Jul 09
If you’re going to make a Universal Monsters movie, why not get a director who’s already a proven success in the genre? According to Deadline, that’s exactly what’s about to happen.
Jul 09
While it might be technically easier to build a phone with two screens compared to having a single large foldable display, designing the user experience to support that form factor is actually harder. Unlike normal desktop operating systems, Android just wasn’t designed to span two screens, forcing LG to resort to tricks to make its Dual Screen case work. Microsoft … Continue reading
Jul 09
Despite their loyalty, iPhone users have been complaining for years about the battery size and battery life of their favorite mobile device. iPhones have indeed become larger and iOS has become more battery-conscious, imposing strict restrictions on apps that can drain the battery in the background. Unfortunately, that may not apply to Apple’s own apps as several users are now … Continue reading
Jul 09
Wink can’t put off launching its subscription program any longer. The smart home company has announced that it will start charging customers $5 a month on July 27th, which means users who refuse to get on board will soon have to make do with limited…
Jul 09
Last year Chevrolet unveiled its long-anticipated mid-engine Corvette Stingray, which came packed with technology like wireless phone charging, NFC, support for over-the-air updates and a 1080p Performance Data Recorder. Delays and the coronavirus pa…
Jul 09
Trump's Plague Rally 'More Than Likely' Boosted Coronavirus Surge, Top Tulsa Health Official Says
Posted in: Today's ChiliThat Donald Trump rally inside Tulsa’s BOK Center on June 20 has now resulted in precisely what the president and his re-election campaign were repeatedly warned about, according to Tulsa County’s top health official: a coronavirus spike in the city.
Jul 09
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Google Maps is great for showing you which roads to take, which paths to walk on, which trains to catch, and now it looks like it might even show you where the traffic lights are. According to a recent discovery shared on Droid-Life, it appears that Google is testing out including traffic light indicators on Google Maps.
This will come incredibly handy while you are driving, especially if you’re trying to find the fastest route possible and want to avoid as many traffic lights as possible. However, the current implementation of the feature does make it a bit difficult to see as it is incredibly small, but according to the reader who sent the screenshots to Droid-Life, they claim that the icons do grow in size a bit during navigation, presumably as the user is reaching the light.
We imagine that it could also come in handy for self-driving cars that might rely on data from Google Maps, where if they know that there is a light along the route they are driving on, they can then prepare to slow down or stop. Google is actually not the first to implement such a feature. Apple had previously introduced a similar feature to Apple Maps back in iOS 13, so it’s nice to see Google play catchup for once when it comes to mapping applications.
It is unclear when the feature will be rolled out to users, but like we said, it does seem to have the potential to be rather useful and we can’t wait to see it released to the masses.
Google Maps Could Soon Come With Traffic Light Indicators
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Jul 09
iPhone 12’s Leaked ‘Thinner, Exquisite’ Packaging Confirms The Lack Of Accessories
Posted in: Today's ChiliIf the rumors are to be believed, Apple will make a rather controversial choice this year in which they will not be bundling earphones or a power adapter with the iPhone 12. In fact, a recent rumor claimed that Apple will modify the existing packaging of the iPhone 12 to make it “thinner” and more “exquisite”.
Whether or not those rumors are true remains to be seen, but now an image posted onto Concepts iPhone has revealed what is allegedly the packaging insert for the iPhone 12. As you can see in the render above, this insert has cutouts where the coiled Lightning to USB-C cable will go, as well as a cutout for presumably the iPhone booklet and stickers, while the iPhone itself rests on top of it.
While the page is called Concepts iPhone, suggesting that these are merely concepts, it alleges that this design is accurate and comes from a “really reliable source”. While we are a bit skeptical, it does seem to corroborate the rumors we’ve been hearing, although whether it was created in response to the rumors is unclear.
While we can appreciate Apple looking out for the environment by creating less electronics than necessary, we highly doubt that the removal of these accessories will result in drastically cheaper iPhones. In fact, we imagine that most customers might end up feeling cheated, especially if it means they’ll need to source for a USB-C power adapter of their own.
iPhone 12’s Leaked ‘Thinner, Exquisite’ Packaging Confirms The Lack Of Accessories
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Jul 09
Vending machines are pretty straightforward in terms of their use. You put money into the coin/note slot, press the item you want, get your item, and you’re good to go. However, over in Japan, it seems that some vending machines are taking things to a new level by introducing facial recognition systems.
As reported by SoraNews24, it seems that beverage maker DyDo are installing facial recognition systems in their machines. These machines are made in collaboration with NEC which uses NEC’s Bio-IDion facial recognition systems. The idea is that by scanning your face, you can make payments without actually having to use cash.
Customers will be required to register an account by submitting a photo and linking a credit card, so when the machine recognizes your face, it will automatically charge your card with your purchase. This will come in handy if you don’t have any cash on you and want a potentially faster way to pay. It should be noted that some vending machines in Japan already offer alternative payment methods like using train passes, so this would not necessarily be the first contactless option.
That being said, we have to wonder about the privacy implications of using facial recognition. Cash offers a degree of anonymity, but using your face could lead to tracking, especially if they know which machines you are visiting. The new vending machines will initially be part of a 3-month trial where they’ll be limited to DyDo and NEC’s offices and factories, before being pushed out to the public assuming the trials go well.
Japanese Vending Machines Now Come With Facial Recognition Features
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Jul 09
When Apple announced their transition from Intel processors on their computers to a custom ARM-based silicon, naturally there are some questions regarding compatibility. This was mostly software related, but what about hardware? For those who might have been concerned about Thunderbolt, it seems that Apple will continue to use the standard in future devices.
In a statement made to The Verge, an Apple spokesperson was quoted as saying, “Over a decade ago, Apple partnered with Intel to design and develop Thunderbolt, and today our customers enjoy the speed and flexibility it brings to every Mac. We remain committed to the future of Thunderbolt and will support it in Macs with Apple silicon.”
As to why some were worried about this, it is because Thunderbolt has yet to be seen or offered on any of Apple’s non-Intel based products. Even the iPad Pro uses USB-C and not Thunderbolt 3, while the ARM-based Developer Transition Kit also comes with USB-C ports and not Thunderbolt 3 ports.
However, the good news is that based on this statement, it seems that Thunderbolt will continue to be supported even on ARM-based Mac computers, which is good news for those who rely on the port to connect devices or to make huge file transfers.
Apple Confirms ARM-Based MacBooks Will Continue To Support Thunderbolt
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