Toyota in advanced talks to buy Google-owned Boston Dynamics

If you recall, back in March this year, there were reports that the Google-owned robotics engineering firm Boston Dynamics has been put up for sale. At that time Toyota and Amazon were named as possible buyers.

Now, it is being reported that Toyota is in advanced talks with Google over a possible deal, with the report saying that the “ink is nearly dry.” The financial details aren’t yet known though.

The report notes that Toyota plans to make Boston Dynamics part of the Toyota Research Institute (TRI), a recently-announced division (based in Silicon Valley) that focuses on…

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Asus ZenFone 3 series specs leak ahead of today’s announcement

We already know that Asus will unveil the ZenFone 3 series today (May 30), and it will consist of three devices namely the ZenFone 3, ZenFone 3 Deluxe, and ZenFone 3 Max. But before that happens, some key specs of these devices have been leaked.

The leak comes in the form of an alleged internal document which was shared by tipster Roland Quandt on Twitter.

The doc reveals that the Zenfone 3 is powered by a Snapdragon 625 SoC, and sports a 5.5-inch full HD display. RAM is 3GB, while the camera department is handled by a 16MP rear unit and an 8MP front shooter. The phone packs in a…

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Microsoft offering discounts of up to $150 on Xbox One, bundling second free controller as well

Microsoft has slashed prices of select Xbox One console bundles, offering discounts ranging from $50 to $150. Not only this, the Redmond, Washington-based company is also offering a second free controller as well as a free game with most of the bundles.

Specifically, the Xbox One Kinect Bundle has received a $150 price cut, bringing its cost down from $499 to $349. The 1TB Xbox One bundles, on the other hand, have received a $80 price cut, while the 500GB bundles have been discounted by $50.

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Microsoft extends $75 discount on Band 2 until July 9

If you recall, the Microsoft Band 2 first received a price cut of $75 back in February this year. While that promo was available until March 26, the Redmond, Washington-based company offered the same deal in April and May as well.

This month’s promo ended on May 21, but it has now come to light that the deal has again been extended, running from May 29 through July 9 this time. The discount is available on purchases made through online and retail Microsoft stores in the US as well as some third party retailers like Amazon and Best Buy.

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