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Facebook deletes more accounts linked to RussiaFacebook Inc said it had removed multiple pages, groups and accounts linked mostly to Russia that were used to spread misleading information on the social...Microsoft offers software tools to secure electionsMicrosoft has announced an ambitious effort to make voting secure, verifiable and subject to reliable audits by registering ballots in encrypted form so they can...Samsung Galaxy A70 review: Redefining the premium mid-range segmentThe sub Rs 30K price bracket isn’t as populated as the sub Rs 20K price range but we do have some gems here which include,...Apple iPhone 11 final design revealed, can’t wait for it to become a realityIn a few days, we will witness Google’s first handsets of the year and these smartphones will be based on the Google Pixel 3 devices...Tinder introduces 'Festival Mode' to help find you in-event matchesAfter helping you find Spring Flings, Tinder now wants you to swipe right during festivals. The app-based dating service has introduced what it calls the...Leaked images of beautiful Nebula Blue OnePlus 7 Pro surfaceThe OnePlus 7 line-up will be officially announced on May 14 and by now, through leaks, we get a fair idea of what to expect...Huawei says will fight US prosecutors' motion to disqualify its lawyerHuawei Technologies said it will “vigorously oppose” a motion filed by US prosecutors on Thursday to disqualify its lead defence lawyer from a case accusing...The truth behind targeted ads on social media is creepier than you thinkAll of us have witnessed at least one instance where our real-life conversations have translated into ads or services popping on social media, without our...Finally, Google’s Pixel 3a, 3a XL will cater to the budget seekersGoogle’s I/O is all set to go on stage in San Francisco and there will be a very busy schedule on May 7 for all...myNK: India’s first blockchain powered VOD platform is hereMinersINC, India’s pioneering blockchain powered entertainment portal, recently launched the Beta version of the country’s first blockchain powered VOD platform myNK. The platform comprises of a...Facebook opens call for applications for India Innovation Accelerator Program 2019With a vision to further build the Indian Startup ecosystem, the India Innovation Accelerator Program by Facebook in partnership with T-Hub, has now opened applications...Google to add auto delete for location, web historyIf you have been manually wiping off traces of your whereabouts on the internet or in real life, Google is introducing a new tool to...P30 Pro on your wish list? Huawei will offer you a VIP serviceHuawei has announced special VIP services for the newly launched Huawei P30 Pro smartphone. Reiterating the growing trust between consumers and Huawei devices in India,...Digitek launches nylon braided cables for smartphonesDigitek is launching its latest collection of nylon braided cables for smartphones with high-speed charging facility and contemporary design. The long length cable with metallic...Netgear launches Nighthawk AX4 and AX8 tri-band Wi-Fi routersNetgear launches tri-band Wi-Fi 6 routers; the Nighthawk AX4 & AX8 in Bengaluru. Wi-Fi 6 — the latest generation of Wi-Fi – delivers up to...More images of Apple’s iPhone XI and XI Max leaked via rendersAfter exclusive leaks Apple’s next flagship device – The iPhone XI, CashKaro now has Apple’s XI Max and XI Max renders that shows new camera...Spotify records 217 million monthly active users in Q1, 2019Spotify recorded an uptick in its monthly active users in Q1, 2019 at 217 million after a 26 per cent growth.The music streaming service expanded...Vimeo introduces Showcase, a new toolkit to make smart TV channelsVimeo announced a new toolkit called Showcase, allowing creators more control on their video creation on the platform.On its official blog, Vimeo explained how Showcase...Apple explains why it removed parental control appsIn response to a report claiming Apple misused its power to remove third-party apps designed to help limit screen time of kids, the company posted...Get ready for new breakthrough in LED televisions aheadResearchers claim to have developed a new technique which could enable LED bulb to tune bright white and warmer colors at the same time.The team...Intel puts modem business up for sale, held talks with AppleIntel Corp is exploring strategic options for its modem chip business, including a possible sale to Apple or another acquirer, the Wall Street Journal reported...Hamas shifts tactics in bitcoin fundraising, highlighting crypto risksThe armed wing of Hamas is using increasingly complex methods of raising funds via bitcoin, researchers say, highlighting the difficulties regulators face in tracking cryptocurrency...Jaguar Land Rover to allow helpful car drivers to earn cryptocurrencyJaguar Land Rover, Britain’s largest auto manufacturer, said on Monday it is testing software that will allow drivers of its cars to earn the IOTA...Dramatic rise in fraudulent PDF files detected this yearSonicWall Capture Labs threat researchers are reporting a substantial increase in fraudulent PDF files. This fraud campaign takes advantage of recipients’ trust in PDF files...Pirated streaming apps, devices steal user data, study revealsIn the race to be among the first to watch the new episode of a popular online series, or simply to cut down on the...Dark Mode may not be actually helping our eyesDark Mode is in. A lot of apps and operating systems are offering users the option to turn their displays and app interfaces in black,...Don't exceed screen time beyond 1 hour for children under 5: WHOTechnology has made parenting a tad easier. If the kid is becoming restless, hand over whatever gadget is nearby and a few hours will pass...iFixit removes Galaxy Fold teardown on Samsung's requestIn just a day of publishing, repair firm iFixit removed its teardown of Samsung’s first foldable smartphone, Galaxy Fold, on the company’s request.On its official...You can now follow CIA on Instagram, but should you?“I spy with my little eye,” that’s how the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) made its debut on Instagram with a picture of a seemingly ordinary...New entry: LEAGOO steps into India with S and M series smartphonesLEAGOO, a leading mobile manufacturer in China, announced its entry into the Indian market with the introduction of its S and M series of smartphones....EV owners can use Google Maps for real-time info on charging stationsThe next time your electric vehicle (EV) runs out of charge, you needn’t wonder where in the vicinity you’ll find a charging station. Search giant...Explainer: Securing 5G future - what's stopping?Britain’s plan to allow Chinese telecom giant Huawei Technologies a restricted role in its next-generation mobile networks is part of a heated international debate over...This tool creates personalised workout recommendations from fitness tracking dataA tool called FitRec might estimate heart rates during a workout and recommend routes, researchers have claimed. FitRec is a fitness tracking tool powered by...Check out Redmi's notchless phoneA few days ago, a notchless Redmi handset was spotted in the wild and now it has made a reappearance, this time in the hands...Infinix unveils Smart 3 PlusInfinix launched Smart 3 Plus. The smartphone is packed with a Triple Rear Camera equipped with AI technology. This smartphone is powered by Android Pie...Google employees faced retaliation for walkoutGoogle employees who organised a worldwide walkout in November against sexual harassment at the company are reportedly facing retaliation for their actions.According to a Wired...Twitter now boasts 330 million monthly active users amidst 'healthy platform' plansTwitter’s Q1 2019 earnings report is here and it seems the company’s attempts at making it a healthier conversation platform are paying off.Twitter recorded average...OnePlus 7 confirmed for May 14The launch date of the OnePlus 7 was leaked, but nothing’s quite as sweet as an official confirmation. The brand has announced the launch date...Tesla to roll out one million robo-taxis in 2020Self-driving technology is still under perfect but Tesla is ambitious in its plan and is promising to bring robo-taxis as early as 2020.Tesla, which sent...World's first 5G communications hardware for autos: HuaweiChina’s Huawei Technologies launched on Monday what it said was the world’s first 5G communications hardware for the automotive industry, in a sign of its...Guess why this student sued Apple for $1 billionOusmane Bah, 18, was arrested from his home in New York in November last year. He was charged for stealing from an Apple Store. The...Google Assistant, Alexa will now provide government-related informationThe British government is using the new-age voice-enabled technology to disperse information to its citizens. If you live in the UK, you will be able...Researchers build new AI that could replace sushi chefsResearchers are enhancing Artificial intelligence (AI) to aid in tasks earlier deemed challenging for robots to execute, such as preparing sushi rolls.Researchers at the Massachusetts...US intelligence says Huawei funded by Chinese state security: reportUS intelligence has accused Huawei Technologies of being funded by Chinese state security, The Times said on Saturday, adding to the list of allegations faced...Tech talk: A local startup bets the bank on electronic paymentsNot long ago, when next door neighbour came up with a new data policy introducing strict requirements for big tech to host all Indian data...This triple-folding iPhone concept could slam down Samsung, HuaweiSamsung and Huawei have shown off their folding phone design and are finally releasing it to public. However, while their phones can just open up...2019 iPhones to come with three 12MP rear camerasWell-known Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has shed light on the next-generation iPhones and this is one of the most exciting news to come regarding the...Panasonic ramps up its smart factory solutions business in IndiaPanasonic announced its plans to ramp up its smart factory solutions business in India. The company has integrated its welding business and SMT (Surface Mount...Automation Anywhere may be the world’s largest digital employer by 2020Automation Anywhere, the global leader in robotic process automation (RPA), announced unprecedented ecosystem growth in the first quarter of 2019, with more than 2,800 customer...Uber's self-driving unit valued at USD 7.25 billion in new investmentUber’s autonomous vehicle unit has raised USD 1 billion from a consortium of investors including SoftBank Group Corp, giving the company a much-needed funding boost...