RadioShack Corp is planning to launch a cryptocurrency trading platform for the older generation. On Tuesday, the company’s new chief executive, Joe Magnacca, revealed this newly established plan during the retailer’s second-quarter earnings call.
The new cryptocurrency exchange will be aimed mainly at the elderly. Magnacca noted that the company has been developing an in-house trading platform over the past year, which it will utilize to support its digital efforts.
Magnacca claims that building The Shack was always part of his company’s long-term strategy. However, he had previously been reluctant due to …
Huawei Reported a Sharp Decline in Revenue
Huawei reported a drop in revenue for the three months to September, as sales of its smartphones fell following US trading bans. The company has suffered since the US government added it to a trade blacklist last year, which prevents American companies from doing business with Huawei without government approval.
The ban prevents US firms from selling parts and software to Huawei, while Google is stopping its Android operating system from being used on future Huawei handsets. This has led to much uncertainty over the future of Huawei’s smartphone business, which makes up more than half of its revenue.
Huawei said it was …
Three Innovative Products Unveiled at CES 2022
There were still plenty of surprises sprinkled throughout this year’s consumer electronics extravaganza. But we saw fewer blockbuster announcements than at previous shows. Instead, there was a lot of promising technology that’ll be hitting shelves shortly.
So what were the top products revealed at CES? Here are three that caught our eye:
1. Razer Project Sophia
The project was created by Razer and announced during their keynote speech. The device is said to have a built-in projector with a 4K display, wireless charging, and advanced haptics for vibration effects. According to the company…
An Exciting Crop of Canadian-made Games is on the Horizon for 2022
If you’re Canadian and you like video games, then the future is looking pretty good. With the Canadian market steadily growing and investors paying more attention to games, the next few years are ripe with opportunities for game makers.
1. Gotham Knights
The game is played in a single session, with each player participating in the role of a Hero and the Game Master playing all of the Villains. The Heroes always win, but it can be a close thing. Each Hero gets to play for about an hour, or until they have completed their particular storyline. There are no winners or losers in Gotham Knights; everyone …
For a Cloud-based iPhone Video Game Experience, Backbone One is a Great Gaming Controller
Choosing a new controller for your iPhone can be a difficult process. There are so many to choose from, and none of them offer the best of both worlds. Some don’t have enough buttons, and others are too bulky to hold. But now you can forget all those problems and remember just one name; the Backbone One.
Backbone One offers a great number of buttons, making it perfect for almost any game you could want to play. Plus, it’s comfortable to hold and easy to use, so you don’t have to worry about spending hours getting used to it before you’re actually playing games with it. Even better are the features that make …
Let’s All Give a Collective Shrug at the News that Microsoft is Buying Activision Blizzard
Microsoft has put its money where its mouth is by buying out the game publisher Activision Blizzard for a whopping USD 68.7 billion.
Microsoft has already been making efforts to get more serious about gaming by building their own Xbox and Windows 10 operating systems. Still, now it seems they want to take the next step.
The Redmond-based technology company revealed that it would be acquiring Activision Blizzard for a whopping USD 68.7 billion, which is a huge leap from the $30 billion valuations that the company initially received from its IPO in 2013.
Microsoft’s partnership with Activision Blizzard will allow …
Microsoft’s New Surface Go 3 is a Jack-of-all-trades, But Master of None
The Microsoft Surface Go 3 is the company’s latest detachable device, and it’s one of the smallest and most affordable Surface Pro devices to date. With a 10-inch display and a weight of less than 1 kg, it can be carried anywhere, making it a great choice for users who need to have access to their documents and data at all times.
Touted as the “most affordable Surface yet” by Microsoft, this version is also one of the cheapest Surface tablets in general that you can purchase right now. By pricing it just below $500, Microsoft is trying to appeal to budget shoppers looking for a portable tablet that can be …
DJI Action 2 Review: A Worthy Update From The Experts
I was looking for an action camera that could capture wide-angle 1080P footage that could be used for action sports like surfing, mountain biking, skiing, snowboarding. In addition, I wanted something waterproof so I could use it for snorkeling and scuba diving if I wanted as well. Not much else mattered other than the price and quality of the footage. After looking around online, I found forums talking about the DJI Action 2 being a great budget.
I’ve been using the Action 2 for over a year now, and I enjoy its small, portable, lightweight, and action camera that produces very good video quality.
The camera is a handy …
Google Might Announce the Release of its Pixel Smartwatch on May 26
A recent rumor suggests Google could be planning to launch a Pixel Watch on May 26.
The Google Pixel Watch is expected to be revealed soon, so we don’t know much about it at this point. However, several reports could give us an idea of what to expect from the smartwatch, particularly when it comes to design and hardware specs.
The smartwatch market is getting crowded, especially with the Apple Watch. With competitors like Fitbit, Samsung, and even Apple themselves, what could Google do with their watch? Well, one thing the other watches don’t have is the Google Assistant built right into them.
Android Wear …
Want to Pre-order Beats Pro Earbuds? You Can Now Order them in Canada for $249
If you’re interested in Apple’s Beats products, you may be able to get your hands on them a little early. Apple is allowing Canadian shoppers to pre-order the upcoming Beats Fit Pro earbuds.
The Beats Fit Pro headphones are said to feature Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and are expected to cost $249 in Canada when they eventually go on sale sometime in 2022.
Beats is a major player in the headphone market and has been a popular accessory for Apple products for many years. Apple acquired Beats back in 2014 for $3 billion. Since then, it has focused heavily on its integration with other products like the HomePod smart …