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07 Oct 2019
FacebookSoon, you'll be able to share group stories on Instagram
After debuting Threads messaging app and AR-powered shopping features, Instagram is testing group stories.
07 Oct 2019
CanadaGoogle Pixel 4, 4 XL's prices leaked ahead of launch
From hands-on videos to official teasers and specs leaks, Google's Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL have to be the most leaked handsets of the year.
07 Oct 2019
TechnologyBritish, American hypoxia researchers win Nobel Prize in Medicine
This year's Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to hypoxia researchers from the US and the UK - William G. Kaelin Jr, Gregg L. Semenza, and Peter J. Ratcliffe.
07 Oct 2019
XiaomiTop 5 smartphones to buy this festive season
The festive season is almost here, and if you have been planning to treat yourself or someone else, a new smartphone could be the most apt gift.
07 Oct 2019
YouTubeSoon, your Tesla could honk with fart, goat sounds
After integrating support for Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube, Tesla cars will get the ability to 'fart'.
07 Oct 2019
AppleApple accused of copying 'Sign in with Apple' feature
Apple has been accused of copying 'Sign in with Apple' - an iOS 13 feature that lets users sign into apps without giving away their actual email IDs.
07 Oct 2019
AMOLED#LeakPeek: Would OnePlus 8 look like this?
The OnePlus 7T just went on sale last week and the 7T Pro hasn't even seen the light of the day yet, and here we are, talking about the OnePlus 8.
06 Oct 2019
IndiaTaking on Spotify, YouTube Music to offer new personalized playlists
Google is gradually working to make YouTube Music the go-to music service for Android users. The tech giant is upgrading the YouTube Music app by introducing new personalized playlists as it aims to take on popular rivals like Spotify and Pandora.
06 Oct 2019
IndiaCamera-centric Realme XT to go on sale tomorrow: Details here
The recently launched Realme XT is all set to go on another flash sale in India tomorrow.
06 Oct 2019
XiaomiAhead of launch, Redmi 8's design and camera details teased
Xiaomi is set to launch Redmi 8 in India on October 9 as it looks to expand its portfolio of budget smartphones in the country.
06 Oct 2019
iOSAirPods 2 to feature an improved design, suggests iOS 13.2
Apple's AirPods might be the most popular truly wireless earbuds, but they don't seem to fit everyone. However, the next iteration of AirPods (most likely to be called AirPods 2) may get some design tweaks to offer improved wearability.
06 Oct 2019
Microsoft#NewsBytesWeeklyRecap: Surface Duo, Windows 10X, Fold, Android bug and more
The first week of October was full of surprises, both good and bad.
06 Oct 2019
SamsungSamsung releases exclusive Fortnite Glow outfit for several Galaxy devices
Samsung has partnered with Epic Games to release an exclusive Fortnite Glow outfit and Levitate emote for several Galaxy smartphones and tablets.
06 Oct 2019
FacebookUse Instagram's Restrict feature to fend off bullies: Here's how
When a bully posts something demeaning on a person's profile, they can significantly affect that individual's mental/physical well being.
05 Oct 2019
WhatsAppAlert: Don't send GIFs via WhatsApp, till you update it
A new vulnerability has been discovered in WhatsApp which allows hackers to gain access to your files and messages by leveraging malicious GIFs.
05 Oct 2019
IndiaTop 5 smartphones launching in the rest of 2019
From mighty megapixel phones to novel foldable devices, wraparound display devices, and spec loaded flagships, we have already seen some of the best and innovative smartphones of 2019 till now.
05 Oct 2019
InstagramNow, you can try lipsticks, sunglasses on Instagram: Here's how
We all know Instagram has been introducing features to let users buy products appearing in photos/videos uploaded on the platform.
05 Oct 2019
AppleApple offers free repairs for iPhone 6s with power issues
Apple has announced that select iPhone 6s, 6s Plus models are facing a problem that is keeping them from switching on.
05 Oct 2019
IndiaSamsung Galaxy A20s launched in India at Rs. 12,000
As an addition to its A series smartphones, Samsung has launched the pocket-friendly Galaxy A20s in India.
05 Oct 2019
LGThese LG wireless earbuds come with a self-cleaning feature
While several new wireless earbuds are attracting buyers with high-quality audio capabilities, better design, and long-lasting battery life, LG's latest offering is aimed at germaphobes.
05 Oct 2019
MoonChandrayaan-2 takes close look at Moon, transmits high-resolution images
Despite the silence of Vikram Lander of Chandrayaan-2, the Orbiter element of the mission is doing its job to perfection.
05 Oct 2019
XiaomiCritical Android vulnerability affects Samsung, Huawei, Xiaomi smartphones
In a major incident, Google's security researchers have flagged critical unpatched zero-day vulnerability, in the company's own Android operating system.
05 Oct 2019
OnePlusOnePlus 7T to get new camera features: Details here
If the high-quality 90Hz AMOLED screen and the snappy fast performance is not enough to make you buy the OnePlus 7T, the upcoming camera features might nudge you in the right way.
05 Oct 2019
iOSApple AirPods v/s Microsoft Surface Earbuds: Which one is better?
Following in the footsteps of Apple, Samsung and other OEMs, Microsoft has launched is first-ever truly wireless earphones, the Surface Earbuds.
04 Oct 2019
TechCrunchThis flying taxi is quieter than a dishwasher
Kitty Hawk, the 'flying taxi' start-up backed by Google's co-founder Larry Page and Boeing, has unveiled a new aircraft called Heaviside.
04 Oct 2019
iPhoneApple likely to release cheaper iPhone next year: Details here
After launching fancy new iPhones and cutting the prices of older ones, Apple might be gearing up to add a cheaper new member into its smartphone range.
04 Oct 2019
Microsoft#NewsBytesExplainer: What is Windows 10X, how it is different?
Just recently, Microsoft treated us with fancy devices and a new avatar of Windows - Windows 10X.
04 Oct 2019
InstagramInstagram launches 'Threads' messaging app for chatting with close friends
Instagram is not giving up on chatting, just yet. Its newest app 'Threads' is a proof of that.
04 Oct 2019
EuropeRealme's flagship smartphone, with "fastest charging speed in Europe", teased
Rivaling Redmi K20 Pro and OnePlus 7T, Realme is gearing up to launch its flagship smartphone, the Realme X2 Pro, sometime soon.
04 Oct 2019
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)Chandrayaan-2 Orbiter studying lunar surface as Vikram remains silent
As the Vikram Lander of Chandryaan-2 remains mum in lunar darkness, the Indian Space Research Organization is using the Orbiter element of the mission to study the surface of the moon.
04 Oct 2019
MicrosoftAll you need to know about Microsoft's foldable device
Microsoft has showcased a pre-production prototype of Surface Neo that will run on Windows 10X, the company's new version of Windows 10 designed for dual-screen and foldable devices.
04 Oct 2019
Health & Wellness#TechBytes: 5 features you should try on your Apple Watch
Apple has finally released watchOS 6, the latest software for Apple Watch Series 3, Series 4, and Series 5.
03 Oct 2019
SecurityGoogle contractors were asked to LIE to collect facial scans
A few months ago, Google was reported to be paying $5 cards for collecting facial scans of people.
03 Oct 2019
IndiaOnePlus 7T Pro to launch in India in mid-October
OnePlus was expected to launch the sequels to its OnePlus 7 series smartphones last month. However, the event only saw the introduction of the refreshed OnePlus 7T and the all-new OnePlus TV, leading to speculations that the Pro model will arrive at a later date.
03 Oct 2019
IndiaSoon, ISRO will take first step to build space station
India plans to have its own space station by 2030.
03 Oct 2019
iOSNow, there is an app to detect kids' eye diseases
Young kids often find it hard to express health problems, like when they are having breathing or vision troubles.
03 Oct 2019
XiaomiRedmi 8 to launch on October 9 in India
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi is all set to launch the Redmi 8 smartphone in India.
03 Oct 2019
MicrosoftFrom Surface Duo phone to Earbuds: Everything Microsoft announced yesterday
Last night, Microsoft held its annual Surface event and unveiled a bunch of new products to mark its dominance in the hardware category.
03 Oct 2019
HuaweiService to install Google apps on Mate 30 taken down
Just recently, Huawei launched its latest flagships, Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro, without any Google services, not even Play Store.
03 Oct 2019
IntelHP launches convertible laptop with 4K AMOLED display
Hewlett Packard (HP) has announced a new version of its Spectre x360, offering a bunch of improvements over the previous model.