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Apps use NFC technology to hack Credit Card credentials

Apps, Google, Tech NewsOctober 2, 20190Comments

The fact that you can use your smartphone to pay at a restaurant or a store is great and with NFC (Near Field Communication) technology you can do just that, but what else? Several months back a report from CBC showed us how easy it is to steal credit card credentials using an App and NFC…

Upcoming Nexus 6 could be called Nexus X instead

Google, Mobile, Tech News, TechnologySeptember 25, 20190Comments

According to new leaked images the upcoming Nexus smartphone from Google which originally was thought to be called the Nexus 6 might be renamed to Nexus X to avoid legal issues with the estate of Philip K Dick which book called 'Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?'' (later turned into the movie BladeRunner) the model of replicants…

New image of the HTC One M8 Mini 2 leaked

Google, Mobile, Tech NewsSeptember 23, 20190Comments

We have known for some time now that HTC is working hard on a mini version of their flagship smartphone the HTC One M8. The "smaller" 4.5inch version will become available late May and all though we have heard a lot about it, we haven't seen many pictures of the device being leaked, until now (source: Evleaks )It…

Google now "Make me a sandwich" easter egg

List of voice commands for Google Now

Google, Internet & SoftwareSeptember 16, 20190Comments

Google Now is the powerful digital personal assistant and Google's alternative to Apple's Siri. Google Now is integrated into Android and has been getting into other apps like Google Chrome and on other platforms like iOS. What makes Google Now so powerful is that it combines the power of Google's services and its search engine,…

Material Design and other tweaks in the new Inbox by Google 1.1 [APK download]

Apps, Google, Internet & Software, MobileSeptember 13, 20190Comments

While Google is busy rolling out Android 5.0 OTA it has also released a new version of its current in beta app Inbox By Google. The app allows you to automatically group emails together into categories, a new feature called Highlights and a reminder system.In the new Inbox by Google 1.1 version Google has made several changes…

Google makes minor change to its Logo

Google, Tech NewsSeptember 12, 20190Comments

Did you notice Google made a little change to its logo yesterday? Well if you did, you might be one of the very few that has since the change has gone almost unnoticed by many. A Reddit user has spotted the change, as Google moves the G one pixel to the left and the L has…

How to set up Chrome Remote Desktop for Android

Apps, Google, Internet & SoftwareSeptember 8, 20190Comments

Smartphones are more capable than ever, effectively being able to replace many of the functions of a laptop or desktop computer for most users. However, there is still the odd task that requires the horsepower or environment of a legitimate desktop operating system, creating an issue for users who are on the go.Google has come…

You can now create your own Street View with Google Maps

Google, Internet & Software, Tech NewsSeptember 1, 20190Comments

Today Google has unveiled a new tool which allows users to create their very own street view and share it using Google maps. The street view will be a 360 degree virtual tour of the place the user picks.These can be created by using photos taken by any DSLR or Android phone. Google has said…

Huawei Ascend Mate 2 is the smartphone with the longest battery life

Google, Mobile, Tech NewsSeptember 1, 20190Comments

In the battle of the battery life, there seems to be a new king. Meet the Huawei Ascend Mate 2. If you are someone who just wants a smartphone that works and who's battery lasts you through the day, this device is definitely worth checking out for $490. According to test performed by AnandTech the…

Play Store vulnerability allows app installs without users knowledge

Apps, Google, Tech NewsAugust 30, 20190Comments

Google has had many malware issues over the past several weeks that are targeting Android devices but it seems like its own software, the Google Play Store also has some serious issues. Tod Beardsley, engineering manager at Rapid7 warns that an X-Frame-Options flaw which when combined with a recent Android WebView (Jelly Bean) bug (more about that…

Chromecast vs Fire TV Stick specs comparison

Gadgets, Google, Mobile, Tech NewsAugust 28, 20190Comments

Amazon has just announced its new Fire TV stick, the new HDMI streaming device will go head to head with Google's Chromecast. Amazon claims the new Fire TV Stick gives an identical experience to using its Media Streaming device the Amazon Fire TV (which is almost $60 more expensive), you can play games with it,…

Nexus 6 arriving in India Q1 2015 for Rs. 42,999

Google, Mobile, Tech NewsAugust 21, 20190Comments

On Wednesday Google revealed its new flagship smartphone, the Nexus 6. While the device has some impressive specs it is also the most expensive Nexus yet starting at $649. We have a confirmed release date for the US but not much is known about other countries while Google has confirmed the new device would become available…