TECH NEWS
Introducing the Xperia XZ1's 3D Creator
The recently released Sony Mobile Xperia XZ1 and Xperia XZ1 Compact's 3D Creator is a seriously impressive piece of smartphone technology.
Xperia XZ1 Compact on sale next week
Sony Mobile’s Xperia XZ1 Compact smartphone goes on sale next week in Ireland from €549.99 on a prepay connection and €599 SIM free.
Instagram adds face filters for live
Instagram has added face filters to the app’s live broadcasting service, allowing Instagrammers to use a range of face filters while live streaming.
Facebook's M receives new features
Facebook’s Messenger AI assistant, M, has received three new suggestion features designed to make using Messenger more fun and simpler.
HTC to make major announcement this week
Taiwanese smartphone manufacturer HTC is set to make a major announcement on Thursday this week.
Apple Pay Cash on the way
Apple Pay Cash, the iPhone maker’s money transfer service, will launch for Apple Messages in the not-too-distant future alongside an iOS 11 update.
Nokia 9 renders leak
New renders of the upcoming Nokia 9 smartphone have leaked online, suggesting the final product will feature a near bezel-less design.
Microsoft's Pix camera app gets document support
Microsoft’s Pix camera app has been updated for iOS devices, enabling users to now take clearer scans of documents and whiteboards.
Xperia XZ1 price and date announced
The price and Irish release date for the Xperia XZ1 and Xperia XZ1 Compact has been announced by Sony Mobile.
Facebook testing Snooze feature
Facebook is currently testing a new Snooze feature that will enable users to mute friends, Pages and Groups for up to 24 hours, 7 days or 30 days.
Google Pixel 2 launches October 4
A set of billboards spotted around Boston suggest Google is getting ready to launch the Google Pixel 2 and Google Pixel 2 XL smartphones next month.
Apple announces iPhone X
Apple finally unveiled the tenth anniversary iPhone X yesterday during a special event at the Steve Jobs Theater in Apple Park, Cupertino, California.
Scientists develop disposable electronics
A team of scientists have developed a new type of electronic device which can be dissolved ‘through exposure to water molecules.'
iPhone 8 may launch tomorrow
Apple may be gearing up to launch the hotly anticipated iPhone 8 at a special event tomorrow alongside a special edition tenth anniversary iPhone.
Sony Mobile unveils 3D scanning smartphones
Today saw the unveiling of two new smartphones from Sony Mobile, both of which feature world-first smartphone technology: 3D scanning.
Facebook testing dating feature
Facebook is reportedly testing a new Tinder-like dating feature that will allow users to indicate if they would like to meet up with a fellow user.
Google Feed now rolling out
oogle’s personalised Feed feature has finally begun rolling out worldwide, providing Google app users with their own personalised news feed.
WhatsApp Businesses app announced
Yesterday saw the announcement of the WhatsApp Business app, a new free B2C messaging service.
Google Search app for iOS update released
The latest update for the Google app for iOS devices, version 34.1, has been released, bringing with it a new Trending Searches feature.
Gboard gets sticker and Bitmoji support
Google’s flagship keyboard app Gboard is set to receive support for downloadable stickers and Bitmoji this week.
iPhone 8 rumoured to launch Sept 12
A new report from the Wall Street Journal claims Apple will launch its highly anticipated iPhone 8 smartphone at a special event on September 12.
Google adds 30 more languages to voice typing
Google has added 30 new languages and locales from around the world to its voice typing technology including Georgian, Swahili and Amharic.
Facebook's Trending News rolling out on mobile
Facebook is currently rolling out its new redesigned Trending News section to iOS and Android devices in the US.
Facebook's Messenger now suggests songs
Facebook’s Messenger intelligent assistant M can now provide users with Spotify song suggestions based on their chats.
Instagram testing shared livestreams
Instagram is testing a new feature that will allow users to add another user to a single livestream for a split-screen shared broadcast.
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 colour variants leak
The colour variants for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 smartphone have leaked via Weibo and are now online.
HTC U11 to receive 60 FPS video
The recently released HTC U11 smartphone will receive 60 FPS video recording support in the coming months.
Samsung launches Galaxy S8 Active
Samsung has finally launched the Samsung Galaxy S8 Active, a shockproof version of the Galaxy S8 smartphone, in the US.
YouTube in-app messaging now available
A new in-app messaging feature is now available for the iOS and Android versions of the official YouTube app.
Google Glass Enterprise Edition launches
The Google Glass Enterprise Edition wearable device for businesses is now available to purchase from official Glass for Work partner Streye.
Xperia phones set for Android update
A number of Sony Mobile Xperia smartphones are set to receive the Android 8.0 update when it’s launched later this year.
iPhone 8 tipped for 4K video recording
A new report claims the upcoming iPhone 8 smartphone will be capable of recording 4K videos as 60fps.
LG confirms the LGV30
LG has confirmed the next smartphone the company is planning to release will be the LGV30.
Galaxy S8 to receive Android update
The Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ smartphones may receive the Android 7.1 Nougat update in the next few days.
Send Money feature added to Skype
Skype received a new payment feature on Wednesday that allows Skype users to send and receive money in chats.
Facebook acquires AI startup Ozlo
Facebook has acquired artificial intelligence startup Ozlo, a company that has raised $14 million from investors since its founding four years ago.
Nokia 8 specs leak
Specifications for the Nokia 8 smartphone have appeared on a number of benchmark websites ahead of the device’s launch at a special event on August 16.
Samsung Galaxy S8 receives VR support
Support for the Google Daydream VR platform is currently rolling out for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ smartphones.
Facebook AI shut down for inventing language
Facebook was forced to shut down one of the company’s artificial intelligence systems recently after the AI invented its own language.
iPhone 8 may feature infrared face unlock
A new report suggests the iPhone 8 may utilise an infrared face unlock as a security method for user recognition.
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