OPPO patents Find Z, could feature 10X optical zoom, in-display fingerprint sensor

OPPO at the MWC 2019 event is all set to announce a smartphone with a 10X optical zoom lens; possibly the F19 and F19 Pro. However, the company is also working on bringing the successor of the Oppo Find X; the Find X2. But the new patent file suggests otherwise.   Continue reading “OPPO patents Find Z, could feature 10X optical zoom, in-display fingerprint sensor”

NTT DOCOMO introduces first 360-degree 8K 3D VR system for live video streaming and viewing at 60fps

DOCOMO 360-degree 8K 3D VR

NTT DOCOMO has announced that it has developed the world’s first 8K 3D virtual reality (VR) system for live video streaming and viewing at 60 frames per second (fps) over 5G mobile communications. Viewers will be able to use head-mounted displays to experience music and sporting events in highly realistic 3D VR. Continue reading “NTT DOCOMO introduces first 360-degree 8K 3D VR system for live video streaming and viewing at 60fps”

Intex Wireless M-100, M110, M250, M200, M210 mice launched starting at Rs. 360

Intex M200

Intex Technologies has launched a range of 3D/4D/6D wireless Mice giving users a wide range of choice to choose from. This range includes Mouse Wireless M-100, M110, M250, M200, M210, and the company claims that the new range is High on quality and aggressive on pricing. Continue reading “Intex Wireless M-100, M110, M250, M200, M210 mice launched starting at Rs. 360”

Xbox Live SDK for Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch and Windows PC cross-platform gaming to be announced at GDC 2019

Xbox Live

At GDC 2019, Microsoft is set to debut a new cross-platform development with a goal of bringing Xbox Live support to games on Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch, in addition to PC and Xbox consoles. The company currently has a few games with Xbox Live support across mobile devices, most notably via Minecraft, which requires an Xbox Live login on Android, iOS, and Nintendo Switch.
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WhatsApp for iOS gets Face ID or Touch ID biometric authentication

Leveraging on the Apple’s Touch ID and Face ID, Facebook-owned WhatsApp for iOS has gained with the ability to lock app and add an extra layer of security. Although it doesn’t work per chat basis, it locks down the app for biometric authentication.  Continue reading “WhatsApp for iOS gets Face ID or Touch ID biometric authentication”

Google bans several beauty apps from the Play Store that redirect users to phishing websites, steal pictures and more

Android Malware

According to security researchers, several beauty camera apps on Google Play are capable of accessing remote ad configuration servers that can be used for malicious purposes. What’s not surprising is that some of these apps have millions of downloads given the popularity. A large number of the download counts originated from Asia, particularly in India. Continue reading “Google bans several beauty apps from the Play Store that redirect users to phishing websites, steal pictures and more”

Samsung Galaxy A90 said to feature pop-up selfie camera and no-notch display

Vivo NEX

Samsung for a while now has been working on a new Galaxy device; the Galaxy A90. What makes the Galaxy A90 so special is the fact that it will be Samsung’s first pop-up front camera phone. This means that there won’t be any notch, no punch-hole camera making the screen perfect.  Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy A90 said to feature pop-up selfie camera and no-notch display”

ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M2 Android 9.0 (Pie) beta update starts rolling out

After rolling out Android 9.0 (Pie) update for the Zenfone 5Z globally last month, the company has now started Android Pie beta testing for the Zenfone Max Pro M2. Continue reading “ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M2 Android 9.0 (Pie) beta update starts rolling out”

Panasonic Lumix S1R and Lumix S1 full-frame mirrorless cameras announced

Lumix S1R

Panasonic has announced the Lumix S1 and S1R full-frame mirrorless cameras with a 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor. These come with HDR still photo mode, that can be played back on HLG-compliant televisions. The cameras can shoot video at 4K, 60fps with dual image stabilization, tiltable LCD display, contrast AD and depth-from-defocus tech. Continue reading “Panasonic Lumix S1R and Lumix S1 full-frame mirrorless cameras announced”

Alphabet’s Verily said to be working on health-tracking shoes to measure movement, weight and falls

Alphabet’s Verily life science arm seems to be planning on bringing health-tracking shoes to measure movement, weight, and falls. The company is looking for partners to co-develop these shoes. Sources reveal that Google’s company in recent months has shown a prototype of the design in private meetings, hoping to attract partners to build the shoes and take them to market.  Continue reading “Alphabet’s Verily said to be working on health-tracking shoes to measure movement, weight and falls”

Sony shipped 1.8 million smartphones in Q3 FY 2018, 55% YoY decline

Sony smartphone woes continue to grow as the company ended the December 2018 quarter with just 1.8 million shipments. This represents a fall of 55% compared to last year where it shipped 4 million smartphones. The company has also reduced the full-year outlook, now targeting 6.5 million unit sales compared to 7.0 million units previously. Continue reading “Sony shipped 1.8 million smartphones in Q3 FY 2018, 55% YoY decline”

Apple apologizes for FaceTime bug, says fix is coming next week

Group FaceTime

Apple FaceTime bug has allowed the caller to listen to audio and watch the video of the recipient even if he doesn’t pick up the call. This bug has let Apple to temporarily disable the FaceTime server and the company has officially apologized for the FaceTime flaw. Apple said a fix that will re-enable group FaceTime is now scheduled to be released next week. Continue reading “Apple apologizes for FaceTime bug, says fix is coming next week”

Uber adds public transit to expand transportation beyond rides

Uber has announced it is rolling out its first-ever integration with public transit in partnership with the Regional Transportation District (RTD). Uber riders in Denver can now plan their transit journey with real-time information and end-to-end directions right in the Uber app. Continue reading “Uber adds public transit to expand transportation beyond rides”

Samsung Galaxy S10 and S10+ with in-display front-camera, triple rear cameras, in-screen fingerprint sensor surface in renders

Samsung is set to introduce the Galaxy S10 series flagships later this month and with the launch inching closer, rumors and leaks continue to grow. This time around, we are getting to see the S10 and S10+ flagships in their full glory. Despite the relatively narrow bezels, there’s still a sizeable chin at the bottom of the display.  Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S10 and S10+ with in-display front-camera, triple rear cameras, in-screen fingerprint sensor surface in renders”

Amazon India pulls products from Cloudtail, Appario as new FDI norms come into effect

India’s new E-commerce FDI norms comes into effect today, February 1st and this will impact Amazon’s pricing, product selection, and convenience for both customers and sellers. Amazon’s growth has slowed down internationally in the December quarter, comprising of Diwali sales and holiday sales across international markets.  Continue reading “Amazon India pulls products from Cloudtail, Appario as new FDI norms come into effect”