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  • Review: Logi Circle 2 is the best HomeKit camera, but Apple's support is lacking

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    entropys said:
    Ah HomeKit. Another nifty Apple kit just put out there in the woods with no nurture.
    Not true at all. Apple continuously offers big new HomeKit features each year. Additionally, we just saw new improvements with iOS 11.3 which brought software certification and new accessory support.
    StrangeDaysbshank

  • Hands on: Steam Link lets you play Mac and PC games on iOS and tvOS with a few hiccups

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    MacPro said:
    Thanks, great review.

    Questions to the testers: I assume this would work fine for the host machine to be the Mac running in Bootcamp?  Given there are so many more games available for the PC, e.g. GTA V, I generally run Steam that way on my late 2013 6 core Mac Pro.  

    I realize I need the controller for the Apple TV but it sounds fun and I am tempted to get one. Regarding 4k, I have a 4K monitor as one of three screens on the 6 core Mac Pro using HDMI and running GTA V at 4K it slows down to about 30 f.p.s. from the 60 fps I get on the 2560 x 1440 size second monitor using Thunderbolt.  Obviously I have the graphics set to high settings in GTA V.  So given the Mac Pro has Catalyst on the two AMD GPUs and struggles at 4K, what Mac can stream to the Apple TV on a 4K TV at 60 f.p.s.?  I have a new Mac Book Pro with Touch bar arriving any day, will that be better than the older Mac Pro?  Or is this all about Bootcamp AMD drivers?
    It will absolutely run on Windows, even in Bootcamp. So that shouldn't be an issue.

    As far as streaming quality, Valve is telling us it is capable of 4K and 60fps, though most games will be sent over in 1080p. It would depend on your network connections and the preferences in settings.
    watto_cobra

  • Hands on: Steam Link lets you play Mac and PC games on iOS and tvOS with a few hiccups

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    22july2013 said:
    At first you say "you can play nearly any Steam game" then in the video you say "you essentially get a live stream of what's on your computer screen. ... If another application pops up that's what you're going to see". So which is it? Is it for playing games or is it a live stream for anything from games to apps to whatever? If the second quote is accurate, then this product is not really game-specific and the introduction should say so. I am actually totally confused if this product is in some way specific to games or if it's a generic streaming solution. If it's generic, I may buy it.
    It meant for Steam. So when you launch it on your iOS or tvOS device, Steam will become full screen, and the game will be streamed to your device. However, you can still control your Mac. So you could go to your Mac and purposefully move the window so you're looking at a webpage or a video.

    BUT, the audio is not going to go through, you don't really have control of such stuff, and there are simply far better ways of screen sharing to your devices.

    Steam specifically routes the game audio, and passes the controller inputs to the game.

    Also, it's free. So this isn't something you have to go and drop money on. You can just use it and try it for yourself.
    watto_cobra

  • Apple's next iPhone may ship with more powerful USB-C charger

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    Eric_WVGG said:
    AppleInsider said:
    Apple also doesn't yet allow third parties to manufacturer USB-C Lightning cables through their MFi certification program. 
    lord, is that why it's impossible to get a usb-c lightning keychain? Eff.
    Yup! Any third-party USB-C Lightning cable is not approved for Apple and could be using counterfeit chips or damage your phone. Chances of damage are low, but something people may not be aware of. We've been really hoping to see Apple open this up, but so far they haven't. As soon as they do, you can expect to see a huge barrage of new USB-C Lightning cables.
    watto_cobra

  • Logitech debuts Magnetic Mount for Circle 2 HomeKit-enabled cameras

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    maciekskontakt said:
    Right. Magnetic mount for surveillance camera. That is an innovative idea. For GoPro on car it could be good, but for surveillance... Good luck. Install it on the roof out of reach once hands. Also at home I would need to find "magnetic 2x4". So the question is: What is the puprose of that camera? Bedroom activity? Childroom activity and safety? Next: Suction cups mount for surveillance camera to mount it in shower and restroom on tiles.
    Many other popular cameras use magnetic mounts. Take the Arlo system for instance.

    Obviously, don't put it a face-level on your front door where any passerby could walk away with it. But a rain gutter above your garage pointed at your driveway? Sure thing. Inside, it allows you to attach it to stuff without putting holes in your wall, either using the included mounting plate or on metal surfaces. In my home, I have this on the side of my fridge which directly points it at my front door. Great solution without having to damage my walls. Regardless of where it is mounted inside, if someone wanted to destroy the camera, they could. Whether it is on your fridge or screwed into the wall. It is straight up meant to be easily removable from the base so a magnetic mount doesn't change that, other than being more convenient to the user.
    patchythepiratejony0