In vector graphics, gradient meshes represent an image object by one or more regularly connected grids. Every grid point has attributes as the position, colour and gradients of these quantities specified. Editing... Read more »
Although geometry-aware filtering and upsampling have often been used for interactive or real-time rendering, they are unsuitable for glossy surfaces because shading results strongly depend on the bidirectional reflectance distribution functions. This... Read more »
The new subscription-based bundle of channels is aimed at the younger, 18-to-35 age group viewers who don't want to pay for a big cable package. Read more »
Here's a look back at pivotal points in Microsoft's 2014 timeline and a glimpse at what lies ahead for the tech giant this year.
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NEWS ANALYSIS: In the cloud/virtualization world, one technology dominated the conversation in 2014: "Docker." The technology will see further expansion in 2015. Read more »
The company's reluctance to abide by China's laws likely contributed to the situation, China's Global Times says. Read more »
In addition to Gmail, many popular Western Web services have been banned in China because they were deemed objectionable by the country's authorities. Read more »
NEWS ANALYSIS: Bitcoin had a difficult year in which its value declined by two-thirds, but there is still much reason for optimism in 2015. Read more »
Google confirms access to Gmail remains blocked, but there has been no statement from Chinese government authorities as to why the Gmail IP addresses have been blocked. Read more »
Users of the company's browser-based Office Online Word and PowerPoint services can now host Skype group chats to work together on documents. Read more »