Streaming giant Spotify unveiled its first hardware experiment this week: a Bluetooth-connected smart device officially named "Car Thing." The small music player—which essentially looks like a smartphone turned on its side—connects to a Spotify premium subscription and lets users search for songs, podcasts or entertainment on the app using a simple "Hey Spotify" voice command. The device, which was described as being a limited run, is specifically designed to play Spotify audio, so there's no maps or internet functionality built-in. On top of the voice control, there's a dial that can be used to browse, pause and play songs, alongside four preset buttons that can be assigned different categories. It's the company's first test of dedicated hardware and appears to be targeted at people with older vehicles lacking screen-based infotainment systems, the ability to have their phone on-show, or simply for its users who desire a dedicated Spotify player. According to The Verge, … [Read more...] about What Is Spotify Car Thing? How To Get on Waitlist for New Streaming Device
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Scosche rolls out new lineup of USB-C chargers for home and the car
Source: Scosche What you need to know Scosche has rolled out a new lineup of USB-C power delivery chargers. The company has made chargers for both the home and the car. Scosche is going all in on USB-C with its latest lineup of car and wall chargers. In a press release, the company has announced its new lineup of PowerVolt USB-C Power Delivery car and wall chargers. The new chargers, as the company mentions, will charge the iPhone 12 lineup up to four times faster than Apple's 5 watt charger that used to come in the box with the iPhone. With many newer phones, including the iPhone® 12, able to charge at significantly faster speeds, you need a Power Delivery charger to take full advantage of those shorter charging times. As the iPhone 12 does not come with a charger in the box, you have the perfect opportunity to choose the fastest charging option. PowerVolt USB-C Car and Wall Chargers deliver all the ultra-fast, ultra-safe charging benefits of Power Delivery in … [Read more...] about Scosche rolls out new lineup of USB-C chargers for home and the car
Apple could be turning to an old rival for its Apple Car
After what seems like an eternity of back-and-forth negotiations for the tech giant, Apple may have finally found a partner to help produce its Apple Car EV – and it could be an old rival. According to a recent Korea Times report, Apple is “very near” to landing a collaborative deal with Canadian automotive supplier Magna International and – wait for it – LG Electronics. The two companies are expected to be collaborating on a venture loosely named ‘LG Magna e-Powertrain’, and it seems like Apple hopes to integrate this initiative – whatever it might be – into its initial round of Apple Car production. Everything we know about the Apple Car Tim Cook breaks silence on the Apple Car LG has officially quit making phones – here's what's next The report suggests LG and Magna are “very near to signing contracts with Apple under which [they] could handle the initial volume production of Apple EVs.” It would seem likely, then, that the e-Powertrain in … [Read more...] about Apple could be turning to an old rival for its Apple Car
Baylor Refuses Jeep After Auto Dealer Says It Could Be Used To Recruit And ‘Pull Some People Out Of The Hood’
WACO, Texas (CBSDFW.COM/AP) – Baylor University and men’s basketball coach Scott Drew have refused to accept a vehicle wrapped with the school’s national championship logo after an insensitive remark made by the dealership’s general manager when discussing it during a live TV interview. The customized Jeep Wrangler was driven in the team’s championship parade through downtown Waco on Tuesday night, April 13, and was then going to be given to the school for Drew to use for the next year. READ MORE: After Air Bag Wiring Problem Toyota Recalls 2009-2015 Venza SUVs In US When talking about the vehicle with KWTX-TV before the parade started, Ted Teague, GM of the Allen Samuels dealership in Waco, said Drew could enjoy the Jeep and “use it to recruit, pull some people out of the hood.” Based on his own changed facial expression as the reporter started to ask another question, Teague knew immediately that the remark was inappropriate. He apologized on Wednesday. Baylor … [Read more...] about Baylor Refuses Jeep After Auto Dealer Says It Could Be Used To Recruit And ‘Pull Some People Out Of The Hood’
Destiny 2’s 12-player fun can stay for now, but Bungie says it: ‘didn’t create activities expecting a clown car of Guardians’
Update: As of 4 March, Bungie says that the over-manned activities can stay for now. In the This Week at Bungie blog, it wrote: "The big buzz around the community this week has been players finding out a way to cram four fireteams in activities meant for one. We’ve been watching the 12-player raid hype and are glad you’re enjoying yourselves. We aren’t rushing out a fix for this and it’s totally fine if you want to try it out and have some fun. " So that's pretty much a free pass to go nuts. However, the same post adds: "Just keep in mind that we didn’t create these activities expecting a clown car of Guardians to roll up, so you may experience some weirdness. We are planning on fixing this before Grandmaster Nightfall's begin on March 16, but you are free to party up until the fix goes live. " Original story: It's turning into quite the day for hilarious Destiny 2 matchmaking exploits. Hot on the heels of the Trials fixing emblem fiasco comes word of a somewhat more … [Read more...] about Destiny 2’s 12-player fun can stay for now, but Bungie says it: ‘didn’t create activities expecting a clown car of Guardians’