Data-mined photos document 100 years of (forced) smiling
Here’s an odd fact: Turn-of-the-century photographers used to tell subjects to say “prunes” rather than “cheese,” so that they would smile less. By studying nearly 38,000 high-school yearbook photos taken since 1905, UC Berkeley researchers have shown just how much smiling, fashion and hairstyles have changed over the years. The goal was not just to track trends, but figure out how to apply modern data-mining techniques and machine learning to a much older medium: photographs. Their research could advance deep-learning algorithms for dating historical photos and help historians study how social norms change over time.
Via: Technology Review
Source: Arxiv.org
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes could be the Star Wars mobile game you’ve been looking for
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As if the hype for the new Star Wars movie, The Force Awakens, couldn’t get any more unbearable, EA has just released yet another Star Wars themed game, Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes. We first saw the game teased in August and the game is pretty much exactly what we expected based on that trailer from a few months ago. Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes takes the form of a RPG as you try to assemble your favourite roster of Star Wars characters and level them up and defeat increasingly challenging enemies.
You’ll be able to build your roster of heroes from 60 possible characters in the game – though this being EA, it would appear not all heroes will be available to you out of the box. In fact, EA is offering one free character to anyone who plays Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes today – if that’s supposed to be an incentive, I can’t want to see the in-app purchases. Cynism aside, Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes actually looks like it could be a pretty fun game to get into if you have the time to invest into it (money optional we hope). Regardless, the game is free-to-play so even if the Force isn’t with this game, at least it will help tide us over till the movie’s release.
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Source: Android Police
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Google Store deals: Nexus 9 $200 off, 2 Chromecasts for $50, Huawei Watch $80
Suffering from Black Friday fever? Deals addiction got you down? Well, Google has the fix, and its now dispensing treatment from its online store. Pain-easing discounts are now available on Google’s smartphone, tablets, Chromecast and other accessories.
Here’s what deals you can get from the Google Store right now:
- The Nexus 5X is available for $80 off. As covered in this post, the same deal can be had from Amazon, as well as B&H Photo, which offers an additional bonus in the form of $25 gift card.
- Get two Chromecasts (or one Chromecast and one Chromecast Audio) for $50. That’s a $20 discount.
- Nexus 9 for $200 off! Get an HTC-made Nexus 9 16GB for just $199.
- 50% on all cases!
- Huawei Watch $80 to $100 off, depending on the color.
- LG G Watch Urbane $70 off
- $50 off for select Chromebook models
- And, expanded return period for all purchases made through December 25. You can return these purchases through January 22.
The Nexus 9 deal in particular is pretty sweet if you ask us. For more deals on tablets, smartphones and a lot more, visit our big Black Friday roundup!
These deals are valid this weekend and on Cyber Monday. Stocks may be limited though. Happy shopping!
Amazon deals: Nexus 6 for just $200, Galaxy S6 just $400!
Here we go, folks. Black Friday is finally here, and if you had the patience to stay up late, Amazon is rewarding you with some sweet deals on smartphones and more.
See also: Black Friday 2015 – best deals
The hottest deal of the day that just went live on Amazon is for the Google Nexus 6. Last year’s Nexus smartphone is still a great option for anyone looking to stay up to date with the Android ecosystem. Featuring an expansive Quad HD AMOLED screen, a powerful processor, and premium build quality, the Nexus 6 is a great device, especially now that you can get it for a fraction of the price of its successor, the Nexus 6P.
Amazon is discounting all versions of the Nexus 6 by a healthy margin. Here’s the breakdown:
- Motorola Nexus 6, 32GB, Midnight Blue (U.S. Warranty) for $199.99 (down from $350)
- Motorola Nexus 6, 32GB, Cloud White (U.S. Warranty) for $199.99 (down from $350)
- Motorola Nexus 6, 64GB, Midnight Blue (U.S. Warranty) for $259.99 (down from $400)
- Motorola Nexus 6, 64GB, Cloud White (U.S. Warranty) for $259.99 (down from $400)
Update: The Nexus 5X is also discounted by $80 on Amazon today.
If you’re looking for something smaller, or perhaps just flashier, Amazon also has the excellent Samsung Galaxy S6 (32GB) down to just $400. This is the US version of Samsung’s flagship, normally selling for $599 on Amazon, so you’re looking at a 33% discount. Not bad at all, for a device that delivers a beautiful display, the best processor of 2015 and a fantastic camera into a sleek design.
- Samsung Galaxy S6 Factory Unlocked 32GB Smartphone (U.S. Version) for $399 (down from $600)
These are both “deals of the day,” but with so many people out prowling for a bargain, there’s no telling for how long stocks will last. Better hurry.
In other deals, Amazon is also discounting the well reviewed UE BOOM Wireless Bluetooth Speaker in all colors down to $99.99. This 360 degree wireless speaker has a great 4.6 stars score across thousands of reviews. It features a solid build and water and stain resistance, and drops a rich bass and a high volume.
- UE BOOM Wireless Bluetooth Speaker for $99.99 (down from $199)
Looking for a good Bluetooth keyboard for your smartphone or tablet? Amazon has the Blue Logitech Bluetooth Multi-Device Keyboard K480 down to $24.99, half its list price, and better than any deal before. 4.3 stars across 570 reviews. Check it out!
- Logitech Bluetooth Multi-Device Keyboard K480 for $24.99 (down from $49)
Need a little more brain power? Acer’s got your back, with its C720 11.6-inch Chromebook going for just $229.99. You get an Intel i3 processor, 4GB of RAM, 32GB of SSD storage space, and Intel HD Graphics 4400, with a battery life of 8.5 hours. That may not sound like much, but Google’s Chrome OS runs smoothly on this hardware, making it perfect as a second laptop.
- Acer C720-3404 11.6-Inch Chromebook (Intel Core i3, 4 GB) Granite Gray for $229 (down from $379)
Happy shopping!
Nexus 5X is $80 off across Play Store, Amazon, and B&H Photo
Got your sights on a brand new Nexus 5X? Now may be the best time to get, as the LG-made device has just been discounted by a cool $80 across several retailers.
The Nexus 5X is also discounted in the Google Store:
And at B&H Photo, where you also get a $25 gift card with the purchase!
The Nexus 5X may not be the best bang for your buck smartphone of all time, but it is definitely a fantastic device with a lot to offer. If you are someone who has been waiting 2 long years to upgrade from the Nexus 5, the much-improved camera and the latest iteration of Android make the Nexus 5X completely worth the upgrade. Check out our full review of the Nexus 5X here.
See also: Black Friday 2015 – best deals
Happy shopping!
Incredible last minute Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. Nexus 6 just $199.99
I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday and enjoyed a feast. I also hope you had a safe holiday.
Now for a few more deals we have for you as more and more deals keep rolling in. Check out the latest Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals below.
Motorola Nexus 6 Unlocked Cellphone, 32GB, Midnight Blue – LINK ($199.99)
Nexus 6 64GB – LINK
Deal is good for Black Friday only.
- More space to explore – A bigger phone with more everything
- Brilliant 6″ screen and dual front-facing stereo speakers make content shine
- Go longer and charge less with 3220 mash battery and turbo charging
- Get the most out of Android 5.0 Lollipop (compatible with Android Marshmallow 6.0
HTC Google Nexus 9 Android 6.0 – LINK (starting at $239.40)
Black Friday deal only.
Designed for work and play, the Nexus 9 features a just-right 8.9” screen with front-facing speakers for rich music and audio. 64-bit processor drives productivity and play to new levels, with intuitive voice commands and automatic Android updates that keep you on the cutting edge. Total device integration makes it mobile and access to over a million apps makes it amazing. Meet Nexus 9: For movers and makers.
Sennheiser HD 598 Special Edition Over-Ear Headphones ($94.99) – LINK
Deal is good for Black Friday only.
- Premium, audiophile-grade over-ear, open back headphones
- Padded leatherette headband and luxurious velour covered ear pads perfect for long listening sessions
- Compatible with virtually every audio device including phones, tablets, computers and stereo components
- Two cable options (3 meters and 1.2 meters) included along with 3.5mm adapter plu
LG Google Nexus 5X 16GB Smartphone ($299.00) – LINK
Deal is good for through Nov. 30.
Nest Learning Thermostat, 3rd Generation and $50 Amazon.com Gift Card – LINK
- $50 Amazon.com Gift Card included in the bundle
- Auto-Schedule. No more programming. With auto-schedule, Nest learns from you and programs itself
- Auto-Away. Don’t heat or cool an empty home. Auto-away adjusts the temperature after you leave
- Remote control. With the Nest app, you can change the temperature, check energy history and get an alert if your home is too hot or cold
Fire, 7″ Display, Wi-Fi, 8 GB – LINK ($34.99)
- Beautiful 7″ IPS display (171 ppi / 1024 x 600) and fast 1.3 GHz quad-core processor. Rear and front-facing cameras.
- All-new Amazon Underground, a one-of-a-kind app store experience where over $10,000 in apps, games and even in-app items are actually free – including extra lives, unlocked levels, unlimited add-on packs and more
- Enjoy more than 38 million movies, TV shows, songs, books, apps and games
- 8 GB of internal storage. Free unlimited cloud storage for all Amazon content and photos taken with Fire devices. Add a microSD card for up to 128 GB of additional storage.
- Updated user interface – Fire OS 5 designed for quick access to your apps and content plus personalized recommendations that make it easy to discover new favorites
- Up to 7 hours of reading, surfing the web, watching videos, and listening to music
Three months of Spotify Premium music streaming service for 99 cents – LINK
Now through Jan. 2 2015. New customers only.
1byone Amplified Indoor HDTV Antenna – LINK
Promo price: $19.99 (Savings of $30)
Start Date: 11/29/2015 9:00 AM – End Date: 12/05/2015 9:00 AM
1byone Belt-Drive 3 Speed Stereo Portable Turntable with Built in Speakers – LINK
Apply coupon code VMYCB8F3 at checkout for a savings of $10.
Start Date: 11/26/2015 00:01 AM – End Date: 12/02/2015 23:59 PM
1byone OUS00-0562 Amplified HDTV Antenna 50 Miles Range – LINK
Enter coupon code JPKVJ85T at checkout for a $10 savings.
Start Date: 11/26/2015 8:00am – End Date: 12/3/2015 11:59pm
Vantrue R1 Pro Dash Cam – LINK
Save $26 with coupon code VANTRUE1. From Black Friday through Cyber Monday.
- Built with Ambarella A7L50 + OV4689 Lens solution. 2K (2560*1080@30fps / 2304*1296P@30fps) Super HD recording with HDR greatly enhancing the image quality, clearly shows license plates and street signs when playback. 170-Deg. viewing angle presents a wide field of view. Noise reduction microphone and speaker built in, allows a clear review of the sound.
- Auto recording after powered provides a convenient use; seamless loop recording plus the G-sensor detecting any impact and auto locking the important video segments, you will never miss an important moment.
- 2.7″ TFT LCD display supports video and image playback, and offers an easy setup convenience. Support a timeout function that turns the display off after the recording begins so you won’t be disturbed by another glowing rectangle on your windshield.
Solove Titan 20000mAh Ultra Slim Power Bank – Save $15 in all colors
Deal good from Black Friday through Cyber Monday. Full review here.
Gray and Silver – LINK – Apply discount code SOLVEBLC at checkout.
Green and Gold – LINK – Apply discount code SOLVETHX at checkout.
HAVIT Bluetooth 4.1 Portable Wireless Sports Bluetooth Headset – LINK
10% off code androidg from now until 12/30/2015
Deal applies to 7.1 surround sound headset as well – LINK
Vantrue PowerUp C1 Quick Charge 2.0 18W USB Car Charger – LINK
$5.99 (save $4) + Free shipping – Code: VANTRUE3
Deal is good from Black Friday through Cyber Monday.
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DJI’s MG-1 drone is water-resistant, dustproof.. and made for farming
DJI’s newest drone isn’t its sexiest: it’s a specialized, toughened agricultural drone. Yep, hard to get excited about unless you’re a farmer perhaps, but the Agras MG-1 is dust-proof, water resistant and constructed from anti-corrosive materials. Smart decisions for an agriculture drone, but also ones we wouldn’t mind some extra peace of mind in the consumer drones we pilot in the suburbs and cities. (Rain is a real danger, okay?) The MG-1 can even be rinsed clean after a day on ranch. When it comes to crop-spraying, the drone can carry over 10kgs of product — and DJI pegs it at over 40 times more efficient than manual spraying — although it uses a watering can to illustrate the comparison…
Source: DJI
This crowdfunded router updates its own security
It’s really, really, really hard to make a router sound exciting, but the folks behind the Turris Omnia are betting the device’s focus on keeping your sensitive data secure might grab you. The manufacturer’s IndieGogo campaign still has 45 days to go, but it’s already proved incredibly popular: over a thousand backers have pledged some $274,598 as of this writing. That’s 275 percent higher than the threshold for funding the project. The router itself runs Turris’ open source operating system (based on the OpenWRT project) which auto updates as soon as any type of vulnerability is discovered by its cadre of developers.
Via: Turris
Source: IndieGogo
MacRumors Giveaway: Win a Leather iPad Pro Bag From Intrepid Bag Co
For this week’s giveaway, we’ve teamed up with The Intrepid Bag Co to give away one of the company’s Zinnia Convertible Leather iPad Pro Bags. The Zinnia is a convertible bag that can transition quickly between a backpack and a crossbody bag.
Made from mahogany leather and lined with wool fabric, the Zinnia converts with a quick grab and pull on the straps, which are made from padded leather for comfort. The Zinnia features a design that’s wider at the bottom, giving it the stability to stand up on its own.
Inside the Zinnia, there’s a padded laptop pocket that’s large enough to hold an iPad Pro or a 13-inch laptop, such as a Retina MacBook Pro. There’s also two expanding water bottle pockets at the sides, two quick access back pockets, and a front pocket that closes magnetically.
The Zinnia Convertible Leather iPad Pro Bag can be purchased from Intrepid Bag Co for $349, but one lucky MacRumors reader will be able to get one for free through our giveaway. To enter to win, use the Rafflecopter widget below and enter an email address. Email addresses will be used solely for contact purposes to reach the winner and send the prize.
You can earn additional entries by subscribing to our weekly newsletter, subscribing to our YouTube channel, following us on Twitter, or visiting the MacRumors Facebook page. Due to the complexities of international laws regarding giveaways, only U.S. residents who are 18 years of age or older are eligible to enter.
a Rafflecopter giveawayhttp://widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.jsThe contest will run from today (November 26) at 10:00 p.m. Pacific Time through 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time on December 4. The winner will be chosen randomly on December 4 and will be contacted by email. The winner has 48 hours to respond and provide a shipping address before a new winner is chosen. The prize will be shipped to the winner for free.
Intrepid Bag Co is also offering a Black Friday discount for MacRumors readers that will be available until December 2nd. To get a discount on any of the site’s products, use the code WeLoveMacRumors10.
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Snag a $100 Google Play gift card for just $79.54 while stock lasts!
Online independent retailer Sam’s Club has just kicked off a sale on Google Play $100 gift cards. As part of the promotion, residents in the United States can pick one up for just $79.54.
Once purchased, you’ll need to redeem the code and apply it to your account. To do this, all you have to do is visit Google Play, sign into your account, visit the “redeem code” section and punch in the code.
After the credit has been applied to your account, you’ll be able to purchase applications, games movies, books, music, TV shows and magazines, which can all be downloaded directly from the Play Store and saved on your Android device.
To take advantage of the deal, hit the source link below.
Source: Sam’s Club
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