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Twitter update now shows the most relevant search results first

Twitter is where a lot of people go to get their daily news. Not only that, but since the social networking platform is based on real-time events and communication, it's Twitter's job to bring the most relevant information to you first. That's why, in the latest Twitter update, the social network will now display more relevant tweets in searches first.

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January 22, 2016

In the past, searching for something on Twitter would result in a list of reverse-chronological tweets, but unfortunately that doesn't always provide the most relevant information. Now when you search something on Twitter, you'll get a list of relevance-ordered tweets, allowing you to stay notified more easily.

It's a small update, really, but something that will definitely come in handy for many users.

Head to the Google Play Store link below to grab the latest Twitter update!

Previous updates

Live video support

December 14:The official Twitter app has finally gained support for live video broadcasting! Broadcasting live video is easy, too: just hit the Compose tweet button, then tap the camera icon. Tap Live, then Go Live to start broadcasting. Do note that your live video will be visible to anyone on Twitter or Periscope, not just your followers.

Comment ranking system

November 29: Twitter updated its app to implement a new comment ranking system, replacing the chronological approach with the comments Twitter thinks you'll want to see first based on a new popularity algorithm. While seeing comments from your friends and followers first makes sense, there is no way to go back to the old system. The asme update also added a Direct Reply counter on tweets.

QR codes

November 17: Twitter made getting new followers and following others easier by adding QR codes to the social platform. Simply swipe open the nav drawer and tap QR code. You can then use the reader to scan someone else's QR code or bring up your own code to let someone else follow you in an instant.

Twitter app for Android TV

November 16: Twitter officially launched its Android TV app for streaming live Thursday Night Football games and watching Periscope videos. While it is also possible to browse Twitter using the Android TV app, it is not possible to compose tweets with it. Twitter already has an app on Apple TV, Fire TV and Xbox One.

Silencing the trolls

November 15: Twitter cracks down on online harassment, with a new suite of tools aimed at weeding out the less-than-friendly types in your Twitter feed. The new tools include the ability to mute hashtags and specific words, phrases and even emoji you don't want to see in your feed. It's a small step, but definitely one in the right direction.

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Devs is a new YouTube series that gives us a behind-the-scenes look at game development

If you've ever wondered what exactly goes on behind the scenes when developers are creating new and interesting games, you might want to consider checking out the latest YouTube series called Devs.

The series shows us the daily lives of game developers based in Finland, a mecca for game developers. The host of the show, Christoffer Weiss, visits different cities in this Nordic country, meets up with game developers, and interviews them in their daily work environments. It's a fascinating insight into the fun, drudgery and quirky characters of the game scene.

The whole purpose of the series is to show the viewers not only how game development really happens but also how the industry has changed in recent years and some of the challenges game developers experience on a daily basis. It's like Cribs but for popular game titles.

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Vesa Raudasoja, one of the show's creators, has said that Devs will give us a more accurate picture of game development instead of just a "superficial glimpse". It will also show us what makes Finland, where companies like Rovio and Fingersoft are based, an excellent country for game development.

Fingersoft is also one of the companies that will be a part of the series. Kiemura, the developer behind Piranh.io, will also be featured on Devs. The first episode, which is around 40 minutes long, is already available on YouTube. Others will be added soon but unfortunately, the creators have not revealed exactly when that might happen and how many episodes we can expect to see.

Will you watch Devs on YouTube? Let us know how you imagine the lives of game developers.

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Deal: NBA 2K17, Civilization Revolution 2 and other 2K titles available for only $2.99

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Yesterday, 2K Games kicked off its latest sale and is offering big discounts on a few of its Android games. Titles that would normally set you back between $8 and $10, can now be your for only $2.99.

If you're a sports fan, you might want to consider getting the popular NBA 2K17. Select your team, trade and sell players, and even buy new ones to add to your roster. All in hopes of getting to the finals and winning a championship ring.

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If you're looking for something even more action-packed, WWE 2K might be more up your alley. Step into the shoes of a wrestling superstar and go head to head with other big names of the sport. But if you prefer playing strategy games, you'll probably want to opt for either XCOM: Enemy Within or Civilization Revolution 2.

2K Games is also offering a discount on two Nvidia Shield-exclusive games — Borderlands 2 and Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel! The are both normally available for $14.99, but can now be yours for $6.99.

There's no word on how long these deals will last for, so if you're interested in getting any of the above-mentioned games, you'll probably want to move fast. And if you do decide to get any of the games, do let us know which one you opted for in the comment section below.

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8 awesome tech gifts you can still get before Christmas

Are you an extreme procrastinator? Or did you end up adding a friend, family member, or co-worker to your holiday list unexpectedly? Whatever the reason, the good news is that it's not too late to still get an awesome gift ahead of Christmas day. The great news is that we've gathered up just a few affordable (sub-$50) options in this list — all of which are currently guaranteed by Amazon to arrive in time.

Odds are if you waited this long to get a gift, you're probably looking for something affordable, but if you have a larger budget, you can find more great options on our main holiday gift guide here. Also be sure to check out the following guides for more great ideas:

Amazon Fire tablet

The Amazon Fire tablet isn't going to win any awards for speed or special features, but if you are looking to get that person on your list a capable basic tablet for light gaming, e-book reading, watching YouTube videos, and more — it's hard to go wrong with this one. The Fire normally starts at $50, but is on sale for $40 right now. At the time of this writing you can get free 2-day shipping that will arrive just in time for Christmas.

Available on Amazon for $40

Misfit Flash

The Misfit Flash is a solid affordable fitness band that lets you track various activities including walking, running, cycling, swimming, playing tennis and other sports, as well as the quality of your sleep. The battery needs to be changed once in six months, and while it isn't waterproofing, it can handle splashes. A few different color options are available, and the device is priced starting at just $21.

Available on Amazon for $21

CB3 Metal in-ear headphones

If you are looking for an affordable pair of durable earphones, the CB3 Metal in-ear headphones are the one for you. As the name suggests, the earbuds feature a metal build, and the cable is braided to to make it last longer. The sound quality is good, and there is a built-in microphone and controls to play/pause your music and answer calls. The CB3 Metal earphones are priced at just $19.99.

Available on Amazon for $19.99

TaoTronics 3D VR headset

This VR headset comes with a pair of aspheric biconvex lenses that help reduce eyestrain, and lets you enjoy the experience up to 30% longer than with other similar devices. You get full control over the focus, and you can completely control the VR experience with a side-mounted magnetic button. The headset can accommodate smartphones with display sizes between 4-inches and 5.5-inches.

Available on Amazon for $23.99

JAM Classic Bluetooth Wireless Speaker (Black) HX-P230BK

If you are looking for a portable bluetooth speaker that offers good sound quality and is affordable, this speaker certainly fits the bill. Connectivity goes up to 30 feet and the device offers up to 4 hours of audio playback on a single charge. The JAM Bluetooth speaker starts at just $16, making it one of the most affordable bluetooth speakers around.

Available from Amazon for just $16

KMASHI 10000mAh External Battery Power Bank

The KMASHI power bank is an affordable external battery pack that offers a very high capacity of 10,000 mAh, that should allow you to comfortably charge most smartphones at least twice. It comes with two ports to let you charge two devices simultaneously, and also offers protection from overcharging and short-circuits. The KMASHI 10,000 mAh power bank is currently priced at $13.99.

Available from Amazon for $13.99

AUKEY Ora lens

The AUKEY Ora lens is a camera extension that clips on to your smartphone. It comes with a macro lens, that allows for a 10x zoom for extreme close ups, and a 140 degree wide angle lens, to capture more of the scenery, landscapes, and more. If you are looking to get the most out of your smartphone photography experience, this is a great device to have. The AUKEY Ora lens is priced at just $29.99.

Available from Amazon for $29.99

Touchscreen gloves

Winter is coming, and with that is a lot of frozen fingers as you attempt to send that urgent message while out in the cold. Most touchscreens aren't sensitive enough to recognize a touch through a glove, and that's where specialized touchscreen gloves come in. These sleek and stylish winter gloves come with three tips to be able to easily use your device while keeping your hands warm. The gloves are priced at just $7.99, making them a great last minute gift for a co-worker, casual friend, and so forth.

Available on Amazon for $7.99

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Google sued by its own employee for running an internal “spying program”

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A project manager over at Google is taking his employer to court. The employee, who goes by the name of John Doe for privacy reasons, has filed a lawsuit against Google because he believes that the company's confidentiality policies, which include an internal "spying program", are violating labor laws in California.

According to the lawsuit, Google's policies don't allow employees to discuss work-related topics including salaries, to post their personal opinions about the company online, and must not leak any product or other Google related information to the public. If Googlers break the company's rules, they just might end up getting fired.

While this all might sound pretty standard, employees are even forbidden from discussing possible legal violations with the company's legal advisors or from discussing working conditions at Google with the outside world.

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The lawsuit also states that Google wants its employees to report those who are leaking information. Apparently, the tech giant has a "Stop Leaks" program in place that is managed through an internal website. Employees have the option of reporting a colleague to superiors, which then look into the matter and fire the whistleblower if the report is true.

In addition, John Doe is also stating that Brian Katz, the director of global investigations, intelligence, and protective services over at Google, has falsely accused him of leaking information to the media. Which, we assume, is at least one of the reasons why he has decided to press charges.

It's probably going to take some time before the court makes its ruling but when it does, we'll be sure to let you guys know the outcome. Meanwhile, feel free to let us know your thoughts about this topic in the comment section below.

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Galaxy S7 won’t jump to Android 7.1.1 for Vodafone Australia

Samsung has revealed that the Galaxy S7 and the S7 edge will skip Android 7.0 Nougat and jump straight to Android 7.1.1, but it seems like that might not be the case for Vodafone Australia. According to a Vodafone Australia representative, the Nougat the carrier is testing for the Galaxy S7 duo is 7.0, not 7.1.1.

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Two weeks ago, we reported that Samsung will skip Android 7.0 altogether and upgrade the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge to 7.1.1, in response to a Galaxy beta program user's suggestion. That's good news for a lot of us, given that Android 7.1.1 Nougat is the latest version of Android, and we might as well get the latest build when it's no secret that Samsung devices take forever to get updates.

Well, unfortunately for some, Vodafone Australia seems to have a plan of its own: according to a representative named Kirsty, it is now confirmed that the Australian carrier is testing Android 7.0 for the S7 duo:

I've checked in with the right people for… and they've confirmed the references to Samsung skipping 7.0 refer to other markets and not to Australia. We're definitely testing 7.0 for both devices.

Now, Google announced Android 7.1.1 early this month, and if Vodafone is still testing Samsung's build, the Nougat update will probably get to S7 users early 2017. So who knows when Android 7.1.1 will hit? For all we know, it could be another few months, and by then there will have been higher builds. All in all, Vodafone's decision ultimately doesn't really make sense for us consumers.

Google announced Android 7.1.1 early this month, and if Vodafone is still testing Samsung's build, the Nougat update will probably get to S7 users early 2017. So who knows when Android 7.1.1 will hit?

Are you disappointed by the news? What suggestions do you have for Samsung? Let us know by leaving a comment here!

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Cold War-themed board game Twilight Struggle gets ported to Android

Cold War inspired board game Twilight Struggle has been ported to Android following a release on Steam in April. The two-player strategy title sees players take control of the US or USSR as they play through real historical events to try and achieve world dominance.

Twilight Struggle is, naturally, more concerned with influence and subterfuge than waging all-out war with armies. Players take turns drawing and playing cards to gain influence over allies during pivotal events like the Cuban Missile Crisis and Vietnam war.

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Twilight Struggle has a single-player mode against the computer, but it's no doubt the local "hot seat" multiplayer or online multiplayer modes which are going to be most interesting.

Download Twilight Struggle for $4.99 from the Google Play Store at the link and check out our list of the best Android games of 2016 if you're looking for other titles to pick up.

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