Google Helpouts app gets pulled from app stores

It seemed like a good idea in theory. Learn from experts via video chat (or in Google’s case through Hangouts) about everything from guitar lessons to cooking a new dish. But alas, it didn’t pick up. That’s why Google quietly pulled its Helpouts app from the Google Play Store and Apple iTunes App Store. Even within the apps you can’t access the content. If you have been using the service, your only recourse is through the web-based Helpouts.

Source: Android Headlines

Dell introduces new laptops and tablets for the classroom

Dell Venue Pro 10

Dell wants to foster a more collaborative learning environment with its new line of laptops and tablets, including a new Chromebook, Latitude laptop, and Venue tablets.

The second-generation Chromebook 11 brings a new anti-glare HD display with optional touchscreen, liquid - resistant keyboard and touchpad, and front-facing HD webcam for collaboration. Dell has also integrated an "activity light" feature that lets teachers monitor student activity and help facilitate activities in the classroom. As a Chromebook, it is also coupled with Google Apps for Education.

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Report claims Microsoft bought company behind Surface Pro 3 pen

Microsoft reportedly now own N-trig, the company behind the Surface Pro 3’s pen. According to Israeli financial news site Calcalist (which was translated by Reuters), the two companies reached a US$200 million deal. It is said most of the 190 employees of N-trig will move to Microsoft Israel as part of a new research and development center. Microsoft won’t confirm the purchase yet at the moment. We will keep you posted if we hear anything.

Source: Calcalist + Reuters | Via: Engadget

Have someone manage your Facebook account when you die

Facebook is hoping to help you memorialize your account once you’ve passed on. The social network has introduced a “legacy contact” feature so someone can manage your account on your behalf postmortem. What they can do is update your profile pictures and cover photos, respond to new friend requests, and write pinned posts on top of the deceased user’s timeline. And they also gain the ability to download your Facebook data entirely. Legacy contacts won’t be able to log into your accounts or access your private messages though. Your account will also display a redesigned profile with the word “Remembering” above your name.

But if you don’t want someone managing your account, you can opt to have your account permanently deleted when you die. The rollout for this feature starts in the U.S. before it expands worldwide. You can read more about adding a legacy contact here.

Source: Entrepreneur