Netflix spatial audio “blew me away”
Spatial audio is not entirely new. Forms of virtual surround sound processing have been around for decades. The difference today is that the technology behind…
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Peloton News: ‘Invite Friends’ feature expands social possibilities for Peloton owners
The tricky thing about working out at home is the absence of the social element. Gyms, of course, have it in spades. But those of…
Larger Apple Watch “Pro” could help Apple tap into extra smartwatch margin
Reverse profit skimming?
‘Karaoke’ opens San Francisco Jewish Film Festival at The Castro Theatre
Director Moshe Rosenthal’s Karaoke is scheduled to open the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival. Now in its 42nd year, the SFJFF opening night will take…
Peloton to reopen its New York and London spin studios in August
Home fitness spin bike maker Peloton (NASDAQ: PTON) is set to re-open its in-person studios. Per Connect the Watts, an email was sent to members…
Bay Area Arts: ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ to kick off TheatreWorks Silicon Valley’s 52nd season
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley this week announced the schedule for its upcoming season. Now in its 52nd year, the season opens with campy classic musical Little…
Peloton News: Peloton to outsource bike, treadmill manufacturing to Taiwanese firm
Peloton has had quite the interesting — i.e. rocky — few years. The once pandemic darling has seen its fortunes change rapidly as gyms re-opened…
Smartphone vs. Dedicated Cameras: Sony’s new 1-inch camera sensor coming to a phone near you
The smartphone camera continues its ascent. And the climb appears to be accelerating. According to reports, we should see Sony’s new 1-inch sensor (IMX989) make…
Apple HomePod, the Sequel: Can Apple get the smart speaker right the second time around?
Word is Apple is trying again, and is expected to relaunch its flagship HomePod smart speaker. Keep in mind Apple already sells a compact version…
Anamorphic fans, Moment has a lens on Kickstarter you might like
The bokeh and the beautiful cinematic lens flares are just two reasons why many love the look of anamorphic. Problem is: cost. Typically anamorphic lenses…