Earlier this month, South Korea passed a new law to force platform holders like Apple and Google to allow developers to use third-party payment systems within their mobile apps. Epic Games is now hoping to use this law to get Fortnite back on iOS, even if it does end up …
Read More »iPhone 14 leaks ahead of iPhone 13 announcement
While Apple has always tried to prevent leaks and rumours from circulating surrounding its devices, the iPhone creator has never managed to plug all the holes. With the official announcement of the iPhone 13 just days away, leaks have already started propping up about 2022’s device, which will reportedly look …
Read More »Microsoft is not bringing Android app support to Xbox consoles
Recently Microsoft announced that Android app support would not be available on Windows 11 at launch, although the company is gearing up to test the feature, having put the Android subsystem on the Microsoft Store. Curiously, the listing also noted support for Xbox, sparking rumours that consoles will be getting …
Read More »Steam Deck release on pace as dev kits begin to ship
Following the surprise announcement of the Steam Deck, fans have been eagerly anticipating the upcoming release of the Valve-developed handheld device. With the earliest shipments set for December this year, Valve has now begun to send out development kits, allowing developers to prepare their games for the upcoming hardware release. …
Read More »Apple’s AR/VR headset may not be standalone after all
We've known for a long time now that Apple is working on its own virtual reality and augmented reality hardware. The first Apple headset is rumoured to be launching in the next year or two, boasting high-end features like eye-tracking technology, ultra high resolution displays and more. There may be …
Read More »New ASUS content creation laptops feature OLED displays, RTX graphics and more
Today, ASUS is launching a full new laptop line-up geared towards content creators and creative professionals. There are a bunch of new options available, headlined by the ProArt Studiobook Pro 16 – featuring a 4K OLED display with HDR capabilities. The ProArt Studiobook Pro 16 ships with either a Ryzen …
Read More »ASUS TUF Gaming A15 Review (5800H/RTX 3070)
On the lookout for a new laptop? The TUF Gaming A15 offers Ryzen 5800H and RTX 3070 for £1599.99
Read More »iPhone 13 will support LEO satellite communication
As we get closer and closer to the official reveal of the iPhone 13, many of the device's lesser-known features are starting to leak, the latest of which suggests that Apple’s upcoming device will support satellite communication, allowing users to “send messages and make phone calls, even when they are …
Read More »Microsoft preparing Surface Duo 2 with Snapdragon 888 processor
When Microsoft first launched the Surface Duo smartphone, the company introduced a brand new dual-screen smartphone form factor. The downside was that while the device launched with a flagship-level price tag, it did not have the hardware specs to match. That will be changing for the Surface Duo 2, according …
Read More »Discord is looking to double its valuation to $15 Billion
2020 and 2021 have been good years for Discord. The messaging service has seen explosive growth due in part to the COVID-19 pandemic, with users joining the service in order to continue spending time with friends. As big as the service has become, the service is looking to grow further, …
Read More »iPhone 13 rumoured to let you unlock phone while wearing a mask
While the iPhone’s faceID technology is impressive and when used well can be even more convenient than fingerprint unlocking, the COVID-19 pandemic and its knock-on effect – such as requiring people to wear masks – has made the feature mostly useless as the technology was not equipped to work with …
Read More »Clash of Clans studio published new game under a fake name
In the wake of some media products’ overwhelming success, the creators behind the art sometimes turn to pseudonyms when releasing their next project in order to test whether it can succeed in its own right. Such was the case with Clash of Clans developers Supercell, who released their most recent …
Read More »Google discontinues Pixel 5 ahead of Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro launch
Recently, Google began teasing its next flagship smartphone, the Pixel 6, which will be the first to feature a Google-designed custom processor. We're still a month or two away from the new phone launching, but we're already seeing the Pixel 5 disappearing from store shelves...
Read More »Apple to launch Mac Mini with upgraded M1X processor
When Apple first announced its M1 processor, the first system to feature the chip was a Mac Mini, which was sold as a development kit so software makers can make the transition to arm over x86. Now, it looks like we'll be getting an upgraded Mac Mini within the next …
Read More »Apple ordered to pay $300 million in patent dispute
It is pretty common for Apple to find itself in court battling patent disputes. This time around, Apple found itself on the defensive, as a company known as Optis demanded royalties from sales of iPhones. A jury has now sided with Optis in this case, forcing Apple to pay $300 …
Read More »Razer releases new accessories to customise your keyboard
Razer has just launched new keyboard accessories to add some extra flair to your setup, including key cap upgrade sets, new wrist rests, and even a cable upgrade. The Razer PBT keycap + coiled cable upgrade set packs a set of 120 Razer Green, Classic Black, Mercury White or Quartz Pink …
Read More »Apple settles lawsuit against iOS VM provider Corellium
Back in 2019, Apple filed a lawsuit against software company ‘Corellium’, for selling virtualisation software for iOS on the grounds of infringement. Now, rather than taking the case to trial, Apple has settled the lawsuit, possibly due to mounting pressure over the locked-down nature of iOS. In Apple’s lawsuit filing, …
Read More »New MacBook Pro models reportedly enter mass production
Apple is expected to release new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros later this year. Coinciding with this, supply chain sources claim that both new laptops recently entered mass production, with up to 800,000 units being made per month leading up to November. The report from DigiTimes gives some extra credibility to …
Read More »Samsung Display reportedly working on OLED tech for 2022 iPads
Ever since Apple first began using OLED displays on the iPhone in 2017, we’ve been hearing rumours about the first OLED display iPad. Apple went in a different direction with its 2021 iPad Pro refresh, adding a Mini-LED display. However, supply chain sources still claim that OLED equipped iPads are …
Read More »Adata reveals ultra-fast DDR5 memory and more during “Xtreme Innovation” event
During its “Xtreme Innovation” event this week, Adata unveiled a slew of upcoming PC hardware, including DDR5 memory, new SSDs, laptops and even gaming peripherals. The highlight of course is the new DDR5 memory module, which is capable of hitting speeds up to 12600MT/s. During the event, Adata unveiled specifications …
Read More »Dell XPS 9510 update fixes poor RTX 3050 Ti performance
A couple of months ago, Alienware m15 laptop owners discovered that their GPUs weren't performing up to par. Now, Dell has found itself in a similar situation with its XPS 9510 laptop, which was misconfigured, leading to poor performance for the RTX 3050 Ti GPU found inside. The XPS 9510 …
Read More »Apple App Store prices to fall in the UK
Companies often adjust the prices of their storefront items based on the current exchange rates, with almost all digital stores offering regional pricing differences. In an unexpected twist, the prices for Apple’s App Store will be dropping across the board in the UK, giving iPhone owners better value for money. …
Read More »Apple upgrades Mac Pro with new Radeon Pro W6000 series GPUs
Back in April, we caught wind of a new Mac Pro upgrade featuring new AMD Radeon Pro graphics options. It has taken a couple of months but today, Apple brought the updates live, with the new AMD Radeon Pro graphics cards boasting 50 percent better performance-per-watt compared to the previous …
Read More »Microsoft Surface Duo UK price slashed in half
Back in February, Microsoft finally brought its ambitious folding smartphone, the Surface Duo, to Europe for the first time. Unfortunately, UK pricing was much higher compared to the US, an issue that has now seemingly been rectified by a massive price cut. Recently, the Microsoft Store listing for the Surface …
Read More »Google announces Pixel 6 with first custom-designed processor
Google's Pixel smartphone announcements have been breaking out of the normal repetitive cycle over the last couple of years. Google decided to confirm the Pixel 5 early after leaks and this year, the company is getting ahead of the leaks entirely by announcing the Pixel 6 today, which will be the first to feature a Google-designed custom SoC.
Read More »The Steam Deck may just be the first in a long line of Steam handhelds
The Steam Deck has garnered a great deal of interest from fans ever since it was first announced. Since then, more and more details have been revealed, including the fact that if the handheld succeeds, then the Steam Deck may find itself with a Steam Deck 2, 3 and more. …
Read More »Micron starts shipping world’s first 176-layer NAND UFS 3.1 mobile solution
Micron has become the first company to launch a 176-layer NAND UFS 3.1 mobile solution, offering enough performance to enable 5G applications in high-end smartphones. One such example is downloading a two-hour 4K movie in 9.6 seconds. Providing up to 75% faster sequential write and random read speeds over the …
Read More »The Steam Deck may come to retailers (and other questions answered)
Following the surprise announcement of the Steam Deck, interested parties have been left with many questions. Slowly but Surely, Valve has been answering these questions, giving fans a better understanding of this new handheld device. Gabe Newell has now given fans an even clearer idea of the company’s intentions with …
Read More »Google is building a new app to make it easier to leave iOS
For as long as there have been mobile devices, there have been ways to switch phones while still keeping all of your contacts, messages, and other important pieces of data. Be it through transferring sim cards, microSD cards, or bespoke apps, the act of transferring has been possible – if …
Read More »Apple patent details in-display Touch ID and Face ID
For years now, we've known that Apple has been working on a method to reintroduce Touch ID as an in-screen sensor. The company has also been working on ways to shrink its Face ID module to further increase screen-to-bezel ratios and overall iPhone display sizes. Now, Apple has been granted …
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