TECHNOLOGY
Microsoft posts double-digit growth, Azure Cloud biz soars
Revenue was up 18 per cent, and profit jumped 8 per cent (year-over-year). "Going forward, digital technology will be the key input that powers the world's economic output," said Satya Nadella, chairman and CEO of Microsoft. "Across the tech stack, we are expanding our opportunity and taking share as we help customers differentiate, build resilience, and do more with less," he said in a statement late on Tuesday.
10 mn people streamed games on Xbox Cloud Gaming: Satya Nadella
He said that billions of hours have been played by subscribers over the past 12 months, up 45 per cent. Many of Xbox most popular titles, including Flight Simulator, are now accessible on phones, tablets, low-spec PCs for the first time.
Google rolls out app privacy labels in Play Store
App developers have till July 20 to add the information to their listings. "As app developers update their functionality or change their data handling practices, they will show the latest in the apps' Data safety section," the company said in a blog post.
Instagram unveils 'Enhanced Tags' on Reels for creators
The company said that, in March, Enhanced Tags was launched for Feed, but now it is available on Reels as well. "Proper creative credit and recognition is a starting point for discovery, new opportunities and economic empowerment. This is especially relevant as more creators collaborate with each other," the company said in a statement.
Nokia launches new smartphone 'G21' in India
The smartphone is available in two variants. The 4GB-64GB variant will be available at Rs 12,999 and the 6/128GB variant for Rs 14,999, across retail and leading e-commerce platforms, the company said in a statement. "Nokia G-series is our mid-range smartphone series with stylish Nordic designs bringing premium smartphone experiences to as many people as possible," said Sanmeet Singh Kochhar, Vice President, HMD Global.
How Twitter users reacted to Elon Musk's takeover
The Tesla CEO's acquisition of Twitter has received a mixed reaction from the Twitterati. "Elon Musk has finally set bluebird," a user wrote on the micro-blogging platform. According to reports, there were more than 200,000 Google searches for "Elon Musk Twitter" on Monday.
Microsoft to finally add Teams in its online store
Microsoft's work and collaboration communications app has not been available in its own store to date. It either had to be downloaded from the web or installed alongside the rest of Office 365. As per the new roadmap, Teams will be available on the store in the upcoming month for both Windows 10 and 11, reports The Verge.
1 mn 'Make in India' iPhones shipped in Q1 2022 as Apple grows 22%
According to data shared by market intelligence firm CyberMedia Research (CMR), iPhones in India registered an overall growth of 22 per cent in the Q1 2022, led by iPhone 12 and 13 sales. "Our insights point to the contribution of 'Make in India' iPhones in Q1 2022, increasing 50 per cent YoY. The contribution of newer generation iPhones, such as iPhone 13, is almost equal to iPhone 12," Prabhu Ram, Head- Industry Intelligence Group at CMR, told IANS.
I&B ministry blocks 16 YouTube news channels for spreading disinformation
Utilizing the emergency powers under the IT Rules, 2021, the Ministry vide two separate orders on April 22, issued directions for blocking of 16 YouTube based news channels and one Facebook account. The ministry noted that the content published by some of the India based YouTube channels referred to a community as terrorists, and incited hatred among the members of various religious communities.
World looking at India's digital prowess with respect: Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Speaking at the annual lecture of the Public Affairs Forum of India (PAFI), the minister said that we have reached a stage where every global leader looks at us with respect and awe, "not just in terms of our healthcare performance but also in terms of our economy bouncing back".
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