Diversity in Tech

Oohlala University-Specific App Space With $4M Series A

Each app, tailored for each university, includes things like moderated message boards for students, faculty contacts, class info and locations, safety information and alerts, and plenty more that used to be found on half a dozen websites, apps, and third-party services.

OnePlus 3, OnePlus 3T Now Receiving Android 7.0 With OxygenOS 4.0 Update

OnePlus has surprised everyone as it announced the rollout of the Official Android Nougat 7.0 based OxygenOS for OnePlus 3 and 3T users before the end of 2016. The company announced the rollout on OnePlus Forums around 2 PM IST on 31 December 2016.

Microsoft Surface Pro 5 Tablet PC Launching In First Quarter

Microsoft is currently working on a new Surface Pro tablet, according to a new report, touting a Q1 2017 release for the tablet in question.

A 60 fps, 4K action camera could be coming in 2017 from Yi Technology

As we can attest from our in-depth review of the 2016 Yi 4K Action Camera, the company behind this little shooter has the technical skills for some very fine 4K action recording quality.

Why HTC's Top-Ranked Virtual Reality Gear Will Lose Market Share In 2017

Why HTC's Top-Ranked Virtual Reality Gear Will Lose Market Share In 2017 because the competition is getting high and the supply of AMOLED display panels are getting low.

Raspberry Pi PIXEL desktop now on Mac/PC, promises to revive old laptops

Looking for an OS to restore an old computer to its prime? How about a desktop originally designed for the $35 credit card-sized Raspberry Pi. Raspberry Pi PIXEL desktop now on Mac/PC, promises to revive old laptops

You can use the LG UltraFine 5K display with older Mac But not at 5K

Apple has clarified through a support document published on its website that LG’s latest UltraFine 5K display works at a lower resolution when used with older Macs. Only the company’s latest MacBook Pro lineup are capable of driving the monitor at 5K resolution.

Nokia WILL Return in 2017 With Two New Android Phones

Samsung and Apple may seem to be the most prevalent competitors worth noting in the smartphone battle, but that doesn't mean other brands are out of the running. Nokia will return in 2017 with two new Andriod phones.

Use Your Apple Watch To Take Perfect Holiday Photos

One of the coolest Apple Watch features is one of its least known. Here s how you can use it to take perfect selfies, family shots and holiday photos with your iPhone s camera.

Google Nexus 7 2016 Is Going To Be Google Pixel 7

We've been investigating the rumors about powerful Google Nexus 7 2016 and it may not be appropriate to call it 'Nexus.'

Samsung Galaxy A Series Hits New Android Security Update

Samsung will roll out Android Nougat to its mid-range line starting next year, wherein the Galaxy A 2016 is one of the devices to get the confirmed update.

Diversity in Tech: U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to Discuss Solutions, Reveal New Report

Silicon Valley continues to struggle with its lack of diversity, but many firms are now funding initiatives, adjusting policy, and actively seeking solutions. Now, two years after Google began the trend, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is finally joining the conversation in an active way.

Diversity in Tech: Intel CEO Details Internal 'Resistance' as Jackson Calls on Silicon Valley to Look Beyond the 'Pipeline'

Intel's CEO admitted the company had some internal resistance to his diversity goals, while Jesse Jackson wants to push for Silicon Valley diversity beyond just technology training and hiring.

Diversity in Tech: Slack Hires Engineer Who Quit Twitter Citing Lack of Diversity

The software engineer that publicly called out Twitter for its stifling, un-diverse leadership culture while leaving the company last year has a new job at Slack.

Social Media Sunday: Facebook's Wall Brawl, Reactions, Tumblr to Double Down on Mobile

It's time for Social Media Sunday! This week in social media, Facebook head Mark Zuckerberg publicly rebuked some of his employees, while Facebook Reactions finally added more ways to respond to posts.

Diversity in Tech: HP Praised After Appointing Aida Alvarez to Board of Directors

This week HP announced the appointment of former Small Business Administrator chief Aida Alvarez to its board of directors, a decision that has drawn much praise from diversity advocates around the country.

Diversity in Tech: Slack's Second Diversity Report Shows More Rapid Progress Than Most of Silicon Valley

Despite posting some industry standard-setting statistics, like the majority of Silicon Valley companies, Slack admits it still has a long way to go.

Diversity in Tech: Intel's Diversity Report Shows Imperfect Progress, Sets a Standard for Depth and Transparency

Intel is one of the cornerstones of Silicon Valley, which famously has a diversity problem. Intel, not surprisingly, is not very diverse. But the company has been pushing for action on diversity, and its latest report -- though showing halting progress within its own workforce -- is setting a standard for the industry with its depth and transparency.

Diversity in STEM: Obama Announces $4 Billion 'Computer Science for All' Initiative

Over the weekend, President Obama announced he was pledging $4 billion in funding to boost computer science education in the nation's schools as part of the Computer Science for All Initiative.

Diversity in Tech: Dropbox's 2015 Report Shows Bits of Progress Among Mostly Static Figures

Dropbox finally dropped its diversity report for 2015, and like many other Silicon Valley companies, it shows that the company has slightly improved in some aspects, while declining in others. Here are the details.

Diversity in Tech: Facebook Taps the NFL's Playbook to Increase Diversity in Hiring

Facebook latest diversity innovation, one that's beginning to show results, was borrowed from professional football.
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