via Instagram LG just showcased its brand new all-in-one iris scanning module. The once popular Galaxy Note 7 had two separate cameras sensors for scanning the iris whereas LG will use a single module. This means it will be cleaner aesthetically, but more importantly, this means the size of the module is smaller. An LG official confirmed that the company will start incorporating this into next year’s smartphones, adding that “it is possible” the LG G6 will see an iris-scanner. //
via Instagram NEW VIDEO. The most commonly damaged part of any smartphone is the screen and given the cost of our beloved devices, it’s understandable that you’d want to protect it. We put together a quick video tutorial with some basic instructions to help you install any screen protector. LINK IN BIO.
via Instagram Standard roofing doesn't provide fiscal benefit back to the homeowner, besides possibly improving the cost of the home. Tesla’s new products the Solar Roof and Powerwall 2.0 do just that, by generating enough energy to fully power a household and keep a reserve in case of excess need. The Solar Roof is made from quartz glass and should last two or three times longer than an asphalt tile. However, pricing is unknown, since it depends on installation specifics on a per home basis.
via Instagram Today, Apple introduced a new MacBook Pro with a breakthrough interface that replaces the traditional row of function keys with a brilliant, multi-touch display called the Touch Bar. The new MacBook Pro also features the brightest and most colorful Retina display yet, the security of Touch ID, and a larger Force Touch trackpad. It’s now the most powerful MacBook Pro with up to 2.3 times the graphics performance over the previous generation. Prices range from $1,499 - $2,399.
via Instagram For those still doubting that autonomous vehicles are going to be driving alongside us very soon, consider the first self-driving truck has successfully completed a delivery. Otto, the self-driving transport truck company owned by Uber, made its first delivery moving 50,000 cans of Budweiser beer over 130 miles from Fort Collina, CO to Colorado Springs. Otto’s technology includes $30,000 worth of hardware that can work with any big rig with an automatic transition. Expect self-driving technology to become much more common as manufacturers fight for position in this new category.
Screens are one of the most commonly damaged parts of smartphones and given the cost that our beloved devices, it's understandable that you'd want to protect it. This article will provide recommended screen protectors and some basic instructions for installing them.
Obtain a screen protector: Your screen protector should check three boxes of criteria. Scratch resistance, impact resistance and transparency for viewing. We recommend the RhinoShield Screen Protector for checking those three boxes while remaining reasonably priced.
Locate a dust free workspace: This is vital for applying any screen protector without bubbles or debris trapped underneath. Minimizing the amount of dust in your environment will ensure a clean installation.
Clean hands: Be sure to wash your hands before attempting installation. Hand sanitizer works best. Shake hands rapidly to air dry and remove excess lint. If drying hands with cloth, use a clean towel. Avoid paper towels due to lint.
Secure your phone: Apply scotch tape to the back or your device to keep it from moving while installing your screen protector.
Clean screen: The most optimal time to apply any screen protector is directly after removing the temporary plastic from your unused device. This is rarely the case as most of us are eager to use our new devices right away. However, you can use a small amount of rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer to remove lint and fingerprints. If you do not have rubbing alcohol or sanitizer available to you, one trick is to use scotch tape to remove any excess lint from the surface of your phone.
Align screen protector: Before removing the back plastic of your screen protector and revealing its adhesive, carefully monitor the position of any cut-outs. Be mindful of the position of any cameras, proximity sensors or fingerprints sensors. Then rest the screen protector over your phone's display.
Remove air bubbles: When you are satisfied with the positioning of the screen protector, you can begin to remove any pockets of air. Cover a squeegee or credit card with a soft cloth. This is a trick used to reduce the drag and glide the card evenly over the screen protector. This is the easiest method for removing any air bubbles.
Complete: If your screen protector has a surface protector to peel off after installation, do so. This will complete your screen protector installation guide. Great job!
via Instagram Apple has released the official update of iOS 10.1 which includes the highly anticipated Portrait Mode for the iPhone 7 Plus. Portrait Mode creates "a depth effect that keeps your subject sharp while creating a beautifully blurred background." iOS's 10.1 also includes fixes for Bluetooth connectivity with third party devices including Android Smartwatches, People’s names being saved in iCloud backups and a new option to replay iMessage effects. iOS 10.1 is available now for download.
via Instagram After 7 short months, the Google Cast app comes to an end. This will mark the second rebranding of Google's application for it's streaming technology. Today we say hello to Google Home. It functions the same, however the layout has changed. We can expect some features for the Google Home device to be included as well. Google Home is the voice-activated speaker that brings a Google Assistant to any room in your house. The update is rolling out right now in the Play Store and will be available for iOS shortly after.
via Instagram AT&T has reached an agreement to buy Time Warner for $85.4 billion in a deal that could transform the wireless carrier into a media giant. The combined business would pair millions of TV and cellphone subscribers with Time Warner’s networks such as CNN, TNT, HBO plus the Warner Bros. Film and TV studios. AT&T aims to be the first U.S. wireless company to compete with cable companies by providing an online-video bundle. The deal, if approved, is expected to close by the end of 2017.
via Instagram You may have noticed things around the internet aren’t acting quite right. That’s because malware known as Mirai executed a DDoS attack on the web. This has some mainstream websites going out of whack. Netflix, Twitter and Spotify are among them. A Distributed Denial of Service attack is an attempt to make an online service unavailable by overwhelming it with traffic from multiple sources. With a third attack reportedly under way, we may be looking at a few days until this issue is completely resolved.
via Instagram Elon Musk announced that all Tesla cars being produced as of today, will have everything needed to achieve Level 5 self-driving. This means that every Model S, Model X and even the more affordable Model 3 will eventually be able to drive autonomously at “a safety level substantially greater than that of a human driver." The reason for doing this, according to Musk, is to increase driving safety and reduce traffic-related accidents. While the hardware will be included in all Tesla cars going forward, it will be an $8,000 add-on to enable the software.
via Instagram Nintendo just released an announcement trailer for their next gaming console called the Nintendo Switch. As rumored, the system seems to be somewhat of a home/portable hybrid console. A dock connects to your TV for home use but slide the controller’s sides out, attach it to the portable display and you are now playing on the go. You will be able to share one portable display between players or you can bring multiple units together if everyone wants their own display. The Nintendo Switch console is expected to be available March 2017.
via Instagram Chances are you don’t know anyone that uses a LeEco smartphone or LeEco’s streaming service, however the Chinese company hopes to change that. Today, LeEco revealed an army or products and services to take on your favorite brands. EcoPass is a Netflix-type streaming service accompanied by a music streaming service that will ship on all their new TVs and smartphones. LeEco also announced a battery powered bicycle and an electric car equipped with autonomous driving capabilities. The company’s first products in the US will be available through a flash sale on November 2.
via Instagram Apple released an iOS update today to address the complaints of customers who were experiencing signal drops and unexplainable issues with GPS when using the new iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. Update 10.0.3 is solely focused on fixing the cellular connectivity issues for these two phones. If you have an older iPhone, you won’t see the update anytime soon. It’s unclear exactly what caused the issue but whatever the problem and its source, Apple has issued an official fix. iPhone 7 users can check for the software update today.
via Instagram According to new surveys, for the first time, teens are watching YouTube more often than cable TV. The survey shows YouTube inching over cable in daily use with 26% of teens watching every day, whereas only 25% said the same for cable TV. Netflix continues to snag the top spot, with 37% daily, way above its competitors Hulu and Amazon Prime. These results continue two trends: down for cable television and up for online streaming services. Check out our videos at http://ift.tt/1fkvGwn
via Instagram The physical Home button of the iPhone was one of it's parts that failed the most. However, it seems Apple built in a safeguard in the event the iPhone 7 solid state Home button fails. If the new Home button fails, iOS 10 immediately sends a warning saying, "The Home Button May Need Service" and offers a software button workaround. Interestingly, we don't know what could cause the new Home button to fail yet, although, most likely it'd be related to the Taptic Engine. So far the iPhone 7’s Home button has been met with mixed reactions. Nevertheless, it’s reassuring to see that Apple has accounted for a possible failure with their new Home button this time around.
via Instagram The wait is now over for customers interested in purchasing a SIM-free model of Apple's iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. What is a SIM-free iPhone? It's a version of the phone that will work with any carrier. This means it can be used in over 200 countries around the world, whether you are a GSM or CDMA network customer. Pricing is the same as carrier models starting a $649, although, it appears to have faster shipping times at the moment.
via Instagram NEW VIDEO. LINK IN BIO. Samsung has been plagued with countless issues involving the Galaxy Note 7. Following an official recall, Samsung has replaced over a million defective units, however even the new units are having issues. According to reports, Samsung is now halting all production after only two months on the market. Take one last look at why the Galaxy Note 7 was such a great device. Video link in bio.
By now you should be aware of the Galaxy Note 7 recall regarding defective batteries leading to internal explosions. Samsung has since pushed out a software update to all Note 7s, before and after the recall, separating the good from the bad. We exchanged our original device for a new one as requested by Samsung and the Consumer Product Safety Commission. But after all the ups and downs, is the Galaxy Note 7 still worth it? Find out in our video review.
Battery performance has always been in our favor on both of our units, however it is best that you exchange your device for the new one. The units with the newer, safer battery have a green battery indicator now. Samsung received special permission to do this from Google due to the circumstances.
If you are interested in purchasing one, you need be able to recognize a good Note 7 from a bad one.
First, you need to look for the green battery indicator on the phone. Second, will be the tiny square located on the box of any good phone. Third, will be the IMEI, any defective Note 7 purchased before September 15th will be flagged. These are especially helpful if you are buying the phone second hand.
But hey Let's face it: The Note7 is Samsung's biggest slip up. The phone itself is great — it may even Android's current best — but quality control issues kind of ruined its reputation.
[UPDATE] Since the launch of the Note 7, Samsung has been plagued with countless issues involving their latest phone. Following an official recall with the Consumer Product Safety Commission, Samsung has replaced over a million defective units, however even the new units are having issues. According to reports, Samsung is halting the production of the Galaxy Note 7, at least for now. This comes just hours after AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon seized all sales of the phone.
Be aware that we had no issues with either of our Note 7 units but due to the circumstances, Techcellent News can no longer recommend this device. Such a shame, as the Note is actually a great device.
via Instagram Amazon has launched Music Unlimited, an on-demand music streaming service. The new service is available for $9.99 monthly, $7.99 for Prime members, or even $3.99 monthly to listen exclusively on an Amazon Echo device. Alexa will work much like a DJ on the Echo using just your voice to request your favorite tracks. Amazon Music Unlimited is limited to the US for now but will roll out to other areas before the end of 2016.
via Instagram Since the launch of the Note 7, Samsung has been plagued with countless issues involving their latest phone. Following an official recall with the Consumer Product Safety Commission, Samsung has replaced over a million defective units, however even the new Note 7’s are having issues. According to reports, Samsung is halting the production of the Galaxy Note 7, at least for now. This comes just hours after AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon seized all sales of the phone. Such as shame, as the Note 7 is actually a great device.
via Instagram Samsung doesn't want to be left out of the artificial intelligence revolution. They just acquired Viv Labs, the company that developed Siri, Apple’s AI assistant with the plan of bringing its talents to Galaxy phones, wearables, and even home appliances. The announcement comes immediately after Google made its big push into AI with its Google Assistant for Google Home and phones. Samsung now joins Apple, Amazon, Microsoft and Google in the exciting world of artificially intelligent.
via Instagram Google has begun testing drone delivery by sending Chipolte burritos to university students as part of its research into the future of unmanned deliveries. The Google team eventually wants to deliver medicine, assist firefighters and possibly deliver your shopping. Amazon is also working on unmanned drone deliveries in the UK so one thing we can be sure of is that commercial drone deliveries are going to happen. It’s just a matter of time.
via Instagram Google has just announced a few new devices at its event today in San Francisco. A pair of Pixel smartphones were unveiled with the latest specs including Quad-core processor, 4GB of RAM, 32GB of memory and a top notch 12MP camera. Google Home acts as a personal assistant, a music hub, and your smart home's controller. Once you plug it in, it's always listening. Simply say, "Okay, Google," and your wish becomes its command. The Google Daydream headset uses your phone and a controller to immerse you in many different games, movies and artistic experiences. Google WiFi makes larger networks with multiple access points easy to create. You can also control the router from your smartphone, “pausing access” for certain users.
via Instagram Facebook has announced a new feature called Marketplace that integrates directly into the existing social network's experience to facilitate the buying and selling of goods between users in a local community. Facebook states that nearly 450 million people already take part in this type of activity via various Groups and they only want to streamline the process. Interestingly enough, without getting involved in the transactions themselves. Marketplace is launching in the US, UK, Australia and New Zealand via an update to the Facebook Android and iOS apps.
via Instagram A recent report indicates that the number of hacked Yahoo accounts may be between 1 and 3 billion. Yahoo has been fairly quick to react to the breach. Email notifications to victims were sent within hours of the data leak. Security experts recommend that individuals with a Yahoo account act quickly to change passwords and enable multi-factor authentication. Interestingly, only 11% of consumers cut their ties with a hacked company.
