RunKeeper adds that iPhone 5s special sauce to its running app

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2013/11/07/runkeeper-adds-that-iphone-5s-special-sauce-to-its-running-app/

If you thought that Nike+ Moves was the only fitness app to quickly latch on to Apple's new M7 co-processor, think again. RunKeeper has announced that the latest update to its iOS app will now automatically track periods of activity lasting longer than 15 minutes and will also track your cadence -- letting you analyze that statistic with the same level of obsessive detail as you do your pace and elevation. If you own an iPhone that isn't a 5s, the company is throwing a bone your way too, letting you prove how grueling your morning run is by sharing route details to other users over AirDrop -- as if those incredible calf muscles weren't evidence enough.

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CIA reportedly pays to collect foreign call data from AT&T

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2013/11/07/cia-reportedly-collects-foreign-call-data-from-att-in-deal/

The NSA wields its legal authority to collect phone call data from American telecom providers, but the CIA apparently doesn't even need to apply pressure. The New York Times claims that the agency has a years-old voluntary agreement with AT&T that lets it obtain the call records of foreign suspects; the CIA pays $10 million per year in compensation. While the carrier reportedly hides identifying data for American participants, intelligence officers can demand that information as well if they get FBI subpoenas. Both AT&T and the CIA tell the Times that they're obeying the law, but that may not be very reassuring to those who want to keep their international calls private.

[Image credit: David Drexler, Flickr]

Filed under: Cellphones, Wireless, AT&T

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Source: New York Times

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Google brings KitKat keyboard, Hangouts with SMS to Play Store

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2013/11/07/google-keyboard-hangouts/

Google has put a huge emphasis on bringing many of its branded Android apps and services to the Play Store for more users to enjoy without requiring a pure Android device, and two more of them are beginning to roll out today. First up is the new Hangouts app with integrated SMS that the company promised last week, since Google fortunately appears to have overdelivered on the "coming weeks" timeframe. In addition to the much-hyped SMS and MMS integration, it also adds support for animated GIFs, device status (such as your current mood) and the ability to share your location in your conversations.

Additionally, the app for the stock Android keyboard has received an update to version 2.0, which bestows upon it many of the enhancements Nexus 5 users have already experienced; the downside is that Emoji, one of the biggest features added to the KitKat keyboard, will only be available to users with the new OS installed on their device. This admittedly won't do many people much good at the moment, but at least it'll be there waiting for you once more smartphones and tablets get the new version of Android. There are still some benefits to getting the new keyboard if you're still on Jelly Bean, such as space-aware gesture typing, rationalized punctuation that varies with your particular screen size (whether it be a smartphone or tablet) and more. We've got the download links below if your'e ready to update.

Filed under: Cellphones, Software, Mobile, Google

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Source: Google Play (keyboard), (Hangouts)

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An App-Connected Laser Tape Measure Will Never Mistake Inches For Feet

Source: http://gizmodo.com/an-app-connected-laser-tape-measure-will-never-mistake-1459713322

Sure, that laser rangefinder made short work of measuring every dimension in that room you plan to renovate. It's just too bad you jotted all those measurements down on the back of an old receipt that promptly went missing. That's why Bosch has given its new GLM 100 C laser rangefinder Bluetooth capabilities and an accompanying app so every last measurement is accurately documented.

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You'll want to go to China after watching this time-lapse video

Source: http://sploid.gizmodo.com/china-is-impossibly-beautiful-in-this-awe-inspiring-tim-1459981891/1459993159/@jesusdiaz

59 photographers in 49 cities, more than 200,000 photos, and one really awesome country: China. After you watch this incredible time-lapse, you will want to go to China and backpack for three months.

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