LG Puppy Pop is game you can play on the G3 without opening the Smart Cover
LG was the first to launch a phone with QHD resolution (on the major U.S. carriers) on the LG G3 this year, first to launch an android smart watch (LG G watch), and now they’re the first to release a game that you can play without opening the cover.
LG announced, in a press release today, that it will soon be releasing its first app, Puppy Pop, designed for use on the LG G3 with the Quickcircle case. That’s right! In addition to being able to check the time, place calls, check notifications, and take pictures with the Quickcircle case, users can now play a free game without opening the cover.
Puppy Pop is a free app and will be available from the Google Play store starting today.
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OS X Yosemite to Launch in Late October, 12-inch Retina MacBook and 4K Desktop in the Works
Following an earlier report on the launch of the iPhone 6 and iOS 8, 9to5Mac has released a second report with details on OS X Yosemite and Apple’s fall Mac plans. As has been previously mentioned, OS X Yosemite will launch in October, following iOS 8′s September release alongside the iPhone 6.
The final Yosemite Developer Preview is expected to be seeded to developers on September 29, with a final golden master build coming around October 10, which suggests a late-October public launch date for Yosemite.
October will also see the potential introduction of the iWatch, as has been widely rumored, and Apple may also be planning to unveil several new products designed to promote Yosemite, including a smaller 12-inch MacBook with a high-resolution display and a new desktop computer, which may be an iMac or a standalone monitor with a 4K resolution screen.
Along with providing a few details on the desktop Retina machine, 9to5Mac‘s report echoes several details on the 12-inch MacBook previously shared by rumor sites, suggesting it will have a Retina display and a “thinner and slightly lighter aluminum body.”
Apple believes that this new Retina MacBook will be a significant step forward in the laptop industry, and it is currently unclear if Apple will label this machine as a smaller MacBook Pro, a new MacBook Air, or as an entirely new line.
While it is possible Apple will market the aforementioned 4K desktop as a “Retina” machine, the technology for true pixel-doubling of the current 27-inch iMac and Thunderbolt Display’s 2560 x 1440 resolution is not ready for market.
9to5Mac‘s sources indicate the 12-inch Retina MacBook and the iMac are on pace to ship in late in the third quarter or in the fourth quarter, but could be pushed back to early 2015, which is in line with recent rumors about the 12-inch Retina MacBook. A report has suggested the notebook’s launch will be pushed back due to continued Broadwell delays.
Rumors have also long focused on a possible Retina iMac and/or a 4K display, and back in June, hints of a Retina iMac were found in the OS X Yosemite beta. Less has been said about a potential 4K display in recent months, but an update to Apple’s Thunderbolt Display is long overdue.
Along with new Macs, Yosemite’s introduction may also include updates to both iMovie and Final Cut Pro to improve support for video captured with 4K cameras.
The top 12 tablets you can buy right now
Whether you’re looking to replace your laptop or just find something to keep you entertained, there’s a tablet out there to suit you. But with an ever-increasing array of slates crowding the market, narrowing down the list can be a chore. So we’ve sorted through the pile and picked out some of our favorites for both power users and media consumers. Our complete buyer’s guide is always just a few clicks away, but feel free to cruise through the gallery below for a quick rundown of the best tablets you can buy today.
Filed under: Tablets, Mobile, Apple, Samsung, Sony, Microsoft, ASUS, Google, Amazon, Acer
The Nostalgia Machine takes you back to the music of your youth
It’s easy to get sucked into a nostalgic listening session, but tracking down the songs of your youth can be tougher than you think — and “best of” medleys on YouTube will only do so much to scratch the itch. Don’t worry, though, as The Nostalgia Machine has come to save the day. Pick a year and you’ll see an easy-to-digest list of pop music videos that might just remind you of your high school prom or that big college party. It’s definitely not an authoritative source — what, no New Radicals? — but it also covers a few artists that you might not remember until you hear them again, like Mark Morrison or Sonique. Give the Machine a spin the next time you’re eager to revisit the zeitgeist of years gone by.
Filed under: Internet
Source: The Nostalgia Machine
Marvel’s giving you the key to over 13,000 comics for 99 cents
To celebrate the start of Comic-Con tomorrow in San Diego, Marvel is kicking off a promotion which provides an all-you-can-have pass to its entire digital library for less than a dollar. There are a few caveats, as expected, but not enough to make the offer seem any less attractive. According to Wired, Marvel Unlimited, which is home to more than 13,000 comics, can be accessed over the next week with a simple payment of 99 cents. The deal will only give you an in to the service for one month, but the renowned publisher is hoping that’s plenty of time to keep you locked in beyond said period.
For reference, Marvel Unlimited is usually $10 per month or $69 per year, and there’s also a $99 yearly subscription with access to some exclusive tidbits. It’s worth noting that it isn’t the first time Marvel runs a promo like this, as it did something similar a few months ago during SXSW. And don’t worry if you’re not seeing the 99-cent option on the site — it should be showing up shortly.
Filed under: Internet, Mobile, Alt
Via: Wired
Source: Marvel
Apple’s 36% Boost in Research and Development Spending Points to Strong Product Pipeline
Apple made a significant investment into research and development this past quarter, increasing spending in the category by 36 percent over the same quarter last year, reports Financial Times. As noted by BTIG Research analyst Walt Piecyk, Apple’s $1.6 billion quarterly investment represents 4 percent of sales, the highest percentage of spending in R&D since 2006, the year before Apple released the first iPhone.
This huge increase supports rumors the company is investing significantly in more than just new iPhones, iPads, and Macs for its upcoming product pipeline. Apple CEO Tim Cook has repeatedly confirmed the company is preparing to enter new product categories, with Cook saying Apple is working “really great stuff.” Apple’s Internet Software and Services chief Eddy Cue also enthusiastically noted that Apple’s planned products for 2014 are “the best product pipeline that I’ve seen in my 25 years at Apple.”
iWatch concept by Todd Hamilton
The highlight of these new products is likely the iWatch, a fitness-oriented smartwatch rumored for release later this year. The sensor-laden wearable device is expected to sync with the iPhone including via a new Health app for iOS 8 and may monitor vital health parameters such as blood pressure, oxygen levels and hydration status. A recently awarded patent hints at some of the advanced connectivity features Apple could embed into the device in future iterations.
Over the past several years, Apple has been hiring a number of medical and wearables experts, presumably to work on the iWatch team. Apple has also been pursuing hires from the fashion industry including former Yves Saint Laurent CEO Paul Deneve and former sales director of luxury watch company TAG Heuer Patrick Pruniaux. New retail chief Angela Ahrendts also comes from the fashion industry, having served as CEO of Burberry.
Apple Planning Mid-September Event for 4.7-Inch iPhone 6, Timing of 5.5-Inch Model Unclear
According to 9to5Mac, Apple is putting the finishing touches on iOS 8 in advance of a September iPhone and iOS 8 launch event. Based on current projections, Apple is unsurprisingly tentatively planning to hold this iPhone-oriented event in mid-September. In line with previous reports, Apple is said to be aiming for a second product launch event in October for the iWatch and OS X Yosemite.
iPhone 5s with mockups of 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch iPhone 6 models
Similar to other recent September events, Apple is reportedly planning to focus on only iOS 8 and the iPhone 6 in this year’s September event. While the 4.7-inch iPhone will headline the presentation, the debut of the 5.5-inch model is still uncertain as it is further behind the 4.7-inch model in both testing and manufacturing.
These people say that the second and third weeks of September are the mostly likely weeks for the event to be held, but they add that manufacturing uncertainties could alter the event’s timeframe. A decision has not been finalized, and sources made it clear that the plans are in flux.
This information aligns with an earlier report that suggests Apple may push off the 5.5-inch model until 2015.
The report claims iOS 8 is on track for its public release this fall, with a fifth and final beta version expected on Monday, August 4, although a separate report from BGR claims a sixth beta is planned for Friday, August 15. A golden master version may debut a few weeks later at the end of August or early September. As rumored, dual-screen multi-tasking for the iPad and Maps improvements are still in the works, but these features are not expected to be available at launch and would come in a later iOS 8 update.
Following the September event, Apple also is planning a second event in October that will showcase the iWatch, Apple’s entry into the wearables market. This late fall event also will be used to discuss OS X Yosemite as well as unveil new iPad models. The iPad update is expected to be a modest refresh with hardware additions such as Touch ID and a faster A8 processor.
Digify helps you protect your data by sending self-destructing files
It’s understandable if you’re nervous about sharing files in this era of widespread surveillance. Can you really trust that a document is safe once it’s out of your hands? Digify might just ease your mind now that it has launched Android and iOS apps for sharing self-destructing files. Rather than give people a direct download, the software only allows a peek at a given file for a set amount of time; once the Mission Impossible-style countdown hits zero, the content is gone for good. There are also safeguards against cleverer attempts to steal files. Anything you share is converted to a special format on Digify’s servers, for one thing. Recipients can’t take screenshots without alerting you (and losing access), and you can revoke access at will if you ever make a mistake.
The service is free to use, and can pluck files from your Dropbox account. If there’s a big catch at this stage, it’s that desktop support is limited to a Windows beta — unless you’re willing to deal with bugs, you’ll have to use your phone. Even so, the service might be vital if you insist on keeping a tight leash on your files.
Filed under: Internet
Source: Digify
Amazon expands Prime Music library with loads of new tracks
Amazon’s recently announced music service for Prime members just got a bit better. Today, the giant online retailer revealed that its Prime Music library is welcoming a bunch of new songs into the mix, from artists such as Miles Davis, Ray Charles, Kendrick Lamar, Shakira, Skrillex, Ella Fitzgerald, DJ Snake & Lil Jon (#TD4W, anyone?) and many, many more. To make use of these newly added tunes, Amazon said it has curated “hundreds” of fresh Prime Playlists, citing this feature as one users have come to love since the service’s launch last month. Amazon will need to keep making similar moves if Prime Music is to be a threat to the likes of Spotify, so this is, without a doubt, a step in the right direction. The next natural step would be expanding outside of the US, but record labels might make that a lot more complicated than it sounds.
Filed under: Misc, Portable Audio/Video, Internet, Mobile, Amazon
Source: Amazon
Foursquare shows off its new look for local searches
The Foursquare faithful have had some time to get used social venue tracker’s Swarm option for sorting check-ins, as the outfit jettisoned the activity to a second app. Folks who didn’t want to give up the OG method were still able to tally stops, but now the redesigned search-focused software is imminent. As of tomorrow, you’ll have to use Swarm for all check-ins, and Foursquare claims that about 75 percent of your fellow users have already made the leap. What’s more, the company has a new logo to go along with the upcoming app that it’s teasing as well. Once you pipe in info on your personal tastes, follow a few experts and make a few stops, the new Foursquare will learn about your delicate sensibilities and make recommendations based on the gathered info. However, you don’t need to have Swarm installed to make use of the original app’s new focus on “personalized local search.” As you can see in the screenshots above, the directory will offer to hop over for a check-in — if you’ve installed both applications, of course. Unfortunately, there’s no date for the official arrival, but the announcement claims you’ll be leveraging the tidied up ratings and tips “really soon.”
Source: Foursquare
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