iPhone 6 speculation goes bezel-less

Will the iPhone 6 finally ditch the bezel? Mock-ups like to think so. The real thing is less certain, though.

The latest speculation comes from the Korea Herald, which said that Apple may bring out a bezel-free iPhone 6 that supports fingerprint scanning.

The rumor was widely reported in blogs that follow Apple.

A bezel-free design — which some publications depict as an edge-to-edge display — would presumably require the fingerprint scanner to be incorporated into the display. On the iPhone 5S, fingerprint scanning is done via the home button.
The problem is, the real next-gen iPhone, aka iPhone 6, isn’t due for a long time.

So, Apple could very well be testing a bezel-free design, but what the company ultimately decides is unknown.

And note that there have also been reports of a planned iPhone 6 with glass that is curved at the edges.

The Korea Herald also claims that Samsung’s Galaxy S5 will come with the side bezels removed, citing new touch panel technology that would allow this.

Bitcoiners Destroy Their iPhones After Apple Removes Wallet From App Store

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Bitcoiners Destroy Their iPhones After Apple Removes Wallet From App Store
By Morgen Peck
Posted 7 Feb 2014 | 18:08 GMT

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On Wednesday, Apple removed the Blockchain wallet app, the only remaining app that could be used to make Bitcoin payments on the iOS platform, from its App Store. And Bitcoiners are pissed off. How pissed off? One particular Apple customer was so angry that he blasted his iPhone to smithereens with a rifle. Luckily for us, he filmed himself doing it.

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Bitcoiners Destroy Their iPhones After Apple Removes Wallet From App Store
By Morgen Peck
Posted 7 Feb 2014 | 18:08 GMT

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On Wednesday, Apple removed the Blockchain wallet app, the only remaining app that could be used to make Bitcoin payments on the iOS platform, from its App Store. And Bitcoiners are pissed off. How pissed off? One particular Apple customer was so angry that he blasted his iPhone to smithereens with a rifle. Luckily for us, he filmed himself doing it.

He did, however, have more to gain than a rush of sublime catharsis and 15 minutes of YouTube fame. Ryan, as he identifies himself in the video, shot up his phone in a spirit of protest, but only after a Reddit user besought enraged Bitcoiners to publicly destroy their iOS devices with the promise that he would send them new, Nexus 5 smartphones in return. The user, “round-peg,” promised one replacement phone for each 100 “upvotes” he got on the Reddit post, but limited it to six phones after a deluge of attention.

It seems that this was the last straw for many iPhone-toting Bitcoin users. The Blockchain app was only the most recent Bitcoin app to get pitched from the Apple marketplace. Last November, it shut down another app which allowed users to interface with Coinbase accounts (Coinbase functions both as a Bitcoin wallet and a Bitcoin exchange.) In December, it booted a comparable app designed by CoinJar (though it’s still available to Australian customers). And last month, Apple forced Gliph to remove Bitcoin transaction features from its secure messaging app. All of these apps are still available in the Google Play Store for use on Android phones, such as the Nexus 5 (except CoinJar, which says it’s still working on it).

Apple has not made a public statement about why it’s coming down so hard on Bitcoin. And according to the San Francisco Chronicle, company representatives declined to comment about this latest decision. But the snubbed app designers are coming up with their own theories.

In a blog post yesterday, Blockchain went on the offensive, writing:

These actions by Apple once again demonstrate the anti-competitive and capricious nature of the App Store policies that are clearly focused on preserving Apple's monopoly on payments rather than based on any consideration of the needs and desires of their users.

Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, dropped some less than subtle hints to Time Magazine last week, suggesting that the company would have some kind of mobile payments platform to offer with the next iphone. It’s not difficult to see how a global, frictionless, digital currency might get in the way of those plans.

But it’s also important to keep in mind that Bitcoin is going through some serious growing pains right now. These are Bitcoin’s awkward, teen years, when it just keeps rolling with the wrong kids and getting into trouble. In the last six months, the biggest news stories about Bitcoin have involved the arrests of an alleged drug kingpin and the twenty-something millionaire that may or may not have been laundering money for his customers. And it’s still anyone’s guess as to how governments will choose to regulate Bitcoin, or even how they will define it. So, it’s not inconceivable that Apple, a notoriously skittish company, might shy away from Bitcoin for the moment.

This seemed to be the impression that CoinJar got from its dealings with Apple. After having its app pulled, it explained to its users:

Before you start DDOSing and trolling, Apple have done nothing wrong in this situation, they are just managing their own legal liability. We have had amicable discussions with them and hope they will support us in the future, when they have a more clear view of Bitcoin's place in their regulatory landscape.

Regardless of how angry people are about this decision, the reality is that Bitcoin is still so small that it can’t yet muster an impressive public outcry. Of course, there’s already a petition started, but I’m guessing that Apple has made up its mind on this one, and it’s not likely to change course, even if people start shooting their phones with canons tomorrow. I say, Bitcoiners, do what you do best, and opt out!

Computer Eyewear Gunnar

These glasses will not only protect you against computer vision syndrome, it will also prevent digital eye fatigue and increase your visual performance. There are different styles to suit all people.

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If you thought glasses were just meant for toning down the sun or for the visually impaired, then you haven’t met the Gunnar computer eyewear. Sometimes looking at your computer the whole day can take a toll on your eyes and that is why the Gunnar computer eyewear company makes different kinds of glasses that are meant specifically for people like you.

It will help us to protect our vision and to prevent eye fatigue.this is very useful nowadays due to the increase use of computers, mobiles,laptops etc.

Adidas Shoe With Computer Technology

Adidas, the athletic shoe and apparel giant, has married with computer technology with its latest running shoe, The shoes uses a 20-megahertz microprocessor implanted in the sole which collects readings and from the shoe’s movements and adjusts the fit of the shoe accordingly.

Shoe Parts and technologies

When it comes to sneaker technology, shoes are divided into three major areas: the upper, the midsole, and the outsole. Depending on the materials and combinations used, one model of sneaker can vary greatly from another.

The Upper

Uppers, the top part of the shoe with the laces, fancy designs and bright colors that holds the shoe together, usually come in one of three materials, leather, synthetic leather, and mesh.
Special editions, retro and vintage models, Converse and casual shoes like the Nike Vandal, the Air Force 1, and the Nike After Party for women may have a canvas upper. The most famous shoes to have an all canvas upper are the Converse All Stars.

The Midsole

Midsoles are used to cushion and provide support and protection for the foot. There are four types of materials used in commercially produced sneakers. Midsoles are often constructed of a combination of materials. Midsole materials are Phylon, polyurethane, Phylite, and EVA.

Phylon

Phylon is very lightweight, low-profile and responsive. Phylon is made of EVA foam pellets that are compressed, heat expanded and then cooled in a mold. Compression-molded Phylon Midsoles can be sculpted into a variety of designs that are identified by their fine wrinkles.

Polyurethane

PU is the most dense, durable and stable midsole material. PU is poured into a mold to create a firm midsole that provides maximum protection from impact. PU is identified by its smooth rubbery feel and tendency to turn yellow with age. PU is the heaviest midsole material, but it is also the most durable

Phylite

Phylite is an injection-molded unit made of a combination of 60% Phylon and 40% rubber. Phylite is lighter than rubber, but heavier than Phylon and functions as both midsole and outsole. By eliminating a separate midsole and outsole the weight of the shoe is greatly reduced and flexibility is increased.

EVA

EVA is soft, light and flexible. It is the least expensive midsole material and is often used in entry-level shoes. Midsoles are cut and shaped from flat sheets of EVA foam. EVA will compress and become flat over time as the air trapped within the foam is squeezed out. Once EVA is compacted, it does not return to its original shape and no longer provides cushioning. EVA compresses faster than other midsole materials.

Adidas Technology

ClimaCool ™ Technology

ClimaCool™ is the adidas technology designed to keep feet cooler and drier. It combines maximum functionality through a unique 360° ventilation system with progressive and stylish design.
Each part of the shoe “breathes”, combining moisture management and maximum ventilation. The result is a shoe that helps the foot maintain its optimal temperature. With a new and highly visible technology, ClimaCool™ is adidas keystone.
AdiPrene ® Technology

Protection for your heel. Exclusive to adidas, adiPRENE® is an elastic material which responds to the cushioning needs of your moving foot.
adiPRENE® absorbs impact forces, providing superior cushioning and protection.
An adiPRENE® insert also provides both long-term cushioning and comfort.
Torsion System ® Technology

High-performance athletic footwear must protect and support the foot while still allowing it to function in a natural manner.
Adidas TORSION® SYSTEM stabilizes the foot, providing lightweight arch support while allowing the forefoot and rear foot to move freely.

What Went Wrong With the iPhone 5c?

Every iPhone I see now is used far more as a computer than as a phone. When it comes to phones and voice, smaller is better. With computers, a bigger screen will win out. Your ear and your smartphone are just not as important to each other as they used to be. The tipping point came, and new buyers are increasingly likely to want bigger screens than you find on an iPhone 5c.