Sony Xperia Z4 Dual variant possibly confirmed by leaked screenshots
Last year, Sony had a limited release of a dual-SIM variant to their flagship Xperia Z3 and it appears from these leaked screenshots that they may do this again with the Xperia Z4.
A few of the screenshots show the settings menu of a Sony device running with specs that are consistent with the rumors for the Xperia Z4 and also shows there is a category called “Dual SIM settings”. Additionally, you can see what Lollipop is going to look like on this smartphone.
Sony is not expected to release the Xperia Z4 during Mobile World Congress 2015 this year. Sadly, we’ll have to wait patiently to see when Sony plans to unveil the smartphone and its variants, like this Dual.
Source: Digi-Wo via Xperia Blog
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T-Mobile brings device software update page to life, lacks any real information
Keeping customers in the know on when their device may, or may not, receive a software update is tricky business. In the beginning we really never knew. We just waited and hoped it would come. Then things got heated where an update would land on one device in one country and never make it to […]
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PS4’s game-sharing feature used to delete a kid’s ‘Destiny’ characters
The very conceit of PlayStation 4’s Share Play feature is futuristic as all get-out, but it has a dark side too. Take 5th grader Henry Kramer’s recent Destiny woes for example. After virtually passing his DualShock 4 to another player to access a glitch that Kramer hoped would quickly boost his characters, the other party urged him to go grab something from another room as a distraction, according to Eurogamer. Twitch viewers (Kramer was streaming at the time) watched as the nefarious user proceeded to delete two of his three characters: a nearly maxed out level 31 Warlock and a level 26 Titan, but it wasn’t until Kramer came back that he saw the damage done. You can hear him crying upon his realization in the video linked here, and, well, it’s hard to not be affected by it at least a little bit.
Developer Bungie won’t transfer any high-level gear to Kramer’s account, despite petitions from the game’s community, but in an effort to spread the word, made the video that Kramer’s mom sent in part of last Friday’s weekly update. Sadly, because Kramer knowingly gave control of his account to the troll, no wrongdoing had occurred. To Bungie’s credit, Kramer’s mom says that members of the Destiny development team have offered to play with him to make the leveling process a bit faster. What’s more, the team says it “has plans to make regrettable deletions less permanent,” as it works on new features for the game.
And the person that did the deleting? Game Informer contacted the account owner and the story isn’t as cut and dried as you might think. Turns out that the troll wasn’t the account owner himself, but a visitor. Twenty-three year-old “Adam” was in a pretty serious car accident not that long ago and as such, he’s been at home recovering and has a lot of friends passing through to spend time with him. The jerk that deleted Kramer’s save files was one such pal, but Adam says because of the amount of painkillers he’s on, he sleeps a lot while people are over and he can’t pinpoint exactly who did it.
The team says it “has plans to make regrettable deletions less permanent,” as it works on new features for the game.
So, there are a few takeaways from this. One, this could’ve been prevented with the safety measures available for kids’ PlayStation Network accounts (those that prevent Twitch streaming and limit messaging, for instance). Secondly, don’t let strangers jump into your game sessions with Share Play. Perhaps most importantly though, follow Wheaton’s Law to the letter: Don’t be a dick.
Filed under: Gaming, Internet, HD
Via: Eurogamer
Source: YouTube, Game Informer
Apple Acquires Popular Instrument and Effect Plug-In Maker Camel Audio
Apple appears to have acquired popular music plug-in and effect maker Camel Audio, based on information found on corporate registry site Companies House [PDF]. Camel Audio’s address has been updated to 100 New Bridge Street, which is Apple’s London address, and the company’s sole director is now listed as Apple lawyer Heather Joy Morrison, suggesting the company is in the possession of Apple.
Camel Audio is known for its range of plug-ins, synthesizers, effects, sound libraries, which were available via the company’s Alchemy software. Previously available for $249, Alchemy included more than 1000 sounds, 5.5GB worth of samples, a powerful additive resynthesis engine, spectral resynthesis, a virtual analog synthesizer, and more. Its powerful engine was highly useful to those who liked to create and manipulate audio for unique sounds.
Camel Audio first shut its doors on January 8, 2015, removing all access to its software from its website. At the time, the company did not divulge why it had suddenly ceased selling its content, but Camel Audio fans speculated about a potential takeover.
We would like to thank you for the support we’ve received over the years in our efforts to create instruments and effects plug-ins and sound libraries. Camel Audio’s plug-ins, Alchemy Mobile IAPs and sound libraries are no longer available for purchase.
We will continue to provide downloads of your previous purchases and email support until July 7, 2015. We recommend you download all of your purchases and back them up so that you can continue to use them (Instructions: How to Download and Backup Your Products).
It is not known what Apple plans to do with Camel Audio, but it’s possible the company’s technology could be incorporated into a future version of Logic Pro X, Apple’s software designed for professional musicians.
(Thanks, Sepp!)
Chromebook Pixel 2 said to be coming “soon”
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Back in February of 2013 Google took the wraps off the Chromebook Pixel, a high-end Chromebook that was more of a proof of concept than something truly aimed at everyday consumers. While most Chromebooks were (and still are) budget-friendly products meant to act as a portal to the web for everyday users, the Pixel was jam-packed full of advanced features, a touchscreen and bore a much more premium design.
Are you among those that had Pixel envy? Hoping to see the series catapult its way into 2015? You may just get your chance! It is worth noting that rumors of a Chromebook Pixel 2 have been whispered for a while now, but now we have at least a semi-official confirmation that it really is happening. Google’s Renee Nieme let the cat of the bag early this week at an event in San Diego. Here is the gist of what she said, as reported originally by OMG Chrome:
We do have a new Pixel coming out and it will be coming out soon. We will be selling it but I just have to set your expectations: this is a development platform. This is really a proof of concept. We don’t make very many of these — we really don’t.
So what can we expect from the Pixel 2? Honestly we know very little at this point, other than it is coming “soon”. That said, we wouldn’t be surprised if the device continues pushing the boundaries of what we expect from a Chrome OS device, while also coming in at pricing that is way beyond a typical Chromebook. For those that need a reminder, the original was a whopping $1,300.
While the Pixel is obviously aimed at developers and hardcore Google enthusiasts, I’d personally rather see a device that meets the current budget-friendly Chromebooks and the original Pixel somewhere in the middle, say a $500 to $650 laptop with high-end specs that is better than your average Chromebook, but doesn’t completely break the bank. How about you? Let us know what you think in the comments.
Google confirms a Chromebook Pixel refresh is coming soon
According to a YouTube video that Google posted, then subsequently pulled earlier today, the company is pretty close to releasing a follow-up to the Chromebook Pixel, a high-end Chromebook the company released all the way back in 2013 for a hefty (at least by Chromebook standards) $1300.
HTC teaser points to more powerful BoomSound speakers on the One M9
HTC’s latest teaser for the upcoming One M9 suggests that we may see a more powerful BoomSound stereo speaker configuration on the device. The Taiwanese manufacturer teased a video on Twitter with the tagline “Get your hands on bigger boom”, followed by a reveal date of March 1, which is when the One M9 is set to officially debut.
Image of Motorola Moto E (2015) for Verizon leaks
The mystery announcement from Motorola on February 25 could be the Moto E (2015). Today, an alleged image of the Moto E (2015) for Verizon leaked. The device, which initially surfaced in January, looks awfully similar to last year’s model. And here we just have that same device with Big Red’s logo stamped at the bottom of the rear.
The following are the specs listed by Best Buy earlier this month:
- 4.5-inch display (960×540)
- Quad-core processor clocked at 1.2GHz with 1GB of RAM (from Qualcomm)
- 5MP rear camera / VGA front camera
- 8GB internal storage with microSD card slot for an additional 32GB
- Android 5.0 Lollipop
Source: Android Police
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Daily Roundup: Microsoft predicts (most) Oscar winners, Google Wallet and more!
From Oscar winners to gadget leaks and a robot that feeds you tomatoes while you run, we’ve got plenty of stories to get you talking in today’s Daily Roundup. Won’t you join us past the break?
Microsoft came remarkably close to predicting all 24 Oscar winners
It turns out Cortana isn’t the only fortune teller Microsoft has on hand. Economist David Rothschild works at the company’s New York lab and correctly predicted 20 out of 24 Oscar winners for last night’s Academy Awards.
HTC One M9 store images hint at an evolutionary phone design
MobileGeeks has spotted German store listings that suggest most rumors about the new HTC One M9 are true, with a few bonus features to boot. It looks like the phone will be getting a software upgrade, as well as boost its size to store bigger and better hardware.
The top 11 tablets you can buy today
Want to buy a tablet without breaking your budget? We rounded up 11 of our favorites with wide price ranges for you to browse.
Piggybacking robot feeds you tomatoes while you run
The odd contraption you see above is an actual, functioning robot that feeds you tomatoes, which are apparently chock full of antioxidants, while you run. However, don’t expect to see it on the streets anytime soon — it was created as a promotion for last weekend’s Tokyo Marathon.
Microsoft Band update lets you type replies and track your cycling
Microsoft’s Band just got a lot more useful. With the latest update, you can type replies on the activity tracker using a predictive keyboard, as well as track your bike workouts in the new cycling mode.
Pebble inadvertently teases its first color smartwatch
As Pebble prepares for a big announcement tomorrow, fans of the device think they’ve already discovered a new feature — a color watch face. As to what’s on the inside, 9to5Mac suggests the wearable is getting a new processor, better motion detection and a revamped interface.
Google Wallet to come pre-installed on phones for major carriers
Google is stepping up its mobile payment game — thanks to a new partnership with AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile, Google Wallet will come pre-installed on their Android phones running KitKat or higher starting later this year.
Deal: original G Flex for just $244.99, in new condition
Towards the end of last month we saw the original LG G Flex go on sale through Ebay for just $229.99, a heck of a deal for LG’s first curved smartphone — even if the device isn’t nearly as impressive as the latest iteration of G Flex series. Missed out on the opportunity to snag the phone for cheap while you could? You’ll want to listen up.
Daily Red Tags is now offering up the LG G Flex in black for $244.99, only $15 more expensive than the last deal and at least a hundred dollars cheaper than any other G Flex offer out there. It’s also worth noting that this model is marked as “new”, whereas the previous offer was for a refurbished model. For those that need the refresher on the hardware, the phone is powered by a 2.26GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor and paired with 2GB RAM. Other specs include a 6-inch curved P-OLED display with 720 x 1280 resolution, 32GB storage, a 13MP rear-facing camera and a 2.1MP front-facing camera.
While the G Flex might not have the most impressive display resolution or even the most powerful processing package these days, it is still absolutely worth the sub-$250 asking price, which isn’t too much more than what you’d spend on budget-level phones like the Moto G.
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