The Morning After: What to expect from Microsoft's big event and Hong Kong's Galaxy Note 7 problem

It's Tuesday, October 25, 2016. Hey, good morning! You look fabulous. While you were sleeping, we found out where you can still buy a Galaxy Note 7, Apple added portrait mode to its flagship iPhone 7 Plus, and we're thinking about what Microsoft has planned for later this week. iOS 10.1 is here Portrait mode brings blurry backgrounds to iPhone 7 Plus photos While it's a mostly minor update, the iPhone 7 Plus will pick up another way to utilize its duo of rear-facing cameras. Yes, the once-teased portrait mode is now here to blur your backgrounds and make those portraits of loved ones really pop. Disable in-app purchases Doctors say your toddler can use your tablet -- as long as you're around to supervise The American Academy of Pediatrics has softened its guidelines when it comes to screenwatchin' for the under-twos, stating that they can watch "high-quality programming" (Sesame Workshop, for example) so long as you're there to help understanding and monitor use. If your wee ones are younger than that, you should limit them to video chat for now. The AAP reiterates that, regardless of your children's age, it's important to both set "consistent limits" and ensure that device time doesn't affect physical activity, play and sleep. Tune in, turn on … Trump Social media isn't just for apologies and insults There's no "Trump TV" yet, but the campaign has launched a daily show for its Facebook followers. So far, it's not outdrawing Chewbacca Mom, but you all know those viewing counts are rigged anyway. Sponsored Content by StackCommerce The first Android N Helio P10 phone giveaway Scratching the surface Here's what to expect from Microsoft's 'Imagine What You'll Do' event New Surface? Sure, but in what shape -- maybe an all-in-one? Perhaps, perhaps. While we probably won't see a Surface Pro 5, we do expect Microsoft to explain what'll happen in the next Windows 10 update, likely to launch in early 2017. Gastly Pokémon Go's first global event is Halloween-themed To celebrate All Hallows' Eve, Pokémon Go creators Niantic Labs is increasing the encounter rate for its spookier Pocket Monster. Gastly, Gengar, Golbat (ugh!) and more will appear far more frequently, while each monster caught will net you double the number of candies. In true trick-or-treat style, in fact, you'll also get more candies from your Buddy Pokémon, and even from Professor Willow when you send him your Pokémon. Just because you can doesn't mean you should If you want a Galaxy Note 7, they're still on sale in Hong Kong Because people like to risk carrying around something in their pocket that might explode in a burst of smoke. Read how Engadget Chinese editor-in-chief Richard Lai did while trying to buy one -- and why they're still on sale in the first place. But wait, there's more... 1. Hackers can gain full access in five seconds with this Linux exploit 2. Stare at this beautifully detailed map of the Milky Way 3. New White House initiative hopes to ensure microsatellites thrive 4. A new stylus-toting Samsung Galaxy device that won't burst into smoke The Morning After is a new daily newsletter from Engadget designed to help you fight off FOMO. Who knows what you'll miss if you don't subscribe. Craving even more? Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter. Have a suggestion on how we can improve The Morning After? Send us a note. Copyright © 2016 Aol Inc. All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: AOL 770 Broadway #4 New York, NY 10003 You are receiving this email because you opted in at engadget.com. Not interested anymore? Unsubscribe from this newsletter.

Editor's Pick: Why Large Companies Can't Innovate

Why Large Companies Can't Innovate

Rob Enderle Oct 24, 2016 10:31 AM PT

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The Morning After: 15 years of the iPod and expensively smart wine storage

It's Monday, October 24, 2016. Good morning, here's what happened over the weekend! Happy Monday. Over the weekend we sampled smart-refrigerated wine, looked back on 15 years of iPod, and asked Amazon's AI to fact-check politicians for us. Coming up this week: Apple's MacBook event, some news from Microsoft, and a lot of companies are reporting on their quarterly earnings -- if you're all about the gross revenue and such. 'schpensive Plum is the $1,500 smart wine fridge you can't afford Engadget editors run the gamut, from whisky connoisseurs to those looking for "whatever's got the most booze in it." We like the idea of Plum: a smart fridge aimed at making your wine taste the best it possibly can. It'll even dispense it for you. (No, it doesn't take wine boxes.) Digital music was changed forever. The iPod: 15 years on It's been 15 years since the launch of the first iPod, the device that would lead to the iPhone, the iPad, iTunes music, and myriad other ways of taking our money. A lot has changed since then, but we all have a lot to thank Apple's debut MP3 player for. Compromises. Review: Razer's latest gaming rig tries to deliver desktop gaming power and an ultraportable notebook The Razer Blade Stealth gaming laptop has a powerful pitch: a portable, powerful notebook that could dip into the power of desktop-class graphics cards, changing it into a gaming powerhouse. Sean Buckley discovers that there are some caveats -- most notably the poor battery life when the laptop is away from your desk. Sponsored Content by StackCommerce The first Android N Helio P10 phone giveaway Alexa is on it. Amazon's talking speaker can now fact-check your leaders The new Amazon Echo skill lets you fact-check any politician scrutinized by PolitiFact, FactCheck.org or the Washington Post -- if that's your idea of a fun Monday morning task. But wait, there's more... 1. Samsung's rushed Note 7 recall has had an effect on the Galaxy S8 -- already 2. Finally, 'The Last Guardian' is ready 3. Elon Musk's moon colony would rely on a lot of mining robots 4. Nintendo's new console won't play your old carts and discs Copyright © 2016 Aol Inc. All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: AOL 770 Broadway #4 New York, NY 10003 You are receiving this email because you opted in at engadget.com. Not interested anymore? Unsubscribe from this newsletter.