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26 Jul 2020

Apple

Apple Glass, iPhone 12 series, ARM-based MacBooks launch details leaked

Apple has planned two special events for September and October where it will unveil a bunch of new products, according to tipster iHactu Pro.

26 Jul 2020

Asus

#TechBytes: These are the best gaming smartphones available right now

To play the latest games, you need a smartphone that promises a long-lasting battery, an excellent display, and a powerful processor.

26 Jul 2020

Facebook

Messenger Rooms: How to use Facebook's new Zoom challenger

A few months ago, Facebook introduced Messenger Rooms as its own "casual" take on Zoom and Google Meet.

26 Jul 2020

Samsung

#TechBytes: Latest flagship smartphones fueled by Snapdragon 865+ chipset

Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon 865+ as an improved version of its flagship mobile processor, the Snapdragon 865, recently. The Plus version offers up to 10% better CPU and GPU performance as compared to its predecessor.

26 Jul 2020

Android

Google uses Android to track its rivals apps: Report

In a major shocker, a report from The Information has revealed that Google uses Android to track the applications offered by its rivals.

POCO rolls out stable MIUI 12 update for F2 Pro

POCO has started releasing the stable MIUI 12 update for its flagship smartphone, the POCO F2 Pro. The firmware is being released worldwide.

25 Jul 2020

OPPO

OPPO A72 5G, with MediaTek Dimensity 720 chipset, launched

Expanding its portfolio of 5G smartphones, OPPO has launched the OPPO A72 5G in China. The budget-friendly handset comes as an upgrade to the 4G variant that was launched in June.

25 Jul 2020

Amazon

#DealOfTheDay: OnePlus 7 Pro is available with Rs. 10,000 discount

If you are planning to own a flagship smartphone, this might be a good deal for you. Amazon is offering a discount of Rs. 10,000 on the best-selling OnePlus 7 Pro (8GB/256GB).

25 Jul 2020

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy M51's specifications and camera details leaked

Samsung is working to launch a new Galaxy M51 model in India sometime in September.

25 Jul 2020

Smartphones

Corning's latest smartphone glass can survive a 6-foot drop

Corning, the American technology company that specializes in specialty glass, ceramics, and related materials, has announced the next-generation of protective glass for smartphones - Gorilla Glass Victus.

25 Jul 2020

Realme

Realme C15 tipped to come with MediaTek Helio G35 chipset

Realme is working to launch its budget-friendly smartphone, the Realme C15, in Indonesia on July 28.

Study identifies 21 existing drugs that could treat COVID-19

A recent study identified 21 existing drugs that could be used to treat COVID-19. The drugs can notably stop the replication of SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, the study found.

25 Jul 2020

OnePlus

Ahead of release, OnePlus Nord gets another OxygenOS update

The newly-launched OnePlus Nord is yet to go on sale but it has already received its second software update.

25 Jul 2020

Intel

Dell launches four new gaming laptops in India

Expanding its range of gaming laptops in India, Dell has launched four new models including the Alienware M15 R3, Dell G5 15 SE (Special Edition), Dell G5 15, and Dell G3 15.

25 Jul 2020

X

Garmin suffers massive outage, leaving fitness devices disconnected

GPS tech provider Garmin has been hit by a massive outage.

25 Jul 2020

Samsung

Samsung's S20 Fan Edition tipped to pack a 4,500mAh battery

Samsung is working to launch a new Galaxy S20 Fan Edition sometime in the fourth quarter of this year.

25 Jul 2020

Instagram

OnePlus Nord's sale starts from July 27: How to register

OnePlus Nord will be up for grabs via a pop-up sale on the company's website from July 27-29. The registrations for the event, which are now live, will be accepted until July 26.

24 Jul 2020

Flipkart

#DealOfTheDay: iPhone SE is available with upto Rs. 5,900 off

If you have been eyeing the budget iPhone, this might be a good deal for you. Flipkart is offering up to Rs. 2,301 off on the iPhone SE (depending on the model).

Vivo Y51s, with 5G-ready Exynos 880 chipset, launched in China

Expanding its range of budget-friendly smartphones, Vivo has launched the Vivo Y51s in China.

24 Jul 2020

Flipkart

Realme 6i, with 90Hz screen, launched at Rs. 13,000

Expanding its range of affordable smartphones, Realme has launched the Realme 6i in India. It comes as a rebranded version of the Realme 6s which was launched in Europe in May.

24 Jul 2020

Flipkart

Vivo X50 and X50 Pro now on sale in India

Vivo's newly-launched X50 and X50 Pro are now available in India. The premium mid-rangers can be purchased via offline as well as online stores including Flipkart and Amazon.

24 Jul 2020

Facebook

NewsBytes Briefing: Russia accused of testing satellite-destroying technology, and more

In a strange piece of news, Russia has been accused of testing "what would appear to be [an] actual in-orbit anti-satellite weaponry," BBC reported.

24 Jul 2020

Xiaomi

Redmi Note 9's first sale today at 12pm via Amazon

Xiaomi's budget-friendly smartphone, the Redmi Note 9, will go on sale for the first time in India today at 12pm via Amazon and Mi.com.

24 Jul 2020

Samsung

Ahead of launch, Samsung Galaxy M31s' specifications leaked

Samsung is all set to launch its budget-friendly smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy M31s in India on July 30 at 12pm.

AIIMS Nagpur develops smart band to monitor COVID-19 patients

In a bid to help with COVID-19 containment efforts, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Nagpur, has developed a smart wrist band.

23 Jul 2020

Space News

China just launched a rover and orbiter to Mars

Merely days after the UAE, China has also started its journey to Mars.

23 Jul 2020

Samsung

Ahead of launch, Samsung Galaxy Note 20's specifications leaked

Samsung is all set to unveil its brand-new Galaxy Note 20 series on August 5.

23 Jul 2020

X

Twitter hackers accessed DMs of dozens of high-profile accounts

Last week's massive Twitter hack left more than 100 high-profile accounts, including those of business magnates like Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates, and Elon Musk, compromised.

23 Jul 2020

Amazon

Honor 9A to be launched in India on July 31

Expanding its portfolio of smartphones, Honor is all set to launch its budget-friendly Honor 9A in India on July 31, as revealed by an Amazon teaser.

23 Jul 2020

Samsung

Samsung launches another foldable phone (not in India)

South Korean tech giant Samsung has finally launched its much-anticipated foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Flip 5G, in the US.

Lenovo's gaming smartphone, Legion Phone Duel, launched

Lenovo has launched its much-awaited gaming smartphone, the Lenovo Legion Phone Duel in China.

23 Jul 2020

Microsoft

NewsBytes Tech Briefing: Apple, Amazon offices raided in Italy

In the tech world, the news cycle was dominated by revenue reports and antitrust investigations.

23 Jul 2020

Poco

POCO C3 to arrive as rebranded version of Redmi 9C

Chinese smartphone maker POCO is working to launch a new budget smartphone called the POCO C3, according to a Bluetooth SIG listing.

This device can 'disinfect' your home products with UV light

The scare of contracting COVID-19, which has been exploding in India, has got everyone worried.

OnePlus rolling out camera-centric OxygenOS update for the newly-launched Nord

Chinese tech giant OnePlus has started rolling out the latest OxygenOS update for its newly-launched mid-ranger, the Nord.

22 Jul 2020

Flipkart

ASUS ROG Phone 3 launched in India at Rs. 50,000

Taiwanese tech giant ASUS has launched its latest flagship gaming smartphone, the ROG Phone 3, in India.

22 Jul 2020

Japan

You can wear this mouse-sized air conditioner

Even though most of us remain locked in our homes, socially distant from the world, many essential workers who need to perform their duties have to still go out.

22 Jul 2020

Technology

Randonautica: Why a random number generator app is getting popular?

Most people worldwide have been stuck at home due to the coronavirus pandemic, leaving them yearning for an outdoor adventure.

22 Jul 2020

Samsung

Ahead of launch, Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra's specifications leaked

Samsung is set to unveil its brand-new Galaxy Note 20 flagship smartphones on August 5.

OPPO F15 gets a new (4GB/128GB) variant in India

OPPO has launched a new (4GB/128GB) variant of its budget-friendly smartphone, the OPPO F15, in India. It joins the existing 8GB/128GB model which was launched in January.