Apple has had a rocky start to the new year after it confirmed that all Mac and iOS devices were affected by Spectre and Meltdown flaws at the start of the month. While it managed release a fix that had issues of its own, there was no question that a …
Read More »The Galaxy S9 is expected to begin shipping in mid-March after MWC reveal next month
It has been quite the week for Samsung news. Last week during CES, Samsung confirmed that it plans to return to MWC this year, using the event as a platform to launch the Galaxy S9. This week, some key specs and features leaked out and today, we have news on …
Read More »Android malware potentially exposes adult content to millions of children
Android’s open-source platform often makes it a target of malware, some more unpleasant than others. The newly discovered ‘AdultSwine’, however, might be among the top, as it has potentially exposed ‘millions’ of children to pornographic material. AdultSwine infiltrated as many as 60 applications on Google’s Play Store, in which researchers …
Read More »It looks like Apple’s Spectre fix has had a big impact on iPhone 6 performance
It looks like iPhone 6 owners may begin experiencing dramatically slower speeds soon, as Apple's iOS Spectre fix seems to have throttled performance by as much as 41 percent.
Read More »Newly leaked image shows confirmed specs for Samsung Galaxy S9
Late last week, Samsung revealed that its 2018 flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S9, would be launching at the Mobile World Congress event next month. Now this week, a full shot of the phone's packaging has been released, giving us a look at the spec/feature list. The Galaxy S9 will be …
Read More »CES: MSI revamps its laptop line with new GE63 Raider notebook and TITAN Pro
At CES this year, we had the chance to swing by the MSI booth where two laptop launches took place. For starters, MSI is bringing out a new version of the GE63 Raider notebook with RGB lighting and secondly, the TITAN Pro GT75VR is being revamped with a Killer Wireless-AC …
Read More »Head of Samsung confirms Galaxy S9 will launch in February
Samsung took to this year’s CES to reveal the world’s first consumer 146-inch MicroLED modular television, called The Wall, but as expected, played coy regarding its anticipated Galaxy S9 smartphone. Now, it seems that the device is set to launch in February during a trade show event. The reveal comes …
Read More »CES: Asus gives us a sneak peek at the Zenphone Max Plus ahead of February launch
Today at CES, we had the chance to get a sneak peek at Asus's next smartphone launch- the Zenphone Max Plus, featuring a new design focusing on slimmer bezels, bigger battery life and decent performance wrapped up with a $229 price tag. Under the hood, the Zenphone Max Plus is …
Read More »CES: Asus previews new Vivo, ZenBook and X-series PCs
We've already had some exciting announcements from Asus's ROG branch over the course of CES, but there is also a slew of new PCs on the way for the mainstream market too. Today at CES, we had the chance to take a look at the new X-series, Vivo and Zenbook …
Read More »CES: ASUS announce ROG Strix SKT T1 Hero Edition laptop endorsed by League of Legends pro
While ASUS has taken CES by storm with its new displays alongside it entry into the Windows Mixed Reality platform, that’s not all the company has in store. Its Republic of Gamers line in particular is getting some new additions, a standout of which is the ROG Strix SKT T1 …
Read More »CES: ASUS unveil portable OLED ProArt Pq22UC monitor, built for professionals
Weighing in on the trend of mobile computing, ASUS has unveiled its new ProArt PQ22UC monitor, an Ultra HD monitor for professionals on-the-go. Along with 4K resolution, the new ProArt display boasts an OLED panel and HDR compatibility on a 21.6” screen. Mobile gaming and workstations seem like tantalising ideas. …
Read More »CES: Razer’s Project Linda is an impressive laptop/smartphone hybrid
Every year, Razer brings something unique and interesting to CES and 2018 is no different. This time around, the company announced ‘Project Linda', a new smartphone/laptop hybrid concept that extends the Razer Phone into a laptop. Razer hopes that Project Linda will be a new era for mobile computing, blending …
Read More »Apple shareholders call for the iPhone maker to address smartphone addiction in youngsters
Considering the last week of 2017 ushered in discussions of “gaming disorder” to become a recognised mental health condition by the World Health Organization, it’s no surprise that addiction in the digital world is a prevalent topic. Now, after the classification has been made official, Apple shareholders are calling for …
Read More »Acer Predator Triton 700 Gaming Laptop Review (Max-Q GTX 1080)
A fabulous laptop ruined by the trackpad position (above the keyboard!) and the battery life.
Read More »Asus ROG GL702ZC Laptop Review (8 core Ryzen 7 / RX580)
This laptop is a processing powerhouse - thanks to the 8 Core Ryzen 7 processor ASUS have incorporated.
Read More »LG said to be supplying OLED displays for Apple’s 6.5-inch 2018 iPhone
Over the last few weeks, rumors have begun circulating about Apple's 2018 iPhone plans. This year, we saw a shakeup to the iPhone lineup with the introduction of the iPhone 8, 8 Plus and iPhone X- the first iPhone to sport an OLED display. Next year, Apple will apparently be …
Read More »Samsung has acknowledged the Galaxy Note 8’s limited battery issue
Just last week it emerged that Samsung's Galaxy Note 8 customers are experiencing some battery issues. Some owners of the phone had begun finding themselves unable to charge the device up if battery levels dipped to 0 percent. Now, Samsung has responded and is looking into the issue. Speaking with …
Read More »Apple offers $29 battery replacement as apology for intentionally slowing iPhones down
Last week, Apple admitted that it was intentionally slowing the performance of aging iPhones in an attempt to preserve battery life. In turn, users were outraged, investigations followed and class action lawsuits cropped up aplenty, causing the company to issue an apology. Throughout 2018, starting in January and ending in …
Read More »Samsung Galaxy Note 8 users can’t charge their devices
While the Samsung Galaxy S9 is rumoured to improve the battery life of the flagship series, the current Galaxy S8 Plus and Note 8 are reportedly experiencing problems. Users have apparently been experiencing the inability to charge the device after the battery has fully drained out. The reports surfaced on …
Read More »iMac Pro base model teardown reveals a surprising number of user upgrade opportunities
Earlier this month, Apple launched the iMac Pro, its first professional grade desktop system in several years. This time around, Apple decided to refocus on making its Pro machines upgrade friendly, something that was sorely lacking from the 2013 Mac Pro. The first iMac Pro teardown has now arrived, giving …
Read More »Apple and suppliers see shares drop following reports of weak iPhone X demand
Shares in Apple and a few of its suppliers fell this week, after new reports indicated that iPhone X demand may not be as high as expected. Originally, Apple was reportedly forecasting 50 million sales in the first quarter, but it looks like that may have been a bit too …
Read More »Possible release date for Samsung’s Galaxy S9, alongside new images
While the Samsung Galaxy S9 was tipped for a March reveal during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) event, it was unknown whether it would launch shortly after or wait until later in the year for suitable competition. It seems that an earlier release date has now been suggested, as case …
Read More »Google’s Pixel 2 XL is still experiencing crackling audio issues
Despite Google’s Pixel 2 line of smartphones experiencing a plethora of troubles since they released starting October, both the Pixel 2 and its big brother, the Pixel 2 XL have maintained a certain amount of popularity. It seems that the troubles are far from over, however, as Pixel 2 XL …
Read More »Intentionally reducing iPhone performance has earned Apple a few class action lawsuits
Despite an arguably justifiable reason as to why, customers aren’t pleased that Apple has been hiding the fact it intentionally slows down aging iPhones. Multiple class action lawsuits have come out attacking the firm, claiming compensation against the underhanded tactic. The first lawsuit cropped up in California, requesting Apple to …
Read More »Is slowing the performance of iPhones Apple’s only solution to battery degradation?
Yesterday, Apple confirmed the accusations that it was intentionally slowing down the performance of its iPhones in order to combat the repercussions of battery degradation. This does mostly fix the problems of spontaneous shutdowns, but was it really Apple’s only solution? Speaking with The Verge, battery experts Marca Doeff of …
Read More »Honor 7X Review – The £269 Smartphone
Want a bezel-less phone but can't afford the latest flagships? The Honor 7X could be for you
Read More »Sid Meier’s Civilization VI appears on iPad’s App Store
Firaxis is set to release its first expansion for Civilization VI early next year, with Rise & Fall offering a bunch of new features that will give players a fresh experience. Before that, though, Civ VI has made its way to iPad via the App Store for just $30 until …
Read More »The Razer Phone has just got its first big camera software upgrade
Back when we reviewed the Razer Phone, we came to the conclusion that it was an excellent piece of hardware but we felt a bit let down by the camera software. At the time, Razer promised to improve the experience with future updates and today, they are starting to make …
Read More »Apple confirms that it intentionally dampens iPhone performance via updates
It seems that Geekbench’s accusation that Apple purposefully slows down iPhone performance wasn’t all that wrong, as the company has now responded. Admitting that his is, in fact, the case, Apple went on to confirm that the reasoning is to ensure device performance after battery degradation. “Our goal is to …
Read More »Apple now forces loot boxes to disclose drop rates before sale on iOS
With every advancement in technology, the law has always lagged behind. This is most recently evident in the controversy of loot boxes and how to regulate them, but things might be beginning to change. Apple has updated its iOS developer guidelines, now requiring games with loot boxes to disclose their …
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