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Microsoft Plans to Kill Skype for Business in Favor of Teams

September 25, 2017

Microsoft did not provide a timetable for the change, saying it would occur "over time". Skype for Business will eventually be replaced. "One doesn't know the pace at which they will be making enhancements, since it's no longer a part of their strategic product direction", said Bern Elliot , an analyst at Gartner.

USA athletes will face strict rule against protests at Winter Olympics

September 26, 2017

Both have since taken a step back, with Flessel reaffirming France's plans to compete at PyeongChang, and Stoss saying he didn't think the geopolitical situation in Asia would have any bearing on the 2018 Olympics. North Korea's foreign minister Ri Yong Ho said earlier on Monday that President Donald Trump had "declared war" on North Korea and that Pyongyang reserved the right to take countermeasures, including shooting down U.S.

Brandywine Realty Trust's (NYSE:BDN) Sentiment is 0.9

September 25, 2017

The stock increased 0.20% or $0.02 on September 22, reaching $10.09. About 32,317 shares traded or 65.25% up from the average. Taking a look at another technical level, Brandywine Realty Trust ( BDN ) presently has a 14-day Commodity Channel Index (CCI) of 173.72.

Apple and Google named the world's most valuable brands

September 25, 2017

The most valuable United Kingdom brand is HSBC bank, valued at $10.5bn and ranked at 47th. Following Coca-Cola at #4, sits Amazon, Samsung, Toyota, and Facebook , which breaks into the Top 10 for the first-time at #8. Retail is the most growing sector with 19% increase, followed by the sporting goods (10%), technology (8%), logistics (7%), and financial services (6%).

Google's Project Jacquard Levi's Jacket Finally Goes On Sale

September 25, 2017

The Jacquard technology was put together from Google's Advanced Technology and Projects group (ATAP), and it's designed specifically for a "connected apparel platform". It's durable and has been created to be comfortable for cycling. This is made possible by the gesture-sensing Jacquard Threads that are woven into the cuff and connect wirelessly to the mobile device using tiny electronics embedded inside the sleeve and a flexible snap tag.

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV (NYSE:FCAU) Short Interest Down 24.4% in August

September 25, 2017

Several other equities research analysts also recently commented on FCAU. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (FCA), launched on April 1, 2014, is an worldwide automotive group. The business's revenue for the quarter was up.1% compared to the same quarter previous year. Analysts anticipate that Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. will post $2.63 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Apple's macOS High Sierra update is now available

September 25, 2017

During its WorldWide Developers Conference in June, Apple announced High Sierra, which then became available through a beta version for developers. Apple's macOS High Sierra update delivers a ton of exciting new features and improved compatibility with iOS 11 on the iPhone and iPad.

Kylie Jenner's Pregnancy Has People Asking Diljit Dosanjh's Reaction

September 25, 2017

Let's get one thing straight; we're not even sure if Kylie Jenner's actually pregnant as reports are suggesting, but already everyone's wondering what she could be calling her unconfirmed, very-much-unborn baby supposedly by boyfriend Travis Scott .

IOS 11 is killing your iPhone's battery life, probably

September 25, 2017

A new study by researchers at Wandera , an enterprise mobile security and data management outfit, indicates that battery drain on mobile devices running the latest version of iOS is significantly higher compared to iOS 10 and earlier versions of Apple's mobile operating system.

Red Dead Redemption 2 Announcement Won't Excite PC Fans

September 25, 2017

The background of the image suggests that the announcement will be related to Red Dead Redemption but that is all we got from it. We already know the game will be coming to PS4 and Xbox One - will PC be added to that list too? There is nothing more fun than bringing in cattle rustlers, getting drunk with the bounty money and then gunning down the bartender because he looked at you amusing.

Vogue Women of the Year Awards 2017 - Winners and Style Icons

September 25, 2017

At the Vogue Women of the Year Awards here on Sunday night, the actress was honoured with the Vogue Influencer Of The Decade Award. He captioned this image as, "We shot our own VOGUE cover! This ones for you @vogueindia", he wrote. Twinkle Khanna Looks Red Hot! She won the Vogue Opinion Maker of the Year. We also can not miss Sonam Kapoor's look for the night. It was a delight for the fans to learn that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has joined the team of Fanney Khan starring Anil Kapoor in ...

New Walmart service could allow delivery people into your home

September 25, 2017

The mega retailer is testing a new service that would allow a delivery person inside your front door, and if you're not home, they would drop off packages, and even put groceries in the fridge. The people who deliver the goods could only let themselves inside the house if no one answers the smart doorbell provided by August Home and triggers a smartphone notification when someone presses it.

Dear Esther Developers The Chinese Room Taking a Hiatus

September 25, 2017

Pinchbeck, Jessica Curry and Andrew Crawshaw will continue working on The 13th Interior , previously announced as Total Dark , until its ready for a larger team once more, and the same is true of their prototypes for Little Orpheus . So it's made a decision to take a break, recharge, and think about its future. Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Pinchbeck affirms " this is a pause, not an end ".

Nyko unveils wireless controller for SNES Classic Edition

September 25, 2017

The Super Miniboss is certainly a significant upgrade to the SNES Classic Edition's bundled controllers. Gamers are hoping that Nintendo will not let them down, or else there will be a lot of customers with the Nyko Super Miniboss wireless controllers but with no SNES Classic Edition to use them on.

Adobe Systems Incorporated (NASDAQ:ADBE) Holdings Raised by Twin Capital Management Inc

September 25, 2017

Several research analysts have recently commented on the company. The stock increased 0.33% or $0.39 on September 22, reaching $119.77. In related news, EVP Ann Lewnes sold 1,953 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, July 12th.

Intel unveils 8th-Gen processor family for gaming, desktops

September 25, 2017

It is capable of 4.7 GHz maximum single-core turbo frequency, the highest frequency ever from Intel thanks to Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, making it a performance powerhouse for both single and multi-threaded applications. When compared to last year's flagship Core i7 chip, users would be able to have around 25% more FPS for demanding games like Gears of War 4. The 8 Gen Intel Core unlocked "K" processors will also overclock to higher levels than prior generations.

Sony Xperia XZ1 to launch in India today

September 25, 2017

The display features Sony's Triluminous display and X-Reality technology which is specifically configured for mobiles. The company has made the smartphone available in its Black colour variant. The device features a 5.2 inch screen with a FullHD screen which is also protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. Its connectivity options include 4G, LTE, 3G, GPRS/EDGE, Wi-Fi, GPS/AGPS, GLONASS, Wi-Fi Direct, WLAN, Bluetooth, USB OTG, and USB Type-C.

TGS 2017: Fire Emblem Warriors DLC Plans Revealed

September 25, 2017

While there are no current official western prices for the DLC just yet, the Japanese price for each individual DLC pack is 1,400 Yen (around $15), and 3,000 Yen for the season pass (around $30). A Fire Emblem Shadow Dragon inspired DLC will release shortly after that, during the Winter 2018 season. The third will be the popular Fire Emblem Awakening and is due to arrive in the Spring of 2018.

Republican tax proposal leaks and it's just what you would expect

September 25, 2017

High-income Americans pay a top individual federal income tax rate of 39.6 percent. House Speaker Paul Ryan and other congressional leaders have discussed a corporate tax rate in the low- to mid-20s. There would be a one-time hit on money now overseas-some suggest 3 percent on fixed assets and 8 percent on cash-that all future repatriations experience.

'Attack on Titan 2' Launching For Nintendo Switch

September 25, 2017

The first Attack on Titan game came out in February of 2016 to positive critical reception. Apart from the long-awaited confirmation, Koei Tecmo Entertainment also shared some details on the gameplay and features of " Attack on Titan 2 " including "more diversified" 3D Maneuver Gear actions and "more exhilarating" battles courtesy of "evolved" Titan movements.

Tim Cook "couldn't be happier" with iPhone 8 sales

September 25, 2017

That trend is a big challenge for Apple as it tries to regain its momentum in the market that matters the most outside its home country. Here's last week's roundup . Apple has promised to fix the problem in a software update. But he was skipping the iPhone 8 and holding out for the iPhone X. Even if some people think the iPhone X is too expensive, Apple CEO Tim Cook doesn't .

Nuclear tests feared in North Korea as a 3.4 magnitude quake detected

September 24, 2017

A 3.0 magnitude natural disaster was detected near North Korea's nuclear test site on Saturday, South Korea's weather agency said . The test, which Pyongyang said was a detonation of a thermonuclear weapon built for its developmental intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBM), generated a magnitude-6.3 quake.

Nordea Investment Management AB Has $33.78 Million Holdings in Halliburton Company

September 24, 2017

Institutional owners hold 82.00% stake while Insiders ownership held at 0.30% in the company. It dropped, as 96 investors sold Halliburton Company shares while 307 reduced holdings. Morgan Stanley reissued an "overweight" rating and issued a $60.00 price objective (down from $67.00) on shares of Halliburton in a research note on Wednesday, June 21st.

Tillerson stresses diplomacy on North Korea amid threats

September 24, 2017

China's seismic service CENC on Saturday detected a zero-depth, 3.4-magnitude quake in North Korea, calling it a "suspected explosion". However, South Korea's weather agency said the quake, which occurred at 4:29 p.m. North Korea's foreign minister said this week that his country could test a powerful nuclear weapon over the Pacific Ocean in response to President Donald Trump's threats of military action.

Twitter is testing Android app that uses less mobile data

September 24, 2017

But before you jump to the Play Store , read the content below. The app is targeted at who find it hard to access high speed mobile internet; in other words, Twitter is targeting users in countries with unreliable internet connection. Identical to the mobile web version of Twitter Lite, the app is an "experiment" according to Twitter, and the company is considering bringing the app to other markets.

Zuckerberg wants to sell 35-75 mn Facebook shares

September 24, 2017

The plan unveiled previous year had been created to allow founder and chief executive Mark Zuckerberg to maintain voting control as he divests to fund a philanthropic initiative with his wife Priscilla. A class action lawsuit filed in a DE court to block the share reclassification plan was scheduled to get under way shortly, with Zuckerberg among those expected to be called on to testify.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Given Hold Rating at Canaccord Genuity

September 24, 2017

About 195,621 shares traded. Capital One National Association raised its holdings in shares of Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT ) by 2.0% in the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission.

Facebook is testing Whatsapp shortcuts in its main app

September 23, 2017

The new button, which can be found in the menu area of the app, is now available to a few users on the Android version of the app, but might be available to some iOS users too. One thing that we can ascertain is that Facebook might have plans to boost the user base of the messaging platform that is struggling to gain traction in some Western markets including the U.S.

Android One Moto X4 Officially Launched

September 23, 2017

Project Fi customers now have access to a cheaper device as the only phones available until recently that were compatible on Fi were the Google Pixel and Pixel XL. Not only is the Android One Moto X4 affordable at $399, but with its dual rear camera system, octa-core processor, 3GB of RAM, TurboPower fast charging, and solid design, it actually stands a chance of making an impact in a market where high-end phones dominate.

More than 400000 people sign Uber petition in London

September 23, 2017

Uber was given just a four-month temporary licence in May. London Mayor Sadiq Khan , a Labour politician who has criticised Uber in the past, said he backed the decision to reject its application for a new licence. London police also complained in a letter in April that Uber was either not disclosing, or taking too long to report, serious crimes, including sexual assaults, and this put the public at risk.

Original Apple Watch Doesn't Support watchOS 4 Heart Rate Features

September 23, 2017

Furthermore, the upgrade brings the addition of a "recovering heart rate" which shows how fast your heart rate drops after a workout, and the watch will alert you when it detects an abnormal spike in your readings. The OS boasts several updates that include health and fitness tracking features. However, we now know that not all Apple Watches embracing watchOS 4 will receive the same treatment, with the original Apple Watch - launched back in 2015 - proving not powerful enough to host the new ...

Buy Apple because more expensive $1000 iPhone X will boost its profit

September 23, 2017

Under a buyback offer, you are eligible for "70% of the original purchase price as buyback amount on return of the device after a year". Royal Bank Of Canada reiterated an outperform rating and issued a $160.08 target price (down previously from $176.00) on shares of Apple in a report on Wednesday, August 9th.

The Biggest Changes iOS 11 Brings to iPads

September 23, 2017

Affinity Photo or iPad is available now on the App Store for a one-time purchase of $19.99. Apple device users can also install iOS 11 manually via iTunes. It automatically detects that you might be driving and silences incoming notifications therefore keeping your screen dark and not prompting you to peer over at your phone to take a look.

Apple Watch fails to tick with reviewers due to cellular glitch

September 23, 2017

However, some publications who have received a unit of the Apple Watch series 3 have complained that, instead of using data, the smartwatch connects with unknown Wi-Fi sources. Apart from connection issues, some reviewers were disappointed with the drain on the watch's battery while making calls. Apple said that the watch would have 18 hours of battery life, but it would sustain only for an hour for a cellular phone call.

Apple owes up to Watch Series 3 cellular connectivity issues

September 23, 2017

The handset, which commemorates 10 years since the very first iPhone, is likely to be the first in a new line of highly-specced, expensive iPhones sold in addition to the standard models. The regular iPhone and the Plus version are largely similar, except for the display, the overall size and the camera. All three iPhone support wireless charging technology and augmented reality apps.

Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle Reigns as Switch's Best-Selling Third-Party Game

September 23, 2017

Yes despite the fact that it has Mario in it, Mario + Rabbids is indeed a third party game. Developed by Ubisoft Milan and Ubisoft Paris, Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle was the surprise hit of this year's E3, where Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto appeared on stage at Ubisoft's press conference alongside Ubisoft's Yves Guillemot to announce the turn-based strategy crossover title.

Edwards Lifesciences Corp (EW) EPS Estimated At $0.87

September 23, 2017

The Cubist Systematic Strategies Llc holds 57,632 shares with $483,000 value, down from 125,361 last quarter. In terms of the mechanics underlying that movement, traders will want to note that the stock is trading on a float of 1.00% with $209.79 Million sitting short, betting on future declines.

NC elections officials: State not targeted in Russian hack

September 23, 2017

Wyman added that the intrusion was unsuccessful and her office informed the Federal Bureau of Investigation of the attempts. The press release said the information was confirmed by the Department of Homeland Security. The Secretary of State's office said it has worked with DHS on implementing several technological protections for the state's election systems. Ebel on Friday said he wasn't aware that the Secretary of State's Office had been communicating with federal agencies about ...

Microsoft is Bringing Back "The Duke" Controller for Some Reason

September 22, 2017

Through his Twitter account , Seamus Blackley, one of the designers of the original Xbox version of the controller known as The Duke, revealed that Microsoft approved the final prototype of Hyperkin's product. Everyone else remembers it as a kind of joke that went too far. As we showed off in our previous coverage and can also be seen above, there will also be an OLED display embedded into the controller that will feature an animated Xbox logo.

Facebook is Testing WhatsApp Shortcut Button on Android

September 22, 2017

It appears to be little more than a shortcut that might save you a second or two every now and again. Quick, check your phone and see if you are one of the lucky ones. Even though WhatsApp had successfully managed to resist the urge to target its users and directly make money off them, it has since gone all out so as to make money, Many have blamed this change of heart on Facebook's mission to find ways of raising revenue but Facebook, while trying as much to handle the crisis and manage ...

PUBG developer says it has 'growing concerns' over Epic's similar game Fortnite

September 22, 2017

An offshoot game mode of Fortnite that apes the popular PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds' has prompted a response from Bluehole Inc. "After listening to the growing feedback from our community and reviewing the gameplay for ourselves, we are concerned that Fortnite may be replicating the experience for which PUBG is known".

GlobalFoundries says no commitment from Tesla on chip deal

September 22, 2017

AMD spin-off GlobalFoundries Inc Chief Executive Sanjay Jha said his company is working directly with Tesla , according to the CNBC report . AMD has reportedly already sent Tesla early samples of the new semi-custom chip, with testing already underway.

CCleaner attack by hackers aimed at major tech companies, researchers say

September 22, 2017

Piriform and more recently Avast said in blog posts this week that no damage had been detected, although more than 2 million people had installed tainted versions of CCleaner . Apparently, the attackers installed a second malware application on the computers it infected, targeting a specific list of domains. The investigation into the supply chain attack and hunt for the perpetrators continues, according to Avast researchers.

Samsung's 'never mind' offer to replace broken smartphone screens for Rs 990

September 22, 2017

With the festival season around, Samsung has come up with a new limited time offer period called the "Never Mind". Replacing your broken smartphone screen is always a big headache, and more than that, it means a big hole in your pocket. The smartphones included in this "Never Mind" offer by Samsung are: Samsung Galaxy Note series, Galaxy S series, Galaxy C series, Galaxy On series , Galaxy A series , and Galaxy J series .

Raashi Khanna watches Jr NTR's Jai Lava Kusa with fans

September 22, 2017

It seems like Jr NTR has scored his hat-trick now with Jai Lava Kusa after films like Nannaku Prematho and Janata Garage did extremely well. The film released in more than 4000 screens across the globe. As per box-office reports, Jai Lava Kusa has earned a whopping Rs 32.1 crore on its opening day. Director KS Ravindra (Bobby) has directed this film after his last film with power star Sardaar Gabbar Singh.

Huawei Maimang 6 Smartphone Goes Official with 18:9 Display & Four Cameras

September 22, 2017

The alleged smartphone has appeared on GFXBench as " Huawei Maimang 6 (RNE-xxx)". Note: The image is not real as the phone is not official yet . The Huawei Maimang 6 features a unibody metal design and a 5.9-inch full HD+ (2160 x 1080 pixels) 2.5D curved glass display with an 18:9 aspect ratio.

CICC Jumps 17% After Tencent Acquires 5% Stake

September 22, 2017

Editor's Remarks: CICC was China's first worldwide joint venture stockbroker, set up in 1995 by Morgan Stanley and China Construction Bank, and then became the first to move into wealth management in 2007. The transaction will make Tencent the fourth-largest shareholder of CICC. CICC, founded in 1995 by China Construction Bank and Morgan Stanley, was the first investment bank formed through a China-US joint venture.

Renault Captur unveiled in India ahead of October launch; bookings OPEN

September 22, 2017

Renault has stated that the Captur is also certified for offset frontal and lateral crash. Renault Captur/Kaptur is already being sold in over 75 countries globally. A CVT automatic transmission might be offered as an option as a later stage. The company will reveal the mileage details on the Captur closer to its market launch.

Ducati SuperSport Launched in India; Prices Start At Rs 12.08 Lakh

September 22, 2017

All prices are ex-showroom, India. It delivers 110hp at 9,000rpm and torque curve that peaks at 96.7Nm at 6,500rpm mated to six-speed gearbox. The company claims that the SuperSport is agile on urban roads and comfortable on highways. Braking is handled by a dual 320 mm semi-floating discs with 4-piston Brembo callipers at the front and a single 245 mm 2-piston calliper at the rear.

4K Roku Streaming Stick Coming This Fall

September 22, 2017

The biggest standout feature of this stick is going to be its ability to stream content in 4K. The Roku remote revamp will reportedly mean a new power button, a volume rocker for more remote models, independent remote listening expansion and maybe some other more minor changes.

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