Facebook ‘Portal’ video chat device said to launch next week

Facebook F8

Facebook said to be finally planning on launching Video chat device for home next week. It will function similarly to an Amazon Echo show with social features and will come in two screen sizes. This is the same device that Facebook initially planned to launch at its annual F8 developer conference in May but delayed due to anti-trust. Continue reading “Facebook ‘Portal’ video chat device said to launch next week”

GoPro HERO7 White, HERO7 Silver and HERO7 Black launched in India starting at Rs. 19000, up for pre-order on Amazon with launch offers

GoPro launched the HERO7 series of action cameras in India, after they were introduced yesterday. The GoPro HERO7  has HyperSmooth, which the company says is the best in-camera video SuperPhotostabilization ever featured in a camera, offering gimbal-like stabilized video without a motorized gimbal. The feature also works underwater and in high-shock and wind situations.

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Apple iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max user manual shows AirPower references

iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max AirPower

Apple introduced AirPower which is its multi-device wireless charger last year, but the product never went on for sale despite rumored September launch. However, a user guide included with the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max has references about the AirPower, suggesting that Apple has not yet shelved the much-anticipated charging mat.  Continue reading “Apple iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max user manual shows AirPower references”

Google might rename ‘Incognito mode’ on Chrome to ‘Private mode’

Google Chrome 'Private Mode'

Incognito Mode on Google Chrome lets you browse the web without maintaining a history or saving information like cookies and form inputs. Now, Google might be planning to rename the feature to ‘Private Mode’ Users have started noticing that the ‘Open in incognito tab’ option has been changed to ‘Open in private tab,’ which could signal that Google is about to change it for everyone. Continue reading “Google might rename ‘Incognito mode’ on Chrome to ‘Private mode’”

Nokia 7 Plus on Android Pie beta gets Digital Wellbeing via a Play Store update

Android P features

Nokia 7 Plus is one of the first set of devices to get Android 9.0 Pie beta when it is announced by the Google at I/O 2018. At the same event, Google announced the Digital Wellbeing feature which was made available in beta back in August. It was available only to Pixel smartphones running Android Pie. However, Google seems to be expanding the feature to other devices as it pushed an update to Digital Wellbeing feature via Play Store to the Nokia 7 Plus.  Continue reading “Nokia 7 Plus on Android Pie beta gets Digital Wellbeing via a Play Store update”

Google Drive gets new AI based ‘Priority’ page with intelligent file suggestions and organization

Google Drive Priority

Google has announced that it is adding a new quick actions page in Google Drive’s left-hand navigation panel that helps you find and take action at the right time. This Priority page uses machine learning to suggest files you might need to work on and has “workspaces” to help you organize files.  Continue reading “Google Drive gets new AI based ‘Priority’ page with intelligent file suggestions and organization”

Instagram now lets you send GIFs in Direct messages

Instagram Gif

Instagram has introduced a new feature which will let you message your friends with GIFs in Instagram Direct. You can tap the new GIF button in the composer bar to open a library of the latest trending GIFs powered by GIPHY. Swipe through to see what’s currently trending or search using keywords or phrases to find the perfect GIF to send.  Continue reading “Instagram now lets you send GIFs in Direct messages”

Amazon introduces new Alexa features including Skype calling, FreeTime gets kid-focused routines, podcasts

Alexa Skype

Apart from announcing new Echo products, Amazon is also introducing new Alexa features. These new capabilities include entertainment features like the left-right stereo pairing, TIDAL, and Amazon Music New Release Notifications; productivity features like email management, step-by-step cooking, and location-based Routines. Continue reading “Amazon introduces new Alexa features including Skype calling, FreeTime gets kid-focused routines, podcasts”

Amazon introduces Echo Show 2nd-gen, Amazon Basics Microwave, Echo Wall Clock, Smart Plug, Echo Input and more

Amazon has announced the second generation Echo Show along with Fire TV Recast, AmazonBasics Microwave with Alexa, Echo Wall Clock, Amazon Smart Plug and more. The second gen Echo Show comes with a massive 10-inch HD display,  built-in smart home hub, and an upgraded speaker system that delivers powerful bass and stereo sound. The company is also integrating Hulu, and NBC making on-demand and live streaming possible.

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Apple iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max up for pre-order in India on Flipkart, Airtel, Reliance Jio and offline stores – Cashback and exchange offers

As promised, Apple has started taking pre-orders for the latest iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max in India, ahead of the launch on September 28th. The company will begin rolling out the new iPhones in more than 30 countries and territories today, and more than 25 countries and territories next week. Continue reading “Apple iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max up for pre-order in India on Flipkart, Airtel, Reliance Jio and offline stores – Cashback and exchange offers”

Amazon introduces new Echo Dot, new Echo Plus and Echo Sub Subwoofer in India starting at Rs. 4499

Amazon has introduced new line-up of Echo devices, and an Echo companion device that include: 3rd generation Echo Dot, 2nd generation Echo Plus and new Echo Sub subwoofer for Echo devices in India. Continue reading “Amazon introduces new Echo Dot, new Echo Plus and Echo Sub Subwoofer in India starting at Rs. 4499”

GoPro HERO7 Black with HyperSmooth Gimbal-like stabilization, live streaming announced

GoPro today introduced HERO7 Black, after a leak  earlier this month. It has HyperSmooth, which the company says is the best in-camera video SuperPhotostabilization ever featured in a camera, offering gimbal-like stabilized video without a motorized gimbal. The feature also works underwater and in high-shock and wind situations. Continue reading “GoPro HERO7 Black with HyperSmooth Gimbal-like stabilization, live streaming announced”

iFFALCON introduces world’s first 32-inch HD Ready Android TV with AI assistant in India

iFFALCON, smart TV brand from TCL has introduced  the world’s First 32-inch (32F2A), HD-ready, Google-certified Android TV with AI assistant in India.  The company launched range of Smart LED TVs. Continue reading “iFFALCON introduces world’s first 32-inch HD Ready Android TV with AI assistant in India”

Intex STAARi 11 with 5-inch HD display, dual front cameras, 4G VoLTE launched for Rs. 4499

Intex has launched STAARi 11, the company’s latest budget smartphone with dual front cameras. It has an 8-megapixel front camera along with a secondary 2-megapixel camera for portrait selfies. It also has an 8-megapixel camera on the back. Both the cameras have LED flash. Other camera features include, Background Change, Night Shot, Face Beauty, and Burst Mode.

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