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Civilization VI Nintendo Switch Release Date Announced

Popular strategy series Civilization will be gracing the Nintendo Switch with Civilization VI. Last released on the iPad, Civilization VI for Nintendo Switch brings new content, the latest updates,...

Nokia 6.1 Plus 'Hide Notch' Option Removed Because of Google: HMD Global

A moderator has responded to one of the complaint stating that HMD Global was asked by Google to remove the 'hide notch' option for Nokia 6.1 Plus users.

PUBG Mobile Now Has 3 Million Players in the US, Most on Android: Report

This comes after Tencent announced last month, that PUBG Mobile has achieved 100 million downloads across the globe on Android and iOS platforms both.

Samsung Galaxy S10 to Get a More Expensive 5G-Capable Variant: Report

Samsung Galaxy S10 will be the South Korean smartphone maker's tenth anniversary flagship offering, expected to launch in the first half of 2019.

Lockheed Martin Partners Racing League on Self-Piloting Drone Competition

Lockheed Martin is partnering with Drone Racing League to offer a total of $2 million in prize money for an AI algorithm that can navigate better than a human-piloted drone.

OnePlus 6T Leak Hints at Waterdrop Notch, In-Display Fingerprint Sensor

OnePlus 6T is supposed to be the natural successor to the flagship OnePlus 6, if trends from past couple of years are a yardstick to go by.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Muses About AI, Space Over Whiskey and Weed

During the course of a wide-ranging chat with Joe Rogan, Musk drank whiskey and tried a marijuana-and-tobacco cigarette proffered by the comedian.

People Should Be Able to Sell Their Data if Privacy Is Dead, Some Argue

Real ownership of data means having all your information in one place, so people can decide who gets to access it and on what terms.

ISRO Says Working on Smaller Launch Vehicles for Satellites up to 700kg

The small satellite launcher will be able to launch a satellite of 500 to 700-kilograms in a range of 500 kilometre from Sriharikota, and ISRO would beed 50-60 such launchers.

PM Modi Calls for Investments in E-Vehicle Production in Mobility Roadmap

Prime Minister Modi said the government wants to drive investments across the value chain from batteries to smart charging to electric vehicle manufacturing.

Instagram Drafts Guide to Help Parents Monitor Teenage Kids' Usage

The Instagram Parents' Guide includes 10 questions designed to help parents learn more about how teens use it and to ensure that it is being used in a positive way.

Let Users in India Decide on Data Localisation, Experts Say

Experts say consumers should be free to choose jurisdiction in which data can be stored, and "different options could appear as a drop down menu to enable consumer choice."

Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition Out Now for PS4 and Xbox One

On PS4 the Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition price is Rs. 1,498 ($18 in the US). On Xbox One, the Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition price is Rs. 1,500 ($18 in the US). These prices are after a 40...

YouTube TV Subscribers Can Now Pause Memberships

During the pause period, neither the user nor the shared members would have access to YouTube TV and no new programme would be recorded.

TP-Link Archer C5400X Gaming Router With Amazon Alexa Support Launched

TP-Link has unveiled the Archer C5400X gaming router that boasts of tri-band Wi-Fi, eight Gigabit LAN, and one Gigabit WAN ports. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2oLiVBv via

Xiaomi Redmi 6 vs Redmi 6A vs Redmi 6 Pro: How the 3 Xiaomi Phones Differ

Redmi 6 price in India starts at Rs. 7,999, while the Redmi 6A starts at Rs. 5,999, and Redmi 6 Pro price begins at Rs. 10,999. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2M9YMOO via

iPhone Xs Max, iPhone 9 Alleged Back Cases Spotted Ahead of Launch

With less than a week to go before the official launch, alleged back cases of the 6.1-inch LCD model and the premium 6.5-inch OLED iPhone variant have been spotted at a Walmart store. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2Cqxvbc via

Civilization VI Nintendo Switch Release Date Announced

Popular strategy series Civilization will be gracing the Nintendo Switch with Civilization VI. Last released on the iPad, Civilization VI for Nintendo Switch brings new content, the latest updates,... from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2CvRcyj via

Nokia 6.1 Plus 'Hide Notch' Option Removed Because of Google: HMD Global

A moderator has responded to one of the complaint stating that HMD Global was asked by Google to remove the 'hide notch' option for Nokia 6.1 Plus users. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2oPG5a0 via

PUBG Mobile Now Has 3 Million Players in the US, Most on Android: Report

This comes after Tencent announced last month, that PUBG Mobile has achieved 100 million downloads across the globe on Android and iOS platforms both. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2M6dS7T via

Samsung Galaxy S10 to Get a More Expensive 5G-Capable Variant: Report

Samsung Galaxy S10 will be the South Korean smartphone maker's tenth anniversary flagship offering, expected to launch in the first half of 2019. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2oNZ3xy via

Lockheed Martin Partners Racing League on Self-Piloting Drone Competition

Lockheed Martin is partnering with Drone Racing League to offer a total of $2 million in prize money for an AI algorithm that can navigate better than a human-piloted drone. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2M96w3z via

OnePlus 6T Leak Hints at Waterdrop Notch, In-Display Fingerprint Sensor

OnePlus 6T is supposed to be the natural successor to the flagship OnePlus 6, if trends from past couple of years are a yardstick to go by. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2wZdjIz via

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Muses About AI, Space Over Whiskey and Weed

During the course of a wide-ranging chat with Joe Rogan, Musk drank whiskey and tried a marijuana-and-tobacco cigarette proffered by the comedian. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2MWkD1w via

People Should Be Able to Sell Their Data if Privacy Is Dead, Some Argue

Real ownership of data means having all your information in one place, so people can decide who gets to access it and on what terms. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2wM7uNw via

ISRO Says Working on Smaller Launch Vehicles for Satellites up to 700kg

The small satellite launcher will be able to launch a satellite of 500 to 700-kilograms in a range of 500 kilometre from Sriharikota, and ISRO would beed 50-60 such launchers. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2M7ff6j via

PM Modi Calls for Investments in E-Vehicle Production in Mobility Roadmap

Prime Minister Modi said the government wants to drive investments across the value chain from batteries to smart charging to electric vehicle manufacturing. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2MYwWdJ via

Instagram Drafts Guide to Help Parents Monitor Teenage Kids' Usage

The Instagram Parents' Guide includes 10 questions designed to help parents learn more about how teens use it and to ensure that it is being used in a positive way. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2NWETwk via

Let Users in India Decide on Data Localisation, Experts Say

Experts say consumers should be free to choose jurisdiction in which data can be stored, and "different options could appear as a drop down menu to enable consumer choice." from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2M9dmG8 via

Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition Out Now for PS4 and Xbox One

On PS4 the Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition price is Rs. 1,498 ($18 in the US). On Xbox One, the Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition price is Rs. 1,500 ($18 in the US). These prices are after a 40... from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2M7Him3 via

YouTube TV Subscribers Can Now Pause Memberships

During the pause period, neither the user nor the shared members would have access to YouTube TV and no new programme would be recorded. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2wLmefq via

GameStop Reports Lower-Than-Expected Video Game Sales

GameStop also said that it continues to engage with third parties regarding a possible deal, that may include a sale of the company.

Jio Marking Its Second Anniversary By Giving Users Up to 10GB Free Data

Jio Celebrations Pack provides users 2GB of additional 4G data per day from September 7 to September 11, meaning 10GB data over the 5-day period.

Escorts Unveils Automated Tractor Concept

Company officials say they will be ready to launch the automated tractor at commercial level in around 18 to 20 months.

Paytm Enables Visa Credit Card Bill Payments on Its Platform

The Paytm platform has also integrated BHIM UPI as a source of pulling funds for the customer to pay for credit card bill payments.

Xiaomi Mi 8 Youth Could Be the Next Mi 8 Family Member

Xiaomi Mi 8 Youth is expected to target at young smartphone customers with a 24-megapixel selfie camera.

Oscars' New 'Popular Film' Category Scrapped for 2019, Says Academy

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Thursday that the 'Popular Film' Oscar would not be part of the 2019 ceremony, as it merits further discussion.

Tencent Announces PUBG Mobile Campus Championship 2018 for India

PUBG Mobile Campus Championship India 2018 announced, dates, prize pool, and everything else you need to know about the country's first official PUBG Mobile e-sports event.

PUBG PC Update Brings Training Mode and New Rewards System

PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds rolled out a new update – labelled #21 – on Wednesday for PC players with the new "training mode" in addition to a new weapon and vehicle.

GameStop Reports Lower-Than-Expected Video Game Sales

GameStop also said that it continues to engage with third parties regarding a possible deal, that may include a sale of the company. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2M73yMX via

Escorts Unveils Automated Tractor Concept

Company officials say they will be ready to launch the automated tractor at commercial level in around 18 to 20 months. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2M8rjEf via

Paytm Enables Visa Credit Card Bill Payments on Its Platform

The Paytm platform has also integrated BHIM UPI as a source of pulling funds for the customer to pay for credit card bill payments. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2MYAJb3 via

Xiaomi Mi 8 Youth Could Be the Next Mi 8 Family Member

Xiaomi Mi 8 Youth is expected to target at young smartphone customers with a 24-megapixel selfie camera. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2CuoWfB via

Oscars' New 'Popular Film' Category Scrapped for 2019, Says Academy

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Thursday that the 'Popular Film' Oscar would not be part of the 2019 ceremony, as it merits further discussion. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2oMRYgF via

Tencent Announces PUBG Mobile Campus Championship 2018 for India

PUBG Mobile Campus Championship India 2018 announced, dates, prize pool, and everything else you need to know about the country's first official PUBG Mobile e-sports event. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2Nnm8oW via

MediaTek to Bring 3D Facial Recognition to Budget Smartphones: Report

Mediatek has partnered with Himax for building the hardware and Vision Technology Face++ for creating the software supporting 3D facial recognition on affordable devices. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2QdoAN0 via gqrds

PUBG PC Update Brings Training Mode and New Rewards System

PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds rolled out a new update – labelled #21 – on Wednesday for PC players with the new "training mode" in addition to a new weapon and vehicle. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2wOfde1 via

Jio Offering Up to 10GB Free Data to Users on Its Second Anniversary

The new Jio Celebrations pack provides users 2GB of additional 4G data per day, over and above their current pack. Let's get into the details. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2MRNML4 via

Moto G5, Moto G5 Plus Start Receiving Android 8.1 Oreo Update

The new Android 8.1 Oreo update from Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus brings along new features like adaptive icons, and new Settings menu.

Nokia X7 Launch Expected Soon, as HMD Global Teases a New Smartphone

HMD Global has released a teaser in Taiwan for an upcoming smartphone that comes with a 19:9 display.

MediaTek to Bring 3D Facial Recognition to Budget Smartphones: Report

Mediatek has partnered with Himax for building the hardware and Vision Technology Face++ for creating the software supporting 3D facial recognition on affordable devices.

Lenovo Cardio Plus HX03W Water-Resistant Fitness Band Launched in India

The new Lenovo Cardio Plus HX03W is an IP68-certified fitness band with heart rate sensor, step counter, and anti-sleep mode.

Twitter Tests New Web Interface, iOS Update Brings Audio-Only Broadcasts

Twitter has updated the iOS app and it brings support for audio-only live broadcasts that will enable viewers to hear you, but not see you.

Xiaomi Mi 8 Gets Android Pie With Latest MIUI China Insider Beta ROM

The Android Pie update for Xiaomi Mi 8 does not come with Google Play, as it is part of the Chinese Insider Beta ROM.

Jio Offering Free 1GB Data With Cadbury Dairy Milk Chocolate

Jio customers who want the free 1GB data need to scan the barcode of the empty Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate to avail the offer.

Vivo V11 Pro First Impressions

Vivo V11 Pro has in-display fingerprint sensor, 'Halo FullView' display, and 3400mAh battery, but is it enough to take on Oppo and Poco? Our first impressions.

Facebook Researcher Tied to Cambridge Analytica Quits

A Facebook spokesperson declined to explain when or why the researcher, Joseph Chancellor, had left the company.

Fortnite Leak Shows Custom Battle Buses, Pets, Weapon Skins

A datamine of Fortnite game files has revealed that more cosmetic upgrades may be on the way, including custom 'battle buses', 'music packs', pets, 'vehicle decoration', and 'weapon skins' among...

New Wave of Safety Gadgets Buoys Women on the Move

Several tech innovations aimed at keeping women safe have come to market in recent years.

Google Digital Wellbeing App Update Brings App Shortcut and More

Google is testing its Android 9 Pie-based Digital Wellbeing app on its Pixels smartphones.

2018 iPhones Price Said to Be Higher Than Expected

The three iPhone variants are set to launch on September 12, where one variant is expected to sport an LCD display, a single camera setup, and no 3D Touch.

Amazon Fire HD 8 With Fire OS 6, Hands-Free Alexa Integration Launched

Amazon Fire HD 8 price in the US starts at $72.99 (roughly Rs. 5,740).

Jio Phone 2 Fourth Flash Sale to Be Held on September 12 on Jio.com

Jio Phone 2 is all set to be available for purchase for the fourth time since launch, in its next flash sale slated for 12pm IST on September 12 on the company's official website Jio.com.

Motorola P30 Play Spotted Listed on Official Site With Price, Specs

Motorola P30 Play was listed briefly on the official site, and was tipped to be priced at CNY 1,899.

Netflix Opens Toronto Film Festival

Cannes, the world's largest film festival, issued a decree earlier this year banning movies from competition that do not have a theatrical release in France.

YouTube Originals Comes to India With A.R. Rahman's 'ARRived'

YouTube has announced the first show – a music talent hunt called 'ARRived' led by award-winning Indian composer A.R. Rahman – under its YouTube Originals banner in India.

British Airways Hacked With Details of 380,000 Bank Cards Stolen

BA said the breach took place between 9:58pm GMT on August 21 and 8:45pm GMT on September 5.

US Charges North Korean Hacker in Sony, WannaCry Cyber-Attacks

Park Jin Hyok worked as part of a team of hackers, also known as the Lazarus Group, to try to breach multiple other US businesses, according to the complaint.

Moto G5, Moto G5 Plus Start Receiving Android 8.1 Oreo Update

The new Android 8.1 Oreo update from Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus brings along new features like adaptive icons, and new Settings menu. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2CrzCvB via

Nokia X7 Launch Expected Soon, as HMD Global Teases a New Smartphone

HMD Global has released a teaser in Taiwan for an upcoming smartphone that comes with a 19:9 display. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2M8NjPm via

MediaTek to Bring 3D Facial Recognition to Budget Smartphones: Report

Mediatek has partnered with Himax for building the hardware and Vision Technology Face++ for creating the software supporting 3D facial recognition on affordable devices. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2QdoAN0 via

Lenovo Cardio Plus HX03W Water-Resistant Fitness Band Launched in India

The new Lenovo Cardio Plus HX03W is an IP68-certified fitness band with heart rate sensor, step counter, and anti-sleep mode. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2NW50nh via

Twitter Tests New Web Interface, iOS Update Brings Audio-Only Broadcasts

Twitter has updated the iOS app and it brings support for audio-only live broadcasts that will enable viewers to hear you, but not see you. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2CATaxk via

Xiaomi Mi 8 Gets Android Pie With Latest MIUI China Insider Beta ROM

The Android Pie update for Xiaomi Mi 8 does not come with Google Play, as it is part of the Chinese Insider Beta ROM. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2MTQ6l1 via

Jio Offering Free 1GB Data With Cadbury Dairy Milk Chocolate

Jio customers who want the free 1GB data need to scan the barcode of the empty Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate to avail the offer. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2wSrfTs via

Facebook Researcher Tied to Cambridge Analytica Quits

A Facebook spokesperson declined to explain when or why the researcher, Joseph Chancellor, had left the company. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2M6yzRd via

Fortnite Leak Shows Custom Battle Buses, Pets, Weapon Skins

A datamine of Fortnite game files has revealed that more cosmetic upgrades may be on the way, including custom 'battle buses', 'music packs', pets, 'vehicle decoration', and 'weapon skins' among... from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2M6yuNl via

New Wave of Safety Gadgets Buoys Women on the Move

Several tech innovations aimed at keeping women safe have come to market in recent years. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2wRUeb8 via

Google Digital Wellbeing App Update Brings App Shortcut and More

Google is testing its Android 9 Pie-based Digital Wellbeing app on its Pixels smartphones. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2wQtmrK via

2018 iPhones Price Said to Be Higher Than Expected

The three iPhone variants are set to launch on September 12, where one variant is expected to sport an LCD display, a single camera setup, and no 3D Touch. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2Q96Dzf via

Amazon Fire HD 8 With Fire OS 6, Hands-Free Alexa Integration Launched

Amazon Fire HD 8 price in the US starts at $72.99 (roughly Rs. 5,740). from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2MSWxVs via

Jio Phone 2 Fourth Flash Sale to Be Held on September 12 on Jio.com

Jio Phone 2 is all set to be available for purchase for the fourth time since launch, in its next flash sale slated for 12pm IST on September 12 on the company's official website Jio.com. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2CrtsLI via

Motorola P30 Play Spotted Listed on Official Site With Price, Specs

Motorola P30 Play was listed briefly on the official site, and was tipped to be priced at CNY 1,899. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2NVwx8g via

Netflix Opens Toronto Film Festival

Cannes, the world's largest film festival, issued a decree earlier this year banning movies from competition that do not have a theatrical release in France. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2Q9LSDD via

YouTube Originals Comes to India With A.R. Rahman's 'ARRived'

YouTube has announced the first show – a music talent hunt called 'ARRived' led by award-winning Indian composer A.R. Rahman – under its YouTube Originals banner in India. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2wPMuFz via

British Airways Hacked With Details of 380,000 Bank Cards Stolen

BA said the breach took place between 9:58pm GMT on August 21 and 8:45pm GMT on September 5. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2MYiT84 via

US Charges North Korean Hacker in Sony, WannaCry Cyber-Attacks

Park Jin Hyok worked as part of a team of hackers, also known as the Lazarus Group, to try to breach multiple other US businesses, according to the complaint. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2wKwm8c via

Iron Fist Season 2: Netflix-Marvel's Worst Show Has No Way to Go but Up

Netflix-Marvel's worst show, Iron Fist, returns for season 2 with a new showrunner as it pits Danny against a familiar foe, but fails to lift itself in a truly satisfying fashion. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2wQpdEc via

Vivo V11 Pro vs Oppo F9 Pro vs Poco F1 vs Nokia 7 Plus

Vivo V11 Pro pre-orders are now open but compare its price in India and specifications will Oppo F9 Pro, Poco F1, Nokia 7 Plus before you buy. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2NqMExs via

Nokia 9 Live Image Leak Tips 5 Rear Cameras, Xenon Flash

The Nokia 9 is expected to come with 8GB RAM, and offer 256GB of internal storage. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2NVhpYk via

Google Shortwave Leaked First Look Reveals AI-Powered Podcast Curations

Google had last month confirmed that Shortwave is indeed part of the Area 120 incubator. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2QbWhyM via

Pixel 3 Launch Imminent as Google Sends Invites for October 9 Event

The event is set to take place in New York City where other "Made by Google" devices are also likely to debut alongside Pixel 3 family. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2MVpeB4 via

Vivo X23 With 6.41-Inch Display, Snapdragon 670 SoC, 8GB RAM Launched

Vivo X23 has been launched in China with a price tag of CNY 3,498 (roughly Rs. 36,700). from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2M8RGKB via

Apple's Purchase of Song-Recognition App Shazam Cleared by EU

The EU on Thursday approved Apple's plan to buy song-recognition app Shazam, saying the move would not reduce choice for music streaming consumers. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2MQXDRv via

Facebook Removes Burmese Translation Feature After Reuters Report

A spokeswoman for Facebook said the Burmese translation feature was "switched off" on August 28. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2MVnoQr via

JBL Cinema SB450 Soundbar Review

JBL Cinema SB450 soundbar has a few tricks up its sleeve, such as a wireless subwoofer, Bluetooth connectivity, and 4K video passthrough. We find out if it's worth buying in our full review. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2QbCU8L via

Twitter Permanently Bans Alex Jones, Infowars, Citing Abuse

Twitter said Jones won't be able to create new accounts or take over any existing ones. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2CqxPa8 via

Apple to Provide Online Tool for Police to Request Data

Apple plans to create an online tool for police to formally request data and to assemble a team to train police about what data can and cannot be obtained. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2wPE8ic via

Xbox One Alexa Support Available to Xbox Insiders from Today: Microsoft

Microsoft will be allowing Xbox Insiders to test Alexa support on the Xbox One from today. Amazon is releasing an Xbox Skill for Alexa that will allow Echo, Sonos, and other Alexa-powered devices to... from NDTV Gadgets - Latest https://ift.tt/2Q83Y8W via