Google introduces new option for Maps users to add accessibility details

Having a map on a smartphone that helps you get to places you've never been is now one of the trivial things we didn't have ten years ago. Over the years, there were many companies that tried to perfect their navigation maps and systems, but one that ultimately won the race is Google Maps.

 

With tens of millions of users all over the world, Google Maps has become the main navigational app for mobile devices. Today, the application has gained something that will allow the many to contribute for the benefit of a few.

Google has just announced that they're introducing a new way to add accessibility details about places to Google Maps and Search, which will come in handy to those who are stuck in a wheelchair or need an elevator to reach certain areas.

If you want to help, you can now open Google Maps for Android, browse the main menu and tap “Your contributions.” Then, choose “Uncover missing info” and sort by “Accessibility” to find places near to you that are missing this particular type of information so that you can start help filling it.

The ultimate goal is to have all the info about accessibility features like wheelchair accessible entrances, elevators or accessible seating, available within Google Maps.

For the time being, the accessibility attributes Google Maps users can choose from include: wheelchair-accessible entrances, wheelchair-accessible elevators, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible parking.

Source : Phone Arena

Intel can't beat Raspberry Pi

The discovery of small computer boards such as Raspberry Pi makes it easy for DIY gadget makers or thinkers to produce computing solutions or gadgets at their own pace. Although the small computer device does not have a neat look like a large corporate output product, but the main selling point of Raspberry Pi lies in the freedom and pleasure of creating something that is needed, and that's what's hard to beat.

That's why Intel decided to try and get into the competition in this segment by launching their own IoT chipset and board, but unfortunately it seems like the company's efforts to compete with Raspberry Pi have ended. In a report from ZDNet, it looks like Intel has halted quite a number of products that are part of its IoT device effort that includes the Galilleo, Joule, and Edison computing modules. 

This gives the impression that Intel may want to focus its resources on other more profitable projects. But for developers who are still interested in Intel products still have a chance until 16 September to get their order. After passing that date, Intel no longer sells it to the public. The module shipment is also due to expire on December 16, 2017. Unfortunately Intel did not provide any reason why this product lineup was canceled.

Android OS Still Getting WhatsApp Support Until 2020

WhatsApp has announced its support for the BlackBerry platform will end until the end of 2017. On the other hand, the company is now under the auspices of Facebook has announced that they will still support the old Android OS until 2020 later.

Of course this is good news for the users of old school Android devices, because WhatsApp still provide support about the next 3 years. Of course this will cause jealousy for users of the BlackBerry platform, as support for their platform will end this year, while for the old-fashioned Android platform still get support for up to 3 years. If you remember, in February of last year, WhatsApp said that they will stop providing support for Android OS 2.1 and Android 2.2 (and some other non-Android platforms) by the end of 2016. 

However, seen on the same webpage view is now revealing That users will be able to use the WhatsApp service in "Android version 2.3.7 and older" until February 1, 2020. Although WhatApp still provides their support for an outdated platform, however, there are things to note, where all the latest and greatest features From WhatsApp is present on the latest Android version will not be enjoyed on the old Android platform considering the many limitations on older devices.

Specifications and Price OnePlus 5, Dual-Camera Features?

Finally rumors about the unanswered OnePlus 5 is over after the company of China originally launched OnePlus 5. This time the company launched the most expensive flagship smartphone they ever made, where you will specify high-end goods on this smartphone, and of course with a more price Affordable from its competitors

If we compare the price offered OnePlus 5 with other flagship smartphone that both carry Snapdragon 835, we will find a fairly wide distance. OnePlus 5 is priced at $ 479 in the US and € 499 in Europe. Of course the price is much cheaper than the Galaxy S8 dibandrol more expensive. For other specifications equivalent to other flagship smartphones that already exist in the market, but the advantages of this smartphone lies in its dual-camera setup. In this sector, OnePlus collaborates with DXO Labs to produce a dual camera setup, the 16MP IMX398 sensor with f / 1.7 aperture and 20MP telephoto camera.

The company added that this is the highest resolution dual-camera system on smartphones today. Focus speed increased by 40% thanks to the second camera. For long-distance shots, this smartphone camera is able to provide 2x optical zoom is more clear. There is also a HDR mode for better instant results, as well as professional modes. While on the front, you get a 16MP sensor.

Motorola Moto X Play running Android 7.1 Nougat

When Motorola announced its Android 7.0 Nougat update plans back in October this year, the company said that the Moto Z and Moto G (4th Gen) will be getting the update first. And that's precisely what has happened.

While there's no official word on which Motorola phone will get the update next, the Moto X Play running Android Nougat has been spotted on GFXbench, suggesting that the device might get the update soon.

What's worth mentioning here is that while both Moto Z and Moto G (4th Gen) have received Android 7.0 update, the benchmark listing for the Moto X Play reveals Android Nougat version 7.1, meaning the handset is will likely skip the Android 7.0 update.

YU YUNICORN launch in India May 31th, 2016

Micromax subsidiary YU Televentures has postponed the unveiling of its upcoming Yunicorn flagship smartphone. The device, which was earlier scheduled to be made official on May 19 (today), will now be announced on May 31.

Apparently, the reason behind the delay is lack of media coverage - May 19 has been chosen as "vote counting day" by the Election Commission of India (several states in the country went for elections recently), so obviously the media will be focusing there.

Coming back to Yunicorn, YU is marketing it as "the phone that will redefine flagships." Not much is known about the device's specs at the moment, but if it's the YU5530 that was recently spotted on GeekBench, then expect it to be powered by a MediaTek Helio X10 SoC, and come with 4GB of RAM.

The YU YUNICORN will feature a 5.2-inch / 5.5-inch (2560 x 1440 pixels) Quad HD OGS IPS display. It will powered by a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 64-bit processor along with Adreno 530 GPU. It will come with 4 GB / 6 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage, which can be expanded via microSD card. It will run on Android 6.0 Marshmallow OS out of the box. It will have a full metal body with a fingerprint sensor at the back.

It will rock a 21 megapixel rear camera with LED flash. On the front, there will be a 8 megapixel front-facing camera with for selfies and video calling. It will support Dual SIM, come with a 3.5 mm audio jack and FM Radio.

On the connectivity front, it will have 4G LTE, 3G, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (dual band), Bluetooth 4.1 and GPS. It will pack in a 3,000 mAh (or more) battery under the hood with fast charging capability.

These specifications may not be 100% accurate but we will get to see something similar on May 31. More information on this in the coming days, hence stay tuned.

Hackintosh Build with Skylake

TonyMacX86 has long been the go-to website for Hackintosh builds, and moderator ammulder does not disappoint with one of the most comprehensive guides I’ve ever seen. I based my build off of his instructions (which he continues to update/maintain) and I experienced zero issues. If you’re going to build a Hackintosh, this is as easy as it gets. 

Parts:

• Gigabyte H-170 Motherboard
• Intel Skylake i5-6500 CPU
• Crucial Ballistix DDR4 RAM (16GB)
• Samsung 850 Pro 250GB SSD
• MiniBox 160W PicoPSU
• Noctua NH-L9i CPU Cooler
• External PicoPSU Power Brick
• Streacom F1C-WS
• Broadcom BCM94352Z (Cheaper to call Dell Parts (800) 357-3355 and purchase Part #6XRYC)