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Shemaroo Announces ShemarooMe, a Streaming Service of Its Own

As streaming gains traction in India, one of India's biggest content acquisition and distribution companies Shemaroo is stepping into the ring itself, with ShemarooMe. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2CqD9bo via

Huawei P30 Pro Case Renders Tip Quad Rear Cameras, Waterdrop-Shaped Notch

Mobilefun is taking pre-orders for Olixar-made Huawei P30 Pro cases, and the renders tip a quad camera setup and a waterdrop-shaped notch. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2LvAbW7 via

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lineup Said to See Return of 'Edge' Model

Samsung Galaxy S10 range is said to have the Galaxy S10 Edge, Galaxy S10 Lite, and Galaxy S10+ as the three models. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2R8wmvg via

SoftBank's Vision Fund Said to Near $1.5 Billion Investment in Grab

SoftBank is said to be nearing a deal to invest $1.5 billion in Grab, three times a previously expected $500 million, as Southeast Asia's biggest ride-hailing firm looks to expand. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2PUQVGD via

Flipkart Year Ender Carnival Sale Starts December 23: Top Offers

The 9-day Flipkart Year Ender Carnival Sale sale will see discounts on TVs from Xiaomi, Samsung, Vu, and more. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2GwTIGJ via

Uber Says Will Resume Self-Driving Car Testing in Pennsylvania

Uber on Thursday is resuming limited self-driving car testing on public roads in Pittsburgh, nine months after it suspended the program following a deadly accident in Arizona. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2GIgj3k via

All You Need to Know About Netflix's Selection Day

Netflix's next original series from India, Selection Day, is based on Aravind Adiga's 2016 book of the same name. Selection Day release date is December 28. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2GCtx1h via

Apple Predicted to Slash the iPhone Production Yet Again

Apple could further reduce the production orders for the latest crop of iPhones in the first quarter of 2019, predicts analyst Jun Zhang. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2R6gGIT via

Three Ways to Live With Facebook

Naturally, when people don't trust a thing the impulse is to stop using it. Quitting Facebook has become a meme - one that, research shows, some are actually following through with. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2GCttP5 via

Digital Detox: Resorts Offer Perks for Handing Over Phones

Hotels that limit cellphone use risk losing valuable exposure on Instagram or Facebook. But they say the policies reflect their mission of promoting wellness and relaxation. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Bxtka4 via

The Facebook Scandal Isn't Really About Social Media. It's About Capitalism.

Some arrangements enabled Facebook's partners to read and delete users' private messages; others had access to users' friends and their data. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2ECsuf6 via

Dell Inspiron 5480, Inspiron 5580 Launched in India, Starting at Rs. 36,900

The 14-inch Dell Inspiron 5480 laptop starts at Rs. 36,990 while the 15-inch Dell Inspiron 5580 will begin from Rs. 37,990. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2LwnvxT via

The Facebook Scandal Isn't Really About Social Media. It's About Capitalism.

Some arrangements enabled Facebook's partners to read and delete users' private messages; others had access to users' friends and their data.

Dell Inspiron 5480, Inspiron 5580 Launched in India, Starting at Rs. 36,900

The 14-inch Dell Inspiron 5480 laptop starts at Rs. 36,990 while the 15-inch Dell Inspiron 5580 will begin from Rs. 37,990.

Tencent Shares Spike as China Watchdog Flags Video Game Approvals

A local regulatory official said some new video games had been cleared for sale, ending a lengthy freeze in approvals that has spooked players in the world's largest gaming market.

Gadgets 360's Most Popular Podcasts of 2018

Our podcasts - Orbital and Transition - have been growing steadily and in 2018 we did have some great episodes that were also very popular.

Facebook: Backlash Threatens World's Biggest Platform

Facebook, the world's largest social network, faces a growing backlash over privacy and data protection, with revelations this week about sharing data with business partners adding to pressure.

Airtel-Ericsson 4G Trial Hits 500 Mbps Download Speed on Smartphones

The speed was achieved during a recent indoor trial of Licensed Assisted Access (LAA) technology over a live 4G long-term evolution (LTE) network in Delhi-NCR.

Twitter Falls Again After Being Dubbed 'Harvey Weinstein of Social Media'

In a note to investors, online investment newsletter Citron Research's founder Andrew Left called the platform the "Harvey Weinstein of social media" and set a low target price of $20.

Amazon Digital Day Sale 2018: What Is It and What to Expect

Amazon Digital Day 2018 sale will offer up to 80 percent discount on a large selection of digital products such as Kindle books, Marvel comics, more.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Receiving MIUI 10 Stable Update in India, Users Report

Redmi Note 3 users are receiving the MIUI 10.1.1.0.MHOMIFI update which is based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow.

Sony A8F 4K HDR OLED TV Review

Sony's high-end OLED TV can take on any kind of media you throw at it with great results. Here's our review of the Sony A8F TV.

Amazon Flexes Its Well-Defined Muscle on Its Own Labels

Amazon appears to be trying both conventional generics and private-label brands with their own identity.

Apollo 8: NASA's First Moonshot Was a Bold and Terrifying Improvisation

Fifty years later, it's hard to remember how mind-blowing Apollo 8 was, and how scary.

What Can You Do to Protect Your Data on Facebook?

Is there anything users can do to protect their data without walking away from Facebook altogether?

SpaceX's First US National Security Mission Halted Again Thanks to Storms

Thunderstorms forced Elon Musk's SpaceX to postpone Thursday's launch of a navigation satellite for the US military.

Vivo Y93 With Helio P22 SoC Listed on India Site, Tips Imminent Launch

Vivo Y93 price in China set at CNY 1,500 (roughly Rs. 15,300).

WhatsApp Is Dealing With a Child Porn Problem and It Is Failing

Child pornography is being openly and widely shared on WhatsApp Messenger, a research from two Israeli NGOs claims.

Tencent Shares Spike as China Watchdog Flags Video Game Approvals

A local regulatory official said some new video games had been cleared for sale, ending a lengthy freeze in approvals that has spooked players in the world's largest gaming market. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2EzzhGC via

Gadgets 360's Most Popular Podcasts of 2018

Our podcasts - Orbital and Transition - have been growing steadily and in 2018 we did have some great episodes that were also very popular. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2T1jR1D via

Facebook: Backlash Threatens World's Biggest Platform

Facebook, the world's largest social network, faces a growing backlash over privacy and data protection, with revelations this week about sharing data with business partners adding to pressure. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2CrgHPj via

Airtel-Ericsson 4G Trial Hits 500 Mbps Download Speed on Smartphones

The speed was achieved during a recent indoor trial of Licensed Assisted Access (LAA) technology over a live 4G long-term evolution (LTE) network in Delhi-NCR. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2ECpPSE via

Twitter Falls Again After Being Dubbed 'Harvey Weinstein of Social Media'

In a note to investors, online investment newsletter Citron Research's founder Andrew Left called the platform the "Harvey Weinstein of social media" and set a low target price of $20. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2LsFlC0 via

Amazon Digital Day Sale 2018: What Is It and What to Expect

Amazon Digital Day 2018 sale will offer up to 80 percent discount on a large selection of digital products such as Kindle books, Marvel comics, more. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2LseR3u via

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Receiving MIUI 10 Stable Update in India, Users Report

Redmi Note 3 users are receiving the MIUI 10.1.1.0.MHOMIFI update which is based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Bxfmos via

Sony A8F 4K HDR OLED TV Review

Sony's high-end OLED TV can take on any kind of media you throw at it with great results. Here's our review of the Sony A8F TV. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2PUeFee via

Amazon Flexes Its Well-Defined Muscle on Its Own Labels

Amazon appears to be trying both conventional generics and private-label brands with their own identity. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2EJGyo9 via

Apollo 8: NASA's First Moonshot Was a Bold and Terrifying Improvisation

Fifty years later, it's hard to remember how mind-blowing Apollo 8 was, and how scary. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2ECIcXS via

What Can You Do to Protect Your Data on Facebook?

Is there anything users can do to protect their data without walking away from Facebook altogether? from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2R9Q89r via

SpaceX's First US National Security Mission Halted Again Thanks to Storms

Thunderstorms forced Elon Musk's SpaceX to postpone Thursday's launch of a navigation satellite for the US military. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2rKDhfM via

Vivo Y93 With Helio P22 SoC Listed on India Site, Tips Imminent Launch

Vivo Y93 price in China set at CNY 1,500 (roughly Rs. 15,300). from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2GABnIZ via

WhatsApp Is Dealing With a Child Porn Problem and It Is Failing

Child pornography is being openly and widely shared on WhatsApp Messenger, a research from two Israeli NGOs claims. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2ECjGpJ via

Voot to Add Twitch-Like Features Such As Chat, Integrated Gameplay By 2019

It seems that the Viacom18-owned Voot platform wants to add features not too dissimilar to what streaming giant Twitch has. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2V2dey7 via

Apple Elevates AI Chief John Giannandrea to Senior Executive Team

Giannandrea, who joined Apple from Google in April, oversees the strategy for AI and ML across products and services, as well as the development of Core ML and Siri technologies. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2BwTx8C via

Voot to Add Twitch-Like Features Such As Chat, Integrated Gameplay By 2019

It seems that the Viacom18-owned Voot platform wants to add features not too dissimilar to what streaming giant Twitch has.

Apple Elevates AI Chief John Giannandrea to Senior Executive Team

Giannandrea, who joined Apple from Google in April, oversees the strategy for AI and ML across products and services, as well as the development of Core ML and Siri technologies.

Samsung Most Attractive Brand in India, Reliance Jio Ranks 4th: TRA Survey

Reliance Jio, the major disruptor in the the Indian telecom sector, ranked fourth among the top 20 attractive brands, the report said.

Sony Xperia XA3, Xperia XA3 Ultra, Xperia L3 Allegedly Certified

Sony Xperia XA3, XA3 Ultra, L3 are largely expected to launch at CES 2019, if Sony is to follow its traditional pattern.

iOS 12.1.2 Update Released Again With No Noticeable Changes: Report

With the second release of iOS 12.1.2, Apple has reportedly changed the build number from the previous 16C101 to 16C104.

Samsung Galaxy A8s Price Confirmed, Availability Set for December 31

Samsung Galaxy A8s with 6GB RAM/ 128GB storage is now available for pre-orders in China with a price tag of CNY 2,999 (roughly Rs. 30,500).

Samsung Most Attractive Brand in India, Reliance Jio Ranks 4th: TRA Survey

Reliance Jio, the major disruptor in the the Indian telecom sector, ranked fourth among the top 20 attractive brands, the report said. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2EHOiXA via

Sony Xperia XA3, Xperia XA3 Ultra, Xperia L3 Allegedly Certified

Sony Xperia XA3, XA3 Ultra, L3 are largely expected to launch at CES 2019, if Sony is to follow its traditional pattern. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2EJMkGr via

iOS 12.1.2 Update Released Again With New Build but No Noticeable Changes

With the second release of iOS 12.1.2, Apple has reportedly changed the build number from the previous 16C101 to 16C104. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Lsj8nC via

Samsung Galaxy A8s Price Confirmed, Availability Set for December 31

Samsung Galaxy A8s with 6GB RAM/ 128GB storage is now available for pre-orders in China with a price tag of CNY 2,999 (roughly Rs. 30,500). from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2BALkQy via

PUBG Mobile Vikendi Snow Map Can Now Finally Be Played on Android, iOS

PUBG Mobile Vikendi snow map is now finally playable on Android, iOS.

Gboard for Android Now Supports More Than 500 Language Varieties

Gboard and Google Photos have made headlines again this week.

RGB LEDs Could Let Attackers Take Control of Your PC

Software distributed by Asus and Gigabyte for overclocking, monitoring, and RGB LED control have serious flaws that the companies haven't fixed despite being warned.

Google Details How the Pixel 3's Top Shot Camera Feature Works

Google has now detailed how it manages to make the Top Shot feature work and all the processing that goes behind to bring that one good looking motion photo.

10 Government Agencies Can Now Snoop on Any Computer

The Ministry of Home Affairs has given sweeping powers to 10 government agencies to snoop on any computer in the country.

Black Mirror: Bandersnatch – What the Heck Is Going On?

Black Mirror could be returning as soon as next week with a feature-length episode called Bandersnatch. Here's everything we know about Black Mirror: Bandersnatch.

Samsung Galaxy S10's 'Bright Night' Mode Spotted in One UI Beta

Bright Night mode on the Samsung Galaxy S10 is likely to enable users to "take bright pictures even in very dark conditions".

Samsung Galaxy J6 Gets Auto Brightness, Dual VoLTE Support via OTA Update

Samsung is rolling out an update to the Galaxy J6 with auto brightness and dual VoLTE features along with December security patch.

This New Feature Could Change the Way Autoplay Videos Work on YouTube

YouTube seems to be testing a new way to let users have more control over videos that play automatically after one gets over.

Honor View 20 aka V20 Teased to Sport 960fps Video Recording, Advanced GPS

New posters on Wiebo have confirmed that the Honor View 20 is going to be capable of recording video at 960 fps and feature advanced GPS.

Pixel 3 Fingerprint Reader Notification Swipe Not Working, Users Report

Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL users have reported that the swipe down on fingerprint scanner to show notifications feature doesn't work properly.

WhatsApp Web Gets Picture-in-Picture Feature for All Users

The PiP mode will work only on shared videos for now on WhatsApp Web, with support for Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram videos coming soon.

Nokia 3 Starts Receiving Android 8.1 Oreo Update: Report

The Android 8.1 Oreo update for the Nokia 3 comes with the December 2018 Android security patch.

Xbox All Access Service Ends December 31, Will Be Expanded in 2019

The last day to avail Xbox All Access subscription is December 31, 2018

Google Home Tops Smart Speaker IQ Test but Rivals Are Gaining

Google Home has come out on the top for the second consecutive year in the Smart Speaker IQ test conducted by Loup Ventures.

Facebook Said to Develop Cryptocurrency for WhatsApp Transfers in India

Facebook is working on making a cryptocurrency that will let users transfer money on its WhatsApp messaging app, focusing first on the remittances market in India, according to people familiar with...

Google's New Ad Recreates Iconic Home Alone Scenes With Google Assistant

Google has released a new holiday-season ad for its series of products - the Pixel 3 XL, the Home Hub, the Home Mini, and the Nest doorbell - that brings back Macaulay Culkin as Kevin from Home...

Swarm Fined $900,000 by US FCC for Unauthorised Satellite Launch

Swarm launched the satellites in India last January after the US FCC rejected its application to deploy and operate them, citing concerns about the company's tracking ability.

Thor: Ragnarok Duo Re-Team in the First Trailer for MIB: International

Thor: Ragnarok stars Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson have donned new suits and reteamed in a different universe with the first trailer for Men in Black: International, which releases June 14, 2019.

PUBG Mobile Vikendi Snow Map Can Now Finally Be Played on Android, iOS

PUBG Mobile Vikendi snow map is now finally playable on Android, iOS. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2T0CFOA via

Redmi Go Spotted, Said to Be Xiaomi's First Android Go Smartphone

Redmi Go is said to have received certifications in Russia, Singapore, and the US with model number M1903C3GG. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2PSn5mn via

RGB LEDs Could Let Attackers Take Control of Your PC

Software distributed by Asus and Gigabyte for overclocking, monitoring, and RGB LED control have serious flaws that the companies haven't fixed despite being warned. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2A9AJfw via

Google Details How the Pixel 3's Top Shot Camera Feature Works

Google has now detailed how it manages to make the Top Shot feature work and all the processing that goes behind to bring that one good looking motion photo. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2R9BfEh via

10 Government Agencies Can Now Snoop on Any Computer

The Ministry of Home Affairs has given sweeping powers to 10 government agencies to snoop on any computer in the country. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2EElkYR via

Five Nations Take China to Task Over Hacking, US Stops Short of Sanctions

The US and four of its closest allies blamed China on Thursday for a 12-year campaign of cyber-attacks that vacuumed up technology and trade secrets in 12 countries. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2rPgob2 via gqrds

Black Mirror: Bandersnatch – What the Heck Is Going On?

Black Mirror could be returning as soon as next week with a feature-length episode called Bandersnatch. Here's everything we know about Black Mirror: Bandersnatch. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2GHOmsq via

Samsung Galaxy S10's 'Bright Night' Mode Spotted in One UI Beta

Bright Night mode on the Samsung Galaxy S10 is likely to enable users to "take bright pictures even in very dark conditions". from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2SdLWD7 via

Samsung Galaxy J6 Gets Auto Brightness, Dual VoLTE Support via OTA Update

Samsung is rolling out an update to the Galaxy J6 with auto brightness and dual VoLTE features along with December security patch. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2PPEPi8 via

This New Feature Could Change the Way Autoplay Videos Work on YouTube

YouTube seems to be testing a new way to let users have more control over videos that play automatically after one gets over. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2V29nkl via

Honor View 20 aka V20 Teased to Sport 960fps Video Recording, Advanced GPS

New posters on Wiebo have confirmed that the Honor View 20 is going to be capable of recording video at 960 fps and feature advanced GPS. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2QIMvIf via

Pixel 3 Fingerprint Reader Notification Swipe Not Working, Users Report

Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL users have reported that the swipe down on fingerprint scanner to show notifications feature doesn't work properly. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2S9f7qN via

WhatsApp Web Gets Picture-in-Picture Feature for All Users

The PiP mode will work only on shared videos for now on WhatsApp Web, with support for Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram videos coming soon. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2BvRZvE via

Nokia 3 Starts Receiving Android 8.1 Oreo Update: Report

The Android 8.1 Oreo update for the Nokia 3 comes with the December 2018 Android security patch. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2EB08ls via

Xbox All Access Service Ends December 31, Will Be Expanded in 2019

The last day to avail Xbox All Access subscription is December 31, 2018 from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2EAF5j1 via

Google Home Tops Smart Speaker IQ Test but Rivals Are Gaining

Google Home has come out on the top for the second consecutive year in the Smart Speaker IQ test conducted by Loup Ventures. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2CsZPYF via

Facebook Said to Develop Cryptocurrency for WhatsApp Transfers in India

Facebook is working on making a cryptocurrency that will let users transfer money on its WhatsApp messaging app, focusing first on the remittances market in India, according to people familiar with... from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2A41YZ9 via

Google's New Ad Recreates Iconic Home Alone Scenes With Google Assistant

Google has released a new holiday-season ad for its series of products - the Pixel 3 XL, the Home Hub, the Home Mini, and the Nest doorbell - that brings back Macaulay Culkin as Kevin from Home... from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2CqDrz9 via

Swarm Fined $900,000 by US FCC for Unauthorised Satellite Launch

Swarm launched the satellites in India last January after the US FCC rejected its application to deploy and operate them, citing concerns about the company's tracking ability. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2UZFkdb via

Thor: Ragnarok Duo Re-Team in the First Trailer for MIB: International

Thor: Ragnarok stars Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson have donned new suits and reteamed in a different universe with the first trailer for Men in Black: International, which releases June 14, 2019. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2A9qvMc via

China Denies 'Slanderous' Cyber-Espionage Charges From US, Allies

China's Foreign Ministry said on Friday it resolutely opposed "slanderous" accusations from the United States and other allies criticising China for economic espionage. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2UZWk2X via

OnePlus 6T Now Receiving OxygenOS 9.0.10, Gets Its First Open Beta

OnePlus has rolled out the OxygenOS 9.0.10 update for OnePlus 6T users, and has also rolled out its first open beta update bringing several new features. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2T0I881 via

Apple Changes How It Reports US National Security Requests

In its first-half 2018 transparency report on government data requests to its website, Apple separated out National Security Letters and requests under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, or... from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2LuNWnZ via

Five Nations Take China to Task Over Hacking, US Stops Short of Sanctions

The US and four of its closest allies blamed China on Thursday for a 12-year campaign of cyber-attacks that vacuumed up technology and trade secrets in 12 countries. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2rPgob2 via

Moto G7 Lineup Leaked in Press Renders With 2 Styles of Notches

In the new range, Moto G7 and Moto G7 Plus appear to sport a dual rear camera setup. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2LsieaJ via

NASA's InSight Lander Sets Quake Monitor on Mars' Red Surface

Mars InSight 's robotic arm removed the seismometer from the spacecraft deck and set it on the ground Wednesday to monitor Mars quakes. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2BwYZYZ via