Audi and NVIDIA debut 10.2-inch dockable tablet
Audi and NVIDIA have teamed up to create the Audi Smart Display, which is a dockable tablet able to withstand temperatures varying from 176 degrees to -40 degrees fahrenheit and it is also shock resistant, just in case you find yourself in a pickle, your tablet will be safe.
The greatest thing about the tablet is that it’s powered by our favorite OS, Android! Featuring the latest version, KitKat, it has full access to Google’s host of apps! This is great news so when you’re on those long car rides and the passengers won’t settle down, just play a movie or listen to your favorite music! The tablet is powered by NVIDIA’s Tegra 4 and connects via in-car WiFi.
The device will first appear on the 2015 Audi TT sports coupe.
Source: NVIDIA
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YiFang launches NextONE smartwatch and wristband pedometer
YiFang Digital launched a few pieces of wearable tech this week at CES, and they’re hoping to make a splash in a market that’s quickly becoming more populated. The NextONE line of devices offers a smartwatch and a wristband pedometer for Android and iOS devices. Both are set to launch in Q1 of 2014, so we should see them hit shelves in the next month or two.
The NextONE smartwatch is packing Android 4.1, Bluetooth 4.0, a 1.55-inch 240 x 240 display, and a 290 mAh battery. Compared to devices like Samsung’s Galaxy Gear, the NextONE isn’t going to blow anyone away. But at just $99, it’s sure to give the Pebble a run for its money.
The NextONE pedometer appears to be intended for the health gurus out there, as it tracks distance walked/ran, calories burned, intensity of activity, and more. The pedometer will be priced lower than the smartwatch, at just $39.99.
This is YiFang’s first foray into wearable tech, and it looks like they’re off to a good start. If you’d like to get more details on either of the NextONE devices, you can check out YiFang’s product pages.
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Sprint intros Framily plans for January 10
New option promises group savings with separate bills
Sprint on Tuesday introduced its latest weapon in the battle against other wireless providers. Called “Framily” plans (no joke), they allow groups of up to ten lines to share in the billing of service. These new plans will be offered to new and existing Sprint customers when they take effect on January 10. Unlike plans from other carriers, Sprint lowers the cost per user based on the number of people in the plan
For one line of service, new Sprint customers pay $55 per month per line for unlimited talk, text and 1GB of data. For each additional new Sprint customer that joins the Framily group, the cost per person goes down $5 a month up to a maximum monthly discount of $30 per line. Build a group of at least seven people and everyone gets unlimited talk, text and 1GB of data for $25 per month per line (pricing excludes taxes and surcharges).
Each member in the collective can tailor their plan to match their needs.
For only $20 per month per line, Framily members can buy up to unlimited data plus get a new phone every year. Plan members can share the savings, without the hassle of sharing a bill. Each account can be billed separately. Unlimited features are while on the Sprint network.
The Sprint Framily Plan will be available in Sprint company-owned stores and Sprint third-party dealers beginning Friday, Jan. 10. Visit www.sprint.com/framily for more information.
While this sounds incredible on the surface, getting that many people together could prove to be a task. Not too many of us have that many family members. Then again, since it allows friends to get in on the action, it could be worth the effort!
How does a Framily Plan sound to you?
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HiSense launching Vidaa, an Android Smart TV in 2014
Coming in March 2014, HiSense is launching its own line of Android Smart TVs ranging from 50-65 inches. The Vidaa will come out of the box loaded with all your favorite Android apps such as Google Search, Chrome, and PrimeTime.
Hisense claims to know what the user really wants as far as apps and will be able to pull content from Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, and Skydrive. Vidaa also promises to be able to switch between apps with one button, so if you’re wanting to check the score of a football game while watching a movie, it will pause the movie and resume when you’re done cheering your team on!
This comes at a convenient time for Philips who is also debuting their Ambilight Android powered Smart TVs as well. There is no price available yet, but with a March release date, I am sure it’s not far.
Source: TechRadar
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