However, the operating system was not well received by users. After getting a lot of flak by reviewers across the planet, Steven Sinofsky, head of Windows 8 development lost his job. Later came Windows 8.1, which brought the Start button to the desktop, and the operating system did improve a lot of things which was echoed by experts as well. Earlier this year, Microsoft released Windows 8.1 Update that allowed the traditional mouse and keyboard users work on the new operating system more efficiently, and allowed people to boot directly to the desktop mode....

Mystery 1: Features & Specs Microsoft did unveil two near-final versions of Microsoft Surface, one, an ARM based version running the Windows RT & the other, an Intel based version running the Windows 8 Pro. Microsoft talked about the design of the external hardware in greater detail. VaporMg casing, the built-in kickstand, Gorilla glass display, the peripheral venting technology and others. They also spoke in detail about a revolutionary 3mm thin magnetically attachable keyboard case, called Touch/Type Covers....

The Surface Neo is a foldable mini laptop which is ultra-portable. The device measures just 5.6mm in thickness and uses what Microsoft claims to be the thinnest LCD panel on nay portable device. The Surface Neo weighs in at just over 650g which again, makes it easy to carry around or even pocket in some cases. Since there are displays on either side, along with the virtual on-screen keyboard, Microsoft is even including a magnetic keyboard which attaches and rests on a part of the display when in use, which puts the other part of the display in use as a trackpad....

Motorola One Zoom Design The all-new Motorola One Zoom features a water-repellent design to protect it against casual spills and splashes. It has a 3D satin glass on the back, that according to the company, ‘eliminates fingerprints and smudges’. The phone comes in three gradient colour options: Electric Gray, Cosmic Purple, and Brushed Bronze. And for the first time, has an illuminating Motorola on the back, that doubles as an LED notification light, and lights up to notify for incoming calls, texts, etc....

The iPhone SE will look almost alike the 5S suggesting a much boxier aesthetic instead of curved looks with rounded volume buttons and power button on the top. It will flaunt a metal back rounded off with glass on both sides. We’ve seen numerous images before that showcases a more curved design, as a result, nothing can be said for certain as of now. The Edges on SE will be a lot less shiny with matte finishes providing a much cleaner outline and less susceptible to scratches....

The Nokia 8 comes equipped with a 5.3-inch QHD 2.5D curved display which is protected by a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 5. Under the hood, Nokia 8 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 clocked at 2.45 GHz and mated to 4GB of RAM. On the storage front, the device offers 64 GB of internal memory which can be further expanded to 256 GB through a microSD slot. That being said, unlike its competitors, Nokia 8 doesn’t come in a 128GB variant, and 64GB is all that you can get....

Not much was unknown about the latest flagship WP8 device from Nokia, the Lumia 1520, but the news is now official. The first ever WP8 Phablet features a big 6-inch 1080p LCD display with ClearBlack technology and Gorilla Glass 2 screen, and now features a third column of live tiles on the homepage. As for as the design is considered, the Nokia Lumia 1520 features the same industrial design we’ve come to expect from Lumia range of devices with slight curves around the edges....

From the first look at the renders, the OnePlus 8 appears to have a minimal bezel design all around, surrounded by a metal frame. Towards the front, it has a hole-punch cutout on the top-left for the selfie camera, and the rear has a triple-camera setup arranged in a vertical module in the center. What’s interesting about the renders is that we now see OnePlus moving towards a different aesthetic approach with the colorway....

Oh Hasselblad, Wow, Hasselblad… In terms of camera specs, the OnePlus 9 brings a triple camera arrangement on the back. It consists of a 48-megapixel Sony IMX 689 sensor with EIS and f/1.8 aperture, and the same 50-megapixel ultra-wide Sony IMX 766 camera with f/2.2 aperture seen on the Pro version and a 2-megapixel monochrome sensor. But wait why are we talking of cameras right off? Well, because they have been perhaps the most highlighted aspect of the OnePlus 9....

It is a question that is often asked, generally to dismiss the importance of what something or someone is called. And the rationale for this makes sense. After all, what really matters is how good (or bad) a person or a product is. What it is called should be secondary. And we totally agree with that. Yes, we understand the importance of branding and brand names but at the end of the day, the product and person are what really matter....

And then, one day, they suddenly find themselves face to face. And draw their weapons for round two. Poco and OnePlus: the first clash in 2018 Yeah, we so got them feels as news filtered in that Xiaomi’s sub-brand, Poco, would be launching the Poco F3 GT a day after the launch of the OnePlus Nord 2 in India. The two brands that had been seemingly avoiding each other after a fierce first battle, now seem set for round 2 of what had been a rather high-profile rivalry....

The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G (hereafter referred to without the 5G suffix for simplicity) follows the same template. This is not a phone that is going to win rave reviews like its premium siblings for features like display and camera quality. Where it looks to stand out is in terms of user experience, just like the first OnePlus. But will that formula work eight years down the line and in a different price segment?...

Oppo A53: Design and Display The Oppo A53 features a 3D iridescent wave design, which is said to be inspired by ocean waves, with a curved back to offer a comfortable grip in hand. Towards the front, the device features a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate that comes in at a 20:9 aspect ratio. Moreover, the display has a hole-punch cutout on top to house the front-facing camera....

The ROM will support screen gestures which will include a “tap to wake” and draw a circle to “open the camera.” These features will be turned off by default and in order to use it one needs to toggle to the Settings>Accessibility>Screen-off gestures. Color OS Camera will support certain camera plugins including Beautify, Filters, HDR, GIF, Double exposure and Expert Mode, the caveat however remains that you can delete a photo only by opening the Google photos app....

Let’s get straight to the changelog: Face Unlock: You can now enable this setting by going to Settings > Security & privacy > Face Unlock. This can be used for both unlocking the phone or just see the notification. It also makes sure that it cannot be used when eyes are closed. What’s news with Camera? Change Background when using AR Lens Mode: AR Lens mode is a special mod of camera which allows you to put objects on faces in real time....

Wanna play, just open your Internet browser This new experiment from Google allows you to collaborate and even learn music or teach music without too much fuss. It is an online service that requires a device that can access the Internet and of course, an Internet connection. Now the idea of virtual music instruments is not groundbreakingly new but this one has a slight edge over the others. You can share this piano with your friends from the comfort and safety of your own homes....

For the uninitiated, the Plex is a modern version of your set top box, and the Plex Pass with premium features can be had for as little as $4.99/month. In Essence, the Plex blends in Sling TV, DirecTV, Hulu Live TV and YouTube TV along with the usual Live TV Channels that are broadcasted over the air. This is achieved by employing an HD antenna that is supported by Plex....

The Importance of Background Screening Checking a person’s background is not only important for online dating. It is also used quite frequently in other areas of life. For instance, employers will often do some research into a person’s past before they offer them a job. The company will want to protect its employees and their reputation, so they will do their due diligence and conduct checks. It will also save the company time to do a check on someone rather than find out that they are a poor fit for the company, terminate them, and then rehire someone else for the position....

There is no shortage of Wordle alternatives out there, and their number keeps increasing as the interest in the simple puzzle refuses to die down. We covered some of the best Wordle alternatives in an earlier story, but one powerful option has been gaining both attention and popularity since. It is called Quordle. So much like Wordle… What makes Quordle the near-perfect step up from Wordle is its utter similarity to Wordle....

Realme Buds Wireless 2: Box Content The headphones come in a rather large white rectangular box. Upon opening the box, one is first greeted with the Realme Buds Wireless 2 in a plastic enclosure. Sliding the packaging open underneath the plastic case reveals more items, such as an extra pair of earbuds, a USB Type-C cable, and a quick-start card. Build, Design and Fit Starting with the build, the earphones are quite well made....