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Star Wars Open World Game Cancelled: Report

The Star Wars game was codenamed Orca and was in early development. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2TQIr5O via

Vivo Announces Cashify-Powered Smartphone Exchange Programme in India

As an introductory offer, customers exchanging their old phones to upgrade to a new Vivo model between January 16 and January 19 are entitled to receive an additional Rs. 1,000 bump-up exchange. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2CoCUfD via

Oppo Teases 10x Hybrid Optical Zoom Smartphone Camera, to Be Shown at MWC

Oppo showcased its new 10x hybird optical zoom camera technology and an in-display fingerprint sensor with larger active area. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2HhesTb via

Huawei Nova 3i, Nova 3, P20 Lite, P20 Pro Amazon Sale Discounts Revealed

Amazon Great Indian Sale with discounts on the Huawei Nova 3i, Nova 3, P20 Lite, and P20 Pro will be kicked off on January 20. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2RPDFYT via

ISRO Satellites to Be Used by Railways to Better Track Trains

The Indian Railways has linked its locomotives via ISRO satellites, making it easy to track trains and automatically feed the control charts about the trains' arrival and departure. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2MihmWQ via

Ford, Volkswagen Explore Joint Development of Electric and Self-Driving Tech

Ford and VW announced their partnership against the backdrop of the Detroit auto show. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2SYoF8u via

Microsoft Reportedly Building Foldable Windows Devices

A Windows 10 build has been spotted that could be designed specifically for foldable devices. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2DdFgQ7 via

Far Cry New Dawn PC System Requirements Revealed

Far Cry New Dawn PC system requirements for 720p, 1080p, and 4K revealed. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2De9Wkn via

YouTube Spotted Testing New Video, Download Recommendations

YouTube is testing a new video recommendation format that displays blue bubbles on the screen with relevant keywords and related topic suggestions. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2SSuVPa via

Newly Discovered Super-Earth Exoplanet May Harbour Alien Life: Study

Barnard b (or GJ 699 b) is a super-Earth with a minimum of 3.2 Earth masses. It orbits its red star every 233 days near the snow-line, a distance where water freezes. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2FC0rwX via

Realme CEO Reveals Over 2 Million Realme 2 Phones Have Been Sold to Date

Realme Mobiles has sold over two million Realme 2 smartphones in India. The phone had originally gone on sale in September last year. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2sua5Kr via

Drone Corridor Proposed to Expand UAS Services in India

A task-force constituted by the Union government has proposed creation of "Drone Corridor" and "Droneports" in the country. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2TRl2kP via

Fortnite Flaw Put Millions of Players at Risk, Researchers Say

Epic Games recently fixed the flaw, the Israeli cyber security company said. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2stplqC via

Microsoft Says Will Set Up 10 AI Labs, Train 5 Lakh Youth in India

Microsoft India on Wednesday announced to set up Artificial Intelligence (AI) labs in 10 universities and train five lakh youth across the country in disrupting technologies. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2FwGdFs via

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Sales Pass Five Million in First Week: Nintendo

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate for the Nintendo Switch has sold over five million units worldwide in its first week. This was revealed by Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa in an interview this week... from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2MdYrfF via

Allegations Over Streaming Numbers at Jay-Z's Tidal Probed

The Norwegian government is investigating rapper Jay-Z's music streaming service, Tidal, for the alleged manipulation of streaming numbers. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2FyoXQz via

Google Asks Developers to Submit 64-Bit Versions of Apps Starting August

Google has asked developers to submit 64-bit versions of their apps starting August this year and has also revealed that 32-bit support ends in 2021. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2swzKSI via

Microsoft's Venture Fund M12 Funds Innovaccer, Its First Investment in India

Microsoft's corporate venture fund is leading a series-B round in Innovaccer, a healthcare data platform company. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2RxTuUG via

Allegations Over Streaming Numbers at Jay-Z's Tidal Probed

The Norwegian government is investigating rapper Jay-Z's music streaming service, Tidal, for the alleged manipulation of streaming numbers.

Google Asks Developers to Submit 64-Bit Versions of Apps Starting August

Google has asked developers to submit 64-bit versions of their apps starting August this year and has also revealed that 32-bit support ends in 2021.

Microsoft's Venture Fund M12 Funds Innovaccer, Its First Investment in India

Microsoft's corporate venture fund is leading a series-B round in Innovaccer, a healthcare data platform company.

Uber Calls on Europe to Step Up Investment in Public Transport

Uber is making a new pitch to European officials: invest in public transportation.

WhatsApp Bug on Android Deleting Messages for Some Users, Company Responds

WhatsApp has acknowledged the existence of the bug affecting some Android users that deletes their old chats.

Aussie Businesses Complain Google Sending Outback Tourists Off the Map

Tourism operators in Australia's vast outback say wild inaccuracies in Google Maps are making remote hot spots appear out of reach, deterring people from visiting the region.

Meizu M16th Review

Meizu M16th is a flagship smartphone from the manufacturer that is trying to re-enter the Indian smartphone market. Can the M16th be a good anchor for the company? Read our review to find out.

Ultimate Ears Boom 3 Wireless Speaker Launched in India

The successor to the popular Ultimate Ears Boom 2, the new Boom 3 comes with an improved design and 'magic button' control.

Airbnb Says Profitable for Two Straight Years Amid IPO Talks

Airbnb's expected listing in 2019 would be among a string of public debuts by highly valued Silicon Valley companies.

Redmi Note 7 to Get Xiaomi Mi Mix 3's Super Night Scene Camera Mode

Redmi Note 7 will be getting the Night Scene feature in an upcoming software update, revealed the official MIUI Weibo account.

LG V40 ThinQ Set to Launch in India on January 20 as Amazon Exclusive

LG will launch the V40 ThinQ on January 20 in India, exclusively on Amazon.

PUBG Blamed for Poor Exam Results, Student Body Seeks 'Ban'

PUBG Mobile ban in Jammu and Kashmir demanded following poor exam results.

Snap CFO Tim Stone to Resign, Shares Drop 8 Percent

Tim Stone will be leaving Snap less than a year after taking the job, the company said on Tuesday.

Samsung Galaxy S10 Allegedly Certified in China, Galaxy S10+ Benchmarked

Two Samsung Galaxy S10 variants have been certified by a Chinese regular and the Galaxy S10+ model has spotted in Geekbench database.

Uber Calls on Europe to Step Up Investment in Public Transport

Uber is making a new pitch to European officials: invest in public transportation. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2AR16r9 via

WhatsApp Bug on Android Deleting Messages for Some Users, Company Responds

WhatsApp has acknowledged the existence of the bug affecting some Android users that deletes their old chats. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2SXZYcf via

Aussie Businesses Complain Google Sending Outback Tourists Off the Map

Tourism operators in Australia's vast outback say wild inaccuracies in Google Maps are making remote hot spots appear out of reach, deterring people from visiting the region. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2AL4cNi via

Meizu M16th Review

Meizu M16th is a flagship smartphone from the manufacturer that is trying to re-enter the Indian smartphone market. Can the M16th be a good anchor for the company? Read our review to find out. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Cobhn1 via

Ultimate Ears Boom 3 Wireless Speaker Launched in India

The successor to the popular Ultimate Ears Boom 2, the new Boom 3 comes with an improved design and 'magic button' control. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2McThR8 via

Airbnb Says Profitable for Two Straight Years Amid IPO Talks

Airbnb's expected listing in 2019 would be among a string of public debuts by highly valued Silicon Valley companies. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Mcjy1P via

Redmi Note 7 to Get Xiaomi Mi Mix 3's Super Night Scene Camera Mode

Redmi Note 7 will be getting the Night Scene feature in an upcoming software update, revealed the official MIUI Weibo account. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2RwCYUX via

LG V40 ThinQ Set to Launch in India on January 20 as Amazon Exclusive

LG will launch the V40 ThinQ on January 20 in India, exclusively on Amazon. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2VUoMnj via

PUBG Blamed for Poor Exam Results, Student Body Seeks 'Ban'

PUBG Mobile ban in Jammu and Kashmir demanded following poor exam results. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2FuXrDd via

Snap CFO Tim Stone to Resign, Shares Drop 8 Percent

Tim Stone will be leaving Snap less than a year after taking the job, the company said on Tuesday. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2APaewB via

Samsung Galaxy S10 Allegedly Certified in China, Galaxy S10+ Benchmarked

Two Samsung Galaxy S10 variants have been certified by a Chinese regular and the Galaxy S10+ model has spotted in Geekbench database. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2HfEB4S via

Twitter Brings Reverse-Chronological Timeline Option to Android

Twitter has rolled out the reverse-chronological timeline for Android smartphone users that would enable them to switch to the timeline view of their choice.

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Android 9 Pie Beta Programme Begins

Samsung has kicked off the Android 9 Pie beta program for the Galaxy Note, while the Galaxy Note 9 has received a new 'Dolby Atmos for gaming' feature.

Forza Horizon 4 Emotes Removed Following Fortnite Lawsuit

Fortnite's popular albeit controversial dance emotes may have resulted in Microsoft-owned Playground Games from removing similar content from Forza Horizon 4.

Snapdragon 855 SoC's Benchmark Scores Show Huge Improvements

The first Snapdragon 855 benchmark scores indicate that the upcoming Android flagships powered by it will be significantly faster and more powerful.

"If You Don't Have Haters, You Aren't Doing Anything Right": Alienware VP

We catch up with Frank Azor, VP for Alienware at Dell to talk about the Area-51m, the new 'Legend' design language, and what the future holds for gaming laptops.

OnePlus 6T, OnePlus 6 Now Getting OxygenOS Open Beta 3 and Open Beta 11

The Open Beta programme for OxygenOS gives users early access to new software features, but the firmware isn't as stable as the stock version

Aaron Sorkin Thinks It's Time for a Sequel to 'The Social Network'

Much more has transpired in the Facebook and Mark Zuckerberg stories since the first movie, with the Cambridge Analytica scandal taking the limelight

Huawei Brings Netflix HD, HDR Support to Mate 20 Pro and P20 Pro

Huawei enables HD and HDR support on Netflix for Mate 20 Pro and P20 Pro by bringing Widevine L1 support.

China's Lunar Probe Sees First Cotton Seed Sprout

Plants have been grown on the International Space Station before but never on the Moon.

iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR Smart Battery Case Launched by Apple

The Smart Battery Case for the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR comes in the US with a price tag of $129 (roughly Rs. 9,200).

Meet the 'First Battery-Free Bluetooth Sensor Tag'

The world's first battery-free Bluetooth sensor tag has been announced. It can harvest energy from radio frequencies available in the air.

Twitter Brings Reverse-Chronological Timeline Option to Android

Twitter has rolled out the reverse-chronological timeline for Android smartphone users that would enable them to switch to the timeline view of their choice. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2VWTJr5 via

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Android 9 Pie Beta Programme Begins

Samsung has kicked off the Android 9 Pie beta program for the Galaxy Note, while the Galaxy Note 9 has received a new 'Dolby Atmos for gaming' feature. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2QPG4hK via

Forza Horizon 4 Emotes Removed Following Fortnite Lawsuit

Fortnite's popular albeit controversial dance emotes may have resulted in Microsoft-owned Playground Games from removing similar content from Forza Horizon 4. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2AN1siD via

Snapdragon 855 SoC's Benchmark Scores Show Huge Improvements

The first Snapdragon 855 benchmark scores indicate that the upcoming Android flagships powered by it will be significantly faster and more powerful. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Cnoahh via

"If You Don't Have Haters, You Aren't Doing Anything Right": Alienware VP

We catch up with Frank Azor, VP for Alienware at Dell to talk about the Area-51m, the new 'Legend' design language, and what the future holds for gaming laptops. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2TQB2Dv via

OnePlus 6T, OnePlus 6 Now Getting OxygenOS Open Beta 3 and Open Beta 11

The Open Beta programme for OxygenOS gives users early access to new software features, but the firmware isn't as stable as the stock version from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2FDDcm7 via

Aaron Sorkin thinks it's time for a sequel to 'The Social Network'

Much more has transpired in the Facebook and Mark Zuckerberg stories since the first movie, with the Cambridge Analytica scandal taking the limelight from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2FD3u8g via

Huawei Brings Netflix HD, HDR Support to Mate 20 Pro and P20 Pro

Huawei enables HD and HDR support on Netflix for Mate 20 Pro and P20 Pro by bringing Widevine L1 support. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Fy6Ry7 via

China's Lunar Probe Sees First Cotton Seed Sprout

Plants have been grown on the International Space Station before but never on the Moon. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Mek1Rl via

iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR Smart Battery Case Launched by Apple

The Smart Battery Case for the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR comes in the US with a price tag of $129 (roughly Rs. 9,200). from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2RSevcb via

Meet the 'First Battery-Free Bluetooth Sensor Tag'

The world's first battery-free Bluetooth sensor tag has been announced. It can harvest energy from radio frequencies available in the air. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Rzzl0z via

You Can Take Home a Tesla Model 3 If You Can Hack It at Pwn2Own Contest

Prizes for hacking a Tesla Model 3 range from $35,000 to $300,000, depending on a variety of factors including the exploit used.

Sony A6400 Mirrorless Camera With 'World's Fastest' Autofocus Launched

The 24-megapixel Sony A6400 also has real-time eye AF and subject tracking.

Do Fortnite and PUBG Need to Worry About Gun Rush? We Find Out

Is Red Dead Online's Gun Rush more than PUBG or Fortnite with cowboys and horses? We find out.

BSNL's Rs. 399 Recharge Now Offers 3.21GB Daily Data Benefits for 74 Days

The Rs. 399 BSNL recharge also offers unlimited voice calling and 100 SMS messages per day for 74 days.

YouTube Clarifies Rules on Pranks as Risky Memes Rage

YouTube made clear the updated policies ban pranks that trick people into thinking they are in danger, such as fake home invasions or drive-by shootings.

Intel Vet Takes Wheel of Self-Driving Car Startup Zoox

Intel vet Aicha Evans will lead self-driving car startup Zoox from next month, becoming a rare high-profile black chief executive in a Silicon Valley.

US Charges Suspected Hacker, Traders Over SEC Database Hack

The charges against 10 defendants, including two charged criminally, relate to a suspected 2016 hacking into Edgar, the SEC's corporate filing system.

Facebook Brings Stricter Ads Rules to Countries With Big 2019 Votes

As the largest social media service in nearly every big country, Facebook since 2016 has become a means for politicians and their adversaries to distribute fake news and other propaganda.

Xiaomi Mi Soundbar to Go on Sale in India Today via Mi.com, Mi Home Stores

Mi Soundbar price in India has been set at Rs. 4,999. It will go on sale in India on Wednesday, January 16, at 12pm IST.

Bill Murray, Sofia Coppola Reteam for Apple's First Original Movie

Bill Murray and Sofia Coppola are reteaming for a new feature-length film called On the Rocks, which will be the first original feature film for Apple, as part of its multi-year partnership with indie...

WhatsApp for Android Update Makes Group Calling Easier

WhatsApp for Android has introduced a new call button which makes it easier to start a group voice or video call, and has also fixed a GIF bug.

Call of Duty Black Ops 4 Blackout Battle Royale Mode Goes Free for a Week

Activision has decided to offer Call of Duty Black Ops 4 Blackout for free from January 17 to 24, on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.

Huawei P20 Pro, Huawei Nova 3 Now Receiving Android Pie Update in India

EMUI 9.0 based on Android Pie for the Huawei P20 Pro and Nova 3 includes customisations specifically for Indian users.

Microsoft, Walgreens Partner to Develop Digital Healthcare Services

Microsoft and Walgreens said on Tuesday they have entered a seven-year agreement to research and develop new methods of delivering healthcare services through digital devices.

Sony's MWC Event Scheduled for February 25, Xperia XZ4 Launch Expected

Sony is hosting a press event on February 25 on the sidelines of MWC 2019. The company is likely to unveil Xperia XZ4.

Amazon Fire TV Stick Receives Upgrade With Alexa Voice Remote

The new Amazon Fire TV Stick along with the all-new Alexa Voice Remote comes with a price tag of Rs. 3,999.

Watch the First Trailer for Spider-Man: Far From Home

After multiple delays due to its association with Avengers: Endgame, the first trailer for Spider-Man: Far From Home - starring Tom Holland in the lead as Peter Parker - is finally here.

You Can Take Home a Tesla Model 3 If You Can Hack It at Pwn2Own Contest

Prizes for hacking a Tesla Model 3 range from $35,000 to $300,000, depending on a variety of factors including the exploit used. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2DabD24 via

Sony A6400 Mirrorless Camera With 'World's Fastest' Autofocus Launched

The 24-megapixel Sony A6400 also has real-time eye AF and subject tracking. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2VWlTTa via

Do Fortnite and PUBG Need to Worry About Gun Rush? We Find Out

Is Red Dead Online's Gun Rush more than PUBG or Fortnite with cowboys and horses? We find out. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2VUNp3c via

BSNL's Rs. 399 Recharge Now Offers 3.21GB Daily Data Benefits for 74 Days

The Rs. 399 BSNL recharge also offers unlimited voice calling and 100 SMS messages per day for 74 days. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2CpvvwN via

YouTube Clarifies Rules on Pranks as Risky Memes Rage

YouTube made clear the updated policies ban pranks that trick people into thinking they are in danger, such as fake home invasions or drive-by shootings. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Rxg5Rw via

Intel Vet Takes Wheel of Self-Driving Car Startup Zoox

Intel vet Aicha Evans will lead self-driving car startup Zoox from next month, becoming a rare high-profile black chief executive in a Silicon Valley. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2TSFCkC via

US Charges Suspected Hacker, Traders Over SEC Database Hack

The charges against 10 defendants, including two charged criminally, relate to a suspected 2016 hacking into Edgar, the SEC's corporate filing system. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2RwmrRb via

Facebook Brings Stricter Ads Rules to Countries With Big 2019 Votes

As the largest social media service in nearly every big country, Facebook since 2016 has become a means for politicians and their adversaries to distribute fake news and other propaganda. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2TUg1YM via

Xiaomi Mi Soundbar to Go on Sale in India Today via Mi.com, Mi Home Stores

Mi Soundbar price in India has been set at Rs. 4,999. It will go on sale in India on Wednesday, January 16, at 12pm IST. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2AQ1MNl via

Bill Murray, Sofia Coppola Reteam for Apple's First Original Movie

Bill Murray and Sofia Coppola are reteaming for a new feature-length film called On the Rocks, which will be the first original feature film for Apple, as part of its multi-year partnership with indie... from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2QOdspa via

WhatsApp for Android Update Makes Group Calling Easier

WhatsApp for Android has introduced a new call button which makes it easier to start a group voice or video call, and has also fixed a GIF bug. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2SVz5FV via

Call of Duty Black Ops 4 Blackout Battle Royale Mode Goes Free for a Week

Activision has decided to offer Call of Duty Black Ops 4 Blackout for free from January 17 to 24, on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2MbMNBN via

Huawei P20 Pro, Huawei Nova 3 Now Receiving Android Pie Update in India

EMUI 9.0 based on Android Pie for the Huawei P20 Pro and Nova 3 includes customisations specifically for Indian users. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2APnMrG via

Microsoft, Walgreens Partner to Develop Digital Healthcare Services

Microsoft and Walgreens said on Tuesday they have entered a seven-year agreement to research and develop new methods of delivering healthcare services through digital devices. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2QRvtmj via

Sony's MWC Event Scheduled for February 25, Xperia XZ4 Launch Expected

Sony is hosting a press event on February 25 on the sidelines of MWC 2019. The company is likely to unveil Xperia XZ4. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2RRuLdx via

Amazon Fire TV Stick Receives Upgrade With Alexa Voice Remote

The new Amazon Fire TV Stick along with the all-new Alexa Voice Remote comes with a price tag of Rs. 3,999. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2FyLJa5 via

Watch the First Trailer for Spider-Man: Far From Home

After multiple delays due to its association with Avengers: Endgame, the first trailer for Spider-Man: Far From Home - starring Tom Holland in the lead as Peter Parker - is finally here. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2RQfnxY via