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Data and AI platform Databricks raises $1.6 billion, valued at $38 billion

The massive fund injection "does not push out the IPO", said Ali Ghodsi, co-founder and CEO. He declined to say when Databricks was planning to go public or whether it would go the traditional route or use a direct listing where companies list existing shares without issuing new shares or raising new funds. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3BlJiBk

Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro Pre-Order, Sale Date Tipped Ahead of Official Announcement

Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro could be unveiled on October 19, as per the latest leak. At the time Google unveiled the design of the Pixel 6 series, it had was said that the phones will launch later this year. But it now seems like we have a date for Google’s launch event. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2WAMIky via

WhatsApp Banned Over 3 Million Accounts in India in June-July, 316 Ban Appeals Received From Users

WhatsApp’s latest User Safety Monthly Report says that it banned over three million Indian accounts during the 46 day period between June 16 and July 31 of this year. Out of this, ban appeals via user complaints and posts from India Grievance Officer were only 316, and the rest were actioned through WhatsApp’s own tools and resources to stop harmful behaviour on t... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3gRVwtH via

F9, Money Heist, Kota Factory, and More: September Guide to Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, and Prime Video

Money Heist season 5, Fast & Furious 9, Kota Factory season 2, Lucifer season 6, Sex Education season 3, Black Widow, Shang-Chi, Bhoot Police, Cinderella, Mumbai Diaries 26/11, Annabelle Sethupathi, Ankahi Kahaniya — the biggest TV shows and movies in September 2021 on Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and in cinemas. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3zBEYNL via

Netflix India Now Supports UPI AutoPay for Recurring Payments

Netflix is now rolling out support for UPI Autopay recurring payments in India. UPI Autopay will be available on Netflix.com and Netflix’s Android app. Netflix might be getting ahead of the curve here, as the Reserve Bank of India will impose new rules on recurring transactions from October 1, and the storing of card details from January 1, 2022. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3kB50dP via

Fossil Gen 6 Smartwatch Range With Snapdragon 4100+, SpO2 Sensor Launched: Price, Specifications

Fossil Gen 6 line-up has been unveiled in the US. The lineup has differnet dial sizes and styles and is powered by the Snapdragon 4100+ platform. It runs on the Wear OS 2 software with Wear OS 3 expected to come in 2022. The Fossil Gen 6 is priced starting at $299 (roughly Rs. 21,900). from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2YdlaTa via

OnePlus Nord 2, OnePlus 7 Series Getting New Features, Improvements With OxygenOS Updates

OnePlus Nord 2 and OnePlus 7 series — OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7 Pro, OnePlus 7T, and OnePlus 7T Pro — are receiving new OxygenOS updates bundled with the August 2021 Android security patch. The OnePlus Nord 2 is getting battery optimisations for PUBG and other gaming titles. The OnePlus 7 series gets the Bitmoji AOD feature that is co-designed by Snapchat. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3BreteC via

Should You Invest in Cryptocurrency?

Investing in cryptocurrency in India is going up steadily, but how many people are doing this simply because of a fear of missing out? There are a number of things that you need to consider before you think about investing in cryptocurrency. Let's take a look. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3zwGEIy via

Microsoft Is Reportedly Discontinuing Support for Office Apps on Chromebook From September 18

Microsoft is reportedly discontinuing support for its Office apps on Chromebook. A new report states that the company wants Chromebook users to transition to Web versions of these apps. This decision will be incorporated around mid-September and while the apps will not be supported by Microsoft anymore they will continue to function. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mFb2g5 via

Twitter Rolling Out Ticketed Spaces for iOS Users Allowing Them to Monetise Spaces They Host

Twitter has started rolling out Ticketed Spaces for iOS users. Ticketed Spaces allow creates to generate revenue from the Spaces they host by charging sort of a ticket price. Twitter Ticketed Spaces were first announced in June and it had opened applications for users who wanted to test the feature. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3kuaOWA via

Microsoft Updates Windows 11 Minimum System Requirements to Include Older Intel CPUs

Microsoft has updated its Windows 11 minimum system requirements to include more Intel CPUs. Through an official blog post, it announced that after Windows Insider testing and exploring options with OEMs, the minimum system requirements now include additional older Intel CPUs that will be compatible with Windows 11, though the other prerequisites still remain in place... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mG0Zr9 via

How to Recover Deleted Photos and Videos From Google Photos

Google Photos will not restore your deleted photos and videos if the trash was permanently deleted or if the content was permanently deleted from the device’s Gallery app, without backing it up first. If the photo or video are visible in the trash folder of Google Photos, you can restore them by following these simple steps. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3sTpvGp via

How to apply or renew your driving license online

Visiting the RTO office just to get a learner’s license or applying for a new driving license is a cumbersome process. To make things easier, the government of India has made an online portal that offers all the driving license-related services like applying for a learner’s or new license, changing address, renewal and more. Also, there’s an Aadhar eKYC method that saves the effort of filling in details in the form. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3BlpwFV

How to Activate Your Jio eSIM

Jio is one of the largest telecom operators in India. It offers a variety of plans for both prepaid and postpaid users. You can easily get a Jio SIM and activate your number to start using its services. Not only a does Jio offer physical SIM cards, it also offers eSIM or Embedded Subscriber Identity Module facility for smartphones that support it. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3zt4zs3 via

How to clean your Windows PC of junk files in six easy steps

When we talk about taking care of our digital devices like laptops and smartphones, getting rid of the junk file buildup is one of the aspects which usually gets neglected. In this tutorial, we tell you some simple steps to clean temporary and other junk files from your Windows PC without having to download and install any third-party software. We will be taking the help of the Command Prompt for the same. Here are the steps. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3ykJn6o

How to Activate Your Airtel eSIM

If you are an Airtel subscriber, you can activate the eSIM functionality provided you have a compatible device. As mentioned, recent flagship phones from Samsung, Apple, Google, Motorola Razr 5G, and Motorola Razr (2019) are part of the compatibility list. For converting your physical SIM to eSIM, follow the simple steps below. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3jpB98X via

Realme C21 Getting Android 11-Based Realme UI 2.0 Update: Report

Realme C21 is reportedly getting a stable version of the Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 update in India. Along with the usual Android 11-based features, the update also brings bug fixes for the battery as well as system stability and performance improvements. The update is 500MB in size for users who signed up for the beta test update. However, the size of the update ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3sOF4z7 via

Apple Watch User Base Crosses 100 Million as Smartwatch Market Grows 27 Percent YoY in Q2: Counterpoint

Apple Watch has maintained its dominance in the global smartwatch market, with its active user base surpassing the mark of 100 million users in the second quarter of 2021, according to Counterpoint. The overall smartwatch market globally is also reported to have grown 27 percent year-on-year in the quarter. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3gzeWDy via

iPhone 13 Series Launch Tipped for September 14, Pre-Orders Likely to Begin September 17

iPhone 13 series is expected to include four models —iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, and iPhone 13 mini. As per a report, media invites are expected on September 7 with a launch event likely to be scheduled for September 14. Pre-orders are reported to begin on September 17 with sale anticipated to begin on September 24. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3BgwXy9 via

Microsoft warns thousands of cloud customers of exposed databases

The vulnerability is in Microsoft Azure's flagship Cosmos DB database. A research team at security company Wiz discovered it was able to access keys that control access to databases held by thousands of companies. Wiz Chief Technology Officer Ami Luttwak is a former chief technology officer at Microsoft's Cloud Security Group. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3jjqPip

Apple CEO Tim Cook set to get $750 million, here's why

The haul consists of about five million shares worth roughly $750 million, according to calculations by Bloomberg News. Part of the payout is contingent on Apple's stock return over the past three years surpassing at least two-thirds of companies in the S&P 500 - a threshold the iPhone maker cleared by a wide margin. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3yjBApu

Realme Narzo 50A Leaked Renders Show Unique Back Panel Design, Triple Rear Camera Setup, More

Realme Narzo 50A’s design seems to have been leaked through a render shared online. It shows a triple rear camera setup, a fingerprint scanner on the back, and a unique design for the back panel. The phone is expected to be the successor to the Realme Narzo 30A from earlier this year. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3ypdvxC via

Moto E20 Specifications and Renders Leak Online, Dual Rear Cameras and 4,000mAh Battery Tipped

Moto E20 specifications and renders have leaked online. The phone from Lenovo-owned Motorola is tipped to feature a 6.5-inch HD+ display and run on Android 11. It is expected to sport a dual camera setup at the back with a 13-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. The launch timeline of the phone is not known. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/38lgyvP via

OnlyFans Suspends Plan to Ban Sexually Explicit Content After Outcry From Creators

OnlyFans says it has suspended a plan to ban sexually explicit content following an outcry from its creators and advocates for sex workers. The subscription site said in a prepared statement that the planned ban was “no longer required due to banking partners’ assurances that OnlyFans can support all genres of creators" and declined to answer further questions. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2WuAEBu via

US approves licenses for Huawei to buy auto chips: Sources

But in recent weeks and months, people familiar with the application process told Reuters the U.S. has granted licenses authorizing suppliers to sell chips to Huawei for such vehicle components as video screens and sensors. The approvals come as Huawei pivots its business toward items that are less susceptible to U.S. trade bans. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3sIURPZ

Arizona group inks agreement with Taiwan aimed at attracting more chip companies

The Taiwan-USA Industrial Cooperation Promotion Office, which is supported by Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs, signed an agreement with economic development officials in the greater Phoenix area to find ways to bring more of Taiwan's vast semiconductor industry to the metro area. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3sRWkU3

Xiaomi Is Dropping Its ‘Mi’ Branding Starting With Xiaomi Mix 4: Report

iaomi may drop its ‘Mi’ branding from its products in favour of simply using Xiaomi. The change first became apparent with the recently released Mix 4 which, instead of being called Mi Mix 4 in accordance with the previous generation phones (Mi Mix 3, Mi Mix 2, and so on), is named Xiaomi Mix 4. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/38aDwWK via

OnePlus Nord, OnePlus Nord CE 5G Getting OxygenOS Update With Performance Improvements

OnePlus Nord, OnePlus Nord CE 5G are receiving OxygenOS 11.1.5.5 and OxygenOS 11.0.6.6 updates, respectively. The updates come with August 2021 security patch for OnePlus Nord and July 2021 security patch for OnePlus Nord CE 5G. The update for OnePlus Nord also gets Bitmoji AOD and the ability to take screenshots for always-on display. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3kgC1vH via

Google Play Store Removes 8 Fake Cryptocurrency Mining Apps for Tricking Users: Trend Micro

Trend Micro reports that the eight fake apps included BitFunds – Crypto Cloud Mining, Bitcoin Miner – Cloud Mining, Bitcoin (BTC) – Pool Mining Cloud Wallet, and Ethereum (ETH) - Pool Mining Cloud. The firm says that two of these eight malicious apps were even paid; meaning users had to purchase them on installation. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3zil4Hu via

Steve Jobs’ Inscribed and Signed Apple II Manual From 1980 Auctioned for $787,484

Apple II manual, a rare collectible inscribed and signed by late Apple founder Steve Jobs in 1980, has been auctioned for a whopping $787,484 (roughly Rs. 5.85 crores) on August 19. The buyer is Jim Irsay, the owner of the American football team Indianapolis Colts. Boston-based RR Auction sold the 41-year-old Apple II Reference Manual last week. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3y7zkS8 via

Official Taliban websites go offline

The websites' disappearance may just be temporary as the Taliban secures new hosting arrangements. But the reported removal of the WhatsApp groups followed the banning of Taliban accounts by Facebook, the service's parent company, on Tuesday after the US-backed Afghan government fell to the Taliban. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2XMd6sj

Nvidia's $40 billion deal for ARM dealt blow by UK regulator

Nvidia Corp's planned $40 billion acquisition of British chip designer ARM hit a major hurdle on Friday after a UK regulator found it could damage competition and weaken rivals, and required a further lengthy investigation. Struck in September last year, the deal for Britain's most important technology company by the world's biggest maker of graphics and AI chips sparked a swift backlash from politicians, rivals and customers. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3gngAYO

How to enable Amitabh Bachchan’s voice on Alexa on your Amazon Echo device

E-commerce giant Amazon has introduced its first celebrity voice in India by roping in Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan. The company has tied up with a celebrity for Amazon Alexa in the past internationally, but in India, Bachchan is the first celebrity with whom Amazon has tied up with. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2UDL8Ok

Cryptocurrency Scam Involving $22 Million Uncovered in UK, Victims Spread Across the World

Cryptocurrencies worth $22.2 million (roughly Rs. 165 crores) have been seized by the UK police after a global fraud scheme was unearthed. They have found USB sticks containing large quantities of Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency in the world after Bitcoin. The Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said the scheme cheated people from the UK, US, Europe, China, Au... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3z2eCnZ via

Netflix Paid $55 Million for Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence Team-Up: Report

Netflix reportedly paid $55 million (roughly Rs. 409 crores) for Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence in Don’t Look Up. Both Will Smith and Denzel Washington earned $40 million (roughly Rs. 297 crores) apiece. Dwayne Johnson could get $50 million (roughly Rs. 371 crores) for Amazon’s Red One, while Daniel Craig is earning over $100 million (roughly Rs. 743 cror... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3iXQNYE via

YouTube Search to Show Chapter Thumbnails, Better Recommendations for Translated Videos

YouTube has updated its search function that it claims will make it easier for its users to search and find new content on its platform. Users will get more visual search features, such as the ability to preview chapters of a video and will get better foreign language recommendations if there is not enough content in the user's native language. The foreign language re... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3svdc2D via

Making Diesel From Ramen Broth? Japanese Transport Company Makes It Possible

The chairman of the Nishida Shoun transport firm, located in southwestern Japan, has devised a method to power the company's vehicles using the biodiesel fuel made, in part, from leftover tonkotsu ramen soup broth. To do this, the company combines the lard extracted from the broth with a fuel made from waste cooking oil. The broth itself is made from pork bones. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3k8gO6V via

Why 90-plus policy and rights groups from around the world have sent open letter to Apple

"Though these capabilities are intended to protect children and to reduce the spread of child sexual abuse material, we are concerned that they will be used to censor protected speech, threaten the privacy and security of people around the world, and have disastrous consequences for many children," the groups wrote in the letter, which was first reported by Reuters. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3AUGCKQ

World Photography Day: An Art Form That Also Keeps Our Memories

On this World Photography Day, let's talk deep about photography. Photography is as much an art as it is science. The science that goes behind the lens to capture the perfect shot as much as the aesthetics that make those shots remain etched for time immemorial. Visual thinking, as we know it, is the normal way of thinking for many – we might forget numbers, but we ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mfZPSQ via

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G With Snapdragon 778G SoC, 25W Charging Support Launched: Price, Specifications

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G has been launched as a new model in the Galaxy A-series lineup. The Samsung phone is an upgrade to the Galaxy A52 5G that was unveiled in March. Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G comes with an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC and includes a 25W charger. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3AP1piK via

Moto G50 5G 'Saipan' Specifications Tipped, May Come With MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC

Moto G50 5G 'Saipan' specifications have been tipped online. The smartphone is expected to come with a MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC, paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage. It may also get a 6.5-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop style notch for its selfie camera. It may get a 13-megapixel front shooter and its triple rear camera setup may be headlined by a 4... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3yW4JYY via

How ToneTag Wants to Bring Contactless Experiences at Malls, Banks, and Retail Shops Using Sound Waves

With startup culture thriving in India and the need for ‘going local’ becoming increasingly popular, we take a look at all the hottest tech startups grabbing headlines in the country. Gadgets 360 talks to Kumar Abhishek, Founder at ToneTag to know about the company’s history, growth, and future plans. We also talk to experts to understand what this startup needs... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3yW8Ns7 via

Redmi Note 10S Starlight Purple Variant India Launch Teased via Official Twitter Account

Redmi Note 10S Starlight Purple variant was recently teased via Redmi India's official Twitter account. The tweet shared a video titled "Paint The Town Purple" suggesting the imminent launch of the new colour variant. Redmi Note 10S Starlight Purple was launched in Malaysia last month and is offered in an 8GB RAM + 128GB storage configuration. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3k6R8YG via

Shang-Chi Debuts New Trailers, Kevin Feige Talks ‘Experiment’ Controversy at World Premiere

Kevin Feige calls Shang-Chi’s “experiment” controversy a misunderstanding at Marvel movie’s world premiere, coming on the back of a new teaser trailer and a clip. Shang-Chi director Destin Daniel Cretton says Good Will Hunting was an inspiration for Marvel’s first martial arts movie. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3gbejzP via

Motorola Edge 20, Edge 20 Fusion Launching in India Today: Expected Price, Specifications

Motorola Edge 20 and Motorola Edge 20 Fusion will launch in India today, August 17, at 12pm (noon). Motorola Edge 20 is expected to carry the same specifications as the European variant while Motorola Edge 20 Fusion is expected to be a tweaked version of Motorola Edge 20 Lite. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2XzXoQX via

Ola S1, Ola S1 Pro Scooters With 8.5kW of Peak Power Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Ola Electric has launched its electric scooters in two variants — the Ola S1 and Ola S1 Pro. The former is priced at Rs. 99,999 while the latter is priced at Rs. 1,29,999, ex-showroom. The vanilla Ola S1 comes with a 2.98kWh battery with 121 kms of claimed range while the Ola S1 Pro comes with a 3.97kWh battery with 181 kms of range. Both variants get 8.5kW of peak ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3g1Drcb via

Redmi Note 10 Pro, Redmi Note 10 Pro Max 6GB + 64GB Base Storage Configuration Discontinued, No Longer Listed

Redmi Note 10 Pro and Redmi Note 10 Pro Max models’ 6GB + 64GB storage configuration is no longer listed by Mi.com. Even Amazon no longer lists the base configuration for both the phones. This comes just as the company gears up to launch the Redmi 10 range in India. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3k1TwzT via

Samsung Galaxy A03s Specifications Tipped; May Feature 6.5-Inch HD+ Display, Triple Rear Camera Setup

Samsung Galaxy A03s specifications have allegedly leaked along with a render showing off the colour options. The phone has been previously spotted in several leaks and listings on certification websites, hinting at an imminent launch. However, Samsung has not officially shared any details. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3yRy2vI via

What Is Cryptocurrency Mining? How Can You Do It?

Although cryptocurrency is on the rise, this new form of money is not very well understood. What exactly is cryptocurrency, and how do people 'mine' it? In this explainer, we take a deep dive into one of the key facets of the blockchain based cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Dogecoin, Ether, and so on. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/37JjmCX via

COVID-19 Misinformation at US Public Forums Vexes Social Media Platforms, Big Tech

Videos of local government meetings have emerged as the latest vector of COVID-19 misinformation, broadcasting misleading claims about masks and vaccines to millions and creating new challenges for Internet platforms trying to balance the potential harm against the need for government openness. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3smiCNi via

Free Guy 2 Announced by Ryan Reynolds, as Free Guy Box Office Opens to $51 Million Opening Weekend

Free Guy 2 confirmed by Disney, Ryan Reynolds tweeted. Free Guy’s opening weekend box office is $51 million (about Rs. 378 crores). Free Guy full movie leaked on torrent sites and piracy networks, ahead of India release date, which will likely limit its potential here. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mkzrHR via

Trust in science increases as Covid goes on backfoot

When Jayshree Seth, corporate scientist at 3M, was appointed the company’s first ever chief science advocate in 2018, one of the first things she did was to develop a State of Science Index, based on a global survey. The results shocked her. As many as 4 out of 10 said that if science wasn’t there, life would not be any different. And 29% said they were sceptical of science. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/37J0nsf

How to Delete Your Telegram Account

Telegram is one of the popular instant messaging services that focuses on speed and security. It is available as a free app on both Android and iOS and can be run on multiple devices at the same time with the same Telegram account. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3xKtxS9 via

Jack Dorsey Suggests Third-Party Hack to Change Twitter Feed, Trolls Ethereum

Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Thursday posted details about a hack that he tried to make tweets in this Twitter feed appear in chronological order instead of being ascertained based on the company's algorithm. Users were surprised that the Twitter CEO preferred using a third-party hack instead of introducing a change on the platform. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3iKV2qB via

Facebook Officials Now Summoned by Child Rights Body Over Rahul Gandhi's Instagram Post

Facebook officials have now been summoned by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) over Rahul Gandhi’s Instagram post about a minor’s alleged rape and murder in Delhi. The apex child rights body had earlier issued a notice to Facebook, urging them to take action. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3sisnfO via

Elon Musk Is Launching a Satellite That Will Let You Advertise on a Billboard in Space

Elon Musk is joining hands with a Canada-based startup to make advertising in space a reality. According to reports, the tech billionaire and the startup are working towards putting a billboard into low-Earth orbit. By next year, the team is aiming to send a satellite into space aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket that will enable advertising content to be beamed from Ear... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3yJgUrU via

Apple's Child Sex Abuse Image-Scanning Move Said to Spark Concern Within Its Own Ranks

Apple's move to scan US customer phones and computers for child sex abuse images is facing a backlash that has grown to include employees speaking out internally, a notable turn in a company famed for its secretive culture, as well as provoking intensified protests from leading technology policy groups. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3jTF5NY via

Sharks' Diversity Remained Static When End-Cretaceous Mass Extinction Wiped Out Dinosaurs: Study

Researchers say that the survival and evolution of sharks through multiple mass extinctions received little analytical attention. A new study has now attempted to shed some light on their evolution during the catastrophic event. The researchers studied the morphology of 1,239 fossil shark teeth to see how their diversity was affected during the mass extinction. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3iGVE0t via