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Google AI-based grammar checker now available for all G Suite users

February 28, 2019

Are you sick of getting a twitch in your eye when you receive a Google Doc with poor grammar? Google Docs has your back. The tool was first announced previous year in July, but it has had to be turned on by a system administrator. Possible grammar corrections will be underlined in blue. Right-clicking on it will launch a spelling and grammar menu at the top-right corner of Google Docs, where users can choose to accept or ignore suggestions.

This is the 18,000mAh battery phone you probably didn’t ask for

February 28, 2019

But is it just a novelty item, or would it be a viable smartphone for everyday users? Side by side: Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus and Energizer Power Max 18K Pop . The P18K Pop is 18mm thick, which makes it almost as fat as three iPhone Xs , news.com.au reported . During our hands-on time with the device the battery percentage didn't drop at all, despite us fiddling around with settings and playing with the camera.

Looks like the OnePlus 7 won't have wireless charging

February 27, 2019

And, the device is considered to be costing more than the current OnePlus devices' pricing ($200-300$ more approximately). Well, this has to be taken with a pinch of salt - the OnePlus 7 will not be coming with wireless charging and will be featuring the regular fast/dash/warp charge for this years' OnePlus devices as well, according to Pete Lau .

Sprint 5G coming in May, Google Fi will get support too

February 27, 2019

Sprint CEO Michel Combes announced the May timing for Sprint's 5G rollout at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, claiming that Sprint plans to be the "first real mobile 5G in the US with real devices with real coverage". "With 5G, we look forward to giving Sprint customers even greater experiences from gaming and entertainment services, to IoT and business applications".

Microsoft could be preparing for Xbox games to run natively on PC

February 27, 2019

This prompted a trio of Twitter users to dig a bit deeper and what they uncovered looks to be a major step forward for Microsoft's gaming ambitions. This will allow PCs to read the Xbox file format, meanwhile steps have been taken to allow PC users to download from Xbox servers. Durango was the codename for Xbox One.

Rumor: Cuphead Coming to Switch in Microsoft Partnership

February 27, 2019

This all comes only months after Xbox head Phil Spencer said that Microsoft intends to bring Xbox Game Pass to "every device" , though at the time most were speculating Spencer was referring to mobile devices rather than other, non-Microsoft consoles like the Switch.

Qualcomm rolls out 5G chips for cars, PCs and home broadband

February 27, 2019

At Mobile World Congress , Qualcomm Technologies, Inc ., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, announced the Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile Platform with 5G integrated into a System-on-Chip (SoC). 5G is expected to benefit not only mobile networks but also VR and AR with the increased bandwidth. On February 19, 2019, the Company introduced its second generation 5G modem, Snapdragon X55 , along with its second generation of 5G RFFE solutions.

HTC Now Banks On 5G Hub After Struggling With Smartphones

February 27, 2019

The HTC 5GB Hub also features both a gigabit Ethernet port and a 5-inch HD touchscreen. We don't have any pricing estimates - it might be mostly bundled in service contracts - but we hear the HTC 5G Hub will become available during H1 this year.

Hotter Volkswagen T-Roc R SUV revealed

February 27, 2019

Power comes from a turbocharged, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine tuned to deliver approximately 300 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque to the four wheels through a dual-clutch automatic transmission, and Volkswagen's 4Motion all-wheel drive system.

Everything you know about the Huawei P30 Pro could be wrong

February 27, 2019

For ports , the new and old MateBook X Pro pack the same assortment: dual USB Type-C ports (with one providing Thunderbolt 3 speeds); a boxy, traditional USB 3.0 port; and a headphone jack. Battery-wise we're talking 57.4 Wh, which Huawei says will last you 13 hours of video use, 14 hours of office work, and 12 hours web browsing. The new Matebook X Pro looks pretty much identical to the one that launched previous year except for the fact that the logo isn't Huawei's full logo ...

Resident Evil Series Has Sold Over 90 Million Units Worldwide

February 27, 2019

The official Twitter account noted all three will appear in the eShop on that day, though preorders will open on February 28, 2019. Following the success of Resident Evil 2 Remake , Capcom is releasing three classic Resident Evil titles as digital downloads on the Nintendo eShop on May 21.

Fortnite Season 8 start date CONFIRMED as Epic teaser promises bananas

February 27, 2019

Those who do so, get the Season 8 Battle Pass for free . We'll have to wait and see. We'd love to give you more info on what this actually means, but Epic Games simply used " bananas " to sum up the upcoming season in one word. During January revenues fell 48% month-on-month, which sounds like an bad lot. Or maybe that's Epic Games' version of a dragon, really anything could happen.

Blizzard Unveils New Overwatch Hero Baptiste

February 27, 2019

Baptiste moves around the battlefield with Exo Boots, jumping over obstacles and clearing distances that would stop other heroes. For now, Blizzard says Baptiste is "coming soon". Blizzard's competitive arena shooter is still going strong, despite strong opposition like Apex Legends, thanks to a steady roll-out of new heroes to play with.

MicroSD Express integrates PCIe and NVMe for up to 985MB/s

February 26, 2019

Still, watch out for microSD cards with the Express logo in the near future. "microSD Express gives the mobile industry a compelling new choice to equip mobile devices with removable SSDs", said SDA President Hiroyuki Sakamoto. As well as the performance benefits, microSD Express should mean energy consumption is reduced - they have the same maximum consumed power levels but can complete transfers much faster.

Artificial Tears Market Production Volume, Growth rate and Future Opportunities from 2018

February 26, 2019

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Sony taps into cinematic screens for new wide-angle smartphone

February 26, 2019

Sony wants to make sure you get the most out of the extra display real estate and has added a new feature to Side Sense. And the Xperia 1 feels behind already. Its battery is a bit bigger at 3,000mAh with support for USB Power Delivery. It swaps the Snapdragon 630 for the Snapdragon 636 which is paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage.

Intel can’t keep up: Apple will not launch 5G iPhone this year

February 26, 2019

On Friday, the 22nd of February, 2019, the executives of Intel Corp. said that their 5G modem chips would not be appearing in the mobile phones until 2020, triggering question whether its biggest customer, Apple Inc., would be as little as one year behind its rivals on delivering a next-gen technology into their devices .

"Samsung Galaxy A50 & A30 Announced with 6.4" Display & In-display FPS

February 26, 2019

After weeks of rumors and leaked pictures, the refreshed Galaxy A series by Samsung was teased on a Samsung India microsite . It also said that Samsung Galaxy A phones will start at Rs 10,000 and go up to Rs 50,000. As usual, the Android 9 Pie update to the Galaxy S8 includes a host of new Android updates as well as Samsung's new design aesthetic and features baked into One UI.

Huawei's Mate X Does Indeed Fold, is Kinda Cool Too

February 26, 2019

The Mate X is set to rival Samsung's Galaxy Fold , as the kind of unattainable, expensive, and for the time being, hands-off device that is all about showing off. A 4,500mAh battery and 5G connectivity are standard, the latter provided by a modem developed in-house called Baolong 5000 that the company says is faster than Qualcomm's alternative.

Nokia 9 PureView released - Meet the new Nokia smartphone with five cameras

February 26, 2019

It remains to be seen whether the Nokia 9 PureView will be able to live up to the hype. An HDR image is always created by combining all the digital images the multiple lenses have captured. The Galaxy Fold has a huge swooping notch in the upper right corner to accommodate two cameras on that inside display. Nokia's also working with Google to integrate a dedicated Google Assistant button on the side of the phone, allowing owners to quickly check their Google Feed or activate ...

Here's what parents need to know about YouTube's pedophile problem

February 26, 2019

YouTube derives most of its revenue from advertising, and it has been one of Google's fastest-growing units as consumers spend an increasing amount of time watching videos online. What do you make of Epic Games pulling advertising from YouTube? Numerous videos have been seen by hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of viewers, and they have hundreds of comments .

Microsoft's HoloLens 2 features double the field-of-view

February 25, 2019

The HoloLens 2 headset itself is made of a light carbon-fiber material and Microsoft also added new hardware that is supposed to allow for most people to put it on without having to readjust it. In a stage demo, we saw someone playing a virtual piano. Microsoft says HoloLens 2 is set to launch later this year for $3,500 Dollars (approximately $4,597 CAD).

Xiaomi officially joins the 5G party with Mi Mix 3 5G

February 25, 2019

Xiaomi has upgraded the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 to its successor Snapdragon 855. " Xiaomi has spent tremendous efforts developing a 5G smartphone solution and Mi MIX 3 5G represents Xiaomi's quest to create innovative products for everyone", said Wang Xiang, senior vice president of Xiaomi .

OPPO’s Foldable Smartphone Looks Like Huawei Mate X Rip Off

February 25, 2019

The Galaxy Fold is not a phone for everyone. Are foldable smartphones becoming the way of the future? Mate X's outward-folding design also leaves the device always at risk of getting scratches. It will retail for 2,299 euros (2,607 US dollars) and is expected to be available to the public "by the summer". The smartphone runs on an octa-core Exynos 9820 chipset paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage which is expandable to up to 512GB via microSD card.

New Video Shows the Galaxy Fold Like You've Never Seen It Before

February 25, 2019

Not only does it have the same outside fold, but it uses the same wedge-like sidebar/handle on one side of the device which houses the cameras, ports, power button, and cameras - just like the Mate X . The right side of the device has a thicker grip section which houses its cameras, a fingerprint sensor, and various buttons. It also seemed that the hinge locked into place via some sort of magnetic system, as that's what it sounded like when unfolding the phone.

MWC 2019: Google Assistant Button Coming to Phones from LG, Nokia, Xiaomi

February 25, 2019

If that sounds familiar, then it's likely because that's a similar premise to how Google Assistant worked in Allo , Google's first messaging app to include its assistant. The company is launching voice typing on KaiOS , a mobile operating system designed for feature phones and cheaper devices in emerging markets . Pressing a button on the phone activates a mode that lets you dictate words in a text field on the screen.

LG announces G8 ThinQ and dual-screen V50 ThinQ 5G

February 25, 2019

As soon as we have that information, we'll let you know and update this post. What's the LG V50's price , when will it be released, and when can you buy it? The precise release date may vary by region depending on 5G availability. The triple camera module of the phone includes an f/1.5 aperture 12-megapixel primary sensor, a 12-megapixel telephoto lens with f/2.4 aperture and f/1.9 aperture 16-megapixel ultra wide-angle lens.

Flagship Sony Xperia 1 (XZ4) leaks: three cameras, big display, purple model

February 25, 2019

The handset will sport a dual 12-MP + 8-MP camera setup at the rear with double optical zoom and bokeh effects. Sony's official announcement is scheduled for February 25th. The camera is expected to support other features such as super slow- motion video too. Single 8MP front camera . The Xperia L3 is the lowest end (and most affordable) model of the bunch.

This is Huawei’s €2300 Folding Phone, the Huawei Mate X

February 25, 2019

First of all, it's the giant 8-inch AMOLED screen. There's also a 6.38-inch back display with a 25:9 aspect ratio. Speaking about the soon-to-be-available Galaxy S10 , Tarek Sabbagh, Head of IT and Mobile (IM) Division at Samsung Electronics Gulf said: "Our consumers are always looking to own the latest technology with high standard of innovation".

Nike pushes firmware update that bricks $350 sneakers

February 24, 2019

The app required a firmware update in its first week, and this update may have triggered the issue with the sneakers. And while this doesn't seem to have affected the iOS app , the update has caused some big problems on Android. But, one user told Deadspin it happened to them even on iOS. Nike has been made aware of the troubles and in a statement to Business Insider , the sneaker manufacturer confirmed that this was an isolated connectivity issue which will be rectified for users ...

Nokia 9 PureView announced with 5 cameras and ZEISS lens

February 24, 2019

However, prior to that, the Nokia 9 PureView has popped on the e-commerce site JD.com, spilling the beans over its specifications and other details. As you can see, this phone's signature feature is the camera. The Nokia 9 PureView screen also features an integrated fingerprint sensor, with security features further complemented by advanced biometric face unlock technology.

Xiaomi Mi 9 is coming to Europe at a seriously competitive price

February 24, 2019

Unfortunately, there's no word on the dimensions and weight of the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 5G , which makes us a little anxious. This means aside from the new chipset and 5G support, the Mi Mix 3 5G has the same hardware as of the original Mi Mix 3 that debuted in China back in October a year ago.

Oppo shows of futuristic periscope camera module with 10x optical zoom

February 24, 2019

Notably, both the 48-megapixel primary camera and the telephoto sensor are equipped with Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS). By switching between these three cameras, Oppo provides for a full 10x range of lossless zoom with variable focal length from 16mm - 160mm.

First Glimpse of Huawei Mate X

February 24, 2019

Unfortunately for Huawei , their Mate X Foldable has leaked at the last second through (presumably a construction worker onsite) Slashleaks . Slashleaks tracked the image's source down to a post on Hupu by user POKERTEA. With this setup, the z-height of the camera module is clearly less of a concern, which might enable Huawei to ship something with a nice lens setup. Huawei is at the annual mobile trade show in Barcelona to show off what it's been working on lately .

Samsung foldable smartphone is called the Samsung Galaxy Fold

February 23, 2019

The smartphone will bear a dual-camera setup at the back. Rumours indicate that since Samsung is using an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor unlike the optical one used in current Android smartphones, the feature won't work with screen guards.

Fortnite will give out $100 million in prize money in 2019

February 23, 2019

Each of the players who take part are guaranteed at least $50,000 (£38,380.75) in winnings. Epic games - the software developer behind the battle royale game - has announced its " Fortnite World Cup ". Again, Epic is promising to open up these tournaments to better serve a variety of playstyles, with different modes and formats to be revealed in the coming weeks.

New HTC Vive Cosmos VR controllers teased in new video

February 23, 2019

The controllers also use ultrasound for its 6DoF support, and that should also allow for VR developers to have an easier time porting PC versions of their games to the new headset. In most of those markets, an enterprise license will be included. The VR headset runs on the company's Vive Wave platform and users can download apps and other content from the Viveport store.

Eye-catching or a new gimmick — Samsung Galaxy Fold

February 23, 2019

The latest device to do this is the unannounced Huawei Mate X . In this case, a triple-camera setup that will presumably match that of the Huawei Mate 20 Pro . But, to use it as a phone, the user can fold it from the center, and that's it. Considering the leaked image, the Huawei Mate X has a different approach compared to the Samsung Galaxy Fold .

Specifications leak for rumored mid-range GeForce GTX 1650

February 23, 2019

New rumors indicate that Nvidia is continuing to build out the lower end of the Turing product stack, with the GTX 1650 on the horizon. While that's going on, you'll find that you've payed around $279 for the auto - which is pretty gosh-darned reasonable for a brand new GPU .

Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass could come to Nintendo Switch consoles this year

February 23, 2019

GI's Imran Khan reported on the aforementioned video and stated in his article that "In talking with our own sources , it has been suggested that the announcement of Game Pass on Switch could come as soon as this year". Nintendo and Microsoft have an existing partnership, thanks to Minecraft's cross-platform play. One among manyAdd it all together, and you can paint a picture of a Microsoft that is less interested in continuing to fight another battle in the traditional ...

Razer Smartphone Future In Doubt Following Razer Phone 3 Canceled Claim

February 22, 2019

Razer's responding statement doesn't specifically comment on the future of the Razer Phone 3, but confirms that the cuts did happen and that the Razer Phone 2 will continue to be updated and supported for a while. An insider tip claims that the company has laid off the majority of its employees working on mobile devices and hardware engineering. Razer unveiled the Razer Phone 2 in October past year with mostly specs upgrades such as IP67 water/dust resistance, OIS for the ...

Fortnite bug might have just revealed new Season 8 map

February 22, 2019

The Season 7 Battle Pass is no longer offering any new weekly challenges and gamers are waiting for the arrival of new season content in two weeks. However, while it sounds like a great deal, players will need to earn the right to a pass without spending V-Bucks.

PUBG Zombie Mode: Here Are a Few Tips & Tricks to Survive Longer

February 22, 2019

Along with the cross-over event, the update also added moonlight to Vikendi, and some of the houses on the map have been redesigned. A new event mode is here for a limited time only. - Fixed terrain display bugs for budget devices. Shadows can now be disabled under settings to reduce battery usage and heat. The new Zombie: Survive Till Dawn mode in PUBG Mobile is definitely the most significant addition in the recent v0.11.0 update, but that doesn't mean there aren't a few other features ...

Epic Games confirms they will be suing 'Fortnite Live' festival organizers

February 22, 2019

American firm Epic Games confirmed it had "issued a claim against the organisers" in London's High Court. While I'm no expert, I'd expect this legal threat from a multi-billion-dollar corporate giant might throw a spanner in the works for Exciting Events .

What are Android Go apps?

February 22, 2019

Facebook on Wednesday released new location controls for Android that lets users limit location data collection. For Android users , Facebook is sending out alerts to anyone that's agreed to share location data in the past. This keeps apps, like Facebook, constantly informed about your location data if your location settings are on. Facebook isn't changing any settings by default.

Mercedes-Benz SL roadsters get Grand Edition treatment

February 22, 2019

The latter will be available on the Mercedes-AMG SLC 43. Hopefully by the time these SLC Final Edition models go on sale in 2020, we'll know more about what could be in store next. Matte black 5-spoke AMG light-alloy 18-inch wheels with yellow rim flange and tires of size 235/40 R 18 at the front and 255/35 R 18 at the rear further underscore the sporty character of the roadster.

Android Users Can Now Stop Facebook From Tracking Their Location

February 21, 2019

Facebook is updating its Android and iOS app to offer users increased control over location tracking. However, Facebook will alert people who did opt in sometime in the past to give the settings a quick look to see if they want to change anything.

Is Google About to Get Serious About Gaming?

February 21, 2019

Included with the Google GDC invite is an animated GIF of a dark hallway with a bright light at the end. General meditations surrounding the upcoming announcement are centered around the old "Yeti" rumors surrounding a Google-provided game streaming subscription service with its own hardware, as well as Google's Project Stream Chrome-based game streaming tests which concluded successfully last month .

Google’s Nest hub has a microphone it forgot to mention

February 21, 2019

This has cast doubt on what Google meant to do with the microphone in the first place and whether or not it was added as a real security feature or as an excuse to collect voice and advertising-related data . On social media, users shared the concern. The Electronic Frontier Foundation shared its reaction via a tweet : "No product should ever come with a secret microphone , regardless of whether or not it's enabled".

Epic Games yanks Fortnite ads from YouTube over child-predator controversy

February 21, 2019

Among those bailing out are food and drink multinational Nestle as well as U.S. software developer Epic Games , producer of the viral hit Fortnite and owned by China's Tencent. McDonald's also has pulled YouTube ad spending, according to a Wall Street Journal report . "Over the past 48 hours I have discovered a wormhole into a soft-core pedophilia ring on Youtube", Watson wrote in the description of the video, which has already racked up almost 2 million views.

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