Dark theme was one of the biggest reveals in Android 10 and now, it’s getting a much-requested upgrade in Android 11. Starting with the first developer preview for the next version of Android, dark theme scheduling has arrived.
The inability to schedule dark theme in Android 10 was one that had us scratching our heads, even after Google explained it. Third-party apps filled the gap, but we…
In addition to laying out what’s new, Google today provided a timeline for Android 11. There will be six releases in total with the first half considered developer previews, and the rest as betas. Similar to past years, Android 11 will launch sometime in Q3 2020.
With…
Following an inadvertent tease last week, Google today officially launched the Android 11 Developer Preview. This is the fifth consecutive year that the company is providing an early look at its next major operating system.
In more ways than one, this initial Android 11…
Apple releasing second developer beta of iOS 13.4 and more today [U]
February 19, 2020
Apple will release the second developer beta of iOS 13.4 today. This update comes two weeks after the first release of iOS 13.4 for developers. iOS 13.4 includes new features like iCloud Drive folder sharing and much more.
Update: The second developer betas of iOS 13.4, macOS Catalina 10.15.4, iPadOS 13.4, watchOS 6.2, and tvOS 13.4 are now available.
What’s new in iOS 13.4? One of the most…
Way ahead of schedule, Android 11 is here with its first developer preview! While the beta program with its easy OTAs won’t be available for a little while yet, you can install the Android 11 Developer Preview on most Google Pixel smartphones. If you want to give it a…
Rumors of an inexpensive new entry-level iPhone have been circulating for over a year now, alternating between the names “iPhone SE 2” and “iPhone 9.” A new video posted on social media (via Stefan Constantine) appears to show the device, and while it has some…
Element Space lands on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on March 24
February 19, 2020
Sixth Vowel and Blowfish Studios announced today that the sci-fi tactics RPG Elemental Space is coming to PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on March 24.
Element Space debuted on PC in February 2019. It features turn-based combat and a story with multiple endings. It’s the first game from developer Sixth Vowel, a studio in Argentina. The console version will add voice-over dialogue and a new, easier…
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Google used AI and human moderation to take down over 75 million Google Maps reviews
February 19, 2020
Hundreds of millions of people contribute over 20 million reviews, ratings, and other pieces of content to Google Maps’ over 200 million points of interest daily — it’s how the platform continues to grow so rapidly. But user contributions are intrinsically fraught.
SentinelOne raises $200 million for its AI security platform at a $1 billion valuation
February 19, 2020
SentinelOne has raised $200 million in a venture capital round that pushes its valuation past $1 billion as investors continue to bet big on artificial intelligence to bolster cybersecurity.
The Mountain View-based startup has developed a platform that automates endpoint security using an AI engine. Its service focuses on detecting threats and responding to them by continually studying and…
