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Google unveils exciting updates to make collaboration seamless
"In the fall, we're bringing Meet directly to Docs, Sheets, and Slides on the web, so people can actually see and hear each other while they're collaborating," said Erika Trautman, Director, Google Workspace, on the first day of the virtual Google I/O developer conference. Google currently offers live captions in five languages, with more on the way.
Spotify to auto-transcribe podcasts over coming weeks
The company said it will start auto-transcribing certain exclusive and original shows over the coming weeks as part of a beta rollout. People will be able to read the transcript with or without audio and can tap on the text to jump to that point in the audio. The company said the goal is to eventually "enable transcripts across all podcasts on Spotify".
Daimler India opens virtual reality centre
According to DICV, the operators will use a digital model accessed via 3D goggles and navigational joysticks. The VRC can transform both research and development (R&D) and vehicle servicing procedures, as it reduces the need for custom-built tools, prototype vehicles, and service bays. It has the potential to make commercial vehicles servicing and R&D considerably faster, more comprehensive, and more cost-effective,DICV Managing Director and CEO, Satyakam Arya
Epic Games sues AR glasses maker Nreal over its name
The lawsuit claims the company's name "looks and sounds virtually identical" to Unreal and said that was "no coincidence", Engadget reported on Monday. Epic also said in the suit that the two companies are competing in the same market and suggested the similarity could cause confusion, the report said. Nreal released its Nreal Light mixed-reality glasses in South Korea last year and it plans to launch them in the US this quarter
Pre-registrations for PUBG's Indian version now live on Play Store
Players pre-registering for Battlegrounds Mobile India will get four rewards -- the Recon Mask, the Recon Outfit, Celebration Expert Title and 300 AG. These rewards are for fans who pre-register, so get ready to dive in and enjoy the battle royale experience on the game with your friends, the company said in a statement.
Google Phone app can now announce who's calling
According to 9to5Google, the company is rolling out a new feature for its Phone app that will announce the name and number of any incoming calls — a move to help users screen unwanted calls. Currently, the Pixel phone owners in the US have received the automatic Call Screen feature, and other countries will get the new tool soon.
Google launches News Showcase in India with 30 news publishers
"This builds on News Showcase deals signed by 700 news publications in more than a dozen countries, including Germany, Brazil, Canada, France, Japan, the U.K. Australia, Czechia, Italy and Argentina, more than 90 per cent of them representing local or community news - with discussions underway in several other countries," said Brad Bender, VP Product Management, News.
Apple Watch introduces new Pride Edition Braided Solo Loop
The company first introduced Apple Watch Pride Edition in 2016 to support the diverse LGBTQ+ community. "On many fronts, Apple supports the ongoing and unfinished work of equality for diverse and intersectional communities, and we want to provide every opportunity to celebrate and honour this history during Pride season," said Apple CEO Tim Cook.
Apple Music fans get Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos for free
Subscribers will also be able to listen to their music in the highest audio quality with Lossless Audio. Apple said that Spatial Audio gives artists the opportunity to create immersive audio experiences for their fans with true multidimensional sound and clarity. By default, Apple Music will automatically play Dolby Atmos tracks on all AirPods and Beats headphones with an H1 or W1 chip, as well as the built-in speakers in iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Pre-orders for Sony PS5, Digital Edition gone in minutes in India
The limited stock of Sony PS5 and Digital Edition went unavailable or sold out in seconds on Amazon, Reliance Digital and Sony Center online platforms. There is no information when the popular gaming consoles will be back in India. The PlayStation 5 costs Rs 49,990 for the normal edition
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