TECHNOLOGY
Microsoft halts free Windows 365 cloud PC trials
Windows 365 introduces a new way to experience Windows 10 or Windows 11 (when it's generally available later this calendar year) for all types of workers, from interns and contractors to software developers and industrial designers. "Following significant demand, we have reached capacity for Windows 365 trials," the company wrote on Twitter.
Over 20 lakh units of POCO C3 sold in 9 months in India
According to the company, POCO C3 has received phenomenal response from the users and continues to be an online bestseller since its launch. "With the characteristic POCO two-tone design, POCO C3 makes for the perfect gifting option for someone looking to get a solid budget performer for their loved ones at an extremely affordable price," the company said in a statement.
Global 5G network infrastructure revenue to reach $19 bn in 2021
5G is the fastest growing segment in the wireless network infrastructure market.Communications service providers (CSPs) in mature markets accelerated 5G development in 2020 and 2021 with 5G representing 39 per cent of total wireless infrastructure revenue this year. "
ShareChat & Moj in multi-year music licensing deal with T-Series
The partnership allows ShareChat and Moj to access an extensive catalogue of Indian music and provide an enhanced experience to its creator communities. With this agreement, ShareChat and Moj become the first and only Indian social media and short video platform to sign a multi-year and multi-nation music licensing deal with T-Series.
New HP ENVY laptops to start from Rs 1 lakh, to take on MacBooks
Reliable sources told IANS on Wednesday that the new ENVY series, to be launched on August 10, is set to start from around Rs 1 lakh with superior graphics, strong panel and a security pack, making it the go-to device option for creators in India. "The new ENVY portfolio is expected to come with pro-grade performance features with enhanced thermal design and long battery life," according to the sources.
Vernacular audio app Khabri raises $2.1 mn to empower creators
The company which saw a growth of six times and four times in the number of users and creators, respectively, amid the pandemic, plans to use the funds to launch the platform in multiple languages like Tamil, Telugu and Kannada in the next two quarters. With close to four million downloads, thousands of influencers are taking to the platform to create content for their audiences in the Hindi language.
OPPO unveils next-gen under-display camera tech
By combining the best in hardware innovation and OPPO's proprietary AI algorithms, the new under-screen camera solution discreetly places the front-facing camera under the smartphone display in a way that maintains the integrity and consistency of the entire screen, both during use and while in standby. OPPO has also trained its AI diffraction reduction model using tens of thousands of images.
Google Maps' 'Dark Mode' coming soon for iPhone users
The most notable new feature is Dark Mode, which Google Maps app users have long been wanting. Dark Mode is an alternative to light mode and allows for a darker user interface to match other dark mode apps on iOS devices. According to Google, Dark Mode is going to be rolling out "in the coming weeks." It can be enabled in the Settings section of Google Maps.
Creators can now earn up to $10K a month on YouTube Shorts
The company has launched YouTube Shorts Fund, a $100 million fund distributed over 2021-2022. "Each month, we'll reach out to thousands of eligible creators to claim a payment from the Fund -- creators can make anywhere from $100 to $10,000 based on viewership and engagement on their Shorts," YouTube said in a statement late on Tuesday.
Apple rejigs its online store before mega launches
The Online Store, that went down for nearly an hour, emerged in a new look and feel late on Tuesday. The top section of the Online Store offers images and links to Apple products like Mac, iPhone, AirPods and Watch, etc. On the main Store page, there are also sections for what's new, links to support pages and more.
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