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Thursday, December 31, 2015

Deal: Score Big Savings on Aukey Charging Accessories With These Coupon Codes

For a limited time, you can grab a supply of Aukey charging accessories through Amazon at a highly discounted price, thanks to a few coupon codes. At the discounted pricing, Aukey has a 5-port USB charger, regularly priced at $30, available for only $19 with the use of the coupon.

Other accessories include a 10,000mAh external battery pack for only $20, and a turbo wall charger for $6.50. As you will find out, each accessory is compatible with Quick Charge 2.0, making them exceptionally valuable if you have a device capable of quick charging. 

For the 5-port charger, use code HR8OMICZ. For the 10,000mAh external battery charger, use code AIF2TWAM. Lastly, for the turbo wall charger, use code V4R8BK3J.

Amazon Links: 5-Port Charger | 10,000mAh Battery | Turbo Wall Charger

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Square Enix Bringing Final Fantasy IX to Android in 2016

Announced this morning, Square Enix is making Final Fantasy IX available on PC, iOS and Android smartphones. While the official release date for the US is currently unknown, Square Enix claims it is “coming soon” on their website, which is fantastic news for fans of the Final Fantasy franchise.

Much like past releases for modern gamers, Square Enix will likely change and update a few features, claiming, “high-definition graphics, newly added achievements, auto-save, high speed mode, and several game boosting features.”

As soon as we learn the release date or it pops up on Google Play, we will let you know.

For now, watch the trailer below and get pumped.

Via: Square Enix | Kotaku

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User Receives Test Build Update for Huawei Watch, Brings Speaker Support

It appears that soon, once testing is complete, Huawei will send out an update to owners of the Huawei Watch, bringing with it full audio speaker support. According to one user on reddit, his Huawei Watch, which is apparently enrolled in a special user test group, received an update to Android Wear build 1.4.0, running on Android 6.0.1. Once updated, he confirmed that the device’s speaker is now fully functional, as well as the ability to place and receive phone calls.

This added ability is no shocker, as Google announced support for speakers and phone calls back in mid November. However, the one Android Wear smartwatch that was scheduled to launch which offered these features, the Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE, was canceled.

The redditor notes that users can choose ringtones for incoming calls, enable text-to-speech (which they found quite annoying), and will continue digging to see if there are any more hidden goodies inside of the update.

We have no idea as to when this update will roll out to all Huawei Watch owners, but if it is in testing already, then we must be close.

Via: reddit

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BlackBerry Priv Reported to Hit T-Mobile Network on January 26

According to a leaked image, the BlackBerry Priv will hit T-Mobile’s network on January 26, bringing an official end to the current exclusive AT&T holds on the device. If the image is to be believed, then not only can BlackBerry fans pick up the device through T-Mobile, but Verizon also confirmed last month that it will also carry the device, “soon.”

After spending quite a bit of time with the device for our complete review, we walked away impressed by its display, overall design, keyboard functionality, and BlackBerry’s attempt to offer a more secure model of the Android OS. Overall, for anyone who wants a keyboard on their device, there is probably no better option currently on the market.

While the idea of someone photoshopping the below image seems unlikely, I will say that having the device named “BlackBerry Venice” on the calendar seems a little odd. By now, everyone in the industry knows that the Venice is the Priv, but who knows, maybe T-Mo enjoys using codes from time to time.

Do we have any T-Mobile users here who can’t wait to pick up the Priv?

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Via: Phone Arena

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Wednesday, December 30, 2015

AT&T Acquires Assets of Carrier iQ, the Company Everyone Hated in 2011

Many moons ago, when Android was still relatively young, there was once a company called Carrier iQ. The company was contracted to place software on devices for carriers that tracked which apps you opened, places you went, texts you received, and a whole lot more information that was then handed over to carriers to help better the customer experience.

However, while all of this information was being exchanged, the customer never knew about it until one day in 2011, a security analysis was being ran on an HTC device. Once folks were made aware of what was taking place behind their back, the company and carriers involved received major backlash, and since then, it’s been somewhat smooth sailing in terms of privacy policies and carrier transparency with regard to data collection.

Now that you are caught up on the backstory, it was announced today that AT&T has acquired certain assets of Carrier iQ, along with select personnel. In a statement given to TechCrunch, an AT&T spokesperson says, “We’ve acquired the rights to Carrier iQ’s software, and some CIQ employees moved to AT&T. We use CIQ software solely to improve the customer’s network and wireless service experience. This is in line with our Privacy Policy and provides a great benefit to users of our network.”

Agenda wise, AT&T will apparently license a few of CIQ’s technologies to other companies, such as Nielsen, but no figures for the deal have been revealed just yet. It is reported that since AT&T did not acquire the company completely, they will not be liable for any “outstanding litigation or settlements against CIQ.”

Honestly, going into 2016, I forgot Carrier iQ was a thing.

Via: TechCrunch

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Deal: Mobile Gamers, Check Out the ScreenStick Joystick for $17

Does your mobile game feature on-screen buttons, maybe like the ones you might find on an old school arcade machine? Or are you possibly having troubles with your fingers getting in the way of gameplay? Don’t worry, we might have a solution. On the DL Deals Store, you can try out a ScreenStick Joystick for $17, a simple attachment for your smart device that could help bring back a sense of physically playing a video game with a controller.

Using suction cups, you place the little joystick over the top of the on-screen controls, and boom, you are ready for action. Any game that uses an on-screen joystick or d-pad is workable. This can be a variety of platform and fighter games, such as Mortal Kombat or Sonic.

Is it incredibly silly? Yes. Can it help you use a mobile device for playing a few arcade games? Absolutely.

Features

  • Game like you’re at home even when you’re on the road
  • Get a whole new mobile gaming experience w/ this 2-in-1 gaming & simulator stick
  • Attach the stick to your phone w/ 2 suction cups
  • Play almost any game w/ an on-screen joystick or d-pad
  • Use it for years to come: made w/ high-quality, light & durable alloy

Deal Link

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LG G5 Reported to Feature Secondary Ticker Display, Snapdragon 820, “Magic Slot”

As we draw closer to 2016, rumors and reports concerning upcoming devices from all of the top OEMs will only increase, so buy your tickets for the hypetrain right away. While there is never a shortage of Samsung rumors for the Galaxy S7, it should be noted that LG is also cooking up the G5, a followup to this year’s LG G4. According to the latest report, the device is said to bring an array of  features from not only the G4, but the LG V10, too.

Stated by “sources,” the G5 will feature a metal enclosure (aka body), bringing an end to LG’s long run of plastic-based flagships. Not only can potential buyers expect a better in-hand feel thanks to metal, but it is said that the LG G5 will feature a secondary “ticker” display, along with the 5.3″ primary display, identical to what is found on the V10. This secondary display is used for quick access to settings, apps, and for glancing at notifications when your primary display is turned off. 

The G5 is reported to feature Qualcomm’s latest and greatest SoC, the Snapdragon 820 along with 3GB of RAM running the latest build of Android available from Google. For those concerned about expandable storage, there is currently no information on whether the G5 will feature a microSD slot.

There is also reference of a “Magic Slot,” which is said to allow the device to additional hardware modules. This could be for things such as a detachable keyboard, VR headset, and other various accessories. No exact details are known for what LG intends to use this Magic Slot for, but it does sound interesting.

We are likely only a few months away from an unveiling. Are you excited for a possibly all-metal G5 with secondary display?

Via: Venture Beast

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