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23 Apr 2020

OPPO

OPPO A72, with 48MP quad camera and 5,000mAh battery, launched

As an addition to its portfolio of mid-budget smartphones, Chinese tech giant OPPO has launched the A72 in its home country.

23 Apr 2020

iPhone

Critical vulnerability detected in Apple's Mail app: Details here

A critical security flaw has been flagged in the Mail app of Apple's iOS.

23 Apr 2020

Oxford

Oxford University's COVID-19 vaccine goes into human trials this week

In a major development, researchers at the Oxford University claimed to have developed a vaccine for COVID-19, aka the novel coronavirus disease.

22 Apr 2020

Elon Musk

Watch: AI-created Elon Musk Zoom-bombs virtual meeting

You may already know about deepfakes, the AI-generated clips that show one person's face or voice in another person's video.

22 Apr 2020

Twitter

Google launches feature to adjust 'Hey Google' detection sensitivity

Finally, Google is offering the long-awaited ability to adjust 'Hey Google' wake word detection sensitivity on Assistant-powered smart speakers and displays.

22 Apr 2020

Twitter

Health Ministry launches Twitter service to answer questions around COVID-19

In a major development, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched a Twitter service to address public concerns and queries around the novel coronavirus disease.

22 Apr 2020

Android

Nubia Play, with Snapdragon 765G chipset, 144Hz AMOLED screen, launched

Expanding its portfolio of gaming smartphones, ZTE-owned Nubia has launched the Nubia Play 5G in China.

22 Apr 2020

Twitter

No! 'Namaste' is not Indian government's answer to Zoom

A few hours ago, multiple reports suggested that the Indian government has launched a video-conferencing service called 'Namaste' to help people replace Zoom, a virtual meeting app it recently declared 'unsafe'.

21 Apr 2020

India

Watch out! Hackers are bombing Zoom classes with porn

As India faces the COVID-19 lockdown, educators are rushing to use digital resources to ensure students keep learning even while being at home.

21 Apr 2020

Xiaomi

#LeakPeek: Redmi K30i, with 5G support, to be launched soon

As the most affordable variant of the Redmi K30 series smartphones, Xiaomi is reportedly working to launch the Redmi K30i soon.

21 Apr 2020

Samsung

Samsung announces new app to measure blood pressure: Details here

In a major development, Samsung has announced a new health app to help its customers measure and track their blood pressure.

21 Apr 2020

Android

Now, WhatsApp allows group calls with up to eight participants

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep people locked in their homes, Facebook is upgrading its products to make calling easier and convenient.

21 Apr 2020

Microsoft

Microsoft launches new 'Plasma Bot' to help with COVID-19 treatment

In a bid to help with the treatment of the novel coronavirus disease, Microsoft has launched a new 'Plasma Bot'.

Realme defers Narzo 10 series' India launch until further notice

A few days ago, we reported that Realme India had confirmed the release of its wallet-friendly Narzo 10 series of smartphones on April 21, after going back-and-forth on its word due to uncertainty surrounding the ongoing lockdown.

20 Apr 2020

ICICI Bank

Now, ICICI Bank customers can ask Alexa for bank balance

In a push towards smarter user experiences, ICICI Bank has enabled AI-backed voice banking capabilities.

20 Apr 2020

OnePlus

OnePlus 8 Series' India prices revealed: Details here

After unveiling its flagship OnePlus 8 series smartphones last week, the Chinese tech giant has now revealed the prices of the handsets in India.

20 Apr 2020

Maruti Suzuki

Indian company makes 'affordable' ventilator that does not need electricity

In a major development, a Bengaluru-based technology company has created an 'affordable ventilator' that does not need electricity to function.

20 Apr 2020

YouTube

LG Velvet smartphone teased officially, key details revealed

A few days back, we reported that LG is working on a new mid-range smartphone, the Velvet, to revive its slumping mobile business.

OPPO A92s, with 120Hz display and quad cameras, goes official

As an addition to its portfolio of mid-range smartphones, OPPO has launched its A92s model in China. It is currently up for pre-ordering and is slated to go on sale starting April 29.

Nobel-winning virologist says coronavirus was created in Wuhan's lab

Luc Antoine Montagnier, the French virologist who had won the 2008 Nobel Prize in Medicine, has claimed the novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, is man-made.

20 Apr 2020

OPPO

OPPO A12, with dual rear cameras and 4,230mAh battery, launched

After several leaks, Chinese smartphone maker OPPO has finally launched its entry-level A12 handset in Indonesia.

COVID-19 vaccine not guaranteed, says leading world health expert

With more than 160,000 deaths and 2.3 million infected cases globally, COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc around the world.

19 Apr 2020

Huawei

#WeeklyRecap: OnePlus 8, iPhone SE launched, Cognizant hacked, and more

This week, despite the evolving COVID-19 crisis, notable developments were made in the world of tech.

19 Apr 2020

OPPO

OPPO A52 feature roundup: Leaks, rumors, and expectations

Chinese tech giant OPPO is all set to launch its mid-budget smartphone, the A52, in its home country tomorrow, i.e., April 20.

19 Apr 2020

Google

20 million Aptoide app store users compromised in data leak

In a shocking development, personal data of more than 20 million users of Aptoide, a third-party store for Android applications, has been leaked online.

19 Apr 2020

OPPO

OPPO Find X2 Lite, with 48MP quad camera, goes official

After a bunch of leaks and rumors, Chinese tech giant OPPO has officially listed the Find X2 Lite smartphone on its Portuguese website.

Now, New Yorkers can have 'video weddings' via Zoom

Given the whole COVID-19 situation, New York has officially started allowing wedding ceremonies to be conducted via video conference.

19 Apr 2020

Realme

Realme X3 with 4,100mAh battery spotted on TENAA

Realme is reportedly working on launching a new mid-range smartphone, the X3, in the coming months.

19 Apr 2020

Facebook

IT giant Cognizant suffers from 'Maze' ransomware attack: Details here

Cognizant, one of the largest tech and consulting companies in the world, has been hit by a major ransomware attack.

19 Apr 2020

Motorola

Motorola launches Moto G Stylus in the US for $300

Alongside the Moto G Power, Motorola has also launched the Moto G Stylus in the US market. The mid-range handset comes equipped with a stylus and aims to attract buyers looking for improved productivity.

19 Apr 2020

Apple

iPhone SE's pre-orders open, shipping to commence from April 24

Apple has started taking pre-orders for the new iPhone SE in the US and 40 other countries. The shipping for these models is slated to begin from April 24. However, for all forthcoming bookings, the delivery is likely to start from the first week of May.

18 Apr 2020

Motorola

Motorola releases its mid-range Moto G Power in the US

Motorola has launched its Moto G Power smartphone in the United States. It is listed on the company's website at $250.

18 Apr 2020

Samsung

Samsung improves Flex mode on Galaxy Z Flip via update

Samsung is rolling out software updates for a number of devices. In the latest development, the tech giant has released a new update for its premium foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Flip.

18 Apr 2020

Huawei

Honor 9X Lite, with 48MP main sensor, goes official

As an addition to its portfolio of wallet-friendly smartphones, Huawei's sub-brand Honor has launched the Honor 9X Lite.

#CoronavirusInnovation: This smart band can stop your uncontrollable face-touching

Despite multiple warnings from health experts, many of us end up touching our faces.

OPPO A92s' images reveal a punch-hole design, quad rear camera

OPPO has released some images of its upcoming A92s smartphone, thus putting an end to all the imagination regarding its design.

17 Apr 2020

iOS

Apple's new feature will extend your MacBook's battery life

Apple is working on a handy new way to make MacBook batteries last longer.

17 Apr 2020

ZTE

Nubia Play, with 144Hz AMOLED display, to debut on April-21

Expanding its portfolio of gaming-centric smartphones, ZTE-owned Nubia is set to launch the Nubia Play on April 21.

17 Apr 2020

Xiaomi

#LeakPeek: Is this the new Redmi Note 9?

Xiaomi is working to launch a new budget smartphone sometime soon.

17 Apr 2020

Facebook

Zoom v/s Google Meet: Which one is better?

As COVID-19 cases continue to surge, more and more people are rushing to handle most of their jobs from the safety of their homes.