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April 5th, 2015, 00:50 Posted By: wraggster
When Vine revealed its newfound HD ambitions last week, your author wondered out loud whether the company's long-in-the-tooth Windows Phone app was ever going to get an update again. Well, the answer is a pretty definitive yes: Vine pushed out the update earlier today, and with it comes a new look, support for Vine messaging and the ability to import videos straight from your camera. (Oh, and for those keeping count, the last time Vine updated the app was over a year ago. Seriously.)
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/04/v...ly-updates-it/
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April 5th, 2015, 00:51 Posted By: wraggster
Here's a textbook case of irony: the Apple Watch may not have a quick launch in Switzerland... you know, the spiritual home of watches. Swiss broadcaster RTS reportsthat Leonard Timepieces has a trademark in the country that supposedly prevents companies from using the word "apple" in association with watches and other jewelry. The 30-year-old legal filing expires on December 5th, but that's not much consolation to Apple if it hopes to challenge the traditionalists in Geneva this year.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/04/a...zerland-issue/
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April 5th, 2015, 00:52 Posted By: wraggster
After a pretty sizable delay, OnePlus has at last released OxygenOS, its in-house version of Android 5.0 Lollipop. As promised back near the start of the year, thisCyanogen replacement is all about a "back to basics" approach that keeps things stock unless the startup thinks a new feature would be genuinely useful. Right now, that's largely limited to features you already had on your One: you can draw Oppo-stylegestures to trigger functions when the screen is off, switch between hardware and software navigation keys and customize your quick-access settings. OxygenOS isn't for the faint of heart at this stage, since you'll have to be comfortable with installing ROMs (and likely put up with early bugs), but it's worth a shot if you want to catch a glimpse of OnePlus' software future.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/04/o...ases-oxygenos/
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April 5th, 2015, 00:54 Posted By: wraggster
Let's say you've devoured just about everything you can find on the Apple Watch but are still craving more. That's perfectly natural. Well, Cupertino has a guided tour of the wearable that should help answer any remaining questions you might have. For now there are four separate videos with a disembodied voice talking through the different features (messages, general functionality, digital touch and faces), showing how they work and generally being pretty informative. The digital crown, for example, is apparently as integral to Watch as the clickwheel was to the original iPod. Huh.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/03/apple-watch-tour/
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April 5th, 2015, 01:49 Posted By: wraggster
One of the selling points of iOS is that its more restrictive nature makes it more secure. But even though it's easier for users to accidentally install malicious apps on Android, data collected by Google (PDF) indicates that less than one percent of Android users have actually done so. Quoting: "During October 2014, the lowest level of device hygiene was 99.5% and the highest level was 99.65%, so less than 0.5% of devices had a Potentially Harmful Application (PHA) installed (excluding non-malicious Rooting apps). During that same time period, approximately 0.25% of devices had a non-malicious Rooting application installed. ... Worldwide, excluding non-malicious Rooting applications, PHAs are installed on less than 0.1% of devices that install applications only from Google Play. Non-rooting PHAs are installed on approximately 0.7% of devices that are configured to permit installation from outside of Google Play. Additionally, the second graph shows devices with any PHA (including Rooting applications). Rooting applications are installed on about 0.5% of devices that allow sideloading of applications from outside of Google Play."
http://mobile.slashdot.org/story/15/...y-harmful-apps
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April 6th, 2015, 00:10 Posted By: wraggster
The long-rumored Apple TV update is expected to do many things, including run appsand stream a TV service, but there's one thing it isn't expected to do: play 4K video. A source for BuzzFeed News' John Paczkowski (who's historically accurate with such rumors) claims that Apple's upcoming media hub will stick to 1080p because 4K technology is "still in its infancy." While the A8 chip rumored to be in the device can handle the ultra-high resolution, the market just isn't there yet. Even Amazon andNetflix don't have a lot of 4K content, and there's also the question of finding enough people with both compatible TVs and sufficiently speedy internet access. That's disappointing if you were hoping to get a truly future-proof box, but it's hard to see Apple investing a lot of money into services that you probably won't use for a while.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/05/n...next-apple-tv/
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April 6th, 2015, 21:07 Posted By: wraggster
Sadly, the he-said-she-said disputes over bending smartphones aren't ending any time soon. Samsung has responded to SquareTrade's allegations that the Galaxy S6 Edge is easily bendable by posting a video that shows the official stress tests for both the Edge and the regular S6. As you might expect, both devices hold up in this company-sanctioned clip -- they can withstand up to 79 pounds of force at three different points, which is enough to snap five pencils in half. Supposedly, this is more pressure than you'd put on your phone if it was in your back pocket. The Korean firm also notes that SquareTrade only tested on the front, not the back where tolerance levels are different.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/06/s...-bend-scandal/
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April 6th, 2015, 21:20 Posted By: wraggster
How would you like to be able to know the chemical composition of something, just by taking a snapshot or video of it with your smartphone? You may eventually be able to, thanks to a compact hyperspectral imaging camera being developed at Tel Aviv University. "Hyperspectral imaging involves scanning light spectra not visible to the human eye, in order to identify the unique electromagnetic 'fingerprints' of various substances and processes. While this can already be done with larger cameras, a team led by Tel Aviv's Prof. David Mendlovic is developing a much smaller optical component that could conceivably be built into a smartphone. It utilizes MEMS (microelectromechanical systems) technology, and is reportedly 'suitable for mass production and compatible with standard smartphone camera designs.'"
http://tech.slashdot.org/story/15/04...gs-are-made-of
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April 7th, 2015, 23:47 Posted By: wraggster
You're probably aware that you can't easily pry open the Galaxy S6, but what's it like if you do try? It's something of a nightmare, if you ask iFixit. The repair-it-yourself shop has torn down a Galaxy S6 Edge, and it's pretty clear that Samsung didn't design its latest smartphone with fixes in mind. While most of the parts crammed into that thin frame are modular, the glass on both the front and the back makes it hard to get inside without cracking something. And you can probably forget about replacing the battery at home -- it's glued to the back of the display, beneath many of the other components. The S6's design may be sleeker than ever, but you're losing a lot of the accessibility of years past.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/07/s...edge-teardown/
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April 7th, 2015, 23:49 Posted By: wraggster
HBO's cable-free streaming service, HBO Now, is available right this very second on Apple TV, iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch, HBO says in a press release. Interested cable-cutters can see sign-up instructions and access HBO Now on desktops here. The service is exclusive to Apple devices for now -- Cablevision is offering its internet customers subscriptions too -- and costs $15 a month. Remember, the new season ofGame of Thrones launches in just five days, so if HBO Now's exclusivity deal with Apple sounds as restrictive as a Dothraki barber shop, that's only because it is. The FAQ says an Android app is "coming soon" (probably outside Apple's 90-day exclusive window), and content-wise it should match what we've seen from HBO Go.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/07/h...-out-apple-tv/
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April 8th, 2015, 00:02 Posted By: wraggster
Apple’s patent describes Kinect-style gesture recognition technology that not only recognises gestures, but remembers them as well.
This allows the tech to spot a gesture even when a part of the hand is obscured, leading to greater accuracy, reports Tech Crunch.
Apple acquired PrimeSense (who powered much of the technology that went into Xbox’s original Kinect sensor) back in 2013.
It was speculated then that the acquisition would result in the introduction of gesture control onto Apple TV as well as a number of other possible uses.
PrimeSense’s patents were transferred to Apple last year, and have now been upgraded with the eventual improvements in accuracy and efficacy of gesture recognition.
The new patent for “learning-based estimation of hand and finger pose”, relies on 3D imaging hardware that can create precise depth maps, enabling it to seek out a hand gesture by isolating hand landmarks and reconstructing a digital skeleton.
It then goes further into estimation algorithms, degree of confidence calculations and weighting formulas.
http://www.pcr-online.biz/news/read/...ol-tech/035947
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April 8th, 2015, 00:05 Posted By: wraggster
Apple’s anticipated Apple Watch may be banned from Switzerland according to reports.
With pre-orders for the smartwatch starting on April 10th, a patent dating back to 1985 could stop customers purchasing the device in Switzerland.
The patent may ban the watch from sale until the end of 2015, as it covers the use of the word ‘Apple’ and the image of an apple in association with watches and jewellery.
The patent currently belongs to William Leong, owner of the Geneva-based watch brand Leonard, which is due to expire on December 5th this year, according toRTS.
Apple has said that it plans to sell the new watch in UK, US, Japan, France, Germany, China, Hong Kong, Canada and Australia.
The Apple Watch will start at $349, with various other options priced at around $10,000.
The new device has also received some competition from the likes of Swatch, with the announcement that it will release its first smartwatch around the same time as the Apple watch.
http://www.pcr-online.biz/news/read/...zerland/035940
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April 9th, 2015, 23:41 Posted By: wraggster
If you haven't downloaded and installed iOS 8.3 yet, you might want to hold off for a bit first. Apple says the update packs that new emoji keyboard and a slew of performance fixes, but multiple reports on Reddit, Twitter and Apple's own support forums claim that the new software build basically breaks TouchID support for iTunes and App Store purchases. It's not yet clear how widespread the issue is -- Twitter in particular is light on the moaning today -- but we've just installed iOS 8.3 on a pair of iPhone 6s on different carriers and now neither of them work the way they're supposed to.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/09/i...-id-purchases/
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April 9th, 2015, 23:46 Posted By: wraggster
Samsung mobile head J.K. Shin has warned that supply constraints could hamper sales of its Galaxy S6 Edge smartphone. According to Reuters, Shin revealed production yields of the phone's unique curved display are low, meaning that the company may not be able to keep up with demand. Samsung is "working hard to resolve the difficulty in supply," but yields could be low "for a while." The issue will not affect the vanilla Galaxy S6, which has a more conventional flat display.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/09/s...supply-issues/
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April 9th, 2015, 23:50 Posted By: wraggster
Remember the other day when we said EE's seamless WiFi calling feature was launching on April 10th? Well, there's been a slight change of plan, as the service is available right now on compatible iPhones (the 5s, 5c, 6 and 6 Plus). WiFi calling was originally supposed to launch alongside the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge in a couple of days, and we had no concrete details of when Apple devices might be joining the fray. That's changed today with the release of iOS 8.3, however, which adds support for EE's WiFi calling feature, among other things.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/08/e...lling-iphones/
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April 10th, 2015, 00:08 Posted By: wraggster
Desjardins Insurance has launched a smartphone app that tracks driver behaviour in return for the promise of substantial savings on car insurance. Two years ago, Desjardins began offering a telematic device that plugs into a vehicle's diagnostic port, to track acceleration, hard braking and the time of day you were driving, for instance. Now, there's no plug-in device required. With Desjardins's new Ajusto app, all you need is your smartphone. But this comes with great concerns over privacy, and problems have been reported where the device was logging data when the user was riding a bus instead of driving his own car.
http://yro.slashdot.org/story/15/04/...ivacy-concerns
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April 10th, 2015, 00:11 Posted By: wraggster
As a developer contemplating trying out the mobile game scene, a GDC session about hacking/tampering looked interesting — but I wasn't able to attend. The presentation isn't available online, but it was paired with a whitepaper [contact details required], which can be downloaded. I'm surprised by some of the information presented and the potential for damage/mischief. Not so much that these issues are unheard of — they've existed for years on other platforms. What I find surprising is the lack of support at the OS level on mobile devices to defend from many of these types of hacks. Have we learned nothing from the pains of the past? How significant are the points about hacking/piracy in the mobile space that are discussed by this whitepaper?
http://ask.slashdot.org/story/15/04/...n-mobile-games
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April 10th, 2015, 23:53 Posted By: wraggster
If you've got someone in your contacts list who's a real jerk, Google now lets you call them by saying just that. Thanks to an update to the Google app on Android, you can give those folks nicknames. The feature was already live for some, but it seems to be available for everyone now (just showed up for me). This means when you say "Call Jerk Face," or use something other term of endearment, your phone will dial them automatically. Upon further examination of the APK, the folks at Android Policediscovered Mountain View is progressing towards the Trusted Voice feature that surfaced a few versions ago. That Smart Lock tool will seemingly allow you to unlock a device with a spoken phrase. There's also mention of something called Seamless Hotword, but for now, the name is about the only detail we've seen. If you're not sporting the latest version yet, it's available for download over at Google Play. The more adventurous can snag the APK right here.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/10/g...act-nicknames/
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April 10th, 2015, 23:55 Posted By: wraggster
If you've been itchin' to take a look at the mobile version of Microsoft's new browser, now is your chance. The latest Windows 10 Technical Preview is available for phones, delivering Project Spartan and early looks at both its Reading List and Reading View features. As promised, the folks in Redmond also included Outlook Mail and Outlook Calendar apps this time around -- both of which are now the default options for the mobile version of Windows. New Phone and Messaging apps are here as well, as is retooled software for Maps, People (contacts) and an updated App Switcher. Nearly all of the additions sport the redesigned UI that Microsoft has been showing off since Windows 10 was announced back in January.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/10/w...oject-spartan/
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April 11th, 2015, 00:00 Posted By: wraggster
Apple's Watch is now on pre-order at Apple's Store, but unlike Katy Perry, you're going to have to wait until at least April 24th to get one. It could take a lot longer than that if you don't order one sooner than later, however, and if time is of the essence, you may have to settle for a model you didn't have your heart set on. Apple said that it expects "strong customer demand will exceed our supply at launch," and information on the Apple Store backs that up. For instance, the 38mm sport model is shipping between April 24th and May 8th, but the 42mm model isn't going out until May 8th at the earliest.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/10/a...ook-preorders/
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April 12th, 2015, 00:05 Posted By: wraggster
The Lollipop update has turned sour for me and several other Nexus 7, Gen 2 (and Nexus 5) owners. It seems that I'm not alone in having my tablet boot to the Google Logo since a couple of days after updating to Android 5.0.2. Now Nexus 5 owners are reporting a reboot loop in Android 5.1. My device, like many others, is a couple of months out of warranty, but worked great until the latest OTA update from Google. They branded it, and they updated it, but Google claims it is between the buyers and ASUS, the manufacturer.
http://hardware.slashdot.org/story/1...exus-7-devices
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April 12th, 2015, 22:09 Posted By: wraggster
So, you like Bing but don't like it enough to download its app on your phone. Expect to see a new interface when you load the website on an Android or iOS browser, then, along with a number of new options when you swipe up the translucent card at the bottom. That includes a "Popular Now" section, which is essentially the mobile version of the desktop's news carousel. It lists trending stories around the web, some of which might be relevant to you and your location. There's also a new "Image of the day (IOTD) card" that displays info about the mobile and desktop website's daily background. Finally, you can use the "earn and explore" option to earn Bing Rewardcredits, which you might someday (if you're loyal and persistent) be able to redeem for gift cards.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/11/b...page-redesign/
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April 13th, 2015, 21:41 Posted By: wraggster
Too expensive, lacks a killer app, rubbish battery – it seems the criticisms of the Apple Watch have done little to deter tech shoppers.
UK buyers are now able to buy the many versions of the Apple Watch from the company’s website. The bad news, however, is that orders placed now are currently not due for dispatch until an unspecified time in June.
Apparently the change to delivery estimates was made just hours after sales of the new device went live last week.
Prices for the device itself range from Ł299 for the 38mm Sport Band edition or Ł649 for the 38mm Steel Modern Buckle version all the way up to Ł949 for the 42mm Black Case Stainless Steel model – or even Ł13,500 for the 38mm Gold releases.
That’s not the case of eBay, however, where prices are skyrocketing. The 42mm Stainless Steel Milanese Loop version, for instance, costs Ł599 from Apple. On eBay it is selling for Ł1,500. The Ł319 Sports Bands releases are shifting for up to Ł800, too.
Whether or not the watches will be physically available from Apple’s High Street stores on launch day, which is Friday April 24th, remains to be seen.
http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/the-a...nd-may/0147937
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April 13th, 2015, 21:57 Posted By: wraggster
The Late Late Show’s new host James Corden has joined Samsung to launch its flagship Galaxy S6 smartphones.
Corden puts a humorous spin on whether the consumer is more concerned about the practical aspects such as battery life, or the appearance of the devices, with the help of his alter ego Wilf Meltson.
The new commercial aims to build the excitement around what Samsung says is the “most important phone launch this year”.
The Drum reports that Russell Taylor, CMO at Samsung Electronics UK and Ireland, said: “We need a way to communicate not only the design and quality of the two phones and their innovative features, but also entertain and engage our customers.
"We feel we have really captured this, and our brand personality that comes across via this content is humorous, tongue-in-cheek and timely – with the use of man of the moment James Corden.”
Samsung should pull out all the stops with the release in its Galaxy S range, if it is to turn its mobile phone sales around, which experienced a 21 per cent drop to Ł60 billion in 2014.
http://www.pcr-online.biz/news/read/...laxy-s6/035977
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April 13th, 2015, 22:06 Posted By: wraggster
The launch of the Apple Watch has got off to a good start, with an estimated 1 million pre-orders in the U.S. on Friday. "According to Slice's Sunday report, which is based on e-receipt data obtained directly from consumers, 957,000 people preordered the Watch on Friday, with 62% purchasing the cheapest variant, the Apple Watch Sport. On average, each buyer ordered 1.3 watches and spent $503.83 per watch."
http://apple.slashdot.org/story/15/0...-day-in-the-us
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April 14th, 2015, 21:54 Posted By: wraggster
It's no secret that Samsung's curvy Galaxy S6 Edge costs a pretty penny, but there's now a good explanation as to why. IHS estimates that the raw price of assembly for a 64GB Verizon model is $290. That's more expensive to make than not just the Galaxy S5 ($256 when new), but also the 128GB iPhone 6 Plus ($263) -- if true, Samsung is giving up a lot of profit to make this exotic hardware affordable. The bendy AMOLED screen is unsurprisingly the costliest element here with an estimated $85 price, although the Exynos 7 processor ($30), 3GB of DDR4 memory ($27) and flash storage ($25) certainly aren't cheap.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/14/s...ost-breakdown/
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April 14th, 2015, 21:56 Posted By: wraggster
If you're an Opera fan on Android, you no longer have to choose between Opera Mini's super-efficient web browsing and the native interface of its full-size sibling. The company has overhauled Mini to finally give it the Android-friendly look and core features of the regular browser, including redesigned Speed Dial shortcuts, a private browsing mode and a customizable design that scales nicely to tablet sizes. There's also a much-needed, Mini-specific data gauge so that you know how many megabytes you're saving. Give it a spin if you're trying to squeeze the most you can out of a capped cellular plan.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/14/o...8-for-android/
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April 14th, 2015, 22:01 Posted By: wraggster
Think that iOS' music player is overdue for a remake? You're going to get your wish. Apple has released the first iOS 8.4 beta to developers, and its centerpiece is a shiny, new Music app. The refresh includes at least a few long-sought changes, including some borrowed from iTunes: There's a mini player that sticks around while you're browsing, global search and an "Up Next" song queue. You'll also see a sleeker iTunes Radio interface that helps you discover new tracks. There's no sign of the Beats-based music service rumored to come alongside 8.4, but that's not supposed to show up until Apple's developer conference at the earliest -- if it exists, it's probably going to stay under wraps for a little while.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/13/i...ith-music-app/
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April 14th, 2015, 22:09 Posted By: wraggster
Android users will soon be able to unlock a device using their voice with new biometric security software from Google, according to reports.
The feature (which Google has allegedly named Trusted Voice) apparently uses the “OK Google” vocal search trigger, allowing hands-free use of a device whether it is locked or not, reports the Android Police.
However, a leaked image seemingly shows a Google warning saying that the introduction of the new feature could increase security risks, as imitating a users’ voice can be simpler than guessing a password.
The warning reads: “Trusted voice is less secure than a pattern, PIN, or password. Someone with a similar voice or a recording of your voice could unlock your device.”
Other biometric unlocking methods include trusted devices, places and faces.
The trusted places method lets users remove lockscreen PINs and passwords while in a safe place, such as the home or a place of work – although the issue with this is that it requires the use of battery guzzling GPS.
Android users will apparently soon be able to access the new security feature from the smart lock option on their devices.
In related news: Intel and Qualcomm are entering the biometric tech world with the use of retina and fingerprint scanners.
http://www.pcr-online.biz/news/read/...android/035987
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April 16th, 2015, 23:35 Posted By: wraggster
Thanks to Google search on your Android phone, you can not only bring up search results from the web, but also content from apps that are installed on your phone. Soon, however, that capability will be extended to apps you haven't downloaded at all. Google has announced today that thanks to its app indexing efforts, you may now start to see Play Store suggestions in your search results that'll lead to relevant content. So, for example, say you're searching for "Michelin star restaurants" on your phone. You'll not only get the usual search results for that, but also see suggestions for apps like OpenTable or Yelp if you don't already have them installed. If you do install them, the first thing you see when you launch them is a list of, yep, Michelin star restaurants in your area.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/16/g...h-app-install/
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April 16th, 2015, 23:36 Posted By: wraggster
Cyanogen has revealed that it will pre-install Microsoft apps on its modded Android OS later this year, including Bing, Skype, OneDrive, OneNote, Outlook and Microsoft Office. The news doesn't come as a huge surprise, since it was rumored that Redmond had purchased a minority stake in Cyanogen with the express intention of bundling its software. As part of the deal, Microsoft will also create "native integrations" on Cyanogen OS, presumably to make all its apps play well together. Microsoft has avoided porting its productivity software over to Android and iOS for quite awhile, but finally made the jump earlier this year.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/16/m...nogen-android/
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April 16th, 2015, 23:37 Posted By: wraggster
Tired of typing on your tablet? Sick of speaking to your phone? Well, if you've got Android 4.0.3 or higher, you are in luck because Google Handwriting Input for Androidhas just hit the Play Store. This utility app supports both printed and cursive writing styles, understands 82 languages and can even decipher hand-drawn emojis. What's more, it doesn't require you to use a stylus -- though for languages not based on the Roman alphabet (like Japanese, Korean or Hindi), a writing implement definitely helps. I just downloaded this to a Nexus 6 and it understood my scrawlings reasonably well. The only issue of immediate concern is the warning that Google will be saving all of the input text -- including any passwords and credit card numbers -- so take care with what you write.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/15/n...-your-writing/
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April 16th, 2015, 23:38 Posted By: wraggster
 Google's making it even easier to track down your misplaced mobile device. WhileAndroid Device Manager already exists to help find lost phones and tablets, just getting to your account's ADM menu often requires a search of its own. But Find My Phone is as simple as a web query. In fact, that's literally what you're doing. Simply open a Google omnibox and type "find my phone" to display a map that reveals the phone's current resting place. If the device is nearby, you can also opt to ring your cell. Unfortunately, Find My Phone does not allow you to lock or erase your device should it be stolen or, say, left at the local pub -- you will still need Android Device Manager to do that.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/15/g...phone-android/
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April 16th, 2015, 23:39 Posted By: wraggster
It's already evident that most Apple computers aren't designed with do-it-yourself repairs in mind, but the new MacBook takes that inaccessibility to a new level. The crew at iFixit has torn down the ultra-slim machine, and it's clear that Apple took away a lot of repair options in its quest to squeeze everything into such a compact metal shell. The giant battery is glued firmly to the case, while the processor, memory and storage are all soldered to the tiny motherboard. Even the lone USB port is buried under other components, so it won't be easy to replace if it breaks. The findings aren't completely shocking -- Apple is treating the MacBook more as a high-powered iPad than a conventional computer, and designed the system accordingly. Still, you'll want to look elsewhere if you insist on fixing or upgrading PCs at home.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/15/a...book-teardown/
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April 16th, 2015, 23:40 Posted By: wraggster
A great thing about messenger apps is letting people know when you're away (even if you're not). Convenient, no? An Apple patent spotted by AppleInsider describes a feature that would let you do the same for voice calls, too. Since it's just a patent and (and thus, might never be developed), Cupertino doesn't have anything solid on how the system will work. The documents submitted to the trademark office do offer some ideas, though. For instance, it says the feature would upload data about its condition (such as its ringer volume, vibration status, device location, cellular strength, battery life, etc.) to a remote server.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/15/a...r-phone-calls/
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April 16th, 2015, 23:56 Posted By: wraggster
BlackBerry isn't the smartphone powerhouse it used to be. Android and iOS are slowly eroding what's left of its market share, but the company isn't giving up just yet. Its latest effort is the Leap, an all-touch smartphone (sorry, keyboard fans) aimed at "young power professionals." The device is launching in the UK today for Ł199 on BlackBerry's online store, although it won't actually ship until April 24th. If you want the Leap on contract, you can grab it immediately through Vodafone, otherwise it's also available SIM-free through third-party sellers such as Clove, Unlocked Mobilesand Mobile Phones Direct.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/15/blackberry-leap-uk/
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April 17th, 2015, 00:03 Posted By: wraggster
Your next iPhone's camera may be decidedly more sophisticated. Apple has snapped up LinX, a camera technology company that specializes in depth-sensing cameras that can create 3D image maps -- think Intel's RealSense, or the Duo Camera in the HTC One M8. While Apple isn't commenting on its future plans for the company, LinX's hardware allows for post-capture refocusing, DSLR-like soft backgrounds and better low-light photography. None of those features are new in the smartphone world (numerous devices offer one or more similar options), but they'd be welcome additions if you've ever flubbed an iPhone shot and wished you could fix it after the fact.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/14/apple-buys-linx/
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April 17th, 2015, 00:09 Posted By: wraggster
The Apple Watch might not be out yet, but one developer already has an adventure game in line for launch on the tech timepiece.
WayForward Technologies, the outlet behind platforming titles Mighty Switch Force and DuckTales Remastered, has announced that it will bring Watch Quest to Apple’s wearable on its day of release, April 24th.
WayForward describes Watch Quest as ‘exclusively for Apple Watch’, but the game will actually require an iPhone as well. Although, it’s hard to believe many consumers will be opting for an Apple Watch without the firm’s smartphone to link it to.
Watch Quest will divide action between the Watch and the iPhone, with the former representing ‘a journey that spans several hours’ and the latter serving as each player’s kingdom.
What this means is that players will choose and equip a hero on their iPhone, before switching to the Apple Watch to guide said adventurer through environments – battling monsters, hunting for treasure and solving puzzles on the way.
A number of quests of varying difficulty and requiring different levels of participation – both active and passive – will be offered.
The game comes free with one training quest, with extra characters and campaigns purchasable from within the iPhone app as Quest Packs.
http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/wayfo...-watch/0148093
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April 17th, 2015, 00:14 Posted By: wraggster
Apple’s successful Asian strategy has seen Chinese iOS owners download more apps than their American counterparts for the first time.
VentureBeat speculates that last year’s launch of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus was the catalyst, with Chinese consumers typically preferring smartphones with larger screens. Both models featured bigger screens than any of their iPhone predecessors.
Note, however, that US still leads its rival in terms of iOS revenues. In fact, China is only third in the revenue tables behind the US and Japan.
“In Q4 2014, shipments of smartphones with screen sizes between five and seven inches constituted roughly 60 per cent of total smartphone shipments in China as compared to roughly 40 per cent worldwide and in the United States,” reads the cited App Annie report.
“Thanks to this, the iPhone’s share of the smartphone installed base crossed seven per cent in 2014.”
http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/chine...t-time/0148067
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April 17th, 2015, 23:25 Posted By: wraggster
We've already seen Microsoft's Universal Office apps hit tablets, laptops and desktopsas part of the Windows 10 Technical Preview, now the company has announced they'll be headed to phones by the end of the month. The Universal Office apps, which so far include Word, Excel and PowerPoint, are meant to show off a new touch friendly version of Microsoft's long-running productivity suite. But they're also an example of how developers can build one app that easily runs across a variety of Windows 10 devices. On phones, the Office Universal apps highlight the content of your documents, with typical commands and controls at the bottom of the screen. Microsoft says that should help with editing documents one-handed. On tablets, the Office apps look more like the full-fledged Office 2016 desktop apps, but with a interface tweaks to make them easier to navigate with your fingers.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/17/o...al-windows-10/
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April 17th, 2015, 23:30 Posted By: wraggster
Don't like that Chrome makes you use two hands to comfortably surf the web on youriPhone 6? Your life just got a bit easier. Google has updated Chrome for iOS so that you can pull down to not only refresh web pages, but open and close tabs. At this rate, you might only have to reach up when you want to type in a site address. There's also a Today View launcher widget that includes voice search, suggested answers for common searches and support for password managers like 1Password and LastPass. All told, you should spend more time browsing and less time stretching your fingers -- that's a worthwhile upgrade in our books.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/17/c...ll-to-refresh/
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April 19th, 2015, 00:03 Posted By: wraggster
To put it mildly, Windows Phone's official mapping options are... basic. However, Microsoft is promising a better experience with the mobile Maps app in Windows 10. Get a recent preview version of Windows 10 and you'll see a map interface that is not only decidedly more modern-looking, but ties in more closely with Bing and rolls in some Here Maps features. You'll get the usual photos, reviews and directions (including Here's in-car navigation), but you'll also have an easier time finding things to do. You can specify that you're looking for something to eat near your hotel, for instance, and book the table reservation on the spot. This upgrade probably won't get you to switch phone platforms, but it's a big deal if you're a Windows phone fan who'd like to get Microsoft's best mapping services in a single app.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/18/w...aps-for-phone/
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April 19th, 2015, 00:07 Posted By: wraggster
The Reg is reporting on the release of Google Handwriting Input for Android smartphones and tablets: "The Chocolate Factory's research arm says handwriting recognition is needed because touchscreen keyboards remain modestly effective and while 'Voice input is an option, but there are situations where it is not feasible, such as in a noisy environment or during a meeting." The Google Research Blog notes that it allows recognition both on-device and in the cloud (by tapping on the cloud icon) in any Android app.
It works as advertised on my smartphone, so now I can type, speak, or scribble my searches, texts, etc.+
http://hardware.slashdot.org/story/1...put-to-android
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April 21st, 2015, 21:36 Posted By: wraggster
When its calling feature hit Android gadgets a couple weeks ago, WhatsApp founder Brian Acton said the tool would make its way to iOS soon enough. Well, today's the day. WhatsApp calling is rolling out to folks wielding Apple devices, allowing you to chat with friends and family around the world. If you'll recall, the feature uses WiFi rather a data connection, so you won't have to worry about international rate hikes. While the new version of the app is already available at iTunes, the release notes warn that the calling feature is rolling out slowly, so it may not be available for you immediately.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/21/w...ice-calls-ios/
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April 21st, 2015, 21:45 Posted By: wraggster
Chrome's website push notifications are no longer confined to your desktop -- they now surface on your phone, too. Grab Chrome 42 for Android and you can opt into alerts from websites that show up no matter what you're doing. You won't have to worry about missing out on breaking news, even if your favorite sites don't have dedicated apps. You'll also have an easier time adding home screen shortcuts for those sites if you always want them close at hand. It'll be a while before many of the sites you frequent can deliver notifications (eBay, Facebook and Pinterest are some of the early adopters), but it's worth upgrading now to get ready.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/20/c...ns-on-android/
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April 21st, 2015, 21:48 Posted By: wraggster
Wood and leather are so yesterday. What you really want is some genuine marble on your precious gadgets. At least that's the pitch from Native Union, which recently announced its Clic Marble iPhone 6 case, available in matte black or glossy white -- the latter consisting of the nice Carrara white marble from Italy. Don't be fooled by its simple look, as the company took a year and a half to figure out how to carefully slice marble at just 0.8mm thick, and then reinforce it with fiberglass to keep it flexible and shatter-resistant. The case does add 2mm of bulk onto your device, and it does ask for $80 in the US or Ł70 in the UK, but these are the kinds of sacrifices that some are willing to make in return for that cold luxurious feel.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/20/n...case-iphone-6/
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April 21st, 2015, 21:49 Posted By: wraggster
There's a new kid on the smartwatch block, which means that Google needs to make sure that its own gear is ready for the challenge. That's why the company is pushing out new features to its Android Wear devices in the coming weeks. The biggest addition is probably WiFi support that'll let you connect to your smartphone even if it isn't in your pocket. Should you, for instance, head out to the coffee shop and leave your phone at home, then you'll still receive notifications as long as both are connected to the internet.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/20/a...sture-support/
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April 21st, 2015, 21:51 Posted By: wraggster
Microsoft is already poised to bring Windows' Cortana voice assistant to other platforms, but the duo behind the OrangeSec team isn't willing to wait that long. They've developed and shown off Portańa, a simple Android adaptation of Cortana that uses a proxy to talk to Microsoft's servers. While it's nowhere near a complete recreation of the official software (you have to speak in Italian, for one thing), it does work -- you can ask a question and expect an answer back. Portańa is sadly likely to remain in a rough state as is, though, so you'll want to tinker the source code if you just have to speak to the Halo-inspired helper before there's an official solution.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/20/c...k-for-android/
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April 21st, 2015, 22:08 Posted By: wraggster
EA has released an update to the iOS version of FIFA 15 to support the upcoming Apple Watch.
Pocket Gamer reports that the Watch app allows players to receive game notifications direct to their wrist. There will also be some limited game functionality, such as conducting player transfers.
The Watch update has also brought with it a few changes to the core game. It can now automatically select your strongest starting line-up and inform you if you’re neglecting a potentially strong replacement on your bench.
Simulation mode has received some changes, too, with any custom content a player has unlocked being more readily reflected. The game’s many tutorials are now quicker to access, too.
The Apple Watch will be released this Friday (April 24th). It’s not clear what the availability will be like on the High Street, and Apple is online now saying that any orders placed for the device now won’t be shipped until the summer.
http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/fifa-...upport/0148299
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April 22nd, 2015, 21:33 Posted By: wraggster
That clunky old Android phone sitting in a drawer may be more useful than you think. A team from Carnegie Mellon University has created a program called Zensors that uses connected smartphone or surveillance cameras to track your environment, figure out what's going on and give you valuable alerts and statistics. The team showed how a user can point a smartphone outside a window, circle an area of interest, and pose a natural-language question like "how many cars are in the parking lot?" Zensor then proceeds to track cars as they enter and leave, giving a business data about its customers.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/22/z...android-phone/
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April 22nd, 2015, 21:42 Posted By: wraggster
It can't have escaped your attention that security experts have declared open seasonon Apple products over the last few weeks. At San Francisco's RSA conference, an even more terrifying exploit has been revealed that has the power to send your iPhone or iPad into a perpetual restart loop. Mobile security firm Skycure has discovered that iOS 8 has an innate vulnerability to SSL certificates that, when combined with another WiFi exploit, gives malicious types the ability to create "no iOS zones" that can render your smartphones and tablets unusable. Before you read on, grab a roll of tinfoil and start making a new case for your iPhone.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/22/i...-flaw-skycure/
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April 23rd, 2015, 21:01 Posted By: wraggster
If you've already ordered Apple's smartwatch, it should arrive sometime in the next few weeks. To prep for that delivery, the App Store's selection of Watch-specific appsis available for browsing on the web or with that trusty iOS device. The Wall Street Journal reports that over 3,000 software options now reside in iTunes, ready to outfit the wearable with tools for keeping tabs on scores, fitness data, news, social channels, payments and more. Of course, if you haven't secured one yet, you won't be able to nab the gadget at your local retail store tomorrow, so you'll have to wait until it arrives by mail.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/23/a...store-is-live/
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April 23rd, 2015, 21:02 Posted By: wraggster
Sure, you probably don't need a smartphone with a massive 4,000mAh battery and a trio of SIM card slots, but thanks to Acer, your author can't stop thinking about one. Acer's so-called Liquid X2 is clearly well-equipped to play globetrotter, but (just likethe Predator tablet) the company's spokespeople were awfully light on the details. Still, we know it comes with a 5.5-inch screen and a 64-bit octa-core processor thrumming away within its surprisingly sleek frame, along with a pair of 13-megapixel cameras nestled high along its face and back. At last, a device that takes selfies as seriously as HTC's Desire Eye.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/23/acer-liquid-x2/
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April 23rd, 2015, 21:04 Posted By: wraggster
For years, there have been rumblings that Google was looking to get into the carrier business, but it took until yesterday for the search giant to finally reveal what it's been working on. It's called Project Fi, and it's a unique new service that bears little resemblance to the traditional operator model. To provide mobile coverage, Google will be piggybacking on the networks of T-Mobile and Sprint -- two of America's largest carriers -- and using millions of pre-vetted WiFi hotspots. Throw in unlimited free international texting, WiFi tethering and data coverage in over 120 countries, and you've got something genuinely exciting -- if you live in the US and own a Nexus 6, at least. You see, if you hail from the UK, what Google's offering just isn't that innovative. Perks that may make waves over the pond are pretty commonplace here, and are fast becoming standard competitive procedure.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/23/u...le-project-fi/
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April 23rd, 2015, 21:04 Posted By: wraggster
Desktop, laptop, tablet, phone and (now) watch. That's a list of things you can DJ (or rather, djay) on, thanks to a multi-platform update to the eponymous(ish) app from Algoriddim. As Apple Watch (kinda) hits stores this week, you'll be able to update Djay 2 for iOS (the Watch version isn't a standalone app) so that it works with your new timepiece. Of course, features are stripped back, but you can do most things you need to keep the music flowing, such as browse your iTunes library, add and sync tunes to a "deck" or use Force Touch and have the software do it all for you (aka "Automix" mode). It's a tough life for the wearable DJ. If you prefer to mix on the other devices we listed, Algoriddim has updates for you, too.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/23/d...-video-mixing/
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April 23rd, 2015, 21:13 Posted By: wraggster
If you just snapped up a Galaxy S6 or S6 Edge, it won't be too long until you can get your hands on Samsung's new Gear VR headset. Samsung just announced that the revamped Gear VR will be available for pre-order on April 24 on Best Buy's website. There's no word on how much it'll cost you, but hopefully it'll be somewhere around the original Gear VR's $200 price. If pre-ordering isn't your thing, you can pick it up from Samsung's online store and Best Buy's site on May 8, as well as its retail stores on May 15. And yes, you'll also be able to try it on at some Best Buy locations. While the Gear VR didn't impress us as much as HTC's Vive virtual reality headset, it's still an improvement over its predecessor, with a lighter frame and higher amount of pixels per inch (due to the S6's slightly sharper screen). It's not exactly a reason to pick up a Galaxy S6 or S6 Edge yet, but that could change over the next year as Samsung adds more VR content.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/23/samsung-gear-vr-s6/
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April 23rd, 2015, 21:15 Posted By: wraggster
You've likely heard or read that Apple's debut wearable isn't going to be sold quite like the company's previous products. Whether it's about where the demand for the product is coming from (or where Apple hopes the demand will come from), there will be no in-store purchases when the Watch finally lands this Friday. Well, not in Apple's stores. You might have reserved (past tense there) a Watch online, and made an appointment for a fitting of sorts, but there will actually be some places where you'll be able to pick one up, cash-in-hand, tomorrow. By some we mean a few. And by few we mean precisely six fashion stores. Scattered across the world.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/23/a...buy-at-launch/
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April 23rd, 2015, 21:19 Posted By: wraggster
It can't have escaped your attention that security experts have declared open seasonon Apple products over the last few weeks. At San Francisco's RSA conference, an even more terrifying exploit has been revealed that has the power to send your iPhone or iPad into a perpetual restart loop. Mobile security firm Skycure has discovered that iOS 8 has an innate vulnerability to SSL certificates that, when combined with another WiFi exploit, gives malicious types the ability to create "no iOS zones" that can render your smartphones and tablets unusable. Before you read on, grab a roll of tinfoil and start making a new case for your iPhone.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/22/i...-flaw-skycure/
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April 23rd, 2015, 21:25 Posted By: wraggster
According to analytics service SourceDNA, nearly 1,500 iPhone and iPad apps currently available in the App Store include a bug that breaks HTTPS. This could leave users' sensitive personal information exposed to hackers. Analysts have identified an out-of-date version of open-source code library AFNetworking as the source of the vulnerability. The library itself has already been patched, however, many apps are still using the older, insecure version. "We tested the app on a real device and, unexpectedly, we found that all the SSL traffic could be regularly intercepted through a proxy like Burp without any intervention," researchers Simone Bovi and Mauro Gentile wrote in March.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/21/1...crippling-bug/
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April 23rd, 2015, 21:42 Posted By: wraggster
iTunes users who still run Windows XP started to experience connectivity issues this week. As documented in an Apple Support Communities thread, they can't log into the iTunes store, meaning functions like buying content, watching already purchased movies and TV shows, playing DRM-protected content, backing up, updating, and syncing all do not work.
http://tech.slashdot.org/story/15/04...ndows-xp-users
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April 25th, 2015, 01:16 Posted By: wraggster
You likely won't be able to repair the Apple Watch on your own -- shocking, we know. The gadget eviscerators over at iFixit put the Apple Watch under the knife today, just as people who've preordered the Watch have begun receiving their shipments. After a complete dissection, iFixit ended up giving the Apple Watch a repairability score of five out of 10 -- making it something you likely wouldn't want to mess with. Removing the screen was "difficult, but not impossible," iFixit said, and once you've dealt with that the battery is "quite easy to remove." But anything beyond the battery, including the Taptic Engine and Apple's S1 chip, is pretty much out of bounds. Basically, if you're getting an Apple Watch, consider an Apple Care plan, or be ready to pay hefty fees in case anything goes wrong.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/24/a...atch-teardown/
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April 25th, 2015, 01:17 Posted By: wraggster
Samsung's gearing up for the launch of its latest smartwatch by releasing its SDK ahead of the official reveal, which it has never done before. Devs might need some extra time to prep their applications for its release you see, since the newest Galaxy Gear will most likely have a rounded watch face unlike its older siblings' rectangular ones. The press release announcing the SDK, spotted by Android Central, came a with a circle weather watch face graphic, along with a few images of rounded apps (CNN, Yelp and more). Sadly, there were no hints in the PR indicating when the new device will be launched. But if you're really hankering for a rounded smartwatch, there's already a few out on the market, including the Moto 360 and the LG G Watch R.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/24/s...will-be-round/
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April 27th, 2015, 22:33 Posted By: wraggster
Facebook is no stranger to video chat, but it's been keeping a low profile as of late. Well, it's no longer content to sit on the sidelines while Skype and Hangouts steal the show -- the company has just introduced video calling in Messenger. Whether you're using Android or iOS, you only need to tap a single button in an existing conversation to start a face-to-face session. The feature is available today in 18 countries (including the UK and the US), so give it a shot if you're a Facebook fan and would rather not fire up another app just to see who you're talking to.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/27/f...video-calling/
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April 27th, 2015, 22:33 Posted By: wraggster
Splurging on a gold or steel Apple Watch might get you a fancier timepiece, but there's one thing you won't get: the best possible display. DisplayMate has taken aclose look at the OLED screen in the smartwatch, and it notes that sapphire carries its share of drawbacks over the toughened glass in the Watch Sport. While you're still getting colorful, sharp visuals, the higher-end Watch's sapphire reflects almost twice as much light and washes out the picture in very bright conditions. And no, Apple can't use an anti-glare coating to fix this -- that would scratch easily, which misses the whole point of sapphire. There will eventually be improved sapphire screens that are both scratch- and glare-resistant, but you're currently best off with the Sport (and any other smartwatch with glass, really) if you're an outdoorsy type.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/27/a...ay-comparison/
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April 27th, 2015, 22:35 Posted By: wraggster
Don't despair if you bought Samsung's Gear 2 smartwatch, only to realize that you wanted the Android-powered Gear Live instead -- there might be a solution in the works. XDA tinkerer biktor_gj has successfully loaded Android Wear on the Gear 2 after four months of work. It's in a very rough state, as you might imagine. Only touch and rudimentary Bluetooth support are working right now. Android Wear doesn't have an open source project the way that regular Android does, so any support for audio, the motion sensor and other features will likely be tricky to implement. Biktor is hopeful that he'll get those working, however, and even this crude port is proof that your smartwatch isn't necessarily limited to its original software.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/26/a...amsung-gear-2/
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April 27th, 2015, 22:36 Posted By: wraggster
We hope you weren't counting on Nokia reviving its phone business. The Finnish firm is now bluntly denying claims that it's planning to return to making phones -- there are "no plans" to make or sell any, Nokia says. That's not surprising given both the company's expansion of its networking efforts and an agreement with Microsoft that it won't make phones until at least 2016. Simply speaking, Nokia wouldn't have the cash or permissions to build these devices in the near future. With that said, the company mentioned this fall that it was considering licensing its storied name to a third party handset maker. If you don't mind buying a Nokia-approved phone, there's still a chance (however small) that you'll get your wish.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/26/n...making-phones/
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April 27th, 2015, 22:54 Posted By: wraggster
Google's 7-inch tablet has disappeared from the Google Store, where a note in red type simply states that the device is no longer available for purchase. "The Nexus 7 was first released back in 2013, so it's fair to say it had a good run. The Android-based tablet received great reviews, but what really made it a long-term success was the fact that it was affordable and continually received updates from Google. Manufactured by Asus, the Nexus 7 was even treated to Android Lollipop, the latest version of the operating system, although not with bug-free results. The discontinuation shouldn't come as a big surprise, however, as Google pulled a similar move back in March with the Nexus 5 smartphone, not to mention the Nexus 9 tablet's release last fall."
http://tech.slashdot.org/story/15/04...nexus-7-tablet
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April 27th, 2015, 22:55 Posted By: wraggster
Amid the unveiling of the Apple Watch, Tim Cook's wrist distracted from another new product last month: ResearchKit, an open source iOS platform designed to help researchers design apps for medical studies—and reach millions of potential research subjects through their iPhones. Alongside the company's new frontiers, like the car and the home, Cook told Jim Cramer last month that health "may be the biggest one of all." As Fast Company reports, Cook says Apple's devices could could help pinpoint diseases within decades—and position the company at the center of a "significantly underestimated" mobile-health industry.
http://apple.slashdot.org/story/15/0...r-is-your-body
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April 27th, 2015, 23:00 Posted By: wraggster
The Apple Watch's release date has arrived: retailers around the world have quietly begun putting them on their shelves, and customers are beginning to receive their shipments. Reviews have been out for a while, including thoughtful ones from John Gruber and Nilay Patel. Apple has published a full user guide for the software, and iFixit has put up a full teardown to take a look at the hardware. They give it a repairability score of 5 out of 10, saying that the screen and battery are easily replaced, but not much else is. Though Apple designated the watch "water-resistant" rather than "waterproof", early tests show it's able to withstand a shower and a swim in the pool without failing. Ars has an article about the difficulty of making games for the Apple Watch, and Wired has a piece detailing its creation.
http://apple.slashdot.org/story/15/0...watch-launches
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April 28th, 2015, 17:33 Posted By: wraggster
If Frank Herbert was around today, the tagline of Dune would probably be "those that control their own operating system, controls the universe." It's an idea that China's tech firms have taken to heart, crafting their own platforms in the hope of toppling Android as the go-to software in charge of everyone's hardware. Tencent is the latest to throw its hat into the ring with a new OS that's, unsurprisingly, able to be used on phones, games consoles, VR devices and smartwatches.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/28/tencent-os/
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April 28th, 2015, 17:37 Posted By: wraggster
Back in January this year, Apple recorded a blockbuster of a quarter thanks to holiday sales of its new, larger-screened handsets. It sold a whopping 74.5 million iPhones in the last three months of 2014, chalking up $74.6 billion in revenue in the process. While today's second quarter results don't quite match that number, Cook & co. still managed to rake in a respectable amount of cash: According to the report, Apple made around $58 billion and sold close to 61 million iPhones in the first three months of 2015 alone. That makes this the most successful March quarter in the company's history. This is in large part due to Apple's rising popularity in China, having brought in $16.8 billion in revenue from the country in the past three months. Indeed, China is now Apple's second-biggest market (Americas is still the first), with Europe falling to third place.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/27/apple-q2-2015/
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April 28th, 2015, 23:31 Posted By: wraggster
via http://emu-russia.net/en/
ColecoVision emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- Added floating action button that starts the last played game.
- Added "Show Action Button" option to the Settings.
- Removed waveform interpolation for more realistic sound.
- Fixed crash when detecting an outdated version.
- Optimized controls for gamepads (Nvidia Shield, etc.)
- FIRE-R, FIRE-Y, and SELECT buttons open File Selector main menu.
- FIRE-X button opens File Selector navigation menu.
- FIRE-L button opens Gallery from the File Selector.
- FIRE-B button now exits File Selector.
News source: https://play.google.com
News source: https://play.google.com
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April 28th, 2015, 23:32 Posted By: wraggster
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Nintendo GameBoy/GameBoy Color emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- Added floating action button that starts the last played game.
- Added "Show Action Button" option to the Settings.
- Optimized controls for Nvidia SHIELD Portable and similar devices.
- FIRE-R, FIRE-Y, and SELECT buttons open File Selector main menu.
- FIRE-X button opens File Selector navigation menu.
- FIRE-L button opens Gallery from the File Selector.
- FIRE-B button now exits File Selector.
News source: https://play.google.com
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April 28th, 2015, 23:34 Posted By: wraggster
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Sony Playstation emulator for Android has been updated. Изменения:
- Boosted OpenGL high definition plugin;
- new option to add Manually scan storage path, from MISC and PATH menu;
- Fixed Blackscreen when autosave set;
- Fixed OMAP and SGX540 opengl bug;
- Fixed German language crash;
- Other minor fixes.
News source: https://play.google.com
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April 28th, 2015, 23:35 Posted By: wraggster
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Sega Master System/Game Gear emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- Added floating action button that starts the last played game.
- Added "Show Action Button" option to the Settings.
- Optimized controls for Nvidia SHIELD Portable and similar devices.
- FIRE-R, FIRE-Y, and SELECT buttons open File Selector main menu.
- FIRE-X button opens File Selector navigation menu.
- FIRE-L button opens Gallery from the File Selector.
- FIRE-B button now exits File Selector.
- Fixed crash when detecting an outdated version.
News source: https://play.google.com
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April 28th, 2015, 23:40 Posted By: wraggster
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NES emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- Added floating action button that starts the last played game.
- Added "Show Action Button" option to the Settings.
- Fixed crash when detecting an outdated version.
- Optimized controls for Nvidia SHIELD Portable and similar devices.
- FIRE-R, FIRE-Y, and SELECT buttons open File Selector main menu.
- FIRE-X button opens File Selector navigation menu.
- FIRE-L button opens Gallery from the File Selector.
- FIRE-B button now exits File Selector.
- Improved "What's New" page formatting.
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April 28th, 2015, 23:44 Posted By: wraggster
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Super Nintendo emulator for Android has been updated. Changes:
- New integrated digital store for delivering SNES games!
- Two brand new 16-bit games!
- Hind Strike, and action packed Helicopter shooter!
- Thor's Quest, a 16-bit platformer in classic 8-bit style!
- Fixed a bug with cloud storage on Google Drive.
News source: https://play.google.com
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April 28th, 2015, 23:58 Posted By: wraggster
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After getting an AndroidTV device (ADT-1), I have been improving VGBAnext for AndroidTV and other gamepad-only Android devices. The newest VGBAnext 1.3.1 adds many optimizations that will make your big-screen gameplay not only usable, but actually enjoyable.
First of all, I have added the overscan padding, required to make application fit your TV screen. I have also changed the application banner so that it looks sharper and more similar to built-in app banners.
On the gamepad front, you should now be able to exit emulation with the BACK key and open the menu with the MODE key. If your gamepad has no MODE or MENU keys, just press A+BACK for the menu. Furthermore, if your gamepad has no SELECT or START keys, X and Y will do their job now.
The key mapping dialog ("Settings | Input | Assign Keys") has also been changed. Pressing the same key twice unmaps it, pressing it three times confirms the dialog. You can still cancel the dialog with the BACK key at any time.
As this release contains some major UI changes, I would especially like to know of any problems you are having with it. Please, either email me or post to the EMUL8 discussion forum.
•Optimized app for AndroidTV, tested on the ADT-1 box.
•Added overscan border on AndroidTV devices.
•Added hints to the emulator and key mapping dialog.
•Fixed crashes on devices with no web browser (e.g. ADT-1).
•Replaced AndroidTV banner image.
•Enabled gamepad-only emulation interface.
•Press BACK on gamepad to exit emulation.
•Press MODE or BUTTON_A+BACK to open menu.
•Press BUTTON_X if you have no SELECT button.
•Press BUTTON_Y if you have no START button.
•Xperia CIRCLE button now acts as BUTTON_B.
•Redesigned key mapping dialog.
•Press same key twice to remove it from assignments.
•Press same key three times to confirm key mappings.
•DPAD_CENTER key no longer confirms key mappings.
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April 29th, 2015, 20:57 Posted By: wraggster
Despite Apple's notorious love for secrecy, it famously lost a prototype device in the past (maybe even two), when one of its employees left it in a bar. Now, the company might have lost another: a 20-year-old man reported that a couple robbed his Cupertino home and took an iPad "test model" with them, along with $7,500, prescription drugs and more electronics. It's unclear at this point what exactly "test model" means, and if it's a prototype for an upcoming version or one for an earlier iteration. Either way, it hasn't been returned yet, even though the couple is already in custody.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/29/t...model-robbery/
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April 29th, 2015, 20:58 Posted By: wraggster
Microsoft just demoed its 2-in-1 Continuum feature on a Windows 10 phone giving the mobile device the ability to become a really tiny desktop computer. Continuum adjusts the UI of Windows 10 on a device from desktop to tablet mode based on what's plugged into it. If you plug a keyboard and mouse into a tablet or phone, it goes into desktop mode. When those are unplugged, a pop-up asks if you want to enter tablet mode with touch input. Desktop mode includes the Start Menu and Taskbar you usually associate with a full size computer. For anyone that travels that would like to pare down the devices they pack, this is great. Corporate Vice President of the Operating Systems Group, Joe Belfiore did note that phones would need a hardware upgrade to fully implement the feature.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/29/c...dows-10-phone/
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April 29th, 2015, 21:06 Posted By: wraggster
The Apple Watch is handy for a lot of things, and now you can use the wearable when you tune your axe. Thanks to the folks at IK Multimedia, when you employ the company's UltraTuner app for iOS, note info is beamed to your wrist while tuning that stringed instrument. The software's Stage mode offers a full-screen interface for maximum visibility, and when this setting is selected, a smaller version of the chromatic tuner is displayed on the wearable. IK Multimedia claims that UltraTuner is ten times more accurate than mechanical strobe options -- down to +/- 1/100th of a cent. As you might expect, those figures make it the most accurate tuner available for iOS. If you've already splurged for the $5 app, you'll need to update to the most recent version to pair it with the Apple Watch.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/28/a...e-your-guitar/
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April 29th, 2015, 21:27 Posted By: wraggster
Indie developer Jeff Vogel will no longer make games for iOS, criticising Apple for its apathy with regards to the problems the firm causes for developers.
Vogel recently released a brand new role-playing game Avernum 2 for iOS but pulled it just a few days later, now claiming he will no longer develop for the platform.
“Programming for Apple devices has, for the 20 years I’ve been doing it, been a continuous hassle,” he toldVentureBeat. “Apple constantly makes the old code obsolete, forcing programmers to relearn and revise everything constantly. Sometimes, these changes lead to better devices and software. Other times, it’s just obnoxiousness with no gain for developers or users.
“Apple doesn’t care. I suspect that Apple would be ecstatic if 90 per cent of game developers disappear overnight.”
http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/dev-q...t-care/0148736
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April 29th, 2015, 21:28 Posted By: wraggster
The company behind micro-console Ouya is up for sale, according to a report citing a confidential email from CEO Julie Uhrman.
Fortune sources claim to have obtained an internal company email where Uhrman states that investment bank Mesa Global has been brought on to manage the sale, with the firm's current focus to “recover as much investor capital as possible.”
Ouya has yet to comment on the report at time of publication.
The Android powered micro-console launched at retail in June 2013, following a massively successful Kickstarter campaign that raised more than $8.5m as well as a venture capital funding round that brought in an additional $15m.
Last year, Ouya announced plans to bring its digital platform of games to hardware outside of its own. The company later backed up that statement, partnering with Xiaomi to add Ouya features to the Chinese firm's set-top boxes as well as receiving a $10m investment from Alibaba to bring the gaming platform to its set-top hardware.
http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/ouya-...report/0148702
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April 30th, 2015, 10:45 Posted By: wraggster
Hangouts may be Android's star messaging app at the moment, but Google is still willing to show its original Messenger client a little TLC. The company has updated its basic Android texting app with support for quick replies from notifications. While the feature isn't quite as slick as what you get in iOS' Messages (where the notification itself has a reply box), it'll save you from constantly switching apps when you're juggling a rapid-fire conversation alongside your usual phone tasks. Grab the upgrade today if you want some of Google's latest bells and whistles without having to use Hangouts as your SMS software of choice.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/29/g...notifications/
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April 30th, 2015, 10:46 Posted By: wraggster
Wondering why your Apple Watch won't ship for weeks, even though you ordered as soon as humanly possible? The Wall Street Journal might know why. Its sources claimthat some Taptic Engines (the haptic feedback unit that vibrates your wrist) broke down in early testing, prompting Cupertino to switch suppliers and create a massive-but-necessary logistical headache. From all indications, Apple is pushing many orders to June simply because it expects to get up to speed by then. That won't be much consolation if you're staring at a bare arm for the next month or more, but you'll at least know why you're missing out.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/29/a...lay-explained/
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April 30th, 2015, 22:24 Posted By: wraggster
 The partnership between tech giants Apple and IBM, which began last year, isn't just about working together on enterprise products. In Japan, the two companies justannounced an initiative that will deliver up to 5 million iPads to Japanese senior citizens, at no cost. Apple, IBM and the Japan Post Group, a local corporation that's also involved with the project, say the goal is to "improve the quality of life" for millions of elderly people in the Land of the Rising Sun. How so? Well, the iPads are said to feature custom-built apps by IBM, all designed with senior citizens in mind -- some can be used to set reminders and alerts about medications, or to request help with things like grocery shopping.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/30/a...nership-japan/
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