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07 Sep 2021
CoronavirusResearchers studying whether garlic essential oil could prevent COVID-19 infection
The Center for Innovative and Applied Bioprocessing at Mohali and the Regional Center for Biotechnology in Faridabad are jointly researching the possibility of using natural garlic essential oils to inhibit the coronavirus's amino acids and the ACE2 protein—a receptor that serves as the entry point for coronaviruses into the human body.
07 Sep 2021
VivoVivo Y21s, with a 50MP triple camera system, goes official
Vivo has launched its latest Y-series smartphone, the Vivo Y21s, in Indonesia.
07 Sep 2021
RealmeRealme GT Neo2's leaked renders reiterate design details and features
Realme is gearing up to launch a new GT Neo2 smartphone in the coming weeks.
07 Sep 2021
Latest Mobile PhonesRedmi 10 Prime's first sale in India today at 12pm
Redmi 10 Prime, which was launched in India last week, is all set to go on sale in the country today at 12pm. The sale will take place via Amazon, Mi Home stores, mi.com, and Mi Studio.
07 Sep 2021
RealmeRealme GT Neo2 officially confirmed; specifications leaked via TENAA
On the occasion of GT Neo crossing the one million sales mark in China, Realme has confirmed that a new GT Neo2 smartphone will be launched soon.
07 Sep 2021
RealmeAhead of launch, Realme Pad's display, new color revealed
Realme is all set to introduce its Realme Pad in India on September 9.
06 Sep 2021
FacebookApple's iOS 15 seeks user consent before displaying first-party ads
Apple's latest operating system for smartphones, iOS 15, will ask for users' permission before enrolling them in the "Personalized Ads" feature. Until today, the feature assumed user consent and was switched on by default.
06 Sep 2021
VivoVivo X70 series' global launch postponed; rescheduled for September 13
Vivo's latest flagship X70 series of smartphones is all set to debut in China on September 9. The line-up will include the X70, X70 Pro, and X7 Pro+ models.
06 Sep 2021
NetflixSpaceX greenlighted for launching four civilians into space next week
Elon Musk announced plans to fly an all-civilian crew to space in February this year. Now, the mission is finally set to make history next week when a crew of four civilians will make a three-day trip around Earth.
06 Sep 2021
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)Chandrayaan-2 completes over 9,000 orbits around the Moon: ISRO
India's Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft has completed more than 9,000 orbits around the Moon, and imaging and scientific instruments onboard have been providing excellent data, officials said on Monday.
06 Sep 2021
Nubia Mobile PhonesNubia RedMagic 6S Pro, with Snapdragon 888+ 5G processor, launched
Nubia has launched its latest gaming smartphone, the RedMagic 6S Pro, in China.
06 Sep 2021
XiaomiXiaomi 11T Pro confirmed to support 120W fast-charging
Xiaomi is all set to launch the 11T and 11T Pro smartphones in the global markets on September 15.
06 Sep 2021
AndroidGoogle Clock alarms refuse to ring, send app's rating plummeting
The reviews for the Google Clock app on Play Store are witnessing a downward trend. This is due to several users reporting erratic behavior of the alarms set using the app. The alarms just don't ring!
06 Sep 2021
FlipkartRealme X7 and X7 Pro available with Rs. 3,000 off
As part of its Smartphone Carnival sale, which ends September 8, Flipkart is offering a discount of up to Rs. 3,000 on the Realme X7 and X7 Pro models.
06 Sep 2021
QualcommPixel 3, 3XL devices bricking unexpectedly, users complain
Ahead of the highly-anticipated launch of the Pixel 5, Google's Pixel brand has begun garnering some unwanted attention. Users on Google's IssueTracker, its support forums, and on Reddit say that the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3XL have started "bricking" with no prior warning or indication.
06 Sep 2021
VivoVivo S10e tipped to debut on September 9; specifications leaked
Vivo is likely to launch a new S10e smartphone in China on September 9, alongside the flagship X70 series, according to ITHome.
06 Sep 2021
Infinix MobileInfinix ZERO X Pro to get a 108MP rear camera
Tech brand Infinix will reportedly launch its ZERO X series of smartphones in the coming weeks.
06 Sep 2021
SamsungSamsung Galaxy Wide5 appears on Geekbench with Dimensity 700 chipset
Samsung is reportedly working on a new Galaxy Wide5 model, which is said to debut as Galaxy F42 5G in some markets.
06 Sep 2021
NASANASA testing Joby's eVTOL aircraft for commercial readiness as air-taxi
American space agency NASA has finally started testing Joby Aviation's electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle for its Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) National Campaign.
05 Sep 2021
NubiaNubia RedMagic 6S Pro to boot RedMagic OS 4.5
Nubia's RedMagic 6S Pro, set to be launched in China on September 6, will run on RedMagic OS 4.5, an official teaser has confirmed.
05 Sep 2021
Vivo MobilesVivo X70 series' full specifications revealed ahead of launch
Vivo is all set to launch the X70 series of smartphones in China on September 9. The line-up will include the vanilla X70, X70 Pro, and X70 Pro+ models.
05 Sep 2021
MotorolaMotorola Edge 20, Edge 20 Lite Business Edition versions launched
Motorola has introduced the Business Edition versions of its Edge 20 and Edge 20 Lite models.
05 Sep 2021
XiaomiXiaomi releases MIUI 12.5 Enhanced update for Mi 11X model
Xiaomi has started rolling out the new MIUI 12.5 Enhanced update for its Mi 11X smartphone in India. The Enhanced update was announced last week.
05 Sep 2021
GoogleHere's how to access Google Drive files even when offline
The biggest disadvantage of cloud storage is that files remain inaccessible if you aren't online. Now, Google Drive has announced that you will be able to access your files offline, after enabling access through a few simple steps.
05 Sep 2021
RealmeRealme 8s 5G and 8i fully revealed in latest leak
Ahead of the September 9 launch of the Realme 8s 5G and 8i smartphones, a leaked image of a brochure has revealed the full specifications as well as color variants of the duo.
05 Sep 2021
EA SportsEA announces beta test for 'Battlefield Mobile' coming this fall
Smartphone hardware has been getting more powerful with each iteration in recent years and mobile gamers sure stand to benefit. The popular Battlefield series is set to join the slew of PC games now playable on mobile.
05 Sep 2021
RealmeRealme confirms upcoming 9 series; important announcement on September 9
Realme is all set to launch its 8i and 8s smartphones on September 9. In the latest development, Realme India and Europe CMO, Francis Wong, has announced that a "big announcement" about the Realme 9 series handsets will be made on the above-mentioned date.
05 Sep 2021
SamsungSamsung's cheapest 5G handset could be in the works
Samsung is working on the successor of the Galaxy A12 smartphone, the Galaxy A13 5G, as per a report by Galaxy Club. The handset is also tipped to be the company's cheapest 5G offering till now and comes with model number SM-A136B.
04 Sep 2021
Flipkart#DealOfTheDay: ASUS ROG Phone 3 available with Rs. 16,000 discount
If you're looking to buy a premium gaming smartphone without denting your wallet, here's the right deal for you. Flipkart is offering a massive discount of Rs. 16,000 on the ASUS ROG Phone 3 handset.
04 Sep 2021
Redmi Note 8 ProRedmi releases MIUI 12.5 update for Note 8 Pro smartphone
Redmi has started rolling out the Android 11-based MIUI 12.5 update for its Note 8 Pro smartphone in India.
04 Sep 2021
SamsungSamsung Galaxy M22's alleged support page goes live; launch imminent
Samsung is expected to launch its Galaxy M22 smartphone in the coming weeks. In the latest development, the support page of the handset has reportedly (via MySmartPrice) gone live on the Samsung Russia website, with model number SM-M225FV/DS.
04 Sep 2021
HMD GlobalNokia G50's specifications revealed via Geekbench listing
HMD Global seems to be gearing up for the launch of its cheapest 5G smartphone, the G50 model.
04 Sep 2021
TCLTCL L10 Pro, with a 4,000mAh battery, goes official
Expanding its portfolio of mid-range smartphones, Chinese tech brand TCL has introduced the L10 Pro in Brazil. It carries a price tag of BRL 1,299 (roughly Rs. 18,300).
04 Sep 2021
Infinix MobileInfinix ZERO X Pro tipped to offer 120Hz AMOLED display
Infinix is likely to launch a new ZERO-series smartphone, called the ZERO X Pro, in the Asian and African markets sometime by the end of September or in October, according to YouTube Channel Tech Arena24.
04 Sep 2021
VivoVivo X70 series will boast a 2K E5 display
Vivo is gearing up to launch the X70, X70 Pro, and X70 Pro+ smartphones in China on September 9.
03 Sep 2021
WhatsAppShould you install WhatsApp mods for personalization features they offer?
WhatsApp is one of the most popular instant messaging services in the market today but for many, its feature set doesn't quite cut it. Enter WhatsApp variations developed by third parties, colloquially called WhatsApp mods (modifications).
03 Sep 2021
Nubia Mobile PhonesNubia RedMagic 6S Pro fully revealed in an unboxing video
Nubia is all set to launch its high-end gaming smartphone, the RedMagic 6S Pro, in China on September 6.
03 Sep 2021
LenovoLenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 Pro, with a 2.2K display, launched
Lenovo has launched its latest IdeaPad-series laptop, the IdeaPad Slim 5 Pro, in India.
03 Sep 2021
SamsungSamsung Galaxy A52 becomes costlier; now starts at Rs. 27,500
Samsung has increased the prices of the Galaxy A52 model which had debuted in India this March.
03 Sep 2021
XiaomiRedmi 10 Prime launched in India at Rs. 12,500
Xiaomi has launched its latest budget-range smartphone, the Redmi 10 Prime, in India.