Monday
Feb102025

Apple still pursuing standalone AR glasses

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Apple has reportedly scrapped its plans for Mac-tethered augmented reality (AR) glasses, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The cancelled project, resembling regular glasses with built-in displays, would have required a connection to a Mac computer. This decision, while seemingly a setback, doesn't signal an end to Apple's AR ambitions. 

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Thursday
Feb062025

Nissan to reportedly reject Honda's merger terms

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A proposed merger between Nissan and Honda is on the brink of collapse after Nissan supposedly rejected Honda's latest proposal. The initial plan, announced in December, envisioned a combined holding company structure. However, Honda reportedly recently proposed making Nissan a subsidiary, a move deemed unacceptable by Nissan's board.

While both companies claim discussions are continuing, and a decision is expected by mid-February, the rumoured disagreement casts serious doubt on the deal's future. A combined entity would create the world's third-largest automaker, making the potential failure a major setback.

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Thursday
Feb062025

Apple launches Invites event planning app

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Apple has unveiled an app called Invites designed to streamline event planning within its ecosystem. The app allows Apple device owners to create custom event invitations, share links, and integrate shared photo albums and Apple Music playlists. Weather and Maps widgets are also included for planning and navigation.  

While an iCloud+ subscription is required to create invites, anyone, including Android users, can RSVP and access event details, albeit with a few extra steps. This move positions Apple to compete with platforms like Canva and newer event-planning apps like Partiful.  

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Wednesday
Feb052025

Review: KitchenAid Grain and Rice Cooker takes the guesswork out for home cooks

I grew up with eating rice right from the get-go. As a staple food I was taught really early on how to measure and cook long grain white rice on the stove top. Like many Asians, measurements didn't involved cups or spoons. When it came to rice, we used the "one knuckle" method. That was it. One knuckle's worth of water that would sit above the raw rice.

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