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New age glasses for Gen Z

Smart glasses are taking the world by storm as they are not only documenting and providing information about the visuals that the user is experiencing but also hear and process sounds and can translate different languages for the user.

The smart glasses can be attached to phone via Bluetooth and also set up manually.

The team behind the idea wanted to create a pair of smart glasses that could be worn all day. They wanted to put the batteries and all the technology without compromising on the weight of the glasses. They wanted it to look and feel both like normal glasses.

The glasses show reveal small displays of notifications and directions and connects through Bluetooth with android or Apple phone. The genius of the glasses is that they don’t look like the user is carrying any technology on their nose.

New age glasses for Gen Z

Reviewed by Arslan Bashir on 10:27 Rating: 5

Self-piloted flying taxis being tested in New Zealand Listen

Arslan Bashir 10:23

Wellington: Self-piloted flying taxis are being tested in New Zealand as part of a project backed by Google co-founder Larry Page that supporters say will revolutionise personal transport.

New Zealand regulators on Tuesday approved plans for Zephyr Airworks, a subsidiary of Page´s company Kitty Hawk, to develop and test the futuristic air taxis.

Known as Cora, the electric aircraft has a dozen lift fans on its wings, making it capable of vertical take-off and landing like a helicopter.

But developers say it is much quieter, meaning it could transport passengers in urban areas using rooftops and car parks as landing pads.

"We are offering a pollution free, emission free vehicle that flies dependably, we think this is the logical next step in the evolution of transportation," Zephyr chief executive Fred Reid said.

The Cora prototype being tested in New Zealand´s South Island uses three on-board computers to calculate its flight path and is capable of carrying two passengers.

It has a range of 100 kilometres (62 miles) and can fly at 150 kmh at an altitude of up to 900 metres (3,000 feet).

Zephyr said using the air taxi would be a simple experience for passengers, similar to taking a ride-share in a car.

"You wouldn´t have to know anything about flying a plane. Cora could fly for you," it said in a promotional video.

"And it would be all-electric, helping to build a sustainable world."

It said Cora took eight years to design but then developers needed a suitable environment to safely test the new technology.

They settled on New Zealand because of its uncongested airspace and rigorous regulatory environment, with Reid saying local officials had embraced the idea.

"We had no idea what to expect," he said.

"They could have laughed us out of the room. We were pitching something that sounded like science fiction."

Cora has been given an experimental airworthiness certificate from the New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority.

Trialling the flying taxi service will reportedly take six years, with operations based around the city of Christchurch.

"This aircraft represents the evolution of the transport eco system to one that responds to a global challenge around traffic and congestion, and is kinder to the planet," Christchurch mayor Lianne Dalziel said.

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Stephen Hawking: a brief history of genius

Arslan Bashir 10:19

LONDON: Stephen Hawking, who has died aged 76, was Britain´s most famous modern day scientist, a genius who dedicated his life to unlocking the secrets of the Universe.

Born on January 8, 1942 -- 300 years to the day after the death of the father of modern science, Galileo Galilei -- he believed science was his destiny.

But fate also dealt Hawking a cruel hand.

Most of his life was spent in a wheelchair crippled by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a form of motor neurone disease that attacks the nerves controlling voluntary movement.

Remarkably, Hawking defied predictions he would only live for a few years, overcoming its debilitating effects on his mobility and speech that left him paralysed and able to communicate only via a computer speech synthesiser.

"I am quite often asked: how do you feel about having ALS?" he once wrote. "The answer is, not a lot.

"I try to lead as normal a life as possible, and not think about my condition, or regret the things it prevents me from doing, which are not that many."

Stephen William Hawking, though, was far from normal.

Inside the shell of his increasingly useless body was a razor-sharp mind, fascinated by the nature of the Universe, how it was formed and how it might end.

"My goal is simple," he once said. "It is complete understanding of the universe, why it is as it is and why it exists at all."

Much of that work centred on bringing together relativity -- the nature of space and time -- and quantum theory -- how the smallest particles in the Universe behave -- to explain the creation of the Universe and how it is governed.

Life on Earth at risk

In 1974, he became one of the youngest fellows of Britain´s most prestigious scientific body, the Royal Society, at the age of 32.

In 1979 he was appointed Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at Cambridge University, where he had moved from Oxford University to study theoretical astronomy and cosmology.

A previous holder of the prestigious post was the 17th-century British scientist Isaac Newton.

Hawking eventually put Newton´s gravitational theories to the test in 2007 when, aged 65, he went on a weightless flight in the United States as a prelude to a hoped-for sub-orbital spaceflight.

Characteristically, he did not see the trip as a mere birthday present.

Instead, he said he wanted to show that disability was no bar to achievement and to encourage interest in space, where he believed humankind´s destiny lay.

"I think the human race has no future if it doesn´t go into space," he said.

"I believe life on Earth is at an ever-increasing risk of being wiped out by a disaster such as sudden global warming, nuclear war, a genetically engineered virus or other dangers."

More recently he said artificial intelligence (AI) could contribute to the eradication of disease and poverty, while warning of its potential dangers.

"In short, success in creating AI could be the biggest event in the history of our civilisation.

"Alongside the benefits, AI will also bring dangers, like powerful autonomous weapons, or new ways for the few to oppress the many," Hawking said in 2016, at the opening of a new AI research centre at Cambridge University.

Pop culture and politics-

Hawking´s genius brought him global fame and he become known as a witty communicator dedicated to bringing science to a wider audience.

His 1988 book "A Brief History of Time" sought to explain to non-scientists the fundamental theories of the universe and it became an international bestseller, bringing him global acclaim.

It was followed in 2001 by "The Universe in a Nutshell".

In 2007, Hawking published a children´s book, "George´s Secret Key to the Universe", with his daughter, Lucy, seeking to explain the workings of the solar system, asteroids, his pet subject of black holes and other celestial bodies.

Hawking also moved into popular culture, with cameos in "Star Trek: The Next Generation" and "The Simpsons", while his voice appeared in Pink Floyd songs.

Beyond scientific debate Hawking also weighed into politics, describing Donald Trump as "a demagogue who seems to appeal to the lowest common denominator" ahead of his election as US president.

Hawking also warned Britain ahead of the Brexit referendum in 2016 against leaving the European Union: "Gone are the days when we could stand on our own against the world."

Making the most of ´every minute´

Hawking first married Jane Wilde in 1965 and had three children. The couple split after 25 years and he married his former nurse, Elaine Mason, but the union broke down amid allegations, denied by him, of abuse.

The love story between Hawking and Wilde was retold in the 2014 film "The Theory of Everything", which won Britain´s Eddie Redmayne the best actor Oscar for his portrayal of the scientist.

The Oscar triumph was celebrated by Hawking, who has reportedly said there were moments watching the film when he thought he was watching himself.

He was also the subject of a 2013 documentary, "Hawking", in which he reflected on his life: "Because every day could be my last, I have the desire to make the most of each and every minute."

Stephen Hawking: a brief history of genius

Reviewed by Arslan Bashir on 10:19 Rating: 5

Google to ban ads on cryptocurrencies, related products

Arslan Bashir 10:17

Alphabet Inc’s Google said on Wednesday it will ban advertisements for cryptocurrencies and related content starting in June.

Under the new policy, the company will ban ads for unregulated or speculative financial products like binary options, cryptocurrency and financial spread betting among others.

In a separate blog post, Google said it took down 3.2 billion ads that violated its advertising policies in 2017, nearly double the number of ads it removed in 2016.

"Improving the ads experience across the web, whether that's removing harmful ads or intrusive ads, will continue to be a top priority for us," Scott Spencer, director of sustainable ads, said.

In January, Facebook Inc said it will ban ads promoting financial products and services tied to cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings.

The policy will be implemented across its platforms, including Facebook, Audience Network and Instagram, the company said.

Google to ban ads on cryptocurrencies, related products

Reviewed by Arslan Bashir on 10:17 Rating: 5

Facebook introduces new features for Pakistani market

Arslan Bashir 10:15

With the expansion of broadband internet services in Pakistan, the technology companies like Facebook are taking keen interest to enhance their user base in this country, addressing their core interest and issues with the introduction of new features and tools.

According to Internet World Stats, there are 32 million users of Facebook registered from Pakistan out of 44.6 million internet users in the country by end of 2017. The country is ranked 25 throughout the world with considerable growth in the number of people using the social-networking sites.

These users are consuming social-network sites not only for infotainment and networking but also for commercial purposes and social causes as well.

Recently, Facebook introduced various features specifically for Pakistani market. These include a feature of facial recognition, registering yourself as a possible blood donation candidate, and now a profile photo guard tool.

Among these features and tools, the latest one is picture profile guard which is believed to be extremely helpful for subscribers of the Facebook in Pakistan especially for female users. It is anticipated that the number of female users will increase with this new tool.

Nashwa Hussien Aly, Head of Policy, Middle East and Africa, Facebook, explains the reason behind the launch of picture profile guard in Pakistan.

“Profile pictures are an important part of building community on Facebook because they help people find friends and create meaningful connections. But not everyone feels safe adding a profile picture. In Pakistan, we have heard that people want more control over their profile pictures, and we have been working over the past year to understand how we can help. This launch is part of our ongoing commitment to keeping people safe online,” Nashwa Hussien Aly, Head of Policy, Middle East and Africa, Facebook, says.

“Women are underrepresented on the internet in Pakistan today, and we are trying to help make Facebook a safe place for them to be online, she added. Facebook cares about bringing more women online in Pakistan. It cares about keeping women safe online.

At Facebook, we carried out regular research, including our Future of Business research in collaboration with The World Bank and OECD, to understand the entrepreneurial desires, barriers and challenges facing women in the region. We work with several safety experts and NGOs to train women on how to stay safe online. We also have a female representative on our global Safety Advisory Board from the region.”

We are always looking for ways to improve people experience on Facebook. In our research with people and safety organizations in India, Egypt, Pakistan and Bangladesh, we have heard that some women choose not to share profile pictures that include their faces anywhere on the internet because they're concerned about what may happen to their photos. These tools will be available to both men and women as they continue to roll out more broadly”

Aly further said the profile picture guard prevents misuse by disabling some ways of saving, downloading and screen-shotting.

“Though we were able to disable screenshots on some versions of the Android app, we understand there are other ways people can gain access for misuses, such as camera-to-screen and desktop screenshots. The profile picture design is intended to help deter people from using these additional ways to gain access for misuse.

We are continuously looking for ways to make people feel welcome and free to express themselves on Facebook, and are committed to helping people build a safe community on Facebook. We are working to understand the best way to address this issue in partnership with safety experts and NGOs. This is a pilot test that gives people more control over how other people interact with your profile picture which will help us understand the impact of different features,” said she.

Facebook introduces new features for Pakistani market

Reviewed by Arslan Bashir on 10:15 Rating: 5

Protect Your Android Device From Malware

Arslan Bashir 11:14

The reception rate of cell phones keeps on taking off, with Android driving the way. The open-source working framework that is driven by Google is presently found on the greater part of all cell phones. This enormous client base has gotten the consideration of cybercriminals, who have started to twofold down on their endeavors to unlawfully acquire individual data from Android proprietors. While most versatile malware is found in nations like Russia and China, clients from Europe and the United States aren't totally safe.

There are a couple of straightforward advances you can take to abstain from getting your information secured up an encoded imprison.

Application source

Just download applications from dependable sources like the Google Play Store. Be careful about any webpage that enables you to download paid applications for nothing.

Application consents

Notwithstanding while downloading from the Google Play Store you should be watchful. Check the consents the application requests. Regularly, applications that incorporate malware will request a great deal of authorizations with the goal that they can rapidly pick up control of the majority of your telephone's information.

Settings

Google incorporates various settings in the Android working framework that can avoid malevolent assaults. Gadgets running Android 2.2 or higher, which basically implies almost all Android gadgets, approach Google's malware scanner. Preceding introducing an application, you downloaded outside of the Play store, Google will examine the application and caution you of any potential dangers.

Programming refreshes

While this may not be a possibility for most clients, if there is a refresh for your gadget ensure you download and introduce it. Producers, transporters, and Google are always pushing out updates with bug fixes, upgrades, and new highlights that can influence your gadget more to secure.

Antivirus Application

The Google Play store is likewise home to several antivirus applications that can offer an additional layer of insurance. Organizations like Avast, AVG, BitDefender, Kaspersky, Sophos, Symantec (Norton), and TrendMicro have long and set up histories as the absolute most confided in brands in the business.

Go down your information

Keep your gadget went down. You can do this:

On your PC.

Utilizing a cloud based move down administration like Google Drive.

On a compact hard plate like a USB pen drive.

Tips on Android ransomware evacuation

The guidelines gave underneath should help you to expel Android ransomware too:

Reboot your telephone into Safe Mode:

Discover the power catch and after that press it for a couple of moments until the point when you see a menu. Snap Power off.

When you get a discourse window that recommends you to reboot your Android to Safe Mode, select this choice and press OK.

On the off chance that this did not work for you, simply kill your gadget and afterward turn it on. When it ends up noticeably dynamic, have a go at squeezing and holding Menu, Volume Down, Volume Up or both these catches together to see Safe Mode.

Uninstall pernicious as well as any suspicious and obscure applications:

At the point when in Safe Mode, go to Settings. At that point, tap on Apps or Application chief (this may vary contingent upon your gadget).

Here, search for the already specified suspicious app(s) and uninstall them all.

Current Malware dangers are developing constantly yet making these strides will make it significantly harder for programmers to pick up control of your information. More often than not digital hoodlums are hoping to exploit senseless errors that individuals are make each day. Remain cautious and 99% of the time you'll remain safe!