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• NBN adds 40 per cent capacity to cope with stay-at-home demand for free

  18-03-2020 23:44 via techguide.com.au
  
  Amid concerns the NBN might not be able to cope with the added strain of millions of Australians working from home, the NBN says it will increase its capacity by up to 40 per cent for the next three months for free.
  From March 23, retail service providers will be offered additional bandwidth – know as Connectivity Virtual Circuit (CVC) – to pass on to their customers to meet the expected increased demand on the network.
  “We have been in regular talks with retailers over the pas
  
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• Facebook and Google in Talks With Washington to Track Infections: Reports

  18-03-2020 20:06
  
  The use of personal data in the US is highly sensitive after several scandals -- such as in 2011 when the National Security Agency was found to be collecting phone records without permission.
  
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• Apple iPad Pro and MacBook Air (2020): Specs, Features, Price

  18-03-2020 16:56 via wired.com
  
  A new iPad Pro is in town as well as a refreshed MacBook Air. There's Lidar tech, better keyboards, and perhaps most importantly, a trackpad.
  
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• T-Mobile to increase LTE speeds for its customers

  18-03-2020 16:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  T-Mobile has announced that it will be increasing speed an capacity of its network in the US for its customers due to the coronavirus outbreak. The carrier has announced that Sprint customers will also get expanded roaming access to the T-Mobile network. In addition to measures announced Friday — removing smartphone data caps for all […](Read More ...)The post T-Mobile to increase LTE speeds for its customers appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Popcorn Time, the 'Netflix for Pirates', Returns Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

  18-03-2020 15:43
  
  Popcorn Time has once again returned from the dead with version 4.0 which works just as well as the previous versions.
  
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• Huawei AQM-AL10 Mid-Ranger Could Be the Honor 30 Lite, Updated TENAA Listing Suggests

  18-03-2020 15:38
  
  Huawei had last week listed a mid-range smartphone with Chinese regulator TENAA, under the AQM-AL10 model number. Now, the same listing has been updated with actual images of the device, which show an Honor branding on the bottom of the phone’s back panel.
  
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• Redmi K30 Pro White Colour Option Revealed, Pop-Up Selfie Camera and Other Details Confirmed

  18-03-2020 15:34
  
  Official Redmi handles on Weibo have shared new images revealing the Redmi K30 Pro in a white colour option. The images also confirm that phone having a pop-up selfie camera and a notchless display.
  
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• Apple unveils faster MacBook Air with twice the storage and an improved keyboard

  18-03-2020 15:24 via techguide.com.au
  
  Apple has launched the latest version of the MacBook Air with twice the performance, more storage and a new Magic Keyboard and it’s also cheaper than the previous model.
  The latest MacBook Air has a 13-inch Retina display and is powered for the first time by a 10th generation quad-core Intel Core i7 processor so it’s up to twice as fast when compared to the previous generation.
  An important new feature is the Magic Keyboard, which we first saw on the 16-inch MacBook Pro, with a re-de
  
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• Mi 10 Series India Launch Teased Yet Again, Different Pricing Model Confirmed

  18-03-2020 15:11
  
  Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro are teased to launch in India soon. Both new Mi-series flagships are confirmed to debut with a pricing model different over what debuted in China last month.
  
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• Oppo Offers Refund After Discrepancies in Oppo Find X2 Pro, Find X2 Weight Found

  18-03-2020 15:08
  
  Oppo states the incorrect weight of the ceramic, leather and glass units of Oppo Find X2 and Oppo Find X2 Pro. Oppo also offers refund before 24 March.
  
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• Xiaomi Mi 10 could launch in India this month

  18-03-2020 15:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The new Xiaomi Mi 10 launched recently along with the Mi 10 Pro and now it looks like the device is headed to India. According to a recent report the handset will be available in India before the end of March and it will be sold through Amazon in the country. The Xiaomi Mi 10 […](Read More ...)The post Xiaomi Mi 10 could launch in India this month appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Here's What Apple Would Have Announced at Its Canceled March Event

  18-03-2020 15:05 via gizmodo.com
  
  A few weeks ago, there were heavy rumors that Apple was planning a March 31 event to unveil a new slate of products. Now, for reasons that are obvious, Apple decided to err on the side of caution and cancel—a wise move considering Santa Clara County, where Cupertino is located, has banned gatherings of 1,000 people or…Read more...
  
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• Apple launches latest iPad Pro with dual camera and a new Magic Keyboard

  18-03-2020 14:57 via techguide.com.au
  
  Apple has unveiled a brand new iPad Pro which offers laptop-level power, a new pro-level camera system, a LiDAR scanner and a re-imagined Magic Keyboard that now includes a trackpad.
  Usually Apple would hold an event and invite media from around the world to launch a product like this but the coronavirus changed all that.
  The new iPad Pro goes on sale on March 25 through the online stores and in Apple Stores once they are re-opened.Available with edge-to-edge 11-inch and 12.9-inch Liquid Retina
  
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• Windows Terminal v0.10 update adds split screen and more

  18-03-2020 14:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Microsoft has rolled out a new update to its Windows Terminal application bringing with it split screen support. The Windows Terminal (Preview) app is now available to download for free from both the Microsoft online store and the official GitHub page. “The Windows Terminal is a new, modern, fast, efficient, powerful, and productive terminal application […](Read More ...)The post Windows Terminal v0.10 update adds split screen and more appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Redmi K30 Pro Zoom Edition Specifications Tipped by Geekbench Listing

  18-03-2020 14:49
  
  Xiaomi will launch the Redmi K30 Pro series of smartphones on March 24 in China. The company’s General Manager Lu Weibing had also announced the inclusion of a Redmi K30 Pro Zoom Edition within the Redmi K30 Pro lineup of smartphones on his Weibo account recently.
  
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• Wingspan board game launching on Nintendo Switch

  18-03-2020 14:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The award-winning board game Wingspan will soon be available to play on the Nintendo Switch, and a stand-alone Steam version is also in development. Created by Elizabeth Hargrave the card driven 1 to 5 player board game features artwork from Natalia Rojas, Ana Maria Martinez Jaramillo, and Beth Sobel. Players are assigned birds which over […](Read More ...)The post Wingspan board game launching on Nintendo Switch appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Dyson's New Flat Iron Is Impressive, But It's Not Magic

  18-03-2020 14:44 via gizmodo.com
  
  Let me tell you: Straightening hair is a pain in the ass. For those born without pin-straight tresses, taming frizz, waves, and curls is an Entire Process that involves a mystical combination of heat, expensive hair-styling products, and praying that the weather cooperates with you because, as we all know, water and…Read more...
  
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• MacBook Air 2020 With ‘Magic Keyboard’, 256GB Base Storage Launched: Price in India

  18-03-2020 14:39
  
  MacBook Air 2020 has been launched in India with Apple’s “Magic Keyboard” and 256GB of base storage option. The new MacBook Air model also has upgraded processors and new RAM to deliver enhanced results.
  
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• Apple Releases Top Apps List for 'Working and Staying at Home'

  18-03-2020 14:39
  
  Apple released its editorial list '‎Apps for Working and Staying at Home' that includes a variety of apps across multiple categories amid coronavirus pandemic.
  
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• 2021 Hyundai Elantra and Elantra Hybrid debut

  18-03-2020 14:37 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Hyundai has announced the official premiere of the all-new 2021 Elantra and Elantra Hybrid cars. Both are four-door models and have segment-first Hyundai Digital Key. Hyundai says the Elantra Hybrid delivers more than 50 MPG EPA estimated combined fuel economy. The Hybrid has a 1.6-liter GDI Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine combined with a lithium-ion-polymer battery and […](Read More ...)The post 2021 Hyundai Elantra and Elantra Hybrid debut appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• New Apple MacBook Air from £999

  18-03-2020 14:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  As well as announcing the launch of their new Apple iPad Pro tablet today, Apple has also announced the availability of its new MacBook Air with prices starting from $999 or £999 for the 256 GB version. The new MacBook Air offers up to twice the CPU performance of the previous generation and is equipped […](Read More ...)The post New Apple MacBook Air from £999 appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S20 Series Sales Lower Than Galaxy S10 Family Due to Coronavirus Impact: Report

  18-03-2020 14:25
  
  The report claims the 2020 Samsung flagship series is expected to have sold less than its predecessor Galaxy S10 from January this year. Inventory is reportedly piling up, and a market watcher even said that Galaxy S20 parts demand has radically been reduced.
  
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• PUBG Mobile Lite Gets Varenga in Bloom With 0.16.0 Update, Adds Paint Grenades and More: What's New

  18-03-2020 14:20
  
  PUBG Mobile Lite has added some new features along with some changes to improve gameplay on Android devices.
  
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• iPad Pro 2020 With Trackpad Support, Pro Cameras, New Magic Keyboard Launched: Price in India, Specifications

  18-03-2020 14:07
  
  Apple has just announced a new iPad Pro 2020 model with trackback support for LiDAR scanner. The new iPad Pro models come with pro cameras, a powerful chipset, and more. Prices start at Rs. 71,900 in India.
  
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• The Flash, Supergirl Latest Episodes Unavailable on Hotstar, Hooq Due to ‘Technical Issues’

  18-03-2020 13:47
  
  Looking for The Flash (season 6 episode 15), Supergirl (season 5 episode 15), and DC’s Legends of Tomorrow (season 5 episode 7)? None of them is available on streaming, be it Hotstar or Hooq, in India due to alleged technical issues.
  
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• Coronavirus: Amar Chitra Katha, Tinkle Comics Made Available Free to Help With Social Distancing

  18-03-2020 13:31
  
  ACK Media's move comes as the government has ordered the closure of colleges, schools, and gyms in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.
  
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• Oculus Rift S Review: High-End VR That's Within Reach

  18-03-2020 13:00 via wired.com
  
  It took a half decade, but Oculus has delivered on the promise of the first Rift.
  
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• Redmi 7 MIUI 11 Update Brings February Android Security Patch, App Vault Changes

  18-03-2020 12:56
  
  The firmware version for the latest Redmi 7 update is MIUI 11.0.5.0.PFLINXm, and the update size is listed to be at 608MB.
  
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• Huawei Nova 7, Huawei Nova 7 Pro Spotted on 3C Certification, 40W Fast Charging Tipped

  18-03-2020 12:37
  
  The report notes that the internal codenames for the Huawei Nova 7 and Huawei Nova 7 Pro are Jennifer, and Jennifer R. The 3C listing suggests that the phones will support 5G network, apart from the 40W fast charging support.
  
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• Honor 30 Leaked Render Hints at Four Colour Options; Honor 30S Leaked with Hole-Punch Display

  18-03-2020 12:03
  
  A new leaked render has now tipped the possible colour options that are rumoured to be available on the upcoming Honor 30. Apart from this, the Honor 30S has also been leaked in a couple of reports, which show a hole-punch display.
  
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• Coronavirus Tips and Supplies Guide: What to Buy (and Avoid) in Case of Quarantine

  18-03-2020 12:00 via wired.com
  
  Don't: hoard toilet paper and medical masks. Do: make sure you have plenty of food, water, and indoor activities.
  
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• WhatsApp Launches Coronavirus Information Hub, Donates $1 Million to Help Curb COVID-19 Misinformation

  18-03-2020 11:56
  
  WhatsApp has launched the Coronavirus Information Hub in partnership with WHO, UNICEF, and UNDP to provide tips and guidelines for communication during the outbreak. It has also announced a $1 million donation to eradicate coronavirus-related fake news circulation.
  
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• Telegram Adds Discussion Button, a Group Chat Extension for Restricted Channels

  18-03-2020 11:54
  
  Telegram Messenger has announced that the company is adding 'Discussion Button' for the Channels on the app which will not only enable admins but also the participants to post information.
  
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• Call of Duty: Warzone Adds New Solos Mode Allowing Players to Drop in Alone

  18-03-2020 11:40
  
  Call of Duty: Warzone has added a new Solos mode alongside the three member team default which it came with at launch.
  
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• Supreme Court Lashes Out at Telcos, Says No Reevaluation of AGR Dues Allowed

  18-03-2020 10:16
  
  Supreme Court on Wednesday lashed out at mobile phone operators for self-assessing their outstanding telecoms dues, saying it amounted to a violation of court orders.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy M21 With Triple Rear Cameras, 6,000mAh Battery Launched in India: Price, Specifications

  18-03-2020 09:46
  
  Samsung Galaxy M21 has been launched in India as the successor to the Galaxy M20. The new smartphone comes with an Infinity-U Super AMOLED display and features a 20-megapixel selfie camera.
  
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• Samsung Flags Chip Recovery, Shrinking Phone Market Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

  18-03-2020 09:42
  
  Samsung said on Wednesday the coronavirus pandemic would hurt sales of smartphones and consumer electronics this year, while demand from data centres would fuel a recovery in memory chip markets.
  
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• Redmi 7 MIUI 11 Update Brings February Android Security Patch, More, Users Report

  18-03-2020 09:39
  
  The firmware version for the latest Redmi 7 update is MIUI 11.0.5.0.PFLINXm, and the update size is listed to be at 608MB.
  
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• Netflix tool making self-isolation easier

  18-03-2020 09:28
  
  A little-known Netflix feature may be the key to making self-isolation and social distancing as a result of the coronavirus a little easier.
  
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• OnePlus Revamps Logo and Visual Identity, Aims to Improve Brand Recognisability

  18-03-2020 09:22
  
  OnePlus has officially announced its new logo with slight changes to the “1”, “+”, and the “ONEPLUS” text.
  
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• Facebook, Google, Microsoft, Reddit, Twitter Working Together to Curb Coronavirus Misinformation

  18-03-2020 09:21
  
  The large US Internet platforms have unveiled a joint effort to root out misinformation about the coronavirus pandemic, while Facebook announced a $100 million program to aid small firms impacted by the crisis.
  
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• Nokia 1.3 Render Leak Shows Waterdrop Notch Display, Single Rear Camera

  18-03-2020 09:18
  
  Nokia 1.3 smartphone alleged renders show a waterdrop notch display along with a single rear camera with single LED flash. A 3.5mm audio jack, volume and power buttons were also noticed.
  
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• Hay Day Pop Is Clash of Clans Creator's New Mobile Game: Here's What We Know

  18-03-2020 09:05
  
  Hay Day Pop is the new mobile game by Clash of Clans-creator Supercell. The mobile is currently available on Apple App Store and Google Play and is limited to Australia, New Zealand and Finland.
  
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• Poco X2 to Be Available Under Open Sale During Flipkart’s Big Shopping Days Starting Tonight

  18-03-2020 08:51
  
  Poco X2 is set to go on a special, four-day open sale in India starting tonight. The open sale will be live on Flipkart until March 22.
  
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• Asus ROG Phone 2 Android 10 Update Changelog Detailed, Download Link Available

  18-03-2020 08:27
  
  Asus ROG Phone 2 latest update upgrades system to Android 10. The update brings along the system-wide dark mode feature, and tweaks to call and power button menu related settings.
  
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• Redmi K30 Pro the Official Smartphone Partner of Fast and Furious 9 in China

  18-03-2020 08:21
  
  Redmi K30 Pro is now the official smartphone partner of Fast and Furious 9, the company announced on its Weibo page.
  
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• Coronavirus: Alto’s Odyssey and Alto’s Adventure Now Free on iOS and macOS

  18-03-2020 08:19
  
  Developers of Alto’s Adventure, Kingdom Rush, make their games free to keep people occupied during the covid lockdown.
  
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• Coronavirus: Google Cancels Digital Version of Its Cloud Next Event

  18-03-2020 07:52
  
  Google has indefinitely delayed even its digital-only Cloud Next conference next month amid the growing new coronavirus pandemic.
  
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• Government Regularly Seeking Call Data Records of All Mobile Subscribers in India, COAI Highlights

  18-03-2020 07:23
  
  The government is found to have asked telecom operators in India to provide “voluminous” call data records (CDRs) of all mobile subscribers across several regions for specific days. The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) escalated the issue in a letter marked to Anshu Prakash, Secretary, Department of Telecommunications (DoT).
  
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• Nokia March 19 Launch Event Will Be Online-Only, HMD Global Reveals: All You Need to Know

  18-03-2020 07:20
  
  The company is expected to launch the Nokia 8.2 5G, the Nokia 1.3, and Nokia 5.3 phones at the event. The Nokia 8.2 phone is tipped to be a mid-range phone with 5G support, while the Nokia 5.3 is expected to be a successor to the Nokia 5.1 phone.
  
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