Mozilla releases Firefox v57 ‘Quantum’ with faster core engine, new design and more

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Mozilla has released a new Firefox v57 ‘Quantum’ browser after six months of release of the previous version. The new release brings tons of new additions that include a refreshed new design, overhauled core engine, a new technology to improve the speed from the previous version.  Continue reading “Mozilla releases Firefox v57 ‘Quantum’ with faster core engine, new design and more”

Google Home App updated with refreshed new look, recommended content, better search and more

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Google has rolled an update to the Home App that brings a refreshed new look, better recommendations, meaning it is now easy to find movies, shows, music with better search and with more control over the Home device.For those on Android, can now cast movie trailers on to the connected TV while still browsing content on your phone. With advanced sound settings, you can control bass and treble on your Google Assistant supported speakers.

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Apple said to be working on rear-facing 3D sensor for 2019 iPhone

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Apple is said to be working on a rear-facing 3D sensor for 2019 iPhone which could be another milestone in leading the AR space on the mobile platform according to sources of Bloomberg. The company is said to be working on different technologies from the current TrueDepth camera which is used on the iPhone XContinue reading “Apple said to be working on rear-facing 3D sensor for 2019 iPhone”

iOS 11.2 to bring support for 7.5W wireless charging on iPhone 8, 8 Plus and iPhone X

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Starting with iOS 11.2, iPhone 8, 8 Plus and iPhone X to support 7.5W fast charging support at 7.5 watts using compatible Qi-based wireless charging accessories. With the current iOS 11.1.1, all the three device charge at a speed of 5W using Qi wireless chargers.  Continue reading “iOS 11.2 to bring support for 7.5W wireless charging on iPhone 8, 8 Plus and iPhone X”

HTC Vive Focus standalone VR headset and Vive Wave Open Platform announced

HTC Vive Focus

HTC today at the Vive Developers Conference (VDC) in Beijing has announced Vive Focus Standalone VR headset after teasing it for some time now. The company has also introduced VIVE WAVE VR Open Platform which will be open for easy mobile VR content development and device optimization for third-party partners.

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Facebook merges Messenger day with Stories for synced cross-posting

Facebook Stories

Facebook has killed off Messenger day feature and replaced it with Face Stories feature that will be synced. Meaning, Any photos or videos you add to your Stories will appear on both Facebook and Messenger and will be shared with common users on both the platforms.

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Android 8.0 Oreo adoption rate climbs to 0.3%, Nougat hits 20.6%

Android Adoption

The latest Android distribution numbers for November are in, and they show that Android 8.0 Oreo is now on 0.3% devices, while Nougat retains to close to 17.6% devices. Though features wise Google is doing a great job, it is the adoption that is moving slow.

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Google Assistant can now broadcast messages through your Google Home speakers

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Last month Google announced that it will roll out broadcast messages capabilities to Google Assistant, it is finally rolling out the feature today. With the latest update that is rolling out, Google will let you use your home device to broadcast messages throughout your home.

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Apple to launch 6.5-inch iPhone X Plus, a lower-priced 6.1-inch iPhone with LCD display in 2018: KGI

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The iPhone X finally went for sale this month, and we are already hearing reports of the iPhone models that might launch in 2018, thanks to KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. According to him, Apple will be launching a 5.8-inch and 6.5-inch models with OLED displays and a lower-priced 6.1-inch model with an LCD display in 2018.

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Ultimate Ears launches UE MEGABOOM water-resistant wireless speaker in India for Rs. 19995

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Ultimate Ears, a brand of Logitech today has launched the MEGABOOM portable wireless speaker in India. It comes with 360-degree sound with deep; it also has a waterproof design and a companion Android and iOS app to unlock more controls like musical alarm, fully customizable sound and remote On/Off.

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Security firm claims to have bypassed iPhone X Face ID with 3D face mask model

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The Apple iPhone X features a unique feature that the company has raved about at the time of the launch. We are talking about the face ID feature which according to Apple is the strongest security feature and even said that Hollywood-quality masks couldn’t fool it. While the company’s claims may be valid on some grounds, a security firm; Bkav claims that they have bypassed the iPhone X face ID.

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Swiftkey for Android and iOS updated with Photo Theme feature to add personalized images to keyboard

Swift Key

Swiftkey has released Photo Theme feature for its Android and iOS app which lets you add personalized images to the keyboard to change the look and feel of the keyboard application immediately. You can also add the images and themes that Swiftkey includes by default as well.  Continue reading “Swiftkey for Android and iOS updated with Photo Theme feature to add personalized images to keyboard”

Instagram testing new feature to allow users follow hashtags

Instagram Follow Hashtag

Instagram with a small section of the audience is testing a feature that will allow you to search for hashtags and follow this hashtag in particular. Once you follow the hashtag, it will show latest and top posts of that particular hashtag on your news feed. Continue reading “Instagram testing new feature to allow users follow hashtags”

Google acknowledges Pixel 2 XL touchscreen unresponsiveness near the edges, will fix with software update

Google Pixel 2 XL

Few users of the Pixel 2 XL on the Google Pixel community have reported that the touchscreen is being unresponsive near the edges of the screen. The original poster has noticed the lack of responsiveness of the touchscreen along with the curved edges of the Pixel 2 XL screen and has kick-started a discussion with a post and a display test video.

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iPhone X users reporting crackling sounds from earpiece speaker and green line on display

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Last week we heard reports about the iPhone X screen becoming unresponsive outdoors in cold temperatures. Today more users on Twitter, Reddit, Apple’s support page started reporting about weird cracking sounds and green line issue on display.

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