These days, audiobooks are on the rise, as more and more people look to find ways to spice up an hour-long commute into work or school. It’s also how you can liven up and add some entertainment to mundane boring tasks such as washing the dishes or rearranging your clothes Continue Reading
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European court: Nintendo doesn’t have to offer refunds for digital pre-orders
In context: Nintendo has been on a hot streak in the legal arena lately. Just yesterday, the company managed to convince a federal court to overturn a previous ruling that would have forced it to pay out roughly $10 million as part of a prior patent dispute judgement. Now, a Continue Reading
Netflix confirms rumors of a Witcher anime written by series co-producer Beau DeMayo
My quick two cents: I happen to be a big fan of The Witcher games. I also enjoyed the first season of the live-action series and thought Netflix did a good job with it. Now that an anime has been confirmed, I’m beginning to get nervous that the franchise will Continue Reading
Microsoft’s Project xCloud preview is coming to Canada on January 29
In brief: Microsoft’s foray into the cloud gaming market, Project xCloud, is making steady progress. The platform, which will let users access a wide variety of Xbox and PC games from the comfort of their laptop, tablet, smartphone, or PC, is set to arrive sometime this year. In the meantime, Continue Reading
Misconfigured Microsoft database exposed 250 million customer service records
In brief: Security researchers with Comparitech recently discovered a collection of 250 million Microsoft Customer Service and Support (CSS) records sitting – unsecured – in a database accessible to anyone with a web browser. The records contain conversations, logs and information between Microsoft support agents and customers from around the Continue Reading
Google introduces three Digital Wellbeing apps to help curb your smartphone addiction
Why it matters: Google introduced Digital Wellbeing in 2018 to give users control over how much time they spend on their Android devices. Now, the company is doubling down on the initiative by releasing three experimental apps meant to subtly shame users if they spend too much time on their Continue Reading
Seattle-area voters will be the first to cast ballots on smartphones
In context: In past years, the board of supervisors election has seen less than one percent of eligible voters show up. Being able to cast a vote from a smartphone from virtually anywhere is expected to boost participation, but by how much? Voters in one Seattle area district will be Continue Reading
WhatsApp for Android Beta 2.20.13 Download
WhatsApp Beta for Android lets you enjoy the latest additions to the messaging service before they hit the final release on Google Play Store. The latest Beta (version 2.20.13) adds the long awaited Dark Theme feature. More instructions on how to enable it are in the description below. WhatsApp is Continue Reading
Motorola Razr new release date and pre-order window confirmed
In brief: If you are an early adopter, get your credit card ready. Motorola will finally start taking pre-orders for its Razr foldable smartphone in a few days. It’s going to set you back about 1,500 bucks, but for some that is worth the compact design the phone offers. Motorola Continue Reading
Amazon Music surpasses 55 million users, “nearly all” of which are paying subscribers
The big picture: Apple and Spotify’s stranglehold on the streaming music market isn’t as tight as perceived as a third competitor is right on their heels. Amazon has been able to make meaningful headway in the crowded streaming space thanks in part to its pricing structure. Steve Boom, head of Continue Reading