Google at the annual American Physical Society meeting in Los Angeles has introduced the Bristlecone quantum computing processor with an aim to provide its researchers a testbed for into system error rates and scalability of its qubit technology. It is also expected to bring applications in quantum simulation, optimization, and machine learning. Continue reading “Google Bristlecone 72-qubit quantum computing processor announced”
Last week live images and video of the upcoming flagship LG smartphone surfaced from the MWC 2018 as G7 (Neo). Now based on the images, TechnoBuffalo has posted concept renders of the smartphone created by Benjamin Geskin. This shows iPhone X-like notch and earlier rumor said that it will feature a 6-inch (1440 x 3120 pixels) FullVision display with 19.5:9 aspect ratio and a whopping 900 PPI pixel density. There is a small bezel below the screen.
Instagram app for iOS to soon get a bunch of new features including the new search filters, star chat, download your data, organize your conversation and more. There’s still no timeframe on when these features would make their way to the app, but there are references present in the Instagram V35. Continue reading “Instagram for iOS might get search filters, starred chats, download your data and more”
HTC is expected to launch the U12 flagship sometime in April if rumors are to be believed, and today we are hearing more details about the flagship including the build quality and specifications. According to a new report, the HTC U12 will share some design similarities with the HTC U11 and HTC U11+ but will have few unique changes. Continue reading “HTC U12 said to feature new matte white metal frame and glass design”
Google today announced that it is adding 20 more languages including Chinese and Korean for Gboard to Android. With this new addition, a total number of languages that Gboard supports reached over 300 covering 74% of the world’s population. Continue reading “Google Gboard for Android gets 20 new languages including Chinese and Korean”
BlackBerry today announced that it is suing Facebook, and its subsidiaries; Instagram and WhatsApp under the ground that these apps copied features like unread count from BlackBerry’s proprietary and patent-protected Messenger app, known as BBM. Continue reading “BlackBerry sues Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram over patent infringement”
Update: Xiaomi today announced that the Mi MIX 2S announcement on March 27th will take place in Shanghai. This also marks the first time a Xiaomi launch event will be held in a Chinese city other than Beijing, said Xiaomi’s Senior VP Wang Xiang.
Samsung has released the new Galaxy S9 and S9+ Experience demo app for Android. The Experience App basically offers a close insight into how and what it feels like using the latest Samsung flagship phones. The company did the same with the Galaxy Note8 last year as well. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ Experience demo app released”
Last week Xiaomi confirmed that it will introduce the Mi MIX 2S powered by Snapdragon 845 on March 27th. XDA recently uncovered some of the specifications of the phone. Now they have revealed more features of the phone, including support for Qi wireless charging, making it the first Xiaomi smartphone with the feature.
iBall has launched Slide Brace-XJ, the company’s latest tablet in the Slide series. It has a 10.1-inch (1280 x 800 pixels) IPS display, comes with dual chambered speakers that promises load and clear sound, has 4G support with VoLTE and packs a 7800mAh battery. Continue reading “iBall Slide Brace-XJ with 10.1-inch display, 4G VoLTE, 7800mAh battery launched for Rs. 19999”
ARM today announced the Mali-G52 and G31 GPUs and Mali D51 Display processor and Mali-V52 video processor. The new set of IP seamlessly integrates with the existing DynamIQ-based CPUs and other Arm IP. The Mali-V52 VPU enables 2X decode performance, real-time 4K60 video performance. Continue reading “ARM introduces Mali-G52, G31 GPUs, Mali-D51 DPU and Mali-V52 VPU”
Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 5 and Redmi Note 5 Pro smartphones in India last month, which went on sale exclusively on Flipkart as well as Mi.com from February 22nd, and the company said that over 3 lakh units sold out within minutes. Even though Redmi Note 5 was available for few minutes after the sale opened, Redmi Note 5 Pro goes out of stock in seconds. Continue reading “Xiaomi will remove COD payment for few upcoming Redmi Note 5 Pro sales to curb reselling”
Airtel today announced a strategic agreement with Gulf Bridge International to unlock the capacity on GBI’s India-Middle East-Europe submarine cable system. Airtel will now acquire the ownership of the India leg of GBI’s India-Middle East-Europe submarine cable. Continue reading “Airtel acquires India leg of GBI’s intercontinental submarine cable”
Amazon India today started Apple Fest, its 7-day sale on Apple products, including iPhones, Apple Watch, Macs and more. It is offering some great deals on iPhones, iPad, Apple Watch and exchange offers and no cost EMI on Macbooks. Continue reading “Amazon India Apple Fest from March 6 to 12: Up to Rs. 10000 off on iPhones, exchange offers and No Cost EMI on Macbooks”
Google has started rolling out new over-the-air (OTA) update for Pixel and Nexus devices and also posted factory images as part of monthly Android Security release. The update for this month also includes functional improvements for both Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL smartphones. Continue reading “Google rolls out March 2018 Android security update, includes functional improvements for Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL”
