Friday
Aug222014

Google Voice Search adds multi-language support

When doing multi-language Voice Search before, Google would need you to change the language settings. Now, they are rolling out an update that will support multiple languages. The latest version of Google Search (version 3.6) should be up on Play Store. To activate this feature, you just need to head to the Settings menu and then select Search & Now > Voice > Languages. You can then pick up to five languages you want Google Search to understand. But Android Police points out there are still shortcomings with the update, including the lose of "Ok Google" detection. Hopefully they fix that soon.

Friday
Aug222014

Intuit releases Quicken 2015 for Mac

It took seven years, but Intuit finally released an all-new version of Quicken for the Mac. Available for download from Quicken.com for $74.99Quicken 2015 for Mac also sports an updated design, reminiscent of Apple's new "flat" design direction in OS X Yosemite. A companion app for iOS, Quicken Money Management is free. 

While showcasing many of the features of older versions, Quicken 2015 lacks the the ability to create a 12-month budget, show loan amortization as well as pay bills within the application. Other features available to the Windows version, like multi-currency conversion and advanced investment options, are also missing from the Mac variant, though may be coming soon.

Source: Appleinsider

Friday
Aug222014

Leaks of the rumoured Moto X+1 surface

Since @evleaks announced he was retiring from the tech leaks game, it looks like he wanted to leave us all with a parting gift: leaked press renders of the alleged successor of the Moto X. The Moto X+1 looks like it retains the overall shape of the Moto X but it is a bit bigger than its predecessor. And there are new speaker at the top and bottom of the device. One of the renders has a Verizon logo at the back, which means the telecom company will be one of the carriers of this new rumoured device.

Source: Ubergizmo

Thursday
Aug212014

The Apple Beat: iMac turns 16

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Apple's iMac turned 16 recently, and I couldn't help but feel a bit nostalgic about this very important chapter in Apple's history and also in my own life. For many people, the iMac meant a more affordable Mac and one that looked unlike any other PC in the market. It ushered in a new era as the Mac for the Internet age as well as one that shed old standards for new ones. Here's a look back.

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