IBM and Toronto Raptors team on cognitive analytics to evaluate player's talent

IBM and Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE) have introduced a first of its kind solution called IBM Sports Insights Central (US). The solution is designed to transform the Raptors’ talent evaluation processes by reimagining data through cognitive and analytics technology.

IBM Sports Insights Central was developed with input from the Toronto Raptors to provide a comprehensive platform to view, organize and surface relevant data important in evaluating individual and team performance. The platform extends beyond current roster players to include all NBA players and NBA prospects.

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Kindle Voyage eReader now available on Amazon.ca

Amazon's Kindle Voyage is now available in Canada via Amazon.ca for the price of $299.99. Kindle Voyage is super thin—at just 7.6mm—and light—weighing less than 180 grams – making it easy to hold and read on for hours.

With a flush-front bezel for a clean, streamlined design, Kindle Voyage was crafted to come one step closer to a sheet of paper. It features a high-resolution 300 pixel per inch, high contrast, and high brightness display and has an adaptive front light which automatically adjusts the brightness of the display based on surrounding light. Kindle Voyage also features reimagined page turns with PagePress making it easy to turn a page without lifting a finger—simply rest your thumb on the bezel and turn the page by lightly pressing.   For more information check out www.amazon.ca/voyage.

Source: Amazon 

Nexbit opens online store, limited number of Robin smartphones available for sale

Nextbit and its Robin Android smartphone have one of the most refreshing and exciting takes on what a modern smartphone should be. The company has just unveiled its online store and to celebrate, they have made a limited number of models available for purchase. Running the Nextbit OS, the Robin is a cloud-connected smartphone sold unlocked and with an open bootloader. 

The Robin runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 processor. It has a 5.2-inch 1080p IPC LCD display featuring Gorilla Glass 4, 32GB of onboard storage, 100 GB of online storage and 3GB of RAM. Cameras are a 13 MP rear shooter with autofocus, pahse detection and a dual-tone flash plus a rear facing 5MP number. It features a Fingerprint sensor, quck charge USB Type C and is compatible with most GSM and CDMA bands. Cost is US $399 but with the Canadian dollar being what it is, expect to pay upwards of CAD $530.00

Source: Nextbit

Skype's group calling feature coming to Android and iOS today

Skype users on Android and iOS can now enjoy the group calling feature on smartphones and tablets which will allow multiple users to join a Skype call. Microsoft has made it easy to send links to Skype group calls via text, email or various other messaging apps. It looks like they have put a lot of thought into this update, which offers a lot of customization and even the ability to Pin specific users.  Read more about it here.

Source: Skype Blog