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Apple has succeeded in providing an incredible device. Tech enthusiasts are surprised by the gadget’s performance. One of the most talked-about features of the Apple Watch Series 2 is its water resistant feature. The device has passed all water resistance tests and the units are working as per the specs.

Apple has begun blocking the Nazi and porn GIFs that were appearing in search queries in the revamped iMessage app. iMessage users reported that searching for words like “pony,” “huge,” “bounce” and similar such terms resulted in GIF themes with adult and pornographic content. Apple could have forgotten to add a filter to the app after the iOS 10 software update.

Apple iPhone 7 is making waves for being the hottest device in the market today. While most owners have given a positive feedback for its reliability and top-class performance, many are reporting a problem with the flagship from Apple. The complaints are because of a hissing sound that the smartphones reportedly make during heavy use.

The “Pokemon GO” Plus device is out and users are standing in long queues to get themselves one. It does track distance for Buddies and Eggs with the game running in the background on the smartphone. A user can keep his/her smartphone locked if using the accessory. This reduces the smartphone’s battery consumption.

Samsung released the Galaxy Note 7 during 2016’s Mobile World Congress and it was definitely one of the most-anticipated devices of this year. The company took a bounce from Galaxy Note 5 to Samsung Galaxy Note 7, skipping the consecutive number system. The question is whether the upgrade is worth it or not.

The Google Nexus 7 2016 launch event, which is also being called the Google Pixel launch event, could be taking place on Oct. 4. For quite some time, reports are suggesting that Google will be dropping its current “Nexus” branding and replacing it with “Pixel.” The search-giant will be launching the Google Nexus 2016 in two variants, Google Pixel and Google Pixel XL.

Nintendo NX and “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild” may be released in March 2017. The official Nintendo France and UK’s amiibo sites listed a March 4, 2017 release date for the three planned “Breath of the Wild” amiibo. This could have been an honest mistake or an epic slip-up on Nintendo’s part.

Microsoft is working on the Windows 10 update, Redstone 2, which is expected to be ready by spring of 2017. It is unlikely Microsoft will release the Surface Pro 5 without the Redstone 2 update. This again points at a 2017 release.

Highly excited fans are expecting an iOS 10 jailbreak tool very soon and the jailbreaking community is sure that the Chinese hacking team Pangu will release the jailbreak tool sooner or later. The hacking team were the first to come up with iOS 8 and iOS 9 jailbreak tools. These jailbreak tools were released within a month of Apple’s official release of their iOS.

Microsoft Australia may have hinted that the Surface Phone 2016 could be release very soon. The Microsoft Surface Phone 2016 is one of the most-anticipated devices in the tech world.

Conversations on Weibo have hinted towards a December release of the Huawei Mate 9. The phone will be backed by a massive 6GB RAM, 64GB internal storage, a Kirin 960 chipset and a dual-lens 20MP camera. There’s no news on the price yet.

The hype surrounding the Apple iPhone 7 has not even died down and fans are already speculating about the company’s 2017 iPhone release that could be called the iPhone 8. Users are expecting a mobile wonder as they feel Apple would release only the best as it would be the flagship phone’s 10th anniversary.

Google has announced that all its Nexus devices including Nexus 6P will start running a data-saving feature that has been limited only to its Fi Network. This will be for devices not yet on the Fi Network, Google Wi-Fi Assistant. Google is also launching the “Project Zero Security Contest” for hackers where they will have to hack Nexus 6P and 5X.

Insomniac Games’ “Spider-Man” PS4 fans need to continue their long wait for the game before it hits the shelves. If reports are to be believed, the widely-anticipated title may not be launched till 2018.

Sony Xperia X Compact was revealed at the IFA 2016 in Berlin, Germany and is now available in select markets such as the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. The unlocked version has been priced at €449 (AU$670). The Sony Xperia X Compact and the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 are being compared as they sport some amazing specs.

Nintendo may be releasing its latest console Nintendo NX this October. The console war is going to get real rough as the Microsoft Xbox One Scorpio is also releasing soon. Naturally the Xbox One Scorpio is one tight competitor although Nintendo NX may be a platform for Bethesda to release its games. This puts the NX console at par with the upcoming Xbox One.

There are rumours that the Apple iMac 2016 will be unveiled in October with upgraded specifications. LG may be supplying Apple with monitors that will support 5K resolutions.

Google Nexus Pixel and Pixel XL may well be the fastest android phones when they are released. The Google Pixel (Sailfish) and Pixel XL (Marlin) will be the only devices to be shipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor on board in the US.

Fresh reports suggest that the Microsoft Surface Pro 5 launch will be delayed. The company may make the highly-anticipated device available in 2017. After the resounding success of Microsoft Surface Pro 4, the Surface Pro 5 is eagerly awaited by fans.

Although much of the information on Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 and Google Nexus 7 2016 is based on rumours, enthusiasts cannot wait but compare the two as to which one would be a better buy. Mobile & Apps has provided an overview of the two devices that will help buyers decide if they should upgrade to newer versions or not.

The Apple iPhone 7 and OnePlus 3 are two amazing smartphones in the market today. While iPhone 7 is the best bet for those looking for a high-end phone with all the best features, the OnePlus 3 is one hell of a deal for buyers on a tight budget but looking for specs-rich phones.

The “Civilization 6” “First Look: Norway” team shared important game details like Norway’s leader, the last great Viking king Harald Hardrada’s ability being “The Thunderbolt of the North.” Holy, Liberation, Reconquest and Protectorate war modes revealed.

“Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4” DLC has been confirmed by a Japanese manga magazine. The DLC is reportedly about Naruto’s son. Also, the upcoming “Road to Boruto” update will be sold as a standalone copy like “Full Burst” from the previous game.

“Overwatch” POTG or Play of the Game, is quite a mystery for its players. They are still figuring out the quadruple kill. It has an accurately-timed emote but it is ousted by turret bursts. Recently, the game’s director James Kaplan cleared all questions surrounding POTG who gave the statistics for the latest “Overwatch” patch 1.3.

Recently, some members from the “Clash of Clans” community slammed Supercell’s “design values” blog post where the company explained what keeps the team going. Fans think Supercell is merely coming up with excuses and not fixing the game.

If reports are to be believed, the delay in the release date of Microsoft Surface Phone is due to Microsoft’s decision to include the much-talked about Intel Kaby Lake processors. The phone did not make an appearance at the IFA 2016 event in Berlin, Germany. Now, it is rumoured to be released in 2017.

“ARK: Survival Evolved” fans are quite unhappy with developer Studio Wildcard's description of the recently released “Scorched Earth” expansion. The DLC, a new desert-themed ARK, is full of new gameplay mechanics, biomes, creatures and challenges. The developer recently responded to criticisms by fans who were unhappy with the developer’s decision to provide finished content for an unfinished game.

The Pirate Bay (TPS), ExtraTorrent, Kickass Torrents (KAT) mirror sites and other operational file-sharing sites may be shut down permanently. Anti-piracy outfit Excipio has started charging torrent users hard cash for downloading copyrighted content.

Niantic introduced the “Pokemon GO Appraisal” feature to make it easier for players to understand the strengths and weaknesses of their Pokemon before sending them to battles. It’s the latest feature Niantic has introduced to its highly popular augmented reality game. The feature tells the odds or likelihood of a Pokemon winning a battle.