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Oppo takes a note from Google Pixel to improve photos and AI w/ ‘MariSilicon X’ chip

December 14, 2021
The chips used by Android devices are mostly provided by just two companies, but over the past couple of years, more major device makers have been working on their own chip designs. Today, Oppo is debuting its first self-made chip, the MariSilicon X imaging chip. Announced as a part of the company’s two-day “Inno Day” event, the MariSilicon X chip is a chip that combines the tasks of an…
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Nikon Unveils 28-75mm f/2.8 Lens and is Developing an 800mm f/6.3

December 14, 2021
Nikon has announced the 28-75mm f/2.8 for full-frame Z-mount cameras, what it claims is a lightweight and versatile optic for all types of photographers. The company also announced it is developing an 800mm f/6.3 VR S super-telephoto prime lens. Nikon positions the 28-75mm f/2.8 as a value-rich optic for a host of possible photography applications since it is lightweight in addition to…
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Best iPhone apps to enhance your experience with Apple Music

December 14, 2021
Although iOS comes with a native Apple Music app, there are some third-party apps that offer even better experiences for those who subscribe to Apple’s streaming service. If you’re an Apple Music subscriber and want to find out how to better enjoy your music library…
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Google Calendar updates setting for preventing unwanted invitations from appearing

December 14, 2021
Google has “improved” the Calendar setting responsible for preventing unwanted event invitations from automatically appearing in your schedule. Today, Calendar’s “Automatically add invitations” preference under “Event settings” has three options: Yes Yes, but don’t send event notifications unless I have responded “Yes” or “Maybe” No, only show invitations to which I have…
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NASA to Launch 4 Earth Science Missions in 2022

December 14, 2021
. NASA to Launch 4 Earth Science Missions in 2022 The missions, including two led by the agency’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, will help monitor our changing planet. Scientists will discuss them at the American…
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NASA-NOAA Tech Will Aid Marine Oil Spill Response

December 14, 2021
. NASA-NOAA Tech Will Aid Marine Oil Spill Response NASA and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration scientists are teaming up to test remote sensing technology for use in oil spill response. Just off the coast of Santa Barbara, California, thousands of gallons of oil seep through cracks in the seafloor and rise to the…
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