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EA's Library of Tetris Games Have Been Taken Offline on Google Play
- January 24, 2020
They are now still available on the App Store in the United Kingdom at the time of publication. Now there's a lot of reasons to hate EA - and EA Sports in particular - but what's going on here is not an EA decision. According to a press release published by the company in June, the game will also have a solo marathon mode and daily challenges. Or is this a sign a big new version of Tetris is on the way? We have reached out to EA for comment. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
They are now still available on the App Store in the United Kingdom at the time of publication. Now there's a lot of reasons to hate EA - and EA Sports in particular - but what's going on here is not an EA decision. According to a press release published by the company in June, the game will also have a solo marathon mode and daily challenges. Or is this a sign a big new version of Tetris is on the way? We have reached out to EA for comment. (more...)
Russell banished from Scotland's Six Nations squad after breaching team rules
- January 24, 2020
The BBC said it understood Russell, who plays for French side Racing 92 , had left the training camp in Edinburgh of his own accord. The in-form Adam Hastings is now nearly certain to wear the number 10 jersey in Dublin but Townsend may look for reinforcements with no other regular stand-offs in his squad. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
The BBC said it understood Russell, who plays for French side Racing 92 , had left the training camp in Edinburgh of his own accord. The in-form Adam Hastings is now nearly certain to wear the number 10 jersey in Dublin but Townsend may look for reinforcements with no other regular stand-offs in his squad. (more...)
Epic Games release official statement on teaming
- January 24, 2020
At that time, Epic Games had not yet given any significant penalty, but it looks like they are opposed to these measures, which will follow shortly. Repeat offenders may be subject to increased penalties. It's a way to signal a temporary truce between players so that neither of you spends materials or healing items for a fight, only to have to survive storm damage as well. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
At that time, Epic Games had not yet given any significant penalty, but it looks like they are opposed to these measures, which will follow shortly. Repeat offenders may be subject to increased penalties. It's a way to signal a temporary truce between players so that neither of you spends materials or healing items for a fight, only to have to survive storm damage as well. (more...)
Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite with Snapdragon 855 launched in India
- January 24, 2020
A week later, a concept video popped up showing us a lot more of what to expect. Samsung has launched the Galaxy S10 Lite in India today at a price point of Rs 39,999. Both sources reveal details about the upcoming Galaxy S20, S20+ and the S20 Ultra 5G. The report speculated that these devices will be made official in February 2020 in India. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
A week later, a concept video popped up showing us a lot more of what to expect. Samsung has launched the Galaxy S10 Lite in India today at a price point of Rs 39,999. Both sources reveal details about the upcoming Galaxy S20, S20+ and the S20 Ultra 5G. The report speculated that these devices will be made official in February 2020 in India. (more...)
Louisiana state income tax filing begins, Monday, Jan. 27
- January 24, 2020
The regular filing deadline is April 15, and those requesting an extension can take up to October 15 to file their forms, although any taxes owed are still due in April. I have actually encountered dead ends with other apps, but TurboTax has always had the ability to handle anything I require. The average refund last year was nearly $2800, and it could be slightly higher this year since everyone has had time to digest the new tax laws and make some adjustments in their favor. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
The regular filing deadline is April 15, and those requesting an extension can take up to October 15 to file their forms, although any taxes owed are still due in April. I have actually encountered dead ends with other apps, but TurboTax has always had the ability to handle anything I require. The average refund last year was nearly $2800, and it could be slightly higher this year since everyone has had time to digest the new tax laws and make some adjustments in their favor. (more...)
IBM reports surprise revenue rise on cloud growth
- January 24, 2020
IBM bought Linux maker Red Hat Inc in a $34 billion deal a year ago, its biggest acquisition so far, in a push to expand its subscription-based software business and counter falling software sales and declining demand for mainframe servers. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
IBM bought Linux maker Red Hat Inc in a $34 billion deal a year ago, its biggest acquisition so far, in a push to expand its subscription-based software business and counter falling software sales and declining demand for mainframe servers. (more...)
Know how Google’s Envelope helps smartphone users undergo Digital Detox
- January 24, 2020
The idea is to make you realize how much time you spend looking at your phone. Contrary to what you would expect, Google wants you to use your smartphones less. When you unlock your phone, the app will appear on the screen and will keep growing until you use your phone. The longer you stay on your phone the bigger the bubble grows. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
The idea is to make you realize how much time you spend looking at your phone. Contrary to what you would expect, Google wants you to use your smartphones less. When you unlock your phone, the app will appear on the screen and will keep growing until you use your phone. The longer you stay on your phone the bigger the bubble grows. (more...)
Scam alert: FedEx, Amazon warn customers about tracking text message package scam
- January 24, 2020
Isabel Benitez from Bakersfield, California, received the text on Monday, but she didn't fall for it. Both Amazon and FedEx have tools and guidelines on reporting scams or phishing attempts. "FedEx does not request, via unsolicited mail or email, payment or personal information in return for goods in transit or in FedEx custody", the page says. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
Isabel Benitez from Bakersfield, California, received the text on Monday, but she didn't fall for it. Both Amazon and FedEx have tools and guidelines on reporting scams or phishing attempts. "FedEx does not request, via unsolicited mail or email, payment or personal information in return for goods in transit or in FedEx custody", the page says. (more...)
Sonos to end updates for old speakers
- January 24, 2020
This is because all the components of a Sonos system must be in the same software version. Sonos has announced that from this coming May it will be ending its support for four of its older devices (products that were launched between 2006-07) - the popular Connect and Connect:Amp players, the original Play:5 Sonos speaker, the CR200 physical controller, as well as the Sonos Bridge. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
This is because all the components of a Sonos system must be in the same software version. Sonos has announced that from this coming May it will be ending its support for four of its older devices (products that were launched between 2006-07) - the popular Connect and Connect:Amp players, the original Play:5 Sonos speaker, the CR200 physical controller, as well as the Sonos Bridge. (more...)
The Galaxy S20 is losing Samsung’s most unique camera technology
- January 24, 2020
Now, Ishan Agarwal actually said quite recently that the Galaxy S20 series will probably become available on / around March 13, so this info may be accurate. Samsung will introduce the Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra. As you can see in the images, the phone has a punch hole camera on the front. All phones will sport a curved display , but that curve will not be as pronounced as before. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
Now, Ishan Agarwal actually said quite recently that the Galaxy S20 series will probably become available on / around March 13, so this info may be accurate. Samsung will introduce the Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra. As you can see in the images, the phone has a punch hole camera on the front. All phones will sport a curved display , but that curve will not be as pronounced as before. (more...)
United Nations report alleges that Saudi crown prince hacked Jeff Bezos’s phone
- January 23, 2020
Bezos' team has suggested in the past that the Saudi government and The Enquirer's publisher, David Pecker, were in cahoots to take him down - a claim both the Saudis and Pecker vehemently deny. The hack, which reportedly occurred in May 2018, involved an account apparently owned by bin Salman sending Bezos a video over the WhatsApp messaging service which was loaded with spyware in a bid to extract files, according to reports from the Guardian , the Financial Times and the Daily Beast. (more...)
- January 23, 2020
Bezos' team has suggested in the past that the Saudi government and The Enquirer's publisher, David Pecker, were in cahoots to take him down - a claim both the Saudis and Pecker vehemently deny. The hack, which reportedly occurred in May 2018, involved an account apparently owned by bin Salman sending Bezos a video over the WhatsApp messaging service which was loaded with spyware in a bid to extract files, according to reports from the Guardian , the Financial Times and the Daily Beast. (more...)
Opera's Side Apps are Accused of Predatory Loans and Harassing Users
- January 23, 2020
Finally, there's the Screen Stopwatch app which also offers a live wallpaper like Activity Bubbles . The Screen Stopwatch app on the right side of the picture shows the time you use your smartphone and thus acts as a reminder for your time restriction. (more...)
- January 23, 2020
Finally, there's the Screen Stopwatch app which also offers a live wallpaper like Activity Bubbles . The Screen Stopwatch app on the right side of the picture shows the time you use your smartphone and thus acts as a reminder for your time restriction. (more...)
EA's mobile Tetris games are closing to make way for Tetris Royale
- January 23, 2020
These games weren't free, and anyone who purchased them will be unable to play them as of April 21, 2020. Nearly a decade ago (!) in 2011, EA released Tetris for mobile devices, following it with Tetris Blitz in 2013 . Now there's a lot of reasons to hate EA - and EA Sports in particular - but what's going on here is not an EA decision. The game developer has for years licensed the title from the Tetris Company, which last summer announced it had signed a multi-year deal with a ... (more...)
- January 23, 2020
These games weren't free, and anyone who purchased them will be unable to play them as of April 21, 2020. Nearly a decade ago (!) in 2011, EA released Tetris for mobile devices, following it with Tetris Blitz in 2013 . Now there's a lot of reasons to hate EA - and EA Sports in particular - but what's going on here is not an EA decision. The game developer has for years licensed the title from the Tetris Company, which last summer announced it had signed a multi-year deal with a ... (more...)
Apple might launch low-priced iPhone SE 2 in March
- January 23, 2020
Data from related research institutions show that in October a year ago, the sales of iPhone 11 , iPhone 11Pro, and iPhone 11Pro Max accounted for 69% of the total iPhone sales. Macotakara has recently released another set of rumored specs of the latest lineup of Apple's iPhone 2020. According to Bloomberg , the phone will be powered by Apple's A13 Bionic processor . (more...)
- January 23, 2020
Data from related research institutions show that in October a year ago, the sales of iPhone 11 , iPhone 11Pro, and iPhone 11Pro Max accounted for 69% of the total iPhone sales. Macotakara has recently released another set of rumored specs of the latest lineup of Apple's iPhone 2020. According to Bloomberg , the phone will be powered by Apple's A13 Bionic processor . (more...)
Facebook to hire 1,000 in London this year
- January 23, 2020
UK High Minister Boris Johnson said Facebook's recount became "tall news". Earlier, in a blog post, Facebook said that apps on its platform have helped businesses in the European Union generate sales corresponding to an estimated 208 billion euros a year ago - resulting in almost 3.1 million jobs. (more...)
- January 23, 2020
UK High Minister Boris Johnson said Facebook's recount became "tall news". Earlier, in a blog post, Facebook said that apps on its platform have helped businesses in the European Union generate sales corresponding to an estimated 208 billion euros a year ago - resulting in almost 3.1 million jobs. (more...)
OnePlus 8 Pro to Feature Fast Wireless Charging?
- January 23, 2020
Yes, we are talking about wireless charging support. Previously, CEO and co-founder of OnePlus, Pete Lau, said in an interview that OnePlus' fast wired charging technology is already very good; adding that wired is more convenient than wireless. (more...)
- January 23, 2020
Yes, we are talking about wireless charging support. Previously, CEO and co-founder of OnePlus, Pete Lau, said in an interview that OnePlus' fast wired charging technology is already very good; adding that wired is more convenient than wireless. (more...)
Microsoft Exposes 250M Customer Support Records on Leaky Servers
- January 23, 2020
Diachenko also shared that Microsoft's support team secured the databases on December 30, a day after the report he sent on December 29. "Our investigation has determined that a change made to the database's network security group on December 5 2019 contained misconfigured security rules that enabled exposure of the data", said Microsoft. (more...)
- January 23, 2020
Diachenko also shared that Microsoft's support team secured the databases on December 30, a day after the report he sent on December 29. "Our investigation has determined that a change made to the database's network security group on December 5 2019 contained misconfigured security rules that enabled exposure of the data", said Microsoft. (more...)
Sony subtly confirmed a massive PS5 leak
- January 23, 2020
In terms of configuration, the PS5 specifications are nearly equivalent to the Xbox Series X . Furthermore, "Dark Soul: Remastered", "Godfall", "Fallen God" and others will be the first exclusive games on the PS5. However, a new leak doing the rounds online may have revealed quite a bit of hitherto unknown information about the PS5, as was recently reported on website TechRadar . (more...)
- January 23, 2020
In terms of configuration, the PS5 specifications are nearly equivalent to the Xbox Series X . Furthermore, "Dark Soul: Remastered", "Godfall", "Fallen God" and others will be the first exclusive games on the PS5. However, a new leak doing the rounds online may have revealed quite a bit of hitherto unknown information about the PS5, as was recently reported on website TechRadar . (more...)
Hacker leaks passwords for 5 lakh Internet-connected devices
- January 23, 2020
According to a ZDNet report on Sunday, the list of Telnet credentials has been published on a popular hacking forum that includes each device's IP address, along with a username and password for the Telnet service. Telnet is an application protocol used on the Internet or local area network to provide a bidirectional interactive text-oriented communication facility using a virtual terminal connection. (more...)
- January 23, 2020
According to a ZDNet report on Sunday, the list of Telnet credentials has been published on a popular hacking forum that includes each device's IP address, along with a username and password for the Telnet service. Telnet is an application protocol used on the Internet or local area network to provide a bidirectional interactive text-oriented communication facility using a virtual terminal connection. (more...)
Twitter advises android users against updating crash-prone app
- January 23, 2020
Hold off updating your Twitter app - Android users have been reporting crashes when attempting to launch with stable release v8.28. Yesterday, Twitter's Support account warned users not to update to the latest Android version because they are "investigating a problem" that could cause the app to immediately crash when it is opened. (more...)
- January 23, 2020
Hold off updating your Twitter app - Android users have been reporting crashes when attempting to launch with stable release v8.28. Yesterday, Twitter's Support account warned users not to update to the latest Android version because they are "investigating a problem" that could cause the app to immediately crash when it is opened. (more...)
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