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Apple ordered to pay $308.5 million after losing Digital Rights Management Patent case in Texas

Apple has been ordered to pay $308.5 million to Personalized Media Communications after a federal jury in Texas found the company had infringed on a technology patent related to digital rights management, Bloomberg reported. PMC had sued Apple over its FairPlay technology, used to distribute encrypted content from iTunes, Apple Music, and its App Store. PMC, which is a patent licensing firm, originally sued Apple in 2015, claiming the tech […]

todayMarch 22, 2021

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Just What exactly IS an NFT, and Why Should You Care?

An NFT stands for Non-Fungible Token. Something's that's fungible can be replaced by something else that means the same - like swapping $10 for 10 $1 bills. Non-fungible, then, means that it's completely unique - like a one-off pressing of a vinyl record, a unique manuscript or a particular painting. The NFT is like a certificate of authenticity, deed or ownership to an asset, so it's this that can be […]

todayMarch 18, 2021

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Microsoft and Major Newspapers join forces to fight Google and Facebook with Bipartisan Political support

Over the last decade, hundreds of newspapers have disappeared largely due to Big Tech’s disruption of the ad market. Republicans and Democrats can’t agree on much when it comes to tech reform, whether it be content moderation or spinning off acquisitions, but they do seem to agree that local journalism needs saving. On Friday, a House Judiciary subcommittee hearing focused on the way Google and Facebook distribute news, and a […]

todayMarch 17, 2021

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If you’ve been waiting for LG’s Android Updates, you’re going to have to wait some more

LG’s German website has revealed its Android 11 update roadmap — at least for Europe — and the news isn’t too encouraging. With the exception of the LG Velvet 5G, most of the company’s phones won’t get Android 11 until the back half of 2021, with the vast majority of devices not seeing the update until at least the fourth quarter of 2021 (long after Android 12 should be available, if Google’s release schedule […]

todayMarch 16, 2021

Health & Wellness

Facebook will help you find and book a COVID-19 vaccination

Facebook has announced that it's launching a tool that will show "when and where you can get vaccinated" for COVID-19, and provide a link to help you make an appointment. The new feature will show in its COVID-19 Information Center and is arriving when the US and other countries are starting to vaccinate adults. The aim is "to help bring 50 million people a step closer to getting COVID-19 vaccines," […]

todayMarch 16, 2021

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Netflix Brings the Hammer Down on Password Sharing

Netflix has more than 200 million subscribers around the world, and now the company is looking at ways to curb password sharing for both business and security reasons. A new feature, first spotted by GammaWire, prevents people who are not authorized to use the account from accessing it. A Netflix spokesperson told The Verge, “This test is designed to help ensure that people using Netflix accounts are authorized to do so.” If Netflix detects that […]

todayMarch 15, 2021

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Tencent-branded RedMagic gaming phone launched with 165Hz screen

RedMagic, the gaming brand of ZTE subdivision Nubia, has launched a new smartphone in collaboration with Chinese tech and gaming giant Tencent. The RedMagic 6 and 6 Pro are high-end devices available to order now in China, with a global launch coming later this month. The RedMagic 6 has an Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor, active fan cooling, and a 6.8-inch 1080p OLED display with a refresh rate of 165Hz, making […]

todayMarch 11, 2021

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The Jeep’s 2022 Wagoneer will be the first to have Amazon Fire TV built in

Amazon’s Fire TV entertainment platform is going to hit the road in Jeep’s 2022 Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer SUVs, which will be the first to feature built-in Fire TV support. The upcoming Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer are set to be formally revealed this week, on March 11th, but Jeep’s parent company, Stellantis, has given a preview by announcing the new Amazon integration last Friday. Amazon’s software will be accessible from both the […]

todayMarch 10, 2021

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Razer’s new Anzu “Smart” Glasses are available Now, with truly Wireless Audio

On Friday Razer formally announced its Anzu “smart” glasses, which follow Bose, Amazon, and other companies by integrating audio speakers directly into the glasses temples. The $199.99 Anzu glasses will be available in both rectangular and round frames, and each will come in two sizes: small and large, and you can now place an order. Two sets of lenses come in the retail package: a regular, clear pair that offers […]

todayMarch 9, 2021

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