As developers for tablets and smartphones we like to keep abreast of the latest mobile technology developments . This is a daily digest of mobile development and related technology news gathered from the BBC, the New York Times, New Scientist and the Globe and Mail to name a few. We scour the web for articles concerning, iPhone, iPad and android development, iOS and android operating systems as well as general articles on advances in mobile technology. We hope you find this useful and that it helps to keep you up to date with the latest technology developments.
- Two Galaxy Fold launch events reportedly delayed. Will the foldable phone still ship on time? – CNET
The reasons for the delay are murky but point to Samsung’s recent troubles with its new foldable phone.
- Game of Thrones season 8 episode 2 recap: The stakes are high, but the thirst is real – CNET
In “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,” the war against the dead is upon us, so how are we going to spend this long, lonely night? Cue sexy music.
- See all the Game of Thrones season 8 photos so far – CNET
From Stark family reunions to Jon’s dragon flight to Arya and Gendry, let’s take a spoiler-filled trip to Westeros.
- Listen to Game of Thrones episode 2's haunting Florence + The Machine remix – CNET
Jenny of Oldstones, that touching song Podrick sang before the big battle in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, got reworked by a pro.
- Arya, what? Game of Thrones fans react to that unexpected scene – CNET
Remember back when Ned Stark and King Robert wanted to join their houses? Well …
- Game of Thrones season 8 episode 3 trailer: 'The Night King is coming' – CNET
Everyone’s ready for a battle that seems unwinnable in the dark trailer for next week.
- CIA reportedly says Huawei funded by Chinese state security – CNET
Telecomm giant received funding from China’s military, The Times reports.
- See all Avengers: Endgame trailers and posters so far – CNET
The remaining Avengers have no room for error in their plan to take down Thanos.
- An alternative way to capture childhood on your phone
A simple, but evocative, way to record your children’s development without using a camera.
- Game of Thrones, season 8: All the Westeros drama, in photos – CNET
Joyous moments interspersed with complete bloody terror. Yep, that’s how it goes in Westeros.
- Game of Thrones season 8 episode 2 trailer brings in the White Walkers – CNET
It’s a long, cold wait until Sunday night, so start hunting through the teaser for spoilers.
- Galaxy Fold's screen woes and more: How my foldable review unit is doing so far – CNET
Our Galaxy Fold screen is in good shape, and the ongoing review continues.
- Sri Lanka blocks social media after deadly Easter explosions – CNET
More than 200 people are reported killed, with hundreds more hospitalized following eight blasts at churches and hotels.
- Next Toyota 86, Subaru BRZ may move to Toyota's TNGA platform, report says – Roadshow
A source told Motoring that Subaru’s global AWD platform was a no-go.
- Boeing faces accusations of negligence at Dreamliner plant – CNET
A New York Times report alleges the company favored speed over safety while moving planes through production.
- Google Doodle goes to new heights (and depths) to celebrate Earth Day – CNET
An animated Doodle slideshow spotlights different endangered organisms from different elevations.
- Star Trek fan builds a home theater Starfleet would love – CNET
Meet Anil, who lives in New Jersey. His basement home theater seeks out new life and new levels of Trekkie fandom. It has to be seen to be believed.
- The Game Boy made me a Nintendo fan, the Switch brought me back – CNET
The Switch perfectly captures the fun and essence of the original Game Boy and NES.
- The Nintendo Game Boy was a console designed to last for a lifetime (my lifetime) – CNET
On its 30th anniversary, we take a look at what made the original Nintendo Game Boy so special.