Apple confirms September 9 product launch event

Wish we could say more.

Apple has officially confirmed that there will be an Event on September 9 likely focusing on new iPhones, iOS 8 and possibly more. The unusually white and colour-free invitation received by some news outlets, shows a stylized close-up of the Apple Logo, the 9.9. 2014 date, and the mother of all teasers "Wish we could say more." at the bottom.

The yearly iPhone events usually take place in San Francisco's Yerba Buena Center for the Arts or at Apple's Cupertino headquarters at One Infinite Loop, but this time, the event will be held at the Flint Center for the Performing Arts in Cupertino, California. 

What else was launched at this now historic venue? The original Macintosh in 1984. You know what else? The original Bondi Blue iMac in 1998. Apple's also said to be building a large structure next to the venue. 

Stay tuned as the tech press begins the yearly parsing of this invitation as we try to unravel more clues as to what is coming.

Source: AppleInsider

LG and Samsung sneak out new smart watches before Moto and Apple events

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Just months after officially introducing their Android Wear smart watches, both Samsung and LG have teased new wearables in anticipation of Motorola's Moto 360 and Apple's anticipated 'wrist wearable thing,' which are expected to be announced days from each other in early September.

LG's second smart watch is a departure from its plain and bland first try, the LG G watch Round looks more sophisticated and attractive than the previous version. So, if you waited and you really wanted a round smart watch, you now have a choice. But is it a good time to choose?

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Olympus' new PEN E-PL7 caters to the smartphone and selfie set

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Instead of trying to compete with smartphones, Olympus is finding the best ways to integrate and enhance both experiences.

It's no secret that smartphones have been eroding the sales of traditional DSLRs and point and shoot digital cameras into oblivion.

The convenience of carrying a capable and connected large megapixel camera built-into a smartphone, has made it difficult for camera companies to adjust. Olympus has managed to keep innovating, and their latest crop of PEN ILC's offer features that complement rather than compete with smartphones.

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Microsoft to release standalone Kinect for Xbox One in October

Microsoft recently unbundled the Kinect from its Xbox One offerings to lower the price. Now, if you feel like you still need the Kinect in your life, the company will be offering the device this October for US$150. The extra $50 will gets you a copy of Dance Central Spotlight. We’re not sure if that would be enough to entice people to buy the Kinect but if it is, then enjoy your new Kinect and dance away.

Source: Gizmodo