We compare Apple’s new iPhones with the ones from 2018 to see what’s changed, spec-by-spec. iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max specs vs. iPhone XR, XS and XS Max: What's new and different – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreJuli Clover / MacRumors: iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro models feature Haptic Touch, which was introduced in iPhone XR, effectively discontinuing 3D Touch from the newest iPhones — When introducing the new iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro models on stage this morning during the “By Innovation Only” keynote, Apple execs mentioned … iPhone
Read MoreNikhilesh De / CoinDesk: Filing: Blockstack raised $15.5M from its SEC-approved token offering under Reg A+, and another $7.6M in a separate token offering in Asia under Reg S — Blockstack has raised more than $20 million in a token sale approved by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the company announced Tuesday. Filing: Blockstack
Read MoreThe weird story of a viral Facebook event that became a festival has gotten even weirder. ‘Storm Area 51’ creator pulls out of his own event, calling it Fyre Festival 2.0 Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreThe trailer for Jason Momoa’s post-apocalyptic See just landed, and it’s certainly got the internet talking. 5 Apple Plus TV shows to be excited about – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreMicrosoft cofounder denies having a business relationship or friendship with the financier and convicted sex offender. Bill Gates says he met with Jeffrey Epstein for his connection to money – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreYou might have to provide your own wrist straps and eye clamps, but if you want to learn Morse code, [Seth] has a web site for you. You can get code practice using the Farnsworth method and each letter is flashed before you as it is sent, which we assume will burn it into your
Read MoreConnie Loizos / TechCrunch: Oregon-based Dutchie, a Shopify-like e-commerce platform used by 450 cannabis dispensaries in 18 states, raises $15M Series A — Ross Lipson comes from an entrepreneurial family, so perhaps it’s no wonder that as a college student, he dropped out of school to jump into the online food space … Oregon-based Dutchie,
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge It’s no secret that Apple’s been quietly trying to build an augmented reality headset. Over the past several years, Apple has hired, acquired, attempted to patent and repeatedly talked up the idea — Apple CEO Tim Cook called AR as big an idea as the smartphone, and reportedly
Read MoreAnd it’s not just shoes. Imagine being able to transform your wardrobe in an instant. MIT made futuristic ink that can change your shoe color like a chameleon – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreOur first impressions are in for Apple’s three new iPhones. Plus, every feature you should care about. iPhone 11, Pro and Max hands-on: Apple bets big on the camera – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreJohn Jurgensen / Wall Street Journal: Interview with Bill Gates on his public image, Jeffrey Epstein, Steve Jobs, and more ahead of a docuseries, Inside Bill’s Brain, debuting on Netflix Sept. 20 — A new documentary profiles the tech-titan-turned-philanthropist. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Mr. Gates reflects on his shifting public image.
Read MoreDirector Colin Trevorrow hints at another dinosaur adventure, this time on the small screen and airing Sept. 15 on FX. Jurassic World dinosaurs coming with Battle at Big Rock short film – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIllustration: Alex Castro / The Verge Earlier this year, screenshots leaked of an experimental Google Play game subscription service called Google Play Pass, which looked to be a direct answer to Apple’s similar Apple Arcade. But it doesn’t seem to be a test anymore — Google has now teased that Play Pass is officially “coming
Read MoreMark Gurman / Bloomberg: The biggest surprise at Apple’s keynote was not a new feature, device, or service, but an aggressive pricing strategy that’s a departure for the company — – Company lowers cost of some iPhone, Apple Watch models — $4.99 a month for TV+ video service undercuts many rivals The biggest surprise at
Read MoreApple today wrapped up its September event today with a few words about its new retail initiatives, including a trade-in program that should help users transition to the new iPhone 11. Apple revealed that, alongside the launch of the new iPhone models, it will be offering a new trade-in program allowing those who want to
Read MoreJon Fingas / Engadget: All iPhone 11 models have the U1 ultra-wideband chip for spatial awareness, whose underlying tech would enable Apple’s rumored Tile-like tracking tags — Apple introduced the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro with nary a mention of its rumored tracking tags, but the underlying technology appears to be present and accounted
Read MoreBloomberg: Sources: Texas AG has issued a 29-page civil investigation demand with 200+ directives for Google to provide detailed information on its ad business by Oct. 9 — – Investigative demand seeks details on ad tech, acquisitions — Document shows heart of Google business model targeted Sources: Texas AG has issued a 29-page civil investigation
Read MoreDynabook has unveiled Tecra X50, an ultrathin laptop that offers up to 32 GB RAM and WiFI 6 capability. Dynabook Ultrathin Laptop Launches with WiFi 6 Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreCox is the parent company of Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book and Manheim Auctions. EV startup Rivian gets a 0M investment from Cox Automotive – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreToday, coinciding with the announcement of the Apple Watch Series 5, Apple has launched Apple Watch Studio, a way to mix and match Watch casings and Watch straps to order the exact Apple Watch Series 5 that you want. It’s available right now on Apple’s website and in the Apple Store App, and will be
Read MoreThe Verge: Hands-on with Apple Watch Series 5: a dead ringer for Series 4, always-on display makes it a competent timepiece, compass mode is neat when it works — Always-on display is finally here — Apple announced the new Apple Watch Series 5 today, bringing the one thing that many have wanted … Hands-on with
Read MoreApple just announced the latest generation of its Watch fitness wearable. Apple Watch Series 5: Always-on display, ceramic and titanium models, native compass and more – CNET Source: CNet
Read MorePaul Sawers / VentureBeat: UK-based WaveOptics closes a $39M Series C, raising an additional $13M after it raised $26M last December, for its waveguide display tech for AR wearables — WaveOptics, a company that develops core optical components for augmented reality (AR) displays, has closed its “oversubscribed” series C round of funding at $39 million.
Read MoreThingiverse user [The-Mechanic] shared a design for 3D printed enclosures that are made to house wire and cable junctions, which can then be rendered weatherproof by injecting them with a suitable caulking compound and allowing it to cure. It’s a cross between an enclosure and potted electronics. It’s also a one-way trip, because the result
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