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Twitter testing Periscope live-streaming button inside their proprietary app

By Ajay Kadkol - May 19, 2016 09:43 AM EDT

Facebook is heaping focus on live video with an entirely dedicated tab for streams, which prioritizes in-the-moment broadcasts, so it’s no surprise to see that Twitter is fighting back in the streaming war with an integration between Periscope, its live-streaming platform, and the Twitter mobile apps.

Sony Tips Selfie-focused Xperia XA Ultra

By Ajay Kadkol - May 19, 2016 09:40 AM EDT

With its 6-inch frame and 16-megapixel front-facing camera, the Sony Xperia XA Ultra is the most distinctive and unexpected addition to the Xperia X series. The device comes as something of a surprise, as Sony was only expected to launch the Xperia X Performance, Xperia X, and Xperia XA in the US soon.

Pokémon: GO Field test now accepting US sign-ups

By Ajay Kadkol - May 19, 2016 09:39 AM EDT

Good news for all Pokémon fans. Earlier today, Niantic Labs and The Pokémon Company announced that they are ready to accept registrations for an excitingly new game they have created. Not to be confused as just another app, Pokémon Go is a game that uses technology that allows the players to collect, train and even battle Pokémon characters in real life.

Apple updates Garage-Band with new Instruments and Sounds

By Ajay Kadkol - May 19, 2016 04:38 PM EDT

Apple today announced a major update to its GarageBand music creation software for Mac and iOS, adding a wide range of Chinese instruments that are designed to celebrate the "rich history of Chinese music." Today's update also includes "extensive Chinese language localization." In a press release, Apple says the update adds traditional Chinese instruments like the pipa and erhu, plus Chinese percussion offerings that include drums, wood blocks, cymbals, and gongs. 300 Apple-created Chinese musical loops have also been added to the apps.

Doom: More glory?

By Ajay Kadkol - May 19, 2016 09:46 AM EDT

Doom in 2016 is pretty much the same as “classic” Doom that people played in 1994 where there were a lot of big arenas, enormous guns, waves of demons, and a generous helping of gibes. You’re on Mars. There are demons. The demons need to die. That’s it. That’s all you need to do and maybe that’s all that’s there. Big arenas, lots of guns, waves of demons, wailing guitar solos, violence so scary that your own eyes might start bleeding by the end. Pathetically, there is no absolute button binding to reload your gun. Doomed!

NASA Maps Indicate That New Orleans And Surrounding Regions Are Still Sinking

By R. Siva Kumar - May 19, 2016 09:31 AM EDT

A new NASA study reveals in minute detail that New Orleans and its surrounding environment continue to sink.

Pokemon GO News: Fans Speculate Start Of US Beta Field Testing

By Peter R - May 18, 2016 04:25 PM EDT

Niantic is now accepting applications from prospective testers for beta field-testing in US. Testing is on in Japan and Australia.

Instagram’s Logo Makeover Leaves Followers Unhappy

By Kanika Gupta - May 18, 2016 03:00 PM EDT

When Instagram went through a transformation, many fans were disappointed and wanted the old one back. However, amongst these were also people who loved the change.

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