Google App Defense Alliance to stop malicious apps before they hit the Play Store

Google has partnered with ESET, Lookout, and Zimperium to create the App Defense Alliance that is aimed at improving the protection for users from bad apps in the market. The partnership will boost the current Play Protect service with the goal of reducing the risk of app-based malware, identifying new threats, and protecting our users.

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LG PuriCare Mini world’s first filter-type portable air purifier starts rolling out globally

LG has started rolling out PuriCare Mini globally, after it was introduced in  Hong Kong a few months back. It says that this is the world’s first filter-type portable air purifier. The LG PuriCare Mini is not only highly efficient, it’s also fast, cleaning 50 percent of the air inside a car in 10 minutes offering Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 13m2/hr. Continue reading “LG PuriCare Mini world’s first filter-type portable air purifier starts rolling out globally”

Kerala government’s KFON project to provide high speed internet by December 2020

The Kerala government has green lit the Kerala-Fiber Optic Network (K-Fon) project that will provide free high speed internet connection to over 20 Lakh Below Poverty Line (BPL) families. The $1548 crore project is estimated to be completed by December 2020 and will be built by a group led by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL).

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Vivo S5 with 6.44-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, 8GB RAM, in-display fingerprint scanner, 32MP in-screen camera to be announced on Nov 14

Update 2: Vivo has officially posted an image of the phone that confirms Quad rear cameras.

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Vivo rolls out new manufacturing facility in India; begins annual production of 8.4 million units

Vivo has just announced the roll-out of its new manufacturing facility in Uttar Pradesh, as part of its approximately Rs. 7,500 crore investment plan in India. This is phase 1 roll-out and the company will begin Phase II expansion from mid-2020.

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Fossil Hybrid HR smartwatch with always-on readout display, heart rate sensor, 2-week battery announced

Fossil, the company that is known for its watch lineup has announced its new Hybrid HR smartwatch which was spotted back in September on a new platform. It comes after the launch of Fossil Gen 5 smartwatch and this Hybrid HR comes with a full round read-out display, integrated heart rate sensor, rapid charging, and more.

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Stuffcool 10000mAh power bank with Type-C 18W Power Delivery, two-way fast charging launched

Stuffcool, the company known for its wide range of accessories like cases, screen protectors, power banks has today launched its new 10000mAh power bank in India. It is a compact power bank with USB Type-C port, Quick Charge 3.0 support, and more.

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Xiaomi Mi Note 10 with 6.47-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, Snapdragon 730G, 108MP penta rear cameras, 5260mAh battery announced

Xiaomi just announced Mi Note 10, as it has promised. This is the global version of the Mi CC9 Pro smartphone that was introduced in China yesterday. It packs a 6.47-inch Full HD+ curved AMOLED display with 3.43mm small chin, is powered by Snapdragon 730G with up to 8GB of RAM, runs Android Pie with MIUI 11, 3D glass back with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection, NFC, 1cc loud speaker, 3.5mm audio jack with Hi-Res audio support and a 5260mAh (5160mAh minimum) battery with support for 30W fast charging that can charge the phone to 58% in 30 minutes and 100% in 65 minutes with 30w charger in the box. Continue reading “Xiaomi Mi Note 10 with 6.47-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, Snapdragon 730G, 108MP penta rear cameras, 5260mAh battery announced”

Redmi Note 8T with 6.3-inch FHD+ display, Snapdragon 665, 48MP quad rear cameras, NFC announced

After rumors, Xiaomi has officially introduced Redmi Note 8T, a version of the Redmi Note 8 for the European market. This comes with NFC support, while other specifications are similar including a 6.39-inch Full HD+ LCD screen, Snapdragon 665 11nm Mobile Platform with up to 6GB RAM, 48-megapixel main camera with 4-in-1 pixel binning for low-light shots, 8-megapixel 120° ultra-wide angle lens, 2-megapixel depth sensor and a 2-megapixel sensor for 2cm macro shots and a 13-megapixel camera on the front. Continue reading “Redmi Note 8T with 6.3-inch FHD+ display, Snapdragon 665, 48MP quad rear cameras, NFC announced”

Microsoft Windows 10 latest preview brings new Quick Searches feature and updated design for web preview

Microsoft rolled out Windows 10 Preview Build 18999 (20H1) last month and following that, now Microsoft has started rolling out Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 19018 (20H1) to Fast ring testers. The latest preview includes general improvements, bug fixes, and also brings new Quick Searches feature.

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Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3a series get Astrophotography with Google Camera v7.2 update

Google had confirmed earlier that Pixel 3 series would get Astrophotography, that was announced along with Pixel 4. The update is now coming out for Pixel devices via Google Camera v7.2 through the play store, up from the Google Camera v6.3.

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Another final December OTA update for first gen Pixel users confirmed

With the launch of Pixel and Pixel XL in October 2016, Google promised 2 years of Software updates and 3 years of security updates. Google extended that promise by pushing Android 10 to the devices and now, Google has confirmed that they will push one final OTA in December for Pixel First gen.

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Chrome OS November update: Virtual Desks, phone call, quicker printing and more

Chrome OS has been updated with a bunch of new features aimed at improving functionality for the user. These include Virtual Desks to help organize your workspace, easier phone call making capabilities, quicker printing and feedback sharing.

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Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier 3 with OLED touch display, laser particle sensor launched in India for Rs. 9999

Xiaomi just launched the Mi Air Purifier 3, successor of Mi Air Purifier 2S in India. It has an OLED touch display, more precise air purification with Laser particle sensor, and has smarter home integration with support for Alexa and Google Assistant. Continue reading “Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier 3 with OLED touch display, laser particle sensor launched in India for Rs. 9999”

Indian Premium Smartphone market saw record 66% YoY growth in Q3 2019, OnePlus leads with 35% share

After overall Indian smartphone market performance, Counterpoint has posted details of the performance of the premium smartphone segment in Q3 2019, which reveals 66% YoY growth, an all-time record high. This is due to new launches, aggressive EMI, cashback and exchange offers, and channel push, ahead of the crucial festive season, according to the report. Continue reading “Indian Premium Smartphone market saw record 66% YoY growth in Q3 2019, OnePlus leads with 35% share”