LG’s official reveal of its twisting Wing smartphone had a Marvel-esque post-credit scene: a teaser of the next phone in its new “Explorer Project” range, which appears to have an expandable, slide-out display.
The clip, as spotted by CNET, doesn’t offer a lot of information, just a brief shot of the side of the phone expanding out and sliding back before it lights up and a “hold your…
Razer data leak may have exposed info of over 100,000 customers
September 15, 2020
If you recently bought something from Razer, you&aposll want to keep an eye on your email inbox for suspicious links. According to security researcher Bob Diachenko, the company recently misconfigured one of its Elasticsearch servers, leaving the sensitive customer…
As Xbox Game Pass Ultimate launches cloud gaming, it must solve the last-mile problem
September 15, 2020
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is launching the option to stream games from the cloud beginning tomorrow, September 15. This will give subscribers in 22 countries the capability to play full console games on an Android device. Like Netflix, you won’t host anything locally.
Electronic Arts doubles down on EA Play brand with EA Desktop app
September 15, 2020
Electronic Arts is launching a new EA Desktop app, a beta version of its revamped Origin online gaming service that EA calls a next-generation PC gaming platform. But it’s one more app among many in the subscription-loving video game business today.
EA says the service will have faster downloads and updates, simpler access to games, and the ability to connect with friends across platforms.
Sony Unveils the Ultra-Compact Sony a7C Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera
September 15, 2020
As promised, Sony unveiled a new full-frame mirrorless camera via livestream this evening. But while this was originally rumored to be a compact entry-level model that would sit below the popular Sony a7 III, the new Sony a7C may be more of a step sideways than a true budget…
The next-generation of Xbox gaming is a little more complicated than what we’re used to. This past week, Microsoft announced it’s releasing not one but two new consoles: the Xbox Series X and the Xbox Series S. Not only that, but Microsoft’s initial crop of first-party…
Unbox Therapy gets first hands-on w/ LG Wing, goes deep on camera features [Video]
September 15, 2020
The LG Wing was announced this morning, but as of this writing, only one member of the US media actually has a device for a hands-on (as far as we can tell). That’s Lew from Unbox Therapy, unsurprisingly, and you can check out his full hands-on with the weird new phone — including a deep dive on its camera functions — below…
The unboxing isn’t anything surprising if you’ve seen a…
How to set Chrome or Edge as your default browser on the iOS 14 beta
September 15, 2020
iOS 14 brings one of the most long-awaited features to Apple’s operating system in years: the ability to change the default browser from Apple’s Safari to a third-party option like Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Mozilla Firefox. But you don’t have to wait for Apple…
US Customs isn’t backing down, says seized OnePlus Buds violate Apple AirPods trademark
September 15, 2020
In a statement to The Verge, a US Customs and Border Protection spokesperson has defended the agency’s seizure of 2,000 pairs of OnePlus Buds at JFK airport on August 31st. Last night, CBP publicized the action and described the OnePlus Buds as “counterfeit Apple…
LG briefly teased an extendable smartphone today
September 15, 2020
LG launched its unique Wing smartphone today with a swiveling display. During its launch, though, the company also briefly teased what might be around the corner. LG is apparently working on an extendable smartphone.
As the folks over at spotted, the last 13 seconds of LG’s launch stream for the Wing tease another device. A brief animation shows a smartphone with a “chin” that pulls out…
