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• Apple Buys Dark Sky in an Android Worst-Case Scenario

  01-04-2020 21:01 via wired.com
  
  The best, most beautiful weather app is about to be an iOS exclusive.
  
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• This Self-Winding Charging Cable Is an Even Better Fidget Toy

  01-04-2020 20:50 via gizmodo.com
  
  In a time when frivolous mental distractions are an especially important part of everyday life, a simple idea for an upgraded charging cable that can wind and organize itself could become the most entertaining gadget on your desk.Read more...
  
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• Samsung Galaxy A10s Starts Receiving Android 10-Based One UI 2.0 Update: Report

  01-04-2020 16:55
  
  Samsung has been on roll with Android 10 updates, and now, the Samsung Galaxy A10s is reportedly receiving its update in Malaysia.
  
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• OnePlus 8 Series Leaked Case Renders Tip New Sandstone Case Colours and a Nylon Variant

  01-04-2020 16:08
  
  As per a fresh leak, OnePlus will offer protective cases for the OnePlus 8 series phones in a variety of colours, surface finish, and materials.
  
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• Coronavirus WhatsApp Chatbot By Government Crosses 1.7 Crore Users in 10 Days of Launch

  01-04-2020 16:03
  
  MyGov Corona Helpdesk, the official WhatsApp chatbot by the Indian Government that was aimed to eradicate fake news and spread awareness about COVID-19, has crossed the milestone of 1.7 crore users in 10 days of its launch.
  
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• Huawei Vision Smart TV With Pop-Up Camera to Launch on April 8 with Huawei P40 Series

  01-04-2020 16:01
  
  A new Huawei Vision Smart TV with a built-in pop-up camera is set to be launch alongside Huawei P40 series on April 8 in China. The company officially announced on Weibo on Monday.
  
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• OnePlus Warp Charge 30 Wireless Charger Said to Launch on April 14, OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z Also Tipped

  01-04-2020 15:57
  
  As per a fresh leak, OnePlus Warp Charge 30 Wireless Charger and the OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z headphones will launch on April 14.
  
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• TikTok Donating Rs. 100 Crores Worth of Medical Equipment to India to Help Fight Coronavirus Outbreak

  01-04-2020 15:41
  
  TikTok has donated Rs. 100 crore worth of medical equipment to India in the form of hazmat suits and masks.
  
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• Why You Need a Soundbar for Your TV

  01-04-2020 15:00 via wired.com
  
  If you're also streaming movie after movie, trying to forget that we’re living in a housebound half-life, there's no better time to try one.
  
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• Whether it's a Roku, Vizio, or Yamaha, Just Get A Soundbar Already

  01-04-2020 15:00 via wired.com
  
  If you're also streaming movie after movie, trying to forget that we’re living in a housebound half-life, there's no better time to try one.
  
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• Spotify, Warner Music, Saregama Ink New Deals That Brings Missing Songs to India

  01-04-2020 14:15
  
  Thirteen months after launching in India, Spotify just took one big to erase its woes — it has renewed its global licensing partnership with Warner Music Group. Spotify users in India will now have access to Ed Sheeran, Wiz Khalifa, Madonna, Cardi B, Linkin Park, Coldplay, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, Bruno Mars, David Guetta, Paramore, Green Day, ...
  
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• Spotify, Warner Music, Saregama Ink New Deals That Bring Missing Songs to India

  01-04-2020 14:15
  
  Thirteen months after launching in India, Spotify just took one big to erase its woes — it has renewed its global licensing partnership with Warner Music Group. Spotify users in India will now have access to Ed Sheeran, Wiz Khalifa, Madonna, Cardi B, Linkin Park, Coldplay, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, Bruno Mars, David Guetta, Paramore, Green Day, ...
  
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• Spotify, Warner Music Ink New Deal That Brings Missing Songs to India

  01-04-2020 14:03
  Thirteen months after launching in India, Spotify just took one big to erase its woes — it has renewed its global licensing partnership with Warner Music Group. Spotify users in India will now have access to Ed Sheeran, Wiz Khalifa, Madonna, Cardi B, Linkin Park, Coldplay, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, Bruno Mars, David Guetta, Paramore, Green Day, ...
  
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• The 5 Best Posture Correctors (2020): Upright Go 2, Wyllielab, and More

  01-04-2020 14:00 via wired.com
  
  You're hunched over your desk and phone for hours. So we rounded up the gear to help you straighten up—including a DIY trick.
  
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• Snapchat Launches New Snap Lenses For Coronavirus Using AR for Social Distancing

  01-04-2020 13:58
  
  Snapchat has come up with two new Snapchat lenses that encourage social distancing, and give users tips on how to stay healthy. The company has come up with two new lenses - 'My Social Distance' lens and another lens that comes with health tips like animated hand wash reminders. The new lenses have been created by Snapchat in collaboration with the...
  
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• Huawei P40 Pro Gets Highest DxOMark Score Yet, Tops Selfie Camera List As Well

  01-04-2020 13:54
  
  With an overall score of 103 points, the Huawei P40 Pro is also number one device in the DxOMark selfie score database. It edges out the Huawei Nova 6 5G to take the top spot.
  
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• Realme Announces Price Hike on Phones Due to GST Rise, Realme X2 Pro Price Increased by Rs. 2,000

  01-04-2020 13:48
  
  Realme X2 Pro price remains unchanged, but the Realme X2 sees a price hike of Rs. 1,000
  
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• iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XR Price in India Increased Due to GST Rate Impact

  01-04-2020 13:28
  
  Apple has revised the iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XR, and the iPhone 7 price in India on account of the increased GST that came into effect earlier today.
  
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• Zoom Meetings Not End-to-End Encrypted, Flaw Exposes Email Address and Photos of Users: Reports

  01-04-2020 13:27
  
  Zoom has made it clear that multimedia meetings on its platform are not end-to-end encrypted. Moreover, a flaw has left the email address and photos of many users exposed.
  
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• 13 Best Galaxy S20 Cases (40+ Cases Tested)

  01-04-2020 13:00 via wired.com
  
  It doesn't matter if you have the Samsung Galaxy S20, S20 Plus, or S20 Ultra—a case to protect your new phone is a good idea.
  
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• Google Assistant Gets COVID 19 Information Hub on Android: All You Need to Know

  01-04-2020 12:57
  
  Google adds COVID 19 alert card to Google assistant. Google is reportedly working on Assistant shortcuts.
  
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• OnePlus' True Wireless Earbuds May Not Launch Alongside OnePlus 8 Series on April 14

  01-04-2020 12:24
  
  OnePlus’ True Wireless Earbuds will not launch alongside the OnePlus 8 series, according to a known tipster.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra Tipped to Get New Colour Variant Soon

  01-04-2020 12:09
  
  Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra, the top-of-the-line smartphone in the Galaxy S20 series is tipped to get a new colour variant.
  
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• Vodafone, BSNL Change Network Names to Raise Awareness About Coronavirus: Reports

  01-04-2020 11:54
  
  Vodafone and state-owned telecom operator BSNL have changed their network names to add coronavirus-related suffixes, in order to raise awareness about the pandemic.
  
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• Huawei Reveals EMUI 10.1 Rollout Schedule, Announces New Features

  01-04-2020 11:34
  
  Huawei has announced the beta testing schedule for Huawei as well as Honor smartphones and tablets, and has also revealed some of the new features that come with it.
  
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• Oppo Reno 3, Reno 2F, A9 2020, and Other Phones Get Revised Pricing in Line With GST Increase

  01-04-2020 11:08
  
  Oppo Reno 3 Pro, Reno 2, Reno 2F, and Oppo A9 2020 are amongst the smartphones by Oppo that have received a price hike in India in correspondence with the revised GST on mobile phones.
  
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• Oppo Reno 3 Pro, Reno 2F, A9 2020, and Other Phones Get Revised Pricing in Line With GST Increase

  01-04-2020 11:08
  
  Oppo Reno 3 Pro, Reno 2, Reno 2F, and Oppo A9 2020 are amongst the smartphones by Oppo that have received a price hike in India in correspondence with the revised GST on mobile phones.
  
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• Coronavirus: Europe to Launch Contact Tracing App Initiative

  01-04-2020 10:58
  
  European scientists and technologists said they would launch a joint initiative on Wednesday to support the use of digital applications in the fight against coronavirus while complying with the region's tough privacy laws.
  
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• Samsung Extends Warranty on All Products Till May 31 Due to Coronavirus Lockdown: All You Need to Know

  01-04-2020 10:52
  
  Currently, all Samsung service centres and customer call centres across India have been suspended. Even doorstep service vans have been cancelled temporarily, and the only way customers can connect with company is through the Live Chat feature and email.
  
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• Xiaomi to Host Mi Fan Festival 2020 Event on April 3 to Celebrate 10th Anniversary, 22 Products Set to Debut

  01-04-2020 10:33
  
  Xiaomi is celebrating its 10th anniversary and to commemorate the success, a Mi Fan Festival is scheduled for Friday, April 3, where 22 new products are set to debut.
  
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• Telegram Introduces Chat Folders, Channel Stats, and More With Latest Update

  01-04-2020 10:32
  
  Telegram Messenger introduces new features including Chat Folders, Channel Stats, Emoji with the latest Telegram 6.0 version. The updates were rolled out while people are opting to stay home to curb the spread of coronavirus.
  
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• iPhone 9 Launch: iOS 13.4.5 Beta Code Lends Credence to Low-Cost iPhone Rumours, Release Date Tipped

  01-04-2020 10:29
  
  The code of iOS 13.4.5 beta has hinted at the existence of iPhone 9 aka iPhone SE 2 with a Touch ID sensor, and it will play a role in using the car key feature.
  
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• Nokia 7.2 Starts Receiving Android 10 Update, New Features Added

  01-04-2020 10:26
  
  HMD Global is now rolling out the Android 10 software update for the Nokia 7.2, which was launched in India in September 2019.
  
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• Apple Doubles China Donations for COVID-19 Recovery Efforts

  01-04-2020 10:23
  
  Apple more than doubled its donation to China's efforts to fight COVID-19 to over CNY 50 million, CEO Tim Cook posted on Weibo on Wednesday, weeks after the iPhone maker said it had opened all its 42 stores in one of its largest markets.
  
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• Fitbit Charge 4 With Built-in GPS, 24/7 Heart Rate Monitor Launched in India

  01-04-2020 10:06
  
  Fitbit Charge 4 has been announced in India for Rs. 14,999 and will go on sale in April.
  
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• Future Astronauts Could Use Their Own Urine to Build Bases on Moon’s Surface: Study

  01-04-2020 09:57
  
  Scientists have discovered that the urea present in the human urine could one day be used as a building material to make structures on the Moon.
  
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• Rayman Legends PC Made Free by Ubisoft to Ease Coronavirus Lockdown Woes

  01-04-2020 09:45
  
  Ubisoft will be running month-long offers on some of its popular titles and franchises, in order to ease the monotony of being stuck at home, due to the coronavirus pandemic.
  
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• Candy Crush Saga Adds Unlimited Lives for Players Till April 5 Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

  01-04-2020 09:44
  
  King, the developer of Candy Crush Saga, will be offering unlimited lives on seven of its games, including Candy Crush Saga.
  
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• ACT Fibernet Extends Up to 300Mbps Speeds, Unlimited FUP Benefits, to April 30

  01-04-2020 09:43
  
  ACT Fibernet is offering speeds to up to 300Mbps and unlimited FUP. These benefits are provided across the country, in all markets that ACT Fibernet operates.
  
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• Activision releases remastered Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 campaign

  01-04-2020 09:25 via techguide.com.au
  
  Activision has remastered one of the most popular Call of Duty games – Modern Warfare 2 – with a complete enhancement of its critically-acclaimed single player campaign.
  Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 was one of the most successful games of all time and it has returned with stunning graphics and visuals and up to 4K resolution and HDR on supported consoles.Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remastered will include improved texture resolution, added detail, revamped animation and
  
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• OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro to Pack LPDDR5 RAM, Snapdragon 865 SoC

  01-04-2020 09:10
  
  OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro will offer UFS 3.0 flash storage, just like its predecessor. However, OnePlus has added software additions like Turbo Write and Host Performance Booster (HPB) to ramp up read and write speeds even more.
  
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• Wristbands to AI Tools: New Inventions Seek to Help in Fight Against Coronavirus

  01-04-2020 08:59
  
  From furniture makers to AI software developers, companies around the world are adapting existing products or inventing new ones to help fight the pandemic or just make life easier for those working from home, in hospitals or stuck in quarantine.
  
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• BigBasket Starts Deliveries With Cab Aggregators And Restaurant Associations, Grofers Also Faces Shortage of Staff

  01-04-2020 08:44
  
  Online grocery delivery platforms BigBasket and Grofers are facing scarcity of operational staff due to the coronavirus outbreak in India. Ola and Uber drivers in some cities, on the other hand, have started delivering vegetables.
  
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• Xiaomi, Redmi, Poco Phones Get a Price Hike as Increased GST Rate Comes Into Effect

  01-04-2020 08:11
  
  Xiaomi India MD Manu Kumar Jain has announced that the price of Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco phones in India has gone up starting today as the new GST rates come into effect.
  
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• Zoom Under Scrutiny in the US Over Privacy Concerns, Porn Hacks

  01-04-2020 08:00
  
  Virtual meeting app Zoom, which has seen its popularity skyrocket in the coronavirus pandemic, is in hot water after users complained to the FBI of being startled by porn during meetings.
  
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• How Vision Direct’s Lens Scanner app works to save you time and money

  01-04-2020 07:53 via techguide.com.au
  
  Due to technological innovation in the eyewear industry, buying glasses online is becoming more simple and user friendly. There is usually a wider selection of glasses to choose from at better prices than in physical stores.
  Online eyewear retailers, such as Vision Direct, have made buying spectacles online an easy and enjoyable experience. With various technologies such as Virtual Try-On, Prescription Lens Scanner app and a variety of payment methods, Vision Direct makes the process of buying g
  
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• WWE, Sony India Bringing WWE Network to SonyLIV

  01-04-2020 07:50
  
  WWE and Sony Pictures Networks India have renewed their partnership for another five years. That means WWE Raw, WWE SmackDown, WWE NXT, and WWE specials will stay on Sony’s bouquet of TV channels in the Indian subcontinent. The new deal grants SonyLIV rights access to WWE Network.
  
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• WhatsApp Multi-Device Support Spotted in Development Again, Delete Messages Feature May Get a New Name

  01-04-2020 07:33
  
  WhatsApp reportedly has been working on multi-device support for a while now. The feature was spotted in the beta version of WhatsApp for iPhone in November last year, and traces of it being in development go back to as far as July 2019.
  
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• The new Fitbit Charge 4 now includes built-in GPS and Spotify control

  01-04-2020 07:20 via techguide.com.au
  
  Fitbit has just unveiled one of its most advanced devices – the Charge 4 – which now includes built-in GPS, fitness and health tracking and up to seven days of battery life.
  The Fitbit Charge 4 maintains its thin and light design and is comfortable to wear all day and night.
  The device has a bright scratch proof screen that can be read easily anywhere and also a swim proof build so it can be your exercise companion anywhere.
  Fitbit Charge 4 now includes even more smart features inclu
  
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• Facebook Feature Lets People Reach Out for Help in Pandemic

  01-04-2020 06:51
  
  Facebook on Tuesday activated a feature allowing people impacted by the coronavirus pandemic to reach out for help from their community.
  
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