Since the release of the original Raspberry Pi single board computer, the WiringPi library by [Gordon] has been the easy way to interface with the GPIO and peripherals – such as I2C and SPI – on the Broadcom SoCs which power these platforms. Unfortunately, [Gordon] is now deprecating the library, choosing to move on rather
Read MoreTesla often touts that its cars are really safe, but the company has just received a specific recognition of that safety for the first time ever: the Model 3 was just awarded “top safety pick” from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The Model S had previously fallen short of earning top marks from
Read MoreThe LISA mission will detect gravitational waves from space with an extremely precise space laser system. Space laser prototype to detect ripples in fabric of the universe unveiled – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCrystal Tse / Bloomberg: Datadog, an app performance monitoring and analytics platform, raises $648M in US IPO, valuing the company at $7.83B, after rejecting Cisco’s acquisition offer — Datadog Inc. raised $648 million in its U.S. initial public offering, pricing its shares above an already increased target range. Datadog, an app performance monitoring and analytics
Read MoreThe next-generation vibrating Crusher headphone with Sensory Bass is the company’s first to feature active noise-cancellation. Skullcandy's new Crusher ANC headphones deliver bone-rattling sound with noise cancellation – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreAstronomers are surprised by the speed of this wimpy galaxy glow-up. New type of black hole activity discovered in dramatic galaxy transformation – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreHam radio, especially the HF bands, can be intimidating for aspiring operators, many being put off by the cost of equipment. The transceiver itself is only part of the equation and proper test and measurement equipment can easily add hundreds of dollars to the bill. However, such equipment goes a long way to ease the
Read MoreBloomberg: Sources: Cisco approached Datadog recently with a takeover offer significantly higher than the $7B valuation it is aiming for in an IPO expected this week — – Software company rejected offer to instead pursue IPO — Datadog expected to raise up to $624 million Wednesday Sources: Cisco approached Datadog recently with a takeover offer
Read MoreLet’s roll. No dice: Truck spills more than 200,000 gaming dice onto highway – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreFinSMEs: Dental Intelligence, a Utah-based analytics and workflow automation platform for dental practices, raises $34M Series A — Dental Intelligence, Inc., a Pleasant Grove, UT-based analytics and workflow automation platform for dental practices, raised a $34m Series A growth round of funding. Dental Intelligence, a Utah-based analytics and workflow automation platform for dental practices, raises
Read MoreImage: Apple Apple today posted trailers and new info for two of its original shows destined for its upcoming Apple TV Plus streaming service. The programs, the family-oriented shows Helpsters and Ghostwriter, are slated to arrive on launch day for TV Plus, which will be available starting November 1st. We can’t embed the trailers, but
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Netflix is mulling over paying some form of bonuses to filmmakers whose movies perform well on the streaming platform or nab prestigious awards, according to a report from Bloomberg. The tactic would be a way to win over on-the-fence directors and producers who might be shopping a project
Read MoreYes, you really need it — here’s where to get it. Where to get a flu shot this flu season – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreDisney CEO Bob Iger says he would have seriously discussed a merger if Steve Jobs were still alive. Apple and Disney could have merged under Steve Jobs – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreHuawei is set to reveal the Mate 30 – its latest flagship phone – at an event in Munich, Germany on September 19. The event will begin at 2PM CEST/8AM ET. If you want to watch it, you can head on to Huawei’s YouTube page here, or better yet, just watch the stream below: The
Read MoreFrederic Lardinois / TechCrunch: GitHub buys code analysis tool Semmle, which helps identify security vulnerabilities and has Microsoft, Google among clients; Semmle raised $31M in VC funding — Microsoft’s GitHub today announced that it has acquired Semmle, a code analysis tool that helps developers and security researchers … GitHub buys code analysis tool Semmle, which
Read MoreWill Game of Thrones be crowned the best TV show? Will Netflix beat HBO? We take a look at the prospects of the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards this Sunday. Emmys 2019: Start time, how to watch, predictions – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreGoogle’s Pixel-branded smartwatch was supposedly very close to being a real thing. As detailed in a Business Insider report that interviewed six former employees, Google hardware lead Rick Osterloh reportedly dropped the axe on the idea just ahead of the original Pixel phone’s unveiling in 2016. The main reason for the sudden change in plans,
Read MoreSahil Patel / Wall Street Journal: Nielsen acquires a minority stake in OpenSlate, which evaluates brand safety of video content on YouTube and Facebook; source: deal values OpenSlate at $100M+ — Measurement company will offer customers digital content-quality ratings — Nielsen Holdings PLC has acquired a minority stake … Nielsen acquires a minority stake in
Read MoreAmazon’s waterproof Paperwhite e-book reader is $90, while the new entry-level Kindle is $65. Kindle Paperwhite is off for a limited time – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe next game in the massive Call of Duty franchise, a reboot of the Modern Warfare series, launches in just over a month, in line with Activision’s annual release model. Yet new to this Call of Duty entry is cross-play multiplayer, so you can squad up with your friends across systems. Now, the developers at
Read MoreThe broadcast satellite provider could either become its own separate company or be sold off Dish, according to The Wall Street Journal. AT&T looking to ditch DirecTV, report says – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreRockstar this week joined the ranks of game publishers who have launched their own PC game libraries. The Rockstar Games Launcher is now available for Windows users… and hopefully the sign of a new release to come. The launcher, according to Rockstar Games, functions as a combination storefront and collection for already-owned Rockstar games. Supposedly
Read MoreFair warning: once you’ve watched [Stephen]’s tiny workshop tour, you will officially be out of excuses for why you need to expand your workshop. And, once you see his storage and organization hacks, you’ll be shamed into replicating some in whatever space you call home. [Stephen]’s woodshop is a cozy 6′ x 8′ (1.8 m
Read MorePreliminary figures from a national survey show that the prevalence of e-cigarette use among minors has doubled from 2017 through this year, despite national campaigns warning of the dangers. Teenage Vaping Rises Sharply Again This Year Source: NY Times Tech
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