Wednesday
Apr162014

iPad dashboard Morning gets iPhone version

If you’ve been needing a new dashboard app for your iPhone, Morning is making its way from the iPad into the smaller iOS device. This dashboard app works much like Google Now. It shows you the weather, your to-do list, RSS feed, and the like on one screen. It is a customizable wake-up screen for your phone that provides you with a sneak peek of what your day is going to be like. The app costs US$3 in the iTunes App Store.

Source: Lifehacker

Wednesday
Apr162014

MakerBot Adds 3D Printable curriculum content to Thingiverse for Teachers

MakerBot is often known for its futuristic 3D printing technology that unleashes creativity. But today, MakerBot is taking a step back in time to the period of 2470 BC and is providing students a glimpse of ancient civilization through a unique 3D model of the Great Pyramid of Giza through its MakerBot Academy M educational initiative.

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Tuesday
Apr152014

New Roku 3 update brings search to smartphone

For those Roku users who don’t have the company’s HDMI Streaming Stick, you now have a chance to do searches on your smartphone with the upcoming update for Roku 3 devices. The rollout is expected to wrap up by April 22. So if the update hasn’t come your way, just wait a bit. Those using other models will also be getting the update in the coming weeks. And for the time being, be a bit more patient and suffer through typing with the remote.

Source: Roku Blog

Tuesday
Apr152014

Google brings Helpouts app to iPhone

If you’re in need of some expert advice on how to fix your bike or repair a dress, Google has brought in its Helpouts service to the iPhone (there is no iPad version at the moment).   You can schedule video chats with the experts but you will be limited to the free advice given. Google hasn’t brought paid Helpouts to the iPhone app. And you will need to be using a browser if you want to create listings for your instructional sessions.

Source: 9to5mac.com