Apple debuts HealthKit service and Health app for iOS 8
Apple has really hit its stride now during its big WWDC 2014 keynote, and the company just announced HealthKit and an associated Health app. HealthKit allows developers and healthcare providers to provide access to health information on users’ iOS devices. The system’s Health app services as the front end for users, giving users access to all of the related information. HealthKit will also support third-party fitness apps, so all health and fitness related data is accessible right in a single app.
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iOS 8 finally brings smarter keyboard features
Apple on Monday at WWDC 2014, unveiled iOS 8 at WWDC 2014, its next major mobile operating system. One of the iOS 8 features highlighted during the keynote was apple’s new QuickType, which finally brings smarter keyboard features to iPhone and iPad.
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The most important new feature on iOS 8: Actionable notifications
Apple has officially unveiled iOS 8, and the best new features come in the form of what Apple is calling actionable notifications. These actionable notifications will allow you to respond to messages, reminders and invites without having to leave your app or unlock your phone.
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Apple unveils iOS 8
Apple’s WWDC 2014 got off to a strong start on Monday when the company unveiled iOS 8, its newest platform for iPhones and iPads that has brought a host of changes including the highly anticipated Healthbook feature that will integrated fitness features for its expected iWatch. Other key features included in iOS 8 are an interactive notification center that lets you more easily access your messages and respond directly from notifications. This doesn’t just apply to emails either: You can also reply to invitations and even “like” Facebook statuses directly from the notifications center.
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WWDC 2014 is underway: First up, Apple unveils OS X 10.10 Yosemite
The wait is finally over, Apple fans — the 25th annual Worldwide Developer Conference is underway. As has been the case in years past, Apple CEO Tim Cook began today’s huge event by taking the stage and delivering a State of the Apple Union address, of sorts. Apple’s chief executive began the WWDC 2014 keynote strong by unveiling OS X 10.10 Yosemite.
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BREAKING: Check out the first image of Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite from WWDC 2014
One of the biggest announcements primed for Apple’s WWDC 2014 keynote today is the latest update for OS X. Thanks to Mashable’s Lance Ulanoff, we have been given an enticing preview of the real OS X 10.10 ahead of the keynote as he managed to snap a photo of the iMacs Apple will be using to demonstrate the new software. As expected, Apple has seemingly begun to merge the design of iOS with OS X for its latest desktop software, complete with a new dock that should look very familiar to any iPhone owners. We expect to hear plenty more after 1pm once the keynote is underway.
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Speedway Motors Founder “Speedy” Bill Smith Dead at 84
Victory Lane fell silent this weekend as the performance automotive community lost a pioneering racer, hot rodder and entrepreneur. “Speedy” Bill Smith, founder and owner of Speedway Motors, died May 30 at his home in Lincoln, Nebraska just weeks before his 85th birthday. He is survived by four sons, their wives, ten grandchildren, and an extended family of Speedway Motors employees and thousands of loyal customers.
A Lincoln, Nebraska native, Smith got hooked on cars early in life and began buying, fixing and selling Model Ts for profit as a teen. Soon he was racing – first motorcycles, then cars – while attending classes at Nebraska Wesleyan University. After earning a degree in education, Smith followed his automotive passion and opened Speedway Motors in 1952, aided by a $300 loan from his wife Joyce.
A combination of passion, tenacity and innovation allowed Smith to grow a small 20×20 storefront into a flourishing mail-order business and manufacturing empire. During its 62 years in business, Speedway Motors has grown to become one of the largest manufacturers, distributors and retailers in the performance aftermarket. Working side-by-side with his beloved wife and all four sons, Smith built what is recognized as America’s Oldest Speed Shop.
Smith’s countless contributions to rodding and racing have been recognized by dozens of organizations, with Hall of Fame and Lifetime Achievement honors coming from the likes of SEMA, NSRA, Goodguys, IMCA and USAC. He actively supported organizations and sanctioning bodies that shared his mission to make rodding and racing safe, fun and affordable.
A desire to preserve racing history led “Speedy” Bill, his wife Joyce and their sons to establish the Museum of American Speed in 1992. This world-class collection of racing engines, cars and automotive artifacts has allowed the Smith family to give back to the automotive community and share their profound love of racing and rodding with future generations.
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*LIVE VIDEO OF WWDC 2014* How to watch streaming video of Apple’s huge keynote RIGHT NOW!
It’s finally here, Apple fans — the day you’ve been waiting for. Apple’s massive Worldwide Developer Event is mere minutes away from kicking off and as is the case every year, the festivities will begin with an exciting keynote address from Apple executives. Several well-known Apple bosses will undoubtedly be called upon to help show off the company’s latest and greatest, including CEO Tim Cook, marketing chief Phil Schiller, software and services head Eddy Cue, and Apple’s SVP of software engineering Craig Federighi.
We may also see some new faces for the first time, including new retail boss Angela Ahrendts as well as Beats Electronics’ Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre.
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Motor State Distributing Energy Release Product Line
Motor State Distributing has announced the addition of the Energy Release product line to its quality brand selection of automotive chemicals.
For over two decades, Energy Release has developed and manufactured a premium line of automotive chemicals. Proprietary high tech formulas have set new standards for the automotive performance industry. Energy Release additives mix exceptionally well with lubricants such as oils, greases, hydraulic fluids, gear lubes, machining and cutting fluids.
The Energy Release product line consists of antifriction metal conditioner, grease products, fuel conditioners, and maintenance chemicals. Used by racing teams in the World of Outlaws, Indy Racing League, NHRA, NASCAR, Monster Truck, Motorcycle, dirt bike and snowmobile venues.
Motor State Distributing stocks the complete Energy Release product line available for immediate shipment.
For more information http://www.motorstate.com
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Mortal Kombat X trailer brings the classic fighting game to PS4 and Xbox One
After threatening to decline into irrelevancy just a few years ago, the Mortal Kombat franchise made a huge resurgence with a self-titled reboot in 2011. Three years later, Ed Boon and NetherRealm Studios have officially unveiled their latest project for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One: Mortal Kombat X.
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