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• Optus to support bushfire-affected regional areas with Green Shoots grants program

  23-01-2020 22:11 via techguide.com.au
  
  Optus is coming to the aid of small businesses that were affected by the devastating bushfires that ravaged Australian regional areas by announcing a grants program.
  The Green Shoots grants program will allow Optus to support businesses impacted by the bushfires and help them get back on their feet by providing hardware, technology and services.
  “Many regional towns have been affected by the bushfires and it will take significant time and resources for the affected small businesses and com
  
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• Indian Women Lawmakers Face Abuse as Global Online Violence Rises: Amnesty International

  23-01-2020 15:47
  
  Digital rights experts said gender-based online violence was increasing which was intimidating women and deterring them from putting themselves forward for public office.
  
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• This Posture Gadget Shamed Me Into Sitting Straighter But I'm Still a Gargoyle

  23-01-2020 14:50 via gizmodo.com
  
  I’ve always been a sloucher. It’s impossible to be a tech blogger, curled over a keyboard most hours of the day, and not have terrible posture. I only realized how big of a problem it was after a recent yoga class. While lying down in corpse pose, the class instructor walked past, looked at my shriveled body, and…Read more...
  
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• Huawei Band 4 With Colour Display, Heart Rate Monitor, Sleep Disorder Diagnosis Launched in India

  23-01-2020 14:19
  
  Huawei has launched its wearable – the Huawei Band 4 in India. It packs a 2.5D colour display and comes equipped with an optical heart rate sensor.
  
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• Oppo F15 Sale Tomorrow: Check Price in India, Specifications, and All You Need to Know

  23-01-2020 14:09
  
  Oppo F15 will take place through Amazon, Flipkart, Oppo India online store, and offline retailers in India. The smartphone is already available for pre-orders.
  
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• How to Buy Used on eBay: A Beginner's Guide

  23-01-2020 14:00 via wired.com
  
  Gracefully avoid sketchy situations and score a deal on the post-holiday gadget turnover.
  
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• Microsoft Data Breach: 250 Million Customer Service Records Exposed Online

  23-01-2020 13:36
  
  Microsoft has admitted it exposed nearly 250 million customer service records owing to "misconfiguration of an internal customer support database" used for tracking support cases that included logs of conversations between Microsoft support agents and customers from all over the world.
  
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• Spotify Testing New Tool to Let Influencers Post Stories to Introduce Their Playlists

  23-01-2020 13:25
  
  Spotify is working on a new feature that lets influencers share Stories alongside their public playlists. The new version will let select users share video clips that contain snippets of songs and album art.
  
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• Mi 10 Launch Set for First Quarter of 2020, Xiaomi's Lei Jun Reveals: Report

  23-01-2020 13:20
  
  Mi 10 launch in China is set for the first quarter of this year, Xiaomi Co-Founder and Chairman Lei Jun reportedly revealed. The company announced Mi 10 as its next flagship at the Qualcomm Tech Summit last month.
  
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• France Uses Davos to Pursue Global 'Digital Tax' Goal

  23-01-2020 13:08
  
  French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire is optimistic of reaching a deal on a global tax on digital companies, despite an initial failure to agree one with the United States.
  
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• Airtel Said to Tell DoT It Won't Pay AGR Dues Until Supreme Court Verdict

  23-01-2020 12:55
  
  Airtel on Thursday told the Department of Telecom that it will not clear any AGR arrears until the Supreme Court hearing next week, as per sources quoted by IANS.
  
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• Realme Snapdragon 865 SoC Phone Leaked in AnTuTu Screenshot, Single Hole-Punch Display Tipped

  23-01-2020 12:52
  
  A Realme phone with model number RMX2071 seems to have been put through a benchmarking test on AnTuTu, and it has managed to achieve a score of 574,985 points.
  
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• PhonePe ATM Feature Launched, Lets You 'Withdraw Cash'

  23-01-2020 12:50
  
  PhonePe on Thursday launched a unique feature called 'PhonePe ATM' on its platform that will help users in need of cash can get instant money from merchants offering this facility.
  
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• Jeff Bezos Phone Hack: What We Know, and Don't

  23-01-2020 12:47
  
  UN human rights experts are asking Washington to investigate a suspected Saudi hack that may have siphoned data from the personal smartphone of Jeff Bezos, Amazon founder and owner of The Washington Post. But the forensic evidence they cite comes from an incomplete study of Bezos's phone, raising multiple questions.
  
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• 5 reasons you should definitely buy a drone in 2020

  23-01-2020 12:45 via techguide.com.au
  
  It seems as though drones are everywhere these days, with local photographers increasing their revenue by providing unique photography services, the use of drones in the media, viral videos and of course social media influencers creating engaging content with gorgeous shots and video footage. 
  Have you ever considered buying a drone? And what are the benefits of someone like you investing in such an expensive piece of equipment? You’ll find a great range of drones and accessories, by
  
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• WhatsApp Android Beta Tips Tweaks to Upcoming Animated Stickers, Delete Messages, Account Transfer Features

  23-01-2020 12:38
  
  The latest WhatsApp beta version 2.20.14 for Android brings to light a host of new tweaks. WABetaInfo uncovers that WhatsApp has added a small play icon next to the packs that are animated to enable the user to differentiate between non-animated and animated packs.
  
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• Flipkart Grand Gadgets Days 2020 Sale Kicks Off With Discounts on Laptops, Headphones, Smartwatches, and More

  23-01-2020 10:55
  
  Flipkart is back with its Grand Gadgets Days sale this month with discounts and bundled offers on a large selection of products. The Flipkart sale will run from January 23 to January 26 and will include discounts on laptops, tablets, headphones, smartwatches, and more.
  
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• TRAI Tells Bombay High Court New Broadcast Sector Tariffs Empower Consumers

  23-01-2020 10:46
  
  TRAI on Wednesday told the Bombay High Court that its latest amendments to TV broadcast sector tariffs aim to ensure transparency and non-discrimination in channel rates.
  
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• Vivo's iQoo Brand Set to Launch a 5G Flagship Smartphone in India Next Month, Based on Android 10

  23-01-2020 10:34
  
  Vivo launched iQoo as its sub-brand in China back in February last year, though the brand is set to debut in India as a separate legal entity. It will launch the first iQoo phone with 5G support in the country.
  
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• Twitter Direct Messages Get Emoji Reactions Support

  23-01-2020 09:58
  
  Twitter on Thursday rolled out new emoji reactions for Direct Messages to all users on Android, iOS, and Web.
  
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• Redmi K20 Pro Price in India Cut, Now Starts at Rs. 24,999

  23-01-2020 09:49
  
  Xiaomi on Thursday announced that it has officially revised the pricing of Redmi K20 Pro smartphone in India. Redmi K20 Pro price is now set at Rs. 24,999 for the base 6GB + 64GB model, whereas the smartphone’s top-end 8GB + 256GB model can be purchased at Rs. 27,999.
  
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• Xiaomi Mi A3 Price in India Cut, Now Starts at Rs. 11,999

  23-01-2020 07:56
  
  After the revision, the Mi A3 price in India is listed at Rs. 11,999 for the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage option and Rs. 14,999 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage option.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite With Snapdragon 855 SoC, 4,500mAh Battery Launched in India: Price, Specifications

  23-01-2020 07:55
  
  Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite has made its way to India. Samsung says the pre-orders for Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite will open 2pm today and it will be available starting February 4 via Flipkart, Samsung e-store, major offline stores.
  
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• OnePlus 8 Pro Rumoured to Support Wireless Charging

  23-01-2020 07:46
  
  OnePlus 8 Pro has been part of the rumour mill for quite some time now, and a new rumour suggests that the phone could support wireless charging.
  
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• Sony Rumoured to Launch 5G Flagship Phone at MWC 2020, 4K Display Tipped

  23-01-2020 07:43
  
  Sony is said to be in plans to launch its first 5G phone based on Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC at MWC 2020 in Barcelona. The company last week sent out invites for its MWC press conference.
  
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• Amit Tandon: Family Tandoncies, Taj Mahal 1989 to Release in February on Netflix

  23-01-2020 07:32
  
  Netflix has set two originals from India in February 2020: a stand-up comedy special from Amit Tandon called ‘Amit Tandon: Family Tandoncies’, and romantic drama series Taj Mahal 1989, which was first announced in December last year.
  
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• Bhuvan Bam: From India’s Beloved YouTube Comedian to a Davos Summit Guest

  23-01-2020 07:27
  
  Popular YouTube comedian Bhuvan Bam, known for his viral BB Ki Vines videos, has invited to the World Economic Forum’s Davos Summit, where he had a chance to rub shoulders with the world’s elite.
  
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• Google Details Security Flaws It Found in Apple's Safari Browser; Fixed Last Year

  23-01-2020 07:23
  
  Google researchers have detailed multiple security flaws they found in Apple's Safari Web browser that allowed the tracking of users' browsing behaviour.
  
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• Mee Audio X10 True Wireless Earphones Launched in India, Priced at Rs. 4,999

  23-01-2020 07:19
  
  Affordable audio brand Mee Audio has launched its affordable X10 true wireless earphones, priced at Rs. 4,999.
  
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• Motorola Razr (2019) to Finally Go on Sale in the US on February 6, Pre-Orders Begin on January 26

  23-01-2020 07:17
  
  After some initial shipping delays, the Motorola Razr (2019) is finally going on sale in the US on February 6, exclusively via Verizon.
  
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• Captain Marvel 2 Officially a Go, With WandaVision Writer in Final Talks

  23-01-2020 06:54
  
  Captain Marvel 2 is officially happening. Marvel Studios has begun development on a sequel to Brie Larson-starrer Captain Marvel, which will take place in present day. WandaVision staff writer Megan McDonnell is in final talks to write Captain Marvel 2, expected to release in 2022.
  
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• Poco X2 May Just Have Been Teased by the Company Ahead of Launch

  23-01-2020 06:09
  
  Poco X2 appears to be teased by Poco India just days after its key specifications have been suggested through a Geekbench listing.
  
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• ISRO Starts Work on Chandrayaan-3 Mission Ahead of 2021 Launch

  23-01-2020 06:09
  
  India began working on its third lunar mission -- Chandrayaan-3 -- which is scheduled for launch in early 2021, a top space official said on Wednesday.
  
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• LG L555DL, LG L455DL Phones Leaked with Waterdrop-Style Notch, Dedicated Google Assistant Button

  23-01-2020 06:04
  
  Two new LG phones have surfaced in leaked renders. The phones are said to come with model numbers L555DL and L455DL, and they are tipped to be made available via US prepaid carrier Tracfone.
  
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• Amazon Music Crosses 55 Million Subscribers Globally

  23-01-2020 06:00
  
  Amazon on Wednesday said that its streaming music service has won more than 55 million subscribers, closing in on Apple Music. Amazon Music, however, still has a long way to go to catch up to Spotify, which boasts 248 million users.
  
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• Sony NW-A105 Walkman Media Player Launched in India; Runs Android and Features a Touchscreen Display

  23-01-2020 05:44
  
  Sony India on Wednesday refreshed its iconic Walkman Series with the Android Walkman NW-A105 in the country, priced at Rs. 23,990. The Sony NW-A105 Walkman will be available starting January 24 in black colour.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S20 5G Price Leaked With Rest of Series, Galaxy Z Flip Said to Be Priced Higher Than Galaxy Note 10+ 5G

  23-01-2020 05:33
  
  Samsung Galaxy S20 price has been leaked, alongside the Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G. Separately, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip price has been leaked by a South Korean publication.
  
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• WhatsApp Dark Mode Now Rolling Out on Android Beta: Here's How You Can Enable It

  23-01-2020 05:24
  
  WhatsApp has finally received the dark mode feature via the latest beta update. Here’s how to enable it on your phone.There is no word as to when the feature will be rolled out via the stable channel, but it shouldn't take very long.
  
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• ISRO to Send Humanoid Vyommitra in Space Ahead of Human Spaceflight

  23-01-2020 04:54
  
  Vyommitra - the Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) half humanoid to go as a trial to space before 'Gaganyaan' goes with astronauts.
  
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• Oppo PCLM50 5G Phone Surfaces on TENAA, Tipped to Pack Quad Rear Cameras: Report

  23-01-2020 04:50
  
  A new Oppo phone with the model number PCLM50 has reportedly been spotted on TENAA certification site in China. The listing tips full specifications of this upcoming phone.
  
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• Huawei CFO Extradition Case: Canada Prosecutors Say Meng Committed Fraud

  23-01-2020 04:45
  
  Huawei Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou returned to a Vancouver courtroom on Wednesday where Canadian prosecutors defended a US extradition request, saying Meng's alleged bank fraud is the heart of the case that has strained relations between Ottawa and Beijing.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite to Launch in India Today: Expected Price, How to Watch Live Stream

  23-01-2020 04:26
  
  Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite was announced globally earlier this month. The smartphone comes as a watered down variant of the original Galaxy S10. Flipkart and Samsung India website have dedicated microsites for the Galaxy S10 Lite.
  
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• Jeff Bezos Hack: UN Experts Demand Probe Into Alleged Saudi Involvement

  23-01-2020 03:58
  
  UN experts have demanded an immediate investigation by US and other authorities into allegations that Saudi Arabia's crown prince was involved in a plot to hack the phone of Amazon boss and Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos.
  
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• Samsung’s new Galaxy Book S has the connectivity of a smartphone and the power of a PC

  23-01-2020 03:07 via techguide.com.au
  
  Samsung has launched its new Galaxy Book S – a new always-connected mobile computing device with an ultra-slim design and a battery life that will last for days.
  The Galaxy Book has a lot in common with a smartphone – it has the same mobility and connectivity – and combines that with the power of a PC.
  The device has a SIM card slot and offers 4G LTE connectivity so, like your smartphone, it will always be connected and provide internet access without having to stop and look fo
  
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• Samsung’s new Galaxy Book S has the connectivity of a mobile and the power of a PC

  23-01-2020 03:07 via techguide.com.au
  
  Samsung has launched its new Galaxy Book S – a new always-connected mobile computing device with an ultra-slim design and a battery life that will last for days.
  The Galaxy Book has a lot in common with a smartphone – it has the same mobility and connectivity – and combines that with the power of a PC.
  The device has a SIM card slot and offers 4G LTE connectivity so, like your smartphone, it will always be connected and provide internet access without having to stop and look fo
  
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