Amazon is about to launch it’s Chromecast rival in the UK this week. For those that don’t know, a “TV stick” is a small device that plugs into the HDMI port on your telly and lets you access a number of on-line services, such as Netflix, Spotify, web, games, Apps, etc. Google have already released …
The US military is developing a new identity verification system that could replace passwords and biometric systems for web users. It’s all about “cognitive fingerprints” rather than physical characteristics such as palms, face, DNA or iris recognition. The technology is based on the emerging field of behavioural-based biometrics, where algorithms are used to confirm identity …
The latest Android handset from Xiaomi aims to overshadow Apple’s iPhone 6 Plus. … The Chinese handset maker [is] calling the device the Xiaomi Note. … In China it’ll have a starting price of…$376 when bought without a contract. The phone has a 13-megapixel rear-facing camera, a 1080p display…a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 quad-core 2.5 GHz …
The skies may be increasingly busy with consumer drones in the coming years, but if one group of developers has its way, some of them will be plummeting to earth unexpectedly. Meet Rapere: an “intercept drone” designed to hunt down nearby drones, hover overhead and drop a tangle-line into their rotors, forcing them to crash. …
The reasons for commuters to get on a bike are many — expensive public transport, traffic congestion, health issues and environmental concerns. But there are also drawbacks that make people think twice, such as the number of available add-ons and extra equipment that can turn a hobby into a full time job. We’ve previously featured …
The mobile gaming industry is continuing to boom and play is an important aspect of any balanced lifestyle. On the other hand, games such as the highly successful Candy Crush Saga often cross the line from entertainment into time-draining addiction. Happily, many companies are harnessing the consumer’s passion for gaming to encourage positive lifestyle choices …
