Slack Is Down! Company Says DNS Issue, Fix May Take Up To 24 Hours To Reach All Users

Slack has said that it may take up to 24 hours for the fix to reach all users as it is a DNS-related issue.

Busy Schedule? Here's How You Can Add Reminders On Google Calendar

It is important to note that you can't expect to use the Reminder functionality at any point on a past date.

Instagram Content of Kim Kardashian, Other Celebrities Linked to Negative Feelings, Shows Facebook Research

Instagram of celebrities including Kim Kardashian, Justin Bieber, and Charli D'Amelio may cause their followers to experience more negative feelings about their self-image, according to internal Facebook research reported by the Wall Street Journal.

Facebook Research Shows Company Knew of Instagram Harm to Teens, Say US Senators

Facebook at a US senate hearing on Thursday was accused of concealing the negative findings about Instagram and demanded a commitment from the company to make changes.

Zoom, Five9 to Terminate Nearly $15 Billion Deal After Shareholder Vote

Zoom’s acquisition of Five9 in a $14.7 billion deal was called off after Five9 shareholders voted it down in a major blow to Zoom's plan to expand its offerings following its pandemic boom.

iPhone Touch Giving Issues? iOS 15 Users Reporting Touch Problems After Update

Apple has promised to release a software update to address many issues that users are reporting with iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 devices.

Celebrity Instagram Content Linked To Negative Feelings, Facebook Researchers Say

The Facebook researchers found that seeing more celebrity content in the Instagram feed was associated with more negative comparison.

CoWIN Now Allows You To Download International Travel Certificate: How To Download

The travel certificate will mention the date of birth, doses taken, vaccine name, type, manufacturer, number and dates of doses in the year, month and date, dose batch numbers, and will mention that the certificate is compliant with WHO-DDCC:VS data dictionary.

Motorola Edge 20 Pro to Launch in India Today at Noon: What to Expect

Globally, the Motorola Edge 20 Pro carries a price tag of EUR 699.99 (approx Rs 60,600) for the 12GB + 256GB storage and has two colour options.

Netflix India October 2021 Releases: The Office, Little Things Season 4, and More

The Office (US), Little Things season 4, Sivaji, Army of Thieves, Locke & Key season 2, Call My Agent: Bollywood, Seinfeld, The Guilty, Maya and the Three, The Conjuring, Fight Club, Forrest Gump, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, The Twilight Saga — the biggest movie and TV show releases on Netflix India in October 2021.

Facebook May Face Heavy Fine in Russia Over Banned Content, Says Regulator

Facebook has been warned by Russian regulator that it may face a heavy fine if it fails to delete what Moscow says is illegal.

Apple Now Lets Users Rate its Native Apps Like Music, Podcasts on App Store

Apple's most popular app Apple Music currently has 3.6 stars (out of five) from 309 ratings, while Apple Podcasts has received two stars from 160 ratings.

Apple Now Lets You Rate and Review Built-in iOS Apps on App Store

Apple has silently lifted the restriction to rate and review Apple’s built-in aps for iPhone and iPads since the release of iOS 15. Surprisingly, the Podcast app currently fares the worst with just a 2.0 rating. Reviews are largely complaints from users miffed about the redesign.

Under Criticism, Facebook To Highlight Own Positive Research on Instagram and Teens

Facebook has been under fire after the Wall Street Journal reported internal documents showed that the social media company was aware that Instagram harmed the mental health of young users.

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale: These OnePlus Phones and Buds Will Get Discount

Starting with the flagship OnePlus 9 Pro 5G, the smartphone will retail at a starting price of Rs 57,999 for the base 8GB RAM + 128GB storage. The phone comes in Morning Mist, Pine Green, and Stellar Black colours.

Vivo X70 Series With 50MP Gimbal Camera, 120Hz Display Launched in India

Priced at Rs 79,990 (12GB RAM + 256GB), Vivo X70 Pro+ will go on sale starting October 12. The Vivo X70 Pro will go on sale beginning October 7.

Google Maps Brings Wildfires and Tree Coverage Insights, New Address Maker App

Google Maps has introduced three new features that will help users understand wildfires, track tree canopy, and get to locations without proper addresses. With the Address Maker app, people can create unique, functioning addresses from an Android app free of cost.

Facebook Launches Creator Education Programme in India To Help Creators Grow

Speaking at the 2021 edition of 'Creator Day India', Instagram Head Adam Mosseri said India is among the fastest growing markets for the photo sharing and short video platform.

Garena Free Fire Redeem Codes for September 30: Use These Codes to Get Rewards

Here we list some of the Free Fire redeem codes or the FF redeem code on Garena Free Fire for today (September 30) that can be used without any cost.

Moto Tab G20 Tablet With 8-inch HD Display Launched in India, Priced at Rs 10,999

Since the Moto Tab G20 will be available during the Flipkart Big Billion Days sale event, customers can enjoy bank offers with ICICI and Axis bank cards.

Google Pixel 6, 6 Pro Prices and Colour Options Leaked Ahead of Official Launch

The new report also claims the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will at least have "Carbon" black and "Fog" green colour options.

Over 10 Million Android Users Affected by New Grifthorse Malware, but What Is It?

Some of the Android apps infected with GriftHorse malware include Handy Translator Pro, Heart Rate and Pulse Tracker, and My Chat Translator. Users in India are also affected.

Google Meet Live Translation Feature Goes Live in Beta for Select Paid Tiers

Google Live Translation feature that converts live speech into captions has rolled out in beta for select Google Workspace paid plans.

Facebook to Highlight Its Positive Research on Instagram and Teens Following Criticism

Facebook plans to highlight during a US Senate hearing what it argues were more positive impacts of Instagram after criticism over internal data showed the app affected mental health of teenagers.

The Book of Boba Fett Release Date Set for December 29 on Disney+ and Disney+ Hotstar

The Book of Boba Fett — the next Star Wars live-action series — will premiere December 29 on Disney+ and Disney+ Hotstar in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. The Book of Boba Fett reportedly has eight episodes, and acts as The Mandalorian season 2.5.

Google Unveils New Visual Search Method That Combines Both Images and Texts

The new search feature will arrive within months through its Google Lens, Google said in its livestreamed Search On conference.

iPhone SE 2020 Available for as Low as Rs 18,000 on Flipkart: Here’s How

The Apple iPhone SE comes with a 4.7-inch Retina HD display and remains one of the rare compact smartphones in this day and age.

YouTube Goes Beyond COVID-19 Misinformation to Block All Anti-Vaccine Content

YouTube said on Wednesday that it will block all anti-vaccine content moving beyond just removing misinformation related to COVID-19.

Best TWS Earbuds You Can Buy Under Rs 5,000 in India in September 2021

Jabra Elite Active 65t, Realme Buds Air 2, and more - here are five TWS earbuds under Rs 5,000 you can check out.

Dune, Shiddat, Rashmi Rocket, and More: October Guide to Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, and Prime Video

Venom: Let There Be Carnage, Shiddat, Dune, Little Things 4, Rashmi Rocket, Sardar Udham, Army of Thieves, Dybbuk, The Guilty, Succession season 3, Invasion TV series, Maya and the Three, Insecure season 5 — the biggest movies and TV shows in October 2021 on Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Zee5, HBO Max, Voot Select, and the cinemas.

Facebook To Highlight Positive Instagram Impact On Teens In Senate Hearing -testimony

Facebook Inc plans to highlight internal research that shows teenage girls felt better after using its Instagram app during a Senate hearing to be held on Thursday, according to the company's prepared testimony seen by Reuters.

How Investing App Groww Witnessed Over 200 Percent Growth in First-Time Investors in COVID-Hit 2020

With startup culture thriving in India and the need for ‘going local’ becoming increasingly popular, we take a look at all the hottest tech startups grabbing headlines in the country. Gadgets 360 talks to Neeraj Singh, co-founder and CTO at Groww to know about the company’s history, growth, and future plans. We also talk to experts to understand what this startu...

Amazon's Latest Multiplayer Online Game 'New World' Soars at Release

New World" takes place on the imaginary island of Aeternum, which players from a civilization akin to the mid-18th century West must conquer.

Top 15 Features on Gmail You Need to Use to Improve Productivity

With the wider adoption of Android phones globally, Gmail is a convenient service while setting up smartphones and even social media platforms.

Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE With Snapdragon 778G SoC, 90Hz Display Launched in India

Coming to the pricing, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE has two storage variants of 6GB RAM + 128GB at Rs 26,999 and 8GB RAM + 128GB at Rs 28,999.

China Says Governance Rules for Algorithms Coming in Next 3 Years

China's cyberspace watchdog says it will set up governance rules for algorithms in the next three years, as Beijing seeks to tighten its grip on the algorithms technology companies use to attract users.

TikTok Says It Has Over 1 Billion Active Users In Just Four Years After Launch

TikTok has gained more than 300 million users since July 2020, the last time the company had reported user numbers.

How to Verify If Your COVID-19 Vaccine Certificate Is Genuine Or Not

Both CoWIN and Aarogya Setu are equally crucial to book vaccine slots and download certificates for proof, in India.

Can Apple's Child Safety Feature Backfire? New Research Shows 'Risky' Impacts

Apple announced on August 5, 2021 that it plans to introduce new child safety features in three areas

Flipkart Big Billion Days: Motorola Edge 20 Fusion, G60 and G40 to Get Discount

Motorola notes that sale offers are subject to change at the "sole discretion of Flipkart." Some stock may get sold out soon at the Big Billion Days sale.

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G With Triple Cameras, Introductory Price Offer Launched in India

Customers will be able to buy the Samsung Galaxy F42 5G at a special introductory price of Rs 17,999 for 6GB RAM + 128GB storage.

Reliance Retail Offering 20% Cashback With Jio Plans: Step-By-Step Guide On How To Avail Offer

The cashback will be credited to a user’s account as JioMart points and can be used across Reliance Retail offerings.

Reliance Retail Is Offering 20% Cashback Across Offerings With Jio Recharge Plans: All You Need To Know

The cashback will be credited to a user’s account as JioMart points and can be used across Reliance Retail offerings.

CNN Quits Facebook in Australia Citing Defamation Risk from Public Comments on Posts

CNN has announced that it has stopped posting articles on Australian Facebook pages, citing a court ruling that says publishers are liable for defamation in public comments. The news organisation said Facebook refused to help it disable comments in posts.

Microsoft Store Opens the Door to Epic, Amazon and Other Third-Party App Stores

Microsoft is again leading the industry forward with Windows, now an open platform with an open store, Epic Games Chief Executive Officer Tim Sweeney said.

'Astro' is Amazon's New Wall-E Inspired Home Robot, But What Does it Exactly Do?

Astro will cost $1,449.99 (approx Rs 1,07,500), but it will be available for an introductory price of $999.99 (approx Rs 74,200).

YouTube Deletes Russian State-Backed RT's German Language Channels Over COVID-19 Misinformation

YouTube has deleted Russian state-backed broadcaster RT's German language channels, saying it had breached its COVID-19 misinformation policy.

Microsoft to Allow Epic Games, Amazon Storefronts on Its App Store

Microsoft has announced that it will allow Epic Games, Amazon, and other third-party developers to integrate their app stores into the technology giant's marketplace.

Fitbit Charge 5 Sale Goes Live in India. Fitbit Premium to Get New Updates Soon

Fitbit Charge 5 will be available in three colour options- Steel Blue/Platinum Stainless Steel, Lunar White/ Soft Gold Stainless Steel and Black/ Graphite Stainless Steel.

iPhone 13 Deliveries Delayed As COVID-19 Hits Vietnam Suppliers

The disruption, which could ease as soon as mid-October, is linked to a constriction in supplies of modules for the phone's four models - iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max.

A Cute Home Robot, A Flying Drone Camera, More: Everything Amazon Announced Last Night

During the event, the tech giant showcased some of its latest hardware in tech, including a home robot named Astro, new Echo and Ring products, among other new things.

Canada Regulator Seeks Information From Public On Rogers-Shaw Deal

A Canadian regulator on Tuesday asked for information from the public on telecom company Rogers Communications Inc's planned C$20 billion ($16 billion) purchase of Shaw Communications Inc to check for competition concerns.

Micron Sees Dip In Chip Demand As PC Makers Face Parts Shortages

Micron Technology Inc forecast currentquarter revenue below analysts' expectations and warned that shipments for its memory chips were set to dip in the near term as its customers making personal computers face shortages of other parts.

Chipmaker Micron Forecasts Tepid Revenue On Production Woes

Micron Technology Inc on Tuesday forecast firstquarter revenue below Wall Street expectations, as shortages in chipmaking materials appeared to be catching up with the memory chip maker, sending its shares down about 5% in extended trading.

Social Media Firms Must Do More to Stop Advertising 'Dodgy Financial Promotions': UK Watchdog

Social media firms must do more to stop advertising "dodgy financial promotions" that fuel a surge in fraud or face action, Britain's Financial Conduct Authority said.

Amazon, Flipkart Sales Coming: Best Noise Cancelling Headphones In Indian Market

With the Amazon Great Indian Festival and Flipkart Big Billion Days sales coming up, let us take a look at some of the best noise cancellation headphones.

Indian Smartphone Buyers Willing to Spend More for Their Next Phone: Flipkart Survey

Flipkart’s market statistics from its ‘most essential survey’ state that while 5G and fast charging are key metrics considered by users, high refresh rate displays take a back seat.

Google Apps, Services Like Gmail, YouTube Won't Work On These Android Phones Anymore

Some of the affected devices include the Samsung Galaxy S2, Sony Xperia P, HTC Velocity, HTC Evo 4G, Sony Xperia S, Lenovo K800, and more.

Samsung Galaxy M52 5G Launched In India At Rs 29,999: Here's How To Get It For Rs 23,300

The Samsung Galaxy M52 5G sports a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED+ display with 1,080x 2,400 pixels (Full-HD+ resolution) and 120Hz refresh rate.

The Hasselblad-XPan mode in the latest OnePlus 9 series OTA is a great way to introduce a new generation to the charms and thrills of film photography

OnePlus recently released an OTA for the OnePlus 9 series that introduced a new XPan mode.

WhatsApp Testing to Expand Multi-Device Feature to Secondary Android, iOS Devices: Report

WhatsApp is found to be working on expanding its multi-device feature to let users access a single WhatsApp account on multiple mobile devices based on Android and iOS. WhatsApp is also spotted updating voice messages with a feature to seek audio clips before sending them. References about the placement of WhatsApp message reactions have also been spotted.

How To Find Your Lost Android Phone Using Google's 'Find My Device'

To track your phone via this feature, two things have to be enabled - the feature itself and Google’s Location Services. Along with this, the phone has to be turned on and it has to be signed in to a Google account.

Reliance Jio Is Offering 20% Cashback With Few Recharge Packs: Here's How To Avail

Reliance Jio recently introduced new prepaid plans that include one year of free Disney+ Hotstar Mobile subscription.

Netflix Reveals Total Viewership Hours for Top 10 Original Series and Movies

Bridgerton had 625 million hours of viewing in the first four weeks after release. Money Heist season 4 and Stranger Things 3 had repeat viewing, Netflix data for total viewership hours of top 10 original series and movies shows.

Flipkart Big Billion Days 2021: Best Deals On Smart TVs During Flipkart Flagship Sale

The Flipkart Big Billion Days sale will start on Sunday, October 3 and will go on till October 10.

UPI Transactions to Grow at 22 Percent CAGR, Reach 6.2 Lakh Crore by 2025: RBIH

Rajesh Bansal, chief executive of the Reserve Bank Innovation Hub, highlighted opportunities of growth for the FinTech sector in India, and underlined key areas that require innovation.

Google TV Remote With Better Interface Launched to Replace Android TV Remote App: Reports

Google is reportedly removing the Android TV remote app from the Google Play store following the arrival of the Google TV app remote. The Android TV remote app is visible in the Google Play store only for those users who had previously downloaded it. The Google TV remote app was announced on September 23.

Australia Takes on Google's Online Advertising Dominance, Calls for Data Shakeout

Australia's antitrust watchdog said it wants the power to curb Google's use of Internet data to sell targeted ads, saying the Big Tech firm dominated the market to the point of harming publishers, advertisers, and consumers.

In Photos: Chip On India's Shoulder - India, Taiwan To Ink Deal to Set Up Chip Plant?

TSMC, the company that may set up the plant in the mega-deal, invests heavily in cutting-edge chip factories (known as fabs).

TikTok Hits 1 Billion Monthly Active Users Globally, Company Says Brazil, Europe, US Biggest Markets

TikTok hit 1 billion monthly active users globally this summer, the company said, marking a 45 percent jump since July 2020.

Facebook to Invest $50 Million to Build the 'Metaverse' in Responsible Manner

Facebook will invest $50 million (roughly Rs. 370 crores) to partner with organisations to responsibly build the so-called metaverse — a digital world where people can use different devices to move and communicate in a virtual environment.

iPhone 13: Here's Why You May Have To Wait Longer To Get Hands On Latest Apple iPhone

Analysts at JP Morgan and Credit Suisse said customers across the world who had pre-ordered the new models online would have to wait more than four weeks for the iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max and about 2 weeks for the base iPhone 13.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Says Failed TikTok Deal 'Strangest Thing I've Worked On'

Microsoft's near-acquisition of TikTok last year was the "strangest thing I've ever worked on," Chief Executive Officer Satya Nadella said.

iPhone 13 Face ID Won't Work If You Get A Non-Apple Screen Replacement

Apple has been in a tussle regarding the Right to Repair law and has been resisting it ever since the movement shifted from vehicle manufacturers to electrical appliances and devices.

Instagram Puts Hold On Separate App For Kids After Widespread Criticism

Instagram said in a blog post that building Instagram Kids was the right thing to do, but that it was pausing the work and would continue building on its parental supervision tools.

Samsung Galaxy M52 5G to Launch in India Today at Noon: Expected Price, Specs

The Samsung Galaxy M52 5G could be priced above Rs 25,000 in India. Samsung already sells Galaxy M42 5G and Galaxy M32 5G in the country.

Ford, SK To Invest $11.4 Billion To Add Electric F-150 Plant, Three Battery Factories

Ford Motor Co and its Korean battery partner SK Innovation will invest $11.4 billion to build an electric F150 assembly plant, and three battery plants in the United States, accelerating the No. 2 U.S. automaker's push into electric vehicles.

Tech Wrap: Signal Restores Service After Outage, Xiaomi Launches 'Civi' Smartphone

Xiaomi launched new Civi phone and Oppo unveiled Oppo F19s for the India market. Here's what happened in the world of technology today, September 27, 2021.

Instagram Kids App for Children Under 13 Paused After Criticism

Instagram Kids, a version of the popular image-sharing app designed

Tired of the Native Windows 10 Theme and Wallpaper? Pro Tips to Personalise Your PC

To help you shape your digital experience, we bring you some useful tips to personalise your Windows device.

Oppo F19s, Oppo Enco Buds Launched In India: Prices, Specifications And More

The Oppo F19s is priced at Rs 19,990 for the sole 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant.

Dazzling devices and gilded finishes await! Light up new beginnings this festive season with OPPO

The festive season is a time for friends and family, yes, but it's also a time for celebration.

Signal Back Up And Running At '100%' After Widespread Outage

It is not known how big the outage was in India, since Downdetector only shows US outages for Signal, but several users on Twitter said that they are experiencing issues with the secure messaging app.

Smartphones May Soon Be Able To Detect Cannabis Intoxication, Study Suggests

Authors for the study include faculty from Stevens Institute of Technology, Stanford University, Carnegie Mellon University, University of Tokyo, Japan, and University of Washington, Seattle.

Realme GT Master Edition Will Get Rs 5,000 Off at Flipkart Big Billion Days

Realme GT Master Edition's 8GB RAM + 128GB storage option will retail at Rs 22,999. The top variant of 8GB RAM + 256GB variant will be available at Rs 24,999.

Zoom Update Adds Option to Stop Incoming Video in Meetings: How to Use

Zoom is bringing a new ‘stop incoming video’ feature that allows a user to block other people's video feeds in a meeting or webinar. Apart from that, Zoom has introduced rich text formatting in chat along with many security enhancements.

Here's How to Block All Incoming Calls On Android Phones

While Android has in-built features that help you block unwanted calls, the Play Store on Android phones offers a lot of apps that can help you with call blocking.

Xiaomi Working With Expert To Prove Its Phones Do Not Come With Censorship Features

Xiaomi did not specify which third-party organisation it was engaging to conduct the assessment.

iQoo Z5 5G With 120Hz Display, Triple Cameras Launched in India

The iQoo Z5 5G's price in India starts at Rs 23,990 for the base 8GB RAM + 128GB model and goes up to Rs 26,990 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage version.

Xiaomi Civi Launched With 120Hz Display, Snapdragon 778G SoC: Price, Specs & More

There is a triple rear camera on the Xiaomi Civi that includes a 64-megapixel primary shooter, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide angle shooter, and a 2-megapixel shooter.

Twitter's New Update Makes Videos Less Pixelated, Another Safety Feature Incoming

Twitter says it removed a pre-processing step to improve the video quality on the platform.

How To Connect Your Apple AirPods To A Windows 10 Or Windows 11 PC

Once you have successfully paired your AirPods with the Windows 11 PC, the device will remember it.

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale: All Upcoming Deals On TVs During Amazon Sale

Dates for the Amazon Great Indian Festival sale 2021 were recently changed to prepone the event by a day. It will now start on October 3.

Oppo K9 Pro 5G With Dimensity 1200 SoC Launched, Price Starts at Around Rs 25,000

The Oppo K9 Pro 5G price in China starts at CNY 2,199 (around Rs 25,100) for the base 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model and goes up to CNY 2,699 (roughly Rs 30,800).

Messaging App Signal Is Down Due To Hosting Outage; Company Working On A Fix

Last time Signal faced an outage was back in July this year.

Google Cuts Revenue It Shares From Sales On Its Cloud Marketplace

This comes after earlier this year, Google cut the service fee it charges developers on its Play store by half on the first $1 million they earn in revenue in a year.

Oppo F19s, Oppo Enco Buds India Launch Today: Expected Price, Specifications & More

The Oppo F19s is rumoured to come with a 6.43-inch full HD+ AMOLED display with a 20:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, the smartphone is said to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 SoC paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.

Got A New iPhone 13? How to Transfer Data From Your Old iPhone to iPhone13

Now, Apple has devised a number of solutions, including iTunes (Finder), iCloud, Quick Start, and iPhone migration for devices functioning on iOS 12.4 and above.

WhatsApp Will Stop Working On These Android and iOS Devices By End Of 2021: Full List

While these devices are nearing the end of support for WhatsApp, it does not mean that the app will stop working the moment its November 1.

How to Recover Deleted Files From Google Drive

Google Drive users can recover deleted files from trash folder. Users need to go the trash folder, choose the file they want to recover, and click on Restore. Only files that are owned by the user can be restored. If the file is not owned by the user, they will need to contact the owner to restore it.

China Welcomes Huawei Executive Home, Trudeau Hugs Canadians Freed by Beijing

CFO Meng Wanzhou, the daughter of Huawei Technologies founder Ren Zhengfei, was allowed to go home after reaching an agreement with US prosecutors.

How to Get Notifications From Your Android Phone or iPhone on Windows or Mac PC

In this article, we are detailing how you can get your phone notifications on a Windows or Mac PC. There are steps that you can follow to get notifications from your Android phone or iPhone directly on a Windows or Mac PC.

WhatsApp Is Expected To Roll Out These New Features In The Coming Weeks

WhatsApp is bringing several new features to the platform. Here are some of the most anticipated features that the Facebook-owned messaging app will soon get.

How to Enable Chrome Dark Mode on Android, iPhone, Windows, Mac

Chrome Dark mode can be enabled on Android, iPhone, Windows, or Mac by following simple steps. Here’s how.

Online Games That Involve Betting, Wagering Could Be Banned by Karnataka; Worrying Booming Industry

The state of Karnataka, home to India's Silicon Valley, has proposed a ban on online games involving betting and wagering, sparking concerns that growing state regulations could hit the nascent but booming sector.

Twitter Appointed Officers in Compliance With New IT Rules, Centre Tells Delhi High Court

Twitter has appointed Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), Resident Grievance Officer (RGO), and Nodal Contact Person in compliance with the new IT Rules, the centre has informed the Delhi High Court.

Chinese Gaming Firms Vow Self-Regulation, Possible Use of Facial Recognition Amid Crackdown on Teen Addiction

Over 200 Chinese gaming companies have pledged to regulate their industry to combat gaming addiction, including through the possible use of facial recognition to identify minors, a state-backed gaming association said on Friday.

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2021 Announced, Beginning October 4 as Month-Long Event

Amazon Great Indian Festival sale 2021 will begin October 4, the US e-commerce giant announced. The festive season sale will be available as early access to Amazon Prime members in the country. Amazon rival Flipkart earlier this week announced that it is hosting its Big Billion Days 2021 sale starting October 7.

Uber to Roll Out Pension Plans for UK Drivers

Uber said it would start rolling out its pension plan to all eligible drivers in the United Kingdom, months after the ride-hailing service granted workers' rights to its drivers in the country.

WhatsApp Working on Cashback Feature for Payments Push, Multiple Features for Group Chats in the Works

WhatsApp is reportedly working on multiple features for group chats including group icon editor, and group info redesign. The company is also reportedly working on a cashback feature for users to encourage them to use WhatsApp Payments more.

Google Said to Offer Settlement for EU Antitrust Probe Into Digital Advertising

Google is seeking to settle an EU antitrust investigation into its digital advertising business, a person familiar with the matter said, a move that could help it stave off a disruptive, lengthy probe and a possible hefty fine.

Zero-Day Hacking Attacks Set New Record In 2021: MIT Technology Review

A report by MIT Technology Review, based on the data collected from multiple sources, said at least 66 zero-days have been found in use in 2021, which is almost double the number of such attacks recorded last year. It blamed government-backed hackers for the rapid rise in such attacks.

Prime Video Channels Bundling Service Launched by Amazon for Video Streaming Apps in India

Amazon launched Prime Video Channels bundling option in India for global and local streaming services, in a move aimed at boosting subscriptions.

Google Says Disabled People Can Now Use Android Phones With Face Gestures

Using a raised eyebrow or smile, people with speech or physical disabilities can now operate their Android-powered smartphones hands-free, Google said.

Clubhouse Launches 'Wave' Feature to Let Users Invite Friends for Private Chats

Clubhouse has launched a feature to let users virtually wave at friends inside its audio-only chat app to show they are open to a private chat, in a move to expand beyond public rooms that can have thousands of listeners.

Foundation Review: Apple TV+ Asimov Adaptation Far From ‘Game of Thrones in Space’

Foundation review: Apple TV+ series adaptation of Isaac Asimov’s books makes some much-needed changes and additions, but it doesn’t quite know where to go from there. Foundation release date is September 24 on Apple TV+.

The Witcher Season 3: Netflix, Lauren Schmidt Hissirch Announce Renewal at TUDUM

The Witcher season 3 is a go. On Saturday at the online-only Netflix TUDUM event, The Witcher head writer and showrunner Lauren Schmidt Hissrich announced that the Henry Cavill-led epic fantasy series will return for a third season.

The Witcher: Blood Origin First Look Takes Us Behind the Scenes of Witcher Prequel Series

The Witcher: Blood Origin behind-the-scenes first look has arrived at Netflix TUDUM. The Witcher: Blood Origin release date to be in 2022 on Netflix. Sophia Brown, Michelle Yeoh lead The Witcher: Blood Origin cast.

The Witcher Season 2 Clips Bring Back Henry Cavill’s Geralt of Rivia

The Witcher season 2 has debuted two new clips. The Witcher season 2 release date is December 17 on Netflix. Henry Cavill, Freya Allan lead The Witcher season 2 cast.

Army of Thieves Trailer Sets Up Netflix’s Army of the Dead Prequel Movie

Army of Thieves trailer has pulled in at Netflix TUDUM. Army of Thieves release date is October 29 on Netflix. Army of Thieves is the prequel to Zack Snyder’s Army of the Dead.

Stranger Things 4 Teaser Trailer Introduces the Creel House

Stranger Things 4 teaser trailer has spooked in at Netflix TUDUM. It introduces the newest locale, the Creel House. Stranger Things 4 release date to be in 2022 on Netflix.

TUDUM Netflix India Round-Up: Little Things, Aranyak, Khufiya, Finding Anamika, and More

Dhamaka promo, Little Things season 4 trailer, Minnal Murali and Heeramandi featurettes, Aranyak teaser, Khufiya and Finding Anamika first looks — the biggest news and reveals from Netflix’s TUDUM: India Spotlight event.

TUDUM Netflix Trailers, First Looks, and the Biggest Announcements

Money Heist season 5 volume 2, The Witcher season 2, Cobra Kai season 4, Stranger Things 4, Bridgerton season 2, Emily in Paris season 2, The Sandman, Murder Mystery 2, Army of Thieves, Enola Holmes 2 — the biggest trailers, announcements, and first looks from TUDUM Netflix event.

Tech Wrap: Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Renders Out; Snoop Dogg Reveals He's An NFT Whale

Here are some of the main events that took place today in the tech world.

Snoop Dogg Reveals He Is An NFT Whale; Has A Collection Of Over $17 Million

Nine items from Snoop Dogg's NFT collection from the Ethereum blockchain-based CryptoPunks are said to be the most valuable.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Renders Show Slot For S-Pen; Is Galaxy Note Really Over?

Not much is known about the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. Samsung is said to launch the next series of flagships in early 2022.

TUDUM Netflix: Time, Cast, Schedule, and How to Watch

Netflix’s TUDUM fan event is on Saturday, September 25. Pre-shows begin 5:30pm IST, TUDUM India Spotlight is at 9pm IST, and the main TUDUM event is at 9:30pm IST. Find the full TUDUM schedule within. You can watch TUDUM on Netflix’s YouTube, Twitter, Twitch, and Facebook channels.

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2021: All You Need To Know About Smartphone Deals

The festive season is right upon us and Amazon and Flipkart have announced their flagship sales for the year. Amazon's Great Indian Festival 2021 sale will start on October 4, the company revealed earlier this week.

Best Sports Games to Play on iPhones and iPads with Apple Arcade, feat. NBA 2K21

Apple Arcade has a one of a kind smartphone gaming experience, and comes with a number of super interesting sports games to play. Here are our picks.

Google CEO Sought to Keep Google Chrome Incognito Mode Issues Out of Spotlight: Lawsuit

Users last June alleged in a lawsuit that Google unlawfully tracked their Internet use when they were browsing Incognito in its Chrome browser

MacBook Pro M1X Models Display Resolutions Leaked In MacOS Monterey Code

The display resolution for the upcoming MacBook Pro models were spotted in the code of the latest MacOS Monterey beta.

Slow Wi-Fi? Follow These Steps To Make Your Wi-Fi Connection Faster

At times, it so happens that people have signed up for a decent speed connection, but can not get the optimal speed on their devices.

How To Block Unwanted FaceTime Calls And iMessages On Apple's Mac Computers

Although applications like Messages and FaceTime make our lives easy with their seamless communicating options, there are some unwanted contacts or spammers that we do not want on them.

How To Easily Change Your Windows 11 Wallpaper

Windows 11 is under the Beta phase right now and will get a lot of new features that include the Start menu, Microsoft Teams update and the ability to download and run Android apps via Windows PC.

iPhone Battery: How To Know Exact Battery Cycle Count On iPhone, Check Battery Health

If you have enabled insights in your iPhone, your device keeps track of your battery cycles in the form of logs.

How To Lock Your Facebook Profile On Android And iPhone

A locked Facebook profile means users cannot enlarge, share, or download full-size profiles or covers once they are locked.

iPhone 13 Cinematic Mode Making Video Files Too Big? How To Compress Videos on iPhone

Users can download Video Compress for free on the Apple App Store. The app will allow you to shrink the file size of videos to make them smaller.

Lithuania Looks to Ban 'Untrustworthy' Phones After Chinese Censorship Concerns

Lithuania's Defence Ministry is drafting legislation to ban state institutions from purchasing "untrustworthy" equipment, after finding a censoring feature in a Chinese smartphone company's flagship phone, Margiris Abukevicius, deputy minister at the Defence Ministry said.

Apple CEO Tim Cook Not Happy With Employees Leaking Company Info, Leaked Email Shows

Apple has been working to hunt down people who leak the company's confidential information, before it is officially made live by the company itself.

Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro May Have The Most Advanced Camera on A Pixel: Report

Google Pixel 6 series including the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will come with major improvements in the camera department. Take a look at what all the company has in store for us.

EU Wants Type-C Ports On All Devices, Motivation For Apple To Make Portless iPhone?

Apple introduced MagSafe last year with the iPhone 12 series. MagSafe uses magnets to make wireless charging quicker and more efficient.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai Sought to Keep Incognito Mode Issues Out of Spotlight, Lawsuit Alleges

Google CEO Sundar Pichai in 2019 was warned that describing the company's Incognito browsing mode as "private" was problematic, yet it stayed the course because he did not want the feature "under the spotlight," according to a new court filing.

Google Accuses India's Antitrust Regulator Of Being A 'Habitual Offender'

Google declined to comment after the hearing, while the CCI did not immediate respond to a request for comment.

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2021 Announced, Beginning October 4 as Month-Long Event

Amazon Great Indian Festival sale 2021 will begin October 4, the US e-commerce giant announced. The festive season sale will be available as early access to Amazon Prime members in the country. Amazon rival Flipkart earlier this week announced that it is hosting its Big Billion Days 2021 sale starting October 7.

Uber to Roll Out Pension Plans for UK Drivers

Uber said it would start rolling out its pension plan to all eligible drivers in the United Kingdom, months after the ride-hailing service granted workers' rights to its drivers in the country.

Xiaomi Civi Phone's Design Revealed Ahead of Official Launch on September 27

As per a poster on the Chinese social media platform Weibo, the smartphone comes in a Blue-Golden finish with triple cameras at the back.

Redmi 9 Activ Launched In India Silently: Check Price, Specifications and More

In terms of specifications, the Redmi 9 Activ comes with a 6.53-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch and is powered by a MediaTek Helio processor. Find out more in the story below.

Dating App 'Happn' Will Soon Let Users Add Audio Note to Profile

Another feature coming to Happn is 'audio call' to let users talk to each other directly from the app.

Like Google Pay, WhatsApp Will Also Offer Users Cashback Coupons On UPI Payments

WhatsApp launched UPI-based payments back in early 2018, but the feature remained in beta for about a couple of years later till WhatsApp got all the necessary approvals. WhatsApp payments was rolled out for all users last year.

WhatsApp Working on Cashback Feature for Payments Push, Multiple Features for Group Chats in the Works

WhatsApp is reportedly working on multiple features for group chats including group icon editor, and group info redesign. The company is also reportedly working on a cashback feature for users to encourage them to use WhatsApp Payments more.

Google Said to Offer Settlement for EU Antitrust Probe Into Digital Advertising

Google is seeking to settle an EU antitrust investigation into its digital advertising business, a person familiar with the matter said, a move that could help it stave off a disruptive, lengthy probe and a possible hefty fine.

Apple Keeps Fortnite Banned From App Store Despite South Korean Ruling Against Giant

Apple removed "Fortnite" from its store last year after Epic introduced direct payment in the app, bypassing the tech giant's own system.

Amazon Prime Video Gets 'Channels' That Brings Content From Other OTT Platforms

Prime Video users can enjoy content from OTT platforms, like Discovery+, Lionsgate Play, DocuBay, Eros Now, MUBI, HoiChoi, ManoramaMAX, and ShortsTV.

Zero-Day Hacking Attacks Set New Record In 2021: MIT Technology Review

A report by MIT Technology Review, based on the data collected from multiple sources, said at least 66 zero-days have been found in use in 2021, which is almost double the number of such attacks recorded last year. It blamed government-backed hackers for the rapid rise in such attacks.

Prime Video Channels Bundling Service Launched by Amazon for Video Streaming Apps in India

Amazon launched Prime Video Channels bundling option in India for global and local streaming services, in a move aimed at boosting subscriptions.

Facebook's Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Mike Schroepfer To Step Down

Schroepfer, who is known as "Schrep" and spent 13 years at Facebook, said he would transition to a part-time role as the company's first Senior Fellow sometime next year.

Twitter Will Now Allow Users to Tip Their Favourite Creators With Bitcoin

The product announcements are part of Twitter's effort to compete with rival platforms like Facebook and Alphabet Inc's YouTube for popular content creators with large followings.

In Major Setback to Apple, EU Proposes Universal Type-C Charger For All Devices

Apple's iPhone and Android users have long complained about having to use different chargers for their phones.

Google Says Disabled People Can Now Use Android Phones With Face Gestures

Using a raised eyebrow or smile, people with speech or physical disabilities can now operate their Android-powered smartphones hands-free, Google said.

Clubhouse Launches 'Wave' Feature to Let Users Invite Friends for Private Chats

Clubhouse has launched a feature to let users virtually wave at friends inside its audio-only chat app to show they are open to a private chat, in a move to expand beyond public rooms that can have thousands of listeners.

iPhone 13 Sales Begin: Here's How To Get Over Rs 46,000 Off On Latest Apple iPhones

Apple’s trade-in deal on the iPhone 13 series allows users to avail up to a Rs 46,120 discount on the iPhone 13 series.

Realme Narzo 50 Series, Band 2, Smart TV Launch Today: How To Watch, What To Expect

The Realme products will launch in India at 12:30PM IST today. The company is expected to launch two smartphones, one fitness tracker, and a smart TV.

Apple iPhone 13 Series Goes On Sale Today: How to Buy, Prices, Offers & Specifications

The Apple iPhone 13 series starts at a price of Rs 69,900 for the smallest iPhone 13 Mini (128GB variant).

Foundation Review: Apple TV+ Asimov Adaptation Far From ‘Game of Thrones in Space’

Foundation review: Apple TV+ series adaptation of Isaac Asimov’s books makes some much-needed changes and additions, but it doesn’t quite know where to go from there. Foundation release date is September 24 on Apple TV+.

Uber To Roll Out Pension Plans For UK Drivers

Uber Technologies said it would start rolling out its pension plan to all eligible drivers in the United Kingdom, months after the ridehailing service granted workers' rights to its drivers in the country.

Twitter Adds Recording and Replay to Spaces, Expands Tipping Worldwide, Adds Bitcoin Tips

Twitter on Thursday expanded its tipping feature to users around the world, and allowed them to tip others on the platform using Bitcoin. Twitter is also updating Spaces with recording and replay options for audio conversations. It also announced updates towards customised controls and content moderation-centric options.

Facebook Ordered by US Court to Release Records of Anti-Rohingya Content for Genocide Case

Facebook has been ordered by a US federal judge to release records of accounts connected to anti-Rohingya violence in Myanmar that the social media giant had shut down, rejecting its argument about protecting privacy as "rich with irony."

Looking for Free Microsoft Excel Alternatives? Try These Substitutes

In case you do not want to move away from the Microsoft Office apps that include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Note, Outlook, and Cloud storage, users can buy the plan via the Microsoft India site.

SoftBank-Backed Oyo Said to File for $1.2 Billion IPO Next Week

Oyo is expected to file for an initial public offering (IPO) next week to raise around $1 billion (roughly Rs 7,380 crores), as per a source.

Oppo F19s With 33W Fast Charging to Launch in India on September 27

Oppo will also launch Oppo Reno 6 Pro 5G 'Diwali Edition' and a Blue colour variant of the Oppo Enco Buds true wireless stereo (TWS) earphones soon.

Apple To Pay Bonuses of up to $1,000 To Store Employees

New employees for the holiday shopping season will receive $200 and bonuses will also be handed out to AppleCare and online sales staff.

Minnal Murali Release Date Set for December 24 on Netflix, First Look Out Now

Minnal Murali release date is Christmas Eve December 24 on Netflix. Minnal Murali first look shows Tovino Thomas’ early superhero get-up.

Twitter Is Working to Fix Disappearing Tweets Issue: All You Need to Know

Twitter users would reportedly face an issue where they would lose a tweet they were reading while the timeline got updated automatically. Twitter via the support page on Thursday announced that they are working to resolve this hassle and are expected to release updates in the next two months to fix the issue.

Xiaomi Says Its Devices Do Not Censor Users Following Lithuania Report

Xiaomi said that its devices do not censor users' communications, a day after Lithuania's Defence Ministry recommended that consumers avoid Chinese phones due to a censoring feature in the smartphone giant's flagship phone.

Apple to Pay One-Time Bonuses of Up to $1,000 to Store Employees: Report

Apple will pay one-time bonuses of as much as $1,000 (roughly Rs. 73,710) to store employees next month, Bloomberg News reported citing people familiar with the matter.

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G With 64MP Main Camera to Launch in India on September 29

The Galaxy F42 5G will be Samsung's fifth smartphone in Galaxy F-series in 2021 and the first 5G smartphone in the F-series portfolio to launch in India.

Apple Blocks Epic's 'Fortnite' From App Store Until All Court Appeals End

Apple facing a raft of other legal and regulatory challenges to rules it forces game makers to follow, including the closely watched antitrust lawsuit brought by Epic Games.

Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio, Pro 8 and Go 3 Launched: All You Need to Know

India-specific pricing and exact availability details of Surface Laptop Studio, Surface Pro 8, and Microsoft Surface Go 3 remain unclear at the moment.

Facebook CTO Mike Schroepfer to Step Down, Will Become Company's First Senior Fellow in 2022

Facebook executive Mike Schroepfer said that he was stepping down as the company's chief technology officer.

Facebook Warns It Is 'Underreporting' iOS Advertising Results Amid Apple Privacy Changes

Facebook said it is underreporting the results of its advertising business on iOS devices, acknowledging that recent privacy changes from Apple have made it more expensive and difficult for brands to advertise on Facebook.

Microsoft Surface Duo 2 Foldable With Triple Cameras, Snapdragon 888 SoC Official

Apart from Surface Duo 2, Microsoft also launched a new Surface Laptop Studio, Surface Go 3, and Surface Pro 8 at the Microsoft Event 2021 last night.

Unicorns Unacademy, Udaan, CRED Top 2021 LinkedIn Top Startups India List

Others in the top 10 include upGrad (4th), Razorpay (5th), Meesho (6th), Skyroot Aerospace (7th), boAt (8th), Urban Company (9th) and Agnikul Cosmos (10th).

Apple Bars Epic's Fortnite barred From App Store Until All Court Appeals End

Apple has blacklisted Fortnite from the App Store for several years until all the court appeals are done, Epic Games Chief Executive Officer Tim Sweeney said.

How To Start Kids Mode on Microsoft Edge for Safe Internet Experience for Children

Kids Mode on Edge enables Bing SafeSearch and limits access to 70 popular kids websites (the list is customisable).

Gmail Gets Search Filters, Google App Now Has Option to Turn Off Personalised Search Results for Android Users

Gmail for Android is getting filters to easily locate emails. Separately, the Google app on Android is gaining the option to control ‘personal results’ for Google Search.

WhatsApp Testing a Feature on Android, iOS to Let You Report Specific Messages, Instead of Entire Chats

WhatsApp is testing a new feature to let users report specific messages on the platform. This will be an extension to the existing report option, and is currently available to some beta testers on Android and iOS.

Google Meet for Web Gets Automatic Brightness Feature to Improve Visibility During Video Calls

Google Meet has introduced a brightness adjustment feature to its Web version following the introduction of low-light mode on mobile last year. The video-calling app can now detect when the user is underexposed due to poor lighting and then increase the brightness automatically on their device.

Netflix Offers Free Mobile Plan in Kenya to Entice New Subscribers

Netflix is offering a free mobile plan with about one-quarter of its TV shows and movies in Kenya, a strategy aimed at sparking growth in a key African market.

Twitter Agrees to Pay Over $800 Million to Settle Lawsuit Accusing It of Misleading Investors

Twitter has agreed to pay $809.5 (roughly Rs. 5,960 crores) million to settle a class-action lawsuit that accuses it of deceiving investors about how often people used its platform.

OnePlus, Oppo To Launch Unified Operating System In 2022; No OnePlus 9T This Year

In his post, the OnePlus CEO also talked about what the company has been working on in the hardware department. He said that OnePlus is "doubling down" on its commitment to improving the camera on OnePlus smartphones.

Slack Rolls Out Clips Feature That Allows Users to Record and Send Short Video, Audio Messages

Slack is rolling out a video and audio messaging tool that lets users send short recordings to their colleagues on the platform. Along with Clips, Slack has announced plans to expand Slack Connect to make it easier for businesses to collaborate with external parties. The communications company has also announced GovSlack, a Slack version that will run in a government-...

Apple Users Can Now Add COVID-19 Vaccination Status Card to Wallet With Latest iOS 15 Update

Apple Wallet is all set to allow users to add verifiable COVID-19 vaccination cards to the app as part of iOS 15 update. The iOS 15.1 beta lets users upload their vaccination status to the Health app, which in turn creates a vaccination card in Apple Wallet.

Redmi Smart TV Series With Dolby Audio, Android TV 11 Launched in India

The 32-inch Redmi Smart TV model's price in India starts at Rs 15,999, and the 43-inch model costs Rs 25,999.

Amazon is Offering iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max Combo Deals With AirPods Pro And More

The iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max are for grabs, where Amazon is offering the Apple AirPods Pro with the phones at no additional cost.

Apple, Google Raise New Concerns by Yanking Russian App

The app in question, called Smart Voting, was a tool for organising opposition to Russia President Vladimir Putin ahead of elections held over the weekend.

Facebook Wraps Up Deals With Australian Media Firms, TV Broadcaster SBS Excluded

Facebook has told Australian publishers it has stopped negotiating licensing deals, an email to the industry seen by Reuters showed, a move which came just six months after the passing of a law designed to make tech giants pay for news content.

Car Missing An Infotainment System? Here’s How You Can Still Equip It With Android Auto, Apple CarPlay

Concepts like Car-as-a-platform (CAAP) are driving auto giants to load their vehicles with the latest technologies and devices.

Motorola Edge 20 Pro's India Launch Teased, Flipkart Tips Debut on October 1

The Motorola Edge 20 Pro global edition carries a price tag of EUR 699.99 (approx Rs 60,600) for lone 12GB + 256GB storage and has two colour options.

Is Fall Season The Best Time To Buy A New Smartphone In India? Here's What We Think

The festive season that starts from October is not only exciting for the customers but for the manufacturers too, who align the launch of their product accordingly.

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Standard, Signature Edition Edition Launched in India

The standard Kindle Paperwhite costs Rs 13,999, and the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition carries a price tag of 17,999.

Lithuania Asks Citizens To Throw Away Chinese Phones Due To Censorship Concerns

Lithuania's Defense Ministry recommended that consumers avoid buying Chinese mobile phones and advised people to throw away the ones they have now after a government report found the devices had built-in censorship capabilities.

No More Apologies: Inside Facebook’s Push to Defend Its Image

The effort, which was hatched at an internal meeting in January, had a specific purpose: to use Facebook’s News Feed, the site’s most important digital real estate, to show people positive stories about the social network.

Facebook Oversight Board Seeks Clarity on XCheck Review System for High-Profile Users

Facebook's independent Oversight Board said it has asked the social networking giant to provide clarity on the system it uses to review content decisions relating to some high-profile users.

Shang-Chi Disney+ Hotstar Release Date Set for November 12

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings will release Friday, November 12 on Disney+ and Disney+ Hotstar, as part of Disney+ Day global celebrations. Jungle Cruise out November 12 on Disney+ Hotstar. Marvel and Star Wars specials also debut on Disney+ Day.

Facebook Says It Spent Over $13 Billion on Safety, Security Since 2016

Facebook said on Tuesday it has invested more than $13 billion (roughly Rs. 95,830 crores) in safety and security measures since 2016, days after a newspaper reported the company had failed to fix "the platform's ill effects" researchers had identified.

Facebook Portal Go, Portal+ Announced; Portal for Business Introduced in US

Facebook on Tuesday announced two new models of its Portal video calling devices, including its first portable version. The social media company also said it was testing with several US companies a service for businesses to remotely manage Portal work accounts and devices.

Apple iPhone May Diagnose Depression, Early Signs Of Alzheimer's In Future: Report

The Wall Street Journal report says that this is in a very early stage, and may not even see the light of the day.

Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale Dates Announced: Get Ready To Spend Starting October 7

Flipkart is offering a 10 percent instant discount on purchases made during the Big Billion Days sale via Axis Bank and ICICI Bank cards.

How Foundation’s New Emperor Cleon Clones — Dawn, Day, and Dusk — Came to Be

Foundation star Lee Pace and creator David S. Goyer talk about the Emperor Cleon clones — Dawn, Day, and Dusk — that rule the galaxy in the Apple TV+ series. How they came to be, why Pace was inspired by Romans, Incas and Haile Selassie. Foundation release date is September 24 on Apple TV+.

Cambridge Analytica Shows Asimov’s Psychohistory Is Possible, Says Foundation Star Jared Harris

Foundation star Jared Harris notes similarities between Hari Seldon and his Chernobyl character Valery Legasov, and how Cambridge Analytica shows us why Seldon’s psychohistory theory is possible. Foundation release date is September 24 on Apple TV+.

Fastrack Reflex 3.0 Review: Basic Fitness Tracker That Bets On Limited Functionality

The Fastrack Reflex 3.0 is the most basic fitness tracker you can buy.

Inside Foundation, the Apple TV+ Sci-Fi Series That Makes Asimov’s Books Richer in Every Way

Foundation creator David S. Goyer, and stars Jared Harris, Lee Pace, Leah Harvey, and Lou Llobell discuss how the new Apple TV+ sci-fi series makes Isaac Asimov’s books richer — and talk about their characters — by including a lot more women and people of colour, making it more emotional and crafting new characters, and filming on location as much as possible. F...

Ransomware Attack Encrypts South Africa’s Department of Justice, System Still Being Restored

South Africa's department of justice faced a massive ransomware attack earlier this month and it is reportedly still trying to restore its operations back to normal. The attack took place on September 6, 2021, when ransomware encrypted all the information systems provided by the department. This made all electronic services — including email and website — unavaila...

WhatsApp May Soon Let Users Send Images as Stickers on Desktop: Report

WhatsApp for Desktop is reported to receive a ‘Send Image as Sticker’ feature soon. WhatsApp for Desktop beta 2.2137.3 may get the feature, but it’s reportedly not yet made available for beta testing yet.

PUBG’s India Version BGMI 1.6 Update Brings Flora Menace Mode: How to Download on Android, iOS

Battlegrounds Mobile India update version 1.6 for Android and iOS users has been released by Krafton. It brings a new mode called ‘Flora Menace’. This new mode comes with new alien plants that pop up at different times. It’s coming to the Erangel map today.

Facebook Removes German Anti-COVID Restrictions Group Over 'Social Harm'

Facebook has removed a network of accounts linked to an anti-COVID restrictions movement in Germany as it announced a new crackdown on coordinated campaigns of real users that cause harm on and off its platforms.

Microsoft Office 2021 Release Date Set for October 5, to Come Alongside Windows 11

Microsoft Office 2021 release date is set for October 5, the Redmond company has announced. Microsoft has also made its Office Long Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) generally available for Windows and macOS users. The release date of Office 2021 is the same as Windows 11.

Facebook Cracks Down on Real-User Networks Over Harmful Activities

Facebook is taking a more aggressive approach to shut down coordinated groups of real-user accounts engaging in certain harmful activities on its platform, using the same strategy its security teams take against campaigns using fake accounts.

Best 5G Smartphones You Can Buy Under Rs 30,000 in India in September 2021

Brands like Xiaomi, Realme, and more are not only offering 5G, but their phones come bundled with other impressive hardware.

Facebook Rolls Out New Messaging, Business Tools for Brands With Aim to Become Online Shopping Destination

Facebook said it is rolling out new ways for businesses to find and chat with potential customers on its apps, as it seeks to become an online shopping destination.

Game Approvals Said to Be Slowed by China to Enforce Tough New Rules

China is reportedly reviewing new games to ensure they meet stricter criteria for content and protection of children.

Facial Recognition Software Trialled by Australia to Police COVID-19 Pandemic Rules

Australia's two most populous states are trialling facial recognition software that lets police check people are home during COVID-19 quarantine, expanding trials that have sparked controversy to the vast majority of the country's population.

Microsoft Employees Saw 10 Percent Increase in Average Workweek During Pandemic, Study Reveals

The coronavirus-induced pandemic forced the world to adapt to a new normal and organisations across the globe transitioned to a work-from-home setup. While this allowed for people to work from the safety and comforts of their homes, a study revealed that remote work has its fair share of pitfalls too. To determine its effects and long-term consequences, a substantial ...

Fitbit Rolling Out 'Snore & Noise Detect' Feature for Sense, Versa 3 Smartwatches: How to Enable

Fitbit Sense, Fitbit Versa 3 are receiving a new snore and noise detection feature. The feature is designed to help users learn about the noises at night that may be reducing their sleep quality. The new feature is limited to Premium subscribers only, as per the report.

PUBG: New State Receives More Than 40 Million Pre-Registrations on Android and iOS

PUBG: New State has received more than 40 million pre-registrations on Android and iOS devices. The battle royale game has recently finished its second alpha testing and its release date will be announced in October. The game is slated to release later this year.

Battlegrounds Mobile India Details Measures Against Illegal Activities; Bans Over 140,000 Accounts in a Week

Battlegrounds Mobile India has announced some strict countermeasures for illegal programs and activities running in the game. Krafton has also announced that players can conduct routine repairs to remove any wanted data or programs that may lead to their accounts getting banned. The developer has also banned close to 140,000 accounts in the week beginning September 3.

Big Tech's Little Mergers Draw More US Antitrust Scrutiny

US Federal Trade Commission staff presented data on small acquisitions by five big technology companies, and the agency scrapped guidelines on vertical mergers which combine a company with a supplier — both steps indicating plans to be tougher on deals.

DoorDash Sues New York City Over Customer Data Law, Second Lawsuit in Week

DoorDash sued New York City over a new law requiring food delivery companies to share customer data with restaurants, saying it violates customer privacy and lets restaurants compete unfairly.

Discord Raises $500 Million in New Funding, Now Reportedly Valued at $15 Billion

Discord has raised $500 million (roughly Rs. 3,680 cores) in a new funding round led by investment firm Dragoneer Investment Group, a company spokesperson said.

Robinhood Testing Crypto Wallet, Cryptocurrency Transfer Features- Bloomberg News

Robinhood Markets Inc is testing new crypto wallet and cryptocurrency transfer features for its app which would allow customers to send and receive digital currencies such as bitcoin, Bloomberg News reported on Monday.

Cryptocurrencies Post 5th Straight Week Of Inflows -CoinShares

Cryptocurrency investment products and funds saw inflows for a fifth consecutive week as market sentiment on the sector continued to improve, data from digital asset manager CoinShares showed on Monday.

Cryptocurrencies Post 5th Straight Week Of Inflows -CoinShares

Cryptocurrency investment products and funds saw inflows for a fifth consecutive week as market sentiment on the sector continued to improve, data from digital asset manager CoinShares showed on Monday.

WD Launches Pocket-Sized Elements SE External SSD With Up to 2TB Storage in India

The WD Elements SE External SSD's price in India starts at Rs 6,499 for the 480GB capacity drive and goes up to Rs 19,659 for the 2TB variant.

Apple AirPods 3, New MacBook Pro Models Still Expected In 2021; AirPods Pro 2 in 2022?

The next-generation AirPods have been rumoured to release on multiple occasions, but haven't still made an official appearance.

'God Mode' on Windows OS Will Let You Access All Utility Tools: How to Use

God Mode on Windows essentially brings all Control Panel tools into one neat folder that could be arranged as per users' preferences.

Locked Out of Your Windows 10 PC? Here's How You Can Revive Your Computer

Even if you have forgotten the login information of a particular account, you will still be able to access Windows 10 through other accounts.

Google Pixel Fold With LTPO OLED Display Tipped to Launch Later This Year

Earlier, it was reported that Google's parent Alphabet is developing the Google Pixel Fold under the codename 'passport.'

Google Turns 23: Online Store Offering Special Offer On Pixel 6 To Mark Birthday

The banner informs about a 24-hour long sale that will start on September 27. While regular discounts will be part o this offer, what has attracted everyone's attention is the “Buy & subscribe to get an offer on the upcoming Pixel 6" message for the customers.

Amazon India Now Lets Customers Shop in Bengali, Marathi; Announces Hindi Voice Shopping Experience

Amazon on Monday expanded its Indian language support by adding Bengali and Marathi as two new languages for customers to shop on its e-commerce site. Amazon also announced the addition of Hindi to its voice-based shopping experience.

Tata Sky Binge Users Can Now Enjoy Content from Epic On and DocuBay

Tata Sky Binge already aggregates content from popular destinations, like Disney+ Hotstar Premium, ZEE5, Sony Liv, Voot Select, SunNxt, and Hungama Play.

iOS 15 Rollout Today: Here's How To Download, All Compatible iPhones And New Features

iOS 15 will start rolling out to iPhone users at 10:30PM IST onwards. Apple announced the iOS 15 launch date during the iPhone 13 launch last week.

MIUI 13 Leaked Screenshots Hint At Floating Widgets, New Icons: May Launch Late 2021

The Xiaomi MIUI 13 is expected to be unveiled alongside the Xiaomi 12 series - the company's next generation of flagship smartphones.

Samsung Galaxy M52 5G With 120Hz Display to Launch in India on September 28

The Samsung Galaxy M52 5G will house a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778 chipset, 64-megapixel primary rear camera, and a 32-megapixel front camera.

Here Are Few Tricks to Make Your Android 11 Smartphone More Useful

For a bad time when you could lose your phone, keep your Find Device setting on.

Sennheiser IE100 Pro Review: These IEMs Are More For You, Than You’d Imagine

The Sennheiser IE100 Pro’s versatility means you can use these are wired or wireless depending on how you want to use them, and IEMs by definition are tuned for audio purists.

Facebook India Appoints Former IAS Officer Rajiv Aggarwal as Head of Public Policy

Facebook India said it has appointed ex-IAS officer and former Uber executive Rajiv Aggarwal as the Director of Public Policy.

Telegram Users Can Now Record Livestreams, New Update Brings Chat Themes, More

Telegram has released a new update for its app on iOS and Android that allows users to set different themes for individual chats, a new set of interactive emoji with fullscreen effects, and detailed read receipts in group chats. The update also lets users record video and audio from live broadcasts.

Clubhouse Testing New Way of Inviting People to Audio Chatroom Called 'Waves'

After Waves was spotted by the reverse engineer, Clubhouse also announced the arrival of "a new feature."

Facebook India Appoints Former IAS Officer Rajiv Aggarwal As Head Of Public Policy

Rajiv Aggarwal succeeds Ankhi Das, who quit in October last year after she was embroiled in a controversy for opposing enforcement of hate-speech rules against right-wing leaders in the country.

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2021 Announcement Sets Stage For E-Commerce Battle

The dates for the Amazon Great Indian Festival sale have not been announced yet, but it is expected to start some time in October.

Amazon Shuts 3,000 Online Stores Backed by 600 Chinese Brands to Fight Fake Reviews: Report

Amazon has reportedly cracked down on 600 Chinese brands on its platform. The world's largest e-commerce company reportedly said on Friday that it had closed about 3,000 merchant accounts that were backed by these brands.

Emmy Winners 2021: The Crown Sweeps the Night, Tied With The Queen’s Gambit Overall

Netflix swept the 2021 Emmys with 43 trophies, thanks to 11 apiece for The Queen’s Gambit, and The Crown, which swept its categories on main night: best drama series, best lead actress (Olivia Colman), best lead actor (Josh O’Connor), best supporting actress (Gillian Anderson), best supporting actor (Tobias Menzies), best directing and best writing. Ted Lasso and ...

iQoo Z5 Coming To India? Amazon Teaser Hints It May Be Coming Soon: Expected Specs

The iQOO Z5 smartphone will be launched in China on September 23 and is said to come to India soon after.

Facebook Says Wall Street Journal Allegations Are 'Mischaracterisations,' Confer 'False Motives'

Facebook slammed a Wall Street Journal series of articles about the social media company's platform as containing "deliberate mischaracterisations" and said the articles "conferred egregiously false motives to Facebook's leadership and employees."

UK Seeks To Break Down Digital Trade Barriers, Says Minister

Britain will look to break down digital trade barriers to help its businesses export their services, the country's newly appointed trade minister AnneMarie Trevelyan will say on Monday.

iPhone 13 Series' Battery Capacity Revealed, Any Difference Over iPhone 12 Lineup?

Fan can now pre-order iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, and the iPhone 13 Pro Max in India right now through Apple Store and partner online channels.

Govt-Backed Centre Creating Tech To Tap All Media for Broadcasting Disaster Alerts

In parallel CDOT has developed a system, called as Covid Savdhan, using the same ITU CAP technology for disseminating Covid-related information in targeted areas, in containment zones or even in wider areas.

In Photos: Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 High-Res Renders Leaked, Alleged Specs Tipped

The pricing details of the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 2021 remains unclear, and the Galaxy Tab A7 price in India starts at Rs 17,999.

Samsung Galaxy A73 Tipped to Feature 108-Megapixel Primary Camera

Samsung has been ramping up efforts to compete against Chinese smartphone makers that are dominating the budget and mid-budget smartphone markets in India and globally.

How To Stop Emails From Being Tracked on Gmail, Outlook and Apple Mail

Images on promotional emails can track you for more targeted advertisements. Here's how you can stop this on Gmail, Outlook, and Apple Mail.

How to Add Links to Your Instagram Stories

Instagram influencers or creators with over 10,000 followers are allowed to add links to their stories. The swipe-up to add link option has been replaced with link stickers. Users are advised to exercise caution before they add links to the platform.

Moto Tab 8 Tablet to Launch in India at Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale Event

The Moto Tab 8 will reportedly be a rebranded Lenovo Tab M8 FHD that is already available in India at Rs 15,999.

Vivo X70 Series Confirmed to Launch in India on September 30

Similar to other Vivo X-series smartphones, the upcoming Vivo X70 series will focus on mobile photography, its dedicated microsite teases.

TikTok's Chinese Version 'Douyin' Limits Use of App by Those Under 14

In the youth mode, under-14 users can only access the Douyin app for up to 40 minutes a day, and only between 6 AM and 10 PM.

Asics Gel-Kayano 28 Review: 28 Iterations Get You A Complete Running Shoe

The Asics Gel-Kayano 28, priced around Rs 14,999 isn’t any more expensive than its recent predecessors, but undoubtedly plays in the more serious pricing bracket for running shoes

Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G India Price Leaked Ahead Of September 29 Launch

If there are no major changes in the phones build for the Indian market, the specifications are expected to be the same as the launched version in Europe earlier this week.

Google Search New Feature Rolling To Give Users Context About Results: How To Use

The new feature from Google gives a little bit of context of the website or links that appear in the search results in a card on the right side of the screen.

Antitrust Probe Finds Google Abused Android Dominance In India: Report

India remains a key growth market for Google. It said last year it would spend $10 billion (roughly Rs 73,695 crores) in the country over five to seven years through equity investments and tie-ups.

HP Sold Most PCs In India In Q2 2021, Samsung Records Massive 134% Growth: Canalys

The third on the list is Dell, scoring a 40 per cent annual growth and raking 12.8 per cent market share.

Apple iPhone 12 Series At Cheapest Price Ever Right Now: Best Deals on Amazon, Flipkart

The iPhone 12 (vanilla), for example, is being sold at a price of Rs 63,999 on both Amazon and Flipkart, as against the sticker price of Rs 79,900 for the 64GB storage variant.

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G vs OnePlus 9R vs Vivo X60: Which Android Phone Is The Best Buy

If you are looking to buy any of these phones here is a comparison between all their major specs:

Xiaomi Mix 4, Foldable Phone & More: Upcoming Xiaomi Smartphones In India In 2021

Mi phones are the company's general all-arounder mid-range brand, while Redmi is its cheap line.

iPhone 13 Too Expensive? Here's Where The Latest Apple iPhone Is Significantly Cheaper

While it may cost too much here, the iPhone 13 is not the most expensive in India. iPhone 13 is the most expensive in Brazil, followed by Turkey.

iOS 15 Will Roll Out on September 20, Five Best Features iPhone Users Can Enjoy

iPhone users can check iOS 15 availability manually by heading to Settings > General > Software update.

Google’s Nexus Twitter Account Resurrects To Announce Pixel 6 Launch And Mock Apple

The last tweet from the Google Nexus Twitter handle is from 2017, where the company is offering discounts on exchanging their old phone with the Google Pixel 2.

From GT Master Explorer to X9 Series, List of Realme Smartphones Coming To India Soon

The company created a lot of buzz because of its aggressive pricing and is know known for offering products loaded with features at an affordable price.

Samsung’s Foldable Phone Exclusivity Unlock With WhatsApp, Google And Microsoft

Microsoft, Google, WhatsApp And Spotify have unlocked exclusive features and user experience elements for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G foldable phone users.

How to Check Mobile Numbers Linked With Aadhaar Card on Government's TAFCOP Portal

Further tightening the safety from identity theft, the Department of Telecommunication, Government of India, has recently launched a portal where any Aadhaar holder can check SIM cards issued in their name.

WhatsApp May Soon Let Users Send Images as Stickers on Desktop: Report

WhatsApp for Desktop is reported to receive a ‘Send Image as Sticker’ feature soon. WhatsApp for Desktop beta 2.2137.3 may get the feature, but it’s reportedly not yet made available for beta testing yet.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE, Galaxy M52 & More: Samsung’s Upcoming Smartphone Launches

After introducing devices like Galaxy A52s, Galaxy M62 among others the brand is all set to impress the technology geeks with an interesting line up of M and S series galaxy phones.

Battlegrounds Mobile India Update Version 1.6 Brings Flora Menace Mode: How to Download on Android, iOS

Battlegrounds Mobile India update version 1.6 for Android and iOS users has been released by Krafton. It brings a new mode called ‘Flora Menace’. This new mode comes with new alien plants that pop up at different times. It’s coming to the Erangel map today.

India's Mobile Internet and Fixed Broadband Speeds Improved in August 2021: Ookla

India's average Mobile download speed stood at 17.96Mbps in August 2021. Its Fixed Broadband download speed last month was at 62.45Mbps.

How To Search Google For Images Using Reverse Search

Google offers reverse image search, using which, you can not only find the source of an image, but also similar images to the one you already have.

How to Delete All Promotional, Social, and Junk Mails On Gmail at Once

Every Google account starts with 15 GB of free storage, and it is shared across Google Photos, Google Drive, and Gmail.

Apple Fitness Plus Expands to More Countries, New Workout Modes Added

Launched first in the US, Canada, the UK and Australia, Fitness+ will be available in 15 more countries by the end of the year.

Realme C25Y With 50MP Main Camera Launched in India, Price Starts at Rs 10,999

The Realme C25Y's price in India starts at Rs 10,999 for the 4GB RAM + 64GB model and goes up to Rs 11,999 for the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage option.

WhatsApp Testing Feature For In-App Business Directory; Next Test Likely In India

WhatsApp said the new test would include thousands of businesses in categories like food, retail, and local services across certain São Paulo neighborhoods.

Realme Narzo 50 Series, Band 2 and Smart TV Neo to Launch in India on Sept 24

The Realme Narzo 50 series, Realme Band 2, and Realme Smart TV Neo's India launch event will start at 12:30 PM on September 24.

Facebook Removes German Anti-COVID Restrictions Group Over 'Social Harm'

Facebook has removed a network of accounts linked to an anti-COVID restrictions movement in Germany as it announced a new crackdown on coordinated campaigns of real users that cause harm on and off its platforms.

Microsoft Office 2021 Release Date Set for October 5, to Come Alongside Windows 11

Microsoft Office 2021 release date is set for October 5, the Redmond company has announced. Microsoft has also made its Office Long Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) generally available for Windows and macOS users. The release date of Office 2021 is the same as Windows 11.

Motorola MH7020 Review: Why Would You Buy A Conventional WiFi Router Now?

The Motorola MH7020 is the standalone package Mesh-Ready Wi-Fi Router, priced at Rs 7,999. It is better than standard Wi-Fi routers and has a price advantage over rival mesh systems.

Like Fake Accounts, Facebook Will Also Shut Real Accounts Engaging in Trolling: Report

An expansion of Facebook's network disruption models to affect authentic accounts raises further questions about how changes might impact types of public debate.

Facebook Cracks Down on Real-User Networks Over Harmful Activities

Facebook is taking a more aggressive approach to shut down coordinated groups of real-user accounts engaging in certain harmful activities on its platform, using the same strategy its security teams take against campaigns using fake accounts.

Facebook Rolls Out New Messaging, Business Tools for Brands With Aim to Become Online Shopping Destination

Facebook said it is rolling out new ways for businesses to find and chat with potential customers on its apps, as it seeks to become an online shopping destination.

iPhone 13 Pre-Orders Start Today: Here's How Much iPhone 13 Series Costs in India

Preorders start today and the new iPhone 13 series including the iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max go on sale on September 24.

Apple iPhone 13 Series Pre-Orders Begin Today: All Prices, Specs and How To Pre-Order

The iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Mini have dual rear cameras that include a 12-megapixel ultra-wide angle shooter and a 12-megapixel wide-angle shooter. The iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max, on the other hand, come with triple rear cameras that include 12-megapixel telephoto, wide, and ultra-wide shooters.

Top 5 Wearables For Kids: WatchOut Next Gen, Fitbit Ace 2, Boat Storm And More

Everyone has adapted to the smartwatches and fitness trackers in the recent past and in some cases, it has turned out to be quite helpful and even life-saving.

Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE India Launch On September 29: Expected Price, Specs & More

Globally, the Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G is priced at EUR 349 (roughly Rs 30,200) onwards. There is no word on how much the smartphone will cost in India.

PUBG: New State Crosses More Than 40 Million Pre-Registrations on Android, iOS

The game takes place on a new map called Troi and promises to bring futuristic weapons and vehicles like drones, deployable combat shields and more.

iPhone 13 Launched: Looking To Buy New iPhone? How To Wipe Data On Your Old iPhone

If you are one of the iPhone users who is not aware about how to delete or wipe away the stuff on your smartphone before trading in then follow these steps.

Game Approvals Said to Be Slowed by China to Enforce Tough New Rules

China is reportedly reviewing new games to ensure they meet stricter criteria for content and protection of children.

Facial Recognition Software Trialled by Australia to Police COVID-19 Pandemic Rules

Australia's two most populous states are trialling facial recognition software that lets police check people are home during COVID-19 quarantine, expanding trials that have sparked controversy to the vast majority of the country's population.

Microsoft Employees Saw 10 Percent Increase in Average Workweek During Pandemic, Study Reveals

The coronavirus-induced pandemic forced the world to adapt to a new normal and organisations across the globe transitioned to a work-from-home setup. While this allowed for people to work from the safety and comforts of their homes, a study revealed that remote work has its fair share of pitfalls too. To determine its effects and long-term consequences, a substantial ...

Xiaomi 11T, 11T Pro and Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE Launched: Price, Specifications & More

Xiaomi 11T series comes as the first smartphone series from the Chinese manufacturer after it ditched its "Mi" branding.

Fitbit Rolling Out 'Snore & Noise Detect' Feature for Sense, Versa 3 Smartwatches: How to Enable

Fitbit Sense, Fitbit Versa 3 are receiving a new snore and noise detection feature. The feature is designed to help users learn about the noises at night that may be reducing their sleep quality. The new feature is limited to Premium subscribers only, as per the report.

PUBG: New State Receives More Than 40 Million Pre-Registrations on Android and iOS

PUBG: New State has received more than 40 million pre-registrations on Android and iOS devices. The battle royale game has recently finished its second alpha testing and its release date will be announced in October. The game is slated to release later this year.

Battlegrounds Mobile India Details Measures Against Illegal Activities; Bans Over 140,000 Accounts in a Week

Battlegrounds Mobile India has announced some strict countermeasures for illegal programs and activities running in the game. Krafton has also announced that players can conduct routine repairs to remove any wanted data or programs that may lead to their accounts getting banned. The developer has also banned close to 140,000 accounts in the week beginning September 3.

Big Tech's Little Mergers Draw More US Antitrust Scrutiny

US Federal Trade Commission staff presented data on small acquisitions by five big technology companies, and the agency scrapped guidelines on vertical mergers which combine a company with a supplier — both steps indicating plans to be tougher on deals.

DoorDash Sues New York City Over Customer Data Law, Second Lawsuit in Week

DoorDash sued New York City over a new law requiring food delivery companies to share customer data with restaurants, saying it violates customer privacy and lets restaurants compete unfairly.

Apple iPhone Gets iOS 15 On This Day: Check If Your iPhone Is On The List

iPhones launched as far back as 2015, the iPhone 6s series to be precise, will be able to download and run the latest iOS 15 update—that’s a support window of 6 years

Discord Raises $500 Million in New Funding, Now Reportedly Valued at $15 Billion

Discord has raised $500 million (roughly Rs. 3,680 cores) in a new funding round led by investment firm Dragoneer Investment Group, a company spokesperson said.

Netflix’s TUDUM Event to Feature Over 145 Stars. Here’s the Official Trailer

Netflix’s TUDUM global fan event now has a trailer. Madhuri Dixit, Dwayne Johnson, and Jennifer Aniston among 145 stars to feature at TUDUM. Netflix unveils TUDUM: India Spotlight for 9pm IST on September 25.

Microsoft Is Adopting Passwordless Sign-In for All Accounts and Apps

Microsoft has announced that all Microsoft account holders can now access passwordless sign-in. They can now use Microsoft Authenticator, Windows Hello, a security key, or a verification code sent to their phone or email. Passwordless sign-in was first introduced in 2019 for Windows 10.

Buying A New Apple iPhone 13? How Much Is Your Old iPhone Or Android Phone Worth?

With Apple Trade In, when you are buying a new iPhone on the Apple India Online Store, you can choose to exchange an older iPhone or Android phone for instant credit.

WhatsApp Testing In-App Business Directory to Help Users Find Shops, Services

WhatsApp launched a new feature to make it possible to search for businesses within its app for the first time, the company said.

You Probably Didn’t Notice This About Apple iPhone 13’s India Availability

This year, the iPhone 13 series goes Live for preorders in India at the same time as 30 other countries including the US, and will go on sale later this month.

Telstra Aims To Extend 5G Coverage To 95% Of Australia By 2025

Australian telecom Telstra outlined a plan on Thursday, under which it aims to extend 5G coverage to 95% of the country by the end of 2025 and cut A$500 million ($366.85 million) in net costs.

GM Tells Bolt EV Owners Park Away From Vehicles In Decks

General Motors Co on Wednesday recommended that Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicle owners parking in decks do so on the top floor or on an open level, at least 50 feet away from other vehicles, citing potential fire risks.

Redmi Smart TV Series With Dolby Audio to Launch in India on September 22

The upcoming Redmi Smart TV series will run on Android TV 11-based PatchWall 4 out-of-the-box.

Apple Watch Series 6 vs Apple Watch Series 7: Big Screen Apple Watch Worth Upgrading?

The Apple Watch Series 6 was launched last year in 40mm and 44mm case options. Apple Watch Series 7, on the other hand, comes in 41mm and 45mm sizes.

Best 5G Smartphones You Can Buy Under Rs 25,000 in India in September 2021

Several brands like Xiaomi, OnePlus, and Realme are upgrading their smartphones with impressive hardware apart from 5G connectivity.

Snap Hires Jacqueline Beauchere as Its First Global Head of Platform Safety

Snapchat's owner has hired a longtime online safety advocate as its first global head of platform safety as the company continues to ramp up efforts around user safety and as social media firms face mounting global pressure from regulators and lawmakers.

Cyber Crime Spreads in Australia as COVID-19 Pushes More People Online

Ransomware incidents increased nearly 15 percent, with the health sector reporting the second-highest number of attacks.

New PlayStation Update To Bring Expanded Storage To PS5 Consoles: How To Expand SSD

One point users need to know before they go ahead with expanding their PS5 are that they need to make sure their console is updated to the latest firmware version.

Google Says It Offers More Than KRW 12 Trillion in Consumer Benefits in South Korea

Google said its presence in South Korea equates to nearly KRW 12 trillion won (roughly Rs. 75,580 crores) in economic benefits for its users, as the US tech giant faces increased scrutiny from regulators and politicians.

Mujjo's Gorgeous Leather Cases For Apple iPhone 13 Series Are Now On Sale

Mujjo says there are tweaks to the design which makes the case envelop your iPhone better and there is now more protection for the camera as well at the back.

WhatsApp Multi-Device Support Extended to Non-Beta Testers: Report

WhatsApp users are reportedly receiving an update that will further extend the multi-device functionality. The update now makes it possible for stable version users on Android and iOS to join the multi-device beta test. The instant messaging service has also listed out the steps on how users can join or leave the beta test.

Decoding The Apple iPhone 13 Series: There Is A Lot More Than Just Diagonal Cameras

Apple iPhone 13 series is the first time new iPhones are going on sale in India at the same time as other markets, including the US. And price points remain the same as last year's iPhone 12 series.

Apple iPhone 12 Prices Slashed Post iPhone 13 Launch; 12 Pro Models Discontinued?

Apple launched the iPhone 13 series last night, and has slashed the prices of the iPhone 12 series.

Realme Band 2 With Large Display Tipped to Launch in India in October

At the moment, the exact launch date of the Realme Band 2 remains unclear, and the company is yet to confirm the development.

iPhone 13 Pre-Orders Open Sep 17: How To Pre-Order Latest iPhone In India, All Prices

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro now gets 128GB storage in the entry spec trim and this is priced at Rs 1,19,900. The 256GB option costs Rs 1,29,900 while the 512GB storage option is priced at Rs 1,49,900.

T-Mobile Data Breach to Be Investigated by Massachusetts Attorney General

Massachusetts' attorney general said she will investigate the cyberattack against T-Mobile US that exposed personal information of more than 53 million people.

Cybercrime Spreads in Australia as COVID-19 Pushes More People Online

Australia reported a 13 percent jump in cybercrime in the past year, with about one incident in four targeting critical infrastructure and services as working from home during the pandemic made more people vulnerable to online attacks.

In Pics: The New Apple Watch Series 7 with Durable Body and Bigger Display

Apple Event: Along with the new Apple Watch Series 7, Apple also unveiled four new iPhones and new iPads during a virtual event held from California

iPhone 13 Pre-Orders Open Sep 24: How To Pre-Order Latest iPhone In India, All Prices

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro now gets 128GB storage in the entry spec trim and this is priced at Rs 1,19,900. The 256GB option costs Rs 1,29,900 while the 512GB storage option is priced at Rs 1,49,900.

TikTok's Lead EU Regulator Opens Two Data Privacy Probes

TikTok's lead data privacy regulator in the European Union has opened two inquiries into the Chinese-owned short-video platform related to the processing of children's personal data and transfers of personal data to China.

Apple Event 2021: Here's Everything Apple Launched at iPhone 13 Event; Check Price, Sale Date in India

The new addition in Apple family includes - iPad, iPad mini, Apple Watch Series 7, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max.

How Much The New Apple iPhone 13 Series Costs In India And How To Preorder

The new Apple iPhone 13 Mini, the Apple iPhone 13, Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max go on sale in India later this month.

U.S. Panel Votes To Approve $1 Billion For FTC Privacy Probes

The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee voted on Tuesday to give the Federal Trade Commission $1 billion to set up a bureau dedicated to improving data security and privacy and fighting identity theft.

Apple Event: Watch Series 7 With Sleeker Design, iPad mini with 5G Launched

Apart from Apple Watch Series 7 and AirPods 3, the company also launched iPhone 13 series at the Apple Event 2021.

iPhone 13 Series With A15 Bionic Chipset Launched at Apple Event 2021: Price, Specs

Apple Event 2021: The new iPhone 13 series includes the regular iPhone 13 alongside iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max.

Google Silently Launches New 5TB Cloud Storage Plan For Google One Users

The 5TB plan, according to a 9to5Google report, comes with the same benefits as the 2TB plan.

Amazon Is Expanding Its 'One' Palm-Scanning Tech to Sports and Music Venue

Amazon explains that fans who have enrolled with Amazon One for AXS ticketing can choose to simply scan their palm instead of their mobile ID or ticket.

OnePlus 9 RT With Snapdragon 870 SoC Tipped to Launch on October 15

The OnePlus 9 RT will reportedly offer modest upgrades over the OnePlus 9R and would be limited to select markets.

Xiaomi Smart Glasses With Round Frame, 5MP Camera and in-Built Mic Unveiled

Xiaomi Smart Glasses come with a round frame, and the device seems to take inspiration from superhero Iron Man's smart glasses 'EDITH' with a metal bar right above the nose rim.

UPI, PayNow Fast Payment Systems to Be Linked by India, Singapore

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) have announced a project to link their fast payment systems — Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and PayNow.

Zomato Co-Founder Gaurav Gupta to Exit After 6 Years

Zomato co-founder and head of supply Gaurav Gupta will be leaving the firm after six years, the company said in a blog post.

Amazon Antitrust Lawsuit Broadened by US Attorney General to Challenge Agreements With Third-Party Sellers

Amazon antitrust lawsuit has been broadened to challenge the online retailer's agreements with wholesalers as well as third-party sellers, Attorney General Karl Racine's office said.

WhatsApp Disappearing Mode Time Limit Settings Being Tested for Android Users: Report

WhatsApp for Android is reported to receive the Disappearing Mode soon. WhatsApp for Android beta version 2.21.19.7 is reportedly testing a new option to set timers for disappearing messages in the app's privacy settings.

Samsung One UI 4.0 Beta Program Launched For Galaxy S21 Series Users In Select Markets

Samsung One UI 4.0 is based on Android 12 operating system (OS) and introduces new and improved customisation and privacy capabilities.

Google Fined $177 Million for Blocking Android Customisation in South Korea

Google in a statement said it intends to appeal. It said the ruling ignores benefits offered by Android's compatibility with other programmes.

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G Gets More RAM Virtually via New System Update

The system update for the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is 250.49MB in size and also carries the August 2021 Android security patch.

The Batman ‘Penguin’ HBO Max Prequel Spin-Off Series in Development: Reports

Colin Farrell’s Oswald Cobblepot/ Penguin, from The Batman movie, will get his own HBO Max prequel spin-off series — with Lauren LeFranc as showrunner, and The Batman director Matt Reeves as executive producer. The Batman releases in March 2022.

Apple iOS 14.8 Launched: Update Your iPhone Now To Save It From This Zero-Day Exploit

Pegasus is a notable software as it bypasses Apple's BlastDoor iMessage protection that Apple put into place with the launch of iOS 14.

Realme 8i's First Sale in India Starts Today: Price, Specs and Best Deal

The newly launched Realme 8i lacks 5G but brings a 120Hz display in the budget segment that competitors like Xiaomi and Samsung are yet to offer at the same price point.

Facebook Shields Certain Celebrities, Politicians, High-Profile Users From Some of Its Rules: Report

Facebook exempts certain celebrities, politicians, and other high-profile users from some its own rules for posts as part of a program launched as a quality-control mechanism, the Wall Street Journal reported.

Battlegrounds Mobile India Update 1.6 Brings Flora Menace Mode, More

Battlegrounds Mobile India has announced its 1.6 update. It is said to bring many new features and improvements to existing features. Players will get a new Flora Menace Mode that will be available for the three maps. The new mode will also get three new features. Alongside, the update brings improvements to the map, settings, ammo, vehicles, and more. The release dat...

Google Fined KRW 207 Billion by South Korean Antitrust Agency for Abusing Market Dominance

Google was fined KRW 207 billion (roughly Rs. 1,300 crores) by South Korea’s antitrust regulator, saying the US technology giant abused its dominant market position to restrict competition in the mobile operating system market.

Hawkeye Trailer: Jeremy Renner, Hailee Steinfeld Deliver Marvel’s First Christmas Series

Hawkeye trailer introduces Hailee Steinfeld’s Kate Bishop who will learn from Jeremy Renner’s Clint Barton in new Disney+ series, out November 24 on Disney+ Hotstar in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.

iPhone 13, Apple Watch Series 7 & More: What To Expect At Apple's Event Tonight

Apple's "California Streaming" event will be streamed live on Apple's website and YouTube channel at 10:30PM IST today.

Apple Refuses to Reinstate Fortnite in App Store Despite South Korea Antitrust Law

Apple refused to reinstate Fortnite game to its South Korean App Store despite a new Seoul anti-monopoly law that effectively outlaws its lucrative digital payment platform, escalating an ongoing dispute with videogame developer Epic Games.

Apple Issues iOS 14.8 to Fix a Flaw Linked to Pegasus Spyware

Apple released iOS 14.8 to fix a weakness that can let the spyware at the heart of the Pegasus scandal infect devices without users even clicking on a malicious message or link.

Apple iPhone 13 Launch Today: How To Watch Apple's 'California Streaming' Event Live

The Apple iPhone 13 launch event will be streamed live on Apple's website and YouTube channel starting 10:30PM IST today.

Y: The Last Man Review – The Leftovers Meets Designated Survivor in Avengers: Endgame’s Post-Apocalyptic Scale

Y: The Last Man review: all male mammals are dead in this comic book adaptation — it's a bit like The Leftovers meets Designated Survivor on Avengers: Endgame’s post-apocalyptic scale — that resembles another post-apocalyptic comic book TV success, The Walking Dead. Y: The Last Man available on Disney+ Hotstar in India, and FX on Hulu in the US.

Apple AirPods 3 Launching On September 14: All We Know About Third-Generation AirPods

Third-generation Apple AirPods are said to be unveiled during the company's September 14 event where it is also expected to launch the iPhone 13 series and the Apple Watch Series 7.

Google One Quietly Introduces New 5TB Storage Plan: Report

Google One has reportedly introduced a new 5TB storage plan to bridge the gap between the current 2TB storage and 10TB storage plans. The new plan is available for $24.99 (roughly Rs. 1,840) per month or $249.99 (roughly Rs. 18,410) per year. The 5TB storage plan gets the same benefits as the 2TB storage plan — access to Google experts, option to add family, extra m...

Alipay, China's Biggest Payment App, Said to Be Target of Fresh Regulatory Scrutiny

Alipay has been ordered by Chinese regulators to undergo sweeping changes as the ruling Communist Party attempts to rein in "the unruly growth" of the tech giants. According to a Financial Times report citing a person familiar with the matter, the country’s largest payments app has been told to spinoff its profitable microloan business.

Marvel Unlimited: Get Ready To Pay For Comic Book Subscriptions With New Marvel App

Marvel Unlimited currently features more than 29,000 comics and costs $9.99 (roughly Rs 740) per month of $99 (roughly Rs 7,300) per year.

Apple Faces Investigation After Users Report Cracked Screens on M1 MacBooks

The Washington-based law firm Migiliaccio & Rathod LLP does not state that it is contemplating a class action lawsuit, and says that it is investigating reports it has received.

Xiaomi Phones, Laptops and More Will No Longer Carry Its Shortened 'Mi' Branding

Xiaomi notes that products manufactured under Redmi bradn will continue to carry the same moniker and logo.

Apple M1-Powered MacBook Users Report Screen Cracking Issue, May Attract Class Action

The Washington-based law firm Migiliaccio & Rathod LLP does not state that it is contemplating a class action lawsuit, and says that it is investigating reports it has received.

Tecno Spark 8 With Dual Rear Cameras Launched in India, Priced at Rs 7,999

The Tecno Spark 8 carries a price tag of Rs 7,999 and comes in Atlantic Blue, Turquoise Cyan, and Iris Purple colours.

OnePlus Nord 2 5G Explodes In Delhi Lawyer's Pocket In Second Such Incident: Full Story

This is similar to an issue last month, where a user in Bengaluru had reported a similar explosion issue with the OnePlus Nord 2 5G.

WhatsApp Reportedly Testing Voice Message Transcription Feature for iOS Users

WhatsApp is testing a feature to allow in-app transcription of voice messages, according to a report. The feature is currently in development on iOS, though it may reach Android users as well in the future.

Realme C25Y Tipped to Launch in India in September: What to Expect

Realme could be designing the Realme C25Y for entry-level smartphone buyers. The company is yet to share official details.

Samsung Galaxy Book Business Edition, Galaxy Book Pro Business Edition Launched

The Samsung Galaxy Book Business Edition sports a 15.6-inch full-HD LCD display and is powered by up to an 11th Generation Intel i7 processor paired with Intel Iris Xe graphics and up to 16GB of LPDDR4X RAM.

Instagram Testing 'Favourites' Option That Will Prioritise Posts on Feed

Instagram already offers users the option to create a "close friend" list where they can upload more intimate stories, viewable by only a select group of people.

Realme 8s 5G vs iQoo Z3 5G vs Poco X3 Pro: Price in India, Specs, Features Compared

The iQoo Z3 is a top pick in the sub-Rs 20,000, and the Poco X3 Pro isn't far away – can the Realme 8s 5G disrupt all of that?

Fortnite Creator Epic Games to appeal ruling in Apple Case

Analysts said the impact may depend heavily on how Apple chooses to implement the judge's decision.

Android 12 Stable Update May Roll Out To Pixel Users On This Date, Support Doc Hints

Google is also gearing up for the launch of the next generation of Pixel smartphones - Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.

Realme 4K Google TV Stick to Launch in India Soon, Flipkart Listing Reveals

We can expect the Realme 4K Google TV Stick to at least support dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and run Google TV interface.

iPhone 13 Pro Models Will Have a 1TB Storage Variant; No 64GB Model Across Lineup: Kuo

Apple's "California Streaming" event will be livestreamed on the company's website and YouTube channel on September 14, at 10:30PM IST.

Instagram Testing New Feature to Allow Users Mark People as 'Favourites'

Instagram is said to be working on a new feature that would allow users to mark other people as ‘favourites’ and have their posts land higher in your feed.

WhatsApp Testing Voice Transcription Tool To Convert Audio Messages Into Text

Apart from 'voice message transcription,' WhatsApp already offers the option to sent Voice Notes that recently got an upgrade to manage playback speeds.

OnePlus Nord 2 5G Explodes In Delhi Lawyer's Gown In Second Such Incident: Full Story

This is similar to an issue last month, where a user in Bengaluru had reported a similar explosion issue with the OnePlus Nord 2 5G.

Apple vs Epic: Fortnite Maker Appeals Ruling in Lawsuit Alleging App Store Monopoly

Fortnite maker Epic has said that it will appeal the judgement in its case against Apple for its alleged monopolistic behaviour. US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers ordered Apple to dismantle a lucrative part of the competitive barricade guarding its closely run iPhone app store, but she rejected Epic's allegations that Apple ran a monopoly.

Realme 8S 5G To Go On Sale For The First Time Today: Price, Offers, Specs & More

The Realme 8S 5G was launched last week alongside the Realme 8i and the Realme Pad tablet.

Best 5G Smartphones You Can Buy Under Rs 16,000 in India in September 2021

Although India is yet to roll out 5G commercially, smartphones brands are already adding the connectivity option.

Google One Gets New 5TB Storage Plan, Here's How Much it Costs in India

All Google One premium plans let users access Google experts, add family members for sharing, and enjoy "extra member benefits."

Koo Aims To Expand Operations, Targets 500 Employees in the Next One Year

Koo's user base touched the 1 crore mark last month and the platform has targets to reach 10 crore users over the next one year.

How To Change Background on Zoom, Google Meet and Microsoft Teams Apps

Most video calling apps now offer the option to change the background to set the right mood.

iPhone 12 Available With Big Discount Ahead of iPhone 13 Launch This Month

iPhone 12's 64GB model is currently retailing at Rs 66,999 (down from 79,900) and the 256GB option is available at Rs 81,999 (down from Rs 94,9000).

Micromax In Note 1 Pro Tipped to Launch in India End of September

Since the phone is said to be a 'Pro' model, we can expect it to come with some upgrades over the vanilla Micromax In Note 1, launched last year.

Cheapest Home Broadband Plans From Reliance JioFiber, Airtel Xstream And More

Looking for a home broadband connection? Reliance JioFiber, Airtel Xstream broadband, ACT broadband, BSNL, Tata Sky Broadband, Excitel and more ISPs are eyeing your wallet and your attention.

Facebook Asked To Clarify Data Collection Concerns With New Smart Glasses

The Italian authority said it wanted to be informed on measures Facebook has put in place to protect people occasionally filmed, in particular children, as well as on systems adopted to make data collected anonymous.

Philips Air Mask Review: You’ll Laugh At The Price Till Your Mask Makes You Breathless

A lot of folks are genuinely at extreme discomfort with breathing issues while wearing face masks during running, jogging or exercises. The Philips Air Mask wants to solve that.

Google Maps Guide: How to Turn on Speed Limit Warning

Google Maps' speed limit function shows users the speed limit of the road they're on and warns users if they're exceeding it. Google, however, advises users to check their speeds using the speedometer in their car and not rely entirely on the speedometer in Google Maps. The speed limit functionality is currently not available in all regions but if it is available in y...

Apple Ordered To Ease App Store Rules By US Judge Orders In Legal Battle Against Epic

The judge ruled that Apple can no longer bar developers from providing buttons or links in their apps that direct customers to other ways to pay outside of Apple's own in-app purchase system.

OpenAI Shuts Down Chatbot Project By Indie Developer To Prevent 'Possible Misuse'

Jason Rohrer, an artificial intelligence (AI) researcher and game designer, had created a chatbot using OpenAI's large text-generating language model GPT-3 for fun during the pandemic last year. Soon, OpenAI learned about the project and gave Rohrer the option to either dilute the project to prevent possible misuse or shut it down.

Attn iPhone Users! Your Next Bike Ride May Damage Your iPhone Camera: Here's What To Do

It is not known whether there is a specific reason that Apple posted the document at this time, but there have been a number of reports on discussion forums and social media over the years.

WhatsApp Is Bringing End-To-End Encryption To Chat Backups: Here's How It Works

The move by WhatsApp comes as several governments around the world like India are pushing the instant messaging platform to break encryption.

Apple Music Uses Shazam Tool to Identify, Compensate Artists in DJ Mixes: Report

Apple Music reportedly started using Shazam audio recognition technology to identify and compensate artists in DJ mixes. With this feature, Apple Music‌ subscribers can also see the names of individual tracks within a streamed mix on the platform.

Google Search Finally Getting Dark Theme On Desktop, Months After Announcement

Google, in its blog post, said that Search pages include the Google homepage, search results page, and Search settings, among others.

Twitch Sues Unnamed Pair for Abusing Streamers Who Aren’t White or Straight

Twitch is suing two users in US federal court, accusing them of orchestrating 'hate raids' spewing abuse at video game play streamers who are not white or straight.

Apple vs Epic: What's the Impact of the Court Ruling on In-App Payment System?

Apple was forced to loosen the grip it holds on its App Store payment system, after US judge ruled Friday in a closely watched battle with Fortnite maker Epic Games.

Yahoo Names Tinder Top Boss Jim Lanzone as CEO

Yahoo named Tinder's boss Jim Lanzone as its CEO, just days after Apollo Global Management completed its purchase of the online media company from Verizon.

Uber Eats, DoorDash, Grubhub Sue New York City Over Legislation on Commission Caps

DoorDash, Grubhub, and Uber Eats, have sued New York City over a legislation to licence food-delivery apps and to permanently cap commissions they can charge restaurants.

Apple vs Epic: Fortnite Maker’s Narrow Win in App Store Case Toughens Fight Against Google Play Rules

Android app makers suing to stop Google from siphoning up to 30 percent of their sales received little reassurance about their chances as a judge allowed a comparable fee charged by Apple to stand.

Apple vs Epic: Ruling Invites Future Efforts to Paint the iPhone Maker as Monopolist, Experts Say

Android app makers suing to stop Google from siphoning up to 30 percent of their sales received little reassurance about their chances as a judge allowed a comparable fee charged by Apple to stand.

Apple Must Allow Developers to Use Alternative Forms of In-App Purchases, US Judge Rules in Epic Case

Apple's App Store rules — some of them — were struck down by a US federal judge, forcing the company to allow developers to send their users to other payment systems in a partial win for Fortnite creator Epic Games and other app makers.

Want Disney+ Hotstar Free With Reliance Jio Prepaid? Here Is A List Of All Packs

Reliance Jio is offering the Disney+ Hotstar subscription worth Rs 499 with select prepaid mobile recharge packs for Jio users.

U.S. Lawmakers Say Decision In Apple/Epic Fight Shows Need To Update Laws

U.S. lawmakers determined to tighten antitrust laws said on Friday that a judge's decision giving only a partial victory to "Fortnite" creator Epic Games in its fight with Apple Inc was further evidence of the need for new laws to limit Big Tech.

U.S., EU Advance Talks To Protect Data Transfers- WSJ

Officials from the United States and European Union are making progress on keeping data flowing across the Atlantic, with negotiations that are important to companies like Facebook Inc and thousands of others, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday.

CoWIN launches New API 'Know Your Customer's Vaccination Status': How it Works

To provide proof of vaccination for each of these individuals, Co-WIN is already issuing a digitally verifiable certificate. This certificate can be saved on a digital device (smartphone, tablet, laptop etc), or stored in Digi Locker.

MediaTek Kompanio 900T 6nm SoC Launched For Tablets, Notebooks: All You Need to Know

There is no clarity on when the first device powered by MediaTek Kompanio 900T will be seen on a commercial device.

The Samsung Galaxy Wide 5 With 5G Connectivity, Triple Rear Cameras Launched

The Samsung Galaxy Wide 5 sports a 6.6-inch full-HD+ Infinity-V display, which is essentially a waterdrop notch. The display also has a considerable chin.

SolarWinds Hack: Wide-Ranging SEC Probe Sparks Fear in Corporate America

A US SEC investigation into the SolarWinds Russian hacking operation has dozens of corporate executives fearful information unearthed in the expanding probe will expose them to liability, according to six people familiar with the inquiry.

CoWIN KYC-VS API Introduced to Enable Vaccination Status Confirmation: All Details

The new KYC-VS API has been announced by the Indian government. Once this API is integrated into a business’ system, they can ask for an individual’s vaccination status easily. The individual will need to enter their mobile number and name. Thereafter, they will receive an OTP, which they have to enter. Once this process is complete, CoWIN will send a response to ...

Apple Rebuffs Epic Request to Restore Fortnite Developer Account in South Korea

Apple rejected a request by Fortnite creator Epic Games to restore its account on the iPhone maker's iOS platform in South Korea to add its own payment option, in their latest tussle over app development fee

Twitter Testing Labels for 'Bot Accounts' To Bring More Transparency

Twitter explains that new labels will allow users to identify "good bots from spammy ones" as it aims to bring "transparency."

Google Meet Adds Quick Settings Panel to Offer Access to Effects Before, During Video Calls: How to Use

Google Meet announced the arrival of a new settings panel for quick access to effects like background blur, background images, and styles. This quick access panel is accessible by tapping on the three-dotted option button and selecting ‘Apply visual effects’ to open the sidebar menu. It will be accessible before and during a video call.

Gran Tourismo 7, Spider-Man 2 & More: Major Announcements From PlayStation Showcase 2021

Some of the most anticipated titles that were announced include God of War: Ragnarok, GTA 5 (for PS5), Spider-Man 2, Marvel's Wolverine, new Uncharted game, Gran Tourismo 7, and more.

Vivo X70, X70 Pro and X70 Pro Plus With 120Hz Display, Zeiss Cameras Launched

the Vivo X60 Pro+ comes as the flagship and looks considerably different from its predecessors. Under the hood, it carries the flagship Snapdragon 888+ SoC.

Google to Replenish 20 Percent More Water Than It Uses by 2030

Google aims to replenish 20 percent more water than its offices and data centres use by 2030, the company said, addressing concerns about water-guzzling tech facilities amid record droughts.

Fortnite Maker Epic Games to Shut Down Houseparty Video Chat App in October

Epic Games has decided to discontinue the Houseparty social video chat app. The app that was released in 2016 has already been removed from App Store and Google Play.  Existing users can continue to use it until the service is fully shut down in October.

Apple Rebuffs Epic Request To Restore Fortnite Developer Account in South Korea

Apple-Epic battle battle pivoted to South Korea last week when its parliament approved a bill that bans major app store operators from forcing software developers to use their payment systems.

Battlegrounds Mobile India Celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi, New Missions Now Live

Two missions are also already live within Battlegrounds Mobile India, and the third one will go live on September 14.

Realme 8i vs Redmi 10 Prime vs Redmi Note 10s: Which One Should You Pick?

The Redmi Note 10s offers an AMOLED panel, 4K video recording and 33W charging, the Redmi 10 Prime offers a 90Hz display and a larger battery, and the Realme 8i offers a 120Hz display in the budget range. Which should be yours?

Facebook, Amazon Pressed on Efforts to Curb COVID-19 Vaccine Misinformation by US Congressmen

Facebook and Amazon were called on by US Democratic Representative Adam Schiff to provide a more thorough explanation of their efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 vaccine misinformation.

Facebook Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Bring Cameras, Speakers, Privacy Concerns, But No AR

While smart glasses have not yet found a footing in the commercial market, analysts say that they are part of an emerging market.

Airtel Xstream Buying Guide: Full List Of Airtel Xstream Broadband Plans

The Airtel Xstream broadband plans for home start at Rs 499 per month, while Reliance JioFiber plans start at Rs 399 per month.

One For The Future: Super Affordable JioPhone Next Is Reliance Jio’s Trump Card

Once Reliance Jio crossed 400 million users on the network last year, Jio become the first mobile operator outside of China to cross the 400 million user mark.

Realme Book Slim Review: The Making Of A New Laptop Genre Around Rs 50,000?

You will be hard-pressed to find a laptop around the Rs 50,000 that is ultra slim and gets the aluminium build. For a first generation effort, the Realme Book (Slim) is impressive.

Apple Asked by Epic Games to Allow Fortnite's Re-Release in South Korea Following Passage of New Law

Fortnite creator Epic Games has asked iPhone maker Apple to restore its Fortnite developer account and intends to re-release the popular game on iOS in South Korea, offering both Epic and Apple payment side-by-side, it said in a tweet.

JioPhone Next Being Tested With Limited Users; Will Be Launched Ahead Of Diwali

The JioPhone Next will come as the first smartphone from Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Jio.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max Preorders: Do You Need The Most Powerful Fire TV Stick?

The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max priced at Rs 6,499 is a tad bit more expensive than the Fire TV Stick 4K which is currently priced at Rs 5,999.

New Online Games’ Approval Said to Be Suspended by China: Report

China has temporarily suspended approval for all new online games in a bid to curb a gaming addiction among young people, as per a report citing people with knowledge of the matter.

Motorola Working On Air Charging Tech That Can Charge Four Devices At Once

Currently, Motorola has not shared a release timeline for the new wireless charging technology. The company is working with GuRu Wireless to work on a "new generation of wirelessly powered devices."

Realme Buds Air 2 TWS Earbuds Get Closer Gold Colour Option, Priced at Rs 3,299

The Realme Buds Air 2 Closer Gold will go on sale in India on September 14 via Flipkart and Realme India channels.

Realme Pad, Company's First Android Tablet Launched in India: Price, Specs & More

The tablet has been priced at Rs 13,999 onwards for the bast 3GB RAM + 32GB storage Wi-Fi variant. The 4G variants are priced at Rs 15,999 for the 3GB RAM + 32GB storage model and Rs 17,999 for the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant.

Realme 8s 5G, 8i With Triple Rear Cameras Launched in India: Price, Specs

Apart from Realme 8s 5G and Realme 8i, the company has launched its first Android tablet dubbed Realme Pad.

Facebook, Apple, More Big Tech's Small Deals to Be Scrutinised at US FTC Meeting

The US Federal Trade Commission will hold its next open meeting on September 15 to hear staff findings on deals that Big Tech firms like Facebook and Apple make that are sometimes too small to spark antitrust scrutiny, the agency said.

Gmail App Is Getting the Ability to Make Voice, Video Calls in Major Update; Google Spaces Rollout Begins

Google is making Gmail a more powerful tool by integrating lots of Workspace features. Soon, users can place video and voice calls directly from their Gmail mobile or Web app. In November, Google Meet will get a ‘Companion mode’ update that enhances the video-conferencing experience. 

Apple Teasing iOS 15 Features Via Tips Notifications; Did You Get It On Your iPhone?

Apple is rumoured to bring iOS 15 to all iPhone a day after the iPhone event on September 14.

Facebook Questions British Watchdog's Authority to Order Giphy Sale

Facebook has made a case for not selling Giphy in a strongly worded response to Britain's competition regulator, and the tech firm questioned the watchdog's call for divesting the GIF website over access and anti-competitive concerns.

Microsoft Warns Azure Customers of Flaw That Could Have Led to Data Breach

In a blog post from its security response team, Microsoft said it had fixed the flaw reported by Palo Alto Networks and it had no evidence malicious hackers had abused the technique.

Gmail to Let Users Make Voice Calls Directly via the App, New Design Incoming

The feature will essentially let Gmail users call another Gmail customer similar to voice calls, in addition to being able to join Google Meet meetings directly via the app.

Oppo Working With Camera Maker Kodak For Next Flagship? Here's What We Know

While the Oppo x Kodak collaboration may excite many enthusiasts, one has to be aware that some manage to deliver outstanding camera performance, while others have just come as a rather disappointing.

Reliance JioFiber Buying Guide: Full List Of JioFiber Postpaid Broadband Plans

Reliance JioFiber broadband with the postpaid billion option lets you choose to pay for 3, 6 or 12 months in one go, with zero installation charges and no security deposit needed.

Don’t Look Up Trailer: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence Try to Warn About a Comet Headed for Earth

In the first Don’t Look Up trailer, Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence try to warn everyone (including Meryl Streep’s US President) about a comet headed for Earth, but nobody cares. Don’t Look Up release date is December 24 on Netflix.

Top 5 Free Android Apps You Must Try in September

Here are five apps that will help you change the way you use your android smartphone. You can tweak the sound profiles of your smartphone with the help of VolEQ. Flux provides some of the most accurate weather reports. The UI of the app is very eye-candy. With Moonbeam you can listen to a library of podcasts and everything is neatly organized for easy listening.

Microsoft Showcases Refreshed Photos App for Windows 11, Here's How it Looks

The Photos app for Windows 11 will also have fewer editing tools floating at the top, unlike being present inside the edit button on the current version.

BenQ GS2 Review: An Easy Fit Projector For The Outdoors Or Your Child’s Room

The BenQ GS2 projector isn’t a projector you’d buy as a piece in the home theater jigsaw. It is a unique proposition that's more about versatility and specific use cases.

Realme 8i, Realme 8s, Realme Pad Launch Today: How To Watch Live & What To Expect

The Realme 8i, Realme 8s, and the Realme Pad launch will take place in India at 12:30PM IST.

Microsoft Warns Azure Customers of Flaw That Could Have Permitted Hackers Access to Data

Microsoft warned some of its Azure cloud computing customers that a flaw discovered by security researchers could have allowed hackers access to their data. The tech giant said it had fixed the flaw reported by Palo Alto Networks and it had no evidence malicious hackers had abused the technique.

Twitter Testing Communities Feature for Tweeting to Groups of Users With Similar Interests

Twitter Communities has been launched as part of a global test. It is a feature similar to Facebook Groups that gives users a way to tweet to people with similar interests.

WhatsApp Is Not As Private As You May Think, Despite End-to-End Encryption: Report

WhatsApp’s director of communications, Carl Woog acknowledged that teams of contractors in Austin and elsewhere review WhatsApp messages to identify and remove abusers.

El Salvador President Steps In To Fix Bitcoin Rollout Snags

Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele stepped in on Wednesday to manage the fraught rollout of a payments app that underpins the nation's adoption of bitcoin as legal tender, and called on users to report any problems on his Twitter feed.

Li-Cycle To Build EV Battery Recycling Plant In Alabama

LiCycle Holdings Corp said on Wednesday it will build a recycling facility in Alabama to process a rising volume of lithiumion battery scrap in the U.S. Southeast for reuse by electric vehicle manufacturers.

WhatsApp Chat History Migration Tool May Soon Be Brought to Android Users for Easy Switching From iOS: Report

WhatsApp chat history may soon be migrated from an Android phone to an iPhone, as a screenshot showing the new feature has appeared on the Web. Last month, WhatsApp introduced the ability to move existing chats and media from iOS to Android.

Oppo Enco Buds With 24-Hour Battery Launched in India, Priced at Rs 1,999

The Oppo Enco Buds TWS earbuds look similar to Samsung Galaxy Buds and feature an in-ear design.

Google, Microsoft, IBM, More Tech Giants Slam Ethics Brakes on AI: Here’s Why

Google has blocked new AI features analysing emotions, fearing cultural insensitivity, while Microsoft restricted software mimicking voices and IBM rejected a client request for an advanced facial-recognition system.

Facebook Comments: Australian Media Outlets Liable for What Users Post on Their Corporate Pages, Court Finds

Australia's biggest news publishers including Rupert Murdoch's the Australian are responsible for comments that readers post on their corporate Facebook pages, the High Court ruled.

Facebook Smart Glasses Made In Partnership With Ray-Ban Coming Tomorrow: What We Know

The smart glasses are a part of Facebook's larger vision to build glasses that augment the world visually and aurally.

Best Smartwatches You Can Buy Under Rs 20,000 in India in September 2021

Given the amount of attention smartwatches are getting from customers around the world, manufacturers are also bringing new products every now and then at different price points.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Rumours Start Coming; May Come With Snapdragon 898 In Some Markets

The latest report hints that some markets are "highly likely" to get the Qualcomm Snapdragon 898 chipset under Samsung Galaxy S22's hood.

Samsung India's Tablet Segment Grows 220% YoY in Q2 2021: IDC

Earlier this month, Samsung refreshed its Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE tablet with a Wi-Fi variant.

'Flipkart Boost' Programme Launched To Help Digital-First Consumer Brands Grow

Flipkart Boost will provide end-to-end support covering planning, advertising, cataloguing, logistics, quality control and mentoring to emerging 'Made in India' brands, a statement said.

New Zealand Banks, Post Office Hit by Outages in Apparent Cyber Attack

Some of the affected websites affected by the attack according to local media reports included Australia and New Zealand Banking Group's New Zealand site and NZ Post.

Microsoft Start Launched To Deliver Personalised News Feed, Available in India

Microsoft says Microsoft Start builds on the company's existing online services including MSN, which chiefly aggregates news from sources.

Realme GT Master Edition 5G Base Variant to Go on Sale Today: Price, Best Deal

The Realme GT Master Edition 5G is priced in India at Rs 25,999 onwards for the base 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant.

Netflix, WWE Announce Interactive Horror Movie Escape the Undertaker, Out October 5

Netflix and WWE have announced Escape the Undertaker, a new interactive horror movie releasing October 5. In it, The New Day — Big E, Xavier Woods, and Kofi Kingston — visit The Undertaker at his haunted mansion.

The Matrix Resurrections Trailer Release Date Set for Thursday, September 9

The Matrix Resurrections’ first trailer will drop Thursday, September 9. First look teaser available in two choices: red pill (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) or blue pill (Neil Patrick Harris).

Microsoft Start Launched as a Personalised News Feed for Windows, Web, Mobile Users

Microsoft Start has been launched as a new, personalised news feed from the house of Microsoft. The new experience will be integrated within Windows 11 and is currently available through a dedicated website as well as app for Android and iOS devices. Windows 10 users can also access Microsoft Start from the News and Interest section of the Windows 10 taskbar.

South Korea's 'Generation MZ' Leads Rush Into the 'Metaverse': Find Out Why

The "metaverse" may be a futuristic prospect for most of the world, but it's increasingly a reality in South Korea where soaring home prices and income inequality have enticed the so-called Generation MZ, or Gen MZ, into alternative online worlds.

Apple California Streaming Sep 14 Event: What To Expect From Apple Watch Series 7

Apart from the Apple Watch Series 7 and the Apple iPhone 13, reports suggest that Apple may also unveil the next generation of AirPods, AirPods 3.

Twitter Will Soon Let Users 'Remove Followers,' New Timeline Design Being Tested

At present, Twitter users cannot remove followers and only rely on blocking them.

Apple California Streaming September 14 Event: What To Expect From iPhone 13 Series

Apple is also expected to launch the Apple Watch Series 7 during the September 14 "California Streaming" event.

Apple's September 14 California Streaming Event Officially Announced: iPhone 13 Expected

Apple is expected to launch the Apple iPhone 13, and the Apple Watch Series 7 during the September 14. Several reports suggest we can also see the AirPods 13 unveiling.

Volta Trucks Picks Former Austrian MAN Plant To Build Trucks

Electric truck startup Volta Trucks said on Wednesday its first trucks will be made under contract starting late 2022 at a former MAN truck plant in Austria by Steyr Automotive, a newly formed company that has taken over the factory.

Oxbotica To Develop Multi-purpose Self-driving Vehicle With AppliedEV

Selfdriving software startup Oxbotica said on Wednesday it has teamed up AppliedEV to develop a fully autonomous multipurpose vehicle that could be suitable for a variety of commercial uses.

El Salvador World-first Adoption Of Bitcoin Endures Bumpy First Day

El Salvador's historic adoption of bitcoin as legal tender on Tuesday was beset by teething problems, as an angry protest https://ift.tt/3z35JK9 by mistrustful citizens, technological glitches and a dip in the cryptocurrency clouded the rollout.

HBO Max India Plans Leaked Ahead of Official Launch, May Start at Rs. 69 per Month

HBO Max India plan details have leaked online. The streaming service is expected to be launched in the country soon. HBO Max plans in India may start at Rs. 69 per month.

Easy Steps to Enable Two-Factor Authentication on Your Google Account

If you have enabled the two-factor authentication then you will have to enter a code after correctly entering the password.

China's Esports Powerhouse Status Undermined by New Gaming Rules for Under 18s

China is the world's biggest esports market with an estimated 5,000-plus teams, but the government's tough new rules aimed at curbing gaming addiction are set to make careers like Zhang's hard to emulate.

TikTok Beats YouTube in Average Watch Time Per User for Apps in US, UK: App Annie

TikTok has overtaken YouTube for average watch time per user in the US and UK, according to App Annie. YouTube, however, retains its leadership for overall time spent among social, communication, photo and video, and entertainment apps globally.

Can't Keep a Track Of Subscriptions? Here's How to Track and Manage All Subscriptions

Apple, Google also provide tools to manage subscriptions within Android and iOS, and there are third-party apps as well that are made for the same purpose.

Optoma Becomes India's Leading Brand in DLP and 4K UHD Projector Segment

Optoma further added it also dominates the 4K Ultra-HD and DLP segments globally but exact data remains unclear.

Done With The Crypto Hype? Here's How To Delete Your WazirX Account

Note that closing a WazirX account is an irreversible action, but before you plan on permanently closing the WazirX account, it is highly advisable for users to close all their orders and withdraw all their funds from the app.

Realme Pad Will Carry 7100mAh Battery With 18W Charging Support, Company Reveals

Apart from the Realme Pad, the company will launch Realme 8s 5G in India. The smartphone is confirmed to carry MediaTek Dimensity 810 chipset under the hood.

Vivo Y21s Launched With MediaTek Helio G80 Chip, Triple Cameras: Price & Specs

The Vivo Y21s has only been launched in Indonesia as of now and costs IDR 2.799 million (roughly Rs 14,400).

MediaTek Tops Global Smartphone Chipset Market With Record 43% Share in Q2 2021

Following MediaTek, the US-based Qualcomm secured a market share of 24 percent in Q2 2021, a drop from 28 percent in Q2 2020.

Best Smartphones With Great Battery Backup Under Rs 30000 in India in Sept 2021

Here are five smartphones with at least a 5,000mAh battery under Rs 30,000 in India.

Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro Announced With Snapdragon 888+ Chip, Intuitive Back Panel

The Nubia Red magic 6S Pro comes with a triple rear camera setup with a 64-megapixel primary, an 8-megapixel secondary sensor, and a 2-megapixel tertiary sensor.

WhatsApp May Let You Disable Last Seen, Profile Photo, About Status for Specific Contacts

WhatsApp is testing new privacy settings to let users disable their Last Seen, Profile Photo, and About status for specific contacts. The update is said to be coming to WhatsApp for Android and iOS users in the future.

You May No Longer Need To Say 'Ok Google' or 'Hey Google' for Certain Commands

Google's Pixel smartphones will be the first to offer this new service. US tech media are reporting on a new feature in Android 12 that would significantly improve the user experience of Google Assistant.

Oppo Enco Buds to Launch in India on September 8: Expected Price, Specs

Oppo had first launched the Oppo Enco Buds in Thailand in April this year, and the India-specific variant will likely share the same specifications.

WhatsApp Will Soon Let You Select Who Can View Last Seen, Status & Profile Picture

WhatsApp recently announced a new feature that allows Android and iOS uses to migrate their chats from one OS to another.

Redmi 10 Prime's First Sale in India Starts Today: Price, Specs and Best Deals

The Redmi 10 Prime comes with an 8-megapixel selfie snapper. The smartphone is capable of recording 720p videos at 120fps.

Meet Xavier, Singapore's Patrol Robots That Deter Bad Social Behaviour

The two patrol robots, named Xavier, are equipped with cameras that can detect bad social behaviour and trigger real-time alerts to the command and control centre.