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Meta teases major UI overhaul for Quest

Ryan Daws — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 12:33:27 +0000

Meta is planning a major overhaul of the user interface for its Quest mixed reality headsets, according to the company’s CTO Andrew “Boz” Bosworth. In a recent Instagram AMA, Bosworth teased several new UI features aimed at improving personalisation and multitasking on the Quest platform. One of the key upgrades Bosworth highlighted is the ability... Read more »

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IFOW: Automation impacts workers’ quality of life

Ryan Daws — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 13:49:25 +0000

A recent study conducted by the Institute for the Future of Work (IFOW) sheds light on the profound impact of automation technologies on the quality of life of workers. The study, conducted as part of the Pissarides Review, delved into the effects of exposure to new workplace technologies on the wellbeing of nearly 5,000 UK... Read more »

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PumpWatch will provide UK fuel price data to driving apps

Ryan Daws — Mon, 11 Mar 2024 12:28:27 +0000

The UK Government’s new PumpWatch initiative aims to make fuel prices available to the public through price comparison sites and map apps. Fuel retailers will have to share prices within 30 minutes of changes under the proposed rules. Ministers met with leaders from top motoring sites like RAC and The AA today to discuss sharing... Read more »

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European smart gas meters penetration hit 45% in 2023

Ryan Daws — Thu, 07 Mar 2024 12:17:44 +0000

According to a new report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight, the installed base of smart gas meters in Europe reached 55.9 million units in 2023. Equivalent to a penetration rate of 45 percent, this represents significant growth in the adoption of smart gas metering technology across the continent. The report forecasts that the... Read more »

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Waymo expands robotaxi operations to Austin

Ryan Daws — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 11:36:52 +0000

Waymo – the self-driving technology firm under Google-owner Alphabet – is set to launch its Waymo One service in Austin, marking the latest expansion of its robotaxi operations. Following successful ventures in Phoenix, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, Waymo’s move into the Texas capital underscores its ambition to establish itself as a leader in autonomous... Read more »

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Self-driving shuttle arrives in Sunderland

Ryan Daws — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 09:40:34 +0000

The debut of the self-driving Sunderland Advanced Mobility Shuttle (SAMS) aims to revolutionise urban mobility in the city. SAMS, which arrived in Sunderland recently, promises to redefine how residents and visitors navigate the city streets. This autonomous shuttle, set to hit the roads this spring, represents a milestone in Sunderland’s journey towards embracing self-driving technology.... Read more »

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Meta and LG to forge ‘AI-XR alliance’

Ryan Daws — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 17:01:32 +0000

Executives from Meta and LG are set to convene in South Korea on Wednesday to discuss a groundbreaking “AI-XR alliance,” as revealed by industry insiders. The meeting aims to solidify plans for collaborative ventures, notably the development of the Meta Quest Pro 2, a next-generation premium productivity XR headset. According to insights from the Korea... Read more »

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HARMAN looks to ‘democratise automotive connectivity’ with new telematics unit

James Bourne — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 15:33:31 +0000

MWC HARMAN, the Samsung-owned connected vehicle software provider, has announced the launch of a new telematics control unit (TCU) which leverages Qualcomm connected car technology to ‘democratise the automotive connectivity landscape.’ The HARMAN Ready Connect 5G TCU, which is being showcased this week at MWC 2024, is based on the Snapdragon Auto 5G Modem-RF Gen... Read more »

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UK announces measures to advance smart energy technology

Ryan Daws — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 15:15:04 +0000

The UK has announced new measures aimed at advancing smart energy technology and infrastructure across the country. The plans focus on enabling more homes to benefit from smart meters and flexible energy tariffs, as well as funding for companies to test new IoT-enabled services. A key part of the strategy is improving support for in-home... Read more »

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BT launches NB-IoT network to support UK smart cities

Ryan Daws — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 10:30:32 +0000

BT has announced the launch of its NB-IoT network to support the growth of UK smart cities and industries. The network, which boasts coverage of 97% of the UK population, leverages EE’s mobile network infrastructure. NB-IoT – as a low-power network technology – holds the promise of revolutionising various sectors, including utilities, construction, and the... Read more »

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