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World's largest electric plane takes 28-minute first flight
May 29 (UPI) -- The world's largest all-electric aircraft took off from a Washington state airstrip for its first flight, staying in the air for 28 minutes, the plane's makers said.
Look Out, AirPods: Apple Reveals Lip-Smackingly Colorful Rival Beats Headphones
The latest Beats Powerbeats Pro in-ear headphones have just been revealed and they have several benefits Apple’s AirPods can’t match.
Federal Pacific: Power equipment endorsed by Carroll Technologies
Federal Pacific manufacturers a wide range of products used for the generation, distribution, transmission and control of electricity.
Sony Still Has 'Much More to Share' After Next Week's PS5 Games Showcase
Just the beginning
North Korea accuses US of hurting its image with cyber threat warning
North Korea accused the United States of smear tactics on Friday after Washington renewed accusations last month that Pyongyang was responsible ...
Elon Musk: “We Want to Be a Leader in Apocalypse Technology”
In the latest episode of "Lay Leno's Garage," Tesla CEO Elon Musk told Leno that "we want to be the leader in apocalypse technology."
Covid-19 : With 11 more positive, active cases jump above 100 in Nagpur
Nagpur: As many as 11 people including a Mahadula based man who returned from Bihar tested positive for novel Corona Virus (COVID-19) on Friday. Five out of them belonged to Pachpaoli quarantine centre, two from Naik Talav, one each from Tanga Stand, Seva Sadan Building and Bhagwan Nagar. Following this development the cases of virus […]
Britain pushing US to form 5G club of nations to cut out Huawei
Britain said Friday it was pushing the United States to form a club of 10 nations that could develop its own 5G technology and reduce dependence on China's controversial telecoms giant Huawei.
Sony will require devs to make future PS4 games compatible with the PS5
Developers will have to ensure that new PS4 games work on PS5 as well.
Coronavirus: Sindh says SOPs for public transport, ride-hailing apps ready
Sindh Transport Minister Awais Shah said final decision to be taken in meeting of task force on coronavirus
5G Conspiracy: Scammers Use Fear to Sell 128MB USB Sticks Saying It Protects The Home From Effects of 5G
Scammers are targetting people who believe 5G is harmful by selling a useless product. It has been established that 5G has no effect, harmful or otherwise, on the human body.
Xiaomi and Samsung receive Suraksha certification in India; stores to reopen
As companies slowly look to resume operations with their stores, here’s what shopping in “the new normal” will be like.
Twitter Just Slapped Trump With A Content Warning For “Glorifying Violence”
Social networking platform Twitter has flagged a tweet made by President Donald Trump for allegedly "glorifying violence."
Facebook’s new ‘Collab’ app is heavily inspired by TikTok
Collab is developed by Facebook's New Product Experimentation group and is currently invite-only on iOS.
Adventure game ‘The Gardens Between’ arrives in open beta for Android
'The Gardens Between,' an adventure puzzle game available on multiple platforms, is now on Android in open beta ahead of a summer launch.
Trump threatens 'shooting' response to Minneapolis riot over police killing
By Jeff Mason and Elizabeth Culliford WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump threatened on Friday to stop looters in Minneapolis with deadly military force, after that city weathered a third night of arson and rioting over the police killing of an unarmed black man. Some congressional Democrats denounced as racist Trump's Twitter threat, which called the looters
India paves way for Apple, others to increase domestic production by removing a clause
Govt has dropped irritants from its PLI scheme, paving way for phone-makers to ramp up production in India.
Magic Leap is looking for a new CEO as founder Rony Abovitz is stepping down
Abovitz said in a message on the company’s website that after securing “significant” new funding and pivoting to focus on delivering a spatial computing platform for enterprise clients, both he and the board agreed that a change in his role…
Google Chrome will roll out an anti-abusive notification tool on July 14
Google Chrome will start enforcing a new system in July that will provide protection to users against abusive permission requests or notifications from websites they visit. It'll be part of Chrome 84.
How to watch Rick and Morty season 4 online: stream part 2's new episodes anywhere free
Star Mort Rickturn of the Jerri is the final season 4 episode -watch Rick and Morty season 4 online from anywhere and for free.
International Update: Global Covid-19 infections exceed 5.8 million – more than 100,000 covid deaths in US
29 May Global: The number of people infected by Covid-19 has exceeded 5.8 million, according to data compiled by Johns...Read More...
UN chief calls for attention to nuclear, cyberspace security
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said that attention should be given to increasing risk of nuclear proliferation and the lawlessness of cyberspace, while the international community has been fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.
Google Chrome 84 to hide abusive notifications starting July
Google will start blocking abusive sites from delivering web notifications to Chrome 84 users starting July by automatically enrolling them in the quieter notifications UI launched in January 2020.
Take 2 for SpaceX's first astronaut launch with more storms
SpaceX pressed ahead with its second attempt to launch astronauts for NASA -- a historic first for a private company -- but more stormy weather threatened more delays.
Apple TV Plus price, 2020 shows, channels, devices, and everything you need to know
Everything we know about the Apple TV Plus streaming service, including its shows, free trial, compatible devices and more.
Twitter, Reddit Challenge US Rules Forcing Visa Applicants To Disclose Their Social Media Handles
Twitter and Reddit have filed an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit challenging a U.S. government rule change compelling visa applicants to disclose their social media handles. From a report: The lawsuit, brought by the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University, the Brennan Center f...
Oculus Quest 2: what we want to see
Want the scoop on the next Oculus Quest headset, and the future of VR? Here’s our complete wishlist for the Oculus Quest 2.
Accenture gives bonuses to a large part of its staff
The payouts have been made over the past few weeks to more than half its 2,00,000 employees in India across technology and business process management centres, multiple sources said.
Google Made a Super Simple AR Tool to Help You Better Visualise Proper Social Distancing
Quarantine is slowly lifting in the UK (or at least in England), but with covid-19 continuing to plague communities throughout the UK, it’s still important to maintain proper social distancing where needed when out in public. To help make staying six feet away from others easier to visualise, Google made a simple augmented reality tool called SODAR.
Corona takes big leap in Nagpur : 46 cases in single day, Naik Talao new hot-spot
Nagpur: As many as 46 people including a Mahadula resident man who returned from Bihar, tested positive for novel Corona Virus (COVID-19) on Friday. Most of them belonged to Naik Talao vicinity, where 15 members of a family tested positive for the virus borne disease. Besides, several cases from Pachpaoli quarantine centre, Tanga Stand, Seva […]
Clean Cooking: 33 Solutions For One Renewable Energy Problem
The latest energy report from the International Energy Agency describes how much more pants-on-fire activity is needed to pump up the clean power trend on the heels of the COVID-19 crisis. For starters, at this rate an estimated 620 million people still won't have electricity by 2030. That's nothing to sneeze at, but it's small
Samsung continues to offer free phone sanitising service, all brands are welcome
Samsung Malaysia is still offering free UV-Light phone sanitising service at its service centres. This complimentary service isn’t just limited to Samsung Galaxy owners as all non-Samsung mobile devices are also welcome.
Magic Leap CEO Rony Abovitz to Step Down After Company Fails to Deliver
Magic Leap CEO resignation comes weeks after company lays of 1,000 employees and warns of closure without capital injection.
TikTok maker ByteDance looks to shift power out of China amid rising global tensions
TikTok’s poaching of Disney’s Kevin Mayer to be its CEO was just the most visible part of a broader strategy by its Chinese owner to shift its centre of power away from China at a time of rising global tensions, several people familiar with the plans said.
Sony tells devs that PS4 games must also run on PS5 from July forward
New documentation sent out to developers reportedly includes this mandate, as well as other details about compatibility.
Google Maps makes it easier to share your location without an address
Helpful if you’re in a country where street names are uncommon.
U.S. senators urge probe of TikTok on children's privacy
U.S. senators urge probe of TikTok on children's privacy
Sony post then remove the news that a “system update” is needed for backwards compatibility on PS5
Bit of an odd one here, the official PlayStation 5 website was updated and under the heading "Stunning games" the following text was posted.Marvel at incredible graphics and experience new PS5™
North Korea Accuses Washington of ‘Smear’ Attempt With Cyberattack Claims
In a Friday statement, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) rejected accusations it had masterminded cyberattacks against the United States and other...
Yuzu Nintendo Switch Emulator Runs Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition Well On Launch Day
The Nintendo Switch emulator Yuzu runs Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition well on launch day, according to the developer
Sony will reveal PS5 games on June 4, It's the first of many events for the next-gen console - Gizchina.com
After an oppressive silence, Sony finally confirmed: There will be an event for the PS5 on June 4. The company made this announcement through its ...
Apple offers new customised Macs in India ahead of its expansion
Buyers in India can now order MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Mac Mini, Mac Pro and i-Mac with specific configurations of memory, storage or powerful graphics card, as first reported by Tech Crunch
This is the cost of Yaka if you owned an electric Tesla Model X in Uganda – Techjaja
Let's just assume all of a sudden you can afford to buy a fully electric car in this case, Tesla Model X, but what would be the cost of Yaka
Man Utd legend Giggs modelling Wales on 'fantastic' Liverpool
Despite his strong links to Manchester United, Ryan Giggs can appreciate how good Liverpool have been this season.
KfW completes multi-year deployment of FIS Ambit Focus
German state-owned development bank KfW has completed a multi-year implementation project with FIS.
Apple is selling refurbished iPhone XR handsets, starting at $499
The iPhone XR was the best-selling phone last year, so purchasing a refurbished version is likely to prove popular. Boasting the A12 Bionic SoC and a 6.1-inch IPS LCD panel, the XR only recently lost the “world’s most popular smartphone”…
EA Motive’s Star Wars Title, Project Maverick, Might be Revealed Next Week on June 2 – Rumor
From the looks of it, EA Motive's upcoming Star Wars game, Project Maverick, is to be relealed next week on the 2nd of June.
Safaricom Customers Can Now Read Digital Newspapers for KES 20
You can now read the digital version of newspapers in a convenient and welcome manner thanks to a new partnership between Safaricom and some media houses. The newspapers will cost you a promotional KES 20 (for the next two weeks) and will be consumed on your smartphone. Customers will pay for the service using their […]
Sony on track for PS5 launch despite supply-chain challenges
Latest PlayStation console expected to launch globally in the final quarter of 2020
Siri and Google Assistant Face Off in Speech to Text Comparison – Video
Siri and Google Assistant compared in a new dictation test, results show how the latter is way better in terms of transcribing speech.
Google debuts mapping system for emergency services, locations without addresses
Google Maps has developed its own address system named Plus Codes to locate places without physical addresses across mobile devices using its apps.
Apple Is Now Selling Refurbished iPhone XR Models Through Its Online Store – Pricing Starts at $499
You can now purchase refurbished iPhone XR models directly from the Apple store, and you can save a lot of money doing so too
Apple starts selling refurbished iPhone XR units in the US
Does that even make sense when you can get a new iPhone SE (2020) for $400? The older phone still has a couple of advantages.
Gemini Exchange Brings Crypto Trading to Over 4 Million Samsung Users in U.S., Canada
Winklevoss brothers-backed Gemini cryptocurrency exchange has inked a partnership with South Korean multinational conglomerate Samsung Electronics Co. Per the terms of the partnership, as reported by Bloomberg on May 28, 2020, Gemini’s app will integrate with Samsung’s blockchain wallet to allow users to trade and store digital assets on mobile phones.
HCL's acquires Cisco's SON tech for $49 million; to boost 5G tech deployment
The acquisition, which comprises of products and services built on Ciscos SON technology, will help HCL cater to customers in the telecommunications industry as SON has become a major component in the move towards 5G networks, including tier-one communications service providers globally.
OnePlus to make affordable phones again, CEO Pete Lau confirms
Back when OnePlus One was released in 2014, the Shenzhen, China-based company had a vision of bringing excellent phones at the most affordable prices ever known. The strategy worked as they were co…
Google Withdraws Offers To More Than 2,000 Contract Workers
More than 2,000 people who had signed employment agreements with Google as temp and contract workers have had their offers rescinded.
BP licenses PTA technology to Weilian Chemical
BP plc (London, U.K.) has entered into an agreement to license its latest generation technology for the production of purified terephthalic acid (PTA) to C
NSA: Russian Hackers are Hacking Major Email Servers
NSA says Russian Hackers are Hacking Major Email Servers. It has published a security warning about the exploit after Russians were caught.
ZTE patents a foldable phone with a unique design - Gizchina.com
ZTE patents a foldable phone with a unique design. The design patent was submitted by ZTE in mid-2019 but was appproved in May 2020.
Cyberpunk 2077 'Hands On' Gameplay Teased for June Following Night City Wire Announcement
Night City life
Official Twitter 'Moment' Describes Violent Riots, Looting as 'Heated Protests'
An official Twitter "moment" described the violent riots and looting that broke out in Minneapolis and other areas of the country with the muted term "heated protests," in an entry created by Twitter employees that appeared at the top of users' feeds.
The Markets End The Week In An Uptrend (Technically Speaking For 5/25-5/29)
The leading indicators points toward a continued contraction. The coincidental data shows the sharpest contraction in the last 100 years. The overall trends rem
These were the 10 biggest European tech stories this week
These were the 10 European tech stories this week
How to watch Lance online: stream the new 30 for 30 documentary from anywhere
ESPN's latest 30 for 30 shines a light on controversial cyclist Armstrong - here's how to watch Lance online and stream part 2 of the doc from anywhere.
The next phase in ZEE5’s growth: Short form videos, gaming and News 2.0
In an interview with Indianexpress.com, ZEE5's Rajneel Kumar talks about short-form videos, the decision to add games to the platform, News 2.0, and more.
Tech firm developing mobile game to help kids prevent spread of coronavirus
The game will be a drug development simulator
AMD Ryzen 4000 series CPU may use TSMC's 5nm+ process -
AMD Ryzen 4000 series CPU may use TSMC's 5nm+ process. As of now, there is no official confirmation to this report. Just speculations.
SpaceX Starship Launch Insurance Requirement Jumps To $198 Million
Aerospace manufacturer SpaceX was granted a license for suborbital flights by the FAA yesterday, which included new insurance costs.
PS5 games reveal event confirmed for June 4
Sony has confirmed we'll be getting our first look at PS5 games on June 4.
Best note-taking app for iPad Pro of 2020
Looking for the best note-taking app solution for your iPad Pro? Here's our top picks.
Large-scale Summer Promotion! Windows 10 Pro Only $14
If your PC is still using the older version Windows 7/8, it’s the right time for you to upgrade the software to Windows 10. The latest software version comes with
PS5 exclusives will not be on PS4 confirms Sony, as CEO hints at price
We’ll finally be seeing some PS5 games next week, and PlayStation’s CEO is convinced that they and the console will launch on time.
Best web development tools of 2020: software platforms for website developers
Grab the right tools to get web development done without breaking a sweat, covering everything from design and coding platforms.
White House: Twitter Says Post on Minneapolis Riots Didn't Break Any Rules
Twitter appeared to inadvertently admit that one of President Donald Trump's tweets, now censored by the platform, did not in fact violate the site's rules.
As coronavirus scams proliferate, Google launches scam-spotter tool
Scammers beware: Google is on the lookout for you.
Gigabyte Unveils Pricing For Its AMD B550 Motherboards – Options Range From $99 To $279 For AMD’s Ryzen CPUs
A Gigabyte community manager on Reddit posted a sheet with all of the pricing of the AMD B550 motherboards ranging from $99 to $279.
Trading standards agency goes after $346 "anti-5G" USB stick that's really a $6 thumb drive
A firm called BioShield Distribution is offering a product called the 5GBioShield, which "provides protection for your home and family, thanks to the wearable holographic nano-layer catalyser, which can be worn or placed near to a smartphone or any other…
NCA launches UK ad campaign to divert kids searching for cybercrime tools | ZDNet
DDoS-for-hire and Trojan-related searches are on the agency’s radar.
UK plans new 5G club of 10 democracies, including India: Report
The move to speed up such a club comes as the UK launched an inquiry into Huawei's involvement in the country's mobile network upgrade in the wake of US sanctions against the company.
Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition Update 1.1.1 Released and Here’s What it Does on Your Switch
Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition update 1.1.1 has been rolled out as a day-one patch and we’ve got you covered with the release notes.
OnePlus Drops Bombshell That Cheaper Phones Will Sell More Units
Since OnePlus made its smartphone debut with the OnePlus One in 2014, the price of the company's handsets has been creeping up, but CEO Pete Lau says he wants the company to make affordable phones again, while branching out to make other devices.
Google Rescinds Offers To Thousands of Contract Workers
Google, facing an advertising slump caused by the pandemic, has rescinded offers to several thousand people who had agreed to work at the company as temporary and contract workers. From a report: "We're slowing our pace of hiring and investment, and are not bringing on as many new starters as we had...
Dell Hit By Coronavirus But Wins Millions In Govt Deals
SYDNEY: In its third year in a row, Dell Australia has posted a drop in profits. This year the company posted an after-tax profit of just over AU$31 million for the financial period ended January 31, 2020, slightly down from the $33.6 million recorded in 2019.
Trump is desperate to punish Big Tech but has no good way to do it
Trump's executive order shows how little power the president has over Silicon Valley.
World's largest all-electric plane completes its maiden flight
The modified Cessna flew for 30 minutes over Washington state in the US
Sony declares new PS4 games must work on PS5 from July onwards
Sony has declared that upcoming PS4 games will have to have PlayStation 5 compatibility or they will not be allowed to release.
Confirmed: No more OnePlus McLaren phones
OnePlus will no longer be making McLaren-branded phones. The automaker has confirmed that this is the end of the road for the partnership.
Google hosting an exclusive Headspace meditation for Local Guides today
To say thanks to Local Guides, Google is hosting an exclusive Headspace meditation live stream today (May 29) at 11:15 am PT.
Translation From VC-Backed PR Jargon To English of Magic Leap CEO Rony Abovitz's Statement That He's 'Stepping Down'
From a company-wide memo sent by Rony Abovitz, the founder of Magic Leap, which has raised nearly $3 billion from high-profile investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Google, AT&T, NTT DoCoMo, Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia, JP Morgan, Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers: As we've sha...
Nokia Mobile toyed with the idea of Foldable Nokia smartphones but put the project on hold a few months back
HMD aka Nokia Mobile has been actively toying with many smartphone innovations and design ideas for disrupting the smartphone market. One of the examples of such ideas was the Light’s array camera technology on Nokia 9 PureView. Though with lack of support from Light the smartphone couldn’t live up to its potential.
Proposed USCIS furlough could impact tech firms
Following the national lockdown which was announced in the US about two months ago, application and petition receipts have dropped to half, impacting the ability of the agency to continue to function effectively. The USCIS relies primarily on income from visa processing to keep itself running.
The secret life of discontinued apps
When a book goes out of print the publishers don't pop round and remove old copies from your shelves. Similarly, when an app is discontinued it can be taken off the app stores but continues to linger on users' devices.
Outfit7 announces virtual pet game with Talking Tom and Friends
My Talking Tom games have been popular for more than a decade on mobile platforms with more than 12 billion downloads and a monthly user base of 380 million.
Google unveils new system for measuring your website's quality
Google has announced a new ranking algorithm for websites which will go live sometime next year.
China's post-Covid 19 'techno-nationalist' industrial policy
While Covid-19 brings China one step closer to technology-perfected authoritarianism through improvised health apps and real-time surveillance, Europe is busy looking inward.
Disney Plus: movies, shows, free trial, Hamilton and more explained
Everything you need to know about Disney Plus, including shows, movies and how to sign up.
Lenovo launches new phone models, range of smart home devices for the first time
Lenovo will re-enter the smartphone market in the Philippines this week, with the launch of three new models: the Lenovo K5 Play, the Lenovo K5 Pro, and the Lenovo S5 Pro.
Hawaiian Electric suspends rate increase due to COVID-19 pandemic | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Hawaiian Electric announced Thursday that it will no longer seek an increase in its rates on Oahu, due to the hardship to customers presented by the coronavirus pandemic.
INTEL’s mysterious “unreleased” Core i5-7660X Skylake-X CPU has been spotted in China
In case you were not aware of, INTEL never officially released the Core i5-7660X Skylake-X CPU to the consumer market.
Karma's 1,110-HP Electric Supercar Begins Testing
Last month, Karma announced the development of the GTE, a fully electric version of the Karma Revero GT hyb...
How to watch Rick and Morty: stream every season online from anywhere
From season 1 to season 4 finale - here's how to watch Rick and Morty episodes online from anywhere in the world.
Bill Vance: Jensen-Healey famed engineer’s swan song
Donald Healey could be called a natural engineer, a man with an innate mechanical talent. His engineering training, natural ability and initiative resulted in his name being carried on several cars. . .
Big Tech goes on pandemic M&A spree despite political backlash
Rate of dealmaking by Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, et al is highest since 2015
Google Messages RCS support appears to be rolling out in India
Google Messages is continuing its rollout of RCS chat across the globe, and now it appears that users in India are getting access.
Sony to Devs: New PS4 Games Must Be Compatible with PS5 Starting From July
Details on backwards compatibility
Social Media Giant Twitter Will Now Allow To Schedule Tweets In Its Web Application…
Twitter… This social media application is all known to connect its users with the whole world. Be it celebrities, tech giants or any normal person… All the users can happily share their updates on...
Paramount's live-action Sonic the Hedgehog film is getting a sequel
Fortunately, after seeing all the widespread criticism, the film's creators chose to go back to the drawing board on Sonic's design and rework it from the ground up. The rest of the movie remained largely the same, but Sonic got…
Space Funerals: Celestis And Aura Flights Will Send The Ashes Of Your Loved Ones In Space
People can now send their loved ones' ashes across space. Aura And Celestis Flights offers space funerals.
BMW gives 5 Series more electric options
New plug-in 545e version is coming, plus mild hybrids for everyone
Endeavour Silver resumes operations at three Mexico mines
Canadian miner Endeavour Silver has resumed mining operations at its three underground silver-gold mines in Mexico.
Fintech marketplace Stackin secures $12.6 million ahead of UK launch
Stackin, a US startup that helps consumers navigate the crowded fintech space, has raised a $12.6 million Series B funding round led by Octopus Ventures.
Twitter now allows users to schedule tweets, but there is a catch; Details
The announcement was made by Twitter via a video showing how to use the feature.
Cisco security breach hits corporate servers that ran unpatched software
Cisco is one of many to get bitten by vulnerabilities in open source Salt manager.
Twitter Lets Verified Account Threaten Journalist with 'Bullet in the Back of Your Skull'
Social media giant Twitter has failed to remove or tag a rapper's tweet for "glorifying violence" more than 18 hours after it was posted. Rapper Key Nyaya threatened journalist Cassandra Fairbanks with his post, saying: "maybe you need a bullet in the back of your skull."
Google’s Android Studio 4.0 is a major upgrade for the app development tool
Google has launched Android Studio 4.0, adding a host of new features to the app development environment including an upgraded Motion Editor
ZTE vertical folding phone bends outwards, not inwards
The front of the device lacks a camera, so if a user wanted to take a selfie, they'd need to fold the device and use the two rear-facing cameras
Apple tops wearables Q1 growth, but wristbands, hearables lead the segment
The International Data Corporation (IDC) report says smartwatches and basic ones registered a decline in growth, which was offset by wristbands and hearables.
The Recipe for Efficient Protein Synthesis
Scientists have studied more than 30 thousand variants of genetic sequences encoding two fluorescent proteins in order to determine which characteristics of mRNA can increase the efficiency of translation.
Italian magistrates target Uber Italia over alleged rider exploitation: sources
Italian magistrates target Uber Italia over alleged rider exploitation: sources
Professional Race Car Driver Hires Expert Gamer To Race His Video Game Car
The esports momentum due to the COVID-19 pandemic isn't slowing down. And one of things many people are learning now that...
New Samsung Galaxy Watch: Four variants of the possible Galaxy Watch Active 3 start revealing their secrets through FCC filings
A new Samsung Galaxy Watch has been discovered in recent FCC files, with a total of four different model numbers being spotted. It is believed that there will be two variants with LTE connectivity, while two other Samsung Galaxy Watch models will be Wi-Fi only versions. This potential Galaxy Watch Active 3 could be announced very soon.
Indian IT eyes captives as global companies rejig operations
Global companies look to outsource work to large services firms to offset demand slowdown.
Softbank-backed Coupang under scrutiny after S.Korea warehouse virus outbreak
Softbank-backed Coupang under scrutiny after S.Korea warehouse virus outbreak
Google Chrome makes it a whole lot easier to remove URL suggestions
Google Chrome's latest release, v83, is rolling out now and makes it much easier for users to delete URL suggestions that they don't want.
'Frightened' NHS tracer slams 'dreadful' system while waiting to make first call
EXCLUSIVE An NHS contact tracer is scared of speaking to her first coronavirus case more than 24 hours on from the 'shambolic' launch of the Test and Trace system
Skullcandy unveils a new range of wireless earbuds
Skullcandy is catering for every taste with their new range of wireless earbuds, that are also remarkably affordable.
Chicago police drop Clearview facial recognition technology
Chicago police is no longer using facial recognition software developed by a firm that was sued by a civil rights organization this week over privacy concerns.
Free deal of the week: Epic Games offers ‘Borderlands 2’, ‘Pre-Sequel’ collection
RALEIGH, May 29 — Each week ETX Studio tracks down a freebie on offer to give your daily routine a boost. This week it’s Borderlands: The Handsome Collection, the latest seven-day freebie courtesy of Fortnite developer and publisher Epic Games and its Mac and PC storefront, the Epic Games...
India, US could strike a ‘smaller’ trade deal in the coming weeks: Indian envoy
According to India's ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu, India and the US could strike a smaller trade deal in the coming weeks
Microsoft Surface Book 4 Design Gets a Well-Deserved Makeover in Fresh Mockup – 15% Larger Trackpad, Compact Chassis, More
The Surface Book 3 features the same old chassis, but the Surface Book 4 design receives a massive change in the latest mockup
twenty one pilots’ New Video Was Made Using Computers From The ’80s
Watch twenty one pilots' incredibly old-school lyric video for Level Of Concern.
UK EV Owners Got Paid To Charge Their Cars Over The Holiday Weekend
Last weekend, some UK EV owners were paid to charge their cars during a period when the price of renewable energy turned negative.
This Is The Cancelled Google Pixel 4a XL
Images of the cancelled Google Pixel 4a XL have just surfaced. The phone actually appeared in both renders, and real-life images. Well, kind of. Renders
Amazon discontinues the Echo Look and migrates AI style recommendations to other apps and devices
Amazon has discontinued the Alexa-powered Echo Look as it migrates the connected camera's key features to other apps and devices.
Sustainable Water Technologies Meet Consumer Demands
At one point in time, the water treatment industry was largely novel and unknown to the consumer market. However, as our society in the new decade grows more
AMD Stock May Look Weak, but There’s Still Lots of Opportunity
It’s had a great run and there’s now evidence of better things to come, but AMD stock investors need to respect a good defensive game first.
One in five people visiting UK will be monitored with random phone calls
No plans have been announced to deter the 80 per cent of arrivals who aren't selected for monitoring from breaking quarantine.
Ghost of Tsushima Has Only One Ending, Decapitation and Body Part Targeting Not Possible
Get new details about Ghost of Tsushima's story, weapons, level of violence, approach to difficulty, and more!
Sony to Reveal PlayStation 5 Games on June 3, Slated to Launch Later This Year
Sony earlier revealed few specifications and hardware details of its next-generation home console, the PlayStation 5.
PLDT: No record of data being downloaded from company's support account
While hackers could have hypothetically grabbed data from PLDT's support Twitter account, the company says there's no record of customer data being downloaded from it
Samsung's Next Galaxy Watch Appears on FCC Listing, Reveals More Information - Gizchina.com
Samsung's net-gen Galaxy Watch wearable has now appeared on the FCC listing revealing more information along the way. Here's what we now know about it.
VW spending $2.2B to expand in China's electric car market
Volkswagen is spending 2 billion euros ($2.2 billion) to expand its presence in China's electric car industry in the biggest foreign investment announced since the country's economy began to reopen following ...
In the Netherlands, robot waiters will serve customers amid virus
A restaurant in the Netherlands is planning on using robots as servers as lockdown restrictions lift.
Fed agencies cop mass fail in core systems cyber review
Just one agency gets 'essential eight' tick for financial, HR systems.
CIMFR recruitment 2020: Apply for 23 posts for technical assistant, check details
CIMFR recruitment 2020: A total of 23 posts are on offer. The application process is on and interested and eligible candidates can apply till July 25 at the official website, cimfr.nic.in.
No more OnePlus McLaren phones, the partnership has ended - Gizchina.com
A few days ago, reports indicating the end of the partnership between OnePlus and McLaren started to surface. The reason was that the smartphone maker ...
Stay connected and save AU$70 on Amazon’s Echo Show 8
Amazon discounted the Echo Show 8 by a massive 31%.
All new PS4 games have to work on PS5, orders Sony
Sony has told devs that new PS4 games will have to be PS5 compatible.
3 questions SMBs should ask to maximize their COVID-19 Google Ads credit
Your business got a Google Ads credit to spend this year, now what? Before you spend it, consider these questions first.
Cyberpunk 2077 is in the final stages of development, CDPR confirms
CD Projekt Red has confirmed Cyberpunk 2077 to be in the final stages of development, as well as some major news for their other biggest franchise: over 50 million copies of the Witcher videogames have been sold.
Boris Johnson agrees to go to G7 summit in person in phone call with Donald Trump as two leaders discuss post-Brexit trade deal
Boris Johnson and Donald Trump agreed during a phone call that the upcoming meeting of the leaders of the G7 group of major industrialised nations should be held in person if possible.
Scots primary teacher weds hubby in Zoom ceremony after coronavirus pandemic ruined dream day
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Nigerians to pay stamp duties on ATM printouts, some WhatsApp messages – FIRS
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) revealed that Nigerians will now pay stamp duties on some WhatsApp messages, SMS, and messages via any electronic platform acknowledging receipt of funds. Stamp duties will also be paid by
Vivo X50 Pro full specifications and pricing leaked
Vivo is all set to unleash the Vivo X50 5G and Vivo X50 Pro 5G smartphones on June 1 in China. Yesterday, a Chinese tipster had leaked the specifications of the Vivo X50 smartphone. Another tipster has shared an image on Weibo through the specs of the X50 Pro have been revealed. The leaked image …
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Remastered edition on August 27
Square Enix, which owns the title, had announced the remastered version in 2018 but postponed it twice since then, the latest instance being in January 2020.
Samsung Galaxy Note20's battery could be 4,300 mAh after all
This has been inferred by digging through a certification database.
India sees rises in hacking attempts by disguising as WHO, Google says
Even within India, Google has found that between 50 and 100 users in India were targeted by state-backing phishing attempts in April, a new report states.
VIT M.Tech & MCA admission based on UG performance
Vellore Institute of Technology's (VIT) M.Tech and MCA admissions will be based on Bachelor’s (Under Graduate) degree performance
UK plans new 5G club of 10 democracies, including India: Report
The move to speed up such a club comes as the UK launched an inquiry into Huawei's involvement in the country's mobile network upgrade in the wake of US sanctions against the company.
ICYMI: You will now pay stamp duty on ATM printouts, some WhatsApp messages, says FIRS
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) says Nigerians will now pay stamp duties on WhatsApp messages acknowledging receipt of funds.
NHS Test and Trace data will be stored for two decades
NHS will keep personally identifiable data of coronavirus patients and their contacts for a long duration, a move that has prompted concerns among security experts
Amid COVID-19 Pandemic, Google Offers Anxiety Assessment
As the COVID-19 pandemic takes an increasing toll on mental health, Google on Thursday launched a new tool to help users who search for information on anxiety.
Big Tech’s Tumble: Why AMZN, MSFT And Other FAAMG Stocks Are Stalling
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Top 11 tactics that work to promote your YouTube videos like a pro
Mastering YouTube has become must in the digital world. Here are the sureshot ways you must know as a YouTuber to promote your YouTube videos
Samsung re-releases April 2020 security update for Galaxy M31, The first one bricked some units
Earlier last month, Samsung rolled out April 2020 security patch for Galaxy M31. Unfortunately, the update bricked some of the units and the company rolled back the OTA. Now, at the end of May, the South Korean smartphone maker re-releases the April security patch with a new build. Last time, our unit installed the update …
This week in Apple: Will the iPhone 12 finally abandon the Lightning connector?
Want to know the latest exciting Apple news from the past week? Check out our Apple news roundup for the week ending May 29, 2020.
EXPOSED: Presidency Lied, Technical Issues Blanked Out Buhari While Giving Speech During UN Virtual Meeting
...Contrary to Shehu’s claims, the full video of the virtual meeting obtained by SaharaReporters has indeed proven that President Buhari was knocked out of the meeting while still speaking after feeds from Aso Villa failed to get through to other participants of the important event.
New Nokia Android 10 phones available from Cricket Wireless
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Murky messaging: Facebook allowed 'Death to America' advertising but censors US back-to-work rallies
When it comes to violating Facebook’s guidelines, it is often anyone’s guess what will fly and what will fall.
2021 Buick Envision Gets Stunning Makeover, Plethora Of Safety Tech
Buick revealed the 2021 Envision crossover that’ll arrive early next year, showing off its updating look while announcing standard and available features.
Robinhood Names Surabhi Gupta as VP of Engineering
Robinhood has expanded its Engineering team with the appointment of Surabhi Gupta, who has been named as the Vice President of Engineering.
Neighbours applaud in the street as coronavirus survivor finally comes home
It was a moment his family thought they might never see
The Nintendo Switch just got seven great new games
Nintendo Switch owners can download seven games from three different franchises, as BioShock, Borderlands and XCOM 2 arrive on Nintendo’s console.
PS5 backwards compatibility may require updates to support more PS4 games
According to a now-deleted PlayStation post, the PS5's backwards compatibility library may be extended through system updates.
‘7 Miracles’ film: Experience Jesus in virtual reality
Now you can experience the miracles of Jesus in virtual reality.
In the US, camera phones increasingly expose racism
From the death of a black man in Minneapolis to a racist incident in Central Park, camera phones are increasingly being used as a weapon against racism even when justice doesn't always follow.
The alternate English proficiency test is keeping study abroad plan alive
Every day thousands of the students are regularly in touch with the International Recruitment team of various Universities
Here's why your next phone will have superfast Wi-Fi
Support for Wi-Fi 6E coming to smartphones and routers courtesy of Qualcomm’s new chips.
Refurbished iPhone XR units are now available for sale in the US on Apple's website
Refurbished Apple iPhone XR models are now available for purchase on Apple's website. The 64GB version costs $499, while the 128GB and 256GB variants retail at $539 and $629, respectively. Apple says that all phones come with a new battery, along with a one-year warranty.
German regulator examines stock trades by Wirecard CEO
German regulator examines stock trades by Wirecard CEO
New OnePlus Buds Could Cause Problems For Google Pixel Buds
Google proved wireless earbuds could be smart, but now it has competition from OnePlus.
EU agency: tracing apps must respect fundamental rights
A report on Thursday by the Fundamental Rights Agency (FRA) urges EU governments to respect fundamental rights when using contact-tracing apps to curb the spread of the coronavirus. It also calls for open-source solutions to enhance transparency and confi...
Social distancing: Google's new tool lets you see a two-metre gap with AR | ZDNet
The experimental feature creates a two-metre bubble displayed on top of your real environment.
This robot vacuum and mop from Ecovacs is *checks notes* $250 off
Complete the whole floor cleaning process from an app.
Twitter hides Trump tweet from public, says it glorifies violence
It came just hours after Trump signed an executive order threatening Silicon Valley social media firms with new regulations over free speech.
Google Chrome is going to block websites that abuse notifications
Google Chrome is going to block websites that abuse notifications. In Chrome 84, developers implemented protection against intrusive site notifications.
Last Minute Addition To Louisiana Bill Hamstrings Community Broadband
We've long noted that roughly twenty states have passed laws either outright banning community broadband, or tightly restricting...
Epiroc secures contract from Codelco for Chuquicamata mine in Chile
Epiroc has secured a large equipment and service contract from Chilean state-owned copper miner Codelco for use at its Chuquicamata mine in northern Chile.
The new GPU-Z update adds support for 10th-gen Intel Core processors and the Windows 10 May 2020 update
TechPowerUp has announced a new version (2.32.0) of its popular GPU-Z tool. It adds support for a number of new cards and CPUs, 10th-gen Intel silicon included. This update also includes the more granular detection of stepping in Comet Lake-S processors.
Zoom Stock Is the Tesla of Video Communications
If you think Zoom Video Communications is overvalued, has no moat, and has security issues, just remember that these are all issues Tesla had to overcome as well to deliver amazing shareholder returns.
Twitter Flags Trump and White House Tweets About Minneapolis Protests for 'Glorifying Violence'
Twitter placed a notice on a tweet from President Trump, shielding it from view for breaking what the company said are its rules about glorifying violence [Editor's note: the link may be paywalled; alternative source]. From a report: Mr. Trump's tweet was a comment on the violent protests in Minneso...
Google Has A New AR App That Makes It Easier To Socially Distance
Sometimes, gauging six feet is a bit tough to do. So Google decided to do something about it. Meet Google Sodar, which is an AR app that will help you do
Task Manager creator shares little-known tips and tricks for using the app
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Algorithm quickly simulates a roll of loaded dice
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Xbox Family Settings app for Android ready to download
In an effort to help parents manage their households in this time of COVID-19, Microsoft’s Xbox team has introduced a new app. The Xbox Family Settings App which is still in preview mode on t…
Xiaomi Mi 10: Without good software, a lot of megapixels won't help
Xiaomi advances into new megapixel spheres with its Mi models. But the manufacturer forgets an important point for good smartphone photos: the software.
Google Makes Sharing Plus Codes Easier in a Push To Simplify Addressing System Globally
Two years ago, Google open-sourced Plus Codes, a digital addressing system to help billions of people navigate to places that don't have clear addresses. The company said this week it is making it easier for anyone with an Android device to share its rendition of an address -- a six-digit alphanumer...
Instagram increases focus on Stories: Tests a double-story Stories feed
Instagram increases focus on Stories: Tests a Double-Story Stories Feed. Social media's future seems to be shifting to the Stories format.
11 more healthcare workers at AIIMS test positive for COVID-19
11 healthcare workers including two resident doctors have tested positive for coronavirus at the AIIMS now total reach to 206 staff infected.
Apple is now selling refurbished models of the iPhone XR for $499
Two years after the initial launch, Apple has started selling refurbished models of the iPhone XR on its website. Price begins at $499 for the 64 GB variant and goes up to $639 for the 256 GB variant.
North Korea accuses US of hurting its image with cyber threat warning
Washington renewed accusations last month that Pyongyang was responsible for malicious cyber attacks
Sony to hold another PS5 event on June 4
This one will likely be about games.
Xiaomi Mi Laptop in India to Focus on Creators, Students and Gamers - Don't Expect Affordable Price - Gizchina.com
Xiaomi is finally bringing its Mi Laptop to the Indian market. After seeing numerous teasers, we now have some insights on the product and the portfolio.
US “terminating relationship” with World Health Organization, Trump says
"China has total control over the World Health Organization," Trump claims.
Samsung Exclusive Stores in India are Now Suraksha-Certified for COVID-19 Pandemic - Gizchina.com
Samsung has now undergone Suraksha training program for its Exclusive Stores in India. This means that all stores will follow safety and hygiene guidelines.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 3: what we want to see
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 3 could land soon with more storage and a bigger battery.
Flexible low-voltage high-frequency organic thin-film transistors
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Samsung’s Blockchain Wallet Integrates With Gemini Crypto Exchange
Gemini, the crypto asset exchange founded by the Winklevoss Twins, has become the first exchange to partner with Samsung, the companies announced on Thursday. S
Tile issues complaint against Apple for making its tracking app harder to use
In a letter, viewed by Financial Times, Tile's legal counsel explains that in the past, the Tile app worked seamlessly with the company's Bluetooth-enabled tracking fob. Once the device was paired with the app, users could immediately begin locating the…
Google Suddenly Reverses Major Chrome COVID-19 Security Move
Google will now proceed in rolling out controversial cookie changes that could cause some websites to break.
Tesla Model 3 Cost of Ownership After 2 Years & 50,000+ Miles
An earlier version of this article was originally published on Tesla Oracle. It's been two years and 50,000 miles since Andy Slye, a popular YouTuber, purchased his Tesla Model 3 RWD. After his two-year Tesla anniversary, he shared his Model 3 experience after clocking that many miles on the odometer. According to Andy, the Tesla Model 3 has been the most economical
The coronavirus pandemic is boosting the big tech transformation to warp speed
The coronavirus pandemic has sped up changes that were already happening across society, from remote learning and work to e-health, supply chains and logistics, policing, welfare and beyond. Big tech ...
Google Stadia Pro users are getting six new free games in June
Google has revealed what free games Stadia Pro subscribers are getting in June, which include The Elder Scrolls Online and Little Nightmares.
Powerbeats Pro Will be Launching in June, 4 New Colors, Apple H1 Chip and Hey Siri Voice Command
The original Powerbeats Pro were launched about a year ago. They were among the finest true wireless earphones in the market that were released with the same intelligent hardware that drove the AirPods. Today, we are getting a new iteration with the same name, but with new colors joining the older ones. This is not …
New online hub to help regional Aussies 'make the most' of what tech is available | ZDNet
A tender for the online hub has been published, 18 months after the recommendation was made.
Twitter Censors Official White House Account
After censoring President Donald Trump's personal account, Twitter has now censored the official account of the White House as well.
How to watch Sonic the Hedgehog: stream the new movie online anywhere
Highest-grossing video game movie ever can be streamed anywhere - here's how to watch Sonic the Hedgehog online right now.
Google's new AR tool will visualise social distancing for you
But it's only for Android users
Apple deals on AirPods, iPhone, MacBooks still running with Memorial Day prices
We've rounded up the best Apple Memorial Day sales on AirPods, iPhone, MacBooks, Apple Watch, and more.
Google Voice will soon let G Suite users make a call directly from Gmail
Google will be integrating its Voice service into Gmail, allowing users to make a call right from their inbox. The new capability will roll out to G Suite customers with Voice licenses.
Govt will pay you up to Rs 4 lakh for your suggestions to improve Aarogya Setu app; details inside
The bug bounty program is open for anybody and everybody, including researchers and Aarogya Setu users, until June 26, 2020.
Canceled Google Pixel 4a XL prototype shown off in photos
Some photos of a prototype rear panel of Pixel 4a XL have surfaced online giving us a glimpse at how the device would have looked. Google has shelved its plans of launching a Pixel 4a XL this year.
PlayStation 5 Compatibility Is To Be Added To PS4 Titles Starting From July; Updates To Existing Titles Are “Strongly Recommended”
All PlayStation 4 games will have to feature full PlayStation 5 compatibility starting from July, with updates to existing games being strongly recommended
Amazon Fire TV gets Alexa voice control support for apps like Netflix, Hotstar, Zee5
Alexa on Fire TV lets people check the weather, control smart home, and stream music, among other features.
Google (NASDAQ: GOOGL) Terminates Thousands of Job Offers as It Continues to Battle a Plunge in Ad Revenue
Google has now canceled the job offers of thousands of temporary and contract workers as it continues to battle a decline in ad revenue
Microsoft and Google collaborate on bringing Windows Spellcheck to Chromium-based browsers
Microsoft, in collaborationg with Google, brings the Windows Spellcheck feature to Chromium-based browsers like Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome.
AirPods Pro vs Apple AirPods: is it worth upgrading to the AirPods Pro?
The AirPods Pro go head to head with the 2019 AirPods.
USC Law Prof Jody Armour: Black Lives Matter Highway Protest Caused by 'Festering Wounds'
University of Southern California Law School Professor Jody Armour recently defended a highway protest by Black Lives Matter activists in Los Angeles. On Wednesday, hundreds of protesters blocked traffic on the 101 freeway to bring attention to the death of George Floyd. According to Armour, the protest shows the "festering wounds that haven't actually healed over time here in LA."
AMD to launch 5nm Ryzen processors in 2020 – Report
A new report from Chinese publication DigiTimes claims AMD will use 5nm manufacturing for its Ryzen 4000 series desktop processors.
Xi replies to letter from scientific, technological workers
President Xi Jinping on Friday encouraged scientific and technological workers across China to make new and greater contributions to building China into a global power in science and technology.
Google's 'Sodar' is an AR tool for social distancing
Google has a new augmented reality tool that can help you follow social distancing rules when you do have to venture out of your home.
How to watch Billions season 5 online: stream new episodes anywhere for free
Damien Lewis and Paul Giamatti square-off again - here's how to watch Billions season 5 online and stream every new episode from anywhere.
Sony to host PlayStation 5 games showcase on June 4
Sony on Friday confirmed what we suspected all along – a showcase featuring next-gen PlayStation 5 games is happening next week.
YouTube CEO responds to Trump order threatening web protections
The order calls for new regulations to limit liability protections enjoyed by social-media companies if they “engage in censoring or any political conduct.”
Goldfinch Partners acquires payments fintech Vesta
Goldfinch Partners, a Washington-based private equity firm, has invested $125 million in Vesta in a bid to take control of more than 80% of the Oregon-based payments and fraud detection solution provider.
India using public digital infra to achieve economic goals at home, connect globally: Jawed Ashraf
India's High Commissioner to Singapore Jawed Ashraf further noted that building digital connectivity and partnerships with Singapore and ASEAN countries, is a priority for India and highlighted how technology has been used effectively to achieve public policy goals in the country during COVID-19 disruptions.
VMware CEO After Storming Quarter: “Tech is Stronger than GDP”
VMware CEO: "Tech is stronger than GDP, and software and cloud is stronger than tech."
Samsung Galaxy A71s 5G UW is headed to Verizon
The name has been revealed through a regulatory filing.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh talks to US Secretary of Defence Mark Esper over telephone
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had a telephonic conversation with US Secretary of Defence Mark T Esper on Friday evening at the latter’s request.
Samsung's next smartwatch just got certified, confirming many features
A new Samsung Galaxy Watch has been certified by the FCC, complete with a partial specs list.
‘True Nat' sample testing technique to increase capacity
In view of the increasing load of the samples at the existing testing facilities, the state health department has decided to start district level screening and testing facility. The mission director (MD) of National Health Mission (NHM),Yugal Kishore Pant, said that ‘True Nat’ sample testing
Online resources for kids and families during COVID-19
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Third of child grooming cases involve Facebook apps says UK charity
In more than half of child grooming cases in England and Wales where police recorded information about how the child was groomed, a Facebook-owned app was used.
Huawei edges ahead of Apple’s iPad in the falling Chinese tablet market
The Chinese tablet market has been seeing a decline overall during the first quarter of 2020. But despite the slump in the market, the Chinese vendor, Huawei has managed to edge ahead of Apple’s iPad in the same segment. Earlier this year, the Coronavirus pandemic had initially broken out in China. This caused various complications …
Digital-only local newspapers will struggle to serve the communities that need them most
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DC Appeals Court Dumps Lawsuit Claiming Multiple Tech Companies Are Engaged In An Anti-Conservative Conspiracy
Early last year, a federal court dumped a lawsuit filed by alt-right figureheads Laura Loomer and Freedom Watch (Larry Klayman's...
The Witcher 3 Redux Version 2.8 Redesigns Alchemy Skills and More
A new version of The Witcher 3 Redux mod has been released online, introducing new changes, improved visual effects and more
North American Fintech Firms have Better Access to Regulatory Sandboxes because of United-States-Mexico-Canada Free Trade Agreement: Report
More than $30 billion worth of transactions a year are carried out via the US-Mexico remittance corridor, which is notably one of the world’s largest cross-bo
Dishonored Series Isn’t Actually on Hold, Says Arkane
Arkane Lyon Game Director Dinga Bakaba clarified that Dishonored was never put on hold. A new game would feature new characters, though.
This rugged smartphone has a massive 10,000mAh battery and it's on sale right now
Plenty of features for not a lot of money.
DMK urges PM to withdraw Electricty Bill
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FCC Republican excitedly endorses Trump’s crackdown on social media
Carr backs Trump—but Ajit Pai and rest of FCC did not endorse executive order.
Amazon prepares Summer Sale to win back lost customers
With Prime Day reportedly delayed, the e-commerce giant might still flog some bargains soon
Admission process to Polytechnics revamped
The Administrative Council (AC) which met here under the chairmanship of Lieutenant Governor, G C Murmu, approved the proposal of the Technical Education
PS5 DualSense controller may get wireless charging and extra buttons add-on
Seems there are still secrets to be revealed about the DualSense gamepad.
Electricity: Buhari approves funding for first phase of Siemens power deal
Nigeria's electricity sector may soon receive a great boost as President Muhammadu Buhari has approved funding for the first phase of a deal with Siemens AG.
Facebook, Twitter chart divergent paths in face of Trump threats
While Twitter this week slapped unprecedented fact-checks on presidential tweets, Facebook has adopted a more hands-off strategy, saying it wants to be the online equivalent of the public square, shying away from judging which politicians’ statements are true and which are false.
White House dares Twitter in war over Trump tweets
The tit-for-tat marks a new escalation in the row between Twitter and Donald Trump, who has more than 80 million followers and uses tweets daily to announce policies, attack opponents, and comment on breaking news
Google issued 1,755 warnings to users globally on govt-backed attackers in April
In a blog post, Google said its Threat Analysis Group (TAG) tracks more than 270 targeted or government-backed groups from over 50 countries. It, however, did not clarify which governments have targeted these users.
Robotic Process Automation can help the public sector battle COVID-19
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Hello and welcome: robot waiters to the rescue amid virus
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UDOO BOLT GEAR is an affordable mini PC powered by AMD's Ryzen Embedded APUs, offers Arduino support
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Redesigned leather Apple Watch bands could be coming soon
A new set of leather Apple Watch bands surfaced online in a variety of colors and a redesigned no-loop feel.
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Borderlands: The Handsome Collection is the latest top-notch free PC game from the Epic Games Store
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Favored Tech Announces Global Availability of FT-Nano Green 1008, the Most Advanced Corrosion Protection for Electronic Devices
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National Marker Company (NMC): High-quality custom signs endorsed by Carroll
National Marker Company (NMC) has been providing high-quality safety identification products and custom signs for more than 80 years.
Google could pick up stake in Vodafone Idea
A report in the Financial Times says Alphabet, Google’s parent company, is looking to buy 5 per cent stake in Vodafone's India business.
Zen 3-based Ryzen 4000 desktop chips reportedly built on TSMC's 5nm process
The claim is from DigiTimes (via Tom’s Hardware), which does have a slightly hit-and-miss record when it comes to these things. It states that TSMC is expected to start volume production of an enhanced version of its 5nm finFET process…
Paper-thin gallium oxide transistor handles more than 8,000 volts
People love their electric cars. But not so much the bulky batteries and related power systems that take up precious cargo space.
Renault to cut 15,000 jobs in 'vital' cost-cutting plan
Carmaker Renault said Friday that it would cut nearly 15,000 jobs, including 4,600 at its core French operations, as it seeks to steer out of a cash crunch exacerbated by the coronavirus crisis.
Best flash drives of 2020: USB memory sticks for all your data storage needs
Forget that pile of old USB pen drives in your desk, it's time to upgrade to the best flash drives on the market.
Latest OxygenOS update brings Epic Games to OnePlus devices in India
OnePlus is pushing out a new OxygenOS update to its last-gen devices which adds Epic Games to the Game Space. The update also brings several other improvements.
Facebook Update: Accounts That Keep Going Viral Will Now Be Verified; Identities and Locations are Now Required
Verification will be required by the social media platform to ensure authentic posts from authentic people.
Apple places urgent iPad order with LG following surge in demand in Asia
Apple has placed an urgent order with LG for LCD panels to help it cope with surging iPad demand in Asia.
All new PS4 games will run on PS5 reveals Sony guidelines
Starting from July, any new PS4 games will need to run on the PS5, suggesting Sony's going all in on its backwards compatibility features.
Trump to exercise the might of his presidential powers on Twitter for daring to fact-check his tweets
He is working on signing an executive order to make the companies liable for content on their platforms but it may not pass Congress' muster
Really Australia, it's not that hard: 10 reasons why renewable energy is the future
Australia's latest greenhouse gas figures released today show national emissions fell slightly last year. This was by no means an economy-wide effort—solar and wind energy did most of the heavy lifting.
Razer unveils new workstation to woo creative professionals
Razer’s new Blade 15 Studio Edition boasts Intel i7 processor and Nvidia Quadro RTX GPU.
Apple begins selling refurbished iPhone XRs
Apple has started selling refurbished versions of its iPhone XR, MacRumors has reported. Prices start at $499 for the 64GB model, giving you a factory-renewed phone with a one year warranty, box and cables for $100 off the price for a brand new model.
Volkswagen invests 2 billion euros in Chinese electric vehicle sector
Volkswagen said on Friday it will invest around 2 billion euros ($2.2 billion) in two Chinese companies in the electric vehicle sector, calling it "the world's biggest market".
Hyundai signs deal with Sony Pictures – carmaker’s models to feature in upcoming Spider-Man movies
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Google Android Studio 4.0 released with a new Motion editor -
Google Android Studio 4.0 released with a new Motion editor. In addtion to Motion Editor, it also comes with a plethora of new features
These are all the features killed by Microsoft in Windows 10 May 2020 Update
Cortana’s consumer skills, or some of them, have got the chop, among other features.
Sony confirms major PlayStation 5 reveal event will take place on June 4
Sony has confirmed that after months of anticipation, it will finally reveal a suite of games that are ccoming to its next-gen PS5 console.
Obituary: Nagasaki survivor loved life — and won our hearts
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100 Million Android users are affected by this Chinese Spyware App
In recent Android builds, the operating system has offered its users an improved degree of control over what resources or areas an application has access to. However, this system is still abused by many applications that do not require many of the permissions they require to operate. Now, a Chinese developer’s apps have been labeled …
Lego's 1:8 scale model kit of the Lamborghini Sian might actually be more desirable than the real car
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Marauding monkeys attack lab technician and steal Covid-19 tests
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ACT Fibernet hikes broadband rates in 8 Indian cities - here's why
The fiber-to-home internet service provider has announced that the hikes would range between 2 and 4% though in the case of select plans the upward revision could be higher.
Realme's new smartwatch and fitness tracker might have Fitbit's devices beat
Realme's new range of products just launched, including a new smartphone, fitness tracker and smartwatch.
Woman sets herself ablaze after husband refuses to buy smartphone
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Best laptop for programming in 2020: top picks for coders, developers and sysadmins
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IoT labels will help consumers figure out which devices are spying on them
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Twitter posts warning on official White House tweet
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UFC live stream: watch Fight Night and PPV events online anywhere
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Infinix Hot 9, Infinix Hot 9 Pro are budget phones with quad cameras and Android 10 software; price starts at Rs 8,499
The Infinix Hot 9 has been launched at Rs 8,499 while the Infinix Hot 9 Pro will cost Rs 9,499.
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Samsung’s Exynos 850 is an 8nm chip for budget Android smartphones
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ZTE Patents New Foldable Smartphone, And It's… Interesting
ZTE has submitted a patent for a new foldable smartphone, and it is actually quite interesting. This patent has been submitted with CNIPA (China National
Windows 10 May 2020 update roll out begins: Here are key features and how you can download it
The update brings Specialized Display feature that enables the screen to be dedicated to a specific purpose.
Hello and welcome: Robot waiters to the rescue amid virus
You can always count on a robot for perfect timing.
Insurtech Trov Partners With P&C Insurer Seguros Sura Brazil to Bring On-Demand Insurance to Brazil
Trov, a U.S.-based insurtech company, announced earlier this week it has formed a new partnership with Seguros Sura Brazil, a Latin American P&C insurer, to
MarTech Minute: Criteo’s Retail Media ad platform, Agilify Training’s virtual Scrum Master course
A quick round up of the latest marketing technology news and announcements.
Xbox Series X will be able to play your older games in HDR and up to 120fps; here’s why it matters
Microsoft just revealed the upcoming Xbox Series X’s biggest feature.
Trump threatens 'shooting' response to Minneapolis riot over police killing
Trump threatens 'shooting' response to Minneapolis riot over police killing
Vodafone Great British Tech Appeal Will Redistribute 10k Phones and Tablets to Those in 'Digital Poverty'
Vodafone is has announced that it's partnering with Barnardo's for the Great British Tech Appeal, to get 10,000 phones and tablets to the people that need them most.
Sex Education season 3: release date, cast, trailer and what we know
What to expect from Sex Education season 3, now that Netflix has confirmed another season is on the way.
Google’s AR tool helps you measure two meters to maintain proper social distancing
A new way to measure up to good social distancing.
NHS Test and Trace Programme Hit by Further Technical Problems on Second Day
The United Kingdom's new track and tracing program has been introduced in order for users to report symptoms in order to more effectively identify new cases of the...
Realme Buds Q Heading to India with a Below $26 Price Tag
Realme Buds Q will soon make its way to the Indian market with an ultra affordable price tag. Find out more about the pricing and availability in this story
Vodafone Idea: No proposal before Board on stake sale to Google, but evaluating various opportunities
The Financial Times had reported that Google was exploring to buy a 5% stake in Vodafone Idea.
American Civil Liberties Union Sues Clearview AI for Violating Privacy
Clearview AI, the developer of a facial-recognition tool used by law enforcement agencies, is currently facing charges from the American Civil Liberties Union for violating people's rights to privacy.
Sony Making Games That “Can Only be Enjoyed on PS5,” Xbox Crossgen Approach Not for Them
Xbox Series X games will also be available on Xbox One, but Sony has again flatly rejected that approach for the upcoming PS5.
Google Sodar App To Help Android Users in Social Distancing, But Not All Android Users Can Avail
Sodar is only compatible with flagship Android phones, and iPhones are out of the question. Google creates an app that would help people practice social distancing, but it's not available for all.
The best laptops of 2020 in Australia: our picks of the top laptops on sale now
After thoroughly reviewing and comparing this year's laptops, we've picked the best ones currently available in Australia.
Better Buy: Zoom Video Communications vs. Microsoft
Both companies are enjoying strong growth. But is the new tech upstart or the veteran the superior investment choice?
Nearly half of ecommerce searches on Google drive no traffic
Retailers are finding organic search is not generating the same volume of traffic as before.
Samsung's new Galaxy Book Flex borrows the Note 10's S Pen
Samsung has announced its lineup of laptops for 2020, including a new convertible in the form of the Galaxy Book Flex
Xiaomi Mi 10 5G gets virtual-reality hands-on experience as well
After providing customers a Mi 10 Youth VR experience, Xiaomi is now doing the same with the its flagship - Xiaomi Mi 10.
Getting the most out of video for remote meetings
A deep dive into how to make videos for remote working successful.
Despite Trump's recent executive orders, Twitter is not backing down on deploying its policies against the US president
Twitter has placed public interest notice on a few tweets by Trump warning users that the post
Demand For These Autonomous Delivery Robots Is Skyrocketing During This Pandemic
Although there is much unknown about the way the world will be post-coronavirus, we're certain that it will include autonomous delivery robots in our workplaces, public spaces, and streets. This technology was given a boost during coronavirus as a viable way for people to receive food and medicine.
Nearly half of the Twitter accounts discussing 'reopening America' may be bots
Encountering a bot account while scrolling through Twitter is more likely to occur in the era of COVID-19. Carnegie Mellon University researchers have discovered that much of the discussion around the ...
Google cautions EU on AI rule-making
Google says that the EU's current definition of AI is so broad that it 'effectively puts all contemporary software potentially in scope'
Trump Is Doing All of This for Zuckerberg
The new executive order targeting social-media companies isn’t really about Twitter.
American Airlines Flight Attendant Banned from Wearing Face Shield Despite Being Effective Protection Against COVID-19
A flight attendant claimed that she was not allowed to wear a face shield because it does not fit in with American Airlines' 'image standards.'
The Eve Spectrum gaming monitor is specced out for next-gen AMD and Nvidia GPUs
As one of the first to sport HDMI 2.1 connectivity, the Spectrum enables "Adaptive Sync on next-gen Nvidia over HDMI"
Sonic the Hedgehog is officially getting a sequel
A new Sonic the Hedgehog movie has been given the green light by Paramount Pictures and Sega.
‘Borderlands: The Handsome Collection’ Is Free On The Epic Games Store For PC Until June 4
It contains 2 whole games and all associated DLC.
Carluke man suffering from coronavirus met newborn great-granddaughter via Zoom call
Staff at University Hospital Wishaw arranged the special moment.
100 million Android phones are affected by this Spyware - Gizchina.com
100 million Android phones are affected by this Spyware. a Chinese developer has been classified as Spyware due to its dangerous apps.
LG Sees Surge in Apple Orders for iPad LCD Panels [Report]
Apple has reportedly asked LG Display to quickly supply a larger than expected number of iPad LCD panels.
Original Google Pixel is Back in Stock for Just $97, Fully Unlocked and Renewed
The original Google Pixel smartphone, complete with 32GB of internal storage and black color is back in stock for a low price of just $97.
Google launches Plus Codes for Maps
Google has announced its Plus Codes feature is now available in Google Maps for Android.
Google reportedly rescinds 2,000 contract worker jobs
Google said it would slow hiring "given that we are faced with a global crisis of uncertain depth and duration."
Nokia foldable phone project is still alive
Nokia Anew, a very good and usually reliable source of all things about Nokia phones, tweeted information that might define the state of Nokia Mobile, a project which HMD Global has been running fo…
Virgin Media high street stores won't reopen after lockdown
Virgin Media shifts from high street to online.
Rumor: AMD’s 7nm “Vermeer” Zen 3 desktop CPUs to be succeeded by “Warhol” Ryzen 5000 series CPU lineup
According to a recent tweet posted by "MebiuW", coming via "Videocardz", one Codename for AMD's future Ryzen 5000 series Zen 3 processor lineup has been spotted.
Which tech learnings should we keep from lockdown?
The last few months have been a steep learning curve for both IT and business leaders.
Tamron Teases a New Versatile Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount
Tamron plans to keep expanding its lineup of excellent full-frame Sony E-Mount lenses. In a teaser released earlier this morning, the company showed off what looks to be a versatile zoom lens that will (rough translation) “delicately depict any scenery.”
Digital Asset XRP Liquidty Sets All-Time High Just Weeks After New Lawsuit Filed Against Fintech Ripple
XRP liquidity via the Mexican and Australian corridor recently reached another all-time high. The digital asset’s European corridor liquidity has also incr
Here’s where Google Pixel Buds are in stock today
Google's Pixel Buds quickly sold out after launch, but the popular truly wireless earbuds are still in stock at some retailers. Here's where.
The new Raspberry Pi has double the RAM of previous models
The Raspberry Pi Foundation has launched an 8GB version of the Raspberry Pi 4 along with a beta of its 64-bit Raspberry Pi OS.
PruPay Building Text-Based Payments System with PayPal
Payments technology company PruPay has teamed up with Paypal to develop a text-based payments system, allowing merchants to request one-time payments from customers.
Google Sodar uses augmented reality to help enforce social distancing
By drawing a virtual arc with a two-meter radius using augmented reality, Sodar is a web app created by Google to help enforce social distancing. It runs only on Android devices via Google Chrome.
Judge demands Capital One release Mandiant cyberforensic report on data breach | ZDNet
Attorneys suing the company will now have access to the report in preparation for a potential trial.
Virtual Congress: House Financial Service Committee Fintech Task Force Schedules Meeting on Inclusive Banking
The House Financial Services Committee has posted its list of hearings for the month of June. The Committee like other Congressional committees has mi
Trump's Final Executive Order On Social Media Deliberately Removed Reference To Importance Of Newspapers To Democracy
We wrote a detailed breakdown of the President's silly, nonsensical, legally wrong Executive Order regarding social media...
White House, Trump accounts both get Twitter rulebreaker warning
Twitter waited almost four years into the term to act, and Trump's not happy.
Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 3 delayed by a week
Epic pushes the next season out by a week, but an interim event should tide you over
Sony announces PS5 games reveal event for next week
Sony has finally broken its silence over the PlayStation 5 and is promising to show off its launch games during an event next week.
Labrador Gold announces private placement to raise $3.5m
Canadian mining company Labrador Gold has announced that it intends to complete a non-brokered private placement to raise CAD3.5m ($2.54m).
Cryptocurrency Exchange & Custodian Gemini Announces New Partnership With Samsung
Gemini Trust Company, LLC (Gemini), a cryptocurrency exchange and custodian, announced on Thursday it is collaborating with Samsung Electronics to power the Sam
MeECL oppose Electricity Bill, to supports protest
Employees and engineers of the Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited (MeECL) has extended its support to the call of “national protest day” on June 1 against the Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2020 and proposed privatisation of DISCOM.
Google sends 1755 warnings to accounts targeted by state-backed attackers
WHO spoofs surge during coronavirus outbreak.
Digital Transformation: Only 40% of Consumers Expect to Visit Physical Bank Branches After COVID-19, a Survey by Fintech Novantas Reveals
The month of April 2020 saw a dramatic 200% surge in the number of new mobile banking registrations, meanwhile, mobile banking traffic increased by 85%, accordi
Liberia embarks on a cost-reflective electricity pricing study
In efforts to attaining cost-reflective electricity pricing, the Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission has begun a Cost of Service Study.
This Year's Apple MacBook To Come With ARM-based Chip
Project Kalamata has been on Apple fans' lips since 2012. And now, it turns out this year's Apple MacBook will come with the first ARM-based chip.
Tech industry group CEO: 'Amazon is basically providing for the country at this point'
Tech companies have seen increased demand and greater success during the pandemic fallout.
Trump's social media order expected to have agencies review whether Twitter, Facebook can be sued for content
President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order Thursday designed—in theory—to make it easier to sue social media companies such as Twitter, days after the site placed a fact check label on ...
Google Pixel 4a XL leaks may show us what the apparently-canceled phone looked like
Apparently, the Google Pixel 4a XL has been canceled, but that hasn't stopped some people leaking renders of the thing.
‘Wild Rift’: See the first official gameplay for ‘League of Legends’ on mobile and console
LOS ANGELES, May 29 — League of Legends studio Riot Games is to showcase its flagship’s official mobile and console version in a May 29 presentation, starting at 8am PDT/11am EDT/3pm UTC. To demonstrate what League of Legends: Wild Rift is all about in a May 29 gameplay reveal, design lead...
IOCL Recruitment 2020: Deadline for online application for engineers, graduate apprentice extended; Details
The recruitment of engineers/officers or engagement of graduate apprentice engineers (GAEs) would be done through the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2020.
Take That live stream: how to watch the reunion concert tonight from anywhere for free
Special charity gig sees Robbie reunite with Gary, Howard, and Mark - here's how to watch the Take That concert live online and from anywhere tonight.
Scammers target Google Docs and Microsoft Sway to steal user credentials: Barracuda Networks
Of the nearly 100,000 form-based attacks detected between January 1 and April 30, Google file sharing and storage websites were used in 65% of attacks, making up 4% of all spear-phishing attacks in the first four months of 2020.
Solar probe to pass through comet's tail for 'bonus science'
The European Space Agency said Friday that its Solar Orbiter probe will pass through the tail of a comet in the coming days and scientists plan to switch on its instruments early to conduct some 'bonus science.'
Roger Goodell: NFL plans to allow coaches back in team facilities next week
The NFL is about to take one small step toward restoring normalcy. Commissioner Roger Goodell announced Thursday following a virtual owners meeting that coaching staffs are expected to be allowed back
Japan Netflix star's death sparks calls for cyberbullying rules
The death of a young Japanese reality TV star targeted by online abuse has sparked an outpouring of grief in the country and calls for stronger measures to tackle cyberbullying.
Sick of website notifications? Google Chrome will soon block the worst offenders
Google is taking action against abuse of notifications and permissions requests.
OnePlus 8 Pro Receives OxygenOS 10.5.9, Color Filter Camera is Now Disabled
OnePlus 8 Pro is receiving the new OxygenOS 10.5.9 which disables the much controversial Color Filter camera for the time being.
Monkeys steal blood samples of Covid-19 patients from lab technician in India
Authorities said they were not clear if the monkeys had spilled the blood samples.
Samsung's global wearables shipments grew by 71% for the first quarter of 2020
The latest IDC report on the wearables market (for the first quarter of 2020 (1Q2020)) shows that its watch sector declined. However, this shortfall was addressed by gains made by the audio and band categories. Apple remained the #1 brand in terms of shipments, although Samsung posted the greatest year-on-year (YoY) growth.
League of Legends: Wild Rift gets its first real mobile gameplay demo
League of Legends: Wild Rift was first announced some time ago, but today, we got our first in-depth look at its actual gameplay. All in all, the game is still League of Legends at heart -- the core mechanics and…
Warning to parents after cyber criminals attack school website
Parents have been advised to be cautious of any emails containing personal information
Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Winklevoss deal brings BTC trade to Samsung users in US and Canada’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin every fucking day. Welcome to another edition of Bitcoin Today, where I, Satoshi Nakaboto, tell you what’s been going on with Bitcoin in the past 24 hours. As Stephen Hawking used to say: Let’s get this bread! Bitcoin price We closed the day, May 28 2020, at […]
Here’s what would have been the Google Pixel 4a XL
There have been tons of leaks about the Google Pixel 4a over the past few months, but nothing about the handset's larger variant, the Pixel 4a XL.
PUBG Mobile Mysterious Jungle mode releases on June 1
PUBG Mobile India Series 2020 tournament recently which would go on for about a month and involve several teams that compete in a preliminary round and some invitees too
Jay Leno, Elon Musk Hop Into 2021 Tesla Cybertruck - Video
Former "Tonight Show" host Jay Leno Leno visited Space X headquarters in Hawthorne, California, on Wednesday to try out a prototype of the latest vehicle made by...
'Anti-5G quantum machine' turns out to just be 128MB USB drive
5GBioShield USB Key claims to protect from "dangerous effects" of 5G networks - but is just a cheap USB drive and a sticker.
The best soundbars for TV shows, movies and music in 2020
We've tested the best soundbars to boost your TV's audio.
GM Chinese Brand Wuling Launches New Electric Minivan
Originally published on EV Obsession. Wuling, a brand of General Motors, recently launched its first electric minivan. The Rong Guang EV, which is an electrified upgrade to the 2008 Rong Guang, will have two variants that will meet the needs of businesses and personal users. For businesses, the commercial version will have a sealed side and back
How can light supercharge the future of data?
The future of expanding our wireless capabilities lies in leveraging the light spectrum.
In a technology-reliant time, researcher studies why people with disabilities are less likely to use technology
In a time when people are self-isolating due to COVID-19 restrictions, technology allows people to work from home through Zoom and to chat with friends and family through social media. This is not so ...
Najib Razak Allegedly Engaged Services Of Israeli Cyber Startup To Spy On Opposition
It’s been two years since Malaysia made history by electing a new party to lead the country and dethroned the former prime minister, Najib Razak, and the
OnePlus will not be releasing any more 'McLaren Edition' phones
The collaboration between OnePlus and British sports car maker McLaren has come to an end. OnePlus is unlikely to release any new 'McLaren Edition' phone in the future.
A Tokyo Hospital Is Livestreaming Surgeries in Virtual Reality
The Tokyo Women's Medical University started livestreaming surgery in virtual reality as a COVID-19 safety measure that may make education more accessible.
New Google tool helps you enforce social distancing with your camera
Google has launched a new experimental web-app dubbed Sodar that uses augmented reality to help you enforce social distancing in public.
Best free games 2020: the top free games to download on PC
Playing the best free games is the quickest road to saving a whole lotta cash while still getting the best gaming experience. We picked 45 of the best free games on offer right now, so you can have your pick in 2020.
Only 2 of YouTube's earliest employees are still at the company — here's what YouTube's first 10 employees are up to now (GOOG, GOOGL)
YouTube has come a long way since 2005. Back then, YouTube had only 10 employees, plus cofounders Chad Hurley and Steve Chen.
Thierry Delaporte, the first foreign CEO of Wipro, is no stranger to Indian IT
Delaporte, who joined Capgemini in 1995, through its acquisition of Sogeti, started with auditing. Soon, he led the finance operations for the company across regions outside of Europe. He moved to sales and later led Capgeminis Global Financial Services Strategic Business Unit before moving on to head the companys Latin American operations.
LG Display asked to step up production as iPad demand ‘surged’ in Asia
While sales of Apple's tablet in China may have suffered in the first quarter of the year, a report today says that iPad demand has surged in Asia since ...
Monkeys steal coronavirus samples after attacking lab technician in India, sparking fears it could spread contamination
The monkeys took three samples Meerut Medical College in Uttar Pradesh, India, today. Police say there is a risk of the infection spreading as the monkeys move around residential areas.
Google Maps makes it easier to use and send Plus Codes
For those of us that have got our home or office addresses committee to memory, the idea of a place not having an easy address to know or any address at all is somewhat unthinkable. But Google says…
New Zealand Government Seeking To Expand Its Internet Censorship Powers
New Zealand has been in the censorship business for years, but the government appears to believe it's still not doing enough...
Video calls, GPay: Sex workers turn to tech to earn a living in Tamil Nadu
For the past two months, Lakshmi* has hardly stepped out of her home. But every night, after her children go to bed, the 35-year-old sex worker puts o
[Update 2: Metro Games] Google Stadia adds Jotun and Sundered, announces Elder Scrolls Online launch date, and rolls out 1440p streaming
Google Stadia is now adding a couple of games to their library as well as additional content for existing ones. Oh, and 1440p streaming too.
Google To Enable the Chrome Anti-Notification Spam System in July 2020
Google announced this week plans to enable its new anti-notification spam system in Chrome over the summer, with the release of Chrome 84, on July 12, 2020. From a report: Known internally as the "quieter notification permission UI," this Chrome component works by blocking sites from showing notific...
How to watch One Tree Hill online: stream every episode from anywhere
Return to Tree Hill High School as half-brothers Lucas and Nathan compete in love and basketball - here's how to watch One Tree Hill online.
Canada’s Huawei extradition ruling could unleash Chinese backlash
A Canadian court ruling that could permit the extradition of a senior Huawei Technologies executive to the US leaves Canada vulnerable to further retaliation from Beijing, analysts said.
New scam alert: Don’t share WhatsApp verification PIN with anyone
The scammers use WhatsApp logo as profile picture and this has prompted many unsuspecting users to provide their verification code.
Report: After July, all new PS4 games must run on the PS5 according to Sony
New games must work on both consoles
The coronavirus could mark the rise of automation
The coronavirus pandemic has caused a massive surge in global unemployment. It has also highlighted the increasingly valuable role of automation in today's world.
100 Indian users warned of govt-backed phishing attacks: Google
100 Indian users warned of govt-backed phishing attacks: Google. In a blog post, Google said its Threat Analysis Group tracks more than 270 targeted or government-backed groups from over 50 countries. It, however, did not clarify which governments have targeted these users.
Facebook, Twitter chart divergent paths in face of Trump threats
Twitter and Facebook have both sparked the ire of Donald Trump, but the social networks have taken nearly opposite approaches to politics and the US president.
Whistleblower exposes 'test and trace' shambles : Operators who aren't properly trained - and had no idea the system was going live. Tech blunders. Woeful security and abject apologies
With great fanfare, Boris Johnson last week announced a 'world beating' army of contact tracers whose job is to stop coronavirus in its tracks.
Liverpool players joined by wives for catch-up on Zoom
Firmino, Fabinho, Alisson and their wives met virtually as a date was set for the Premier League to restart
Sales of electric vehicles increase
Portugal has seen sales of electric or hybrid cars increase in the first quarter by 57 percent, compared to the same period in 2019, but associations fear that the trend will fall due to Covid-19.
Testing times: NHS Tayside scrambles to find contact tracers
NHS Tayside chiefs have been forced into a last minute scramble to redeploy staff to ensure they can roll out the Scottish Government’s test and protect strategy.
Apple's iPhone XR now available refurbished from $499
Apple's iPhone XR is now available from Apple's refurbished store with savings of up to $120.
UK joins COVID-19 High Performance Computing consortium
Consortium is attempting to use supercomputers in the quest to find cures for COVID-19.
This Jet-Powered Electric Surfboard Lets You Surf Without Waves
Time to learn how? Supposedly just 5 minutes ...
Learn to set up two-step verification in WhatsApp
“You should never share your WhatsApp verification code with others,” WhatsApp says.
Tesla performance opens door to Elon Musk payday
Tesla has hit financial marks that let its colorful chief executive Elon Musk reap the first portion of a multi-billion dollar compensation package, the electric car maker said Thursday.
Finding Comfort Outside Of The MegaTechs
Megatech has done well lately. But for investors over allocated to Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Microsoft and Alphabet, there are other tech stocks with good growth prospects and strong balance sheets.
Clean energy is outperforming fossil fuels in America, UK and Europe
Renewable power is outperforming fossil fuels in US and European markets, according to a new report published by Imperial College Business School.
There is no specific crime of catfishing. But is it illegal?
Twenty-year-old Sydney woman Renae Marsden died by suicide after she was the victim of an elaborate catfishing scam.
Zoom Video Jumps to Record With Market Cap Now Above $50 Billion
Zoom Video Communications Inc. soared to a record on Friday with a rally in the last hour of trading helping the company close with a market value above $50 billion for the first time.
No, Twitter Fact Checking The President Is Not Evidence Of Anti-Conservative Bias
I know we've gone through this a bunch already, but there remains no evidence to support the claims of "anti-conservative...
Trump takes on social media sites after Twitter dares to fact-check his wildly inaccurate claims
In what can best be described as one of the biggest tantrums ever, US President Donald Trump is taking his fury out on social media sites following Twitter fact-checking two of his tweets and showing his claims to be wrong.
Almost all firms 'forced to rethink tech priorities'
Global pandemic triggers shift to an almost completely digital working set-up.
Endeavour receives shareholder approval for Semafo merger
Endeavour Mining has announced that its shareholders have voted “overwhelmingly” in favour of its acquisition of Semafo, which was announced in March.
Nagpur Police rejoin over 47k migrants with their families
Nagpur: City police in association with NGOs, till date have rejoined sum of 47510 labours with their families in 11 states including Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Gujrat, West Bengal, J&K, Odisha, Jharkhand and Maharashtra, reveals the data tabled by Nagpur Police. A total of 12000 migrant workers were departed by 12 Shramik […]
French carmaker Renault announces 15,000 job cuts worldwide
Renault, the French carmaker announces its cost-cutting plan of over three years. Renault will have 15,000 job cuts worldwide
Cruz calls for criminal investigation into Twitter over alleged Iranian sanction violations
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) on Friday called on the Trump administration to open a criminal investigation into allegations that Twitter had violated U.S. sanctions on Iran.
Inertia and the power grid: A guide without the spin
The power grid is evolving to include ever-higher levels of wind and solar generation—which do not provide inertia, historically a key source of grid reliability. Should system planners and operators ...
Google rolls out ‘Chat’ service as Progressive Web App that will give 'a faster and more secure experience'
Google Chat app has a wider compatibility and can work on Windows, macOS, Chrome OS and Linux.
9to5Rewards: Still time to win the 2020 iPhone SE from Incipio
Readers still have time to win the 2020 iPhone SE from 9to5Rewards. Head below to enter the giveaway and check out one of the best new cases for iPhone SE...
New WhatsApp Warning As This Malicious Hack Strikes Again: Here’s What You Do
This WhatsApp hack is claiming victims around the world—with a new twist: Here's how you protect your account.
How to Check The Health of Your iPhone Battery
You can check on your iPhone battery's health to see how if it has deteriorated from when you first bought the device.
Hello and welcome: robot waiters to the rescue amid virus
You can always count on a robot for perfect timing.
Twitter Takes No Action Against Viral Tweet Stating 'Violence IS the Answer'
Twitter censored tweets from President Donald Trump and the White House, falsely alleging that they "glorified violence." But it has also allowed a tweet from a user claiming "violence IS the answer" to go viral, accumulating over 60,000 retweets over the course of nearly three days.
Xiaomi is launching a brand new variant of its laptop targeted at India
The laptop that Xiaomi is set to launch in India isn't a part of the current Mi Notebook portfolio. The Chinese manufacturer will instead launch a customized variant targeted at the Indian market.
Starling Bank lands £40m from existing backers
Starling Bank has raised an additional £40 million in funding from existing backers, adding to its £60 million raise in February, TechCrunch reports.
Flynn Asked Russian for Alliance Against ‘Radical Islamists’ on Infamous Phone Call
When Donald Trump’s national security adviser-designate made his fateful phone calls with the Russian ambassador, the conversations that set in motion his downfall had a goal behind them. Drawing closer to the rival power that interfered in the 2016 election didn’t occur for its own sake, transcripts
SMEs need a tech upgrade to survive in the Covid-19 economy
Promoted | Strict lockdown restrictions and social distancing measures aimed at curbing the spread of the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) shut down businesses and limited human movement.
Salesforce Stock Still a Buy as Its Software Gains Influence
Salesforce stock took a tumble after Q1 earnings, but ditching CRM stock now would be rather shortsighted.
How to develop accurate and efficient methods for audiovisual content management
Audiovisual media content is not only an essential tool for communication and entertainment, it is also seen as a useful source of modern history. To enable everyone to benefit from such informative documents, ...
Binance USD (BUSD) Stablecoin Added to KyberSwap Exchange and other dApps based on Kyber Network
BUSD (Binance USD), a stablecoin pegged 1:1 with the US dollar, will be accessible via the KyberSwap exchange and other decentralized applications (dApps) and p
B2B Payments, Financing Lead Week’s FinTech Funding
B2B FinTech investors target B2B payments and small business financing with new funding rounds for Fundbox, Suryoday and others.
NSA Warns of New Sandworm Attacks on Email Servers
The US National Security Agency (NSA) has published a security alert warning of a new wave of cyberattacks against email servers, attacks conducted by one of Russia's most advanced cyber-espionage units. From a report: The NSA says that members of Unit 74455 of the GRU Main Center for Special Techno...
Xiaomi is working on a Dimensity 1000+ smartphone
The MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ supports the industry’s highest 144Hz refresh rate and SA and NSA dual-mode 5G.
Wearable device shipments increased nearly 30 percent YoY in Q1
Notably, IDC said growth was disproportionately spread across various form factors of wearables. The earwear category grew an impressive 68.3 percent and accounted for 54.9 percent of the entire wearables market. Fitness trackers, meanwhile, grew by 16.2 percent during the same period.
Kaspersky CEO: Cyberattacks on hospitals during COVID-19 considered terrorist attacks
As the world reels from the COVID-19 global pandemic, the virtual world is also susceptible to cyberattacks during the time of crisis. In fact, cybersecurity researchers over at Kaspersky have previously discovered that malicious parties have taken advantage of the current situation with a host of scams and malware attacks on unsuspecting parties.
OnePlus no longer working with McLaren to make phones
OnePlus is no longer working with the sportscar brand McLaren to make orange high-end smartphones.
Samsung Exclusive Stores in India are now certified for safety by Suraksha
Every Samsung Exclusive Store in India is now Suraksha-certified to ensure consumer safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. Suraksha (meaning 'protection' in Hindi) is a public private initiative that a
Mark Zuckerberg says he had a 'visceral negative reaction' to Trump's post about shooting protesters but says the post will stay on Facebook (FB)
Mark Zuckerberg has broken his silence on Donald Trump's warning about "shooting" protesters to say that while he had a "visceral negative reaction to it," Facebook will not take it down.
Sony PlayStation 5 reveal event dated for June 4
Sony to unveil new games in hourlong presentation
Excellent Deal: Apple iPhone 6s with 32GB Storage for Just $139
A fully unlocked and renewed Apple iPhone 6s smartphone is available for just $139, featuring 32GB of internal storage and Space Gray color.
Indian Fintech U GRO Capital Partners Global Value Creation Partners to Offer Better Online Lending Services to SMEs
Indian Fintech U GRO Capital, an online lending platform for SMEs, has teamed up with Global Value Creation Partners (GVCP), in order to provide better financin
Ulefone Discounts Its Smartphones Up To 50%
Ulefone has decided to discount a couple of its smartphones up to 50%. The devices have been discounted in the company’s official store, by the way.
Hello and welcome: robot waiters to the rescue amid virus
RENESSE, Netherlands - You can always count on a robot for perfect timing.When Shaosong Hu saw robotic waiters serving food in China last fall, he knew exac
Sony to develop PS5 exclusives which will not be playable on PS4
Sony plans to release PlayStation 5 exclusives which would not be playable on PS4.
This Marvel fan will change the way you watch the MCU
This Marvel fan broke down the entire chronology of the MCU with timestamps, and it's quite a trip.
Flashback: Project Veritas Revealed Extent of Twitter Bias
In 2018, investigative news group Project Veritas investigated Twitter exposing the bias of many of its employees and the secretive tactics that Twitter used to suppress speech on the platform.
Globe continues to build its 5G network despite GCQ
As the country slowly works its way into the new normal, Globe remains steadfast in building its 5G network for launching in the coming weeks, following the transition of key areas from Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine to General Community Quarantine.
Western Digital gets sued for sneaking SMR disks into its NAS channel
WD clearly underestimated the consumer outrage they'd face over SMR disks.
Ted Cruz Calls for Criminal Investigation of Twitter for Potentially Violating Sanctions Against Iran
Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) has called on the Justice and Treasury departments to launch a criminal investigation of Twitter over allegations that the firm is violating U.S. sanctions against Iran.
Rumor | Shocking PS5 rumors claim unstable CPU and GPU clocks, unattractive box design, quiet and efficient cooling solution, 40% worse ray tracing than the Xbox Series X, and a US$499 price tag for the PlayStation 5
A highly dubious PS5 leak has appeared on an imageboard website with a series of claims made about the next-gen console. Apparently, the CPU and GPU clocks are unstable and the PS5 design is “ugly”. However, these cons are countered by pros such as silent and efficient cooling, an incredible dashboard, and a price of US$499 for the PlayStation 5.
Nokia’s foldable phone project rumoured to still be alive
Nokia seems to have reduced steam in terms of product release compared to the early days of HMD Global’s revival of the brand. That has no stopped the company from giving a thought to the idea of a foldable pie. Earlier this year it was rumoured that the company was working on a foldable smartphone …
COVID-19 Update: Virus Found in Bats is 'Closest Relative' of SARS-CoV-2; 6 Feet Not Enough to Avoid COVID-19, Experts Say
Experts discovered a new virus in bats that is currently the closest relative of SARS-CoV-2. Medical experts claimed that 6 feet is not far enough to avoid contracting the novel coronavirus.
Future Of Connected, Autonomous, Shared, And Electric Performance Motor Bikes - The BMW Motorrad Way
As it approaches its centenary, how does venerated motorcycle manufacturer BMW Motorrad plan to engage with the connected, autonomous, shared, and electric (CASE) revolution? To learn more, I turned to the consummate industry insider: company CEO, Dr. Markus Schramm.
Bungie to Reveal What’s Next for Destiny 2 on June 9th
The next chapter of Destiny 2 should be revealed on June 9th, according to game developer Bungie, who is still 'committed to the game'.
2024 BMW M5 Rumored To Go Electric And Offer Bugatti Veyron Power
Looks like an all-electric M5 will be on the horizon for BMW, as the German manufacturer plays catch up in the EV scene.
Nigeria: FG pushes conclusion of the electricity deal with Siemens
President Buhari has instructed commencement of the next phase of the Siemens contract to upgrade the dilapidated electricity supply industry in Nigeria.
Fired Samsung worker climbs down Seoul tower after year-long protest
Dismissed in 1995 for union activism, one man took on South Korea's most powerful conglomerate and has finally reached a settlement. For over 300 days, supporters passed the protester food and clothes using only a rope.
Sony Believes PSN's Resilience Should Not Be Questioned Anymore
Network navigates lockdown surge
Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge developers worked together to improve spellcheck
In a collaboration between Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge engineers, both Chromium-based browsers are getting better spellcheck on Windows.
Snapdragon 7c Chromebook Appears To Mix Up The Budget Playing Field
A mysterious new Chromebook has now reportedly appeared at Geekbench, touting Qualcomm's budget-minded Snapdragon 7c platform. The device, codenamed
Cyber racism and Covid-19: Expert weighs in on hate speech in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Cyber-racism and online hate speeches or comments are nothing new in Malaysia and around the world. However, the issue has seemingly become more prevalent in recent months during the Covid-19 pandemic and the movement control order. Racist hate comments started to dominate...
Android Circuit: New Galaxy Confirmed, OnePlus Supercharges Fortnite, Living Without Google
This week’s Android headlines; confirmation of the Galaxy Note 20, waterproofing the Galaxy Fold 2, Huawei’s life without Google, Android’s short support life, OnePlus enhances Fortnite, a big red Nokia recording button, and more...
Mark Zuckerberg distances Facebook from Twitter in Trump fight, says it's stronger on free speech than other tech firms
“We have a different policy I think than Twitter on this,” Mark Zuckerberg told Fox News.
Samsung's next cheap phones may bring back a useful, legacy tech
A new rumor suggests Samsung may be bringing back removable batteries to its Galaxy A series of phones.
Starling Bank boosts its support for small and medium-sized businesses
Starling Bank is continuing to beef up its B2B banking and payments services following a fresh round of investment.
Tom Cruise's SpaceX Movie in Space May Actually Be Impossible to Do
The director of the supposed first space movie said an action-packed blockbuster shot in space may be impossible to do.
High Tech's Vital Role In The Fertility Of Agribusiness
The advancements made in just the past decade have completely revamped agribusiness.
'Scorching-hot hacked computer burned my hand'
Student's computer overheated after it was hit with a "crypto-jacking" attack.
Electricity distribution operators survived COVID-19 emergency
Electricity distribution operators successfully kept lights on for the world during the lockdowns imposed in the initial stages of COVID-19 emergency.
VW spending $2.2B to expand in China’s electric car market
Volkswagen makes its biggest foreign investment of $2.2 billion to make its presence in the Chinese electric vehicle market.
Google search results will take ‘page experience’ into account next year
It’s not just about page speed — now, it’s about making the pages less annoying when they’ve loaded.
Borderlands: The Handsome Collection is now free to claim on the Epic Games Store as predicted
In Epic Games' third epic game giveaway, the prediction of Borderlands: The Handsome Collection turned out to be true and it's currently free to claim on the said platform. Just as other previous titles, The Handsome Collection will be free to claim on a limited time until 4 June 2020.
Volkswagen Pumps $2.2 Billion Into China EV Operations, Expands Cooperation With Ford
Earlier this month, Volkswagen announced it was rethinking its plan to use its SEAT brand to spearhead its electric vehicle efforts in China. It wasn't exactly clear at that time what the company's Plan B was. Certainly it was not abandoning its China plans, was it? This week, that question has been answered. The company
Fighting The Free Speech Digital Divide Requires Interoperability and Privacy Protection
When people mention the digital divide, often they’re referring to the divide between people who have access to the internet and those...
Groundbreaking all-electric plane paving way to greener aviation
The world's largest all-electric plane has successfully completed a test flight, the first step in a long process its developers say will led to an era of low-cost, pollution-free air travel.
Google says use existing EU laws to govern AI
Doesn't want to see new laws created.
Delta provides EV charging system to Kansai Electric for experiment
Taiwan-based Delta Electronics has recently cooperated with Japan-based Kansai Electric Power for an advanced validation experiment aiming to instantly control the frequency and manage the power resources of the power grid in response to transient load changes.
OnePlus 6T, OnePlus 6 start receiving OxygenOS 10.3.4 with May 2020 security patch
The devices are getting a new feature 'Work-Life Balance' that will help priortise notifications and allocate time judiciously
Software Bug In Bombardier Airliner Made Planes Turn the Wrong Way
An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Register: A very specific software bug made airliners turn the wrong way if their pilots adjusted a pre-set altitude limit. The bug, discovered on Bombardier CRJ-200 aircraft fitted with Rockwell Collins Aerospace-made flight management systems (FMSes), l...
Pixel Buds: Growing number of users report audio cutouts w/ Google’s earbuds
Quite a few users of Google's Pixel Buds have been reporting issues lately with audio cutouts, especially when they're using them outside.
The realme X3 SuperZoom’s 120Hz display is a big deal. Here’s why
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Autonomous robot chef moves into the kitchen, powered by AI
During the span of the hustle and bustle that many people encounter on a day-to-day basis in their lives, people tend to have activities outside of work that allow them to alleviate the stress from the monotony of life. From catching the new movie at the cinema, attending a sporting event of a favorite team, […]
The iPhone SE: Affordable without compromising on speed and durability
Priced at Rs 42,500, the iPhone SE is an affordable dazzler with a great camera and Apple’s latest chip for speed
Facebook Slams Trump's Executive Order, Claims It Will 'Restrict More Speech' Online
Social media giant Facebook criticized President Trump's recent executive order aiming to place new restrictions on social media giants that censor Americans, claiming that the order will "restrict more speech online."
Counterpoint Research: Affordable premium smartphones are here to stay
The worldwide smartphone market has evolved over the years. The rise of ultra-premium handsets with the launch of iPhone X has changed the whole landscape. People are now turning towards so-called ‘affordable premium’ devices, at whose price the flagships were sold earlier. The latest report by Counterpoint Research on South Korean smartphone market explains this …
Sony announces PS5 event for June 4th
We might finally get a glimpse at the PS5 console.
Graphic novels to Japanese Manga, these apps can give you your daily fix of comics
Comics are fun to read. These are our picks for the best comics reading apps, from ComiXology to Shonen Jump.
Couple forced to cancel dream Highland wedding tie the knot on Zoom call
Instead of a Highland Cathedral the couple took part in the ceremony from their London conservatory 600 miles away.
U.S. Warns Of Russian Hacking Group's Attempts To Gain 'Dream Access' To Computer Systems
The U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) on May 28 warned government partners and private companies about a Russian hacking operation that it says uses a special intrusion technique to target operating systems often used to manage computer infrastructure.
'I just bought a church...' - tech man went for groceries and came home with divine deeds
'Hey honey I'm home! Oh, and I just bought a church!" Pat O'Connor's wife Claudia wasn't too happy. Initially.