Intel just announced a pending acquisition of Movidius, a chip manufacturer focusing on integrated system-on-chip solutions for machine learning and computer vision. It could be a key part towards building a standalone VR headset, and more. Movidius has developed compact chips that already power DJI’s Phantom 4 drones, enabling autonomous piloting. Movidius was also close …
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Now playing: Watch this: iPhone 7: All the rumors 3:21 All eyes will be on Apple Wednesday, and on the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus that everyone expects the company to announce. Now more than ever, Apple has the advantage to win back on-the-fencers who are as open to an iPhone as they are to a whole chorus of …
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Google is expected to host a media event next month that will focus on several hardware announcements, including new Pixel-branded phones and a 4K Chromecast, Android Police reported late Thursday. The phones will be called the Pixel and Pixel XL, unidentified sources told Android Police, although no other details, such as specs and expected released date, were available. The tech …
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What’s the best way to get you invested in a company? Offer the chance to participate in the creation of its products. That’s exactly what ZTE is doing with Project CSX, an initiative that taps the consumer base for ideas for its next gadget. There are few restrictions on the product, which just needs to be mobile and affordable. The …
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2016 was a big year for VR, and it’s about to get bigger. Google will be launching its Daydream VR platform in a matter of weeks, Bloomberg reports. Alphabet, Google’s parent company, is said to be investing big money on content for the platform. Much of this is going toward development of video games and apps, licensing sports leagues and …
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“From man’s sweat and God’s love, beer came into the world.” Saint Arnold of Metz said that, back in the sixth or seventh century, just before doing a knee-slide across the dance floor and falling asleep in a hedge. Beer hasn’t changed much since old St. Arnie’s time, but that doesn’t mean he wouldn’t appreciate new and interesting ways of …
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Samsung and USA Basketball have created a new 360-degree video series that follows the men’s national team in the lead-up to the Olympics. “Chasing the Dream” will be available exclusively from the Samsung VR app or online at Samsungvr.com, and viewable through the Samsung Gear VR headset. “We’re thrilled to work with the NBA and USA Basketball to give fans …
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Now playing: Watch this: Intel’s Project Alloy headset cuts the cord 1:12 The best virtual reality can be a pain to set up. You need a pricey PC, a fancy headset and great motion controllers, and you’ll still be tethered by a cord. But Intel’s Project Alloy wants to throw those limitations out the window. Intel CEO Brian Krzanich kicked …
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Samsung says it’s putting a cap on preorder stock of its new Galaxy Note 7 phone in Europe, citing “unprecedented” demand for its new mobile. As preorder sales of the company’s 5.7-inch gigantophone go live across the continent, Samsung says stock will be limited — a move that it says will ensure there are enough phones left to fill shop …
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