[ad_1] With this exemption, Nuro can replace mirrors with cameras and other sensors, round the edges of the vehicle so that it takes up less space and replace the windshield with an opaque panel. Nuro will also be able to run the rear view cameras continuously, whereas in passenger vehicles they must be turned off […]
Author: Randall
How do you feel about the PlayStation 2 as it turns 20?
[ad_1] In a few short weeks, the PlayStation 2 will turn 20. It was released March 4, 2000 in Japan, with the rest of the world eventually getting their hands on it that fall. It was backward compatible with games for the original PlayStation, and also played DVDs. (Personally, it was the first video disc […]
Facebook and Venmo demand Clearview AI stops scraping their data
[ad_1] Before sending the letter, it appears Facebook had tried several different approaches to get Clearview to comply. According to CBS News, the social media giant sent multiple letters to Clearview, attempting to clarify its policies. CBS News says the company had also requested detailed information from Clearview about its practices and demanded that the […]
EU investigates Qualcomm for alleged anti-competitive tactics
[ad_1] The tech firm said it was in the “process of responding” to the investigation, which started on December 3rd but wasn’t public knowledge until now. It maintained that its methods “do not violate” EU competition rules. The consequences of losing the case could be serious. The Commission could fine Qualcomm up to 10 percent […]
Coronavirus outbreak is affecting Nintendo Switch supply in Japan
[ad_1] We’ve asked Nintendo for comment on how this will affect the US and Western countries as a whole, if at all. Containing the virus clearly takes top priority, and Nintendo isn’t going to be the only company affected. Apple suppliers in China like Foxconn and Quanta aren’t expected to resume full production until around […]
Twitter doesn’t want to call its users ‘users’ anymore
[ad_1] It’s part of an initiative to make Twitter a happier, cuddlier place to be, with the usual boast that it’s shrunk the number of “unhealthy” tweets on the service. That includes a 27 percent decline in “bystander reports,” on Tweets that violate the company’s code of conduct. Much of that is down to machine-learning […]
Google Maps for iOS and Android is getting a makeover
[ad_1] The main thing you’ll notice in the app is a five-icon navigation system down at the bottom of the screen, like so many apps have now. There are two new tabs: saved, which pulls up all the lists and locations you’ve bookmarked, and contribute, which prompts you to add photos and reviews to places […]
Ford’s biking jacket shows emoji to everyone behind you
[ad_1] To bolster road safety, Ford came up with a way to help cyclists communicate: a jacket that displays emoji. The prototype has an LED display on the rear that’s linked to a wireless remote attached to the handlebars. A cyclist might use it to display turn signals or a hazard symbol. They could also […]
iOS 13.4 could turn your iPhone and Apple Watch into car keys
[ad_1] In addition, the feature seems to have the capability to give other people access to your vehicle with their devices. You’ll have to send that trusted family member or friend an invite, which you’ll be able to do so via the Wallet app. The pairing process actually starts with Apple’s Wallet app, though you’ll […]
Netflix switches to the AV1 codec for data-saving streams on Android
[ad_1] One reason for limiting the use of AV1 for playback is likely a lack of hardware support, which could mean people will use more battery life to watch the same videos. You can already enable AV1 instead of VP9 on YouTube videos, under the settings for Playback and Performance, but it warns users that […]