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May 2015

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About 33 articles found for 9 May 2015:

Columns

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A Gamer’s Week: May 10

Delivering news, reviews, columns and Gamer Diaries

by Andrei Dumitrescu, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicHalo: Master Chief Collection Content Update Launched to Address Party Joining Bug Battlefield Hardline Criminal Activity DLC Brings Four Maps, Two Night Ones, More

Linux Distributions

Introducing the First Android-x86 4.4.4 KitKat OS with Linux Kernel 4.0 and GAPPS

Running Android on your PC has never been easier

by Marius Nestor, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicLinux Kernel 3.14.41 LTS Brings In ARM, PowerPC, Xtensa, x86, and Btrfs Fixes Ubuntu 15.10 (Wily Werewolf) Daily Builds Available for Download

Open Source Software

Linux Kernel 3.14.41 LTS Brings In ARM, PowerPC, Xtensa, x86, and Btrfs Fixes

Users must update their kernels as soon as possible

by Marius Nestor, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicUbuntu 15.10 (Wily Werewolf) Daily Builds Available for Download Canonical Apologises for Linux Kernel Regression in Ubuntu 14.10 and 14.04 LTS

Android M Is Coming, Here Are Some Features We Want to See

Editorials

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Android M Is Coming, Here Are Some Features We Want to See

Google has spilled the beans about Android M's arrival

by Alexandra Arici, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicWhatsApp Voice Calling Paves the Way for Facebook Phone, Free Wi-Fi Everywhere Five Reasons Why the LG G4 Is Cooler than the Samsung Galaxy S6

Science Blog

Neighboring Galaxy Andromeda Is Surrounded by a Huge Halo

The halo, which scientists say is basically the galaxy's atmosphere, extends halfway to our Milky Way

by Laura Sinpetru, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicWatch: NASA Video Explains Dwarf Planets Star Wars Fans Fly Miniature X-Wing Fighter Plane into Space, Sort Of

Watch: Dry Ice Bombs Exploding Underwater

by Laura Sinpetru, May 9th, 2015

It's the weekend, here's a super cool and totally scientific video to put you in a good mood and pump you up

Science Blog

Dark Chocolate Is Kind of like Coffee, Can Keep You Alert

Researchers say dark chocolate acts as a stimulant, activates the brain and can help people stay focused

by Laura Sinpetru, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicYour Own Brain Is Sabotaging Your Attempts to Lose Weight The Science Behind the Diet Pills That Killed 21-Year-Old Ella Parry

Internet Life

Domestic Violence Campaign Launched on Tinder

Women were made aware of the dangers of online dating

by Andreea Murgu, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicFacebook Uses Instagram to Make You Befriend More People The League Is the Dating App for the Select Few

Ubuntu 15.10 (Wily Werewolf) Daily Builds Available for Download

Linux Distributions

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Ubuntu 15.10 (Wily Werewolf) Daily Builds Available for Download

Now you can install the Ubuntu 15.10 operating system

by Marius Nestor, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicCanonical Apologises for Linux Kernel Regression in Ubuntu 14.10 and 14.04 LTS KDE Frameworks 5.10.0 Officially Released, Now Works Better with Ubuntu's NotifyOSD

Science Blog

Watch: NASA Video Explains Dwarf Planets

In case you were wondering why astronomers call Pluto not a proper planet but a dwarf one, here's your answer

by Laura Sinpetru, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicAstronomers See Cosmic “Dinosaur Egg” Getting Ready to Hatch Out-of-Control Russian Spaceship Turned Fireball Crashes Back to Earth

Mobile World

OnePlus and Synaptics Working on New Firmware to Fix Pesky Touchscreen Issues

Some OnePlus One were having troubles with their displays

by Alexandra Arici, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicOnePlus One Can Now Take 50MP Pictures, No Root Required Snapdragon 810 vs. Exynos 7420 in Benchmarks: Qualcomm’s Chip Wins (Overall)

Novel Implant Delivers Pain-Fighting Drugs Directly to the Problem Area

by Laura Sinpetru, May 9th, 2015

The implant, so far only tested on lab rats, is designed to treat pain resulting from damage to nerves in the body

Health

Laptops & Tablets

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 Tablet Beautiful Concept Is Inspired by the Galaxy S6 Edge

Samsung will be launching the new slate soon enough

by Alexandra Arici, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicSamsung Galaxy Note 8.4 (2015) Could Be Headed for CES 2015 Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet Specs Leak: 10.1-Inch QHD Screen, Snapdragon 810 SoC

History

40,000-Year-Old Bracelet Reflects Sunlight, Turns Green Near Flames

The ancient bracelet is made of a mineral called chlorite, was recovered from a cave in Siberia's Altai region

by Laura Sinpetru, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicOne-of-a-Kind Bronze Mask of the God Pan Unearthed in Israel Argh, Argh: 17th-Century Pirate Treasure Discovered in Madagascar

Security

US Secret Service Alerts InterContinental Hotel Group of Data Breach

Workstation was infected through a malicious email

by Ionut Ilascu, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicSkyNet Is Real, Operated by the NSA for Phone Metadata Analysis Dozens of Major Adult Websites Affected by Malvertising Campaign

Social Networking Related

Facebook Uses Instagram to Make You Befriend More People

Facebook turns to its daughter company for help

by Andreea Murgu, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicThe League Is the Dating App for the Select Few Photographer Apologizes for "Ugliest Bride" Facebook Post

Sci Pry

Star Wars Fans Fly Miniature X-Wing Fighter Plane into Space, Sort Of

Though made of nothing but good old plastic, the plane soared to an altitude of 120,000 feet (about 36,000 meters)

by Laura Sinpetru, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicEbola Survives for Weeks Inside Man's Eye, Turns It from Blue to Green This Mother Spider Lets Her Babies Feast on Her Liquefied Guts

Taylor Swift Teases “Bad Blood” Video with Gorgeous, “Sin City”-Inspired Posters - Photos

by Elena Gorgan, May 9th, 2015

Video will premiere at the 2015 Billboard Music Awards

Music, Film & TV Blog

Halo: The Master Chief Collection Complexity Led to Issues, Halo 5 Is Simpler, Dev Says

Xbox

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Halo: The Master Chief Collection Complexity Led to Issues, Halo 5 Is Simpler, Dev Says

343 Industries is quite confident in its upcoming game

by Andrei Dobra, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicHalo: Master Chief Collection Content Update Launched to Address Party Joining Bug Halo 5: Guardians Hunt the Signal ARG Is Live, Offers Details on Game Story

Movies

George Clooney Gushes About Wife Amal to Promote “Tomorrowland” - Video

Smart, fashionable and cool, she is the complete package

by Elena Gorgan, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicWikiLeaks’ Sony Emails Uncover Dirt on Bradley Cooper, David O. Russell, Angelina Jolie, One Direction Disney’s “Tomorrowland” Gets First Trailer: The Future Is Running Out - Video

Security

SkyNet Is Real, Operated by the NSA for Phone Metadata Analysis

NSA experiment tracks over 55 million phones

by Ionut Ilascu, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicDozens of Major Adult Websites Affected by Malvertising Campaign Ad Network MadAdsMedia Server Compromised, Redirects to Nuclear Exploit Kit

Games

Current Dragon Age: Inquisition Weekend Event Focuses on Killing Dragonlings

Take out the tiny dragons in the Dragonslayer DLC

by Andrei Dobra, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicDragon Age: Inquisition Video Shows How Zither the Virtuoso Came to Life BioWare Reveals Dragon Age Stories to Promote World of Thedas Second Volume

Nature

16-Foot (4.8-Meter) Great White Spotted Off the Cost of New Jersey, US

This massive great white shark is quite a celebrity online, has an army of fans on Twitter and Facebook

by Laura Sinpetru, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicPocket Shark Is Only 5.5 Inches (14 Centimeters) Long, Oddly Cute Seals Sometimes Attack and Kill Sharks, Even Feed on Them

Snooki Is a Completely Different Woman Now, Can’t Even Do Vodka Shots Anymore - Video

by Elena Gorgan, May 9th, 2015

Former hellraiser and mother of 2 promotes new book

Celebrity News

Games

Destiny Prison of Elders Mode in House of Wolves Gets More Gameplay Details

Mechanics, rewards, and challenges get detailed

by Andrei Dobra, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicDestiny House of Wolves Video Shows Expansion Highlights Destiny Reveals Update Schedule for House of Wolves Launch

Entire “Captain America: Civil War” Script Leaks Online

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Entire “Captain America: Civil War” Script Leaks Online

The first installment in Phase 3 will be out in May 2016

by Elena Gorgan, May 9th, 2015

more on this topic“Avengers: Age of Ultron” Easter Eggs and References - Video Joss Whedon Discusses Quicksilver’s Future with Marvel’s “Avengers”

Security

Dozens of Major Adult Websites Affected by Malvertising Campaign

Exploit targets Flash versions earlier than 17.0.0.134

by Ionut Ilascu, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicAd Network MadAdsMedia Server Compromised, Redirects to Nuclear Exploit Kit WordPress Websites Targeted by Credential Leak Campaign

Movies

Angelina Jolie’s “By the Sea” with Brad Pitt Comes Out in November, Just in Time for Awards Season

Universal releases new photo, intriguing details

by Elena Gorgan, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicFirst Look at Quentin Tarantino’s “The Hateful Eight” - Photo Natalie Portman Has No Idea Where Her Oscar Is Because She Doesn’t Worship False Gods

PC Games

Next Heroes of the Storm Update Brings Changes to Healing Ward, Diablo, ETC, Lost Vikings

Lots of actual modifications get detailed by Blizzard

by Andrei Dobra, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicHeroes of the Storm Trailer Shows Kael'thas Sunstrider Battling Arthas Kael'Thas Confirmed to Appear Next in Heroes of the Storm, Might Launch on May 19

KDE Frameworks 5.10.0 Officially Released, Now Works Better with Ubuntu's NotifyOSD

by Marius Nestor, May 9th, 2015

More Plasma and KIO improvements were implemented

Open Source Software

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Mobile OS

Windows Phone Market Share in the US Is Still Terrible

It dropped to only 3.3% since December 2014

by Cosmin Vasile, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicMicrosoft Launches Hoop by Coloud Headphones for Lumia Smartphones Microsoft to Add Iris Scanner and Dock to Lumia 940 - Report

Mobile OS

Windows 10 Mobile Concept Demos Split-Screen Support, Widgets, More - Video

A glimpse at what others image Microsoft's mobile OS

by Cosmin Vasile, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicMicrosoft to Add Iris Scanner and Dock to Lumia 940 - Report Windows 10 for Phones Adds LED Notifications, More Features in Next Build - Screenshots

Canceled Nokia Lumia 2020 Shows Up in Pictures

Laptops & Tablets

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Canceled Nokia Lumia 2020 Shows Up in Pictures

The tablet was powered by Windows RT 8.1

by Cosmin Vasile, May 9th, 2015

more on this topicNokia’s Secret Tablet Built Back in 2001 Is Revealed Nokia Android Tablets Coming in 2016 – Rumor