Siri Speaker

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Apple could announce their own take on the Amazon Echo at this years WWDC in June according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. A Speaker with integrated Siri basically. With superior sound and computing power than that of Amazon’s Echo and Google’s Home, with an end of year release date.This isn’t the first time an analyst had predicted this, leaker Sonny Dickinson has also predicted that the Siri Speaker will make an appearance at WWDC.

It shouldn’t come as a surprise Apple want to dip their toes into this market with the improvement of HomeKit and the continued growth of Apple Music. We shall see in June. (Maybe)

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Netflix Hacked?!

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A hacker has allegedly released 10 unaired episodes of the new series of ‘Orange is the New Black’ after Netflix refused to pay a ransom.

Netflix told Entertainment Weekly: “A production vendor used by several major TV studios had its security compromised and the appropriate law enforcement authorities are involved.” With the FBI reportedly looking into the theft that believed to have taken place in late 2016.

Databreaches.net a Computer Security news site has said that they had been given evidence by the hacker that they also stole 37 other shows/films.

Economics professor Brett Danaher from Chapman University in the US told the Washington Post that the pre-release piracy is the most damaging form of piracy to the studios that produce the content.

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Amazon Echo Look

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Amazon have announced a brand new smart speaker called the Echo Look, priced at £154 (to be released) it features a full length selfie/video camera which can be stored to create a ‘look book’

Using Alexa, the smart assistant to give a verdict on an outfit whilst recommending clothes to buy. It is currently on Amazon’s US website and is strictly ‘invitation’ only at the moment.

Amazon have stated that it would not share any personal information with advertisers or third party websites.

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Episode 226 Netflix Hacked!

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HOW TO: Spot Fake News (Via Facebook)

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Facebook have detailed their top 10 tips to Spot Fake News:

  1. Be skeptical of headlines. False news stories often have catchy headlines in all caps with exclamation points. If shocking claims in the headline sound unbelievable, they probably are.
  2. Look closely at the URL. A phony or look-alike URL may be a warning sign of false news. Many false news sites mimic authentic news sources by making small changes to the URL. You can go to the site to compare the URL to established sources.
  3. Investigate the source. Ensure that the story is written by a source that you trust with a reputation for accuracy. If the story comes from an unfamiliar organization, check their “About” section to learn more.
  4. Watch for unusual formatting. Many false news sites have misspellings or awkward layouts. Read carefully if you see these signs.
  5. Consider the photos. False news stories often contain manipulated images or videos. Sometimes the photo may be authentic, but taken out of context. You can search for the photo or image to verify where it came from.
  6. Inspect the dates. False news stories may contain timelines that make no sense, or event dates that have been altered.
  7. Check the evidence. Check the author’s sources to confirm that they are accurate. Lack of evidence or reliance on unnamed experts may indicate a false news story.
  8. Look at other reports. If no other news source is reporting the same story, it may indicate that the story is false. If the story is reported by multiple sources you trust, it’s more likely to be true.
  9. Is the story a joke? Sometimes false news stories can be hard to distinguish from humor or satire. Check whether the source is known for parody, and whether the story’s details and tone suggest it may be just for fun.
  10. Some stories are intentionally false. Think critically about the stories you read, and only share news that you know to be credible.

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Episode 225 Fake News!

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McDelivery!

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McDonalds are finally doing delivery in the UK!

Well, starting in June, their testing it in a small area first, so don’t get too excited.

A spokeswoman for McDonalds told the Mirror:

“It is no secret we have been looking at the potential of delivery in recent months….This service is offered in other markets around the world and its growth within the UK continues to gather pace…..Listening to our customers, we know that this is a route they would like us to explore, and I can confirm that we are looking to launch a small delivery pilot this summer.”

Plus according to LadBible McDonalds are looking  at external services too, so it could be through Uber or Deliveroo.

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Doritos Playing Music?

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The Suitsy

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At the end of last year, a crowdfunding campaign to create the Suitsy, a onesie designed to look exactly like a buisness suit, became an instant meme; the Suitsy embodied everything that everyone love hated about Silicon Valley.

Greg Ferenstein from the Ferenstein Wire wore one for a week – ONE WEEK, one WHOLE WEEK and no one noticed.

Get this guy a beer – He wins!

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UAV Forecast

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We have found the perfect app to tell you when it is the best time to fly your brand new expensive, shiny drone – UAV Forecast!

“When will it be good to fly your quadcopter? See the weather forecast, GPS satellites, solar activity (Kp), No-Fly Zones and flight restrictions, all in one convenient tool. Perfect for DJI Phantom, DJI Inspire, 3DR Solo, Parrot Bebop and many other Unmanned Aerial Vehicles.”

To download UAV Forecast please click here Apple / Android

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