Google I/O 2016: Introducing Android Instant Apps


Suresh Ganapathy introduces Android Instant Apps. Android Instant Apps evolves Android apps to be able to run instantly, without requiring installation. With Instant Apps, users can open your app simply by tapping on a link, even if they don’t have the app installed. Instant Apps is compatible with Android Jelly Bean and upwards, reaching over a billion users. Go to http://g.co/InstantApps to learn more.

Subscribe to the Android Developers channel at http://goo.gl/GEh1ds

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Meet Duo, a new way to video call


Introducing Duo from Google—a simple one-to-one video calling for everyone. Designed to be simple, reliable and fun—so you never miss a moment.

Available this summer for Android & iOS. Find out more: http://goo.gl/aJLBXh

Android N: Let the names begin.


We take a look behind the scenes at Professional Naming, Inc., as they come up with ideas to help name Android N. Submit your own ideas for names at http://android.com/N.

Discover more about Android by following us on:
Google+: https://plus.google.com/+android
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Android
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AndroidOfficial

Google App: Ok, Google…


Want to watch an owl laugh? Check the headlines? See if your package has shipped? Visit the Taj Mahal? All you have to do is ask….

Download the Google App for free on your iOS or Android device:
iOS: http://goo.gl/googleappios
Android: http://goo.gl/googleappandroid

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Artist: Lizzo
Title: W.E.R.K., Pt. II

Lumière sur Chromie – Heroes of the Storm (FR)


Chromie sera le nouvel assassin de Heroes of the Storm. Bien qu’elle paraisse fort avenante au premier abord, quoique facilement distraite, cette gnome est en réalité un dragon de Bronze qui défend férocement la ligne temporelle d’Azeroth. Son éternel fardeau est de protéger l’Histoire contre ceux qui voudraient la manipuler à leurs propres fins. Pensez à activer les sous-titres en français !
Abonnez-vous à notre chaîne YouTube : http://www.YouTube.com/user/BlizzHeroesFR?sub_confirmation=1
Jouez à Heroes ! http://battle.net/account/download/?show=heroes
Retrouvez toutes les vidéos de présentation de vos héros : https://www.YouTube.com/playlist?list=PLtNjePwkuJu-vhSRdWIghp9jPSjJuaemO

Retrouvez-nous sur…
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YouTube: http://YouTube.com/BlizzHeroesFR
Twitch: http://twitch.tv/blizzheroes/profile

Heroes of the Storm est un MOBA, un jeu de combat par équipe en ligne avec vos personnages préférés de Blizzard. Personnalisez des héros venus de tous les univers de Blizzard selon votre style de jeu. Faites équipe avec vos amis pour déchaîner le chaos sur des champs de bataille variés qui auront un impact définitif sur votre stratégie.

Retrouvez toute l’actualité de Heroes of the Storm : http://www.heroesofthestorm.com

Simpsons live – what could go wrong?

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Here’s a tech piece at Cartoon Brew I wrote about the Simpsons live segment which utilised Adobe Character Animator and an extra keypad approach to adding animated elements.

DigiCaptions India Pvt. Ltd. (Stereo D) Pune

Digicaption logoDigiCaptions India Pvt. Ltd. (Pune), dba as Stereo D, and part of the Deluxe Entertainment Services Group companies, invites you to be a part of our unique artist centric environment. The company provides an access to work on some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters with several benefits.

Interested candidates can apply for the below open vacancies:

  • VFX SUPERVISOR (Job Code: VFXSUP-01): 10-15 years VFX post-production experience, VFX Supervisor or CG Supervisor experience on a few feature films required. Expert in industry standard software packages such as Nuke, Maya, and Houdini. A thorough understanding of the CG & 2D principles and pipeline is essential, Creative eye and aesthetic judgment – knowing composition, cinematic design and animation timing. Thorough understanding of entire animation and visual effects pipeline including look development, animation, FX, Lighting and Compositing. Knowledge of stereo conversion process and experience managing a project in stereo desired. Innate sense of composition, light, color and excellent attention to detail.On-set supervision experience preferred, financial and budget management skills, proven team leader with strong motivational qualities.
  • ASSISTANT LINE PRODUCER (Job Code: ALP-01):12-15 years relevant production experience in project management, scheduling or a related position. BA or BS degree or equivalent experience required. Must possess a high level of written, verbal, negotiation, and analytical skills. Must have the ability to make decisions independently.  Must have the ability to influence and coach the direct reportees by communicating effectively and promoting a positive team environment. Must have a demonstrated ability to perform well in a fast – paced environment. Must exhibit a consistent standard of excellence in all business communications. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.  Microsoft Access, FilemakerPro or MySQL experience a plus.Flexibility to work extended hours and/or weekends to meet project deadlines.
  • ARTISTS (2D to 3D Conversion):We are currently hiring candidates for Rotoscopy (R-01),Depth Grading (Job Code: D-01), Paint and Finaling (Job Code: P-01). Artists should have min. 1+ years’ experience in feature film and relevant experience in conversion would be preferable. Knowledge in Silhouette, Photoshop, Nuke, and Fusion are must. Candidates will be subjected to technical test and interview.
  • PRODUCTION MANAGER (Job Code: PM-01): 8-10 years of relevant Industry experience in Production management. Should have worked on major National & International projects. Should possess excellent database management skills using Excel. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, analytical and communication skills. Must have the ability to make decisions independently. Must have the ability to influence and coach others by communicating effectively and promoting a positive team environment. Must have a demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize and be extremely detail-oriented. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office. Microsoft Access, FilemakerPro or MySQL experience a plus. Flexibility to work extended hours and/or weekends to meet project deadlines.ANIMATION DIRECTOR / SUPERVISOR (Job Code: AD/AS-01):Candidates should have 5-12 years’ of work experience in international animated feature film projects. With Bachelor of Arts degree in film studies, art, or related field, or equivalent experience. This position is responsible for the processes of art & design, pre-production, production (Modeling/Rigging and Animation teams) including the management, coordination and administration.
  • SENIOR PIPELINE DEVELOPER(Job Code: SPD-01):Minimum of 7+ years of experience in feature film on the postproduction side with large-scale visual effects or animation pipeline. Strong working knowledge of multiple 2D and 3D software packages and pipelines required. Understanding of general VFX methodologies. BS or MS in Computer Science or Computer Graphics, or equivalent experience. Experience with project management software such as Shotgun or Tactic. Ability to write code and assist in tool development; Python experience is required. JavaScript, HTML/CSS and/or C++ experience a plus.This role will participate in the creation and maintenance of an innovative pipeline including asset management, production management, and other tools to support a state-of-the-art, international, visual effects and stereo conversion facility.

All applications should be sent to the following email ID’s:

sbhavanasi@stereodllc.com / sgautam@stereodllc.com / punejobs@stereodllc.com.Please mention the appropriate job code in all the application. Incomplete mails will not be considered.

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‘Daydream’: Google talks about their upcoming VR device built on ‘Android N’

Recently, in their annual developer conference ‘I/O’ at Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California, Google revealed its plans for the upcoming version of Android, nicknamed (for now) Android N. The ‘N’, according to them stands for a sweet treat, just like the names of their previous versions of the OS.

The new version of Android will feature improved graphics, storage and security enhancements and even reduced battery consumption and also features updated emojis, including 72 new ones. In addition to that, Google also made another major announcement; they announced Daydream, a virtual reality platform designed to be compatible with Android phones, which is aimed on bringing various services like YouTube, Play Store, and Street View into the realm of virtual reality clubbed with some external media apps from the streaming platform Netflix and gaming companies like Ubisoft and EA.

Daydream GooglrDaydream seems like a much upgraded successor of Google’s former VR device ‘Cardboard’. Although the former one could be worked around with any Smartphone, the upcoming one could only be worked on new and updated phones with special sensors and screens. Daydream also promises a smoother and lower-latency experience by just installing the VR update to the phone. Google also released specs that will make a phone Daydream-ready.
Users would likely need Google’s new version of headset and controller.

Google has not kept the news of their VR endeavours a secret as such, as previously many people spotted some or the other news about their VR plans. The price range of the device has not been revealed yet. We just have to wait for the next update.

Google has also revealed the names of the eight hardware partners that will make Daydream-ready phones, namely Samsung, HTC, LG, Xiaomi, Huawei, ZTE, Asus, and Alcatel.

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Star Trek teaser trailer: CBS promises new crews, new villains, new heroes and new worlds

CBS, during their upfront presentation recently not only revealed new shows that are coming the next season, but also teased the upcoming Star Trek series. The series pilot is set to premier in 2017 on CBS, with the show being an almost exclusive to new streaming service CBS All Access.

The 50 second teaser doesn’t give us any footage or insights from the show, it begins with a voice over stating, ‘CBS presents a new adventure’ and then dwells deep through the tributaries of the universe at a lightning pace, showing different celestial objects and then it goes on to highlight a set of words, “new crews, new villains, new heroes, new worlds”, followed by the new logo of the series.

The new series will be helmed by Hannibal creator Bryan Fuller, the same person who initiated his career by writing Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and Star Trek: Voyager. Fuller will also fill the role of executive producer for this project.

The original series created by Gene Roddenberry aired between 1969 and 1972 and starred William Shatner and the late Leonard Nimoy.

Living up to the legacy of Star Trek would be challenging for the creators, although if they can strike the right chord, they can always find huge revenues given its titanic fan base. The upgraded techniques of VFX and CG animation should further assist in making it an even more immersive experience. Let’s wait and watch how it all goes.

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