Industry
Intel Is Reportedly Working On A Foldable Surface Smartphone
- January 31, 2019
Dubbed for "Electronic Device with Foldable Display Panels", the patent shows the sample drawings of a device that features three displays, which when unfolded will become a tablet. The foldable smartphone has three display areas of equal size, with the sides folding behind the middle section. This way you can easily and stably place the foldable phone on a table, or any other flat surface. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
Dubbed for "Electronic Device with Foldable Display Panels", the patent shows the sample drawings of a device that features three displays, which when unfolded will become a tablet. The foldable smartphone has three display areas of equal size, with the sides folding behind the middle section. This way you can easily and stably place the foldable phone on a table, or any other flat surface. (more...)
Xiaomi Redmi Go is on pre-order in the Philippines for $75
- January 31, 2019
Xiaomi introduced its first Android Go smartphone called Redmi Go . The Redmi Go is available for booking on Lazada and costs only PHP3,990, or about $76/66. Front camera: The Xiaomi Redmi Go Android Go phone comes with a single camera of 5MP. We will be able to give the final verdict after the India launch of the phone. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
Xiaomi introduced its first Android Go smartphone called Redmi Go . The Redmi Go is available for booking on Lazada and costs only PHP3,990, or about $76/66. Front camera: The Xiaomi Redmi Go Android Go phone comes with a single camera of 5MP. We will be able to give the final verdict after the India launch of the phone. (more...)
Apple to Prepare News App in iOS 12.2
- January 31, 2019
While trying the iOS 12 .2 beta might be tempting, most iPhone , iPad, and iPod touch users are better off staying put on an official version of iOS. You can set the amount of time you and your kids can spend each day on specific apps. A hands-free voice command for the next generation of Apple AirPods . (more...)
- January 31, 2019
While trying the iOS 12 .2 beta might be tempting, most iPhone , iPad, and iPod touch users are better off staying put on an official version of iOS. You can set the amount of time you and your kids can spend each day on specific apps. A hands-free voice command for the next generation of Apple AirPods . (more...)
Apples next-gen, low-cost iPad may skip Face ID
- January 31, 2019
The iPad 11.1, iPad 11.2, iPad 11.3 and iPad 11.4 designations all relate to WiFi and cellular models but each lack in Face ID. Also found within iOS 12.2 is a mention of an iPod 9,1. Face ID is expensive to implement, and the new iPads are rumoured to be marketed as affordable models using low-cost display panels. Both the iPad and iPad mini now rely on Touch ID and have done 2014 and the dawn of the iPad Air 2 and mini 3. (more...)
- January 31, 2019
The iPad 11.1, iPad 11.2, iPad 11.3 and iPad 11.4 designations all relate to WiFi and cellular models but each lack in Face ID. Also found within iOS 12.2 is a mention of an iPod 9,1. Face ID is expensive to implement, and the new iPads are rumoured to be marketed as affordable models using low-cost display panels. Both the iPad and iPad mini now rely on Touch ID and have done 2014 and the dawn of the iPad Air 2 and mini 3. (more...)
Apple bans Facebook from tech tools for tracking teen browsing habits
- January 30, 2019
In March 2018, Facebook became embroiled in a scandal over the Cambridge Analytica research firm and its sharing of data on as many as 87 million Facebook users. However, the report explains that the company tried to hide the fact that it's a Facebook app, at least until the user or their parents signed up for it. (more...)
- January 30, 2019
In March 2018, Facebook became embroiled in a scandal over the Cambridge Analytica research firm and its sharing of data on as many as 87 million Facebook users. However, the report explains that the company tried to hide the fact that it's a Facebook app, at least until the user or their parents signed up for it. (more...)
Artificial Intelligence Chips Market 2019 Strategic Overview - Google, Intel, NVIDIA, AMD
- January 30, 2019
HTF Market Report global research and market intelligence consulting organization is uniquely positioned to not only identify growth opportunities but to also empower and inspire you to create visionary growth strategies for futures, enabled by our extraordinary depth and breadth of thought leadership, research, tools, events and experience that assist you for making goals into a reality. (more...)
- January 30, 2019
HTF Market Report global research and market intelligence consulting organization is uniquely positioned to not only identify growth opportunities but to also empower and inspire you to create visionary growth strategies for futures, enabled by our extraordinary depth and breadth of thought leadership, research, tools, events and experience that assist you for making goals into a reality. (more...)
Super Smash Bros Ultimate 2.0.0 Actually Has Patch Notes
- January 30, 2019
The fighter is now only available for those who have bought and registered their copy of Super Smash Bros . If you received a code for Piranha Plant, you can redeem it up until the end of June 2019. If you're interested in seeing who has been buffed and nerfed, you can check out the complete balance patch notes . In multiplayer Spirit Board, the challenge will be lost if any player is KOed. (more...)
- January 30, 2019
The fighter is now only available for those who have bought and registered their copy of Super Smash Bros . If you received a code for Piranha Plant, you can redeem it up until the end of June 2019. If you're interested in seeing who has been buffed and nerfed, you can check out the complete balance patch notes . In multiplayer Spirit Board, the challenge will be lost if any player is KOed. (more...)
Xbox Games with Gold for February 2019: Star Wars, Bomberman, and more
- January 30, 2019
Be sure to download all four of these games next month because many of them are great experiences. Whether you are feeling a light-hearted challenge with Super Bomberman R , or looking to get your gore on with Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon , there's quite the selection spanning across genres for the next month. (more...)
- January 30, 2019
Be sure to download all four of these games next month because many of them are great experiences. Whether you are feeling a light-hearted challenge with Super Bomberman R , or looking to get your gore on with Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon , there's quite the selection spanning across genres for the next month. (more...)
Gmail App Redesign Is Pretty Radical
- January 30, 2019
Google is rolling out a revamped version of Gmail on Android and iOS apps. Most interestingly (for those of us that watch Google's UI design patterns, anyway), it features a new account switch interface - the user's profile image is displayed at the top right of the app, and opens the switch control when tapped. (more...)
- January 30, 2019
Google is rolling out a revamped version of Gmail on Android and iOS apps. Most interestingly (for those of us that watch Google's UI design patterns, anyway), it features a new account switch interface - the user's profile image is displayed at the top right of the app, and opens the switch control when tapped. (more...)
EA amends Federation Internationale de Football Association loot boxes in Belgium after regulators increase pressure
- January 30, 2019
In FIFA's Ultimate Team mode (FUT), players can use real world money to buy FIFA Points which can then be spent on packs containing a mixture of mystery footballers to use in their team. Any players in Belgium that have existing FIFA Points in their accounts can continue to use them, but they will not be able to purchase more. EA apologized for the inconvenience and said that the change "is not material to our financial performance". (more...)
- January 30, 2019
In FIFA's Ultimate Team mode (FUT), players can use real world money to buy FIFA Points which can then be spent on packs containing a mixture of mystery footballers to use in their team. Any players in Belgium that have existing FIFA Points in their accounts can continue to use them, but they will not be able to purchase more. EA apologized for the inconvenience and said that the change "is not material to our financial performance". (more...)
Apple's battery replacement program cut into iPhone sales
- January 30, 2019
However, new iPhone 11 changes that were accidentally leaked by Barclays revealed that the most significant improvement is under the hood. Nonetheless, according to Barclays, the Cupertino-based company would implement a new antenna technology in its future iPhone 11 models. (more...)
- January 30, 2019
However, new iPhone 11 changes that were accidentally leaked by Barclays revealed that the most significant improvement is under the hood. Nonetheless, according to Barclays, the Cupertino-based company would implement a new antenna technology in its future iPhone 11 models. (more...)
Valve Calls 'Metro Exodus' Move to Epic Games Store "Unfair"
- January 29, 2019
Ever since Epic launched its Epic Games Store, Steam has been bleeding talent and games; slowly, but surely. All physical pre-orders are unaffected. As another outcome of Epic's more developer-friendly revenue terms, Deep Silver is selling the PC version of Metro Exodus in the U.S. for $50-$10 cheaper than the usual $60 price tag most new releases carry. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
Ever since Epic launched its Epic Games Store, Steam has been bleeding talent and games; slowly, but surely. All physical pre-orders are unaffected. As another outcome of Epic's more developer-friendly revenue terms, Deep Silver is selling the PC version of Metro Exodus in the U.S. for $50-$10 cheaper than the usual $60 price tag most new releases carry. (more...)
Apple self-driving vehicle layoffs are a nod to reality
- January 29, 2019
The company says that staff are being redeployed to other projects throughout the company, and that it will continue to focus on projects like machine learning. It comes after Apple hired a Doug Field, a former veteran of the firm and the former vice president of engineering of Tesla , to lead the project alongside Bob Mansfield in 2018. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
The company says that staff are being redeployed to other projects throughout the company, and that it will continue to focus on projects like machine learning. It comes after Apple hired a Doug Field, a former veteran of the firm and the former vice president of engineering of Tesla , to lead the project alongside Bob Mansfield in 2018. (more...)
Apple plans 'Netflix for games' subscription service, report claims
- January 29, 2019
Apple , remember, is also working on packaging some of its other content into a subscription offering, such as the long-rumored Apple News subscription. Apple has been emphasizing subscriptions as one of its new growth engines . While it's unclear what kinds of games would be included, a subscription service for App Store games could provide a boost to Apple's recurring revenue at a time when iPhone sales are slowing and gaming and esports are booming. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
Apple , remember, is also working on packaging some of its other content into a subscription offering, such as the long-rumored Apple News subscription. Apple has been emphasizing subscriptions as one of its new growth engines . While it's unclear what kinds of games would be included, a subscription service for App Store games could provide a boost to Apple's recurring revenue at a time when iPhone sales are slowing and gaming and esports are booming. (more...)
Apple Bug Lets iPhone Users Listen in on Others Via FaceTime
- January 29, 2019
This will cause the microphone of the person you are calling to turn on and allow the caller to listen to what is happening in the room. Apple's online support page on Tuesday said there was a technical issue with the application and that Group Facetime "is temporarily unavailable ". (more...)
- January 29, 2019
This will cause the microphone of the person you are calling to turn on and allow the caller to listen to what is happening in the room. Apple's online support page on Tuesday said there was a technical issue with the application and that Group Facetime "is temporarily unavailable ". (more...)
Radical Revamp of Facebook Apps
- January 29, 2019
Mint analyses how this will work and the implications. The Irish Data Protection Commission has called on Facebook to provide it with an "urgent briefing" on the proposals . The New York Times reported on Friday that Facebook has planned to integrate chats within WhatsApp, Messenger and Instagram. According to a report in The Wired on Saturday, to universally preserve end-to-end encryption poses a whole additional set of critical challenges for Facebook. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
Mint analyses how this will work and the implications. The Irish Data Protection Commission has called on Facebook to provide it with an "urgent briefing" on the proposals . The New York Times reported on Friday that Facebook has planned to integrate chats within WhatsApp, Messenger and Instagram. According to a report in The Wired on Saturday, to universally preserve end-to-end encryption poses a whole additional set of critical challenges for Facebook. (more...)
Apple Is Working On A 'Netflix For Games'
- January 29, 2019
While the final form of the service has not yet been determined, some industry experts believe Apple could consider applying a subscription-like structure within the App Store. Apple now takes a 30-percent cut of App Store purchases but lowers that fee to 15 percent after the first year of a subscription. "It is completely unproven in games except for some minor success from Microsoft , Sony, and Electronic Arts". (more...)
- January 29, 2019
While the final form of the service has not yet been determined, some industry experts believe Apple could consider applying a subscription-like structure within the App Store. Apple now takes a 30-percent cut of App Store purchases but lowers that fee to 15 percent after the first year of a subscription. "It is completely unproven in games except for some minor success from Microsoft , Sony, and Electronic Arts". (more...)
Samsung Galaxy M20: Quick Hands-on
- January 29, 2019
Starting with the Galaxy M10 , we've got a phone with modest internals (an ageing Exynos 7870 chipset, 2GB to 3GB of RAM, 16GB to 32GB of expandable storage), and a 6.22-inch HD+ LCD screen with a waterdrop notch. Earlier, it was reported that the Galaxy M family will initially see three phones - the Galaxy M10, M20 and M30. On the other hand, Galaxy M10 comes with only face recognition unlock feature. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
Starting with the Galaxy M10 , we've got a phone with modest internals (an ageing Exynos 7870 chipset, 2GB to 3GB of RAM, 16GB to 32GB of expandable storage), and a 6.22-inch HD+ LCD screen with a waterdrop notch. Earlier, it was reported that the Galaxy M family will initially see three phones - the Galaxy M10, M20 and M30. On the other hand, Galaxy M10 comes with only face recognition unlock feature. (more...)
Apple to patch privacy bug in video calling feature
- January 29, 2019
A serious Apple iOS bug has been discovered that allows FaceTime users to access the microphone and front facing camera of who they are calling even if the person does not answer the call. Since Apple isn't approaching this problem with enough urgency, we recommend disabling FaceTime for now. It's likely that the update will be included in the public version of iOS 12.2, the same iteration of Apple's operating system that is set to bring Apple News to Canadian iPhone users . (more...)
- January 29, 2019
A serious Apple iOS bug has been discovered that allows FaceTime users to access the microphone and front facing camera of who they are calling even if the person does not answer the call. Since Apple isn't approaching this problem with enough urgency, we recommend disabling FaceTime for now. It's likely that the update will be included in the public version of iOS 12.2, the same iteration of Apple's operating system that is set to bring Apple News to Canadian iPhone users . (more...)
Apple is eyeing its own game subscription service
- January 29, 2019
If Apple does bring the project to fruition, it would join Apple Music in its growing array of subscription services. It's not clear if the service will be an iOS-only thing, or if it will also work on Mac and more mainstream desktop games that support Mac hardware which has never really been known for gaming. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
If Apple does bring the project to fruition, it would join Apple Music in its growing array of subscription services. It's not clear if the service will be an iOS-only thing, or if it will also work on Mac and more mainstream desktop games that support Mac hardware which has never really been known for gaming. (more...)
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