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Google adds VPN to iPhones using Google Fi plans
Previously announced on "Safer Internet Day" in February 2021, Google has now begun rolling out its VPN service to iPhone users. The VPN has been available on Android, where it has seen high usage on its Google Fi phone plans. Announced on the official Google Fi Twitter account, the new service is rolling out now, AppleInsider reported.
Microsoft warns hackers using call centres to trick users: Report
Via its Security Intelligence account on Twitter, the company warned users to not dial the call centre because following the instructions given by a human operator can lead to malware infections. The malware scam only works with Windows computers that have Microsoft Excel, TechXplore reported. The new threat involves BazarLoader, a type of malware that allows backdoor access to infected computers.
Social media cos unable to curb Covid-related misinformation: Report
A preliminary research from global civic organisation Avaaz, found 240 pieces of fact-checked misinformation content about Covid-19 that had reportedly been liked, shared, and commented on more than 2.8 million times on spreading on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Youtube, the Euronews reported on Thursday.
Google tests feature to warn users if search results not reliable
According to Vox, the move is a notable step by the world's most popular search engine to give people more context about breaking information that is popular online but is actively evolving. The new prompt warns users that the results they are seeing are changing quickly, and reads, in part, "If this topic is new, it can sometimes take time for results to be added by reliable sources."
Nothing partners with Flipkart to launch Ear 1 in India
With decades of customer experience and robust delivery capabilities, Flipkart will play an integral role in building Nothing's presence in India and launching its highly anticipated true wireless earbuds Ear 1. "At Nothing, we aim to create easy to use consumer tech products with iconic designs that will bring differentiated value to our users in India and around the world," said Manu Sharma, Vice President and General Manager, Nothing India.
Garmin launches new smartwatch in India at Rs 20,990
Priced at Rs 20,990, the all-new Forerunner 55 comes in 3 exciting colours -- black, aqua and monterra grey -- and is available on both online and offline stores. The smartwatch is light weighted, comes with a sleek look and has all the primary features including PacePro and cadence alerts which help the runners to focus on their running and training fundamentals and take it to the next level.
'Over 120K cyber attacks carried out in 2020 on Russian infrastructure'
Russia is often subjected to unfriendly actions in the cyber sphere, TASS News Agency quoted Patrushev as saying on Thursday while addressing the Moscow Conference on International Security. He added that the cyber attacks targeted "state government objects, military-industrial enterprises, healthcare, transport, research and education facilities".
Microsoft announces Windows 11 operating system
The new OS will be a free upgrade for Windows 10 users and will start rolling out "this holiday". "We have simplified the design and user experience to empower your productivity and inspire your creativity. It's modern, fresh, clean and beautiful," Panos Panay, Chief Product Officer, Windows + Devices, said in a statement.
RJio launches JioPhone Next in partnership with Google
Developed in partnership tech giant Google, the JioPhone Next will provide ultra affordable 4G phone to the consumers. It will run an optimised version of Android, the smartphone operating system developed by Google. Announcing the launch at the annual general meeting of Reliance Industries Limited on Thursday, RIL CMD Mukesh Ambani said that JioPhone Next will be available in the market from the auspicious date of Ganesh Chaturthi on September 10 this year.
Jio and Google Cloud to collaborate on 5G technology
In addition, Reliance will also take advantage of Google Cloud's scalable infrastructure, thereby enabling its retail business to achieve better operational efficiency, modernisation and scale for growth, and deliver better performance and experiences to the customers.
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