Monday, August 31, 2020

Poco X3 NFC Set to Launch on September 7: All Details

Poco X3 NFC will be launched on September 7, and the live stream of the launch event can be watched via Twitter, YouTube and Facebook, the company has announced. The Poco X3 NFC sports a 64-megapixel primary camera.

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Amazon receives US regulatory approval to start drone delivery trials

Amazon.com Inc's drone service has received federal approval that will allow the company to begin testing commercial deliveries through its drone fleet, the e-commerce giant said. Amazon Prime Air, the company's special service delivering packages in 30 minutes or less, has been approved by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to test delivering orders using autonomous drones.

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US crackdowns on Huawei prompt chip stockpiling, proposed aid not enough: Researcher



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Amazon's surveillance can boost output and possibly limits unions: Study

The Washington-based research and advocacy group, focused on antitrust and monopoly power of technology companies, said Amazon uses such tools as navigation software, item scanners, wristbands, thermal cameras, security cameras and recorded footage to surveil its workforce in warehouses and stores.

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Zoom forecasts sales surge as video conferencing becomes a daily routine

Zoom Video Communications Inc raised its annual revenue forecast by more than 30% after comfortably beating quarterly estimates as it converts more of its huge free user base to paid subscriptions.

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Facebook to block news on Australian sites after new law, riling lawmakers



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Troubleshooting a slow Windows PC

Most of the time a sluggish PC is because of what we unknowingly do to it, the better. The best way to solve this is to weed out the problem by following some basic ​steps.

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Motorola One 5G With Snapdragon 765G, Quad Rear Cameras, 90Hz Refresh Rate Launched: Price, Specifications

Motorola One 5G has been announced in the US. It comes with the Snapdragon 765G SoC giving it 5G support, and a quad rear camera setup. It also has a 90Hz refresh rate screen.

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OnePlus Nord Starts Receiving OxygenOS 10.5.6 Update With Bluetooth Connection Stability Issue Fix

OnePlus Nord is now receiving the OxygenOS 10.5.6 update in India and it brings the anticipated fix for the Bluetooth connection stability issue. Some users recently reported of facing Bluetooth issues where the phone automatically disconnects from the paired device after a few minutes.

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Samsung Galaxy M51 India Launch Set for September 10: Expected Price, Specifications

Samsung Galaxy M51 is set to launch in India on September 10, Amazon revealed through a microsite. The new development comes just a day after Samsung launched the Galaxy M51 as its latest Galaxy M-series phone in Germany.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro and Redmi Note Pro Max to go on sale today via Amazon

As part of the sale today, buyers will get double data offers with a prepaid recharge plan of Rs 298 and Rs 398.

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Country’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki domestic sales grow 21% in August

While sales of mini cars Alto and S-Presso went up 94.7% at 19,709 units, those of compact cars (Swift, DZire, Tour S, Baleno, Celerio, Ignis, WagonR) rose 14.2% to 61,956 units. Sales of midsize sedan Ciaz though fell 23.4% to 1,223 units in the month under review.

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



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How to prevent location tracking

Google usually tracks users' location based on the services and apps people use. It even tracks using IP addresses and merely turning off the location service from the smartphone is not enough. To completely stop Google from tracking your location, users are supposed to turn off Web & App Activity from their Google Account.

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How to digitally sign a document using Google Docs

Google has a pretty simple solution to this problem. The company has added an Add-on support for its Google Docs users called DocuSign that allows users to upload a document and sign it digitally and share it with people.

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Google says Denmark is reviewing its taxes there

Danish tax authorities have initiated a review of Google's accounts in Denmark to determine whether the tech giant has any outstanding tax obligation, the company said.

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Microsoft to rebrand Bing search engine for better visibility

The new brand and logo 'Microsoft Bing' appear to have made their way to the Bing homepage too...

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Conducting feasibility study for entering electric two-wheeler segment: Yamaha

The company, which currently has two-wheeler manufacturing facilities at Surajpur (Uttar Pradesh), Faridabad (Haryana) and Chennai (Tamil Nadu), believes success of electric products would depend on available infrastructure, affordability and acceptance by the customers.

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Realme V3 Launch Tipped for September 1, Could Be Company’s Cheapest 5G Phone

Realme V3 may launch alongside the Realme X7 and Realme X7 Pro smartphones in China tomorrow, September 1, according to an online report. It says that the third phone, allegedly called Realme V3, could be the Chinese company’s most affordable 5G smartphone. It is expected to be priced at CNY 1,000 (roughly Rs. 10,700).

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Tecno’s Camon 16 Series to Be Launched on September 3: Specifications, Key Features

Tecno will be launching the Camon 16 series smartphones through an AR event on September 3. The phone will have high-end camera features such as a 64-megapixel quad rear camera and a 6.9-inch dual dot-in display

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IIT students, alumni launch portal to help JEE, NEET candidates in need of transport facility

Students and alumni of various Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) have launched a portal to help JEE and NEET candidates with transportation facility. There has been a growing chorus against holding of crucial entrance exams like JEE-Mains, JEE-Advanced and NEET in September, in view of rising COVID-19 cases.

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Steel Strips Wheels bags orders worth Rs 34 lakh in US caravan trailer market

In a regulatory filing, Steel Strips Wheels Ltd (SSWL) said these new export orders are to be executed in September from its Chennai plant.

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Maruti Suzuki Arena sales network completes three years with 745 outlets

"Maruti Suzuki ARENA was launched after listening to and meeting the expectations of a modern, dynamic and young audience," MSI Executive Director (Marketing & Sales) Shashank Srivastava said in a statement. Celebrating its third anniversary fills the company with great pride, he added. MSI launched the Arena network in 2017.

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Samsung Galaxy M51 With 7,000mAh Battery, Quad Rear Cameras Launched: Price, Specifications

Samsung Galaxy M51 has been launched in Germany, and is currency available for pre-orders on the company website. According to the website, the Samsung Galaxy M51 features a quad rear camera setup, a hole-punch display, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

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Nokia 3.4 Alleged Render Leaks Ahead of Launch, Shows Circular Rear Camera Module

Nokia 3.4 alleged render has been leaked by a tipster, suggesting that the phone may feature a circular camera module and a hole-punch screen design.

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Sunday, August 30, 2020

Tecno Spark Go 2020 to Launch in India Tuesday, Flipkart Availability Confirmed

Tecno Spark Go 2020 is set to launch in India on September 1. The phone is already being teased on Flipkart via a dedicated page, confirming availability on the e-commerce site. The Tecno Spark Go 2020 is teased to come with a large battery and a 6.52-inch display with a waterdrop-style notch.

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Realme 7 Surfaces in Alleged Unboxing Video Ahead of Official Launch, Design and Specifications Tipped

Realme 7 has allegedly been spotted in an unboxing video that has since been taken down. Screenshots from the video were captured by a tipster and shared on Twitter, showing an 8GB + 128GB variant of the phone in a blue-ish colour.

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Redmi K30 5G Model May Launch in India, Storage and Colour Variants Tipped

Redmi K30 5G may be launched in India, according to a report. Citing a tipster, the report claims that the smartphone could be offered in Frost White and Mist Purple colours in the country.

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Huawei quits oldest sports sponsorship deal after 9 years

Chinese telecom giant Huawei announced it is ending its oldest major sporting sponsorship deal in the world when it ends its contract with Australian rugby league team Canberra Raiders after nine years, blaming a "continued negative business environment."

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Shares in telecom firm SoftBank Corp fall 3% as parent slashes stake

Shares in wireless carrier SoftBank Corp fell 3% on Monday after parent SoftBank Group Corp said it would sell up to 22% of the telco's shares, which could slash its holding in the carrier to 40%.

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Huawei focusing on cloud business which still has access to US chips: Report

Chinese telecoms equipment maker Huawei Technologies Co Ltd is focusing on its budding cloud business, which still has access to U.S. chips despite sanctions against the company, to secure its survival, the Financial Times newspaper reported.

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How to ensure your iPhone has the latest OS features

There are two ways to do that and in this how-to guide, we will tell you both the methods.

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OnePlus Nord with 48MP main camera to go on sale today at 1pm via Amazon

OnePlus Nord comes in two colour variants -- Gray Onyx and Blue Marble. It comes with a starting price of Rs 27,999.

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Xiaomi Redmi 9 to go on its first sale today via Amazon

Redmi 9 is a budget category phone that comes equipped with the latest MIUI 12 and houses a 5,000mAh battery.

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Redmi 9 to Go on Sale in India Today for the First Time at 12 Noon via Amazon, Mi.com: Price, Specifications

Redmi 9 is set to go on sale in India today. The latest Redmi phone that was launched in the country last week will be available for purchase for the first time through Amazon and Mi.com at 12pm (noon).

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Moto G9 to Go on First Sale in India Today at 12pm (Noon) via Flipkart: Price, Specifications

Moto G9 will be available for purchase through its first sale in India today at 12pm (noon) through Flipkart. The new Motorola smartphone debuted in the country last week.

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Hyundai remains cautiously optimistic about upcoming festive season amid COVID-19 pandemic

The South Korean auto major, which is the second largest passenger vehicle player in the country after Maruti Suzuki, has seen its sales grow month after month since May after the nationwide lockdown ended and companies rebooted operations.

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Current fiscal to remain challenging, sales growth to return from next year: Yamaha

"We will be able to achieve pre-Covid level production targets in the next fiscal only," Yamaha Motor India Sales Senior Vice President Ravinder Singh told PTI.

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Overdue replacement cycle to drive recovery in commercial vehicles: VECV

Despite the challenging market situation currently, the company, a joint venture between the Volvo Group and Eicher Motors Ltd, expects that truck makers may find it difficult to supply when demand starts coming back, especially when large fleet operators opt for efficiency and productivity to drive down operating costs.

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Saturday, August 29, 2020

What China’s ‘new rules’ mean for TikTok

China's new rules around tech exports mean ByteDance's sale of TikTok's U.S. operations could need Beijing's approval, a Chinese trade expert told state media, a requirement that would complicate the forced and politically charged divestment.

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New phones from Oppo, Vivo, Xiaomi, Nokia; Apple iPhone SE to be made in India and other top tech news



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M&S tries to tap into food delivery boom to halt decline

Online grocery shopping has doubled its share of the UK market to 14% since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and M&S's joint venture partner Ocado reckons it could reach 30% over the next few years.

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New e-market platform launched to bridge gap between Indian farmers and UAE food industry

The marketplace allows the farmers to bypass intermediaries, optimising the supply chain and ensuring traceability to create value for all stakeholders, officials said.

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Pedaling in packs: With pandemic closing down gyms, cycling becomes activity of choice for fitness enthusiasts

Cycling groups around the country are seeing an influx of new members as empty roads and closed gyms are driving fitness enthusiasts towards cycling

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Zuckerberg says Facebook's failure to remove militia page "an operational mistake"

The page and event listing violated Facebook's policies and should have been removed after numerous complaints were received about the group's violent nature, Zuckerberg said in a video to employees that he posted publicly on his Facebook profile.

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IIT Kharagpur researchers develop microneedle to administer drug in a painless way

The microneedle can be used even in COVID-19 vaccination in future, besides for insulin delivery, the statement said.

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Poco X3 Confirmed to Carry a 64-Megapixel Primary Camera, Fast Charging Battery Tech

Poco X3 64-megapixel camera sensor has been confirmed by a company executive on Twitter. The new confirmation comes days after the rumour mill claimed the primary camera details of the Poco X3. The new Poco phone will debut as the successor to the Poco X2 that the Xiaomi spun-off company launched in India in February.

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Friday, August 28, 2020

Apple terminates 'Fortnite' creator's App Store account as lawsuit proceeds

Apple Inc said it had terminated "Fortnite" creator Epic Games' account on its App Store amid a legal battle over the iPhone maker's in-app payment guidelines and accusations they constitute a monopoly.

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Triller says made $20 billion bid with Centricus for TikTok assets

Triller Inc executive chairman Bobby Sarnevesht said that the short-video app had made a $20 billion offer with investment firm Centricus Asset Management Ltd for the assets of rival TikTok that China's ByteDance is seeking to a divest.

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Google, Apple to release next phase of Covid tracing system

Google and Apple are preparing to release the next phase of their Covid-19 exposure notification system which is designed to alert users about their exposure to infectious people even in the absence of a specific app, the media reported.

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France won't ban Huawei but favors European 5G systems

French President Emmanuel Macron says France is not excluding Chinese telecom giant Huawei from its upcoming 5G telecommunication networks but favors European providers for security reasons.

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10 fun keyboard apps for your Android phone



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Xiaomi Unveils Third-Generation Under-Display Camera Tech, Set for Mass Production in 2021

Xiaomi on Friday unveiled its third-generation under-display camera technology that will reach the mass production stage as early as next year. The new development comes over a year after the Chinese company initially showcased its under-display camera technology.

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Redmi 9 vs Realme C15: Price in India, Specifications Compared

Redmi 9 and Realme C15 are entry level smartphones that have impressive specifications and come at similar, affordable price points. Here’s a side-by-side comparison between the pricing and specifications of both the phones.

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OnePlus Nord Users Facing Bluetooth Connection Stability Issues

OnePlus Nord users have taken to Twitter, Reddit, and the community forum to point out Bluetooth issues that affect connection stability. They are unable to stay connected to a device for more than a few minutes, or less.

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Poco X3 Quad Rear Camera Setup Teased in Four Options, Guess Which Is Real?

Poco X3 rear quad camera setup has been teased by the company’s global spokesperson on Twitter. He posted four images and asked his followers to guess the correct camera design of the smartphone.

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Redmi 9A India Launch Set for September 2, First Sale Date Revealed as Well

Redmi 9A is set to launch in India on September 2, Xiaomi announced through its social media channels on Friday. The new smartphone will be the third model in the Redmi 9 series in the country — after the Redmi 9 Prime and Redmi 9.

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iPhone 12 Pro Max Specifications Surface in Detail, Price Could Be Identical to iPhone 11 Pro Max

Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max specifications have purportedly been leaked in detail. A tipster has posted a series of screenshots that apparently compare the iPhone 12 Pro Max with the iPhone 11 Pro Max.

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Realme 7 Specifications Leaked Ahead of Launch, Tipped to Come With Helio G95 SoC, 5,000mAh Battery

Realme 7 specifications have been allegedly leaked, ahead of its India launch on September 3. The leak follows the Realme 7 Pro specifications leak that was shared by the same tipster on Twitter.

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Walmart joins Microsoft bid for TikTok as CEO of social media app quits

CEO Kevin Mayer, a high-profile former Disney executive, is leaving three months after joining TikTok, in the middle of negotiations to sell the Chinese-owned short-form video app's U.S. operations to Microsoft Corp or Oracle Corp .

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Fortnite's new season is here, but not for Apple users

Epic Games launched the new season of hit video game "Fortnite" on Thursday, pitting Marvel super heroes against Fantastic Four-villain Galactus in the first update to exclude iPhone and iPad users due to a legal fight with Apple Inc.

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TikTok booms in Southeast Asia as it picks path through political minefields



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US seeks to seize 280 cryptocurrency accounts tied to North Korean hacks

Earlier court filings detailed what U.S. authorities have characterized as Pyongyang's use of hackers to circumvent sanctions.

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Thursday, August 27, 2020

Redmi 9i Said to Launch in India Soon, May Be a Rebranded Redmi 9A

Redmi 9i may be Xiaomi’s next budget friendly offering in the Redmi 9 series in India. It is expected to be a rebranded Redmi 9A that launched in Malaysia back in June, along with the Redmi 9C.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 Launch Set for September 1, Pricing Suggested

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 is set to receive an official announcement at the Unpacked Part 2 virtual event on September 1. Meanwhile, the Samsung UK retail site has been spotted spilling the beans on the price and shipments of the smartphone.

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Sony Xperia 5 II Specifications, Renders Leaked: Snapdragon 865 SoC, 120Hz Display and All That We Know

Sony Xperia 5 II full details have been leaked. A report says that the phone will sport a 6.1-inch display, Snapdragon 865 SoC, 8GB of RAM, 128Gb of storage and a triple rear camera setup.

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GoPro Launches Live Streaming Service for Plus Subscribers

GoPro said on Thursday its premium GoPro Plus subscribers can now live stream their treks, rides, and swims directly on to its website.

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Facebook says Apple rejected its attempt to tell users about App Store fees

Facebook said that Apple Inc rejected its attempt to tell users the iPhone maker would take a 30% cut of sales in a new online events feature, forcing Facebook to remove the message to get the tool to users. It said that Apple cited an App Store rule that bars developers from showing "irrelevant" info.

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Elon Musk confirms Tesla Nevada factory was target of 'serious' cyberattack

Elon Musk said that Tesla Inc's factory in Nevada was a target of a "serious" cybersecurity attack, confirming a media report that claimed an employee of the company helped the Federal Bureau of Investigation(FBI) thwart the attack. "This was a serious attack," Musk said in a tweet.

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Dell's quarterly results beat estimates on remote work boost



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New Zealand bourse crashes for fourth day after cyberattacks



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Maruti Suzuki launches vehicle subscription programme for consumers

Subscribe programme offers solutions for consumers who are seeking to experience the benefits of owning a car without purchasing it. Customers can choose to subscribe a new Swift, Dzire, Vitara Brezza and Ertiga from Maruti Suzuki ARENA and a new Baleno, Ciaz and XL6 from NEXA for a period of 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42 and 48 months.

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Infinix Zero 8 With Helio G90T SoC, 90Hz Refresh Rate, 33W Fast Charging Support Launched: Price, Specifications

Infinix Zero 8 has been launched in Indonesia. It will go on sale starting August 31 and is priced at IDR 3,099,000 (roughly Rs. 15,700) for a limited time.

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Xiaomi Redmi 9 vs Realme Narzo 10A vs Nokia C3 vs Samsung Galaxy M01s: The best new smartphone under Rs 10,000



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Realme Narzo 10A to Go on Sale in India Once Again Today via Flipkart, Realme.com: Price, Specifications

The Realme Narzo 10A base 3GB RAM + 32GB storage variant carries a price tag of Rs. 8,999 while its 4GB + 64GB storage model is available at Rs. 9,999. Both the models come in So Blue and So White colour options, and they are available to purchase on Realme.com and Flipkart.

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Nubia Red Magic 5S Pre-Orders Begin Globally, Price Revealed for Various Regions

Nubia Red Magic 5S is now available for pre-ders globally at a starting price of EUR 579 (roughly Rs. 51,000). The phone is not available in India yet.

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Samsung Trials Work-From-Home in South Korea Amid Coronavirus Resurgence

Samsung plans to allow some workers in South Korea to work from home in September under a pilot programme, a company official said, as the country battles a resurgence in coronavirus cases.

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Redmi 9 With Dual Rear Cameras, MediaTek Helio G35 SoC Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Redmi 9 has been launched in India as the latest budget smartphone by Xiaomi. The Redmi 9 is a slightly tweaked variant of the Redmi 9C that was launched in Malaysia in late June.

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iPhone 12 Pro Max Tipped to Come With LiDAR Sensor, 120Hz Refresh Rate

iPhone 12 Pro Max is also tipped to come with smaller bezels, a larger display that makes the wide notch ‘appear’ smaller, and flat slightly curved edges for a smooth overall design. The device is reported to come with camera features like enhanced night mode, advanced nose reduction, but depth video, and zoom.

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Samsung Galaxy M51 India Launch Teased by Amazon, Quad Rear Cameras Confirmed

Samsung Galaxy M51 launch in India has been teased by Amazon. The online marketplace has created a microsite that gives us a glimpse of the new Samsung phone.

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Canon Cameras Now Support Automatic Backup to Google Photos via Android, iOS App

Canon’s image.canon app on Android and iOS now supports automatic backup to Google Photos. This lets you backup pictures taken with a compatible Canon camera directly to Google’s cloud service.

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Wednesday, August 26, 2020

Realme 2 Pro Starts Receiving August 2020 Software Update with New Features and Key Optimisations

Realme has started rolling out the August 2020 update for Realme 2 Pro, bringing along with it some key optimisations and system improvements. The update will add features like the ability to long press an icon to uninstall an app and an optimised flight mode.

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DJI Osmo Mobile 4 With Magnetic Mount, Gesture Control Launched

DJI Osmo Mobile 4 has been launched and is currently on sale in the US. It comes with impressive features like magnetic mounting, gesture control, and more. It is priced at $149 (roughly Rs. 11,000).

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$200 billion and counting: The world's richest man's net worth

Amazon Founder and CEO Jeff Bezos has become the first person ever whose net worth soared over $200 billion, according to Forbes and Bloomberg Billionaires Index. The net worth of the world's richest person went up by $4.9 billion after Amazon stock edged up two per cent, Forbes reported.

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Apple iPhones won't get 'Fortnite' updates as Epic Games digs in

Popular game "Fortnite" on iPhones will not get updates after Epic Games decried Apple Inc's App Store "monopoly" & said it will not remove a direct payment feature. A legal battle ensued after Epic rolled out its own method of in-game purchases for "Fortnite" on Apple's App Store earlier this month.

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Honda goes small with first all-electric car

The Honda e, released in Europe earlier this month, is a compact model meant solely for city driving.

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Samsung Electronics trials work-from-home as South Korea battles virus resurgence: Official

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd plans to allow some workers in South Korea to work from home in September under a pilot programme, a company official said, as the country battles a resurgence in novel coronavirus cases.

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Alibaba puts India investment plan on hold amid China tensions: Sources

China's Alibaba Group has put on hold plans to invest in Indian companies, two sources aware of the plans told. This comes amid souring business relations and rising political tension between the two nations after a clash on their Himalayan border.

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Uber plans to expand services across Quebec this fall

The company did not give a specific date for the expansion of its service throughout the province.

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Auto components major Motherson expects demand to be normal by October

VC Sehgal, chairman of Motherson Sumi Systems Limited (MSSL), said while recovery in demand in India after the lockdown has been weak compared with markets in China, Korea and Japan, automakers across segments have restarted operations and are growing on a sequential basis in the local market.

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M&M focused on boosting demand, securing supplies: Rajesh Jejurikar, executive director of Mahindra & Mahindra

Rural demand is quite robust for XUV 500, Bolero and Scorpio. There is good traction for pick-up trucks, too. The overall demand is much better than what we thought out to be, Jejurikar said.

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Tractor makers hope to ride on festive demand for sales growth

The country’s largest tractor maker, Mahindra & Mahindra, which managed 100% capacity utilisation a few times in June and early July along with rivals Tafe, Escorts and Sonalika, said it was on path to improved sales from August to December driven by positive sentiments.

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Realme 7 Pro, Realme 7 Launch in India Set for September 3

Realme 7 Pro and Realme 7 are set to launch in India on September 3, Realme on Thursday revealed through an invite sent to the media. The Realme 7 series has also been teased for a faster experience.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 with 13MP in-display camera to go on sale today via Amazon

Base variant of Redmi Note 9 packs 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. It can be purchased at Rs 11,999

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Maharashtra Cabinet decides to exempt tax for commercial vehicles from April 1 to September 30

The decision has been taken in view of losses incurred by the commercial vehicles and goods carriers, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, said Maharashtra Chief Minister's Office.

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Google Chrome is getting faster tabs, support for QR codes and more



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Realme C15 to Go on Its First Sale in India Today via Flipkart, Realme.com: Price, Specifications

Realme C15 will go on sale via Flipkart and Realme.com at 12pm (noon) today. The phone will be made available in Power Blue and Power Silver colour options. The offline sales of Realme C15 will open September 3.

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Redmi Note 9 to Go on Sale in India Today at 12 Noon via Amazon, Mi.com: Price, Specifications

Redmi Note 9 is set to go on sale in India today. The Redmi phone will be available for purchase through Amazon and Mi.com at 12pm (noon).

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Redmi K20 Pro 6GB Variant Gets a Temporary Price Cut in India, Available at Rs 22,999 Till August 31

Redmi K20 Pro 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant will be available for Rs 22,999 on Amazon, Flipkart, Mi.com and retail stores till August 31. The smartphone has got a temporary price cut of Rs 4,000 in India.

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Canada court blocks release of more documents to Huawei's Meng Wanzhou



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Marvel's Avengers game to get early access on Google Stadia

Marvel's Avengers by Square Enix is one of the exciting new games coming to Google's Cloud gaming service Stadia on September 1 with 72-hour early access.

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Epic Games wins against Apple on Unreal Engine, loses Fortnite

A US judge has ruled that Apple cannot delete the developer account of Epic Games that supports open and real-time 3D creation platform Unreal Engine but can keep the Fortnite game away from App Store for violating its policies. Fortnite was removed from the Apple App Store on August 13

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Honda drives in new Jazz premium hatchback; prices start at Rs 7.5 lakh

The new version comes with refreshed looks, premium styling, a new flagship ZX trim along with other features, the Japanese automaker said in a statement.

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LG Wing Leaked Video Offers First Look at Unique T-Shaped Dual Screens in Action

LG Wing, the South Korean tech giant’s rumoured dual-screen phone, has reportedly been leaked through a video giving us a first look at its unique design.

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Mi 10 Now Available on Flipkart, Xiaomi Announces on Twitter

Mi 10 is now available on Flipkart, Xiaomi announced through its Mi India Twitter handle. The phone was previously only available through Amazon and Mi.com. Both the phone’s storage variants are available on Flipkart.

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Realme Narzo 20, Realme Narzo 20 Pro Rumoured to Be in the Works

Realme Narzo 20 and Narzo 20 Pro are rumoured to be in the works and would debut soon in the market. The Chinese smartphone brand unveiled the Narzo series in India with the launch of the Narzo 10 and Nazro 10A in May this year.

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Vivo Y20, Vivo Y20i With 5,000mAh Battery, Triple Rear Cameras Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Vivo V20 and Vivo Y20i phones have been launched in India with Snapdragon 460 SoC and triple camera setup at the back. The two phones have very few differences, with the main one being the RAM on the two phones.

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Gionee M30 With Massive 10,000mAh Battery, 8GB RAM Launched: Price, Specifications

Gionee M30 has been launched in China. The phone sports a rugged look with leather-like finish on the back and it has a metal frame. It sports one rear camera, a single front snapper, and a massive 10,000mAh battery.

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Sony Xperia 8 Lite With Dual Rear Cameras, Snapdragon 630 SoC Launched: Price, Specifications

Sony Xperia 8 Lite has launched in Japan as the latest budget offering from the tech giant. The phone has almost identical specifications as the Sony Xperia 10 that was launched last year at MWC, and even the design aesthetic is almost the same.

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Asus ZenFone 7, ZenFone 7 Pro With Flip Camera, 90Hz AMOLED Display Launched: Price, Specifications

Asus ZenFone 7 and ZenFone 7 Pro have been unveiled as the latest smartphone models by the Taiwanese giant. Both new ZenFone smartphones come with a motorised flip camera that works similar to the camera system available on last year’s Zenfone 6.

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Oppo F17 Pro, Oppo F17 Launch in India Set for September 2

Oppo F17 Pro and Oppo F17 are set to launch in India on September 2, Oppo announced on Thursday. The launch date revelation comes just days after the Chinese company started teasing the Oppo F17 series in the country.

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Realme X2 Pro Starts Receiving August 2020 Update in India With DC Dimming, Smooth Scrolling, and More

Realme X2 Pro is now receiving its August 2020 update and this update brings along the latest security patch along with other optimisations and system improvements.

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HCL Tech to organise virtual recruitment drive in Nagpur on Aug 29-30

IT services major HCL Technologies said it will organise a virtual mega recruitment drive in Nagpur on August 29 and 30. "This year, we are offering over 800 job opportunities for experienced professionals at HCL Technologies campus in MIHAN, Nagpur.

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Promising prospects: Maruti Suzuki hopeful yet guarded about sales growth

The auto major had posted total sales of 1,08,064 units in July 2020. Resultantly, the figure showed a growth of 88.2 per cent over June 2020 and a fall of 1.1 per cent over July 2019. Moreover, domestic sales touched the 1,00,000-mark showing a growth of 1.8 per cent when compared to July last year's domestic sales.

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Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Wirecard lays off more than half of remaining staff in Germany



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Canada has effectively moved to block China's Huawei from 5G, but can't say so

Canada is the only member of the Five Eyes intelligence-sharing network that has not formally blocked Huawei from 5G networks, but it has effectively done just that, delaying a decision long enough to force telecom companies to exclude the Chinese gear maker.

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Facebook plans news service launch in UK, India, Brazil



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Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro Max with Android 10 and Snapdragon 720G to go on sale today via Amazon

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro Max has three RAM and storage variants- The base model packs 6GB RAM and 64GB ROM. It is priced at Rs 16,999

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5 biggest smartphone companies in the world



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Asus ZenFone 7 Series Launching Today: How to Watch Live Stream, Expected Specifications

Asus ZenFone 7 is set to launch today. Asus is hosting the global debut event for ZenFone 7 series that will be livestreamed. It is set to begin at 2pm local time (11.30am IST).

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Redmi Note 9 Pro Max to Go on Sale in India Today at 12 Noon via Amazon, Mi.com: Price, Specifications

Redmi Note 9 Pro Max is all set to go on sale in India today. The Redmi smartphone that was launched in the country in March is one of the popular options in sub-Rs. 20,000 price segment.

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Gionee Max With 5,000mAh Battery, Unisoc 9863A SoC Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Gionee Max smartphone has been launched in India, marking the return of the brand in the country after about a year. The Gionee Max comes with an octa-core processor, dual rear cameras, and a large battery at an entry-level price. It comes in a single RAM and storage configuration, and three colour options.

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Samsung Galaxy Note Range May Be Discontinued Next Year, Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Expected to Have S Pen Support: Report

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra will reportedly come with the S Pen next year. The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is expected to be the most premium model of the lot, sitting alongside the presumed Samsung Galaxy S21 and Samsung Galaxy S21+. With the reported addition of the S Pen in the Galaxy S series, Samsung could break the tradition of keeping it exclu...

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Realme Rolling Out Smooth Scrolling Feature to Its Phones as a Part of Realme UI

Realme has started rolling out a Smooth Scrolling feature for its Realme UI custom Android software to its users. This feature will allow for a visually smoother and faster effect while scrolling upwards and downwards.

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Samsung Galaxy M51 Leaked Renders Show Off Two Colour Options; More Specifications Tipped

Samsung Galaxy M51 renders and specifications have been leaked hinting at what to expect from the upcoming smartphone. A lot of the specifications were previously leaked, and this new piece of information seems to reaffirm them.

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Gionee K3 Pro With Triple Rear Cameras, 4,000mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications

Gionee K3 Pro is priced in China starting at CNY 699. The device is already on sale on JD.com and has been made available in Jade Green and Pearl White colour options. The phone is listed to run on Android Pie and pack a 4,000mAh battery.

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Oppo A53 2020 With Triple Rear Cameras, Snapdragon 460 SoC Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Oppo A53 2020 has been launched as Oppo’s latest answer to Realme, Samsung, and Xiaomi. The Oppo A53 2020 comes with triple rear cameras and features a 90Hz display.

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Realme X7 Pro Listing Goes Live on E-Retailer Ahead of Launch, Key Specifications and Design Tipped

Realme X7 and Realme X7 Pro phones are all set to launch on September 1. Ahead of the launch, the Realme X7 Pro listing has gone live on Chinese e-retailer JD.com.

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'Inclined' to block Apple's move to hamper Epic's Unreal Engine: Judge

A federal judge said she was "inclined" to grant Epic Games' request to block Apple Inc's move to terminate the "Fortnite" creator's developer accounts and said she saw "no competition" to Apple's App Store on the iPhone.

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TikTok says it has 'no choice' but to sue Trump administration over threatened US ban

TikTok has sued the Trump administration over executive order banning transactions in the United States with the popular video-sharing app. It also said the administration has ignored its "extensive efforts" to address its concerns, and accused Trump of politicizing the dispute by calling for a ban on TikTok in an Aug. 6 executive order. "

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Facebook says plans to challenge Thai govt demand to block group critical of monarchy



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Chip designer Arm to pause spin-off of its software units to SoftBank



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Monday, August 24, 2020

Nokia 125, Nokia 150 (2020) Feature Phones With 23.4 Days Standby, FM Radio, Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Nokia 125 and Nokia 150 (2020) feature phones have been launched in India after making their global debut in in May. They come with entry-level specifications and a price tag to match.

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Oppo F17 Pro Key Specifications Revealed: ‘6 AI Portrait Cameras’, Super AMOLED Display, 40W VOOC Flash Charge

Oppo F17 Pro key specifications have been revealed by the company, including the fact that it’ll have six AI portrait cameras. Oppo F17 Pro, expected to launch in India in early September, seeks to be the best phone in the market for portrait photography.

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Nokia 5.3, Nokia C3 With Stock Android 10 Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Nokia 5.3 and Nokia C3 have been launched in India as the latest smartphones by HMD Global. While the Nokia 5.3 was globally announced alongside the Nokia 1.3 and Nokia 8.3 5G in March, the Nokia C3 is the company’s newest model in its portfolio.

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New Poco Phone With 64-Megapixel Camera Spotted on US FCC Certification Site

Poco appears to be working on a brand new smartphone, as an upcoming model with number M2007J20CG was spotted in the US FCC certification database. Going by the rear panel schematic that appeared on the website, the phone is expected to sport a 64-megapixel camera with AI support.

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Nokia 5.3 First Impressions

Nokia 5.3 is finally launched in India and gives buyers on a budget the option of a smartphone running stock Android. It also promises two years of Android software updates.

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Lenders to Amtek Auto move NCLT to protect their rights

The appeal deals with a part of Amtek Auto’s factory land mortgaged with private lenders KKR India and L&T Finance.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro with 5,020mAh battery and up to 6GB RAM to go on sale today via Amazon

Redmi Note 9 Pro comes in three variants. The base model packs 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage, and can be purchased at Rs 13,999.

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Redmi Note 9 Pro to Go on Sale via Amazon and Mi.com Today: Price in India, Specifications

Redmi Note 9 Pro will go on sale today via Amazon.in and Mi.com from 12pm (noon) onwards. Key features of the Redmi Note 9 Pro include a 48-megapixel quad rear camera setup, Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G SoC, and a large 5,020mAh battery.

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7 devices you can stop using if you have a smart speaker



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Realme Narzo 10 on Sale in India Today at 12pm via Flipkart, Realme.com: Price, Specifications

Realme Narzo 10 is powered by MediaTek Helio G80 SoC and has a quad rear camera setup. The phone has been available via flash sales in India since launch. It packs a large 5,000mAh battery and features a 6.5-inch display with a waterdrop-style notch.

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Poco M2 Pro to Go on Sale in India Today via Flipkart at 12 Noon: Price, Specifications

Poco M2 Pro is set to go on sale in India today, August 25. The budget-friendly smartphone will be up for grabs via Flipkart starting from 12pm (noon).

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Oppo A53 2020 Launch in India Today: How to Watch Livestream, Expected Price, Specifications

Oppo A53 2020 is set to launch in India today. The new smartphone by the Chinese company was initially unveiled in Indonesia last week.

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iPhone 12 Series May Debut With a 120Hz Display, Suggests iOS 14 Developer Beta 5

Apple has suggested the existence of a 120Hz display on the iPhone 12 series through iOS 14 beta 5. The latest iOS beta version carries an option that lets iPhone 11 Pro users limit the frame rate to 60Hz.

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OnePlus Tipped to Be Working on New Phone Priced Under Rs. 18,000, Launch Expected September End

OnePlus is reported to be working on a new affordable phone, after the launch of the OnePlus Nord last month. This new smartphone is tipped to be priced around Rs. 16,000 to Rs. 18,0000, which means even cheaper than the OnePlus Nord. The leak suggests that the phone will launch in September end.

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Oppo F17, Oppo F17 Pro Key Specifications Leaked, Snapdragon 662 SoC and Mediatek Helio P95 Spotted

Oppo F17 and Oppo F17 Pro key specifications have been leaked through a known tipster on Twitter. Oppo F17 will have Snapdragon 662 SoC, Oppo F 17 Pro will be powered by MediaTek Helio P95 SoC, as per the tipster. The phones are expected to be launched in India soon.

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Maruti XL6 drives past 25,000-unit sales mark, helps company cement position in MPV segment

The six-seater model, which comes with 1.5-litre petrol engine, has gone on to capture 14 per cent market share in the domestic MPV segment, MSI said in a statement.

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OnePlus Nord Starts Getting OxygenOS 10.5.5 Update With Improved Charging Experience, Macro Camera Clarity

OnePlus Nord has received a new OyxgenOS update that brings a handful of bug fixes and system improvements. The software update, which brings OxygenOS version 10.5.5, comes just a fortnight after OnePlus brought OxygenOS 10.5.4 to the OnePlus Nord.

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Improved vehicle legislation, industry compliances driving connected car market in India: EY

Current and future mandates such as GPS tracking, dash camera, telematics-based insurance and SOS services will in turn drive the growth of embedded form of connected car solutions.

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Sunday, August 23, 2020

Moto G9 With Triple Rear Cameras, Snapdragon 662 SoC Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Moto G9 comes a little more than five months after the Lenovo-owned company unveiled the Moto G8 that didn’t reach India but debuted in Brazil in March. As a successor to the Moto G8, the Moto G9 offers a triple rear camera setup with a 48-megapixel primary sensor, 20W fast charging, and a larger, 6.5-inch display.

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Apple Korea, Under Antitrust Probe, Proposes $84 Million to Support Small Businesses

Apple’s South Korean unit has proposed measures to address antitrust concerns and offered to provide $84.02 million (roughly Rs. 629.3 crores) worth of support programmes for small businesses, consumers, and others, the country's competition watchdog said.

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Apple Korea, under antitrust probe, proposes $84 million to support small businesses

Apple Inc.'s South Korean unit has proposed measures to address antitrust concerns and offered to provide 100 billion won ($84.02 million) worth of support programmes for small businesses, consumers and others, the country's competition watchdog said.

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Microsoft says Apple's move against 'Fortnite' creator would hurt its games

Microsoft Corp said in a court filing that Apple Inc's threat to cut off the creator of "Fortnite" from Apple's developer tools would hurt Microsoft's gaming business, as well as other game developers.

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Airplane mode and prepaid SIMs: How Israelis dodge COVID-19 tracking



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TikTok to challenge Trump's executive order

Trump issued an executive order on August 14 that gave ByteDance 90 days to divest the U.S. operations of TikTok.

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Firefox browser to soon support keyboard multimedia keys

Popular browser Mozilla Firefox is planning to introduce a new feature that would let users control songs and videos playing in their browser using the multimedia keys on their keyboards soon.

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Pixel 5, Pixel 4A 5G Live Image Leak, Key Specifications Tipped

Pixel 5 is tipped to launch sometime next month. The Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G phones were teased during the launch of the Pixel 4a, but details are extremely scarce at the moment. A first live photo of the two devices has now leaked online giving us a glimpse of their back panel design.

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Salesforce tells staff to work from home till mid-2021

Leading Cloud software company Salesforce has said employees can work from home until at least July 31, 2021. The company joins top tech firms like Google, Facebook who have extended work from home policy till mid-2021. It has also expanded family care leave, making parents eligible for six weeks of paid time off.

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Xiaomi Redmi 9 Prime with MediaTek Helio G80 to go on sale today via Amazon

Redmi 9 Prime packs 4GB of RAM. Xiaomi has launched two storage models of the handset- 64GB and 128GB. While the former is priced at Rs 9,999, the later variant can be purchased at Rs 11,999.

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Billionaire car-part supplier Vivek Chaand Sehgal is setting a daunting goal for Motherson Sumi

For Sehgal to achieve his goal, however, things will have to improve dramatically. Five years ago, Motherson set a target of consolidated net sales of $18 bn by 2020, and it managed less than $12 bn as the virus hit and India saw its worst-ever auto slowdown. The stock has crashed almost 60% during the period, before doubling so far this fiscal.

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Passenger vehicle sales in free fall

According to projections, sales of passenger vehicles (cars, SUV/UVs, vans) will finish 2020-21 at 1.91 million units, lower than 1.95 million units sold in 2009-10. Volumes in two-wheelers (motorcycles, scooters and mopeds) will be less than what the companies had sold in fiscal 2011-12 (12 million versus 13.4 million in FY12).

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DICV can weather the crisis partly because of 90% localization of supplier network: Satyakam Arya

Satyakam said that the CV market is closely linked to the economic activity and that until it improves, there will be a limited demand for movement of freight.

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7 settings you can change on WhatsApp to stay safe



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Realme C12 to Go on Its First Sale Today at 12 Noon via Flipkart, Realme.com: Price in India, Specifications

Realme C12 is set to go on sale in India today for the first time. The new smartphone was launched by the Chinese company last week, as an upgrade to the Realme C11. Alongside the Realme C12, Realme Buds Classic will also be put on sale today.

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Tata Motors in talks for tech & funding tie-up to bring domestic passenger vehicle business back on track

Tata Motors has been feeling the heat in the PV space for years and some of its launches have not hit the mark in an evolving market. It is set to kick off a transformative process to get its domestic passenger vehicle (PV) business back on track.

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Redmi 9 Prime to Go on Sale Today at 12 Noon via Amazon, Mi.com: Price in India, Specifications

Redmi 9 Prime will go on sale for the second time via Amazon and Mi.com. The sale will start at 12pm (noon) today, August 24.

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Automakers expect demand to pick up in festive season even as COVID-19 shadow looms large

The country's largest carmaker MSI has seen sales improve month-on-month from May till July, and expects offtake to remain robust during August as well.

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HMSI aims to drive in multiple products in motorcycle segment to expand its presence

The Japanese company, which dominates scooter segment in the country with products like Activa and Dio, is now looking to expand its footprint in rural areas with a new motorcycle which would sit below its CD 110 range, the company's most affordable bike at the moment.

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Automobile demand picking up, but cautious finance cos making market bit slow: Toyota Kirloskar

With the kicking off of festive season, the company has witnessed up to 30 per cent higher flow of orders in August compared to July, although in the last four months it has ensured that 25 per cent of wholesale is reduced every month in order to avoid inventory pile-up at its dealers.

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Saturday, August 22, 2020

Apple creates history, BlackBerry 5G Android phone, Fortnite ban and other top tech news of the week



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Samsung Galaxy M31s review: Hits the right notes

The Samsung Galaxy M31s is certainly a new high for the series. The company has offered upgrades in the right categories such as improved ultra-wide angle camera and a faster charging support. At a starting price of Rs 20,499, the device covers all bases well enough and has its strengths in battery and display. Even with tough competition in the category, the Samsung Galaxy M31s has a lot going for it to stand out from the crowd.

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10 things to know about the ‘most-powerful’ Android phone in India



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Amazon's consumer CEO Jeff Wilke to retire early next year

Amazon's consumer CEO Jeff Wilke to retire early next year

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After JEDI win, Microsoft pushes Cloud package outside US: Report

After winning a $10 billion Cloud computing contract from the US Department of Defence, Microsoft is now signing deals with governments in other countries for similar offerings, the media reported.

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Apple Days Sale: iPhone SE (2020) and iPhone XR Get Price Cuts on Flipkart

iPhone SE (2020) and iPhone XR are currently on sale on Flipkart as part of the Apple Days sale. The sale began today, August 22, and will continue through August 25.

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Moto G9 Launching in India on August 24, Motorola Accidentally Reveals

Flipkart and Motorola have been teasing the launch of “something big” for days now and while neither has officially revealed exactly which phone is going to be unveiled, the company itself has let it slip that we will see Moto G9 on Monday, August 24.

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Vivo Y20, Vivo Y20i specifications Leaked, Snapdragon 460 SoC and 5,000mAh Battery Tipped

Vivo Y20 and Vivo Y20i alleged specifications have leaked through marketing material, shared by a known tipster on Twitter. The two phones seem to be powered by the Snapdragon 460 SoC and carry mostly the same specifications, except for the RAM, colour options, and charging speed.

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Asus ZenFone 6 Aka Asus 6Z Android 11 Beta Programme Announced, Enrolment Open Till September 4

Asus ZenFone 6 or Asus 6Z, as it is known in India, is now part of the Android 11 beta programme. The development was shared by Asus on its community forum, giving Asus ZenFone 6 users an opportunity to enrol in the beta programme.

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Oppo Reno 5 Series Rumoured to Use Unannounced Snapdragon 775G, Snapdragon 860 SoCs

Oppo Reno 5 series seems to be in development and may come with Snapdragon 775G and Snapdragon 860 SoCs, a tipster claimed on the Chinese micro-blogging website Weibo. The series is said to include the Oppo Reno 5, Oppo Reno 5 Pro, and the Oppo Reno 5 Pro+ phones.

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Google Pixel 5 Tipped to Feature 90Hz OLED Display, 8GB RAM

Google Pixel 5 will come with a 6-inch OLED display with 90Hz refresh rate, a new report claims. The phone is said to come with slim bezels on all sides and the report points at a RAM and storage configuration as well.

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WordPress Founder slams Apple for cutting off updates

Apple has cut off all updates to the WordPress app on its App Store, its Founder Matt Mullenweg tweeted on Saturday, saying Apple will not approve updates until his app includes in-app payment options.

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TikTok to challenge US order banning transactions with the video app: Sources

TikTok is preparing to mount a legal challenge to President Donald Trump's executive order prohibiting transactions with the popular short video app and its Chinese parent ByteDance, according to people familiar with the matter.

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Apple says 'Fortnite' maker wanted 'side letter' to create own game store

Apple alleged that Epic Games' chief executive had asked it for a "side letter" to create its own game store within the iPhone maker's App Store, which Apple said would have upended the store's commission-based business model.

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Friday, August 21, 2020

Redmi Note 8 Pro Starts Receiving MIUI 12 Update in India

Redmi Note 8 Pro MIUI 12 update has started rolling out, the development team shared the update on its social media handles. The Redmi Note 8 series including the Pro and the vanilla variant are part of the first wave of phones to start receiving MIUI 12 and the company seems to have delivered on its promise of rolling out the update this month.

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Facebook weighs 'kill switch' for political ads after US election to curb misinformation, source says

Facebook Inc is considering halting political advertising after US Election Day to curb post-election misinformation, a source who has had discussions with the company said.

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10 companies that submitted highest H-1B visa applications



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Facebook pushes for data portability legislation ahead of FTC hearing

Facebook Inc on Friday pushed for legislation that makes it easier for users to transfer photos and videos to a rival tech platform, in comments it sent to the Federal Trade Commission ahead of a hearing on the topic on Sept. 22.

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TAIPA warns public about rising cases of tower installation frauds

Industry body TAIPA warned the public about increasing cases of tower installation frauds, where scammers posing as agents of telecom firms dupe victims by offering to lease out their land at exorbitant rents. It warned of 'alarming situation' especially in UP, Bengal, Tamil Nadu & Maharashtra.

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IBM, NSDC partner to offer free digital skills training

IBM on Friday said it has partnered with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) to offer curated courses from 'Open P-TECH', its free digital education platform focused on emerging technologies and professional development skills, on the latter's eSkill India portal.

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Realme X7 Series Teased to Debut With DC Dimming, 1,200 Nits Peak Brightness Display

Realme X7 series has been teased to come with DC dimming support and feature 1,200 nits brightness. The new teasers come just days after the Chinese company revealed the launch date of the Realme X7 series for September 1.

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Apple May Use Cheaper Battery Parts to Save on Costs in iPhone 12: Ming-Chi Kuo

Apple will adopt cheaper and less complex battery technology for the upcoming iPhone 12 series in order to cut costs on next-generation hardware, as per research analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. As Apple is facing higher production costs due to the inclusion of 5G hardware, it is attempting to use less expensive components in other areas.

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Oppo F17 to Launch Alongside Oppo F17 Pro; Dual Hole-Punch Display and Quad Cameras Teased

A fresh teaser video confirms that back panels of both the Oppo F17 and Oppo F17 Pro will house a quad camera setup with the sensors placed in a square-shaped camera module positioned on the top left corner of the panel. The phones are seen to come in several glossy finishes of white, orange, blue, grey, and black.

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Realme C15: Does It Make Sense in Realme’s Budget Lineup?

The Realme C15 is yet another price-gap filler in the company’s budget smartphone portfolio. Compared to the C12, the C15 features a different set of rear cameras and supports faster charging. We try and make sense of this phone to see how it stacks up in Realme’s budget lineup.

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Nokia C3 With HD+ Display, 3,040mAh Battery May Launch in India Soon: Report

Nokia C3 is reported to launch in India soon. New marketing material for the device has leaked online, hinting that HMD Global may be gearing up to launch the phone in the country. The Nokia C3 was launched in China earlier this month, and its key features include an octa-core processor and 3,040mAh battery.

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Oppo A53 2020 Set to Launch in India on August 25, to Be Priced Under Rs. 15,000

Oppo A53 2020 model will make its way to the Indian market on August 25, the company has announced. The phone was just unveiled in Indonesia as the latest budget-friendly smartphone from Oppo.

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Deal of the Day on Amazon: Get up to 21% off on Vivo V17, Oppo A52 and Tecno Spark 6 Air

Readers must note that the Deal of the Day discounts are valid for limited time only and will expire at 11:59pm tonight.

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Samsung Galaxy M51 Tipped to Pack Up to 8GB RAM, Quad Camera Setup

Samsung Galaxy M51 has been leaked extensively in the past, and a recent report suggests that the phone launch has been pushed to September due to production issues during the pandemic. Now, a new report indicates the RAM and storage configurations of the upcoming device along with camera details.

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Xiaomi Mi 10 Gets a New Grey Colour Variant: Price, Specifications

Mi 10 has got a new grey colour variant, adding to the three colours that it was originally launched with in China back in February. The Mi 10 by Xiaomi made its debut in India a few months later in May.

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Thursday, August 20, 2020

Realme 7, Realme 7 Pro Expected to Launch in India Soon

Realme 7 and Realme 7 Pro phones are expected to launch in India soon. Realme India CEO Madhav Sheth has taken to Twitter to share a cryptic tweet about building two new smartphones for the Indian market.

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Redmi 9 Gets Listed on Amazon; Specifications, Renders Leak Online

Redmi 9 will be available for purchase in India through Amazon, a dedicated microsite on the online marketplace revealed. Separately, Redmi 9 specifications and renders have emerged on Twitter to suggest what Xiaomi is launching the phone here on August 27.

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LG K31 With Dual Rear Cameras, 3,000mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications

LG K31 has been launched in the US as an entry-level K-series phone from the company. It comes with thick bezels all around and a notched display. There are two rear cameras that sit flush with the back panel.

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Oppo A53 2020 With Snapdragon 460 SoC, 5,000mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications

Oppo A53 2020 has been launched in Indonesia as a successor to the recently released Oppo A52. Key specifications of the new phone include a large 5,000mAh battery, a screen refresh rate of 90Hz, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon SoC. It is offered in a single storage variant, with two colour options to choose from.

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US charges former Uber security chief with covering up massive 2016 hacking

The case was believed to be first time a corporate information security officer has been charged with concealing a hack.

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News publishers push back against Apple over app store terms

Apple, which usually takes a cut that ranges between 15% and 30% from news publishers for first-time subscriptions made through apps on the store, has a reduced rate for Amazon.com Inc .

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Tesla seeks approval for sensor that could detect child left in hot cars

The California automaker wants permission to use unlicensed millimeter-wave sensors that would operate at higher power levels than allowed under existing rules.

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California court ruling gives voters last word over Uber, Lyft driver protections



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After Google services, WhatsApp experiences outage

After Google, Facebook-owned WhatsApp on Thursday experienced outages globally as users faced connection issues as well as could not send or receive messages in several parts of the world. The issue was at the server side and nearly 66 per cent WhatsApp users faced connect issues due to the outage.

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Smartphone users, SBI has these do’s and don’ts for you to protect your bank account



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Covid-19 pulls down Bosch India’s BS VI order book by $800 million

On the back of 11% slip in business for FY-20, the auto component industry is bracing for yet another year of steep decline as both domestic and export demand remains sluggish. In the Q4 call of FY-20, Bosch had said it does not expect the market to regain the previous peak before FY-24.

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Facebook wins preliminary approval to settle facial recognition lawsuit

The social media company had in July raised its settlement offer by $100 million to $650 million in relation to the lawsuit, in which Illinois users accused it of violating the U.S. state's Biometric Information Privacy Act.

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IIT Roorkee inks MoU with Bureau of Indian Standards

Other fields of collaboration will be infrastructure development, medical biotechnology and nanotechnology and biomaterials, it said. .

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Samsung Galaxy M51 Tipped to Come With 6.67-Inch AMOLED Display, Snapdragon 730 SoC

Samsung Galaxy M51 may come with a 6.67-inch AMOLED screen and the Snapdragon 730 SoC. The specifications of the upcoming phone have been shared by a tipster on Twitter.

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End of India trip for Harley-Davidson could be near, says report

The development comes amid sales having failed to recover and future demand appearing bleak.

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Realme X7 Pro Specifications Leaked Ahead of Launch, Quad Rear Cameras and 4,500mAh Battery Tipped

Realme X7 Pro alleged specifications have surfaced online ahead of its launch in China on September 1. A tipster suggests that the premium offering may pack a large 4,500mAh battery and is expected to feature a quad camera setup at the back.

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Lava Pulse Feature Phone With Heart Rate and Blood Pressure Sensor Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Lava Pulse feature phone is priced in India at Rs. 1,949. The handset is available online on Amazon, Flipkart and at 100K+ retail stores in the country. The phone has been launched in a single Rose Gold option.

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Redmi 9 India Launch Set for August 27, Likely to Be a Tweaked Redmi 9C

Redmi 9 will be launched in India on August 27, the Xiaomi sub-brand announced through its official Twitter handle. The phone is believed to be a slightly tweaked version of the Redmi 9C that was originally launched in Malaysia back in June.

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Oppo F17 Pro Teased to Launch in India With a 7.48mm Thin Design

Oppo F17 Pro is coming soon to India, the company teased through a GIF on Thursday. Oppo F17 Pro is likely to be accompanied by the Oppo F17.

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Telco SoftBank pleased 5G network given 'clean' status by US

Japanese wireless carrier SoftBank Corp said it was pleased its 5G network had been given "clean" status by the U.S. government as part of a U.S. effort to exclude Chinese vendors from next-generation networks.

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Facebook employees internally question policy after India content controversy : Sources

Facebook and its top lobbying executive in India, Ankhi Das, are facing questions internally from employees over how political content is regulated in its biggest market, according to sources with direct knowledge and internal posts seen by Reuters.

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US trade panel launches patent infringement probe into Apple devices

The US International Trade Commission has launched a Section 337 investigation into whether Apple Inc mobile devices and laptop computers infringed patents held by Japan's Maxell Holdings. It is alleged Apple devices violate patents technology like unlocking feature & video transmission processes.

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Google adds new multi-room audio controls on Nest devices

Google has announced to roll out an update that will bring multi-room control on its Nest smart home devices.

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Xiaomi Reveals Which Redmi, Mi, Poco Phones Will Get MIUI Update to Allow Uninstallation of Banned China Apps

Xiaomi has posted a notice on Mi Browser that provides a list of Redmi, Mi, and Poco phones due for a new MIUI update that will allow users to uninstall Mi Browser, Mi Browser Pro, and Mint Browser apps. The new notice comes a few weeks after the government imposed a ban on Xiaomi’s browser apps.

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Yatra.com partners with Amazon Business to cater hospitality partners

Online travel firm Yatra.com said it has collaborated with Amazon Business to provide its hospitality partners with a wide range of products catering to their needs.

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020

M&M reboots SUV strategy to woo urban youth, take on rivals

Instead, the company’s new SUV strategy is geared toward generating financial returns and giving differentiated models that the urban youth would buy.

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Auto component output may be back to normal by festival time: Deepak Jain

Automobile sales, which were 26.3 million units in FY19, dropped 18% to 21.5 million units in the last fiscal year ended March 31, 2020. The volume for FY21 could fall further, as significant business was lost during the first quarter because of the lockdown and demand downturn, Jain said, while addressing an online press conference.

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Toyota’s finance arm mulls fixing GPS device on vehicles

“The GPS system will ensure safety as well as benefit customers. It will improve security and reduce chances of theft,” managing director and CEO N Raja told ET.

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Asus ZenFone 7 Tipped to Come With 6.4-Inch 60Hz LCD Display, Side Mounted Fingerprint Scanner

Asus ZenFone 7 will come with a 6.4-inch full-HD+ 60Hz LCD display and possibly a side mounted fingerprint scanner, according to a new leak. The Asus ZenFone 7 series will be launched on August 26 as previously confirmed by the company.

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Nokia 3.4 With Snapdragon 460 SoC, 3GB RAM Allegedly Spotted on Geekbench

Nokia 3.4 has allegedly been spotted on Geekbench, offering a glimpse into its possible specifications. An HMD Global device, codenamed DoctorStrange, appeared on the benchmarking site on Wednesday. The phone, believed to be the upcoming Nokia 3.4, is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 SoC paired with 3GB of RAM.

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Apple's Stock Market Value Tops $2 Trillion

Just two years after Apple became the first publicly listed UD company with a $1 trillion stock market value, the iPhone maker has now topped $2 trillion.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 with 48MP camera and 5,020mAh battery to go on sale via Amazon

The base variant of Redmi Note 9 packs 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. It is priced at Rs 11,999.

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The $2 trillion ‘question’: How Apple became the most valuable tech company in the world



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Redmi Note 9 to Go on Sale Today at 12 Noon via Amazon, Xiaomi Site: Price in India, Specifications

Redmi Note 9 was launched in India last month and will go on sale today via Amazon and Mi.com starting 12pm (noon). It has gone on sale multiple times in the past.

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Personal computer sales up 40-50%, gaming PC contribution may double in consumer biz: Lenovo India

Lenovo CEO and MD Rahul Agarwal told that online classes are driving sales of laptops in the consumer segment where students want devices with high computing power that they can use for studies as well as playing games.

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Gionee Max to Mark the Return of Gionee to Indian Market, Set to Launch on August 25

Gionee Max will be the company’s new budget smartphone that comes after nearly a year long hiatus following the launch of the Gionee F9 Plus back in September of last year.

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Taiwan says China behind cyberattacks on government agencies, emails

Taiwan said hacking groups linked to the Chinese government had attacked at least 10 government agencies and some 6,000 email accounts of government officials in an "infiltration" to steal important data.

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Marriott faces London lawsuit over vast data breach



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Apple renames Beats 1, launches 2 new live radio stations in India

Apple has announced two new live global radio offerings on Apple Music, now available to music fans in 165 countries including in India.

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Apple removes 47K apps from Chinese App Store: Report

Apple has removed at least 47,000 apps from its App Store in China to comply with the new policy from the state regulators.

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Realme X7, Realme X7 Pro Set to Launch on September 1, 120Hz AMOLED Display Teased

Realme X7 and Realme X7 Pro are set to launch on September 1, the company announced on Wednesday through a teaser posted on Weibo. The new phones will come with 5G support.

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MIUI 12 Update Now Rolling Out in Phases for Mi 10 Users in India

MIUI 12 update has started rolling out to Mi 10 users in India, Xiaomi confirmed in a tweet. The Chinese brand had announced last week that the first wave of its proprietary operating software (OS) update will be rolled out to select devices in the country, including the Mi 10. Today, Xiaomi tweeted that the update is being rolled out in phases spe...

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Redmi 9 India Launch Teased, May Be a Rebranded Xiaomi Redmi 9C or Redmi 9A

Redmi 9A or Redmi 9C may be headed to India as Redmi 9. Xiaomi India boss Manu Kumar Jain on Wednesday teased a new product carrying 9 in its moniker.

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Samsung has ‘good news’ for users/buyers of these smartphones and tablets



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Tuesday, August 18, 2020

Oppo Unveils New Hybrid Optical Zoom Technology Based on Periscope Camera Design

Oppo has introduced its new hybrid optical zoom technology that is based on a periscope camera architecture and uses a seven-piece lens to deliver better image results. The company is likely to use the new technology in the Reno 10x Zoom successor that could be called the Oppo Reno 10x Mark 2.

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Motorola Razr 5G Spotted on TUV Rheinland, Tipped to Come With 2,633mAh Battery: Report

Motorola Razr 5G aka Motorola Razr 2020 has been reportedly spotted on TUV Rheinland certification website with a total battery capacity of 2,633mAh.

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Trump says Oracle, a good company, could take over TikTok in the US



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US Senate committee concludes Russia used Manafort, WikiLeaks to boost Trump in 2016



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OnePlus Scout Unified Search Feature Introduced in OnePlus Launcher Update for Users in India

OnePlus Scout unified search feature has started rolling out in India with the latest OnePlus Launcher update. It allows users to look for contacts, files, music, and more on their devices. It also helps quickly calculate math problems and show weather and news updates as well.

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Asus ZenFone 7 Teased to Carry Flip Camera Setup Like ZenFone 6

Asus ZenFone 7 has been teased to retain the flip camera setup of the ZenFone 6. Asus has posted a teaser video that gives a sneak peek at the design of the upcoming smartphone and suggests the presence of a motorised camera mechanism — similar to that of the ZenFone 6.

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Elon Musk's SpaceX raises $1.9 billion in funding

This would be the largest single fundraising round to date by SpaceX

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Zoom opens new data centre in Singapore

The company also plans to hire more Singapore employees, including engineers and sales staff, said Abe Smith, Head of International at Zoom.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro Max with 6.67-inch display and Snapdragon 720G to go on sale today via Amazon

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro Max will be available on e-commerce site Amazon and company’s official website Mi.com at 12pm today.

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Google Maps is getting new features: All you need to know



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Chinese SUV giant, Great Wall Motors waiting for green light to enter India

​Great Wall acquired General Motors’ Talegaon factory in January for Rs 950 crore as part of a $1-billion investment plan to participate in India’s fast-growing SUV market. The company has approached DPIIT and the Competition Commission of India ahead of its plan to launch its vehicles in India next year.

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Redmi Note 9 Pro Max to Go on Sale in India Today at 12 Noon: Price, Specifications

Redmi Note 9 Pro Max is all set to go on sale once again in India today. The phone was launched earlier this year, and has been offered via flash sales since then. Key features of the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max include Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G SoC and a large 5,020mAh battery.

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Realme C11 Sale in India Today via Flipkart, Realme.com: Price, Specifications

The Realme C11 is priced at Rs. 7,499 for the single is powered by the MediaTek Helio G35 SoC . The device was launched last month in India and has been available through flash sales ever since. It will go on sale at 12pm (noon) through Flipkart and Realme India website.

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Millennials and Generation Z Can Finally Live an AltZ Life

What if there was a simple way to keep your personal data secure on your smartphone?

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Amazon to help Toyota build cloud-based data services

In the automotive sector, AWS previously has partnered with automotive suppliers such as Aptiv, Panasonic Corp and Nvidia Corp, big transportation providers such as Uber and Avis, and self-driving heavy truck startups Embark and China's TuSimple.

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Carnival hit by ransomware attack, guest and employee data accessed

Carnival, which operates AIDA, Carnival and Princess cruises among others, in a regulatory filing said the attack included unauthorized access to personal data of guests and employees.

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US to tighten restrictions on Huawei access to technology, chips: Sources

The U.S. Commerce Department actions will expand restrictions announced in May aimed at preventing the Chinese telecommunications giant from obtaining semiconductors without a special license - including chips made by foreign firms that have been developed or produced with U.S. software or technology.

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Epic Games asks judge to block Apple's removal of 'Fortnite' from app store

Epic Games said it was seeking to block Apple Inc's removal of "Fortnite" from its app store and has asked a judge to prevent any retaliatory action against its other games in the store.

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Canada refuses to release emails with US over Huawei executives arrest



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Realme C12 First Impressions

The Realme C12 is yet another budget offering, and complements the recently launched Realme C11, in the sub-Rs. 10,000 price segment. These are our first impressions of the Realme C12.

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MediaTek Dimensity 800U Octa-Core SoC With Enhanced 5G for Mid-Range Smartphones Launched

MediaTek Dimensity 800U has been announced with improved 5G connectivity for mid-range smartphones. It comes with 5G+5G Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS), VoNR, sub-6Ghz SA and NSA networks, and MediaTek’s 5G UltraSave technology.

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Realme 7 Teased to Be Unveiled Soon, New Leak Tips September 1 Launch Event

Realme CMO Xu Qi Chase has taken to Weibo to tease the arrival of the Realme 7 series in China. He shared a photo of a soda can with the numbers 7 written in bold, hinting at the arrival of the new series. He didn’t share any further details of the device.

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Canada Refuses to Release Emails With US Over Huawei CFO's Arrest

Canada has released as much information as it legally can about the arrest of Huawei Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou, the government's lawyers said on Monday, as she sought more confidential documents relating to her 2018 detention.

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Realme C12, Realme C15 With MediaTek Helio G35 SoC, 6,000mAh Battery Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Realme C12 and Realme C15 have been launched in India as the company’s latest budget smartphones. Both new smartphones come with a waterdrop-style display notch and a similar design language.

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Realme C12, Realme C15 launch live updates: Watch live stream, price, specs and all



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Monday, August 17, 2020

Samsung Promises Three Major Android Updates for Almost 40 Existing Devices: Complete List

Samsung has promised three generations of Android OS updates for close to 40 devices in its portfolio. Earlier, Samsung had confirmed only Galaxy S and Galaxy Note devices as eligible for this new policy, but has now shared an extensive list of phones eligible for the updates

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ZTE Axon 20 5G New Teaser Reveals Front Panel Design Ahead of Launch

ZTE Axon 20 5G is set to launch on September 1. The device is set to be the world’s first smartphone to sport an under-screen camera. The new teaser reveals that while the phone has a notch-less display, there is a slight bezel at the bottom.

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Steel Strips Wheels bags order worth over EUR 1,43,000 from the European Union

Steel Strips Wheels Ltd (SSWL) said similar orders are expected in times to come from other regular customers as the market regains normalcy.

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Volvo India looks to assemble all its models locally from next year

“Our sales this year will be lower than 2019. But we expect to continue to gain market share,” Volvo Car India managing director Charles Frump told ET.

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Asus ZenFone 7 Confirmed to Launch on August 26

Asus has made a YouTube live stream link go live on its official channel, confirming the launch of the Asus ZenFone 7 on August 26. The event is scheduled to begin at 2pm local time.

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Oppo A53 2020 Model Tipped to Pack Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 SoC, 5,000mAh Battery

Oppo A53 is reportedly getting a refresh. The refreshed mid-range smartphone from the Chinese company is said to come with Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 SoC and large 5,000mAh battery. Several more specifications of the device have been leaked in a report.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro with 16MP in-display camera to go on sale today at 12pm via Amazon

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro comes in three color options, Aurora Blue, Glacier White and Interstellar Black.

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Samsung launches Galaxy Buds Live at Rs 14,990: How they compare to Apple AirPods Pro, Jabra Elite Active 75t and Sony WF-SP800N



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Redmi Note 9 Pro to Go on Sale in India Today via Amazon.in, Mi.com: Price, Specifications, Offers

Redmi Note 9 Pro is all set to go on sale in India once again. The Redmi Note 9 Pro has been available only via flash sales since its launch due to production and supply issues caused by the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.

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Realme C15, Realme C12 Launching in India Today: How to Watch Livestream, Expected Price, Specifications

Realme C15 and Realme C12 will be launched in India today at 12:30pm via a digital event. The event will be livestreamed on YouTube and the company’s website.

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Poco M2 Pro To Go On Sale in India Today at 12 Noon Via Flipkart: Price, Specifications

Poco M2 Pro is set to go on sale in India today, August 17. The pocket-friendly smartphone will be available for purchase starting from 12pm (noon) through Flipkart.

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Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou to Push for Release of Classified Documents in Canada Court

Huawei Technologies Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou and her lawyers are set to attend hearings in a Canadian courtroom via telephone on Monday, arguing for the Canadian attorney general to release more confidential documents relating to her arrest.

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Google says Australian antitrust law would hit small content creators

Alphabet Inc's Google on Monday said a proposed antitrust law in Australia forcing tech firms to pay for news that appears on their social media websites would adversely impact individual content creators and channel operators.

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Chinese dronemaker DJI makes sweeping cuts in 'Long March' reforms

The world's biggest drone maker has slashed its corporate sales and marketing team from 180 to 60 at its Shenzhen headquarters in recent months, with similar cuts on the consumer side, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

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Facebook faces heat from Indian lawmakers on content practices

Indian politicians are trading barbs over a media report that Facebook Inc's content policies favoured Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party, putting the social network at the centre of a political storm in its biggest market by users.

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Micromax Seeks to Ride Anti-China Wave for Smartphone Market Comeback, New Devices Due by September: Report

Micromax will reportedly invest Rs. 500 crores towards smartphone manufacturing and research and development (R&D), as per an online report. Micromax co-founder Rahul Sharma said that the company would use the government’s production linked incentive (PLI) scheme to take on the Chinese brands that are currently dominating the Indian market.

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Renault launches Duster with 1.3 turbo petrol engine, price starts at Rs 10.49 lakh

The 1.3 litre turbo version comes in three manual trims priced at Rs 10.49 lakh, 11.39 lakh and Rs 11.99 lakh, respectively, while the CVT (automatic) variants are tagged at Rs 12.99 lakh and Rs 13.59 lakh.

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OnePlus 8 Pro Starts Receiving OxygenOS 10.5.12 Update With August Security Patch in India

OnePlus 8 Pro has started receiving OxygenOS update in India. The incremental update brings fixes, optimisation to the front camera, and the August Android security patch.

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Oppo Power Bank 2 with 10,000mAh Capacity to Launch in India on August 18

Oppo Power Bank 2 will be launched in India on Tuesday, August 18, via Flipkart at 12pm (noon), the e-retailer has teased. It is a follow up to the Oppo 10,000mAh Power Bank that was launched late last year.

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ZTE Axon 20 5G With ‘Under-Screen Camera’ to Launch on September 1

ZTE Axon 20 5G will be launched on September 1, the company announced on Twitter. The phone is said to be the first smartphone with an under-screen camera, though this technology has been prototyped by other OEMs in the past.

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Flipkart, Amazon Sales See Huge Demand for Power Banks, Trimmers, Storage Products

Amazon says that customers bought as many Fire TV Stick devices on the first day of Prime Day 2020 versus the entire Prime Day event last year. Separately, Flipkart says the amount of storage sold is enough to store 1.5 million 4K movies.

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Samsung Galaxy M01 Gets a Price Cut in India, Reduced to Rs. 8,399 on Amazon

Samsung Galaxy M01 is receiving a price cut and will be available for Rs. 8,399 on Amazon starting tomorrow, August 18, a teaser on the e-commerce website has revealed. The smartphone is listed on Samsung’s online store for Rs 8,999 for the single 3GB RAM + 32GB storage option.

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Ambrane launches Powerlit Pro and Powerlit XL power banks in India at Rs 999 onwards

The duo can be purchased online via e-commerce site Flipkart. Both the new products come with 180 days warranty.

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German watchdog launches Amazon investigation: Report

Germany's anti-trust authority has launched an investigation into Amazon's relationship with third-party traders selling on its site, its head was quoted as saying.

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Work from home boosts Australian high-tech retailers to record profit



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Donald Trump gets verified account on TikTok competitor Triller



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Donald Trump says looking at pressuring other Chinese companies like Alibaba after Bytedance

Asked at a news conference whether there were other particular China-owned companies he was considering a ban on, such as Alibaba, Trump replied: "Well, we're looking at other things, yes."

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Sunday, August 16, 2020

Vivo Y20 With Model Number V2027 Reportedly Spotted on Indonesian Certification Database, Geekbench

Vivo Y20 with model number V2027 has reportedly been spotted on an Indonesian certification website. A phone with the same model was also allegedly seen on Geekbench’s website last month.

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Nokia 5.3 Gets Listed on Official India Website, Launch Imminent

Nokia 5.3 landing page has gone live on the Nokia India official website, suggesting that the phone will launch in the country soon. HMD Global should announce pricing and availability details in the near future. The company has not rolled out teasers as of yet.

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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G Alleged Renders Show Triple Rear Cameras, Hole-Punch Design, Flat Screen

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Lite is said to feature a flat screen with a hole-punch design and three cameras on the back, like the Galaxy S20.

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Moto E7 Plus Tipped to Feature Snapdragon 450 SoC, 48-Megapixel Dual Camera Setup

Moto E7 Plus will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 SoC, paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, a tipster has claimed.

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Xiaomi Redmi 9 Prime with 4GB RAM and 5020mAh battery to go on sale today via Amazon

Redmi 9 Prime packs 4GB of RAM with 64GB and 128GB internal storage. While the former is priced at Rs 9,999, the later mode can be purchased at Rs 11,999.

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These are the most valuable tech companies in the world



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Redmi 9 Prime to Go on Sale in India Today via Amazon, Mi.com: Price, Sale Offers, More

Redmi 9 Prime sale will begin at 12pm (noon) today. The device is listed for sale on Amazon India and Mi.com both. It is priced starting at Rs. 9,999 for the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage option and Rs. 11,999 for the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage option.

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Re-examining biz, operating models: Ashok Leyland chairman

In this direction, the company has taken a series of initiatives for sustainable growth, its chairman Dheeraj G Hinduja said.

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Mercedes, Audi expect sales momentum to pick up in festive season

The German automakers expect introduction of digital initiatives and financial tools, including low EMI solutions, to help them attract more buyers.

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Saturday, August 15, 2020

Realme C11 review: Up to the mark



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How to validate digital signature on your downloaded Aadhaar

Unique Identification Authority of India or UIDAI allows users to download the digital copy of Aadhaar which is also as valid as the physical Aadhar. The digital Aadhaar card is properly verified and it also comes with a digital signature as the proof of validation.

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How to remove GMeet tab from Gmail app on Android and iOS devices

If you have recently updated your Gmail app then you may have seen a new tab at the bottom of your screen that is labelled ‘Meet.’ The new addition has been rolled out to both Android and iOS users in the latest updates of the Gmail app. For those who want to remove the ‘unwanted’ Meet tab, this is what they need to do:

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Top tech news: Billionaire Apple CEO, Fortnite ban, Xiaomi MIUI 12 & more



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11 new and upcoming WhatsApp features



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China's CATL is developing new EV battery with no nickel, cobalt, executive says

CATL is also developing a separate technology to integrate battery cells directly into an EV's frame to extend its driving range.

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Facebook bashes Apple for refusing to waive commission fees, seizing on backlash

Facebook bashes Apple for refusing to waive commission fees, seizing on backlash

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Google partners CWC for flood forecasting initiative

Google in association with the Central Water Commission (CWC) has taken flood forecasting initiative over the past several months, and sent numerous public alerts to people in impacted regions across the country.

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Why Airtel and Vodafone’s ‘big pain point’ may not trouble Reliance Jio

New Delhi, Aug 15 () Reliance Jio's four-year-old telecom spectrum sharing deal with Reliance Communications (RCom) is not connected with the latter's past statutory dues that pertain to the period prior to 2016 when Jio wasn't even in operation, sources close to the company said.

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Mahindra unveils all new version of its SUV Thar, launch on October 2

The model, which comes with all new exteriors and interiors, will debut in the country on October 2.

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EV makers seek more clarity on Govt allowing sale of vehicles without batteries

In a bid to promote the adoption of EVs, the road transport and highways ministry on Wednesday notified that manufacturers can now sell electric two- and three-wheelers without a battery, bringing down the upfront cost. Batteries account for up to half of the cost of an EV.

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In lawsuit, 'Fortnite' maker to test idea of iPhone as market unto itself

The suit seeks a court order ending Apple's commission structure and forcing Apple to allow users to install software on iPhones outside the confines of the App Store.

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Donald Trump orders ByteDance to divest interest in US TikTok operations within 90 days

TikTok has come under fire from U.S. lawmakers over national security concerns surrounding data collection. Last week, Trump issued an executive order that would ban U.S. transactions with ByteDance and with Tencent Holdings Ltd's WeChat in 45 days, escalating a confrontation with Beijing over the future of the global tech industry.

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Epic Games wins support from Fortnite gamers, firms on Apple standoff

Gamers with hundreds of thousands of YouTube followers took to the video-streaming platform and other social media platforms to share their thoughts on the situation and show their support.

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Angry Birds maker happy as stay-at-home gaming boosts profit



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Retailers launch coalition to fight counterfeits on Amazon

The lobbying push comes at a time when Amazon has been under scrutiny from lawmakers and the White House over the sale of counterfeit items.

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Friday, August 14, 2020

OnePlus Nord vs Pixel 4a vs iPhone SE (2020): Price in India, Specifications Compared

OnePlus Nord, Pixel 4a, and iPhone SE (2020) are budget friendly offerings from the three companies. These come with affordable price tags when compared to the companies’ high-end offerings.

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Realme C15 Launching in India on August 18: Everything We Know So Far

Realme C15 will soon be added to the company’s series of entry-level smartphones that offer good hardware at affordable prices. The phone that has already made its debut in Indonesia will be launched in India through a virtual event on August 18, at 12:30pm IST.

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12 most-important Indian origin tech executives in the world



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Redmi 9 Prime vs Realme Narzo 10 vs Samsung Galaxy M11: Price in India, Specifications Compared

Redmi 9 Prime recently made its India debut. The smartphone that is a part of the budget segment will be competing with the likes of Realme Narzo 10 and the Samsung Galaxy M11 in the country. All the phones come in at a similar price point and offer impressive specifications.

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Realme C12 Launching in India on August 18: All You Need to Know

Realme C12 is set to launch in India on August 18 as the company’s newest budget smartphone. It will feature a triple rear camera setup along with an LED flash. It will also include a 6,000mAh battery. Here's what you should know about the Realme C12.

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Samsung Galaxy M31s Review

Samsung Galaxy M31s is the latest smartphone in the Galaxy M series lineup. It has a big 6.5-inch Infinity-O display and packs in a big 6,000mAh battery.

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After Amazon, now Flipkart planning to enter alcohol delivery business

Flipkart and Amazon's interest in delivering alcohol in India marks a bold move to make inroads into an alcohol market that is worth $27.2 billion, according to estimates by IWSR Drinks Market Analysis.

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Chinese Firms Like Xiaomi, Oppo Said to Be Hit by Import Hurdles in India

Chinese firms like Xiaomi are facing delays getting approvals from India's quality control agency for their goods, five industry sources told Reuters, as the business environment deteriorates after a clash on their Himalayan border.

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Realme C12 vs Realme C11: Price, Specifications Compared

Realme C12 and Realme C11 come with a lot of similarities like the processor, design, front camera, and more. This comparison puts the two phones head to head to see what’s different.

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Watch out for the new stylish obsession, the OPPO Watch!



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58% APAC consumers increased online shopping during lockdown: Survey

During the lockdown amid Covid-19, 58 per cent of consumers in the Asia Pacific region increased their online shopping frequency, according to an Adobe survey.

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Independence Day 2020: How to download WhatsApp Stickers and send

India is celebrating its 74th Independence Day on August 15 this year and it is the time when people start looking for quotes and messages to greet their friends and family.

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Realme C12 With Triple Rear Cameras, 6,000mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications

Realme C12 is all set to launch in India on August 18, but ahead of that it has been made official in Indonesia. The budget smartphone comes with a waterdrop-style notch and a triple camera setup at the back.

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Samsung's Power-Packed Galaxy M31s Is the Go-to Phone for Indian Millennials

The new Galaxy M31s comes with powerful photography features at a price that's so much easier on the pocket.

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ZTE A20 5G Spotted on TENAA, 6.92-Inch OLED Display, Under-Screen Camera Tipped

ZTE A20 5G is said to carry the model number ZTE A2121 which was spotted on TENAA. The specifications and design of the phone can be seen in the listing.

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After users, Chinese apps may face another loss

A number of Indian startups in the field of social media that came into prominence following the ban on TikTok and Helo, along with other Chinese apps in June, confirmed that they are attracting talent from these companies as they face uncertainty over their India operations in the long run. Chinese unicorn ByteDance, which owns TikTok and Helo, has nearly 2,000 employees in India.

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US downloads of WeChat, Signal apps spike after Trump threatens ban: Report

More users in the United States downloaded chat app WeChat and its encrypted alternative Signal, after President Donald Trump threatened to ban WeChat, owned by Chinese company Tencent, according to Sensor Tower data shared with Reuters.

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iQoo Teases Launch of New Phone in India, Expected to Be iQoo 5

iQoo India has released multiple teasers hinting at the launch of a new device. The teasers hint at the performance capacity of the upcoming device, suggesting a powerful processor inside. The teasers do not mention the name of the device, but it is expected to be the iQoo 5.

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Google Pixel 5 May Only Launch in XL Variant, Priced at $699: Report

Google Pixel 5 may only be launched in XL variant, and it may be priced at $699 (roughly Rs. 52,200), a tipster has claimed. The phone has been spotted on AI Benchmark platform sporting a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor and 8GB of RAM. The phone is expected to debut in October and may be available for pre-order on October 8.

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Honor View 20 Starts Receiving Magic UI 3.1 Update in India, Users Report

Honor View 20 latest update size is at a hefty 4.91GB. The Magic UI 3.1 update brings with it multi-window support and convenient multi-device collaboration features. The update changelog also suggests improvements to system performance as well.

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How to install watchOS 7 beta on your Apple Watch and test the sleep tracking feature

Apple has just released the first public beta of its latest watchOS operating system. The new update brings several new features such as sleep tracking, new workout modes, watch face sharing and more.

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Thursday, August 13, 2020

LG Q92 Specifications Leaked, Show Snapdragon 765G SoC, 48-Megapixel Quad Camera Setup

LG Q92 specifications have been leaked by a tipster on Twitter. According to the tipster’s tweet, the phone has a 6.7-inch display, is powered by Snapdragon 765G processor with 6GB of RAM, sports a quad camera setup with 48-megapixel primary sensor, and a 4,000mAh battery.

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Apple, Google ban one of the most popular games in the world

Apple said Fortnite had been removed because Epic had launched the payment feature with the "express intent of violating the App Store guidelines" after having had apps in the store for a decade.

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Computer Scientist, Pixel Inventor Russel Kirsch Dies Aged 91

Russell Kirsch, a computer scientist credited with inventing the pixel and scanning the world’s first digital photograph, died Aug. 11 at his home in Portland, Oregon, The Oregonian reported. He was 91.

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Auto majors back retail sales numbers, SIAM to stick with wholesale

Experts said retail numbers reflect the mood of the consumers while wholesale numbers amount to companies maximising billing, building inventory and getting a better market share. In April- July, passenger vehicle retail sales have been at 4.25 lakh units versus wholesale figure of 3.51 lakh units.

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Mega auto sector deals in the slow lane as Covid scuttles plans

First up is the Ford-Mahindra JV. That’s already delayed by a quarter, while Tata Motors’ talks with a potential partner have hit the Covid bump.

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Realme Narzo 10A to Go on Sale Today at 12 Noon via Flipkart, Realme.com: Price in India, Specifications

Realme Narzo 10A is set to go on another flash sale today, August 14, at 12pm (noon). Launched in June, the device has witnessed several flash sales ever since. Customers can avail the pocket-friendly phone via Flipkart and Realme India website. Equipped with a large 5,000mAh battery, the Realme Narzo 10A is powered by the MediaTek Helio G70 SoC.

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Beauty e-tailer duped of Rs 62 lakh by cybercriminals: What you need to know of the scam and how to avoid



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Twitter to expand rules against misinformation on mail-in ballots, early voting

Twitter said late on Wednesday it plans to expand its rules against misinformation regarding mail-in ballots and early voting in the U.S. elections this year.

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Yamaha launches online sales platform in India

Japanese two-wheeler major Yamaha on Thursday said it has launched its online sales in India responding to changes in customer behaviour in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Hyundai Motor India launches Mobility Membership to enhance customer satisfaction

At present, the carmaker has tied up with 20 partners across vehicle needs, mobility services and lifestyle companies to offer exclusive benefits to Hyundai customers.

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Apple Reportedly Exploring New Technology to Simplify iPhone Battery Replacement Process

Apple could equip an upcoming iPhone model with a new battery technology that allows users to replace the battery without using tweezers, ac...