Google at the I/O developers conference had showcased the new augmented reality feature for Google Maps which is aimed at providing users with directions from your phone’s camera in real-time. Though the company is still testing the feature, it is rolling out to a handful of users. Continue reading “Google Maps AR navigation beta starts rolling out”
Update – February 11, 2019: Image of the phone is up on TENAA revealing waterdrop notch display, dual rear cameras, rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and a metal frame.
Facebook has announced that it has acquired visual shopping and artificial intelligence startup GrokStyle Inc. in a move to bolster the social-media company’s own AI work. GrokStyle’s technology is integrated into popular Ikea’s mobile app. Continue reading “Facebook acquires visual shopping startup GrokStyle Inc”
Android Wear announcement lead to rumors suggesting that Google might be building its own smartwatch for the platform. Reports about a possible Pixel Watch started in mid-2018, however, Google mentioned that it is not coming anytime soon. However, according to the new job listing, it looks like the company may actually building its own wearable devices. Continue reading “Google’s new job listing hints at possible Smartwatch”
AT&T back in December started repacing 4G LTE indicator with ‘5G E’ logo phones and networks that use 4G LTE Advanced technology. However, Sprint which is another major carrier in the US has filed a lawsuit in federal court, seeking an injunction to prevent AT&T from using 5G E tags on its devices or advertising. Continue reading “Sprint files lawsuit against AT&T over its ‘5G E’ branding”
Opera has announced that it is testing new in-built browser VPN for its Android browser. Beta users are the first ones to test the VPN. It is a free, unlimited and has no-log VPN feature. Continue reading “Opera browser for Android beta gets built-in free VPN”
Portronics has launched My Buddy Hexa, the company’s latest laptop stand that reduces strain on your neck by having right screen viewing angle. Also, your fingers and wrists too get optimum 7 adjustable angles when typing on the keyboard which also reduces the fatigue. It offers natural ventilation without a fan. Continue reading “Portronics My Buddy Hexa Portable Laptop Stand launched for Rs. 699”
Huawei’s Honor brand launched the Honor 8C, successor of the Honor 7C in India back in India back in November last year starting at Rs. 11,999. Today the company has announced a Rs. 1000 price cut for the 32GB version of the smartphone for a limited period, so you can get the phone at Rs. 10,999 on Amazon.in. It also comes with several other offers. Continue reading “Honor 8C gets a limited-period price cut in India”
Beyerdynamic has launched Soul BYRD, a new lightweight in-ear headset in India. It has an ultra-slim design that do not protrude from the auricle and will not exert pressure on the ear even when the user is lying on their side, says the company. It has a three-button remote with integrated microphone and comes with five included silicone ear tips (XS, S, M, L and XL) that ensure perfect fit. Continue reading “Beyerdynamic Soul BYRD in-ear headphones with ultra-slim design launched in India”
Germany’s competition watchdog; the Bundeskartellamt has imposed “far-reaching” restrictions on Facebook’s data collection and sharing. Facebook unsurprisingly plans to appeal. The watchdog said that Facebook should not combine or collect user data third-party websites and assign them to user accounts without users’ consent. Continue reading “German Watchdog blocks Facebook from merging user data without consent”
Apple has released iOS 12.1.4 update which brings a fix for the FaceTime bug that allowed the caller to peep into the receiver’s video and audio. The update also brings a fix for two zero-days security threats that a top Google security engineer, Ben Hawkes, team leader at Google’s Project Zero security team revealed. Continue reading “Apple iOS 12.1.4 update fixes FaceTime bug, two iOS zero-days vulnerabilities”
Android Q developers preview is expected sometime next month, but a month ahead of the announcement, early build of the OS was leaked. Android Q is said to bring a revamped permission management system, and now we are getting to see more details about this interesting addition to Android Q. Continue reading “Android Q said to improve privacy and permission controls, bring new package installer design and more”
Apple has started informing app developers to remove or disclose their use of analytics code that allows them to record how a user interacts with their iPhone apps or face removal from the app store. This comes after major companies, like Expedia, Hollister, and Hotels.com were spotted using a third-party analytics tool to record every tap and swipe inside the app. Continue reading “Apple warns app developers to remove or disclose screen recording code”
Twitter, Inc. has announced financial results for its fourth quarter of 2018 which had total revenue of $909 million, an increase of 24% year-over-year. The company’s advertising revenue totaled $791 million, an increase of 23% year-over-year. Twitter’s total ad engagements increased 33% year-over-year and the cost per engagement decreased 7% year-over-year. Continue reading “Twitter reports $909 million revenue, 24% YoY growth and 126 million monetizable daily active users in Q4 2018”
Update – February 8: Amazon.in has started teasing the phone with more images and has also enabled ‘notify me’ option.
