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The most addictive game you’ll play today only uses the arrow keys

Jul01
by on July 1, 2015 at 11:50 am
Posted In: Around the Web, Arrow Hero, browser games, games, github, Insider, Shareables

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Once upon a time, there was Guitar Hero, which required you to be fleet of finger to master the hits. Now, meet Arrow Hero, which uses your fast fingers to…um…rack up a high score by hitting the arrow keys at the right moment. It’s very simple – as you can see from the GIF at the top of the page – but like so many really basic games before it, it’s also very addictive. The most maddening thing is that the game’s creator says “you win when you manage to make a score you are proud of.” How will I…

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Yahoo’s Aviate Launcher for Android now streams contextual info to your home screen based on your activities

Jul01
by on July 1, 2015 at 11:41 am
Posted In: Apps, Around the Web, Aviate, free, Launcher, yahoo

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Yahoo has updated its Aviate launcher for Android phones with Smart Stream, a Google Now-like feature that brings information to help you get through your day, right to your home screen. It’s available to users in the US running Android 4.1 or newer. Depending on the time of day or your activities, Smart Stream will show you relevant information and apps that might be useful to you.   For example, if you’re walking around town at lunchtime, Aviate will show you a list of restaurants nearby. You’ll also see transit information when you’re on the move. If there’s a sporting…

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a couple of laughzillas on a blue diamond background

Yahoo’s Aviate Launcher for Android now streams contextual info to your home screen based on your activities

Jul01
by on July 1, 2015 at 11:41 am
Posted In: Apps, Around the Web, Aviate, free, Launcher, yahoo

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Yahoo has updated its Aviate launcher for Android phones with Smart Stream, a Google Now-like feature that brings information to help you get through your day, right to your home screen. It’s available to users in the US running Android 4.1 or newer. Depending on the time of day or your activities, Smart Stream will show you relevant information and apps that might be useful to you.   For example, if you’re walking around town at lunchtime, Aviate will show you a list of restaurants nearby. You’ll also see transit information when you’re on the move. If there’s a sporting…

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Facebook scores a win in European class action lawsuit, but the fight isn’t over

Jul01
by on July 1, 2015 at 11:24 am
Posted In: Around the Web, Insider

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A court in Austria has ruled that it doesn’t have jurisdiction to pass judgement on the ongoing class action lawsuit levelled by Max Shcrem against Facebook for alleged privacy violations. While Facebook trumpeted the decision as a significant victory in the case, that’s not necessarily the end of the matter – the case has been referred to a higher tribunal, not thrown out altogether. “This litigation was unnecessary and we’re pleased that the court has roundly rejected these claims. We remain happy to work with our regulator, the Irish Data Protection Commissioner, to address any questions about our commitment to protecting…

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a couple of laughzillas on a blue diamond background

Facebook scores a win in European class action lawsuit, but the fight isn’t over

Jul01
by on July 1, 2015 at 11:24 am
Posted In: Around the Web, Insider

Facebook_featured
A court in Austria has ruled that it doesn’t have jurisdiction to pass judgement on the ongoing class action lawsuit levelled by Max Shcrem against Facebook for alleged privacy violations. While Facebook trumpeted the decision as a significant victory in the case, that’s not necessarily the end of the matter – the case has been referred to a higher tribunal, not thrown out altogether. “This litigation was unnecessary and we’re pleased that the court has roundly rejected these claims. We remain happy to work with our regulator, the Irish Data Protection Commissioner, to address any questions about our commitment to protecting…

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