This has been an ongoing mess for some time now and finally we may have it settled which is going to be great news for consumers in the coming years.Everything is not quite final just yet but its good news regardless.
The “Fair Usage Policy” is still present though,this is something which alone is not clear cut here with terms and conditions,the same as the term “Unlimited” both these terms go hand in hand so be careful to read your contracts before purchase..The is an ever increasing pattern of “Bill Shock” still here with people not understanding data limits and what consumes it..
“Net Neutrality” is also a topic at hand in which operators will be treat all traffic the same providing internet access .
This all applies to the EU zone but as to outside the EU there is still not much happening there where the networks make big money if you go over you set limit or purchase a bundled prior arrival.From April charges no more than 5c per minute of outgoing calls, 2c per text and 5c per MB of data this is excluding V.A.T
This has been a slow painful process and another 2 year wait is pretty much a downer for most and it gives the networks plenty of time to think some more and become more competitive,perhaps not…..
The project is the first to implement system in accordance with EU ITS directive
HERE, a leader in mapping, navigation and location services, has been selected by Finnish traffic agencies to lead a pilot project to enable vehicles to communicate safety hazards to others on the road.
The pilot, which will start in 2016, intends to assess the capability of current and emerging mobile network and location cloud technologies in supporting the timely communication of critical safety information, such as black ice or an animal on the road, sudden traffic build-up, or an accident.
In this pilot, to test the capability of the proposed technology architecture, drivers will voluntarily share notifications about safety hazards and changing road conditions initially via a smartphone. The aim, however, is that this architecture would later also support low-latency communication, via a cloud, of data generated by a vehicle’s on-board sensors and the surrounding road infrastructure to other vehicles and smart devices on the road.
According to a recent forecast from automotive technology research firm SBD, by 2020 there will be some 33 million vehicles sold annually with built-in connectivity, generating more than 163 million terabytes of data each year via their on-board cameras and sensors. When shared across the road network using 4G/LTE and future 5G network technologies, these data could be utilized by vehicles to give them an awareness of road conditions beyond the reach of their sensors, and thus enable the driver or the vehicle itself to better plan driving maneuvers. 5G technology raises the prospect of road hazard warnings being communicated via the cloud to relevant vehicles in a fraction of a second.
HERE is tasked by the Finnish Transport Agency (FTA) and Trafi, the Finnish Transport Safety Agency, to lead the pilot, called Coop, and will work together with traffic information management service company Infotripla in implementing it. The project will be the first to implement a road hazard warning messaging system as described in the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Directive set out by the EU. This particular pilot does not require the deployment of any additional roadside infrastructure, such as DSRC (Dedicated Short Range Communications) equipment, although HERE is pursuing an agnostic approach with its technologies that will allow for connections with other infrastructure if required.
George Filley, who heads HERE’s Digital Transportation Infrastructure program, said: “With this project, we will explore how technology within our reach today could make driving safer as cars get connected. There will be enormous amounts of data generated by a car’s on-board sensors that can be collected, analyzed and shared with others on the road. An important piece of the puzzle is to figure out how to provide relevant, low-latency information to the right people at the right time, and that is a problem we believe we can solve.
Alain Dunoyer, Head of the Safe Car division of SBD, the automotive technology research firm, said: “The technology exists to identify road hazards with increasing levels of accuracy – it is great to see Finland partnering with a technology leader like HERE to take the next step of ensuring this information reaches a broader population of drivers who will benefit from this life-saving information the most.”
The first phase of the pilot will focus on ensuring the technical maturity of the system. The second phase begins in the first half of 2016 on the E18 highway, the main road between Helsinki and Turku, as well as the Ring I and Ring III highways in the Greater Helsinki area, with initially up to 1,000 drivers expected to take part. The pilot phase is expected to complete by the end of 2017.
HERE has been developing location cloud technology for several years, and currently provides content and services via the cloud – including maps, routing and real-time traffic information – to automotive and Internet companies as well as government transportation agencies.
In a related effort, HERE is developing next generation high definition (HD) and live maps to power a new class of driver experiences globally, including deployment in highly automated vehicles in 2018. To help accelerate the deployment of a live map for vehicles, HERE last weekpublished an interface specification that defines how sensor data gathered by vehicles on the road can be ingested by a cloud. HERE intends for this interface specification to become a standardized way for vehicles to send to the cloud the rich variety of data gathered by their on-board sensors. With a standard interface specification, the data generated would be analogous regardless of vehicle manufacturer and could be pooled, processed and analyzed quickly to create an enhanced view of road and traffic conditions.
Free School Book Covering and Delivery with Parcel Motel from The Book Haven
Ireland’s specialist online school book shop, the Book Haven, have partnered with Parcel Motel to provide free deliveries and covering for school books to parents across the country this summer*.
The BookHaven provide a full range of primary and secondary school books on their website so you can make an early saving on your school books and give your children a head start this summer!
It couldn’t be easier, just select and purchase your books then choose your preferred Parcel Motel in the delivery options.
*Free school book covering for all Parcel Motel customers until July 28th when you order your school books from www.bookhaven.ie and enter the code FB05 at the checkout.
Click to buy your primary and secondary school books today.
WordKik Parental Control is a new android application to help parents tackle on-line cyber bullying and more. WordKik is the first android application which notifies parents if their children are using bad language on their smart phones and tablets,WordKik is based in Dublin too which is great to hear..kids today have now easy access to phones and tablets and they need some form of protection and here is a great solution,this will give parents some extra sense of security and its also a good start to implement more ideas in the future.
WordKik is a start up, creating software tools to help parents in their busy lives. Founded in 2014, by Ferdows Sanehi and his brother Behzad Sanehi they are both engineering students from ITB and DIT in Dublin Ireland. Their Marketing specialist is Matthew Mc Callion. They have a passion for creating family friendly products.
WordKik offers an overall solution for parents who are worried about their child’s online activities. The parent will never need to go through their child’s phone or tablet. WordKik gives busy parents a great tool to keep their child safe without taking away their child’s privacy. Unlike other competitors our app is 100% free for extra features parents have the option to upgrade..
Parents are instantly notified when their children are uses profane language on their social networking apps, as well as the internet.WordKik also notifies you when your child goes onto an inappropriate website. When adult content is detected the child’s browser is automatically locked. This prevents your child from seeing pornography and violence.
Other features include : Geo-location tracking of your child’s devices. Locking/unlocking individual apps on your child’s phone or tablet. Time locking of your child’s device
We sent our reporter down to a trendy cafe in Dublin’s city centre to meet Leo Sherlock, the Director of TheLiberal.ie
Sherlock, a 33-yr-old online entrepreneur, has spearheaded The Liberal, a news website that has garnered over 200,000 Facebook followers quicker than any other Irish website has ever done before! They’ve over 1.5 million readers a month, a strong team, nationally recognised brand and very active public forums on their website and social media pages.
Photo: TheLiberal.ie
Our reporter put the businessman through his paces to find out exactly how he managed such a feat.”
The Liberal is Irelands fastest growing news websites in Ireland and we had some time to chat to Leo Sherlock so here is a tell all about the Liberal.ie sit back and enjoy the read.
1: What is TheLiberal.ie – what’s the vision/ambition for it?
The Liberal is the newest, fastest growing and one of the biggest news websites in Ireland. I’ve always been interested in the media world – how it operates, the way in which the media can help to shine a light on particular topics of concern, encourage people to express themselves and really take an interest in the type of society they want to live in.
With the advent of the internet, and the decline of traditional media, an online publication was the obvious step. I like the idea of being able to reflect what’s happening in the country at a given moment without having to wait for tomorrow’s headlines. For example, The Liberal has been very involved in providing reports and opinions on the ongoing crisis at Irish Water, and it’s been very encouraging to see how eager people are to get involved in a debate like that.
The Liberal is made up of a fusion of technology, media and politics/current affairs. I’ve always loved technology, and always knew that’s what I wanted to be involved in. From an early age, I knew I wanted to be self-employed. When I got my first computer at 13, I spent hours teaching myself how to program and master various computer languages, from there, I moved on to Web Design in college and instantly connected best with it.
Photo: TheLiberal.ie
2: How is it different from other online news sites?
The site takes its name from the true meaning of classical liberalism. It’s a news, discussion, and opinion site that offers news analysis of current affairs in Ireland and abroad. It tackles contentious subjects and enables a platform for people to voice their opinion on controversial topics that were not previously being covered in the media. Its aim is to bring to the fore topics that either weren’t being discussed or were too unbalanced, without being chastised or branded in doing so.
Photo: TheLiberal.ie
4: You have great traction on social media, how was this achieved?
There are obviously some strategies that all new entities use to establish their place in the market – some initial investment in publicity, making use of promotional tools on Facebook and other online platforms. That has helped us certainly. But I think the real reason The Liberal has grown so quickly in such a short period of time is that it really is something new. For a long time, the Irish media world has been sorely lacking a place where different opinions can be aired. We’ve heard people talking about “groupthink” – where every publication gives the same opinion, almost as if they’re afraid to say something that might be considered mildly controversial or even different. I think that’s really contributed to the decline of the public’s interest in some regard – there’s a sense that if you know what certain commentators are going to say, there’s really no need to read their article or buy their publication. The Liberal isn’t like that. We’re not afraid to post opinions that will generate real debate and the public respect us for it. I’ve always felt that the Irish public are extremely intelligent, but they’re often not credited with that intelligence by the rest of the media. They have a whole range of opinions on every subject under the sun, and The Liberal gives them a place to really get involved, listen to some new thoughts on old subjects, and then make up their own mind on how they feel.
5: Who are the people behind the venture?
Right from the beginning, we’ve had no problem getting people involved with The Liberal. There’s been huge interest and we’re literally inundated with people who want to write for us. I’m more inclined to let things develop organically at the moment because that suits the nature of the site. It’s something which has really grown out of a public interest for a different way of doing things. So we welcome contributions from writers who have something to say. At the same time, we have a number of reporters who keep us up to the minute with current news stories from Ireland and around the world.
Photo: TheLiberal.ie
6: Do you accept contributions from other writers, and if so, what topics would be of interest?
We welcome contributions from writers, particularly opinion pieces. The Liberal has rapidly become acknowledged as the go-to publication for alternative views. We offer our readers something that wasn’t on the table before, a different angle, a different vision, and interesting opinions with compelling arguments.
7: What is the site’s business model?
The site is quite unique in the sense that we revolutionised the growing stage of a website. We strategically used social media to quickly grow our readership and thus became a nationally known entity within 6 months. Our Facebook page currently stands at 180,000 and rising weekly. We paved our own way rather than follow suit. So far – so good!
A combination of things has helped us get to where we are. Our team, our articles and our strategy have ensured we feature daily on NewsWhip.com – the website that shows the most read and shared articles in the country.
8. You say you’re a “social media newswire” – explain?
The Liberal prides itself on being the first of its kind to be such a newswire in Ireland. I realised a few years ago that the trend for websites, but specifically for online newspapers in America, that people were flocking in their droves to the news site via a link presented to them on social media. Twitter remains part of this game, but Facebook really is and will always be the King. Again, I realised that people wanted to be part of a public forum, a group, not only to voice their own opinion, but to see what others thought too.
The Liberal has managed to successfully cover all these quarters. People see a news story or article in their newsfeed; they tap into it, read the article and comment about it on the website itself, Facebook or Twitter page. It’s an efficient, perfect formula and it works brilliantly.
9: You “come from a right-of-centre/libertarian standpoint”. Do you think the libertarian view of things is under represented in Ireland?
Yes, before TheLiberal.ie was launched, there really was no publication offering the views we espouse. The media in Ireland, generally speaking, stems from a leftist position – which is fine, only that we rightly felt it didn’t encompass many people’s views. The Liberal has filled the void. We are officially the fastest growing website in the country and have a range of ideas and avenues which we’re currently developing. 10: What are your own favourite sites and platforms, and what kind of people/writers inform your thinking on matters?
Obviously Facebook is the most extraordinary platform of my generation. It is arguably the most dramatic development in communications since the printing press. It has superseded any previous or subsequent social media platform. The ability to ‘like’ a page and potentially become friends with somebody on that page, perhaps from a remote place on the other side of the world, is fascinating. People also tend to use Facebook under their own identity, where Twitter has a tendency to be ruined by a growing minority of trolls. I find the sharing nature of Facebook to be quite infectious, and we have used this to great benefit with The Liberal.
11. What locations does your business operate out of?
Although we meet every week, the beauty of an online business is that can virtually be just as much part of the team and have just as big of an input from a virtual terminal. It is a modern day phenomenon and it works perfectly for the type of industry TheLiberal.ie is part of.
Photo: TheLiberal.ie
12. Describe yourself and your definition of success:
I’m a self-starter, I’m blessed with great self-belief and that stems from constantly looking at a positive scenario, even if that means to move on if necessary from one project to the next. I don’t give up on things; it goes against my way of thinking, my nature.
I qualified in Software Development from DKIT, and for my final year, I was elected as head of the Students’ Union. That sabbatical year was really great for developing my business to business skills and getting thrown into the corporate world at a young age. It was a perfect learning curve for business deals, meetings, schedules and generally self-starting and making things happen.
13. What’s your definition of success?
I believe life throws adversity at you every single day – but being successful in life and indeed in business, depends entirely on how you deal with that adversity. If the idea is good, stick with it, drive yourself on, deal with the problems and keep pushing through all the unforeseen issues. You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start, to create something great.
14. What does it take to be an entrepreneur?
I think there are two types of people in corporate world. Those who want to direct and those who want direction. There are great assets and traits to both types of people, and the trick to success for either person is to realise which category they fall into. Both can strive on success, enjoy goals and challenges, but if you’re an entrepreneur – you must be willing to go the extra step, accept that the buck lies with you, and realise early on that for your business to be a success – it really is whether you’re willing to do what it takes. There’s no real way around it, it takes a lot of work, long arduous but rewarding days, be able to work under immense pressure and be willing to accept that you’ll juggle 10 or more things at once every single day.
There’s no 5pm finish – you clock off when the job’s done. You must be willing to accept defeat as much as you expect success. The person who can take or leave their business will always be the winner. Drive, passion, determination mixed with a great knowledge of your chosen business – all those traits and characteristics are what it takes to be an entrepreneur.
15. What’s the future for The Liberal?
Solidifying The Liberal’s position in its marketplace is top priority at the moment. We’re also putting the finishing touches to our new Business Directory section called “TheLiberal.ie Business Directory”. It’s an exciting time for The Liberal team and I’m very much looking forward to the future.
We would like to thank Leo for having a chat about The Liberal.ie and we wish them all the success they deserve in the future.
Yes folks we have an extra second to add to our lives but we will not notice it and its set to be a mini Y2-K.
This has all to do with the Atomic clock to keep things in line around the world but as mentioned nobody will notice it,unless you are die hard clockwatcher perhaps. Wait a sec I hear you say ??
USA Today writes
A “leap second” will be added on June 30 at midnight Coordinated Universal Time (or 8 p.m. EDT). Leap seconds are added occasionally to help keep the atomic clock synced up with the earth’s rotation.
“The earth’s spin isn’t uniform, it’s not constant,” Nick Stamatakos, the chief of earth orientation parameters at the United States Naval Observatory, told USA TODAY Network.
Because of the earth’s inconsistent speed, scientists in the 1950s created an atomic clock to keep precise track of time. However, as the earth’s rotation sped up and slowed down, the atomic clock continued steadily ahead and the two time indicators grew farther apart.
Nokia Support Discussions has been axed,its been a home for me for 8 years and its now gone,there is several people who know the site so well who are still there and some have gone,friends and foe have also been made over its duration such it would the the typical nature with forums, and things have changed much over the few months and we have been part of the changeover process its now called the Microsoft Mobile Community so the relevant topics have been merged into a new home.The transition began last year here
It is a community where people come to look for help with products issues or general info/help on Microsoft related problems,there is a new look which is quite different to its previous home… its old home looked like this on the homepage listing the sections available to users and visitors alike.Yes alongside blogging we like to help out others and this forum is not the only place either..
If you log onto the old site you will be redirected to the new one and here is how to go about it.
If you have been a member of the old NOKIA SUPPORT DISCUSSIONS site you can login here with a Microsoft account,if you had an old Nokia account you can recover it HERE to sign in to the new community.
What is the community
The community helps answer your Microsoft product and service questions with responses from other knowledgeable community members.Along the way you’ll meet recognized experts in consumer software – people who use our products every day, and other new users from virtually every walk of life. Microsoft developed this community to give you the power to make Microsoft Community your own and the opportunity to see that using Microsoft products can be fun and easy.
Participating is easy and free.
When you’re ready to ask your own question, reply to someone else’s, or start a discussion, you’ll need to sign-in to Microsoft Community.Creating an account on Microsoft Community is free, easy, and a great way to join a community of people who use the same products and services that you do.
Question ?
Have a tough question? Make sure your post is specific, clear, and complete.Include any error messages, system information, and recent software or hardware changes when you post.
If you have a wad of cash just sitting there or else just a complete nutter you can grab the most expensive Apple Watch on the market and its yours for on €211,517. Thats all just €211,517,for celebs though it would be chunk change but for the fan or geek its out of your league.
What do you get then…..
Product Features:
18K solid gold Apple Watch embellished with diamonds
Sapphire Crystal Retina Display
Ceramic Back
Digital Crown
Force Touch and ceramic
Heart rate sensor, accelerometer and gyroscope
Ambient light sensor
Speaker and microphone
Wi‑Fi
Bluetooth 4.0
Up to 18 hours of battery life
Water resistant
Dimensions:
Measures approximately 4.2cm(W) x 3.59cm(H) x 1.05cm(D)
Also packing sapphire crystal retina display, a ceramic back with digital crown, force touch, a heart rate sensor alongside speaker and microphone – you’ll wonder how you never found the time to invest sooner.
Most of us are aware of the scams/phishing attempts that are going around but you would be surprised how many is not and how many get caught out,it happens daily and people make a living from it,As per usual common sense is the best way and of course there is other ways to check out these things or simply just delete the email and block.
An email just arrive today with the following attached to it…I have not seen anything like this myself before purporting to be Skype so just a heads up on the topic. So that’s it till Monday.
Skype is currently on an AWARD PROMO to better the lives of a lot USERS.
Choose a single number between the range of “#396# to #3599#” send to
us via email, along side with your Skype registered User ID, mobile or
phone number and you stand a chance of winning a wonderful prize.
