IT&Software
Apple's HomePod Cranks Up the Price
It might be a year or two late, but it isn't a dollar short. It would mark an effort by Apple to catch up with Amazon and Google . Apple's is unveiling new features at its annual conference for software programmers on Monday. It will have a bump in megahertz. Apple is also bringing the ability to send money to friends or other people through its payment service, Apple Pay. [Full Article...]
Google to teach school kids about online safety, etiquette
The Web giant on Tuesday introduced Be Internet Awesome , a site that teaches kids "the fundamentals of digital citizenship and safety" like being careful about what they share online, how to spot scams and protect their privacy, and the importance of being respectful of others on the Web. [Full Article...]
New iPhone feature to block texts while driving
In the new operating system, it'll be 64-bit-or-nothing - Apple is also removing 32-bit app compatibility from the entire OS stack. The new iOS iteration also promises a variety of new features for existing iPhone models. The lock screen now offers a unified view of notifications. Based on yesterday's keynote, and it looks like they finally did. Third-party developers like Shazam and Nike ... [Full Article...]
Pokken Tournament DX Announced For The Nintendo Switch
We also know that a new 2DS XL is releasing later this year , and I'd wager that the combination of new handhelds plus new Pokemon will be a great boon for Nintendo's sales. The rumours were swirling about Pokemon Stars , the mainline RPG series that would make its console debut on Switch , but Nintendo revealed something much different during its Direct overnight. [Full Article...]
WWDC 2017: Apple presents iOS 11 with an AR Kit for Developers
Siri is no longer just a programmable voice assistant you give commands and do stuffs for you. "Apple took out a series of patents more than three years ago created to address the issue of driver safety, so while this new feature has been rather a long time coming it's a positive step that the majority of drivers with an iOS device will be able to benefit from it by the autumn". [Full Article...]
IPad Pro 10.5-inch Hands-on: Closing the Surface gap
Along with the specifications above, Apple will also bring many new features to the iMac line with its Pro model like a 1080p FaceTime camera, UHS-II SDXC card slot, four Thunderbolt 3 ports, a VESA mounting option, and more. The new Files app however, which I briefly mentioned earlier, is perhaps the most interesting iOS 11 feature because it gives users access to the iPad's file system for the... [Full Article...]
Apple's New HomePod Looks Fine as Hell
It unveiled HomePod , a new 7-inch tall speaker for playing music , checking the news and controlling other connected devices in the home. Apple also claims HomePod and Siri can handle more advanced queries, like "Hey Siri, who's the drummer in this?" Chief among these new skills are new translation capabilities, more natural-sounding vocal tones and proactive "Siri Intelligence" that'll aim... [Full Article...]
Hands-on with the new macOS on a Macbook Pro 13-inch model
That's a full 43% brighter than the last generation and whole lot more colorful. Apple also promised performance of up to 22 teraflops. The step-up 21.5-inch model, meanwhile, will feature Radeon Pro 555 or 560 graphics and standard fusion drives. [Full Article...]