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Latest Overwatch Update Adds Junkertown, Mercy & D.Va Tweaks
- September 20, 2017
Overwatch Director Jeff Kaplan said in July that Blizzard was aware of the system's shortcomings and that harsher punishments were in the works . As Twinfinite reported yesterday , the patch also brought the release of the escort map Junkertown to PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. (more...)
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- September 20, 2017
Overwatch Director Jeff Kaplan said in July that Blizzard was aware of the system's shortcomings and that harsher punishments were in the works . As Twinfinite reported yesterday , the patch also brought the release of the escort map Junkertown to PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. (more...)
The Meizu M6 gets the basics right with an budget price tag
- September 20, 2017
The Meizu M6 is made out of metal, and Meizu highlights that the metallic finish has been applied to the M6's body through Non-Conductive Vacuum Metallization (NCVM) technology. The device runs on Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box with the customized Flyme OS 6.0 laid on top. It also has mTouch fingerprint sensor embedded into the home button. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
The Meizu M6 is made out of metal, and Meizu highlights that the metallic finish has been applied to the M6's body through Non-Conductive Vacuum Metallization (NCVM) technology. The device runs on Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box with the customized Flyme OS 6.0 laid on top. It also has mTouch fingerprint sensor embedded into the home button. (more...)
Project Fi meets Android One, starting with the Moto X4
- September 20, 2017
MORE: What Is Project Fi, and Is It Worth It? The Fi Moto X4 is launching with Android 7.1 Nougat, but Google says an update to Android Oreo will be available before the end of the year. This marks the first time an Android One phone is available on Project Fi, Google's own virtual cell network, and it also marks the Moto X4's arrival in the United States (previously it was only available in a select number of countries in Europe). (more...)
- September 20, 2017
MORE: What Is Project Fi, and Is It Worth It? The Fi Moto X4 is launching with Android 7.1 Nougat, but Google says an update to Android Oreo will be available before the end of the year. This marks the first time an Android One phone is available on Project Fi, Google's own virtual cell network, and it also marks the Moto X4's arrival in the United States (previously it was only available in a select number of countries in Europe). (more...)
Billionaire's India telecom unit boosted from connection fee cut
- September 20, 2017
TRAI Chairman R S Sharma Wednesday dismissed charges of non-transparency in its decision to cut call connect rate, saying the cost calculation is objective and scientific and there is no question of "helping or harming" any operator. One telecom operator which hasn't opposed the move is Reliance Jio. In contrast, in 2012, Airtel had urged the regulators to allow interconnection usage charges on internet companies. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
TRAI Chairman R S Sharma Wednesday dismissed charges of non-transparency in its decision to cut call connect rate, saying the cost calculation is objective and scientific and there is no question of "helping or harming" any operator. One telecom operator which hasn't opposed the move is Reliance Jio. In contrast, in 2012, Airtel had urged the regulators to allow interconnection usage charges on internet companies. (more...)
Nest announces new hardware products in answer to critics
- September 20, 2017
The move comes at a time when the Palo Alto company, part of Mountain View's Alphabet, has faced pressure by some analysts to unveil new hardware products, not just iterations of its existing lineup. As you'd expect, it has a video camera (with High Dynamic Range support!) as well as night vision, a 160-degree field of view and a speaker so you can remotely see who's at the door and speak to them from the comfort of almost anywhere. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
The move comes at a time when the Palo Alto company, part of Mountain View's Alphabet, has faced pressure by some analysts to unveil new hardware products, not just iterations of its existing lineup. As you'd expect, it has a video camera (with High Dynamic Range support!) as well as night vision, a 160-degree field of view and a speaker so you can remotely see who's at the door and speak to them from the comfort of almost anywhere. (more...)
Watch Series 3 has LTE connectivity problems: reviewers
- September 20, 2017
This quarter will be a big one for Apple , but the next one is going to be even more crucial. Reviews of the Apple Watch Series 3 - which includes Global Positioning System and optional cellular connectivity for placing phone calls on the go - are out. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
This quarter will be a big one for Apple , but the next one is going to be even more crucial. Reviews of the Apple Watch Series 3 - which includes Global Positioning System and optional cellular connectivity for placing phone calls on the go - are out. (more...)
HTC Expected to Make 'Major Announcement' on Thursday, Google Acquisition Speculated
- September 20, 2017
We've also gotten details regarding the official pricing of the larger sibling of the Pixel series. Google is set to unveil the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL in just under a month. If these prices are anything to go by, Google Pixel 2 is certainly going to cost a bomb. Both the Snapdragon 835 chipset driven Pixel 2 phones are expected to come with identical specs. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
We've also gotten details regarding the official pricing of the larger sibling of the Pixel series. Google is set to unveil the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL in just under a month. If these prices are anything to go by, Google Pixel 2 is certainly going to cost a bomb. Both the Snapdragon 835 chipset driven Pixel 2 phones are expected to come with identical specs. (more...)
YouTube Gaming Ends Paid Channels; Introduces $4.99 Subscription 'Sponsorships'
- September 20, 2017
YouTube made the announcement on their Creator Blog today, sharing details of the perks sponsors receive and how creators can enable sponsorships for their channels. Like Twitch's subscriptions , which offer fans access to custom emotes, special badges and other perks, YouTube's sponsorships also include a similar set of perks, like custom badges, custom emoji in chat, and access to sponsors-only live chats, among other things. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
YouTube made the announcement on their Creator Blog today, sharing details of the perks sponsors receive and how creators can enable sponsorships for their channels. Like Twitch's subscriptions , which offer fans access to custom emotes, special badges and other perks, YouTube's sponsorships also include a similar set of perks, like custom badges, custom emoji in chat, and access to sponsors-only live chats, among other things. (more...)
Uber probes dealings in M'sia as potential DOJ suit looms
- September 20, 2017
A Bloomberg report said that in August the US Department of Justice launched a preliminary investigation into whether Uber's company managers broke US laws - namely, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act - by bribing foreign officials. He has now left the company. According to its sources, though, the law firm is also digging into how the company's execs got their hands on the private medical records of the woman who was raped by an Uber driver in India. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
A Bloomberg report said that in August the US Department of Justice launched a preliminary investigation into whether Uber's company managers broke US laws - namely, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act - by bribing foreign officials. He has now left the company. According to its sources, though, the law firm is also digging into how the company's execs got their hands on the private medical records of the woman who was raped by an Uber driver in India. (more...)
LG Q6+ (LG Q6 Plus) Launched in India - Specs and Price
- September 20, 2017
That was the LG Q6 . LG on Tuesday launched a new variant of its Q6 smartphone in India. Last month , there were reports suggesting that LG might launch another variant of its LG Q6 smartphone . An octa-core Snapdragon 435 SoC coupled with 4GB of RAM powers the phone. In terms of cameras, the smartphone is equipped with a 13-megapixel primary rear camera with different modes like Square Camera mode and more. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
That was the LG Q6 . LG on Tuesday launched a new variant of its Q6 smartphone in India. Last month , there were reports suggesting that LG might launch another variant of its LG Q6 smartphone . An octa-core Snapdragon 435 SoC coupled with 4GB of RAM powers the phone. In terms of cameras, the smartphone is equipped with a 13-megapixel primary rear camera with different modes like Square Camera mode and more. (more...)
Mitsubishi Teases e-Evolution Concept
- September 20, 2017
It was already known that Mitsubishi is planning to revive the Evo brand after it was last seen on the 2015 Lancer sold in the United Kingdom market. Something that we need to wait for till the Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept is officially showcased at the motor show in Japan. For now it's just a concept but the use of the word "flagship" in Mitsubishi's press material suggests that there is some sort of "halo" production version (perhaps in very small numbers) in its future. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
It was already known that Mitsubishi is planning to revive the Evo brand after it was last seen on the 2015 Lancer sold in the United Kingdom market. Something that we need to wait for till the Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept is officially showcased at the motor show in Japan. For now it's just a concept but the use of the word "flagship" in Mitsubishi's press material suggests that there is some sort of "halo" production version (perhaps in very small numbers) in its future. (more...)
Samsung Ultimately Lets You Disable Bixby Button
- September 20, 2017
First spotted by SamMobile , the new update now hands users of Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8 more control over how the button works, which is great. Of course, Bixby itself is not going anywhere - you'll still be able to access Bixby through your phone's menus if you disable the button . The latest update will finally let users pull the wires of the Bixby button and make it inactive. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
First spotted by SamMobile , the new update now hands users of Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8 more control over how the button works, which is great. Of course, Bixby itself is not going anywhere - you'll still be able to access Bixby through your phone's menus if you disable the button . The latest update will finally let users pull the wires of the Bixby button and make it inactive. (more...)
Sony Xperia XZ1 arrives in the US
- September 20, 2017
Finally, this phone will enter the market by the end of September 2017 in India. The front-facing camera further supports Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and smart selfie flash, which helps in taking selfies in low-light conditions. It comes with 3GB of RAM, 32GB internal storage that can be expanded up to 256GB via micro SD card slot. The connectivity options in the smartphone include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, USB OTG, USB Type-C, Bluetooth, and Global Positioning System. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Finally, this phone will enter the market by the end of September 2017 in India. The front-facing camera further supports Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and smart selfie flash, which helps in taking selfies in low-light conditions. It comes with 3GB of RAM, 32GB internal storage that can be expanded up to 256GB via micro SD card slot. The connectivity options in the smartphone include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, USB OTG, USB Type-C, Bluetooth, and Global Positioning System. (more...)
The cool new stuff you're about to download
- September 20, 2017
With iOS 11 , you get a truckload of new features but you also lose some pretty useful things. If, while updating your phone to iOS 11, you've run into problems, here's how to solve them. The three "How-to" videos show you how to retouch a photo, how to copy and paste across devices, and how to magically convert handwritten notes to type and share them. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
With iOS 11 , you get a truckload of new features but you also lose some pretty useful things. If, while updating your phone to iOS 11, you've run into problems, here's how to solve them. The three "How-to" videos show you how to retouch a photo, how to copy and paste across devices, and how to magically convert handwritten notes to type and share them. (more...)
Tim Cook reckons $999 is a value price for the iPhone X
- September 20, 2017
There's also an all-new "Super Retina" resolution, a reinforced glass design and support for wireless charging, with the iPhone X arriving with support for the Qi charging standard. Cook nodded and answered in the affirmative, seemingly prepared for the question. " Apple is not about selling the most of anything". "Our objective is not big revenues, our objective is to make the best product that enriches people's lives". (more...)
- September 20, 2017
There's also an all-new "Super Retina" resolution, a reinforced glass design and support for wireless charging, with the iPhone X arriving with support for the Qi charging standard. Cook nodded and answered in the affirmative, seemingly prepared for the question. " Apple is not about selling the most of anything". "Our objective is not big revenues, our objective is to make the best product that enriches people's lives". (more...)
United States pre-open: Stocks set for slightly higher start
- September 20, 2017
Japan's Nikkei stock index ended two per cent higher after touching its highest levels since late June, catching up to global equities gains and a weaker yen as Tokyo markets reopened after a public holiday on Monday. Britain's FTSE 100 dipped 0.1 percent to 7,272.04 in early trading and Germany's DAX added 0.1 percent to 12,567.79. It is widely expected that the central bank won't raise interest rates in the meeting, but investors are expecting the Fed to announce the unwinding of ... (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Japan's Nikkei stock index ended two per cent higher after touching its highest levels since late June, catching up to global equities gains and a weaker yen as Tokyo markets reopened after a public holiday on Monday. Britain's FTSE 100 dipped 0.1 percent to 7,272.04 in early trading and Germany's DAX added 0.1 percent to 12,567.79. It is widely expected that the central bank won't raise interest rates in the meeting, but investors are expecting the Fed to announce the unwinding of ... (more...)
Time to wreck Nazi heads in Wolfenstein II's new NSFW trailer
- September 20, 2017
Now, if you don't care and you're of age, enjoy the awesomeness that is The New Colossus . There's not too much here that we didn't already know: the game is, and has always been, about blowing Nazis away with extreme prejudice. Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus , launches on PC, PS4 and Xbox One on October 27. They've turned Manhattan into a wasteland. They've turned Manhattan into a wasteland, New Orleans is walled off and being destroyed with fire and bullets, and the rest of the Nazis ... (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Now, if you don't care and you're of age, enjoy the awesomeness that is The New Colossus . There's not too much here that we didn't already know: the game is, and has always been, about blowing Nazis away with extreme prejudice. Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus , launches on PC, PS4 and Xbox One on October 27. They've turned Manhattan into a wasteland. They've turned Manhattan into a wasteland, New Orleans is walled off and being destroyed with fire and bullets, and the rest of the Nazis ... (more...)
Microsoft's Phil Spencer Wants More Xbox and PlayStation Cross-Play
- September 20, 2017
Phil Spencer was asked by a fan on Twitter the following question: "Hey Phil, can we expect Fable anniversary to go backwards compatible with Xbox One any time soon?" Spencer, who joined Microsoft almost three decades ago, was previously a corporate vice president leading the Xbox team. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Phil Spencer was asked by a fan on Twitter the following question: "Hey Phil, can we expect Fable anniversary to go backwards compatible with Xbox One any time soon?" Spencer, who joined Microsoft almost three decades ago, was previously a corporate vice president leading the Xbox team. (more...)
Check out the new look of the OnePlus 5 JCC Limited Edition
- September 20, 2017
In addition to the OnePlus 5 JCC + device, OnePlus also launched the exclusive " Callection ", made up of holsters, bags, caps, t-shirts which will be available in Europe, North America, China, and India. The 2017 flagship has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset with a combination of either 6GB RAM and 64GB of storage or a whopping 8GB RAM and 128 of storage which cannot be expanded. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
In addition to the OnePlus 5 JCC + device, OnePlus also launched the exclusive " Callection ", made up of holsters, bags, caps, t-shirts which will be available in Europe, North America, China, and India. The 2017 flagship has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset with a combination of either 6GB RAM and 64GB of storage or a whopping 8GB RAM and 128 of storage which cannot be expanded. (more...)
Amazon debuts latest Amazon Fire HD 10, with Alexa hands
- September 20, 2017
The glasses, which would be Amazon's first wearable device, would be unlike the ill-fated Google Glass , which featured a small screen in front of the right eye. The tablet comes with a quad core 1.8GHz processor and 2GB of RAM and you can choose from 32GB and 64GB of storage. Amazon on Tuesday added a new tablet to its ever-expanding stable of hardware. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
The glasses, which would be Amazon's first wearable device, would be unlike the ill-fated Google Glass , which featured a small screen in front of the right eye. The tablet comes with a quad core 1.8GHz processor and 2GB of RAM and you can choose from 32GB and 64GB of storage. Amazon on Tuesday added a new tablet to its ever-expanding stable of hardware. (more...)
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