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Realme V5, with MediaTek Dimensity 720 chipset, launched in China
Expanding its range of affordable smartphones, Realme has launched the Realme V5 in China.
Ahead of launch, Redmi 9 Prime's specifications leaked
Xiaomi is all set to launch its affordable smartphone, the Redmi 9 Prime, in India on August 4 at 12pm.
NewsBytes Briefing: William English, computer mouse co-inventor, dies at 91
A lot has happened over the weekend.
Microsoft is killing Cortana on Android and iOS: Here's why
As Apple, Google, and Amazon continue the race to dominate the consumer-facing "smart home" category, Microsoft is backtracking and taking a very different approach.
Moto G9 Plus spotted on FCC database with 4,700mAh battery
Motorola's upcoming Moto G9 Plus has been spotted on the FCC database, revealing some of its key specifications.
#WeeklyRecap: Big Tech trial, CERT-In's warning, NASA's Mars mission, more
This week, the biggest story in tech was the congressional trial of the CEOs of Google, Facebook, Apple, and Amazon over anti-trust issues.
Google Pixel 4a press renders, price leak ahead of launch
Ahead of the Google Pixel 4a's launch on August 3, renowned tipster Ishan Agarwal has shared press renders and pricing and availability details of the upcoming smartphone.
Redmi 9 Prime to launch in India on August 4
Xiaomi's Redmi 9 Prime will launch in India on August 4 at 12 pm and will be up for grabs during Amazon's Prime Day sale on August 6 and 7.
#TechBytes: These smartphones will be launched in August
As lockdown restrictions have been eased across the world, many smartphone manufacturers have decided to launch their latest products.
After India's ban, questions loom over TikTok's fate in America
A month ago, India banned TikTok, citing concerns over data security and deeming the app prejudicial to sovereignty, integrity, and defense of India, as well as security of the state and public order.
SpaceX is bringing NASA astronauts back: How to watch live
SpaceX has moved into the final phase of the "Launch America" mission - bringing NASA astronauts safely back to Earth in its Crew Dragon capsule.
#TechBytes: Weird technologies that can protect you from COVID-19
In a span of six months, COVID-19 has turned the whole world upside down.
OnePlus 6, 6T receive OxygenOS update with OnePlus Buds support
OnePlus is rolling out the latest OxygenOS update and the July 2020 Android security patch for its OnePlus 6 and 6T smartphones.
Google Cloud employee fired over domestic violence allegations
Alphabet Inc. has reportedly fired a Google Cloud employee after allegations of domestic violence surfaced against him.
Realme V5 tipped to be priced at around Rs. 18,000
As the latest addition to its portfolio of affordable 5G smartphones, Realme is set to announce the V5 model in China on August 3. In the latest development, a tipster has claimed that the handset will cost CNY 1,699 (around Rs. 18,000) for the 6GB/128GB variant.
Facebook's E.gg is bringing back creativity of the 'early internet'
Back in the 90s, surfing the web was all about websites with flashy texts, GIFs, and images.
ASUS launches ZenBook, VivoBook laptops; prices start at Rs. 40,000
Expanding its portfolio of laptops in India, Taiwanese tech giant ASUS has launched the ZenBook 13, ZenBook 14, VivoBook 14, and VivoBook Ultra K14 models in the country.
Huawei MatePad 8 tablet teased in India, launch imminent
Huawei is working to launch its affordable tablet, the MatePad T8, in India soon. The tech giant has released a teaser with a crossword puzzle that can be completed with the letters 'MatePad T8'.
Black Shark 3S, with 120Hz display, Snapdragon 865 chipset, launched
Xiaomi's sub-brand Black Shark has launched its latest gaming smartphone, the Black Shark 3S, in China. The flagship model comes as an upgrade to the Black Shark 3 that was announced in March this year.
Vivo S7 to sport 44MP dual selfie camera, confirms teaser
Vivo is all set to launch its new mid-range smartphone, the Vivo S7, in China on August 3. Now, just days ahead of its launch, an official teaser has confirmed that the handset will sport a 44MP dual selfie shooter.
This AI-powered Chrome extension can turn any news into podcast
With so much information on the internet coupled with our fairly busy lives, it can often get overwhelming to keep a tab on everything that is happening in the world.
Samsung's Note 20 Ultra will be slower than OnePlus 8?
Ahead of its launch, the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has surfaced on Geekbench with Samsung's in-house Exynos 990 chipset and 12GB of RAM.
Honor launches MagicBook 15 in India at Rs. 43,000
As the company's first laptop in India, Honor has launched the MagicBook 15 in the country.
Nokia's 65-inch 4K Android TV launched at Rs. 65,000
Expanding its portfolio of Android TVs, Nokia has launched the 65-inch model of its smart TV in India. It is similar to the existing 43-inch and 55-inch variants and has been manufactured by brand-licensee Flipkart.
OPPO Reno4's global variant goes official with Snapdragon 720G chipset
Expanding its portfolio of smartphones, OPPO has launched the global variant of the Reno4 in Thailand.
Honor 9A, 9S launched in India without Google Mobile Services
Expanding its range of affordable smartphones, Honor has launched the Honor 9A and Honor 9S in India. The devices come with Huawei's AppGallery instead of Google Mobile Services.
Nearby Share, Google's answer to AirDrop, now available on Windows
Since last year, Google has been developing 'Nearby Share' as its own native solution for file sharing, much like AirDrop from Apple.
OPPO Reno4 Pro launched in India at Rs. 35,000
OPPO has launched its premium mid-range smartphone, the OPPO Reno4 Pro, in India. It has the same design and features as the China-specific model but carries slightly different hardware.
Pixel 4a will be launched on August 3, confirms Google
After hitting multiple delays, Google's budget-friendly smartphone, the Pixel 4a, will finally be launched on August 3, the company has confirmed.
An AI just predicted what makes a successful relationship
The key to a successful relationship is never easy to understand.
Realme 6i's first sale today at 12 pm via Flipkart
Realme's newly-launched budget smartphone, the Realme 6i, will go on sale for the first time in India today at 12 pm via Flipkart and Realme.com.
TECNO Spark 6 Air launched in India at Rs. 8,000
Expanding its portfolio of smartphones, TECNO has launched the Spark 6 Air in India.
NewsBytes Briefing: iPhone 12 will be delayed, and more
In the updates since last night, Apple has confirmed that its next flagship, the iPhone 12, will be delayed.
Realme X2's update brings important fixes and July security patch
Realme has started rolling out a new software update for its Realme X2 mid-ranger.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 revealed in leaked press renders
Samsung's successor to the original Galaxy Fold, which will be called the Galaxy Z Fold 2, has been leaked in high-quality press renders.
New Android malware can steal your banking credentials, Government warns
The cybersecurity agency working for the Government of India has raised alarms over a dangerous new strain of malware on Android.
Ahead of launch, Honor 9A's prices leaked on Amazon
Honor's budget-friendly 9A smartphone will be announced in India tomorrow i.e. July 31. Now, just ahead of its launch, a premature Amazon listing has revealed the prices of the handset.
Zoom bug allowed breaking into private password-protected meetings
Even after all the promises, video conferencing giant Zoom keeps running into security issues.
NASA launches rover to find 'ancient Martian life'
In a major development, US space agency NASA has launched a robotic rover to Mars.
Samsung Galaxy M31s launched in India at Rs. 19,500
Expanding its portfolio of mid-range smartphones, Samsung has launched the Galaxy M31s in India today. It arrives as a follow-up to the Galaxy M31 that was launched in February this year.