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06 Jun 2021
SmartphonesNewsBytes Explainer: Here's how graphene will transform smartphone technology
It's hard to miss graphene even if you are only tangentially interested in technology. This wonder material spans a mind-boggling spectrum of possible engineering applications that can radically improve commercial products.
06 Jun 2021
VaccineGovernment explores at-risk funding to expedite recombinant protein COVID-19 vaccine
The Indian Government placing an advance order for 30 crore doses of Biological E's new COVID-19 vaccine indicates a paradigm shift in its procurement policies.
06 Jun 2021
AndroidApple could develop an AirTag detector for NFC-enabled Android smartphones
Just when we thought we could direct our attention to addressing the expensive accessory problem for AirTags, Apple has stolen the spotlight again with a fresh announcement.
06 Jun 2021
Doctor StrangeThese new portals bridge gaps between people, physical and otherwise
The COVID-19 pandemic has been hard on everyone, depriving people of the opportunity to travel and interact with others. While we've been wishing that Dr. Strange's portals were a reality, people in Lithuania and Poland can now experience something pretty similar.
06 Jun 2021
TechnologyHow Shemaroo intends to lock horns with likes of Netflix
Shemaroo Entertainment launched its OTT platform called ShemarooMe back in 2019 when established industry giants like Netflix, Disney+Hotstar, and Amazon Prime Video were vying for their share of attention from Indian audiences.
06 Jun 2021
PocoAhead of launch, POCO M3 Pro 5G's pricing details leaked
POCO M3 Pro 5G, set to be launched in India on June 8, will carry a maximum retail price of Rs. 17,999 for its 6GB/128GB configuration, according to tipster The Leaks Guy.
06 Jun 2021
OnePlusOnePlus releases new update to fix 9R's battery drain issue
OnePlus has started releasing a new OxygenOS 11.2.3.3 hotfix build for the 9R model.
05 Jun 2021
TwitterNigeria suspends Twitter indefinitely after it censored President Muhammadu Buhari
Not long after Twitter deleted Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari's tweet for violating its rules, the country's government revealed on Friday that it was "indefinitely" suspending the microblogging platform.
05 Jun 2021
TwitterTwitter earns final warning from Indian government following blue-tick purge
Earlier today, Twitter was banned indefinitely in Nigeria. It might meet the same fate in India if it continues escalating its feud with the Indian government.
05 Jun 2021
Xiaomi MobilesMi 11 Lite to arrive in India under Rs. 25,000
Xiaomi is gearing up to launch the Mi 11 Lite model in India soon.
05 Jun 2021
VivoVivo Y73 officially teased in India; launch imminent
Vivo India's Director of Brand Strategy, Nipun Marya has officially teased the arrival of a new Y-series smartphone, called the Y73.
05 Jun 2021
Samsung MobilesSamsung Z Fold3's in-display camera will offer better light transmittance
Samsung is gearing up to launch its Galaxy Z Fold3 model in August.
05 Jun 2021
TwitterTwitter de-verifies, then restores verification for VP Venkaiah Naidu's account
Twitter is taking its war with the Indian government into high gear. After removing the verification badge of Vice President Venkaiah Naidu's personal account, the microblogging site restored it following uproar against the partisan move.
05 Jun 2021
Upcoming Mobile PhonesiQOO Z3 5G will be priced at around Rs. 20,000
iQOO is all set to launch its latest mid-range smartphone, iQOO Z3 5G, in India on June 8.
05 Jun 2021
Samsung MobilesSamsung Galaxy S21 FE's color variants revealed in new renders
Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy S21 FE smartphone in August this year.
05 Jun 2021
AppleHere's everything we expect from Apple's WWDC this year
Hot on the heels of Google I/O and Microsoft Build conferences, Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) 2021 is scheduled to kick off on June 7.
05 Jun 2021
GoogleNewsBytes Briefing: Biden goes all Trump on China, and more
Many consider US President Joe Biden as an antidote to his predecessor Donald Trump, hoping for him to undo the latter's policies. However, reality is quite different. After continuing Trump's immigration policies, Biden is also continuing Trump's trade war with China.
04 Jun 2021
AmazonDealOfTheDay: Samsung's S20 FE 5G gets discounts worth Rs. 34,000
Looking to buy a premium 5G smartphone without causing a dent in your pockets? Well, this might be a good deal for you.
04 Jun 2021
TwitterTwitter Blue subscription finally launched in Australia, Canada
Twitter has finally launched its first-ever subscription plan - Twitter Blue in Australia and Canada.
04 Jun 2021
RealmeRealme Watch S gets a new Silver variant in India
Realme has launched a new Silver color variant for its Watch S in India. It will join the existing Black color, which was introduced last year.
04 Jun 2021
Upcoming Mobile PhonesIndia-specific iQOO Z3's variants and color options tipped
Ahead of its launch in India on June 8, tipster Debayan Roy has revealed the key variant details and colorways of the iQOO Z3 5G.
04 Jun 2021
Xiaomi MobilesXiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G teased in India; launch imminent
Xiaomi is gearing up to launch a new "light and loaded" smartphone in India, as per a teaser shared by Xiaomi India's MD Manu Kumar Jain.
04 Jun 2021
SARS-CoV-2Prior infection cuts COVID-19 risk for upto 10 months: Lancet
The risk of being infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, is substantially reduced for up to 10 months following the first infection with the virus, according to a study.
04 Jun 2021
Redmi Note 10 ProRedmi Note 10 Pro gets a price-hike of Rs. 500
Redmi has increased the prices of its Note 10 Pro smartphone, which was launched in India in March. The company has announced a price-hike of Rs. 500 and it is applicable only to the 6GB/128GB variant.
04 Jun 2021
Smart TVRealme Smart TV 4K goes on sale in India
Realme's Smart TV 4K series, which was launched in India earlier this week, has gone on sale starting today. It is available in two screen sizes of 43-inch and 50-inch.
04 Jun 2021
Honor MobilesHONOR 50 Pro will feature a 108MP main camera
HONOR is all set to launch its 50-series of smartphones in China on June 16. The line-up will include the Honor 50 and 50 Pro models.
04 Jun 2021
RealmeRealme X7 Max 5G now available in India via Flipkart
Realme's newly-launched X7 Max 5G smartphone has gone on sale in India. The handset carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 26,999, and is available via Flipkart as well as the company's official website.
04 Jun 2021
Samsung MobilesSamsung announces Galaxy A22 4G and Galaxy A22 5G smartphones
Expanding its portfolio of budget-friendly smartphones, Samsung has launched the Galaxy A22 in both 4G and 5G versions, with the latter being the company's cheapest 5G model yet.
04 Jun 2021
Donald TrumpNewsBytes Briefing: Reliance weaponizes 3D printing against COVID-19, and more
Reliance might have disrupted the technology space with Jio, but now it has its eyes set on COVID-19. The Indian conglomerate is coming up with a lot of lateral solutions to tackle issues such as combating the virus itself with experimental treatments.
04 Jun 2021
VivoVivo Y70t 5G, with Exynos 880 processor, launched in China
Chinese tech giant Vivo has launched its latest Y-series smartphone, called the Y70t 5G in its home country.
04 Jun 2021
MotorolaMoto G Stylus appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 480 chipset
Motorola is gearing up to launch the 5G version of its Moto G Stylus smartphone.
03 Jun 2021
Samsung MobilesSamsung Galaxy A22 5G to feature a 90Hz display
Samsung is gearing up to launch its new A-series smartphone, the Galaxy A22 in both 4G and 5G versions.
03 Jun 2021
HMD GlobalNokia C20 Plus to be launched on June 11
As the latest addition to its C-series of smartphones, HMD Global will announce the C20 Plus on June 11, the company has confirmed.
03 Jun 2021
VivoVivo Y73 (2021) to debut in India soon; specifications leaked
Vivo will announce a new mid-range Y-series smartphone, the Y73 (2021), in India later this month, as per MySmartPrice. The publication has also tipped the full specifications and features of the handset.
03 Jun 2021
RealmeRealme to launch two GT flagships in June and July
Realme will launch its flagship GT 5G model and a new camera-centric GT flagship smartphone in the global markets in June and July, respectively, the company has announced at the Realme 5G summit.
03 Jun 2021
SamsungSamsung Galaxy Book Go, Go 5G, with Snapdragon processors, launched
As the latest addition to its portfolio of budget-friendly laptops, Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Book Go notebook in the US market. It is offered in both 4G and 5G variants.
03 Jun 2021
AsusASUS Chromebook Detachable CM3 tablet launched at around Rs. 25,600
ASUS has announced its latest Chromebook Detachable CM3 tablet. It carries a starting price-tag of $350 (roughly Rs. 25,600).
03 Jun 2021
SpotifySpotify announces Only You discovery feature for personalized playlists
Spotify remains one of the most popular music streaming services in the world. The company is now releasing a personalized playlist generation tool called Only You. The addition resembles the annual Wrapped playlists.
03 Jun 2021
Israel#NewsBytesExplainer: How Israelis neutralize Palestinian buildings - Physics behind it
The deluge of videos coming out of Gaza has everyone wondering how the Israeli Air Force (IAF) has been taking down specific buildings in a controlled manner, where the structures collapse upon themselves without any apparent collateral damage.
03 Jun 2021
PfizerMost COVID-19 vaccines might offer lasting protection: Study
The world's leading COVID-19 vaccines, including the ones from Pfizer and Moderna, may offer lasting protection that diminishes the need for frequent booster shots.