BBC iPlayer will require a TV licence from September

The licence fee is a divisive topic in the UK. Some Brits feel it’s an expensive and outdated form of funding, penalising viewers that rarely want to watch its programming. Others believe it’s the cornerstone of the BBC, freeing the broadcaster from a “race to the bottom” driven by advertising and viewership figures. The licence fee, the argument goes, is the reason why the BBC holds such a stellar reputation...

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BBC iPlayer will require a TV licence from September

The licence fee is a divisive topic in the UK. Some Brits feel it’s an expensive and outdated form of funding, penalising viewers that rarely want to watch its programming. Others believe it’s the cornerstone of the BBC, freeing the broadcaster from a “race to the bottom” driven by advertising and viewership figures. The licence fee, the argument goes, is the reason why the BBC holds such a stellar reputation...

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Apple Introduces 9.7-inch iPad Pro

Watch the film Watch the keynote iPad Pro is more than the next generation of iPad — it’s an uncompromising vision of personal computing for the modern world. It puts incredible power that leaps past most portable PCs at your fingertips. It makes even complex work as natural as touching, swiping, or writing with a pencil. And whether you choose the 12.9-inch model or the new 9.7-inch model, iPad Pro is more capable, versatile, and...

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You can cut this display with scissors

The existing design only displays in one color and has a limited display area. It’s easy to see the practical purposes even now, though. You could make your own clothes with integrated displays, or craft smart wearables that fit the exact shape of your wrist. The researchers also envision a world where you could change the colors of car interiors, sunglasses and windows thanks to displays that fit just about anything. Any such...

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You can cut this display with scissors

The existing design only displays in one color and has a limited display area. It’s easy to see the practical purposes even now, though. You could make your own clothes with integrated displays, or craft smart wearables that fit the exact shape of your wrist. The researchers also envision a world where you could change the colors of car interiors, sunglasses and windows thanks to displays that fit just about anything. Any such...

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