribution delays due to reported malware. The Los Angeles […] The post U.S. Newspapers Stymied By Cyber Attack appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2F1dnwI via IFT...

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NASA’s New Horizons Spacecraft Is Set for Ultima Thule Flyby

NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft is about to get cozy with a very distant space object. On New Years Day, NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft will fly by Ultima Thule, a distant “worldlet” located four […] The post NASA’s New Horizons Spacecraft Is Set for Ultima Thule Flyby appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2GM8klv via IFT...

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New California Law Says Pet Stores Can Only Sell Rescue Animals

California is now the first state to ban the sale of non-rescue cats, dogs, and rabbits in pet stores. State officials just created a new law, AB 485, to reduce puppy mill activity […] The post New California Law Says Pet Stores Can Only Sell Rescue Animals appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2Vl6GKQ via IFT...

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Stream More Than 500,000 Movies and TV Shows With SelectTV

If it’s a lack of quality streaming content that’s keeping you from cutting the cord, maybe it’s time you checked out SelectTV. SelectTV by Freecast boasts the largest library of streaming content on […] The post Stream More Than 500,000 Movies and TV Shows With SelectTV appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2QVsSg4 via IFT...

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NYPD to Deploy Drone Over Times Square on New Year’s Eve

For the first time ever, the New York City Police Department will be getting some robotic support from above during the New Year’s Eve celebrations at Times Square. The NYPD will be deploying […] The post NYPD to Deploy Drone Over Times Square on New Year’s Eve appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2TjrUXI via IFT...

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World’s Rarest Bird Thought To Be Extinct for 15 Years Gets New Home in Madagascar

The world’s rarest bird has a new home for the new year. A species called the Madagascar pochard, which was believed to be extinct for more than a decade, has been released into […] The post World’s Rarest Bird Thought To Be Extinct for 15 Years Gets New Home in Madagascar appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2R2oY5r via IFT...

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Learn to Produce Music Like A Pro With Ableton Live

Aspiring musician? Learn how to record professional-sounding tracks with the Ableton Music Production Mastery Bundle, offered to readers of Geek.com for only $23.49 — a savings of over 90% off the regular price […] The post Learn to Produce Music Like A Pro With Ableton Live appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2GPWU0b via IFT...

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Nancy Grace Roman, ‘Mother of Hubble’ Space Telescope, Dies at 93

Nancy Grace Roman, known as the “Mother of Hubble,” has died at the age of 93. Roman, a NASA astronomer who developed the Hubble Space Telescope, died on Dec. 25 after a prolonged […] The post Nancy Grace Roman, ‘Mother of Hubble’ Space Telescope, Dies at 93 appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2AoHGK6 via IFT...

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Year in Photos: Best News, Science, and Tech Images of 2018

It’s been a year of headlines dominated by extreme weather and natural disasters, sporting events that brought the world together, and space advances that renewed our Mars obsession. From Facebook testifying to Paradise, […] The post Year in Photos: Best News, Science, and Tech Images of 2018 appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2Rs3n5u via IFT...

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TSA Will Now Use Floppy-Eared Dogs for Airport Security

Floppy-eared doggos are making their way to airport security sites next year. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is now exchanging pointy-ear dogs for floppy-ear ones, so the public will feel more comfortable when interacting with […] The post TSA Will Now Use Floppy-Eared Dogs for Airport Security appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2GMtsbu via IFT...

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Lady Gaga Unveils Anime Cyborg at Her Las Vegas Show

Lady Gaga has unveiled a new high-tech addition to her Las Vegas concert lineup: An anime cyborg. On Friday, Lady Gaga teased the anime cyborg on her Twitter account. This anime cyborg appears […] The post Lady Gaga Unveils Anime Cyborg at Her Las Vegas Show appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2LEpwbp via IFT...

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Netflix Permanently Removes iTunes Billing for New Customers

Netflix is further distancing itself from Apple: The streaming service recently removed iTunes billing for its new customers. “We no longer support iTunes as a method of payment for new members,” a Netflix […] The post Netflix Permanently Removes iTunes Billing for New Customers appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2EVJn4D via IFT...

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Elon Musk Tweet Hints AI Could Be the First ‘Resident’ of Mars

People have explored the possibility of humans traveling to Mars lately. However, a recent Elon Musk tweet hinted that AI might be the first “resident” on the red planet. On Thursday, a Twitter […] The post Elon Musk Tweet Hints AI Could Be the First ‘Resident’ of Mars appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2QbLcfV via IFT...

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Geek Deals: DRM-Free STEM Books Starting at $1

If you’re ready to start the new year out on the right foot, this Humble Book Bundle is a fantastic way to learn. Jump in for as little as a buck, and your […] The post Geek Deals: DRM-Free STEM Books Starting at $1 appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2EXdclz via IFT...

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This High-Tech Wristband Can Detect Opioid Overdoses

Opioid overdoses are a major health issue in the U.S., yet a new high-tech wristband might help doctors detect the warning signs of fatal painkiller reactions. A group of Carnegie Mellon University students developed […] The post This High-Tech Wristband Can Detect Opioid Overdoses appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2LKRYsx via IFT...

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What to Stream on Hulu This Weekend

Whether you’ve breezed through the week (or not), it’s time to enjoy the weekend. We’ve curated must-see documentaries, films, and TV series to watch on Hulu from Dec. 28 to Dec. 30. Small town heroes, deadly […] The post What to Stream on Hulu This Weekend appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2Acs78a via IFT...

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What to Stream on Amazon Prime This Weekend

The weekend is the best for pre-holiday festivities, including shopping, cooking, and binge-watching classic Christmas flicks. We’ve rounded up must-see movies, TV shows, and exclusive series that you can stream on Amazon Prime from Dec. 28 […] The post What to Stream on Amazon Prime This Weekend appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2SdamMN via IFT...

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Get Unlimited Access to Thousands of Games With Wild Unlimited Gaming

Heads up, gamers. Enjoy unlimited access to thousands of ad-free game titles for the lowest price of the year. A six-month subscription to Wild Unlimited Gaming, which is normally discounted to $24.99, is […] The post Get Unlimited Access to Thousands of Games With Wild Unlimited Gaming appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2BJCfVU via IFT...

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Indonesia unblocks Tumblr following its ban on adult content

Indonesia, the world’s fourth largest country by population, has unblocked Tumblr nine months after it blocked the social networking site over pornographic content. Tumblr — which, disclaimer, is owned by Oath Verizon Media Group just like TechCrunch — announced earlier this month that it would remove all “adult content” from its platform. That decision, which angered many in the adult entertainment industry who valued the platform as an...

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MovieBob Reviews: ‘Mary Poppins Returns’

It’s lately said that Disney is effectively taking over the world right now by making movies ostensibly for children but really aimed at the nostalgia and long-term genre-fandom sensibilities of 20, 30 and […] The post MovieBob Reviews: ‘Mary Poppins Returns’ appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2AlqzZA via IFT...

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The Ultimate Super Smash Bros. Character Guide: Mega Man

Mega Man Gets Equipped! Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is huge. Not just in terms of hype and importance and sales potential, but just in terms of sheer stuff. The Nintendo Switch mascot fighter […] The post The Ultimate Super Smash Bros. Character Guide: Mega Man appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2QSvcoa via IFT...

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What to Stream on Netflix This Weekend

It’s finally the weekend! If you’re not engaging in pre-holiday shopping, you might want to binge-watch some flicks on Netflix. We’ve put together must-see documentaries, movies, and TV series to watch on Netflix from Dec. 28 […] The post What to Stream on Netflix This Weekend appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2PWJJd4 via IFT...

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Recycle Your Christmas Tree Into Paint, Food Sweeteners

Think twice before throwing away this year’s Christmas tree. The traditional evergreen conifer makes a great canvas for garlands, baubles, tinsel, and candy canes. But once dumped in a landfill, the tree’s hundreds […] The post Recycle Your Christmas Tree Into Paint, Food Sweeteners appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2GLqdB3 via IFT...

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Machine Learning May Predict How Well You’ll Age

An algorithm may one day be able to anticipate your chances of aging well. Researchers at the Salk Institute analyzed skin cells of the very young to the very old, searching for molecular […] The post Machine Learning May Predict How Well You’ll Age appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2TeJBrk via IFT...

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Spinning Neutron Stars Help Scientists Set Atomic Clocks

The European Space Agency is running a pulsar-based atomic clock. While most atomic clocks, as their name suggests, are based on atoms, the ESA has taken a different approach to time-telling. Operating since […] The post Spinning Neutron Stars Help Scientists Set Atomic Clocks appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2Q7TiG6 via IFT...

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Genetic Mutations Could Wipe Out Eastern Lowland Gorillas

As if the critically endangered eastern lowland gorilla hasn’t suffered enough, scientists this week confirmed the inevitable extinction of the subspecies. Once abundant in the mountainous forests of Democratic Republic of Congo, the […] The post Genetic Mutations Could Wipe Out Eastern Lowland Gorillas appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2Vbjpjk via IFT...

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Amazon Digital Day 2018: Best Gaming and Tech Deals

Christmas is over, however, Amazon is gifting us with another major sale: Digital Day 2018. On Friday, Amazon will discount digital content on its website, including apps, ebooks, games, movies, TV shows, and […] The post Amazon Digital Day 2018: Best Gaming and Tech Deals appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2TdA0kU via IFT...

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Century-Old Shipwreck Discovered on New Jersey Beach

High winds and shifting sands on the shore of Stone Harbor, New Jersey unearthed a holiday mystery — the remains of a 25-foot shipwreck from the 1800s. The mysterious vessel is still partially covered […] The post Century-Old Shipwreck Discovered on New Jersey Beach appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2Sj8QJi via IFT...

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People lost their damn minds when Instagram accidentally went horizontal

Earlier today, when Instagram suddenly transformed into a landscape oriented Tinder-esque nightmare, the app’s dedicated users extremely lost their minds and immediately took to Twitter to be vocal about it. As we reported, the company admitted that the abrupt shift from Instagram’s well-established vertical scrolling was a mistake. The mea culpa came quickly enough, but Instagram’s accidental update was already solidified as one of the last meme-able...

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Geek Deals: PlayStation Classic for $60, Pre-Order Bayonetta 3 for $48, $13 off Switch Joy-Cons

If you have some holiday cash burning a hole in your pocket, there are some sweet gaming deals today you’ll want to check out. You can get a PlayStation Classic for $60, a […] The post Geek Deals: PlayStation Classic for $60, Pre-Order Bayonetta 3 for $48, $13 off Switch Joy-Cons appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2VdTrvB via IFT...

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Disney’s ‘Star Wars’ Theme Park Trailer Teases High-Tech Amusement

Disney is making Star Wars enthusiasts’ dreams come true with a new high-tech theme park. On Tuesday, Disney Parks unveiled a new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge theme park video on YouTube,  which gave Star […] The post Disney’s ‘Star Wars’ Theme Park Trailer Teases High-Tech Amusement appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2VesFmF via IFT...

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Instagram Accidentally Released a Horizontal Scrolling Feature

Instagram users were not pleased with Instagram’s recent horizontal scrolling update. On Monday, Instagram tested a major redesign that removed vertical scrolling, Business Insider reported. This change prompted many Instagram users to complain […] The post Instagram Accidentally Released a Horizontal Scrolling Feature appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2GHAhLp via IFT...

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Finally Finish That Screenplay With WriterDuet Pro

Writing the next big screenplay? Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, your manuscripts will be better with WriterDuet Pro. A lifetime subscription, which had previously been discounted to $99, is […] The post Finally Finish That Screenplay With WriterDuet Pro appeared first on Geek.com. from Geek.com http://bit.ly/2Ag6GTG via IFT...

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Instagram accidentally rolled out tap-to-advance feed, removes it

Instagram confirms that a bug this morning mistakenly rolled out a massive change to its feed that replaced the traditional scrolling with horizontal tap-to-advance like with Stories. In October, TechCrunch reported Instagram was testing tap-to-advance for browsing through Explore posts. But many users woke up to a shock this morning when their familiar vertical swipe stopped advancing the main feed. Many users immediately complained that the gesture...

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