iQoo Z8, iQoo Z8x With 120Hz Display, Dual Rear Cameras Launched: Price, Specifications

iQoo Z8 and iQoo Z8x was launched in China on Thursday. The phones ship with Android 13-based OriginOS 3.0 and succeed the iQoo Z7 and iQoo Z7x, respectively. The iQoo Z8 is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC while the iQoo Z8x comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset.

Huawei Mate 60 With 6.69-Inch LTPO OLED Display, Satellite Messaging Launched: Price, Specifications

Huawei Mate 60 was launched in China. It features a 6.69-inch LTPO OLED screen with up to 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. The display comes with Kunlun glass protection as well. The Huawei Mate 60 supports satellite messaging in China and has a water-resistant IP68 build. The handset is backed by a 4,750mAh battery with support for 66W fast charging.

Chandrayaan-3's 'Pragyan' Rover Records Natural Event on Moon's South Pole

The Indian Space and Research Organisation on Thursday said that the Pragyan Rover module of the Vikram lander has recorded a natural event on the south pole of the moon. However, the detection of its source is underway.

The Elder Scrolls 6 Is Officially in Early Development, Bethesda Confirms

The Elder Scrolls 6 has now entered the early development phase, Bethesda has confirmed. In an interview, Bethesda’s Head of Publishing Pete Hines claimed that a portion of its studio has been working on the next Elder Scrolls game, though further news on the same will be revealed years from now. The developer is currently anticipating the launch of its sci-fi space...

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Will Reportedly Be Powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: All Details

The Samsung Galaxy S24 series will reportedly be launched early next year. While there have been no official details about the smartphones, the reports and rumours have been giving us a sneak peek into the expected specifications and features of the lineup. A recent report has tipped the processor of the purported Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE Will Reportedly Debut in Q4 2023: All Details

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (Fan Edition) will reportedly launch soon. While the launch date and other details are yet to be announced by the firm, the phone’s expected specifications and design have been doing the rounds of the rumour mill. And now a new report has tipped its expected launch timeline.

Dell, HP, Lenovo Among 32 Firms That Applied to Make Laptops in India, Says IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

At least 32 international electronics companies have applied to India's incentive programme to make laptops, tablets and servers in the country, IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, weeks after the government announced restrictions on laptop imports.

Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro Launch Date Set For October 4: All Details

Google announced that the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro models will be unveiled on October 4. The series will succeed the Pixel 7 series, which was released in October 2022. The company recently leaked the design of the Pro model from the upcoming lineup. The Mountain View, California-based tech giant confirmed the launch date of the smartphones soon after Apple announced t...

Apple Testing Use of 3D Printers in Production of Upcoming Apple Watch Series 9 Chassis

Apple is testing the use of 3D printers to produce the steel chassis used by some of its upcoming smartwatches, according to people with knowledge of the matter, heralding a major change to how the company manufactures products.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Series Could Come With Exynos SoC in Europe, Galaxy S24 Ultra Storage Options Tipped

Samsung is likely to launch the next iteration of Galaxy S-series smartphones, the Galaxy S24 series, early next year. The smartphones are still months away from their debut but have been subject to several leaks and rumours. A recent report suggests that the purported Galaxy S24 series in Europe could come equipped with an Exynos processor.

iPhone 15 Pro to Apple Watch Series 9 and New AirPods Pro: What to Expect From Apple's 'Wonderlust' Event

Apple Wonderlust launch event date has been announced and the company's upcoming iPhone 15 series of smartphones, new Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 could be launched by the company at its upcoming event. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming 'Wonderlust' event that will take place on September 12.

Jawan, The Nun II, Friday Night Plan, and More: Movie Guide to Cinemas and Streaming in September 2023

Shah Rukh Khan-led Jawan, The Equalizer 3 starring Denzel Washington, The Nun II, Friday Night Plan with Babil Khan and Juhi Chawla, the new Wes Anderson short film The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, Expend4bles, Kareena Kapoor’s Jaane Jaan, and more — a list of the biggest movies out in September 2023 in cinemas, Netflix, and Amazon Prime Video.

Starfield’s ‘Boundary Reached’ Message and Potential Exploration Limits Have Raised Concerns Among Fans

A Starfield leak over the weekend raised concerns among fans about its possible limits of exploration. In the leaked clip, it was claimed that players could run non-stop for 40 minutes on a planet, before reaching a dead end in the form of a ‘Boundary Reached’ menu. While some fans are worried that developer Bethesda might have lied to them about the boundless exp...

Huawei Mate 60 Pro With 6.82-Inch AMOLED Display, Satellite Calling Support Launched: Price, Specifications

Huawei Mate 60 Pro has been launched in China. Available in four colour options, the phone sports a 6.82-inch AMOLED display with LTPO technology that offers an adaptive refresh rate of 1-120Hz refresh rate. The phone has three punch hole cutouts at the top of the display housing a selfie camera and the 3D ToF sensor.

Meta’s ‘Biggest Single Takedown’ Removes Chinese Influence Campaign

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Chandrayaan-3's Pragyan Rover Confirms Presence of Sulphur on Moon, Search for Hydrogen Underway: ISRO

The Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscope instrument onboard 'Pragyan' rover of Chandrayaan-3 has unambiguously confirmed the presence of sulphur on the lunar surface near south pole, through first-ever in-situ measurements, ISRO said on Tuesday. It also said the instrument also detected aluminium, calcium, iron, chromium, titanium, manganese, silicon and oxygen, as e...

‘CBDC and Blockchain’: Mukesh Ambani’s Jio Financial Services Set to Make Web3 Foray

Mukesh Ambani has announced that Jio Financial Services (JFS) will be Reliance’s point of entry into the Web3 arena. Exploring blockchain and the eRupee CBDC, JFS will soon offer digital asset management services in India in partnership with BlackRock.

Amazfit Bip 5 Smartwatch With 1.91-Inch LCD Display, BioTracker 3 Sensor Launched in India: All Details

Amazfit Bip 5 has been launched in India for under Rs. 7,500. The new smartwatch features a rectangular dial with a 1.91-inch display size. The wearable device comes with Bluetooth calling support as well as smart health monitors and over 120 sports modes.

Netflix Unveils December Release Date for Zoya Akhtar’s The Archies Movie

Zoya Akhtar’s The Archies movie has set a December 7 release date on Netflix. The musical drama is set in the swinging 1960s, and serves as an Anglo-Indian adaptation that follows its iconic characters as they explore friendships, heartbreak, youth, and more. The film stars Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor, Suhana Khan, and Mihir Ahuja in the lead roles.

Tecno Camon 20 Avocado Art Edition With 64-Megapixel Camera, Leather Rear Panel Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Tecno Camon 20 Avocado Art Edition has been launched in India. The smartphone is powered by a MediaTek Helio G85 SoC, a 6.67-inch AMOLED display, and a 5,000mAh battery. It runs on Android 13 out of the box. The phone was initially launched in Glacier Glow, Predawn Black, and Serenity Blue colour options.

The Idol Has Been Cancelled at HBO After Five-Episode-Long First Season

The Idol has been cancelled at HBO after a five-episode-long first season. While an interview with star Da'Vine Joy Randolph raised speculations about a second season, studio HBO has now come forward stating their decision not to move forward with season 2. The show was received poorly by critics and audiences alike for its overtly graphic sexual scenes and poor direc...

Nubia's First Phone With Large 1-Inch 35mm Camera Module Leaked; Tipped to Feature Sony IMX989 Sensor: All Details

Nubia's first smartphone featuring a 35mmm camera with a 1-inch type sensor has leaked online. According to details shared by a tipster, the Chinese company is planning to launch a new smartphone with its most advanced primary camera to date. Aside from a much larger camera module, the smartphone appears to look similar to the Nubia Z50S Pro which was launched in Chin...

iPad Pro Models With M3 Chip, OLED Displays, and Redesigned Magic Keyboard to Arrive in 2024: Mark Gurman

iPad Pro will get an upgrade in 2024 with major hardware improvements, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The most premium tablet from Apple is said to be equipped with a next-generation M3 chip and feature OLED displays. Apple will also launch a new Magic Keyboard redesigned to feature a larger trackpad, according to Gurman.

Moto G54 5G Full Specifications Leaked Ahead of September 5 Launch: All Details

Moto G54 5G is set to launch on September 5 as a successor to the Moto G53 5G. Design renders of the phone were recently leaked and the model was also spotted on certification sites. Now, ahead of its launch, all the key specifications of the Moto G54 5G has surfaced online.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Display Specifications Surface Online; Leaked Render Hints at Flat Display

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra specifications have leaked online, along with an image of the purported flagship smartphone that is expected to make its debut in 2024. Next year, Samsung could introduce a top-of-the-line handset with flat edges, according to an image leaked by a tipster. The handset's display is also said to offer a peak brightness of 2,500 nits.

Japan Postpones ‘Moon Sniper’ Rocket Launch Carrying NASA, ESA-Made Satellite, for Third Time

Japan's space agency on Monday postponed for the third time the launch of its "Moon Sniper" lunar mission due to poor weather. The H2-A rocket due to blast off from the southern island of Tanegashima was also carrying a research satellite developed with NASA and the European Space Agency.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Clears Bluetooth SIG Certification; Imminent Launch Expected: Report

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (Fan Edition) is reportedly in the works and the phone has been in rumour mill for a while now. Recently, the handset is said to have cleared the Bluetooth SIG certification with different model numbers for different regions. The listing suggests that the phone will be launched soon.

Vivo V29e Price in India, Storage Options Leaked Ahead of August 28 Launch: Report

Vivo V29e is all set to make its debut in India on August 28. The product page for the smartphone is already live on the Vivo India website revealing the design, colour options, and key specifications. In addition to this, a recent report has also leaked the price and the storage options for the upcoming smartphone.

YouTube Music Rolling Out Live Lyrics Feature on Android, iOS

YouTube Music has been working on enhancing the listening experience for its user. The music streaming app is reportedly rolling out live lyrics to all its users across Android and iOS. This will be similar to live lyrics that are available on Spotify when a user plays a song.

Honor Magic Vs 2 Reportedly Appears on China’s 3C Listing; Could Debut as Another Foldable Phone

Honor is all set to launch its Magic V2 at the IFA 2023 electronics trade show in Berlin on September 1. The company is likely to introduce two foldable smartphones in select global markets. However, a third foldable smartphone from the company has reportedly visited China’s 3C certification site. It is being speculated to debut later this year.

Moto G54 5G Launch Date Set for September 5; Tipped to Get MediaTek Dimensity SoC

Moto G54 5G is confirmed to launch in China on September. The phone is expected to succeed the Moto G53 5G, which was released in China in December 2022 and later globally in January 2023. Leaked images of the phone have now reportedly surfaced online and hinted at the design of the handset, while other rumours have tipped some key specifications of the Moto G54.

After Tesla Proposal, Government Considers Import Tax Cut for Automakers That Manufacture in India

India is working on a new electric vehicle policy that would slash import taxes for automakers that commit to some local manufacturing, following a proposal by Tesla which is considering entering the domestic market, people with direct knowledge said.

Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro Could Offer AI-Powered Camera and Video Features, Pixel Superfan Surveys Suggest

Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro could feature AI-based features that could improve the quality of videos captured as well as allow users to capture better group photos. According to a report, the handsets that will succeed the Pixel 7 series will also introduce a feature to respond to message notifications using the Google Assistant.

Microsoft President Brad Smith Calls for Clarity on AI Regulation: Details

Microsoft President Brad Smith on Friday asserted the need for "real clarity" around goals and principles of artificial intelligence (AI) regulation, as he called for a "regulatory blueprint" which will require action at the private sector, national and global levels.

Jaane Jaan, Kareena Kapoor Khan's Debut OTT Film, Releasing September 21 on Netflix

Kareena Kapoor Khan is set to make her debut in an OTT film on September 21, with the release of Jaane Jaan on Netflix. The actor has been in the Bollywood film industry for decades now and is set to return to a starring role after a while.

Trump Returns to the Service Formerly Known as Twitter

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Telecom Subscriber Base in India Grew Marginally to 1,173.89 Million at June End: TRAI

Telecom subscriber base in the country grew marginally to 1,173.89 million at the end of June on account of new customer additions led by Reliance Jio, sector regulator TRAI said on Thursday. The subscriber base growth was driven by mobile telephony where Reliance Jio added over 2.27 million new customers and Bharti Airtel added 1.4 million customers.

Telecom Subscriber Base in India Grew Marginally to 1,173.89 Million at June End: TRAI

Telecom subscriber base in the country grew marginally to 1,173.89 million at the end of June on account of new customer additions led by Reliance Jio, sector regulator TRAI said on Thursday. The subscriber base growth was driven by mobile telephony where Reliance Jio added over 2.27 million new customers and Bharti Airtel added 1.4 million customers.

Realme 11 5G First Impressions: Competitive Enough?

Realme 11 5G sports 8GB of RAM with either 128GB or 256GB of storage and uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC. Here’s our first impressions of the smartphone.

Binance’s Crypto Debit Cards to Stop Working in Some Regions Where Initiative Failed to Soar as Expected

Binance has decided to suspend its crypto-backed debit cards in Latin America as well as Middle East nations. As per the company’s official statement posted on X, less than one percent of its users would be affected by this decision, indicating that the cards did not see a widespread adoption in these regions.

Moto G84 5G India Launch Date Set for September 1; Key Specifications Revealed

Moto G84 5G is confirmed to launch in India on September 1. Ahead of the launch, the company has also revealed key specifications of the handset including camera, SoC, and storage. Motorola has also teased the handset's design and its colour options.

Huawei Mate 60 Series May Offer Satellite Voice Calling Support Using PA Chips: Report

Huawei Mate 60 series is expected to launch soon, succeeding the Huawei Mate 50 lineup, which was released in September 2022. The Mate 50 series included the base Huawei Mate 50, a Huawei Mate 50 Pro, and a Huawei Mate 50 RS Porsche Design model. A new report suggests that the rumoured Mate 60 series may support advanced satellite communications.

Solar Mission ‘Aditya’ Will Be Ready for Launch in September, Says ISRO Chief After Chandrayaan-3's Success

As the country rejoiced the successful placement of the ISRO lander — Vikram — on the moon's uncharted South Pole, the agency's chairman S Somanath on Thursday confirmed that its maiden solar mission 'Aditya' is in the works and will be ready for launch in September.

YouTube May Soon Let You Hum Tunes to Find Songs, Feature Test Begins: All Details

YouTube may soon let music enthusiasts’ find songs by just humming half-remembered tunes. YouTube is leveraging the power of Machine Learning (ML) to make this feature workable. This experiment is rolling out to only a small percentage of people who watch YouTube on Android devices.

Redmi A2+ With 4GB RAM and 128GB Storage Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Redmi A2+ variant with more storage has been launched in India. The smartphone, alongside the Redmi A2, was initially launched in India in March this year with 64GB storage. The new variant of the smartphone is available on Amazon, MI.com, and Xiaomi retail partners priced under Rs. 9,000.

And Just Like That… Season 3 Renewed at Max Ahead of Season 2 Finale

And Just Like That..., the sequel of the hit HBO series Sex and the City, has been renewed for a third season by American streamer Max (formerly, HBO Max). And Just Like That... reunites Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, and Kristin Davis as they reprise their roles from Sex and the City, which was created by Darren Star.

YouTube Tests Redesigned 'Skip Ads' Button, Rounded Corners for Video Player: Reports

YouTube is reportedly bringing two new design changes - a redesigned ‘Skip Ads’ button and rounded corners to the main video player. Both of the changes are said to be introduced in line with the updated look of YouTube which was announced last year.

Chandrayaan-3’s Lander 'Vikram,' Rover 'Pragyan' Will Carry Out Experiments on Lunar Surface: Here’s How

With Chandrayaan-3 mission's Lander 'Vikram' and rover 'Pragyan' scheduled to touch down on the Lunar surface on Wednesday, the task for the duo is cut out and here is what they will do once they reach the Earth's only natural satellite.

OnePlus 12 Tipped to Feature Up to 24GB of RAM, Debut as First Phone With Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Chipset

OnePlus 12 could be the first smartphone to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset from Qualcomm, according to a tipster. It may sport a 2K display with support for PWM dimming and feature up to 24GB of RAM. The phone is said to be equipped with a 50-megapixel triple rear camera setup, and pack a 5,400mAh battery with support for 100W SuperVOOC charging.

iQoo Z7 Pro Confirmed to Get MediaTek Dimensity 7200 SoC Ahead of India Launch

iQoo Z7 Pro will make its debut in India on August 31 and will be available for purchase on Amazon. The company has been teasing the design, specifications and other key details of the smartphone. iQoo has now confirmed the smartphone's processor via a teaser page. The handset is also claimed to have an AnTutu score of 7,28,764.

Samsung Galaxy Z FE Affordable Lineup Rumoured to Launch Next Year After Galaxy Z Fold 6

Samsung is reportedly looking to unveil foldable phones with affordable price tags starting next year. A tipster has suggested Samsung's plans to unveil a cheaper Galaxy Z foldable phone called the Galaxy Z FE (Fan Edition). The South Korean tech company is rumoured to release Fan Edition versions of the foldable phone after the release of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Gala...

Chandrayaan-3’s Lander Camera Captures New Pictures of the Moon From 70km Altitude: See Here

Ahead of the much-awaited Chandrayaan-3 soft landing, ISRO has released some more pictures of the moon captured by the camera attached to the Vikram lander module. In its latest update on Chandrayaan-3 soft landing, ISRO meanwhile said the mission is on schedule and systems are undergoing regular checks.

Microsoft, Activision to Sell Cloud Streaming Rights to Ubisoft to Get UK Regulator's Nod for $69 Billion Deal

Call of Duty maker Activision will sell its non-European streaming rights to Ubisoft Entertainment to get the biggest deal yet in video-gaming past British regulators, potential owner Microsoft said on Tuesday.

As Chandrayaan-3 Prepares for Landing, Experts Explain Moon's Many Mysteries

The Moon has captivated human curiosity for centuries, and with each new mission, we uncover more about its geological history, composition and potential for scientific discovery. As anticipation grows for India's planned Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing on Wednesday, an expert delves into the fascinating world of Moon exploration.

Chandrayaan-3 Gets Ready to Make History With Soft-Landing on Moon's South Pole

ISRO's ambitious third Moon mission Chandrayaan-3's Lander Module (LM) is all set to land on the lunar surface on Wednesday evening, as India eyes becoming the first country to reach the uncharted south pole of Earth's only natural satellite.

‘This Experience May Feel Futuristic’: Three Rides in Waymo Robot Taxis

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Chandrayaan-3 Landing Could Be Shifted to August 27 if Factors Unfavourable on August 23: ISRO Scientist

Nilesh M Desai, director of Space Applications Centre-ISRO, Ahmedabad said that the decision regarding the landing will be taken based on the health of the lander module and the conditions on the Moon. ISRO said the Chandrayaan-3 is set to land on the moon on August 23, 2023, around 18:04 hours IST.

PayPal USD Expected to Do Better Than Facebook's Libra in Stablecoin Market

PayPal's stablecoin is likely to succeed where Facebook's failed, thanks to the payment giant's standing in Washington and policymakers' greater understanding of the issues in the last three years. PayPal this month said it was launching PayPal USD, a crypto token pegged to the US dollar, making it the second major global company to launch a stablecoin after Facebook,...

Chandrayaan-3 Would Not Be Impacted by Russia's Luna-25's Failure: ISRO Scientists

The failure of Russia's Luna-25 moon mission will have no impact on ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 lunar venture, according to top Indian space scientists. The Luna-25 spacecraft crashed into the Moon after it spun into an uncontrolled orbit, Russia's Roscosmos space agency said on August 20.

China Exploring Digital IDs, Real Punishments for Crimes Committed in Metaverse: Report

China Mobile has reportedly reached out the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) with some proposals around the metaverse sector. The first suggestion from China is a digital IDs system for metaverse users. ITU’s metaverse focused group is slated to meet in October, where China’s proposal could be tabled for a vote.

iQoo Z7 Pro 5G Design Revealed Ahead of August 31 Launch, Blue Lagoon Colour Variant Confirmed

iQoo Z7 Pro 5G will go official on August 31 in India. iQoo has finally revealed the first look of the handset through X. The upcoming iQoo smartphone is shown featuring a dual rear camera setup and ring-shaped LED flash. The handset will offer a 64-megapixel primary sensor with optical image stabilisation.

WhatsApp Reportedly Testing New Message Text Formatting Tools in Beta: All Details

WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new text formatting tool for messages. The development has been spotted in the latest WhatsApp for Desktop beta and includes three new tools. The feature, when released, could be useful for software developers, programmers, and other people who use code snippets.

Motorola G84 5G Renders Leak Online; 50-Megapixel Dual Rear Cameras, Hole-Punch Display Tipped

Motorola G84 5G could launch soon as alleged renders of the smartphone have leaked online. It is seen in three different colour options with a hole-punch display in the leaked images. They also suggest a dual rear camera setup on the Motorola G84 5G.

Bitcoin, Ether See Profits Returning After Loss Spell, Most Altcoins Show Gains

The overall crypto market valuation rose by 0.12 percent in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin and Ether, the two top cryptocurrencies, registered small profits on Monday. Tron, Polkadot, Litecoin, Stellar, and Chainlink joined BTC and ETH in seeing gains on August 21. The crypto fear and greed index is up by a point from yesterday and is currently in the fear zone with a sco...

ISRO Releases Images of Lunar Far Side Area Captured by Chandrayaan-3's Lander Camera

The ISRO on Monday released images of Lunar far side area captured by the Lander Hazard Detection and Avoidance Camera (LHDAC).

Luna-25, Russia’s First Moon Mission in 47 Years, Ends in Failure After Crashing on Lunar Surface

Russia's first moon mission in 47 years failed when its Luna-25 space craft spun out of control and crashed into the moon after a problem preparing for pre-landing orbit, underscoring the post-Soviet decline of a once mighty space programme.

How to Send HD Quality Images on WhatsApp Chats: Easy Steps to Follow

WhatsApp compresses the images, and hence most users opt to other methods for transferring high quality pictures. To resolve this issue, WhatsApp has now made it possible to share HD images through their chats, as announced by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg in a Facebook post.

How to Create AI-Generated Stickers on WhatsApp: Steps to Follow

WhatsApp Beta was reported to have added support for AI stickers on the instant messaging app. On WhatsApp, this is the first feature that uses artificial intelligence. As reported, the option to create AI stickers is currently rolling out only to select users in the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.17.14 update.

Cruise Agrees to Reduce Driverless Car Fleet in San Francisco After Crash

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Google Tipped to Have Cancelled Nvidia Chromebook Plans

Google has reportedly scrapped its Chromebooks project with integrated Nvidia graphics cards. Several Nvidia Chromebook models are being reported to have been cancelled.

ChatGPT and Other Language AIs Are Nothing Without Humans — a Sociologist Explains How Countless Hidden People Make the Magic

The media frenzy surrounding ChatGPT and other large language model artificial intelligence systems spans a range of themes, from the prosaic – large language models could replace conventional web search – to the concerning – AI will eliminate many jobs – and the overwrought – AI poses an extinction-level threat to humanity. 

Canada Requests Meta to Remove Ban on Domestic News From Instagram, Facebook

The Canadian government on Friday demanded that Meta lift a "reckless" ban on domestic news from its platforms to allow people to share information about wildfires in the west of the country. Meta started blocking news on its Facebook and Instagram platforms for all users in Canada this month in response to a new law requiring internet giants to pay for news articl...

Samsung Said to Be Working on 1-Inch and 440-Megapixel Camera Sensors: All Details

Samsung is said to be working on a 440-megapixel sensor and a 50-megapixel 1-inch sensor. The leak suggested that these sensors are expected to go into mass production by the latter half of 2024.

US Warns Its Space Industry Against Cyberattacks, Hacking by Foreign Entities

US counterintelligence agencies on Friday warned the American space industry to guard against efforts by foreign intelligence entities to steal research and trade secrets as they try to boost their own countries' space programs. US authorities have for years said Chinese hackers are targeting US space know-how, including having accessed computers at the NASA Goddard ...

Google One Dark Web Report Rolls Out for Users in India: How It Works

Google is making the Dark Web Report feature available to Google One subscribers in India. As the dark web is intended to conceal users' identities and whereabouts, it serves as a hub for hackers and miscreants to conduct illicit businesses, such as the sale and purchase of sensitive personal data of persons worldwide.

Koo Not Competing Against X, Meta's Threads by Meta; Going After Deeper, Regional Audiences: Co-Founder

Koo is not competing head-on against X (formerly Twitter), or even the recently-launched Threads by Meta, and is instead going after regional audiences with its language-based approach, co-founder of the homegrown platform, Aprameya Radhakrishna, has said. Radhakrishna said Koo can be social-media-as-a-service, tailoring itself in compliance with the laws of the coun...

TRAI Reports Rise in Call Drops Complaint, Begins Service Quality Rules Review

Telecom regulator TRAI on Friday said that it has been receiving a number of call drop complaints from subscribers triggering the need to review existing quality of service rules to measure network performance at the district level and bring 4G-5G services also under its ambit. 

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Z Flip 5 Go on Sale in India for the First Time Today: Price, Specifications, Launch Offers

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 are available for purchase in India via the company's website and Amazon. The new foldable smartphones run on Android 13 based One UI 5.1.1 and are powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC.

Bitcoin Sinks to $26,000 Mark First Time Since June, Most Cryptocurrencies Record Losses

The crypto market cap, in the last 24 hours, dropped by 7.29 percent. Bitcoin and Ether both registered losses of around seven percent on Friday. Most cryptocurrencies tagged behind the top two coins into the loss-ridden part of the crypto chart.

Microsoft to Shut Down Xbox 360’s Online Store Next Year: Details

Microsoft said on Thursday it would pull the plug on Xbox 360's online store and marketplace next year, as it focuses on its latest consoles and subscription service Game Pass.

iPhone 15 Series to Offer Up to 35W Wired Charging Speeds via USB Type-C Port: Report

iPhone 15 series will reportedly come with charging speeds of up to 35W. This faster charging speed could be limited to some models. The faster speeds would be an upgrade over iPhone 14 models — the iPhone 14 Pro supports up to 27W fast charging, while the vanilla iPhone 14 offers up to 20W fast charging.

AI Use Rising in Online Misinformation Campaigns, but Impact Limited Till Now, Say Researchers

Google-owned US cybersecurity firm Mandiant said on Thursday it had seen increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) to conduct manipulative information campaigns online in recent years, though the technology's use in other digital intrusions had been limited so far.

Can’t Hear the Dialogue in Your Streaming Show? You’re Not Alone.

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Coinbase Secures US Cryptocurrency Futures Trading Approval: All Details

Coinbase said on Wednesday it had secured approval from the National Futures Association (NFA), a self-regulatory organization designated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), to offer cryptocurrency futures to US retail customers, scoring a major regulatory win even as it battles a lawsuit from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

PayPal to Stop Sale of Cryptocurrencies in the UK Until 2024: Details

Payments giant PayPal will stop allowing UK customers to buy cryptocurrencies through its platform from October as it works to comply with new rules on crypto promotions.

iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus With USB Type-C Port May Debut Alongside iPhone 15 Series: Details

iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus could be re-launched by Apple with a USB Type-C port instead of the company's decade-old Lightning connector, according to a tipster. The latest leak suggests that the iPhone 15 series could be accompanied by slightly tweaked version of the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus.

Close to Half of Americans Favour TikTok Ban, Shows Poll

47 percent of American adults support a ban on the Chinese ByteDance-owned social media app TikTok, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos survey that also asked questions about national security concerns and China.

Exciting 15th August Offers on Kitchen and Home Appliances on Croma

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Binance Files for Protective Order Against SEC, Seeks to Limit Regulator's Request for Information

Crypto exchange Binance late on Monday filed for a protective court order against the US Securities and Exchange Commission, saying the regulator's requests for information were "overbroad" and "unduly burdensome."

Elon Musk's X Adds 5-Second Delay to Links for NY Times, Reuters and Social Media Rivals Like Facebook: Report

Social media company X, formerly known as Twitter, delayed access to links to content on the Reuters and New York Times websites as well as rivals like Bluesky, Facebook and Instagram, according to a Washington Post report on Tuesday.

iPhone 15 Plus Renders Suggest an Apple-Made 3LD3 Chip That May Limit Charging Speed

iPhone 15 series is expected to replace traditional Lightning port with a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer to comply with a European Union law. Most recently, renders suggesting the internal charging components of the upcoming iPhone 15 Plus have leaked online. The renders indicate an Apple-made 3LD3 chip in the handset.

Honor Confirms Return to Indian Market, Madhav Sheth Teases Imminent Launch of Honor Smartphones

Honor will launch new phones in India soon, the company confirmed on Tuesday. The firm is expected to introduce phones that were unveiled in global markets earlier this year, such as the Honor 90. The return of the company to India was teased by former Realme CEO Madhav Sheth via X, which was previously known as Twitter.

Bitcoin Price Fails to See Big Movement Over Weekend, Ether Sees Dip with Most Altcoins

The overall crypto market valuation, in the last 24 hours, slipped by 0.10 percent. On Monday, August 14, majority cryptocurrencies registered losses. These include Bitcoin, Ether, Tether, Ripple, USD Coin, and Cardano among others. Wrapped Bitcoin, Monero, and Near Protocol on the other hand, managed to mint small profits.

Mark Zuckerberg vs Elon Musk: Meta CEO Says 'Time to Move On' From Cage Fight as Tesla CEO 'Isn't Serious'

Mark Zuckerberg has cleared the doubts over the cage fight with Elon Musk stating that the Tesla CEO isn't serious and it is time to move on. The rivalry between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk has intensified after the former launched Threads to compete with Twitter, which is now known as X.

ISRO's Aditya-L1 Space Observatory Satellite Arrives at Sriharikota Spaceport Ahead of Launch

ISRO on Monday said that Aditya-L1, its first observatory from India to study the Sun will be launched soon. The satellite has arrived at the ISRO spaceport in Sriharikota, according to the space agency. Aditya-L1 carries seven payloads to observe the photosphere, chromosphere and the outermost layers of the Sun.

Apple Watch X Model With New Design, Magnetic Band System in Development: Mark Gurman

Apple Watch X could be launched by the iPhone maker next year or in 2025 to mark the 10th anniversary of the company's popular smartwatch. The purported Apple Watch X might also change how users attach smartwatch bands, instead of the press-to-release locking mechanism that has been used since the first Apple Watch.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Is Still Coming to PS4 and Xbox One, Will Be a ‘Premium’ Standalone Release

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is still coming to the previous-gen PS4 and Xbox One consoles, despite rumours flaring up over the weekend. Confusion about the lack of previous-gen release arose when content creator TheGamingRevolution tweeted an image from the Microsoft store, which only showed the Xbox Series S/X logo, while the official teaser from Activision mentio...

Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 With Overclocked Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, 16GB RAM Surfaces on Geekbench

A Xiaomi smartphone has been spotted on the Geekbench website with model number 2308CPXD0C. The listing, which is thought to be of Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 shows 2,071 points in single-core testing and 5,419 points in multi-core testing. As per the listing, the handset could run on an overclocked version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC.

Twitter.com Starts Switching Over to X.com; iOS Users Reportedly See Changed URLs

Elon Musk's X might have started to shift towards X.com. As per a new report, URLs generated from the share sheet of the X app on iOS are now showing X.com instead of the old twitter.com. However, the Web link and Android app are currently redirecting users to the old domain. The company could change this in the coming days.

Google Pixel 8 Series Alleged Promo Video Tips 'Audio Magic Eraser' Feature, New Colour Option

Google Pixel 8 series is expected to be unveiled in October. Ahead of it, a leaked promo video suggests the existence of an “Audio Magic Eraser” in the Pixel 8. The feature could assist in removing unwanted noise from video clips. The Pixel 8 is shown to have a blue colour option as well.

Digital Personal Data Protection Bill Is Now Officially an Act, Receives President's Assent

The Digital Personal Data Protection bill, passed by Parliament this week, has received President's assent, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday. Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) law aims to protect the privacy of Indian citizens while proposing a penalty of up to Rs. 250 crore on entities for misusing or failing to protect digital data of individua...

Jio Phones Purportedly Bag BIS Certification, Hinting at Imminent Launch in India

Reliance might launch two Jio smartphones in the Indian market soon. While details of the upcoming handsets are yet to be officially announced, they have purportedly bagged certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) website, hinting at an imminent arrival.

Sam Bankman-Fried Sent to Jail After Judge Revokes Bail

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Infinix Zero 30 5G India Launch Set For August End; Colour Options, Specifications Teased

Infinix Zero 30 5G is expected to arrive soon as a successor to the Infinix Zero 20 5G, which was launched in December last year. The company announced on Thursday that the upcoming handset will launch in India by the end of August. It is yet to confirm the exact date of the launch.

India’s Homegrown Web Browser May Come With Crypto-Loaded Features: Details

India’s IT ministry has launched a competition, inviting developers to help create India’s own Web browser. The aim of the competition is to get India’s developer talent to create this indigenous browser for India, hoping to reduce our reliance on established foreign players like Chrome, Safari, and Edge, among others.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Series to Get M13 OLED Displays, Up to 16GB RAM: Report

Samsung Galaxy S24 series will reportedly come with a new chip, improved RAM and upgraded displays over the current models. The Galaxy S24 family could pack OLED displays made using the M13 material. The Ultra model is expected to pack 16GB of RAM. The Galaxy S24 lineup could run on Exynos 2400 in select markets and they might get Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC i...

ChatGPT Fever Spreads to US Workplace, Firms Raise Concerns Over Intellectual Property Leaks

Many workers across the U.S. are turning to ChatGPT to help with basic tasks, a Reuters/Ipsos poll found, despite fears that have led employers such as Microsoft and Google to curb its use. Companies worldwide are considering how to best make use of ChatGPT, a chatbot program that uses generative AI to hold conversations with users and answer myriad prompts. Security ...

Nokia 130 Music, Nokia 150 2023 Variants With Upgraded Batteries Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Nokia 130 Music and Nokia 150 phones were launched in India on Thursday by HMD Global, the parent company of Nokia. The phones have arrived with upgraded batteries claiming to offer longer battery life. The Nokia 130 Music model also has a powerful loudspeaker, according to the company.

India Electric Mobility Council Urges Government to Continue EV Sector Incentives, Warns Impact on Sales

Industry body IEMC on Thursday demanded the continuation of incentives given to the electric vehicle sector and cautioned that the withdrawal of sops would reduce EV sales to 37 million units by 2030 from an estimated 125 million.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Beats Motorola Razr 40 Ultra in Folding Test, Survives Over 4,00,000 Folds

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 was launched last month and is claimed to outlast 2,00,000 folds. In a new video, a YouTuber stresses the durability of the foldable phone by putting it through the folding test against the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra. The Galaxy Z Flip 5 lasted over 4,00,000 folds until the hinge started acting up.

Realme 11 5G, Realme 11X 5G India Launch Confirmed: Expected Price, Specifications

Realme 11 5G and Realme 11X 5G India launch will take place soon, the company announced on Thursday. The Realme 11 5G was launched in Taiwan last month with MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ chipset and a 108-megapixel rear camera. The company is yet to officially announce a launch date for the handset in India.

Jailer, Starring Rajinikanth, Is Out Today in Theatres: Plot, Box Office Estimates, More

Jailer, Rajinikanth’s 169th film, has finally released in theatres across India. Marking his return to the silver screen after two years, it follows a retired jail warden Muthuvel Pandian, who must prevent a crime syndicate from attempting to free its leaders from prison. Jailer is reportedly expected to collect Rs. 49 crore at the Indian box office, setting the big...

ZTE Blade A73 5G With Unisoc T760 SoC, 6.52-Inch Display Launched: Price, Specifications

ZTE has launched the new Blade A73 5G in Malaysia. Available in a single colour option, the phone sports a 6.52-inch HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate. The phone is powered by a Unisoc T760 SoC paired with up to 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. The smartphone also supports memory fusion technology to provide an additional 4GB of RAM.

This Is a Reminder That You’re Probably Oversharing on Venmo

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Intel Downfall Security Flaw Affecting Older Chips Discovered by Researcher, Chipmaker Rolls Out Fixes

Intel Downfall security flaw has been discovered by a security researcher that can provide access to sensitive and private user data to a malicious user. Security fixes for the flaws are rolling out after a Google researcher disclosed the vulnerability to Intel.

Chandrayaan-3 Moves Closer to Moon’s Surface After Another Orbit Reduction Manoeuvre

Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft moved closer to the Moon's surface on Wednesday after it underwent another orbit reduction manoeuvre, ISRO said. India's ambitious third Moon mission's spacecraft Chandrayaan-3 after the launch on July 14, had entered into lunar orbit or the Moon's orbit on August 5.

Redmi Note 13 Pro+ Key Specifications Tipped, May Sport 200-Megapixel Primary Rear Camera

Redmi Note 13 Pro+ is expected to launch soon alongside the rest of the Redmi Note 13 series phones. Ahead of any official announcement, a well known tipster has suggested a few key specifications of the rumoured handset including its display details, camera specifications, and battery features.

Honor Magic V2 Set to Launch Globally at IFA 2023; Another Foldable Phone Set to Be Unveiled

Honor is all set to host its keynote at the IFA 2023 electronics trade show in Berlin on September 1. At the event, the company will introduce two foldable smartphones in select global markets. One of the smartphones will be Magic V2 while the other has been kept under wraps. Honor Magic V2 has already been launched in China.

Sony Quarterly Profit Slides 31 Percent as Movie Business Disappoints, PS5 Sales Bring Relief

Japan's Sony on Wednesday said first-quarter profit tumbled due to weaker performances from its movies and financial businesses. In April-June, operating profit slid 31% to 253 billion yen ($1.8 billion), in line with estimates.

Disney Creates Taskforce to Explore AI Applications Across Verticals, Bring Cost Cutting Measures

Walt Disney has created a task force to study artificial intelligence and how it can be applied across the entertainment conglomerate, even as Hollywood writers and actors battle to limit the industry's exploitation of the technology.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023 Ends Tonight: Best Deals on Smartphones You Must Grab

Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023 is on its last leg. The sale began on August 4 with the e-commerce site is offering lucrative discounts and other deals on several items including electronics. Among them, here are some of the best smartphone deals that you should consider before the sale ends at midnight on Tuesday.

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Is Now Available to Watch On-Demand on YouTube, Apple TV, Zee5, More

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is now available to watch on-demand via Apple TV, Youtube, Amazon Prime Video, and Zee5. Both YouTube and Apple TV only provide options to buy the film, with the latter offering a 4K print with Dolby Atmos Audio. Meanwhile, Amazon Prime Video and Zee5 only provide options to rent the film. Additionally, the Zee5 version comes includ...

Worldcoin Office Searched in Nairobi, Kenyan Authorities Confiscate Stored Records: Report

Over the weekend, Kenyan authorities raided the office of Worldcoin in Nairobi. As part of its raid, the Kenyan law enforcement officers have seized Worldcoin’s records and machines. Tools for Humanity, the parent company of Worldcoin, has been accused of not disclosing its true intentions when it registered in Kenya.

Global Video Gaming Revenue Expected to Hit $187.7 Billion in 2023 as Console Sales Rise by Over 7 Percent

The global video games market would return to growth in 2023 on the back of strong sales of consoles such as Sony's PlayStation 5, according to gaming market research firm Newzoo. The research firm said it expects industry revenue to rise 2.6 percent to $187.7 billion (roughly Rs. 15,54,231 crore) in 2023, driven by a 7.4 percent rise in console sales in the year.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III Release Date Set for November 10

Call of Duty 2023 is confirmed to be Modern Warfare 3, and it’s coming on November 10. Activision dropped a teaser for the same, which hints at the Russian ultranationalist Vladimir Makarov playing the antagonist, like the original 2011 version. The soft reboot was originally planned as a ‘premium expansion’ before getting bumped up to a standalone sequel, earli...

Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma to Buy 10.3 Percent Stake in Firm From Antfin Amid China Concerns

Paytm Chairman Vijay Shekhar Sharma will buy a 10.3 percent stake worth $628 million (roughly Rs. 5,195 crore) in the firm he founded from an arm of Chinese fintech giant Ant Financial in a deal that would make him its single largest shareholder.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 Sale: Best Deals on ANC Headphones and Earphones

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 sale is currently live in India. The yearly sale ahead of Independence Day brings discounts and offers on a wide variety of audio devices from brands like OnePlus, Jabra, Samsung and more. Here we have included the handpicked best deals on audio devices with ANC.

Citroen C3 Aircross: Specifications, Features, and Price in India

Citroen C3 Aircross, the latest compact urban SUV to launch in India from French brand Citroen, is expected to go up against competition such as the Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, VW Taigun, and more. The car will be offered in a single 1.2L turbo petrol engine option.

Samsung Galaxy F34 5G With Exynos 1280 SoC, 6,000mAh Battery Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Samsung Galaxy F34 5G was launched in India on Monday. The company had previously teased the price range of the smartphone. It is powered by an in-house Exynos 1280 SoC, boots Android 13-based One UI 5.1 OS, and is backed by a 6,000mAh battery.

Realme 11x 5G India Launch Expected Soon; Storage Options, Colourways Tipped

Realme has recently introduced a number of models in its series 11 lineup. The latest to join the lineup is reported to be the Realme 11x 5G model. If released, it will join the Realme 11 4G, Realme 11 5G, Realme 11 Pro 5G, and Realme 11 Pro+ 5G models in the series. Colour and storage options of the purported Realme 11x 5G have been tipped and it is also said to see ...

Data Protection Bill Enables Citizen Surveillance, Will Have ‘Chilling Effect’ on Press Freedom: Editors Guild

The Editors Guild of India has expressed concerns over certain provisions of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Bill, saying they can have an adverse impact on press freedom. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Guild said the DPDP Bill creates an enabling framework for the surveillance of citizens, including journalists and their sources.

Elon Musk Says X Will Pay Legal Bills of People ‘Unfairly Treated’ by Employers for Posting on Platform

Elon Musk has said his X social media platform will pay the legal bills and sue on the behalf of people who have been treated unfairly by employers because of posting or liking something on the site formerly known as Twitter.

Eight Months Pregnant and Arrested After False Facial Recognition Match

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Elon Musk Says Cage Fight With Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg Will Be Livestreamed on X

Elon Musk said in a social media post that his proposed cage fight with Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg would be live-streamed on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter.

Google Pixel Watch 2 SoC, Battery, Other Specifications Tipped Again

Google Pixel Watch 2 is expected to launch as the successor to the first-generation Pixel Watch, which was released in October 2022. It is expected to get an upgraded SoC and battery. A new report suggests the updates that the Pixel Watch 2 is likely to come with.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023: Here Are the Best Deals on Desktop PCs

Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023 began on August 3 and has some of the biggest discounts and deals on gadgets among other things. The sale is set to last till August 8. Here are some of the greatest desktop discounts you can get before the sale expires.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 Sale Day 3 Live Updates: Top Blockbuster Deals, Offers on Electronics

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 sale has now entered its third day. We're scanning through hundreds of deals to bring you the best offers on smartphones, electronics, home appliances, Blockbuster deals, and other great discounts. We'll be constantly updating this page throughout the day so make sure you're tuned in to our live updates.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023: Best Deals on Smartphones Under Rs. 20,000

We’ve already covered deals on smartphones under Rs. 50,000, under Rs. 30,000, and on budget smartphones under the Rs. 15,000 and Rs. 10,000 price brackets. Here, we’ll take a look at the best mid-range smartphone offerings under Rs. 20,000.

Best Deals on Laptops Under Rs. 50,000: Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 Sale Day 2

Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023 is live in India with massive discounts on a range of products. The ongoing sale will last till August 8. The sale has also brought deals worth considering on laptops and notebooks from popular brands including Dell, Lenovo, HP, and more.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 Sale Day 2: Best Deals on Power Banks and Chargers

With the increasing dependency on mobile and laptops, we need a power backup that can keep us on the go, even in remote areas or outdoors. If you have been looking for a suitable power bank with good value, then this could be a good time to buy one. Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023 has brought up to 75 percent discount on the power banks.

Poco M6 Pro 5G With Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Poco M6 Pro 5G smartphone has launched in India on Saturday. With a dual rear camera setup, this handset is powered by a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC. The smartphone will be available for purchase in India starting August 9 at 12PM IST. It is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging. It runs Android 13-based MIUI 14 out-of-the-box.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 Day 2: Here are Some of the Best Deals on Kitchen Appliances

Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023 is providing a perfect chance to turn your kitchen into a smart kitchen with appliances that fit well within your budget. The e-commerce giant is offering deals and discounts on kitchen appliances like oven, fryers, electric cookers and other products. For Prime members, the Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023 began on August 3.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 Sale Day 1: Here Are the Top Deals on Gaming Laptops

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 sale is live on the ecommerce platform, with impressive deals, discounts, and offers on gaming laptops. If you're in the market for a new gaming laptop, you can consider models from Asus (ROG), Lenovo, HP, and Acer which are on sale at discounted prices during the sale.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023: Best Deals on Bluetooth Speakers

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 sale kicked off on Friday, August 4 for all users and offers discounts on a variety of products. Amazon is offering additional discounts for purchases made using SBI credit cards and EMI transactions during the sale.

India's Import Ban on Laptops, Tablets, PC to Boost Domestic Manufacturing, Says MoS IT

India's decision to impose a licensing requirement for imports of laptops, tablets, and personal computers will boost domestic manufacturing and ensure its tech ecosystem uses verified systems only, its deputy IT minister said on Friday. The government in its notification on Thursday gave no reason for the move, which could affect technology companies such as Apple, D...

Huawei's Smartphone Business Recovering, Says Head of Consumer Business

Huawei Technologies' handset business is "on the road to a comeback" the head of the company's consumer business Richard Yu said in his keynote at the company's annual developer conference in the southern city of Dongguan on Friday. Huawei's share of the domestic smartphone market share grew by 76.1 percent in the second quarter, and took second spot in the high-end s...

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 Kicks Off: Best Deals on Redmi 12C, Galaxy M13, More

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 brings discounts on a range of smartphones in India. The sale kicked off on August 4 for all users and offers discounts on budget handsets from Samsung, Redmi and Realme. Amazon is offering exchange options and additional discounts on select credit card purchases during the sale.

Bharat Web3 Association Notes India’s Interest in DeFi as Country Posts G20 Presidency Note on Crypto

India is among the fastest global adopters of DeFi, Dilip Chenoy, the chief of India's crypto advocay group, Bharat Web3 Association told Gadgets 360. Chinoy said, Web3 elements like asset tokenisation and the eRupee CBDC are likely to make Indians more comfortable with dabbling in the Web3 sector via real estate, art, supply chain, and gaming among other avenues in t...

So What Do We Call Twitter Now Anyway?

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Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023: Best Deals on Laptops

The Great Freedom Festival Sale brings a host of discounts across different product categories — mobile phones and accessories, home appliances, Amazon products, and more. SBI credit card holders can get an additional 10 percent instant discount of up to Rs. 2,500 on top of the deals and offers on various products during the sale.

Digital Personal Data Protection Bill 2023 Introduced in Lok Sabha

The government on Thursday tabled the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill in Lok Sabha amid demands by opposition members that it be referred to a parliamentary panel for scrutiny. While moving the bill, IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw rejected suggestions that it was a money bill. He said it was a "normal bill".

X Requested to Suspend Fake Account of Japan’s Top Finance Diplomat

Japan's Ministry of Finance warned of a fake account for its top currency diplomat Masato Kanda on social media X, formerly known as Twitter, as the market fears a currency intervention amid the yen's drop to a one-month-low. The account, under the name "Masato Kanda", appeared to have been created in March and made only four posts to date.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 Sale: Best Prime Early Deals on Smartphones Under Rs. 30,000

Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2023 sale is live for Prime members and the platform's ongoing Prime Early Deals offers include discounts on the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE, Realme GT Neo 3, and Redmi K50i 5G. SBI Bank customers can also get a 10 percent instant discount when they use their credit cards to purchase eligible products.

MG Comet EV ‘Gamer Edition’ With Gaming-Inspired Design and Interiors Launched in India

MG Comet, the compact electric vehicle launched in April 2023 in India, is now available in a special ‘Gamer Edition’ trim, which is priced at Rs. 64,999 over the base cost of the car. The special edition will be available on all three variants of the vehicle.

Karnataka Government Signs MoU With IBC to Set Up Rs. 8,000 Crore Recyclable Lithium-Ion Battery Plant

IBC and the government of Karnataka have signed a pact to set up a recyclable lithium-ion battery manufacturing plant. The project will involve an investment of Rs. 8,000 crore and IBC will establish the Li-ion battery manufacturing unit on a 100-acre parcel of land in the Bengaluru Rural district.

Government Restricts Laptop, Tablet and PC Imports With Immediate Effect in Bid to Push Local Manufacturing

Imports of laptops, PCs and tablets have been restricted by the government with immediate effect, a notice said on Thursday. The government is looking to boost local manufacturing and has also extended the deadline for companies to apply for its $2 billion manufacturing incentive scheme.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale Begins Today for Prime Members: Biggest Offers and Discounts

Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale will start today at 12 pm IST for the Prime members, while non-Prime members will be able to avail the great deals and discounts on the upcoming sale from August 4. The e-commerce giant is offering an additional 10 instant discount if transactions are processed with SBI Credit Card or through EMI during the Great Freedom Festival Sal...

Binance Lists 34 Cryptocurrencies in Japan as it Re-Enters the Country

Binance has launched its refreshed trading platform in Japan. Along with the first batch of 34 cryptocurrencies that have been listed by the exchange, Binance’s native BNB token has also made a splash into the Japanese market for the first time.

Apple Supplier Foxconn to Invest $600 Million for iPhone Components, Chip-Making Machinery Projects in Karnataka

Taiwan's Foxconn will invest $600 million in two projects in the southern Indian state of Karnataka for chip equipment manufacturing and casing components for iPhones, the state government said on Wednesday.

Poco M6 Pro 5G India Launch Date Set for August 5, Flipkart Availability Confirmed: Details

Poco M6 Pro 5G India launch date and availability have been confirmed by the company. The phone is set to debut this week via Flipkart. A landing page revealing the design of the smartphone is now live on the e-commerce platform. The smartphone is teased to come in a cyan colour option.

Lava Yuva 2 With Dual Rear Cameras, 5,000mAh Battery Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Lava Yuva 2 was launched in India on Wednesday. It is powered by an octa-core Unisoc T606 SoC with 3GB RAM and 64GB of storage. The Lava Yuva 2 is offered in three different colour options and carries a dual ear camera unit led by a 13-megapixel main sensor. It packs a 5,000mAh battery and is claimed to deliver a standby time of up to 600 hours on a single charge.

Tecno Pova 5 Pro With Arc Interface, 50-Megapixel Primary Camera Launched: Price, Specifications

Tecno Pova 5 Pro has been launched in global markets, starting with Indonesia. The handset is set to debut in India soon and is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6080 chipset. It features the company's Arc Interface with RGB LED lights, inspired by the Nothing Phone 2. The handset is available in Dark Illusion and Silver Fantasy colour options.

Bitcoin Ordinals Team Creates Non-Profit Organisation to Get Funding to Grow Ecosystem: Details

The team behind Bitcoin Ordinals has created a new non-profit organisation named the Open Ordinals Institute to foster the growth of the Ordinal NFTs. The Open Ordinals Institute will be based in California, US. A total of four Ordinals-friendly members have been appointed by the developer team.

Ahead of Meg 2: The Trench, Here Are Our Favourite Animal Attack Movies

Jason Statham-led Meg 2: The Trench’s tickets are now up for sale, ahead of its August 3 theatrical release. Ahead of that, we figured it’d be best to list our favourite animal attach movies, ranging from the ruthlessness in The Revenant and Jaws, to something far more campy as seen in Cocaine Bear and Crawl.

Moto G14 With 50-Megapixel Camera, 6.5-Inch LCD Display Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Moto G14 has been launched in India as the successor to the Moto G13. This handset sports a 6.5-inch full-HD+ display and features a 50-megapixel primary camera. The phone packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 20W TurboPower charging and comes with a charger in the box.

World Fintech Day: Blockchain Is Here to Stay, Existing Fintech Players Must Welcome Web3, Say Experts

On the World Fintech Day, Web3 insiders from India have highlighted that blockchain is the next big refreshment to global financial systems. Meanwhile, the speed at which countries adopt blockchain and integrate it with their financial systems, has been called the metric that would change the game for nations looking to lead the Web3 revolution set to hit the fintech ...

Redmi Watch 3 Active With 1.83-Inch Display, Bluetooth Calling Debuts in India: Price, Specifications

Redmi Watch 3 Active was launched in India on Tuesday. The smartwatch sports a 1.83-inch rectangular LCD display with a screen resolution of 240×280 pixels. It comes with Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity and several health tracking features. The new Redmi Watch 3 Active is compatible with smartphones running Android 6.0 or iOS 12 and above.

Redmi 12 Series With 5,000mAh Battery, 18W Fast Charging Support Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Redmi 12 series was launched in India today in a 4G and a 5G variant. The Redmi 12 4G comes with up to 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of inbuilt storage, while the Redmi 12 5G handset is equipped with a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage.