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#NewsBytesWeeklyRecap: Google's COVID-19 website, new MacBook, iPad, Xbox, and more
Despite the outbreak of COVID-19 in different parts of the world, the tech industry kept going strong - throughout the last week.
Google's Fast Share file transfer feature spotted in Android 11
Google recently released the second developer preview of Android 11, its next version of the mobile operating system.
4 apps to help your kids learn during coronavirus crisis
The surge in coronavirus cases in India has prompted everyone to stay home, in quarantine.
5 best Samsung smartphones to buy in 2020
From modern-looking and powerful budget phones to top-of-the-line uncompromising flagship handsets to futuristic folding devices, Samsung is perhaps the only company that boasts of such an impressive smartphone lineup. But sometimes, that can be a concern for consumers.
Amazon Prime Video finally gets support for multiple user profiles
Amazon has finally introduced a profile management feature that lets you create multiple user profiles within one account, a feature Netflix offered for years.
Samsung announces attractive offers on S20, S20+
Samsung has announced a couple of attractive offers for its Galaxy S20 and S20+ smartphone, as it looks to counter the sliding demand of the newly-launched flagships.
#Coronavirus: Audible is offering free audiobooks to everyone including children
From governments, corporate houses, medical teams and individuals all over the world, everyone is trying their best to fight the coronavirus pandemic that has pushed life to a standstill.
Lenovo's gaming laptop available with a whopping Rs. 92,500 off
If you are thinking to buy a new high-performance laptop to satisfy your gaming needs, then here is an exciting offer for you.
Google's coronavirus website is finally live: Details here
When US President Trump boasted about Google's coronavirus screening website, the company was quick to clarify that it was actually Verily, its sister company, working on the platform.
Bored of self-quarantine? Try these tech-backed ways for help
The spread of COVID-19 in India has forced the government to close down public spaces.
#DealOfTheDay: This 5G flagship phone is available with exciting offers
Planning to buy a new premium smartphone with high-end specifications and promising cameras? Well, here is an exciting deal for you.
NASA halts work on Moon mission, due to coronavirus outbreak
After hitting the big tech companies, the novel coronavirus disease has deterred NASA from moving ahead with its mission to the Moon.
Amid coronavirus outbreak, F1 drivers will compete in 'virtual races'
The spread of coronavirus has triggered a wave of cancellations and postponements, including that of several race events around the world.
#LeakPeek: Realme Narzo 10 to be priced under Rs. 15,000
Realme is all set to launch the Narzo 10 and Narzo 10A smartphones in India on March 26.
Now, get coronavirus information from WHO on WhatsApp: Here's how
The spread of coronavirus has triggered a wave of misinformation on the internet.
Ahead of March 26 launch, Vivo V19's pre-bookings commence
Vivo is all set to launch its mid-range handset, the Vivo V19, in India on March 26.
Nokia 5.3, the mid-range phone with quad camera, goes official
Expanding its portfolio of smartphones, HMD Global has launched the Android One-based Nokia 5.3.
Huawei silently built app to sideload leading Android apps
Ever since US banned trade with Huawei, the Chinese company has been struggling to draw takers for its new smartphones.
Facebook just banned ads on sanitizers, wipes, and face masks
In a bid to combat price-gouging practices stemming from the outbreak of coronavirus disease COVID-19, Facebook has expanded the scope of its ad policy.
Meet Nokia 8.3, the first 5G phone by HMD Global
HMD Global, Nokia's brand licensee, has launched its first-ever 5G smartphone, the Nokia 8.3.
Now, Instagram is testing Snapchat-like 'self-disappearing' messages
After Stories, Instagram is copying another highly-celebrated feature from Snapchat- ephemeral or self-disappearing text messages.
Samsung introduces a special Olympic edition for Galaxy S20+ 5G
Samsung has introduced a special Olympic Games edition for its recently-launched flagship smartphone, the S20+ 5G.
Apple iPhone 12 Pro models to sport 3D ToF cameras
Apple's iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max are likely to offer better portrait photography and enhanced AR capabilities, thanks to a dedicated 3D Time-of-Flight (ToF) camera, according to a code found in iOS 14.
Samsung Galaxy A41, with 48MP triple camera, goes official
As a successor to the last year's Galaxy A40 smartphone, Samsung has silently launched the Galaxy A41 in Japan.
OPPO Find X2 Pro get YouTube Signature Devices accreditation
OPPO's newly-launched Find X2 Pro flagship has become the company's first smartphone to be awarded the YouTube Signature Device accreditation.
Sony PS5 hardware specs revealed: Better than Xbox Series X?
Just a day after Microsoft announced the technical specifications of its Xbox Series X, Sony has now revealed the specifications and hardware details of the PlayStation 5, its next-generation gaming console.
Tricks to remain 'active' on Slack while working from home
After the COVID-19 outbreak, companies around the world began allowing employees to work from home. While many firms have opened offices, some continue to work remotely.
Now, Twitter is banning misleading posts about coronavirus
After Facebook and WhatsApp, Twitter has come into action to combat the spread of misinformation related to the novel coronavirus disease, COVID-19.
Google releases second Android 11 developer preview, adds new features
Despite the global impact of coronavirus, big tech companies are doing as best as possible to keep their product plans moving.
WhatsApp launches new initiatives to combat coronavirus rumors
A day after Facebook and other big tech companies teamed up to combat misinformation around coronavirus disease COVID-19, WhatsApp, the messaging platform owned by the social network, has come to action.
Xiaomi Mi 10 smartphone teased in India, launch soon
Xiaomi is all set to launch the Mi 10 series of smartphones globally on March 27. It is also expected that the company would announce the standard Mi 10 in India on the same day itself.
Samsung Galaxy M21 launched in India at Rs. 13,000
Expanding its portfolio of mid-budget smartphones, South Korean tech giant Samsung has finally launched the Galaxy M21 in India.
#LeakPeek: Motorola Edge+ to come with a 108MP triple-lens camera
Motorola's upcoming flagship smartphone, the Edge+, has been leaked in high-quality renders, which were shared by reliable tipster Evan Blass. The new images reiterate the design of the handset, showing off the punch-hole Waterfall display from various angles.
Apple launches new iPad Pro with LiDAR scanner, trackpad-enabled keyboard
Apple has announced its latest iPad Pro models today, its most advanced tablet-cum-laptop till date.
Apple launches faster (and affordable) new MacBook Air
Apple has launched an upgraded new MacBook Air.
Flipkart Big Shopping Days: POCO X2 to go on open-sale
The recently-launched POCO X2 will be up for grabs in India via a limited-period open sale starting tonight. As part of Flipkart's Big Shopping Days sale, the smartphone will remain available for purchase until March 22.
Now, Google can translate and transcribe lectures in real-time
In a bid to make long-form foreign speech easier to understand, Google is rolling out a new transcription feature in its Translate app for Android.
Google error marked Pixel 4 'free' online
Often, we see website errors in the form of incorrect product listings or products being revealed before their official launch.
Redmi K30 Pro: The most-affordable Snapdragon 865-toting handset?
Xiaomi is all set to launch the Redmi K30 Pro in China on March 24.
Why Facebook is marking legitimate posts as spam
With the outbreak of coronavirus, people have resorted to social distancing and spending most of their time on social media, games, and OTT apps.