Browsing Category: Reviews and Gadgets

  • New DHS center aims to protect US infrastructure from cyberattacks

    The Department of Homeland Security is expected to announce a new center today that will work to protect US infrastructure from cyberattacks, the Wall Street Journal reports. DHS Under Secretary Christopher Krebs told the publication that the Nationa… Source: Engadget | New DHS center aims to protect US infrastructure from cyberattacks

    July 31, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Nissans will remind you to check the back seat before walking away

    Smart cars don't just mean built-in Google Maps or radar-assisted cruise control. Nissan, for instance, is making a different kind of safety feature standard equipment: a sensor that reminds you to check the back seat for any errant loved ones. The f… Source: Engadget | Nissans will remind you to check the back seat before …

    July 31, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Toyota's latest hydrogen-powered semi boasts 300-mile range

    Toyota has made a lot of progress on its hydrogen fuel cell semi truck since unveiling the Alpha model in 2017. The automaker has unveiled a Beta version of its Project Portal semi that promises huge improvements. For one, the zero-emissions vehicle… Source: Engadget | Toyota's latest hydrogen-powered semi boasts 300-mile range

    July 31, 2018 | by Raheel
  • How to watch the Evo 2018 fighting games tournament

    The biggest annual fighting game tournament is happening this weekend in Las Vegas, but you don't have to go to Sin City to watch players virtually pummel each other. You can watch Evo 2018 as it unfolds on the tournament's official Twitch channels -… Source: Engadget | How to watch the Evo 2018 fighting games …

    July 31, 2018 | by Raheel
  • China uses VR eye tracking to gauge success of drug rehab

    China's rehab centers are no strangers to using technology to treat addiction. The latest approach, however, is rather unusual. Shanghai drug rehab facilities (not pictured here) are trialing a combination of VR, eye tracking and skin sensors to both… Source: Engadget | China uses VR eye tracking to gauge success of drug rehab

    July 31, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Sony unveils the Bravia Master Series, its latest high-end TVs

    Your quest for the best 4K TV just got a bit more complicated. Sony just announced the Bravia Master Series TVs, 4K sets powered by its new X1 Ultimate image processor. Naturally, the flagship A9F is an OLED TV, while the Z9F is a cheaper LED model…. Source: Engadget | Sony unveils the Bravia Master …

    July 31, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Google signs up PlayStation VR engineer Richard Marks

    The head of Sony's virtual reality efforts has left the company after 19 years and moved to another California-based tech giant: Google. Richard Marks headed Sony's Magic Lab, the group behind the PlayStation VR headset, and served as the company's v… Source: Engadget | Google signs up PlayStation VR engineer Richard Marks

    July 31, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Samsung looks to foldable OLEDs as phone sales slow down

    As expected, Samsung's Q2 2018 earnings report shows that operating profit is still up from last year and net profit for the same periods came in 0.1 percent lower as growth is slowing. While its memory chip and processor businesses remain strong, th… Source: Engadget | Samsung looks to foldable OLEDs as phone sales slow …

    July 31, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Google Calendar makes it easier to reschedule a meeting

    We've all been unable to make it to appointments for one reason or another, so Google Calendar has added an option which could make finding a new meeting time a cinch. When you're invited to an event, instead of responding with yes, no or maybe, you… Source: Engadget | Google Calendar makes it easier to …

    July 31, 2018 | by Raheel
  • Blue Microphones sells to Logitech for $117 million

    As the market for equipment needed by podcasters, streamers and other content creators grows, Blue Microphones has become a trusted and well-known name. Now Logitech has stepped in to acquire the company for about $117 million in cash. Both companies… Source: Engadget | Blue Microphones sells to Logitech for 7 million

    July 31, 2018 | by Raheel