Samsung recently demoed an impressive 5.5-inch 4K UHD display and that AMOLED screen could make its way to next year’s Galaxy S8, according to a new report says. At that size most users won’t be able to tell the difference between a 4K and a 2K display, but such a high-resolution screen might have a different purpose: virtual reality.
Google has made the ‘Google play distribution data’ available for public viewing. The report saw the revealing share of various Android versions running on active devices. The data was collected during the seven-day period ending June 6, and it shows that Android 6.0 Marshmallow now runs on 10.1 percent of active devices, a 2.6 percent increase over the May figure of 7.5 percent.
Yu Televentures' quest to redefine the flagship smartphone continues with its latest offering, the Yu Yunicorn. Its previous attempt, the Yutopia (Review), was an ambitious smartphone which looked tempting on paper, but didn't quite fulfil our expectations when we tested it.
Ubisoft has been keeping a tight lid on anything surrounding Watch Dogs 2. We've known for a while that the game was coming and that it was scheduled to release sometime before the end of spring in 2017, but we just didn't know when. Well, at E3 we're going to see the official reveal of the game.
Microsoft Band 2 pairs up just fine with Android phones. But if you want to be able to issue voice commands through the wearable, check out the latest update for Microsoft Health. The app's newest version comes with Cortana integration for Android users -- something that only used to be available for people whose Bands are connected to a Windows Phone device.
U.S. Navy researchers have developed a high-tech, in-helmet display that will assist underwater personnel by using augmented reality.The device not only shows design inspiration from the world of sci-fi but is said to increase the safety and efficiency of divers in the line of duty.Those who took diving as a hobby already know that the experience is fun, but it comes with a degree of clumsiness and isolation. Standard masks narrow down the field of view, while the neoprene gloves hinder precision.Professional divers could use any help they can get to make their work easier and more streamlined.
Using a new satellite-based method, NASA scientists have located 39 unreported and major human-made sources of toxic sulphur dioxide emissions. The unreported emission sources, found in the analysis of satellite data from 2005 to 2014, are clusters of coal-burning power plants, smelters, oil and gas operations found notably in the Middle East, but also in Mexico and parts of Russia.In addition, reported emissions from known sources in these regions were — in some cases — two to three times lower than satellite-based estimates.
Microsoft has made several announcements at Computex in Taipei. The company showcased a Windows 10 2-in-1 made by an undisclosed OEM and Porsche Design. Furthermore, Microsoft also opened up its mixed reality Windows Holographic platform, and Windows Hello framework to third parties.Microsoft VP Nick Parker showed off a new 13.3-inch Windows 10 convertible created by Porsche Design, and another OEM that it chose to keep in the dark. It comes with Windows Hello 2.0 (facial recognition), voice assistant Cortana, and the new Inking features scheduled to come with the Windows 10 Anniversary Update in July. It will be powered by an Intel processor, and will be made available in winter.
Frontier Developments has released a patch to address an issue with Elite Dangerous: Horizons’ newly-OP NPC ships, following a tweak to the game’s artificial intelligence in its latest expansion, and that’s just the start of this weekend’s big Elite Dangerous: Horizons news.Elite Dangerous: Horizons is now available for Xbox One.
Samsung and Xiaomi recently released their latest activity-tracking wristbands, and they both provide users with helpful features, diverse sensors and powerful specs.We pitted Xiaomi's Mi Band 2 against Samsung's Gear Fit 2 so you make an informed decision when you decide to upgrade your current digital sports band.
A Xiaomi smartwatch has been on the cards for well over a year, but it’s soon to become a reality. We round up the Xiaomi Mi Watch UK release date, price, feature and specification rumours.A Xiaomi smartwatch has been on the cards for well over a year, but it’s soon to become a reality. We round up the Xiaomi Mi Watch UK release date, price, feature and specification rumors.
After ending the Xperia Z series, the Japanese electronics giant and smartphones maker Sony launched their Xperia ‘X’line up of smartphones in Indian markets along with a global launch before releasing to Indian markets at the sub 48k price tag which is approximately around 749$. The company has come up with new "X" series of smartphones with some of them being Xperia X, Xperia XA and Xperia XA Ultra with improved configuration in terms of design, camera and battery.
A fresh iPhone 7 leak reinforces faith in the storage upgrade rumour doing the rounds recently. A supply chain report by TrendForce reveals that Apple may ditch the 16GB base storage variant, and upgrade it to 32GB.The TrendForce report backs rumours of a possible 256GB storage option, without specifying whether only the 'Pro' or larger 5.5-inch version will support it, and adds Apple may ditch the 64GB variant altogether, replacing it with a 128GB variant.
Samsung recently announced during a special event in New York City the successor to the successful first smart fitness tracker form the company, the Samsung Gear Fit.The sequel device, the Samsung Gear Fit 2, has improved features and a set of new features that make the device more than just a simple fitness tracker.
Xiaomi only recently unveiled its Mi Band 2 fitness tracker, the third in series after the Mi Band and the Mi Band 1s. The Mi Band 2 is currently priced at 149 Yuan or about 25US$. The fitness tracker is currently announced for the Chinese market and its next destination is soon to be India.
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