At its Google I/O developer conference this week Google has unveiled a new platform called Google Brillo that has been designed to help create projects and systems for the Internet of Things. The new Brillo platform extends the Android operating system to connected devices, so they are easy to set … [Read more...] about Google Brillo Platform Unveiled For The Internet of Things
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Android M Developer Preview Schedule Released
Google's new Android M mobile OS is coming later this year, and the company has now released the Android M Developer Preview. This preview is an exciting opportunity for developers to get an early look at the new features and improvements that will be included in the final release. Android M … [Read more...] about Android M Developer Preview Schedule Released
Google Hands Free Is A New Payment System (Video)
Google launched their new Android Pay mobile payments system at Google IO yesterday. In addition to this, the company also announced another innovative payments system called Google Hands Free. Google Hands Free is a new payment system that Google intends to test out, although the company has not … [Read more...] about Google Hands Free Is A New Payment System (Video)
Google Makes It Easier To Find Family Friendly Content On Google Play
Google has announced it is making some changes to its Google Play Store in an attempt to make it easier to find family-friendly content. Google Play now features a Family button in the Apps and Games page of Google Play and also the Movies and TV sections of the store. Enhanced Browsing … [Read more...] about Google Makes It Easier To Find Family Friendly Content On Google Play
Chip Manufacturer Avago Acquiring Broadcom For $37 Billion
It has been reported today that Broadcom, the semiconductor company that was formed over 23 years ago and is among Gartner's Top 10 Semiconductor Vendors by revenue, and is more recently known for producing the chips that are included in the Raspberry Pi mini PC, will be purchased by chip … [Read more...] about Chip Manufacturer Avago Acquiring Broadcom For $37 Billion
Apple Buys AR Company Metaio
According to a recent report from TechCrunch, Apple has made another acquisition, this time it is Augmented Reality company Metaio. Metaio launched back in 2003, the AR company was a project that was spun out of Volkswagen and now the company has announced that it has stopped taking on new … [Read more...] about Apple Buys AR Company Metaio
Google Maps To Get New Offline Features
Google has announced that it is releasing new features for the offline mode in Google Maps. The news was announced at the company's IO Developer Conference, generating excitement among users who rely on the app for navigation and local information. The new Offline Maps version of Google Maps will … [Read more...] about Google Maps To Get New Offline Features
AT&T LG G4 Goes Up For Pre-order
US mobile carrier AT&T is now taking pre-orders on the new LG G4 smartphone, and the handset is available for $199.99 on a new two-year contract. This highly anticipated device is set to attract a lot of attention due to its impressive features and competitive pricing. The company is also … [Read more...] about AT&T LG G4 Goes Up For Pre-order
Twitch Bans AO Rated Game Streaming
Today Twitch has rolled out a new update to its streaming terms and conditions that has banned the streaming of Adult Oriented (AO) rated games via the service. The change to the Twitch rules of conduct will now stop member streaming such games as Hatred and similar that carry a AO ESRB rating. … [Read more...] about Twitch Bans AO Rated Game Streaming
Jawbone Sues Fitbit For Stealing Talent And Intellectual Property
It has been revealed today that fitness tracker manufacture Jawbone is suing one of its rivals Fitbit for stealing information and tempting employees to jump ship to work for Fitbit. Fitbit and Jawbone has long been competitors in the fitness tracking market and sell similar wrist worn trackers for … [Read more...] about Jawbone Sues Fitbit For Stealing Talent And Intellectual Property
Windows 10 RTM Could Be Released In July
Microsoft is expected to release Windows 10 later this year, and now it appears that Windows 10 RTM may be released in July. Windows 10 RTM (Release to Manufacturing) is the final version of the software that will be released to Microsoft's hardware partners. This version is crucial as it signifies … [Read more...] about Windows 10 RTM Could Be Released In July
Lenovo IdeaPad 100, Z41 And Z5 Laptops Launch Next Month
During this weeks Lenovo’s Tech World show in Beijing the company has unveiled a number of new pieces of hardware in the form of tablets and Lenovo smartwatch concept as well as a new Lenovo streaming system. Adding to the list Lenovo has also unveiled new laptop systems in the form the Lenovo … [Read more...] about Lenovo IdeaPad 100, Z41 And Z5 Laptops Launch Next Month
