OnePlus 3T Oreo beta sent clipboard data to Chinese servers
Jan 11th - OnePlus 3T and clipboard data accessing the network in the December beta release of Oreo. The IP addresses that were trying to be accessed are owned by Alibaba.
Joe Fedewa
Features Editor
Google bought a UK startup that can turn displays into speakers
Jan 11th - The startup is named Redux. They developed technology that eliminates the need for a mobile device to have small speakers.
Android Oreo kernel source code released for the Moto Z2 Force
Jan 11th - Oreo started rolling out to some models in late December. Motorola is following that up by releasing the kernel source code.
The latest Samsung Galaxy S8 Oreo beta update could be the last
Jan 11th - The update includes the usual array of bug fixes, security patches, and minor improvements. With the 15th quickly approaching, this is likely the last beta update we’ll see.
The latest Samsung Internet Beta brings improved download management
Jan 10th - Most OEM browsers are not worth caring about, but Samsung Internet is actually really good. They even have a beta version so you can get new features right away.
Dish set-top boxes will soon work with Google Assistant
Jan 10th - Dish is promising to add Google Assistant control to the Hopper DVR, Joey client, and Wally receiver. You’ll be able to use your voice to control the set-top box.
People aren’t using the new Snapchat features
Jan 10th - Users are still more likely to send a Snap to a friend that post to their Story. Try as they might, Snapchat is primarily seen as a messaging platform.
Google Duo is getting major new features, including group calls
Jan 10th - Duo is one of the easiest video calling apps you can use, but it’s pretty barebones. Google hasn’t added many features since it was launched. It appears Duo will be getting some major new features in 2018.
The LG ThinQ WK9 is another smart display with Google Assistant
Jan 10th - LG doesn’t have the physical device at CES, but we have some press photos of what it will look like. The design is not as inspired as the Lenovo Smart Display.
Samsung will unveil the Galaxy S9 at MWC 2018
Jan 10th - The Samsung Galaxy S9 has been popping up in rumors, but we’re soon to get a lot more intimate with the device. Samsung has confirmed that they will be unveiling their first flagship phone of 2018 at Mobile World Congress in February.
Canary announces $99 indoor security camera with Alexa integration
Jan 9th - Canary isn’t as popular of a name brand as Nest, but they have some nice products. Their newest camera is only $99 and it includes some spiffy smart features.
The Razer Phone is getting HDR and surround sound for Netflix
Jan 9th - Razer and Netflix announced a partnership to bring some fancy features to the Razer Phone. The Razer Phone will be the first smartphone to offer Dolby Digital Plus 5.1 surround sound and HDR10 video.
Nextbit is shutting down the cloud storage service for the Robin
Jan 9th - Users will be signed out of Smart Storage on March 1st. They can sync their data to the phone or download it on Nextbit’s website. This feature will be available until April 1st.
Samsung Gear smartwatches will get SmartThings app this year
Jan 9th - Smart home enthusiasts will be happy to hear that SmartThings is coming to Gear smartwatches. The app will be available on the Gear S3 and Gear Sport later this year.
Project Linda transforms the Razer Phone into a laptop
Jan 9th - Razer has announced “Project Linda” at CES. It’s a shell for the Razer Phone that transforms the phone into a laptop. This has been attempted many times in the past, but Razer is doing something new and interesting.