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Feb

[RUMOUR] Is the Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 going to be running Tizen instead of Android?


Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 going to be running TizenWhile the star of Samsung‘s Unpacked event at MWC 2014 is inevitably going to be its new flagship, the Samsung Galaxy S5, there are rumours that several other Samsung devices are going to be sharing the stage come February 24th in Barcelona. One of these devices is the follow-up device to its maiden smartwatch, expected to be called the Galaxy Gear 2. We’ve heard our fair share of rumours regarding the new smartwatch, including the fact that it will be a completely different in design to its predecessor. But USA Today has come out with a story today that poses a tantilizing question: is the Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 going to be running Tizen instead of Android?

The report quotes an anonymous source who says that Samsung is abandoning Android for its new smartwatch, instead electing to use the HTML 5-based Tizen OS. The source also corroborates the rumour that the new Galaxy Gear 2 smartwatch will be announced at MWC 2014 in just under a week.

This is definitely an interesting move by Samsung who’s first attempt at a smartwatch had its fair share of critics. While Samsung’s attempts to launch Tizen-based smartphones have been hampered over the years, a move to Tizen-based smartwatches might be an opportunity for Samsung to develop a monopoly over the wearables software scene. After all, we know that Tizen can run on devices with as low as 256MB RAM, which would be far more useful for the tiny devices. Though, we have to say this might be for naught if Samsung keeps its device exclusivity like it did for the first Galaxy Gear, possibly that device’s greatest criticism.

What do you think about this rumour: do you think Samsung would really make the Galaxy Gear 2 with the Tizen OS? Let us know what you think in the comments below.

Source: USA Today via Phone Arena

19
Feb

Samsung’s new Galaxy Gear might run Tizen instead of Android


Sure, the Tizen Association just welcomed new members, but the mobile platform is still having a tough start overall — a Japanese carrier even canceled a Tizen smartphone release in January. So, Samsung (the platform’s biggest backer) is reportedly taking matters into its own hands and loading Tizen on one of its upcoming devices: Galaxy Gear 2.0. According to USA Today’s sources, the South Korean company is slated to launch an updated smartwatch running the HTML 5-based Tizen OS at the Mobile World Congress a few days from now.

Samsung is reportedly dropping Android in favor of the fledgling platform due to a number of reasons, including its hopes to gain greater control (and revenue) from associated software and services. Also, the company’s apparently concerned that the Android flavor Google’s developing for wearables may not be as open as the other versions. Whatever Samsung’s reasons are, we just hope the new Gear has a longer list of compatible devices than its predecessor does.

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Source: USA Today

19
Feb

DVD Replication: – An Advanced Process Of Producing High Quality Dvds


Do you need copies of the DVDs in huge volumes? Then you should take professional help, they are able to provide you with the high quality replicated DVDs similar to the original ones. If you want high quality DVD copies, then the only way to achieve this is by CD Replication. This process is not like you burn DVDs at home. It is much more advanced than that and you will have guaranteed that you are going to get high quality CDs which are produced.

High Quality DvdsReplication Is Different From Duplication

There are many people who are confused among replication and duplication. Replication of the DVDs is far more different than the duplication process. The latter is getting the original content of the device to another with the utilization of the software while the former is physically copying the reality that is original CD. The similar geometry of the original disc is therefore found on the CD that is replicated, ensuring a high quality. Each disc will have quality like the original disc. DVD replication is an amazing process. This process cannot be done at home because it is complicated and needs high quality robotic equipments which you are going to find with the professionals.

Replication Of The Dvds

 One unit of replication could produce 1000 DVDs in one day. The process is rapid and you will be amazed seeing the site where robots replicate DVDs in a non stop process. This process is also considered as a low cost method of producing high quality DVDs. This is the perfect way of producing DVDs in small budget and short period of time. With the help of this process you are going to get real value for your money. There are many professional companies which are present on the internet for the convenience of their customers. Whether you need a thousand CDs or fifty thousand CDs you can contact them online and tell them about your projects. There are companies which are having more than one plant for replication and duplication of the CDS.

DVD replication service providers

If you need high quality DVD replication services, hassle free and professional look for your DVDs and CDs then you can approach these companies. They serve in different parts of the world. In case you need unique look, then also you can trust these companies. One of the great things about this service is that it is cost effective and you really get high quality discs. If you are in the business where you need a huge amount of backup for your business or personal use then also you can approach these companies.

They are in the business for many years and can serve you well with their high quality services. You can easily find their websites on the internet and have a look at their projects and services. You can even call them on their numbers to inquire about your projects. They also offer print and packaging services so that your CDs are ready for the immediate distribution when they are delivered to you. 

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 We are in the DVD replication Business for many years.   We have high tech technology equipments, which are bound to provide you with high quality disc replication and duplication and cheap dvd replication  services. You can visit our website to know more about our services.

19
Feb

How to ensure reliable but affordable Structural CAD Conversion solutions?


In order to know more about the Structural CAD Conversion solutions we must understand its meaning. If we go in little detail then we can say that it is a process that involves highly advanced design software technologies and reliable methods for translation of data from one CAD system to another CAD file format. During the process of translation different parameters are taken into consideration such as surface, solid, wireframe, metadata, assembly structure and many other forms of attributes.

How to ensure reliable but affordable Structural CAD Conversion solutionsHere is the complete information on structural CAD Conversion and how one can ensure reliable but affordable solutions as well as some information about Clash Detection Services.

Different types of Structural CAD Conversion solutions

There are mainly three types and here are those three types mentioned below:

  • The first one is based on direct CAD system import and export.
  • The second one is based on direct 3rd party CAD translators.
  • The third ones are basically intermediate data exchange formats.

With so many different types of solutions available one can very well imagine that how flexible and efficient these solutions are and as the entire system becomes more flexible the more are the chances of increase in its popularity.

What all points need to be considered before hiring such services?

Though there are many architectural firms all over the world that specialize in this software solutions but one must consider some basic and common points before hiring such services. Here are some of those basic points and knowledge of which can really prove to be beneficial for your design.

  • The first point that you need to keep in your mind is to clear your mind from all the diversions. For example if you are planning to build an educational institute then you need to search for companies that specialize in educational institution designing and the same way if you are looking for designing for medical institute then you need to get in touch with someone who had already done work in the related field.
  • You also need to keep this thing in mind that automobile CAD solutions are totally different from architectural solutions. By doing this bifurcation one can easily find the right and concerned solution provide which will not only save the precious time but will also prove to be cost effective solution provider.

Now it is time to search for perfect vendor

  • Once you are clear about your thought process, it is now time to go for searching affordable Structural CAD Conversion solutions and you can find them through internet. Here one thing needs to be urgently considered and that is to lay some focus on Clash Detection Services.
  • The main aim of the clash detection is to ensure that all the points and spaces that are prone to some kind of clash must be considered and the same should be thoroughly discussed during the initial designing procedure.
  • Take for example while designing the sewerage and water flow structure one needs to take complete care of entire design and all needs must be satisfied in a balanced manner.

Hence by ensuring all the above mentioned points one can definitely find perfect solutions and the final outcome delivery is going to be magnificent and completely error free.

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Sonika is a zealous writer who has written a lot of articles about Structural CAD Conversion. She loves to share her knowledge through her blogs and articles.

19
Feb

Rinspeed imagines the Tesla Model S as a self-driving ‘living room on wheels’


We’ve seen some pretty amazing concept cars come from Rinspeed in the past, but this one has to be one of our favorites. On display at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show early next month, the XchangE turns the Tesla Model S into a “living room on wheels.” The autonomous vehicle will not only drive itself, but is equipped with a 32-inch 4k monitor and reclining seats to make you feel like you’re cruising around in a private jet rather than a four-door sedan.

The intense luxury doesn’t stop at the television. A built-in espresso machine keeps you powered up for the ride, and If you’re traveling for work rather than play, the vehicle’s “Business-to-Car” platform ensures you not only have access to all the web services you need, but are surfing safely. Perhaps the most absurd addition to the vehicle is “the world’s arguably most expensive watch winder,” a $44k Patravi TravelTec wristwatch encased in a transparent globe above the car’s steering column. When the car is stationary, the globe uses the Tesla’s electric engine to wind the stationary watch. It’s all just a concept now, but it’s one we can’t wait to hit the streets in.

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Via: Inhabitat

Source: Rinspeed

19
Feb

Google teaches Glass owners how to mind their manners


Roy Hibbert wearing Google Glass

Google wants society to welcome Glass with open arms, but that hasn’t proven to be easy when some early owners have run into trouble — there’s a real chance that one bad user could ruin the eyewear’s reputation. To get on the public’s good side, the company has published an etiquette guide that teaches Glass wearers how to be on their best behavior. Many of the tips reflect common sense, but bear repeating: ask before you record anything, avoid wearing the device in risky situations and pay attention to the world around you. However, the guide is also a reminder that you’re effectively Google’s ambassador when you use Glass. The company wants you to politely answer questions from curious onlookers, and it prefers that you take off the eyepiece when asked instead of creating a fuss. The advice is strictly optional, but we’d suggest taking it seriously. It may be the key to social acceptance if Glass ever goes on sale to the general public.

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Source: Google, Google Glass (Google+)

19
Feb

5 Reasons Why I Think HTC Has Turned Itself Around For The Better


5 Reasons Why I Think HTC Has Turned Itself AroundHTC was once one of the greats of the Android smartphone movement. Some might argue that they still are, but the Taiwanese company has fallen on financial hardship in recent times. While the end to 2013 proved to be relatively disappointing in terms of getting their financials back in the black, thanks to some unusual product releases, it appears that HTC has begun 2014 with a vengeance, and I think there are several reasons why this is the case.

5 Reasons Why I Think HTC Has Turned Itself Around1. First off, HTC has gone back to its age-old adage of “quietly brilliant”; while it hasn’t seemed like a conscious decision, HTC has apparently abandoned its “Here’s to Change” campaign, spearheaded by star acquisition Robert Downey Jr., and started working in the shadows again. While that’s not to say the campaign and its marquee signing won’t come out again in the near future, but the key for HTC is that they’ve got their heads down and aren’t making a huge amount of noise about what they’re working on or what’s coming next.

5 Reasons Why I Think HTC Has Turned Itself Around2. This point is probably one for contention: some still believe that HTC CEO Peter Chou was and is HTC’s savior while others believe that its founder nearly drove the company into the ground late last year. The fact that he is still at the helm though is great news for HTC; he’s taken the company to great heights before, and while the company’s late 2013 exploits didn’t quite pan out, the consistency of having a united company behind its CEO has an unspoken effect on company stability and morale and Chou’s focus on smartphones now can only bode well for HTC.

5 Reasons Why I Think HTC Has Turned Itself Around3. One of Motorola’s greatest successes while still under the tutelage of Google was launching the Moto Maker service. The ability to customize anything to do with the appearance of your device before shipping it to you was a stroke of genius, and while Motorola never really saw the monetary reaction that the initiative deserved, it’s definitely the right direction that manufacturers should be moving in. Next on the bandwagon is HTC, who has recently launched their own Moto Maker-esque service to design cases for the HTC One. Obviously the next step would be to included devices themselves for purchase there, but it’s definitely a step in the right direction to making HTC more attractive to the market that craves customization options.

5 Reasons Why I Think HTC Has Turned Itself Around4. The news broke today that HTC would be launching its HTC Advantage Initiative, effectively an AppleCare type solution service which gives HTC device owners access to repair services and device support, something than Android manufacturers have traditionally not done particularly well. This is a big differentiating factor for HTC and really puts them in a separate league to the other OEMs who aren’t willing to provide this kind of post-purchase service. It’s important to note that this could be considered quite a big risk to HTC financially to provide this service, but for customers, the peace of mind in knowing you have a screen replacement up your sleeve is pretty much priceless.

5 Reasons Why I Think HTC Has Turned Itself Around5. This last point is mostly related to rumours surrounding the successor to the HTC One, the HTC M8 (or as it may be officially called, The All New One), but if they are true, then it puts HTC in a market leading position. The rumour in particular that I am concerned with is the one which suggests the The All New One will possess a dual-sensor rear camera, something which will provide the device with Lytro Camera-like abilities, i.e. to chance focus in photos after the photo has been taken (to read more about the tech behind this, check this article out). This would give the HTC M8 and HTC a sizable advantage in the camera arena over other Android manufacturers, an area which is typically neglected in favour of increasing the megapixel count for not much gain.

And there you have it: 5 reasons why I think HTC has turned itself around for the better, and I think that this could result in a real push that sees HTC back around the elite of the Android market. While HTC was reported to only have 2% market share at the end of 2013, watch this space as I believe their market share is definitely going to change for the better by the end of 2014.

What do you think: do you think HTC has turned a corner in 2014? Let us know your opinion in the comments.

19
Feb

Join the Engadget HD Podcast live on Ustream at 8:45PM ET


It’s Tuesday which means it’s time for the Engadget HD Podcast. We hope you’ll join us live when the Engadget HD podcast starts recording at 8:45PM. The big cable merger news finally got all official and we’ll brake down why it will, or won’t, be approved by Uncle Sam. There’s more Chromecast news too and yet another Apple TV rumor — we never missed an opportunity to poke fun at those. And of course there is other top HD news we’ll go over as well. If you’ll be joining us, take a peek at the topics after the break — then do everything else you’ll need to do in order to be ready to participate in the live chat.

Comcast and Time Warner Cable’s $45 billion merger puts 30 million customers under one roof
Netflix report suggests Comcast and Verizon FiOS speeds are slipping
A new Apple TV is on the way, pending a deal with Time Warner Cable
Sony sold 5.3 million PS4s already, hits sales target with weeks to spare
First Xbox One feature update goes live
Xbox One Media Remote briefly surfaces, hints at March 4th release
Google deems Android ready for more Chromecast apps, lets the floodgates open
Chromecast’s Fireplace Visualizer hopes to set hearts aflame on Valentine’s Day
AllCast creator demos Android screen mirroring through Chromecast
Showtime’s Anytime app arrives on Roku
The Tonight Show relaunches with Jimmy Fallon, and of course it has companion apps
House of Cards season two is ready for viewing on Netflix
Orange is the New Black season two hits Netflix on June 6th
Must See HDTV for the week of February 17th: Winter Olympics, Daytona 500 and Strider

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19
Feb

BlackBerry Messenger now available to phones running Android 2.3


If you see BlackBerry announcing a million or so new users in the next few days, it’s not because the company’s finally seeing an increase in sales. It’s because Alicia Keys’ ex-employer has kept its promise to launch BBM for Android 2.3 on Google Play after weeks of beta testing. The previous Android version of the cross-platform messenger only worked on devices running Ice Cream Sandwich (Android 4.0) or higher, but existing users can now reach more of their friends. After all, Gingerbread still powers a large number of Android devices worldwide, since low-cost handsets are especially popular in developing markets. Unfortunately, Windows Phone users still have to sit out BBM convos, but those in Canada can at least demand BlackBerry donuts from friends as consolation.

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Via: Phone Scoop

Source: BlackBerry, Google Play

19
Feb

The HTC M8 Gets its Official Name According to Evleaks


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Tired of all the HTC news today? I am sure some of you are, but there are those that can’t get enough. Well it seems our buddy, Mr. evleaks, has given us the official name of the HTC M8. You ready for this? The All New HTC One! Creative, huh? Yeah a little strange, but it is true: it is in fact the all new HTC One.

Gray, silver, and gold, will be our choices for the new flagship, and I guess the gray one was the one we saw that was super polished. Let us know what you guys think about the name. Creative? Or last minute choice?

Source: evleaks