Kodi formerly XBMC the free and open-source media player software application developed by the XBMC Foundation, a non-profit technology consortium, has this week released a new update in the form of the Kodi 19.1 Matrix providing a wealth of bug fixes, tweaks and enhancements to the software. Kodi … [Read more...] about Kodi 19.1 Matrix software update brings Xbox support and more
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Samsung memory module unveiled with Compute Express Link
This week Samsung has unveiled its new memory module which incorporates the Compute Express Link (CXL) interconnect standard. Combined with Samsung's Double Data Rate 5 (DDR5) technology, this CXL-based module will enable server systems to significantly scale memory capacity and bandwidth, … [Read more...] about Samsung memory module unveiled with Compute Express Link
3D audio on the PlayStation 5 explained by Housemarque and Capcom
Game developers looking to learn more about 3D audio technology may be interested in a new blog post over on the official PlayStation blog where the develop and teams of Housemarque and Capcom explain more about 3D audio and how it is shaping their games' soundscapes to provide more immersion the … [Read more...] about 3D audio on the PlayStation 5 explained by Housemarque and Capcom
HyperX Predator DDR4 Memory High-Speed additions introduced
This week HyperX has announced the release of three high-speed Predator DDR4 memory kits in 5000MHz, 5133MHz, and 5333MHz frequency versions. The new frequency options will be available as 8GB modules in kits of two and include a black aluminum heat spreader and black PCB. Ultra-fast HyperX Predator … [Read more...] about HyperX Predator DDR4 Memory High-Speed additions introduced
Samsung Exynos 2200 processor headed to laptops as well as smartphones
The new Samsung Exynos 2200 is headed to Samsung's new smartphones and now it would appear that Samsung also has plans to use the processor in its future laptops. The news comes in a report from the Korea Economic Daily which has revealed that Samsung has plans to use this processor in laptops … [Read more...] about Samsung Exynos 2200 processor headed to laptops as well as smartphones
Xsens Manus VR Gloves $4,990
The development teams at Xsens and Manus have joined forces to create a pair of VR gloves with finger tracking for Xsens MVN motion capture applications. The Xsens Gloves are fully integrated into Xsens' MVN software, allowing users to deliver real-time finger data into their existing pipeline. Once … [Read more...] about Xsens Manus VR Gloves $4,990
Google Play will gets new privacy features for App transparency
Google is planning to add more privacy transparency to Apps with Google Play in the future and they have announced that apps will get new privacy labels. Apple recently launched its new App Transparency feature with the launch of iOS 14.5, this lets you know when an app is tracking you. The … [Read more...] about Google Play will gets new privacy features for App transparency
Sennheiser sells consumer electronics division to Sonova
Swiss company Sonova well-known for its medical audio products such as hearing aids has this month purchased the consumer electronics division of Sennheiser. Even though the contract is still subject to regulatory approval, the deal is expected to close sometime in the second half of 2021. … [Read more...] about Sennheiser sells consumer electronics division to Sonova
Google will verify 2FA users and plans to turn on 2FA for everyone
Google has announced that it will start to verify 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication) users on their accounts and they also plan to turn the 2FA feature on for everyone. The Two-Factor Authentication feature is designed to make your account more secure and a good way to reduce hacking attempts on … [Read more...] about Google will verify 2FA users and plans to turn on 2FA for everyone
Arduino Create app for Chrome classrooms now free
The official Arduino development team have this week announced the free download of its Arduino Create app for Chrome classrooms. The team has now made the Arduino Create app free for Chrome as part of the latest Arduino Education update. Arduino Create takes the form of an online platform that lets … [Read more...] about Arduino Create app for Chrome classrooms now free
GuideBand virtual reality guidance concept
Using an Arduino Mega microcontroller together with some custom 3D printer parts and international team of researchers have developed a new concept called GuideBand, taking the form of an arm mounted device that physically guides players within VR. "This device looks a bit like an external fixation … [Read more...] about GuideBand virtual reality guidance concept
Facebook launches Neighborhoods
Facebook is launching a new feature called Neighborhoods, which the company says is designed to strengthen local communities. This is a new dedicated feature and space within the Facebook app, the company says it is designed to help you connect with your neighbors. People have always used … [Read more...] about Facebook launches Neighborhoods
