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Five creative ways to upgrade your rental apartment without making permanent changes, including painting, custom shelving, rugs, lighting, and statement pieces. via GQ.

Google has launched Google Domains, a new domain registration service currently in beta.

Harley-Davidson unveiled Project LiveWire, its first electric motorcycle, in New York City, offering test rides and seeking rider feedback. via The Verge

Mashable and Hootsuite are hosting a discussion about global social media platforms beyond Facebook and Twitter, featuring users of platforms like WeChat, Sina Weibo, VK, Xing, ask.fm, and Viadeo.

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Soundhawk's smart listening system is a $299 earpiece that connects to smartphones and allows users to selectively enhance sounds in their environment. via The Verge.

Test filing reveals that the Moto 360 smartwatch will support wireless charging using the Qi protocol. via The Verge

This analysis of two surveys of UK internet users explores how often users click on Google ads and breaks down the results by age and gender. via The source of this content is Econsultancy.

This comprehensive guide introduces Google Analytics basics, including key terms, navigation, standard reports, and more. via Social Media Examiner.

Research suggests emoji evoke similar neural responses to real faces and can enhance emotional expression in text-based conversations. via Mashable.

This review explores the Jawbone UP24 wristband fitness tracker, evaluating its comfort, features, and data accessibility for tracking sleep and activity. via FlowingData.

Resource Interactive, an agency known for quickly adopting new tech, is learning to slow down as clients often prefer sticking to established platforms.

Google tops LinkedIn's 2014 list of most desirable employers in North America, followed by other tech giants like Apple. via Mashable