Gaming

Angry gamers may have been behind last year’s web-breaking DDoS attack

THE VERGE Last October, a flood of traffic from the Mirai botnet brought down major portions... Last October, a flood of traffic from the Mirai botnet brought down major portions of the internet, blocking access to Amazon, Netflix, and other services for most of the northeastern US. It was a painful reminder of the fragility of... 18 minutes

Android O is Oreo -- unless Google is trolling - CNET

CNET Google's Android O reveal is now officially timed to Monday's solar eclipse. What does that say to you? Google's Android O reveal is now officially timed to Monday's solar eclipse. What does that say to you? 28 minutes

TouchArcade iOS Gaming Roundup: Six Ages, Miracle Merchant, Dungeon Raid Eulogy, and More

MacRumors We're only a few days away from a major solar... We're only a few days away from a major solar eclipse in the USA, and I suspect tons of people will be spending quite a bit of time this weekend either driving to the path of the eclipse on the... 28 minutes

The built-in app locker in OxygenOS isn’t all that secure, OnePlus working on a fix

9to5Google OxygenOS — the Android ROM that’s... OxygenOS — the Android ROM that’s present on OnePlus phones — comes outfitted with a lot of exclusive features and customization options that you won’t find on stock Android. One of OxygenOS’s most useful additions is a built-in app locker,... 1 hour

Xbox One X leak suggests limited ‘Project Scorpio Edition’

THE VERGE Information about where and when you’ll be able to preorder Microsoft’s upcoming Xbox One X console is expected... Information about where and when you’ll be able to preorder Microsoft’s upcoming Xbox One X console is expected to arrive this weekend at Gamescom, but it seems that some details are leaking out early in the form of listings for... 1 hour

How To Get The Splatoon 2 Edition Nintendo Switch

CINEMA BLEND If you've been holding out on getting a Switch and already have plans to pick up one of... If you've been holding out on getting a Switch and already have plans to pick up one of the new console's biggest titles, then you'll probably want to keep your eye out for the Splatoon 2 bundle, which will soon... 2 hours

DJ Khaled to kick off new Xbox Live Sessions show on Mixer

Windows Central Feel like you need a little more celebrity endorsement with your Xbox love? Microsoft has a show for that. Microsoft is getting ready to... Feel like you need a little more celebrity endorsement with your Xbox love? Microsoft has a show for that. Microsoft is getting ready to debut a new celebrity-infused livestream show on Mixer for Xbox fans. ... 2 hours

Classic Tabletop Game Ogre Is Coming To Steam

CINEMA BLEND An old-school tabletop game from the yesteryears of gaming is making its return, only this time it's doing so in... An old-school tabletop game from the yesteryears of gaming is making its return, only this time it's doing so in the form of an interactive entertainment title on PC. That's right, Ogre is making a return to form as a... 2 hours

MGL 40 - Come join us for Ghost Recon Wildlands (Ended)

Windows Central Join us for Microsoft, Gaming and Libations LIVE on Mixer, and you could win stuff! "Microsoft, Gaming and Libations" is a live show hosted on Microsoft's... Join us for Microsoft, Gaming and Libations LIVE on Mixer, and you could win stuff! "Microsoft, Gaming and Libations" is a live show hosted on Microsoft's streaming network, Mixer.com, featuring Jez Corden, Zac Bowden, and Daniel Rubino from Windows Central.... 3 hours

Lenovo Legion Y720 review: A lot of PC for a very reasonable price

Windows Central This mid-range gaming laptop delivers a price-to-performance ratio that might be hard to turn down. Lenovo's Legion line has been updated with... This mid-range gaming laptop delivers a price-to-performance ratio that might be hard to turn down. Lenovo's Legion line has been updated with the Y720, a midrange gaming laptop that starts at about $1,050. Performance is outstanding considering the price, and... 3 hours

F1 2017 arrives Aug 25 for Mac, check out the new gameplay trailer [Video]

9to5Mac VIDEO It is always good news when the macOS... It is always good news when the macOS port of a AAA game releases day and date with the console and PC versions. Feral Interactive is no stranger to having done so as one of the most well known developers... 3 hours

Google to livestream Android O launch event timed for total solar eclipse

TechCrunch Google is using a astronomical event to debut its newest Android operating system update: Android O is set to arrive on August 21, with... Google is using a astronomical event to debut its newest Android operating system update: Android O is set to arrive on August 21, with a livestreamed unveiling event timed for 2:40 PM ET in NYC – which is roughly when... 3 hours

Google leak may have just confirmed Android Oreo

THE VERGE It’s been a long, confusing road, but a file attached to a Google+ post announcing the newly announced Android O... It’s been a long, confusing road, but a file attached to a Google+ post announcing the newly announced Android O eclipse teaser may have finally revealed that Android O will in fact be called Android Oreo. The file’s name was... 3 hours

Google essentially just confirmed that Android O will be ‘Oreo’

9to5Google While Google has yet to officially confirm the name of the upcoming version of Android, Android... While Google has yet to officially confirm the name of the upcoming version of Android, Android O, it’s been widely speculated that it will be Oreo. After all, there aren’t many other desserts that start with an O, so it... 3 hours

Watch Jon Snow imitate a dragon in 'Game of Thrones' video - CNET

CNET Actor Kit Harington demonstrates his "Game of Thrones" character's species confusion in a charming video from Emilia Clarke's Instagram account. Actor Kit Harington demonstrates his "Game of Thrones" character's species confusion in a charming video from Emilia Clarke's Instagram account. 3 hours

Android O is Oreo -- unless Google's trolling - CNET

CNET Google's Android O reveal is now officially timed to Monday's solar eclipse. What does that say to you? Google's Android O reveal is now officially timed to Monday's solar eclipse. What does that say to you? 3 hours

Microsoft brings some Cortana magic to Skype Preview for Android

Windows Central Microsoft has brought a little bit of Cortana magic to the Skype Preview app on Android. If you use the Skype Preview app for Android, then you can... Microsoft has brought a little bit of Cortana magic to the Skype Preview app on Android. If you use the Skype Preview app for Android, then you can now interact with Cortana alongside all of your other chats — so... 4 hours

What exactly IS a Universal Windows Platform (UWP) app?

Windows Central Is Spotify for Xbox a Universal Windows Platform (UWP) app? You bet, and today we explain what exactly makes a UWP app UWP. Writing about technology is often a balancing... Is Spotify for Xbox a Universal Windows Platform (UWP) app? You bet, and today we explain what exactly makes a UWP app UWP. Writing about technology is often a balancing act. Some people want general tech news, while others want... 4 hours

Get an extra 20% off gaming accessories thanks to Amazon and Gamescom

Windows Central Our friends at Thrifter are back again with a deal for Gamescom fans! Gamescom is one of the largest annual video game events in... Our friends at Thrifter are back again with a deal for Gamescom fans! Gamescom is one of the largest annual video game events in the world, and it's happening next week in Cologne, Germany. I mean, this thing is so... 4 hours

Elgato's Cam Link is a cheaper way to turn your HDMI camera into a webcam

THE VERGE Elgato has made a nice business... Elgato has made a nice business for itself helping people capture game footage with its HD60 line of capture devices, which ingest video from HDMI input, while offering an HDMI passthrough so you can keep playing without latency. But the... 4 hours

Save on everything Xbox with discounted gift cards at Walmart

Windows Central Our friends at Thrifter are back again, this time with big discounts on Xbox digital gift cards! Update: This deal is done at Amazon but Walmart has picked... Our friends at Thrifter are back again, this time with big discounts on Xbox digital gift cards! Update: This deal is done at Amazon but Walmart has picked up the torch! Much like Amazon, some of the denominations are not... 5 hours

Google teases Android O announcement with countdown to Monday, August 21st event

9to5Google VIDEO Three weeks after the release of Developer Preview 4, Google today launched a teaser site for an Android O announcement this coming Monday. This countdown... Three weeks after the release of Developer Preview 4, Google today launched a teaser site for an Android O announcement this coming Monday. This countdown is coinciding with the solar eclipse that is happening on Monday, with a livestreamed event scheduled... 5 hours

Twitch acquired video indexing platform ClipMine to power new discovery features

TechCrunch In an announcement about a set of new discovery tools, Amazon-owned video game streaming... In an announcement about a set of new discovery tools, Amazon-owned video game streaming site Twitch also unveiled that it recently acquired Palo Alto-based video indexing platform ClipMine. The startup’s technology is now being put to use to translate visual... 5 hours

Google starts counting down to Android O with a new eclipse-themed teaser

THE VERGE Android O has been in developer beta for months, and it looks like the final version might be ready to launch soon, with Google... Android O has been in developer beta for months, and it looks like the final version might be ready to launch soon, with Google launching an eclipse-themed teaser website counting down toward August 21st. Along with the countdown, the site... 5 hours

Xbox One Alpha preview dashboard is getting a much-requested increase in pins

Windows Central If the latest version of the Xbox One dashboard in Alpha ring has you aching for more pins, you're in luck. The Xbox One... If the latest version of the Xbox One dashboard in Alpha ring has you aching for more pins, you're in luck. The Xbox One dashboard is in line for another major overhaul, which has already entered testing with Xbox Insiders... 5 hours

EGX 2017 will offer UK fans early hands-on time with Xbox One X

Windows Central Xbox fans in the UK looking to get some hands-on time with the Xbox One X ahead of launch will want to... Xbox fans in the UK looking to get some hands-on time with the Xbox One X ahead of launch will want to check out EGX 2017. According to Eurogamer, the only place that the general public in the UK will... 5 hours

Google Home now supports free Spotify accounts

THE VERGE Google Home can now stream music from free Spotify accounts, as spotted by Android Police. Google promised to make its Home speaker... Google Home can now stream music from free Spotify accounts, as spotted by Android Police. Google promised to make its Home speaker compatible with more music and video streaming services back at I/O in May, with a list included Deezer,... 6 hours

ReCore Definitive Edition now available for preorder on Xbox One, ahead of official unveiling

Windows Central ReCore Definitive Edition for Xbox One is now available for preorder from the Microsoft Store... even though it's yet to... ReCore Definitive Edition for Xbox One is now available for preorder from the Microsoft Store... even though it's yet to be announced. An upgraded re-release of ReCore has been one of Microsoft's worst kept secrets of this year, following numerous... 6 hours

Likelihood that top Googlers use Android Wear in their normal life, rated (w/ evidence) [Gallery]

9to5Google Android Wear has been a rollercoaster... Android Wear has been a rollercoaster of emotions for Google fans. The initial teasers showing the Moto 360’s beautiful circular display pretty much gave butterflies to green robot fans everywhere, but since, the platform, and smartwatches in general, have struggled to... 6 hours

Essential Phone PH-1 Release Date, Price and Specs - CNET

CNET When one of the guys who co-created Android makes a phone, we pay close attention. When one of the guys who co-created Android makes a phone, we pay close attention. 6 hours

See the brains of Andy Rubin's Essential Home - CNET

CNET The pieces are coming together for the Echo competitor from the founder of Android. The pieces are coming together for the Echo competitor from the founder of Android. 6 hours

The making of Andy Rubin's 'Essential' phone - CNET

CNET Essential, led by Android's co-creator, used its very own machine shop to help develop the phone, fast. Essential, led by Android's co-creator, used its very own machine shop to help develop the phone, fast. 6 hours

Chipotle's Order-Ahead App Will Accept Apple Pay Later This Year

MacRumors Deloitte this week announced it has been selected to redesign Chipotle Mexican Grill's mobile ordering app... Deloitte this week announced it has been selected to redesign Chipotle Mexican Grill's mobile ordering app for iOS and Android. Chipotle plans to launch the new apps in the fall of 2017, and one of the key new features will... 6 hours

Hands on with Andy Rubin’s Essential Phone

TechCrunch It’s a pretty captivating pitch: Andy Rubin, one of the guys who founded Android (and who lead the project within Google for... It’s a pretty captivating pitch: Andy Rubin, one of the guys who founded Android (and who lead the project within Google for 8 years!) has a new company… and he’s building an Android phone. The “Essential Phone”, as it’s known.... 7 hours

Company launches Bluetooth fidget spinner for gaming to keep the trend alive

THE VERGE A company called Fidgetly, which describes itself as the "premiere fidget spinner company," is launching a Bluetooth-connected fidget spinner specifically designed for its new... A company called Fidgetly, which describes itself as the "premiere fidget spinner company," is launching a Bluetooth-connected fidget spinner specifically designed for its new smartphone game. It's describing the product, called the FidgetlyCTRL, as the first-ever gaming fidget spinner. The... 7 hours

Prepare for Evil Within 2 for Xbox One by catching up on the original story

Windows Central The Evil Within drops you into a twisted world where the old and the new worlds smash together,... The Evil Within drops you into a twisted world where the old and the new worlds smash together, filled with unspeakable horrors. Come with us as we drop down the rabbit hole and explore the story behind The Evil Within... 8 hours

The LG V30 has me more excited than the new iPhone

THE VERGE Call it a symptom of my tech journalist bubble, but somewhere over the past... Call it a symptom of my tech journalist bubble, but somewhere over the past couple of years, I’ve lost the ability to be truly excited about new iPhones. Apple has contributed to this feeling, having kept its design changes incremental... 9 hours

Kit Kat accused of copying Atari game Breakout

BBC Nestle's marketing mimics the 1970s Atari computer game Breakout, a court case alleges. Nestle's marketing mimics the 1970s Atari computer game Breakout, a court case alleges. 10 hours

New Apple videos explain how iOS 11 and its multi-tasking features work on the iPad

TechCrunch iOS 11, the next version of... iOS 11, the next version of Apple’s mobile operating system, is quite the game-changer for iPad owners. We wrote that the software effectively turns an iPad into a mobile computer through a number of new features that go beyond previous limits... 13 hours

How to make Allo for web look identical to Google Hangouts

9to5Google While many in the Android and Google-fan communities used and loved (well, sometimes loved) Hangouts... While many in the Android and Google-fan communities used and loved (well, sometimes loved) Hangouts for messaging others from mobile and desktop, Google is now shifting the app’s focus to enterprise. In its place is Allo, which only started working on... 17 hours

How Jack Black Channeled His Inner Teenage Girl For Jumanji

CINEMA BLEND In the upcoming Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, Jack Black is playing the video game avatar... In the upcoming Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, Jack Black is playing the video game avatar of a teenage girl. Now the star has revealed what was involved to get him into character. 17 hours

Digital Board Game 'Tsuro' Available for Free as Apple's App of the Week

MacRumors VIDEO Each week, Apple chooses an "App of the Week" to... Each week, Apple chooses an "App of the Week" to highlight, which means it can be downloaded for free. This week's pick is a board game named Tsuro: The Game of the Path, which is normally priced at $2.99. Since... 18 hours

Joy-Con Adapter Makes The Nintendo Switch A Lot More Accessible

CINEMA BLEND The Nintendo Switch's Joy-Con controllers are already pretty versatile, but that doesn't mean they can't be... The Nintendo Switch's Joy-Con controllers are already pretty versatile, but that doesn't mean they can't be further tweaked to make gaming possible for an even wider audience. 19 hours

Splatoon 2's Next Splatfest Will Attempt To Answer A Classic Superhero Question

CINEMA BLEND Nintendo is keeping the Splatfest festivities moving forward with the next big topic following the showdowns between ice cream and cake, as well as... Nintendo is keeping the Splatfest festivities moving forward with the next big topic following the showdowns between ice cream and cake, as well as ketchup and mayo. The next big thing for Splatoon 2's Splatfest will tackle a controversial topic... 19 hours

Crackdown 3 Has Been Delayed Into 2018

CINEMA BLEND Microsoft confirmed recently that the third-person, open-world, physics-based shooter, Crackdown 3, is being pushed back out of its November 7th, 2017 launch.... Microsoft confirmed recently that the third-person, open-world, physics-based shooter, Crackdown 3, is being pushed back out of its November 7th, 2017 launch. The game has been delayed well into 2018, and this means that the Xbox One X is going... 22 hours

Hulu for Android TV updated with improved watchlist and performance improvements

9to5Google As much as I love Android TV, I’ll also be the first to admit... As much as I love Android TV, I’ll also be the first to admit that its apps don’t get the attention they deserve. One major culprit of that is Hulu, but today the streaming provider is taking a step in... 23 hours

Android Instant Apps now work on 500 million devices across the globe

9to5Google Google first announced Android Instant Apps — the service that allows you to use partial apps via Chrome — back at I/O 2016. The... Google first announced Android Instant Apps — the service that allows you to use partial apps via Chrome — back at I/O 2016. The rollout has been a slow one to say the least, and following Android Instant Apps first... 23 hours

MGL 40 - Come join us for Ghost Recon Wildlands and you might win!

Windows Central Join us for Microsoft, Gaming and Libations LIVE on Mixer, and you could win stuff! "Microsoft, Gaming and Libations" is... Join us for Microsoft, Gaming and Libations LIVE on Mixer, and you could win stuff! "Microsoft, Gaming and Libations" is a live show hosted on Microsoft's streaming network, Mixer.com, featuring Jez Corden, Zac Bowden, and Daniel Rubino from Windows Central.... 1 day

Increase your Xbox's hard drive space with this $130 5TB hard drive

Windows Central Our friends at Thrifter are back again, this time with a deal on a great external drive for your gaming console! Want more games... Our friends at Thrifter are back again, this time with a deal on a great external drive for your gaming console! Want more games but need more storage? The Seagate Backup Plus 5TB External Hard Drive is now on sale... 1 day

Chime in: Does Xbox One still hold up as a video and music machine?

Windows Central Four years after launch, is the Xbox One still a viable all-in-one entertainment system for the home? Back when the... Four years after launch, is the Xbox One still a viable all-in-one entertainment system for the home? Back when the Xbox One first launched back in 2013, Microsoft set out to conquer the living room with a dedicated set of... 1 day

Gogoro’s sleek electric scooters are now available to rent in Paris

THE VERGE The Gogoro scooter-sharing service, Coup, has launched today in Paris. Announced back in May,... The Gogoro scooter-sharing service, Coup, has launched today in Paris. Announced back in May, 600 of the Taiwanese company’s slick electric scooters are now available for rent in and around the city’s center. The price has ticked up slightly from... 1 day

Why Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle May Be The Mario Game To Beat This Year

CINEMA BLEND The latter half of 2017 will... The latter half of 2017 will see no fewer than two different Mario games hit the Nintendo Switch. I was able to spend a little bit of time with both of them at San Diego Comic-Con and the better game... 1 day

Madden NFL 18 free trial now available for EA Access members

Windows Central EA Access subscribers can now get their hands on the latest Madden title a little early. If you subscribe to EA Access, you can now give... EA Access subscribers can now get their hands on the latest Madden title a little early. If you subscribe to EA Access, you can now give Madden NFL 18 an early run on your Xbox One. ... 1 day

Asus ‘will update’ the Zenfone 3 and 4 Series to Android O, eventually

9to5Google Asus releases a lot of phones every year, but not... Asus releases a lot of phones every year, but not many of them actually see long-term support in terms of major OS upgrades. After unveiling 6 more phones earlier today, the company confirmed that it has plans to push Android... 1 day

Prey Now Has A Free Trial On PC

CINEMA BLEND VIDEO It has been a really busy year for new game releases, so you'd be forgiven if you happened to overlook... It has been a really busy year for new game releases, so you'd be forgiven if you happened to overlook the atmospheric survival shooter, Prey. Bethesda is hoping you'll be willing to give it a chance now, though, as they've... 1 day

New Images Pit Humans Vs. White Walkers “Beyond The Wall” In The Next ‘Game Of Thrones’

SCIENCEFICTION.COM With the sixth episode... With the sixth episode of ‘Game of Thrones’ seventh season, “Beyond the Wall” has already leaked online and it seems like HBO has decided to share some new photos from it. These match up quite a bit with the trailer... 1 day

Instagram will now automatically turn photos you're replying to into a sticker

THE VERGE Instagram is rolling out a new feature today on its iOS and Android apps that'll clear up DM confusion. Users could already reply to... Instagram is rolling out a new feature today on its iOS and Android apps that'll clear up DM confusion. Users could already reply to photos, videos, and reshared posts sent to their DMs with their own photo or video, but... 1 day

Battlefield: Bad Company hits the Xbox One backward compatible list

Windows Central Another game has hit the Xbox One backward compatible list, this time from the Battlefield series. The list of backward compatible games on Xbox One has grown by... Another game has hit the Xbox One backward compatible list, this time from the Battlefield series. The list of backward compatible games on Xbox One has grown by one today with the addition of Battlefield: Bad Company. ... 1 day

The Hunger Games And Twilight Are Getting A Theme Park

CINEMA BLEND As movie franchises become more and more important parts of ongoing studio business, those studios also... As movie franchises become more and more important parts of ongoing studio business, those studios also look for additional ways to leverage those franchises outside of the movie theater. 1 day

Essential Phone available for preorder, after delays - CNET

CNET Android creator Andy Rubin's phone can be preordered online, including through Sprint if you want a discount. Android creator Andy Rubin's phone can be preordered online, including through Sprint if you want a discount. 1 day

Nintendo’s Splatoon 2 Switch bundle will be a Walmart exclusive

TechCrunch Want those snazzy neon green and pink Switch controllers you’ve been coveting? In the U.S. and... Want those snazzy neon green and pink Switch controllers you’ve been coveting? In the U.S. and Canada, you’ll have to head to Walmart to pick up the Splatoon 2 Switch console bundle – at least initially. The bundle, announced today... 1 day

Essential Phone is now available everywhere, after delays - CNET

CNET Android creator Andy Rubin's Essential Phone is now available online, and through pre-orders if you want a discount. Android creator Andy Rubin's Essential Phone is now available online, and through pre-orders if you want a discount. 1 day

Nintendo’s colorful Splatoon 2 Switch bundle is exclusive to Walmart

THE VERGE Neon pink-and-green Joy-Con controllers are finally coming to North America — but you’ll have to head... Neon pink-and-green Joy-Con controllers are finally coming to North America — but you’ll have to head to Walmart to grab some. Today, Nintendo announced a new bundle for its Switch console, which comes packed with a digital copy of multiplayer... 1 day

The Essential Phone will get two years of Android software updates

THE VERGE The Essential Phone is nearing shipment, and today company founder Andy Rubin published a... The Essential Phone is nearing shipment, and today company founder Andy Rubin published a blog post clearly meant to make customers feel confident with buying into a completely new and unproven electronics brand. He laid out Essential’s principles and pledges,... 1 day

What's the fascination of watching other people play video games?

THE VERGE About a month ago, my colleague Dan Seifert admitted on Twitter that he basically does not... About a month ago, my colleague Dan Seifert admitted on Twitter that he basically does not understand me as a person: i will never understand the fascination with watching other people play video games— me, an idiot (@dcseifert) July 18,... 1 day

Xbox One X preorders will be announced at Gamescom 2017 this Sunday

Windows Central Preorders for Microsoft's next gaming console, the Xbox One X, will be announced this Sunday. Earlier this year at E3 2017, Microsoft officially unveiled... Preorders for Microsoft's next gaming console, the Xbox One X, will be announced this Sunday. Earlier this year at E3 2017, Microsoft officially unveiled the latest evolution in its line of gaming consoles, with the Xbox One X. Standing out... 1 day

Skype starts testing revamped desktop experience

Windows Central The new Skype experience is finally now being tested on desktop, but it appears the UWP app is left out. A couple of months following its revamp on Android and iOS, Skype has now announced its... The new Skype experience is finally now being tested on desktop, but it appears the UWP app is left out. A couple of months following its revamp on Android and iOS, Skype has now announced its redesigned experience is now... 1 day

Essential Phone now available to order, ships soon to pre-sale customers

TechCrunch The Essential Phone has arrived, a bit later than originally announced. The first smartphone... The Essential Phone has arrived, a bit later than originally announced. The first smartphone from the new company founded by Android creator Andy Rubin is now available to order, via Essential’s own site, Best Buy, and Sprint. The phone is... 1 day

Explore the wilds of Skyrim in these slick new art prints

THE VERGE The beautiful fantasy realm of Skyrim could soon adorn your walls. Today, game-focused art... The beautiful fantasy realm of Skyrim could soon adorn your walls. Today, game-focused art gallery Cook & Becker announced its latest series, which explores The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, with concept art featuring everything from elaborate elven temples to snowy... 1 day

Command hordes of vicious rat-men in Total War Warhammer II

Windows Central Sega recently revealed the Skaven, vile rat-men, as the fourth playable race in upcoming PC strategy game Total War: Warhammer II. We got to play the first hour... Sega recently revealed the Skaven, vile rat-men, as the fourth playable race in upcoming PC strategy game Total War: Warhammer II. We got to play the first hour of the Skaven campaign and speak to the developers to learn what... 1 day

Sprint says you can preorder the Essential Phone now - CNET

CNET The exclusive carrier for the new phone from Android creator Andy Rubin will let you pay off the $700 cost over 18 months. The exclusive carrier for the new phone from Android creator Andy Rubin will let you pay off the $700 cost over 18 months. 1 day

Newton Mail finally comes to Windows for a cross-platform email experience

THE VERGE Newton Mail, a multi-platform email app that’s been available on Mac, iOS, and Android,... Newton Mail, a multi-platform email app that’s been available on Mac, iOS, and Android, is finally reaching the last major platform it had yet to be offered on: Windows 10. Aside from, you know, being offered on Windows, there’s not... 1 day

Great PC games you don't need an expensive GPU to enjoy

Windows Central Not everyone has the funds available to purchase or build a powerful gaming PC. Here are some of the best games you can play on low-end... Not everyone has the funds available to purchase or build a powerful gaming PC. Here are some of the best games you can play on low-end hardware and laptops. Having the best graphics in the business doesn't necessarily equate to... 1 day

Android newbie HMD’s Nokia 8 flagship lets you livestream ‘frontbacks’

TechCrunch Rebooting the venerable Nokia smartphone brand has not been a rush job for HMD Global, the... Rebooting the venerable Nokia smartphone brand has not been a rush job for HMD Global, the Foxconn-backed company set up for the purpose of licensing the Nokia name to try to revive the brand’s fortunes on smartphones. But after starting... 1 day

Windows Central Newton for Windows makes its official debut today on the Windows Store. Newton, an extremely popular email client on iOS, Android and macOS, is... Newton for Windows makes its official debut today on the Windows Store. Newton, an extremely popular email client on iOS, Android and macOS, is finally coming to Windows 10 today with an official launch on the Windows Store. After being... 1 day

The Xbox Insider's Alpha Ring now lets you filter Xbox One X enhanced 4K games

Windows Central The Xbox One X launches on November 7, 2017, promising internals powerful enough to handle 4K visuals. Beyond... The Xbox One X launches on November 7, 2017, promising internals powerful enough to handle 4K visuals. Beyond 4K resolutions, the Xbox One X will also feature "Enhanced" games, that have more impressive effects and visual features than their Xbox... 1 day

Google is testing a data-friendly version of its Search app

TechCrunch Google might soon release a data-friendly version of its search app for mobile. That’s because the... Google might soon release a data-friendly version of its search app for mobile. That’s because the company is currently piloting such an app in Indonesia, as the eagle-eyed team at Android Police first spotted. “Search Lite” — which TechCrunch understands... 1 day

Microsoft's biggest Xbox One X launch title is delayed until 2018

THE VERGE Crackdown 3, the long-awaited open-world action game that was set to be released alongside... Crackdown 3, the long-awaited open-world action game that was set to be released alongside the Xbox One X on November 7th, has been delayed until spring of next year. The decision leaves Microsoft without a major Xbox-exclusive title launching day-and-date... 2 days

Crackdown 3 is delayed, but is that such a terrible thing?

Windows Central Crackdown 3 might be delayed, but is that such a bad thing? After the news broke earlier today, I found myself flooded with messages on social... Crackdown 3 might be delayed, but is that such a bad thing? After the news broke earlier today, I found myself flooded with messages on social media about Crackdown 3's delay, which now moves over to Spring 2018. News like... 2 days

Which Android phone coming this fall are you most excited about? [Poll]

9to5Google As we quickly approach the end of summer, we’re expecting some of the biggest names in the smartphone world to release its latest and... As we quickly approach the end of summer, we’re expecting some of the biggest names in the smartphone world to release its latest and greatest. This includes handsets from LG, Samsung, Google, Essential, and Motorola. Which of this fall’s new Android... 2 days

How Planet Of The Apes: Last Frontier Will Be More Like A Movie Than A Traditional Video Game

CINEMA BLEND ... Imaginati is working on a new game due out this fall called Planet of the Apes: Last Frontier. The game is designed to mimic a Hollywood movie, even more-so than most games that aim for that same feel. 2 days

The Xbox Insider Program's Alpha Ring is picking up a bug squishing update today

Windows Central The Xbox Insider Program's Alpha Ring is getting a bug-crushing update today. While this seems to be a relatively small... The Xbox Insider Program's Alpha Ring is getting a bug-crushing update today. While this seems to be a relatively small update containing a few fixes, it shows that development is pacing nicely. The first update of this Xbox preview wave... 2 days

Man sells entire video game collection for $20K

ABC NEWS Amble's home is now lined with empty bookshelves instead of video games. Amble's home is now lined with empty bookshelves instead of video games. 2 days

WATCH: Man sells entire video game collection for $20K

ABC NEWS A Milwaukee, Wisconsin, man decided to sell his extensive Nintendo video game collection online, and he reportedly made quite a hefty sum. A Milwaukee, Wisconsin, man decided to sell his extensive Nintendo video game collection online, and he reportedly made quite a hefty sum. 2 days

Crackdown 3 delayed into 2018, no longer an Xbox One X launch title

Windows Central Crackdown 3 has been delayed into 2018, killing its status as an Xbox One X launch title. Microsoft has moved to delay... Crackdown 3 has been delayed into 2018, killing its status as an Xbox One X launch title. Microsoft has moved to delay the launch of Crackdown 3 from November 7 to a more general release windows of "spring 2018." ... 2 days

The Xbox Controller Adapter For Windows 10 Has Been Delayed

CINEMA BLEND Microsoft has low-key delayed the upcoming Xbox wireless controller adapter for Windows 10 systems. The delay... Microsoft has low-key delayed the upcoming Xbox wireless controller adapter for Windows 10 systems. The delay comes after the accessory missed its original release date. 2 days

Save big on Season Passes for Xbox One games like Fallout 4

Windows Central Our friends at Thrifter are back again, this time with discounts on season passes for Xbox One games! Amazon is having a sale on... Our friends at Thrifter are back again, this time with discounts on season passes for Xbox One games! Amazon is having a sale on Xbox One Season Passes for a variety of games, like Fallout 4 for $29.99, with some... 2 days

Google is testing a 'Search Lite' app for countries with slow connections

THE VERGE Google is testing a light version of its Search app meant for areas with poor or slow internet connections, according to Android Police. The... Google is testing a light version of its Search app meant for areas with poor or slow internet connections, according to Android Police. The app is currently only available in the Play Store in Indonesia. Photo: Android Police The functions... 2 days

Schlage adds Android support for its Bluetooth smart lock

THE VERGE VIDEO Schlage is adding Android compatibility to one of its Bluetooth-enabled smart locks. Google Play is getting the Schlage... Schlage is adding Android compatibility to one of its Bluetooth-enabled smart locks. Google Play is getting the Schlage Sense app, which was previously limited to iOS. Schlage also just announced the Sense Wi-Fi Adapter, which will allow both iOS and... 2 days

Best (and worst) Total War games for PC

Windows Central Total War is a series of games that captivates you, consumes you, and takes over your life. Here's a look at the best (and worst) games to get you started. If you've... Total War is a series of games that captivates you, consumes you, and takes over your life. Here's a look at the best (and worst) games to get you started. If you've yet to try a Total War game and... 2 days

We Happy Few for Xbox One, Windows 10 will get a full campaign mode

Windows Central Remember We Happy Few? It was that ID@Xbox game that took the internet by storm at last year's E3 ...... Remember We Happy Few? It was that ID@Xbox game that took the internet by storm at last year's E3 ... only to crash out of the spotlight? We Happy Few emerged a year ago on Xbox One as a timed... 2 days

Nokia 8: HMD Global unveils its Android flagship w/Snapdragon 835, dual-camera, more

9to5Google VIDEO As widely expected, Nokia today officially announced its first flagship Android phone. The Nokia 8 shares the design of its current lineup, but with... As widely expected, Nokia today officially announced its first flagship Android phone. The Nokia 8 shares the design of its current lineup, but with specs that match the current wave of 2017 flagships. Beyond a Snapdragon 835 processor, there is... 2 days

The Nokia 8 flagship keeps the bezels, adds a 'bothie' camera

THE VERGE HMD Global, the Finnish company that licensed the rights to produce Nokia phones, is... HMD Global, the Finnish company that licensed the rights to produce Nokia phones, is revealing the company’s first Nokia-branded Android flagship phone today. The new Nokia 8 will be available in early September across Europe, priced at 599 euros ($705).... 2 days

Twitter starts organizing tweets by topics in the Explore tab

THE VERGE Twitter is trying to make it easier for users to find content relevant to their interests.... Twitter is trying to make it easier for users to find content relevant to their interests. The company confirmed in a statement to Buzzfeed today that it's now sorting tweets by topic in the Explore tab, regardless of whether you're... 2 days

How HBO’s Westworld installation made fans ‘the center of the universe’

THE VERGE One of the highlights of last month’s San Diego Comic-Con was HBO’s Westworld: The... One of the highlights of last month’s San Diego Comic-Con was HBO’s Westworld: The Experience. The half-hour attraction gave small groups of guests the opportunity to visit the offices of Delos, Inc., the fictional company behind the Westworld theme park.... 2 days

Google brings Q&As to Google Maps

TechCrunch Google is launching a new feature for Google Maps for Android and mobile search today: question and answers. I’m sure it won’t come as... Google is launching a new feature for Google Maps for Android and mobile search today: question and answers. I’m sure it won’t come as a surprise when I tell you that this feature allows you to ask questions about a... 2 days

Xbox survival game 'We Happy Few' details plans for a full campaign story mode, and more

Windows Central Remember We Happy Few? It was that ID@Xbox game that took the internet by storm at... Remember We Happy Few? It was that ID@Xbox game that took the internet by storm at last year's E3 ... only to crash out of the spotlight? We Happy Few emerged a year ago on Xbox One as a timed... 2 days

Conan Exiles hits Xbox One Game Preview alongside The Frozen North expansion

Windows Central Conan Exiles is getting a little chillier as it makes its console debut in the Xbox One Game Preview program. Conan Exiles is now... Conan Exiles is getting a little chillier as it makes its console debut in the Xbox One Game Preview program. Conan Exiles is now officially available on Xbox One in early access through the Game Preview Program. ... 2 days

Opinion: There are lots of great Android phones coming this fall, but I’m most excited about V30

9to5Google Things are... Things are about to get exciting in the mobile landscape with just every Android OEM, as usual, prepping to release more new flagship smartphones. In the crowd there’s Google, Samsung, LG, Andy Rubin’s Essential, Huawei, Moto, and others prepping new... 2 days

KGI: LTE Apple Watch likely using eSIM, no phone calling or Android support expected

9to5Mac Reliable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities has... Reliable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities has an update to the recent LTE Apple Watch report that includes a few details about what to expect. Kuo expects cellular models of the Apple Watch will use an eSIM and not... 2 days