“Google announced Thursday that it’s adding new ride-hailing partners to Maps. Uber was already integrated into Maps. Now, users will also be able to see price estimates for Lyft and (in New York City) Gett, all without leaving the Maps app.”
Google Ships Android 7.0 Nougat Factory and OTA Images for Nexus Devices
“Google this week provided the Android 7.0 Nougat factory and OTA images for its Nexus devices, providing Nexus owners with the ability to easily upgrade or reset their devices with the latest Android version. Note: Yes, it’s turning into a Nexus kind of day.”
Nest’s security cameras now pick out the footage you need to see
“Nest has released a new software feature for its Wi-Fi connected cameras today that picks out key moments from recorded surveillance footage. It’s called Sightline and is available via the Nest app, appearing as a timeline underneath cameras’ live streams.”
Samsung offering free Gear VR to make up for the delayed Galaxy Note 7 launch in India
“Unless you’ve been completely off the grid, you’ve probably heard by now about Samsung issuing a global recall of their flagship Galaxy Note 7 to avoid any further risk of damage from battery explosions.”
Google’s Powerful Photo-Editing Software Is Now Free And Available For Download
“The Google Nik Collection is a powerful photo-editing software that originally cost a whopping USD$500 to purchase. The decision to make the desktop suite free comes as part of a larger shift that sees Google focusing on creating more applications for the mobile interface.”
Nest Gives Its Security Cameras Brains Using Google’s Computer Vision Software
“Nest is starting to give its security cameras the ability to understand the world. The Alphabet-owned smart home unit announced on Thursday that it would start incorporating deep learning software into its two security camera products. The software was built by fellow Alphabet company Google.”
Moto takes a jab at Samsung’s Note 7 recall. Hypocritical, much?
“It took them long enough, but the marketing heads at Motorola have finally realized that there’s some self-promotion potential in Samsung’s massive, and embarrassing, Note 7 recall.”
Apple eliminates headphone jack from iPhone 7: Harmful to your health?
“(CNN)Apple’s new iPhone 7 will ditch the ubiquitous headphone jack, senior vice president of marketing Phil Schiller announced Wednesday at the company’s keynote event in San Francisco.”
Lydia launches a good old plastic card to go beyond the peer-to-peer payment space
“French startup Lydia is launching a card so that you can spend your Lydia balance in every retailer that accepts MasterCard. You can trigger a lot of features in the app. In other words, you remain in control of your card, and not your bank.”
HTC tells us to ‘be edgier,’ new smartphones coming
“IFA 2016 is almost over, and we’ve seen some nifty gadgets ranging from the gorgeous Asus Zenwatch 3 to Acer’s crazy curved screen laptop. And with the upcoming unveiling of the LG V20 and the iPhone 7, HTC doesn’t want us to forget that they will also be announcing something very soon.”
