If you're a regular Snapchat user, you may already have received a snap from teamsnapchat demonstrating the new features that have been added in today's very significant update. It's the first time we've seen any major improvements since way back in January, but with video calling and instant messaging having just been introduced, it's clear that the developers are looking to branch out beyond captioned selfies.
The deals are certainly rolling through for the ravenous tech community this week, and off the back of news that a refurbished MacBook Air could be snapped up for a mere $599, those on the hunt for a new smartphone may be interested in a one-day price-drop on the Moto X smartphone. Running Google's Android, it's been compared with the Nexus line-up in that it's both cheap and relatively high-end, and for a 24-hour period, the device is available off-contract for just $299.
Often, we like to present you with reviews and coverage of protective cases for your mobile devices, and for the most part, our primary intention is to help you source the strongest shell for the lowest cost. But sometimes, we can't help but get suckered in by a case that's just too cool for school, and while this Sand Art Case may well be strong enough to repel those pesky scratches and scuffs, we're far too mesmerized by the glow in the dark sand art to pay much attention to its credentials!
Developers regularly drop the prices of their apps for limited, promotional periods, and while we tend to gratefully receive whatever discount we can get our paws on, it's always that bit sweeter when an app or game goes completely free. Today, we're going to run through a total of four great apps that can be snapped up for no cost whatsoever over at the App Store, and if your iOS device's home screen is looking a little scant, then we've got the antidote right after the break!
Further to our report published yesterday of a dummy illustrating the potential form factor of the larger iPhone 6 and its supposed 5.5-inch display, we've now stumbled across a very promising snap of what appears to be the smaller of the two upcoming configurations of the rumor-besieged handset. The 4.7-inch model, which, unlike its larger cousin, isn't thought to be plagued by delays or production issues, has been snapped by an Italian blog, and since it's complete with the darker coloring and details, paints quite a vivid picture of what's allegedly next.
The team behind Project Glass has been steadfast in offering constant updates to the software of the beta'd face computer, and via the official Google+ page, has announced a series of updates headed the way of Glass Explorers this week.
The productivity apps market is fiercely contested as far as mobile devices are concerned, and while it has taken a while for Microsoft to port its iconic Office suite over to Apple's iOS, there exists a sizeable batch of useful alternatives. Along with Apple's own iWork and the aforementioned Office from Microsoft, Google has now sought to get in on the act by releasing an official Google Docs app for the Cupertino's mobile platform and its very own Android OS, alongside a further 'Google Sheets' app for all of your spreadsheet needs. Details and download links can be found below.
Samsung's Apple-bashing ways are well documented throughout the tech community, with the Cupertino company all too happy to put forth its own slanderous marketing campaigns in order to belittle its fiercest competitor. But in its latest spate of Galaxy S5 ads, Sammy has shown that it can explain where and how its flagship is better than that of its rival's without getting into the school playground-esque fare that many have grown tired of.
A newly-released, free tweak over at the BigBoss repo has sought to bridge the gap between the rather lackluster iOS keyboard and that of the desktop rig by bringing a couple of the traditional keyboard shortcuts to the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.
Microsoft's internal Research division has been operating behind the public eye for the last 23 years. In that time we have seen the department demonstrate some utterly insane projects as well as some innovative pieces of technology that have progressed to form the basis of a number of popular products and software solutions in existence today. Microsoft has been a little preoccupied recently with the acquisition of Finnish smartphone maker Nokia, but it seems its research team has still been beavering away and have now presented a new type of augmented mechanical keyboard.
