Author: Vishwamoorthy

Apple, Google and Microsoft to use new FIDO standard for passwordless sign‑ins

On the World Password Day, Apple, Google, and Microsoft have announced efforts to increase support for the FIDO Alliance, an open industry association tasked with developing and supporting authentication standards, and the World Wide Web Consortium’s passwordless sign-in standard. The new approach will help websites and apps to provide consumers with consistent, safe, and easy passwordless sign-ins across devices and platforms. Continue reading “Apple, Google and Microsoft to use new FIDO standard for passwordless sign‑ins”

VESA introduces AdaptiveSync and MediaSync Display standards

The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) has published the first publicly open standard for variable refresh rate display front-of-screen performance. The VESA Adaptive-Sync Display Compliance Test Specification (Adaptive-Sync Display CTS) establishes a comprehensive and stringent set of more than 50 test criteria, an automated testing methodology, and performance requirements for PC monitors and laptops that support VESA’s Adaptive-Sync protocols. Continue reading “VESA introduces AdaptiveSync and MediaSync Display standards”

Star Wars Day: Apple shares ‘Behind the Mac’ Skywalker Sound

In honour of ‘Star Wars Day,’ Apple has published a documentary short video, Behind the Mac: Skywalker Sound, that takes audiences behind the scenes at the legendary studio and their use of Macs throughout their process. Continue reading “Star Wars Day: Apple shares ‘Behind the Mac’ Skywalker Sound”

Sennheiser SPORT True Wireless earbuds launched in India

Sennheiser India has introduced the SPORT True Wireless, a new TWS built specifically for fitness enthusiasts and athletes. It boasts a secure and adaptable fit with three different ear adapters and four different ear fins to handle any workout. Let’s take a deeper look at this recently released TWS. Continue reading “Sennheiser SPORT True Wireless earbuds launched in India”

Google Pixel foldable could feature a 5.8″ cover display, launch in Q4 2022

Ross Young, a famous Display Industry analyst, has shared some display specifications of the upcoming Google Pixel Fold and  Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4. He claims that Pixel Fold will have a smaller cover display than Galaxy Fold4. Continue reading “Google Pixel foldable could feature a 5.8″ cover display, launch in Q4 2022”

Here’s how Twitter’s Edit feature could look

Twitter’s edit button feature was the talk of the town for quite some time. Now, Jane Manchun Wong, a reverse engineer, has discovered the latest development of this edit button within Twitter’s web app. Continue reading “Here’s how Twitter’s Edit feature could look”

EU charges Apple for restricting ‘tap and go’ NFC technology for payments

According to the European Commission, Apple has received a “Statement of Objections” for suspected anticompetitive behaviour involving the use of NFC input for payments, which is forbidden by the TFEU under Article 102. The EU’s antitrust action might result in massive fines for the corporation. This allegation is the outcome of the company’s prohibition on third-party software developers’ use of ‘tap and go’ technology for payments. Continue reading “EU charges Apple for restricting ‘tap and go’ NFC technology for payments”

Airtel bundles Netflix subscription with select broadband plans

For the first time, Airtel Xstream Fiber, the company’s broadband connection, has begun bundling complimentary Netflix subscriptions with its Airtel Professional and Infinity Plans, similar to other competitors such as JioFiber.  Continue reading “Airtel bundles Netflix subscription with select broadband plans”

Qualcomm partners with MeitY’s C-DAC to support Indian semiconductor startups

Qualcomm India has announced plans for Qualcomm Semiconductor Mentorship Program (‘QSMP’) 2022 for chosen semiconductor startups in India, with the goal of providing and facilitating mentorship, technical training, and industry outreach. As an outreach partner for the programme and to facilitate exposure for the participating companies, the company has teamed with C-DAC (Centre for Development of Advanced Computing), a top Research and Development organization of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) Continue reading “Qualcomm partners with MeitY’s C-DAC to support Indian semiconductor startups”

COLORFUL CVN Guardian DDR5 memory announced

Colorful Technologies, a professional PC peripheral maker, has unveiled the CVN Guardian DDR5 RAM for the current 12th generation Intel Core processors and the future AMD Ryzen 7000 Series platform. Continue reading “COLORFUL CVN Guardian DDR5 memory announced”

Ambrane Dots Play gaming TWS with 46ms ultra-low latency launched for Rs. 1199

Ambrane has launched its latest TWS – Dots Play in India for gaming enthusiasts looking for ultra-low latency and improved accuracy for a better gaming experience. It has an Ultra-Low Latency Gaming Mode that lets you play games like a pro with a 46ms ultra-low latency rate for a more accurate and responsive gaming experience.  Continue reading “Ambrane Dots Play gaming TWS with 46ms ultra-low latency launched for Rs. 1199”

Flipkart Big Saving Days Sale from May 4-9: Discounts on Infinix phones

Flipkart is hosting a Big Saving Days sale that begins on May 4th and runs through May 9th. Infinix has revealed deals and discounts for their smartphones during the sale. So, let’s take a closer look at the Infinix smartphone deals and offers. Continue reading “Flipkart Big Saving Days Sale from May 4-9: Discounts on Infinix phones”

Flipkart introduces Flipkart Labs to bring new technologies to ecommerce space

Flipkart, an Indian e-commerce marketplace, today ordered the formation of Flipkart Labs with the goal of building and developing technology-based solutions that would reinvent e-commerce and improve the customer shopping experience. The Lab’s primary objective will be to integrate developing technology into ecommerce systems. Flipkart Labs will be based under the Flipkart Group’s Product Strategy & Deployment (PSD) division and will collaborate with professionals to develop technical solutions in this field. Continue reading “Flipkart introduces Flipkart Labs to bring new technologies to ecommerce space”

Indian tablet shipment grew by 28% in 2021; Lenovo leads with 42% share: Report

Counterpoint has issued a research report on Indian Tablet Shipment for the year 2021, which showed a 28% year-on-year rise. The company notes that the Covid-19 pandemic contributed significantly to this rise, since individuals were interested in consuming a large amount of content. Continue reading “Indian tablet shipment grew by 28% in 2021; Lenovo leads with 42% share: Report”

Apple Self Service Repair starts rolling out in the US

Apple has finally started rolling its Self Service Repair programme, after it was announced in November last year. This will provide repair manuals as well as genuine Apple parts and tools to people who want to repair their iPhones themselves via the Apple Self Service Repair Store. This action corresponds with initiatives to broaden access to repairs. Later this year the program will also include manuals, parts, and tools to perform repairs on Mac computers with Apple Silicon. Continue reading “Apple Self Service Repair starts rolling out in the US”