Edward Snowden held secret talks with Joseph Gordon-Levitt for actor’s biopic role

Actors generally talk to the people they play in biographical movies. But what if you’re researching a high-profile fugitive? It would seem it’s still possible. Joseph Gordon-Levitt admitted to holding a secret four-hour meeting with NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden in Russia. The meeting was so secret that Gordon-Levitt was advised to not record the conversation and avoid acknowledging the talks even happened for a while. According to the actor, he believes Snowden acted out of genuine concern that mass surveillance in America was going too far. Gordon-Levitt will be playing Snowden in the upcoming biopic helmed by Oliver Stone.

Source: The Guardian | Via: Engadget 

Video: Brussels Apple Store opening shows preview of new look and feel coming to retail

There's a new Apple Store in Brussels, Belgium and it's contained in an ultramodern building. What's interesting about this video, aside from the fact that lining up for an Apple Store opening is still very much a thing, is the new design and layout of the store which is pioneering some new retail features.

It is said that Apple's Director of Design, Jony Ive, is behind the new look. We see tree-lined benches, motion activated display areas, Beats headphone-specific displays and overall a clean yet practical arrangement for Apple's growing plethora of products.

Source: http://www.onemorething.nl/

Skype on Microsoft Edge will soon function without plug-ins

Soon enough you'll no longer have to worry about plug-ins to get to use Skype on Microsoft's new Edge browser. The latest build for Windows 10 Insider Preview has Object RTC API, which lets apps with real-time audio and video communication to work without any installation necessary. It'll work for things like Skype, Outlook.com, and any other WebRTC-compatible services. It's still in preview though so the experience might not be as seamless. It's said though that the tech should exit its preview phase and go live later this year. Other browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Safari also support WebRTC standards, but we don't know if Microsoft plans to offer the experience there or make it exclusive to their browser. 

Source: Engadget 

Kenwood brings new CarPlay in-dash head units to market

Apple may have been quiet about CarPlay recently but this hasn't stopped car infotainment partners from releasing new aftermarket head-units which are ideal for older vehicles. Kenwood's released the Excelon DDX6902S (MSRP US $850.00) and DDX6702S (MSRP US $800.00) expand the family of units equipped with Apple® CarPlay, the Apple-produced in-vehicle interface for iPhone.  

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