Snapchat moves into the world of hardware tech

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2 years ago

May 3, 2022

The parent company of Snapchat is taking “selfies” to all new heights

Snap Inc. – the company that owns and operates social media app Snapchat, has unveiled a flying camera what appears to look somewhat similar to a drone.

It’s called called “Pixy” – and is described by the company as a “free-flying sidekick” which can help people take selfies without a selfie stick.

The gadget is available in France and the United States, where the laws are more lenient around the use of drones than the United Kingdom.

It comes as several social media giants are stepping up their hardware and Augmented Reality offering.

Meet Pixy. Your friendly flying camera. Pixy brings magic to every moment, all you have to do is let it fly! #FlyWithMe pic.twitter.com/GAh8znI76I
— Pixy (@snappixy) April 28, 2022

The Pixy operates on its own, taking video and pics as it flies above the person using it

Those photos them wirelessly transfer and and are saved in the Snapchat app.

And when you’re done with your selfies at the end of the flight, the drone simply lands in the palm of your hand.

Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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14 hours ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending

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Is cloud technology the solution for every organisation’s needs?

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1 day ago

May 16, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Amidst the dominance of cloud technologies in the tech landscape, questions are rising over applicability and its cost implications.

As businesses increasingly migrate to cloud technologies, skepticism is brewing over whether it’s the optimal solution for every organisational need.

Additionally, the notion of “free” cloud services is being challenged, highlighting the importance of understanding the true costs and benefits associated with cloud adoption.

Harsha Patil, Engineering manager, California USA shares his key insights on the cloud conundrum. #featured

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Does American media have TikTok bias?

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2 days ago

May 16, 2024

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While the fate of TikTok remains uncertain in the U.S.—there is no shortage of possibilities.

Several investors are hoping to benefit from a new federal law that requires TikTok’s China-based parent company to sell the popular platform or face a ban.

This comes after ByteDance and TikTok filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government to block the law from going into effect.

Meanwhile, eight TikTok creators filed their own challenge, arguing the law violates their First Amendment rights to free speech.

But as the saga continues many media outlets are defending the platform.

David Zhang from China Insider joins Veronica Dudo to discuss. #IN AMERICA TODAY #trending #TikTok #TikTokban #socialmedia #China