The latest Oculus Quest’s firmware as revealed some interesting new information about new Oculus Touch controllers that have yet to be announced or officially unveiled by Facebook. A reference for the ‘Oculus Jedi Controller For Oculus Del Mar’ was also discovered in the Oculus Mobile SDK. VR … [Read more...] about New Oculus Touch controllers leaked in firmware
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NVIDIA GTC 2020 Keynote day set for May 14th 2020
NVIDIA has this week announced it's GTC 2020 Keynote with CEO Jensen Huang is now set for May 14th 2020. Originally scheduled for March 23rd 2020, the GTC 2020 keynote was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. NVIDIA moved the conference online, where the GTC Digital event has attracted more … [Read more...] about NVIDIA GTC 2020 Keynote day set for May 14th 2020
OnePlus is laying off staff in the UK, Germany and France
OnePlus launched their new OnePlus 8 range of smartphones earlier this month and now it has been revealed that the company is laying off some staff in Europe. According to a recent report by Engadget, the company will be downsizing its staff in the UK, Germany, and France. This is apparently … [Read more...] about OnePlus is laying off staff in the UK, Germany and France
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS released with support until 2025
Canonical has released Ubuntu 20.04 LTS this week announcing general availability with the release providing with a particular emphasis on security and performance as well as long-term support (LTS). Ubuntu 20.04 LTS applies Kernel Self Protection measures, assures control flow integrity and adds … [Read more...] about Ubuntu 20.04 LTS released with support until 2025
Apple Music land on Samsung Smart TVs
Apple and Samsung have announced that Apple Music is now available on the latest Samsung Smart TVs. This collaboration marks a significant step in bringing more entertainment options to users directly through their television sets. The Apple Music app is available on Samsung's Smart TVs from 2018 … [Read more...] about Apple Music land on Samsung Smart TVs
Zoom 5.0 update adds new security features, AES 256-bit GCM encryption and more
Video conferencing service Zoom as announced the imminent availability of a new update, bringing with it a wealth of new security features to help its huge customer base, which has exploded since the worldwide coronavirus pandemic lockdown. Zoom is upgrading to the AES 256-bit GCM encryption … [Read more...] about Zoom 5.0 update adds new security features, AES 256-bit GCM encryption and more
New Apple Macs with Apple’s own processor coming in 2021
We have been hearing rumors for some time that Apple will be releasing Macs with their own processors and it looks like the first ones will be coming next year. According to a recent report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the first Macs with Apple's own processor will land in 2021. Transition to … [Read more...] about New Apple Macs with Apple’s own processor coming in 2021
CircuitPython 5.3.0-rc.0 released
Adafruit has this week released a new version of its CircuitPython software making CircuitPython 5.3.0-rc0 available to download. "The latest minor revision of CircuitPython, and a release candidate. If this release does not have show-stopper issues, it will be re-released as 5.3.0, the first 5.3.x … [Read more...] about CircuitPython 5.3.0-rc.0 released
Skype 8.59 update adds custom video call backgrounds and more
Microsoft has released a new update to Skype for Windows, Mac, Linux and Web, in the form of Skype 8.59 which brings with it the ability for users to use custom backgrounds during video calls. The backgrounds can be used to replace a user's real-life background obscuring personal belongings, clutter … [Read more...] about Skype 8.59 update adds custom video call backgrounds and more
Magic Leap announces layoffs as it focuses on enterprise markets
Troubled company Magic Leap has this week announced layoffs from its workforce as the company changes focus from consumer to enterprise markets. After spending millions developing an augmented reality headset which only sold a few thousand units to consumers, Magic Leap has been fighting an uphill … [Read more...] about Magic Leap announces layoffs as it focuses on enterprise markets
Facebook launches Messenger Kids app in more countries
Facebook has announced that it is launching its Messenger Kids app in more countries and they are also adding a range of new features to the app. The app is launching in 70 more countries around the world, full details on these countries can be found over at Facebook at the link below. With … [Read more...] about Facebook launches Messenger Kids app in more countries
Microsoft 365 name change rolls out worldwide
The transition of its services is now complete for Microsoft and Office 365 is now Microsoft 365. Microsoft 365 offers Personal and Family subscriptions including features for Skype, Office, PowerPoint, Excel, and more. Microsoft 365 began in 2017 as a licensing bundle for enterprise customers—a … [Read more...] about Microsoft 365 name change rolls out worldwide
