Status of PRIV Monthly Updates

Status of PRIV Monthly Updates

21.12.2017

While the firm did announce that the PRIV would not be getting updated to Android 8.0 Oreo , it has now stated that it will no longer be supporting the handset with monthly security updates. Third, should a critical vulnerability be exposed we will engage our partners as needed to develop and deliver necessary patches. It has been two whole years since BlackBerry announced a new device running BB10 software and the manufacturer has confirmed the software will only get any kind of support ...

BlackBerry provides two more years of support for BB10, BBOS users

BlackBerry provides two more years of support for BB10, BBOS users

21.12.2017

BlackBerry announced it is ending security updates for its PRIV smartphone and says it will close its app store in December, 2019 as the company continues its transition to marketing only mobile security software. Obviously, Alex Thurber, senior vice president for Global Device Sales didn't quite put it like that. PRIV users won't be left stranded, though, if a critical security vulnerability surfaces in the meantime, he wrote.

Google rules Android apps need to have 64-bit support

21.12.2017

As Android apps will have to support 64-bit code, they won't have to ditch 32-bit compatibility. According to Google , over 40% of devices have 64-bit support. Slowly but surely, Google is finding ways to make its ecosystem more secure and performant to match the likes of Apple with its tightly controlled iOS environment.

'Pokemon Go's new AR+ mode will make wild encounters even more realistic

'Pokemon Go's new AR+ mode will make wild encounters even more realistic

21.12.2017

This means that players should be able to get more out of their handset's battery when playing Pokemon Go . "With AR+, Pokémon are now fixed to a point in space, meaning you can walk up close to a Pokémon to see to how they'll look in the real world".

Windows 10 build 17063 brings lots of new Redstone 4 features

Windows 10 build 17063 brings lots of new Redstone 4 features

21.12.2017

The feature will allow users to more easily and quickly re-engage with applications on Windows PCs, iOS , and Android devices. Windows Insiders have been anxiously awaiting the release of a "major" new Insider build of Windows 10 and after a few delays, Chief Windows Insider, Dona Sarkar hit the big red release button today.

Firefox Comes to The Fire TV

Firefox Comes to The Fire TV

21.12.2017

If using your phone or tablet to surf the web while watching content on Fire TV isn't enough, this should make some folks happy - but probably not the ones at Google's headquarters, . Firefox and Silk browsers have now been released on all Fire TV devices in more than 100 countries across the globe. Watch videos from YouTube and other popular sites - or search the entire web - with Firefox for Fire TV.

BlackBerry will support BB10 until 2020, but the Priv has been flushed

BlackBerry will support BB10 until 2020, but the Priv has been flushed

21.12.2017

The phone is still secure, even without monthly updates. While it's good news for those still using BB10 and older devices, it's not such good news for owners of the BlackBerry Priv , the company's first Android device released back in 2015.

3 ways Google is changing Play Store in 2018

21.12.2017

Google has planned to fully embrace support for 64-bit apps starting August 2019. The reason for this is simple. If your app has a 32-bit library, you'll need to add a 64-bit alternative too, either within the same APK or as one of the multiple APKs that you submit for publishing.

Windows 10 Insider build 17063 causing audio issues in Firefox, Audacity

Windows 10 Insider build 17063 causing audio issues in Firefox, Audacity

21.12.2017

In other words, Timeline works just like Apple's continuity feature in its iOS and macOS devices. You access the Timeline the same as Task View (such as Win+Tab). Not all Windows Insiders will get to experience Sets, a name that may change before Microsoft officially releases it. Created to help reduce friction in workflows that involve multiple applications, Sets collects different application experiences into browser-like tabs within a single window.

Pokemon Go For iOS 11 Gets Exclusive AR Features

Pokemon Go For iOS 11 Gets Exclusive AR Features

21.12.2017

Pokemon seen in AR+ will also have an awareness meter, which fills up the closer a player gets to them. But people tend to forget that Pokemon Go was also many people's first experience with augmented reality. This might sound more involved than simply tapping on Pokemon from the map like you always have, but there is an advantage to using AR+. To reward Trainers who show sufficient tracking skills, there's a new Expert Handler bonus which will unlock a greater amount of XP and Stardust.