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OnePlus 8 Pro display receives DisplayMate’s A+ rating

April 04, 2020

The flagship, which has also been awarded the "Best Smartphone Screen Award", uses Samsung's AMOLED panels. As we get closer to the launch of the OnePlus 8 the official leaks are starting to outnumber the unofficial one - and that is saying something given the number we are now seeing.

Amid Coronavirus Pandemic, China Observes Day Of Mourning For Thousands

April 04, 2020

Activity in all major cities in the country, which has recorded more than 80,000 cases and 3,000 deaths from Covid-19, stopped at 10am local time with commemorations particularly poignant in Wuhan. They have also told residents, most stuck at home due to lockdown restrictions, to use online streaming services to watch cemetery staff carry out those tasks live.

‘Dolby On’ app for Android, iOS arrives in India

April 04, 2020

If you're making music at home, with friends, or anywhere outside of a studio, this app is created to make your audio recordings sound the absolute best they can, even when the only equipment available is your phone. For video, frame your shot by setting up your phone or tablet, and ensure your space is lit properly. After you've recorded, you can apply different audio styles to the file, such as those created to bring the vocals to the front, add more bass effect, or amplify the recording.

China to mourn COVID-19 victims on April 4

April 04, 2020

National flags on top of buildings along the Bund at half-mast. Some 2,567 people have died in Wuhan, a megacity of 11 million people located in the middle reaches of the Yangtze river. "The National Health Commission received information about 81,620 confirmed cases of pneumonia caused by a new type of coronavirus from 31 provinces [regions and municipalities], including 1,727 now ill people".

MI small businesses can apply for paycheck protection. Here’s how

April 04, 2020

Other issues that popped up included some lenders only offering Paycheck Protection Program loans to applicants who already are members of credit unions or have depository or savings plans. Many small businesses in MA have been closed since Gov. Charlie Baker issued a stay-at-home order on March 23 . But, Drake and Hoff both say because of this quick rollout, many things are still getting worked out.

Wuhan official preaches vigilance as China plans to mourn coronavirus 'martyrs'

April 04, 2020

The commission said 60 new asymptomatic coronavirus patients were also reported on Thursday. Republicans in Congress, pointing to a report by Bloomberg citing U.S. Wuhan, for example, reported 35 new asymptomatic cases on Wednesday and has a total of 678 people infected with the coronavirus but not exhibiting symptoms under medical observation.

Census Day: Another way to help

April 04, 2020

A related unforeseen circumstance raises a special worry in Statesboro and other college towns across America. Sen. Tina Smith, who alongside a few Democratic partners sent a letter to the Census Bureau prior this month getting some information about coronavirus plans, said she's stressed in the wake of coronavirus authorities may depend a lot on the internet responses, something she fears could bring about undercounting communities.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remastered is Available Now

April 04, 2020

Activision announced the game today at the moment of its official launch. "Purchase on PS4 or pre-purchase on other platforms and get the free UDT Classic Ghost Bundle for use immediately in Modern Warfare including Warzone ". Plus, in Warzone we've also experienced classic Modern Warfare series locations like Gulag and Boneyard in new ways. 2019's Modern Warfare came with Activision's always-online DRM that requires you to stay connected to the internet all the time.

Microsoft Confident on Price, But Could Change Based on PS5

April 04, 2020

As part of Xbox Head Phil Spencer's interview with IGN on the company's podcast yesterday, he talked about the potential price of the Xbox Series X. However, there doesn't appear to be a "Plan B" for Xbox. The man in charge of the Xbox Series X has confidently declared that despite what Sony has revealed about the PS5, he's not anxious about the competition.

Facebook Messenger Desktop App Launched for Windows, Mac

April 04, 2020

If not, you'll need to log into your Facebook account, and then click to confirm that you want to log into the app. As more people throng to group video calling platforms like Zoom in these trying times, Facebook is lending a helping hand (or trying to cash in on the opportunity).

Zoom vulnerabilities could give attackers webcam, microphone access

April 04, 2020

According to researchers at Bleeping Computer , Zoom allows hackers to steal Microsoft Windows password. He urged users to immediately apply the patches . The Intercept would also go on to report that Zoom's meetings aren't protected by end-to-end encryption , despite the company claiming that its product uses the feature several times in marketing.

How do I fix the Deadpool Fortnite Week 7 Challenges not working?

April 03, 2020

After seven weeks of Deadpool challenges , we've finally got some proper cosmetics to buy, and in true Deadpool fashion, he's butting his way into the Fortnite item shop. You will be able to find Deadpool's 2 pistols in the Fortnite Battle Pass screen. Please enjoy this picture of my old kung-fu master skin riding his tiny scoot.

Forgivable loans for small businesses affected by COVID-19 available Friday

April 03, 2020

Banks, credit unions and SBA lenders are all allowed to lend under the program. Bankers say they that program could be depleted quickly. The application will be available Friday. Congress made the program as wide as possible. The loan forgiveness can be reduced if a small business owner decreases their full-time employee headcount, decreases salaries or wages by more than 25 percent for any employee that made less than $100,000 annually or rehires full-time employees by June 30 for changes ...

Android 10 update released for Samsung Galaxy Tab S6

April 03, 2020

Aside from this just being one site's opinion, it's not clear whether the OnePlus 8 beats the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra - which also achieves an A+ and was rated as "visually indistinguishable from perfect" in five categories. South Korea's Smart Phone producer Samsung is engaged on a brand new collection, which is prone to be named Galaxy Note 20. It does not think that the two processors are essentially different.

Anosmia meaning: What is anosmia? New coronavirus symptoms

April 03, 2020

And experts say fever and cough remain the most important symptoms of the virus to look out for and act upon. These patients are more likely to test positive in stool for COVID-19 RNA, to have a longer delay before viral clearance, and to experience delayed diagnosis compared to patients with respiratory symptoms but no digestive symptoms.

Smartphone OnePlus 8 Pro much like OnePlus 8

April 03, 2020

The OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro share most of the same design language; both are large phones with a curved glass design and multiple rear cameras. Following on from the leaks, from basically every day for the last week or so, today we have seen OnePlus 8 renders leaked showing a new bright colour - an "Ultramarine" - a close up of the new quad camera module and the cases that will be available for the new flagship devices.

Mnuchin says small business rescue loans launch Friday, despite lender confusion

April 03, 2020

The Treasury and SBA also on Thursday evening issued new guidance on the program, which is aimed at keeping Main Street businesses from restaurants to nail salons from laying off their employees amid widescale shutdowns. "This is an entirely new program, and that's something that both banks and customers will have to get used to", said James Ballentine, executive vice president of congressional relations and political affairs at the American Bankers Association.

SiriusXM Premier Streaming Service is now free until May 15th

April 03, 2020

New listeners and existing customers alike now have access to more than 300 SiriusXM stations, including premium-grade content usually limited to the company's Premier Streaming subscription, which normally costs $14 per month. At the moment many of us would like to "change the channel" and end the sadness and madness we're presently living through. Listeners can access the content on their cellphones, tablets and computers with the Sirius app, the release said, along with some smart TVs, ...

Apple iPhone 9 To Release on April 15, Jon Prosser

April 03, 2020

The Cupertino- based technology titan showed it's stressed "the current situation would significantly lower consumer appetite to upgrade their phones", Business Insider reported , mentioning a Nikkei Asian Review record recently. Reports indicate that the iPhone 9 could launch in mid-April, with the device shipping a week later. Initially expected to see release in March, recent rumors suggest " iPhone SE 2" will be announced on April 15 ahead of wide availability on April 22.

Fitbit Charge 4 tracker adds onboard Global Positioning System and Spotify control

April 03, 2020

The Charge 4 arrives with improved hardware including a three-axis accelerometer, an altimeter, an optical heard rate monitor, an SpO2 monitor, Bluetooth 4.0, in-built Global Positioning System and NFC for Fitbit Pay (it would surprise me if Google Pay is not added with future software updates).

Blood test detects more than 50 types of cancer

April 03, 2020

However, as the cfDNA can come from other types of cells as well, it can be hard to pinpoint cfDNA that comes from tumours. The test relies on a computer programthat searches through DNA which is commonly found in blood, identifying fragments which may have originated from tumours elsewhere in the body.

The Last of Us 2 Delayed Again Due to Coronavirus Epidemic

April 02, 2020

The good news is, we're almost done with the development of The Last of Us Part II . Given the uncertain nature of the coronavirus outbreak and the shaky foundations it put the world economy and infrastructure on, Sony wants to wait for a bit more logistical security before committing to a firm release date again.

Niantic making it easier to play Pokémon GO from home

April 02, 2020

Pokemon GO developer Niantic has just acquired 3D mapping startup 6D.ai, where the acquisition will see them building out "planet-scale" augmented reality, or AR. As for the "Ingress" game, "portals are now tuned to encourage at-home play". Essentially, players can now hatch eggs twice as fast by walking the same distance as they used to clock earlier.

Microsoft Is All Set To Take Down Grammarly With 'Microsoft Editor'

April 02, 2020

Moreover, Microsoft Editor works beyond the bounds of its own apps suite, making it available as an extension for Chrome and new Edge browsers. No matter what language you are writing in, we have you covered. Hopefully, Grammarly brings native support to Apple Pages as well, as many Mac users prefer using Pages over Microsoft Word. This will also allow you to reference material correctly if appropriate, which is useful for students writing reports and articles.

Nvidia Announces RTX Super Mobile GPUs for Gaming Laptops

April 02, 2020

Dynamic Boost shifts power between the CPU and GPU based on the task at hand. Low-Voltage GDDR6 - NVIDIA has worked with its memory partners to increase memory efficiency while delivering high performance with new lower voltage GDDR6 memory.

Mobile, Sprint complete merger, T-Mobile CEO Legere steps down

April 02, 2020

Legere, who served as CEO of T-Mobile since 2012, built a culture around listening to employees, putting the customer first and shaking up the market with signature Un-carrier moves. When the merger was announced in 2018, not everyone was on board. The new combined parent company is called T-Mobile and will now trade on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol TMUS with Sprint no longer trading on the NYSE.

YouTube Working on TikTok Competitor Called Shorts

April 02, 2020

YouTube reportedly plans to launch a shortform video-sharing feature inside its mobile app by the end of 2020 in an attempt to make a dent in the surging popularity and impact of TikTok. This greatly contributed to the growth in popularity of TikTok worldwide after the two platforms were merged in August 2018. The only similar platform to have found comparable success in the United States is Musical.ly - which ByteDance acquired in 2017 , then shut down a year later to merge into TikTok.

Huawei warns USA that China will strike back

April 02, 2020

According to Reuters , sources before said senior officials in the Trump administration agreed to new measures to squeeze the global supply of chips to Huawei Technologies , namely foreign companies using us chipmaking equipment would need a USA license before supplying certain chips to Huawei .

This Is How The Deadly Coronavirus Damages Your Lungs

April 02, 2020

Doctors at George Washington University used a 360-degree VR camera to film the lungs of a coronavirus patient in their hospital. "This is not a 70, 80-year-old immunosuppressed, diabetic patient", Mortman said . "There is such a stark contrast between the virus-infected abnormal lung and the healthier, adjacent lung tissue", said D. Mortman. The damages could also be long-term, especially when it evolves to severe inflammation.

United Kingdom broadband providers lift data caps during Covid-19 crisis

April 02, 2020

Major telecoms like BT/EE , Openreach and Virgin Media have struck an agreement that will remove "all" data caps on current landline broadband services. He said it's "fantastic" to see the big firms "pulling together" to help vulnerable customers who may be struggling with bills "at this hard time".

FCC orders all carriers to implement anti-robocall technology by June 2021

April 01, 2020

This eventually led to the TRACED Act being passed by Congress and signed by President Trump in December of 2019. It is good news that the Federal Communications Commission today adopts rules to reduce automatic calls through call authentication.

Huawei plans solutions for Google applications

April 01, 2020

Huawei has repeatedly denied the allegations. An enormous a a part of Huawei's earnings shortfall occurred throughout the consumer division which accounted for over 54% of the company's basic product sales in 2019. The Huawei P40 Pro was launched last week and has now made its way to DxOMark where it was put through the website's photo and video tests. However, Huawei continues to search for solutions for Google applications.

Genesis G80: More Details Dropped

April 01, 2020

Since its 2015 launch, Genesis has expanded its presence in the global luxury vehicle market to include the U.S., Canada, Russia, Australia and Middle East in addition to South Korea. G80's leading interior space has been further developed. The fastback-like profile is also clear to see from this angle, along with prominent creases near the beltline to link the lighting clusters, as well as a kinked window line and 20-inch wheels.

Xiaomi increases smartphone price in India after 50% hike in GST

April 01, 2020

Such to us in the price of the phone increase in addition to no and is not the way. According to the company, the COVID-19 pandemic has highly impacted the smartphone industry, leading to a price hike of components and supply shortage. Apart from this, Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite (8GB RAM) will now be available for Rs 42,142, Galaxy S10e (128 GB) for Rs 47,300, Galaxy S10 (128GB) for Rs 58,800 and Galaxy S10 + 67,200.

WhatsApp beta suggests multi-device support is coming soon

April 01, 2020

These new features are now being tested in the WhatsApp beta app. WhatsApp's multi-platform system is one of its most awaited features as it will enable users to use their account on more than one device at a time, a restriction that is now set for all WhatsApp users across the globe.

Production ramp-up for new iPhone 12 postponed

April 01, 2020

While manufacturers such as Foxconn are set to be ready to begin production on schedule, it is yet to be seen if component suppliers are able to meet demand and ship parts to Apple's assembly partners without the earlier factory closures hitting supply.

The VPN Connectivity Bug In Windows 10 Has Been Fixed

April 01, 2020

Additionally, this issue might prevent some devices from connecting to the internet using applications that use WinHTTP or WinINet. Before selecting a file to download, you need to check which version of Windows 10 you are using. These updates can be downloaded by Checking for Updates in Settings, or you can download it manually from here . Microsoft recently announced that it will temporarily stop releasing optional updates for Windows 10.

After 'Screw Amazon' Order, Microsoft Wins $10B Contract

April 01, 2020

The Pentagon, the headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense. Shares rallied as much as 3.5 percent to a high of $145.67 apiece before paring their gains. "AWS is the clear leader in cloud computing, and a detailed assessment purely on the comparative offerings clearly led to a different conclusion", Drew Herdener, a spokesman for the company , told reporters .

Apple buys popular weather app, Dark Sky - Android app will shut down

April 01, 2020

In the future, Apple could be planning to build Dark Sky into its own weather app, which relies on data from The Weather Channel at this time. "Our goal has always been to provide the world with the best weather information possible, to help as many people as we can stay dry and safe, and to do so in a way that respects your privacy".

Smartphone location data used to track US COVID-19 outbreak

March 31, 2020

For example, the clustering of the phones and their movements to and from retail shops, public places, parks, etc. could mean that people are still frequenting these regions in large groups and could be spreading the infection from one to another.

ME small businesses encouraged to prepare now to access federal emergency loans

March 31, 2020

The Paycheck Protection Program is created to quickly get cash into the hands of small business owners. Currently, there is extremely heavy traffic on the SBA website that is creating delays in the application process. "Entrepreneurs and small businesses play such a critical role in transforming our communities through the jobs and other opportunities they provide", said Rising Tide Capital Co-Founder and CEO Alfa Demmellash.

Pokemon GO is set to let you do raids from home soon

March 31, 2020

Niantic is also planning to add indoor step-trackers with Adventure Sync, so doing indoor tasks will be given achievements and possibly rewards, in-game. The frequency of gifts dropped by the PokeStops has also increased and Incubators for hatching Pokemon eggs have been made more effective. So whether you're vacuuming the floor or running on a treadmill, Adventure Sync in Pokemon Go will make sure you're rewarded for your steps.

Modern Warfare 2 remastered coming tomorrow, doesn't have multiplayer

March 31, 2020

CharlieIntel also managed to rip the trailer , which you can see below. The March 31 release has an expected price point of $30 Dollars. What do you make of this silly little situation? However, it appears that some players in Germany have been able to access the game instantly, which suggests a midnight March 31 launch time.

Apple Still Developing New Products Such As Low-Cost iPad

March 31, 2020

The coronavirus has made it harder for Apple to work on new products . Apple were expected to launch the device at a press event this month , this did not happen due to the virus outbreak and now it looks like Apple are getting ready to launch their new budget iPhone.

Remastered ‘Mario’ games reportedly coming to Switch in 2020

March 31, 2020

The company last celebrated a Mario anniversary in 2015, which is its 30 year. Eurogamer has also confirmed parts of VGC's report, and its sources have indicated that Super Mario Galaxy is "indeed one of the games being readied for a remaster, alongside a couple of other 3D Mario favourites".

Governor Northam Issues Statewide Stay at Home Order

March 30, 2020

Henrico Health Director Danny Avula yesterday said that three other senior living communities - Beth Sholom Rehabilitation in the Far West End, the Masonic Home of Virginia in Eastern Henrico and another unnamed facility - also had each reported several confirmed cases.

Tampa Pastor Still Holds Service With Hundreds in Attendance

March 30, 2020

Howard-Browne isn't yet in custody, but the sheriff believes he will turn himself in soon. We are hopeful that this will be a wake up call for him, his legal staff and his entire leadership at the church. "It is also important for the religious community to govern themselves to the laws of the land". The county and governor's orders require gatherings, including those held by faith-based groups, be fewer than 10 people to limit the spread of COVID-19.

Microsoft Teams not working again

March 30, 2020

Chief among these is an add-in for Excel called Money in Excel, which is basically for consumers to manage banking data and credit cards - it plugs into those services so you can easily import and manage data. Skype recently saw usage increase by 52 percent in the recent weeks, as more and more people are working from home. Microsoft has also announced an expansion of Microsoft Editor, helping you with your writing in Word and on Outlook.com - it's now been further enhanced with AI and now ...

LG change its strategy: The LG G-series could be canceled

March 30, 2020

LG Electronics will be reportedly getting rid of the "G" moniker for its flagship phones. Last week, The Korea Herald reported that LG is looking to revamp its smartphone naming strategy. It's said the phone will have a 4,000mAh battery. One of them, tech blogger Juan Carlos Bagnell, was able to show off using his Bamboo Ink stylus on not just the LG V60's display, but also on the panel of the Dual Screen case - something not advertised on the Dual Screen case's spec sheet .

Microsoft Azure tweaked amid huge surge in cloud demand

March 30, 2020

Microsoft has reported a huge spike in usage of its public cloud service in countries enforcing social distancing measures. The software giant over the weekend issued "Update #2 on Microsoft cloud services continuity" that revealed the statistic above, and the company's plans to keep its cloud and customers humming during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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