The iPhone 7 is already leading to intense competition in the industry
We aren’t anywhere close to the launch of the iPhone 6s, however that still hasn’t stopped rumors from flooding in about 2016’s iPhone 7. The Electronic Daily News says that TSMC, which is making A8 and A9 chips for certain iOS devices, is going to open a 10nm pilot line next month. The project could be further expanded and could end up making A10 chips for Apple’s 2016 iPhone 7 model next year.
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It’s official: Cortana is coming to iOS and Android
Microsoft knows that we live in a world where users expect to be able to use any of their devices to complete a task. That’s why it didn’t come as much of a surprise when Microsoft revealed on Tuesday that a Cortana companion app is coming to Windows Phone, iOS and Android devices.
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SCAM ALERT: New Facebook scam wants to steal your login and your money
Another day, another scam — but this one might have the potential to rope in unsuspecting people at an above average rate. A new wave of messages is sweeping Facebook, and it may be an easy one for some people to fall for considering how enthusiastic they are about Facebook. The scam involves replies made to users’ posts informing them that their accounts may have to be suspended due to reports of abuse. The only way to prevent the suspension, according to the scam messages, is to enter your login credentials and update your payment information in Facebook’s system.
Of course, these messages have nothing to do with Facebook and victims risk having their logins stolen along with their credit card information.
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Android M: Release timing revealed, along with several key details
Google is about to unveil Android M, its next major Android update, but various reports have already provided details regarding what’s in store for Android fans. However, in addition to new features such as fingerprint recognition and a new photos app, Google also wants to improve Android’s performance with its M release, and it will accomplish its goal in a fashion similar to Apple’s plans with iOS 9.
Furthermore, a new report also shares details about potential release timing for the upcoming new version of Android.
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Jony Ive promoted to Apple’s Chief Design Officer
Jony Ive, Apple’s legendary designer, is moving on up. Writing for The Telegraph, Stephen Fry writes that the man responsible for both the look and feel of the iPod and the iPhone was recently promoted to a new position — Chief Design Officer. Previously, Ive held the position of Senior VP of Design.
In step with Ive’s promotion, two of Ive’s trusted industrial design lieutenants will also be moving up the corporate ladder. Stepping into the role of head industrial designer will be Richard Howarth. Meanwhile, Alan Dye, whose name you might remember from Wired’s fascinating expose on the Apple Watch, will be the company’s new head of User Interface.
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Charter to merge with Time Warner Cable in massive $78.7 billion deal
Charter is hoping to succeed where Comcast failed. Charter on Tuesday announced that it plans to merge with Time Warner Cable in a deal worth $78.7 billion, which is a hefty premium over the $45 billion that Comcast offered to buy TWC last year.
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Linux creator says Windows, OS X, iOS and Android are all malware
Richard Stallman, known for his instrumental role in the creation of Linux, has written an opinion piece arguing that nearly any operating system you might use today can be considered malware, and that goes for popular mobile platforms as well as desktop operating systems.
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The LS7HNTR: A 1,000HP Twin-Turbo Terminator Cobra
With more than 1,000 rwhp thanks to high compression and twin turbos, this Cobra has no problem living up to its custom plate.
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Correct Voltage Regulator for a 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 and More Advice
I have a ’70 Mustang Boss 302 that was built in May of 1970. What is the correct voltage regulator for my car?
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Why the BlackBerry Storm was the single biggest disaster in smartphone history
We’ve seen a couple of high-profile smartphone flops in recent years, including the Amazon Fire Phone and the Facebook-centric HTC First. However, neither of those phones bombed quite so spectacularly as the 2008 BlackBerry Storm, which was RIM’s first attempt at launching a genuine iPhone rival.
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