Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 12/13 - The Next-Gen Xbox
Dec 13, 2019
Dive into the innovative design of the next-gen Xbox Series X, set to revolutionize gaming. Discover Apple's strategic acquisition aimed at boosting iPhone photography. Lyft introduces a car rental service with no mileage limits, shaking up the ride-share market. Explore Roku's dominance in streaming amidst rising competition. Lastly, enjoy weekend reading suggestions that tackle social media's influence on beauty standards and reveal a fascinating true crime story.
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Next-Gen Xbox Design and Power
- Microsoft's next-gen Xbox, Series X, resembles a computer and boasts four times the Xbox One X's processing power.
- Its monolithic design prioritizes power over compactness, offering more thermal headroom.
Apple's Photography Acquisition
- Apple acquired Spectral Edge, a UK startup, to enhance iPhone photography.
- Spectral Edge's technology blends infrared and standard photos using machine learning for crisper images and better colors.
Lyft's Car Rental Service
- Lyft launched a car rental service with no mileage limits, starting at $35/day, including ride credits.
- Renters as young as 22 are eligible, and Lyft only charges local market rates for gas.