Articles by Diya Sen
MojoTouch Releases Adventure Game DOS Classic 'Flight Of the Amazon Queen'
MojoTouch has re-released its ‘Flight of the Amazon Queen’ on PCs, on completing 20 years with a special version for Android devices. The same storyline is spruced up with better features and technology, with voice-acting by some famous names for the original characters.
Samsung Will Reportedly Debut 5-Inch Foldable Smartphone In 2017
The foldable ‘smartlet’ is a 5-inch smartphone that becomes a 7-inch tablet when unfolded. Samsung has completed the prototype and hopes to roll out the real thing by early 2017.
Budget Smartphone OnePlus X Onyx Gets Even More Affordable In India
The OnePlus X Onyx's price just went down to Rs 14,999 from Rs 16,999 on Amazon India. The budget smartphone faced tough competition in the already intense market, which led to its recent price cut.
‘Hitman 2’ for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC Arrives April 26
The second episode of ‘Hitman’ is slated for release next month and the makers are pretty excited about Agent 47’s new adventure in Sapienza. The quirks and tweaks based on the first game’s feedback have manifested into bigger challenges, greater stories, and, overall, a much improved gaming experience for the players.
‘Guitar Hero Live’ Developer FreestyleGames Hit by String of Layoffs
FreestyleGames faces lay-offs due to poor performance of the latest ‘Guitar Hero Live’ games. Factors like stiff competition and casual users’ shift towards mobile games instead of consoles have played a big role in its underperformance and, consequently, the cuts.
Forget Passwords: New MIT Wireless Technology Makes Password-Free Wi-Fi, Safer Drones, Smarter Homes Possible
The new-age Wi-Fi system, Chronos, brought to light by the MIT research team, might be the answer to a password-free wireless device. From a single Wi-Fi point, this system tracks localization with 20 percent more accuracy and may ensure safer drones and prevention of Wi-Fi theft.
Obama Rallies World Leaders To Unite And Confront ISIS
President Obama addresses the importance of world leaders coming together as a united front to eradicate terrorism. The president defends the aggressive stance taken by the U.S., stating the action has already started to shake the Islamic State foundation.
You Need to Say Buh-Bye to Your Google Wallet Card: Here's What's Happening
The shutdown of Google Wallet Card services in June can be tied back to the introduction of Android Pay and the high fees charged by credit card companies.
Egypt Blocked Facebook Basics Because It Reportedly Wanted To Spy On Users
Free Basics has attracted yet another controversy with the Egyptian government banning its services in December 2015. While the official reasons still remain vague, the decision is apparently based on Facebook’s refusal to allow spying on users via this platform.
Twitch Partners With Vainglory To Bring eSports To Touchscreens
Amazon-owned Twitch is entering the world of the touchscreen multiplayer online battle arena with Vainglory, in collaboration with Super Evil Megacorp. The million-dollar partnership is an attempt to set mobile gaming leagues on par with the PC world.
