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, […]

Wasteland Remastered Looks Wild

The original Wasteland was a text-heavy RPG with minimalist graphics and simple options where you'd slowly watch text scroll up a screen. That's not the kind of presentation most gamers would want in 2020, so it's no surprise that Wasteland Remastered looks so radically different....

Kingdom Under Fire: The Crusaders coming to PC

Kingdom Under Fire: The Crusaders, the real-time strategy / third-person action hybrid game first launched for Xbox in October 2004, is coming to PC via Steam in Q1 2020, developer Blueside announced....

The latest smart gadget scandal could teach us something about the next gen of gaming and beyond

Video games often lead in technology, but sometimes the industry follows leads set elsewhere. People call services like Xbox Game Pass a ‘Netflix of Games’, for instance, because while the delivery system and technology is entirely different, the end result is much the same: doing away with physical media or digital downloads for a simple, […]

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

SPYSHOTS: 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander spotted testing

The next-generation Mitsubishi Outlander has been spotted running road tests, eight years since the debut of the current-generation model in 2012. Here,

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.

[Update: Hands-on images] Moto G8, G8 Power specs and renders leak w/ mid-range hardware, familiar design

Specifications of the upcoming Moto G8 and G8 Plus have leaked alongside a solo render of the devices we are expecting to see unveiled at MWC 2020.

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.

Billie Eilish malware attacks 15 000 SA users 

Cyber criminals are exploiting Grammy Awards to spread malware hidden in music tracks or video clips, says Kaspersky.

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.

Lottery Commission gives new guidelines to operators

ABUJA---THE National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC), in furtherance of its efforts to strengthen its regulatory functions in the sect

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order sold over 8 million copies so far, beating EA’s expectations

EA is very happy with how Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order performed.

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.

Nintendo Says No New Switch Models Planned For 2020

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

The PTRD Was The Soviet Anti-Tank Rifle That Defeated Nazi Germany

It was a threatening weapon.

Lincoln will build their first electric vehicle with Rivian

Lincoln announces new pure-electric vehicle coming soon, to be developed with Rivian

Auto Expo 2020: MG Maxus D90 SUV to be priced between Rs 40-45 lakh

The MG Maxus D90 SUV will take on the Fortuner and Endeavour.

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 …

Huawei Malaysia’s first smartphone in 2020! | ICYMI #261

On today’s episode, we’ve got quite a few things to talk about. Huawei is set to launch is its first smartphone in Malaysia for 2020, while we’re also going to help you be the first to know about the Samsung Galaxy S20 launch. And the Wuhan coronavirus has taken down Google’s offices. Meanwhile, if you’re interested to find out about Huawei Malaysia’s first smartphone of 2020, we’re going to talk about the Huawei Nova 7i.

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

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

Barnstaple based business take Business Innovation of the Year gong

SEA, the Barnstaple-based defence and security electronic system specialist has won a national award

Blizzard owns any custom game made in Warcraft 3 Reforged

Blizzard has changed its Custom Game Acceptable Use Policy so that any custom game made in Warcraft 3 Reforged -- or any other Blizzard game -- becomes its property.

GoDaddy buys local social content start-up

The world’s biggest Web host by market share purchases Cape Town-based Over, a social content start-up company.

Guide: Best Cheap Nintendo Switch Games - Switch eShop Deals (Europe)

Our regularly updated picks of discounted games on Switch

How to Buy Bitcoin 2020: Complete Guide to The Best Options

Our Ultimate Guide to buying Bitcoin in 2020 - Fresh update with all the best options to purchase with Debit, Credit Card & Bank Transfer

Ryanair signs Rentalcars.com to drive unrivalled car rental experience

Ryanair has partnered with to offer its travellers the best rates on the world’s largest choice of car rental inventory.  By integrating Rentalcars.com’s platform across its Group Airlines, Ryanair is using the most innovative technology in the industry to create a market-leading and frictionless user experience that will deliver more car rental bookings than ever before.  As a result of its improved customer journey across Web, Mobile and App platforms, Ryanair’s customers will not only be offered the widest choice of cars

Anti-Virus Companies Are Sticking With Windows 7 (For Now)

The vast majority of antivirus companies have confirmed that they will be continuing support on Windows 7 for the foreseeable future.

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.

Kioxia present BiCS5 NAND SSD memory with 112 layers

Kioxia (Formerly Toshiba) and its technology and manufacturing partner Western Digital Corp have developed their fifth-generation BiCS FLASH three-dimensional (3D) flash memory with a 112-layer vertic...

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...

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.

The Outer Worlds Switch release scheduled for March

The wait is almost over -- The Outer Worlds Switch release date has been locked in for March 2020. Those on Switch can expect the RPG -- one we named best RPG of 2019 here at Stevivor -- from 6 March 2020. Physical copies will be offered, but they're actually just placeholders for a digital download.

Kingdom Hearts: Project Xenahort officially titled Kingdom Hearts: Dark Road

Just last week, we were informed by Square Enix that a new Kingdom Hearts title was in development for mobile platforms, with the tentative title of

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 ...

Funky Tetris Remix Lets You Play 4 Games At Once

There are a few key ways to increase the difficulty of a puzzle game. You could add new rules that limit player options or strange hazards that shift their strategies. You can also just add a metric crap-ton of variables to track. Schwerkraftprojektionsgerät, a game by Stephen Lavelle, does exactly that by cranking...

The Outer Worlds has a release date for Nintendo Switch… but not everyone is happy

If you’ve been holding out for a portable version of last year’s excellent Obsidian RPG, The Outer Worlds, then we finally have a release date for you.

Star quality: telescope captures Sun in greatest detail ever

A huge telesc­ope has produc­ed pictur­es of the Sun's surfac­e, reveal­ing boilin­g plasma cells the size of Texas

Farming Simulator 19 is Free on the Epic Games Store

Farming Simulator 19 is the latest game to be offered for free on the Epic Games Store. Will you be grabbing your copy for the weekend?

Nike Vaporfly: World Athletics set to rule on running shoe range

World Athletics is set to tighten regulations of high-tech running shoes, including the controversial Nike Vaporfly range.

Can Alyx pull VR out of its niche? | Opinion

Half-Life: Alyx is driving headset sales before it's even released -- but it's going to take a lot more to make VR into a viable market for AAA games

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 …

2020 TVS Apache RR310 – ride-by-wire, LCD display

Updated and revised for this year is the 2020 TVS Apache RR310, newly released in the India market. At first glance, updates appear confined to new

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.

FBI Probes Use of Israeli Cyberattack Firm NSO's Spyware Against Americans

Investigators aim to show how involved the company has been in specific hacks, some allegedly targeting U.S. or foreign government officials, sources say

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

Cybersecurity: Lessons learned from live exercises

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

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.

Nvidia Ampere graphics card release date, specs, and rumours

The rumours about Nvidia's next-gen GPUs are such salty ones we're developing coronary troubles...

Discovery takes pressure off blood measurements

Researchers at Monash University are on the verge of creating a revolutionary, portable blood pressure monitoring device that can provide data continuously to patients from the comfort of their home.

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.

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.

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…

TANCET 2020 application deadline extended, check how to apply for master’s level entrance exam

TANCET 2020: The exams will be conducted as per schedule - on February 29 for MCA and MBA and on March 1 for ME, MTech, M.Arch, and M.Plan admissions.

Upcoming VW A0 (Kia Seltos/Creta Rival) SUV Teased, Debut On 3rd Feb

VW MQB AO IN SUV will become a direct rival of the Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta, it will aim to help the German auto giant gain a stronger grip on the highly competitive local market

Acer introduces the elegant, portable and professional 15.6" Full HD PM161Q monitor

Acer today unveiled the PM161Q monitor, a new ultra-portable, professional quality 15.6” monitor for professionals and students on the move....

AIIMS Nursing Officer admit card 2020 released, download now

AIIMS Nursing officer admit card 2020: The candidates can download the admit card through the official website - aiimsexams.org. The hall ticket is available to download for Bhopal, Jodhpur, Patna and Raipur

Grab for Free: Farming Simulator 19

Focus Home Interactive and Epic Games are currently giving away Farming Simulator 19 for free. From today and until February 6th, PC gamers can visit the game's Epic Games Store page and acquire the...

Atari plans to open video game-themed resorts in 8 US cities

LAS VEGAS — Atari, the arcade game company that ushered in the gaming revolution in the 1980s, is opening eight video game-themed hotels across the United States, including ones in Las Vegas and . . .

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 …

Top Streamers Are Leaving Twitch Amidst Big Money And Shady Deals

Let’s say you’re an up-and-coming streamer. You’ve done it for a while and you make decent money, although you’re no Tyler “Ninja” Blevins. But you’re on your way there, or so you hope. A while back, you got the opportunity to sign with an agency that promised to help you set up deals to advertise brands...

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...

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.

2019 Subaru XV recalled over seatbelt fault

More than 700 compact Subaru SUVs are being recalled to rectify an issue with the rear seatbelts.

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.

Galaxy S20 family pass GeekBench with Snapdragon 865 and 12GB RAM

The Samsung Galaxy S20 trio passed through GeekBench 5.1 benchmark with Snapdragon 865 SoC, 12GB of RAM and Android 10 in tow.

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

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.

Apple’s Super Bowl Commercials

Super Bowl Sunday is here, and the adverts are a big part of the occasion - Apple hasn't always contributed, but its memorable when it does.

Helicopter company in Kobe Bryant crash not certified to fly in poor visibility

The charter company whose helicopter crashed and killed basketball star Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others on Sunday was not certified to fly in conditions requiring pilots to fly using only cockpit instruments, media reports said.

Quality scores, along with amenities

Cost reduction is no longer the sole concern for buyers in affordable housing projects. By M.A. Siraj

Nintendo says Ring Fit Adventure sales continue to soar in Asia, with massive shortages

So in case you missed it, Ring Fit Adventure launched last October, and it absolutely rules. I only got into it recently, but I've found it to be a perfect mix of physical activity and cute RPG fun. It's something I look forward to playing ...

CERN: We're ditching Facebook Workplace. Here's why

CERN is to demand that Facebook removes all its content from Workplace by January 31.

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.

5 of the worst ransomware attacks in the US

Ransomware in 2020 will be as destructive as ever, according to experts. Here are the worst to date – and a preview of what’s to come.

Non-cash payments under I-T Act: 7 electronic modes get CBDT nod

BHIM, UPI, debit/credit cardsand net banking make the cut

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.

Acceleron Reignites Pipeline After Latest Trial Success With PAH Drug

Acceleron achieves primary endpoint in phase 2 PULSAR study using sotatercept to treat patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension.Top-line results from the phase 2b PULSAR study are going to be rel

Auto Expo 2020: MG Maxus D90 SUV to be called Gloster in India

MG Gloster will be priced aggressively at Rs 40-45 lakh and come with a new diesel engine. The Gloster will compete with the likes of the Alturas G4, Toyota Fortuner and Ford Endeavour but match much more premium cars like the Land Cruiser Prado and Jeep Grand Cherokee in terms of features and performance. 

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 ...

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

Oppo smartwatch showcased by company exec ahead of launch

Weeks ahead of the rumoured MWC 2020 announcement, an Oppo VP has provided our first look at the upcoming smartwatch

Domino's wants software development classed as a manufacturing industry

Warns Australian tech job market is getting dysfunctional, again.

All-New 2021 Kia Sedona Coming Soon With Big Changes

At the 2018 New York Auto Show, the Kia Sedona minivan was given a refresh with updated styling, a more spa...

Richa Chadha On Pay Disparity In Bollywood: “It’s Really The Number Of Bums You Put On The Seats”

Actress Richa Chadha as spoken on pay disparity in the Hindi film industry and said that the day all actors are able to bring in equal business at the box-office, the problem will cease to exist."I

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.

Turn off BT warnings the next time you play Death Stranding

Kojima Productions is still chipping away at fan-requested updates for Death Stranding. The latest feature – a BT Encounter Warning option – lets players skip the slightly-too-long scene that plays whenever Sam treads into Beach...

WarCraft III Reforged: Not the flavor of chaos we were hoping for

We tried—seriously—to keep our cool while cataloging this $30 re-release's woes.

The Ponderosa: A Classic Chevy 1966 Pickup Truck Has Been Revamped and It's Striking

The 1966 Chevrolet pickup truck was just restomodded by Rtech Fabrications and hasn't looked better. At eight feet tall and 20 feet in length, it's where classic meets modern.

Engineers Create Super-Speedy “Bionic Jellyfish” That Could Help Us Explore The Ocean’s Unknown

Engineers have developed a bionic jellyfish that can move three times faster than regular jellyfish whilst using less energy. Jellyfish propel themselves a

Filipino scientists help confirm nCoV cases

Filipino scientists from the Philippine Genome Center (PGC) are lending a hand to health officials in confirming cases of the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCov) in the country.

POTUS Candidate Yang Says Better Crypto Regulation Is Needed

Andrew Yang, a businessman running for the seat of President of the United States, talked Bitcoin and cryptocurrency with Bloomberg's Joe Weisenthal

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.

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.

It's Official: GMC Is Reviving the Hummer as Its First-Ever All-Electric Truck

The rumors have been confirmed at last: GMC will be releasing its first all-electric Hummer in May, and the plan is for it to start production sometime in 2021.

Avast (and AVG) busted for selling personal data, kills responsible subsidiary

A company that millions trust to protect their PCs from external threats has just been busted selling their confidential data to advertisers

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 …

Inside the 'flying taxi' that could soon ferry passengers around London

This week, Vertical Aerospace showcased its flying taxi prototype in London’s Canary Wharf, and Mirror Online was given an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour

FBI Allegedly Probing Israeli Firm NSO Group's Spyware Used In High-Profile Hacks

The probe is allegedly looking at suspected intelligence gathering on governments according to the sources.

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.

Apple Chipmaker Says Supply Not Affected By Coronavirus

One of Apple's chipmakers, TMSC, insists it is business as usual despite the coronavirus disrupting supply chains.

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.

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…

Motorola Moto G Stylus Appears In More Real-Life Images

The upcoming Motorola Moto G Stylus has just surfaced in more real-life images. The device first surfaced in renders, and the first real-life images of

Watching TV in South Africa in 2020 just got a whole lot more complicated

South African TV critic Thinus Ferreira takes a closer look at SA's streaming wars and how viewers' appetite for choice might cost them a lot more than they thought.

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 ...

Vrenetic will distribute its livestreaming apps in China

Vrenetic said that it will distribute its livestreaming apps in China as part of an effort to expand its market reach with new Chinese partners.

The ethics of editing humans – and the scientist who helped make it easy

Jennifer Doudna co-discovered the Crispr tool that could cure disease and change the human race. But what happens if it falls into the wrong hands?

Vulkan is coming to Raspberry Pi: first triangle

We have some news to share on the graphics front...we have started work on a much requested feature: an open-source Vulkan driver!

For Honor is getting 2 heroes instead of 4 this year, a Battle Pass

For Honor is the latest Ubisoft live service game to gain a Battle Pass, and cut the number of new characters launching this year.

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.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk drops hot new track: Gigaclub coming soon?

A day after Tesla reported its impressive Q4 2019 earnings, CEO Elon Musk seems to be in a celebratory mood, treating his fans and the electric vehicle community by dropping a new song. The Model Y delivery is set to start soon and a lot of people are excited about the Cybertruck but the Tesla […]

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.

Truck has 480,000 lumen light panel installed on it

RCtestflight on YouTube was dissastisfied with only being able to light up entire mountainsides from four kilometers away, so replaced the enormous array of LED lamps atop his truck with ones inclu…

Relive PS1-Era Horror on Your PC With The Haunted PS1 Demo Disc

Itch.io has become the go-to place for finding indie horror games, it seems. We now even have an article series devoted to it. And if that’s not proof enough, Haunted PS1, a community for low rez horror games, is set to release something special. Old-school PS1 gamers probably remember the PS1 demo discs. Well, Haunted […]

Piston Slap: Sounding the Alarm on a Bad Sensor?

Diana writes: Hi Sajeev! My husband, rrhyne56, gave me your email address, because I have a question about my 2008 Honda CR-V. The alarm goes off, in the middle of the night, only when the temperatures are freezing. Unlocking with the FOB, stops it. But, the FOB will not lock the car. I have to […]

The Sims 'for a new generation' could have online play

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

Japanese billionaire Maezawa pulls out of dating show that promised the moon

Japanese fashion billionaire Yusaku Maezawa has pulled out of a documentary search for a girlfriend to take on his voyage around the moon,

EA plans to release four major non-sports titles before April 2021

EA held an earnings call last night for the third quater of the FY2020. EA revealed that it has 12 games in the pipeline set to be published before April 2021, including four new games based on existing IPs.

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 …

China's drone army fighting coronavirus: Farm, police and personal drones are repurposed to spray disinfectant over villages and cities hit by killer virus

Drones are currently being used in the coastal provinces of Jilin, Shandong and Zhejiang with individual devices disinfecting an area of 16,000 square metres in a single morning.

Avast CEO Says Company Will Shutter Data-Sucking Subsidiary, Apologises for the Data-Sucking

The “global leader” in cybersecurity – Avast – announced today it would be shutting down its analytics arm Jumpshot that was recently found harvesting the data of the hundreds of millions installing Avast’s free browser extension. Apparently, the optics of a company that prides itself on privacy-forward approaches and honouring user’s personal security exploiting users’ data for profit was just a bridge too far.

Optus Cops Massive Fine For Spamming 750,000 Unsubscribed Customers

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has fined Optus over $500,000 for breaching Australia's spam laws....

New Photos Reveal Sun's Turbulent Surface in 'Unprecedented' Detail

These new photos reveal the sun's turbulent surface in 'unprecedented' detail

A New Model for Crowdsourcing Innovation

Make sure participants deliver ideas — and a business plan.

SBI invests $20m in core banking-API integration firm OpenLegacy

Japan's SBI Holdings has invested $20 million in OpenLegacy Technologies, an American software firm that smooths API integration of core banking systems.

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.

Reasons to Make Disney+ Your Favorite Streaming Service

As more and more streaming services come out, we are all picking our favorite, and there are plenty of reasons it might be Disney+.

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

Watch and listen as a rack-mountable Mac Pro is unboxed and stress tested

The rack-mounted Mac Pro is designed to be used in data centers and we're seeing more of them now they're arriving in the hands of buyers. Like this one that's with music pro Neil Parfitt.

Barli Asmara enters ready-to-wear market with latest collection

Barli Asmara may be known to you for his delicate and ultra-feminine bridal offerings, but the designer has now set foot into the world of affordable ready-to-wear clothes with his latest collection.

The great Baillieu stockbroking sting

Should two Melbourne brothers have picked up on the signals coming from a mysterious Arab financier that he was part of an elaborate entrapment?

The Sims 4 hits 20 million players, with online play hinted for a next-gen game

The Sims Online rises from the ashes?

Nissan Titan Becomes Snarling Beast With Sweet-Sounding Exhaust

We're of the opinion that the Nissan Titan doesn't get as much recognition as it deserves in the US market....

Oyo cuts staff strength by about 2,000, exits 200 cities as part of restructuring

Oyo claims that although it has slashed a significant workforce, there has been a lot of support that the start-up has given to the employees who have been asked to leave

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 [...]

ISRO readying for low cost satellite launch vehicles

ISRO has earmarked $1,600 million for launch vehicles, of which $870 million will be for PSLV and the remaining for Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle, he revealed. ISRO has planned some 500 Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle launches in the next five years. The Government Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO) model is picking up very well in the space and defence sectors.

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.

EU votes in favor of choosing a common charging cable standard

The European Union wants to vote on legislation by July at the latest.

Realme C3 seemingly spotted on Geekbench with Helio G70

Realme India has recently confirmed that it will be announcing the Realme C3 smartphone in the country on Feb. 6. The smartphone will be arriving as the successor of the Realme C2 from last year. The Chinese firm has revealed that the Helio G70 will be the driving force of the smartphone. The SoC was …

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....

An Ode To Spitzer, NASA's Now-Defunct Space Telescope

Deep space is a harsh, unforgiving place, traversed only by the lonely few. Now, one traveller's decade-spanning journey through the stars is coming to an end. January 31 marks the last day NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope will broadcast science and engineering data to Earth, closing the final curtain on a trip that...

AFP Fact Check: Coronavirus — Pakistani officials deny they issued warning over dangers of eating goat meat

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2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS prototype photographed

Official side-by-side photographs show the 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS will closely follow last year’s Vision EQS concept.

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.

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.

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.

Apple chipmaker TSMC says production has not been affected by coronavirus

Apple chipmaker TSMC says its production remains unnaffected by the coronavirus outbreak.

Amazon’s 2019 Transparency Report Shows Slight Decline in Government Requests

Amazon’s 2019 transparency report says it received 1,841 subpoenas, 440 search warrants, and 114 other requests in the second half of 2019.

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.

Electronics Deals – January 31, 2020: TP-Link, Wemo, Sony & More

Today only, in Amazon's Gold Box Deal of the Day, you're going to be able to save up to 40% on select smart home products. This includes smart routers,

The Sims 5 rumours, release date, gameplay, news and more

We suspect that EA is developing The Sims 5 at the moment, so here's everything we know about the release date, possible features and more

Xbox One bundle deals offer Black Friday prices with discounts across all models

Pick up a cheap Xbox One S or X from just $149 this week as Walmart and Amazon return to Black Friday prices.

Rocket Report: Starlink flies, OneWeb has next mega-constellation launch

“This marks the start of a regular launch campaign during 2020.”

A quantum of solid: A glass nanoparticle in the quantum regime

Researchers in Austria have used lasers to levitate and cool a glass nanoparticle into the quantum regime. Although it is trapped in a room-temperature environment, the particle's motion is solely governed ...

How Laser Weapons are Changing Military Defense and Offense

As technology advances, so too is the way that we carry out modern warfare. No, not the game, rather the weapons that militaries use around the world in everyday defense.

Telescope in Hawaii captures Sun in great detail

The Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope on the island of Maui has a 13-foot (four meters) mirror, the world's largest for a solar telescope.

A Full-Picture Approach To Thwarting Debit Fraud

Debit payments have a $960 million fraud problem — and reliance on analyzing customers' behaviors doesn't go far enough. Modern security measures must examine the behavioral patterns of all transactional participants (including the ATM), says FICO Vice President Doug Clare. In the inaugural Next-Gen Debit Tracker, he discusses how financial institutions (FIs) can expand their application of fraud-fighting tools to secure debit transactions.

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.

Over half of British consumers faced a data breach last year

Got a BT email address? Check your security now

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.

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.

Websites selling Primark online meaning you can avoid the queues

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

Why Telegram CEO feels using WhatsApp is dangerous

iPhone of Amazon's Bezos hacked last month .A senior Facebook official blamed the phone's security flaws

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.

Intel’s 10-core Comet Lake i9 10900K will boost to 5.1GHz

Intel's top 10-core 10th Gen processor will boost up to 5.1GHz

Bitcoin Is Up 32% This Month – On Track for $152,000 Year-End?

As Jan 2020 ends, bitcoin is up 32% this month. As one analyst points out, if this continues every month, BTC will reach $152,000 by Dec.

European Union passes resolution to force common charger for smartphones

Recently we reported that Apple may be forced to ship iPhones with USB-C port in the European Union. As we expected, EU parliament this week voted 582-40 in favor of a resolution to urge action by the European Commission on a common charging solution for smartphones. The parliament has asked the Commission to ensure that …

New sci-fi RPG from BioWare veterans announced – and it sounds like Mass Effect

BioWare vets' new studio Archetype is creating a "roleplaying game set in a new science fiction universe"

'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....

This Cat Quest Double Pack Squeezes Two Cuddly RPGs Into One Pawsome Bundle

Great for RPG beginners

I Know Some Algorithms Are Biased—Because I Created One

It was inadvertent, but it taught me an important lesson

Sadhguru – BJP’s spiritual henchman

Hidden behind his calm demeanor and apparent rationality is a message laced with vitriol, prejudice and pseudoscience

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.

Speedway Racing Will Bring Daytona USA-Style Action To Switch Soon

Comes with "arcade driving" and "rock music"

Kozhikode fishermen save a whale shark

An endangered whale shark, accidentally caught while trawling, is returned to the sea in a dramatic rescue by nine alert Kozhikode fishermen. Meet the fishermen, scientists and conservationists who are protecting our oceans

London-based Yumpingo raises over €9 million to help restaurants gather real-time feedback

UK startup Yumpingo, a one-minute instant review platform for restaurants, has raised over €9 million. The foodtech startup will use the funds to launch Yumpingo Pay, a new pay-at-table platform, and expand the company’s sales and operations internationally.

Nonflammable electrolyte for high-performance potassium batteries

Australian scientists have developed a nonflammable electrolyte for potassium and potassium-ion batteries, for applications in next-generation energy-storage systems beyond lithium technology. In the ...

Collaboration tools are more popular than ever, but they have an insidious side

Are collaboration tools having a positive or negative impact on the way we work?

Apex Legends Is Coming To Mobile, But Not Before June

EA has always wanted to bring Apex Legends to mobile. In their latest earnings call, EA confirmed that they've found a Chinese partner who will not only be developing the mobile version of the game, but a Chinese-only version of Apex for PC as well....

Telus celebrating 20th anniversary with ‘Critter’ Instagram Story filter

Find out which Telus critter you are with this new Instagram filter.

Lexus LC500h launched at Rs 1.96 crore

Lexus has introduced the LC500h grand tourer to its India line-up. Click here for its price, engine specs and more.

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.

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order beat EA expectations by selling 8m copies

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DICE leadership changes as studio prepares for next Battlefield

EA revealed that there's been a change of leadership at Battlefield developer DICE Stockholm.

Electric scooters can help cities move beyond cars v pedestrians

New laws to legalise e-scooters should be about safety, not horsepower, says Alex Hern, UK technology editor for the Guardian

Rocket Lab kicks off busy year with NRO launch

Rocket Lab successfully launched a classified payload for the NRO Jan. 30 in the first of up to a dozen launches planned by the company this year.

Microsoft is shutting down Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps

Microsoft has long been said to have written off their UWP app platform, with advocates often denying the obvious. Today’s news that Microsoft is shutting down the Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for Windows UWP apps  in 5 months may, however, convince more. On MSDN Microsoft announced that they are shutting down the Microsoft Ad Monetization …

Kids 'in tears' after Torpoint retro video game venue closes

Escape Gaming Venue in Torpoint will close tonight for the last time

A Brief Examination of Science and Technology

A common misconception is that scientists and engineers and their subjects are somehow completely different from those in general education. We live in a world that has to find new ways to keep pace

BrightSparks judging panel highlight: Lizzie Truett, IET

A few weeks ago, we shone a spotlight on a new addition to the EW BrightSparks judging panel, Dr. Frederick Schulze Spüntrup. Today, we’re welcoming back the IET’s young professionals strategic development manager, Lizzie Truett.

Microsoft celebrates Super Bowl LIV with limited-edition Madden NFL 20 Air Max 90 Xbox One X giveaway

Friday is finally here, signaling the unofficial start to

Puma has a smartwatch now, here’s how it looks

The Puma smartwatch sports a 1.19-inch round AMOLED display inside of a 44mm casing and it supports 16mm straps.

The best 40-inch and 43-inch TVs around

If you don't want a small screen, but you don't quite want to jump up to a big-screen TV, then the 40- to 43-inch range is your best option. Check out these 4K and 1080p options.

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.

EA made nearly a billion Dollars in the last quarter thanks to “Live Services”

Publisher Electronic Arts has reported on its quarterly earnings for the last three months of 2019, and they’ve made an awful lot of money on their “live services” which is a bit of a catchall-term…

Samsung Galaxy A51 review: Good performance, cameras

Samsung Galaxy A51 review: Samsung Galaxy A51 succeeds the Galaxy A50s, which is slightly cheaper at Rs 22,999, but the new phone has been upgraded in terms of display and cameras. So, how does the Galaxy A51 perform? Here is our review.

GMC teases new Hummer with 746 kW

It’s been quite some time since we’ve seen a new Hummer with the last one being the locally built H3

Acrelec announces $223 million investment from Glory to expand in-store quick service solutions

Acrelec, the global leader in customer experience technology for “quick service” restaurants and retailers, has announced plans for a $223 million investment by Glory Global Solutions. The funding is subject to review by Acrelec’s employee representatives and certain competition authorities. Acrelec has developed kiosks, drive-through and self-checkouts for many of the world’s best-known restaurants and […]

Zaha Hadid Architects releases visuals of amorphous OPPO Shenzhen headquarters

Zaha Hadid Architects has revealed its proposal for four interconnected towers in Shenzhen, China, which will contain the open-plan headquarters for OPPO.

Seriously, The Electric Hummer Is A Total Change In How We Think About EVs

As modern as they seem, electric vehicles have actually been around a very long time, since the dawn of the motorcar era at the turn of the 20th century. Even after losing out to gasoline vehicles, they’ve always been around quietly lurking in the background of automobildom. The way we perceive EVs has changed a lot...

AMD rewards RX 5700-series purchases with Resident Evil 3 and MHW: Iceborn

Meanwhile AMD punishes RX 5500 XT buyers with Ghost Recon Breakpoint and Warcraft III: Reforged...

Jeff Bezos met FBI investigators in 2019 over alleged Saudi hack

Amazon founder interviewed as FBI conducts inquiry into Israeli firm linked to malware

PS4 game plus free games for February revealed

Upcoming month's lineup of free games for PS4

It could be up to three years before a coronavirus vaccine is accessible, Canadian scientists say

The team at the International Vaccines facility are in preliminary stages of developing a prototype and say it could be a year before the vaccine is ready to test on humans

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.

Brexit 50p coin sparks huge queues with Brits paying £945 for special edition version

The coins, ranging from a £945 gold proof coin to a 'Brilliant Uncirculated' 50p being sold at £10, went on sale to mark the day the UK leaves the European Union

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Joy-Con And Switch Dock To Be Sold Separately In Japan

Fingers crossed for a western release

Sonos exposed some customers’ email addresses in Bcc apology gaffe

One of the most important rules of mass-emailing is to use the blind copy field, so you don’t reveal the addresses of all your recipients.

Samsung Galaxy S20 Launch Date Set for March 6 (Possibly)

If you thought you knew everything there is to know about the upcoming Galaxy S20, you're not alone, but the release date was one titbit that eluded us. Not anymore apparently, thanks to Samsung itself.

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...

Microsoft to block crapware downloads in its Edge browser

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

‘Albatross cops’ fitted with radar detectors to spot illegal fishing

Albatross have been fitted with technology to help in the fight against illegal fishing in a new trial. Researchers tracked the birds as they flew over the Antarctic Ocean and were drawn towards

Even Better Than The Real Thing

Just when you thought the 22B was the ultimate street legal Subaru, Junya Matsushita brings out his ex-works 1998 Impreza WRC.

PHP is a coding skill every programmer needs to know. Learn it now for under $30.

With that kind of history and pervasiveness, it’s a coding discipline any worthy programmer should have at their disposal. If you need it, that training is available now in The Essential PHP Coding Bundle ($29.99, over 90 percent off).

Moscow court case challenges city's facial recognition use after launch

MOSCOW (Reuters) - A court on Friday will hear a legal challenge to Moscow’s rollout of facial recognition technology over privacy fears, after the final piece of its video surveillance jigsaw fell into place with the awarding of a software contract last month.

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

How can your business improve its digital journey?

Denis Lafitte, Spire Healthcare Group plc, shares insights and advice for the digital road ahead from his own digital journey experience

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?

This Interactive Map Displays The Latest Confirmed Coronavirus Cases

If you're finding it hard to wrap your head around the numbers involved in the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), this interactive map can give you an idea based on the latest World Health Organisation numbers....

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 …

Kia Picanto undergoes specification rethink

Smart’s revisions have gone the other way with the removal of the rear parking sensors and reverse camera.

Coronavirus disruption could spread to Apple's Indian manufacturing base

A report has suggested that disruption to Apple's supply chain caused by the coronavirus outbreak could extend beyond China to Apple's India manufacturing base, in part due to its reliance on China for parts.

Amateur Skywatchers Discover New Form of Northern Lights - Video

The Northern Lights, which is scientifically called the Aurora Borealis, is a natural phenomenon, mainly seen in high-latitude regions.

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 …

NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope ends mission of astronomical discovery

After more than 16 years studying the universe in infrared light, revealing new wonders in our solar system, our galaxy and beyond, NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope's mission has come to an end.

2020 predictions: 5 telling trends in 3D printing

Hype or new hope? Is 2020 the year 3D printing actually disrupts high-volume manufacturing?

Hangouts Meet will now allow you to use your phone for audio

While we’re still getting confused with the various iterations of Hangouts within G Suite and other Google apps, we might get a unified app that will bring everything under just one app. But that m…

Is this the most expensive bottle of liqueur in the world?

Suffolk auctioneers are toasting what they believe may be a record price for a single bottle of liqueur.

Epic Games backs GamesIndustry.biz Academy

Unreal Engine firm to contribute guides to our new section

Intel Is Launching These Three New 10th Generation Mobility Processors In Late March

So, I have an update to our earlier exclusive on Intel 10th generation mobility processors and this information supersedes the previous one. Not only do I have the exact model of the CPUs that Intel will be launching, but a date on when the embargo lifts as well. Intel is going to be launching the …

Snag the latest firmware update for your Surface Laptop 3

Both the Intel and AMD versions of the Surface Laptop 3 have a new firmware update to close out the month of January. The update includes several bug fixes and improvements for both versions of the laptop.

From Antarctica to space: Telemedicine at the limit

ESA is working with Argentina to test telemedicine device Tempus Pro in the harsh conditions of Antarctica as Europe prepares for its next phase of human exploration in space.

UFS 3.1 announced with improvements in speed and power efficiency for flash storage chips

JEDEC has announced the UFS 3.1 open standard for flash storage chips. It brings improvements in speed and power efficiency by including new features.

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.

Five of the Best: Console startup screens

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BS6 Ford Endeavour 2.0-litre diesel, 10-speed auto launch soon

Ford India will announce prices for the BS6 Endeavour soon. Click to know about the new engine-gearbox combination that will launch soon.

Nintendo has "no plans" for new Switch model in 2020

Not mushroom beside PS5 and Xbox Series X.

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 […]

Nubia's next flagship gaming phone will support 80W wired fast charging

In addition to a 144Hz display, Nubia's upcoming 5G gaming phone may allso support 80W fast charging.

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.

Zaha Hadid Architects releases visuals of amorphous OPPO Shenzhen headquarters

Zaha Hadid Architects has revealed its proposal for four interconnected towers in Shenzhen, China, which will contain the open-plan headquarters for OPPO.

ISRO readying low-cost satellite launch vehicles worth Rs 30-35 cr

ISRO has planned some 500 Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle launches in the next five years, a press release quoting Haridas said

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 ...

You can still watch the Super Bowl for free on Roku (updated)

While Fox and Roku work out their differences, NFL says you can watch the Super Bowl on its app.

Save a massive 97% on the Computer Science Bundle

The 11-part Complete Computer Science Bundle is worth over $1,000, but right now it’s on offer for just $39 from Tech Deals.

I Know Some Algorithms Are Biased—because I Created One

Doing so was inadvertent, but it taught me an important lesson

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.

Porn survey reveals extent of UK teenagers' viewing habits

BBFC report finds parents are in denial or largely unaware of what their children view online

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.

Splitty Makes It Easier To Grab A Piece Of The Travel Industry

Online travel platform Splitty enables merchants to expand their offerings to a wider base, and allows consumers to find deals better suited to their needs.

Who will benefit from Ehsaas Kafaalat Programme?

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Prime Minister Imran Khan has formally launched the “Ehsaas Kafaalat Programme”, under which Rs 2,000 stipend will be paid per month to the most deserving and poorest women across the Country through a digital payment system based on transparent mechanism. Under the programme, one million deserving families in 70 Districts will begin receiving Kafaalat stipends from February to March 2020. The enrollment process of 1 million families in 70 Districts has already been initiated in the first phase while more beneficiary families in rest of the Districts will be enrolled systematically by the end of 2020, which will mark the beginning of disbursing the Rs 2,000 monthly stipends to 7 million beneficiaries through the programme. The database of deserving individuals has been established using a variety of modern techniques and technology to ensure the provision of frauds free dignified financial assistance. Meanwhile, all existing eligible beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP)…

TSMC says business as usual; Facebook acts on coronavirus hoaxes

Apple A-series chip supplier TSMC has said that production in its Chinese facilities remains on track despite the coronavirus outbreak impacting output ...

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…

Chhattisgarh CGPSC Prelims admit card released: How to download, exam pattern

Chhattisgarh CGPSC Prelims admit card: The preliminary exam will be held on February 9. Those who clear the exam will be called for CGPSC Main to be held on June 17 to 29 followed by interview.

Scientists Snap Closest-Ever View of the Sun

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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.

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

Friday Dubai Metro Red Line timings changed

Work ahead of Expo 2020 means morning timings have changed on Dubai Metro

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.

Test to detect novel coronavirus available in New Zealand

31 January 2020

Poundland shoppers lose it after spotting controversial 'design flaw' on giraffe toys

A picture of the offending toy has opened the floodgates on social media

Platinum Games Is Possibly Teasing the Return of The Wonderful 101

Platinum Games' Hideki Kamiya is possibly teasing the return of The Wonderful 101 on Nintendo Switch with a new image that has been shared today

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

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 …

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

Who Advertises The Watchmen?

In their feature spotlighting notable comic book ads, CSBG shows how DC Comics promoted Watchmen in the comics back in the day.

Taipei Game Show postponed in response to coronavirus outbreak

With 320,000 people set to attend, organisers take action to avoid "unthinkable risks" of cluster infection

Airtel Announces Best Data Prices to Woo More Customers

Airtel Kenya is back with a brand new offer that could give its rivals a run for their money...

The best Thunderbolt 3 docks

If you have a computer with a Thunderbolt 3 port and want to connect several peripherals, a Thunderbolt dock lets you attach them all with a single cable.

Why the FCC's new 3.5Ghz plan is good for LTE and great for 5G

The FCC's new 3.5Ghz plan will make your LTE faster and give your 5G more space to work.

The best Thunderbolt 3 docks

If you have a computer with a Thunderbolt 3 port and want to connect several peripherals, a Thunderbolt dock lets you attach them all with a single cable.

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.

Sega Europe Ditches Plastic Game Boxes On PC, Everyone Else Should Follow

After what I guess was a trial run with Football Manager last year, Sega Europe has made the decision to make all the boxes for its PC releases cardboard. They’ll be made from 100% recycled materials, and will in turn be 100% recyclable themselves....

2019 Manila traffic is second worst worldwide

TomTom Traffic Index 2019 says Manila is second only to Indian city for traffic congestion

Turkey has what it takes to gain competitive edge in esports, gaming expert says

From how to get into a career in the esports industry and advice for parents of game-crazy kids to what the future holds for Turkey, here's the 'GIST' of all things gaming

Autocar India February 2020 issue out now!

The Autocar India February 2020 issue has exclusive reviews of the BS6-Endeavour and Audi A8 L, a scoop on the new MG sedan and loads more. Click to read.

'Hades' made me a believer in early access games

Hades is everything we want from an early access game.

Mastercard invests in online and offline identity startup Trust Stamp

Mastercard has made a strategic investment in AI-generated identity authentication company Trust Stamp.

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.

Mobile money transactions now at 721 million – Techjaja

Uganda’s mobile financial sector has been growing with increasing number of mobile money subscribers ever since its inception. Uganda Com

AMD to Launch its Latest “Raise The Game” Bundle Promotion

AMD is set to officially launch its latest “Raise The Game” promotion offering games bundles with any qualifying graphics card.

These 3 Numbers Explain Why Amazon Is Dominating Everything Right Now

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

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.

Apple engineers have a proposal to standardize 2FA messages

Apple WebKit engineers have unveiled a new proposal that could standardize the format of two-factor-authentication messages to improve security and prevent users from falling for phishing scams.

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.

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?

Sony Is Asking PS4 Owners If They Want Remote Play On The Nintendo Switch

A 'DualShock with a screen' is also mentioned

How to watch Super Bowl 2020 in the UK: 49ers vs Chiefs

It's the 49ers vs Chiefs in the NFL showdown watched by millions. Here's how to watch Super Bowl 2020 including date, kick off time, TV channels, halftime show and more.

Indiana University’s Big Red 200 Supercomputer Will Rock NVIDIA Ampere GPUs And AMD EPYC Rome Crusher CPUs

The Big Red 200 supercomputer at Indiana University is going to be upgraded with NVIDIA's upcoming Ampere GPUs this summer.

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.

How Turkey can gain the edge in esports: An interview with Meriç Eryürek

From how to get into a career in the esports industry and advice for parents of game-crazy kids to what the future holds for Turkey, here's the 'GIST' of all things gaming

Check Madras University results for UG/PG now on this link

The Madras University results for UG/PG have been declared. The same is available on the official website.

Microsoft launches Xbox bug bounty program with rewards of $20,000 or more

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

Taking a shot at the Disintegration technical beta – distinguished or disinteresting?

With mankind on the brink of extinction after climate change, overpopulation, food shortages and even pandemics, the "near future" world of Disintegration is as 2020s bleak as it comes. Still, it prov

What’s ε in Math?

Inside this article, I'm going to talk about what is Epsilon in math. The truth is that this expression is utilized as a synonym for highscores in math evaluations. What's Epsilon? As an iss

Mahindra Electric launches new brand identity

Mahindra has introduced two different brands within the company for electric mobility - ME, which will offer the company's vehicles and hardware solutions, and NEMO will offer software solutions.

Studying That the Leadership Principle of Nursemaids

How can the Nursing Quantum Leadership idea be used by nurses ? The comprehension of direction through direction theory has been the most effective instrument for esophageal career advancement from

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.…

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...

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.

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.

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…

Huawei P40 Pro: All the latest rumours and news on the upcoming flagship

The Huawei P30 Pro was renowned for its excellent camera, so can its successor manage to improve upon this incredibly high standard?

Musk says Tesla is closing in on the 400-mile range mark

According to Musk, Tesla's battery cell technology has improved and is improving at such a rate, that it won't be much longer until it launches a 400-mile range Model S

A projector had far too much fun with car tech

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

Huawei Band 4 sale starts tomorrow: Price in India, features

Huawei Band 4 was launched recently in India. It comes with major fitness-centric features such as a steps counter and supports various workout modes.

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

Possible Xiaomi Mi MIX Fold Design Gets Patented

Xiaomi has patented a new design for a foldable smartphone, and this one could represent the rumored Mi MIX Fold handset. The design has popped up at

Viral video: Jharkhand’s forest dept uses Archimedes principle to rescue elephant stuck in well

Jharkhand's forest department was praised online after the rescue team used Archimedes principle to rescue an elephant calf stuck inside a well in the state's Gumla district.

How ‘Embedded’ Payment Providers are Transforming Fintech

Behind-the-scenes payments providers could be moving Big Tech further toward financial services.

Kobe Bryant: Helicopter company not certified to fly in foggy weather

The Island Express Helicopters, the charter company whose helicopter crashed and killed basketball star Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven

112 layer flash to be sampled in Q1

Kioxia, the renamed Toshiba, says it will sample a 112-layer TLC flash in Q1. It is the fifth-generation BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory.

The joy of reading

To inculcate reading habit among all age groups, a unique mission involving 4,000 college students from 500 colleges of Tamil Nadu is set for a launch this Sunday

Facebook and Google are fighting coronavirus misinformation

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

Nubia Red Magic 5G: CEO Teases 80W Fast Charging Technology - Gizchina.com

This morning, Ni Fei, the CEO and co-founder of Nubia, did indeed post something very interesting. It's a photo of the Nubia Red Magic 5G gaming

Alien Hominid Invasion Is the Next Game from Castle Crashers Dev The Behemoth

A "reimagining" of Alien Hominid HD

Cybercriminals Hide Crypto Mining Script Behind Kobe Bryant Wallpaper

Microsoft’s Security Intelligence team has found a malicious coin mining script in html code buried in Kobe Bryant desktop wallpaper.

Facebook and Instagram to remove coronavirus misinformation

Including claims about false cures or prevention

Kelowna's most wanted - Crime Stoppers

Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following male who is wanted on a province-wide warrant in effect as of January 31, 2020.

This Is the High Cost China Is Paying for Copying a Stolen Su-33 Russian Jet Fighter

A bad copy.

BT to charge customers for unreturned routers

BT says changes will improve sustainability and bottom line

Final call to apply for CiTi’s Women in Business programme

Today’s the deadline to apply for CiTi's upskilling programme for female entrepreneurs in the Western Cape.

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.

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…

Toyota Corolla Quest: more details revealed

Yesterday we announced that the Toyota Corolla Quest had been revealed and would replace the outgoing model with the 11th-generation’s platform.

Clarks Originals Applies Hazy Watercolors Over Creamy Wallabees

Camo-inspired arrangements over premium suede.

What the Last Decade tells us About the Increased Need for Enterprise Security

Enterprise security is changing, particularly in the collaboration space, writes Wire's CEO Morten Brøgger. With the average employee less able to...

Roku Will Stop Offering Fox Channels To Users on February 1

An anonymous reader shares a report: Without giving users a justification, Roku just announced via mass email that after January 31, 2020, all Fox "standalone" channels with no longer be available on the service's streaming boxes or TVs equipped with its software. The email states that "You can stil...

Six reasons Nigerians should value online education 

Today’s world is steadily ebbing out traditional methods and conventions in favor of modern technology in various facets of day-to-day living. Thanks to technology, one’s location no longer affects how we communicate, socialize, or work, so why should it restrict how we learn? Online universities were introduced just about two decades ago and were seen […]

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Are you too busy to keep checking our blogs and news section? Let the content come straight to you! Easily digestible newsletter emails straight to your inbox.

GMC could have used Jeep's prized grille design on its born-again Hummer

The GMC Hummer EV due out in 2021 could have launched with the seven-slot grille design prized by Jeep. The two off-road experts have a common heritage.

As Jedi: Fallen Order Nears 10 Million Sales, EA Warms To More Single-Player Star Wars Games

There's absolutely no doubt about it now: Jedi: Fallen Order has been a huge success for EA. And not only has Jedi Fallen Order now done as well as some of EA's live service titles, the company has told investors that they'll continue looking at more single-player experiences in the Star Wars universe to service the...

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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.

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.

TCL C8 2020 4K specifications and Price in Pakistan

TCL launches C8 4K UHD Android TV in Pakistan  Lahore – TCL, and one of the world’s top three TV brands, has marked the launch of its brand-new Android TV in Pakistan with the introduction of C8. TCL C8 4K UHD TV features advanced AI technology that uses Android P OS, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision, an Onkyo Sound Bar. Together, these features ensure the delivery of powerful in-home entertainment experience. The C8 comes with Google Assistant, allowing users to control the TV by voice, and has built-in Google Chromecast functionality providing simpler navigation and it allows users to stream content directly from their mobile devices. Speaking about the C8, Sunny Yang, GM TCL Pakistan stated that, “We are extremely pleased to announce the launch of the C8 4K UHD Android TV. We are looking forward to giving Pakistani consumers an outstanding viewing experience. We look forward to continuing delivering top quality products that enhance the consumer experience.”

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...

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.

Customised Proton X70 delivered to Tengku Sulaiman

Proton has handed over a customised X70 to HH Tengku Sulaiman Shah Alhaj Ibni Almarhum Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Alhaj, brother of HRH Sultan

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.

Over 200 DP&L customers still without power in Montgomery County

— There are now over 200 Dayton Power & Light customers without power in Montgomery County.

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.

Nintendo president confirms no Switch Pro in 2020

Platform holder will not release a new model this year in order to further grow Switch and Switch Lite

Wizards of the Coast reveals new studio headed up by BioWare veterans

Dragon Age: Origins designer James Ohlen leads development of sci-fi RPG at Archetype Entertainment

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.

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.

EA May Make More Single Player Star Wars Games Following Success Of Jedi: Fallen Order

After cancelling so many single player Star Wars games, Electronic Arts finally struck gold with Jedi: Fallen Order. And it was such a hit for the company

FBI launches investigation into Pegasus spyware vendor over US citizen hacks

NSO Group denies any knowledge of a probe taking place.

The Flippening: Stablecoins’ Transfer Value On The Ethereum Network Just Surpassed ETH

Stablecoins now have a larger share of value transferred on the Ethereum network than its native cryptocurrency – ETH. Even though the continuously

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order sells 8m, new Star Wars game by 2022

Well who could have predicted that: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, a single player action game without any online game modes or games-as-service gubbins, has sold a bucketload of copies.Despite the

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.

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.

Sega Europe announces all its physical PC releases will use recyclable packaging

Gotta biodegrade fast!

EA will release 4 new non-sports games before the end of March 2021

EA has revealed a simple outline of its plans for this fiscal year.

Middle Range Theories Tool to Nursing Exploration

Middle range notions application for nursing analysis can be actually really a useful tool for conducting scientific research in nursing. The theory behind this procedure is the cost of the test will

All Travellers in the Beijing Metro will be Checked for Fever

All passengers at all metro stations in Beijing will be checked for fever as a measure for the preventionof the spread of pneumonia caused by the new virus. This was noted in an official statement by the management, TASS reported.

Phone Call Recording May Come to Pixel Phones Soon

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The ASUS ZenBook Duo is a real game-changer — here's why

The ZenBook Duo has a stand out feature that's a real head-turner. But it's definitely not a gimmick and it'll change the way you use a laptop forever. Find out why in our full review.

Digital Nomads: 7 Reasons Why the Future of Work is Remote

Perceptions about the workforce of the future are changing as fast as the technology powering it.

Nintendo denies reports of new Switch model coming this year

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

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

Mooning Gargoyle of Freiburg Minster

A stonemason's hilarious revenge came in the form of this peculiarly positioned gargoyle.

Save Big On Smart Home Products In This One-Day Sale

In Amazon's Gold Box Deal of the Day today, it has put a number of smart home products on sale. Allowing you to save big - we're talking up to 40% off of

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Everything In Beauty Bay's First Skincare Collection Is Under £10

Beauty Bay is one of the best known UK retailers that stocks some of the most impressive makeup, skincare, and hair brands. It is also entrusted with launching exclusives, such as last year's Jeffree Star x Shane Dawson collaboration, which was only…

Performance-Based Mahindra Funster EV Concept To Debut At Auto Expo

Mahindra Funster is said to develop 312 PS from four electric motors mounted on each wheel; 0-100 kmph in under five seconds

Shift to hybrid fleet saves money, reduces emissions - Waikato DHB

This month seven hybrid Toyota Prius and Camry vehicles joined the Waikato DHB’s vehicle fleet, adding to the 10 which arrived last November.

Video: Carwow tests the Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII

Check out this new video review of the new Rolls-Royce Phantom to see if it really is the very best luxury car in the world.

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

Grab the Corsair K95 Platinum RGB mechanical keyboard for £139

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

Louis Vuitton Is Opening a Japanese Restaurant Inside This Store

The menu will be curated by renowned chef Yosuke Suga.

The eight best car dealerships in Derby according to Google reviews

Fancy a new motor?

Top Web Development Companies To Seek In 2020 For Startups

2020 is going to be a competitive year especially for business people. A large number of startups and small businesses are outsourcing their projects to the...

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.

Save $50 On The Moto G8+ Smartphone Today

Today, you can save $50 on the Moto G8+ in this sale from Amazon. It's going to bring the price down to just $199, and at that price, this makes a really

Ford is using 3D printing to stop thieves from stealing your fancy alloys

Custom 3D-printed wheel nuts should mean there’s no danger of returning to your car to find it up on bricks.

Bitcoin Investors Be Aware: Kraken Finds Way to Hack Into Trezor Hardware Wallets

The security research team at Kraken has found a way to hack into the popular Trezor bitcoin hardware wallet. The team extracted seeds from the wallet.

MacRumors Giveaway: Win a Tuff Nano SSD From CalDigit

For this week's giveaway, we've teamed up with CalDigit to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win one of the company's 512GB Tuff Nano...

Apple's impressive earnings, promising patents, and new acquisitions on the AppleInsider Podcast

Victor and William discuss the unexpectedly impressive Apple Q1 2020 earnings call, what happens when Apple acquires a company, and what a future iPad may be able to do with William's handwriting.

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.

The Hindu Young World quiz on February 4

MaduraiThe 20th edition of the The Hindu Young World Quiz, one of the longest-running school quizzes, will be held in Madurai on February 4 at the Hatsun Auditorium, Tamil Nadu Chamber of Commerce and

It may be controversial but the Huawei 5G deal is vital for Brexit Britain’s trading future ǀ View

If Johnson succeeds, Brexit Britain will be one of the few places in the world with preferential trade with the world’s two superpowers. The battle lines in the US-China trade war mean any country that is on good trade terms with both will have an almost unique competitive advantage.

There's big changes on the way to Overwatch with new hero pools and experimental cards

Blizzard has been listening to player feedback and are going to introduce experimental cards and hero pools into Overwatch in a few weeks, in a bid to improve balancing and meta, and to avoid player stagnation.

Discovery about how cancer cells hide from the immune system could improve treatments

Researchers have shed light on the mechanism through which cancer cells become camouflaged to escape immune system detection and attack.

The best free iPad games in 2020

So you've got an iPad and you have no cash left to buy any games. Have no fear, because plenty are free.

Ziopharm Stands Out, But Still Riskier Than Cellectis

Ziopharm’s TCR approach targets solid tumors by recognizing neoantigens unique to each patient's cancer.The Sleeping Beauty solid tumor treatment is still autologous and doesn’t address cost issues pl

Facebook will Remove Misleading Information about the Coronavirus from its Platform

Content with false information from worldwide organizations will be deleted. The company announced today that it will remove all the misleading information about the rapidly spreading coronavirus in China and other countries, BTA reported.

Re-Spins

Re-spins became more expensive as mask costs increased exponentially but fortunately verification software improved relentlessly largely thanks to Mentor Graphics

The best free Android apps of 2020

There are way too many free Android apps out there, so we've trawled through and found the top ones to download.

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.

Is This S65-Powered Frankenstein BMW 1M a Masterpiece or a Monster?

Check out this awesome BMW 1M project car that has the V8 engine and suspension from an E92 BMW M3 and it sounds absolutely incredible.

Turning up the heat on antibacterial-resistant diseases

Photothermal therapy (PTT) is a proposed treatment for diseases like antibacterial-resistant infections and cancer, but despite over a decade of research, scientists have been unable to find a safe and ...

Microsoft NieRly Stopped Platinum from Developing on PS4

Xbox was looking to buy Japanese dev

Overwatch Patch 1.45 arrives in early February, adds new content, will beef up anti-cheat efforts

Blizzard has outlined the major content that will be coming with Overwatch Patch 1.45 in early February.

Kraken Identifies Critical Flaw in Trezor Hardware Wallets

Kraken Security Labs has devised a way to extract seeds from both cryptocurrency hardware wallets offered from industry leader Trezor, the Trezor One and Trezor Model T.  The attack requires just 15 minutes of physical access to the device. This is the first time that…

The good, the bad and the ugly of the week – 31 January 2020

When you clench your sphincter muscles to hold in a fart you’re diverting all power to shields.

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.

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 …

Save 40% on The Art of The Last of Us Part 2 Deluxe Edition

The official description for the game reads:'Five years after their dangerous journey across the [...]

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.

Chemist synthesizes iron coordination polymer with nicotinic acid derivative

RUDN chemist synthesized iron (II) 3-D coordination polymer, the first coordination compound of iron, assembled from substituted nicotinic acid H2cpna. This compound can be used in production of catalysts, ...

Canon vs Nikon: which camera should you buy?

We analyse what's on offer and what's best from the current Canon and Nikon DSLR and mirrorless camera ranges.

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.

Dream job as Shropshire university calls for lamb taste testers

It's a dream job for foodies who love lamb, and dozens of volunteers are going to get the chance to try it.

Telecoms operators fined N2.9 billion over infractions 

Four major telecommunications companies in Nigeria have been fined for various actions that contravene the rules and regulations of the NCC.

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.

Tripadvisor reveals new logo ahead of year-long identity refresh

Mother Design New York has begun a visual update for the advice-sharing website, starting with a simplified logo and "subtle" name change.

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 …

Rare Explains How It Worked With Nintendo On Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's Banjo-Kazooie DLC

"We ended up with something that was really great"

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.

iPhone and Android users are getting 117 new emoji in 2020

New year. New emoji.

Hummer is making a comeback, but this time it's electric

General Motors announced Thursday that it will start selling a battery-powered Hummer pickup truck in September of 2021.

Blender 2.8 Add-on Overview: Create Prim addon - turns an object into add mesh addon (Free)

OnlineRender writes: Recently updated to work with Blender 2.8 this addon lets you save an active object and exports out a python file essentially creating an add mesh addon, no coding required. ... perfect for building up a collection of meshes that help speed up your workflow. Thanks

Quibi tries to explain what Quibi is in a new Super Bowl commercial

Quibi is using the Super Bowl to make its first major mainstream marketing push

Poco X2 to Pack a 6.67-inch 120Hz Screen, Quad-Cameras, 6 GB of RAM and More for $270

The Poco F1's sucessor is finally here in the form of Poco X2. Read on to find out more about the device and its specifications.

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.

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

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.

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.

Aldi hack will change how you pack your shopping forever

It could be a lifesaver

Apple must fight to keep the iPhone's Lightning port as the EU presses ahead on forcing standardized phone chargers

The EU might kill the Lightning port on the iPhone.

9 reasons you need to upgrade your pedalboard power supply

If you run more than a few pedals, a pedalboard power supply is an essential purchase. Don't believe us? Here's 9 reasons that should convince you.

Platinum Games seems to be teasing The Wonderful 101 for Switch again

An interesting image was posted to Twitter by Platinum Games today, and it appears to have something to do with The Wonderful 101.

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.

Drone Racing Is All the Rage on PS4 Right Now

Droning on

Buy Now, Pay Later Platform Klarna Launches In Australia, Takes Swipe At Afterpay

There's another service that lets you buy products and pay for them later. Klarna launched on Thursday in Australia in partnership with the Commonwealth Bank – and it's not shy in telling retailers why they should adopt it rather than Afterpay....

New Audi RS3 Spy Photos Show It Playing In The Snow

New spy photos of the Audi RS3 show the performance car cold-weather testing before its reveal sometime later this year.

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…

WebKit Team Proposes a Way to Secure SMS Two-Factor Authentication

Apple’s WebKit team has a proposal to standardize and secure SMS two-factor authentication codes with URLs.

NVIDIA’s Next-Gen GPU Is Up To 75% Faster Than Current-Gen – Will Be Deployed in Big Red 200 Supercomputer This Summer

NVIDIA's Next-Gen 'Ampere' GPUs which will be featured in the BIg Red 200 supercomputer are up to 75% faster than existing chips.

Ford 'baby Bronco' to be called Maverick?

The evidence is thin, but Ford may be planning to resurrect the nameplate from its early '70s compact for the upcoming "baby Bronco".

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

Experience innovation and excitement with Nissan in Festival Mall

Catch the Go Anywhere 4x4 Test Drive Event on January 31 – February 2, 2020 at Festival Mall and get behind the wheel of the Nissan Navara, Terra, and Patrol Royale for a real 4x4 experience

The Super Bowl's massive audience is a huge draw for advertisers. Here are 10 brands running Super Bowl commercials for the first time in 2020., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Bud Light Seltzer, Facebook, Little Caesars, Sabra, are among the brands airing Super Bowl ads for the first time.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

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

Hyundai tests new i20 ahead of Auto Expo debut; here's what to expect

Hyundai at Auto Expo 2020: The Hyundai i20 is set to make its presence known at the upcoming Auto Expo. Here's what to expect from the latest Hyundai hatchback

Orange selects Nokia and Ericsson for 5G network roll-out in France

Orange announced that it has chosen Nokia and Ericsson to support its 5G deployment in France. The two companies are both long-term partners of the operator, already providing RAN equipment for 2G/3G/4G infrastructure. Nokia will continue to serve the western and south-eastern areas of the country, while Ericsson will remain the main supplier for the Ile-de-France, north-east and south-west regions.

Cement trucks at coronavirus hospital sites in China are now celebrities

There’s concrete evidence the construction of hospitals in Wuhan for coronavirus victims is providing widespread entertainment – with 40 million people watching the action online giving cement

AP Automation, Virtual Cards And Accounting Nirvana

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

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 …

Galaxy S20 series to cost roughly the same as the S10 in Europe

With the number of leaks and rumors flying around lately, there seems to be very little about the Galaxy S20 series that we don't know. Pricing is one of those details that remain subject to change, b

Study gets up close with near-death experiences

Those who momentarily shuffled off this mortal coil returned with positive perceptions of what they discovered on the other side—a finding that encourages researchers to dig deeper into the ways people ...

The Super Bowl’s massive audience is a huge draw for advertisers. Here are 10 brands running Super Bowl commercials for the first time in 2020.

Dozens of brands are set to descend on your TV screens during the Super Bowl this year.

UK SMEs see their future in the cloud

Cloud computing features strongly in the plans of SMEs for the coming year, with 57 percent planning increased adoption, according to a new report.

Here are the best DIY home security systems to keep threats out

Keep threats outside and your family safe inside with a trustworthy home security system. Here are our top picks that range from very simple to extravagant coverage.

Glossier's London Pop-Up Just Got An Extended Residence, Thank Goodness

If you're a fan of Glossier (and let's be real, who isn't?!), you'll be fully aware that in Autumn 2019, the brand opened a pop-up store in London's Covent Garden. The store was unsurprisingly an instant success, so it comes as zero surprise that…

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.

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.

Eight slangs invented by Black Twitter that have spiced up different aspects of life

The phenomenon we have come to know as Black Twitter has been described as the greatest source of linguistic creativity on the social media platform. Black Twitter is definable but not without difficulty. It refers to the conversations generated by mostly African-American users of Twitter and the culture of idiosyncrasies these conversations come with. Being...

Orange selects Nokia and Ericsson for 5G network roll-out in France

Orange announced that it has chosen Nokia and Ericsson to support its 5G deployment in France. The two companies are both long-term partners of the operator, already providing RAN equipment for 2G/3G/4G infrastructure. Nokia will continue to serve the western and south-eastern areas of the country, while Ericsson will remain the main supplier for the Ile-de-France, north-east and south-west regions.

Researchers look at novel methods to enhance battery performance

Researchers at Penn State are looking at innovative ways to improve energy storage in an effort to better utilize renewable energy technologies.

Apple must fight to keep the iPhone's Lightning port as the EU presses ahead on forcing standardized phone chargers, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The EU might kill the Lightning port on the iPhone.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

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.

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.

Deep Dive: Giving ATMs Next-Gen Upgrades For Security, Cardless Functionality And More

This Deep Dive examines how next-generation ATMs are boosting customers' experiences and helping brick-and-mortar financial institutions (FIs) remain current. 

This hilarious Half-Life mod “horribly” mistranslates everything through Google

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

Granblue Fantasy: Versus is out on March 3, 2020

Fighting game fans will have to wait just a little longer for Granblue Fantasy: Versus, the latest attention-grabber from Arc System Works. It's launching in North America on March 3, 2020. The European release date hasn't been confirmed ye...

Coronavirus outbreak: Social media platforms scramble to contain misinformation

Hoaxes about the coronavirus are spreading as fast, if not faster, than the actual virus on Facebook, YouTube and Twitter, and the social media platforms are scrambling to contain the global outbreak.

We’ve Observed A Spinning Star That Drags The Very Fabric Of Space And Time

One of the predictions of Einstein’s general theory of relativity is that any spinning body drags the very fabric of space-time in its vicinity around with it. This is known as “frame-dragging”....

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...

Did Jony Ive jump or was he pushed?

Jony Ive is a brilliant designer. He helped bring Apple back from a near death experience with the original iMac and iBooks and, later, MacBooks. But he also accounted for a number of costly flops, that, while Apple would never admit it, would have sunk even more accomplished executives.

Nvidia’s next-gen GPUs deliver 70-75% higher performance than Volta

That Nvidia Volta GPU was no slouch...

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.

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.

How to watch NHL in the UK

NHL ice hockey is easier to watch in the UK with BT Sport showing two live games a week. Here we explain how to watch NHL in the UK.

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.

Apple must fight to keep the iPhone’s Lightning port as the EU presses ahead on forcing standardized phone chargers

Apple and the EU are on a collision course over phone chargers.

FDA to Investigate Influencers Promoting Pharmaceutical Products

The FDA will conduct two studies to examine the relationship between paid pharmaceutical endorsements from celebrities, influencers and physicians and user behaviour.

Nigeria has given a new GM cowpea variety the go ahead. Why it matters

By Jose Maria Barrero, CSIRO and TJ Higgins, CSIRO LATE last year the world’s first genetically modified (GM) cowpea was registered and approved for release to smallholder farmers in Nigeria. The new variety carries a microbial insecticidal gene making it resistant to a major pest that affects this crop. The decision is significant because this […]

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 …

Popular twin-stick shooter JoyJoy is now available via GameClub

You remember JoyJoy, right? It was an amazing twin-stick shooter back in the day. And now it's back thanks to GameClub.

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".

In the streaming wars, everyone is winning

Apple, Netflix, Disney, and Amazon can all claim success in the video streaming wars, thanks to each company's individual goals.

Don’t be fooled: Blockchains are not miracle security solutions

Blockchains are neither security holes nor miracle security solutions. They must be considered within their ecosystem and addressed using standard methods.

Google open-sources the tools needed to make 2FA security keys

The project supports FIDO U2F and FIDO2 standards.

In-house teams: How Reuters Graphics visualises “catastrophic” world events

As part of our new series about in-house design teams, Simon Scarr, deputy editor of Reuters Graphics talks visualising catastrophe, global communication and Star Wars.

Bats a breeding ground for viruses, but unlikely cause for concern in Canada

SASKATOON - Canadian bats are unlikely to be the source of virus strains that can infect humans such as the one currently raising global alarms, a bat exper

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.

Rupert Murdoch Now Has a Challenger to Apple News

Rupert Murdoch's News Corp launched a beta of its Apple News challenger 'Knewz' earlier this week, promising to burst our filter bubbles.

NASA to allow researchers to fly on commercial suborbital vehicles

NASA plans for the first time to allow researchers to fly with their payloads on commercial suborbital vehicles, ending years of debate and deliberation.

Most Read articles – Intel process, Quantum annealing, Magnetic components

Let’s look once again at the five most read articles on ElectronicsWeekly.com that were written in the last week, via the stats of Google Analytics. See what your peers have been reading this last seven days.

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.

Exclusive: FBI probes use of Israeli firm's spyware in personal and government hacks - sources

(Reuters) - The FBI is investigating the role of Israeli spyware vendor NSO Group Technologies in possible hacks on American residents and companies as well as suspected intelligence gathering on governments, according to four people familiar with the inquiry.

NITA set to roll-out fiber across River Nile to improve connectivity – Techjaja

In an effort to extend connectivity as part of the already launched National Fiber backbone Infrastructure (NBI) Phase 4 project, the

Facebook to remove posts promoting fake coronavirus cures

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

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.

Numskull reveals official Resident Evil 3 merch

Reach for the S.T.A.R.S

Coronavirus to hit Galaxy S20 accessories supply chain

Seoul - The deadly Coronavirus outbreak that has already killed 213 people in China could lead to delay in the accessories for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S20 series that are coming out of the country.

Lexus LC 500h Luxury Coupe Launched In India At Rs. 1.96 Crore

Lexus LC 500h uses a 3.5-litre V6 hybrid petrol engine developing 354 horsepower and it can sprint from zero to 100 kmph in just 4.7 seconds

One of the emergency hospitals Wuhan is panic-building is looking close to completion. Watch a live feed of the construction here.

The Wuhan Huoshenshan Hospital is due to open February 3, and the Leishenshan Hospital is due to open February 5.

Macy's is launching a new store concept that's masterminded by the woman behind buzzy concept store, Story

Macy's is in the process of hiring employees to work at its new store in the upscale town of Southlake, Texas.

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...

Macy’s is launching a new store concept that’s masterminded by the woman behind buzzy concept store, Story

Macy’s is preparing to open a new retail concept in Texas.

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

Gold Brexit commemorative 50p coins priced at £945 are a sell-out

The Royal Mint has been operating a queuing system on its website as people buy the new commemorative 50p coins.

Google will “leave it up to the publishers” to announce games for Stadia

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

The Esports Club partners with Ahmedabad’s first-ever Comic Con to create exclusive gaming experience zone

Ahmedabad Comic Con will feature an exclusive gaming zone in partnership with The Esports Club (TEC).

Toadman Studios, Sold Out, and Petrol join forces as Enad Global 7

New international game group forms to cover "entire gaming value chain" with new title EvilEvil

Birkenstock comes to India

With its new store at the Delhi airport, the all-German brand comes at a time of economic downturn, when we need stolid, long-lasting shoes

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.

Kobe Bryant’s Helicopter Wasn’t Authorized to Fly in Heavy Clouds: Report

New questions are being asked about the helicopter crash in heavy clouds that killed NBA legend Kobe Bryant and eight other people after it emerged that the company that owned the helicopter is not legally certified to allow its pilots to fly in conditions of reduced visibility that requires pilots to

Galaxy Z Flip's Tiny Outer Panel Is Called 'Focus Display': Tipster

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip’s outer panel will be called ‘Focus Display’, claims a well-known tipster. This information comes from Ishan Agarwal, who shared

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.

POCO X2 6GB RAM variant spotted on Geekbench

POCO will be unveiling the POCO X2 smartphone in India on Feb. 4. The smartphone is most likely coming to country as a renamed version of the Redmi K30. China had received Redmi K30 in 5G and 4G flavors in December. Multiple evidences have suggested that the Redmi K30 4G model is coming to India …

Fujifilm X-T4 could have a divisive new screen, rumors suggest

Rumors suggest the incoming Fujifilm X-T4 will get a new screen that some might not consider to be an upgrade.

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...

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.

General Motors to revive Hummer as an electric off-road titan

Hummer had been killed off in 2010, though the nameplate will be brought under the GMC brand for an electric revival

Blizzard to trial Overwatch competitive hero bans, but with a twist

Overwatch is a game that's constantly been evolving since its 2016 debut, with Blizzard making changes both big and small. The next big shake up for competitive play, they hope, is a system called Her

6G: speeds could increase up to 1 TB/s, 8000 times the speed of 5G

6G: speeds could increase up to 1 TB/s, 8000 times the speed of 5G. The world is just beginning to discover 5G but China is already looking towards 6G.

Sweating Robot Beats the Heat

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

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)

Tesco discounts toy Range Rover by a whopping £82 so shoppers can get it for just £27.50

Supermarket Tesco has slashed the cost of a toy Range Rover by 75%. The car is currently £27.50 instead of £110

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....

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 …

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 …

IBM Announces New CEO, is This Good For Blockchain?

IBM CEO, Ginni Rometty, is stepping down after 8 years of service. She is being replaced by executive Arvind Krishna. Rometty has been a great supporter

Pokémon Home's Reveal Explains the Absence of a Much-Loved Feature

The Global Trade Station's return as part of Pokémon Home helps to explain why it was removed from Sword and Shield in the first place.

Google launches 'SOS Alert' for coronavirus in search results to provide users with tips and information from the World Health Organisation on how to stay safe

Google has launched an SOS Alert for the coronavirus that makes information about the virus from the World Health Organisation easily accessible at the top of search results.

General Motors to revive Hummer as an electric off-road titan

Hummer had been killed off in 2010, though the nameplate will be brought under the GMC brand for an electric revival

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.

I'm In Love With The Razer Basilisk's Scroll Wheel

All mice need a good hook, and the new Razer Basilisk V2's hook is simple: if you love to fidget, the Basilisk is the mouse for you.

Facebook to remove posts promoting fake coronavirus cures

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

Explained: Coronavirus is here to stay, will it become a pandemic?

Earlier on Thursday, the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) as the outbreak continues to spread outside Wuhan, China, the epicentre of the virus.

Coin hoard is a world record breaker – and that’s official

A HOARD of almost 70,000 Iron Age coins found in Jersey has been officially recognised as a world record – although its value and whether it will stay in Jersey still remain unclear.

Plastic use to be banned soon in Nirmal district

District Collector suggests meaningful interactions between technology students and farmers to develop agriculture

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

Scientists warn there is NO evidence Dettol can kill the deadly Wuhan coronavirus after bogus conspiracy theories flood social media

The bottle label claims the disinfectant spray can 'kill coronavirus'. But experts say there is no proof it will work against the new strain from China.

Macy's is launching a new store concept that's masterminded by the woman behind buzzy concept store, Story

Macy’s is preparing to open a new retail concept in Texas.

The Reborn GMC Hummer EV Truck Will Have 1,000 HP, 11,500 Lb-Ft Of Torque

Hummer is dead no more. It will be officially reborn as the GMC Hummer EV, GMC’s first all-electric truck, to be built at General Motors’ Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant. And its numbers are unreal....

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

Plastics ban can't be instant, restaurants warn Ottawa

OTTAWA — Canada's restaurant owners are eager to do their part to curb this country's addiction to plastics, their association says, but they want the government to leave time for them to adapt to a . . .

Rumour: Wonderful 101 On Switch Teased (Again) By PlatinumGames

The smoking gun?

These engineers left their jobs to develop a sex education curriculum

'That mate' talks about topics not taught in school from puberty, sexual, mental and emotional health to financial literacy. The start-up has tie-up with over 100 schools and already provides content in form of comics, games etc. They are now moving towards a mobile-based app and a chat-bot.

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.

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.

There’s no New Content on Apple TV+. Again.

Apple TV+ rolls out episodes pf its big shows on a weekly, which is fine... until there is not new content for two weeks.

WW2 shooter Days of War finally launches after three years in Early Access

Two kickstarters, one publisher and two early access periods later...

IGNOU December term-end TEE results declared, check direct link

IGNOU December exam TEE results 2019: The results are available at the website- ignou.ac.in. The written examinations were conducted from December 1 to 31, 2019

The Compass camera

Compact, clever and too complicated the Compass was a challenge, as John Wade discovers

Valve's 'official' Auto Chess game Dota Underlords will launch next month

Valve is making it official: Dota Underlords, their first-party Auto Chess game, is coming to Steam on February 25. This announcement coincides with a major patch drop, introducing a new character into the mix named Enno, the Scavenger King...

Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions Gets 8-Minute Long Gameplay Trailer

A new trailer has been released today for Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions, showcasing a match filled with special shots and techniques and more

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.

Atari to open eight video game-themed hotels

The company that pioneered video games in the 1980s is opening eight video game-themed hotels.At...

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. ...

Telescope reveals details of sun’s turbulent surface

Further observations will help scientists understand and predict solar activity that can disrupt satellite communications and affect power grids.

EU overwhelming vote to unify charging cable standards - Gizchina.com

EU overwhelming vote to unify charging cable standards. The core of the resolution by the European Union is to reduce the amount of e-waste.

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....

Two day seminar on science and technology in Tamil Epigraphy

The aim of the seminar is to share information about an ongoing project to look at information and messages on science and technology available in Tamil inscriptions

NASA’s newest space observatory could sniff exoplanet atmospheres for signs of life

Over the course of our existence, humanity has struggled to definitively answer the question: “Are we alone?” Is Earth the only planet in the vast cosmic sea that contains life? As our technology becomes more advanced, we get closer and closer to the answer. Our solar system contains a multitude of worlds, planetary bodies ranging […]

Domestic kamikaze mini drones delivered to Turkish security forces

The first batch of the domestically developed new generation kamikaze mini-drones was delivered to Turkish security forces, Defense Industry Presidency...

Coronavirus outbreak leads to Taipei Game Show cancellation

Taiwan’s annual Taipei Game Show has been cancelled due to the ongoing outbreak of the coronavirus. The highly publicised virus, which began in Wuhan, China, has begun spreading throughout the world. With the virus currently claiming 213 lives, with many more infected, many companies and events are closing down to limit infection. Originally, the official …

Plans out for downtown loo

Kelowna's planning department is reviewing detailed designs for a new pop-up bathroom facility to be erected on Queensway Avenue.

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...

Nintendo Finally Responds To Rumors Of High-Performance 'Switch Pro' Gaming Console

Don't hold your breath waiting for a more powerful Switch Pro to emerge, it's not coming this year.

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.

France's Orange chooses Nokia and Ericsson to deploy its 5G network at home

PARIS (Reuters) - Orange (ORAN.PA), France’s biggest telecoms company, said it had chosen Nokia (NOKIA.HE) and Ericsson (ERICb.ST) to deploy its 5G network in mainland France, as China’s Huawei Technologies faces intense political scrutiny in Europe.

Furious Chinese put images of the swastika, sanitary pads and skulls on Danish flag after the European nation refuses to apologise over 'insulting' cartoon depicting the Chinese flag with 'images of the coronavirus'

The online campaign started after a Danish newspaper published a satirical cartoon about the deadly coronavirus and then refused to apologise - moves that infuriated China.

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, . . .

Coronavirus fears exploited to spread malware

There are now almost 10,000 confirmed global cases of the Coronavirus, with 213 total deaths. The situation recently led the World Health Organization to declare a public health emergency of international concern.

Paola Paronetto combines paper and clay to create delicate vessels

Italian ceramicist Paola Paronetto has unveiled two new vase designs, created using her distinctive "paper clay" technique.

AI: from experimentation to adoption

IBM commissioned a survey of 4,500 technology decision-makers and found that AI is being successfully adopted by the mainstream business world.

Samsung to send donations to China

Samsung on Friday announced a donation of 10,000 articles of anti-contamination clothing, as well as 30 million yuan ($4.3 million) to support China’s response to the novel coronavirus, the company announced Friday. The donations will be sent to the Red Cross Society of China, via Samsung’s Chinese headquarters, it added.  By Shim Woo-hyun (ws@heraldcorp.com)

A Robotic Swinging Spider-Man Is Coming To Disneyland This Summer

After first revealing what many speculated to be robotic stunt doubles several years ago, today the official Disney Parks Blog confirmed that Disney Research’s swinging, posing, self-contained animatronic trapeze artists will be used to create a real-life version of Spider-Man swinging over the upcoming Avengers...

How are social media giants fighting coronavirus conspiracies?

Coronavirus and conspiracies: how are social media companies tackling misinformation? | #TheCube

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.

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...

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

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...

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. 

Third-Party Switch Game Sales Have Increased By More Than 50% Year-On-Year

The Wii U days are long gone

Memento

One from the department of good intentions.

Games with Gold: Fable Heroes and TT Isle of Man are now free

Games with Gold program has returned with another two games in tow for Xbox Live Gold members. TT Isle of Man for the Xbox One and Fable Heroes for Xbox 360 can now be claimed for free.

Viper Gaming V380 7.1 RGB Gaming Headset Review

The best source for tech and gaming news, hardware reviews and daily fix of tech. The latest reviews of motherboards, GPUs and much more!

Does Algorand 2.0 Prove an Appealing Option for Developers?

Government agencies, sports franchises and mainstream exchanges are first real-world adopters of the popular “pure proof-of-stake” Algorand blockchain.

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 […]

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.

Economic Survey advocates further ‘economic freedom’

While it does makes a case for further reform, it falls short on prescriptions and sector-specific insights

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

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.

9to5Mac Daily: January 31, 2020 – Apple Maps redesign, more

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by MacStadium: Get 50% off your first two months of a Mac mini subscription now w/ code 9TO5MAC, or get started with MacStadium’s new Orka […]

Buy a new AMD graphics card and get Monster Hunter World: Iceborne, Resident Evil 3 and more for free

A rather tasty selection of games for your new hardware.

What is NFC and How does it Work?

Technology | What is NFC and How does it Work?

Microchip and Arrow Electronics announce collaboration on IoT Security

Microchip Technology and Arrow have announced an engineering services collaboration which aims to simplify connectivity and security across industrial, smart building and energy markets.

11 New Apple TV Screensavers Feature Jellyfish, Whales, and More

Apple added 11 new Apple TV screensavers and they all feature underwater scenes, like jellyfish, dolphins, whales, and more.

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.

WavLink Halo Base WiFi System – 3 Packing Mesh WiFi Costs Just $119.99

Wavlink's Halo Base station 3-pack is currently on sale at Newegg.com, making this system cost just $119.99.

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.

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.

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.

Some Motorola RAZR pre-orders have started shipping out earlier than expected

Motorola has begun shipping some RAZR pre-orders in the U.S., a week before the original ship date.

NCT tests resume at six centres as lift checks continue

The National Car Testing Service says car underbody inspections using lifts have recommenced at six centres across the country, but on a restricted basis.

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

Sharing has never been easier with the best HDMI splitters

Why stay together when you can do so much more apart? Why stick to one source, when you can have more? Split up and go separate ways with the best HDMI splitters around.

Attacking the clones: Dual techniques help reveal malicious image editing

It is relatively easy to clone parts of an image with photo editing software to remove objects and backgrounds or even to duplicate objects. A skillful digital artist will be able to do this almost seamlessly. ...

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.

France's Orange avoids Huawei in 5G rollout

The decision comes as the United States puts pressure on European nations to shut out Huawei, accusing it of ties to the Chinese government that could give Beijing the potential to spy on classified communications.

Intel Core i9-10900K 10-Core Comet Lake-S Monster CPU Leaks With 5.1GHz Turbo Clock

The benchmark also reveals some new information, like a reported base clock of 3.7GHz. There's also a single-core turbo clock of 5.1GHz (single-core).

HUAWEI to introduce its trendy Nova Series in Ghana

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Galaxy S20 to Get New ‘Super ISO’ Feature to Enhance Low-Light Photography, According to Latest Trademark Filing

A ‘Super ISO’ feature might arrive for the Galaxy S20 camera, according to a fresh trademark filing found and just before launch

This Is What to Expect from Sneakers in 2020

The new decade marks a new era in sneaker culture.

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

Devil May Cry 3 on Switch goes for broke, completely opens up weapon switching mechanic

So, Devil May Cry 3 on Switch is going to be nuts, you guys. We already got confirmation that Devil May Cry 3 was getting the style swap mechanic from DMC4 and 5. That's huge on its own, as you can now freely change between, ...

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.

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.

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

Meaningful stakes make games like Escape from Tarkov the future of Twitch

Escape from Tarkov offers an experience no other game has for both streamer and viewer – and it’s only the first of many to come. Towards the end of last year, Escape from Tarkov – an extremely punishing, realistic survival shooter – blew up on Twitch. Tarkov is not a new game; it’s been publicly […]

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.

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB gets good infotainment, but don’t get the AI

The GLB takes a niche slot and throws shade at the smaller GLA.

These Bluetooth earphones deliver 3 hours of wireless playback

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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.

No Nintendo Switch Pro this year, but there's a new Animal Crossing Themed Switch coming soon

Prior to the Chinese New Year festive season, there were some rumours about a new Nintendo Switch Pro that supports 4K resolution. Some were excited about the possibility, but some fans were also sceptical as the enhanced version was recently released back then. Now, it has been revealed that there won't be a Pro edition this year but rather, what we got could be even better - an Animal Crossing: New Horizons themed Switch!

Image: Hubble spies bar, baby stars

The galaxy depicted in this image taken by the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope is a barred spiral known as NGC 7541, in the constellation of Pisces (the Fishes). 

Satellite connectivity drives Comtech acquisition of Gilat

Comtech Telecommunications is buying Gilat Satellite Networks for $532.5m, it has been announced.

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.

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.

Pinterest Stock Should Spark Investors’ Interest With This New Feature

Pinterest just introduced “Try On,” the companies spin on augmented reality. What does this mean for Pinterest stock?

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.

Making waves! The Splash Challenge is the latest social media trend that sees users 'jumping' off the surface of a body of water

More than 2,000 people have already uploaded their attempts at the Splash Challenge. The aim is to reach backward and touch the surface of the water before landing safely back on the ledge.

Death Stranding update 1.10 adds new BT feature

Kojima's celeb-filled postman sim, Death Stranding, has received a new title update today. Fire up your PlayStation 4 console and you'll get a notification for version 1.10 which is ready to download

Chainlink Boosts Ethereum DeFi with New Price Reference Data Networks

Chainlink’s Price Reference Data oracle networks vastly expand the amount of secure and reliable data accessible to Ethereum Dapps

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

Landcare Research: How is New Zealand’s landscape changing?

New Zealand’s land cover is constantly changing. This week sees the release of version 5 of New Zealand’s Land Cover Database (LCDB), which details these changes, helping us to understand how the way we are using our land is changing.

Conspiracy theorists are telling people to drink a dangerous bleach solution to cure or prevent coronavirus

As new cases of the Wuhan coronavirus are reported across the globe, online bootleggers are cashing in on another opportunity to sell a dangerous bleach cocktail that they claim can cure malaria, cancer, the flu, and even autism. Now proponents are claiming the chlorine dioxide treatment can also cure or protect against the coronavirus.

New cobalt complex could reduce the cost of hydroformylation

A team of researchers from Louisiana State University and ExxonMobil Chemical has found a way to replace the rhodium catalysts used in the hydroformylation process. In their paper published in the journal ...

A bookstore in Canada is filled with adorable foster kittens that customers can adopt

Ellen Helmke opened the secondhand bookstore in 2011. The shop offers a space for customers to drink coffee, unwind, and pick up a new book or two.

Daily Deal: 64% off Razer DeathAdder Elite Gaming Mouse

Razer is known for producing high-end gaming gear. This includes their gaming mouse: the DeathAdder Elite. This gaming mouse is the #1 selling product in its class in the US. The reason for selling so

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order now aims to sell 10 million units by March

During Electronic Arts' Q3 earnings call, the company noted that its predictions for Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order had been beaten. The game is now expected to sell 10 million copies by March 2020.

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 …

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.

No new Nintendo Switch in 2020

That's right folks, there will not be a new Nintendo Switch in 2020.

Destiny 2’s mysterious Empyrean Foundation event is all about community donations

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An indie 'demo disc' of PS1-inspired horror games is launching on PC next week

Scream like it's 1997

MagicLab billionaire Andreev to launch new mobile app business

Move follows sale of stake in $3bn company to Blackstone

Nike's controversial Vaporfly shoes ESCAPE a ban by World Athletics to leave runners free to use them at the Olympics... but Eliud Kipchoge's two-hour marathon Alphaflys are banned

From April 2020, any shoe must have been available for purchase by any athlete on the open retail market for a period of four months before it can be used in competition.

Here are the launch trailers for Wasteland Remastered, Days of War & Here Be Dragons

RedZeroGames, inXile Entertainment and Graffiti Games have released the launch trailers for Here Be Dragons, Wasteland Remastered and Days of War.

50 Million Of Cristiano Ronaldo’s 200 Million Instagram Followers Are Fake – Study

Football star, Cristiano Ronaldo recently celebrated reaching a whopping 200 million followers on Instagram but it appears his story might be 'ronbelievable'.

Awake NY & Double Goose Link for Vibrant Teal Straight Bomber

Reenvisioning the hip-hop staple.

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...

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!

Where to watch TV shows online for free

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Phishing scams leveled up, and we didn’t

Mass-produced cyberattacks you’ll probably fall for, just like Jeff Bezos

Skagen Falster 3 review: Righting the wrongs

Skagen finally made a Falster smartwatch that's worth buying. Read our full Skagen Falster 3 review to learn why you might want one for yourself.

Royal Enfield Classic 500 Tribute Black Limited Edition revealed

Royal Enfield is set to discontinue all of its 500cc UCE models; the limited-edition motorcycle will be the last to feature the engine. Click to know more.

Can a solo indie developer use ray tracing in their game?

Zeng Xiancheng on why the realistic lighting technique is not solely the realm of AAA developers

For $10 fee, startup offers unlimited calls and texts

A San Francisco startup may have the solution parents have been seeking for years. Free phone service—without an expensive monthly contract.

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.

European Processor Initiative Readies its Custom HPC Processor

EPI is readying its first prototype for its high-performance processor chips, this processor is expected to tape-out towards the end of 2020 or the beginning of 2021.

The Hummer is being revived as an electric 'supertruck' that can hit 60mph in 3 seconds

Truckin' hell

How to activate Android blue light filter

How To | How to activate Android blue light filter

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...

[Update: Voted Passed, Law Pending] The EU will vote to force all smartphones to adopt USB-C

The European Parliament will move to force all smartphone manufacturers to use USB-C with a new legislation awaiting EU Council approval.

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.

Lcal digital spending to grow 2.7 times in a market worth US$9.1 bil locally

KUALA LUMPUR: Digital spending in Malaysia is expected to grow 2.7 times in 2025 in a market estimated to be worth US$9.1 billion.

Betelgeuse Update: Dimmest Magnitude Recorded In 125 Years

Last week, the extreme dimming of the red supergiant knocked it out of the Top 20 brightest stars. However, there was worse news to come for the star as ne

Facebook vows to limit and remove misinformation about the Wuhan coronavirus and tell you if something you shared is false

Facebook said it will try to limit the spread of false and misleading information about the coronavirus on its Facebook and Instagram platforms after the World Health Organization declared the virus a public-health emergency.

Want One Of These Lovely Final Fantasy VII Watches? That'll Be $2,500 Please

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Ford offers winch designed into its Super Duty pickups' bumper

The winch option, only available on 2020 Super Duty F-Series pickups, generates up to 12,000 pounds of pull.

The great electric pickup production race

GM's Hummer revival is set to compete with Tesla's Cybertruck.

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.

Medical professionals battle virus misinformation online

Dr. Rose Marie Leslie, a family physician at the University of Minnesota, is fighting misleading and false information around a virus outbreak with the very tool used to spread much...

Framlab proposes modular vertical farms for Brooklyn neighbourhoods

Creative agency Framlab has proposed building modular vertical farms in Brooklyn to provide low-income neighbourhoods with access to fresh produce.

View: Public sector bank network, a good idea

It is vital for India to swiftly enact the law on data protection, given the kind of data sharing that has been envisaged in the PSBN.

The Super Bowl is streaming in 4K HDR for the first time - here’s how Fox Sports is pulling it off

How Fox is streaming the Super Bowl in 4K