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Apple to introduce iPhone app to prevent distracted driving
While Apple hasn't formally announced the update yet, we can get a peek at what's coming from the developer preview release notes. tvOS 11 will contain automatic light and dark appearance switching, home screen sync, right-to-left language support, notification support, and a number of under-the-hood improvements. [Full Article...]
(MSFT) Stake Lowered by ICM Asset Management Inc. WA
The stock declined 0.74% or $0.1 reaching $13.38 on the news. News Corp (NASDAQ:NWSA) has risen 11.28% since June 7, 2016 and is uptrending. It has outperformed by 18.68% the S&P500. Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT ) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, April 27th. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm earned $0.62 earnings per share. [Full Article...]
Microsoft sunsets Skype for TVs, older Windows devices
It's being speculated that Microsoft's Surface Mobile device will come with a built-in mini projector so users will be able to take advantage of the Continuum feature without the need of a dock and a display . This will most likely be the Snapdragon 835. Microsoft is closing the door on Skype for customers who still use devices that run Windows RT and Windows Phone 8 and 8.1, and will permanent... [Full Article...]
IPhones will block texts while driving in new update
However, unlike Amazon Echo and Google Home , Apple is positioning HomePod more as an alternative to connected music-systems from Sonos and Bose. Siri is getting an update in the new software with a new voice. The new iPad Pro is powered by the new A10X processor paired with a 6-core CPU and 12-core GPU and also comes with fast-charging and fast USB 3 transfers. [Full Article...]
Apple launches Homepod, takes aim at Amazon's Echo
Google sells Home for $130 (roughly Rs. 8,370), promoting the smart speakers with discounts. For example, Apple promises that HomePod will employ Siri voice integration, allowing the device to act as a "home assistant". The Amazon Echo can be picked up for £149, although the smaller, cheaper Echo Dot costs just £49. In contrast, the reviewers have criticized regarding the sound qu... [Full Article...]
Apple's new 10.5-inch iPad Pro replaces the 9.7-inch Pro
RTSO2SHApple introduced the " Do Not Disturb While Driving" feature for the iOS 11. The final hardware showcased in the conference was new iPad and iPad pro . The new ability to drag and drop text, photos and files feels long overdue and works great alongside the tablet's improved multitasking features. As for passengers, they can turn off the feature simply by pressing an "I Am Not Driving"... [Full Article...]
Apple Could Expand iPhone's NFC Capabilities Beyond Apple Pay
Jason Wakeford, spokesman for Brake, the road safety charity, said: "This new feature is to be welcomed and will help drivers stay focused on the road and not their phones". Developers will have until June 2018, so basically a year from now, to make their applications 64-bit and replace their 32-bit apps. The Camera app has been enhanced, with a simple long exposure setting added, and videos and... [Full Article...]
Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) hands-on review
In addition to support for FLAC, Apple is introducing a ton of new features that could kickstart the transformation of iOS from simply a mobile operating system to a legitimate hybrid platform with desktop functionalities. The new Pros also come with significantly improved performance, a common theme among the new devices launched at WWDC this year. A four speakers audio system creates a mor... [Full Article...]