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LG Pay’s White Card will reportedly include an integrated circuit chip
by Guest Doug Demagistris- 0 replies
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If you have been wanting to know whether LG’s payment service is still a possibility, here’s some good news. According to a new report, LG’s payment project isn’t dead. Sources indicate that LG’s White Card will contain an embedded integrated circuit (IC) chip. Many were expecting LG to unveil its mobile payment solution, most presumably […] Come comment on this article: LG Pay’s White Card will reportedly include an integrated circuit chip Visit TalkAndroid http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/64874500f55e1f81c9eea3a0fcfe75fa._.gif News via TalkAndroid
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Will the Model 3 really ship on schedule? Some Tesla suppliers are skeptical
by Guest Yoni Heisler- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/78184fffaed0f56a1365becbf30e3db8.pngWith a reported 373,000 reservations for the Model 3 on the books, Tesla will have to engage in a full-on production sprint in order to meet its updated production deadlines. And given that Tesla has a history of delivering cars much later than promised, not everyone is optimistic that Elon Musk and co. can make good on an unquestionably aggressive production timeline. Just a few weeks ago, Tesla said that immense demand for the Model 3 compelled them to accelerate their manufacturing plans. Whereas Tesla initially planned to reach a manufacturing capacity of 500,000 cars by 2020, the company …
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Poll: What Google I/O 2016 announcement did you like most?
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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So many announcements were made at Google I/O 2016, which means there is a lot to get excited about for this year and beyond. The annual event focused on machine learning and artificial intelligence, but Android and its related platforms obviously had a big presence as well. That’s why we want to know from you […] Come comment on this article: Poll: What Google I/O 2016 announcement did you like most? Visit TalkAndroid http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/55c889d713b800e1707fbd8fdff97ba7._.gif News via TalkAndroid
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This is the Netflix hack the world has been waiting for
by Guest Yoni Heisler- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/474bb383ce7a5991189a68dc9f915db9.jpgBecause Netflix doesn't own the global licensing rights to all of the movies and TV shows it carries, a good deal of its programming remains completely unavailable to subscribers outside of certain geographic regions. Indeed, one of the reasons why Netflix is so intent on developing its own original programming is precisely because they don't have to deal with thorny licensing issues. Now if you find yourself in the frustrating position of wanting to watch something on Netflix that is otherwise geographically restricted, there's a new desktop app that can help turn that dream into a reality. …
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The gorgeous activity tracker for people who hate activity trackers
by Guest Maren Estrada- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/2355bb75f9715a4dedb98cdae48db5ad.jpg There's no question at this point that activity trackers can help you lose wait and get healthy. In fact, our own editor used one to lose 50 lbs in just three months. For some people though, the fact that activity trackers are a bit ugly is a major turnoff — isn't there something that looks stylish and will still help you get in shape? Check out the Withings Activité Steel - Activity and Sleep Tracking Watch - Mineral Glass and Stainless Steel, which is on sale for $170 on Amazon with free express shipping. (more…) http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/dbed7ddd7af1128e1e6071f3…
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8 new movie trailers you need to watch from this past week
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/f726881d8d8cc6345ee47c7624dad2a2.jpgSci-fi, drama, and strange and beautiful animations — we’ve got it all this week. It’s time to explore the week's best new trailers, including new clips from Independence Day: Resurgence, Sausage Party and The BFG. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/bc5a4d6e1d6c0fafd5a98ae4406713e0._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Android Pay will soon let you withdraw cash at ATMs using Bank of America
by Guest Doug Demagistris- 0 replies
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It’s great to finally see a major U.S. bank onboard with a contactless payment solution. Soon, you’ll be able to use your Bank of America card at ATMs using Android Pay on your Android smartphone. We’ve been awaiting this feature for a long time; withdrawing cash from an ATM using just a smartphone will soon […] Come comment on this article: Android Pay will soon let you withdraw cash at ATMs using Bank of America Visit TalkAndroid http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/b25a3764dcb140c97eeb45ff20ffc643._.gif News via TalkAndroid
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[Deal] Get an Android Wear MODE watchband for 20% off now through June 19
by Guest Doug Demagistris- 0 replies
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From now through June 20, owners of select Android Wear smartwatches in the U.S. can purchase a new MODE watchband at the Google Store for 20% off. The reason we say “select” Android Wear smartwatch owners is because not all smartwatches are compatible with Google’s MODE bands. Compatibility is listed at the Google Store. To be […] Come comment on this article: [Deal] Get an Android Wear MODE watchband for 20% off now through June 19 Visit TalkAndroid http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/ad1b6b4fffea7b079f20653792178443._.gif News via TalkAndroid
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Google Allo security explained: The good, the bad and the ugly
by Guest Chris Smith- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/e805eb709a2711efc9c628f91e7e4e44.jpgGoogle isn’t happy with the chat apps it already has, so at I/O 2016 it showed off a new Assistant-infused Allo messaging app as well as a Duo video chat app intended to work like Apple’s FaceTime, but across platforms. From Google’s demos, you can easily see they’re incredible apps that should offer fast and smart communication. However, there are things you need to know about privacy and encryption. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/50f726b10ecab59454da37627e8d96a2._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Hubble takes stunning Mars close-up pic
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/e090ee6eee4eb4d21839a7e2599a8d9e.pngA new image taken by the Hubble space telescope shows Mars in incredible detail as astronomers prepare for a close-up with the red planet. Operated by NASA and the European Space Agency, Hubble took the Mars image on May 12. “During May 2016 the Earth and Mars get closer to each other than at any time in the last ten years,” explained the ESA, in a statement. On Sunday, Mars will “come into opposition,” which refers to the point at which the planet is located directly opposite the Sun in the sky. “This means that the Sun, Earth and Mars line up, with Earth sitting in between the Sun and the Re…
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Indiegogo is trying to make itself suck less
by Guest Chris Mills- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/4a873e7908e0619042e69b6bd31f7f96.jpgIndiegogo is the lesser-known cousin of Kickstarter, and it has something of a bad reputation for harboring particularly unrealistic crowdfunding campaigns (Lazer Razor, anyone?). To try to give people more confidence in some campaigns, Indiegogo has partnered with Arrow Electronics, a design and production firm. As reported by TechCrunch, Indiegogo campaigns will get access to expertise to help with the manufacturing and prototyping, and get an official stamp of approval from Indiegogo to help lure in backers. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/ffa5005ed7e6fa0ac7f2d0088d5b…
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This 3-D printed motorbike is absurdly light
by Guest Chris Mills- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/eab54d56b86a23bedcf30eb12e7c7fba.jpg3-D printing has been used to make all sorts of products of increasing complexity, including rockets for spacecraft and engine components. But it's not until you see an Airbus exec lifting this motorbike with one hand that the technology's potential really starts to shine through. The oh-so-cleverly-named Light Rider is produced by Airbus subsidiary AP Works. It has a 3-D printed frame made from a proprietary aluminum alloy, which Airbus claims to be as strong as titanium. Even including the chunky tires, suspension and electric motor, the whole bike only weighs in at 35kg. (more…)http://a…
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The cheapest, easiest way to keep your dog safe in the car
by Guest Maren Estrada- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/9d6c5b6983b801df8aad98e6294f6930.jpg Look, we get it. Putting your dog in a crazy harness every time you get in the car is a huge pain in the butt. Strapping your pup in when you get in the car is hugely important though. Securing your dog is one thing, but there's another reason it's so vital: In the unfortunate event of a crash, a dog that isn't strapped in could end up running away and getting lost, which is even worse if he or she is injured. Prevent this scenario without a complicated harness by picking up the Etekcity 2-Pack of Dog Car Seat Belt Straps. One end clicks into your seat belt buckle and the other end has a …
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Your first look at the official YouTube VR app
by Guest Zach Epstein- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/f5efab5974e6409b08a0f4bc5502994b.jpgGoogle is going all in on virtual reality, and we saw the early stages of its plan for VR domination take shape this week at the annual Google I/O developer conference. The company covered plenty of bases during its big keynote event on Wednesday — check out the 8 most important announcements from Google I/O 2016 — but VR was absolutely one of the biggest. In fact, the entire event was streamed live in 360-degree video so that anyone with a VR headset anywhere in the world could follow along as if they were sitting right there in the audience. The company's mission is clear: Google wants to ow…
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This robotic bee uses static electricity to stick to surfaces
by Guest Chris Smith- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/f7066664ffd9a7ad6a02f58518cb5112.jpgRemember the MIT’s RoboBee? The initiative kicked off a couple of years ago, aiming to fix a major problem that we currently have: the bee population is slowly dying, and without bees, we’re pretty much doomed. Last fall we learned that researchers from Harvard created an insect-size robot that can both fly and swim. And now we hear that MIT and Harvard researchers have partnered up to create a RoboBee that can perch. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/ba2c3ba8e1078029c5a421421a45641e._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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The five most important announcements from Google’s mammoth conference
by Guest Chris Mills- 0 replies
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Google I/O is finally winding down, after three days of announcements on announcements. I/O is a developer conference, so a lot of the features on display aren't exciting if you're not into SDKs. But amidst the techno-speak, Google made some huge reveals. Here's everything you missed, if you spent the last three days in a cave. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/f5192b515bee5989b6abb88956ec4e5d._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Tesla has a serious quality problem, and it needs fixing
by Guest Yoni Heisler- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/f58c809a77c47238c737805835a242df.jpgThere's no denying that Tesla is an incredibly forward-thinking and innovative company that's made some big changes to the status quo. In what seems like the blink of an eye, Tesla not only managed to normalize the concept of electric vehicles, but it also changed the way we think about the driving experience altogether. As a direct result, Tesla is a beloved company with an adoring and exceedingly passionate fan base. But there's only so much crap even the most passionate fans will tolerate, and with Tesla anticipating rapid growth into a much cheaper market, its quality control issues need t…
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This iPhone and Android car mount is impossibly simple yet brilliantly designed
by Guest Maren Estrada- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/5eb4000b559b86591d396b5db72e119c.jpg Sometimes you come across an accessory that's so simple and yet so smartly designed, you have no choice but to tip your hat. And sometimes, that simple but brilliant little accessory also happens to be ridiculously affordable. Meet the TechMatte MagGrip Air Vent Magnetic Universal Car Mount Holder for Smartphones including the iPhone and Android phones. It costs just $7 on Amazon including shipping — that's right... $7 — and it could be the best purchase you've made in a long time. (more…) http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/f5e909904e5565c485bb9fe9ef7b37ff._.gif Via BRG - …
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Google and Levi’s will release a touch-sensitive jacket, out later this year
by Guest Chris Mills- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/798ada717b5200d8179f0310cdf5aeec.pngTouch-sensitive clothing has been one of the promised inventions coming in 'just a few years' for a while now. But with a partnership between Google and Levi's promising to make an actual tangible product within the year, things are getting real. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/22a9677a3bd7f258612342d34d085730._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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VR zombies are way too real for this woman
by Guest Zach Epstein- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/9dc11bb21ec3f425794366d3b6b3170f.jpgFact: The only thing more fun than actually playing a zombie game in virtual reality is watching some one else freak out while playing a zombie game in virtual reality. When the team at San Jose-based marketing firm Zooka Creative got their hands on an HTC Vive virtual reality headset, the staffers there were no doubt excited to check out the future of VR. As anyone who has ever tried the Vive will attest to, the VR experience it offers is incredible — take a look at our 24-hour Vive review if you haven't already seen it. But VR is intense and sometimes it can get way too real, as illustrated …
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Banks are helping hackers pull off the perfect heist
by Guest Chris Smith- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/839b369f5710d5184ea7da1b3f2e408b.jpgNews broke in February that hackers were able to steal no less than $81 million from the Bank of Bangladesh in what MANY described as a perfect heist. Well, maybe it wasn’t perfect, as a silly spelling mistake prevented the culprits from walking away with nearly $1 billion. But the sophisticated attack worked almost flawlessly as the hackers were able to take advantage of the backbone of financial transactions, after infiltrating the bank’s systems. It turns out that the Bangladesh attack wasn’t an isolated event. Hackers have attacked other banks as well in the past using the same methods. Ne…
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Google is making an innovative modular phone, and you can buy it next year
by Guest Yoni Heisler- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/cb9f15e8e73fa170a2f5dfe24fb97e0c.jpgInitially a Motorola project that was ultimately unveiled at Google I/O 2014, Project Ara has been an intriguing project that has been on our radar for years now. For those unfamiliar, Project Ara is an ambitious program designed to create an entire hardware ecosystem for smartphone modules. So in contrast to the iPhone where the entire device is sealed shut, the Project Ara smartphone would enable users to swap out various components (battery, speaker, camera etc.) as they desire. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/b20f7740367df08b04bed358d5d42160._.gif Via BRG - Boy Ge…
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Developer edition of Project Ara to launch later this year
by Guest Jeff Causey- 0 replies
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With Google I/O 2016 wrapping up, one piece of Google technology that did not get any time in the limelight is prepping to move into the spotlight later this year. Google’s ATAP has been working on a modular phone called Project Ara for a while now and indications are that a developers edition will be […] Come comment on this article: Developer edition of Project Ara to launch later this year Visit TalkAndroid http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/0d29370cd5e66037ecf5ec67549eed1f._.gif News via TalkAndroid
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Invite system may way goodbye for the release of the OnePlus 3
by Guest Doug Demagistris- 0 replies
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Carl Pei just took it to Twitter to ask followers if they’re looking forward to invites making a return for the OnePlus 3. As you may have guessed, the post shortly became flooded with comments. There you will find that it’s pretty clear people don’t want the invite system coming back. OnePlus’ famous invite system has […] Come comment on this article: Invite system may way goodbye for the release of the OnePlus 3 Visit TalkAndroid http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/3ca8e14dfd7f44ee113d7d3d33feb1d9._.gif News via TalkAndroid
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Lenovo teases June 9th event, Moto Z incoming
by Guest Doug Demagistris- 0 replies
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Motorola, owned by Lenovo, is teasing an event to happen on June 9th. Motorola Mobility uploaded their very first teaser on YouTube. Could we be getting the Moto Z? The video reminds us of how life was with just a flip phone and how far we’ve come since then. It was hard to stand out, […] Come comment on this article: Lenovo teases June 9th event, Moto Z incoming Visit TalkAndroid http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/061dda16df1861bbba9be54417b103b5._.gif News via TalkAndroid