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The P20 and P20 Pro are receiving new updates in Europe. (Image source: Huawei)

The Huawei P20 and P20 Pro receive a new update promising system improvements

Huawei has released a new update to the P20 and P20 Pro. The update, which is rolling out in Europe, contains system stability improvements. Neither device are ever likely to receive EMUI 10.1 or EMUI 11, though.

Alex Alderson, 20 Nov 2020 15:26

The Redmi K30 Pro and POCO F2 Pro are some of the first Xiaomi devices to receive Android 11. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro, POCO F2 Pro and Mi 10 Pro receive Android 11 updates

Xiaomi has now moved onto bringing its devices onto Android 11, having already upgraded most of them to MIUI 12. The Redmi K30 Pro, POCO F2 Pro and Mi 10 Pro are some of the first handsets to receive Android 11, although those out...

Alex Alderson, 20 Nov 2020 15:20

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7S receive a new MIUI 12 update

Xiaomi has begun upgrading the Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7S to MIUI 12 in India. V12.0.1.0.QFGINXM will arrive as an OTA, but the recovery ROM can be downloaded manually now.

Alex Alderson, 20 Nov 2020 13:52

The PlayStation 5 has been delighting and frustrating owners around the world. (Image source: Sony)

PlayStation 5 falls foul to error messages, coil whine, shipping snafus, and scalpers galore but at least Sony offers fix for PS5 "queued for download" bug

Problems involving the PlayStation 5 are starting to appear en masse online, with system errors, hardware-related coil whine, scalping activities, and delivery issues among the most common complaints. However, at least an apparent...

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Nov 2020 10:28

Ashley Johnson has been nominated for her performance as Ellie in The Last of Us Part II. (Image source: Sony)

The Last of Us Part II dominates The Game Awards 2020 nominations while indie title Hades leads the chasing pack

The PlayStation 4 smash-hit adventure game The Last of Us Part II has amassed 10 nominations for The Game Awards 2020, including in the Game of the Year category. Indie hit Hades managed to grab eight nominations, while the critic...

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Nov 2020 07:52

Fitbit's latest smartwatches have received new features with Fitbit OS 5.1. (Image source: Fitbit)

Fitbit Sense and Versa 3 smartwatches receive Google Assistant support, SpO2 upgrade and more courtesy of new software update

The Fitbit Sense and Versa 3 have received some exciting upgrades, thanks to a new software update. The update brings the Google Assistant to the two smartwatches, along with improvements to the SpO2 sensor, among other changes. F...

Alex Alderson, 19 Nov 2020 19:37

OnePlus is planning to add seven new features to OxygenOS. (Image source: Li Yan)

OnePlus announces seven new features that will be making their way to OxygenOS

OnePlus has finalised some of the changes that it will be adding to OxygenOS. The new features have been whittled to seven from thousands of community suggestions, and include a proper dark mode, not a dark grey mode as is current...

Alex Alderson, 19 Nov 2020 13:14

Sony Xperia 1 II gets November 2020 Android security patch

Sony Xperia 1 II gets the November 2020 Android security patch

Without an official changelog to go with it, the Sony Xperia 1 II has just received a new software update. The 108.6 MB patch is available via OTA and contains the November 2020 Android security patch from Google, most likely comb...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Nov 2020 13:12

The Galaxy Note 5 is one of several older flagships to receive a new update. (Image source: Canoopsy)

The Samsung Galaxy S6, S6 Edge, S6 Edge, S6 Edge+ and Galaxy Note 5 receive new updates

Samsung has updated the Galaxy S6 series and Galaxy Note 5, years after official support for the devices ended. The four handsets remain on Android 7.0 Nougat and the September 2018 security patch, but Samsung claims to have optim...

Alex Alderson, 19 Nov 2020 13:08

Fan-made Xiaomi Mi 11 concept image with full-screen display. (Image source: Easy Access Tech)

Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro teams up with MIUI 12 for advanced screen-viewing technology as tipster also leaks impressive camera details

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro flagship smartphone will apparently utilize MIUI 12 firmware to deliver users with a top-notch screen-viewing experience according to a noted leaker. On top of that, it appears the Pro model of the upcoming Mi...

Daniel R Deakin, 18 Nov 2020 22:25

EMUI 11 may only reach 14 devices by March 2021. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei may only update 14 devices to EMUI 11 by March 2021

Huawei is set to upgrade only 14 devices to EMUI 11, according to a new report. Citing official confirmation from Huawei, it will apparently take the Chinese company until March 2021 before it finishes the rollout. Devices like th...

Alex Alderson, 18 Nov 2020 18:23

Vivo unveils OriginOS, a new software skin packed full of custom features

Vivo held its Developer Conference today (November 18, 2020). This event was dominated by the introduction of OriginOS, a new UI the OEM has developed in order to replace Funtouch OS on its smartphones. With its adaptive, dynamic ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Nov 2020 18:21

Android 11 update surprisingly arrives for the Redmi Note 9 Pro

While still distributing the Android 11 update to the Mi 10 series, it seems Xiaomi has already set its sights towards the popular, mid-range Snapdragon 720G-powered branch of the Redmi Note 9 family. Yes, it appears that the Redm...

Ricci Rox, 18 Nov 2020 17:17

Xiaomi Mi 10 gets Android 11 via MIUI 12.2.2.0 stable software update mid-November 2020

Xiaomi Mi 10 gets Android 11-based MIUI 12.2.2.0 update

A week ago, Xiaomi rolled out the MIUI 12.2.2.0.RJBCNXM update for the Mi 10 flagship, but pulled it back shortly after, most likely due to bugs. Now, the Android 11-based firmware is finally back on track and this time everything...

Codrut Nistor, 18 Nov 2020 11:05

The MIUI 12 update has reached stable status for the global version of the Redmi Note 9S. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 9S, Mi 8 and Mi 8 Pro receive new MIUI 12 updates

Xiaomi has issued new MIUI 12 updates to several devices, including the Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 9S, Mi 8 and Mi 8 Pro. The updates bring the global and Russian branches of the devices onto MIUI 12, which remains Xiaomi's latest O...

Alex Alderson, 17 Nov 2020 20:56

Cyberpunk 2077 PlayStation 4 retail package back (Source: Mikeymorphin on Reddit)

Cyberpunk 2077 to hit PlayStation 4 in the shape of two discs, Remote Play in tow

As more and more Cyberpunk 2077 product images show up, it becomes certain that the release date of December 10 will not be pushed forward once again. However, a set of recent shots also revealed that the PlayStation 4 version of ...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Nov 2020 19:12

MacOS Big Sur is spying on everything you do and sending the data to Apple

Apple's latest operating system, macOS Big Sur, uses a new API to constantly send users' data (including how, when, and where a Mac is used) to Apple. This data is transmitted to Apple without encryption, meaning anyone with acces...

Sam Medley, 17 Nov 2020 18:32

OPPO launches its new AR headset. (Source: YouTube)

OPPO unveils its new ecosystem philosophy alongside new AR glasses at its Inno Day 2020

OPPO's Inno Day is its annual developer's conference, at which it might also unveil some new hardware and concepts. In 2020, this event was dominated by the introduction of its 3+N+X strategy. This will determine how the OEM's sof...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Nov 2020 17:26

War Thunder 2.1 "New Power" now live with Dagor Engine 6.0 and multiple new planes, ships, and armored vehicles

War Thunder 2.1 "New Power" comes with an updated graphical engine, new tanks, iconic aircraft, and more

In addition to the updated Dagor Engine, which has reached version 6.0, War Thunder 2.1 "New Power" comes with the first battleships, vertical take-off aircraft, AI-controlled aircraft carriers, and more. The game is ready to run ...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Nov 2020 16:38

A new Eve V 2020 render. (Source: Eve Devices)

Eve V 2020: fans can now vote on the upcoming 2-in-1's CPU, memory and wireless specs

Eve Devices has already invited feedback on the keyboard and chassis of its second-generation "crowd-designed" convertible, the V 2020. Now, it's the turn of its chipset, RAM, wireless connectivity and other specs. The company see...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Nov 2020 21:40

Sony releases the LSPX-S2 Glass Sound Speaker to the US market

With its "organic glass" body and in-built candle-effect lighting, the LSPX-S2 speaker has been designed to be enjoyed for its looks at as much as its sound. Then again, Sony claims its audio is also effective thanks to its "Advan...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Nov 2020 18:18

The Surface Pro 3: still good for the time being. (Source: Microsoft)

The Surface Pro 3 has 1 more year of official support

Microsoft has issued a document outlining the dates on which its own-brand convertibles or laptops run out of software updates. It shows that the Surface Pro 3, despite launching in 2014, will get them until November 2021. Oddly, ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Nov 2020 00:40

The Redmi Note 8 Pro has gaming features such as GAME Turbo 2.0 and a LiquidCool system. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Redmi Note 8 Pro receives new MIUI 12 beta stable update

Xiaomi has announced that Redmi Note 8 Pro devices operating on the China MIUI 12 ROM will start receiving a new beta stable update of the Android overlay via OTA. For the moment, only random users of the Redmi Note 8 Pro will get...

Daniel R Deakin, 15 Nov 2020 21:29

OPPO hypes its new AR glasses. (Source: OPPO via GizmoChina)

OPPO teases the launch of second-gen AR glasses at its upcoming Inno Day

OPPO is an electronics company that holds a developer's conference for its growing ecosystem of devices it calls Inno Day every year. It has announced that the latest in this series of events will take place on November 17, 2020. ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Nov 2020 19:08

OctoShop should help users obtain a PS5 from a major retailer. (Image source: InStok - edited)

PlayStation 5 hunters can tackle scalpers and bots with the help of the updated OctoShop PS5 stock tracker Chrome extension

The PlayStation 5 is one of the world’s hottest products at the moment, which means many gamers will have been struggling to make a purchase due to the undesirable actions of scalpers and bots. However, a simple Chrome extension c...

Daniel R Deakin, 14 Nov 2020 21:29

Cyberpunk 2077 in GOG Galaxy, partial achievements list leaks online (Source: Own)

Cyberpunk 2077 partial achievements list leaks online

Although no main storyline achievements were included in this recent leak, those that surfaced online via the GOG Galaxy app provide quite a few hints about the kind of side quests that will be included in Projekt RED's upcoming t...

Codrut Nistor, 14 Nov 2020 19:13

Nokia launches the 6300 and 8000 4G: modern feature phones starting at US$58

Nokia has introduced some old familiar names as new KaiOS devices. These versions of the 6300 and 8000 have 4G/LTE in 2020, although they look much the same as old-school button phones. There are also features such as FM radios, W...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Nov 2020 00:29

HarmonyOS is expected to reach up to 48 devices. (Image source: Android AppsAPK)

Huawei is expected to bring HarmonyOS to up 48 devices

HarmonyOS will be available for up to 48 devices, Huawei Central believes. The 48-strong list includes current and recent flagship series, including those from Honor. Only 90% of devices will be eligible to try HarmonyOS, though.

Alex Alderson, 13 Nov 2020 21:41

All versions of the Redmi Note 9 Pro (joyeuse) have now received MIUI 12 in some form. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro receives a new MIUI 12 update in Europe; Global upgrade for all Redmi Note 8 handsets will be ready next month

Xiaomi has seeded a new Beta Stable update for the Redmi Note 9 Pro, this time in Europe. V12.0.1.0.QJZEUXM will be available as an OTA for the device and brings all variants of the Redmi Note 9 Pro onto MIUI 12. The global MIUI 1...

Alex Alderson, 13 Nov 2020 20:10

More versions of the Galaxy S9, S9 Plus and Note 9 can now be upgraded to One UI 2.5. (Image source: CNET)

The Samsung Galaxy S9, S9 Plus and Note 9 receive One UI 2.5 updates in another region

One UI 2.5 has arrived on more versions of the Galaxy S9, S9 Plus and Note 9. Following the arrival of the OS update for unlocked handsets last month, One UI 2.5 has now reached the T-Mobile and Verizon locked editions of the thre...

Alex Alderson, 13 Nov 2020 18:35

MIUI 12 contains plenty of adverts hidden in system applications. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi teaches its Chinese fans how to switch off adverts in MIUI 11 and MIUI 12

MIUI may be one of the most popular custom versions of Android, but it does contain adverts. Other custom Android skins are no different, but few OEMs actively teach their fans how to switch them off. Xiaomi is doing so in China, ...

Alex Alderson, 13 Nov 2020 15:37

The rollout of MIUI 12 should be all finished for the Redmi Note 9 Pro by December. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro will receive MIUI 12 across all variants before the month is out

The Redmi Note 9 Pro will have received MIUI 12 globally before the end of the month, Xiaomi has confirmed. Many global and European handsets remain on MIUI 11, although all other variants should have already received MIUI 12.

Alex Alderson, 13 Nov 2020 13:02

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 devices get the November 2020 patch on Verizon

November 2020 security patch hits the Samsung Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy Note 10+, and the Galaxy Note 10+ 5G on Verizon

A few days after the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 lineup in the wild has started to receive this month's security patch, the Verizon units have begun to receive the new firmware as well. The November 2020 patch fixes five critical vulne...

Codrut Nistor, 13 Nov 2020 10:56

Parallels is working on a universal binary version of its popular virtualization software for Apple's M1-powered Macs. (Image: Parallels)

Parallels working on support for Apple's M1 Arm-based silicon, could bring Windows 10 back to the Mac

Apple fans are rightly excited about the transition to Apple’s new in-house silicon for Macs. However, in transitioning from Intel to chips like its new M1, the popular Windows on Boot Camp feature has been lost. Parallels, howeve...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Nov 2020 09:06

A Moto G Stylus 2021 render. (Source: Voice)

New Motorola Moto G Stylus leaks point to a bigger screen and newer SoC in 2021

Motorola launched a Moto G-series phone with an in-built pen for the first time earlier in 2020. Now, it seems its successor will have more real estate for its special feature. It may also have a Snapdragon 675 processor, a quad r...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Nov 2020 20:22

OPPO A9X to get ColorOS 11 with Battery Guard feature in 2021

OPPO ColorOS 11 gets a handy feature, namely Battery Guard

One of the most useful features added by OPPO to the ColorOS 11 firmware protects the handset's battery by pausing the night charging process at 80 percent and restarting in time for the user to wake up with a fully charged smartp...

Codrut Nistor, 12 Nov 2020 11:28

DISH will roll 5G out soon. (Source: DISH)

DISH announces the United States' first Open RAN-based 5G network

DISH, the company behind Sling TV, has announced that it will soon offer 5G services in the US. Furthermore, its network will be the first to be compatible with Open Radio Access Network (RAN) technology, so as to make the integra...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Nov 2020 22:10

The Nord N10 5G and Nord N100 will only receive Android 11. (Image source: OnePlus)

Cheaper OnePlus Nord smartphones will only get one OS update and two years of security updates

OnePlus may now sell three Nord-branded smartphones, but the company will not afford the same software support for all models. Two will receive just one OS update, and they arguably should have been released on Android 11 anyway.

Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 19:38

This is the Vivo X60 series, not the Mi 11 or Mi 11 Pro. (Image source: Weibo)

Vivo X60 and X60 Pro mistaken for the Xiaomi Mi 11 and Mi 11 Pro in hands-on image

A hands-on image of two new flagship smartphones has been posted online, but some people have mistaken them for the Mi 11 and Mi 11 Pro. Sadly for Xiaomi fans, the image is actually of the Vivo X60 series, not Xiaomi's 2021-bound ...

Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 18:06

The OnePlus 5 can now be safely updated to Android 10, apparently. (Image source: AndroidPIT)

The OnePlus 5 receives a fixed Android 10 and OxygenOS 10 update; no luck for the OnePlus 5T yet

The OnePlus 5 has received a fixed OxygenOS 10 update, six months on from the disaster that was OxygenOS 10.0.0. OxygenOS 10.0.1 promises to fix the call recording, de-activated alarm and EIS issues that were present on the origin...

Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 18:00

The new Hesh ANC wireless headphones. (Source': Skullcandy)

Skullcandy launches ANC versions of its Indy TWS earbuds and Hesh wireless headphones

Skullcandy has updated its wireless headphones and earbuds with active noise-cancelling (ANC) variants. Both of these new audio products also have an Ambient mode for environmental awareness and in-built Tile technology to avoid t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Nov 2020 17:38

V12.0.2.0.QJWEUXM replaces V12.0.1.0.QJWEUXM for the Redmi Note 9S. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S receives a new MIUI 12 update

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S has received a new MIUI 12 update, this time in Europe. V12.0.2.0.QJWEUXM replaces V12.0.2.0.QJWEUXM and is available as an OTA upgrade.

Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 14:00

The first devices are now receiving EMUI 11. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei commences EMUI 11 rollout for 10 devices as HarmonyOS beta for smartphones set to debut in December

Huawei has started rolling out EMUI 11 to 10 devices, including to the Mate 30 Pro, P40 Pro and MatePad Pro. The Mate 30 Pro 5G is seemingly the first device to receive EMUI 11 outside of China, but Huawei also plans to have Harmo...

Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 13:54

LG is currently testing Android 11 on the V60 ThinQ. (Image source: CNET)

LG begins testing Android 11 on the V60 ThinQ

LG's Android 11 testing is underway, according to Max Weinbach. Reputedly undergoing development on the V60 ThinQ, LG UX 10.0 will probably arrive in 2021 for most LG smartphones.

Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2020 22:50

The Redmi Note 8T is one of two devices to receive new MIUI 12 updates. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8T receive new MIUI 12 updates

The Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8T have received new MIUI 12 updates, bringing more variants onto Xiaomi's latest OS. The two updates are also based on Android 10 and are rolling out on the Indian and Russian branches of MIUI, res...

Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2020 22:46

The new Timex fitness band. (Source: Timex)

Timex launches a new fitness band with a premium appeal in India

Timex is a classic watch brand that has also recently waded into the smart wearables arena. Its latest addition to this new series is a fitness band. However, unlike the vast majority of devices in its category, this one comes wit...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Nov 2020 17:23

Is ths the new Nokia 8000? (Source: WinFuture)

A new poster may show the rumored Nokia 8000 4G's design

Recent leaks have pointed to a "new" Nokia 8000 that may launch soon. The reliable tips site WinFuture has now posted what looks like a real-life promo for this device. The possible marketing image paints the device as a high-end ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Nov 2020 16:22

OnePlus has pushed an erroneous beta update to the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus provides a workaround for OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro Open Beta data wipe woes

Beta builds tend to include more bugs than stable ones, but few will wipe your data as a new update for the OnePlus 8, and OnePlus 8 Pro, on the Open Beta program has. OnePlus has, to its credit, provided a workaround to prevent d...

Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2020 13:29

Call of Duty Black Ops 4K with ray tracing effects (Source: Sanadsk on YouTube)

The first Call of Duty: Black Ops game looks great in 4K with ray tracing effects

The decade-old Call of Duty: Black Ops has just got modded to run in 4K with ray tracing effects and the result is quite impressive. To record the video posted on YouTube, the game was running on a rig consisting of the following:...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2020 12:53

iSH is a Unix shell for iOS. (Image via iSH)

Unix shell app for iOS threatened with removal, but Apple backtracks on decision

An app that allows iOS users to run a Unix shell on their iDevice was under threat of removal from the App Store. However, Apple apparently reversed its decision, allowing the app to stay up. This could open the door for more scri...

Sam Medley, 10 Nov 2020 04:52