Apple’s low-cost 9.7-inch iPad could support Apple Pencil: KGI

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Apple is expected to launch the new low-cost 9.7-inch iPad at the ‘Creative Education’ event tomorrow, i.e. March 27th. The company is also expected to bring in a new Apple pencil at the event, and now we hear that the new low-cost iPad will likely support the new Apple pencil. Continue reading “Apple’s low-cost 9.7-inch iPad could support Apple Pencil: KGI”

Google app v7.24 beta hints at ‘pinned’ floating sports scores, custom Assistant Routines and more

Google

Google app is receiving a new beta update features hinting at ‘pinned’ floating sports scores, custom Assistant Routines, and more. The new pinned floating features lets users pin summaries for sport and follow scores while using other apps like Maps or YouTube.  Continue reading “Google app v7.24 beta hints at ‘pinned’ floating sports scores, custom Assistant Routines and more”

Facebook clarifies Facebook Lite and Messenger call and text history logging is opt-in, can be deleted

Facebook Call and text history logging is part of an opt-in feature for people using Messenger or Facebook Lite on Android for quite some time now. However, reports started flowing in that the company has been logging people’s call and SMS (text) history without their permission. Today, the company clarified that it is an opt-in feature. Continue reading “Facebook clarifies Facebook Lite and Messenger call and text history logging is opt-in, can be deleted”

Huawei’s upcoming Mate flagship said to sport in-display fingerprint scanner

Huawei Mate 9

Under the display fingerprint sensors are slowly becoming a thing and we are hearing reports that Samsung might include it in the upcoming Note9. This year we have already seen Vivo X20 Plus UD and X21 UD smartphones with the in-display sensor and it is just a start. Today we are hearing reports that Huawei might be going this route and it is said to sport an under-display fingerprint scanner. Continue reading “Huawei’s upcoming Mate flagship said to sport in-display fingerprint scanner”

Apple proposes 13 new accessibility emojis to be included in Emoji 12.0

Apple's Accessibility Emoji

Apple has proposed 13-new accessibility emojis to be joined in the upcoming Unicode emoji release. The new list includes guide dog, hearing aid, prosthetic limbs, as well as people using canes and different types of wheelchairs. The new suite also adds emoji for people with disabilities. Continue reading “Apple proposes 13 new accessibility emojis to be included in Emoji 12.0”

New data leak hits Aadhaar revealing Aadhaar holders’ information

Aadhar Card

Aadhaar is India’s national identity for individuals, and it contains private data of users like identity and biometric information. For many wrong reasons, of lately, Aadhaar is making the news mostly because of its lack of proper security and protection. With fingerprints and private information at hand, anyone with access can get an open a bank account, buy a cellular SIM card, etc.  Continue reading “New data leak hits Aadhaar revealing Aadhaar holders’ information”

Samsung investigating Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+ touchscreen issues

While Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ might sport the world’s best-performing smartphone display, numerous complaints are now surfacing over Samsung forum, Reddit and XDA about the touchscreen dead spots. Users claim that the touchscreen won’t respond to touch input.  Continue reading “Samsung investigating Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+ touchscreen issues”

Apple said to introduce new low-cost iPads and education software at March 27 event

It is already known that Apple has scheduled a ‘creative education’ event on March 27th, and today we are learning that the company is planning to launch a new low-cost iPads and education software, according a new report from Bloomberg. The event scheduled for early next week marks the first time Apple is holding a product launch aimed at education since 2012. Continue reading “Apple said to introduce new low-cost iPads and education software at March 27 event”

Apple said to begin trial production of 2018 iPhones in Q2 to avoid delays

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According to latest report from Digitimes, Apple is expected to start trial production of 2018 iPhones in Q2 to avoid delay which was caused by the initial low yield rates in the production of 3D sensor modules for the iPhone X last year. The kick-start will help with delivery schedules for 2018 iPhone devices so that they will rekindle its smartphone momentum. Continue reading “Apple said to begin trial production of 2018 iPhones in Q2 to avoid delays”

TAGG LOOP portable Bluetooth speaker launched in India for Rs. 2299

TAGG LOOP Bluetooth Speaker

TAGG; homegrown Indian brand has launched its first wireless Bluetooth speaker LOOP in India. It comes with (2 X 8W) powerful sound technology that promises high-quality audio and packs a sleek design. Continue reading “TAGG LOOP portable Bluetooth speaker launched in India for Rs. 2299”

HyperX Cloud Alpha gaming headset with dual-chamber design launched in India at Rs. 10499

HyperX Headset Alpha

HyperX, the gaming division of Kingston today, has launched the HyperX Cloud Alpha which comes with HyperX Dual Chamber technology for better sound and less distortion. It features 50mm drivers, which when combined with the dual chamber design, it allows HyperX to tune the bass frequencies separate from the mids and highs, creating a dynamic sound. Continue reading “HyperX Cloud Alpha gaming headset with dual-chamber design launched in India at Rs. 10499”

Snapchat Map Explorer will make it easier to find friends

Snap Map Explorer

Snapchat has introduced the new Maps Explore that will make it easier to find friends who are hanging out without you. Snapchat says that the Explore will update automatically when friends take a road trip, fly someplace new like visiting a landmark or attend a big festival, and more. Continue reading “Snapchat Map Explorer will make it easier to find friends”

Google Files Go finally gets smart search, Google Photos integration

Files Go search

Google is finally rolling out the much-needed update to its File Go app. The update brings the ability to search for files on your phone just like you search the internet. The search will have Google’s expertise in the search including instant results, search history, autocomplete and filters. Continue reading “Google Files Go finally gets smart search, Google Photos integration”

Telegram crosses 200 million monthly active users, gets sticker search, Multi-Shot sending and more

Telegram

Telegram just announced that it has crossed 200,000,000 or 200 million monthly active users  and is also rolling out a new update to Android and iOS bringing new features like sticker search, Multi-Shot sending, connected websites, and more. Continue reading “Telegram crosses 200 million monthly active users, gets sticker search, Multi-Shot sending and more”

Google Assistant now lets you send or request money

With Google Assistant you can now send peer-to-peer payments or request payments from your contacts easily. Starting today, users in the U.S. will be able just to say commands like “send money to” both on Android or iPhone and Assistant will take you through the steps to send the money via Google Pay. Continue reading “Google Assistant now lets you send or request money”