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Pokemon Home Gives Fans a Free Kanto Starter
- February 14, 2020
However, the catch is you will need to sign-up for Pokemon HOME's premium plan if you want a lot of the major features - we will get to that shortly. Also, you will be able to host trade rooms not just visit them. The Nintendo Switch version of Pokemon Home does not allow for trading, receiving Mystery Gifts, and checking Battle Data and News. (more...)
- February 14, 2020
However, the catch is you will need to sign-up for Pokemon HOME's premium plan if you want a lot of the major features - we will get to that shortly. Also, you will be able to host trade rooms not just visit them. The Nintendo Switch version of Pokemon Home does not allow for trading, receiving Mystery Gifts, and checking Battle Data and News. (more...)
Introducing Prince Of Persia: The Dagger Of Time, A VR Escape Room
- February 14, 2020
It is the third location-based VR escape room and part of Ubisoft's most successful game series (IP). The VR experience promised by the transalpine gaming giant will be based on the already available escape room activities of Beyond Medusa's Gate and Escape the Lost Pyramidboth set in the Assassin's Creed universe. (more...)
- February 14, 2020
It is the third location-based VR escape room and part of Ubisoft's most successful game series (IP). The VR experience promised by the transalpine gaming giant will be based on the already available escape room activities of Beyond Medusa's Gate and Escape the Lost Pyramidboth set in the Assassin's Creed universe. (more...)
Ofcom to be handed role of policing United Kingdom social media platforms
- February 14, 2020
While child protection charities have welcomed the new regulation plan as a sign that the Government is willing to stand up to Silicon Valley, the NSPCC is leading calls for Ofcom to now be given powers to proactively "lift up on the bonnet" on websites and hold company directors criminally accountable for putting children at risk. (more...)
- February 14, 2020
While child protection charities have welcomed the new regulation plan as a sign that the Government is willing to stand up to Silicon Valley, the NSPCC is leading calls for Ofcom to now be given powers to proactively "lift up on the bonnet" on websites and hold company directors criminally accountable for putting children at risk. (more...)
U.S. says it's ready to help North Korea combat virus
- February 14, 2020
Since the coronavirus outbreak late a year ago, North Korea leader Kim Jong Un has severely restricted crossings at the northern border with China last month and instituted military law to keep people in isolation during the quarantine period and to not visit public spaces for precautionary reasons. (more...)
- February 14, 2020
Since the coronavirus outbreak late a year ago, North Korea leader Kim Jong Un has severely restricted crossings at the northern border with China last month and instituted military law to keep people in isolation during the quarantine period and to not visit public spaces for precautionary reasons. (more...)
Google mistakenly teases Android 11 before taking down preview page
- February 14, 2020
The public beta, meanwhile, will drop only in May, and it'll be more stable than the first developer release. Android 10 is still fairly fresh, but it appears that work on Android 11 has already begun and it might soon be ready in its Developer Preview avatar. (more...)
- February 14, 2020
The public beta, meanwhile, will drop only in May, and it'll be more stable than the first developer release. Android 10 is still fairly fresh, but it appears that work on Android 11 has already begun and it might soon be ready in its Developer Preview avatar. (more...)
The PS5's Manufacturing Cost Is Enormous
- February 14, 2020
A report in Bloomberg suggests that the rising costs of DRAM and NAND flash memory parts - crucial for the smooth functioning of the console's onboard processor, and also in high demand for new smartphone releases - makes balancing the books for the PS5 retail price hard, and that Sony may even be putting off its pricing decision to figure out what cost to put on consumers. (more...)
- February 14, 2020
A report in Bloomberg suggests that the rising costs of DRAM and NAND flash memory parts - crucial for the smooth functioning of the console's onboard processor, and also in high demand for new smartphone releases - makes balancing the books for the PS5 retail price hard, and that Sony may even be putting off its pricing decision to figure out what cost to put on consumers. (more...)
Apple set to release AirPods Pro Lite
- February 14, 2020
If that is indeed the case, the AirPods Pro Lite could also be the replacement for the regular AirPods . Apple is reportedly rumoured to be working on a new version of " AirPods Pro Lite" with its supply chain partners in Taiwan, according to a report by Taiwanese tech site DigiTimes (via MacRumors ). (more...)
- February 14, 2020
If that is indeed the case, the AirPods Pro Lite could also be the replacement for the regular AirPods . Apple is reportedly rumoured to be working on a new version of " AirPods Pro Lite" with its supply chain partners in Taiwan, according to a report by Taiwanese tech site DigiTimes (via MacRumors ). (more...)
Samsung's Version Of Airdrop Will Come To The Galaxy S20 Series First
- February 14, 2020
The Samsung executive's participation in the fashion industry's major show was made based on the collaboration of both companies for the Galaxy Z Flip phone. It's new phone season and Samsung has thrown down the gauntlet with its new S20, S20+ and S20 Ultra devices. The Galaxy s20 5G features a 6.2-inch WQHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display with a 20:9 aspect ratio and a refresh rate of 120Hz. (more...)
- February 14, 2020
The Samsung executive's participation in the fashion industry's major show was made based on the collaboration of both companies for the Galaxy Z Flip phone. It's new phone season and Samsung has thrown down the gauntlet with its new S20, S20+ and S20 Ultra devices. The Galaxy s20 5G features a 6.2-inch WQHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display with a 20:9 aspect ratio and a refresh rate of 120Hz. (more...)
Sarah Lawrence father charged with sex trafficking, exploiting daughter's college friends
- February 14, 2020
Ray was able to isolate his victims from their families and extorted approximately $1 million from at least five victims; forced certain victims to perform unpaid labor; and caused, through force, fraud, and coercion, at least one victim to engage in commercial sex acts, prosecutors claim. (more...)
- February 14, 2020
Ray was able to isolate his victims from their families and extorted approximately $1 million from at least five victims; forced certain victims to perform unpaid labor; and caused, through force, fraud, and coercion, at least one victim to engage in commercial sex acts, prosecutors claim. (more...)
MWC 2020 is officially cancelled over coronavirus concerns
- February 13, 2020
MWC is a yearly tech event hosted in Barcelona , Spain, since 2006. It's the world's biggest phone show, and lots of companies show off their latest phones at the event. Organizers were caught between risking potential backlash over public health concerns if they went ahead or facing big financial losses if they canceled , said Stephen Mears, a research analyst at Futuresource Consulting. (more...)
- February 13, 2020
MWC is a yearly tech event hosted in Barcelona , Spain, since 2006. It's the world's biggest phone show, and lots of companies show off their latest phones at the event. Organizers were caught between risking potential backlash over public health concerns if they went ahead or facing big financial losses if they canceled , said Stephen Mears, a research analyst at Futuresource Consulting. (more...)
Huawei Mate 30 Pro headed to the United Kingdom for £899
- February 13, 2020
But Huawei has officially announced the Mate 30 Pro will be coming to the United Kingdom for a retail price of £899 (~$1,162). It is available exclusively at Carphone Warehouse and you can register your interest . Instead, customers will be forced to use third-party app stores, including Huawei's App Gallery or the Amazon Appstore. Huawei's announcement comes on the day rival manufacturer Samsung is due to unveil its own new line of flagship smartphones, as well as a new foldable device, ... (more...)
- February 13, 2020
But Huawei has officially announced the Mate 30 Pro will be coming to the United Kingdom for a retail price of £899 (~$1,162). It is available exclusively at Carphone Warehouse and you can register your interest . Instead, customers will be forced to use third-party app stores, including Huawei's App Gallery or the Amazon Appstore. Huawei's announcement comes on the day rival manufacturer Samsung is due to unveil its own new line of flagship smartphones, as well as a new foldable device, ... (more...)
Judges Reject Apple Bid to Appeal VirnetX Patent Case
- February 13, 2020
Then in April 2018, a federal court in Texas ordered Apple to pay $502.6 million to VirnetX for violating four patents relating to internet-based communications, which mostly means the underlying technology behind Apple products like FaceTime and iMessage. (more...)
- February 13, 2020
Then in April 2018, a federal court in Texas ordered Apple to pay $502.6 million to VirnetX for violating four patents relating to internet-based communications, which mostly means the underlying technology behind Apple products like FaceTime and iMessage. (more...)
Apex Legends details the event Valentine's Appointment
- February 13, 2020
Apex Legends , which was very popular at the time of its debut, has lost its popularity for a number of reasons. TJ Denzer is a player with a passion for games that has dominated a lifetime. Elsewhere, Respawn has confirmed it is offering up two gun charms , with Valentine's Day makeovers of the Pathfinder and Nessie, while the Through the Heart Longbow and Love of the Game Pathfinder Frame also make a comeback. (more...)
- February 13, 2020
Apex Legends , which was very popular at the time of its debut, has lost its popularity for a number of reasons. TJ Denzer is a player with a passion for games that has dominated a lifetime. Elsewhere, Respawn has confirmed it is offering up two gun charms , with Valentine's Day makeovers of the Pathfinder and Nessie, while the Through the Heart Longbow and Love of the Game Pathfinder Frame also make a comeback. (more...)
CIA Spied on Governments Via Firm
- February 13, 2020
But the world has known about Crypto AG since at least 1995. The exclusive reports which revealed the dirty secrets of the agencies revealed that the account was identified as the CIA officer who operated the program and the company officials entrusted to execute it. (more...)
- February 13, 2020
But the world has known about Crypto AG since at least 1995. The exclusive reports which revealed the dirty secrets of the agencies revealed that the account was identified as the CIA officer who operated the program and the company officials entrusted to execute it. (more...)
Xiaomi Mi 10 series release: 108MP camera and 16GB RAM from ~RM2372
- February 13, 2020
Just like the Xiaomi Mi 10 , the Pro model comes with a 6.67-inch Full HD+ curved AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate . Next up, we find a 12MP short telephoto cam with 2x zoom, a 1/2.6-inch type sensor and f/2 aperture followed by an 8MP OIS long telephoto cam capable of 10x hybrid zoom with a 1/4.4-inch sensor and f/2 lens. (more...)
- February 13, 2020
Just like the Xiaomi Mi 10 , the Pro model comes with a 6.67-inch Full HD+ curved AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate . Next up, we find a 12MP short telephoto cam with 2x zoom, a 1/2.6-inch type sensor and f/2 aperture followed by an 8MP OIS long telephoto cam capable of 10x hybrid zoom with a 1/4.4-inch sensor and f/2 lens. (more...)
Samsung: Order the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Starting February 21
- February 13, 2020
The "freestop" hinge design allows the phone to stay open at nearly any angle, which it suggests is useful when, for example, you're propping it up in an "L" shape for Google Duo video calling. Probably not as the camera specs are a bit sparse but it is a pretty cool-looking device so if you only need one rear camera and a selfie camera, you might actually like it. (more...)
- February 13, 2020
The "freestop" hinge design allows the phone to stay open at nearly any angle, which it suggests is useful when, for example, you're propping it up in an "L" shape for Google Duo video calling. Probably not as the camera specs are a bit sparse but it is a pretty cool-looking device so if you only need one rear camera and a selfie camera, you might actually like it. (more...)
Android co-creator's smartphone startup, Essential, shuts down
- February 13, 2020
Andy Rubin's Essential launched its first phone in 2017 , and it turns out that will be its only phone. The Essential PH-1 received Android 10 on January 6th this year which shows how great they were with software updates. Rubin was reportedly paid $90M to leave Google after an investigation upheld a sexual assault complaint filed against him. In spite of all of that, Essential appeared to have all the ingredients for success - or at least, early on. (more...)
- February 13, 2020
Andy Rubin's Essential launched its first phone in 2017 , and it turns out that will be its only phone. The Essential PH-1 received Android 10 on January 6th this year which shows how great they were with software updates. Rubin was reportedly paid $90M to leave Google after an investigation upheld a sexual assault complaint filed against him. In spite of all of that, Essential appeared to have all the ingredients for success - or at least, early on. (more...)
WhatsApp now has more than two billion users around the world
- February 13, 2020
As a comparison, the latest figures show Facebook Messenger now comes second with 1.3 billion and WeChat has 1.13 billion. "As we conduct more of our lives online, protecting our conversations is more important than ever", it added. WhatsApp has said it will work towards strengthening security on the platform. Later in 2018, WhatsApp announced that it has 1.5 billion users around the world. (more...)
- February 13, 2020
As a comparison, the latest figures show Facebook Messenger now comes second with 1.3 billion and WeChat has 1.13 billion. "As we conduct more of our lives online, protecting our conversations is more important than ever", it added. WhatsApp has said it will work towards strengthening security on the platform. Later in 2018, WhatsApp announced that it has 1.5 billion users around the world. (more...)
Woolworths Has Already Knocked $250 Off The Samsung Galaxy S20
- February 13, 2020
It's got some pretty impressive specs and isn't a complete dealbreaker in the price range so it's likely the series will be a bit more palatable for those wanting high-end features but not wanting to pay a small fortune for them. "Combining Space Zoom, Singe Take, Bright Night and much more, the Galaxy S20 will be the most compelling smartphone on the market". The exhaustive list of all specifications differences between the S20 models is available here , but suffice it to say that there ... (more...)
- February 13, 2020
It's got some pretty impressive specs and isn't a complete dealbreaker in the price range so it's likely the series will be a bit more palatable for those wanting high-end features but not wanting to pay a small fortune for them. "Combining Space Zoom, Singe Take, Bright Night and much more, the Galaxy S20 will be the most compelling smartphone on the market". The exhaustive list of all specifications differences between the S20 models is available here , but suffice it to say that there ... (more...)
Federal judge approves T-Mobile and Sprint merger, dismisses antitrust lawsuit
- February 13, 2020
The deal got the nod from both the Justice Department and the Federal Communications Commission , thanks to an unusual commitment to create a new wireless player in Dish, a satellite TV company with a shrinking customer base. The merger still must be approved by the California Public Utilities Commission before it can become official. As for what happens after those three years - or what happens if the New T-Mobile doesn't keep its word - we'll just have to wait and see. (more...)
- February 13, 2020
The deal got the nod from both the Justice Department and the Federal Communications Commission , thanks to an unusual commitment to create a new wireless player in Dish, a satellite TV company with a shrinking customer base. The merger still must be approved by the California Public Utilities Commission before it can become official. As for what happens after those three years - or what happens if the New T-Mobile doesn't keep its word - we'll just have to wait and see. (more...)
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