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Google's AirDrop rival 'Nearby Share' finally starts rolling out today

August 07, 2020

From there you will be able to adjust settings before making it available to share with anyone. Once it is enabled, a tap will slide up and enables users to accept incoming transfers. It may sound an very bad lot like Apple's AirDrop , but Nearby Share also has a few safety protocols baked into it. This feature allows the Apple device to easily transfer files after they are paired together.

'Hidden' colonies of emperor penguins found in Antarctica

August 07, 2020

AdvertisementEmperor penguins - the benchmark of climate change Emperor penguins serve an important gauge of the impact of climate change on the planet. They included two new sites on ice shelves, as well as two off-shore sites. The newly discovered colonies give hope to the scientists because it only means the overall population of the emperor penguins had increased by 5% to 10% to just over 500,000 penguins by about 265,500 to 278,500 breeding pairs.

Google Launches Pixel 4a, Announces the All-New Pixel 5

August 07, 2020

There will only be one size of the Pixel 5 , and it'll be smaller than the Pixel 4a 5G. The availability of a lessen-priced design was a person of the massive motives Apple's Apple iphone shipments through the April-June period of time climbed 11% from the similar time, in accordance to investigate company Internal Info Corp.

Google Docs, Sheets and Slides just got some new features on mobile

August 07, 2020

Link previews will help you get context from the links listed without you having to bounce between apps and screens. Today, we're announcing a new viewing experience in Slides, with a vertically scrollable stream of slides that you can pinch-to-zoom.

Federation Internationale de Football Association 21: 'Toxic behaviour' cut from goal celebrations

August 07, 2020

Sergio Aguero, for example, will hold his run to beat the offside trap as opposed to continually running forward if the ball isn't released; defenders like Virgil Van Dijk, meanwhile, position themselves more effectively to block shots in front of goals than midfielders and forwards.

1.2 million people filed new unemployment claims last week

August 07, 2020

Thursday morning data from the U.S. Department of Labor showed that 15,845 New Jerseyans filed for unemployment last week, which ended August 1. Unemployment remains high relative to this time a year ago, when SC was averaging 2,548 new weekly claims in July 2019.

Pixel 4 and 4 XL have already been discontinued by Google

August 07, 2020

The document listed builds of Android for all Pixel devices since the Pixel 2 . Although Google's generally past the point of major changes this late in the game, one tweak was mentioned in the announcement: Starting with Android 11 Beta 3, so-called Exposure Notification apps (i.e., contact tracing apps) won't need to turn on the device location setting to work.

Trump campaign seeks additional presidential debate in early September

August 06, 2020

The nonpartisan Commission on Presidential Debates has rejected a request from the Trump campaign to either add an additional general election debate or move up the calendar for the contests. "Whether you call it Vote by Mail or Absentee Voting, in Florida the election system is Safe and Secure, Tried and True", Trump tweeted Tuesday. The president and his allies have spent much of the past few months maligning many forms of mail ballot systems, from states that mail ballots to all ...

Whatsapp Now Allows You To Fact-check Forwarded Messages

August 06, 2020

WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption means the company can not see the contents of messages that are sent, so the feature merely gives users the ability to do the fact-checking themselves. It is the latest attempt by WhatsApp, which has two billion users worldwide, to slow the dissemination of fake news. This year, Whatsapp introduced a limit on the number of times a message can be forwarded.

Census to offer bonuses, speed hiring to finish count this year

August 06, 2020

On Aug. 3, the U.S. Census Bureau announced that it would wrap up its counting work a month early this year, on September 30 instead of October 31, and would hire more enumerators to get the job done quicker. Twenty-five of the 55 counties sit below 50 percent response rate with McDowell County least responsive at 23.6 percent. Critics said a truncated timeline will lead to miscounts in minority groups that have historically been under-counted in the census.

UCLA Collaborates With Apple For Study On Depression and Anxiety | KFI

August 06, 2020

The main phases of the study will take place from 2021 through 2023 and will involve 3,000 participants drawn from UCLA Health patients and the UCLA student body, so this is not a study that can be undertaken using Apple's Health app. 'This is an important step for obtaining objective and precise measurements that guide both diagnosis and treatment'. Depression affects more than 300 million people nationwide and accounts for almost one million suicides each year, according to the University, ...

PUBG Mobile will be playable in 90 FPS on select OnePlus devices

August 06, 2020

This exclusive experience is available to OnePlus users worldwide, excluding Mainland China, Japan, and Korea. I should also point out that the PUBG Mobile 90 FPS mode is a timed OnePlus exclusive, which means that it will open up to players with other devices starting from September 6th.

Instagram Reels debuts as competitor to TikTok

August 06, 2020

People will not be able to use original audio from your reels , and people can not share your reels with others who don't follow you. Reels invites you to create fun videos to share with your friends or anyone on Instagram . "It also wants to build a new set of creators for its own platform". Now, as TikTok , the Chinese-owned social video app, has seen wild success among USA teens, Facebook is hoping to capture some of that action.

Samsung Buds Live and Galaxy Watch 3 will cost a pretty penny

August 06, 2020

The phone is also going to be available via Samsung's online shopping portal. As previously, reported , the Galaxy Watch 3 comes into two different dial sizes - 41mm and 45mm and features such as blood pressure (BP) monitoring and electrocardiogram (ECG).

Nintendo Switch Sales Reach 61.44 Million; Should Beat 3DS Next Year

August 06, 2020

Nintendo's 1st quarter results for its fiscal year ending March 2021 have revealed some impressive details, including that Animal Crossing: New Horizons has sold over 22 million copies, that the Switch has sold over 61 million units, and that Nintendo's net profits year-on-year have grown by over 500%.

NC organization awarded $500K to provide housing for human trafficking victims

August 06, 2020

Human trafficking is "believed to be" one of the largest-scale crimes in the world, with 24.9 million people trapped by human traffickers who make more than $150 billion in annual profit for the industry, Ivanka Trump said earlier this year, adding that there are no demographic limitations to human trafficking, which exploits society's most vulnerable populations like women and children.

Fortnite new 'Joy Ride' update adds cars and trucks

August 06, 2020

Wherever you drop on the Island, hop into a ride to escape the scene or simply take your squad for a spin. Fortnite is switching things up with a huge themed update in the middle of the season and the Canadian based label revealed they have landed a key spot in the new update called Joy Ride .

D11 releases updated back to school plan

August 06, 2020

Some families are apprehensive about their children returning to school, and some have life-threatening conditions that absolutely prevent their return to school at all. They said they are also working with youth services to develop a "menu of activities.to help support the social-emotional needs of students" during the remote instruction.

Twitter for Android security vulnerability that exposed direct messages fixed

August 06, 2020

The microblogging site said it was not aware if the security issue was exploited by attackers, adding it had updated Twitter's Android app so that other apps can not access its data. Sending in-app notices to everyone who could have been vulnerable to let them know if they need to do anything. It has also promised to identify "changes to our processes to better guard against issues like this".

Survivors mark 75th anniversary of world's 1st atomic attack

August 06, 2020

The authors say the overwhelming historical evidence from American and Japanese archives indicates that Japan would have surrendered that August, even if atomic bombs had not been used, and documents prove that President Harry S. Survivors, relatives and a handful of foreign dignitaries attended this year's main event in Hiroshima to pray for those killed or wounded in the bombing and call for world peace.

Fall Guys has already hit 120k concurrent players

August 06, 2020

It's unclear if that number includes players who participated in the beta too since those copies expired, but that's still a massive number for any game, let alone an indie project, to hit on day one. We don't yet know when the first patch for the game will actually launch, or what it will contain when it does. "We're now BEEFING up our servers to cope with all of the BEANS who want to fall".

Ninja opened Twitch again after months

August 06, 2020

Blevins was freed from his Mixer contract, rumored to be worth millions, and has since been found streaming on other services like YouTube. Today, for example, his surprise gaming session attracted almost 100,000 viewers after around only 15 minutes of gameplay.

Microsoft and Samsung team up for Xbox Game Pass on Android

August 06, 2020

Existing policies prevent the next wave of subscription-based game libraries from touching the ecosystem, and whether intentional or not, also holding back competitors to its own Apple Arcade service. Sail off to adventure in Sea of Thieves on your tablet while a friend plays alongside you on console, right in the same room. Project xCloud access will be available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members in Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, ...

How will Lebanon deal with the devastating Beirut explosion?

August 06, 2020

He told reporters at the White House: "It would seem like it based on the explosion". It was a bomb of some kind. From the outset, US officials have said that they did not know the cause of the initial fire and explosions that set off the larger blast.

Coronavirus stimulus deal this week? Negotiators agree on timeline

August 06, 2020

However, not only did Democrats have issues with the bill, but many Republicans did as well . And the other products of such a bill, like state financing and ended boosted welfare, are what the 2 sides are arguing about. He added that Democrats want Florida taxpayers to pay for NY or IL, or California's prior pension problems. This differs from the CARES Act, where only dependents under the age of 17 qualified.

Facebook launches TikTok RIVAL as Microsoft in ‘$30bn’ buyout talks

August 06, 2020

Instagram has today officially launched "Reels", a new short-form video service set to rival TikTok, in over 50 countries, including the U.S., India , France, Germany, Japan, Australia, and the U.K. Reels isn't Facebook's first attempt at challenging TikTok. "As with previous products, we remain committed to investing in both our creators and their overall experience, and in certain cases, we may help cover production costs for their creative ideas", the company said.

Galaxy Watch 3 vs Galaxy Watch: Refinement galore

August 05, 2020

The standard Note 20 starts at £849, and it's certainly more affordable than the Note 20 Ultra. With an astounding Advanced Hybrid Laser Auto Focus, the Note 20 family has one of the fastest autofocus detections in mobile today, and far faster than many actual hobbyist DSLR cameras are equipped with.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Version 8.1 adds Small Battlefield stage and more

August 05, 2020

As you might expect, Super Smash Bros Ultimate Small Battlefield's title is quite telling. It appears to be designed for up-close and personal fights and should be ideal for anyone wanting a quick one-vs-one battle. According to the 8.1.0 update patch notes, players can set the Small Battlefield as a Preferred Rule in Online battles. Another nice touch is the ability to set any stage-specific music for the regular Battlefield, Small Battlefield and Big Battlefield, not to mention the ...

Mobile Launches Standalone 5G Network

August 05, 2020

To mark its 5G standalone network, T-Mobile flew hundreds of drones over Lisbon, North Dakota. T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America's supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all.

Apple announces new iMac with 10th gen Intel Processors, new webcam

August 05, 2020

There is still an option to go with a 1TB Fusion Drive over the base, 256GB SSD option at no additional cost. Storage is now entirely flash based. Storage is 256GB of SSD storage on the low-end, with 512GB available on the mid-range and high-end models. The Nano Texture glass is a $500 upgrade from the base cost of the iMac.

Microsoft introduces new logos for Xbox Game Pass for Console and PC

August 05, 2020

The service will be exclusive to Android at launch, too, as the Xbox team continues to apparently struggle to make its service either compliant or profitable in relation to Apple's stringent App Store regulations. The service was in public preview across North America, Europe, and South Korea earlier this year; the preview will end on September 11. The Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is priced at USD14.99 (~RM62), with the first month only costing USD1 (~RM4).

ADT stock soars 65% after $450 million Google investment

August 05, 2020

This deal will allow the ADT's technicians to sell and install Google devices like Nest Cameras and Nest Hub Max . Rishi Chandra, VP and General Manager of Nest, remarked, " We're excited to partner with ADT to further our mission of building helpful devices for the home .

‘Mulan’ will stream on Disney+ in September, but it’ll cost you extra

August 05, 2020

Asked why Disney was launching a new Star-branded service rather than expand Hulu (a general entertainment service available in the USA and Japan) worldwide, Chapek said that this new platform won't license any third-party content, unlike Hulu.

US teen accused of massive twitter hack pleads not guilty

August 05, 2020

Another curious detail is that the teenager who organized his two teammates was not new to Bitcoin and had been holding $3 mln worth of BTC already, as reported by The Tampa Bay Times . He reportedly promised the two that he would access and take control of the Twitter accounts in return for Bitcoin transfers. While Clark ultimately got a slap on the wrist from the agency, they chose not to arrest him due to his status as a minor.

Google brings password protected folder feature to Android devices

August 05, 2020

XDA-Developers report that the Safe Folder feature is now rolling out for users with Files by Google version 1.0.323, according to AndroidPolice . Google launched the Files app in 2017 to help people who live in countries such as India, Nigeria and Brazil and often run out of space on a daily basis.

Trump call for slice of TikTok deal draws fire

August 05, 2020

Klein added it "will close down on September 15 unless Microsoft or somebody else is able to buy it and work out a deal, an appropriate deal, so the Treasury. Microsoft did not address a potential price when it confirmed the talks. "Without a lease, the tenant has nothing - so they pay what's called key money , or they pay something".

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 Leaked Design: What to Expect

August 05, 2020

Also, the edges of the phone are less rounded, which gives it a more premium look when compared to the M31. The handset comes powered by the company's own Exynos 9611 SoC octa-core processor clocked at 2.3GHz and runs on Android 10 out-of-the-box with Samsung One UI on top.

Apple's new iMac brings the best MacBook Pro features to your desktop

August 05, 2020

The new 27-inch iMac doesn't look different from previous iMacs. And just for your knowledge, the 27-inch iMac boasts a 5K screen with built-in True Tone technology. For the first time ever in an iMac, you can pack in up to 16GB of video memory, thanks to AMD Radeon Pro 5000 series graphics. The 21.5-inch iMac is available in the Full HD display option as the entry-spec variant, with the Retina 4K display available for the more powerful configurations.

Chinese AI Company Files $1.4 Billion Lawsuit Against Apple

August 05, 2020

Shanghai Zhizhen very first taken legal action against Apple for patent violation in 2012 concerning its voice acknowledgment innovation. "China remains a key ingredient in Apple's recipe for success as we estimate roughly 20% of iPhone upgrades will be coming from this region over the coming year", Daniel Ives of Wedbush Securities said in a note, Reuters reported.

Ready For The NVIDIA GTX Mercedes-Benz?

August 05, 2020

This new platform will become an efficient, centralised and software-defined system in our future Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Mercedes will be developing its next-generation vehicles with AI "from end-to-end". There will also be "numerous future safety and convenience applications", and customers will be able to purchase and add new capabilities over time thanks to over-the-air software updates.

NIH to launch trials to test antibody drugs for COVID-19

August 05, 2020

Researchers sponsored by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health, are working with clinical sites to identify potential patient volunteers now infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes COVID-19, who have mild to moderate disease not requiring hospitalization.

China urges US not to open 'Pandora's Box': MOFA

August 05, 2020

She reiterated that the United States planned to take some action on Chinese-owned apps, including TikTok, in coming days but gave no details. He said the national security grounds for the US's clampdown on Chinese firms "does not hold water", adding that the companies conduct their business activities in accordance with global rules and USA laws.

Google Pixel 4a: priced at just $349, it's the new budget champion

August 04, 2020

Google has begun taking preorders for the Pixel 4A today on the Google Store page , and it's also available to preorder on on Amazon . Unfortunately, if you look past that, the Pixel 4a is missing a lot of stuff we've come to expect even from budget phones.

Wisconsin election head: 'Don't wait' on mailing ballots

August 04, 2020

Compare that to 2016 when the state issued 101,803 absentee ballots and received 76,529. In person advanced voting officially ended Monday at the Shawnee County Election Office, but all polls open at 7 on Election Day and if you requested an advance ballot in the mail, you still have time to turn it in.

Google Launches Nearby Share on Android

August 04, 2020

Google announced today that it is launching a new feature called Nearby Share on select Pixel and Samsung devices. No matter what, you won't have to deal with the AirDrop issue of randomly receiving obscene content in a public place, though, as the most permissive setting still restricts all-the-time visibility to your contacts.

PlayStation 5 Accessories Compatibility announced

August 04, 2020

That means your racing wheels and fight pads, if they're officially licensed, should work fine. The PlayStation 4 camera will work for PS5 virtual reality games, though a special free adaptor will be required to hook it up - more details on that are forthcoming.

OnePlus Nord To Hit Indian Market On August 6; Should You Buy?

August 04, 2020

Buyers will be able to buy the OnePlus Nord on the following channels- Amazon .in, OnePlus.in, OnePlus Experience Stores and OnePlus Authorized Stores. This time as well the 8GB+256GB and 12GB+256GB storage model will be made available for purchase via the open sale day after tomorrow. OnePlus Nord's front camera is 32MP.

New Xbox Store coming to Xbox Insiders this Wednesday

August 04, 2020

Game Pass Ultimate is $US15 ($21) per month, but for new subscribers it's $US1 ($1) for the first month. That means no more watching that annoying circular ticker thingy while you wait for pages to load. Xbox experience will sync across cloud gaming too . Your friends list, achievements, controller settings, and save game progress travel with you on mobile, meaning you can switch between playing on console and mobile without losing any personalized settings or progress.

Donald Trump: US Treasury should get cut of TikTok deal

August 04, 2020

Trump gave the company's Chinese parent ByteDance until mid-September to strike a deal. The company said it expects those talks to conclude by September 15. Treasury doesn't have a basis in antitrust law, according to Gene Kimmelman, a former chief counsel for the US Department of Justice's Antitrust Division and now a senior adviser to the policy group Public Knowledge.

Twitter Could Pay Up To $250 Million For FTC Violation

August 04, 2020

The company said that the matter remains "unsolved". The 2011 FTC order will remain in effect until March 2, 2031 - or, if the US government or FTC files a complaint in federal court that Twitter violated that, it would extend 20 years after that date.

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