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HP Care lists the SD835 powered laptop. (Source: HP)

The HP 2US29AV could be one of the first ARM-powered Windows 10 laptops

Details of HP's first ARM-powered Windows 10 laptop could have just leaked, courtesy of HP Care. The site lists availability of Care Pack services for an yet to be announced HP laptop powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 SoC.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 14 Nov 2017 13:25

Essential Phone gets unofficial LineageOS support

Although the Essential Phone's design makes it difficult to build custom ROMs for it, an XDA Developers user has been able to bring LineageOS 14.1 to Andy Rubin's flagship.

Codrut Nistor, 14 Nov 2017 11:20

Marshmallow still most popular version of Android with 31% market distribution

Google has released Google Play install statistics which show that Marshmallow is still the most widely used version of Android with a 30.9% market distribution. Oreo comes in dead last—yes, even worse than Gingerbread—with just 0...

Ricci Rox, 14 Nov 2017 08:41

Google Files Go file manager (Source: Google Play)

Google Files Go file manager for Android enters public beta

Although it was scheduled to go public in December, Google's Files Go file manager for Android leaked online earlier this week, so the tech giant decided to speed things up and made the app available via the Google Play store.

Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2017 23:35

Apple's iPhone 8 flagship family gets a new minor iOS update

Apple fixes the autocorrect bug on iPhones and iPads

The bug that came with iOS 11.1 and simply did not allow some users to type "i" by replacing it with "A" and a Unicode symbol has just been fixed by iOS 11.1.1. This update also takes care of an issue with Siri ("Hey Siri" sometim...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2017 19:35

SwiftKey gets Photo Themes (Source: SwiftKey)

SwiftKey announces Photo Themes, teams up with a National Geographic contributing photographer

The SwiftKey virtual keyboard app for both Android and iOS has just received Photo Themes, as well as a gallery of nature images to use with this new feature. These shots were taken and curated by Keith Ladzinski, a top photograph...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2017 14:45

Another HTC phone looks to be on the way

HTC is set to launch another device year runs out, with the phone, the "Ocean Harmony" looking to be another mid-ranger. There's been talk of a Snapdragon 652, though, so we're not exactly sure what HTC has planned for this one.

Ricci Rox, 09 Nov 2017 08:02

Google Android is now 10 years old

Although the first stable release of Google's operating system came out in 2008, the first public beta build of this open source project arrived back in the first days of November 2017, thus making Android as old as a decade.

Codrut Nistor, 08 Nov 2017 01:25

Xiaomi Mi Max 2 phablet gets MIUI 9 software update

MIUI 9 global stable ROM rolls out

After spending a long time in the public beta testing stage, the Android Nougat-based MIUI 9 ROM by Xiaomi is finally rolling out to Redmi Note 4/Note 4X and Mi Max 2 handsets. The second batch consists of six more devices and is ...

Codrut Nistor, 07 Nov 2017 21:30

Ubisoft kicks off the Holiday Season by offering Watch Dogs for free to PC users

This giveaway that offers the PC edition of the popular action-adventure video game Watch Dogs to all Uplay users starts tomorrow and ends on November 13. However, those in a hurry can already preload the game, but they will have ...

Codrut Nistor, 06 Nov 2017 21:55

Movement in Bitcoin value over the last seven days. (Source: Coindesk)

Bitcoin reached a massive US$7583 value by late last week, but dropped dramatically on Monday

Bitcoin completed a record breaking week by hitting almost US$7600 in value over the weekend, before sinking even more sharply back below US$7000 during Monday trading.

Craig Ward, 06 Nov 2017 20:53

Google Pixel 2 XL's charging measured at 10.5W

Nathan Park, a freelance hardware engineer, has carried out tests on the Google Pixel 2 XL, discovering an intentional bottleneck on the device that limits the power received by the phone from the 18W supplied by its stock charger...

Ricci Rox, 05 Nov 2017 21:46

Nintendo's new 2DS XL. (Source: Nintendo)

Nintendo 2DS/3DS sales continue strongly, will hit 70 million combined sales soon

Nintendo has revealed sales figures for their 2DS/3DS line of portable games consoles showing strong sales figures of both hardware and software. Sales improved with the release of the new 2DS XL, and despite the success of the Sw...

Craig Ward, 04 Nov 2017 19:35

Pixel 2 XL, ask more of your phone. (Source: Google)

Google replacing Pixel 2 XLs sent to customers without Android installed

Continuing the trend of the Pixel 2 XL, a small number of users have complained on Reddit and the Ars Technica forums about receiving devices which are completely missing the operating system. Google reports that they have fixed t...

Craig Ward, 04 Nov 2017 02:05

ThrottleStop in action. (Source: TechPowerup)

First new version of ThrottleStop since April is now available

The first new version of ThrottleStop in nearly seven months is now available for download. In addition to the usual assortment of powerful configuration features it brings support for Apollo Lake, a new way to toggle mini mode, a...

Craig Ward, 03 Nov 2017 19:13

Google introduces Fast Pair for quick pairing with Bluetooth headphones. (Source: Google)

Android "Fast Pair" takes on Apple's AirPods

Google has introduced Fast Pair for Android devices. It brings a far easier way of pairing Bluetooth headphones that is very similar to what Apple is doing with its AirPods for iPhone.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 01 Nov 2017 12:28

Samsung Internet Browser 6.2 Night Mode and High Contrast Mode (Source: Samsung Internet Developers)

Samsung Internet Browser 6.2 now available for download

The latest version of Samsung's Internet Browser app for Android brings a few useful features out of beta, including a new Night Mode and a new High Contrast Mode or the ability to download and install third-party ad blockers.

Codrut Nistor, 31 Oct 2017 21:11

The Nintendo Switch console now has over 300 developers working on new games. (Source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch now has over 300 developers working on games

The Nintendo is having trouble keeping up with demand for the Nintendo Switch with over 7 million consoles now sold since it launched in March. Developers are jumping on board in big numbers too, with over 300 now developing title...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 31 Oct 2017 11:41

Windows 10 free upgrade via assisted technologies will end on 31st December 2017

One of the two remaining pathways to obtaining a free and legal upgrade to Windows 10 from an earlier version of Windows will be closed at the end of this year.

Craig Ward, 31 Oct 2017 01:03

Assassin's Creed Origins is another example of DRM gone wrong

Publishers need to protect their game from piracy, and gamers should pay for the games we play. But there is a problem when the method of DRM implementation degrades the experience of those who obtained the game legitimately.

Craig Ward, 30 Oct 2017 23:20

The S8+ is one of two devices confirmed to be eligible for the beta program.

Samsung to open Oreo beta program soon, Note 8 snubbed

Samsung is set to announce the reopening of its beta-testing program, Galaxy Beta, in the coming days, with users getting the chance to have a taste of Oreo prior to the final release scheduled for Q1 2018. The Galaxy Note 8 is sn...

Ricci Rox, 30 Oct 2017 22:12

LG G6 spotted with Oreo on Geekbench

An LG G6 has been spotted on popular benchmark platform Geekbench, Android Oreo in tow. There are no specifics about when the device will receive the Oreo update but G6 users can now be confident that they'll get it.

Ricci Rox, 30 Oct 2017 16:21

PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds will switch to Microsoft Azure for server hosting

Microsoft's relationship with the developers of PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds deepens as they transfer server hosting from Amazon Web Services over to Microsoft Azure.

Craig Ward, 29 Oct 2017 20:41

The new Microsoft Store app could soon start offering hardware devices such as the Surface. (Source: Windows Central)

The Microsoft Store app will soon start offering Surface and other hardware

The Microsoft Store app will soon offer users to buy Surface and other partner hardware directly from within the app. Although hidden for now, this could be part of Microsoft's efforts to consolidate all marketplaces into one cohe...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 29 Oct 2017 06:28

Huawei App Store in China. (Source: Mobilbranche.de)

Huawei AppStore and video service to be expanded beyond China in early 2018

During the Huawei Eco Connect 2017 conference in Berlin, the world's third largest smartphone manufacturer, announced that they would be bringing their App Store to Europe, but there are questions around what benefit it will bring...

Craig Ward, 28 Oct 2017 23:59

Skype 7.0 for Android (Source: Skype blog)

Skype for Android hits one billion downloads

Earlier this week, Skype for Android reached an impressive milestone. Its Google Play store page shows that this app has been downloaded over a billion times so far, also holding a 4.1/5 rating after more than 10 million user revi...

Codrut Nistor, 28 Oct 2017 15:40

It's hakuna matata now. (Sources: Betches)

Whatsapp's new message recall feature puts drunk-texting back on the menu

Whatsapp has finally activated the recall function on its app, a function which allows users to recall—or effectively delete—messages that have already been sent. You'd do well to take screenshots of messages you wish to use as le...

Ricci Rox, 27 Oct 2017 16:51

The Settings apps in Windows 10 'Redstone 4' will receive a Fluent Design makeover. (Source: Windows Central)

Windows 10 Settings app to get some Fluent Design makeover in 'Redstone 4'

Upcoming builds of the 'Redstone 4' early development branch of Windows 10 will feature Fluent Design System elements being incorporated to the Settings app. As development of 'Redstone 4' progresses, we can expect to see more Flu...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 27 Oct 2017 16:13

Assassin's Creed Origins (Source: Steam)

Assassin's Creed Origins is now available for purchase

A decade after the release of the first game in the series, Assassin's Creed Origins takes the player all the way back to Egypt's Ptolemaic period. This new game runs on Windows PCs, as well as PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles.

Codrut Nistor, 27 Oct 2017 11:35

The Microsoft foldable Courier Booklet PC concept from 2008. (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Andromeda is a foldable ARM-based Booklet PC rumored for 2018

Microsoft could launch a foldable Surface device in 2018, if rumors prove accurate. The device would be a spiritual successor to the cancelled Courier device first revealed in 2008.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 27 Oct 2017 02:59

Samsung to release Oreo updates in Q1 2018

Samsung is set to release updates to Android Oreo by the start of 2018. Particular details of the company's plans are unknown at the moment but we expect the Galaxy Beta program to be re-opened soon.

Ricci Rox, 26 Oct 2017 17:05

Amazon Appstore app October 2017 update (Source: Amazon)

Amazon's new Appstore app focuses on Amazon Coins

The new version of the Appstore app works on Fire tablets, Fire TV digital media players, and Android-driven devices. It features a visual overhaul and an increased focus on Amazon Coins.

Codrut Nistor, 26 Oct 2017 06:50

Amazon Key relies on a compatible smart lock, smart camera, and Amazon Cloud. (Source: Amazon)

Amazon Key lets couriers unlock your door when you're not home

Amazon has released their Amazon Key service which uses an Amazon produced smart camera, a smart lock from Yale or Kwikset, and the Amazon Cloud to allow delivery drivers to unlock your front door and leave your parcel inside.

Craig Ward, 26 Oct 2017 01:10

Oreo for the Nokia 8 was teased weeks ago by company executive Juho Sarvikas. (Source: Twitter)

Oreo beta program for Nokia 8 opened

HMD has introduced its beta program, beta labs, for the testing of the beta version of Android Oreo on the Nokia 8. The company previously promised users of the Nokia 8 that they would get Oreo before the end of the year, so this ...

Ricci Rox, 25 Oct 2017 21:46

Gmail has over one billion active users.

Gmail finally gets native add-on support

Google has announced the implementation of its add-on feature on the Gmail client, with both the desktop web client and Android app benefiting from the move.

Ricci Rox, 25 Oct 2017 21:32

An example of three Android Instant Apps. (Source: Google)

Android Instant Apps gives the Play Store a 'Try Now' button to test and use apps without installing

The Android Instant Apps Platform has now had a full public release allowing users to try applications without needing to install them. The platform also allows continued use and access to application features.

Craig Ward, 24 Oct 2017 21:53

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is coming to Xbox One. (Source: Microsoft)

Original Xbox titles now available on Xbox One, 360 titles getting One X enhanced

Microsoft has made 13 original Xbox titles available on the Xbox One, which are available now. These will be followed on November 7 by four revamped Xbox 360 titles that will be specially enhanced for the Xbox One X.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Oct 2017 10:21

Android Oreo released for the Xperia XZ Premium

Sony has released the Oreo update to users of the XZ Premium. This is about par for the company, as it becomes the first OEM to send out working Oreo updates.

Ricci Rox, 23 Oct 2017 14:44

Give money to people you know using Paypal's new Facebook Messenger integration

Paypal continues to integrate with the platforms we use to communicate with each other and is now integrated in Facebook Messenger.

Craig Ward, 22 Oct 2017 01:15

Ubuntu Linux 17.10 "Artful Aardvark" (Source: Canonical)

Ubuntu Linux 17.10 now available with GNOME 3 as default desktop interface

The new Ubuntu Linux 17.10 release is nicknamed "Artful Aardvark" and comes with the latest version of GNOME as the default desktop, thus dropping Canonical's Unity graphical shell.

Codrut Nistor, 20 Oct 2017 19:15

Cover art for Sid Meier's Civilization III. (Source: Mobygames)

Deal | For a limited time you can claim Civilization III for free and play just one more turn

The Humble Store has Steam keys for the Complete Edition of Civilization III available for free, but get in quick because this deal ends on Saturday.

Craig Ward, 20 Oct 2017 02:43

Windows Mixed Reality support comes with the Fall Creators Update for Win 10. (Source: Microsoft)

Windows 10 Fall Creators update now rolling out

Microsoft has commenced the global rollout of its Fall Creators Update for Windows 10. Users can either wait for the update to reach them, or do a manual clean install of the latest Windows 10 ISO to get it immediately.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 19 Oct 2017 02:17

NVIDIA Shield Tablet K1 Android tablet for gamers will not receive Android Oreo

The Nvidia Shield Tablet K1 will not get Oreo

The Nvidia Shield Tablet K1 has been around long enough to move from Lollipop to Marshmallow and then to Nougat. Sadly, it has just been confirmed that this slate for gamers will not get an official Oreo update.

Codrut Nistor, 16 Oct 2017 14:50

Oreo will be the last major update the OnePLus 3T receives. (Source: Techradar)

Last-gen OnePlus devices get first taste of Oreo

OnePlus 3 and 3T users in the Open Beta Program have received an update that finally gives them a taste of Android 8.0.0 Oreo. It's but a beta update, of course, so it comes with a slew of bugs and worries.

Ricci Rox, 16 Oct 2017 14:05

Samsung Bixby in native context mode (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Bixby 2.0 might arrive this week

Although the current version still has to add support for a few widely used languages, Samsung Bixby 2.0 is apparently on its way and the updated virtual assistant is expected to come with improved third-party integration and supp...

Codrut Nistor, 16 Oct 2017 07:55

Windows Contacts application showing the Fluent Design changes. (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft shares video showing off Windows 10's beautiful new Fluent Design System

With the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update due on the 17th of October, Microsoft has released a quick look at some of the beautiful Fluent Design changes which will be showing up on our PCs soon.

Craig Ward, 15 Oct 2017 23:57

Microsoft Edge beta for Android showing welcome page (left) and tabs page (right). (Source: Own)

From edge to edge: Sync with the Microsoft Edge browser beta now on Android

A few hours ago Microsoft released the Edge browser beta for Android. The new browser is beautiful, simplistic, and provides easy syncing with Windows 10 PCs.

Craig Ward, 12 Oct 2017 22:26

The wolf in sheep's clothing which snuck into thousands of unsuspecting digital pens. (Source: SwiftOnSecurity)

A fake Adblock Plus extension has infected about 37,000 Google Chrome users

Posing as the world's most popular ad-blocking software, a fraudulent extension made it onto the Chrome Web Store and tricked tens of thousands of victims into installing what turned out to be a very annoying piece of adware.

John Garcia, 10 Oct 2017 21:42

Cortana support now available in Skype (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Skype gets Cortana support

Starting yesterday, Cortana support began rolling out to Skype users in the US. This new capability is available for both the Android and the iOS versions of Microsoft's well-known app.

Codrut Nistor, 10 Oct 2017 18:35

Andy Rubin holds a white version of his Essential phone. (Source: Twitter)

Essential PH-1 to get Oreo before year's end, camera fix promised

Executives of Essential have taken to holding bi-weekly AMA's on Reddit in the hopes of creating a better user experience. The last thread had some interesting tidbits on the expectations of Oreo for the PH-1, and possible improve...

Ricci Rox, 10 Oct 2017 17:44