Softcard, the mobile payment system built by Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile, has just announced it’s shutting down on March 31st. When the 31st rolls around, all Softcard mobile applications will stop working and all active accounts will be shut down. Softcard explains that if users still want to use a digital wallet app, they should download Google Wallet before time runs out.
Here’s what Softcard has to say:
Important News! We are pleased to let you know that Google has acquired technology from Softcard to power the next generation of mobile wallets.
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A company called WiCharge is working with Belkin to release across-the-room wireless charging products. WiCharge claimed two products would launch in 2022. Belkin is disputing the timeframe, casting doubt on a future release schedule. The technology uses IR beams to “beam” power straight to a device from a power node in some other location within a room. Updated, April 28, 2022 (05:10 PM ET): Belkin has disputed claims its partnership with WiCharge will deliver across-the-room wireless charging devices in 2022.
Television sets are increasingly being bundled with various smart functions, potentially devaluing the worth of buying dedicated streaming kits. Nevertheless, don’t count out streaming sticks entirely, just because many of them have unique features that place them in an advantageous position.
The Chromecast (2015) might still be arguably the king when it comes to the go-to affordable streaming solution, however, the new Roku Stick (2016) is making for one compelling argument.
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Speculation suggests the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 will have a 6.66-inch display. This would be larger than any previous Galaxy Note or Galaxy S series device. It would also mean the Note series would once again have a larger display than the biggest iPhone. Samsung is opting for a 6.66-inch display on next year’s Samsung Galaxy Note 10, according to a recent report from The Bell. This would not only be the largest size display on a Galaxy Note or Galaxy S series device, but would also be larger than the display on the iPhone XS Max.
In January 2020, the Wi-Fi Alliance announced a new standard for upcoming wireless equipment known as Wi-Fi 6E. On April 23, the Federal Communications Commission ratified unlicensed use of the 6GHz radio frequency spectrum in the USA, opening the door for the use of the Wi-Fi 6E standard. Now in 2021, we have our first smartphones and routers sporting Wi-Fi 6E compliant technology.
Previously, the 6GHz spectrum has been reserved for licensed use only, but this quickly changing.
Android Headlines, who cites an inside source, said HTC will instead launch the phone at its own event sometime later, likely in March or April.
The HTC 11 EYEs is here with a 3,930 mAh battery and dual selfie camera
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The HTC 11 EYEs is here with a 3,930 mAh battery and dual selfie camera
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HTC’s upcoming flagship could have been a good fit for the electronics show, given the amount of press coverage it generally receives.
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Alleged pricing for the full Galaxy Unpacked lineup leaked. The pricing covers everything from the two foldable phones to the smartwatch to the earbuds. Samsung will launch these products on August 11, so we have a ways to go before we find out if these leaks are accurate. Yesterday, Samsung finally confirmed the date of its next launch event. On August 11, 2021, the company will likely announce some foldable phones, a new smartwatch, and a set of earbuds.
LG officially unveiled its 2016 flagship, the LG G5, at MWC 2016 earlier today, introducing a radical departure in design when compared to earlier members of the G series. There’s no denying that the all-metal modular design is strikingly different than its predecessor the LG G4, but are the differences only skin deep or is there more beneath the surface of the G5 than meets the eye? Find out in our quick look LG G5 vs LG G4 comparison.
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There’s a public listing on the Google Play Store for the OnePlus Health app. The new app will work with the upcoming OnePlus Band, which still has no official announcement or launch. The app is incompatible with all devices we’ve tried, but screenshots give us an idea of what to expect. We are certain a OnePlus fitness tracker is right around the corner, as the company teased it pretty significantly.
True wireless earbuds have stormed the market at every price point in India. Moreover, the entry of Chinese smartphone brands and their focus on ecosystem expansion has democratized premium features, adding plenty of value for customers. However, not all earphones are built the same, and picking out a pair that offers the perfect fit for your use case can be daunting. We’ve compiled a list of the best true wireless earbuds available in India across various price points and feature sets.