Microsoft confirms that Windows 10X is dead

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Microsoft confirmed today that it is not pushing through with Windows 10X. The next-gen operating system was supposed to open Windows to a new market of ARM-powered devices and slated for a 2021 launch. Windows 10X was Redmond's answer to Google's ChromeOS as a viable conduit for lightweight computing. The red flag came some time ago with the announcement that the company's Surface Neo was cancelled. This dual-screen tablet showcased multi-mode computing. With the Surface Neo cancelled, Microsoft no longer had a flagship device to serve as a platform blueprint for OEMs, like Lenovo's ThinkPad X. 

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Intelligent Display Tech showcased in new TCL 20 Pro 5G and TCL 20S

TCL Communications today announced that its TCL 20 Pro 5G and TCL 20S smartphones are coming to Canada. Mixing the pricing of midrange phones with flagship features, TCL'a phones have improved each year, notably in the display and camera departments where users will find features akin to many more expensive models from the likes of Samsung.

Both the TCL 20 Pro 5G and the TCL 20S offer innovative high-resolution displays, better-than-life video visuals, a full suite of camera features and outstanding battery and storage capabilities, all at affordable price points.

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Microsoft Teams is down for many users

Microsoft Teams users are experiencing a global outage which is blocking connectivity and access. The affected users are mostly reported in Europe and Asia, although the issue might be more widespread.

“We’ve confirmed that this issue affects users globally,” says Microsoft’s 365 status account on Twitter. “We’re reviewing monitoring telemetry and recent changes to isolate the source of the issue.” Microsoft's representatives said. This is the second widespread outage to the company's meeting and collaborations solution this month. Microsoft Teams also struggled with connectivity issues last month, but this was credited to an authentication change. 

Microsoft's other cloud servies like Azure, Office 365, and Xbox Live seem to be working. 

Source: The Verge

LG is no longer in the smartphone business

We're going to have to say goodbye to these unusual smartphone designs from LG

The Korean giant has confirmed it will no longer make new smartphones. LG Electronics is closing its mobile business unit. Its decision was approved by its board of directors early Monday morning in Seoul. 

The company plans to "focus resources in growth areas such as electric vehicle components, connected devices, smart homes, robotics, artificial intelligence and business-to-business solutions, as well as platforms and services."

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