Month: April 2020

HBO GO and HBO NOW ends support for 2nd and 3rd Generation Apple TV

Dan Uff April 10, 2020 0

HBO has announced that it’s ending support for the Apple TV 2nd and 3rd Generation set-top boxes. This means that the app will no longer work with these generations.

HBO issued a statement which reads:

In order to provide the best streaming experience, we need to make some changes to our supported devices list. Starting on April 30, 2020, HBO GO will no longer be available on the Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation).

If Apple TV was your primary streaming device, here are some other ways to stream HBO GO on your TV:

• Stream HBO GO using another streaming player or a game console. For a list of supported devices, see Supported devices.
• Use AirPlay to stream HBO GO to your Apple TV.
• Use an HDMI cable to connect your phone, tablet, or computer to your TV.
• Use Chromecast to cast HBO GO from your phone, tablet, or computer to your TV.

Apple updates its COVID-19 App

CompuScoop Staff April 10, 2020 0

The COVID-19 app update includes bug fixes and improvements, including:

• The ability to select state of residence to see guidance from that state’s health department
• Tips for keeping yourself and others physically and mentally healthy

The COVID-19 app is developed in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the White House, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and features:

• Use the simple screening tool to determine what you should do if you are concerned about COVID-19. Answer a few questions about symptoms, travel, and contact you’ve had with those who might have the disease. And then get a specific, recommended action based on the CDC’s current guidelines, such as practice social distancing or talk to a doctor.

• Save previous screening results for you or for a loved one to refer to at a later date or in conversations with a healthcare provider.

• Learn best practices for washing your hands, practicing social distancing, quarantining, monitoring your symptoms, and disinfecting surfaces.

• Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about COVID-19, including who is at risk of serious illness and how to recognize the symptoms.

• Know that data you provide in the COVID-19 app will not be shared with Apple, the CDC, or anyone without your permission. Data entered will be stored and encrypted on device with a passcode.

More info and download link via Apple’s App Store here

U.S. Senate and Google bans Zoom Video Conference Software

Dan Uff April 9, 2020 0

Following two weeks of growing security concerns about the Zoom Video Conferencing Software, the United States Senate and Google have now banned the use of the software by any U.S. Representatives and Google Employees.

Both bans come just a few days after schools in New York City's Department of Education barred teachers from using the app to teach students remotely. The FBI warned Americans last month of a practice called "Zoombombing," which entails hijacking of video conferences by uninvited guests.

Zoom said in a statement that it is now "working around-the-clock to ensure that universities, schools, and other businesses around the world can stay connected and operational during this pandemic."

Zoom has grown in popularity in recent weeks because of the stay-at-home order posed by the Coronavirus.

Source: Microsoft Surface Neo, Windows 10X will not ship in 2020

CompuScoop Staff April 9, 2020 0

Microsoft may be forced to delay the release of the Surface Neo and Windows 10X as a whole to focus on single-screen uses, according to sources within Microsoft.

In October of 2019, Microsoft revealed a future product that it didn't plan on shipping until 2020 —the Surface Neo. It consisted of a dual-screen notebook with an extra keyboard and stylus support. The devices were set to ship with Microsoft's new branch of Windows called Windows 10X.

On Thursday, rumors surfaced that Microsoft's Chief Product Officer Panos Panay had said the Surface Neo dual-screen Windows 10X devices wouldn't ship in 2020. Microsoft intends Windows 10X as a new, modern form of Windows 10 designed from the ground-up for dual-screen device. Furthermore, it guts many of the older Windows 10 features in favor of increased security and a more streamlined experience.

Dual-screen devices with Windows 10X were slated to ship around the holiday season of 2020. Likely due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Microsoft appears to have fallen behind in developing the Surface Neo and Windows 10X.

Microsoft has allegedly said they would not be allowing third-party dual-screen devices to ship with Windows 10X either, according to ZDNet.

In February, Microsoft had stated that they were hit hardest in their "More Personal Computing Segment," a part of the company that deals with Windows licensing, accessories, all of Microsoft's gaming initiatives, and Surface hardware.

Microsoft has not as of yet commented on the report.

Via: Appleinsider.com