Review Roundup: Samsung’s Foldable Falls Short, Dell’s Laptop Lacks Power, and More
The latest wave of product reviews has been published, covering new smartphones, laptops, audio gear, and cameras. Several devices were tested over the past two weeks, with mixed results reported by the reviewers.
» readInside a 12th-Place Finish at the GPU Mode QR Factorization Contest
The contest, run by GPU Mode with Core Automation, asked participants to implement a batched compact Householder QR factorization for CUDA matrices.
» readA Playful USB Necklace Turns Data Storage Into a Fashion Statement
The Puff necklace, a retro-futuristic USB flash drive designed by the duo behind the Noware brand, is set to ship to customers this October after gaining over a million views online.
» readStripe and Advent International Reportedly in Talks to Buy PayPal
Reports indicated that Stripe and private equity firm Advent International have been in discussions to acquire PayPal, though no final agreement has been reached. The Wall Street Journal stated that the companies offered $60.
» readInstapaper Gets a Major Refresh, Making It Easier to Tackle Your Saved Reading List
The popular read-it-later app Instapaper has received a significant update, according to a recent review. The service, which has been around since 2008, now offers a redesigned web interface and new features across its mobile apps.
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