Though Samsung included facial unlock functionality with its Galaxy Note 8, S8 and S8 Plus handsets, it was quickly upstaged by Apple’s own Face ID technology on the iPhone X, which took a 3D scan of the user’s face to provide more advanced security. Now, it appears that Samsung is planning to update its facial unlock tech with “Intelligent Scan Biometrics”, according to hidden information discovered by SamCentral in the Note 8’s Oreo beta settings APK. Dubbed Intelligent Scan, the tech will use

Microsoft is still trying to make a go of its Windows Store and its universal Windows 10 apps – those apps that adapt well to different device form factors and which are the only apps you can use on Windows 10 S. New tweaks made to iTunes for Windows suggest a Windows Store version of the mammoth media player is almost here. Italian site Aggiornamenti Lumia spotted a new ItunesUWP file hidden in the code of the latest version of iTunes for Windows, with UWP standing for Universal Windows Platfor

A new patent spotted by Galaxy Club shows Samsung might be working on a new way of identifying users: blood flow patterns. If a device could read your blood flow patterns without you having to lift a finger, confirmation of mobile payments or access to accounts could be almost instantaneous. Having a blood flow scanner could even work in conjunction with a fingerprint scanner, making it much harder for hackers to fool the tech on board a phone. As well as granting access to a device, it could al

But many companies and industry analysts are now turning their attention to the possibilities of augmented reality (AR) or mixed reality (MR) as well. This means that if tech companies want users coming back for more they’ll have to up their game. “However for it to be used every day and consistently it’s down to creating content that really works with AR, not just because it’s a new and exciting medium.”It’s not as if there are lots of AR companies doing this ‘wrong’ right now. Considering real

Remember the Google Clips camera? Announced at Google’s hardware event back in October, the compact, AI-powered snapper has just gone on sale – if you’re in the US, you can now pick one up from the Google Store for $249 with free shipping. Google had never been very clear on availability for the little camera, and as Android Police spotted, it arrived on the Google Store without any fanfare. Measuring 2 inches square, there’s a 12MP lens on board, and it can record video as well as pictures. It’

Last year brought the introduction of both the Fitbit Alta HR and Fitbit Ionic smartwatch following on from the Fitbit Charge 2 and Fitbit Flex 2 that came out at the tail end of 2016. Below you’ll find our full ranking of the best Fitbit activity trackers that you can buy right now. It’s one of the best fitness trackers you can use right now and comes with fitness features such as a heart rate tracker and guided breathing. It’s a touch cheaper than the Fitbit Charge 2 as well, so it may be the

The problem is, fitness trackers only really tell you what you’re doing, not what you should be doing, so you’re left doing your normal routine, just a little better informed. While knowing your heart rate (for example) is interesting, it’s not that valuable. Now, one of the things that is most counter intuitive is the heart rate zone for fat loss. Also, you shouldn’t ever stop moving completely if your heart rate is above 120bpm. The Nokia Body+ is a optionRather than measuring your weight, I’d

There needs to be a wedding date to marry these two technologies together, as Samsung desperately needs an in-screen fingerprint sensor. TechRadar’s always animated, unimitatable John McCann testing out the world’s first in-screen fingerprint sensor in a phoneHow it worksThe fascinating technical details behind in-screen fingerprint sensors make this furustic idea seem even more revolutionary for smartphones. This groundbreaking in-screen fingerprint sensor demo didn’t happen first on the Galaxy

The HTC Vive is the best virtual reality headset on the market, bar none. Though it’s pricier than rival Oculus Rift, HTC Vive offers an unmatched immersive VR experience. But can the HTC Vive experience get even better? You see, you can enhance your HTC Vive app and game play with some truly neat accessories that aren’t included in the box. Then keep reading for a look at key first- and third-party accessories to take your HTC Vive to the next level.

It’s a busy weekend for iPhone rumors, with Asian media outlets reporting several whisperings around Apple’s plans for 2018. We could see as many as four new iPhones appear this year, and it now seems likely that the iPhone X will stay on sale too. Previous reports had suggested Apple was planning to cancel production of the iPhone X once its successors were on the market, but that’s not the case according to a report from The Investor. It says the current top-tier phone is going to stay as the

Both TVs have 4K UltraHD displays that include Samsung’s QLED technology for an improved contrast ratio and picture quality. Big screens for the big gameSamsung Q7F 65-inch 4K UltraHD TVNow $2,199 ($1,800 off) Snag this 65-inch TV for $1,800 off the original price. The 65-inch MU8500 is a curved 4K TV that would normally cost $2,399, but is just $1,399 now after $1,000 off. Samsung MU8500 curved 65-inch 4K UltraHD TVNow $1,399 ($1,000 off) If you’ve got a craving for curved TVs, the Samsung MU85

The HTC Vive Pro was one of the more interesting reveals at the CES 2018 tech show, in part because of the two lenses on front of the visor that sparked much discussion. Could they mean that the new HTC Vive was going to support augmented reality? Unfortunately, as related by HTC Vive Vice President Raymond Pao, the sensors’ VGA resolution isn’t good enough to support the kind of inside-out tracking found in the HTC Vive Focus (currently available only in China). And, of course, the option to us

Microsoft has released a new tool that takes the hassle out of designing apps by turning sketches into useable code. Microsoft Ink to Code lets developers skip this step by drawing using a mouse or touchscreen, then turning the sketch into a working prototype. Ink to Code uses AI to automatically tidy up hand-drawn designs, resizing and aligning elements to create a neat wireframe. Ink to Code is only a prototype at the moment, but it’s available to download free from the Windows Store. Space to

There’s also something called ‘long-exposure noise’, which isn’t related to the ISO setting. Digital noise comes in two types: color, or chroma, noise and luminance noise. Cameras and photo-editing applications do offer luminance noise reduction, but there’s a trade-off in terms of image quality. The single most important thing you can do to reduce noise is reduce your camera’s ISO setting. If you’re interested in low-light photography, and in the market for a new camera, keep in mind that bigge

Smartwatches and fitness trackers may one day benefit from artificial intelligence tech, or that’s what Huawei thinks may be possible in the future. “One possible route is to link those two together with artificial intelligence. If AI on wearables is going to happen, Huawei clearly believes it’s in a good position to push them out. Gauden said, “With the Mate 10 Pro we’ve actually got on device AI. Don’t expect to see artificial intelligence on the Huawei Watch 3 though.

Looking for the best shows on Amazon Prime? This is our pick of the best Amazon Prime TV shows, the TV series that we have been watching and loving on what has become one of the most popular streaming services around. Since the launch of Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime has grown into a media powerhouse. TechRadar has curated a list of the best Amazon Prime shows around. It’s worth noting that these are the best Amazon Prime TV shows that can be watched instantly when you have Amazon Prime acces

We’ve just been given our best look at the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus to date, with a full-frontal shot of each handset popping up online. The image was tweeted by renowned leaker @evleaks, who posted the message “These are the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+” alongside the shot. These are the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ https://t.co/deXGg39m0d pic.twitter.com/RNGezrF4BsJanuary 26, 2018What you’ll notice right away is the Galaxy S9 duo look almost identical to the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus devices

Walmart has joined forces with Japanese company Ratuken, owner of the Kobo ebook platform, to start selling ebooks, ereaders and audiobooks. You’ll be able to buy Kobo’s Aura-branded ebook readers in Walmart stores, and take your pick from thousands of digital titles from the superstore’s website. Ebooks and audiobooks bought through Walmart’s site will be DRM-protected, meaning you’ll only be able to read them on a Kobo device, or a Walmart-Kobo app for desktop, iOS and Android devices. Audible

How can you get an Apple HomePod? The Apple HomePod will cost $349 in the US, £319 in the UK and $499 in Australia. What is the Apple HomePod? For those who haven’t been following the news and announcements around the Apple HomePod, it’s a smart speaker powered by Siri. Because Apple is pretty late to the smart speaker party, it’s not clear yet what kind of demand the HomePod will have.

The UK government’s former Secretary of State for Culture, Media, and Sport John Whittingdale has published a call to arms over illegal streaming. In a statement specifically calling out Kodi boxes, he said:“Illegal streaming of copyright content is tantamount to theft and is already doing huge damage to our broadcasters, content creators and rights owners. And the cost of this, as always with piracy, is the future of the arts. Want to learn more about legitimate use of Kodi? Check out: Kodi is