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China warned tech companies of consequences for cooperating with US ban

China is determined to fight the US ban on Huawei through any means possible, and that might include scaring the companies required to honor that ban. New York Times sources report that Chinese officials have warned that they could face retaliation if they cooperate with Trump administration trade restrictions. They could face “permanent consequences” if […]

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Google warns banning Huawei could increase security risks

According to a Financial Times report, Google execs are concerned that banning Huawei could lead to increased security risks. Sources warn that if Huawei is not allowed access to Android updates, it could develop its own, similar software, which would be more susceptible to being hacked. Google is reportedly asking the Trump Administration to delay […]

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Facebook is stopping Huawei from pre-installing its apps

Facebook won’t allow Huawei to pre-install its apps on smartphones anymore, Reuters is reporting. It’s the latest example of Western tech companies cutting ties with the beleaguered Chinese telecom giant after President Trump issued an effective trade ban against it. The decision won’t be as much of a blow to Huawei as Google and Arm […]

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China’s Huawei will build Russia’s 5G network

The Chinese company announced it’s signed a 5G development deal with MTS, Russia’s biggest mobile operator. Timed to coincide with a three-day visit by Chinese president Xi Jinping to Moscow, the deal signals a desire for a closer relationship between the two Asian powers, and it unites the fates of two of their respective leading […]

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Google Stadia games and pricing leaks ahead of early E3 event

Google is close from another Stadia launch event, where it’s promising to detail launch games, pricing, and availability. Kotaku reports that a Canadian newspaper has spilled the details a little early. Google’s Stadia game streaming service will reportedly launch in November, priced at $11.99 Canadian dollars ($9) per month. For this subscription you’ll get access […]

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PlayStation boss confirms that the PS5 will feature 120Hz, 4K support and ‘cross-generational’ play

Microsoft has remained tight-lipped about the next Xbox’s name, performance capabilities, and unique features, Sony has been surprisingly forthcoming about the PlayStation 5 (PS5). It’s already confirmed a number of features and hardware details — according to the company, the PS5 will feature support for 8K graphics (presumably at lower FPS), backward compatibility with PlayStation […]