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Vivo Y91 3GB RAM Variant Goes on Sale in India via Croma

The Vivo Y91 3GB RAM model offers 32GB storage, Helio P22 processor, and a 4,030mAh battery. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2w4blp4 via

Researcher Still Finding Christchurch Attack Videos on Facebook, Instagram

As of yesterday, there were at least two videos of the shootings available on Instagram and two videos available on Facebook, according to Eric Feinber. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2WPxVOa via

Oppo A9x With 48-Megapixel Sensor, 6.5-Inch Display Launched

Oppo A9x packs a 4,020mAh battery a gradient back panel design, a rear fingerprint sensor, 6GB RAM, and a MediaTek Helio P70 octa-core processor.

Huawei's $105 Billion Business at Stake After US Broadside

The latest US broadside against Huawei that puts the Chinese firm on an exports blacklist threatens to rattle the global tech supply chain.

Nikon Rolls Out Firmware 2.0 For Z7, Z6, Adding Eye AF and More

The Nikon Z7 and Z6 finally gets the Eye autofocus, improved low-light AF performance and more in the new firmware 2.0.

UNSW Team Reports Breakthrough in Quantum Computing

A team of scientists from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Australia has measured for the first time accuracy of two-qubit operations in silicon.

Now, You Can Book Your Flight Tickets via Amazon in India

Amazon has quietly introduced flight bookings in India. The e-retailer has partnered with Cleartrip for the new service.

Instagram Expands Explore Tab With Stories, Shuts Down Direct App

Instagram is putting an end to Direct, its standalone camera-first messaging app. The app is also doubling down on Stories with revamped Explore section.

Google, Facebook, Twitter Still Falling Short in Combating Fake News: EU

The Internet giants are not doing enough to tackle fake news plaguing the election campaign to the European Parliament, the European Commission said.

Call of Duty Mobile Maps, Game Modes, and More Revealed by Activision

Activision has revealed a ton of details about the Call of Duty Mobile game ahead of the game's global beta testing such as game modes, maps, weapons, etc.

iPhone User Base See Dismal Growth in US in Q1 2019, CIRP Data Reveals

Apple iPhone user base in the US saw a dismal growth in the first calendar quarter of 2019.The quarter ending March 2019 recorded the US iPhone user base at 193 million units.

US, European Officials Bring Charges in Global Malware Case

Ten people, including five Russian fugitives, have been charged in connection with malicious software attacks that infected tens of thousands of computers worldwide.

Micromax iOne With Display Notch, Android Pie Launched in India

The Micromax iOne comes with a notch display, an octa-core chipset, and is priced under the Rs. 5,000 segment.

Grumpy Cat, Internet Star, Dies at the Age of 7

Internet star "Grumpy Cat" has died at the age of seven, her owners said early Friday.

NASA Selects 11 US Firms to Build Human Lunar Landers

NASA has selected 11 companies including Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Elon Musk's SpaceX to develop prototypes of human landers for its Artemis lunar exploration programme.

Amazon Invests in British Food Courier Deliveroo

Amazon has taken a stake in Deliveroo, the British food delivery company said on Friday.

Oppo A9x With 48-Megapixel Sensor, 6.5-Inch Display Launched

Oppo A9x packs a 4,020mAh battery a gradient back panel design, a rear fingerprint sensor, 6GB RAM, and a MediaTek Helio P70 octa-core processor. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2YAJARw via

Huawei's $105 Billion Business at Stake After US Broadside

The latest US broadside against Huawei that puts the Chinese firm on an exports blacklist threatens to rattle the global tech supply chain. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Hox3e0 via

Nikon Rolls Out Firmware 2.0 For Z7, Z6, Adding Eye AF and More

The Nikon Z7 and Z6 finally gets the Eye autofocus, improved low-light AF performance and more in the new firmware 2.0. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2HstGTD via

UNSW Team Reports Breakthrough in Quantum Computing

A team of scientists from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Australia has measured for the first time accuracy of two-qubit operations in silicon. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/30q9E3g via

Now, You Can Book Your Flight Tickets via Amazon in India

Amazon has quietly introduced flight bookings in India. The e-retailer has partnered with Cleartrip for the new service. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2EgSUC6 via

Instagram Expands Explore Tab With Stories, Shuts Down Direct App

Instagram is putting an end to Direct, its standalone camera-first messaging app. The app is also doubling down on Stories with revamped Explore section. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2W48JX6 via

Google, Facebook, Twitter Still Falling Short in Combating Fake News: EU

The Internet giants are not doing enough to tackle fake news plaguing the election campaign to the European Parliament, the European Commission said. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2YGjexB via

Call of Duty Mobile Maps, Game Modes, and More Revealed by Activision

Activision has revealed a ton of details about the Call of Duty Mobile game ahead of the game's global beta testing such as game modes, maps, weapons, etc. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Ef295I via

iPhone User Base See Dismal Growth in US in Q1 2019, CIRP Data Reveals

Apple iPhone user base in the US saw a dismal growth in the first calendar quarter of 2019.The quarter ending March 2019 recorded the US iPhone user base at 193 million units. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/30pkGG7 via

US, European Officials Bring Charges in Global Malware Case

Ten people, including five Russian fugitives, have been charged in connection with malicious software attacks that infected tens of thousands of computers worldwide. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2VypFAC via

Micromax iOne With Display Notch, Android Pie Launched in India

The Micromax iOne comes with a notch display, an octa-core chipset, and is priced under the Rs. 5,000 segment. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2VvYXsj via

Grumpy Cat, Internet Star, Dies at the Age of 7

Internet star "Grumpy Cat" has died at the age of seven, her owners said early Friday. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2W8HhaE via

NASA Selects 11 US Firms to Build Human Lunar Landers

NASA has selected 11 companies including Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Elon Musk's SpaceX to develop prototypes of human landers for its Artemis lunar exploration programme. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2LLY9zT via

Amazon Invests in British Food Courier Deliveroo

Amazon has taken a stake in Deliveroo, the British food delivery company said on Friday. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/30qEfhk via

TikTok Leads App Store Downloads for Fifth Quarter in a Row: Sensor Tower

The most downloaded app worldwide in the first quarter was WhatsApp with more than 223 million new installs.

John Wick Arrives in Fortnite With Wick's Bounty Limited Time Mode

The Fortnite v9.01 update has introduced a new limited time mode called 'Wick's Bounty' where one can play as John Wick himself.

Twitter Finally Adds Some Much-Needed Features to TweetDeck

Twitter had added a brand new tweet composer to TweetDeck with the ability to easily add GIFs, threads, polls, image tags, and more. The new feature is now available to all TweetDeck users.

TikTok Leads App Store Downloads for Fifth Quarter in a Row: Sensor Tower

The most downloaded app worldwide in the first quarter was WhatsApp with more than 223 million new installs. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2W88SJ4 via

John Wick Arrives in Fortnite With Wick's Bounty Limited Time Mode

The Fortnite v9.01 update has introduced a new limited time mode called 'Wick's Bounty' where one can play as John Wick himself. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2EbNPeo via

Twitter Finally Adds Some Much-Needed Features to TweetDeck

Twitter had added a brand new tweet composer to TweetDeck with the ability to easily add GIFs, threads, polls, image tags, and more. The new feature is now available to all TweetDeck users. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2WOLWf3 via

Redmi Note 7S to Be Sold via Flipkart in India, Red Colour Option Confirmed

Redmi Note 7S will be sold via Flipkart in the country, like its sibling models – Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro. The e-retailer has setup a teaser page for the upcoming smartphone.

Huawei Mate 20 X 5G Launched With 5G Support, 40W Fast Charging

The Huawei Mate 20 X 5G has finally gone official with 5G support, however, it packs a smaller 4,200mAh battery with support for 40W fast charging.

Asus WebStorage Cloud Backup Update Service Reportedly Spread Malware

Asus' WebStorage online service has been found to be distributing malware through its desktop client update service.

Musk to Review All of Tesla's Expenses in New Cost Cutting Plan

Tesla CEO Elon Musk told employees on Thursday that he will increase scrutiny of the company's expenses in his latest initiative to cut costs at the electric car maker.

Huawei Ban Clouds US-China Trade Talks, Tech Sector

The US crackdown on Huawei has made the telecommunications giant a flashpoint in a monumental economic and technological showdown between the two superpowers.

Asus ZenFone 6 Debuts With Flip Camera, Snapdragon 855, 5,000mAh Battery

Asus ZenFone 6 is official. It is the company's first smartphone with a rotating camera. Asus ZenFone 6 also features a massive 5,000mAh battery.

Redmi 6A, Redmi Note 6 Pro, Redmi Y2 Bestselling Phones in India in Q1: IDC

IDC says the Redmi 6A smartphone sold 3 million units in Q1 2019, and managed to rake in the most amount of market share at 9.5 percent in total.

Robert Pattinson, Nicholas Hoult in the Running to Be the Next Batman

Robert Pattinson (Twilight) and Nicholas Hoult (Mad Max: Fury Road) are reportedly in the running to be the next Dark Knight in writer-director Matt Reeves' The Batman.

Wikipedia Is 'Doing Very Well Financially', Says Co-Founder Jimmy Wales

Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales said Thursday that the free online encyclopedia is in good financial shape, although increasing mobile phone use may cut into future donations.

Facebook Says Removes 265 'Fake Accounts' Linked to Israel

Facebook said on Thursday it had removed 265 Facebook and Instagram accounts, pages, groups and events linked to Israel.

Pinterest Shares Plummet on Disappointing 2019 Revenue Forecast

Pinterest said in a regulatory filing it would look to invest in its advertising products through the year.

Oppo A5s Review

Oppo A5s sports a MediaTek Helio P35 SoC and a massive 4230mAh battery but does it offer the best value for your money? Read our review to find out.

Redmi Note 7S to Be Sold via Flipkart in India, Red Colour Option Confirmed

Redmi Note 7S will be sold via Flipkart in the country, like its sibling models – Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro. The e-retailer has setup a teaser page for the upcoming smartphone. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2w4zmMY via

Huawei Mate 20 X 5G Launched With 5G Support, 40W Fast Charging

The Huawei Mate 20 X 5G has finally gone official with 5G support, however, it packs a smaller 4,200mAh battery with support for 40W fast charging. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2WbLD0H via

Asus WebStorage Cloud Backup Update Service Reportedly Spread Malware

Asus' WebStorage online service has been found to be distributing malware through its desktop client update service. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2W3KfgE via

Musk to Review All of Tesla's Expenses in New Cost Cutting Plan

Tesla CEO Elon Musk told employees on Thursday that he will increase scrutiny of the company's expenses in his latest initiative to cut costs at the electric car maker. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2JrWAW2 via

Huawei Ban Clouds US-China Trade Talks, Tech Sector

The US crackdown on Huawei has made the telecommunications giant a flashpoint in a monumental economic and technological showdown between the two superpowers. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2w2u98b via

Asus ZenFone 6 Debuts With Flip Camera, Snapdragon 855, 5,000mAh Battery

Asus ZenFone 6 is official. It is the company's first smartphone with a rotating camera. Asus ZenFone 6 also features a massive 5,000mAh battery. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Ecokd2 via

Redmi 6A, Redmi Note 6 Pro, Redmi Y2 Bestselling Phones in India in Q1: IDC

IDC says the Redmi 6A smartphone sold 3 million units in Q1 2019, and managed to rake in the most amount of market share at 9.5 percent in total. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2WNIpgR via

Robert Pattinson, Nicholas Hoult in the Running to Be the Next Batman

Robert Pattinson (Twilight) and Nicholas Hoult (Mad Max: Fury Road) are reportedly in the running to be the next Dark Knight in writer-director Matt Reeves' The Batman. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Js0YEf via

Wikipedia Is 'Doing Very Well Financially', Says Co-Founder Jimmy Wales

Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales said Thursday that the free online encyclopedia is in good financial shape, although increasing mobile phone use may cut into future donations. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2w64MSY via

Facebook Says Removes 265 'Fake Accounts' Linked to Israel

Facebook said on Thursday it had removed 265 Facebook and Instagram accounts, pages, groups and events linked to Israel. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2YEjVHH via

Pinterest Shares Plummet on Disappointing 2019 Revenue Forecast

Pinterest said in a regulatory filing it would look to invest in its advertising products through the year. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2WQPhdo via

Oppo A5s Review

Oppo A5s sports a MediaTek Helio P35 SoC and a massive 4230mAh battery but does it offer the best value for your money? Read our review to find out. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Jpf6hD via

Third Fatal Tesla Autopilot Crash Renews Questions About System

Tesla's Autopilot system was engaged during a fatal March 1 crash of a 2018 Model 3 in Delray Beach, Florida, the NTSB found. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2W8klZ6 via

Tesla's Autopilot Engaged in Fatal Florida Crash, Finds NTSB

Tesla's "Autopilot" system was engaged by a driver who was killed in a March crash in Florida, according to an initial accident report released Thursday. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2WRvUBc via

Third Fatal Tesla Autopilot Crash Renews Questions About System

Tesla's Autopilot system was engaged during a fatal March 1 crash of a 2018 Model 3 in Delray Beach, Florida, the NTSB found.

Tesla's Autopilot Engaged in Fatal Florida Crash, Finds NTSB

Tesla's "Autopilot" system was engaged by a driver who was killed in a March crash in Florida, according to an initial accident report released Thursday.

Xiaomi India Claims 2 Million Mi TV Sales in 15 Months

Xiaomi has announced that the company has sold 2 million Mi TV units in India since the launch of the company's smart TVs in the country.

Facebook Tweaks News Feed to Prioritise Friends, Relevant Links

Facebook is tweaking its News Feed to help its over 2.3 billion users see friends they want to hear from most and links which are most worthwhile right higher up on its platform.

Netflix Announces Talk Show Special With Shah Rukh Khan, David Letterman

Netflix has confirmed that Shah Rukh Khan and David Letterman sat down for a taped chat on Thursday in New York, which would be "presented as a stand-alone special" and not part of My Next Guest...

Boeing Seeks Regulators' OK, Says 737 MAX Software Update Complete

Boeing said Thursday that it completed its software update on the 737 MAX after two deadly crashes resulted in a global grounding of the aircraft

WhatsApp, Security and Spyware: What Happened

WhatsApp's revelation of a security flaw allowing hackers to inject spyware on smartphones raised fresh concerns about the security of the mobile ecosystem.

SpaceX Postpones Launch of Its First Internet Network Satellites

SpaceX postponed a launch of 60 satellites into low-Earth orbit that was scheduled for Thursday night, possibly until next week, citing a need for software updates.

Realme C2 to Go on Sale Today in India via Flipkart, Realme Website

The second sale of the Realme C2 will be conducted today via Flipkart and the official Realme website with some offers in tow.

Redmi Note 7 Pro, Redmi 7, Redmi Y3 to Go on Sale in India Today

The Redmi Note 7 Pro and Redmi 7 phones' sale will begin at 12pm IST, and the Redmi Y3 sale will begin at 3pm IST.

Flipkart Big Shopping Days Sale: Best Offers on Mobile Phones

Flipkart Big Shopping Days sale is currently underway with discounts and bundled offers on a large selection of mobile phones. We've handpicked some of the best offers on mobile phones that are...

IT Firm Sues US Government for Denying H-1B Visa to Indian Professional

Xterra Solutions alleged in its lawsuit that the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) improperly denied H-1B visa to Praharsh Chandra Sai Venkata Anisetty.

Asus ZenFone 6 vs OnePlus 7 Pro vs OnePlus 7

All the three phones run on Android Pie, are powered by the Snapdragon 855 processor, and pack a 48-megapixel sensor.

Watch the Trailer for Dystopian Series Leila, Out June 14 on Netflix

Netflix has released a full-length trailer for Leila, its next Indian original series based on Prayaag Akbar's 2017 dystopian book of the same name. Huma Qureshi and Siddhart are part of the cast on...

MIUI App Vault Revamped With New Services in Utilities Card

MIUI's App Vault has been updated with new services across 14 different categories that are available under the Utilities card.

Microsoft, Sony Partner on Streaming Games, Chips and AI

Microsoft, Sony said they struck a strategic partnership in which Sony would use Microsoft's cloud for streaming games and media and the two would work together to develop new image sensors.

Samsung Galaxy M20 Goes on Sale in India Today via Amazon With Discount

Samsung Galaxy M20 price in India now starts at Rs. 9,990 for its 3GB RAM/ 32GB storage variant, down from its Rs. 10,900 launch price.

Amazon Faces Backlash in India for Selling Goods With Images of Hindu Gods

Amazon.com faced a social media backlash in India on Thursday after toilet seat covers and other items emblazoned with images of Hindu gods were spotted on its website.

OnePlus 7 Pro Now on Sale in India via Amazon, OnePlus Store

OnePlus 7 Pro price in India starts at Rs. 48,999, and it is now available to buy via Amazon India and the company's own online store.

Xiaomi India Claims 2 Million Mi TV Sales in 15 Months

Xiaomi has announced that the company has sold 2 million Mi TV units in India since the launch of the company's smart TVs in the country. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2JIcydS via

Facebook Tweaks News Feed to Prioritise Friends, Relevant Links

Facebook is tweaking its News Feed to help its over 2.3 billion users see friends they want to hear from most and links which are most worthwhile right higher up on its platform. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2HmDPRE via

Netflix Announces Talk Show Special With Shah Rukh Khan, David Letterman

Netflix has confirmed that Shah Rukh Khan and David Letterman sat down for a taped chat on Thursday in New York, which would be "presented as a stand-alone special" and not part of My Next Guest... from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2WJLkHs via

Boeing Seeks Regulators' OK, Says 737 MAX Software Update Complete

Boeing said Thursday that it completed its software update on the 737 MAX after two deadly crashes resulted in a global grounding of the aircraft from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Q7qqzC via

WhatsApp, Security and Spyware: What Happened

WhatsApp's revelation of a security flaw allowing hackers to inject spyware on smartphones raised fresh concerns about the security of the mobile ecosystem. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Q955G7 via

SpaceX Postpones Launch of Its First Internet Network Satellites

SpaceX postponed a launch of 60 satellites into low-Earth orbit that was scheduled for Thursday night, possibly until next week, citing a need for software updates. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2EdoYXG via

Realme C2 to Go on Sale Today in India via Flipkart, Realme Website

The second sale of the Realme C2 will be conducted today via Flipkart and the official Realme website with some offers in tow. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2JljrSY via

Redmi Note 7 Pro, Redmi 7, Redmi Y3 to Go on Sale in India Today

The Redmi Note 7 Pro and Redmi 7 phones' sale will begin at 12pm IST, and the Redmi Y3 sale will begin at 3pm IST. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2JNiUIP via

Flipkart Big Shopping Days Sale: Best Offers on Mobile Phones

Flipkart Big Shopping Days sale is currently underway with discounts and bundled offers on a large selection of mobile phones. We've handpicked some of the best offers on mobile phones that are... from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2w54HyW via

IT Firm Sues US Government for Denying H-1B Visa to Indian Professional

Xterra Solutions alleged in its lawsuit that the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) improperly denied H-1B visa to Praharsh Chandra Sai Venkata Anisetty. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2JI61Qx via

Asus ZenFone 6 vs OnePlus 7 Pro vs OnePlus 7

All the three phones run on Android Pie, are powered by the Snapdragon 855 processor, and pack a 48-megapixel sensor. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2w0nH1C via

Watch the Trailer for Dystopian Series Leila, Out June 14 on Netflix

Netflix has released a full-length trailer for Leila, its next Indian original series based on Prayaag Akbar's 2017 dystopian book of the same name. Huma Qureshi and Siddhart are part of the cast on... from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2YrXYLM via

MIUI App Vault Revamped With New Services in Utilities Card

MIUI's App Vault has been updated with new services across 14 different categories that are available under the Utilities card. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/30qf52f via

Microsoft, Sony Partner on Streaming Games, Chips and AI

Microsoft, Sony said they struck a strategic partnership in which Sony would use Microsoft's cloud for streaming games and media and the two would work together to develop new image sensors. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Yw4y3L via

Samsung Galaxy M20 Goes on Sale in India Today via Amazon With Discount

Samsung Galaxy M20 price in India now starts at Rs. 9,990 for its 3GB RAM/ 32GB storage variant, down from its Rs. 10,900 launch price. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2YBBUyu via

Amazon Faces Backlash in India for Selling Goods With Images of Hindu Gods

Amazon.com faced a social media backlash in India on Thursday after toilet seat covers and other items emblazoned with images of Hindu gods were spotted on its website. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2YxuYCi via

OnePlus 7 Pro Now on Sale in India via Amazon, OnePlus Store

OnePlus 7 Pro price in India starts at Rs. 48,999, and it is now available to buy via Amazon India and the company's own online store. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2WPoWMT via

WhatsApp Unveils 155 Redesigned Emojis for Android, Night Mode Spotted

WhatsApp Android beta 2.19.139 update brings new designs for as many as 155 emojis. from NDTV Gadgets - Latest http://bit.ly/2Ho76du via