Day: October 9, 2013

Entertainment Film Science

Visual effects studio stuns with three minute clip of sci-fi mech film

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As reported on The Verge. By Dante D’Orazio    An epic sci-fi movie featuring large-scale mech battles is an ambitious project for a small visual effects studio to take up on its free time. But that’s precisely what director J.J. Palomo and his team from Barcelona’s Big Lazy Robot have done with “Keloid.” Rather than output a full-length feature at direct-to-TV quality, the team spent over two years putting together this three minute “spec film.” It’s…

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Microsoft Tablet

Office 365 Is Coming To The iPad, Scout’s Honor

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As reported on TechCrunch. by JORDAN CROOK You’ve been played before. You’re vulnerable and nervous about opening up again. It wouldn’t be the first time you’ve been lied to. Back in 2011 we heard rumors that the iPad would be graced with Office’s presence in 2012, and shortly thereafter we saw an actual photo of Office on an iPad. But… nothing. And then some more nothing. Until today. The company is finally letting Office 365 smooch up against the…

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Mobile

That Curved Display Smartphone From Samsung Is Real: Meet The Galaxy Round

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As reported on TechCrunch. by JORDAN CROOK Remember that leaked image of a curved display smartphone from Samsung? You should, considering it popped up under our noses just a few hours ago. Well, in case you don’t, Samsung wants to remind you. The Korean firm has just sent out a press release announcing the Galaxy Round, “the world’s first curved display smartphone.” With the curved display, Samsung can offer Galaxy Round owners a range of “exclusive experiences,” like…

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Application Mobile

Skype for Android scores enhanced video call quality, new UI on tablets

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As reported on Engadget. By Mariella Moon Despite its super-short changelog, the latest version of Skype for Android has scored two major updates: better video quality and a new tablet interface. The VoIP provider claims you can now enjoy video chats with up to four times the resolution of older Skype versions, whether you’re using a phone or a slate. When it comes to the layout, the fresh tablet UI that prominently displays latest chats and calls isn’t…

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Business Mobile

Quasar IV encrypted phone begins production, slated for Q2 2014 release

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As reported on Engadget. By Mariella Moon  By the looks of it, Quasar IV’s Indiegogo campaign won’t reach its $3.2 million goal — not when it’s only been able to raise a small fraction of that amount with so little time left. Even so, the super-secure phone with encrypted local and cloud storage will still see the light of day. QSAlpha, the company behind the device, tells Engadget that the crowdfunding campaign generated enough buzz to attract the…

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