Software : Salesforce launches a developer toolkit for Google Glass, Fitbit and other wearables |
| Salesforce launches a developer toolkit for Google Glass, Fitbit and other wearables Posted:  Salesforce.com has launched a tool designed for businesses looking to connect with customers and customer data via wearable devices. The Salesforce Wear Developer Pack allows businesses to create applications on wearable devices such as Fitbit, Google Glass and Samsung Gear 2, among others. The Wear Developer Pack allows businesses to build applications that can adapt to different device architectures, user experiences and data flows, Salesforce said in a statement. Philips Healthcare Information Services & Solutions is listed as a launch partner for the Wear Developer Pack, which can be used to create service apps, data analytics apps and real-time alert apps, among other uses. Salesforce says the tool will enable businesses to connect to customer data on wearable devices in order to deliver customized journeys while consumers are within a physical location. The CRM company also said developers can create alerts that go directly to a wearable device, which will allow employees in meetings to avoid inelegantly checking smartphones or laptops mid-conversation. Salesforce1As of today, more than 1.5 million Salesforce1 developers will now have access to the Wear Developer Pack. Salesforce is building support for the following devices:
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| iOS 8 split-screen multi-tasking exists, it's just hiding in the code right now Posted:  Prior to the unveiling at WWDC a week ago, plenty of iOS 8 rumours had centred on the prospect of a split-screen multi-taking mode, which iPad owners could use to enjoy two apps concurrently. Although reports on the eve of the event claimed it wasn't ready for prime time yet, there was still a sense of disappointment when the side-by-side feature failed to materialise during the keynote. However, fresh hope has emerged for those hoping to enjoy the Microsoft Surface-like functionality, as a developer has uncovered the feature's existence within the iOS 8 beta code. Steve Troughton-Smith said the code reveals the ability to run the second app in quarter, half or three-quarters of the screen real estate. He tweeted: "So… just in case there was any doubt left… iOS 8's SpringBoard has code to run two apps side-by-side. 1/4 size, 1/2 size, or 3/4 size." Will it make the cut?The discovery raises the possibility that the split-screen multi-tasking feature will be a part of the final public release of iOS 8, which is expected to take place in September or October this year. At the very least Toughton-Smith's find proves that Apple has indeed been working on the feature, even if it doesn't make it into the next-generation operating system. Will it make the cut? iPad owners fed up with the need to constantly duck in and out of apps will certainly hope so, while Microsoft will hope it won't lose one of its clear competitive advantages it holds over iOS. |
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