New iPod Touch Teardown Confirms 1,043 mAh Battery and 1GB of RAM
iFixit has posted a detailed teardown of the new sixth-generation iPod touch, confirming that the device has a 1,043 mAh rated lithium-ion battery and 1GB of SK Hynix LPDDR3 RAM. Comparatively, the fifth-generation iPod touch released in 2012 had a 1,030 mAh rated battery and 512MB of RAM.
The teardown also provides a closer look at the new iPod touch’s Apple A8 chip and M8 motion coprocessor (NXP Semiconductors LPC18B1UK ARM Cortex-M3 Microcontroller), Toshiba NAND flash memory, InvenSense MP67B 6-axis gyroscope and accelerometer, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi module, Broadcom and Texas Instruments touchscreen controllers and other components.
The new iPod touch received a relatively low repairability score of 4 out of 10, with ten being the easiest to repair, due to several components being soldered together, no external screws and ribbon cables that are difficult to remove. iFixit has posted detailed step-by-step teardown instructions for the new iPod touch and sells the required tools and parts for most do-it-yourself repairs on its website.
Leaked ‘iPhone 6s Plus’ Images Showcase Rear Casing and ‘Stronger Body’
A few new images of the so-called “iPhone 6s Plus” today have been shared by Future Supplier (via Nowhereelse.fr), putting emphasis on the new iPhone’s visual similarities to the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus line-up while mentioning a “stronger” construction to the device’s rear casing.
Future Supplier noticed a slight difference between the iPhone 6s Plus and last year’s model, specifically in the location of a few screws used to hold the loud speaker module. But otherwise, the website noted a pretty aesthetically similar device, which makes sense for an “S” generation upgrade for the iPhone 6 line.
iPhone 6s Plus on the left with screw holes that are “slightly higher” than the iPhone 6 Plus’ on the right
Another slight difference may come in the material actually used to create the rear housing for the iPhone 6s Plus, according to a source that spoke with Future Supplier. The source noted that the backing of last year’s iPhone 6 Plus was “smoother” than the new iPhone, but simultaneously the 6s Plus will be getting a “stronger” rear housing, perhaps in response to the “Bendgate” controversy.
Sony creates ultra violet mural using Xperia Z3 in London
Smartphone cameras are always improving and over the past few years, we’ve seen them achieve the levels that were previously only achievable using a professional camera. To showcase its Xperia Z3 smartphone, Sony took to the streets of London to bring to life the low light capabilities of its handset.
In partnership with a series of street artists, the murals are designed to bring to life the ability of the Xperia Z3 to capture crisp images in low light conditions. The first mural (which you can see above) was created by Dan Kitchener, who is known for impressionistic street scenes at night.
The mural went live this past weekend adorning the Hat and Feathers Pub at 2 Clerkenwell Road and will be joined by further murals across London’s streets over the next seven weeks, with the second set to created by artist Zina and live on the Great Eastern Bear Gallery in Shoreditch from July 20.
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The project sees artists create murals using the theme of “I Can See in the Dark” and the project forms part of Sony’s latest “I Can” advertising campaign for its smartphone. The Xperia Z3 has been available in the UK for several months now and amongst its specs list, it includes a 20.7MP G-Lens camera and the ability to shoot images at up to ISO 12800 sensitivity, which helps capture stunning low light pictures.
The murals are just one of a range of marketing campaigns and projects that Sony has dreamed up to help promote its smartphone, with others including sponsorship of the UEFA Champions League (which was previously sponsored by HTC but expired at the end of last season) and its Arctic Enema 2.0 obstacle at Tough Mudder London West 2015. The question is whether Sony’s marketing campaigns will be enough to right its product strategy and this remains to be seen.
The smartphone’s successor is also set to launch in the UK with the Xperia Z3+ bringing a range of tweaked features including a newer processor, extra RAM and slightly modified build. Building on the Xperia Z3, Sony is hoping its latest smartphone delivers the best experience possible but with concerns over its processor, it remains to be seen whether it truly delivers.
For more on the Xperia Z3, check out our full review while you can find out more about its successor in our Xperia Z3+ review. Have you spotted any of the murals in London? What did you think of them? Let us know your views in the comments below guys!
Report: Samsung set to launch the Galaxy Tab S2 next week?
The upcoming Galaxy Tab S2 is, arguably, a mash-up between the Nexus 9 and Galaxy Tab S (both seen here) as far as design and aspect ratio go.
Tablet aficionados are no doubt chomping at the bit over the lack of love their favorite form factor has received so far this year. Amid reports of poor sales, and a general feeling of consumer apathy, it’s tough times finding a flagship tablet. Samsung, having arguably released several last year, has been on a far more reserved tone in 2015, with only the Galaxy Tab A and Galaxy Tab E under its belt so far. We’ve heard talk of the Galaxy Tab S2 for months now, yet nary a press-release in sight has made even the most patient ask when the time is right to let them loose in the market, especially given their recent skirt through government regulatory inspection.
A new report is suggesting the follow-up to last year’s Galaxy Tab S will be announced as soon as next week, in both 8-inch and 9.7-inch variants, conforming to the new 4:3 aspect ratio Samsung has chosen for this year’s tablets. This would make sense, as barring any further delays, the devices run the risk of being overshadowed by the possible August 12th launch of the Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge+. Along with the release date report, two new pictures have been leaked, though they raise a fair question that has been lurking since the very first images appeared:
The picture looks to be a press render and matches with the images seen from China’s regulatory committee, as well as various leaks over the past months. Still, there is the curious question as to just why Samsung has apparently decided to remove the LED-flash from the rear camera. Given that this is a flagship product, and in-light of last year’s Tab S pair having such a component, it raises the possibility of cost-cutting measures. Considering these devices are expected to retail between $440 and $650 (for the LTE variant), there is arguably no excuse for such doings. The pictures also further the understanding that both black and white variants will ship with a rather standard-affair trim as opposed to the more nuanced, striking bronze colored one that adorned last year’s offerings.
The Galaxy Tab S2 series is purported to feature a QHD Super AMOLED display, an Exynos 5433 CPU, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of on-board storage, microSD support, and Android Lollipop (the exact version of which is seemingly less clear). They are expected to come in at a svelte 5.4mm. Because the specs aren’t wildly different from last year’s offerings, we expect Samsung to push the new aspect ratio, inclusion of the S6’s fingerprint sensor, a possibly updated build of TouchWiz, and the metal unibody construction.
Will you be purchasing any of the Tab S2 variants? Leave us a comment below along with a note as to which one(s).
Samsung’s new advertisement focuses on the Galaxy S6 Edge’s camera
The latest advertisement from Samsung is all about promoting the speed of the camera found in the Galaxy S6 Edge. In the thirty-second commercial, two women are trying to capture photographs of a dog that popped into the room. They double-press the home button to quickly launch the camera and the Galaxy S6 Edge can immediately take photos so not a single moment is missed. Both women then admire their photos taken with the phone’s 16MP camera on a crisp Quad HD display.
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Google posts strong second quarter growth, mobile leads the way for earnings
On Thursday, Google posted its latest financial figures for the second quarter of 2015, reporting nearly $18 billion in revenues. This is an 11% percent since last year. Most of Google’s revenues unsurprisingly came from mobile search growth. And from that revenue came $3.93 billion.
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Top ‘Counter-Strike’ player admits eSports has a doping problem
Performance-enhancing drugs are nothing new to sports. When your physical abilities are the difference between victory and defeat, many athletes turn to banned substances to gain a crucial advantage. Now, it seems, the same practice is bleeding into eSports too. A top Counter-Strike: Global Offensive player has admitted that everyone in his former team, Cloud 9, were taking the psychostimulant Adderall during a professional tournament. In a video interview, Kory “Semphis” Friesen said: “The ESL (Electronic Sports League) comms were kinda funny in my opinion — I don’t even care, we were all on Adderall.”
The interviewer, Mohan Govindasamy, then suggested that “everyone” at ESEA (E-Sports Entertainment Association) tournaments takes the drug. “Yeah,” Friesen replied.
Adderall is a “smart drug” that’s normally used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It helps the user concentrate, reduces fatigue and can also boost reaction times. Unsurprisingly, it’s a popular choice for students cramming for exams. It’s also been used by traditional athletes, and is mostly banned by the NFL, MLB and NHL. But Adderall abuse in eSports isn’t new either. An anonymous player interviewed by Eurogamer said Adderall use was “very widespread” in the US eSports scene. In the same piece, Michal Blicharz, managing director of ESL, said drug abuse “did not seem commonplace” and that he doesn’t believe players are using them to improve their performances.
Well, the recent interview with Friesen seems to suggest otherwise. It’s hard to tell just how commonplace Adderall usage is right now, but if the eSports industry wants to be taken seriously, it needs to stamp out these performance-enhancing drugs quickly — or risk a tarnished reputation similar to other popular sports such as road cycling.
Filed under: Gaming
Via: Wired
Source: YouTube
How Google’s robotic cars deal with human stupidity
Like the Terminator T-800, Google’s self-driving cars don’t feel pity, remorse or fear. But they also never lose their patience or get distracted by smartphones, and Google has revealed data collected by its vehicles showing just how bad we human drivers can get. It said the goal with the Medium article was to improve road safety by reminding us that “driver error causes 94 percent of crashes.” Program director Chris Urmson said that “our safety drivers routinely see people weaving in and out of their lanes; we’ve spotted people reading books, and even one playing a trumpet.”
Google released a video recreation of an intersection accident — one of 11 its cars have experienced — when its vehicle was rear-ended (bottom). Google’s car slowed to a stop at an intersection behind another vehicle, even though the light was green. However, the driver behind them only saw the green light and not the stopped cars, and plowed into Google’s sensor-equipped rig. Urmson said that such drivers are often “checking their devices instead of watching the road.” On the other hand, its self-driving cars have “360 degree visibility and 100 percent attention out in all directions at all times.”
Other dangerous situations involve freeway exits, turns and lane changes, and Google pointed out that cyclists and pedestrians are particularly at risk. It cited the case of a cyclist who got a late start across an intersection and was nearly hit by a left turning car. “Our car predicted the cyclist’s behavior (in the red path, above) and did not start moving until the cyclist was safely across the intersection.” He added that the cars are programmed to pause briefly when a light turns green, as “that’s often when someone will barrel impatiently or distractedly through the intersection.” None of this is new information to drivers, of course, but it’s interesting to see it from the viewpoint of an all-seeing robotic car that never feels road rage.
[Image credit: Associated Press]
Filed under: Transportation, Google
Translogic 180: Zombie 222 Electric ’68 Mustang
Translogic heads to Austin, TX for a chance to drive the all-electric Zombie 222, a 1968 Ford Mustang converted by Mitch Medford and his team at Blood Shed Motors. The Zombie 222 has classic looks, but modern performance with over 800 horsepower and 1,800 ft-lbs of torque, making it the fastest electric car we’ve ever driven on Translogic.Translogic heads to Austin, TX for a chance to drive the all-electric Zombie 222, a 1968 Ford Mustang converted by Mitch Medford and his team at Blood Shed Motors.
“I wanted to start a company that would do nothing but specialize in converting vintage iconic cars into supercars,” said Medford.
The Zombie 222 has classic looks, but modern performance with over 800 horsepower and 1,800 ft-lbs of torque, making it the fastest electric car we’ve ever driven on Translogic. Those mind-blowing specs helped the Zombie 222 conquer the Texas Mile, setting the electric speed record at 174.2 miles per hour.
“The Zombie 222 has been breaking electric records, said Medford. “Now it’s time to break records-gas or electric.”
Next up for Medford and his Zombie 222 is a Kickstarter-funded attempt at 200 miles per hour. But first, we take a turn behind the wheel.
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Filed under: Transportation
Amazon’s reportedly bringing its grocery delivery service to the UK
Amazon’s made a name for itself as the online store that sells practically everything, but it’s certainly not a site you visit for your weekly shop. That might change in near future, however, as according to The Times, Amazon is gearing up to launch its AmazonFresh grocery-delivery service in the UK. Amazon introduced the same-day delivery service for household essentials in the US last year, and its now thought it could premiere in London — where Amazon launched one-hour Prime deliveries last month — as early as September. AmazonFresh would effectively be competing with the likes of Ocado and the delivery options of several bricks-and-mortar supermarkets, but it’s not quite that simple, and we doubt it’ll have existing players quaking in their boots.
You see, in the US AmazonFresh is positioned as a premium service, and you can’t even begin to load up your virtual basket with bread and milk without a “Prime Fresh” subscription that costs $299 per year (roughly £192). That’s a hefty mark-up on the standard $99 Prime subscription, and even then, you still have to pay a delivery fee if your basket doesn’t meet the $50 free delivery threshold. Chances are Amazon will introduce a similarly pricey Fresh subscription in the UK, which will undoubtedly put a lot of potential customers off the service. It could become more attractive in time, however, if Amazon brings its Dash shopping-assistant gadget and quick-order buttons over here, though these are still only being piloted in the US for now. Naturally, we reached out to Amazon to confirm the launch of Fresh in the UK, but all it had to say was: “We do not comment on rumour or speculation.”
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Filed under: Household, Internet, Amazon
Source: The Times
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