Month: May 2020

Ex-Apple designer targets HomePod with Syng ‘Cell’ speaker startup

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A former Apple designer, as well as ex-Apple employees, have formed the start-up Syng, with their ‘Cell’ speaker aiming to take on the HomePod and other smart speakers with its own superior computational audio processing.   A key element of the HomePod is its adaptive audio, which is able to create an optimal audio experience for the user, … Continue reading Ex-Apple designer targets HomePod with Syng ‘Cell’ speaker startup Continue Reading →

Apple Watch’s healthcare run can go on for miles

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The Apple Watch’s path into healthcare is a different route from its original fashion focus, but the pivot has led to the prospect of future designs loaded with even more fitness-related features   The Apple Watch has received praise for helping many people take more care of themselves, as well as potentially saving lives in the process. … Continue reading Apple Watch’s healthcare run can go on for miles Continue Reading →

Apple iOS app updates are being re-issued for unknown reasons

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Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge If your iPhone or iPad has dozens of apps needing unexpected updates, don’t worry: you’re not alone. For some reason, Apple appears to be reissuing recently-published app updates, resulting in users having to reinstall the latest version of some apps. Among the Verge team, the number of unexpected updates … Continue reading Apple iOS app updates are being re-issued for unknown reasons Continue Reading →

Startups Weekly: SoftBank portfolio results show which tech sectors are still thriving

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Investors surveyed on enterprise software, cannabis Pandemic or no, enterprise investors will not stop being bullish, thank you very much. Resident enterprise reporter Ron Miller caught up with top investors in the space in the space for the first of a series on the cloud that he has coming. Here’s a money quote from the Extra Crunch article, … Continue reading Startups Weekly: SoftBank portfolio results show which tech sectors are still thriving Continue Reading →

Entire ‘iPhone 12’ & ‘iPhone 12 Pro’ lineup specs detailed

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A prolific leaker has revealed pricing, specs, and camera information spanning the entire 2020 “iPhone 12” and “iPhone 12 Pro” lineup expected in the fall.   Rumors about the fall 2020 iPhone refresh have pointed to Apple offering up to four models, spread across standard “iPhone 12” and higher-level “iPhone 12 Pro” tiers, with differing display … Continue reading Entire ‘iPhone 12’ & ‘iPhone 12 Pro’ lineup specs detailed Continue Reading →

‘Apple Glass’ details leaked, will cost $499 and work with prescriptions

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A prolific leaker has detailed Apple’s forthcoming augmented reality glasses, and says that Apple will call them “Apple Glass”   Prolific leaker Jon Prosser has released a video discussing Apple’s long-rumored augmented reality smart glasses. In it, he predicts that all data processing is said to happen on a wirelessly connected iPhone, similar to how the Apple Watch communicates. The “Apple … Continue reading ‘Apple Glass’ details leaked, will cost $499 and work with prescriptions Continue Reading →

Original Content podcast: The new ‘Kimmy Schmidt’ special is pointlessly interactive

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In many ways, Netflix’s  new “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” special “Kimmy vs. the Reverend” is a delight. For fans of the show, it’s a chance to catch up with Kimmy (Ellie Kemper), Titus (Titus Burgess) and all their other friends/nemeses on the eve of Kimmy’s wedding to Prince Frederick (Daniel Radcliffe). Creators Robert Carlock and Tina Fey (along … Continue reading Original Content podcast: The new ‘Kimmy Schmidt’ special is pointlessly interactive Continue Reading →

Review: STM Goods’ ChargeTree is a compact way to charge all your gear

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The new ChargeTree multi-device wireless charging stand from STM Goods lets you power up your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch while only taking up a tiny footprint.   Multi-device wireless chargers are prevalent these days. Nearly every company that creates a solo wireless charging pad has its own multi-device alternative. Most of these follow a … Continue reading Review: STM Goods’ ChargeTree is a compact way to charge all your gear Continue Reading →

Historical 900 Park Avenue, Falls Church: For Sale

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Listed by Glass House Real Estate, this remarkable home was built in 1891 and, according to county records, was the first home built in the Sherwood subdivision. Judge and Mrs. Philip Brophy owned the home in 1950 and kept a complete record of the home’s owners from 1891 until the couple purchased the property in 1950. As stated … Continue reading Historical 900 Park Avenue, Falls Church: For Sale Continue Reading →

Wilson ASA enters into agreement with Arkon Shipping to strengthen European presence

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As part of the necessary consolidation of the European Short Sea shipping market, Wilson ASA and Arkon Shipping GmbH & Co. KG has signed an agreement making the combined systems the largest short sea player in Europe. Wilson will take about 20 dry bulk carriers on a long-term lease from Arkons’ represented coaster fleet, including … Continue reading Wilson ASA enters into agreement with Arkon Shipping to strengthen European presence Continue Reading →