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Teamfight Tactics officially coming to mobile in 2020, beta date announced

October 16, 2019

Some of what we don't know about Project A may be filled in shortly as part of Riot's League 10th anniversary celebrations, which are happening tonight and at LAN events over the next day or so. Rod Breslau, an esports consultant, also Tweeted about the game with more speculative information stating that sources have told him there's more than a mobile version of League coming.

Leaked Huawei Mate X unboxing video points to the foldable’s imminent launch

October 16, 2019

Do note that Huawei is yet to confirm the exact launch date and availability details, but we should get those info in the coming days. That alone could be responsible for the Mate X launching in China first, but it could also be that Huawei wants to do a limited release in case any issues occur that force it to do a recall, similar to what happened with Samsung and the Galaxy Fold .

Google Unveils AI-Driven Pixel 4 Phone, Nest Wi-Fi Smart Speakers

October 16, 2019

The home-grown gadgets also help the company control the distribution of its web services, reducing reliance on other hardware makers. Today we're running down the new features one-by-one. The new phones also include vehicle crash detection and can automatically call emergency services. Google's Pixel 4 / 4XL has stereo speakers, plus 3 mics with noise suppression.

Google Nest Mini unveiled: the Google Home Mini smart speaker gets upgraded

October 16, 2019

Coming to the beacons, the most interesting part about them is that they double up as Google Assistant speakers. Included in the Mesh WiFi upgrade is the rebranded Google Nest Mini, previously the Home Mini, the new speaker design remains relatively the same with new colour schemes and re-engineered hardware.

Google in smartphone push with motion-sensing Pixel 4

October 16, 2019

Once pre-orders open for the Pixel 4 over the next day or so, you'll find the device at Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, and AT&T. The improved screens have a 90Hz smooth display refresh rate and Ambient EQ, which allow the displays to adjust on their own to different lighting conditions.

Google’s release updated Titan Security Keys with USB-C support

October 16, 2019

In 2018 , Google began requiring all of its 85,000 employees to start using security keys. The device is an evolution of what first appeared back in 2017 , when Google revealed the existence of its Titan Security chip. Previously, these security keys were only available as a $50 bundle but now the USB-A/ NFC key will cost $25 while the Bluetooth key will cost $35. In brief: The new USB-C key will utilize the same secure element chip and firmware found in the originals, we're told.

Blizzard cancels promotional event without explanation

October 16, 2019

Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories . On Twitter, Nintendo NYC stated that Blizzard pulled the event without giving a proper reason, though most of us can guess why. The Nintendo Store announced the " Overwatch " launch event the same day that Blizzard announced its punishment of Blitzchung . The move sparked protests against Blizzard's polices from other professional players , event casters and Blizzard's own employees at company headquarters.

Hearthstone Pro Blitzchung Responds To Blizzard & Says He'll Be More Careful

October 15, 2019

Blizzard did not apologize, per se, but they did lessen the suspension of blitzchung from the initial one year to six months as " more appropriate " and that they will be returning the cash prize that was withheld from the player. "There is a effect for taking the conversation away from the goal of the event and disrupting or derailing the broadcast". That issue made news earlier this month when a Houston Rockets official tweeted views on Hong Kong that caused Chinese officials to ...

Google Pixelbook Go with new design launched at ‘Made by Google’ event

October 15, 2019

We look forward to putting that to the test in-house. You can get the Pixelbook Go with either a full HD (1920 x 1080) 13.3-inch display or 4K (3840 x 2160). The Pixelbook Go has the same high-performance components as other Google Pixelbook devices, the company added. The Just Black configuration of the Pixelbook Go is available now for preorder and will cost $649 at launch.

Google Stadia launch date revealed, controllers shipping soon

October 15, 2019

Besides the US, Stadia will launch in Canada, UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland. Some of the titles that are coming to Stadia include Assassin's Creed Odyssey , Red Dead Redemption 2 , Destiny 2 and Wolfenstein: Youngblood.

Physical editions of Overwatch for the Switch will not include a Cartridge

October 15, 2019

Blizzard caused a stir when the first announced Overwatch would be headed to the Switch this summer, but fans have been wondering exactly when they'll get to start playing. Blizzard Entertainment dropped a short teaser for this year's Halloween-themed event, showing off just a single cosmetic item: an emote for Zenyatta.

Realme X2 Pro with Snapdragon 855+, 90Hz display launched in China

October 15, 2019

Unlike the Realme X and Redmi K20 Pro that both come with a pop-up selfie camera module, the Realme X2 Pro flaunts a waterdrop-style display notch. The smartphone promises a screen-to-body ratio of 91.7 percent. Realme X2 Pro has been launched in Ocean Blue and Midnight Silver colour options.

Lawsuit to allege Fortnite as addictive as some drugs

October 15, 2019

It has become one of the biggest free-to-play games ever, creating a cultural phenomenon that raked in $ 3 billion for developer Epic Games previous year. Epic Games was previously named in a class action lawsuit claiming that the game needed more built-in " parental controls that would allow parents or guardians of minors to make informed decisions regarding in-app purchases".

Apple Responds to Criticism for Sending Some China Browsing Data to Tencent

October 15, 2019

Quite the opposite, at least in intent-when an iOS user visits a website, the URL and, in some cases, their IP address is sent off to be cross checked against known fraudulent websites. "The actual URL of a website you visit is never shared with a safe browsing provider and the feature can be turned off", the company said. Also, it was found that the " Fraudulent Website Warning " feature is on by default.

Google Nest Mini leaks out and looks awfully familiar

October 15, 2019

Most notable about today's leak is that it doesn't look like the Nest Mini features a 3.5mm headphone jack. Back when information about the Nest Mini first started making the online rounds, at least one report suggested Google would add an auxiliary port for external speakers.

Fortnite has reached 'the end', but unlocks and V-Bucks are safe

October 15, 2019

Fortnite season 10 ended with a cosmic explosion and since then the game has been inaccessible with users just staring at a black hole. As of writing, the only official information available is a live stream of the black hole itself on the game's official YouTube and Twitch channels .

IPhone XR revealed: Price, features and everything you need to know

October 15, 2019

The 6.1-inch "Liquid Retina" display isn't quite as stunning as the OLED displays on the XS and XS Max, but you'd be hard-pressed to see the difference. Capabilities like advanced depth segmentation using the Neural Engine, Smart HDR enabling photos with HDR and better image detail, advanced bokeh quality in Portrait mode photos and dynamic depth of field that is user adjustable in the Photos app are aided with advanced software.

IOS 13.2 Beta 2 Adds Brand New Emojis

October 15, 2019

However, with the program seemingly complete, it probably will not be far away. Apple earlier promised to halt Siri grading until it had implemented certain changes in iOS. Concerningly, it has been made that the voice of the speaker is often activated by the user and the user. Others such as voice recordings. Apple is acting on its promise to offer more Siri privacy controls in the wake of reports that quality control contractors were listening to sensitive info .

The Similarities and Differences Between OnePlus 7T and OnePlus 7T Pro

October 15, 2019

Work-life balance mode for OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro is launched, specifically for users of India. The OnePlus 7T Pro had high end cameras 0n the front and back, on the tear of the device there are three cameras , a 48 megapixel camera, a 16 megapixel camera and an 8 megapixel camera.

Alexa can now speak Español in the US

October 15, 2019

The new help additionally implies developers can manufacture aptitudes for the stage that target Spanish language speakers. This will obviously be useful for Spanish-speaking families, but could also be a fun way to get some regular practice in for those learning the language.

Infinity Ward confirms Modern Warfare won't have loot boxes after all

October 15, 2019

Stay tuned, we are planning to post information this week. According to Emslie, Infinity Ward now is not working on loot boxes, so hopefully that means they won't be added to the game some months after launch. "Please let this be true for the entire life cycle of the game", says the top comment on the Reddit post. This is clearly a community that's been burned before.

Payday 3 projected for 2022/2023 Release by Starbreeze

October 15, 2019

Overkill's The Walking Dead spelled disaster for the Swedish publisher and developer as it was deemed a commercial failure and met with disheartening reviews. Starbreeze Studios also stated in the post that they are expecting to reach a publishing agreement for Payday 3 during the first half of 2020.

Silent Hill Franchise Gets New Entry in Form of Slot Machine

October 15, 2019

Yep, a Silent Hill gambling machine. Yahoo Finance reports that Konami Gaming, a casino-flavored subsidiary of Konami, is gearing up to unwrap, among other casino related tech, Silent Hill Escape, a "for-wager slot experience, featuring thrilling scenes, sounds, and characters from Konami's recognized entertainment legacy".

Microsoft's Latest Windows Update Still Has a Broken Start Menu, Edge Browser

October 15, 2019

An update code-named KB4517389 for fixing some issues with printing problems that began following yet another of these fixes is now messing up the entire Windows 10 Start Menu. Microsoft's latest Windows 10 update will be called the November 2019 Update , and the final build is available now to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Ring.

Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 8, Redmi Note 8 Pro in the Philippines

October 15, 2019

As for the latter shade, it is yet to be announced when it will be available in the Philippines. To top it off, Redmi Note 8 Pro is equipped with an additional WiFi X antenna for a more reliable internet connection, as well as 1217SLS speakers and a Smart PA for improved gaming audio.

Where is Pokemon Sword and Shield's Wild Area?

October 15, 2019

The surprise was made official on the Sword and Shield guide by CoroCoro . This highlights just how vast the wild area will be and also begs the question whereabouts the other wild area (s) will be located. One of those new mechanics is the Wild Area, a seemingly Breath of the Wild-inspired land where trainers can roam freely among the wild Pokemon . The role-playing game will be the first main series games and the eighth generation of Pokemon games.

Top tips for mastering the on-the-go shooter — COD Mobile

October 15, 2019

PUBG focuses more on Battle Royale, while Call of Duty Mobile also centers on various multiplayer modes. This concludes the Call of Duty Mobile season 1 week 4 challenges guide . Call of Duty Mobile launched on October 1st, 2019, as the newest release in the CoD series. The sound is also really good, with lovely acoustics and a nice speaker voice informing who is doing what and which team is leading the ongoing match.

Samsung's Android 10 beta program is now available on the Galaxy S10

October 15, 2019

The rumors have been going around that we'll be seeing a beta version of the Android 10 in Samsung devices soon. Japan, Poland, Mexico and Switzerland will be added to the list of countries where the Fold is available, joining South Korea, the United States, the UK, Germany, France and Singapore.

U.S. blacklists 28 Chinese entities, citing their role in repressing Uyghur Muslims

October 15, 2019

Pompeo also cited "pervasive, high-tech surveillance", "draconian controls on expressions of cultural and religious identities", and "coercion of individuals to return from overseas to an often perilous fate in China" as well. US equity-index futures fell, reversing an earlier gain, while European stocks slipped to snap a two-day advance, ahead of high-level trade talks between America and China this week.

Fortnite leaves players staring at a black hole for hours

October 15, 2019

Fortunately for Fortnite players, Musk hasn't bought the game nor has he deleted it. As The End live event started, the game was no longer playable and left users with a black screen. For now, though, the popular battle royale game remains lost in the black hole that it was sucked into on Sunday, October 13. Like any Fortnite update , we see a look at some new cosmetics, but even that's been ramped up a notch as we see llama pogo sticks being ridden by several new skins, ...

Apple iPad (2019) 7th Gen now available in India

October 15, 2019

The new tablet is available in Silver, Space Grey and Gold colour options. The Wi-Fi-only variant of the 2019 iPad with 32GB of ROM is available at Rs. Flipkart is offering 10 per cent instant discount on payments made via SBI Credit Cards and 5 per cent cashback on Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Cards.

Take a look at the official Google Pixel 4 Fabric Cases

October 14, 2019

The first price-related leak was from mid-September , and it claimed the Pixel 4 would be slightly more expensive than the cheapest iPhone 11 that had just hit stores. The Pixel 4 phones have been confirmed and reconfirmed several times, with different sources delivering plenty of details about the new features Google cooked up for this generation of Pixel phones.

PM Modi dares Opposition to restore Article 370, 35A in J&K

October 14, 2019

Months after the move, mobile telephone and internet connections in the occupied valley, home to around seven million people, remain cut off. India maintains that most people in its part of the disputed region support the move to take away the special status.

Red Dead Redemption 2 PC specs aren't demanding at all

October 14, 2019

Noire: The Complete Edition, and Max Payne 3: The Complete Edition . Given how technically demanding the game is, and how reasonable those recommended Red Dead Redemption 2 system requirements are - a £200 GPU? To start, you can expect support for both 4K and HDR, in addition to support for multi-monitor setups, widescreen resolutions and frame rates above the 30 frames per second the game targeted on consoles.

Pokemon Sword and Shield: Trainers confused by Galarian Ponyta's type

October 14, 2019

Similar to how there were Alolan forms of Generation 1 creatures, Shield is getting a Galarian Ponyta , which looks like a giant ball of cotton candy. In fact, at this point we're not even sure if Galarian Rapidash is a Pokemon that exists, but hopefully it does and we'll see an appearance by it soon.

Fortnite The End arrives this weekend: When to watch, what to expect

October 14, 2019

Games like Fortnite occasionally go down for server maintenance, usually to the disappointment of users. Epic Games has not ever done anything like the way they are now doing this time which left all the fans quite excited. Fortnite Season 10 is one of the most anticipated games in Fortnite franchise as it likely to come up with a brand new map. You can access the pretty cool mini game by inputting the infamous Konami Code at the black hole screen using the D-Pad on your console or ...

Google's Pixel 4 phone launch: What to expect

October 14, 2019

These phones will also feature dual 8MP front cameras as well as a facial recognition sensor. Google has already confirmed the new Soli radar-based motion sensing chip for air gestures . There's also a table (below) listing the specs of the two phones, compared to last year's Pixel 3 . Google has stepped up its game this year in an effort to make the Pixels a legitimate challenger to the Apple iPhone and Samsung Galaxy S and Galaxy Note models.

Google says Stadia will be 'faster and more responsive' than local hardware

October 14, 2019

According to TechRadar , these technologies include what Google terms " Negative Latency ", which refers to a large stream buffer that will improve the server's frame rates. Will it accurately predict fighting combos? Meanwhile, if that sounds like your cup of tea, Google Stadia has finally been dated for its big worldwide debut, and you can get your hands on it as early as November.

Sony announces innovative technology in Playstation 5 controllers

October 14, 2019

Are you excited for the PlayStaton 5 launch? However, in an article by Famitsu , not every PS4 game will be able to make the transition. The problem comes with the other features that won't be included and other content that could be excluded in the shuffle to a new generation.

Dr Kawashima's Brain Training for Nintendo Switch coming this January

October 13, 2019

Dual Task: Leap over hurdles while choosing the biggest number. Third-party games also seem to be doing well, with Crash Bandicoot N.Sane Trilogy, Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, and Stardew Valley cited as shifting more than 500,000 copies across physical and digital formats in the region.

Blitzchung has "no idea" if he’ll return to competitive Hearthstone

October 13, 2019

Earlier this week, Blizzard banned Pro Hearthstone player blitzchung after expressing pro-Hong Kong views in an post-game interview. "The specific views expressed by Blitzchung were NOT a factor in the decision we made", Brack said Friday.

Apple planning to make its own 5G modem for these iPhones

October 13, 2019

The report added that the iPhone 2020 will feature an OLED display, which will, at some point, remove the differentiation between the devices present in the current Apple iPhone lineup. Apple later made the switch to Qualcomm , which exclusively provided baseband hardware for iPhone and iPad until Intel entered the scene in 2016 with a share of iPhone 7 parts orders.

Twitter comes back to the Mac

October 13, 2019

And yes - there's a catch. With macOS Catalina now out, the company has gone ahead and released its Catalyst port of Twitter app on the Mac App Store. Plus, there are other odd differences between the desktop client and web app, some noted. The app only works on macOS Catalina, which not everyone has installed just yet.

Pixel 4 XL images leak in full

October 13, 2019

The Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL will also feature 6GB of RAM, 64GB or 128GB of storage, stereo speakers, and a USB-C port. There will also be more optimised software and deeper Assistant integration. We still don't know how much the Pixelbook Go will cost or when it will be available to purchase, but by the end of the event next week, we should know everything there is to know about this product.

Fortnite is dead, long live Fortnite Chapter 2

October 13, 2019

As Reddit user Giacozzo reported, a now-removed listing image on the Italian App Store shows three Fortnite characters looking out over what appears to be a new map , and the image is curiously headlined Fortnite Chapter 2. It shows Fortnite's three main characters standing over a cliff looking out over the world, albeit not the world now in Fortnite . Firstly, it appears there is a new map involved, which would be highly welcome considering how Fortnite's competitors offer their ...

Riot Games instructs casters, players not to discuss 'sensitive issues'

October 12, 2019

According to Needham, they want to keep the broadcasts' focus on the game and the players, and that such sensitive topics require "deep understanding and a willingness to listen". "To make this explicit as possible, we aren't telling anyone to avoid saying 'hong kong.' We'd just rather the team be referred to by its full name", Rigney tweeted.

Samsung's Cheaper Flagship Could Launch as "Galaxy Note10 Lite"

October 12, 2019

News of the Galaxy S10 Lite offers us more in the way of details. The other being the affordable variant of the Note lineup with the model number SM-N770F. Who knows. But if this takes place, it may also mean that the regular Galaxy S11 version may get dual front cameras instead of Galaxy S10's single front camera.

Nikon Z50 Joins Crowded Mirrorless Camera Market

October 12, 2019

The new NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm standard zoom and the NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm telephoto zoom lenses are created to complement the new Z 50, striking the balance of small size and sharp optics. Taking advantage of the Nikon Z mount, the Z 50 produces stunning image quality and provides optimal performance for any type of content creation, from still photography to high-quality 4K video.

Goldman Sachs evaluating involvement in Megvii IPO after USA action

October 12, 2019

The US placed eight Chinese technology giants on a US blacklist on Monday, accusing them of being implicated in human rights violations against Muslim minorities in the country's far-western region of Xinjiang. As a matter of fact, latest US decision came forth over the heels of yesterday's (October 7th) announcement of US Trade Representative's office of Robert Lighthizer, which blacklisted 28 Chinese companies over same allegations including Chinese video surveillance firm, Hikvision.

Instagram, Twitter's 'Dark Mode' Feature Is Fodder For Lit Memes

October 12, 2019

Yes, you read that right! The answer is no, now during the navigation, we do see the dark theme but as per the post, the newly announced dark mode will turn the notifications, menu and other options of the app into the shades of black and grey.

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