Android Wear update adds important features, including Wi-Fi support

Android Wear just received an important update. Google's wearable platform can now support Wi-Fi. This means if your Wi-Fi-ready Android Wear watch is connected to a Wi-Fi data and your phone has data connection on (whether it's on you or not), you'll still be able to send messages, get notifications, and use your apps. The platform also extends always-on feature for apps as well so these can stay visible for as long as you need them to.

Other new features include emoji support, wrist flick support to go through stream of notifications and news, and one-tap access to apps and contacts. The update will be coming to all Android Wear watches in the coming weeks, starting with the LG Watch Urbane.

Source: Google

Amazon.ca introduces store for drones

Amazon.ca is making it easier for you to search for drones and its accessories. The site just launched a store specifically for these Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. It boasts of a broad collection from top brands such as DJI and Parrot. There'll also be building kits, parts, and accessories as well as resources for responsible flying and buying guides.

Some new items on the store will be on sale this week to celebrate the launch. You can save up to $100 or more on SJI Phantom Quadcopters, $379 or more on DJI Inspire 1 Quadcopters, 40 percent off EZ RC Flipside Nano Quadcopter Ready to Fly, and 40 percent off EZ Fly RC 101S Flipside Quadcopter.

Source: Amazon

Windows 10 promises better mapping experience

Microsoft is looking to provide its users a better mapping option with Windows 10. The recent preview version of the operating system shows a better integration with Bing. Aside from getting photos, reviews, directions, and Here's in-car navigation, users will also find it easier to look for things to do. You can say you're looking for a place to eat at near your hotel and then book a reservation right on the spot. We can't wait to see once this is fully integrated.

Source: Engadget

Porsche to add CarPlay to future models

Porsche seems to be abiding by the words better late than never with their latest announcement. The German luxury sports car brand said they will support the iOS-based car platform in its future models. Apple and Porsche didn't make a formal announcement for this though. But as SlashGear notes, Porsche was added to the list of companies that support CarPlay on Apple's site. Porsche didn't specify how they plan to integrate CarPlay into their system. The company already has an existing infotainment system called the Porsche Communication Management.

Source: SlashGear