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Fitbit, expected to announce some very disappointing fourth quarter results tomorrow, could layoff up to 10% of its workforce, according to The Information. As you might imagine, the fourth quarter results were below expectations. They’re expected to cut between 5% and 10% of its workforce, which could affect between 80 and 160 people. According to […] Come comment on this article: Fitbit looks to cut up to 10% of its workforce after disappointing Q4 results Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

In response to an executive order signed by President Donald Trump that placed a ban on U.S. immigration from seven predominately Muslim countries, Google has created a crisis fund totaling up to $4 million to support several immigration and human rights organizations. Join us after the break for the details. The immigration ban, which has been […] Come comment on this article: Google creates $4 million crisis fund to aid immigration organizations Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Late last year we heard rumors that Samsung was preparing wireless headphones to launch alongside the Galaxy S8. Some more details have surfaced that make that seem much more likely, but it probably won’t be comparable to Apple’s AirPods or even Samsung’s own Gear IconX. The rumored headphones are still wireless, so don’t worry. Regardless of […] Come comment on this article: Samsung ready to launch noise canceling Level headphones with the Galaxy S8 Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Silent Circle’s Blackphone is a niche device that puts privacy and security front and center. It’s a no-compromise solution for anyone that absolutely needs a powerful but secure device, and it has slowly gained popularity for that exact reason. The bad news about any smartphone getting more popular is that famous devices tend to get knockoff […] Come comment on this article: Blackphone is sending out updates to brick counterfeit devices Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Over the weekend, Nintendo Everything discovered via an Amazon listing that Nintendo was partnering with popular accessory maker HORI to bring officially branded SD cards to the Nintendo Switch. Unsurprisingly, these cards are overpriced, so regardless of whether or not they make their way west, you should avoid them at all costs. Instead, read on for our suggestions of SD cards you should get for your Switch. Continue reading... Trending right now: A ‘rogue’ group of staffers is tweeting secrets from the White House The iPhone 8 might be more expensive than you expect Apple’s iPhone 8 might look a lot like this Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

As the outrage surrounding President Donald Trump's Executive Orders over immigration continues to swell, actor Kal Penn decided to transform a hateful Instagram comment into fuel for a fundraising campaign for Syrian refugees. Continue reading... Trending right now: A ‘rogue’ group of staffers is tweeting secrets from the White House 9 paid iPhone apps on sale for free for a limited time The iPhone 8 might be more expensive than you expect Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

Seeing as how the iPhone's industrial design has remained largely unchanged since the iPhone 6, the anticipation for Apple to deliver a groundbreaking new design has been steadily building for quite some time. Not one to disappoint, it's widely believed that Apple's 2017 iPhone -- which may be called the iPhone 8 -- will finally give iPhone owners happy with their current device a compelling reason to upgrade. Continue reading... Trending right now: A ‘rogue’ group of staffers is tweeting secrets from the White House 9 paid iPhone apps on sale for free for a limited time There’s finally an iPhone 7 Plus battery case that leaves your Lightning port open …

There are dozens of Android TV boxes out there, and if you're a savvy user then truth be told, specs are the only thing that matters. The beauty of Android TV, just like regular Android, is that you can tinker endlessly and transform the system into just about anything you want. But if you're not the top of user who wants to spend hours customizing your smart TV box, then not all systems are created equal. Check out the Rveal Streaming Media Player, which features all of the apps you need to watch anything and everything from your favorite popular streaming services (and Kodi), but it also has one insanely important feature that you won't find in any similar products: 24/…

Earlier this month we told you all about the hackers that were working hard to make the already great NES Classic even better. Using mod tools to tweak the files installed on the Classic's built-in storage, users are able to more than double the number of games installed on the retro system. Now, the modding tools have gotten a big update and it's now possible to installed a crazy huge number of games — as in, the entire North American retail library of over 700 titles. Continue reading... Trending right now: A ‘rogue’ group of staffers is tweeting secrets from the White House The iPhone 8 OLED display won’t come cheap for Apple 9 paid iPhone apps on sale for …

Welcome to another week that's sure to be stuffed to the gills with more deals than you've ever dreamed of. Kicking things off is a solid batch of bargains today that includes $100 off a 15-inch Core i7 Samsung laptop, three different surge protectors, a deep discount on top-rated cookware, battery cases for the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, an electric wine opener, a Wi-Fi range extender that'll give your home network an adrenaline shot, a robot vacuum like a Roomba that only costs $160, and so much more. Check out all of today's top deals below. Samsung NP500R5L-M03US Notebook 5 15" i7 Laptop Dual Drive: $749.99 Belkin BE112230-08 12-Outlet Power Strip Surge Protect…

If you're a big city dweller who relies on public transportation and car sharing services to fill the four-wheeled void in your life, you might have been slightly put off by Car2Go's fleet of tiny Smart cars. After all, if you're renting a car by the hour, you probably don't want that car to look like a kid's toy, right? Well that's about to change, as the Daimler-owned car rental app is giving you the option to hit the road in something a bit fancier: Mercedes sedans and crossovers. Continue reading... Trending right now: A ‘rogue’ group of staffers is tweeting secrets from the White House Apple’s iPhone 8 might look a lot like this Apple just released iOS 10…

Apple will soon announce its numbers for the December quarter, and all eyes will be on its new flagship, the iPhone 7. Analysts expect Apple to announce 78 million iPhone sales for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2017, a 4% increase from last year. A new report also indicates that Apple’s iPhone 7 Plus has been the absolute star of last quarter, which seems to suggest the incoming iPhone 8 will not be as cheap as you may hope. Continue reading... Trending right now: A ‘rogue’ group of staffers is tweeting secrets from the White House Scientists now think your cat’s brain works just like your own Moto G5 leaked specs reveal another solid budget device from…

President Trump has started a movement alright, but it might not be the movement he expected. In response to Trump's highly controversial executive order on immigration last week, Google created a $4 million crisis fund ($2 million directly from Google that can be matched up to $2 million by employees) which will support the following organizations: American Civil Liberties Union, Immigrant Legal Resource Center, International Rescue Committee and the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR). Continue reading... Trending right now: A ‘rogue’ group of staffers is tweeting secrets from the White House Amazon’s 15 best deals: Adrenaline shot for your WiFi, power strips, iPhon…

Super Bowl 51 could very well be one of the best match-ups of all time. Matt Ryan and the white-hot Falcons will clash with Tom Brady’s Patriots in Houston, Texas. Regardless of where your allegiances lie, just about any football fan can admit that these two teams both deserve to be there. If you don’t have a pay TV subscription, there are a few different ways to steam the big game on your computer for free, but who wants to watch this classic in the making on a PC monitor? Check out any one of the four top-rated HDTV antennas below and you’ll get access to every major network in 1080p full HD… forever… for free. 1byone Amplified HDTV Antenna - 50 Mile Range with Detac…

With just a few short weeks to go until the BlackBerry ‘Mercury‘ officially launches at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona on February 25th, the QWERTY hardware keyboard-toting handset has been spotted making a cameo appearance on Tim Allen’s Last Man Standing. The latest episode of the sitcom shows the former Home Improvement star using […] Come comment on this article: BlackBerry ‘Mercury’ makes cameo appearance on Tim Allen’s Last Man Standing Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

People around the world, no matter the field, are using Microsoft Office as their go-to for productivity. On Talk Android Deals, the A to Z Microsoft Office Training Bundle is available at a price that’s decided by you. We’re not even giving this bundle a set price. Why? It’s a Pay What You Want offer. […] Come comment on this article: [TA Deals] Set your own price for this Microsoft Office training bundle Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

As we get closer to MWC in Barcelona next month the leaks are appearing with increasing frequency. Today it’s the turn of Lenovo‘s Moto G5 to get the treatment, with specifications of the Moto G4‘s successor being laid bare. Join us after the break for more details. The alleged specifications were found listed on a retailer’s […] Come comment on this article: Alleged specifications for Lenovo’s Moto G5 appear on Brazilian retailer’s website Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

LG’s latest entry into the smartwatch market will be the LG Watch Style and a slightly more technically advanced Watch Sport. The Sport variant is still a bit foggy, but some new key leaks have shed some light on the Watch Style. Evan Blass has leaked press images of the Watch Style in silver and […] Come comment on this article: LG Watch Style photos and price leaked Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Between skimming over junk mail, marking to-dos on emails you need to respond to, and drafting urgent replies, keeping up with your emails can be a job in itself. But with MailButler, you’ll have your very own personal assistant in Apple Mail. Better yet, you can get a lifetime subscription to MailButler for just $34.99, less than half the cost of a one-year subscription. Continue reading... Trending right now: UK Military opts for iPhone 7 over Android for secured communications Apple’s iPhone 8 might look a lot like this From Apple to Tesla, Silicon Valley’s biggest tech companies thrash Trump’s new immigration policy Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

Meryl Streep stunned the audience a few weeks ago, delivering a heartbreaking acceptance speech for her lifetime achievement award that was a clear anti-Trump protest. If you thought that was strange for Hollywood, then you’re not going to like what follows. Unfortunately for Donald Trump, the Screen Actors Guild event took place over the weekend, a weekend that was dominated by massive protests against the president Muslim ban order. This time it wasn’t Streep voicing her concerns against Trump’s America. Instead, nearly every winner — and not just winners — came out with strong anti-Trump remarks. Continue reading... Trending right now: UK Military opts for iP…

There’s no question about it, technology is playing a bigger and bigger role in all aspects of our lives, especially when it comes to the way we consume news. Social media — and especially Twitter — was an important weapon for Donald Trump as he ascended to the ultimate position in the country. On the flip side, the same weapon that he wields to disseminate his own versions of the truth, to attack anyone who’d criticize him and to rant about whatever comes to mind, can also be used against him. Continue reading... Trending right now: SAG Awards 2017: Here are all the anti-Trump acceptance speeches Mailbutler supercharges Apple Mail and is now having a massive s…

The NES Classic Edition video game console was the hottest item of the holiday season this past Christmas, and it’s still next to impossible to find one in stores (though you can get one on Amazon right now if you’re willing to pay a premium). If you did manage to score yourself one of these hot consoles, you’ll agree that the retro aspect of it is obviously its biggest selling point. Having a throwback console is great, but there are still some things that need to be modernized if you really want to enjoy your NES. Below, you’ll find two different wireless controllers that will make playing the NES Classic Editions so much better. Nyko MiniBoss for NES Classic Edition…

Cats bring us — "us" being the people who like them, of course — a lot of joy, but rarely do we ever consider exactly how they think. They chase laser pointers and get moody a lot, but why? A team of researchers in Japan decided to investigate exactly how cats process their memories to get some insight into their personalities and, as it turns out, they're a lot more like us than we thought. Continue reading... Trending right now: A ‘rogue’ group of staffers is tweeting secrets from the White House Mailbutler supercharges Apple Mail and is now having a massive sale SAG Awards 2017: Here are all the anti-Trump acceptance speeches Via BRG - Boy Genius Rep…

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg isn't a fan of Donald Trump's recent Executive Orders regarding immigration. In a lengthy note on the matter posted on his personal profile page, Zuckerberg expressed concern over the long-term ramifications that Trump's new Executive Orders will have on the United States. Continue reading... Trending right now: Scientists find a way to turn hydrogen into a metal A single device can provide Wi-Fi, file storage, and keep your phone charged wherever you go The iPhone 8 might take a revolutionary approach to sensors Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

In a decision that underscores the iPhone's stringent security protections, the UK Ministry of Defence recently opted to go with Apple's iPhone 7 as the "device of choice" for sensitive communications that warrant the utmost security against malicious actors. Continue reading... Trending right now: Scientists find a way to turn hydrogen into a metal The iPhone 8 might take a revolutionary approach to sensors A single device can provide Wi-Fi, file storage, and keep your phone charged wherever you go Via BRG - Boy Genius Report