Rest of the Day: Opera Browser Gets Built-in Ad Blocker
The Opera desktop browser actively participates in the ad-blocking game by enabling its own ad blocker, and no third-party applications are required. And Apple finally announced its next launch event later this month.
- Opera just updated its desktop browser for Windows and OS X with built-in ad blocking functionality . They claim it’s “45% faster compared to browsing on Google Chrome with the AdBlock Plus extension.” It’s still on the dev channel, so there might be some bugs, but it’s already available for download. [Opera Blog]
- Apple’s long-rumored March event has been officially announced on the 21st. What to expect? Smaller budget iPhone and iPad Pro. The invitation reads “ Let us silence you, ” which is really thought-provoking. Loops? A fresh take on hula hoop? (You know, for children!) There is something to think about. [Gizmodo]
- The Google Nest thermostat can now detect whether you are at home or not. This is important for a smart thermostat to know! The app update additionally tracks the location of your phone so that your magic robot home has the appropriate temperature when you are around. [The Verge]
- One of the founders of Youtube just launched a food-themed live video platform called Nom . In the future, everyone will become a famous chef for fifteen minutes. [PR Newswire]