[ad_1] As Engadget Japanese has noted, that makes them convenient for traveling, since you’ll simply have to find a local carrier and then enable your plan of choice over the internet. No need to swap out physical SIM cards or to rent pocket WiFi devices. That said, the technology is pretty young, and there’s always […]
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Xiaomi’s Black Shark 2 gaming phone packs a pressure-sensitive display
[ad_1] The pressure-sensitive feature isn’t the only thing this display has going for it. The 6.39-inch AMOLED display is designed to reduce screen flicker at low brightness, improve color accuracy and reduce touch latency. While adding buttons to your screen might slow you down in some games, that shouldn’t be too much of a problem […]
NVIDIA’s $99 Jetson Nano is an AI computer for DIY enthusiasts
[ad_1] The kit can run Linux out of the box, and supports a raft of AI frameworks (including, of course, NVIDIA’s own). It comes equipped with 4GB of RAM, gigabit Ethernet and the I/O you’d need for cameras and other attachments. Price, unsurprisingly, is the main hook. While the Nano isn’t nearly as powerful as […]
The Polestar 2 is more than just a pretty face
[ad_1] This meant we had to wait until we hit the ground in Geneva to check out the first electric vehicle from (parent brand) Volvo. What we encountered was a vehicle that’s nearly on par design-wise with the breathtaking (yet hybrid) Polestar 1. This shouldn’t be too surprising considering that a focus on design is […]
IKEA makes furniture more accessible with 3D printing
[ad_1] If you live with disabilities, shopping for furniture can be difficult. Many common furniture items aren’t designed with accessibility in mind, and those that are can be rare or non-existent. IKEA Israel has a technological solution: 3D print pieces that make them easier to use. The store has collaborated with Milbat on ThisAbles, a […]
Qualcomm wins a round vs. Apple
[ad_1] That’s one way to do it.Fan uses AI to remaster ‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’ in HD While you wouldn’t mistake it for an official remaster, using AI Gigapixel’s neural networks on old Deep Space 9 video provides a considerably cleaner, sharper look than the 480p original without introducing visual artifacts. This is just […]
Netgear’s latest gaming router goes on sale in April for $199
[ad_1] The router is the latest in the Netgear’s Pro Gaming line. Like its predecessors, the XR300 prioritizes online gaming traffic to make sure your WiFi isn’t clogged by other devices. Its personalized gaming dashboard gives you greater controls over your connection and lets you monitor which devices are hogging bandwidth. As in past models, […]
Overwatch League teams will play in their home cities next season
[ad_1] The @overwatchleague is coming home – and away! Starting in 2020, all Overwatch League teams will be playing in their home cities. We’re super excited to see our original vision brought to life. Thanks to all of our fans for your amazing support! — Nate Nanzer (@natenanzer) March 15, 2019 Taking pro Overwatch players […]
Jury decides Apple violated three Qualcomm patents in iPhones
[ad_1] Qualcomm filed suit over the issue in 2017. The patents relate to allowing phones to quickly connect to the internet after they’re switched on; battery efficiency and graphics processing; and a traffic management function that allows apps to download data faster. According to CNET, Apple argued an engineer named Arjuna Siva made vital contributions […]
The best Qi wireless charging power banks
[ad_1] Why you should trust us I’ve been reviewing mobile accessories for Wirecutter for more than four years, and before that, for more than three years as accessories editor at iLounge. During my tenure there, I reviewed more than 1,000 products, including early wireless-charging devices going back to 2014. I’m also the author of Wirecutter’s […]