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Xiaomi Trumps Apple in Q3 2020 Global Sales, Samsung Leads: Gartner

Gartner has released its global smartphone sales figures for Q3 2020, and even though Samsung has triumphed with 80.8 million unit sales, it sees a marginal annual growth of just 2.2 percent. Xiaomi on the other hand sees a significant 34.9 percent annual growth, trumping Apple and taking the third position in overall market share. It sold over 44.4 million units raki... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2VlwGHj via

Cyberpunk 2077 PC Requirements, Release Date, Price, PS5 Upgrade, and More

Cyberpunk 2077 is set to release on December 10. It will be available on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Stadia. The title will also be playable on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S/X. From the release date to the system requirements, here’s everything you need to know about Cyberpunk 2077. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3ocduZa via

Redmi Note 9 4G China Model May Launch as Redmi 9 Power in India; Poco M3 India Variant Leaked Online

Redmi Note 9 4G China model is now reported to launch in the India market with the name Redmi 9 Power. Meanwhile, Xiaomi introduced the Poco M3 first in Europe and then re-introduced it as the Redmi Note 9 4G in China with slight tweaks in design. Now, both, the Redmi 9 Power and Poco M3, are expected to launch in India. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/37laL8R via

Donald Trump to add China's SMIC and CNOOC to defense blacklist: Sources

The Trump administration is poised to add China's top chipmaker SMIC and national offshore oil and gas producer CNOOC to a blacklist of alleged Chinese military companies, according to a document and sources, curbing their access to U.S. investors and escalating tensions with Beijing weeks before President-elect Joe Biden takes office. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3fRmOOU

Oppo Reno 5 Pro 5G Appears on HDR10+ Certification Site With Model Numbers PDSM00, PDST00

Oppo Reno 5 Pro 5G has appeared on an HDR10+ certification site. Two variants of the upcoming Oppo Reno 5 Pro 5G, carrying model numbers PDSM00 and PDST00, were listed on the site. . The smartphones were spotted on TENNA a few days ago, revealing key specifications such as a quad rear camera setup featuring a 64-megapixel camera. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2JnxuZZ via

Trump to Add Chinese Chipmaker SMIC to Defense Blacklist: Sources

The Trump administration could add China's top chipmaker SMIC and national offshore oil and gas producer CNOOC to a blacklist of alleged Chinese military companies, according to a document and sources, curbing their access to US investors. This could escalate tensions between US and China weeks before President-elect Joe Biden takes office. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mkuSdH via

Motorola Moto G 5G India Launch on November 30, Moto G9 Power Tipped to Come in December

Motorola Moto G 5G will launch in India on November 30, the company has confirmed. It will be available via Flipkart on November 30, 12pm (noon) onwards. The Moto G9 Power has been tipped to launch in the second week of December. Both phones were launched in the European market earlier this month. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3nY99bU via

Netflix December 2020 Releases: Torbaaz, Mank, Bhaag Beanie Bhaag, and More

The Walking Dead season 10, Torbaaz, Shazam!, Vir Das: Outside In, Bhaag Beanie Bhaag, Bombay Rose, Mank, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina: Part 4, The Prom, The Midnight Sky, Big Mouth: Season 4, Archer season 11, Godzilla — the biggest movies and TV shows on Netflix India in December 2020. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3ljahVF via

Moto G9 Plus Spotted on BIS Certification Site, Hints at India Launch: Report

Moto G9 Plus has been spotted on Indian BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certification website, hinting at a future launch in the country. The phone has already gone official in Brazil in September, and since then there has been no clarity on whether it will be launched in the Indian market or not. However, the fresh BIS listing raises hopes of an India launch in the ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3ldvKPL via

Amazfit Pop Pro Smartwatch Set to Launch December 1, Key Specifications Teased

Amazfit Pop Pro will launch in China on December 1. The smartwatch will come with a square dial with colour touchscreen display. Key specifications and features of Amazfit Pop Pro have also been teased, and it is set to offer NFC support and come with inbuilt GPS. The latter will prove to be the biggest differentiator between the upcoming Amazfit Pop Pro and the base ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2Va47fM via

Boat, Noise Lead Wearables Shipments in India in Q3, TWS Segment Sees 1156.3 Percent Annual Growth: IDC

IDC notes that the overall wearables market in India saw 11.8 million units shipped in third quarter of 2020 and a significant YoY growth of 165.1 percent was registered. A total of four million true wireless stereo (TWS) devices were shipped during the quarter, recording a whopping annual growth of 1156.3 percent in Q3, 2020. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2HOfneY via

Huawei P50 May Integrate Patented Liquid Lens Technology to Enable Millisecond-Level Focusing: Report

New liquid lens technology may be integrated into the Huawei P50 next year. This new technology was patented by Huawei on December 25 last year and announced in April this year. It is expected to be mass produced and commercialised next year. This liquid lens technology will be integrated into the telephoto lens module on the phone. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3lg7nRJ via

Samsung’s New Galaxy Buds With ANC, Improved Ambient Mode May Launch Alongside Galaxy S21 Series: Report

Samsung Galaxy Buds TWS earbuds will reportedly launch alongside the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S21 series. The South Korean tech giant has been introducing new earbuds alongside its flagship Galaxy S series for a few years now, and the next year may not be any different. These next-gen earbuds are tipped to support active noise cancellation (ANC) and have the same in-ea... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/33pOu8K via

iPad Pro 2021 High-End Models Expected to Come With 5G mmWave Support: Report

iPad Pro next-gen line-up will reportedly support 5G mmWave technology seen on current generation iPhone 12 models in the US. This technology is said to offer faster speeds than sub-6GHz 5G at short distances. A new report suggests that Apple is actively developing its own in-house mmWave AiP (antenna in package) to integrate it into more of its portfolio, apart from ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2JeXB5e via

Nokia 2.3, Nokia 5.1 Plus, Nokia 8.3 5G Start to Get New Updates With Security Patches: Report

The Nokia 5.1 Plus is receiving a new V3.260 and it reportedly brings along the October 2020 security patch. The Nokia 8.3 5G, on the other hand, is reported to receive a V1.140 and it is said to bring along the November 2020 patch along with other invisible improvements. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3lepnM9 via

OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 Limited Edition Teardown Reveals Sandstone Laminate, Copper Vapour Chamber, More

OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 Limited Edition has been put through the teardown process by PBKreviews. It shows the back panel has large glass panes purely for aesthetic purposes. There is a lot of thermal paste, copper tape, and graphite film to keep the components cool. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3lam3l9 via

iPhone 12 mini Review

The iPhone 12 mini packs in most of the features and specifications of the larger iPhone 12, including a bright OLED display and excellent cameras. Should this be the new default option? from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3789ZvT via

Fujifilm X-S10 Mirrorless Camera With In-Body Image Stabilisation Launched in India: Price and Specifications

Fujifilm X-S10 mirrorless camera with 26.1-megapixel X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor and newly-designed in-body image stabilisation (IBIS) has been launched in India. It features a vari-angle LCD screen that can also be flipped forward 180 degrees, and it uses a motion sensor retention mechanism. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2JcIjh9 via

YouTube App Version 2.12.08 Brings Limited 8K Streaming Support to Android TV: Report

YouTube app version 2.12.08 will let some Android TV viewers stream videos in 8K, as per a report. This is a limited feature, as per the changelog, and you need to be running Android 10 to be eligible for it. The changelog also mentions that the update will improve resolution selection and display YouTube Music splash screen. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3o180Aq via

Micromax In 1b Base Variant Coming With Android 10 (Go Edition)

Micromax In 1b will be based on Google’s Android 10 (Go edition). The Android 10 (Go edition) will notably be limited to the base variant of the Micromax In 1b that will come with 2GB RAM + 32GB storage. However, its top-end variant with 4GB RAM + 64GB storage model will run on the regular Android 10 operating system. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3676upX via

MacBook 2021 Range Tipped to Include Both Intel and Apple Silicon Models

TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo released his predictions for the possible launch timeline of the redesigned Macbook range with the new Apple Silicon. He claims that a redesign for the Apple Silicon-based MacBook line-up will be launched in the second half of 2021. However, a new leak claims that the redesigned MacBook range may also see Intel-powered models next ye... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3l7lkkH via

Black Friday Deals: iRobot Roomba Robot Vacuum Cleaners Get Up to 30 Percent Off

As a part of the Black Friday sales, iRobot has announced discounts on its Roomba and Brava devices. The discount can be availed only for one day, November 27, and is applicable for purchases made through iRobot stores as well as Amazon, Flipkart and other online shopping websites. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3fAgGux via

Samsung Galaxy S21 Series With One UI 3.1 Could Have Bixby Voice Unlock Feature: Report

Samsung Galaxy S21 series may let you unlock your phone using Bixby voice as a biometric method, according to a report. Samsung Galaxy S21 series is expected to launch in January next year with One UI 3.1 based on Android 11. Until other phones receive One UI 3.1, Samsung Galaxy S21 will be the only phone with the ability to unlock via Bixby, as per the report. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/368nign via

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 Specifications Leak, 120Hz Display Refresh Rate Tipped

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 is rumoured to be the next-gen Galaxy Flip handset, after the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G this year. Key specifications of the foldable phone have leaked online, and it is tipped to have a smaller crease than before, a 120Hz display refresh rate, and a 3,900mAh battery. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/378XnEO via

Motorola Moto G 5G India Launch on November 30, Moto G9 Power Tipped to Come in December

Motorola Moto G 5G will launch in India on November 30, the company has confirmed. It will be available via Flipkart on November 30, 12pm (noon) onwards. The Moto G9 Power has been tipped to launch in the second week of December. Both phones were launched in the European market earlier this month. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3nY99bU via

Boat, Noise Lead Wearables Shipments in India in Q3, TWS Segment Sees 1156.3 Percent Annual Growth: IDC

IDC notes that the overall wearables market in India saw 11.8 million units shipped in third quarter of 2020 and a significant YoY growth of 165.1 percent was registered. A total of four million true wireless stereo (TWS) devices were shipped during the quarter, recording a whopping annual growth of 1156.3 percent in Q3, 2020. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2HOfneY via

Huawei P50 May Integrate Patented Liquid Lens Technology to Enable Millisecond-Level Focusing: Report

New liquid lens technology may be integrated into the Huawei P50 next year. This new technology was patented by Huawei on December 25 last year and announced in April this year. It is expected to be mass produced and commercialised next year. This liquid lens technology will be integrated into the telephoto lens module on the phone. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3lg7nRJ via

At 19, Madhurima built software for Ranchi biz

She decided to follow an unconventional approach, and reduced 20 lines of code into just 5. Her teacher marked it wrong, but Madhurima proved it otherwise when she tested it on a computer. As the teacher lauded her in front of the class, Madhurima felt an overwhelming rush of self-confidence, which would go on to help her tread unbeaten paths later in life. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3nYrMw4

IIT Kharagpur, AWS jointly developing AI learning, devt portal

That is the reason courses on AI at the IITs draw tremendous response from students, both at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. IIT Kharagpur is now planning a course titled Artificial Intelligence for Economics, which will deal with machine learning, game theory and their application in the subject. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2HQt7pC

JavaScript is No. 1, and its popularity is still soaring

A quarter of a century since it was developed by Brendan Eich, JavaScript is not only the most popular programming language, it is also widening its lead. Developer analyst firm SlashData’s Q3 2020 report says 12.4 million developers globally use JavaScript (JS). About 5 million of these were added in just the last three years, the biggest absolute increase for any language. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2Jghxoj

Samsung’s New Galaxy Buds With ANC, Improved Ambient Mode May Launch Alongside Galaxy S21 Series: Report

Samsung Galaxy Buds TWS earbuds will reportedly launch alongside the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S21 series. The South Korean tech giant has been introducing new earbuds alongside its flagship Galaxy S series for a few years now, and the next year may not be any different. These next-gen earbuds are tipped to support active noise cancellation (ANC) and have the same in-ea... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/33pOu8K via

iPad Pro 2021 High-End Models Expected to Come With 5G mmWave Support: Report

iPad Pro next-gen line-up will reportedly support 5G mmWave technology seen on current generation iPhone 12 models in the US. This technology is said to offer faster speeds than sub-6GHz 5G at short distances. A new report suggests that Apple is actively developing its own in-house mmWave AiP (antenna in package) to integrate it into more of its portfolio, apart from ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2JeXB5e via

Vivo V20 Pro India Launch Confirmed for December 2: Expected Price, Specifications

Vivo V20 Pro India launch is set for Wednesday, December 2, the company confirmed through a media invite. The new Vivo phone was unveiled alongside Vivo V20 in Thailand in September. Vivo V20 Pro comes with dual selfie cameras as well as includes an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G SoC. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2HFVMgS via

Black Friday Deals: Dyson Offers Discounts on Air Purifiers, Hair Straighteners, More Products Till November 30

Dyson has announced exclusive offers on a range of its products as a part of Black Friday sale, starting November 27 and will last up to November 30. The deals and money-back policy is exclusive for purchases made through the official website of Dyson India. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3lcgGSk via

Samsung Galaxy S21+ Spotted on BIS Certification Site, Tips Forthcoming India Launch

Samsung Galaxy S21+ has reportedly been spotted on the BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) website hinting at an India launch in the near future. The Samsung Galaxy S21 series is expected to launch sometime in January, and there’s also going to be a Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra model. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mcDcMt via

Redmi Watch With Up to 12 Days Battery Life, 5ATM Rating Launched

Redmi Watch has launched in China for a price of CNY 299 (roughly Rs. 3,300). It is up for pre-orders for an introductory low price of CNY 269 (roughly Rs. 3,000). It has a square dial and supports 24x7 heart rate monitoring as well. The wearable comes with seven sports modes that include running, swimming, and cycling. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/33l4E38 via

Google India FY20 revenue rises 35% to Rs 5,593.8 crore, profit up 24%

Tech giant Google saw its India revenues grow 34.8 per cent to about Rs 5,593.8 crore in 2019-20 over the previous financial year, as per regulatory documents. Google India's total income was at Rs 4,147 crore in the financial year ended March 31, 2019, according to Registrar of Companies filing shared by market intelligence firm Tofler. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2VaIEmU

TWS Earbuds Shipments in India Up 723 Percent YoY in Q3, Boat Emerged as Leading Player: Counterpoint

True wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds, which are also known as hearables, marked 723 percent year-over-year growth in shipments in the third quarter of 2020, according to research firm Counterpoint. Boat became the market leader with an 18 percent share, while Xiaomi maintained its second position. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2V5pEGs via

Steam Autumn Sale: FIFA 21, Death Stranding, Marvel’s Avengers, and More

FIFA 21, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Marvel’s Avengers, Death Stranding, Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout, Star Wars: Squadrons, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Red Dead Redemption 2, Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, PUBG, GTA 5, Among Us — these are the best Steam Black Friday deals during the Steam Autumn Sale. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2V5KTId via

Amazon's cloud service sees widespread outage

Amazon.com Inc's widely used cloud service, Amazon Web Services (AWS), is experiencing a large-scale outage, the company said, affecting users ranging from websites to software providers. It has also affected the ability to post updates to its service health dashboard, the company said. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3l9Evu2

France orders tech giants to pay digital tax

France's finance ministry has sent out notices to big tech companies liable for its digital service tax to pay the levy as planned in December, the ministry said. France suspended collection of the tax, which will hit companies like Facebook and Amazon, early this year while negotiations were underway at the OECD from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/39ffefI

Salesforce in talks to acquire workplace app Slack: Report

Cloud-based software company Salesforce is in talks to acquire workplace messaging app Slack as it seeks to expand its offerings to businesses, people familiar with the matter said. Salesforce's bid comes as Slack struggles to fully capitalize on the switch to remote working during the Covid-19 pandemic. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/37dNqWs

WhiteHat Jr Exposed Data of Over 2.8 Lakh Students, Teachers Due to Multiple Vulnerabilities: Report

WhiteHat Jr, a popular online coding platform for young kids, exposed personal data of over 2.8 lakh students and teachers due to multiple vulnerabilities that existed in its servers until the middle of November, according to a report. The platform have fixed the issues after it was informed by a security researcher. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2HxR9W4 via

Google Docs, Sheets, Slides for iOS Can Now Edit Microsoft Office Files

Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides users on iOS will now be able to edit Microsoft Office files. This will streamline the workflow, as users won’t be required to covert file types all the time. You can edit, comment, and collaborate through this new feature. The feature was already available for Android and Web users. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3l5v5zI via

Twitter to Warn Users Before Liking a Labelled Tweet With Potential Misinformation

Twitter will start showing you a warning when you try to like a tweet that has been labelled for potentially including misleading information. This is rolling out to iOS and the Web globally this week, as per a report. Twitter already shows a warning when you attempt to retweet a labelled tweet. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2V8Qj5z via

Amazon Echo Buds Get Fitness Features to Track Your Workouts Using Alexa

Amazon Echo Buds are getting a new update that brings fitness features. These new features will enable Amazon’s truly wireless (TWS) earbuds to track activities such as running and walking. The Echo Buds will also be able to track calories burned and offer step count through the new update. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/35YnFdg via

Poco M3 Price Leaks Ahead of Launch Today, Expected to Start at EUR 149

Poco M3 price has surfaced online hours before its launch. As per a report, the upcoming Poco smartphone will be priced at EUR 149-159 (roughly between Rs. 13,000 to Rs. 14,000) for the base 4GB + 64GB storage variant, and EUR 169-179 (roughly between Rs. 14,800 to Rs. 15,700) for the 4GB + 128GB storage option. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2UUCbfX via

Samsung Galaxy A12 Receives Bluetooth Certification, Launch Expected Soon

Samsung Galaxy A12 has been spotted on a Bluetooth certification site. The smartphone has been subject to several leaks of late, indicating that it could be launched soon. Samsung Galaxy A12 is expected to be backed by a Helio P35 SoC, run Android 10 out of the box, and have 3GB RAM on board. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3nO0QPB via

WhatsApp Disappearing Messages Now Live in India: How to Use the New Feature on Android, iPhone

At the start of this month, WhatsApp introduced disappearing messages, a feature that automatically erases your WhatsApp messages after seven days. This new feature is now available for everyone on both Android and iOS, and in this guide, we are going to tell you how to enable disappearing messages in WhatsApp on both Android and iPhone. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3lOUWxk via

Vivo V20 Pro Pre-Order Details, Offers in India Leaked Ahead of Launch

Vivo V20 Pro pre-order offers are tipped to include 10 percent cashback on ICICI credit and debit cards, Bank of Baroda credit cards, and ZestMoney Finance. Bajaj Finance may offer an EMI scheme that allows for an upfront fee of just Rs. 101, and there will be several other EMI schemes from IDFC First Bank and Home Credit. Pre-order users may also get Vivo upgrade rew... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2UTNncN via

Google Task Mate Is Now in Testing in India, Users Can Earn Money by Completing Simple Tasks on Their Phone

Google is testing Task Mate, an app that will let users earn money by doing ‘simple’ tasks on their phones. There will be a variety of tasks users can perform, such as clicking a picture of a restaurant or translating a sentence from English to a local language. The app is currently in beta and is limited to selected testers through a referral code system. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3lXop8j via

WhiteHat Jr Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Critic Pradeep Poonia: Report

IIT alumnus Pradeep Poonia released a series of tweets earlier this month, sharing internal slack chats from WhiteHat Jr among other things. Poonia alleges that the teachers aren’t trained enough, and lack sufficient knowledge to teach the students who sign up for the program about coding. WhiteHat Jr has dismissed these claims and asked for $2.6 million (roughly Rs... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3lWIThr via

China’s Moon Probe to Seek First Lunar Rocks Retrieval for a Nation Since 1970s

China plans to launch a moon probe this week to bring back lunar rocks in the first attempt by any nation to retrieve samples from Earth's natural satellite since the 1970s. China's Chang'e-5 probe will attempt to collect 2 kg (4 1/2 pounds) of samples in a previously unvisited area. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/35ZBBUJ via

Tariff hike needed as pricing 'unsustainable', market condition to drive decision: Sunil Mittal

Telecom tariff hike is needed as the current rates are "unsustainable" and market conditions will be seen before a call is taken, telecom czar and chairman of Bharti Airtel Sunil Mittal has said. Where tariffs are concerned, the company has already taken a clear stance on the issue, he said adding that Airtel is of the firm view that tariffs need go up. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2UQONoj

Cryptic Vivo V2054A Spotted on TENAA, V2036A Model Spotted on 3C Certification Site

Vivo is reported to be working on multiple phones, one of which is believed to be a part of the iQoo series. The TENAA listing of the Vivo V2054A was spotted by tipster Abhishek Yadav. The mysterious Vivo V2054A is listed to feature a 6.58-inch display and run on Android software. It is expected to pack 4,910mAh battery and the dimensions are listed to be at 164.15x7... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/390t3if via

OnePlus Rolls Out Nearby Charging Station Feature, Installs Fast Charging Stations at Bengaluru Airport

OnePlus has announced Nearby Charging Station feature for OxygenOS users on eligible phones. This feature is rolling out specifically for Indian users as OnePlus docks up charging stations at Indian airports. The new service will notify users of the nearby OnePlus charging stations at the airport. OnePlus has introduced its first fast charging station in Bengaluru and... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3pKrbQz via

Google Meet Expands Breakout Rooms Availability to Workspace Customers, Brings Improvements

Google Meet’s breakout rooms feature will now be available for customers with Google Workspace plans. The feature is also getting improvements – moderators can now set timers for breakout sessions, dial-in participants can be assigned to breakout rooms, and participants can request for help. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3kJPr1j via

Micromax In Note 1: First Impressions

The Micromax In Note 1 is one of the first smartphone to be a part of Micromax's comeback to the Indian smartphone market. It packs in a powerful processor and a quad-camera setup. I unbox the Note 1 and give you my first impressions of the device. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3nKYbpN via

Fitbit Sense, Versa 3 Get Google Assistant Support, Better SpO2 Monitoring With Fitbit OS 5.1 Update

Fitbit Sense and Fitbit Versa 3 are getting support for Google Assistant with the Fitbit OS 5.1 update. The smartwatches will also support audible replies with Alexa, allow Android users to respond to texts with voice-to-text commands, and get improvements to blood oxygen-monitoring features. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/36W2EPE via

YouTube Updates Terms of Service to Run Ads on Videos by Small Creators, Without Offering Revenue Share

YouTube has updated its Terms of Service to start rolling out ads on small channels that aren’t a part of the YouTube Partner Programme. The new change is initially applicable in the US, though it is planned to go live in all regions by the end of next year. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2IOEYVl via

Redmi Note 9 5G Launch Tipped for November 26, Redmi Note 9T Spotted on SRIM Site

A Chinese tipster on Weibo has shared a leaked poster that suggests that the Redmi Note 9 5G series will launch in China on November 26. The poster says that the launch event will begin at 8pm local time. Redmi is yet to confirm this event officially. This refutes previous reportage of a launch on November 24. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/35HUAmu via

WhatsApp Disappearing Messages Are Here; This Is How You Can Use the New Feature on Android, iPhone

At the start of this month, WhatsApp introduced disappearing messages, a feature that automatically erases your WhatsApp messages after seven days. This new feature is now available for everyone on both Android and iOS, and in this guide, we are going to tell you how to enable disappearing messages in WhatsApp on both Android and iPhone. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3lOUWxk via

NordPass Report Reveals Worst Passwords of 2020; ‘123456’, ‘password’, ‘iloveyou’ Are the Usual Suspects

A report by password manager NordPass reveals the 200 worst passwords of the year, details how many times they have been exposed, used, and the time it would take to crack them. ‘123456’ was the most commonly used password in 2020 and has been breached more than 23 million times, as per the report. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/32YWDAE via

Google Nest Audio Review

Launched nearly four years after the original Google Home, the Google Nest Audio promises better sound along with reliable access to Google Assistant. We review this Rs. 7,999 smart speaker to find out just how good it is. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3lGhrnX via

Google Assistant, Fi Expand Family-Oriented Features; Allow Users to Create Notes for Chores, Set Data Budget

Google is adding a bunch of new family-oriented features to Google Assistant and Google Fi. Family Notes will let users create digital sticky notes to centralise chores, while Family Bell will be getting new sound effects and suggested bells. Google Fi will let you block strangers from calling and texting your child by only allowing saved and recent contacts to reach ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3pDFFSl via

Vietnam threatens to shut down Facebook over censorship requests

Vietnam has threatened to shut down Facebook in the country if it does not bow to government pressure to censor more local political content on its platform, a senior official at the U.S. social media giant told Reuters. Facebook complied with a government request in April to significantly increase its censorship of “anti-state” posts for local users, but Vietnam asked the company again in August to step up its restrictions of critical posts, the official said. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3flpFiU

Microsoft Teams Bringing Free All-Day Video, Voice Calling Option to Take on Zoom

Microsoft Teams is bringing a free all-day video and voice calling option that will go live for up to 300 participants. In addition to free all-day calling, Microsoft Teams is getting the ability to create a group chat with up to 250 people and view up to 49 members simultaneously. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2UZX49L via

How Airbnb's CEO succumbed to an IPO he resisted

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky resisted calls from his investors for years to follow the lead of other Silicon Valley unicorns and take the home rental startup public, as he pursued his dream of turning it into a one-stop shop for leisure and travel. He is now pressing ahead with a stock market debut just as the COVID-19 pandemic hits its peak. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3lSHTuu

Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G Allegedly Spotted on Geekbench With Snapdragon 750G SoC, 8GB RAM

Redmi Note 9 5G has allegedly been spotted on Geekbench. The smartphone achieves a score of 645 in single-core testing and a score of 1,963 in multi-core testing. Xiaomi is yet to officially announce the arrival of the rumoured Redmi Note 9 5G series, and with leaks pouring in at this speed, the company is expected to make an announcement soon. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3kNi5yL via

Poco M3 Poster Leak Tips Design Details, Colour Options Ahead of Launch

Poco M3 poster shows the design of the phone from the front and back, leaving very little to the imagination. The Poco M3 is seen to sport a waterdrop-style notch up front, slight chin at the bottom of the display, and flat edges. The volume rocker and the power button are seen to sit on the right edge of the screen. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/330J2sG via

Samsung Galaxy A70 Starts Receiving One UI 2.5 Update With November 2020 Security Patch: Report

Samsung Galaxy A70 is reportedly receiving the One UI 2.5 update, carrying the firmware version A705FNXXU5CTK. The update brings with it the November 2020 Android security patch and adds new features and improvements. It is currently only rolling out to Galaxy A70 variants sold in Ukraine by mobile operator Kyivstar, as per a report. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/36R9ciK via

James Bond Origin Story Game, Project 007, in the Works at Hitman Studio IO Interactive

Hitman developer IO Interactive is in “active development” stage on Project 007, the very first James Bond origin story game. It will be made for “modern systems and platforms,” that means Project 007 should be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3pJnSJi via

How to use the new WhatsApp disappearing messages feature on Android smartphones, iPhone, JioPhone and web

After a long wait, Facebook finally rolled out disappearing messages feature for Android, iOS, web and desktop platforms. The feature automatically deletes any given message after seven days of sending it. Disappearing messages feature will be available for individual chats and group chats and is now available for all WhatsApp users on all platforms. Wondering how to send disappearing messages, follow our step-by-step guide: from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/36RZtbZ

WhatsApp May Soon Let You Mute Videos Before Sharing, ‘Read Later’ Feature Appears in Testing as Well

WhatsApp appears to have a new feature in the works that could let users mute videos before sending them to a contact or setting them as a status update. A new iPhone version of WhatsApp is also found to have a new feature in development that is called ‘Read Later’. This will essentially be an improved version of the existing Archived Chats feature. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3kInx5V via

Vivo OriginOS Skin Unveiled With New Grid-Like UI, Behavioural Wallpapers

Vivo took to Weibo to announce the new OriginOS software. The new skin is packed with custom features like widgets and dynamic wallpapers. Multiple widgets can be packed on the homescreen and rearranged based on user preference. These widgets are said to be inspired by a sliding puzzle game called Huarong Road. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3nDDITX via

Facebook Moderators Demand Better Health and Safety Protections During Pandemic

More than 200 Facebook content moderators demanded better health and safety protections as the social media giant called the workers back to the office during the pandemic. A petition signed by the contract workers living in various countries said Facebook should guarantee better conditions or allow the workers to continue their jobs from home. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2UT7UhL via

Largest crypto investment manager tops $10 billion in assets

The world's largest digital currency asset manager Grayscale said its assets under management soared to a record $10.4 billion, bolstered by the continued rise in investment inflows as well as the surge in the price of bitcoin. Bitcoin on Wednesday jumped to $18,483, the highest level since December 2017 from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/38V9Zlj

Canada's opposition parties urge government to ban Huawei 5G, say China is threat

Opposition parties passed a non-binding motion put forward by the Conservatives calling China a threat to Canadian interests and values, and urging the government to draft a plan to "combat China's growing foreign operations" in Canada. They called on Trudeau's government to get tougher on China, including by officially banning Huawei. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3lLazWt

Huami's Zepp Z Smartwatch With 30-Day Battery Life, SpO2 Monitoring Launched

Huami’s new Zepp Z smartwatch is priced at $349 and is up for grabs in the US on the Zepp site. It is available in a single leather brown strap variant. The new Zepp Z has a 1.39-inch (454x454) AMOLED display with 326ppi pixel density, 550nits max brightness, and 100 percent NTSC colour gamut. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3lGYcL1 via

YouTube to add link on COVID-19 vaccines to combat misinformation

YouTube is adding a link to provide information on the development of COVID-19 vaccines to the coronavirus panel on its site, expanding its efforts to combat misinformation related to the pandemic. The link will send users directly to authoritative COVID-19 vaccine information from a third-party source from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/36MeGLr

Oppo Find X3 Series to Launch in 2021 With System-Wide 10-Bit Colour Support, Company Confirms

Oppo Find X3 is set to launch in 2021. The company announced the new development at the Inno Day 2020 conference. The new Full-path Colour Management System that will be integrated into the Oppo Find X3 series next year will be the first to be introduced in any Android phone. Oppo Find X3 will have a native 10-bit display. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3nLX5dN via

Twitter names famed hacker 'Mudge' as head of security

Twitter named Peiter Zatko, widely known by his hacker handle Mudge, to the new position of head of security. The company has been under increased threat of regulation and plagued by serious security breaches. Zatko will answer to CEO Jack Dorsey and is expected to take over management after a 45- to 60-day review. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3lECQho

Huawei selling Honor brand to agent-dealer consortium to keep smartphone unit alive

Huawei is selling its budget brand smartphone unit Honor to a consortium of over 30 agents and dealers in a bid to keep it alive. The deal comes after U.S. government sanctions have restricted supplies to the Chinese company on grounds the firm is a national security threat - which it denies. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2IDx9BD

Broadband definition needs to be reviewed, should be upgraded to 2 Mbps speed: BIF to Trai

The Broadband India Forum (BIF) has said a revision of broadband definition and speeds in India are long overdue and that it should be reviewed and upgraded to 2 Mbps from current 512 kbps which is "dismally low". It said communications technology has transformed radically over the past years and entirely new markets for data services have emerged across the nation. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2HazBPO

Qualcomm receives US permission to sell 4G chips to Huawei in exception to ban

Qualcomm Inc has received a license from the U.S. government to sell 4G mobile phone chips to China's Huawei Technologies Co Ltd, an exemption to U.S. trade restrictions imposed amid rising tensions with China. Qualcomm and all other American semiconductor companies were forced to stop selling to the Chinese technology firm in September after U.S. trade restrictions took effect. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3lDQame

PlayStation 5 Users Face 'Queued for Download' Bug Preventing Them From Downloading Games, Apps: Report

PlayStation 5 users are experiencing a ‘Queued for Download’ bug that prevents them from downloading certain games and apps. Users have reported issues with Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, Godfall, Demon's Souls, Spider-Man Remastered, Sackboy: A Big Adventure, and the Disney+ app. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/38GOPqY via

How to pin a chat in Gmail

In order to improve the user experience, Google has rolled out a useful feature for Google Chat. The company has introduced a feature which will allow users to pin their important Google Chats on the top of the list view in Chat in Gmail. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3ntrSLU

PlayStation 5 Users Face 'Queued for Download' Bug Preventing Them From Downloading Games, Apps: Report

PlayStation 5 users are experiencing a ‘Queued for Download’ bug that prevents them from downloading certain games and apps. Users have reported issues with Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, Godfall, Demon's Souls, Spider-Man Remastered, Sackboy: A Big Adventure, and the Disney+ app. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/38GOPqY via