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May 2016

46 posts

LetGo Buys Wallapop, Consolidates Online Classifieds Apps

Posting classified ads can be an annoying but unavoidable aspect of modern life. It used to be, the only way to get a classified ad out into the world was to call up your local newspaper or other circular and pay an inflated rate for a few lines of text, followed by a phone number. This process has improved somewhat in

Blizzard Will Ban Cheaters in Overwatch

The world needed heroes, and an incredible 9.7 MILLION of you answered the call. Here's to our next adventure! pic.twitter.com/YIusT0rCUa

Google Puts One More Nail Into Flash’s Coffin

Adobe Flash may be dying the slowest death of any software platform that's ever existed. And it's about to move even closer to its demise, based on a recent announcement from Google. The search engine and internet services giant has announced that it will stop Flash from loading by default for most websites in its popular Google Chrome web browser. Google

Activision Blizzard Launched an ESports Broadcast Network

Activision Blizzard Media Networks (ABMN) has announced the launch of new content, broadcast experiences, and distribution partners for its MLG.tv streaming platform. It will deliver live eSports tournament coverage both through MLG.tv and also through Facebook. This announcement was made at the IAB Digital Content NewFronts 2016 event. MLG.tv debuted its Enhanced Viewing Experience (EVE) at the event. EVE is

GNC #1116 Comcast up to same old Tricks!

Comcast appears to be up to the same old tricks in using third parties to do their dirty work.. Quick show today back to the studio next week. Lot's accomplished these two past weeks on the road but ready for some Aloha. Download the Audio Show File Show Links: Glass Repairman Needed on ISS. Western Digital owns Sandisk. Pirate Bay

Devolo Updates Home Control

Last night Devolo pushed out a major update to its Home Control platform, providing additional functionality in four new areas. The update occurred painlessly on my system and while I wasn't able to fully explore the new features, I've managed a few screenshots. First, there are three new supported devices with two sensors, flood and humidity, and one actuator, a

Google Proposes a Series of “Professional Women” Emoji

Google has designed thirteen brand new emoji in order to increase the representation of professional women in emoji. The purpose is to highlight the diversity of women's careers and to empower young women and girls everywhere. Google has presented these new emoji to the Unicode Consortium, a non-profit organization that is dedicated to creating standardized emojis and text characters that

Disney Discontinues Production of Disney Infinity

There is something ironic about hearing that a video game system with the word “infinity” in it's name is about to end. Disney has decided to discontinue production of Disney Infinity. This will likely be sad news for kids (and adults, for that matter) who were having fun playing the games and collecting the figures. Disney Infinity, for those who are

RollyCat Pet Toy at Gadget Show Live

Cats are possibly the laziest animals on the planet but they shouldn't be completely indolent. They need regular exercise but it needs to be on their terms and most cats won't go on a lead for walkies. At Gadget Show Live, Raido from Wazombi Labs tells me about RollyCat, the world's first cat companion and fitness tracker. The RollyCat is small remote

iClever Outdoor Wireless Speaker Review

On review here is the iClever Outdoor Wireless Speaker IC-BTS03. It's an IP65 water resistant Bluetooth speaker with a 10 hour playtime. Perfect for outdoor tunes! Let's take a look. The iClever Speaker is a orange and black cuboid with speaker grilles on two sides, controls on the top, inputs on one side and a camera mount on the bottom with a rubber

GNC #1115 Facebook Editorial Agenda?

Appears Facebook may be playing favorites when it comes to the content it presents the masses. Several editors have come forward and presented concerning evidence that shows Facebook may need to look at how it's not serving at least 50% of it's users. Download the Audio Show File Show Links: Suppressing Conservative News. HMV on the Grow. Mercury crossing the

iOS 10 To Come With HomeKit Controller App

The so-called Internet of Things is bringing more and more connected devices into our lives. And as the market for these smart gadgets continues to expand, one question seems to be on everyones minds; How will all of these different products communicate with each other? Some manufacturers have developed their own proprietary products and tools to ensure their own devices

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