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Intel, Micron announce 3D XPoint memory project, cite speeds of 1,000x faster than NAND memory

If you thought your NAND Flash-based solid state drive was fast, this will blow you away. Intel and Micron announced 3D XPoint memory on Tuesday. The project looks into a joint endeavor into non-volatile memory technology the companies claim is the first major breakthrough in the space since the introduction of NAND flash in 1989. […]

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Rumor: Apple Watch 2 to feature Wi-Fi chipset, front-facing camera for FaceTime, etc.

The rumor mill will always be alive, vibrant and speculating. And it has plenty to say about the next generation of the Apple Watch. Sources have supplied details as to the Apple Watch 2, including a front-facing video camera for FaceTime chats and a wireless chipset that will make the watch capable of standing on […]

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New drone footage shows Apple Campus 2 construction project in clearer detail than ever

You may love drones or hate ’em, but they offer some pretty cool perspectives. The guys at MyithZ shot the following drone footage of Apple’s Campus 2 project, which is currently under construction. The flyover offers the best look yet of the construction and surpasses the quality of Apple’s own aerial shot. The footage also […]

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This is Nifty: Volkswagen developing Car-Net app for iOS devices

German car manufacturer Volkswagen today announced that it’s joining the ranks of companies offering an Apple Watch app to go along with its broader mobile service. VW’s Car-Net service, which debuted in 2014, has offered services like remote control of climate settings, checking if you left your windows open or where you parked, and fuel/battery […]

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Rumor: Apple to incorporate Intel chips in next-gen iPhone in 2016

It might be Intel’s turn to be part of the iPhone architecture. Sources have stated that Apple will reportedly turn to Intel’s new XMM 7360 LTE modem when it launches a special next-generation iPhone model in 2016, suggesting the company is looking to diversify baseband chip suppliers. Intel’s fast wireless modem, which debuted earlier this […]