Sony Xperia XZs will go on sale April 5th
The Xperia XZs is now available for preorder on Amazon and will go on sale April 5th. Priced at $699, the Xperia XZs pairs an impressive camera with outdated internals.
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Android 7.1.2 update rolls out
The new firmware is now available for Pixel C users, coming with a new launcher, a multitasking menu optimized for the larger screen, and more. However, Google still has to make the official announcement.
Bixby unofficially available for older Samsung handsets
Although it made its debut exclusively for the Galaxy S8 family, the Bixby virtual assistant has just been spotted running on a Galaxy S7 so it seems it can run without problems on older Samsung handsets as well, although this has...
DDR5 memory is coming, and it is fast
The new standard promises to bring twice the bandwidth and density over current DDR4 memory. Publication is expected to be finalized in 2018.
S Health becomes Samsung Health
Selected countries now get Ask an Expert Telehealth Services via the rebranded service by Samsung, its list of changes also including a new user interface, personalized insights, social capabilities, and more.
Google Calendar hits Apple's iPad
This well-known app by Google is now available for the iPad and allows its users to search their calendar from the home screen with Spotlight Search, also having many more useful features currently in the pipeline.
Apple says iOS 10.3 fixes flaw that caused phones to repeatedly call 911
The iOS 10.3 update included frontend improvements and security fixes, one of which addressed a major security hole that allowed other users to remotely take control of iOS devices and use them to call 911.
Blizzard releases original Starcraft for free
The title is currently available for free on Battle.net. Technically a public beta test of version 1.18, the single player campaign is available in its entirety, and multiplayer is available through PTR.
Palmer Luckey, inventor of the Oculus Rift, exits Facebook
Luckey, who co-founded Oculus and was a driving force in the development of the Rift VR headset, will be leaving Facebook on Friday.
Android Wear 2.0 update halted and delayed
After discovering a bug, Google has delayed any future rollouts of Android Wear 2.0
Google wants developers to optimize their apps for tall screens
Citing the advent of smartphones featuring expanded screen aspect ratios, Google is encouraging developers to update their apps appropriately. The company's words might fall on deaf ears, however; after several years Google's requ...
Samsung Galaxy S8 Microsoft Edition now available for pre-order
Microsoft is accepting pre-orders for a customized version of the Samsung Galaxy S8. This "Microsoft Edition" includes a variety of the company's mobile apps that run the gamut from productivity to virtual assistance.
HTC 10 gets Android Nougat on Verizon
This flagship on Verizon Wireless gets the update more than four months after its unlocked siblings received Android 7.0 in the US. The official change log is not available yet, but it should come with the latest security patch fr...
Windows 10 Creators Update available early
The official Windows 10 Creators update is already available for those who would like to update manually. The update brings some significant new features to Windows 10.
Aida64 v5.90 update adds support for Ryzen Summit Ridge and Apollo Lake
The new version is now available for download in preparation for the Windows 10 Creators Update.
Truecaller Pay mobile payment service launches in India
The new service includes two-factor authentication, and its introduction creates the largest mobile payment platform in India - a country where Truecaller has no less than 150 million customers.
Microsoft Office can run on Chromebooks via CrossOver
Using CrossOver Android, James Ramey (president of CodeWeavers) was able to run MS Word 2013 on his Asus Chromebook Flip C100. The group plans to have a preview of the software released before the end of the month.
Unofficial Android O Pixel Launcher available for Marshmallow and Nougat
Although the latest Pixel Launcher app was made to work with Android O Developer Preview, one XDA Forums user made it available for download to those running at least Android 6.0.1, who should be able to have the launcher up and r...
Opera Mini to offer fast access to downloads and more
In the coming weeks, this mobile browser will gain many useful features, including the ability to automatically scan sites for downloadable multimedia content, a new Facebook notification bar, various UI improvements, and more.
Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge in the US get updated
While the unlocked Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge flagships in the US receive one more Marshmallow update, their siblings on T-Mobile that already got updated to Nougat get this month's security patches.
Phoenix OS 2.0 Alpha brings Android 7.1 to desktops
While Android was not designed to work as a desktop operating system, those who would like to employ it in this manner can use Phoenix OS. The early 2.0 Alpha build is based on Android 7.1 and integrates a taskbar, a start menu, s...
Apple iOS 10.3 now publicly available
The update brings a shift to Apple's new APFS file system, which should increase overall system performance and better allocate storage space. There are a few other changes as well.
Intel Optane storage coming to consumer markets
The fast storage solution will be available in 16 GB ($44) and 32 GB ($77) capacities. Their primary use seems to be as a fast cache drive for a larger SSD or HDD.
You can now talk to Cortana from your Android lock screen
Cortana for Android's latest update brings all of the virtual assistant's features to the lock screen. You can now ask questions and issue commands without having to unlock your phone.
Google is creating a social app based on editing, sharing and organizing photos
Google's newest social app is no longer about text messages; now, the software giant wants to compete with Snapchat and Instagram for a slice of the photo-sharing social media pie.
Google Play gets a "Free App of the Week" section
This new section is apparently available for US users only at this time. Out of the roughly three million apps on Google Play, the first one to be featured as the "Free App of the Week" is the $2.99 USD Card Wars - Adventure Time ...
Original Starcraft is getting a 4K remaster
One of the most popular RTS games on the PC is getting a graphical and audio overhaul, including a bump to 4K resolutions and tweaks to the story and gameplay experience.
Nova Launcher beta gets "Dynamic Badges" feature
This Android launcher app takes icon badges to a whole new level, focusing on images instead of numbers. This feature rolls out to Nova Launcher 5.1's first beta and can be already taken for a spin, but numeric counts remain avail...
Most Android devices are running old security patches and could be vulnerable
A whopping 71% of Android devices in the United States run security patches that are 2 months old or older. This could leave them vulnerable to exploits made known in the latest security update logs.
Wikileaks says the CIA specifically targeted Apple products
The notorious activist group says that the CIA developed specialized tools to specifically target and infiltrate Apple products, namely Macbooks and iPhones. The tools have been in use since at least 2008.
T-Mobile fights scammers with call warnings
Two new programs, Scam ID and Scam Block, will help T-Mobile customers avoid scam phone calls by identifying known scam numbers and warning users. Clients can also opt in to Scam Block, which outright blocks known scammers.
Etsy adds Android Pay support
Now one of the most popular online stores for handmade and vintage items, Etsy has just added Android Pay support for its customers in the UK and the US. However, some users might have to wait for this feature for a while, since A...
Nextbit Robin gets Android Nougat
Razer-owned Nextbit started a closed beta test for the Android 7.0 update back in November, and now the official Nougat firmware is finally ready for everyone. The handset should continue to receive updates until February 2018.
LG Pay to finally launch in June
Apple Pay and Samsung Pay will get a competitor made by LG after all since it is now official that LG Pay would launch this June in South Korea, although there is no information about its availability in other areas yet.
Misfit Vapor confirmed to run Android Wear 2.0
Back at CES 2017, Misfit unveiled the Vapor touchscreen smartwatch without saying anything about the operating system chosen for it. Now, they finally confirmed that the Vapor would launch with Android Wear 2.0 on board.
OnePlus 2 gets OxygenOS 3.5.8
Although its younger siblings received Android Nougat already, OnePlus 2 gets another Marshmallow-based software update. The new firmware comes with the latest Android security patch, also fixing various issues.
Chinese-customized Windows 10 edition ready for launch
Around a year after hearing about its development from Microsoft officials, it looks like the custom Windows 10 version for Chinese enterprise clients is ready to hit the market.
Telus and Rogers release Nougat for the Galaxy S7/Edge
These two Canadian carriers have finally begun to roll out the new firmware to the Galaxy S7 family, thus joining Bell, Virgin Mobile, EastLink, SaskTel, Wind Mobile, and Freedom Mobile.
Apple Clips video editing app coming next month
This simple video editing app is Apple's answer to Snapchat and Instagram Stories and will launch in early April to fill the gap between iMovie and Camera's slideshow feature Memories.
Google app and mobile site now display shortcuts to popular topics and tools
The Google app and mobile site now feature shortcuts to popular topics and services, grouped into cards by function. Android users get exclusive access to Google-specific tools as well as fun mini-games.
Microsoft introduces "Mac to Surface" data migration utility
Microsoft has quietly released a data migration utility to assist Mac users to switch to a PC.
LineageOS hits the one million users mark
Just a few months after rising from CyanogenMod's ashes, LineageOS has more than one million users, OnePlus One being the handset with the most installs. The second spot belongs to OnePlus 3 and 3T.
New Android 7.1.2 beta fixes bugs, adds much-awaited fingerprint feature
This second Android 7.1.2 beta build brings the much-awaited fingerprint swipe notification gesture to the Nexus 6P. It also fixes miscellaneous bugs introduced in the previous beta build.
Samsung officially announces Bixby virtual assistant
Samsung's new digital assistant, Bixby, is "fundamentally different" from the competition's digital assistants. With advanced artificial intelligence at its core, Bixby will debut on the Galaxy S8. Samsung hopes to eventually brin...
Zotac set to release business-centric mini PCs at CeBIT 2017
The small form factor PCs are meant for business professionals and sport features like Intel AMT and Intel UNITE.
Android O rumored to have improved notifications, picture-in-picture mode and other features
Android O is rumored to feature a whole host of new features, including updated app icons and increased Google Assistant integration. More details will be revealed during Google's I/O Developer Conference in May.
Microsoft Arrow Launcher gets support for tablets
This Android app that came out of Microsoft's Garage division receives its second update this month, finally offering support for tablets, as well as various minor fixes and enhancements.
Amazon's Alexa comes to iOS
The digital assistant is currently only available in Amazon's own app and is somewhat limited in what it can do. However, it can still query information, order products, and control other connected devices in a smart home.
Opera considers making ad-blocking a default browser feature
Adoption of Opera's native ad-blocking solution is growing but not fast enough. Opera is evaluating whether to make ad-blocking standard on its browser.
ZTE Axon 7 gets Android 7.1.1
While more than just a few other popular handsets are waiting for the first Android Nougat update, the Axon 7 receives Android 7.1.1, about a month after being updated to Nougat.
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