Apple AirPods may be used to spy on conversations, but please don’t
Apple added Live Listen to the AirPods through the iOS 12 update last September, to help users who have minor hearing issues. However, a viral tweet is suggesting that the feature may be used to eavesdrop on the conversations of other people, though they will have to leave their iPhone with the intended targets.
Has Apple’s AirPower charging mat finally entered production?
Apple's AirPower wireless charging mat, initially expected to be released in early 2018 after being teased alongside the iPhone X, has reportedly finally entered production. Two different Apple suppliers, Luxshare Precision and Pegatron, are said to be involved in the manufacturing of the device.
Nokia 8.1 Plus: News and rumors
Nokia will be looking to kick off 2019 will a cracker of a phone, and the Nokia 8.1 Plus could be that phone. While we don't know much, what we've seen has us very excited indeed. From the rumored pinhole display to the Zeiss cameras, here's absolutely everything we know about the Nokia 8.1 Plus.
AT&T to stop selling location data to third parties after explosive report
After a report from Motherboard highlighted that carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint were selling location information to third parties and sometimes ended up in the wrong hands, all three carriers have announced that they will stop location selling practices.
Beyerdynamic’s Lagoon ANC cans combine customization, noise cancellation
No two people are alike, or hear sound the same way. This may explain why a growing trend at CES is sound-customization software. Beyerdynamic introduced this feature in 2017, and now it's taking another shot at it with its new-for-2019 noise-cancelling Bluetooth Lagoon ANC headphones.
Yubico has a new Lightning-based YubiKey to lock down your iOS devices
Yubico's YubiKeys have been a standard setter for second-factor security devices. But for the longest time, there wasn't a good option for using a YubiKey with iOS. That is about to change. Yubioco announced at CES 2019 that received approval for a Lightning key that is currently in private testing.
Wireless charging over a distance is coming to your phone case
Wireless charging over distance company Ossia has teamed up with respected smartphone case manufacturer Spigen and the partnership is set to produce a power transmitter and case line that will be able to charge up your phone while it sits in the table or even while it's in your pocket.
Building sites, mountains, and water, the Cat S48c can handle it all
Good rugged phones can be hard to come by. Cat makes some of the best, but they're often extremely expensive. That's why Cat has released the S48c -- a lower cost, midrange rigged handset that's now also available on Verizon in the U.S. Here's absolutely everything you need to know.
Motiv smart ring can use your walking pattern to unlock online accounts
Remember Motiv's activity tracking smart ring? It's back with a raft of new security features that adds biometric identification and token authentication onto your finger. With support for password-free logins, two-factor authentication, and even gait-analyzing WalkID, here's what you need to know.
Google has found a clever way to make your search history more useful
Google has found a clever way to make more use of your search history by showing links to pages that you've visited before. Ideal for repeat searches for the same page, the links show up on cards at the top of mobile search results, and can also be saved in quick-access collections.
VisionCheck might give you the option to ditch your visit to your optometrist
Next time you want to get your eyes tested, you may not have to visit the optician -- you could test your eyes yourself at home. Using the EyeQue VisionCheck, an automated optical device, you can measure your eyes' refractive error and find out what strength of glasses you need.
JBL’s CES lineup scoffs at wires with four new pairs of true wireless buds
JBL is going big at CES by going small with four new pairs of true wireless earbuds that can fit in your pocket and rock out for hours on end. The company has also introduced a new line of workout cans in multiple sizes and styles to get your new year started off right.
Your smartphone already does it: Redundant tech of CES 2019
Believe the hype and marketing and you’d think every gadget at CES 2019 was an award-winning must-have, but that’s simply not the case. A number of devices come with hefty price tags and superfluous subscriptions to boot, even though they offer little beyond the standard capabilities of your smartphone.
Xiaomi buys tiny share in Blackberry phone maker TCL to spur collaboration
Xiaomi has purchased a very small share in TCL. the manufacturer behind Blackberry's and Alcatel's recent phones. According to sources, this purchase is part of an agreement that will see Xiaomi and TCL share research and development, and work together to provide better hardware.
Otterbox and Corning will partner to make an advanced screen protector
If you've ever worried about your phone's display making it to your next upgrade, then a screen protector probably helps allay your fears. Celebrated and well-known case manufacturer Otterbox has teamed up with Corning, makers of Gorilla Glass, to create a next-generation screen protector.
Here Mobility opens up the ridesharing market with SoMo at CES 2019
Car pooling has fallen off the map slightly in the age of Uber and Lyft -- but SoMo is looking to bring it back in the social media age with an all-in-one app. Using user-submitted events, SoMo brings together drivers with riders and aims to make the world a happier, cleaner place.
The weirdest wearables at CES give a new meaning to ‘think outside the box’
We have no compunction at all about tech we're able to strap to our body, but some of these make us think twice. CES 2019 is a hotbed of technical innovation, but some wearable devices may take innovation a little far for our comfort. Here are some of the weirdest wearables we've come across at CES 2019.
Apple Maps boosts Flyover locations, indoor mall maps, and more
Apple Maps has recently added more than 50 new locations for Flyover, the feature that offers spectacular 3D photo views of particular cities and famous landmarks around the world. Fourteen new Flyovers have been added for the U.S., including Lake Tahoe, California, and Key West, Florida.
The best and most interesting mobile accessories at CES 2019
Modern smartphones are packed with tech and extremely adaptable -- which might be why we see so much innovation in the mobile accessories area. CES 2019 is well underway, and we keep running into some amazing new mobile accessories that could be set to improve your phone. Here are some of the best.
BlackBerry sets own pace for 2019: Strikes Verizon deal, but no 5G phone coming
BlackBerry has struck a deal with Verizon to sell the Key2 LE phone through its Enterprise division, reigniting a successful partnership from the brand's early days. However, while it's pushing ahead with new business this year, it won't be adopting 5G just yet.
Goal Zero Yeti Tank and Yeti Link expand home power storage options
At CES 2019, Goal Zero has expanded its options for charging solutions by introducing the Yeti Tank and Yeti Link to daisy chain the company's portable power stations, dramatically increasing storage. The company also introduced new USB battery packs and a new solar panel, providing more options for charging on the go.
Felix Gray’s latest glasses cut down on blue light to help you sleep
Felix Gray is known for its glasses that cut down on glare and reduce eye strain for those that use computers a lot, but now the company is taking on a new issue: Poor sleep due to blue light. The new Sleep Glasses, announced at CES 2019, help to cut out that blue light, promoting better sleep.
T-Mobile completes the first 5G data and video call using 600MHz spectrum
T-Mobile is on its way to implementing 5G. At CES 2019, the company announced successful tests of video calls on both the 600MHz spectrum and using three frequency bands at the same time, demonstrating the importance of multiple bands for when 5G finally rolls out to the masses.
Sprint will carry a Samsung 5G smartphone as soon as this summer
Both AT&T and Verizon have previously announced that they'll be carrying a Samsung 5G smartphone, and now it looks like Sprint will be part of that release too -- the company has announced that it'll carry a Samsung 5G smartphone this summer. Previously, it announced that it would carry a 5G phone from LG.
Huawei MatePad M5 Lite is a stylish, feature-packed smart tablet at a nice price
The iPad may well be the tablet king, but there are plenty of excellent Android options too. At CES 2019, Huawei unveiled the new Huawei MatePad M5 Lite, which is aimed at being a smart and relatively powerful tablet at an affordable price. The tablet will be available in late January.
Google Assistant’s global drive helped it quadruple its active users in 2018
Voice assistants made talking to yourself cool, and they're reaping the benefits. Google has taken to CES 2019 to release the details of how Google Assistant has grown over the last year, and the results are pretty staggering. With 2019 just kicking off, here's how Google Assistant did in 2018.
New phishing scam targeting iPhone users looks like a real Apple Support call
A new phishing scam may trick some iPhone owners because it looks like an official call from Apple Support. The sophisticated scheme, reported by Krebs on Security, requests its targets to call a 1-866 number immediately because of an alleged security breach that compromised Apple IDs.
Apple makes a splash at CES 2019 with privacy-focused billboard in Las Vegas
Apple will not have an official presence at CES 2019, as the company prefers to launch new products and services on its own. However, it is making a splash at the annual event with a privacy-focused billboard put up near the Las Vegas Convention Center that features a play on a popular saying.
Apple tries to end bent iPad Pro controversy by explaining manufacturing process
Apple uploaded a new support page that tries to end the bent iPad Pro controversy by explaining the tablet's manufacturing process. The company maintained its position that a slightly bent iPad Pro is normal, as long as it is within the deviation limit of 400 microns, equivalent to four sheets of paper.
Huawei punishes two employees for an iPhone Twitter mistake
We all make mistakes. But there's "I spilt my coffee on my keyboard", and then there's "I tweeting from an iPhone on the official Huawei Twitter account" levels of bad. Huawei has failed to see the funny side of the New Years mishap, and has punished the two employees behind the gaff.
Everything you need to know about the Sony Xperia XA3, Plus, and Ultra
The Sony Xperia XA2 is around a year old, meaning it's about time for a follow-up. Rumors about the upcoming Sony Xperia XA3 and Xperia XA3 Ultra have started popping up online, showing a slightly more modern phone with decent specs. Here's everything you need to know about the Sony Xperia XA3.
CES 2019: Tech trends to watch for at the consumer electronics show
With more than 4,400 exhibiting companies and more than 2.7 million square feet of exhibition hall, CES is overwhelming. Here's what to expect from the upcoming show, from AI and self-driving cars to 5G networks and foldable phones and 8K televisions.
You can finally buy Vuzix’s AR smartglasses, but it’ll cost you $1,000
If you loved Google Glass, but missed that boat when Google shut the project down, then look no further than the just released Vuzix's Blade for the smartglasses you've always desired. The Blade can mirror notifications, take pictures, and loads more -- but it'll cost you a cool $1,000.
64 percent of people expect 5G to be ‘widely available’ by 2020
5G may not be officially here yet, but expectations for the new tech are very high. In fact, 64 percent of people expect the new connectivity standard to be "widely available" by 2020, though coverage like what we have for 4G could take years. The study was conducted by HarrisX.