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Apple's rumored smart glasses: 3D cameras, no display

August 08, 2017

Tech giant Apple is testing new version from some months. It should launch a few days before the arrival of this year's new iPhones, which could be announced soon after the U.S. Furthermore, a purported Foxconn insider divulged a number of intriguing tidbits regarding Apple's smart glasses project during an all-encompassing Reddit AMA this past June.

Lunar eclipse puts on dazzling celestial display

August 08, 2017

A solar eclipse is coming to America for the first time since 1918, which means you will not want to miss this golden opportunity come August 21st. "An interesting aspect of lunar eclipse is that anywhere on earth from where the moon is visible during eclipse, the time will be the same".

The unsettling first trailer for Darren Aronofsky's psychological thriller 'mother!' has arrived

August 08, 2017

Trying to determine exactly what is going on in the film isn't actually possible given the fact that this is Aronofsky and it's only the first trailer. Until mother! opens in theaters on September 15, please feel free to click the replay button on that trailer a thousand more times and bask in Aronofsky's unique style of disturbing imagery and Lawrence's many shocked-looking faces.

Xbox One Interface Receiving Major Overhaul in Upcoming Fall Update

August 08, 2017

This update has been created to make the Xbox gaming experience more fun, personalized, and social than ever before. According to him, "we've heard feedback from our fans that they want the ability to customize Home the way they want". Sign-in, Achievements, multiplayer (including parties, Looking for Group, and tournaments), People, Home and recent messages, broadcasts and captures, and a new action center (including settings) each have their own tab in the new Guide.

Galaxy S8 Active Official, AT&T May Lose Exclusivity

August 08, 2017

It's not the curved Infinity Display but a flat panel. To fortify the device, Samsung has bound it with a metal frame and bumper to deal with any shocks to the device, while the back has a rugged texture for a secure grip. The phone will be available in Meteor Gray or Titanium Gold. Samsung has said that the Galaxy S8 Active is going to be exclusive to AT&T "for a limited time", this suggests that the Galaxy S8 Active might see a wider launch.

Rains, overcast sky mar lunar eclipse viewing in capital

August 08, 2017

Raman Planetarium officials said that for Nagpur the penumbral part of the lunar eclipse , which is hard to discern, will start at 9:20.01pm on Monday night, while the partial phase will start at 10:52.56pm. So the Moon will eclipse the Sun on August 21st, as it greets Regulus, the star of Kings. Astronomers are now readying themselves for the solar eclipse on August 21, which is expected to be so widely shared that phone networks have issued a warning not to livestream the event, as it ...

A Partial Lunar Eclipse Will Be Visible Tonight in China

August 08, 2017

You cannot have homemade glasses or dark sunglasses because you can still get retinal burn. In this scenario, the earth blocks some of the sun's light from directly reaching the moon's surface and covers all or part of the moon with the outer part of its shadow, also known as the penumbra.

A major new Xbox One update overhauls the dashboard with Fluent Design

August 08, 2017

For Xbox gamers, the Home is the front of their gaming experience. Additionally, overall updates to Home, Guide, and Community are available today as well. You can add favorite games and friends to the screen by selecting one, hitting the menu button, and selecting "Add to Home". When you navigate to sections of the guide, there's even a new stacked user interface to show you what you've left behind.

Intel i7, i9 Core X-Series release dates and specs

August 08, 2017

Intel listed higher-end processor options as part of its Skylake-X lineup, but only shared core/thread counts and pricing. According to the press release, the Intel Core X-series processor family is described as the most powerful, scalable and accessible high-end desktop platform1 offered by Intel , created to deliver the performance needed to meet extreme computing demands for virtual reality (VR), content creation, gaming and overclocking .

Preview Program now available for Google Home owners

August 08, 2017

According to the Google support page for the program, the preview isn't considered a beta. This also allows those who have made a decision to participate in the preview program to give feedback on how things are implemented. If the Preview program option isn't listed, don't fret. Here's what you need to know? Members will see either "ON" or "ON ( Preview firmware: #)".

Gallatin Public Library to give out free solar eclipse glasses

August 08, 2017

The partial eclipse will end at 12:48 am, while the penumbral eclipse will end at 2:20 am on August 8. In addition to being the first total solar eclipse visible from any part of the contiguous United States since 1979, this year's eclipse will be the first with the totality of its passing spanning from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic since 1918.

Motorola Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:MSI) Receives $88.90 Consensus Price Target from Analysts

August 08, 2017

Following multiple time frames using moving averages can help investors figure out where the stock has been and help determine where it may be possibly going. During the same period in the prior year, the business posted $1.03 earnings per share. On average, analysts forecast that Motorola Solutions will post $5.26 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Total Solar Eclipse, protecting your eyes

August 08, 2017

Instead of the total eclipse path going from coast to coast, the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 will stretch from border to border. As millions of Americans prepare to look up to the skies on August 21, there is a possibility you might have to miss this summer's total solar eclipse.

Shares in Walt Disney Company (The) (DIS) Acquired by Virtu Financial LLC

August 08, 2017

Analysts expect MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE:MSA) to report $ 0.84 EPS and has got OUTPERFORM rating from 1 of Thomson Reuters analysts and 0 analyst (s) given UNDERPERFORM rating. Investors sentiment increased to 1.13 in 2016 Q4. Its up 0.31, from 0.97 in 2016Q3. It is positive, as 67 investors sold DIS shares while 602 reduced holdings.

Apple may launch iPhone 7S with glass back, wireless charging

August 08, 2017

With its hands full with the iPhone 8 , the launch of the smartphone needs to go as smoothly as possible and that can not happen if its efforts are invested in a different product. It was supposedly cost less in comparison to the other regular variant of the iPhone in the market and in fact, even in India, the device was received quite well, despite it not being all that affordable.

Galaxy S8 Active release date and carrier finally revealed

August 08, 2017

It has bumper around the body. Unlike the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 +, the S8 Active does not feature a dual-curve display, instead sporting a flat, 5.8-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED screen (with 18.5:9 aspect ratio). This makes it pretty clear that the new S8 Active is obviously designed in the lines of its predecessors - last year's S7 Active and 2015's S6 Active which were also extremely rigid in nature.

Destiny 2 Partners with Pop Tarts and Rockstar for Tasty Promotions

August 08, 2017

It turns out that Destiny 2 is getting a similar promotion, but this one involves Pop-Tarts and Rockstar energy drinks. Pop-Tarts will "fuel players' Destiny 2 gaming experience" with XP boosts that will come in special themed boxes of the breakfast pastry.

Over 113000 jobs lost in South Africa between April and June

August 07, 2017

Th jobless rate came in at 27.7 percent in the second quarter, the same rate as in the first quarter. On a year-on-year basis, the unemployment rate increased by 1.1%. Young people between the ages of 15 to 24 remain vulnerable in the labour market with an unemployment rate of close to 56%, with a labour absorption rate of only 12%.

FX Networks, Xfinity TV Service Add Another Ad-Free Network Option

August 08, 2017

The service will offer current season shows on-demand without ads, as well as previous seasons going back, in some cases, to the show's inception. Current Xfinity customers can upgrade through their set-top boxes, the Xfinitytv.com website or by calling Comcast directly, starting on September 5.

Dragon Quest Builders 2 Announced for PS4, Switch

August 07, 2017

Additionally Square Enix is promising the upcoming sequel will include several new features such as sloping platforms, the ability to craft waterfalls, swimming underwater, air traversal thanks to a new glider item, and probably the most exciting new feature, online multiplayer with friends, a feature that was sorely absent in the original Dragon Quest Builders .

Moeen strokeplay maintains England's command

August 08, 2017

England remain strong favourites to win the fourth Investec Test after Moeen Ali's late strokeplay arrested their second-innings slide. Earlier in the day, South Africa managed to add just four runs to their overnight tally and were bundled out for 226 in response to England's 362.

Metroid 2 Fan Remake Developer Lands Job At Moon Studios

August 07, 2017

Getting back on topic: The good news is that Guasti's stellar work on AM2R got noticed by Moon Studios and he's been hired to work on level design for the next Ori game. Previous year we hired Chris, one of the level designers for the recent Rayman games and a minute into the call he PM'ed me with "Hire him". The sequel, Ori and the Will of the Wisps , was outed a year ago prior to E3 but did not make an appearance.

HomePod firmware reveals 4K UHD, Dolby Vision support for Apple TV

August 07, 2017

Previously it was the developer kit for the HomePod smart speaker, and now some more code has shown other features we can expect. The numerous references to BKFacedetect, Troughton-Smith claims, means the iPhone 8 will have an infrared camera to unlock it with a scan of the owner's face.

OnePlus 5 gets new Soft Gold color option

August 07, 2017

OnePlus claims that it takes "an average of 180 days to create and ideal a coating of Soft Gold", and as such, this version of the OnePlus will only be available for a limited time. Also of note is that this OnePlus 5 Soft Gold is described as being a limited edition model. If you are a fan of the Gold colour, then you can purchase the OnePlus 5 directly from the OnePlus website starting today.

Palo Capital Inc. Cuts Position in Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC)

August 07, 2017

It has outperformed by 22.81% the S&P500. More recent Independent Bank Corporation (MI) (NASDAQ:IBCP) news were published by: Mlive.com which released: "Unarmed robbery attempts at bank, McDonalds in Kent County" on August 02, 2017. Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC) last released its earnings results on Thursday, July 27th. If the market is performing well and the stock is over-valued, INTC might be a good investment at this point but if the market is dropping down, you might not consider ...

Watch How Elon Musk Hopes the SpaceX Falcon Heavy Will Launch

August 07, 2017

In a recent Instagram post, Musk says the massive craft will boast "twice the thrust of the next largest rocket now flying", and will clock in at roughly two-thirds the thrust of the Saturn V rocket, which carried the first manned moon missions into space.

Keep a wary eye on those glasses — NASA warns

August 07, 2017

The sky becomes dark, and the sun's corona becomes visible. The rest of the country will get to see a partial solar eclipse. Totality begins in OR at 10:16 a.m. Starting Monday, the library will be distributing glasses on a first-come, first-served basis. The total solar eclipse will begin in OR on the morning of August 21 and move across the nation before ending in SC by mid-afternoon.

Western Digital Corporation (WDC) Position Increased by Louisiana State Employees Retirement System

August 07, 2017

Telemus Capital LLC raised its stake in shares of Western Digital Corporation by 5.1% in the second quarter. Reilly Financial Advisors LLC now owns 1,383 shares of the data storage provider's stock valued at $114,000 after buying an additional 460 shares in the last quarter.

CBS Signs On With AT&T For DirecTV Now Service

August 07, 2017

The deal also includes The CW. DirecTV Now customers will have access to live local coverage for 25 live local CBS and The CW stations. Financial terms of the CBS pact were not disclosed. "For any bundle to be truly successful, CBS is must-have content, and we are happy that AT&T will bring our hit programming to their DIRECTV NOW offering".

Activision Blizzard, Inc (ATVI) Stake Lowered by NN Investment Partners Holdings NV

August 07, 2017

Stifel Nicolaus maintained the stock with "Buy" rating in Friday, February 10 report. Navellier Associate has 0.04% invested in Activision Blizzard, Inc. 4 funds opened positions while 10 raised stakes. 631.68 million shares or 1.57% more from 621.89 million shares in 2016Q3 were reported. They now have a United States dollars 67 price target on the stock.

Horizon: Zero Dawn's The Frozen Wilds DLC Has a Release Date

August 07, 2017

Uncover a compelling new story. Those who pre-order the DLC through the PS Store will get an exclusive avatar for their efforts. You can also check out the E3 teaser trailer for the upcoming game expansion in the player below. To use this download, you must own Horizon Zero Dawn (sold separately). Aloy heads north in Frozen Wilds, where the unhospitable terrain has bred bigger, nastier machines.

Mobile introduces #Unlimited55 plan for everyone over 55 yo

August 07, 2017

At $60 for two lines with this 55+ plan, you get unlimited talk, text, and 4G LTE data not only in the U.S., but in Mexico and Canada too. T-Mobile US Inc. That's not just idiotic - it's insulting! The new plan, representing half off the standard price of $120 for two lines, starts August 9 for consumers over age 55, T-Mobile said Monday in a statement.

Local viewing times for solar eclipse

August 07, 2017

Since the last time any part of the Lower 48 saw a total solar eclipse was almost four decades ago, it would seem the odds of seeing another total solar eclipse in the near future is unlikely. Totality begins in OR at 10:16 a.m. PDT. Residents near Dallas, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, Cleveland and Buffalo will all see a total solar eclipse.

Did marine critters eat Brighton teenager's legs?

August 07, 2017

The footage of the little bastards scooting around chunks of steak is... confronting. The veteran marine researcher said Kanizay's injury was much like a graze and he should not fear returning to the water. "I wasn't really thinking about being eaten", he said. University of Melbourne marine biologist Professor Michael Keough said if sea lice were the culprits, Sam might not have been able to feel them biting him because of the cold.

Moto X4 to feature AI-powered dual-camera setup

August 07, 2017

As far as the price of the Moto X4 is concerned, reports suggest that the device could be priced at around Rs 26,000 in India. The aforementioned leaked render of the device reportedly shows the primary optic system, where the two sensors comprising the main camera module are arranged horizontally.

Le rachat d'Opel et Vauxhall par PSA finalisé

August 07, 2017

Lohscheller comme directeur financier de la filiale. Le groupe sochalien a rappelé dans un communiqué que la transaction lui permettait de devenir le deuxième constructeur automobile européen, avec des ventes de plus de quatre millions de véhicules contre 3,1 millions actuellement.

Indian equities trade flat, IT, tech stocks slip

August 07, 2017

The US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 0.30 per cent up in Friday's trade. IT and pharma companies get a major chunk of their revenue in U.S. dollar. Midcap and smallcap shares were in action today. The Nifty50 closed higher by 52.75 points or 0.53 per cent at 10,066.40 points, while the Sensex closed at 32,325.41 points - up 87.53 points, or 0.27 per cent.

9-year-old wants to be NASA's 'planetary protection officer'

August 07, 2017

What it did not expect, however, was an earnest letter from nine-year-old Jack Davis: a fourth-grader who wrote the space agency asking if he could apply. Conley explained that under the 1967 worldwide treaty, any space mission must have less than a chance at 10,000 to contaminate an alien world . When NASA announced last week that it was looking for a new planetary protection officer , the space agency received some incredulous responses.

4K AppleTV with Dolby Vision/HDR10 Seemingly Confirmed by HomePod Code

August 07, 2017

Apple is looking at multiple ways of delivering its glasses, with one design featuring 3D cameras and wait for it.no display on the device itself. Back at the end of June, we told you how former Wall Street analyst Gene Munster said that the Apple iPhone will eventually be supplanted in popularity by the company's rumored pair of AR smartglasses .

PH backs UN Security Council resolution for tougher sanctions on North Korea

August 07, 2017

According to Wang, there are two major components of the resolution - one is to make a necessary response to North Korea's constant missile launch activities, which have violated UN resolutions, in a bid to check the Communist nation's nuclear and missile development programmes.

Perseid meteor shower to peak on August 12

August 07, 2017

But, bright moon could prevent people at some places from enjoying the shower to its full potential. "Instead of 80 to 100, [there will be] 40 to 50 per hour". Photo captured during the 2015 Perseid meteor shower . It last passed nearby Earth during its orbit around the sun in 1992, and the next time will be in 2126.

Tesla Model S drives 1000km on single charge

August 07, 2017

They charged their Tesla Model S 100 D a single time and it ran for 669.83 miles (1078 km), setting a record. The owners of the Tesla Model S 100D tweeted this record on 4 August adding a photo of the auto display and explaining what it meant.

Happy Raksha Bandhan 2017: Top 10 Hindi songs to download on Rakhi

August 06, 2017

The pair is also popular as one of the best siblings on screen. The song has been sang by melody queen Lata Mangeshkar and lyrics was given by Shailendra. The song was sung by Mohmmad Aziz, Anuradha Paudwal and Amit Kumar. Phoolo La Taaro Ka - Hare Rama Hare KrishnaWe all are fans of the romantic chemistry between the Evergreen Dev Anand and the gorgeous Zeenat Aman.

Dragon Quest Builders 2 In Development For PS4 And Nintendo Switch

August 06, 2017

It will cost 7,800 yen on PlayStation 4 and 5,980 yen on PS Vita. Dragon Quest Builders 2 was announced earlier today by Square Enix via a special livestream . But while the original was released only on PlayStation consoles, the new game is coming to PS4 and Nintendo Switch. DQI and DQII will available digitally starting August 10th, and priced at 600 yen and 850 yen, respectively, while DQIII will be released later in the month for 1,500 yen.

Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) Trading Up 6.5% After Better-Than-Expected Earnings

August 06, 2017

The Stock had a 3 Consensus Analyst Recommendation 30 Days Ago, whereas 60 days ago and 90 days ago the analyst recommendations were 3.13 and 3.13 respectively. The stock was sold at an average price of $321.36, for a total transaction of $703,778.40. Following the transaction, the director now directly owns 20,000 shares in the company, valued at approximately $6,235,200.

Werenski leads PGA Barracuda Championship by two points

August 06, 2017

Stuart Appleby and Derek Fathauer both had birdies on 18 to finish round three tied for second with 32 points. He could have had a bigger lead if he hadn't stumbled badly on the final hole, where his tee shot was in the rough and his fourth shot went into the water in front of the green.

Karate Kid sequel series reuniting Ralph Macchio, William Zabka

August 06, 2017

Cobra Kai will be set 30 years after the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament. Macchio and Zabka are also on board as executive producers. YouTube Red is serious about becoming a threat in the streaming industry . That said, critics love The Karate Kid as well, with it sporting an impressive 90% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The blonde haired bully is a student at the suitably bullyesque sounding Cobra Kai dojo.

Brewers' Travis Shaw Hit in Head by Throw, Leaves Game

August 06, 2017

Two errors on Perez set up the Rays' first scoring threat in the fifth, before they had a hit. Shaw was forced to exit the game after the incident, and the Brewers provided a brief update on his health. During Saturday's Brewers-Rays game ( MIL-TB GameTracker ), Milwaukee third baseman Travis Shaw was struck on the neck by a throw from Rays catcher Jesus Sucre .

Solar eclipse event slated for library

August 06, 2017

Total solar eclipses will not always remain a celestial event in the way we experience them now. We are just weeks away from the Solar Eclipse and while our area will only see about 97% percent of the eclipse, the Beaufort County libraries wants viewers to be safe.

Lunar Eclipse On August 7 To Be Visible In India

August 06, 2017

One observer in the town is quoted as saying, " never in astronomical history [had] a total eclipse of the sun been observed under more favorable conditions". The eclipse is going to be extraordinary for the 14 states where it will be visible in totality . While a total solar eclipse will only be witnessed in fourteen states-sorry, Pennsylvania is not included-a partial social eclipse will still be seen all throughout the country, including in Philadelphia.

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