Apple acquired augmented reality headset startup Vrvana for $30M

By Vincent Wu

Apple is working on a headset that will be released in 2020. Apple has acquired Vrvana, a company that makes totem headsets. Vrvana's camera based AR approach is different from other companies. An advantage it has over other companies is that it holds true color animations rather than ghost-like projections. (This article has information from Techcrunch.  "Apple acquired augmented reality headset startup Vrvana for $30M" by Lucas Matney)

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State of California allows Lyft to Test Self-Driving Cars on Public roads

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The state of California gives the company Lyft to test Self-Driving Cars on public roads. According to "Lyft gets approval to test self driving cars on public roads in California" by Darrell Etherington of Techcrunch.com it states how the state of California allows Lyft to test their self-driving cars on public roads in California. The article also says how Lyft is working with its partners to further improve on its self-driving technology so that technology plays a more active role in driving.

By Haseeb Khan

New Amazon Service Will Allow Couriers to Open Your Front Doors!

By Muhammad Abuzar

"Amazon seems to be on an unstoppable mission to own every aspect of the home," said CCS Insight analyst Ben Wood. A tech enthusiast at BBC shared info on a new Amazon security service. In his Oct. 25 post, "Amazon service will let couriers open front doors" he talks about the Amazon Key and the Amazon Cloud Cam. Consumers will be able to use these devices in unison to have the next best security system and a new way of receiving packages. Not home on the day of your package's arrival? Well, no need to worry! With the Amazon Key and Cloud Cam "couriers will be able to scan a package barcode and once the delivery has been verified online, the camera will start recording and the delivery person will be able to unlock the door using an app." The author follows his main story with a section related to questions consumers may ask, such as the cost, safety issues, and where these devices are allowed.

Drones for Firefighters and Farmers

-Vincent Wu

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According to Parrot releases drones for firefighters and farmers, a new drone will be released soon. The drone has a 14MP camera and is equipped with a with a Flir One Pro thermal imaging camera. The camera can be use in a construction site and for rescue services. The retail package includes 3 batteries (fly for 25 minutes). The retail package also includes a backpack for the drone costing $1400. This drone will be available in November costing $5000.

Pair eye wear-a customizable version of glasses

-By Haseeb Khan

Photo: Clem Onojeghuo

Pair Eyewear is finally out, and is giving kids the opportunity to customize their glasses. No longer do kids have to wear only one type of style but now can change up their glasses to how they please. According to" Pair Eyewear, the Warby Parker for kids, launches today " by Jordon Crook of Techcrunch.com (October 25, 2017) it shows how with these new eyeglasses kids can purchase their glasses for the normal price they usually purchase glasses, then they can purchase new frames for their glasses for only $25. This gives kids the option to change how their glasses look without the need to purchase a new pare of glasses. This is a great idea for parents who have kids with glasses because, as kids grow their likes and preferences change and with their new coming beliefs they would want a change of style that matches their specific personality. So, instead of purchasing a new pair of glasses every-time they want a different style of glasses, that would cost around $400, they can purchase a new frame which would only cost $25. This is a great idea for both kids and adults because it is both cost efficient and allows kids and adults to be in style.

The iPhone 8 is a Complete Flop!

By Muhammad Abuzar

Apple's most recent iPhone has made fewer sales then analysts were expecting. A tech-head at bgr.com, named Zach Epstein, explains why people aren't flocking to the iPhone 8. In his October 18 post "One simple photo shows why Apple's iPhone X is so exciting", he explains that since the release date of the iPhone X is nearing, many are stalling for the next best smartphone to come out. Why waste your money on a piece of technology [iPhone 8] that will be outdated in a couple months, when you could just wait for the iPhone X? The newness of the phone is not the only reason why people are stalling for the iPhone X. Besides the new chipset, better camera, and new OLED display, the iPhone X comes with a new and innovative exterior design, which the iPhone 8 doesn't provide. This is significant because "it's the first redesigned iPhone the world has seen since 2014."

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http://bgr.com/2017/10/19/iphone-8-plus-vs-iphone-x-sales-v-bad-report/

iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus Battery Swelling

By Vincent Wu

Photo: Charlie

The iPhone 8 released in September 22, 2017. According to "Apple is looking into reports of iPhone iPhone 8 batteries swelling" by Natasha Lomas (October 6, 2017), there has been issues with the new iPhone 8. There are reports about battery swelling in the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 plus. There are reports that show the case splitting open by the swollen battery. There have been 6 different reports on this case in 5 different countries. Many people have been holding off upgrading their phones to upgrade to the iPhone X.

Self-Driving Cars Is Becoming More Of A Reality Then Ever

-by Haseeb Khan

Photo: Steve Jurvetson Wikimedia Commons

Imagine having your plans to go out with your friends ruined just because you didn't have someone who could drive or you couldn't call a taxi or a cab int time. Now, you don't have to worry anymore, self-driving cars are becoming more of a reality then ever with the new innovations made by apple. According to "Apples Project Titan Self-Driving Has A Lot Going On Up Top" by Darrell Etherington of Techcrunch.com (October 18, 2017) it shows how Apple solved the issue of not having enough space for all of the technology required to make self-driving cards a reality by putting computer parts and sensors on the roof. Since Apple has put its sensors on the roof instead of the trunk like most of the other companies, Apple has added a new spin to what we originally assumed what self-driving cars to be. Not only that but because of this, testing has become much easier than before and it would greatly improve the pace on the goal toward self-driving cars.