Author: Irene Hawkins

If automatic restarts annoy you as well, you can stop Windows 10 from restarting your PC after updates with these instructions. Software updates can be annoying sometimes if your computer restarts without your permission. You can turn that feature off, but seeing those pop-ups can disturb your workflow. Now, though, Windows 10 allows users to disable automatic restarts after updates. You can also stop other Microsoft products from updating.  Check for Updates Gizmodo reports that you can stop Windows 10 from updating if you don’t want to. Just search “update” on the search bar, and look for Check for Updates.…

Microsoft has released a new Xbox app that would let iOS users stream Xbox games to their iPhones and iPads. After months of tension with Apple, Microsoft has finally allowed Xbox gamers to stream games on iOS devices. The company has released a new Xbox app with a remote play feature. With this feature, you can stream Xbox games on your iPhone or iPad.  Microsoft’s New iOS Xbox App The Verge reports that this iOS service is not the same as Project xCloud. With xCloud, you stream games from Microsoft’s servers, not your Xbox. However, the iOS app will let…

LG has finally released the world’s first rollable TV, called the LG Signature OLED R, for $87,000 only in seven South Korean stores. If you want a new cutting-edge TV, you might want to check out LG’s new TV. The Korean company has released the world’s first rollable TV, called the LG Signature OLED R. By the way, you should also head to Korea now if you want it. This rollable TV is only available in seven consumer stores in South Korea. Moreover, you’d need 100 million won, or over $87,000.  The LG Signature OLED R The Verge reports that…

Google has released a new software update for smart home devices that could make them true command centers for your home. If you use a smart home device, you probably just ask it some questions or tell it to turn off the lights. However, tech companies are adding more functions to these machines. For example, Google has released a software update for the Nest Hub and the Lenovo Smart Display. With these updates, your smart home device could become your home’s nerve center.  Google Smart Display: Your Day Gizmodo reports that the software update contains new categories. These categories are…

Self-driving company Cruise has received a California permit to test fully driverless cars in San Francisco’s public roads. Get ready for the future. The self-driving company called Cruise has received approval to test driverless cars on California’s public roads. With this approval, Cruise can test self-driving cars before the year ends.  Cruise’s Self-driving Cars The Verge reports that Cruise is the fifth self-driving company to receive driverless permits from California’s Department of Motor Vehicles. In the report, the other companies are Waymo, Nuro, Zoox, and AutoX. Moreover, 60 companies enjoy active permits to test autonomous cars with human safety drivers…

Silicon Valley startup Whisper has launched smart hearing aids called the Whisper Hearing System, which uses AI learning to process sounds. If smart hearing-aids weren’t a thing yet, they would be soon. Silicon Valley startup Whisper has launched the AI-powered Whisper Hearing System this week. The company also said they received a $35 million Series B investment.  The Whisper Hearing System Gizmodo reports that the Whisper hearing aids use AI to “process sound in real-time” so the user hears it better, no matter where they are. If you buy the system, you’ll get the earpieces, a pocket device called “Whisper…

On October 21, Sony will roll out a new PlayStation Store for web and mobile, removing gamers’ ability to buy content for the PS3, PSP, and PS Vita. Say goodbye to Sony’s legacy content. Later this month, Sony will roll out a revamped PlayStation Store for web and mobile. The company sent out emails to gamers informing them of removed features. These features include buying legacy content and building wishlists.  Sony’s New PlayStation Store Kotaku reports that the new PlayStation Store will launch on October 21. Once it’s finished, gamers can no longer buy PS3, PS Vita, and PSP games.…

Sony responds to gamer backlash against the new 8.00 PS4 software update by stressing it’s not spying on voice chat parties. After releasing the 8.00 software update for the PS4, Sony can once again record your PS4 parties. This news may upset you, like several gamers. If you’re worried that Sony might spy on your PS4 parties, the company says not to worry.  Recording PlayStation 4 Parties Kotaku says that the 8.00 update will help the PS4 talk with the PS5. Moreover, Sony says that party recording feature refers to a new PS5 ability. When the update went live, gamers…

Apple has finally revealed the new iPhone 12, and you might want to know more details about these models before running to the store. After Apple’s recent online event, we’ve now seen the new iPhone 12. The company has revealed four models of the new iPhone. With that many models, one question remains. How do you know which iPhone is for you?  The 2020 iPhone 12 The Verge calls this model the “standard” iPhone for 2020. This phone is as big as the iPhone 11, with the same 6.1-inch display. However, the iPhone 12 carries an OLED panel and Apple’s…

The streaming giant has announced a new widget for iOS 14 and iPadOS 14, joining other apps who’ve taken advantage of the new feature. Weeks have passed since iOS 14 came out, and numerous apps have taken advantage of its new widget features. Now, Spotify is joining them. The streaming titan has announced the launch of widgets for iOS 14 and iPadOS 14.   Spotify’s iOS 14 Widget The Verge says that Spotify’s iOS 14 widget is similar to Apple Music’s widget. Both widgets offer ways for users to go back to their music without opening the apps. For now, you…