Linggo, Oktubre 25, 2015

Thanks to Wi-Fi Assist, Apple's In a $5 Million Lawsuit

The Wi-Fi Assist feature in iOS 9 was meant to save consumers from shitty Wi-Fi by switching to cell data. Instead, it’s eating through data caps, and now apparently causing lawsuits.

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Sabado, Oktubre 24, 2015

Amazon’s $50 Fire tablet reviewed: Suprisingly, it doesn’t suck

It wasn't all that long ago that, if you wanted a decent tablet, Android or otherwise, you'd have to spend at least £150 (or $199) on something that didn't want to make you tear your own face off in frustration. See the likes of the $99 Maylong M-150 for evidence of just how bad it can get.

But times have changed. These days there are a slew of cheaper tablets out there that do an admirable job for the cash. Asus' ZenPad range, which starts at around £79.99 ($99) isn't bad at all, while Tesco's £99 Hudl 2 often ranks at the top of budget tablet lists thanks to its full HD screen, and child-friendly design.

Specs at a glance: Amazon Fire Tablet
Screen 7-inch, 1024×600
OS Fire OS 5
CPU MediaTek MT8127, quad-core 1.3GHz
RAM 1GB
GPU Mali 450
Storage 8GB plus micro SD expansion
Networking Single-band Wi-Fi
Ports micro USB, headphone jack
Camera 2MP rear camera, VGA selfie camera
Size 191mm length, 115mm width, 10.6mm depth
Weight 313g
Battery 2980mAh
Price £50 / €60 / $50

But Amazon's new Fire tablet is, remarkably, even cheaper than the competition, and sacrifices little despite its low price. At £50 ($50) it's one of the cheapest tablets you can buy from a big-brand manufacturer, and it's perfectly capable and pleasant to use. Oh sure, it's not exactly what you'd call a looker, the low resolution display is merely adequate, and you won't be able to run all of your favourite Android apps without a little work thanks to Fire OS, Amazon's forked version of Android that lacks the Play Store.

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Huwebes, Oktubre 22, 2015

Microsoft Surface Book Review

A brilliant display, superb battery life and 2-in-1 versatility make the Surface Book one of the most exciting laptops yet, but its high price narrows the appeal.

Let’s Talk Jailbreak 130: Don’t go back there

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The inviita iOS App Builds You A City Tour Automagically

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Miyerkules, Oktubre 21, 2015

Watch an Idea Spread Through This Ant Colony

A colony of ants can teach us something about how an idea spreads through social networks.

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As Promised, Nike Finally Reveals BTTF II Air Mag Sneakers With Power Laces

Back in 2011, the Nike Air Mag , the shoes that Marty McFly wore in Back to the Future II, were released to a ravenous fan base. There was only one problem, unlike the shoes seen in the movie, Nike’s Air Mags didn’t have power laces. Nike promised they would come 2015, and today the company delivered.

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Biyernes, Oktubre 16, 2015

This Rifle Doesn't Need Bullets to Shoot Down Drones

Hunting quadrotors with #8 buckshot might be a valid pasttime for some people, but the US Army is looking for a little more refinement.

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