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The story about how the third Apple founder sold out for $800 isn't quite right

The story about how the third Apple founder sold out for $800 isn't quite right

Apple co-founder Ronald Wayne has chosen the company's 50th anniversary to reveal that the conventional wisdom about how he got out of the company and sold a 10% stake in the company for $800 is wrong — but he's splitting a very expensive hair. Apple co-founder Ronald Wayne at the Computer History Museum — image credit: CHM Apple was founded by Steve Jobs , Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne — but Wayne left after 12 days. Now at a Computer History Museum celebration for Apple's 50th anniversary, Wayne said that it wasn't true he had ever sold the stake in Apple he had as a founder. "I actually never sold my 10%," said Wayne, and then repeated it. "The story that's been floating around for decades about $800... that I had sold [my stake] for $800, that was totally inaccurate." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Chip cooling startup Frore, which designs channels that conduct liquid coolant in 3D shapes unique to each chip, raised $143M led by MVP at a $1.64B valuation (Dina Bass/Bloomberg)

Chip cooling startup Frore, which designs channels that conduct liquid coolant in 3D shapes unique to each chip, raised $143M led by MVP at a $1.64B valuation (Dina Bass/Bloomberg)

Dina Bass / Bloomberg : Chip cooling startup Frore, which designs channels that conduct liquid coolant in 3D shapes unique to each chip, raised $143M led by MVP at a $1.64B valuation —  Frore Systems Inc., which makes liquid cooling technology for AI chips, raised $143 million in a funding deal that values the startup at $1.64 billion.

Samsung’s rumored Wide Fold gives up screen size for a better grip

Samsung’s rumored Wide Fold gives up screen size for a better grip

Samsung‘s next foldable might actually give you a smaller main screen in exchange for something more useful. The Galaxy Wide Fold will reportedly pack a 7.6-inch inner display when it arrives, according to a new leak by Digital Chat Station on Weibo. That puts it slightly under the upcoming Z Fold 7, which is expected […] The post Samsung’s rumored Wide Fold gives up screen size for a better grip appeared first on Digital Trends .

Firefly is getting rebooted as an animated series

Firefly is getting rebooted as an animated series

Firefly aired for just one season in 2002 before Fox canceled it. In the 24 years since, the sci-fi show has skyrocketed in popularity and now fans are finally getting more. Nathan Fillion has announced that an animated Firefly series is currently in advanced development, Deadline first reported . Fillion shared the news at AwesomeCon during a live taping of his podcast Once We Were Spacemen with his Firefly co-stars Gina Torres, Morena Baccarin, Summer Glau, Sean Maher, Jewel Staite and Alan Tudyk. Tudyk co-hosts the podcast, in which the duo look back at their careers and interview past coworkers. Each of the actors present at AwesomeCon are expected to voice the animated versions of their characters. This isn't one of those maybe one day it will happen announcements, with many steps already being taken. The animated reboot is under the direction of showrunners Tara Butters ( Agent Carter, Reaper ) and Marc Guggenheim (DC's Legends of Tomorrow, Arrow ) — original creator Joss Whedon is not involved, but has given his blessing. It has early concept art from ShadowMachine, an Oscar- and Emmy-winning animation studio. Fillion is producing the show through Collision33, his production company, and with 20th Television Animation. There's even already a script in place. According to Fillion, the one thing left is a home for the series. He and his co-stars took to Once We Were Spacemen 's Instagram to provide more details and implore FireFly fans to show demand for the reboot. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Once We Were Spacemen (@oncewewerespacemen) Firefly took place in 2517, centuries after a universal civil war. It followed a group of people living aboard a transport ship, Serenity, flying through the galaxy. In 2005, the show got a sequel in the form of a movie, Serenity . This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/firefly-is-getting-rebooted-as-an-animated-series-120604649.html?src=rss

How and where to buy refurbished tech online

How and where to buy refurbished tech online

In good news for our wallets and the environment at large, many electronic devices like phones and tablets last longer now than they once did. That means refurbished gadgets can have more life than ever before. There are no laws governing the terms, but refurbished or renewed devices tend to be a level above just plain “used.” At minimum, refurbished tech should have undergone cleaning and diagnostic testing. Some sellers also replace components like batteries and screens. Once ready for sale, these devices should operate as if they were new, with only minor scuffs indicating their history. Refurbished devices not only save you a bit of cash, they have a drastically lower carbon footprint since most environmental impact comes from manufacturing. It’s more efficient than recycling and helps keep e-waste out of landfills. But there are better places to shop refurbished tech than others. We’ve gathered /a few recommendations, along with our advice on what to look for when you start shopping for refurbished gear. What to consider when buying refurbished devices Refurbished vs used Refurbished is not the same as used. Used items tend to be sold “as-is,'' which means you’re simply inheriting whatever mileage and quirks a device had when the previous owner said goodbye to it. It’s true that most refurbished items were previously owned, and many are a result of the growing trend of trading in your old device when you upgrade. But others were hardly used at all and are one of the millions of returns generated each year. Either way, a properly refurbished item has undergone testing to verify that it works, along with cleaning, repairs and parts replacement as needed. Since there are no government regulations for renewed items, it’s up to the sellers to define what steps they take to ready a device for sale. And it’s up to the buyer to find out what those steps are before taking the plunge. The processes for refurbishing devices from Apple , Bose , Microsoft , Google Pixels and Samsung , for example, include cleaning, inspection, parts replacement as needed and shipment in a new box with the originally supplied accessories. They also all provide a one-year warranty. Warranties and returns A refurbished device should perform as well as its new counterpart, but the only way to guarantee that’s the case is to make sure it comes with a warranty. All of the sites we recommend below include a warranty with the products they sell. If you see something labeled as refurbished, but doesn’t include some sort of guarantee as to its reliability – shop elsewhere. Also, a good return policy will let you send the item back (preferably with the same free shipping a new item gets) for any reason — including that you just changed your mind. That way if a refurbished product doesn’t look as good as you thought it would, you can send it back without having to prove there’s something wrong with it. Sanitation Most refurbished tech was used before it made its way back on the market. And while renewed items are cleaned, you’ll still need to consider your comfort with sanitation issues when buying things like headphones and earbuds . Polina Lebed via Getty Images Where to buy refurbished tech We recommend going directly to the manufacturer whenever possible, especially for more technical items like smartphones and laptops. If you need a new MacBook, check out Apple’s refurbished stock first; if you want a new Galaxy phone, hit up Samsung before anyone else. Repairs will be handled using genuine parts and you’re far more likely to get items that were properly unpaired from the original owner and all data wiped. Retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy are decent options if you’re on a tighter budget or if you’re looking for gadgets from a manufacturer that may not have its own refurbished outlet. Refurbished marketplaces like BackMarket can be useful if you’re looking for older, more specific items, or if price is the number one factor for your purchase. Other retailers Some smaller manufacturers like Dyson , Vitamix , Nintendo and JBL offer their own refurbished products, but for many other brands, you may need to head to a retailer. Check out more from our spring cleaning guide. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mobile/where-to-buy-refurbished-tech-140028700.html?src=rss