News: Reads from WWW
Wednesday, 8 May 2013
New Google Maps Interface Surfaced Ahead of Google I/O
Ahead of next week's Google's I/O event, an updated interface for Google Maps has been revealed, which removes the sidebar and focuses on the map itself rather than its various navigational components.
Sony to Focus on Imaging in its Upcoming Flagship Phone
Sony will reportedly be releasing a Cyber-shot branded Android flagship phone in the coming months.
Tuesday, 7 May 2013
ASUS to Launch Smaller, More Affordable Windows 8 Tablets Later This Year
ASUS plans to launch several small Windows 8 tablets later this year. The prices of these devices are expected to fall below the US$300 mark.
Developers Can Block Share Button Function on the PlayStation 4
Thinking of sharing that screenshot of an easter egg or secret stage on the upcoming PlayStation 4? Well, think again.
Leaked Email Dismisses Next Xbox's 'Always-on Connection' Mandate
It seems that the rumor that Microsoft's next-generation Xbox would require an always-on Internet connection has finally been put to rest, thanks to a leaked internal Microsoft email.
Google Drive Desktop App Now Supports Easy File Sharing on PC or Mac
The desktop app for Google Drive now allows for easy and fast file sharing from a user's Google Drive folder. Hit the link for more details.
Monday, 6 May 2013
Is the Acer Iconia W3 a US$380, 8-inch Windows 8 Tablet?
The yet-to-be-announced but heavily leaked Acer Iconia W3 is reportedly an 8-inch, Intel Atom-based Windows 8 tablet that will cost just US$380.
Is This the Upcoming LG Optimus G2 or Nexus 5?
@evleaks is at it again with a leaked photo of an upcoming LG smartphone, which is believed to be either the LG Optimus G2 or Nexus 5.
Nielsen: Facebook Loses U.S. Visitors, But Profits on the Rise
Recently, Nielsen reported that Facebook has lost 10 million visitors in the U.S. and seen no growth in monthly visitors in the UK over the past year. Facebook, however, made US$219 million in the first three months of the year, compared to the US$205 million made over the same time period a year ago.
Friday, 3 May 2013
Intel Appoints New CEO and President
Intel has appointed Brian Krzanich and Renée James as the new CEO and President respectively, and both have expressed interest in pursuing Intel's role in the mobile market.