Windows 11 SE has been released as Microsoft’s latest attempt to take on Google’s Chrome OS. The new Windows operating system is meant for entry-level laptops — targeted at students and educators. It is also optimised for Microsoft apps including the Office suite and Edge browser. Users can, however, also get third-party apps including Zoom
If you’re eyeing a new iPhone 13 or hoping to pick up a Pixel 6, you might find they have a feature you don’t know much about: the eSIM. An eSIM is a smaller, built-in version of the traditional SIM card, and it’s coming to a phone or smart device near you. But how does
Battleground Mobile India (BGMI) developer Krafton has said that it has banned 25 lakh accounts permanently or temporarily in a roughly 40-day time frame. The move is aimed at eradicating cheating and cheaters from BGMI, the South Korean developer said. Listing out the steps taken to remove cheaters, Krafton also claims that it has cleaned
iQoo Z5 is getting a new finish called ‘Cyber Grid’ in India. The handset, which was launched in September this year, debuted in three colour options — Blue Origin, Dream Space, and Twilight Morning —in China. However, it arrived in two shades in India: Mystic Space and Arctic Dawn. The third Dream Space colour variant
Wired and wireless mice can both be a perfect choice, depending on the particular purpose they are going to serve. Each comes with its strengths and advantages, limiting or extending flexibility, speed, and freedom of movement. It can become difficult to choose between a quickly-responding wired mouse and an ultra-portable fancy wireless one, especially with
Redmi Note 11T 5G launch in India is tipped to take place on November 30. The new Redmi Note phone is speculated to be the rebranded version of the Redmi Note 11 that was launched in China last month. Alongside its launch date, some Redmi Note 11T 5G’s specifications have also been tipped online ahead
As you use Linux, you may come across references to “standard I/O,” or “standard input,” “standard output,” and “standard error.” What do these terms mean? Standard Input Standard input is a term for the input that a command-based program receives. In interactive use, it is normally from the keyboard, but as you’ll see later, it
NASA is sending Snoopy, the iconic and adorable character from Peanuts, to the Moon aboard its first Artemis mission early next year. Snoopy became the world’s first beagle to land on the lunar surface in the Peanuts comic strips by the late Charles M. Schulz in 1969. More than 60 years later, it is again
Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen on Wednesday said she was “extremely concerned” about the company’s plans to build a “metaverse” — a virtual reality version of the internet — because of privacy problems. Faced with a barrage of bad publicity due to Haugen’s revelations, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced plans late last month to create a
LinkedIn is the go-to social network for professionals, but it’s taking its capabilities to the next level by launching an even more efficient Services Marketplace. It aims to connect employers with the most suitable candidates for jobs as fast as possible. The platform is designed to assist with the hiring process, so here’s how to
Ad tracking has helped businesses grow their understanding about your behaviour, including the potential to buy new items and how you access a particular app or service. Once you’re successfully tracked, marketers deliver personalised and targeted ads to incline you towards their offerings. Apple has tried to address this spying nature of companies around the
Vivo Y76 5G is in the works and may launch soon, if recent leaks are any indication. The new Y-series smartphone has allegedly been spotted on multiple websites including Taiwan’s National Communications Commission (NCC). Vivo Y76 5G is also said to have appeared on NBTC, SIRIM, and IMDA websites pretty much confirming its existence. Additionally,
A second supercomputer and artificial intelligence (AI) upgrades form part of Sberbank’s enhanced offerings of digital services such as cloud computing and virtual assistant software, Chief Technology Officer David Rafalovsky told Reuters on Wednesday. Russia’s largest lender is investing more in non-banking services as it shifts towards offering more technology systems, even last year dropping
Virtual reality is transforming our lives, one activity or whole industry at a time, even for things like exercise. The problem is that VR technology can only replace so much. Even though you can stay fit with the help of just a headset and controllers, there are limits to how effective they are compared to
Tecno Pop 5C has been unveiled. The entry-level phone runs on Android 10 (Go edition) and has a traditional design with thick bezels at the front. On the back, the phone has a single 5-megapixel rear camera setup that sits inside a rectangular module. It is accompanied by a flash. Tecno Pop 5C packs a
Google Photos looking for a way to hide their pictures from others on your phone can use the app’s native Locked Folder feature. It lets you hide your pictures and videos in a passcode-protected space. This will allow you to keep your media content hidden when someone looks at the photos and videos saved on
With the number of devices people own these days, setting up a secure home network is crucial. With cybercrime and hacking incidents on the rise, it is imperative that our home networks are as secure as they are well connected. So, if you don’t want a neighbor stealing your Wi-Fi or a hacker infiltrating your
New Zealand and Australia are set to face off today in the Twenty20 World Cup 2021 final cricket match taking place in Dubai. Australia had some big wins throughout the tournament, and it defeated Pakistan in the second semi-final to book a place in the final against New Zealand, who defeated England to reach the
The automotive industry is buzzing with new, greener cars, such as the expanding number of hybrid alternatives. If you’re unsure whether or not a hybrid automobile is good for you, or even what one is, this article will answer your questions. What Is a Hybrid Car? A hybrid is a type of vehicle that has
The European Space Agency (ESA) and Russia’s Roscosmos plan to launch their joint Mars rover mission in 2022. It was earlier planned to take off in 2020, but got delayed for several reasons. The main cause behind the delay is that the journey from Earth to Mars is only attempted when the planets are favourably
Internet giants, including social media apps Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Snapchat, joined several world leaders to issue a global call to better protect children online at a Paris summit on Thursday. The call, initiated by France and the UN child protection agency UNICEF, acknowledges that “in the digital environment, children can come across harmful and
TikTok is full of funny videos and dances, but there are also tons of iPhone tricks being shared there as well. Some of these tricks are basic, but others are pretty unique and might not be well known to everyone. Be sure to check out these tricks and the corresponding videos to see them in
Taiwan’s Foxconn, which assembles iPhones for Apple, reported a better-than-expected third-quarter profit on Friday, helped by strong smartphone demand as people continue to work remotely through the coronavirus pandemic. But Foxconn, the world’s largest contract electronics maker, said it expects fourth-quarter revenue in its key consumer electronics business, which includes smartphones, to slump more than
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is largely expected to launch in January during the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2022. The phone has been spotted on Geekbench recently and now its marketing images have leaked online. Its full specification sheet has also leaked alongside, leaving very little to the imagination. Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is reported to
China’s largest chipmaker, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation, said its vice-chairman has resigned in a leadership reshuffle less than a year after he took the role. Chiang, a former research director at Taiwan’s TSMC, joined SMIC in late December. The company said he had resigned from his vice-chairman position as well as from the board with
Fingerprint sensors are hugely convenient. We can now log into our phones in less than a second, authorize payments quickly and easily, and ensure that only we and the ones we trust get access to our devices. But, like any part of your phone, fingerprint sensors sometimes stop working, and this can be for several
Moto Watch 100, a rumoured smartwatch from Motorola, has leaked in new official-looking renders. Specifications of the smartwatch have also been leaked, although an exact launch date is not known. Moto Watch 100 is seen with a circular display in the renders and is said to come with silicone strap, marked by a striped design.
PUBG Mobile — one of the most popular mobile games — was banned more than a year ago in India. It left gamers and content creators distressed. But as time moved on, they had to look for different ways to spend their hours during the quarantine. Most of them found solace in Call of Duty
Google is reportedly bringing heart rate tracking and respiratory tracking features on the Pixel 6 via the Google Fit app. These features were available on Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a for a while, and now Pixel 6 owners can reportedly take advantage of them too. It is said to be out of “early access” phase,
Crypto wallets are hugely useful in storing your precious funds but are vulnerable to cybercriminals, as well as loss via device or server malfunction. When any of these events occur, you are at risk of losing your crypto funds. This is why it is crucial to back up your wallet’s private keys (which stand as