If you’re reading this, someone you know watches a crime show on CBS. You might not be aware that person watches the show, but numbers don’t lie. Shows like NCIS, CSI, Criminal Minds, FBI, SWAT, Blue Bloods, and others have been a gold mine for the network and now its latest one is getting a little more bloody.
Apple is expanding access to its web-based diagnostic tool. The software (officially called “Apple Diagnostics for Self Service Repair”) is now available in 32 European countries, including the UK, Germany, France and the Netherlands. They join the US, where the tool arrived in December.
As Apple describes it, the software “gives users the same ability as Apple Authorized Service Providers and Independent Repair Providers to test products for optimal parts functionality and performance.” It currently supports iPhone, Mac and Studio Display.
The tool can scan the device for display, camera, Face ID, software integration and audio output issues and tell you which parts may need repair. This is part of Apple’s recent push to be friendlier to self-servicing, likely to try to head off regulations.
The only catch is the diagnostics require a second Apple device. Both products need to be running iOS 17 or later or macOS Sonoma 14.1 or later. Beta software is a no-go. (Sorry, iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia early adopters.)
After initiating the process at this website from the second device, the tested one will be put into Diagnostics mode, and you can follow the prompts from there.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apples-self-repair-diagnostics-tool-expands-to-europe-202453216.html?src=rss
Apple is expanding access to its web-based diagnostic tool. The software (officially called “Apple Diagnostics for Self Service Repair”) is now available in 32 European countries, including the UK, Germany, France and the Netherlands. They join the US, where the tool arrived in December.
As Apple describes it, the software “gives users the same ability as Apple Authorized Service Providers and Independent Repair Providers to test products for optimal parts functionality and performance.” It currently supports iPhone, Mac and Studio Display.
The tool can scan the device for display, camera, Face ID, software integration and audio output issues and tell you which parts may need repair. This is part of Apple’s recent push to be friendlier to self-servicing, likely to try to head off regulations.
The only catch is the diagnostics require a second Apple device. Both products need to be running iOS 17 or later or macOS Sonoma 14.1 or later. Beta software is a no-go. (Sorry, iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia early adopters.)
After initiating the process at this website from the second device, the tested one will be put into Diagnostics mode, and you can follow the prompts from there.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apples-self-repair-diagnostics-tool-expands-to-europe-202453216.html?src=rss
Toyota has unveiled a high-performance SUV concept featuring 3D-printed components, marking a shift in manufacturing practices.
This concept, based on the Toyota Fortuner and developed by Toyota Customizing & Development (TCD) Asia’s motorsport division, incorporates innovative materials such as 3D-printed parts and Tafnex, a unidirectional carbon fiber-reinforced polypropylene resin sheet.
The SUV’s front bumper and hood vents are adorned with Tafnex, while direct pellet-fed 3D-printed parts enhance the hood air duct bezels. These materials, developed in collaboration with Japanese firms Mitsui Chemicals and ARRK Corporation, reduce the vehicle’s weight and improve performance. The Hyper-F Concept SUV also features four sport seats, offering a unique user experience compared to traditional two-seater models.
TCD Asia leveraged advanced 3D printing technologies from Mitsui Chemicals and its partners, including the high-speed EXF-12 3D printer from ExtraBold Inc.
This direct pellet-fed 3D printing method uses plastic pellets to form structures, providing benefits over traditional 3D printing by increasing plastic discharge stability and enabling the rapid creation of large parts.
This moldless technique reduces development lead times and initial investment costs, ideal for high-mix, low-volume production. Additionally, it supports sustainable manufacturing by allowing 3D-printed items to be recycled into pellets for future use.
Tafnex, created by Mitsui Chemicals, is a lightweight, rigid, and moldable tape with customizable features, suitable for various applications including automobiles and drones. It can reinforce injected or pressed molded parts and be processed into tubes or laminated sheets. Its non-water absorbing properties maintain high bending strength underwater and in high-temperature environments.
These advanced materials and the Hyper-F Concept SUV will be showcased at the Bangsaen Grand Prix 2024 and the Bangkok Auto Salon 2024, highlighting their potential in automotive design and manufacturing.
Toyota Unveils High-Performance SUV Concept With 3D-Printed Parts
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If you’re reading this, someone you know watches a crime show on CBS. You might not be aware that person watches the show, but numbers don’t lie. Shows like NCIS, CSI, Criminal Minds, FBI, SWAT, Blue Bloods, and others have been a gold mine for the network and now its latest one is getting a little more bloody.
Capcom announced a new remaster of its 2006 zombie smasher Dead Rising. The new update, Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, is currently scheduled for a release this year on “the newest generation of platforms.” We can assume that means at least the PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X/S, though it may hit previous-gen consoles as well. Both Frank West and the Willamette Parkview Mall are looking great (although Frank seems to have a different voice in this version). This project looks like a big rebuild with completely redone assets, but we don’t have any confirmation yet about the extent of the possible changes afoot. Check out the teaser above to see the differences.
This is the second time Capcom has overhauled the look of this fan-favorite title. It received an HD remaster in 2016 that marked the original’s ten-year anniversary, with updates that brought Dead Rising, Dead Rising 2, and Dead Rising 2: Off the Record into the modern era to run at 1080p and 60 fps. But gaming hardware has made even more leaps forward since then, so the Deluxe Remaster could up the ante to 4K, or possibly add in some HDR so that those blood splatters look extra vivid. After all, Frank’s a photographer. Gotta go for the best image quality.
It’s been a quiet couple years from the Dead Rising team. After releasing DLC for Dead Rising 4, the only other big news was that Capcom had closed down the Capcom Vancouver studio responsible for the franchise. After weathering the layoffs that have been plaguing so much of the games business, it’s heartening to see some care still being given to this goofy, campy series.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/dead-rising-is-back-with-a-new-deluxe-remaster-210535941.html?src=rss
If you’re reading this, someone you know watches a crime show on CBS. You might not be aware that person watches the show, but numbers don’t lie. Shows like NCIS, CSI, Criminal Minds, FBI, SWAT, Blue Bloods, and others have been a gold mine for the network and now its latest one is getting a little more bloody.
Microsoft leadership has been putting a lot of weight on Game Pass, and several of its business decisions of late appear to center on getting more people into that subscription service. One of those projects was called Keystone, a dedicated streaming device that would let Game Pass customers play Xbox titles without an Xbox console. After first announcing the concept in 2021, the project was eventually deemed too expensive. That team instead shifted focus to a smart TV streaming app, leaving Keystone to disappear into the void. Today, Windows Central uncovered a patent that showed what the Keystone might have looked like.
This patent filing has more detail than we ever got from the Xbox leadership about the project. The only glimpse we’d seen before now was in a teaser image Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer shared back in 2022. But we can now see that the squat, square device would have had a circle pattern on the top and circular plate on the bottom. It also had the expected cable ports and what looks like a controller pairing button.
Microsoft has made a lot of pitches for new hardware recently, but few of them seem to be sticking the landing. Even the company’s announcement of Xbox hardware refreshes at the latest Summer Games Fest fell short of expectations after a leak had hinted at much bigger plans. Hopefully Xbox can get a big win on the hardware side soon. For now, getting a glimpse of what might have been is neat backstory to have about the company and its development process.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/check-out-what-microsofts-keystone-streaming-device-might-have-been-224031677.html?src=rss
The shimmery towers of cosmic dust and gas at the heart of the Eagle Nebula have inspired awe for decades since they were first captured by the Hubble telescope. Now, NASA released the most detailed visualization of the iconic celestial structure, revealing all of its dreamy features across multiple wavelengths of…
Today, Motorola unveiled its popular Razr flip phones, the Razr 2024 and the Razr Plus 2024. Both models feature larger external displays than last year’s versions, with the Razr’s screen size expanded by 2.5 times compared to the Razr 2023. Despite having almost the same dimensions and leather finish, they come in different colors and offer distinct features. The Razr is priced at $699.99, while the Razr Plus costs $999.99. Preorders begin on July 10th, and sales start on July 24th.
Razr 2024, from left to right: Koala Grey, Beach Sand, and Spritz Orange.
When opened, the Razr Plus measures 171.42 mm, slightly taller and 0.16 mm thinner than the Razr, which measures 171.30 mm. The Razr is also one gram lighter at 188 g. The Razr is available in Koala Grey, Beach Sand, and Spritz Orange. For the Razr Plus color options, refer to the Razr Plus article.
Left: Razr 2024 in Spritz orange – Right: Razr Plus 2024 in Pantone of the Year Peach Fuzz
Apart from colors, the main difference lies in the cover screen size: the Razr has a 3.6-inch panel with a 1056×1066 resolution, while the Razr Plus boasts a 4-inch 1272×1080 display. Both feature pOLED LTPO technology, but the Razr’s maximum refresh rate is 90 Hz compared to the Plus’s 165 Hz. The Razr’s peak brightness is 1700 nits, whereas the Razr Plus reaches 3000 nits.
Razr 2024, from left to right: Koala Grey, Beach Sand, and Spritz Orange.
Both phones sport a 6.9-inch pOLED LTPO internal display with a 2640×1080 resolution and 3000 nits peak brightness. The Razr’s maximum refresh rate is 120 Hz, while the Plus achieves 165 Hz.
The Razr and Razr Plus feature an external dual camera and a 32 MP f/2.4 selfie camera. The primary 50 MP f/1.7 shooter is the same on both models. However, the secondary optical systems differ: the Razr retains a 13 MP wide macro camera, while the Plus has a 50 MP telephoto camera with a 2X zoom and an f/2.2 aperture. The Razr captures 4K video at 30 fps, whereas the Razr Plus supports 60 fps in 4K and slow motion.
The Razr is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300X SoC with 8GB of RAM, designed for dual-display support in foldable phones. The Razr Plus features the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 with 12GB of RAM.
Instead of examining the eight Arm-based cores and clock speeds on both processors to determine which one delivers the best performance, we will run the benchmarks on the devices. The results will be published later.
Both devices have a 4200 mAh battery. The Razr supports 30W TurboPower and 15W wireless charging, while the Razr Plus offers 45W wired charging, 15W wireless charging, and 5W reverse charging.
The Motorola Razr 2024 will be available for pre-order at T-Mobile on July 10. Starting July 24, the unlocked device will be available at motorola.com, Amazon, and Best Buy for $699.99. It will also be on sale at T-Mobile, Consumer Cellular, and Xfinity Mobile on July 24, and on July 25 at Cricket, Spectrum Mobile, Straight Talk, Total by Verizon, Visible, Google Fi Wireless, Optimum Mobile, and UScellular. Boost Mobile will begin selling the device later this summer.
Motorola Razr 2024 vs. Motorola Razr Plus 2024
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