TECHNOLOGY
Russia-Ukraine war set to worsen global chip shortage
The worldwide chip shortage will exist well into the last part of 2022, and possibly even 2023, according to the latest US Commerce Department report on semiconductor supply chain. "The global semiconductor chip shortage, which has only marginally been covered, may worsen due to the current Russian-Ukraine tension," said Pallavi Singh, VP at Super Plastronics Pvt Ltd (SPPL).
Meta slams Russia's move to restrict Facebook
The Russian government said on Friday that it will begin to "partially restrict" access to Facebook, after the social network put restrictions on four Russian state-linked media outlets -- the television network Zvezda, news agency RIA Novosti, and the websites Lenta.ru and Gazeta.ru. Nick Clegg, Global Affairs VP at Meta, tweeted that ordinary Russians are using Meta's apps to express themselves and organize for action.
Twitter halts ads & recommendations in Russia, Ukraine
The company said it is proactively reviewing Tweets to detect platform manipulation and taking enforcement action against synthetic and manipulated media that presents a false or misleading depiction of what's happening. The platform said it is identifying and disrupting attempts to amplify false and misleading information. Several researchers sharing Russia-Ukraine information found their Twitter accounts "unexpectedly" suspended.
Samsung Galaxy A03 with 48MP camera launched in India
"This stylish smartphone stands out with True 48MP rear camera and segment's top 6.5-inch display, powerful processor and long lasting 5000mAh battery. Galaxy A03 offers a complete package for our consumers who are curious to explore and excel at the same time," Akshay S. Rao, Deputy General Manager, Mobile Marketing, Samsung India said in a statement.
Top mobile event 'MWC 2022' in tight spot amid Russia-Ukraine war
The 'MWC 2022' is scheduled to begin -- with a mix of in-person and virtual events -- in Barcelona on February 28 and will end on March 3. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has said Ukraine's skies and airspace in Russia and Belarus within 100 nautical miles of borders with Ukraine could pose risks.
Microsoft adds all-new touch-friendly taskbar to Windows 11 test build
Microsoft has started testing a new taskbar for tablets that would only display key information like the time, date, network and battery status. The feature is currently available on the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22563. A new setting will automatically hide the taskbar when someone is not using a device as a tablet, and it will provide more screen space for Windows 11 tablet users, reports The Verge.
Apple AR/VR glasses to feature micro-OLED displays: Report
Apple is working on the most advanced chips for its unannounced AR/VR headset and now a new report has claimed that the headset would feature advanced micro OLED displays. Micro-OLED displays are built directly on to chip wafers rather than a glass substrate, which results in displays that are thinner, smaller, and more power efficient, reports MacRumors.
Samsung releases Expert RAW app for Galaxy S22 series
Samsung introduced the Expert RAW camera app with Galaxy S21 Ultra and now a new report has claimed that the app is now available for the Galaxy S22 phones. According to the post on Samsung Community Forums, the Expert RAW camera app will be made available on the Galaxy devices including S22, S22 Plus, S21 series, the Z Fold 3, and more.
Canon launches new printer in India for Rs 37,995
Priced at Rs 37,995, the printer combines low colour printing costs with speed, paper handling, and networking capabilities to give offices and businesses a boost in efficiency and productivity. "Today we are delighted to further strengthen our business ink-jet product portfolio with the launch of the MAXIFY GX5070 printer, designed to boost productivity for home and small businesses," Manabu Yamazaki, President and CEO, Canon India, said in a statement.
25 Tech Innovation Hubs boosting new, emerging technologies: Govt
Technology platforms established under the mission have helped push impact in multiple sectors and they are bringing out several technological solutions for people-centric problems, it said. A total of 496 technological products, including 46 new technologies, have been developed through these TIHs. They include the first-of-its-kind IoT device that monitors ambient temperature during the transportation of vaccines.
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