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Microsoft Surface Dial Review: Windows 10 Creators Update To Introduce New Features; Device Performance Depends On Developers’ Skills
The best thing about Microsoft Surface Dial is that it allows developers to customize its functionality for specific applications. Interestingly, the Surface Dial is a type of device whose performance depends mostly on the developer using it.
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Hackers May Hack Into St. Jude’s Pacemakers & Defibrillators To Deliver Damaging Shock To The Heart, Warns Homeland Security
FDA’s investigation has confirmed the vulnerabilities that can be hacked and used to administer dangerous shock to a person’s heart, alter pacing and drastically deplete the implanted device’s battery.
Volkswagen Emissions Scandal Update: More Employees May Be Arrested; $4.3 Billion Penalty, Largest Ever By Any Automaker
Volkswagen was accused of installing software, Defeat Device, in diesel engines on more than 600,000 vehicles in the U.S. The software allowed the engines to turn on pollution control during government tests and then turn off during general driving.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Teaches An Important Lesson; Shows The Way On How To Deal With Consumer Complaints
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has set an example of how a brand should handle a complaint tweet. A Tesla user complained about how people use Tesla Supercharger stations as parking lot. Musk addressed the issue in six days.
Glacier White Sony PS4 Slim Update: 1TB HD Option Also Expected; White Color Option Praised By Fans
A 1TB version is also expected, at least for Japan. The Glacier White Sony PS4 Slim will be available across the PAL region. Sony is yet to reveal information on the white variant’s release in the US.
Microsoft To Address Windows 10 Privacy Issues With Creators Update; Web-Based Privacy Dashboard To Make Things Simple
The diagnostic data collection levels are being simplified and the Windows 10 Creators Update will have the option to switch between basic and full data collection levels. Microsoft hopes to plug security loopholes with its next update.
‘Pokemon Sun and Moon’ Battle Tree Requires A Logical Mix of Monsters; Steps To Win The Battle Explained
A “Pokemon Sun and Moon” trainer must ensure that each Pokemon in his team has diverse movesets before entering Batte Tree. It will be unwise to rely only on a flurry of powerful moves but of a single element.
Tesla Motors Taps Into Apple Inc For An Autopilot Head; Big Step Forward For Tesla Vehicles
Up to now, Tesla’s Autopilot division was headed on an interim basis by software chief Jinnah Hosein of SpaceX. Chris Lattner, who has been with Apple for more than a decade, has now joined Tesla as the vice president of its Autopilot software.
NVIDIA GeForce Now Working With Steam & Green Man Gaming For Seamless Cloud Gaming Service; Mac & PC Users Rejoice
Latency and bandwidth are NVIDIA GeForce Now’s biggest concerns as users would need real fast Internet connection and client to deliver obstacle-free gameplay. The NVIDIA GeForce Now service will launch in March.
‘Pokemon Sun and Moon’ Guide On Z-Mirror Move & Staraptor’s Attack Capabilities
Staraptor’s normal Z-Move is the Breakneck Blitz. The Z-Power enables a Pokemon to gain momentum and crash full force into its target. The All-Out Pummeling move is another favorite of “Pokemon Sun and Moon” players.
WeChat Mini Program Feature: Apple’s App Store In China May Take A Hit, Third Party Apps & Service Providers Also Worried
The WeChat mini program feature will also likely affect third-party apps and their service providers as Chinese consumers use these apps for their Android mobile systems. Google Play remains inaccessible in China. Hence, WeChat’s new feature will become all the more popular.
‘The Sims 4’ Vampire DLC Update: Occult-Based Perk System Teased; Specific Boosts & Abilities in ‘Occult Powers Panel’
EA recently released “The Sims 4” first quarterly teaser for 2017 and that includes the Vampire DLC. The video shows the Vampire-themed game pack and also a new stuff pack that will add bowling to the game.
Tesla New Autopilot & Model 3 Update: Second-Generation Autopilot System To Make EVs Fully Autonomous; Special Model 3 Event Teased
The new Autopilot system will cost $5,000 for new Tesla owners. The enhanced Autopilot mode will allow the Tesla EV to automatically change lanes, match speed to traffic conditions, park itself and merge on and off highways.
New Apple iPhones Without 3.5mm Headphone Jack To Impact Entire Tech Industry; Sales May Not Be Affected, Says Expert
Users will not have to buy new headphones immediately and they will for now connect to the iPhone via Apple’s lightning connector or wirelessly. The new model will ship with an adapter. The 3.5mm headphone jack removal is a big move for the industry as a whole.
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge, Gear Fit2 & Best Buy Deal: Samsung Offering Wearable For Free In The US
Samsung fans, who are thinking of purchasing a Galaxy S7 Edge may get a Gear Fit2 wearable for free as the company wants its users to get fit this year. The deal is available only to US customers until Jan. 15.
Microsoft Surface Pro 5 Leaks Reveal Top Specs; 3D & 4K Support Along With Kaby Lake Chipset Widely Awaited
The Microsoft Surface Pro 5 may feature a Surface stylus with magnetic charging capabilities. Microsoft could be planning to launch its updated Surface Pro 5 in March 2017 and the hybrid two-in-one tablet may have an optional keyboard cover.
‘Pokemon GO’ Update: Triple Dex Tool May Help Trainers Build Gym Prestige; Gen 2 & Legendary Pokemon May Soon Be Released
“Pokemon GO” trainers may use the Triple Dex tool to find any information on Pokemon to build Gym Prestige. Meanwhile, Niantic may reportedly release a big update soon.
Steam & ‘Stardew Valley’ Make History; Game Made More Money On Platform Surpassing Most Other Holiday Blockbusters
Valve's digital distribution platform, Steam, reached a new peak of 14.2 million simultaneous users recently. “Stardew Valley” came as an underdog and took everybody out.
‘Tokyo 42’ To Provide Players With Multiple Combat Styles & Mission Approaches; Players Should Not Attract Too Much Attention
“Tokyo 42” is set to be released on PS4, Xbox One and PC early 2017. . The objective of the missions is to strategically eliminate targets without attracting too much attention.
Nissan Adopts NASA’s Mars Rover Technology To Handle Unpredictable Situations; Next-Gen Leaf Electric Car May Debut Soon
NASA’s Visual Environment for Remote Virtual Exploration (VERVE), NASA’s Visual Environment for Remote Virtual Exploration (VERVE), from which SAM is adapted, is used to supervise interplanetary robots such as the Mars Rover.
‘Pokemon GO’ Updates, Gameplay Changes & Features Everyone Wants To See In 2017
The Gen 2 Pokemon update is Niantic’s ultimate weapon for 2017 to bring back lost players and to get them hooked once again. A massive update introducing all the 100 Gen 2 Pokemon is anticipated.
‘Pokemon Sun and Moon’ Guide To Catching Rare Alolan Pokemon; Salamence, Mareanie, Salazzle, Dhelmise & Castform Discussed
The rarest Pokemon in the Alola region have extremely low encounter rates. However, there are certain tricks that if combined with patience and perseverance can may lead to these rare creatures in “Pokemon Sun and Moon.”
Tesla Model 3 Update: CEO Elon Musk Keeps Morgan Stanley Analyst Guessing, Hints At Big Upcoming Announcements
When Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas visited the Tesla’s Nevada Gigafactory, CEO Elon Musk gave hints on Tesla Model 3 announcements. However, a delay in launch is almost evident.
Tesla Nevada Gigafactory Fails To Impress Morgan Stanley & Goldman Sachs; Analysts Uncertain About Tesla’s Financial Prospects
The Goldman Sachs team revealed that even though the Gigafactory tour turned out to be helpful in understanding the processes and layouts for manufacturing lithium ion battery cells and packs, they found a lack of quantitative updates for year 2017 and also ramp expectations.
‘Pokemon GO’ Update May Fix Fun-Spoiling Bugs; Gen 2 Pokemon Expected
Only a few baby Pokemon were released in December in “Pokemon GO” and they can only be hatched. Hence, trainers are eagerly waiting for Niantic to announce Gen 2 Pokemon.
‘Halo Wars 2’ Blitz Mode, Ultimate Edition Update: Cryptic Tweet Hints At Blitz Beta Release; Gear-Up For Turn-Based Collectible Card Game
A tweet has hinted at a “Halo Wars 2” Blitz Beta release as early as January 17. The Ultimate Edition is releasing on Feb. 21, 2017.
Huawei Honor 6X vs Motorola Moto G4: Specs & Features Comparison For The Cost-Conscious Casual Buyer
Both the Honor 6X and Motorola Moto G4 have their usual hardware trade-offs that are common in budget smartphones. However, some of the specs are pretty impressive.
