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Video game news round-up: Assassins Creed, Far Cry 5, The Witcher on Netflix and amp; Destiny 2

Video games reporter Ben Skipper runs down the biggest gaming stories from the past seven days.

May 20, 2017

After hitting 100 million users, is Jio losing its charm?

After setting high benchmarks in the previous months, Jio added 6 million subscribers in March 2017, which has been its lowest so far. Is Reliance Jio the hare in the tortoise and hare race.

May 20, 2017

Over 98% of WannaCry victims were using Windows 7, but fret not, there's an easy fix

Being the most common version of Windows worldwide, Windows 7 was also the worst-hit one during the WannaCry ransomware attack.

May 20, 2017

Jailbreak developer hacks iPhone to unlock hidden NFC features

Hidden or factory-locked NFC features could soon be accessible to iOS end users, thanks to jailbreak developer Elias Limneos.

May 20, 2017

Moto Z2 Force design details revealed; resembles Moto Z2 Play

Like its predecessors, Motorola is expected to unveil Moto Z2 Force and Moto Z2 Play in June.

May 19, 2017

iOS 10.3.1 jailbreak imminent after renowned security researcher confirms new exploit

iOS 10.3.1 jailbreak is expected to release during the forthcoming jailbreak convention aka security conference in August.

May 19, 2017

The moment a young Mark Zuckerberg realises he has been accepted to Harvard

Mark Zuckerberg released video on 18 May of the moment he learned of his acceptance into Harvard University, where he later developed and founded Facebook. Zuckerberg said he released the video, filmed by his dad, ahead of his return to Harvard to receive his honorary degree. In the footage, he is seen in his bedroom opening an email from Harvard while dressed in his pyjamas.Yay, I got accepted, a teenage Zuckerberg says softly, before his father Edward Zuckerberg begins cheering.In the comments section on the Facebook post Zuckerberg provided some insight into the video.Before I went to college, my mom bet me Id drop out and my younger sister bet me shed finish college before me. I bet them Id get a degree. Now I suppose the cycle is complete, he wrote.

May 19, 2017

India's Micromax is second largest handset brand in Russia, ahead of iPhone maker Apple

Micromax is not in news of late, but the Indian brand is reportedly doing well in Russia.

May 19, 2017

After Gmail, Android users can transfer money via Google Assistant

Google has confirmed to release new update to add payment option in its Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered Google Assistant in coming months. This is to all compatible Android phones with fingerprint sensor.

May 19, 2017

How to start using Google Assistant on iPhone: A step-by-step guide for new users

Google Assistant for iPhone is available as a free app on App Store.

May 19, 2017

How to claim your free gift after pre-ordering Galaxy S8 or S8+ in India

Indian Galaxy S8 and S8+ pre-order customers are eligible for a free wireless charger.

May 19, 2017

Microsoft Surface Pro 4 (2017) images leaked ahead of launch; all you need to know

Leaked images suggest Microsoft Surface Pro 4 (2017) will feature the same design language as the predecessor.

May 19, 2017

Tim Cook testing Apple's non-invasive glucose tracker prototype

Apple is working on releasing smart bands for Apple Watch to enable non-invasive blood glucose monitoring for diabetics.

May 19, 2017

Xiaomi Mi Max 2 release date confirmed: Will it come to India?

Xiaomi Mi Max 2 might arrive in India in June.

May 19, 2017

OnePlus 5 camera poised to out-rank top DxOMark rated Google Pixel, HTC U11 series

Chinese smartphone-maker OnePlus has joined hands with DxOMark Mobile to build OnePlus 5 camera to take on top-ranked Google Pixel and HTC U11 series.

May 19, 2017