Friday, April 29, 2016

The latest science and technology news - 29 Apr 2016 - 14:34

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Wait! Build your new PC after mid-June

With NVIDIA and Intel both planning big releases for June it makes sense to hold off on building your dream PC.

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China targets moon landing

Chinese president Xi Jinping ssays that the country will become a space power with plans of a probe launch in 2020.

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A call for action to protect elephants

A multi-million dollar fund, set up by the UNDP, will be used to protect Africa's endangered species from poaching.

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Govts want more info - Facebook

Facebook says government requests for account data increased 13 percent in the second half of 2015, with the US and India topping the list.

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FBI one step closer to full hacking power

US judges will have power of authority to issue warrants for computer access which could infringe the Fourth Amendment.

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Wait! Build your new PC after mid-June

With NVIDIA and Intel both planning big releases for June it makes sense to hold off on building your dream PC.

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SCIENCE NEWS  

China targets moon landing

Chinese president Xi Jinping ssays that the country will become a space power with plans of a probe launch in 2020.

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TELECOMS  

Nepal earthquake's tech heroes

An international telecoms firm assembled a quick-reaction team to assist organisations with recue efforts in Nepal.

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SECURITY  

FBI one step closer to full hacking power

US judges will have power of authority to issue warrants for computer access which could infringe the Fourth Amendment.

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SOFTWARE  

Google's antitrust issues linger on

The European Commission has slapped Google with another charge claiming they use the Android system to push their own apps.

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BUSINESS  

Apple needs a big bite of something new

Now that fewer people are buying new iPhones, Apple appears to be pinning its hopes on after sales add-ons, but this may not be enough, says an analyst.

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HARDWARE  

Video: Apple's refreshed MacBook

Apple has refreshed its MacBook laptop. Marques Brownlee takes a quick look at the new which, apart from the rather striking pink rose gold colour, remains largely unchanged from previous versions released by Apple. It does, however, include a few feature improvements but largely remains the same, solid piece of hardware users are used to. The most noticeable change under the hood is the noticeably faster chips used in the laptop.

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GAMING  

Wait! Build your new PC after mid-June

With NVIDIA and Intel both planning big releases for June it makes sense to hold off on building your dream PC.

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INTERNET  

Are beautiful people the unfairest of all?

Data from an elite European dating site included sexual preferences has caused controversy after it got leaked online.

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GADGETS  

Apple needs a big bite of something new

Now that fewer people are buying new iPhones, Apple appears to be pinning its hopes on after sales add-ons, but this may not be enough, says an analyst.

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SPACE  

Glitch in space launch for Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised cosmodrome workers after a successful space launch, after the first attempt was thwarted by a technical glitch.

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DISCOVERY  

Next-level data storage: DNA

Microsoft is testing a concept to store data inside the human genome which could be the most cost-effective storage method.

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ENVIRONMENT  

A call for action to protect elephants

A multi-million dollar fund, set up by the UNDP, will be used to protect Africa's endangered species from poaching.

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BMW M2 track drive; F1 halo tested and insulted - 29 Apr 2016 - 12:58

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Driven: BMW M2 is fast, grippy, vocal

Now in SA: M2 coupé has the kind of presence to hush a saloon when it struts through the doors.

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F1 'halo' tested and insulted

Hamilton says he wants F1 to retain its mortal danger as new canopy gets tested at Friday practice.

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F1 drivers fear another 'wrong turn'

Drivers worried that F1 is heading in the wrong direction with 2017 revamp plans.

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Black box nabs reckless valet joyrider

UK airport valet driver never bargained on the silent evidence gathering device in a Peugeot.

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Five things to know about 'Mitsubishigate'

How did Mitsubishi rig its Japanese domestic market fuel-consumption tests, why, and how will the fallout affect the company?

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Top stunt riders rev up for SA bike fest

Organisers are ramping up efforts to ensure motorcycle lovers are treated to a fun-filled event.

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Driven: BMW M2 is fast, grippy, vocal

Now in SA: M2 coupé has the kind of presence to hush a saloon when it struts through the doors.

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ROAD TESTS  

Futuristic Lexus GS defies brand snobbery

Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi outsell the Lexus GS by huge numbers. Denis Droppa wants to know why.

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INDUSTRY NEWS  

Black box nabs reckless valet joyrider

UK airport valet driver never bargained on the silent evidence gathering device in a Peugeot.

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MOTORSPORT  

Rea set to rule again at Imola WSBK?

Kawasaki star and current points leader Jonathan Rea has won the previous four World Superbike races at this circuit.

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BIKES, QUADS & KARTS  

Italy's iconic Vespa turns 70

Wasp-shaped buzzbike, designed by an aircraft engineer, has been in continuous production at Pontedera since 1946.

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