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Antivirus Company Shuts Down Subsidiary After Being Caught Harvesting Users Data

People download antivirus software mostly for one thing: To protect their precious computers from malware. Some of these antivirus softwares are free and others require a subscription to use the software. PCMag and Motherboard did a joint investigation where they found out that Avast’s division collected user data from its antivirus software. The division, Jumpshot, […]

31 Jan 08:03 Techweez 8371727319726619712.html
County council launch free app to help people get the most out of services

The MyNotts app will make it easier to report potholes, arrange a wedding and find out more about visitor attractions

31 Jan 08:23 NottinghamshireLive 5149776703037907951.html
Google's New 'Tangi' Service Can Help You Learn DIY Skills

Google’s newest service, Tangi, is a short-form video platform that can help you learn and share new creative skills. It’s currently available as a website and an iOS app—no, it’s not ready for Android yet, which is strange given that it’s Google’s service, but there you go....

31 Jan 08:30 Lifehacker Australia 3742423168031137722.html
Tinder and Bumble under investigation over underage use, sex offenders, and data handling

Yesterday, a subcommittee announced an investigation into Tinder and Bumble for allegedly allowing minors and convicted sex offenders to use their services.

31 Jan 08:09 The Next Web 3990801509219419941.html
Google Search now features an SOS alert for the coronavirus outbreak

In partnership with WHO, Google on Thursday launched a new SOS alert on Search to help users find accurate information about the coronavirus.

31 Jan 08:00 Memeburn 7217585437888652791.html
IT Varsity snaps up local language apps provider

The Durban-based edtech company becomes the new custodian of Xander Apps, a provider of home language early childhood development apps.

31 Jan 08:14 ITWeb 642894139818552815.html
WhatsApp payments to be launched in several countries in next 6 months: Mark Zuckerberg

WhatsApp Pay started as a pilot programme in 2018 wherein a million Indian users participated. Overwhelmed by the response, Facebook is expanding the payments feature to more countries.

31 Jan 08:04 Business Today 1145527432537922257.html
Nintendo Says No New Switch Models Planned For 2020

Feel free to ignore those ethereal “Pro” rumours for a while.

31 Jan 08:24 Kotaku UK 2577526045690127936.html
Microsoft announces Xbox Bounty Program with bounty awards up to $20,000

Microsoft yesterday introduced the new Xbox Bounty Program. As part of this program, gamers, security researchers, and others can identify security vulnerabilities in the Xbox Live network and services and get bounty from the Xbox team. Depending on the severity and impact of the vulnerability and the quality of the submission, you can earn up …

31 Jan 08:09 MSPoweruser 1651641551342310452.html
Samsung Won’t Be Using Its Custom Exynos 990 for the Galaxy S20 Series in Its Home Market

Even if Samsung’s home market, where Exynos SoCs were used, the upcoming Galaxy S20 is expected to with Snapdragon 865

31 Jan 08:05 Wccftech 3677959678917124089.html
Woman sees grandfather on Google Maps Street View years after he died

A woman from Charlotte, North Carolina, discovered an image of her grandfather using Google Maps’ Street View feature

31 Jan 08:46 mirror 675785260021090341.html
Guide: Best Cheap Nintendo Switch Games - Switch eShop Deals (Europe)

Our regularly updated picks of discounted games on Switch

31 Jan 08:00 Nintendo Life 5246707019508684529.html
Ginni Rometty to step down as IBM chief executive

Tech giant has struggled to grow as it moves into new fields like cloud computing and artificial intelligence

31 Jan 08:24 The Irish Times 8204772968286489298.html
Transfer Deadline Day - the latest done deals and rumours

All the latest from the conclusion of the January transfer window.

31 Jan 08:17 Sports Mole 7750663361973358286.html
EU lawmakers vote in favor of common charger despite Apple’s plea

According to Apple, the move to adopt a universal charging standard for all phones will do more harm than good. EU lawmakers disagree.

31 Jan 08:58 Android Authority 5968532816165659326.html
Western Digital BiCS5 3D NAND Technology

Western Digital announced that that it has successfully developed its fifth-generation 3D NAND technology, BiCS5, continuing the company's leadership in delivering the industry's most advanced flash...

31 Jan 08:28 Guru3D.com 7287651563855337807.html
Facebook to remove coronavirus misinformation after WHO declares global emergency

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Facebook Inc said on Thursday it will take down misinformation about China’s fast-spreading coronavirus in a rare departure from its approach to health content, after the World Health Organization declared the outbreak a global health emergency.

31 Jan 08:51 Reuters 8334514181509196390.html
Podcast: Why Clearview AI's facial recognition is a privacy nightmare

On the latest Engadget Podcast, we chat about how an unknown startup's facial recognition tech may have killed privacy for good.

31 Jan 08:30 Engadget 96641515593766181.html
Huawei Mate X2 Will Feature Stylus & Six Cameras, New Patent Reveals - Gizchina.com

Huawei Mate X2 Will Feature Stylus & Six Cameras, New Patent Reveals5 (100%) 1 vote After the successful launch of Mate X, Huawei is now ...

31 Jan 08:36 Gizchina 5392375275184900185.html
Amazon’s latest milestone: 150 million Prime members

Amazon said part of the reason for the jump in Prime members is its promise to deliver more of its goods in one day instead of the two.

31 Jan 08:58 The Indian Express 2885715104958364363.html
Samsung patents a futuristic Galaxy smartphone with 3 Displays and a Round Notch

A new Samsung patent has surfaced which showcases a unique and futuristic design. The patents revealed a Galaxy smartphone with a round edge/notch and comprise of three separate displays. Looking at the images provided, the Samsung smartphone is made of two round sub-displays that are placed at the bottom and at the top of the …

31 Jan 08:21 Gizmochina 1751854815199154283.html
Did Apple Spend Billions on Improving Version of Maps?

Apple is always one of the forward thinkers and now chooses to invest a chunk of their profit in improving maps to make it one of the more used navigation apps out there.

31 Jan 08:01 Tech Times 4011848568637470705.html
Facebook To Curb Spread Of Fake News About Novel Coronavirus With Health Ministries Worldwide

The World Health Organisation has deemed the novel coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. And it doesn't help that, as

31 Jan 08:39 Lowyat.NET 6894342420270791499.html
Cybersecurity: Lessons learned from live exercises

Exelon IT and cybersecurity experts shared their insights during a session at DISTRIBUTECH International in San Antonio, US.

31 Jan 08:56 ESI-Africa.com 2679729876821379335.html
Samsung Galaxy S20 pre-registrations open ahead of official announcement

Samsung has opened pre-registrations for the Galaxy S20 series ahead of its official announcement next month. This is different from a pre-order as Samsung will only inform you about its availability.

31 Jan 08:00 Neowin 8633418616510664521.html
Google issues coronavirus ‘SOS Alert’ in Search, here’s what that means

When you search for coronavirus on Google, you will get quick access to safety tips, info, resources & Twitter updates from WHO.

31 Jan 08:55 Android Authority 5968532815301896035.html
FBI Probing Israeli Firm That Could Have Supplied Tools to Spy on Amazon’s Jeff Bezos – Report

The US-based advisory firm that investigated the hacking of Jeff Bezos’s phone concluded that it was likely compromised through a WhatsApp chat with an account allegedly used by the Saudi Crown Prince. They also suggested that the malware that targeted Bezos came from an Israeli company. Both Saudi Arabia and the Israeli company denied any role.

31 Jan 08:37 Sputniknews 967333867629741009.html
Huawei overtakes Apple to get 2nd place in CY 2019

Despite the challenges that they are facing, Huawei still seems to be doing well in terms of smartphone shipment and in 2019, they have slightly overtaken Apple to become the 2nd top brand. This is…

31 Jan 08:25 Android Community 7463818292633643524.html
Your Phone app’s navigation bar will now display your smartphone’s wallpaper

Microsoft’s Your Phone is a great app that makes it easier for you to access your smartphone’s messages and photos from Windows 10 PC. Now, Microsoft is working towards making the Your Phone app look more like your smartphone. And it seems Microsoft wants to first start with the navigation menu of the app. The …

31 Jan 08:00 MSPoweruser 1651641549372028537.html
Coronavirus: Amazon, Microsoft Employ Thousands of China-Born Employees

The huge population of China-born professionals in the United State is prompting many companies to ask them not to travel to China.

31 Jan 08:37 Breitbart 3148363491125465380.html
Review: Pioneer's AVIC-W8500NEX System Upgrades Your Car With Wireless CarPlay and More

Pioneer has long been one of the biggest names in aftermarket car audio, and the company's lineup of NEX receivers offers a terrific option for...

31 Jan 13:41 MacRumors 9068921604430796262.html
Best Windows 10 apps this week

Three-hundred-and-seventy-one in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 on the Microsoft Store in the past seven days.

31 Jan 13:17 BetaNews 3764252313791434247.html
Apple is a top three PC vendor for enterprise, report claims

When it comes to corporate notebook purchasing, Macs are just as likely a choice as HP, with Dell still ahead, according to Changewave.

31 Jan 13:43 Computerworld 8450890021340115592.html
If you're still running Android 2.3.7 Gingerbread, WhatsApp will stop working for you tomorrow

The day has come. We knew it was upon us, we prepared for it, we stocked supplies just in case it brought on the apocalypse, and now all we can do is

31 Jan 13:11 Android Police 6171356415415419658.html
Microsoft to shut down Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps

Microsoft will shut down the Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps this June. As a result, developers have to look at different sources of income and other ways to monetize their apps.

31 Jan 13:56 Windows Central 7807657681306118507.html
Apple’s next iPhone will have a Touch ID button − on its side

Apple’s next iPhone will have something no other iPhone has had before − drum roll, please − a side-mounted Touch ID button.

31 Jan 13:28 Trusted Reviews 12694855140177364.html
USD/CAD eases from tops, still well bid near 200-DMA post-US/Canadian data

The USD/CAD pair trimmed a part of its early gains to seven-week tops, albeit still managed to hold with modest daily gains above the 1.3200 mark post

31 Jan 13:47 FXStreet 4480975638410128478.html
The PS5 desperately needs digital game gifting when it launches

Xbox already has digital game gifting, but Sony has no form of it to speak of. In fact, Sony made it harder to gift digital games by removing full game codes off of storefronts other than the PlayStation Store. The PS5 should launch with digital game gifting.

31 Jan 13:15 Android Central 29040142238465113.html
MWC 2020: Nokia Starts Sending Out Invites For February 23 Launch Event

HMD Global, the company that owns the license to use the Nokia brand name for smartphones, has started sending out invitations for their launch event scheduled to be held later next month. According ...

31 Jan 13:35 The Inquisitr 1745625231530073995.html
Hyperledger Foundation Introduces Second Software Release of its Open-Source DLT Platform, Hyperledger Fabric

The Hyperledger Foundation has introduced the second software release of its open-source distributed ledger technology (DLT) platform, known as Hyperledger Fabr

31 Jan 13:07 Crowdfund Insider 6834688073033358648.html
How to control and play music on iPhone from your Apple Watch

Leave your iPhone on the table or in your bag. Here’s how to control music on iPhone from Apple Watch so you can play, pause, or shuffle it, and more.

31 Jan 13:30 iDownloadBlog.com 3326243715718327601.html
Apple Wants to Standardize SMS One -Time Passcodes Format for Enhanced Security

Apple's WebKit engineers have proposed a new standardized SMS One-Time Passcodes for enhanced security through two methods.

31 Jan 13:10 Wccftech 3677959678044408627.html
iPhone 11 Randomly Disconnects From LTE in Dual SIM Mode, Are You Affected Too?

Whether it's an iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro or iPhone 11 Pro Max, the phone randomly disconnects from LTE and reconnects while using dual SIM.

31 Jan 13:00 Wccftech 3677959678604735697.html
Apple TV gains 11 new underwater screen savers for you to sit and stare at

Apple has somehow managed to turn screensavers into an art form. And now we have 11 more to enjoy.

31 Jan 13:05 iMore 3803412790767891596.html
Purported Samsung Galaxy A41 Geekbench listing with Helio P65 and 4 GB RAM spotted

The purported Samsung Galaxy A41 with model number SM-A415F has appeared on Geekbench. The appearance of Samsung Galaxy A41 on the benchmarking platform today hints at Samsung’s plan of expanding its 2020 Galaxy A-series. Last year, Samsung’s Galaxy A-line was a huge success and the company would certainly want to cash on it with newer …

31 Jan 13:40 Gizmochina 1751854815817589900.html
Researchers build a robot hand that cools itself with sweaty fingers

The sweaty fingers proved extremely effective, and could pave the way for self-sliming robot slugs in the future.

31 Jan 13:10 TechRadar 2111116916442142985.html
How to control and play music on iPhone from your Apple Watch

Leave your iPhone on the table or in your bag. Here’s how to control music on iPhone from Apple Watch so you can play, pause, or shuffle it, and more.

31 Jan 13:30 iDownloadBlog.com 3326243715780856833.html
New smart motorways will not open until after safety review, Government confirms

A minister has branded them a "death-trap"

31 Jan 13:49 Derbyshire Live 9061707931011000100.html
World governments 'moving fast' to overhaul taxes for tech giants

A consortium of 137 countries has agreed to revamp tax rules to close decades-old loopholes for multinational corporations. It's prompted by the rise of digital firms but Apple, for one, has been a vocal supporter of reform.

31 Jan 13:55 AppleInsider 3257742453599190962.html
Here’s why Microsoft’s Xbox Project xCloud feels like the future of video games

Microsoft's Project xCloud is one of the coolest things I've experienced in the gaming space in several years.

31 Jan 13:06 mobilesyrup 1267416332392573274.html
Are folding displays or dual screens better? The answer is ... complicated.

Foldable screens and dual displays are a hot topic in the PC and phone worlds this year, and each category has its advantages. Here are some examples.

31 Jan 13:57 Windows Central 7807657680894958946.html
Huawei may not return to Android ecosystem if forced to

Reports have been floating around that the U.S. government may eventually retract its ban on Huawei as relations with China continue to improve. But apparently, Huawei thinks it may not need Google…

31 Jan 13:00 Android Community 7463818293292404446.html
Comment: An Apple wireless charger makes sense even if it isn’t AirPower

It was reported earlier this week that we might see an Apple wireless charger after all, despite the AirPower debacle. Some have suggested this isn't ...

31 Jan 13:48 9to5Mac 8219339161954428180.html
Three new tech execs join WA's govt-wide digital office

Including the state’s first-ever digital chief.

31 Jan 13:50 iTnews 4425008560781897153.html
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9, Note 10 beat the Pixel to the February 2020 patch

The February 2020 security patch, as it is now rolling out for the Galaxy Note 9 and Note 10 right now — ahead of the Google Pixel.

31 Jan 13:06 9to5Google 6197440879818529976.html
How to Measure Almost Anything Using Your Phone

Your phone can do it all. It’s a portable music player, diary, digital camera, communication device, calculator, and just about everything else. But you might not have considered that it can also replace your measuring tape. With the right sensors on board and the right apps installed, you can measure more data with your phone than you might think.

31 Jan 13:30 Gizmodo 461714589600413321.html
The Sims 'for a new generation' could have online play

'Social interaction and competition' will become part of The Sims in future.

31 Jan 13:09 TechRadar 2111116914625775338.html
Samsung reveals the logo for the Galaxy Z Flip’s best feature

The defining feature of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, the successor of the Galaxy Fold, is its 6.7″ flexible Ultra-Thin Glass display. Samsung’s UTG is less than 100 micrometres thick, with a potential 30 µm display- equivalent to the thickness of human hair.  The main difference between Galaxy Z Flip and the RAZR is that …

31 Jan 13:00 MSPoweruser 1651641550039341491.html
Security Token: MERJ Exchange to List Tokenized Offering of Collectible Cars

MERJ Exchange, the official stock exchange of Seychelles and a marketplace seeking to leverage digital security offerings, has partnered with Liechtenstein-base

31 Jan 13:54 Crowdfund Insider 6834688072299054227.html
Masks, donations, and online salsa classes: Canadians worry, cope amid coronavirus outbreak

From self-quarantine to donating health supplies, Canadians who are in China or have relatives there are finding ways to cope amid worries over the coronavirus outbreak.

31 Jan 13:48 CTVNews 2422791598657536425.html
Android Auto gains ability to silence notifications when driving

The Android Auto 5.0.500224 update has now finally added the ability to silence notifications for a less distracting driving experience.

31 Jan 13:11 9to5Google 6197440880068753118.html
Facebook's iffy past practices with facial recognition just cost it $550 million

While governments worldwide are starting to add facial recognition software to public cameras, Facebook has settled its long-term legal dispute concerning

31 Jan 13:00 Android Police 6171356414834370981.html
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Nintendo Switch Console Pre-Orders Are Up

Last night, Nintendo unveiled a Nintendo Switch console with design inspired by the upcoming game [...]

31 Jan 13:50 Comicbook.com 8601098217274401316.html
Here's Why The OnePlus 8 Will Almost Definitely Arrive With Wireless Charging Support

OnePlus may have just provided a gigantic hint that wireless charging support is headed to the OnePlus 8, as it has joined the Wireless Power Consortium.

31 Jan 13:38 HotHardware 6258404626344654776.html
Overview: This is when all 2020 F1 cars will be unveiled

With Williams now having revealed when they will be presenting their 2020 challenger, we now have the complete list of all 10 teams: here is the overview when they all unveil their cars!

31 Jan 13:08 GPblog.com 9117728200049485231.html
Nintendo Says No New Switch Models Planned For 2020

Despite already announcing and releasing a new Switch model in 2019, rumours that Nintendo would release another variant of its latest console—a beefier, fancier “Pro” version—have refused to go away. So Nintendo has come out and just flat out said it: there are no new Switch models coming. At least in 2020....

31 Jan 13:30 Kotaku Australia 2018810247240834764.html
Apple supplier LG Display posts fourth quarterly loss in a row

Loss smaller than expected.

31 Jan 13:56 iTnews 4425008561213289604.html
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) Miners Gaming the Network Amid Low Transaction Volume

Despite attempts to improve the difficulty adjustment protocol for Bitcoin Cash (BCH), miners are still able to ‘game’ the network while transaction volumes remain significantly low.

31 Jan 13:00 BTC Manager 8549607151605784314.html
Ted Bundy's First Known Survivor Speaks Out for the First Time in Amazon Doc: 'It Was Horrible'

'Ted Bundy: Falling for a Killer' features women in his life or affected by his crimes opening up on camera for the first time.

31 Jan 13:40 Entertainment Tonight 7101181082565498669.html
The Galaxy S20 might be my next phone if Samsung can fix its cameras

The Galaxy S20 is shaping up to be one of the best phones on the market, but it's going to take a much-improved camera experience to convince me to switch.

31 Jan 13:30 Android Central 29040143852566536.html
Thornbury Picture House 'first' with regular virtual reality screenings

Long touted as the future of cinema, Virtual Reality is being put to the test with regular sessions at a Melbourne movie house.

31 Jan 13:00 The Age 7967730562843858448.html
Zimbabwean entrepreneur invents tech that turns a tree into a WiFi hub

‘Trees of Knowledge’ will convert trees and rural landmarks into educational WiFi hubs in Africa.

31 Jan 13:16 ITWeb 642894140320603279.html
How to Measure Almost Anything Using Your Phone

Your phone can do it all. It’s a portable music player, diary, digital camera, communication device, calculator, and just about everything else. But you might not have considered that it can also replace your measuring tape. With the right sensors on board and the right apps installed, you can measure more data with your phone than you might think.

31 Jan 13:30 Gizmodo 461714589286141909.html
Apple unveils revamped map app to challenge Google

Apple on Thursday said it has finished rolling out an overhauled map app in the US in another attempt to challenge Google's popular smartphone navigation software.

31 Jan 13:04 The Guardian 7580308504278561608.html
Signe lets you use numeric gestures as shortcuts to apps and websites

Enter Signe, a new and free jailbreak tweak that lets you invoke numeric gestures from anywhere to launch your favorite apps or visit your favorite websites.

31 Jan 12:30 iDownloadBlog.com 3326243716609082101.html
Microsoft is offering up to $20,000 to researchers who find bugs in Xbox

Microsoft is handing out up to $20,000 to security researchers who can unearth vulnerabilities in Xbox.

31 Jan 12:21 Plugged | The Next Web 3990801508989086450.html
Facebook fights spread of coronavirus misinformation

As misinformation about the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread, Facebook has announced several countermeasures. This is the new reality.

31 Jan 12:40 VentureBeat 6273363635483258000.html
Apple's defense of iPhone Lightning fails: Standard charger law due by summer 2020

European lawmakers have ignored Apple's arguments against a common mobile charger.

31 Jan 12:31 ZDNet 591556593598337358.html
Websites selling Primark online meaning you can avoid the queues

Despite there being no official online store there are online retailers selling its products

31 Jan 12:19 Liverpool Echo 7727211173913153186.html
Lille-based Hootside raises €1.6 million to develop its AR video games app

French startup Hootside (previously Augmenteo), an augmented reality video game studio, has raised €1.6 million. The funds will be used to develop its AR games app, grow its team by 60%, acquire the rights to operate new popular franchises, and expand its presence in France and abroad.

31 Jan 12:00 EU-Startups 1488873443179582238.html
'The First Thing That Comes Up On Google': The Nightmare Of Facebook Listing Your Butthole As A Place

Samantha Rae Anna Jespersen never expected to be asked for articles of incorporation for her butthole. But that’s the kind of cold-stupid question she would come to expect over the years in a nightmarish search for a human being in the gears and cogs of the Facebook Support apparatus....

31 Jan 12:00 Gizmodo AU 3183561247495700536.html
Realme UI (Android 10) stable update is rolling out for the Realme XT

Realme is expanding the rollout of Android 10-based Realme UI stable update. The company shared the files for those who want to manually flash it.

31 Jan 12:27 Gizchina 5392375276352104604.html
The Advantages of Wearable Tech According to Fitness Coach Jolene Cherry

For those still on the fence, below, Ms. Cherry reviews below the key advantages to be gained from aligning tech to your physical activity

31 Jan 12:03 Tech Times 4011848567243322571.html
IBM turns to technologist chief for cloud computing battle

Arvind Krishna has already pushed group to catch up with cloud computing leaders

31 Jan 12:30 Financial Times 707176890060873766.html
Apple Maps overhauled but will be available to US users for now

The modern smartphone user has gotten so used to navigating around using a map software that it's not wrong to say some are hopeless without one. Recently, Apple saw fit to release a newly redesigned Maps software for all iOS users in the United States.

31 Jan 12:30 TechNave 4010909133269089084.html
Nintendo announces new Switch console inspired by 'Animal Crossing'

Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Nintendo has announced a new Animal Crossing: New Horizons-themed Switch console that will launch on March 13.

31 Jan 12:06 UPI 8257973864318430347.html
Nintendo is releasing a limited edition Animal Crossing Switch and it looks like paradise

Feast your eyes on the brand new dreamy special Nintendo Switch Animal Crossing edition console, available to buy with a download code in gorgoeus pastels.

31 Jan 12:05 Trusted Reviews 12694855036922379.html
Hong Kong-based Digital Asset Exchange Bitfinex Introduces Margin Trading for Tether’s New Gold-backed Stablecoin

Hong Kong-based digital asset exchange Bitfinex has introduced margin trading for Tether gold (XAU₮). Beginning on January 30, 2020, the exchange has confi

31 Jan 12:56 Crowdfund Insider 6834688073032643141.html
Forget the Switch Pro Controller, this Wireless Pokémon themed alternative is just £29.99

There is now a reduction on the Pokémon Shield branded PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller for the Nintendo Switch - but stock is selling out.

31 Jan 12:58 Trusted Reviews 12694856012482777.html
Coronavirus forcing Google, Apple to take precautionary measures

Silicon Valley is bracing for the coronavirus outbreak to impact its bottom line as Google closed its offices in China and Apple.

31 Jan 12:23 Vanguard News 4125100340855740446.html
Did Samsung just accidentally leak the official Galaxy S20 release date?

Samsung may have mistakenly revealed the release date for the Galaxy S20 series. By the looks of it, the phones will arrive on March 6.

31 Jan 12:15 Android Authority 5968532817142230025.html
Sony's First Android-Powered Walkman Is Damn Compelling

Why would anyone want a Walkman in the streaming age? That’s the question I asked myself when I first fiddled with the small Sony NW-A105. One month later, I’ve learned enough about the music player to answer that question and many more. Sometimes its good to cut out the distractions of texts and phone calls and...

31 Jan 12:00 Gizmodo AU 3183561246702416462.html
Six Deals You Need To Know About In Australia Today

Everyone loves a good deal and no one understands that better than the writers here at Lifehacker. To get you started today, here are some online sales worth emptying your digital wallets for, including cheap laptops, electric scooters, portable aircons and more....

31 Jan 12:15 Lifehacker Australia 3742423169431825859.html
Microsoft to block crapware downloads in its Edge browser

Annoying apps with ads, notification spam, or crypto miners are getting blocked

31 Jan 12:35 The Verge 1337119303429129931.html
Amazon wants Alexa to feel normal, Google wants its assistant to feel nostalgic

One wants to make you feel comfortable, the other wants to make you feel sad

31 Jan 12:00 The Verge 1337119304648745559.html
Do you intend to buy iPhone 9 if all the rumors are true?

All signs are that it's coming. But will anyone buy it?

31 Jan 12:23 iMore 3803412791869313366.html
Download Gcam 7.3 APK mod for all Android devices

Google Camera App is popularly known for its overwhelming and mystical features. Pixel smartphones are blessed to have official support for the Google Camera App with features like Astrophotography mode and more. Google has recently pushed the Google Camera App v7.3 with several new features and enhancements. There are specific bug fixes that improve the …

31 Jan 12:34 Gizmochina 1751854816388776232.html
Air New Zealand update on Shanghai services

31 January 2020

31 Jan 12:26 SCOOP 5315658999876042546.html
Nubia executive teases smartphone with 80W fast charging capabilities

Earlier today (31st January 2020), Ni Fei, the CEO and Co-Founder of Nubia, shared a post on Weibo, a Chinese microblogging website, to tease an upcoming 5G smartphone with an impressive 80W fast charging capabilities. In the Weibo post, Ni Fei shared an image as well which contained certain details and statistics regarding a smartphone …

31 Jan 12:28 Gizmochina 1751854814699124088.html
Public Wi-Fi is a Lot Safer Than You Think

Jacob Hoffman-Andrews, writing for EFF: If you follow security on the Internet, you may have seen articles warning you to "beware of public Wi-Fi networks" in cafes, airports, hotels, and other public places. But now, due to the widespread deployment of HTTPS encryption on most popular websites, adv...

31 Jan 12:23 mobile.slashdot.org 5453861667025957373.html
Facebook bans coronavirus fake news, false cures and conspiracy theories

Social network says people are sharing videos which claim drinking bleach will beat the feared disease.

31 Jan 12:35 Metro 970161748654240079.html
Nintendo has "no plans" for new Switch model in 2020

Not mushroom beside PS5 and Xbox Series X.

31 Jan 12:24 Eurogamer.net 1957885127395255794.html
Apple TV adds another eleven stunning underwater video screensavers

Earlier this week, Apple released eleven new underwater screensavers for the Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K. If you are using the Aerial screensaver, the Apple TV will automatically download them and appear in the rotation alongside the existing videos. The new videos were added sometime this week, around Monday or Tuesday. The new […]

31 Jan 12:44 9to5Mac 8219339159911066031.html
Galileo Return Link Service replies to SOS messages worldwide

The Galileo Return Link Service, which allows people in distress to receive automatic acknowledgement that their signal has been received, is now live.

31 Jan 12:28 Electronics Weekly.com 6636672080151594834.html
Bitfinex Users Can Now Trade Tether Gold Stablecoin Against Bitcoin

After launching trading of gold-pegged stablecoin Tether Gold last week, Bitfinex cryptocurrency exchange now allows users to trade Tether Gold against Bitcoin.

31 Jan 12:54 Cointelegraph 3050247241260945652.html
Autonomous vehicles could benefit health if cars are electric and shared

What impact will self-driving cars have on public health? The Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) has taken part in a study that analyzed the potential risks and benefits of autonomous vehicles ...

31 Jan 12:16 Tech Xplore 4945708898592744802.html
Microsoft's Surface Book 3 Leaks In New Benchmarks With Ice Lake, GeForce GTX Max-Q GPUs

The first configuration features an Intel Ice Lake-based Core i7-1065G7 processor (4 cores/8 threads) and a GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU.

31 Jan 12:02 HotHardware 6258404624995844684.html
A future Apple Pencil could give your fingers haptic feedback − without ruining your work

Apple is looking at using equal forces that simultaneously push in opposite directions across the width of the stylus, without directly opposing each other.

31 Jan 12:19 Trusted Reviews 12694854244366826.html
Cancer is ‘terminal,’ Willie K says in Facebook post | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

After being diagnosed with lung cancer in early 2018, Maui-based entertainer Willie Kahaiali‘i, better known as Willie K, announced via Facebook this week that his diagnosis is terminal.

31 Jan 12:02 Star-Advertiser 3439335389556363841.html
10 best smartwatches for iPhone users: Apple Watch alternatives

If you're an iPhone owner and you're hunting for a smartwatch the Apple Watch is naturally the perfect choice – but it costs a lot and the battery life is terrible. If that bothers you, there are plenty of alternatives. There's a whole host of iPhone-compatible smartwatches on the market with features that Apple's devices…

31 Jan 12:48 Wareable 1195871720565557598.html
USD/JPY pares early gains, turns flat below 109 ahead of US data

The USD/JPY pair struggles to make a meaningful recovery on Friday as investors continue to stay close to safe-haven assets such as the JPY amid heigh

31 Jan 12:27 FXStreet 4480975640177108374.html
Microsoft will award up to $20K for finding vulnerabilities in Xbox Live

For those interested in becoming part of the Xbox Bounty Program, the company is offering monetary awards ranging between $500 to $20,000 for identifying security vulnerabilities in its Xbox Live service.

31 Jan 12:37 TechSpot 7732733960690972666.html
Star Wars Battlefront 2 New Video Showcases Impressive Ahsoka Tano Mod

A new Star Wars Battlefront 2 video that has been released online showcasing an impressive mod which will introduce Ahsoka Tano to the game

31 Jan 12:12 Wccftech 3677959678912638979.html
OnePlus may finally support wireless charging in its next phone

OnePlus has shied away from wireless charging for quite a while, but not anymore. As spotted first by MobileScout, the company has joined Wireless Power Consortium (WPC), the industry body that regulates standards for Qi wireless charging used by the majority of smartphones.

31 Jan 12:38 Plugged | The Next Web 3990801509880631932.html
PSTET preliminary answer key 2018 released: How to download, raise objections

PSTET answer key: Candidates who appeared for the test can download the same from the official website, pseb.ac.in or pstet.net. They can raise objections against the same till February 3, 2020, 3 pm.

31 Jan 12:33 The Indian Express 2885715105723352255.html
The limited edition Animal Crossing: New Horizons Nintendo Switch is totes adorbs

Nintendo have unveiled a frankly super cute limited edition Nintendo Switch for Animal Crossing: New Horizons that will have Animal Crossing fans squeeing in delight. As well as some leafy themed carr

31 Jan 12:43 tsa 6447108927575825647.html
Google opens its first Developers Space in Africa

Tech giant Google has officially opened the doors of its first Google Developer Space that would be set up in Africa. The tech hub was unveiled in Nigeria and is in line with the tech giant’s vision to grow Africa’s tech space. The company had made a commitment in 2017 to start the Launchpad Accelerator …

31 Jan 12:30 Gizmochina 1751854815856491309.html
UPTET Answer Key 2019-20 released HIGHLIGHTS: How to download, check result date

UPTET Final Answer Key 2019-2020 Paper 1 and 2 HIGHLIGHTS: The answer key of the TET is available at these websites- updeled.gov.in, upbasiceduboard.gov.in. The result will be released on February 7, 2020

31 Jan 12:45 The Indian Express 2885715104503125651.html
Vennart take aim at online trolls with new single Dick Privilege

Mike Vennart reveals his inspiration for the new track came after “incurring the wrath of the far right” over the festive period

31 Jan 12:56 Prog 2174237039843344247.html
Microsoft Finally Fixes Windows 10 1909 File Explorer Issues With KB4532695

Microsoft Finally Fixes Windows 10 1909 File Explorer Issues with Latest Update (KB4532695) That Froze Search Bar Experience for Some Users.

31 Jan 12:59 Wccftech 3677959677900080437.html
A new Moto G8 phone could come with a stylus, like the Samsung Galaxy Note 10

Hands-on pictures of the rumored Motorola stylus phone have leaked, and it looks a startling amount like the Moto G8 Plus.

31 Jan 10:49 TechRadar 2111116914898750093.html
Bitmoji TV launched: New cartoons featuring your Bitmoji every week on Snapchat

Each episode will feature your Bitmoji along with the Bitmojis of your friends play roles in scripted episodes, which have been written by the Bitmoji team.

31 Jan 10:36 The Indian Express 2885715104698419957.html
These 3 Numbers Explain Why Amazon Is Dominating Everything Right Now

Amazon's best-ever quarter is about these three things.

31 Jan 10:40 Inc.com 8604986416632232176.html
Huawei is not looking back to using Google (but still leaving the door open)

Yes, the trade war is still on-going which unfortunately placed Huawei in an awkward situation. Starting from the Mate 30 series onward, they won't be able to use any Google mobile services (GMS) but according to new insights from Fred Wangfei, a Huawei executive, he said that the company probably won't return to using GMS even if the ban is lifted by the US government.

31 Jan 10:06 TechNave 4010909133043656724.html
Google Earth app will now show the stars when you zoom out

The Google Earth app will now show you stars surrounding the planet when you zoom out, because, you know, stars are a thing.

31 Jan 10:30 Memeburn 7217585437476168605.html
How the iPad quietly transformed computing

10 years after launch, some analysts say the device hasn't proven to be as revolutionary as its initial promise. Really?

31 Jan 10:35 The Week 149215354374719648.html
Sony Is Asking PS4 Owners If They Want Remote Play On The Nintendo Switch

A 'DualShock with a screen' is also mentioned

31 Jan 10:30 Nintendo Life 5246707019317528150.html
Nokia’s next flagship rumoured to have a feature we want on the iPhone 12

Nokia is testing an under-display selfie camera, according to a new un-unconfirmed leak. A Tweet has suggested that the new camera was currently in testing.

31 Jan 10:53 Trusted Reviews 12694855834402758.html
Telecoms group Orange chooses Nokia and Ericsson for French 5G network

PARIS, Jan 31 — Orange, France’s biggest telecoms company, said it had chosen Nokia and Ericsson to deploy its 5G network in mainland France, as China’s Huawei Technologies faces intense political scrutiny in Europe. “For Orange, the deployment of 5G represents a huge challenge and is one...

31 Jan 10:30 Malaymail 302165936118887162.html
Microsoft launches Xbox bug bounty program with rewards of $20,000 or more

Gamers, security researchers, and everyone else can report security vulnerabilities

31 Jan 10:09 The Verge 1337119303613271759.html
Samsung to Microsoft: The Xbox Series X should support ultrawide monitors

Speaking to PCGamesN, Samsung said it is pushing Microsoft to enable ultrawide aspect ratios on its consoles, possibly starting with the Xbox Series X that launches this holiday season. “We’re pushing, we’re talking,” a Samsung rep told the publication.…

31 Jan 10:20 TechSpot 7732733960122217985.html
Daily Deal: FenSens Smart Wireless Solar Powered Backup Camera

The FenSens Smart Wireless Solar Powered Backup Camera is perfect for any car with a truly 100% wireless aftermarket option for...

31 Jan 10:40 Techdirt 1456370857019245027.html
It's official: that new Nintendo Switch isn't coming this year

Nintendo CEO Shuntaro Furukawa shuts down rumors of a Switch console refresh in the coming months.

31 Jan 10:41 TechRadar 2111116915598433939.html
Huawei phones will never use Google Mobile Services again, according to exec

According to a Huawei executive, even if the Google app ban is lifted the company still won't use them on its phones.

31 Jan 10:00 TechRadar 2111116915171578414.html
Google responds to claims of poor Stadia communications, says it’s “up to publishers” to announce games

Earlier this week, the anger from the Stadia Reddit spilled over when early adopters realised they’d been with no worthwhile updates from Google regarding the streaming platform for over 40 days. A…

31 Jan 10:30 Critical Hit 8797780291879382514.html
A projector had far too much fun with car tech

Stop it. You can fool a Tesla Autopilot system with a projector?

31 Jan 10:20 Tech Xplore 4945708897997732121.html
Google is trying to steal Amazon's protesting employees

The irony of the whole situat­ion was that Google is also in the middle of a crackd­own on labor activi­sm

31 Jan 10:40 The Express Tribune 1105816786158350048.html
Facebook and Google are fighting coronavirus misinformation

Google and Facebook are attempting to stay ahead of coronavirus conspiracy theories and fake cures.

31 Jan 10:45 Engadget 96641514999893514.html
Facebook and Instagram to remove coronavirus misinformation

Including claims about false cures or prevention

31 Jan 10:41 The Verge 1337119303651985035.html
Jawaani Jaaneman Hit by Tamilrockers: Saif Ali Khan Starrer Leaked Online by Piracy Site For Free HD Downloading

Tamilrockers Leak Saif Ali Khan Film Jawaani Jaaneman, Here's Why You Should Not Watch The Pirated Version.

31 Jan 10:37 India News, Breaking News, Entertainment News | India.com 7150386082685590675.html
‘Pati Patni Aur Woh’ premieres on Amazon Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video has premiered comedy ‘Pati Patni Aur Woh’ on its platform, a month after its theatrical release. The film starring Kartik Aaryan, Bhumi Pednekar and Ananya Panday, is a remake of the 70s classic film of the same name. It revolves around Chintu Tyagi, who is an ordinary, middle class man who finds […]

31 Jan 10:45 BizAsia 5200305000531984328.html
Global smartphone sales of 2019 revealed, with Apple taking top spot in Q4 2019

With 2019 over, it was only a matter of time before analysts shared the big numbers for 2019. Research organisations have provided a few interesting facts to chew on, such as how Samsung still holds the largest smartphone market share, Huawei overtaking Apple for the overall second spot, and Apple managing to snag a top spot for Q4 2019.

31 Jan 10:06 TechNave 4010909133591587875.html
Moto G Stylus live images, specs on Geekbench sighted online

Last week, we told you about the possibility of Motorola releasing a new smartphone with stylus. It may be something like the Samsung Galaxy Note or an LG Stylo but we highly doubt now if it will b…

31 Jan 10:00 Android Community 7463818292196331280.html
Buy the Bloodshed in Twitter Stock After the Q4 Earnings Release

Twitter stock tumbled badly following the underlying company’s Q3 earnings report and unfortunately, Q4 may not be so hot either. But there are enough positives in this story to warrant a contrarian mindset.

31 Jan 10:01 InvestorPlace 24614511017335566.html
WhatsApp Payments coming to more countries in coming six months: Zuckerberg

WhatsApp Payments could be coming soon to more countries in the next six months, is what Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed. But there's no clarity on when India will get WhatsApp Payments.

31 Jan 10:15 The Indian Express 2885715104042539638.html
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (Note 11) Release Date, Price & Spec Rumours

King of the phablets is not down yet. Here's what to expect from a potential Samsung Galaxy Note 20, successor to the flagship Note 10.

31 Jan 10:40 Tech Advisor 6450858317320592956.html
U.S. to discuss whether online platforms should be liable for users’ posts

The U.S. Justice Department will hold a public meeting to discuss a federal law that exempts online platforms from legal liability for users' posts.

31 Jan 10:12 VentureBeat 6273363636680656679.html
Zameen.com synergises data, technology and expertise to reboot Pakistan's property sector

The game-changi­ng tool Proper­ty Bank aims to make unaddr­essed proper­ty listin­gs approa­chable­

31 Jan 10:18 The Express Tribune 1105816787518351458.html
Flying Blind: 70% of Airport Websites Contain Vulnerabilities

Airport cybersecurity remains poor, according to a new report that tested the public-facing assets of 100 global airports. Amazon S3 buckets...

31 Jan 10:54 Computer Business Review 8072376452880818433.html
Galaxy Z Flip - Samsung's next foldable phone - probably won't support 5G

Samsung's next folding phone is unlikely to come with a 5G variant, if this FCC listing is to believed.

31 Jan 10:16 TechRadar 2111116915714080474.html
Tech Mahindra Q3 net profit slips 5% YoY to Rs 1,146 crore, revenue up 8%

In constant currency terms, revenue grew 4.3 per cent. In US dollar terms, revenue rose 5.1 per cent to $ 1,353 million.

31 Jan 10:02 Business-Standard 1502508924991219969.html
Xbox Series X will have an unprecedented frame rates, says Xbox head

Xbox Series X will have an unprecedented frame rates, says Xbox head Phil Spencer. He wants a very high refresh rate on the upcoming console.

31 Jan 10:01 Gizchina 5392375275017876204.html
iPhone SE 2 Plus could have a new style of fingerprint scanner

The iPhone SE 2 Plus could have an all-screen LCD display and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

31 Jan 10:36 TechRadar 2111116915784811316.html
Samsung Galaxy S20 release date officially confirmed - Gizchina.com

Samsung Galaxy S20 release date officially confirmed. it is said that deliveries will start on March 6. a few weeks after the official presentation.

31 Jan 10:37 Gizchina 5392375274674675933.html
Samsung Galaxy A41 spotted on Geekbench with a MediaTek processor

Samsung Galaxy A41 spotted on Geekbench with a MediaTek processor. It will arrive with a MediaTek Helio P65 processor and 4G of RAM.

31 Jan 10:22 Gizchina 5392375275344117891.html
Zuckerberg says he doesn’t need Facebook to be liked. That’s new

Mark Zuckerberg used to want everyone to like Facebook Inc. Now, he doesn’t care anymore.

31 Jan 10:16 TechCentral 724913820614403595.html
iPhone 11 and 11 Pro deals US: get the best prices for February 2020

Pre-order the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro and find the best deals and prices from retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart.

31 Jan 10:02 TechRadar 2111116916284825888.html
Google’s Top Trending Questions About JLo And Shakira Ahead Of Super Bowl Performance

Anticipation is building for Sunday's Super Bowl — and, for fans of Jennifer Lopez and Shakira, for their much-hyped halftime show. While fans will have to wait until the big day to see what the women have in store, that hasn't stopped them from hitting up Google to find out facts about the pair, and…

31 Jan 14:29 ET Canada 6735490620112001212.html
Phone Call Recording May Come to Pixel Phones Soon

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31 Jan 14:17 Extremetech 653399569359837959.html
Nintendo denies reports of new Switch model coming this year

Nintendo says it's not releasing a new Switch model in 2020.

31 Jan 14:36 VG247 6010161593349767269.html
Nintendo boss shuts down Switch Pro rumours: “We have no plans”

Despite rumours of Switch Pro mass production starting soon, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa claims it's not happening in 2020

31 Jan 14:47 Tech Advisor 6450858316905933624.html
Facebook working to curb fake cures on coronavirus outbreak, misinformation

Kang-Xing Jin, Facebook's head of health, said in a post that the social media platform's third-party fact-checkers are reviewing content and debunking false claims related to the coronavirus

31 Jan 14:35 Business-Standard 1502508924809267767.html
Let Waddle Dee Have An Apple, You Monsters

Waddle Dee is very expressive for a creature with no mouth.

31 Jan 14:59 Kotaku UK 2577526046273918724.html
Draft bill could penalize companies for using end-to-end encryption

Politicians would limit privacy in the name of protecting children.

31 Jan 14:41 Engadget 96641515428613653.html
Grab the Corsair K95 Platinum RGB mechanical keyboard for £139

That's a £20 saving on our favourite gaming keyboard.

31 Jan 14:28 PC Gamer 9149753395835169380.html
The eight best car dealerships in Derby according to Google reviews

Fancy a new motor?

31 Jan 14:02 Derbyshire Live 9061707930297975507.html
Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite and Note10 Lite To Be Available from RM 2299; Pre-Orders Receive Free Galaxy Fit

Samsung has officially announced that it will begin to offer the new Galaxy S10 Lite and Galaxy Note10 Lite in Malaysia starting from 7 February 2020.

31 Jan 14:00 Lowyat.NET 6894342420230838287.html
Nvidia GeForce Now could be priced to smash Google Stadia

There’s a lot of competition in the cloud gaming field, so Nvidia is apparently going for the throat on pricing.

31 Jan 14:05 TechRadar 2111116914638047560.html
Best Small Wireless Chargers For True Wireless Earbuds in 2020

You can charge true wireless earbuds in the charging case that pretty much every pair comes with. Yes, the same chargers you'd use to give your smartphones, smartwatches, and other Qi-enabled devices a wire-free battery boost. Here are the best options out there.

31 Jan 14:00 Android Central 29040143151182155.html
Microsoft NieRly Stopped Platinum from Developing on PS4

Xbox was looking to buy Japanese dev

31 Jan 14:45 Push Square 8538862517646773435.html
Embraer malfunction similar to 737 Max issue probed by NTSB

Investigators found the captain’s thumb switch that adjusts the trim had been installed upside down.

31 Jan 14:30 HeraldNet 3867135407964082791.html
Samsung Galaxy A51 & A71 first impressions: Applying the secret sauce

In the past, it was always a little hard to recommend mid-range Samsung smartphones. Despite being the largest smartphone maker in the world, with a wealth of products across pretty much every price point and major market, Samsung’s affordable devices always scored poorly on the price-to-performance scale.

31 Jan 14:44 SoyaCincau.com 3698931831606865787.html
Samsung cleverly reveals Galaxy S20 release date

All the speculations and rumors about the Galaxy S20 series of smartphones are going to end soon as Samsung is all set to hold its Unpacked event on February 11. The event will see Samsung unveiling three new products — Galaxy Buds+, Galaxy Z Flip, and Galaxy S20 series. According to previous rumors, the Galaxy …

31 Jan 14:00 MSPoweruser 1651641551283167862.html
'The infected are coming' Wuhan evacuees share journey home on Instagram

Passengers that have touched down at RAF Brize Norton will now spend 14 days in quarantine on the Wirral.

31 Jan 14:53 Metro 970161748309151090.html
Apple supplier Japan Display secures $936M bailout from Ichigo

Japan Display has been given a much-needed bailout, agreeing on Friday to an investment of up to 100.8 billion yen ($926 million) from Ichigo Asset Management, funds that will help keep the beleaguered Apple supplier in operation.

31 Jan 14:38 AppleInsider 3257742452956853333.html
The 49ers will win the Super Bowl, Alexa predicts, but Siri and Google Assistant won't say

The San Francisco 49ers are going to win the Super Bowl. That's what Amazon Alexa says anyway.

31 Jan 14:32 Tech Xplore 4945708899559963020.html
4.5 Years Later and Microsoft Reportedly Hits Its Goal of 1 Billion Windows 10 Devices

4.5 Years Later and Microsoft Reportedly Hits Its Goal of Powering 1 Billion Windows 10 Devices, the Company's Italian Website Confirms.

31 Jan 14:00 Wccftech 3677959678145502781.html
ASRB ICAR NET 2019 result declared: Steps to check marks online

ASRB ICAR NET 2019: Candidates can check result at asrb.org.in. Those obtaining 50 per cent marks will be considered qualified.

31 Jan 14:53 The Indian Express 2885715105324426734.html
POCO X2 leaked image shows a Redmi phone look-a-like

The secret has been out for some time. POCO is now independent of Xiaomi. It was something expected since we already heard before Xiaomi would putting an ending to the Pocophone line. Poco’s …

31 Jan 14:30 Android Community 7463818292395972258.html
Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite & Note 10 Lite Malaysia: Everything you need to know

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite and the Galaxy Note 10 Lite have finally arrived in Malaysia. These are the latest “budget” variants of the Galaxy 10 series which offers a large screen and huge battery.

31 Jan 14:13 SoyaCincau.com 3698931830838190221.html
iPhone and Android users are getting 117 new emoji in 2020

New year. New emoji.

31 Jan 14:51 Tech Xplore 4945708898447414571.html
Three suspects arrested in Maltese bank cyber-heist

Suspects used stolen funds to buy Rolex watches, along with a Jaguar and an Audi A5.

31 Jan 14:42 ZDNet 591556593701828641.html
Oppo 80W SuperVOOC charging feature gets exposed - Gizchina.com

Oppo 80W SuperVOOC charging technology has just been exposed in a leaked photo. According to official report it can charge a 4,000mAh battery in 20 minutes.

31 Jan 14:32 Gizchina 5392375275578188409.html
Motorola gearing up to release a Note 10 rival

Freshly leaked images show a new phone from the company, which packs four cameras and apparently has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor embedded in the | Trusted Reviews

31 Jan 14:13 Trusted Reviews 12694855907591852.html
Samsung patent shows off rounded phone design that looks a lot like a Sony PSP

The new Samsung patent shows a very unique design for a Galaxy smartphone with a rounded display on both ends. Check it out here.

31 Jan 14:43 Android Authority 5968532815705855747.html
Samsung Galaxy A71 & A51 Malaysia: Everything you need to know

Awesome screen, awesome came–OK enough. ENOUGH. The Samsung Galaxy A51 and A71 have finally launched in Malaysia as the company’s brand new duo. Here is everything you need to know about it.

31 Jan 14:07 SoyaCincau.com 3698931832839189803.html
Uber drivers cram in fares in countdown to app's Colombia departure

BOGOTA (Reuters) - Like a race car driver, Karen Londono is competing against the clock. She rests just four hours a day, trying to take as many fares as possible driving for Uber, before the application is deactivated in Colombia.

31 Jan 14:18 Reuters 8334514181138617014.html
Phone Hacks Can Happen to Anyone. Here’s How to Protect Yourself.

Start by knowing what could expose you to an attack, like vacation clues, hotel Wi-Fi and inadequate verification procedures.

31 Jan 14:00 NY Times 1961078289177110412.html
Nintendo confirms there will be no new Switch models this year

Earlier this month, DigitTimes claimed that Nintendo had started volume production for a new Switch that would launch mid-2020. We also heard from an industry analyst who was convinced a Nintendo Switch Pro, which supported 4K resolutions, came with bigger…

31 Jan 14:49 TechSpot 7732733960967145827.html
Thousands of Iraqis Write Their Digital History

What allowed the Iraqi protest movement to succeed, from Baghdad to Basra to all the central and southern governorates, is that it is a decentralized grassroots initiative aimed at "overthrowing the corrupt and making fundamental amendments to the el

31 Jan 14:15 Asharq AL-awsat 7659933388807109.html
Apple TV+’s Mythic Quest is an admirable attempt to mock video game culture

Apple TV+'s Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet isn't quite the Silicon Valley the tech giant is aiming for, but it's still compelling at times.

31 Jan 14:00 mobilesyrup 1267416330980389206.html
The best games of 2019 are now reduced in fantastic cheap PS4, Xbox One, and PC game deals

Pick up some of the best game of 2019 for less this week with fantastic Xbox One, PS4 and PC game deals

31 Jan 14:19 TechRadar 2111116914704168885.html
La Liga brings its free OTT platform to Samsung smart TVs worldwide

Soccer fans and Samsung smart TV owners are in for a treat. Samsung has entered a new partnership with the Liga Nacional de Fútbol Profesional, known as La Liga for short, and through this deal, the

31 Jan 14:59 SamMobile 1601131849489119777.html
Linda Robson feared social media addiction after 'tough year' and alcohol battle

Loose Women star Linda Robson's social media obsession took over her life, so she took a year out from using her phone

31 Jan 14:03 mirror 675785261809919277.html
AP Automation, Virtual Cards And Accounting Nirvana

More and more companies are choosing to automate and digitize troublesome elements of the business payments matrix.

31 Jan 14:30 PYMNTS.com 7357138825862393527.html
Samsung launches AI-powered Washing Machine and Dryer

Samsung Electronics on Wednesday unveiled a new washing machine and dryer featuring artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The AI-powered device is built to offer more “effective ways” for consumers to do their laundry. It is also believed to accelerate Samsung’s drive to attain leadership of the market over arch-rival LG Electronics. The device dubbed Grande AI …

31 Jan 14:54 Gizmochina 1751854815938521316.html
Elon Musk just released an EDM track on Soundcloud

Elon Musk has never been afraid of exploring new territory and has today released his first electronic dance music (EDM) [...]

31 Jan 14:56 City A.M. 6389894491229680936.html
Three-bed seaside home in Scotland worth £185k sold for just £45k after £1 auction

A three-bedroom house on offer for just £1 sold at auction for slightly more than that yesterday – going under the hammer for £45,000. Auction House Scotland said a Scottish buyer had snapped up th…

31 Jan 14:58 The Scottish Sun 6609127674363312444.html
Latest Barca Signing Announces His Own Deal On Instagram?

FC Barcelona are yet officially confirm a January signing, but a Brazilian player has now seemingly announced his own transfer to the club via Instagram.

31 Jan 14:35 Soccer Laduma 3901337370715143088.html
Facebook agrees to $550 million settlement in facial recognition class action lawsuit

Facebook has agreed to pay $550 million to settle a class-action lawsuit over its use of facial recognition technology in Illinois.

31 Jan 14:40 Tech Xplore 4945708899905919004.html
ASUS rolls out an Android 10 beta to the ZenFone Max Pro M2

The Android 10 Global Beta is now available for the Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2 for early testing. We also have full ROM zip available for manual installation.

31 Jan 14:40 XDA Developers 7805159870176800547.html
Rust offers a cheap way to filter arsenic-poisoned water

When water flows deep underground, it often dissolves inorganic substances from mineral deposits in the earth's crust. In many regions, these deposits contain arsenic, a naturally occurring element that ...

31 Jan 14:42 phys.org 3476726122944170167.html
Secret Oops makes its AR debut on Apple Arcade

Secret Oops from game studio MixedBag is the latest augmented reality mobile game to debut on Apple Arcade starting today.

31 Jan 14:00 VentureBeat 6273363636376823577.html
Q&A: How you hold your phone can help protect it from hackers 

How someone holds their phone is becoming a criteria for securing their identity from hackers. If you usually hold it with your right hand, and a left-handed hacker is trying to gain access to your phone, they can be stopped because of that difference.

31 Jan 14:11 Digital Journal 4566489173102782356.html
This hilarious Half-Life mod “horribly” mistranslates everything through Google

"The result is a wacky, distorted, hilarious version of the FPS we all love"

31 Jan 14:11 PCGamesN 7890463383921834822.html
Switch Online reaches 15 million paid accounts as Nintendo worries about 'those who do not renew their memberships'

In the most recent corporate management policy briefing for the fiscal year ending in March 2020, we get a tiny little update from Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa on the state of the Switch Online service. Surprisingly, it's a lit...

31 Jan 14:00 Destructoid 5545714965929475237.html
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about coronavirus online

Facebook says it's working to limit the spread of misinformation and potentially harmful content about the coronavirus as bogus claims about the ongoing outbreak circulate online.

31 Jan 14:53 CTVNews 2422791599281424744.html
Someone Talk Me Out of Spending $900 on Some Keyboard Caps

I need your help. When I get anxious, I like to buy things. I’ve been good about it for the last few years. I buy a couch—because I need a couch. Or I buy a new computer case because my old one is too big for the space where I’m putting the computer. Sometimes, I’ll blow money on a much pricier and more useless item. Keycaps. I love to spend more money than I should on the caps that go on a keyboard, and right now there’s a set of keycaps I would very much like to own.

31 Jan 14:00 Gizmodo 461714589271413304.html
Apple TV gets new underwater screensavers featuring coral reefs, sharks, and jellies

The Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K have 11 new underwater screensavers, available in both 1080p and 4k.

31 Jan 14:58 AppleInsider 3257742452294701233.html
Motorola celebrates selling 100 million Moto G phones by offering discounts

Motorola is celebrating reaching 100 million sales of the Moto G series, by offering a wide range of discounts and buy one get one free offers.

31 Jan 14:06 XDA Developers 7805159868704885285.html
Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite Android 10 update officially confirmed, timeframe not disclosed yet

Chinese electronics conglomerate Xiaomi had announced the Android 10-based MIUI update for the Xiaomi Mi A2 earlier last month. The same has now been confirmed for the Mi A2 Lite this week. However, the confirmation has arrived after disgruntled users filed a petition for not receiving Android 10 update on Change.org. Xiaomi had earlier mentioned …

31 Jan 14:10 Gizmochina 1751854814391663062.html
Find A Hobby That Gets You Off Your Smartphone

Every day, I try to do at least one activity that is both engaging and smartphone-free—and if it’s social, that’s a bonus. Sometimes it’s group exercise class at the YMCA. Sometimes it’s choir rehearsal. Sometimes it’s as simple as spending an hour reading a physical book....

31 Jan 14:30 Lifehacker Australia 3742423169241568683.html
Google shows safety tips when people search 'coronavirus'

New Delhi - With the novel coronavirus outbreak grabbing the attention of people worldwide, Google is now showing safety tips to people when they search "coronavirus".

31 Jan 14:04 The Peninsula 1202843881538634756.html
Google open-sources the tools needed to make 2FA security keys

The project supports FIDO U2F and FIDO2 standards.

31 Jan 11:28 Engadget 96641514418240111.html
5 Great Tech ETFs That Aren’t the XLK

When it comes to tech ETFs, the XLK rules the roost. But there are other ETFs in the sector that gives it a run for its money.

31 Jan 11:31 InvestorPlace 24614511191332037.html
Samsung Galaxy A51 5G pays a visit to GeekBench - Gizchina.com

The upcoming Galaxy A51 5G has been spotted at GeekBench database. It boasts Exynos 980 5G SoC with 6GB of RAM and Android 10.

31 Jan 11:37 Gizchina 5392375276364616065.html
3 exciting ASX small cap tech shares on my watchlist

Alcidion Group Ltd (ASX:ALC) and two other ASX small cap tech shares could be great long term investments...

31 Jan 11:43 Motley Fool Australia 7546098476019985920.html
Samsung to release many foldable phones in 2020 – Galaxy Fold 2, Z Flip, maybe more?

Samsung has confirmed it will release multiple foldable phones in 2020, including some with new designs.

31 Jan 11:00 TechRadar 2111116915311972791.html
Facebook to remove posts promoting fake coronavirus cures

It will also block hashtags on Instagram that peddle false information.

31 Jan 11:20 Shropshire Star 3480199992678215968.html
How to delete your Google location history

Google collects and stores all your location information by default. Here's how to clear everything it has already, and ensure it's turned off for good.

31 Jan 11:40 Tech Advisor 6450858317722334215.html
Exclusive: Expercom Offers MacRumors Readers Best Prices on Custom 16-Inch MacBook Pros (Up to $409 Off), Apple TV 4K, and Apple Watch Series 5

MacRumors readers have a chance to save up to $409 on a collection of custom configuration 16-inch MacBook Pro models this week, thanks to our...

31 Jan 11:40 MacRumors 9068921604338439737.html
There won’t be a Nintendo Switch Pro coming out in 2020

Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has put a dampener on hopes of a new and more powerful Nintendo Switch coming out any time soon, stating that the company has "no plans to launch a new Nintendo Sw

31 Jan 11:51 tsa 6447108926661706868.html
Google will “leave it up to the publishers” to announce games for Stadia

"...not all 120 titles will be announced by the Stadia team"

31 Jan 11:33 PCGamesN 7890463383269043472.html
Xiaomi Mi MIX Fold appears in a new patent with a Huawei Mate X design

Xiaomi Mi MIX Fold appears in a new patent with a Huawei Mate X design. This is what is described in the latest patent posted by the company.

31 Jan 11:22 Gizchina 5392375276081569220.html
Toyota invests in flying cars

Auto giant joins aviation specialist to develop urban air mobility solutions Toyota has announced a partnership with aerospace company Joby Aviation to begin development and production of electric vertical take-offand landing (eVTOL) aircraft – better known as flying cars. The Japanese car-maker has announced a lead investment of $US394 million to help fund the $US590m …

31 Jan 11:00 The Independent Uganda: 5099025989620817263.html
Deribit to Offer Daily Bitcoin Options

Crypto derivatives platform Deribit will offer a daily Bitcoin index options to its client base.

31 Jan 11:35 Finance Magnates 8992138265400371377.html
China virus causes scare for India's smartphone makers

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - The coronavirus outbreak in China could start to disrupt India’s production of smartphones if it continues to spread in February, as it could delay component shipments, industry executives said.

31 Jan 11:01 Reuters 8334514181819229717.html
Apple TV Gets New Underwater Screensavers

As noted on Reddit, Apple recently released a new batch of underwater screensavers for the Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD. The new screensavers...

31 Jan 11:01 MacRumors 9068921603622294797.html
Pricing: local Kia Picanto range gains more safety and tech!

Kia Motors South Africa has announced an updated for its 2020 Picanto line-up, handing the small hatchback more tech and safety equipment.

31 Jan 11:46 CARmag 8756669822641621682.html
Sweating Robot Beats the Heat

By leaking water, a soft robotic gripper cools itself more efficiently than humans do

31 Jan 11:45 Scientific American 532798825242846236.html
5 Electric Vehicles Launched In Jan 2020 In India – Bajaj Chetak To MG ZS EV

The growing trend of shifting towards electric vehicles has resulted in five new EV launches in the country this month (Jan 2020)

31 Jan 11:00 GaadiWaadi.com 5195250397631208749.html
Motorola Is Cutting Samsung's Grass

If Samsung's Galaxy Note 10 Lite doesn't light your fire, perhaps an even cheaper Motorola stylus-based handset will. Leaks suggest Motorola's next G series phone will go all-in on the stylus, but also bring multi-cameras and hefty battery support too....

31 Jan 11:47 Gizmodo AU 3183561247461769730.html
Samsung Galaxy S20 series to feature Super ISO technology for improved camera performance

Samsung‘s flagship series of smartphones is just around the corner. The 2020 premium grade handsets are expected to be unveiled at Samsung Unpacked event on 11th February 2020 and will bring new features and improvements over its predecessor. One of these improvements will likely be in the camera department as the upcoming series is reported …

31 Jan 11:51 Gizmochina 1751854814708767459.html
Official Microsoft site claims 1 billion Windows 10 users

2 years later than predicted, Microsoft may have finally reached its goal of 1 billion Windows 10 users. The number was claimed on an official Microsoft site offering free wallpaper for loyal users. The site is in Italian and auto-translated, which explains the strange layout, but can be seen in the original Italian here. Microsoft …

31 Jan 11:32 MSPoweruser 1651641550508634597.html
Amazon tops $1trillion valuation on strong results

Amazon.com is back in fashion with investors. Concern about the cost of Amazon’s one-day delivery pledge lingered after a busy holiday period

31 Jan 11:00 Vanguard News 4125100339874436218.html
IBM-Backed Hyperledger Fabric Releases Version 2.0

Hyperledger Fabric had a major release with version 2.0, which significantly improves performance while adding some decentralization aspects for data sharing.

31 Jan 11:54 Cointelegraph 3050247239734414338.html
ET View: Economic Survey revives an old tale about Microsoft

Microsoft has come a long way since then and even became the worlds most valued company. The Survey does not hold out a happy story.

31 Jan 11:46 The Economic Times 7653256037276305232.html
Facebook to remove posts promoting fake coronavirus cures

It will also block hashtags on Instagram that peddle false information.

31 Jan 11:22 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774759797024.html
Apple Maps Completely Revamped In Latest Update

Apple has announced that it is rolling out a major upgrade to its iOS navigation app, Apple Maps. The new update will add a revamped map design as well as

31 Jan 11:30 Lowyat.NET 6894342419289158416.html
Galaxy Note 10+ and Galaxy Note 9 receive February 2020 security patch

Samsung has become quite proactive these days in rolling out new security patches for its devices even before Google puts up the release notes. We have seen the company do this consistently over the p

31 Jan 11:56 SamMobile 1601131851027723827.html
Confirmed: There will be no new Nintendo Switch this year - Gizchina.com

Confirmed: There will be no new Nintendo Switch this year. the CEO of the company has confirmed that there will be no successor to it in 2020.

31 Jan 11:50 Gizchina 5392375274697997139.html
Microsoft could finally be working on a Surface Book 3

News from Microsoft isn't all that rare but when it comes to laptops, the company has been more focused on churning out other devices like the new Surface Pro X. We haven't seen a new Surface Book in almost two years but a new rumour hints that we're finally getting some updates on a potential new Surface Book 3.

31 Jan 11:53 TechNave 4010909134275993222.html
The Flash Synopsis Finally Introduces the Future Sue Dibny

The CW has released the official synopsis for The Flash's "A Girl Named Sue," which will finally introduce Sue Dibny to the Arrowverse.

31 Jan 11:01 CBR.com 1295516963281398766.html
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about coronavirus online

Kang-Xing Jin, Facebook's head of health, said in a post that the social media platform's third-party fact-checkers are reviewing content and debunking false claims related to the coronavirus.

31 Jan 11:16 Fox 4 8372747777299956362.html
Augmented Reality Party Game 'Secret Oops!' Lands on Apple Arcade

"Secret Oops!" by Italian developer MixedBag is this week's addition to Apple Arcade across the iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac. ...

31 Jan 11:35 MacRumors 9068921604201778973.html
Samsung's Next Foldable Phone Might Be 4G Only

Samsung's next foldable phone might skip out on 5G altogether, with US FCC filings pointing only to the existence of an LTE model....

31 Jan 11:40 Gizmodo AU 3183561245978982617.html
Stop Trying To Clone The Apple Watch

At this point, there’s no denying the Apple Watch is the smartwatch to beat. It’s feature-rich, massively popular, and when you wear one, it confers a certain sensibility about you, the tech-savvy consumer. But for the love of everything holy, can other smartwatch makers please stop trying to shamelessly ape the...

31 Jan 11:00 Gizmodo AU 3183561246371358043.html
What will happen when WhatsApp stops working on millions of phones tomorrow?

The Facebook-owned app is hours away from a cull that will see it withdraw support from a huge number of people's iOS and Android phones.

31 Jan 11:26 Metro 970161748001390691.html
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about virus online

Facebook says it's working to limit the spread of misinformation and potentially harmful content about the coronavirus as bogus claims about the ongoing outbreak circulate online.Kang-Xing Jin, . . .

31 Jan 11:20 Times Colonist 7617512061188060448.html
BMW iNext Could Have Smart Windows That Automatically Dim

A new rumor suggests the BMW iNext could feature smart windows that automatically dim to help moderate the interior’s temperature.

31 Jan 11:21 Motor1.com 1648269240221183750.html
Nordic mystery Draugen coming to PS4 and Xbox One in February

Developer Red Thread Games has announced that its 1920s mystery adventure Draugen will be rowing its way to PS4 and Xbox One in February, following on from its release on PC back in May 2019.Draugen is a periodic first-person adventure that...

31 Jan 11:00 Destructoid 5545714966267857006.html
Users can now delete information passed to Facebook by other companies

Facebook users can now see, and delete, information passed by other companies to the social media...

31 Jan 11:52 Newstalk 7635722258965126790.html
Facebook’s trust problem isn’t about being understood

Mark Zuckerberg says people need to understand what the company stands for. The problem is that they already do

31 Jan 11:00 The Verge 1337119304672082643.html
Nintendo Shares Plummet After Mixed Earnings, Plans for New Switch Axed

Nintendo was down nearly 5% after it reported earnings, and the worst is likely yet to come.

31 Jan 11:22 Wccftech 3677959679009241967.html
Coronavirus updates: The latest news on the outbreak and the global response

Countries around the world evacuate citizens from the center of the outbreak in China, as the virus continues to spread.

31 Jan 11:53 euronews 7318238121925824518.html
A Hotter 400-HP Toyota Supra GRMN Is Coming

An even hotter Toyota Supra could be on the way. As brilliant as the GR Supra is with its 335-hp turbocharg...

31 Jan 11:46 CarBuzz 4034462236924509885.html
Google sets up SOS alert for Coronavirus: Here’s what it means

Google has also launched an SOS alert for the Coronavirus, which will make it easier to people to get official information on the topic. 

31 Jan 11:57 The Indian Express 2885715105268333947.html
Tech View: Be patient with Budget volatility, don’t rush to buy on dips

Nifty broke below the lower end of the Rising Megaphone pattern on the daily chart.

31 Jan 11:27 The Economic Times 7653256036751851868.html
Microsoft is pulling the plug on its ad service for Universal Windows Platform apps (another nail in the coffin)

Universal Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps probably seemed like when Microsoft unveiled the idea in 2014. Basically UWP apps are the Windows 10 follow-up to the “Metro” apps designed for Windows 8 and distributed via the Microsoft Store, the idea was to create a class of apps that could run across a range of devices […]

31 Jan 15:07 Liliputing 5607980594601421594.html
European Parliament votes in favor of a common charger, Apple dislikes

The European Parliament decided in favor of a common charger between all companies acting in Europe. Apple is against the new resolution.

31 Jan 15:00 Gizchina 5392375276639328571.html
Samsung Galaxy S9 update with One UI 2 and Android 10 starts rolling out (Update: US Cellular and more countries)

Despite updates to Samsung's roadmap indicating that Android 10 for the Galaxy S9 and S9+ might be further out than expected, the company has just started

31 Jan 15:30 Android Police 6171356414102235525.html
Eve Technology Shows off the Spectrum Monitors, Designed for Gamers

Eve's Spectrum line of gaming displays features amazingly fast refresh rates while having a minimalistic design to allow these monitors to look professional.

31 Jan 15:16 Wccftech 3677959679059770082.html
The best BlackBerry KEYone deals and prices in February 2020

The BlackBerry KEYone marks a long awaited return to form - we'll help you find the cheapest prices and deals around.

31 Jan 15:13 TechRadar 2111116914905544417.html
Samsung’s plan for 2020? Release even more high-end phones

Samsung believes foldable and "premium" products will lead the way in 2020 - helping the company to peform better commercially.

31 Jan 15:41 Trusted Reviews 12694854573318477.html
Nintendo says it has no plans to launch a new Switch model in 2020

Nintendo president and CEO Shuntaro Furukawa has shot down rumours that an upgraded 'Switch Pro' will release this year.

31 Jan 15:45 mobilesyrup 1267416330671518048.html
Apple sale at Best Buy: Buy an Apple Watch and save $50 on Powerbeats Pro

Best Buy's Apple sale gives you a $50 price cut on the Powerbeats Pro when you purchase and Apple Watch.

31 Jan 15:44 TechRadar 2111116916229977406.html
Want an Xbox One X styled after Nike Air trainers? Microsoft has you covered

Microsoft has revealed a limited edition Xbox One X console that is fashioned after a pair of Nike Air trainers. To commemorate Super Bowl 54 taking place | Trusted Reviews

31 Jan 15:18 Trusted Reviews 12694854847430266.html
The best HTC U11 deals in February 2020

Find and compare the best deals on HTC's brand new U11 flagship smartphone. We'll help you find the cheapest price on the HTC U11.

31 Jan 15:23 TechRadar 2111116916035268973.html
Watch: Kareena Kapoor Khan blowing Sara Ali Khan a flying kiss is the cutest thing on the internet today

Bollywood beauty Sara Ali Khan headed over the sets of step-mom Kareena Kapoor Khan’s chat show to talk about her film ‘Love Aaj Kal’, maters of the h

31 Jan 15:23 The Times of India 6060938663206787415.html
You Can Finally Mute Notification Sounds In Android Auto

Google has finally rolled out a much needed feature, the ability to mute notifications in Android Auto. Sometimes you have to wonder why it took Google so

31 Jan 15:56 Android Headlines 8385692876983707592.html
Microsoft Scrubs References To Surface Hub 2X, Official Launch Now In Doubt

Microsoft has now delayed the Surface Hub 2X according to people claiming to be familiar with its plans.

31 Jan 15:09 HotHardware 6258404626073360862.html
New mythical Pokemon for Sword and Shield to be revealed on Pokemon Day February 27

Pokemon Day 2020 takes place on February 27 and it looks like a new Mythical Pokemon will be revealed that day for Pokemon Sword and Shield.

31 Jan 15:21 VG247 6010161592655888866.html
EA Video Game Publisher To Focus On Subscriptions, Services In 2020

News: The Electronic Arts gaming company intends to expand its business in 2020 by focusing on live services and subscriptions.

31 Jan 15:57 PYMNTS.com 7357138825058681046.html
The budget-busting Nokia 2.3 with 2-day battery life is now on sale for $129/£99

Ahead of MWC 2020 where it is expected to announce the successor to the Nokia 9 PureView, HDM Global is fleshing out its entry-level offerings with the lau

31 Jan 15:12 TalkAndroid 1612121025753970215.html
The best Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge deals in February 2020

Pickings are becoming slim if you're looking for deals on this superb Samsung smartphone.

31 Jan 15:21 TechRadar 2111116916302804070.html
These were the 10 biggest European tech stories this week

These were the 10 biggest European tech stories this week

31 Jan 15:57 Tech.eu 1356465907399570273.html
These Bluetooth earphones deliver 3 hours of wireless playback

ITworld covers a wide range of technology topics, including software, security, operating systems, mobile, storage, servers and data centers, emerging tech, and technology companies such as Microsoft, Google and Apple.

31 Jan 15:05 ITworld 4692569785090565779.html
The best LG G6 deals in February 2020

A brilliant Android mobile for a reasonable price - check out the cheapest tariffs on LG G6 deals from £17.99 per month.

31 Jan 15:23 TechRadar 2111116914895902875.html
How to cancel Spotify Premium

If you want your three-month free trial of Spotify Premium without paying a penny, here's how to cancel your subscription before you get charged.

31 Jan 15:17 Tech Advisor 6450858317577337912.html
Apple May Have to Ditch Its Lightning Cable to Conform to Standard Charger in the EU

It seems that Apple's argument for why it should keep its lightning cable, rather than switching over to one of the two USB standards used by everyone else, has fallen on deaf ears.

31 Jan 15:00 Gizmodo UK 8363059001619231962.html
Here's why most Mac users will probably want to skip VirtualBox

Open-source VirtualBox isn't for most people. However, it has just enough perks that open it up to consideration.

31 Jan 15:30 iMore 3803412791420863449.html
Thousands of Instagram passwords exposed online after follower-boosting app Social Captain is found to be storing them online them in plain text

Instagram users that signed up to the Social Captain site to boost their numbers had to link their accounts and a weakness in the site

31 Jan 15:51 Mail Online 124328111054972010.html
Google’s new Tangi app set to rival YouTube as the hub for tutorial videos

YouTube is presently the hub for tutorials and other guide covering various subjects and facets of life. The app is presently owned by Google but the tech giant has developed another app which it hopes will replace YouTube. The app is called Tangi and will solely host tutorial videos and similar contents. Tangi is an …

31 Jan 15:59 Gizmochina 1751854815651222091.html
Tinder, Bumble face US inquiry over sex offenders, underage use

A House subcommittee is investigating popular dating services such as Tinder and Bumble for allegedly allowing minors and sex offenders to use their services.

31 Jan 15:06 New York Post 7654946768658488636.html
The EU's Vote To Dump iPhone Lightning Cables: Everything You Need To Know

An EU vote to develop a standard smartphone charging cable standard totally did not go Apple's way this week, putting intense pressure on the smartphone giant to drop its proprietary lightning connector for iPhones and other iOS devices. It may be some time coming, but this could be the beginning of the end for the...

31 Jan 15:09 Gizmodo AU 3183561246845095415.html
Happy Wheels has finally rolled its way onto the Play Store [Android Game of the Week]

Enjoy the wacky, ultra-violent fun of Happy Wheels on the go!

31 Jan 15:30 Android Central 29040143202424078.html
Tech Mahindra to pick 70% stake in Cerium Systems

The cash transaction is expected to close by April 1, 2020.

31 Jan 15:55 The Economic Times 7653256037791023850.html
Where to watch TV shows online for free

Internet | Where to watch TV shows online for free

31 Jan 15:15 Technobezz 300833014117803187.html
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip: All the rumors in one place (Updated Jan. 31)

Looking for details on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip? We've got you covered. Here's everything we know about Samsung's upcoming foldable phone.

31 Jan 15:55 Android Authority 5968532816470017817.html
The Hummer is being revived as an electric 'supertruck' that can hit 60mph in 3 seconds

Truckin' hell

31 Jan 15:35 Stuff 1635656038590038370.html
How to activate Android blue light filter

How To | How to activate Android blue light filter

31 Jan 15:13 Technobezz 300833014137682190.html
Facebook brings Amber Alerts to South Africa in a first for the continent

South Africa has become the first country in Africa to join the Facebook Amber Alerts programme. This follows the announcement of a partnership between Facebook and The South African Police Service (SAPS) to use the Facebook platform and community to help find missing children. The system enables the South African Police Service to seek assistance...

31 Jan 15:00 Face2Face Africa 5878198130676631330.html
Men arrested on suspicion of connection with €13m cyber-attack on Malta bank

North’s National Crime Agency boss says ‘large amount’ of proceeds ‘funnelled through bank account in Belfast’

31 Jan 15:35 The Irish Times 8204772969345322628.html
These are the latest Apple Arcade games for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, and Apple TV

Apple Arcade launched with over 100 titles in September 2019 and more exclusive titles are being added weekly. Read on for the latest Apple Arcade games.

31 Jan 15:11 9to5Mac 8219339161972088008.html
Apple suppliers mixed over threat from China's Coronavirus

Supply chain sources say that while fabrication firms TSMC and UMC report no change in operations, Taiwanese chip design firms are expecting an impact on demand because of the Coronavirus.

31 Jan 15:44 AppleInsider 3257742453712975341.html
Emotet malware is back, this time exploiting current coronavirus scare to trick users

Current happenings are often taken advantage of for various purposes but one of the latest is certainly deplorable. Reports of a new malware campaign have surfaced in Japan, using the current fear of the coronavirus to fool users into opening malware-infected email attachments.

31 Jan 15:03 TechNave 4010909134354511601.html
Turkish tourism revenues jump 17% to $34.5 billion in 2019

2019 saw a booming tourism sector in Turkey with a 17% surge in revenues and a 14.1% rise in the number of visitors as the country is focused on further expanding the sector this year

31 Jan 15:47 DAILY SABAH 8383944809826847482.html
Nubia is apparently bringing 80W fast charging to its next Android phone

On a future, undisclosed smartphone, Nubia is teasing insane 80W charging speeds for topping off the battery extremely quickly.

31 Jan 15:44 9to5Google 6197440879756005111.html
Xbox Insiders get a new simplified Home and more with the latest Xbox One Insider update

All Xbox Insiders are recieving a new update that makes for a more streamlined and simplified Home experience. Changes are being made to Game Pass installation and you can now view images and GIFS in messages.

31 Jan 15:24 TrueAchievements 4775707719760480917.html
Update KB4532695 is giving users the BSOD

Microsoft released update KB4532695 for Windows 10 version 1903 and 1909 a few days ago.  While the update delivers additional corrections, as well as improvements in stability and security, users have encountered a number of issues since. In the official Microsoft forum, users are reporting performance issues, including problems with sound and system start-up. The …

31 Jan 15:00 MSPoweruser 1651641550743869371.html
The cheapest Samsung Galaxy S8 unlocked SIM-free prices in February 2020

Our price comparison tool will find you the best deals on SIM-free Samsung Galaxy S8 handsets unlocked to any network

31 Jan 15:14 TechRadar 2111116915968633090.html
Huawei phone sales beat Apple in 2019

Chinese firm topples iPhone maker but Samsung still leads the way.

31 Jan 15:41 TechRadar 2111116916408484076.html
George Soros: Mark Zuckerberg Should Not Be in Control of Facebook

The social media company is going to get Trump re-elected — because it’s good for business.

31 Jan 15:40 NY Times 1961078289389174909.html
The best Samsung Galaxy Note 8 deals in February 2020

You've come to the right place to find all of the best Samsung Galaxy Note 8 deals.

31 Jan 15:28 TechRadar 2111116916176978566.html
Microsoft to shutter its Ad Monetization platform for Universal Windows Platform apps

Microsoft is continuing to try to clear up its muddled UWP messaging and strategy.

31 Jan 15:29 ZDNet 591556592061000923.html
Bullish for Bitcoin: Mike Novogratz on BTC "Prospects Extremely Strong"

Novogratz became one of the most prominent people to delve into the Bitcoin space, having had a lot of clout on Wall Street.

31 Jan 15:21 Blockonomi 7720215218483945407.html
Motorola has sold over 100 million Moto G phones since 2013

Motorola has seen a lot of success from its Moto G line and this week, the company has announced 100 million units sold since 2013.

31 Jan 15:03 9to5Google 6197440881559948690.html
Pre-register for the new Samsung Galaxy S20/S11 and get cashback

Samsung is set to unveil its latest devices at its Unpacked event next month, but pre-registration has already begun in the US and UK.

31 Jan 15:33 Tech Advisor 6450858317137914194.html
Facebook to remove coronavirus misinformation after WHO declares global emergency

Facebook Inc said on Thursday it will take down misinformation about China's fast-spreading coronavirus in a rare departure from its approach to ...

31 Jan 17:09 CNA 5644198863333744872.html
In Q4 2019 Nokia smartphone shipment crashed to 2.8 mi, declined YoY too

As per the report shared with us by CounterPoint Research, Nokia smartphone shipments crashed to only 2.8 million in Q4 2019 resulting in a 41% decline as compared to Q4  2018 shipments. The smartphone shipments declined by 27% on a Year-over-Year basis.

31 Jan 17:14 NPU 717572088751434778.html
Sony Exploring PS4 Remote Play on Nintendo Switch, Portable DualShock Controller

Big improvements seemingly in the pipeline

31 Jan 17:15 Push Square 8538862517708649002.html
Samsung Galaxy S series: A history of the biggest name in Android

The Samsung Galaxy S series is, by far, the biggest phone family in the world of Android. Check out this historical look at every device in the line.

31 Jan 17:00 Android Authority 5968532816399980952.html
How To Enable The New Duet Menu Of Chrome Browser On Android

Google chrome for Android has a new duet menu. In this article, we have shared a method to enable the duet menu of Chrome browser on Android.

31 Jan 17:21 Tech Viral 5805609765161544177.html
I love this cheap, mechanical gaming keyboard... and it lights up too!

This Redragon 10-keyless mechanical gaming keyboard has increased my gaming enjoyment. I moved from controller to KB+M gameplay and things are better! I mostly wanted the insane update that moving …

31 Jan 17:15 Boing Boing 4601305168617735631.html
Facebook Cracks Down on Coronavirus 'Conspiracy Theories' that 'Local Health Authorities' Don't Like

Facebook recently stated that it will begin removing "misinformation" relating to the coronavirus after the WHO declared the outbreak in China a global health emergency. The misinformation will be identified not only by "leading global health organizations" as well as China's "local health authorities."

31 Jan 17:32 Breitbart 3148363491881827096.html
Apple wants share this handy iOS 13 feature with Android users

Two-factor authentication became a lot easier in iOS 13 when the stock Apple keyboard in the Safari app started picking up text codes from the Messages | Trusted Reviews

31 Jan 17:51 Trusted Reviews 12694855495709631.html
Huawei patents a foldable phone design with stylus, likely the Mate X2

Huawei first unveiled the Mate X foldable smartphone in February last year but it wasn’t until September that the device was launched. The device was only made available in limited quantity due to mass production challenges. The tech giant is readying a successor to the Mate and may have just filed a patent for the …

31 Jan 17:02 Gizmochina 1751854816081774809.html
Join us for the latest Windows Central Video Podcast

We're live with the Windows Central Video Podcast today at 2:30pm ET, make sure you're there!

31 Jan 17:00 Windows Central 7807657681804316107.html
Apple Providing Free Replacement AirPods Pro Tips Under AppleCare+

Customers who have AirPods Pro that also purchased an AppleCare+ protection plan for $29 appear to be able to receive free replacement tips for...

31 Jan 17:05 MacRumors 9068921602950347261.html
Google-Backed 1Life Healthcare Surges 58% in Trading Debut

1Life Healthcare Inc., a provider of tech-driven primary care clinics under the One Medical brand, closed its first day of trading up 58% after raising $245 million in an initial public offering.

31 Jan 17:05 Bloomberg.com 4032480121947723435.html
Apple’s AR glasses deserve an Apple Watch-style ‘early access’ launch

Apple's first Watch launched before it was fully baked, but early access helped users and developers learn what worked -- something the AR industry needs.

31 Jan 17:57 VentureBeat 6273363636244493422.html
Can Apple's Wearables Segment Continue Its Incredible Growth?

Buyers are snapping up AirPods Pro as fast as Apple can produce them, and the AppleWatch shows solid growth and great potential.

31 Jan 17:30 The Motley Fool 2231313658834273480.html
Podcast: Samsung’s Month is Here

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we'll catch up on the latest in Samsung rumors and leaks. The Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip are everywhere right now with February 11 quickly approaching. After all the Samsung fun, we probably need to feel bad for the Motorola Razr...

31 Jan 17:23 Droid Life 9179681672444289020.html
Here Are The Best Laptop And Chromebook Deals Around At Up To $500 Off

This site may earn affiliate commissions from the links on this page. Terms of use.

31 Jan 17:00 Extremetech 653399569101143518.html
‘Secret Oops!’ is a new spy party game for Apple Arcade

Apple Arcade has added the secret spy party game "Secret Oops!"

31 Jan 17:16 iDownloadBlog.com 3326243716355254437.html
Realme 3 Pro gets official Android 10-based Pixel Experience ROM

The last year's Realme 3 Pro now is part of the list of smartphones with support for the Pixel Experience ROM (Android 10 based).

31 Jan 17:53 Gizchina 5392375276290608867.html
Samsung Super ISO feature trademarked, coming with the Galaxy S20

Samsung Super ISO name has been trademarked at UK Intellectual Property Office. It probably stands for a new Night Mode feature in the camera app.

31 Jan 17:27 Gizchina 5392375275402627864.html
Samsung outS Q4, FY 2019 results; to focus on flagship, foldables

Samsung is still the no. 1 mobile OEM and we believe it will remain on top especially that Huawei has lost all of its chance to enter the US market. The trade ban in the United States has changed a…

31 Jan 17:30 Android Community 7463818291879280485.html
Friday deals: Nest Cam IQ $50 off, Motorola Androids from $130, more

Friday's best deals include the Nest Cam IQ at $50, plus various Motorola Android smartphones frmo $130. Go to 9to5Toys.com for additional deals.

31 Jan 17:35 9to5Google 6197440880052964340.html
Okay, fine, there is no Nintendo Switch Pro on the way (this year)

Nintendo definitively crushed my dreams this week, when it insisted, once and for all, that it is not releasing a new Switch model in 2020. This more or less debunks the longstanding rumor that a Switch Pro is on its way, and I’m fine, not salty about it at all. In case you haven’t been party to […]

31 Jan 17:45 The Next Web 3990801510160955305.html
IBM's big bet on cloud computing, AI and open source needs to pay off soon

Although IBM has underwhelmed in recent years, outgoing CEO Ginni Rometty may have planted the seeds for future prosperity.

31 Jan 17:39 ZDNet 591556592692727463.html
Apple's Touch ID Is Still Rumoured to Make a Return in 2021 but It'll Be In the Power Button

Reports that Apple will be bringing back Touch ID have been around for a while, and while the latest one is still saying the same thing, the details are slightly different.

31 Jan 17:00 Gizmodo UK 8363059001293222987.html
Tech Mahindra profit dips 5% to ₹1,146 cr.

Firm’s revenue, however, rises 8% to ₹9,655 crore

31 Jan 17:33 The Hindu 6679535025903299195.html
Roku Drops Fox App Support Ahead of Super Bowl in Pissing Match Over Distribution Agreement

Roku says that a “distribution agreement” with Fox is ending today, meaning that users hoping to watch the Big Game via Fox apps this weekend may be screwed.

31 Jan 17:00 Gizmodo 461714590170094500.html
What it takes to have a ‘good death’ at home

Letters: Readers respond to a letter from Kathryn Price about the loss of her mother, and share their experiences of nursing, palliative care and dealing with a terminal diagnosis

31 Jan 17:30 the Guardian 1491978796048593260.html
Neemuchwala quits Wipro, analysts say it’s good for tech giant

‘His tenure was fraught with struggles’

31 Jan 17:17 The Hindu 6679535024668031225.html
Facebook to remove posts spreading coronavirus conspiracy theories

Facebook plans to take down posts spreading false claims and conspiracy theories about the deadly coronavirus in an unusually aggressive effort to tackle misinformation.

31 Jan 17:02 New York Post 7654946768215779467.html
Folding displays vs. dual screens: Comparing pros and cons for PCs and phones

Foldable screens and dual displays are a hot topic in the PC and phone worlds this year, and each category has its advantages. Here are some examples.

31 Jan 17:32 Android Central 29040143366626658.html
How to Improve Privacy on Android Phones with Steps - Gizchina.com

With data breaches every now then, it is crucial to protect your data. In this guide, we talk about how you can improve your privacy on Android smartphone.

31 Jan 17:45 Gizchina 5392375276133190053.html
Blues sign Husso, Mikkola to two-year deals

The value of goalie Ville Husso’s contract with the St. Louis Blues is $750,000 per season, defenseman Niko Mikkola’s $787,500 per season.

31 Jan 17:12 FOX Sports 4135141642343035969.html
Hateful messages flood Quebec premier's Facebook page after he supports Muslims

ST-SAUVEUR, Que. — Quebec cabinet ministers are speaking out about a deluge of hateful comments posted to the premier's Facebook page after he published a message in support of the province's Muslim community.

31 Jan 17:49 KitchenerToday.com 52741010395437205.html
Google app gives daily stock notifications an upgrade w/ watchlist results

Google has given its Android app a useful upgrade for daily stock notifications througha a server-side update that's rolling out on Android.

31 Jan 17:34 9to5Google 6197440880939299401.html
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about virus online

Facebook says it's working to limit the spread of misinformation and potentially harmful content about the coronavirus as bogus claims about the ongoing outbreak circulate online.

31 Jan 17:07 Tech Xplore 4945708898473844707.html
Nokia 8 receiving the January Security update 2020 now

Nokia 8 has started to receive the January Security update 2020 now. Check below for the update size, list of markets and the update changelog.

31 Jan 17:28 NPU 717572087997343088.html
Amazon Echo Buds are under $100 in limited-time deal this weekend

Grab the Amazon Echo Buds for $40 off right now, cheap wireless earbuds on sale for the first time.

31 Jan 17:45 TechRadar 2111116914469298480.html
Weekend Surface Pro deals can save you $200 on Pro X and Pro 7 laptops

These brand new Surface Pro X deals are offering $200 off the latest Microsoft tablet, with extra savings on Surface Pro 7 to boot.

31 Jan 17:55 TechRadar 2111116915514527328.html
Samsung Galaxy S series: A history of the biggest name in Android

The Samsung Galaxy S series is, by far, the biggest phone family in the world of Android. Check out this historical look at every device in the line.

31 Jan 17:00 Android Authority 5968532816431163654.html
[Update: Fixed] Google changes how Play Store changelogs are previewed, resulting in some awkward phrasing

That new Play Store design gave us a Dark Theme that works with the Android 10, but it also brought a strange change to the changelog previews.

31 Jan 17:08 XDA Developers 7805159870430293801.html
Sony Xperia 2020 Battery Capacity Could Be A Whopper

Sony's Xperia 2020 battery capacity could put the currently unnamed flagship on the map. The source, AndroidNext, has leaked a spec sheet for the upcoming

31 Jan 17:58 Android Headlines 8385692877076317104.html
Apple Proposes Standardized Format for Delivering One-Time Codes Over SMS

Apple has proposed a standardized format for delivering one-time code over SMS.

31 Jan 16:01 iClarified 2561039882513238660.html
Moto G Stylus live images appear online

The mid-range handset will reportedly feature a 48-megapixel shooter with a stylus and rear-facing fingerprint scanner.

31 Jan 16:59 mobilesyrup 1267416330856439784.html
Grab an unlocked 512GB Galaxy Note9 and carry all your media offline for just $685 (45% off) (Update: Even cheaper)

If you're eyeing a Galaxy Note10 but don't want to spend a fortune on one, you might want to consider a Note9. Even though it's not the company's latest

31 Jan 16:58 Android Police 6171356413719249834.html
How to use Off-Facebook to improve your privacy

Remove personal data to reduce targeted ads, and erase data Facebook holds about you from other businesses and organisations.

31 Jan 16:10 Tech Advisor 6450858316750447374.html
Vine successor Byte will share all its ad revenue to lure early creators

It wants to recreate Vine by rewarding bigger stars.

31 Jan 16:26 Engadget 96641514810237219.html
Nintendo: No new Switch model planned for 2020

Power gap between the portable hybrid and new next-gen consoles looks set to widen.

31 Jan 16:18 Ars Technica 5028555106677029536.html
WhatsApp will stop working on Android 2.3.7 devices and older starting tomorrow

Come Saturday, February 1, 2020, WhatsApp will no longer work on devices running Android 2.3.7 Gingerbread and older or iPhones running iOS 8 and older.

31 Jan 16:30 Android Authority 5968532815623641043.html
Is your child hooked on digital devices? These researchers hope to help.

The work could create a standard set of questions that pediatricians across the country can ask parents to gauge whether children are showing signs of compulsive screen use.

31 Jan 16:27 euronews 7318238120556801841.html
Carlos Maza is back on YouTube and ready to fight

Carlos Maza is moving to YouTube full-time to hold the platform and the world accountable

31 Jan 16:00 The Verge 1337119305211517670.html
Microsoft is shutting down its Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps

Microsoft is going to be shutting down its Ad Monetization platform on June 1, the company announced. UWP developers are going to have to find a new way to monetize their free apps.

31 Jan 16:14 Neowin 8633418615338576696.html
Apple TV+ drama 'Foundation' to become Ireland's biggest-ever production

The Apple TV+ dramatisation of Isaac Asimov's "Foundation" novels is to employ over 500 people and will be the largest single production ever made on location in southern Ireland.

31 Jan 16:25 AppleInsider 3257742452611931968.html
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about coronavirus online

Kang-Xing Jin, Facebook's head of health, said in a post that the social media platform's third-party fact-checkers are reviewing content and debunking false claims related to the coronavirus.

31 Jan 16:16 ABC15 Arizona 911680910249149066.html
How to connect your laptop to a monitor

Hooking up a monitor to your laptop gives you more desktop space for apps or simply a bigger display to work on when you're at a desk. We show you how to make it work.

31 Jan 16:16 Tech Advisor 6450858318399498549.html
Facebook, Google and Twitter take steps to control the spread of misinformation around Coronavirus

Coronavirus has taken the world by storm and countries have been scrambling to control the virus. The social media has seen a surge in misinformation

31 Jan 16:00 MSPoweruser 1651641550357276593.html
Android 10 is coming to Galaxy Fold sooner than you think

Samsung’s first foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Fold didn’t receive great response from the users, in fact, most of the users hold the view that Samsung’s foldable smartphone failed to live up to the expectations as it had many issues and, therefore, is not worth the $2,000 price tag. Whatever the case may be, what’s important …

31 Jan 16:00 MSPoweruser 1651641549490988892.html
Bozo Instagram influencers are exploiting coronavirus for clout

They're using tragedy for traction.

31 Jan 16:13 New York Post 7654946769235231126.html
My Chemical Romance’s YouTube Views Increased As Their Shows Went On Sale

With My Chemical Romance's third and final UK stadium show going on sale, YouTube have reported an increase in views.

31 Jan 16:39 Kerrang! 370418008912074143.html
Save 50% off Pagico 9: Task & Data Management software

With today's highlighted deal, boost your productivity with this tool's task timeline, project visualization, daily planning and cross-links. You can save half off the price for a limited time only!

31 Jan 16:46 Neowin 8633418614976616230.html
Deal Alert: Buy ASUS ZenBook 14 with Core i7 & 512GB SSD for just $879 and get a Zenfone Max smartphone for free

ASUS ZenBook 14 is a great mid-range laptop that features slim-bezel NanoEdge display with 86% screen-to-body ratio. It is powered by 8th gen Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce MX150 graphics and 512GB SSD for great performance. ZenBook 14 also meets the military standard for reliability and durability. Two Harman Kardon bass speakers …

31 Jan 16:30 MSPoweruser 1651641551041435272.html
Motorola stylus phone is the Moto G Stylus

Motorola's upcoming smartphone with a stylus has been confirmed as the Moto G Stylus thanks to a slightly cagey leak.

31 Jan 16:23 Tech Advisor 6450858316804103225.html
The Samsung Galaxy S20 series could be released on 6 March 2020

The next big event this 2020 is none other than Samsung Unpacked 2020 and it's coming earlier than scheduled. However, we got some interesting news that the release date for the Samsung Galaxy S20 series is sooner than expected which is 6 March 2020.

31 Jan 16:26 TechNave 4010909134830692748.html
Introducing One Ring — an open-source pipeline for all your Spark applications

If you utilize Apache Spark, you probably have a few applications that consume some data from external sources and produce some intermediate result, that is...

31 Jan 16:55 Habr 2793430255677404593.html
UP: Lucknow Municipal Corporation Deploys Manhole Cleaning Robot To Eradicate The Practice Of Manual Scavenging

The first of the five robots was deployed by UP Minister Ashutosh Tandon and Lucknow Mayor Sanyukta.

31 Jan 16:30 Swarajya 4977622830101534506.html
OnePlus Basically Confirms That the OnePlus 8 Will Have Wireless Charging After All

OnePlus has been hesitant to jump on the wireless charging bandwagon, but things are a-changing over there as the company makes a move that seems to confirm it's had a change of heart.

31 Jan 16:00 Gizmodo UK 8363059000871129628.html
EU vote could now force Apple to ditch Lightning for USB-C

The European Union has voted to standardise chargers for mobile devices in a measure that could force Apple to abandon the iPhone's traditional Lightning | Trusted Reviews

31 Jan 16:17 Trusted Reviews 12694854296069123.html
WhatsApp to stop working on millions of phones

The messaging app will become obsolete on older operating systems from 1 Feb.

31 Jan 16:41 BBC News 3883826129134555615.html
EU Officially Votes to Create a Standard Charging Adapter for Phones Despite Apple's Protests

After a debate that had raged on for more than 10 years, the European Parliament has finally voted in a landslide 582-40 decision to create a standard charging solution for all phones and other small to medium-sized mobile devices.

31 Jan 16:30 Gizmodo 461714589806867657.html
Galaxy Z Flip will offer 12W wireless charging, stereo speakers

The Samsung Galaxy Z has been confirmed several times already. No doubt the South Korean tech giant is working on the next-gen foldable phone. It will be different from the original, first-gen Gala…

31 Jan 16:00 Android Community 7463818292279023746.html
CCTS begins administering CRTC’s new Internet Code today

The CCTS now officially administers the new CRTC-issued Internet Code, which was released in July 2019.

31 Jan 16:21 mobilesyrup 1267416330482972717.html
Here's another code for free Pokemon Sword and Shield items as the Wild Area events shift again

Out with the old, in with the new. Game Freak has been cycling new micro-Pokemon Sword and Shield events for the past few months, and another one is upon us. This one is a slight change in Wild Area sightings, accompanied by anoth...

31 Jan 16:00 Destructoid 5545714966323940124.html
EU to consider mandatory common charger for smartphones, paving the way for USB-C domination (Update: Vote passed)

The European Union will soon hold a vote to decide if it will enforce a mandatory, universal charging connector for all smartphones and other similar,

31 Jan 16:57 Android Police 6171356415750108611.html
The Alexa-Enabled iRobot Roomba 960 Robot Vacuum Is Just $395

Amazon has a great deal on the iRobot Roomba 960 robot vacuum today. Dropping the price to just $394.99. That's good for over $250 off of its regular

31 Jan 16:46 Android Headlines 8385692877873621678.html
TriEye’s Infrared Camera Helps Autonomous Cars See Through Haze

This site may earn affiliate commissions from the links on this page. Terms of use.

31 Jan 16:03 Extremetech 653399568551816720.html
Apple Supplier Japan Display Reaches $930 Million Bailout Agreement With Ichigo

Struggling Apple supplier Japan Display has reached a deal with Ichigo Asset Management to receive up to 100.8 billion yen ($930 million USD) in bailout funding.

31 Jan 16:36 iClarified 2561039881815869443.html
The all-new 10.2-inch iPad hits lowest price ever at Amazon

Amazon has the all-new 10.2-inch Apple iPad on sale and down to its lowest price ever.

31 Jan 16:36 TechRadar 2111116914709438570.html
Star Wars Battlefront II BB-8 update rolls out on Monday, the Age of Rebellion revealed

The delayed BB-8 update for Star Wars Battlefront II will be rolling out on Monday, 3rd February after being halted by a last minute bug earlier this week. The update will also see the Age of Resistan

31 Jan 16:35 tsa 6447108927019412355.html
Google reaching out to D.C. policy experts with explainer tech summits

In today's regulatory climate, Big Tech is increasingly engaging with governments and other influential groups. A Google tech policy summit...

31 Jan 16:49 9to5Google 6197440881381483602.html
A new bill could punish web platforms for using end-to-end encryption

Draft amendment adds new rules for policing child abuse

31 Jan 16:59 The Verge 1337119304925596143.html
Online videos are breaking the silence over domestic abuse in Senegal

For Senegalese activist Fatou Warkha, online videos play a vital role in her campaign to expose and end violence against ...

31 Jan 16:09 www.iol.co.za 17825111213076348.html
Up to $500 off the latest MacBooks, Apple Watch Series 4 discounted by $300, more in today’s best deals

Today's best deals include up to $500 off MacBook Pro, Apple Watch, and more. You can also save big on HomeKit accessories at Amazon.

31 Jan 16:55 9to5Mac 8219339160531696077.html
Google's Next Chrome Update May Cause 'Modest Breakage' To The Internet

Version 80 of Chrome is coming to the stable channel of the browser, and with it, a change in the way cookies are handled. As the cookies crumble, it turns out, so does the Internet, with Google saying it hopes that it will cause only "a modest amount of breakage" to websites....

31 Jan 16:27 Gizmodo AU 3183561247304726748.html
Facebook to remove false contents on coronavirus

Facebook, US social media platform, says it will start removing false contents aimed at misinforming people about the spread of coronavirus.

31 Jan 16:30 TheCable Lifestyle 3194590662290210451.html
Why Google Backtracked on Its New Search Results Look

The internet giant, which some lawmakers and regulators say has grown too powerful, tweaked the way it displayed ads on search results. It did not go over well.

31 Jan 16:38 NY Times 1961078288983947700.html
Apple engineers suggest a standardized format for one-time passcodes

Apple engineers have put forward a proposal that would see SMS one-time passcodes get a standardized format for additional security.

31 Jan 16:12 iDownloadBlog.com 3326243715410189926.html
FCC: Wireless Carriers Violated Federal Law by Sharing Consumer Location Data

One or more wireless carriers violated federal law by failing to protect sensitive customer information like real-time data location, FCC Chairman...

31 Jan 16:11 MacRumors 9068921602702788938.html
Facebook, SAPS join forces to combat child kidnappings

The local police force collaborates with the social media firm to launch an “Amber Alert” tool to help find missing children.

31 Jan 09:47 ITWeb 642894138589134246.html
Meet Meena, Google's new chatbot that interacts like humans

Google has claimed that Meena is better than any voice assistants right now

31 Jan 09:30 Business Today 1145527431691134550.html
Apple's first over-ear headphones could launch in next few months

Rumors suggest that Apple is on the verge of releasing its first-ever wireless over-ear headphones.

31 Jan 09:26 TechRadar 2111116914579880529.html
Microsoft Launches Xbox Bug Bounty Program Paying Out Up To $20,000

Eligible submissions that have a clear and concise proof of concept are eligible for rewards up to $20,000.

31 Jan 09:10 HotHardware 6258404625819757325.html
Europe: Nintendo Switch Animal Crossing: New Horizons console comes 20th March with download code

 A new life on a deserted island awaits. To celebrate the launch of Animal Crossing: New Horizons on 20th March, a limited Nintendo Switch bundle will be available in stores on the same day, includ…

31 Jan 09:47 My Nintendo News 1055834753942799074.html
Google launches SOS Alerts for coronavirus

The search engine giant has also donated a sum of 250,000 dollars -- through its charitable arm Google.org -- to the Chinese branch of Red Cross to aid the coronavirus relief work

31 Jan 09:30 mid-day 6119021830827042958.html
Internet Users Talk About Their Bosses Whose Middle Names are Greed and Arrogance

Relationships between employers and employees are traditionally considered complicated. For some unknown reason, employers sincerely believe that employees are: obligated to work 24/7 for a tiny salary, work overtime without extra pay, do tasks that are outside of their actual duties, and generally be thankful for having a great opportunity to be working at “such a serious and respectable company.”

31 Jan 09:30 BrightSide — Inspiration. Creativity. Wonder. 5767263655828779759.html
Star Wars Battlefront 2 February community event calendar confirmed

EA has confirmed what kind of content Star Wars Battlefront II players can expect to get throughout the month of February, with the first part actually kicking off today. From today, January 31st, the

31 Jan 09:00 tsa 6447108927427215082.html
Coronavirus may impact availability of some Samsung Galaxy S20 accessories

Virus outbreak has led to delay in release of third-party accessories

31 Jan 09:40 BusinessLine 5283600503819177.html
Cloudwalker 4K UHD Smart screen review: Feature-rich, yet incomplete

Its USP is that it works both as a smart TV and a computer; and while it has a decent price tag, the big let-down is sound quality

31 Jan 09:27 Business-Standard 1502508926556897436.html
How Much Are We Paying for Our Subscription Services? A Lot

Online subscriptions sure sound cheap, but what do a few bucks a month to watch TV shows, store photos online and stream music add up to? Quite a lot, it turns out. From a report: In 2019, we each spent $640 on digital subscriptions like streaming video and music services, cloud storage, dating apps...

31 Jan 09:42 entertainment.slashdot.org 6456299620500924098.html
Mourners flock from around the world for funeral of traveller who had 140 grandchildren

Patrick 'Paddy' Doran was laid to rest in Leeds, West Yorkshire, surrounded by his adoring friends and family who travelled from all over the world to attend the service

31 Jan 09:58 mirror 675785261884217608.html
Samsung will bring “Super ISO” low light sensitivity to their phone cameras

There is a battle for the best low-light photos between Huawei, Google and Samsung, and it appears Samsung will launch its next offensive with the Samsung Galaxy S20. LetsGoDigital has found a new trademark application for “Super ISO” for Samsung at the UK IPO (Intellectual Property Office). The application says the trademark is for: camera …

31 Jan 09:00 MSPoweruser 1651641550206857698.html
Guide: Best Cheap Nintendo Switch Games - Switch eShop Deals (US)

Our regularly updated picks of discounted games on Switch

31 Jan 09:00 Nintendo Life 5246707018886921529.html
How to stop Siri listening to you

Apple has been listening to conversations with Siri in order to improve accuracy and some people are annoyed. Here's how to turn Siri listening off and how to get Siri to stop recording on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, HomePod and Apple TV. Keep your conversations private!

31 Jan 09:43 Macworld UK 4405179198922259637.html
Google releases OpenSK, an open-source 2FA security key platform

Google has released OpenSK, an open-source 2FA security key platform that you can flash on your own Nordic chip device. Check it out here!

31 Jan 09:19 XDA Developers 7805159870371161927.html
Redmi Band moniker & features spotted on Xiaomi Wear app’s source code

Xiaomi‘s fitness band has always been known for its cheap pricing, solid build and good performance. Since the Mi Band 4 was released, the units have sold massively. A survey of wearable devices in China by IDC for Q3 2019 had revealed that Xiaomi’s wearables command 25% of the market. Of course, most of the …

31 Jan 09:02 Gizmochina 1751854816217221606.html
Tangi video app from Google’s Area 120: Can this be a TikTok challenger?

Tangi comes from Google's Area 120 team, which is their lab for experimental projects. Its an app for creating and sharing short videos, and here's what we thought of it in the first use.

31 Jan 09:41 The Indian Express 2885715104324933799.html
Rumor: BMW iNext could get Intelligent Glass Control technology

BMW iNext is supposed to become BMW's new technology flagship when unveiled, next year. One of these tech is the Intelligent Glass Control

31 Jan 09:20 BMW BLOG 8947460770425372383.html
What happens if the internet’s most important law disappears?

If Facebook is held liable for everything you write, it'll stop letting you write.

31 Jan 09:00 Engadget 96641516154628573.html
Would Huawei Return To Google? It Depends Who You Ask (Updated)

Huawei is currently blocked from including Google apps and services on its smartphones, but if the trade ban was lifted, would it go back to the full Android phone? It depends on who at Huawei you ask. Update: Huawei Australia weighs in with its own hopes for a Google future....

31 Jan 09:21 Gizmodo AU 3183561246548036504.html
Microsoft Offers $20,000 Bug Bounty for Xbox Live

Microsoft has just launched a brand new bug bounty offering $20,000 to people who can find major security flaws in Xbox Live.

31 Jan 09:20 eTeknix 2326702695977730022.html
Sources: Nokia 2.2 may receive Android 10 update very soon

HMD has already delivered on its promise of updating Nokia 6.1 Plus, Nokia 6.1 and Nokia 7.1 to Android 10 in early Q1 2010. But it is not stopping yet and if our trusted sources are to be believed Nokia 2.2 will be the next Nokia smartphone to get Android 10.

31 Jan 09:36 NPU 717572087700498596.html
Apple engineers propose a way to make using two-factor texts easier

The proposed standard would help users avoid phishing scams.

31 Jan 09:25 Engadget 96641515602702754.html
Amazon's latest milestone: 150 million Prime members

Amazon had another prime holiday season.

31 Jan 09:10 Tech Xplore 4945708899039131575.html
Google's Latest Video App Tangi is TikTok for People Who Love Pinterest

Google has announced it’s launching an “experimental social video sharing app” called Tangi for short, 60-second tutorials.

31 Jan 09:00 Gizmodo UK 8363059001872749654.html
How To Create Custom Keyboard Shortcuts On Windows 10

You can use WinHotKey to create custom keyboard shortcuts on Windows 10 PC. Check out how to create custom keyboard shortcuts on Windows 10.

31 Jan 09:56 Tech Viral 5805609764895028511.html
Inject Microsoft Flight Simulator Into My Veins, Thanks

Talking about Flight Simulator as the most visually appealing game of the next generation seems a bit weird, but god damn it's hard not to appreciate those clouds....

31 Jan 09:10 Kotaku Australia 2018810246401321109.html
Fanuc Still Under Pressure From The Automation Slowdown

Fanuc didn't report a strong fiscal third quarter, but it was relatively in line and that comes as a relief.Orders continue to decline at a double-digit rate, and a sequential bump in FA orders is lik

31 Jan 09:17 Seeking Alpha 5725634557826174578.html
Facebook walks back digital currency project Libra

Libra, Facebook’s digital currency initiative, has been faltering since late last year as partners started backing out after regulators opposed the plan. In a post-earnings conference call this week, Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg said work on the Libra initiative is being handled by the Libra Foundation, stressing the separation between the foundation and the social…

31 Jan 09:24 EJ Insight 7853952859300843539.html
Windows 10 Allegedly Crosses 1 Billion Active Installs Globally

When we last visited Windows 10 adoption numbers, the company reported 900 million active installations in September 2019.

31 Jan 09:36 HotHardware 6258404625665389345.html
The Pokemon Company is revealing a new mythical Pokemon for the Sword and Shield era next month

So there's a lot of Pokemon news coming up. A hell of a lot. We already got news! How much more news could there be!? Well when it comes to Pokemon, a lot a lot. Despite the season pass announcement (which is actually two giant expansions),...

31 Jan 09:00 Destructoid 5545714967550013579.html
Top ASX stock picks for February 2020

We asked our Foolish writers to pick their favourite ASX shares to buy in February 2020. Here is what they came up with…

31 Jan 09:12 Motley Fool Australia 7546098476214151507.html
IBM chief Ginni Rometty to step down

Cloud business boss Arvind Krishna to succeed.

31 Jan 09:28 iTnews 4425008560501850547.html
Facebook to remove Coronavirus fake news after WHO flags global emergency

The move is unusually aggressive for Facebook, which generally limits the distribution of content containing health misinformation through restrictions on search results and advertising

31 Jan 09:37 Business-Standard 1502508925941954241.html