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Apple further fortifies users' data as tech firms falter
Sending a strong message to tech companies who take data privacy for granted and allow third party vendors to snoop on your privacy, Apple - that has a clear roadmap on who finally owns the data - has decided to give its users more reasons to stay secure with their personal information.
US antitrust panel to probe tech giants over stifling competition
In a stern warning to tech giants, the US House antitrust committee has opened probes into Facebook, Google, Apple, Amazon and other tech giants to determine if they prevent competition and hurt consumers.
Moradabad students invent 'sandal-drone' security system for women
Keeping in mind the safety of women, students of an engineering college in Moradabad claim to have invented a sandal-drone security system equipped with GPS.The project, which they have named 'flying cop and women defence system', works on electric shock and GPS technology to send a distress signal and trigger a drone movement.One of the students involved in the project, Diwakar Sharma, told ANI, "In India, rape and sexual assaults is a big problem. Hence we have made use of a sandal and drone to create a safety system. The sandal is equipped with a panic button which can be triggered with a mild press during the time of need. With the press of that button, the sandal will generate a shock system which she can use to hit her assaulter."He also shared details of how it will be connected with the drone and nearby police station. "It will send the location of the girl to her family and police with a message. It will also send a signal to a specially designed drone. Once a distress signal
Apple unveils lightning-fast iOS 13, powerful Mac Pro
In a fresh attempt to make its devices faster and agile like never before, the Cupertino-based iPhone maker has unveiled iOS 13 with features like Dark Mode and Apple sign-in, a sturdy Mac Pro desktop for creative professionals and a brand new iPadOS among several features that would bring personalised experiences to its millions of users.
New powerful iPadOS coming this fall
Giving iPad new capabilities and intuitive features, Apple on Monday introduced iPadOS that is built on the same foundation as its iconic iOS.
Apple unveils faster iOS 13, Mac Pro with exciting features
In a bid to make its devices more personalised and secure, Apple on Monday unveiled the next-generation and much faster iOS 13 with features like Dark Mode and Apple sign-in, along with new Mac Pro and a brand new iPadOS.
Microsoft tests new dual-screen Surface hardware
Microsoft has reportedly started testing its dual-screen Surface device that has been under development from two years.According to The Verge, Microsoft held an all-hands event for its devices team where it showed a video of new Surface devices and a dual-screen prototype, codenamed Centaurus.Microsoft is long rumoured to be working on 'pocketable' hardware and the dual-screen Surface fits just right. The company may launch it in the next six months. When launched, Centaurus will also be one of the first Window Lite devices, running a lightweight version of its Windows OS.
World's first 8K OLED TV by LG goes on sale
LG largest OLED TV and also the world's first 8K OLED TV is now up for sale in select markets, the company announced.Pre-orders for the 8K OLED TV (model 88Z9) 88-inch is available starting this week in South Korea. The model will be available in key markets of North America and Europe in the Q3, 2019.LG told The Verge that the 8K OLED TV's retail price is 50 million won, approximately USD 42,000. Customers who pre-order will be able to purchase it at a reduced price of 40 million won, approximately USD 34,000.The 8K OLED TV promises 8K Ultra HD resolution, over 33 million self-emitting pixels for life-like colours, and support for Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa in select markets. It is powered by LG's second-gen Alpha 9 Gen 2 8K intelligent processor that uses deep learning technology to enhance the picture and sound quality.
Oppo teases under-display selfie camera technology
Move over pop-out, the notch-based selfie camera on smartphones, Oppo has teased an all-new way of taking selfies - through an under-display camera.In a tweet, Oppo teased what it calls the "perfect, notchless smartphone screen experience" in action. In the short clip, the display has no notch on the top, and the front camera is not visible either. The only way to identify the sensor is by launching the camera app.Similar to an under-display fingerprint sensor, the under-display camera would eliminate the need for a dedicated slot or notch on the device. However, it may lead to a slightly thicker form factor.
Samsung announces Notebook 7, Notebook 7 Force to take on Apple MacBook Pro
Ahead of Apple's WWDC event today, Samsung introduced two new lightweight laptops to its portfolio - Notebook 7 and Notebook 7 Force - that are designed to take on the MacBook Pro models.The Notebook 7 is aimed at everyday users and boasts a near bezel-less display. It is available in 13-inch and 15-inch display models. Powering the Notebook 7 is Intel 8th generation Core processor, up to 16GB RAM, up to 512GB expandable storage.Targeted at power users and content creators, the Notebook 7 Force boasts NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 graphics card, up to 24GB LPDDR4 RAM, up to 512GB storage with two expandable storage slots, and support for Gigabit Wi-Fi.The Notebook 7 and Notebook 7 Force will initially be available in Korea and Hong Kong, followed by the US and Brazil later in 2019.
Samsung unveils Notebook 7, Notebook 7 Force laptops
South Korean tech giant Samsung on Monday launched two new laptops -- Notebook 7 and Notebook Force. They feature a brand-new design with solid metal frame, full HD display, 8th gen Intel processor, latest NVIDIA graphics and Dolby Atmos audio.
GE Power India wins contract worth Rs 738.3 crore
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Russia requires Tinder to provide data on its users
Dating app Tinder is now required to provide user data to Russian intelligence agencies, the country's communications regulator said Monday. The app was included on a new list of online services operating in Russia that are required to provide user data on demand to Russian authorities, including the FSB security agency. Russia adopted a flurry of legislation in recent years tightening control over online activity. Among other things, Internet companies are required to store six months' worth of user data and be ready to hand them over to authorities. The communications regulator said Monday that Tinder had shared with them information about the company and that it is now on the list of online apps and websites that are expected to cooperate with the FSB. Russian authorities last year issued an order to ban messaging app Telegram after it refused to provide the user data as required by the Russian law. Tinder was not immediately available for comment.
ASUS launches 2 new TUF gaming laptops in India
Taiwanese tech major ASUS on Monday unveiled its new TUF gaming laptops FX505DT and FX705DT with the latest AMD Ryzen processor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX GPUs with up to 120Hz IPS-level NanoEdge display in India at a starting price of Rs 64,990.
Facebook discusses its crypto stablecoin idea with CFTC
Moving forward with its crypto stablecoin initiative, Facebook has ignited a discussion with the US Commodity and Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
Ensuring users remain in control of data key focus for interoperability: Facebook CTO
Ensuring users remain in control of their data is a key focus area for Facebook that is working on allowing users to seamlessly connect with others across its platforms like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp, according to Facebook Chief Technology Officer Mike Schroepfer. At its annual developers meet 'F8', Facebook had announced that it is working on bringing in interoperability across the three messaging platforms while ensuring that the communication is end-to-end encrypted. "I want to be able to reach my friends (across these platforms) but I want to be in control (of the data)...And getting that right is the thing we are working on," Schroepfer told PTI. Facebook has started these discussions early so that it can engage with governments and safety experts globally on aspects like encryption and safety while the design process is on, he added. "If there are choices to make, we can make them together. This (user data safety) is a top concern for how we're building our products," he
OPPO working on under-display camera phone: Report
Chinese smartphone manufacturer OPPO is reportedly working on an under-display camera technology as its Vice President Brian Shen on Monday posted a short video clip on Weibo of what appears to be a notch-free prototype.
Trove of 1,800 exploding stars discovered
Scientists have discovered about 1,800 new supernovae, or exploding stars, that may help measure how fast the universe is expanding. The researchers from Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe (Kavli IPMU) and University of Tokyo in Japan combined data from one of the world's most powerful digital cameras and a telescope capable of capturing a wider shot of the night sky compared to other big telescopes. The finding includes 58 Type Ia supernovae located eight billion light years away. Supernova classed as Type Ia are useful because their constant maximum brightness allows researchers to calculate how far the star is from Earth. This is particularly useful for researchers who want to measure the expansion of the Universe. A supernova is the name given to an exploding star that has reached the end of its life. The star often becomes as bright as its host galaxy, shining one billion times brighter than the Sun for anytime between a month to six months before ...
Google apps, Snapchat suffers major outage, recover
Google apps like YouTube, Gmail and Nest along with photo-messaging app Snapchat and other web services suffered major outages across the US and some parts of Europe.
Flexible generators harness energy from movements
Scientists have created a flexible material that can harvest energy from body movements to power wearable devices and sensors. Researchers from Rice University in the US adapted laser-induced graphene (LIG) into small, metal-free devices that generate electricity. Like rubbing a balloon on hair, putting LIG composites in contact with other surfaces produces static electricity that can be used to power devices, they said. According to the research published in the journal ACS Nano, the triboelectric effect helps materials gather a charge through contact. When they are put together and then pulled apart, surface charges build up that can be channelled toward power generation. In experiments, the researchers connected a folded strip of LIG to a string of light-emitting diodes and found that tapping the strip produced enough energy to make them flash. A larger piece of LIG embedded within a flip-flop let a wearer generate energy with every step, as the graphene composite's repeated ...
