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Samsung Android Pie One UI news: Here's when Galaxy Note9, Note8, S8 series get new update

Android Pie-based OneUI beta testing is underway for Samsung Galaxy Note9 in select global regions.

Dec 30, 2018

Four killed in bombing of tourist bus near Egypt's pyramids

A makeshift explosive device placed next to a wall on Al-Marioteya Road was detonated at 6.15 p.m. as the bus rolled past, according to the interior ministry.

Dec 29, 2018

India commits Rs 4,500 crore to Bhutan's 12th Five-Year Plan

"I have assured the Prime Minister that India will continue to play the role of a trusted friend and partner in Bhutan's development," PM Modi said in a joint address with Tshering.

Dec 29, 2018

Philippines rattled by 6.9 magnitude earthquake, USGS warns of possible tsunami waves

The quake was earlier thought to be of 7.2 magnitude on the Richter scale, but was later downgraded to 6.9. While no casualties or damage to property were reported, the U.S. Geological Survey has warned of possible tsunami waves in the region.

Dec 29, 2018

Get your Apple iPhone battery replaced for reduced service charge before it's too late

Apple is offering $50 rebate on battery replacement and repair service for iPhone 6 and later versions, but the window will close in a few days.

Dec 28, 2018

Taliban seeks image makeover as Afghan peace talks gain momentum

Taliban are trying to show they have changed since the brutal days of the 1990s when they banned music and girls' education and carried out public executions in Kabul's football stadium.

Dec 28, 2018

Don't fall for rumours, there is no change in Android One programme policy: Google

If you own an Android One series phone, it will certainly get two major Android updates and one additional year of security patches from Google.

Dec 28, 2018

Indonesia raises alert level as Anak Krakatau eruptions intensify, flights rerouted

The nation's disaster management agency raised the alert level to 3 after revealing that the eruptions had intensified in the last few days. The volcano is still showing activity and huge plumes of ash and lava have been seen billowing into the air.

Dec 28, 2018

Nokia 5.1 Plus gets Android Pie: Here's how to install

As promised, HMD Global Oy has released the Android Pie update to the Nokia 5.1 Plus before the end of 2018.

Dec 28, 2018

Tunisia ends rough year with more violence, erupts in protests after journalist sets himself on fire

Abderrazak Zorgui, a journalist, set himself on fire in the city of Kasserine. The 32-year-old also posted a video online, in which he spoke about the economic issues in the North African nation and how people were struggling with corruption and poor living conditions.

Dec 27, 2018

Google for India: Start-ups can now apply for Launchpad Accelerator mentorship programme

Google Launchpad Accelerator Class II is slated to commence in March 2019. Once inducted, the start-ups will have to attend a one-week in-person mentorship boot camp in Bengaluru.

Dec 27, 2018

Nokia X5 gets Android Pie in China: Global version Nokia 5.1 Plus to get latest Google mobile OS soon

HMD Global Oy is expected to open Android Pie beta testing for Nokia 5.1 Plus soon.

Dec 27, 2018

Xbox Games 2019: Most anticipated titles coming for Xbox One, Microsoft Windows 10 PC

In addition to Microsoft Studios, several popular companies Electronic Arts, Ubisoft and others have scheduled to unveil new video games for the Xbox One series and Windows PCs in 2019.

Dec 26, 2018

Who is Syed Ali Raza Abidi? Pak politician shot dead outside his Karachi home

Syed Ali Raza Abidi's death came days after two workers of the Pakistan Sarzameen Party (PSP) were gunned down in the city's Usmania Society neighbourhood.

Dec 26, 2018

Samsung tipped to launch three Galaxy M series phones in India next month: Quick facts

Samsung's new three Galaxy M series phones are likely to be named as M10, M20 and M30. They are expected to come with Infinity-O or Infinity-U display designs.

Dec 26, 2018