Mobile Technology News, March 1, 2019
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.
- New Dark Phoenix trailer shows Jean Grey wielding her ultimate power – CNET
In a new trailer, Jean Grey loses control of her abilities and unleashes the Phoenix. Plus Jessica Chastain reveals more about her evil character.
- The solar system's hidden Planet X may finally be spotted soon – CNET
A new paper suggests the hidden world known as Planet X is closer to being seen than previously thought.
- YouTube recommendations for 'alt-right' videos have dropped dramatically, study shows – CNET
But YouTube denies demoting content based on “specific political perspectives”.
- A new Star Wars game, by the creators of Apex Legends, will be unveiled in April – CNET
We’ll get our first look at Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order in April.
- US bars lithium-ion batteries from passenger aircraft cargo – CNET
Don’t worry, you can still bring your electronics on board.
- Fortnite Overtime challenges: your last chance to get a free Battle Pass – CNET
There are 16 overtime challenges and if you complete 13 of them, you’ll get a free pass for season 8.
- Apple Watch accounts for half of Q4's record smartwatch shipments – CNET
But it lost ground to Samsung and Fitbit, according to Strategy Analytics.
- Scientists discover horseshoe crabs are related to spiders – CNET
It looks like a facehugger, its blue blood is harvested by scientists and now it’s officially part of the spider family! You’re welcome!
- Netflix's The OA Part II trailer has an alternative universe twist – CNET
The mind-bending, time-twisting tale returns with a missing persons mystery and a noir San Francisco backdrop.
- Anthem still has a path to greatness despite early reviews – CNET
Commentary: As the tepid reviews rolled in after launch, I understood where people were coming from, but I couldn’t square them with my experience.
- Motorola will sell its first foldable smartphone this summer – CNET
The device, rumored to be an update of the classic Razr flip phone, will stand apart from the Samsung Galaxy Fold and Huawei Mate X.
- BlackBerry lawsuit accuses Twitter of patent infringement – CNET
Suit accuses Twitter of co-opting mobile messaging technology.
- Fortnite season 8 is about to begin, here's what you need to know – CNET
We only have a few clues about what Fortnite season 8 will bring, but judging from the past, we’re about to see some big changes.
- How to watch SpaceX, NASA launch Crew Dragon to ISS this weekend – CNET
Tune in for the SpaceX Demo-1 mission and witness history in the making.
- Galaxy S10: Here's what photos from the camera look like – CNET
OK, the Galaxy S10 Plus to be specific.
- Confused by USB names? Get used to it as USB 3.1 becomes 3.2 – CNET
The group behind the technology is trying to simplify labels, though.
- 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC gets more power, more tech at the Geneva Motor Show – Roadshow
The updated GLC300 will arrive in the US later this year.
- Apple confirms earlier rumor of layoffs at its Titan self-driving car program – CNET
Cupertino is reportedly laying off 190 employees, effective April 16.
- Disney may be trying to buy more of Hulu from AT&T's WarnerMedia – CNET
Disney was already poised to control Hulu after it completes its takeover of 21st Century Fox.
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