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Apr 16, 2018
Confidential Mode feature in Gmail (Source: The Verge)

Confidential Mode coming soon to Gmail

The upcoming Gmail design update aims to bring the desktop user experience closer to that provided by the email service on mobile devices. The list of features currently being tested includes smart replies, snooze, a new sidebar, as well as a special mode that stops email recipients from forwarding certain emails.
Codrut Nistor, 16 Apr 2018 09:57
HP and Dell are purportedly backing away from Nvidia's GeForce Partner Program (Image source: Nvidia)

HP and Dell are purportedly backing away from Nvidia's GeForce Partner Program

Nvidia's voluntary-but-shady program that puts financial preferences for its members over non-members has turned away two of the largest OEMs in the world due to what the source claims to be "likely illegal" practices. The chipmaker has yet to provide any direct comments surrounding the details of its GeForce Partner Program.
Allen Ngo, 16 Apr 2018 01:53
Apr 15, 2018
EliteBook 840r G4: HP releases a Quad-Core refresh of the older EliteBook-design

EliteBook 840r G4: HP releases a Quad-Core refresh of the older EliteBook-design

With the 2018 EliteBooks, HP has put a focus on premium-features such as a Unibody-design and higher-quality displays – which of course also raises the costs. To bridge the gap compared with its older EliteBooks, HP has released a refresh of its older EliteBook 840 G4, which brings the newest CPUs to the older design.
Benjamin Herzig, 15 Apr 2018 21:55
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X. (Source: El Chapuzas Informatico)

AMD Ryzen 7 2700X outpaces the Intel Core i7-8700K in more ways than one in first benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 2700X was given a test drive ahead of its official announcement and the CPU has managed to put up an impressive show. The Ryzen 2700X has managed to beat or come in close proximity to the Intel Core i7-8700K in gaming benchmarks and was absolutely stellar in multi-threaded performance.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 15 Apr 2018 14:59
The Mi 5X. (Source: Xiaomi)

Details of the Mi 6X revealed - Snapdragon 660 on show, headphone jack missing

A firmware teardown by XDA-Developers has revealed details of Xiaomi's upcoming device, the Mi 6X. The Mi 5X—also the Mi A1—was an immensely popular device but the Mi 6X could fail to match its success, with what appears to be a downgrade in battery capacity, and the lack of a headphone jack.
Ricci Rox, 15 Apr 2018 07:34
Western Digital launches WD Purple MicroSD card for enterprise use (Source: Western Digital)

Western Digital launches WD Purple MicroSD card for enterprise use

The WD Purple series is designed to withstand more rewrites and at wider temperature ranges than a consumer-grade variant. Applications where constant data access is vital, such as on surveillance systems or servers, can benefit from the increased reliability of the WD Purple MicroSD card. Prices start at just $18 USD for the 32 GB version with a 64 GB version coming next month.
Allen Ngo, 15 Apr 2018 03:18
Apr 14, 2018
Acer’s new CXI3 Chromebox series has landed with 8th Gen Intel chips. (Source: Acer)

New Acer Chomebox CXI3 series lands with 8th Gen Intel silicon

Acer has updated its Chromebox line with new 8th Gen Intel Core-series processors up to i7 variants. The new Chromebox CXI3 lineup also feature additional upgrades including USB Type-C ports and M2 SSDs.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Apr 2018 09:51
Game designer Yu Suzuki is the director and producer behind all three Shenmue titles. (Source: Sega)

Shenmue I and II coming to the PC this year

Sega has announced its classic adventure games Shenmue and Shenmue II will be made available for the PC sometime this year. Shenmue was originally released for the Dreamcast console in 1999, with a sequel coming out shortly afterwards, in 2001. A further sequel, which received over US$6 million in funding through a Kickstarter project, is also expected later on this year.
Daniel R Deakin, 14 Apr 2018 08:37
It has been 30 years since the release of the original Sega Mega Drive/Genesis console. (Source: Famitsu)

Sega reveals Mega Drive Mini console

The Japanese video-game developer Sega has unveiled a Mega Drive Mini console at the recent Sega Fes 2018 event. The original Sega Mega Drive (known as the Genesis in North America) was released in Japan in 1988, and it ended up being immensely popular with over 30 million consoles sold worldwide. The micro-console is expected to be released later this year.
Daniel R Deakin, 14 Apr 2018 06:13
Image: Notebook Italia

The KB-G1 Game is Beelink's Kaby Lake G answer to Intel's Hades Canyon NUC

Move over, Hades Canyon. There's a new Kaby Lake G mini PC in town. The Beelink KB-G1 Game is an ultra-SFF desktop sporting Intel's new Core i7-8809G CPU with RX Vega M graphics. Although the KB-G1 Game is slightly thicker then the Hades Canyon NUC, it can support up to four displays at one time.
Sam Medley, 14 Apr 2018 04:46
AMDs new flagship processor, the Ryzen 7 2700X. (Source: PC World)

AMD officially launches 2nd Gen Ryzen 7 chips

AMD has officially launched its 2nd Gen Ryzen Series high-performance chips for desktop computers. While faster acrosss the range, AMD has also been aggressive with its pricing strategy, cutting prices and putting further pressure on Intel in the process.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Apr 2018 03:13
India interested in more laptops with integrated 4G connectivity (Image source: techradar.com)

India interested in more laptops with integrated 4G connectivity

Reliance Jio, the largest cellular network provider in India, is teaming up with Qualcomm for an inexpensive Snapdragon-powered Windows 10 laptop with integrated LTE. No word yet on the exact SoC planned or if the notebook would be based on an existing design from a major manufacturer. The idea is similar in concept to Intel eSIM which has garnered a very slow adoption rate.
Allen Ngo, 14 Apr 2018 03:08
The Xperia XZ2 Compact. (Source: Expert Reviews)

The Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact are now available on pre-order

Sony's new flagships are finally hitting the US. The devices, the Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact are now on sale on Best Buy. Potential buyers can now pre-order, with shipping estimated for April 20. The flagships will make their way to brick-and-mortar stores by May 6.
Ricci Rox, 14 Apr 2018 01:27
The Moto E4 Plus. (Source: ZDNet)

Moto E5 Plus makes the trip to Geekbench

The Moto E5 Plus has made the trip over to Geekbench. The budget device will be powered by a Snapdragon 430, which is an improvement over the MT6737 on the Moto E4 Plus.
Ricci Rox, 14 Apr 2018 01:09
A welcome change. (Source: Business Today)

Xiaomi promises to release kernel sources for its devices but there's a catch

Xiaomi has a terrible history with releasing kernel sources—a direct violation of the General Public License. The company looks to have seen the light, with a company spokesperson declaring that devices will now have their sources released to the public, albeit with a slight caveat.
Ricci Rox, 14 Apr 2018 00:51
The Snapdragon 710 will likely be used on devices with price tags in the US$500 region. (Source: Qualcomm)

Details of the new Snapdragon 710 surface - to be featured on two Xiaomi devices this year

The Snapdragon 710 (SDM710) will be Qualcomm's first SoC in its new Snapdragon 700-series. The chipset will feature two A75 cores and six efficient A55 cores. It will also see likely see its first use on two Xiaomi devices that will be released later in the year.
Ricci Rox, 14 Apr 2018 00:18
BioShock Infinite alone sold over 11 million units. (Source: Polygon)

Rumored BioShock game in development

A report from Kotaku about the video-game company Hangar 13 has mentioned the development of a new BioShock game. BioShock Infinite was the last release in the popular series from 2K Games, and that title came out in 2013. There has been no official announcement about the game yet, which is apparently codenamed “Parkside.”
Daniel R Deakin, 14 Apr 2018 00:16
Apr 13, 2018
Recent Apple leaks have included details about the iPhone 8, iPhone X, and iOS 11's gold master code. (Source: Technologizer)

Apple memo about leaks gets leaked

An internal memo warning Apple employees about the consequences of leaking information has been leaked. The tech giant has suffered from a considerable number of leaks in the past, and the memo warns that leakers face losing their jobs and may be fined and even imprisoned. Apparently, the Cupertino-based firm caught 29 leakers in 2017.
Daniel R Deakin, 13 Apr 2018 22:39
Telegram founder Pavel Durov, Russia bans Telegram mid-April 2018 (Source: Bloomberg)

Russian authorities ban Telegram

Less than a month since it managed to reach 200 million users within a 30-day period, Telegram Messenger has to take a serious blow as the Russian authorities decide to ban its use in the country. The reason for this decision is the company's unwillingness to provide the keys required by the Federal Security Service to decrypt the users' messages.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Apr 2018 22:05
Vivo Y71 Android phablet with Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 (Source: Android Authority)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 425-powered Vivo Y71 hits India tomorrow

The new Vivo Y71 phablet has a generous 6-inch display and features a low-end Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 processor, 3 GB RAM, just 16 GB internal storage (expandable thanks to a microSD slot), as well as a single 13 MP camera on the back and a 5 MP selfie shooter. However, it also comes at a price of around US$168.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Apr 2018 19:32
The Microsoft Surface Dial is most useful when used on-screen with supported applications. (Source: Microsoft)

Firmware update finally brings on-screen Surface Dial support to the Surface Pro 4

Artists, designers, and editors with Surface Pro 4's can now enjoy full on-screen controls when using a Surface Dial on their Surface device. The Surface Dial provides basic functionality for all Bluetooth 4.0 LE equipped Windows 10 devices, but only the Surface Studio, Surface Book 2, Surface Pro 2017, and Surface Pro 4 provide the full experience.
Craig Ward, 13 Apr 2018 18:56
The x407/X507 are among the slimmest ultrabooks out there, with a profile measuring only 0.86 inches. (Source: Asus)

Asus launches X407/X507 ultrabooks with Nvidia MX110 GPUs

The refreshed X407/X507 ultrabooks are some of the slimmest models out there, featuring CPUs up to gen 7 Core i7-7500U coupled with up to 8 GB DDR4 RAM, Nvidia's GeForce MX110 GPUs, storage combos made of a 256 GB SSD and a 1 TB HDD, Nanoedge IPS FHD displays with thin bezels, and fingerprint sensors compatible with Windows Hello.
Bogdan Solca, 13 Apr 2018 18:23
AMD's upcoming 7nm Navi GPUs may not be more powerful than Nvidia's GTX 1080

AMD's upcoming 7nm Navi GPUs may not be more powerful than Nvidia's GTX 1080

According to rumors, AMD's Navi-based GPUs, which are slotted for release in 2019, may compete with Nvidia's GTX 1080 but not supersede it. This could spell trouble for AMD; the GPU shortage caused by the cryptomining craze particularly hit AMD's stock, and the lack of a competitive GPU next year may cause a loss of market share.
Sam Medley, 13 Apr 2018 18:02
ZTE Nubia Z18 Mini Android handset with 5.7-inch display and Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 (Source: Nubia China)

ZTE Nubia Z18 Mini debuts in China with a 5.7-inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor

Although it is not a compact handset, the new ZTE Nubia Z18 also carries the "Mini" attribute. This 5.7-inch handset is powered by the Snapdragon 660 processor, next to 6 GB RAM, as well as 64 GB or 128 GB internal storage. Sadly, it is only available in China for now, where it can be acquired for the equivalent of US$285 or US$335 (depending on the amount of storage).
Codrut Nistor, 13 Apr 2018 17:04
The gaming controller is compatible with other 5.99-inch models and is sold separately. (Source: Black Shark)

Xiaomi's Black Shark gaming phone officially revealed with liquid cooling solution

The Black Shark gaming phone comes with totally unique features that include a 550 nits 5.99-inch display, special detachable game controller, sturdy back design for improved grip, watercooling system that allows the SoC to run at lower temperatures and thus avoiding throttling, plus stereo speakers that emulate surround sound acoustics.
Bogdan Solca, 13 Apr 2018 16:12
Xiaomi April 25 launch event invite (Source: Weibo)

The Xiaomi Mi 6X hits China on April 25, international variant might be the Mi A2

The successors of the Xiaomi Mi 5X and its Android One variant known as the Xiaomi Mi A1 will soon be unveiled in China. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 626-powered Xiaomi Mi 6X is expected to be unveiled on April 25 with MIUI onboard, while the Android One variant will hit the market as the Xiaomi Mi A2.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Apr 2018 10:38
Samsung SM-G8850/Galaxy S9 Mini hits TENAA with Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 in tow

Alleged Samsung Galaxy S9 Mini hits TENAA, Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 in tow

Not long after a Samsung device with the model number SM-G8750 surfaced on Geekbench with a Snapdragon 660 onboard, the SM-G8850 hits TENAA with a Snapdragon 845 inside. Nothing is official yet, but insiders familiar with this matter claim that the handset should be unveiled in the coming weeks.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Apr 2018 09:52
The 2-in-1 convertible can even be considered a slim gaming laptop.

85% Acer Nitro 5 Spin NP515 (i7-8550U, GTX 1050) Convertible Review

Display upgrade vs. SSD downgrade. On the outside, the Acer Nitro 5 Spin is easily recognizable as the gaming version of the Acer Spin 5. However, trying to find other differences between the two convertibles is more difficult - there do not seem to be any at first glance. Is the Nitro hoping to reach gamer status by its red stripes alone, or does it have more to offer? We have put it to the test.
Intel Core i7-8550U, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Mobile, 15.6", 2.2 kg
Daniel Puschina, 13 Apr 2018 08:32
LG Gram 13Z980-A (i5-8250U) Laptop Review

82% LG Gram 13Z980-A (i5-8250U) Laptop Review

Under a kilogram. The LG Gram 13 lives up to its name by being one of the lightest 13.3-inch Ultrabooks currently available. It's not without some sacrifices, however, as its barebone set of hardware features and fragile lid stand out as key disadvantages.
Intel Core i5-8250U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 965 g
Allen Ngo, 13 Apr 2018 08:05
In April 2016, Bitcoin's price was still under US$500. (Source: CoinDesk)

Bitcoin's value rises by nearly US$1000 in barely two hours

Bitcoin’s price rocketed for a short period on April 12, soaring from US$6,852 to US$7,834 in the space of barely two hours. The virtual currency’s value has been dropping consistently since December 2017, when it enjoyed record prices of over US$19,000. The latest close for the famous digital coin was US$7,819.
Daniel R Deakin, 13 Apr 2018 07:41
Demand for PCs up 1.7 percent in EMEA as of Q1 2018 (Source: Gartner)

Demand for PCs up 1.7 percent in EMEA as of Q1 2018

Sales of desktop PCs and laptops are continuing their downward trend into the new year according to Gartner. While EMEA is seeing a slight uptick, the sharper declines in other regions worldwide paint a more pessimistic picture. This latest quarter marks the fourteenth in a row of slowing PC sales. Note that the data does not include iPads or Android tablets.
Allen Ngo, 13 Apr 2018 04:39
It is possible a foldable device from Huawei will utilize a flexible screen produced by LG Display. (Source: CBS News)

Huawei tipped to win the race to release a truly foldable phone

ETNews has claimed that Huawei will announce a truly foldable phone in November of this year. According to the South Korean news outlet’s sources, the Shenzhen-based company will show off the device to the public for additional research purposes, but it won’t be immediately available for purchase. It would be quite a coup for Huawei to beat rivals such as Samsung and Apple in this particular race.
Daniel R Deakin, 13 Apr 2018 02:48
Honor MagicBook laptop set for an official reveal on April 19th (Image source: xcnnews.com)

Honor MagicBook laptop set for an official reveal on April 19th

The flagship Huawei MateBook X may soon be accompanied by a mainstream Honor laptop offering. It's possible that Huawei wants to expand its product portfolio in an attempt to keep Xiaomi at bay. Beyond the April 19th announcement date, however, there is no word yet on the specifications of the supposed Honor MagicBook or what regions it will be available in.
Allen Ngo, 13 Apr 2018 02:18
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Luminescence shock avoidance technology could also potentially save battery power. (Source: Gadget Hacks)

Apple patent deals with luminescence shock

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published a patent application for “Luminescence shock avoidance in display devices” that was filed by Apple in December 2017. Luminescence shock occurs when a device is turned on in a dark environment and the brightness of the display temporarily impairs the user’s vision.
Daniel R Deakin, 13 Apr 2018 01:33
Strong sales for Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice meant it broke even in around three months. (Source: Ninja Theory)

Nintendo and Hellblade big winners at 2018 BAFTA Games Awards

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has held its annual award ceremony for the video-game industry. The 2018 event was a great success for Nintendo, which took home three prizes, and for the dark fantasy action game Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, which scooped up five of the prestigious awards. The Best Game category was won by What Remains of Edith Finch.
Daniel R Deakin, 13 Apr 2018 00:37
Apr 12, 2018
Dell Latitude 7390 (i5-8350U, SSD 256 GB) Laptop Review

89% Dell Latitude 7390 (i5-8350U, SSD 256 GB) Laptop Review

Smart business. Dell is updating its business subnotebooks of the 7000 series with the current Kaby Lake Refresh CPUs and has equipped the 7390 with a smart card slot as well as other security features. Our extensive test evaluates whether in addition to having a very long battery life, the display, connections, and input devices can also stand up to the demands of a professional.
Intel Core i5-8350U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.3 kg
Sven Kloevekorn, 12 Apr 2018 23:49
Huawei MediaPad M5

83% Huawei MediaPad M5 (10.8-inches, LTE) Tablet Review

Chinese luxury. Huawei used to be content with being low-end. However, now it is entering the high-end sector. The MediaPad M5 10.8 is the current top-end tablet from Huawei. Here, the manufacturer shows off its confidence when it comes to the asking price: Even the new iPad is cheaper under certain circumstances. So the question we have here is two-fold: Is Huawei asking too much for the new slate or is its new high-end tablet really that good?
HiSilicon Kirin 960s, ARM Mali-G71 MP8, 10.8", 498 g
Florian Wimmer, 12 Apr 2018 18:10
The HP Chromebook x2. (Source: HP)

The HP Chromebook x2 brings Chrome OS goodness in a detachable form factor

HP has unveiled its latest Chromebook offering with the Chromebook x2. It is the first Chromebook to be offered in a detachable form factor and is powered by the Intel 7th generation Core m3 processor that can be paired with up to 8 GB LPDDR3 RAM. HP compares the Chromebook x2 to the iPad Pro and shows how the former is a better value for money in most aspects.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 12 Apr 2018 17:47
Hook holding a Radeon RX Vega Nano card that could be launched soon. (Source: Facebook)

Chris Hook leaves AMD, could be joining Intel

Chris Hook had been with ATI and then AMD for almost 20 years. The former AMD Senior Director of Marketing could be joining Intel in order to help the company launch its latest discrete GPU, first one in 20 years. AMD promptly found a suitable replacement, announcing that Hook's position will be occupied by Sasa Marinkovic.
Bogdan Solca, 12 Apr 2018 17:45
HP mt21 (Celeron 3865U, SSD, HD) Mobile Thin Client Review

81% HP mt21 (Celeron 3865U, SSD, HD) Mobile Thin Client Review

Consistent: The HP mt21 scores well for its little fan noise, efficient heat management and good battery life. Its 14-inch display will win no prizes though.
Intel Celeron 3865U, HD Graphics 610, 14", 1.6 kg
Sascha Mölck, 12 Apr 2018 16:26
The Thuraya X5-Touch features a special satellite antenna and the phone is overall bulkier than the average smartphone due to its dedicated hardware. (Source: Android Police)

Thuraya X5-Touch is the world's first satellite smartphone

Thuraya has been making satellite phones for two decades now, but none of these were based on Android and had only limited "smart" capabilities. The new X5-Touch model seamlessly integrates the satellite connections with a mid-range Android smartphone that also comes with two SIM slots for quick switches between GSM and satellite networks.
Bogdan Solca, 12 Apr 2018 15:18
Dell Latitude 7490 (i7-8650U, FHD Touchscreen) Laptop Review

90% Dell Latitude 7490 (i7-8650U, FHD Touchscreen) Laptop Review

Same body, new engine. The 14-inch Dell Latitude 7490 retains the same design as last year's Latitude 7480 but sports a new quad-core U-series CPU. The Core i7-8650U is a significant upgrade over the dual-core chip in the previous iteration. Does the increase in power warrant an upgrade?
Intel Core i7-8650U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.6 kg
Sam Medley, 12 Apr 2018 10:57
Pre-orders for the Apple HomePod were apparently strong, but sales of the device have been slow. (Source: Apple)

Apple has reportedly reduced HomePod production

A report from Bloomberg has stated that Apple has had to cut manufacturing orders with Inventec in regard to the HomePod. Apparently, the smart speaker has not been selling in huge numbers and Apple workers have commented that store inventories are simply piling up with the device. A number of factors are being accused for the HomePod's sluggish sales, including the relatively high price of US$349.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Apr 2018 08:53
The LG G6 will be the first to benefit from the new Software Update Center. (Source: LG)

LG opens “Software Update Center”

LG has announced the establishment of a new "Software Update Center" at its R&D facility in Korea. The new department will focus solely on delivering timely updates to its Android devices across all of its global markets.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 12 Apr 2018 07:44
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FTC slams companies that require repairs using certain parts or vendors to maintain a warranty

In a statement made yesterday, the Federal Trade Commision stated that it had sent warnings to six major manufacturers of cars, mobile phones, or video game consoles. The warning stated that policies requiring users to repair their products via a preset list of vendors or replacement parts in order to maintain a product's warranty is, in fact, illegal.
Sam Medley, 12 Apr 2018 06:08
Opinion | Windows 10 on ARM: DOA?

Opinion | Windows 10 on ARM: DOA?

With the promise of all-day battery life, always-on LTE, and smartphone-like standby and resume, the first Windows 10 on ARM devices are here. Windows 10 on ARM may be great feat of engineering, but it does come with limitations unique to it, impacting what one can and cannot get out of an ARM-powered PC. Windows 10 on ARM is still in its infancy and, in its current manifestation, is better worth skipping for future refinements.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam & Douglas Black, 12 Apr 2018 05:01
IDC suggests the uptake of Windows 10 systems in the business sector has helped companies like HP, Dell, and Lenovo. (Source: TheStreet)

Dell and HP enjoy growth in global PC market share

Market intelligence provider IDC has released a report detailing the state of the worldwide traditional PC market for the first quarter of 2018 (1Q18). According to the data, both Dell and HP have seen increases in market share in comparison to the first quarter of 2017 (1Q17). However, the total of global PC shipments for the quarter has experienced a flat year-on-year growth.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Apr 2018 03:58
Destiny 2 was developed by Bungie and published by Activision. (Source: Bungie)

Bungie announces release date for Destiny 2 expansion

The American video-game developer behind Destiny 2, Bungie, has announced the release date for the second expansion to the online first-person shooter. Warmind will be released on May 8, at the same time as the start of Season Three of the game, and a reveal stream on Twitch will begin on April 24. Destiny 2 was released in September 2017 and the first expansion, Curse of Osiris, was released shortly afterwards.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Apr 2018 02:33
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Gaming notebooks with Intel's new CPU generation

Recommended: Gaming Notebooks with 8th Gen Intel CPUs

Intel's 8th generation Core i7 processors offer significant performance improvements. We present the first gaming laptops with the new hexa-core processors. MSI's GS65 Stealth Thin revolutionizes the definition of a gaming and performance laptop with extremely narrow bezels of the 15.6-inch 144 Hz display. (Advertorial)
Staff, 12 Apr 2018 01:11
Steam Spy was created by Sergey Galyonkin. (Source: Twitter)

Steam Spy ceases operations due to privacy changes made by Valve

The well-known video-game tracking website Steam Spy will be shutting down after Valve announced changes to Steam’s privacy settings. The specific change that has affected Steam Spy’s operations is the default hiding of a user’s game library. Steam Spy scraped data from public profiles on the software distribution platform to estimate overall game sales.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Apr 2018 00:17

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