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Classic Spongebob Game Battle For Bikini Bottom Is Getting Remade

June 06, 2019

Spongebob will return to PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. It was the GameCube/PS2/Xbox era for those of you young'uns who weren't gaming back then - blimey, is SpongeBob really that old!? It received a mixed to positive critical reception but obviously sold by the truckload, entering the Player's Choice range on GameCube as well as the corresponding big seller budget lines on the other consoles.

Bungie to reveal Destiny 2: Shadowkeep today - watch the livestream here

June 06, 2019

For more on " Destiny 2 ", Bungie is holding a stream at 10 a.m. PT on Thursday called "The Next Chapter for Destiny 2" which will air on Twitch . It looks like Bungie won't have many surprises left when they have their livestream at 6pm tonight, Shadowkeep has leaked along with the news the game is going to be on Google Stadia .

Google Stadia launches in November but pricing sounds like a mess

June 06, 2019

Their intention is to build a completely hardware agnostic gaming platform that can be accessed nearly instantly from nearly any device with a screen, whether it's a TV, mobile phone, tablet, or computer. Google Stadia will require a solid Internet connection, with a minimum of 10mbps in download/1mbp in upload to access the service, and a 35 Mbps download speed to experience it in 4K.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Renders Leaked

June 06, 2019

Not a horizontal arrangement like on the Galaxy S10 . The SIM tray will be on the top and there might be an IR blaster along with it. There's no sign of a headphone jack or a Bixby button, but there are some buttons, which one questionable rumor suggested there might not be - though it's possible that this "feature" would be reserved for the rumored Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Pro .

Nokia 2.2 renders leak ahead of expected launch today

June 06, 2019

The modest Helio A22 powers the Nokia 2 .2 and it features a 13-megapixel camera for capturing better shots in dim-light conditions. Currently, the smartphone runs Android 9 Pie out of the box and HMD Global proudly claims that it will be the most affordable smartphone to get Android Q and probably the only smartphone in this segment to get a timely update .

Apple isn't acting subtle about the (still rumored) looming death of iTunes

June 06, 2019

Probably . Apple hasn't confirmed the unsupported claim, but it's definitely acting like a company that's about the let the sun set on an 18-year-old brand. Beyond the new app strategy, Apple added several new features to its key operating systems. iOS 13 , which powers the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, added a new Dark Mode.

What’s new in the Android Q Beta 4 update

June 06, 2019

Notably, Android Q Beta 4 is causing some Pixel devices to enter a bootloop, but users report that a factory reset resolves the issue - more on this later. While there aren't many new features detailed for the latest Android Q beta instalment, it does bring the final APIs to set developers in motion.

Google's Stadia Event Will Announce Pricing And Launch Details This Week

June 06, 2019

Given that the stream is taking place this week of all weeks, it's likely Stadia will go big with whatever news they have to offer, so let's hear some prices. According to Google, Stadia is capable of streaming games in 4K at 60 frames per second. The games are powered by Google's high-performance computers, which then stream the images to the web browser in a similar way Netflix streams videos.

You might have missed the most promising new feature of iOS 13

June 06, 2019

However, we have the feeling that numerous most popular apps will jump on the bandwagon right away and should be available when iOS 13 launches in the Fall. With a whole lot of fanfare, Apple in 2015 introduced 3D Touch to the world and positioned it as one of the flagship features of the iPhone 6s .

Asus Barred from Selling Products Under ZEN and ZENFONE Trademarks in India

June 06, 2019

The company said it has been in the mobile phone and accessories business since 2009 (as listed on its website) while Asus only started selling smartphones under the Zenfone name from 2014. The company sells feature phones as well as entry-level smartphones under this brand name and has claimed that the use of a similar branding by a competitor is damaging.

Google Maps gets on-screen speed display in navigation mode

June 06, 2019

Google Maps users will now see bus travel times from live traffic across 10 major Indian cities as well as get live train status for Indian Railways trains on the platform. Not only that, but Google has also added auto-rickshaws which are a popular means of transport in India. Search for your starting location and destination, or your starting station and destination to see a list of trains that you can take between the routes.

Sony Planning PS5 Cross-Gen Play, Seamless Transition To Next-Gen

June 06, 2019

Share play also won't be possible with anyone who didn't make the cut. Additionally, the app can transcribe the incoming chat audio from your friends. For those in the USA, testers will be able to try out the chat transcription feature which will be available through Party and on the PS4 Second Screen app.

Iceborne shows new monsters and narrative in new Story Trailer

June 06, 2019

This seems to be the point of Iceborne , which transports players to the Tundra, complete with bad ice born beasts and new weapons to get to grips with in order to defeat them. Shrieking Legiana, a newly discovered extreme variant of Legiana from Monster Hunter: World , is covered in a white frost which it uses to freeze the air around it and ferociously attack hunters.

Samsung, AMD sign strategic partnership

June 06, 2019

Samsung has relied on ARM's Mali GPUs from the beginning, and with the likes of MediaTek and HiSilcion also using the same cores, there's little to differentiate Exynos chipsets in this area. The deal represents another win for AMD after the company company's chips were recently chosen to power Sony's next generation PlayStation gaming console.

Amazon just got FAA approval to fly drones for deliveries

June 06, 2019

The new drones are also created to be stable even in gusty wind conditions, Wilke added. Amazon says it will be able to deliver packages "within months". The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a certificate to Amazon Prime Air on Wednesday, allowing the company to operate its MK27 unmanned aircraft for package deliveries, the federal agency said in a statement.

Older Windows Versions Have Critical Vulnerability

June 06, 2019

The company said that an exploit exists for the vulnerability and almost one million computers connected directly to the internet at risk. However, the company released a fix two weeks ago and released it along with Windows 10 update. The basic suggestion is that customers should update their Windows as quickly as possible to prevent any attacks. The May 2019 Update for Windows 10 comprises a novel Windows 10 light theme, together with a Windows sandbox functionality, Kaomoji support, and ...

Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato concept unveiled

June 06, 2019

Based on the Huracan Evo , the Sterrato (Italian for "dirt") gets some of the Urus' expertise and features plenty of upgrades, all of which make it an off-road ready supercar. Navigating in low-light conditions won't be a problem either thanks to the LED bumper lights with flood function and the roof-mounted LED light bar. Neither vehicle competed in any racing at the time; this brand new Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato will likely be the same too.

IPadOS: Apple iPad gets its own operating system

June 06, 2019

This is the iPad Pro working with a Bluetooth mouse. Apple has mostly aligned its operating system monikers with its hardware lines; if consistency mattered most, the company would now change iOS's name back to iPhone OS, which is what it was called until 2010.

Fortnite Fortbyte 91: hidden within Loading Screen 4 location

June 05, 2019

In order to find them, players need to solve a clue which will give away its location. Where is Fortbyte 91 in Fortnite? Yes, the Battle Royale portion of Fortnite is free to play. Even if it's not related, something is clearly coming, as Epic has done plenty of map evolutions over the years through major in-game events involving things like comets, rifts, giant purple cubes, and more.

Nokia 3 finally picks up Android 9 Pie update

June 05, 2019

To recall, the Nokia 3 was launched back in the year 2017 with Android Nougat operating system. The budget smartphone was launched back in 2017 and has received a stable Android Pie update nearly after two years of its official launch.

Microsoft Showcases Surface Dual-Screen Device at Internal Hands-On Event

June 05, 2019

The video was so popular, The Verge claims, that employees formed "long lines" just to get a glimpse of it. Microsoft's plan to launch a dual-screen laptop is not exactly new. Microsoft may suffer the same fate, even if the design and tech specs are exceptional. The report also noted that the company plans to unveil more details about xCloud and public trials at the company's 2019 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) event on Sunday, June 9.

Spotify's experimental Stations app is now available in the US

June 05, 2019

Spotify is one of the most popular music-streaming platforms around, and while its main app is great for music lovers who like to amass a library of go-to songs and artists and download entire playlists for offline playback, it's a bit much for casual listeners that simply want to pick a genre and get a radio-like experience.

Samsung Galaxy Xcover 4S specs and renders surface

June 05, 2019

The company has scheduled exclusive previews of the Galaxy A80 across the cities of Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad on June 8, while the previews in Bangalore and Kolkata will be held on June 9. "The Galaxy Home speaker, which will be the centre of Samsung's home appliances, is planned to be launched in mid-second half of the year", he said.

ITunes will stay on Windows despite Apple killing off the macOS version

June 05, 2019

A system-wide Dark Mode has arrived on iOS 13 . Splitting the app up should help it load faster, run more smoothly and be better focused on individual tasks. After 18 years, Apple is finally getting ready to kill off iTunes for good. New screen savers on the Apple TV will take users under the sea. The next version of macOS is named Catalina, after the tiny island off the coast of Los Angeles.

Twitter acquires startup to spot network manipulation

June 05, 2019

Twitter says , " Graph deep learning is a novel method for applying powerful ML techniques to network-structured data". With this acquisition , Twitter aims to use Fabula's capabilities to better identify bad actors and malicious behavior on the platform, in addition to enhancing its recommendations processes.

Pokemon Sword And Shield Will Be Available In A Double Pack

June 05, 2019

It's very Zelda: Breath of the Wild-esque, with sweeping plains and wide open landscape, like the moorlands of the British Isles. Gossifleur is a new flowering Pokemon who favors places with clean air and water, and whose pollen has healing properties.

Sony is drastically improving PS4 party chat soon

June 05, 2019

The main improvements will be made to the Party function, as Sony increases party size from eight users to 16, improves audio quality for voice chat and beefs up network connectivity. the ability for PS4 and PS5 users to play multiplayer games online together) is something that Sony has touted before, and Ryan's comments seem to guarantee the feature as a sure-fire thing for its next-gen console.

Now, you can track live train status on Google Maps

June 05, 2019

Now, users can see a list of trains that they take between the routes. Similar to this, the company has also added a feature for train journeys, which shows real-time train running status. They can also see the rickshaw meter estimate, and departure times for their transit connection. "This feature will be available for Delhi and Bangalore initially before rolling out to more cities later", said Google in a release.

Apple unveils long-awaited iPhone feature - so what is Dark Mode?

June 05, 2019

And yes, it's just Apple TV for both movies and TV shows; there isn't an Apple Movies app. Benefits include increased privacy, while also being able to hide your email address from the app or page in question - so all emails from it are sent to a randomly generated dummy email which forwards to your real one until you tell it not to.

Watch Dogs Legion leaks out, is set in post-Brexit London

June 05, 2019

Captured by Twitter user Wario64, the listing actually contains some revealing details: it'll be set in a "post-Brexit" dystopian London, and not only that, all NPCs will be playable. Elsewhere, the listing informs that you can "play as anyone". The long-awaited third chapter in the Watch Dogs series from Ubisoft, which is dropping the number from the end of its title and going in a more biblical direction.

Apple Unveils the New Mac Pro at WWDC 2019; Starts at $5999

June 04, 2019

Paired high-end GPUs also provide a combined 128 GB of HBM2 memory. In the new Mac Pro there are a whole bunch of expansion ports for adding various devices. This is coupled with a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, matching a Sony reference monitor. The display can be setup in both landscape and portrait mode. It's not clear how pricing will break down for various configurations of Mac Pro .

This is the biggest Galaxy Note 10 leak so far

June 04, 2019

Check out Samsung's Galaxy Day page on its United States website for more details on the deals and to purchase the Galaxy S10 or Galaxy Note 9. It will be featuring a 6.28-inch display and triple rear cameras. Those rumors are now confirmed because an SM-N976V headed for Verizon and an SM-N976B headed for Telstra in Australia were just spotted on Geekbench .

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Will Not Have Zombies

June 04, 2019

Infinity Ward released a short announcement trailer for the upcoming game. The PlayStation Store's game listing shows that Modern Warfare's multiplayer mode will feature a 20-player mode, while past games were capped at 18 players.

MacOS 10.15 throws out iTunes in favor of three dedicated apps

June 04, 2019

Also, Apple iOS developers will be able to customize their apps for Dark Mode through Apple's newly announced framework, SwiftUI. It looks great, but one wonders how it took this long to arrive. This could be huge, and whether it'll lead to being able to extend the device's storage could be an interesting notion. What devices can run iOS 13? Among the eye-catching improvements: iPads can now read external USB drives directly in the Files app .

OnePlus 7 goes on sale today at 12 pm on Amazon India

June 04, 2019

It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processors and run on Android 9 Pie operating system. The OnePlus 7 has made its debut in India and the company has announced its price. The panel is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 6. OnePlus 7 also keeps the old Fast Charging solution seen in the OnePlus 6T , not the new 30W Warp Charge seen on the OnePlus 7 Pro.

Apple Announces New Apple Music App, Replacing iTunes

June 04, 2019

This means if you wish to try iOS 13 beta on your iPhone , you will have to connect it to your Mac and then use iTunes to install the beta. If you prefer not to use your real email, Apple can create a uniquely generated email for that account, and any messages you receive from it are forwarded to your real email address.

You can now play Smash Bros Ultimate in VR… kinda

June 04, 2019

You can sort of play Smash Bros Ultimate in VR as of today...but only a small portion of the game. Apparently, gamers could now send their Amiibo characters off to "journeys to train". If you're hoping to check out more specific Super Mario Maker 2 footage, our very own (and very lovely) Alex Olney has captured some very particular points of interest.

Pokémon GO discontinuing support for Apple Watch next month

June 04, 2019

Why, you ask, are they ceasing the support for smart-watch worn by millions? The change will go live on July 1 , which means Apple Watch users have one last month to make use of the accessibility their watches give them. Adventure Sync integrates with Apple Health and Google Fit, capturing their activity data. The game then uses this data to track the players distance traveled and use them in game.

The App Store is coming to the Apple Watch

June 04, 2019

The app is similar to third-party menstrual tracking apps, like Clue and Maya, but Apple's will be pre-installed on all watches and will also be available as part of the Health app on iPhones. However, this kind of technology doesn't come without issues; for example, popular fertility tracking app Natural Cycles , which is claimed to be able to plan and prevent pregnancy, has come under fire for allegedly leading to a number of unplanned pregnancies.

The Apple Xserve lives on (kinda) in the rack-mountable Mac Pro

June 04, 2019

And if you want to set the Mac Pro on the floor, but still be able to easily move the tower, you can attach optional wheels. There's a new Pro Display XDR with a matching holy design on back. That's with an 8-core Intel Xeon processor, 32 GB of RAM , AMD 580X Radeon Pro graphics , and a 256 GB solid state drive. One PCIe slot is reserved for a card featuring two USB-A ports and two Thunderbolt 3 ports.

Google to hold Stadia Connect live stream this week

June 04, 2019

Google Stadia Connect will debut on Thursday, June 6 . Google Stadia head Phil Harrison told Engadget earlier this year that the time is right for streaming because the infrastructure is finally ready. Stadia would have no console to limit ideas or where gamers can play. Google even has a little cute controller to go along with the service. The games are powered by Google's high-performance computers, which then stream the images to the web browser in a similar way Netflix streams ...

Square Enix's answer to 'Pokémon Go' is 'Dragon Quest Walk'

June 03, 2019

Do you like the sound of Dragon Quest Walk? The trailer doesn't show us any gameplay, but there are few screenshots to be found on Dragon Quest Walk's Japanese site . A story that develops as you walk. Needless to say, Dragon Quest Walk is free-to-play with microtransactions. The promotional video ends with the tagline, "All of Japan will become Dragon Quest ".

You can buy the Redmi K20 Pro in Malaysia

June 03, 2019

Mi fans! Here's a KNOCKOUT announcement! Xiaomi had unveiled its new Snapdragon 855 chipset powered Redmi K20 Pro alongside the regular Redmi K20 smartphone in China recently. All these specifications to come under a price point of less than Rs 26,000 (according to the base variant price in China) sure appears to promising.

Long Live the iPod Touch!

June 03, 2019

After all, surely the key point of an iPod is that it can store all the music you own? Not much has changed in terms of looks for the seventh-generation iPod touch when compared to the previous gen, the current model comes in a similar size, i.e., 4 inches and weighs 88 grams.

Samsung Galaxy M40 launching on June 11th in India

June 03, 2019

The new report by South Korean news organization Yonhap News, referred to by SamMobile , claims that while Samsung had set the launch of the Galaxy Fold in June in the after delaying its underlying introduction because of display issues, certain equipment changes are now liable to push the past timetable.

Target recalls 90,000 Lightning cables that cause burns

June 03, 2019

Target has announced the recall of the "HeyDay" 3-foot Lightning to USB-A Charging Cables, which were sold in Target department stores between June 2018 and January 2019. Two people suffered finger burns. So no matter how low your iPhone battery is, even if it's your only Lightning cable, don't use it. Though Target sells multiple varieties of the 3ft Heyday Lightning cables, it appears only the version with an iridescent purple, green, and blue design are impacted; they feature the model ...

Oppo demoes under-display front camera

June 03, 2019

In-display selfie cameras might be the holy grail right now, and Oppo has shown off a video demonstrating the tech on real-world hardware. The video clip of this technology was shared by Oppo's Vice President Brian Shen on Weibo , a Chinese microblogging platform, without much details.

New Google Play policies will hopefully make apps safer for kids

June 03, 2019

Apps geared towards kids must have appropriate advertisements from ad networks certified by Google as compliant with its policies. Google has no intention of removing these apps from the Play Store, but they must now remove the shopping cart functionality.

Enhanced Classic Dungeons and Dragons PC Titles Announced for Consoles

June 03, 2019

The enhanced editions of these games were previously brought to PC, but not without controversy. Each game will also be available to purchase for digital download individually upon release through the PlayStation®Store, Xbox Games Store and Nintendo eShop.

Apple is getting rid of iTunes after 18 years

June 03, 2019

The writing has been on the wall for iTunes for some time now. The move, which has been rumored for years now , will align Apple's media strategy across the board: iPhones and iPads already offer separate Music, TV and Podcast apps in lieu of the centralized iTunes app that lives on Macs and Macbooks.

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