TECHNOLOGY
Google launches Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro with Tensor chipset
Pixel 6, which starts at $599 and the Pixel 6 Pro, at $899, can be ordered now. The phones will be available on store shelves with all major US carriers starting on October 28. The Pixel 6 Pro will come in three colours - white, black, and light gold. Pixel 6 has black, red, and blue options.
Google's app privacy briefings to go live in Play Store in Feb 2022
According to The Verge, the app developers can now fill out the relevant details via Google's new "Data safety form" on the Play Console. The company said the required information will be visible to users from February 2022 and mandatory for developers to submit by April that same year.
Apple supplier Foxconn unveils three new EV prototypes
Yulon Motors is the owner of the Luxgen brand. It also manufactures Mitsubishi and Nissan cars for its home market. The three prototypes are a luxury sedan (called the Model E), SUV (Model C), and transit bus (Model T). The prototypes are projected to become actual models from 2022 for Model T. The Model C is projected to be available by 2023, reports GizmoChina.
Zomato gets roasted after TN customer care insists on Hindi
The controversy began after one Vikash with twitter handle @Vikash67456607 tweeted on Monday: "Ordered food in zomato and an item was missed. Customer care says amount can't be refunded as I didn't know Hindi. Also takes lesson that being an Indian I should know Hindi. Tagged me a liar as he didn't know Tamil.
'Airtel IQ Video' to allow businesses to build video-streaming products
Airtel IQ Video is an end-to-end managed solution that brings convenience along with cost benefits. "Airtel IQ Video brings an easy-to-use platform that can enable anyone to quickly build and scale their business in video streaming," Bharti Airtel Chief Product Officer Adarsh Nair said in a statement.
Apple Watch Series 7 requires 5W USB-C PD adapter for fast charging
The fast charging capability requires a new USB-C charging cable that Apple includes in the box with the watch. "Fast charging requires an Apple USB-C Magnetic Fast Charging Cable. This cable has aluminum around the magnetic charger and a USB-C connector," notes Apple. Consumers can also avail a 12-month no-cost EMI on HDFC Bank loans.
Daily 1st time creators more than doubled on YouTube Shorts
YouTube Shorts was first launched in India during 2020 and has since been expanded to more than 100 countries. The firm has expanded its Shorts Fund into 30 plus more countries globally as it continues to start rewarding creators. YouTube Shorts is receiving 3.5 billion daily views on the global level, and India is among the countries leading the figures.
Sony tests PS5 captures that pop up on phone for sharing
The new feature is part of a "limited-release beta" available to all PS5 users in Canada and Japan. "A limited-release beta enabling PS5 players in Canada and Japan to share their captured screenshots and game clips through PlayStation App is starting to roll out today," PlayStation Canada tweeted.
Apple showcases Indian-origin women techies' power on world stage
After Apple CEO Tim Cook set the tone late on Monday, Susmita Dutta who is engineering programme manager for SoC (system-on-chip) for audio products, introduced the next-generation AirPods, featuring spatial audio, industry-leading sound, longer battery life and an all-new design during the 'Unleashed' event at Apple Park in Cupertino, California.
Facebook testing new feature to cross-post feed posts to Instagram
The company noted the option is currently a global test that's only available to a small group of people who already have their Facebook profiles linked to a personal, creator or business account on Instagram, reports TechCrunch. Facebook already allows users to cross-post their Instagram Stories and Reels to Facebook.
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