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Facebook will still work on Blackberry , only as a web version though

Major app devs have come down hard on Blackberry BBOS during the past few weeks , Whatsapp - a popular IM/VoIP pulled out of Blackberry's ecosystem and Facebook reported that their native app will no longer work on Blackberry devices starting from 31st March . But in a change of attitude , Facebook has granted one last breath for the platform as the final update to Facebook will let users access the web version of the popular social media site witthout compromise . The web version however is clunky but it is a breath of fresh air for the zombified os . The update to facebooks web view is available through Blackberry world , and if you own a pre - Blackberry Priv device , update asap Source -  Slashgear

Vizio P - series smart tv's bring Android and casting in 50 -75 inch models

Vizio has introduced a new line of smart TV's which will make you use your tablet less . The new P series , built with Chromecast support gives you the option to use the UHD tv's companion Vizio Android powered Tablet accessory as a remote to cast your favorite content on the big screen . The TV , unlike most rival products does not feature Android TV OS but it makes up for it by adding strezming and web content  via Google's Chromecast system built into the Tv . Pricing for the Vizio TV's are 50" - $999 ,55" - $1299, 65" - $1999 ,75" -$3499 Slashgear

Microsoft will not update all Lumia's to Windows 10 mobile , Windows 7 and 8/8.1 support to be extended

Microsoft's Windows 10 operating system recieved a lot of flak over the past few months for being too pushy .This however has not stopped its adoption rate and many coroprate firms are already shifting to the new operating system , But as with the case when Windows 8 came along , many users still prefered the older Windows 7 operating system  as it was the most stable operating system so far , this has however reduced the number of users who want to upgrade and therefore Microsoft made a unpopular move by stating that Windows 7 and 8 support on Skylake processors winn end in July of 2017 . This move however brought in negative press and therefore Microsoft has now stated that they will support Windows 7 , 8 and 8.1 through 2017 upto 2018 . This is said to give ample time for users to shift to Windows 10 if you want to use the next gen skylake processors . The move however does mean that people who want to skip Microsofts forced important updates or alleged spyware would probably

Amazon - Update your Kindle to avoid being kicked from going online

If you thought that your kindle is free from the pressures of getting software updates then we have some bad news ,Apparently Amazon wants you to install a critical update on all kindle devices .The popular e-reader family lets users download and sync books and other material for reading content ,but all that functionality will not be available to these devices if you fail to update your device .therefore if you own a Kindle e-reader (not the fire tablets) install  the update as soon as possible independent.uk

Apple announces 9.7" iPad Pro - brings all the bells and whistles from the bigger model

When Apple launched the 12.9" iPad Pro last year , it created a bit of a ripple in the iPad community and many worried whether Apple is really set on killing off the iconic tablet size from its lineup , but today ,Apple has one again showed its commitment to keep the iPad line updated by introducing a new iPad Pro - now in 9.7" flavor . The new iPad , launched along side the pocket friendly iPhone SE  packs iOS 9.3 - the latest iteration of the iOS 9 platform . The new iPad , which is said to bring down the same Apple pencil based experience is now slightly more expensive than the outgoing iPad Air 2 ( $599 ,$699 and $799 ),but these new additions to the 9.7 "   iPad  transforms the tablet from being a media focused system to a semi workhorse tablet .  And unlike the previous "bulky" iPad pro , this is more compact and easy to live with and considering this , Apple has brought in the same 4 speaker surround sound system and a 12MP rear sensor with 4K reco

Apple announces iPhone SE - a 4 banger with a bit of Deja-Vu

Apple has announced a new 4" smartphone line called the iPhone SE , the phones , priced to compete against mid range handsets bring in the best of three previous iPhone models into a attractive price which is half of what you would pay for a standard iPhone model is aimed at younger buyers and those who like to have a small and a pocket-able handset .The phone , designed to look like the iPhone 5S aesthetically is now basically Apple's entry level device ,replacing both the iPhone 5C and the 5S .The phone packs some of the older iPhone 5S hardware components -which at the time were brilliant , and now it is refreshed with a 64Bit Apple A9 Soc , a 12MP rear camera which can capture 4K and iOS 9.3 . The handset is said to be available for a starting price of $399 for the 16GB and $499 for the 64GB model - a significant price reduction considering that the Apple A9 equipped iPhone 6S costs almost double the price . Carrier pricing is even more attractive as the handset goes fo