Here’s the tech week that was
We keep waiting for the tech news cycle to slow down – but it only seems to get faster. This week has been another packed week of news, rumors, and launches, and this round-up is here to help you keep up with everything that’s gone on in the last seven days.
We’ve got brand new products from Apple, Casio, and Leica to talk about, a fresh version of iOS, and a trailer for Fallout on Amazon Prime Video that makes us think that this might be a video game adaptation worth tuning in for (can we still say “tuning in”?).
You’re here for the tech news rather than any additional waffle, so without any further ado, we’ll tell you the story of the past week in technology.8. Google TV got us ready for the Oscars
The 96th Academy Awards are happening this Sunday, March 10, and to get us in the mood Google has put a whole bunch of previously nominated flicks up on Google TV – all free to watch as well, with adverts.
From the classic thrills of North by Northwest, to the heartwarming philosophizing of Forrest Gump, to the fantastical beasts of Pan’s Labyrinth, there really is something here for everyone. You shouldn’t be stuck for something to watch this weekend.
Load up Google TV on your devices and you’ll also find titles nominated for Oscars this year – though you do have to pay to watch these – and films with female stars and directors, in honor of International Women’s Day on March 8.
Read more: Google TV is streaming over 35 Oscar nominee movies for free7. Casio debuted its earth-friendly Pro Trek watches
Casio has launched the new Pro Trek PRG-340SC-5 and PRG-340SC-2 watches, rugged wearables that make use of recycled bioplastic materials – which makes the devices feel a little uneven to the touch.
There’s a lot to like about these semi-analog watches besides their eco-friendly credentials. They offer solar charging, water resistance down to 100 meters, and features like Trek Log – capable of recording up to 14 waypoints during a run or hike.
If you’re in the US, you can preorder these watches now for a very reasonable $250 (about £195 / AU$375), though we’re still waiting on international availability and pricing. Shipping is scheduled for April 1.
Read more: Casio’s Pro Trek watches are part-made from beans6. Microsoft axed support for Android apps
Well, it was fun while it lasted: Microsoft has decided to pull the plug on Android app support in Windows 10 and Windows 11, which means you won’t be able to load up the Amazon Appstore after March 5, 2025.
