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About 76 articles found for 10 August 2015:
Games
Mirror's Edge Catalyst Gets More Details About City of Glass
DICE is fleshing out the game's universe
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Mirror's Edge Catalyst Reveals Gameplay, Early Game Mission
Star Wars Battlefront Dev Diary 3 Video Features Fighter Squadron
Oddiverse Blog
Bubble Nails Are the Latest Manicure Trend, Unfortunately
Nails with a bump are all the craze these days
by Laura Sinpetru, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Ginormous Minion Goes Haywire in Ireland, Causes Traffic Mayhem
Daredevil Takes His Motorbike Surfing and It Looks Oh So Cool - Video
Oddiverse Blog
Watch: Rare White Whale Spotted Off the Coast of Australia
The marine mammal was seen near Hastings Point
by Laura Sinpetru, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Watch: Great White Shark Snacking on a Whale Carcass
Watch: Thrill-Seekers Turn Whale Shark into Their Surfboard
Oddiverse
Man Has 60 Baked Beans Tattooed on His Head
Understandably, he goes by the name of Captain Beany
by Laura Sinpetru, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Tank Attempts Wicked Drift, Flips Over - Video
Watch: Daredevils Use Water Bottle to Blow Up a Microwave
Games
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Madden NFL 16 Reveals Aaron Rodgers as Leading Quarterback in Ultimate Team
The ratings can be changed as the season progresses
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Madden NFL 16 Reveals Pat McAfee as Top Rated Punter
Madden NFL 16 Reveals Full Soundtrack, Spotify Delivers a Sample
Dragon Age: Inquisition Reveals Patch 9 Notes, Update Coming with Descent DLC
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 10th, 2015
Gamers can use a new character in multiplayer
Games
Oddiverse
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Lawyer Charged with Fraud Demands Trial by Combat
“Game of Thrones” has just got real, no joke
by Laura Sinpetru, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Ginormous Minion Goes Haywire in Ireland, Causes Traffic Mayhem
Bar Serves Man Industrial Cleaner Instead of White Wine, He Dies
Games
Rare Replay Tops United Kingdom Chart, First Xbox One Exclusive to Do So
The game showcases the best the studio has to offer
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Dark Souls 2 Maintenance Starting at 4 AM CEST on August 11 on Xbox One
Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 Dev Tore Apart the Engine to Get Better Visuals, 60fps
Science Blog
There Will Be over 11 Billion People in the World by 2100
Our planet is about to turn into a seriously crowded place
by Laura Sinpetru, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Scientists Believe to Have Identified So-Called Obesity Gene
Young Blood Reverses Aging and Now Vampires Make Sense
Games
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GTA V Modders Banned for Creating Alternate Take on Online Mode
The team is unhappy with the Rockstar reaction
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
GTA 5 Online Gets Double RP, GTA$ Rewards in Pacific Standard Heist, Other Jobs
GTA V PC Patch Live, Promises to Solve Framerate Issues
Space
Astronauts Aboard the ISS Feast on Space-Grown Lettuce
They are the first people ever to eat food grown in space
by Laura Sinpetru, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
NASA Releases View of Wildfires in Alaska As Seen from Space
Watch Live: Spacewalk Underway at the ISS
Counter-Strike Will Move to Source 2 at Some Point, No Plans for International Style Tournament
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 10th, 2015
Valve is focused on adding more value for gamers
Games
Science Blog
NASA Releases View of Wildfires in Alaska As Seen from Space
Well over 700 fires have been reported in Alaska this season
by Laura Sinpetru, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Watch Live: Spacewalk Underway at the ISS
Watch: NASA Animation Reveals the Dark Side of the Moon
Health
Scientists Believe to Have Identified So-Called Obesity Gene
This gene might explain why some people tend to gain weight
by Laura Sinpetru, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Rather Sinister Video Shows the World Seen by a Bionic Eye
Experimental Ebola Vaccine Delivers 100% Protection in Trial
Gadget Reviews
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Sony X93C Android TV Review - Size Does Not Matter
Big, shiny and glossy, the X93C is one finicky monster
by Horia Despa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Sony Xperia E4 Review - A Mixed Bag Budget-Friendly Solution
Intel Compute Stick Review – Jack of All Trades, Master of None
Science Blog
Watch: What Would Happen to Your Body If You Stopped Eating
A scientific take on the effects of starvation
by Laura Sinpetru, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Watch: Divers Exploring the Mediterranean Find Squid Egg Nest
Watch: NASA Animation Reveals the Dark Side of the Moon
CPU
Intel Announces That Xeon Chips Are Soon Coming to Laptops
Intel decides to surprise its fans yet again
by Horia Despa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Intel Launches Its 6th Generation Core Processor Family, the Skylake-S and Its Z170 Chipset
ASRock Launches Its Z170-Based, Skylake-Ready Motherboards
MIT Researchers Describe ARC Reactor for Nuclear Fusion
by Laura Sinpetru, August 10th, 2015
Better yet, they say it could be built in less than a decade
Sci Pry
Science Blog
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Watch Live: Spacewalk Underway at the ISS
Gennady Padalka and Mikhail Kornienko are out in space
by Laura Sinpetru, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Watch: NASA Animation Reveals the Dark Side of the Moon
NASA's August 26 Orion Test Flight Will Purposely End in Failure
Laptops
HP Laptops Updated to Windows Don't Go into Sleep Mode, Need Forced Shutdown
Some people don't fully enjoy the new Windows 10
by Horia Despa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
HP Starts Prompting Businesses to Prepare for Windows 10
Upcycled Prime, a Small Pop Culture Aware Statue Made out of Computer Junk
Games
Miyazaki Confirms He's Able to Work on Dark Souls 3 and Bloodborne DLC
The famous director is more than able to multi-task
by Andrei Dobra, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Dark Souls 3 Gets Fresh Screenshots with Big Battles
Dark Souls 3 Gets Impressive Gameplay Video at Gamescom 2015
Nature
Digital Map Reveals the Geology of the Global Ocean Floor
The map is the work of University of Sydney researchers
by Laura Sinpetru, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Watch: Divers Exploring the Mediterranean Find Squid Egg Nest
Washington DC Is Literally Sinking, Researchers Warn
Music, Film & TV Blog
Elle Fanning Becomes a Trans-Boy in First Trailer for “About Ray”
Drama also stars Naomi Watts, Susan Sarandon, Tate Donovan
by Elena Gorgan, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
First Trailer for “By the Sea” with Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt Is Here - Video
Director Josh Trank Publicly Disowns “Fantastic Four”: This Isn’t the Movie I Made
Benedict Cumberbatch Pleads with Fans to Stop Filming His Theater Play “Hamlet” - Video
by Elena Gorgan, August 10th, 2015
Saturday’s performance was halted twice because of that
Music, Film & TV Blog
Linux
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BQ Aquaris Phones Powered by Ubuntu to Land in India in Two Weeks
The OS made by Canonical will arrive in another major region
by Silviu Stahie, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Unreal Engine-Based Dungeon Defenders II to Get a Linux Release
Single Cinder Vulnerability Fixed in Ubuntu 15.04
Game reviews
Airscape: The Fall of Gravity Review (PC)
Can this clever platformer delight fans?
by Andrei Dobra, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Tembo the Badass Elephant Review (PC)
No Time To Explain Remastered Review (PC)
Cloud
Study: Most Developer Revenues Come from Working with Cloud Services
Also only 6% of all developers are women
by Catalin Cimpanu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Study: Mobile Device Proliferation Is Causing Digital Amnesia
What Are the Most Popular PHP Frameworks in 2015?
Movies
Ben Affleck Gets 3 Standalone Batman Movies, Is Tied to Warner Bros. for 10 Years
Advance screening of “Batman V. Superman: Dawn of Justice” has generated impressive feedback, Warners wants more
by Elena Gorgan, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Empire Releases 3 New “Batman V. Superman” Photos - Gallery
New “Batman V. Superman” Image Comes with Empire Cover - Photo
Mobile World
Qualcomm Introduces Snapdragon 412 and 212 for Low-End to Middle-Range Devices
Qualcomm rolls out two new chipsets for the mid-range market
by Alexandra Arici, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Microsoft Lumia 940 XL with Quad HD Display Confirmed by AdDuplex
Specs for LG-Made Nexus 5 (2015) and Huawei Nexus Leak, Pricing Info Too
Researchers Hack into Electric Skateboards, Human Lives at Risk
by Catalin Cimpanu, August 10th, 2015
Vulnerable boards: Boosted, E-Go, and Revo
Security
Music
Miley Cyrus Really Doesn’t Like Taylor Swift’s “Bad Blood” Video: How Is She a Role Model?
Singer talks industry’s double standards with Marie Claire
by Elena Gorgan, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Taylor Swift on Forgiving Kanye West: It Took Mutual Respect, a Jay Z Intervention
Britney Spears Will Be Under Conservatorship for the Rest of Her Life
Mobile World
Huawei Honor 7i with Swiveling Camera Leaks Ahead of Official Announcement
The unannounced smartphone might be unveiled on August 20
by Cosmin Vasile, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Huawei Honor 6 Getting Android 5.1 Lollipop, If You’re an “Honor Club” Member
Huawei Confirms 9 Million Pre-Orders for Honor 7 in China in One Week
Windows software reviews
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Corel Painter 2016 Review: New Ways to Express Your Digital Creativity
Corel Painter 2016 comes with new brushes, performance enhancements, custom content sharing, and GUI refinements
by Ana Marculescu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Everything Review - Instant File Search Results on All Drives
Microsoft Edge Review - Internet Explorer for the Modern World
Music, Film & TV Blog
Donald Trump Says Megyn Kelly Is Unprofessional, Menstruating - Video
He didn’t like her questions on the first Republican debate
by Elena Gorgan, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Donald Trump Doesn’t Have Time for Political Correctness or Rosie O’Donnell - Video
Whoopi Goldberg, Raven Symone Defend Kelly Osbourne for Comments on Latinos - Video
Games
Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 Dev Tore Apart the Engine to Get Better Visuals, 60fps
Treyarch made plenty of modifications to the shooter's tech
by Andrei Dobra, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 Will Use PlayStation 4 for eSports
Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 Gets Huge PC Details, Minimum PC Specs, Screenshots
HTC Shares Stumble Horribly, Brand Is Deemed “Worthless”
Bloomberg
by Alexandra Arici, August 10th, 2015
HTC has to do something now, if it plans to survive
Mobile World
Mobile World
Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Sales Package Confirms 4GB of RAM, 5.7-Inch Quad HD Display
Sadly, there's no mention of microSD card slot
by Cosmin Vasile, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge+ Leak in Live Photos
Dual-SIM Version of Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Rumored to Have MicroSD Card Slot
Linux
Superb Stellaris RTS from Paradox Interactive to Launch on Linux
The game doesn't have a launch date just yet
by Silviu Stahie, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Plex Media Server 0.9.12.8 Now Has Proper Update for Ubuntu
Last Chance to Get the Excellent Invisible, Inc. on Steam at a 40% Discount
Security
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First Vulnerability Found in Microsoft Edge, Affects Other Software as Well
Internet Explorer, Windows Media Player, Excel, QuickTime, AVG, BitDefender, and Comodo Antivirus also vulnerable
by Catalin Cimpanu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Most Intel x86 Chips Have a Security Flaw
Certifi-Gate, the Android Vulnerability That Gives Full Remote Control over Your Phone to Hackers
Windows Phone
Install Android APKs on Windows 10 Mobile with Just a Click
App allows you to install Android apps on Windows easiely
by Bogdan Popa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Microsoft Edge Browser Not Ready for Final Release, 2,000 Windows 10 Testers Claim
This Is How Windows 10 Lets You Log In
Music, Film & TV Blog
Henry Cavill Would Love to Take Over as James Bond
Nonetheless, it’s ok if it doesn’t happen
by Elena Gorgan, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Idris Elba Becomes First Man to Pose Solo for Maxim - Gallery
“James Bond: SPECTRE” Gets New, Action-Packed Trailer - Video
Samsung Galaxy S7 Spotted with Snapdragon 820 in Leaked Docs
by Alexandra Arici, August 10th, 2015
Samsung and Qualcomm might team up once again
Rumours about mobile phones
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Celebrity News
Gwen Stefani, Gavin Rossdale Don’t Have a Prenup, She’s Scared She’ll Lose Half of Everything
She’s trying to bribe him with a payoff instead, says report
by Elena Gorgan, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Gavin Rossdale’s Male Lover Has Things to Say About Gwen Stefani Divorce
Miss Piggy and Kermit The Frog Announce Split, the Internet Is Gutted
Displays
New 35" Curved Display from Benq Comes with 144Hz Refresh Rate
BenQ doesn't let go of the gaming crowd
by Horia Despa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
BenQ Unveils 24-Inch 3D Monitor with Gaming FPS Optimization – Gallery
Monitor for Video Artists, SW2700PT from BenQ
Internet Explorer
Microsoft Edge Browser Not Ready for Final Release, 2,000 Windows 10 Testers Claim
Edge is now the default browser in Windows 10
by Bogdan Popa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
This Is How Windows 10 Lets You Log In
It Turns Out Some Windows 10 Users Want the Old Calculator Back
Mobile World
Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime with 2GB RAM, 16GB Storage Launches for $110
The smartphone has been manufactured in India
by Cosmin Vasile, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Xiaomi’s Next-Gen Flagships Might Boast Samsung-Made AMOLED Displays
Xiaomi Might Be Looking to Make Its Own Processors Too
Games
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Don't Expect a New The Elder Scrolls Game Anytime Soon, Bethesda Says
The studio is focusing on Fallout 4 and TESO
by Andrei Dobra, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Fallout 4 Doesn't End with the Main Story, Has No Level Cap
Fallout 4 Gets More Details from QuakeCon 2015
This Is How Windows 10 Lets You Log In
by Mircea Dragomir, August 10th, 2015
Fill your memory with more security keys to remember
Tips & Tricks
Movies
Chris Pratt Refuses to Do Love Scenes Because of His Faith
He is not interested in his sex symbol image, says report
by Elena Gorgan, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Indiana Jones Named Greatest Movie Character of All Time by Empire Magazine
“Jurassic World” Sets New Global Record at the International Box Office
Finances
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Opera Is Up for Sale
Reuters
Company does not meet financial expectations, again
by Catalin Cimpanu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Opera Hires Jon Hicks as Lead Designer, Former Skype and Mozilla Contributor
Vivaldi Browser Now Supports Google Chrome Extensions
Games
EA Sports: FIFA 16 Draft Is a Distillation of Ultimate Team
The mode is easy to get into and fast to play
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
FIFA 16 Introduces New Kits for Team of the Week Players
FIFA 16 Celebrates Start of New Season with Beautiful Trailer
Tips & Tricks
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How to Remove Pre-Installed Windows 10 Apps
Save space on your drive and remove unnecessary apps
by Bogdan Popa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Windows 10 Tip: Speed Up the Start Menu by Disabling Animations
One Possible Fix for Windows 10 Installation Error 0x80070002
Games
Final Fantasy XV Might Include Just Cause 3 Tech for Verticality
It's unclear whether airships are involved
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Final Fantasy XIV Might Come to the Nintendo NX
Evil Geniuses Wins DOTA 2 The International 2015
Tom Cruise Hasn’t Seen Daughter Suri in 2 Years and Not for Lack of Opportunity
by Elena Gorgan, August 10th, 2015
They were blocks away in NYC last month but he didn’t visit
Celebrity News
Open Source Software
Manjaro Gets LibreOffice 5.0 and Linux Kernel 4.2 RC5
A new major update has been released for Manjaro
by Silviu Stahie, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
ExTix 15.3 Is Ubuntu 15.04 Stripped of Unity and with LXQt
Linus Torvalds Is Happy Again with Linux Kernel 4.2 RC6
Rumours about mobile phones
OnePlus 2 Mini Mid-Ranger Coming Out by the End of 2015
OnePlus is prepping another phone for launch
by Alexandra Arici, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
OnePlus to Launch Two OnePlus 2 Smartphones and a Tablet on July 27
OnePlus 2’s Oxygen OS Will Take Advantage of Android M Features
Tips & Tricks
Windows 10 Tip: Speed Up the Start Menu by Disabling Animations
Boost Windows 10 performance on old hardware
by Bogdan Popa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
One Possible Fix for Windows 10 Installation Error 0x80070002
The Free Windows 10 Upgrade Slows Down the Internet in NZ
Rumours about mobile phones
Xiaomi’s Next-Gen Flagships Might Boast Samsung-Made AMOLED Displays
Samsung and Xiaomi might be partnering up soon enough
by Alexandra Arici, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Samsung Galaxy S6 Finally Gets MicroSD Card Slot, Extra Battery via Incipio Case
Microsoft Working on an Intel-Powered Windows 10 Smartphone with Metal Body
Social Networking Related
People Like to "Haha" on Facebook, Instead of LOLing
How do people express laughter on Facebook?
by Catalin Cimpanu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Study: Facebook Is the Best Social Network to Advertise and Sell Your Products
Study: Facebook Is a Terrible Customer Support Platform
Ben Affleck Still Wearing His Wedding Ring, Reunites with Jennifer Garner After Nanny Scandal
by Elena Gorgan, August 10th, 2015
Ben and Jen are separated, but they talk “every day”
Celebrity News
Linux Distributions
ExTix 15.3 Is Ubuntu 15.04 Stripped of Unity and with LXQt
The developer is also using his own modified Linux kernel
by Silviu Stahie, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Linus Torvalds Is Happy Again with Linux Kernel 4.2 RC6
Homeworld Remastered Collection Is Not Coming to Linux Just Yet
Windows
One Possible Fix for Windows 10 Installation Error 0x80070002
Many still unable to install Windows 10 due to this error
by Bogdan Popa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
The Free Windows 10 Upgrade Slows Down the Internet in NZ
Windows 10 Overtakes Windows 8 in Just 10 Days of Availability
Windows
The Free Windows 10 Upgrade Slows Down the Internet in NZ
Kiwi users rush to install the free Windows 10 OS
by Bogdan Popa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Windows 10 Overtakes Windows 8 in Just 10 Days of Availability
The Best Windows 8 Start Menu Arrives on Windows 10
Rumours about mobile phones
Google’s Next Android One Smartphones Could Cost as Little as $50
Google wants to lower the rates of its Android One devices
by Alexandra Arici, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Google’s Project Fi Made to Run on the Nexus 5
Microsoft Might Drop Windows Phone, Will Adopt Android OS Instead - Report
Data Breaches
Carphone Warehouse Data Breach Exposes Details for 2.4M Customers
Credit card data for 90,000 customers was lost as well
by Catalin Cimpanu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Scammers Steal $46.7M / €42.6M from Ubiquiti Networks
Russian Hackers Attacked the Pentagon's Public Email System
Nicki Minaj Announces She’s Pregnant in Concert - Video
by Elena Gorgan, August 10th, 2015
The two are believed to have gotten engaged in April 2015
Celebrity News
Rumours about mobile phones
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BlackBerry's Venice Android Slider Gets New Renders, Includes Hub
BlackBerry could be prepping its first Android handset
by Alexandra Arici, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
WhatsApp Beta for Windows Phone Update Adds In-App Notifications, More
Windows Phone Market Share Skyrockets in the UK
Security
Scammers Steal $46.7M / €42.6M from Ubiquiti Networks
Company manages to recover some of the money
by Catalin Cimpanu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Mercedes Benz G-Class Giveaway Scam on Facebook
Fake Email from Microsoft Asks for Billing Address Confirmation
Windows
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Windows 10 Overtakes Windows 8 in Just 10 Days of Availability
Stats show that Windows 10 adoption is on the rise
by Bogdan Popa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
The Best Windows 8 Start Menu Arrives on Windows 10
Microsoft Says Windows 10 Activation Should Now Work as Expected
Mobile OS
Cyanogen Claims It Has More Users than Windows Mobile and BlackBerry Combined
The startup says it has 50 million users
by Alexandra Arici, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
OnePlus 2’s Oxygen OS Will Take Advantage of Android M Features
Lenovo-Backed ZUK Z1 Phone to Arrive with Cyanogen OS, Fingerprint Scanner
Windows
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The Best Windows 8 Start Menu Arrives on Windows 10
Classic Shell finally gets full Windows 10 support
by Bogdan Popa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Time to Vote: Windows 10, Yes or No?
How to Make the Windows 10 Taskbar Completely Transparent
Microsoft Says Windows 10 Activation Should Now Work as Expected
by Bogdan Popa, August 10th, 2015
Activate, reinstall, and you should be good to go
Windows
Windows
Windows 10 Store, Mail, OneNote Down: The Server Stumbled
Some users are experiencing issues accessing the store
by Bogdan Popa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Microsoft Cityman and Talkman Flagships to Launch Next Month - Report
How to Install Android Apps on Windows 10 Mobile Devices
Windows Phone
Microsoft Cityman and Talkman Flagships to Launch Next Month - Report
Redmond is planning to unveil devices at own event
by Bogdan Popa, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
How to Install Android Apps on Windows 10 Mobile Devices
Android Apps Now Working on Windows Phones - Updated with Guide
Games
Halo 5: Guardians Reveals The Rig, Designed for Asymmetric Action
Gamers can see details about a new game mode
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Halo 5: Guardians Leak Shows Warzone Menu
Halo 5: Guardians Gets Lore Details for Fathom and Coliseum Map
Games
Final Fantasy XIV Might Come to the Nintendo NX
Talks are also ongoing with Microsoft for the Xbox One
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 10th, 2015
more on this topic
Final Fantasy XV Drawn Trailer Offers Story Details, Shows Impressive Graphics
Rise of the Tomb Raider Is Ready to Compete with Fallout 4, Says Game Director
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