The European Union’s joint consumer program has urged an investigation into the Nintendo Switch Joy-Con drift issue after it received almost 25,000 complaints from across the continent. Drift occurs when the Joy-Cons don’t communicate properly with the console or when they start to register inputs by themselves, such as a character moving without a player touching a thumbstick.
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Nintendo has released flashy special edition Switch consoles before, but its latest might be particularly appealing if you’re a fantasy fan. The gaming giant is releasing a limited edition Monster Hunter Rise Switch on March 26th (more on availability later) whose design…
Google apps will stop using tracking ID that would require upcoming iOS 14 permission prompt
January 27, 2021
With iOS 14, Apple is requiring app developers to tell users about and have them opt-in to tracking. Google announced today that its first-party iOS apps will stop using certain tracking methods to avoid having to show the upcoming permission prompt. Meanwhile, the company…
Tasker's Android phone automation connects with Google Assistant
January 27, 2021
People have long used Tasker to take care of repetitive tasks on their Android device, or to customize its features based on things like whether they’re at home or at the office. Now the app’s features are a little easier to use since you can trigger them via Google Assistant. XDA points out a post by the developer on Reddit where he points out the currently available triggers, which you can…
New Google Camera update lets you permanently turn off Auto Night Sight on the Pixel 5, 4a 5G
January 27, 2021
With the Pixel 5 and 4a 5G, Google introduced Auto Night Sight so that the signature feature can be accessed without having to explicitly enter the low-light mode. Some people found the automatic nature frustrating, and a new version of Google Camera this week addresses…
After numerous updates and upgrades, Tasker version 5.11.4 has now gained support for running tasks right from your Google Assistant.
Announced as rolling out or arriving via the official Tasker subreddit, version 5.11.4 gives you the ability to create and run unique tasks…
The OnePlus Launcher v5.0.2.4 update is now rolling out via the Google Play Store, and it brings the bulk of OxygenOS 11 features to older devices not yet eligible for the Android 11 update.
As the rollout of Android 11 continues for selected OnePlus devices including the 7 and Nord series, those still on the waiting list will be patiently hoping for some news on when their handset might get…
Google Docs will now confirm if someone you tag is out of office
January 27, 2021
Multi-user document collaboration is about to get a little bit more organized with work calendars, as the latest update to Google Docs for G Suite/Workspace subscribers is a warning if a coworker is out of office when tagged by a comment.
The update was confirmed in an…
Google apps will stop using tracking ID that would require upcoming iOS 14 permission prompt
January 27, 2021
With iOS 14, Apple is requiring app developers to tell users about and have them opt-in to tracking. Google announced today that its first-party iOS apps will stop using certain tracking methods to avoid having to show the upcoming permission prompt. Meanwhile, the company…
Arcimoto, best known for its three-wheeled electric vehicles known as the FUV (Fun Utility Vehicle), has reached an agreement to acquire Tilting Motor Works. Arcimoto has indicated that the technology will be used in new Arcimoto products intended for the micromobility industry.
Tilting Motor Works developed the TRiO, which is one of the most popular three-wheel conversion kits for touring…