Hyperfast 5G connection being considered for the Mate 30, says Huawei CEO
Richard Yu, CEO at Huawei, told Digital Trends that the company is considering adding 5G to the next Mate series smartphone. This will bring the total number of Huawei phones with 5G to three in 2019. If no others are announced before or after, that's higher than any other manufacturer at the moment.
Mission accomplished? Killing the Pixelbook might be a good sign for Chromebooks
Despite the rumors that the sequel to the Pixelbook would be coming this Spring, a recent report says Google is severely cutting back its support for the Pixelbook lineup. Is this a sign that Chrome OS hardware isn't selling well? Or did Google already accomplish what it set out to do?
Huawei Watch GT Active and Watch GT Elegant: News and features
Huawei has launched two new versions of its hit smartwatch, the Huawei Watch GT. The first, the Huawei Watch GT Active, comes with two new colors. The second model, the Huawei Watch GT Elegant is a far more interesting prospect, and comes with a smaller frame and a more elegant and stylish look.
Huawei P30 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus: 2019’s biggest flagships clash
Huawei kicked off its 2019 flagship range with a bang by launching the powerful P30 Pro. It's a beautiful phone with tonnes of power and some extremely capable cameras. But you could also describe the Galaxy S10 Plus with those exact same words -- so which is better? We put them head-to-head.
Huawei P30 Pro vs. Huawei P30: Should you go pro or save some dough?
If you're currently seeking a new phone and Huawei's wares have caught your eye, then you'll be keen to understand precisely how they measure up against one another. We take a closer look at the Huawei P30 Pro and the Huawei P30 and break down the differences to pick a winner in a series of categories.
Huawei P30 Pro vs. Mate 20 Pro vs. P20 Pro: Which Huawei flagship is best for you?
With some of the most powerful, cutting edge smartphones around, Huawei is one of the biggest players in the market, but how does its latest flagship measure up against the previous two? We compare the Huawei P20 Pro with the P20 Pro and the Mate 20 Pro to find out exactly what sets them apart.
Huawei P30 and P30 Pro: Everything you need to know
Samsung may have gotten in early, but Huawei's not lying down without a fight. The Chinese giant has kicked off the new year by launching the new Huawei P30 Pro and P30. With upgraded hardware, new software tricks, and some absolutely stunning cameras, Huawei's new phones are serious contenders.
Man pleads guilty to scamming Facebook and Google out of more than $100M
One of the men behind an elaborate fraud that saw Facebook and Google each hand over tens of millions of dollars has admitted to his part in the scheme. Lithuanian Evaldas Rimasauskas, who was extradited to the United States in 2017, faces up to 30 years behind bars when he’s sentenced in July.
Xiaomi Mi 9 Review
How fast do you want to go? If the answer to this is “as fast as possible,” then take a long look at the Xiaomi Mi 9. It’s one of the highest performance smartphones you can buy. The speed comes from the new Snapdragon 855 processor, and permeates through everything.
The best Sony Xperia 10 Plus cases to keep your smartphone safe
If you own a Sony Xperia 10 Plus, then you'll want to snag a decent case to protect it and maybe to add a touch of your own style. We have all the top picks of the best Sony Xperia 10 Plus cases and covers for you to peruse in this roundup. There are rugged cases, wallet cases, slim cases, and more.
Tag Heuer’s Golf Edition smartwatch is a lot more than just a flash of new color
Tag Heuer's Golf Edition Connected Modular 45 smartwatch has a lot more going for it than just a flashy new color scheme. For a start, the titanium body keeps the weight down, and the black PVD gives it a great feel and style. The watch brand has released a comprehensive new golf app to accompany it.
Nvidia faces attacks from AMD, Intel, and even Google. Should it be worried?
While Nvidia has been promoting its RTX graphics card, the future of gaming may be in RTX servers, which will be used to drive the next generation of GeForce Now game streaming as Nvidia faces competition from Google's Stadia in the space.
Nokia phones are being investigated for allegedly sending data to China
Nokia could be in some hot water when it comes to privacy. According to recent reports, Nokia 7 models may be secretly sending data to China without the user knowing about it. Nokia says that the issue was a software bug and that it has been fixed, but Finnish privacy watchdogs will still investigate.
Get ready to say goodbye to some IFTTT support in Gmail by March 31
IFTTT, the popular automation service, will drop some of its support for Gmail. The decision is aimed to protect user data. IFTTT will remove all Gmail triggers and the "create a draft" ability. Actions for ‘"send an email" and "send yourself an email" will remain in place.
Looking for a Chromebook? The Google PixelBook just got a $200 price cut
Once relatively obscure, Chromebooks have come into their own in a big way in recent years. One of our favorites is the super-sleek Google Pixelbook, and it's on sale right now from Amazon for $200 off, letting you score this premium laptop for $799.
Diesel’s denim-inspired smartwatch straps are a casual, colorful must-own
Diesel will release two new versions of the On Full Guard 2.5 smartwatch later this year, with seriously cool, denim-inspired straps in classic Diesel colors. The watch itself doesn't change, aside from some new watch faces. Take a look at the new straps, which we tried on at the Baselworld 2019 show.
Walmart serves up a rare deal on the Google Home Max at $100 off
Some deals are predictable and others are pre-announced, but Walmart has posted a rare deal: $100 off the powerful Google Home Max. Since the Google Home Max price holds firm almost all the time, waiting may not be prudent in this case. If you want one, you probably want to get one now.
Fossil is working on a smartwatch with BMW, and it’s coming next year
Fossil, the watch company that makes smartwatches under its own name and partners with other major brands, intends to launch a smartwatch with BMW in the future. The news comes after the company announced mechanical watches under the BMW name at the Baselworld watch show in Switzerland.
Could Google’s Stadia bring back multi-GPU gaming?
How many graphics cards do you have? Probably one, but Google Stadia might use more than one if a new UL Benchmarks demonstration is to be believed. If so, it's very possible that multiple GPU setups could become popular again, as developers improve their support
Fossil made a smartwatch in 2004, and it’s part of a new brand retrospective
Fossil has been making watches for 35 years, and to celebrate the anniversary, it has a new retrospective exhibit complete with the first smartwatch it made -- the Wrist Net watch from 2004. Fossil is also launching a series of limited edition watches based on its most iconic designs.
You can now listen to Google Podcasts on your desktop without the app
Tweaking the URL of a Google Podcasts share link can let you listen to a podcast on your desktop or laptop via your browser. The streamlined web player doesn't have all the functions of the main application, but Google Podcasts now work on devices without the official app, hinting at future potential.
Browse safely and securely with Opera’s unlimited VPN on Android
The internet is the new Wild West, and it's best to be protected while you're out there, even on your phone. Opera has added a new VPN to its Android browser, offering an easy way to keep your privacy and data locked up solid, and with no limits on usage or cost, you can keep it on all the time.
Samsung Galaxy S10 review
The Galaxy S10 is the middle child in this year’s Galaxy S10 range, between the Galaxy S10e, and the Galaxy S10 Plus. There’s no striking reason to buy it -- the Galaxy S10 Plus offers a bigger screen, better selfies, and better gaming performance -- but it’s still an excellent phone if you don’t want a phone that large. Here’s our review.
Facebook Messenger adds quoted replies to better organize group chats
Facebook is rolling out a feature that should help make group chats a whole lot more organized. The feature allows you to reply to specific messages within a group chat, meaning that others in the chat will be able to tell exactly what you're replying to. It's rolling out to iOS and Android.
The latest Google Doodle lets you create Bach-like music of your own
Google is celebrating the life of German composer Johann Sebastian Bach, and to that end the company has released a new Google Doodle that allows you to create Bach-like melodies and harmonies of your own. In the Doodle, you can create your own melody, after which A.I. will create Bach-like harmonies.
Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 review
The Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 is good-looking, well made, packed with features, and is a powerful, modern, desirable smartphone. But you probably shouldn’t buy it. Why? Xiaomi has announced two very good alternatives which improve on the still-current Mi Mix 3, showing just how fast the mobile market moves today.
Google hit with another fine by the EU, this time for $1.7 billion
Google has been fined again by the EU, this time for breaching antitrust laws by requiring third-party websites using its search function to prioritize its adverts over competitors. This marks the third time Google has been fined for similar antitrust issues, and this time hits them for $1.7 billion.
Digital Trends Live: MySpace server failure, neuroscience in marketing, and more
On episode 90 of Digital Trends Live, host Greg Nibler discussed trending tech news such as MySpace losing 50 million songs due to a server failure. Smart Home editor Kim Wetzel also stopped by the studio to discuss the differences between the Amazon Echo Dot and Google Home Mini.
Google Stadia GDC presentation: Here’s all the news you missed
Google announced its new game streaming service Stadia during GDC 2019. Here is all the news from the event, including news on YouTube streaming and quickly accessing your favorite new games. Stadia is set to launch in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and most of Europe in 2019.
Google’s Stadia lets you stream big-time games from nearly any device
At GDC 2019, Google unveiled Stadia, a game streaming service that lets you stream games on PC, tablets, smartphones, and TVs. Google's data centers do the legwork, so you don't need a powerful device to stream graphically intensive games like Assassin's Creed Odyssey and Doom Eternal.
The Black Shark 2’s Ludicrous Mode promises the smoothest mobile gaming
Gaming phones might not be setting the world on fire, but with their blend of high hardware and low prices, they're finding an audience with mobile gamers everywhere. Xiaomi-backed Black Shark now has another option. Here's everything we know about the Black Shark 2 gaming phone.
Is Google launching a game-streaming service? Watch our GDC livestream to see
Google is presenting its 2019 GDC keynote on Tuesday, March 19. Here is how you can tune in to watch the event as it unfolds, as well as finad out what could be shown during the presentation. Google's Project Stream service could be among the topics covered during the keynote.
Sony Xperia 10 or 10 Plus: Key settings to change
There's always some work to do with a new smartphone to set it up just so. If you've gone for one of Sony's tall smartphones with that cinematic 21:9 aspect ratio screen, then you may be interested in some tips to get the most from it. We have suggested settings tweaks for the Sony Xperia 10 or 10 Plus.
Leaked ZTE concept phones are crazy, possibly fake, and totally worth seeing
Renders of what may be ZTE concept phones may show how the manufacturer could avoid using the notch on future devices. The Axon S has an unusual take on the slider design, while the Axon V moves the selfie camera out of the phone's body entirely. They're crazy, and may not be real, but are definitely worth looking at.