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‘Confusing’ police tactic slammed

24-09-2021 19:59

A new tactic adopted by NSW Police to help locate missing people has received a sceptical reception over concerns it could cause additional confusion for members of the public.

FCC showers schools across the U.S. with $1.2B from Emergency Connectivity Fund

24-09-2021 19:06

The FCC has sent out the first checks from its Emergency Connectivity Fund, an effort to help close the “homework gap” at schools by covering the cost of computers and internet services. Thousands of school districts, in every state plus D.C., Guam and Puerto Rico, will split this first $1.2 billion distribution, and there’s still lots more to come.
The problem they are looking to mitigate is the large number of students who, in an age when studying, homework, and now even clas

FIXED Sense – the smartest tag in the market hits Indiegogo

24-09-2021 16:07 via feedproxy.google.com

Sponsored: There are several smart tags in the market right now, but none of them is as smart and multifunctional as FIXED Sense’s smart tracker. If you are looking for a smart tag that can open your garage door, turn your lights on and off, help you find your lost keys, or tell you when […](Read More ...)The post FIXED Sense – the smartest tag in the market hits Indiegogo appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

How to Bypass Geo-Blocking While Web Scraping

24-09-2021 15:56 via techguide.com.au

In today’s digital market, where data is considered king, businesses have to walk the length and breadth of the internet to lay hands on a sufficient amount of user data. This data is usually translated and used in making important business decisions.And the most effective way to gather this data is often referred to as web scraping.
Web scraping, therefore, comprises the different techniques and tools employed in the service of curating a large amount of user data from several sources. Th

Audio-Technica ATH-102USB Budget Headphones With 30mm Dynamic Drivers Launched in India

24-09-2021 15:36

Audio-Technica ATH-102USB headphones have been launched in India. The headphones feature 30mm dynamic drivers and slider adjustment for proper fitting. The headphones are priced at Rs. 2,393.

Google TV app launches in 14 more countries

24-09-2021 15:35 via feedproxy.google.com

Google has announced that it is launching its Google TV app in 14 more countries around the world. This includes the UK, France, Germany, Belgium, Australia, Canada, India, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Japan and Switzerland. The latest version of the app is now available to download in these additional countries. They have also announced that […](Read More ...)The post Google TV app launches in 14 more countries appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

What Exactly Is LiFi?

24-09-2021 15:32 via techguide.com.au

Ask people to name one thing they can’t live without, and you’d probably hear “WiFi” too often. You may laugh about it, but it makes so much sense. The internet runs our lives. You chat with friends, order food, get entertained, and work online.Without the internet, you won’t even get to read this article. But what happens if our demand for internet data outruns the supply? Can you imagine modern life without the internet? This is where LiFi comes in.
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Oppo K9 Pro With 6.43-Inch AMOLED Display, 60W Fast Charging Support Listed on Company Website Ahead of Launch

24-09-2021 15:30

Oppo K9 Pro smartphone will launch on September 26 and is confirmed to feature a triple rear camera, MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC, and 4,500mAh battery. Oppo is planning to launch Oppo Watch Free and Oppo Smart TV K9 alongside the smartphone.

RetroPie Raspberry Pi 3D printed cyberdeck

24-09-2021 15:23 via feedproxy.google.com

Reddit user “willy_mcBoner” has posted images of his awesome Raspberry Pi 3D printed cyberdeck providing inspiration to all those looking to build their very own. The first time build is inspiration to all Raspberry Pi enthusiasts considering using the mini PC to create their very own custom cyberdeck project, many of which we have featured […](Read More ...)The post RetroPie Raspberry Pi 3D printed cyberdeck appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Series Colour Variants Tipped; Galaxy S22 Ultra Could Come With an Integrated S Pen

24-09-2021 14:52

Samsung Galaxy S22 series' colour variants and S pen support have been tipped. The Galaxy S22 and the Galaxy S22+ are said to come in Black, Green, Pink Gold, and White colour options, while the Galaxy S22 Ultra will reportedly come in Black, Dark Red, and White colour options. As per tipster Ice Universe, Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra will come with an inbuilt S Pen, a 19...

EKSA E910 5.8GHz wireless gaming headset

24-09-2021 14:52 via feedproxy.google.com

EKSA has introduced its new wireless headset offering connectivity via 5.8 GHz and supporting PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 with 7.1 surround sound without the need for software to be installed. EKSA was founded by hard-core gamers and creates peripherals for hard-core gamers say its press release. The research and development team has spent 2 […](Read More ...)The post EKSA E910 5.8GHz wireless gaming headset appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

DockAll D5 wireless charger, speaker and sound hub

24-09-2021 14:05 via feedproxy.google.com

The DockAll D5 is a fast charging wireless charger, docking station and Bluetooth speaker in one small compact system perfect for phones and small tablets. Equipped with a near field microphone with noise cancellation and 8watt speakers the wireless charger features fast charging technology and on the rear has 2 USB ports allowing you to […](Read More ...)The post DockAll D5 wireless charger, speaker and sound hub appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Online Games That Involve Betting, Wagering Could Be Banned by Karnataka; Worrying Booming Industry

24-09-2021 14:04

The state of Karnataka, home to India's Silicon Valley, has proposed a ban on online games involving betting and wagering, sparking concerns that growing state regulations could hit the nascent but booming sector.

Twisty Laptops, Bendy Phones: Microsoft Bets Big on Design

24-09-2021 14:00 via wired.com

This week, we look at the new Surface hardware and try to determine how much experimentation your workflow can withstand.

More details on the new Apple Watch Series 7 (Video)

24-09-2021 14:00 via feedproxy.google.com

The Apple Watch Series 7 was made official recently and the device will go on sale later this fall, now we get to find out more details about the device. The video below from Apple Explained gives us a look at the design of the new Apple Watch Series 7 and also details on some […](Read More ...)The post More details on the new Apple Watch Series 7 (Video) appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Netflix Announces Documentary on Events Surrounding Death of Canadian Crypto 'King' in India

24-09-2021 13:48

Investors-turned-investigators will join the dots to make sense of how the QuadrigaCX CEO died at 30 costing them $250 million (roughly Rs.1,843 crores).

Cryptocurrency Transactions Deemed Illegal by China's Central Bank, Bitcoin Down 6 Percent

24-09-2021 13:46

Cryptocurrency transactions are now illegal, China's central bank said, sounding the death knell for the digital trade in China after a crackdown on the volatile currencies.

Realme V11s 5G With MediaTek Dimensity 810 SoC, Dynamic RAM Expansion Debuts: Price, Specifications

24-09-2021 13:41

Realme V11s 5G has been launched in China. The smartphone packs a MediaTek Dimensity 810 SoC, paired with up to 6GB of RAM. It features dynamic RAM expansion (DRE) that increases the RAM up to 11GB on the 6GB RAM variant. The smartphone is fairly similar to the vanilla Realme V11 5G, apart from the processor and DRE.

Halo+ FHD Android TV smart portable projector

24-09-2021 13:39 via feedproxy.google.com

XGIMI has introduced its new portable projector announcing the launch of its Halo+ FHD Smart Projector priced at $859. The compact projector has been specifically designed to provide an “on-the-go” projection system that can be used almost anywhere thanks to its powerful and bright LED 900 ANSI lumens. Equipped with an on-board Android TV operating […](Read More ...)The post Halo+ FHD Android TV smart portable projector appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Twitter adds Tips feature with support for Bitcoin

24-09-2021 13:31 via feedproxy.google.com

Twitter has announced that ti is launching its new tipping feature which its calls Tips to everyone and the feature now supports Bitcoing and out crypto currencies. Users can now use cryptocurrency as a payment method for its tips and they also plan to let uses connect their crypto wallets in the future. People already […](Read More ...)The post Twitter adds Tips feature with support for Bitcoin appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Microfliers, or Flying Microchips, Are the Smallest Human-Made Flying Structures: Research

24-09-2021 13:23

Engineers at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, US, have designed electronic microchips that can fly. These flying microchips, or microfliers, are the size of a sand grain and can fly without any motor or engine.

Check your PC latency and responsiveness with NVIDIA Reflex

24-09-2021 13:23 via feedproxy.google.com

Gamers interested in testing their PC latency and responsiveness may be interested to know that HyperX has this week announced that its HyperX Pulsefire Haste gaming mouse is now compatible with NVIDIA Reflex. Enabling gamers to measure system latency and hence an accurate measurement of their systems responsiveness. The NVIDIA Reflex Analyzer tool allows you […](Read More ...)The post Check your PC latency and responsiveness with NVIDIA Reflex appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Windows Toolkit v7.1 now available for devs and the community to use

24-09-2021 13:08 via feedproxy.google.com

Microsoft has this week announced the release of its new Windows Toolkit v7.1 bringing with it a wealth of updates improvements and features all made possible from the contributions and support of the Windows developer community says Microsoft. The Windows Toolkit is a collection of helpers, extensions, and custom controls for the community to use […](Read More ...)The post Windows Toolkit v7.1 now available for devs and the community to use appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Porsche unveils new open source initiative

24-09-2021 13:04 via feedproxy.google.com

Porsche has announced that it is launching a new open source initiative for software, it has been using open source software in its vehicles for a while and now it is expanding its plans. The company has now created a processor for its engineers to create and submite software to the GitHub development platform. Porsche […](Read More ...)The post Porsche unveils new open source initiative appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

The Best iPhone 13 Deals—and Which Model to Pick

24-09-2021 13:00 via wired.com

Get those Apple Wallets ready. From the Mini to the Pro Max, we break down all your options.

How to Switch iPhones Without Losing a Thing

24-09-2021 13:00 via wired.com

Everything you need to know to successfully transfer your contacts, music, photos, and apps from one iOS device to another.

Deals: HotSpot Shield VPN Premium 3-Yr Subscription, save 80%

24-09-2021 13:00 via feedproxy.google.com

We have an awesome deal for our readers on the HotSpot Shield VPN Premium 3-Yr Subscription in the Geeky Gadgets Deals store this week. The HotSpot Shield VPN Premium 3-Yr Subscription is available in our deals store for $89.99. thats a saving of 80% of the normal price. Hotspot Shield is the #1 VPN for […](Read More ...)The post Deals: HotSpot Shield VPN Premium 3-Yr Subscription, save 80% appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Sharkoon SKILLER SGK3 mechanical keyboard with Kailh switches €70

24-09-2021 12:46 via feedproxy.google.com

Sharkoon has this week introduced its new mechanical keyboard equipped with Kailh switches in the form of the Sharkoon SKILLER SGK3 which can be equipped with a choice of different switches depending on your preferences. Read, blue or brown switches are available providing different tactile functionality and responsiveness in order to suit the individual needs […](Read More ...)The post Sharkoon SKILLER SGK3 mechanical keyboard with Kailh switches €70 appeared first on Geeky Gadgets

SuperBase Pro IoT 2,000w portable power station with fast charge and 14 outputs

24-09-2021 12:36 via feedproxy.google.com

SuperBase Pro is a new fast charging “Internet of Things” power station created by the engineers at Zendure, the portable 2,000 watt power system has already raised over $750,000 via Indiegogo thanks to nearly 500 backers with still 23 days remaining. The compact portable power station is equipped with 4G Internet of Things features and […](Read More ...)The post SuperBase Pro IoT 2,000w portable power station with fast charge and 14 outputs appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Twitter Appointed Officers in Compliance With New IT Rules, Centre Tells Delhi High Court

24-09-2021 12:35

Twitter has appointed Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), Resident Grievance Officer (RGO), and Nodal Contact Person in compliance with the new IT Rules, the centre has informed the Delhi High Court.

BMW 4 Series Convertible is getting three new models

24-09-2021 12:31 via feedproxy.google.com

BMW has announced that it is adding three new drive variants to its BMW 4 Series Convertible range, the new models will be available in November. This will include two new BMW M models and a new all wheel drive model of the 4 Series Convertible, more details below. The combination of sporty performance and […](Read More ...)The post BMW 4 Series Convertible is getting three new models appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Moto G Pure, Moto E40 Renders Surface Online; Specifications Tipped

24-09-2021 12:22

Moto E40 is said to come with Android 11 (Go edition) and feature a 4,000mAh battery with 10W charging support. Moto G Pure is tipped to have a fingerprint scanner, a waterdrop-style notch display, and a vertical dual rear camera setup.

Sea of Thieves Season 4 pirate adventure game update released

24-09-2021 12:21 via feedproxy.google.com

Sea of Thieves Season Four officially launched this week September 23rd 2021 and is now available for free to all pirates with Xbox Game Pass and across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10 and Steam. Adventures in the latest update to the pirate game invite you to Dive into the Sunken Kingdom to solve […](Read More ...)The post Sea of Thieves Season 4 pirate adventure game update released appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Huawei 2021 Smartphone Revenue to Drop by at Least $30 Billion–$40 Billion: Rotating Chairman Eric Xu

24-09-2021 12:16

Huawei will see revenue from its smartphone business drop by at least $30 billion (roughly Rs. 2,21,140 crores -40 billion (roughly Rs. 2,94,860 crores) this year as the company continues to grapple with US restrictions on its supply chain, rotating chairman Eric Xu said.

Realme V11s 5G smartphone gets official

24-09-2021 12:14 via feedproxy.google.com

Realme has launched a new Android Smartphone, the Realme V11s 5G, the handset is launch in China and it gets a number of upgrades over the previous handset. The Realme V11s 5G comes with a Dimensity 810 mobile processor and 4GB or 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, there is also a microSD card […](Read More ...)The post Realme V11s 5G smartphone gets official appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

New Raspberry Pi Handbook 2022 now available

24-09-2021 12:06 via feedproxy.google.com

Raspberry Pi enthusiasts or those of you looking to learn more about the awesome range of mini PC systems that can be used to build a huge variety of different projects, applications and computer systems. May be interested to know that the official Raspberry Pi 2022 Handbook is now available to purchase offering over 200 […](Read More ...)The post New Raspberry Pi Handbook 2022 now available appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

First Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ cars ready for delivery

24-09-2021 12:06 via feedproxy.google.com

Bugatti has announced that the first eight cars of their Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ are now ready for delivery to their customers. There are only 30 cars being built in total and now 8 have been completed, the car is capable of speeds over 300 miles per hour. When the Chiron Super Sport 300+ […](Read More ...)The post First Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ cars ready for delivery appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Nokia G50 smartphone up for pre-order in the US

24-09-2021 11:58 via feedproxy.google.com

The Nokia G50 was made official earlier this week, the handset is already available in the UK and now it is available to pre-order in the USA. The G50 will retail for $299.99 in the USA and pre-orders have started ahead of its launch in the 8th of October. As a reminder the handset comes […](Read More ...)The post Nokia G50 smartphone up for pre-order in the US appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Learn how to build conversational AI applications with NVIDIA

24-09-2021 11:53 via feedproxy.google.com

Anyone interested in building conversational artificial intelligence AI applications may be interested to know that NVIDIA will be hosting a webinar with live Q&A at 10 am PDT on Oct. 14 as a part of the Emerging Chapters Educational Series. The series is an education and technical enablement program targeting developer communities in emerging markets. […](Read More ...)The post Learn how to build conversational AI applications with NVIDIA appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Razer Kaira X gaming headset, Wolverine V2 White controller and Charging Dock

24-09-2021 11:36 via feedproxy.google.com

Razer has unveiled 3 new addition to its range of gaming accessories announcing the launch of the new Razer Kaira X gaming headset, a white edition of its Wolverine V2 games controller and a matching controller charging dock which is available in white as well as other colors already in the range such as black, […](Read More ...)The post Razer Kaira X gaming headset, Wolverine V2 White controller and Charging Dock appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Apple’s iOS 15 causing issue with Siri AirPods Pro controls

24-09-2021 11:34 via feedproxy.google.com

Apple recently released their iOS 15 software update and now we have details on a possible issue with the update related to their AirPods Pro. Some users of the AirPods Pro have reported an issue related to Siri and control of the headphones since they updated to the iOS 15 software update. Some users are […](Read More ...)The post Apple’s iOS 15 causing issue with Siri AirPods Pro controls appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Google Calls India Watchdog 'Habitual Offender' in Court Tussle Over Probe Leak

24-09-2021 11:31

Google accused India's antitrust regulator in court of being a "habitual offender" by leaking confidential information of cases it was examining, an accusation the watchdog rejected.

PlayStation 5 Death Stranding Director’s Cut technical review

24-09-2021 11:22 via feedproxy.google.com

Digital Foundry has wasted no time putting the new PlayStation 5 Death Stranding Director’s Cut through its paces and publishing a technical review via YouTube for your viewing pleasure. Providing a glimpse at what you can expect from the latest release from Kojima Productions. The new Death Stranding Director’s Cut for the PlayStation is available […](Read More ...)The post PlayStation 5 Death Stranding Director’s Cut technical review appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Apple’s iPhone 13 smartphones launch worldwide

24-09-2021 11:12 via feedproxy.google.com

Apple has launched its new iPhone 13 smartphones worldwide, the handsets have gone on sale in a number of countries today. There are four models in the range, the 13 and 13 Mini and the 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max, prices for the handsets start at $699. Apple Store locations, as well as Apple’s […](Read More ...)The post Apple’s iPhone 13 smartphones launch worldwide appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

DuraFlex tablet stand and arm let’s you view your screen from any angle

24-09-2021 11:10 via feedproxy.google.com

Tablet users searching for a versatile way to position their tablet screen to watch media hands-free may be interested in a new tablet stand and arm mount aptly named the DuraFlex. Launched via Kickstarter the easily positionable tablet arm can be fixed to the side of your bed, edges of tables and can be easily […](Read More ...)The post DuraFlex tablet stand and arm let’s you view your screen from any angle appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Elon Musk Says 'Super Important for Doge Fees to Drop' in Response to AMC Accepting Dogecoin

24-09-2021 11:09

Elon Musk's interest in Dogecoin is no secret. In fact, he had even declared that he wants to put the cryptocurrency on the Moon. Now, Musk had presented another take on Dogecoin, sending ripples across Twitter. The SpaceX and Tesla founder has declared on the microblogging site that the Dogecoin handling fees should be reduced to make purchases such as movie tickets ...

More details about the 14 inch and 16 inch MacBook Pro’s revealed

24-09-2021 11:05 via feedproxy.google.com

We are expecting the new 14 inch and 16 inch MacBook Pro notebooks some time next month and now we have some more details about the new notebooks. Apple recently released macOS 12 Monterey beta 7 and this release has revealed some information about these new notebook. The new beta has reveled what resolutions the […](Read More ...)The post More details about the 14 inch and 16 inch MacBook Pro’s revealed appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Uber Eats Will Let You Search For Food Using Emojis

24-09-2021 10:58 via feedproxy.google.com

Have you ever opened up a food delivery app and spent an hour trying to decide what to eat? It happens. With so many restaurants at your fingertips, we have a lot of choice. However, the next time you’re trying to decide, maybe tr inserting an emoji to help in Uber Eats to recommend some […](Read More ...)The post Uber Eats Will Let You Search For Food Using Emojis appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

Sony Bravia XR Master Series 85Z9J 85-Inch 8K LED TV Launched in India at Rs. 12,99,990

24-09-2021 10:53

Sony Bravia XR Master Series 85Z9J 85-inch 8K LED TV has been launched in India, priced at Rs. 12,99,990. The television runs on Android TV and supports HDR up to the Dolby Vision format.

Xiaomi TWS 3 Pro With ANC Feature to Launch on September 27 Alongside Civi Smartphone

24-09-2021 10:52

Xiaomi TWS 3 Pro will be launched in China on September 27, a new teaser reveals. These earbuds will come with ANC support with noise reduction up to 40dB. It is seen to have an in-ear design with a slight stem at the bottom. The Xiaomi Civi smartphone will also be launched alongside.