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MacBook Pro vs. 2-in-1 detachable Surface Book – Best and Long-Lasting Device Comparison

The Surface Book is not a tablet which can turn into a laptop but a laptop that has a detachable keyboard, so it is different from the Surface Pro 4, the tablet which can be connected to a Type Cover. On the other hand, the MacBook Pro is a notebook which has a Retina display, representing the smaller version which was released a few years ago.

Which one do you think it’s better? The MacBook Pro, which comes with a Force Touch trackpad or the more expensive Surface Book, which also supports pen functions?

First, let’s talk about design. The Surface Book comes with a sleek exterior made from a silver magnesium alloy. By using a special hinge, you can attach the removable display to the keyboard. This hinge impresses through flexibility and balance maintenance.

The Macbook Pro looks similar to the previous models in terms of design. The exterior is made from aluminum, its edges are slim and the corners curved. In order to avoid it becoming obsolete or boring, the design should improve a bit.

The MacBook Pro offers 2 USB 3.0 ports, an SD card slot, 2 Thunderbolt 2 ports and an HDMI port, while the Surface Book ships with a MiniDisplay port, 2 USB 3.0 ports, an SD card slot and  Surface Connect port through which it can connect to the optional Surface Dock.

The displays are similar in size, the Pro’s measuring 13.3 inches, while the Surface Book’s has 13.5 inches. When it comes to color representation, Surface Book’s capabilities are better, reproducing 98.5 percent of the sRGB color gamut, as opposed to the Pro’s lower percentage of 91.2.

The Book comes with Intel’s sixth generation i5, while the Macbook uses the fifth generation. Still, on the Geekbench 3 performance test, the Macbook beat Surface, having the score of 7113 as opposed to the Book’s 6814. The battery life is similar, both averaging 12 hours of lifespan.

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Gmail vs. Outlook – Who Wins the Battle Between the Biggest Email Services

Right now, the most widely used email service is probably Gmail. However, because there are only a few of such services in competition, the battle for the top rank is definitely a fierce one. Gmail’s closest contender is Microsoft’s Outlook, which incorporated Hotmail recently, which was one of the most popular email options at its time.

At this time, Gmail and Outlook share over one billion users and both of them provide a way of managing emails that is really similar, although there are some really distinct features, as you can imagine.

Gmail

Google’s email service represents maybe the most user-friendly option which is also easy on your internet connection. Gmail can be accessed even when you don’t have a strong signal, allowing you to log in to your account and read your emails, thanks to its incredible and lightweight minimal design.

Its remarkably useful filtering options will let you view your emails in a bunch of different ways. Your received messages can be automatically sorted, according to their type. You will be able to choose between Primary, Social and Promotions. This automatic sorting saves an incredible amount of time for those that receive hundreds or even thousands of emails.

Outlook

Microsoft’s product is preferred by users who look for organization and familiarity. People who used Outlook for several years find no reason to abandon it and switch to another service. Recently, Outlook changed its appearance too, option for the Blue and White theme with nice clean lines, representing something cleaner and easier on the eyes.

Outlook also features plenty of organizational tools. You have mail, conversations grouping and virtual folders which will allow you to keep a clutter-free inbox. Its flexible search feature will allow you to find whichever email you might want, just by using the subject, recipient or even a word as your search criteria.

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Crypto News

Iran Legalizes Crypto Mining, Causing Bitcoin (BTC) To Surge To $24,000 on Exir Crypto Exchange

The Iranian government publicly recognized crypto mining as an activity that forms part of the financial industry. The announcements were released on Tuesday, September 4th by Iran’s National Cyberspace Council. Consequently, Bitcoin (BTC) surged to $24,000 on Exir crypto exchange.

The recognition of cryptocurrency mining as a lawful activity in Iran comes from the ministries of Communications and Information Technology, Industry, Mining and Trade, Energy, Economic Affairs and Finance. These institutions, in conjunction with the Central Bank of Iran, are responsible for building the legal framework that will serve to regulate the mining activity in Iran.

Abolhasan Firoozabad, the secretary of the National Council of Cyberspace, said in an interview that the legal framework for crypto mining activity is still under construction and that “no final decisions have been taken,” but they plan to present the bill by September 22nd.

At the moment, no draft has been publicly presented that would allow the growing Iranian Bitcoin (BTC) ecosystem to know what the possible measures would be implemented.

Bitcoin (BTC) price surged to $24,000 on Exir thanks to the Iranian government’s acceptance of crypto mining

In April of this year, the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) outlawed the use of Bitcoin (BTC) across Iran, considering it to be a tool for money laundering. As a result, the country’s crypto exchange platforms lost the banking support of the national financial institutions.

However, this restriction was limited, but not eliminated, as the exchange of Iranian Real (IRR) for Bitcoin (BTC) is now possible on peer-to-peer platforms such as LocalBitcoins. On the other hand, Exir, another crypto exchange platform, noted that government recognition of crypto mining in Iran triggered the price of Bitcoin (BTC) to surge to about $24,000 (in IRR) on its portal.

Iran’s new decisions regarding the cryptocurrency ecosystem, as well as the plan on releasing a national crypto token, would function as a mechanism to circumvent the economic sanctions imposed against the country from the United States.

So far, no official information is known about the upcoming Iranian national cryptocurrency, but rumors pointed out to Hyperledger Fabric as the underlying technology for Iran’s token.

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Goldman Sachs Postpones Its Plans On Launching Its Cryptocurrency Exchange Platform, Blaming the Unclear Regulatory Framework

The New York banking and investment group Goldman Sachs put aside its plans to trade cryptocurrencies, alleging that the regulatory framework for cryptos remains unclear, according to a press report released recently. However, Goldman Sachs, which would be preparing a cryptocurrency exchange platform, would have placed the project on its low priority list.

Goldman Sachs postpones its plans on launching a cryptocurrency exchange platform

According to Business Insider, Goldman Sachs would still be interested in participating in the cryptocurrencies market but, for now, its focus would be on other projects, such as designing a cryptocurrency custody service.

“In response to customers’ interest in various digital products, we are exploring the best way to serve them in this space. At this time, we have not concluded the goal of our offer,” an unidentified Goldman Sachs spokesman said.

This news confirms, to some extent, that Goldman Sachs’ customers have interest in cryptocurrencies, but the financial institution would offer such services only as an alternative that complies with the established regulatory framework surrounding cryptos.

Goldman Sachs is exploring the benefits of its emergence in the cryptocurrencies market since January

In January of this year, the bank denied press reports claiming that they were working to open a cryptocurrency exchange platform.

At that time it was Lloyd Blankfein, CEO of Goldman Sachs, who stated that “the company would have more openness to this type of investments whenever our clients request them.”

Last April it was also reported that Goldman Sachs hired an expert in crypto trading, Justin Schmidt, to explore the benefits of a Goldman Sachs crypto trading platform, which the financial institution is now postponing on the grounds of lack of cryptocurrency regulations clarity.

Is evident that Goldman Sachs is taking steps to get into the cryptocurrency universe, but, according to the latest information in this direction, the New York-based financial institution postponed its plans on releasing its own cryptocurrency exchange platform.

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Xbox Adaptive Controller Launched By Microsoft For Gamers With Reduced Mobility

Microsoft has released yesterday the Xbox Adaptive Controller for Xbox One and PC, which simplifies the buttons and control of the console controller and is dedicated to gamers with reduced mobility. The new Xbox Adaptive Controller, which Microsoft first presented last May, can now be purchased from the official Microsoft store.

Microsoft launched the new Xbox Adaptive Controller for gamers with reduced mobility

Microsoft developed this new controller after collaborating with players with reduced mobility, while The AbleGamers Charity, The Cerebral Palsy Foundation, Craig Hospital, Special Effect, and Warfighter Engaged have also participated in the development process of the Xbox Adaptive Controller.

It features a black and white design that is larger than the usual Xbox controller and features two large circular buttons that can be programmed according to the player’s needs. The new peripheral has a reduced number of buttons, and it also eliminated the triggers on the back of the regular Xbox controllers, making it possible for gamers with reduced mobility to use placed on a table.

The new Xbox Adaptive Controller was released yesterday and is available on Microsoft Store.

Xbox Adaptive Controller is compatible with Xbox One consoles and Windows 10 computers, as well

To offer more possibilities to people with mobility issues, the new Xbox Adaptive Controller includes several additional ports that allow you to connect speakers or headphones directly to it, but also other control devices such as external buttons or joysticks. In this regard, Microsoft developed the new controller with two USB ports for thumb controls, a USB-C for charging, and a total of 20 3.5-mm jacks for speakers and additional peripherals with different functions.

Xbox Adaptive Controller is sold in a special cardboard package designed specifically for gamers with reduced mobility, which is easier and quicker to open. Microsoft’s new peripheral is designed for Xbox One video games consoles, as well as for computers running Windows 10 operating system.

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