Technology News

WWDC 2023: Apple may unveil MR headset, new 15-inch MacBook Air & more [details]

As rumours and leaks have sparked for years, Apple may finally unveil its mixed reality (MR) headset, a larger 15-inch option for the MacBook Air, and more technology at its upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2023.

May 21, 2023

'Over my dead body': Musk tells investor on paying Twitter office rent [details]

Elon Musk apparently told a Twitter investor during a 4 a.m. call that he would pay the company's office rent "over my dead body".

May 21, 2023

New AI voice coach ' Lumen' may help treat depression, anxiety

Artificial intelligence (AI) could be a useful tool in mental health treatment, according to a new study.

May 20, 2023

BGMI game returns to India under strict conditions; close watch on user harm, addiction [details]

Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Friday clarified that the final decision to allow video game Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) to return to the country will only be taken after three months of a strict trial of the game.

May 19, 2023

Poco F5 review: Makes good on many promises

Poco is back with another value smartphone, priced competitively, but aims to take on premium offerings. Can it survive?

May 19, 2023

Samsung Galaxy F54 with super steady OIS, Nightography coming to India this month [details]

Samsung is geared up to launch a premium Galaxy F series smartphone called Galaxy F54 later this month that will offer flagship camera features, making it the most premium F series smartphone launch by the South Korean giant in the country.

May 18, 2023

Looking for concerts near you? Apple puts Music and Maps to task [how it works]

Music aficionados have a new reason to keep using Apple Music and Maps together as the iPhone-maker rolled out a new concert discovery feature to easily find local shows.

May 18, 2023

Apple's App Store is a fortress; over $2 bn in fraudulent transactions in 2022 [details]

Apple has announced that its App Store prevented over $2.09 billion in potentially fraudulent transactions in 2022, blocking nearly 3.9 million stolen credit cards from being used to make purchases, and banned 7,14,000 accounts from transacting again.

May 17, 2023

Acquisition amid layoffs? IBM confirms acquisition of Polar Security, reportedly for $60 mn

Software giant IBM has acquired automated cloud data security and compliance provider Polar Security for an undisclosed sum. Reports claimed that the deal was valued at about $60 million.

May 17, 2023

Musk hits at George Soros after billionaire sells his entire Tesla stake

After billionaire George Soros sold his entire stake in Tesla, Elon Musk has slammed the investor, saying he wants to erode the very fabric of civilisation and "hates humanity."

May 17, 2023

Apple's new tools for cognitive, speech, vision accessibility in its products wins praise

Apple on Tuesday previewed new software features for cognitive, speech and vision accessibility, along with innovative tools for individuals who are nonspeaking or at risk of losing their ability to speak, that will be available in its devices later this year.

May 17, 2023

Flipkart's workshop in Nagpur empowers 1000+ rural women, SHGs; unlocks growth potential

Flipkart continues to remain committed to empowering millions of artisans, weavers, and micro-entrepreneurs across India and its latest stop at Nagpur benefits over 1000 rural women artisans and SHGs. Read more.

May 15, 2023

Apple's new savings account draws $1 billion in deposits within days of launch; what's the appeal [details]

The response to the new savings account has been overwhelmingly positive, with many customers praising Apple for offering a convenient and user-friendly banking solution.

May 14, 2023

How to track lost mobile phones; new tracking portal launching on May 17 [details here]

The Sanchar Saathi portal will be officially unveiled by Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on May 17. The portal will be available throughout the country and cater to lost or stolen mobile phones connected to all telecom circles.

May 14, 2023

YouTuber who crashed his plane to gain online views faces 20 yrs in prison

A US-based YouTuber who deliberately destroyed the wreckage of an airplane that he intentionally crashed to gain online views, has agreed to plead guilty and faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison.

May 13, 2023