Download: All new Hangouts v2 extracted and ready for installation

Here it is, folks. Extracted straight from the Nexus 5′s freshly-made-available factory image, the all new Hangouts v2. This is the one Google made a big deal about during their Google+ event, and it's now finally available for download and installation. Download: Hangouts v2

The new Hangouts v2 brings SMS integration, GIFs and more into the already stellar messaging experience.

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Digitizer makes 3D scanning accessible, but not yet practical

Like we said, even before you power up the Digitizer, it already puts a smile on your face. The simple black plastic body definitely isn't going to win any design awards and it doesn't exactly ooze luxury, but it is playfully futuristic, in a way reminiscent of early '90s children's toys. It's angular, understated and utilitarian, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Oddly there is some assembly required: the four rubber feet used to keep it from slipping about a desktop come packaged in a small zip-top bag.




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Motorola updates us on which of their devices will receive Android 4.4 KitKat

Not too many people know, but Motorola awhile back Motorola put together a handy web portal for eager Android users to visit and see which Motorola devices will receive the latest Android updates. Today they've officially updated their listings with the latest Android version — Android 4.4 KitKat. In case you were wondering which devices Motorola currently plans on updating to Android 4.4, it looks like only the Moto X and current line of Droids — Motorola DROID Ultra, Motorola DROID Maxx, and Motorola DROID Mini — will taste KiKat's sweet chocolatey wafers.

Android Phone , Motorola updates us on which of their devices will receive Android 4.4 KitKat, Motorola updates us on which of their devices will receive Android 4.4 KitKat

Battlefield 3 Player Uses Military Terms During Match For A Hilarious Experience

EA Games and DICE released Battlefield 4 this week on current-generation consoles and PC, which we're sure many of you are probably decided to catch up on a bit of news in between matches. If you haven't picked up Battlefield 4 yet, there's still some good times left in Battlefield 3 to experience, especially if you have the “best Battlefield 3 player ever” on your team. In the video embedded above, one player decided to take Battlefield 3 way more serious than most players would.

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Samsung Sells More Phones Than Apple, Nokia, And BlackBerry Combined

It comes as no surprise to Android phones are selling the most, given that Apple is pretty much on their own when it comes to iOS, and that the Windows Phone and BlackBerry platforms aren't exactly selling like hotcakes either. It is also no secret that Samsung is probably the biggest name when it comes to Android devices, what with them selling 5 million Galaxy Note 3 handsets to date, with their overall sales reported to be around 1 million devices a day.

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2014 Nissan Versa Note

The original Austin Mini was not designed as a fun-to-drive, sporty small car. Its go-kart-like handling and general chuckability were an unintended byproduct of essential aspects of its design. Its four wheels were pushed to the absolute corners of the car to maximize interior space, and its front-wheel-drive layout and transversely mounted engine were in contrast to the rear-wheel-drive, longitudinal layouts of the day. The result was a highly economical car with space for four and some luggage that just happened to be an absolute hoot to drive.










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UK Backup Limited Announces the availability of its services on G-Cloud 4

29th October 2013 - Hampshire (UK) – UK Backup Limited is pleased to announce its services are now available through the G-Cloud 4 framework. Being on G-Cloud enables UK Backup to offer its fully managed online backup service to a range of government organisations.

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Moto X gets treated to an off-contract price cut

After having its on-contract price slashed last week, the Moto X got treated to another discount, this time attractive for those who donÂ't like carrier commitments. The colorful smartphone is now available for $479.99 for the 16GB version, and $529.99 for a 32GB device. The new pricing of the US-made Android smartphone is available for the AT&T version through Moto Maker.

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First Nexus 5 camera samples spotted on Google+

We know the Nexus 5 is coming. There have been so many leaks, it's become more like a steady flow of information out of Google and her employees. Take these camera samples posted over the weekend from Googlers on G+. At first glance, they appear to be nothing more than average everyday pictures of vegetables and family. However, diving into the EXIF data we find the device used to take the picture is listed as the Nexus 5. A few more images was discovered showing a strapping young Googler during what appears to be a family Halloween event at the Googleplex. How fun.

Yes, folks. These are our first camera samples of the Nexus 5.


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Nexus 5 goes on sale prematurely in the Netherlands

Silly Nexus 5, you're not supposed to be out yet. Yet it is – Dutch online retailer Belsimpel has put up the yet-unannounced Google phone on sale already. The SIM-free is a hefty €460 but then Nexus devices are usually quite expensive when you don't get them from the Play Store. The phone is also available on contract with Tele2 for €36 a month, Hi HS Student Medium for €35 a month and T-Mobile for €47 a month. That's for a 2-year contract with a free device with 16GB storage.

Both Black and White versions are available and the site promises to deliver the phone in 2-4 days.

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Enterprise.com is top for car rental searches on Google US says new research

Searchmetrics releases study of car rental providers in organic and paid Google searchesNew York - October 28, 2013 - Enterprise.com is the most visible web site in Google US organic search results for searches related to car rentals, while travel portal, kayak.com, is most visible in Google’s paid search results according to a new study.

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2014 Jeep Cherokee marketing launches with 'Built Free' commercial

Now that the 2014 Cherokee is finally on its way to dealerships, Jeep is starting its marketing blitz for its new crossover, beginning with this 60-second TV spot, called Built Free, that premieres today. Set to a Bob Dylan recording - "Motherless Children," 1962 - the ad spot discusses something we can all relate to – the feeling of being too busy and too cooped up with everyday tasks to really get out there and explore the world. But as Jeep says in the commercial, "You're still here. And you're still you.

Autoblog , 2014 Jeep Cherokee marketing launches with 'Built Free' commercial, 2014 Jeep Cherokee marketing launches with 'Built Free' commercial

Sony SmartWatch 2 review: a fair effort that still hasn't cracked it

Hardware. Watches have a tough job from the outset. Not only must they fulfill their functional purpose, but they also have an intrinsic link to style, image and fashion. A good watch must stand up to both tasks, ahem, at hand (sorry). What looks good to you, however, will largely be a matter of taste, and there are plenty of pictures here and above to let you decide if it's to your liking. What we will say, however, is that it might not fit all occasions (it's definitely not a dress watch for example), but it won't look too out of place with most smart-casual outfits.









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Refreshed 2014 Honda Civic Coupe to bow at SEMA

Honda has announced plans to bring a refreshed, 2014 Honda Civic Coupe to the 2013 SEMA Show, set to kick off on November 5. Honda's struggles with the ninth-generation Civic have been widely publicized, and while the 2013 model year sedan has seen a significant overhaul, the two-door is now getting some additional enhancements for 2014. Honda has released one teaser image of the Civic Si Coupe to go along with the announcement, but we can discern a few things. The Si Coupe now features a larger rear spoiler, along with a restyled, more aggressive rear bumper, complete with a diffuser.

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130 Snapdragon-powered HTC Ones Recreate Matrix-style Bullet Time

Calling it the “Ultimate Smartphone Photobooth,” Qualcomm used 130 Snapdragon-powered HTC One smartphones in one spiral housing to show off the power of the Qualcomm Snapdragon processors.  The Snapdragon Photobooth setup equals to 540 degrees of movement.  The result of this is that people can enter the booth and recreate Matrix-style bullet time.  You can see this in action by watching the video below.
Although it looks awesome, this is not an original concept.  There are already several videos on YouTube with users using GoPros to create this effect.

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Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalled over clutch woes

Mitsubishi will be recalling over 10,000 Lancer Evolutions built between December 12, 2007 and March 5, 2013, covering model years 2008 to 2013. The recall only affects cars with manual transmissions, though, so if you opted for a Lancer Evo with a quick-shifting SST, this recall doesn't apply to you. If you're one of the 10,474 people that has a Lancer Evo X GSR, which is the only way into a manual-trans Evo X, you need to plan a trip to your local dealer. The recall relates to a failure in the clutch master cylinder, making shifting in and out of gear difficult.

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Diablo 3: Reaper Of Souls Mystic Artisan Detailed

We're sure many Diablo 3 gamers are looking forward to the game's expansion, Reaper of Souls, which some believe will most likely see a 2014 release. The expansion will introduce new acts, additional levels, new monsters, items, and of course a new artisan in the form of the Mystic. While the Mystic was revealed during the expansion's announcement, it was only until recently that Blizzard revealed more about the upcoming artisan in a rather lengthy blog post.

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Collaboration process critical for next generation of automotive Gearbox design

Romax Technology releases integrated suite to deliver faster time to marketReducing the timeframe for design and manufacturing is giving automotive manufacturers a significant advantage over competitors when it comes to getting their vehicles to market, and within this process gearbox design and testing is playing a significant role says, Mark Cappell, CEO for Simulation Technology at Romax. Recent research from the Association of European Carmakers highlighted that European car sales fell by five per cent for the month of August, emphasising the struggles still experienced within the automotive industry.

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2014 BMW 2 Series is a 1 and then some

Pricing for the new coupe starts at $32,100 for the 228i and $43,100 for the M235i. We've told you all about the performance of the M235i, but we'll do a quick refresher before moving on to the new 228i. Power sits at 322 ponies and 332 pound-feet of torque, the latter of which is available at an ultra-accessible 1,300 to 4,500 rpm. It'll scamper to 60 in just 4.8 seconds when fitted with the eight-speed automatic, top out at 155 mph, and return 22 miles per gallon in the city and 32 mpg on the highway.


Autoblog , 2014 BMW 2 Series is a 1 and then some, 2014 BMW 2 Series is a 1 and then some

Ferrari celebrates at Hong Kong's Asia World Expo

More than 600 Ferrari models, representing every era of the famed automaker's production, celebrated 30 years of presence in Hong Kong with a gathering at the Asia World Expo this past weekend. The event marked the largest single gathering of Maranello's sports cars ever organized in China. The weekend culminated with Marc Gene, Scuderia Ferrari's test driver, unveiling the new 458 Speciale. There are only about 1,700 Ferrari owners in China, and they boast an average age of just 35 years. The young clientele in the Asian market often take advantage of Ferrari's 'Tailor Made' bespoke program and they have a growing interest in racing.


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Vine App Update Brings 'Sessions' And 'Time Travel'

Vine may have noticed a slump in its user base when after Video on Instagram came out, but its obviously not going to stop competing any time soon. The team continues to improve Vine by adding new features and making a number of improvements. Today Vine app for both Android and iOS has been updated with a couple of new features which make it much more easier for Vine users to create that perfect six second clip. The two new features are called Sessions and Time Travel. The Vine app has never required users to finish their six second clip all at once, users have had the ability to record or pause in between as many times as they like.

Ubergizmo , Vine App Update Brings 'Sessions' And 'Time Travel', Vine App Update Brings 'Sessions' And 'Time Travel'

Ferrari patent suggests one-off SP FFX

You remember that batch of patent drawings we brought you a couple of weeks ago showing an unspecified Ferrari coupe. The interwebs were ablaze in speculation over what the car depicted could be, and we've been watching them all until we landed on the one that seems to make the most sense. While some speculated that this could be a new California, updated to look more like the F12 and FF, our friends over at Jalopnik suggest, with sound reason, that what we're actually looking at is what we figured in the first place: that this is a one-off FF-based coupe being built for a private customer.

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Nikon Releases Teaser Video For Upcoming Camera Announcement

We have been hearing the rumours that Nikon is looking to launch a hybrid mirrorless camera system that will feature a full-frame sensor, something along the lines of Sony's recently announced A7 and A7R. The rumours are claiming that the announcement of the alleged device is coming soon, and that it is possible that it will take place in November, so we guess it does not come as a complete surprise that Nikon has since released a short teaser video titled, "Pure Photography #1", indicating that we might be able to expect more teasers in the future.

Ubergizmo , Nikon Releases Teaser Video For Upcoming Camera Announcement, Nikon Releases Teaser Video For Upcoming Camera Announcement

BlackBerry OS 10.2 Firmware Update Schedule Announced

Assuming you are still using a BlackBerry device which runs on the latest BlackBerry OS 10 version, here is some news for you which might just perk up your Wednesday evening. BlackBerry has recently announced the rollout schedule of its upcoming OS 10.2 firmware update, where both the BlackBerry Z10 as well as BlackBerry Q10 and Q5 will be devices that are eligible for the upgrade, although one must take note that the BlackBerry Z30 will be ready to run on BlackBerry OS 10.2 right out of the box. Just what kind of changes will the BlackBerry 10.2 update bring to the table.

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From the G1 to the DROID MAXX - here's my Android history (and we want to hear yours!)

I must admit that I wasn't on the Android train in the very early beginnings. Whereas our founder and editor in chief Rob Jackson was on the scene from day one, it wasn't until around September 2008 that I began to hear the rumblings about the ever-dreamy “Google Phone.”. At this point, Apple's new kid on the block — the iPhone, of course — was kicking butt and taking names, and Blackberry was still a pretty significant force.








Android Phone , From the G1 to the DROID MAXX - here's my Android history (and we want to hear yours!), From the G1 to the DROID MAXX - here's my Android history (and we want to hear yours!)