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• Redmi Note 5, Redmi Note 5 Pro Getting MIUI 12 Update: Reports

  05-01-2021 15:05
  
  Redmi Note 5 and Redmi Note 5 Pro are reportedly receiving a new MIUI 12 update. The latest update is 2GB in size in size and comes with the version number V12.0.2.0.PEIMIXM. Eligible users can check for the update in Settings if they haven’t already received a notification yet.
  
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• Dell Launches Wide Range of Latitude, Precision Laptops and OptiPlex Modular Desktops

  05-01-2021 15:00
  
  Dell on Tuesday launched the Latitude 9420, Latitude 7520, Latitude 5420, and Precision 3560 laptops and OptiPlex 7090 Ultra as well as OptiPlex 3090 desktops. The company also launched the UltraSharp 40 Curved WUHD Monitor as well as three video conferencing-supported monitors in 24-, 27-, and 34-inch sizes.
  
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• A Farewell to Adobe Flash—and the Messy, Glorious Web

  05-01-2021 15:00 via wired.com
  
  The software helped create an amateur internet. It’s a far cry from the glossy, corporate one we know now.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S21 Series Camera Teased, Could Be a Hint at New Super Zoom Feature

  05-01-2021 14:15
  
  Samsung Galaxy S21 series camera experience has been teased by the company ahead of its official launch. The latest teaser suggests an all-new zooming experience that could come through an upgraded Space Zoom feature.
  
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• The Nokia 5.3 Is a Dependable Phone for Under $200

  05-01-2021 14:00 via wired.com
  
  If your budget is tight, this Android smartphone is a smart buy.
  
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• OnePlus Nord Gets Its Android 11-Based OxygenOS 11 Open Beta Update

  05-01-2021 13:52
  
  OnePlus Nord India and global variants have started receiving the Open Beta build of the Android-11 based OxygenOS 11. The update includes changes such as a fresh UI design, a shortcut key for Dark Mode, improvements to the ambient display, and more.
  
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• Vivo X60 Pro+ Specifications Tipped Ahead of Launch, Includes Snapdragon 888 SoC and 55W Fast Charging

  05-01-2021 13:30
  
  Vivo X60 Pro+ has obtained network certification, as per a tipster, who has also revealed some key specifications about the upcoming smartphone. Vivo X60 Pro+ is expected to support 55W charging and 5G connectivity, and come with Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC.
  
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• Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos Tops List of Richest Charitable Gifts in 2020 With $10-Billion Climate Change Donation

  05-01-2021 13:18
  
  Jeff Bezos made the single-largest charitable contribution in 2020, according to The Chronicle of Philanthropy's annual list of top donations, a $10-billion (roughly Rs. 73,200 crores) gift that is intended to help fight climate change.
  
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• Microsoft Windows Could Be Getting Major Visual Overhaul, Job Posting Suggests: Report

  05-01-2021 13:15
  
  Microsoft seems to be planning a visual overhaul for Windows if a recent job listing on the company’s website is anything to go by. The job posting has since been tweaked a little.
  
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• Apple AirTags, MacBooks, New AR Device to Launch in 2021, Says Ming-Chi Kuo; AirTags 3D Animation Leaks

  05-01-2021 11:59
  
  Apple AirTags, new MacBook models, and an augmented reality (AR) device will be released this year, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has shared. A 3D animation of the rumoured Apple AirTags has also been leaked.
  
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• Alibaba to Shut Down Xiami Music App on February 5 Due to ‘Operational Adjustments’

  05-01-2021 11:49
  
  Alibaba will close its music streaming platform Xiami Music next month, in a move that marks a step back from its ambitions to push into China's entertainment industry.
  
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• Instagram Testing New Carousel-Style Design to View Stories on Desktop

  05-01-2021 10:52
  
  Instagram is testing a new design for viewing stories on desktop. Instagram Stories will appear in a carousel, instead of the current single-tile format that takes up the entire page. The report cited a spokesperson who confirmed the testing of a new design for Instagram Stories on desktop.
  
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• Microsoft Working on ‘One Outlook’ App; to Work Across Windows, Mac and Web: Report

  05-01-2021 10:45
  
  One Outlook app is intended to bring a single Outlook client that work across platforms like PC, Mac, and the Web. It aims to replace Microsoft’s inbuilt Mail and Calendar apps on Windows 10. Codenamed Monarch, the new app is the end-goal of Microsoft’s One Outlook vision.
  
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• Redmi Note 9T 5G Launch Date Set as January 8; Price, Specifications Leaked Ahead of Launch

  05-01-2021 10:35
  
  Xiaomi Redmi Note 9T 5G will be unveiled on January 8 at 5:30pm IST as per the company’s social media accounts. The launch event will be livestreamed and the company has not shared details about the specifications or pricing for the phone.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra S Pen Support, Camera Specifications of the Series Detailed Ahead of January 14 Launch

  05-01-2021 10:05
  
  Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra images detailing the support for S Pen have leaked online. The images suggest that the Galaxy S21 Ultra will get cases with dedicated space for the optional stylus.
  
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• Google Pixel Phones Get January 2021 Update With Fixes, Latest Android Security Patch

  05-01-2021 10:02
  
  Google Pixel phones are getting the January Pixel feature update and latest security patch. The update addresses some issues with the Pixel 5 and other Pixel phones users were facing.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy M02s With Triple Rear Cameras, 5,000mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications

  05-01-2021 09:40
  
  Samsung Galaxy M02s has gone official in Nepal ahead of its confirmed launch in India. The phone is set to arrive in the Indian market on January 7. The Samsung Galaxy M02s is seen to sport triple rear cameras and pack a large 5,000mAh battery.
  
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• Samsung Teases New OLED Screens for Laptops With Superior Image Quality, Cinematic Colours

  05-01-2021 08:56
  
  Samsung teased that its new OLED screens for laptops through a video on YouTube. The South Korean tech giant said that its upcoming OLED panel laptop lineup will offer superior image quality and 85 percent HDR coverage.
  
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• Oppo Reno 5 Pro 5G India Launch Set for January 18: Expected Price, Specifications

  05-01-2021 08:24
  
  Oppo Reno 5 Pro 5G will be launched in India on January 18, the company has announced. There will be an event starting at 12:30pm IST where the company will unveil the phone. The Oppo Reno 5 series was launched in China last month.
  
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• Mi 10i With 108-Megapixel Samsung HM2 Sensor, 5G Support Launched in India: Price, Specifications

  05-01-2021 08:00
  
  The Mi 10i is the latest addition in the Mi 10 range. The phone comes with a 4,820mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. The charger is bundled inside the box. The Mi 10i will be available on Amazon India, Mi.com.
  
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• Mi A3 Users Affected by Bricking Issue Due to Faulty Android 11 Update Gets ‘Free Unconditional’ Fix in India

  05-01-2021 07:55
  
  Mi A3 users in India who were impacted by the bricking issue caused by a faulty Android 11 update have now been provided with a free fix at Xiaomi’s service centres. The fix is available irrespective of the phone’s warranty status. This means that you will get the fix for free, no matter whether your Mi A3 is in warranty or not.
  
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• New York Stock Exchange Scraps Plan to Delist China Telecom Firms Over Security Risks

  05-01-2021 07:46
  
  The New York Stock Exchange abandoned plans to delist three state-owned Chinese telecom companies, reversing a decision that further dented already strained relations between the world's two superpowers.
  
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• LG Tone Free TWS Earphones With UV Sanitising Case Launched in India, Priced at Rs. 24,990 Onwards

  05-01-2021 07:40
  
  LG has launched its Tone Free true wireless earphone lineup in India, with the HBS-FN6 and HBS-FN7 models priced at Rs. 24,990 and Rs. 29,990, respectively. Both headsets feature UV sanitisation in the case, while LG Tone Free HBS-FN7 earphones also have ANC.
  
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• We’re back for 2021 with Episode 432 of the top-rating Tech Guide podcast

  05-01-2021 07:11 via techguide.com.au
  
  We’re back for 2021! Tune in to Episode 432 of the top-rating Tech Guide podcast, hosted by editor Stephen Fenech – the first for the new year – as we keep you updated and educated about the latest consumer tech news and reviews.
  On this week’s show, what technology, products and trends we can expect to see in 2021, are you addicted to your smartphone – a new study suggest you are – and LG is first out of the gate to announce new TV technology.
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• WandaVision Gets a New TV Spot With Original Theme Song

  05-01-2021 06:44
  
  Marvel fans have a reason to rejoice as Disney Plus unveiled a new TV spot teasing the much-awaited superhero series WandaVision.
  
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• Moto G Power (2021), Moto G Play (2021) Renders and Key Specifications Leak

  05-01-2021 06:44
  
  Moto G Power (2021) and Moto G Play (2021) have leaked in renders online. Key specifications of the two phones have also been tipped, leaving little to the imagination. The Moto G Power (2021) has a triple camera setup at the back, whereas the Moto G Play (2021) has a dual rear camera setup.
  
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• Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Debuts as First Snapdragon 4-Series SoC to Support 5G Connectivity

  05-01-2021 06:32
  
  Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 has been launched with Snapdragon X51 modem to enable 5G connectivity on affordable smartphones. The new SoC is Qualcomm’s first 4-series mobile platform with 5G support. The Snapdragon 480 SoC also comes with up to 120Hz display support and offers Quick Charge 4+ fast-charging experience.
  
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• Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway, JPMorgan Chase to Disband US Employee Health Venture Haven

  05-01-2021 06:28
  
  Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway, and JPMorgan will disband Haven, the joint venture aimed at lowering health care costs for their US employees, just three years after launching.
  
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• OnePlus 9 Pro to Support 45W Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging: Report

  05-01-2021 06:26
  
  OnePlus 9 Pro has been tipped to come with support for 45W wireless charging and reverse wireless charging. OnePlus 9 will support the two features as well, but the speeds have not been revealed.
  
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• Ericsson CEO Börje Ekholm Worried About Chinese Retaliation After Huawei 5G Ban in Sweden

  05-01-2021 06:10
  
  Ericsson CEO Börje Ekholm is worried about Chinese reprisals after Sweden banned Huawei from taking part in the rollout of 5G networks, he said.
  
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• Jack Ma Missing From Public View in Past Two Months, Disappearing Act Fuels Speculation About Whereabouts

  05-01-2021 05:50
  
  Alibaba founder Jack Ma's absence from public view in the past two months, has fuelled social media speculation over his whereabouts amid a Chinese regulatory clampdown on his sprawling business empire.
  
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• Twitter Acquires Breaker Podcasting Platform, to Help Build Twitter Spaces

  05-01-2021 05:45
  
  Breaker said its team is becoming part of Twitter to apply its expertise to audio experiences at the social messaging service.
  
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• Google Workers Form Labour Union, Eyeing More Protests Over Working Conditions

  05-01-2021 05:11
  
  Workers at Google and other Alphabet units formed a labour union for US and Canadian offices, building on years of protests over working conditions and business practices.
  
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• Slack Hit With Outage as Offices Rev Up for First Work Week of 2021

  05-01-2021 05:05
  
  Slack suffered a major outage on Monday as people tried to get back to business remotely on the first work week of the new year.
  
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• Mi 10i India Launch Today: How to Watch Livestream, Expected Price, Specifications

  05-01-2021 02:30
  
  The Mi 10i has been teased regularly in the run-up to the launch. The phone is confirmed to have a quad camera setup at the back with a 108-megapixel primary sensor. The Mi 10i is also confirmed to be powered by the Snapdragon 750G SoC.
  
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• Take your game’s audio quality to the next level with the JBL Quantum One headset

  05-01-2021 02:26 via techguide.com.au
  
  We often focus on how good games look but don’t appreciate how good they sound as well. That’s not an issue with the JBL Quantum One over-ear gaming headset.
  This lets users not only appreciate the audio quality but to also listen out for their opponents and other sounds that will give them a competitive advantage.Onboard the JBL headset is QuantumSPHERE 360 – a pro-level 3D audio positioning technology that can track your head movement so you’re always hearing sounds com
  
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