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01 Mar 2021
MalwareChinese hackers targeted 12 Indian organizations; infiltrated power sector: Study
Chinese state-sponsored hacker groups have targeted over 12 Indian state-run organizations, primarily power utilities and load dispatch centers since mid-2020, a cyber intelligence company has said in its report.
01 Mar 2021
OPPOOPPO F19 Pro, Pro+ teased in India; key specifications leaked
OPPO is all set to launch its F19 Pro and F19 Pro+ 5G handsets in India in the coming days. Amazon India has created a dedicated microsite for the devices, revealing that they will be announced soon.
01 Mar 2021
OnePlusAhead of launch, OnePlus 9 Pro's camera details leaked
OnePlus is working to launch the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro models sometime later this month.
01 Mar 2021
Redmi Note 10Redmi Note 10's specifications leaked: Snapdragon 678 processor, 48MP camera
Redmi is all set to launch the Note 10, Note 10 Pro, and Note 10 Pro Max models in India on March 4.
01 Mar 2021
RealmeRealme X9 Pro to feature Dimensity 1200 chipset, 108MP camera
Realme is expected to launch the X9 Pro smartphone in the coming weeks. In the latest development, a Chinese tipster has leaked the key specifications of the phone.
01 Mar 2021
GioneeGionee Max Pro to debut in India on March 1
Gionee's budget-range handset, the Max Pro, is set to be launched on March 1 at 12 pm. A Flipkart microsite has also been created for the handset, confirming its availability and some of the key specifications.
28 Feb 2021
Acer LaptopsAcer refreshes Aspire 7 laptop with AMD Ryzen 5 5500U
Taiwanese PC maker Acer has refreshed its Aspire 7 laptop in India with the AMD Ryzen 5 5500U chipset.
28 Feb 2021
RealmeRealme GT 5G appears on Geekbench; retail box design revealed
Tech giant Realme is preparing to launch its latest flagship, the GT 5G handset, on March 4. Now, the phone has been spotted on Geekbench, confirming the rumored specifications, including a Snapdragon 888 chipset, 12GB RAM, and Android 11 support.
28 Feb 2021
SustainabilityBill Gates's book draws attention to billionaires' colossal carbon footprint
Business magnates such as Bill Gates and Roman Abramovich aren't famous for their wealth and business acumen alone. They also happen to be among the world's largest contributors to climate change and ecological imbalance.
28 Feb 2021
Samsung MobilesSamsung Galaxy M31s becomes cheaper; now starts at Rs. 18,500
Samsung Galaxy M31s, which was launched in India in July 2020 has received a price-cut.
28 Feb 2021
LG MobileAndroid 11 rolled out for LG V60 ThinQ 5G UW
LG has started rolling out the Android 11 update for its V60 ThinQ 5G UW handset, locked onto Verizon's network in the US.
27 Feb 2021
GoogleChrome Incognito case: Judge disturbed by Google's data collection practices
In June 2020, we reported that a class-action lawsuit had been filed against Google. It was caught tracking Chrome users' browsing history and web activity even in the Incognito mode.
27 Feb 2021
Nubia Mobile PhonesThis is how Nubia Red Magic 6 will look like
The Nubia Red Magic 6 will be launched in China on March 4. Now, the company has shared an image of the handset's rear.
27 Feb 2021
Samsung MobilesDesign of Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 revealed in leaked render
South Korean tech giant Samsung will unveil its new rugged smartphone, the Galaxy XCover 5, in the coming days.
27 Feb 2021
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)ISRO'S PSLV-C51 set to launch Brazilian satellite Amazonia-1 on Sunday
If things go as planned, an Indian rocket will launch a Brazilian satellite for the first-time from the Sriharikota spaceport on Sunday.
27 Feb 2021
TwitterNewsBytes Briefing: Twitter will soon have paywalls, and more
Even as Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey bloviates about making Twitter free, the microblogging site announced plans to introduce monetization and paywalled content. Dubbed as Super Follow, the upcoming feature allows Twitter to make money off paywalled content.
27 Feb 2021
Samsung MobilesOne UI 3.1 update rolled out for Samsung Galaxy Fold
Samsung has started rolling out the Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update for its Galaxy Fold model. The firmware is currently available in France.
26 Feb 2021
Huawei MobilesHuawei P40 4G smartphone, with dual selfie cameras, goes official
As the latest addition to the P40 series of smartphones, Huawei has launched its P40 4G model in China. It is up for grabs in two colors- Dark Blue and Frost Silver.
26 Feb 2021
Redmi Note 10Redmi Note 10 smartphone's design, cameras revealed in first look
Xiaomi will launch its Redmi Note 10 series in India on March 4. The line-up includes Note 10, Note 10 Pro, and Note 10 Pro Max models.
26 Feb 2021
VivoVivo S9 smartphone's design and cameras confirmed in official poster
Chinese smartphone maker Vivo will unveil its S9 and S9e models on March 3.
26 Feb 2021
Samsung MobilesSamsung Galaxy M12 smartphone to make Indian debut soon
Samsung's Galaxy M12 smartphone, which was launched in Vietnam earlier this month, will make its Indian debut soon.
26 Feb 2021
Samsung MobilesSamsung Galaxy A32, A52 and A72 to soon be launched
Samsung will launch the Galaxy A32 4G, A32 5G, A52, and A72 models in India soon.
26 Feb 2021
TwitterTwitter's 'Super Follow' will allow users to charge their followers
Twitter announced significant new features dealing with user monetization and community-focused content.
26 Feb 2021
Samsung MobilesSamsung releases One UI 3.1 update for Note10 and Note10+
Samsung has started releasing its One UI 3.1 update for the Galaxy Note10 and Note10+ models in Europe.
26 Feb 2021
OPPOOPPO A54 5G listed in Japan, to release in June
OPPO is working to launch a new A54 5G model soon. In the latest development, the phone has been listed on Japanese carrier au, revealing its full specifications. The listing also mentions that it will be released in June.
25 Feb 2021
FacebookNewsBytes Briefing: Investigation uncovers Facebook's pro ISIS move, and more
Facebook banned pages belonging to the YPG (translated: People's Protection Units) at the behest of Turkey, according to a latest exposé by ProPublica.
25 Feb 2021
Gaming Bytes'PUBG: New State' announced for iOS, Android; Unavailable in India
The battle royale phenomenon PUBG Mobile is getting a sequel set in the same universe. Launching on a yet unspecified date in 2021, PUBG: New State will be launched on both iOS and Android platforms.
25 Feb 2021
GoogleGoogle integrates lightweight HTML5 games into Chrome browser on Android
Google has integrated lightweight HTML5 games into its Chrome browser for Android. These games can be played online on mid-range and budget smartphones. The project is aimed at developing countries such as India and Indonesia.
25 Feb 2021
SonySony announces next-generation PSVR headset for the PlayStation 5
Sony is working on a virtual reality headset for its PlayStation 5 console. The new PlayStation VR (PSVR) will include an expanded field of view, higher resolution, and a single cord to improve ergonomics.
25 Feb 2021
Huawei MobilesHuawei releases EMUI 11 stable update for Mate 20 series
Huawei has started releasing its EMUI 11 stable update for the global variants of the Huawei Mate 20, Mate 20 Pro and Mate 20 X models. The firmware is being rolled out in batches.
25 Feb 2021
Redmi K40Redmi announces K40, K40 Pro, and K40 Pro+ handsets
Redmi has taken the wraps off its much-awaited K40 series of flagship 5G smartphones, which includes the K40, K40 Pro, and K40 Pro+ models. The line-up carries a starting price-tag of CNY 1,999 (roughly Rs. 22,500).
25 Feb 2021
Vivo MobilesiQOO Neo 5 to be launched on March 16
Vivo's sub-brand iQOO will launch its Neo 5 smartphone in China on March 16, the company has announced via a post on Weibo. The post also reveals that the phone will have a center-aligned punch-hole cut-out.
25 Feb 2021
YouTubeYouTube launches supervised accounts with parental controls tailored for teenagers
YouTube has rolled out Supervised accounts to help parents control the content their children can access on the platform. The feature is targeted at teenagers and fills the gap between YouTube Kids and unrestricted access.
25 Feb 2021
RealmeRealme 8 series teased in India; 108MP quad camera expected
Realme CEO Madhav Sheth has officially teased the Realme 8 series in India. The line-up may include two variants: 8 and 8 Pro. As per the teaser, at least one of the models will sport a 108MP quad rear camera.
25 Feb 2021
OPPOOPPO Reno5 K 5G, with Snapdragon 750G chipset, launched
OPPO has launched the Reno5 K 5G model in China as the latest addition to its Reno5 series of smartphones.
25 Feb 2021
RealmeRealme GT 5G to be priced at around Rs. 33,000
Realme is all prepared to launch its latest flagship offering, the GT 5G, on March 4 in China.
25 Feb 2021
OnePlusOnePlus 9E/9 Lite will be launched as OnePlus 9R
OnePlus is expected to announce three new models as part of its upcoming 9 series of smartphones. The line-up will include two premium handsets, namely OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro, and another affordable variant.
25 Feb 2021
Nubia Mobile PhonesRed Magic 6 will feature a 165Hz screen refresh rate
Nubia is gearing up to introduce its latest gaming smartphone, the Red Magic 6, on March 4.
25 Feb 2021
OPPOAhead of launch, OPPO Find X3 series' prices leaked
OPPO is gearing up to launch its Find X3 series of smartphones on March 11. The line-up includes Find X3 Pro, X3 Neo, and X3 Lite models.
25 Feb 2021
Vivo X60 ProVivo X60 spotted on Indonesia Telecom certification site, launch imminent
Vivo is preparing for the global launch of the X60 series in the coming weeks. Just days after the X60 Pro was spotted on various certification sites, the vanilla X60 model has now received certification from Indonesia Telecom.