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Wildlands Server Downtime, Free Weekend Detailed Ahead of Ghost War Launch
- October 10, 2017
Ubisoft will be slashing the price of the game by 50%. This weekend will offer the whole game including the new Ghost War mode and it can be preloaded through the PlayStation Store , Xbox Live Store or Uplay . For those interested in trying out Ghost War for themselves, a free weekend is also inbound, running from October 12 at 12 AM PT to October 16 at 12 AM PT, and includes full access to the open world of Wildlands . (more...)
- October 10, 2017
Ubisoft will be slashing the price of the game by 50%. This weekend will offer the whole game including the new Ghost War mode and it can be preloaded through the PlayStation Store , Xbox Live Store or Uplay . For those interested in trying out Ghost War for themselves, a free weekend is also inbound, running from October 12 at 12 AM PT to October 16 at 12 AM PT, and includes full access to the open world of Wildlands . (more...)
3D Touch App Switching Gesture Returns in iOS 11.1 Beta 2
- October 10, 2017
There are several new food choices too in the iOS 11.1 emojis. On the flipside, many worry that it will significantly worsen battery life. So, what all will we see? The tech giant has been steadily increasing its collection of emoji available to iPhone , iPad and Mac users over recent years, and over the weekend they announced hundreds of new icons are coming. (more...)
- October 10, 2017
There are several new food choices too in the iOS 11.1 emojis. On the flipside, many worry that it will significantly worsen battery life. So, what all will we see? The tech giant has been steadily increasing its collection of emoji available to iPhone , iPad and Mac users over recent years, and over the weekend they announced hundreds of new icons are coming. (more...)
Loon and Musk to revive Puerto Rico
- October 10, 2017
The FCC announcement came from Matthew Berry , chief of staff to the agency's chairman, Ajit Pai, on Twitter. Alphabet's Project Loon was unveiled in 2013 with the ambitious goal of bringing "balloon-powered Internet [to] everyone" on Earth. (more...)
- October 10, 2017
The FCC announcement came from Matthew Berry , chief of staff to the agency's chairman, Ajit Pai, on Twitter. Alphabet's Project Loon was unveiled in 2013 with the ambitious goal of bringing "balloon-powered Internet [to] everyone" on Earth. (more...)
New Overwatch Halloween Skins Have Leaked
- October 10, 2017
Halloween Terror 2017 begins in Overwatch October 10. If Halloween Terror is anything like previous year, we're likely to see a return of Junkenstein's Revenge , a 4-player cooperative horde mode, pitting your group of heroes against endlessly spawning minions. (more...)
- October 10, 2017
Halloween Terror 2017 begins in Overwatch October 10. If Halloween Terror is anything like previous year, we're likely to see a return of Junkenstein's Revenge , a 4-player cooperative horde mode, pitting your group of heroes against endlessly spawning minions. (more...)
GM buys tech firm Strobe in self-driving vehicle development
- October 09, 2017
In 2017, the carmaker began producing all-electric Chevy Bolt EVs equipped with Cruise's integrated technology while also testing the systems in the San Francisco Bay Area. In autonomous cars, LiDAR uses lasers to scan the environment, creating a 3D rendering that gives the auto a better understanding of the world than it could get using only cameras or radar. (more...)
- October 09, 2017
In 2017, the carmaker began producing all-electric Chevy Bolt EVs equipped with Cruise's integrated technology while also testing the systems in the San Francisco Bay Area. In autonomous cars, LiDAR uses lasers to scan the environment, creating a 3D rendering that gives the auto a better understanding of the world than it could get using only cameras or radar. (more...)
No, your iPhone does not slow down with age
- October 09, 2017
While the release of new iPhone updates, such as iOS 11, often cause users to speculate their devices have slowed down, the researchers found that devices running iOS 9, 10 and 11 operated at consistent speeds. (34351941) Notifications Resolved Issues • App notifications forwarded from iPhone to Apple Watch now show their app icon. The growing complexity of apps is also a possible reason some users find their old iPhone slowing. (more...)
- October 09, 2017
While the release of new iPhone updates, such as iOS 11, often cause users to speculate their devices have slowed down, the researchers found that devices running iOS 9, 10 and 11 operated at consistent speeds. (34351941) Notifications Resolved Issues • App notifications forwarded from iPhone to Apple Watch now show their app icon. The growing complexity of apps is also a possible reason some users find their old iPhone slowing. (more...)
Easy Hack Lets You Add More Games to the SNES Classic Edition
- October 09, 2017
The kinks have been ironed out of the early builds that began circulating last week. Alternatively, you can follow this SNES Classic hacking guide posted on Neogaf . You can tell the games that were added from the original library by the 3D box art. In English-speaking territories you should aim to use US-region ROMs where possible, to avoid a clash between the United States 50Hz and PAL (European) 60Hz refresh rates. (more...)
- October 09, 2017
The kinks have been ironed out of the early builds that began circulating last week. Alternatively, you can follow this SNES Classic hacking guide posted on Neogaf . You can tell the games that were added from the original library by the 3D box art. In English-speaking territories you should aim to use US-region ROMs where possible, to avoid a clash between the United States 50Hz and PAL (European) 60Hz refresh rates. (more...)
Google uncovers 'Russia-backed' ads Gmail
- October 09, 2017
For Facebook and now Google, the ongoing controversy and multiple investigations by lawmakers into the problem further undermines their standing at a time when there are growing questions by advertisers around a lack of transparency in the digital media supply chain. (more...)
- October 09, 2017
For Facebook and now Google, the ongoing controversy and multiple investigations by lawmakers into the problem further undermines their standing at a time when there are growing questions by advertisers around a lack of transparency in the digital media supply chain. (more...)
OnePlus 5T with edge-to-edge display to come in November
- October 09, 2017
While dwindling OnePlus 5 stocks might indicate at an imminent launch, early reports had claimed that the OnePlus 6 will be launched in early 2018 - possible January. The reason given for this is that since last year launched the OnePlus 3T with an improved processor and better front-facing camera, this year the firm has nothing new to incorporate. (more...)
- October 09, 2017
While dwindling OnePlus 5 stocks might indicate at an imminent launch, early reports had claimed that the OnePlus 6 will be launched in early 2018 - possible January. The reason given for this is that since last year launched the OnePlus 3T with an improved processor and better front-facing camera, this year the firm has nothing new to incorporate. (more...)
WhatsApp's Business app APK available for download
- October 09, 2017
We managed to download the WhatsApp for Business app but it seems that the registration for Business profile is linked to a limited number of mobile numbers of beta testers that WhatsApp has recorded in its database. The business owner can register a different mobile number for this particular app, according to the instructions. One of the most interesting and useful of these concerns landline compatibility. (more...)
- October 09, 2017
We managed to download the WhatsApp for Business app but it seems that the registration for Business profile is linked to a limited number of mobile numbers of beta testers that WhatsApp has recorded in its database. The business owner can register a different mobile number for this particular app, according to the instructions. One of the most interesting and useful of these concerns landline compatibility. (more...)
Microsoft finally puts the brakes on Windows Mobile
- October 09, 2017
What is more ironic is the fact that Belfiore himself has switched away from Windows Phone platform because of the lack of apps, more diversity in the number and type of apps along with the diversity in the type of hardware available. In a series of tweets , Belfiore said that building new features for Windows Phone and launching new handsets are no longer a "focus" for the company. (more...)
- October 09, 2017
What is more ironic is the fact that Belfiore himself has switched away from Windows Phone platform because of the lack of apps, more diversity in the number and type of apps along with the diversity in the type of hardware available. In a series of tweets , Belfiore said that building new features for Windows Phone and launching new handsets are no longer a "focus" for the company. (more...)
Is iPhone 8 possessed by Galaxy Note 7 ghost? Apple is investigating
- October 08, 2017
It is not yet known whether these are isolated incidents or part of a wider problem but Apple is said to be looking into the issue. Whilst there are nearly always a few incidents of this kind for new iPhone models, it certainly seems like there have been more than usual for the launch of the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus . (more...)
- October 08, 2017
It is not yet known whether these are isolated incidents or part of a wider problem but Apple is said to be looking into the issue. Whilst there are nearly always a few incidents of this kind for new iPhone models, it certainly seems like there have been more than usual for the launch of the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus . (more...)
Google launches Google Home Min and Max
- October 08, 2017
In fact, the Google Home Max is quite a bit larger than the standard Google Home . Unfortuntly, Google haven't included an audio output jack, this means you can not use your Google Home Mini as an audio source for your home theatre setup or as media streaming center. (more...)
- October 08, 2017
In fact, the Google Home Max is quite a bit larger than the standard Google Home . Unfortuntly, Google haven't included an audio output jack, this means you can not use your Google Home Mini as an audio source for your home theatre setup or as media streaming center. (more...)
Oh Yeah, Pixel 2 Reaction Time
- October 07, 2017
This year, they said "we don't set aside the better features for the larger device", while presenting an evidently better design on the Pixel 2 XL . The fast charging with an 18W charger is something to behold and, for me at least , negates any requirement for wireless charging; plug it in for 15 minutes and get an extra 7 hours of use. (more...)
- October 07, 2017
This year, they said "we don't set aside the better features for the larger device", while presenting an evidently better design on the Pixel 2 XL . The fast charging with an 18W charger is something to behold and, for me at least , negates any requirement for wireless charging; plug it in for 15 minutes and get an extra 7 hours of use. (more...)
Game online on Xbox One and 360 for free this weekend
- October 07, 2017
The beta for Star Wars Battlefront II is now underway, allowing players to dive into the upcoming shooter from EA, but some have expressed concerns about the microtransactions in the game, and how they'll affect the full game upon release. (more...)
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- October 07, 2017
The beta for Star Wars Battlefront II is now underway, allowing players to dive into the upcoming shooter from EA, but some have expressed concerns about the microtransactions in the game, and how they'll affect the full game upon release. (more...)
HP Too Is Done Making Windows Phone Handsets
- October 07, 2017
Lazaridis explained this change of direction, stating , " Microsoft , as all companies do, decided on a change in strategy and so they are less focused on what they thought they would be focused on today". He mentioned that HP wanted to release several Elite x3 branded products. Unfortunately for HP, Microsoft is for all intents and purposes winding down it smartphone operations, including its commitment to Windows 10 Mobile . (more...)
- October 07, 2017
Lazaridis explained this change of direction, stating , " Microsoft , as all companies do, decided on a change in strategy and so they are less focused on what they thought they would be focused on today". He mentioned that HP wanted to release several Elite x3 branded products. Unfortunately for HP, Microsoft is for all intents and purposes winding down it smartphone operations, including its commitment to Windows 10 Mobile . (more...)
Google Building Their Own Smart Screen Device
- October 07, 2017
It will also double as a smart hub to control smart devices from the likes of Nest. Google might deal with its own particular rendition of Amazon's Echo Show . Front-facing cameras on the device enable video calling. If you have more than one Echo Show, Echo, Echo Plus or Echo Dot, Alexa uses ESP (Echo Spatial Perception) to respond from the Echo you're closest to. (more...)
- October 07, 2017
It will also double as a smart hub to control smart devices from the likes of Nest. Google might deal with its own particular rendition of Amazon's Echo Show . Front-facing cameras on the device enable video calling. If you have more than one Echo Show, Echo, Echo Plus or Echo Dot, Alexa uses ESP (Echo Spatial Perception) to respond from the Echo you're closest to. (more...)
Did you see the Harvest Moon on Thursday?
- October 07, 2017
Pete Lawrence, The Telegraph's Night Sky columnist, explains: "Normally, the Harvest Moon is September's full Moon". 2018's Harvest Moon is supposed to happen in September as well. The moon gets its name because it rises shortly after sunset . The phenomenon was highly anticipated because the last one happened nearly a century ago. (more...)
- October 07, 2017
Pete Lawrence, The Telegraph's Night Sky columnist, explains: "Normally, the Harvest Moon is September's full Moon". 2018's Harvest Moon is supposed to happen in September as well. The moon gets its name because it rises shortly after sunset . The phenomenon was highly anticipated because the last one happened nearly a century ago. (more...)
Apple IPhone 8 Has Battery Issue
- October 06, 2017
Last week, there were two reports of split open iPhone 8 Plus units. The issue shouldn't be directly compared to what transpired with the Galaxy Note7 past year as the iPhone 8's don't appear to be exploding, just cracking open due to a swollen battery. (more...)
- October 06, 2017
Last week, there were two reports of split open iPhone 8 Plus units. The issue shouldn't be directly compared to what transpired with the Galaxy Note7 past year as the iPhone 8's don't appear to be exploding, just cracking open due to a swollen battery. (more...)
Apple Says It Fixed High Sierra's Password Leaking Problem
- October 06, 2017
The bug was discovered by security expert Matheus Mariano on September 27, and the collective response it got from experts was one of disbelief. Called the " macOS High Sierra 10.13 Supplemental Update ", the new update fixes two risky bugs in High Sierra, both of which exposed user passwords in some way. (more...)
- October 06, 2017
The bug was discovered by security expert Matheus Mariano on September 27, and the collective response it got from experts was one of disbelief. Called the " macOS High Sierra 10.13 Supplemental Update ", the new update fixes two risky bugs in High Sierra, both of which exposed user passwords in some way. (more...)
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