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Apr 1, 2018
Intel updates Gameplay support site with Kaby Lake-G options

Intel Gameplay now shows what games will work on Kaby Lake-G PCs

Intel takes the guesswork out of game compatibility by testing the most popular games throughout the Core ix series themselves. The most recent additions are the Core i7-8809G and Core i7-8705G with suggested graphical settings on current titles for what Intel deems would be an optimal gaming experience.
Allen Ngo, 01 Apr 2018 04:35
Acer Predator Helios 500 with Core i7 and I9 options (Image source: mobimaniak.pl)

Polish retailer leaks Acer Predator Helios 500 with Intel Core i9, promptly pulls down listing

If the unconfirmed prices are accurate, then we can expect the Core i7-8750H and Core i9-8950HK SKUs to retail for approximately $2600 USD and $3500 USD, respectively, with an uncommon 144 Hz IPS 1080p display. The Helios 500 looks to be a completely new design compared to the existing Helios 300 with even larger rear ventilation grilles.
Allen Ngo, 01 Apr 2018 01:23
Mar 31, 2018
Huawei. (Source: Gizbot)

Huawei apparently has no plans of giving up on the US market

Huawei may have struggled in its bid to get into the US smartphone market, facing disappointments from all prospective partners. The company will not be giving up on that particular venture, though, according to CEO Richard Yu.
Ricci Rox, 31 Mar 2018 23:59
The Huawei Mate 10 Lite. (Source: ProPakistani)

Huawei Mate 10 Lite now listed on Amazon

Huawei launched the Mate 10 devices towards the end of 2017. While the Mate 10 Pro is being sold in the US officially, the base Mate 10 and Mate 10 Lite never made the trip over. The latter is currently listed on Amazon, though, with a US$310 price tag.
Ricci Rox, 31 Mar 2018 23:59
Social networking project Arbtr (Source: Kickstarter)

Kickstarter project Arbtr aims to bring social networking back to the basics

If you are looking for a Facebook alternative, then Arbtr might be your thing. Returning to the basics of social networking, this Kickstarter project aims to create an "anti-feed" where users can share a single thing at a time. The project has just been posted and there are 30 days left to meet the US$32,551 goal.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Mar 2018 23:59
GTribe homepage details, GTribe to remove its Facebook page on July 4, 2018

Gaming Tribe to delete its Facebook page on the 4th of July

This seems serious, although there is a slim chance for it to be an April Fool's Day joke. However, the Facebook privacy-related scandal is not something to joke about, especially when an emerging targeted social network decides to delete its page which has an impressive number of 1.5 million fans.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Mar 2018 23:31
Lenovo Tab 4 Plus 10-inch Android tablet

Lenovo tablet with Dolby Atmos audio shows up at FCC

Since the Lenovo Tab 4 has been around for a while, the time seems right for a new Android slate from the Chinese brand. Sadly, the FCC arrival of the Dolby Atmos-certified Lenovo TB-8304F1 does not reveal anything else than its audio certification and the power input of just 5 V and 1 A, but many expect it to hit the market as the Lenovo Tab 5.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Mar 2018 22:50
It is possible to take the World Backup Day pledge on either Facebook or Twitter. (Source: PCMag)

March 31 - Happy World Backup Day

In case you weren’t aware, March 31 is World Backup Day. Today is the day when computer users should no longer procrastinate with that crucial task and take a few moments to backup their data. It might seem like an April Fools’ Day joke, but facts offered by the World Backup Day website show just how important it is to keep a regular backup of your files.
Daniel R Deakin, 31 Mar 2018 22:10
Google URL Shortener homepage today, goo.gl shutting down next year

Google URL Shortener will be shut down on March 30, 2019

After being around for less than a decade, Google's URL shortener goo.gl — initially used for Feedburner and Google Toolbar — will go down in three stages. Support for it went down yesterday, from April 13 only existing users will be able to create short links, and the service is scheduled to go down for good on March 30, 2019.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Mar 2018 21:50
Silent Thunder pop-up in War Thunder

April Fools' Day 2018: Gaijin Entertainment testing Silent Thunder

Although War Thunder has been around for more than 5 years, today its players can enjoy the experience of a sub commander for the first time. Although the "Silent Thunder" game mode is now only an April Fools' Day joke, it might also become a part of the game in the future, as it happened with last year's modern tanks.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Mar 2018 20:30
Apple iPhone 8 with battery problems

Batterygate: Over 63,000 South Korean customers file a lawsuit against Apple

Although Apple also had some problems with inflated batteries lately, the class action lawsuit involving no less than 63,767 South Korean customers has been filed to seek damages because of the company's intentional CPU throttling on older models to increase their battery life. The amount Apple might pay is the equivalent of almost US$12 million.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Mar 2018 17:45
Google Pixel 2 flagship with the latest Pixel Launcher app available as of March 2018

Google Pixel 3 to feature a new Pixel Launcher search bar

The upcoming Google Pixel 3 flagship is expected to feature a new Pixel Launcher design, but some of the changes have been already discovered inside the APK file of the existing app by a senior member of the popular XDA Developers community. The tech giant is expected to show these changes in May, at this year's Google I/O 2018 developer conference.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Mar 2018 16:47
Palit eGPU enclosure, macOS gets eGPU support with macOS 10.13.4

Support for external graphics cards finally available in macOS

Although using an external GPU on a MacBook was possible in the past by booting up Windows on it, macOS High Sierra 10.13.4 finally brings native support for external graphics processors to Apple's operating system. This update also contains multiple minor tweaks and fixes, including a fix for the graphics corruption issues encountered in certain apps on the iMac Pro.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Mar 2018 15:20
Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (i7-8550U, MX150, FHD) Laptop Review

90% Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (i7-8550U, MX150, FHD) Laptop Review

Not only for students. The new 14-inch ThinkPad T480 is being offered right now at a large discount through Lenovo’s Campus Program. The business laptop is set to follow in the footsteps of its successful predecessor T470 (91%). Our review device comes with an Intel Core i7-8550U CPU and an Nvidia GeForce MX150. We explore in this review whether the updated hardware can make the new ThinkPad a success and whether it can score some major points in the “soft” areas such as the temperature, volume, energy consumption and battery life.
Intel Core i7-8550U, NVIDIA GeForce MX150, 14", 1.8 kg
Christian Hintze, 31 Mar 2018 13:57
SteelSeries Arctis Pro + GameDAC gaming headset (Source: SteelSeries)

SteelSeries intros the Arctis Pro lineup of gaming headsets

The family of gaming headsets introduced by SteelSeries earlier this month includes the Arctis Pro + GameDAC, which is the first certified Hi-Res Audio headset in the gaming world, and the Arctis Pro Wireless. Their prices are US$249.99 and US$329.99, but those on a tight budget can also pick the Arctis Pro without the USB DAC for US$179.99.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Mar 2018 12:35
Moto G6 Android smartphone with Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 and dual main camera (Source: Alza Hungary)

Moto G6 and G6 Plus retail listings show up before the official launch

Although the official launch might still be a week or two ahead of us, a Hungarian online store has just published the product pages for the Moto G6 and G6 Plus, revealing all the details. According to it, both handsets feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, 64 GB internal storage, and a main camera that combines a 12 MP sensor and a 5 MP one.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Mar 2018 10:15
Apple iOS 11.3 incorporates a new privacy icon alerting users when their personal data is required. (Source: Apple)

Privacy feature in iOS 11.3 lets users know when it wants your data

Apple has baked a new privacy feature into iOS 11.3, the latest software update for its iPhones and iPads. Following the update, a new icon will appear each time personal information is required to enable a service providing users with a new layer of transparency over how their data is handled.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 31 Mar 2018 03:13
Huawei fights back with an even steeper discount on the Mate 10 Pro in the US (Image Source: Huawei)

Huawei fights back with an even steeper discount on the Mate 10 Pro in the US

It's only been one week since Huawei's last promotion on the Mate 10 Pro and now the manufacturer is bringing it back but with a deeper $150 discount. The news follows on the footsteps of Best Buy's plan to drop all Huawei devices because of U.S. Intelligence intervention.
Allen Ngo, 31 Mar 2018 02:45
MediaTek could very well make a comeback this year. (Source: MediaTek)

Xiaomi has MediaTek Helio P60/P70 chips lined up for its 2018 devices

Xiaomi's last device with a MediaTek SoC was the Redmi Note 4. The MediaTek Redmi Note 4 never attained the critical acclaim of its Snapdragon sibling but it would seem the Chinese company is set to make a return to its old MediaTek ways.
Ricci Rox, 31 Mar 2018 02:41
Huawei's attempts at gaining a foothold in the US have been met with significant resistance. (Source: Gizbot)

Huawei's 2017 sales numbers are in - massive growth across the board

Huawei has released its sales figures for 2017. The company's total revenue for the year stood at US$92.5 billion, a 15.7% rise from 2016. 153 million smartphone shipments accounted for US$36.4 billion of that number.
Ricci Rox, 31 Mar 2018 02:18
The devastating guided missile is the latest weapon to be added to Fornite's arsenal. (Source: Metro News)

Fortnite gets new patch and beats Minecraft on YouTube

Epic Games has released patch v3.4 for Fortnite, and among the numerous bug fixes there is also a new weapon for players to become familiar with. This large update was swiftly followed by patch v3.4.1 which dealt with a couple of gameplay issues. Undoubtedly, having a new weapon to play with will help Fortnite’s YouTube viewing figures increase even further, as the game overtook Minecraft for total monthly views in February.
Daniel R Deakin, 31 Mar 2018 02:16
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Warhammer Quest 2: The End Times for iOS (Source: Warhammer Community)

Warhammer Quest 2: The End Times coming to Android next month for US$4.99

Warhammer Quest 2 has been available on iOS devices for a while, and now this sequel to the original Warhammer Quest video game is finally heading for Android. Warhammer Quest 2: The End Times will hit Google Play on April 11, but it will not be free. Fortunately, the price tag does not read more than US$4.99.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Mar 2018 01:21
Mar 30, 2018
ZTE Tempo Go Android smartphone with Qualcomm Snapdragon 210, ZTE Tempo X renamed (Source: ZTE USA)

ZTE Tempo Go now shipping in the US

Although the sub-US$200 market sector is quite crowded these days and there are a few capable handsets even around US$100, the ZTE Tempo Go tries to fight them with a price tag of just US$79.99. Sadly, this is nothing new, since the Tempo Go is only a ZTE Tempo X — a handset that arrived in late September 2017 — with Android Go onboard and a slightly different name.
Codrut Nistor, 30 Mar 2018 23:47
The Japanese Yen currently makes up over 51% of Bitcoin's investment volume by currency. (Source: The Merkle)

Bitcoin crisis continues with another huge price drop

Bitcoin has suffered yet another turbulent day in regard to its market value. Within the last 24 hours the virtual currency’s worth has dropped from a high of US$7382 to a close of US$6822, reaching a low of US$6660 at one point. The leading cryptocurrency was valued at US$11,645 on March 5, so its considerable drop in the space of just a few weeks will be disconcerting for investors.
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Mar 2018 22:54
Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ Android flagships to receive FM radio support via software update

FM radio support coming soon to the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+

Although Samsung and NextRadio announced earlier this year that all upcoming handsets of the South Korean brand to hit the US and Canada will feature FM radio support, the Galaxy S9 and S9+ came with a bug that disabled it. Now, Samsung has just confirmed that a fix for this problem is on the way, but only mentioned "in the next update" instead of an accurate date.
Codrut Nistor, 30 Mar 2018 22:21
Razer Phone

88% Razer Phone 2017 Smartphone Review

The Gaming Phone. Gaming at 120 frames! No more stuttering! Many a gamers' dream may have just come true with the release of the Razer Phone 2017. Our review is going to reveal whether or not this smartphone is made just with gamers in mind and how it does in real-life scenarios.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (8998), Adreno 540, 5.72", 197 g
Florian Wimmer, 30 Mar 2018 19:17
SK Hynix presented its GDDR6 memory chips at GTC 2017. (Source: Tom's Hardware)

Nvidia GeForce GTX 1170/1180 could arrive in July with 8/16 GB GDDR6 VRAM

According to SK Hynix, its GDDR6 memory chip production should begin in 3 months and this should coincide with Nvidia's announcement of the GTX 11 series of gaming GPUs. The whole next-gen series will benefit from the GDDR6 memory, with the GTX 1180 likely to integrate as much as 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM, and the GTX 1170 models getting only 8 GB.
Bogdan Solca, 30 Mar 2018 17:08
Google Play audiobooks, now with bookmarks and smart resume late March 2018

Audiobooks on Google Play now feature Bookmarks, Smart Resume, and more

About two months since audiobooks became available for download and listening via Google Play and the iTunes Store for the first time, an update aims to improve the user's experience by adding bookmarks and smart resume capabilities. In addition to them, the update also brings the Family Library feature to 13 new countries and refines the playback speed settings.
Codrut Nistor, 30 Mar 2018 16:32
Sony Xperia XZ2 and Xperia XZ2 Compact Android flagships coming to the US for US$799.99 and US$649.99

You can pre-order the Sony Xperia XZ2 and Xperia XZ2 Compact for US$799 and US$649

Expected to hit Europe on April 5, the 5.7-inch Sony Xperia XZ2 and the 5-inch Xperia XZ2 Compact can be pre-ordered in the US from B&H Photo for US$799.99 and US$649.99. Both come with four color options: green, black, silver, and pink. Sadly, there is no information on their date of arrival for now.
Codrut Nistor, 30 Mar 2018 15:48
The Moto Z3 Play will come with a dual 12 MP + 8 MP camera on the back. (Source: GizChina)

Moto Z3 Play specs revealed by FCC

FCC reveals that the Moto Z3 Play will be powered by a Snapdragon 636 SoC coupled with 4 GB RAM, and there will be 32 GB and 64 GB storage options. Other specs include a 6.1-inch display, chassis that match the size of all previous Z models for Moto Mod compatibility, plus a 5 MP selfie cam and a dual 12 MP + 8 MP rear cam.
Bogdan Solca, 30 Mar 2018 15:10
Razer Phone Android flagship for gamers gets 8.1 Oreo update preview

Android 8.1 Oreo preview now available for the Razer Phone

Razer Phone users who feel adventurous enough can grab the Android 8.1 Oreo preview for their handset, but they should be aware that this build will not receive any OTA updates in the future. Sadly, to install it, the bootloader must be unlocked, and this action would render the warranty of the handset void.
Codrut Nistor, 30 Mar 2018 15:01
Marvel Strike Force free-to-play RPG (Source: Google Play)

Free-to-play mobile RPG Marvel Strike Force now available for Android and iOS

The new free-to-play mobile RPG by FoxNext Games, Marvel Strike Force, pits the player's team against the alien warlord Ultimus and his Kree soldiers, who allied themselves with Hydra and AIM. The list of playable Marvel characters includes Spider-Man, Groot, Loki, Elektra, Hulk, Doctor Strange, and many others.
Codrut Nistor, 30 Mar 2018 12:55
Honor 7A leaked image, Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 and dual camera in tow (Source: MySmartPrice)

The 5.7-inch Honor 7A leaks online with a 2:1 display and a micro USB port

The upcoming Honor 7A is expected to launch on April 2, since a few fresh reports revealed images of the media invites that Huawei's subsidiary has already sent out. Its specs and features are said to include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor, a 13 MP + 2 MP dual camera on the back, a 3,000 mAh battery, and EMUI 8.0 based on Android 8.0 Oreo on top.
Codrut Nistor, 30 Mar 2018 11:10
The OnePlus 6 incorporates a controversial iPhone X-like notch. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus CEO explains notch rationale on OnePlus 6

OnePlus CEO Pete Lau has taken to the company's blog to address the contentious decision to incorporate an iPhone X-like notch on its flagship OnePlus 6. Lau admits the design approach is controversial, but is in line with the company's efforts to deliver a more immersive screen experience.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 30 Mar 2018 11:01
Samsung Gear S3 pocket watch concept

Samsung SM-R800 wearable codenamed "Galileo" might debut later this year as the Gear S4

More than a year since the launch of a new flagship smartwatch, Samsung is on its way to bringing the Gear S4 at IFA. A recent unofficial report reveals that a wearable codenamed "Galileo" and bearing the SM-R800 model number is under development and will be released in the last quarter of this year.
Codrut Nistor, 30 Mar 2018 10:05
HP ProBook 430 G5 (i5-8250U, FHD) Laptop Review

85% HP ProBook 430 G5 (i5-8250U, FHD) Laptop Review

Smaller is better 13.3 inch laptops are a rarity in the business laptop sector. The fact that these models have their place in the market is shown by the less exciting and yet rock solid ProBook 430 G5. Read this detailed review to find out the advantages and disadvantages of this low priced business notebook.
Intel Core i5-8250U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.5 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 30 Mar 2018 09:49
The Dell XPS 15 2-in-1 is now available for ordering from Dell's website. (Source: Dell)

Update: Now Official | The XPS 15 2-in-1 (9575) gets listed on Dell's website

The Dell XPS 15 2-in-1 finally gets a listing on Dell's website. The convertible notebook comes with a choice of Intel 'Kaby Lake-G' Core i5 and Core i7 processors and offers a few other configuration options. Prices start from US$1,499 with financing options directly from Dell.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 30 Mar 2018 08:29
The XPS 15 9575 is the first laptop to ship on the new Intel-AMD RX Vega M platform.

Unfortunately, the XPS 15 9575 2-in-1 has soldered RAM

Dell's much-awaited 15-inch convertible, the XPS 15 9575, went on sale yesterday. Although Dell originally touted up to 32GB of RAM, it seems that this configuration is impossible to attain for the time being. The XPS 15 9575's RAM is all soldered, and the 32GB SKU will not be available for some time.
Douglas Black, 30 Mar 2018 08:02
Under Armour has recommended that MyFitnessPal users change their passwords immediately. (Source: MyFitnessPal)

150 million MyFitnessPal users affected by hack

The popular fitness app MyFitnessPal has suffered a data breach that has affected the accounts of an estimated 150 million users. The company behind the food and nutrition application, Baltimore-based Under Armour Inc., has issued a press release in regard to the unauthorized acquisition of user data. The hack apparently took place in February, with MyFitnessPal workers noticing the breach on March 25.
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Mar 2018 07:18
The Apple Watch will have a new look when Series 4 launches later this year. (Source: Apple)

Next-gen Apple Watch in the works with new design, larger display

Apple is currently working on an all-new design for its market-leading Apple Watch. The new watch will feature a 15 percent larger display and slicker look, marking the first redesign since its launch in 2015.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 30 Mar 2018 05:06
The Palm Pre had its fans when it launched, but failed to gain traction. (Source: Palm)

TCL set to introduce a Palm-branded smartphone on Verizon this year

The Palm Pre could be set to make a comeback to the US market later this year, if a fresh rumor is accurate. The device is expected to be designed and manufactured by Chinese company TCL, which is behind the most recent BlackBerry devices currently on the market like the BlackBerry KEYone.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 30 Mar 2018 04:19
By filing documents with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, Telegram is striving for cryptocurrency legitimacy. (Source: TechCrunch)

Telegram raises US$1.7 billion for its ICO

The instant messaging service Telegram has apparently filed more papers with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) stating that it has now raised a total of US$1.7 billion during its Initial Coin Offering (ICO). The service already filed with the SEC back in February after raising US$850 million. Telegram has a native cryptocurrency token known as the Gram.
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Mar 2018 02:33
The Huawei P20 Pro. (Source: Huawei)

The Huawei P20 devices will not be coming to the US

The new Huawei P20 and P20 Pro have been hailed as game-changing camera smartphones and are already in the running for best flagships of the year. The US, sadly, will never get to enjoy the devices, with Huawei apparently not ready to make another attempt at selling its smartphones in the US.
Ricci Rox, 30 Mar 2018 01:48
The diagrams in the patent show a smartphone device in folded and unfolded forms. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Patent for Huawei foldable smartphone discovered

Dutch website LetsGoDigital has uncovered a patent for a foldable phone filed by Huawei in September 2017. The Chinese technology company seems to have developed a tablet-sized device which when folded would be the size of a regular smartphone. The central “gap” problem, created when a foldable dual-screen smartphone is opened up, has been addressed by making the device bendable.
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Mar 2018 01:07
Red Hat Logo, featuring Shadow Man (aka, the man in the red hat). (Source: The Inquirer)

Red Hat reaches the quarter-century milestone

Red Hat has now spent 25 years developing and supporting Linux and other related open-source projects. Originally started by Bob Young and Marc Ewing in a small residential room, it has now grown to have annual revenue of US$2.9 billion and 11,400 employees, making it the largest open-source based company in the world.
Craig Ward, 30 Mar 2018 00:57
The Nokia 5. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

There's another Nokia flagship on the cards, and this one will come without a notch

HMD kicked off 2018 with something of a bang. The Finnish OEM apparently still has a number of releases lined up for the rest of the year, including two flagships. Of those two devices, one will be cheaper and, thankfully, not feature a notch.
Ricci Rox, 30 Mar 2018 00:52
The Mi A1. (Source: Xiaomi)

The Mi 6X pays TENAA an early visit

A device that appears to be the Mi 6X has made a surprise appearance on TENAA. It isn’t a full listing, though, so all this tells us is that the device will sport a design similar to the Mi 5X's but with an 18:9 display and vertically aligned dual rear cameras.
Ricci Rox, 30 Mar 2018 00:42
Mar 29, 2018
The XZ1 Compact. (Source: AndroidPit)

The Xperia XZ1 Compact is now available for US$399.99

The Xperia XZ1 Compact was the only true compact flagship of 2017. The device launched with an MSRP of US$600 but is currently available for just US$399.99. Not a bad deal for a last-gen flagship with excellent cameras, Android Oreo, and a headphone jack.
Ricci Rox, 29 Mar 2018 23:13
By creating five-star parks, players can unlock different regions in Jurassic World Evolution. (Source: Frontier Development)

Business simulation Jurassic World Evolution gets a release date

British video-game developer Frontier Development has announced a release date for the upcoming game Jurassic World Evolution. The business simulation title will be available online from June 12, with physical copies of the game being made available from July 3. Jurassic World Evolution is coming to PC, PS4, and Xbox One.
Daniel R Deakin, 29 Mar 2018 22:57
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UX461UA (i5-8250U, SSD, FHD) Convertible Review

84% Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UX461UA (i5-8250U, SSD, FHD) Convertible Review

Versatile. TThe ZenBook Flip 14 pleases with a fashionable metal case, an illuminated keyboard, and a good battery life. Not only can the touchscreen be operated with your fingers but also using the input pen which Asus sells separately. However, in terms of the equipment, Asus has made a few decisions that are questionable.
Intel Core i5-8250U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.4 kg
Sascha Mölck, 29 Mar 2018 18:50

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