March 26, 2015

Weekly Computing Newsletter

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Shelf-Picking Robots Will Vie for a Prize from Amazon

Robots will use the latest computer-vision and machine-learning algorithms to try to perform the work done by humans in vast fulfillment centers.

 
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Magic Leap and HoloLens Demos Show Augmented Reality Challenges

After trying demos of Magic Leap and HoloLens, it’s clear that commercializing augmented reality technology will be difficult.

 

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Microsoft’s Activity Tracker Will Also Check Your Calendar

Microsoft is working to combine biometric data collected by its new wristband with information from your calendar and contacts to make smarter observations.

 
 

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Facebook Makes Messenger Chat App More Capable

Facebook hopes that adding functionality like video sharing and shopping to Messenger will help it grow even as competition rises.

 
 

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Recommended from Around the Web (Week Ending March 21, 2015)

A roundup of the most interesting stories from other sites, collected by the staff at MIT Technology Review.

 
 

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Seven Stories You Shouldn’t Miss (Week Ending March 21, 2015)

Another chance to catch the most interesting, and important, articles from the previous week on MIT Technology Review.

 
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