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(Patent) Apple Invents a Dual-Speaker Earphone System that Could Play Music Privately
[Tech]
2023/08/16 09:08
Apple invents a Dual-Speaker earphone system that could play music privately or in new 'Public Mode' via a new exhaust portThis week, the European Patent Office published a patent application from Apple that relates to a new kind of earphones that provides the user with a dual-speaker system. More specifically, the earphones provide the user the option to listen to their music in private or in...
Apple’s Smartphone Revenue and Operating Profit Hit June-Quarter Records in Q2 2023
[Business]
2023/08/16 09:07
Apple led global smartphone revenues and operating profit with record June-quarter shares of 45% and 85% respectively.Global smartphone revenues declined by 8% YoY and 15% QoQ to well under $90 billion in Q2 2023.In the same period, global smartphone operating profit fell to below $13 billion, declining by 3% YoY and 27% QoQ.Apple was the single-largest contributor to profitability, with an 85%...
Robotaxis Can Now Trundle The Streets of San Francisco 24/7
[Business]
2023/08/16 09:07
A major win for the taxi operators, a significant setback for activists, city officials, and competitors.Robotaxis will be free to lumber about autonomously across the streets of San Francisco all day, every day. It's a major win for the taxi operators, but a significant setback for anti-car activists, city officials, and and competing rideshare companies.On Thursday, Waymo and Cruise were gran...
Handbag Wars : Coach vs. Michael Kors is Now Coach + Michael Kors
[Business]
2023/08/16 09:05
Tapestry, the parent company of Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman, is set to add Michael Kors, Versace, and Jimmy Choo to its bag after striking a deal to acquire Capri Holdings in a deal reportedly worth some $8.5 billion.The 6 brands netted a collective $12 billion in revenue last year and, according to Tapestry CEO Joanne Crevoiserat, will combine to create “a new powerful global luxur...
Clip Mouse - Minimalist Clip-on Mouse Can be Worn Around Your Fingers
[Product]
2023/08/16 09:04
Portable and lightweight mouse for use on any surface.THE mouse for your Mac and PC like no other. Clip Mouse introduces a new design and functionality while retaining all the features of a regular mouse. It has been primarily designed as a replacement for the Magic Mouse, aiming to transfer all the functions and capabilities of the Apple Magic Mouse into a completely new, even lighter, more mi...
How a $12 Phone Could Help Close India’s Digital Divide
[Business]
2023/08/16 09:03
The Jio Bharat is a low-cost mobile phone designed to bridge the digital divide in India by providing basic internet access to the country’s rural population.India's mobile communications and digital economy are growing rapidly, with 5G services starting and reinforced digitalization efforts - but disparities remain nonetheless.Overcoming digital divides across the world is the focus of the Wo...
(Patent) Apple has Won a Patent for a Virtual Trackpad Device Accessory for Apple Vision Pro
[Tech]
2023/08/15 09:10
Apple has Won a Patent for a Virtual Trackpad Device Accessory for Apple Vision Pro to assist in manipulating 3D Objects+.The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office officially granted Apple a patent that was originally filed in April 2020 regarding a possible accessory device for Apple Vision Pro. More specifically, a unique virtual trackpad accessory that users can use in virtual worlds or games to...
ChatGTP's Total Webs Users Fell for The First Time in June
[Business]
2023/08/15 09:09
Good morning! The words “artificial intelligence” have whirred through corporate boardrooms, newspapers, and watercooler conversations across the world for months now, but nothing has captured public attention quite like ChatGPT. Now, 9 months on from when the Chartr office first wasted an entire afternoon experimenting with the chatbot, we’re asking the question: has it lived up to the monu...
This Apple Watch Powerbank Charges It Right on the Wrist to Face The Day Once More
[Design]
2023/08/15 09:08
In a world dominated by smartwatches, few have captivated the fans quite like the Apple Watch. This ingenious timepiece has won the hearts of millions with its combination of style, functionality, and convenience. Whether you’re heading to a business meeting or embarking on an adventure, the Apple Watch seamlessly complements your attire and lifestyle.However, like any masterpiece, Apple Watch...
Virtualitics Raises $37M for AI-driven, 3D Data Exploration
[Investing]
2023/08/15 09:07
California-based Virtualitics, a startup providing enterprises with an AI-driven platform for 3D data exploration, today announced $37 million in a series C round of funding. The company said it will use the capital to expand its footprint and add more capabilities to its offering to make it easier for users to analyze and understand complex, business-critical datasets.The round has been led by...
Bankruptcies Among Private Equity Portfolio Companies on Track for 13-Year High
[Investing]
2023/08/15 09:06
Private equity portfolio companies in the US are on course in 2023 to post the highest number of annual bankruptcy filings since 2010, as credit tightening and interest rate hikes push highly leveraged companies toward nonperforming status.In the first half of 2023, 338 US companies filed for bankruptcy protection, including 54 companies with private equity or venture capital backing, according...
Swiss Startup Aims to Create Automated Factories with Multi-purpose 3D Printing Bots
[Tech]
2023/08/15 09:05
SAEKI, a Switzerland-based startup, has announced its launch with a $2.3M seed funding round, focusing on a significant challenge in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry—the slow and costly manufacture of large components. By utilizing 3D printing technology and industrial robots, the company aims to create fully automated plants capable of producing large-scale items...
