7 things you didn't know about 'Léon: the Professional'

Our CineFix series, Things You Didn’t Know, presents seven facts about what is arguably Luc Besson’s best film, Léon, which you may have seen released as The Professional.

Starring Jean Reno and an itty bitty Natalie Portman, it’s a moving and controversial thriller that’s always worth a re-watch. But you probably knew that.

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7 things you didn't know about 'Léon: the Professional'

Grab 5 USB-C cables in various lengths for just $15 right now!

Right now you can grab a 5-pack of Aukey’s USB-C cables for just $15 at Amazon, a savings of $21. This is a perfect way to pick up a bunch of cables at an affordable cost to start or build up your collection. They come in a variety of lengths, including three 3.3-foot, one 6.6-foot and one 1-foot USB-A to USB-C cables. Being USB 3.0 cables, they support faster charging and transfer speeds, and the cables are both flexible and durable to stand up to your usage.

This deal won’t last long, and you don’t need a coupon code to get the savings here. Be sure to act quickly if you are interested in these cables so that you can get them before they’re gone.

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Grab 5 USB-C cables in various lengths for just $15 right now!

The fingerprint sensor on Sony's Xperia XZ and X Compact can be enabled by a firmware flash

After having a Nexus 6P, I think I’d find it pretty difficult to go back to not having a fingerprint sensor. It’s just such a convenient way to quickly and easily unlock my phone. The Sony Xperia XZ and X Compact (this year’s model) both have fingerprint sensors, but weirdly on the US editions (and possibly others from around the world), they are disabled via software. Xperiablog has found that by flashing the UK firmware, the sensor can be enabled.

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The fingerprint sensor on Sony’s Xperia XZ and X Compact can be enabled by a firmware flash was written by the awesome team at Android Police.

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The fingerprint sensor on Sony's Xperia XZ and X Compact can be enabled by a firmware flash

How and where to buy the Google Pixel phones (US, UK, Germany), with prices

The new Google Pixel and Pixel XL already started their pre-order journey immediately after announcement in the US, U.K., Canada, Germany and Australia,with a release date pegged for October 20. The all-important Indian market, where the Pixel will start from.. wait for it… $855 equivalent, will start the preoder season October 13.
In the US, the Pixel phones have a bigger chance for success than Google’s last few Nexus efforts, as they will be available exclusively on Verizon, the largest carrier, and if you want to use them on the big two GSM networks of AT&T … – Source

How and where to buy the Google Pixel phones (US, UK, Germany), with prices

Landmark VR film reveals Indigenous encounter with atomic bomb testing

Imagine witnessing the atomic tests that were performed in outback Australia in the ’50s. A landmark new virtual reality film is allowing you to do just that — from the perspective of a man with no prior contact with the western world.

Collisions is the tale of Nyarri Nyarri Morgan, a revered elder of the Martu people from the remote Pilbara desert of Western Australia. He invited acclaimed artist Lynette Wallworth to help tell his story and now, people from all over the country can receive his message with the help of immersive technology.

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Samsung just teamed up with the makers of Siri to compete with Siri

The digital assistant technology race is heating up, with Samsung announcing plans to acquire the open artificial intelligence platform Viv on Wednesday.

It’s an intriguing move, not least because it means the team who created Apple’s voice-powered assistant Siri is forming closer ties with the South Korean electronics giant.

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As an intelligent interface that can interact with a range of devices, Viv is “an ideal candidate” to integrate with Samsung home appliances and wearables, Injong Rhee, CTO of Samsung Electronics, said in a statement. Samsung makes a whole range of home appliances, so the acquisition suggests the company is keen to have them interacting with customers in the future. …

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Samsung just teamed up with the makers of Siri to compete with Siri

Theranos Is Raining Blood

In an open letter to investors on Wednesday, Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes announced that the company was …

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Theranos Is Raining Blood

Why Chrissy Teigen made her Twitter account private

Chrissy Teigen is taking a break — of sorts, anyway — from Twitter.

The model, author and beloved tweeter made her Twitter account private Tuesday night after speaking at a Hillary Clinton rally in Nevada. Later that night, she confirmed her decision to a curious fan, writing that she was “not strong enough anymore” to keep her account public.

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But Teigen, who is well-known for putting Twitter haters in their place, clarified that she’s not leaving Twitter because of trolls. “It’s not haters or trolls or generally mean people,” she wrote. “I just feel like I am absorbing bad shit 24/7. My body and mind cannot handle it anymore.” …

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Amazon Prime members now have access to free books, magazines, and comics

Amazon Prime is easily one of the best deals out there when it comes to subscription services. With free two-day shipping, access to a wide array of video and music content with Prime Instant Video and Prime Music, free unlimited cloud storage with Amazon Drive, and so much more, Amazon Prime really is one of the best deals you can get. If you’re one of the few people who hasn’t signed up, or you’re an existing member who just isn’t satisfied with the already enormous host of features that you’re getting with your subscription, Amazon is now making their Prime service even more valuable with Prime … – Source

Amazon Prime members now have access to free books, magazines, and comics

Replacement Note 7 starts smoking on Southwest flight

A Southwest flight was evacuated in Lousiville, Kentucky when a Samsung Galaxy Note 7 overheated and began smoking on board. Lousiville Metro Arson investigators confirmed to WAVE News 3 that a Samsung device was the cause of the incident. All passen… – Source

Replacement Note 7 starts smoking on Southwest flight

Blackberry not giving up on smartphones

Blackberry says it will continue to be a smartphone brand, despite announcing it will end in-house development of devices. – Source

Blackberry not giving up on smartphones