Mar 07
The incredibly popular Beats Music opened up its API to developers this morning. This means programmers can now create apps for any platform using Beats Music’s catalog to play tracks — and also take advantage of the service’s unique model.
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Feb 27
Today Google has made clear their intent on joining the Global Alliance for Genomics and Health, a worldwide organization dedicated to standards, policies, and technology for the greater good of … Continue reading
Jan 29
No company or web service is probably as painfully aware of the need to keep data safe and private than the likes of Facebook, who holds a virtual copy of … Continue reading
Jan 17
Google Android fitness API spotted
Posted in: Today's ChiliOne of the fastest growing segments in the technology and gadget realm is the wearable fitness device. Wearables include devices like smartwatches, glasses, and even smart clothing. To help make … Continue reading
Nov 18
Google Allegedly Working On New Android Camera API, Supports RAW Image Output
Posted in: Today's Chili
It has been brought to our attention that the good people over at Android are possibly developing a totally new Android camera application programming interface (API). This API is touted to deliver support for uncompressed RAW image output, not to mention a slew of additional features that will definitely come in handy such as face detection. These details hail from a commit that was dated October 11th, where it was directed to keep the new API away, unleashing it only after Android 4.4 KitKat rolls out to the masses. (more…)
Google Allegedly Working On New Android Camera API, Supports RAW Image Output original content from Ubergizmo. 
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Nov 14
Watson was always going to be more than just a successful game show contestant
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Sep 26
Back in July Dish Network announced plans to open its Hopper DVR platform to mobile app developers, and today at CEDIA we saw the results of that initiative. Thanks to SDK access that can mirror the functionality of Dish’s own Explorer iPad app, home automation systems like Control4 can now directly access the DVRs. That means users with those systems (or others, we saw demos of integration with a few other systems although they haven’t been officially announced yet) can control their DVR with the same controls used to adjust their lighting, security and other services. So far, access is limited to simple remote control commands over IP while everything gets certified and secured, but eventually it will include full two-way communication, including guide data and more.
While that’s enough to make anyone who orders or builds custom systems drool, what could it mean for the rest of us? We’ll have to wait and see, but if Control4 can build in access, we can certainly imagine what the Xbox One, Google TV, Samsung’s Smart TV or any other rumored devices (*cough*) might be able to offer. We’ll probably have to wait until CES to hear more on that front, but we did get a quick preview of a feature in testing that’s coming to all Hopper DVRs: HDMI-CEC control. The ability to send and receive commands is something we’ve wanted on cable / satellite set-top boxes for some time, and Dish Network may well be the first to make it happen.
Filed under: Home Entertainment, HD
Sep 25
Despite its internet connection, Nest’s Learning Thermostat has been a closed device so far — you’ve had to rely on Nest for new features and software. The company is opening up its platform with the announcement of a developer program. Programmers will soon get to build web apps that link the thermostat to other devices and services, such as home automation equipment. Nest won’t start the program until early 2014, but it’s already partnering with Control4; eventually, all of Control4’s apps and remotes will commandeer Nest hardware. If you’re interested in growing the ecosystem, you’ll find more details at the source link.
Filed under: Household
Source: Nest
Sep 19
Amazon’s GameCircle framework has just gone cross-platform — as of today, iOS developers can integrate the cloud service into their apps. The iOS programming interface mirrors its Android counterpart’s ability to sync achievements, leader boards and saved games across devices, even if the player switches operating systems. Developers can also post any achievements and scores to Apple’s Game Center. The tools are free to use, so those who want to build GameCircle into their next iPhone title just need to visit the source link to get started.
Filed under: Cellphones, Gaming, Tablets, Mobile, Amazon
Source: Amazon
Sep 19
Jawbone Opens UP API To Developers
Posted in: Today's Chili
The Jawbone UP launched just last year to allow its users to be able to track what they do on a daily basis, although if you’re the type of person who sits on the couch all day long, it might be a waste to own one. But that’s besides the point as today, Jawbone is announcing they have released an API for its UP that will allow developers to create applications that help owners of the device make the most out of their purchase. (more…)
Jawbone Opens UP API To Developers original content from Ubergizmo. 
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