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26 May 2021
RealmeRealme Narzo 30 5G, with Dimensity 700, launched in Europe
Chinese tech giant Realme has launched the 5G version of its Narzo 30 model in Europe. Priced at €189 (approximately Rs. 16,800), the handset is available via AliExpress.
26 May 2021
LenovoLenovo Yoga Pad Pro, with HDMI support, 2K display, launched
Lenovo has launched its latest premium tablet, the Yoga Pad Pro, in China. It carries a price-tag of CNY 3,299 (around Rs. 37,500).
26 May 2021
ApplemacOS 11.4 patches vulnerability allowing malware to take unsolicited screenshots
Apple recently released an update for macOS (macOS Big Sur version 11.4) which patched a critical vulnerability that allowed bad actors to take screenshots without the users' knowledge.
26 May 2021
XNewsBytes Briefing: Delhi Police pays Twitter a visit, and more
Twitter learned the hard way that Narendra Modi shouldn't be confused with Donald Trump, and that its arbitrary policies won't fly in India.
26 May 2021
RealmeRealme Q3 Pro Special Edition, with Snapdragon 768G processor, launched
Alongside the GT Neo Flash Edition, Realme has also launched a new mid-range smartphone, called the Realme Q3 Pro Special Edition in China.
26 May 2021
Latest Mobile PhonesCoolpad Cool 20, with a Helio G80 chipset, goes official
Expanding its portfolio of entry-level smartphones, Chinese tech brand Coolpad has launched the Cool 20 handset in its home country. It carries a starting price-tag of CNY 699 (roughly Rs. 8,000).
25 May 2021
Space NewsNASA's VIPER will scout for water on Moon's dark side
NASA appears to have found enough evidence of water in lunar soil to warrant an exclusive mission as a prerequisite for sustained human presence on the Moon.
25 May 2021
RealmeRealme releases Android 11 update for X3 and X3 SuperZoom
Realme has started releasing its Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 stable update for the X3 and X3 SuperZoom models in India.
25 May 2021
Samsung MobilesSamsung Galaxy M32's support page goes live, India launch imminent
Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy M32 smartphone in India in the coming weeks.
25 May 2021
FacebookInstagram could reward content creators with Bonuses for uploading Reels
In today's age where social media is drawing flak for targeted advertising, firms such as Facebook, its subsidiaries, Snap Inc., and Twitter are desperately trying to monetize their platforms in other ways.
25 May 2021
OnePlusOnePlus Watch Cyberpunk 2077 Limited Edition goes official in China
OnePlus has launched the all-new OnePlus Watch Cyberpunk 2077 Limited Edition in China. It joins the Classic Edition and Cobalt Limited Edition models.
25 May 2021
iOSEverything we are expecting from Apple's WWDC starting June 7
Apple has finally sent out invites to the press for its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) scheduled for June 7. The Cupertino-based company conducts this event to announce upcoming software changes so developers have ample time to ensure their apps comply with guidelines.
25 May 2021
CoronavirusMild COVID-19 induces lasting antibody protection: Study
Months after recovering from mild cases of COVID-19, people still have immune cells which produce antibodies against the novel coronavirus, according to a study published on Monday in the journal Nature.
25 May 2021
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 launched at Rs. 1.03 lakh
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4, which was announced globally last month, is now up for grabs in the Indian market with a starting price-tag of Rs. 1.03 lakh.
25 May 2021
DxOMarkRedmi Note 10 Pro's camera performance beats some premium smartphones
Redmi Note 10 Pro's global version has outranked some expensive devices like the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and iPhone SE (2020) in terms of its camera performance, according to DXOMARK.
25 May 2021
Space NewsLunar Eclipse: All about the Super Blood Moon (May 26)
A total lunar eclipse will combine with other rare lunar phenomena on May 26, which is also a Wednesday. The event is described as Super Flower Blood Moon, with the lengthy term being a combination of several astronomical phenomena.
25 May 2021
GoogleGoogle Pixel 6, 6 Pro, and Pixel Watch's specifications leaked
Google is expected to launch its latest Pixel 6 and 6 Pro smartphones sometime around October this year.
25 May 2021
SamsungSamsung Galaxy Z Fold3 could feature new adaptive Split UI
Samsung appears to have a new adaptive UI (User Interface) in the pipeline for its rumored Galaxy Z Fold3. The updated One UI skin will seemingly have the ability to dynamically adapt to device form factors including tablets, smartphones, and foldable devices.
25 May 2021
RealmeRealme GT Neo Flash Edition, with 65W fast-charging, launched
As an addition to its GT series of smartphones, Realme has introduced the GT Neo Flash Edition in China. It starts at CNY 2,299 (roughly Rs. 26,000) and joins the existing GT and GT Neo models in the line-up.
25 May 2021
TECNO MobileTECNO SPARK 7 Pro launched in India at Rs. 10,000
Chinese tech giant TECNO has announced its latest budget smartphone, the SPARK 7 Pro in India. The handset carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 9,999 and will be available via Amazon.
25 May 2021
Latest Gadget LaunchSamsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE, with Snapdragon 750G chipset, launched
Samsung has launched the 5G version of its all-new Galaxy Tab S7 FE in the European market at €649 (roughly Rs. 57,800). A Wi-Fi-only variant of the tablet is expected to arrive soon with a more affordable price-tag.
25 May 2021
XiaomiRedmi Note 8 (2021), with Helio G85 chipset, goes official
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has unveiled the 2021 version of its Redmi Note 8 smartphone. Although the handset has been listed on the company's global website, its pricing details are yet to be revealed.
25 May 2021
Science and TechnologySingapore provisionally approves COVID-19 breathalyzer test, results in 60 seconds
A spin-off start-up from the National University of Singapore (NUS) called Breathonix appears to have found a new way to check if a person is suffering from COVID-19—all in under 60 seconds.
25 May 2021
GoogleNewsBytes Briefing: Clubhouse hits million downloads on Android, and more
Despite Big Tech doing its best to clone Clubhouse into their existing platforms, evidently nothing beats the original. Android users flocked to the newly launched app of the audio-only social media platform and downloaded it a million times.
25 May 2021
Upcoming Mobile PhonesAhead of launch, Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G's specifications revealed
Redmi is gearing up to launch its Note 10 5G series of smartphones in China on May 26. The line-up will include the Note 10 5G, Note 10 Pro 5G, and Note 10 Ultra 5G models.
25 May 2021
Samsung MobilesSamsung's M22 to feature Helio G80 chipset and 6,000mAh battery
Samsung is working to launch a new budget-friendly smartphone, called the Galaxy M22.
25 May 2021
OPPOOPPO Reno6 Pro+ appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 870 chipset
OPPO will launch its Reno6 series of smartphones on May 27. The line-up is expected to include the Reno6, Reno6 Pro, and Reno6 Pro+ handsets.
24 May 2021
Upcoming TabletsSamsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE will come in five colors
Samsung is gearing up to launch its latest Galaxy Tab S7 FE (aka Tab S7 Lite) in Wi-Fi-only, 5G, and LTE versions.
24 May 2021
Nubia Mobile PhonesRedMagic 6R will offer 400Hz touch shoulder buttons for gaming
Nubia's upcoming gaming smartphone, the RedMagic 6R is all set to be launched on May 27.
24 May 2021
RealmeRealme X7 Max 5G tipped to start at Rs. 28,000
A week ahead of the launch of the Realme X7 Max 5G smartphone in India, MySmartPrice has revealed the prices of the handset, claiming it will start at Rs. 27,999.
24 May 2021
AndroidClubhouse shoots to million downloads on Android within a week
This is a story that will surprise no one. The recently launched Android version of Clubhouse hit the million downloads mark in less than a week. To put this into perspective, it took the iOS app around a year to accrue 10 million downloads.
24 May 2021
XiaomiMi TV 4A 40-inch TV to debut on June 1
Xiaomi is all set to launch a new Mi TV 4A 40 Horizon Edition model in India on June 1. It will join the existing Mi TV 4A 32-inch and 43-inch televisions that were announced last year.
24 May 2021
MicrosoftHere's what to expect from Microsoft Build 2021 developers conference
Shortly after being in the news for retiring Internet Explorer and Windows 10X, Microsoft is all set to host its Build 2021 virtual event starting from May 25.
24 May 2021
Smart TVRealme Smart TV 4K range to debut on May 31
Realme is working to expand its portfolio of Smart TVs in India. In the latest development, the company has confirmed that it will launch its Smart TV 4K range of televisions in India on May 31.
24 May 2021
VivoVivo X60 Curved Screen Edition, with Exynos 1080 chipset, launched
Vivo had launched the X60 series of smartphones in China last year. However, only the Pro version came with a curved display.
24 May 2021
Motorola MobileMotorola Edge S Pioneer Edition arrives as new color variant
Tech giant Motorola has introduced a new gray color model for its Edge S smartphone, which went official in January this year.
24 May 2021
OnePlusOnePlus TV 40Y1 launched in India at Rs. 24,000
OnePlus has launched its latest Y-series smart TV, the OnePlus TV 40Y1, in India.
24 May 2021
RealmeRealme X7 Max 5G's India launch set for May 31
Realme is all set to launch the X7 Max 5G model in India on May 31. The handset is touted to arrive as India's first smartphone with a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 processor.
24 May 2021
Xiaomi MobilesPrior to launch, Xiaomi confirms Redmi Note 8's (2021) specifications
To commemorate the sale of 25 million units of the original Redmi Note 8, Xiaomi is gearing up to announce a new Redmi Note 8 (2021) model.
24 May 2021
Latest Mobile PhonesiQOO Neo5 Vitality Edition, with a 144Hz display, launched
Vivo-backed iQOO has introduced a new version of its Neo5 smartphone, called the Neo5 Vitality Edition (aka Neo5 Lite 5G) in the Chinese market. It starts at CNY 2,299 (roughly Rs. 26,000).
