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Office 2019 is now more expensive than its predecessor. (Source: awok.com)

Microsoft increases prices for some Office 2019 suites by about 10% each

Microsoft has raised the prices of Office Home & Business 2019 and Office Professional 2019 to US$249.99 and $439.99 respectively. This is an approximate 10% hike compared to the corresponding Office 2016 suites.

Deirdre O Donnell, 30 Oct 2018 00:16

Steam Play on Linux now supports over 2,600 Windows games. (Source: Tom's Hardware)

Steam Play and ProtonDB now support over 2,600 Windows games on Linux

ProtonDB has announced that over 2,600 Windows games are now playable on Linux via Steam Play. These include games such as The Witcher 3, Dark Souls 3, Dishonored, and more. This increase in game compatibility ever since Steam Pla...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 29 Oct 2018 21:30

Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus get updated... to Android 8.1 Oreo

The Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus are now receiving an update to Android 8.1 Oreo. While receiving a year old update is bad enough, the phones are also receiving the June 2018 Android security patch, putting the devices' security four ...

Sam Medley, 29 Oct 2018 20:58

Google may start offering Android app bundles with a monthly subscription service called Play Pass

Code buried in Google's Play Store app hints that Google may one day offer an app bundle subscription service that offers access to several apps for a monthly fee. A question circulating through Google's Opinion Rewards app seems ...

Sam Medley, 29 Oct 2018 20:13

The OnePlus 6T is showcased in New York. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 6T to start at $549 - unless you go with T-Mobile

The OnePlus 6T has been officially launched, even if none of its details were a huge surprise. On the other hand, the company did wow the audience with the price for the base model. In addition, it unveiled a new trade-in program ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Oct 2018 17:41

LG Pay Quick apparently coming soon to Europe, South Korea, and the US (Source: LetsGoDigital)

LG Pay Quick coming to South Korea, Europe, and the US

Although LG Pay was supposed to reach the US back in June, it still needs to get there. However, LG has just registered the LG Pay Quick trademark in South Korea, Europe, and the US. There might not be a launch date to talk about ...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Oct 2018 13:45

Paypal bans alternative social media site Gab due to posts of the Pittsburgh shooter

Gab, a social media alternative to the likes of Facebook and Twitter, has come under fire yet again for posts from its users. This time, anti-Semitic posts from the Pittsburgh shooter, who shot and killed 11 people in a synagogue ...

Sam Medley, 29 Oct 2018 00:50

The newest software update for Tesla vehicles makes self-driving a partial reality. (Source: The Verge)

Tesla's latest software update makes its cars a little more self-driving

The latest update pushed to Tesla cars in the United States includes the feature 'Navigate on Autopilot'. It allows the car to suggest the next turning, if this movement will take it off or onto a highway, and complete it by itsel...

Deirdre O Donnell, 28 Oct 2018 18:46

October Android distribution numbers are in but Pie is still nowhere to be seen

Android distribution statistics for the month of September showed that pretty much no one was on Android Pie at the time. It's been a month since then and, well, things haven't changed.

Ricci Rox, 28 Oct 2018 13:21

A new, huge Fallout mod was just released... for Fallout: New Vegas

After 7 years of development, Fallout: New California has finally been released. A major overhaul mod for Fallout: New Vegas, New California features a completely original storyline, new voiceover, and about 20-30 hours worth of c...

Sam Medley, 27 Oct 2018 22:36

Group FaceTime in action. (Source: Apple)

iOS 12.1 will unlock Dual SIM and Group FaceTime - but only for newer devices

The next upcoming update for iOS is now rumored to add Group FaceTime and dual SIM support to some phones. For some other, older models, however, only restricted forms of Group FaceTime are coming. Some others are not getting this...

Deirdre O Donnell, 27 Oct 2018 16:08

The Nebula Capsule II is a hit on Kickstarter. (Source: Kickstarter)

Nebula Capsule II portable projector goes on Kickstarter, raises about 13 times original goal so far

Anker's Nebula Capsule is a 720p portable cinema projector that could put your streamed or saved movies on any flat surface. Now, the company is back with the Nebula Capsule II. This Android-powered projector has raised just about...

Deirdre O Donnell, 27 Oct 2018 15:31

It's not yet known what the people behind Fortnite will do with the money. (Source: Inverse)

Fortnite helps Epic raise US$1.25 billion

A press release from Epic Games has announced that the company has managed to raise US$1.25 billion from a group of investors. Undoubtedly, the massive global impact of Fortnite will have contributed to the success Epic has had in...

Daniel R Deakin, 27 Oct 2018 00:27

Red Dead Redemption 2 hits Xbox One

The creators of Grand Theft Auto V, Rockstar Games, are back with the second game in the Red Dead Redemption series. Red Dead Redemption 2 comes with access to Red Dead Online, and those who download it from the Microsoft Store by...

Codrut Nistor, 26 Oct 2018 23:28

Vivaldi 2.1 Quick Commands settings (Source: Own)

Vivaldi 2.1 now available with improved Quick Commands

Less than a month after the release of the 2.0 major update, Vivaldi 2.1 arrives with noticeable improvements to the popular Quick Commands feature. Notes can be created directly in Quick Commands, Page and UI Zoom can both be adj...

Codrut Nistor, 26 Oct 2018 20:02

Google Files Go gets new features October 2018 faster file sharing and built-in media player (Source: Google Play)

Google's Files Go app gets faster sharing and a built-in media player

The set of new features that have just been added to Google Files Go includes — but is not limited to — the following: advanced file browsing, secure app installs, faster sharing, and even a built-in media player that supports bot...

Codrut Nistor, 25 Oct 2018 14:45

The 'OnePlus 6T' has an Antutu entry. (Source: Antutu)

OnePlus 6T's model number shows up on Antutu, scores higher than the 6

In the last week before the OnePlus 6T's release, the leak- and rumor-mill around the device is still going strong. Most recently, a phone with a model number that could correspond to the phone has appeared on Antutu Benchmark. It...

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Oct 2018 23:10

Lyft is pushing hard into self-driving cars. (Image via TechCrunch)

Lyft buys AR firm to help with its self-driving cars

Lyft, the second most popular ride-sharing business, announced its first acquisition centered around autonomous cars. The company will purchase Blue Vision Labs, an AR startup, for US $72 million (with an additional $30 million op...

Sam Medley, 24 Oct 2018 23:05

Facebook Messenger 4 coming soon to iOS and Android with a new interface (Source: Facebook Newsroom)

Facebook Messenger 4 goes all-white and only sports three tabs

Expected to roll out to Android and iOS devices in the coming weeks, Facebook Messenger 4 comes with a simplified white interface that only sports three tabs, and it also comes with the ability to add color gradients to chat bubbl...

Codrut Nistor, 24 Oct 2018 20:29

An example of what the Companion App looks like on iOS. (Source: Rockstar Games)

Red Dead Redemption 2 Companion App will put your game's map on your phone

Rockstar Games has announced the Companion App for its upcoming release, Red Dead Redemption 2. This app connects an Android or iOS device to the console in question, and allows the player to view maps, stats and progress on their...

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Oct 2018 18:30

One of the images online showing an alleged extra notch on the Pixel 3 XL. (Source: Piunika Web)

Your Pixel 3 XL could have had TWO notches

The Pixel 3 XL's display notch is a matter of taste at best, and a matter of tolerance at worst. Google's own rules for notch support in the latest version of Android stipulate only one of them per screen edge. However, some Pixel...

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Oct 2018 16:57

The welcome screen for the Samsung Members beta-testing program. (Source: XDA)

Latest Android Pie beta for Galaxy S9 reported to have working night theme and gestures

The XDA has gotten its hands on what appears to be the most recent beta for Android 9.0 (Pie) on the Samsung Galaxy S9. This build does not exactly introduce new features, but is reported to have fixed the significant bugs of the ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Oct 2018 14:51

War Thunder 1.83 "Masters of the Sea" update now available

War Thunder 1.83 "Masters of the Sea" takes naval battles into Open Beta

War Thunder 1.83 "Masters of the Sea" introduces the British Royal Navy tech tree (in Closed Beta), but also brings in new German, Soviet, and American vessels. The naval forces of these three nations can now be played by everyone...

Codrut Nistor, 23 Oct 2018 22:25

The Samsung Galaxy Book 2. (Source: PhoneArena)

5G could replace your laptop's hard-drive, according to tech executives

Companies such as Qualcomm and Samsung may believe that devices like the Galaxy Book 2 are the immediate future of the laptop. This is because they can leverage the power of 5G for data transfer and cloud functions. However, some ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Oct 2018 23:59

Qualcomm working on Google Chrome port for Windows 10 ARM, launch expected for Q2 2019

Windows 10 ARM could get a native Google Chrome release in the second half of 2019

Google Chrome users who run the browser on Qualcomm Snapdragon-driven Windows 10 ARM laptops are facing performance problems due to the fact that these machines have to emulate this piece of code. Qualcomm has confirmed that an AR...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Oct 2018 18:15

Digital Wellbeing app hits Android One handsets with Android 9.0 Pie (Source: Google Play)

The Digital Wellbeing app now available for testing on Android One handsets

Only available for Pixel devices until now, the Digital Wellbeing app is finally ready for Android One handsets. The problem is that it only works on Android 9.0 Pie, so only Nokia 7 Plus and Nokia 6.1 Plus users can enjoy this pi...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Oct 2018 16:35

Dell XPS 15 9570 facing a DPC latency bug, problem should be fixed soon according to Frank Azor

Dell XPS 15 9570's DPC latency issue should be fixed soon

At first glance, the Dell XPS 15 9570 is a good choice for those who are looking for a powerful yet portable machine to use for music production. Sadly, a DPC latency issue makes it unsuitable for this task, but Frank Azor has jus...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Oct 2018 14:25

Honor Magic 2 spotted on Chinese web without visible fingerprint scanner

The Honor Magic 2 is likely to be released soon. It has been slated to come with an OPPO Find X-like sliding mechanism to hide its front-facing sensors behind a notch-free screen. Recent leaks and teasers from Weibo and TENAA indi...

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Oct 2018 13:21

Windows has another new October update issue to fix

The newest Windows 10 update (1809, or October update) has been plagued with teething issues. Most recently, some users have documented one of them on Reddit. This bug results in the failure to bring up dialogs that prevent the lo...

Deirdre O Donnell, 21 Oct 2018 19:08

Sony announces exact dates for its Android Pie rollout

Sony sent out the Pie update to the Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact and has gone a step further by announcing exact dates for the XZ1, XZ1 Compact, XZ Premium, XZ2 Premium and XA2 phones' Android Pie rollout.

Ricci Rox, 21 Oct 2018 16:20

Soulcalibur VI now available for consoles, Windows, and arcade (Source: BANDAI NAMCO)

Soulcalibur VI now available for arcade, consoles, and Windows

Even available for old-school coin-operated machines, Soulcalibur VI is now out for Windows PCs, as well as Xbox One and PlayStation 4 consoles. With a roster of returning fighters and newcomers, this title is set in the 16th cent...

Codrut Nistor, 21 Oct 2018 10:32

Some Pixel phones are failing to save some images taken with Google Camera. (Source: Android Police)

Some Pixel phones are not saving images taken using the Google Camera app

Some Pixel 2 and 2XL units do not save the pictures taken using Google Camera properly, so that they do not show up in Photos or in the phones' storage. This is now apparently happening to some newer Pixels as well. This issue may...

Deirdre O Donnell, 20 Oct 2018 14:56

Google Android facing problems in Europe, licensing fees to drive handset prices up in 2019

Google app licenses for Android to reach US$40 per phone

As if the various taxes already in place are not enough, Android users in the EU will end up paying more for their phones starting next year due to the licensing fees that Google will start charging for devices that are activated ...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Oct 2018 21:44

Samsung Family Square going down on October 22

Samsung Family Square shutting down next week

Samsung has shut down services in the past and will surely do the same in the future, so the fact that Family Square is going down is nothing out of this world. This app came with the 18.4-inch Galaxy View and its goal was to enab...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Oct 2018 20:46

Ubuntu Linux 18.10 "Cosmic Cuttlefish" now available October 2018 (Source: Ubuntu blog)

Ubuntu 18.10 "Cosmic Cuttlefish" now available, new default theme and performance improvements in tow

As previously announced, the Ubuntu 18.10 release comes with the GNOME 3.30 desktop and Yaru — the new default theme that has been developed by the community. The new kernel and updated graphics libraries now support the Raspberry...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Oct 2018 17:46

Windows 10 19H1 is currently available as an insider's preview. (Source: Windows Latest)

2019 Windows update may address Spectre patch-related performance issues

Windows 10 19H1, an update already being tested out by some users, is now expected to contain new adaptations to the Spectre-patch problem. These fixes for the more severe Spectre variant 2 vulnerability can reduce performance by ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Oct 2018 14:24

The iPhone XR adds blue to the Apple back-panel color gamut. (Source: Rogers)

iPhone XR now available for pre-order

The iPhone XR may be the be-notched version of the SE line of old. It offers many new Apple features in a slightly cheaper chassis. This alternative to the XS and XS Max may be attractive for those who like different colors, don't...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Oct 2018 13:23

Project Warlock first person shooter for Windows now available late October 2018 (Source: GOG)

Project Warlock is a nostalgia-infused GOG exclusive first person shooter

Fans of old-school first-person shooters like Doom, Wolfenstein, or Duke Nukem can enjoy the brand-new Project Warlock, a game that features 60 levels, 5 worlds, 72 enemy types, 38 upgradeable weapons, 8 unlockable spells, as well...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Oct 2018 09:40

Spotify has a refreshed Wear OS app. (Source: Spotify)

Spotify releases improved Wear OS app update

The music streaming service Spotify has finally pushed an update for the app used on Android smartwatches. This version takes on the functions users formerly had to turn to 3rd-party solutions for. For example, the new Spotify for...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Oct 2018 09:28

OEMs who ship to the EEA may now have to pay for Google Play Store licenses for their devices. (Source: unity.com)

Google will stop auto-bundling Chrome and Search with the Play Store on Android in the EEA

Google has lost out in an anti-trust hearing conducted by the European Commission. As a result, the company have been fined US$5 billion, although it is currently appealing this decision. In the meantime, the requirements for Andr...

Deirdre O Donnell, 17 Oct 2018 18:21

The ZTE Axon 7. (Source: Digital Trends)

The ZTE Axon 7 finally receives Android Oreo but it's a mess

ZTE, a few days ago, finally released Android Oreo for the Axon 7. The update is an Android 8.0 one that also doubles up as the July security patch, both of which are only the first in a long line of things wrong with the OS updat...

Ricci Rox, 17 Oct 2018 16:00

Google Android Pie statue at Googleplex, OnePlus delays Android Pie for OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 5

OnePlus delays the Android Pie update for the 3 and 5 series

While the reason is — and will probably remain — unknown, it has been officially confirmed that the Android Pie update for the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 3 handsets will not arrive as soon as expected. Although an official launch date ...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Oct 2018 14:50

Chrome 70 now available with the ability to control browser sign-in

The latest Google Chrome browser comes with a new setting that allows its users to have a better control over the sign-in and sync features, the AV1 video streaming codec, as well as a rather large number of minor tweaks, fixes, a...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Oct 2018 10:55

Winamp 2 default interface, Winamp 6 coming in 2019

Winamp is rising from the dead, version 6 coming in 2019

If everything works as planned, Winamp 5.8 will arrive tomorrow with a bunch of fixes in tow and — the best part of it all — without the paid options previously reserved to the users of the Pro version. However, this iconic piece ...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Oct 2018 10:15

Adobe Premiere Rush CC is now available as part of the Creative Cloud subscription. (Source: Adobe)

Adobe MAX 2018 | Adobe launches Premiere Rush CC for YouTubers on the go

Adobe announced at its MAX 2018 event that Project Rush is now ready for prime time and will launch as Premiere Rush CC as part of the Creative Cloud suite. Premiere Rush CC brings the best aspects of the desktop Premiere Pro expe...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 15 Oct 2018 22:34

Adobe Photoshop CC will soon be available on the iPad. (Source: Adobe)

Adobe MAX 2018 | Adobe announces full Photoshop CC for the iPad

At its MAX 2018 event today, Adobe announced that it is bringing the power of desktop Photoshop CC to the iPad. The new Photoshop CC for iPad is completely redesigned for a touch-first experience and enables all functionality foun...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 15 Oct 2018 21:47

The Pixel 2 and 2 XL will not be able to use the Pixel Stand, among other new Google things. (Source: Android Police)

Whole load of new Pixel camera functions not coming to older Google phones

During the Made by Google event, the presenters of various new Pixel 3 and 3 XL features promised that at least some of them would also be ported to their predecessors through software updates. Now, however, the company has confir...

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Oct 2018 20:01

HTC Exodus, a blockchain-powered phone, to be released next week

The Exodus is HTC's first foray into blockchain for smartphones. The device is rumored to appeal to crypto enthusiasts and gamers, and may rival the similar Finney phone in many respects. New reports indicate that it will be relea...

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Oct 2018 19:24

Call Of Duty: Black Ops 4 now available for Xbox One

The latest installment in the Black Ops series is finally available for Xbox One at US$59.99 (Standard and Digital Standard Edition), US$99.99 (Digital Deluxe Edition), and US$129.99 (Digital Deluxe Enhanced Edition). Call of Duty...

Codrut Nistor, 15 Oct 2018 19:06

The Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact receive Android Pie but there are a few features missing

Sony, a few days ago, made good on its promise to send out the Android Pie update to its devices by October. The Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact kicked off the Pie rollout, although users have claimed that a few major features are yet ...

Ricci Rox, 14 Oct 2018 17:18

Software

Microsoft increases prices for some Office 2019 suites by about 10% each

Steam Play and ProtonDB now support over 2,600 Windows games on Linux

Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus get updated... to Android 8.1 Oreo

Google may start offering Android app bundles with a monthly subscription service called Play Pass

OnePlus 6T to start at $549 - unless you go with T-Mobile

LG Pay Quick coming to South Korea, Europe, and the US

Paypal bans alternative social media site Gab due to posts of the Pittsburgh shooter

Tesla's latest software update makes its cars a little more self-driving

October Android distribution numbers are in but Pie is still nowhere to be seen

A new, huge Fallout mod was just released... for Fallout: New Vegas

iOS 12.1 will unlock Dual SIM and Group FaceTime - but only for newer devices

Nebula Capsule II portable projector goes on Kickstarter, raises about 13 times original goal so far

Fortnite helps Epic raise US$1.25 billion

Red Dead Redemption 2 hits Xbox One

Vivaldi 2.1 now available with improved Quick Commands

Google's Files Go app gets faster sharing and a built-in media player

OnePlus 6T's model number shows up on Antutu, scores higher than the 6

Lyft buys AR firm to help with its self-driving cars

Facebook Messenger 4 goes all-white and only sports three tabs

Red Dead Redemption 2 Companion App will put your game's map on your phone

Your Pixel 3 XL could have had TWO notches

Latest Android Pie beta for Galaxy S9 reported to have working night theme and gestures

War Thunder 1.83 "Masters of the Sea" takes naval battles into Open Beta

5G could replace your laptop's hard-drive, according to tech executives

Windows 10 ARM could get a native Google Chrome release in the second half of 2019

The Digital Wellbeing app now available for testing on Android One handsets

Dell XPS 15 9570's DPC latency issue should be fixed soon

Honor Magic 2 spotted on Chinese web without visible fingerprint scanner

Windows has another new October update issue to fix

Sony announces exact dates for its Android Pie rollout

Soulcalibur VI now available for arcade, consoles, and Windows

Some Pixel phones are not saving images taken using the Google Camera app

Google app licenses for Android to reach US$40 per phone

Samsung Family Square shutting down next week

Ubuntu 18.10 "Cosmic Cuttlefish" now available, new default theme and performance improvements in tow

2019 Windows update may address Spectre patch-related performance issues

iPhone XR now available for pre-order

Project Warlock is a nostalgia-infused GOG exclusive first person shooter

Spotify releases improved Wear OS app update

Google will stop auto-bundling Chrome and Search with the Play Store on Android in the EEA

The ZTE Axon 7 finally receives Android Oreo but it's a mess

OnePlus delays the Android Pie update for the 3 and 5 series

Chrome 70 now available with the ability to control browser sign-in

Winamp is rising from the dead, version 6 coming in 2019

Adobe MAX 2018 | Adobe launches Premiere Rush CC for YouTubers on the go

Adobe MAX 2018 | Adobe announces full Photoshop CC for the iPad

Whole load of new Pixel camera functions not coming to older Google phones

HTC Exodus, a blockchain-powered phone, to be released next week

Call Of Duty: Black Ops 4 now available for Xbox One

The Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact receive Android Pie but there are a few features missing

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