Dreams of a lunar colony where people walk around on the dusty surface inside of big domes will remain a dream for a while longer. We might eventually reach a point where humans could feasibly create comfortable living conditions on Earth’s Moon, but new research suggests that the material covering our nearest neighbor is actually toxic to humans.

Thanks to the Apollo missions, scientists on Earth have samples of lunar dust that they can test, and a new research effort discovered that the pale powder is packed with compounds that react with human cells. As New Scientist reports, the minerals prompt the formation of hydroxyl radicals which are thought to promote lung cancer.

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Breathing in Moon dust could kill you originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 at 18:06:52 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Facebook had to acknowledge another security issue late last week which impacted up to 6.8 million users. The bug exposed private photos, Facebook explained, allowing apps to access content that users hadn’t shared.

Facebook has fixed the issue and said it planned to issue a tool for app developers to determine which of their customers might have been impacted by the bug. But the good news is that you can also manually check to see if your photos have been exposed to app developers without your knowledge.

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How to check if your private photos were exposed due to Facebook’s latest bug originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 at 17:43:14 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you thought Apple had a tough time keeping iPhone rumors at bay, Samsung at this point seems to have given up. Every year, it seems that all the key features of Samsung’s new flagship devices are leaked weeks, if not months, in advance. Not that we’re complaining, of course, as it’s always fun to see what new features are lurking right around the corner. The upcoming refresh cycle for Samsung’s Galaxy line is no different as we’ve already seen an avalanche of S10 rumors roll in over the past few weeks.

Amid reports that Samsung’s Galaxy S10 lineup will consist of four distinct devices, including one with 5G support, one of the more intriguing rumors we came across suggested that the Galaxy S10+ model would boast a quad-camera scheme. That little tidbit certainly got some folks excited but a new report from PhoneArena reveals that that likely won’t be the case. In other words, if you’re planning to upgrade to a new Samsung device next year, the Galaxy S10+ will reportedly incorporate a triple-camera scheme on the back.

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Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S10 will not boast a quad-camera scheme after all originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 at 17:20:47 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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While we don’t expect 2019’s slate of Android flagships to look drastically different than those we saw this year, the slow march toward the total elimination of bezels will inevitably continue. Just last month, Samsung gave us a glimpse into the future during its developer conference by showing off a variety of display designs that would soon pervade its lineup, each of which either shrink or remove the bezel of the phone altogether.

Other phone makers are undoubtedly working on their own solutions, and over the weekend, prolific concept designer Waqar Khan shared his latest creation: An early look at the OnePlus 7. While many concepts push the limits of logic, Khan’s concept actually seems like an attainable goal for the Chinese company.

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OnePlus 7 concept shows off one of 2019’s most anticipated Android phones originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 at 16:57:35 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The launch of Face ID on the iPhone X last year was accompanied by a little bit of skepticism. And with good reason: Touch ID at the time had advanced to such a point that some people questioned if Face ID could possibly offer up a superior user experience. Shortly after the release of the iPhone X, however, it wasn’t long before users started expressing a preference for Face ID over Touch ID. Flash forward to 2018 and all three of Apple’s 2018 iPhone models now boast the company’s face recognition technology.

Of course, wherever Apple goes Android handset manufacturers are sure to follow. With that said, there are any number of Android devices out there with their own implementations of facial recognition technology, with some naturally offering up a more robust authentication scheme than others. And sure, Apple may not have been the first company to roll out face recognition technology, but what matters most is which implementation is the most secure and reliable.

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Apple’s Face ID wipes the floor with Android’s facial recognition originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 at 16:34:06 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Less than two weeks after the last significant iOS 12 update — one which brought a wide variety of new features and changes to the platform — Apple has returned with a smaller (but no less necessary) update.

On Monday, Apple shared iOS 12.1.2, which addresses a bug relating to eSIM activation on the iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR, though there haven’t been any reports about eSIM issues to our knowledge. The update also includes a fix for “an issue that could affect cellular connectivity in Turkey” for all three 2018 iPhone models.

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iOS 12.1.2 now available to download on iPhone and iPad originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 at 16:11:15 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Nest Cam IQ’s nifty facial recognition feature is fantastic. It knows if people in your home are familiar or not and it can respond accordingly. It’s great indeed, but is it really worth $300? Definitely not, considering you can get the same kind of features from the Tend Insights Lynx Indoor 2 Indoor WiFi Security Camera at a small fraction of the price. In fact, since it’s on sale right now on Amazon for just $50, you can get six Lynx 2 cameras for the price of a single Nest Cam IQ!

Tend Insights Lynx Indoor 2 – Indoor WiFi Security Camera with Easy Bluetooth Setup, Two Way Au…: $49.99

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

• Easy setup – quick and easy Bluetooth setup within minutes to begin secure monitoring
• Facial recognition – intelligent facial recognition software lets you choose who your camera recognizes, get a check-in notification with familiar faces
• Network Connectivity – stronger network Connectivity to ensure Ease of use for all family members
• Free cloud storage – backup and review videos with our cloud storage, included with your purchase. It’s free, so you can always see what’s happened for the previous 7 days
• Motion detection & instant alerts – get immediate notifications on your mobile device for events triggered by motion detection
• Built-in support for 802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz Wifi band (5Ghz currently not supported, please confirm that your router supports 2.4Ghz Wifi Band). Access your camera with the Tend Secure App on your mobile device anytime, anywhere

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Aside from genuine all-screen, bezel-less smartphones, the next major innovation in the mobile industry will be 5G devices. Several companies have already confirmed that they will introduce their first 5G handsets for the US in 2019, but details about said phones are still under wraps. That won’t be the case for much longer though, as multiple rumors and reports point to MWC in February the venue of choice for at least a few of these announcements.

In fact, on Sunday, The Korea Herald added fuel to the fire with its own report, citing industry sources who claim that both Samsung and LG will “unveil their first fifth-generation network-enabled smartphones” at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona early next year. Yet another report to add to the growing pile.

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If you have Philips’ wake up light alarm clock, you know that it’s the real deal. It wakes you up in the most gentle possible way, mimicking a sunrise by fading the light on each morning. You end up having more energy all day long as a result, so $140 is a bargain since it’s worth its weight in gold. But if you don’t already have one, you should know that there’s a similar model out there that’s nearly as good and it costs a small fraction of the price. Definitely check out the hOmeLabs Sunrise Alarm Clock, which is on sale right now on Amazon for just $24.99.

hOmeLabs Sunrise Alarm Clock – Digital LED Clock with 6 Color Switch and FM Radio for Bedrooms…: $24.99

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• WAKE UP SUNRISE ALARM CLOCK – This alarm clock uses a warm LED light that gradually brightens 30 mins before the alarm time to gently wake you up. Features a Sleep timer with sunset simulation to gently dim the room and can also act as a night light
• MODERN ALARM CLOCK for HEAVY SLEEPERS – Gradually waking up to light with your choice of nature-inspired sounds is a pleasant way to start your day. Features an easy to hit snooze button to pause the alarm and turn off the light and sound for 5 mins
• DECORATIVE LED COLOR OPTIONS – With 8 colorful light options, this bedroom clock can double as table or bedside lamp during non-sleeping hours. Emitting vibrant colors like green, red, blue, purple or yellow it is perfect for a child’s alarm clock
• NATURE SOUNDS and FM RADIO – Scroll through soothing nature-inspired sound options like birds, lullaby and ocean waves to wake you up. There’s also a throwback to the FM clock radio – just press radio button on clock top and touch (+) to set station
• 12-HOUR and 24-HOUR DIGITAL ALARM CLOCK – Wide LED clock face touchscreen shows either a 12 or 24 hr time display and features 3 brightness settings depending on your liking. Alarm clock with USB charger and backup battery measures 3.9″ x 6.8″ x 7.2″

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Philips’ popular $140 wake up light alarm is totally worth it, but this $25 model is nearly as good originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 at 15:02:59 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In an effort to encourage iOS users to spend even more money on services and apps, Apple today launched a new promotion whereby users who add money to their Apple ID account will receive a 10% bonus based on the amount they add. The most a user can add is $200 so the bonus maxes out at $20. Still, that’s a pretty solid deal for heavy App Store and iTunes users.

According to Apple, the bonus offer starts today and will run through Thursday of this month.

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Apple is giving away money again in its latest promotion originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 17 Dec 2018 at 14:41:32 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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