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Smart Display vs. Tablet vs. Digital Photo Frame: What’s the Difference?

Marinel Sigue — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 13:00:14 GMT

There is no such thing as having too many devices in the home. After all, our daily lives would not be as efficient without them.

How to Build a Smart Clock using MAX7219 Dot Matrix and MQTT

Ravi Singh — Mon, 09 May 2022 10:00:13 GMT

A smart clock can display much more information than a traditional digital clock. Most importantly, a smart clock is connected to the network or internet and can be controlled through a smartphone or PC. You can also display whatever text or information on the smart clock.

5 Futuristic Car Displays We Cannot Wait For

Justin Bennett-Cohen — Wed, 04 May 2022 20:09:13 GMT

As technology advances, automotive manufacturers find ways to integrate displays as beautifully as possible into their upcoming vehicles. The trend began with simply placing a tablet somewhere in the center of the dashboard, as seen with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan, and continued with making the infotainment display as large as possible, as seen with some of the first Tesla Model S vehicles.

How Does a Car HUD Work?

Razvan Mihaila — Sun, 06 Feb 2022 12:15:12 GMT

The heads-up display (HUD) is a safety system designed to keep you from taking your eyes off the road by projecting data on your windshield. This way, you don't have to look down to check information about your trip or car or look at the infotainment display.

TCL's New NXTWear Air TV Glasses Are Easier on the Eye

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 21:00:12 GMT

TCL has announced a new pair of wearable display glasses dubbed the NXTWEAR Air. The second-generation glasses are the successor to the NXTWEAR G that arrived in mid-2021.

Are Smart Contact Lenses Safe and Secure?

Shannon Flynn — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 17:00:12 GMT

People have long had a fascination with the possibilities of smart contact lenses. Now that some options might be available to buy relatively soon, wearers may wonder whether these products will have sufficient security.

What Is MEMC? Does Your Smartphone Need It?

Bertel King — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 13:00:12 GMT

There was a time period when the difference between one smartphone model and the next was so vast that people felt compelled to upgrade. Now, the differences are more subtle, and manufacturers are searching for more nuanced ways to distinguish their devices.

What Are Light Field Displays and How Do They Work?

Johnathan Jaehnig — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 14:00:11 GMT

Light field displays are gradually changing how we see the world around us. Or rather, how we see the world that isn't around us. From classic photography to advanced education and diagnostics to remote presence and entertainment, this article will look at what a light field display is, how different display types work, and how they're used.

Lenovo Announces the Smart Clock 2 at MWC 2021

Connor Jewiss — Mon, 28 Jun 2021 11:11:01 GMT

MWC 2021 kicked off in Barcelona this week, and Lenovo is one of the first companies to announce new products at the event. In its announcement, Lenovo introduced its new Smart Clock 2 bedside smart display.

Lenovo Announces Five New Tablets at MWC 2021

Connor Jewiss — Mon, 28 Jun 2021 10:35:42 GMT

MWC 2021 kicked off in Barcelona this week as one of the first live events to take place since the pandemic began. Lenovo has started the event off with a packed announcement including five new Android tablets.

How to Make Video Calling Easier for Your Elderly Parents

Krishnapriya Agarwal — Sun, 30 May 2021 14:00:18 GMT

Samsung Expands Its Smart Monitor Lineup With New Models

Connor Jewiss — Mon, 24 May 2021 15:26:39 GMT

Samsung announced it is expanding its Smart Monitor lineup to meet increasing demand of the displays. In doing so, Samsung has just released two new models in its Smart Monitor range.

The New Amazon Echo Show 5 and Echo Show 8: What You Need to Know

Krishnapriya Agarwal — Sat, 22 May 2021 17:00:42 GMT

Amazon has announced the Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen) and Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen). They are set to ship on June 9, 2021 in the US and shall be made available in other countries soon after.

The Best Smart Displays for Your Home

Georgie Peru — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 14:50:40 GMT

Smart speakers are increasingly very popular thanks to their ability to play music and answer questions. Smart displays take the technology one step further to offer touch screens and hands-free voice assistant features in your home.

You Can Now Play a Bunch of New Google Nest Games

Dave LeClair — Thu, 30 Jul 2020 20:25:00 GMT

Google is turning its smart displays into fun-filled gaming machines with the release of a bunch of new Nest games. If you're looking for a new platform to play games on, the Nest might just be the device for you.