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Apple has released an updated version of the iOS 9 Public Beta barely 2 weeks after the first version was released for the public. The updated version was developed in hopes to fix some of the iOS' bug issues. The update also brought back iOS 8.4's Home Sharing capabilities and other interface enhancements. In addition, Mac users will also have the chance to check Apple's latest iOS (beta testing stage) the OS X El Capitan. Both iOS is expected to be released this fall.

Apple has yet again proved that they are the pioneer in the business in introducing new technologies. A rumor is going around the technology world that Apple is currently developing its upcoming iPhone 7 to be the world's first solar-powered handheld phone. However, even though it is very early to predict if Apple is indeed pushing through with this project, tech experts have raised doubts if these is possible since the technical intricacies of this technology is somehow impossible to incorporate with a small device. Nonetheless, the rumor is catching fire, as of the moment, due to Apple's application for a patent on the solar power technology for mobile phones was granted.

A new virus is on the loose and can potentially affect 950 million Android users. The Android Stagefreight Virus only needs 1 message in order to infiltrate a phone. The virus will allow the hackers to infiltrate the phone's internal and external memory and basically can make the phone run remotely. Another scary thing about the virus is that it can attack the phone without the owner's knowledge. The hacker can erase all traces of infiltration before someone can find out and what's worse is that the phone that is being hacked can be a trojan horse for the hackers.

The launch of Apple Music has registered a total of more than 10 subscribers barely a month after it was formally launched. With this, Apple has again booked another milestone under their belt. The Apple Music was conceptualized and launched to compete with the other online music streaming service in the market today such as Rdio, Pandora, and Spotify. Apparently, the success of the Apple Music is just half of the story, recently, Apple has booked the largest stock repurchase due to the company's iPhone and Mac sales. With that, Apple was listed as the world's most valuable public company.

Motorola's latest mid-range smartphone Moto G took a step ahead and gave the consumers of what it will offer, a day before its official launch in the IFA. The leaked photo of the Moto G shows its capability to change back covers, the leaked information also disclosed some of its important features such as its waterproof capability and a 13-megapixel primary camera. The leaked information also gives the public of its expected market price.

UK based online retailer has snapped images of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and S6 Edge+ and made it available online prior to the Samsung's official launch of the product.

Finally HTC One M9 will taste the much anticipated Android 5.1 Lollipop update after lingering for months. The improvement will feature a more reliable battery life, a more improved Google Wallet, and a security feature which will make the device useless if stolen.

Apple is rumored to either release the 2016 MacBook Air this coming October to culminate a year cycle since the release of the 2015 or early March next year due to the 2016 MacBook Air's processor supply issues. The 2016 MacBook Air, regardless of the release date, will be Apple's cheapest MacBook Air of all time. The 2016 MacBook Air will also feature a more lighter and slimmer dimensions compared to its older brother.

Apple's tablet arm took a backseat in the past years, as it cheered its cousins, MacBook and iPhone, topple its competitors and climb the top of the sales scales. The iPad mini is no stranger to climbing the top, when it once dominated the tablet wars in 2012, but as the years go by, Apple may have overlooked the iPad mini series due to the massive success of the MacBook and iPhone. Reason why Apple will try to rekindle the fire for iPad mini by slowly introducing the iPad mini 4, which is rumored to be released towards the tail end of this year. There were no confirmation nor hints from Apple but leaked photos that are associated with the rumored iPad Mini 4 strongly says that it is coming within the year.

Rumor has it that Sony is gearing to release not one but two smartphones by the end of the year, to follow up their lone launch this year. The rumor also suggested that the Xperia S60 and Xperia S70 is one and the same with the much anticipated Xperia Z5 and Xperia Z5 Compact, but Sony has yet to confirm this. Also, aside from the release rumor the availability of the phone's specs are very limited except for a tech website who had predicted and forecasted the specifications of the upcoming smartphone. They have predicted that the phone will be equipped with a Qualcomm next-gen Snapdragon 820 processor with 4GB RAM and a massive 4,500mAh battery.

Xiaomi's Mi, Mi 5 release date probably set this late 2015 and they are both thinner in some ways.

Xiaomi's very affordable yet impressive Redmi Note 2 is all praises from the tech experts and users alike. The users and critics were ultra impressed with Redmi Note 2's battery life and excellent performance. Another thing that is very impressive with the phone is it's 13 megapixel camera, which is very rare for a less than $200 phone.

GoPro's Hero 5 projected release was pushed through either late this year or early next year to give way to further enhance some of the gadget's features. According to reports, the GoPro Hero 5 is capable to capture an impressive 8,000 videos at 60 frames per second as well as the ability to capture action in 3D, the first of its kind. The enhancements also focus on Hero 5's Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity as well as its HDMI ports. It is also rumored that it will be sold at around $400 and $500, which is reasonable for what it will offer.

Oculus' virtual reality gadget The Vive has been formally launched during the E3 conference, but experts are still concerned if the equipment is ready for public use. The Rift's design is a concern for the tech experts as it defeats the purpose of virtual reality. Aside from the Rift's screen issue, the problem of nausea, that requires gamers to sit down while playing, is still there as well as the lack of the wireless technology for the system. The Rift is scheduled to be released early of 2016, and experts are expecting some major changes for the gadget before it's formal launch in order to compete with the others.

Experts claimed that Apple's 15-inch MacBook Pro is more potent and faster than its competitors and predecessors. The 15-inch MacBook Pro is also a cut above the rest due to its massive 15-inch retina display, which basically makes every image in the screen so alive and colorful. The MacBook Pro is also light and thin, even though it flaunts a massive 15-inch display, which makes the upgraded Pro very handy. Experts also said that the MacBook Pro is good investment because of what it offers compared to its predecessors and competitors.