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Apple Watch Series 7 to come in 41mm, 45mm sizes: Report
According to new information posted on Weibo by a leaker dubbed UnclePan, Apple will offer the Series 7 in 41mm and 45mm sizes. Upcoming Apple Watch is expected to feature smaller bezels and a flat-edged design, which would naturally allow for a slightly bigger surface area for the display.
LG unveils new TV lineup in India starting at Rs 50,990
The LG OLED TVs in 8K and 4K resolution are available in 121 cms, 139 cms, 164 cms, 194 cms, 210 cms and 223 cms at a starting price of Rs 1,44,990. The LG QNED series, in 8K and 4K resolution, are available in 164, 194 and 218 cm, with a starting range of Rs 266,990. The LG Nanocell TVs (4K resolution) have been designed in 108, 126, 139, 164, 189 and 218 cm.
Instagram ditching swipe up gesture to access links: Report
The popular feature has historically allowed businesses and high-profile creators a way to direct their Story's viewers to a website where they could learn more about a product, read an article, reports TechCrunch. In place of the "swipe-up" call to action, Instagram users who previously had access to the feature will instead be able to use the new Link Sticker
IBM's new processor to detect fraud in real-time
Telum is IBM's first processor that contains on-chip acceleration for AI inferencing while a transaction is taking place. "The newly launched IBM Telum, Z Series chip is designed to cater to the volume, while enabling applications to run efficiently where their data resides. The chip will also allow businesses to capture insights and fight fraud in real-time," Ravi Jain, Director - Server Sales, India South Asia, said in a statement.
Apple expected to ship 60 million iPads this year
During the fiscal second quarter of this year, iPad sales soared by a resounding 79 per cent year-over-year. According to DigiTimes, a part of the 60 million Apple tablets being shipped this year includes the 2021 iPad mini. The new iPad mini is rumoured to feature a larger display and slimmer bezels and may come with a better processor. The new iPad will support the Apple Pencil, likely come with the same 3GB of RAM and same 8MP camera on the back.
Truke unveils new gaming TWS in India at Rs 1,999
BTG-1 will be available at Flipkart and BTG-2 will be available on Amazon from August 24. It will be available in two attractive designs -- the futuristic radiant design and the modern tribal design that commits an unparalleled gaming experience. The TWS devices also have overcharge protection and low power consumption with durable Type-C charging port.
Samsung, LG dominate global TV market in 2021 1st half
Samsung accounted for 31 percent of the global TV market in terms of sales revenue to defend its top status in the first six months of 2021, while LG followed with a 19 percent share, according to data from industry researcher Omdia. Japan's Sony came in third with 9.3 percent followed by Chinese makers TCL with 7.4 percent and Hisense with 7.3 percent. By volume, Samsung made up 21.2 percent of the global market after shipping 21.03 million TVs in the first half, up 10.3 percent from a year earlier.
YouTube's Partner Programme reaches 2 mn creators
YouTube Partner Programme (YPP) is a first-of-its-kind open monetisation initiative where anyone who qualified could join and start making money. "Now, more than two million creators participate in YPP globally, including many who might not otherwise have had a platform, from tech reviewers to entertainers. And many of these creators are generating jobs and contributing to local and global economies," Neal Mohan, Chief Product Officer, YouTube, said in a statement late on Monday.
Google to revamp Play Store app ratings
Soon, Play Store users on phones will see app ratings based on the average of submissions from only the country they are registered. "We have heard from both Play Store users and developers that ratings and reviews could be more helpful," the company said in a statement late on Monday.
Cook, Nadella, Jassy to meet Biden over cybersecurity: Report
According to a Bloomberg report, Joe Biden plans to host a meeting on Wednesday to discuss how companies are improving cybersecurity. "The executives could discuss efforts undertaken by critical infrastructure entities, including those in the banking, energy and water utility sectors, to improve cybersecurity and collaborations with the government," the report said on Tuesday.
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