[Deal] Moto 360 (2015) only £190 from Amazon UK for a limited time
Amazon UK is running a lightning deal on the Moto 360 (2015), bringing the price of the Android Wear smartwatch down to just £190.
The wearable is normally priced at £229.99, but with this lightning deal, buyers will see £40 in savings. Unfortunately, the Moto 360 (2015) is only available in black from this particular retailer, but it’s still a very nice discount on a premium smartwatch.
Keep in mind that you’ll need to act fast. This is a lightning deal, and tech like this usually sells out insanely fast. If you’re interested, hit the link below!
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Automatic garbage bin promises to clean the oceans
Take a close look at the water in your local marina and you’ll probably shudder at the amount of waste floating around. You’d practically need a dedicated clean-up crew to make it safe, wouldn’t you? However, a pair of Australian surfers think they have a better way. Their crowdfunded Seabin promises to clean up marinas (and by extension, the ocean) through the one-two combo of a natural fiber garbage bin and an automated, above-the-water pump. It’s almost too simple a concept, but it seems to work — it sucks in all kinds of filth (including oil) and spits out clean water. You’d ideally leave a bunch of Seabins running at the dock all day, keeping the water relatively pristine.
Unlike a lot of crowdfunding projects, you probably won’t be backing this expecting a Seabin in return. It’ll require a hefty $3,825 pledge to get the gadget if and when it arrives in November 2016. With that said, it could still be worth chipping in a more modest amount. In addition to getting perks like clothing and prints, you’re getting the ball rolling on a device that could both improve immediate seaside conditions and fight ocean pollution as a whole.
Source: Indiegogo, Seabin Project
Deranged magnet shoes claim to let you walk on the moon
It’s one of those ideas that seems inspired at 3am after several beverages too many, but insane in the cold, harsh light of the following morning. Look, yeah, why not create a shoe that’s got two sets of repelling magnets pointed at each other, so that the wearer will feel, right, as if they’re floating on air, yeah? That’s the concept behind 2016 MoonWalker, an Indiegogo campaign for shoes that claim to make you feel as if you’re defying gravity with every step.
It’s a simple enough idea: sandwiched between the sole and the upper are two layers of neodymium magnets with the north poles facing each other. As such, the downward force of your steps would be cushioned and you’ll feel as if you’re wandering around in low gravity, or something. If the claims are to be believed, the sensation is “indescribable” and will help you “rediscover the joy of walking.” In addition, the shoes will be lined with Tyvek and the sole will be made of memory foam.
The company says that the footwear will launch in two varieties: a standard model, as well as one where part of the sole will have a customizable e-ink display. Using the companion app, users of the MoonWalker V2 would be able to display messages along the side of their shoe, and early birds can pick a pair up for as little as $150. That is, of course, assuming two things: firstly, that the whole thing isn’t just a big ol’ pile of flim-flam, and secondly, that anyone would want to own such an ugly-ass pair of kicks.
Source: Indiegogo, 2016MoonWalker
Microsoft’s Xiaoice AI becomes the first live TV weather host
Even though machines can now generate clickbait headlines and automatically write earthquake news reports in the name of journalism, live television has remained shielded from artificial intelligence. That hasn’t stopped Microsoft from trying to influence proceedings with its machine learning software, known as Xiaoice (or Little Bing), which became the first AI robot to host a segment on live TV last week.
The Chinese live program, “Morning News” introduced Xiaoice as a trainee anchor last Tuesday, where it took charge of the daily weather report. Microsoft says it calls upon smart cloud technologies and big data to learn about and interpret weather readings and then deliver reports with her “unique artificial intelligent style of emotional comments.” The AI is also more human-like than any other system of its kind, scoring 4.32 out of 5 in linguistic naturalness tests. For comparison, humans have an average score of 4.76.
Before it got its new gig on Chinese TV, Xiaoice started life as an advanced personal assistant for messaging apps Line and WeChat and social networking service Weibo. On Line, the bot appeared as a young character called Rinna, who would reply to users’ questions with human-like understanding and an abundance of emoji.
For Microsoft, Xiaoice is about proving that AI concepts can be made available to everyone, rather than serving in “sci-tech concepts.” While the bot capable of hosting on its own, its creators see it playing an important role in working alongside presenters, allowing it to “bring more bliss to human beings.”
Via: IB Times
Source: Microsoft (PR Newswire)
[Deal] Save over 30% on the Super Soft Texting Gloves
Unless you’re living in the mid-Atlantic, or California, this deal probably doesn’t pertain to you right now. However, in other places around the US, Winter is in full swing. When the temperature drops, the ability to use your phone while you’re on the go, goes to the wayside. There are a few options that allow you to keep your hands warm while still being able to interact with your devices when it’s a bit chilly outside.
The Super Soft Texting Gloves are one of those options, and one option that is quite a bit cheaper than other options on the market. Some options out there are leather gloves with soft finger tips, that allow you to look good and still use your devices, but those can be a bit pricey. The Super Soft Texting Gloves aren’t made out of leather, but instead are made from 100% polyester which is great since these are one-size-fits all.
- Works w/ most smartphones & tablets
- One-size-fits all
- Extra comfortable fit & feel
- Simple color & design matches everything
- Keeps your hands & fingertips warm
Normally priced at $10, which is already a steal, you can head over to the AndroidGuys Deals page, and grab the Super Soft Texting Gloves for only $6.75. Combine the 32% savings with the fact that you get Free Shipping, and this is one hell of a deal to keep your hands warm and still be able to use your devices on the go.
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Samsung files patent for new Smart Ring
Samsung could be set to launch a new smart ring accessory that would allow you to control various smartphone, TV and home automation system features directly from your finger.
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A new patent filed with the US Patent & Trademark Office reveals one potential use which is a smartphone recognising the smart ring and then displaying a contextually-aware menu which shows functions set in the ring as well as icons showing other functions that the ring can control. The diagram shows the other icons could include the TV, radio, blinds, lights and any other connected devices in your smart home.
Samsung isn’t the first to delve into smart rings, with the likes of Apple, Microsoft and Google all exploring the area in a series of patent filings. What could make Samsung’s smart ring unique is that it may connect with social networks such as Facebook which could open a series of endless possibilities.
Like plenty of other patent filings, this may prove to be nothing for many years yet but as Samsung’s Gear S2 shows with its unique rotating bezel, somethings are worth the wait. What will Samsung’s eventual Smart Ring be able to do, if it is even released? Let us know what you’d like to see in the comments below!
Deal: Aukey Quick Charge 2.0 15,000mAh power bank for $19.99
If you have been looking to pick up a power bank to keep your smartphone charged, then definitely check out this latest deal on an Aukey portable battery pack, which packs a whopping 15,000mAh of juice for just $19.99.
Not only does the Aukey power bank have enough capacity to keep a few smartphones charged all day, but it also supports Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 2.0 technology on compatible devices. There’s a standard USB output of 5V/1A for regular smartphones and tablets and the power pack can provide a Quick Charge 2.0 output of 5V/2A, 9V/1.67A or 12V/1.25A, depending on the connected device.
The Quick Charge 2.0 port works with handsets like the Galaxy S6 and Note 4, the Google Nexus 6, Motorola Droid Turbo and the LG G4, just to name a few. The Quick Charge port has a nice bright orange color so you know which is which, and there’s also a built in flash light for fumbling around with your gadgets in the dark.
The power bank is currently on offer with a reduced price from $59.99 down to $29.99, but you can save a further $10 if you apply the discount code GEQE4ZXD at check out. The offer is running until January 5th 2016, so you have a little bit of time if you fancy picking up this bargain.
‘Tilt’ is a new augmented reality game for Android Wear smartwatches
A new augmented reality game for Android Wear recently launched. Developer 13 App Design calls the app Tilt and bills it as “the first of its kind augmented reality app for Android Wear smartwatches.”
To play, users view their Android Wear watch through their phone to display the game. Once the game is displayed, users tilt their smartwatch up and down and side to side to roll the sphere in order to pick up boxes without falling off.
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Tilt is ad free and has no in-app purchases. It’s also worth noting that the game, in its current state, is a proof of concept, demoing the possibilities of augmented reality on Android Wear smartwatches.
The app’s description says an expanded version with more levels and features will be released, but does not say when.
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Acer expands its business to Ecuador with the Liquid Jade Z smartphone
Acer announced today that it’s expanding its business to Ecuador, bringing the Liquid Jade Z smartphone, announced earlier this year, to the country.
The smartphone is available from Corporación Nacional de Telecomunicaciones (CNT) stores, which is the first business in the country to offer Acer’s smartphones. Consumers will be able to pick up the Liquid Jade Z on a two-year prepaid plan, starting as low as $15 a month.
Under the hood of this affordable handset is a 5-inch IPS display with Acer’s proprietary Zero Air Gap technology, a 64-bit quad-core 1.5GHz processor, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of internal storage, a microSD slot, a 13-megapixel rear camera, a 5-megapixel front sensor, and a 2,300mAh battery. It also has some HD speaker packaged inside.
Acer’s Liquid Jade Z is available to buy in Ecuador starting today, and users will be able to get it on that aforementioned two-year pre-paid plan, starting at $15/month.
Press release below.
Acer Brings its Smartphone Business to Ecuador Editor’s Summary
SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 29, 2015 – Acer America continues to broaden its smartphone business with the delivery of its Liquid Jade Z smartphones to Ecuador. The award-winning Liquid Jade Z offers practical features for communicating via voice, text and data and is available through Ecuador’s CNT (Corporación Nacional de Telecomunicaciones) stores, the first to offer Acer smartphones in this country.
“We’re delighted to work with Corporación Nacional de Telecomunicaciones to offer our beautiful, feature-rich Liquid Jade Z smartphones to customers in Ecuador,” said Hugo Hernandez, vice president, Acer America Smartphone Business Group. “We believe consumers there will appreciate their style, ease-of-use and superb performance for increasing productivity and daily entertainment.”
Beautiful in form and function, the Liquid Jade Z’s stylish, curved and sleek design is .31 inches slim and weighs just 3.8 ounces, making it easy to use with just one hand. Powerful, it’s fueled by Android 4.4 4G LTE and provides 64-bit 1.5GHz quad-core processing for fast browsing, streaming and downloading.
The 5-inch HD IPS display is viewable from almost any angle and readable in most environments with Zero Air Gap technology, which decreases reflections. It’s safeguarded by a beautiful, yet strong Corning Gorilla Glass 3 panel and features a special read mode to protect eyes from blue-light emissions.
Featuring a voice-activated 13MP rear camera with a F1.8 aperture, the Liquid Jade Z creates beautiful pictures even in dimly lit environments. A front camera with a 5MP F2.2 aperture makes shooting selfies easy and Bright Magic integrates multiple pictures into one image. Exposure control can be controlled with just one finger to adjust focus and exposure independently for crystal clear shots. In addition, Dual Shot enables simultaneous images from the front and rear cameras for picture-in-picture and video-in-video.
Outfitted with 24Bit, 192KHz high resolution audio and a HD speaker with DTS Sound™, the Liquid Jade Z is ideal for enjoying HD music on the go. The 2300 mAh battery provides up to 5 hours of talk time or 400 hours in standby. In addition, AcerEXTEND lets customers control the smartphone via a cable or wirelessly using a Windows-based PC, typing with a keyboard or using drag and drop and sharing.
The Liquid Jade Z is available in charcoal gray with 1GB RAM/8GB ROM with a two-year prepaid plan starting at $15 USD monthly. It comes with a limited one year parts and labor warranty.
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Microsoft: We need a phone as good as the Surface line
Speaking to Twit’s Windows Weekly show, Microsoft’s Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) Chris Capossela has admitted that the company’s latest Windows Phones are not enough to reverse the ailing platform’s fortunes. Describing the flagship Lumia 950 as simply “solid,” he told host Leo Laporte and Microsoft journalists Mary Jo Foley and Paul Thurrott that the company has a lot more work to do before it can persuade people to “move from an iPhone to one of [Microsoft’s] phones.”
Capossela drew comparison to the company’s successful Surface program, which caught the public’s imagination despite “a bunch of early misfires.” He believes Microsoft needs “some sort of spiritual equivalent on the phone side that doesn’t just feel like a phone for people that love Windows.” Some are taking this to mean that Microsoft is working on a “breakthrough Surface phone.” In reality, given the context of a year-in-review podcast, it’s more likely Capossela is really just noting the sort of thing that Microsoft needs to do — create a unique device that appeals to a broad number of people. “We need time to actually build that,” he added.
The CMO also spoke about the importance of attracting the younger generation to the platform. “You need Snapchat, let’s face it,” retorted host Leo Laporte, “That’s all you really need if you want a 15-year-old.” The social app is not available on Windows Phone.
“You need Snapchat, you need Instagram … you need Uber, gotta have it. There’s 10-15 apps that you just have to have on the phone,” Capossela concurred. It’s clear Microsoft believes it has to get the hardware and OS right before customers — and developers — will flock to Windows Phone.
The full Windows Weekly episode is available on the show’s site, and the relevant segment starts at around the 38:30 mark.
Via: Tom’s Hardware
Source: Windows Weekly (Twit.tv)
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