Last year Apple announced Apple Arcade, the gaming subscription service, taking the “Netflix-for-gaming” approach by tying gamers into a monthly subscription for some exclusive gaming. Since then, the Cupertino giant has been working on several strategies to engage and retain customers. Continue reading “Apple reportedly cancels Arcade game projects as it seeks greater engagement”
It was in 2014 when Google released their first augmented reality (AR) smart glass called the Google Glass. The product ended up being unpopular, but it seems like Google has not given up on the idea. Now they have announced their acquisition of North, which is a company that specialises in human computer interfaces and smart glasses.
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Qualcomm has introduced Snapdragon Wear 4100 platforms, Snapdragon Wear 4100+ and Snapdragon Wear 4100 for next-generation smartwatches based on new ultra-low power hybrid architecture. The Snapdragon Wear 4100+ platform is based on hybrid approach and includes a super-fast System-on-Chip (SoC), a smarter Always On (AON) co-processor, and substantial improvements in platform power based on 12nm process technology compared 28nm Wear 3100 platform. Continue reading “Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 12nm ultra-low power platform with smarter, always-on co-processor announced”
For many years, Netflix subscribers had the option of using a native UWP (Universal Windows Platform) Windows 10 app, where viewers could download content for offline viewing. Now, Amazon has finally released its Prime Video UWP app for Windows 10, bringing a native client for those who do not wish to watch content on their browsers.
Samsung has announced the BTS Editions of Galaxy S20+ and the Galaxy Buds+ wireless headset will be priced Rs. 87,999 and Rs. 14,990, respectively in India. The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra also gets a new Cloud White variant that will be available in limited quantity priced at Rs. 97,999. These will go on sale from July 10th, and pre-orders start from tomorrow, July 1st till July 9th. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy Buds+ BTS Editions, Galaxy S20 Ultra Cloud White variant to go on sale in India from July 10”
Telegram, a popular messaging app, has been found in violation of US federal securities laws by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and has been fined a civil penalty of $18.5 million. The complaint was focused on their blockchain based Telegram Open Network (TON) and their cryptocurrency called “Grams”.
Food delivery platform Swiggy has launched its own digital wallet – ‘Swiggy money’, in an attempt to take on the likes of Paytm and Amazon Pay. This means, you no longer need to depend on other payment options hereafter to order from Swiggy. With this, Swiggy enables single-click checkout experience on its platform. Continue reading “Swiggy Money digital wallet powered by ICICI Bank launched”
Samsung has announced the launch of two new premium TV lineups, The Serif and the 2020 8K QLED TV. The Serif features a unique uni-body “I” shaped design, Quantum Dot Technology, Active Voice Amplifier (AVA) and more. The Samsung QLED 8K TVs feature Real 8K Resolution, 8K AI Upscaling, Quantum Processor 8K and more.
Continue reading “Samsung launches The Serif and 2020 QLED 8K TVs in India starting from Rs. 83900”
A couple of weeks back, OPPO introduced its much-awaited flagship Find X2 Pro at an online event boasting some top-notch specifications. Positioned against the Samsung Galaxy S20 series, the X2 Pro focuses more on the photography this time with two 48MP cameras and a 13MP telephoto. Continue reading “OPPO Find X2 Pro: First Impressions and Camera Samples”
Amazon Prime Video is launching a new feature called “Watch Party” that enables co-viewing of Prime Video content for users in the US with a prime membership. Each Watch Party can support up to 100 participants at a time, with synchronised playback and the ability to chat with text and built-in emojis.
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In the latest development, Sony has announced that it will establish a research company “Sony Research India Private Limited (Sony Research India)” effective July 1st, 2020. As per the company, the research company consists of R&D Center India Bengaluru Laboratory and Mumbai Laboratory as part of Sony’s Global R&D centres. This was announced back in November last year. Continue reading “Sony Research India launched with R&D centers in Bengaluru and Mumbai”
Free listing of retail is an excellent way to connect consumers with more merchandise from businesses. Earlier, Google showed free listings in the Shopping Tab, but now will show them in the main Google Search results page, in a move to increase consumer interaction.
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Update: June 30, 2020 – Few hours after the announcement by the government, TikTok, Helo and more apps have been removed from the Google Play Store and Apple’s App Store. Today TikTok has released a statement that it continues to comply with all data privacy and security requirements under Indian law and has not shared any user data with any foreign government, including the Chinese Government. It has been invited to meet with concerned government stakeholders for an opportunity to respond and submit their clarifications. Continue reading “Indian Government bans 59 Chinese apps including TikTok, Shareit and UC Browser [Update: TikTok Responds]”
Realme just announced its C11 smartphone in the C series in Malaysia, as it had promised. It packs a 6.5-inch HD+ mini-drop display with 88.7% screen-to-body ratio, is powered by the latest MediaTek Helio G35 SoC, runs Android 10 with realme UI on top, features a 13-megapixel rear camera along with a 2-megapixel depth sensor and a 5-megapixel front camera. It also has nightscape mode. Continue reading “Realme C11 with 6.5-inch Mini drop display, Helio G35, 5000mAh battery announced”
MediaTek just announced Helio G25 and G35, the company’s latest budget SoCs in the gaming-focused G series. These feature MediaTek HyperEngine game technology for faster, smoother performance, enhanced power efficiency, and brilliant graphics, and always keep you connected and deliver the lowest latency gaming experience, says the company. Continue reading “MediaTek Helio G35 and Helio G25 Octa-Core SoCs with HyperEngine game technology announced”
