Emerging Filmmakers use iPad to Create & Shoot at HotDocs Film Festival

HotDocs Film Festival is North America's largest documentary film festival, conference and market. It presents it's 22nd annual edition from April 23- May 3, 2015 in Toronto. Over 210 documentaries from around the world will be screened to the public as well as international delegates in the film industry. Hot Docs also includes a hefy roster of industry conference sessions and events.

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Apple's ResearchKit made available today to medical researchers

Apple has made the ResearchKit framework available to medical researchers starting today. This potentially groundbreaking platform can speed up the way medical research is carried out exponentially as well as quickly help medical researchers target specific problems while getting samples and input from patients and participants much faster.

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New Beats by Dre Solo2 Wireless on-ear headphonesheadsets are coloured to match iPhones and MacBooks

The first major product launched by Beats Audio after Apple's celebrated acquisition of the brand is theSolo2 Wireless on-ear headphones and new versions feature Gold, Silver and Space Grey versions that are colour matched to the latest iPhones, iPads and soon, MacBooks. 

Features? Beats says, "Solo2 Wireless offers the same dynamic sound and streamlined design as Solo2, but with the added benefit of wireless capabilities. With its Bluetooth technology, Solo2 Wireless can move freely for up to 30 feet from your audio device. Take phone calls, skip songs, and change the volume using the "b" button and volume buttons on the ear cup. Its rechargeable battery allows you to enjoy up to 12 hours of wireless playback. Not charged? Not a problem. Just plug in the provided RemoteTalkTM cable and enjoy your music." Pricing is at US $299.95 and they should be avalable in Apple Retail Stores.

You can now get the latest iOS 8.3 update

Apple's released the latest iOS 8.3 update which brings various performance upgrades, bug fixes and redesigned Emoji keyboard featuring various skin tones. The Siri voice assistant has new accents and languages, she can now make calls using an iPhone's speakerphone.

There are also various WiFi and Bluetooth fixes as well as additions to CarPlay connectivity and ApplePay functionality. Get it now on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch through iTunes, or as an over-the-air software update. On the iPhone 6, the update is 256 MB and takes around 18 minutes to download and install.