Microsoft Adds Office and Emoji Keys to New Keyboards

From PC Mag: If you're about to buy a new keyboard, be aware that Microsoft's latest keyboards come with a couple of extra keys you may, or may not appreciate.

As The Verge reports, Microsoft lists two new keyboards for pre-order on its online store, both of which include a dedicated key for...

Hyundai, Kia reach $760M settlement over engine fire lawsuit

From CNET: Following years of scrutiny and even US investigations over vehicle engine fires, Hyundai and Kia have stumped up a substantial amount for vehicle owners, to the tune of three quarters of a billion dollars. The automakers, which are part of Hyundai Motor Group, said on Friday they've...

CORSAIR Updates Headset Lineup with New VOID ELITE and HS PRO Headsets

From Corsair Press Release: CORSAIR today announced the new VOID ELITE and HS PRO series of gaming headsets, updating the celebrated VOID and HS Series with improved audio, microphones, and comfort.

Whether you’re looking for immersive 7.1 surround sound, multi-platform compatibility, low-latency...

Oppo’s new Reno Ace can be fully charged in half an hour

From The Verge: Oppo has announced the latest phone in its increasingly diversified Reno range of flagship phones, the Reno Ace. This one is in many ways the most high-end entry yet, although that depends on how you feel about notches.

Spec-wise, this device is very similar to sister company...

Steam Is Adding Online Play to All Local Multiplayer Games

From PC Mag: Some PC games include a local multiplayer option for groups of people who want to play together in the same location. But Steam is unlocking the ability to play such games without needing everyone to be in the same place.

As PC Gamer reports, Valve is launching a new feature for Steam...

Apple pulls HKmap.live app used in Hong Kong protests

From CNET: Apple has removed HKmap.live, a mapping app that crowdsources the location of police and protestors in Hong Kong, from the App Store, saying it violated the store's guidelines and local laws by allowing protestors in Hong Kong to ambush police and threaten public safety. The move comes...

Windows 10 Can Now Make and Receive Android Phone Calls

From PC Mag: Microsoft made it clear back in August at the Samsung Unpacked event that it wanted to allow Android phone calls to be possible through Windows 10. Now the feature has rolled out in the latest Insider Preview build of the operating system.

The new Calls feature forms part of the...

Uber now lets you tell your driver if you're traveling with a pet

From CNET: Uber is adding a new category to its list of ride-hailing options. Along with UberX, Uber Comfort, UberPool and others, the company unveiled Uber Pet on Wednesday. The idea is to let passengers notify drivers when they're traveling with a pet.

"This new feature lets you communicate to a...

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