Wednesday
Feb212018

Lost in Space reboot coming on April 13 as a Netflix exclusive

Lost in Space is a Netflix Original dramatic and modern reimagining of the classic 1960’s science fiction series. Set 30 years in the future, colonization in space is now a reality, and the Robinson family is among those tested and selected to make a new life for themselves in a better world.

But when the new colonists find themselves abruptly torn off course en route to their new home they must forge new alliances and work together to survive in a dangerous alien environment, light-years from their original destination. Stranded along with the Robinsons are two outsiders who find themselves thrown together by circumstance and a mutual knack for deception.

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Wednesday
Feb212018

Ford Mustang fans can now personalize badges, shirts and grille badges using Facebook

Since its introduction more than 50 years ago, Ford Mustang has given enthusiasts the opportunity to personalize their ride in ways no other vehicle could offer. Whether it’s the mighty Boss 302 or the 1968 Pony edition, powerful V8s and racing stripes, trick shifters, custom wheels and more – personalization has always been big for Mustang fans.

Now, in celebration of the 2018 model – which offers more personalization than ever before – fans can create and share Mustang art through the Personalize Your Pony experience on Facebook. The experience allows fans to create personalized pony art right on their Facebook pages, then use their designs to order prints, clothing and even a limited-edition grille badge for their late-model Mustang.

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Wednesday
Feb212018

Qualcomm outlines Windows on ARM PC release via various US carriers

Windows On Arm devices are going to be laptops and 2-in-1's capable of running Windows 10 just like Intel-powered devices but they will have smaller form factors as well as vastly improved battery life thanks to the ARM architechture which have been developed for smartphones and tablets. Another aspect of Windows on ARM is the always connected aspect since cellular capability is on board with these devices.  

Qualcomm revealed that Windows on ARM will release via 14 carriers (none of which are in Canada) and will feature three models.

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Wednesday
Feb212018

Time to say goodbye to Swype

The keyboard app responsible for making swipeable virtual keyboard an essential feature is going away. Nuance, the company who bought Swype around six years ago, just announced it’s discontinuing the app for both iOS and Android. Users can still use it as normal and will continue to have access to tech support in the coming months despite it being taken out of the app stores. Nuance it seems wants to put its focus on its other products, specifically mentioning their artificial intelligence-powered solutions.

In a statement sent to The Verge, Nuance said, “the core technology behind Swype will continue to be utilized and improved upon across other Nuance offerings—and integrated into our broader AI-powered solutions—most notably in Android-based keyboard solutions for our automotive customers.”