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Amazon Music for Windows 10 available now via Microsoft Store (Source: Windows Experience Blog)

Amazon Music for Windows 10 hits Microsoft Store

The Amazon Music app for Windows 10 became available for download from the Microsoft Store yesterday. However, it is only available for those running the Windows 10 Anniversary Update or a later edition.

Codrut Nistor, 14 Feb 2018 14:40

The Nokia 8 is yet to have its kernel sources released. (Source: Juho Sarvikas)

A year after launching its first device, HMD is yet to release kernel sources for any of its smartphones

HMD, perhaps only second to Google in terms of software updates, has failed to release kernel sources for any of its devices so far. Users are also stuck with locked bootloaders, which makes any attempts at community support futil...

Ricci Rox, 14 Feb 2018 09:16

MIUI 9 rolled out in November last year. (Source: Gizmochina)

List of Xiaomi devices to receive MIUI 10 surfaces

The next version of Xiaomi's MIUI skin, likely to be named MIUI X, will be released to all recent devices. We expect a rollout in the second half of the year.

Ricci Rox, 14 Feb 2018 08:54

Facebook faces legal problems in Germany due to its data-collection practices, which were deemed illegal

Facebook breaking the law when collecting personal data

Although Facebook already filed an appeal, it is worth mentioning that the Berlin regional court ruled against its data-collection practices, saying that the default settings break the law, while some terms and conditions do not m...

Codrut Nistor, 13 Feb 2018 21:15

The cryptocurrency market capitalization value is currently over US$420 billion. (Source: CCN)

Bitcoin bubble burst threat for investors

Financial regulators have issued warnings that a massive price crash involving Bitcoin and other popular virtual currencies (VC) would lead to financial ruin for many investors. The lucrative VC market is currently worth hundreds ...

Daniel R Deakin, 13 Feb 2018 19:55

Huawei new gesture control method for wearables patent (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Huawei patent for new gesture control for wearables surfaces online

Huawei's upcoming smartwatches could be able to detect writing movements performed in mid-air using fingers. This new gesture control method has been described in a patent dated July 2016, so it might become reality pretty soon.

Codrut Nistor, 13 Feb 2018 18:40

LG Vision AI in action (Source: LG Newsroom)

LG reveals upcoming smartphone AI features

In addition to the LG Vision AI and LG Voice AI features, the next-gen LG smartphones will also come with a set of exclusive voice commands for Google Assistant. These technologies will be shown at MWC 2018 starting February 26.

Codrut Nistor, 13 Feb 2018 17:06

iOS 12 will focus more on polishing the user experience than introduce new features. (Source: MacRumors)

iOS 12 will finally make 'Peace' with customers

Apple is looking to revamp its software development workflow to balance introduction of new features and ironing out existing bugs. The upcoming iOS 12 internally codenamed 'Peace' will be the first result of this strategy.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Feb 2018 11:55

Windows Defender ATP will now enable deep security insights for older Windows versions. (Source: Microsoft)

Windows Defender ATP coming to Windows 7 and Windows 8.1

Microsoft has announced support for Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection, a Windows 10 only feature, to Windows 7 SP1 and Windows 8.1. This is to help organizations protect themselves during the transition to Windows 10 fro...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Feb 2018 10:46

Windows 10 'Redstone 5' builds start appearing on BuildFeed. (Source: MSPoweruser)

Windows 10 'Redstone 5' starts appearing on BuildFeed

Windows Insiders in the Skip Ahead ring can expect to receive 'Redstone 5' builds shortly. With 'Redstone 4' (RS4) almost ready for rollout in a month, new RS 4 builds will henceforth be released in the 'rs4_release' branch.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Feb 2018 09:28

Google is all set to overhaul the UX in Android P. (Source: XDA Developers)

Android P to get more 'Notch' friendly

Google has started work on the next iteration of the Android OS, Android P. The update is expected to overhaul the Android UI and also bring OS level support for devices that sport an iPhone X-like notch.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Feb 2018 08:31

Inbox apps in Windows 10 to get their own previews irrespective of Insider status

Microsoft has started testing previews for Windows 10 inbox apps such as Windows Camera, Photos, Alarm and Clock etc. Users can opt in to these previews irrespective of their current Insider status.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Feb 2018 06:46

How to check if your PC is protected from Meltdown and Spectre

The Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities exposed inherent flaws in hardware and software design, which we've been using for many years. Chip vendors and developers alike are scrambling to quickly release fixes to prevent any damag...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Feb 2018 03:08

Cybersecurity firms are analyzing the malicious code known as Olympic Destroyer. (Source: Forbes)

"Olympic Destroyer" virus fails to destroy Olympics

Friday's Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Pyeongchang came under cyber attack from malware known as "Olympic Destroyer." The virus affected Internet and television services used by media representatives but did not cause any ma...

Daniel R Deakin, 12 Feb 2018 20:37

Street Fighter IV Champion Edition for Android pre-registration banner (Source: Capcom Mobile)

Street Fighter IV: Champion Edition coming soon to Android

Quite a while after reaching iOS (July 2017), Street Fighter IV: Champion Edition is finally (almost) ready to launch on Google Android. This mobile game is based on the 2008 title and features 25 playable characters.

Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2018 19:25

Amazon Alexa was initially released in 2014. (Source: Digital Trends)

Amazon may be creating AI chips for Alexa

There are rumors that Amazon is in the process of developing new artificial intelligence chips to be used in hardware that features the company's virtual assistant, Alexa. The chips could help reduce response times by utilizing sp...

Daniel R Deakin, 12 Feb 2018 19:25

SquareHome 2 Android launcher with Windows 10 Live Tiles interface (Source: Google Play)

Get Windows 10 Live Tiles on Android thanks to SquareHome 2

Although it has not been updated since last November, SquareHome 2 remains a popular launcher app that is widely regarded as the best solution for those who want Windows 10 Live Tiles on their Android device.

Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2018 13:15

Microsoft Launcher 4.6 Android launcher app (Source: Google Play)

Microsoft Launcher finally gets Cortana support

Microsoft Launcher, the Android app once known as Arrow Launcher, has reached version 4.6 and finally received full Cortana support. This digital assistant can make calls, schedule meetings, change the wallpaper, and more.

Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2018 09:48

How to protect critical data from ransomware in Windows 10

With ransomware on the prowl every other day, it has become all the more important to ensure that critical files are protected from being encrypted or altered. The Windows 10 Fall Creators Update includes a new functionality calle...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 12 Feb 2018 04:41

Activision Blizzard had net revenue of $6.608 billion in 2016. (Source: King)

Activision nets over $4 billion in microtransactions

Activision Blizzard Inc. has released financial results for 2017 which show over $7 billion in net revenue. A substantial portion of this revenue has been provided by in-game transactions, in part enhanced by the American company'...

Daniel R Deakin, 10 Feb 2018 17:37

Linux running on Nintendo Switch due to boot ROM bug (Source: @fail0verflow)

Boot ROM bug allows Nintendo Switch to run Linux

Not long after they revealed a custom boot screen on a Nintendo Switch, a group of hackers calling themselves fail0verflow apparently managed to run a Linux-based operating system on this game console.

Codrut Nistor, 10 Feb 2018 01:48

VLC 3.0.0 "Vetinari" on Windows 10 (32-bit version)

VLC 3.0 now available with 8K and Chromecast support

The first version of the "Vetinari" branch, VLC 3.0.0 is capable of streaming to Chromecast devices even in non-native formats, also supporting 4K and 8K hardware decoding on a wide range of devices, including Android flagships.

Codrut Nistor, 09 Feb 2018 23:59

Civilization VI was released in 2016. (Source: wccftech)

Civilization VI: Rise and Fall now available

Time to say goodbye to another huge chunk of your life as the first expansion pack for Civilization VI is released. Civilization VI: Rise and Fall offers enough new and interesting content to satisfy even the most discerning membe...

Daniel R Deakin, 09 Feb 2018 19:13

Facebook (finally) testing a Downvote button

Although the long-awaited Dislike button is far from arriving, Facebook confirmed they are currently testing a Downvote button that allows users to flag and hide comments.

Codrut Nistor, 09 Feb 2018 11:49

Sony XBR55X900F 4K Android smart TV with Google Assistant (Source: Amazon)

Sony smart TVs with Google Assistant coming soon

In addition to the X900F series that Sony unveiled at CES 2018, this iconic Japanese brand also announced the X850F series. Both feature Google Assistant support and have been listed already on Amazon at prices that range between ...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Feb 2018 09:30

EMUI 8 rollout schedule for various Honor devices. (Source: Neowin / @Honor_FR)

EMUI 8 rollout schedule for various Honor devices detailed

Honor France has released a timeline for the OTA rollout of EMUI 8 for various Honor devices. The rollout starts from 7th February and continues into Q2 2018 depending on the Honor variant.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 09 Feb 2018 08:39

The ZTE Axon 7. (Source: Digital Trends)

The ZTE Axon 7 receives its Oreo update in the guise of an MiFavor 5.2 OTA

Users of the ZTE Axon 7 in China are currently receiving updates to the company's MiFavor 5.2 skin, an OTA that also doubles up as a boost over to Android Oreo 8.0.

Ricci Rox, 08 Feb 2018 22:36

Samsung Galaxy S8 Android flagship gets Oreo-based Samsung Experience 9.0 update

Android Oreo-based Samsung Experience 9.0 rolling out to Galaxy S8 flagships

After a really long wait, the official Android Oreo update for the Galaxy S8 and the Galaxy S8+ has begun its rollout. Beta testers in Europe are the first ones to get the new firmware, but regular users should start to receive it...

Codrut Nistor, 08 Feb 2018 19:47

Windows 10 build 17093 delete diagnostic data option (Source: Windows Experience Blog)

Windows 10 build 17093 allows users to delete diagnostic data

In addition to the button that allows the removal of diagnostic data collected as part of the notorious telemetry process, Windows 10 build 17093 also brings better Bluetooth device pairing, improved graphics settings for multi-GP...

Codrut Nistor, 08 Feb 2018 17:00

Dealing with cheats: The latest patch for PUBG is coming. (Source: Bluehole)

PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) combats cheats with latest patch

Developers for the massively popular multiplayer online battle royale game PUBG will be introducing a new patch for their product that includes new anti-cheat measures to combat players utilizing hacks and codes. The patch will go...

Daniel R Deakin, 08 Feb 2018 16:10

Essential Phone Android flagship gets February 2018 security patch

Essential Phone gets the February security patch

Although there is still a lot of work to be done in the camera software department, the Essential team was very quick in delivering this month's security patch from Google for the company's only handset.

Codrut Nistor, 08 Feb 2018 15:15

Huawei has released an important update for the Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro, with numerous fixes and optimizations. (Source: Huawei)

Update for Huawei Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro fixes camera and connectivity issues

Huawei has started with the first update for its Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro smartphones. The update enhances the quality of the beauty filter, improves battery life, and squashes some camera and connectivity bugs.

Jonathan Maes, 08 Feb 2018 11:48

PWAs can function just like native apps. (Source: OnMSFT)

Progressive Web Apps to be a native feature of Windows 10 'Redstone 4'

Microsoft is looking to integrate Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) functionality natively into Windows 10. The company notes that PWAs are not a substitute for full-fledged UWP apps and both can complement each other in the Store bring...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 08 Feb 2018 08:04

Apple iPhone 6 and 7 to get more battery settings in iOS 11.3

New beta of iOS 11.3 allows you to disable battery performance throttling

Thanks to the Battery Health settings that appeared in the latest beta, owners of iPhone 6 and iPhone 7 handsets will be able to disable performance throttling and to keep their devices running at full speed. However, iOS 11.3 has...

Codrut Nistor, 07 Feb 2018 18:45

ADB.Miner worm global infection map (Source: 360 Netlab Blog)

ADB.Miner worm turns your Android device into a mining rig

Although it quickly infected a few thousand devices worldwide, the spread of the cryptocurrency mining malware ADB.Miner seems to be quite limited at this time. However, there is still time for this piece of code to become a serio...

Codrut Nistor, 07 Feb 2018 16:35

Image: Amazon (with edits). Prices may not be reflective of Amazon's new policies.

Amazon to drop lock screen ads from their Prime Exclusive phones

Phones sold through Amazon's Prime Exclusive Phone program will no longer display lock screen ads, according to the retailer. The phones, which which were sold at prices substantially lower than MSRP, will instead feature Amazon-c...

Sam Medley, 06 Feb 2018 23:59

Android Oreo finally breaks the 1 percent barrier

With Android Lollipop usage finally below 25 percent, Android Oreo managed to climb above the 1 percent barrier for the first time in history. Android Nougat usage also grew up by more than 2 percent in February compared to the fi...

Codrut Nistor, 06 Feb 2018 20:40

Google fixes Android Wear 2.0 lag problems

While disabling "OK, Google" detection on Android Wear devices was a workaround that severely limited their capabilities, a new software update finally takes care of the annoying lag issue that has been around for about a month.

Codrut Nistor, 06 Feb 2018 19:25

The Honor View 10 offers great performance at relatively affordable prices.

Kernel sources for Honor View 10 now available

Huawei has posted kernel sources for the Honor View 10 smartphone. This follows in the wake of Huawei's announcement of the Honor Open Source Program, which aims at releasing the kernel sources and APIs to take advantage of the ne...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 06 Feb 2018 12:54

A strong quarterly showing from Microsoft as rumors swirl about a potential purchase of EA. (Source: Arquitectonica)

Microsoft's latest quarterly financial results show strong performance, particularly from cloud services

Microsoft's results for Q2 2017/2018 show favourable increases in revenue and income. Cloud services are the standout performers with Office 365 and Azure as two of the main contributors.

Craig Ward, 06 Feb 2018 01:24

Windows 10 S to be replaced by a new "S Mode" on all new PCs says rumor. (Source: Micrsoft)

Microsoft rumored to introduce Windows 10 "S Mode" across all new PCs

Microsoft is set to move the Windows 10 S concept across all new PCs shipping later this year. The move may drive down the price of PCs, but could also drive up market confusion as a result.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 04 Feb 2018 06:48

Windows 10 adoption is on the rise. (Source: StatCounter)

Windows 10 edges out Windows 7 in global marketshare according to StatCounter

StatCounter's new analytics show Windows 10 overtaking Windows 7 as the Windows OS with the highest desktop market share up till January 2018. Although other analytics firms paint the opposite picture, the numbers are still strong...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 03 Feb 2018 13:37

Windows Polaris could first Arrive on the Surface Phone in late 2018. (Source: Surface-phone.it)

Windows Polaris could run legacy Win32 apps through remote Azure servers

Even though Polaris will not support Win32 apps natively, Microsoft could use Azure-based remote services like RAIL or VAIL for legacy software. The upcoming Surface Phone is rumored to be the first device that will run Polaris an...

Bogdan Solca, 02 Feb 2018 20:08

The Galaxy S8. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

List of Samsung devices to receive Android Oreo revealed, Galaxy S6 missing

A list of Samsung devices to receive the Android Oreo update has been gleaned from firmware files of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8. Most devices listed are no-brainers but the Galaxy S6 is a notable absentee.

Ricci Rox, 02 Feb 2018 14:47

Google Assistant Go highlights (Source: Google Play)

Google Assistant Go brings voice interaction to slow handsets

Google Assistant Go has most features of the full Google Assistant app but was designed to work with Android Go handsets, so it lacks hands-free voice activation, reminders, controls for smart home devices, and other advanced capa...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Feb 2018 13:00

Sony Xperia XZ1 and XZ1 Compact Android flagships with Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 SoC

High-end Sony Xperia handsets will receive two years of updates

According to the new Sony Xperia update policies, the Xperia XZ1 and Xperia XZ1 Compact should get both Android P and Android Q, since they both launched with Android Oreo onboard. Sadly, the mid-range Xperia handsets might not ge...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Feb 2018 11:55

YouTube Go highlights, service hits 130 new markets February 2018 (Source: Official YouTube Blog)

YouTube Go hits 130 new markets

Introduced last year in India as a lightweight version of the YouTube app, YouTube Go reached 14 other markets since then. Now, it expands to 130 more countries and also gains a few new features, but many markets with fast network...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Feb 2018 10:20

Microsoft is making Office 2019 a Windows 10 exclusive. (Source: Redmondmag)

Microsoft details servicing changes to Windows and Office, Office 2019 to be a Windows 10 exclusive

Microsoft has listed out a few servicing changes to Windows and Office keeping in view the deployment requirements of the enterprise. The company also detailed availability and support cadences of Office 2019 and Windows 10 LTSC.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 02 Feb 2018 07:55

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov releases a statement in a short tweet.

Official Telegram apps temporarily removed from the App Store

The popular messaging app Telegram and variant Telegram X have vanished from Apple's App Store due to 'inappropriate content', although founder Pavel Durov claims that the apps are gone because of a minor issue and should resurfac...

Jonathan Maes, 01 Feb 2018 16:56

Huawei Mate 9 Android flagship gets Oreo update in the US

Huawei Mate 9 gets Android Oreo in the US

Android Oreo is finally rolling out for the Huawei Mate 9 in the US. This update includes the January 2018 security patch from Google and Huawei's EMUI 8.0 custom interface.

Codrut Nistor, 31 Jan 2018 23:59