Razer not giving up on Forge TV despite Play Store delisting
Earlier this week the Razer Forge TV was quietly pulled from the Google Play Store, prompting some speculation that it may be game over for Razer. A new statement from a Razer representative says the company is not giving up and if anything, is “doubling-down on Android” for gaming.
Part of Razer’s strategy is to build on its acquisition of OUYA earlier this year to produce a “spiritual successor” for Android TV gaming. In addition to continuing work on developing the OUYA platform, Razer is also working on ramping up manufacturing capacity to meet current demand for the Forge TV device.
Some sources think Razer may be targeting a new hardware release in January at CES 2016 in an effort to stay in the market.
source: Engadget
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11 gifts for audiophiles
Winter is coming. And with it also comes the need to show the loved ones in your life just how much you care for them by spending, spending, spending on gifts. Trouble is, there are just so many options to choose from. What you really need is someone, some outside force to hold your credit card-holding hand. And boy, do we have some suggestions for you. Happy Holidays! You’re very welcome.
“Music brings the people together,” a grande dame once sang in her characteristic sprechstimme. But what of the audiophiles? What brings them together? High-class sonic kit and the bragging rights that come with it, that’s what. Check out our choice selects below for the braggadocio you call bae.
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Mainframe computing pioneer Gene Amdahl dies at 92
Gene Amdahl, a pioneer of mainframe computing, died from pneumonia this week at age 92. Dr. Amdahl is known for is work with IBM, more specifically on the IBM 704, IBM 709 and other projects. He was also the chief architect on the System/360 series, a line of mainframe computers that would become the most successful in IBM’s history. In fact, it’s inner workings would influence computer design in the years that followed. After two stints with IBM, Dr. Amdahl set up the Amdahl Corporation that would directly compete with his former employer in the mainframe market. His machines were less expensive and faster that those of IBM while still being compatible with the company’s mainframe software. He also formulated Amdahl’s law which is used to predict the theoretical maximum speed improvement across multiple processors in parallel computing. Dr. Amdahl is survived by his wife, two daughters, five grandchildren and a brother.
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Source: New York Times
SXSW removes Gamergate panel from online harassment day
The organizers of South by Southwest have been dealing with significant backlash after cancelling a panel dedicated to overcoming the rampant harassment culture that has cropping up around video games in the last few years. Today, SXSW has confirmed that the previously-cancelled “Level Up: Overcoming Harassment in Games” session will be part of its March 12th Online Harassment summit. That summit was created following swift negative feedback over SXSW’s decision to cancel the Level Up panel after it received threats of on-site violence. It also announced that it’s moving a pro-Gamergate panel off of the online harassment day, as the panel doesn’t directly deal with harassment.
Via: The Verge
Source: SXSW
Quanta Reportedly Developing Next-Gen Apple Watch for 2016 Launch
Quanta Computer is reportedly working with Apple on development of the next-generation Apple Watch, according to Chinese-language website United Daily News [Google Translate].
The report is based on recent comments made by Quanta Computer chairman Barry Lam, who allegedly said development of Apple’s next wearable device is underway. Quanta assembles the current Apple Watch.
UDN claims the new Apple Watch will launch late in the second quarter of 2016, with volume shipments beginning in the third quarter.
If the rumored timeline is correct, the next-generation Apple Watch could launch by June 2016, with increased production towards mid- to late-2016. The current Apple Watch was announced in September 2014 and released last April.
A few months ago, Cowen and Company analyst Timothy Arcuri claimed the second-generation Apple Watch will launch in mid- to late-2016 and be thinner than current models. Few details are known about the upcoming device beyond a June report that said it will feature a FaceTime video camera and expanded Wi-Fi capabilities.
While a next-generation Apple Watch launching next year is realistic, UDN‘s report is questionable and should be treated with a proverbial grain of salt.
Tags: udn.com, Quanta, Apple Watch 2
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PowerPoint spruces up your presentation using image recognition
If you’ve ever slapped together a PowerPoint presentation at the last minute, Microsoft has an Office 2016 feature called Designer that may save your bacon. It worked with graphics pros to build about 12,000 “blueprint” design templates in total. All you have to do is select an image, and it will use the cloud “to analyze and identify the most compelling portion of your images,” and build an appropriate design. For instance, it can zoom in on the tomatoes or peas (above) to build a theme, or avoid busy overlay images altogether if you have lots of charts. Once you’ve picked an appropriate blueprint, you just need to fill it in with your content.
Source: Microsoft
The best photo inkjet printer
This post was done in partnership with The Wirecutter, a buyer’s guide to the best technology. Read the full article here.
By Amadou Diallo
After 76 hours of research and side-by-side testing with four different models, we found the $800 Epson SureColor P600 is the best photo inkjet printer for most people. It delivers professional-quality color prints, as well as black-and-white photographs that are as close to traditional darkroom prints as you’ll see from any digital printer around. Its prints also last longer than anything you’d get from a typical online photo service. The P600 can print on a wider variety of media than the competition, and its LCD touchscreen control panel makes setup and maintenance easy.
OnePlus 2 units begins receiving OxygenOS 2.1.2 update
Starting today, OnePlus 2 units will get the Oxygen 2.1.2 update. The update is rolling out in waves over-the-year so be patient if you haven’t received the notification yet.
OxygenOS version 2.1.2 is hitting OnePlus 2 handsets starting today. The update brings many performance tweaks, bug fixes, security patches and stability improvements. It also brings further enhancements to some of the device’s features. These include the UX preview in the Camera app, better customization for icons and lock-screen wallpaper support. You may also notice the addition of the Russian and Turkish language, which have been included with this update. And lastly, 2.1.2 will provide the needed support for shooting in RAW on third-party camera applications. All in which will make for a better and more fluent interface.
OnePlus has noted if you’re a FV-5 camera user, the company will be rolling out an update to support RAW shooting on the OnePlus 2. The version number is 2.79.5 and it will also be rolling out in the coming days.
Source: OnePlus
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[TA Deals] The SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller is only $29.95 for a limited time
That’s right, folks. You can Nintendo-ify your mobile gaming life with a SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller, which is selling for a meager $29.95 for a limited time. This controller is a 1:1 original replica of the classic gray controller with purple buttons. Even with its old-school design, it functions just as any Bluetooth controller would!
Here’s a small overview of what you’re getting:
- Play all the latest games
- Connect via Bluetooth or the included USB cable
- Use w/ your PC, Mac, consoles & more
- Play multiplayer games using the dual-keyboard code system for iOS
- Play w/ up to four players on Wii w/ Wiimote emulation support
- Carry it in your back pocket thanks to its slim, portable size
- Game for up to 20 hours without taking a break to recharge the battery
- Play touchscreen-only games w/ touchscreen simulation
- Recharge the battery 1000+ times
This controller isn’t just compatible with Android devices, though. You can take the SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller and hook it up to almost any device, whether it be on iOS, Windows, Mac, or rooted devices. When it comes down to it, you can connect this controller with almost anything that supports Bluetooth, including consoles like the Wii. The Wii is even compatible with up to four controllers through its emulation support.
The SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller usually sells for $35, but for a limited time, we’re giving our readers here at Talk Android a 14% discount, bringing the price of the controller down to a meager $29.95! It’s a deal you don’t want to pass up!
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Sony Xperia Z5 Premium comes to new markets
Sony fans rejoice! The Sony Xperia Z5 Premium is coming to markets in Europe.
For those of you who don’t recall, the Sony Xperia Z5 Premium is the first smartphone to feature a 4k display resolution. One of Sony’s past troubles has always been bringing its devices to a wide amount of markets. However, Sony just announced that its super high-end Xperia Z5 Premium flagship is headed to Europe.
Sony will be selling it on multiple European carriers. Users will get the choice of either black or gold color options, with the silver version being a bit harder to find. Buyers in Europe will have to pay a pretty penny if they want to buy the Xperia Z5 Premium. Depending on the source, location and variant, the device will range from €800 to €830 or approximately $860 – $895 USD.
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