2017年3月29日星期三

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Democrat Adam Schiff, probing Trump-Putin ties, has gone up against Russia (and Stephen Colbert) before

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 02:00 AM PDT

Democrat Adam Schiff, probing Trump-Putin ties, has gone up against Russia (and Stephen Colbert) beforeWASHINGTON — Congressman Adam Schiff, increasingly the Democratic point man on the investigation into allegations of overly cozy ties between President Trump and Russia, is a soft-spoken former federal prosecutor and a critic of government surveillance who may be the only lawmaker ever to draw blood from comic Stephen Colbert — literally. Now Schiff is locked in a tense, headline-making standoff with the Republican chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, Rep. Devin Nunes, over how to proceed with a multi-tiered investigation into Russia's alleged interference in the 2016 election, a probe that the White House sees as a dagger aimed at Trump's legitimacy even though Schiff hasn't drawn blood yet.


Video of 13-Year-Old Boy’s ‘Excessive’ Pat Down at Dallas Airport Goes Viral

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 08:34 AM PDT

Video of 13-Year-Old Boy's 'Excessive' Pat Down at Dallas Airport Goes ViralThe TSA is facing a public backlash on social media after a mother filmed her son being patted down at a security checkpoint at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.


2 Homicide Detectives Shot in Their Car in 'Ambush-Style' Attack: Cops

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 05:39 AM PDT

2 Homicide Detectives Shot in Their Car in 'Ambush-Style' Attack: CopsThe two officers were conducting surveillance in an unmarked car when they were targeted, officials say.


House GOP blocks effort by Democrats to obtain Trump's taxes

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 03:49 PM PDT

House GOP blocks effort by Democrats to obtain Trump's taxesWASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans on Tuesday blocked more attempts by Democrats to obtain President Donald Trump's tax returns from the IRS.


3-Year-Old Sits Down to Have Dinner With Police Officer Who Was Eating Alone

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 10:51 AM PDT

3-Year-Old Sits Down to Have Dinner With Police Officer Who Was Eating AloneThe two have a future "playdate" planned.


Spicer calls on reporter April Ryan first following harsh exchange

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 10:03 AM PDT

Spicer calls on reporter April Ryan first following harsh exchangePress secretary Sean Spicer told April Ryan to "stop shaking her head" at Tuesday's press briefing. He made a point to call on her first the following day.


Amazon sets mass layoffs at Quidsi products unit after losses

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 01:53 PM PDT

Amazon sets mass layoffs at Quidsi products unit after lossesThe e-commerce giant plans to terminate 263 employees in New Jersey this summer, according to a notice filed with the state's Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Quidsi operates Diapers.com and other websites. "We have worked extremely hard for the past seven years to get Quidsi to be profitable, and unfortunately we have not been able to do so," an Amazon spokeswoman said in a statement.


Japan ruling party urges strike capability amid N. Korea threat

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 07:37 AM PDT

Japan ruling party urges strike capability amid N. Korea threatJapan's ruling party said Wednesday the government should consider developing the capability to strike enemy bases if the country is attacked, citing North Korea's missile and nuclear threats. North Korea conducted two nuclear tests last year and test-fired four ballistic missiles just this month, three of which landed off Japan's coast. "North Korea's provocative acts are reaching levels our country can simply no longer overlook," a Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) security panel said in a proposal to be submitted to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe as early as Thursday.


Did an astroid strike a Martian ocean and create a cataclysmic tsunami?

Posted: 27 Mar 2017 06:01 PM PDT

Did an astroid strike a Martian ocean and create a cataclysmic tsunami?

There's no shortage of theories about what Mars was like billions of years ago. The prevailing guess is that water was abundant, and there may have even been enough to form huge oceans. New research into an existing geographical feature on the red planet could provide new evidence of not only the existence of a massive body of water, but also an astroid impact that could have generated multiple devastating tsunamis.

Evidence that water existed on Mars is ample, and many researchers believe that telltale signs of tsunamis are also present. In an effort to explain how a tsunami might have been generated, scientists have been looking for the spot (or spots) on the Martian surface where an astroid or other celestial object could have come crashing down.

One particularly interesting spot on the planet, which NASA describes as "thumbprint-looking," was long thought to be the result of mud or other debris sliding downward after being pushed up by a glacier or other geographical shift. It's called the Lomonosov crater, and new research supports a very different theory as to how it got there.

Instead of being simply the result of gravity pulling dirt downhill, scientists now believe it could very well be the last remaining mark of an astroid that violently struck Mars billions of years ago. What's more, the characteristics of the crater support the idea that when the rock struck the planet, the spot it hit was actually an ocean, leading to multiple huge tidal waves as the displaced water was pushed from and pulled into resulting crater.


The Most Hated Man in Russia

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 05:09 AM PDT

The Most Hated Man in RussiaThis weekend's protests proved one thing: From Vladivostok to Kaliningrad, everyone hates Dmitry Medvedev.


Photos of the day - March 29, 2017

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 12:27 PM PDT

Photos of the day - March 29, 2017A protester wearing a European Union flag themed beret takes part in an anti-Brexit demonstration after Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May triggered the process by which the United Kingdom will leave the European Union, in Birmingham, Britain; sunrise is seen behind a streetlight pole in Kuwait City, Kuwait, and Malaysian tiger cubs play with resident nursery dog Blakely at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Cincinnati. These are some of the photos of the day. (AP/EPA/Getty/Reuters)


Woman charged in Sandy Hook parent threat a court no-show

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 08:10 AM PDT

Woman charged in Sandy Hook parent threat a court no-showFORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A Florida woman charged with threatening the parent of a boy killed in the 2012 mass shooting at a school in Newtown, Connecticut, was a no-show Wednesday at change-of-plea hearing and now faces a more severe punishment if convicted.


Argentinian Immigrant Blasted After Shaming Trump in Facebook Post That Shows She Pays Her Taxes

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 01:55 PM PDT

Argentinian Immigrant Blasted After Shaming Trump in Facebook Post That Shows She Pays Her TaxesShe received several hate messages afterward.


Tesla Model 3 range higher than Bolt EV, hints Musk

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 05:45 AM PDT

Tesla Model 3 range higher than Bolt EV, hints MuskThe Chevrolet Bolt EV has a range of 238 miles and can be bought today for $37,500. Later this year, Tesla will launch its Model 3 which is promised to deliver at least 215 miles of range for $35,000. The hint came from Musk's post "Oh so little faith," which was made in response to a fan pleading for the Model 3 to have more range than the Bolt EV.


Felony charges for 2 who secretly filmed Planned Parenthood

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 08:37 PM PDT

Felony charges for 2 who secretly filmed Planned ParenthoodLOS ANGELES (AP) — California prosecutors on Tuesday charged two anti-abortion activists who made undercover videos of themselves trying to buy fetal tissue from Planned Parenthood with 15 felonies, saying they invaded the privacy of medical providers by filming without consent.


Watch a Twin-Turbo Ford GT Go From Zero to Nearly 300 MPH in One Mile

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 09:34 AM PDT

Watch a Twin-Turbo Ford GT Go From Zero to Nearly 300 MPH in One MileThis heavily-modified 2005 Ford GT just shattered the standing mile world record, hitting 293.6 mph from a dead stop.


Indian Hindu party crackdown on abattoirs spreads, stoking Muslim unease

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 05:43 AM PDT

Indian Hindu party crackdown on abattoirs spreads, stoking Muslim uneaseBy Rajendra Jadhav and Mayank Bhardwaj MUMBAI/NEW DELHI (Reuters) - A crackdown on unlicensed abattoirs in India's most populous state has spread to other states ruled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party, as Hindu hardliners press a political agenda that risks alienating the country's Muslim minority. The move started after Modi appointed Yogi Adityanath as chief minister of Uttar Pradesh state following the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) landslide victory in elections there this month.


Order your Galaxy S8 on Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and more starting at midnight

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 08:26 AM PDT

Order your Galaxy S8 on Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and more starting at midnightSamsung's long-awaited and repeatedly leaked next-generation Galaxy smartphone was finally made official today at the company's Unpacked event in New York City. As expected, the phone is a huge step up from its predecessors, which had gotten a reputation for growing somewhat stale in design. The two new Galaxy S8 phones change all of that with huge edge-to-edge displays, rounded glass, and a whole host of new usability and security features, not to mention boosts in battery life and power. If you've got your eyes on one, here's exactly what you need to know, no matter which wireless provider you pledge allegiance to. The Galaxy S8 and S8+ will both be available to preorder starting promptly at 12:01AM EDT, March 30th. The following carriers will have the phones available for sale on April 21st:

  • AT&T
  • Verizon
  • T-Mobile
  • Sprint
  • Cricket Wireless
  • US Cellular
  • Straight Talk Wireless
As far as pricing goes, the S8 starts at $750 through all the major carriers, while the S8+ sees a $100 premium and final retail price of $850. Each carrier has its own slightly different promotional pricing and deals, which we've gathered below: Verizon: 
Samsung Galaxy S8 preorders start at 12:01am ET on March 30 and both Galaxy S8 models will be available in Verizon stores and online on April 21. Pricing for the Galaxy S8 is $30 per month for 24 months ($720 retail price) and pricing for the Galaxy S8+ is $35 per month for 24 months ($840 retail price).
AT&T: 
On AT&T Next you can get the Galaxy S8 at $25 or the Galaxy S8+ at $28.34 for 30 months with eligible service. Or, on AT&T Next Every Year you can get the Galaxy S8 at $31.25 or the Galaxy S8+ at $35.42 for 24 months with eligible service. Business customers can purchase either device on Enterprise Installment Plans (EIP) over 36 or 24 months.
T-Mobile: 

The Galaxy S8 will have a $30 down payment and cost $30/month for 24 months on the T-Mobile Equipment Installment Plan (FRP: $750). JUMP! On Demand customers can snag the device for $0 down and just $33/month.

The S8+ will be available for $130 down and $30/month for 24 months on EIP (FRP: $850), with the same down payment and monthly payment amount for JUMP! On Demand customers.


Japan loans Manila military planes for South China Sea

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 02:42 AM PDT

Japan loans Manila military planes for South China SeaThe Philippines Monday took delivery of two Japanese military surveillance aircraft to help it patrol vital sea lanes in the South China Sea, despite Manila's increasingly conciliatory stance to Beijing's claims over the disputed waters. Japan will lease a total of five surplus Beechcraft TC-90 planes to the Philippines, according to Manila's defence secretary Delfin Lorenzana. Philippine military chief General Eduardo Ano said the new planes would be deployed over Benham Rise and the South China Sea.


Red Bull heir enjoys jet-set life 4 years after hit-and-run

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 07:17 AM PDT

Red Bull heir enjoys jet-set life 4 years after hit-and-runBANGKOK (AP) — The Ferrari driver who allegedly slammed into a motorcycle cop, dragged him along the road and then sped away from the mangled body took just hours to find, as investigators followed a trail of brake fluid into the gated estate of one of Thailand's richest families.


14-Year-Old Dies After Being Pinned Under Log at Beach While Snapping Pictures With Friends

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 02:18 PM PDT

14-Year-Old Dies After Being Pinned Under Log at Beach While Snapping Pictures With FriendsHer family believes she broke her neck.


Melania Trump Shines In Pumps And White Coat

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 09:49 AM PDT

Melania Trump Shines In Pumps And White CoatIn a rare, major public appearance, the first lady kept it simple fashion-wise.


Authorities: Teen-teacher relationship not a 'romance'

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 11:40 AM PDT

Authorities: Teen-teacher relationship not a 'romance'NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee authorities say it is inaccurate to use the word "romance" to describe the relationship between a 15-year-old girl and a 50-year-old teacher who disappeared together two weeks ago.


DeVos says her predecessor wasted money on school reform

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 10:58 AM PDT

DeVos says her predecessor wasted money on school reformWASHINGTON (AP) — Education Secretary Betsy DeVos on Wednesday accused her predecessor of wasting billions of dollars trying to fix traditional public schools and said that school choice was the way to reform the system.


Supreme Court rules for Texas death row inmate over IQ claim

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 09:27 AM PDT

Supreme Court rules for Texas death row inmate over IQ claimThe Supreme Court on Tuesday faulted Texas, the U.S. leader in executions, in a death penalty case for the second time in a month and again ruled in favor of a black inmate, finding the state used an obsolete standard to assess whether he is intellectually disabled and exempt from capital punishment. The justices, in a 5-3 decision, threw out a Texas court's ruling upholding the death sentence of Bobby Moore, 57, who was convicted at age 20 of fatally shooting an elderly grocery store clerk during a 1980 robbery in Houston. Moore's lawyers argue he is intellectually disabled and thus not eligible for the death penalty, and now get another chance to show that in court.


Galaxy S8 Pricing Revealed: What It Costs From Every Carrier

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 03:37 PM PDT

Galaxy S8 Pricing Revealed: What It Costs From Every CarrierThe Samsung Galaxy S8 outshines the iPhone 7 in many ways. But one of them won't be price. The base model S8 will cost at least $71 more than the cheapest iPhone 7, according to carrier pricing announced shortly after the Galaxy S8's unveiling today (March 29).


Former coal miner’s reaction to Trump’s executive order unwinding Obama’s climate policies

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 12:02 PM PDT

Former coal miner's reaction to Trump's executive order unwinding Obama's climate policiesOn Wednesday, March 29, Yahoo Global News Anchor Katie Couric spoke with Bo Copley, an out of work coal miner, who got the attention of presidential nominee Hillary Clinton on the campaign trail when he pressed her on her policies concerning coal mining jobs. Copley and Couric discussed President Trump's new executive order that unwinds former President Obama's policies to curb carbon emissions that contribute to climate change and his thoughts on the future of the coal mining industry as renewable energy and automation are on the rise.


Ultra-Orthodox Jews protest against Israel military service

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 10:30 AM PDT

Ultra-Orthodox Jews protest against Israel military serviceThousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews took to the streets of Jerusalem on Tuesday to protest against compulsory military service at a time of increased tensions between them and Israeli authorities. The protesters dressed in the dark suits and hats typical of the ultra-Orthodox community held signs, including those saying "the state of Israel persecutes Jews". The protest was organised by particularly hardline ultra-Orthodox who completely reject the Israeli state.


This is not a drill: Nintendo Switch and NES Classic will be in stock today at Best Buy

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 09:40 AM PDT

This is not a drill: Nintendo Switch and NES Classic will be in stock today at Best Buy

As the first quarter of 2017 comes to a close, thousands of consumers are still desperately searching for Nintendo's two latest consoles: the Switch and the NES Classic Edition. In fact, it's probably even more than that, considering how quickly they sell out every time they come back in stock, but the point is that a lot of people that want these machines haven't yet had a chance to buy them.

Thankfully, Nintendo is still producing and shipping more units at a respectable pace, which is why you might be able to grab a Switch or an NES Classic Edition (or both) at Best Buy on Wednesday.

Best Buy revealed via a tweet on Tuesday night that both the Switch and the NES Classic Edition would be available on Best Buy's website starting at noon CT (1:00 PM ET) on Wednesday. The tweet specifically refers to "limited quantities," so you'll need a quick trigger finger to have a chance to secure one.

https://twitter.com/BestBuy/status/846859457032204288

Despite the amount of time that has passed since the release of the NES Classic Edition, the retro console is still selling for close to three times its retail value on eBay. Many Switch listings are floating around $500 as well, so rather bidding on one of these consoles, keep an eye out for these announcements.

If you aren't able to dedicate the time to grab a Switch or an NES Classic from Best Buy today, you can always use this stock tracking site to keep an eye on other retailers for Nintendo's consoles in the future.


This Dad's Viral Tough-Love Lesson to His Kid Has the Internet Fired Up

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 11:32 AM PDT

This Dad's Viral Tough-Love Lesson to His Kid Has the Internet Fired UpTime to start studying, Thomas! ��


'Dance Moms' Star Quits Show Amid Claims She Was 'Manipulated' by Producers

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 01:12 PM PDT

'Dance Moms' Star Quits Show Amid Claims She Was 'Manipulated' by ProducersAbby Lee Miller will be sentenced in May following a bankruptcy fraud conviction.


The Latest: Christie aide says she won't be 'the scapegoat'

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 12:34 PM PDT

The Latest: Christie aide says she won't be 'the scapegoat'NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The Latest on the sentencing in the George Washington Bridge lane closures (all times local):


Go get these crazy MacBook deals while you can

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 02:04 PM PDT

Go get these crazy MacBook deals while you can

Apple's computers don't come on sale very often, so if you can't weasel a student discount, you're probably going to be stuck paying full retail price. Even when prices do drop, it's normally on old models that are being discontinued.

So, when a store has a sale on every version of the new MacBook Pro and the Mac Mini, you'd be well advised to take note and go find your credit card.

The 13-inch MacBook Pro, with and without Touch Bar, is likely going to be the most popular deal here. Apple positioned the $1,500 13-inch Pro as a replacement for the MacBook Air with a little more power, but that pricetag makes it a difficult sell for students or anyone else who's not sure they need a $1,500 laptop.

At $1,300 from B&H, it's a much better deal. So is the 13-incher with Touch Bar, which is also $200 off, bringing the entry-level price down to $1,600. For that, you get a Core i5, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD. If you need the same power but a little more space, you can also level up to the $1,800 version with a 512GB SSD.

The biggest saving is reserved for the 15-inch MacBook Pro. One of the nicer versions is $300, as $2,800 will now get you a Core i7, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and an AMD Radeon Pro 460 discrete graphics card.

If you don't live in NY or NJ, there's also the savings on tax to consider. B&H doesn't collect sales tax when shipping to other states, so you could stand to save a bunch more cash on top of the sale price.


AP SPIN METER: Was Trump joking on health care?

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 12:28 PM PDT

AP SPIN METER: Was Trump joking on health care?WASHINGTON (AP) — To believe or not to believe? That is the question, when it comes to President Donald Trump's comments about what comes next on health care.


Westeros can't handle the perfection of this 'Game of Thrones' wedding

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 10:00 AM PDT

Westeros can't handle the perfection of this 'Game of Thrones' weddingIf you're going to do a themed wedding — particularly a Game of Thrones wedding — you better get it right.  Well, sometimes miracles do happen and we all feel really bad about making fun of themed weddings. Case in point: the Game of Thrones wedding shoot Katie Lee of Katherine Elena Photography recently helped to design. The photographer took pains to make sure every detail accurately reflected the show for couples who wanted to follow the theme. While it didn't include an actual couple getting married, the stylized wedding conception will surely inspire many lovebirds in the Seven Kingdoms and beyond. SEE ALSO: Everything we know about 'Game of Thrones' Season 7 Lee explained her process: "The gowns had a lot to do with finding a happy medium between fantasy and wedding as well," Lee told Mashable. "We knew that we wanted some sort of cape for Austen (who was playing Daenarys) with a very ethereal dress. For Courtney (playing Sansa), we wanted something regal and girly, but very strong. The velvet was the perfect fabric for that and the fur cuffs and stole along with the long train were perfect for her. " Image: katherine elena photography The wedding shoot was filmed at an actual "Castle" in the Blue Ridge mountains. Lee wanted to make a wedding that was simultaneously fantastical but realistic so that other couples could incorporate the theme into their weddings. "I also really wanted to highlight the strong women of the show and show off their grace and beauty, but also their power," Lee said. Image: katherine elena photography, smithmore castle,   Image: katherine elena photography, celestial cakery Image: katherine elena photography Image: katherine elena photography Image: katherine elena photography, trumpet and horn Image: katherine elena photography Image: katherine elena photography Image: katherine elena photography Image: katherine elena photography Image: katherine elena photography Just imagine: a wedding album your friends actually wouldn't get bored looking at. WATCH: OpTic crowned champions at $1 million 'Halo' championship


Nikka Bella Describes Kissing Boyfriend John Cena

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 06:40 AM PDT

Nikka Bella Describes Kissing Boyfriend John CenaNikki Bella admitted she was thrilled over her first kiss with John Cena in front of WWE fans.


Christina El Moussa Shut Down Mom Shamers On Instagram With Just One Comment

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 09:34 AM PDT

Christina El Moussa Shut Down Mom Shamers On Instagram With Just One CommentShe's not about to let that stand.


Hidden changes in iOS 10.3 will give your iPhone a speed boost

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 07:43 AM PDT

Hidden changes in iOS 10.3 will give your iPhone a speed boost

After releasing a few hundred different beta versions over the past month or so, Apple on Monday finally released iOS 10.3 to the public. Eager iPhone, iPad and iPod touch users rushed to download and install the update, and they were greeted with some nifty new features. In a post on Monday afternoon, we went through the eight best new features in iOS 10.3, including a new Find My AirPods feature, updates to the Maps app, Apple's new file system and more. There was one feature in particular that we listed in the post that deserves more attention though, and not many people realize it's even there.

When Apple releases any new iOS software, hardcore Apple fans always rush to download and install it immediately, regardless of what new features Apple adds. This is a good thing for many reasons, not the least of which is the fact that new iOS software always includes security updates that are crucial. iOS 10.3 is no different — it's packed full of security fixes that users should be eager to install immediately.

Of course, the user-facing features are typically the main draw for new iOS updates, and iOS 10.3 has a few nice additions and changes. One set of changes in particular is worth noting, but it's hiding in plain sight so most iPhone and iPad users won't even notice it's there.

Apple engineer Renaud Lienhart‏ tweeted on Monday afternoon about something that we mentioned in passing in our post covering the best new features in iOS 10.3. "iOS 10.3 feels 'snappier,'" he said, "because many animations were slightly tweaked & shortened, for the better."

https://twitter.com/NotoriousBUGS/status/846539233305124865

Long story short, Apple has made a number of small adjustments to the animations that are played when the user does things like opening an app, closing an app, or switching from one app to another. Longtime iPhone users may recall that Apple did something similar back in 2014 with iOS 7.1. The speed difference back then was much more dramatic and noticeable, but the improvements in iOS 10.3 are still nothing to scoff at.

If you have an iPhone or iPad and haven't yet updated to iOS 10.3, a faster UI should be reason enough to install the update as soon as you can. iOS 10.3 is available to download in iTunes, or as an over the air (OTA) update accessing in the Settings app by navigating to General > Software Update.


Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ announced: Release date, price, and everything else you need to know

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 08:00 AM PDT

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ announced: Release date, price, and everything else you need to know

They're here. No, seriously. The Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ are really, truly here. It seemed like this day might never come considering how long leaks and rumors have been flooding the web — what started as a slow trickle quickly became roaring rapids following BGR's exclusive back in early March. Now, however, we can finally say that we'll never have to worry about another Galaxy S8 leak again.

Samsung unveiled its new flagship smartphone duo during a press conference in New York City on Wednesday, and it confirmed nearly everything we've already seen all over the internet lately. There were still a few important questions that needed to be answered — namely the pricing and release date — and now every blank has finally been filled in.

First and foremost, let's cover the only two questions that remained: pricing and the release date. Where the latter is concerned, Samsung confirmed that it will release the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ on Friday, April 21st. Of course you won't have to wait that long to order one of the company's hot new phones, because pre-orders will open tomorrow, March 30th at all major US carriers.

Speaking of wireless carriers, pricing is in line with expectations and you can learn everything you need to know about how to buy the S8, where to buy the S8 and how much it will cost in this post.

Moving on to the phones themselves, there are pretty much no surprises at all. You can read all about Samsung's stunning new designs in our hands-on Galaxy S8 and S8+ preview, but the bottom line is this: no phones on the planet are more sleek, more stunning, or more powerful than Samsung's new flagship phones. They're incredible.

Here's a quick rundown of the key specs:

Galaxy S8

  • 5.8-inch Super AMOLED Quad HD+ display (2960x1440, 570ppi)
  • 148.9 x 68.1 x 8.0 mm, 155g
  • US: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor — Octa core (2.3GHz Quad + 1.7GHz Quad), 64 bit, 10 nm process
  • Global: Samsung Exynos 8895 processor — Octa core (2.35GHz Quad + 1.9GHz Quad), 64 bit, 10 nm process
  • 12-megapixel Dual Pixel rear camera
  • 8-megapixel front-facing camera
  • 3,000 mAh battery
  • 64GB of storage
  • 4GB of RAM
  • Iris Scanner
  • USB-C
  • Android 7.0 Nougat

Galaxy S8+

  • 6.2-inch Super AMOLED Quad HD+ display (2960x1440, 529ppi)
  • 159.5 x 73.4 x 8.1 mm, 173g
  • US: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor — Octa core (2.3GHz Quad + 1.7GHz Quad), 64 bit, 10 nm process
  • Global: Samsung Exynos 8895 processor — Octa core (2.35GHz Quad + 1.9GHz Quad), 64 bit, 10 nm process
  • 12-megapixel Dual Pixel rear camera
  • 8-megapixel front-facing camera
  • 3,500 mAh battery
  • 64GB of storage
  • 4GB of RAM
  • Iris Scanner
  • USB-C
  • Android 7.0 Nougat

In the US, Samsung's Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ will be available in three different colors: Black, silver and gray. Preorders will open at 12:01AM on Thursday at all major US carriers, and they include a free next-generation Gear VR headset with Samsung's new wireless controller and an Oculus game pack. Samsung's new DeX Station accessory that enables the Galaxy S8's Desktop Experience will be sold separately.


Hedge Fund Exec Swindled by Bernie Madoff Jumps to His Death From NYC Hotel

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 01:22 PM PDT

Hedge Fund Exec Swindled by Bernie Madoff Jumps to His Death From NYC HotelCharles Murphy's hedge fund lost $7 billion to Madoff's Ponzi scheme.


Trump promises deal on health care will be done 'quickly' and 'easily'

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 08:11 AM PDT

Trump promises deal on health care will be done 'quickly' and 'easily'Despite the defeat of the American Health Care Act, President Trump told senators Tuesday night that he's "going to make a deal on health care." He promised that it will be done "quickly" and "easily."


Intel’s new tech makes hard drives feel as fast as an SSD

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 10:30 AM PDT

Intel's new tech makes hard drives feel as fast as an SSD

Intel last week released an SSD that's faster and more durable than its rivals. The best thing about the Optane DC P4800X drive is that it also works as RAM memory. That's right, Optane drives may deliver cover RAM and SSD duties in the future. I say in the future because this first Optane product isn't aimed at the consumer market. Instead, it'll be used in servers for the time being.

However, Intel has now announced a second Optane-branded product, the Intel Optane Memory, which targets regular computer users and should offer you a computing experience as fast as an SSD even on a system that still uses regular HDD spinning drives.

Even though SSDs will significantly speed up computers, they're considerably more expensive than good old HDDs. But the Intel Optane Memory SSD is a product that'll speed up systems that still use a mechanical hard drive as the primary storage.

The Optane Memory is an M.2 NVMe SSD, AnandTech explains, that will be used as a cache drive inside your computer. It comes in 16GB and 32GB capacities, which means it's not made for regular storage purposes.

Instead, Intel designed the drive to be used only for caching, with the help of its Rapid Storage Technology drivers. Optane Memory caching is only supported on Windows 10 64-bit and only for the boot volume, the report explains. Furthermore, you'll need a Kaby Lake generation 200-series motherboard and Kaby Lake processors to make it all work. Furthermore, the drive might not be too power-efficient for use in a laptop for the time being.

If you're thinking about combining Intel's Optane Memory with an SSD drive to further speed up your system, don't get too excited. It's likely you won't notice any performance improvements.

In spite of these "limitations," the Optane Memory is a relatively cheap upgrade for desktop users who want a faster OS experience but also plenty of HDD storage. The product retails for $44 (16GB) or $77 (32GB) and is available for preorder right now with an April 24 ship date. More technical details about Intel's Optane Memory are available over at Intel and AnandTech.


Will Smith and the 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' family got together for a nostalgic '90s reunion

Posted: 28 Mar 2017 06:12 AM PDT

Will Smith and the 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' family got together for a nostalgic '90s reunionThis is a story all about how the cast of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air....had a reunion and look as dope today as they did on the legendary sitcom.  On Monday, Alfonso Ribeiro, who played the iconic Carlton Banks, posted a photo on Instagram that got the hearts of every 90s television fanatic racing.  SEE ALSO: Will Smith gets flipped, turned upside down while bungee jumping at Victoria Falls Tatyana Ali, Ribeiro, Karyn Parsons, Will Smith, Daphne Maxwell Reid (the second Aunt Vivian) and Joseph Marcell were all smiles for the reunion. "Always amazing to spend an afternoon with my Fresh Prince family," Ribeiro wrote on Instagram. "Wishing that James Avery was still with us to make this complete." Avery, who played Uncle Phil, passed away in 2013.   A post shared by Alfonso Ribeiro (@therealalfonsoribeiro) on Mar 27, 2017 at 5:27pm PDT Whether or not this has something to do with the Fresh Prince reboot Smith is cooking up, we're not sure, but our fingers and toes are crossed.  WATCH: This spinach leaf is actually a tiny, beating human heart


Mila Kunis Talks Good Relationship Between Her Children

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 02:19 AM PDT

Mila Kunis Talks Good Relationship Between Her ChildrenMila Kunis opened up about the joys and challenges of parenting.


Neymar helps guarantee World Cup place for Brazil

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 01:53 AM PDT

Neymar helps guarantee World Cup place for BrazilNeymar shrugged off some rough tackling and a missed penalty to score a brilliant solo goal as he led Brazil to a 3-0 win over Paraguay which booked their place at the 2018 World Cup finals on Tuesday. It was Brazil's eighth consecutive win in qualifying and, combined with Peru's 2-1 win over Uruguay in a later game, ensured they would finish the 10-nation group in the top four, guaranteeing them a berth at the Russia finals. Brazil lead the standings on 33 points with four matches to play, 11 points ahead of arch-rivals Argentina, who slipped back into fifth after a 2-0 defeat away to Bolivia without suspended captain Lionel Messi.


Federer and Nadal advance, Wawrinka ousted at Miami Open

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 08:11 AM PDT

Federer and Nadal advance, Wawrinka ousted at Miami OpenKEY BISCAYNE, Fla. (AP) — For Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, it was a happy anniversary.


Will Raj Change The Living Arrangements In ‘Big Bang Theory’?

Posted: 29 Mar 2017 05:17 AM PDT

Will Raj Change The Living Arrangements In 'Big Bang Theory'?Raj may cause a rift between Penny and Leonard in "Big Bang Theory" Season 10, episode 19.


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