Tag: Software
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Android 6.0 Rolling Out To Previous Nexus Models
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With the Nexus 6P and 5X ushering in the new Android 6.0 software a week ago it’s only fitting that some previous generations of Google’s flagship smartphone and tablet brand should also get the goods and a selection of Nexus devices have now been confirmed as eligible for the update. Android 6.0 ‘Marshmallow’ – also…
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iOS 9 Released Today – List of Eligible Apple Devices & How to Get It
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After the latest iOS software (iOS 9) was announced at this year’s WWDC and showcased again on iPhone 6S and 6S Plus at the recent Apple event the new firmware has finally started rolling out to the public on eligible devices. From today owners of selected Apple devices ranging from the iPhone and iPad to…
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PS4 Owners Can Register to Beta Test Next Update
Sony PlayStation is inviting players to check out and give feedback on upcoming system updates with a new beta program. PS4-owning residents of the UK and USA can register to become a part of the scheme from today, and similar to the Preview Program currently employed by rival brand Xbox, Sony will be offering the…
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Latest Wii U Update Finally Brings an End to TVii
Having recently pulled the plug on its TVii service for Wii U, Nintendo has finally removed the HOME screen icon for it in the latest system update. The last trace of TVii will disappear when Wii U software version 5.5.0 is installed bringing closure to the once promising television platform – a concept which was…
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Pirates Won’t Get Free Windows 10 Upgrade
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It’s not a great idea to pirate your operating system these days, especially a Microsoft one. Whilst of course there are ways to circumvent the law, you can’t run and hide from the anti piracy measures forever. In fact, as is the case with the upcoming Windows 10, anti piracy measures are going to be…
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Microsoft’s Cortana Is Coming To iOS And Android
As I’m sure you’ll be aware, Cortana is a “digital assistant” similar to Apple’s Siri which was first demonstrated at Microsoft’s BUILD Developer Conference in San Francisco last April. The digital assistant is currently still in Beta and is available exclusively to all Windows Phone 8.1 devices and also Microsoft’s Band wearable device. Microsoft also…
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How To Check for Android Updates
Android Lollipop 5.1 is on its way out now and will be reaching eligible devices in due course. Update schedules can be dependent on the device manufacturer and the network provider and some may get the latest Android sooner than others. The best advice we can really give is be patient. You will be notified…
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Google Confirms Wireless Service At MWC
It’s never really been discussed by Google when the tech giant may or may not enter the mobile network – rumors and speculation aside the company has been pretty coy about whether they would in fact provide a service themselves. However a recent announcement at the Mobile World Congress says that the time for a…
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Concept Microwave Shows How Hot Food Is
When you microwave food it’s often hard to know just when the tasty goodness you’re warming up is heated through all the way to the middle. Often defrosting food is a haphazard affair needing a couple of blasts from the microwave before you know it’s hot in the middle, plus the only way you can…
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Facebook Buys Voice Sensor Startup Wit.ai
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Facebook has picked up voice acquisition and recognition start-up Wit.ai, a company who have been working in that field for the last 18 months. Amazingly, the small company includes 6000 developers on their platform, and specialize in creating development kits for integrating voice recognition in other apps. SEE ALSO: Microsoft has not killed Nokia! –…
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Android 5.1 Could Be Arriving Sooner Rather Than Later
Having only announced Android 5.0 Lollipop a matter of months ago with a roll out now getting under way, the team behind the Google mobile OS is already looking towards the future and their next anticipated update, Two reliable unnamed sources told AndroidPIT that Android 5.1 could be launched by the end of February 2015. The update is…
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NotCompatible.c Android Virus Discovered
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A previously discovered threat for Android which was dealt with two years has once again reared its ugly head – the malware, then known as ‘NotCompatible’ has returned under the NotCompatible.c – the main difference between the original and version c is that those employing it are using new tactics that seem to be taking…