Dan Thorp-Lancaster
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Microsoft brings some Cortana magic to Skype Preview for Android
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Microsoft has brought a little bit of Cortana magic to the Skype Preview app on Android.
Microsoft launches new Bing visual search features on Android and iOS
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Microsoft is bringing new visual search capabilities to its Bing mobile apps, along with Edge and Microsoft Launcher.
Microsoft To-Do picks up 'Planned' smart list on Android
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
After rolling out on the web and Windows 10, Microsoft To-Do is picking up a new "Planned" smart list feature on Android.
Google's educational Expeditions are expanding to augmented reality
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Having already taken on VR with Google Cardboard, Google has announced that its Expeditions program is expanding to the world of augmented reality (AR).
Google's Tango Visual Positioning Service is like an indoor GPS
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
On stage at Google I/O 2017, Google showed of Tango Visual Positioning System — a sort of hyper-local GPS for the indoors.
This year's Puppy Bowl will bring the glorious gridiron action to VR
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
If you often find yourself more interested in playful puppies than gridiron warrior on Super Bowl Sunday, Animal Planet has an all new experience in store for this year's Puppy Bowl: VR.
Watch Google's self-driving car go rogue in this Grand Theft Auto parody
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Ever wondered what would happen if Google's self-driving car tech made its way to the world of Grand Theft Auto? Let's just say things would go a little haywire.
Samsung now sending approvals for free Gear VR with Galaxy S7 promo
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Samsung has started sending out approval emails to Galaxy S7 and S7 edge buyers who took advantage of the manufacturer's free Gear VR or Gear S2 promotion.
Google hires engineering manager behind Tesla's Autopilot feature
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Google has hired Robert Rose, who previously led Tesla's efforts to roll out Autopilot to its vehicles as engineering manager.
Samsung announces Galaxy Unpacked event for August 13
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
It looks like we're in for quite the treat from Samsung soon, as the company has announced its next Galaxy Unpacked event for August 13 in New York City.
Google teams up with auto manufacturers for self-driving cars
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Daydream support headed to Samsung Galaxy S8, S8+, and LG's next flagship phone
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Google has announced that its Daydream VR platform is not only headed to LG’s next flagship phone the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ as well.
Google's self-driving cars to hit the road in Virginia
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Love is in the air with Plants vs. Zombies 2's Valenbrainz event
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Plants vs. Zombies 2 is celebrating the love that's in the air this time of year with the Valenbrainz event, giving players a chance to pick up some unique costumes and more.
Plants vs Zombies 2 hits the beach again in Big Wave Beach part 2
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Sprint's $200 trade-in offer expanding to Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and S6 edge+, hints at impending launch
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Verizon pushing Android 5.1.1 and Stagefright fixes to Galaxy S6, S6 edge, Tab 4 10.1
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Verizon has begun pushing out updates to the Samsung Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, and Galaxy Tab 4 10.1, bringing fixes for the Stagefright exploit alongside Android 5.1.1.
Marshmallow rolls out to the T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Heads up T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ owners: Marshmallow is on its way.
Microsoft To-Do rolls out list sharing for everyone
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Microsoft To-Do can strike another item off of its own to-do list: sharing.
Microsoft Launcher picks up custom icon gestures, Android O support, and more
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
A fresh batch of features is rolling out to Microsoft Launcher, including changes to the family card and custom gestures for app icons.
Microsoft now sells Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ online
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Microsoft is now selling the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ at its online store.
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