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Iran downs drone over southern port city
- November 08, 2019
Alleged footage of the takedown released by the Iranian side showed a missile being fired, followed by an explosion. "Iran's army has downed an unknown drone in the port city of Mahshahr", the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
Alleged footage of the takedown released by the Iranian side showed a missile being fired, followed by an explosion. "Iran's army has downed an unknown drone in the port city of Mahshahr", the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported. (more...)
Guerrilla Games' Hermen Hulst: new head of Worldwide Studios at PlayStation
- November 08, 2019
Today, Sony announced that President of Sony Worldwide Studios Shuhei Yoshida is stepping down from his current role and will be moving to a job that has him oversee relationships with independent developers. I don't want to say this is what PlayStation Now is going to be like forever. We'll see how everything shakes out, so stay tuned. Shuhei Yoshida is a veteran of PlayStation . (more...)
- November 08, 2019
Today, Sony announced that President of Sony Worldwide Studios Shuhei Yoshida is stepping down from his current role and will be moving to a job that has him oversee relationships with independent developers. I don't want to say this is what PlayStation Now is going to be like forever. We'll see how everything shakes out, so stay tuned. Shuhei Yoshida is a veteran of PlayStation . (more...)
Fortnite Player Faze Jarvis Banned Permanently for Aimbotting
- November 08, 2019
KSI isn't the only gamer who feels that way - there's been a backlash over the punishment from people who think a 1-strike rule for aimbots is just too severe. The ban hasn't gone down well on social media, with many users pointing out that another gamer only received a two-week ban despite being caught cheating in qualifiers for the Fortnite World Cup . (more...)
- November 08, 2019
KSI isn't the only gamer who feels that way - there's been a backlash over the punishment from people who think a 1-strike rule for aimbots is just too severe. The ban hasn't gone down well on social media, with many users pointing out that another gamer only received a two-week ban despite being caught cheating in qualifiers for the Fortnite World Cup . (more...)
Modern Warfare Claymore Nerf | Are Claymores being nerfed?
- November 08, 2019
This appears to be the first of new maps being launched by Activision and Infinity Ward for free. Prior to update 1.06 , Modern Warfare's Realism mode was its own thing in Multiplayer. Modern Warfare Battle Passes will launch timed to new, post-launch live seasons, Activision said in October. Without the ability to prestige in Modern Warfare , dedicated fans have been questioning when the recently announced Battle Pass would be introduced. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
This appears to be the first of new maps being launched by Activision and Infinity Ward for free. Prior to update 1.06 , Modern Warfare's Realism mode was its own thing in Multiplayer. Modern Warfare Battle Passes will launch timed to new, post-launch live seasons, Activision said in October. Without the ability to prestige in Modern Warfare , dedicated fans have been questioning when the recently announced Battle Pass would be introduced. (more...)
Samsung launches Galaxy Fold in China
- November 08, 2019
Jingdong.com, one of China's major e-commerce sites, said the Galaxy Fold sold out in just two seconds, and Samsung said on its Chinese blog that the smartphone stock was depleted just five minutes after its launch. Sammobile have discovered that Samsung has recently filed a trademark for the Space Zoom name at the European Union Intellectual Property Office. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
Jingdong.com, one of China's major e-commerce sites, said the Galaxy Fold sold out in just two seconds, and Samsung said on its Chinese blog that the smartphone stock was depleted just five minutes after its launch. Sammobile have discovered that Samsung has recently filed a trademark for the Space Zoom name at the European Union Intellectual Property Office. (more...)
United States telecom regulator approves T-Mobile and Sprint merger
- November 08, 2019
It would help millions in rural America benefit from high-speed 5G mobile broadband service. Although the FCC order sounds bullish on benefits to consumers and dispels concerns over the emergence of a less competitive wireless carrier industry, the Federal agency has set the tasks the merged company must undertake. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
It would help millions in rural America benefit from high-speed 5G mobile broadband service. Although the FCC order sounds bullish on benefits to consumers and dispels concerns over the emergence of a less competitive wireless carrier industry, the Federal agency has set the tasks the merged company must undertake. (more...)
Best Black Friday Deals 2019: What to Expect from Amazon
- November 07, 2019
It just wouldn't be Black Friday without dozens of chances to save on a new television. Deal Tomato earns commissions from purchases made using the links provided. You'll also want to make sure you're signed up for our Black Friday 2019 newsletter so you can get all of the best photography deals delivered to your inbox. (more...)
- November 07, 2019
It just wouldn't be Black Friday without dozens of chances to save on a new television. Deal Tomato earns commissions from purchases made using the links provided. You'll also want to make sure you're signed up for our Black Friday 2019 newsletter so you can get all of the best photography deals delivered to your inbox. (more...)
Bill Gates won't commit to supporting Warren over Trump
- November 07, 2019
United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York Geoffrey Berman speaks during a news conference, in New York, Monday, July 8, 2019. Here are five highlights from the Gates interview. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories . Gates has not hidden his distaste for Trump, but he also evinced some dislike for Warren on Wednesday, as well. (more...)
- November 07, 2019
United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York Geoffrey Berman speaks during a news conference, in New York, Monday, July 8, 2019. Here are five highlights from the Gates interview. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories . Gates has not hidden his distaste for Trump, but he also evinced some dislike for Warren on Wednesday, as well. (more...)
Playtonic Not Working on a New Banjo Kazooie Game
- November 07, 2019
While it's not the news Banjo fans are hoping for, it does sound like Playtonic are gearing up to work on something new, which sounds good to us. Given that Microsoft now owns Rare and the rights to Banjo-Kazooie, it set some people off, wondering if it was hinting at a new collaboration between PlayTonic and Microsoft. (more...)
- November 07, 2019
While it's not the news Banjo fans are hoping for, it does sound like Playtonic are gearing up to work on something new, which sounds good to us. Given that Microsoft now owns Rare and the rights to Banjo-Kazooie, it set some people off, wondering if it was hinting at a new collaboration between PlayTonic and Microsoft. (more...)
Fortnite Bans Jarvis Kaye From The Game After Cheating Scandal
- November 07, 2019
Earlier this week, Fortnite players were caught off guard by the sudden appearance of a warning screen that threatened to ban the player's account over 'teaming.' The warning was appearing for users while they were spectating players who were still in the match, resulting in concerned posts on Reddit and Twitter . (more...)
- November 07, 2019
Earlier this week, Fortnite players were caught off guard by the sudden appearance of a warning screen that threatened to ban the player's account over 'teaming.' The warning was appearing for users while they were spectating players who were still in the match, resulting in concerned posts on Reddit and Twitter . (more...)
Pokemon sword and shield show off the improvement of athletic training
- November 07, 2019
That's about all we know at the moment, but it's great to see Nintendo and The Pokemon Company come running right out of the gate with an online competition for all to enjoy. Candy, which are similar to Rare Candies, but they give experience directly instead. Pokemon Sword and Shield is all set to release on 15th November 2019. (more...)
- November 07, 2019
That's about all we know at the moment, but it's great to see Nintendo and The Pokemon Company come running right out of the gate with an online competition for all to enjoy. Candy, which are similar to Rare Candies, but they give experience directly instead. Pokemon Sword and Shield is all set to release on 15th November 2019. (more...)
ASUS Zenfone 6 gets Android 10 stable update
- November 07, 2019
Fully gesture-based UI navigation - You can now completely do away with the onscreen navigation keys for a more dynamic gesture-based UI navigation. With the option to opt for a gaming-centric or near-stock Android OS as the Zenfone 6 , the ROG Phone 2 is also likely to receive the Android 10 software update in the coming months. (more...)
- November 07, 2019
Fully gesture-based UI navigation - You can now completely do away with the onscreen navigation keys for a more dynamic gesture-based UI navigation. With the option to opt for a gaming-centric or near-stock Android OS as the Zenfone 6 , the ROG Phone 2 is also likely to receive the Android 10 software update in the coming months. (more...)
Alexa, Google Assistant And Siri Vulnerable To Laser Hack Attacks
- November 07, 2019
The researchers said: "The implications of injecting unauthorized voice commands vary in severity based on the type of commands that can be executed through voice.We show how an attacker can use light-injected voice commands to unlock the victim's smart lock-protected home doors, or even locate, unlock and start various vehicles". (more...)
- November 07, 2019
The researchers said: "The implications of injecting unauthorized voice commands vary in severity based on the type of commands that can be executed through voice.We show how an attacker can use light-injected voice commands to unlock the victim's smart lock-protected home doors, or even locate, unlock and start various vehicles". (more...)
Google Launches Standalone Android Auto App For Android 10 Users
- November 07, 2019
It could be restricted to older telephones, or it may additionally work on all, together with gadgets operating Android 10 and people that may obtain Assistant's Driving Mode. You can download Android Auto for phones right now from Google Play store on your Android 10 device if you don't have an Android Auto-compatible head unit. (more...)
- November 07, 2019
It could be restricted to older telephones, or it may additionally work on all, together with gadgets operating Android 10 and people that may obtain Assistant's Driving Mode. You can download Android Auto for phones right now from Google Play store on your Android 10 device if you don't have an Android Auto-compatible head unit. (more...)
Fossil Hybrid HR hands-on: E-ink display, 2+ week battery
- November 07, 2019
Fossil has just updated its hybrid watch range with the announcement of the Fossil Hybrid HR - an analog watch which packs in a huge number of smart features. They also do not mention the words " Wear OS " at all here, so no, I still don't believe this is some random fork of Wear OS that works on hybrids. On the watch face there are four complications where information can be displayed and what gets displayed can be customized by the user. (more...)
- November 07, 2019
Fossil has just updated its hybrid watch range with the announcement of the Fossil Hybrid HR - an analog watch which packs in a huge number of smart features. They also do not mention the words " Wear OS " at all here, so no, I still don't believe this is some random fork of Wear OS that works on hybrids. On the watch face there are four complications where information can be displayed and what gets displayed can be customized by the user. (more...)
Netflix Adds 'Skip Politics' Button to Seth Meyers' Stand-Up Special
- November 06, 2019
From Hannah Gadsby's Nanette to Dave Chappelle 's recent work, many comedians use their platform on the streaming service to explain their unconventional views on everything from male toxicity to cancel culture. Robbie Praw, Netflix's director of original standup comedy programming, told CNN Business in an email that Meyers came to the company with "this clever idea" and "we're thrilled he was able to take advantage of the Netflix experience in such a amusing and innovative way". (more...)
- November 06, 2019
From Hannah Gadsby's Nanette to Dave Chappelle 's recent work, many comedians use their platform on the streaming service to explain their unconventional views on everything from male toxicity to cancel culture. Robbie Praw, Netflix's director of original standup comedy programming, told CNN Business in an email that Meyers came to the company with "this clever idea" and "we're thrilled he was able to take advantage of the Netflix experience in such a amusing and innovative way". (more...)
Former Call of Duty caster CouRage leaves Twitch for YouTube
- November 06, 2019
According to YouTube, the stickers are being introduced following the success of a prior feature called super chats which allows users to purchase a message that stands out in a stream's chat. YouTube is the largest global gaming platform where over 200 million gamers watch over 50 billion hours of gaming. Back again in May possibly, Twitch released subscriber-only streams, which drew criticism throughout the board, and the site's popularity doesn't feel to have enhanced because then. (more...)
- November 06, 2019
According to YouTube, the stickers are being introduced following the success of a prior feature called super chats which allows users to purchase a message that stands out in a stream's chat. YouTube is the largest global gaming platform where over 200 million gamers watch over 50 billion hours of gaming. Back again in May possibly, Twitch released subscriber-only streams, which drew criticism throughout the board, and the site's popularity doesn't feel to have enhanced because then. (more...)
Freedom House: Social Media Increasingly Conduit for Surveillance and Voter Manipulation
- November 06, 2019
Last month, Facebook sued NSO Group, an Israeli surveillance firm, for using the WhatsApp messaging service to hack the phones of some 1,400 dissidents, journalists, diplomats, officials and others for their clients, understood to be governments and spy agencies. (more...)
- November 06, 2019
Last month, Facebook sued NSO Group, an Israeli surveillance firm, for using the WhatsApp messaging service to hack the phones of some 1,400 dissidents, journalists, diplomats, officials and others for their clients, understood to be governments and spy agencies. (more...)
AT&T fined $60M for misleading with 'unlimited' plans
- November 06, 2019
He went on to blast AT&T's unlimited data plans as an example of a mobile carrier holding too much power over the market. Specifically, to customers who'd signed up for unlimited plans before 2011 but were throttled by AT&T. This is how business works. The company had fought the FTC in court, saying it had no jurisdiction to bring the case, but lost in 2018. The Federal Communications Commission fined AT&T $ 100 million in 2015 over similar allegations. (more...)
- November 06, 2019
He went on to blast AT&T's unlimited data plans as an example of a mobile carrier holding too much power over the market. Specifically, to customers who'd signed up for unlimited plans before 2011 but were throttled by AT&T. This is how business works. The company had fought the FTC in court, saying it had no jurisdiction to bring the case, but lost in 2018. The Federal Communications Commission fined AT&T $ 100 million in 2015 over similar allegations. (more...)
Researchers Find out That You Can Hack Voice Assistants Using Lasers
- November 06, 2019
Turns out laser pointers are good for more than just confusing cats. Microphones in smart devices translate sound into electrical signals, which communicate commands to the device. "Customer trust is our top priority and we take customer security and the security of our products seriously", an Amazon spokesperson told Fox News via email. (more...)
- November 06, 2019
Turns out laser pointers are good for more than just confusing cats. Microphones in smart devices translate sound into electrical signals, which communicate commands to the device. "Customer trust is our top priority and we take customer security and the security of our products seriously", an Amazon spokesperson told Fox News via email. (more...)
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