Identify the language of a piece of text The language of a given text string is a subtle but helpful piece of information. A lot of apps have functionality with a dependency on the language: you can think of features like spell checking, text translation or Smart Reply. Rather than […]
Limited iPad Pro Availability May Suggest Imminent Launch of New Models
iPad Pro models are currently showing limited availability at stores in major cities in the U.S., Australia and across Europe, Boomberg‘s Mark Gurman reported today. According to a review of Apple’s website that was conducted on Monday, the non-cellular 12.9-inch iPad Pro with 512GB storage is sold out at all […]
Here’s how I run Maps and Waze simultaneously with Android Auto
Andy Walker / Android Authority Despite its litany of flaws, I love Android Auto. It makes driving more enjoyable by offering easy access to my music collection and putting important navigation information front and center. However, it does have some silly limitations that hamper the latter. Google Maps is my […]
Apple, Amazon, Google, and Zigbee Alliance to Develop Open Standard for Smart Home Devices
Apple, Amazon, Google, and the Zigbee Alliance today announced a new working group that plans to develop and promote the adoption of a new, royalty-free connectivity standard for smart home products, with a focus on increased compatibility, security, and simplified development for manufacturers. Zigbee Alliance board member companies such as […]
Foxconn’s legal problem – also Apple’s – is a tough one to solve- 9to5Mac
Foxconn’s legal problem, reported this morning, is also Apple’s problem. Apple has long worked hard to ensure suppliers like Foxconn comply with labor regulations, conducting regular audits to ensure underage workers are not employed, and enforcing Apple’s own rules on things like maximum overtime hours. However, there is one breach […]









