Redmi Note 12R Pro 5G With Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC, 33W Fast Charging Launched: Report

Redmi Note 12R Pro reportedly launched in China on Saturday. The smartphone is the latest one to join the expansive Note 12 series. The phone is said to be powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC. It packs a 5,000mAh battery unit with fast charging support, according to a report.

ChatGPT-Like AI Chatbots Have Been Used to Create 49 News Websites: NewsGuard Report

The news-rating group NewsGuard has found dozens of news websites generated by AI chatbots proliferating online, according to a report published Monday, raising questions about how the technology may supercharge established fraud techniques.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Leaked Design Renders Hint at Larger, Revamped External Display

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 display specifications have been leaked online, alongside detailed renders of the upcoming handset. This foldable phone could feature an external screen that is considerably larger than its predecessor and slightly bigger than the Oppo Find N2 Flip.

Elon Musk Says Twitter Will Roll Out Per-Article Payment Plan for Media Publishers

Elon Musk on Saturday announced a plan for his Twitter platform to allow media publishers to charge users on a per-article basis with a single click.

NDTV, ANI's Twitter Handle Locked; NDTV Says 'Working With Twitter to Restore Account'

Twitter has locked NDTV's official handle on Saturday evening. The microsite has not stated any reason for locking out the media news handle yet. Meanwhile, team NDTV has tweeted on another handle that they are 'working with Twitter to restore @ndtv account'.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Will Soon Support More Health Features Based on Skin Temperature Sensor

Samsung is working on adding more health features that can use its newly launched skin temperature sensor. The feature uses an infrared temperature sensor to provide more accurate data on menstrual cycles and overall health.

Google Pixel Fold Leaked Renders Suggest Thinner Hinge: All Details

Google Pixel Fold is expected to launch soon in the market. It is being speculated that the company may unveil the Pixel Fold at the upcoming Google I/O, scheduled for May 2023. A recent leak by a popular tipster, displaying the design renders of the Pixel Fold, have provided new insights on the smartphone's cover design.

Realme 11 Pro+ Display Specifications Confirmed Officially; Appears on Geekbench Listing Ahead of Launch

Realme 11 series smartphones, comprising Realme 11, Realme 11 Pro, and Realme 11 Pro+, are confirmed to launch on May 10 in China. While the smartphone's debut is still more than a week away, the company has revealed the display specifications of the Realme 11 Pro+ via a Weibo post. Additionally, the smartphone has also appeared on the Geekbench listing.

EU Lawmakers Struggle to Finalise Law to Regulate ChatGPT and Generative AI

The members of European Parliament (MEPs) are racing to update AI regulation rules to catch up with an explosion of interest in generative AI, which has provoked awe and anxiety since OpenAI unveiled ChatGPT six months ago. The draft bill is not final and lawyers say it will likely take years to come into force. The speed of their work, though, is also a rare example ...

Twitter to Take 10 Percent Cut on Content Subscriptions After 12 Months

Twitter CEO Elon Musk said on Friday that the social media platform will take a 10 percent cut on content subscriptions after the first year, as the company looks to monetize content on the website in a bid to diversify its revenue sources. Earlier this month, billionaire owner Musk said users of the social media platform will be able to offer their followers subscri...

Oppo F23 Pro 5G Price, Specifications Tipped; Could Launch in India on May 15

Oppo F23 Pro 5G is likely to launch in India soon. The phone is expected to succeed the Oppo F21 Pro 5G that launched in April 2022. A new report suggests that the mid-range phone will launch on May 15. It also hints at some key specifications of the phone along with its expected price.

Sony Expects Quarterly Profits to Fall 3.2 Percent; Says PS5 Sales Will Jump By 6 Million Units in 2023

Sony Group on Friday said PlayStation 5 sales will jump by six million units this business year, but forecast its profit will slip from a record high as weaker financial services sales offsets gains from gaming, music and movies.

Acer Swift Go (2023) With 13th Gen Intel CPU, 2.8K OLED Display Launched in India: Details

Acer Swift Go (2023) was launched in India on April 27. The laptop sports a 14-inch OLED display with up to 400 nits of peak brightness. It runs on Windows 11 Home, and has 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage.

Infinix Smart 7 HD With 5,000mAh Battery, Dual Rear Cameras Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Infinix Smart 7 HD powered by Unisoc SC9863A1 SoC has been unveiled in India. The smartphone get an 8-megapixel dual rear camera setup and is backed by a 5,000mAh battery. It'll be available for purchase on Flipkart starting May 4.

Intel’s Quarterly Revenue Records Historic Fall of 36 Percent as Semiconductor Sales Drop

Intel on Thursday posted a massive fall in sales for the first quarter of 2023 because of a steep drop in the demand for semiconductors -- or chips -- that power personal computers and smartphones.

Apple Watch May Soon Support Multi Device Pairing With iPad and Mac, Tipster Claims

Apple Watch may add support for syncing data from an Apple Watch across multiple devices, according to a tipster. If Apple's purported multi-device support is eventually announced, users may not be limited to a single iPhone, seeing data from their Apple Watch across multiple devices.

Asus ROG Ally Launch Date Set for May 11; Renders, Specifications, Price Leak Ahead of Debut

Asus ROG Ally is set to launch on May 11. The company's first handheld gaming device is tipped to be powered by an AMD Z1 Extreme processor with AMD Radeon Navi3 graphics and is said to weigh 608g. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming Asus ROG Ally.

'Yet to Be Established It Was a Redmi Phone': Xiaomi India on 8-Year-Old's Death in Smartphone Explosion

In the case of a tragic incident where an eight-year-old girl lost her life as the smartphone exploded, Xiaomi India said, "There are some reports suggesting that this is a Redmi phone, that is yet to be established, the matter is currently being investigated."

Poco F5 Pro Design Renders, Specifications Leaked Ahead of May 9 Launch

Poco F5 5G series is scheduled to launch on May 9. The smartphone lineup, expected to succeed the Poco F4 5G series, is confirmed to include a Poco F5 Pro model as well. A new report now suggests key specifications and the design of the Poco F5 Pro.

Facebook Parent Meta Mints $5.7 Billion in Profits in First Quarter After Wave of Layoffs, Cost-Cutting

Shares in Facebook parent Meta surged Wednesday after the internet titan reported it made a profit of $5.7 billion (roughly Rs. 46,500 crore) in the first quarter of this year, beating forecasts after a massive wave of cost-cutting and layoffs.

Fast X Part 2 Sets 2025 Release Window, Vin Diesel Confirms at CinemaCon

Fast X: Part 2 will release sometime in 2025, star Vin Diesel confirmed at CinemaCon. Louis Leterrier will return to direct the sequel, which marks a two-part finale to the long-running Fast & Furious saga. The cast of Fast X — releasing May 19 — also revealed an extended trailer to the CinemaCon attendees, which reportedly saw Brie Larson’s new character Tess g...

U.K. Blocks Microsoft’s $69 Billion Bid for Activision, a Blow for Tech Deals

By David McCabe and Kellen Browning via NYT Technology https://ift.tt/t3QGKbI

Tecno Spark 10 4G With 50-Megapixel Main Camera, 90Hz LCD Screen Launched: Price, Specifications

Tecno has expanded its Spark lineup of smartphones with the launch of the Spark 10 4G in Philippines. The smartphone comes with a MediaTek Helio G37 SoC, a 6.6-inch LCD display, and a 5,000mAh battery. It runs on Android 13-based HiOS 12. Any details on its India availability are yet to be shared.

Bitcoin Price Rebounds After Two Two-Day Crypto Market Slump as Values of Most Altcoins Rise: Details

The market cap of the crypto sector grew by 2.53 percent over the last 24 hours. Bitcoin and Ether, along with Solana, Polkadot, and Polygon along with most altcoins, recorded profits after a two-day market slump. Tether settled with small losses while other stablecoins managed to reel in minor gains on Wednesday.

Microsoft, Google Beat First-Quarter Market Expectations as AI Race Heats Up

Microsoft and Google on Tuesday announced earnings for Q1 2023 as both technology titans beat market expectations amid an increasingly competitive AI technology sector. Google parent Alphabet is facing pressure due to slowing ad spending, over-hiring, and Microsoft racing ahead in the artificial intelligence race.

As Carlson and Lemon Exit, a Chapter Closes on Cable’s Trump War

By Jim Rutenberg via NYT Technology https://ift.tt/7ZixSb9

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon Will Reportedly Launch on August 25

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon will reportedly release on August 25. The news comes in the wake of FromSoftware’s upcoming mech-crunching title receiving a 12+ age rating in Korea, and rumours that it is getting a potential reveal in June. Armored Core 6 will see mecha robots duking it out on a dystopian post-apocalyptic world to claim control over a mysterious e...

Zomato, Zypp Electric Partner to Deploy 1 Lakh Electric Scooters for Last-Mile Deliveries by 2024

Zomato and Zypp Electric on Tuesday announced that the firms were partnering to deploy 1 lakh electric scooter for last-mile deliveries in the country. The partnership will see Zypp provide the food delivery firm with delivery partners in various cities, according to the company.

Netflix to Invest $2.5 Billion in South Korean Content Over the Next Four Years

Netflix will invest $2.5 billion (about Rs. 20,475 crore) in South Korea over the next four years to produce Korean TV series, movies and unscripted shows. With this figure, Netflix is essentially doubling the amount the company has invested in the market since 2016. The US streaming service made the announcement after a meeting between South Korean President Yoon Suk...

SpaceX Gains Approval to Set Up Fifth US Rocket Launch Site at Vandenberg Space Force Base

SpaceX has won approval to set up its fifth launch site in the US, the US Space Force said on Monday. The Elon Musk-led firm has been granted approval to lease a second rocket launch complex at a military base in California, which will allow it to launch its Falcon rockets from a space launch complex at the Vandenberg Space Force Base located to the north of Los Angel...

Apple vs Epic Games: US Appeals Court Says Apple's App Store Rules Don't Violate Antitrust Law

Apple on Monday was directed to allow developers to provide links or buttons to external payments outside the App Store, by a US appeals court. The iPhone maker's arguments that its App Store rules do not violate antitrust laws were accepted by the court, which ruled in favour of Apple on nine counts out of 10 and allowed its commissions of up 30 percent for in-app pa...

iPhone 15 Pro Max Tipped to Debut With a Larger 48-Megapixel Sony Sensor: All Details

Apple is likely to bring camera upgrades to the iPhone 15 Pro Max model this year. According to a tipster, Apple is said to pack a new 48-megapixel Sony sensor on the upcoming flagship, which is almost 1-inch in size. Last year's iPhone 14 Pro Max came with a Sony IMX803 48-megapixel sensor on the rear.

Apple's Mixed Reality Headset to Feature External Battery Pack With Two-Hour Backup: Mark Gurman

Apple Reality Pro will be powered by an external battery pack that can offer two hours of battery life, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The company's first foldable wearable headset will reportedly have two connectors, a magnetic port for the battery pack and a USB Type-C port for data transmission. The headset is expected to be unveiled at Apple's WWDC event in...

Bitcoin Falls to $27,000 Over Weekend, Ether Value Also Recedes Amid Market Uncertainty

The overall crypto market cap has dropped notably in the last few days. Bitcoin and Ether, both of which climbed high up the price ladder last week, witnessed significant slips over the second last weekend of April. BTC and ETH along with Tether, Ripple, and Solana recorded small gains on Monday, April 24.

Google Pixel Fold Price, Specifications, Availability, Hands-On Video Leak Ahead of I/O Event

Google Pixel Fold price, specifications and availability details have leaked online. The Pixel Fold is tipped to go on sale starting May 10 in chalk and obsidian colour options. It could pack a Tensor G2 chipset under the hood. Additionally, a live video of the handset suggests its design specifications.

Arm to Reportedly Start Manufacturing Its Own Semiconductor Chips for Smartphones, Laptops, More

British chipmaker Arm is reportedly building its own semiconductor to showcase the capabilities of its products, as it seeks to attract new customers and fuel growth following its Initial Public Offering (IPO) later this year.

ChatGPT Performs Worse Than Students at Accounting Exams, Struggles With Mathematical Process

Researchers found students to have fared better at accounting exams than ChatGPT, OpenAI's chatbot product. The researchers from Brigham Young University (BYU), US, and 186 other universities wanted to know how OpenAI's technology would fare on accounting exams.

Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai Reaps $226 Million Compensation in 2022 Amid Layoffs

Alphabet Chief Executive Sundar Pichai received total compensation of about $226 million (roughly Rs. 1,850 crore) in 2022, more than 800 times the median employee's pay, the company said in a securities filing on Friday. Early this month, hundreds of Google employees staged a walkout at the company's London offices following a dispute over layoffs.

ISRO Successfully Launches PSLV-C55 to Place 2 Satellites in Orbit for Earth Observation

ISRO on Saturday successfully launched the PSLV-C55 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota and placed two Singaporean satellites for Earth observation into the intended orbit. The launch was completed at 14:19 hours IST, ISRO said. This is the fifth launch in this edition.

Apple CEO Tim Cook Concludes His India Visit, Says ‘Can't Wait to Return’

Apple CEO Tim Cook left India with a note that he can't wait to return to the country. The visit of Cook coincided with 25 years of the iPhone maker's presence in India. On his last day of the visit to India, Apple CEO met Bharti Group founder and chairman Sunil Mittal and both of them reaffirmed their commitment to work more closely in India and Africa.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 To Get Exynos W980 SoC: Report

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 series is expected to launch later this year. The series is likely to include the Galaxy Watch 6 and Galaxy Watch 6 Pro models. Several reports have previously suggested a few key specifications that the smart wearables may feature. A new report hints that the models may be powered by an in-house Exynos W980 SoC.

WhatsApp Rolls Out 'Keep in Chat' Feature for Disappearing Messages, Sticker Maker Tool for iOS: Details

WhatsApp has announced the introduction of a new feature that will allow users to keep disappearing messages in chats. The app will allow users to retain specific messages, with the consent of the sender. The Meta owned messaging service is also rolling out a sticker maker tool for devices running on iOS 16, according to a feature tracker.

Immortals of Aveum Gets a Magic-Heavy Gameplay Trailer, Reveals Demanding System Requirements

Immortals of Aveum just got a six-minute-long gameplay trailer, highlighting its visuals and spell-based combat. Developer Ascendant Studios also revealed PC system requirements for the same, which are on the extreme high end, demanding at least an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 Super card to run the game at minimum settings. The developers have attributed the increased hard...

Motorola Teases Upcoming Moto Razr Series for the First Time, Hints at New Outer Display

Motorola’s upcoming Razr devices have seen several leaks in the past few weeks. From artist renders to leaked images, the Razr Plus (also known as the Razr 40 Ultra) also made an appearance on Geekbench and some certification websites. Now, there’s finally a teaser that comes directly from Motorola hinting at the Plus model’s external display.

OnePlus Pad Price in India Set to Be Announced on April 25: Report

OnePlus Pad has been unveiled at the Cloud 11 launch event, however, the Android tablet from the Chinese smartphone manufacturer is yet to be available for sale. The company will reportedly announce the price of OnePlus Pad on April 25. The tablet will be available for purchase via Flipkart, Amazon and the OnePlus India website.

Street Fighter 6 Demo Is Now Available on PS4 and PS5; Capcom Offers In-Depth Look at the World Tour Mode

A free playable demo for Street Fighter 6 is now available on the PS4 and PS5. During the Street Fighter Showcase, Capcom revealed a bunch of details about its upcoming fighter, ranging from Year 1 DLC characters to an in-depth look at its single-player World Tour mode. Players can create a custom avatar and play through the first part of the story mode. The Street Fi...

Twilight Set to Make its Way to TV as Harry Potter Gets Rebooted

Twilight is getting a TV series treatment at Lionsgate Entertainment. Plans are in the very early stages for an adaptation of the titular young-adult book series by Stephenie Meyer. News of the Twilight series comes in the wake of Warner Bros. Discovery announcing a Harry Potter show for HBO Max — now, just Max — with J.K. Rowling serving as executive producer.

Jaguar Land Rover Announces GBP 15 Billion Investment in EVs to Catch Up With Rivals: Details

Jaguar Land Rover, owned by India's Tata Motors, announced on Wednesday that it will invest GBP 15 billion (roughly Rs. 1,23,200 crore) in electric vehicle technology. The carmaker also promised it would deliver a new electric Jaguar by 2025 — the firm has not launched any zero-emission vehicles since its well-received electric I-Pace in 2018.

Apple Could Double or Triple Investments, Exports in India Over Coming Years: Rajeev Chandrasekhar

US tech giant Apple could double or triple investments in India, along with exports, over the next few years, IT minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar said, as the company opened a second store in the world's biggest smartphone market after China.

India, UK Discuss Crypto Assets; Focus on Robust Approach to Handling Risks and Vulnerabilities

India and the UK discussed international developments regarding crypto assets at the India-UK 2nd Financial Markets Dialogue t the India-UK 2nd Financial Markets Dialogue on Wednesday. Both countries' participants at the dialogue provided updates on recent developments in their respective banking sectors. They also discussed banking trends and emerging vulnerabilities...

A $787.5 Million Settlement and Embarrassing Disclosures: The Costs of Airing a Lie

By Jim Rutenberg and Katie Robertson via NYT Technology https://ift.tt/OSFgdMG

iQoo 11 5G, iQoo 9 Series Price in India Discounted During Third Anniversary Sale: Check Offers

iQoo 11 5G price in India has been slashed during the ongoing sale to celebrate the Chinese smartphone maker's third anniversary. The company is also selling the older iQoo 9 and iQoo 9 Pro models at discounted rates during the ongoing sale that ends on April 24.

Netflix Slashes Subscription Rates in 116 Countries After Low-Priced Plan Finds Success in India

Entertainment OTT player Netflix has slashed subscription rates in 116 countries following the success of its business model in India, the company said on Wednesday.

Xiaomi Pad 6, Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro With Up to 144Hz Displays, Snapdragon SoCs Launched: Price, Specifications

Xiaomi Pad 6 and Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro were launched in China on Monday They run on Android 13-based MIUI 14 and are powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon SoCs.

Mi Band 8 With 1.62-Inch AMOLED Display, Over 150 Training Modes Launched: Price, Features

Xiaomi launched its smart wearable device, the Mi Band 8. The device is available in Light Gold and Bright Black frames with a variety of strap options, including the ones which allow users to wear it as a pendant or clip it onto their shoes.

Telangana Looking to Promote Eco-Friendly Farming Practices via Blockchain, AlgoBharat Joins Efforts

Telangana is looking to introduce blockchain-based solutions to make activities related to farming more eco-friendly. Carbon and other sustainable credits have historically required significant documentation and complexity to track with traditional methods. This makes the process unaffordable for many. AlgoBharat, in a bid to make this process cost-effective for farme...

Apple Reality Pro Headset to Offer Support for iPad Apps, Sports and Productivity Features: Report

Apple Reality Pro could be unveiled by the company in the coming months, and the Cupertino company is reportedly working to bring several apps to its upcoming wearable device. The headset could come with support for several iPad apps, as well as other Apple services adapted to work on a 3D interface.

UPI Most Preferred Mode for Digital Payments in India in 2022; 87.92 Billion Transactions Processed: Report

UPI was the most preferred mode for digital payments in 2022, according to a Worldline report. Over 87.92 billion transactions worth Rs 149.5 trillion were processed in last year, and Person-to-Merchant (P2M) and Person-to-Person (P2P) UPI payments were the most popular choices for users in India, as per the report.

Twitter Updates Policy to Restrict Visibility of Tweets That Violate Platform Rules

Twitter has updated its policy to restrict the visibility of tweets that are against the service's rules. The microblogging platform will restrict tweets that are found to violate hateful conduct rules and expand it to other domains later. Users on Twitter will also be able to submit feedback on the label, according to the service.

Google Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold Prices Leak Online; Tipped to Launch on May 10: Report

Google Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a smartphones are expected to make their debut soon. New reports suggest that the models will be released on May 10 at the company's upcoming Google I/O event. The reports also hint at the colour options and pricing for the devices before their debut.

JioCinema Sets New Viewership Record of 24 Million Views During RCB vs CSK IPL Match

JioCinema, which took over the streaming rights for IPL from 2023 onwards, has just broken its own viewership record, crossing 24 million during the recent RCB vs CSK match. The tournament is being streamed on JioCinema for free.

Coinbase to Ramp Up Web3 Initiatives in the UK as Japan, Dubai Race to Become Blockchain Hubs

Coinbase will be ramping up Web3 initiatives in the UK in the coming days. A total of nine steps have been listed by Coinbase on how more Web3 initiatives could decide UK as the epicentre of their activities. These steps include having British banks collaborate with crypto projects and making blockchain a part of government activities.

Realme 11 Series Reportedly Spotted on BIS, FCC Websites; India Launch Expected Soon

Realme models have been spotted on the BIS and FCC websites. There have been no official confirmations on the new, upcoming smartphones but it is speculated to be a part of the Realme 11 series, one of the models being the Pro variant.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Prices Hover at Eight-Month High as Altcoins Values Rise in Bullish Crypto Market

The overall crypto market is seeing investors flocking with their capital after the banking system took a bit hit in the US last month. Bitcoin and Ether, both of the top two cryptocurrencies are trading at their highest prices in the last eight months, that have grown majorly since last year. Stablecoins have recorded dips in value, while the price of memecoin Dogeco...

Apple TV, Amazon’s AWS and Alexa Back Up After Thousands of Users Experience Outage

Amazon.com said its cloud computing division Amazon Web Services (AWS) and its voice assistant service Alexa were back online after a brief outage on Sunday. Downdetector, an outage tracking website, also reported Apple TV to be down for several users.

Google Devising Radical Search Changes to Beat Back A.I. Rivals

By Nico Grant via NYT Technology https://ift.tt/kcWxym3

First Stores in India Mark Company's Major Expansion in Country, Says Apple

As it celebrates more than 25 years in India, iPhone-maker Apple on Monday said its first two stores in the country to be opened this week mark a major expansion plan of the company.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Final Trailer Features King Ganondorf’s Return, a Sprawling Hyrule, and More

Nintendo has dropped the final trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, ahead of its launch on May 12. The new trailer drop is cryptically edited, keeping plot details to the minimum, while teasing King Ganondorf’s return, a new look for Princess Zelda, and a look at the various contraptions Link can build in the game.

Samsung Galaxy F54 5G India Launch Timeline, Specifications Tipped; Could Pack a 6,000mAh Battery

Samsung Galaxy F54 5G is expected to launch soon in India. The smartphone is tipped to feature an Exynos SoC under the hood. Samsung is said to launch the phone with a triple rear camera setup featuring a 108-megapixel main camera.

ChatGPT Is Knock Knock Knockin' on Spotify's Door

Benoit Carre, a composer of AI-assisted music, says that there’s no “big red button” yet to generate ready-made songs, but he ticks off what artificial intelligence tools can do already: Create song snippets in various genres, imitate the styles of individual lyricists, and adopt the vocal timbres of particular singers.

Final Fantasy XVI Extended Gameplay Revealed at PlayStation’s State of Play Event

Over 20 minutes of new Final Fantasy XVI gameplay was revealed at PlayStation’s State of Play event. Producer Naoki Yoshida revealed that you’ll only be playing as protagonist Clive Rosfield, as the game charts his journey through his teens, twenties, and thirties. FFXVI also features a world map, a hideaway to purchase and upgrade weapons, a training zone, and mo...

ChatGPT Can Resume in Italy if OpenAI Meets Data Watchdog’s Demands by April 30

Italy's data protection agency set out a list of demands on Wednesday which it said OpenAI must meet by April 30 to address the agency's concerns over the ChatGPT chatbot and allow the artificial intelligence service to resume in the country.

Garmin Instinct 2X Solar Smartwatch With Solar Charging Power Glass Launched: Price, Features

Garmin has launched the Instinct 2X Solar smartwatch with smart features like solar charging power glass, 10ATM water resistance as well as thermal/shock resistance, contactless payment, smart health monitors, activity trackers and more. Priced at $450 (roughly Rs. 37,000), the watch comes in three sizes - 40mm, 45mm and 50mm.

Warner Bros Discovery Unveils Revamped 'Max' Streaming Service, Launching May 23

After reports of Warner Bros Discovery planning to create a single 'Max' streaming service for all of its content, the company has finally announced May 23 as the date for unveiling the new service. Max will combine content from across Warner Bros Discovery properties, including HBO's catalogue of scripted content, and reality shows from Discovery+.

Asus ZenFone 10 Geekbench Listing Suggests Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC and More: Report

After showing up in a leak a month ago, we now have a new leak that suggests more details about the upcoming Asus ZenFone 10. The phone is expected to be a direct successor to the ZenFone 9, which is a compact premium flagship.

Mass Layoffs and Absentee Bosses Create a Morale Crisis at Meta

By Sheera Frenkel and Mike Isaac via NYT Technology https://ift.tt/cfPapLb

Oppo Find X6 Pro Gets Best Smartphone Camera Rating by DxOMark: All Details

Oppo Find X6 Pro has undergone the DxOMark camera test and has achieved an overall score of 153 points. It is followed by Honor Magic 5 Pro with 152 points and Huawei Mate 50 Pro with 149 points.

US House to Vote on Bill to Crack Down on Huawei, ZTE Amid Security Concerns

The House of Representatives said on Tuesday it will take up a bipartisan bill called the Countering Untrusted Telecommunications Abroad Act that would require the State Department to report on US NATO allies and others using telecommunication equipment or services in their 5G networks from companies like Huawei and ZTE.

HP Must Face Lawsuit for Alleged Shareholder Fraud by Boosting Sales, Appeals Court Rules

A US appeals court on Tuesday revived a lawsuit alleging HP defrauded shareholders by secretly using unprofitable tactics to boost sales of its printing supplies in 2015 and 2016.

PlayStation State of Play Event to Showcase Final Fantasy XVI Gameplay: Details

Sony has confirmed a new PlayStation State of Play event this week, promising 20 minutes of gameplay from Final Fantasy 16. The presentation is scheduled to go live on PlayStation’s official YouTube and Twitch channels on April 14 at 2:30am IST in India, and April 13 at 2pm PT in the US. Final Fantasy XVI releases June 22, exclusively on the PS5.

Google Fined $32 Million by South Korea Antitrust Regulator for Blocking Mobile Games on Competing Platform

The Korea Fair Trade Commission (KFTC) said on Tuesday that Google bolstered its market dominance, and hurt local app market One Store's revenue and value as a platform, by requiring video game makers to exclusively release their titles on Google Play in exchange for providing in-app exposure between June 2016 and April 2018.

US Government Seeks Public Comments on Ways to Regulate ChatGPT-Like AI Amid Privacy, Security Concerns

The Biden administration said Tuesday it is seeking public comments on potential accountability measures for artificial intelligence (AI) systems as questions loom about its impact on national security and education.

Xiaomi 13 Ultra Design Renders Leaked Ahead of April Launch; May Sport Massive Camera Module

Xiaomi 13 Ultra is confirmed to launch later this month in China. The flagship smartphone is said to feature a Leica-tuned camera setup. Ahead of the launch, the flagship phone's renders have leaked online. The renders suggest that the Xiaomi 13 Ultra will get a major redesign.

Vivo X Fold 2, Vivo X Flip Foldables Launch Date Announced, Vivo Pad 2 to Tag Along: Details

After appearing in the rumour mill several times, Vivo’s upcoming foldables finally have a launch date. The latest foldables from the brand will be announced in China on 20 April and will be accompanied by the Vivo Pad 2 tablet. With the launch date now clear, more images and details have also been leaked.

Ethereum's Shapella Upgrade to Unlock Around $33 Billion of Staked Ether

Investors are finally set to gain access to more than $33 billion of ether this week under a planned revamp of the blockchain. A new software upgrade to the Ethereum blockchain, dubbed Shapella, will let market players redeem their "staked ether" - coins they have deposited and locked up on the network over the past three years in return for interest.

Persona 3 Remake and Jet Set Radio Reboot Footage Reportedly Leaked Online

Gameplay footage of the long-rumoured Persona 3 remake and a Jet Set Radio reboot has reportedly surfaced online. The leak supposedly stems from a 2021 internal meeting at SEGA Japan and features a small clip of Persona 3 protagonist Yukari Takeba firing a barrage of arrows at a Shadow. The footage also features cinematics for 2022’s Sonic Frontiers and a glimpse at...

Vivo T2 5G, Vivo T2x 5G With Dual Rear Cameras, Fast Charging Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Vivo T2 5G and Vivo T2X 5G have been launched in India. The Vivo T2 5G is equipped with the Snapdragon 695 SoC, whereas the Vivo T2x 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6020 SoC.

A.I. Is Coming for Lawyers, Again

By Steve Lohr via NYT Technology https://ift.tt/lXsGoQZ

Star Wars Celebration 2023: Ahsoka Teaser, Daisy Ridley Returns, Andor Season 2 Release Window, and More

Star Wars Celebration 2023 played host to several new announcements for the future of the galaxy far, far away, across television and movies. The biggest highlights include the first teaser for the Rosario Dawson-led Ahsoka, confirming an August release window on Disney+ and Disney+ Hotstar. Meanwhile, Lucasfilm also confirmed three new Star Wars movies, starting with...

Google Pixel 7a Leaked Renders Suggest New Colour Options May Be Coming: All Details

After appearing in the rumour mill several times, we were recently treated to a proper hands-on of the upcoming Google Pixel 7a. The smartphone is meant to replace the outgoing Pixel 6a model and is also expected to bring several improvements. Now, a new source has hinted at all of its colour options or finishes in some detailed renders.

Vivo T2 5G Confirmed to Launch With 64-Megapixel Main Camera

Vivo is all set to expand its T series of smartphones with the upcoming Vivo T2 5G. The phone will make its debut in India on April 11. The landing page for the phone has already been made live on Flipkart revealing some of its key details like display and camera specifications.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie Opens with $377 Million at the Worldwide Box Office

The Super Mario Bros. Movie has collected $377 million (about Rs. 3,088 crore) at the global box office, during its opening weekend. With these numbers, the film now holds the record opening for an animated movie, beating the one set by Disney’s Frozen 2. The Mario movie collected roughly $173 million (about Rs. 1,416 crore) from markets outside the US and the remai...

Japan Considers Government Adoption of ChatGPT-Like AI Technology, Wants Privacy Concerns Resolved

Japan will consider government adoption of artificial intelligence technology such as OpenAI's ChatGPT chatbot if privacy and cybersecurity concerns are resolved, Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno said on Monday.

Asus ROG Phone 7 Allegedly Bags NBTC Certification Ahead of April 13 Launch

Asus ROG Phone 7 will be unveiled in India on April 13. Ahead of the launch, the handset has been spotted on Thailand’s National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) website with model number Asus_AI2205_C. The listing suggests that the upcoming handset will have support for the 5G network.

Baidu Sues Apple, Other App Developers Over Fake Copies of Ernie Bot App

Chinese search engine giant Baidu has filed lawsuits against "relevant" app developers and Apple over fake copies of its Ernie bot app available on Apple's App Store. The company's artificial intelligence powered Ernie bot, launched last month, has been touted as China's closest answer to the US-developed chatbot ChatGPT.

Vivo T2 5G Specifications Tipped via Geekbench Listing Ahead of Launch, Could Feature Snapdragon 695 SoC

Vivo T2 will be launched in India on April 11. Ahead of the official launch, the handset has been spotted in a Geekbench listing that offers a glimpse at some of the key specifications.

Fastrack Limitless FS1 Smartwatch With Bluetooth Calling, Alexa Support Launched in India

Fastrack Limitless FS1 smartwatch has been unveiled in India on Friday. The new smartwatch comes with a 1.95-inch display and is available in three colour options.

Alibaba Invites Businesses to Test Its ChatGPT-Like AI Chatbot: Report

Tech giant Alibaba is seeking companies to test its Tongyi Qianwen AI chatbot, business publication STAR Market Daily reported on Friday, joining the rush to emulate the explosive success of ChatGPT.

Salman Khan's Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan Motion Poster Out Now, Trailer Out on April 10

Salman Khan took to Instagram to share the motion poster of his upcoming film Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, and also announced that the trailer for the movie would drop on April 10. The film, also starring Pooja Hegde, releases on April 21.

Motorola Edge 40 Renders Surface Online; Suggest Triple Rear Cameras, Four Colourways

Motorola Edge 40 could launch soon as its renders have surfaced on the Web. The latest Edge-series device from the Chinese smartphone brand is shown in four colour options. It appears to have a triple rear camera setup comprising a 50-megapixel primary sensor.

MeitY Notifies Amendments to IT Rules Related to Online Gaming, Spread of False Information

Reaffirming its commitment to protecting the safety and trust of digital citizens, the Ministry of Electronics and IT has notified amendments to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, related to online gaming and spread of false and misleading information regarding government business.

NCB Said to Have Busted Narcotics Gang Involved in DarkNet, Cryptocurrency

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has busted an international criminal gang that dealt in drugs using DarkNet and cryptocurrency with linkages in several countries as well as multiple states in India, sources said. The modus operandi of the drug traffickers included the use of the Darknet, cryptocurrency, digital media, UPIs, and fake KYC documents.

Oppo Tipped to Be Working on 300W SuperVooc Fast Charging System

Oppo is reportedly working on a 300W SuperVooc fast charging system. It is expected to launch within the year and is likely to be paired with a 4,600mAh battery. If launched, the charger will be tied with the Redmi 300W Immortal Second Charger as the fastest smartphone charger in the market.

Tecno Spark 10C With Dual Rear Cameras, 5,000mAh Battery Launched: All Details

Tecno Spark 10C has been launched in select markets. The latest Spark 10 series smartphone features a 90Hz refresh rate display and packs an 8-megapixel selfie camera. It features a 5,000mAh battery.

RBI Proposes Expanding Reach of UPI to Allow for Credit via Pre-Approved Bank Lines

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is proposing expanding the reach of the popular Unified Payments Interface (UPI) digital payments system by allowing credit to be offered via pre-approved bank lines.

Apple to Focus on a Revamped Control Center With Upcoming iOS 17 Software Update: Report

Among the many changes that are already expected from iOS 17 release this year, Apple, according to a new leak, is also expected to revamp its Control Center. The Control Center, which allows quick access to frequently used controls from the Settings app, is also said to be the focus of this year’s iOS software update, which is expected to be announced at the upcomi...

Bob Lee, Cash App Creator, Is Fatally Stabbed in San Francisco

By Amanda Holpuch and Kate Conger via NYT Technology https://ift.tt/6xsNrO1

SpaceX Starship Rocket Launch Test Could Take Place Next Week, Says FAA

A key SpaceX Starship Super Heavy rocket launch test could happen next week, according to a planning notice posted Tuesday by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Nothing Ear Stick Latest Update Brings Sound, Battery, and Bluetooth Improvements: All Details

Nothing has started rolling out an update for Nothing Ear Stick TWS earbuds that were launched last year in October. The latest update for the earbuds brings audio, battery, and Bluetooth improvements. The update has extended the talk time by approximately 40 minutes on a single charge. Earlier, it was said to offer up to three hours of talk time on a single charge.

Blockchain Impact Lab Launched in Hyderabad-Based Indian School of Business: Details

A blockchain-focussed impact lab has been set up in the Hyderabad campus of the Indian School of Business (ISB). DLabs, which was set up within the ISB campus last year to incubate potential start-ups, has teamed up with S&P Global, an intelligence and tech firm, to back up the Blockchain Impact Lab.

Britain's Digital Tax on Big Tech Companies Like Google, Facebook, Amazon Could Become Permanent, Say Experts

A levy imposed by Britain on the revenues of big tech companies such as Google, Facebook and Amazon in 2020 as a stopgap measure pending an international tax agreement risks becoming permanent, a group of tax experts said on Wednesday.

Britain Uses Government Hackers to Launch Cyber Operations Against Enemies Online, GCHQ Says

Britian uses government hackers to launch operations against militants, state-backed disinformation campaigns and attempts to interfere in elections, the country's spy agency Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) revealed on Tuesday. These cyberattacks were conducted by the secretive National Cyber Force (NCF), a hacking unit operational since 2020 made up of ...

Ark 2 Delayed to Late 2024, but a Next-Gen Version of Ark: Survival Evolved Is Coming in August

Ark 2 has been delayed until the end of 2024, Studio Wildcard confirmed in a roadmap. The usage of Unreal Engine 5 has caused the team to adjust their workflows and pipelines, demanding more development time. The studio also announced a remaster of the original Ark: Survival Evolved, which will be available as a separate purchase in August. Dubbed Ark: Survival Ascend...

Elon Musk Briefly Changes Blue Bird Logo to 'Doge' Meme on Twitter Website

Elon Musk on Monday changed the blue bird logo on Twitter to the 'Doge' meme, the icon of the Dogecoin cryptocurrency. Users noticed the 'doge' meme, which is part of the logo of the Dogecoin blockchain and cryptocurrency and was created as a joke in 2013, on the web version of Twitter, while the value of Dogecoin rose more than 20 percent after the change to Twitter'...

Motorola Razr+ Purportedly Bags China 3C Certification, May Offer 33W Fast Charging

Motorola Razr+ is in the works and may launch soon. Ahead of any official announcement, the new Motorola smartphone has reportedly been certified on China's Compulsory Certification (3C) website with model number XT2321-1.

Vince McMahon’s WWE Nearing Deal to Merge with UFC Owner Endeavor Group: Report

World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) Inc and Endeavor Group, the parent company of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), are reportedly close to a deal which will see the two entertainment franchises come together as a single enterprise. WWE’s long-time promotor Vince McMahon returned to the company’s board in January 2023 to potentially see through an acquisition ...

Renesas Seeks Local Production of Chipset Developed With Tata Consultancy Services

Renesas is looking to produce chipsets that the company is developing in partnership with leading software company TCS in India, according to a senior official of the chipmaker. The Japanese semiconductor company will develop SoCs with TCS initially for 4G, 5G telecom networks and industrial technologies.

Tesla Announces Record Quarterly Deliveries After Slashing Prices, Up 4 Percent From Q4 2022

Tesla posted record quarterly vehicle deliveries on Sunday as the EV maker announced that it delivered 422,875 vehicles for the first three months of this year, up 4 percent from the previous quarter. In January, Tesla slashed prices globally by as much as 20 percent, unleashing a price war after missing Wall Street delivery estimates for 2022.

Avatar: The Way of Water Is Now Available to Watch On-Demand on YouTube and Apple TV

Avatar: The Way of Water is now available to watch on-demand via YouTube and Apple TV. Those interested can purchase James Cameron’s sci-fi sequel on YouTube at Rs. 690 for the SD version and Rs. 850 for the 1080p HD version. Meanwhile, on Apple TV, Avatar 2 is available at Rs. 590 for the 4K Dolby Vision/ Atmos version. It is only available with English audio, and ...

Apple watchOS 10 Expected to Be “Fairly Extensive Upgrade”: Report

The latest tip comes from none other than Mark Gurman, who believes that watchOS 10 should be getting a fairly extensive upgrade this year with notable changes to the user interface. Details are still scarce on what these changes might actually be, but we’re sure we’ll be getting more leaks over the next two months leading up to WWDC.

Huawei Partners With More 'Legacy' Automakers to Produce Aito-Branded EVs in China

China's Huawei Technologies is partnering with Chery Automobile, BAIC Motor and Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group in jointly developing and manufacturing Aito-branded vehicles, the company's senior executive announced at the China EV 100 forum in Beijing on Saturday. The Chinese technology conglomerate is working to expand its presence in the auto industry.

Nokia Pure UI Introduced, Will Not Be Available on Nokia Smartphones

Nokia has announced Pure UI, a new user interface, for its forthcoming B2B and enterprise products. The Pure UI will not be available on Nokia smartphones manufactured by HMD Global. The Nokia Pure UI, according to the official website, has a distinct appearance with a sense of ease and minimalist design.

WhatsApp Rolling Out Text Editor Features to Android Beta Testers: Report

WhatsApp has previously been reported to work on the text editor feature for some time. The feature is now reportedly rolling out to select beta testers using WhatsApp for Android. The feature is also being tested for iOS devices. The report added that the social media platform will soon roll out this feature to more users.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Could Ditch Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, Tipped to Get an Exynos 2200 SoC

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has been in the headlines recently because of speculations surrounding its release. Like the Galaxy S22 FE, some people were expecting Samsung to skip the Galaxy S23 FE model as well. The South Korean tech giant launched the Galaxy S23 series earlier this year. A new report suggests that the company will launch a Fan Edition version of the same i...

Motorola Razr Plus 2023 Reportedly Spotted on FCC, Key Specifications Tipped

Motorola Razr Plus 2023 is expected to launch soon. Lenovo's CEO confirmed at the MWC 2023 that the brand will launch a foldable device this year. Several leaks and reports hinted at the design and specification details of the purported device. A new report suggests that the Razr Plus 2023 handset was recently spotted on the FCC website.

Elon Musk Defends Pay Model for Twitter Amid End to Free Verified Blue Ticks

Elon Musk on Friday defended his controversial pay model for Twitter, claiming that any social media platform that didn't follow suit would fail because they would be swarmed by bots. Musk made his prediction on the eve of Twitter's April 1 ultimatum that verified accounts with the cherished blue tick that had not forked over cash would lose it.