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Two 'center' stories April 2014 - September 2014

Google-backed Calico launching $1.5 billion research center with goal of extending life

9to5 Staff Sep 3 2014 - 11:13 am PT

While it is impossible to escape mortality entirely, Google-backed life sciences company Calico reportedly has plans to launch a $1.5 billion research and development center with an underlying goal of extending the lifespan of humans. The future San Francisco-based aging research center, to be built in partnership with biopharmaceutical company AbbVie, is said to focus on drug discovery and development for diseases such as neurodegeneration and cancer.
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Quick Control Panel gives you iOS Control Center functionality on Android

Jonathan Kizer Apr 21 2014 - 5:54 pm PT

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Android is all about options, and that means the freedom to completely rip off an iOS feature (albeit an iOS feature that was inspired by various other sources, including Android itself). Quick Control Panel presents your most-used apps, along with toggles for data, WiFi, Bluetooth, Speaker, and Orientation Lock. You can adjust the brightness of your device’s screen, and the volume of both calls and media. It even displays your music when playing, allowing you to skip or pause.
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