Author: Tim Rogers
The TechCrunch team is currently in Barcelona for Mobile World Congress 2024. Follow along as we bring you the latest products, announcements, and startup news from the event. Highlights so far include new Android features from Google, Lenovo’s innovative laptop and rollable phone concepts, Xiaomi’s robotic dog, and more exciting updates from various companies. Tuesday, February 27 Displace Wireless Television Displace MiniTV Mike Butcher interviewed Displace founder and CEO Balaji Krishna about the company’s Display Flex product and upcoming innovations, giving insights into the future of consumer electronics.
Text-to-speech startup Speechify is rolling out its latest iOS app version (v3.0) with a range of new features. These include a redesigned home page, document scanning capabilities, integration with Gmail and the Canvas learning platform, and an explore page for in-app content. The revamped home page offers shortcuts to import files from various sources like iOS Files, Google Drive, Kindle, Gmail, Text, Scan, and Link. The update introduces a scan feature that allows users to scan physical documents and import the text for later listening. Users can even scan two pages of a book simultaneously. Image Credits: Speechify The new…
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced the unfortunate news of a workforce reduction, affecting 900 employees globally, which is approximately 8% of the company’s total headcount. This decision follows a similar move by Microsoft, which recently let go of 1900 staff. The official statement mentions that employees worldwide, including studios, are impacted. While specific details are provided for the UK properties affected, the overall impact across all SIE regions – Americas, EMEA, Japan, and APAC – is acknowledged. Several PlayStation Studios are also affected by these changes. In the UK, notable casualties include the closure of PlayStation Studios’ London Studio, reductions…
Your computer’s motherboard plays a crucial role in your PC’s functioning, acting as the brain of the system. It manages various components like processors, graphics cards, power distribution, and memory. If your computer is running slower than usual despite clearing cache and cookies, the motherboard might be the culprit. Luckily, there are methods to troubleshoot and resolve motherboard issues. We’ll guide you through the process step by step. Reset your UEFI/BIOS BIOS settings, especially overclocks, can lead to PC problems. If settings are incompatible or incorrect, your system may become unstable or fail to boot. The simplest solution is to…
Simon Cohen / Digital Trends If you’re a fan of Beats headphones, you won’t want to miss the current offer on Amazon for the stylish Beats Studio Pro. You can purchase them for $300 today, saving $50 off the regular price. This deal is a must-have for Beats enthusiasts. Here’s a brief overview of what you need to know before making a purchase. Reasons to buy the Beats Studio Pro The Beats Studio Pro offers many appealing features. They deliver clear and balanced sound thanks to Beats’ custom acoustic platform, providing a rich and immersive audio experience. The headphones also…
Movistar KOI secured victories against BBL Esports and Team Liquid, avoiding an early exit from the VCT EMEA Kickoff. While they stumbled in the play-in matches against Vitality and KCorp, the team displayed great potential with their roster. During the matches, team captain Patryk “starxo” Kopczyński shared insights with Lee Jones. Lee Jones: This is your first time playing with the complete roster since it was finalized later than other teams. How do you feel about the new lineup? starxo: We’ve been pleasantly surprised with our performance so far. Despite only having a month of practice, the team has played…
The Dota 2 community was recently shaken by a contentious incident involving PGL, a renowned tournament organizer, and popular Dota 2 YouTube channels, notably NoobFromUA with a million followers. This controversy has sparked a heated debate within the community, shedding light on the clash between content creators, intellectual property rights, and community engagement in the competitive Dota 2 scene. @ Wallpaper Cave Copyright Strikes and Community Outcry The issue arose when NoobFromUA revealed that they were receiving copyright strikes from PGL for content related to BetBoom Dacha Dubai 2024. This prompted concerns that their channel would be taken down by…
Photoroom, the AI-based photo editing app based in Paris, has recently closed its latest funding round with $43 million at a $500 million valuation. Co-founded by Matthieu Rouif and CTO Eliot Andres, Photoroom targets both online business users and casual users, experiencing significant growth in both segments. Initially reported in January, the funding round was expected to exceed $50 million but finalized at a slightly lower amount. Despite facing competition from other players like Picsart and Pixelcut, Photoroom processes 5 billion images annually, with over 150 million app downloads and availability through an API and web interface. Leading the recent…
Discover the hidden gem of Echo devices like the Echo Show 8 and Echo Dot – the Drop In feature. This feature allows you to transform your smart speaker or display into an intercom system, connecting you with friends and family across the globe. Stay in touch effortlessly with this convenient tool. Download the app Step 1: Start by downloading the latest version of the Alexa app on your Android or iOS device. You’ll need two Echo devices for Drop In to function properly. While you can initiate Drop Ins from the app, you can’t receive them via the app.…
Are you looking to showcase your brand in front of the gaming industry’s top leaders? Learn more about GamesBeat Summit sponsorship opportunities here. Earn Alliance aims to assist Web3 games in gaining mainstream recognition through its innovative gaming discovery platform. This platform not only rewards gamers but also offers an “engagement as a service” solution for developers. With over 450,000 registered users, Earn Alliance has become the largest Web3 game aggregator and discovery platform since its inception. The company’s primary goal is to inspire and empower gamers with enriching experiences. In December, Earn Alliance secured a funding of $4.75 million.…