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Android Pie Update for Motorola, HTC and Samsung phones – When Can You Get It

Many of us were impatiently waiting for the newest OS for Android and now it’s finally here. But can you already get Android Pie on your device? And when? Luckily for you, we have the answers to these questions. Some manufacturers have already announced when their devices will get the new operating system. So let’s take a look at when Pie will become available for different devices.

Google

It should be obvious that the tech giant would not make people who have their phones wait for the update. So Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL already have Android P.

Essential

This company was part of the Android P beta program and now Essential phones get to be upgraded to Pie.

Motorola

In case you own a Motorola phone, you will need to wait a little bit more. Based on what we know from the manufacturer, Moto Z3, Moto Z3 Play, Moto Z2 Force Edition, Moto Z2 Play, Moto X4, Moto G6 Plus, Moto G6 and Moto G6 Play will become eligible for the newest update in the autumn, though no specific data was given.

HTC

The company mentioned that there is no official date yet for when HTC U12+, HTC U11, HTC U11+ and HTCU11 will get Pie, but it should happen a little bit later, at the appropriate time.

Samsung

It is expected for discussions about the updates for Galaxy S9, S9+ and Note 9 to take place around March, and then few months later for the upgrade to become available for Samsung devices.

Sony

Devices from Sony will also get Pie in the autumn, so you should expect the update to become available in November. However, this only applies to the following devices: Xperia XZ2, Xperia XZ2 Premium, Xperia XZ2 compact, Xperia XZ Premium, XZ1 and XZ1 Compact. But if you have either XA2, XA2 Ultra or XA2 Plus, you will have a chance to upgrade to Pie in early 2019.

OnePlus

Even though OnePlus was included in the Android P beta program, the new upgrade has not reached their devices. OnePlus 6, OnePlus 5/5T and OnePlus 3/3T should start getting the new OS, exactly in this order, in the following months.

LG

Unfortunately, the company has not provided any updates about when their phones will get the new Android P. We might have to wait a little bit longer for this.

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PlayStation 5: What we Know About the Next Console by Sony

With PlayStation 4 slowly coming to the end of its life cycle, millions of fans around the world wait impatiently for the next generation of Sony’s popular console. It is well known that a large part of Sony’s revenue comes from its gaming platform, therefore we should all expect that this tech giant will invest a fortune in the upcoming PlayStation 5. With the launch of this new console we will definitely see some great improvements of its specifications and features, compared to its predecessor. Let’s take a look at the rumors surrounding PS5, its competition with Xbox Two, the possible titles that will be released for this platform, as well as the expected release date of this next generation console.

PS5 will compete with Xbox Two

According to numerous reports, Sony is not the only tech company expected to launch its console in the relatively near future, as it is widely known that Microsoft is currently engaged in the process of creating its own console of the next generation. This platform, which most likely will be named Xbox Two, will be the fourth device of the very popular Xbox line. Since these two consoles are going to be released around the same time, all tech analysts expect a fierce battle between Sony and Microsoft for the title of the best gaming platform on the market.

Many experts expect an extremely intense rivalry between them when it comes to streaming. It looks like it could be the last generation of gaming platforms before this industry is fully integrated with streaming, therefore it might be the main factor in determining which one is the winner.

Some rumors also state that the launch date of Xbox Two could strongly influence the release of PS5. It is very likely that a rapid progress of Microsoft in developing their console might force Sony to speed up their works on PS5.

The opening lineup of PlayStation 5

As it always happens, Sony might want to attract potential customers using a strong opening lineup of new titles as a bait. At the moment, we can only speculate about the possible games that will be available to play on PS5, but there are some strong rumors surrounding especially these three titles: Call of Duty 2019, The Last of Us Part 2 and Black Ops 4.

When it comes to the next Call of Duty, we are almost certain that it will be part of the introductory lineup of PS5. There is also a chance that this title will make its debut on PS4, a few months before the launch of Sony’s new console. The Last of Us Part 2, the highly anticipated game whose predecessor has enjoyed a great success, is also expected to appear on PS5 once it hits the market. The third title, Black Ops 4, which might have a multiplayer mode, is expected to debut this year and as soon as PS5 launches it could become available for the new console.

When to expect PS5 and how much could it cost?

TweakTown estimates that in the most optimistic scenario, PlayStation 5 could be released as early as in 2019. This, however, can happen only if Sony will feel like the update of its platform is necessary and as long as the process of development is going well. According to some other sources, the most realistic launch year could be either 2021 or 2022.

As for the price of the upcoming PlayStation 5, it shouldn’t cost more than PS4 at the moment of its launch, but around the same amount, which means that Sony’s new console will be available for $399.

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Best VPNs for Snapchat Available to Download

Snapchat is a very popular social media app that allows millions of users to share their photos and videos from everyday life. However, in some places this addictive tool might be blocked. Workplaces, schools or colleges often do all they can to stop employees and students from accessing any possibly distracting apps.

Snapchat is also often blocked in countries which implemented strict censorship of social media due to political or religious reasons. In this article we will take a look at some of the best VPNs that will help you enjoy your favorite app anywhere and anytime.

What to look at while choosing VPN for Snapchat

Using VPN is the best way to bypass any restrictions that could stop you from using Snapchat. There are some things that you should definitely take into consideration when choosing the best VPN for this social media app.

Security: Since we want to use Snapchat in places where this app is not allowed, a strong encryption is very important so that we can remain invisible while using the service. A feature called killswitch could also be useful, as it closes an internet connection in case of any interruptions.

Server: While choosing a VPN, a great number of servers in various locations should always be one of the main factors, as they offer a wide choice of internet connections that suit your needs.

Privacy: Choosing a provider that does not keep any logs could be crucial, as your activity while using a VPN will not be recorded at all.

Price: It is best to remember that free VPNs are generally poor and could be dangerous as well. On the other hand, if you pay for a VPN, your internet connection will be at least secure.

What are the best VPNs for the users of Snapchat then?

CyberGhost

This VPN will provide you with a wide array of servers located in around 60 countries, which should guarantee an undisturbed Snapchat experience. CyberGhost is secure, offering killswitch and not keeping any logs at the same time. It is available for Windows, Android, Mac and iOS.

ExpessVPN

Regarded as the best VPN by many, ExpressVPN offers multiple servers in 94 countries. It is similar to CyberGhost when it comes to security (no logs, killswitch), but this VPN also gives an option to customize the level of safety. ExpressVPN is available for Android, iOS, Windows and Mac, and its simplicity makes this tool the perfect choice for all beginners.

NordVPN

Another popular VPN with a wide server network, NordVPN offers a high level of security with an additional double-hop encryption. This provider does not keep any logs and the killswitch feature is also provided. When it comes to its availability, NordVPN can be installed on Android, iOS, Windows and Mac, so the same as the two other VPNs mentioned before.

TorGuard

Compared to others, this VPN offers a few less countries to choose from, 50 to be precise. Still, it is definitely more than enough to be able to enjoy using Snapchat without any restrictions. TorGuard is more advanced, so it is recommended especially for the experienced VPN users. As for the security, there is no difference between this VPN and the others mentioned above – no logs are being kept and a killswitch protects you in case your VPN stops functioning. When it comes to availability, TorGuard can be installed on the same platforms as other VPNs already discussed.

VyprVPN

Even though this VPN gives us a choice between 64 countries, the amount of available servers is smaller than it is in the case of other propositions. Still, the undisturbed usage of Snapchat is guaranteed. In addition to common security features, VyprVPN also provides the Chameleon encryption protocol, which makes the connection even more secure. This VPN is available for iOS, Android, Mac and Windows.

These five options are definitely the best VPNs for Snapchat you can get and no matter which one you choose, you will be able to use this social media app whenever you want.

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Will an iOS 11.4 Jailbreak Happen? A Research that Works for Alibaba Find Two Bugs

Right now, iOS 11 users have only CoolStar’s Electra tool to help them in reliably jailbreaking. This software works with iOS11.3.1 and so on, until iOS 11.4 beta 3. There are a lot of people who are anxiously waiting for a jailbreak tool that will work for the 11.4. However, the future doesn’t look so bright, although a security researcher kept in high praise keeps our hopes alive.

Enter the Spark

A security researcher working for Alibaba, called Min ‘Spark’ Zheng held a presentation during the Defense Conference 26. This is a hacking conference which happens regularly in Las Vegas and Mr. Zheng took the opportunity to showcase two new bugs which occur in the iOS 11.4. It didn’t take long for the ‘Spark’ to ignite the audience and so we see a blaze of speculation about a possible iOS 11.4 jailbreak release.

It is possible that we will see it happen as soon as iOS 12 hits the stores sometime next month. The complete presentation, called Fasten your seatbelts: We are escaping iOS 11 sandbox is available on GitHub and it suggests that the presented bugs were reported to Apple in August. After two patches, they are still there.

Min Zheng is a security researcher so we might not see anything from him. However, there is possible that someone else will take advantage of this vulnerability.

Azad at last

A talented developer by the name of Brandon Azad is expected to share its piece about the potential jailbreak sometime next month, at a conference in Hong Kong. There, he will demonstrate how to use one of the bugs in iOS 11.4, one which Apple supposedly fixed in iOS 11.4.1. While we don’t know for sure if it’s going to happen, the iOS 11.4 jailbreak isn’t impossible to happen.

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Old Phones Will No Longer Use WhatsApp

WhatsApp was founded by Jan Korum and Brian Acton, former employees of Yahoo! And it made its debut in 2009. Since then, WhatsApp has become greater now having millions of users communicating from different parts of the world through their phones.

The company does not stop improving so it has been releasing updates since it was launched and hopefully, it will never end as there is always place to grow along the future technologies.

As everybody knows, WhatsApp has recently made an announced that shook its loial users.

Older devices might not be able to support WhatsApp anymore

Alongside with the release of a new WhatsApp update, the company also announced that the app would no longer support older operating systems and they recommend its users to update to the latest compatible operating system as soon as possible.

What will happen to the old Android devices?

Beside Nokia Symbian S60, Windows Phone 8.0m Blackberry 10, and Blackberry OS which have been announced already, its time for the iPhone and Android lists.

The Android devices which run on Android older than 2.3.3, Froyo, Gingerbread, Eclair, Donut and the ones before these will no longer be supported by WhatsApp because the app needs to run on Android newer than 4.0 to go smoothly.

Will the New Update support the older Android devices?

If you can’t change your phone yet, the developers of WhatsApp announced that if you have the app pre-installed it will still work until the beginning of 2020.

You will not be able to install the app anymore if you do not have an Android phone running on Android newer than 4.0 and if you use it on an older phone, it will not work as smooth as you need it to.

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