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31 Oct 2019

India

Now, Microsoft's AI will test your driving skills: Here's how

The task of getting a driver's license in India has long been a tedious (often subjective) process that revolves around the opinion of a single person- your evaluator.

31 Oct 2019

Google

Mi TV 4A Pro (49-inch) gets Android TV 9 update

Xiaomi is rolling out the latest Android TV 9 update for its Mi TV 4A Pro (49-inch) television.

31 Oct 2019

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite appears on Geekbench, key specs leaked

Over the last few weeks, some reports claimed that Samsung is working to launch Galaxy Note 10 Lite and Galaxy S10 Lite, the low-cost flagship phones. And now, we have some more details about the latter.

31 Oct 2019

Google

Google's new phone is just a piece of paper

As part of its "digital well-being experiments," Google has launched a new Paper Phone to help users get a "digital detox".

31 Oct 2019

Spotify

Now, there's a 'kids' version of Spotify with curated playlists

In a bid to create a more personalized music experience, streaming giant Spotify has launched a new 'kids' version of its mobile application.

31 Oct 2019

X

Twitter is banning political ads globally, says CEO Jack Dorsey

In a major move, Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey has announced that the microblogging site will stop showing political ads around the world.

31 Oct 2019

Apple

Now, Apple's update is breaking HomePods: Details here

Just a few days after the infamous Google Home issue, Apple has rendered its HomePod smart speakers unresponsive.

31 Oct 2019

Security

13 lakh Indian debit, credit cards selling on dark web

If you think your card is safe from attackers, think again!

31 Oct 2019

India

Infinix to launch a cheaper S5 variant in mid-November: Report

Infinix is set to launch a more affordable variant of its camera-centric S5 smartphone in India by mid-November.

30 Oct 2019

Xiaomi

Mi Smart Bedside Lamp 2 launched in India via crowdfunding

Expanding its product portfolio, Xiaomi has launched the Mi Smart Bedside Lamp 2 in India via its crowdfunding platform.

30 Oct 2019

Samsung

Samsung is building another foldable, but like a 'flip phone'

Even after the whole Galaxy Fold debacle, Samsung is not giving up on the idea of 'foldables'.

30 Oct 2019

Xiaomi

Xiaomi to launch a new smartphone with 108MP main camera

Xiaomi is set to launch a new camera-centric phone, the Mi CC9 Pro, in China on November 5.

30 Oct 2019

India

LG W30 Pro goes on sale in India: Details here

The mid-range LG W30 Pro, which was launched alongside the budget-friendly W30 and W10 models in June, is now available for purchase in India.

30 Oct 2019

Elon Musk

MIT's tech can help self-driving cars 'see' around the corners

Self-driving cars are all rage these days, thanks to Elon Musk's Tesla and other EV manufacturers.

30 Oct 2019

India

Zoook Jazz Duo Bluetooth headphone-cum-speaker review: Bang for the bucks

France-based Zoook recently launched its Jazz Duo headphone in India. The Bluetooth-enabled headset offers an on-ear design and comes with features such as built-in speakers, FM Radio, microSD card reader, and support for wired streaming as well.

30 Oct 2019

Google

Now, you can instruct Google Assistant to give shorter responses

At the recent Pixel 4 event, Google unveiled a completely new avatar of Google Assistant with fancy capabilities.

29 Oct 2019

India

WhatsApp for iPhone gets group privacy controls and more features

WhatsApp has updated its iOS app to bring new features like group privacy controls, new alignment guidelines for media editing, and hidden display notification badges for muted chats.

29 Oct 2019

India

Apple AirPods Pro, with active noise-cancellation, launched at Rs. 24,900

As an upgraded version of its existing wireless earphones, Apple has quietly launched the all-new AirPods Pro.

29 Oct 2019

Google

Find out how much Google knows about you

Google knows a lot about you!

28 Oct 2019

Huawei

Huawei Mate 30 Pro v/s P30 Pro: Camera comparison

Huawei's Mate 30 Pro and P30 Pro are two of the most powerful camera smartphones money can buy today. The flagship handsets pack hi-tech quad-camera systems on the back, offering DSLR-like quality and great versatility when it comes to shooting in different scenarios.

28 Oct 2019

Reddit

This trick enables RCS messaging on any Android phone

Despite pushing RCS messaging for months, Google has made little to no progress towards making the messaging standard a reality.

28 Oct 2019

Apple

Apple warns iPhone 5 users to update asap: Here's why

If you're still holding on to that years' old iPhone 5, better check the software version the phone is running.

28 Oct 2019

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Fold gets new camera features via update

Samsung has started rolling out a new software update for the Galaxy Fold, bringing its camera performance on par with the Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy S10.

27 Oct 2019

Huawei

#NewsBytesWeeklyRecap: Alexa spying, Facebook redesigned, inflammable batteries, and more

The fourth week of October brought some very interesting stuff for tech enthusiasts.

26 Oct 2019

India

OPPO Reno S launch date tipped, specs and price leaked

OPPO is set to expand its "Reno" series of smartphones with a new flagship model called the Reno S.

26 Oct 2019

Apple

Apple's AirPods Pro charging case could look like this

The next-generation of Apple's wireless earphones, likely to be called AirPods Pro, have once again been leaked.

26 Oct 2019

Samsung

Samsung's mid-range smartphones could soon come with 12GB RAM

As more and more users gravitate towards cheaper options, Samsung has started introducing cutting-edge technology on its mid-range smartphones to grab the lion's share.

Motorola launches two new pocket-friendly smartphones: Details here

As an addition to its portfolio of smartphones, Lenovo-owned Motorola has launched G8 Play and E6 Play smartphones in Brazil.

26 Oct 2019

Apple

How much Apple spends in making iPhone 11 Pro Max

A month ago, Apple shook the smartphone arena by unveiling the fancy iPhone 11 family.

25 Oct 2019

Security

Over 50 Android, iOS apps caught stealing data, now removed

In another case highlighting the problem of poor smartphone security, Apple and Google have taken down more than 50 malicious apps that stole data from devices and served disruptive ads.

25 Oct 2019

iOS

Apple TV app launches on Fire TV: How to download

In a major move, Apple has expanded the support for Apple TV app to Amazon's Fire TV platform.

25 Oct 2019

Vivo Mobiles

Vivo launches gaming-centric iQoo Neo 855 smartphone

Chinese tech giant Vivo has launched the performance-oriented iQoo Neo 855 smartphone in its home country.

25 Oct 2019

India

OnePlus TV will be available offline via Reliance Digital stores

OnePlus's flagship television, which has been available exclusively via online channels, will now be up for purchase through the offline market as well.

25 Oct 2019

Russia News

Google designed an AI engine that can recognize scents

For years, scientists have struggled to recognize the connection between molecules and odors.

25 Oct 2019

San Antonio

How hackers can use smart lights to steal your information

In the age of smart homes, buying a smart light bulb is pretty normal.

24 Oct 2019

YouTube

Want to control smartphone addiction? Try Google's six new apps

Thanks to social media and instant messaging, people waste a lot of their time glued to their screens.

24 Oct 2019

Google

Want to boost Wi-Fi range? This software is the answer

As we continue to drift into the era of smart homes, a strong Wi-Fi solution has become the need of the hour.

24 Oct 2019

Facebook

Instagram makes "stalking" difficult with major changes: Details here

Instagram is evolving in more ways than one could imagine.

24 Oct 2019

Huawei

Huawei Mate X launched in China, price starts at $2,400

After a lot of delay, Chinese tech giant Huawei has finally launched the Mate X in its home country.

24 Oct 2019

Google

Google to fix Pixel 4's 90Hz refresh-rate issue via update

Google's Pixel 4, which has recently grabbed headlines for its insecure face unlock, and lack of complete RCS messaging, is back in the news for its not-so-smooth 90Hz display refresh rate.