Microsoft has announced it will be pausing optional Windows 10 updates from May 2020 as it prioritizes security updates during the pandemic. The Redmond firm tweeted that it will be suspending all optional non-security releases (C and D updates) for all supported versions of its operating system, from Windows 10 right down to Windows Server […]
Back in January Dell was working on a feature that would allow you to control your iPhone from one of the company’s Windows PCs, and that ability is now available. If you’re an iPhone user with a modern Dell computer, you can now mirror your phone’s screen to your PC and control it using Dell’s […]
Spotify has announced some of the things it’s doing in response to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak. They include launching a music relief project where the streaming service will match donations up to a total Spotify contribution of $10m, and a feature enabling artists to fundraise from fans via their Spotify profiles. The Spotify COVID-19 Music […]
Google is starting to take its Podcasts app a bit more seriously today: the company is reportedly rolling out a more advanced design to Android users and launching the app on iOS for the first time. It’s a move that sets Google Podcasts up to better compete with more established podcast providers like Apple, Overcast, […]
As internet usage around the world soars due to the effects of the coronavirus, tech companies are taking steps to ensure their services remain as unaffected as possible. Services such as gaming are seeing record levels of engagement, but two major names Microsoft and Sony have assured players they’re watching the situation closely. Xbox product […]
HP is teasing a followup to its Reverb virtual reality headset made in collaboration with Microsoft and Valve. The announcement coincides with Valve’s release of Half-Life: Alyx, the year’s most anticipated VR game. We don’t know much about the headset at all just yet all we have to go on is a placeholder page over […]
Apple today is officially releasing iOS 13.4 and iPadOS 13.4 to the public. This comes after an extended beta testing period for developer and public beta users over the last month and a half. What’s new in iOS 13.4? Read on to find out. Apple is also releasing iOS 12.4.6 for older iPhones and iPads […]
Sony will decelerate PlayStation recreation downloads in Europe to assist protect total web speeds. The change gained’t materially have an effect on multiplayer, according to a blog post, with the corporate saying that avid gamers “will nonetheless take pleasure in strong gameplay.” Downloads of video games could also be “considerably slower or delayed” throughout this […]
The UK government has turned to mobile carriers like EE, o2, Vodafone, and Three to send an emergency coronavirus alert today. It’s the first time all UK carriers have been instructed to send a message to customers on behalf of the government, amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. UK citizens are being asked to stay at […]
Xiaomi has announced the Redmi K30 Pro, its latest high-spec-low-price contender. It offers a lot of power for the money but only in China, so far. A sequel to the K20 Pro, the K30 Pro packs a Snapdragon 865 processor with built-in 5G support, along with a circular, quad-camera array and pop-up 20-megapixel selfie camera. […]
Virtually every streaming service has experienced growth over the past couple of weeks, some more than others. The coronavirus response has more and more countries recommending social distancing or placing entire regions on lockdown, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that people are looking to fill up their time with more home entertainment. And […]
With the UK now on lockdown it will mean working from home now for a lot of us, it sometimes can make you forget to take regular breaks, and a proper lunch especially for those working night shifts from home. Just a remember, to make sure you take time away from your screen to recharge, […]
For those of you who have missed the Government announcement tonight. The UK is now in Lockdown, you are only allowed out your house to exercise and to carry out an essential shopping trip. Keep safe all
Microsoft posted a new security advisory today (ADV200006), detailing what it’s calling “Type 1 Font Parsing Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.” They have given the vulnerability a “critical” severity rating, which is the highest severity rating Microsoft gives. The flaw seems to stem from the Adobe Type Manager Library and deals with how Windows handles fonts. […]
With kids at home amid school shutdowns, some parents are likely struggling to find things to occupy their children’s minds. Amazon is stepping in by making some of the kids’ shows on its Prime Video streaming service free during the coronavirus pandemic you just need a standard Amazon account to sign into the platform and […]