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Thursday, March 5th, 2020
You can now ask Google Assistant to read aloud the text on a webpage – basically turning any webpage into a podcast! The new functionality is now available on all Android phones.
Check out the video about the new Read It feature for Google Assistant in Android phones.
Nowadays we consume so much content on our tiny smartphone screen – news, articles, stories etc.
For older folks with failing eyesight, or anybody with visual or reading difficulties, Google Assistant can now read web articles on your smartphone browsers out loud.
How to have a page read aloud
When a web article is displayed on the browser in your Android phone, you can say, “Hey Google, read it” or “Hey Google, read this page” – Google Assistant will immediately read aloud the content of the web page, using a voice of your choice.
To help you follow along, your browser will automatically scroll the page and highlight words as they’re read aloud.
You can also alter the reading speed, jump forward or backwards by 30sec and 10sec respectively or skip to any part of the web page.
I’ve always wished that I could consume web content while I’m driving.
At the moment, you can only do that if it’s a podcast, or unless you just listen to the audio of a video, because you got to keep your eyes on the road while driving.
So I listen to the news or radio, or my own music while I drive.
With the ability of Google Assistant to read aloud web pages, I don’t have to postpone perusing a web article until when I can read it myself.
I can listen to it when I’m driving, or taking a bus or train (using earphones) so that I don’t have to strain my eyes reading on a moving vehicle.
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Tags:Android, assistant, Google, Internet, new arrivals, OS, software, voice
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Saturday, February 8th, 2020
GrabShare services will be temporarily suspended from 9 February, 1am.
Notification from GrabShare on its temporary suspension of service.
Due to the latest Novel Coronavirus developments, GrabShare services will be temporarily unavailable from 9 Feb, 1am until further notice.
This is a sensible and responsible move by Grab, Bravo!
Tags:coronavirus Singapore, Grab, GrabShare, Novel, transport, travel
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Friday, February 7th, 2020
Google Maps was introduced 15 years ago on 8 February, 2005. First launched on desktop, Google Maps helped users search for nearby businesses and navigate from Point A to B.
Thanks for 15 years of Google Maps!
Today, Google Maps is used by more than one billion people every month around the world.
Every month, Google Maps connects people to businesses more than nine billion times, including more than one billion phone calls and three billion requests for directions.
The new Google Maps icon to celebrate its 15th anniversary.
Before we celebrate the 15th anniversary of Google Maps tomorrow, let’s take a trip down memory lane to see how much ground Maps has covered over the years, both in Singapore and worldwide.
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Tags:anniversary, Google, maps, navigation, Street View
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Tuesday, December 10th, 2019
Google has begun providing Pixel users with functionality improvements through what they call Pixel feature drops. The first one has just arrived.
These features are already rolling out and will hit all Pixel phones (Pixel 2, 3, 3a, 4) in the coming weeks. To get them, you have to update to the latest version of Android and go to the PlayStore to start downloading the updated apps.
The Pixel feature drop is in addition to automatic updates that Google currently already provide for fixes and minor improvements.
This first feature drop includes a new way to capture portraits, easier Duo calls and automatic call screening (for those in the US).
So for Singaporeans, what’s new with the new Google Assistant in English?
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Tags:Android, assistant, Google, Pixel, upgrades
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Friday, August 30th, 2019
Grab Hitch seems to have hit some glitches within their app with users being logged into the accounts belonging to OTHER users.
Update (1742H, 30 August, 2019)
Grab Hitch has sent out the following message to its drivers to reassure them:
“Dear Hitch Driver, earlier today we experienced an issue in our system. As a result, for a brief window of time some of you were shown another driver’s details in your profile. This issue has been fixed and we’d like to assure you that at no point was your wallet compromised or at risk. We apologise for this issue. If you have any questions please reach out to us via Help Centre in the app.”
Update (1310H, 30 August, 2019)
Around 1pm, the glitch seems to have been fixed by Hitch.
Kudos to such fast rectification!
Grab Hitch user logs into somebody else’s account, views their wallet details. The right image shows some of the different user accounts that he was connected to.
First reports of the Hitch Glitch came in around noon from users in Singapore.
A Grab Hitch driver had a confirmed ride from another driver in his account. To pick up or not to pick up?
Users were logged into the accounts of OTHER users when they get into the app.
The basic profile information eg. name, email and phone number remain correct.
But other information, such as the profile photo, car make & model, car photo, license number, confirmed rides reflected that of the “other” driver.
They could see the wallet details in these other accounts as if it were their own.
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Tags:Apps, glitch, Grab, Hitch, outage, Singapore, software
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Monday, August 5th, 2019
Prudential and MyDoc are launching online doctor consultations and telemedicine services to Asian consumers.
* This story first appeared in Haleness Me.
Singapore-based MyDoc, founded in 2012, is one of the earliest telemedicine providers in Singapore.
Prudential Corporation Asia (“Prudential”) today announced it will partner with telemedicine provider MyDoc to offer consumers access to value-added health services on their mobile phones, including doctor consultations, electronic prescriptions and electronic medical certificates.
“Prudential’s partnership with MyDoc is in line with our commitment to make healthcare affordable and accessible to all. MyDoc’s telemedicine services will be part of the full cycle of healthcare and wellness services on Pulse, from wellness tracking and symptom checking to online consultations and disease prevention. By combining revolutionary health technology and the convenience of telemedicine, MyDoc and Prudential are helping to empower consumers to take control of their health, anytime, anywhere. Prudential will continue to bring the best health and wellness services to Pulse, in tandem with our local and regional partners,” said Nic Nicandrou, Chief Executive of Prudential Corporation Asia.
Prudential is a leading life insurer and asset manager in Asia with over 15 million customers and £151 billion in assets under management.
Singapore-based MyDoc, founded in 2012, is one of the earliest telemedicine providers in Singapore.
MyDoc’s services will be integrated into Pulse by Prudential, the first app of its kind in the region offering holistic health management to users.
Pulse features self-help health and wellness tools, a symptom checker powered by Artificial Intelligence, and other value-added services.
The Pulse app will launch in 11 markets across Asia, and can be downloaded for free.
MyDoc offers patients a video consultation with a doctor through Pulse, as well as the option to book a face-to-face appointment.
Electronic prescriptions, medicine delivery, electronic medical certificates and online records will be offered in selected markets as an additional service.
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Tags:doctors, healthcare, insurance, medical, MedTech, MyDoc, partnerships, Prudential, telehealth, telemedicine
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Wednesday, March 27th, 2019
GoalBetter will offer a suite of benefits – including insurance, medical teleconsultation and fuel rebates – for private-hire drivers in Singapore.
GOJEK GoalBetter launch at Andaz.
GOJEK has today unveiled GoalBetter, its dedicated benefits programme for driver-partners in Singapore.
GOJEK has been steadily rolling out its partnerships for staff benefits over the past few months.
These four partnerships with 3rd-party service providers – DBS Bank, Esso (ExxonMobil), Gigacover & Doctor Anywhere – has been bundled together under its GoalBetter programme for its driver-partners to provide all-rounded benefits for them.
Launching in an initial pilot phase to selected drivers on April 1, GoalBetter will roll out to all eligible drivers from June.
GoalBetter is built on four pillars: better earnings stability; better protection; better flexibility; and better experience.
Through partnerships with third-party service providers, GOJEK will offer its driver-partners a suite of benefits that align with GoalBetter’s four pillars.
Details below from the press release
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Tags:DBS, Doctor Anywhere, ESSO, Gigacover, GoalBetter, GoJek
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Saturday, March 2nd, 2019
With the full Singapore launch of Razer Pay coming up in H1 2019, Razer is inviting fans and gamers to join the app’s beta phase by applying for access here.
Beta access opening soon for Razer fans and gamers. Partnership with FOMO Pay announced.
Razer fans and gamers in Singapore can be among the first in the country to participate in a limited beta of the upcoming Razer Pay e-wallet.
“We’re thrilled to offer all Razer fans and gamers in Singapore the opportunity to sign up for the closed beta launch of Razer Pay and play a part in helping us ready the app for its full public launch,” said Razer co-founder and CEO Min-Liang Tan.
Successful applicants will be sent a unique access code for the Razer Pay app via text message in the next few days.
Throughout the beta, participants will get to experience the full functionality of Razer Pay and enjoy frequent gaming-focused promotions and events such as giveaways of Razer Gold, Razer PIN, and other digital content.
Beta users’ feedback will help optimise operations for a smooth public launch in the coming weeks.
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Tags:Apps, Fintech, FOMO, payments, Razer, Singapore
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Wednesday, February 13th, 2019
Tableau 2019.1 makes analytics even more accessible with Natural Language Processing. New Tableau Prep Conductor allows users to easily schedule and manage self-service data preparation at scale.
See, Manage and Ask Data in new Tableau release. Image credit: Tableau Software.
Ask Data leverages the power of natural language processing to enable people to ask data questions in plain language and instantly get a visual response right in Tableau.
This patent pending capability makes it easier for people, regardless of skill set, to engage with data and produce analytical insights they can share with others without having to do any setup or programming.
Ask Data is available as part Tableau’s newest release, Tableau 2019.1.
Details below from the press release.
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Tags:data, data analytics, Tableau
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Friday, November 30th, 2018
Gojek has beta-launched its ride-hailing app service in Singapore. Here are answers from Gojek to some frequently asked questions on the gradual rollout.
Gojek President, Andre Soelistyo (left) and Global Head of Transport, Raditya Wibowo.
Eager to try out the competitor to Grab? Here are some FAQs about the beta-launch in Singapore of the ride-hailing app.
Can you share more about the process of waitlisting?
Waitlisting is the process of giving riders access to Gojek’s ride-hailing service.
What are the areas in Singapore covered in the beta launch?
During the beta launch, Gojek’s service areas will cover more than half of Singapore, including the Central Business District, Jurong East, Changi, Punggol, Ang Mo Kio and Sentosa.
We fully intend to serve the whole island and will progressively expand our coverage throughout the beta phase.
Why start with these areas?
Gojek’s service areas during the beta launch are chosen based on population density, and limited initially to better manage supply and demand.
It is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Riders will have to download the Gojek app and sign up for an account.
They will be placed on a waitlist and receive an email or push notification once they have been given access to the service.
DBS cardmembers can enjoy priority access on the waitlist by entering an access code during registration.
The code is “DBS” followed by the first 6 digits of their Visa, Mastercard or AMEX card (eg, “DBS123456”).
More details for DBS/POSB cardholders can be found here.
I’ve previously used Gojek in Indonesia. Do I need to register again?
If you have previously registered with Gojek, there is no need to register again.
Gojek will let you know on your next steps.
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Tags:beta, business, DBS, FAQ, GoJek, launch, ride hailing, Singapore
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