Google Pixel 3 and 3 XL smartphones get price cuts ahead of Amazon Prime Day
American software titan Google has entered the mobile game in a big way with its excellent Pixel devices, and the third-generation Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL can both be had at nice discounts right now from Amazon. The variety of deals on offer can save you as much as $300.
Adonit Pro 4 impressions: A Basic But Affordable Stylus
For casual sketch artists and note-takers, the Adonit Pro 4 is a low-maintenance, low-cost device for people just getting started with using a pen on a glass surface. The conductive precision disc is transparent, so the Adonit Pro 4 tip does not block off your view of what you are writing or drawing.
Apple’s new Seattle campus may mean big things for Siri, artificial intelligence
Apple plans to hire 2,000 more employees for a new Seattle campus, the company announced Monday, with a significant number of those jobs focused on the Siri voice assistant and artificial intelligence. The new campus marks a major expansion right in Amazon and Microsoft's backyard.
Security vulnerabilities found in three quarters of mobile apps
Three quarters of Android and iOS apps have security vulnerabilities related to insecure data storage, according to a new report. The insecure storage of data from apps could lead to information like passwords, financial details, personal data, and communications being accessible by hackers.
Google fixes Nest camera bug that allowed old owners to still see through them
The previous owner of a Nest Cam Indoor discovered that he was still able to access images from the device, even after a factory reset before passing it on to the new owner. Google said that it has fixed the problem, but customers are still advised to be very cautious when buying smart security devices.
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Tesla Special Edition turns out to be a beautiful dream
The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 may not be very far away now, but there are still surprises in store for us. However, one that will not happen -- at least not anytime soon -- is a team up with Tesla. A post on Weibo had referenced what turns out to be merely an imaginative high-concept render by a YouTuber.
The 2019 class of camera phones is great, and we tested them to find the best
It's the middle of the year, which means it's time for a mid-year camera shootout in an effort to find which 2019 flagship sports the best shooter. Here, we pit six phones against one another, including the OnePlus 7 Pro, Pixel 3a XL, Huawei P30 Pro, iPhone XS Max, Galaxy S10 Plus, and Nokia 9 PureView.
Around 40% of Android and iOS apps have high-risk vulnerabilities
According to a new study, a huge percentage of both Android and iOS apps have high-risk vulnerabilities. The majority of the vulnerabilities are related to insecure data storage -- which could leave users' data open to attack from malware. The report comes from Positive Technologies.
Google cancels upcoming Pixel Slate, abandons plans for future Chrome OS tablets
It's bad news if you were looking forward to new Google-built Chrome OS tablets, as Google has officially ceased production on two new devices. The news has been confirmed by a Google spokesperson, and means we won't be seeing any new tablets from Google. Support for the Pixel Slate will continue.
Google Maps insists it’s doing what it can to weed out business scammers
Google Maps has a problem with bogus businesses populating its listings, with some unsuspecting users falling victim to scams. The company says it's doing everything it can to sort it out, while insisting that the fake entries comprise only a tiny percentage of the total number of businesses held on its database.
EA confirms it’s still considering its own game streaming platform
Google Stadia's launch titles featuring a lot of heavy-hitters across the industry but none from EA, yet. EA exec Mike Blank says that the company is still weighing the option of releasing its own cloud gaming platform and sees a space for complementary and competing services.
Google’s Stadia is about to unleash a wave of terrible cloud gaming consoles
Google's Stadia will bring 4K HDR gaming to any device that can run Google Chrome and output video at that quality. That could be awesome for gamers, but others will take notice. The ease of building a Stadia compatible device will open the floodgates for terrible cloud gaming consoles.
You can now share Google Search results straight from the app
Google wants to make it a little easier to share search results with others and added a "Share" button to the Android Google app. Currently, the feature is only in the beta version of the app, but will likely roll out to the wider public in the near future on both Android and iOS.
Huawei and Honor make bold Android Q update pledge in the face of U.S. ban
Huawei has opened a website to reassure smartphone buyers about the status of Android and Android Q on its devices, and what will happen the near future. It is confident Android Q will come to the Huawei P30 series and the Honor 20 series, along with 17 other devices released over the past months.
Fossil is preparing 5 new designer smartwatches, and we can’t wait to see them
New designer smartwatches are coming soon from Fossil, if listings on the FCC’s website are to be believed. Based on these listings, it suggests the watches will be released under the Diesel, Michael Kors, Emporio Armani, and the Fossil brand names. Fossil has previously launched its new models in the summer.
Nvidia rumored to be working on Google Stadia support for the Shield
A new version of the Nvidia Shield is in development but a specific report has surfaced claiming that a new version will be launching later in the year alongside and with support for Google Stadia. The Nvidia Shield TV supports the GeForce Now cloud gaming platform, which is a direct competitor to Stadia.
You can buy a Google Stadia controller now, but it won’t grant you access to play
The Google Stadia controller is now available for purchase separate from the founder's bundle, but that's not all you'll need to get playing in 2019. Grab this controller if you want to play your founder's pack with a friend or if a friend handed over one of the three-month buddy passes to you.
Google Calendar is back online. Here’s the latest on the outage
Google Calendar came back online after being down for several hours Tuesday morning, leaving millions of users without their daily agenda. The service came back online around 10:30 a.m. PT, according to Google.
LG’s V50 ThinQ is a different take on the folding phone, and it supports 5G
LG has a habit of releasing too many similar phones. Following on the heels of the V40 ThinQ, which arrived last October, the company has now unveiled the LG V50 ThinQ. The marquee difference is that the new phone supports 5G networks, and an accessory turns the V50 into a foldable phone.
Rumors say Sony is making an Xperia phone with a six-lens rear camera
How many camera lenses is too many? In the current market, we've seen phones with one, two, three, and even five lenses -- but Sony is rumored to be pulling something very different out the bag. Rumors are currently saying Sony is planning an Xperia smartphone with six lenses in the rear-facing camera.
The stand-alone Palm is now available, but you don’t really need it
Palm, the reinvented company carrying the name of the brand we all know, has released a stand-alone version of its tiny Android-powered smartphone. That means you don't need another phone to use it with, and you don't need to pay for another data plan. But you'll still need to deal with poor battery life.
HMD Global is moving all Nokia user data to Finland to better protect it
HMD Global announced that in an effort to protect user data, it will be moving installation data and performance data to a Google Cloud data center in Hamina, Finland. According to the company, the move will allow it to better leverage data analytics to improve Nokia phones.
The renewed Samsung Gear S3 smartwatch drops under $180 on Amazon
Samsung makes some of the best Android phones, so it’s no shock that this tech giant also offers superb Wear OS smartwatches. If you’re willing to buy renewed, then one of our favorites, the Samsung Gear S3, can be yours at a huge discount.
Genius uses 19th-century tech to prove Google copied its song lyrics
Song lyrics website Genius says that it was able to prove that Google was copying its lyrics and publishing them on its own search results pages. The weird part? Genius also says that it was able to catch the search giant red-handed by using Morse code, a decidedly old-school form of communication tech.
Tim Cook said Silicon Valley built a chaos factory. Are Apple’s hands clean?
Giving a commencement speech at Stanford University, Apple CEO Tim Cook said that Silicon Valley has built a "chaos factory" that neglects privacy. It's part of Apple's bigger strategy as regulators come down hard on big tech.
A new survey by Adobe shows an evolving market for voice applications
It's not breaking news that consumers are becoming increasingly comfortable with conversing with their smartphones, digital gizmos, smart home devices, and smart speakers but a new survey from Adobe Analytics is showing a desire for more diversity in where voice technology is applied and used.
Global Honor 20 launch marred by fear, as Huawei gets squeezed by U.S. ban
The launch of the Honor 20 series may be the first new device range to be seriously hit by Huawei’s presence on the Entity List. Huawei executives are reportedly watching the forthcoming European launch closely, and there is some expectation that sales will be poor, which may force it to cut off shipments.
Huawei’s lock screen ads were a mistake, but may be a sign of things to come
Ads were placed on the lock screen of Huawei device owners yesterday, causing outcry on forums and social media. Huawei initially said it wasn't responsible, but that's no longer the case. Here's what happened.
5 features I’d like to see in Google’s Pixel 4 smartphone
Google’s Pixel phones are among the best Android devices available, but sales have failed to take off and there’s always room for improvement. We’ve had a sneak peek of the Pixel 4, but have little idea what it will bring.These are a few of the features I’d like to see in the Pixel 4.
Huawei Mate X folding smartphone: Everything you need to know
Huawei has announced the Huawei Mate X, a 5G folding smartphone with stunning looks and an exciting specification sheet. The Mate X has three screens -- one on the front, one on the back, and one after the phone is unfolded -- plus a clever hinge system, and a Leica camera. Here are all the details.
Digital Trends Live: Pixel 4 images, Samsung’s Wall TV, Uber’s skyports
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest tech stories of the day, including Google releasing an image of the Pixel 4, Radiohead fights a ransom, Samsung’s 292” luxury TV, Uber’s “Skyport” concepts, a new bipedal robot is strolling around, and more.
Ads have started showing up on Huawei phone lock screens and people are furious
Is Huawei looking to make some extra cash through advertising? A number of Huawei phone users have reported seeing ads pop up on their phone lock screens, seemingly without warning. So far, the ads seem to be related to Booking.com, but it's possible others could pop up too.
Motorola’s Moto Z4 is here, and it’s bringing back the headphone jack
The Moto Z3 was technically the first device to support 5G, but now it has a successor: The Moto Z4. The new phone doesn't offer anything we haven't seen before, but it does bring back the headphone jack. Here's everything you need to know about the newly released Motorola Moto Z4.
Amazon lowers the price on the Smart Light Switch by TP-Link
Amazon has lowered the price on the Kasa Smart Light Switch by TP-Link. Here's everything you need to know about the smart home product.