Following streaming companies such as Netflix, YouTube, Disney Plus, Amazon, and Apple, Sony has this week announced it is reducing PlayStation Network download speeds throughout Europe to help reduce the stress on the Internet at this unprecedented time. “Preserving Internet Access for the Entire … [Read more...] about Sony slows PlayStation Network downloads throughout Europe
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Mozilla launches Firefox Better Web with Scroll offering privacy and faster access to quality content
Mozilla has today announced the launch of its new Test Pilot initiative called Firefox Better Web with Scroll, created to offer users privacy and faster access. Firefox Better Web combines Mozilla’s work with third-party tracking protection and Scroll’s network to ensure users will receive a “top … [Read more...] about Mozilla launches Firefox Better Web with Scroll offering privacy and faster access to quality content
Dual screen smartphone case easily adds a second screen to your smartphone
Would you like to double your smartphone screen size? castAway is a new case designed to add an extra screen to your smartphone allowing you to benefit from a wide variety of new features. The castAway case allows you to open multiple apps at once, copy/paste, and access files and photos from dual … [Read more...] about Dual screen smartphone case easily adds a second screen to your smartphone
Verizon Wireless is giving its customers an extra 15G of data
Verizon Wireless has announced that it is giving its customers an extra 15GB of data for free during the coronavirus outbreak. The extra data is available for free for both wireless customers and also business customers. Additionally, Verizon is waiving internet and voice service charges for … [Read more...] about Verizon Wireless is giving its customers an extra 15G of data
Valve on the future of VR after successful Half-Life Alyx launch
After the successful launch of Valve’s Half-Life Alyx virtual reality game yesterday, Valve has confirmed that the other three or possibly two VR title left, and first announced by Valve’s Gabe Newell back in 2017 may not be in development. During an interview with Valve’s Greg Coomer, the UploadVR … [Read more...] about Valve on the future of VR after successful Half-Life Alyx launch
Hamilton digital watch first released back in 1970 returning
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the company’s legendary Pulsar Time Computer, the first commercially sold digital watch developed back in 1970 and released to consumers in 1972, Hamilton is launching a modern-day replica complete with a modern OLED display. This new release is a tribute to the … [Read more...] about Hamilton digital watch first released back in 1970 returning
Disney+ launched in the UK and some European countries
The new Disney+ streaming service is now available in the UK and some European countries, and the service costs £5.99 a month or £59.99 a year in the UK. In Europe, it costs €6.99 a month or €69.99 a year, and Disney is offering a seven-day free trial of the service in many countries. Disney+ … [Read more...] about Disney+ launched in the UK and some European countries
Contactless payment limit to increase to £45 in the UK from April
The contactless payment limit in the UK at the moment is £30, this will be increased to £45 from the 1st of April 2020. This is to ensure that more contactless payments can be made during the virus outbreak in the UK and less people have to use their card and pin when making a purchase. The … [Read more...] about Contactless payment limit to increase to £45 in the UK from April
Samsung announces new All-in-One Power ICs optimized for wireless Earbuds
Samsung has announced a new All-in-One Power ICs optimized for wireless Earbuds, this new chip is designed to help improve battery life and also enable more efficient designs on wireless earbuds. These new chips are designed for both the earbuds and also the charging cases for the devices and they … [Read more...] about Samsung announces new All-in-One Power ICs optimized for wireless Earbuds
Amazon Prime Video update introduces user profiles
Amazon has this week rolled out a new update to its Amazon Prime Video movie and TV series streaming service, finally adding user profiles to the service. This new feature enables members to access separate recommendations, season progress, and Watchlist based on individual profile activity. This … [Read more...] about Amazon Prime Video update introduces user profiles
Acoustic Camera demonstrated locating and visualising sound
Acoustic cameras are an innovative way to visualize sound and can be used in a number of different applications to pinpoint exactly where sounds may be emanating from. These devices are particularly useful in various fields, including industrial maintenance, environmental monitoring, and even in the … [Read more...] about Acoustic Camera demonstrated locating and visualising sound
Arduino Day 2020 stream now available to watch
Over the weekend the official Arduino Day 2020 livestream took place providing oversight of what you can expect from the Arduino platform in the near future. If you are unable to attend to catch up on the news will be pleased to know the stream is now available via YouTube view at your leisure. … [Read more...] about Arduino Day 2020 stream now available to watch
