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• Boost Mobile returning to Coles to offer refurbished iPhone 8 at a special price

  25-01-2021 23:09 via techguide.com.au
  
  Boost Mobile has upgraded its refurbished iPhone offer at Coles supermarkets and will be offering the iPhone 8 to customers nationally from tomorrow for the special price of $359.
  This offer follows the hugely successful sale of the refurbished iPhone 7 last year which kicked off the partnership between Boost Mobile and Coles to offer technology at affordable prices.Apple’s iPhone 8 has a 4.7-inch display with TrueTone, a 12-megapixel rear camera and a front 7-megapixel selfie camera.
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• Apple’s Newest Fitness Feature: Celeb-Hosted Outdoor Walks

  25-01-2021 19:08 via wired.com
  
  The company's latest subscription product combines outdoor fitness with podcasting, though you'll need an Apple Watch to enjoy it.
  
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• Apple’s Newest Fitness Feature: Celeb-Guided Outdoor Walks

  25-01-2021 19:08 via wired.com
  
  The company's latest subscription product combines outdoor fitness with podcasting, though you'll need an Apple Watch to enjoy it.
  
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• Save 55% on the Instaread Book Summaries: Lifetime Subscription

  25-01-2021 17:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  We have a great deal on the Instaread Book Summaries: Lifetime Subscription in the Geeky Gadgets deals store this week. The Instaread Book Summaries: Lifetime Subscription is available in our deals store for $199.99, that is a saving of 55% off the normal price.  That booklist only seems to grow, right? You only have […](Read More ...)The post Save 55% on the Instaread Book Summaries: Lifetime Subscription appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy A52 gets WiFi certification

  25-01-2021 16:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Last week the new Samsung Galaxy A52 received it Bluetooth certifications and now the handset has also received WiFi certification. This suggests that it will not be long until Samsung decides to make their new Galaxy A52 smartphone official. As we heard previously the handset is rumored to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G processor. […](Read More ...)The post Samsung Galaxy A52 gets WiFi certification appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Realme C20 Android smartphone unveiled

  25-01-2021 16:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Realme has added a new Android smartphone to their range with the launch of the new Realme C20, the handset features a 6.5 inch LCD display that has a HD+ resolution. The device is equipped with a Helio G35 mobile processor and it also comes with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of includes storage. There […](Read More ...)The post Realme C20 Android smartphone unveiled appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Bando 3 multi-functional slim wallet raises over $100,000 via Kickstarter

  25-01-2021 15:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Designer and entrepreneur Stephen Elliot has returned once again to Kickstarter to launch his 11th Kickstarter campaign for the third generation Bando 3.0 multi-functional slim wallet. With still 39 days remaining the campaign is already raised over $100,000 thanks to over 4,000 backers. Since 2012 Elliot has successfully launched nine Kickstarter campaigns and delivered over […](Read More ...)The post Bando 3 multi-functional slim wallet raises over $100,000 via Kickstarter appeared fir
  
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• New Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Lite tablet rumored

  25-01-2021 15:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  We already have the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 and Galaxy Tab S7+ tablets and now it would appear that Samsung may be launching a third model, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Lite. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Lite is rumored to be made available in WiFi, 4G LTE and 5G models, the tablets will feature […](Read More ...)The post New Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Lite tablet rumored appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• HeimVision Assure B1 2K Ultra HD security camera with 130 degree FOV

  25-01-2021 14:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  If you are in the market for a compact, wireless, HD camera to monitor your children or property, you may be interested in a new camera called the HeimVision Assure B1, launched via Indiegogo this month. The HeimVision Assure B1 offers a smart home hub and ultra HD camera complete with personal voice assistant all […](Read More ...)The post HeimVision Assure B1 2K Ultra HD security camera with 130 degree FOV appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Oxxo MagSafe iPhone 12 holder and stand

  25-01-2021 14:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Those of you lucky enough to own Apples latest iPhone 12 smartphone equipped with Apples new MagSafe technology may be interested in a new mounting system designed by Oxxo. Offering a compact easily attachable smartphone backthat supports fast Qi charging at 15w in doubles as a phone kickstand. Backer early bird pledges are now available […](Read More ...)The post Oxxo MagSafe iPhone 12 holder and stand appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Vizio's Rotating Soundbar Fills the Room With Great Surround

  25-01-2021 14:00 via wired.com
  
  The flagship (and expensive) Elevate has rotating drivers for when you play Dolby Atmos-supported movies or shows.
  
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• Microsoft Is Making It Easier to Transfer Files From Outlook to Teams With Drag and Drop

  25-01-2021 13:59
  
  Microsoft has added the capability to drag and drop files from Outlook to Teams. With this feature, users can move attachments between the two apps easily. Until now, users had to first drag the files onto a location like the desktop, and drag them from there to the files tab in Teams.
  
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• Razer Naga X Gaming Mouse With 16 Programmable Buttons Launched, Aimed at MMO Gamers

  25-01-2021 13:36
  
  Razer’s latest gaming mouse has 16 programmable buttons and a right-handed ergonomic design. The Razer Naga X gaming mouse is designed for massively multiplayer online (MMO) gamers. It is priced at $79.99 (roughly Rs. 5,800) and is available for purchase from Razer’s website. The gaming mouse features the Razer Chroma RGB lighting.
  
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• Redmi Note 10 Launch Teased Officially After Rumours Tipping February Debut in India

  25-01-2021 13:04
  
  Redmi Note 10 launch has been teased officially after the rumour mill suggested its existence alongside the Redmi Note 10 5G, Redmi Note 10 Pro, and the Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G.
  
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• Sony Xperia Compact Phone Featuring 5.5-Inch Display Tipped to Launch This Year

  25-01-2021 12:45
  
  Sony Xperia Compact’s new version is tipped to launch this year. The compact phone is expected to feature a 5.5-inch display and measure around 140x68.9x8.9mm. As per a tipster, the new Sony Xperia Compact will have a dual rear camera setup featuring a 13-megapixel primary sensor along with an 8-megapixel camera in the front.
  
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• Poco X2 Starts Getting Android 11 Through MIUI 12.1 Update, Comes With January 2021 Security Patch

  25-01-2021 11:08
  
  Poco X2 has started getting MIUI 12.1 that brings the anticipated Android 11 update. The new update comes along with the January 2021 Android security patch.
  
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• WhatsApp Treating Indian Users Differently from Europeans Matter of Concern: Government Tells Delhi High Court

  25-01-2021 10:53
  
  WhatsApp users in India being treated differently from Europeans over opting out of its new privacy policy is a matter of concern, the central government told the Delhi High Court on Monday.
  
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• Google to Open US Offices as COVID-19 Vaccination Centres, Spend $150 Million on Vaccine Awareness: CEO Sundar Pichai

  25-01-2021 10:22
  
  Google CEO Sundar Pichai has announced via a blog post that the company’s offices in the US will be used as COVID-19 vaccination centres. Google has also pledged $150 million (roughly Rs. 1,090 crores) for programmes to promote vaccine education.
  
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• Huawei Said to Be in Early-Stage Talks to Sell Its Premium Smartphone Sub-Brands P and Mate

  25-01-2021 10:06
  
  Huawei is in early-stage talks to sell its premium smartphone sub-brands P and Mate, according to sources. The talks between the China's Huawei, the world's largest telecommunications equipment maker and a consortium led by Shanghai government-backed investment firms are said to have been going on for months.
  
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• iPhone 12, MagSafe Accessories May Interfere With Pacemakers, Medical Implants, Cautions Apple

  25-01-2021 10:02
  
  Apple has cautioned users that implanted pacemakers, defibrillators and other medical implants might contain sensors that respond to magnets in iPhones and MagSafe accessories. Users are advised to keep their iPhones and MagSafe accessories a safe distance away (more than 6 inches/ 15 cm apart or more than 12 inches/ 30 cm apart if wirelessly charging). “But consult...
  
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• Tata Sky, Croma Site Vulnerabilities Exposed Sensitive Customer Data of Millions of Customers; Fixed Now

  25-01-2021 09:56
  
  Tata Sky and Croma, the entities owned by Tata Group, have fixed the vulnerabilities that exposed the data of millions of their customers, according to a cybersecurity researcher. The exposed data included full names, phone numbers, addresses, date of birth, and email IDs of Tata Sky and Croma customers.
  
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• YouTube.com Now Available to Be Installed as a Progressive Web App

  25-01-2021 09:42
  
  The main YouTube site can now be installed as a Progressive Web App (PWA) for quicker access. Google had recently announced that it was bringing Stadia to iOS as a PWA. After the PWA is installed, the users get a large red play logo in the app launcher to open YouTube in a window that doesn’t have the address bar among other user interface elements.
  
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• Oppo A55 5G With Dimensity 700 SoC, 5,000mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications

  25-01-2021 09:33
  
  The new Oppo A55 5G is priced in China at CNY 1,599 (roughly Rs. 18,000) for the lone 6GB RAM + 128GB storage option. It is available in Brisk Blue and Rhythm Black colour options. The phone is up for grabs via several online retailers in China including JD, Tmall, and Suning.
  
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• OnePlus 9 Pro, OnePlus 9 Specifications Tipped Ahead of Rumoured March Launch

  25-01-2021 08:26
  
  OnePlus 9 Pro and OnePlus 9 could both have 120Hz refresh rate, as per a tipster. OnePlus 9 Pro could feature a 6.8-inch Quad HD+ curved display, while OnePlus 9 may have a 6.55-inch full-HD+ flat display. The phones, rumoured to launch in March, are tipped to weigh less than 200 grams.
  
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• Netflix Update to Deliver Better Audio on Android With xHE-AAC Codec

  25-01-2021 08:11
  
  Netflix is rolling out a significant update that promises to improve sound quality on Android devices running version 9 and above. The xHE-AAC codec is said to offer studio-quality audio, better reliability on mobile data, and more.
  
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• OnePlus Buds Z Steven Harrington Edition TWS Earbuds With Two-Tone Colour Launched in India

  25-01-2021 08:06
  
  OnePlus Buds Z Steven Harrington Edition truly wireless (TWS) earbuds have been launched in India as a limited edition of the regular OnePlus Buds Z. The new earbudscome in a two-tone purple and mint colour option.
  
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• Apple Watch Helps Rescue Kidnapped Woman in US: Report

  25-01-2021 07:55
  
  Fox San Antonio reports that a woman in Selma, Texas called her daughter through the Apple Watch asking for help and explaining the situation. The call got disconnected mid-way and officers then used an emergency cellular ping to track the woman's location.
  
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• New Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Game in Development: Reports

  25-01-2021 07:52
  
  A new Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic game is reportedly in development, but not at BioWare or Electronic Arts. Reports note that Star Wars fans will “never guess” which studio is behind it.
  
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• Xiaomi’s new Mi Watch Lite puts all the smart features on your wrist for less than $100

  25-01-2021 07:08 via techguide.com.au
  
  Xiaomi has launched the affordable Mi Watch Lite, priced at less than $100, that can track your steps and exercise and also allow you to view texts, calls and other notifications on your wrist.
  The Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite can be paired with Android smartphones and iPhones via the Xiaomi Wear app (Android) and the Xiaomi Wear Lite app (iOS).It has a 1.4-inch colour touchscreen display with built GPS + GLONASS for precise satellite positioning so it can track your position, speed and distance.
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• Google Paying for News is ‘Inevitable’, says Australia

  25-01-2021 07:08
  
  Google and other tech behemoths will have to eventually pay for using media content, Australia has said. Responding to the Internet giant’s threat to disable its search engine in the country if it’s forced to pay local publishers for news, Australia’s Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said that paying for new was “inevitable”.
  
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• Realme X7 and Realme X7 Pro India Launch Date Tipped for February 4, Flipkart Availability Teased

  25-01-2021 06:53
  
  Realme X7 and Realme X7 Pro launch in India has been teased by Flipkart. While the launch is yet to be announced by the company, a tech blogger seems to have accidentally revealed the India launch date of the two smartphones. Both phones could debut in India as early as February 4. Some variant details of the Indian Realme X7 and Realme X7 Pro models have also surface...
  
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• Vivo S7t Phone With MediaTek Dimensity 820 SoC Tipped to Launch Soon

  25-01-2021 06:37
  
  Vivo S7t is expected to launch soon. The phone has been tipped to come with the model number PD2080 and MediaTek Dimensity 820 SoC.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy A72 Receives TUV Rheinland Certification, Tipped to Feature 25W Fast Charging

  25-01-2021 06:30
  
  Samsung Galaxy A72 may feature 25W fast charging. A tipster shared that the smartphone received TUV Rheinland certification and supports 9V at 2.77A charging, which is approximately 25W. The device was spotted on the listing carrying the model numbers SM-A725F/DS and SM-A725F.
  
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• Godzilla vs. Kong Trailer Out Now in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu

  25-01-2021 06:30
  
  Godzilla vs. Kong trailer out in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. Godzilla vs. Kong trailer song is Chris Classic’s “Here We Go”. Godzilla vs. Kong release date is March 26 in India, and on HBO Max.
  
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• SpaceX Launches Falcon 9 Rocket With Record 143 Spacecraft in Cosmic Rideshare Program

  25-01-2021 05:47
  
  Elon Musk’s SpaceX set a new record on Sunday for the most spaceships deployed on a single mission with the launch of 143 spacecraft into space via its Falcon 9 reusable rocket.
  
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• Germany Urges Taiwan to Help Ease Auto Chip Shortage Affecting Ford, Toyota, Volkswagen, Others

  25-01-2021 05:28
  
  German Economy Minister Peter Altmaier has asked his Taiwanese counterpart Wang Mei-hua to help ease a shortage of semiconductor chips in the auto sector through talks with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC), the world's largest contract chipmaker and one of Germany's main suppliers.
  
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• Tesla Sues Former Employee for Allegedly Stealing 26,000 Confidential Files

  25-01-2021 05:23
  
  Tesla has filed a case against a former employee, Alex Khatilov, who the company says stole 26,000 confidential files within three days of being hired, according to a court filing.
  
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• Tado’s Smart AC Control makes your air conditioner even more useful and intuitive

  25-01-2021 03:15 via techguide.com.au
  
  Our air conditioners have been getting quite a workout this summer but wouldn’t it be good if we could make them smarter. With the Tado Smart AC Control you can do exactly that.
  If your air conditioner has a remote with a display then you’re in business.
  The Tado Smart AC Control Device is a small square device that can fit in the palm of your hand.The idea behind the product is to link it to your system so it can not only control your AC but also provide information and notification
  
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• Warning over iPhone’s ‘safe distance’

  25-01-2021 02:05
  
  There’s a new warning for Apple customers who also depend on life saving medical equipment like pacemakers not to let their iPhone 12 get too close.
  
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