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Considering deployment? HP wants to help. (Source: HP)

HP wants to take over your workplace deployments with its Device Provisioning Services

HP claims that its Device Provisioning Services can streamline and enhance the process of buying new hardware within a business, while also conserving the costs of doing so. It covers many typical stages of the same, from selectio...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 May 2020 14:00

The new HP E-series monitors include a 14-inch portable variant

HP's latest launch includes a range of new enterprise-focused monitors. The traditional wired versions of this E series are the world’s first fully-adjustable displays TUV-certified for blue light reduction. There is also the E14 ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 May 2020 14:00

The ProDesk 400 and 600 G6 lines are HP's new enterprise-grade PCs

HP has announced its 2020 commercial desktop lines. It consists of 400- and 600 G6-series mini-PCs, small form-factors, microtowers and all-in-ones (AiO). They boast advantages such as military-grade durability, up to 10th generat...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 May 2020 14:00

Over 1.5 million developers have already flocked to the Huawei AppGallery, Huawei's alternative to the Google Play Store

Over 1.5 million developers have already signed up to the Huawei AppGallery, Huawei's in-house app store. Perceived to be an alternative to the Google Play Store during ongoing US trade sanctions, all new Huawei and Honor products...

Alex Alderson, 25 May 2020 19:22

Xiaomi Mi A1 May 2020 software update notification (Source: Own)

Xiaomi keeps the Mi A1 alive with a new Android Pie update

Rather unsurprisingly, there is a new Android Pie-based firmware update rolling out for the Xiaomi Mi A1 right now — at least in Eastern Europe. With a size of less than 80 MB, the new patch does not contain any noticeable changes...

Codrut Nistor, 25 May 2020 19:05

The EMUI 10 rollout for the P20 Pro has been limited. (Source: AndroidPit)

Opinion | A host of Huawei P20 Pro and Mate 10 Pro owners are still without EMUI 10

Back in February, Huawei claimed that the Mate 10 Pro and P20 Pro would receive the EMUI 10 update in March. Here we are months after, though, and most owners of the two phones remain stuck on EMUI 9.1. Comparatively, phones from ...

Ricci Rox, 24 May 2020 22:17

An example of what PacketMon can do. (Source: Microsoft)

The Windows 10 May 2020 update will have enhanced network diagnostics

Microsoft has announced that the latest stable upgrade to the Windows 10 OS will have an "enhanced" form of Packet Monitor. This is an extensive diagnostic tool that can detect, log and export packet drops in a network. Therefore,...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 May 2020 20:39

Online streaming is now a prominent source of home entertainment. (Source: Flickr)

67% of US high-speed internet households own at least 1 device that is just for streaming AV content

New market research has found that nearly 70% of all US households with broadband internet own and use at least 1 device along the lines of a smart TV, streaming box, connected DVR or console. This appears to underpin the strong r...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 May 2020 22:44

The Mi Note 10 series are some of the last Xiaomi devices to receive Android 10. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi extends Android 10 rollout for the Mi Note 10 and Mi Note 10 Pro

Xiaomi has extended the rollout of Android 10 for the Mi Note 10 and Mi Note 10 Pro. The update will arrive as an OTA, but the full build can be downloaded now.

Alex Alderson, 22 May 2020 17:50

Bloomberg TV+ is coming to a Samsung big-screen near you. (Source: Bloomberg)

Bloomberg TV+ is coming free to Samsung smart TVs

Bloomberg TV+ is provided by the media outlet of the same name. It launched in 2019 as the first such online channel to stream in 4K UHD. Its maker has announced a new partnership by Samsung by which it will appear on this OEM's f...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 May 2020 22:54

The Redmi Note 7 series is still yet to receive Android 10. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 & Redmi Note 7 Pro net another update; no Android 10 in sight

Xiaomi has issued fresh updates for the Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro, possibly the last version of MIUI 11 that either device will receive. The wait for Android 10 goes on, though.

Alex Alderson, 21 May 2020 19:58

The TCL 9 Series RAYDANZ soundbar. (Source: TCL)

TCL wins a 2020 iF Design Award for its latest flagship soundbar

TCL is becoming increasingly well-known for its mostly affordable high-res TVs. However, it also does soundbars, the newest of which has won an award for its unique "RAYDANZ" design. The OEM claims that it allows the device to pro...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 May 2020 19:25

Amazon is all to set to challenge the food delivery duopoly in India

Amazon Foods is the company's food delivery app for the Indian market. It is available only in some areas of Bangalore for the moment. A nationwide deployment will follow suit in the coming months.

Anil Satyanarayana, 21 May 2020 18:40

PS5 games: Silent Hill and Gran Turismo 7 join the comprehensive list of titles confirmed, expected, or rumored for the PlayStation 5

It seems both Silent Hill and Gran Turismo 7 have now joined the PS5 games list thanks to the latest rumors about titles for the next-generation console. Silent Hill for the PlayStation 5 is expected to be a “soft reboot”. The PS5...

Daniel R Deakin, 21 May 2020 18:16

The P2P file-transfer alliance has 4 new members. (Source: Weibo)

Black Shark, Realme, Meizu and OnePlus join the multi-Android OEM P2P file-transfer alliance

Xiaomi, Vivo and OPPO launched a file-transfer system of their own in February 2020. This facility allows for a robust form of sharing between Android devices from these 3 OEMs independent of any third-party apps. Now, the additio...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 May 2020 14:41

iOS 13.5 includes user-friendly tweaks to make life during COVID just a bit easier (Image source: Apple)

Apple's COVID-19 iOS update: iOS 13.5 and iPadOS 13.5 deliver easier FaceID with masks on, COVID-19 exposure notifications API, and tweaks to FaceTime group calls

Apple's latest iOS 13.5 update includes tweaks to FaceID and FaceTime group chat that aim to improve user experience due to COVID-specific issues. The FaceID mask tweak makes it easier for users to unlock their iPhones and iPads w...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 21 May 2020 08:15

The Galaxy M series may be getting 1 or 2 new additions soon. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung may have a new, particularly budget Galaxy M phone in the works

Recent leaks have pointed to the existence of the Samsung Galaxy M01, which, based on this name, may be the cheapest of its line available in 2020. Now, it may have a second variant, thought to be called the M01s on its launch. It...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 May 2020 21:54

Looks like the ROG Phone II is about to be supplanted. (Source: Asus)

The Asus ROG Phone 3 may have been spotted on Geekbench

A device listed as the ASUS_I003DD has just been spotted on the Geekbench 5 website. As this company's gaming phone's 2nd generation was the I001Dx, it is possible that the 2020 ROG Phone has finally broken cover. This model numbe...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 May 2020 17:46

The Redmi Note 8 is currently one of the world's best-selling smartphones. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 8 Pro devices could start receiving MIUI 12 in July while Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8T users will likely have to wait until at least August

It has been reported that Redmi Note 8 smartphones will be receiving the MIUI 12 software update within the next few months. According to a well-known tipster, the Redmi Note 8 Pro could receive MIUI 12 by July with the Redmi Note...

Daniel R Deakin, 20 May 2020 11:43

NVIDIA is now in legal trouble over its 'crypto SKUs'. (Source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA faces the ire of its investors amidst allegations of crypto-card income hiding

In very recent memory, powerful NVIDIA GPUs normally marketed to gamers became popular among cryptocurrency enthusiasts for their ability to mine. Allegations of misrepresenting the actual amount of money made off this use-case ha...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 May 2020 00:07

MIUI 12 will start making its way to eligible devices this June

MIUI 12 global rollout to commence in June; Redmi K20 and Mi 9 to get the update first

Xiaomi has just unveiled the global roadmap for MIUI 12. The rollout will begin in June, and the software will make its way to the Redmi K20 and Mi 9 series first. Other devices will get the update later. Additionally, beta buil...

Anil Satyanarayana, 19 May 2020 18:00

The new Dell Optimizer in action. (Source: Dell)

Dell claims its new Optimizer makes some new business models into "the world's most intelligent PCs"

Dell has integrated a new form of potentially workflow-aiding AI into some of its new PCs. Known as the "Optimizer", it confers features such as Express Sign-In, Intelligent Audio and Express Response. They allow for next-gen beha...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 May 2020 16:00

The Z1 also has a One Piece-themed special edition. (Source: XDA)

The iQOO Z1 launches, offering the new Dimensity 1000+ SoC and premium specs starting at about US$309

The iQOO Z1 is now up for pre-order in its initial market, China. Unlike this brand's last high-end mobile device, it runs on the refreshed MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ processor. However, the rest of its specs remain very similar to ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 May 2020 15:30

Snapdragon 8cx PCs may get improved code soon. (Source: Qualcomm)

Microsoft makes more progress with 64-bit Windows on ARM

Windows 10 on ARM is slowly winning more uptake from OEMs and users alike as time goes on. However, it still has its limitations, not the least of which is the restriction to 32-bit code. However, a new reported breakthrough may b...

Deirdre O Donnell, 18 May 2020 23:32

The LG G7 ThinQ and V50S ThinQ have now started receiving Android 10. (Image source: LG via GSMArena)

LG begins upgrading the G7 ThinQ and V50S ThinQ to Android 10

The LG G7 ThinQ and V50S ThinQ have started receiving their first taste of Android 10. Rolled out to carrier unlocked handsets, the OS upgrades will arrive as OTA downloads.

Alex Alderson, 18 May 2020 18:11

The Z1 may be an alternate version of the Neo3. (Source: iQOO)

A probable iQOO Z1 shows up on Geekbench ahead of its launch

The iQOO Z1 is currently touted as the MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ SoC-powered twin of the Snapdragon 865-driven Neo3 smartphone. A phone with a model number that may belong to the former has surfaced on Geekbench 5. It points to 8GB...

Deirdre O Donnell, 17 May 2020 19:12

The Motorola One series might have a new variant. (Source: Lenovo)

The "Motorola One Fusion" surfaces in new leaks, may launch soon

An upcoming phone called the Motorola XT2073-2 has been certified by the Federal Communication Commission (FCC). According to some leaks, it will be called the One Fusion on its launch. It is thought to have a 4000mAh battery and ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 May 2020 23:44

The Mi A1 will never get an Android 10 update but that isn't the end of the road

The Xiaomi Mi A1 was launched back in 2017 and has received its two promised major OS updates. The phone may never receive an official Android 10 update from Xiaomi, but that doesn't have to be where it ends for Mi A1 owners.

Ricci Rox, 15 May 2020 21:15

Virtually test out a Sony TV in your house with its new app. (Source: Sony)

Sony launches a new AR app to help users choose which of its TVs to buy

Envision TV AR is a new Android and iOS app designed by Sony to help users reluctant to go outdoors shop for a new big-screen device in any case. It uses the augmented-reality (AR) features of a smartphone to virtually place Sony ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 May 2020 17:41

The Redmi Note 7 came with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi smartphones that have Android 10: Current list - closed beta version available for the Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro

A useful list of all Xiaomi smartphones that currently have Android 10 has been made available. The list includes devices from the new Xiaomi Mi 10 series and from the popular Redmi K30 lineup and Redmi Note family. Redmi Note 7 a...

Daniel R Deakin, 15 May 2020 14:18

The Nokia 1.3 and some of its specs. (Source: Amazon)

The Nokia 1.3 is released to the US market

Nokia's ultra-budget 1.3 is a phone with a 5.71-inch HD+ display. Despite this, it runs an up-to-date ROM thanks to Android Go, as well as Google's Camera Go. It is now available on the American market for US$99.

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 May 2020 00:12

An official poster for the X10. (Source: Honor)

The Honor X10 is confirmed to come with a 90Hz screen

The Honor X10 is an upcoming Kirin 820 phone that is thought to be particularly cost-effective despite its 5G status. The OEM has officially announced that it will sweeten this putative detail with a 90 hertz (90Hz) refresh rate f...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 May 2020 23:31

Android 10 has arrived for the LG V40 ThinQ

LG V40 ThinQ gets Android 10 update on AT&T

AT&T variants of the LG V40 ThinQ are receiving the Android 10 update ahead of schedule. It appears to be a staged rollout as the software has landed on only a handful of devices.

Anil Satyanarayana, 14 May 2020 17:34

OnePlus has confirmed that a software update has downgraded some OnePlus 8 Pro handsets to DRM Widevine L3. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 8 Pro DRM Widevine L3 issue confirmed by OnePlus

Some OnePlus 8 Pro handsets have been downgraded to DRM Widevine L3 by a recent OxygenOS update. There is no fix in sight despite being confirmed by OnePlus and fans have been voicing their dissatisfaction about it.

Alex Alderson, 13 May 2020 19:42

Dell Migrate is a new service for 2020. (Source: Dell)

Dell sets up a new Migrate service to help users set their new PC up just like the last one

Migrate is a new addition to Dell's consumer services portfolio. It allows a user to transfer their files and settings from an old PC to a new. This is not really anything new; however, the OEM claims that it is more effective in ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 May 2020 16:00

The Vivo Y-series may be getting a new member soon. (Source: Vivo)

Rumor | Vivo is using a brand-new 5G Exynos processor in one of its upcoming phones

The "vivo V2002A" is a new device that has landed on Geekbench purporting to run on the Exynos 880 SoC. This heretofore-unknown chipset has 8 cores and has conferred mid-range scores on this apparently upcoming phone. Its model nu...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 May 2020 13:23

iQOO Z1 managed to net an impressive AnTuTu score

MediaTek's latest Dimensity 1000+ chip nets a score of 530,000 on AnTuTu

iQOO's upcoming iQOO Z1 managed to get a score of 530,000 on AnTuTu. The phone is powered by MediaTek's newest Dimensity 1000+ SoC, and is expected to launch on May 17th.

Anil Satyanarayana, 13 May 2020 11:41

Motorola Edge+ users will receive updates till 2022

Motorola Edge+ guaranteed to receive at least two major software updates

Motorola has confirmed that the Motorola Edge+ will receive two major software upgrades. The phone was initially promised only one update, much to the annoyance of everyone. Since the device launched with Android 10, it is guarant...

Anil Satyanarayana, 13 May 2020 01:29

Now you can try your hand at docking with the International Space Station

To promote the launch of SpaceX's new Crew Dragon space shuttle, SpaceX has released an online simulator. The simulator plops prospective pilots into the captain's chair of the Crew Dragon and let's them attempt to dock with the I...

Sam Medley, 12 May 2020 21:56

The new Sony HT-G700 system. (Source: Sony)

Sony intros its new, Dolby Atmos-enabled soundbar

Sony has launched the HT-G700, a new partially-wireless 400 watt (W) soundbar system rated for up to 7.1.2-channel audio reproduction and effective room coverage. It supports standards such as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X while using its...

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 May 2020 19:16

The 2020 Sony SRS-XB range. (Source: Sony)

Sony launches new wireless speakers with EXTRA BASS

Sony has announced new additions to its SRS-XB line of wireless speakers. Their generation features programmable lighting strips in their IP67 housing and are engineered for "deep, punchy bass" and a 3D surround effect. There are ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 May 2020 18:13

The Vivo V19 is to be released soon. (Source: Amazon.in)

Vivo launches the V19 in India

The OEM Vivo has announced a new smartphone, the V19, for its Indian customers. This Snapdragon 712-powered device has a 6.44-inch FHD+ display with dual punch-hole cameras. It starts at the equivalent of ~US$370 (INR 27,990), and...

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 May 2020 17:30

The Huawei Health app no longer works unless HMS 4.0.0 or later is installed. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei wearables will no longer work unless you download HMS via the AppGallery instead of the Google Play Store, and people aren't happy about it

Huawei wearables will no longer work unless you download HMS via the AppGallery instead of the Google Play Store. Unintentional or not, people are unhappy about it.

Alex Alderson, 12 May 2020 16:56

Motorola intros Android 10 for the Razr. (Source: YouTube)

Motorola announces an Android 10 upgrade for the Razr 2020

Motorola released its new kind of Razr at the start of 2020. Despite its groundbreaking foldable screen, it was stuck on Android 9.0 (Pie) from its launch. Now, the OEM has finally announced a major software upgrade, custom-design...

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 May 2020 13:55

New Mi A3 update fixes shutter speed issue in Pro mode

The Mi A3 is now receiving a new update. The update further fixes the issues from previous Android 10 builds, including fingerprint and launcher problems. Most notably, though, it allows the shutter speed to be set to a max of 32 ...

Ricci Rox, 11 May 2020 22:43

The Pixel 3a's successor may not launch in May 2020 after all. (Source: Google)

The Pixel 4a's launch may be even later in 2020 than previously thought

An earlier leak asserted that Google had chosen May 22, 2020 as the launch date for its new mid-ranger, the Pixel 4a. However, an update from the same source now purports to push this event further back into June. It may or may no...

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 May 2020 19:39

Qualcomm formally introduces the Snapdragon 768G chipset

It was known that a new 5G SoC, the Snapdragon 768G, would be announced today (May 11, 2020) due to the fact the first device to rock it has also been launched. Now, its maker Qualcomm has released more details on it and how it im...

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 May 2020 19:08

Will we have seen the 10X before on its launch? (Source: Redmi)

Redmi 10X: a new leak suggests this phone is not a renamed Note 9 after all

Redmi is currently linked to the launch of a phone called the 10X. Despite the novelty of this name, recent leaks have suggested that this device has the same specs as the Note 9 from the same brand. However, a new tip contradicts...

Deirdre O Donnell, 10 May 2020 18:36

The Galaxy A41 in all its color options. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung launches the Galaxy A41 in Europe

The Samsung Galaxy A41 will go on sale in the Netherlands soon. This new affordable option has a 6.1-inch FHD+ screen and an IP68 ingress-protection rating. It is listed on some Dutch retail sites as an unlocked phone, and will al...

Deirdre O Donnell, 10 May 2020 16:18

Opinion | Mi Mix 3 5G owners take up arms in response to Android 10 and MIUI 11 snub

The Snapdragon 855-powered Mi Mix 3 5G was launched about a year ago. Since then, it hasn't received a major OS update, and remains stuck on Android Pie with no hope for a change of status anytime soon. Even worse, the Mi Mix 3 5G...

Ricci Rox, 10 May 2020 13:08

Software

HP wants to take over your workplace deployments with its Device Provisioning Services

The new HP E-series monitors include a 14-inch portable variant

The ProDesk 400 and 600 G6 lines are HP's new enterprise-grade PCs

Over 1.5 million developers have already flocked to the Huawei AppGallery, Huawei's alternative to the Google Play Store

Xiaomi keeps the Mi A1 alive with a new Android Pie update

Opinion | A host of Huawei P20 Pro and Mate 10 Pro owners are still without EMUI 10

The Windows 10 May 2020 update will have enhanced network diagnostics

67% of US high-speed internet households own at least 1 device that is just for streaming AV content

Xiaomi extends Android 10 rollout for the Mi Note 10 and Mi Note 10 Pro

Bloomberg TV+ is coming free to Samsung smart TVs

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 & Redmi Note 7 Pro net another update; no Android 10 in sight

TCL wins a 2020 iF Design Award for its latest flagship soundbar

Amazon is all to set to challenge the food delivery duopoly in India

PS5 games: Silent Hill and Gran Turismo 7 join the comprehensive list of titles confirmed, expected, or rumored for the PlayStation 5

Black Shark, Realme, Meizu and OnePlus join the multi-Android OEM P2P file-transfer alliance

Apple's COVID-19 iOS update: iOS 13.5 and iPadOS 13.5 deliver easier FaceID with masks on, COVID-19 exposure notifications API, and tweaks to FaceTime group calls

Samsung may have a new, particularly budget Galaxy M phone in the works

The Asus ROG Phone 3 may have been spotted on Geekbench

Redmi Note 8 Pro devices could start receiving MIUI 12 in July while Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8T users will likely have to wait until at least August

NVIDIA faces the ire of its investors amidst allegations of crypto-card income hiding

MIUI 12 global rollout to commence in June; Redmi K20 and Mi 9 to get the update first

Dell claims its new Optimizer makes some new business models into "the world's most intelligent PCs"

The iQOO Z1 launches, offering the new Dimensity 1000+ SoC and premium specs starting at about US$309

Microsoft makes more progress with 64-bit Windows on ARM

LG begins upgrading the G7 ThinQ and V50S ThinQ to Android 10

A probable iQOO Z1 shows up on Geekbench ahead of its launch

The "Motorola One Fusion" surfaces in new leaks, may launch soon

The Mi A1 will never get an Android 10 update but that isn't the end of the road

Sony launches a new AR app to help users choose which of its TVs to buy

Xiaomi smartphones that have Android 10: Current list - closed beta version available for the Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro

The Nokia 1.3 is released to the US market

The Honor X10 is confirmed to come with a 90Hz screen

LG V40 ThinQ gets Android 10 update on AT&T

OnePlus 8 Pro DRM Widevine L3 issue confirmed by OnePlus

Dell sets up a new Migrate service to help users set their new PC up just like the last one

Rumor | Vivo is using a brand-new 5G Exynos processor in one of its upcoming phones

MediaTek's latest Dimensity 1000+ chip nets a score of 530,000 on AnTuTu

Motorola Edge+ guaranteed to receive at least two major software updates

Now you can try your hand at docking with the International Space Station

Sony intros its new, Dolby Atmos-enabled soundbar

Sony launches new wireless speakers with EXTRA BASS

Vivo launches the V19 in India

Huawei wearables will no longer work unless you download HMS via the AppGallery instead of the Google Play Store, and people aren't happy about it

Motorola announces an Android 10 upgrade for the Razr 2020

New Mi A3 update fixes shutter speed issue in Pro mode

The Pixel 4a's launch may be even later in 2020 than previously thought

Qualcomm formally introduces the Snapdragon 768G chipset

Redmi 10X: a new leak suggests this phone is not a renamed Note 9 after all

Samsung launches the Galaxy A41 in Europe

Opinion | Mi Mix 3 5G owners take up arms in response to Android 10 and MIUI 11 snub

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