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HKFP
5 days ago
- Politics
- HKFP
Hong Kong police mull access to gov't departments, MTR surveillance feeds, reports say
Hong Kong police may gain access to surveillance footage from government departments and the railway operator, which would be included in its 'SmartView' CCTV programme, according to media reports. The police force is considering gaining access to video surveillance feeds from the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, the Transport Department, and the Housing Department, as well as the MTR Corporation (MTRC) within the year, local media reported, citing unnamed sources. The SmartView programme is an initiative, implemented by the police in collaboration with government departments, to install closed-circuit televisions (CCTVs) in public places with high crime rates and pedestrian flow to prevent and help fight crime. In a response to enquiries from local media, including Ming Pao newspaper, the MTRC said that it would comply with the orders to hand over footage to the police for law enforcement purposes and 'to maintain public safety of the railway network.' In the case of any changes from existing arrangements, the MTRC will conduct a Privacy Impact Assessment to ensure it complies with laws and regulations, it said. According to a 2013 report published by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, the city's privacy watchdog, the MTRC had 3,342 cameras in stations and 429 cameras fitted in 78 of its 347 trains. Local paper Sing Tao reported on Sunday that police officers with inspector-level authorisation would have direct access to government departments' and the MTRC's surveillance footage for investigation purposes. The police are also mulling the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to better identify suspects, with a source comparing such a policy to the UK's use of facial recognition software. HKFP has reached out to the rail operator, the police, and the government departments for comment. 7,000 cameras by 2027 The push for surveillance access comes amid a broader police drive to install up to 7,000 surveillance cameras citywide by 2027. Having installed more than 600 cameras last year, the force aims to install a total of 1,385 by the end of 2025. Secretary for Security Chris Tang said in July last year that the government planned to introduce AI-powered facial identification software in the thousands of new cameras the police were setting up. With those new cameras and the ones under the three government departments, the police would have access to 20,000 more surveillance feeds by the end of the year, the force told local media. Last month, the police began a separate trial project using Transport Department surveillance footage to tackle illegal parking and other traffic violations at four intersections in Central and Causeway Bay.
Tom's Guide
30-05-2025
- Tom's Guide
You can mirror your Android device to your TV — here's how
Sometimes squinting at a small screen is hard work — more so if you want to show off some content to others and would rather everyone didn't crowd around your device. Sometimes it's nice to kick back with a mobile game or video and appreciate the extra detail a larger screen provides. In these situations, you might consider mirroring your Android device to your TV. When you mirror your Android, everything on your phone's screen appears on your TV. Unlike casting, which streams only selected content while letting you continue using your device, mirroring duplicates your entire display. That makes it ideal for enjoying a larger view, but it also raises potential security concerns. For example, you wouldn't want to open a banking app while mirroring your phone as your sensitive information would be on full display. Mirroring is a powerful feature, but it requires you to be mindful of what's on your screen. Here's how to do it. To be able to mirror your Android screen on a smart television, the TV must be connected to the internet using the same Wi-Fi network as your Android phone. How you do this will vary from one TV to another, so refer to your set's instructions; in general, you'll find them in your television's manual. Next, launch the Quick Settings menu on your Android phone — swipe down from the top of the screen. With Android 16, you can do this with a single finger. Now look for and tap the mirror screen button. Because manufacturers use different names for it, you might see Samsung label it Smart View, Google call it Google Cast, or find it listed as Screen Mirroring, MirrorShare, Screencast, or Xiaomi Cast. Mirror options tend to need permissions to allow content to be transferred. Just tap Continue. Android will search for nearby televisions. Just tap the television that you want to mirror your Android phone to and a connection will be made. Tap Start now and your Android's screen should appear on the television. A small option control should be visible on your Android screen (but not on your television). If you tap the control, it will call up a menu that will allow you to, for example, pause the mirroring, darken the phone screen or set the aspect ratio. There should be an option to hide notifications — that it may not hide them all, though. You will be able to tap disconnect too. Whatever you view on your Android phone will appear on your television. I f you switch your phone between portrait or landscape, the TV display will alter too. You can now open apps and enjoy the larger screen experience. And there you go. You now know how to mirror an Android device on your TV. It's also possible to mirror an Android screen on a non-smart TV if you use a Chromecast device so check out how to set up Google Chromecast if this is your chosen route. For other useful guides, you can explore 5 ways to stop your smart TV from buffering and if you have a Samsung TV, change these 5 settings so it looks and performs better. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.
Agriland
25-04-2025
- Business
- Agriland
Grimme update Varitron two-row harvesters
Grimme has recently introduced the latest generation of its two-row, self-propelled Varitron machines, which bring new levels of operator comfort. The optimisation of the series is focused on the new cab with a revised operating concept and various improvements along the crop flow for harvesting vegetables and potatoes. The latest cab has the CCI 1200 operator terminal and SmartView video system integrated within it as standard, alongside a leather seat for the operator while nighttime operation is helped by a new LED lighting arrangement. Varitron operator upgrades The Varitron cab is also said to be clearly laid out with generous legroom, narrow pillars, and a two-zone automatic climate control system while the large windscreen provides an unobstructed view of the intake. All of the harvester's functions can be monitored through 13 cameras and the 12-inch SmartView video system display, which includes zooming and live slow motion features as standard. Improvements to the cab are said to increase comfort and operational efficiency Should yield recording and mapping be required, the Varitron can be equipped with an integrated system to perform these functions. The well-tried concept of depth control remains in place with 'TerraDisc' and 'TerraControl', while the uniform mechanical coupling points enable quick changeover, similar to that already fitted in the Grimme four-row harvesters. Crop flow improvements A new spiral roller is available for the roller separator. The composition of the material has been changed and the height of the spiral almost doubled. This change has increased room for the passage of impurities, thus boosting the separation performance and reducing wear on the rollers. Grimme claim the combination of a double-separator with a downstream fitted fine haulm elevator in the Varitron to be unique in this machine class. The double-separator can be configured as a Double-MultiSep or as a roller separator in combination with MultiSep, thus enabling the Grimme-specific TwinSep to be used as a crop-friendly bypass to the roller separator. Intake adaption In order to be able to use the new two-row Varitron models in a wide range of conditions and crops, a mechanical device is available for swapping over the intake components. The digging and intake section can be configured to suit conditions To remove and to prevent any blockage, all main webs, the fine haulm elevator, and the ring elevator can be individually and conveniently reversed from the operator cab. The optional weather roof, available with or without side panels, protects the picking crew in all weathers. The white roof tarp is colour-neutral and supports the reliable recognition of green tubers.
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WIRED
03-03-2025
- WIRED
All Home Gyms Should Look as Good as a Tonal 2
Tonal is a high-tech slab of ambition—a gym in a mirror for those wanting to trade dumbbells for algorithm-powered gains. Tonal 2 is sleeker, sharper, and somehow even more expensive than before. At $4,295 (plus several add-on costs), it's both a statement piece and a serious financial commitment. I wanted to know if Tonal could change the way I train. After weeks of testing, I analyzed everything from installation to daily performance to see if Tonal 2 could keep me motivated—no small feat given my squirrel-like attention span—or if it would just turn my living room into the set of a Black Mirror episode. New and Improved Tonal 2 sticks with the same wall-mounted design as its predecessor (7/10, WIRED Recommends) but refines the aesthetic with an all-black finish and chrome accents. It looks cool in any home gym—as long as you wipe off the inevitable smudges after every workout. The most noticeable upgrade is the built-in camera, which enables real-time form feedback on-screen. Previously, Smart View required a separate mobile device to analyze movements, but now corrections are immediate. You can still integrate your phone for a side-angle, which improves the coaching cues. Photograph: Boutayna Chokrane In my experience, Smart View caught subtle but critical posture mistakes—like hunching my shoulders or letting my chest drop. But it wasn't flawless. For example, it didn't flag when I performed an entirely different exercise, like a narrow hamstring curl instead of a wide bicep curl. Certain exercises also make it hard to glance at the screen mid-set, so I relied on the post-workout videos and feedback for review more than in real time. Connectivity has also improved, with stronger Wi-Fi and Bluetooth stability. Your internet still matters—if your connection is spotty, expect occasional lag—but I didn't experience any streaming disruptions during testing. Perhaps the most meaningful upgrade is its durability. Tonal 2's new cables are 75 percent stronger, pushing the digital resistance cap from 200 to 250 pounds—a huge plus for advanced lifters. Tonal also introduced a new workout modality, Aero HIIT, a cardio and strength training hybrid, that adds five new moves to the list: Aero Pull, Aero Mini Pull, Aero Twist, Aero Chop, and Aero Lunge. Drop sets are also now built-in, making pushing through fatigue possible without manual weight adjustments. Not Just Weights Tonal 2 requires professional installation, adding another $295 (or more, depending on your location). It mounts flush to the wall, keeping your space clutter-free, but it demands at least 7'x7' of floor space and a 7'10' ceiling height for a full range of motion. If you live in a smaller space, be prepared to shuffle furniture around before workouts. The actual installation took about 45 minutes and went smoothly. Though fair warning, the drilling is loud. If you have neighbors, maybe give them a heads-up. Lifting with digital resistance feels different from free weights. According to Tonal, the pin-loaded machine can feel 23 percent heavier than barbell dumbbells. There's no momentum, so your muscles stay engaged throughout the motion. It's a more controlled (and limiting) way to train. The touchscreen is responsive, making it easy to adjust weights, follow programs, and track progress.
