TECH NEWS: August 2021

Tuesday, August 31, 2021

Disney to Move Hotstar Content to Hulu, ESPN+ in US as Part of Disney Bundle

Disney said that content from its streaming service Hotstar will migrate to its ESPN+ and Hulu streaming platforms in the US.

Google Delays Office Return Until January Due to COVID-19: See What CEO Sundar Pichai Told Employees

Google is extending its voluntary return-to-office policy through January next year, CEO Sundar Pichai said, citing uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in many parts of the world.

Apple Watch Production Delayed Due to Complicated Design: Report

Apple's latest smartwatch production has been delayed due to its complicated design, the Nikkei reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Netflix India September 2021 Releases: Money Heist, Kota Factory, Sex Education, and More

Money Heist season 5, Kota Factory season 2, Sex Education season 3, Lucifer season 6, Chhota Bheem, Ankahi Kahaniya, Crime Stories: India Detectives, Rick and Morty season 5 finale — the biggest movies and TV shows on Netflix in September 2021.

F9, Money Heist, Kota Factory, and More: September Guide to Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, and Prime Video

Money Heist season 5, Fast & Furious 9, Kota Factory season 2, Lucifer season 6, Sex Education season 3, Black Widow, Shang-Chi, Bhoot Police, Cinderella, Mumbai Diaries 26/11, Annabelle Sethupathi, Ankahi Kahaniya — the biggest TV shows and movies in September 2021 on Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and in cinemas.

FOX NEWS: After stranding Americans in Afghanistan, Biden admin warns 'all areas' of country 'unsafe'

"After stranding Americans in Afghanistan, Biden admin warns 'all areas' of country 'unsafe'" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3yypKb8

FOX NEWS: Biden pressed Afghan president to change 'perception' that Taliban was winning, 'whether true or not'

"Biden pressed Afghan president to change 'perception' that Taliban was winning, 'whether true or not'" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3jyShJs

FOX NEWS: Defiant Biden takes 'responsibility' for decision to withdraw troops from Afghanistan, touts mission success

"Defiant Biden takes 'responsibility' for decision to withdraw troops from Afghanistan, touts mission success" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3t0jc3G

FOX NEWS: House Republicans call for Afghanistan accountability and demand Biden resign

"House Republicans call for Afghanistan accountability and demand Biden resign" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3jxb1sM

FOX NEWS: Biden officials 'working around the clock' to 'vet all Afghans' before entry into US

"Biden officials 'working around the clock' to 'vet all Afghans' before entry into US" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3BnLuIk

FOX NEWS: Afghan Interpreter Who Helped Rescue Biden in 2008 Left Behind After U.S. Exit

"Afghan Interpreter Who Helped Rescue Biden in 2008 Left Behind After U.S. Exit" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2Y2YlRV

FOX NEWS: Congressman Michael McCaul: ‘We have a moral obligation to save American’s lives’

"Congressman Michael McCaul: ‘We have a moral obligation to save American’s lives’" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3DyWsNm

FOX NEWS: Martha MacCallum: 'Someone should be fired' over handling in Afghanistan

"Martha MacCallum: 'Someone should be fired' over handling in Afghanistan" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3Bs2IEz

FOX NEWS: White House COVID-19 czar urges businesses require employees to be vaccinated

"White House COVID-19 czar urges businesses require employees to be vaccinated" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2WzgiaE

FOX NEWS: What is Congress' plan on Americans left behind in Afghanistan?

"What is Congress' plan on Americans left behind in Afghanistan?" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3jwz3Ed

FOX NEWS: Ari Fleischer: Does anybody fear Joe Biden?

"Ari Fleischer: Does anybody fear Joe Biden?" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3DwSe8T

FOX NEWS: Kellogg: Not convinced Biden 'has the will' to go after terrorists

"Kellogg: Not convinced Biden 'has the will' to go after terrorists" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3BuD1Du

FOX NEWS: Austin hotel group offers 100 free rooms to Hurricane Ida evacuees

"Austin hotel group offers 100 free rooms to Hurricane Ida evacuees" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3jvQlBi

FOX NEWS: Over 1 million remain without power in Louisiana after Hurricane Ida

"Over 1 million remain without power in Louisiana after Hurricane Ida" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3jCMCCd

FOX NEWS: California firefighters use snow machines to fight Caldor Fire at Tahoe resort

"California firefighters use snow machines to fight Caldor Fire at Tahoe resort" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2WH8Ud1

FOX NEWS: Indianapolis Public Schools promotes racially segregated affinity groups

"Indianapolis Public Schools promotes racially segregated affinity groups" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3DAQaNd

FOX NEWS: Instagram 'incorrectly' deleted account of mother of fallen service member Kareem Nikoui

"Instagram 'incorrectly' deleted account of mother of fallen service member Kareem Nikoui" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3BkiEc2

FOX NEWS: Father of Marine seen cradling Afghan infant reacts to daughter’s death after Kabul blast: ‘Just my baby’

"Father of Marine seen cradling Afghan infant reacts to daughter’s death after Kabul blast: ‘Just my baby’" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3n2Y7F9

FOX NEWS: Man finds hidden attic in new house full of valuable antiques

"Man finds hidden attic in new house full of valuable antiques" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3gR4RSn

FOX NEWS: Nick Jonas eats off of wife Priyanka Chopra's backside in cheeky photo: 'Yummy'

"Nick Jonas eats off of wife Priyanka Chopra's backside in cheeky photo: 'Yummy'" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2V1jg6L

FOX NEWS: Former British soldier plans Afghan escape with 400 evacuees in tow

"Former British soldier plans Afghan escape with 400 evacuees in tow" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3mL2Afm

FOX NEWS: Lara Logan, Dan Crenshaw suggest grim future for US allies left behind in Afghanistan

"Lara Logan, Dan Crenshaw suggest grim future for US allies left behind in Afghanistan" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3zLweF7

FOX NEWS: Army Week Association COO provides update on stranded Afghan interpreter

"Army Week Association COO provides update on stranded Afghan interpreter" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3sZwEoG

Jio Launches New Prepaid Plans With 1 Year of Disney+ Hotstar Mobile

Jio on Tuesday updated its prepaid recharge portfolio with the launch of the new Rs. 499, Rs. 666, Rs. 888, and Rs. 2,599 plans that all come with one-year of Disney+ Hotstar Mobile subscription. Jio also brought a Rs. 549 data add-on pack that bundles the Disney+ Hotstar Mobile subscription alongside offering 1.5GB high-speed data access.

Free Guy Theatrical Release Date in India Set for September 17, Available in English and Hindi

Free Guy release date in India is set for September 17, Disney-owned distributor 20th Century Studios announced on Tuesday.

Redmi Note 10 Pro, Redmi Note 10 Pro Max Get New Dark Nebula Colour Option: Price in India, Specifications

Redmi Note 10 Pro and Redmi Note 10 Pro Max have got a new Dark Nebula colour variant in India, adding to their three already available colourways. The Redmi Note 10S also recently got a Cosmic Purple colour option with a similar blueish-purple hue.

Spotify Blend Lets You Create a Curated Playlist With a Friend

Spotify Blend is a new curated playlist that can be created along with a friend. The playlist gets a new cover art, taste match scores, and sharable data stories at that are said to be unique for each playlist. The Blend playlist will also tell how a users music preferences fare with their friends. Users can create multiple Blend playlist with multiple friends but eac...

The Suicide Squad out September 16 on Apple TV, BookMyShow Stream, Google Play Movies, YouTube Movies

The Suicide Squad is heading to video on demand platforms including Apple TV, BookMyShow Stream, Google Play Movies, and YouTube Movies on September 16. The movie released in theatres on August 5 in select regions including India.

Samsung Galaxy A52 5G Gets Fresh Update With New Features, Latest Security Patch: Report

Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is reportedly getting a new update based on One UI 3.1.1. The update is bundled with the August 2021 Android security patch. It is said to come with a quick settings toggle for the Bedtime Mode and an updated Weather app. The size of the update is 763.01MB.

VPNs in India Should Be Blocked Permanently Due to Increase in Cybercrimes, Parliamentary Panel Again Urges Government

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs has urged the government to block virtual private networks (VPNs) in India, citing VPN services as a “technological challenge” that could lead to growing number of cybercrimes.

Google, Apple Can’t Force Payment Systems on Developers, Says South Korea’s Landmark Bill That Just Passed

A landmark bill passed in South Korea's parliament bans major app store operators such as Google and Apple from forcing software developers to use their payment systems, effectively stopping them from charging commissions on in-app purchases.

Tata Tigor EV With Up to 306 km Range Launched in India Starting Rs. 11.99 Lakhs

Tata Tigor EV has been launched in India. The electric vehicle (EV) is touted to be the cheapest EV in the country. It is available in the three trims — XE, XM, and XZ+ — with a dual-tone colour option only available on the highest trim. It comes with a 26kWh liquid-cooled battery that produces 55kW of peak power and 170Nm of torque. Tigor EV has a claimed range o...

Google Pixel 5a Overheating and Touchscreen Issues Surface, Company Working on a Fix

Pixel 5a users are reporting of overheating and touchscreen issues. Some users claim that the overheating warning comes in when shooting in 4K video, while others say it gets triggered even when shooting 1080p clips. ‘Weird’ touchscreen issues have also been reported affecting the bottom half of the display.

LG UltraGear Gaming Speaker GP9 With Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Fi Quad DAC Launched

LG UltraGear Gaming Speaker GP9 has been unveiled expanding LG’s UltraGear line of gaming hardware. The speaker has a unique look to it paired with RGB lighting. LG says it offers three-dimensional, game-optimised sound, easy controls, and seamless compatibility with both PCs and the latest consoles.

Telegram Crosses 1 Billion Downloads Globally, With India as the Largest Market: Report

Telegram has hit the milestone of one billion downloads, according to a report citing Sensor Tower. The new achievement has brought Telegram against apps including WhatsApp, Messenger, Facebook, and Instagram that have hit the mark of a billion downloads.

Acer Smart TV Models to Launch in India in September Under Brand Licensing Agreement With Indkal Technologies

Acer will soon enter the smart TV space in India with brand-licensee Indkal Technologies, which is a Bengaluru based company. While Acer is famous for its computer hardware and accessories and has been in business for over 45 years, it will now launch smart TVs.

Google, Facebook, Microsoft Top EU Lobbying Spending: Study

Google, Facebook, and Microsoft, followed by Apple, Huawei, and Amazon are the biggest lobbying spenders in Europe in a battle against tough new laws aimed at curbing US tech giants' powers, says a study.

Realme GT Neo Gaming Price and Specifications Leak, Tipped to Launch Soon

Realme GT Neo Gaming is tipped to launch in the global market soon and is likely to come in two configurations — 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 12GB RAM + 256GB storage options. The tipster has also leaked key specifications of the rumoured Realme GT Neo Gaming smartphone and it’s expected to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC.

Zoom Q2 Earnings Exceed Expectations But Growth Forecast Disappoints Investors

Zoom Q2 earnings report marks its first billion-dollar revenue quarter, but the company signaled a faster-than-expected easing in demand for its video-conferencing service after a pandemic-driven boom, which sent its shares tumbling 11 percent.

Instagram Mandates Age Verification in Push for Teen Safety, Will Block Sensitive Content for Minors

Instagram is rolling out measures to ensure proper teen safety on the app. It is making it a mandate for all users to fill in their birthday details. If they haven’t provided with birthday details by a certain point, they’ll need to share it to continue using the app, the company says.

BSNL Rs. 1,498 Prepaid Recharge Plan Launched With 2GB High-Speed Daily Data for 365 Days

BSNL has launched a new Rs. 1,498 prepaid recharge plan that carries 2GB high-speed daily data access for 365 days. Additionally, the state-owned operator has brought a promotional offer with the Rs. 2,399 prepaid plan to extend its validity to 425 days.

Monday, August 30, 2021

Nigeria to Launch Its Own Cryptocurrency 'eNaira' in Partnership With Bitt

Nigeria's Central Bank announced Monday that it will work with Bitt as a technical partner in its bid to launch its own cryptocurrency called the "eNaira".

China Cuts Down Playing Time for Under-18 Gamers to 3 Hours a Week

China has stepped up its social policing and introduced new restrictions for under-18 gamers. The rules now say they can’t play for more than three hours a week — an hour each day over the weekend.

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Apple Buys Primephonic, Plans to Launch Its Own Classical Music App in 2022

Apple has announced the acquisition of classical music streaming service Primephonic and has committed to launching an app dedicated to the genre.

Mi NoteBook Ultra, Mi NoteBook Pro to Go on Sale in India Today: Price, Availability

Mi NoteBook Ultra and Mi NoteBook Pro will go on sale starting today at 12pm (noon). The laptops were launched on August 26 at the Xiaomi's Smarter Living 2022 event. They are being offered with Rs. 4,500 instant discount on HDFC Bank debit, credit cards.

FOX NEWS: Nevada-based non profit offers paragliding free of charge for those who 'need a lift'

"Nevada-based non profit offers paragliding free of charge for those who 'need a lift' " via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3DtKkgl

FOX NEWS: Hannity: Will Biden be held accountable for this unmitigated foreign policy disaster?

"Hannity: Will Biden be held accountable for this unmitigated foreign policy disaster?" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3gLee60

FOX NEWS: Gold Star wife: My husband's sacrifice in Afghanistan was worth it

"Gold Star wife: My husband's sacrifice in Afghanistan was worth it" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2WDYhr1

FOX NEWS: Trump State Department official targets Biden's 'disastrous' Afghanistan efforts as he files for Congress

"Trump State Department official targets Biden's 'disastrous' Afghanistan efforts as he files for Congress" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3kBKyJF

FOX NEWS: Gold Star families respond to Kabul terror attack

"Gold Star families respond to Kabul terror attack" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3zuwkR6

FOX NEWS: Psaki sidesteps question on whether Biden regrets Afghanistan pullout

"Psaki sidesteps question on whether Biden regrets Afghanistan pullout" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/38sG4zE

FOX NEWS: Jocko Willink to Bongino: US troops will 'be there' for friends of America

"Jocko Willink to Bongino: US troops will 'be there' for friends of America" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3BrZIYK

FOX NEWS: Lawmakers' demand action against Biden over Afghanistan crisis

"Lawmakers' demand action against Biden over Afghanistan crisis" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3kH48V5

FOX NEWS: Lara Logan reveals what Congress needs to pay attention to amid Afghanistan crisis

"Lara Logan reveals what Congress needs to pay attention to amid Afghanistan crisis" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3kC1XlJ

FOX NEWS: CDC panel recommends Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine under full FDA approval

"CDC panel recommends Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine under full FDA approval" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2YcsnCX

FOX NEWS: Delta variant may double risk of hospitalization for the unvaccinated, study finds

"Delta variant may double risk of hospitalization for the unvaccinated, study finds" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3Bu7sK3

FOX NEWS: Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine: New Zealand reports first death linked to shot

"Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine: New Zealand reports first death linked to shot" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3tcfLY5

FOX NEWS: Family shares their experience sheltering from Hurricane Ida

"Family shares their experience sheltering from Hurricane Ida" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3kJ6UJA

FOX NEWS: More than 150 people in danger after levee break in Lafitte, La.

" More than 150 people in danger after levee break in Lafitte, La." via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/38tASvj

FOX NEWS: Black Hawks take off in Louisiana to begin Hurricane Ida search and rescue missions

"Black Hawks take off in Louisiana to begin Hurricane Ida search and rescue missions" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3BqmQqQ

FOX NEWS: Ida brings life-threatening storm surge, causes power outage for over 1 million people in Louisiana and Mississippi

"Ida brings life-threatening storm surge, causes power outage for over 1 million people in Louisiana and Mississippi" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2WDinlB

FOX NEWS: Sen Johnson investigating report of Americans being turned away from Kabul airport, told ‘rescue is over’

"Sen Johnson investigating report of Americans being turned away from Kabul airport, told ‘rescue is over’" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3mKKZEg

FOX NEWS: GOP Sen. Hagerty asks GAO if Biden immigration enforcement limit is subject to review by Congress

"GOP Sen. Hagerty asks GAO if Biden immigration enforcement limit is subject to review by Congress" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2WDGh0r

FOX NEWS: Fmr. Counterterrorism Coordinator: Getting our people home should be 'non-negotiable’

"Fmr. Counterterrorism Coordinator: Getting our people home should be 'non-negotiable’" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3yu6MlV

FOX NEWS: Texas abortion providers ask Supreme Court to block state law that bans procedure after six weeks

"Texas abortion providers ask Supreme Court to block state law that bans procedure after six weeks" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3kxoFeC

FOX NEWS: Biden calls Black adviser 'boy' during FEMA briefing

"Biden calls Black adviser 'boy' during FEMA briefing" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2WHzwuq

FOX NEWS: Why Labor Day weekend travel is trickier this year

"Why Labor Day weekend travel is trickier this year" via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3kBaFRd

Realme 8, Realme 8 5G, Realme C11 (2021), Realme C21, Realme C25s Price in India Increased by Up to Rs. 1,500

Realme 8, Realme 8 5G, Realme C11 (2021), Realme C21, and Realme C25s price in India has been hiked by up to Rs. 1,500. The price hike is applicable across all channels, and it reflects online through Flipkart and Realme.com.

Zebronics ZEB-FIT4220CH review: A Feature-Packed Smartwatch that Lacks Polish

The Zebronics ZEB-FIT4220CH could be a good deal given the features it offers at an affordable price, but all is not as it seems.

Xiaomi 12 Tipped to Feature Three 50-Megapixel Rear Cameras

Xiaomi 12 is reported to be in the development phase. A fresh leak suggests that the phone may come with three 50-megapixel sensors – 50-megapixel main, 50-megapixel ultra-wide, and 50-megapixel telephoto lens.

Zomato Makes Opting Out of Cutleries While Ordering Food the Default Option, Aims to Reduce Plastic Use

Zomato has announced an update for its app where it will change the default settings for the cutlery option. Users will now have to opt in to get cutlery instead of opting out. The food delivery service mentions that this initiative can help save up to 5,000 kilograms every day.

CryptoPunks Becomes Second Ethereum-Based NFT Project to Hit $1 Billion in Lifetime Sales

CryptoPunks — the popular non-fungible token (NFT) project — breached the $1 billion (roughly Rs. 7,330 crores) mark in all-time sales on August 28 to become only the second NFT project to have achieved the feat. Click here for more details.

China’s Regulatory Crackdown at a Glance: From Bitcoin to Celebrity Fan Clubs — Nothing’s Off the Table

China has launched a multi-pronged crackdown on its tech companies, leaving startups and decades-old firms alike operating in a new, uncertain environment.

Who Holds DOGE? 82 Percent of Total Dogecoin Is Being Held On-Chain by Only 535 Entities, Analysis Shows

A gargantuan sum of DOGE 106 billion, comprising 82 percent of the supply, is held on-chain by only 535 entities. These entities hold over DOGE 10 million each. Read all about it.

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G Price in India Leaked via Amazon Listing Ahead of Launch: Report

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is all set to launch on September 1 in India. Ahead of that, the phone was briefly listed on Amazon India, leaking price and offer details. The phone is tipped to be priced at Rs. 35,999 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage option.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 Gets Scratches in JerryRigEverything Durability Test

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 has been put through a durability test by YouTube channel JerryRigEverything to test its build as well as the cover and folding displays.

Shopee India May Be Unveiled Soon as Company Launches Recruitment Campaign for Vendors, Ramps Up Hiring

Shopee has launched a recruitment campaign for vendors to sell on what it called Shopee India and is ramping up hiring in the country, according to YouTube videos and job postings.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Launch Tipped for September 8; Alleged Geekbench Listing Hint at Exynos 2100 SoC

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE could launch on September 8, as per tipster Mauri QHD. Another tipster has also shared an image with the smartphone's branding at what seems to be a retail store. An alleged Geekbench listing suggests that the smartphone may come with an Exynos 2100 SoC, paired with 8GB of RAM.

Realme to Launch First Phone Powered by MediaTek Dimensity 810 in India Soon, Realme 8s Expected

Realme is set to launch the first 5G phone based on MediaTek Dimensity 810 SoC in India. It could be the Realme 8s that is rumoured to be the company’s next phone in the Realme 8 series.

Baidu Says Its Robocar Has Achieved L5 Autonomy, Won’t Need a Human to Operate

Baidu has recently revealed that its robocar is capable of level 5 (L5) autonomous driving functionality. In other words, this means the vehicle with no steering wheel and automatic gull-wing doors doesn't need a human to operate. It can drive independently with the same capability as a human driver. In fact, it could be safer than human drivers too.

Realme Narzo 50i Tipped to Launch in India Soon, Specifications and Colour Options Leak

Realme Narzo 50i is reportedly in the works and may launch in India soon. The Realme Narzo 50i is tipped to come in two RAM + storage configurations: 2GB RAM + 32GB storage and 4GB RAM + 64GB storage. It is expected to come in Mint Green and Carbon Black colour options.

Twitter User Asks if Elon Musk Is an Alien: See His Hilarious Reply

Elon Musk said that "of course" he is an alien, when a user posted an old video on Twitter where the SpaceX CEO was seeing pondering the age-old question: "Where are the aliens."

OnePlus 9RT Allegedly Spotted on BIS Certification Site, Could Launch in India Soon

OnePlus 9RT launch in India seems imminent as it has been spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards certification website. The listing doesn't reveal any specifications of the smartphone but suggests it could launch soon. Earlier reports have suggested some key specifications of the smartphone and also suggest the smartphone may launch in India and China.

Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro Tipped to Launch on September 13

Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro were unveiled by Google earlier this month. A new leak suggests that the phones’ dedicated launch event will be held on September 13. Pricing and availability information of the two phones will likely be revealed then. Google is yet to make an announcement of a launch event.

Mi Notebook Ultra First Impressions: High-End Features and Design

Xiaomi's new premium laptop, the Mi Notebook Ultra, looks good and has some compelling features. Has the company struck the right balance?

Vivo X70 Series Launch Date Set for September 9: Expected Price in India, Specifications

Vivo X70 series is set to launch on September 9, the company announced on Weibo on Monday. Vivo also released some images of Vivo X70 Pro+ that show its leather back design and quad rear camera setup.

Shopee Becomes Brazil’s Most-Downloaded Shopping App in 2 Years: Learn Its Game-Changing Approach

Shopee took just two years to become Brazil's most-downloaded shopping app, winning users to its low-cost marketplace with its game-changing approach to e-commerce: in-app mini-games offering coupons to winning users.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Signals Competition Concerns Over Nvidia-Arm Deal: Report

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has signalled competition concerns over Nvidia's planned purchase of Arm, as per a report citing multiple sources.

Sunday, August 29, 2021

Fast & Furious 9 India Release Date Silently Moved to Thursday, September 2

Fast & Furious 9 India release date silently brought forward a day to Thursday, September 2. F9 movie ticket bookings open in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.

Microsoft Exposed Cloud Database: Researchers, Cybersecurity Agency Urge Users to Change Digital Access Keys

Researchers who discovered a massive flaw in the main databases stored in Microsoft's Azure cloud platform urged all users to change their digital access keys, not just the 3,300 it notified this week.

Apple, Google, WeChat Digital Wallets May Face New Regulation Laws in Australia

The Australian government is considering new laws that would tighten the regulation of digital payment services by tech giants such as Apple and Alphabet's Google.

iPhone 13 Will Use LEO Satellite Communication to Enable Voice Calls, Messages Without Cellular Coverage: Kuo

iPhone 13 lineup will come with low earth orbit (LEO) satellite communication connectivity that will allow users to make calls and send messages without requiring cellular coverage, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has reportedly predicted. Apple is said to be working with satellite company Globalstar and Qualcomm to enable the new experience.

Google Play App Store Revenue Hit $11.2 Billion in 2019, Unsealed Court Filing Shows

Google generated $11.2 billion (roughly Rs. 82,320 crores) in revenue from its mobile app store in 2019, according to a court filing unsealed on Saturday, offering a clear view into the service's financial results for the first time.

Bharti Airtel Plans to Raise Up to Rs. 21,000 Crores via Share Sale in Preparation for 5G Launch

Bharti Airtel said it plans to raise up to Rs. 21,000 crores via a sale of shares to existing shareholders as it builds a war chest to prepare for the launch of 5G services.

Best Internet-of-Things Products You Can Buy in India

The term ‘Internet of Things’ (IoT) covers a wide range of products, but can generally be considered to be anything ‘smart’. Here is our list of the best IoT products you can buy in India right now, including smart cameras, robot vacuum cleaners, smart plugs, and more.

Realme C21Y Goes on Sale in India via Flipkart, Realme.com Today: Price in India, Offers, Specifications

Realme C21Y will go on sale today. It will be available via Flipkart and Realme.com. The sale will begin at 12pm (noon) and the phone will be available in Cross Black and Cross Blue colours. Realme C21Y is priced starting at Rs. 8,999.

Mi Smart Band 6 Goes on Sale in India via Amazon, Mi.com Today: Price in India, Offers, Specifications

Mi Smart Band 6 is all set to go on sale in India today. The fitness band will be available via Amazon and Mi.com in the Indian market. The wearable is priced at Rs. 3,499. It supports SpO2 tracking and 30 sports modes.

SpaceX Launches Ants, Avocados, Robot to International Space Station

A SpaceX shipment of ants, avocados, and a human-sized robotic arm rocketed toward the International Space Station on Sunday.

Clubhouse Launches Spatial Audio Feature to Help Chats Feel Life-Like

Clubhouse said it will launch a spatial audio feature to make voices sound as if they're coming from different directions, helping conversations and virtual performances feel more life-like.

Should You Invest in Cryptocurrency?

Investing in cryptocurrency in India is going up steadily, but how many people are doing this simply because of a fear of missing out? There are a number of things that you need to consider before you think about investing in cryptocurrency. Let's take a look.