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Samsung One UI 4.0 Based On Android 12 Coming To Galaxy S21 Series In Beta This Month

The upcoming Android 12-based One UI 4.0 is said to bring cosmetic changes to Samsung's smartphones, including new app icons and color schemes.

Windows 11 Rolling Out For General Users On October 5: Features You'll Get & You Won't

While the next generation of Windows will be launched on October 5, not all features of Windows 11 will be made available.

Shell To Vastly Expand EV Charging Network In Britain

Royal Dutch Shell on Wednesday announced plans to vastly expand its network of electric vehicle charging points in Britain, aiming to install 50,000 onstreet posts by 2025.

Block VPNs in India to Crack Down on Criminals, Parliamentary Committee Urges Govt

The recommendation to block VPNs in India come after the government liberalised the use of VPNs to enable OSPs to work remotely, in 2020.

Google Removed 95,680 Objectionable Content in July in India: Compliance Report

Google made these disclosures as part of compliance with India's IT rules that came into force on May 26.

New Bill To End Apple, Google's Control On In-App Purchases Passed In South Korea

A similar bill has been introduced in the US that seeks to limit the control Apple and Google have over apps on their app markets.

Vivo X70 to Officially Launch on September 9: All Expected Specifications

The Vivo X70 series will reportedly include the regular Vivo X70, mid-tier Vivo X70 Pro and flagship Vivo X70 Pro+, similar to the existing Vivo X60 series.

Fans Spot iPhone 13 With Notchless Display on Apple TV+ Original Ted Lasso

A separate photo that is doing rounds on the internet shows the iPhone with dual rear cameras and flat edges, indicating it to be the regular iPhone 13.

Acer to Enter India's Smart TV Market in September With Indkal Technologies

Acer adds that Acer TV models will come in a "wide spectrum of sizes" ranging from small 32-inches to larger sizes such as 70-inches and "in a combination of resolutions."

Indonesia's COVID-19 Tracing App Said to Be Breached, Govt Investigates

The eHAC system is now part of the Peduli Lindungi (Care Protect) app, which the government has promoted for various tracing purposes, including entry at malls.

Facebook Privacy: Here's How To Unfriend Or Block A User On Facebook

When you block a user via the application, they will not be notified about the same. However, they will neither longer be able to view or post on your timeline, and nor tag you in posts.

Fossil Launches Gen 6 Smartwatches, But They Come With Outdate Software: Price, Specs

The Fossil Gen 6 smartwatches are powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon Wear 4100+ processor. These are the fist devices to be powered by the new wearable chip.

Best Streaming Devices You Can Buy in India in August 2021: Apple TV 4K, Mi TV

Here are five streaming devices to elevate your TV viewing experience.

Roomba i3+ Review: What Good Is A Smart Home If It Is Not Clean And Dust Free?

Without doubt, the Roomba i3+ robot vacuum cleaner has ironed out a lot of the common issues with similar robot vacuum cleaners meant for homes.

Apple CEO Tim Cook Aims to Launch AR Glasses Before He Steps Down: Report

Earlier in April, notable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo speculated the company would release a "helmet type" headset with virtual reality capabilities in 2022.

Telegram Clocks Over 1 Billion Downloads; India Is The Biggest Market With 22% Installs

After India, Russia was the biggest market for Telegram with 10 percent of the total downloads coming from Russia.

Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro, Mi Notebook Ultra Sale in India Starts Today

The Mi Notebook Ultra's price in India in starts at Rs 59,999 for the base variant with 11th-generation Intel Core i5 processor, while the Mi Notebook Pro carries a starting price tag of Rs 56,999.

After Xiaomi, Realme Increases Prices Of Five Smartphones: All Devices And New Prices

The increase in pricing is applicable across all variants and channels, and has already started reflecting on both Flipkart and Realme.com.

Future Apple iPhone's Will Include Satellite Communication For Emergency Calls, Messages

Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, in his note said that the iPhone 13 models will allow users to make voice calls and send text messages without requiring a 4G or 5G connection, if enabled with relevant software features.

Instagram Will Begin Asking Users About Their Birthday More Often: Here's Why

Last month, Instagram said it would default users under 16 to a private account when they join the platform.

iPhone Photography: How to Keep iOS Camera Settings to Last Used

iPhone photography is frequently used by professionals, and here's how you can make life easier by retaining camera settings on iOS.

How to Track Lost iPhone: Here are the Most Effective Ways to Recover Stolen iPhones

If you've had your iPhone stolen, there are effective ways to attempt to recover it. Here's a lowdown.

How to Change Your Default Web Browser in Windows 11

Windows 11 lets you change your default apps, and here's how you can alter the default web browser on the new Microsoft OS.

Google Pixel 6 Launch On September 13? Report Hints Google May Steal Apple's Thunder

Last year, Google unveiled the Pixel 5 on September 30, 2020.

China Cuts Amount of Time Minors Can Spend on Online Games

The rules, published by the National Press and Publication Administration, said users under the age of 18 will only be able to play games from 8 PM to 9 PM local time on those days.

Redmi TWS Earbuds to Launch in India on Sept 3: Everything We Know in Photos

Redmi may be planning to launch Redmi AirDots 3 TWS earbuds in India on September 3. A dedicated micro-site shows that the upcoming buds will carry a Qualcomm processor.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Series, Galaxy Buds 2 Now Available to Pre-Book in India

Customers can purchase the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic, Galaxy Watch 4, and Galaxy Buds 2 via the Samsung India website and leading online and offline retail stores starting September 10.

Apple iPhone 13 May Come With LEO Satellite Communication For Calls, Messages: Kuo

Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, in his note said that the iPhone 13 models will allow users to make voice calls and send text messages without requiring a 4G or 5G connection, if enabled with relevant software features.

New Sony PlayStation 5 Console Is 300 Grams Lighter Than Current Model: Here's Why

For those who are wondering, none of this is bad news. Consoles, across generations, have seen mid-life or early-life refreshes (major or minor). At times, corners are cut to achieve a lighter weight and more efficiency and keep the cost down.

Best Smartwatches You Can Buy Under Rs 20,000 in India in August 2021

Given the amount of attention smartwatches are getting from customers around the world, manufacturers are also bringing new products every now and then at different price points.

Using Google Drive for Work? Here's How to Encrypt and Keep Your Files Secure

There are numerous ways to protect your cloud data, although Google still needs to add a true password-protection feature on Google Docs.

Apple Pay, Google Pay and More May Soon Face Tougher Laws in Australia

Services such as Apple Pay, Google Pay and China's WeChat Pay, which have grown rapidly in recent years, are not currently designated as payment systems, putting them outside the regulatory system.

Redmi Note 10 Price In India Hiked For The Fifth Time: Here's How Much It Costs Now

The Redmi Note 10 was launched earlier this year and comes with a 6.43-inch full-HD+ super AMOLED display. The smartphone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 octa-core processor paired with up to 6GB RAM and up to 128GB storage

Xiaomi Mi Notebook Ultra Review: Still Undercutting Rivals, With A Lot Of Joy

Three variants of Mi Notebook Ultra go on sale alongside Mi Notebook Pro. Xiaomi still has the undisputed advantage of balancing price and specs for genuine value.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Tipped To Launch On September 8, May Come With 120Hz Display

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is tipped to come with a 6.4-inch 120Hz display, along with a triple rear camera setup.

Printer Jammed or Not Working? Common Ways to Fix Printer Issues

In case your printer throws up errors, the following steps will tell you how to troubleshoot the problem.

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G Confirmed to Launch in India on September 1

Under the hood, the the Galaxy A52s 5G would likely carry a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset instead of the Snapdragon 750G on the original Galaxy A52 5G.

Keeping Private Things On Laptop? Here's How You Can Hide Apps on Windows 10

Registry Editor, which can also be used to hide apps installed on your device. If you are not experienced in playing with the Registry Editor, you may want to create a restore point in case anything goes wrong.

Xiaomi Mi Band 6's First Sale in India Starts Today: Price, Best Deals and More

The Xiaomi Mi Band 6 will retail across official Mi channels and Amazon for Rs 3,499 from 12 PM onwards.

Google Pay Will Soon Allow Indian Users To Open Fixed Deposits Straight From App

Google India has not confirmed the development yet and an official launch date for the new feature on Google Pay is also kept under wraps.

Clubhouse Rolling Out Spatial Audio for a More ‘Lifelike’ Voice Chat Experience

Clubhouse would hope to rival competitors like Twitter Spaces and Spotify Greenroom with the new spatial audio feature.

Apple Watch Series 7 To Come With Flat-Edge Design, Bigger Display & New Watch Faces

This year's Apple Watch may not come with a body-temperature sensor. This feature will be coming on next year's Apple Watch.

WhatsApp May Get Quick Message Reactions Like Facebook Messenger, Instagram: Report

WhatsApp recently launched a public beta for its desktop client which allows Windows and macOS users to enroll in the public beta to try out all the new features coming to the WhatsApp desktop app.

Elon Musk Signals Concerns Over Nvidia Deal for UK Chip Maker ARM: Report

Earlier this year, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission opened an in-depth probe into the takeover. The probe findings are expected in the coming weeks.

Best Smartwatches You Can Buy Under Rs 15,000 in India in August 2021

Given the amount of attention smartwatches are getting from customers around the world, manufacturers are also bringing new products every now and then at different price points.

Apple iPhone 13 Series Said to Launch on September 14: What We Know So Far

According to a tipster, the Apple iPhone 13 series will go on sale starting from September 24. It is unclear whether the rumoured sale date will also apply to the Indian market.

Store Images on Apple iCloud Automatically? How to Do it Via iPhone, Mac & iPad

iCloud is a great way to create a backup of your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The procedure is quick, and you can even make the backup automated.

Twitter 'Ticketed Spaces' Now Available on iOS to Help Creators Earn Money

Twitter Ticket Spaces is currently available to iOS users in the US, and more users will receive it after the testing is over.

Vivo X70 Series Renders, Full Specs Leaked Ahead of Expected September Launch

The next-gen Vivo smartphone series is said to include the regular Vivo X70, Vivo X70 Pro, and Vivo X70 Pro+ - similar to the current Vivo X60 series.

Apple App Store's New Changes Do Not Address Core Concerns: Spotify

Spotify in its 2019 complaint to the European Commission said Apple unfairly restricted rivals to its own music steaming service Apple Music.

Researchers, Cybersecurity Agency Urge Action By Microsoft Cloud Database Users

Researchers who discovered a massive flaw in the main databases stored in Microsoft Corp's Azure cloud platform on Saturday urged all users to change their digital access keys, not just the 3,300 it notified this week.

Google Play App Store Revenue Hit $11.2 Billion In 2019, Lawsuit Says

Alphabet Inc's Google generated $11.2 billion in revenue from its mobile app store in 2019, according to a court filing unsealed on Saturday, offering a clear view into the service's financial results for the first time.

How to Track Lost Android Phone Through Google and Find My Phone Apps

Your phone must be switched on, connected to the internet, have GPS and ‘Find My Device’ apps, and should be linked to your Google account.

TP-Link, Asus, D-Link & More: Best Wi-Fi Routers To Buy In India In August 2021

Given the importance of internet, many people who have a heavy-duty use case like gaming or streaming prefer to use top-notch routers in their homes and offices.

Laptop Speakers Not Working? Quick Ways to Troubleshoot Windows PC Audio Problems

Note that many of these suggestions refer to Windows 10 and you could apply a similar process on other operating systems.

iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 Pro Receiver Having Issues? Apple Will Fix For Free: Here's How

Those iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro owners who have damages that can hamper the ability to complete the repair like a broken screen will need to have that issue fixed before they go on to receive the service.

iOS Privacy: 5 Key Steps to Improve Your Privacy and Security Through Your iPhone

With a plethora of security options available, you must be well versed with the best ones. Here are five of the best iPhone security features that you should know.

Running A PC With Old CPU? Windows 11 May Still Work On It With Updated Requirements

Earlier, Microsoft had said that only processors introduced after 2017 will be able to run Windows 11.

This 12-Year-Old Is On Track To Earn Over $400,000 Within 2 Months Of Selling NFTs

Benyamin Ahmed, who created the digital whales, launched the NFTs last month. The young entrepreneur started learning to code at the age of 5.

Vulnerability In Dating App Bumble Revealed Users' Location; Now Fixed By Company

Since Bumble doesn't update the location of its users that often in its app, it wouldn't have provided an attacker with a live feed of a user's location, but gave a rough idea of the users' location.

Windows PC Customisation: How to Change Your Laptop's Look Regularly

Microsoft does a great job with photo backdrops for its Bing search engine that covers a wide range of natural shots of wildlife and landscapes. One can also get these images via the free Bing Wallpaper app that gives you the option of changing the wallpaper with new images every day.

Here is how you can watch Netflix with spatial audio on iOS

At the moment, Netflix only supports spatial audio through the AirPods Pro or AirPods Max, unlike other spatial audio-compatible apps like Apple Music and Apple TV that support a wider range of playback devices.

Affirm, Amazon Partner To Enable Pay-over-time Feature

Affirm Holdings Inc said on Friday it has partnered with Amazon.com Inc to make its buy now, pay later service available to certain customers of the ecommerce giant, sending its shares 43% higher after the bell.

Gmail Security: How to Block Spam, Enable Two-Factor Authentication for Your Mail

Considering how Gmail is used on a daily basis by most of us to convey and receive important messages there are some tips and tricks that can make your experience efficient.

WhatsApp's Updated Terms of Service Incoming, This Time It Could be Optional

Earlier this year, WhatsApp's refreshed Terms of Service noted that the company would share select user data with advertisers. If users declined the updated terms, they were at risk of losing the messaging service.

Google Sheets Is Coming For MS Excel's Market With Context-Aware Formula Suggestions

Google says that users can simply insert a formula into Sheets and suggestions will be displayed automatically while a user is typing in a cell.

YouTube Premium: How to Use Picture-in-Picture Mode on iPhones to Watch Videos Outside App

YouTube Premium allows a whole bunch of flexible features, of which the PiP mode is a super useful one.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Series, Buds 2 Launched in India: Price, Availability

Customers can pre-book Galaxy Watch 4 Classic, Galaxy Watch 4, and Galaxy Buds 2 via the Samsung India website and leading online and offline retail stores starting August 30.

Amazon to Digitise 10mn SMBs, Create $10bn Exports, 2mn Jobs by 2025: India Head

Speaking at a retail summit earlier today, Amit Agarwal, senior global VP and head of Amazon India, detailed how the e-commerce major has enabled thousands of small businesses to reach national and global audiences, and pledged targets for SMBs through its platform.

WhatsApp Web Photo Editing Tools: How to Crop, Rotate, Add Stickers and More

Adding this feature to WhatsApp Web, the app has enabled users to doodle on top of an existing image, add stickers and emojis.

Realme's Dizo Brand May Launch 7 Products in India Next Month, Soundbar Teased

The latest rumour mill adds that Dizo is planning to launch at least three TWS earbuds, two smartwatches, and two more products in early September.

Apple May Unveil iPhone 13 Series On September 14, Pre-Orders Start September 17

iPhone 13 Pro models have been long rumoured to come with 120H refresh rate. Apple AirPods 3 are also said to launch next month itself.

Dell Launches New Alienware x15, Alienware x17 Laptops Along With New XPS, G15 Models

The new laptops from Dell will go on sale next month. The Dell G15 go on sale starting September 23, while the Alienware x15, Alienware x17, XPS 15, and XPS 17 will go on sale in India on September 3.

Microsoft Warns Thousands Of Azure Cloud Customers of Exposed Database

The vulnerability is in Microsoft Azure’s flagship Cosmos database. A research team at security company Wiz discovered it.

Xiaomi Mi Band 6 vs OnePlus Band: Both Can Read SpO2 But What's the Difference

The Xiaomi Mi Band 6 costs Rs 3,499 and the OnePlus Band carries a price tag of Rs 2,499.

Mi Smart Band 6 vs OnePlus Band: Both Come With SpO2 But What's the Difference

The Xiaomi Mi Band 6 costs Rs 3,499 and the OnePlus Band carries a price tag of Rs 2,499.

Global Smartwatch Market Grew 27% In Q2 2021; India Emerges As Fastest Growing Market

The report also said that North America is the largest smartwatch market in the world, followed by China. India, on the other hand, was the fastest growing market in the previous quarter

Motorola Edge 20 Fusion First Sale in India Starts Today: Price, Best Offers

The new Motorola Edge 20 Fusion will retail via Flipkart at Rs 21,499 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage and Rs 22,999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage.

Indian Railways Deploys Facial Recognition System To Track Daily Commuters

Makers of the facial recognition system say that this is one of the most challenging projects for the team, just because of the sheer volume of people coming in the camera's field of view.

Apple Allows Developers To Accept Payments Outside App Store: All You Need To Know

It is also important to note that while Apple says that developers will be able to advertise other payment options, it does not say that these options can be offered from within the app itself.

Best To-do Apps of 2021 on Google Play Store and iOS App Store

To-do apps can help save plenty of effort in remembering scattered tasks and organising your schedules, and here are our favourites.

Android Developer Mode: 5 Cool Things it Can Help You Unlock

In case you know how to uncover these features, you could absolutely take advantage of the bonus functionalities that will let you do everything from faking your GPS location to transforming the look of your phone.

China’s Coming Data Laws Leave Firms With More Questions Than Answers

China is establishing new regulatory pillars for its giant Internet industry, but a new data security law and other rules are ambiguous in ways that leave companies fearful they may accidentally cross a line, lawyers say.

Exclusive-Microsoft Warns Thousands Of Cloud Customers Of Exposed Databases -emails

Microsoft on Thursday warned thousands of its cloud computing customers, including some of the world's largest companies, that intruders could have the ability to read, change or even delete their main databases, according to a copy of the email and a cyber security researcher.

New York City Approves Licenses, Commission Caps For Food-delivery Apps

The New York City Council on Thursday approved legislation to license fooddelivery apps including Grubhub, DoorDash Inc and Uber Eats and to permanently cap commissions they can charge restaurants.

Dell Beats Revenue Estimates As Remote Work Fuels Demand

Dell Technologies Inc beat market estimates for secondquarter revenue on Thursday as the shift to hybrid work kept demand strong for its laptops, desktops and cloud services.

Fitbit Charge 5 Launched With SpO2 Sensor, ECG App & More: Price, Features & More

The Fitbit Charge 5 comes with 20 watch faces, and is equipped with GPS + GLONASS, an SpO2 sensor, skin temperature sensor, an optical heart rate monitor, as well as NFC.

India’s Drone Rules 2021 Acknowledge Important Role In Global Drone Economy

India’s Drone Rules 2021 define ownership for private and commercial drones, drone use and approvals, weight classifications, registration of existing drones, airspace maps and more.

Apple iPhones Most Popular Smartphones in India's Pre-Owned Mobile Market: OLX

OLX reveals that 2021 started with 100 percent demand for mobile phones and experienced a high of 115 percent in June and July.

Forza Horizon 5, Age of Empires IV & More: All Announcements At Xbox Gamescom 2021

Microsoft, throughout the 90-minute live event, showcased many upcoming games and accessories, along with reiterating focus on the Xbox Game Pass subscription service.

Instagram "Swipe Up" Will Be Replaced By Link Stickers On Aug 30: Everything We Know

Instagram said that Link Stickers have several advantages over Swipe Up links like the ability to respond to Stories instantly.

Koo Userbase Hits 1 Crore Mark, Company Eyes 10 Crore Users Over Next One Year

Koo's popularity in India peaked amid the Indian government's spat with Twitter and growing calls for expanding the ecosystem of homegrown digital platforms.

India’s Drone Rules 2021: Here Is What The New Rules Say About Drone Weight And Sizes

The Drone Rules 2021 classify drones and unmanned aircraft system in five weight categories, three categories related to type of aircraft and three subcategories based on piloting system.

Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro, Mi Notebook Ultra 2021 Launched With 11th Gen Intel CPUs

The Mi Notebook Ultra has been priced at Rs 59,999 onwards for the base variant with Intel Core i5 processor, while the Mi Notebook Pro has been launched at a price of Rs 56,999 onwards.

Drone Rules 2021 Explained: Govt Boosts Commercial Use, Eases Casual Owners and More

The new Drone Rules 2021 are reducing the number of forms and permissions for owning a drone from 25 to five, reducing permission fees to ‘nominal levels’, and easing the entire modus operandi of owning and operating drones in India.

Xiaomi Mi Band 6 With SpO2, Mi TV 5X Series Launched in India: Price, Specs

The Xiaomi Mi TV 5X models will be available across Mi.com, Flipkart, Mi Home, Mi Studio and Croma, starting September 7. The Mi Band 6 will be available from August 30.

Skye Air Mobility Becomes The First Indian Member Of The Drone Logistics Ecosystem

This week, the Government of India has released The Drone Rules 2021. The Drone Logistics Ecosystem will include companies, universities as well as public and govt. orgs. globally

OnePlus Nord 2 Green Woods Edition, Buds Pro Now Available to Purchase in India

In terms of specifications, everything on the OnePlus Nord 2 5G Green Woods edition remains the same. The OnePlus Buds Pro support adaptive noise cancellation.

Forza Horizon 5, Age of Empires IV & More: All Announcements At Xbox Gamescon 2021

Microsoft, throughout the 90-minute live event, showcased many upcoming games and accessories, along with reiterating focus on the Xbox Game Pass subscription service.

Tata Sky’s Made In India STBs Now Rolling Out; Tata Sky Binge+ Box Also Made Here

Tata Sky has a strong line-up of STBs in India, including the Tata Sky HD box, Tata Sky 4K, Tata Sky+ HD and the Android TV powered Tata Sky Binge+

Google Pixel 6 Phones Reportedly Use Samsung's 5G Modem, Should Qualcomm Worry?

Samsung's move to provide the Pixel's modem technology is important because the Korean firm is one of only three companies in the world capable of making 5G modems that connect devices to wireless data networks.

Apple iPhone 13 May Carry Improved Face ID That Works With Masks, Foggy Glasses

Apple already released an update earlier this year to let users face-unlock iPhone X and above even with the mask on, but only if they are wearing an Apple Watch.

Realme GT Master Edition To Go On Sale Today: Price, Offers, Specifications & More

The Realme GT Master Edition comes with a 6.43-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.

Sony PlayStation 5 Restock Today: How to Pre-Order PlayStation 5, All Offers And More

The PlayStation 5 standard disc edition is priced at Rs 49,990 in India, while the Digital Edition is priced at Rs 39,990 in the country.

YouTube Has Removed Over A Million Videos With Dangerous COVID-19 Misinformation

The company wrote in the blog post that YouTube removes close to 10 million videos every quarter and that the majority of them are watched less than 10 times before being taken down.

How To Set Up JioSaavn And Gaana Music Streaming On Your Apple HomePod mini

The Apple HomePod Mini using Siri can now play music, podcasts and more from Apple Music, JioSaavn and Gaana, for all HomePod mini users in India.

Buffett-backed Nubank To Seek IPO Valuation Of Over $55 Billion -sources

Brazil's Nubank is seeking a valuation in its planned U.S. initial public offering that would push the eightyearold fintech past the $55.4 billion value of the country's top traditional lender, two sources familiar with the matter said.

In Electric Vehicle Push, Onsemi To Buy GT Advanced Technologies For $415 Million

Onsemi said on Wednesday it would buy GT Advanced Technologies, a manufacturer of a key material used in chips for electric vehicles called silicon carbide, for $415 million in cash.

Exclusive-Softbank-backed Getaround In SPAC Merger Talks -sources

Getaround, a carsharing startup backed by SoftBank Group Corp, is in talks to go public through a merger with special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) Altitude Acquisition Corp, people familiar with the matter said.

Samsung Galaxy M32 Launched With MediaTek SoC, 5,000mAh Battery: Price, Specs & More

The Samsung Galaxy M32 comes with a 6.5-inch HD+ display and is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 720 SoC.

Xiaomi India to Launch New Redmi Earbuds Alongside Redmi 10 Prime on Sept 3

It is possible Xiaomi is planning to launch Redmi AirDots 3 TWS earbuds in India on September 3. The company may launch buds under a different moniker in India.

Safer With Google Live: India-Specific Safety Features for Android, Chrome Expected

The Safer With Google event is expected to showcase the company's latest India specific advancements, this time in safety and privacy.

5 Interesting Things That You Can Do With Your New Chromebook

Chromebooks are powerful education laptops if you extensively use Google services, and here are a few features that you may find exciting.

WhatsApp Mod FMWhatsapp That Lets You Read Deleted Messages Can Steal All Your Data

FMWhatsapp is one of the more popular WhatsApp mod apps that claims to offer more features, but one of its ad modules carries a trojan that can essentially steal all your data.

Amazon Echo Show 8 2021 With Improved 13 Megapixel Camera Launched in India

The new Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd-Gen) carries a price tag of Rs 13,999 in India. Amazon says the device is currently available at Rs 11,499 for a limited time period.

Samsung Phone Catches Fire in Aircraft, Bringing Back Memories of the Galaxy Note 7

The Samsung phone that caught fire aboard an Alaska Airlines flight was the Galaxy A21, and this is most likely an isolated incident at best.

HP Spectre x360 14 Review: Pristine Craftsmanship Followed Through With Price

The HP Spectre x360 14 is priced from Rs 1,19,999 and is actually undercutting a lot of its closest rivals from Dell and Lenovo, by a significant margin.

Amazon Pay For Business Gets Voice Alerts Similar To Paytm Announcement At Shops

Amazon Pay for Businesses app allows business owners to accept payments via the customer's smartphone by just getting the Amazon Pay QR code scanned using any UPI app.

SanDisk Ixpand Wireless Charger Sync Review: Two Worries Solved In One Fine Swoop

This is the world’s first of its kind melding your phone’s charger and backup storage. And you are not paying as big a premium for this convergence as you may imagine.

South Korea Parliament Committee Votes to Curb Google, Apple Commission Dominance

Apple and Google have both faced global criticism because they require software developers using their app stores to use proprietary payment systems that charge commissions of up to 30 percent.

Safer With Google 2021 Will Build On Google's Privacy Push For Android And Chrome

Ahead of the Safer with Google event, here are five measures Google has taken with Android OS for smartphones and and Chrome to protect users' online privacy.

Spotify Support For Offline Playback Now Rolling Out For Wear OS Smartwatches

Spotify had earlier this month said that the offline playback feature for Wear OS will be rolled out in the coming weeks.

JioSaavn And Gaana Music Streaming Now Available On Apple HomePod Mini In India

JioSaavn has a catalogue of more than 60 million music tracks while Gaana currently has a catalogue of around 45 million tracks for streaming.

Realme GT 5G To Go On Sale in India Today: Check Price, Offers, Specifications & More

The Realme GT 5G is priced at Rs 37,999 onwards for the base 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. The other 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant is priced at Rs 41,999.

Google Chrome Is Getting A Save Tab Groups Feature, And You Can Try It Now: Here's How

The feature is likely to work on all desktop versions of Google Chrome once rolled out.

New Pegasus Attack Bypasses Apple iPhone's BlastDoor Protection: All You Need to Know

The researchers are calling the attack ForcedEntry due to its ability to bypass BlastDoor.

JioMeet Adds Support For Hindi, Marathi And Gujarati; More Languages Coming Soon

This makes JioMeet the first video meeting platform to extend support for so many Indian languages, at a time when video and voice meeting apps are incredibly popular.

How to Create PDF Files on iPhone with These Quick, Easy and Free Steps

Creating a PDF on iPhones is not a tricky task, but knowing how to do so can save you plenty of time and hassle.

Windows PC Not Starting: Most Important Things to Do if Your PC Doesn't Turn on

Windows laptops and desktops failing to start is one of the most common issues faced by us all, and here's a quick guide to identifying the root cause of what's at fault.

Arizona Group Inks Agreement With Taiwan Aimed At Attracting More Chip Companies

An Arizona economic development group on Tuesday said it had made a deal with Taiwanese economic development officials aimed at making the U.S. state more attractive to Taiwan's semiconductor industry as the world's biggest chipmaker eyes a $12 billion plant in Phoenix.

Remittance Costs Key To Take-up Of Salvadoran Bitcoin Plan -development Bank

Central American countries are eagerly waiting to see if El Salvador's adoption of bitcoin as parallel legal tender cuts the cost of remittances, an important source of income for millions of people, the region's development bank said.

Cerebras Systems Connects Its Huge Chips To Make AI More Power-efficient

Cerebras Systems, the Silicon Valley startup making the world's largest computer chip, said on Tuesday it can now weave together almost 200 of the chips to drastically reduce the power consumed by artificialintelligence work.

Nothing Ear (1) TWS Earbuds To Go On Sale On August 31: Prices, Offers & Specifications

OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei’s new company Nothing’s latest offering, the Nothing Ear (1) TWS earbuds will go on sale starting August 31. This comes after the company last week announced pre-orders for the upcoming true-wireless earphones. The Nothing Ear (1) are priced at Rs 5,999 in India and will be available for purchase on Flipkart. The Nothing Ear (1) come with features like Active Noise Cancellation and offer up to 34-hours of combined battery life including the charging case. Buyers can avail cashbacks and other discounts during the Flipkart exclusive sale and there is also an exchange. The exchange offer allows users to trade their old wireless earbuds and get a discount of up to Rs 300 on these, while some specific earbuds models can get an additional Rs 150 as exchange value. At this time, the latter Rs 150 bonus is being added to all exchange selections. Further, there is a flat Rs 500 discount. That brings down the price of the Nothing ear (1) wireless earbuds to Rs 5,499 i...

Mi Phones, No More: Xiaomi Products Will no Longer Carry its Shortened Branding

Xiaomi has confirmed in a statement that it will no longer use the 'Mi' branding on its flagship phones, TVs, smartwatches or any other product, for that matter.

Best Smartwatches You Can Buy Under Rs 10,000 in India in August 2021

Given the amount of attention smartwatches are getting from customers around the world, manufacturers are also bringing new products every now and then at different price points.

YouTube Partner Programme Now Has 2 Million Creators, Company Promises New Tools

YouTube earned $7 billion in ad revenue in Q2 2021 and the company notes it paid more to YouTube creators and partners than in any quarter in our history.

Phone Not Starting: How to Identify and Resolve Issue When Your Phone is Bricked

In case you think that your phone is dead and want to panic-buy a new phone, we reckon you hold off, as these following steps will tell you if your handset could still live or not.

OnePlus Nord CE 5G, OnePlus Nord Getting New OxygenOS Update: Here's What's New

OnePlus Nord users are advised to have at least 30 percent battery life and minimum of 3GB of available storage before they begin the update.

Redmi 10 Prime to Launch in India on September 3, Could be Rebranded Redmi 10

Xiaomi has also setup a dedicated microsite for Redmi 10 Prime that currently highlights a large camera sensor and the presence of a MediaTek chipset under the hood.

Dropbox Tips and Tricks: How to Use Dropbox to Convert Files, Share and More

Dropbox has a number of utilities that it offers its users, which add further value to its users. Here are a few.

Pre-Booking for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3 Begins in India

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 carries a price tag of Rs 1,49,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB option. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 costs Rs 84,999.

Facebook Plans to Bring Voice and Video Calling to Main App

Facebook has been trying to tie together messaging across its suite of apps and first enabled it between Instagram and Messenger last September.

OnePlus Buds Pro Review: Building Blocks Of A Powerful Wireless Earbuds Legacy

The Rs 9,990 price tag pits the OnePlus Buds Pro against Google Pixel Buds A-series (around Rs 9,999) and is more affordable than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro (around Rs 15,990).

OnePlus Buds Pro vs Google Pixel Buds A-Series Earphones: Price, Specs Compared

The OnePlus Buds Pro carry a price tag of Rs 9,990 (sale starts on August 26), and the Google Pixel Buds A-series cost Rs 9,999.

Voice Echoing During Virtual Meetings? Google Meet Has A New Feature That'll Help You

Google also provides a brief explanation and offers recommendations like using headphones, lowering the speaker's volume, and muting when you're not speaking.

Realme C21Y With Triple Cameras Launched in India, Price Starts at Rs 8,999

The Realme C21Y carries a price tag of Rs 8,999 for the 3GB RAM + 32GB storage and Rs 9,999 for the 4GB RAM + 64GB version in India.

Crypto Platform Poly Network Recovers All $610 Million It Lost in Cryptocurrency Hack

Poly Network is now working on returning these cryptocurrencies to their rightful owners.

Book Your COVID-19 Vaccine Slot Straight From WhatsApp Via MyGov Chatbot: Here's How To

To contact MyGov Corona Helpdesk chatbot, citizens can save the WhatsApp number +91 9013151515 on their phones; start a chat by typing “Book Slot” and send it to the number.

Sony PlayStation 5 Restock On August 26: Where To Pre-Order, Price and More

The Sony PlayStation has seen a scarce stock ever since the console was launched last year in November.

OnePlus Buds Pro Priced At Rs 9,990 In India, First Sale On Aug 26: All We Know

The OnePlus Buds Pro come with three different modes - Extreme, Faint, and Smart modes.

Laptop or Desktop Not Working Well? How to Factory Reset Your Windows 10 PC

Depending on the version of Windows and your setup, there are a few different ways of doing a factory reset on your desktop and Windows laptop.

Windows 10 Waking Up from Sleep Randomly? Here's How to Fix Glitch

Windows 10 PCs waking up from sleep randomly is an issue that can severely affect your laptop battery life, and here's how to fix the issue.

Are Lithium-ion Batteries In EVs A Fire Hazard?

General Motors Co has expanded the recall of its Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles due to a risk of fire from the pouchtype lithiumion battery cells made by South Korea's LG.

Facebook To Bring Voice And Video Calling To Main App

Facebook Inc is letting some users make voice and video calls within its main app on a trial basis, aiming to make it easier to place calls without opening its standalone Messenger app.

Didi Suspends UK Launch Plans Amid China Crackdown On Tech Firms - Telegraph

Chinese ridehailing giant Didi Global Inc has suspended its plans to launch in Britain and continental Europe, The Telegraph reported on Monday, against the backdrop of a regulatory backlash at home over data privacy.

Google Drive Full? How to Clear Gmail, Google Data Without Paying for Extra Storage

Google storage full prompts can send you into damage control mode, and here's how you can avoid them in future.

WWE 2K22 Coming In March 22: Gameplay Trailer Shows Improved Graphics, New Controls & More

During the presentation, a screenshot of WWE Superstar Edge was also shared, showing off incredible detail in his entrance attire, pyrotechnics, and stage lighting.

iQoo Quest Days Sale on Amazon Now Live: Discounts, Best Deals on iQoo 7 and Z3

Amazon is offering temporary price cuts on the iQoo phones in the form of Amazon coupons that promise up to a Rs 2,000 discount.

Zoom Down: Error While Joining Live Meeting Disrupts Online Classes, Fix Issued

Zoom was down for over an hour earlier today, due to which many users could not join meetings already in progress; a fix has now been issued.

HP 15s, Asus VivoBook Ultra 15 & More: Best Laptops In India Under Rs 50,000 Aug 2021

In case you’re looking for a portable PC for running applications like Skype or Google Meet and do other daily tasks over the internet, we’ve got you covered. Here are five laptops under Rs 50,000 you check out in India.

Redmi 10 Prime Teased to Launch in India Soon: Expected Price, Specification

The upcoming Redmi phone expected to be Redmi 10 Prime could be a rebranded Redmi 10 that recently debuted globally.

PhonePe Now Offers FASTag Recharges With 26 Partnered Banks: How to Use

PhonePe says it is working to expand the bank coverage even further to cater to the needs of its "fast-growing" user base.

Google Chat Desktop App, Web Client Finally Get Dark Mode; Calendar Gets New Feature

Google says that Dark Mode on Google Chat web client, desktop app, and the progressive web app can not be controlled by the admin and it is completely up to the use to select their theme.

Vivo Y33s With 50MP Main Camera, 5,000mAh Battery Launched in India

The Vivo Y33s carries a price tag of Rs 17,990 for 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model. It will go on sale via Vivo channels and e-commerce platforms (Amazon, Flipkart, Paytm, and Tatacliq) on August 23.

PayPal Expands Cryptocurrency Services Outside US, More Finance Apps to Follow?

In the UK, PayPal's service will rival that of established cryptocurrency exchanges such as Coinbase Global, as well as well fintech startups such as Revolut.

WhatsApp For Desktop Gets Public Beta For MacOS, Windows: What's New & How To Sign Up

Those who download the WhatsApp for Desktip beta will receive all beta updates automatically and won't have to download new updates every now and then.

Google Removes These 8 Apps from Play Store for Offering Fake Crypto Services

The BitFunds – Crypto Cloud Mining app was even downloaded over 100,000 times on Google Play app store.

Tetris Beat Is The Latest Addition To Apple Arcade: Here's How To Download

Tetris Beat comes as the latest addition to Apple's gaming service. The Cupertino-based giant adds new games to Apple Arcade on a regular basis.

These Samsung Phones May First Get Improved WhatsApp Disappearing Message Option

WhatsApp recently rolled out a new update on Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Galaxy Z Fold 3 to let users transfer chats from iOS to an Android device.

Future iPads Made From Titanium? Report Hints Apple Looking At More Durable Material

The report in DigiTimes quotes sources as saying that Apple is also considering equipping iPads with titanium-based metal chassis, but the high costs for doing so may not be economical at the moment.

Google Is Killing This Useful App With Android 12: Here's Why

Google said that Assistant Driving Mode will be “the built-in mobile driving experience” on Android 12.

Dyson Lightcycle Morph Review: You'd Be Off The Mark To Think This Is Just A Lamp

Just like the Dyson Lightcycle that we reviewed a couple of years ago, this takes the story of a lamp much further than how you would expect a lamp to be.

Apple Mac Mini With M1X Chip, More Ports May Come In Next Few Months: What We Know

The rumoured Mac Mini with an Apple M1X chipset may be launched alongside the MacBook Pro 14-inch and 16-inch models.

How To Transfer Contacts From iPhone to Android? Here Is What You Need To Do

Syncing your contacts to Google Drive will allow you to transfer all contacts on your device. Other ways to do it are via Gmail or a vCard.

PayPal Launches Crypto Buying And Selling In The UK

PayPal Holdings Inc will allow customers in the UK to buy, sell and hold bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies starting this week, the company said on Monday.

Motorola Edge 20's Sale in India Postponed Due to 'Unforeseen Circumstances'

Customers can pre-order the sole 8GB RAM and 256GB storage model of Motorola Edge 20 for Rs 29,999 via Flipkart.

Laptop Battery Not Charging? Do Not Panic, Here Is A Simple Troubleshooting Guide

The following steps will tell you what to do when your laptop battery isn't charging when plugged in.

Best TWS Earbuds You Can Buy Under Rs 5,000 in India in August 2021

Over the years, true wireless earphones have become more accessible with brands giving more options at multiple price points.

Best TWS Earbuds Under Rs 5,000 in India in August 2021

Over the years, true wireless earphones have become more accessible with brands giving more options at multiple price points.

Adidas 4DFWD Review: More Than Two Steps FWD And Suddenly Rest Are Playing Catch-up

Adidas partnered with American 3D printing tech company Carbon and took all the data that they had collected from runners, to develop a 3D printed midsole.

Android Phone Running Slow and Low on Space? How to Clear App Cache Memory

Clearing cache memory not only makes the device operate at a faster speed but also empties space in Android phone.

WhatsApp for Apple iPad Said to Be In the Works With Multi-Device Support

The multi-device support would essentially let users run WhatsApp on desktop or iPad without internet connectivity of their smartphone.

Google Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5 Will Be Discontinued Ahead of Pixel 6 Series Launch

Last year, Google launched the Pixel 5 in nine regions initially, the Republic of Ireland being the country that dropped from this year's list.

T-Mobile Data Breach Impacted 53 Million Customers, Probe Finds Wider Scale

In 2018, T-Mobile had informed about a potential security breach that could have affected about 3 percent of its 77 million customers.

Get Your PC Ready For The Free Windows 11 Update: The Simple Guide

If you want, you can even download the test builds of Windows 11 on your PC right now, but mind you, this may have bugs and performance issues.

How To Duck Spam And Adverts With DuckDuckGo Email Protection Feature

DuckDuckGo email protection provides you with a surrogate email address that you may use for sites that you suspect might collect data from you and target you with ads.

Steve Jobs Email Reveals Apple Planned A Smaller, Affordable iPhone Nano In Early 2010s

The email from 2010 reveals that Steve Jobs and Apple design chief Jony Ive were cooking up an iPhone Nano in 2010.

FlickType Keyboard For iPhone For The Blind Shuts Due To Unfair App Store Rejections

The developer said that Apple's rejection history for FlickType spanned more than 40 pages filled with "repeated, unwarranted, and unreasonable rejections."

Document Reveals Google Had Ambitious Plans For World's Largest Gaming Platform

The document details ambitious plans from Google to create the largest gaming platform in the world that would work on all kinds of devices.

Here's How Much Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3 Screen Repair Will Cost

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is priced at Rs 1,49,999 onwards, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 is priced at Rs 84,999 onwards in India.

How To Download All Your Emails From Your Gmail Account: The Simple Guide

There are plenty of reasons for which you may want to change your Gmail account - switching a job or you are just sick of the sheer amount of spam you receive.

This Is How LiveText On iOS 15 For iPhone Will Let You Copy Text From Any Image

Apple's much anticipated LiveText feature is coming with iOS 15, that lets users copy text, be it handwritten or typed, from pictures.

Elon Musk Unveils 'Tesla Bot': A Five-Foot-8 Humanoid Robot That Will Use Tesla AI

The Tesla Bot will be equipped with the same autopilot cameras that are used in Tesla cars and will help the robot sense the environment.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Tipped to Use Same Camera System on Galaxy S21 Ultra

If the new rumour about Galaxy S22 Ultra is accurate, it is clear that Samsung slowly wants to strengthen its mid-budget and foldable offerings to compete against Chinese brands, like Xiaomi.

Best TWS Earbuds Under Rs 3,500 in India in August 2021

There are several TWS earbuds in India that provide decent sound quality, a great battery life, and multiple microphones for improved calling - with an affordable price tag.

Samsung To Launch Online Shopping Platform Samsung Now With Galaxy Z Fold 3, Z Flip 3 Sale

Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G and Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G are equipped with IPX8 water resistance and built with Samsung's new Armor Aluminum—the strongest aluminum ever used on a Galaxy smartphone.

Windows 11 Virtual Desktops Will Be Great For Users: How They Will Work

Apple macOS has had this feature for many years now, and it is great to see that Microsoft is belatedly adding virtual desktops as an option too in its full avatar.

Mi TV 5X to Launch at Xiaomi India's Smarter Living 2022 Event on August 26

Apart from the Mi TV 5X TV, Xiaomi had revealed that the Xiaomi Mi Smarter Living 2022 would see the debut on Mi Band 6 (or Mi Smart Band 6), a Mi Notebook, Wi-Fi router and a new security camera.

Unable To Make FaceTime Voice Or Video Calls On Apple iPhone Or iPad?

Before you start with extensive troubleshooting on getting a stuttering FaceTime working again, check that you have a stable Wi-Fi or 4G network.

Vivo Y21 With 5,000mAh Battery, Dual Rear Cameras Launched in India

The Vivo Y21 carries a price tag of 15,490 for the 4GB + 128GB variant and the company says that a 4GB RAM + 64GB storage option will be available soon.

Windows 11 Now Or Later? This Is How To Download Preview Builds Or Prep For Final Version

First, see if your PC running Windows 10 is eligible for free upgrades to Windows 11. If it is, the update is available via Windows Update.

Oppo Introduces New Smartphone Camera Tech Including Continuous Optical Zoom And More

Oppo also announced a new image sensor that uses an RGBW sub-pixel layout, adding extra white subpixels in order to achieve a 60 percent increae in light sensitivity.

Adobe to Acquire Cloud Video Editing Platform Frame.io In $1.27 Billion Deal

The company said that users will hear more about the collaboration in October this year, during the Adobe MAX, the company's annual creative conference that takes place during fall season.

OnePlus 9 RT With Android 12, Snapdragon 870 SoC Said to Launch in October

The rumoured OnePlus 9 RT will offer modest upgrades over the OnePlus 9R and would be limited to select markets.

Intel Announces 12th Gen Alder Lake CPUs, High-End GPU Codenamed Alchemist Teased

Alder Lake CPUs will support up to DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-5200, DDR4-3200 and LPDDR4X-4266 RAMs and will be up to manufacturers to decide which to implement.

Prime Video Users Can Now Select Profile Images from Amazon Original: How to Use

It appears to be a server-side update, but Amazon Prime users are still advised to keep their app updated to enjoy the latest features.

Epic Games Says Google Paid Game Makers to Avoid $1 Billion App Store Hit

According to the lawsuit, Google internally called the new deals a success in stopping a "contagion" of developers sidestepping the Play Store.

HP ProBook 635 Aero Review: Definite Price Advantage Over Lenovo And Dell Rivals

The HP ProBook 635 Aero prices start at Rs 1,00,075. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is priced from Rs 1,14,000 while the Dell Latitude 15 7520 is priced from around Rs 1,20,000.

Now You Can Send Twitter DMs To Multiple People At Once And It Won't Create A Group

The micro-blogging platform, with the new feature, allows a message to be sent to up to 20 separate conversations at once.

Facebook Lays Out Plans For Water Conservation; Says Will Be Water Positive By 2030

The company said that its technologies allow data centers to be cooled with outside air, enabling them to operate 80 percent more water efficiently on average, as compared to industry standard.

You Are Not Using Google Tasks, Are You? Simple Reasons Why You Should

Google’s Tasks app will erase out the tedious task of surfing through the piles of emails. Though Android and iOS have dedicated apps for tasks, the Gmail’s Tasks app is integrated into the inbox when one is using Gmail on a desktop.

Audio Problems During Zoom Calls? The Simple Troubleshooting Guide Is Here

Before troubleshooting, make sure the PC's mic is properly connected, Zoom has the authorization to use computer audio, and the mic isn't muted.

Global Chip Scramble Boosts Applied Materials Forecast Above Estimates

Applied Materials Inc on Thursday forecast sales for the current quarter above market estimates, thanks to demand for its semiconductor manufacturing tools from chipmakers rushing to add capacity amid a global shortage.

NASA Halts SpaceX Work On Lunar Lander After Blue Origin Suit

NASA agreed on Thursday to temporarily halt work on a $2.9 billion lunar lander contract awarded to Elon Musk's SpaceX after rival billionaire businessman Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin sued the U.S government, an agency spokeswoman said.

ValueAct Raises Bet On Fiserv With Purchase Of 5.3 Million Shares - Filing

Investment firm ValueAct disclosed on Thursday that it owned 6.2 million shares of Fiserv Inc at the end of the second quarter, a 600% increase in its stake in the fintech company compared to the prior quarter.

Paytm Announces Cashback Offer to Boost Electricity Bill Payments Via App

The cashback deal is applicable on bill payments of the major power distribution companies, such as Kerala State Electricity Board Limited, Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited, Tata Power Mumbai, Adani Electricity, and BEST.

Flipkart Mobiles Bonanza Sale Now Live: 5 Affordable Phones You Can Check Out

Users with HDFC Bank cards will be able to enjoy an extra 5 percent instant discount at Flipkart Mobiles Bonanza sale.

Policy Groups Ask Apple to Drop Plans to Scan iMessage, Images for Abuse Images

The signers said the change will break end-to-end encryption for iMessage, which Apple has staunchly defended in other contexts.

Redmi 10 In Photos: Check Out The Latest Smartphone With 50-Megapixel Camera

The smartphone comes with a quad rear camera setup that includes a 50-megapixel primary shooter, an 8-megapixel ultra wide angle shooter, and two 2-megapixel sensors - one macro, and one depth sensor.

Will Apple Not Include These Features With First Release Of iOS 15?

SharePlay for iOS will let users share whatever they are playing on their screen, such as a song or a video, with other people using FaceTime.

Netflix for iOS and iPadOS Now Rolling Out Spatial Audio Support

Apple explains that spatial audio is a 360-degree sound format that recreates a surround effect through even a tiny pair of earbuds.

Laptop Not Connecting To The Internet? Here Is How To Resolve The Wi-Fi Headache

Laptops and desktops can often drop Wi-Fi or LAN connectivity for no good reason, even though your broadband may be absolutely fine. This is how to troubleshoot and get back online.

WhatsApp Disappearing Messages Will Soon Have Option Of Keeping Texts For 90 Days

The screenshot shared by WABetaInfo also shows a 24 hours option, something that is reportedly being tested for the past few months.

Redmi 10 Launched With 50-Megapixel Camera, 5000mAh Battery: Price, Specs, More

The Redmi 10 comes with a 6.5-inch full-HD+ AdaptiveSync display with a 90Hz refresh rate.

Samsung Galaxy M32 5G With Dimensity 720 SoC to Launch in India on August 25

As per the dedicated micro-site, the upcoming Samsung Galaxy M32 5G will come with a refreshed design with quad rear cameras.

Amazon Alexa Now Supports Amitabh Bachchan's Iconic Voice But It's Not Free

Customers can choose to add "Amit Ji's" voice by purchasing the plan from the shopping platform for an introductory price of Rs 149 for one year.

World Photography Day 2021: Photo Editing Apps For All Smartphone Photographers

The World Photography Day traces its origins to 1837, when the first-ever photographic process was developed by Louis Daguerre and Joseph Nicephore Niepce from France.

Twitter Testing New Feature That Allows Users to Flag Misleading Tweets

Twitter will test the feature in the United States, Australia and South Korea in the first phase.

Apple iOS 14.7.1 Causing Network Coverage Issue For iPhone Users: All You Need To Know

Several users have complained about a "No Service" issue on community forums and Apple Developer forums.

World Photography Day 2021: Some Of The Best Camera Phones That Don't Cost A Lot

It is not easy to find genuinely good camera phones among the hotly contested Android phone space that sees so many phones, so many choices and so much confusion for the buyer

World Photography Day 2021: Mirrorless Cameras To Get You Started With Photography

From uncropped 4K video recording to uncompressed RAW images, the best beginner mirrorless cameras offer the most balanced gateway to photography

Facebook Releases Content Report For Q2 2021: What Users Viewed The Most On Facebook

Facebook says that this report shows what people actually see on the platform, as opposed to what content on Facebook gets the most interaction

How to Sync Google Drive And OneDrive With Your PC To Access Files Offline

To users’ relief, most of these services offer synchronisation with your PC to let you access files stored in the cloud even when you are offline.

How Many Hours Are You Spending Using Your Apple iPhone? Here Is How To Know

The iPhone user can also manage their progress or the amount of time spent on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. It may be time to read the worrying data and manage your screen time accordingly.

British Consortium Formed To Develop Solid State EV Batteries

A group of seven British organisations including battery materials firm Johnson Matthey, startup Britishvolt and Oxford University said on Thursday they had formed a consortium to develop solidstate batteries for electric vehicles.

Nvidia Forecast Beats Expectations, But Talks On $40 Billion Arm Deal Take Longer Than Expected

Nvidia Corp on Wednesday said talks with regulators to clear its $40 billion proposed acquisition of British semiconductor technology firm Arm Ltd are taking longer than expected.

U.S. Telecoms Agency To Probe T-Mobile Data Breach

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) said late Wednesday it will investigate a data breach disclosed by TMobile US Inc impacting more than 47 million current, former and prospective customers.

U.S. SEC, Federal Prosecutors Charge Former Netflix Staffers With Insider Trading

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said on Wednesday it has charged three former engineers at Netflix Inc with trading on nonpublic information around the company's subscriber growth that generated over $3 million in total profit.

UE Wonderboom, Sony SRS-XB22 & More: Bluetooth Speakers Under Rs 5,000 In India

Portable speakers are not only great for outdoor settings but can also lighten up a room without worrying about the space.

Samsung Planning to Remove Ads from Native Phone Apps With Future OTA Update

Samsung is yet to confirm the development officially and new reports do not share an exact timeline for the upcoming update.

Microsoft Testing Teams 2.0 With New Messaging Feature on Windows 11

Microsoft Teams users with the latest version of desktop app on Windows 11 beta can reportedly start or join conversations, create and join meetings.

Best Smartphones for Gaming in India in August 2021

Mobile gaming continues to become popular in India, thanks to affordable internet connectivity and smartphones with impressive hardware.

Amazon miniTV and boAT present an exclusive Tech show ‘Tech with Rajiv Makhni’

The Hindi tech show aims to break down the world of tech into easily digestible, bite-sized chunks of information.

Apple Will Go Back To September Launch For iPhone 13 Series, May Have Up To 1TB Storage

Apple also plans to add an option to record a higher quality ProRes video format. ProRes videos are designed for professional video editors and will result in larger file sizes with HD and 4K resolutions.

Tinder Aims to Make Online Dating Safer With ID Verification Option Globally

Tinder previously launched various in-app tools to verify the other user's authenticity via face-to-face video, photo verification, and Noonlight protection.

Realme GT 5G Review: OnePlus Nord 2 Might Have Been Worried, But Should It Be?

The Realme GT is part of the new series that replaces the X series flagship killer phones, and one of the two phones that usher in the GT era.

Realme Book Slim With 11th-Gen Intel Core CPUs Launched in India: Price, Specs

The Realme Book Slim comes with a starting price tag of Rs 46,999 for the base 11th-generation Intel Core i3 CPU + 8GB RAM + 256GB SSD storage.

Psychonauts 2, Humankind, Twelve Minutes & More Coming on Xbox Game Pass This Month

Microsoft also said that a bunch of games will be removed from the Xbox Game Pass by August 31. These include Blair Witch, Double Kick Heroes, NBA 2K21, and Stranger Things 3: The Game.

Realme GT 5G, GT Master Edition With Triple Rear Cameras Launched in India

The Realme GT Master Edition comes in three storage variants. The Realme GT 5G is offered in two storage variants.

Windows 11 Have This Feature Called Snap Layouts: Here Is How To Multitask With Ease

Snaping your active windows in different layouts is a time-saving option for those who regularly work with more than one window.

T-Mobile Says Hackers Accessed 7.8 Million Postpaid Customers' Personal Data

T-Mobile acknowledged the data breach earlier this week and said that it was confident the entry point used to access the data had been closed.

Google Pixel Buds A-Series Launched In India At Rs 9,999: Specs, Availability & More

The Google Pixel Buds A come as a toned-down version of the original Pixel Buds and were launched in the US back in June.

Battlegrounds Mobile India is Finally Available to Download on Apple App Store

Earlier this week, Krafton announced that Battlegrounds Mobile India clocked 50 million downloads on Google Play less than two months after its debut in India.

Intel Shuttering RealSense Business to Focus More on Chip Making Segment: Report

Launched in 2015, Intel RealSense Technology aimed to make computer vision more flexible and accessible. Its depth-sensing camera tech was designed to improve autonomous drones and more.

Vivo Y21, Y33s Tipped to Launch in India Soon, Renders and Key Specs Leaked

Vivo Y21 and Vivo Y33s are tipped to launch next week, though Vivo is yet to share this development officially.

Adobe Photoshop Beta Program Launched; Bring Healing Brush, Magic Wand To iPad

The Photoshop Beta will release this month and will allow Creative Cloud users to give feedback on the new features.

Google Pixel 5A Launched With Largest Battery On Any Pixel Ever: Price, Specs & More

The Google Pixel 5a will only be launched in Japan and US initially. The company did not mention plans for an international release.

Got A Windows 10 PC? Three Simple Things To Do To Keep It Running Like New

Important to install software updates as they bring new features and performance improvements, but also security patches and bug fixes.

How To Turn On Webcam On Your PC? That And More Troubleshooting Guidelines Here

Windows 10 updates include patches for webcams. In case you haven't installed these updates, you should, because they include fixes and performance improvements.

Japan Sees Peril In U.S. Chip Hub To Counter China

Japan is worried that U.S. plans to pour billions of dollars into chip manufacturing to fend off China could finish off what's left of a Japanese semiconductor industry that once dominated the world.

YouTube Says It Does Not Allow Taliban-affiliated Accounts

Alphabet Inc’s YouTube said on Tuesday it has a long held policy of not allowing accounts believed to be operated by the Taliban on its site, as social media companies faced questions about how they would handle the group that fast gained control of Afghanistan.

YouTube Says it Bans Accounts Believed to Be Owned by the Taliban

Separately, the Financial Times reported that Facebook Inc's WhatsApp messaging service has shut down a complaints helpline set up by the Taliban after it took control of the Afghan capital Kabul.

You Wanted To Ask: How To Keep Your Laptop Or Desktop Running Smoothly?

Important to install software updates as they bring new features and performance improvements, but also security patches and bug fixes.

You Wanted To Ask: How To Change The Mouse Cursor On Windows PCs?

In case you are struggling with the mouse cursor, you could change the size, contrast and colour to make things much easier.

China Steps up Tech Scrutiny With Rules Over Unfair Competition, Critical Data

China has issued hefty fines to companies including e-commerce giant Alibaba Group and social media company Tencent Holdings as part of a widening crackdown and has vowed to draft new laws around technology innovation and monopolies.

Want COVID-19 Vaccine Certificate Handy? These Platforms Will Help You Download

Here are five platforms that now let you download the COVID-19 vaccine certificate.

Asus Launches E-Store In India, Says Online Channel Key To Serve Consumers Better

Asus also gave a toll-free helpline number for customers to reach out in case of any issues or help (18002664416). If that doesn't work, users can also send an email enquiry on Online_India@asus.com.

iCloud For Windows Getting Password Manager: How To Start Using iCloud On Your PC

In many circumstances, you may need to access your iCloud data on a Windows computer. If you are wondering if that is possible, not only is it possible but it is free as well.

Vivo X60 Gets Price Cut in India, Price Now Starts at Rs 34,990

The prices are applicable from today, August 17 across Vivo channels and Flipkart. The company has also announced additional sale offers for online and offline channels.

Want A Clean Desktop? Here Is How To Remove App Icons From Windows 10

In case you want to move the icons from the desktop without wanting to delete them, we have some options for you to choose from.

Motorola Edge 20, Edge 20 Fusion With 108MP Main Camera Launched in India

The regular Motorola Edge 20 features a Qualcomm chipset while the Edge 20 Fusion has a MediaTek SoC. Both will retail via Flipkart.

Laptop Battery Draining Faster Than Usual? How To Check Battery Health In Windows 10

Windows 10 has a tool that can tell you the battery health of the battery pack in your laptop, which helps you shortlist whether there is a software cause for the battery drain or the hardware has deteriorated.

Facebook, Other Social Media Giants Face Challenges in Taliban's Afghanistan

Taliban officials have issued statements saying they want peaceful international relations and have promised to protect Afghans. Major social media firms this year made high-profile decisions on handling sitting world leaders and groups in power.

OnePlus Nord 2 Gets New OxygenOS Update: Fix For Hotspot Bug, System Stability & More

The changelog also states that OnePlus has fixed the issue where users were not able to enable the Wi-Fi hotspot.

Xiaomi Mi Smarter Living 2022 Set for August 26: Laptops, Smart Band 6 Expected

Xiaomi has revealed to two publications that it would launch Mi Smart Band 6, Mi laptops, Wi-Fi router and a new security camera.

Asus ROG Phone 5s, 5s Pro With Snapdragon 888+ SoC, 144Hz Display Launched

The company is yet to share pricing and availability details of Asus ROG Phone 5s and Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro. Asus sells ROG Phone 5 in India at starting Rs 49,999.

WhatsApp Adds New Payments Feature In India And You May Not Be Able To Guess What It Is

WhatsApp Payments competes with platforms including Paytm, PhonePe and Google Pay in India to enable money transfers using the UPI method.

Apple Releases New iCloud App For Windows That Brings iCloud Keychain Password Manager

iCloud‌ for Windows Passwords is part of ‌iCloud‌ for Windows version 12.5. Users can download the app from the Microsoft Store.

Intel Arc Announced As Company's Graphics Products Line: Should Nvidia, AMD Be Wary?

The Alchemist, which is said to be the first generation of Intel Arc products, is said to feature hardware-based ray tracing and AI-enabled super sampling.

Nothing Ear (1) Wireless Earbuds Preorders: All Cashbacks, Discount And Exchange Offers

Priced at Rs 5,999 in India, the Nothing ear (1) wireless earbuds are actually less expensive here than in most other countries where the pricing is £99, $99 and €99.

The All In One Guide To Reset Windows 10 On Your Laptop Or Desktop

Before you attempt to reset Windows on your desktop or laptop, it is important to back-up important files and folders, either on an external drive or cloud storage.

Motorola Edge 20, Motorola Edge 20 Fusion India Launch Today: Here's What To Expect

The smartphones will be launched in India at 12PM (noon) IST and will be sold in the country via Flipkart.

How To Monitor Your Breathing While You Sleep, Using An Apple Watch

Since this feature is quite new, it is only available in limited watch series. The devices that support the feature are Apple Watch Series 6, Apple Watch SE, Apple Watch Series 5, Apple Watch Series 4 and Apple Watch Series 3.

Did You Know, It Is Possible To Schedule Email In Gmail? Here Is How To Do It

Scheduling email comes in handy while using Gmail for work, as it allows users to manage the workflow, but there is nothing that stops you from scheduling personal emails too.

Five Ways To Connect Your Apple iPad To Your TV: AirPlay, Chromecast And Dongles

The Apple AirPlay standard as well as Google Chromecast will also depend on whether they are supported by the apps you are using, for viewing content on the big screen.

Pokemon Presents Event to Take Place on Aug 18, New Games Expected: How to Watch

At the presentation, the Japanese company will showcase the much anticipated Pokemon Legends: Arceus, as well as Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3 Launched in India: Check Price, Specs & More

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Samsung Galaxy Fold 3 will be up for pre-bookings in India starting August 24 and will go on sale on September 9.

How To Delete Apps From MacBook: A Simple Guide To Keep Your Mac Streamlined

In case an app has been unused for long on your computer, then it is ideal to delete it.

Cannot Find Recycle Bin On Your Windows Desktop? Do Not Panic, Follow These Steps

The Recycle Bin icon is generally found on the top-left corner of the Desktop, among other constants like the ‘My computer’ and ‘Start.’

Wi-Fi Connecting to Unknown Networks Automatically? Here’s What You Need To Do

A bit more care when connecting to open Wi-Fi networks can save your Windows 10 PC from malware attacks that could compromise your data.

Best 5G Smartphones Under Rs 50,000 in India in August 2021

Apart from 5G connectivity, OEMs continue to add impressive hardware and software capabilities on their devices that don't cost a fortune.

Poco Continues Strong Run, Becomes Fastest Growing Brand For 2nd Consecutive Quarter

Poco became and independent brand in February 2020. The company said that its "niche, yet stellar" portfolio has contributed to this achievement.

Battlegrounds Mobile India Clocks 50M Downloads, iOS Availability Confirmed

Earlier this month, BGMI's South Korea-based developer Krafton announced special rewards in the build-up to the 50 million download mark.

How To Remove All Personal Information From Your Photos, On PC, Mac, Android And iPhone

You should remove identifiers, that is metadata from your photos, before sharing, and the functionality is available on Windows PCs, Apple Mac, Android phones and Apple iPhone.

Apple Acknowledges Scanner Error on Macs, Provides Temporary Solution

Apple has acknowledged the problem and says a permanent fix will roll out with future updates.

Sonos Coming Up With Its Own Virtual Assistant? Survey Hints At Potential Offering

Sonos had acquired a voice AI platform named Snips back in 2019.

T-Mobile Investigating Claims of Data Breach of 100 Million Customers

The data reportedly included information such as social security numbers, phone numbers, names, physical addresses, and driver licenses information.

Motorola Edge 20, Edge 20 Fusion India Prices Tipped Ahead of August 17 Launch

Motorola initially launched the Edge 20 series that includes the vanilla Motorola Edge 20 alongside the Edge 20 Pro and Edge 20 Lite in July this year.

Windows PC Freaking You Out With This Error? Here Is How To Fix It

Following are some important steps on how you could fix the "operating system not found" problem on your Windows 10 operating system.

Realme to Discontinue Its Premium X-Series Smartphone Lineup: Here's Why

Realme will launch Realme GT 5G and Realme GT Master Edition in the country on August 18

Twitter Pauses Account Verification Programme As System Verifies Several Fake Accounts

A Twitter spokesperson told The Verge that it would "resume rolling out applications in the next few weeks." This isn't the first time Twitter has paused its verification programme.

Google Pixel 5a Will Have Biggest Battery On Any Pixel Phone Ever, Launch This Month

Google is expected to launch the more affordable Pixel 5a later this month.

MacBook With Apple Pencil Support? Apple Patent Hints At Laptop Model With Pencil Dock

While the possibility of Apple bringing Apple Pencil support on MacBook will excite many, it is unlikely that Apple will put a touch-sensitive display on the MacBook.

Do Not Splurge Money On A New Tablet Just Yet: How To Fix Your Old Sluggish Apple iPad

Before you get frustrated and decide to splurge money on a new iPad or tablet, there is some troubleshooting you can do to rediscover the performance of your Apple iPad.

Realme Book Slim Will Feature 11th-Gen Intel Core i5 CPU, Company Confirms

The Realme Book Slim will launch in India on August 18 with Realme GT 5G and Realme GT Master Edition.

Best 5G Smartphones Under Rs 40,000 in India in August 2021

Apart from 5G connectivity, OEMs continue to add impressive hardware and software capabilities on their devices that don't cost a fortune.

Battery Life Or Performance? Here Is How To Access Power Options In Windows 10

The Control Panel system provides users with the Power Options utility in Windows.

Android 12 to Finally Bring Scrolling Screenshots, How It Would Work

Scrolling screenshots feature has been available on Android-based phones from Xiaomi and Samsung, though it is not widely available on all devices, like Google Pixel and more.

Black Shark 5 With Snapdragon 888+ SoC Already Said to Be In the Works

A tipster claims that Black Shark is developing the next-generation Black Shark 5 with model number KTUS-A0.

Tired of Unending Notifications on Chromebooks? How to Enable Do Not Disturb

Chromebooks come with many tips and tricks and turning on the 'Do Not Disturb' mode could just aid to sanity while working on your project or studying.

Crypto Platform Poly Network Rewards Hacker With $500,000 'Bug Bounty'

In a statement it thanked the hacker - who it dubbed a "white hat", sector jargon for an ethical hacker who generally aims to expose cyber vulnerabilities - who had returned the bulk of the funds for "helping us improve Poly Network’s security".

Independence Day 2021: How to Download Custom Stickers, Frames on WhatsApp

WhatsApp is not offering native Independence Day-themed stickers to mark the occasion but there are third-party apps.

Music Fans, This Is How To Create A Private Session On Spotify On Phones And PC

Private session listening on Spotify doesn't add that to your Friends' Activity and neither does it alter the music recommendations that the Spotify app generates.

Apple iPhone Users, Get Ready For These Five New Features When iOS 15 Rolls Out Soon

The iOS 15 update is expected to release around the launch of the iPhone 13 in September this year, after multiple beta versions have already been tested.

GTA 5 Still Making Rockstar Games $2.5 Million A Day! Still Wondering Where's GTA 6?

GTA 5, in 2020 alone, generated $911 million for its developer Rockstar Games. This, if compared to game's turnover in 2019, shows a 53.11 percent rise.

Realme Watch S, Redmi Watch GPS & More: Best Smartwatches Under Rs 5000 In August 2021

Currently, there are smartwatches in all budgets, starting with good products that you can get for up to Rs 3,000 and go all the way up to the Apple Watch-like price range of over Rs 40,000.

Google Infringed Five Smart Speaker & Related Patents Belonging To Sonos: US Judge

Google did not immediately respond to requests for comment. <a href="https://ift.tt/3AEW25G> said it was pleased with the preliminary ruling.

Apple Is Adding These New Features in Upcoming iOS 15 Update

It is expected that iOS 15 will launch along with the iPhone 13 in September this year.

Here Are 4 Ways to Scan QR Codes Through Your Android Phones

QR codes, indeed are convenient but can lead to a lot of doubts in terms of usability as well as giving apps access to your camera.

Facebook Rolls Out End-to-End Encryption On Messenger Voice and Video Calls

Facebook also announced updated controls over disappearing messages - another privacy feature that the company has enhanced.

After Criticism, Apple to Only Seek Abuse Images Flagged in Multiple Nations

The controversy around the new child protection strategy has even moved into Apple's ranks, with employees debating the move in hundreds of posts on an internal chat channel, it was reported this week.

Android Users Will Soon Be Able To See WhatsApp Contacts' Status Via Profile Picture

The feature, according to the website is still under development and will present the user with an option asking if they want to view the status of the user or their profile picture.

Want To Use Microsoft Word For Free? Here Is How To Save Some Money

The Microsoft 365 Suite includes popular apps such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint and OneDrive cloud storage.

If Copy And Paste Feature Is Not Working On Your Mac, Here Is How To Fix It

If copy and paste has stopped working on your MacBook or iMac, worry not, because troubleshooting will get it working again in no time.

Here's Why Amazon Prime Users Are Cancelling Their Membership After Bezos' Space Trip

Jeff Bezos took to space on July 20 in a test launch flight before his company Blue Origin began commercial operations for space tourism.

Too Much Pressure? How To Hide Likes and View Counts On Instagram Posts

The option to hide likes on Instagram rolled out earlier this summer after an extended test phase to see whether hiding these numbers helped promote better content.

Intel Discloses Small Stake In Crypto Exchange Coinbase

Intel Corp on Friday disclosed a stake worth less than a million dollars in U.S. cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase Global Inc.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Z Flip 3 May Launch in India on August 20

The new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 foldable phones that debuted earlier this week are available in select markets and only the global pricing has been revealed.

iPhone 13 May Come With A Bigger Battery, Apple To Maintain Pricing Strategy: Report

Apple is likely to keep the iPhone 13 pricing similar to the iPhone 12 since there will be no significant hardware upgrades.

WhatsApp, Facebook Restricted in Zambia as Country Counts Presidential Poll Votes

Use of social media such as WhatsApp is part of everyday life in the southern Africa country and the curbs on access could fuel suspicion about the outcome of the vote, which appeared too close to call.

Before 5G Lands On Our Phones, We Have A Complication; What Really Is 5Gi?

The basic difference between 5Gi and the global 5G standards is that the former is designed to work on bands lower than the range of 5G bands otherwise. The idea being, offer better range.

Best Smartphones Under Rs 10,000 in India in August 2021

there are a variety of phones in India under Rs 10,000, but with all claiming to offer so much, making the right decision could be difficult.

Western Digital, Transcend & More: Best 1TB Portable Hard Drives In India August 2021

The amount of storage required keeps on increasing over time, which is why many have resorted to portable hard disks over the past few years.

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G Full Specifications Leaked Ahead of Official Launch

Old rumours claim that the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G will reportedly cost EUR 434.64 (approx Rs 32,300) in Europe.

Apple's Planned iPhone Scanning Feature Sparks Debate Within Company: Report

Apple employees have flooded an Apple internal Slack channel with more than 800 messages on the plan announced a week ago.

Google Meet Will Soon Have Up To 25 Co-Hosts In Meetings, Gets Quick Access Setting

The updates will start rolling out to Android users starting August 16, while iOS users will start receiving the update starting August 30.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Z Flip 3 Are Getting Tailored Microsoft Office Apps

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 users can enjoy the multi-view mode that lets two apps run simultaneously, for instance Microsoft Excel and Teams.

Struggling to Download Videos From Twitter Posts? These Websites Can Help You

These third-party websites allow you to download videos embedded in tweets, without you having to download any app or login anywhere with your credentials. All you need is the link to the tweet.

Samsung Galaxy A12 Refreshed With Exynos 850 SoC, Price Starts at Rs 13,999

In terms of specifications, the new Exynos-powered Galaxy A12 and MediaTek Helio-powered Galaxy A12 share a lot of similarities.

HP ENVY 14 Laptop Review: Light, Very Powerful And The Price Tag Should Worry Dell

The HP Envy 14 is a premium laptop that is somehow offering genuine value. And that isn't something we often say about laptops priced around Rs 1 lakh.

Facebook Delays Return To Office Till Jan 2022 Due To COVID-19 Delta Variant Outbreak

Facebook had earlier aimed at employees returning to office by October this year with strict vaccination and mask requirements.

Yes, Twitter Has Redesigned Its UI With New Font, Less Clutter & More Focus On Media

The Chirp font comes as Twitter's first-ever proprietary font and aims to bring certain personality and distinctiveness to the platform.

Users Under 18 Will Be Able to Seek Removal of Pictures From Google Image Search

These resources will begin to roll out globally in the coming months, Google has said.

Huawei Accused Of Stealing Trade Secrets, Spying in Pakistan

The complaint accused Huawei of using the software "as a backdoor from China into Lahore to gain access, manipulate, and extract sensitive data important to Pakistan's national security."

Annoyed By Windows 10 News and Feature Taskbar Element? This Is How To Get Rid Of It

Although it was intended to be an eye on your surroundings, the feature, located at the bottom-right corner of the desktop, annoyingly pops up if you hover your cursor over the widget button on the taskbar.

Is Your Apple iPhone Slowing Down? This Is How To Make It As Good As New, Again

Does your iPhone take time to load a webpage when you access it through search engines like Google Chrome, Safari, or Firefox? Chances are you may need to clean the cache.

How To Keep Instagram Trolls Away? How Limits, Hidden Words And Hide More Comments Work

The new feature allows users to limit DM requests and comments. There would also be strong warnings when others try to post offensive comments.

Samsung SDI Considering Building Battery Plant In Illinois, Says Senator

South Korea's Samsung SDI Co Ltd is considering building a battery plant in central Illinois, Senator Dick Durbin told reporters on Thursday.

Explainer-How Hackers Stole And Returned $600 Million In Tokens From Poly Network

Hackers pulled off the biggest ever cryptocurrency heist on Tuesday, stealing more than $600 million in digital coins from tokenswapping platform Poly Network, only to return nearly all the assets less than 48 hours later, the company said. [nL1N2PJ21E]

'White Hat' Hacker Has Returned Nearly All of $600 Mn Crypto Tokens Taken: Poly Network

Poly Network, a platform that facilitates peer-to-peer transactions, said on Twitter that the tokens were transferred to a multi-signature wallet.

Realme Book Slim's Connectivity Options Revealed Ahead of India Launch on Aug 18

The Realme Book Slim will launch in India on August 18 with Realme GT 5G and Realme GT Master Edition.

Zoom Brings Focus Mode For Teachers To Keep Students More Attentive: How To Activate

When Focus mode begins, the user and the participants are notified with a banner along the top of the video window.

Wipro, Mi, Crompton & More: Best Smart Bulbs Under Rs 800 in India In August 2021

Smart bulbs and smart lights mostly make for the second step after the smart speakers towards a completely smart connected home.

Explained: How Hackers Stole $613 Million in Crypto Tokens From Poly Network

The hacker or hackers has not yet been identified Cryptocurrency security firm SlowMist said on its website that it has identified the attacker's mailbox, internet protocol address.

Want To Post On Instagram From Desktop? The Simple Guide On How To Do It

Previously, one had to rely on third party apps solely for uploading photos or videos on the portal. This update has come after a long wait of eleven years.

Best 5G Smartphones Under Rs 20,000 in India in August 2021

Although India is yet to roll out 5G commercially to the masses, smartphone brands are already flaunting the connectivity option.

Apple iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 Latest Public Beta Launched: All Features, Improvements

iOS and iPadOS 15 will be rolled out for general public later this year. It is being said that the new software will be rolled out around September, when the company will launch the iPhone 13 series.

Google's Attempts To Upgrade Users From Hangouts To Chat, Are Impressing No One

Google had, earlier this summer, rolled out the updated Gmail which integrates Chat, Meet and Rooms within Gmail for Android, Apple iPhone and Gmail for the web.

OnePlus 6, OnePlus 6T Finally Receiving Android 11 Update: What's New

OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T users will most likely get a notification on their smartphone when the Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 update is ready.

Motorola Moto G60s With 120Hz Display, MediaTek Helio G95 SoC Launched

The Moto G60s carries a price tag of BRL 2,249, which is roughly Rs 32,000 for the lone 6GB + 128GB storage model.

MediaTek Dimensity 920, Dimensity 810 6nm Smartphone Chipsets Launched: All Features

Both the new MediaTek Dimesity 920 and Dimensity 810 processors are expected to arrive in smartphones as early as Q3 2021.

Facebook Dating Platform Adds New Features, Users Can Now Send Voice Notes

In addition to the ability to call your crush without having to exchange phone numbers, Facebook Dating will also allow you to activate the "Match Anywhere" option to extend your dating radius to two other places in addition to your location.

Signal Makes Disappearing Messages Feature More Powerful: How It Works

Disappearing messages on Signal are available on the on the Signal app for Android phones as well as the Apple iPhone, and also on Signal for the desktop.

Realme Dizo May Launch Two Affordable TWS Earbuds with ANC in India in August

Currently, Realme already offers Realme Buds Q2 that feature ANC and carry a price tag of Rs 2,499 - making them one of the most affordable ANC-enabled earbuds in India.

Instagram Brings 'Limits' To Fight Racism, Hate Speech On Platform: How It Works

Apart from Limits, Instagram is also building a hidden words feature that launched in April and allows people to automatically filter DMs with offensive words, phrases, and emojis, relegating them to a hidden folder.

TikTok Surpassed Facebook As Most Downloaded App In The World In 2020

The Nikkei report did not provide the exact number of downloads each of the top 10 most downloaded apps received in 2020. The data appears to be sourced from the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

How To Determine Whether Your iPhone Is Fast Charging And How To Ensure It Does

The fast charging technology is a terrific way to get your phone up to full power battery as it increases charging speed and that is really impressive. However, there is little clarity whether this technology works on your iPhone as only some models happen to have this feature.

How to Take Screenshots With Windows 10? There Are 7 Ways To Get The Job Done

Here are some interesting built-in Windows screenshot tools along with other shortcuts for taking screenshots on PCs and laptops running Microsoft Windows 10.

Android Phone Slowing Down? Here Is How To Speed It Up And Save Money

With time, your smartphone starts collecting temporary files and bits of information you don't really need, also known as cache files. These files help in offering a smooth experience on certain apps but end up taking away a lot of space on the device.

WhatsApp Chat Transfer For Android And iPhone: Good News And A Test Of Your Patience

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 get privilege to get WhatsApp's cross platform chat transfer feature, much before other Android phones and the iPhone.

EBay Forecasts Revenue Below Estimates As Shoppers Venture Out

EBay Inc's quarterly revenue and forecast for the current quarter both fell short of estimates on Wednesday, signaling that reopening economies and vaccine rollouts could be putting an end to the pandemicled shopping boom.

Payments Company Marqeta Beats Revenue Estimates As Transactions Surge

Payments company Marqeta Inc reported a 76% jump in secondquarter revenue on Wednesday that beat market estimates, as the company benefited from a surge in transactions made through its platform.

EBay Forecasts Current-quarter Revenue Below Estimates

EBay Inc missed Wall Street estimates for quarterly revenue on Wednesday and the ecommerce firm forecast currentquarter sales below estimates, signaling opening up of economies and vaccine rollouts could fade the pandemicled shopping boom.In the past year, customers turned to ecommerce platforms during the coronavirus pandemic as they were homebound for months at a stretch, but vaccine rollouts are expected to lead a return to brickandmortar shopping as more people step out of their homes. EBay also faces competition in its marketplace business from larger rivals including Amazon.com and Walmart Inc's online business.

Deep Web May Not Be As Dark As You Think: These Search Engines Get You There

A major amount of data remains inaccessible as it resides in the invisible internet which is further divided into parts of deep web, and dark web.

Samsung Exynos W920 Launched As First 5nm Wearable SoC; Supports New Samsung-Google UI

The Exynos W920 comes with a Fan-Out Panel Level Packaging (FO-PLP) design that allows the company to squeeze the size of the chipset to the smallest possible.

How To: Update Apps on Your Amazon Fire TV To Access Latest Features

There are three approaches using which you can keep your apps updated.

Realme Book Slim Laptop Confirmed to Launch in India on August 18

Realme had previously announced the launch of Realme GT 5G and Realme GT Master Edition in India on August 18. Incidentally, Realme will launch Realme Book in China on the same day.

OnePlus Says No OnePlus Nord 2 Unit Exploded, Allegations Are 'False'

Earlier this week, several reports citing a tweet by a user (now deleted) noted that the OnePlus Nord 2 unit exploded just days after purchase.

Google Makes It Easier For Chromebook Users To Take Notes With New 'Cursive' App

The Google Cursive app is debuting with HP's Chromebook X2 11 and will be pre-installed on other stylus-enabled Chromebooks later this year.

Xiaomi CyberDog is a Robot Dog with an Nvidia Brain, Intel Eyes and Loads of Sensors

The Xiaomi CyberDog is an open source quadruped robot that can recognise human gestures to act like a real companion.

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 Tablets With Snapdragon 800-Series SoCs, Stylus Support Launched

In terms of specifications, Xiaomi Mi Pad 5, Mi Pad 5 Pro, and Mi Pad 5 Pro 5G sport an 11-inch LCD display with 2560x1600 resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and 500nits max brightness.

OnePlus Just Teased a Foldable: New Device Incoming Or Is OnePlus Trolling Samsung?

OnePlus has not clarified anything about the cryptic tweet. Given the interest the tweet has generated, it will be much clearer later in the day as to what the Chinese "flagship killer" is up to.

Netgear Nighthawk RAX50 Review: This Future Proof Wi-Fi Router Is Uncomplicated

The Netgear Nighthawk RAX50 Wi-Fi router is a powerful pick for work from home needs, if you can't afford a Wi-Fi Mesh. The Armor threat protection subscription is optional.

Google's New Policy Aims to Block Advertisement Targeting of Under-18 Users

Major online platforms have long been under scrutiny from lawmakers and regulators over their sites' impact on the safety, privacy and wellbeing of younger users.

Satellite Broadband by Tata Nelco, Telesat May Soon Rival Musk's Starlink in India

Tata Group's Nelco is reportedly in talks to partner Canadian company Telesat to bring its Lightspeed satellite broadband service to India.

Apple Has Thought Of A Way To Avoid Losing AirPods: iOS 15 To Bring New Find My Ability

While users will be able to locate lost AirPods with Precision Finding, iOS 15 will also link AirPods with a user's Apple ID to ensure they can find them easily anywhere.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3 Launch Today: How To Watch Unpacked Event Live

Both the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 are expected to come with 120Hz displays and may be powered with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888 SoC.

How To: Google Live Transcribe Is Super Convenient For Android Phones And Chromebook

Google Live Transcribe supports a range of languages including Indian languages such as Hindi, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Punjabi, Telugu and Urdu.

Want To Download Your Favorite Netflix TV Shows And Movies? Here Is How To Do It

The Netflix app for your Android phone, Apple iPhone as well as Apple iPad allows you to download and save movies and TV shows on the device itself. No need for Wi-Fi or 4G then.

Intel Fails To Overturn $2.18 Billion Patent Verdict, Plans Appeal

A U.S. judge has rejected Intel Corp's request to set aside a jury verdict ordering the chipmaker to pay VLSI Technology LLC $2.18 billion for patent infringement.

BitMEX Cryptocurrency Exchange Agrees To Pay $100 Million To Settle U.S. Charges

BitMEX, one of the world's largest virtual currency derivatives exchanges, has agreed to pay up to $100 million to settle U.S. charges of unlawfully accepting customer funds to trade cryptocurrencies when it was not registered to do so as well as failure to conduct customer due diligence.

BitMEX Agrees To Pay As Much As $100 Million To Settle U.S. Charges

BitMEX, one of the largest virtual currency derivatives exchanges, has agreed to pay up to $100 million to settle U.S. charges of unlawfully accepting customer funds to trade cryptocurrencies when it was not registered to do so as well as failure to conduct customer due diligence.

Coinbase Profit Beats Estimates On Boost In Trading Volumes

U.S. cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase Global Inc reported a betterthanexpected quarterly profit on Tuesday, boosted by a nearly 38% jump in trading volumes on a sequential basis.

Poshmark Says Apple Ad Tracking Changes Hit Marketing

Secondhand retailer Poshmark Inc on Tuesday forecast thirdquarter revenue largely below estimates and said its marketing efforts were taking a hit from Apple Inc's new privacy controls over digital advertising tracking.

BitMEX Agrees To Pay Up To $100 Million To Settle CFTC, FinCEN Charges

BitMEX has agreed to pay $100 million to settle U.S. charges that the trading platform unlawfully accepted customer funds to trade cryptocurrencies and did not have proper antimoneylaundering programs in place.

U.S. Judicial Panel Moves Texas Lawsuit Against Google, Others To New York

A U.S. judicial panel on Tuesday said that Texas' antitrust lawsuit against Alphabet's Google would be moved to the Southern District of New York, where other similar cases would also be heard.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 Launched with 20MP Under-Display Selfie Camera: Price, Specs and More

The Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 is one of the first commercial phones to feature a camera under its display, in an otherwise standard but flagship phone package.

Asus ROG Strix G15, MSI Alpha 15 & More: Best Gaming Laptops in India Under Rs 1,00,000

Gaming laptops market has seen a significant boom since the COVID-19 pandemic sent us indoors last year.

Online Phone Sales Overtook Offline Market as Covid-19 Second Wave Receded: IDC

According to the latest data from IDC, online sales recorded a 51 percent market share for the first time, growing 113 percent over last year.

Samsung 'Accidentally' Reveals Galaxy S21 FE Design on Instagram

Since it is an 'FE (fan-edition),' we can expect the phone to be a toned-down variant of the existing Galaxy S21 series, similar to the erstwhile Samsung Galaxy S20 FE.

Vodafone Idea (Vi) Prepaid Recharge: Rs 449 Plan Offers Double Data for 56 Days

The new Vodafone prepaid plan also offers complimentary Zee5 Premium access for all Vi users during the validity period.

Best Smart Bands With Spo2 Under Rs 5,000 in India in August 2021

Readers must note that readings from these smart bands are only for references and do not always provide accurate diagnostics.

Vi REDX Adds Postpaid Family Plans With Unlimited 4G And Up To 5 Members On One Bill

The addition of the REDX family plans comes alongside the Vi postpaid family plans that were already available. These standard plans are priced at Rs 699 onwards.

Battlegrounds Mobile India Bans 336,000 Players For Cheating; Crosses 48M Downloads

Developer Krafton shared the development on the game's official website and said that it has investigated cases beteen July 30 and August 5.

HP Envy 14 and Envy 15 Launched in India With 11th Gen Intel CPUs: Price & Specs

The HP Envy 14 has a 14-inch panel, while the HP Envy 15 has a 15-inch display. Under the hood, both the laptops come with Intel's 11th Generation Core processors.

WhatsApp Web and Desktop App Finally Getting Photo Editing Tools: How to Use

Unfortunately, WhatsApp Web and Desktop app do not offer the ability to add filters, like Black and White and Chrome on photos (yet).

Samsung Galaxy Smartphones Receiving August 2021 Android Security Update: Full List

Samsung actually started rolling out the August 2021 update on July 27, right on time when Google releases the list of core security issues that the patch fixes.

Neeraj Chopra Second Most Mentioned Athlete on Facebook During Olympics 2020

In terms of the "Loudest countries engaging about the Olympics over the course of the Games" (ranked by number of people talking about Olympics on Facebook), India stood at the numero uno position, followed by the US, Brazil, the Philippines and Mexico.

Motorola Edge 20, Edge 20 Fusion to Launch in India on August 17

Motorola initially launched the Edge 20 series that includes the vanilla Motorola Edge 20 alongside the Edge 20 Pro and Edge 20 Lite in July this year.

Amazon and Top Indian Seller Cloudtail End Relationship Amid Regulatory Heat

In their joint statement, Amazon and Catamaran did not say why they had decided to end their joint venture, but said the partnership ran successfully for seven years and made "tremendous strides."

Sony SRS-XP700, SRS-XP500 and SRS-XG500 Speakers With Karaoke, Guitar Input Launched

The speakers have been priced at Rs 29,990 onwards for the Sony SRS-XP500, while the Sony SRS-XP700 and SRS-XG500 are both priced at Rs 32,990.

Amazon Fixes Flaw on Kindle That Could've Allowed Hackers Steal Billing Data

A report notes Amazon Kindle e-reader could've be vulnerable to hacking through free e-books. Additionally, Kindle exploitation could be an easy operation for hackers to target specific audiences.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3: Day Ahead Of Launch, A Look At What To Expect

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 will be unveiled during an online presentation on August 11 at 7:30PM IST.

Apple To Scan iPhone Photos For Child Porn: There Are Concerns And Apple Is Clarifying Them

The CSAM feature needs to be enabled by parents for a child’s Apple iCloud account. It will detect images in iCloud or shared on iMessage for any sexually explicit content and child porn.

Microsoft xCloud Is Finally Here On Windows Via Xbox App, But You Still Have To Wait

The updated Xbox app will include a new "cloud games" section, with access to all of the games available on xCloud on the web. Microsoft has also added some new features to help users get started.

Australian Startup Dovetail Set For Expansion As Valuation Hits $100 Million

Australian customer analytics startup Dovetail wants to almost triple its staff and open an office in the United States after a funding round that raised its valuation fivefold to over $100 million, its chief executive told Reuters.

Asus ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition ft AMD Ryzen 9, RX6800M Launched at Rs 1.55 Lakh

The Asus ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition continues with the usual, LED rich gaming laptop aesthetic, now in AMD's most powerful laptop performance combo.

Facebook Pressed by US Lawmakers on Disabling NYU Researcher Accounts

Facebook said on Tuesday it had cut off the personal accounts and access of a group of New York University researchers, citing concerns about other users' privacy.

Best Power Banks in India Under Rs 1,500 in August 2021

Power banks can even be helpful indoors if the power source isn't exactly close to your favourite couch.

Vivo Laptop With 11th-Gen Intel CPUs In the Works: Report

The timing of the new rumour isn't entirely surprising as Vivo's sister brand Realme (both owned by BBK Electronics) is preparing to launch its first laptop, the Realme Book.

Battlegrounds Mobile India Players Who Faced Issues With Special Bundle Are Getting Free Rewards

Krafton's Battlegrounds Mobile India is set to cross 50 million downloads on Android, as the company announced rewards in anticipation of hitting the milestone.

Vivo Y53s With 64MP Main Camera, 5000mAh Battery Launched in India

Given the under Rs 20,000 price point, the Vivo Y53s will hope to rival affordable offerings from Xiaomi, Realme Samsung, and Oppo.

Sony SRS-XG500 Review: A Modern Take On The Classic Boombox From The Yesteryears

The Sony SRS-XG500 is bringing back the visions of boombox stereo systems from the 80s and the 90s. Oh, there is the small matter of the substantial price tag of Rs 32,990.

Microsoft Teams to Get 'Top Hits' Feature to Improve Search Functions

Microsoft has been updating the Teams platform constantly to compete against counterparts, like Zoom, Google Meet, and others amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Facebook's New Prayer Tool Allows Faithful Users To Pray Online: All You Need To Know

Facebook began testing the pareyer in the US in December as part of an ongoing effort to support faith communities, according to a statement attributed to a company spokesperson.

Motorola Edge 20, Edge 20 Fusion Teased to Launch in India: What to Expect

An old rumour claims that the Motorola Edge 20 Fusion and Edge 20 Lite might be the same models designed for different markets.

Microsoft Is Finally Merging The Two Separate OneNote Apps With Upcoming Updates

The company said that the upcoming OneNote app will get new features and will keep key features that are currently unique to the OneNote for Windows 10 application.

WhatsApp and Epic Games Slam Apple's iPhone Scanning Tool for Child Safety

Dubbed neuralMatch, Apple' planned tool has received mixed reactions from privacy advocates as it aims to not only scan photos on an iPhone but also users' encrypted messages for sexually explicit content as a child safety measure.

Google Duo Is Getting A Fresh UI With a New Call Button: All New Features and Tweaks

Google says that the new "New Call" floating action button will let users start a new call on the app, create a group, see groups and contact lists, and call a user's Home device.

Microsoft Testing A Night Mode On Xbox To Make Late Night Gaming Easier On The Eye

The testing is only live to Xbox Insiders in a very early stage and will take a while to reach all users.

Chinese Prosecutors Initiate Lawsuit Against Tencent Over WeChat's 'Youth Mode'

WeChat's "youth mode", when turned on, limits young users' access to some games and functions, such as payments or finding nearby friends.

Want To Preorder Starlink Broadband In India? Speeds Are Matching Wired Broadband

The Ookla data for Starlink broadband speeds comes at a time when the company has crossed 90,000 subscribers globally, with 20,000 added in the month of July.

Flipkart, IIM Sambalpur to Partner to Support Small Businesses, Artisans

Flipkart executives will actively participate in this programme by sharing operational know-how, market and consumer insights.

Windows 11 to Get New 'Focus Sessions' Feature With Spotify Integration

Apart from the Spotify integration, there's direct support for Microsoft To-Do, the company's cloud-based task management application.

iPhone 13 Series Round-Up: Everything We Know Ahead of Expected September Launch

Apple has tasked suppliers with building up to 90 million new iPhones 13 units for this fall, which is a 20 percent increase over the 75 million units Apple planned for the iPhone 12 series in 2020.

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 Tablet Confirmed to Launch Alongside Mi Mix 4 on August 10

Old leaks had suggested the development of three Xiaomi tablets - Mi Pad 5, Mi Pad 5 Pro, and Mi Pad 5 Lite.

Apple Wins Court Ruling Throwing Out $308.5 Million Patent Verdict

Jurors had found Cupertino, California-based Apple liable to PMC on March 19, after a one-week trial.

Using A Chromebook As Your Primary Laptop? These Are The Top Web Apps To Check Out

There is the perception that Chrome OS does not have all the important apps that you may need to use regularly. That couldn't be further from the truth.

Is Mozilla Firefox Slow On Your PC Or Phone? Here’s How To Rediscover The Performance

To avoid the 'slow and unsteady' scenario, you have to wipe out the browser cache so that it doesn’t hog up essential space and speeds up page rendering and overall performance.

HP Pavilion Aero 13, RedmiBook Laptops, LG Gram 2021 & More: Tech Launches This Week

Let us take a look at some of the most important launches that took place between August 1 to August 7.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3 All Specifications Leaked ahead Of Launch

Samsung will launch the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 on August 11.

Apple India Physical Store Launch Delayed Further Due to COVID-19 Pandemic

Apple CEO Tim Cook had recently said that there was a strong growth in emerging markets like India.

Apple Arcade Review: Great Value, Excellent UX and the Need for a Few More Big Names

Apple Arcade reminds you of a time when you could play games without pop-ups and annoyingly frequent in-game ads, and the variety of titles is a nod to its potential.

Google Podcasts Major UI Redesign Rolling Out Now: Here Are All Improvements/ Tweaks

Google has given its official app for Podcasts a major design refresh, with a lot of tweaks that address usability complaints that users have made to the Mountain View, California-based giant.

In Yet Another Incident, Apple Watch Helps Save 25-Yr-Old Running Coach's Life

The Apple Watch's fall detection feature recognised the user's fall and alerted the emergency services and emergency contacts.

YouTube Videos Streaming In Low Quality? How To Change Video Quality On Phone And PC

YouTube largely offers four categories of video quality. By default, it is set to Auto which as the name suggests, analysis your internet speeds in realtime and alters video quality.

Huawei Reports Biggest Ever Revenue Drop as Consumer Growth Engine Stutters

The biggest decline came from Huawei's consumer business group, which includes handsets, where revenue fell 47 percent to 135.7 billion yuan

Pre-Reservations For Galaxy Z Fold 3 & Galaxy Z Flip 3 Now Live: Here's How to Reserve

While there is no official information about the pricing of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3, it was recently rumoured that Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 price in India may be around Rs 1,35,000 and will go all the way up to Rs 1,49,990.

How to Download COVID 19 Vaccine Certificate Directly via WhatsApp

The MyGov Corona Helpdesk WhatsApp chatbot lets users find centres and authentic information, alerts on coronavirus, professional advice, facts checker, and important phone numbers.

Samsung Galaxy M32 5G May Launch in India Soon as Support Page Goes Live

The live Samsung website page carries the model number SM-M326B/DS that reveals the phone supports dual-SIM cards due to 'DS' at the end of the number.

How To Make Video Calls Via JioFiber on Your Smart TV, Using Your Phone As Webcam

Jio has recommended users to switch to 5GHz Wi-Fi band on their modems to get better video call clarity. Users can, however, experience the feature on a the 2.4GHz band as well, but that may introduce some lag.

Moto Edge S Pro, Moto Edge Lite Launched With 144Hz Display, Qualcomm Chipsets

The Motor Edge S Pro has been launched at a price of CNY 2,499 (roughly Rs 28,700) onwards, while the Moto Edge Lite is priced at CNY 2,599 onwards (roughly Rs 29,800).

Battlegrounds Mobile India Announces Rewards as PUBG-Avatar Nears 50M Downloads

Battlegrounds Mobile India states that it is preparing rewards "regardless of their OS," indicating it may launch on iOS soon. The company is yet to confirm this development.

Italy Plans to Help News Publishers Get Paid by Google and Facebook for Content

Under the proposed legislation, which is still to be finalised, Italy's communications watchdog would be given powers to set criteria determining how much large web-based firms should pay.

Micromax In 2b's First Sale in India Starts Today: Price, Offers and Specs

The Micromax In 2b's 4GB RAM + 64GB option carries a price tag of Rs 7,999 and the 6GB + 64GB option costs Rs 8,999.

After Google, Amazon Delays Return To Office Until January As COVID-19 Cases Spike

The latest guidance from the world's largest online retailer does not pertain to warehouse and delivery operations staff, which make up the majority of its workforce.

Realme Book Teased to Launch in India Alongside Realme GT Series on August 18

The Realme Book is tipped to carry a 14-inch Full-HD display and measure 307mm in length, 229mm in width and 16mm in thickness.

Mi, OnePlus, Syska & More: Best 10,000mAh Powerbanks To Buy In India In August

During long trips, people always carry power banks for the sole reason of their smartphones running out and them having backup in the form of a portable charger.

Nintendo Switch Sales Fall 22 Percent As Demand For Console Fades In 5th Year

Nintendo saw sales of Switch Lite units more than halve to 1.14 million during the April-June quarter but maintained its full-year forecast for Switch hardware at 25.5 million units.

After Victus And Pavilion Aero Laptops, HP To Launch New Envy 14 In India | Exclusive

The new HP ENVY 14 laptops will be priced around Rs 1,00,000 onwards and will compete against the Apple MacBook Pro 13 and the Dell XPS 13 series.

Apple to Scan All US iPhones For Images of Child Sexual Abuse

In order to receive the warnings about sexually explicit images on their children’s devices, parents will have to enroll their child’s phone.

HP Pavilion Aero 13 Launched in India With AMD CPUs: Price, Specifications & More

The HP Pavilion Aero 13 runs on Windows 10 out of the box. The laptop sports a 13.3-inch WUXGA IPS display that comes with 400 nits of peak brightness.

Zynga To Buy "Golf Rival" Maker StarLark For $525 Million

Zynga Inc agreed to buy China's StarLark, the creator of "Golf Rival", for $525 million in a cashandstock deal, as it looks to scoop up its fourth mobile game developer since last year.

Apple To Check ICloud Photo Uploads For Child Abuse Images

Apple Inc on Thursday said it will implement a system that checks photos on iPhones in the United States for matches with known images of child sexual abuse before they are uploaded to its iCloud storage services.

Xiaomi Phones Were Sold More Than Samsung and Apple's Globally in June 2021: Data

Xiaomi has topped global smartphone sales charts for the very first time, replacing Huawei as China's most popular mobile phone OEM.

Apple May Scan iPhone Photos for Child Porn: How This Can Affect Privacy, Security

Apple's crackdown on child sexual abuse material may see it introduce a technology that can be very precarious in nature, in terms of privacy and security.

Best Smartphone Discounts at Amazon Great Freedom Sale, ft. iPhone XR, Galaxy S20 FE

The best smartphone discounts include great deals on devices such as the Apple iPhone XR, the Samsung Galaxy M42 5G, the Mi 10T Pro 5G and more.

WhatsApp May Add End-to-End Encryption for Local Backups: Report

WhatsApp is currently working on local backup encryption on WhatsApp beta for Android. At the moment, the platform offers E2EE on messages and phone calls.

Anker Launches Soundcore R100 Earbuds With IPX5 Rating, Priced at Rs 1,999

Anker Soundcore is offering the new Soundcore R100 TWS earbuds at an introductory price of Rs 1,799 on Flipkart today, August 5.

Philips Launches Two New TWS Earphones in India, Price Starts at Rs 7,999

Philips SBH2515BK/10 and TAT3225BK earbuds carry an MRP of Rs 9,999 and Rs 7,990, respectively, and are available on Flipkart with a temporary price cut between August 5 to August 9.

Sony PlayStation VR 2 May Come With Upgraded OLED Display, Capacitive Controls

The controllers of the PSVR 2 headset will come with capacitive sensors for the thumb, middle, and index fingers. The controller will also feature adaptive triggers.

WhatsApp May Add End-to-End Encryption on Files Stored Locally: Report

WhatsApp is currently working on local backup encryption on WhatsApp beta for Android. At the moment, the platform offers E2EE on messages and phone calls.

The Artists On Apple Music: India’s Importance Goes Much Beyond Curated City Playlists

Apple Music's India connect includes the The Up Next Local Artist Program, music in 8 Indian languages and counting as well as City Charts playlists for some Indian cities.

Dish TV Brings 'Scan QR and Pay' Option for Quick Bill Payment: How to Use

Dish TV earlier rolled out a similar feature, 'Scan to Help' on its mobile app to help customers analyse technical errors with their Dish TV set-top-box (STB).

Facebook Changes Settings Menu To Make It Match 'People's Mental Model': All Changes

Facebook cited its internal research to show that using more specific and descriptive names makes settings easier to find.

HP Pavilion Aero 13 With AMD 7 5800U CPU, Slim Bezels Launched in India

The HP Pavilion Aero 13 is currently available to pre-book on the HP India website. Its price in India starts at Rs 79,999 (AMD Ryzen 5 5600U + Ceramic White).

Facebook Disables Accounts of Researchers Studying Political Ads on Platform

NYU researcher Laura Edelson said Facebook's actions had stopped their access to tools they had used to uncover systemic flaws in the Facebook Ad Library and identify misinformation in political ads.

Apple May Have Thought Of A Very Innovative Way To Remove The iPhone Notch

Apple has previously been rumoured to be thinking of new ways to deal with the notch on the iPhone. The company was earlier rumoured to be looking into under-display front camera tech, and the iPhone SE 2022 has been rumoured to come with a hole-punch display.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 to Launch on August 10, Company Announces

It will be interesting to see how Xiaomi will upgrade its next Mi Mix 4 lineup, as the company has significantly shifted focus towards its Mi flagship lineup in the last few years.

Zoom Raked In Revenue While It Lied About Encryption And Sent Your Data To Facebook

For a long time, Zoom claimed, including on the app interface, that the Zoom calls were using an end-to-end encrypted connection. That was not true.

Realme GT 5G, GT Master Edition Confirmed to Launch in India on August 18

Realme India CEO Madhav Sheth has confirmed that the global and India-specific variants of Realme GT 5G will be the same, including the phone's colour options.

Explained: Oppo's Next-Gen Under Display Camera Tech Aims To Achieve Seamless Screen

Oppo has not said as to when the technology will be seen on commercially available smartphones, but has said that it will continue research and development on the technology to further improve under-display front cameras.

Using Google Maps? Here Is How To Update Your Home Address

Google Maps has the option of saving your Home and Work addresses for quicker navigation and traffic updates, for Android phones as well as the Apple iPhone.

Microsoft Windows 365 Trials Halted A Day After Launch To Due Overwhelming Response

Microsoft's Windows 365 service offers cloud computing based on Windows 10 or Windows 11 (when it becomes available) via a web browser.

Booking Revenue Triples On Travel Demand Boost From U.S., Europe

Online travel agency Booking Holdings Inc said on Wednesday its quarterly revenue more than tripled and trounced estimates, driven by strong demand in Europe and the United States as more people planned their longdelayed getaways.

Uber Posts $509 Million Adjusted Loss On Driver Incentives Even As Trips Rise

Uber Technologies Inc on Wednesday reported widening losses as it spent more to entice drivers to return to its platform, sending shares of the ridehail and food delivery company down in afterhours trade.

Uber Losses Widen As Driver Incentives Rise Along With Trips

Uber Technologies Inc on Wednesday reported widening losses even as trips and deliveries grew as driver incentives hit revenue at the ridehail and food delivery company.

Google Maps for iOS Gets Dark Mode, Widget and Live Location With New Update

There's a Live Location feature that will come on iMessage. To use the feature, look for Google Maps symbol on the shortcut menu and share the location.

Xbox Game Pass: All New Games, DLCs and Perks Coming in August 2021

Other games that are coming to Xbox Cloud, console, and PC include Dodgeball Academia, Lumines Remastered, and Katamari Damacy Reroll on August 5.

Free Fire OB29 Update Brings Lone Wolf Game Mode, New Weapons, Characters and More

Free Fire OB29 update is in progress right now, with server maintenance time set to wrap up at 5:45PM IST today, August 4 and offer gamers the new features.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Specs Leak Tips ANC, 28 Hours Battery Life and More

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 is slated to launch later this month, and bring features such as wireless Qi charging and more to the table.

Realme Narzo 30 Gets 6GB RAM and 64GB Storage Option, Priced at Rs 13,499

The Narzo 30 comes with a 5,000mAh battery with 30W Dart Charge fast charging technology.

Spiritual Opium: Tencent to Limit Video Game Exposure for Minors, Fears Govt Curbs

An article in a Chinese state backed media called video gaming to be 'spiritual opium' for minors, sparking fears of government crackdown in an industry where Chinese entities have done very well.

OTT Plans Compared Pt 2: Eros Now v Apple TV Plus v AltBalaji v Zee5

This week, we are looking at platforms such as Eros Now, ALTBalaji, Zee5, Lionsgate Play, and Apple TV Plus and their subscription cost in India.

Sony WH-1000XM4, WF-1000XM3 Headphones, XB33 Speaker, More on Sale: All Prices Here

The Sony Independence Day Sale brings offers on a number of Sony personal and home audio products, including speakers, soundbars and headphones.

Microsoft’s Bets With Windows 11 Can Complicate Things For Google And Apple

Microsoft has surprisingly flown below the turbulence, even though they’ve also charged a 30% cut from sales on the Windows Store for Windows 10 PCs, all this while.

LG Gram 17 Packs 17-in 2K Screen, 11th Gen Core i7 in 1.3kg Body: Price, Specs

The new LG Gram 17 is a premium ultrabook that features a massive display, while the new range also includes the LG Gram 16 and the Gram 14, which weighs less than 1kg.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Z Flip 3's India Prices Leaked Ahead of Official Launch

At the moment, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G is available in India at Rs 1,34,999 for the sole 256GB storage model. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G debuted with a price tag of roughly Rs 1,08,200).

EA Pins Hopes on New Mobile Games as Lockdown Boost Fades

The booming mobile gaming sector, the largest sub-segment of the broader industry in terms of revenue generation, has made EA and rivals such as Activision Blizzard Inc make significant purchases.

WhatsApp Adds Snapchat-Inspired 'View Once' for More Privacy: How it Works

It appears that the View Once is rolling out in a staggered manner, meaning only limited users are currently getting the update. Android users are getting the update.