Sending a spacecraft to Mars is no easy feat, but landing it on the Red Planet without making a crater is equally challenging. The European Space Agency knows that all too well, and a recent parachute test has raised serious questions about whether the ExoMars 2020 mission will remain on schedule.

A previous test in late May showed promise but was ultimately deemed a failure due to damage sustained by the two large parachutes that will be doing the majority of the work. This latest test included an updated design of the parachute arrangement but the problem reared its head once again.

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If you want to put a smart bulb in a lamp, the Philips Hue is fine. But if you want all the lights in a room to have connectivity and smart features, spending up to $50 per bulb can add up fast. Here’s another option: check out the Kasa Smart Light Switch by TP-Link. It’s super easy to install in just a few minutes and it instantly adds smarts to every light that’s connected to it. I used one in my living room instead of buying eight different bulbs for my recessed lights! Clip the $5 coupon on the Amazon page and you can get one right now for just $21.99, but hurry because this deal won’t last long.

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• CONTROL FROM ANYWHERE: Turn electronics on or off from anywhere with your smartphone using the Kasa app (Compatible w/ Android & iOS)
• VOICE CONTROL: Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Microsoft Cortana supported devices for a hands free experience
• GUIDED INSTALL: No need to understand complex switch wiring or master vs. auxiliary switch configurations. The Kasa app guides you through easy step by step installation
• SCHEDULING: Use Schedules to set your Smart Switch to automatically turn on and off while you’re home or away
• NOTE: Requires a neutral wire / works in a single pole setup only / Requires a secured 2.4 gigahertz Wi Fi network connection. Refer to the PDF attached below in Technical Specification for User Manual

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Why bother with $50 Philips Hues when one $22 smart light switch adds smarts to every bulb in the room? originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 13 Aug 2019 at 17:06:34 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Both Microsoft and Sony have revealed that development on their next home consoles is well underway, but neither has made an actual announcement confirming the name, price, or release date of their console yet. That may change early next year, as an extensive leak from 4chan (via NeoGAF) may have spoiled Sony’s plans for its next big events, one of which will feature the official reveal of the PlayStation 5 (or whatever it’s called).

According to the anonymous source, Sony will host an event dubbed PlayStation Meeting 2020 on February 12th next year, where the PlayStation 5 will make its debut. This information apparently comes from an email sent by the senior marketing manager at PlayStation. The email also reportedly says third-party publishers like Activision, Square Enix, Ubisoft, and EA will be invited as well to show off their next-gen titles for the unreleased PS5.

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PlayStation 5 rumored to be officially revealed in February 2020 originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 13 Aug 2019 at 16:43:08 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When it comes to buying an electric water kettle, we have to be perfectly honest with you: it sort of doesn’t matter. If you pick one from a decent brand, they’re pretty much all the same. Look for a model with good reviews and you’ll be fine. Of course, that makes pricing even more important and we’ve got a terrific deal that you definitely should check out. Use the coupon code HZ64TQL6 at checkout and you can get a top-rated Habor Electric Water Kettle for just $20.39! This deal expires tomorrow though, so get in on the action while you still can.

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• 【 High quality & healthier 】The electric kettle combination of food grade glass and 304 stainless steel, the borosilicate glass having very low coefficients of thermal expansion, making them resistant to thermal shock. And 100% stainless steel inner lid and bottom, save yourself from the health-associated risks of ingesting harmful chemicals that come from a kettle’s loose BPA particles.
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If you’ve been experiencing worse battery life than usual on your Android smartphone recently, you should know that you’re not alone. There’s an Android bug that’s responsible for the recent battery issues, and the good news is that you can fix it yourself before Google rolls out a more permanent solution.

A core Android app is responsible for the excessive energy consumption, and that’s Google Play Services version 18.3.82, Android Police explained earlier this week.

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If you’re looking for a great convertible Chromebook that won’t break the bank, it doesn’t get much better than the Lenovo Chromebook C330 2-in-1 Convertible Laptop. This best-selling model offers more than enough power to take care of things like email, web browsing, work, and streaming videos from YouTube and Netflix. It also has a beautiful 11.6-inch touchscreen and can rotate all the way open to be used in tablet mode. It’s discounted by $50 right now on Amazon, so definitely check it out!

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• HIGH PERFORMANCE LAPTOP: The Chromebook C330 is equipped with a MediaTek MT8173C Processor, Chrome OS, 4 GB LPDDR3, 64 GB eMMC and so much more
• SLEEK & STYLISH DESIGN: Sleek, stylish and secure, this 360 degree convertible laptop is less than one inch thin and 2.6 lbs. light with a 11-inch FHD IPS Touch Display perfect for day-to-day computing and multimedia, on or offline
• POWERFUL PROCESSING: Enjoy powerful processing for daily tasks, LPDDR3 memory for multitasking, eMMC storage for quick boot-ups, fast software loading and additional 100 GB of cloud storage via Google Drive, all on your Lenovo Chromebook C330
• BUILT TO CONNECT US: Full I/O support comes standard on the Chromebook C330 with USB-C, SD and USB 3.0 for effortless connectivity
• EASY TO USE: The Lenovo Chromebook C330 is easy to use, offers built-in virus protection and keeps going with long battery life. No setup is needed, just a Google account so your emails, maps, docs, pics stay with you via cloud storage

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After much speculation, Viacom and CBS are back together once again after 13 years apart. Early this afternoon, the two media companies officially announced plans to merge into a new company dubbed ViacomCBS. Once the merger becomes official, current Viacom CEO Bob Bakish will head up the company.

“Today marks an important day for CBS and Viacom, as we unite our complementary assets and capabilities and become one of only a few companies with the breadth and depth of content and reach to shape the future of our industry,” Bakish said in a press release.

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Spotting a bear on a hiking trail or wandering around your rural back yard can be somewhat frightening, but most of the time they’d just assume ignore your presence entirely. One family in Estes Park, Colorado recently had a run-in with a bear that was not only interested in their home but apparently wanted to rent a room as well.

As local Fox station KDVR reports, the four-legged home invader was determined to entire a local home and eventually succeeded, at which point police were summoned to deal with the situation. When the fuzz arrived, the bear made a dramatic getaway by busting straight through a wall, drawing comparisons to the iconic Kool-Aid Man.

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Can you imagine being in your house these days and not having constant access to Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant? Of course you can’t — so why should you have to be without Alexa in your car? The Roav Viva by Anker is an Alexa-enabled two-port car charger that basically acts as an Echo Dot for cars, giving you the same hands-free access to Alexa that you enjoy in your home. It retails for $50, but it’s down to $25.99 right now on Amazon. Clip the extra $5 coupon on the product page and you can snag one for just $20.99!

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• 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.

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The Echo Dot for cars is down to $21 today originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 13 Aug 2019 at 14:25:55 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Back in late June, NASA revealed that sensors on its Curiosity rover were returning alarmingly high readings of methane that came seemingly out of nowhere. Determining where that methane came from — and whether the process responsible for it are geological or biological — is now a major area of research for scientists. A new study led by Newcastle University doesn’t offer a definitive answer, but it does bring us one tantalizing step closer.

In a paper published in Scientific Reports, the researchers effectively rule out one possible source of the methane, arguing that, based on observations of wind erosion on Mars, it’s unlikely that the methane is the result of rocks being broken down and releasing the gas into the air.

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