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Is this the iPhone 5S's Camera?

Apparently, the image you see could possibly be the new camera for the iPhone 5S according to Luna Commerce. There really is no other information given to us, so we can only make assumptions about the camera's megapixels or the aperture on the lens. As Phoblographer states, "The photos show that it is a one inch by one inch unit for the most part with the rest of the electronics taking up basically as much space as the camera itself." This only has us asking more questions about the upcoming iPhone features, and hopefully we can expect an upgrade from the current iPhone 5 camera. You can click below for other views of the camera.

[via Phoblographer]

by Bobby Reys

[RH Contest] Win a pair of tickets to Closed Sessions Live feat. Evidence

On August 24th, Closed Sessions Live will be returning to Schubas. Headlining the show is Evidence (Dilated Peoples), with support from Giftz and theWHOevers and DJ Rude One and DJ RTC spinning. The show's shaping up to be a good one just in time for those going back to school. To commemorate the event, we've teamed up with Closed Sessions to give away a pair of tickets to the show. All you have to do is tweet Ruby Hornet your favorite Evidence (or Dilated Peoples) song! Winners will be announced on August 8th.

by Geoff Henao

[Trailer] Breaking Bad Countdown Mashup

http://youtu.be/JL9H-3p5HWM

All bad things must come to an end. Unfortunately, that means one of the best TV series ever is set to conclude this year. AMC's Breaking Bad, arguably the most captivating TV series to have debuted in the past five years, will air its final eight episodes starting August 11th. To prepare for the final batch (get it?) of episodes, AMC debuted a countdown trailer that showcases some of the most important and memorable moments from the series' already legendary run.

The office has been re-watching Season 5 to prepare ourselves for the final few episodes, and I have to say, Walter White has to be one of the greatest TV characters to ever be created. If you haven't begun watching Breaking Bad or you haven't begun your marathon recap session leading up to the final season, this video will bring you back up to speed. Long live the king.

by Geoff Henao

[Trailer] The Walking Dead Season 4

http://youtu.be/FSi2fJALDyQ

The Walking Dead will be entering its fourth season this October, but the cast and crew revealed the first trailer for the upcoming season this past weekend at San Diego Comic Con. Everything's shaping up towards heightened stakes in the next season. With the ongoing comic series past 112 issues, it'll be interesting to see how the show continues to deviate from the story... or close in on similar situations. One thing's for sure: The Walking Dead's popularity won't cease for a long time coming.

by Geoff Henao

AT&T allows annual phone upgrades... with a catch

Technological advances happen so much that we've become used, for better or worse, to a constant stream of new laptops, tablets, smart phones, etc. every year. AT&T is doing their small part to ensure consumers can continue to be happy... while spending more and more money on yearly device upgrades. Starting on July 26th, both new and existing AT&T customers can enroll in a new subscription plan that will allow them to pick up a new phone or tablet with no down payment.

However, monthly payments will be made to recoup the initial down payment cost. After 12 payments, the user can continue using the device, or they can opt to trade it in for another unit. If the customer decides to keep the unit, the monthly payments will end after 20 payments. So, for example, if you want one of the new iPhone 5S phones coming out this fall, but can't cover the cost of the phone, you can enroll in the new subscription plan to pay it as you go over the next year.

Of course, it seems as if the overall cost of the plan will be more expensive than simply paying for it up-front. However, it seems like the perfect plan for techies and those who just have to have the latest and greatest in cell phone trends.

[via IGN]

by Geoff Henao

Celebrate the App Store's 5th birthday with free games and apps

With Apple's App Store approaching its 5th birthday, both Apple and some of the App Store developers have made their apps and games available for free. Apple is featuring five top-rated games and apps to commemorate its anniversary for iOS-based devices (iPhone, iPad), including the games Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP, Infinity Blade II, Tiny Wings, BADLAND, and Where's My Water? and apps Barefoot World Atlas, Day One (Journal/Diary), How to Cook Everything, Over, and Traktor DJ for iPhone. A large number of other developers have also made their apps and games free, as well.

Techtola has a small number of the games and apps available for free, with updates to follow as they're discovered. I personally recommend Tiny Wings, Sword & Sworcery, and Infinity Blade II. Happy birthday, App Store!

[via Techtola]

by Geoff Henao

Facebook rolling out Graph Search today

The next step in Facebook's evolution will be introduced today as the social network will begin rolling out its new "Graph Search" feature for US-based accounts. Backed by Microsoft's Bing search engine, Graph Search is touted as being a much faster and more intricate search option for the site. Users can, for example, search "Photos of friends from July 2013," then the results will show a grid of the user's friends' photos tagged in July 2013. Search results will also include normal Bing results, giving the social network an actual search engine for users to utilize.

Of course, with such a powerful search engine comes some privacy concerns. As such, users will be reminded to update their privacy settings to ensure everything they want to keep hidden will, in fact, continue to be kept hidden. Graph Search will be rolling out for Facebook's web browsers with a mobile update sure to follow in the near future. However, do you think the new feature will be enough to keep existing Facebook users interested?

[via ABC News]

by Geoff Henao

[Event] Closed Sessions Live: A Tribute to Independence

This weekend, our homies at Closed Sessions have teamed up with 1833 Presents for a 2-day event, collectively known as "Closed Sessions Live: A Tribute to Independence." Day 1 on this upcoming Saturday, "Closed Sessions Live - On Our Radar," features Saba, Joey Purp, Lili K, Chandler London, The Palmer Squares, and some unannounced special guests. Day 2 on Sunday features Phony Ppl, Vic Mensa, Alex Wiley, and The O'Mys. Both shows will be taking place at Schuba's at 3159 N. Southport Ave. Discounted 2-day passes are still on sale, so be sure to visit the 1833 Presents page to cop some. I can guarantee that you won't find a better way to celebrate America this weekend.