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A long overdue update to Google Voice will be rolling out to Android, iOS, and web platforms over the coming weeks. (Source: Google)

Introducing the new Google Voice, 5 years in the making

Google Voice, a VoIP calling service that aggregates multiple phone numbers into one, has received its first update in 5 years. While the service was rumored to be killed off soon, Google has stated this is the first of many updat...

Sam Medley, 23 Jan 2017 20:12

Oracle office building, Oracle lays off over 1,000 Solaris- and SPARC-related employees

Oracle lays off over 1,000 employees

Due to the refocus of its Hardware Systems business, Oracle is now laying off employees who mainly work in the SPARC department, most of them as software and hardware developers.

Codrut Nistor, 23 Jan 2017 16:20

Nextbit Robin Android smartphone gets its own LineageOS 14.1 build

LineageOS 14.1 now available for Nexus and Moto handsets

Although the first official build is not ready yet, the Android 7.1 Nougat-based LineageOS 14.1 is now available in a nightly/experimental stage for a few devices, including the Nexus 6P and 5X, Moto G4 and G4 Plus, Nextbit Robin,...

Codrut Nistor, 23 Jan 2017 15:15

Samsung Galaxy S8 Android flagship concept render

Galaxy S8's Bixby to feature visual search and text recognition capabilities

Samsung's upcoming virtual assistant that is expected to come with the next Galaxy flagship will be able to conduct payments and control all native apps, but also to perform visual search operations and text recognition with the h...

Codrut Nistor, 23 Jan 2017 12:12

Huawei Honor 8 Android smartphone gets Nougat-based EMUI 5.0 firmware globally

Huawei Honor 8 gets Android Nougat globally

The new firmware comes with EMUI 5.0 on top and has over 2.2 GB in size. According to Huawei Japan, the update comes with the usual Nougat features, as well as better app versatility and various tweaks.

Codrut Nistor, 22 Jan 2017 20:30

Sony Xperia XZ Android smartphone gets January 2017 security patch

Sony Xperia XZ and X Performance receive new security patches

The new firmware fixes a few minor issues, the most noticeable one being the clock reset that occurs after rebooting on some handsets. The update is based on Android 7.0 Nougat and has the security patch level dated January 1.

Codrut Nistor, 21 Jan 2017 20:20

LineageOS to offer weekly updates and support for over 80 devices

The former CyanogenMod team is now back with LineageOS, another Android-based ROM that is already available in the shape of a few unofficial builds that run on over 66,000 devices. The official versions coming soon promise support...

Codrut Nistor, 21 Jan 2017 15:15

Huawei Honor Note 8 Android phablet to get Nougat update soon

Huawei unveils list of devices to get Android Nougat

Some Huawei handsets already received the Nougat-based EMUI 5.0 beta firmware, and now the list of devices to get this later this year when the beta is over has been revealed. The list includes the Mate 8, Honor 6X, MediaPad M3, a...

Codrut Nistor, 21 Jan 2017 09:26

Buzzvil acquires Slidejoy

This acquisition allows Buzzvil to deliver 4 billion ad impressions each month, but also "to diversify its geographic footprint while bringing on a world-class team" at the same time.

Codrut Nistor, 20 Jan 2017 23:15

LG Gram 14 Windows 10 ultrabook to get e-book support via upcoming software update

Latest Windows 10 build offers support for e-books

The new Insider test build does not include the new "My People" feature that surfaced in October and was supposed to be included now, but it is important to see that e-book support is coming to Windows 10.

Codrut Nistor, 20 Jan 2017 12:35

LG Music Flow gets updated with Google Home and multi-room support

LG Music Flow to get Google Home and multi-room support

LG's music streaming system arrived back in 2015, and now it is a few weeks away from a Google Cast update that promises to bring both Google Home support and multi-room capabilities. For now, the update is still being tested but ...

Codrut Nistor, 20 Jan 2017 10:35

Fire Emblem Heroes will be Nintendo's second release on smartphone platforms. (Source: Nintendo)

Nintendo continues mobile march with Fire Emblem Heroes

Nintendo will carry on its foray into smartphone apps by launching a new game, Fire Emblem Heroes, on both Android and iOS February 2nd. In addition, Super Mario Run will also be coming to Android sometime in March.

Sam Medley, 19 Jan 2017 22:47

Samsung Z2 Tizen smartphone with 4G now gets WiFi calling via software update

Samsung Z2 gets WiFi calling

Samsung has just added WiFi calling to the features of this first 4G LTE Tizen handset via a software update. The 50 MB firmware also comes with improved Panic mode and updated security.

Codrut Nistor, 19 Jan 2017 20:25

Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Android phablet to get Nougat soon

Samsung reveals list of devices in line for Nougat

In addition to the Galaxy S7 lineup that has just received Android 7.0, Samsung plans to deliver this update to a pretty long list of devices, including the Galaxy Tab S2, Galaxy S3, Galaxy Note 5, and a few others. The list is no...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Jan 2017 16:15

Google acquires Twitter's Fabric

Twitter's mobile app developer platform joins Google, who also gets the Crashlytics crash reporting system, Answers mobile app analytics, Digits SMS login, as well as the FastLance development automation system.

Codrut Nistor, 19 Jan 2017 12:50

Motorola Moto Z by Lenovo modular Android smartphone gets Nougat later this month

Android Nougat coming to unlocked Moto Z handsets next month

While Moto Z Droid and Moto Z Force Droid on Verizon got updated to Nougat back in mid-November, the unlocked Moto Z will finally get the latest Android version next month, reveals a Motorola spokesperson.

Codrut Nistor, 19 Jan 2017 11:25

NVIDIA Shield Tablet/Shield Tablet K1 gets Android Nougat update in a few weeks

Nvidia Shield Tablet to get Android Nougat soon

NVIDIA has just confirmed that both the Shield Tablet and its improved sibling simply known as Shield Tablet K1 will receive the long-awaited Android 7.0 software update "in a few weeks."

Codrut Nistor, 18 Jan 2017 23:40

Sony Xperia Z5 Premium Android smartphone/phablet to receive Nougat update

Sony Xperia Z5 lineup gets Android Nougat

This new firmware update comes with all the Android 7.0 goodies, as well as a new Xperia Home launcher that is "smarter and more personal" and also fully integrates Google Now.

Codrut Nistor, 18 Jan 2017 22:20

OnePlus 3 Android smartphone now gets OxygenOS 4.0.2 update

OxygenOS 4.0.2 rolls out

As promised earlier this month, the new OxygenOS update comes to solve the Google Play store app download issue encountered by OxygenOS 4.0.1 users. The new firmware is compatible with the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T handsets.

Codrut Nistor, 18 Jan 2017 14:55

New Nvidia Shield TV 2017 now available for purchase

The updated Shield TV brings 4K HDR and Nvidia's GeForce NOW game streaming service.

Sam Medley, 17 Jan 2017 20:18

Features announced in the newest Shield TV will be coming to the older model as well. (Source: Nvidia)

Nvidia to update original Shield TV

The software update will give the original Shield TV the feature set of the newer model, including 4K HDR playback and access to GeForce NOW.

Sam Medley, 17 Jan 2017 15:20

HTC One A9 Android smartphone gets Nougat software update

Unlocked HTC One A9 handsets get Android Nougat

Although it took a bit longer than expected, the Android Nougat update for this unlocked handset has finally received the technical approval and the new firmware already rolls out via OTA.

Codrut Nistor, 17 Jan 2017 13:05

ZTE ZMax Pro Android phablet gets a Nougat beta program

ZTE ZMax Pro to get Android Nougat as well

ZTE takes software updates very seriously since Z-Community members can now join the Android Nougat Beta program for the $99 USD, Qualcomm Snapdragon 617-driven ZMax Pro handset that launched back in July 2016 with Marshmallow on ...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Jan 2017 09:20

HP Windows 10 notebook, Windows 10 Anniversary Update security level is awesome

Windows 10 Anniversary Update is incredibly secure

Although not patches for two zero-day exploits, Windows 10 Anniversary Update machines were shielded from them, proving the excellent level of security achieved by this version of Microsoft's operating system.

Codrut Nistor, 16 Jan 2017 23:55

Samsung Smart Home Monitor part of the SmartThings Home Monitoring Kit

Samsung plans to retire its SmartThings app in April

Although the app that allows its users to control SmartThings-compatible IoT products will be retired on April 1, existing users will continue to receive technical support through June (sadly, only 2017).

Codrut Nistor, 16 Jan 2017 23:20

Sony Xperia Z4 tablet to receive Android Nougat soon

Sony Xperia Z4 tablet to get Android Nougat update soon

In addition to various smaller Xperia handsets, this 10.1-inch tablet that arrived back in 2015 with Android 5.0 Lollipop on board is on its way to Nougat. The new software has just been spotted receiving its certification from wi...

Codrut Nistor, 16 Jan 2017 15:15

ZTE Axon Mini Android smartphone variants in the US to receive a single update from now on

ZTE Axon 7 Mini to get unified software update

Right now, ZTE Axon 7 Mini handsets in the US have one of three possible software builds, but soon all will get the same "Build 21" firmware. This update promises to bring new APN settings for all major carriers, HD Voice call on ...

Codrut Nistor, 16 Jan 2017 14:15

Moto X Play Android smartphone to get Nougat update January 2017

Moto X Play to get Android Nougat later this month

This 5.5-inch handset powered by the octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor that arrived back in August 2015 with Android 5.1.1 Lollipop on board will get Nougat by the end of the month, confirms Motorola.

Codrut Nistor, 15 Jan 2017 20:00

Opera Neon experimental web browser now available for download

This new piece of code does not aim to replace the user's main web browser, instead delivering a few interesting ideas in a visually appealing manner that Opera advertises as a preview of "the way it could be."

Codrut Nistor, 13 Jan 2017 18:45

Adobe intelligent digital assistant photo editing app concept

Adobe unveils voice-controlled photo editor for tablets

Beginners who cannot handle Adobe's current programs might get a voice-controlled photo editor with basic capabilities. The app has just been unveiled in a video by Adobe, but there is no launch date to talk about yet.

Codrut Nistor, 13 Jan 2017 14:10

Google Mapsgets update with full Uber integration and new UI for ride options

Google Maps gets Uber integration

The new update received by this service brings full Uber integration, as well as a new user interface for the section showing the ride options available at current location.

Codrut Nistor, 13 Jan 2017 12:05

Android Wear 2.0 coming in February

After being mentioned a few times by Google, also having to face a few delays, Android Wear 2.0 is now finally on its way for a February launch, according to an email sent to developers.

Codrut Nistor, 12 Jan 2017 12:30

Chrome is the most popular web browser

Less than a decade since its arrival, Google Chrome leads the market with an impressive 44 percent share, followed by Safari with around 25 percent. Internet Explorer only gets third place, with less than 16 percent.

Codrut Nistor, 11 Jan 2017 23:55

Android 7.1 coming to... Chromebooks?

Android N has been trickling out to flagship smartphones for a few months now, but Chromebooks may be the next devices in line to receive the update. Android 7.1 promises to bring better Android app management for Chrome OS.

Sam Medley, 11 Jan 2017 20:26

Windows 10 build 15002 changes to include blue light reduction and many other changes

Windows 10 build 15002 coming with big changes

This new major Insider Preview build comes with a massive list of fixes and tweaks, including advanced power settings for laptops and tablets, as well as a blue light reduction feature similar to the Night Light present in Android...

Codrut Nistor, 11 Jan 2017 10:30

Users might still be able to upgrade to Windows 10 free of charge

Microsoft may have officially the free upgrade period months ago, but still seem to sponsor other free upgrade methods.

Sam Medley, 10 Jan 2017 23:48

Samsung Pay Mini and Bixby reference on official Samsung Pay webpage

Samsung Pay Mini and Bixby spotted online

Although it looks like this was not intended, Samsung might have just confirmed the Bixby voice assistant and the Pay Mini service, as both have been spotted on an official Samsung Pay beta page.

Codrut Nistor, 10 Jan 2017 20:30

Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge Android smartphone surfaces running Nougat

Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge with Android Nougat gets its WiFi certification

Although it has just arrived on the market with Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow on board, this handset now has been spotted receiving its WiFi certification, but loaded with Nougat.

Codrut Nistor, 10 Jan 2017 18:17

Google Voice to get updated soon

After unleashing online a banner about the new update by mistake and then removing it, Google has finally confirmed that the refreshed Voice app is coming soon, but without revealing any details.

Codrut Nistor, 10 Jan 2017 17:00

OnePlus 3T Android smartphone gets Nougat-based OxygenOS 4.0.1 update

OxygenOS 4.0.1 rolls out

Last week, while everyone was paying attention to CES, OnePlus finally introduced the first Nougat-based update for the OnePlus 3 and 3T handsets, dubbed OxygenOS 4.0. Now, OxygenOS 4.0.1 is already available.

Codrut Nistor, 09 Jan 2017 23:45

The Changhong H2 seems like something out of science fiction. (Source: Consumer Physics)

CES 2017 | Changhong's H2 smartphone has a "molecular identifier"

The sensor aims to give users data about objects based on their chemical and physical makeup solely from a simple scan.

Sam Medley, 09 Jan 2017 22:35

Asus ZenFone 3 Android smartphone now gets Nougat update

Asus ZenFone 3 gets Android Nougat

The new firmware only rolls out to users of the 5.2-inch and 5.5-inch ZenFone 3 handsets in the Philippines for now, but global availability is expected to follow in the days to come.

Codrut Nistor, 09 Jan 2017 19:35

Samsung Gear Fit 2 fitness tracker gets iOS compatibility

Samsung extends iOS compatibility to the latest Gear devices

After a long wait, iPhone users interested to use a Gear device with their handset can finally bring the two worlds together. They need an iPhone 5 or later with iOS 9 or higher to use the new Gear S or Gear Fit app.

Codrut Nistor, 08 Jan 2017 16:45

Fitbit Charge 2 fitness tracker, Fitbit app store rumored to launch soon

CES 2017 | Fitbit working on an app store

Not long after buying Pebble, Fitbit reveals its plans to launch its wearable app store that uses some of the assets gained thanks to this corporate acquisition. Sadly, the launch date is not public yet.

Codrut Nistor, 08 Jan 2017 13:35

Apple App Store loaded on iPhone and iPad tablet

Apple's App Store generated $20 billion for developers in 2016

In addition to the massive income generated in 2016, Apple's digital distribution platform also achieved sales of $240 million on January 1st, 2017, a performance that made it this digital distribution platform's busiest day ever...

Codrut Nistor, 07 Jan 2017 18:20

Limes Audio Swedish company joins Google to improve Hangouts and Chromebox for Meetings

Google acquires Limes Audio

The 10-year-old Swedish company joins the US-based giant to help them improve Hangouts and its enterprise counterpart, Chromebox for Meetings. The financial terms of the deal are not known.

Codrut Nistor, 06 Jan 2017 18:20

Nvidia's new SHIELD TV can stream games from either a PC with an Nvidia Pascal-based GPU or Nvidia's Geforce NOW service. (Source: Nvidia)

CES 2017 | Nvidia unveils updated SHIELD TV streaming box

The set top box can stream 4K HDR content and AAA PC games via Nvidia's Geforce NOW service.

Sam Medley, 05 Jan 2017 15:29

LG G Pad X 8.3 Android tablet, LG G Pad X 8.0 gets Android Nougat update on T-Mobile

LG G Pad X 8.0 on T-Mobile gets Android Nougat

Not long after the LG V20 launched as the first new handset to come with Android Nougat on board, LG launches the first Android 7.0 firmware update for one of its tablets, namely the G Pad X 8.0 V521.

Codrut Nistor, 05 Jan 2017 09:55

Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 835 is expected to power top flagship smartphones and tablets. (Source: Qualcomm)

CES 2017 | Qualcomm officially announces Snapdragon 835 SoC

The flagship SoC from mobile giant Qualcomm is the first mobile platform to be manufactured using a 10 nm FinFET process. Specifically tailored for VR experiences and UHD media, the SoC promises improved power in a smaller, more e...

Sam Medley, 03 Jan 2017 23:00

Acer Switch V10 Windows 10 convertible, Windows 10 is finally more popular than Windows 7 in the UK and USA

Windows 10 finally overtakes Windows 7

Although the adoption rate of Microsoft Windows 10 slowed once the free upgrade stopped, recent reports show that Windows 7 is no longer the leading operating system in both the UK and the USA.

Codrut Nistor, 03 Jan 2017 13:00

Software

Introducing the new Google Voice, 5 years in the making

Oracle lays off over 1,000 employees

LineageOS 14.1 now available for Nexus and Moto handsets

Galaxy S8's Bixby to feature visual search and text recognition capabilities

Huawei Honor 8 gets Android Nougat globally

Sony Xperia XZ and X Performance receive new security patches

LineageOS to offer weekly updates and support for over 80 devices

Huawei unveils list of devices to get Android Nougat

Buzzvil acquires Slidejoy

Latest Windows 10 build offers support for e-books

LG Music Flow to get Google Home and multi-room support

Nintendo continues mobile march with Fire Emblem Heroes

Samsung Z2 gets WiFi calling

Samsung reveals list of devices in line for Nougat

Google acquires Twitter's Fabric

Android Nougat coming to unlocked Moto Z handsets next month

Nvidia Shield Tablet to get Android Nougat soon

Sony Xperia Z5 lineup gets Android Nougat

OxygenOS 4.0.2 rolls out

New Nvidia Shield TV 2017 now available for purchase

Nvidia to update original Shield TV

Unlocked HTC One A9 handsets get Android Nougat

ZTE ZMax Pro to get Android Nougat as well

Windows 10 Anniversary Update is incredibly secure

Samsung plans to retire its SmartThings app in April

Sony Xperia Z4 tablet to get Android Nougat update soon

ZTE Axon 7 Mini to get unified software update

Moto X Play to get Android Nougat later this month

Opera Neon experimental web browser now available for download

Adobe unveils voice-controlled photo editor for tablets

Google Maps gets Uber integration

Android Wear 2.0 coming in February

Chrome is the most popular web browser

Android 7.1 coming to... Chromebooks?

Windows 10 build 15002 coming with big changes

Users might still be able to upgrade to Windows 10 free of charge

Samsung Pay Mini and Bixby spotted online

Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge with Android Nougat gets its WiFi certification

Google Voice to get updated soon

OxygenOS 4.0.1 rolls out

CES 2017 | Changhong's H2 smartphone has a "molecular identifier"

Asus ZenFone 3 gets Android Nougat

Samsung extends iOS compatibility to the latest Gear devices

CES 2017 | Fitbit working on an app store

Apple's App Store generated $20 billion for developers in 2016

Google acquires Limes Audio

CES 2017 | Nvidia unveils updated SHIELD TV streaming box

LG G Pad X 8.0 on T-Mobile gets Android Nougat

CES 2017 | Qualcomm officially announces Snapdragon 835 SoC

Windows 10 finally overtakes Windows 7

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