Facebook Messenger gets new admin privileges and joinable links

Facebook is rolling out an update to the Messenger which brings new admin privileges, joinable links and more. With admin controls, admins can now approve new members before they join your group chat which is really helpful in large group chats with people you may not yet be connected to.

Google said to be acquiring imaging startup Lytro for $40 million

According to a latest report citing industry sources, Google is said to be acquiring innovative camera startup Lytro for $40 million. Lytro as a company has started off as a ground-breaking camera company for consumers and move onto VR using its depth-data, light-field technology. 

Xiaomi Mi Casual, City and Travel Backpacks launched in India starting at Rs. 899

Xiaomi launched its Mi Business Backpack in India back in August last year. Today the company has launched 3 new backpacks – Mi Casual Backpack, Mi City Backpack and Mi Travel Backpack in India, in its Mi Ecosystem.

Facebook vows to crackdown platform abuse, CEO Mark Zuckerberg finally opens up about Cambridge Analytica data misuse

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has finally opened up about the on-going Cambridge Analytica that is said to have the possession of Facebook user data that was improperly obtained which was a breach of Facebook’s trust. The company has vowed to crack down on platform abuse and it has announced future steps and plan of action. … Continue reading “Facebook vows to crackdown platform abuse, CEO Mark Zuckerberg finally opens up about Cambridge Analytica data misuse”

Xiaomi Redmi 5 Unboxing and First Impressions

Xiaomi just launched the Redmi 5 smartphone in India last week as the successor of last year’s Redmi 4, and it went on sale earlier this week for the first time. Check out the unboxing and the first impressions of the phone.

SHARP AQUOS S3 mini with 5.5-inch FHD+ display, 6GB RAM, 20MP front camera announced

Sharp has introduced AQUOS S3 mini in China, even though the company did not introduce the rumored AQUOS S3. It has a 5.5-inch Full HD+ display with a notch and 87.5% screen-to-body ratio, is powered by Snapdragon 630 with 6GB RAM and Android 7.1 (Nougat) with Smile Ux, same as last year’s AQUOS S2, but this has … Continue reading “SHARP AQUOS S3 mini with 5.5-inch FHD+ display, 6GB RAM, 20MP front camera announced”

Xiaomi Mi Store app now available on iOS in India

Xiaomi introduced the Mi Store for Android in beta back in 2015, later it was launched through the Google Play Store for all the Android users. Now the company has introduced the Mi Store for iOS in India. This app lets you search, browse and purchase all Mi products, including phones, tablets and accessories. It has multiple … Continue reading “Xiaomi Mi Store app now available on iOS in India”

Google introduces ‘News Initiative’ to fight fake news, will invest $300 million

With an aim to fight fake news, misinformation and bolstering journalism, Google today introduced its new initiative ‘ Google News Initiative,’ along with the International Fact Check Network which will offer advanced training on tools to distinguish misinformation online to more than 20,000 students globally. 

Samsung Carnival on Amazon India: Up to Rs. 4000 discount, No-cost EMI, exchange offers and more

Samsung today started its 4-day Samsung Carnival on Amazon India, couple of weeks after the first Carnival sale earlier this month. This offers up to Rs. 4000 discount on smartphones .  Samsung Galaxy Note8 buyers get Amazon Pay cashback of Rs. 8,000 making the effective price of the phone Rs. 59,900.

MIUI 9.5 Stable ROM – List of Xiaomi devices getting it with schedule

Xiaomi started rolling out  MIUI 9.5 Stable ROM for the Redmi Note 4 last week, later some users reported the update rolling out for Redmi 3S. Yesterday Xiaomi confirmed that it is rolling out the update to Redmi Note 4, Redmi Note 3, Mi Max/Prime and Redmi 3S/Prime in phases. Today the company has confirmed that list … Continue reading “MIUI 9.5 Stable ROM – List of Xiaomi devices getting it with schedule”

Microsoft and BlackBerry team up to introduce BlackBerry Enterprise BRIDGE

Microsoft and BlackBerry today announced a strategic partnership with an aim to offer enterprises a solution that will make it easy to integrate BlackBerry’s expertise in mobility and security with Microsoft’s cloud and productivity products.

Xiaomi launches new Mi Earphones, Mi Earphones Basic in India starting at Rs. 399

Xiaomi today launched two new earphones – Mi Earphones, Mi Earphones Basic in India. The company already has several in-ear earphones in India, and it recently launched the Mi Noise Cancelling USB Type-C Earphones in the country. The Mi In-Ear Headphones Basic also got a permanent Rs. 100 price cut recently and is available for Rs. 499.

Micromax invests in AI-based start-up ‘One Labs’, will pre-load inOne all-in-one app on its devices

Micromax today announced that it is investing consumer technology and AI-based start-up ‘One Labs’ with an aim to bring users closer to smarter app user experiences. ‘InOne’ is a platform with access to apps across multiple platforms including food, shopping, travel, cabs, news, recharge, games and more from within a single app.