When Epic Games announced last month that it would be launching its own digital game storefront to compete with Steam, it caused quite a stir. Steam has spent over a decade and a half establishing itself as the premiere platform for buying PC games online, but if any company was going to be able to take on Valve’s juggernaut, it made sense that it would be the team behind another seemingly unstoppable video game juggernaut: Fortnite.

And thus the Epic Games store was born, but save for one notable exclusive, it seemed as though Epic would have a long and treacherous road to hoe to establish itself. Then a bombshell dropped. On Wednesday, Epic announced that it would be partnering with Ubisoft to bring The Division 2 to the Epic Games store on PC.

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“Every once in a while,” he began, “a revolutionary product comes along that changes everything.”

That was Steve Jobs’ opening for what would go down as one of the best displays of product showmanship and marketing savvy in tech history, as Apple’s then-legendary chief executive went on to unveil the iPhone during the Macworld conference in San Francisco on January 9, 2007. Twelve years ago today.

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Amazon confirmed to TechCrunch this week that more than 1 million people pre-ordered its new gadget called the Echo Auto. What’s an Echo Auto, you ask? It’s basically an Echo for cars, connecting to your car’s audio system and giving you access to Alexa. You can only pre-order one by invitation though, and who knows how soon yours will actually ship. If you want something that’s available right now and is even better than the Echo Auto because it packs way more features, check out the Roav Viva by Anker. And right now is the perfect time to get one because it’s on sale at a 20% discount!

Roav Viva by Anker, Alexa-Enabled 2-Port USB Car Charger in-Car Navigation, Calling, Messaging,…: $39.99

Here’s some additional info from the product page:

• Alexa Inside: ‘s voice service gives you complete voice control in your car. Just say the word to get directions, listen to audiobooks from Audible, shop online, play music, and more over Bluetooth, CarPlay, Android Auto, or an Aux in connection. What You Get: Roav VIVA, Manual, Quick Guide, Happy Card, Skills Cards, 12-month warranty and our friendly customer service. (Please note: Spotify is not supported. )
• High-Speed Charging: Dual charging ports equipped with Anker’s exclusive PowerIQ technology deliver blazing charging speeds to both driver and passenger. Qualcomm Quick Charge not supported.
• Supports Alexa Communication: Calling, Messaging, Drop In, and Announcements — all hands-free.
• Voice Isolation: 2 integrated microphones provide noise cancellation and accurate voice identification.
• Note: Please check the dimensions of the space surrounding your car’s cigarette lighter to see if VIVA will fit before purchasing. If your VIVA cannot be plugged in or has Bluetooth connection issues, return it for a full refund within 30 days of purchasing. Please check the list of unsuitable car models VIVA is incompatible with in the User Guide found in the Technical Specifications section below. If you have other issues, contact us via Live Chat in the app.

Roav Viva by Anker, Alexa-Enabled 2-Port USB Car Charger in-Car Navigation, Calling, Messaging,…: $39.99

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Over 1 million people preordered Amazon’s Echo for cars, but Anker’s version is better and available now originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 9 Jan 2019 at 15:11:40 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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With the final season of Game of Thrones just a few more months away from airing, rumors have already begun to swirl that filming for one of several planned prequels could begin as soon as next month. It’s the prequel that still doesn’t have an official title but which has been informally referred to by none other than author George R.R. Martin himself as The Long Night, and it will apparently be the next installment of the franchise that takes up the mantle of fan interest and carries it forward after the eighth and final season of GoT comes to a close.

Even though an official premiere date for the prequel hasn’t been disclosed yet, fans can at least whet their appetite for what’s to come based on the fact that the full core cast of the new series is now in place.

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We cannot stress enough how important it is to protect your dog’s paws from the harsh winter weather. Even when it’s not snowing or icy out, the ground can drop to temperatures that are so cold they’ll give your poor pup frostbite in a matter of minutes. Little boots that cover your pup’s paws are great for protection against winter weather, and we recommend WUXIAN Waterproof Dog Shoes. If your dog refuses to keep them on though, there’s still another great option. Check out Musher’s Secret Pet Paw Protection Wax, which is also available on Amazon. All you have to do is dab a little on your pup’s paws and you’re done. It’s safe, it works very well, and it’ll even wax your wood floors if your dog happens to run around inside!

WUXIAN Waterproof Dog Shoes

• MATERIAL – Water resistant material ,high quality fabrics,wear resistant,to bear or endure dirty, Have cute pet paw embroidery, soft and hand washable, fashionable yet durable.
• QUALITY -Durable soles,tough anti-slip sole provides stability and traction,Helps dogs with mobility and stability on tile and the sand .
• COMFORTABLE – Soft and breathable to paws，so allows the boots to be used indoors or outdoors, hot and cold in wet and dry conditions.
• CONVENIENT -Lightweight and convenient，easy to put on with wide split seam top opening, the dog shoes are fastened firmly by 2 straps, which are long and adjustable , capable to prevent slipping off and supply a customized tightness for secure closure and have reflective straps，reflective lines enhance visibility all the night ,also make your love dog safe .
• SIZE REFERANCE:4#（2.56”X1.97”）;5#（2.76”X2.24”);6#（2.95”X2.52”）;7#（3.15”X2.76”）;8#（3.35”X2.95”)

WUXIAN Waterproof Dog Shoes,Dog Outdoor Shoes, Running Shoes for Dogs,Pet Rain Boots, Labrador…: $24.99

Musher’s Secret Pet Paw Protection Wax

• Protects paws from sand, hot pavement, ice and salt with all natural 100-percent wax-based cream
• Perfect for mushing, hunting, walking or before any outdoor activity
• Easy-to-apply formula contains vitamin E to moisturize and help heal wounds and keep paws healthy
• Available in pack of 2.1-ounces
• Measures 3-inch length by 3-inch width 1-1/3 height

Musher’s Secret Pet Paw Protection Wax, 60-Gram: $12.75

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One day after Verizon took out a full-page ad in newspapers like The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal to subtly blast AT&T for an arguably shady 5G strategy, an executive from AT&T — which rivals say has essentially been trying to pass off 4G service as 5G — has pushed back against the criticism in a new interview.

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When it hits theaters on March 8th, Captain Marvel will bring us the last piece of the Avengers: Endgame puzzle. First teased in the post-credits scene at the end of Infinity War, we’ll find out exactly what happened in the 90s between Captain Marvel and Nick Fury. The former SHIELD chief paged her just before turning into dust, so we expect Captain Marvel to play a crucial role in the upcoming battle against Thanos. Moreover, we know from the latest Captain Marvel trailer that she may have inspired Fury to create the Avengers team, which is meant to deal with anything that might threaten the planet. Now, a new revelation tells us that Captain Marvel could also set up future Avengers films, not just Avengers 4.

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A good universal remote is pretty much a must-have for any home theater setup, and everyone knows that Logitech Harmony makes the best universal remotes money can buy. What you might not realize though, is that the company also makes an awesome hub that extends the same great universal remote functionality to your smartphone or even your voice thanks to Alexa compatibility. Check out the Logitech Harmony Smart Control Hub, which is on sale for just $57 right now on Amazon.

Logitech Harmony Hub for Control of 8 Home Entertainment Devices, works with Alexa: $56.95

Here are the highlights from the product page:

• Works with Alexa to easily control your home entertainment devices with your voice
• Combine up to 8 remotes and countless apps into one easy-to-use smartphone app.
• Create customized activities to control your home entertainment. For example, simply tap “Date Night” and Harmony can turn on your Sony Android TV, launch Netflix, dim your Philips Hue smart lights and turn on your Sonos connected speaker
• Harmony App for iOS or Android smartphone or tablet: Simply swipe and tap to control channels, movies, 50 customizable channel Favorites
• Closed cabinet control: Included Harmony Hub lets you control devices in closed cabinets

Logitech Harmony Hub for Control of 8 Home Entertainment Devices, works with Alexa: $56.95

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Over the past few months there’s been a lot of talk about the conditions inside the International Space Station and its potential to spawn new, potentially dangerous kinds of microscopic organisms. Close study of the microbes found inside the space station suggested that they may be mutating, and fears of “superbugs” that were resistant to modern antibiotics dominated the discussion.

A new research effort appears to indicate that the bacteria in the ISS is indeed mutating, but not for the purposes of circumventing human defenses. As it turns out, the tiny microbes might just be trying their best to adapt to their strange new home in space.

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Wireless home security cameras are super popular right now and it’s easy to see why. These great little gadgets let you keep an eye on your home from anywhere, and they can also tie in to alarm systems or smart home setups. We saw some terrific deals on a bunch of different home cams during Black Friday and Cyber Week, but none of those deals could even come close to approaching the value you get from the Wyze Cam even when it’s not on sale at a discount.

Wyze Cam 1080p HD Indoor Wireless Smart Home Camera with Night Vision, 2-Way Audio, Works with…: $25.98

Here’s what you need to know from the product page:

• Works with Alexa: Ask Alexa to show your front door, kid’s room, or anywhere else you have your Wyze Cam
• 1080p full HD live stream direct to your smartphone day or night with night vision (up to 30 feet away). Works with 2.4GHz Wi-Fi networks (does not support 5GHz Wi-Fi)
• Motion Tagging technology detects and outlines motion in both live stream and playback video modes. Operating system supports ios 8.0 and android 5.0 or later.
• Motion and sound detection with free rolling 14-day cloud storage. Use the Wyze App (iOS and Android) to manage and share multiple cameras. Add a microSD card (up to 32GB max size) for local storage.
• Magnetic base, 6-foot power cable and included adhesive metal plate let you mount your Wyze Cam anywhere – no screws required

Wyze Cam 1080p HD Indoor Wireless Smart Home Camera with Night Vision, 2-Way Audio, Works with…: $25.98

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