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With mankind slowly marching towards a future where human space colonies are a reality — and with our brightest minds telling us we need to find a way off of Earth as soon as possible — the subject of human and animal reproduction in space has evolved from a curiosity to a question that seriously needs answering. A new study by researchers at Japan's University of Yamanashi suggests that some of the dangers that space radiation poses to animal sperm might not be as dire as feared, and even raises the possibility that we could store sperm on the moon. Continue reading... Trending right now: The Galaxy Note 8’s design may be just as exciting as the iPhone 8 This …

While Pokemon Go players are undoubtedly anxious to see Niantic fix the gym battle system, add trading to the game and introduce the first Legendary Pokemon, there's another, less flashy feature that might make an even bigger difference. In a recent tweet, Niantic confirmed that it is are working on a way to enable PokeStop submissions to players in the future -- the first confirmation of its kind. Continue reading... Trending right now: The Galaxy Note 8’s design may be just as exciting as the iPhone 8 Forget the NES Classic Edition, this $40 console can play every NES game ever Leaked tests show OnePlus 5 is much more powerful than Galaxy S8 and Google Pixel…

Earlier today, Microsoft announced the new Surface Pro. But while you're still taking in the news, Microsoft isn't messing around: preorders start today on Microsoft.com. The cheapest version costs $799, but that price does not include the keyboard and stylus, so be prepared to spend extra cash on accessories. Furthermore, the cheapest Surface Pro might not meet your needs when it comes to performance. Thankfully, you can buy versions with better processors, more RAM, and more storage, but the price will go up significantly. Finally, the LTE model that Microsoft advertised isn’t available for preorder — or, at least, it’s not clear when there will be a separate LTE ver…

T-Mobile CEO John Legere has literally made his career by calling out other companies on their bullshit. The magenta-colored Twitterphile delights in video rants slamming AT&T and Verizon for deceptive billing practices, "line access fees," and "activation fees" that do nothing but pad the bottom line. Legere has a great point: badly-named fees are anti-consumer, terrible for your company's image, and awful for the wireless industry as a whole. So why exactly is T-Mobile quietly jacking up the catchily-named "Regulatory Programs & Telco Recovery Fee" on some of its most popular accounts? Continue reading... Trending right now: Forget the NES Classic E…

With less than a month to go until E3 2017 kicks off in Los Angeles, gamers are anxious to see what Nintendo, Sony and Microsoft have in store for the holiday season. All eyes are on Microsoft though, as the Xbox maker plans to introduce its Project Scorpio 4K console while simultaneously responding to critics who say that the lineup of console exclusives has dried up in recent months. Thankfully, Xbox fans will have plenty to occupy themselves with in the meantime as the Games with Gold selection for June is once again fantastic, highlighted by Watch Dogs and Dragon Age: Origins. Continue reading... Trending right now: Forget the NES Classic Edition, this $4…

Looking for a smartwatch? It’s tough out there. A ton of devices exist, and the prices don’t really reflect what you’re getting. Now on Talk Android Deals you can get the Ticwatch 2 for less than $200. It’s a sleek smartwatch with a straightforward user interface, so this will work on you just as well […] Come comment on this article: [TA Deals] Get the Ticwatch 2 for $170! (15% off) Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

North Korean hackers responsible for the Sony hack in late 2014 may be behind the mid-May WannaCry ransomware attack that infected more than 300,000 computer systems around the world. This is the second time in a matter of days that a security company links the infamous Lazarus Group to the cyber attack. The hackers, believed to be working for the North Korean government, took advantage of a Windows vulnerability first discovered by the NSA and then shared with the world by a different hackers organization that reportedly works for the Russians, to create WannaCry. However, the WannaCry attack may not be orchestrated by the North Korean government, the report says. Ins…

Stop me if you’ve heard this before, but Apple and Nokia are settling their legal dispute out of court. The first time they did, it was back in 2011, after an iPhone-based legal case that started in the previous years. Back then, Apple ended up paying Nokia a huge chunk of money, believed to have amounted up to €800 million, as well as royalties for every iPhone that would be sold in the future. The new settlement comes a lot faster this time around, only months after Nokia sued Apple again. Continue reading... Trending right now: The Galaxy Note 8’s design may be just as exciting as the iPhone 8 Leaked tests show OnePlus 5 is much more powerful than Galaxy …

Microsoft at a special event held in Shanghai on Tuesday unveiled its newest laptop. It looks like the rumors were accurate, Microsoft does have a new Surface Pro, but it's not called Surface Pro 5 as we'd have expected. Meet the Surface Pro. Continue reading... Trending right now: The Galaxy Note 8’s design may be just as exciting as the iPhone 8 Leaked tests show OnePlus 5 is much more powerful than Galaxy S8 and Google Pixel This car gets over 2,700 miles per gallon Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

The Amazon Echo is a fantastic smart speaker, but $180 is a whole lot of money to pay for one device — even if it does pack Alexa. That’s why Amazon went on to introduce two lower-cost options, the most popular of which is the Echo Dot. This $50 speaker makes it much more affordable to fill your to fill your home with Alexa, and now you can save even more money. Order three Echo Dots and use the coupon code DOT3PACK at checkout, and you’ll save $20. That’s $129.97 for three Dots, or $43 and change a piece. Here are some highlights from the Echo Dot product page: Echo Dot (2nd Generation) is a hands-free, voice-controlled device that uses Alexa to play music, contro…

One of the biggest superhero movies of 2017 is losing its director just shy of the finish line due to devastating circumstances. On Monday, Justice League director Zack Snyder told The Hollywood Reporter that he would be stepping away from the DC team-up movie, which is currently in post-production, to be with his family following the untimely death of his daughter, Autumn Snyder. Continue reading... Trending right now: Microsoft just launched the brand new Surface Pro The Galaxy Note 8’s design may be just as exciting as the iPhone 8 Leaked tests show OnePlus 5 is much more powerful than Galaxy S8 and Google Pixel Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

It’s never too early for more leaks, and the Galaxy Note 8 is ready to start showing off features ahead of an announcement later this year. This time around there’s pretty good evidence that Samsung has finally figured out how to cram the fingerprint scanner underneath the screen, as the leaked demo doesn’t show a […] Come comment on this article: Galaxy Note 8 starts to leak showing an embedded fingerprint scanner Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

OnePlus might have teased which colors you’ll be able to buy its 2017 flagship in. Releasing a device in a number of colors? It’s not OnePlus’ style, but that could change this year. The OnePlus 5 could be sold in black, blue, purple, teal, red, and gold. Or we’re totally looking too far into a […] Come comment on this article: Does this tweet tease colors for the OnePlus 5? Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

In the week prior to Google I/O 2017, new images and information leaked out about a new, third operating system and accompanying user interface that Google appears to have in the works somewhere deep in the inner workings of the company. The operating system is called Fuchsia and the leak triggered lots of social media […] Come comment on this article: Fuchsia remains a mystery despite mention at Fireside Chat Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

With Google I/O 2017 wrapped up, it is time for Internet sleuths to get back to work finding images of forthcoming devices and they have not disappointed. New images surfaced today that allege to show the Motorola Moto G5S courtesy of a “trusted source familiar with Lenovo’s plans.” Based on the images and some other information […] Come comment on this article: More Motorola images leak, this time of the Moto G5S Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

The $200 outdoor Nest Cam model is on sale on Amazon for just $168 right now, but that’s still a whole lot of money to pay for a single outdoor camera. That $170 price tag is even more offensive when you consider that you can buy not two, not even four, but eight ZOSI 1000TVL 960H Weatherproof Home Surveillance Cameras for less than the cost of one outdoor Nest Cam… even when it’s on sale! Here’s what you need to know, from the Amazon product page: HD 960H 1000 TV Lines,day night vision resolution for high quality image,42 high-intensity infrared LEDs,allows up to 120ft night vision Weather and vandal resistant housing that can withstand the toughest of outdoor co…

In 2010, Apple launched the iPad and reinvigorated, what was then, an arguably non-existent tablet market. As sales skyrocketed, even Apple executives were taken aback the iPad's popularity, with the device quickly becoming the fastest-selling product in consumer electronics history. A few years later, iPad sales not only began tapering off, but declining substantially. In a relatively short amount of time, the narrative surrounding the iPad shifted from "the iPad is the future of computing" to "how can Apple save the iPad?" As a quick example, Apple last quarter sold 8.92 million iPads, the first time quarterly sales checked in below 9 million units since 2011. Con…

The International Space Station is one seriously advanced piece of technology, packed with gadgets and various hardware that allow the on-board astronauts to carry out their various research projects. But, like any aging vehicle, it's been beat up, repaired, and upgraded almost constantly during its nearly 19 years in orbit. Now, the spontaneous failure of a newly-installed device is prompting a short-notice spacewalk in the hopes that the malfunctioning component can be replaced. Continue reading... Trending right now: If this leaked iPhone 8 case is real, we have some good news and bad news There’s a new OnePlus 5 leak, and it looks nothing like the others T…

Last fall, Apple confirmed that it's sending the MacBook Air to the server farm upstate. Although it still sells the Air, the form factor hasn't been updated since 2013, and the screen is equally antique. Apple suggests the non-Touch Bar MacBook Pro as the entry-level laptop for people who want a fully-featured laptop, but $1,500 is one hell of an entry-level price. So, it falls to other companies to fill the void that Apple's left. Some of the premium Chromebooks are fantastic options for half the price of a MacBook Air, but Chrome OS is still lacking in features for some users. Luckily, HP has a new laptop you might want to take a look at. Continue reading... T…

Although it will have some tough competition from Apple and OnePlus later this year, Samsung's Galaxy S8 is currently the best phone of 2017. Since the phone launched last month, several deals have sprung up from retailers and mobile carriers, but Samsung just blew them all away with a deal of its own. Continue reading... Trending right now: The Galaxy Note 8’s design may be just as exciting as the iPhone 8 There’s a new OnePlus 5 leak, and it looks nothing like the others Leaked tests show OnePlus 5 is much more powerful than Galaxy S8 and Google Pixel Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

Instead of letting someone else leak information, Lenovo is publicly sharing something about the Moto Z2 Play before the phone is official. A new set of hardware is coming soon from Lenovo; however, the company isn’t waiting to reveal what battery will be inside. Rather than having a giant 3510mAh battery like its predecessor, the […] Come comment on this article: Lenovo, on Twitter, confirms 3000mAh battery for the Moto Z2 Play Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Going on an adventure? Consider the new LG X Venture. The name says it all. An exclusive for AT&T was announced this morning by LG, and it’s a sturdy phone with a massive battery. The X Venture, according to LG, is “designed for active users” who have “on-the-go lifestyles.” That’s a position we’ve heard from […] Come comment on this article: LG brings the budget-friendly, durable X Venture to AT&T Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

It’s time for a giveaway! Now you can enter to win a Caseology Parallax case for your Samsung Galaxy S8 through Talk Android. We can all agree that the Galaxy S8 is a gorgeous phone, so you shouldn’t cover it with a big and ugly case. Stylish options are out there that won’t take away […] Come comment on this article: Giveaway: Win a Caseology Parallax case for your Samsung Galaxy S8 (or S8+)! Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Nest was one of the first to market with a smart WiFi camera solution, but now that’s a pretty common type of device from tons and tons of other manufacturers. So what’s Nest’s plan to stay ahead of the game? Try 4k recording with some intelligent zoom functions. Yep, Nest is reportedly working on a […] Come comment on this article: Nest is working on a 4K WiFi camera with new smart features Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Google announced one phone late last year, the Pixel, with two variants, and the differences between them seem minor on paper but are actually important when choosing one. If you go with the 5.5-inch variant over the 5-inch variant, you’re getting a bigger display as well as a bigger battery. Longevity is the key difference, […] Come comment on this article: Mophie just announced a Juice Pack for the Google Pixel (XL) Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid