Industry
Huawei CEO says United States ban will wipe away $30bn in revenue
- June 17, 2019
After finishing with revenues over $100 billion - 721 billion yuan - for 2018, Huawei is expecting to drop $30 billion of revenue from its forecast due to the trade war with the United States . The firms aren't disputing that using Huawei's tech in 5G networks could pose a threat to national security, but they argue that its smartphones and servers, which use commonly available parts, are unlikely to present the same risk. (more...)
- June 17, 2019
After finishing with revenues over $100 billion - 721 billion yuan - for 2018, Huawei is expecting to drop $30 billion of revenue from its forecast due to the trade war with the United States . The firms aren't disputing that using Huawei's tech in 5G networks could pose a threat to national security, but they argue that its smartphones and servers, which use commonly available parts, are unlikely to present the same risk. (more...)
Forget renders - real Google Pixel 4 spotted in the wild
- June 16, 2019
While the Pixel 4 seems to settle with dual cameras, the 2019 iPhones will sport triple rear cameras. While most brands keep mum about future phone launches, Google has officially tweeted an image of the Pixel 4 smartphone. As a result, the next-generation device will reportedly omit the rear-mounted fingerprint detector for locking and unlocking the phone - a feature that was included in the Pixel 3. (more...)
- June 16, 2019
While the Pixel 4 seems to settle with dual cameras, the 2019 iPhones will sport triple rear cameras. While most brands keep mum about future phone launches, Google has officially tweeted an image of the Pixel 4 smartphone. As a result, the next-generation device will reportedly omit the rear-mounted fingerprint detector for locking and unlocking the phone - a feature that was included in the Pixel 3. (more...)
Huawei delays launch of Mate X foldable phone after Samsung debacle
- June 16, 2019
Huawei said its foldable phone will launch in September, slightly later than it was reportedly set to, after its main competitor Samsung had to call off their Galaxy Fold due to technical problems. Huawei is now cautious after Samsung's disaster with the Galaxy Fold and is taking some actions to make sure history doesn't repeat itself. Huawei confirmed to the BBC that the Mate X is expected to launch in September 2019. (more...)
- June 16, 2019
Huawei said its foldable phone will launch in September, slightly later than it was reportedly set to, after its main competitor Samsung had to call off their Galaxy Fold due to technical problems. Huawei is now cautious after Samsung's disaster with the Galaxy Fold and is taking some actions to make sure history doesn't repeat itself. Huawei confirmed to the BBC that the Mate X is expected to launch in September 2019. (more...)
Apple likely has several new MacBooks in the works, registration suggests
- June 16, 2019
In the mix were all of the following: A2141, A2147, A2158, A2159, A2179, A2182, and A2251. This year Apple seems to have followed the idea of "Think Different" as it moved away from conventional launch dates and reveals for products. It might be released later this year, given that the MacBook Pro was given a refresh very recently. But aside from a possible new MacBook and MacBook Air , there's also the 16-inch MacBook Pro . (more...)
- June 16, 2019
In the mix were all of the following: A2141, A2147, A2158, A2159, A2179, A2182, and A2251. This year Apple seems to have followed the idea of "Think Different" as it moved away from conventional launch dates and reveals for products. It might be released later this year, given that the MacBook Pro was given a refresh very recently. But aside from a possible new MacBook and MacBook Air , there's also the 16-inch MacBook Pro . (more...)
Samsung's Giant MicroLED TVs, The Wall Luxury, to Launch in July
- June 16, 2019
The Wall Luxury also features self-emitting diodes with 100,000 hours of life, which means the screen never turns off but changes into a "digital canvas" in keeping with its surroundings. Thanks to the bezel-less infinity design, the screen can be customised with decor frames to blend into the wall it's being installed. Users can leave the massive TV turned on when not watching it, as its ambient mode can display a variety of art pieces with digital frames. (more...)
- June 16, 2019
The Wall Luxury also features self-emitting diodes with 100,000 hours of life, which means the screen never turns off but changes into a "digital canvas" in keeping with its surroundings. Thanks to the bezel-less infinity design, the screen can be customised with decor frames to blend into the wall it's being installed. Users can leave the massive TV turned on when not watching it, as its ambient mode can display a variety of art pieces with digital frames. (more...)
Huawei to Trademark its Own OS Hongmeng Following US Ban
- June 16, 2019
Since the Huawei Mate X was announced before the company was placed on the US Entity List, the device will still be able to launch with Android and Google Play support. According to data from UN's World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Huawei has filed to trademark Hongmeng in Cambodia, Canada, Peru, South Korea and New Zealand. (more...)
- June 16, 2019
Since the Huawei Mate X was announced before the company was placed on the US Entity List, the device will still be able to launch with Android and Google Play support. According to data from UN's World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Huawei has filed to trademark Hongmeng in Cambodia, Canada, Peru, South Korea and New Zealand. (more...)
Huawei is putting ads on its smartphone lock screens with no warning
- June 16, 2019
Users can get rid of the ads by changing to a different wallpaper. The ads don't seem to be limited to a certain region or country - they're appearing on devices in the UK, Netherlands , Ireland , South Africa , Norway , and Germany , at the very least. (more...)
- June 16, 2019
Users can get rid of the ads by changing to a different wallpaper. The ads don't seem to be limited to a certain region or country - they're appearing on devices in the UK, Netherlands , Ireland , South Africa , Norway , and Germany , at the very least. (more...)
Registers working again as Target fixes glitch that caused outage
- June 16, 2019
Target acknowledged the checkout headaches in a tweet and apologized for the inconvenience without providing a timetable for fixing the problem. A store clerk in Chicago told WXYZ cashiers are now working to service customers manually. FOX 8 will provide more updates as they become available. Target confirmed that the outage was not related to a data breach or security issue. Target employees are working to service customers manually. (more...)
- June 16, 2019
Target acknowledged the checkout headaches in a tweet and apologized for the inconvenience without providing a timetable for fixing the problem. A store clerk in Chicago told WXYZ cashiers are now working to service customers manually. FOX 8 will provide more updates as they become available. Target confirmed that the outage was not related to a data breach or security issue. Target employees are working to service customers manually. (more...)
Vivo Z1Pro To Launch In India Soon: Specifications And Expected Price
- June 15, 2019
Vivo is targetting the mid-range segment with this device, to compete with the likes of the Samsung M40, the Realme 3 Pro as well as the upcoming slew of devices from Xiaomi. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 SoC powers the Vivo Z5x. It also comes with Vivo's exclusive Fast Charging technology to re-juice quicker than ever. The Vivo smartphone will also offer a triple-lens rear camera. (more...)
- June 15, 2019
Vivo is targetting the mid-range segment with this device, to compete with the likes of the Samsung M40, the Realme 3 Pro as well as the upcoming slew of devices from Xiaomi. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 SoC powers the Vivo Z5x. It also comes with Vivo's exclusive Fast Charging technology to re-juice quicker than ever. The Vivo smartphone will also offer a triple-lens rear camera. (more...)
Facebook’s new research app pays users for sharing their data
- June 15, 2019
App activity names, which may show us the names of app features participants are using . The development comes nearly more than a month after the internet giant made it easy for Google users to sign in to their accounts on their laptops or PCs using their Android smartphones as hardware security keys. (more...)
- June 15, 2019
App activity names, which may show us the names of app features participants are using . The development comes nearly more than a month after the internet giant made it easy for Google users to sign in to their accounts on their laptops or PCs using their Android smartphones as hardware security keys. (more...)
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Erdrick Dragon Quest DLC Revealed
- June 15, 2019
Ultimate's next DLC character. He comes at the end to give the stand-in player character a hefty bill for their private island getaway. Especially after Kumazaki Shinya, Director at HAL Laboratory and supervisor for Smash Bros , posted a picture of Kirby on a Dragon Quest shield - but to have it all official and settled is another thing entirely. (more...)
- June 15, 2019
Ultimate's next DLC character. He comes at the end to give the stand-in player character a hefty bill for their private island getaway. Especially after Kumazaki Shinya, Director at HAL Laboratory and supervisor for Smash Bros , posted a picture of Kirby on a Dragon Quest shield - but to have it all official and settled is another thing entirely. (more...)
Folding phones saga unravels as AT&T cancels Samsung phone orders
- June 14, 2019
Today's announcement makes makes no mention of when consumers will be able to get their hands on Samsung's phone, or how much it will cost when, or if, it does. Galaxy A50 also comes with a huge 6.4-inch full HD+ Super AMOLED Inifinity-U display and a 4,000mAh battery to power the display. It is important to note that Galaxy A10e under Galaxy A Series is offered as more affordable iteration with inferior specs. (more...)
- June 14, 2019
Today's announcement makes makes no mention of when consumers will be able to get their hands on Samsung's phone, or how much it will cost when, or if, it does. Galaxy A50 also comes with a huge 6.4-inch full HD+ Super AMOLED Inifinity-U display and a 4,000mAh battery to power the display. It is important to note that Galaxy A10e under Galaxy A Series is offered as more affordable iteration with inferior specs. (more...)
La Liga Fined For Allegedly Tracking Users' Phone Unethically
- June 14, 2019
With millions of downloads, the app was reportedly being used to surveil bars in an effort to catch establishments playing matches on television without a licence. 'As a result, it will challenge the ruling in court to demonstrate that its actions have always been responsible and in accordance with the law'. (more...)
- June 14, 2019
With millions of downloads, the app was reportedly being used to surveil bars in an effort to catch establishments playing matches on television without a licence. 'As a result, it will challenge the ruling in court to demonstrate that its actions have always been responsible and in accordance with the law'. (more...)
Apple and Microsoft are Working Together on a New iCloud for Windows
- June 14, 2019
Users can now easily access photos, videos, mail, calendars, files, and other information from their iCloud accounts from their PC or smartphone. Users can also manage their iCloud storage, and upgrade it through iCloud for Windows app . (more...)
- June 14, 2019
Users can now easily access photos, videos, mail, calendars, files, and other information from their iCloud accounts from their PC or smartphone. Users can also manage their iCloud storage, and upgrade it through iCloud for Windows app . (more...)
Apple’s iOS 13 update includes feature to prolong battery life
- June 14, 2019
The upcoming successor to the iPhone XR will have a bigger battery compared to the one powering the existing model, according to a new report. Apple recently launched an ad campaign touting the long-lasting battery of the iPhone XR, which has been Apple's best seller in the us since it launched last fall with the iPhone XS and XS Max. (more...)
- June 14, 2019
The upcoming successor to the iPhone XR will have a bigger battery compared to the one powering the existing model, according to a new report. Apple recently launched an ad campaign touting the long-lasting battery of the iPhone XR, which has been Apple's best seller in the us since it launched last fall with the iPhone XS and XS Max. (more...)
Huawei's New Laptop Launch Further Shrouded in Mystery Following Contradicting Reports
- June 14, 2019
The product was set to be revealed at the ongoing CES 2019 Asia show in Shanghai, but trade sanctions from the US government are restricting Huawei's ability to use American products such as Intel processors and Windows operating systems. (more...)
- June 14, 2019
The product was set to be revealed at the ongoing CES 2019 Asia show in Shanghai, but trade sanctions from the US government are restricting Huawei's ability to use American products such as Intel processors and Windows operating systems. (more...)
TurboGrafx-16, PC Engine Mini joins retro console crowd
- June 14, 2019
No word on how many games there will be in total, though, nor on pricing or a release date. The TurboGrafx was the third competitor in the 16-bit console wars-and while it was never as big as the Super Nintendo or Sega Genesis, it had a respectable catalog of hard-to-find exclusives. (more...)
- June 14, 2019
No word on how many games there will be in total, though, nor on pricing or a release date. The TurboGrafx was the third competitor in the 16-bit console wars-and while it was never as big as the Super Nintendo or Sega Genesis, it had a respectable catalog of hard-to-find exclusives. (more...)
Marijuana delivery apps are now banned on Google Play Store
- June 14, 2019
Google has no intention of removing these apps from the Play Store , but they must now remove the shopping cart functionality. Google Play Store introduced a major series of changes in its policies for every app to follow. This is something that depends from one Android device brand to another, but you should head over to the settings of the Google Play Store and look for the Clean Cache option. (more...)
- June 14, 2019
Google has no intention of removing these apps from the Play Store , but they must now remove the shopping cart functionality. Google Play Store introduced a major series of changes in its policies for every app to follow. This is something that depends from one Android device brand to another, but you should head over to the settings of the Google Play Store and look for the Clean Cache option. (more...)
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening Nintendo Treehouse
- June 13, 2019
If you missed it earlier, Nintendo shared a new trailer, details, and screenshots of the remake. Nintendo showcased 30 minutes of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening gameplay during its Nintendo Treehouse: Live stream at E3 2019 . (more...)
- June 13, 2019
If you missed it earlier, Nintendo shared a new trailer, details, and screenshots of the remake. Nintendo showcased 30 minutes of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening gameplay during its Nintendo Treehouse: Live stream at E3 2019 . (more...)
Complete Luigi's Mansion 3 Preorder Guide for Nintendo Switch
- June 13, 2019
The aim of ScareScraper is to climb to the top of the Mansion by clearing each and every room on either 5 floors, 10 floors or a random number of floors within a certain time limit. ScareScraper mode can be played online or locally with up to eight players on four Nintendo Switch systems. Gooigi's only weakness? Water. The player can change between Luigi and Gooigi to overcome obstacles like fences and spikes, Nintendo said. (more...)
- June 13, 2019
The aim of ScareScraper is to climb to the top of the Mansion by clearing each and every room on either 5 floors, 10 floors or a random number of floors within a certain time limit. ScareScraper mode can be played online or locally with up to eight players on four Nintendo Switch systems. Gooigi's only weakness? Water. The player can change between Luigi and Gooigi to overcome obstacles like fences and spikes, Nintendo said. (more...)
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