Google’s new Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL handsets may have been the first to receive the new Android Oreo operating system, but Sony isn’t far behind, with the new OS update rolling out now to Xperia XZ Premium handsets. Ausdroid reports that the rollout is also under way across Hong Kong, Taiwan and Africa, with other markets set to follow in the not-too-distant future. Sony has also worked closely with Google in the development of a new LDAC codec that will see Android Oreo bring improved audio qua

Save before Black Friday: Newegg deals right nowOne of Newegg’s signature features is its Daily Deals page. Desktop Newegg Black Friday deals: Black Friday will be a great time to save on a desktop at Newegg. 4KTV Newegg Black Friday deals: Oh yes, you’ll find plenty of 4KTV deals at Newegg this Black Friday. Gaming Newegg Black Friday deals: Gaming deals and Black Friday go together like bread and cheese, and Newegg will undoubtedly partake with deals on systems like the Xbox One X and PS4 Pro.

When my FrontRow wearable camera came in the mail, I was very hesitant about donning it everywhere to record my life. Wearable cameras have a bad reputation, arguably since so-called ‘Glassholes’ were first accused of being pretentious and intrusive. Unlike most cameras, wearable ones are always on your person and they could be recording with little-to-no indication whatsoever. Between the demise of Google Glass, and Snapchat Spectacles falling into obscurity, the most common wearable camera you

The leaks for the so-called OnePlus 5T smartphone continue to drop like rain through a rotten roof, and the latest one comes from a “trusted source” who spoke with Android Authority . The new image resembles other leaks we’ve seen lately that dropped on the Chinese social media site Weibo over the weekend. Image credit: Android AuthorityThere’s even enough detail in the last set to suggest that the fingerprint scanner for the OnePlus 5T– if that, in fact, is what it’s called – will now be positi

Amazon is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its Kindle eReaders by cutting prices on the lot of them. See all the Kindle deals:Fire tablets on sale, tooAmazon’s sale on Fire tablets is a Halloween promo for kids. The Fire 7 Kids Edition is $79 after a $20 discount and comes in three colors. A pair of the Fire 7 Kids Edition tablets is $50 off for a total of $149. The Fire HD 8 Kids Edition is $99 after a slightly larger discount of $30, and it also comes in three colors.

The Google Pixel 2 hasn’t had the smoothest launch, what with all the reports trickling in about the unfortunate burn-in and muted colors on the Pixel 2 XL ‘s plastic OLED display. The white Pixel 2 releases in Australia on October 31. Fortunately, Google is reportedly trying to make amends for the shortage by offering affected users a code for a free Live Case for their troubles. If you’re affected, there’s a good chance you’ve already received an email from Google detailing your new ship date

Reports of Google Pixel 2 XL screen burn-in problems are beginning to mount, less than a week after the new Android Oreo smartphone went on sale. Screen burn-in occurs when the same image stays on the display long enough and a ghost image remains, even when moving to another screen. That seems to be what’s happening on one of our Pixel 2 XL phones and those of other reviewers who have had the device in hand for about two weeks. Still a great phoneThe Pixel XL 2 screen burn-in issue is a new phen

Ours is a volatile and rapidly changing world, but apparently one of the few things we can count on for stability is that Apple and Samsung will seemingly always be fighting a legal battle over Samsung’s infringements of Apple’s smartphone design patents. The trial has been in the works since 2011 , and it originally seemed settled after Samsung’s lawyers managed to get the original $1 billion fine dropped down to $399 million. But, following a successful appeal in December, now even that figure

Nintendo has announced it’s planning to host a Direct broadcast for its next big mobile venture Animal Crossing on October 25. During the broadcast, which will last around 15 minutes, it’s expected that Nintendo will give fans their first look at exactly what the highly-anticipated Animal Crossing mobile game will involve. Tune in to Animal Crossing Mobile Direct on 25/10 at 7am UK time to learn about the upcoming #AnimalCrossing title for smart devices. Animal Crossing for mobile was first anno

Every major design decision has been based on her real-life needs and experiences, and that’s really where FocusWriter gets its focus. I think that if you’re interested in open source, you should figure out where your passion lies, and just go for it. The writers in the crowd might be interested in NovProg: basically, a progress chart for writing your novel. Specifically, it’s based off of NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month), wherein writers commit to writing a 50,000 word novel within 30 d

The trend of near bezel-less displays continues to grow stronger, with OnePlus 5T being spotted on the company’s Chinese website earlier today. The page reveals the OnePlus 5T in all its glory, giving a clear look at what we can expect from the next OnePlus flagship smartphone. With the launch timeline drawing closer, the OnePlus 5T has made an appearance on one of the websites of the company. This probably means that the dimensions of the OnePlus 5T are same as the OnePlus 5 and only the bezels

Steam Sales are like busses, you wait ages for one, then three come along at once. The Steam Halloween Sale is first up, starting in just a few days time, unsurprisingly straddling the Halloween weekend, so you can get your hands on some discounted games to play between trick or treaters and costume party preparations. The Steam Halloween Sale is followed shortly after by the Black Friday sale, and the Winter sale. Steam Halloween Sale dates: October 26 – November 1Steam Black Friday Sale dates:

The dangers you face when shopping the Black Friday sales online differ significantly from those you’re likely to encounter in stores. While in-store shopping makes it likely you’ll receive an elbow to the face, online Black Friday browsing leaves you open to more insidious attacks from scammers. To help you navigate the online Black Friday sales and avoid becoming easy prey, we’ve got some tips to bear in mind. almost half of the products in 2015’s Black Friday sales had actually been cheaper i

The best phone in the US for 2017 has dramatically changed in recent weeks, with new phones from Apple, Google and Samsung shaking up the top 10. The good news is knowing the best phone you can buy is more than just a hunch for us. The best phone for AT&T may not be available on-contract on Verizon, and vice-versa. Before you lock into a binding contract or spring for an expensive unlocked phone, consult our best phone guide, updated regularly. There’s still no microSD support on the OnePlus 5,

At the close of last month, Microsoft announced that the Surface Pro LTE would go on sale come December 1, but now it appears that the spin on the hybrid, which sports cellular connectivity, might not be out until next spring. As Neowin reports, Microsoft updated its product page for the Surface Pro LTE to state that: “The new Surface Pro with LTE will be made available for purchase at retail Spring 2018. We’re excited to bring you a Surface Pro that is now faster, lighter, quieter, and more con

Google has said it’s aiming to take the hassle out of online shopping for Android users by streamlining the entire checkout process with a new feature called Pay with Google. Compared to real-life shopping experiences, online checkouts are relatively instantaneous but they still aren’t without their annoying time-consuming quirks. Tap, tap, payPay with Google will make it possible to remove the chance of encountering any of these obstacles by allowing you to save credit, debit and shipping addre

The Oculus Rift and HTC Vive offer superior experiences, but that comes at the expense of wire-free freedom offered by the likes of Samsung’s Gear VR. Having already revealed a wireless module for the HTC Vive, it’s now turning its attentions to the Oculus Rift. Now, this isn’t the first device claiming to make the Oculus Rift wireless, but given the positive track-record with the HTC Vive version, if you’re looking untether your Rift we think this could be a real option. No word yet on pricing,

Gird your loins ladies and gentlemen, the Steam Halloween Sale is now a matter of days away. The Steam Halloween Sale hasn’t been officially announced on the Steam Store just yet, but thanks to a leak on Reddit which was then independently verified by Eurogamer, we know that the sale will run from October 26 to November 1. Now the timing of the Halloween Sale will come as a surprise to no one, as it straddles the Halloween weekend. These are the best mice you can buy for your PCWhen does the nex

The Essential Phone launched earlier this year to a bit of a whimper with most highlighting software issues, camera problems and the very expensive price point. However, it seems one of those issues has just been solved with Essential dropping the price of the device by $200. Anyone who recently put money down on an Essential Phone is sure to be disappointed though, which such a significant reduction just two months after launch. To try and make up for it the company is offering those who bought

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