Shortly after Samsung announced the delay of its Galaxy Fold handset in light of display issues, teardown experts at iFixit explained that the problems might be a result of the design itself. Samsung is understandably unhappy with its faults being put on public display while it’s trying to fix the …
Read More »Nintendo readies Mario Kart Tour for closed beta tests on Android devices
Originally meant to launch in February, Nintendo delayed Mario Kart Tour to better improve quality and content. The company is now gearing up to test the game, as Android owners in North America and Japan receive a closed beta trial starting May 22nd. Nintendo is currently accepting applications from now …
Read More »Apple now offers next-day MacBook keyboard replacements in-store
In an attempt to apologise for the embarrassment caused by its faulty butterfly keyboard designs, Apple introduced a free replacement program for nine affected models. An internal memo shows that the company is still trying to make amends, as Apple significantly cuts down turnaround time by handling replacements in-store. Apple …
Read More »Samsung might struggle to fix the issues with its delayed Galaxy Fold
Samsung might have some trouble fixing issues with the Galaxy Fold, as boffins determine it could be a problem with the design itself.
Read More »The UK grants Huawei permission to sell 5G infrastructure, with limitations
After a long debate over potential security concerns, the National Security Council has granted Huawei permission to sell its 5G equipment to mobile network operators in the UK. This doesn’t mean that fears have completely been put to rest however, as law dictates that the technology not be installed in …
Read More »MSI arms its latest laptops with 9th Gen Intel Core i9 and the latest Nvidia graphics
MSI has updated its range of laptops to include Intel’s latest 9th generation Core mobile i9 processors and a selection of Nvidia’s RTX 20 series and GTX 16 series graphics cards. The company promises a noticeable performance increase of up to 45% in its P series of creator laptops and …
Read More »Intel rolls out 9th Generation Core i9, Core i7 and Core i5 CPUs for laptops
Following on from CES earlier this year, we saw many new gaming laptops launch with new RTX graphics but the downside at the time was that they were packing Intel 8th Gen CPUs, with 9th Gen just around the corner. Now just a few short months later, Intel has updated …
Read More »NVIDIA launches GTX 1660Ti and GTX 1650 for laptops
Nvidia expands its laptop graphics offerings with the GTX 1660Ti and GTX 1650
Read More »ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502 overview: £1249 thin & light laptop
We go hands-on with a new Zephyrus laptop from ASUS ROG - that only costs £1249
Read More »ASUS ROG expands its Zephyrus laptop family with three new models
ASUS ROG's global press conference was a busy event, with multiple launches taking places. Alongside three new Strix laptops, ROG also expanded its premium thin-and-light Zephyrus range with three new models. To keep things clear and easy to understand, ASUS ROG has segmented its three new Zephyrus models into a clear …
Read More »ASUS ROG announces trio of new Strix gaming laptops
As part of its global press conference held last week, ASUS ROG announced a slew of new gaming laptops. Among these were three new entries to the Strix laptop family, each aimed at a slightly different market segment. With prices varying from £1400 all the way up to £2800, there's …
Read More »After many years, BBM is shutting down for good
Since it acquired the license in 2016, Indonesian company Emtek has struggled to keep BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) relevant against a myriad of competition. The developer is now cutting its losses, permanently shutting the door on its commercial service next month. Emtek was dealt a poor hand when licensing BBM, as …
Read More »Samsung Galaxy Fold delayed following reports of screen failure
The Galaxy Fold has been delayed as early units suffer from screen failure
Read More »OnePlus CEO hypes up OnePlus 7 display, aims to ‘redefine’ fast and smooth
OnePlus will be releasing its next flagship smartphone very soon. As usual, we have had a bunch of leaks to verify certain things prior to the official announcement but now, OnePlus CEO, Pete Lau, is also speaking openly about plans for the OnePlus 7 and also the OnePlus 7 Pro, …
Read More »The CIA has reportedly informed Five Eyes nations that Huawei is funded by the Chinese government
Huawei has long been accused of espionage by the United States, with claims that the smartphone company is under the thumb of the Chinese government. Now, reports are emerging that the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has shared critical information with its allies pertaining to where the firm’s funding comes from. …
Read More »Samsung postpones launch events for the Galaxy Fold in China
Last week, tech reviewers shed light on a range of issues with Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Fold handset, each pertaining to its unique, flexible screen. Reports are suggesting that the company has made some last minute changes, delaying the smartphone’s launch in several Chinese cities. When reports of Galaxy Fold failures …
Read More »Google’s next Android update is aimed at settling the EU’s anti-competitive accusations
After the European Commission hit Google with a record $5 billion fine, branding Android as anti-competitive, the company said that it would do more to ensure that users know about the alternative browsers and search engines available. Outlining the range of changes set to hit new and existing Android devices, …
Read More »The OnePlus 7 Pro could sport a 90Hz Super AMOLED display
Leaks surrounding the OnePlus 7 series have ramped up over the past week, painting a vivid picture of the upcoming ‘flagship killers’. It doesn’t seem as though the rumour mill is slowing down however, as even more information has come to light surrounding the Pro model. While it is believed …
Read More »TSMC will reportedly use 7nm ‘Pro’ chip in this year’s iPhones and 6nm in 2020
Apple’s upcoming range of iPhones are said to house the tentatively titled A13 processor, which will reportedly use an updated version of TSMC’s 7 nanometre process dubbed N7 Pro. Following this, TSMC has also been working on a 6nm fabrication that should be ready in time for Apple’s 2020 line-up. …
Read More »Intel drops out of 5G mobile modem market, will focus on other areas instead
Earlier today, Apple and Qualcomm announced that they would be dropping all lawsuits against each other. The settlement comes with a new six-year licensing agreement between the two companies. Shortly after this announcement, Intel curiously announced that it would be dropping development on 5G mobile modems. Intel has never quite …
Read More »Apple and Qualcomm surprisingly drop all lawsuits and strike a new licensing agreement
The Qualcomm-Apple legal battle has been incredibly interesting to follow over the last couple of years but it looks like both sides are finally ready to lay their swords down.
Read More »OnePlus 7 leaks flood in ahead of reported May 14 launch
An abundance of leaks is almost customary at this point, as OnePlus reportedly gears up for the release of its next flagship smartphone next month. Rumours are suggesting that there will be three devices in the OnePlus 7 line-up, a first for the company that casts doubt on the iterative …
Read More »Microsoft lobbies against the proposal of a ‘Right to Repair’ bill in the US
For years, Apple has discouraged self-repair on its devices in favour of AppleCare, a closed warranty system that ensures upkeep should anything bad happen – for a price. While Microsoft has always been seen on the other side of the fence, it seems as though the company isn’t so different …
Read More »Google will deliver Android updates via the Play Store, starting with Pixel smartphones
Like its iOS rival, updates to the Android operating system have been carried out through the Settings application since its commercial release in 2008. It seems as though this is set to change with the introduction of Android Q later this year, as a new Play Store APK shows system …
Read More »Reports suggest that Samsung’s smartphone trade-in system is borked
Like many of its competitors, Samsung offers its own trade-in scheme as incentive to upgrade to its latest and greatest smartphones. Unfortunately, something somewhere seems to have gone terribly wrong, as a rise in complaints suggest that users are being wrongfully rejected for their eligible devices. Samsung has often been …
Read More »Nexus 6P owners will finally receive compensation from Google and Huawei
Although the Nexus 6P was undoubtedly a success in terms of sales, owners of the smartphone ran into trouble when an update sent the device into a never-ending “bootloop”. It’s taken brand-owner Google and manufacturer Huawei two years to come up with an agreement after pointing the finger in the …
Read More »Acer unveils new ConceptD range, spanning across mixed reality headsets, desktops, laptops and monitors
Last night, Acer rounded up journalists in New York City to show off a huge range of upcoming launches for 2019. We've already covered most of the gaming oriented stuff, with coverage for new Predator systems and monitors, as well as Nitro and Helios laptops. Now, we are turning our …
Read More »Acer refreshes Nitro 7 and Nitro 5 gaming laptops
So far today, we've seen plenty of announcements for the revamped, 2019 range of Acer Predator products, including a new monitor, a new desktop and two new Helios series laptops. Now, our attention is turning to the Acer Nitro series, which strikes a decent balance between price and performance. Today …
Read More »Acer Helios 700 and Helios 300 laptops unveiled with Intel 9th Gen and RTX graphics
Aside from new desktops and high refresh rate monitors, Acer's event today also featured plenty of new laptops. Today, we were able to get a look at the new Predator Helios 700 and the Helios 300, tackling the high-end and mid-range gaming laptop markets. The Acer Predator Helios 700 is …
Read More »RED Hydrogen One Titanium now available, early pre-orderers will get it for free
Last year, there was a lot of excitement surrounding the RED Hydrogen One. The initial pitch included a ‘holographic' display and even a Titanium body. Over time, various delays set the device back and while an aluminium version did release last year, the Titanium edition was pushed back to Q1 …
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