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About 116 articles found for 6 January 2015:

 

Forza Horizon 2 Receives G-Shock Car Pack, Includes 2015 Nissan IDx NISMO

Gamers can also get the 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 for free
by Andrei Dumitrescu, January 6th, 2015
Heroes of Might & Magic III HD Edition Now Up for Pre-Order on Steam

Heroes of Might & Magic III HD Edition Now Up for Pre-Order on Steam

by Cosmin Vasile, January 6th, 2015
It's now available for €14.99 and it will drop on January 29
 

BioniX Wallpaper-Lite Review: Automatically Change Your Wallpaper

Rich-featured program for automatically modifying your wallpaper at a custom time interval and downloading online photos
by Ana Marculescu, January 6th, 2015
 

These Odd-Looking Trees Are Actually Wind Turbines

Greenheads hope that some day in the not too distant future such installations will be up and running across the globe
by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
Bogus Privacy Notice Aimed at Facebook Makes the Rounds on the Social Network

Bogus Privacy Notice Aimed at Facebook Makes the Rounds on the Social Network

by Ionut Ilascu, January 6th, 2015
It is not a scam, just a hoax that pops up from time to time
 

In 2014 Nissan Sold a Record 30,200 LEAFs in the US

The Japanese automobile manufacturer says that, when compared to the year 2013, this represents a 33.6% increase
by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
 

Monument Valley Devs Reveal Incredible Piracy Statistics

Very few players on iOS and Android actually paid for what is considered to be one of the best mobile games of 2014
by Radu Haulica, January 6th, 2015
Hunter Shoots Deer with an Arrow, the Herbivore Puts Him in the Hospital

Hunter Shoots Deer with an Arrow, the Herbivore Puts Him in the Hospital

by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
The 72-year-old had no idea the deer would fight back, was taken by surprise by the animal's thirst for vengeance
 

Bradley Cooper Bares All for Artsy W Spread, Continues Oscar Campaign

Newest spread of W magazine acknowledges most outstanding acting performances of 2014, Cooper’s included
by Elena Gorgan, January 6th, 2015
Incoming 2015 – Saints Row: Gat out of Hell

Incoming 2015 – Saints Row: Gat out of Hell

by Andrei Dobra, January 6th, 2015
The new standalone expansion debuts soon
 

This Woman Has an Actual, Fully Functional Stove Installed in Her Car

The woman makes a living selling antifreeze by the side of the road, says the stove helps her keep warm
by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
Scarlett Johansson Officially Signs On for “Ghost in the Shell”

Scarlett Johansson Officially Signs On for “Ghost in the Shell”

by Elena Gorgan, January 6th, 2015
Project is expected to be sped up now that they have a lead
 

Pod of Killer Whales Off the Coast of Washington, US, Welcomes Its First Newborn in 2 Years

The baby whale, named J-50 by wildlife researchers, was first spotted swimming around with its family on December 30
by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
Xbox One Could Get $349 (€349) Price Cut If PS4 Retakes the Lead – Analyst

Xbox One Could Get $349 (€349) Price Cut If PS4 Retakes the Lead – Analyst

by Andrei Dobra, January 6th, 2015
Microsoft is preparing a permanent price cut
The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask 3D Limited Edition Announced for North America

The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask 3D Limited Edition Announced for North America

by Cosmin Vasile, January 6th, 2015
The bundle comes with a Skull Kid figurine inside
 

It's Official: 2014 Was the World's Hottest Year on Record

The 2014 average temperature exceeded the 20th century average by 1.1 degrees Fahrenheit (0.63 degrees Celsius)
by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
 

Custom Greeting Card Seller Moonpig Fixes Security Blunder 17 Months After Responsible Disclosure

An estimated three million customers ran the risk of having private information in their account stolen
by Ionut Ilascu, January 6th, 2015
CNN Doomsday Video Leaks: Here Is the Song Ted Turner Wanted to Play When the World Ended – Video

CNN Doomsday Video Leaks: Here Is the Song Ted Turner Wanted to Play When the World Ended – Video

by Elena Gorgan, January 6th, 2015
“Hold for release till the end of the world confirmed”
 

Astronomers Release Bird's-Eye View of the Andromeda Galaxy

The image, obtained with the help of NASA's Hubble Space Telescope, comprises over 100 million stars
by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
Desktop Apps in Windows 10 Store? Users Say Yes

Desktop Apps in Windows 10 Store? Users Say Yes

by Bogdan Popa, January 6th, 2015
Some Windows 10 adopters want a new store for the desktop
 

Serving People Imaginary Meals Is a Good Way to Help Them Lose Weight

Even better, these imaginary meals that specialists hope can fight obesity come in the form of a pill
by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
EA Releases First Need for Speed: No Limits Gameplay Teaser

EA Releases First Need for Speed: No Limits Gameplay Teaser

by Cosmin Vasile, January 6th, 2015
The mobile game is expected to be released later this year
Watch: Why Salt Melts Ice, as Explained by Science

Watch: Why Salt Melts Ice, as Explained by Science

by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
New science video explains why salt is used to defrost roads and streets during the harsh winter months
 

Iconic Pillars of Creation Look Spectacular in New Hubble Image

The new Hubble Space Telescope image of the Pillars of Creation is sharper, wider than the previous one
by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
Users Explain How Windows 10 and Windows Phone 10 Should Work Together

Users Explain How Windows 10 and Windows Phone 10 Should Work Together

by Bogdan Popa, January 6th, 2015
“Simply copy Apple's ideas,” some tell Microsoft
 

Alzheimer's, Other Neurodegenerative Disorders Can Turn People into Criminals

Study finds neurodegenerative disorders can lead to criminal behavior by affecting key neural structures in the brain
by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
Buffer Overflow Vulnerability Found in UEFI EDK1

Buffer Overflow Vulnerability Found in UEFI EDK1

by Ionut Ilascu, January 6th, 2015
Firmware development environment at fault
Into the Stars Is an Upcoming Space Survival Game from Ex-DICE Devs – Video

Into the Stars Is an Upcoming Space Survival Game from Ex-DICE Devs – Video

by Radu Haulica, January 6th, 2015
The game is currently undergoing crowdfunding on Kickstarter
 

Science Explains Why It's Easier to Catch a Cold in Winter than in Summer

Researchers find the common cold virus has an easier time infecting people when the temperature inside their nose drops
by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
 

Survarium European Serves Now Up, Open Beta Kicks Off

North American players can join too, but there will be lag
by Cosmin Vasile, January 6th, 2015
Linux Kernel 3.19 RC3 Is Small and Uneventful and Linus Is Happy About That

Linux Kernel 3.19 RC3 Is Small and Uneventful and Linus Is Happy About That

by Silviu Stahie, January 6th, 2015
A new RC has been released in the current kernel cycle
 

Xbox One’s Kinect Will Get Revolutionary New Apps, Microsoft Claims

It's unclear when they will be launched and if games are also included in the new motion tracking push
by Andrei Dumitrescu, January 6th, 2015
 

Nintendo 3DS May Have Been Quietly Discontinued

The 3DS XL and 2DS models are still available for purchase
by Cosmin Vasile, January 6th, 2015
Lenovo Yoga Tablet with Windows Lets You Use a Fork or Scissors as a Pen

Lenovo Yoga Tablet with Windows Lets You Use a Fork or Scissors as a Pen

by Alexandra Arici, January 6th, 2015
Basically, you can turn any metal object into a pen
 

Fracking Caused the 3.0M Earthquake That Struck Ohio's Poland Township in March 2014

That month, hydraulic fracturing activities in this part of the US caused another four recorded earthquakes
by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
Destiny Prepares to Deliver Legendary Token of Gratitude to Players

Destiny Prepares to Deliver Legendary Token of Gratitude to Players

by Andrei Dumitrescu, January 6th, 2015
Its exact nature will be revealed later in the week
 

Mammoth Gas Bubbles Are Rushing Out of the Milky Way at Warp Speed

The gas that comprises these bubbles is moving at 2 million miles per hour (3 million kilometers per hour)
by Laura Sinpetru, January 6th, 2015
Owners of Far Cry 4 Digital Version on Xbox One Can't Play It, Ubisoft Investigates

Owners of Far Cry 4 Digital Version on Xbox One Can't Play It, Ubisoft Investigates

by Andrei Dobra, January 6th, 2015
Users are met with the "Do you own this game or app?" error
PS4 Reaches 18.5 Million Units in Sales, 81.8 Million Games Sold

PS4 Reaches 18.5 Million Units in Sales, 81.8 Million Games Sold

by Andrei Dobra, January 6th, 2015
The new console is a hit all around the world