The only interesting aspect of the design of the Google Pixel and Pixel XL is the glass visor at the rear. While the Nexus 6P also had a similar glass visor at its rear, the one on the Pixel and Pixel XL cover almost half the rear of the handsets. The rear glass and the unibody aluminum design almost make it a necessity to use a case with the handsets to prevent them from scuffs and scratches....

Just a few hours after its first pictures leaked out, BlackBerry has announced its second Android smartphone: the DTEK50. The mid-range handset shares its specifications and design with the Alcatel Idol 4, but it comes with added security measures which is why BlackBerry is calling it the “world’s most secure smartphone.” The device sports a 5.2-inch Full HD display in an aluminium chassis with a rubber back. Inside the DTEK50 sits Qualcomm’s octa-core Snapdragon 617 chipset that is known for its overheating issues....

As Broadcom is one of the largest suppliers of iPhones components, analysts speculate that the purchase could help resolve the legal battle against the tech giant Apple (or further complicate the fight). The fact is that the market is optimistic: Qualcomm shares are up 12.7% as I write this paragraph, while Broadcom shares are up 5.4%. According to CNBC, the giant chip maker Qualcomm is expected to resist supply: the value would be below what the company would accept in an acquisition....

Some of the major players in the smart home space, up until now, have been offering their best solutions for a variety of different user needs and requirements. However, they relied on their own standards for communication, which, in turn, left some of the smaller players in the industry to choose sides. Not to mention, the other caveat/shortcoming with this approach, which prevents smart home devices of different brands from communicating together in a smart home ecosystem....

(A screenshot from an American Airlines ad) Dare I ask how it went? Dare I ask why you’re sitting there with gritted teeth, mouthing curses toward high-flying brand names? Another week of airline disruption is supposedly becalmed. Before another week of airline disruption staggers into the air. To recap: airlines say they have staff shortages, the weather has been terrible and air traffic control is an understaffed mess. Yet listen to their employees and they might murmur a different dirge....

The next version of the Android operating system is scheduled to debut at the company’s I/O 2017 developer conference that is about to held this year on May. Well, previous reports suggested that Android’s upcoming version will include some “Smart Feature”. A Source has approached 9to5Google, and claimed that the next Android version would feature “new notifications”. However, what it means is still a source of speculation. The reports claimed that the upcoming Android version will have “Picture-in-Picture” mode that’s right now limited to Android TV devices which are running Android Nougat....

Each week, we compile all the major software updates to hit the Android ecosystem, including phones tablets on U.S. carriers, unlocked phones, Android ar smartwatches, Android TV devices. Making sure your device is running the latest available software is a good housekeeping practice, ensuring you have the latest features with fewer bugs gaping security holes. Verizon Galaxy S6 ge+: A Verizon update will bring you Android 6.0 Verizon’s -Fi calling feature....

This is not a feature per se but a new Autofill API introduced by Google in Android O will allow password managers to work more elegantly in the OS. Using the API, password managers will be able to use the Autofill API to easily fill your login credentials in other apps and services. As of now, LastPass is the only password manager in Android to offer autofill functionality. However, the feature can be wonky at times since it has been implemented by using the accessibility feature of the OS....

When it comes to privacy, browser extensions can be a nightmare. They have the tools to capture and track everything you do online, which includes your passwords, web browsing data, etc. Extensions can also play a role in the ads that are placed on websites you visit. Whether they’re sold or hijacked by sketchy companies, popular browser extensions can be easily transformed into malware because of automatic updates. Read on and we’ll give you a more in-depth look at browser extensions and how unsafe they really are....

In June, tech analyst Gartner surveyed 128 CFOs and CEOs to find out which investments they plan on cutting first in the face of rising inflation, talent shortages and supply constraints. Of the 128 CEOs and CFOs surveyed, 41% identified mergers and acquisitions (M&A) as the most likely to be cut first. Investments for improved sustainability and reduced environmental impact was a close second with 39% of respondent votes. SEE: Inflation and your business: What happens next and how to navigate the storm The choice to cut M&A can be linked to the rising interest rates that significantly increase the cost of financing such deals, according to vice president of research at Gartner, Randeep Rathindran....

These three devices were out of stock for several weeks before being pulled, according to Android lice, the site that first spotted the removal. at’s not clear, however, is whether the disappearance of these three devices means more smartphones are coming or if this is the end of ‘s ay ition. Mining for Silver th the HTC One (M8) available for a while now, getting rid of the original M7 makes sense....

Unlike your closets at home, though, your computer can add junk and clutter on its own. Even if you do nothing, it’s accumulating information. Programs create log files, which are bits of information that are moved, sorted and saved. When you use it, it’s noting popular programs and files, downloading information to speed up your web browsing and more. Over time, this clutter starts to slow down your computer. Fortunately, there’s an easy way to clean it out....

By connecting your sprinkler system to your Wi-Fi, not only can you create smart schedules or turn it on/off directly from your phone, but some irrigation systems will automatically create watering schedules based on your climate, weather forecast and based on which parts of your yard get more or less shade during the day. Use smart watering to your advantage. Below we’ve rounded up the four best sprinkler controllers. Each of our top picks have a unique approach to streamlining keeping your yard or garden lush and green....

Its existence isn’t a total surprise. The BlackBerry iv has been making its rounds in the rumor mill the past few months Android fans seem evenly divided on it. You’re either really excited to see BlackBerry try its h in the Android space, or you’re tired of watching the company endure a slow painful death. One thing is for certain: this is BlackBerry’s last chance at securing any sort of marketshare in the smartphone industry....

Due to a shortage in medical-grade masks and respirators like the N95, most people are resorting to wearing cloth masks — including simple masks made from materials at home. Tap or click here to see how you can make your own mask. Face shields: Would you wear this in public? Not everyone is a fan of masks, but face shields offer an interesting alternative. Rather than fasten around the ears while covering the nose and mouth, face shields clip around the top of your head like a hat while blocking your face with a clear sheet of plastic....

Android Pay was rumored leading up to the Google I/O conference, which began earlier today, and now it’s official. During the I/O keynote, Google officially unveiled Android Pay, which is exactly what it sounds like: a new mobile payments solution. With Pay, Android users will have a ton of features baked into the means of buying content from their mobile devices, all with the security of their fingerprint. With Pay, Android users will be able to buy things from apps, including the Target app (pictured in this article), without having to constantly input their credit card information....

Angry Birds 2 is the first free major game in the series and it’s out for iOS and Android And just like any other free game in 2015, it’s laden with in-app purchases and ads. To me, though, the striking difference is just how heavy the game is. Angry Birds was a casual game with really simple and cartoonish graphics. Even on my old iPod Touch 3rd gen, I could start playing in a couple of seconds....

That being said, phishing is a black art. It is designed to trick otherwise conscientious employees into doing something that they would never ordinarily consider. Phishing poses a unique problem to corporate security. In many cases, employees have abrogated their responsibilities, operating under the mistaken impression that filters remove all incoming threats from e-mails. This is a notion that we need to do away with; phishing awareness education is the key....

The dramatic shift to online learning was possible because students, schools, and employers respect online degrees. Even before the pandemic, online learning was on the rise because of its flexibility, accessibility, and convenience. Let’s dive into why employers value online training and what students should look for. For extra insight, we spoke to Jeffrey Williams, senior director of career and student services at New Horizons Computer Learning Centers. Williams coaches students in using their education to reach their career goals....

The firm presented during the IFA in Berlin, Europe’s biggest technology fair held in September, ZenWatch 3, which is considered by many one of the best smartwatches in the current scenario, and ZenPad 3S 10, an ultra-thin and high-end tablet. In the smartphone sector, ASUS also has more and more interesting models. ASUS wants to surprise all its users at CES 2017 with a mobile that will integrate the new Snapdragon 835....