Microsoft's cheaper 15-inch Surface Book 2

It's Thursday, June 20, 2019. Hey, good morning! You look fabulous. Hey there! The birthplace of Juul (and many other players in the vape world) is closing in on an e-cigarette ban, and while Adam Sandler remains one of Netflix’s big-hitters, more Stranger Things and Queer Eye episodes are incoming. Anything else? Kano made what’s ostensibly a Microsoft Surface For Kids. (View in browser.) It’s like a Surface Go for kids. Kano unveils its first build-it-yourself Windows 10 computer Kano is graduating from Raspberry Pi boards. The company has announced a partnership with Microsoft, unveiling its first build-it-yourself computer that officially runs Windows 10. The Kano PC may look similar to its 'complete' Computer Kit Touch. All of the components, however, are different. The new machine has an 11.6-inch touchscreen, 1.44 GHz, quad core Intel Atom processor, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. It comes with a keyboard cover which looks much better than the plastic keyboard that shipped with previous Kano computers. When it all comes together, the Kano PC looks like a kid-proof Surface Go.  That’s $500 less. Microsoft is selling a cheaper 15-inch Surface Book 2 for $1,999 Because a Surface Go For Kids is for… kids, perhaps this more humbly specced Surface Book 2 is for you. This $1,999 version has 16GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD. It includes a seventh generation Intel Core i5 processor, which is a step back from the more expensive Core i7 configuration. And, like the other Core i5 Surface Book 2 models, it has Intel's integrated graphics, rather than a dedicated GPU Save your money for something nicer. Review: Amazon Fire 7 (2019) tablet The Fire 7 is the most affordable tablet in Amazon’s lineup but, unfortunately, you get what you pay for. While it has hands-free Alexa and more storage than earlier models, performance is dismal, the display is lackluster and the battery life barely lasts a whole day. We think you would be much better off saving a few extra dollars and getting the Fire HD 8. Sponsored Content by Stack Commerce A lifetime of Mondly's language training is just $59 today Juul is in the crosshairs of city supervisors. San Francisco set to become first US city to ban e-cigarettes San Francisco might be the first US city to ban sales of e-cigarettes, as well as halting the manufacturing and distribution of them on city property. In a preliminary vote, city supervisors unanimously approved a ban on e-cigarettes. The ban could have a big impact on Juul, perhaps the best-known e-cigarette brand. Its headquarters are in the city's port, and it has already butted heads with officials several times.  You can watch our show in 4K on YouTube. Upscaled: Why your Avengers UHD Blu-rays aren’t actually 4K An open secret of the film industry is that almost no film is really produced in true 4K. Even for movies and shows shot with 6K or 8K cinema cameras, nearly every finished film was edited at standard HD resolution, and then artificially enlarged to 4K. With all the buzz around high-res footage, why do filmmakers work this way, and should you even bother with 4K content? Chris Schodt explains. But only for certain 9th generation Core CPUs. Intel's Performance Maximizer tool overclocks CPUs with one click Intel has launched a new feature designed to make overclocking more straightforward. Called the Intel Performance Maximizer, the tool examines your processor's individual settings, then uses what Intel calls "hyper-intelligent automation" to tweak them for a performance boost. No dry ice required. But wait, there's more... 1. Adam Sandler's 'Murder Mystery' breaks Netflix viewing records 2. 'Human Fall Flat' lands on iOS and Android June 26th 3. The new Kindle Oasis adjusts its screen color to the time of day 4. NASA's Deep Space Atomic Clock leaves Earth on June 24th 5. Apple's Voice Control is important for accessibility, and you 6. What's coming to Netflix in July: 'Stranger Things' and 'Queer Eye' 7. Tesla's Superchargers: The company's killer app 8. Hasselblad's X1D II mirrorless camera is faster and more affordable

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Editor's Pick: Customizing for Your Customers: How Headless Commerce Is Driving Change

Customizing for Your Customers: How Headless Commerce Is Driving Change

Sara Hicks Jun 19, 2019 5:00 AM PT
	The future is headless. As the world of commerce continues to mature, today's most successful retailers have one thing in common: They're getting better and better at meeting their customers whenever, wherever, and however they want to shop. The number of possible commerce touchpoints has grown exponentially, which means having a holistic commerce mindset is critical for survival. [More...]

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Facebook's Libra Cryptocurrency May Revolutionize E-Commerce Facebook has released details about Libra, its long-rumored cryptocurrency. The company outlined plans "for a new decentralized blockchain, a low-volatility cryptocurrency, and a smart contract platform that together aim to create a new opportunity for responsible financial services innovation." The aim is to help people worldwide gain access to a cheaper, more connected global financial system. [More...]

Thinking Different at Salesforce Connections Salesforce has a genius way of putting people at ease and opening their minds before any of the company's representatives say a word about product. People who study neuropsychology point to the importance of ensuring that the audience's prefrontal cortexes are wide open and ready to transact ideas. Over the years Salesforce has opened minds by discussing philanthropy and it has worked brilliantly. [More...]

Instagram Targets Account Hijacking Account hijacking has become a nettlesome problem at Instagram so it has decided to do something about it. The social media company has begun testing a simpler method for users to reclaim their compromised accounts. It allows users locked out of their hacked accounts to ask for a six-digit code to be sent to the email address or phone number originally used to open the account. [More...]

Cisco's Take on Making the World a Better Place I attended Cisco Live last week, and one of the things that impressed me was how many amazing things the company has been doing that have nothing to do with products, services or revenue. Most companies have a philanthropic budget and donate, but they don't really seem to care if the money makes a difference. For most, philanthropy is more about uplifting their image than making a difference. [More...]

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Facebook is launching its own cryptocurrency

It's Wednesday, June 19, 2019. Hey, good morning! Happy Wednesday to you. If you’re a Firefox user, update your browser. We’ll wait. If you’re into crypto, read up on Facebook’s own take on digital currency (and explain it to me if you could). If you’re into Quidditch and hippogryphs, then get hyped for the Harry Potter take on Pokémon Go' -- it lands on Friday. In short, it’s a choose-your-own Morning After to brighten up your hump day.  And the Calibra wallet launches in 2020.   Facebook’s Libra currency gets backing from MasterCard, Visa, PayPal and more   Facebook's Calibra wallet will use a brand new cryptocurrency, Libra. The cryptocurrency will be governed by the Libra Association -- a purpose-built, independent non-profit headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. As of today, the Libra Association has 28 co-founders, including MasterCard, PayPal, Visa, eBay, Spotify, Uber, Lyft, Vodafone Group, Andreessen Horowitz, and of course, Facebook.  Eventually, Facebook said, it wants to offer more services for people and businesses, including the ability to easily pay bills, buy a cup of coffee with the scan of a code and use it to ride public transit without the need for cash or a physical pass. House Financial Services Committee Chairwoman Maxine Waters has issued a statement calling on Facebook to pause development of Libra until Congress and regulatory bodies have had a chance to review it. By ‘right now’ we mean five minutes ago.   You should update Firefox right now to fix a critical bug   If you have Firefox on your computer, you should update it right now. Mozilla has released security updates Firefox 67.0.3 and Firefox ESR 60.7.1 to fix a critical bug, which it says hackers are actively exploiting to take control of vulnerable systems.    The AR game will first become available in the US and the UK. 'Harry Potter: Wizards Unite' AR game launches on June 21st Looking to replicate the major (and cultural phenomenon) of Pokémon Go, Niantic’s Harry Potter game is almost here. Harry Potter fans in Australia and New Zealand had the chance to take the beta version of the game for a spin when Niantic chose the regions as its testing grounds back in May, but the game will only come out in the US and the UK on Friday, marking the beginning of a worldwide rollout.  Sponsored Content by Stack Commerce Aura Premium uses the power of AI to help you meditate Uh-oh.   Google Calendar crashed yesterday   Visitors to Google Calendar on desktop began receiving a 404 error around 10AM ET. By the time things were restored in the afternoon we’d pretty much given up on keeping our plans for the day organized and resolved to come back strong on Wednesday -- how’d you do?   Free to play, until Nintendo takes it down.   Fan-made 'Mario Royale' pits you against 74 speedrunners   Battle Royale everywhere. A programmer and video game streamer going by the handle Inferbro has hacked together a web-based multiplayer version of Super Mario Bros. that challenges up to 75 people to finish the first stage of the classic game as quickly as possible. The fittingly named Mario Royale is available to play online in your favorite browser right now, but you better get a few runs in while you can -- Nintendo will probably squash it very soon. Like an El Cami-Nikolai.   YouTuber known for 'shitty robots' turns Tesla Model 3 into pickup truck   YouTuber and inventor Simone Giertz needed a truck to carry materials for her creations, but didn't want a gas-guzzling pickup. So the 28-year-old robotics enthusiast decided to buy herself a brand spanking new Tesla Model 3, carve out the back seat and the trunk, and perform a bunch of other mods to the $35,000 vehicle that will make some of the Musk faithful wince. Fortunately, she documented the entire messy process in a 31-minute YouTube video. Look on with horror or admiration. And if you’re not into hacking apart your beloved ride, you can always play a game on the dash screen. But wait, there's more... 1. Google reveals plans to build 20,000 Bay Area homes 2. PCI Express 6 spec promises massive headroom for AI and storage 3. The best multi-effects pedal for new guitarists 4. Westwood's 1997 'Blade Runner' is playable again on PC 5. Palm is selling an unlocked version of its tiny, pointless smartphone 6. Samsung's Galaxy Note 10 launch reportedly planned for August 7th

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E-Commerce Minute: Tuesday -- June 18, 2019

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Walmart Ups the Ante in Grocery Delivery Competition
The New Era of E-Commerce Personalization
Retailers' Most Common Cloud Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Can Brands Protect Privacy While Personalizing?
Internet's Crowds Stunting Its Growth: Trends Report

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Walmart Ups the Ante in Grocery Delivery Competition
Walmart has a new weapon in the grocery delivery wars. Online shoppers
can subscribe to a $98-per-year "Delivery Unlimited" plan that aims to
siphon customers from Amazon's Whole Foods and Target's home delivery
programs. Online grocery shopping is growing steadily as a key revenue
generator and customer draw. The food division was critical in boosting
Walmart's e-commerce performance in Q1.
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86084.html

The New Era of E-Commerce Personalization
A personalized shopping experience gives e-commerce sites an edge, and
businesses increasingly have been seeking ways to welcome their
customers. "Every business should make their customers feel like they
are the most important customer in the world," said Rob Maille, head of
strategy and customer experience at CommerceCX. "To do that you need to
know and anticipate their wants and needs."
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86081.html

Retailers' Most Common Cloud Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
It's easy to understand why so many retail organizations have moved
their infrastructure to the cloud. Cloud-based architecture allows
provisioning nearly infinite compute instances on-demand in minutes.
There is no need for upfront licensing or infrastructure costs, meaning
a faster ROI can usually be realized. Best of all are the unmatched
agility and scalability of the cloud.
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86080.html

Can Brands Protect Privacy While Personalizing?
I sometimes think personalization is the best thing that happened to
humankind in terms of marketing. As a consumer, I love getting
suggestions on what to buy, especially when it's exactly what I need.
Sometimes I feel as though I'm under constant surveillance, however, so
I turn on my ad blockers, I surf in private mode, and I report ads that
are not relevant to me.
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86079.html

Internet's Crowds Stunting Its Growth: Trends Report
More than half the world's population -- 3.8 billion people -- have
access to the Internet and that may not be a good thing for business,
according to digital savant Mary Meeker's Internet Trends 2019 report.
Global Internet user growth has slowed to 6 percent year over year, down
from 7 percent, noted the Bond Capital general partner. The Asia-Pacific
region leads in both users and potential.
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/86073.html

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