Windows Bean Loader launches, first wireless Arduino programming app for Windows users

Punch Through Design, a hardware and software development firm that brings Bluetooth Low Energy hacking to the masses, has released the Windows Bean Loader, the first-ever wireless Arduino programming app for Windows users. Using the loader app, Windows-based developers and hobbyists can easily upload code to their LightBlue Bean and experience the power of Bluetooth Low Energy, without cables or a physical connection to the LightBlue Bean.

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Microsoft buys Revolution Analytics for statistical computing and predictive analysis

Microsoft just acquired Revolution Analytics the leading commercial provider of software and services for R, the world’s most widely used programming language for statistical computing and predictive analytics. We are making this acquisition to help more companies use the power of R and data science to unlock big data insights with advanced analytics.

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GoDaddy focuses on Canada with new VP and small business solutions

As more business owners look to establish their online presence around the world, GoDaddy is growing its Canadian operations, and has appointed Jill Schoolenberg as its Vice President of Canada. Schoolenberg will lead GoDaddy’s expansion across Canada.

“With GoDaddy’s commitment to provide solutions for small business, together with bilingual customer support, I am excited to help small business owners in Canada be successful.”

“Joining GoDaddy means being able to help small businesses - the largest business segment in Canada - grow their businesses, attract new customers, and sell their products and services online in a cost-effective way,” said Schoolenberg. “With GoDaddy’s commitment to provide solutions for small business, together with bilingual customer support, I am excited to help small business owners in Canada be successful.”

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Apple's Logic Pro X gets major update, improved tools for EDM and Hip Hop audio design

Apple just pushed a huge update to its Logic Pro X music production suite which is free to existing users and ramps up tools for creating EDM (Electronic Dance Music), Dubstep and Hip Hop compositions. Updated features include the popular Drummer and Flex Pitch settings plus and have added several new instruments and tools to create the best possible sound. Hit jump to see what else is new with Logic Pro X. Logic Pro X 10.1 ($199 for new users, free update for existing users) https://www.apple.com/ca/logic-pro/.

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