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11 Jun 2020

Xiaomi

Redmi 9, with 5,020mAh battery, quad rear cameras, launched

Xiaomi has launched its budget-range smartphone, the Redmi 9 in Spain.

11 Jun 2020

Android

Android 11 Beta: Top new features you need to try

After a slight delay, Google has started rolling out the first public beta version of Android 11, its next big mobile-focused operating system, to Pixel users around the world.

11 Jun 2020

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy M51 spotted on Geekbench, key specifications revealed

As an addition to its portfolio of mid-range smartphones, tech giant Samsung is gearing up to launch its Galaxy M51 model.

Vivo releases Funtouch OS 10 update for Z1 Pro, Z1x

Vivo's Z1 Pro and Z1x smartphones have started receiving the Android 10-based Funtouch OS 10 update in India.

10 Jun 2020

Google

Google Meet gets AI-powered noise cancellation: Here's how it works

In a bid to take on Zoom and cash in on the exploding demand for video conferencing, Google is updating its premium virtual meeting app, Google Meet, with the much-needed noise cancellation capability.

Realme X3 SuperZoom to be launched on June 26

Unveiled last month, the Realme X3 SuperZoom is likely to be launched in India soon. According to 91mobiles, the handset will go official in the country on June 26.

10 Jun 2020

Xiaomi

Xiaomi releases Android 10 update for Redmi Note 7 Pro

Xiaomi has rolled out its latest MIUI 11 firmware for the Redmi Note 7 Pro. The new OS upgrades the underlying software to Android 10 while still running MIUI 11 skin on top.

10 Jun 2020

Samsung

Samsung to launch three new flagship smartphones on August 5

Samsung will unveil its brand new Note 20 series, Fold 2, and a refreshed Galaxy Z Flip 5G through a virtual event on August 5, analyst Jon Prosser has claimed. He has also noted that these devices will be launched on August 20.

10 Jun 2020

Google

Every single day, Google flags over 2,500 crore spam pages

The ability to produce relevant and reliable results has made Google a leader in the Search segment.

10 Jun 2020

Intel

2020 HP 14s, Pavilion x360 14 laptops launched in India

Expanding its range of "always connected" laptops, HP has launched the 2020 editions of the 14s and Pavilion x360 14 in India.

10 Jun 2020

X

#TechBytes: What are Twitter Fleets, how to use them?

Microblogging giant Twitter has launched Fleets, its own version of Stories, in India.

10 Jun 2020

Xiaomi

Redmi Note 9 Pro's next sale on June 16

Xiaomi's mid-ranger, the Redmi Note 9 Pro, will go on sale once again in India on June 16 at 12pm via Amazon and Mi.com.

10 Jun 2020

Android

Google Chrome's autofill interface gets a new look: Details here

Google has been introducing some handy changes in Chrome.

09 Jun 2020

Huawei

Huawei P Smart S goes official as rebadged Enjoy 10s

Huawei has launched its budget-friendly smartphone, the Huawei P Smart S in Italy. It is basically a rebadged version of the Huawei Enjoy 10s which was launched in China last year.

Vivo Z5x (2020), with triple cameras, Snapdragon 712, goes official

As an updated version of the Z5x, Chinese tech giant Vivo has launched the budget-friendly smartphone, Z5x (2020) in its home country.

09 Jun 2020

Flipkart

Flipkart gets AI-powered shopping assistant: Here's how it works

In a bid to expand its reach in India, Flipkart is rolling out a new smart 'shopping assistant'.

09 Jun 2020

Xiaomi

Redmi Note 9 Pro Max's next sale on June 10

Xiaomi's premium mid-range handset, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max is set to go on sale once again in India. It will be available for purchase on June 10 via Amazon and Mi.com.

09 Jun 2020

India

Amid COVID-19, Google Maps gets features to ensure safe travel

As countries like India begin to come out of lockdown and restart economic activities, Google is racing to launch tools to protect the general public from COVID-19.

09 Jun 2020

Europe

Motorola One Fusion+, with all-screen design and quad cameras, launched

Motorola has unveiled its all-new One Fusion+ smartphone in Europe. The mid-ranger comes with an all-screen design, packing a quad rear camera setup, a Snapdragon 730 chipset, and a massive 5,000mAh battery.

09 Jun 2020

COVID-19

Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine: When will it be available?

In the race to develop a vaccine for COVID-19, Moderna Therapeutics is seen as one of the fastest-moving players.

08 Jun 2020

India

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite launched at Rs. 28,000

As an affordable version of the flagship Tab S6, Samsung has launched the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite in India.

08 Jun 2020

India

Vivo Y50 launched, sale to start from June 10

Vivo's budget-friendly handset, the Y50, which went official in Cambodia in April, was launched in India today.

Several iPhone 11 Pro users report 'Green tint' display issue

Several users of iPhone 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max have reported that a green tint appears on the display after they unlock the handset.

08 Jun 2020

Samsung

Samsung patents weird 'two-way' foldable phone: Details here

After launching two highly innovative foldable phones - the Galaxy Fold and Galaxy Z Flip - Samsung appears to be exploring new ideas for the third member of the series.

08 Jun 2020

OPPO

OPPO A12, with dual rear cameras, launched in India

Expanding its range of affordable smartphones, OPPO has launched the OPPO A12 in India.

08 Jun 2020

Security

COVID-19: Singapore is developing a wearable 'contact-tracing' device

As the world races to deploy contact-tracing apps to warn and isolate close contacts of COVID-19 positive individuals, Singapore is taking a completely different - and potentially concerning - route.

08 Jun 2020

Amazon

OnePlus 8 to go on sale at 12pm via Amazon

The OnePlus 8 will go on sale in India today at 12 pm via Amazon and the company's website.

08 Jun 2020

Apple

Apple patents technology to take group selfies when being socially-distant

Apple has patented software technology to let people take group selfies even when they are socially distant from each other.

08 Jun 2020

Flipkart

Realme Narzo 10 to go on sale today via Flipkart

Realme's budget-friendly smartphone, the Realme Narzo 10 is all set to go on sale once again in India at 12 pm, on Flipkart and Realme's website.

08 Jun 2020

Microsoft

#TechBytes: Best convertible laptops to buy under Rs. 1 lakh

Whatever may be the need, chances are a convertible laptop will check most of the boxes for you. These machines support various working modes while offering top-class performance.

08 Jun 2020

Space News

New Earth-like planet found orbiting a Sun-like star: Details here

In a major development, a team of researchers has discovered an Earth-like exoplanet revolving around a Sun-like star.

07 Jun 2020

WhatsApp

Your WhatsApp-linked number could show up in Google Search

Your WhatsApp-linked number, maybe even name and email address, could be leaking through Google Search.

07 Jun 2020

Oxford

COVID-19 vaccine: What are the latest updates?

With a sporadic increase in the number of cases and deaths, COVID-19 is growing beyond control in India.

07 Jun 2020

Facebook

#WeeklyRecap: Google's incognito tracking, 'infected' Android wallpaper, Mitron app, more

This week, a number of developments were noted in the world of technology.

07 Jun 2020

Facebook

#TechBytes: How to transfer Facebook photos, videos to Google Photos

A few months ago, Facebook announced a tool to let select users port their photos/videos to Google Photos.

07 Jun 2020

Antarctica

This place has the cleanest air on Earth

In urban regions, human activities have dealt a serious blow to the environment.

07 Jun 2020

Poco

These flagship and mid-range smartphones will be launched soon

With the lockdown now phasing out in India, almost all smartphone makers are gearing up to launch their latest and greatest offerings soon.

07 Jun 2020

Samsung

Samsung releases One UI 2.1 update for Galaxy S10 Lite

Samsung has started rolling out the latest Android 10-based One UI 2.1 update for the Galaxy S10 Lite smartphone in India.

06 Jun 2020

Samsung

Samsung's Note 20-series, Fold 2 could be launched on August-5

Samsung could unveil its Galaxy Note 20-series and Fold 2 on August 5, according to Korean publication The Dong-a Ilbo.

06 Jun 2020

Facebook

An online make-believe world away from the coronavirus pandemic

Since the coronavirus outbreak has forced several countries into lockdowns, people across the globe have come to realize the little joys of what we normally consider boring.