Smart wearables see big spike as ‘basic’ devices drag down overall market growth
According to the International Data Corporation, wearables' market growth has slowed down. Worldwide shipments of wearable devices grew 1.2 percent during the first quarter of 2018 -- with shipments reaching 25.1 million units. Of the top five wearable companies, Apple continues to take the lead.
You can now add Polls to your Stories on Facebook Messenger
In an effort to make Stories more interactive, Facebook Messenger now has an option to add Polls -- allowing users to post questions for their friends to vote on. Since your Story on Messenger is also shared on Facebook, you're able to open up your questions to even more of your Facebook friends.
Here are Moto G6 tips and tricks to help you master your new phone
This year's Motorola line-up consists of three different Moto G series phones -- the Moto G6, Moto G6 Plus, and Moto G6 Play. Each smartphone is different in its own way, but they all share similar features. Regardless of which Moto G6 you have, we have some handy Moto G6 tips and tricks for you.
Handy OnePlus 6 tips and tricks to get the most out of your phone
If you're now the proud owner of a OnePlus 6 , you've made a good choice. The device offers super-fast performance, a stunning all-glass body, and the largest display in the OnePlus family so far. We're here to help you get the most out of your new smartphone with these OnePlus 6 tips and tricks.
LG G7 ThinQ vs. LG G6: Out with the old, in with the new
LG has officially launched its latest flagship -- the LG G7 ThinQ. The latest addition to LG's G series, the G7 ThinQ brings a list of changes -- from an updated look to a few new features. As the follow-up to the LG G6, how does its successor compare? Let's take a closer look and find out.
New ‘Interests’ feature recommends products you’ll actually want to buy on eBay
A new "Interests" feature is now part of eBay's mobile app for iOS and Android. By answering a few questions, users are able to personalize their shopping experience based on their own hobbies, style preferences, and more. Shoppers will see product recommendations appear throughout the app.
You can now set Amazon Alexa as the default home assistant on your Android
If you're an Android user who prefers using Amazon Alexa, you're in luck. Rather than Google Assistant, you'll now be able to set Alexa as the default voice assistant on your Android phone. You're able to use Alexa to send text messages, create shopping lists, control smart home systems, and more.
Forest: Stay Focused helps keep you off your phone when work needs to be done
Forest: Stay Focused is an app that's specifically meant to keep you productive. By planting a seed in Forest, you'll gradually watch it grow into a tree. But if you leave the app to answer a text message or check Twitter, then the plant immediately dies and you'll have to start over again
Latest IDC report shows decrease in global tablet shipments in 2018
According to the International Data Corporation (IDC), numbers for global tablet shipments have decreased. The shipments reached 31.7 million whereas 35.8 million units were shipped during the same quarter last year. Data also shows the Microsoft Surface and iPad Pro experienced over 2.9 percent growth.
Google Tasks’ refreshing design will motivate you to complete your to-do lists
Google officially launched its new Google Tasks app. While there's not much to it, the app is useful for those who want easy access to an overview of their to-do lists within an app that has a clean, fresh design. It also syncs across all your devices and is integrated into Gmail and Google Calendar.
Foreo calls for end of sheet masks with smartphone-controlled skin care device
Foreo's new UFO smart mask device can be controlled using your smartphone. The treatments combine LED light therapy, thermotherapy, and more. The device is now available for purchase via Foreo's website for $279. The Foreo Beauty Tech App is also available for download on iOS and Android.
Flipboard’s latest update makes it easier to stay on top of all things tech
Flipboard officially launched its latest update designed specifically for those in the technology space. Ranging from the ability to put together team magazines to a richer overall content experience, the new features gives users more opportunities to easily stay on top of the tech world.
Putting Kim’s face on your phone case might make you a true Kardashian
LuMee officialy launched the Kimoji X LuMee phone case collection in collaboration with celebrity Kim Kardashian West. As the self-proclaimed "Queen of Selfies," it only makes sense that Kardashian West partners with the one company that specifically sets out to make your selfies even better.
Google launches its lightweight search app, Google Go, in South Africa
Google has officially launched Google Go in South Africa in an effort to address the concerns of those with weak data connectivity and high data costs. The app reduces the amount of data needed to display search results and is available in 26 sub-Saharan African countries through the Google Play Store.
