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Streaming-music service Deezer announces IFTTT integration
Feature-wise, there’s really not much of a difference between the many service providers jockeying for control of the streaming-music market. So when one of them does something as interesting as adding IFTTT (IF This Then That) support, you just can’t … Continue reading
Qualcomm will lay off 15% of its workforce, succumbs to cult of ‘shareholder value’
Qualcomm had a mildly down quarter. In response, the CEO has kowtowed to activist investors, will fire 15% of employees, and vowed to investigate spinning Qualcomm’s chip business off into its own business.
Sling gets sued over Slingbox desktop ads
The maker of Slingbox and SlingPlayer is facing a lawsuit after inserting advertisements into its desktop software. The lawsuit accuses Sling Media of a “bait and switch,” as customers Mark Heskiaoff and Marc Langenohl purchased their Slingboxes under the impression … Continue reading
Earth-like planet orbiting Sun-like star discovered: NASA
NASA has announced today that the Kepler Space Telescope has revealed the first near-Earth size planet in the so-called habitable zone around another star 1,400 light-years from Earth, in the constellation Cygnus — and that star closely resembles our own … Continue reading
Apple’s security requirements are reportedly holding up HomeKit
Apple launched HomeKit last year to unite your smart home accessories under one framework. But we’ve only seen a handful of HomeKit-compatible devices on store shelves, and now manufacturers are saying Apple’s tough security demands are causing the delay. Devices … Continue reading
Netflix’s new TV interface sounds kind of iffy
Netflix is rolling out a new feature for its TV applications that seems like it could cause some confusion. When users select a video from Netflix’s main menu screen, playback will begin or resume automatically after a few seconds. Additional … Continue reading
Why Team Autobahn wants Nokia’s navigation maps business
Audi, BMW, Daimler (Mercedes) want the major mapping service in their hands. Not in the clutches of Apple, Google or Uber.
ExtremeTech explains: How do SSDs work?
Ever wondered how SSDs read and write data, or what determines their performance? Our tech explainer has you covered.
Why I’m dumping Google Chrome
I’ve been a Chrome user for years, but after recent experiences, I’m dumping the browser.
Sears vs Target: Which store operates the best connected-home showroom?
The connected home isn’t just a dream for consumers, it’s also a bonanza for retailers who stand to cash in big on shoppers looking to upgrade their home life with a few well-chosen gadgets. But connected-home devices are quite a … Continue reading
