Monthly Archives: February 2019

AMD Radeon Adrenalin 2019 Drivers Finally Add Radeon Vega Support For Ryzen APUs

The driver situation for Ryzen APUs with Radeon Vega Graphics hasn't exactly been optimal (to say the least) since the chips initially launched back in 2017. Whereas the company's mainline Radeon graphics cards (i.e. Radeon RX 580, Radeon RX Vega 56/64) get continual driver updates to provide Game Day-0 support...

This entry was posted in Tech News on February 26, 2019 by gigarefurb.
Qualcomm's Next Premium Snapdragon SoC Will Integrate 5G Modem In 2020

Qualcomm is wasting no time in advancing its 5G implementations for smartphone and PC platforms. The company's first-generation Snapdragon X50 modems are now shipping in the world's first 5G smartphones, and the company last week announced its second-generation Snapdragon X55, which will ship in devices next year. However, while the Snapdragon X50...

This entry was posted in Tech News on February 26, 2019 by gigarefurb.
Lenovo ThinkVision M14 Monitor hands-on: An ultraportable companion to your laptop

What is hot desking without monitors? Probably the same as remote working; a little limited. Many people use an extra monitor for work, enjoying an extra display to see multiple pages and more content, but it's not always been easy to have this while working away. However, Lenovo might have...

This entry was posted in Tech News on February 26, 2019 by gigarefurb.
Microsoft Faces Employee Backlash Over HoloLens AR Military Contract

Microsoft is participating in MWC 2019, and at the show, it unveiled its new HoloLens 2 headset. On the heels of unveiling the new product, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is defending the contract that the software giant has landed with the U.S. military that will see it supplying augment reality...

This entry was posted in Tech News on February 26, 2019 by gigarefurb.
Facebook bans Tommy Robinson's page

Facebook has taken down anti-Islamic leader Tommy Robinson's official page and Instagram profile for violating its policies on hate speech. The former English Defence League leader was deemed to have been engaged in "organised hate". A number of posts on his page had violated the social network's community standards, Facebook...

This entry was posted in Tech News on February 26, 2019 by gigarefurb.
Google Adds FIDO2 Compliance To Android For Password-Free Logins

The security of devices has never been more at the forefront of thought for many users as it is now. Hackers from around the world are targeting the devices that we use each day from smartphones to tablets to PCs. One of the ways that consumers can avoid being hacked...

This entry was posted in Tech News on February 25, 2019 by gigarefurb.
HTC Unveils 5G Wirless Hub At MWC 2019 Bringing 5G To Existing Devices

Odds are that most people have multiple devices that need internet connectivity on the go, be it a smartphone, tablet, or laptop. These gadgets represent a significant investment in money and with 5G looming, many might be considering updating their devices to take advantage of the faster connectivity. If all...

This entry was posted in Tech News on February 25, 2019 by gigarefurb.
Qualcomm's Powerful Snapdragon 8cx ACPC Platform Gains 5G Mobility With Snapdragon X55

Qualcomm is combining one of its most powerful 64-bit SoCs with its latest innovations in 5G mobility to deliver what it calls the world’s first commercial 5G PC platform. At the heart of this new platform is the company’s Snapdragon 8cx Compute Platform, which was first announced back in December 2018. The...

This entry was posted in Tech News on February 25, 2019 by gigarefurb.
Qualcomm Delivers Quick Charge Tech To Energize Qi Wireless Charging Pads

Qualcomm on Monday announced at Mobile World Congress (MWC) that it is extending its proprietary Quick Charge compliance program to wireless. Furthermore, Qualcomm is not trying to replace Qi as the industry standard. Instead, the compliance program will ensure Quick Charge and Qi interoperability, the company says. Belkin Boost Up...

This entry was posted in Tech News on February 25, 2019 by gigarefurb.
Sony Xperia 1 Launched With Dazzling 4K OLED Display, Triple Rear Cameras

It seems the smartphone scene is often dominated by Apple, Samsung, and to an extent Huawei, but those are not the only three players in the mobile handset market. Lest anyone forget that Sony makes smartphones as well, the company just unveiled the world's first phone with a 4K OLED...

This entry was posted in Tech News on February 25, 2019 by gigarefurb.