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October 21, 2015

Ride-hailing app Uber raises $1.2 billion despite image troubles, now valued at $40 billion

Despite recent bad publicity over privacy violations and other problems, the ride-hailing app Uber has raised $1.2 billion in its latest round of funding from venture capitalists, valuing the company at $40 billion.

October 21, 2015

Did patent tease Google Glass 2 design?

A patent filed by Google could have given us our first look at the design for Google Glass 2. The picture shows a more compact, stylish version of the original smart eyewear. The post Is this Google Glass 2? appeared first on Digital Trends.

October 21, 2015

iPhone 6S may sport two lenses and shoot like a DSLR

Apple may have just launched the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, but news of the iPhone 6S is already on its way. Here is all the key information, including specs, price, and release date. The post iPhone 6S may sport two lenses and shoot like a DSLR appeared first on Digital Trends.

October 21, 2015

Awesome tech you can’t buy yet

Check out our roundup of the coolest crowdfunding projects and product announcements that hit the Web this week. You can't buy this stuff yet, but it sure is fun to gawk! 

October 21, 2015

Spotify says it needs 40 million paid users, but is this possible?

Spotify CEO Daniel Ek projects royalty payouts to increase by 400 percent when the streaming service reaches 40 million paid subscribers. The post Spotify says it needs 40 million paid users, but is this possible? appeared first on Digital Trends.

October 21, 2015

Hacked webcams: Is your home next?

Do you ever get the feeling you are being watched? If you've got a webcam, you might be right. I've been looking at live private camera feeds of cribs, bedrooms, backyards, waiting rooms, and offices, thanks to a website demonstrating how easy it is to hack into webcams.

October 21, 2015

Best Buy Black Friday madness begins with a $900 4K UHD Samsung TV

Best Buy kicks off the season of shopping madness with a price-busting $900 Samsung 55-inch 4K UHD TV, as well as an incredible deal on a 50-inch Panasonic HD TV for only $200. We'll analyze what these new price points mean, and where you can find more deals. 

October 21, 2015

Half a billion people now use the Facebook Messenger app

Facebook Messenger has been mired in controversy since the social networking giant cut messaging from its main app, pushing users to download its standalone offering. Despite the fuss, the user base has more than doubled since April and now stands at 500m. The post Half a billion people now use the Facebook Messenger app appeared first on Digital Trends.

October 21, 2015

‘WireLurker’ malware targeting iPhones and iPads marks ‘new era’ in iOS attacks

Silicon Valley security researchers say they've discovered new malware attacking iPhones and iPads via Apple computers. Though currently confined to China, one researcher said it "heralds a new era in malware attacking Apple's desktop and mobile platform." 

October 21, 2015

Smart glasses doomed to stay a niche product, while smart wristwear takes off

Research shows smart glasses aren't about to catch on, and will remain a niche product until at least 2018, and even then will be overshadowed by smart wristwear such as watches and fitness bands.