Huawei brought the MateBook 14 2021 in the Philippines in two distinct flavors: there’s an AMD version and one for the Intel die-hards.
Posted inSocial Media
Misinformation has more engagement than real news on Facebook, study reveals
There’s no denying that fake news and misinformation are rampant on Facebook, and this new peer-reviewed study from New York University and Université Grenoble Alpes researchers confirms that.
Posted inSmartphones, Spotlight
Germany pushes for 7-year software updates, spare parts replacement
Through careful use, your phone may last for years to come. But that’s only considering its physical age. A phone arguably becomes obsolete when the phone’s manufacturer stops providing security updates, with vulnerabilities and exploits remaining unpatched and jeopardizing your privacy and digital welfare. That said, Germany is pushing for a new policy aimed at […]
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
Red Magic 6S Pro: Snapdragon 888 Plus, RGB fan, 720Hz touch sampling
Nubia’s gaming line launched a new smartphone with the Red Magic 6S Pro.
Posted iniOS, Spotlight
Apple Lightning Cable knockoff can contain keyloggers, steal passwords
If you find USB sticks, cables, or other peripherals lying around, better leave them behind. Avoid plugging them into your computer at all costs, because there’s a chance these seemingly lost items are riddled with malware. As proof of concept, a security researcher created the “OMG Cable” that looks identical to Apple’s official Lighting to […]
Posted inInternet, Smartphones
Global average price for mobile data is $4/GB, mobile traffic surged worldwide
New data presented by StockApps reveals the latest trends in mobile. Worthy of note is the fact that a gigabyte (GB) of data costs $4.07 based on the global average. At that rate, Philippine users have had it better these days than many users elsewhere, what with unli data promos and relatively cheaper volume-based subscriptions […]
Posted inSpotlight, Tech News
Siri, Google Assistant may be listening without you knowing
Normally, Siri and Google Assistant start listening to you when you activate them, such as when you say “Hey Siri” or “OK, Google.” But it turns out these mobile virtual assistants may be listening to you discretely and disregarding your privacy. There’s a lawsuit in the US going on with plaintiffs claiming Siri can suddenly […]
Posted inEntertainment, Tech News
Movie studios want VPN providers to record user data, disconnect pirates
Virtual Private Network (VPN) services have been primarily used by people who want extra online security and privacy. However, it’s no secret that it’s also being used for piracy.
Posted inAudio, Tech News
Redmi EarBuds 3 Pro with Qualcomm chip, 30-hour battery introduced
Xiaomi launched a couple of new hardware in India, one of them is a brand new TWS earbud, the Redmi EarBuds 3 Pro.
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
HiSense U50: UNISOC CPU, 6-inch HD+ screen, 4100mAh battery
Filipinos might know HiSense as a brand for TVs and other household products. What not a lot of us know is that they also sell smartphones in other markets. Their latest release, the U50, is positioned in the entry-level market in Mexico.
Posted inTech News
Australian Police given authority to take over social media accounts, delete data
The Australian government has a bill that bolsters police authority in surveilling and catching criminals over the Internet. Known as the Surveillance Legislation Amendment (Identify and Disrupt) Bill 2020, this newly passed legislation essentially allows police officers to modify and delete data owned by suspected violators, gather intelligence on networks used by criminals, and seize […]
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
TCL L10 Pro: UNISOC CPU, 6.22-inch display, 4000mAh battery
TCL’s latest entry-level smartphone, the L10 Pro, has been introduced carrying only the essentials to keep the price at the lowest.
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Mac repair is up to 2x more expensive in Apple vs independent shops — WSJ
Do you wonder why savvy owners of Apple laptops would rather hire the services of independent repair shops? It’s because it’s cheap, obviously, and there’s a new report to prove it. On August 31, a writer for the Wall Street Journal published a story detailing her experience on having two of her water-damaged Mac computers […]
Posted inAudio, Tech News
JBL Flip 6, PartyBox 110 and 710 officially revealed
JBL has introduced the follow-up to its popular wireless speaker line with the Flip 6, PartyBox 110, and 710.
Posted inTech News
Remember PC maker Compaq? It’s making a comeback
Compaq used to be one of the biggest computer brands in the world. In fact, it used to rival IBM back in the 90’s and even one of the top 3 names in its category before it was acquired by HP in 2002.