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LG V10 premium Android smartphone to get Android Nougat

Android 7.0 Nougat heading for more LG devices

The list of smartphones, phablets, and tablets that receive the Nougat treat from LG includes the V10, G5, G Pad III 8.0, and the Stylus 2. Even more, it looks like even the two-year-old G4 flagship receives the new firmware.

Codrut Nistor, 26 May 2017 18:51

Codenvy online IDE startup screen, Codenvy joins RedHat

Red Hat acquires Codenvy

RedHat's new acquisition aims to help improve JBoss Middleware and OpenShift. Even more, Codenvy will become a part of the hybrid cloud services platform OpenShift.io. The financial details have not been disclosed.

Codrut Nistor, 25 May 2017 23:55

Moto X Force Android handset gets Android 7.0 Nougat starting with Latin America

Moto X Force gets Android 7.0 Nougat

This Android handset that was unveiled back in late 2015 receives the most recent major iteration of Google's mobile operating system starting with Latin America, so the Verizon-exclusive Motorola Droid Turbo 2 should get the late...

Codrut Nistor, 25 May 2017 21:55

Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) Android phablet spotted with Android Nougat on board

Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) spotted with Nougat on board

This 5.7-inch phablet that arrived in South Korea last year was mentioned in the list of Nougat-compatible Samsung handsets a while ago but did not receive the new firmware yet. Now, we see it surface on GFXBench with Android 7.0 ...

Codrut Nistor, 25 May 2017 12:05

Microsoft Windows 10 China Government Edition launches in Shanghai next to Surface Pro

Microsoft intros Windows 10 China Government Edition

This new custom operating system comes without OneDrive integration and is based on Windows 10 Enterprise Edition. In addition to better management of features like Microsoft's cloud storage service, the new Windows 10 for China a...

Codrut Nistor, 24 May 2017 06:30

Say goodbye to Messenger "Days", games, and poor performance by using Messenger Lite. (Source: Facebook)

If you're tired of Facebook Messenger's bloat, try Messenger Lite

Facebook's ubiquitous chatting app, Messenger, has become so bloated that Facebook has already spun off a version for developing markets called "Messenger Lite". To install it in most countries, however, you'll have to sideload it...

Douglas Black, 23 May 2017 14:20

The NSA cyber weapon-powered WannaCry ransomware spread across the world this past weekend, infecting as many as 200,000 Windows systems. (Source: Forbes)

New malware could be more destructive than WannaCry ransomware

Think WannaCry was scary? There's more frightening malware along the way, and time is running out to stop it before many more machines fall victim to the next attack.

Isaac Brown, 22 May 2017 17:30

Apps can now be restricted based on SafetyNet Attestation. (Image: Google Play Console)

Rooted phones may not be able to download some apps from the Google Play Store

A new update to the Play Console allows developers to restrict access to their apps based on SafetyNet testing. They can hide apps from phones that fail SafetyNet (i.e., rooted devices).

Sam Medley, 19 May 2017 21:13

Android Pay mobile payments service heading for five new markets

Android Pay to reach five new markets soon

In addition to the improved loyalty card features, this mobile payment service will soon be deployed to Brazil, Russia, Canada, Spain, and Taiwan. This would bring the total number of markets with full Android Pay support to 15.

Codrut Nistor, 19 May 2017 11:15

Google announces Android Go, a light version of Android for inexpensive smartphones

Android Go will be Android tailored for cheap, low-cost smartphones. The OS will be lighter, and apps will require less resources to run. Rollouts are expected to start in 2018.

Sam Medley, 17 May 2017 23:14

HTC One M9 Android flagship to receive Nougat on AT&T

Android 7.0 Nougat coming soon to HTC One M9 on AT&T

Although it arrived back in 2015, the One M9 is still a capable flagship, especially since it receives Android Nougat via the official channels. AT&T users still using this HTC handset should get the new firmware in a few days, si...

Codrut Nistor, 17 May 2017 16:20

Huawei Mate 9 Android flagship might get EMUI 5.1 after all

Huawei Mate 9 with EMUI 5.1 spotted online

Although Huawei recently claimed that its handsets currently running EMUI 5.0 would not get EMUI 5.1, an updated Mate 9 has been spotted in the wild by a member of the well-known XDA Developers community.

Codrut Nistor, 15 May 2017 23:25

Microsoft Arrow Launcher 3.4 now available

The list of new features delivered by this new version of Microsoft's custom Android launcher app includes notes, home screen app shortcuts, as well as password protection for hidden apps and Android for Work support.

Codrut Nistor, 15 May 2017 09:55

Microsoft demonstrates native x86 applications running on ARM-based Windows 10

Microsoft demonstrates native 32-bit applications running on Windows 10 ARM

The emulation process will be slightly slower than if running on a native x86 platform, but users may not notice the difference.

Allen Ngo, 15 May 2017 08:14

Project Treble will introduce a new "Vendor Interface" between the Android framework and OEM implementation. (Image: Android Dev Blog)

Google hopes to speed up Android updates from OEMs with Project Treble

Project Treble aims to create an API, allowing vendors to focus on changes to the Android framework rather than changing specific code in the OS for their devices. The result will hopefully be faster and more reliable OS updates f...

Sam Medley, 13 May 2017 21:34

For the second wave, Microsoft is planning 360 media playback, intelligently scaling headers, Z-Depth layering, spatial sound, and speech support. (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft reveals new design language known as Fluent Design System

Microsoft announced some significant UI changes for Windows 10 at its Build 2017 conference. The Fluent Design System, formerly known as NEON, will transform Windows 10's appearance and prepare it for the future.

Isaac Brown, 12 May 2017 16:49

Minecraft for Nintendo Switch hybrid consoles now available

Minecraft for Nintendo Switch now available

The first to get Minecraft Nintendo Switch Edition becomes the Nintendo eShop in North America today, while Europe and Japan should gain access to this popular game starting tomorrow.

Codrut Nistor, 12 May 2017 13:50

Ubuntu available in the Windows Store; SUSE and Fedora to come soon

The Linux "apps" will essentially run the distro through a compatibility layer. Users will have access to Bash and the Linux command line.

Sam Medley, 11 May 2017 21:43

According to ModZero, if you’ve got any kind of incremental backup system in place, you could be creating a record of everything you type, every day. (Source: ZDNet)

Audio driver on several HP laptops contains 'keylogger'

HP has slipped what seems to be a 'keylogger' into their pre-installed drivers on their latest laptops, creating an added security vulnerability for their users.

Isaac Brown, 11 May 2017 19:39

Microsoft will also announce Story Remix, an app designed to automatically combine photos and videos together with a soundtrack, theme, and cinematic transitions. (Source: PCWorld)

Microsoft announces Fall Creators Update for Windows 10

Revealed Thursday at Microsoft's Build conference in Seattle, the next major version of Windows 10 fills fills the gaps in March’s Creators Update and helps users work seamlessly across multiple Windows devices.

Isaac Brown, 11 May 2017 19:35

WhatsApp for Tizen new features added in May 2017

WhatsApp for Tizen gets Voice Message and Call Again features

Two years after receiving voice calling capabilities, WhatsApp for Tizen gets updated with two new essential features, their names being self-explanatory - Voice Message and Call Again.

Codrut Nistor, 11 May 2017 15:20

Opera 45 "Reborn" web browser now features Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp and Telegram messaging support

Opera Reborn browser now available for download

This new version of the Opera browser brings some features introduced by Opera Neon to the masses, its main highlight being the ability to pin Telegram, WhatsApp, and Facebook Messenger to the left side of the main window.

Codrut Nistor, 11 May 2017 12:05

Google acquires virtual reality firm Owlchemy Labs

Google acquires Owlchemy Labs

This six-year-old startup that joins Google is well known for its VR game Job Simulator, which has been a launch title for PlayStation VR, HTC Vive, and Oculus Touch. For now, Owlchemy plans to keep delivering VR content for multi...

Codrut Nistor, 11 May 2017 10:55

Samsung Galaxy S8/S8+ red tint display issue solved by a software update on AT&T

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ on AT&T get the red tint fix update

Although this patch has been around for a while, it is now finally available for AT&T users as well. Once applied, it offers an easy way for Galax7 S8/S8+ users to eliminate the red tint issue.

Codrut Nistor, 10 May 2017 21:45

Indie hit To The Moon comes to Android

Highly praised for its story and soundtrack, To the Moon now brings its one-of-a-kind experience to Android.

Sam Medley, 10 May 2017 21:10

Tim Cook at Apple's WWDC, opening keynote for WWDC 2017 scheduled for June 5

Apple WWDC opening keynote set for June 5

During the opening event of the conference that will run from June 5 to June 9, Apple is expected to reveal new versions of iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS. Some reports also claim that a competitor for Amazon Echo might also be unv...

Codrut Nistor, 10 May 2017 19:15

McAfee says that 44 percent of consumers are concerned about their financial information being stolen, while 38 percent of consumers are concerned about identity theft. (Source: Digital Trends)

McAfee antivirus will be pre-installed on Galaxy S8 devices

McAfee VirusScan software is now coming pre-installed on Galaxy S8 devices as part of a partnership between the two companies. Will it have a noticeable impact on users, or is this just more bloatware?

Isaac Brown, 10 May 2017 16:02

GemBoy is a Game Boy emulator for Tizen-based smartwatches. (Image: Tizen Experts)

GemBoy brings the Game Boy to Samsung Gear S2 and Gear S3

The Game Boy and Game Boy Color Emulator is a unique way to play classic titles from Nintendo's first handheld console.

Sam Medley, 09 May 2017 23:59

Unlocked Galaxy S7 units in the US get Android Nougat

Unlocked Galaxy S7 handsets in the US get Android Nougat

After quite a few carrier variants received the new firmware, the Galaxy S7 SM-G930U model finally gets the first Android Nougat-based update. Unlocked Galaxy S7 Edge units in the US should follow soon as well.

Codrut Nistor, 09 May 2017 20:55

Google Fuchsia Armadillo OS for smartphones work in progress

Google working on a new OS for smartphones

Known as "Fuchsia," this operating system for smartphones uses a custom kernel that is not based on Linux. Sadly, Google did not reveal anything about its plans for this operating system yet.

Codrut Nistor, 09 May 2017 13:15

Huawei Watch smartwatch gets Android Wear 2.0 firmware

Huawei Watch gets Android Wear 2.0

This long-awaited update has finally started its rollout. The first reports about it surfaced on Reddit, and there is no official info about it yet. This update was expected to arrive at the end of March.

Codrut Nistor, 09 May 2017 06:55

Opera Max Android app now updated to version 3.0.31

Opera Max 3.0 rolls out

This major update of Opera's web browser for Android devices turns the app into "a smart assistant," adding enhanced data management and savings, unlimited privacy protection, as well as a new design.

Codrut Nistor, 09 May 2017 06:25

Xiaomi's MIUI 8 custom UI successor coming soon with split-screen and Android Nougat

MIUI 9 leaks online

The new MIUI version is expected to show up in the middle of 2017. This new firmware would be based on Nougat, and its list of features is said to include screen recording, split-screen, picture-in-picture, and more.

Codrut Nistor, 08 May 2017 06:00

GOG and Steam celebrate May the Fourth with Star Wars game sales

Online game distributors Steam and GOG are currently running huge sales on Star Wars games. May the Fourth be with you.

Sam Medley, 04 May 2017 22:55

The Samsung Galaxy S6, in gold. (Source: Samsung)

Android Nougat upgrade is rolling out to AT&T's Galaxy S6 devices

The 2-year-old Samsung Galaxy S6 line is finally receiving Android Nougat, at least on AT&T. The devices are being upgraded to version 7.0 and should enjoy all of Nougat's software improvements and new features.

John Garcia, 04 May 2017 18:33

Edge and Bing are the only defaults available in Windows 10 S

Windows 10 S does not allow users to change their default web browser or search engine, leaving Edge and Bing as the only default options for surfing and searching.

Sam Medley, 03 May 2017 22:55

Amazon will end its free mobile app program this summer

The Amazon Underground app store will no longer accept submission after May 31st. Amazon will also no longer list free apps for Android after this summer.

Sam Medley, 02 May 2017 23:32

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ gets Nougat on T-Mobile

Android Nougat coming to T-Mobile's Galaxy S6 Edge+ next week

This curved-display flagship device that arrived in late 2015 is now finally ready for the first Android Nougat update on T-Mobile and will be updated next week, one week after the Galaxy Note 5 received the new software as well.

Codrut Nistor, 29 Apr 2017 23:25

Moto X Pure Edition/X Style Android phablet gets Nougat update

Moto X Pure Edition gets Android Nougat

Owners of this handset that retails in Europe as Moto X Style can finally enjoy the benefits on Android Nougat, including multi-window support, improved Doze mode, overhauled Quick Settings area, and more.

Codrut Nistor, 28 Apr 2017 11:20

Ars Technica and GOG are giving away copies of The Witcher: Enhanced Edition

To celebrate a new partnership, Ars Technica and GOG are giving away free codes for The Witcher: Enhanced Edition for PC or Mac for the next two days.

Sam Medley, 26 Apr 2017 18:06

The Windows 10 Creators update came out for PCs on April 11 and came out for mobile on April 25. (Source: WinCentral)

Windows 10 Mobile Creators Update rolls out

Microsoft's Windows 10 Mobile Redstone 2 emphasizes 3D and mixed reality for its tiny segment of the mobile market. While their mobile share is insignificant, the changes in this update are not.

Isaac Brown, 26 Apr 2017 15:37

The Meizu PRO 5 was the last officially supported Ubuntu Touch phone. (Image Source: Ubuntu Insights)

Ubuntu Phone support will end in June, app store will close in December

The mobile OS will no longer be updated after June of this year, while the Ubuntu Touch app store will be closed by the end of the year. These moves will essentially kill off Ubuntu Touch.

Sam Medley, 25 Apr 2017 21:59

Sony Xperia X Performance Android smartphone gets 7.1.1 Nougat update

Sony Xperia XZ and Xperia X Performance get Android 7.1.1

These two handsets get the usual Android 7.1 Nougat features, apparently without any Sony-exclusive changes. The new firmware also includes the official security patches for April.

Codrut Nistor, 25 Apr 2017 19:40

a few applications from Samsung can't be uninstalled or disabled like the Samsung Connect and Reminders application. (Source: Forbes)

Samsung has made disabling bloatware on the Galaxy S8 far easier

The Samsung Galaxy S8 comes with dozens of of Samsung and carrier-specific pre-installed apps, not all of which are useful, but since the Galaxy S6 they've been making it easier to pick and choose which apps you want to keep.

Isaac Brown, 24 Apr 2017 15:47

Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Android phablet gets Nougat update on T-Mobile late April 2017

T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 5 gets Android 7.0

Samsung's phablet has begun to receive Android Nougat a while ago, long enough for Sprint, Verizon Wireless, and AT&T to release the new firmware. Now, T-Mobile subscribers using the Note 5 finally get the same treatment.

Codrut Nistor, 24 Apr 2017 15:15

Bixby Vision image recognition not working on Verizon yet

The Amazon shopping feature offered by Samsung's latest flagships currently works on Galaxy S8/S8+ units on T-Mobile, AT&T, and Sprint, but Verizon customers cannot enjoy its benefits yet.

Codrut Nistor, 22 Apr 2017 09:35

Samsung Galaxy S7/S7 Edge flagships on US Cellular finally receive Android Nougat

US Cellular Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge get Android Nougat

Although the Galaxy S7 handsets in the US started to receive Android 7.0 Nougat more than three months ago, US Cellular was not in a hurry. The new firmware it rolls out as we speak has about 1.5 GB in size and does not hold any s...

Codrut Nistor, 21 Apr 2017 12:15

The next Windows 10 upgrade may bring Power Throttling to PCs with modern processors. (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft commits to releasing major Windows 10 updates biannually

Expect Windows 10 feature upgrades to be released twice a year: in March and September. Microsoft says that it will employ this new strategy of predictability to make updates easier to deploy, especially for business customers.

John Garcia, 20 Apr 2017 21:07

According to online analytics provider StatCounter, Chrome has nearly 47.5% of the browser market across all platforms in the US. (Source: Wall Street Journal)

Google Chrome might get a built-in ad blocker this year

Web advertising giant Google is planning to create an ad blocker for Google Chrome, the world's most popular internet browser. With ad-blocking software becoming more popular, Google wants to shut out some of the competition from ...

Isaac Brown, 20 Apr 2017 20:15

Software

Android 7.0 Nougat heading for more LG devices

Red Hat acquires Codenvy

Moto X Force gets Android 7.0 Nougat

Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) spotted with Nougat on board

Microsoft intros Windows 10 China Government Edition

If you're tired of Facebook Messenger's bloat, try Messenger Lite

New malware could be more destructive than WannaCry ransomware

Rooted phones may not be able to download some apps from the Google Play Store

Android Pay to reach five new markets soon

Google announces Android Go, a light version of Android for inexpensive smartphones

Android 7.0 Nougat coming soon to HTC One M9 on AT&T

Huawei Mate 9 with EMUI 5.1 spotted online

Microsoft Arrow Launcher 3.4 now available

Microsoft demonstrates native 32-bit applications running on Windows 10 ARM

Amazon Echo Dot Review

Google hopes to speed up Android updates from OEMs with Project Treble

Microsoft reveals new design language known as Fluent Design System

Minecraft for Nintendo Switch now available

Ubuntu available in the Windows Store; SUSE and Fedora to come soon

Audio driver on several HP laptops contains 'keylogger'

Microsoft announces Fall Creators Update for Windows 10

WhatsApp for Tizen gets Voice Message and Call Again features

Opera Reborn browser now available for download

Google acquires Owlchemy Labs

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ on AT&T get the red tint fix update

Indie hit To The Moon comes to Android

Apple WWDC opening keynote set for June 5

McAfee antivirus will be pre-installed on Galaxy S8 devices

GemBoy brings the Game Boy to Samsung Gear S2 and Gear S3

Unlocked Galaxy S7 handsets in the US get Android Nougat

Google working on a new OS for smartphones

Huawei Watch gets Android Wear 2.0

Opera Max 3.0 rolls out

MIUI 9 leaks online

GOG and Steam celebrate May the Fourth with Star Wars game sales

Android Nougat upgrade is rolling out to AT&T's Galaxy S6 devices

Edge and Bing are the only defaults available in Windows 10 S

Amazon will end its free mobile app program this summer

Android Nougat coming to T-Mobile's Galaxy S6 Edge+ next week

Moto X Pure Edition gets Android Nougat

Ars Technica and GOG are giving away copies of The Witcher: Enhanced Edition

Windows 10 Mobile Creators Update rolls out

Ubuntu Phone support will end in June, app store will close in December

Sony Xperia XZ and Xperia X Performance get Android 7.1.1

Samsung has made disabling bloatware on the Galaxy S8 far easier

T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 5 gets Android 7.0

Bixby Vision image recognition not working on Verizon yet

US Cellular Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge get Android Nougat

Microsoft commits to releasing major Windows 10 updates biannually

Google Chrome might get a built-in ad blocker this year

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