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09/27/2016

Google is set to hold a hardware centered showcasing event on October 4th. This isp one of a kind coming from a company that is historically known for their contributions to software and the Internet. It is believed that there will be a new Chromecast, VR headset, a wifi router, and their own line of "Pixel" branded phone

To see what Google may have up their sleeves, check out the link below

Google is holding a wide-ranging hardware launch event on October 4, where it's expected to debut a pair of Pixel-branded phones, a VR headset, Wi-Fi router, the Amazon Echo-like Google Home, and the device pictured here, a 4K-capable digital media player. A person familiar with the company's plans…

09/21/2016

Steals of the Week:

RAVPower 10400mAh portable battery with 2 3.5A charge ports for the fastest charge speeds possible, $14
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55" JVC 4K LED TV with 60Hz refresh rate for a consistent clear and smooth picture, $379.99
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09/17/2016

Would anyone play this game of augmented wall climbing pong 👀

09/16/2016

Nokia Bell Labs will soon showcase data speeds up to 1 Tbps. This crazy fast internet speed would be able to download the entire Game of Thrones series in HD in a second. In comparison, Google Fiber reaches a 1 Gbps.

To see how researchers reached this remarkable speed, click the link below

Core internet networks could see a major boost in coming years with the new terabit-speed optical-fiber links of the type being unveiled by Nokia Bell Labs.

09/16/2016

Safety First: An update to Google Maps (beta) shows a small but significant update coming to the app. Someone posted a screenshot of the new layout with a box in the corner showing the speed limit of the road the user is traveling on, possibly proving a speed limit indicator will be coming in a future release.

To see more about this update and a screenshot of what it loons like below, click the link below

Here’s a useful little feature that might be coming to Google Maps: speed limits. It’s long been one of Maps’ most requested features. Redditor emannikcufecin spotted the change on an Android device. It appears the app still doesn’t track how fast your vehicle is moving or alert your when you go ove...

09/15/2016

An Unfortunate Future: Analysts predict that 6% of jobs employed by people will be eliminated by artificial intelligence. As robots get smarter, the need for people to perform certain job positions will plummet. Customer service, transportation, and logistics are likely to take the biggest hit.

To take a look at the inevitable displacement of American workers, click the link below

Employees in fields such as customer service and transportation face a ‘disruptive tidal wave’ of automation in the not-too-distant future

09/12/2016

Death to Data Caps: The streaming giant Netflix wants to put an end to ISP data caps. They believe that data caps limits how much time someone could spend on their service, forcing consumers to keep their cable package.

To see what Netflix is doing to put an end to data caps once and for all, click the link below

News: Netflix is urging the FCC to crack down on broadband usage caps, stating that they unfairly limit consumers' ability to consume streaming video services. Netflix has long has an

09/12/2016

PlayStation Refresh: Sony has revealed their PlayStation 4 Slim and PlayStation 4 Pro gaming systems. The PlayStation 4 Slim has the same internals as the original PlayStation 4, but in a slimmer body. The PlayStation 4 Pro has higher end graphics and supports HDR & 4K gaming. The prices for the PS4 Slim and PS4 Pro are $299 and $399 respectively.

To see what else else is coming with the new release, click the link below

Sony's new PlayStation 4 Pro gaming console will bring 4K gaming, 1TB of storage and enhanced PlayStation VR support to fans this year.

09/10/2016

Costa Rica is raising the renewable energy bar by becoming the only country to extensively run itself on renewable energy. Today marks 76 days straight it has carried this remarkable feat, including 300 days of non renewable energy independence last year. While other countries are pushing for solar and wind energy, the main sources of Costa Rica energy is hydroelectric and geothermal.

To read the full article, check out the link below

If this little country can do it, why can’t others?

09/09/2016

The First Gagnation - Chorus, a communications company operating in New Zealand, is looking to deploy gigabit fiber across the island country. Download speeds is expected to go from the average 30 Mbps to a whopping 950 Mbps. If approved, the service could be launched in October.

To read the full article about it, click the link below

While NBN says it is in a 'leadership position' for providing 25Mbps speeds across Australia, Chorus is rolling out 1Gbps fibre services on the New Zealand government's UFB.

09/08/2016

A Battery To Power Your Home: Tesla is looking to eliminate our dependence on the power grid by creating a battery to power our homes. The Powerwall will use the combination of solar panels and a rechargeable battery to alternate the source of energy to power a home throughout the day and night.

To read a full review of how the Powerwall looks to power our future, check out the link below

How does Tesla’s battery pack measure up against other home energy storage options? Learn more about the Powerwall’s cost, technology and warranty coverage.

09/07/2016

Unveiled: Apple has concluded its annual September event where it's known to debut their next generation iPhone. The iPhone 7 new features include dual cameras, stereo speakers, water resistance, and more. Preorders will start September 9th and will start shipping September 16th
To see a comprehensive list of the new features, check out the website below

To see a comprehensive list of the new features, check out the website below

Apple's latest and greatest iPhone steps into the spotlight with better cameras, stereo speakers and a brand-new glossy color. But kiss that headphone jack goodbye.