Xiaomi backed manufacturer, Yi has finally launched an array of action and home cameras in India. The company has launched YI 4K action camera that was announced in May last year. Continue reading “Yi 4K action and home cameras launched in India starting Rs. 2990”
Facebook has acquired a startup dubbed as Source3 that uses technology to identify videos and other content that has been shared on the internet without permission. The news was first reported by Recode and later confirmed by Source3.
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Uber has launched driver profile feature in India in a bid to enhance the riding experience for the driver as well as the rider. Uber drivers can customize their profile by adding personal information like the languages they speak, hometown, city recommendation and even a fun fact about themselves. Continue reading “Uber rolls out driver profile feature in India”
Microsoft is not killing Paint. The company had announced yesterday that the popular drawing tool is being “deprecated” with the upcoming Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. However, following huge backlash and rage online from users across the globe, Microsoft has decided not to kill the app. Continue reading “Microsoft confirms Paint is not dead, will be available as free download from Windows Store”
Paytm has appointed Kiran Vasireddy chief operating officer (COO) of its payments business. Kiran was working as senior vice-president at Paytm’s parent firm One97 Communications Ltd since March 2014.
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The future of driverless car in India looks bleak. Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said that the government will not allow driverless cars in India.
Continue reading “Driverless cars take away jobs, won’t be allowed in India: Nitin Gadkari”
Google has revealed earnings for Q2 ended June 30, 2017. The company recorded $26 billion in revenue, up 21% from Q2 2016 while net income was $3.5 billion. The decline in net income was attributed to the $2.7 billion EU fine.
Continue reading “Alphabet records $26 billion in revenue in Q2 2017, Sundar Pichai joins Alphabet board”
Microsoft is working on its second generation HoloLens headset and the company has announced few details about the device. The next generation HoloLens will come with AI chip. The company
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Telegram has received a new update that allows users to send disappearing photos and videos. The update which bumps the app to version 4.2 will let users set a self-destruct timer for any photos and videos shared in private chats. In addition, the app also gets some new photo editing tools.
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Samsung is all set to announce the Galaxy Note 8 next month. A new report from ET News states that the company is working on a Bluetooth earphones that work with it’s new Bixby voice assistant. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy Note 8 tipped to come with Bixby-powered earphone”
Live images of the Samsung Galaxy S8 Active have surfaced that offers a clear look at the phone from front and back. The phone was certified by the FCC earlier this month. The live images were posted by Android Police. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S8 Active with 4000mAh battery surfaces in live photos”
Intel has accused Qualcomm of creating a monopoly for itself and not licensing “standard-essential” patents at a fair rate as required by law. The statement, filed with the US International Trade Commission (ITC) comes in response to Qualcomm’s suit against Apple alleging that the iPhone maker was infringing on six patents that aided iPhone battery life. Continue reading “Intel accuses Qualcomm’s anti-competitive actions for mobile chips”
Android creator Andy Rubin introduced the Essential Phone in May. Pre-order for the phone had began since the announcement and the phone was expected to start shipping this month but that it failed to meet the deadline. Now, Rubin has shared it’s close to shipping its new smartphone. Continue reading “The Essential Phone will start shipping in “few weeks”, confirms Andy Rubin”
This week, Xiaomi launched Mi Max 2 in India, LG announced Q8, a smaller version of the V20 smartphone, Sony launched Xperia XA1 Ultra. Let’s take a look at all the important launches and announcements that took place this week. Continue reading “Weekly update – Xiaomi Mi Max 2, LG Q8, Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra, Xiaomi Mi TV 4A and more”
It looks like Facebook is exploring modular smartphones. The social network has filed a patent at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for a “modular electromechanical device” that would allow users to easily swap existing components. This development was first spotted by Business Insider. Continue reading “Facebook’s new patents suggests a modular smartphone is in the works”
