Friday, January 31, 2020

New Edge feature will block “low reputation apps” from being downloaded

Microsoft is bringing a paid enterprise feature to regular Edge users. The feature, to "Block potentially unwanted apps", would normally be part of Advanced Threat Protection and only available to enterprise users, but is now available in Edge beta and should soon be available to everyone. Off by default, when enabled it will warn users […]

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Sky Rogue now available on Windows 10 and Xbox One

Sky Rogue, a 'fwooshy' rogue-lite flight simulator, is now available on both Xbox One consoles and Windows 10 PCs. It's also available under the Xbox Play Anywhere scheme, which allows you to purchase the game on one platform and play it on both. The Xbox Play Anywhere scheme also means that your game progress continues […]

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Samsung opens up Galaxy S20 reservations ahead of the official launch

Just a couple of days back we reported that Samsung has released a trailer for its Unpacked event which is scheduled to take place in San Francisco on 11th February. The company is expected to announce the new Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Fold 2. Now, Samsung has confirmed the launch by opening up reservations for […]

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Microsoft releases Office Insider Build 200129 for Insiders on macOS, here is what’s new

Microsoft has released a new Office Build for Office Insiders on macOS. The new Build 200129 brings no important new features, but it introduces several important bug fixes to Excel. You can read the official changelog below. Changelog Excel Bug fixes Text in images was becoming blurrier than expected when resizing the image. Emojis in some […]

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Another WCOS failure as Surface Hub 2X reportedly cancelled

For a software giant, Microsoft is remarkable incompetent with software development. In fact, it seems Microsoft is much better at hardware than software, as the Surface Hub 2X is reportedly being killed due to the inability to write the Windows Core OS + Shell which is supposed to power it. We had heard in December […]

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Check out the official launch video of the new Samsung Galaxy Book S

Back in August last year, Samsung announced the Samsung Galaxy Book S, a Qualcomm Snapdragon-powered Always Connected PC. The Galaxy Book S comes with Snapdragon 8cx processor, 8 GB RAM and 256 or 512 GB storage (up to 1 TB of expandable storage). After a long delay, Samsung started taking pre-orders for the Galaxy Book […]

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Excel is being used as fresh bait for phishers- here’s how.

Evil Corp has found a new way to phish their victims- using Microsoft Excel documents. The cybercrime group, also known as TA505 and SectorJo4, are financially motivated cybercriminals.  They're renowned for targeting retail companies and financial institutions with large-sized malicious spam campaigns, using Necurs botnet; but now, they've adopted a new technique. In their latest […]

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Deal Alert: Buy ASUS ZenBook 14 with Core i7 & 512GB SSD for just $879 and get a Zenfone Max smartphone for free

ASUS ZenBook 14 is a great mid-range laptop that features slim-bezel NanoEdge display with 86% screen-to-body ratio. It is powered by 8th gen Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce MX150 graphics and 512GB SSD for great performance. ZenBook 14 also meets the military standard for reliability and durability. Two Harman Kardon bass speakers […]

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Review: Journey To The Savage Planet is one small step for man, one fun leap for mankind.

Played on PlayStation 4. Journey To The Savage Planet opens with you crash-landing on a planet simply known as AR-Y 26. It's a charming place, full of differing terrains such as freezing ice, searing lava, and rather temperate grasslands. There's also plenty of native fauna, including the adorable Pufferbirds, who have all managed to adapt […]

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Nintendo confirms no new Switch model for 2020

Nintendo has confirmed that there will be no new Switch model in 2020, meaning that the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X will be launching with only each other as competition. During the company's latest corporate management policy briefing, Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa said that the company has "no plans to launch a new Nintendo […]

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Android 10 is coming to Galaxy Fold sooner than you think

Samsung's first foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Fold didn't receive great response from the users, in fact, most of the users hold the view that Samsung's foldable smartphone failed to live up to the expectations as it had many issues and, therefore, is not worth the $2,000 price tag. Whatever the case may be, what's important […]

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Facebook, Google and Twitter take steps to control the spread of misinformation around Coronavirus

Coronavirus has taken the world by storm and countries have been scrambling to control the spread of the virus. Unfortunately, the virus isn't the only thing that's spreading as social media platforms have seen a surge in content surrounding the outbreak. While most of it is harmless and is just to update everyone about the […]

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Tesla’s new Model S and Model X wireless phone charger is cooler than most

Tesla has been working on a new 1st party wireless phone charger option for the Model X and Model S for some months, with the charger showing up the FCC recently, and more recently as a configuration option on Telsa's website. Now an uploaded video has given us our first look at the option, and […]

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January firmware update for Surface Studio 2 brings Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity improvements

Microsoft has pushed the January 2020 firmware update to Surface Studio 2. The firmware update brings some improvement in the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity. You can see the official changelog below. Surface Studio 2 Windows Update History Name Device Manager Name Version & Update Notes Marvell Semiconductor, Inc. – Bluetooth – 15.68.17017.115 Marvell AVASTAR Bluetooth […]

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Update KB4532695 is giving users the BSOD

Microsoft released update KB4532695 for Windows 10 version 1903 and 1909 a few days ago.  While the update delivers additional corrections, as well as improvements in stability and security, users have encountered a number of issues since. In the official Microsoft forum, users are reporting performance issues, including problems with sound and system start-up. The […]

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Samsung cleverly reveals Galaxy S20 release date

All the speculations and rumors about the Galaxy S20 series of smartphones are going to end soon as Samsung is all set to hold its Unpacked event on February 11. The event will see Samsung unveiling three new products — Galaxy Buds+, Galaxy Z Flip, and Galaxy S20 series. According to previous rumors, the Galaxy […]

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Samsung reveals the logo for the Galaxy Z Flip’s best feature

The defining feature of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, the successor of the Galaxy Fold, is its 6.7″ flexible Ultra-Thin Glass display. Samsung's UTG is less than 100 micrometres thick, with a potential 30 µm display- equivalent to the thickness of human hair.  The main difference between Galaxy Z Flip and the RAZR is that […]

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Microsoft is shutting down Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps

Microsoft has long been said to have written off their UWP app platform, with advocates often denying the obvious. Today's news that Microsoft is shutting down the Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for Windows UWP apps  in 5 months may, however, convince more. On MSDN Microsoft announced that they are shutting down the Microsoft Ad Monetization […]

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European Union passes resolution to force common charger for smartphones

Recently we reported that Apple may be forced to ship iPhones with USB-C port in the European Union. As we expected, EU parliament this week voted 582-40 in favor of a resolution to urge action by the European Commission on a common charging solution for smartphones. The parliament has asked the Commission to ensure that […]

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Numskull reveals official Resident Evil 3 merch

Numskull has revealed a new lineup of Resident Evil 3 merch for the upcoming survival horror remake. Designed to coincide with the approaching release of Capcom's creepy survival horror video game, Numskull has once again delivered an intriguing lineup of items. While the range of items isn't as sprawling as the Borderlands 3 line – […]

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Coronavirus outbreak leads to Taipei Game Show cancellation

Taiwan's annual Taipei Game Show has been cancelled due to the ongoing outbreak of the coronavirus. The highly publicised virus, which began in Wuhan, China, has begun spreading throughout the world. With the virus currently claiming 213 lives, with many more infected, many companies and events are closing down to limit infection. Originally, the official […]

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Official Microsoft site claims 1 billion Windows 10 users

2 years later than predicted, Microsoft may have finally reached its goal of 1 billion Windows 10 users. The number was claimed on an official Microsoft site offering free wallpaper for loyal users. The site is in Italian and auto-translated, which explains the strange layout, but can be seen in the original Italian here. Microsoft […]

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Samsung will bring “Super ISO” low light sensitivity to their phone cameras

There is a battle for the best low-light photos between Huawei, Google and Samsung, and it appears Samsung will launch its next offensive with the Samsung Galaxy S20. LetsGoDigital has found a new trademark application for "Super ISO" for Samsung at the UK IPO (Intellectual Property Office). The application says the trademark is for: camera […]

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Microsoft announces Xbox Bounty Program with bounty awards up to $20,000

Microsoft yesterday introduced the new Xbox Bounty Program. As part of this program, gamers, security researchers, and others can identify security vulnerabilities in the Xbox Live network and services and get bounty from the Xbox team. Depending on the severity and impact of the vulnerability and the quality of the submission, you can earn up […]

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Your Phone app’s navigation bar will now display your smartphone’s wallpaper

Microsoft's Your Phone is a great app that makes it easier for you to access your smartphone's messages and photos from Windows 10 PC. Now, Microsoft is working towards making the Your Phone app look more like your smartphone. And it seems Microsoft wants to first start with the navigation menu of the app. The […]

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Thursday, January 30, 2020

Microsoft releases new firmware updates for Surface Pro 7 and Laptop 3

Microsoft has started rolling out new firmware updates for both Surface Pro 7 and Surface Laptop 3. The new firmware updates bring a long list of improvements to both the devices which were launched last year. You can head below to take a look at the changelog for the update. Surface Pro 7: Windows Update […]

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Instagram is working on Reactions for Direct Messages

Reverse engineer Jane Wong has discovered a new feature being worked on by Facebook for the Instagram app. Not long after revealing that Twitter is working on Message Reaction Emojis, Jane revealed that Instagram may soon also get Reactions for Direct Messages. Instagram is working on Reactions for Direct Messages Currently, "non-employees can only see […]

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Review: Aftershock Vapor 15 Pro, the laptop that’s both light and powerful

In September, Aftershock refreshed its gaming laptops for 2019 that included the new RTX laptop as well. The new Aftershock Vapor 15 Pro is powered by Intel's latest 9th gen processors along with Nvidia's flagship RTX graphics. One thing to note here is Aftershock has included only the Max-Q version of RTX 2070. For those […]

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Deal Alert: Get the new Microsoft Surface Pro 7 with Black Pro Type Cover for just $649

If case you missed the Black Friday deals on the latest Surface Pro 7 device, check out this new deal from Best Buy. You can now get a Platinum Surface Pro 7 + Black Pro Type Cover Bundle for just $649 ($310 discount). This bundle includes a Surface Pro 7 device with 12.3-inch touch display, […]

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Microsoft will be at Mobile World Congress 2020, but not to show off the Surface Duo

Today Microsoft announced that they will be attending Mobile World Congress, the premier smartphone showcase for smaller OEMs. Despite the death of Windows 10 Mobile, Microsoft does have a smartphone to show off, the Surface Duo, their dual-screen productivity handset. Microsoft has however announced that the event will be all about Mixed Reality, HoloLens 2, […]

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Instagram PWA for Windows 10 updated with new features

A month ago Facebook replaced the OSMeta Instagram app for Windows with a new Progressive Web App (PWA). The old app was rarely updated, with the last update nearly 18 months earlier. Today Facebook released its first update for the new PWA, which will hopefully be a sign of what's to come. Noticed by WindowsBlogItalia, […]

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Xbox One Insiders getting new features in 2002 update

New features will be rolling out over the next week for all Xbox Insiders, including a Simplified Home update, a My Games & Apps UI update, image support in conversations, and more. First up is the Simplified Home Update, which is being released for all Xbox Insiders ahead of its public launch in February. This […]

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Apple now rolling out redesigned Maps with better coverage and data for all users in the US

Back in June 2019, Apple announced the preview of iOS 13 which came with an all-new Apple Maps experience. Apple revealed its plans to add all the key features that are already available on Google Maps. Today, Apple announced that it is rolling out the redesigned Maps with better coverage and data, more precise addresses […]

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Microsoft To Do for Windows 10 updated with a number of important fixes and improvements

Microsoft To Do for Windows 10 has received an update. Taking the app to Version 2.10.2001.28002, the update brings a number of important bug fixes, improvements, and no noteworthy new features. The update brings a fix for an issue with printing lists, dark mode contrast issues, and more. The update also improved the announcements of […]

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Microsoft releases Windows 10 Build 19555 with several bug fixes for Insiders in the Fast ring

Microsoft today announced the release of Windows 10 Preview Build 19555.1001 with several bug fixes for Insiders in the Fast ring. This build does not come with any new features, but it includes several bug fixes. You can find the full change log below. General changes, improvements, and fixes for PC: We've resolved an issue […]

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Microsoft Surface Book 3 with NVIDIA Max-Q GPU and 10th gen Intel Core processor appear on benchmarks

Back in 2017, Microsoft launched the Surface Book 2. Since then, Microsoft has not announced any successor to this device. Recently, a new Surface device with Intel Core i7-1065G7 Processor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q GPU was spotted on 3DMark benchmarks. So this device could be the upcoming Surface Book (probably called Surface […]

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Steam is mostly down right now

No, it's not you or your internet connection – most of Steam is down right now, along with the official Valve website. It's not currently known that's causing the outages and Valve has yet to comment, but the unofficial Steam status tracker is reporting that 55% of Steam's connection manager servers are currently down. 08:54 […]

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Farming Simulator 19 is currently free for the week

Another Thursday means it's time for another free game from the Epic Games Store! This week's offering is the ultimate in farming simulation: Farming Simulator 19. You'll need an Epic Games account to claim Farming Simulator 19 and you'll need the Epic Games Launcher to download and play it. Both the account and launcher are […]

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Xiaomi’s Mi 10 Pro is likely to join the “16GB RAM phone” bandwagon

2017 was the year when the "notch design" went mainstream. Now, it looks like 2020 will also witness a new trend — it'll likely to see 16GB smartphones going mainstream. Xiaomi alone appears to be releasing two smartphones with 16GB RAM — one is the gaming phone Black Shark 3, and the other one appears […]

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Huawei will not use Google’s services in its Android devices even if US lifts the ban

The year 2019 has been brutal for Huawei as the company received sanctions from the US government over spying suspicion. The company later clarified its stance and got a couple of revives but that won't help the company in the long run. In the meantime, Huawei launched its very own OS to be used in […]

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Samsung finally taking pre-orders of Qualcomm Snapdragon-powered Galaxy Book S laptop

Back in August last year, Samsung announced the Samsung Galaxy Book S, a Qualcomm Snapdragon-powered Always Connected PC. The Galaxy Book S comes with Snapdragon 8cx processor, 8 GB RAM and 256 or 512 GB storage (up to 1 TB of  expandable storage). Built with an aluminum chassis, a 13.3″ Full HD touchscreen and weighing […]

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The Outer Worlds Switch release date confirmed for March

Obsidian Entertainment's The Outer Worlds is coming to Nintendo Switch on March 6th! Announced today via a press release, the collaboration between Fallout New Vegas developer Obsidian Entertainment and publisher Private Division will be making its way to Nintendo owners in just over a month's time. Ported to the trusty Nintendo handheld by Virtuous Games, […]

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Faebook settles the lawsuit over its use of facial recognition

Earlier today, Facebook announced that it has registered a profit of $18 billion in 2019. During their quarterly earnings call (via Engadget), Facebook CFO David Wehner confirmed that the company has settled the ongoing lawsuit over the use of facial recognition technology. Facebook was sued based on the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act and the […]

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Android has better data encryption than iPhones, says Forensics detective

In what seems to be a shocking statement, Detective Rex Kiser of the Fort Worth Police Department told Vice, "A year ago we couldn't get into iPhones, but we could get into all the Androids. Now we can't get into a lot of the Androids." Part of Rex's job is to conduct digital forensic examinations […]

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343 announced that all Halo games are currently running on PC

After the release of Halo: The Master Chief's Halo Reach on PC and Xbox One at the tail-end of last year, fans have already been eagerly awaiting the PC arrival of Halo's 1-through-4. As it so happens, developer 343 Industries may very well be able to fulfil the fan hunger sooner than expected as the […]

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This could be Intel’s first foldable smartphone

Intel is one of the major tech companies that are currently working on foldable technology. The company already showed the progress it'd made in the technology by showcasing Horseshoe Bend prototype, a 17.3 inch folding laptop. But the efforts are not limited to developing foldable PCs, the company is equally focussed on developing foldable smartphones […]

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Microsoft brings Edge-style scrolling to Google Chrome

Microsoft has been actively contributing to Chromium framework ever since the company announced the Chromium-based Edge browser. During the early development days, Microsoft said the company is working on bringing Edge-style smooth scrolling to Google Chrome and possibly other Chromium-based web browsers. It looks like the feature is finally ready as Microsoft updated the Chromium bug […]

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Nokia 9.2 could be the world’s first under-display selfie camera phone

It's been almost a year since the Nokia 9 first came to the market and while the flagship didn't receive as much success as it'd like, the company is working on a Nokia 9 successor dubbed Nokia 9.2 which will hopefully address most of the major issues that its predecessor had. There are a couple […]

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TouchID is coming back to the iPhone says analyst, but you probably wont want one

We have heard for some time now that Apple is working on bringing Touch ID, their popular biometric technology, back to the iPhone, via an in-display fingerprint reader. In the end, this technology, already common on Android handsets, did not make it to the 2020 iPhone, but reliable Apple analyst, TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi […]

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Wednesday, January 29, 2020

Elon Musk says Tesla “will sell as many Cybertrucks as we can make” for a long time

Last we heard Tesla had more than 250,000 pre-orders for the already iconic Cybertruck, but pre-orders must have continued to ramp up, as on Tesla's Q4 2019 earnings call Elon Musk just said that they have never before seen such a level of interest in their products. Calling the Cybertruck a "bad-ass Armoured Personnel Carrier", […]

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Windows 10 X will reportedly feature Dynamic Wallpaper

Microsoft is due to deliver a brand-new desktop operating system in 6-9 months to run new form factor laptops and tablets. Microsoft's Surface Neo will be running Windows 10 X, a simplified version of Windows 10 that is is easier to update, simpler to use and feature a more attractive user interface. It appears one […]

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Microsoft files patent for “Hinged device” with flexible display

Back in October last year, Microsoft announced its first Android device called Surface Duo. The Surface Duo comes with two 5.6" displays connected with a revolutionary 360-degree hinge that will allow you to use the device in various modes. Now, Microsoft has filed a new patent titled 'Hinged device', which describes a Surface device with […]

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Rockstar giving away free loot to GTA and Red Dead Online players

After a record-breaking holiday season for both GTA Online and Red Dead Online, Rockstar is thanking its player base with free in-game cash and gear for all players. According to a post from Rockstar, GTA Online is entering its seventh year "more popular than ever." The game managed to break records for daily, weekly, and […]

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Tesla beats earnings, share price rockets over $620 in after hours trading

Tesla has released their Q4 2019 earnings results, and despite all the hype of the last 3 months, the company still managed to surprise investors by beating expectations. Tesla announced that it made $7.384 billion in revenue and a surprise profit of $2.14 per share (Non-GAAP) in Q4 2019. Investors were expecting revenue of about […]

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Microsoft Q2 2020: Bing Search Business revenue growth slows

Microsoft's search engine continues to show a deceleration in growth. The quarter search advertising growth dropped, to 6% YoY (7% Constant Currency). It is clear, from the numbers, that despite continuing concerns about Google's search monopoly, Microsoft has not been able to put themselves forward effectively as an alternative yet. While revenue is still growing […]

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Microsoft Q2 FY20 Earnings: Gaming Hardware sales down by 21%

Microsoft has released its Q2 FY20 earnings report today and the company's gaming revenue declined 21% Year on Year, (down 20% in constant currency). Microsoft hasn't revealed the total number of Xbox consoles sold but did reveal that Xbox software and services revenue declined by 11% (down 9% in constant currency) against a high prior […]

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Microsoft Q2 FY20 earnings: Office, Linkedin and Dynamics revenue

Microsoft released its FY20 Q2 results today, recording a growth of $36.9 billion, a 14% increase. The commercial cloud, like the rest of Microsoft's businesses, also saw an increase in revenue. "Strong execution from our sales teams and partners drove Commercial Cloud revenue to $12.5 billion, up 39% year over year," said Amy Hood, executive […]

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Microsoft Q2 FY20 Earnings: Surface registers a 6% increase in revenue

Microsoft today reported its Q2 FY20 earnings results with strong revenue and operating income, thanks to the continued growth of Microsoft Cloud and other enterprise services. Microsoft also reported that the Surface revenue grew by 6% (up 8% in constant currency). The revenue was $1.975 billion, and this is the tenth consecutive quarter for Microsoft […]

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Microsoft’s Q2 FY2020 earnings: Windows OEM Pro revenue grew 26%

The impending End of Life of Windows 7 has given the PC market a massive boost in the last quarter of 2019 and today Microsoft's FY Q2 2020 financial report we see the corresponding boost in OS sales, with strong growth in the sales of Windows. Windows OEM revenue grew 18%, ahead of PC market […]

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Microsoft Q2 FY20 Earnings: Azure revenue grew 62%

Microsoft today announced FY20 Q2 earnings results. The revenue was $36.9 billion and the operating income was $13.9 billion. Revenue in Intelligent Cloud business segment was $11.9 billion and it increased 27% when compared to last year. Microsoft offered the following business highlights related to Intelligent Cloud business segment. Microsoft reported that Server products and […]

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Microsoft reports Q2 FY20 earnings, beats analyst estimates with $36.9 billion revenue

Microsoft today reported its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2019. Microsoft's sales numbers were ahead of analysts estimates, EPS was $1.51 against the estimate of $1.32 and the revenue was $36.9 billion against the estimate of $35.674B. Operating income was $13.9.7 billion and it increased 35%. Net income was $11.6 billion GAAP […]

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HBO catches up with Netflix with new Download option for Android

Before the feature was officially offered, Android users still found ways- albeit complicated– to keep hold of their favourite HBO series.  Prior to now, users required an active internet connection to access media.  While it mildly inconvenienced some, i.e. not being able to watch series on the plane; it also excluded those with low data […]

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The successor to the iconic VLOOKUP function is coming to Excel for iOS

Microsoft recently released an updated Excel for iOS build version 2.34 (20012701) for Office Insiders. This new update comes with XLOOKUP, the successor to the iconic VLOOKUP function. VLOOKUP is the 3rd most used function after SUM and AVERAGE in Excel. The VLOOKUP function allows users to find a row in a column that matches a […]

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Check out Microsoft’s Super Bowl 2020 Commercial featuring Katie Sowers

Microsoft yesterday released its Super Bowl 2020 Commercial featuring Katie Sowers, the first woman ever to coach in the Super Bowl. Katie Sowers recently became the Offensive Assistant Coach for the San Francisco 49ers. "I'm not trying to be the best female coach. I'm trying to be the best coach," said Katie Sowers in Microsoft's […]

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Chrome Canaray for Android will now let you share grouped tabs

Google has added a useful new feature called TabGroup sharing to Chrome Canary for Android. With the Chrome Canary 81 installed on your Android smartphone, you'll be able to use the new feature, which in simple words, lets you share grouped tabs. This is very similar to 'Set tabs feature' in the Microsoft classic Edge […]

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Microsoft launches the AI for Health program to improve the health of people around the world

Microsoft today announced the launch of the new AI for Health program that is focused on improving the health of people and communities around the world. As part of this AI for Health five-year philanthropic program, Microsoft will invest $40 million to enable nonprofits, researchers, and organizations working across these health-related areas: Quest for discovery: […]

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The PlayStation Plus lineup for February offers a little extra

It's almost February and PlayStation Plus subscribers are in for a treat, as three free games are up for grabs next month. That's more than the usual offering of two! Of course, there's a catch – one of the games is a PlayStation VR exclusive. However, PlayStation Plus subscribers will still get their usual dose […]

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Apple to launch a high-end Bluetooth headphone, wireless charging mat, AirTags and more in first half of 2020

Apple's product lineup for the first half of 2020 got leaked today. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo today reported that Apple is planning to launch a high-end Bluetooth headphone, a wireless charging mat, AirTags, new iPad Pro model, updated MacBook Air/MacBook Pro and more in first half of this year. You already know some information about […]

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Samsung announces Galaxy Tab S6 5G, the world’s first tablet with 5G

Last year, Samsung announced its iPad Pro competitor, the Galaxy Tab S6. There were rumors that Samsung might launch a 5G version of Galaxy Tab S6 tablet in certain markets around the world. Last month, the Galaxy Tab S6 5G showed up on the National Radio Research Agency (NRRA) website. Samsung has now confirmed the device […]

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Deal Alert: Save $500 on Quartz Pink Razer Blade 15 with Intel Core i7 and GeForce RTX 2060

To celebrate Valentine's Day, Razer last year announced the Quartz Pink edition of Razer Blade 15 laptop. This Pink edition laptop is anodized at the sub-molecular level in futuristic pink. You can also notice a subtle pink tone-on-tone Razer logo to match the Quartz Pink effect. You can now save $500 on Quartz Pink Razer […]

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Ring is using third-party trackers in its Doorbell app to collect customer data

Amazon's Ring has been under a microscope for the last couple of months for the lack of privacy. The company did release a couple of updates to fix the different vulnerabilities found in the app and their whole system. While the company has been working on fixing vulnerabilities, it looks like all that was just […]

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Mixer condemns 24/7 and follow-for-follow streaming channels

In a strong move for Microsoft's Mixer platform, the streaming service has started to clamp down on low-quality channels that rely on follow-for-follow or 24/7 streams. Announced through an update to the streaming platform's Terms of Service, these types of streams are no longer allowed if they're deemed to be of poor quality. The new […]

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Apple’s operations affected by coronavirus in China

During the quarterly earnings call yesterday, Apple CEO Tim Cook revealed that coronavirus situation in China might affect Apple's operations. Since some suppliers are from Wuhan region, Apple is already working on mitigation plans to make up any expected production loss. In addition to the iPhone production issues, coronavirus situation also affects Apple's sales since […]

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Google creates AndroidHelp hashtag to offer tech support to the users

Google has announced a new innovative way for Android users to get tech support for the mobile platform. The company has announced the AndroidHelp hashtag for users who want support for a specific issue related to Android. Google announced the news on Twitter and followed it up with a Reddit post which sheds some light […]

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Ori and the Will of the Wisps goes gold, gets a beautiful Collector’s Edition

Xbox-exclusive Metroidvania Ori and the Will of the Wisps has officially gone gold, announced developer Moon Studios. The sequel to the amazing 2015 Ori and the Blind Forest – which recently made its way to Nintendo Switch – is rapidly approaching its launch release. "Ori and the Will of the Wisps has gone GOLD!" announced […]

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Rainway Xbox Beta launches to stream PC games to Xbox One

Xbox's appearance as a more open platform than rivals Sony and Nintendo is set to continue as the Rainway Xbox Beta makes its way to Xbox One consoles. Rainway allows users to stream their desktop games from a host PC to their console. For example, players can use their PC to stream a game of […]

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Nokia to launch as many as four new smartphones at the upcoming MWC event, here is what you need to know about them

In an effort to expand its smartphone portfolio, HMD-owned Nokia is all set to announce as many as four new smartphones at the upcoming MWC event in Barcelona. At the event, the Finnish company is expected to unveil a brand new series dubbed "Original". The new series appears to mysterious as we don't know anything […]

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That frustrating File Explorer bug in Windows 10 November 2019 Update is now fixed

Windows 10 November 2019 Update came with no new features but offered plenty of bug fixes and system stability. These fixes and improvements were supposed to make the Windows 10 less annoying to use, but that didn't happen for all users. Instead, users running Windows 10 November 2019 update faced a frustrating File Explorer bug, […]

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020

This Samsung Galaxy smartphone is now getting Android 10

After months of beta testing, Samsung is finally pushing stable Android 10-based OneUI 2.0 update to Samsung Galaxy S9 smartphones. The update is currently available in select regions — the OneUI 2.0 update is currently available for Galaxy S9 users in the U.S., Netherlands, and Germany. Interestingly, the OneUI 2.0 update is rolling to smartphones […]

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Google is working on a Microsoft Teams competitor

Yes, Google is developing another messaging service. According to The Information, Google is now working on an enterprise communication service that brings together several Google products including Hangouts Meet, Hangouts Chat, Gmail and Google Drive. Just like Microsoft Teams, Google wants this new service to be the hub for all Google productivity products. According to […]

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Tesla offers free Supercharging until Coronavirus “epidemic ceases”

The Coronavirus has so far had devastating consequences, infecting over 4,515 globally, while claiming 106 lives. Most automakers have restricted or banned travel to China, if not extracted their employees from the country altogether.  Tesla, who just opened its first factory in China, near Shanghai, didn't respond to "multiple requests for comment" regarding this topic. […]

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Modern standby could be killing your laptop while it sleeps

Since Microsoft introduced Modern Standby in place of the S3 power state mode; numerous users have reported problems with their laptops when in sleep mode, from overheating to battery drainage. The main difference between Modern Standby and S3 is that the former permits battery-draining background activity, like system updates and downloads.  Although, updating before sleep […]

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At 1.5 billion each, there are now as many active Apple devices as PCs

The Windows ecosystem is set to be overtaken in size soon by another platform, with Apple announcing during their Quarterly Earnings release that there are now as many Apple devices in active use as there are PCs. Specifically, Apple said they now have 1.5 billion devices in active use in the last quarter, saying: "We […]

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Future versions of the Xbox may use Windows Core OS

While Microsoft hasn't officially announced anything about it, it is an open secret that Windows Core OS is being prepared for next-gen Microsoft devices – in particular, the Surface Neo and other folding PCs that run Windows 10 X. Today, however, a post from LinkedIn revealed that Microsoft may also be planning to use the […]

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Stadia Pro users getting two more free games in February

As part of their Stadia Pro subscription, all Stadia Pro users will receive two more free games in February. The two games up for grab next month are a decent offering, consisting of Metro Exodus and Gylt. Metro Exodus is a first-person shooter, developed by 4A Games and published by Deep Silver. The game is […]

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Microsoft Edge Dev channel gets updated with three new features and several bug fixes

Microsoft today announced the release of v81.0.403.1 build for Edge Dev channel. The update comes with some new features, several bug fixes and improvements. For developers, this build comes with the new z-Index view that helps them isolate the different stacking contexts of a web page. In the z-index tab you can further simplify the […]

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Microsoft Whiteboard for Windows 10 gets an important new feature in latest update

Microsoft Whiteboard for Windows 10 has been updated with an important new feature and general bug fixes and performance improvements. Taking the app to Version 20.10113.4716.0., the update makes it possible for the Whiteboard app to automatically title your board using your meeting title. Also, it offers regular bug fixes and quality improvements. You can […]

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Microsoft releases new cumulative update that improves the accuracy of Windows Hello face authentication

Microsoft today released a new cumulative update KB4532695 for Windows 10, version 1909 and Windows 10, version 1903 users. These OS Builds 18362.628 and 18363.628 improve the accuracy of Windows Hello face authentication and also come with several bug fixes. Find the full change log below. Windows 10, version 1909: This build includes all the […]

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip vs Motorola RAZR: Specs, price, and features compared and there is a clear winner

2019 wasn't a great year for foldables, particularly because pretty much all the manufactures failed to live up to the expectation that the users had on foldable devices. Leading companies like Huawei and Samsung also failed miserably at convincing customers to spend close to $2,000 on something that is prone to several issues. Therefore, it's […]

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DOOM Eternal won’t have microtransactions

In a refreshing change from the microtransaction-riddled hellscape that is modern gaming, DOOM Eternal creative director Hugo Martin has said that the upcoming game won't have microtransactions or any sort of in-game store. As DualShockers reports, Martin confirmed the lack of microtransactions in a Facebook comment. Martin also says that "nothing [you] can unlock in […]

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Facebook will prompt 2 billion users to review their privacy settings

Developing stronger privacy protections for users is one of the main goals of Facebook for the next decade. In that context, to celebrate the Data Privacy Day, Facebook today announced several announcements that will enable users to have more control over their data. Privacy Checkup tool: Facebook's updated Privacy Checkup tool helps you improve your […]

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Microsoft reportedly paid Ninja $20-30 million for Mixer exclusivity

Last August, popular Fortnite streamer Tyler 'Ninja' Blevins jumped ship from Twitch to Mixer. He then managed to rack up 1,000,000 active subscribers after just five days on Microsoft's streaming platform. According to a report from CNN Business, Justin Warden, CEO of Ader, says that Mixer has paid Ninja "between $20 and $30 million" for […]

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10 things to do to stay safe on Windows 7 after End of Life

After 11 years of service and support, Microsoft pulled the plug on Windows 7 marking the end of an era. While  Windows 7 has reached the End of Life, there are still around 400M enterprise and individuals that use Windows 7 as their daily driver. If plan to use Windows 7 after the end of […]

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Official renders and specs of Samsung Galaxy Z Flip leaked online

Samsung is launching the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (SM-F700), their Razr-like folding smartphone next month.  Samsung Galaxy Z Flip recently received the blessing of the FCC to allow them to bring the handset to market. Today, the official renders and specs of Samsung Galaxy Z Flip got leaked online, check them out below. Samsung Galaxy Flip […]

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February 2020 Games with Gold includes Cthulhu, Battlefront and more

The February 2020 Games with Gold have been announced, and this month's selection has brought with it a few surprises. From licensed titles to sports games, this upcoming line-up of free Xbox One and Xbox 360 games is an intriguing selection for gamers. On February 1st, two titles will be available to download on Xbox […]

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You broke Reddit and now its down

Reddit appears to be having an outage of sorts for many users. Not all services or all users are affected, but those that are, are unable to check their private message or make comments, and some are also having issues logging in. According to Down Detector, the issue appears to be peaking right now and […]

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Deal Alert: Samsung HMD Odyssey+ VR headset now available for just $229

You can now get a discount of $270 on Samsung Odyssey+ Windows Mixed Reality headset from Samsung. After discount, you can get this VR headset for just $229. The Samsung Odyssey+ headset comes with an exclusive Anti-Screen Door Effect (Anti-SDE) Display. In regular VR headset displays, the fine lines separating pixels will become visible disrupting […]

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Resident Evil 8 returns to first-person, brings in zombies and werewolves

It looks like Capcom hasn't abandoned the first-person perspective that revitalized the Resident Evil franchise just three years ago. According to multiple rumours, Resident Evil 8 is set to bring back the perspective, zombies, Ethan Winters and Chris Redfield. Revealed by YouTube channel Biohazard Declassified, and corroborated by industry insider Nibel, the upcoming Resi sequel […]

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Samsung releases a new trailer for its Unpacked Event

Samsung is holding an event on 11th February where the company is expected to announce the new Galaxy S20 series and Galaxy Fold 2. While we know pretty much everything about the devices, Samsung might have a few tricks up their sleeve. While you're waiting for new devices to launch, Samsung has released a new […]

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Ghost Recon: Breakpoint will finally receive Terminator: Dark Fate again this week

Ghost Recon: Breakpoint should be well past its advertised Terminator: Dark Fate tie-in event by now, but due to numerous setbacks the advertised event is actually starting this Thursday instead. While Terminator: Dark Fate launched way back in October 2019, Ghost Recon will be bringing the time-travelling robots into the current year instead. Similar in […]

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AdDuplex: Windows 10 v1909 is now installed on 15% of the Windows 10 devices

AdDuplex has published its report for January 2020, giving us details about the market share of different Windows 10 versions. According to the stats, Windows 10 v1903 doing well and currently tops the list of the most used versions of Windows 10. As you can see in the above image, the Windows 10 May 2019 Update […]

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Dying Light: Bad Blood is now free for all players of the original

The zombie-infested Battle Royale spin-off Dying Light: Bad Blood is now free for all owners of the original undead survival game. To mark the original game's fifth anniversary – bringing on my existentialism – developer Techland has chosen to give the unique multilayer add-on away. Anyone who owns the original Dying Light, both now and […]

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip will be available in these many color options

The upcoming Galaxy Z Flip is an interesting release in a lot of ways. It's not only this year's first clamshell foldable phone but it's also the first time Samsung is doing a "clamshell foldable". Samsung has a special event planned on February 11 to announce the Galaxy Z Flip alongside Galaxy S20 and Galaxy […]

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Deal Alert: Lenovo ThinkBook 14s with Intel Core i7, 8GB RAM and 256GB SSD available for $599

The Lenovo ThinkBook 14s combines modern style and consumer-oriented design elements, such as aluminium exteriors, with the business-grade and built-in security features that consumers expect from the Think family PCs. ThinkBook 14S have a premium feel, can lay flat at 180°, and feature ultra-narrow bezels to pack a larger display into a small portable package. […]

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Microsoft To Do for Android updated with sign in improvement and color adjustments

Microsoft has pushed an update to its task management app, Microsoft To Do on Android. The update brings a couple of exciting new features and general bug fixes. Taking the app to Version 2.10.147, the update introduces some color adjustments to the app, and it also makes it easier for the users to sign in […]

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Chrome Canary update now displays Edge’s “move tabs to new window” in tab context menu

In earlier reports, we said Chrome was going to adopt Edge's "Move tab to new Window" feature.  Microsoft Engineer, Justin Gallagher, published the patch on Chromium Gerrit ahead of the official update. Now, the latest Chrome Canary update (Version 81.0.4041.2)  has enabled this option. Under the tab context menu, users will now find "Move tabs […]

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This is when you will be able to buy Galaxy S20 series and the Galaxy Buds+

Galaxy S20 series is perhaps the most hyped Samsung release to date. And it'll continue to enjoy the attention until it becomes available for purchase. Besides the Galaxy S20 series, Samsung is also going to launch the Galaxy Buds+, a Galaxy Buds successor. Both of them are going to be showcased at Samsung's Unpacked event, […]

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Cumulative update KB4532695 is now available

Microsoft has just released a Windows 10 cumulative update for users of the Insider Preview Build 18363.628. KB4532695 delivers additional corrections, as well as improvements in stability, security and the experience of updating to Windows 10. The cumulative update can be downloaded by all users of Windows 10 November 2019; and is available through Windows […]

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Microsoft announces Surface Duo SDK for Mac developers

Last week Microsoft announced the availability of Surface Duo SDK for Windows developers. The new SDK allows developers to jump on the dual-screen bandwagon with adding support for Microsoft's own dual-screen Surface Duo which is slated to launch soon. Today, Guy Merin took Twitter to announce the availability of Surface Duo SDK for Mac Developers. […]

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Steven Sinofsky explains how the launch of the iPad stunned the Windows team and led to more failed Windows projects

Steven Sinofsky was at Microsoft for more than 20 years but will always be remembered for the failed operating system, Windows 8, Microsoft's response to the iPad. In a series of tweets Sinofsky explained the impact the launch of the iPad had on the Windows team, which he led from 2009 to 2012, and hints […]

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Monday, January 27, 2020

Free Software Foundation behind petition to Open Source Windows 7

When Windows 7 was first released Microsoft and open-source software appeared to be at diametric opposites of the spectrum, but since then Microsoft has actively adopted free software development principles internally, and contribute to numerous open-source software projects, including famously the Chromium rendering engine. It may have been this change of heart which encouraged Greg […]

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iPhone 12 gets rendered by Concept Creator in stunning video

The iPhone 12 is at least half a year away, but much of the design has already leaked, with the handset rumoured to resemble the iconic metal-band iPhone 4 and 5. Now renowned graphic artist Jermaine Smit AKA Concept Creator has put pen to virtual paper to create a realistic render of what the final […]

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Amazon expected to face significant additional costs due to new anti-counterfeiting rules

A new Customs policy signed by the Department of Homeland Security is expected to add significantly to Amazon's operating costs. The new Customs and Border Protection framework will hold platforms responsible for policing counterfeit goods being sold on their platform or face considerable fines. Amazon has a pronounced problem with counterfeits good being sold by […]

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip may hit shelves on Valentines day, as a carrier exclusive

Good news and bad news for folding phone fans, as the latest rumour suggests the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip may hit retail shelves much sooner than expected, specifically on the 14th February, mere days after its 11th February launch as Samsung's Unpacked event. The rumour is courtesy of XDA-Developer's Max Weinbach, who also reports that […]

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Avast antivirus is spying on you. Here’s how

Avast has been one Anti-virus that has stood the test of time and has been free for almost a decade. The anti-virus lacks advanced features but does provide enough to cover individuals who don't want to break the bank for a premium anti-virus software. However, it looks like there's a reason why Avast is free […]

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Phone calls in the Your Phone app now rolling out to regular Windows 10 users

In December Microsoft rolled out the ability to make and receive phone calls via the Your Phone app to Windows Insiders. Now the feature is rolling out to regular Windows 10 users. The feature does involve giving permission to a number of features on your phone and PC, but after that, it is pretty plain […]

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Google kills App Maker, a low-code development environment similar to Microsoft PowerApps

Back in 2016, Google first announced App Maker, a low-code development environment to take on Microsoft PowerApps. Google App Maker allowed IT developers and enthusiasts to build apps to improve business workflows with G Suite's low-code development environment. After 3 years of the launch, Google today announced that App Maker will shut down on January […]

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Plague Inc. dev advises that game doesn’t represent coronavirus

In the wake of the coronavirus outbreak in China, Plague Inc. developer Ndemic Creations has politely reminded fans that the game isn't a "scientific model" and isn't a representation of how the virus will work. A statement posted to the Ndemic Creations website says that while Plague Inc. is designed to be "realistic and informative," […]

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Refunds now available for Rocket League on macOS and Linux

As online support for Rocket League on macOS and Linux is officially being pulled in March, players on those platforms can request a refund through Steam if they no longer wish to play the game. Regardless of whether you've owned the game for more than 2 weeks or have more than 2 hours of playtime […]

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Microsoft Search introduces new acronym answers feature

Microsoft Search today announced the new Acronyms feature that will help employees find information about their company's often-confusing acronyms. Microsoft Search will automatically find definitions for acronyms appearing on the company's internal sites, in documents, Teams and SharePoint sites, Yammer channels, and others. Organizations can also add their custom definitions for the acronyms they use […]

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Motorola starts taking pre-orders for RAZR foldable smartphone

After almost two months of its launch, Motorola has finally made its first clamshell foldable smartphone, RAZR available for pre-order. At this moment, it's exclusive to Verizon. You can also pre-order it directly from Verizon, but other than that, it's also available at Motorola's official website, and at Amazon. The smartphone is priced at $1,499 […]

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Watch Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella’s interview at the World Economic Forum

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella recently gave an interview to Klaus Schwab at the World Economic Forum. In the 35-minute long interview, Satya spoke about social purpose of a corporation, unlocking inclusive economic growth and equitable globalization through technological progress. Satya also said that he recently came across a book that defined the purpose of a […]

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Microsoft M12 invests in SuperAwesome, a leading kid-safe ad platform

SuperAwesome is a startup that is focused on making the internet safer for kids. Its technology is now used by hundreds of brands and content-owners to enable safe digital engagement with the global kids audience. SuperAwesome claims that it reaches almost half a billion kids across North America, Europe, LATAM and APAC. SuperAwesome today announced […]

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Deal Alert: The 10.2-inch iPad drops to its record low price once again

If you're on the lookout for a solid tablet computer, you should definitely check out the iPad lineup. And while the newest iPad Pro is best you can get, older iPad tablets like the 10.2-inch iPad are also very capable and with the latest iPadOS, they are now way more useful than ever before. If […]

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New camera details of Galaxy S20 Ultra leaked: 108MP camera is not the only thing special about S20 Ultra

2020 is going to be a very busy year Samsung as the company has plenty of products lined up for release. The first flagship product that the company will launch is the Galaxy S20 series, a successor to last year's S10. The S20 is perhaps Samsung's most anticipated smartphone to date and one of the […]

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Microsoft goes back on its word, will fix the Windows 7 wallpaper bug for everyone

We reported earlier that Windows 7 users were complaining of their wallpaper being replaced by black screens when they install the important KB4534310 and KB4534314 updates for Windows 7. The wallpaper bug affected all the Windows 7 users who use stretch option while setting up wallpapers. Microsoft later confirmed that it was indeed a bug but said the company would […]

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Massive Discount: You can save as much $700 on the 1TB Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus right now

Now that Samsung is all set to launch a set of new flagship smartphones on February 11, last year's flagship Galaxy smartphones have gotten cheaper in the course of the last few weeks. And that last flagship Galaxy smartphone to receive a discount is the Galaxy S10 Plus. The 1TB Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus is […]

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Samsung Galaxy S9 will get Android 10 update in February

Samsung has updated its Android 10 roadmap to include the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus. Samsung has already released an update for Galaxy Note 9 series which included Android 10 as well. Samsung, however, delayed the Android 10 update for Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus but it will be available in February. This was […]

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Apple’s future iMac computers could be a single sheet of curved glass

Apple is known for doing interesting hardware and doing it perfectly. However, in the last few years, the Cupertino-based tech giant hasn't been able to bring anything interesting to the table which led to people thinking that Apple is no longer as innovative it was a decade ago. But that doesn't mean Apple is not […]

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Motorola admits the new Motorola Razr still has Folding Screen Problems

Pre-orders for the new Motorola Razr with its folding screen started yesterday, and it seems Motorola waited till then to confirm it has not exactly solved all the problems which so far has been inherent in owning a phone with a folding screen. In a new video about caring for your Razr, they warn users […]

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Sunday, January 26, 2020

Facebook appears to confirm Biometric lock for Messenger

We reported a few days ago that it appeared that Facebook is working on a new feature for Facebook Messenger which would add "Face ID" lock to your Facebook Messenger app. Discovered by Jane Wong, she speculated that the feature will eventually default to the built-in biometric technology in your phone, which should mean despite […]

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Microsoft is working with AT&T to speed up its 5G network

One of the key selling points of 5G networks is reduced latency, but what is less known that in many cases this is achieved by moving computing resources closer to the user via so-called Edge computing. Now Microsoft has revealed that new Network Edge Compute (NEC) technology is being developed in partnership between Microsoft and […]

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Deal Alert: Amazon’s Echo Buds are now $40 cheaper than its launch price

If you're on the lookout for wireless earbuds that offer good sound quality at an affordable price, you can consider Amazon's Echo Buds. It not only offers good sound quality but it is also more affordable than ever before. The Echo Buds wireless earbuds are now available only at a price of $90, down from […]

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Latest Samsung Galaxy Z Flip rumors suggest Snapdragon 855+ chipset, side-mounted fingerprint reader

The Galaxy Z Flip is going to be Samsung's first clamshell foldable smartphone running Android. The smartphone is expected to be similar to Motorola's recently announced RAZR smartphone in terms of design. However, specifications wise, both the smartphones are going to be very different from each other, as per the latest rumors. According to tipster Max […]

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Microsoft engineers are bringing Edge’s “Move tab to new Window” feature to Chrome

Edge has a little-known but cool tab management feature which lets you easily move a selection of tabs to a different browser window. To use it you merely have to shift-left click on the tabs, select "Move to another window" from the tab right-click menu and choose the browser window you want to send the […]

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A2DP sink feature returns to Windows 10

The A2DP sink feature was last available in Windows in Windows 7, with Windows 8 and earlier versions of Windows 10 lacking the capability.  Before, the feature let you use your PC as a Bluetooth audio output device, but Microsoft has since removed "sink" capabilities. This change forced many users to switch to alternative, universal […]

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Samsung and LG may no longer be the only two companies that release phones with a stylus

Styluses have some important use case scenario and while it's a niche, a sizable minority finds a phone with stylus very useful. Unfortunately, most of the major manufacturers rejected the idea of a "phone with a stylus", and, therefore, you'll have to choose between Samsung Galaxy Note series and LG Styro series if you're on […]

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Samsung is working on a groovy new Mixed Reality Odyssey headset

The Samsung Odyssey is regarded as the best Windows Mixed Reality VR headset, offering better build quality, a higher-resolution OLED 1440 x 1600 screens with 110-degree FoV, physical IPD adjustment, and built-in AKG headphones and dual-array mikes. Now it appears Samsung is working on an upgrade to the 2018 headset, going by a new patent […]

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Office for Windows 10 gets new icon and renewed splash screen

Microsoft's Office app for Windows 10 has received an update today. Taking the app to Version 18.2001.1241.0., the update brings the new Office icon, and renewed splash screen. Beyond that, the update brings no bug fixes and performance improvements. You can see the changelog below. Changelog New Icon  New splash screen – The splash screen […]

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Saturday, January 25, 2020

Microsoft Translator adds support for Irish Language

Irish Gaelic (usually referred to as the Irish Language or just Irish) is an official language of the country of Ireland. It is spoken as a first language in Ireland and taught in most of the schools across the country. Microsoft recently announced that Microsoft Translator has now added support for Irish language. Thanks to […]

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Tesla Solar Roof V3 gets its first review

In October last year, Elon Musk unveiled the 3rd generation of their Tesla Solar Roof tiles. Designed for new or replacement roofs, Musk said the Solar Roof looks like conventional high-quality roof tiles and is cheaper than a new roof and a separate roof-mounted solar system.  It featured improved power density, meaning 50% fewer solar […]

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Train Google to pronounce your name correctly in App version 10.93

Google undoubtedly does the utmost to keep its search engine app on the top of its game.  The latest changes to the app personalise it to the finest detail- that being the correct pronunciation of your name. Google App (v10.93.8.29) has been updated with the Household contacts feature that was mentioned at CES 2020.  With […]

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Big Discount: Sony WH1000XM3 Noise Cancelling Headphones drop to $255

If you're on the lookout for a premium quality Bluetooth-based wireless Headphones that produce awesome sound and provide great noise cancellation, then look no further than the Sony WH1000XM3 Bluetooth-based wireless headphones. And it's also available at a discounted price, thereby making it an easy purchase. You can buy the Sony WH-1000XM3 at a price […]

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Google is about to make it easier to save the world from your browser

Google has just updated its list of default search engines in the Canary version of its browser, and in the process has made it easier to help save the world from the comfort of your browser. Google has added the search engine Ecosia to its list of potential default search engines, which currently only includes […]

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Microsoft confirms it broke Stretched Wallpaper on Windows 7, will fix it for paying customers

We reported earlier that Windows 7 users were complaining of their wallpaper being replaced by black screens when they install the important KB4534310 and KB4534314 updates for Windows 7 The issue affected a range of PCs, including enterprise devices where users are not able to change their wallpaper. Now Microsoft has confirmed the bug, saying: […]

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This is when Google’s budget friendly Pixel 4a will be launched

In an effort to continue the trend of releasing a budget Pixel smartphone every year, Google is all set to launch the Pixel 4a series, a successor to the last year's Pixel 3a series. Google was supposed to release the Pixel 4a series on January 9, according to the previous rumors. Clearly, it's either a […]

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Google News Hub adds “Media View” feature

Google is rolling out a new feature to the Nest Hub smart displays.  "Media View", similar to the new Chrome Media Control,  makes it easier to see and control what is playing on the smart devices on your network. The feature offers a summary list of everything playing across a whole speaker group or on […]

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Download the Windows 10X wallpaper for your PC right now

We expect the first Windows 10X devices to hit the market only towards the end of the year, but if you want a taste of the operating system right now WallpaperHub managed to get their hands on the wallpaper used in the teasers for the new OS. Windows 10X promises to be user-friendly, effective and […]

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