TECHNOLOGY

Telegram launches Voice Chats 2.0
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This feature had earlier existed only for Telegram Groups that was launched in December 2020. "This update also brings recordable voice chats, rich lists of participants, raise hand mechanics, invite links for speakers and listeners, voice chat titles. In addition to this public figures will now be able to join voice chats as their channels, and not necessarily with their personal accounts maintaining their privacy," the company said in a statement.
OnePlus Watch now available on pre-order ahead of launch
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The listing which targets potential buyers in China will be available upon payment of 50 yuan which will result in a deduction of 100 yuan from the final price whenever the device goes on sale, reports GizmoChina. "The product page has not revealed any further details of the device apart from the official teasers that have been shared earlier by OnePlus," the report mentioned.
Facebook and its family of apps recover from major outage
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During the outage late on Friday, more than 1 lakh users reported issues with Instagram on the online outage tracker DownDetector, and over 25,000 users reported issues with WhatsApp. "Earlier today, a technical issue caused people to have trouble accessing some Facebook services. We resolved this issue for everyone, and we apologize for any inconvenience," Facebook said in a statement.
Twitter confirms it is testing 'undo button' for tweets
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Twitter confirmed to CNET that it is testing the 'undo tweet' feature. App researcher Jane Manchun Wong first discovered a subscription screen tied to the feature. "Twitter is working on app subscription for paid features like 'Undo Tweet," she said in a tweet along with a screenshot on Friday. The feature is different from deleting a tweet which its available to all users at the moment, as undoing a tweet will eventually stop it from being sent.
Apple may launch iPad Air with OLED display in 2022
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In Kuo's latest investor note the analyst underlines his belief that even when the iPad Air transitions to an OLED display in 2022, mini-LED will remain in its tablet lineup as a display technology exclusive to iPad Pro models, MacRumors reported. Apple currently uses OLED displays in the Apple Watch and the iPhone, while Macs and iPad still retain the older LCD technology.
Sony unveils PlayStation 5 VR controllers
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Each VR controller (left and right) includes an adaptive trigger button that adds palpable tension when pressed, similar to what's found in the DualSense controller. The adaptive triggers will further help immersion - the L2 and R2 triggers are lifted straight from the DualSense controller. Also, the controllers will be able to detect your fingers through touch sensitive areas where you place your thumb, index and middle fingers.
WhatsApp ends support for devices running iOS 9, earlier OS
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To date, iOS 9 users were able to use the encrypted chat service. However, now iOS 10 is required which means users will need an iPhone 5 or later model to use WhatsApp. The change will affect users of the iPhone 4S for the most part, but this is still only a tiny percentage of iPhone users.
Facebook working on Instagram for kids under age 13
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Head of Instagram Adam Mosseri said that a version of the popular photo-sharing app is currently being explored. "Kids are increasingly asking their parents if they can join apps that help them keep up with their friends," Mosseri said in a tweet. "A version of Instagram where parents have control like we did w/ Messenger Kids, is something we're exploring. We'll share more down the road," he added.
Sennheiser launches in-ear headphones at Rs 29,990
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Powered by a refined version of Sennheiser's 7mm Extra Wide Band (XWB) transducer, Sennheiser IE 300 is built to ensure a well-balanced sound signature and excellent sonic accuracy combined with a superior sound and a premium design.
iPhone 13 expected to come with in-display Touch ID
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According to Barclays analyst Andrew Gardiner and three of his colleagues, iPhone 13 models would feature a smaller notch and that the LiDAR scanner would remain limited to iPhone 13 Pro models this year.
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