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Ellemae

Facebook's lip-sync app

It seems like social media is trying to copy things that are popular amongst teens, but in my opinion apps like Music.ly and those lip-sync apps where you can record yourself singing along to a sing, sometimes with the artist, are old news. So why does Facebook want to now try and get into this... See more
Facebook is building Lasso, a video music app to steal TikTok’s teens Facebook is working on a new app that it hopes could win back the attention of teens while capitalizing on its recently attained major label music licenses. Facebook is building a standalone product where users can record and share videos of themselves lip syncing or dancing to popular songs, according to information from current and […] TECHCRUNCH.COM
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Electronics for easy remote working

This interests me so much. Businesses are spending more money on electronics - hardware, applications - to allow employees to work remotely more often. I even wrote my thesis on this because I truly believe that being flexible in work hours and space can make for happier employees. Does your... See more
For a more productive workplace, make your staff happy Decades of research tells us that a happy worker is a productive worker, but businesses of all sizes still find it hard to meet their employees' needs WIRED.CO.UK
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New Whatsapp features... ads?

I am a fan of Whatsapp and I like that they work a lot on user-friendliness, but now they are going to include ads as well? I'm not sure how I feel about that, but I guess it was inevitable?
iPhone users, here's another 'exclusive' WhatsApp feature for you - Latest News | Gadgets Now Facebook-owned WhatsApp has got an update for its iOS app. Apart from offering support for iPhone XS Max, the update will also bring two new features for both iPhone and iPad users, that are currently exclusive for this operating system platform. GADGETSNOW.COM
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Hi-tech bifocal glasses

This is an interesting and innovating concept. I feel like this could come in very handy for people who need bifocals. I'm just not sure how convenient it is, since it's mainly elderly who would use it and they're not great with electronics. Although the PC generation is growing up fast. Do you... See more
Hi-tech glasses for ageing eyes The regular prescription lenses can change to bifocals and back again at the touch of a button. BBC.COM
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Do you prefer bigger or smaller phones?

For a few years now, the trend seems to be bigger smartphones. More space for pictures, better for your eyes, etc. But how about the smaller smartphones? Besides portability, does this have any pros?
Tiny Palm smartphone baffles gadget fans The credit-card-sized device is designed to help people take a break from their main phone. BBC.COM
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Ellemae

Shirt with built-in battery?

I am always intrigued by these kickstarters. Some are so smart but I came across this and I wonder if this something the world needs? A shirt that has a built-in battery to keep warm, I guess? Why not just layer? Is this something you would back and buy?
The Flare | World's Warmest Shirt with 3X mobile charging Heated shirt powered by a lightweight battery. Bring warmth with you wherever you go and forget worrying about how many layers to wear! KICKSTARTER.COM
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