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Hackers Are Already Adding NES Games to Nintendo Switch Online

September 20, 2018

Realizing that you can play games across multiple consoles is definitely exciting, but of course, there are a few exceptions. As a reminder Nintendo is moving into the fearless new future that Microsoft heralded in 2002 and Sony followed up with in 2010: paid online subscriptions for consoles.

OnePlus 6T's camera setup details 'revealed' in another leak

September 20, 2018

This echoes the Oppo R17 Pro , which may well have influenced the OnePlus 6T's design, although there's no additional information on the supposed 'waterdrop' notch that could also make the transition from its BBK stablemate . Tucked under the hood of the OnePlus 6 is Qualcomm's Snapdragon 845 processor and users can also add up to 8GB of RAM which may explain the performance.

WEF: Machines will do more tasks than humans by 2025

September 20, 2018

Instead, technological changes such as high-speed mobile Internet and cloud technology, artificial intelligence, robots and automation are expected to drive a "significant shift on the frontier between humans and machines when it comes to existing work tasks between 2018 and 2022".

Samsung might launch its first quad-camera phone on October 11

September 20, 2018

Currently, the only other major Android OEM with a triple camera is the Huawei P20 Pro . DJ Koh , President and CEO of IT and Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics who was in India last month, had said the company is refreshing its mid-price segment smartphones with flagship premium features for the upcoming festive quarter.

Stormy Daniels Compares President Trump's Private Parts to Toad From Mario Kart

September 20, 2018

The pornstar claimed there will be new details in the book that the public hasn't heard. And in her forthcoming book, she doesn't seem to have held back any allegations, and has apparently written everything she could recollect about her relationship with Trump .

Red Dead Online beta announced for this November

September 20, 2018

This sounds a lot like the online mode for Grand Theft Auto V , another game produced by Rockstar . The Red Dead Online public beta will take place after the game's official launch, which should give players plenty of opportunity to explore offline before jumping into the multiplayer universe.

Google reveals Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL colors on official website

September 20, 2018

The renders show of new Google Pixel devices in the fabric cases. Google has been teasing the upcoming third generation Pixel phones for a while now. Previously the code there could be manually enabled to display a pink background leading many to hypothesise that there was also a pink variant of the Pixel 3 in the works.

YouTube Gaming goes web-only from March, as Google kills standalone app

September 20, 2018

On these pages, you'll find live streams, popular uploads, and other content from that developer or publisher - that last bit could get messy if you're looking at an EA or Activision game. So many of these users are just using YouTube and the regular YouTube experience. YouTube Gaming helped launch a variety of features since its inception, which YouTube has been bringing over to the primary experience along the way.

Google’s Smart Display likely to be called the Home Hub, cost $149

September 20, 2018

The "features" here are just the normal Google Smart Display features. Set to be sold under the Google Home Hub branding, the internet giant's latest smart speaker is set to act as a direct competitor to Amazon's Echo Show and Lenovo's Smart Display .

Sony unveils mini PlayStation Classic console

September 19, 2018

The PlayStation Classic , which is nearly half the size of the original machine, hits shelves on December 3 - the 24th anniversary of the console's release. Older UAE gamers will be thrilled at this announcement, and it will probably take them back to the days of going to places like Hamed Centre and Jumbo Electronics to buy their Playstation discs and accessories.

Experts put the new iPhone Xs Max vs Samsung Galaxy Note 9

September 19, 2018

While there are features that the iPhone X lacks like dual-SIM support (via eSIM), latest A12 Bionic processor, here are eight reasons as to why the 2017 iPhone X is a better buy now in India than the new iPhone XS, XS Max and iPhone XR .

New iPhones are bigger in size and price tag

September 19, 2018

The absence of a striking new feature left major tech blogs and newspapers lukewarm on the new XS range of Apple Inc's (AAPL.O) iPhones in the first batch of reviews on Tuesday, although most praised the improvements to a wide range of standard features.

Twitter finally brings the chronological timeline back

September 18, 2018

According to Twitter , users will be able to view Tweets in reverse chronological order when they un-tick the " Show the best Tweets first " setting, this will also prevent the infernal " In case you missed it " posts as well as the "Recommended" Tweets from people you don't even follow from showing on your timeline.

There's a Fortnite Nintendo Switch Bundle Incoming

September 18, 2018

It will be interesting to see how Nintendo Switch Online is when it hits. However, we must also consider that if Nintendo adds a way to save data externally, it will eliminate the necessity of one of Switch Online's main features - Cloud Saves.

Fortnite's Port-a-Fortress offers bigger, better protection

September 18, 2018

Epic typically begins advertising these new items in the coming soon section of its news page a couple of days before they launch, so we'll likely see the Port-a-Fortress in this week's patch. The item has been spotted on Fortnite's daily newsfeed with the caption, "Toss down the Port-a-Fortress and take defense to new heights." so it looks as though the item will take the whole forts thing to a whole new level.

Golden Master version of Shortcuts app is released by Apple

September 18, 2018

Continue reading to learn about new features in iOS 12, compatible devices, how to download iOS 12, and more! The only piece of advice I would have is to wait for a day to install the update or at least not immediately after iOS 12 is released on Tuesday.

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 catches fire in woman's purse

September 18, 2018

A woman from the U.S. has filed a case against Samsung claiming that her Galaxy Note 9 caught fire in her purse. Diane Chung, a real estate agent, said that on September 3, she was in an elevator and her phone became hot. This is notable, particularly considering that the new phone is the tenth edition of the Samsung Galaxy S series that debuted globally in 2010. For its part, Samsung says it is investigating the matter but that no similar incidents have been reported .

Google Pixel 3 "Coming Soon" Teaser Shows Its Color Variants

September 17, 2018

Google seems to be prepping three of those (how fitting for the Pixel 3, right?). According to Phone Arena , Google began teasing its next-gen Pixel 3 and 3 XL with a pretty simple teaser this time. It has neon green internal border, which is similar to a leak that had hinted that the White Pixel will sport a mint colored power button. Rumours have quite generously revealed other aspects of the Pixel 3 phones .

Here’s How to Install iOS 12 Before Its Official Release

September 16, 2018

In addition to the announcement of upcoming iPhones and Apple Watches, yesterday's Apple Event gave us some insight into the new iOS 12 update - as well as potential new iOS 12 hacks - that will be available for download September 17.

Apple teased by Xiaomi for over-the-top pricing of iPhones

September 16, 2018

That the three new iPhones don't have a single 3.5mm audio jack between them is no surprise, but that the company will no longer provide a 3.5mm dongle in the box means it's doing all it can to make sure you switch to another set of headphones.

Leak: The Razer Phone 2 apparently missed the bezel-less memo

September 16, 2018

Today we start learning about how it will debut, as Razer sends out save-the-dates for an October 10 event. However, based on reports the bezels on the Razer Phone 2 is expected to be thicker than the previous generation Razer Phone , which is the opposite of the current trend right now.

Apple halts the production of iPhone X, iPhone 6s and iPhone SE

September 15, 2018

The iPhone Xs and Xs Max respectively feature 5.8-inch and 6.5-inch AMOLED screens. Plus, through midnight Thursday 9/20, when customers on an eligible T-Mobile ONE 2+ voice line plan add-a-line they get an additional voice line for free.

You Can Pre-Order The iPhone Xs In Australia Right Now

September 15, 2018

We've even compiled them for you. The strategy has been successful, helping Apple's stock to rise more than 30 percent this year and making it the first publicly traded United States company to hit a market value of more than $1 trillion.

Apple stock slips after new phones with few changes

September 15, 2018

Under this, you can change the Bokeh effects even after clicking the photo. Blink and you might have missed it, but Apple announced Wednesday that its new and relatively low-priced iPhone XR will come with a feature we've been wanting for years - a way to easily turn on the flashlight and launch the camera with a single hand.

Nintendo Switch Online wipes cloud save data for expired subscriptions

September 15, 2018

New Super Mario Bros . We are unable to guarantee that cloud save data will be retained after an extended period of time from when your membership is ended. Very vague indeed. By comparison, Sony will keep your cloud saves for a set six months after your PS Plus subscription elapses, and Microsoft doesn't require any sort of subscription for Xbox cloud saves, so they're automatically kept forever.

Apple announces new, affordable iPhone XR

September 15, 2018

The larger model will be called iPhone XS Max . The 6.1-inch screen is edge-to-edge, and is an LCD display dubbed Liquid Retina (326ppi). Like their predecessor, the iPhone X , the name is meant to be pronounced as the number 10. The new Smart HD capabilities with adjustable bokeh are cool though, even though it sounds really similar to the Google Pixel's computational photography .

Ubisoft Reveals Massive Assassin's Creed

September 15, 2018

Said DLC is highlighted by two massive episodic adventures titled Legacy of the First Blade and The Fate of Atlantis . Ubisoft has announced Assassin's Creed Odyssey's post-launch plans , which includes two major episodic story arcs and Assassin's Creed III Remastered as part of its season pass, as well as some additional free content.

Tesla shares climb on Musk's promise of 'amazing' quarter

September 15, 2018

Musk on Friday sent an email to employees saying that Tesla is about to have an "amazing quarter" in which it will deliver " more than twice as many cars as we did last quarter". "Model 3 Dual-Motor All-Wheel Drive is now a US$6,000 option, and beginning September 13th we will be removing two paint options". Tesla Inc TSLA .O will eliminate some colour options for its electric cars to streamline production, Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk tweeted on Tuesday, as the company intensifies ...

Galaxy S10 May Get Triple Cameras to Crush Apple, Huawei

September 14, 2018

In a bid to stay ahead of the competition, Samsung has something special in store for fans. We've already seen Samsung Galaxy S9 and more recently Galaxy Note 9 redefine the flagship nature of smartphones, nonetheless the competition remains stringent.

The Nintendo Switch just became a Final Fantasy machine

September 14, 2018

Hot of the heels of a giant Nintendo Direct , Square Enix has launched a new branding of sorts, with a new page on its website titled, "Discover the Legacy of Final Fantasy ". In the meantime, it's also unclear why Final Fantasy 8 wasn't included in the lineup. Additionally, Nintendo announced on Thursday " Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition HD " will be available for Switch on the eShop.

Forza Horizon 4 demo launching later today

September 14, 2018

The full release of Forza Horizon 4 is set to happen in just under a month on October 2, 2018. The game will take the popular racing series to the United Kingdom for the first time, and features over 450 licensed cars, a dynamic weather system, plus servers that will accommodate up to 72 players.

Nintendo Online paid service starts next week, Nintendo Direct tomorrow

September 14, 2018

It's certainly an interesting tactic but one that is not entirely new, since for years now, Nintendo has been rewarding its loyal customers with exclusives through alternate rewards programs. Will you be signing up for Switch Online once it debuts on September 18th? We say standard, but that isn't quite the right word to describe it. I'm not actually excited for Switch Online at all so far, but I also don't play any video games online.

The New $1,449 iPhone Won't Include A Free Headphone Dongle

September 14, 2018

The base level iPhone is now the iPhone 7 with a 4.7-inch display, A10 Fusion chip, water proofing and stereo speaker setup. Screen technology: The 6.1-inch screen is just fine on its own, but it has a much lower screen resolution than either iPhone XS and uses an LCD display instead of OLED.

OnePlus 6T confirmed to have no headphone jack

September 14, 2018

Inside the OnePlus 6T box will be a Type-C to 3.5mm adaptor so you do not have to throw away your earphones. As usual, leakers are determined to make sure there are no surprises in store for the unveiling, revealing much of what to expect from the OnePlus 6T.

How and When to Watch Apple Event Debuting New iPhone

September 14, 2018

A year removed from last year's 10th anniversary celebration-the first to be held at Steve Jobs Theater on the company's new campus-look for Apple to get back to basics . The smartwatches now feature an electrocardiogram (ECG) sensor which can measure not only the heart's rate but its rhythm. The AirPods will offer water resistance and perhaps new colors that can broaden their appeal, analysts say.

IPhone XS shows that Apple is now Tim Cook’s company

September 13, 2018

Sadly, it's now time to hold a candle to the iPhone X as Apple has discontinued its "revolutionary" flagship for this year. One compelling theory is price . It's a more affordable version of the XS, and it comes in a number of bright colors. Apple has already revealed what kind of price increase we're in for once the calendar hops over to 2019.

The Last Remnant Remastered Announced For PlayStation 4

September 13, 2018

Nevertheless, The Last Remnant formed an avid fan-base, so much so that Square Enix decided for the 10 year anniversary to remaster it with today's elevated technology. You can take a look at some screenshots and a teaser trailer for the game above. The game sold well enough in Japan, and while the remastered edition is now only slated for release there, I imagine the reason for the remaster is to find success in the rest of the world, where the original sold poorly.

Apple No Longer Bundles 3.5mm Audio Dongle With New iPhones

September 13, 2018

The Beats Solo3 Wireless on-ear headphones, priced at $299.95 United States dollars, incorporates Apple's W1 chip for easy one-step Bluetooth connection, while featuring adjustable cushioned, pivoting ear cups. The four-core GPU also boasts up to 50 percent faster performance. Also making it onto an iPhone for the first time, is the availability of a smacking 512GB storage option! It's a more affordable version of the XS, and it comes in a number of bright colors.

Apple shows off iPhone XS

September 13, 2018

If there was any takeaway in Apple's big iPhone unveiling on Wednesday, it's that buying an Apple handset is really expensive. Best yet, the aluminum-and-glass iPhone XR shows its colorful personality, coming in blue, yellow, coral and red (through Project Red), in addition to buttoned-up white and black.

Ericsson and Industry Partners Advance 5G Commercial Readiness in North America content=

September 13, 2018

This milestone follows on the heels of several significant announcements that are accelerating the deployment of commercial 5G networks including the first end-to-end multi-vendor 5G commercial network data call over licenced 3.5GHz in July 2018.

Microsoft Edge Is Trying To Warn People Off Firefox And Chrome

September 13, 2018

In my opinion, the operating system you choose to run should remain independent of the software you choose to install, but Microsoft clearly disagrees with that view based on a new tweak to Windows 10. In a statement to CNET, Microsoft referred to its Windows test programme, and said, "We're now testing this functionality with insiders only". The message that pops up calls itself a "warning", but the only reason it's warning you to use Edge is that Microsoft would prefer you do so.

Lexus unveils world's 1st digital outer mirrors

September 13, 2018

The cameras will only be available in Japan initially, and only on the new ES 300h Version L, but Lexus will determine whether to bring them to the USA after reviewing the feedback from buyers. Lexus claims that the system results not only in improved visibility, but also in reduced wind noise. The views on the five-inch monitors located at the base of the A pillars can be manually enhanced by the driver.

Verizon is launching a 5G home internet service on October 1

September 13, 2018

Mayor Darrell Steinberg said in a press release 5G service will "expand digital access for underserved communities and boost the city's efforts to establish itself as a center for autonomous vehicle testing". AT&T is also planning to launch a 5G home Internet service and has already begun trials . Verizon's 5G operates on millimeter wave spectrum - Verizon's slice of the airwaves is around 28GHz.

Inbox, Google’s playground for email innovation, is going bye-bye

September 13, 2018

Google Gmail product manager Matthew Izatt revealed today on the official The Keyword blog of the company that Google Inbox is being retired in 2019. Smart replies also provide you with suggested phrases so that you can quickly tap on them and send an email reply in seconds, and thanks to hover actions, on your computer you can point to emails in your inbox and quickly take action, like archiving or marking them as read, without actually opening the email.

Nintendo Direct Rescheduled, Switch Online Launches September 18

September 13, 2018

Nintendo has announced their Switch Online memberships will launch in Canada, the U.S. and beyond on September 18, 2018. So if you want to play some co-op Splatoon 2 or maybe some ARMS, then you'll need one of these. According to Nintendo's site , individual plans will go for about $4 a month, and $20 for a year. Memberships can be purchased from the Nintendo eShop or through Amazon, Best Buy or GameStop.

New Microsoft Surface products to be announced on October 2

September 13, 2018

In previous October events , the company has launched new hardware, and the latest is expected to include the presentation of new Pixel smartphones. For those of us that aren't a fan of the "notch", you needn't worry, as details and shots of the Google Pixel 3 have also leaked online sans notch, which gives Pixel fans a clear choice to vote with their wallets come October 4 (which, by the way, is World Animal Day) and is also the date Google will announce the handsets.

IPhone XR: Apple unveils iPhone XR starting at £749

September 13, 2018

The new watch also has revamped health features that put Apple at the top of its health game. However, between Apple keeping to a very mobile-centric show and other rumblings in the silicon world, we can imagine two key reasons as to why there weren't any new Macs announced alongside the newApple Watch 4 andiPhone XS.

Apple iPhone Xs Debuts With an All-New A12 Bionic Chip

September 13, 2018

The Apple Watch Series 4 models sport larger screens that display over 30% more than the previous generation, Apple says. Today Apple revealed the Apple Watch Series 4 in all its big display-toting glory. There's so much more you can do to accessorise it, and while it doesn't look any brighter it really impresses the eye just from being larger. It is powered by the new dual-core 64-bit S4 processor, that the company says offers two times faster performance.

Apple Announces Three New iPhones, Apple Watch Series 4

September 13, 2018

Apple officially took the wraps off it its iPhone XS and XS Max , which Tim Cook calls "the most advanced iPhone we have ever created". It would have an OLED display with richer colors, and Wall Street is targeting a price of $1,049 or $1,099 versus the current $999 base price for the iPhone X .

New Kingdom Hearts 3 trailer is heavy on Big Hero 6

September 12, 2018

The developer went on to close their lips a little more tightly, not wanting to spoil what exactly the experience has in store for its fans. However, it was also stated that as players interact with this VR video, they will somehow be able to unlock extra content.

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