Update – February 8: Amazon.in has started teasing the phone with more images and has also enabled ‘notify me’ option.
Facebook and Instagram to no longer allow graphic images that promote self-harm
Facebook and Instagram have shared updates on how it enforces policies against self-harm or suicide on the platform. The company since 2016 has built its approach with experts in suicide prevention. These experts unanimously reaffirmed that Facebook should allow users to share admissions of self-harmed suicidal thoughts, but should not allow people to share content promoting it. Continue reading “Facebook and Instagram to no longer allow graphic images that promote self-harm”
Essential Phone 2 could feature under-display camera, light sensor and fingerprint sensor
Essential Phone 1 was launched way back in 2017; almost two years since launch and the company is yet to bring a sequel to it. However, filling the void, a set of design images show that the company is working on it and has not given up. Earlier reports suggested that it was working on a futuristic phone powered by AI. Continue reading “Essential Phone 2 could feature under-display camera, light sensor and fingerprint sensor”
Netflix for Android gets Smart Downloads that auto-retrieves next episode [Update: Now available for iOS]
Update – February 7, 2019: Netflix has rolled out Smart Downloads feature for iOS users. Similar to Android and Windows, this will automatically delete episodes you’ve watched and download the next one when you are connected to WiFi. You can disable it from the Downloads section. Grab the latest version of the iOS app to enjoy the feature.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 712 10nm Mobile Platform brings 10% performance improvement across gaming, browsing and more
Qualcomm has announced Snapdragon 712, the company’s latest SoC in the new 700 series and the successor of Snapdragon 710 that was introduced last year. It is built on the same power-efficient 10nm process technology, is based on Kryo 360 architecture and has Adreno 616 GPU, however the company promises 10% performance uplift across gaming, web browsing and more since the CPU is clocked up to 2.3GHz compared to up to 2.2GHz in the predecessor. Continue reading “Qualcomm Snapdragon 712 10nm Mobile Platform brings 10% performance improvement across gaming, browsing and more”
Sony α6400 mirrorless camera with 0.02-second Autofocus, Real-time Tracking, 24.2MP sensor launched in India
Sony has launched α6400 (Model ILCE-6400), its latest mirrorless camera in India. It was introduced last month, comes with world’s fastest 0.02 second auto focus, new advanced Real-time Eye AF and Real-time Tracking capabilities. It offers high-speed shooting at up to 11 fps with AF/AE tracking, a new-generation BIONZ X image processing engine, 4K video recording, a fully 180-degree tiltable LCD touch screen and more.
Moto G7 Plus, Moto G7, Moto G7 Power and Moto G7 Play announced, price revealed
Motorola has finally announced the Moto G7 series – G7, G7 Plus, G7 Power and G7 Play smartphones at an event in Brazil, as it had promised. The Moto G7 and the G7 Plus have a 6.2-inch Max Vision Full HD+ display and 3D glass back. The top-end G7 Plus is powered by Snapdragon 636, while the others are powered by Snapdragon 632. All the phones have a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, USB Type-C Port and a water-repellent design that protects against accidental spills, sweat, and light rain.
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Stuffcool Monty wireless headphones with Bluetooth 5.0 launched for Rs. 1999
Stuffcool has launched the Montry wireless in-ear headphones with neckband design in India. It comes with magnetic ear heads for convenience and to carry it along like a necklace when not in use. it supports the latest Bluetooth 5.0 and packs 180mAh battery with playback time of 9 hours or talk time of 8 hours. Continue reading “Stuffcool Monty wireless headphones with Bluetooth 5.0 launched for Rs. 1999”
Skype for desktop gets AI background blur for video calls
Skype has introduced a new background blur in Skype video calls. Background blur in Skype is similar to background blur in Microsoft Teams. It focuses your face where it belongs with a simple toggle. You can turn on the background blur simply by right-clicking or from the Skype settings, your background will be instantly and subtly blurred. Continue reading “Skype for desktop gets AI background blur for video calls”
Damson CORSECA Eternia retro Bluetooth speaker launched in India
Damson Technologies has launched the CORSECA Eternia retro looking Bluetooth speaker in India. It connects via the Bluetooth 4.2 and packs 2 powerful 10Watts RMS drivers & 20WRMS output. The speaker boasts an impressive frequency range of 70Hz – 20 KHz. Continue reading “Damson CORSECA Eternia retro Bluetooth speaker launched in India”
Google Chrome could get Never-Slow mode for a faster browsing experience
A new commit that was spotted on Chromium Gerrit points at a new “Never-Slow Mode” for Chrome. The description reads “an experimental browsing mode that restricts resource loading and runtime processing to deliver a consistently fast experience,” but at a cost: Google warns that it “may silently break content.” Continue reading “Google Chrome could get Never-Slow mode for a faster browsing experience”
Sony Xperia XA3 with 6-inch 21:9 CinemaWide display, dual rear cameras surface
At the MWC event which is set to kick-start later this month, Sony is expected to introduce the Xperia XZ4 and budget segment devices including the XA3 which is fresh to surface the internet. The latest leak suggests that the Xperia XA3 might pack in an unusual design with a 21:9 aspect ratio display format. Continue reading “Sony Xperia XA3 with 6-inch 21:9 CinemaWide display, dual rear cameras surface”
Gmail uses TensorFlow machine learning to remove 100 million spam messages every day
Google has announced using its new protections powered TensorFlow open source machine learning framework is blocking around 100 million additional spam messages on Gmail every day. It is now blocking spam categories that used to be very hard to detect. TensorFlow was able to block image-based messages, emails with hidden embedded content, and messages from newly created domains that try to hide a low volume of spammy messages within legitimate traffic.
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Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) gets another price cut in India
Samsung launched the Galaxy A9 2018 (SM-A920F) in India starting at Rs. 36990. It received a Rs. 3000 price cut last month, now it has got another Rs. 3000 price cut in the country, and is available for Rs. 30,990 for the 6GB RAM version, while the 8GB RAM version now costs Rs. 33,990 after the price cut.
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Spotify acquires Podcast creators Gimlet Media and Anchor
Spotify has announced that it has entered into definitive agreements to acquire Gimlet Media Inc. and Anchor podcast creation, publishing, and monetization services. Gimlet will bring its best-in-class podcast studio with dedicated IP development, production, and advertising capabilities. While Anchor will bring its platform of tools for podcast creators and its creator base. Continue reading “Spotify acquires Podcast creators Gimlet Media and Anchor”