Technology News

Google finally adds Konkani in translation; Goa CM, others applaud move [details]

The lovers of Konkani language have hailed the efforts of Google to add this language to Google Translate. Konkani is widely spoken in Goa, many parts of Karnataka and Maharashtra.

May 13, 2022

Google's new 10-shade skin tone scale to boost inclusivity, cut AI bias

Tech giant Google has launched a novel 10-shade skin tone that will be incorporated into its products over the coming months to boost inclusivity and to reduce Artificial Intelligence (AI) bias.

May 13, 2022

Coinbase's new risk factor disclosure stirs panic; CEO says no risk of bankruptcy [details]

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is trying to calm the waters by assuring the customers that the new disclosure doesn't indicate a bankruptcy risk and that their funds are safe.

May 11, 2022

Swiggy Supr Daily exits five cities; B'luru operations to continue [details]

Swiggy announced on Tuesday that its subscription-based Supr Daily service will suspend operations in five cities including Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad and Chennai.

May 10, 2022

How Apple is helping Indian developers achieve perfection; put India on world map [details]

Apple is helping small-time developers fulfil their dreams by guiding and mentoring them in crucial phases of their journey.

May 10, 2022

'Gold-plated Nintendo Wii' is again up for auction

'Gold-plated Nintendo Wii' originally meant as gift for Queen Elizabeth II is up for auction again [details]

The item is not mint-fresh and its utility as a gaming device is absent since Nintendo shut out the Wii Shop years ago.

May 9, 2022

Apple top ML exec resigns. Reason: Company's return to office policy [details]

Ian Goodfellow reportedly sent an email to the staff, citing Apple's return to office policy as the reason for his departure. "I believe strongly that more flexibility would have been the best policy for my team," he said.

May 8, 2022

Reduce depression, anxiety, stress and improve overall well-being by staying away from these [Check]

Taking a break from social media sites, including Twitter, Facebook or Instagram, for at least a week may lead to significant improvements in wellbeing, depression and anxiety, finds a new study.

May 7, 2022

Zomato founder donates Rs 700 crore worth ESOPs; benefits kids of delivery partners [details]

Zomato founder and CEO Deepinder Goyal has fulfilled Housing.com CEO Rahul Yadav's 2015 challenge; makes a generous donation of Rs 700 crore.

May 6, 2022

Collect data and hand it over or face ban; VPN services now face Indian govt's regulations [details]

The most important reason to use a VPN is to hide your IP address. It allows clients to avoid website trackers that collect data and track their position.

May 5, 2022

Samsung Galaxy S22 is a "vanilla" bliss [REVIEW]

Samsung Galaxy S22 is perfect for those who are looking for a good flagship that's priced right.

May 2, 2022

ISMC announces $3bn Semiconductor Fab Investment in K'taka

The ISMC announced an investment of Rs 22,900 crore ($3 billion) investment in a 65 nm Analog Semiconductor Fabrication plant in Karnataka.

May 1, 2022

Xiaomi says it's working with authorities amid seizure of Rs 5.5K crore [details]

Xiaomi said in a statement that it is committed to working closely with government authorities to clarify any misunderstandings.

May 1, 2022

Why Apple is removing outdated or not updated Apps over 3 years [Explainer]

Tech giant Apple, which has been removing apps that no longer receive updates, has clarified that outdated apps are being removed from the App Store as nobody was downloading them.

Apr 30, 2022

WhatsApp working on new feature -- multi-phone, tablet chatting companion at the same time

Meta-owned WhatsApp is likely working on a feature that would let users chat with the same account on multiple phones, or on a phone and a tablet.