Headshot: Watch new Unreal Tournament devs play first deathmatch
In three weeks time, what can you accomplish? When we last heard from the Unreal Tournament team at Epic Games, they’d only announced that the project was a thing. Well, now there’s video of them playing a round of deathmatch in an early build, as spotted by Joystiq. It isn’t much to look at, what with the lack of complex textures and level geometry, but, it’s a totally playable game and there are definitely people running around and shooting at each other with frickin’ lasers. What’s more, you can join in on the work-in-progress mayhem for yourself if you’re paying the $19 per month for a subscription to Unreal Engine 4. You can leave feedback in the official forums with a free account, too. Like Tappy Chicken before it, this fast progress by a small team shows just how flexible and easy the new development tools are to use. Who knows, maybe we could see a beta version sooner than expected — better dust off those Flak Cannon skills just in case.
Filed under: Gaming, Home Entertainment, Software, HD
Via: Joystiq
Source: Epic Games
The 7-inch Samsung Galaxy Mega device is pushing the limits of the phablet Label
Smartphones as a group of devices have slowly been increasing in size ever since they graduated to touch screen displays, so much so that the line between phones and tablets were blurred. The term “phablet” was invented for these devices, with the capabilities of a phone, but much too large for some to be comfortable with. The largest phablet so far that I can think of is the Sony Xperia Z Ultra which topped out at 6.4-inches, however it looks like Samsung is going to trump that by more than half an inch. A 7-inch Samsung Galaxy Mega device, which could go by either Galaxy Mega 2, Galaxy Mega 7.0 or even Galaxy W, has recently been spotted after being shown off by a case maker.
While the screen size is definitely not anything we’ve seen on a smartphone or phablet, you can see that the design of the device is definitely closer to Samsung’s smartphone devices. As with the Galaxy Mega devices last year, this 7-inch Galaxy Mega device isn’t anything to write home about hardware-wise; it allegedly has a quad core Snapdragon 400 clocked at 1.2GHz, 1.5GB RAM and 8GB storage. And despite the display being a monstrous 7 inches, the resolution will only be 720p. The device has already gotten approval at the FCC which means it is at least going to be launched in the U.S. and, from the looks of the leaked image above, China as well.
What do you think about a 7-inch Samsung Galaxy Mega? Is it going a bit far with the screen size? Let us know what you think in the comments.
Source: ortud.com via TalkAndroid
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Samsung trademarks ‘Galaxy Wear’
It looked like Samsung were done with Android powered smartwatches after they announced that their very own Tizen would be OS of choice from now on, but it seems they could still be in the game for Android wearables after a recent trademark filing was made by the company.
Samsung had mentioned in previous briefings that a future smartwatch manufactured by them would be powered by Google’s Android Wear platform and now the company filed for the name “Galaxy Wear” at the Korean Intellectual Property Office, it certainly sounds like we could see a Android wearable device once again.
We can only surmise that they plan to release an Android wear device as no details have been confirmed that any such thing is in development but as we know, Samsung don’t like to late to the party and it wont want to miss this one.
Source: Sammobile
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Microsoft’s smartwatch is coming and will sync with iOS and Android
It’s no secret that Microsoft will be one of the many joining the smartwatch game within this year, but now we’ve learned a little bit more about the upcoming wearable. A report claims that the smart device will not just be for Windows phone, but be cross-platform and available for iOS and Android. This latest report matches Satya Nadella‘s mission to bring Microsoft services to all platforms.
The report also claims that the device will measure heart rates throughout the entire day, not just when activated. The smartwatch is also expected to feature a two day long battery and a full color touch screen. The smartwatch will compete with Samsung’s maturing variety of smart fitness tech, as well as the upcoming moto 360, LG G Watch, Apple’s expected iWatch, HTC’s rumored smartwatch and much more.
I sure hope Microsoft can pull this off. I’m a big fan of competition, as it only makes devices better and better in the industry. To really make an impact, I believe Microsoft must utilize every bit of services they provide to be compatible with this watch, including full Windows 8 compatibility, Office, Xbox Smartglass, and more.
The patent files can be found here for Microsoft’s smartwatch.
Source: Forbes
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Galaxy Tab S 10.5 leaks on images ahead of launch
June 12 is the date when Samsung is expected to announce their Galaxy Tab S lineup. First the Galaxy Tab S 10.5 leaked and not long after that the 8.4 version did the same.
This new set of leaked images, courtesy of @evleaks, look pretty convincing and quite frankly official. One (if not both) of these tablets are expected to sport a 2560×1600 AMOLED screen, after Samsung had a brief fling with LCD panels in their Galaxy TabPRO and NotePRO tablets. Other than the screen an 8MP camera is expected as well as Magazine UX UI and Android 4.4 KitKat.
We should know more on June 12. Although there’s a June 19 date mentioned on one of the renders, could this be the date of the launch or is it just a coincidence? We’ll find out soon. Do you plan to get either of these devices?
SOURCE: @evleaks
VIA: TechnoBuffalo
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The NSA has collected ‘millions’ of faces from the web
The NSA isn’t just interested in pure communications intelligence like call records; it wants to look for faces, too. Documents leaked by Edward Snowden reveal that the NSA has been using facial recognition software to scan the internet for portraits and match them with investigative data. The agency can determine whether or not a suspect spotted in a photo or video chat has a valid passport, for example, or find out if informants have said anything about that person. It can even spot subtle changes (like beards) and link photos to satellite info to pinpoint someone’s whereabouts. As of 2011, the NSA was getting about 55,000 “facial recognition quality” images per day out of “millions” of candidates, according to the leaked material.
As with calls and messages, the NSA can’t officially run queries on photos of Americans without getting a court’s approval first. A spokeswoman notes that large-scale metadata collection doesn’t include these faces, and those the agency does find can help catch targets who “disguise themselves.” However, there aren’t any laws explicitly protecting face detection data; it’s not clear just what spies are allowed to do with the headshots they collect. While this content is more likely to be public than a call or message, and thus less sensitive by itself, civil liberty advocates are worried that the NSA may be diminishing privacy by learning so much about someone from a simple picture.
[Image credit: AP Photo/Gerry Broome]
Filed under: Internet
Source: New York Times
The Oppo R6007 looks awfully like a Oppo Find 7 Mini, due for release on June 3rd
The Oppo Find 7 is an incredibly intriguing device, even among the best of the best, with its ability to turn its 13MP camera’s photos into 50MP images. While only the “normal” variant, the Oppo Find 7a, has so far been released, it looks like Oppo is already primed to follow up with a slightly smaller device with a very similar design. Short of calling it the Oppo Find 7 Mini, Oppo is calling this device the Oppo R6007 and says on its website that the device will be available from June 3rd.
While the Find 7 had a 5.5-inch screen, the R6007 will have a more manageable 4.7-inch display, though with only 720p resolution. The R6007 will also have a Snapdragon 400 processor clocked at 1.6Ghz, 1GB RAm, 8GB storage (with microSD slot), a 2,140mAh battery and has 4G support. Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like the R6007 will have quite the image processing prowess that the Find 7 has as the rear camera is going to only be 8MP, though it’s unclear if Oppo’s PureImage technology will make it in. The Oppo R6007 is going to sell for ￥1799.00, or about $288 USD, which is a relatively reasonable price, although Oppo hasn’t stated whether the device is going to be available outside of China yet.
Would you be interested in the R6007 over the Find 7? Let us know what you think in the comments below.
Source: Oppo via Phone Arena
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Feedback Loop: WWDC predictions, Dropcam Pro impressions and more!
Ring in the weekend with the latest edition of Feedback Loop. Apple’s WWDC kicks off on Monday and we try to predict what will be announced, share impressions of the Dropcam Pro, discuss the viability of DIY data storage, talk about our favorite task management apps and wonder where all the good Windows 8 apps are hiding. Head past the break to find out what Engadget readers like you are saying.
WWDC 2014 Predictions
Apple kicks of their annual World Wide Developers Conference on Monday. We’re expecting to see previews of iOS 8 and OS X 10.10. However, it’s possible Apple might have something else up their sleeve. In the forums, we’re sharing our own predictions that range from a potential iWatch announcement to ARM powered laptops. What do you think they’ll show off on Monday?
Dropcam Pro impressions
If you want to watch your pets while you’re away at work, what sorts of devices would you use? Jonursenbach wanted to keep tabs on his pug during the day, so he picked up a Dropcam Pro and shared his first impressions. If you’re in the market for a new camera, take a look at his post and then let him know if you have any questions.
Managing your data at home
We generate a lot of bits and bytes each day. From photos and videos to documents and email, there’s a lot of data floating around that can be a pain to properly manage and keep track of. Frank asks whether it’s worth it to build your own digital storage system, purchase one from somebody like Synology, or just pay for a cloud locker. How are you managing all your digital data?
To-do: Remember to check my to-do list
Engadget’s guru of all things social media, John Colucci, recently started using Trello as his primary task management tool and shared his experience in the forums comparing comparing it to other apps that do the same thing. With everything going on in our lives, how do you keep on top of your responsibilities?
Heyo, where all the Windows 8 Apps at?
Windows 8 has been available for awhile now and you can easily find it on new PCs and Windows tablets. However, ThatsIsJustCraz is wondering why we haven’t seen more well designed Windows 8 applications around. Is this a real problem that Windows 8 has or is he just not looking in the right places? Share your thoughts in his discussion.
That’s all this week! Do you want to talk about your favorite gadget or have a burning question about technology? Register for an Engadget account today, visit the Engadget forums and start a new discussion!
Leak hints the Galaxy S5 Mini will keep its bigger sibling’s sensors
While many have been expecting Samsung to launch a mini version of the Galaxy S5 given the company’s past habits, there have been questions about just what the smartphone would include. Would it be as hobbled as last year’s S4 Mini? Maybe not. SamMobile has received photos of a purported Galaxy S5 Mini which hint that this smaller device could include the fingerprint and heart rate sensors of its full-size sibling, as well as the water-resistant shell. Not surprisingly, it would also share the Ultra Power Saving mode and other software tricks.
The snapshots don’t reveal what’s inside, but their source claims that the hardware won’t be quite as much of a downgrade as in previous years. You could see a 4.5-inch, 720p AMOLED display along with a budget-minded 1.4GHz quad-core processor; there should also be a decent 1.5GB of RAM, an 8-megapixel rear camera, a 2-megapixel front shooter and 16GB of expandable storage. The tip doesn’t include a release date, but it’s coming hot on the heels of the Galaxy S5 Active launch — it’s easy to see the Mini arriving relatively soon.
Filed under: Cellphones, Mobile, Samsung
Source: SamMobile
Head of Intel’s former internet TV project abandons ship
When Intel formally abandoned its IPTV project in a sale to Verizon, the team behind it transitioned as part of the deal. Now, only four months later, the man who’s been in charge of the venture all along has washed his hands of it, too. Erik Huggers, who originally outed Intel’s plan to create an IPTV service/hardware platform (later dubbed OnCue), moved to Verizon and continued on as project lead. There’s no indication that Huggers left on bad terms, or that OnCue’s progression is stagnating at Big Red.
“There were no conflicts at all. The technology is great, the team is great, the future is secure, the dream lives on,” he told Reuters. While Huggers isn’t leaving for anything in particular, apart from telling the WSJ that it’s simply “time to move on,” he’s apparently got a “couple of irons in the fire.” What we’re more interested in, however, is the future of the OnCue platform now its leader’s departed. Perhaps a set of fresh legs is exactly what Verizon needs to finally create a product that, up to now, has been nothing more than high-profile vaporware.
Filed under: Home Entertainment, Wireless, Internet, HD, Verizon, Intel
Source: Reuters
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