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Samsung Sends Out Unpacked 2014 Press Invites, Likely To Announce Galaxy Note 4

Ben Reid·August 5, 2014

On the first week of September, with the IFA tech gathering looming, Samsung usually showcases the latest addition to its phablet 'Note' series, and although we've heard several reports with regards to the Galaxy Note 4, it's now certain that Samsung Unpacked will be held on September 3rd. The Korean outfit just passed out invitations to the special event, and although it cannot be confirmed that we'll be seeing the Note 4, the timing leads us to believe that this will, in fact, be the case.

Save A Massive $113 By Downloading These 8 Paid iOS Apps For Free [Limited Time Only]

Ben Reid·August 5, 2014

Given how many apps and games exist over at the iTunes App Store, locating the good ones shouldn't be too hard. But at times, it can be a little tricky, and finding the decent, paid apps gone free even more so. Here, though, we like to bring you some of the best deals on a daily basis, and here, you can get your fill once more.

Latest Apple TV Beta Firmware Features Brand New Interface, Here’s What It Looks Like

Ben Reid·August 5, 2014

How To Download Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 Developer Preview Right Now

Ben Reid·August 5, 2014

Last week, we informed you that the Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 had been announced, with Microsoft adding several new features while also broadening the horizons of the Cortana voice assistant. If you want to try out the new release on your compatible Windows Phone 8.x device, it's actually not that difficult, and before long, you'll be able to enjoy what is a relatively substantial enhancement.

Samsung Galaxy Alpha To Feature iPhone-Like Chamfered Edges [Photos]

Ben Reid·August 5, 2014

Even though Samsung has successfully competed alongside the Apple iPhone over the past few years in the battle of the high-end smartphones, there are definitely strengths and weaknesses on both sides. For while critics of Apple have pointed out the lack of display real-estate, NFC and other such features, the Samsung Galaxy line-up has not yet offered fans of premium, metallic build anything to write home about. The Korean outfit looked on as the likes of HTC and compatriot LG began churning out these more substantially-crafted devices, but according to a new leak, the supposed "Galaxy Alpha" may include chamfered metal edges akin to the Apple iPhone.

OS X Yosemite Developer Preview 5 Now Available To Download

Ben Reid·August 5, 2014

How To Root All Galaxy S5 Variants Running Android KitKat

Ben Reid·August 3, 2014

Samsung's Galaxy S5 has, like previous Galaxy S releases, been among the most popular Android devices of the year, and although the MWC showcasing was rather underwhelming, the actual products boasts a spectacular display and camera. If you're in ownership of this device and wish to root, you can do so via the towelroot tool, and below, we're going to run you through the steps to achieve root access.

This Smart Glass Is Light-years Ahead Of Google Glass [Photos]

Ben Reid·August 3, 2014

Even though Google Glass enjoys its fair share of airtime in the world of tech, the search giant's head-mounted gizmo isn't alone in vying for a share of this potentially lucrative field. In fact, a number of companies - from start-ups to the likes of Lenovo - have indulged over the past couple of years, but while the more recent Motorola-owner's prototype looked a bit of a Glass rip-off, the product in the works through emerging outfit Atheer Labs is very intriguing and dare we say more exciting than even Glass.

Beats Pill Characters Exchange Words With Apple’s Siri In New Official Ad [Video]

Ben Reid·August 2, 2014

How To Get The New iOS 8 Control Center On iOS 7.1.x Right Now

Ben Reid·August 1, 2014

It's been a while since we've featured a Cydia export here, and with Apple's iOS 8 software now in its fourth beta with the fifth and apparently final installment due in the next week or so, it's clear that tweak developers are focusing their attentions on porting some of its features through to iOS 7. As detailed at this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference, iOS 8 will be quite a significant bump over the existing software, adding a number of new apps, quirks and features to the fold, and although the Control Center only manifested itself back in September, it's already in line for a freshen up. Thanks to a newly-released tweak, you can get that iOS 8 look right now, and below, we'll show you how to avail this updated aesthetic.

BadUSB Exploit Can Hack Any USB-Based Device – Undetectable And Unfixable

Ben Reid·August 1, 2014

The digital world is constantly under threat from security breaches, but often an attack prevails over even the best defenses. Case in point, a new attack to be outlined at the annual Black Hat security conference which, among the usual spate of interesting tricks, touts itself as one of the most significant threats ever seen.

Faster And More Reliable iOS / OS X Downloads Are Now Possible, Here’s Why

Ben Reid·August 1, 2014

Next-Gen Qi Wireless Charger Will Charge Your Device From A Distance

Ben Reid·August 1, 2014

As with the idea of packing a camera into a mobile device all those years ago, wireless charging facilities have been met with the usual dose of skepticism. But while they mightn't yet be viewed as a necessity, more and more consumers are on the lookout for this feature, and with technologies now advancing, it may well be that soon, we'll all be ditching those darned wires. Inductive, predominately Qi-based charging solutions have made real headway in the market, but given how inductive charging - by its very nature - requires the device to be in contact with the charging mat, it's not exactly ideal. It's for this reason that most are happy to stick with cables, but fairly soon, this could change, with new inroads being made that could allow a device to be powered up from up to two inches away.

Microsoft Office For iPad Receives Major Update, Here’s What Is New

Ben Reid·August 1, 2014

It did take a while for Microsoft to come through with Office for iPad, but with the latest update to the Word, Excel and PowerPoint apps, they're now much more competent than ever before. After the fallout with Windows 8, the software maker has built up a favorable reputation for actually listening to the concerns of consumers, and having taken on board the numerous critiques of the Office apps for iPad, has delivered quite a significant bump to each, pushing the version numbers up to 1.1 in the process.

Shazam Brings Its Always-On Song / TV Show Recognition To The Mac [Download Link]

Ben Reid·August 1, 2014

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