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Sega explains why Shenmue 1 and 2 run at 30Hz on PC

July 04, 2018

Shenmue was originally released on the Dreamcast back in 1999, and coined its own sub-genre; FREE, which stands for Full Reactive Eyes Entertainment. While these aren't true HD remakes or remasters of the games, they do come with some advantages over the originals beyond being playable on modern hardware.

Samsung Galaxy On6 with Infinity display launched in India for Rs 14,490

July 04, 2018

Specifications Talking about the specifications, the Samsung Galaxy On6 comes with a 5.6-inch HD+ Infinity Edge display with the aspect ratio of 18:5:9. The Galaxy Tab S4 is expected to arrive with 4GB of RAM, 64GB of onboard storage, a Snapdragon 835, a 7,300mAh battery and Android 8.1. Samsung Galaxy On6 with Infinity Display and a "Chat Over Video" feature has been officially announced by the company.

Facebook to shut down 3 underused apps

July 03, 2018

Why it matters: Facebook is no stranger to experimentation and in the grand scheme of things, shutting down these apps probably won't cause much of a ripple. Let us know in the comments whether you're still using these services, or whether you've even heard of them before! You'll no longer be able to log into Moves after July 30, but you can export your data to avoid losing your logs.

Google allowing third party app developers access to millions of gmail accounts

July 03, 2018

Companies may reveal additional details about how data is processed but most users don't read privacy policies, terms of service, and other legal documents prior to allowing access to their data or installing applications. One is Return Path , an app that collects data for marketers from users' inboxes. Millions of people are believed to have installed Gmail apps. Its computers analyze about 100 million emails a day, while employees reading as much as 8,000 unredacted emails at one point.

Facebook Says Bug Unblocked Connections for Over 800,000 Users

July 03, 2018

It should be noted that in the week or so this bug remained active, a large majority of users had only a single person from their blocked list temporarily unblocked. By Facebook's own admission: "There are many reasons why people block another person on Facebook". Blocking also automatically unfriends them if the users were previously friends.

What's New: Android P Developer Preview 4 (Beta 3)

July 03, 2018

As for the new Android P beta, it's looking like Android P Beta 2, build PPR1.180610.030. Though it's Beta 3, this is also Developer Preview 4 - the first Developer Preview wasn't in the Beta channel - with a final Developer Preview (DP5) expected to be released just prior to the launch of Android P according to the Android P Developer Preview timeline .

Samsung Galaxy S9 sending users private pictures to people

July 03, 2018

One user said that his Galaxy smartphone sent ALL of his photos to his girlfriend. What's even worse is that the app reportedly leaves no evidence of photos being sent, which means users won't know when their phone may have unwittingly sent sensitive photos to a friend or co-worker until some time has passed.

The OnePlus 6's latest color option is making us red with envy

July 02, 2018

The company used a new film coating process that's "never been adopted before in the smartphone industry" to achieve an "amber-like" depth and clarity for the OnePlus 6 Red. With the OnePlus 6 , OnePlus states that it didn't want the shade of red to be overly bright. Long story short, if you like red, then the OnePlus 6 should be on your list.

Details of Microsoft's 'pocketable Surface' device leaked

July 02, 2018

The Verge has now obtained an internal document which describes Andromeda as something which Microsoft has quietly incubated internally. But at the moment we can see that Microsoft has definitely been working a dual-screen device that features a 360-degree hinge similar to Lenovo's Yoga laptops.

Samsung releases Galaxy A6 with Infinity Display

July 02, 2018

The cutouts of the sensors, earpiece and front-facing camera on the upper bezel of Note 9 is similar to the cutouts presented there on the front side of the Galaxy Note 8 . Samsung Galaxy Note 9's main shooter will feature a variable aperture framework that's quite similar to the one equipped on Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus.

Big Tech Worried as California Law Brings Privacy Push to U.S.

July 02, 2018

As part of the compromise, Mr. Mactaggart has agreed to pull the initiative from the ballot before today's deadline for the Secretary of State to certify the initiative for the ballot. "It is critical going forward that policymakers work to correct the inevitable, negative policy and compliance ramifications this last-minute deal will create for California's consumers and businesses alike".

Motorola Moto E5 pops on Amazon India, is the Official launch near?

July 01, 2018

We've received word of the upcoming Motorola One Power , a device we consider to be the spiritual successor to the first-gen Moto Z Play . There's a significant amount of bezel at the bottom where the Motorola logo resides. Also, there is a dual SIM support for you to use two networks at the same time. Also it is unclear if Motorola and Google have any plans to bring the Android P beta to other Motorola devices.

Nissan and Italdesign Unveil Sultry GT-R50

July 01, 2018

It has a distinctive interior that has a shiny gold and black tone exterior. Explore Nissan GT-R technical specifications including dimensions, engines, gearbox, mileage, seating capacity, boot space, etc. A large adjustable rear wing completes the look. The prototype is called the Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign and it is the companies first ever collaboration.

Huawei to launch commercial 5G solutions, mobile chips in March 2019

July 01, 2018

And while we haven't got to see a lot of new smartphones, we have come across some interesting technologies that smartphone manufacturers plan to implement in their devices. The tech giant said that it is working on fifth Generation chip and smartphones that will be introduced in the market next year. This makes the Mate 30 the most eligible phone, considering it is expected to launch by the end of 2019.

WhatsApp for iOS update adds new group admins options

July 01, 2018

San Francisco: Aiming to take on encrypted messaging platform Telegram , WhatsApp has released a new feature for its groups which is essentially a "one-way broadcast " communication stream. The new option has been added in the Settings menu under Account / Change number. WhatsApp will hide the chat text input bar, alerting the user that a message can not be sent.

PUBG Corp. has withdrawn its copyright infringement lawsuit against Fortnite

June 30, 2018

The good news is that Epic Games will have an update on the situation on Thursday, June 28, probably PST time. "We want to inform you that the Playground LTM will remain closed for repairs for the night". Week 9 challenges are expected to go live at around 9am, BST, with plenty of new activities included for Battle Pass owners to complete. You could open up a custom Fortnite match where you have a specific amount of private rules to abide by (certain guns, or building particular ...

Fiber cut leads to nationwide Comcast outage

June 30, 2018

A fiber cut to Comcast's large backbone networks caused a nationwide service outage for businesses and other customers. We're sure someone will get back to us sometime between 9:00 a.m. Service in some sections of the country remained intact, but many large markets from coast to coast have been affected. Comcast, one of the dominant telecom companies in the US with more than 29 million business and residential customers, said on social media that it was working to restore services to ...

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Unveiling Set for August 9

June 30, 2018

It was his observation that the Galaxy Note 9 and the previous Galaxy Note 8 bore high resemblance with each other and there were very minimal changes in the device. This was something that the leaks had also reported. Storage as standard will be 128GB with 6GB of RAM, but there will also be 8GB/256GB and 8GB/512GB versions as well.

Motorola One images leak out

June 30, 2018

While the power button and volume rocker are placed on the right edge, the SIM card slot is on the left edge. While not confirmed, this does lend further support to the idea the Motorola One series is created to be Motorola's Android One-specific lineup going forward.

Samsung will probably unveil the Note 9 on August 9

June 29, 2018

But it does promise a Samsung Galaxy announcement, and it prominently features either a close-up of the S Pen, the Note's signature stylus , or a button on the side of what looks like a smartphone. If Samsung launches a Note 9 in a gold/blue colorway, that will be an insta-buy for a lot of people. Users who are interested can watch the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 live stream at the following links: https://news.samsung.com/in/ .

Fortnite is replacing its Final Fight game mode with a reliable favorite

June 29, 2018

And the preview for the Reddit article shows that a return for the Fortnite Playground mode LTM had been planned for today. The 50v50 LTM that's replacing Final Fight will have some new guidelines compared to previous 50v50 game modes.

The newest 'Overwatch' hero is

June 29, 2018

The ball-shaped mecha-which is called a Wrecking Ball-rolls in, shows off its vast gun power, and the top opens up to reveal an adorable hamster inside. Wrecking Ball's combination of tinkering and bruiser-style tanking should make the hero a very interesting addition to the roster. Enables high speed collisions to damage and knockback enemies.

Google planning its own streaming video game console claim sources

June 30, 2018

Google also has a lot of dropped initiatives that never seem to make it past the early stages. In 2014, the company was reportedly poised to acquire Twitch before Amazon swooped in. This means you won't need to newest and most expensive hardware to play them at their best. But this isn't the first time we've heard Google wants to target gamers with products of its own.

Porsche 919 Evo Nurburgring Record in Progress: Sets 5:19 Lap Time

June 29, 2018

The new record is a minute quicker than the 3 decade old all time record set by Stefan Bellof in the Porsche 956C in 1983. Back then the track was longer by 200 meters, nonetheless, the new time will likely remain unbeaten for a long time to come.

Sweeping Comcast outage reported on social media

June 29, 2018

A major outage is affecting Comcast customers nationwide, including the Pittsburgh market. Complaints began to roll in at around 12:30 p.m. on Friday as customers experienced trouble connecting with the services. Comcast corporate representatives could not be immediately reached for comment. On Friday, Comcast customers across the U.S. reported technical issues with their service.

OnePlus eyeing USA expansion, 5G phone for 2019

June 29, 2018

The company wouldn't commit to a support timeframe for its devices, which made investing $400-500 in one of its devices a bit of a gamble. Thus, after a OnePlus 6T that should be introduced in the second half of 2018, we expect the company's first high-end handsets of 2019 to be called OnePlus 7 .

Google backs JioPhone operating system provider KaiOS

June 29, 2018

The mobile world is dominated by smartphones with shipments of over 1.5 billion units past year. And their sales are actually growing faster right now than their souped-up cousins. And while those devices and the wider ecosystem never really took off, KaiOS has fared significantly better. KaiOS works with manufacturers like TCL , HMD Global , and Micromax and has partnerships with carriers such as Reliance Jio , Sprint , AT&T , and T-Mobile.

Google Pixel 3 Android Flagship Line Leaks In High-Res Renders

June 29, 2018

Alos, the Pixel 3 is tipped to measure 145.6x68.2x7.9mm, while the Pixel 3 XL is tipped to measure 158x76.6x7.9mm. Indeed, the design in general looks similar in these images, other than the notch, though you'll note that there appears to be a dual-lens camera on the front of both phones, as has been rumored before, while the rear camera on both phones looks to be single-lens.

Sales tax bill voted down by Louisiana House

June 29, 2018

Likewise, advocates for the state's mom-and-pop stores - which primarily make sales in brick-and-mortar outlets, not online - say that two-decade-old decision harmed small business owners. "Any adjustment to those rules with the potential to disrupt the development of such a critical segment of the economy should be undertaken by Congress", Roberts wrote.

Oculus VR TV now available for watching shows on 'Oculus Go'

June 28, 2018

The channel, available on the company's new standalone VR headset, the Oculus Go, allows users to watch a wide variety of TV and high-quality videos while in VR . In essence, Oculus is trying to position itself as the cheapest home theater in the marketplace. VR gaming makes ideal sense to be immersive, but whether people are grabbing their phone or tablet (a record 57% of video plays worldwide in 2017 were on phones), in a world where ease of use is being prioritised over everything else ...

Asus Zenfone 5z arrives in India on July 4

June 28, 2018

The Asus phone comprises powerful hardware support that is wrapped up in a lovely body. Asus has introduced a new entry-level phone that comes with features to compliment lifestyles that revolve around smartphones. The colors and brightness of the display are precisely balanced so you can use the phone efficiently even in the sunlight. Asus Zenfone 5Z is no different.

Qualcomm Spins Out 3 New Midrange Chipsets

June 28, 2018

Dual-SIM dual-VOLTE, critical for India now that all-LTE carrier Jio has swept that country, also appears on these chipsets. Both SoCs are based on a 12nm manufacturing process. "We're excited to offer these new platforms with enhanced features to our OEMs and consumers". "Built on the outstanding power-efficiency, 4G connectivity, smart sensing, and location capabilities that the new platform is created to deliver, we are pleased to extend our long-time collaboration with Qualcomm ...

Google Home speakers complain of 'glitch'

June 28, 2018

Users in Google's home state of California started complaining that their Google Home, Mini , and Chromecast devices were not working properly around midnight Pacific Time on Tuesday, and the issue cropped up in every country in which the Google Home devices are sold.

Wi-Fi Alliance starts WPA3 security certification program

June 28, 2018

The WPA3 WiFi security standard has been certified, as announced by the Wi-Fi Alliance earlier today. Hackers will only be able to crack the password if they have an active connection to the Wi-Fi network. The world has changed a lot since 2004 when most people were still only getting to grips with Wi-Fi. "Coupling WPA3 with the promise of 802.11ax's efficiency will allow Wi-Fi to reach levels of security and performance unimaginable only a few years ago".

Telltale Games Is Replacing Its Outdated Engine

June 28, 2018

Another factor is the alleged hostile work environment created by ex-CEO Kevin Bruner ( who is now suing TellTale ), which contributed to some poor decisions being taken within the company at the time. According to Variety , Telltale's old engine led to poor sales and consumers growing exhausted of the developmental similarities in the latest releases.

Apple and Samsung end patent fight after seven long years

June 28, 2018

Apple and Samsung have ended a years-long patent battle over copied iPhone design with an undisclosed settlement, according to a USA court filing Wednesday. The companies also collided in a second and separate 2014 trial in the same court over different patent-infringement claims of different Android phones.

Facebook abandons flying internet plan

June 28, 2018

Facebook is giving up on its plan to create drones that beam down internet connectivity, the company has confirmed . The social network was able to build and test the drone, called Aquila , but never managed to deploy it. Thanks to their efforts, we were able to demonstrate that an aircraft of this design was viable - with two successful full-scale test flights, including a textbook landing on "Aquila beach".

Android Users Spend More And More Time On Instagram

June 28, 2018

Among other things, this "lean back" mode could make IGTV a powerful new place for Instagram to put ads. Facebook: Launched in 2004, 1 billion in 2012 Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook is undoubtedly the most popular social network on the planet.

Mobile announces FamilyMode, a paid service for keeping tabs on kids

June 27, 2018

The best part is, the devices aren't limited to only smartphones and tablets; you can control laptops, smart TVs, and any other devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network. As parents are able to see the sites and the type of content their children are viewing, the idea is that kids soon develop what T-Mobile refers to as "good digital habits".

Microsoft adds built-in ad blocking to Edge for Android and iOS

June 27, 2018

Currently, Microsoft Edge on Android has 5 million installs. The Edge ad blocker is now being tested in a beta version of the software for Android alongside an iOS test program, the report says. Parent and guardian users of Microsoft Family Accounts will also have the ability block unwanted sites and view the blacklists of their sub accounts, bringing an extra level of security to minors using the browser.

AL governor, retail association praise SCOTUS online sales tax ruling

June 27, 2018

Customers were generally responsible for paying the sales tax to the state themselves if they weren't charged it, but most didn't realize they owed it and few paid. Smaller, local businesses also complained that the previous decisions put them at a disadvantage with online competitors. "E-commerce has grown into a significant and vibrant part of our national economy against the backdrop of established rules, including the physical-presence rule".

Instagram adds group video chat and redesigned explore tab

June 27, 2018

Here's a look at each feature! With Instagram , over one billion people use the service so there's a good chance you can just pick up your phone and video call any of your friends or family. That opens new opportunities for co-browsing with friends as if you were hanging out together. Instagram wants the new page to help users find content they are interested in more quickly.

SD Readies to Collect Online Sales Tax After Supreme Court Ruling

June 27, 2018

Powell and the members of the General Assembly, along with Gov". State Sen. Ray Peterson, R-Cowley, has been a vocal supporter of requiring online businesses to collect sales tax and is pleased with Thursday's Supreme Court ruling . For starters, only 16 of the 45 states that collect sales tax have laws on the books defining standards for ecommerce sales tax collection, like the 2017 South Dakota law that prompted the case.

The $159 Nokia 3.1 Is Headed to the USA on July 2

June 27, 2018

This is a 28nm SoC with eight Cortex A53 cores (four clocked at 1.5GHz and four at 1.0GHz) which gives it a decent speed advantage over say, the Snapdragon 427 in the $184 Moto E5 Play or $199 Moto G6 Play , which only have four Cortex A53 cores.

Aston Martin's Gorgeous 2019 DBS Superleggera Leaks Early With 715 Horsepower

June 27, 2018

While being resolutely modern in design and engineering, the DBS Superleggera proudly evokes the towering reputations of Aston Martin's hardest hitting and best-loved flagships from the past. The automaker says there is a choice of two alloy wheel designs, both measuring 21 inches in diameter and both wrapped in Pirelli rubber developed specifically for the DBS Superleggera .

‘Cardboard’ Switch Announced as Nintendo Labo Contest Prize

June 27, 2018

But it's not something you'd picture being in the library of Nintendo's legion of adult-aged gamers. Two grand prize winners will receive the limited edition Switch , a Nintendo Labo Creators Jacket and an award certificate. Nintendo has confirmed that a new update has been released for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe that makes the game compatible with the accessory, meaning that you can use it for steering, acceleration and other controls.

Supreme Court tax ruling a "victory" for local businesses

June 27, 2018

How will this affect your wallet? States had no viable way to track down everyone who wasn't paying their sales tax, which is why they wanted to force retailers to collect it regardless of where they were located. Now, rivals will be charging sales tax where they hadn't before. Historically, the burden has been on the consumer in IL to keep tabs on what " use tax " - essentially the same thing as a sales tax - he or she owes when purchasing online goods from a remote retailer and later hand ...

Snapdragon-Powered Laptops Could Soon Get a Big Boost

June 27, 2018

Maximum memory configurations tested with the Snapdragon 1000 , still in development, include 16GB of LPDDR4X RAM and two 128GB UFS 2.1 disks. It also comes with gigabit LTE and Wi-Fi 802.11ad, along with a new power management controller.

Bentley Bentayga Pikes Peak launched to celebrate record run

June 26, 2018

Limited to just 10 models, the SUV will feature a number of interior and exterior design elements in the same shade of Radium green that covers the Pikes Peak auto. The colour scheme continues inside, only with the Radium replaced by Key Lime highlights on the Beluga leather. The auto gets a Pikes Peak logo on its carbonfibre fascia and numbered treadplates.

Apple releases iOS 12 Public Beta

June 26, 2018

Public testers can now get their hands on the first public beta builds of iOS 12 and tvOS 12 that bring tons of UI changes and feature improvements to the iPhone , iPad and Apple TV. Have you installed the iOS 12 beta yet? Anything else to try? On an iPhone X , iPhone 8, or iPhone 8 Plus: Press and quickly release the Volume Up button.

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