Sunday
Jan192014

Review: Dell Venue 8 Pro's wireless keyboard and case

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

The Dell Venue 8 Pro is one of the first 8-inch Windows 8.1 tablets and is a stellar value at $299 for the 32GB version. Dell wants users to consider the Dell Venue 8 Pro as more than just a tablet, they've created a specific wireless keyboard and case to turn it into a makeshift subportable notebook.

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Sunday
Jan192014

Google takes on diabetes with smart contact lenses

The Google[x] research lab is hard at work at developing smart contact lenses that can help diabetics monitor glucose levels with the use of tears. The lenses will feature sensors that are “so small they look like bits of glitter, and an antenna thinner than a human hair.” The tech company’s lab already developed prototypes and conducted clinical research studies. They are currently meeting with the US Food and Drug Administration to get clearance and are seeking partners to help bring the product to the market.

Project co-founders Brian Otis and Babak Parviz said in a blog post that they hope “this could someday lead to a new way for people with diabetes to manage their disease.” 

Sunday
Jan192014

Amazon plans to ship your next order before you buy it

Amazon isn’t just thinking of using drones to deliver products. The company gained a new patent in December that is for a new system or method that will anticipate shipping packages. Wall Street Journal reports the company aims to predict your next purchase based on factors such as wish lists, shopping history, and when a new product from a series is coming out.

Sunday
Jan192014

Video: ASUS VivoTab 8 overview from CES 2014

Contributor Alex Davies finds out more about the ASUS ViVoTab 8 Windows 8.1 tablet at the show floor in CES complete with the keyboard accessory. Coming to market in March, the ViVoTab 8 will be available starting at $299 for the 32GB version although wisdom dictates users go for the 64GB version for around $350.