Archives
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ELECTRONICS 
May 7, 2018 Electronics Development, Test, and Verification of Guidance, Navigation and Control Systems for Space Applications
Electronics Development, Test, and Verification of Guidance, Navigation and Control Systems for Space Applications Your mission: The Institute of Space Systems in Bremen designs and analyzes future spacecraft and space missions (launchers, orbital and exploration systems, and satellites), and assesses them with regard to their technical performance and cost. It applies state-of-the-art methods of multi-disciplinary […]
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May 2, 2018 Gibson files for bankruptcy to ditch electronics, focus on guitars
A man admires a 1955 Gibson Les Paul Goldtop guitar belonging to David Gilmour of Pink Floyd (R) and a sunburst Fender Stratocaster formerly owned by Jimi Hendrix (C) at the ‘Travelling Guitars’ exhibition at the Cite de la Musique in Paris October 10, 2006. Benoit Tessier / Reuters Yesterday Gibson Brands filed for Chapter 11 […]
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NEWS 
April 30, 2018 Google Launchpad’s Solve for India Mentors 10 Startups
In an effort to mentor emerging start-ups, Google Indiahosted a four-day boot camp for the first 10 Indian startups as part of its ‘Solve for India’ programme. Launched last year as an India-only pilot for mentorship by Google Developers’ “Launchpad” team, ‘Solve for India’ focuses on bringing the best of Google expertise to help emerging startups in Machine […]
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ALL DEALS 
April 30, 2018 Zomato Gold to Become Invite-Only, Public Purchase Will Open for Last Time on April 27
HIGHLIGHTS Zomato Gold is set to become invite-only in India Its public purchase will be opened for one last time on April 27 The programme is also expanding to five new cities As a result of the overwhelming response, Zomato Gold is now set to become invite-only, the company has announced. Zomato says it is opening the Zomato Gold […]
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NEWS 
April 19, 2018 83 Percent of Shoppers Report that Coupons Are a Driver for Changes in Purchasing Behavior
Winston-Salem, NC, April 19, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Inmar, Inc. announced today findings from the 2018 Inmar Shopper Behavior Study. The annual report highlights shopper promotion preference methods, attitudes toward promotions, and use of coupons and rebates, along with insights into shopper engagement with store loyalty programs and shopping-related technology. The findings shed light into consumer demand […]
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COUPONS 
April 19, 2018 Fake Starbucks coupons circulate online promising free coffee for black customers
Source: Starbucks Starbucks Almondmilk Fake Starbucks coupons have begun circulating on social media in the wake of protests over the arrests of two black men who had asked to use a Starbucks restroom. The coupons, which feature images of Starbucks beverages, the brand’s iconic color green and bar codes, appear to offer “people of color” or “African-American heritage” […]
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ELECTRONICS 
April 3, 2018 Stretchable, twistable wires for wearable electronics
A new conductive “felt” carries electricity even when twisted, bent and stretched. Credit: Matthew Catenacci The exercise-tracking power of a Fitbit may soon jump from your wrist and into your clothing. Researchers are seeking to embed electronics such as fitness trackers and health monitors into our shirts, hats, and shoes. But no one wants stiff copper wires […]
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COMPUTERS 
March 29, 2018 Toshiba Awaits Regulator Approval for Key Chip Unit Sale
HIGHLIGHTS The firm had agreed to sell its memory chip business to Bain Capital Toshiba had expected to meet all the sale conditions by March 23 It’s China’s anti-trust law” that is holding up the sale: Toshiba Embattled Japanese conglomerate Toshiba said Monday it was still waiting for regulators to approve the key sale of its chip […]
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ELECTRONICS 
March 9, 2018 Heat switch developed for electronics
Schematic of the thermal switch showing the (a) ON-state with the liquid metal droplet bridging the heat source and sink and (b) OFF-state with liquid metal removed from the channel. (c) Side view image of the fabricated thermal switch device. (d) The ON and OFF thermal resistance circuits based on a 1-D heat transfer model. […]
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CLOTHING 
February 26, 2018 Macy’s new ‘modest’ clothing line presents options for Bay Area Muslim women
This hand-dyed luxury vicose hijab is part of the “Verona Collection,” introduced on Feb. 15, 2018 by Macy’s. The collection consists of ready-to-wear pieces including dresses, tops, cardigans, pants and hijabs in a variety of colors and fabrics and is available only on macys.com. (Courtesy Macy’s) The line of “modest” clothing geared toward Muslim women […]
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NEWS 
February 23, 2018 Google Files Go Updated With Support for Google Drive File Backup
HIGHLIGHTS The app can now backup files straight to Google Drive The update also brings SD card features and bug fixes Google Drive needs to be installed on your phone to use the feature Google recently released the latest software update for its Files Go app on Android. The update, although minor, brings along a crucial feature that allows […]
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CLOTHING 
February 20, 2018 Royal Selangor partners Pestle & Mortar Clothing for limited edition streetwear
The collection represents a seamless fusion of streetwear culture with luxury lifestyle goods. Two Malaysian companies, born over a century apart, have found common ground in artisanal creativity and the stories of their respective journeys. Pewter brand Royal Selangor and street-wear label Pestle & Mortar Clothing have joined forces to come up with an unexpected […]
