Netflix experiments with a linear-style channel in France

If you're overwhelmed by the number of options Netflix offers on its streaming service, the company has a solution—at least in France. The company introduced a new feature called Direct, which provides a linear-style channel on Netflix's web version. It's only available in France, where Netflix claims that traditional TV is still "hugely popular" for people who "just want a 'lean back' experience where they don't have to choose shows." Netflix also hopes the feature will expose its users to shows they might not watch.

When users choose to use Direct, Netflix will display the shows coming up with a 24-hour grid of programmed shows and times. After five days, the programming will automatically update based on what's popular on the platform overall instead of on personal tastes.  

Source: Engadget

Apple MagSafe Duo charger supports Apple Watch

While it isn't for sale yet, Apple has revealed the new MagSafe Duo charger's price. At $169, it is significantly pricier than the standard MagSafe charger, which costs $55. As its name suggests, it can charge compatible iPhones, AirPods wireless charging case, other Qi-certified devices, and the Apple Watch, which the standard MagSafe Charger doesn't support. It's foldable, so it's easy to bring around as well.

Unfortunately, it will cost you more if you need a power adapter to plug it into an outlet. Apple doesn't include it with the charger. You can buy Apple's 20W USB-C power adapter for $25.

Source: Engadget

Canadian Reviewer Weekly Roundup – 11/1 – 11/7

Review: 2020 Lexus UX250h AWD

Report: Huawei plans to build chip plant without using US tech 

Tesla's Full Self-Driving beta update promises fewer human interventions 

Nest thermostats can keep track of your HVAC system 

Google works on fix to deal with Pixel 5's battery indicator issue 

Google Pixel Slate is suffering serious memory problems 

Apple promises "One more thing." on Nov. 10 streaming event 

New report corroborates rumours that the next Samsung flagship will launch earlier 

Apple HomePod, HomePod mini get Pandora integration 

WhatsApp's new tool makes it easier to mass delete photos, videos 

Snapchat lets creators show subscriber counts 

Apple's iPhone 5c is now a vintage product with limited support 

'Resident Evil 8' on PS5 to support 4K ray tracing, adaptive triggers 

TwitchCon becomes GlitchCon, a streaming event happening on Nov. 14 

Google Pixel 5 screen gaps are part of the design 

WhatsApp to debut disappearing messages this month 

This is how much usable storage you'll get from the PS5, Xbox Series S/X 

Google Stadia finally starts rolling out Family Sharing 

'Sackboy: A Big Adventure' won't include online multiplayer when it launches 

Xbox exclusive 'The Medium' won't come out until January 2021 

Xbox exclusive 'The Medium' won't come out until January 2021

It looks like one more title is avoiding the launch of Cyberpunk 2077. The upcoming horror game from Blair Witch developer Bloober Team will be pushed back to January 28, 2021. The Medium was initially supposed to launch on December 10 for the Xbox Series S and Series X.

The studio didn't outright mention CD Projekt Red's highly anticipated title. But it said in its release, “It wasn’t an easy choice to make, but one made due to the COVID-19 situation in Poland, as well as the current schedule of other games on the market." 

Source: Engadget