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Apple has released a patch for the Indian character bug that causes severe crashes on all platforms.

Apple releases patch to fix the Indian 'Telugu bug' on all platforms

Apple has released a patch that will fix the so-called 'Telugu bug' on iOS, MacOS, tvOS and WatchOS. When users receive a message or notification that contains a certain Indian character, the app crashes and becomes unusable. In s...

Jonathan Maes, 20 Feb 2018 11:46

The popular keyboard application Swype has officially been discontinued. (Source: Swype)

Swype Keyboard app discontinued on Android and iOS

Nuance will stop the development of the Swype Keyboard app for iOS and Android. The company has ceased all support for the standalone application and will focus its efforts on built-in keyboards for phone manufacturers instead.

Jonathan Maes, 20 Feb 2018 11:09

How to run Linux binaries natively in Windows 10

The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is Microsoft's technology stack that enables native Linux binaries to run in a Windows user environment without the need to install a full fledged Linux distro — native or virtual. This tutori...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 20 Feb 2018 08:28

HP previously partnered with Apple in 2004 to resell its iPod with HP branding. (Source: Wikipedia)

HP to officially resell Apple products

HP will be reselling Apple's iPhone, iPad and Macs to its enterprise customers. The new program is aimed at giving its customers a one-stop solution for the deployment and support of multiple devices and operating systems in the w...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 20 Feb 2018 01:43

Both the Pentagon and the US Army run similar hacking events. (Source: Business Insider)

Hack the Air Force 2.0 costs USAF over US$100,000

The United States Air Force has made bounty payouts totaling US$103,883 to hackers invited to test the force's systems and software. The event ran from December 9, 2017 to January 1, 2018.

Daniel R Deakin, 19 Feb 2018 19:45

Trump's increase in infrastructure spending positively affected Bitcoin's value. (Source: Dealbreaker)

Don't expect US regulation of Bitcoin anytime soon

White House spokesman, Rob Joyce, doesn't believe the US government is ready to attempt regulating Bitcoin until the good and bad aspects of the cryptocurrency are fully understood. The US official was discussing the topic at the ...

Daniel R Deakin, 16 Feb 2018 20:28

Google will acquire IoT platform Xively for $50 million. (Source: Google)

Google acquires Internet of Things platform Xively for US$50 million

Google has announced that it intends to acquire the Internet of Things platform Xively in order to expand its own Cloud IoT Core infrastructure. Google will pay US$50 million for the takeover.

Jonathan Maes, 16 Feb 2018 13:44

Facebook Messenger Kids now on Android (Source: Google Play)

Facebook Messenger Kids now available for Android

Not long after its arrival to iOS devices and Amazon Fire tablets, the Facebook Messenger Kids app is finally available for all Android handsets and tablets via Google Play.

Codrut Nistor, 16 Feb 2018 11:31

It is not known yet if you can pre-order an Ataribox with Atari Tokens. (Source: Ataribox)

Can the Atari Token gobble up cryptocurrency competition?

Atari has announced that it will be developing a digital currency called Atari Token. Atari (incorporated in 1972) was once a huge player in the video-game industry but struggled to compete against Sony, Sega and Nintendo in the g...

Daniel R Deakin, 15 Feb 2018 23:30

The 2016 LTSB version of Windows 10 will have mainstream support until 2021. (Source: Softpedia)

Windows 10 vital to US Air Force preparedness

The US Department of Defense has stated that the United States Air Force (USAF) must ensure its computers are operating Windows 10 by March 31, 2018. The Microsoft OS is considered to be a crucial component in the overall readines...

Daniel R Deakin, 15 Feb 2018 22:23

Wild Buster: Heroes of Titan. (Source: Insel Games)

Valve removes developer from Steam after CEO apparently threatens staff to post fake reviews

An email has been leaked showing the CEO of Insel Games appearing to threaten staff job security if they didn't post fake reviews of one of their games on Steam. After looking into these claims, Valve has decided to remove the dev...

Craig Ward, 15 Feb 2018 21:01

Warriors of Waterdeep pre-registration now live (Source: Ludia)

Dungeons & Dragons coming back to mobile this spring thanks to Warriors of Waterdeep

Yesterday, Wizards of the Coast and Ludia announced Warriors of Waterdeep, a new Dungeons & Dragons mobile game for both Android and iOS. This turn-based RPG is free to play and uses card packs. Although it will not launch this mo...

Codrut Nistor, 14 Feb 2018 23:35

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

Software

Apple releases patch to fix the Indian 'Telugu bug' on all platforms

Swype Keyboard app discontinued on Android and iOS

How to run Linux binaries natively in Windows 10

HP to officially resell Apple products

Hack the Air Force 2.0 costs USAF over US$100,000

Don't expect US regulation of Bitcoin anytime soon

Google acquires Internet of Things platform Xively for US$50 million

Facebook Messenger Kids now available for Android

Can the Atari Token gobble up cryptocurrency competition?

Windows 10 vital to US Air Force preparedness

Valve removes developer from Steam after CEO apparently threatens staff to post fake reviews

Dungeons & Dragons coming back to mobile this spring thanks to Warriors of Waterdeep

Amazon Music for Windows 10 hits Microsoft Store

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

List of Xiaomi devices to receive MIUI 10 surfaces

Facebook breaking the law when collecting personal data

Bitcoin bubble burst threat for investors

Huawei patent for new gesture control for wearables surfaces online

LG reveals upcoming smartphone AI features

iOS 12 will finally make 'Peace' with customers

Windows Defender ATP coming to Windows 7 and Windows 8.1

Windows 10 'Redstone 5' starts appearing on BuildFeed

Android P to get more 'Notch' friendly

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

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

"Olympic Destroyer" virus fails to destroy Olympics

Street Fighter IV: Champion Edition coming soon to Android

Amazon may be creating AI chips for Alexa

Get Windows 10 Live Tiles on Android thanks to SquareHome 2

Microsoft Launcher finally gets Cortana support

How to protect critical data from ransomware in Windows 10

Activision nets over $4 billion in microtransactions

Boot ROM bug allows Nintendo Switch to run Linux

VLC 3.0 now available with 8K and Chromecast support

Civilization VI: Rise and Fall now available

Facebook (finally) testing a Downvote button

Sony smart TVs with Google Assistant coming soon

EMUI 8 rollout schedule for various Honor devices detailed

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

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

Windows 10 build 17093 allows users to delete diagnostic data

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

Essential Phone gets the February security patch

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

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

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

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

Amazon to drop lock screen ads from their Prime Exclusive phones

Android Oreo finally breaks the 1 percent barrier

Google fixes Android Wear 2.0 lag problems

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