
In this week's worldwide wrap, Apple turns to a tried-and-tested solution for device glitches, and Tumblr makes gif-making easier.
'Turn it off and on again' - Apple
Apple has told iPad Pro users to simply turn the device off and on again if the screen randomly goes blank.
Several iPad Pro users have reported experiencing random device blackouts, and the tech company says it is investigating the issue.
Via: Mashable
Tumblr adds mobile gif-maker
Blogging site tumblr has added a built-in gif-maker to its mobile app for iPhones.
The social network famous for the millions of gifs its users post each day previously offered little help in creating them, with users having to resort to external apps.
Via: Wired
LG sports world's largest OLED display
LG Electronics has created the world's largest OLED display for South Korea's Incheon International Airport.
The display measures 13 metres high by eight metres wide, which LG says is the same size as three large shipping containers.
Via: Geeky Gadgets
Smart sneakers sport in-built authentication
Brooklyn-born Greats sneakers now come with a smart tag that can be scanned with an iPhone or Android phone to establish their authenticity.
Users will also be able to interact with online content authored by the brand.
Via: Mashable
Pooductive lets strangers connect on the loo
Mobile app Pooductive lets users message and play games with other users around the world while they are sitting on the toilet.
The app aims to raise awareness of the 2.4 billion people around the world who do not have access to clean water and improved sanitation.
Via: The Guardian
US works on memory-improving brain implant
Scientists supported by the US government are developing a brain implant that will give recipients the ability to never forget.
The project aims to restore memory abilities to US war veterans.
Via: Inhabitat
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