Rest of the Day: Netflix Will Offer 4K Video on Select Windows PCs
Netflix will start offering 4K streaming on select PCs starting this week. High-definition videos will only be available if you have the latest 7th Gen Intel Core processor. Why now? The Return of the Gilmore Girls. About this and much more in today’s news.
- You also need to use Microsoft Edge browser to stream 4K Netflix videos. And the 7th Gen Intel Kaby Lake processors offer hardware decryption of the popular 4K video codec, which is why they are essential for the ultra-high definition Gilmore Girls. Otherwise, you can access 4K shows through compatible devices like the latest Roku or Chromecast Ultra. (The difference between a good 1080p video and a 4K video is very subtle in my opinion, so you really don’t want to miss the opportunity.) [Windows Blog]
- In other news, Apple is discontinuing its AirPort Wi-Fi routers. They are quietly shutting down the device development division and transferring engineers to other divisions, Bloomberg reported. Routers have not been updated since 2013 and represent only a small fraction of Apple’s sales, while new competitors such as Google and Eero have released their own routers. [Bloomberg]
- Apple is offering replacements for a small number of iPhone 6s phones that randomly shut down. If you think this may affect your device, contact Apple here . [PCWorld]
- Uber has a new feature that allows you to complement your driver in the app . Possible compliments include “cool car” and “cool music”. Your driver will be thrilled when they see a cool sticker on their profile. [Uber Newsroom]
- Not Recommended Life Hack: Using the drone as a cooking tool for Thanksgiving . [Gizmodo]