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The newly redesigned MacBook measures 13.1 milimeters deep, making it Apple's thinnest laptop. The keyboard
uses a new butterfl y mechanism for typing that allows for a more stable response with keys that are 17 percent
larger than previous versions. The 12-inch LED-display measures 0.88 mm, the Mac's thinnest retina display
ever. The LED backlight is 30 percent more energy effi cient than previous MacBook displays . The redesigned
Force Touch track pad lets users adjust the amount of pressure it takes to click. The pad also responds to
differences in applied pressure to let users perform different tasks. The device runs on the OS X operating
system and is the fi rst MacBook without a fan. The MacBook starts at $1,299.
For more information, visit www.apple.com/macbook.
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Secure Signatures
SigniX provides electronic signature services for Internet-
connected devices. Users can send a document to
multiple signers simultaneously or have them sign
sequentially. The status of a document is tracked in real-
time and users are notifi ed via email when a document is
available for review. SigniX
software includes detailed
event logs for signed
documents and tamper protection. SigniX comes in three
different packages and pricing starts at $9.95 per month.
For more information, visit www.signix.com.
Virtual Reality Real Estate
Matterport uses a specialized camera to capture interior spaces
and create a 3D replica of a property with images overlaid onto all
surfaces. The software creates 3D models that contain property
measurement data and allows users to walk through the property,
view as a dollhouse, or see the fl oor plan. The model can be viewed
online using any computer or Apple iPad. Prior to sharing, a user can
reconfi gure spaces, including fl ooring, paint, structures, and more.
Viewers can see the status of construction projects and get details
for purchasing decisions. The Matterport camera costs $4,500.
Basic, professional, and business packages are available for the
Matterport cloud service.
For more information, visit www.matterport.com.
Microwaveable Notes
Note-takers can create digital copies of
their handwritten notes and designs using
the Rocketbook notebook and mobile app
by Rocket Innovations. The 8.5- x 11-inch
Rocketbook contains 50 sheets of paper
and comes with a Pilot FriXion pen. Heating
the notebook in the microwave for 30
seconds erases the pen's heat-sensitive ink
to allow for continuous usage. Each page
contains icon "buttons" for personalized
organization in Evernote, Google Docs,
Dropbox, or email. Once your document is
ready to be digitized, the Rocketbook app
captures and uploads the documents using
your predetermined button categories. The
app is available for Apple iOS with Android
availability scheduled for August. One
Rocketbook and Pilot FriXion black pen
costs $25.
For more information, visit goo.
gl/3uArHP.
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