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Tuesday, August 2, 2016

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TECHNOLOGY

Half an operating system: The triumph and tragedy of OS/2

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arstechnica.com - Unfortunately, OS/2 had a crucial flaw in its design: a Synchronous Input Queue (SIQ). What this meant was that all messages to the GUI window server went through a single tollbooth. If any OS/2 na...

Russian spies claim they can now collect crypto keys—but don’t say how

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arstechnica.co.uk - Russia's intelligence agency the FSB, successor to the KGB, has posted a notice on its website claiming that it now has the ability to collect crypto keys for Internet services that use encryption....

Microsoft Cuts More Features From Windows 10 Pro To Push Businesses To Enterprise Edition - Petri

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petri.com - Earlier this month, Microsoft announced that its monthly subscription service for enterprise customers would start at $7 a month and it will launch later this year. If you are a business running Wi...

10 Online Marketing Tools That’ll Accelerate Growth of a New Business

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neilpatel.com - Did you recently take the step of starting a new business? As exciting as this may be, it’s only natural to feel a bit of fear in the early days. With so many unanswered questions, you may be conce...

Local SEO Techniques to Get Your Local Business Higher in the Ranking

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smedio.com - Local SEO is a very different beast to standard SEO. While there is a lot of crossover between optimizing your business for local and standard SEO, some things are more important for local business...

PS Vita jailbreak finally lets you run emulators and homebrew software

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arstechnica.com - If you see someone still playing on a PSP, chances are it's because it's been hacked to hell. Sony's trusty handheld might not have been the sales sensation the company had hoped for, but—despite t...

Forget 'Tesla Semi,' Mercedes already has world's first all-electric truck

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mashable.com - When Elon Musk revealed that Tesla is planning to produce an all-electric commercial vehicle platform called "Tesla Semi," it came as quite a surprise to a lot of people. That's because it seemed v...

Binary Capital backs runaway trains with $175 million new fund

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techcrunch.com - You’ve built an app and it’s blowing up but you have no clue how to scale or retain users. Who do you call? Binary Capital specializes in businesses with initial traction that need direction. Binar...

Here’s the 18th batch of companies from 500 Startups

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techcrunch.com - We’re already halfway through the year, which means it’s time for another batch from 500 Startups to start rolling out. This year, 46 companies are going through 500 Startups’ 18th batch, ranging f...

Sioeye Iris4G is an action camera with built-in cell service for live streaming

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techcrunch.com - I get the chance to test out quite a bit of first-generation consumer gadgets. And while a few are great, the majority just aren’t able to meet the high threshold of quality that Apple has (for bet...

How to Use Facebook Live From Your Desktop Without Costly Software : Social Media Examiner

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socialmediaexaminer.com - Have you considered using Facebook Live to host an on-screen walkthrough? Using Facebook Live from your desktop opens up a new world of marketing possibilities. In this article, you’ll discover how...

Apple's iOS 10 update will add new rainbow flag and women emoji

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mashable.com - The next version of iOS will have the most diverse set of emoji yet. Apple announced Monday that the upcoming iOS 10 update will include new female characters depicting professional women and women...

You should be thanking the VCR – after you Google it

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mashable.com - Eons ago, or at least 40 years ago, there were fewer TV channels than you could count on your fingers and toes and the programming schedule was set by television networks. We all watched TV, but ma...

Mac app makes nighttime browsing easier on the eyes

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mashable.com - If you've ever spent a late night in front of a computer then you likely know it's not the most eye-friendly experience. Luckily, apps like f.lux, which change the color temperature of displays, h...

Did 'Pokémon Go' remove PokéStops because neighbors complained?

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mashable.com - Pokémon Go players in Sydney, Australia, may have three less PokéStops from which to get their Poké Balls, Razz Berries and potions. The western suburb of Rhodes had been inundated with avid Pokémo...

Ex-Facebook CTO sells word processor Quip for $582 million to Salesforce

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mashable.com - A young word processing app just found a new home — for a pretty hefty price tag. Salesforce, the cloud software giant, has acquired Quip for $582 million, according to the company's filings with ...

Apple pushes iPad Pro as 'computer' in latest ad

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mashable.com - Apple wants you to accept the new iPad Pro as a computer. In the latest commercial for its more powerful 9.7-inch tablet, Apple positions the iPad Pro, with its optional Smart Keyboard and Apple Pe...

Google Tag Manager: What Marketers Need to Know : Social Media Examiner

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socialmediaexaminer.com - To discover what Google Tag Manager is and how to use it, I interview Christopher Penn. The Social Media Marketing podcast is an on-demand talk radio show from Social Media Examiner. It’s designed ...

Brave, the ad-blocking browser from former Mozilla CEO, grabs $4.5 million

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techcrunch.com - Brave Software, the new web browser company co-founded by former Mozilla CEO Brendan Eich, has raised $4.5 million in seed funding for the continued development of its open source browser that bloc...

Pokémon Go update removes nearby monster tracking, improves stability

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arstechnica.com - Despite the popularity of Pokémon Go, the game is flaky at best. Numerous bugs and glitches not only make it difficult to find Pokémon—giving rise to Pokemon tracking sites like PokéVision—but also...

Your Complete Social Media Checklist

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pegfitzpatrick.com - Have you ever wished you had a social media checklist? The amount of work that goes into growing and managing a social media presence is immense, and it can be hard to make sure you’re staying on t...

Third-party Pokémon Go tracking services get shut down

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techcrunch.com - Pokévision, and other popular third-party tracking apps that helped Pokémon Go players discover which Pokémon were nearby and see their location on a map, have been shut down. The move follows comm...

Tesla moves forward on $2.6B SolarCity acquisition

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techcrunch.com - Early this morning, Tesla announced that it had come to an agreement to acquire SolarCity in a $2.6 billion all stock transaction. Tesla first announced it was interested in acquiring the solar pow...

Apple Maps adds more transit and parking data ahead of iOS 10 redesign

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techcrunch.com - Let’s be honest — Apple Maps had a rough start. Four years later, the company is still working hard on improving its location app with more data and features. Many people still prefer Google Maps o...

BrightWork launches to bring easy web app building for front end folks

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techcrunch.com - Front end folks and back end folks just can’t get together. The back end folks are always like “Node.js” and the front end folks are like “Node what?” and then there’s a fight and someone gets the ...

Rural tech startups see success across the US

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techcrunch.com - Alice Williams is a freelance writer specializing in business and tech. While tech startups have become synonymous with urban areas that offer improved access to talent, resources and infrastructur...

Publishers dodged a bullet in their war with Facebook

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techcrunch.com - James G. Brooks, Jr. is the founder and chief executive of the social video distribution company, GlassView. Last year at this time, many publishers were wrestling with the question of what to make...

The highs and lows of the Cadillac CT6 Bose Panaray audio system

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techcrunch.com - Panaray. Panaromic and array. Made by Bose, the $3,700 optional Panaray audio system puts 34 tiny speakers around the Cadillac CT6’s cabin with the goal of creating an immersive soundstage. This is...

FCC forces TP-Link to support open source firmware on routers

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arstechnica.com - Networking hardware vendor TP-Link today admitted violating US radio frequency rules by selling routers that could operate at power levels higher than their approved limits. In a settlement with th...

An Easy Outreach Strategy That Generates Predictable Shares and Backlinks

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blog.snappa.io - It’s 1,000+ words, well researched, and full of visuals. But after you hit the publish button, no one is sharing or linking to it! Now, you know that in order to gain traction, you need to promote ...

PB135: How to Grow Your Blog's Traffic and Income by Setting Goals

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problogger.com - Hey there and welcome to Episode 135 of the ProBlogger Podcast. My name is Darren Rowse. Today, I want to talk about setting goals as a way to grow your traffic and income. The idea for today’s pod...

11 Professional Email Templates from ChocoTemplates - only $12! - MightyDeals

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mightydeals.com - 11 Professional Email Templates from ChocoTemplates - only $12! Please select... Email templates only - $12 Email templates + PSD files - $18 Please select... Email templates only - $12 Email templ...

Discover the action around you with the updated Google Maps

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maps.googleblog.com - The real world is changing every second and Google Maps is changing with it. Most often these changes happen behind the scenes in the form of road closures and new businesses. But today we’re makin...

Galaxy Note 7’s S Pen to have Glance, Magnify, and Translate features

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androidcommunity.com - A day before the big reveal, the mobile industry is scrambling to check out all new leaks and rumors available. We've shared with you information about the numerous things we should expect about th...

Google brings comprehensive Rio Olympics guide through search

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androidcommunity.com - By this time, you probably know whether or not you’re going to Rio de Janeiro to cheer on the Olympians from your country in the upcoming 2016 Summer Olympics. But that doesn’t mean you’ll be any l...

Avoid costly traffic tickets with this flexible car mount

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androidcommunity.com - Have to keep your eye on your phone, even while driving? Quit looking down at your lap and put your device in a better viewing position with the Layze Flexible Universal Car Mount, offered to Andro...

Ground Level traffic lights proposed to mitigate pedestrian accidents

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androidcommunity.com - Australian design firm Büro North noticed that with the advent of the cultural phenomenon of Pokémon Go, there has been a notable number of incidents/accidents involving passengers who were too bus...

LG V20 is the first non-Nexus Android Nougat phone

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androidcommunity.com - A lot of other manufacturers are probably envious of LG’s close working relationship with Google, but that doesn’t mean that the Korean manufacturer won’t flaunt this fact from time to time. This i...

Theta+ Video editing app now available for Android devices

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androidcommunity.com - The more 360 degree related apps and accessories that are available in the market, then the more that we will be able to embrace this new form of capturing moments. One of the brands that released ...

Resurgence in Loyalty Marketing Driven By Focus on Customer LTV

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loyalty360.org - Loyalty marketing is experiencing a resurgence, according to Zach Goldstein, founder and CEO of Thanx, a customer loyalty solutions provider. Loyalty360 caught up with Goldstein to learn more about...

How Digital Rewards Can Incentivize Customer Loyalty

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loyalty360.org - John Fauller, EVP, Product and Innovation at Snipp, participated in a compelling and comprehensive interview with Loyalty360 that focused on digital rewards and how they can incentivize customer lo...

Premium Loyalty Programs Gain Steam as Customer Engagement Measure

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loyalty360.org - The thought of a loyalty program, for most customers, conjures up images of a quick, free enrollment process that entitles them to rewards, incentives, and discounts in exchange for their undying s...

Samsung Pay Seeks Greater Customer Engagement

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loyalty360.org - Samsung is taking a different approach toward mobile payments. Samsung Pay, which is a mobile payment service that allows Samsung users to make payments using compatible phones, is different from o...

Online Shopping Tools Can Increase Brand Loyalty Among Auto Consumers

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loyalty360.org - Auto manufacturers can gain a significant advantage in the brand loyalty/customer satisfaction department if they use online shopping tools on their websites, according to the J.D. Power 2016 Manuf...

Unique Customer Experience Keeps Dave & Buster’s Rolling Along

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loyalty360.org - Dave & Buster’s CEO Steve King believes that the company’s successful first-quarter performance can be attributed to a unique customer experience offered at all restaurants. “I think this is due to...

GetQuantify.com: A Real-Time Online Collaboration Application for Small Businesses - Start-Ups.Co

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start-ups.co - Getquantify is real-time online collaboration application for small businesses. Organize your tasks into projects and keep your team up to date. “GetQuantify.com” is a real-time online collaboratio...

Pampered Teacher : Sends Teachers a Subscription Box Filled with Hand-Selects 4-6 Teacher Gifts - Start-Ups.Co

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start-ups.co - We had an interesting chat with Ms. “Cristin Frank”, Owner Of the NY – USA based startup “Pampered Teacher” Below is the interview we conducted with her: 1. What is it exactly that you do and wha...

Stores.Miscake.com: A Web-Based Service for Creating Online Stores - Start-Ups.Co

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start-ups.co - Miscake Stores is a service for creating online stores. It is designed both for small merchants and big resellers. Below is the full interview that we have conducted with Mrs. Richardson regarding...

Boxagon: Social Commerce Platform - Start-Ups.Co

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start-ups.co - Start-Ups.Co really enjoyed interviewing the brilliant entrepreneur; Mr. ‘Juan Diego Farah'; Co-Founder and CEO of the UK-Based Start Up “Boxagon”. Below, is the full interview that we have condu...

Conversion In A Box : Web Based Niche Marketing Tool - Start-Ups.Co

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start-ups.co - Start-Ups.Co really enjoyed interviewing the brilliant entrepreneur; Mr. ‘Mark La Fay'; Founder of the – USA start-up “Conversion In A Box”. Below, is the full interview that we have conducted : 1....