Yahoo's new "on-demand" system will tie your mobile number with your Yahoo account, sending you a unique verification key every time you want to login to your account. The software giant has announced its take on password security with a service that removes the password altogether. With its on-demand service, Yahoo will deliver a one-time key every time a user needs to log in to...
Extras + Info picked up an update to version 3.14.7.4, although the changelog does not make note of what's new other than "general fixes and improvements." Thus far, the only change we've noticed is that the Firmware Update Notifier version number has bumped from 1.2.11.1 to 1.2.12.1. Let us know if you're seeing anything else. Download Extras + Info for Windows Phone (Lumia-only...
Popular third-party YouTube app myTube has been updated to version 2.0.18 that introduces the ability to autoplay videos. Also included is a feature that automatically checks a user's product key upon launch, which comes in handy considering that several users were facing issues in accessing paid features of the app after the 2.0 update. That issue has been resolved with an earlier...
Announced earlier this year, Samsung's ATIV One 7 Curved is a curved all-in-one PC that features a 27-inch full-HD display. If you're interested in bringing an element of curve into your workspace, you can now buy the PC in the U.S. through Samsung's website for $1,299. For that amount, you get a 2.2GHz Intel Core i5 5200U CPU, 8GB RAM (DDR3L), 1TB mechanical hard drive and a 64-bit...
Xbox One March update has commenced rollout, bringing with it the ability to take screenshots and set them as the background image. Screenshot functionality works in two ways: You can either double tap the Xbox button on the controller — which triggers a screenshot — and then press "Y" to save it, or use Kinect to say "Xbox, take a screenshot." Ability to change background images on...
If you're looking to charge your Windows Phone on the go, you'll be glad to know that Microsoft's DC-21 external power bank is now available in India. Listed on Flipkart, the power bank is retailing in the country for Rs. 3,499 ($56). The 6000mAh battery can charge your device twice before it runs out of power. There's an LED indicator that shows the remaining charge, and the battery...
EA has announced that it is shutting down Maxis Emeryville, the studio behind franchises such as The Sims and SimCity. Development of SimCity will continue at EA's studios in Redwood Shores, Salt Lake City, Helsinki and Melbourne. Here's EA statement in full, as provided to Kotaku : Today we are consolidating Maxis IP development to our studios in Redwood Shores, Salt Lake City,...
Members of Electronic Arts' subscription game service for the Xbox One — EA Access — can now play the full version of Madden NFL 15. The game is the ninth to be to added to the service's game library. The full list of titles that are available for EA Access members now include EA Sports UFC, Battlefield 4, Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare, Need For Speed Rivals, Madden NFL 25, FIFA...
If you're rocking a Lumia device from Telstra and are yet to make the switch to Denim, chances are you will be able to do so by the end of the month. The Australian carrier has mentioned that the update is currently in testing for handsets such as the Lumia 520, Lumia 625, Lumia 920 and Lumia 1320, with these devices scheduled to receive the update starting March 30. Lumia 925 and Lumia...
The crew at Telegram Messenger Beta have noted a massive increase in popularity in South America, which is why they've rolled out an update that allows the service to scale in the region. The sudden increase in users has to do with a ban imposed on WhatsApp in Brazil on February 27 over violent images shared on the network. A Brazilian judge called a ban on WhatsApp after it was...
If you're an Xbox Live Gold subscriber, look no further for great deals on recent titles. This week's Deals with Gold include discounts on Assassin's Creed Unity for Xbox One, which is now available at a discounted price of $40.99, down from its usual price of $59.99. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 has also been discounted, and is now available for $29.99. Xbox One titles on sale: The...
Microsoft had previously announced that all Lumia devices in India will receive the Lumia Denim update by the end of February, and now it looks like the final few devices are making the switch to the latest firmware. Lumia 830 owners in the country are starting to receive the OTA update, according to a number of tips we've gotten. If you're currently rocking the Lumia 830 in India,...
Interested in Microsoft's latest foldable Bluetooth-enabled keyboard accessory? So are we. Check out our hands-on video to know what's on offer with the Universal Foldable Keyboard. The keyboard is portable, and connects to two devices simultaneously, with buttons available for toggling between the two. Cross-platform functionality means that the keyboard works on Android devices as...
We got a look at Microsoft's new web browser for Windows 10 — Project Spartan — in January, and at Mobile World Congress the Redmond giant is demoing the functionality of the browser on Windows 10 for phones. The browser has a clean UI, and being a universal app allows you to sync information across devices. One of the highlights with Spartan is the reading list feature, which comes...
A premature announcement coming out of Microsoft's news center outed two devices that are likely scheduled to make their debut on March 2, the Lumia 640 and the Lumia 640 XL. The leak coincides with earlier rumors that we'll be seeing new entry-level hardware at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, where Microsoft is hosting a press conference at 7:30 am GMT on March 2. According to...
Messaging service Line received an update today that sees the introduction of a timeline feature, through which you can share texts, images and videos with your friends. Line has a large userbase in Asian countries, where it is seen as an alternative to carrier-based SMS services. The messaging service also picked up video calling in a recent update. With the new timeline feature,...
It looks like the Lumia Denim update for the Lumia 920 is rolling out to several countries around the globe. We're received tips from our readers stating that the update is now available in Greece, Netherlands, Norway and the UK. The update commenced rollout in India yesterday. Based on information we've received thus far, it looks like EE started rolling out the update to its Lumia...
U.S. retailer B&H has commenced sales of the unlocked Lumia 435 for $99.99. The retailer joins NewEgg in offering the entry-level device in the US. B&H is offering the Lumia 435 in black, white and bright orange color variations. The device itself comes with a 4-inch 800 x 480 display, 1.2GHz dual-core Snapdragon 200 CPU, 1GB RAM, 8GB internal memory, microSD card slot, 2MP...
Update: A new report in The Intercept claims that Gemalto is drastically downplaying the effects of this attack. In the report, several security researchers came to the conclusion that "the company made sweeping, overly-optimistic statements about the security and stability of Gemalto's networks, and dramatically underplayed the significance of the NSA-GCHQ targeting of the company and...
After launching a tool that allowed educators to digitally distribute course content to students last year, Microsoft is now launching a utility called OneNote Staff Notebook for Education to "cultivate and manage educator collaboration at the district and school level." The tool, which works in a similar way as the OneNote Class Notebook, lets staff leaders such as principals,...