Black screen error surfaces following Xbox One update

While the February update of the Microsoft Xbox One brought improvements to the console, it has also caused trouble with some users. Complaints have surfaced that the screen turns black after installing the update. It happens when users press the Xbox button to head to the home screen. The problem continues even when the device is powered down.

The Xbox team said the temporary fix will be to hold down the power button for 10 seconds to power cycle the console. We’re hoping they create a permanent remedy for this soon.

Source: The Verge

Microsoft updates Bing Windows Phone Apps to sync with Windows 8

Microsoft has finally released an update for Bing Windows Phone apps that allows syncing with Windows 8. Ubergizmo cites the example of carrying over a stock watch list from the Finance app on your Windows Phone to Windows 8 without needing to set it up again.

The tech giant also took three Bing apps on Windows Phone out of beta: Food & Drink, Travel, and Health & Fitness. Microsoft also released updates for Bing News, Finance, Sports, and Weather.

Huawei releases unusual teaser video for MWC 2014

Huawei looks like they want to poke fun at its competitors with a teaser video for Mobile World Congress. The video shows a white device without buttons but looks much like an Apple iPhone. It even has a Siri-like typeface and voice control feature telling us what the manufacturer will release. One device will be a tablet with a “huge battery” and “beautiful, slim design.” Another tablet will focus on entertainment consumption and support the “next generation LTE network.” And one smartphone that will feature an “amazing front camera.”

The Chinese telecommunications company didn’t reveal much about the new products. But we’re going to be quick to assume these will be Android-powered gadgets. We just have to wait a few more days before we get to see these new products and judge if Huawei will amaze the world again as the video says.

Source: The Next Web

Samsung to include fingerprint sensor in Galaxy S5

Samsung will reportedly take the me-too route yet again. Sammobile “confirmed” the company’s next flagship handset will feature a fingerprint reader in the home button. It will work in a swipe manner, meaning you have to swipe the home button from base to tip to register your fingerprint. The device will reportedly register up to 8 fingerprints that can be used for different tasks or app shortcuts, aside from using one digit to unlock the phone.

The Galaxy S5 is said to have a Personal Folder and Private Mode feature that will allow you to hide apps or personal information. And yes, the folder is accessible with the use of your fingerprint. Let’s just wait for Samsung’s “Unpacked” event at Mobile World Congress to confirm the presence of this feature.

Source: Android Headlines