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This robotic hand taught itself to solve a Rubik’s Cube

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There are a number of very impressive examples of how artificial intelligence can accomplish things that humans simply can’t, but nothing is cooler than seeing AI married to robotics. OpenAI, the artificial intelligence research group that counts Elon Musk among its founders, has been working on honing the skills of its neural networks in various ways, but this one-handed robot demonstration is probably its most impressive feat yet.

The bot was tasked with solving a Rubik’s Cube with one human-style hand. This might not sound all that impressive, but it becomes a lot more interesting when you learn that the bot’s creators never actually told it how to accomplish its goal.

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This robotic hand taught itself to solve a Rubik’s Cube originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 15 Oct 2019 at 19:06:46 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Leaked Huawei Mate X unboxing video points to the foldable’s imminent launch

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Huawei’s Mate X was the second foldable phone, after the Samsung Galaxy Fold, to have its initial release earlier this year temporarily scuttled as the company decided it needed to work through design woes and other assorted headaches that apparently come with trying to bring a phone with a bendable screen to market. A release for the Mate X, which will be powered by a Kirin 990 processor, was delayed to November — though it seems some people may be getting their hands on the device before the end of this month.

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Leaked Huawei Mate X unboxing video points to the foldable’s imminent launch originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 15 Oct 2019 at 18:35:32 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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‘El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie’ had two alternate endings, including a much darker one

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I hadn’t realized how much I missed Breaking Bad until I saw El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie movie over the weekend. The film that explains what happened to Jesse Pinkman after his escape in the Breaking Bad finale does feel a lot like a long Breaking Bad episode, which is quite a treat for fans of the series, but may not be as entertaining to anyone who hasn’t seen how the five-season AMC drama concluded.

Going into El Camino, I had no expectations for the film or for Jesse’s fate. The character deserved some redemption after what he went through, but it’s not like he wasn’t responsible for the way things turned out. That said, El Camino delivered a compelling and heartbreaking story, with Aaron Paul shining, once again, as Jesse, with a fitting end for the troubled young man we’ve come to know since he partnered up with Walter White. But it turns out the ending could have been a lot darker than what we saw in the final cut. Also, a variation of the ending the team chose contained another exciting scene I wish I could see. In case you haven’t seen the movie, spoilers will follow below.

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‘El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie’ had two alternate endings, including a much darker one originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 15 Oct 2019 at 18:04:23 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The UK is going to send a spider bot to the Moon

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Despite many eyes in the scientific community focusing on Mars over the past decade, Earth’s Moon still provides a huge scientific opportunity for space agencies around the globe. NASA is headed back with a crewed mission currently slated for 2024, China just broke new ground by landing on the far side of the Moon, and newcomers to the lunar space race like India and Israel have made their own attempts in 2019 as well.

Now, the UK is forging ahead with a new mission that will see a first-of-its-kind lunar rover journey to Earth’s pale satellite, and the bot sure does look cool.

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This malware can make an ATM spit out all of its cash on demand

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The bank employee in the city of Freiburg, Germany, who noticed a bank ATM acting screwy one morning was greeted with a bizarre message on the control panel: “Ho-ho-ho! Let’s make some cutlets today!” That employee didn’t immediately realize it, but hackers had implanted malware in the ATM as part of a so-called “jackpotting” attack. The end result is like something you might see in a movie — the ATM spitting out a stream of cash until the machine is completely drained.

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This malware can make an ATM spit out all of its cash on demand originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 15 Oct 2019 at 17:04:48 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The best-selling bed pillows on Amazon’s site are more than 50% off today

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Want to fall asleep quicker, wake up less frequently throughout the night, and feel more energized throughout the day? Sometimes it’s as easy as tossing your ratty old bed pillows and picking up a set that’s more comfortable and more supportive. The Beckham Hotel Collection Gel Pillow is one of the best we’ve ever tried, and it’s also a best-selling on Amazon. Best of all, it’s on sale right now with a discount of more than 50%!

Beckham Hotel Collection Gel Pillow (2-Pack) – Luxury Plush Gel Pillow – Dust Mite Resistant &…: $34.99

Here are the important details from the product page:

  • Cover: 100% Cotton Filling: 100% Poly Gel Fiber
  • SUPER PLUSH MATERIAL – The Beckham Luxury Linens Gel-Filled Fiber Pillows are crafted in super plush gel fiber that puts all other standard pillows to shame! They are expertly tailored to ensure maximum comfort for any and all sleeping positions.
  • NO-SHIFT CONSTRUCTION – With their no-shift construction, our pillows are a fantastic place to rest your head. They’re stylish, luxurious, and incredibly comfortable. You’ll fall asleep fast, and stay asleep!
  • DUST MITE, MOLD & MILDEW RESISTANT– Our pillows are dust mite, mold, and mildew resistant! Additionally, they are completely allergen and chemical free. They are the perfect choice for those suffering from asthma, allergies, and other respiratory issues.
  • FADE RESISTANT & STAIN RESISTANT – The Beckham Luxury Linens Gel-Filled Fiber Pillows are fade resistant and stain resistant, so you’ll never have to worry! Our pillows are machine washable, and will always feel and look like new!
  • SATISFACTION GUARANTEED – We are so confident in the quality of our product that we offer a 30-day satisfaction guarantee! If you are unsatisfied, simply contact us to return the product for a full refund.

Beckham Hotel Collection Gel Pillow (2-Pack) – Luxury Plush Gel Pillow – Dust Mite Resistant &…: $34.99

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Netflix just announced a massive slate of brand new content for the holiday season

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It will be at least a few days before we know everything that Netflix has in store for November, but if you’re looking for some festive content to get you in the holiday spirit, the biggest streamer in the world has you covered. On Tuesday, Netflix revealed all of the original movies and series it plans to roll out over the next two months, as well as all the licensed holiday-themed content that will be added to the service by December.

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The $22 Anker wireless charging stand everyone loves so much is down to $14

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The Anker PowerPort 5 Wireless Charging Stand is easily one of the best-selling wireless chargers Anker makes, and today it’s on sale at a great price. Normally available for $22, this model has two different coils so you can stand your phone upright to charge or put it in landscape mode so you can watch videos. It’s backed by the Anker brand so you know the quality is as good as it gets, and you can pick one up right now for $14 and change.

Anker Wireless Charger, PowerPort Wireless 5 Stand, Qi-Certified, Compatible iPhone 11, 11 Pro,…: $21.99

Here are the key details from the product page:

  • The Anker Advantage: Join the 20 million+ powered by our leading technology.
  • Charge Forward: Using highly efficient components and an advanced chipset, Power Port Wireless charges any Qi-compatible device in 10% less time than other 5W wireless chargers.
  • Versatile Viewing: Charge vertically or horizontally for ideal use with Face ID, keeping track of messages, or watching videos. (Metal attachments or credit cards will interfere with charging. )
  • Certified Safe: Totally eliminate the radiation and overheating risks associated with wireless charging. With overvoltage protection, temperature control, foreign object detection, and more, you and your iPhone are fully protected.
  • What You Get: Power Port Wireless 5 Stand, 3ft Micro USB cable (AC adapter not included), welcome guide, worry-free 18-month warranty, and friendly customer service.

Anker Wireless Charger, PowerPort Wireless 5 Stand, Qi-Certified, Compatible iPhone 11, 11 Pro,…: $21.99

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Apple credit card partner calls Apple Card the ‘most successful’ launch ever

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Of all the new developments at Apple this year that signify just how different a company it is these days when it was once so largely tied to (and regarded in the minds of the general public) as the iPhone company, we could point to things like the forthcoming launch of Apple TV+ as indicative of how different an enterprise Apple is today. Likewise, the launch earlier this year of an Apple-branded credit card — with Apple Card initially serving as the target of some people’s ire, people who wondered why the tech company was bothering to launch a credit card at all with all its attendant features like a cashback program and interest rates and the like.

The card is, of course, a natural outgrowth of the existing Apple Pay platform. And while the card has only been live for several weeks now, Apple’s card partner is out with new comments raving about the card’s launch.

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You won’t believe how good Amazon’s best-selling surround sound speaker system is for just $71

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So many people buy sound bars instead of surround sound systems, and that’s fine if you’re doing it for the compact form factor or the simplicity. But if you’re doing it because you think sound bars are less expensive than multi-speaker surround sound systems, you’re way off. The Logitech Z506 Surround Sound Home Theater Speaker System is the best-selling system on Amazon because it offers terrific sound quality at a remarkably low price. How low? Hurry and you can get this great setup at a huge discount!

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Here’s some key info from the product page:

  • Ported down-firing subwoofer pumps out deep, clean, booming bass. The power of sub woofer is 27 watts
  • Compatibility:Television,Computer,Smartphone,Tablet,Music player,DVD player,Blu-ray player,PlayStation,Xbox,Wii .Rich 3D stereo in 5.1 surround sound, even from 2-channel stereo sources
  • Multiple inputs make it easy to connect your PC, game console, iPod, DVD player and more
  • 75 watts (RMS) of balanced power and room-filling sound. On-speaker bass control lets you easily dial the bass level up or down.
  • Please Note: Kindly refer the User Guide before use. Works with any device with a headphone jack (3.5mm), RCA or 6-channel direct inputs

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You won’t believe how good Amazon’s best-selling surround sound speaker system is for just $71 originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 15 Oct 2019 at 15:09:06 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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