Thursday, April 30, 2020

Poco F2 Pro Price Tipped, Significantly More Expensive Than Redmi K30 Pro

Poco F2 Pro may be launched as a rebranded version of the Redmi K30 Pro that launched in China in March.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2L1K1j7

Redmi Note 9 vs Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Redmi Note 9 Pro Max: Price, Specifications Compared

Redmi Note 9 was recently launched while the Redmi Note 9 Pro and Redmi Note 9 Pro Max were launched in March. Let’s put the three phones head to head and see what sets them apart.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2SrEFSh

Mi Note 10 Lite vs Mi Note 10 vs Mi Note 10 Pro: Price, Specifications Compared

We pit the newly launched Mi Note 10 Lite with Mi Note 10 and Mi Note 10 Pro to offer a quick comparison between the three, and to highlight all the differences.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3d93k61

Oppo A92 Image Leak Shows Aurora Purple Variant, Side-Mounted Fingerprint Sensor

Oppo A92, the upcoming smartphone by Chinese manufacturer Oppo, has been in the news recently, thanks to the leaks. Now, new images of the phones have appeared giving away the phone’s look in the Aurora Purple colour. A side mounter fingerprint sensor on the right is also visible in an image.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2WjlN9f

Tyre firms upbeat about demand for replacements

Tyre makers are upbeat about the demand stemming from the replacement of tyres in the second quarter and reckon that original equipment (OE) sector will take more time to recover.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2VSSoUn

Amazon sees possible Q2 loss as it forecasts $4 billion in coronavirus-related costs

This quarter, with government-mandated lockdowns in full swing, Amazon said it could see a 28% rise in revenue to $81 billion.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/35lL1HX

FBI head helped Facebook defend encryption he's now fighting



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3cZHzFq

Elon Musk's SpaceX, Bezos' Blue Origin land contracts to build NASA's astronaut moon lander

The three companies, which include firms of tech billionaires Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos, will share $967 million from NASA, though specific amounts each company will receive were not immediately known.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2SmPrJe

MG Motor retails zero units in April

The company, which reports only retail sales figures, has recorded zero retail sales for the month of April 2020, as its showrooms were closed due to nationwide lockdown, MG Motor India said in a statement.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3bSEV4d

Twitter gains users, beats estimates but ad trends alarm investors

Twitter also warned of smaller increases in non-advertising revenue.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3d2OxK0

Proximus gets temporary 5G licence in Belgium

Belgian telephone, internet and television service provider Proximus reported higher than expected first-quarter net profit on Thursday, and said market regulator BIPT has granted it and four other companies temporary 5G licences.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3aTG5Lq

Apple sales inch higher despite coronavirus but CEO Tim Cook sees uncertain future

China, where the virus was first detected, is both a major market for Apple, and is also home to most of the company's contract factories.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3f8qjzT

We saw 2 years of digital transformation in 2 months: Satya Nadella

As COVID-19 impacts every aspect of work and life globally, Microsoft has seen two years' worth of digital transformation in just two months of its third quarter (January-March period), according to CEO Satya Nadella.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2xnnI3W

Samsung may start mass production of 5nm chips in Q2

Samsung, the worlds second largest chipset maker after Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), is reportedly planning to start mass production of 5nm chipsets.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2Ytq10J

Global smartphone output to plunge by record 16.5% in June quarter

Global smartphone production is expected to slump a record 16.5% to 287 million phones in the June quarter from a year earlier as the coronavirus pandemic muzzles demand, TrendForce said

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VTE6T6

5G spectrum price suggested by DoT too high: Finance Ministry task force

The task force, in a report released on Thursday, acknowledged stress in the telecom sector and said the Supreme Court judgement mandating companies to pay around Rs 1.35 lakh crore has placed some operators in a "precarious position" due to the short period of time in which they have to meet their liabilities.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2Ymmh0P

4 crore users may be without mobiles by May-end if restrictions continue: ICEA

An estimated 4 crore mobile phone users in the country are expected to be without handsets due to faults and breakdowns by May-end if restrictions on the sale of handsets and spare parts continue, an industry body said on Friday.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VT1Wi8

Apple Sees iPhone Revenues Fall in Q1, as Services and Wearables Help It Grow

Apple on Thursday reported profit slipped as it boosted revenue from services and wearables in a pandemic-cobbled start to the year for the iPhone maker.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2Sr2byF

Digital retail of vehicles, subscription models to take off post Covid-19

A Deloitte survey found that over 70% participants said they would limit the use of ride-hailing services and public transport. About 84% of the people said the idea of owning a vehicle was valuable to them, but 66% said they would be avoiding any large purchase.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3d7KQmu

Maruti Suzuki reports zero sales in April due to lockdown

Lockdown has caused the closure of auto dealerships and plants across the country.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3f63nRL

Reliance Jio working on Zoom rival: 10 things to know



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2xrKEiE

Production delay set to hit auto sector's festive sales

Industry experts told that auto makers are currently budgeting for a phased end to the lockdown while planning output schedules. What’s worrying them are obvious gaps in the supply chain.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3aRNomY

Auto sector may get Rs 1-lakh crore jolt on 45-day shutdown

About two-thirds of the revenue foregone will be from GST on new vehicles, followed by registration tax and GST on insurance. Zero production also means the government’s goods and services tax collections will take a hit of more than ₹28,000 crore, apart from ₹14,000 crore in other state levies.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3aUuNqt

Samsung Galaxy Note 20, Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 Launch Almost Confirmed for Second Half of 2020

Samsung notes that its mobile communications business aims to strengthen its product line-up by introducing ‘new premium models and expanding offerings of 5G models for the mass market’.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2W7LkC2

Facebook Gaming to Host Virtual Tennis Tournament Featuring Serena Williams, Naomi Osaka, Others

Leading tennis players like Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova, and Kei Nishikori will compete in Mario Tennis Aces for a $1 million (roughly Rs. 7.5 crores) charity donation. The virtual all-star tennis tournament will be live-streamed on Facebook Gaming on May 3 at 1 pm PT (May 4, 1:30am IST).

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2YikDNG

Samsung Galaxy M01 Reportedly Spotted on Google Play Console, Key Specifications Tipped

Samsung Galaxy M01 is tipped to be powered by the 2GHz Snapdragon 439 octa-core chipset ( 4x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A53 and 4x 1.5GHz ARM Cortex-A53) paired with 3GB of RAM. There is a Adreno 505 GPU integrated inside with a clock speed of 560MHz.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/35hhpeV

Apple, Google to Release Early Versions of Contact Tracing Tool to Developers

The two Silicon Valley companies, whose operating systems power 99 percent of the world's smartphones, had said earlier this month that they would work together to create contact tracing technology to slow the virus spread.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3faQlTh

Nokia 9 PureView Finally Receiving Android 10 Update in India, Brings April Security Patch

Nokia 9 PureView update is about 839MB and brings along the April 2020 Android security patch. The version number of the latest Android 10 update is V5.13D.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2KM62SK

Apple to Make It Easier to Unlock Your iPhone While Wearing a Face Mask

Apple is found to have a new feature in the pipeline that will make it easier to unlock your Face ID-supporting iPhone even while wearing a face mask.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2Yqblz4

BMW rolls out special service scheme for vehicles owned by doctors

German luxury carmaker BMW on Thursday said it has initiated a special aftersales service scheme exclusively for doctors who own a BMW, MINI or a BMW Motorrad bike and have been working round-the-clock to fight the COVID-19 pandemic.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2KPrsy8

Resumption of operations still a challenge for auto sector: Ashok Leyland MD

"While the government has given the auto sector the permission to resume operations in a phased manner in certain geographies, with certain norms and conditions, it still remains a challenge for the industry to resume operations," Ashok Leyland Managing Director and CEO Vipin Sondhi said.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2KPpOws

Facebook sees 'signs of stability' in ad spending after coronavirus drop

Facebook said advertising revenue was roughly flat in the first three weeks of April compared with the same period last year

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2SlbEYu

Wednesday, April 29, 2020

Clash of tech titans: Zuckerberg praises coronavirus lockdowns; Musk sees 'fascism'

Silicon Valley billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg offered dueling views on lockdown measures designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus on Wednesday, with Facebook's Zuckerberg endorsing the measures while Tesla's Musk condemned them as anti-democratic.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bRIJTx

Samsung's phone fortunes wane as COVID-19 hits 5G phones in Europe and US

The COVID-19 pandemic is hitting all vendors hard. But Samsung's strategy of focusing on 5G in advanced markets like Europe and the United States - it captured nearly three-quarters of global 5G phone sales last year - plus dwindling market share in some emerging markets could put it in a deeper quagmire.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3f430Hg

TAIPA urges BSNL to clear outstanding dues of telecom infrastructure providers

The Tower And Infrastructure Providers Association (TAIPA) has also urged Telecom Secretary Anshu Prakash for an urgent intervention to get these outstanding dues cleared.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2WfxPQZ

Apple, Google to release early versions of contact tracing tool to developers

Apple and Google plan to release the final version of their tools by mid-May after the developers complete the testing.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3f4ItT7

Mi Note 10 Lite Price, Specifications Tipped Ahead of Today’s Launch

Mi Note 10 Lite alleged price and specifications have reportedly leaked ahead of the smartphone's launch today. According to a report, the Mi Note 10 Lite will be powered by Snapdragon 730G SoC, coupled with 6GB RAM and 128GB onboard storage.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2KPgV64

LG Premier Pro Specifications Leaked in Google Play Console Listing, User Manual

LG Premier Pro Plus (L455DL) specifications have been leaked via Google Play Console listing and the phone’s user manual has also been spotted. The latest revelations show that the upcoming LG phone will be an entry-level offering. The listing means that LG Velvet is not the only smartphone that the company is planning to launch. Both Premier Pr...

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/35fZ5CK

Redmi Note 9 Specifications Tipped, Renders Surface Online Ahead of Today’s Launch

Redmi Note 9 purported specifications and renders have surfaced online just hours before the official launch where the new phone is speculated to debut.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3d1DxMO

Honor 9C, Honor 9A, Honor 9S With Octa-Core Processors, 4G Connectivity Launched: Price, Specifications

Honor has launched three new smartphones, the Honor 9C, Honor 9A, and Honor 9S which will go on sale in Russia starting May 4.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3d1FOrv

Self-driving vehicles get in on the delivery scene amid COVID-19



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2yatCWs

Amazon's foreign websites named in US piracy and counterfeiting report



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3d45vI6

Microsoft revenue beats as remote work feeds cloud demand, boosts Teams

Microsoft benefited from strong demand for its Teams collaboration software, which Nadella said on a conference call now has 75 million users and competes with Zoom Video Communications Inc and Slack Technologies Inc.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3f5mGuw

Nintendo seen extending profit streak as housebound consumers switch on



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2SmcGDj

All you need to know about government's Rs 1 crore 'Zoom challenge'



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3cuiUJ1

Redmi Note 9, Mi Note 10 Lite Expected to Launch Today: How to Watch Live Stream, Specifications, More

Xiaomi is all set to host its global launch event today, wherein it is expected to unveil the Redmi Note 9 and the Mi Note 10 Lite phones. The two phones have leaked on multiple occasions in the past, and the Mi Note 10 Lite was recently spotted on US FCC as well.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3d4vPl1

IIT-Guwahati partners with Hester Biosciences for COVID-19 vaccine

The vaccine will be based on recombinant avian paramyxovirus-based vector platform, IITG said in a statement.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/35eDKd3

How to make WhatsApp call with up to 8 participants

Looking at the popularity of other video calling apps and services due to ongoing lockdown, WhatsApp has also doubled the number of participants from four to either in a single call. Which means you can now make group audio or video calls with 7 other WhatsApp users. Here's how to do it.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2KJCtBg

Over 80 plants across globe resume operations: Motherson Sumi

Around 30 per cent of the functional factories are now running at more than 80 per cent capacities, while rest of them are now running at up to 50 per cent of capacities and slowly picking up, it added.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2zHkCsr

Samsung Galaxy S20 Series Starts Receiving New Update With May 2020 Security Patch

Samsung Galaxy S20 series of smartphones was launched in February and Samsung has been frequently pushing out updates for the three phones, Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and Galaxy S20 Ultra.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3f1O78r

Realme Has More Than 2.1 Crore Users in India, Madhav Sheth Reveals

Realme India Chief Executive Madhav Sheth revealed on Wednesday that the brand has more than 2.1 crore users in India. Sheth’s announcement comes just two days before Realme’s second anniversary in the country.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2VLmOaL

Huawei P Smart 2020 Price, Key Specifications, Renders Leaked

Huawei P Smart 2020 smartphone is rumoured to be an upcoming entry-level smartphone by the Chinese tech giant. It was also stated that the Huawei P Smart 2020 will come with Huawei Kirin 710F SoC, 4GB RAM, and 3400mAh battery.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/35fRVOO

Government has an 'email scam warning' for you: All details



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2SehQBi

Tuesday, April 28, 2020

Samsung Galaxy A20 Starts Receiving Android 10 Update With One UI 2.0: Report

Samsung Galaxy A20 is said to have started receiving the Android 10 update with One UI 2.0 on top. The smartphone was launched in March last year as Samsung’s budget offering.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2ShL6HA

Mi Note 10 Lite Launching on April 30, Xiaomi Announces

Mi Note 10 Lite will be launched as a part of the Redmi Note 9 series launch event on April 30, Xiaomi has revealed. The company is hosting a global launch event wherein it is expected to introduce multiple phones for the international markets.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3f714Oz

OnePlus Z Tipped to Launch in July, Will Likely Be a Mid-Range Smartphone

OnePlus Z smartphone has been in the news for some time. It is hinted that OnePlus Z is essentially the rumoured OnePlus 8 Lite that was tipped to be a part of the OnePlus 8 series.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2YgHQje

Samsung Sees Coronavirus Hit Sales of Smartphones, TVs, Expects Further Fall in Q2

Samsung Electronics said on Wednesday it expected profit to decline in the current quarter due to a coronavirus-related slump in sales of smartphones and TVs, although the chip business would remain solid.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2We95bQ

Remote work revenue could help Microsoft offset coronavirus impacts, analysts say

When Microsoft Corp reports earnings on Wednesday, analysts expect some areas of its business to take a hit from the novel coronavirus pandemic, with lower-than-expected sales in areas like advertising on its LinkedIn social network.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VKhtR2

Cyber-intel firms pitch governments on spy tools to trace coronavirus

When law enforcement agencies want to gather evidence locked inside an iPhone, they often turn to hacking software from the Israeli firm Cellebrite. By manually plugging the software into a suspect's phone, police can break in and determine where the person has gone and whom he or she has met.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bNLntq

Coronavirus: YouTube expands fact-check feature to video searches

YouTube, the video service of Alphabet Inc's Google, said on Tuesday it would start showing text and links from third-party fact-checkers to U.S. viewers, part of efforts to curb misinformation on the site during the COVID-19 pandemic

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/35dd2Bs

Google parent Alphabet quarterly revenue beats estimates

Google parent Alphabet Inc beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter revenue on Tuesday, recording 13% growth even as companies drastically slashed spending during the coronavirus crisis.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bQblwc

China discounts, cheaper iPhone to cushion Apple from virus blow to demand

Apple Inc's discounts on the iPhone 11 in China and the release of a new low-price SE model have put the company in a better position than rivals to weather a coronavirus-related plunge in global smartphone demand.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/35pWXst

Samsung Electronics expects Q2 profit fall as virus hits sales of smartphones, TVs

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd said on Wednesday it expected profit to decline in the current quarter due to a coronavirus-related slump in sales of smartphones and TVs, although the chip business would remain solid.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2SjSdix

OnePlus 8 Pro, OnePlus 8 Pre-Bookings Open in India, Sale Date Revealed

OnePlus 8 Pro and OnePlus 8 pre-bookings have been kicked off in India. The pre-bookings are live through Amazon, with the sale date for both OnePlus 8 phones scheduled for May 11.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2VKgy32

Google Parent Alphabet Says Ad Sales Steady After Coronavirus Drop, Warns of Difficult Q2

A drop in Google ad sales steadied in April and some consumers returned to using the search engine for shopping in addition to finding novel coronavirus information, parent Alphabet said on Tuesday.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3cZXOlQ

Coronavirus: Apps, courses and more that Google, Apple, TCS and other technology companies are offering free



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2WczPZY

WFH: Google has 5 video-calling tips for you



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2YeJ1Qn

Auto sales data debate: The changing ways of declaring numbers

Tata Motors, the nation’s largest vehicle manufacturer by revenue, has announced it will declare its sales numbers once every quarter instead of every month as is the practice now.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2SfX8Bd

Locked-out auto companies risk losing billions in exports

Auto companies fear they may lose orders to Chinese and South East Asian manufacturers.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/35f67Yp

Film festivals team up for free global fest on YouTube

Film festivals worldwide are teaming up to launch "We Are One: A Global Film Festival," which will play out over 10 days and be available for free on YouTube.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2y8DXCh

Oppo A92 Tipped to Come With Quad Rear Cameras and 5,000mAh Battery, Render Leaked

Oppo A92 is an upcoming addition to the A series of smartphones by the Chinese manufacturer. While not much is known about the phone, an alleged render of the Oppo A92 has reportedly leaked online.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3cSizA2

Okinawa hikes dealer margins by 3 pc to 11 pc amid COVID-19 pandemic

The hike, from 8 per cent to 11 per cent, is effective from April 27 onwards until further notice, Okinawa said in a statement. The hike in dealer margins is expected to add up to Rs 2,000 per vehicle in a dealer's kitty, it added. If a dealer is selling 100 vehicles in a month, he will end up making an additional profit of over Rs 2 lakh.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/35byrLn

IIT students develop intubation boxes for COVID-19 patients with breathing problems

Intubation is the process of inserting a tube, called an endotracheal tube (ET), through the mouth and then into the airway.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2Ycvh8x

Number of internet connections in China hits record 904 million: Report

The number of internet connections in China reached a whopping 904 million by March this year, up by 75.08 million from 2018, according to an official report released on Tuesday.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3eWyP4Q

CBIC asks field offices to conduct virtual hearings in customs, excise, service tax appeals

In its instructions to the field offices, the CBIC said in any proceedings before appellate or adjudicating authority, the party, either as appellant or respondent, shall give his consent to avail personal hearings before such authority, through video conferencing facility, at the time of filing his appeal.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2zCZnbe

OnePlus Warp Charge 30 Wireless Charger Price in India Announced: All Details

OnePlus Warp Charge 30 Wireless Charger has been officially priced in India, however, the wireless charger is not up for sale or pre-orders just yet, like the OnePlus 8-series phones. OnePlus claims that the wireless charger can charge the OnePlus 8 Pro from 0 to 50 percent in just 29 minutes.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2Se7Xn0

Best Phone Under 30000: The Best Mobile Phones You Can Buy Under Rs. 30,000 In India [April 2020 Post-GST Edition]

Best mobile phones under Rs. 30,000 in India

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2y5w0Ol

LG Velvet Specifications Announced Ahead of Launch Next Month

LG Velvet specifications have been revealed by the South Korea tech giant ahead of the phone’s launch next month. The company has said that the phone will have a 6.8-inch full-HD+ OLED display.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3aLuw94

MIUI 12 Supported Devices: Here's the Full List of Smartphones That Will Receive the Xiaomi Update

MIUI 12 was announced by Xiaomi on Monday with a new UI and animations. The company has said that MIUI 12 will be supported on 40 Xiaomi smartphones in China. It has also shared a list of such smartphones. The list includes phones like Mi 10 Pro, Mi 10, Mi 10 Youth Edition, Mi 9 Pro 5G, Mi 9 Transparent Edition, Mi 9 among other phones. Xiaomi has ...

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2W8pdvl

How to hide files and folders on Android devices without installing any third-party app

Android operating system is based on Linux, it has some features borrowed directly from the ‘mothership’ such as the ability to create hidden folders so that certain files and folders can only be accessed using the file manager app. Having said that, users no longer have to download any random third party app from Google Play Store. In case you are looking forward to this, here's our ready-to-use-guide for you.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2SdEJoi

Coronavirus lockdown: How to apply for movement pass in Kerala

Here is a guide on how to apply for a movement pass in the state of Kerala.​​

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3clVJjU

How to send messages to multiple users on WhatsApp without creating a group

WhatsApp has become one of the easiest way of communication. But at the same time it is also a pain as you have to become part of various groups and its takes a lot of time to keep track of the conversation or even to revert to a message. Many a times we get so irritated that we end up muting the groups.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2JfsuBs

China's netizen population hits record 904 million: Report

The number of internet connections in China reached a whopping 904 million by March this year, up by 75.08 million from 2018, according to an official report released on Tuesday.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2YiLHwt

Piaggio Vehicles extends free service, warranty period by 2 months

The company has extended both the warranty and free service period, which were to expire between March 1 and May 3, Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd (PVPL) said in a statement.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3eZiyfq

Xiaomi Takes Pre-Orders Through Mi.com Site Despite Coronavirus Lockdown in India

Xiaomi is taking pre-orders through its Mi.com site in India, amid the national lockdown that is aimed to limit the coronavirus outbreak.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2xXt3PY

iPhone SE (2020): Will People Care More About Old Design or Modern Features?

Apple iPhone SE (2020) uses the same old design as the iPhone 8, but will people overlook old design for top-of-the-line hardware?

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2W31xZf

Mi 10 Lite vs Mi 10 Lite Zoom Edition: What's the Difference?

Mi 10 Lite and Mi 10 Lite Zoom Edition are recent additions by Xiaomi in its smartphone lineup. Both phones are quite similar in terms of design and specifications.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3bKqfEf

Coronavirus lockdown: Things Indians are searching for most on Google



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3aFyxfv

Monday, April 27, 2020

Norway's Telenor warns on 2020 revenue, profit in face of pandemic

Norway's Telenor on Tuesday warned that 2020 revenue and earnings will fall short of its outlook as the coronavirus pandemic wreaks havoc, while posting first-quarter operating profit slightly ahead of forecasts.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2SeBBsv

Verizon, Cox extend customer payment concessions through June due to coronavirus

Verizon Communications Inc , the largest US wireless carrier, said on Monday it will extend a commitment through June 30 not to cancel service or charge late fees to customers because of the coronavirus pandemic.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3eXqFcx

Samsung Galaxy J2 Core 2020 With 16GB Storage, Android Go Edition Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Samsung Galaxy J2 Core 2020 is priced in India at Rs. 6,299 for the lone 1GB RAM + 16GB storage option. The phone has a dedicated microSD card slot that offers expansion of up to 256GB.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3bJUTxH

Digital-ad downturn may complicate life for Google, Facebook

Demand for digital advertising is shriveling after a decade of explosive growth amid the pandemic-fueled downturn.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bNZQWc

Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes take online sales route amid coronavirus pandemic

A car can be purchased using digital tools that cover everything, from payment to services.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3aEsurh

Facebook submits detailed proof of NSO Group's alleged WhatsApp hacking

Facebook has submitted detailed proof in the court about the Israeli company NSO Group and its allegedly hacking into at least 1,400 WhatsApp users last year via its controversial surveillance software Pegasus.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bNBAUk

Redmi K30 Pro May Be Rebranded as Poco F2 Pro, Google Play Listing Suggests: Report

Poco F2 Pro may be launched in markets other than India as the rebranded version of the Redmi K30 Pro. This suggests that the Poco F2 may not carry the flagship Snapdragon 865 SoC.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3cO1ibh

Uber offers discounted trips to 2.5 million UK health and care workers

Uber will offer a 25% discount on trips to 1.2 million National Health Service (NHS) staff and 1.3 million social care workers in the UK.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bJ5VTV

Companies bet on AI cameras to track social distancing, limit liability



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2KBhRee

Over one million IT employees will continue to work from home post-lockdown: Kris Gopalakrishnan

The Chairman of early stage startup accelerator and venture fund, Axilor Ventures, also said that many of the smaller Indian startups have found that they are as effective working out of home and are now wondering whether they require permanent office space at all.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3aDTjvP

Social media rampant source of misinformation on COVID-19: Study

Joining the growing body of evidence for social media being the primary source of fake news around coronavirus, a new study has found that people who relied on social media or conservative news outlets in early days of the COVID-19 outbreak were more likely to be misinformed about how to prevent the virus and believe conspiracy theories about it.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3cQ2zyr

Honda launches online sales platform

Honda Cars India on Monday said it has launched an online sales platform to help customers manage their purchases without visiting a dealership.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3cUh30u

Samsung Galaxy S20 Series Pre-Booking Offer Redemption Extended to May 20 in India

Samsung Galaxy S20 series phones’ buyers in India, who pre-booked them but were not able to collect the phone and redeem the benefits can feel relieved as the company has come to their rescue. Samsung has extended the date until which customers who did the pre-bookings can collect the smartphones and activate them till May 20. The previous date w...

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/35aRW6P

HP to expand India manufacturing footprint with new facility in Chennai

In another fillip to Make in India, PC and printing major HP Inc on Monday announced it is expanding its manufacturing footprint in India with setting up a new facility in Chennai with electronics giant Flex Ltd that will make HP Desktops and Workstations.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VHk923

Mi 10 Youth Edition 5G With Quad Rear Cameras, Snapdragon 765G SoC Launched: Price, Specifications

Mi 10 Youth Edition 5G comes with a Snapdragon 765G SoC, dual-mode suspension liquid cooling, and a quad camera setup at the back that offers 50x digital zoom.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2yITXeq

Realme X2 Pro Starts Receiving Android April 2020 Security Patch and Other Bug Fixes

Realme X2 Pro in March started receiving the Realme UI based on Android 10 in India. The smartphone is now getting a new update over-the-air (OTA) that includes April 2020 security patch along with a new charging animation and overall system improvements.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2S9rTHZ

Samsung Galaxy A21s Detailed Specifications Tipped

Samsung Galaxy A21s key specifications tipped by leakster

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2SbEKcs

Motorola Edge+ to Launch in India 'Soon', India Head Reveals

Motorola Edge+, the phone whose launch declared the company’s re-entry into the flagship smartphone segment, can be expected to debut in India before long. The wait should be brief because Motorola India’s chief Prashant Mani has said that the near $1,000 (roughly Rs. 76,000) phone will be “coming soon to India”. Motorola Edge+ was launched...

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2y5jZbJ

Israel's top court says government must legislate COVID-19 phone-tracking

Citing grave dangers to privacy, Israel's Supreme Court ruled that the government must bring its use of mobile phone tracking deployed in the battle against the new coronavirus under legislation.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3cOd7hA

Germany flips to Apple-Google approach on smartphone contact tracing

Countries are rushing to develop apps to give a detailed picture of the risk of catching the coronavirus, as the chain of infection is proving hard to break because it can be spread by those showing no symptoms.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2Y8hcZV

Amazon tests screening new merchants for fraud via video calls in pandemic

The world's largest online retailer has long faced scrutiny over how it polices counterfeits and allegedly unsafe products on its platform. Fakes have frustrated top labels like Apple Inc and Nike Inc and discouraged some from selling via Amazon at all.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2y05W76

Sunday, April 26, 2020

OnePlus 5T, OnePlus 5 Now Receiving Android 10 Open Beta 1 Update

OnePlus had promised that it would upgrade the OnePlus 5 and 5T to Android 10, and the company is now delivering on that promise. The first Android 10 Open Beta is now rolling out for the company’s 2017 phones.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2S6PYis

OnePlus Warp Charge 30 Wireless Charger Price in India Tipped to Be Rs. 3,990

OnePlus Warp Charge 30 Wireless Charger is expected to be priced at Rs. 3,990 but the company has not given any official statement on the same.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3bF532s

How to cast photos and videos from phone to TV

If you are looking to watch photos and videos from your smartphone on TV with your family, then there are many ways to do so. One of them is transferring all of them to a thumb drive and plugging it to TV but that is somewhat complicated as well as a cumbersome process to execute.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2Y6Deft

208 projects, Rs 120 crore and more: How IITs are leading India’s coronavirus fight



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2KDY1zi

Coronavirus wipeout: $13 billion firepower that TCS, Wipro and Infosys can use



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3aF8Njj

Auto companies head for zero sales in April, a first for industry

The government has allowed factories outside Covid-19 hotspots to start operations last week, but automakers have yet to restart their plants as they are waiting for the ecosystem of suppliers, dealers and financiers also to open for business.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2yHo4CR

Kerala government hospital deploys robot to serve COVID-19 patients

A government hospital in Ernakulam has deployed a robot to serve food and medicines to coronavirus patients with an aim to reduce risk of infections for doctors and health workers.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3eSPV3x

HMSI, Yamaha calibrating operating processes to re-start production after lockdown ends

HMSI Director Sales and Marketing Yadvinder Singh Guleria told PTI that the company has applied for permissions from respective state governments to start production at its plants.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2S84shX

Saturday, April 25, 2020

Dangerous iPhone message, Zoom’s new features, New Google Meet and Duo features and other top tech news of the week



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VW0aeV

Coronavirus lockdown: 10 mobile games that you can play with friends and family



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2S8ehwF

17 data plans from Airtel, Vodafone-Idea and Reliance Jio that offer 2GB/3GB data per day



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3cNh31Z

5 Useful Features Coming in Android 11: Developer Preview 3 Edition

Android 11 developer preview 3 dropped earlier this week as latest and probably the last developer preview for the next version of Android. Here are the five great new features that are coming in Android 11 or are at least the part of Android 11 developer preview 3.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3axigJq

Researchers develop hydrogel to cool down electronic devices

Using electronic devices for too long can cause them to overheat which might slow them down but now researchers have developed a hydrogel that can both cool down electronics, such as cell phone batteries, and convert their waste heat into electricity.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2Y5EyiE

India feature phone market declines 24% in Q1 2020: Report

The India feature phone market saw a decline of around 24 per cent year-over-year in the first quarter of 2020, implying consumers are transitioning to smartphones, said a report.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VWYd1H

OnePlus 8 vs OnePlus 7T: Is OnePlus 8 Worth Rs. 7,000 More Than OnePlus 7T?

OnePlus 8 vs OnePlus 7T price in India shows a difference of Rs. 7,000. Should you spend

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3bEw7Pk

LG Velvet Specifications Leaked Online Ahead of May 7 Launch

LG Velvet alleged specifications have surfaced online just days ahead of its official launch. The new LG phone appears to have at least 8GB of RAM and include a 16-megapixel selfie camera.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2xQlrPc

iPhone 11 vs iPhone SE (2020) vs iPhone XR: Which Is the Best ‘Affordable’ iPhone in India?

iPhone SE (2020), iPhone XR, and iPhone 11 are all excellent options if you are looking for an 'affordable' iPhone. Which of these should you buy?

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2VzbQFg

Vodafone Idea will bounce back despite AGR stress, says Bharti Infratel

​​In an earnings call, Akhil Gupta, Chairman of Bharti Infratel, also said the company believes in returning surplus to shareholders be it by way of dividend or buyback, and while it has used the dividend route, the firm is open to considering buyback, in case there is any scope.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3cPyvTN

Twitter won't remove Trump videos that suggest disinfectant as COVID-19 treatment

Twitter has refused to remove controversial videos posted by US President Donald Trump that suggest infecting disinfectant and use ultraviolet or "very powerful" light inside the body to treat COVID-19.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/353pOm0

Redmi Note 9 Series to Get a New Phone on April 30, Could Be Redmi Note 9

Redmi Note 9 series is getting a new member on April 30, Xiaomi announced through a teaser circulated through its social media channels.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3byd610

Tesla CEO Elon Musk to build Cybertruck facility in Texas

Tesla CEO Elon Musk is going to build the next Gigafactory in Austin, Texas which will produce Cybertrucks for the electric automaker.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2S6wBX0

Friday, April 24, 2020

How Apple and Google will 'use' your phone to fight coronavirus: 15 things to know



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2YaPFqy

No job or pay cuts: Three auto companies assure staff

The Indian units of European carmakers Skoda-Volkswagen and Renault, and Chinese-owned MG Motor have assured employees that their salaries and jobs were safe, even though the Covid-19 crisis has wrecked their business plans and choked cash flows.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3eLEHhr

iQoo 3 Price in India Cut, Now Starts at Rs. 34,990

iQoo 3 has received a price cut in India. The Vivo spin-off brand launched the iQoo 3 as its first phone in India and the phone will now retail starting at Rs. 34,990.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3aAN0cz

Baidu resumes newsfeed function after cyberspace regulator's complaints

Chinese search engine giant Baidu Inc's resumed updating its news feed channels on Friday, 16 days after they were suspended following a clean-up order from China's internet regulator.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3cIrbJn

WHO reports fivefold increase in cyber attacks

The World Health Organization (WHO) warned that the number of cyber attacks against it was now more than five times of that directed at the UN body in the same period last year.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2S3IZqJ

Realme X3 SuperZoom Spotted on Bluetooth SIG Website Ahead of Launch

Realme X3 Superzoom smartphone with the model number RMX2086 was spotted on Thailand's NBTC certification website earlier this month. Now, a Realme phone with the same model number (presumably Realme X3 SuperZoom) has received certification from the Bluetooth SIG authority.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3cMDqov

Toyota Kirloskar Motor commissions dealer operations restart guideline for post-lockdown phase

The manual aims to benefit both dealers and customers while educating and empowering its dealer partners about the importance to adhere to good safety and hygiene practices, so as to secure all stakeholders from health hazards, the company said in a statement.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2VTsVsr

Xiaomi Touts Focus on Privacy Ahead of MIUI 12 Launch, Teases New Notes App Features

MIUI 12 is teased to bring comprehensive upgrades to the Notes app and to-do lists. For instance, To-do will support creating lists and the UI is set to get a lot cleaner and intuitive.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2yF2m2i

India can capture 50 per cent of global mobile charger market with govt support: IAMAI

IAMAI report said that the global market for chargers in 2025 is estimated to be USD 10 billion (about Rs 76,000 crore), with smart chargers comprising around 70 per cent of the market.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VAi5J3

Best Phone Under 25000: The Best Mobile Phones You Can Buy Under Rs. 25,000 In India [April 2020 Post-GST Edition]

Best phones under Rs. 25,000 in India

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2yK5Al1

Realme 3 and Realme 6 Pro Get April 2020 Security Patch, Camera Fixes, and More

Realme 3 and Realme 6 Pro smartphones have got a new update which contains the April 2020 security patch as well as some bug fixes and improvements.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3cIzZ1R

Tesla raises China-made Model 3 prices after EV subsidies cut

China announced subsidy cut on electric vehicles, effective April 23, but will have a three-month transition period.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2zslKjx

Russia's lockdown surveillance measures need regulating, rights groups say



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bLwaJ6

Thursday, April 23, 2020

Huawei Says Most of Its Phones Will Get Apple and Google’s Coronavirus Contact Tracing Feature

Huawei has said that Apple and Google’s contact-tracing feature will be able to run on most of its phones. The confirmation came after there were reports that the company’s newer phones that do not include Google apps will miss out on the new feature.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2yE2hMs

Huawei Says Most of Its Phones Will Get Apple and Google’s Coronavirus Contact Tracing Feature

Huawei has said that Apple and Google’s contact-tracing feature will be able to run on most of its phones. The confirmation came after there were reports that the company’s newer phones that do not include Google apps will miss out on the new feature.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2yE2hMs

Huawei Nova 7 Pro, Huawei Nova 7, Huawei Nova 7 SE With 5G Support Launched: Price, Specifications

Huawei Nova 7 Pro 5G, Huawei Nova 7 SE 5G, and Huawei Nova 7 5G phones have launched in China. The Huawei Nova 7 5G SE is positioned to be the most affordable of the lot while the Pro model offers the most premium specifications.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2yBAJHs

OnePlus 8 Pro Display Plagued by ‘Green Tint’, ‘Black Crush’ Issues, Fix Incoming

OnePlus 8 Pro is affected by “green tint” and “black crush” display issues, some users have reported on the Web. OnePlus has confirmed a fix that will reach through an over-the-air (OTA) update.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3eOen6g

US FCC votes to open additional spectrum for Wi-Fi use

The FCC voted to make 1,200 megahertz of spectrum in the 6 GHz band available for unlicensed use and help usher in Wi-Fi 6, the next generation expected to be over 2-1/2 times faster than the current standard.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3eM0SE3

LG Velvet Will Be Unveiled on May 7 on YouTube and Facebook, LG Confirms

LG has announced it will unveil the LG Velvet on May 7 through an online event which will be streamed on YouTube and Facebook.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2Y0Qa6x

Coronavirus clouds Intel outlook, despite short-term bump from PC buying

Intel forecast second-quarter earnings below Wall Street views as it cited the cost of readying a new PC chip and said it could not make a forecast for the full year because of economic uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VMPiQc

Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk among billionaires gaining net worth in pandemic: Report

According to the IPS report, eight of these billionaires including Bezos, Zoom Video Communications Inc founder Eric Yuan and Musk saw a $1-billion jump in their total net worth.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2KuMwtR

Facebook gets rid of 'pseudoscience' ad-targeting category

Facebook Inc has removed "pseudoscience" as an option for advertisers that want to target audiences, a category available until this week even as the world's largest social media network vowed to curb misinformation about the COVID-19 pandemic.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/350egzW

Dish announces deal with software maker Mavenir for its 5G network

Dish Network Corp, which vowed to build a 5G network by 2023 to take on the big three U.S. telecommunications giants, said on Thursday it is working with software company Mavenir to build its next-generation wireless network.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VAVH2m

How to get e-pass to donate blood during lockdown

The government of India has also introduced a new e-pass option for blood donors via their e-raktkosh service for people who want to go out during lockdown to donate blood.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VTzAmz

Coronavirus lockdown: 9 internet safety tips for kids



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3aAMwmw

iQoo Neo 3 5G With Snapdragon 865 SoC, 4,500mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications

iQoo Neo 3 5G is priced starting at CNY 2,698. Pre-orders are slated to begin today while the sale of the phone will start April 29 in China.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2KvAC2E

Israel Suspends Cellphone-Tracking for Coronavirus Quarantine Enforcement

The Isreali government had last month empowered police to requisition cellphone roaming data on those ordered to self-isolate as suspected or confirmed coronavirus carriers, to confirm that they are under quarantine.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/34YKZ8C

Theory of 5G spreading COVID-19 "a hoax that has no technical basis": UN agency

The latest high-speed broadband technology 5G is not responsible for the spread of the COVID-19 and any theory of a link between it and the coronavirus is "a hoax that has no technical basis", UN agency for information and communications technology has said.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2x0xF7g

Sodium-ion battery maker Faradion mulling over manufacturing in India

The company, which had won its first order from ICM Australia, is seeking to push its Sodium-ion batteries over Lithium-ion batteries citing "exceptional superiority" and play a significant part in revolutionising automobile/mobility, storage and mobile sectors across the world.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2XZRZAO

Setco Automotive gets permission to re-start manufacturing operations at two plants

Under the new guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) for the extended lockdown period up to May 3, the government, private industries and industrial establishments operating in rural areas, outside the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities, have been allowed to operate from April 20.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3eHMmNy

Vivo iQoo, iQoo Neo, iQoo Pro, Other Older iQoo Phones to Receive iQoo UI Update Starting Mid-June

iQoo has announced a list of smartphones that will receive its own iQoo UI with Android 10 starting mid-June.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3ePrIvd

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

Mi 10 Lite 5G China Variant Will Come With AMOLED Display and OIS, Colour Options Confirmed

Mi 10 Lite 5G is set to launch in China on April 27. Ahead of its launch, Xiaomi has been sharing several teaser posters on its Weibo account to generate some hype for the smartphone.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2S2f3uO

MIUI 12 Teased to Support Camera App Layout Customisation, Third-Party Always On Display Styles

MIUI 12 is set to launch on April 27 alongside the Mi 10 Lite 5G in China, and Xiaomi has started teasing features bit by bit. After confirming features like Dark Mode 2.0 and smart wallpaper dimming, it has now teased custom third party style for the ‘Always On Display’ feature.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2zoHqNv

Redmi 10X Price and Specifications Tipped, Expected to Be Powered by Helio G85 SoC

Redmi 10X is said to be the name of the mysterious phone that was listed on TENAA’s database with model number M2003J15SC. The last week’s listing had suggested some specifications of the phone.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3cJck1A

Motorola Edge vs Motorola Edge+: What's the Difference?

Motorola Edge and Motorola Edge+ were recently announced by the company via an online event. They boast impressive specifications and mark Motorola’s entry into the flagship segment.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2VsQCJk

SK Hynix warns of volatile chip demand after first quarter profit beats forecast



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2S2cwkp

US lawmaker says any COVID-19 contact tracing technology should be voluntary and limited



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2RZaku4

EU urges Apple to work with bloc amid French spat on virus app



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VvLJit

Google says state-backed hackers increasing Covid-19 phishing attacks

Security experts at Alphabet Inc’s Google have identified more than a dozen government-backed hacking groups using the COVID-19 pandemic as cover for phishing and malware attempts.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bxHMPX

Google Stadia gains users after giving free access for two months



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3eJiYqb

Donald Trump signs immigration ban, but exempts H1-B professional visa-holders

US President Donald Trump has issued an executive order banning many categories of immigration to the US for 60 days but it does not apply to H1-B professional visa-holders.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2xR20Wk

TIM, Vodafone launch sale of 8% stake in Italy's INWIT

Telecom Italia (TIM) and Vodafone said on Wednesday they had agreed to launch the sale of an 8% stake in Italy's biggest mobile tower company INWIT on a pro-rata basis as part of their efforts to cut debt.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2KnNyYu

Redmi Note 9 Pro Max, OnePlus 8, iPhone SE: These 13 Phones Can’t Launch Till Coronavirus Lockdown Is Lifted

The OnePlus 8 series and the Apple iPhone SE (2020) were launched during the lockdown.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2x47Xik

Realme X50m 5G With 120Hz Display, Snapdragon 765G SoC Launched: Price, Specifications

Realme X50m 5G has been launched with Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G SoC and up to 8GB of RAM. The smartphone also has dual hole-punch selfie cameras.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2XXhxyt

iOS Mail App Flaw May Have Allowed Hackers to Steal Data for Years, Apple to Roll Out Fix

Apple is planning to fix a flaw that a security firm said may have left millions of iPhone, iPad vulnerable to hackers.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3brEnlI

MHA says clause precautionary, but industry not quite convinced

The home ministry clarified that provisions on taking action against company executives in case an employee at work was found Covid-positive were ‘precautionary’ in nature and that penal action would only be taken if complicity is proven.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/34XOAnp

9 new features that are coming to Zoom



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/34VYFS5

Auto companies in no hurry to restart operations as road slowly opens up

The government had relaxed guidelines for extended lockdown and allowed industrial units in rural areas or outside municipal limits to resume partial operations under strict safety and hygiene conditions from April 20.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3bxvN4V

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 to Get a Bigger Battery Than Galaxy Note 10: Report

Samsung Galaxy Note 20, the expected successor to Galaxy Note 10, is in the news. A report suggests that the upcoming Galaxy Note-series phone will include a 4,000mAh battery, an upgrade over Galaxy Note 10.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2RVteBO

Bajaj Auto to resume production at Aurangabad plant for export

The company has received approval for 850 workmen to attend work at Waluj, said people in the know. Production of knocked-down kits of motorcycles and commercial vehicles for export will resume at the said plant from Thursday. The Maharashtra state government has however withdrawn its decision regarding restarting operations at the Chakan automotive cluster near Pune.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/34Uqyd7

Realme 3i, Realme C3 Start Receiving New Updates With Bug Fixes, April Android Security Patch

Realme C3 and Realme 3i are the latest smartphones from the Chinese smartphone maker to get April updates. Realme, like other smartphone manufacturers, may have had to pause the sale of its smartphones, but that hasn’t stopped it from releasing updates for existing phones.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2zg55zu

Motorola Edge+ Price, Specifications, Promotional Video Leaked Hours Before Official Launch

Motorola Edge and Motorola Edge+ phones are expected to launch today. Hours before their official reveal, Motorola Edge+ full specifications and pricing have surfaced online, leaving little to the imagination.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2XQAjaO

US President Donald Trump makes 2 important clarifications on immigration ban

US President Donald Trump has said that his immigration ban will be for only 60 days and indicated that workers on temporary visas like H1-B for professionals could continue to come in.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bu18Wi

Ducati India defers price hike on extended warranty till May-end

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the price hike on extended warranty will now come into effect from June 1, 2020, the company said in a statement.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/34TnJc8

Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Oppo Reno 3A With Snapdragon 665 SoC, Quad Rear Cameras Tipped

Oppo Reno 3A smartphone tipped to come with Snapdragon 665 SoC, 48-megapixel main camera and 4,025mAh battery. The report does not specify the price.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3cHyam1

Nubia Play Gaming Phone With 144Hz Display, 5,100mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications

Nubia Play has gone official packing a 144Hz AMOLED display and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G SoC under the hood. Nubia Play price is set at CNY 2,399 (roughly Rs. 26,000) for the base 6GB+128B variant, while the 8GB+128GB version will set buyers back by CNY 2,699 (roughly Rs. 29,000).

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2VGWPQw

Ericsson beats first-quarter core profit estimates, defying virus outbreak

Sweden's Ericsson on Wednesday reported quarterly core earnings ahead of market estimates, as demand for 5G network equipment stayed strong even as the coronavirus outbreak wreaked havoc in its main markets, China and the United States.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2x1kl2A

Finnish telecom Elisa reports Q1 profit up nearly 7%

Finnish telecom service provider Elisa reported on Wednesday an increase in profit for January-March quarter, boosted by growth in mobile and digital services.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/34WY9D2

Ripple sues YouTube over cryptocurrency scams

Ripple says it wants the case to be a "call to action" for the social media industry to stop their platforms from being overrun by fake accounts and misinformation.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2W1LoDx

Bluetooth phone apps for tracking COVID-19 show modest early results



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3aus8U2

Full-time Facebook workers now reviewing harmful content too

As Facebook content moderators who are mostly on contractual basis have temporarily been sent home owing to the coronavirus pandemic, full-time employees at the company are now sifting through harmful content.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3eJcMyi

Aarogya Setu app: 3 report as coronavirus suspects in UP

Three Corona suspects reported themselves to the government through the Aarogya Setu app and their samples have now been sent for testing.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bz7KCU

Oppo A72 Reportedly Launching Soon, Design and Specifications Tipped

Oppo A72 is reported to coming soon, and ahead of that, full design and specifications of the phone have been tipped. The phone is said to be powered by the Snapdragon 665 SoC and pack 5,000mAh battery.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3bF91bD

2 Kolkata-based execs using Zoom app allegedly received ransomware calls: Police

It has been alleged that the hackers have also threatened that non-compliance to their demands would lead to a permanent loss of the data, the officer said.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bv7xjM

UK made a firm decision on Huawei in 5G - foreign ministry's top official

Britain's government made a firm decision to allow China's Huawei to have a role in building the country's 5G phone network and as far as the foreign ministry's top official understands it is not being reopened, he said on Tuesday.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3boMsHQ

Telecom Italia and Open Fiber crank up war of words over single network

A war of words between Telecom Italia (TIM) and Open Fiber over the creation of a single broadband network in Italy escalated on Tuesday as Telecom Italia called its smaller rival's business model a "failure".

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2XW7QAw

Bluetooth phone apps for tracking COVID-19 show modest early results

The modest numbers in a tech-savvy country where trust in government is high shows the challenges facing public health authorities and technology experts around the world who are looking to exit lockdowns and believe contact-tracing apps can play an important role in restarting economies.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2KqPGim

Microsoft partners helping Indian firms adopt remote working with ease

During these tough COVID-10 pandemic times, companies are looking at innovative ways to perform their day-to-day business tasks with ease remotely and Microsoft partners are busy delivering remote work and business continuity solutions across industries and geographies, for educational institutions and governments, to SMBs and large enterprises.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2XWoZKm

Government has 9 tips that you must follow for 'safe' Zoom video meetings



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2Km9GCr

Honda, Bajaj expect dip in sales, but keen to start operations

Both Honda and Bajaj are planning for a minimum of 20% decline as the best case scenario, if things were to get back to normalcy sooner rather than later.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2zlV8kb

Motorola Edge, Motorola Edge+ Expected to Launch Today: How to Watch Livestream, Expected Specifications

Motorola Edge+ and the Motorola Edge are expected to be unveiled at Motorola’s live event today at 9:30pm IST. Motorola will livestream the launch of the two expected smartphones owing to the coronavirus pandemic.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3eQdRES

YouTube sees 20% surge in subscribers' base during lockdown in India: Report

With India under lockdown due to coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Google-owned YouTube has seen a 20.5 per cent surge in subscribers' base in the country, a new report said on Tuesday.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2xPjSRt

Apple to expand services to markets in Africa, Middle East and beyond

Apple Inc on Tuesday said it would expand its App Store, Apple Music and other services to dozens of new markets in Africa, the Middle East and beyond in the biggest geographical expansion of its services in almost a decade.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3cuoGu6

Triumph postpones price hike of BS-VI range till July

The company has also extended warranty timelines on its bikes which were due to expire between March 20- May 3, 2020, till June 30, 2020.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3cELzv7

Tata Motors extends commercial vehicles' warranty expiring during lockdown

As part of the service extensions for the commercial vehicle customers, Tata Motors said it is providing two-month extension for free services previously scheduled during the lockdown period. Moreover, the company has also extended 'Tata Suraksha' annual maintenance contract for all those with an expiry during the period of lockdown.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/34YClHl

Oppo Reno 2, Reno Z, F11, F11 Pro, R17 Start Receiving Android 10 Stable Update

This new Android 10-based ColorOS 7 update brings a new UI, navigation gestures 3.0, live wallpapers, system-wide dark mode, and more.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3eFywLy

Nokia Phones Get 60-Day Warranty Extension in India Amid Coronavirus Lockdown

HMD Global, the Nokia-brand licensee, on Tuesday announced that the company will extend the warranty period on all Nokia phones whose warranty is expiring between March 15 to May 15 of this year.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2VLHy0X

Canon EOS R5 Key Specs Revealed: 8K Uncropped Video Recording, Dual Card Slots, In-Body Stabilisation, More

Canon has shared more details about its upcoming EOS R5 full-frame mirrorless camera and it’s impressive. We’re looking at features such as 8K RAW video recording, 4K at 120fps, in-body stabilisation and dual memory card slots, to name a few. Canon also announced the Cinema EOS C300 Mark III, along with new lenses.

from RSS Feeds | CAMERAS - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2KnTBw6

OnePlus 7T Pro Price in India Cut, Now Starts at Rs. 47,999

OnePlus 7T Pro has received a price cut in India, bringing its price down to Rs. 47,999 from the initial Rs 53,999. The OnePlus 7T Pro price change is visible on the official website but OnePlus has not slashed the price of the OnePlus 7T yet.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2VpEsRx

Huawei Caught Using DSLR Images to Promote Its Smartphone Photo Contest

Huawei has been caught misleading the public by falsely showing a couple of DSLR images as the photos captured using one of its phones. The fake images were a part of a video collage that was posted on Weibo to call in fans for an ongoing photography contest.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3eBoTxv

Coronavirus lockdown: Here’s how to book LPG cylinder refill using Umang app

The government of India launched the Umang app, a sort of all-in-one app for all the government-related services. It offers around 162 government services such as EPFO, Cybercrime, PAN, passport, etc. The app also allows users to order an LPG cylinder refill using the app. This will enable users to directly place a refill order and make the payment online without any hassle of calling the gas agency or personally heading to the store to book a refill.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2RRYjq6

Hackers sold data of 267 million Facebook users for just Rs 41,500: Report

Hackers have sold personal data of a whopping 267 million Facebook users for just Rs 41,500 (approximately 500 Euros) that includes email addresses, names, Facebook IDs, dates of birth and phone numbers.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VIWsFj

Google unveils new Optimize tools to keep your website updated

In a bid to help companies keep their customers updated about business hours or services that have changed owing to COVID-19, Google has introduced new Optimize features and some useful tips.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2XRDpet

IBM misses revenue estimates but cloud jumps, withdraws forecast



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2ROGpVl

Monday, April 20, 2020

IT hardware factories remain shut with states cancelling, delaying permits

IT hardware factories, including mobile phone manufacturing units, in several states remained shut as state governments have either withdrawn permission or have not responded to requests of the companies, an industry body said on Monday.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VOyvfX

Global semiconductor revenue declined 12% in 2019: Gartner

With the US-China trade war distorting sales throughout 2019, global semiconductor revenue totalled $419.1 billion last year, down 12 per cent from 2018, according to final results by Gartner on Monday.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2xKNBLh

Apple shares face shield design, assembly instructions

Cupertino-based Apple has published a new document that gives exact detail on how to build one of its custom face shields. Apple's support document features a series of images and animations that show how to assemble the three-piece Shield can be assembled for a regular fit or with extra space between the mask and the face.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VJ0ZaS

Availability of components critical to restart manufacturing operations: Automakers

Major carmakers like Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Toyota and Honda have not yet resumed production at their factories stating that availability of components is a prerequisite to re-start operations at factories, which continue to remain inaccessible due to the nationwide lockdown.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2yuo6xW

MIUI 12, Mi 10 Lite 5G China Variant to Launch on April 27: What We Know So Far

Mi 10 Lite 5G aka Mi 10 Youth Edition is set to launch in China on April 27 — alongside MIUI 12. Xiaomi has released some teasers to reveal features ahead of the launch.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2Kj697V

Covid-19: Broadcasters say ad bookings on TV channels halved

The body has written to Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar, seeking a slew of relief or stimulus measures for the industry.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3brkoDE

Zoom bombs make choosing video apps harder for lockdown chats



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VMlN10

Indian automobile sector unlikely to start its engine before May 3

India stepped into Lockdown 2.0 on Monday, opening up sectors of the economy beyond the four walls of home, but automakers are yet to overcome the inertia of forced rest, awaiting the nod of local authorities.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3eESqGI

Chinese auto companies speed in despite local wariness

Shanghai Automotive owned-MG Motor and Great Wall Motors are on track with India plans, whereas the likes of Changan and Chery continue to scout for opportunity to set up a base in the country, said several people in the know.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2XOhWDn

Apple iPhone SE vs OnePlus 8: 11 things to know before you decide which one to buy



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3cxhXQa

Facebook, three Indonesian firms in early talks for mobile payment approval: Regulator



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3crr9Wa

25% workforce saw fall in incomes in India: Report

A quarter of the Indian workforce has reported a decrease in their incomes, while 39 per cent reported a dip in personal savings due to the impact of COVID-19 pandemic, a report by Microsoft-owned LinkedIn said on Monday.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VLEstZ

Tata Motors' January-March global wholesales down 35%at 2,31,929 units

Global wholesales for Jaguar Land Rover were 1,26,979 units. Jaguar wholesales for the quarter were 32,940 units, while Land Rover wholesales were at 94,039 units. In the commercial vehicles segment, global wholesales of all Tata Motors and Tata Daewoo range in Q4 FY20 were at 72,608 units, lower by 49 per cent from Q4 FY19, the company said.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3bmZ6qJ

BMW India CEO Rudratej Singh passes away due to cardiac arrest

The German auto major had appointed Singh as head of India operations with effect from August 1, 2019. Singh had more than 25 years of experience and held multiple leadership positions both in the automotive and non-automotive industry.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2RRfYy2

Huawei Nova 7 Series Design, Specifications Tipped in Leaked Images

Huawei Nova 7 Pro, Nova 7, and Nova 7 SE, which are expected to launch on April 23, have leaked online in alleged live images.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2RRTc9E

Here’s why not to search coronavirus cure online

There's no proven treatment, but the online opportunists (also add the Dark Web) are working hard to take advantage of the public's desperation and selling counterfeits.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bqTLi8

Ahmedabad-based company ties up with DRDO to develop N-99 masks

The Ahmedabad Textile Industrys Research Association in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation has produced a high quality cloth to make masks of 99 per cent filter efficiency, the highest among all kind of masks available in the country. The N-95 respirator, in comparison, is able to filter 95 per cent of the very small airborne particles

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bshEpG

Realme X3 Specifications Tipped by TENAA Listing, Realme X50 Youth Edition Rumoured to Pack 6 Cameras

Realme X3 has been allegedly spotted on TENAA which shows key specifications of the phone. The Realme X50 Youth Edition is tipped to come with six cameras.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/350nLzj

Three ways to help against smartphone addiction

The good news is that you can cut down on your phone time with the help of the Digital Wellbeing service on your Android phone.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bq2S2H

Electric vehicle sales up 20% in FY20

According to data available with industry body Society of Manufacturers of Electric Vehicles (SMEV), this includes 152,000 two-wheelers, 3400 cars and 600 buses. The corresponding sale for the FY 18-19 was 126,000 two-wheelers, 3600 cars and around 400 buses making a total of 130,000 units.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2z7dGEz

Oppo A52 Price, Specifications Tipped Ahead of Official Launch

Oppo A52 is tipped to be an upcoming smartphone from Oppo. The phone has appeared in the product library of China Telecom and this listing has indicated all the details about the upcoming Oppo A52.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2RRuGFD

Oppo Find X2 Lite with 5G Support, Quad Rear Cameras Launched: Specifications

Oppo Find X2 Lite launched in Portugal with 5G support, quad rear camera, and 4,025mAh battery. Here's what you need to know about Oppo's latest phone's price and specifications.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2RSsbmm

Sunday, April 19, 2020

LG Velvet Teaser Video Shows Off Design, Confirms Snapdragon 765 SoC

LG Velvet video shows of design of the phone as well as the colour options. It also confirms the processor to be the Snapdragon 765 SoC.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2Vllxaa

Realme Narzo 10, Narzo 10A Launch Postponed Indefinitely in India

Following the government’s fresh order prohibiting the online sale of electronics during the lockdown, Realme has indefinitely pushed back the launch of Narzo 10 series phones in India.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3bpbO8n

Hidden bug in FPGA chips can help hackers steal critical data

A team of German researchers has discovered a critical vulnerability in FPGA chips, part of Cloud data centres, mobile phone base stations, encrypted USBs and industrial control systems, that can help hackers gain complete control over chips and steal key data of governments and enterprises.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2wXfQGk

US judge blocks Twitter's bid to reveal government surveillance requests



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3amtTmn

Uttar Pradesh becomes first state to geotag community kitchens: Official

The state government has also tied up with Google to 'Geo-map' the locations of all these establishments on the Google Maps app for ease of beneficiaries, he said.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2XO3hIg

Australia to force Google, Facebook to pay domestic media to use content



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/34QVwCX

Amazon to extend French warehouse closures after union dispute



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3eGopq7

Smartphone players in India left in lurch as govt bars sales till May 3

Smartphone manufacturers who were taking small steps to adjust to the new normal were left in lurch after the government prohibited e-commerce platforms to sell non-essential items from April 20.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/34R1zHO

All you need to know about government's Rs 1 crore 'Zoom challenge'



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3cuiUJ1

Coronavirus lockdown: How to get an e-pass in Punjab

Here is a guide on how to apply for a movement pass in the state of Punjab.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VC9btm

Pandemic changes course of auto sector

Covid-19 could drag India’s automotive industry back to a timeperiod when smartphones were work-in-progress, iPods rivalled iPhones in sales, and 'connected cars' meant a roadside assistance helpline mechanism that worked.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2XK95Tc

Govt bets on artificial intelligence, data analytics to weed out shell cos

The corporate affairs ministry is betting on artificial intelligence and data analytics as key elements in the fight against the menace of shell companies as it works to put in place an ecosystem that will have "zero tolerance" for non-compliance with regulations.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3akEOgp

OnePlus 8 Pro, OnePlus 8, Bullets Z Wireless Price in India Revealed

OnePlus 8 price in India starts at Rs. 41,999, OnePlus 8 Pro price in India starts at Rs. 54,999, while the OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z is priced at Rs. 1,999.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2VFQiFV

Twitter, LinkedIn list Reliance's coronavirus response among top work resonating most

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries and its philanthropic arm Reliance Foundation have figured on LinkedIn and Twitter's lists of companies whose response to the coronavrius crisis has resonated the most.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2yr6UJw

Coronavirus Lockdown: How to apply for e-pass in Kolkata

If you are living in Kolkata and want to get an e-pass, here’s how to do it.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2ysZoOc

Government issues warning on using Zoom app, Apple announces iPhone SE and other top tech news of the week



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3alpGiX

Passenger vehicle exports log marginal growth in 2019-20

Passenger vehicle exports saw a marginal rise during the last fiscal, with Hyundai leading the segment with dispatches to various global markets, as per the latest data by SIAM.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2VTmm9B

COVID-19: Government Makes a U-Turn, Stops Sale of Non-Essential Items Through E-Commerce Platforms

The government on Sunday prohibited the sale of non-essential items through e-commerce platforms during the ongoing lockdown, four days after allowing such companies to sell mobile phones, refrigerators, and ready-made garments.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3borpp0

Saturday, April 18, 2020

Domestic auto sales may drop up to 25% this fiscal: MG Motor India

With the health crisis likely to peak in April-June period, the expectation is that sales in the quarter will decline by as much as 40-50 per cent.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2KiRXvH

How to train a smartphone to recognise your face with a mask

If you are unable to unlock your smartphone while wearing mask, following these steps will help

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3ezIz4Y

Zoom, Hangouts, Skype and other video-calling apps: What may or may not work for you



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2wME3Pk

Airtel, VIL extend prepaid plan validity of low-income users

Airtel and Vodafone Idea Ltd (VIL) on Friday announced the extension of the validity for prepaid plans of their low-income subscribers till May 3.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3biv47y

Most recharge outlets to be available from April 20, incoming calls to continue: RJio

Reliance Jio on Friday said that most of the mobile recharge outlets will be available from April 20 onward, and customers who have not been able to recharge their account during the lockdown will continue to get incoming calls on their phones.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2XHUeZv

Realme X3 Reportedly Spotted on TENAA, 4,100mAh Battery Tipped

The supposed Realme X3 was briefly listed on TENAA with model number RMX2142. The dimensions are listed to be at 163.8x75.8x8.9mm.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2XPCb3t

JLR sales dip 12% in 2019-20 as coronavirus takes toll in fourth quarter

Tata Motors-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) on Saturday reported a 12.1 per cent decline in retail sales at 5,08,659 units for the financial year 2019-20, with the coronavirus pandemic significantly impacting offtakes in the fourth quarter.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3bkwZsf

OnePlus 8 Pro, OnePlus 8 Now Receiving OxygenOS 10.5.4 Update With Google Live Captions, Camera Improvements: Report

The update adds full support for the Bullets Wireless Z earbuds and optimises fingerprint unlock experience when unlocking the device.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/34MSpMi

DICV adopts multi-faceted approach in battle against COVID-19

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles at its 440-acre facility in neighbouring Oragadam manufactures trucks, buses to domestic and overseas market. The heavy commercial vehicle manufacturer has rolled-out a multi-tiered strategy aimed at helping the community, a company statement said.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2z48wJs

COVID-19 Lockdown: Flipkart Opens Mobiles Category for Orders, Delivery After April 20

Flipkart has a new banner on its app confirming that they are now accepting smartphone orders. Even though a user can now purchase smartphones, delivery will only begin from April 20.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/34MS6RN

Covid impact: The hottest new car models will smell of disinfectant

The outlook for sales isn’t entirely bleak. Car sales have rebounded in China.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2Vl40zc

Mobiles, fridges, ACs to be sold on e-commerce platforms from April 20

As restrictions on certain economic activities will be lifted to some extent starting April 20, e-commerce majors would be able to sell mobile phones and electronic items, including refrigerators, televisions, air conditioners, coolers along with stationery items, officials said.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VHPqkh

E-commerce deliveries are safe, taking steps to protect customers, staff: Amazon India

Amazon India is reaching out to customers to assure them that receiving deliveries through its platform is safe, and that it continues to take preventative hygiene measures across its sites. The move comes a day after a pizza delivery boy in the city tested positive for COVID-19, and 72 families that had come in contact with him were put under quarantine.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VjmgZv

Uber partners Medlife to deliver medicines in 5 cities

"We are pleased to announce our partnership with Medlife, our first with an online pharmacy platform, to support last mile delivery of prescription and other medicines. During these challenging times, we are committed to the well-being of our communities and to ensure they stay healthy and safe.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2KcJSZp

Walmart to hire 50,000 more workers in coronavirus-driven hiring spree

Walmart Inc said on Friday it would hire 50,000 more workers at its stores, clubs and distribution centers to meet a surge in demand for groceries and household essentials from consumers stockpiling during the coronavirus outbreak.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3cr7Jkk

OnePlus 8 Pro Survives Fire and Bend Tests, Teardown Hints at Easy Repair

The OnePlus 8 Pro internals look quite neat, and JerryRigEverything describes them as ‘the best looking phone guts seen in a while’.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2xFCaEv

Oppo A92s With 120Hz Display, Quad Cameras Launched: Price, Specifications

The Oppo A92s has unique quad camera module at the back and has a dual hole-punch display up front. It is priced in China starting at CNY 2,199.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2RPcxYK

Friday, April 17, 2020

COAI to approach states for opening retail recharge points to facilitate feature phone users

Industry body COAI on Friday said it will write to all states to open up retail recharge points in a staggered manner to help feature phone mobile users in recharging. The association said it has already highlighted the need for opening up retail recharge points to Karnataka government during a conference call on Friday.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2wRvN0E

Hacking against corporations surges as workers take computers home

Hacking activity against corporations in the United States and other countries more than doubled by some measures last month as digital thieves took advantage of security weakened by pandemic work-from-home policies, researchers said.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3agdr6X

Adding 2 million new users daily on Meet over past few weeks: Google

The tech giant said its infrastructure is geared to handle a further surge in usage and asserted that it remains committed to comply with all the security and privacy requirements of its customers.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2KdRefx

Goldman predicts 36% drop in iPhone shipment, says time to sell Apple shares

Apple shares fell 1.6% to $282.13 on Friday morning, bucking a 1.5% rise for the benchmark S&P 500.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3cwZiUJ

Lockdown: How to get e-passes made online in Delhi, UP & 9 other states



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2ViXY20

Maruti Suzuki output to start based on access to supply of parts

Resumption of production at Maruti Suzuki will depend on adequate access to supplies from vendors, the chairman of the country’s largest carmaker said.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2Kg5LqY

Car pooling may take a back seat post coronavirus attack

Pawan Munjal, Pawan Goenka feel people will continue social distancing for some more time now. While daily commuters may prefer avoiding public transport, the possibility of job or salary cuts would weigh on their capacity to buy a personal vehicle.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2yjW8op

SIAM urges government to temporarily cut GST taxes by 10% to boost demand

Automobile production and sales have come to a complete standstill after a nationwide lockdown was imposed on March 24 to check the spread of the disease. The industry is losing Rs 2300 crore per day due to the closure, which may now last till May 3.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2VF0j68

Mysterious Redmi Phone Surfaces on TENAA, Could Be a Redmi 9 Variant

A mysterious Redmi phone carrying a model number M2003J15SC has surfaced on China’s TENAA certification site with some key specifications. The phone has also been rumoured in China with some hardware details.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2XI0sIL

Motorola Edge+, Motorola Edge Specifications Leaked via Alleged Google Play Console Listings

Motorola Edge and Motorola Edge+ are expected to debut on April 22 and before their launch, major specifications of the upcoming smartphones have been leaked.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3bkc20w

TikTok now lets parents add their accounts with their kids

Short video-sharing platform TikTok has announced to introduce 'Family Pairing' which gives parents more control over their children, by linking their own account with their kids, with a caveat that children have to approve this.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2xBMWMa

Apple to reopen its sole branded store in South Korea on April 18



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2XHLnH7

OnePlus 8 Series Price in China Suggests What We Can Expect in India

While the US pricing of the OnePlus 8 series may have disappointed potential buyers in India, OnePlus is likely to have much more competitive pricing here, based on the recently announced China prices.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2VzoGSR

Poco F2 Reportedly Spotted in IMEI Database With Model Number M2004J11G

Poco F2, the successor to 2018’s Poco F1 smartphone, has reportedly been spotted in another industry body’s database. Expected to come with model number M2004J11G, the phone was first spotted on the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) website and now, it has reportedly popped up in the IMEI database.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2Kbe5YX

How Google, Facebook and others have made new rules to fight misinformation about coronavirus

Potentially dangerous coronavirus misinformation has spread from continent to continent like the pandemic itself, forcing the world's largest tech companies to take unprecedented action to protect public health.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2RKb0mJ

Tips to increase efficiency of your washing machine

Both Top and Front loading washing machines come with an inlet-filter which is placed between the hose and water inlet section to prevent dust and minerals present in water from entering into the washing machine. With daily use, these minerals and tiny particles block the filter and hampers the water flow which will adversely affect the performance. Samsung recommends cleaning the inlet filter once every two weeks.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2XHQabB

New smartphone app may warn about COVID-19 exposure while protecting privacy

To work efficiently, the app requires many people to use it, whether they have had COVID-19 or not, the researchers said.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2XHCDRj

Realme Narzo 10, Realme Narzo 10A to Launch in India on April 21: How to Watch, Expected Price, Specifications

Realme has announced a new launch date for its youth-centric Narzo series. The Narzo 10 and Narzo 10A phones are now set to be unveiled on April 21. The company was supposed to launch the two phones in March.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2K9cV0b

Thursday, April 16, 2020

Apple to Reopen Its Sole Branded Store in South Korea on April 18

Apple said on Thursday it would reopen its sole retail store in South Korea on April 18, marking it the first site to return to business after it closed all stores outside Greater China last month due to the coronavirus outbreak.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2RMkuxV

Verizon snatches up Zoom rival BlueJeans for less than $500 million

Verizon Communications Inc said on Thursday it agreed to buy video-conferencing company BlueJeans Network Inc, a rival of Zoom Video Communications Inc , for less than $500 million at a time that millions work from home due to widely-enforced lockdowns.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3amNt20

Telcos ask Trai for time till April 20 to submit data on prepaid recharge pattern

Telecom operators, including Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea, have approached sector regulator Trai seeking time till April 20 to submit data on recharge pattern of prepaid users amid the lockdown.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3beQvqg

How Google is changing Meet to take on Zoom

Google will allow business and education users on Gmail.com to directly take calls on its video conferencing tool Meet starting Thursday, a new feature being offered as the Alphabet Inc unit seeks to capitalize on security and other concerns with rival services.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3ewuHrW

Nokia shares surge on report of takeover bid



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2KeuzzI

FBI official says foreign hackers have targeted COVID-19 research



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3beXWgY

Apple, Google weigh location tracking rules as EU seeks privacy-based virus apps



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2z2SjUU

Facebook's Libra cryptocurrency gets revamp in response to backlash

The prospect of Facebook's 2.5 billion users adopting Libra has led to intense scrutiny from global regulators, with many worried its launch could erode national control over money.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3esM4Kd

Government issues warning: 8 reasons that make Zoom video-calling app unsafe



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3esCU0h

Auto companies seek temporary tax cut to spur demand

As the auto industry stares at a record decline in sales this financial year due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, vehicle makers have urged the government to slash the goods and services tax temporarily to stimulate demand.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2K8QjwR

Auto-parts demand from China at pre-coronavirus level: Motherson Group

The recovery in China from the Covid-19 outbreak has been strong and a similar trend should emerge in other parts of the world, helping markets bounce back over the next couple of months, leading automotive component supplier Motherson Group vice chairman Laksh Vaaman Sehgal told ET.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3ev3u9l

Covid-19 lockdown woes: Auto companies wheel in wage cuts to keep motors running

Two-wheeler makers Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor have already resolved to cut salaries, at least temporarily. Commercial vehicle makers such as Ashok Leyland and Tata Motors, the hardest hit in FY20, may also do so shortly. With sales at a standstill, most companies are trying to avoid layoffs by cutting fixed costs such as salaries.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2xpZlTr

Mahindra retools its Detroit auto plant to produce face shields, other medical supplies

The Indian company is retooling its Detroit manufacturing facility to produce aspiration box with innovative ease-of-use design; face shields and masks to local frontline healthcare workers and first responders and additional products to be identified through coordination between the State of Michigan and National Association of Manufacturers.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2KdmdIg

Mobile World Congress to Be Held in Barcelona Until 2024: GSMA

The Mobile World Congress (MWC), the telecoms industry's biggest annual gathering, will be held in Barcelona until 2024, extending its current contract by one year, the GSMA association that hosts the congress said on Wednesday.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2RHInqB

COVID-19: Facebook launches resources for educators, partners UNESCO

The guide, which will also provide information related to COVID-19 from authentic sources, is currently available in English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati and Kannada, it added.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2KbLYsO

Lyft launches meal, grocery delivery service in several US cities



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3epsXRt

Mobiles, TVs, Laptops to Be Available on E-Commerce Platforms From April 20

Mobile phones, televisions, refrigerators, laptops and stationary items will be allowed to be sold through e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, and Snapdeal from April 20 during the lockdown, officials said on Thursday.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2VvfXRy

Motorola Edge Leaked Live Image Tips Triple Rear Cameras With 64-Megapixel Main Shooter

Motorola Edge series is expected to launch on April 22, and leaks about the lineup have now started to pick up pace.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2RGHgXQ

How to organise remote binge-watching sessions with your friends on the web

Just because you have to maintain social distance, it doesn’t mean you can’t have movie dates with friends. There are quite a few web resources that will let you watch TV shows and films with your pals, and will even allow you to host YouTube marathons.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bfkQoD

Toyota Kirloskar comes up with manual for resumption of industry operations post lockdown

The maker of Innova and Fortuner said that with possibility of manufacturing operations commencing from April 20, it has devised a comprehensive 'restart manual' as a guide for industries to follow post the withdrawal of the nationwide lockdown.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2XHjA9I

OnePlus Teases Mystery Product Launch Today, Could It Be OnePlus 8 Lite/ OnePlus Z?

OnePlus recently unveiled the OnePlus 8-series smartphones for the global markets and now the Chinese tech company is teasing the launch of a yet another product, likely a new phone.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2VbA2gH

Nokia 9.3 PureView Tipped to Sport 120Hz Display, 108-Megapixel Main Camera

Nokia 9.3 PureView is rumoured to be the successor of the Nokia 9 PureView. Now, according to fresh leaks, HMD Global’s next flagship is said to feature 120Hz display and may offer a 108-megapixel main camera.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2VAqlY7

iPhone SE vs iPhone SE (2020): What's the Difference?

iPhone SE and iPhone SE (2020) have several differences that set them apart but also some similarities like the Touch ID fingerprint sensor. Let’s put the original iPhone SE and new iPhone SE against each other and see what all has changed.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/3beYh3k

GoPro reduces global workforce by 20%

GoPro Inc has announced a $100 million reduction to 2020 operating expenses including a workforce reduction of more than 20%, and plans to further reduce non-headcount-related operating expenses to $250 million in 2021.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VauLGq

Wipro flags coronavirus hit, challenges ahead

Wipro, based in the Indian tech hub of Bengaluru, has been giving quarterly guidance since it was listed in New York in 2000.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3csKNRT

Wednesday, April 15, 2020

Samsung Galaxy A30s Starts Receiving Android 10 Update with One UI 2.0: Report

Samsung Galaxy A30s is receiving the latest Android 10 software update along with the March 2020 security patch.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2K7WHnX

US probe unable to rule out White House influence on JEDI contract awarded to Microsoft, not Amazon

Known as Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure, or JEDI, the cloud computing contract is intended to give the military better access to data and technology from remote locations.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3bppRuA

Amazon's EU head of operations steps down amid virus crisis



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3a9iLJz

iPhone SE 2020 vs iPhone 11 vs iPhone 8: Price in India, Specifications Compared

We pit the new iPhone SE against the iPhone 11 and iPhone 8 to see all the differences between the three phones, at least on paper.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2XCMpUQ

Samsung India Pledges Rs. 20 crores for COVID-19 Relief Efforts, Majority to PM CARES Fund

As India fights the coronavirus crisis, Samsung India on Tuesday pledged a contribution of Rs. 20 crores towards the relief efforts.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/34Dhn0q

iPhone SE (2020) Misses Out on Ultra-Wideband Locator Chip

While the new iPhone SE is designed mainly as an upgrade to the dated iPhone 8 that was launched in September 2017, there are some new connectivity options that make it closer to the flagship iPhone 11 series.

from RSS Feeds | MOBILES - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://ift.tt/2yXHtPY

US senator says Apple, Google need to show contact tracing will not violate privacy

Google and Apple will have to convince the public that any contact tracing technology to track who has been exposed to the new coronavirus will not lead to a violation of their privacy, Senator Richard Blumenthal said on Wednesday.

from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/34FP2GK

Apple launches its most-affordable iPhone in four years: All you need to know



from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/34H6g6Y

Auto industry awaits local guidelines to resume work

Deepak Jain, CMD of Lumax Industries and also the president of Autocomponent Manufacturers Association, said the supply chain is quite complex, and resumption will depend on orders from the vehicle maker partners. We are also closely communicating and aligning with our OEMs to plan for normal resumption post-lockdown.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3csrb0d

Covid-19 impact: 8-10% auto dealers face closure

There are currently about 15,000 auto dealerships (includes 2,3 and 4 wheelers) across India. It is expected that there will be closures of at least 8-10% of these dealerships in the next six months. A year back, around 275 plus dealerships were forced to shut shop citing unviability of the business when a slowdown choked sales.

from Auto-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2wGRCzN

India could define future strategy as Honda, Nissan explore merger deal

Japanese automakers Honda and Nissan's planned global merger raises questions about their Indian operations. Both companies face challen...