iDuck Stand For Tablets

While using a tablet is easy and convenient, there are certain limits on how it can be used. For example, using a tablet without using your hands will be virtually impossible or just downright uncomfortable, that is, if you don't have an ideal tablet stand to keep the tablet stand upright. And if you wish to put some added touch of fun to it, you may want to check out this unique iDuck Stand for your tablet. The iDuck Stand for tablets is a unique stand in terms of looks in that it is shaped like a duck's beak. It has a suction cup on one end that keeps it attached to the tablet when used. It gives your tablet some character in the process.

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Wikimedia launches new prototype 'visual editor' for Wikipedia

Who doesn't love using the largest multilingual free encyclopedia on the Internet that is Wikepedia. Today, Wikimedia – the San Francisco-based organization operating Wikipedia, Wiktionary, Wikiquote, and many others – is launching the new prototype "visual editor". The new visual editor aims to expand the number of people who contribute to the online encyclopedia. The company blames the difficulty in learning its wikitext, a lightweight markup language used to write pages in wiki sites, as the roadblock to growing its editor community.

Ubergizmo , Wikimedia launches new prototype 'visual editor' for Wikipedia, Wikimedia launches new prototype 'visual editor' for Wikipedia

Netstor rolls out Thunderbolt-powered PCIe and storage expansion options for Macs

We can sympathize - your task-master Mac is hurting for PCIe expansion and more storage. Fortunately, Netstor has just announced several new products to boost your computer's ego and add either item via those newly christened Thunderbolt ports. The TurboBox NA211TB will lend three extra PCIe slots to any Mac that has the 10Gb/s port, while the NS780TB Desktop Storage will use it to bolt on 16 bays of disk storage. The company's rackmounted NA333TB Mac Mini Server, meanwhile, gives you 16 removable storage bays along with most RAID array options, and the aforementioned PCIe upgrade integrated to boot.

Engadget , Netstor rolls out Thunderbolt-powered PCIe and storage expansion options for Macs, Netstor rolls out Thunderbolt-powered PCIe and storage expansion options for Macs

Belkin announces @TV, Slingbox-esque media streamer and companion app

Belkin has unveiled @TVPlus, a media streamer that jacks into your home theater and pumps episodes of Community (or, other things, we guess) to your smartphone, tablet or laptop through the internet. Packing a built-in WiFi radio, you'll connect to it on your travels with the @TV app, which is capable of recording live TV straight to your mobile device for offline viewing.


Engadget , Belkin announces @TV, Slingbox-esque media streamer and companion app, Belkin announces @TV, Slingbox-esque media streamer and companion app

Jelly Bean cameos as Android 4.1 at a Galaxy Nexus listing via Google Play? [Rumor]

It looks like the folks over at XDA were able to grab an “evidence” of Android 4.1, masquerading as Jelly Bean. Rumor has it a couple of days ago that Google's Nexus tablet could be the first to run the aforementioned Android OS. Of source, folks haven't really figured out if it's Android 4.1 or 5.0. But with the Google I/O commencing next week on the 27th of June, it is the talk of the town for the moment.
Apparently an XDA member was able to grab a screenshot showing Android 4.1 sporting the name Jelly Bean when he was reportedly trying to compare the price of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus on Google Play.

Ubergizmo , Jelly Bean cameos as Android 4.1 at a Galaxy Nexus listing via Google Play? [Rumor], Jelly Bean cameos as Android 4.1 at a Galaxy Nexus listing via Google Play? [Rumor]

Global LCD TV shipments fall for the first time ever

. For the first time ever, shipments of LCD TVs fell year-over-year, declining just over 3% to 43 million units. The decline had a noticeable impact on the market, with total TV shipments falling almost 8% year-over-year in the first quarter of 2012, the steepest decline since the second quarter of 2009. According to the latest report from DisplaySearch, quarterly TV shipments reached only 51 million units. "Soft demand and cautious expectations about the upcoming year in many parts of the TV supply chain have led to a slowdown in shipments," noted Paul Gagnon, NPD DisplaySearch Director of North America TV Research.



Boy Genius Report , Global LCD TV shipments fall for the first time ever, Global LCD TV shipments fall for the first time ever

Facelifted Audi R8 recorded on the 'Ring

The facelifted 2013 Audi R8 was out on public roads and, naturally, videotaped. Sheathed in camo again after having been at it totally naked not long before, there is less to visualize, but you can at least see – and, just as importantly, hear – it in action. Make sure to watch the whole thing: the special feature at the end of this video is a brief shot of the once-again naked R8 taking a turn at the Nürburgring. Stylistic changes are limited to small details like new LEDs, taillamps and exhaust tips.



Autoblog , Facelifted Audi R8 recorded on the 'Ring, Facelifted Audi R8 recorded on the 'Ring

Photos app appears in Yahoo! Mail

Yahoo. has just revamped their Mail program, where the Photos app has been introduced this time around. The Photos app will default to the most recent photos as always, but if you want to check out your older memories in a digital manner, all you need to do is pick "Sort by: Oldest." If you want to share your photos with family and friends, just do so by sending them as an attachment in Yahoo. Mail, or take the option of posting your photos to Flickr perform the sharing from right there. If you do are not a Flickr user, that is no issue, as Yahoo! will allow you to create an account right from Yahoo! Mail itself.

Ubergizmo , Photos app appears in Yahoo! Mail, Photos app appears in Yahoo! Mail

Sony's PlayStation Store taken down to comply with new South Korean law

We know that when it comes to gaming, South Korea has both a vibrant and a rather strict gaming culture going on at the same time. Now it seems that PlayStation 3 gamers who are looking to access the PlayStation Store in South Korea might suddenly find themselves unable to access it. According to reports, a new "Game Industry Promotion Act" will be going into effect starting on the 1st of July in South Korea. What this new law does is that it makes it illegal for online services to ask someone who is under the age of 18 to verify their account with their real name or age.

Ubergizmo , Sony's PlayStation Store taken down to comply with new South Korean law, Sony's PlayStation Store taken down to comply with new South Korean law

Drobo unveils 5D and Mini Thunderbolt + USB 3.0 drives

Thunderbolt drives offer faster read and write speeds, although they do come with a rather hefty price tag attached to them. However if you're in the profession that would require those fast read/write speeds, then Drobo might be another manufacturer you'll want to take a look at. The company has recently announced their new Drobo 5D and Mini storage solutions, both of which come with Thunderbolt and USB 3.0 for faster data transfers.

Ubergizmo , Drobo unveils 5D and Mini Thunderbolt + USB 3.0 drives, Drobo unveils 5D and Mini Thunderbolt + USB 3.0 drives

Samsung acknowledges Galaxy S3 heat-related issue

It seems that not too long ago, there has been a report of the Samsung Galaxy S3 “exploding” along with a photo of the bottom part of the device that appears to have been charred slightly (pictured above). So far during our review of the handset, we did not experience any heating problems so this makes it the first we're hearing of this issue. Well whatever the case is, it seems that Samsung has taken notice of this problem and has since issued a statement on its website, acknowledging the issue and revealed that they are currently looking into it.

Ubergizmo , Samsung acknowledges Galaxy S3 heat-related issue, Samsung acknowledges Galaxy S3 heat-related issue

Microsoft confirms no upgrade path to Windows Phone 8, unveils 7.8 for legacy devices

The debate can now be laid to rest: devices currently running on Windows Phone 7.5 will not be on the receiving end of the long-awaited Apollo update (aka Windows Phone 8). But that doesn't mean those smartphones are at the end of the line. It's long been speculated that the reason Microsoft would want to restrict WP8 to new phones is primarily due to improvements in hardware support and the change in platform architecture, and this conjecture appears to be right on the money. After all, how can single-core devices with WVGA screens take advantage of multi-core and additional resolution support.

2DayBlog.com , Microsoft confirms no upgrade path to Windows Phone 8, unveils 7.8 for legacy devices, Microsoft confirms no upgrade path to Windows Phone 8, unveils 7.8 for legacy devices

New Google+ API gives Flipboard a cuddle, Currents looks away angrily

If you're just taking down the decorations from your latest Google+ party, hang fire, it looks like there's more good news for the ever-burgeoning social starlet. It's just been announced that Google has developed an API that will make users' photos, posts and videos available on popular social reader Flipboard. Until now, the search giant's social network had been notable by its absence, but soon you'll be able to flick your way through your circles, just like your other streams.

2DayBlog.com , New Google+ API gives Flipboard a cuddle, Currents looks away angrily, New Google+ API gives Flipboard a cuddle, Currents looks away angrily

Nokia Lumia 900 to get Windows Phone 7.8 in a few weeks?

Windows Phone 8 is still some way off, but in the mean time, there is a stop-gap measure that was talked about earlier today as well, which would be the Windows Phone 7.8. We now have word from Nokia that the Nokia Lumia 900 will be on the receiving end of the Windows Phone 7.8, which is something that might just happen in a few weeks' time. At least this will be a “preview” as to what will come with Windows Phone 8, which has still some months left to go.

Ubergizmo , Nokia Lumia 900 to get Windows Phone 7.8 in a few weeks?, Nokia Lumia 900 to get Windows Phone 7.8 in a few weeks?

Australia finally gets the R18+ Rating for Mature Games

Australian gamers have something to cheer about today. After much deliberation, the Australian Parliament's finally passed legislation approving the R18+ rating for videogames. This means that Australian gamers will have access to mature-rated games without having to import them from other countries. For those unfamiliar with the R18+ issue in Australia, previously most games deemed "mature" by other countries would be banned by the Australian government, removing even adults' abilities to buy a mature-rated videogame in stores.
Previously, only M15+ games have been allowed within Australian borders.

2DayBlog.com , Australia finally gets the R18+ Rating for Mature Games, Australia finally gets the R18+ Rating for Mature Games

Brando Professional Beer Foam Making Mug

There is just this thing about beer – if your favorite sports team wins, you celebrate by drinking, and if they lose, it is also a convenient excuse to drown your sorrows in them. Well, there is a wide variety of beer around the globe, but as most people would attest, pouring out the perfect head is one of the smaller things in life that makes chilling out at the local watering hole a pleasure after a long, hard day at the office. However, not everyone has mastered the art of pouring out a pint with perfect head – and Brando might have just the solution for you with this instant-foaming mug.

Ubergizmo , Brando Professional Beer Foam Making Mug, Brando Professional Beer Foam Making Mug

Turnstone Bivi Modular Office Furniture

When you live in a small house, you don't have the luxury of a separate office.  You need functional furniture that will work well for your needs, but will be attractive enough to blend in with your living space.  The Bivi line of office furniture from Turnstone is designed for a decidedly modern feel, with simple metal frame and wood-like laminate surfaces.  The furniture works well in the home or in the office.  The pieces can be customized to add shelves, power supplies, and other accessories.  You can even add new elements to change a desk for one into a space for two or even a conference table.  The photo shows the Bivi Table for O

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Windows Phone 8 updates coming over the air, early access to 'registered enthusiasts,' 18 month support program announced

Tired of plugging your Lumia 900 into your PC or Mac in order to apply software updates. Tough luck - you'll still be doing it while future buyers snack on Windows Phone 8. Harshness aside, Microsoft made clear at today's Windows Phone Summit that all WP8 updates will be delivered over the air, with an available program to give "registered enthusiasts" early access prior to broad consumer pushes. The real kicker, however, is this line: "Devices are supported with updates for at least 18 months." For those keeping count, the Lumia 900 shipped here in the US on April 8th.

Engadget , Windows Phone 8 updates coming over the air, early access to 'registered enthusiasts,' 18 month support program announced, Windows Phone 8 updates coming over the air, early access to 'registered enthusiasts,' 18 month support program announced

Windows Phone 8 to start on HTC, Huawei, Nokia and Samsung devices with support for 180 countries

When Windows Phone 8 arrives in the fall, it will have a relatively narrow slice of hardware makers: HTC, Huawei, Nokia and Samsung will represent the first wave. That's excluding some significant partners that have surfaced even over the past year, including ZTE. When they do ship, though, all of them will be using new Qualcomm processors; we have a hunch that's code for Snapdragon S4 variants. There certainly won't be any shortage of regional support with apps available over 180 countries and 50 languages accounted for - more than Apple mentioned as attached to iOS 6, Microsoft is keen to add.

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Rage HD iOS Game App

First person shooters or FPS games have first become popular on PC's. And now they have found their way into mobile gadgets that made them even more accessible to a larger audience. And if it is FPS games that had you interested, then you can try Rage HD game app on your iOS device. Rage HD is an FPS game app for iOS devices that have you set on a post apocalyptic world. Players need to fight off hordes of mutants with what weapons you have available. Mutants are more dangerous that the popular zombies to battle with since they know how to use their own weapons in the game.

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Sticher Radio App Redesigned

. Stitcher, the mobile radio service that provides news, talk shows, sport and entertainment launched its revamped application. Smart Station, the key new feature, will allow listeners to discover their preferred shows among the 10,000 offered on Stitcher, thanks to personalized recommendations based on your listening history. According to the company, Smart Station, is an update of the 'Listeners Also Like' feature released last year, and Stitcher currently generates over 10 million recommendations a day.

The new Lock Screen Album Art feature displays currently playing show on your phone's lock screen while listening.

Ubergizmo , Sticher Radio App Redesigned, Sticher Radio App Redesigned

WobbleWorks: flapping ears and robotic dinosaur dreams

Artisan's Asylum's 30,000-odd square feet were largely uninhabited when we arrived early Wednesday afternoon. No shocker there, really - the space's president and co-founder Gui Cavalcanti warned us in advance that it wouldn't begin filling up until later that evening, seeing as how a big portion of renters hold down nine-to-fives. They occupy desk jobs during daytime hours in order to support their after-work passions, stopping by the space in the evening hours to produce works that might some day rise above the category of hobby.





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Windows Phone 8 updates and other stuff you might want to know

Well, we came away from the Windows Phone Summit with our interest piqued in a good way – it seems that good times are ahead of Windows Phone platform supporters after seeing just what Microsoft has done to it in their laboratories. The final product of Windows Phone 8 is shaping up to look pretty good, but here are some essentials that you ought to take note. For starters, Windows Phone 8 WILL NOT run on current devices, while the Windows Phone 7.8 update will offer the brand new Start experience that we talked about in our Windows Phone 8 Preview.


Ubergizmo , Windows Phone 8 updates and other stuff you might want to know, Windows Phone 8 updates and other stuff you might want to know

Legacy devices denied WP8, offered WP7.8 instead

After several long months of contradicting rumors, the owners of the current crop of WP smartphones finally got official information regarding the eligibility of their devices for a WP8 upgrade. Sadly, the answer Microsoft delivered isn't the one we were all hoping for. It was confirmed that the just announced Windows Phone 8 won't be coming to any of the existing WP smartphones.

GSM Arena , Legacy devices denied WP8, offered WP7.8 instead, Legacy devices denied WP8, offered WP7.8 instead

i-SODOG from Tomy is a robot pet dog controlled via smartphone, can communicate with its friends

Tomy has announced an interactive robot dog, called i-SODOG, that works with a smartphone. This is a follow-up to the i-SOBOT, a bipedal robot released in 2007. i-SODOG is intended for customers of all ages.
“Of course, this robot moves autonomously. It has sensors in its back and head, and two microphones, and it can recognize about 50 spoken words. i-SODOG can also dance, and do regular dog actions, like shaking hands and sitting on command.”

i-SODOG comes with a special-purpose controller, but it can also be controlled via an app on your smartphone.

Akihabara News , i-SODOG from Tomy is a robot pet dog controlled via smartphone, can communicate with its friends, i-SODOG from Tomy is a robot pet dog controlled via smartphone, can communicate with its friends

White Nokia Lumia 710 now available at Rogers for $0.01

The Nokia Lumia 710 is now available in white at Rogers over in Canada. The carrier has been selling the darker colored version of the device since February, and alongside the new color variation we also get a better price. The Lumia 710 can now be yours for $0.01 with a new three-year contract, or $229.99 outright. So obviously a good deal if you're into Windows Phone.

The Nokia Lumia 710 is exclusive to Rogers in Canada, and was the first Windows Phone to launch over there in more than a year. With this pricing, it even has the potential to sell pretty well.

Unwired View , White Nokia Lumia 710 now available at Rogers for $0.01, White Nokia Lumia 710 now available at Rogers for $0.01

Bug-zapping lightsaber built in minutes, ready to fry pests

Simulated Jedi training not passing muster. Something more firmly grounded in reality might fit the bill. Hack a Day's bug zapping lightsaber, for instance, is suitably real - and what it lacks in actual lasers it makes up for in insect annihilation. As the amalgamation of a Star Wars toy and an electrified bug racket, the zapper saber isn't exactly a looker - two layers of metal mesh wrap awkwardly around the toy's telescoping blade, secured only by electrical tape and the sheer will of the force.

Engadget , Bug-zapping lightsaber built in minutes, ready to fry pests, Bug-zapping lightsaber built in minutes, ready to fry pests

Swype becomes smarter in latest update, now a ‘four-in-one' keyboard

Swype, the keyboard application made famous for its once-unique swiping gesture input, is receiving one of its biggest updates to date, in no small part thanks to the acquisition of the company by Nuance last year. The latest edition of the software keyboard is being dubbed a “four-in-one” input method and has more brains than ever thanks to the inclusion of Nuance’s XT9 technology.

Android Phone , Swype becomes smarter in latest update, now a ‘four-in-one' keyboard, Swype becomes smarter in latest update, now a ‘four-in-one' keyboard

Minecraft snapshot hints at LAN support down the road

Are you a huge fan of all things Minecraft. If you have answered in the affirmative, then you might want to check out the following rumor – it seems that a recent snapshot of a build release for Minecraft has been making its rounds all throughout the Internet, dropping the strongest hints yet that LAN multiplayer is supported – so that you need not set up or join a multiplayer server as you currently do. Mojang did note down that this particular feature is still a work in progress, and it has not been guaranteed to debut in a completed update, but here we are keeping our fingers crossed that it will happen – and soon, too.

Ubergizmo , Minecraft snapshot hints at LAN support down the road, Minecraft snapshot hints at LAN support down the road

PayPal gets redesigned, to be officially announced tomorrow [Rumor]

PayPal, probably the world's most popular online payment service, is reportedly overhauled and redesigned. According to TechCrunch, the new design appears to be “touch-friendly”. The publication said that an avid reader sent them some screenshots of PayPal's new look which you can also see above. A PayPal representative allegedly confirmed the report saying the screenshots are indeed taken from their site, and that it will be announcing the changes officially tomorrow.

Ubergizmo , PayPal gets redesigned, to be officially announced tomorrow [Rumor], PayPal gets redesigned, to be officially announced tomorrow [Rumor]

Google completes buyout of Magnolia Broadband patents, puts a little extra protection under its belt

Magnolia Broadband revealed that Google was buying some of its patents at the start of June, but to say that its confirmation was brief would be an understatement. It's being more verbose now that the transaction has been cleared: Google now owns over 50 patents for beamforming wireless signals. Magnolia characterizes the techniques as important to making the best use of cellular connections, which could well be helpful to a company that just bought Motorola.

2DayBlog.com , Google completes buyout of Magnolia Broadband patents, puts a little extra protection under its belt, Google completes buyout of Magnolia Broadband patents, puts a little extra protection under its belt

Akamai Welcomes Rt Hon David Willetts MP To Its Cambridge, Massachusetts Headquarters

UK Minister for Universities and Science meets senior Akamai representatives to discuss the UK Government strategy on cybersecurityLondon, 20 June 2012 – Akamai Technologies Ltd, a leading cloud platform for helping enterprises provide secure, high-performing user experiences on any device, anywhere, today welcomed Rt Hon David Willetts, UK Minister for Universities and Science to its global headquarters in Massachusetts.

Press Release Distribution , Akamai Welcomes Rt Hon David Willetts MP To Its Cambridge, Massachusetts Headquarters, Akamai Welcomes Rt Hon David Willetts MP To Its Cambridge, Massachusetts Headquarters

Big dreams don’t have to come with big risks

Six reasons why you need a Virtual Data Centre to facilitate ambitious growth plansEveryone dreams of success and, in business that usually means expansion, growth and lots of new customers.

Press Release Distribution , Big dreams don’t have to come with big risks, Big dreams don’t have to come with big risks

Diablo 3 patch 1.0.3 has arrived

Diablo 3 was down last night for the USA server while patch 1.0.3 - which adjusts loot drop rates at high difficulties and overhauls the cost of crafting - launches. It's already back up right now. The patch doesn't launch in Europe and Asia until later today though. The game will be down from 2am GMT/3am CEST on the 20th until noon GMT/1pm CEST - so if you've got urgent business with the Lords of Hell, get it all sorted out this evening. By 'get it all sorted out', I mean 'click on them until they die'.

2DayBlog.com , Diablo 3 patch 1.0.3 has arrived, Diablo 3 patch 1.0.3 has arrived

Japanese research group concocts 3D restoration magic from regular photos (video)

Reconstructing 3D spacial data has long been possible, but convincing the average consumer of that would be another chore entirely. In the future, however, it may be simpler to believe. A crew of researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology are hard at work developing a new system that "quickly creates 3D spacial data from photos taken with a digital camera." According to Assistant Professor Akihito Torii, the method can use JPEGs from a conventional point-and-shoot camera - no specialized equipment needed - which are then shot over to a PC via a wireless Eye-Fi SD card.

Engadget , Japanese research group concocts 3D restoration magic from regular photos (video), Japanese research group concocts 3D restoration magic from regular photos (video)

Flame cyber weapon was jointly developed by U.S. and Israel, report says

We've written about the diabolical Flame malware that reportedly evaded security programs due to its highly complex programming. According to the Washington Post, officials knowledgeable about the subject said that U.S. and Israel jointly developed the sophisticated computer virus. The officials reportedly added that Flame secretly monitored Iran's computer networks while sending back a stream of intelligence to “prepare for a cyberwarfare campaign”. The publication notes that the cyberwarfare campaign is all about disrupting Iran's nuclear weapon development.

Ubergizmo , Flame cyber weapon was jointly developed by U.S. and Israel, report says, Flame cyber weapon was jointly developed by U.S. and Israel, report says

More than 79 banks breached, 50GB of data stolen, hacker claims

. A hacker known as Reckz0r on Twitter announced that he has illegally accessed servers belonging to dozens of large banks. To prove it, the hacker released data relating to Visa and MasterCard credit cards. The data leaked includes full names, addresses, debit or credit card type, phone numbers and email addresses. Reckz0r claims this is only a portion of the data stolen, and the full amount is “about 50GB or bigger” taken from “over 79 large banks” that he has been targeting over the last three months.

Boy Genius Report , More than 79 banks breached, 50GB of data stolen, hacker claims, More than 79 banks breached, 50GB of data stolen, hacker claims

Air Canada makes its first biofuel flight using 50% cooking oil

Air Canada, the flag carrier and largest airline of Canada, has achieved its first feat to conduct a test-flight using 50% biofuel made from cooking oil. Fuel company SkyNRG provided the biofuel for Air Canada. In a press release prior to the flight, the airline said that Flight AC991 from Toronto to Mexico City is expected to generate at least 40 percent fewer emissions by using jet fuel derived from recycled cooking oil and through other fuel-saving measures, making it the most environmentally-friendly flight ever flown by Air Canada.

Ubergizmo , Air Canada makes its first biofuel flight using 50% cooking oil, Air Canada makes its first biofuel flight using 50% cooking oil

Samsung coughs up source code for AT&T and T-Mobile Galaxy S IIIs

We've gotta hand it to Sammy, the company has been pretty good at releasing source code for its handsets in a timely manner. Just a few days ahead of the launch of the SGH-I747M and SGH-T999V (the Galaxy S III on AT&T and T-Mobile, respectively) Samsung Mobile has let the Android 4.0 source for the two devices loose on the web. For the average user, piles of code like this mean very little, but it should make it easier for those crafty devs out there to whip up some top-notch custom ROMs.

Engadget , Samsung coughs up source code for AT&T and T-Mobile Galaxy S IIIs, Samsung coughs up source code for AT&T and T-Mobile Galaxy S IIIs

Facebook warms to subscription billing for devs, backs away from Credits as main currency

Subscriptions. It's the wave of the future, man. It's also the wave that Facebook's now riding, as it has just announced plans to enable developers to offer subscription payment services starting in July. In other words, devs that charge monthly for a premium edition of a title will be able to accept automated payments so long as the user continues their subscription. Without question, it's bound to be attractive to prospective app builders, and moreover, Facebook's about-face on Credits as the primary payment method will be met with praise, too.

Engadget , Facebook warms to subscription billing for devs, backs away from Credits as main currency, Facebook warms to subscription billing for devs, backs away from Credits as main currency

Google+ integration comes to Flipboard

A nice piece of news was dropped at the LeWeb  conference in London. Google’s vice president of product management Bradley Horowitz announced that Google+ integration would be headed to Flipboard. This’ll give users of the Flipboard app access to their Google+ stream in order to sprinkle updates from your friends in with all the other updates.
This integration is possible thanks to an update to Google+’s APIs allowing users to access photos, video, and other media without having to visit the site itself.

We can’t say we aren’t excited, but we wondered why Google only allows this with Flipboard.

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Sonos Sub review

Every audio product Sonos has delivered so far has worked on the assumption that you would never need anything else after you bought it, whether it's linking to a sound system you already owned or an all-in-one system that Sonos built itself, like the Play:3 or Play:5 (born as the S5). The newly released Sub, by its nature, is entirely dependent on having one of the two Play speakers, and shows the company is becoming more of a traditional audio brand with a full ecosystem.










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