Apple is reported to be testing different sets of augmented reality glasses with various functions. Apple could go either two routes: create a standalone device with a screen or make something akin to the Samsung Gear VR.
TECH August 5, 2017
Google is rumored to make its search business more competitive with a new tool called Stamp, which is a Snapchat Discover clone. Stamp will function much like Snapchat, except it can be displayed in a number of places.
TECH August 5, 2017
Spotify is finally coming to the Xbox One, two years after the music streaming service arrived in the PlayStation 4. The app is currently undergoing internal testing and should launch soon on the console.
TECH August 5, 2017
A new alleged render of the Google Pixel 2 has just leaked, showing an unexpected lack of many smartphone trends. Google could ditch the bezel-less display, dual cameras, and the headphone jack entirely.
TECH August 4, 2017
The Apple Watch Series 3, unlike its predecessor, will have built-in LTE, according to sources familiar with the matter. The smartwatch, expected to be released by the end of the year, is also rumored to have an all-new form factor.
TECH August 4, 2017
New rumors further support the claim that Google will drop the headphone jack for the Pixel 2 and Pixel XL 2. Google will find itself in an awkward position if the reports are true.
TECH August 4, 2017
Facebook has confirmed it’s finally rolling out Related Articles, a feature which displays complementary links that question, dispute, or criticize the legitimacy of a news item. It’s one of the company’s many efforts to fight fake news on the site.
TECH August 4, 2017
Heads up, computer builders and upgraders: Intel’s 8th-generation Coffee Lake CPUs might not support current motherboards. That means if you want to upgrade, you might have to buy a new one.
TECH August 4, 2017
Critics have now gotten their hands on Motorola’s latest flagship, the Moto Z2 Force. While they’re generally impressed with it, the phone does struggle with justifying its high-end price for some subpar qualities.
TECH August 4, 2017
A source has leaked the Galaxy Note 8 release date for South Korea, and likely also for the rest of the world. Samsung will launch the smartphone alongside the LG V30 and before Apple releases the iPhone 8.
TECH August 4, 2017
Marcus Hutchins, the man credited for stopping the spread of the WananCry ransomware in May, has been arrested by the FBI. Hutchins allegedly created, maintained, and sold a banking malware in the past.
TECH August 4, 2017
T-Mobile dominated OpenSignal's latest State of Mobile Networks, as the Un-Carrier won all six categories in the report. Rivals Verizon and AT&T played a part in handing over the crown to T-Mobile as they both slowed down.
TECH August 3, 2017
Asus has now put up the ZenFone AR for preorder on Verizon. Customers can choose between paying for the Tango-capable phone’s full retail price or getting a 24-month lease plan.
TECH August 3, 2017
Google has now officially rolled out Daydream support for all Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus owners. However, Google says it might take some time before Daydream reaches all users, so hang tight.
TECH August 3, 2017
Hyperloop One, one of the few companies trying to turn Elon Musk’s dreams into a reality, has moved one step closer to revolutionizing transportation. Its second full-system test recorded 192 mph in top speed, significantly up from the first.
TECH August 3, 2017
Prolific leaker Evan Blass has revealed the final specifications of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8. Here are all the details about the upcoming smartphone, including its design, processor, and camera.
TECH August 3, 2017
Sony and IBM just crammed 330 TB into a palm-sized cartridge using an advanced magnetic tape storage system. To achieve it, both companies had to develop new technologies entirely.
TECH August 3, 2017
High-end camera company RED revealed more of its upcoming Hydrogen One smartphone through a hands-on video on a non-functional prototype. Here's what we learned about the device, which is already accepting preorders at a price that starts at $1,200.
TECH August 3, 2017
Microsoft rolled out the Surface Plus program, which will make it easier for users to own and upgrade Surface devices. The program covers the Surface Laptop, Surface Pro, Surface Book, and Surface Studio for individual customers.
TECH August 2, 2017
Microsoft has committed to implementing eye tracking support on Windows 10 soon. Called Eye Control, the feature will help people with certain neuro-muscular disorders navigate the operating system using their eyes.
TECH August 2, 2017
Facebook will reportedly join the ranks of Amazon, Apple, and Google by potentially releasing new hardware devices. Built from its Building 8 lab, Facebook plans to unveil a video chat device and a smart speaker, both with AI capabilities.
TECH August 2, 2017
Yes, Facebook experimented with AI chatbots that can negotiate with each other. No, these chatbots didn’t create their own language, and they most definitely will not take over the world.
TECH August 2, 2017
After Amazon pulled Blu devices from its store over privacy concerns, Blu has now refuted all claims, saying there’s no such thing. But given Blu’s track record with privacy, Amazon might have a hard time believing that.
TECH August 2, 2017
A newly discovered Amazon Echo hack can allow attackers to receive all the audio recorded by the smart speaker's microphone. Here's how you can stay safe from spying Amazon Echo devices.
TECH August 1, 2017
Google could soon support battery level indicators for connected Bluetooth devices on future versions of stock Android. While certainly good news, several phone manufacturers already support such a feature.
TECH August 2, 2017
A new Samsung Galaxy Note 8 render has just been leaked by trusted tipster Evan Blass, possibly showing the final design of the forthcoming device. Samsung will unveil its flagship Note device on Aug. 23.
TECH August 2, 2017
A U.S. District Court Judge has ruled that Apple can’t dismiss a lawsuit claiming it intentionally disabled FaceTime on iOS 6. The plaintiffs claim Apple violated California's Unfair Competition Law.
TECH August 1, 2017
HBO confirmed that it suffered a cyberattack, with hackers stealing 1.5 TB worth of data. The hackers have uploaded episodes of 'Ballers' and 'Room 104,' along with written material connected to the next episode of 'Game of Thrones.'
TECH July 31, 2017
Meg Whitman just bowed out of possibly helming Uber in place of ousted Travis Kalanick. The company’s board now struggles to decide on its next CEO, and it now has to pick from a bunch of men.
TECH August 1, 2017
The iPhone 8, doused in speculation as ever, gets clearer each day. Via Apple’s leaked HomePod firmware, developers have discovered that the iPhone 8 will have a bezel-less screen and an infrared face unlock feature.
TECH August 1, 2017
Charter has rejected SoftBank’s proposal to merge it with Sprint and make a new company that offers wireless services. SoftBank won’t give up yet; however, it plans on making a direct offer shortly.
TECH July 31, 2017
Apple has tapped LG Display to supply OLED panels for the iPhone 8, according to rumors. The move might allow for quicker production and more bargaining power for Apple now with two OLED suppliers working on the flagship phone.
TECH July 31, 2017
A leaked internal document revealed that the LG V30 will be released in the United States on Sept. 28. LG hopes that the LG V30 will be a better challenger to Samsung compared to the LG G6.
TECH July 31, 2017
A high-resolution image and leaked technical specifications have revealed just about everything there is to know about the Samsung Galaxy S8 Active. The rugged smartphone's price and release date, however, remain unknown.
TECH July 31, 2017
Facebook shut down one of its artificial intelligence systems after AI agents started communicating with one another in a language that they invented. The incident evokes images of the rise of Skynet in the iconic 'Terminator' series.
TECH July 30, 2017
Apple, succumbing to pressure from the Chinese government, has taken down VPN apps from the App Store in China. The move strengthens the country's internet censorship within the Great Firewall of China.
TECH July 29, 2017
After months of hype, Tesla has finally unveiled the Model 3 - its affordable electric vehicle geared for the masses. Tesla also just proved that it’s not just your average electric car company.
TECH July 29, 2017
One of the pioneers on social VR spaces, AltspaceVR, has officially announced that it’s shutting down. The fallout sprung from financial troubles and the VR market’s slow growth.
TECH July 29, 2017
Then CEO of iRobot has now refuted several reports saying his company will sell data collected by its smart Roomba vacuum cleaners. The company has stressed that it’s up to their customers if they want to share their data.
TECH July 29, 2017
Pretty soon, YouTube Red and Google Play Music will merge into one service, Google has now confirmed. Google hopes this move could help its music streaming service attract more subscribers.
TECH July 28, 2017
WhatsApp has now shot to 1 billion daily users, according to Facebook’s most recent earnings report. As its user base across apps grows, however, so will the number of ads.
TECH July 28, 2017
Jeff Bezos, CEO of Amazon, briefly surged past Bill Gates as the world’s richest person but climbed back down when the company’s stock reversed direction several hours later. For now, Bezos has to sit happily in the number two spot.
TECH July 28, 2017
Apple doubled the maximum capacity of the iPod Touch to 128 GB. The move was made to appease iPod fans, as the iPod Nano and the iPod Shuffle have been discontinued.
TECH July 28, 2017
Major Apple supplier Foxconn revealed its plans to build a $10 billion plant in Wisconsin. President Donald Trump claimed credit for the investment, which will create as many as 13,000 jobs.
TECH July 27, 2017
Samsung is working on the Galaxy Note 8 Emperor Edition, with 256 GB of internal storage and 6 GB of RAM. The move follows what the company did for the Galaxy S8, which had a special version in South Korea.
TECH July 27, 2017
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