Adafruit is wasting no time rolling through the beta releases for the upcoming CircuitPython 5.0.0, today announcing the release of beta 5. 5.0.0 is the latest major revision of CircuitPython. It features many improvements and enhancements to displayio, including grayscale OLED and e-paper displays, … [Read more...] about CircuitPython 5.0.0 Beta 5 released
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LG withdrawing from MWC due to coronavirus
Mobile World Congress (MWC) kicks off later this month, and LG has announced that it is withdrawing from the conference and that it will not be exhibiting this year. This decision comes in response to the recent coronavirus outbreak. LG has decided that it would be safer for its employees if they … [Read more...] about LG withdrawing from MWC due to coronavirus
GeForce NOW game streaming service launches for free
NVIDIA has today announced the launch of its GeForce NOW game streaming service making it available for free for one hour sessions or in the form of a Founders bundle for $4.99 a month offering priority access, extended session lengths, RTX ON as well as a free 90 day introductory period. “GeForce … [Read more...] about GeForce NOW game streaming service launches for free
Disney+ streaming service has more than 28 million subscribers
The new Disney+ streaming service launched in the US last year, and it is headed to the UK and some other countries in March. It looks like it has already become incredibly popular. Disney+ now boasts a total of 28.6 million subscribers. This impressive milestone was revealed by the company's CEO, … [Read more...] about Disney+ streaming service has more than 28 million subscribers
SCaLE 18X Linux Expo March 5-8th 2020
Next month SCaLE 18X the 18th annual Southern California Linux Expo will take place running from March 5-8th, 2020 at the Pasadena Convention Center. SCaLE 18X expects to host 150 exhibitors this year, along with nearly 130 sessions, tutorials and special events. SCaLE is the largest community-run … [Read more...] about SCaLE 18X Linux Expo March 5-8th 2020
Rice University created new “flash graphene” process to transform waste into graphene
Scientists at Rice University have created a new process that can convert trash, waste food, plastic and other materials into graphene, hopefully facilitating a “massive reduction of the environmental impact of concrete and other building materials.” A new process introduced by the Rice University … [Read more...] about Rice University created new “flash graphene” process to transform waste into graphene
Samsung’s launches industry first 16GB third gen High Bandwidth Memory 2E
Samsung has announced that it is launching an industry first 16GB third generation High Bandwidth Memory 2E (HBM2E). The new 16GB High Bandwidth Memory 2E is twice the capacity of the previous generation memory and it is designed to be used for high performance computers and AI. “With the … [Read more...] about Samsung’s launches industry first 16GB third gen High Bandwidth Memory 2E
Free Apple Developer accounts rollout to more countries
Via its Developer website, Apple has today announced the rollout of its free Apple Developer accounts to more countries, expanding the lineup to 13 in total. Apple Developer Program membership is available at no cost for eligible organizations. Nonprofit organizations, accredited educational … [Read more...] about Free Apple Developer accounts rollout to more countries
The UK will ban Petrol and diesel new car sales from 2035
The UK government is accelerating its plans to ban the sales of new diesel and petrol cars, moving the deadline forward to 2035 from the previously scheduled 2040. This significant policy shift is part of a broader strategy to reduce the UK's carbon emissions and combat climate change more … [Read more...] about The UK will ban Petrol and diesel new car sales from 2035
Vodafone launches Great British Broadband Switch
Vodafone has announced it is launching the Great British Broadband Switch to get customers who may be out of contract to switch to their broadband offerings. According to a recent report by Ofcom around 8.8 million people in the UK are out of their contract and could make significant savings by … [Read more...] about Vodafone launches Great British Broadband Switch
LYNX-R1 6DoF standalone AR headset from $1499
The LYNX-R1 is a new AR headset designed by the French start-up Lynx who have created the first 6DoF standalone passthrough video AR headset, priced from $1499. The new AR headset has been specifically designed for “professionals” and includes passthrough technology. Making it different from other … [Read more...] about LYNX-R1 6DoF standalone AR headset from $1499
Coronavirus has apparently had a small impact on Apple’s manufacturing partner Foxconn
The Coronavirus outbreak in China is expected to have a significant impact on the production of Apple's devices, according to recent reports. Although this has not yet occurred with Apple's major manufacturing partner, Foxconn, the situation remains fluid and could change rapidly. We recently heard … [Read more...] about Coronavirus has apparently had a small impact on Apple’s manufacturing partner Foxconn
