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You might say the day is never really done in consumer technology news. Your workday, however, hopefully draws to a close at some point. This is the Daily Roundup on Engadget, a quick peek back at the top headlines for the past 24 hours -- all handpicked by the editors here at the site. Click on through the break, and enjoy.

Future Army helmets make for cooler soldiers, terrified enemies

What you're looking at is not a mask from Halo, it's part of the US Army's new "soldier of the future" concept. As of now, the helmet is just a render, but this design could one day protect our forces from heat, humidity and even chemical agents.

Russia threatens to disrupt GPS navigation in fight over sanctions

Today, the Russian government threatened to end cooperation with America on maintaining the GPS network, unless the US promises to house stations supporting the competing GLONASS. Gee, thanks Putin.

Sony Alpha 6000 review: a do-it-all mirrorless camera that's worth every penny

Once again, Sony's hit the nail on the head with its Alpha 6000: a well-rounded camera with speedy performance, fit for the novice and advanced photographer alike. At only $800, it packs the most bang per buck of any mirrorless shooter around.

A PC component maker in a post-PC world

Creative Labs has deep roots in the PC market. But as our world becomes increasing mobile, how does such a company adapt? Well, the audio specialist's betting on its new $200 Bluetooth speaker, the Sound Blaster Roar.

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Engadget Daily: futuristic Army helmets, Sony Alpha 6000 review and more!

You might say the day is never really done in consumer technology news. Your workday, however, hopefully draws to a close at some point. This is the Daily Roundup on Engadget, a quick peek back at the top headlines for the past 24 hours -- all handpicked by the editors here at the site. Click on through the break, and enjoy.

Netflix, Hulu, YouTube and other services will be open to all on Xbox One, Xbox 360

Today, Microsoft announced that Xbox One and Xbox 360 owners will no longer need a paid Xbox Live membership to access Netflix, Hulu and the like. So, say goodbye to that extra $5 per month it took to enjoy your existing subscriptions.

Motorola launches the $129 Moto E, a durable and affordable Android smartphone

If there's one thing Motorola knows how to do, it's how to get the best from mediocre components. The company's new Moto E is durable, water-resistant and has only slightly weaker specs than the Moto G. And the best part is that it costs just $129.

Hollywood, Amazon and your local realtor are fighting to legalize drones

Commercialized drones? Well, it's a complicated issue, mostly due to concerns of privacy and a sudden boom of low-flying objects. Despite the opposition, however, 68 groups are fighting to legalize the use of unmanned aircraft to shoot movies, dust crops and much, much more.

The Boyfriend Log merges data obsession with your love life

Does your love life often present more questions than answers? If so, The Boyfriend Log is here to help. By frequently measuring your happiness, the app aims to provide some clarity in a sometimes utterly emotional fog.

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Engadget Daily: the Moto E, Xbox Live tears down app paywall, and more!

You might say the day is never really done in consumer technology news. Your workday, however, hopefully draws to a close at some point. This is the Daily Roundup on Engadget, a quick peek back at the top headlines for the past 24 hours -- all handpicked by the editors here at the site. Click on through the break, and enjoy.

Netflix, Hulu, YouTube and other services will be open to all on Xbox One, Xbox 360

Today, Microsoft announced that Xbox One and Xbox 360 owners will no longer need a paid Xbox Live membership to access Netflix, Hulu and the like. So, say goodbye to that extra $5 per month it took to enjoy your existing subscriptions.

Motorola launches the $129 Moto E, a durable and affordable Android smartphone

If there's one thing Motorola knows how to do, it's how to get the best from mediocre components. The company's new Moto E is durable, water-resistant and has only slightly weaker specs than the Moto G. And the best part is that it costs just $129.

Hollywood, Amazon and your local realtor are fighting to legalize drones

Commercialized drones? Well, it's a complicated issue, mostly due to concerns of privacy and a sudden boom of low-flying objects. Despite the opposition, however, 68 groups are fighting to legalize the use of unmanned aircraft to shoot movies, dust crops and much, much more.

The Boyfriend Log merges data obsession with your love life

Does your love life often present more questions than answers? If so, The Boyfriend Log is here to help. By frequently measuring your happiness, the app aims to provide some clarity in a sometimes utterly emotional fog.

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Engadget Daily: the Moto E, Xbox Live tears down app paywall, and more!

You might say the day is never really done in consumer technology news. Your workday, however, hopefully draws to a close at some point. This is the Daily Roundup on Engadget, a quick peek back at the top headlines for the past 24 hours -- all handpicked by the editors here at the site. Click on through the break, and enjoy.

Netflix, Hulu, YouTube and other services will be open to all on Xbox One, Xbox 360

Today, Microsoft announced that Xbox One and Xbox 360 owners will no longer need a paid Xbox Live membership to access Netflix, Hulu and the like. So, say goodbye to that extra $5 per month it took to enjoy your existing subscriptions.

Motorola launches the $129 Moto E, a durable and affordable Android smartphone

If there's one thing Motorola knows how to do, it's how to get the best from mediocre components. The company's new Moto E is durable, water-resistant and has only slightly weaker specs than the Moto G. And the best part is that it costs just $129.

Hollywood, Amazon and your local realtor are fighting to legalize drones

Commercialized drones? Well, it's a complicated issue, mostly due to concerns of privacy and a sudden boom of low-flying objects. Despite the opposition, however, 68 groups are fighting to legalize the use of unmanned aircraft to shoot movies, dust crops and much, much more.

The Boyfriend Log merges data obsession with your love life

Does your love life often present more questions than answers? If so, The Boyfriend Log is here to help. By frequently measuring your happiness, the app aims to provide some clarity in a sometimes utterly emotional fog.

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Engadget Daily: the Moto E, Xbox Live tears down app paywall, and more!

It seems treated HD news from the sky like raindrops are drums, big, fat, HD and we have all this week sequence. Richard and Ben have some time with Amazon's fire TV and now where they've got behind the unskippable tutorial video, they are willing to share their opinions. Richard took some time to do some Comcast and Time Warner Cable hearing on C-span in all standard-definition glory and Ben's only restore to learn, there is yet another LEGO video game , he must cope with not yet the last time... it is even finished. This week Engadget HD podcast is, is full of information, so links settle in the head to streaming down, to catch the map

Hosts: Richard Lawler, Ben Drawbaugh

Producer: Jon Turi

Listen to the podcast:

07:06 - Amazon launches fire TV, an Android-powered streaming and gaming set-top-box for $99
14:47 — Amazon's fire TV promises a premium set-top experience
20:18 - YouTube, Netflix, Hulu plus, WatchESPN, plex and more services to launch on Amazon fire TV
26:47 - Amazon fire TV review: set up, trying to do everything,
35 - AllCast Android app brings screen mirroring on Amazon fire TV
53 Amazon claims that it flows more instant video Hulu as Apple
38:37 - Comcast and Time Warner Cable about why their merger is a good thing
38:59 - Comcast merger makes bigger, but not better or cheaper large cable
48:32 - to simplify Google supposedly looking to home entertainment with Android TV
51:11 - streaming Netflix 4 K with House of cards begins
51:55 - YouTube live streaming it goes, the Chromecast
52 Watch the first episode of HBO Silicon Valley on YouTube
53 - Viewer to see red premiere HBO server crashes off like game of Thrones
58: 04 - an independent developer brings a plex Xbox client
01:04:07 - TiVo co-founder new Qplay Web video service
01:05:50 - all screens welcome: sport is now easier than ever
01:10:39 - Dolby vision for the living room provides ample audio options
01:12:39 - need to see HDTV for the week of April 8
01:19:45 - introduction of Engadget UK Edition

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