Huawei launches Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro with AI-focused features

Photos by Emily Chung

Huawei launched its Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro flagship smartphones in Munich, Germany today. Huawei, which recently overtook Apple as the world's second largest smartphone maker, unveiled HUAWEI Mate 10 Series, which will open the door to new AI mobile applications.

The HUAWEI Mate 10, HUAWEI Mate 10 Pro, and PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate 10 showcase breakthrough AI devices that combine innovative hardware, the Kirin 970 chipset and EMUI 8.0. The HUAWEI Mate 10 Series feature high performance and long-lasting battery life, while integrating New Leica Dual Camera technology.

Huawei seems to have hit all the high notes. Not only have they developed their own processor and AI focused blueprint, they have partnered with premium brands like Leica and Porsche Design to bring reputable solutions and design to their stable of flagship handsets.

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What happens when Ford Canada takes city folks to the farm in new F-150s?

 

Over the past year, Ford Canada has invited various media and "influencer" types out for experiences involving their vehicles in real-life settings. The latest opportunity gave us the chance to spend a day-in-a-life of the farming family of Gro-Pak Farms located just on the outskirts of the city as they were gearing up to harvest season.

So, why did Ford decide to send a bunch of city folks into the country? We wondered as well and, to be honest, it intrigued us. 

We first met right in the downtown core of Toronto to jump into a new Ford F-150. We were handed over the keys to a gorgeous Ford 2018 F150 Limited. The instructions? "Follow the map, or preloaded directions on the navigation system and enjoy." 

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Sony releases first OTA update for Xperia XZ1 and Xperia XZ1 Compact

For the first time, Sony has released the first over-the-air update for its Xperia XZ1 and Xperia XZ1 Compact. This update brings the build number to 47.1.A.2.374 from 47.1.A.2.324. It brings with it the latest October 1, 2017 Android security patches. But beyond that we’re not sure what else is being offered in the update. If the OTA update doesn’t show up on your device immediately, be patient. Roll outs for these usually take a bit of time.

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Tesla fires hundreds of employees while Model 3 production experiences delays

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been quoted before saying the company plans to make 5,000 units of its mass-market Model 3. But early stumbles and issues seem to be bogging the company down, putting into question whether this goal is feasible. On top of this, the automaker also seems to be cleaning its ranks as part of its annual performance review. Tesla dismissed several hundred of employees, including everyone from engineers, salespeople, managers, and down to factory employees. The company won’t give specifics about these dismissals beyond that. According to a statement from the company, “Like all companies, Tesla conducts an annual performance review during which a manager and employee discuss the results that were achieved, as well as how those results were achieved, during the performance period," explained a brand spokesperson. "This includes both constructive feedback and recognition of top performers with additional compensation and equity awards, as well as promotions in many cases. As with any company, especially one of over 33,000 employees, performance reviews also occasionally result in employee departures. Tesla is continuing to grow and hire new employees around the world.”

How this’ll affect production of its new vehicle remains to be seen. Tesla began production of the Model 3 in July and was able to build 260 of them in the third quarter. However, this is only 17 percent of the projected 1,500 units produced in the same time period. The company might be reevaluating its processes to see that they can meet the goal it set for itself.

Source: The Drive + USA Today