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01 Oct 2020

Google

Google Pixel 5, 4a 5G, with dual rear cameras, launched

Google has finally launched its much-awaited smartphones, the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G.

01 Oct 2020

Xiaomi

Redmi 9i to go on sale today at 12 pm

Xiaomi's entry-level smartphone, the Redmi 9i, is all set to go on another sale in India today at 12 pm via Flipkart, Mi.com and Mi Home stores.

01 Oct 2020

Reuters

Swatch Group hit by cyberattack, operations affected

Swatch Group, the biggest watch manufacturer in the world, has been hit by a cyberattack.

30 Sep 2020

Facebook

Now, you can message your friend on Facebook via Instagram

More than a year ago, Facebook made headlines over the controversial plan to unify the underlying infrastructure of its main chat apps.

30 Sep 2020

LG

LG Velvet might be launched in India in October

LG's premium mid-range smartphone, the Velvet, which was announced in global markets in June, might be launched in India in October.

30 Sep 2020

Google

Google Pixel launch event: When, where to watch

In a few hours from now, Google will hold a virtual event to unveil the next Pixel phones in the market.

30 Sep 2020

Security

Edureka e-learning platform caught exposing data of 20 lakh students

Amid growing cases of cyber-attacks and data breaches, Edureka, a renowned Bengaluru-based online learning platform, has been caught exposing personal user information.

30 Sep 2020

Xiaomi

Redmi Note 9 goes on open sale in India

Xiaomi's budget-friendly smartphone, the Redmi Note 9, is now available via open sale in India.

OPPO A93 to be launched on October 6, features revealed

OPPO is all set to launch its mid-range A93 smartphone in Malaysia on October 6. In the latest development, the company has started teasing the arrival of the handset, revealing its design and key specifications.

30 Sep 2020

Taiwan

Vivo X50e 5G, with Snapdragon 765G chipset, goes official

As the latest addition to its X50 line-up, Vivo has launched the X50e 5G in Taiwan. The handset joins the X50, X50 5G, X50 Pro, X50 Pro+ and X50 Lite models that are available in various regions.

30 Sep 2020

Vivo Mobiles

Vivo V20 series teased in India, launch imminent

Vivo's camera-centric V20 series, which includes the V20 SE, V20, and V20 Pro models, will be launched in India soon. The company has shared a short teaser, confirming the arrival of the "ultra-slim" V20 range.

30 Sep 2020

Microsoft

Google will not limit Meet calls, extends offer till 2021

Google is extending its unlimited access offer for Meet video conferencing service.

30 Sep 2020

OnePlus

OnePlus 8T to ship with Android 11-based OxygenOS 11

OnePlus is all set to launch its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 8T, on October 14.

30 Sep 2020

Google

NewsBytes Briefing: Outage hits Apple App Store, iCloud, and more

Last night, in a rare incident, Apple suffered from a major outage that left many of its services down, including Apple App Store, Music, Apple TV+, Photos, and iCloud.

30 Sep 2020

Flipkart

Realme Narzo 20A's first sale today at 12pm via Flipkart

Realme's budget-friendly smartphone, the Narzo 20A, will go on sale for the first time in India today at 12 pm via Flipkart and Realme.com.

30 Sep 2020

Samsung

Samsung releases One UI 2.1 update for Galaxy M21, M31

Samsung has started rolling out the One UI 2.1 update for its budget-friendly Galaxy M21 and Galaxy M31 smartphones in India.

30 Sep 2020

Microsoft

Soon, Microsoft Teams will offer a 'virtual commute' experience

From Together Mode to Breakout Rooms, Microsoft has announced some pretty unique features for its Teams work collaboration platform.

29 Sep 2020

Technology

Now, Amazon lets you pay with your palm

Amazon is building on its physical retail ambitions with an innovative new technology that lets you pay with nothing but the palm of your hand.

29 Sep 2020

Flipkart

POCO M2 to go on open sale starting September 30

POCO's budget-friendly M2 handset, which has been available via flash sales until now, will go on open sale in India starting September 30 at 12 pm. This means interested customers will be able to buy the phone anytime via Flipkart.

29 Sep 2020

India

Realme 7i to be launched in India on October 7

The Realme 7i will be launched in India on October 7, the company has confirmed. The handset was recently launched in Indonesia as a slightly tweaked version of the Realme 7.

29 Sep 2020

Huawei

Huawei P Smart 2021, with quad rear cameras, launched

Expanding its range of budget-friendly smartphones, Huawei has launched the P Smart 2021 model in Europe. It comes as a successor to the Huawei P Smart 2020.

29 Sep 2020

Xiaomi

Xiaomi launches smart speaker, smartwatch, soap dispenser, shoes, and more

Xiaomi has launched a flurry of products today in India.

29 Sep 2020

Vaccine

Over five lakh sharks could be killed for COVID-19 vaccine

While the entire world is looking forward to positive news about a COVID-19 vaccine, global vaccination could mean the death of half a million sharks, an advocacy group has warned.

OPPO Reno4 Z 5G, with a 120Hz display, launched

As the latest addition to its portfolio of smartphones, OPPO has launched the Reno4 5G model in Taiwan. It comes as a rebranded version of the OPPO A92s that was announced in China in April.

29 Sep 2020

OPPO

OPPO A33 (2020), with 90Hz display, goes official

Expanding its range of affordable smartphones, OPPO has launched the OPPO A33 (2020) in Indonesia. It is a slightly trimmed-down version of the OPPO A53 that was announced earlier this year.

29 Sep 2020

India

Cat Que: Another virus from China, ICMR raises alarm

Another virus from China could be making its way into India, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has warned.

29 Sep 2020

X

NewsBytes Briefing: Microsoft 365 suffered an outage, and more

Last night, Microsoft 365 suffered a major outage due to an internal change and left essential web services down for hours, including Microsoft Office 365, Teams, and Outlook.

29 Sep 2020

Xiaomi

Redmi 9A to go on sale today at 12 pm

Xiaomi's pocket-friendly phone, the Redmi 9A, is set to go on sale in India today at 12 pm via Amazon and Mi.com.

29 Sep 2020

Motorola

Motorola's foldable RAZR 5G phone teased in India, launch imminent

Motorola has teased the arrival of its latest foldable phone, the RAZR 5G, in India. The company has shared a short video clip that confirms that the premium handset will be announced around the festive season, alongside other products like a smart TV, a refrigerator, and a washing machine.

28 Sep 2020

Android

Now, screen sharing is available on Google Duo

Finally, the users of Google Duo are getting the much-needed ability to share their screens during video calls.

28 Sep 2020

Technology

Bengaluru Airport to city in 10-minutes? Virgin Hyperloop studying feasibility

The concept of hyperloop is often seen as the future of high-speed transit, but California-based Virgin Hyperloop is looking to make it a reality now.

Looking for COVID-19 vaccine update? Use this government portal

As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to surge across different parts of India, everyone has just one question on their mind: When will a vaccine be available?

28 Sep 2020

Nokia 7

Nokia 9.3, 7.3, 6.3 likely to be launched in November

HMD Global is expected to introduce its latest batch of Nokia-branded smartphones in the coming weeks. According to Nokiapoweruser, the company is likely to announce the flagship Nokia 9.3 aka Nokia 9.3 PureView, and mid-rangers Nokia 7.3 5G and 6.3 in November.

28 Sep 2020

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 launched in India at Rs. 18,000

As the latest addition to its range of affordable Android-powered tablets, Samsung has launched the Galaxy Tab A7 in India.

28 Sep 2020

Moon

NASA wants an energy solution for lunar mission, announces challenge

NASA is gearing up to send the first woman and the next man to the Moon.

28 Sep 2020

Vivo Mobiles

Vivo V20-series to be launched in India on October 12

Vivo's V-series, that includes the V20, V20 SE, and V20 Pro models, will be launched in India on October 12, according to MySmartPrice.

27 Sep 2020

Flipkart

POCO X3's first sale tomorrow at 12 pm via Flipkart

The recently-launched POCO X3 will go on sale for the first time in India tomorrow i.e. September 29 at 12 pm via Flipkart.

28 Sep 2020

Xiaomi

Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro's full specifications leaked

Xiaomi is working to launch its flagship smartphones, the Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro, on September 30. Now, just days ahead of the launch, tipster Sudhanshu has shared the full specifications of both the handsets.

28 Sep 2020

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy F41 to come with 64MP triple rear camera

Samsung will announce its all-new Galaxy F41 smartphone on October 8. In the run-up to the launch event, the tech giant has been revealing key specifications of the handset via Flipkart as well as its social media handles.

28 Sep 2020

Flipkart

Realme C12 to go on sale today at 2 pm

Realme's budget-friendly smartphone, the C12, is set to go on sale today at 2 pm via Flipkart and Realme.com.