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Huawei Announces New File System for Its Smartphones

July 20, 2019

The latest version of GPU Turbo is exclusively available on the Huawei P30 Pro as of now. Huawei has revealed that it will be rolling out EMUI 9 .1 update to its range of smartphones . "Furthermore, GPU Turbo 3 .0 supports number of Android game titles which are optimised for it", added Huawei. The Highlight videos are automatically edited with dramatic filters and give you the option to apply special speed effects and unique background music.

Nokia to soon launch Android-powered feature phone

July 20, 2019

However, it appears that Google wants more than just stakes in another company and thus it has decided to make its own version of Android apt for feature devices. At the bottom, there are three options provided: Alers, Select, and Settings. The phone itself looks a lot like a feature phone Nokia released back in 2014.

Instagram has new rules for removing accounts

July 20, 2019

Whilst users from around the world are protesting against Instagram blocking their accounts for "no apparent reason" citing "policy violations", the photo-messaging platform has now chose to warn users when their account is going to being deleted.

Huawei says its homegrown Hongmeng OS is not designed for smartphones

July 20, 2019

The company's senior Vice President Catherine Chen confirmed the above statement, and, as usual, reiterated the fact that Huawei intends to continue to use Google's Android operating system for its smartphones. At that time, it was also suggested - based on the information obtained from United Nations World Intellectual Property Organisation (WPIO) - that Huawei planned to use its operating system in multiple devices, ranging from smartphones and portable computers to robots and auto ...

Mi A3 roll-out in Asia begins with Malaysia on July 31

July 20, 2019

The front camera gets a hefty boost with a 32MP "selfie" camera added on. The Mi A3 is Xiaomi's third generation of Android One smartphones and while the Mi A1 and Mi A2 (read our Mi A2 review here ) have been a class act when it comes to value for money smartphones that pack a punch.

Id Software studio director Tim Willits to depart company after QuakeCon 2019

July 20, 2019

Tim revealed this news on Twitter , with some accompanying words about his future plans. Willits joined id Software back in 1995, after impressing the owners and development team with Doom levels he had created in his own spare time.

Slack resets passwords for 1% of its users because of 2015 hack

July 20, 2019

Slack explained that it reset account passwords for 1% of its users. Now it's Slack's turn to play victim to a security breach, as the company has announced that it is resetting the password of as many as 65 000 users ( according to ZDNet ).

GTA Online's casino is finally opening after more than five years

July 19, 2019

Players can gamble against the house in three card poker, blackjack or roulette. The update is about the opening of the Diamond Casino & Resort in Los Santos. As an owner, you can select the Penthouse's color palette and patterns, and cement a place among the LS nouveau riche with a range of modern art from the Casino Store - from refined portraiture to pop art and daring modern sculpture - that can all be moved and placed around your property.

Instagram will now warn you before disabling your account

July 19, 2019

In addition to removing accounts that contain a "certain percentage" of violating content, Instagram says it will also take into account how many violations occur within a given window of times. Instagram will notify users if their account may be removed. The update comes just days after a 21-year-old boy slashed the neck of a 19-year-old girl and openly posted pictures of her bloody body on Instagram, over which the platform received severe criticism.

Hongmeng OS is not for smartphones, Huawei VP confirms

July 19, 2019

Losing access to Android's vital parts would significantly hurt the company's growing phone business, and so there were lots of talks about an alternative OS the company has been working on. Hongmeng OS was often tipped to be a replacement of Android for Huaweis smartphones, but apparently, the company had other plans. Huawei founder and CEO Ren Zhengfei, for his part, pointed out in an interview that "it's not a hard task to come up with a new OS, but it's hard to build up an ecosystem ...

Here are some more new features in iOS 13 beta 4

July 19, 2019

Dummy models can be physical mockups based on descriptions from case manufacturers or rumoured dimensions, or they can be non-working prototypes presumably originating from Chinese manufacturing plants. While it's unclear as of yet where the dummy models have come from - they're nearly certainly not Apple sanctioned - the most likely source is case makers who have had mockups made in order to ensure that they have products ready for the new iPhones as soon as they launch.

YouTube Music’s latest feature plays to its strengths

July 19, 2019

YouTube Music also launched several new playlists catered for South African listeners across various genres, including Mzansi, SA House, Afrikaans, SA Gospel, and amaPiano. The coolest thing is, that when you switch from audio to video or vice versa in the middle of the song, it will jump to the corresponding point in the video mode.

Google Stadia controllers won't work with Bluetooth headsets at launch

July 19, 2019

The latter of which, we've previously been told, will include access to a selection of games, and we now know that'll be around one game a month. The first of those will be Destiny 2 , in case you were wondering. You'll see the UI in November, once we launch. Another question pressed the Shield TV point, but that also wasn't answered with any definitive confirmation, although it would seem likely.

Overwatch is introducing a role queue system

July 19, 2019

You can't talk about GOATS without talking about Brigitte and one would imagine that the introduction of Role Queue will mean some big changes for her and other heroes and tow the various role lines. So after playing some matches in each role, you'll actually get a sense of which role you're strongest in, which you're okay at, and which you should shy away from.

Key Specs Of Google Pixel 4 And Pixel 4 XL Revealed

July 19, 2019

Last month, Google officially showed off the design of the Pixel 4 by releasing a teaser on the Web. The Pixel 3 XL has a 2960 x 1440-pixel screen. Google went ahead by leaking the Pixel 4 and we can say it's the real thing. But if your cracked screen claim is approved, the deductible is just $19 for a Pixel 3a, $29 for a Pixel 3a XL, $39 for a Pixel 3 , and $49 for Pixel 3 XL.

Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3, New Characters and Upcoming Expansions

July 19, 2019

The Marvel Knights package specifically will be released on August 30th and will include Blade, Moon Knight, Punisher and Morbius , no date has been provided for the other two DLCs. About Marvel Entertainment: Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world's most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of more than 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media over eighty years.

The PC passes the PS4 to become Ubisoft's biggest earner

July 19, 2019

Additionally notably main the way in which, when it comes to platforms, is the PC, which accounted for 34 p.c of Ubisoft's web bookings for the quarter. The exclusivity deal with the Epic Games Store should likewise spark sales as gamers migrate over to uPlay and to avoid the controversial storefront-an unintended move that sees Ubisoft keeping 100% of all game sale revenues.

Samsung begins production of 12GB chip for 5G phones

July 19, 2019

Boasting more about the new LPDDR5 RAM, Samsung states that, "At a data rate of 5,500 megabits per second (Mb/s), the 12Gb LPDDR5 is approximately 1.3 times faster than previous mobile memory (LPDDR4X, 4266Mb/s) that is found in today's high-end smartphones".

PUBG Mobile Royale Pass Season 8 update released, brings aquatic fun

July 19, 2019

The update also adds a new HDR mode for select high-end devices, which the company claims will enable better graphics. Players who manage to complete all three of the daily missions can get a new set for 1,500 BP. Katie covers economy and community events for News Lair. If you haven't yet played the game, then you are surely missing out some serious entertainment.

Microsoft Xbox Gamescom 2019 Presence Confirmed, Here's What's Planned

July 19, 2019

AT&T and Microsoft already have joint enterprise solutions for networking, IoT and blockchain available in the market and expect to announce more services later this year. As for third-party titles, Borderlands 3 , which will be released three days after Gears 5 will also be playable at the Xbox booth, along with Doom Eternal , NBA 2K20 , and Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Breakpoint .

Agent Smith malware sneakily replaces all your apps

July 19, 2019

It then exploits known Android vulnerabilities and automatically replaces installed apps - such as WhatsApp - with malicious versions without users' knowledge or interaction, before showing fraudulent ads to the user, earning money for the criminals behind the operation.

Gears 5 Versus Multiplayer Tech Test is available to download now

July 19, 2019

There will be more than one of these, with the first set to begin later this week, on July 19 . It runs through July 21, with a second beta starting July 26 at 10 AM PT and ending on July 29. Check out the official Gears of War 5 multiplayer test FAQ here. It will also feature several multiplayer game modes, including Versus and Horde, and even a new cooperative mode, Escape, in which three players will cooperate to escape from a building invaded by a toxic cloud while facing enemies on ...

More Games Revealed For Xbox Game Pass

July 18, 2019

Lastly, on July 25th, For The King will join the PC subscription, though the game is already available on console. July's range of new Game Pass games are impressively diverse, from fighting games to strategy games. The Deals with Gold of the week will be active until July 23rd, while the offers of the Xbox Super Game Sales will remain in force for a further week and will end on July 29th .

Borderlands 3 cross-play won't be available at launch

July 18, 2019

Unfortunately, Borderlands 3 cross play won't be available at launch , and that's now confirmed . "Tomorrow's thing is awesome, but *not a href="https: //twitter .com/DuvalMagic/status/1150850085724573697" data-target="true" target="_blank" rel="noopener" *he said".

Tetris Effect is coming to PC with VR and 4K support

July 18, 2019

The game can be played normally or by using either HTC Vive or Oculus Rift . If you happen to not own a VR headset, the game will also be 4K compatible and feature uncapped framerates for a truly PC feel. and Resonair. Originally released on November 9, 2018 for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation VR, Tetris Effect earned heavy praise from fans and critics alike for its enthralling visuals and application of music to its gameplay.

'Smash Ultimate:' The Hero Could Release This Month

July 18, 2019

Evo 2019 will be held from August 2nd - 4th, with multiple streams for those not in attendance. Welcoming contestants from all over the world, Evo will be celebrating its 18th year in 2019 and its status as the location for the largest ever " Super Smash Bros ." tournament.

Google removes seven Russian stalking apps from Play Store

July 18, 2019

Best known for its popular free emoji keyboard app TouchPal (which has been installed over 100 million times historically), the Shanghai-based firm has ignored warnings from Google to continue its bad practices. The app descriptions position them as spying apps for employees and kids, as well as romantic partners, of course. The person can download the apps from the Google Play Store and install them on the target device.

LG unveils LG Pay in the US with LG G8 ThinQ

July 18, 2019

LG Pay is out in the US. Introduced in the United States, LG Pay is still limited to LG G8 ThinQ which wasn't a competitive smartphone to start with though. At launch LG managed to get a handful of supported banks and credit unions. For networks, G Pay supports Mastercard and Visa. As far as banks go, Chase, State Employees' Credit Union in North Carolina, PNC Bank, Regions, US Bank, and Virginia Credit Union are all onboard.

Celebrate World Emoji Day With 59 New Characters

July 18, 2019

A petition has been running since a year ago asking Apple to add a trans flag to the thousands of emoji that already exist, but unfortunately have not included it in their latest announcement. Different companies offer their own emoji, resulting in slightly different designs and, depending on platform, occasional confusion when one emoji looks substantially different on another platform.

Google employee who led protest against sexual harassment quits, here’s why

July 18, 2019

Whittaker did not respond to a request for comment, immediately. After this, Google confirmed this news to techcrunch . "Google will continue to work with policymakers, academics, the tech community and other leaders from across industries as we tackle these important issues, in addition to providing transparency into how we're putting our AI principles into action", she added.

Fortnite Update 9.40 Leak Reveals Some New Features Coming

July 18, 2019

The v9.40 update will arrive on PS4, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices tomorrow, July 17, and it looks set to introduce some new weapon variants to the battle royale shooter. The showdown will happen this Saturday, July 20 at 11 am PST. Now, after years of charging Founders for the privilege of playing, it appears Fortnite: Save the World is finally gearing up to go free.

Ubisoft reveals the 108 games available to Uplay+ subscribers

July 18, 2019

At E3 this year, Ubisoft announced that it was jumping on the subscription pass bandwagon , offering its own PC-centric service for Windows and Google's Stadia . Some now available popular titles include Far Cry New Dawn , Starlink: Battle for Atlas, and every game in the Assassin's Creed , Far Cry , and Prince of Persia franchises.

Here's a first look at the HONOR 9X with Kirin 810

July 18, 2019

Unlike their predecessors, the Honor 9X and 9X Pro will not have display notches. In terms of design, the renders seem to suggest both phones will have a metal frame in the middle with glass on both sides. However, since Honor has started teasing the device, the launch could take place pretty soon. The Antututu test also reveals us that Honor 9X and the 9X Pro will be powered by Kirin 810 SoCs, confirming the earlier rumors likewise the rear camera rumors have also been confirmed ...

Super Mario Maker 2 Nintendo Switch Version Game Free Full Download 2019

July 18, 2019

In addition to the game, the victor walks away with a Super Mario Maker hamper, including a nice drawing pad that'll let them sketch out and plan their own levels on paper before doing them in the game plus a pencil set to do draw with. At the Nintendo Gaming Lounge in the San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina, Nintendo is showcasing "Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield ", " Luigi's Mansion 3 ", " The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening ", " Super Mario Maker 2 ", " Marvel Ultimate Alliance ...

DJI's new Ronin-SC gimbal for mirrorless cameras sheds the weight

July 17, 2019

To further allow for portability, the SC can be taken apart to easily fit inside of backpacks and cases. It is 41 percent lighter than its predecessor, tipping the scales at just 2.4 pounds, making it easier to transport and also reducing arm fatigue during use.

Luigi's Mansion 3 will be available on October 31 for Switch

July 17, 2019

In a tweet from the official Nintendo of Europe Twitter account, Luigi's Mansion 3 has been confirmed to release on Halloween , October 31st. Players need to help Luigi to deal with the haunted hotel he finds himself in when he was trying to have a lovely relaxing holiday.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Might Be Powered By The Exynos 9825 Chipset

July 17, 2019

Less accurate light-based optical trackers were included in the previous watches like the Galaxy Watch Active and Galaxy Watch, thus we can say that it will not be the first time a Samsung smartwatch will include heart rate tracking. This brings us to Galaxy Club's discovery , a product listing for a Samsung EP-TA845 phone charger that supports 45W. It is expected Samsung will stick to tradition in this regard, although it is unknown if some models of the Note 10 will be fitted with ...

Google Maps just made bikesharing easier in these cities

July 17, 2019

On a similar issue, on December 2018, Google Maps gained a feature to direct users towards shared Lime scooters and bikes, the report said. And it's all happening in real-time. The feature has been tested in New York City for the previous year and now it's rolling out to 24 cities in 16 countries. All the bikesharing locations near you are displayed on the map.

The Xiaomi Mi A3 is official: Android One, 48MP camera, better processor

July 17, 2019

The new smartphone debuts as the company's latest Android One offering - with vanilla Android experience. Additionally, the report also claims that the phone has a 4GB RAM + 64GB storage version, and it supports microSD card expansion via a hybrid dual-SIM slot.

IWork, Office and Google Docs banned from German schools

July 17, 2019

Microsoft later stated that "administrators have a range of options to limit features that are enabled by sending data to Microsoft", but that it looks forward to "engaging further with the Commissioner on its questions and concerns related to Microsoft's offerings".

Google will kill AdSense app for iOS by end of 2019

July 17, 2019

Mobile gaming app downloads on Google Play in the second quarter were most active in India, Brazil, and the United States, data showed, while on iOS platform China, the USA, and Japan. The Search Menu page also there with the search results. Interestingly, the Dark Mode feature will be available for both, Android and iOS mobile platforms.

Respawn are matchmaking Apex Legends cheaters to fight each other

July 17, 2019

We'll have more Apex Legends news for you as it comes in. Sticking the offenders in a pool together. The new " Check-In ", posted to Reddit , but it shows some insights into the fact that what is done to check out individuals who are more interested in winning than actually playing the game.

Apple adding 59 new emojis to its keyboard

July 17, 2019

In the latest update to the emojis, the holding hand emoji that is primarily used to represent couples in a relationship will now allow users to select different combinations of skin tone and gender. Both these companies are introducing around 60 new emojis this year. The additions include a new guide dog, a prosthetic arm and leg, wheelchair options, an ear with a hearing aid, walking cane options, and signing options.

Official Nintendo document reveals cryptic "Nintendo Switch Do"

July 17, 2019

The original launch model Switch touted between two and half to six and a half hours of playtime. Obviously, there might be some other changes under the hood that Nintendo don't want to confuse consumers with, but we'll keep you posted. This is significantly longer than what Switch players are used to, as the console's battery approximately sits between the three and seven hour mark at present.

Super Monkey Ball Gets Announced For PC, Switch, PS4 And Xbox One

July 17, 2019

For many old-school gamers, Super Monkey Ball was notorious for being one of the most challenging puzzle platformers of all time. For the rest, we can only remind you that this new chapter of Super Monkey Ball will see the light on October 21 (date only confirmed for Japan ) for PC, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch .

Redmi K20, K20 Pro launch in India today: Livestream, expected price, specifications

July 17, 2019

Both smartphones come with a 6.39-inch AMOLED with an on-screen fingerprint sensor and a 4000 mAh battery . With HDR display and Widevine L1 support, the handsets support HDR streaming from Netflix and YouTube. It has a 32-megapixel pop-up selfie camera as well. It comes with 4000 mAh battery and 26W Sonic charger. Connectivity options on the K20 Pro include Dual 4G, VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, Global Positioning System and GLONASS.

Monster Hunter World Iceborne Dev Diary Reveals Glavenus

July 17, 2019

With a new expansion on the horizon, surely those experienced players will be taking a trip to the new icy environment. Just like with Tigrex , foreseeing Glavenus' inclusion in Iceborne wasn't too hard: not only did we see part of its body, but the sequence at the end of the previous trailer was a clear callback to the cutscene where it's introduced in Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate.

Amazon Prime Day 2019: Tuesday's best deals

July 17, 2019

In the United States, where Amazon has 300,000 workers - almost half of its global 630,000 workforce - much of the action focused on the Amazon warehouse in Shakopee, Minnesota. And while the E-commerce giant has nearly always defended itself strongly against such charges, it finds itself in a crisis situation with thousands of its workers launching a massive protest in the USA and in many countries across Europe .

New AI-based algorithm solves Rubiks Cube puzzle faster than humans

July 17, 2019

The study , published in Nature Machine Intelligence , saw the algorithm given 10 billion different combinations of the puzzle, with the target to decode all of them within 30 moves. According to Baldi, the latest development could herald a new generation of artificial intelligence (AI) deep-learning systems which are more advanced than those used in commercially available applications such as Siri and Alexa.

Would you let an Amazon robot into your house?

July 17, 2019

A report last April noted that Amazon is interested in creating home robots that provide access to the company's Amazon Alexa voice assistant, no matter where you are. Google has done quite well for itself with a market share of 31 percent. Amazon's Scout delivery robot. The new products give Amazon a greater reach than ever before.

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