Monday, September 30, 2019

Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale: Best Deals on Redmi K20, Samsung Galaxy S9 and More

Here are some really good deals if you are looking to buy a new smartphone this festive season.

Call of Duty: Mobile Now Available for Android and iOS: How to Download

Call of Duty: Mobile is now available to download and play on Android and iOS devices as a free game with in-app purchases.

Facebook to Launch New 'News Tab' Feature; Will Pay Only a Fraction of Publishers

Facebook will have seasoned journalists curate breaking and top news stories for its upcoming 'News Tab' feature, separate from its trademark News Feed.

Kamala Harris Asks Twitter to Suspend Donald Trump's Account

Twitter has not responded to Senator Kamala Harris yet, although its policy doesn't favour blocking a world leader or removing their controversial tweets.

OnePlus India Specific OxygenOS Goodies: Manage Your SMS, Smart Gallery and more

These updates will be part of the OxygenOS which will be rolled out for all OnePlus devices.

Google Doodle Honours Dr Herbert Kleber Who Pioneered Modern Addiction Psychiatry

Besides co-founding the National Centre on Addiction and Substance Abuse, Dr Kleber and his then-wife Dr Marian W Fischman established the Division on Substance Abuse at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons.

Soon You Will be Able to Control Spotify on Your Apple Device Using Siri

iPhone users will soon be able to ask Siri to play their favourite music on Spotify, as the app is beta-testing the new SiriKit audio APIs introduced in iOS 13.

Anyone with Passion to Game Can Have a Gaming Career in India: Ubisoft Pune MD

Jean-Philippe Pieuchot, managing director of Ubisoft Pune, affirms that India has finally woken up to the prospect of video games as a viable career choice.

Google Pixel 4 Themes, Wallpaper, Recorder Apps Leak Ahead of Launch; Motion Sense Compatible Apps and Countries Tipped

The Pixel 4 theming app offers deep personalisation features like creating custom themes, make system-wide font adjustments, customise icon shapes, and add new colour accents.

Shoppers From Smaller Towns Help Amazon And Flipkart Sales Buck The Economic Slowdown

Amazon and Flipkart have seen a significant spike in shoppers from Tier 2, Tier 3 and smaller towns, which has helped with significant growth this year.

Chrome OS Update 77 is Bringing Google Assistant to Chromebooks

With the latest Chrome OS 77 update, Chromebook users can set reminders, play music, control smart home devices, etc by activating Google Assistant.

Dropbox Spaces Launched, a Collaborative Workspace With Machine Intelligence for Desktop and Mobile

Dropbox is introducing Spaces, that lets users focus on important tasks at work and help them stay in sync with their teams.

Xiaomi Redmi 8A Going on Sale Today: Price, Features, Offers and More

The newly launched Redmi 8A from Xiaomi comes with a chunky battery and USB Type-C port at a sub-Rs 7,000 price range.

YouTube Music Now Comes Pre-Installed on Android 10, Replacing Google Play Music

Most Android 10 users and even some Android 9 users will now see YouTube Music preinstalled on their smartphones.

You Can Now Buy The OnePlus 7 For Rs 29,999 After The Arrival of OnePlus 7T

OnePlus has cut the pricing of the OnePlus 7 with the introduction of the new OnePlus 7T.

WhatsApp to Stop Working on iPhone Models Running iOS 8 on February 1, 2020

If WhatsApp is currently active on your iOS 8 device, you will be able to use it only until February 1, 2020.

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale: All The Great Deals on Amazon Echo Speakers

There are deals on the Echo Dot, the Echo, Echo Plus as well as the Echo Show smart display.

Uber Planning to Combine Food-Delivery, Ride-Hailing Into a Single App

Apart from merging Uber Eats and Uber Rides, the company will also upgrade its verification and emergency alert features.

Sunday, September 29, 2019

WhatsApp Extensively Abused During Indian Elections: Report

Private group chats on Whatsapp are harder to monitor than Facebook or Twitter discussions, making it more difficult to control the spread of misinformation.

Microsoft Spots 'Nodersok' Malware That Turns PCs Into Zombie Proxies

Researchers at Microsoft have uncovered a new malware campaign that is infecting thousands computers across the world.

TikTok Owner ByteDance's First Half Revenue Said to Be Better Than Expected

ByteDance, owner of video-sharing app TikTok and one of the world's most valuable unicorns, booked revenue of CNY 50-60 billion in a better-than-expected result for the first half, people familiar with the matter told Reuters.

Bard of Blood: Netflix Tests Limited Free Access in India for Shah Rukh Khan-Produced Original

Not sure if Bard of Blood is worth a Netflix subscription? Well, fret not. Netflix is offering limited free access to the first episode of its latest original series from India — produced by Shah Rukh Khan — without even having to sign up for the streaming service.

Which One Would You Buy Under Rs 30,000? Google Pixel 3a or the OnePlus 7

The OnePlus 7 is selling for Rs 29,999 on Amazon India while the Pixel 3a is selling at the same price on Flipkart.

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale: Best TV Deals From Xiaomi, Samsung And More

We have picked out the five best deals from the Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale for TVs across all price points and screen sizes.

WhatsApp Will Stop Working on These Phones From February Next Year

Whatsapp says iPhone users will need i0S 9 or later, and Android users must not have versions 2.3.7 or older, in order to use Whatsapp.

WhatsApp Will Stop Working on These phones February Next Year

Whatsapp says iPhone users will need i0S 9 or later, and Android users must not have versions 2.3.7 or older, in order to use Whatsapp.

'Basically Holy Grail of Space': Elon Musk Unveils New Mars Rocket Prototype, Expects Missions in Months

Elon Musk showed a crowd of space enthusiasts and reporters at SpaceX’s rocket development site late on Saturday in the remote village of Boca Chica, Texas.

WhatsApp Was Extensively Abused During India Elections, Study Claims

Despite WhatsApp's efforts to reduce the spread of fake news by limiting the number of forwards to five, the platform was extensively abused to spread unfounded rumours and create misinformation campaigns during recent elections in India and Brazil, a study has revealed.

Tinder Owner Sued for Using Fake Profiles in Ads on Match.com

The owner of Tinder and OkCupid is being sued by US regulator for seeking to draw in potential subscribers with emails from fake users expressing interest in pairing up.

Top 10 Productivity Extensions for Chrome Web Browser

Here are some helpful extensions for Chrome browser that might make your life a bit easier.

Get Access to Alexa Smart Assistant With the Echo Dot 3rd-Gen at Rs 1,999

Amazon is offering some really good deals on the Echo range as well as the Fire TV stick.

Gamer's Delight With Deals on Asus ROG Phone II, Black Shark 2, Nubia Red Magic 3

Looking for a solid gaming smartphone this festive season? Then you better head to Flipkart's Big Billion Days sale.

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale: OnePlus 7 Gets Discounts And Prices Start Rs 29,999

The launch of OnePlus OnePlus 7T has led to a limited time discount on the OnePlus 7 Pro and OnePlus 7.

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale: All The Deals, if You Still Want to Buy a OnePlus TV

The OnePlus TV 55 Q1 is priced at Rs 69,900 and the OnePlus TV 55 Q1 Pro will set you back by Rs 99,900.

Why Would You Want OnePlus TV When Samsung The Frame QLED Can be Yours For Rs 54,499?

This 55-inch beauty is priced at Rs 84,990 at this time for the Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale, with further discounts as well on certain payment methods.

Saturday, September 28, 2019

Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale: Samsung AX3000 Purifier For Rs 7999 is What You Need This Diwali

The Samsung AX3000 air purifier is officially priced at Rs 10,999 but there is a straight discount on that price, for starters. And there are more discounts.

25 Android Apps With 2.1 Million Downloads Removed From Google Play Due to Adware: Symantec

Symantec says 25 malicious apps from over 22 developers were listed on Google Play

YouTube's New Initiative to Support Women Creators in India

The next generation of women creators on YouTube are moving beyond traditional verticals.

Altstore Is an Alternative Apple App Store That Doesn’t Require Jailbreaking Your iPhone

AltStore allows developers to publish their own apps, which would have otherwise not been allowed on the official App Store.

Facebook to Invest in Technology Startups in India

Ajit Mohan, the company's India vice-president and managing director, said Facebook is willing to make direct investments in technology startups in India.

Xbox One Gets Support for Google Assistant Voice Commands, Microsoft Reveals

Microsoft is releasing Xbox Action for the Google Assistant, through which gamers will now be able to control their Xbox consoles with voice commands. 

Uber Unveils Revamped App With More Transit Options, Passenger Safety Features

Uber on Thursday unveiled a revamped version of its smartphone app that weaves together services from shared rides to public transit schedules while adding more security features.

DoorDash Breach Exposes Data of Nearly 5 Million Users

DoorDash on Thursday said a breach of its system exposed nearly five million customers, eateries and "Dashers" to a data breach.

Amazon Offers a Way to Delete Alexa Recordings Automatically

Amazon says it saves voice commands to improve the service. But the practice has raised concerns with privacy experts.

Samsung Finance+ Digital Lending Platform Launched in India

Samsung has partnered with New Delhi-headquartered DMI Finance to launch Samsung Finance+ in the country.

Google Play Removes 29 Malicious Apps With Over 10 Million Collective Downloads

Twenty-nine malicious apps have been discovered on Google Play Store with a collective download count of more than 10 million, said a new report by Quick Heal Security Labs on Thursday.

Friday, September 27, 2019

Lyft App to Display US Ride-Hail Alternatives as Congestion Concerns Mount

Lyft said a new version of the app would be pushed to users on Tuesday.

Netflix Set for Worst Quarter Since 2012 as Competition Looms

Shares of Netflix dropped nearly 4 percent on Tuesday and were on track for their deepest quarterly decline in seven years after two analysts added to growing worries about an impending wave of competition from Walt Disney and other rivals.

Mario Kart Tour Now Available to Download (and Play) on Android, iOS

Mario Kart Tour is now live to download and play on Android and iOS.

Kik Shuts Down Messaging App Amid Kin Cryptocurrency Battle With US SEC

Kik, a popular messaging app for young smartphone users, is shutting down as the company focuses on a legal battle over its cryptocurrency funding round.

Microsoft's Project xCloud Game Streaming Service Public Preview Registrations Open in Select Regions

Microsoft's bid on mobile gaming via the cloud will be in the public eye soon, at least in the US, UK, and South Korea.

Gmail Dark Theme Now Rolling Out on Android and iOS

Google has begun the rollout of dark theme in the Gmail app for Android and iOS.

YouTube Creators Hit by Massive Wave of Account Hijacks: Report

The YouTube account hacks said to be the result of hackers use phishing emails to lure victims on fake Google login pages.

Amazon Launches Initiative to Bundle Virtual Assistants on Single Device

Notable exclusions from Amazon's initiative are Google Assistant, Apple's Siri, and Samsung's Bixby.

iOS 13 and iPadOS Affected by Third-Party Keyboard Bug, Apple Warns, Says Fix Incoming

Apple is warning users that there is a bug in the iOS 13 and iPadOS involving third-party keyboards. The company has said that it is working on a fix and an upcoming software update will roll it out to iOS and iPadOS users.

Yahoo Mail App Gets Design Update Focussing on One-Handed Usage, Includes Various Customisations

Yahoo Mail app has been updated on both Android and iOS platforms with an all-new interface and tons of new customisations to take on the likes of Gmail and Outlook.

Apple Music for Android Update Brings Chromecast Support, Real-Time Lyrics, Dark Mode

Apple says that you’ll need an Android phone or tablet with Android 5.0 Lollipop or later, or a Chromebook that supports Android apps to use the Chromecast feature.

Spotify Adds Two New Playlists - On Repeat and Repeat Rewind - That Highlight Your Favourite Tracks

Spotify has launched two new playlists, On Repeat and Repeat Rewind - as the names suggest, the playlists resurfaces songs you've listened to and enjoyed before.

Instagram, Facebook Ban 'Miracle' Diet Posts, but That's Only a First Step

Instagram and Facebook recently announced they will block users under age 18 from seeing posts that promote certain weight loss products or cosmetic procedures.

Lyft App to Display US Ride-Hail Alternatives as Congestion Concerns Mount

Lyft said a new version of the app would be pushed to users on Tuesday.

Netflix Set for Worst Quarter Since 2012 as Competition Looms

Shares of Netflix dropped nearly 4 percent on Tuesday and were on track for their deepest quarterly decline in seven years after two analysts added to growing worries about an impending wave of competition from Walt Disney and other rivals.

Mario Kart Tour Now Available to Download (and Play) on Android, iOS

Mario Kart Tour is now live to download and play on Android and iOS.

Kik Shuts Down Messaging App Amid Kin Cryptocurrency Battle With US SEC

Kik, a popular messaging app for young smartphone users, is shutting down as the company focuses on a legal battle over its cryptocurrency funding round.

Microsoft's Project xCloud Game Streaming Service Public Preview Registrations Open in Select Regions

Microsoft's bid on mobile gaming via the cloud will be in the public eye soon, at least in the US, UK, and South Korea.

Gmail Dark Theme Now Rolling Out on Android and iOS

Google has begun the rollout of dark theme in the Gmail app for Android and iOS.

YouTube Creators Hit by Massive Wave of Account Hijacks: Report

The YouTube account hacks said to be the result of hackers use phishing emails to lure victims on fake Google login pages.

Amazon Launches Initiative to Bundle Virtual Assistants on Single Device

Notable exclusions from Amazon's initiative are Google Assistant, Apple's Siri, and Samsung's Bixby.

iOS 13 and iPadOS Affected by Third-Party Keyboard Bug, Apple Warns, Says Fix Incoming

Apple is warning users that there is a bug in the iOS 13 and iPadOS involving third-party keyboards. The company has said that it is working on a fix and an upcoming software update will roll it out to iOS and iPadOS users.

Yahoo Mail App Gets Design Update Focussing on One-Handed Usage, Includes Various Customisations

Yahoo Mail app has been updated on both Android and iOS platforms with an all-new interface and tons of new customisations to take on the likes of Gmail and Outlook.

Thursday, September 26, 2019

Google Marks Its 21st Birthday with Special Doodle Sated with Nostalgia

Friday’s Google Doodle portrays a photograph of the search engine on a computer and is dated September 27, 1998.

Samsung Finance+ Digital Lending Platform Launched in India

Samsung has partnered with New Delhi-headquartered DMI Finance to launch Samsung Finance+ in the country.

Google Play Removes 29 Malicious Apps With Over 10 Million Collective Downloads

Twenty-nine malicious apps have been discovered on Google Play Store with a collective download count of more than 10 million, said a new report by Quick Heal Security Labs on Thursday.

Samsung Finance+ Digital Lending Platform Launched in India

Samsung has partnered with New Delhi-headquartered DMI Finance to launch Samsung Finance+ in the country.

Google Play Removes 29 Malicious Apps With Over 10 Million Collective Downloads

Twenty-nine malicious apps have been discovered on Google Play Store with a collective download count of more than 10 million, said a new report by Quick Heal Security Labs on Thursday.

Samsung Finance+ Digital Lending Platform Launched in India

Samsung has partnered with New Delhi-headquartered DMI Finance to launch Samsung Finance+ in the country.

Google Play Removes 29 Malicious Apps With Over 10 Million Collective Downloads

Twenty-nine malicious apps have been discovered on Google Play Store with a collective download count of more than 10 million, said a new report by Quick Heal Security Labs on Thursday.

Apple Music for Android Update Brings Chromecast Support, Real-Time Lyrics, Dark Mode

Apple says that you’ll need an Android phone or tablet with Android 5.0 Lollipop or later, or a Chromebook that supports Android apps to use the Chromecast feature.

Spotify Adds Two New Playlists - On Repeat and Repeat Rewind - That Highlight Your Favourite Tracks

Spotify has launched two new playlists, On Repeat and Repeat Rewind - as the names suggest, the playlists resurfaces songs you've listened to and enjoyed before.

Instagram, Facebook Ban 'Miracle' Diet Posts, but That's Only a First Step

Instagram and Facebook recently announced they will block users under age 18 from seeing posts that promote certain weight loss products or cosmetic procedures.

Lyft App to Display US Ride-Hail Alternatives as Congestion Concerns Mount

Lyft said a new version of the app would be pushed to users on Tuesday.

Netflix Set for Worst Quarter Since 2012 as Competition Looms

Shares of Netflix dropped nearly 4 percent on Tuesday and were on track for their deepest quarterly decline in seven years after two analysts added to growing worries about an impending wave of competition from Walt Disney and other rivals.

Mario Kart Tour Now Available to Download (and Play) on Android, iOS

Mario Kart Tour is now live to download and play on Android and iOS.

Kik Shuts Down Messaging App Amid Kin Cryptocurrency Battle With US SEC

Kik, a popular messaging app for young smartphone users, is shutting down as the company focuses on a legal battle over its cryptocurrency funding round.

Microsoft's Project xCloud Game Streaming Service Public Preview Registrations Open in Select Regions

Microsoft's bid on mobile gaming via the cloud will be in the public eye soon, at least in the US, UK, and South Korea.

Gmail Dark Theme Now Rolling Out on Android and iOS

Google has begun the rollout of dark theme in the Gmail app for Android and iOS.

YouTube Creators Hit by Massive Wave of Account Hijacks: Report

The YouTube account hacks said to be the result of hackers use phishing emails to lure victims on fake Google login pages.

Amazon Launches Initiative to Bundle Virtual Assistants on Single Device

Notable exclusions from Amazon's initiative are Google Assistant, Apple's Siri, and Samsung's Bixby.

iOS 13 and iPadOS Affected by Third-Party Keyboard Bug, Apple Warns, Says Fix Incoming

Apple is warning users that there is a bug in the iOS 13 and iPadOS involving third-party keyboards. The company has said that it is working on a fix and an upcoming software update will roll it out to iOS and iPadOS users.

Yahoo Mail App Gets Design Update Focussing on One-Handed Usage, Includes Various Customisations

Yahoo Mail app has been updated on both Android and iOS platforms with an all-new interface and tons of new customisations to take on the likes of Gmail and Outlook.

Google Chrome 77 Gets Better Customisation via Theming, Tab Grouping on Android

Google rolled out the Chrome 77 update for Android, Windows, Linux, and iOS platforms earlier this month, and now the company has announced the latest update to the browser.

Samsung Finance+ Digital Lending Platform Launched in India

Samsung has partnered with New Delhi-headquartered DMI Finance to launch Samsung Finance+ in the country.

Google Play Removes 29 Malicious Apps With Over 10 Million Collective Downloads

Twenty-nine malicious apps have been discovered on Google Play Store with a collective download count of more than 10 million, said a new report by Quick Heal Security Labs on Thursday.

Hey Alexa, Why Do You Sound Like Samuel L. Jackson?

Amazon's Alexa devices are slated to get a new feature where users can program the AI-voice assistant to sound like Samuel Jackson.

Poison Carp Hackers Using Whatsapp Exploits on iOS, Android to Target Tibetans

Discovered by Canadian cybersecurity firm The Citizen Lab, the attack posts a one-click link to Tibetan individuals to spy, steal data and money from them.

OnePlus 7T, OnePlus TV to Launch Today in India: How to Watch Livestream

OnePlus is launching the new OnePlus 7T and OnePlus TV today and the event kicks-off at 7PM IST. m

Tinder Owner Sued for Using Fake Profiles in Ads on Match.com

The owner of Tinder and OkCupid is being sued by US regulator for seeking to draw in potential subscribers with emails from fake users expressing interest in pairing up.

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

These Amazon Smart Devices Are Not Coming to India, But we Hope They do

We can always hope, can’t we?

Amazon Alexa Gets Multilingual Mode, Set to Support Hindi and English Simultaneously in India

Amazon Alexa will receive the multilingual mode starting next month to support Hindi and English simultaneously in India, alongside supporting English and Spanish in the US and French and English in Canada.

Alexa Privacy in Focus as Amazon Unveils New Gadgets

Amazon defended the privacy features of its Alexa digital assistant -- and introduced some new tools to reassure users -- following months of debate about the practices of the technology giant and its largest competitors.

You Can Preorder Amazon’s New Echo Dot, Echo And Echo Studio Speakers in India

The Echo Dot and the Echo ship in the middle of October while the Echo Studio arrives in November.

Amazon Alexa Gets Samuel L. Jackson, Other Celebrity Voices

Samuel L. Jackson and other celebrities will voice speech for the Amazon’s virtual assistant Alexa, one of a range of new features designed to attract more users to the service.

Apple Music Adds Chromecast Support on Android, as Battles With Spotify Continue

Apple Music also adds the dark mode, live lyrics, access to live radio stations including TuneIn, Radio.com, and iHeartRadio.

An Amazon Exec Was Promoting Echo Buds on Live TV While Wearing Apple AirPods

But to be fair, it could very well be that the producers of the TV show got Dave Limp to wear the AirPods, to hear their commands during the broadcast.

Instagram Will Soon Get a Dark Mode on Android, And it Will be Brilliant

While Google and Apple are already have updated most of their apps, third-party app developers are still trying to catch up.

Amazon is Working on Facial Recognition Regulations, Confirms Jeff Bezos

Amazon's facial recognition software recently had difficulty identifying the gender of darker-skinned individuals, leading to fears of unjust arrests.

EXCLUSIVE | Fujifilm X-A7 Entry-Level Mirrorless Camera to Launch in India in October

Fujifilm’s Arun Babu stated that the upcoming X-A7 is aimed at video bloggers looking for 4K video recording at an affordable price.

Gmail is Getting The Dark Theme if You Are on Android 10 and iOS 11 or Newer

Google has updated Gmail, Google Play, Google Photos, Google Calendar and Files by Google, to support the dark theme on Android 10.

Dish TV to Launch Android Set-Top Box in Bid to Counter Jio Fiber

Dish TV India is planning to launch Android set-top boxes in the next few weeks responding to the changing scenario in entertainment space, a top company official said.

Opera Mini Browser Introduces Offline File Transfer Feature

Opera has added a new file sharing feature to the Opera Mini browser that allows users to share files offline.

Nintendo's Mario Takes Driving Seat in Race for Mobile Hit

Mario Kart Tour will feature gameplay familiar to long-time Nintendo fans but with controls optimised for mobile devices.

Uber Receives Just a Two-Month London Licence With New Safety Conditions

Uber on Tuesday received only a two-month London operating licence, failing to secure a maximum five-year term in a battle with the regulator.

Twitter Unveils New Pinned List Feature for iOS Users

The new Twitter for iOS feature also lets users swipe between the five lists directly from the home screen.

Amazon Echo Show's New Show and Tell Feature to Help Visually Challenged

Amazon on Monday added a feature enabling its Echo Show smart screens to recognise household pantry items as part of an effort intended to help the visually challenged.

Google Will Start Transcribing Audio Recordings Again

Google is restarting a practice in which human contractors listen to and transcribe some voice commands people give.

Google Play Pass App and Game Subscription Service Launched to Take on Apple Arcade

Google Play Pass will cost $5 a month and give subscribers access to 350 games and apps.

Qualcomm Confirmed to Officially Resume Trade with Huawei

In August, President Trump's administration granted Huawei a 90-day extension on its temporary trade license, to continue its trade with US companies.

Apple tvOS 13 Roll-Out Begins: Multi-User Support, New Home Screen, Gaming Controller Support and More

The new tvOS 13 update brings a host of new features including support for Sony's DualShock 4 and Xbox wireless controllers.

Instagram, Facebook Ban 'Miracle' Diet Posts, but That's Only a First Step

Instagram and Facebook recently announced they will block users under age 18 from seeing posts that promote certain weight loss products or cosmetic procedures.

Essential Confirms New Smartphone is in the Works, Could Run on Snapdragon 730

The second smartphone to hit the market from Android Creator Andy Rubin's firm Essential could be a Snapdragon 730 powered AI-Phone running Android Q.

Lyft App to Display US Ride-Hail Alternatives as Congestion Concerns Mount

Lyft said a new version of the app would be pushed to users on Tuesday.

Ahead of 2020 US Elections, Facebook Exempts Politicians from Fact-Checking and Censorship

Facebook said that it will neither censor nor send statements, ads or any other content shared by politicians to its third-party fact-checkers.

Netflix Set for Worst Quarter Since 2012 as Competition Looms

Shares of Netflix dropped nearly 4 percent on Tuesday and were on track for their deepest quarterly decline in seven years after two analysts added to growing worries about an impending wave of competition from Walt Disney and other rivals.

Mario Kart Tour Now Available to Download (and Play) on Android, iOS

Mario Kart Tour is now live to download and play on Android and iOS.

Understanding Drones: They Can Do Photography, Keep Hobbyists Happy And Also Spy

Larger drones are used for military tasks globally, including surveillance as well as for spying on enemies—though no one would ever admit that.

Xiaomi Redmi 8A With Snapdragon 439, 5,000mAh Battery Launched in India

The new Redmi 8A features a massive 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging as well as a USB Type-C port.

OnePlus 7T Will Launch With Android 10 Right Out-of-the Box

The new OnePlus 7T will offer Android 10 features like high-level privacy controls, intuitive actions, location controls, gesture navigation, and a new dark theme.

Kik Shuts Down Messaging App Amid Kin Cryptocurrency Battle With US SEC

Kik, a popular messaging app for young smartphone users, is shutting down as the company focuses on a legal battle over its cryptocurrency funding round.

Microsoft's Project xCloud Game Streaming Service Public Preview Registrations Open in Select Regions

Microsoft's bid on mobile gaming via the cloud will be in the public eye soon, at least in the US, UK, and South Korea.

Amazon Wants to Make All Voice Assistants Work on Every Smart Device

Apple's Siri, Google Assistant, and Samsung's Bixby are not part of Amazon's Voice Interoperability Initiative.

There Are 900 Million Computing Devices That Are Running Windows 10

Microsoft's Windows 10 powers a range of devices, from desktops and laptops to the Xbox and niche devices like the Surface Hub and Microsoft’s HoloLens as well.

YouTube Creators Hit by Massive Wave of Account Hijacks: Report

The YouTube account hacks said to be the result of hackers use phishing emails to lure victims on fake Google login pages.

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

Apple iPadOS Review: A Completely New Direction For The iPad at Home And Work

First things first, can your iPad run the new iPadOS? All iPads since the iPad Air 2 can run the iPadOS.

Gmail Dark Theme Now Rolling Out on Android and iOS

Google has begun the rollout of dark theme in the Gmail app for Android and iOS.

Samsung 43.7MP ISOCELL Slim GH Image Sensor For Phones Has Really Small Pixels

Samsung's new 43.7-megapixel ISOCELL Slim GH chip measures under 0.5mm and might be seen on phones early next year.

Amazon Launches Initiative to Bundle Virtual Assistants on Single Device

Notable exclusions from Amazon's initiative are Google Assistant, Apple's Siri, and Samsung's Bixby.

iOS 13 and iPadOS Affected by Third-Party Keyboard Bug, Apple Warns, Says Fix Incoming

Apple is warning users that there is a bug in the iOS 13 and iPadOS involving third-party keyboards. The company has said that it is working on a fix and an upcoming software update will roll it out to iOS and iPadOS users.

A Couple’s Nest Smart Home Was Taken Over by Hackers, And Vulgar Music Was Involved

Google has responded to these reports and the company is putting the onus on the consumers to keep their networks and account credentials secure.