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OPPO to launch F19 on April 6
The OPPO F19 will feature a massive 5000mAh battery paired with 33W Flash Charge, and a brilliant AMOLED Full HD+ punch-hole display.The company claims that with 33W Flash Charge, which runs on a 11V3A solution, OPPO F19 fully charges in only 72 minutes.
Microsoft kills Cortana on Android, iOS devices
Microsoft has also removed the Cortana app from both the App Store and Google's Play Store, beginning March 31. "As we announced in July, we will soon be ending support for the Cortana app on Android and iOS, as Cortana continues its evolution as a productivity assistant," Microsoft said in an update.
Apple to use Tesla ‘megapack' batteries at its US solar farm
According to The Verge, the Apple solar farm will consist of 85 Tesla lithium-ion "megapacks". The new setup will store up to 240 MW-hours of energy and has been approved by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors last year. "Monterey County's planning chief confirmed that Apple will use the Tesla batteries," the report said late on Wednesday.
Samsung to launch 2 Galaxy F Series phones in India next week
According to industry sources, Galaxy F12 is tipped to come with a True 48MP camera, 90Hz refresh rate and a 6000mAh battery. It will be powered by an 8nm Exynos processor, making the Galaxy F12 extremely power efficient, the sources told IANS on Thursday. Galaxy F02s is likely to sport a 6.5-inch HD+ display and a 5000mAh battery with 15W fast charging.
Live streaming Twitter app Periscope shuts down
The app has already been removed from both Google and Apple app stores. "We leave you with our gratitude for all the creators and viewers who brighten the Periscope community. We hope to see you all live on Twitter," Periscope said in a tweet. Most Periscope features will no longer be accessible after Thursday.
Google announces not to attend Mobile World Congress 2021
Google said that following current COVID-19 travel restrictions and protocols, it "has made the decision to not exhibit at Mobile World Congress this year". "We will continue to collaborate closely with GSMA and support our partners through virtual opportunities. We look forward to this year's activities and seeing you in Barcelona in 2022," the company said in a statement to The Verge on Wednesday.
Instagram launches TikTok style feature 'Remix' on Reels
Instagram users can now "remix" a reel, meaning they can upload a video next to another user's, building on top of the original clip. The feature is already popular on TikTok, often for dance challenges, under the "duet" function.
Apple to fix battery issues in iPhone 11 via iOS 14.5 update
"Recalibration for maximum capacity and peak performance capability will happen over time with regular charge cycles. If the process is successful, the recalibration message will be removed and your maximum capacity percentage will be updated," the iPhone maker said on its support page.
110 manufacturing partners moving to 100% renewable energy: Apple
"We are firmly committed to helping our suppliers become carbon neutral by 2030 and are thrilled that companies who've joined us span industries and countries around the world, including Germany, China, the US, India, and France," said Lisa Jackson, Apple's vice president for Environment, Policy, and Social Initiatives.
Facebook doubles down on efforts to protect India assembly polls
"To decrease the risk of problematic content going viral in these states and potentially inciting violence ahead of or during the election, we will significantly reduce the distribution of content that our proactive detection technology identifies as likely hate speech or violence and incitement," the company said in a statement.
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