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• Foxtel offers customers more content for free while we’re in coronavirus isolation

  25-03-2020 23:27 via techguide.com.au
  
  Foxtel has responded to the fact we’re spending a lot more time at home to prevent the spread of the coronavirus by offering more content and more ways to watch your favourite shows.
  From today until the end of May Foxtel customers will now have access to more content on the drama, entertainment, lifestyle, documentaries, reality and kids channels and the on-demand libraries.
  Foxtel has also added two more screens to customers with access to Multiscreen so more family members can watch at
  
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• This Ankle Exoskeleton Was Designed to Make Running Easier

  25-03-2020 19:00 via gizmodo.com
  
  Running is one of the most affordable forms of exercise, but it’s also one that people love to groan about—and for good reason. It’s a high-impact sport that can be hard on the body, and that’s without factoring in however you might feel about your individual athleticism. But Stanford engineers have found a wearable…Read more...
  
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• Samsung launches new EUV DRAM modules

  25-03-2020 16:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Samsung has announced the launch of its new industry first EUV DRAM modules and the company has also announced that it has now shipped one million of these new modules. “With the production of our new EUV-based DRAM, we are demonstrating our full commitment toward providing revolutionary DRAM solutions in support of our global IT […](Read More ...)The post Samsung launches new EUV DRAM modules appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Apple suspends iPhone production in India due to lockdown

  25-03-2020 16:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple started to make a number of its iPhone models in India last year, rather than importing the devices and now the company has now suspended production of its iPhones in India due to a lock down in the country, the India government has said that the countries 1.3 billion people have to stay at […](Read More ...)The post Apple suspends iPhone production in India due to lockdown appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• GeniusLinks track designed for Ozobots robot

  25-03-2020 16:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Anyone who uses the Ozobots robot for teaching or self-development may be interested in a new reusable robot track aptly named GeniusLinks. Equipped with magnets the tiles snap together to easily create a wide variety of different routes and paths for your Ozobots to follow. Watch the demonstration video below to learn more about the […](Read More ...)The post GeniusLinks track designed for Ozobots robot appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Marshall's New Itty Bitty Smart Speaker Packs Big Sound

  25-03-2020 16:00 via gizmodo.com
  
  Marshall’s latest smart speaker is an unusually small boy. How small? The new Uxbridge Voice, which is integrated with Amazon Alexa, measures a mere 5 by 6.6 by 4.8 inches.Read more...
  
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• Herb Garden indoor growing system for fresh herbs and vegetables

  25-03-2020 15:55 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A new indoor garden has launched via Kickstarter this week in the form of the aptly named Herb Gardens allowing you to easily grow fresh herbs and vegetables in the comfort of your own home, making them available whenever required. Created by GardenByte based in Cambridge Massachusetts the Herb Garden is available to back with […](Read More ...)The post Herb Garden indoor growing system for fresh herbs and vegetables appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Frame.IoT Arduino compatible Wi-Fi development kit

  25-03-2020 15:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Self-confessed passionate maker and technology enthusiast Joshua Perk has created the Frame.IoT an Arduino-compatible board built for your Internet of Things projects. The small development board is equipped with a variety of popular components built in which will be decided by the community. “Now you can focus on building something awesome (instead of wiring up […](Read More ...)The post Frame.IoT Arduino compatible Wi-Fi development kit appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Apple launches ARKit 3.5 for developers

  25-03-2020 15:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple’s new iPad pro launches today and the device comes with a LiDAR Scanner and depth sensing system and now Apple has launched ARKit 3.5. The new ARKit 3.5 is now available for developers and it supports the new camera an LiDAR setup on the new iPad pro. ARKit 3.5 uses the new LiDAR Scanner […](Read More ...)The post Apple launches ARKit 3.5 for developers appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Apple Safari Browser's Intelligent Tracking Prevention to Soon Block All Third-Party Cookies by Default

  25-03-2020 15:09
  
  Apple has announced a significant security update for the Safari browser's Intelligent Tracking Prevention (ITP) system that will be rolled out with iOS 13.4, iPadOS 13.4, Safari 13.1, and the next macOS update.
  
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• 9 Best Android Phones (Unlocked): Our Top Picks for 2020

  25-03-2020 15:00 via wired.com
  
  Wonder what the absolute best Android phone is right now? We have the answer, ranging from Google, Samsung, LG, and more.
  
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• Oppo Reno Ace 2 Spotted on 3C Certification Website, Suggests 65W Fast Charging

  25-03-2020 14:44
  
  Oppo Reno Ace 2 has been reportedly spotted on the 3C certification website with model number PDHM00. The listing points at 65W charging and 5G support.
  
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• New Opera News Lite App Launched That Uses Less Data and Storage

  25-03-2020 14:32
  
  Opera News Lite has been launched as a lighter version of the Opera News app released two years ago.
  
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• Vivo S6 5G Live Leaked Live Images Hint at Curved Glass Back, Waterdrop Notch

  25-03-2020 14:21
  Vivo S6 5G is expected to launch on March 31, and while its specifications were recently tipped by a TENAA listing, new hands-on images have leaked showing off its design.
  
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• Coronavirus: Music Streaming Giants Pledge to Help Musicians Hit by COVID-19

  25-03-2020 14:12
  
  At a time when the world is reeling under coronavirus outbreak, music streaming giants such as Amazon Music, Facebook, SiriusXM, Pandora, Spotify, Tidal and YouTube Music have pledged to contribute to the MusiCares' COVID-19 Relief Fund, to fund for music industry workers.
  
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• Coronavirus: Zomato CEO Says Hundreds of Employees Take Deep Salary Cuts as Business Hit

  25-03-2020 14:00
  
  Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal on Wednesday announced that several employees have taken deep voluntary salary cuts as the business has been hit owing to the COVID-19 lockdown.
  
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• 11 Great Educational Games for Kids to Play at Home

  25-03-2020 14:00 via wired.com
  
  Worried your kids will rot their brains on movies and TV? Try these “edutaining” games instead for PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Android phones.
  
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• ExpressVPN Records 15 Percent Usage Growth in India as Coronavirus Lockdown Widens

  25-03-2020 13:20
  
  ExpressVPN says it has recorded a 15 percent surge in the usage of its VPN service in India since February’s last week.
  
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• Tips for Using Zoom: How to Become a Videoconference Power User

  25-03-2020 13:00 via wired.com
  
  As the pandemic pushes work online, Zoom is the new office. Follow these tips to get the most out of those video meet-ups.
  
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• Royole FlexPai 2 Foldable Phone With Improved Display, Snapdragon 865 SoC Launched: Specifications

  25-03-2020 12:57
  
  Royole FlexPai 2 has been launched as the next-generation foldable smartphone by the Shenzhen-based company. The new smartphone features a third-generation Cicada Wing Fully Flexible Display (FFD) panel.
  
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• Huawei Mate 40 Series May Pack an Intuitive Circular Touch Display Around the Rear Cameras

  25-03-2020 12:52
  
  Huawei Mate 40 series will reportedly come with a circular touch display on the back around the cameras.
  
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• Realme’s 2020 Flagship Phones to Offer High Refresh Rate Screen, Company Executive Teases

  25-03-2020 12:45
  
  Realme CMO Xu Qi Chase took to Weibo to claim that every flagship smartphone model that may launch in 2020 should come with a high refresh rate display.He doesn’t mention the exact refresh rate he is referring to, but it presumably should be more than 60Hz at the very least.
  
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• Huawei P40, Huawei P40 Pro Detailed Ahead of March 26 Launch: All You Need to Know

  25-03-2020 12:44
  
  Huawei's highly anticipated P40 range of flagship smartphones is set to launch on March 26. Now although a lot is already known about the Huawei P40 and the Huawei P40 Pro, thanks to a slew of rumours and leaks. A new report from known tipster Roland Quandt has now published in detail, as to what the Huawei P40 and the P40 Pro will be capable of.
  
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• Streaming Services Will Default to SD Resolution on Mobile Networks in India During Nationwide Lockdown

  25-03-2020 12:41
  
  India’s biggest video streaming platforms in Hotstar, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and others are now either defaulting or locking to standard-definition (SD) video resolution on mobile networks in India, with more people at home due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
  
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• Turn Off the Microwave to Boost Wi-Fi, Says UK's Media Regulator

  25-03-2020 12:36
  
  People should avoid using the microwave at the same time as they are making video calls, watching HD videos or doing something important online because the ovens can slow Wi-Fi signals, Britain's media regulator Ofcom said on Wednesday.
  
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• Flipkart Executive Tells Employees in 'Consultation With Government' to Restore Supply Chains

  25-03-2020 12:18
  
  Flipkart on Wednesday said it has temporarily suspended its operations and services - including grocery items -- as India enters a 21-day lockdown.
  
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• Gurugram Police Directs Officers to Allow E-Commerce Deliveries, Delhi Police Also in Talks With E-Retailers

  25-03-2020 12:13
  
  Gurugram Police announced allowed the delivery operations of various online services amid the nationwide lockdown imposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to limit the coronavirus outbreak in India.
  
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• Honor 30S Tipped to Feature 64-Megapixel Main Shooter, 3X Optical Zoom Support

  25-03-2020 12:03
  
  Honor is set to launch the Honor 30S in China on March 30. We have seen a fair amount of rumours about this device before but the company recently confirmed the launch date through a post on Weibo.
  
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• Apple Says App Store Expanding to 20 More Countries This Year

  25-03-2020 12:03
  
  Cupertino-based tech giant Apple has announced that the App Store is set to reach 20 new countries this year.
  
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• Stay Productive at Home: Taxes, Organizing Photos, Community Outreach

  25-03-2020 12:00 via wired.com
  
  If you're lucky enough to have a job that lets you shelter in place while you work, here are some ways to stay productive in your downtime.
  
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• Coronavirus Impact: Mi 10 India Launch Postponed Due to Nationwide Lockdown

  25-03-2020 11:36
  
  In an official released statement, Xiaomi says, “After careful deliberation, we have taken the decision to postpone the launch of Xiaomi's flagship Mi 10 in India, which was scheduled on 31st March, 2020. We are evaluating the situation and will release a revised launch date soon.”
  
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• COVID-19 Pandemic: WHO Partners Microsoft, Facebook for Global Coronavirus Hackathon

  25-03-2020 11:34
  
  The World Health Organisation (WHO) has partnered with tech giants like Facebook and Microsoft for a global hackathon, asking developers to build software solutions that drive social impact, with the aim of tackling some of the challenges related to the current (COVID-19) pandemic.
  
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• OnePlus 8 Pro Alleged Live Images Leak, Tip Familiar Design and Quad Rear Cameras

  25-03-2020 11:16
  
  Alleged real-life photos of the OnePlus 8 Pro have surfaced online, and they again show a design that we’ve seen in previous leaks as well.
  
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• Google Podcasts App May Be Coming Soon to iOS With Refreshed Design

  25-03-2020 11:16
  
  Google Podcasts app might be coming to iOS devices soon with the recent redesign that Google released for its Android version.
  
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• Redmi K30 Pro vs Redmi K20 Pro: Price, Specifications Compared

  25-03-2020 10:56
  
  Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro is the latest budget flagship from the Xiaomi sub-brand. Here’s how it differs from the Redmi K20 Pro in terms of price, specifications and features.
  
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• Lenovo A7 Surfaces on Google Play Console, Key Specifications Tipped: Report

  25-03-2020 10:04
  
  Lenovo A7 has reportedly been spotted in the Google Play Console. If the listing on Google Play Console is any indication that Lenovo A7 will carry the model number AK47 and come with an HD+ display.
  
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• Sonu Nigam’s Online Concert Gets Over 1.6 Million Views in an Hour as Coronavirus Lockdown Widens

  25-03-2020 10:00
  
  Renowned Indian singer Sonu Nigam’s online concert from Dubai raked in over 1.6 million views within an hour and trended on social media.
  
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• Microsoft Teams for Android, iOS Gets Updated With Live Captions Support

  25-03-2020 09:27
  
  Microsoft Teams for Android and iOS has been updated with the ability to let users turn on live captions during meetings and group calls. The update also allows users to view shared content when they join a meeting via a cellular phone call.
  
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• Oppo Reno Ace 2 May Launch Next Month, VP Brian Shen Teases

  25-03-2020 09:22
  
  Oppo Reno Ace 2 phone will launch in China, and there’s no word on its availability in India as of now.
  
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• Samsung Announces Galaxy S20 Series Camera Features Will Come to Galaxy S10 Series, Galaxy Note 10 Series

  25-03-2020 08:52
  
  Samsung has announced new camera features for the Galaxy S10 series and Galaxy Note 10 series of smartphones that are present in the Galaxy S20 series of phones.
  
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• Realme Narzo 10, Narzo 10A Launch Postponed Due to Coronavirus Lockdown

  25-03-2020 08:45
  
  Realme Narzo 10 and Realme Narzo 10A phones were slated to launch in India on March 26 i.e. tomorrow, but due to the recently announced countrywide lockdown, the launch has now been postponed indefinitely.
  
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• iOS 13.4 Released With iCloud Drive Folder Sharing; iPadOS 13.4, watchOS 6.2, tvOS 13.4 Debut as Well

  25-03-2020 08:44
  
  Apple has released iOS 13.4, iPadOS 13.4, macOS 10.15.4, watchOS 6.2, and tvOS 13.4. The latest iOS, iPadOS, and macOS updates bring iCloud Drive folder sharing support.
  
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• Coronavirus: YouTube Sets Videos at SD Quality by Default to Help Save Bandwidth Amid Social Distancing

  25-03-2020 08:38
  
  owned YouTube has now announced that it will set the default quality of videos as Standard Definition (SD), in order to save bandwidth. Earlier, other streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime and Hotstar had taken measures to make sure they don’t stress the network traffic during this period.
  
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• Amazon Prime Video Cuts Video Quality in India to Ease Internet Load Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

  25-03-2020 08:11
  
  Amazon Prime Video has reduced video quality in India to help ease stress on mobile and broadband networks in the country amid the increased need for Internet services, with more people at home due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
  
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• iPhone Production in India Suspended Over Coronavirus Lockdown: Report

  25-03-2020 08:03
  
  Foxconn and Wistron, the two contract manufacturers for iPhone models in the country, have shot down their production facilities in India to adhere to the government lockdown.
  
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• Coronavirus: Here’s What Amazon, Big Basket, Flipkart, Other E-Retailers Saying About Services During Lockdown

  25-03-2020 07:08
  
  As 21-day lockdown comes into effect, e-commerce platforms have issued statements to give more clarity to their customers.
  
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• Facebook's 'Family' of Services See 'Unprecedented' Usage, Revenue Slips Nonetheless

  25-03-2020 06:45
  
  Facebook on Tuesday said the coronavirus pandemic has users flocking to its services while it undermines ad revenue on which the world's biggest social network depends.
  
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• Facebook Revenue Slips as Usage Leaps - Here's Why

  25-03-2020 06:45
  
  Facebook on Tuesday said the coronavirus pandemic has users flocking to its services while it undermines ad revenue on which the world's biggest social network depends.
  
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• Wonder Woman 1984 Release Date Pushed to August Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

  25-03-2020 06:36
  
  Warner Bros. has pushed the Wonder Woman 1984 release date by over two months — 10 weeks, to be precise — from June 5 to August 14, amid growing concerns over the ongoing pandemic caused by coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
  
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• Vivo iQoo Neo 3 With Snapdragon 865 SoC to Launch Soon, Company Teases

  25-03-2020 06:29
  
  iQoo official account on Weibo has shared a post teasing that the upcoming phone will be called the iQoo Neo 3. As mentioned, the company has confirmed that the phone will be powered by the Snapdragon 865 SoC.
  
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