This week on Supercharged we’re talking about the new Patriot Act, the early victory of USB Type-C, and streaming video. We’re also answering your questions about emulation, removing Google’s messaging app, and normalizing podcast audio.
This week on Supercharged we’re talking about the new Patriot Act, the early victory of USB Type-C, and streaming video. We’re also answering your questions about emulation, removing Google’s messaging app, and normalizing podcast audio.
This week on Supercharged we’re talking about the new Patriot Act, the early victory of USB Type-C, and streaming video. We’re also answering your questions about emulation, removing Google’s messaging app, and normalizing podcast audio.
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This is where you can watch the WWDC live stream on MondayJust in case you didn't know where to find it!
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Netflix is testing ads for Netflix original content on NetflixReed Hastings, Netflix CEO, has always been adamant that his service would never rely on advertising to pay the bills. But over the last week or two, a small number of users have begun seeing what they thought were ads, and the fiery complaints flared up on Twitter. A sampling of ire from just the last few hours is below.
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Showtime's Standalone Streaming Service Set to Premiere on Apple TVA new report from Variety today (via iClarified) suggests that Showtime's parent company CBS is putting the final touches on a standalone streaming service for the premium cable network, with rumors pointing to an official announcement either later today or sometime on Thursday.
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Why you should want a Nintendo Android consoleAn Android foundation could help return Nintendo to relevance.
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Intel Announces Thunderbolt 3 With USB-C, Single-Cable Support for Dual 4K Displays at 60HzAt Computex 2015, Intel unveiled Thunderbolt 3 with a USB Type-C connector, instead of Mini DisplayPort, and support for USB 3.1, DisplayPort 1.2 and PCI Express 3.0, as outlined by Ars Technica. The new spec's Thunderbolt transport layer provides up to 40Gbps throughput, double the max bandwidth of Thunderbolt 2, alongside an optional 100 watts of power for charging devices in accordance with the USB Power Delivery spec, or 15 watts of power without USB PD.
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Wunderlist Joins MicrosoftMicrosoft bought Wunderlist, and this is what Wunderlist has to say about it.
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The Patriot Act Is Changing. Here's What That Means for Your PrivacyThis week, certain key sections of the notorious Patriot Act—the law that gives the NSA its snooping powers—automatically expired. Don’t get too excited just yet, though: they’re probably coming back with a few changes. Here’s what we know, and what it means for your privacy.
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OvercastThe podcatcher with Voice Boost for iOS.
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PPSSPP (PSP Emulator)Play PSP games on your Android device, at high definition with extra features!
PPSSPP is the best, original and only PSP* emulator for Android. It runs a lot of games, but depending on the power of your device all may not run at full speed.
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FPse for AndroidFPse for Android is the Best, the fastest and most compatible PSone emulator for handheld devices.
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Weird-Noise-Ringtone-2.zip" class="link">Darren's Second Weird Noise RingtoneCourtesy of John. Thanks John!
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