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Apple Car Hardware Rumor Siri Titan

Apple hires former QNX staff, begins efforts in Canada towards Project Titan

Apple has both taken the long view of its Project Titan automative effort and settled it in Canada. Apple apparently has “dozens” of software engineers working out of an office outside of Ottawa, Ontario—just a five minute walk from BlackBerry’s QNX division, which provides automotive software. In fact, about two dozen of Apple’s engineers reportedly […]

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Google News Siri Software

Software update allows Ford Sync users to use Siri Eyes-Free, adds feature to over five million vehicles

It’s pretty cool what a firmware update can do. Owners of the Ford Sync can now download an update that will allow the Sync to tap into Siri to perform a variety of tasks while keeping their eyes on the road. Ford on Thursday announced the Siri Eyes-Free update, noting that the software is available […]

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Apple Watch iOS News Software Wearables

Google Maps updated to 4.11.0, now compatible with Apple Watch

You can now use Google Maps with your Apple Watch. Which is both nifty and useful. Google on Tuesday updated its Google Maps app for iOS to version 4.11.0, adding support for the Apple Watch. The app can now deliver directions on Apple’s wrist-worn device.

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PowerPage Now Accepting Reviewer Applications, Sample Pieces

O’Grady’s PowerPage is looking for five or six good product review editors to hone in on peripherals, accessories, iPhone games and apps and all things Mac-related and associated with mobile technologies. In short, we need reviewers and were hoping for you. The job: It’s not glamorous, but there’s free review items, fame, immortality, press credentials […]