Airtel acquihires AuthMe services to strengthen AI game

In the latest development, Bharti Airtel has announced an acquihire deal with AuthMe ID Services in an attempt to strengthen Artificial Intelligence (AI) portfolio. For the uninitiated, AuthMe is a Bengaluru-based startup focused mainly on artificial intelligence solution. Continue reading “Airtel acquihires AuthMe services to strengthen AI game”

Facebook adds new tools to fight public harassment and bullying

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Facebook has introduced new tools and programs that will let users to better control unwanted, offensive or hurtful experiences on Facebook. It is giving more control over how users interact with your posts on Facebook because comments can sometimes be used to bully or harass people. Continue reading “Facebook adds new tools to fight public harassment and bullying”

Microsoft Windows 10 October update with new Phone app, Timeline, AI ink features and more announced

Windows 10

Microsoft today announced the second major Windows 10 update this year and the October 2018 Update will be available to all Windows 10 users starting today. The update brings new features and additions to the Windows 10, Office 365, To-Do and Outlook.com. Continue reading “Microsoft Windows 10 October update with new Phone app, Timeline, AI ink features and more announced”

Honor 8X with 6.5-inch FHD+ display, Kirin 710, AI dual rear cameras launching in India on October 16

Huawei’s Honor brand introduced the Honor 8X, successor of the Honor 7X in China last month. The company has started global roll out of the phone from Dubai and Spain yesterday. It has also confirmed that it will launch in India on October 16th at an event in Delhi, after launching in Malaysia, Russia and Czech Republic next week.

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Nokia 7.1 with 5.84-inch FHD+ 19:9 display, Snapdragon 636, Dual rear cameras with ZEISS optics surfaces

After the Nokia 7.1 Plus (TA-1131) got certified by TENAA last week, now the live images and specifications of the Nokia 7.1 (TA-1100) has surfaced. This reveals a 5.84 FHD+ display with a notch and Snapdragon 636 SoC, similar to the Nokia 6.1 Plus, and the cameras with feature ZEISS optics with support for HDR videos. Images reveal a glass back, rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and a metal frame.

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Adam Mosseri appointed as head of Instagram

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After quitting from their positions, Instagram’s Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger announced that Adam Mosseri, current Vice President of Product, will become the head of Instagram starting today. Adam began his career as a designer, managed his own design consultancy, and then joined the Facebook design team in 2008. After joining Facebook, he was moved from designing to product management. Continue reading “Adam Mosseri appointed as head of Instagram”

Facebook said to be testing map view for Nearby Friends

Facebook

Facebook is said to be testing a new ‘Map view’ in Nearby Friends feature which is already present in the app. The ‘Near By’ feature lets you know approximately where your friends are in your area. This new feature that Facebook is testing will let you see the rough locations of friends in your area.  Continue reading “Facebook said to be testing map view for Nearby Friends”

Opera Touch mobile browser with easier one-handed mode, Fast Action Button now available for iPhone

Opera Touch was launched for Android back in April and now, the company has launched it for iPhone. It brings fast access to search where you can launch the browser and instantly start searching using text or QR/barcode search features.  Continue reading “Opera Touch mobile browser with easier one-handed mode, Fast Action Button now available for iPhone”

Google ‘Voice Access’ with hands-free control released for Android

Google Voice AccessGoogle is working on an accessibility product that lets Android users control their device with their voice. This new product is called ‘Voice-access’ this app has been in beta for two years and is finally releasing to users. The Voice Access provides a hands-free experience for Android, letting people navigate through apps, compose and edit text, and talk to the Google Assistant. Continue reading “Google ‘Voice Access’ with hands-free control released for Android”

Apple iOS 12.1 to bring 70 new emojis, beta update brings eSIM support, fixes charging bug

Apple started out seeding the iOS 12.1 beta two for developers and public users who have registered. This update brings more than 70 new emoji to iPhones, group FaceTime with up to 32 and the eSIM support which still needs carrier support to function fully. Reports also suggest that the update has fixed the weird charging bug on few iPhones and iPads. Continue reading “Apple iOS 12.1 to bring 70 new emojis, beta update brings eSIM support, fixes charging bug”

Microsoft Surface Pro 6 and Surface Laptop 2 with 8th Gen Intel Core processors, Surface Studio 2 and Surface Headphones announced

Microsoft has announced Surface Pro 6, Surface Laptop 2, Surface Studio 2, as well as new Surface Headphones at an event, as it had promised. The  Surface Pro 6 is powered by Intel 8th Gen Quad Core processors and comes in new Black color option. Other specs are similar to the Surface Pro 5.

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OnePlus 6T teased in official image alongside OnePlus 6

As the launch date of the OnePlus 6T is nearing, the company has started releasing images of its upcoming. The company has posted the first live image of the phone on its social channels. This shows the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T smartphones. Even though the picture doesn’t show everything clearly, inverting the colors show more details.

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Google Maps update brings real-time public transport updates, Spotify, Apple Music, and Google Play Music integration

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Google today announced that it is rolling out new features on Google Maps to help you take control of your daily commute. The new commute tab feature one-tap access to live traffic and transit information tailored to your commute. It will let you know if your commute is going to be a normal one or if you’ll need extra time.

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Paytm introduces spam-proof SMS Inbox using machine learning

Paytm SMS Inbox

Paytm today announced it is launching Spam-proof ‘SMS Inbox’ which will be a part of its widely popular Paytm Inbox. It uses the proprietary Machine Learning algorithms to classify SMS into Personal, Transactional & Promotional categories, offering a clutter-free experience. Continue reading “Paytm introduces spam-proof SMS Inbox using machine learning”

Moto X4 and Moto E5 Plus get a limited-period price cut in India

Motorla has announced limited-period price cuts for the X4 and E5 Plus smartphones in India for the upcoming festive season. The Moto E5 Plus has received a Rs. 1000 and the Moto X4 3GB and 4GB RAM have received Rs. 2000 price cuts each.

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