There's no current technology being considered that would help determine forward progress, which became a point of contention after Josh Allen was stopped short on a sneak on fourth-and-1 early in the fourth quarter of Buffalo's 32-29 loss to Kansas City in the AFC championship game.
The league tested Sony's Hawk-Eye tracking services for virtual line-to-gain measurements in the preseason and in the background during the regular season. The optimal tracking system notifies officiating instantly if a first down was gained after the ball is spotted by hand.
The key word is after. This technology replaces the chain measurement. The NFL has long used two bright orange sticks and a chain -the chain gang to measure for first downs. That method would remain in a backup capacity.
This story is from the Techlife News #693 edition of Techlife News.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the Techlife News #693 edition of Techlife News.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
APPLE UNVEILS REQUIRED IOS 19 AND IOS 20 FEATURES FOR EU COMPLIANCE
Apple faces a sweeping mandate from the European Union, announced on March 19, 2025, to overhaul its mobile operating system with a slate of interoperability enhancements for iOS 19 and iOS 20, as detailed by the European Commission.
BEST HOME WORKSTATION FEATURES FOR PRODUCTIVITY: CRAFTING THE PERFECT APPLE-CENTRIC SETUP
Turning your home into a productivity haven starts with a workstation that balances focus, comfort, and quality of life-a space where Apple devices shine and daily routines thrive.
C1 MODEM SHINES IN SURPRISING BENCHMARK DEBUT
Apple's long-rumored leap into custom silicon took a bold step forward with the unveiling of its first in-house cellular modem, the C1, powering the iPhone 16e, released on February 19, 2025.
RESIDENT EVIL 3 LURCHES ONTO IPHONE, IPAD, AND MAC: HORROR GOES MOBILE
Capcom has unleashed a chilling treat for survival horror fans, bringing Resident Evil 3 to iPhone, iPad, and Mac on March 18, 2025, as announced via the App Store.
SIEMENS SLASHES 6,000 JOBS: AUTOMATION AND EV CHARGING UNITS FACE THE AXE
Siemens AG, a titan in industrial engineering, dropped a bombshell on March 18, 2025, announcing plans to cut 6,000 jobs worldwide across its automation and electric vehicle (EV) charging divisions.
ENCRYPTED MESSAGING APPS PROMISE PRIVACY AT GOVERNMENT TRANSPARENCY'S EXPENSE
Encrypted messaging tools-Signal, Telegram, WhatsApp-have carved out a digital sanctuary, pledging to keep your conversations under lock and key.
TESLA'S NEW FACTORIES: POWERING CARS AND MEGAPACKS INTO 2025
Tesla is accelerating its manufacturing ambitions with a bold expansion of factories for electric vehicles (EVs) and Megapack energy storage systems, including a freshly announced Megafactory near Houston, Texas.
GOOGLE'S $32 BILLION WIZ ACQUISITION: A CLOUD SECURITY POWER PLAY
Google has set its sights on a seismic shift in the cloud computing arena, announcing on March 18, 2025, a definitive agreement to acquire New York-based cybersecurity startup Wiz for $32 billion in cash.
Mac Studio
THE ULTIMATE PRO DESKTOP PUSHED EVEN FURTHER WITH THE M4 MAX CHIP
APPLE WATCH HEALTH FEATURES AND HABIT TRACKING: YOUR WRIST'S BEST ALLIES
The Apple Watch has evolved from a sleek accessory into a powerhouse for health and habit management, blending cutting-edge sensors with intuitive apps to keep users in tune with their well-being.
