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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

The Honor View 10 offers great performance at relatively affordable prices.

Kernel sources for Honor View 10 now available

Huawei has posted kernel sources for the Honor View 10 smartphone. This follows in the wake of Huawei's announcement of the Honor Open Source Program, which aims at releasing the kernel sources and APIs to take advantage of the ne...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 06 Feb 2018 12:54

A strong quarterly showing from Microsoft as rumors swirl about a potential purchase of EA. (Source: Arquitectonica)

Microsoft's latest quarterly financial results show strong performance, particularly from cloud services

Microsoft's results for Q2 2017/2018 show favourable increases in revenue and income. Cloud services are the standout performers with Office 365 and Azure as two of the main contributors.

Craig Ward, 06 Feb 2018 01:24

Windows 10 S to be replaced by a new "S Mode" on all new PCs says rumor. (Source: Micrsoft)

Microsoft rumored to introduce Windows 10 "S Mode" across all new PCs

Microsoft is set to move the Windows 10 S concept across all new PCs shipping later this year. The move may drive down the price of PCs, but could also drive up market confusion as a result.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 04 Feb 2018 06:48

Windows 10 adoption is on the rise. (Source: StatCounter)

Windows 10 edges out Windows 7 in global marketshare according to StatCounter

StatCounter's new analytics show Windows 10 overtaking Windows 7 as the Windows OS with the highest desktop market share up till January 2018. Although other analytics firms paint the opposite picture, the numbers are still strong...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 03 Feb 2018 13:37

Windows Polaris could first Arrive on the Surface Phone in late 2018. (Source: Surface-phone.it)

Windows Polaris could run legacy Win32 apps through remote Azure servers

Even though Polaris will not support Win32 apps natively, Microsoft could use Azure-based remote services like RAIL or VAIL for legacy software. The upcoming Surface Phone is rumored to be the first device that will run Polaris an...

Bogdan Solca, 02 Feb 2018 20:08

The Galaxy S8. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

List of Samsung devices to receive Android Oreo revealed, Galaxy S6 missing

A list of Samsung devices to receive the Android Oreo update has been gleaned from firmware files of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8. Most devices listed are no-brainers but the Galaxy S6 is a notable absentee.

Ricci Rox, 02 Feb 2018 14:47

Google Assistant Go highlights (Source: Google Play)

Google Assistant Go brings voice interaction to slow handsets

Google Assistant Go has most features of the full Google Assistant app but was designed to work with Android Go handsets, so it lacks hands-free voice activation, reminders, controls for smart home devices, and other advanced capa...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Feb 2018 13:00

Sony Xperia XZ1 and XZ1 Compact Android flagships with Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 SoC

High-end Sony Xperia handsets will receive two years of updates

According to the new Sony Xperia update policies, the Xperia XZ1 and Xperia XZ1 Compact should get both Android P and Android Q, since they both launched with Android Oreo onboard. Sadly, the mid-range Xperia handsets might not ge...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Feb 2018 11:55

YouTube Go highlights, service hits 130 new markets February 2018 (Source: Official YouTube Blog)

YouTube Go hits 130 new markets

Introduced last year in India as a lightweight version of the YouTube app, YouTube Go reached 14 other markets since then. Now, it expands to 130 more countries and also gains a few new features, but many markets with fast network...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Feb 2018 10:20

Microsoft is making Office 2019 a Windows 10 exclusive. (Source: Redmondmag)

Microsoft details servicing changes to Windows and Office, Office 2019 to be a Windows 10 exclusive

Microsoft has listed out a few servicing changes to Windows and Office keeping in view the deployment requirements of the enterprise. The company also detailed availability and support cadences of Office 2019 and Windows 10 LTSC.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 02 Feb 2018 07:55

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov releases a statement in a short tweet.

Official Telegram apps temporarily removed from the App Store

The popular messaging app Telegram and variant Telegram X have vanished from Apple's App Store due to 'inappropriate content', although founder Pavel Durov claims that the apps are gone because of a minor issue and should resurfac...

Jonathan Maes, 01 Feb 2018 16:56

Huawei Mate 9 Android flagship gets Oreo update in the US

Huawei Mate 9 gets Android Oreo in the US

Android Oreo is finally rolling out for the Huawei Mate 9 in the US. This update includes the January 2018 security patch from Google and Huawei's EMUI 8.0 custom interface.

Codrut Nistor, 31 Jan 2018 23:59

Vivaldi Browser 1.14.1077.41 vertical reading setting, Vivaldi Browser is three years old

Vivaldi Browser celebrates its third anniversary by adding vertical reading, markdown support for notes, and more

The vertical reading mode introduced by Vivaldi Browser 1.14 is one of the best ways for reading texts in Japanese, Korean, and Chinese. Next to this new feature, the update also brings customizable web panels and Markdown support...

Codrut Nistor, 31 Jan 2018 20:05

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Android smartphone gets MIUI 9.2 on top of Marshmallow, no Nougat in sight

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 gets MIUI 9, but no Nougat

Although the new stable MIUI ROM for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 carries the build number 9.2.4.0, it still uses a Marshmallow core. Sadly, it seems that this Snapdragon 650-powered handset will never get Android Nougat.

Codrut Nistor, 31 Jan 2018 16:15

Google Assistant voice search in action, Notebookcheck search

Customizable hot words coming soon to Google Assistant

Although Google Assistant has been around for a while, it still lacks the ability to use a custom hot word, something that Motorola's Moto Voice introduced back in 2014. Fortunately, it looks like this issue will be fixed soon.

Codrut Nistor, 31 Jan 2018 13:45

Xbox's Phil Spencer could be on to something big. (Source: Polygon)

Microsoft rumored to buy Electronic Arts for US$35 billion to boost Xbox-exclusive portfolio

Rumors are doing the rounds that Microsoft is looking at a possible acquisition of a large game publisher, such as Electronic Arts, Valve, PUBG Corp., or the likes. But there is also skepticism given Microsoft's not-so-successful ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 31 Jan 2018 08:54

Over 700,000 rogue apps removed from Google Play Store in 2017

Thanks to improved focus and machine learning, Google has been able to remove 700,000 bad apps from the Play Store, 99 percent of which were caught before being installed by any users.

Craig Ward, 30 Jan 2018 23:51

Microsoft acquires cloud-connected gaming platform PlayFab

Microsoft has decided to purchase PlayFab, a company that provides services for building, launching, and growing cloud-connected games. PlayFab's extensive list of clients includes names like Rovio, Atari, and Disney.

Codrut Nistor, 30 Jan 2018 13:10

Nokia 3 Android smartphone to get Oreo beta soon as of late January 2018

Nokia 3 Oreo beta coming soon, Nokia 2 to jump straight to Android 8.1

HMD Global Chief Product Officer Juho Sarvikas has recently confirmed that the Nokia 2 will jump straight to Android 8.1 to get advantage of the memory optimization features, but the Nokia 3 will also receive the first Oreo beta s...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Jan 2018 23:20

Samsung Pay on compatible handsets, Samsung Pay now available in Mexico

Samsung Pay enters the Mexican market

Mexico has just become the second country in Latin America to get Samsung Pay, after Brazil. The local launch partners include Banorte, Citibanamex, HSBC, Santander, Clip, iZettle, and others.

Codrut Nistor, 29 Jan 2018 21:59

Google Bulletin app (Source: Google Posts)

Crowd-sourced, local news app Google Bulletin now available for testing

The Google Bulletin experimental platform is in an early access mode for now, and it promises to deliver relevant community news directly from those who live in a certain area.

Codrut Nistor, 29 Jan 2018 12:30

Microsoft has issued a patch allowing users to toggle off its Spectre protection. (Source: Meltdownattack.com)

Optional MS update toggles off Spectre patch to stop reboot issues

Microsoft has made an optional patch available for users experiencing instability with their PCs following the recent round of software updates from both it and Intel. The Microsoft patch rolls back its OS-level protection in favo...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 29 Jan 2018 11:27

Global app downloads by store in Q4 2017 (Source: App Annie)

Google Play increased its lead in Q4 2017 by downloads, still making less money than Apple's App Store

Although the amount of Google Play app downloads in Q4 2017 is more than double the number achieved by Apple's App Store, the tables turn when talking about the revenue they generated. In this area, Apple leads by about 95 percent...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Jan 2018 11:00

Apple WatchOS 4.3 Developer Beta brings some new usability features

The latest developers beta for Apple's WatchOS 4.3 brings back Apple Music integration, improved fitness information in the Siri watch face, and a new portrait charging mode. Apple's WatchOS holds a 57 percent share of the smartwa...

Craig Ward, 27 Jan 2018 23:54

Windows Insiders can download fonts directly from the Microsoft Store. (Source: Windows Latest)

Windows 10 'Redstone 4' Build 17083 offers font downloads directly from the Microsoft Store

Insiders running the latest Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17083 will now be able to download fonts directly from the Microsoft Store. This is part of a larger effort to consolidate all settings under the new Settings app.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 27 Jan 2018 09:44

Wine can now run on Android, but is marked as 'experimental.' (Source: Sponchia/Pixabay)

WINE 3.0 can now be installed on Android to run Windows programs

The 3.0 release of Wine brings several improvements, including experimental Android support. This allows Windows x86 software to run on phones and tablets with a compatible SoC, and Windows RT software on the rest.

Craig Ward, 25 Jan 2018 23:56

Google I/O 2018 teaser, possible Android P reference spotted (Source: Google Developers)

Android 9.0 could be unveiled in May as Pineapple Cake

Although this is not official yet, Android P is very likely to show up at Google I/O 2018, an event that is scheduled to take place in early May.

Codrut Nistor, 25 Jan 2018 23:02

Twitter COO Anthony Noto resigns

After being in charge as Twitter's COO for about a year, Anthony Noto decided to move on, accepting the CEO position at SoFi, a financial technology startup.

Codrut Nistor, 25 Jan 2018 16:00

The HTC One M9 is billed for a surprise Oreo update

The HTC M9 was released way back in 2015, so it's something of a surprise to learn that it will be receiving the update to Oreo. An early March rollout is expected.

Ricci Rox, 25 Jan 2018 00:29

Users of the LG G6 in Europe will receive Oreo just before Android P is released

The LG G6 was launched on Android Nougat just over a year ago, and LG has confirmed that the European model of the device will receive its update to Oreo in June.

Ricci Rox, 24 Jan 2018 16:49

Denuvo's recent acquisition could restore the efficiency of the DRM solution. (Source: Irdeto)

Irdeto acquires video game DRM developer Denuvo

With the new Denuvo acquisition, Irdeto is looking to strengthen its own security tech. The Denuvo DRM for games could also end up stronger than ever, giving crackers around the world a hard time once again.

Bogdan Solca, 24 Jan 2018 16:01

New privacy options will be seen in upcoming Windows 10 releases. (Source: ZDNet)

Latest Windows 10 Insider Preview builds reveal new privacy tools

In a step up towards addressing the spate of privacy concerns surrounding Windows 10, Microsoft is introducing new privacy tools that will enable users to see the exact data being sent as telemetry information.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 24 Jan 2018 11:17

Nokia 8 gets Android 8.1 beta

Two months after the public build of Android 8.0 Oreo, the Nokia 8 flagship receives a beta of the Android 8.1 firmware. This update comes with cheese on top of the patty for the hamburger emoji, as well as many unspecified small ...

Codrut Nistor, 24 Jan 2018 01:33

Firefox 58 update notification, new version launched with tracking protection and faster graphics

Firefox 58 now official with tracking protection and faster graphics

Launched earlier today, Firefox 58 promises to deliver smoother graphics, improved support for progressive web apps on Android devices, faster page loading, tracking protection, and more.

Codrut Nistor, 23 Jan 2018 23:35

Nine released Honor devices to run on Oreo: Honor 8 a surprise inclusion, Honor 6X snubbed

An Honor representative on Huawei's official forums has confirmed the list of Honor devices that will run on the Oreo-based EMUI 8.0, with the Honor 8 and V8 surprise inclusions, and the Honor 6X apparently set to miss out.

Ricci Rox, 23 Jan 2018 22:05

Android Wear 2.8 dark theme (Source: Imgur via Reddit)

Android Wear 2.8 brings improved notifications and new dark theme

A few days after images showing an updated smartwatch surfaced on Reddit, Google confirmed the release of Android Wear 2.8, highlighting the fact that this is an update for the smartphone app and not the same as the OTA for some w...

Codrut Nistor, 23 Jan 2018 13:55

Game Speed Booster hits MIUI 9 (Source: MIUI)

MIUI 9 gets Game Speed Booster

The Game Speed Booster optimizations are now available for the MIUI 9 Global Beta ROM, as well as for the Chinese Beta and Chinese Stable ROMs. Thanks to this tool, the user can disable navigation buttons or keep a steady brightne...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Jan 2018 21:20

Google Fuchsia OS in January 2018 (Source: Ars Technica)

Google Fuchsia OS demo surfaces online

The new demo shows still a product not ready for the market, but in a more advanced status than it was back in May 2017. Now, Fuchsia OS features a few different split-screen modes and works on the Google Pixelbook Chromebook.

Codrut Nistor, 22 Jan 2018 18:45

Amazon Alexa coming soon to Windows PCs

Alexa for PCs is scheduled to debut exclusively in the US later this year on select Windows 10 PCs by Acer, HP, and Lenovo, sporting the same features as the version for Echo devices.

Codrut Nistor, 22 Jan 2018 16:55

Photo showing Android 8.0 running on a ZTE Axon 7. (Source: ZTE forum via Android Soul)

ZTE and HTC bringing some Android 8.0 Oreo love to the US

Updates to Android 8.0 Oreo are slow to arrive. However, this weekend saw users in ZTE's US beta program receive Oreo software, and HTC announced that sprint has approved the Oreo update for the U11 on their network.

Craig Ward, 21 Jan 2018 20:53

The Alexa assistant is coming to Android via the Alexa app. (Source: Amazon)

Amazon Alexa assistant added to Alexa app for Android

Amazon is bringing its Alexa voice assistant to Android phones. Previously only available on select Android devices, Alexa will make its way into the Alexa app in the coming days as part of an update.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 21 Jan 2018 04:17

Microsoft Word in Wine, Wine 3.0 now available January 2018

Wine 3.0 open-source compatibility layer now available

Wine 3.0 is now available as the second annual release of this well-known compatibility layer and arrives more than 24 years since the initial release. This new version comes with improved compatibility with Android, Direct3D 10 a...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Jan 2018 23:00

Fujitsu Esprimo D series. (Source: Fujitsu)

Fujitsu announces three new Esprimo desktops, a Quadro equipped Celsius notebook, and Attachecase confidential file distribution software

Fujitsu caps off a busy week with three new desktops, a 17.3-inch workstation notebook with an Nvidia Quadro 5000, and Attachecase confidential file distribution software which removes part of a file and uploads it to a company se...

Craig Ward, 19 Jan 2018 22:51

Gboard 6.9 Universal Media Keyboard search screen (Source: 9to5Google)

Gboard 6.9 will bring smart replies, GIF making, media keyboard features

Although nothing is official yet and all the information comes from an APK teardown by 9to5Google, it looks like Gboard will soon get the Smart Reply feature for notifications, GIF making, and a new media keyboard that can search ...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Jan 2018 00:35

Enmotus mainly provides storage software solutions for servers. (Source: Enmotus)

Enmotus FuzeDrive brings fast storage to AMD Ryzen users

The FuzeDrive software "melds" SSDs, HDDs, NVMe devices and even DDR4 system RAM into one large storage pool that remains bootable and does not require OS reinstallation.

Bogdan Solca, 17 Jan 2018 16:33

Facebook promises to improve Messenger this year

Facebook has recently admitted that the Messenger app is too cluttered, but promised that this year they will focus on "massively simplifying and streamlining" it.

Codrut Nistor, 17 Jan 2018 16:07

Huawei P10 flagship and P10 Plus gets Android Oreo beta

Huawei P10 and P10 Plus get Oreo beta update

Android Oreo beta is now available for the international Huawei P10 and P10 Plus flagships, and it includes EMUI 8.0 with quite a few new features.

Codrut Nistor, 16 Jan 2018 23:58

The Honor 8 is still an aesthetically stunning device. (Source: XDA-Developers)

The Honor 8 will not receive Android Oreo, and that's a shame

The Honor 8 was released barely 18 months ago, so it's something of a surprise to hear that it won't be receiving the update to Oreo.

Ricci Rox, 16 Jan 2018 22:26

Software

Google fixes Android Wear 2.0 lag problems

Kernel sources for Honor View 10 now available

Microsoft's latest quarterly financial results show strong performance, particularly from cloud services

Microsoft rumored to introduce Windows 10 "S Mode" across all new PCs

Windows 10 edges out Windows 7 in global marketshare according to StatCounter

Windows Polaris could run legacy Win32 apps through remote Azure servers

List of Samsung devices to receive Android Oreo revealed, Galaxy S6 missing

Google Assistant Go brings voice interaction to slow handsets

High-end Sony Xperia handsets will receive two years of updates

YouTube Go hits 130 new markets

Microsoft details servicing changes to Windows and Office, Office 2019 to be a Windows 10 exclusive

Official Telegram apps temporarily removed from the App Store

Huawei Mate 9 gets Android Oreo in the US

Vivaldi Browser celebrates its third anniversary by adding vertical reading, markdown support for notes, and more

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 gets MIUI 9, but no Nougat

Customizable hot words coming soon to Google Assistant

Microsoft rumored to buy Electronic Arts for US$35 billion to boost Xbox-exclusive portfolio

Over 700,000 rogue apps removed from Google Play Store in 2017

Microsoft acquires cloud-connected gaming platform PlayFab

Nokia 3 Oreo beta coming soon, Nokia 2 to jump straight to Android 8.1

Samsung Pay enters the Mexican market

Crowd-sourced, local news app Google Bulletin now available for testing

Optional MS update toggles off Spectre patch to stop reboot issues

Google Play increased its lead in Q4 2017 by downloads, still making less money than Apple's App Store

Apple WatchOS 4.3 Developer Beta brings some new usability features

Windows 10 'Redstone 4' Build 17083 offers font downloads directly from the Microsoft Store

WINE 3.0 can now be installed on Android to run Windows programs

Android 9.0 could be unveiled in May as Pineapple Cake

Twitter COO Anthony Noto resigns

EMUI: We have checked up on Huawei's promise

The HTC One M9 is billed for a surprise Oreo update

Users of the LG G6 in Europe will receive Oreo just before Android P is released

Irdeto acquires video game DRM developer Denuvo

Latest Windows 10 Insider Preview builds reveal new privacy tools

Nokia 8 gets Android 8.1 beta

Firefox 58 now official with tracking protection and faster graphics

Nine released Honor devices to run on Oreo: Honor 8 a surprise inclusion, Honor 6X snubbed

Android Wear 2.8 brings improved notifications and new dark theme

MIUI 9 gets Game Speed Booster

Google Fuchsia OS demo surfaces online

Amazon Alexa coming soon to Windows PCs

ZTE and HTC bringing some Android 8.0 Oreo love to the US

Amazon Alexa assistant added to Alexa app for Android

Wine 3.0 open-source compatibility layer now available

Fujitsu announces three new Esprimo desktops, a Quadro equipped Celsius notebook, and Attachecase confidential file distribution software

Gboard 6.9 will bring smart replies, GIF making, media keyboard features

Enmotus FuzeDrive brings fast storage to AMD Ryzen users

Facebook promises to improve Messenger this year

Huawei P10 and P10 Plus get Oreo beta update

The Honor 8 will not receive Android Oreo, and that's a shame

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