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  • Google Pixel 4 leak shows off the phone in three color shades

    Google Pixel 4 leak shows off the phone in three color shades

    Leaks about the upcoming Pixel 4 flagship are flying thick and fast. Besides, Google has already given us a taste of what’s in store by revealing a teaser image of its upcoming handset. Now, we have another alleged leaked render of the flagship thanks to IndiaShopps.

    To begin with, the handset shown in the latest render appears to be the smaller of the two Pixel 4 models, i.e. the non-XL variant. Besides, the leak shows handset in three different color variants. These inlcude Black, White, along with a new subtle mint-green shade.

    Additionally, the renders also show-off the typical contrasting power buttons. These are white for the black color variant, blue for the white one, and sort of acidic yellow for the mint-green model.

    It’s also worth noting that these renders fall in line with previous leaks. We can see a large top bezel on the handset and no physical fingerprint scanner on the back. Now, this essentially implies the Pixel 4 might feature an in-display fingerprint scanner or a facial recognition, similar to Apple’s Face ID.

    Not to mention, the leak also shows the much talked about square camera bump on the rear.

    As is usually the case with leaks, readers are advised to take this information with a pinch of salt as nothing is official for now. Google is expected to unveil the Pixel 4 series towards the end of October, much like Pixel launches in the past.

    More leaks about the Pixel 4 are likely to surface as we near its official release. We’ll update you as soon as we hear anything new. Until then, keep checking back for more.

  • Apple Watch users can delete stock apps with watchOS 6

    Apple Watch users can delete stock apps with watchOS 6

    Apart from iOS 13, it appears Apple plans to bring significant changes to the upcoming watchOS 6. One of these major changes is said to be support for deleting first-party apps. Now, this essentially implies that users will be allowed to remove almost all stock apps if they wish to. These include the likes of apps such as Alarm, Timer, Stopwatch, Remote, Camera Remote, Radio, ECG, Breathe, Noise Cycle Tracking, and more.

    Removing an app from Apple Watch works largely similar to what you’d do an iPhone. Just long press on the grid to trigger the blurry effect and press the small X symbol to delete a specific app. That said, this method only works for third-party apps, as Apple restricts users to delete first-party apps that Apple Watch comes pre-installed with.

    However, this is all about to change when watchOS 6 starts rolling out. Users will be able to uninstall apps such as Radio, World Clock, Timer, Stopwtach, Walkie-Talkie, and several others. In case users want them back, they’ll just need to reinstall the apps from the App Store.

    However, nothing will change when it comes to removing third party apps. Deleting an app from Apple Watch will result in removal of the same app from the iPhone as well. That said, this behavior won’t apply to apps that come shipped with the Apple Watch. TechCrunch, however, notes that not all of the built-in iOS and watchOS can be removed, as the likes of Heart Rate and Messages will be there.

    Apple plans to release watchOS 6 in September. This is certainly good news for Apple Watch users who wouldn’t want to clutter up their screen with unused apps. The changes mentioned above are likely to make their way in the beta builds in the coming weeks.

  • Cellebrite claims its hacking tools can bypass any iPhone or iPad

    Cellebrite claims its hacking tools can bypass any iPhone or iPad

    Israeli forensics company Cellebrite claims its hacking tools can break into any iPhone or iPad. The company also adds that devices running the latest version of iOS can be broken into.

    Cellebrite recently announced that it has ability to perform a ‘full system extraction on any iOS device’, and notably, its services are for sale, though only to law enforcement agencies.

    In case you didn’t know, Cellebrite is a well-known Israeli security company whose expertise was used by the FBI in 2016 in order to crack into the iPhone 5c belonging to San Bernardino killer Syed Rizwan Farook. And the company’s latest product, called UEFD Premium, can nullify any and all passcodes on an iOS device to unlock them. The company also brags that its newest product can even unlock iPhones and iPads running latest iOS 12.3.

    However, the good news is that Cellebrite promised its hacking devices are specifically designed for law enforcement agencies. The company explains that agencies can use its tools to unlock devices belonging to a suspect who is unwilling to provide his passcode or biometric authentication.

    Besides, Celleibrite also stated that its tools require you to physically have possession of the iPhone or iPad, if you want to use its brute force methods to hack into smartphones and tablets. Additionally, the Israeli-company also claims it performs proper security checks to determine whether its hacking tools fall in the right hands.

    That said, despite all the security measures, there’s always a risk that these hacking tools could fall into the wrong hands. Not to mention, some of Cellebrite’s iPhone hacking tools have been found listed on eBay for as little as $100. Besides iOS devices, Cellebrite also claims its hacking tools can infiltrate Android devices from Samsung, Motorola, Huawei, and Xiaomi.

  • Google accused of stealing song lyrics from Genius.com

    Google accused of stealing song lyrics from Genius.com

    Genius.com has accused Google of stealing lyrics from its site and then reposting them for use in search results. Genius further claims it has irrefutable evidence against Google of lifting songs directly off its website thanks to a Morse code embedded within their lyrics.

    Key sources indicate that Genius witnessed a significant drop in web traffic in recent years. The reason being that Google started posting lyrics on its search page within ‘information boxes’, instead of redirecting users to lyric sites like Genius. While Google posting song lyrics is not a crime, however, Genius accuses Google of directly copying lyrics from its site.

    Back in 2016, Genius made a change to its site where it began alternating the lyrics apostrophies between straight and curly, which is essentially a water mark for every copy. With this change, when the apostrophies are converted into morse code, it spelled out the words red-handed. Genius claims it found over 100 different instances of this happening on several songs.

    “Over the last two years, we’ve shown Google irrefutable evidence again and again that they are displaying lyrics copied from Genius. We noticed that Google’s lyrics matched our lyrics down to the character,” Genius’s chief strategy officer Ben Gross told the Wall Street Journal. “

    In response, Google denied such accusations stating that lyrics were licensed from partners. The search engine giant further adds that it is going to investigate the matter and terminate agreements with any of those partners who were not complying to ethical practices.

  • Google Pixel 4 spotted again with a square camera bump on the rear

    Google Pixel 4 spotted again with a square camera bump on the rear

    We’ve already come across numerous leaks about the Pixel 4 this week. After a bunch of CAD renders that were leaked on the web, Google surprisingly posted an official image of the flagship. Now, the Google Pixel 4 has been spotted in the wild, and the latest leak lines up nicely with earlier leaks of the device.

    The latest set of images posted by 9to5Google, show the device with a squared camera box which houses the dual-rear cameras. That said, these images don’t give us any new information since Google teased official photos of the handset.

    Credits: 9to5Google

    Going by the latest leaks, it appears Pixel 4 will be the first Pixel handset to get more than one primary camera sensor. So far, leaks hint at dual-rear cameras for the Pixel 4, though rumor has it there could be one more ToF sensor. Besides, there appears to be a tiny cutout for the microphone on the top of the device.

    Another noticeable change based on the leaks is a single physical button on the left, which could be either a power button or a dedicated button to activate Google assistant. It’s also worth noting that no such button exists on the Pixel 3 series, as it had all its physical keys housed on the right.

    Significantly reduced bezels

    Besides, leaks also point at the absence of bezels or near bezel-free edges on the new Pixel 4. Some sources even point out at a Galaxy S10-like punch hole at the top right corner for the selfie camera. It could either be a dual-camera setup or a single camera bundled with a front flash.

    Also, the bottom bezel gets reduced significantly, which could mean the Pixel 4 won’t pack front firing speakers. Leaks also point towards the absence of a physical fingerprint sensor, which suggests it could either be placed underneath the display or within the side-mounted power button.

    Google is expected to unveil the Pixel 4 series sometime in late October. More leaks about the handset are likely to surface as we near its official release. We’ll update you as soon as we hear anything new. Until then, keep checking back for more.

  • Samsung Galaxy Fit now available at $99.99

    Samsung Galaxy Fit now available at $99.99

    Samsung’s latest activity tracker, the Galaxy Fit, is now available for purchase via Samsung’s official website for $99.99. Key specifications on the Samsung Galaxy Fit include a 0.95-inch AMOLED display, Cortex M33F processor, 2MB of RAM, and 32MB of storage.

    It gets fuelled by a 120mAh battery which Samsung claims should last up to a week on a single charge. The Galaxy Fit also pairs up with your smartphone via Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. Besides, it also gets water ressistant capabilties and comes with MIL-STD-810G ruggedness.

    In terms of fitness tracking features, the Galaxy Fit can track up to 90 exercies. Besides, it can automatically detect exercies such as walking, running, cycling, rowing, and elliptical. It can also track sleep as well as heart rate. Besides, the new activity tracker can also track other health goals through Samsung’s Health app. Overall, the Galaxy Fit comes equipped with all features you’re looking for in an all-round fitness tracker, in a lightweight package.

    Aside from the Galaxy Fit, Samsung also launched the Galaxy Fit e. It comes with all the fitness tracking capabilties of the regular fit, though at a more affordable price point. The only difference being that the Galaxy Fit e comes with a monochrome display and has a 70mAh battery.

    The Galaxy Fit is offered in a choice of black and silver colors while the Galaxy Fit e comes in black, white, and yellow. The Galaxy Fit gets a price tag of $99.99 in the US, while shipments start on June 18. However, the Galaxy Fit e is not yet listed on Samsung’s US site yet.

  • iPhone 11, Pixel 4, and Galaxy Note 10 release dates tipped

    iPhone 11, Pixel 4, and Galaxy Note 10 release dates tipped

    A bunch of highly-anticipated handsets are slated for a release in the second half of 2019. These include the likes of iPhone 11, Pixel 4, and the Galaxy Note 10. We already know that all the above-mentioned devices are set to go official this year, though few specifics are available on the actual release dates of these devices.

    Now, however, credible tipster Evan Blass has given us an expected launch date of the three hotly-anticipated launches this year. These inlcude the Galaxy Note 10, the iPhone 11, and the Pixel 4.

    Samsung will likely be the first to unveil its Galaxy Note 10 flagship, late in the month of August. Apple, meanwhile, will most likely unveil the iPhone 11 in the second half of September. Apple usually unveils its new iPhone range in September, so the timing shouldn’t come as a surprise.

    iPhone 11 launch in September?

    To recall, the iPhone 7 was made official on September 16, 2016, the iPhone 8 on September 22, 2017, while the iPhone Xs was released on September 21, 2018.

    Given the fact that sales of new iPhones typically start on Friday, the iPhone 11 could go official on September 20 or September 27. Both timelines fall in the second half of September and is in line with the dates suggested by Evan Blass.

    Google’s Pixel 4 will be the last major flagship launch sometime in late October. Readers, however, are reminded that the dates here concern the day when these devices will go on sale. Hence, the official unveiling can take place a week or so before they go on sale. Blass has cited Verizon’s marketing calender for the second half of 2019 in regards to the launch date of these devices.

    More leaks about these flagships are likely to surface as we near their offiicial release dates. We’ll update you as soon as we hear anything new. Until then, keep checking back for more.

  • Google officially teases the Pixel 4

    Google officially teases the Pixel 4

    Google has officially posted an image of the upcoming Pixel 4 Android flagship on Twitter, putting an end to a set of leaks that surfaced on the web recently.

    The Pixel 4 is expected to release this fall, most probably sometime in October. Now, the company has teased the handset giving us a fairly good idea about the Pixel 4’s design. Going by the image posted on Twitter, we can see a square which houses dual rear cameras and the flash. Google’s Pixel phones are known for their camera prowess, and this will be the first time Google is using multiple camera lenses at the rear.

    Besides, the image shows that Google’s G logo is placed at at the bottom of the screen. However, the tech giant has only teased the back of the device for now.

    A tag line also accompanied the tweet which stated, ” Wait till you see what it can do”. Now, this suggests that the Pixel 4 will feature the latest mobile technologies. Hence, we can expect Pixel 4 to come with wireless charging, stereo speakers, USB Type C, face unlock, as well as in-display fingerprint sensor. Besides, the next-generation Google Assistant will also be included in the Pixel 4.

    As fas as Pixel 4 specifications are concerened, for now, we have no idea about what’s under the handset’s hood. However, rumor has it that the Pixel 4 will boast 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, at a minimum.

    Google is expected to launch two variants of the handset, the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL. More details about Google’s next flagship are likely to surface as we near its official release. We’ll update you as soon as we hear anything new. Until then, keep checking back for more.

  • Konami resurrects Contra with Contra Rogue Corps

    Konami resurrects Contra with Contra Rogue Corps

    Konami brings back the popular Contra franchise with a new Nintendo Switch game called Contra Rogue Corps. The game was announced during a Nintendo E3 2019 presentation.

    Contra Rogue Corps is a third person shooter with the traditional side-scrolling perspective. It also features moments of a top-down perspective, similar to what we’ve seen in Contra 3: The Alien Wars. Gamers can play solo or enter a battle with other gamers with local or online multiplayer. It features classic Contra characters such as Kaiser, along with new ones such as a mutated bug and a panda.

    Contra Rogue Corps is slated for a release on the Nintendo Switch on September 24, 2019.

    Besides, Konami also announced a new Contra Anniversary Collection which bundles a wide array of popular Contra classics. The Contra Collection includes a total of 10 classic Contra games, along with the European Probotector games. You can check out the trailer below:

    The full collection includes Contra for arcade and NES, Super Contra for arcade and NES, Contra: Hard Corps, Operation C for Game Boy, and the Probotector versions of Contra 3 and Hard Corps. It also comes with Contra 3: Alien Wars. Nintendo also confirmed that the Contra Collection is available for purchase via the Nintendo Eshop, starting today.

    Are you excited about the new Contra collection? Let us know in the comments.

  • Pixel 4 leak shows an iPhone 11-like design

    Pixel 4 leak shows an iPhone 11-like design

    There’s been a dearth of leaks about the upcoming Pixel 4. However, finally it seems like we’ve some proper renders about the upcoming device. OnLeaks in collabortaion with PriceBaba has published a bunch of renders, which are based on ‘early prototyping schematics’. Now, this essentially means that the handset’s design could change by the time of official release.

    Nevertheless, the latest renders show-off the handset with a near bezelfree display. Besides, it shows a camera bump on the rear, which looks quite similar to a few iPhone 11 leaks we’ve seen in the past.

    The leak suggests that the square bump could house at least two cameras. If this turns out to be true, this would be the first time Google will use more than one camera lens on the rear.

    Elsewhere, the leak indicates that the speakers could move on to sides, instead of front facing speakers found on current-gen Pixel phones. Besides, the leak suggests there won’t be a physical fingerprint sensor on the Pixel 4. Not to mention, there is no headphone jack either. As far as Pixel 4 specs are concerned, rumor has it that the device will come with a minimum of 6GB RAM and 128GB of storage.

    Fans aren’t really excited about this Pixel 4 leak, and Reddit is full of users dissappointed about the awful camera square. That said, we’ll take this leak with a huge boulder of salt as other Pixel 4 leaks show a completely different design. There’s a lot of incoherent information about the handset based the latest leaks. However, we expect rumors to start lining up nicely as we approach the handset’s official unveiling.

    We’ll update you as soon as we hear anything new. Until then, keep checking back for more.

  • Firefox 67.0.2 with several improvements and bug fixes rolls out

    Firefox 67.0.2 with several improvements and bug fixes rolls out

    Mozilla has released the new Firefox 67.0.2 update for all supported platforms. The new version addresses several bug fixes reported by users lately, such as compatibility issues with Apple’s upcoming macOS Catalina 10.15.

    Besides, Linux users can now easily install and use additional language packs using the built-in Preferences UI. Additionally, users can now start the web browser in safe mode.

    Elsewhere, the proxy authentication dialogue box has been fixed as well. It no longer pops up asking users to authenticate after upgrading their web browsers to the Firefox 67 release.

    Finally, Firefox 67.0.2 allows web developers to copy the href/src content from certain HTML tags. Users can download Firefox 67.0.2 for GNU/Linux/, macOS, and Windows operating systems via OTA (Over-the-Air) updates. You can find complete release notes here.

    To recall, Mozilla Firefox 67 was officially released back in May for Windows, Linux, Mac, and Android. The latest version offers numerous performance improvements as well as new features to enhance the overall browsing experience.

    The open-source web browser is now easier to use for everyone thanks to a toolbar menu for easy access and more transparency of your Firefox Account.

    Besides, Firefox 67 brings support for pinning tabs from the Page Actions menu in the address bar, along with the ability to highlight various features, such as Pin Tabs.

    Also, Firefox 67 makes it easier to access the list of your saved website credentials directly from the main menu, and allows users to quickly import web data from other web browsers directly from the File menu

    Firefox 67 also brings a new Firefox Search widget that features voice input in Android. Users can add the new widget from the Android Widget section directly to their home screen. In addition, Firefox 67 for Android removes the Guest Session feature in order to streamline the user experience.

  • Galaxy Note 10 release date tipped in August

    Galaxy Note 10 release date tipped in August

    Rumors about the upcoming Galaxy Note 10 flaghsip are flying thick and fast. We’ve already come across high defintion renders of the handset in several past leaks. Now, fresh reports have emerged which hint at the release date of the device.

    In the last few years, the South Korean giant has launched its new Note models in the month of August. The reason being that Samsung wants to release its new Note devices a month before Apple unveils the new iPhone range. Besides, Samsung wants to make sure its devices receive the desired attention from consumers, as well as some time to mature in the market.

    According to a new report, Samsung plans to stick with the same approach, as the Galaxy Note 10 is expected to release in August. Korean publication ETNews suggests that the flagship could be unveiled on August 10, with sales to kick off later the same month. To recall, the Galaxy Note 9 was launched on August 9, just a day before the date speculated for this year’s model.

    Two Galaxy Note 10 models incoming

    Key sources indicate that Samsung plans to unveil two different Galaxy Note 10 models this year, a standard version and a Pro version. The standard Galaxy Note 10 model is expected to feature a 6.28-inch display while the Pro model could get a 6.75-inch display. Besides, the top-end model is expected to come with a quad-camera system and up to 12GB of RAM.

    Past reports also indicate that the fingerprint sensor will be integrated into the screen, just like the Galaxy S10. Elsewhere, the punch-hole selfie camera has been relocated in the center instead of the top-right corner found on the Galaxy S10. Also, the Note 10 will not have a 3.5mm headphone jack, so users will need wireless earphones or earphones with USB-C connector.

    More details about the Galaxy Note 10 are likely to surface as we near its official release. We’ll update you as soon as we hear anything new. Until then, keep checking back for more.

  • Microsoft shows off next gen Xbox code-named Project Scarlett

    Microsoft shows off next gen Xbox code-named Project Scarlett

    Microsoft unveiled the upcoming Xbox console at E3 2019 codenamed Project Scarlett. The company claims it’ll be up to four times more powerful than Xbox One X. That said, Microsoft did not reveal any key hardware details about its next console.

    For now, all we know is that Project Scarlett will support 8K resolution and run content at 120FPS. The HDD will be replaced by SSD, which is an advanced storage solution with some advanced cloud capabilties.

    “We’ve created a new generation of SSDs. We’re using the SSD as virtual RAM,” said an Xbox spokesperson in the unveiling video. Now, this should increase performance substantially over the current gen Xbox, with faster game loads.

    Besides, the next Xbox will have a custom designed CPU based on AMD’s Zen 2 and Radeon RDNA architecture. Microsoft is also adding a fast GDDR6 RAM, which the company claims will offer resolution and frame rates never seen before.

    During the ongoing E3 conference, head of Xbox division, Phil Spencer, also said that inputs from fans indicated they want something focused entirely on gaming, and not a jack of all trades. It’s not clear how this is going to work out, but most probably, the console won’t have stuff like Netflix or YouTube, which also seems highly unlikely.

    Microsoft plans to release Halo Infinite alongside the next-gen Xbox console, laying the groundwork for Microsoft’s next generation console gaming.

    The next-gen Xbox console is expected to release in 2020, sometime during the winter holidays. It’s still a long way to go, therefore, more details about Project Scarlett are likely to surface at next year’s E3.

  • Cyberpunk 2077 featuring Keanu Reeves to release in April 2020

    Cyberpunk 2077 featuring Keanu Reeves to release in April 2020

    Cyperpunk 2077 is slated for a release on April 16, 2020, on the PS4, Xbox One, and PC. Notably, the game will feature Hollywood star Keanu Reeves, the lead actor in blockbusters such as The Matrix and John Wick. During the ongoing E3, the star himself came on stage to announce the game’s release date.

    Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world sci-fi shooter, set in the future in a town called Night City. Developer Projekt Red says the game offers cybernetic body modification that gives your character a range of different skills. A cinematic trailer was also revealed during the ongoing E3, The cinematic shows a man, V, who returns to his employer to get his reward.

    That said, V has raised many eyebrows and attracted a lot of unnecessary attention which his boss did not like at all. Hence, V is now fighting for his life. John Wick star Keanu Reeves shows up at the end of the trailer. ‘We have a city to burn,” says Keanu. CyberPunk 2077 is a tale fo revenge, which perfectly suits the John Wick star. Sadly, the game’s trailer does not reveal any in-game footage.

    Pre-order page for the Cyberpunk 2077 is already setup on Amazon and Steam. However, they are yet to go live.

  • Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription launched at $14.99 a month

    Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription launched at $14.99 a month

    Microsoft announced Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription earlier this year, however, it was only in beta. Now, the company has finally released it to all users along with the addition of PC games. This essentially means you’ll get Xbox Live Gold and and Xbox Game Pass for both Xbox and PC for a single subscription of $14.99 a month.

    Put simply, it’s a great deal for gamers who play both Xbox and PC games, as it offers a bunch of different titles for both PC and consoles. The standalone cost for Xbox Game Pass for PC is avaialble at $4.99/month, Xbox Game Pass for Xbox at $9.99/month, and Xbox Live Gold at $9.99/month. Now, that amounts to a total of $24.97. Therefore, the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription saves you nearly $10 a month if you want all three subscriptions.

    Essentially, Microsoft is now offering a total of four subscription services.

    These include Xbox Game Pass PC for $4.99 a month, Xbox Game Pass Console Games at $9.99/month, Xbox Live Gold at $9.99 a month and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate at $14.99 a month. The latest Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Subscription is now available at the official Microsoft site.