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22 Aug 2019

Gmail

Google Go app now available for all Android devices

A year and a half after its initial launch in select markets, Google has released the lightweight 'Go' app for users around the globe.

22 Aug 2019

India

OPPO Reno 2 to be launched on August 28

Expanding its portfolio of smartphones, OPPO is all set to launch the Reno 2 smartphone in India on August 28.

22 Aug 2019

Texas

Ransomware everywhere: One coordinated attack hits 22 American towns

Even two years after the super-dangerous WannaCry ransomware attack, government computer systems haven't been equipped with the technology to thwart critical cyber-crimes.

Motorola RAZR foldable phone to launch in December for $1,500

Thanks to reports, patents, and teasers, we know Motorola is working to launch its iconic RAZR phone in a foldable avatar.

22 Aug 2019

India

HTC Wildfire X goes on sale in India: Details here

HTC Wildfire X, the recently launched mid-range smartphone, has gone on sale in India via Flipkart.

22 Aug 2019

YouTube

All you need to know about Xstream, Airtel's TV app

Airtel has revamped its TV app, introducing a new design, better segregation of content, and a darker theme. The telco has also rebranded the app to Airtel Xstream, the same name it uses for the web version of Airtel TV.

22 Aug 2019

Google

Everything to know about Google Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL

Google's upcoming flagships Pixel 4 and Pixel 4XL are two of the most anticipated smartphones of 2019.

22 Aug 2019

Amazon

Amazon's facial-recognition system can now detect fear

Just as concerns over data security continue to increase, a new report has revealed that Amazon's facial-recognition system, 'Rekognition' has become sophisticated enough to detect signs of fear on your face.

21 Aug 2019

South Korea

Now, you can see what information websites/apps share with Facebook

Facebook has finally released the tool that would let you see what kind of data it collects from third-party websites/apps you visit.

21 Aug 2019

HDFC Bank

Android One-based Mi A3 launched in India at Rs. 13,000

As an addition to its portfolio of mid-range smartphones, Xiaomi has launched the Mi A3 in India.

21 Aug 2019

Technology

WD Black is a 12TB (!) hard disk for gamers

Modern day gaming titles, with their DLCs (downloadable content), 4K textures, and open world storylines, can end up taking over hundreds of GBs of storage on our systems.

21 Aug 2019

Microsoft

Now, you can try Microsoft's Chromium-powered Edge browser: Here's how

Microsoft has released the revamped Chromium-powered version of its Edge browser in beta.

21 Aug 2019

India

Realme's 64MP camera phone, Realme XT, is launching in October

Realme's much-anticipated 64MP camera phone will be called Realme XT, the company's India head Madhav Sheth announced yesterday while concluding the Realme 5-series launch.

20 Aug 2019

Security

A popular porn site just exposed personal data of millions

Just as governments around the world continue to raise questions over the security of their citizens' personal data, cases of breaches and leaks continue to increase.

20 Aug 2019

Xiaomi

Amazon listing accidentally leaks pricing details of Xiaomi's Mi A3

Amazon India has accidentally leaked the pricing details of the upcoming Xiaomi Mi A3.

20 Aug 2019

India

Samsung Galaxy Note 10-series launched in India: Specifications, price, offers

Samsung's recently unveiled phablet-sized Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+ have gone official in India today.

20 Aug 2019

India

Realme 5 Pro, Realme 5 launched in India: Details here

Chinese tech giant Realme has launched the Realme 5 Pro and Realme 5 as the first-ever budget-segment smartphones to offer a quad-lens rear camera.

20 Aug 2019

Instagram

Now, get paid for finding apps which abuse Instagram data

Though Instagram hasn't had as many privacy-related debacles as Facebook (its parent company), the photo-sharing giant is leaving no room for error.

20 Aug 2019

Boston Dynamics

Meet Astro, 'robo-dog' that trains, behaves like a real dog

After Boston Dynamics' creepy SpotMini and Sony's sweet Aibo, we have another four-legged robo-dog on the block - Astro.

20 Aug 2019

India

These popular Xiaomi smartphones have become cheaper in India

In a bid to make its recently launched smartphones more affordable, Xiaomi has announced a price cut on Redmi Note 7 Pro, Redmi Note 7S, Redmi 7, and Redmi Y3.

20 Aug 2019

India

Realme 3 Pro gets Rs. 1,000 price-cut in India

Chinese tech giant Realme has reduced the prices of its mid-range Realme 3 Pro smartphone in India.

19 Aug 2019

Hulu

Tired of watching buffering videos? MIT's new tech can help

If there's anything more annoying than slow internet, it is watching a movie on that connection.

19 Aug 2019

India

IIT girls develop affordable, eco-friendly device to clean reusable sanitary-napkins

Two IIT students have invented an innovative low-cost, eco-friendly device that not only offers a solution to menstrual health and hygiene but also reduces biomedical waste.

19 Aug 2019

India

Top 5 smartphones coming soon to the Indian market

From the unveiling of foldable phones to their delays, from dedicated flagship gaming phones to budget-range performers, the year so far has been nothing less than eventful.

19 Aug 2019

iOS

Now, you can use simple gestures to switch Google accounts

In a bid to make its services more convenient to use, Google is adding a handy new capability into its Android/iOS apps - the ability to switch accounts with gestures.

19 Aug 2019

iPhone

This iPhone lightning cable can hack your PC: Here's how

Often, hackers use malicious USB drives to break into a computer and steal files from it.

19 Aug 2019

India

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 India launch tomorrow: Specifications, price, offers

Samsung's recently announced Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+ are set to go official in India tomorrow i.e. August 20.

19 Aug 2019

iPhone

Company sells virtual iPhone, now being sued by Apple

Apple has initiated legal proceeding against a company that it says has been illegally creating and selling virtual iPhones.

19 Aug 2019

Google

Google Assistant nails IQ test, beats both Alexa and Siri

AI-based voice assistants power modern-day gadgets and make them truly smart in ways more than you can imagine.

19 Aug 2019

Apple

Apple Watch Series 5 to come in ceramic, titanium versions

Apple is expected to launch of a slew of new products on September 10 including the latest batch of iPhones and a new, upgraded Apple Watch.

19 Aug 2019

Snapchat

#TechBytes: How to use Snapchat filters and lenses

With a humongous set of features, Snapchat dominates as one of the most entertaining photo-sharing apps on the internet.

18 Aug 2019

Facebook

#Rebranding: WhatsApp gets 'WhatsApp from Facebook' tag

We recently heard of reports that Facebook is renaming WhatsApp and Instagram by attaching its own name to these popular services. Just last week, the company started adding 'Instagram from Facebook' tag on Instagram.

18 Aug 2019

X

Soon, Twitter will automatically hide abusive direct messages

Twitter has long been plagued by people who spread offensive messages to harass or bully others.

18 Aug 2019

Security

Amazon mistakenly sends customer order details to wrong people

While facing questions over the handling of Alexa recordings, Amazon has again compromised the personal data of some of its customers.

18 Aug 2019

India

Motorola One Vision v/s One Action: What are the differences?

Motorola is working to launch its all-new One Action smartphone in India on August 23. The Android One-based phone, which comes as a slightly cheaper version of One Vision, has already gone official in some international markets.

18 Aug 2019

India

Best smartwatches you can buy in India under Rs. 15,000

In the past couple of years, smartwatches have evolved for better. They now sport newer designs, high-performance hardware, and refined software.

18 Aug 2019

Google

New features coming to your Chromebook with Chrome OS 76

Chrome OS might not be as popular as Windows or Mac OS, but it still serves a large number of users, particularly those looking for simple, productivity-focused features.

17 Aug 2019

Brazil

Android One-based Motorola One Action, with triple cameras, goes official

As an addition to its mid-range One series, Motorola has launched One Action smartphone in select international markets including Brazil, Mexico, and various European countries.

17 Aug 2019

Huawei

Huawei Mate X launch delayed again, now arriving in November

The launch of Mate X, Huawei's foldable phone, which was delayed from June to September, may not happen anytime soon.

17 Aug 2019

Flipkart

Motorola One Vision is now available via offline markets

The recently launched Motorola One Vision, which was till now being sold exclusively via Flipkart, is now available on major offline sales channels.