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Los Angeles-based Czinger is 3D-printing a 1,232-hp hybrid hypercar

Los Angeles-based Czinger is relying on 3D-printing to manufacture a plug-in hybrid hypercar with 1,232 horsepower on tap. This technology saves time and money.
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Wild new ‘brainsourcing’ technique trains A.I. directly with human brainwaves

Researchers wired up 30 participants to brain-reading tech to see if they could collectively teach a computer to learn. Welcome to the world of brainsourcing.
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Everything Apple didn’t announce at WWDC 2020

Apple revealed a huge list of features and updates at WWDC 2020, but not everything that was rumored made an appearance. Here’s everything Apple forgot to share.
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A state of unrest: How working from home is screwing up sleep, and how to fix it

The coronavirus and other tragedies in the world, as well as an abrupt shift to remote work, has left many of us without sleep. Here's what you can do about it.
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Having a backyard bash? Your smart speaker could pose a security risk

Smart speakers may be great choices for controlling your smart home, but they aren't the best picks for outdoor party speakers. Here's why Bluetooth is better.
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Should you worry about hacked smart home appliances?

As smart appliances continue to evolve, the potential for them to be hacked becomes greater. We spoke with a cybersecurity expert who sheds light on the risks.
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EA Play Live 2020: How to watch and what to expect from today’s event

Electronic Arts will unveil a host of new games at its EA Play Live 2020 event on Thursday. Here's your guide on how to watch it and see every big announcement.
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How much video game CEOs make — and why they may be overpaid

Activision CEO Bobby Kotick made $30 million last year, and some believe he's overpaid. We look at industry CEO pay to see who's right — what gaming CEOs make.
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Your electric bill will skyrocket this summer. Smart home tech can help.

Working from home during the summer can make your electric bill to go crazy. We'll tell you how an informative smart home can help keep your costs down.
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If you’re playing video games, you’re probably eating. And that’s not a good thing

Eating and drinking is a popular pastime for men and women, new data shows. They especially like Red Bull and Monster energy drinks and don't mind sweets.
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Take-Two CEO: Hurricane Sandy helped us prepare for coronavirus pandemic

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick discusses how the game publisher has handled the shift to work from home and his long-term vision for e-sports.
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TikTok isn’t paying its biggest stars, but they don’t really care

TikTok just had its best quarter as more people are tuning in than ever. But will the lack of ad monetization hamper its growth and popularity among creators?
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Backlog: Terraria is an indie classic with an enviable legacy

The sandbox adventure often gets compared to Minecraft and Stardew Valley, but it shines on its own.
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Should you be worried about cameras in robot vacuums?

Robot vacuums can now map your rooms, and some even have cameras. Is this a privacy problem? We break down what to look for and the safeguards robot vacs take.
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All the COVID-19 treatments currently in clinical trials

Institutions around the world are working to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the novel coronavirus. The pathway is a long and difficult one.
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Robot mops can’t sanitize your floors. Here’s why

Robot mops are convenient devices that alleviate a household chore, but don't try to add your own cleaning solution or disinfectant to the device. It may break.
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MLB stars are using video games to hone their skills during lockdown

Video games are helping MLB stars sharpen their attention skills, keep their competitive edge, and connect them with teammates during coronavirus lockdowns.
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After coronavirus, what happens to Hollywood and movies?

Things will never be the same for Hollywood and the movie-watching experience after coronavirus, but that might not be a bad thing. Here's what we can expect.
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Brainwave-reading temporary tattoos could take wearable tech to the next level

Researchers in Europe have developed electrode-sporting temporary tattoos that may one day be used to read brainwaves. Here's why they could be a game-changer.
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Don’t let the COVID crash fool you. It’s still a great time to be a YouTuber

Many people thought that the coronavirus pandemic would be the end of influencers. But it's quite the opposite. YouTubers have more eyes than ever on them now.
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Electronic Arts CEO: We’re in no hurry to return to our offices

Electronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson discusses preparation and response to the coronavirus pandemic, and how they are keeping players engaged from home.
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Huawei’s top designer reveals how he made the P40 Pro a work of art

Exactly how much work goes into designing a slick new smartphone? Digital Trends spoke to Quentin Ting, the man behind the new Huawei P40 Pro, to find out.
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How Volkswagen is taking the Golf GTI into the digital age

Volkswagen told Digital Trends how it developed a Golf GTI for the 2020s. It's smarter and more connected, but it still looks and feels like a GTI -- on paper.
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Contact-tracing apps may seem like the coronavirus solution. They’re not

To control the coronavirus's spread, countries have turned to contact-tracing apps to notify people when they're exposed. But how effective are these apps?
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Exclusive: The story behind the XPS 17, Dell’s largest and most powerful laptop

Seventeen-inch laptops are nearly extinct. With the new XPS 17 model, Dell is looking to change that. Here's how and why it's starting a big-laptop revival.
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It’s all in the wrist: Wearables are helping to treat disease and disability

The first wave of wearables brought us step counters, activity trackers, and smartphone substitutes -- the second wave has an even more health-focused agenda.
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Coronavirus antibody tests aren’t created equal. Here’s what you need to know

The Food and Drug Administration recently changed its standards around accuracy for coronavirus antibody tests. Previously, there wasn't a lot of guideance.
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The dark(ish) underbelly of Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Nintendo's Animal Crossing: New Horizons has spawned an adorably dark underworld full of stalk market manipulation, character trafficking, and bouncers
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We’re all tired of Zoom calls. Here’s how to get out of them politely

As the coronavirus pushed millions of people inside and onto screens, virtual communication skyrocketed. But as weeks go on, it's become all too tiring.
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DIY ventilator plans are all over the internet, but is building one a good idea?

Even before the coronavirus brought the world to its knees, there were DIY ventilator blueprints on the internet. But how safe are they to build and use?
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Can a smart thermostat protect you from the coronavirus?

Smart thermostats can help control the humidity level in your home and reduce the potential for viral spread.
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How to watch the Star Wars movies in order … the perfect order, that is

There's more to preparing for the perfect Star Wars movie marathon than just collecting all of the movies. You also need to decide when to watch each of them.
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These were the biggest TV technology fails of all time

From Sony Betamax to security concerns around cameras, TV technology has failed more than once. We take a walk down memory lane to look at the biggest blunders.
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It’s time for Instagram to fully embrace the desktop

Instagram now allows users to send direct messages from their desktop. But why stop there? We say it's time for Instagram to offer a full desktop experience.