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(Patent) Microsoft’s New Patent Details Improved Audio Augmented Reality System
[Tech]
2019/03/21 09:09
A new patent from Microsoft sheds light on improvements for the audio system for devices emulating an augmented reality. First spotted by us, the patent simply titled ‘Audio augmented reality system’ was published by USPTO on March 19, 2019, and filed by Microsoft in 2018.In the patent application, techniques to enhance the performance of audio augmented reality systems have been described.“...
US Retailers Trump Warren Buffett with Push Into Own Brands
[Business]
2019/03/21 09:08
- Kraft Heinz’s $15bn writedown highlights pressure on some well-known consumer labels- Walmart is investing in its own private label brands as they increase in popularity among cost-conscious US consumersThe balance of power is shifting between the biggest US retailers and their main suppliers.New industry data show retailers such as Walmart, Costco and Target are boosting sales of their own...
Alcatraz AI Raises $4M to Open Doors with Your Face
[Investing]
2019/03/21 09:07
Alcatraz AI today announced the close of a $4 million funding round. Created by former Apple engineer Vince Gaydarzhiev, who helped create Face ID on iPhone 10, Alcatraz uses machine learning and computer vision to control physical access to government buildings and corporate campuses not with a badge, but with your face.Alcatraz combines software with a hardware device equipped with sensors, m...
Stanford Study Suggests Apple Watch Can Safely Identify Irregular Heartbeats
[Tech]
2019/03/21 09:06
Time is absolutely of the essence when it comes to heart failure, so imagine a world where you can rely on your wristwatch to notify you something seems awry.Time can be of the essence when it comes to heart trouble, so imagine a world where you can rely on your wristwatch to notify you if something seems awry. We're certainly not there yet, but a massive new study carried out by Stanford scien...
(PDF) Mckinsey - The B2B Analytics Playbook : Capturing Unrealized Potential in Telcos
[Business]
2019/03/21 09:06
Telecommunications companies have been leaving money on the table by underinvesting in advanced analytics in their B2B business units relative to their B2C operations. A new tailored approach across these segments can generate much-needed growth and margins.Facing increased pressure to achieve growth and better margins, telecommunications companies have traditionally concentrated their analytic...
(Video) Toni The Robotic Bartender Manages 158 Bottles, Crafts Cocktails
[Product]
2019/03/21 09:05
Makr shakr has poured liters of time, research, design and user experience into robot bartenders, since designboom’s first coverage in 2013. it began as a social experiment, designed by carlo ratti, to study how people might embrace AI and other digital manufacturing solutions in an unexpected setting. Evidently, it was received well and the idea took off — now makr shakr is a company with a...
The Swivel Projector Concept
[Design]
2019/03/21 09:04
Being able to share memories with friends whilst on-the-go or immerse yourself in films on the big-screen whilst in the comfort of your own home is possible with the use of a projector.The Swivel Projector concept takes this to the next level with the use of small dimensions and a nifty operation method.Swivel is truly pocket-sized. The tightly packed unit fits comfortably within the palm of th...
(Infographic) A Small Business Guide to Advertising on Instagram
[Business]
2019/03/21 09:03
As more and more brands join Instagram and the feed becomes more competitive, it can be harder for a small business to stand out. This is why Instagram ads have become an enticing avenue for businesses looking to increase engagement (and profits, too). To help SMBs compete, Headway Capital has put together the following guide to advertising on Instagram.Infographic : https://www.headwaycapital....
iPhone X Fold - Bent to Your Will
[Design]
2019/03/20 10:36
Now that the war of the foldable phones has started, what will be the role of Apple? This has been the question in my mind after the Samsung Galaxy Fold and Huawei Mate X unveils. Can Apple come back to be "hungry and foolish"? For this reason, I've decided to imagine the upcoming Apple X Fold to show how Apple can lead the Battle of the Giant in the Smartphones arena, again.Designer : Antonio...
