Nest thermostats can keep track of your HVAC system

Source: Google

The new Nest thermostat isn't the only model that can alert you if something is amiss with your HVAC system. All Nest thermostats are now capable of identifying if something is wrong with your HVAC system. Google rolled out an update in the US and in some parts of Canada that allows the device to monitor your system. 

It started as a side project for Nest software engineers two years ago, and the company started testing it out earlier this year. The team was able to develop the feature because of cloud computing advancements in recent years. During the test, it sent users who sign up for Nest Home Report alerts if the Nest thermostat finds some errors with their heating, ventilation, or AC. 

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

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The new update to Tesla's Full Self-Driving beta is making leaps when it comes to reducing human intervention. The company's CEO, Elon Musk, claims the feature reduces the need for intervention by about a third. He didn't share what improvements were made to make this possible, but Tesla owners can expect updates to Full-Self Driving every five to 10 days.

Musk concedes that the system won't be perfect, but he hoped that the likelihood of an issue or error occurring would dip "far lower" than what you'd expect from humans.

The improvements are essential to make it more enticing for users to use. Tesla still hopes that FSD will be widely accessible by the end of the year. 

Source: Engadget

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

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As it continues to face sanctions in the US, Huawei isn't allowed to conduct business with companies from that country. One issue it has to face is developing new processors for its smartphones that won't rely on US technology. A new report suggests the Chinese company is looking to build its own chip plant in Shanghai that won't rely on the US.

The facility will start producing low-end 45nm chips, according to Financial Times. Citing sources familiar with the project, the company would then move on to 28nm chips for Internet of Things products by the end of 2021, followed by 20nm 5G chips for 5G tech equipment by late 2022.

Huawei itself doesn't have any background in chip manufacturing, so the report claims the plant will be run by Shanghai IC R&D, a research company backed by the city's government.

Source: Bloomberg

Canadian Reviewer Weekly Roundup – 10/25 – 10/31

Apple announces service program for AirPods Pro with crackling/static problems, ANC issues

Samsung Galaxy S21+ shown off in new CAD renders 

Epic's new filing claims Apple 'has no rights to the fruits of Epic's labor' 

Rumours suggest Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra will be similar to predecessor 

Apple will reportedly release redesigned AirPods next year 

Report claims Apple still working on over-ear headphones, plans another HomePod speaker 

Microsoft to release 'The Mandalorian' Xbox controller bundle 

'Crash Bandicoot: On The Run' to arrive in Spring 2021 

Netflix, Ubisoft partner to develop live action 'Assassin's Creed' series 

Zoom begins end-to-end encryption rollout 

SkipTheDishes, Wine Rack partner to deliver alcohol in Ontario 

Apple Clips introduces iPad-specific features in new update 

Apple One bundles to go live on Oct. 30 

Tim Hortons' Halloween celebration includes Snapchat filters, discounted Timbits 

Epic Games Store freebies get spooky this week 

Google Meet begins rollout of custom backgrounds on web app