Monday, April 21, 2014

Daily Roundup: Netflix raises prices, a tour of the Samsung Innovation Museum, and more!


You might say the day is never really done in consumer technology news. Your workday, however, hopefully draws to a close at some point. This is the Daily Roundup on Engadget, a quick peek back at the top headlines for the past 24 hours -- all handpicked by the editors here at the site. Click on through the break, and enjoy.



Samsung opens its own Innovation Museum, we take an early tour


Today, Samsung opened its new Innovation Museum to the public, offering a stylish look at the history behind some of the greatest technological milestones of our time. Fortunately for you, our own Mat Smith already visited the complex for a tour.



Samsung Gear Fit review: a messy merger of fitness band and smartwatch


Samsung's Gear Fit is an interesting blend between a smartwatch and fitness tracker. Sure, it's comfortable, has a beautiful display and a built-in hear rate monitor, but its software leaves much to be desired. As is, the Gear Fit isn't worth $200.



Netflix is raising prices for new customers


Today, Netflix announced a slight price increase for new customers that's scheduled to take effect at the end of the quarter. Those of us already paying $8 a month will be grandfathered in for a "generous time period," but it won't last forever.



How a toy designer dreamed up the geek-friendly AeroPress coffee maker


Does that Keurig-made cup of Joe leave your taste buds wanting? If so, you might like the AeroPress. Designed by toy maker Alan Adler, this French Press style contraption aims to bring you high-quality coffee in under two minutes.



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