Intel has this week announced it will be discontinuing the range of Intel 10nm CPU Based NUC mini PC systems together with several other 14nm NUCs the form of the NUC8I3CYSM, NUC8I3CYSN, NUC5CPYH, NUC5i3RYHS ,NUC5i3RYHSN, NUC5i5RYHS and NUC5PPYH. Although the Core i3-8121U has not been formally discontinued as yet. Intel has requested that interested parties requiring Crimson … [Read more...] about Intel discontinues 10nm CPU Based NUC mini PC systems
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Arduino Nano 33 BLE core on Mbed OS
If you are interested in learning more about using the Arduino Nano 33 BLE microcontroller, you may be interested in a new article published by Djynet. Guiding you through the Mbed OS on Arduino Nano 33 BLE. The Arduino team explain a little more about the implementation of the Mbed OS: “As many of you may know, Mbed is a fully preemptive RTOS (real-time operating system), … [Read more...] about Arduino Nano 33 BLE core on Mbed OS
BritBox streaming service launched in the UK for £5.99 a month
The latest streaming service to launch in the UK is the new Britbox service from the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5. The service will bring a wide range of content from the above channels and it will cost £5.99 a month and there is a 30 day trial available with the service. The service will include content from the above channels, much of this content is already … [Read more...] about BritBox streaming service launched in the UK for £5.99 a month
Google Cardboard is being made open source
Google has announced that it is making its Google Cardboard open source, the search giant has announced that they launching the Cardboard open source project. They are releasing libraries for developers to allow them to build Cardboard apps for both Android and iOS. Today, we’re releasing the Cardboard open source project to let the developer community continue to build … [Read more...] about Google Cardboard is being made open source
Costco and Instacart testing one-hour prescription deliveries
People on the west coast who need medication quickly might be able to get it delivered in just 60 minutes. This is because Costco and Instacart are testing prescription deliveries in Washington and California. Delivery to homes or offices is free for Costco members for orders over $35 during the pilot, but Instacart adds a five percent tip. The delivery price varies … [Read more...] about Costco and Instacart testing one-hour prescription deliveries
Drone registration and pilot test now mandatory in the UK
Registration of drones over 250g is now mandatory in the United Kingdom and must be completed by 30th November 2019. Failure to do so leaves drone users at risk of penalties up to £1,000. In addition to registration, anyone flying a drone over 250g must also take an online education and test. Registration of a drone costs £9. The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has today … [Read more...] about Drone registration and pilot test now mandatory in the UK
Fossil Hybrid HR smartwatch unveiled
Fossil has announced the launch of its latest smartwatch, the Fossil Hybrid HR which will give you up to two weeks of battery life. The company has not revealed what OS the Fossil Hybrid HR smartwatch uses although it looks like it may be Google's Android Wear OS. The device combines a smartwatch with a standard watch and it is water resistant to 3 ATM, it uses a power … [Read more...] about Fossil Hybrid HR smartwatch unveiled
Stretchable electroluminescent stopwatch display sits like a tattoo on your skin
Unique stretchable electroluminescent stopwatch that sits on the skin like a tattoo has been developed providing an easy way to monitor data from the back of your hand. New research into alternating-current electroluminescent (ACEL) display technology has taken the concept one step closer to reality. While most displays require well over 100VAC to produce sufficient … [Read more...] about Stretchable electroluminescent stopwatch display sits like a tattoo on your skin
Verenitti OS Unix style operating system for gamers, creators and professionals
A new operating system will be launching in a few days time via Kickstarter in the form of Verenitti OS, offering a UNIX-like OS alternative to Windows 10, Linux and Mac OS. The Verenitti OS has been specifically designed for gamers, creators and professionals and will allow you to play AAA games while providing a completely private and secure operating system with complete … [Read more...] about Verenitti OS Unix style operating system for gamers, creators and professionals
Segway electric dirt bikes launching via Indiegogo later this month
Segway will be launching a new crowdfunding campaign via Indiegogo next month for the company’s first electric dirt bikes. The range of Segway electric dirt bikes will be officially launching in the first quarter of 2020 with prices starting from $3,000 for the X160 and $4,500 for the X260. The Indiegogo campaign will start later this month on November 25th, 2019 allowing … [Read more...] about Segway electric dirt bikes launching via Indiegogo later this month
Microsoft Japan Experiments With A 3-Day Weekend
If you’ve ever longed for a 3-day weekend, you’re not alone. In Japan, Microsoft experimented with this idea, where employees were only required to come into work four days a week instead of five, giving them an extra day of rest. It turned out to be a great idea that has some benefits. Based on the results of their experiment, which took place for a month in August, it … [Read more...] about Microsoft Japan Experiments With A 3-Day Weekend
Ecobee eco+ smart thermostat feature rolls out to save you money
Ecobee has announced the rollout of its new Ecobee eco+ feature which takes the form of a free upgrade that supercharges ecobee thermostats for maximum efficiency with minimal effort, and has been created to save money on your bills. eco+ has been in testing for a while, but it's now rolling out to the Ecobee3, Ecobee3 lite, Ecobee4, and Ecobee smart thermostats with voice … [Read more...] about Ecobee eco+ smart thermostat feature rolls out to save you money