Android L was announced at Google I/O 2014 last month and the developer preview was released the following day. We’ve installed it on our Nexus 5 in order to compare it with the previous version of Android, KitKat. We’ve compared the stock editions of Android so be aware that even though you may have a device running on KiKat, it could look very different due to a manufacturer’s own user interface overlay or skin....
The film is available in digital versions and on Blu-ray and DVD in the US, and after a lengthy we wait we can now also buy it on digital or disc here in the UK. It’s a sad moment when the credits roll on Ant-Man and the Wasp, giving us a long wait for more Marvel (well, at least until the Avengers: Infinity War Blu-ray drops of course…) but of course when it comes to Marvel movies, the beginning of the credits isn’t necessarily the end of the movie – so you might find yourself wondering if it’s worth staying in your seat....
It’s a surprise, then, to learn that Apple itself was censored for abuse of copyright when the TV ad first aired before the launch of the company’s Macintosh computer. The copyright holder of George Orwell’s classic novel ‘1984’ may sue over the video that used Apple’s Macintosh advertisement to jab at Senator Hillary Clinton, a lawyer for Rosenblum Productions has said. And she revealed that Apple was also served notice about using Orwellian imagery 23 years ago....
If you’re thinking of getting an Apple Watch, you’ll need an iPhone because you can’t pair one with an Android phone. Assuming that doesn’t put a spanner in the works for you, here’s how the Series 3 compares to the (now discontinued) Series 2. What’s the difference between Apple Watch 2 and 3? Put simply, the Series 3 has a faster processor and – optionally – built-in 4G. In almost every other respect, it’s basically the same as the Apple Watch 2....
Physically little has changed. The ZenBook 14 UX435 sits in the same chassis as the refreshed version announced this June, but that’s no bad thing: that still gets you a 92% screen-to-body ratio, and a laptop that’s just 16.9mm thick despite a full array of ports. This year’s model is a shade heavier, from 1.19kg, but that’s still enough to make it ultraportable by any measure. The biggest upgrade is to the internals, where you can now get up to an 11th-gen Core i7 processor with Iris Xe integrated graphics....
Beoplay H5 wireless review: Pricing and availability First things first – where can you pick up the Beoplay H5 wireless for yourself? The good news is that the wireless earphones are now readily available in the UK after a late-June 2016 release. The price? The H5 wireless is slightly on the expensive side at £199, making the earphones comparable to the likes of Sony’s luxurious h.ear on Wireless NC headphones in terms of price....
ZTE Blade S6 Smartphone No it’s not the iPhone 6s come early. This is ZTE’s latest smartphone which looks similar to its Apple flavoured rival. Appearances aside, the price tag is low and its the first phone we’ve seen with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 octa-core processor. Also on the spec sheet is 4G LTE support and a 5in HD screen. £169 inc VAT zteuk.co.uk Hannspree Micro PC PC Streaming sticks like Google’s Chromecast are now a familiar site but Hannspree has fit a whole PC inside one....
Since Android 9.0 Pie, Google is also releasing the first beta update for other smartphone brands, and this year is no different. It is rumored that a few smartphones from the OnePus, Xiaomi, Realme, and Oppo will be receiving the Android 11 Beta update. Moreover, these phones will also be the first to get the Android 11 stable version than other compatible devices. Today, we’ll dive into some of the big changes and features in this Android update....
For Game Developers and game lovers, we listed the best audio tools to make audio for games. Editor’s Note: Always try to create your own original sounds rather than downloading sounds from libraries to avoid copyright infringement. Audacity Using the editing power of Audacity, you can cut, copy, mix or splice your sound files as you prefer. Not only that you could also change the pitch and speed of sound files....
Hardware keyboards, push email and that blinking red LED bring back doe-eyed memories of the mid-2000s, but these days you’d be hard-pressed to find an old-style BlackBerry on sale anywhere, let alone in the hands of someone on the bus. BlackBerry’s slow decline was largely down to the brand’s inability to adapt to the launch of the iPhone in 2007, so consequently, developers left the platform to build apps for the touchscreens of iOS and then Android, which is where BlackBerry itself eventually ended up, with all of the most recent BlackBerry devices running on Google’s mobile....
There are wristbands from Leapfrog, VTech and Garmin to choose from. These three children’s wristbands are actually quite different and offer different functions. The VTech Kidizoom Smart Watch (£40 but available online for around £30) is a watch that offers a bunch of fun multimedia functions, such as the camera (still and video) and a hilarious voice recorder. It’s aimed at keeping children entertained. Read our Kidizoom Smart Watch review for more details....
While 2-in-1 devices are more popular than ever, that’s never fully materialised. During the pandemic, people around the world rediscovered just how useful laptops can be, and they seem here to stay. However, if you’ve decided to buy a new laptop, there’s more choice than ever before. Even if you’ve decided on a screen size, rough design or brand, there are still so many devices that could be right for you....
Bags for laptops come in all shapes, sizes and styles. It’s wise to pick something that doesn’t advertise the fact you’re carrying expensive gear around with you and we’ve picked a variety of designs at various budgets so there’s sure to be something that suits. Choosing a bag isn’t just about budget though; it needs to offer space for everything else you need to carry around with you. And that will depend upon both the tech you want to carry and where you’re going....
There are thousands of discounts available at any one time, but it’s really easy to be fooled by what looks like a great deals but actually isn’t. It may be an older model with a slow processor, have poor battery life or some other significant compromise. Or maybe it simply isn’t up to the job for what you need it for. With that in mind, we strongly suggest you check out our best laptop guides before you take the plunge with any model, although our expert editors have also hand-picked some of the very best laptop deals below....
A mobile Wi-Fi connection can be created by the smartphone itself, using a process known as internet tethering, or by a portable device called a mobile router or a mobile hotspot, into which you insert a SIM card. When used frequently, mobile Wi-Fi routers can be the preferred solution because they won’t drain your smartphone’s battery, there’s no fiddling around with swapping SIM cards, and you won’t need to leave your phone with whomever is sharing its internet connection....
Some other things you might consider include speed, both in charging your connected device and recharging the bank when it empties. Capacity is important, too: it needs to be high enough to get your through the day with juice to spare – even share – without weighing down your pocket or bag. Ports and connections matter, too. What are you charging? A phone, a laptop, a watch? The number and range of ports is important, and if you want to avoid carrying multiple cables then you could look for a version with built-in cables or wireless charging....
Remember when your password to the company used to be ‘Skywalker77’? Fast-forward 20 years, and now your password looks like you fell asleep when your hand elbow on the keyboard (sdl;jkfals518lsjk(kks1!). Fortunately, just as it appeared, people would just have to give up on knowing all their own passwords, cooler heads prevailed, and there started being more and more logical ways to preserve one’s own passwords without writing a laundry list of usernames and passwords and stuffing it in your pocket....
Find out more about the game in our Red Dead Redemption 2 news round-up, and you’ll also enjoy our list of the most anticipated games. Red Dead Redemption 2 is available now. If you want to start playing it immediately, you’ll want to download the game from the PlayStation Store or Xbox’s Microsoft Store. The downside is that these downloads tend to be the most expensive way to get your hands on the game and without a physical copy you won’t be able to trade it in at GAME or CeX stores once you’ve finished playing it....
And that’s not even getting to the smart functionality. Smart lights can be operated remotely, by voice commands, or on a schedule. Many can also pulse in time to music, or add drama to your TV or gaming set up. Scheduling your lighting to come on at dusk or home time means your house will always have a welcoming glow when you need it. And scheduling it for morning can help you to wake more gently than a blaring alarm....
Anyone outside of the tech industry would scarcely consider wearing traditional-looking smartwatches to work, dinner or at any event other than exercising due to the nature of their external design. If you’re searching for a smartwatch to double as an attractive accessory, you most likely would have to sift through hundreds of bulky, boxy and sometimes straight-up tasteless models to find the few that make the cut. Often, manufacturers produce smartwatches that are unquestionably masculine in design, with dimensions that dwarf a smaller wrist....
