Month: February 2015
WhatsApp’s web client now works with Firefox and Opera
Last month WhatsApp launched a browser-based version of its messaging service. The problem was that it was fairly limited in terms of compatibility, and was only available to people using Google Chrome. Thankfully, if you don't want to use Chrome, you now have a couple of extra options in the form of Firefox and Opera. This…
Could measuring brainwaves predict a movie’s success?
You might think you’re pretty good at guessing whether you’ll enjoy a movie or not, but measuring your brainwaves could be a better way to predict what will appeal to you. Maarten A. S. Boksem and Ale Smidts from Erasmus University already knew that our subconscious mind and conscious mind can often be in conflict…
Huawei announces the 4.5G Smartband
At the moment wearables haven't really grown up and become independent from smartphones, since they still rely on them for a large number of their useful functions. Even 3G-enabled devices like the Samsung Gear S aren't truly independent from their smartphone cousins. Huawei's Smartband has no such limitation. The Smartband also happens to run on Huawei's recently…
Kyocera will be showing off a solar-powered smartphone at MWC
Alternative means of powering your phone isn't really something that's kicked off just yet, despite there being some options popping up every now and again. But what about a phone that doesn't need to be plugged into charge because it has its own solar panels? Sounds ludicrous, but Kyocera has a prototype that'll be on display at…
Barclays Pingit will soon let you send money via Twitter
Sending money over the internet was once a hassle. You either needed someone's bank details, or you had to suck it up and deal with the fact that PayPal takes a slice of each transaction. Nowadays it's getting easier, first Google lets us email each other money, and now Barclays' Pingit app is going to…
The Fogo smart torch comes packed with all sorts of bonus tech
Smart devices are all the rage these days, but did you ever really feel like you needed a smart torch? It may never have crossed your mind, but it did cross someone else's. Without further adieu, meet the Fogo smart torch -- a torch with more tech than you thought a torch would ever need. Fogo's…
ShinyShiny at Mobile World Congress #MWC15
It's that time again: when the world's smartphone, tablet and mobile brands descend on beautiful Barcelona to show off what they've been working on at Mobile World Congress. This is where all the big phone announcements (other than Apple's, obviously!) happen, and this year we're expecting the likes of the HTC One M9, Sony Xperia…
From a clutch bag to a light bulb: 5 unusual ways to listen to music
[nextpage title="Next"] Ever feel bored of just listening to music from your speaker, headphones or laptop, and craving something more? There are actually so many unusual ways to play your tunes that you may never have even thought of, like a pillow and a light bulb. Yes, an actual light bulb. We took a look…
Leaked videos show the HTC One M9 in action
The HTC One M9 is due to be announced at MWC on Sunday, so as you might expect the rumour mill is working its hardest to make sure we know everything ahead of time. Now it seems prominent leaker @upleaks has come across something very special: three videos showing the One M9 in action. First…
Sony accidentally revealed the Xperia Z4 tablet early
When it comes to leaks, companies try their very best to keep everything locked down and prevent information escaping into the world. This time one of those companies jumped the gun a bit, because Sony has accidentally revealed a bit of information about the upcoming Xperia Z4 tablet ahead of an official announcement. The tablet…
