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Updated Google Assistant demoed, features faster processing speeds via on-device processing

This is pretty interesting. Over at the Google I/O conference, Google demonstrated an upgraded version of Google Assistant that will respond to user queries more quickly by performing processing on the device. The next generation of the virtual assistant will be able to switch between apps and help with multitasking in Android than for previous […]

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Toyota begins offering CarPlay retrofits to some 2018 models

This is definitely nifty. Per Car and Driver, Toyota is beginning the process of retrofitting select 2018 cars with both Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa. At this point, owners of the 2018 Camry sedan and Sienna minivan are being offered the option to have CarPlay added to their car. At this point, those are the […]

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Rumor: Apple thought to have paid at least $485 million in Texture acquisition

Apple reportedly paid at least $485 million to acquire the Texture subscription service, which serves as the underlying core to the Apple News+ service. The transaction is thought to have acquired in early 2018. The launch of the Apple News+ subscription has resulted in Apple preparing for the closure of Texture to all users, a move it […]

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Microsoft looking to bring Xbox Live access to Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android, other mobile platforms

If you’re looking for Xbox Live goodness on your Nintendo Switch and mobile platforms, it’s en route. A Game Developers Conference session description entitled “Xbox Live: Growing & Engaging Your Gaming Community Across iOS, Android, Switch, Xbox, and PC” and is led by members of the Xbox team. It promises a first look at a […]

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Netflix Smart Downloads feature arrives for iOS

It arrived on Netflix’s Android build last summer, and has now come to the iOS build. Netflix’s Smart Downloads feature is now available for your iOS device and enables users to finish watching a downloaded episode it will be deleted and the next episode will automatically download. This feature, in turn, only works on Wi-Fi […]