Pinterest Chrome extension brings inspiration to freshly-opened tabs
When you open a new tab in Google’s Chrome browser, you’re greeted with a search box, rows of recently-visited sites and a tucked-in menu for individual apps. It’s really not very inspiring, is it? Pinterest doesn’t think so, and thanks to an internal make-a-thon, there’s a new Chrome extension that aims to remedy the gray box blues. Once you’ve installed the add-on, you’ll be prompted to select what you’re interested in for the day amongst sports, food, photography and several others. When you open a new tab, you’ll be greeted with a full-bleed image populated from Artsy, 500px or National Geographic. I’m told these are the libraries for now due to the “good spectrum” of options they house, but more could be on the way later. On top of the visual stimulus, Google Calendar info is situated at the bottom left while weather details for your current location is pulled in from Yahoo. And of course, info for the displayed photo and the ability to pin it is down on the right. The digital repository already has an extension for adding to boards from websites, and that’s included here too, but the original will still be available for those who don’t want to spice up their tabs.
Filed under: Internet, Software
Source: Pinterest, Chrome Web Store
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New 27-Inch 5K Display From Dell Rekindles Thoughts of Retina iMacs
Dell yesterday unveiled its new $2500 27-inch 5K monitor (UP2715K) that boasts an impressive 5120 x 2880 resolution at 218 pixels per inch. This ultra-high resolution places the monitor on par with Apple’s Retina MacBook Pro, which has a pixel density of 220 pixels per inch, and would be the equivalent of a Retina 27-inch iMac or Apple Thunderbolt Display.
Dell does not detail the technology powering the monitor, but AnandTech believes the company is using Multi-Stream Transport (MST) to stitch together two 2560 x 2880 panels in order to provide 5120 pixels horizontally. Dell demoed the monitor to Maximum PC using a 5K H.265 video streamed from a workstation-class NVIDIA Quadro K5000 video card.
As outlined in our display roundup, customers have been looking toward a higher-resolution large display from Apple for some time, whether it be a true Retina version of the existing display or a somewhat lower resolution 4K display, particularly since Apple has been touting the 4K capabilities of the new Mac Pro. Rumors of Retina iMacs date back to 2012, but the machines have yet to appear, likely due to both cost and technological constraints.
With Dell listing its display at $2500, it is clear pricing remains a challenge for Apple’s ambitions to launch Retina iMacs and standalone displays. Standalone displays may stand a better chance, as Apple has historically been willing to develop expensive large-screen displays priced in the thousands of dollars for its pro-level customers. An iMac almost certainly priced well north of $3000 could be a difficult proposition, however, so Apple may yet need more time for prices to come down before such a machine becomes commercially feasible.
Besides its impressive resolution, Dell’s monitor ships with Dell’s PremierColor technology and an edge-to-edge glass that includes both anti-smudge and anti-reflective properties. Also included in the display is an integrated media reader, six USB ports and 16W Harmon Kardon speakers. Video out support includes dual DisplayPort 1.2 ports for 5K video and a miniDisplayPort for 4K operation.
Dell’s UltraSharp 27 Ultra HD 5K monitor will be available in the fourth quarter of this year.
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Rear Camera of 5.5-Inch iPhone 6 With Optical Stabilization and Other Parts Shown in New Photos
A number of parts from Apple’s upcoming iPhone 6 models have leaked in recent months, but a new photo set from Feld & Volk [Instagram page] offers some fresh details on the new devices.
At the top of the list is the rear camera from the 5.5-inch iPhone 6. As shown in comparison photos, the module is thinner and otherwise larger than the one from the iPhone 5s, but with Apple shaving down the iPhone’s thickness, previous leaks have indicated the company has needed to create a slight protrusion on the rear of the device to accommodate the camera.
Rear cameras from 5.5-inch iPhone 6 (left) and iPhone 5s (right)
Feld & Volk says the rear camera does indeed appear to include optical image stabilization (OIS), as the camera assembly has some freedom to float within its module. Rumors have differed on whether the iPhone 6 will include OIS and if so, whether both the 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch models will support it.
Rear cameras from 5.5-inch iPhone 6 (left) and iPhone 5s (right)
Feld & Volk indicates the 5.5-inch camera module does not fit in the 4.7-inch rear shell the firm has on hand, suggesting the two iPhone 6 models will use different camera modules. Supply chain analysts have indeed predicted that OIS will be a differentiating factor for the larger iPhone 6 model.
Inside rear camera module from 5.5-inch iPhone 6
Along with the rear camera, Feld & Volk also draws attention to several other parts, including protective mesh for the speaker and microphone holes, color-matched to the various iPhone color options.
Speaker and microphone mesh for iPhone 6
While the iPhone 6 power button has been seen previously, Feld & Volk has highlighted the presence of a rubber seal around it, which is a new addition for the iPhone line. The seals would help increase dust and moisture resistance for the iPhone 6.
iPhone 6 power button with rubber seal
The photos are the latest in a long line of recent leaks from Feld & Volk, which has been working to acquire iPhone 6 parts in an effort to quickly release its own version of the device. The company specializes in luxury modified versions of the iPhone selling for thousands of dollars, and is planning to launch its iPhone 6 models as soon as possible after Apple’s official announcement next Tuesday.
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At least ten U.S. wireless providers in line to carry the Moto X
Now that the new Moto X is official and no longer rumor it’s time to look at which carriers are in line to offer the device. We swung by the Motorola website this morning to see who might be listed as having the phone on its radar. We expected to find most, if not all, of the top five providers but were pleased to see even more.
As of today there are at least carriers listed under the registration page. Suffice it to say, you should be able to get the Moto X with your provider of choice. It’s just a matter of how long it takes for some of them.
- AT&T
- Boost Mobile
- Cricket Wireless
- MetroPC
- Net10/Tracfone
- Sprint
- T-Mobile
- U.S. Cellular
- Verizon
- Virgin Mobile
If you’re looking to add your name to the list, be sure to swing by Motorola’s website to learn more about the Moto X availability.
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Huawei’s Ascend P7 Sapphire Edition is elegantly tough
Huawei’s a smartphone manufacturer that likes to stay very much on trend. At IFA this year, it unveiled the latest device in its large-screen Ascend Mate series, which includes a fingerprint sensor akin to that of the HTC One Max and iPhone 5s. While that handset was very much the star of the show, Huawei also brought the new Ascend P7 Sapphire Edition along for the world’s press to check out, and it’s the first time we’ve seen it in the flesh since hearing about it late last month. Sapphire glass looks set to become the new buzzwordy feature of next-generation phones, and Huawei’s making sure it’s quick out of the gate. We know full well what’s inside the new P7 edition and how it’s likely to perform, which left us plenty of time to drool over the new premium look that’ll turn heads and take a serious beating.
Huawei’s given the Sapphire Edition almost a complete makeover. For starters, the glass on the front (if you haven’t cottoned on by now) is made from super-strong sapphire. We already know how much punishment sapphire glass can laugh off with no visible damage, but we gave the P7 a brief thrashing regardless. Luckily, Huawei had tethered a few small penknives to the demo area for just this purpose (they were also handy for keeping other rabid journalists from getting snatchy). The glass shrugged off every attack easily, though we didn’t expect much else — you wouldn’t exactly include knives in the demo area if you weren’t 100 percent sure your device could handle them.
It’s not just the front that’s been toughened up, either, as the back panel is no longer bog-standard glass, but ceramic. Not only is the material more durable, but its bubble-like patterning adds some extra, pleasing detail. The aluminum band that runs around the top and sides of the device has also been re-skinned in a soft rose gold color. It’s almost too decadent given the phone would be just as happy in a toolbox as a jean pocket, but it looks great against the deep black of the rest of the handset.
So, not only has the P7 been treated to more premium materials on the front and back, but the whole package looks like a much superior version of the original. The only thing that gives away the smartphone’s roots is the bare, curved plastic on the bottom edge of the handset. It doesn’t do much to taint its overall appeal, however. Huawei’s releasing a limited quantity of Sapphire Edition devices in China later this month, and while the exact price remains a mystery, it’ll definitely be more expensive than standard P7 (duh!). The firm’s CEO Richard Yu told us discussions with global distribution partners are ongoing, so it is possible we could see a wider rollout in the future, but that scenario is still far from a lock.
Filed under: Cellphones, Mobile
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Wuaki.tv to join Netflix and Amazon with 4K streaming
In the competitive UK streaming market, pricing might be important, but many services live and die on the features they offer. With juggernauts like Netflix and Amazon already committing to bumping up the quality of their streams, Wuaki.tv is moving quickly to match its competition by adding 4K content to its service. The company has worked with LG and Samsung to develop a new app capable of streaming 4K movies direct to compatible TVs in the UK and Spain by the end of the year. Like Amazon and Tesco’s Blinkbox, Wuaki.tv offers a mixture of subscription or pay-as-you-go movies and TV shows, letting you stream its 4K content any way you want it.
Filed under: Home Entertainment, HD
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‘Rock Band’ creator wants to bend your mind with Samsung’s Gear VR
You may have tried VR, but have you ever totally, like really got into it, man? Harmonix, the creator of Rock Band and Dance Central wants to crank Samsung’s new Gear VR headset to 11 with an app called Harmonix Music VR. Details are sketchy, but the idea is to don the Oculus-powered device and start playing your favorite tunes. From there, the app will analyze the music and create a “high-resolution event sequence that drives the reactive elements in your virtual world.” In layman’s terms, we think that means it’ll generate “trippy visualizations.” Harmonix also used the words “vibrant” and “dreamscape,” so we’re pretty sure it’s going after a certain burgeoning market segment. It’ll arrive alongside Samsung’s Gear VR later this year, with pricing to follow.
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Starbucks’ iOS app lets you hail an Uber to get your caffè latte
Uber wants to make sure you always hail one of its cars on your way to get a pumpkin spice latte, so it has latched itself onto Starbucks for iOS. The coffee shop has just updated its app to show a special Uber button, just like the one on Google Maps, a couple of weeks after the ride-sharing service released a free API to a bunch of partner companies, including United Airlines, Hyatt Hotels and TripAdvisor. This button launches Uber from within the app, so you obviously need to have both software on your device for the scheme to work. That’s not such a bad deal, though — you might suddenly need it for a ride or to get lunch delivered to your doorstep… assuming Uber’s not banned where you live.
Filed under: Cellphones, Transportation, Mobile
Via: TheNextWeb
Source: iTunes
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Calling all makers — the deadline for Insert Coin submissions closes in 20 days
Before you party with us and RJD2 at Expand NYC in November (which is free, by the way!), you may first want to finalize those hardware designs. The deadline for Insert Coin entries is fast approaching, and you wouldn’t want to miss the chance to win up to $25,000 to fund the project of your dreams. We’ll only be accepting submissions until September 26th, after which we’ll choose 20 contenders and whittle it down to 10 semi-finalists by your vote. These lucky 10 will receive $1,000 in travel stipend, so they can showcase their creations at the Expand show floor. We’ll then let our panel of judges and you, our readers, decide which masterpiece (or two, if your tastes differ greatly) deserves a financial boost and time in the spotlight.
As we’ve mentioned in the past, the Readers’ Choice will take home $15,000, while the Judges’ Choice will get $10,000 to use however they want. So, make sure to read our Insert Coin submission guidelines in between putting those final touches to your work, and then fill out our entry form to make it official. Hope to see you in New York!
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Apple Already Preparing to Seed Carrier Partners With iOS 8.0.1
With still a few days to go until Apple’s media event where it will undoubtedly announce its launch plans for iOS 8, the company is already preparing to seed its carrier partners with an iOS 8.0.1 update for testing, according to BGR. Details on the update are unknown, as is a release timeframe, although last year Apple released a launch-day iOS 7.0.1 update for the iPhone 5s and 5c to fix a few bugs on those devices.
Visits to MacRumors from devices running iOS 8.0.1 on Apple’s networks
MacRumors has seen a significant increase in iOS 8.0.1 web log activity coming from Apple’s networks over the past couple of weeks, although the first signs of the version appeared as long ago as mid-July.
The last developer release of iOS 8 came one month ago in the form of iOS 8 beta 5, with the company likely holding back further seeds as it finalizes the software for its upcoming hardware. A sixth beta was reportedly seeded to carrier partners a couple of weeks ago, but with much more limited distribution for that release, developers have not had access to dig into it to look for new hints about the next-generation iOS devices.
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