WhatsApp will begin restricting features unless you agree to Facebook’s data sharing policies

The May 15th deadline for accepting WhatsApp’s new terms of service (TOS) and privacy policy is approaching. In an effort to ensure that people will agree to the changes, WhatsApp will begin showing persistent notifications and eventually will start restricting features to the user.

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realme UI 2.0 Android 11 early access announced [Update: Early access for X7 5G]

[Update, May 11]: realme has now announced realme UI 2.0 Early access program for realme X7 5G users in India. Users running firmware version [RMX3092PU_11.A.14/ RMX3092PU_11.A.16/ RMX3092PU_11.A.17 are eligible to apply for the Early Access program. Continue reading “realme UI 2.0 Android 11 early access announced [Update: Early access for X7 5G]”

OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro OxygenOS 11.2.5.5 update brings camera improvements, May Android security patch

OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro smartphones are getting new OxygenOS 11.2.5.5 update that brings several camera improvements including improved HDR effect and improved white balance performance. The update also improves charging performance, keyboard issue faced by select users and Network improvements. Continue reading “OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro OxygenOS 11.2.5.5 update brings camera improvements, May Android security patch”

realme narzo 30 with 6.5-inch FHD+ 90Hz display, Helio G95, 6GB RAM, 5000mAh battery to be announced on May 18

realme launched the narzo 30A and narzo 30 Pro in India back in February this year, but it didn’t launch the narzo 30. Now it has confirmed the launch of the phone in Malaysia on May 18th. It has confirmed that the phone will be powered by Helio G95, same as narzo 30 Pro and has a tag line ‘Unleash Peak Performance’. It has a plastic back with racing stripes that extends from the camera part. Continue reading “realme narzo 30 with 6.5-inch FHD+ 90Hz display, Helio G95, 6GB RAM, 5000mAh battery to be announced on May 18”

UScellular, Qualcomm and Ericsson achieve 5G extended-range milestone over mmWave

Recently, UScellular, Qualcomm Technologies Ericsson, and Inseego announced that they have successfully achieved a 5G extended-range milestone over millimeter Wave (mmWave) on a commercial network. Continue reading “UScellular, Qualcomm and Ericsson achieve 5G extended-range milestone over mmWave”

Apple invests $45 million into Corning Inc. to expand US manufacturing capacity and R&D

Apple has announced that an amount of $45 million will be awarded from its Advanced Manufacturing Fund to Corning Incorporated, to advance the company’s R&D efforts and expand their manufacturing capacities in the U.S.A.

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Google Search on mobile now shows vaccine information panels, updated vaccination centers and more in India

Getting the right information is crucial during the pandemic as the country experiences its second wave of COVID-19 infections. In an effort to help people of India, Google Search will now show information panels from authorities about the vaccine and the vaccine drive, make it easy for users to discover vaccination centers, and provide tools that help provide financial assistance to health authorities, organizations and affected communities.

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Optoma UHD33 240Hz 4K UHD projector launched in India

Optoma, a Taiwanese company well-known for high-quality projectors, has announced the launch of their UHD33 projector in India. It is a 4K UHD home theatre projector that is capable of up to a 240Hz refresh rate, a maximum brightness of 3,600 ANSI lumens, and more.

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Facebook Messenger and Instagram get new themes, visual replies, improved read receipts and more

Facebook Messenger and Instagram have introduced a lot of new features to their iOS and Android apps, such as the ability for chat archiving, improved read receipts, visual replies, new themes and more.

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HONOR Play5 series smartphones to be announced on May 18

HUAWEI’s HONOR brand today confirmed that it will introduce the HONOR Play5 series 5G smartphones, successor to last year’s HONOR Play4 series in China on May 18th. The official image posted by the company shows a waterdrop notch screen and quad rear cameras arranged in a matrix with the flash in the centre. It also shows a gradient rear finish. Continue reading “HONOR Play5 series smartphones to be announced on May 18”

OnePlus Clipt app lets you transfer text, photos, and files between your Android phone and PC

Transferring data between Android and your PC or Mac can sometimes be a pain point for many reasons, such as not having a cable, Bluetooth is simply too slow, or the file size is too large. OnePlus has now come with a solution with an app called Clipt that makes use of your Google Drive cloud storage as a means of transferring files.

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Clubhouse for Android finally starts rolling out in beta

Clubhouse has finally started rolling out its audio conversation app to Android users in beta, months after it was launched for iPhone. It still needs an invitation to sign up as a part of the company’s effort to keep the growth measured, ensuring that each new community member can bring along a few close friends. Continue reading “Clubhouse for Android finally starts rolling out in beta”

Boult Audio AirBass FX1 TWS earbuds with low latency gaming, up to 8h standalone playback launched for Rs. 1499

Boult Audio, popular for its audio produces has launched AirBass FX1, the company’s latest True Wireless Stereo earbuds with low latency for gaming, deep bass, superior audio for music and calls, and 24-hour long battery life with 8 hours standalone battery life. Continue reading “Boult Audio AirBass FX1 TWS earbuds with low latency gaming, up to 8h standalone playback launched for Rs. 1499”

vivo confirms 3 years of Android OS and security updates for future X series smartphones

vivo today announced that it will provide three years of major Android OS upgrades and security updates for upcoming  flagship X series launching after July 2021. The company added that it aims to extend the high-end smartphone experience offered by the X series devices by ensuring continuous improvements based on evolving consumer trends and exciting new software innovations. Continue reading “vivo confirms 3 years of Android OS and security updates for future X series smartphones”

HONOR MagicBook X 14 and X 15 with FHD display, 10th Gen Intel Core i3/i5 processors, sleek metal body announced

HUAWEI’s HONOR brand today announced its new MagicBook X 14 and X 15 models in China with 10th Gen Intel Core i3 / i5 processors, 14-inch FHD screen with 4.8mm sleek bezels, 15.9mm sleek and 1.38kg light-weight body for MagicBook X 14 and the MagicBook X 15 has 5.3mm sleek bezels, 16.9mm sleek and 1.56kg light-weight body. Continue reading “HONOR MagicBook X 14 and X 15 with FHD display, 10th Gen Intel Core i3/i5 processors, sleek metal body announced”