Places and Things

Google's latest search feature helps you buy a house If you’re planning to buy a house, then congratulations and good luck — it can be a daunting process. To make it a bit easier, Google has teamed with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to create a new mobile Search feature. Continue Reading . . . https://www.engadget.com/google-search-mortgage-cfpb-house-buying-tips-130027455.html

Sony’s wearable air conditioner is pretty cool I’ve lived in Japan for nearly twelve years, and I’m still not used to the awful summers. Between the high temperatures and suffocating humidity, stepping outside in July and August feels like being slowly cooked in a sous vide pot. Continue Reading . . . https://www.theverge.com/2020/7/22/21333837/sony-reon-pocket-hands-on-wearable-air-conditioner-japan

Twitter disables video in Trump retweet after Linkin Park files copyright complaint Twitter confirmed that it removed a campaign video President Trump had retweeted Saturday over a copyright complaint. The Linkin Park song “In the End” was featured in the background of the video, which included images of President Trump and excerpts from his inauguration speech. Continue Reading . . . https://www.theverge.com/2020/7/19/21330154/twitter-disables-video-trump-retweet-linkin-park-takedown-copyright

Sony Announces Expanded Capability of Camera Remote Software Development Kit (SDK) for Third Party Developers  SAN DIEGO – July 16th, 2020 – Sony Electronics Inc. has announced an updated version 1.01 for their Camera Remote Software Development Kit, expanding the functionality and versatility of the SDK for developers and integrators. Continue Reading . . . https://alphauniverse.com/stories/sony-announces-expanded-capability-of-camera-remote-software-development-kit--sdk--for-third-party-developers/

DJI’s Osmo Pocket gimbal camera drops to $250 on Amazon If you’re sick of taking shaky smartphone videos or want to improve the video quality on your vlog, now might be the time to invest in DJI’s Osmo Pocket gimbal camera. Continue Reading . . . https://www.engadget.com/dji-osmo-pocket-gimbal-camera-sale-discount-140521235.html

How to stream Peacock Peacock is here. The last of the major 2020 streaming services to launch, Peacock looks to unite NBC’s shows, Universal’s films, and original content into a single service that will put a much bigger emphasis on live, curated content than nearly any other competing service. Continue Reading . . . https://www.theverge.com/21324215/peacock-nbc-universal-comcast-app-how-to-watch-download-price-subscription-stream-shows

Apple and Ireland win European appeal over multi-billion tax deal Europe’s second-highest court has ruled that Apple’s so-called “sweetheart deal” with the Irish tax authorities was not illegal. Continue Reading . . . https://www.engadget.com/apple-ireland-tax-eu-092712520.html