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Industry body to evolve self-regulatory process for online gaming |
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Panaji | Monday, 2021 8:45:06 PM IST |
| The All India Gaming Federation on Monday announced its partnership with international management consulting firm Arthur D. Little, which is aimed at developing best industry practices and a self-regulatory process covering all aspects of the online gamin ... read.. |
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Samsung sets up NextGen AI-ML lab in K'taka varsity |
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Bengaluru | Monday, 2021 7:45:06 PM IST |
| Samsung has set up a world-class artificial intelligence, machine learning and data engineering lab at the KLE Technological University in Karnataka's Hubballi, the company said on Monday. ... read.. |
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realme to export 'make in India' smartphones to Nepal in Q3 |
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New Delhi | Monday, 2021 4:45:05 PM IST |
| Smartphone brand realme on Monday said it will export 'make in India' smartphones to Nepal from the ongoing third quarter, as the fastest-growing company aims to be among the top 2 smartphone brands in the neighbouring country by 2022. ... read.. |
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Samsung ranks No 5 in Chromebook market in Q2: Report |
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Seoul | Monday, 2021 3:45:06 PM IST |
| Samsung Electronics was the world's fifth-largest vendor of Chromebooks in the second quarter of the year, a report showed on Monday, as the South Korean tech giant aims to expand its presence in the portable PC market amid the pandemic. ... read.. |
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Birds' brain may hold clue why they outlived other dinosaurs |
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New York | Sunday, 2021 9:15:05 PM IST |
| US researchers have discovered a new bird fossil which showed that a unique brain shape may be the reason why the ancestors of living birds survived the mass extinction that claimed all other known dinosaurs 66 million years ago. ... read.. |
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POCO F3 GT looks like an all rounder in crowded mid-segment |
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New Delhi | Sunday, 2021 5:45:05 PM IST |
| Aiming to offer top-notch devices for the users in the super-crowded mid-premium price segment in India, smartphone brand POCO has unveiled another device -- POCO F3 GT -- that features the latest 6nm Dimensity 1200 chipset for top-end performance. ... read.. |
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Apple dominates global tablet market amid supply concerns: IDC |
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New Delhi | Sunday, 2021 4:45:05 PM IST |
| Apple shipped 12.9 million iPads in the second quarter (Q2), capturing 31.9 per cent market share in the category, followed by its nearest rival Samsung which shipped 8 million tablets with a distant 19.6 per cent share, according to latest IDC estimates. ... read.. |
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Apple Music taps more Indian languages, nurtures local talent |
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New Delhi | Sunday, 2021 4:15:05 PM IST |
| Apple Music has created flagship playlists in India across eight languages -- Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Bengali, Marathi and Hindi -- and according to the tech giant, top five genres of music in the country currently are Bollywood, Pop, ... read.. |
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Tesla reduces Model 3 price in China: Report |
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Beijing | Saturday, 2021 11:45:05 PM IST |
| Electric vehicle maker Tesla has reduced the price of the Model 3 Standard Range in China, even as the price of the same vehicle produced in the US has been going up. ... read.. |
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AWS leading Cloud service provider in Q2 amid 'green' Cloud call |
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New Delhi | Saturday, 2021 7:45:05 PM IST |
| Amazon Web Services (AWS) was the leading cloud service provider in the second quarter accounting for 31 per cent of total spend after growing 37 per cent on an annual basis, a new report has showed, as top Cloud vendors aim to cut carbon footprint for a ... read.. |
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Apple leads tablet app processors market with 59% revenue share |
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| Saturday, 2021 6:45:06 PM IST |
| Apple maintained its tablet AP (app processor) market leadership with a 59 per cent revenue share in Q1 -- the company's highest share in the past nine years -- followed by Intel with 14 percent and Qualcomm with 10 percent, according to a report. ... read.. |
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FB developing AI, new ways to detect users under age 13 |
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New Delhi | Saturday, 2021 5:45:06 PM IST |
| Admitting that it is not easy to detect and remove accounts belonging to people under the age of 13, Facebook has said that it is looking at ways to convince people under age 13 to not lie about their age, including using the artificial intelligence (AI) ... read.. |
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Russia blames 'software failure' for misfired engines that shook ISS |
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Washington/Moscow | Saturday, 2021 5:45:06 PM IST |
| Russian space agency Roscosmos has blamed a short-term software failure which led to erroneous engine firings by its Nauka Multipurpose Laboratory Module, docked with the International Space Station (ISS), shifting the ISS off its normal position. ... read.. |
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Off-target antibodies undermine HIV vaccine efforts |
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California | July 31, 2021 5:45:29 PM IST |
| A new study from Scripps Research suggests that some proof-of-concept HIV vaccines in early human trials generate antibodies that actively hinder protection by degrading the vaccine's payload. ... read.. |
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Study identifies gene that regulates root growth angle in corn |
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Pennsylvania | July 31, 2021 5:45:25 PM IST |
| The discovery of a gene that regulates the angle of root growth in corn is a new tool to enable the breeding of deeper-rooting crops with enhanced ability to take up nitrogen, according to an international team of researchers, led Penn State. ... read.. |
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Microsoft faces subpoena in Google's antitrust case in US |
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San Francisco | Saturday, 2021 4:45:06 PM IST |
| Microsoft, which cooperated with the US prosecutors in building a 2020 antitrust case against Google, is now facing a subpoena to produce millions more documents at the request of Googles defense team, the media reported. ... read.. |
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Can anyone get infected with COVID-19 through currency notes? |
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Berlin | July 30, 2021 10:45:04 PM IST |
| How long do coronaviruses remain infectious on banknotes and coins? Is it possible to become infected through contact with cash? Experts at the European Central Bank, in collaboration with the Department of Medical and Molecular Virology at Ruhr-Universit ... read.. |
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Apple Macs hit record 6 mn sales on M1 chip push in Q2 |
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New Delhi | Friday, 2021 9:45:06 PM IST |
| Thanks to the introduction of Apple Silicon M1 chip, Macs had their greatest Q2 sales ever and reached six million shipments in the second quarter and 90 per cent Macs were powered by M1 chips, a report showed on Friday. ... read.. |
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Chromebooks reach 11.9 mn unit shipments in Q2, HP leads |
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New Delhi | Friday, 2021 9:15:06 PM IST |
| Chromebooks continued to outperform the rest of the PC product categories in the second quarter (Q2), posting 75 per cent annual growth and a shipment volume of 11.9 million units globally, a new report has said. ... read.. |
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Bumble offers unlimited paid holiday to employees |
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London | Friday, 2021 8:15:06 PM IST |
| After shutting down offices worldwide for a week in June to combat workplace stress, dating app Bumble has announced a new leave policy where its 700 staff can take unlimited paid leave, if their manager approves, the media reported. ... read.. |
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Microsoft to invest in OYO before its potential IPO (Ld) |
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New Delhi | Friday, 2021 6:45:06 PM IST |
| Satya Nadella-run Microsoft is in advanced talks to invest in Airbnb-backed Indian budget hotel chain OYO at a valuation of $9 billion, as the hospitality chain is planning a potential initial public offering (IPO) soon, sources said on Friday. ... read.. |
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From propelling rockets/satellites to propelling E-LCVs |
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Chennai | Friday, 2021 5:15:05 PM IST |
| After propelling India's rockets and satellites up above the world's so high, three former employees of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) are now propelling electric vehicles -- light and heavy commercial vehicles on the Indian roads. ... read.. |
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Now remix with Dua Lipa, Lady Gaga on Apple GarageBand app |
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Cupertino (California) | Friday, 2021 4:45:05 PM IST |
| Apple has announced that GarageBand for iOS and iPadOS, the most popular music creation app in the world, will now help creators with all-new sound packs from top artists Dua Lipa and Lady Gaga and leading music producers. ... read.. |
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Amazon shares fall even after posting over $100bn sales in Q2 |
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San Francisco | Friday, 2021 4:15:06 PM IST |
| Despite posting a $100 billion-plus quarter third time in a row, e-commerce giant Amazon saw its stock sliding more than 7 per cent as it missed revenue expectations and provided weak forecast for the third quarter (Q3). ... read.. |
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Intel, Ministry of Education launch 'AI For All' in India |
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New Delhi | Thursday, 2021 11:45:06 PM IST |
| Chip maker Intel on Thursday joined hands with Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Ministry of Education to announce the launch of an initiative -- 'AI For All' -- that aims to create a basic understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for ever ... read.. |
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Scientists detect light from behind black hole |
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New York | Thursday, 2021 11:45:06 PM IST |
| Scientists have for the first time directly observed light from behind a black hole -- a scenario that was predicted by Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity but never confirmed, until now. ... read.. |
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China's smartphone market declines 10% in Q2, Honor in top 5 |
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Beijing | Thursday, 2021 11:45:06 PM IST |
| China's smartphone market saw a steep decline of 10 per cent in the second quarter owing to weaker-than-expected demand and a lack of flagship products that could trigger consumer interest, an IDC report said on Thursday. ... read.. |
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PUBG developer Krafton to raise $3.7 bn via IPO next month |
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Seoul/New Delhi | Thursday, 2021 9:15:06 PM IST |
| Krafton, the video game developer behind global hit PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG), will raise 4.3 trillion won ($3.7 billion) in its initial public offering (IPO), the company said in a regulatory filing on Thursday. ... read.. |
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LG bets on home appliance, TV sales after strong Q2 results |
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Seoul | Thursday, 2021 9:15:06 PM IST |
| LG Electronics on Thursday said it expected a solid third-quarter performance with growth in its auto parts business after delivering strong second-quarter results on the back of its home appliance unit amid the pandemic. ... read.. |
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Sony sells more than 10 mn units of PS5 |
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San Francisco | Thursday, 2021 8:45:06 PM IST |
| Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that its newest generation game console, PlayStation5 (PS5), has sold through more than 10 million units globally since its launch. ... read.. |
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Apple sees blockbuster sales in Q2 as chip shortage hits vendors |
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New Delhi | Thursday, 2021 8:15:05 PM IST |
| Apple saw blockbuster revenue growth for iPhones in the second quarter this year, despite a unit total which increased only 1 per cent (45.7 million units), a Canalys report showed on Thursday, as major brands struggled to secure key components to produce ... read.. |
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Zebronics ropes in Hrithik Roshan, to enter IT peripheral segment |
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New Delhi | Thursday, 2021 7:45:06 PM IST |
| Homegrown audio system and lifestyle accessories brand Zebronics on Thursday announced that it has roped in superstar Hrithik Roshan as a brand ambassador, Zebronics is one of the leading & pioneer brands in India when it comes to the IT peripherals segme ... read.. |
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Pfizer raises 2021 outlook as Covid vax boosts profit |
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New York | Thursday, 2021 7:15:06 PM IST |
| Riding on the success of its Covid vaccine, US bio-pharmaceutical company Pfizer anticipates to make revenues of approximately $33.5 billion in 2021, up from the previously projected $26 billion. ... read.. |
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India may witness 650 mn short-form video app users by 2025 |
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Bengaluru | Thursday, 2021 6:45:05 PM IST |
| After Facebook and Google, the short-form video apps are set to take over as the second biggest segment in India in terms of time spent, even overtaking OTT platforms, a new report showed on Thursday. The monthly active users of the short-form segment are ... read.. |
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OnePlus leads India premium smartphone market in Q2: Report |
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Bengaluru | Thursday, 2021 6:15:06 PM IST |
| Smartphone brand OnePlus has once again emerged as the market leader in the Indian premium smartphone segment with garnering 34 per cent market share in the April-June quarter, according to a report by Counterpoint Research. ... read.. |
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Study finds gene that regulates angle of root growth in corn |
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Pennsylvania | July 29, 2021 6:15:07 PM IST |
| During a recent study, an international team of Penn State researchers discovered a gene that regulates the angle of root growth in corn. This finding can serve as a new tool to enable the breeding of deeper-rooting crops with enhanced ability to take up ... read.. |
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Zuckerberg eyes deeper commerce integration across FB apps |
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New Delhi | Thursday, 2021 5:45:06 PM IST |
| Buoyed by the launch of WhatsApp payments in India and Brazil, Mark Zuckerberg has reiterated his commitment towards a deeper integration within the family of Facebook apps including Instagram and Messenger to provide a unified commerce experience to mill ... read.. |
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Google Voice gets new missed call, caller ID features |
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New Delhi | Thursday, 2021 4:45:06 PM IST |
| Google is adding new functionalities in its Voice feature, including missed call, new caller ID and delete SMS messages that will be available to all Google Workspace customers, G Suite Basic and Business customers. ... read.. |
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Twitter reveals 6 key consumer insights in India amid pandemic |
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New Delhi | Thursday, 2021 4:45:06 PM IST |
| Twitter on Thursday revealed six key consumer insights from millions of conversations happening on its platform in India amid the pandemic that would help brands and marketers foster lasting consumer relationships by driving relevance and fast adoption. ... read.. |
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Samsung sells 60 mn phones in Q2, eyes growth via foldables |
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New Delhi/Seoul | Thursday, 2021 4:15:06 PM IST |
| As it prepares to launch the next generation of foldable devices next month, Samsung on Thursday said it expects better performance in the second half with the launch of new foldable smartphones and the expansion of mass-market 5G devices. ... read.. |
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Spotify now has 165 mn premium subscribers |
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San Francisco | Wednesday, 2021 11:45:06 PM IST |
| Swedish music streaming giant Spotify on Wednesday announced that it now has 165 million premium subscribers and 365 million monthly active users. ... read.. |
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Esri India to help states build robust geospatial infrastructure |
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New Delhi | Wednesday, 2021 10:15:06 PM IST |
| Esri India, a leading geographical information system (GIS) software and solutions provider, said on Wednesday that it is looking at working closely with more state governments in helping them set up their geospatial infrastructure and data management sys ... read.. |
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