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GPS Navigation Featured Subaru Vehicles Pledge For Voice Guided Navigation

A voice guided GPS navigation system is going to be installed in vehicles equipped with Subaru StarLink platform. The navigation app is fully voice guided and is believed to reduce driving risks. Moreover, the associated app RightTrack will provide real-time driving assessment and coaching for Subaru owners based on their actual driving behavior. The Subaru Starlink app has been designed to support both Apple iOS and Android smartphones.

Samsung Presents Smart Fridge That Can Order Groceries

Samsung introduces its smart fridge in CES 2016 that starts this week. The Samsung Family Hub refrigerator can order groceries for you.

Burger King’s 5 for $4 deal to beat competition

The 2016 began on a competitive note for fast food chains. Burger King, McDonald's and Pizza Hut have rolled out new value menus. Burger King has launched 5 for $4 deal to attract more number of consumers. McDonald's unveiled McPick 2 for $2, while Pizza Hut has also rolled out $5 Flavor Menu.

Yahoo logs off video service Yahoo Screen

Yahoo has closed down its video content service Yahoo Screen. The US traffic to Yahoo Screen fell 28 percent during the past two years. As the ad revenues didn't take off, Yahoo has written down $42 million on Yahoo Screen.

Fiat shares slid after Ferrari parts ways with it

After the separation, Fiat Chrysler is focusing on its €48-billion investment plan to 2018. It'll also revamp its brands Alfa Romeo, Jeep and Maserati. Ferrari made its debut trading in Milan after listing on Wall Street in October 2015. Analysts opine the road ahead for Ferrari may not be smooth as the capital intensive car maker with small volume can sustain the high valuations.

Boeing bags $855-mn contract for T-38C logistics support

Boeing Co has bagged $855-mn contract from the US Air Force. Boeing will offer avionic component integration and contractor logistics support for T-38C aircraft. The duration of the contract is 10 years and works are scheduled for completion by January 2026.

GM announces Mary Barra as new chairwoman

General Motors announced that it had unanimously elected Mary Barra as its next chairman, effective immediately. Barra succeeds Theodore Solso who will be retiring but will continue serving as the Board’s Lead Independent Director.

LG to Display Its Roll-Up Flexible OLED Screen in CES 2016

Korean electronic giant, LG is to display its paper-thin OLED screen in CES. Its new flexible display technology is a a flexible and rollable screen.

After Qualcomm, Intel Dives Into Drone Through Acquiring Former Partner, Ascending Technologies

Intel has announced acquiring German drone maker, Ascending Technologies on Monday. All the existing 75 employees of the latter concern are going to be offered position in the new dynasty. Not only that, Intel has also pledged commitments to extend support to the existing customers of the acquired entity.

Japan's central bank playing activist investor role to revive economy

With an objective of reviving the economy, Bank of Japan (BoJ), Japan's central bank, is playing a role of activist investor in the domestic equity markets. The central bank's governor and Prime Minister are also asking corporate companies to increase capital expenditure and wage rise. Bank of Japan holds $54 billion in exchange-trade funds (ETFs). Japan's economy is suffering from weaker consumption and deflation.

2016 may generate 3.5mn jobs in India

The year 2016 may witness encouraging employment generation, but moderate salary rise. The inflation rise will erode the salary rise benefits. India and the UAE may record robust job growth rate. IT, app economy, retail and BFSI sectors to lead emplyment generation of about 3.5 million in India. Dubai Expo-2020 may play a key role in jobs growth rate in the UAE.

5 key economic trends to watch in 2016

Economists and analysts foresee the five key factors that would influence the global economy significantly in 2016. The major aspects such as industrial production, consumer spending, international trade, currency trends and inflation will influence the global economy. The lower energy costs will propel consumer spending upwards, while resulting in inflation rise.

‘Latte Macchiato’: ‘Starbucks’ Hits New Caffeine Beverage

Latte Macchiato, combination of espresso and milk, is going to be served by Starbucks, the Seattle based Café Chain. The popular Australian drink is being introduced to the Americans by Angus Maxwell, certified barista serving the coffee chain. The new beverage joins the Starbucks menu and is believed to be a stepping stone between a cappuccino or flat white and an Americano among those desiring to change the taste bud.

Oil Price is Slightly Rising Amidst Tension Between Saudi and Iran

Oil price is rising amidst tension between Saudi Arabia and Iran. The oil price started the first day of trading in 2016 at the price of $38 a barrel before reduced to $37 in the afternoon trading.

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