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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 […]
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.
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.
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.
Elon Musk: Full Self Driving May Be 'Feature Complete' But That 'Doesn't Mean Features Are Working Well'
During Tesla’s earnings call Wednesday evening Elon Musk mentioned that Full Self Driving tech is probably going to be released by the end of this year, and that the company may allow certain customers early access to a “feature complete” version of the software. Musk went on to clarify that this means the car...
Moto G Stylus live images appear online
The mid-range handset will reportedly feature a 48-megapixel shooter with a stylus and rear-facing fingerprint scanner.
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.
Motorola's upcoming stylus phone will be called the 'Moto G Stylus' (Update: More photos)
Motorola's mid-range lineup is all over the place right now. The company still has its popular G and E-series phones, but more recently, it has released a
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
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 …
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.
February 2020 week 1 fuel price – RON 97 down 8 sen
Another Friday, and another round of the weekly fuel price update. More good news for RON 97 petrol users, because the price of the fuel has dropped
Numskull reveals official Resident Evil 3 merch
Reach for the S.T.A.R.S
WhatsApp will stop working on Android 2.3.7 devices and older starting tomorrow
Come Saturday, February 1, 2020, WhatsApp will no longer work on devices running Android 2.3.7 Gingerbread and older or iPhones running iOS 8 and older.
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.
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.
Telus celebrating 20th anniversary with ‘Critter’ Instagram Story filter
Find out which Telus critter you are with this new Instagram filter.
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.
Non-cash payments under I-T Act: 7 electronic modes get CBDT nod
BHIM, UPI, debit/credit cardsand net banking make the cut
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 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.
DICE leadership changes as studio prepares for next Battlefield
EA revealed that there's been a change of leadership at Battlefield developer DICE Stockholm.
New mythical Pokemon for Sword and Shield to be revealed on Pokemon Day February 27
Pokemon Day 2020 takes place on February 27 and it looks like a new Mythical Pokemon will be revealed that day for Pokemon Sword and Shield.
Nintendo is releasing a limited edition Animal Crossing Switch and it looks like paradise
Feast your eyes on the brand new dreamy special Nintendo Switch Animal Crossing edition console, available to buy with a download code in gorgoeus pastels.
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
University of Sheffield spin-out Epipix developing micro-LEDs
Epipix (stylised EpiPix) is a recently launched University of Sheffield spin-out company developing “the next generation” of micro-LED technology.
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.
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.
Bethesda selling Fallout t-shirt for Aussie bushfire relief
Bethesda is the latest to sell physical gear in efforts to fundraise for Aussie bushfire relief, offering a Fallout-themed First Responders t-shirt.
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.
Meet the 29-Ton AAV7: The Marines' New Armored Vehicle That Can Swim
Impressive.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Looks Amazing in New Trailer Featuring Lots of new Footage and Theme Song
A new Final Fantasy VII Remake trailer has been released today, featuring a lot of new footage and the game's main theme song
Valve's auto battler spin-off Dota Underlords leaving early access next month
Exit strategy.
Destiny 2 Empyrean Foundation likely to bring Trials of Osiris back
The Destiny 2 Empyrean Foundation event, scheduled for in-game inclusion next week, will likely bring back the PvP-focused Trials of Osiris.
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
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
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.
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 …
Motorola stylus phone is the Moto G Stylus
Motorola's upcoming smartphone with a stylus has been confirmed as the Moto G Stylus thanks to a slightly cagey leak.
Realme Fitness Band First Look is Here! Official Launch Next Month - Gizchina.com
Realme is working on its first fitness band that will launch in the month of February 2020. Here is the first look at the fitness tracker.
After Split With FOX Channels, Roku Users Will No Longer Be Able to Stream Super Bowl
The news sent the stock on an abrupt downward trend, falling as much as 6.1% intraday
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.
Samsung Super ISO feature trademarked, coming with the Galaxy S20
Samsung Super ISO name has been trademarked at UK Intellectual Property Office. It probably stands for a new Night Mode feature in the camera app.
Now that really IS TV gold! World's most luxurious TV with 100in screen and 24-carat gold-plated stand goes on sale at Harrods for over £100,000
The Aquavision DB100 has a 100
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.
Royal Enfield Bullet 500, Classic 500, Thunderbird 500 to be discontinued in India from March 31
Royal Enfield Bullet 500, Royal Enfield Classic 500 and Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 are powered by the same single-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark ignition, air-cooled, fuel injection, 499 cc engine that generates 27.2 bhp and 41.3 Nm of maximum torque.
Kraken Finds Critical Security Flaw in Trezor One and T Wallets
Kraken Security Labs has identified a critical security issue in Trezor hardware wallets which enables seeds to be extracted from the devices. Kraken
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
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.
EU vote could now force Apple to ditch Lightning for USB-C
The European Union has voted to standardise chargers for mobile devices in a measure that could force Apple to abandon the iPhone's traditional Lightning | Trusted Reviews
Fife electric vehicle users will have to pay to use public charging points from April
Drivers of electric vehicles in Fife will soon have to pay to top up at public charging points.
iPhone and Android users are getting 117 new emoji in 2020
New year. New emoji.
IMG Reveals Full Slate of Programming for NYFW: The Shows
NYFW: The Talks will feature a series of in-depth conversations with designers, artists, athletes, and industry leaders.
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....
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 …
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.
Facebook and Google are fighting coronavirus misinformation
Google and Facebook are attempting to stay ahead of coronavirus conspiracy theories and fake cures.
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.
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.
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.
CCTS begins administering CRTC’s new Internet Code today
The CCTS now officially administers the new CRTC-issued Internet Code, which was released in July 2019.
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 ...
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...
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.
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....
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.
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.
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 …
Would Huawei Return To Google? It Depends Who You Ask (Updated)
Huawei is currently blocked from including Google apps and services on its smartphones, but if the trade ban was lifted, would it go back to the full Android phone? It depends on who at Huawei you ask. Update: Huawei Australia weighs in with its own hopes for a Google future....
Star Wars Battlefront II BB-8 update rolls out on Monday, the Age of Rebellion revealed
The delayed BB-8 update for Star Wars Battlefront II will be rolling out on Monday, 3rd February after being halted by a last minute bug earlier this week. The update will also see the Age of Resistan
Motorola Has Started Shipping Some razr Pre-Orders Early
Motorola is apparently shipping some pre-orders of its much anticipated folding razr smartphone early. The Motorola razr was not expected to start
E3 2020 will “shake things up” with new format
With the likes of Sony PlayStation dropping E3 for the second consecutive year, the Electronic Software Association (ESA) declared that it will "shake thin
realme 5 Pro Chroma White Malaysia release: only 500 units available at RM999
realme has officially announced that their Valentine Edition realme 5 Pro Chroma White will be available in Malaysia from 4 February 2020 at 12AM onwards on Shopee. Do note that there will be 500 units available, so act fast if you are interested in getting one for yourself.
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.
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, . . .
Nubia is apparently bringing 80W fast charging to its next Android phone
On a future, undisclosed smartphone, Nubia is teasing insane 80W charging speeds for topping off the battery extremely quickly.
Easyjet reveals electric plane that will make flying greener and cheaper
The Wright 1 plane will be able to fly for an hour, meaning it could be used on short-haul flights such as London to Paris or Amsterdam
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
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.
How are social media giants fighting coronavirus conspiracies?
Coronavirus and conspiracies: how are social media companies tackling misinformation? | #TheCube
Borderlands 3 latest hotfix activates Rare Chest Riches event, addresses drop rates and more
This specific hotfix activates the Rare Chest Riches event, addresses drop rates and implements permanent scaling for Takedown at the Maliwan Blacksite.
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.
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...
Global tax rules set for overhaul as states seek to avoid new trade war
PARIS (Reuters) - Outdated cross-border tax rules are set to be rewritten after 137 states sought this week to avoid a new trade war over the global multiplication of taxes on digital services.
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.
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.
Nokia 8 receiving the January Security update 2020 now
Nokia 8 has started to receive the January Security update 2020 now. Check below for the update size, list of markets and the update changelog.
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.
DC Universe Online Welcomes the Birds of Prey in April
This spring, the popular free-to-play MMO DC Universe Online is welcoming the Birds of Prey to face off against Lex Luthor.
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
Telus offers $75 20GB Peace of Mind plan yet again
If you missed out on Telus' $75 20GB offer the first two times, the Vancouver-based carrier is giving you another chance to sign up.
AMD bundles the Radeon RX5700XT with Resident Evil 3 Remaster & Monster Hunter World Iceborne
AMD will be offering Resident Evil 3 Remaster and Monster Hunter World Iceborne with the Radeon RX5700XT.
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.
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
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.
Facebook vows to limit and remove misinformation about the Wuhan coronavirus and tell you if something you shared is false
On Facebook and Instagram, the company will focus on claims that discourage treatment or make false claims about prevention.
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
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.
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.
Sony Xperia 2020 Battery Capacity Could Be A Whopper
Sony's Xperia 2020 battery capacity could put the currently unnamed flagship on the map. The source, AndroidNext, has leaked a spec sheet for the upcoming
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.
Apple engineers suggest a standardized format for one-time passcodes
Apple engineers have put forward a proposal that would see SMS one-time passcodes get a standardized format for additional security.
Pokémon Sword and Shield to Receive New Phantom Pokémon Alongside New Max Raid Battle Next on February 27
A new Phantom Pokémon will be introduced in Pokémon Sword and Shield alongside a new Max Raid Battle, the Pokémon Company has announced.