Photo: PNG Item
US Accuses Google Of Digital Monopoly, To File Antitrust Case
Accusing complete monopoly in the search-engine market, the US Justice department has decided to file antitrust-charges against Google. Reportedly, the company has been accused of paying billions to become the 'default browser' in phones and other gadgets, jeopardizing chances of other alike companies to succeed. Google's Chief Legal Adviser said, “We’re confident that court will conclude that this suit doesn’t square with either the facts or… read-more
Tags: US Justice Department, Google, Anti Trust, Digital Monopoly
Courtesy: Washington Post
Photo: Nokia
Global Launch Of Nokia's Essential Wireless Headphones In Nov At Rs 5,100
Nokia has launched its essential wireless headphones in Europe and hinted a global launch at the beginning of November. Priced at around Rs 5100, the over-ear headphones sport a dynamic 40mm driver with a range of 20-20,000 hertz. The gadget is also said to have a long-lasting battery life of up to 40 hours. Additionally, it offers Bluetooth version 5.0, and comes with Siri and Google Assistant support as well.
Tags: Nokia, Essential Wireless Headphones, new launch, Bluetooth
Courtesy: Gadgets NDTV
Photo: The Verge
Microsoft Terms Forced Installation Of PWA Apps As A Bug; Stops Update
After users raised an issue regarding the forced installation of PWA apps, tech giant Microsoft has stopped the release of new updates. Microsoft clarified that they never had an intention of forcibly installing the apps and called it as a 'bug'. Microsoft wanted to bring an update which let users pin the favourite… read-more
Tags: Microsoft, Microsoft Office, PWA Apps, Update
Courtesy: NDTV
Photo: Olympic.org
UK Officials Say Russian GRU Military Intelligence Targets Tokyo Olympics
UK officials have claimed that the Tokyo Olympics 2020 was targeted by Russian GRU Military Intelligence. Reportedly, the attack happened prior to the postponement of the Tokyo Olympics to 2021 owing to the pandemic. UK Foreign Secretary has called Russia's activity as "Cynical and Reckless". Assistant Attorney General John Demers added, "No Country has weaponized its cyber capabilities as maliciously or irresponsibly as Russia."
Tags: Tokyo Olympics, Russia, Cyber Attack, Russian Hackers
Courtesy: BBC
Photo: Tech Aedgar
NASA, Nokia Join Hands To Set Up 4G Network On Moon By 2022
US' space research organization, NASA, has partnered with the Finnish mobile manufacturer Nokia to set up 4G network on the moon. Nokia informed that the 4G network system would be constructed on the moon's surface by late 2022. Nokia will be taking help of Intuitive Machines, a Texas-based private spacecraft design company… read-more
Courtesy: NDTV
Photo: ZDnet
Microsoft Accused of Installing PWA Version Of Office Apps Without Permission
According to reporte, Progressive Web App (PWA) versions of office apps such as Powerpoint, Excel are forcibly getting installed on the Windows 10 devices without users' permission. Some users have notified that these web apps were installed through a software update. Certain tech websites like The Verge, Bleepingcomputer.com, and Windows Latest have also revealed having similar experiences. Reportedly, people have expressed… read-more
Tags: Microsoft, Web Applications, Microsoft Office, Red Flags
Courtesy: NDTV
Photo: Gizbot
Oppo Launches F17 Pro Diwali Version For The Indian Market
Oppo has launched its F17 Pro Diwali Version with a starting price of Rs 23,990 in India. The phone, which operates on Android 10 and ColorOS 7.2, is equipped with a 6.43-inch full-HD screen and Super AMOLED display with a 20:9 aspect ratio. Oppo is offering the phone in gold and aqua gradient matte trim and it will be available for pre-order on Amazon, starting October 23.
Tags: OPPO F17 Pro, Diwali Edition, new launch
Courtesy: Gizbot
Photo: T3
Samsung Grabs The No. 1 Position In Global Smartphone Market In August
With 22% of the market share in August business, Samsung has climbed to the top spot in the global smartphone market. According to reports, this is the highest market share achieved by a smartphone manufacturer. Despite having a temporary downfall in April, owing to the COVID-induced lockdown, Samsung seems to have regained its momentum. Reportedly, Samsung adapted an aggressive marketing strategy to utilise the opportunity that came in view… read-more
Tags: Samsung, Smartphone, Global Smartphone Market
Courtesy: NDTV
Photo: Notebook Check
Sony Playstation 5 and Accessories Price Revealed in India
Japanese tech giant Sony has published the price of the upcoming Playstation 5 gaming console for the Indian market. Two variants, namely Standard Edition and the Digital Edition are priced at Rs. 49,990 and Rs 39,990 respectively. Along with PS5, prices of gaming accessories such as Pulse 3D Wireless headset, Dualsense wireless controller, HD camera were also revealed to be between the range of Rs. 2,590 to Rs. 8590.
Tags: Sony, PlayStation, Playstation 5, Gaming Console
Courtesy: GSM Arena
Photo: India TV
Users Express Anger On Twitter Against Airtel's Privacy Policy
Users have expressed outrage against Airtel after it surfaced that the company can allegedly collect sensitive personal data and information (SPDI) and share it with other parties. Reportedly, the company's privacy policy allows it to collected data and share that with third parties - in and outside India - for services. Meanwhile, Airtel, while addressing the users' concerns, confirmed to revaluate the policy and "make necessary amends".
Tags: Airtel, Data Privacy, Personal Data, Twitter Outrage
Courtesy: NDTV