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• Review: Nintendo Switch OLED is a boon to handheld users but skippable as a home console update

  14-10-2021 19:37
  
  The new version of Nintendo’s hit Switch console is just different enough to justify itself, but hardly a must-buy for any of the millions who bought the launch version. With a bigger, brighter, and better screen, it’s a good choice for someone buying now who intends to use it mostly as a handheld — but if you’re planning or already using your Switch primarily as a stationary console, there pretty much no reason to upgrade. All the same, there will probably be a lot of un
  
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• WhatsApp Starts Rolling Out End-to-End Encrypted Cloud Backups for Android, iOS Users Worldwide

  14-10-2021 19:30
  
  WhatsApp on Thursday started rolling out end-to-end encryption for backups stored on Google Drive and iCloud. The update was announced last month and is now rolling out to Android and iOS users globally.
  
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• Regher Solar is ready to meet the new space industry’s demand for cheaper, better solar panels

  14-10-2021 18:02
  
  The math is pretty basic. How many satellites are going to go up over the next decade? How many solar panels will they need? And how many are being manufactured that fit the bill? Turns out the answers are: a lot, a hell of a lot, and not nearly enough. That’s where Regher Solar aims to make its mark, by bringing the cost of space-quality solar panels down by 90% while making an order of magnitude more of them.
  It’s not exactly a modest goal, but fortunately the science and market se
  
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• Oppo A54s Full Specifications, Renders Leaked, Tipped to Get MediaTek Helio G35 SoC, Triple Rear Cameras

  14-10-2021 16:02
  
  Oppo A54s is tipped to launch as the latest A-series smartphone from the company. Ahead of the official launch, the handset is spotted on a retailer site with specifications including a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display, a MediaTek Helio G35 octa-core processor, and a triple rear camera setup.
  
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• 17 Steaming-Hot Gift Ideas for Coffee Lovers

  14-10-2021 16:00 via wired.com
  
  We all know someone who puts too much time into their morning brew. Here's how to shop for them.
  
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• What is new in watchOS 8.1 Beta 4 (Video)

  14-10-2021 15:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple recently released watchOS 8.1 beta 4 to developers, now we get to have a look at the software in a new video. We are also expecting Apple to release this new beta of watchOS 8.1 to public beta testers some time soon. The video below from Half Man Half tech gives us a look […](Read More ...)The post What is new in watchOS 8.1 Beta 4 (Video) appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Spotify expands access to its in-car entertainment device ‘Car Thing’

  14-10-2021 15:36
  
  Spotify’s in-car entertainment system known as just “Car Thing,” launched this spring on an invite-only basis, is now becoming more broadly available. The company announced today Car Thing will become available to U.S. users who want to purchase the $79.99 device. Previously, Spotify had distributed the product for just the cost of shipping during its limited release testing period, noting that this was Spotify’s first hardware and it wanted to “get things right.&rd
  
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• GeIL POLARIS RGB 64GB DDR5 5600 MHz gaming memory kits

  14-10-2021 15:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  GeIL has this week introduced its new POLARIS RGB DDR5 gaming memory kits offering gamers the ability to install memory from 4800 MHz up to 5600 MHz at 1.1 V/1.25 V and available in capacities from 16GB up to 64GB depending on your needs. GeIL’s next-generation POLARIS RGB DDR5 has been created to deliver “unprecedented […](Read More ...)The post GeIL POLARIS RGB 64GB DDR5 5600 MHz gaming memory kits appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Nokia XR20 India Launch Confirmed, Pre-Bookings Commence October 20

  14-10-2021 15:21
  
  Nokia XR20 has been confirmed to launch in India soon via a tweet from the company. A comment on the tweet also mentions that pre-bookings for the smartphone will begin on October 20. The rugged smartphone was globally launched in July and its price starts at EUR 499 (roughly Rs. 43,600). The European model of Nokia XR20 is powered by a Snapdragon 480 SoC and its 6.67...
  
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• Google Maps Getting New Widget to Let Android Users Start Navigation Right From the Home Screen: Report

  14-10-2021 15:19
  
  Google Maps is reportedly getting a new widget that allows Android users to start navigation directly from their home screen. The new widget is said to have a search bar, shortcuts to nearby stores, and most visited locations.
  
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• Infinity3D conveyor belt 3D printer for small automated production runs

  14-10-2021 15:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Makers, hobbyists, engineers and developers looking for a convenient way to 3D print small production runs may be interested in the new Infinity3D conveyor belt 3D printer launched via Kickstarter. The autonomous 3D printer is capable of 3D printing designs one after another and the conveyor flatbed allows it to reject completed 3D prints to […](Read More ...)The post Infinity3D conveyor belt 3D printer for small automated production runs appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Apple releases tvOS 15.1 beta 4 to developers

  14-10-2021 15:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple has released tvOS 15.1 beta 4 to developers, this new beta comes at the same time as iOS 15.1 beta 4, iPadOS 15.1 beta 4, watch OS 8.1 beta 4 and macOS Monterey beta 10. So far the new tvOS 15.1 beta 4 has only been made available to developers it is also expected […](Read More ...)The post Apple releases tvOS 15.1 beta 4 to developers appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• The Back Bay Tempo 30 Are the Best Cheap Workout Buds

  14-10-2021 15:00 via wired.com
  
  These small, affordable buds make me feel bad about recommending any other workout headphones.
  
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• OLOR Coco compact desktop air purifier

  14-10-2021 14:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Researchers and engineers from OLOR Coco based in Vancouver Canada have created a compact desktop air purifier offering a lightweight portable air purification system that can also eliminate viruses and germs from the air in your vicinity. Specially priced early bird pledges are now available for the interesting project from roughly $151 or £112 (depending […](Read More ...)The post OLOR Coco compact desktop air purifier appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Crypto-Tennis: Davis Cup Organisers Team Up With Blockchain Provider Chiliz to Launch Fan Tokens

  14-10-2021 14:46
  
  By participating in interactive polls through the Socios.com app, $DAVIS Fan Tokens holders will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of initiatives.
  
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• Pinterest Co-Founder Evan Sharp Joins Former Apple Designer Jony Ive's Firm LoveFrom

  14-10-2021 14:43
  
  Pinterest said co-founder Evan Sharp is leaving the company to join LoveFrom, a firm led by Jony Ive, the designer of many iconic Apple products.
  
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• AstroBee Robots Will Help Astronauts With Their Chores on ISS

  14-10-2021 14:41
  
  NASA has introduced AstroBee robots to the world in a new post. These 'free-flying' robots help with the maintenance of the ISS and do chores that save astronauts time and energy.
  
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• Popular Budget Gaming Headphones Deals: Great Options to Check Out

  14-10-2021 14:26
  
  Gaming headphones have a stylish look and offer an immersive experience with high-quality audio. Here are a few popular budget options to check out.
  
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• Deals on Popular Premium Gaming Headsets on Sale Right Now

  14-10-2021 14:24
  
  Premium gaming headsets can completely transform the gaming experience by providing great sound output. If you've been looking to invest in a gaming headset, here are some options for you.
  
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• New Anker Soundcore Frames offer immersive listening

  14-10-2021 14:20 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Anker has introduced its newly upgraded Soundcore Frames designed to provide users with an immersive audio listening experience with a choice of multiple frame styles. Soundcore Frames features noise reducing microphones and can be easily paired with a phone, tablet or computer to take calls or participate in online meetings from anywhere. In addition, Soundcore […](Read More ...)The post New Anker Soundcore Frames offer immersive listening appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Popular Budget Laptops Deals on Sale Right Now

  14-10-2021 14:19
  
  If you seek decent performance from a laptop which doesn't burn a hole in your pocket, here are a few options that you might to look at.
  
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• Great Deals on Popular Mid-Range Laptops for Home and Office Use

  14-10-2021 14:14
  
  Mid-range laptops offer great performance and utility without burning a hole in your pockets. Here are a few popular options for your perusal.
  
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• SuperBase Pro portable power station passes $1,000,000 in funding

  14-10-2021 14:13 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  If you are in the market for a portable power station you might be interested to know that the SuperBase Pro currently on Indiegogo has raised more than $1 million thanks to over 700 backers and is now in its final week of funding with just 3 days remaining. The portable power station is capable […](Read More ...)The post SuperBase Pro portable power station passes $1,000,000 in funding appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Battlegrounds Mobile India Update 1.6.5 to Bring Runic Power, Virus Infection - Halloween Modes, More

  14-10-2021 14:13
  
  Battlegrounds Mobile India Update 1.6.5 will bring many new features to the battle royale game. The update will offer modes such as Metro Royale: Reunion, Runic Power, Survive till Dawn, Payload 2.0, and Virus Infection - Halloween. Alongside, the developers have also announced the Vikendi map as well. Furthermore, Krafton has banned over 81,000 accounts due to cheati...
  
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• Amazon Great Indian Festival 2021: Popular Phone Deals During the Sale

  14-10-2021 14:12
  
  Amazon Great Indian Festival 2021 sale is underway, and here are the popular phone deals that the festive season sale has for customers. The deals include discounts and offers on various models from companies including Apple, Samsung, and Xiaomi.
  
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• Apple has extended their AirPods Pro Repair Program

  14-10-2021 14:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple introduced an AirPods Pro repair program in October of 2020 which addressed issues that some users were having with their headphones. The issues were related to users having problems with static and crackling sounds when  using the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) feature. Apple launched a repair program for the issues last October and this […](Read More ...)The post Apple has extended their AirPods Pro Repair Program appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Fujifilm's New Instax Printer Cranks Out Big, Glorious Photos

  14-10-2021 14:00 via wired.com
  
  Fujifilm's latest standalone smart printer uses their largest instant film for bigger, better prints.
  
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• Jetpack MagSafe iPhone power bank features ultra-strong magnets

  14-10-2021 13:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple iPhone owners over just purchased the latest iPhone 13 or use the previous generation iPhone 12 may be interested in a new Magsafe iPhone power bank aptly named the Jetpack. Equipped with ultra-strong magnets the wireless charger is securely kept in place on the rear of your iPhone during charging and will not slip […](Read More ...)The post Jetpack MagSafe iPhone power bank features ultra-strong magnets appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Next-generation Ford Ranger spied in camouflage

  14-10-2021 13:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A spy photograph has surfaced on the Ranger6g forum that a member snapped that allegedly shows the next-generation Ford Ranger clad in camouflage. The vehicle’s front looks very similar to what we’ve seen on the Ford Maverick and gives Ford’s mid-size truck more truck-like styling. The image is allegedly of a 2023 Ranger, and other […](Read More ...)The post Next-generation Ford Ranger spied in camouflage appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• New Kärcher Electric Wipe Mop EWM 2 makes mopping easy

  14-10-2021 13:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Cleaning specialists Kärcher have this week introduced a new lightweight and convenient Electric Wipe Mop otherwise known as the EWM 2 featuring a dual tank system that allows the Electric Wipe Mop permanently wet the rollers from a fresh tank while the dirt is collected in the secondary waste tank. The easy-to-use mop has been […](Read More ...)The post New Kärcher Electric Wipe Mop EWM 2 makes mopping easy appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• OnePlus 9RT smartphone unveiled

  14-10-2021 13:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  We have been hearing rumors about the new OnePlus 9RT smartphone for some time and now the handset is official. The new OnePlus 9RT smartphone will come with a 6.62 inch AMOLED display that features a 20:9 aspect ratio and a Full HD+ resolution of 2,400 x 1080 pixels. The device is powered by a […](Read More ...)The post OnePlus 9RT smartphone unveiled appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• The Best Nintendo Switch Bundle Deals—and Which Model to Pick

  14-10-2021 13:00 via wired.com
  
  Looking to nab a Switch, Switch Lite, or related accessories? We've compiled everywhere you can potentially get them online.
  
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• Deals: Caddie View Stick, Control, & App, save 14%

  14-10-2021 13:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  We have a great deal for our readers on the Caddie View Stick, Control, & App in the Geeky Gadgets Deals store this week. The Caddie View Stick, Control, & App, normally retails for $69 and we have it in our deals store for $59.99, it comes in a choice of black, grey or white […](Read More ...)The post Deals: Caddie View Stick, Control, & App, save 14% appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• PNY PS5 SSD upgrade expansion adds extra game storage

  14-10-2021 12:48 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Hardware manufacturer PNY has created and launched new PS5 SSD storage expansion and upgrade drives enabling PlayStation gamers to add up to 4 TB of additional storage while reducing your game and application load times and play games directly from your new SSD. The PNY XLR8 Gaming CS3140 and CS3040 M.2 NVMe drives exceed PlayStation […](Read More ...)The post PNY PS5 SSD upgrade expansion adds extra game storage appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Mercedes AMG One will launch in 2022

  14-10-2021 12:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Mercedes AMG One was unveiled back in September of 2018, the car was supposed to launch this year, although it was delayed slightly. Mercedes have now confirmed the the new Mercedes AMG One will be launching in 2022, the company will star production of the car next year. Future Mercedes-AMG ONE customers can now […](Read More ...)The post Mercedes AMG One will launch in 2022 appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Amazon, Google, Other Big Tech to Face Another Bipartisan Antitrust Bill in US

  14-10-2021 12:29
  
  A bipartisan group of lawmakers, headed by Senators Amy Klobuchar, a Democrat, and Republican Chuck Grassley, plan to introduce a bill that would bar Big Tech platforms, like Amazon and Google, from favouring their products and services.
  
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• Oppo K9s Specifications, Images Tipped via Retailer Listing Ahead of Launch

  14-10-2021 12:21
  
  Oppo appears to be planning the launch of a new smartphone called Oppo K9s. A Chinese retailer site has teased the arrival of the new handset in the Oppo K9 series. The smartphone is said to come with a triple rear camera, a Snapdragon 778G processor, and a 4,880mAh battery.
  
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• Amazon Found to Copy Products, Rig Search Results in India; Retailers Demand Probe, US Senator Urges Breakup

  14-10-2021 12:14
  
  Amazon copied products and rigged search results in India, a recent investigation showed. Following the report, US Senator Elizabeth Warren called for breaking up Amazon and Indian retailers demanded a government probe of the company.
  
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• Cryptocurrency: Miami Mayor Francis Suarez Wants City to Start Paying Public Employees in Bitcoin

  14-10-2021 11:44
  
  Suarez has said that Miami is planning to pay government employees in Bitcoin and also allow citizens to pay city taxes using the cryptocurrency.
  
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• Did Mars Ever Look Like Earth? NASA Scientist Answers

  14-10-2021 11:29
  
  Mars is quite similar to Earth, as per a NASA scientist. In a video interview, astrobiologoist Dr. Becky McCauley Rench said that the Red Planet wasn't as dry always, as we see it today. As per NASA's own website, “Mars, like Earth, has seasons, polar ice caps, volcanoes, canyons, and weather.”
  
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• Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G Awesome Mint Colour Option Launched in India for 8GB RAM Variant

  14-10-2021 11:18
  
  Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G's Awesome Mint colour option has been launched in India. The new colour option is only available in the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. Alongside, Samsung has announced an instant cashback of Rs. 6,000 for HDFC Bank credit and debit card holders.
  
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• Electric Vehicles in India: Businesses Seek Government Support to Meet 2030 Target

  14-10-2021 10:59
  
  Businesses in India are seeking government support to meet a target for at least 65 percent of all new vehicle sales to be electric by 2030, according to a CEO-led organisation of major companies worldwide which is leading the push.
  
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• Acer Chromebook Spin 514, Chromebook 515, Chromebook Spin 314, Chromebook 514 Launched

  14-10-2021 10:50
  
  Acer unveiled four new Chromebooks at its next@acer global event on Wednesday. Acer Chromebook Spin 514, Chromebook 515, Chromebook Spin 314, Chromebook 514 and are aimed at a variety of users including students, business professionals, and hybrid workers.
  
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• Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro Tipped to Receive 4 Major OS Updates, 5 Years of Security Patches

  14-10-2021 10:39
  
  Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will receive four major OS updates and five years of security patches, according to a tipster. Most Android manufacturers provide OS updates for at least two years and security patches for three years.
  
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• Acer Aspire Vero, TravelMate Vero, Veriton Vero Mini, More Eco-Friendly Products Launched

  14-10-2021 10:12
  
  Acer has announced several eco-friendly products for its Vero lineup. The new Vero series products include Acer Aspire Vero, Acer TravelMate Vero, Acer Veriton Vero Mini desktop, Acer Vero BR277 monitor, Acer Macaron Vero Mouse, Acer Vero Mousepad, and Acer Vero Ecosleeve. These products are manufactured using post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic and are shipped in re...
  
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• Foxtel launches Flash – a streaming service for 25 news channels

  14-10-2021 09:25 via techguide.com.au
  
  Foxtel has activated a brand new streaming service for those viewers who want to stay up with the latest news – it’s called Flash and it provides access to 25 of the most popular news channels.
  Streamotion, the company behind Kayo Sports and Binge, has applied a similar formula to the Kayo Sports service but instead of grouping all the sports channels in one service, Flash does the same thing with the news channels.
  Customers will have access to popular international news channels li
  
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• Dell Latitude 5430 Rugged, Latitude 7330 Rugged Extreme With 11th Gen Intel Processors, Windows 11 Launched

  14-10-2021 09:08
  
  Dell Latitude 5430 Rugged and Dell Latitude 7330 Rugged Extreme have been launched as the company’s latest rugged laptops. The new models in the Dell Latitude Rugged series come with Windows 11 and are powered by 11th-generation Intel Core processors.
  
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• Bitcoin Recovers From Blip to Trade at $58,000 as Ether, Polkadot Make Big Gains

  14-10-2021 08:54
  
  Bitcoin recovered from a minor fall on Tuesday to finish Wednesday's trade at a 3 percent gain, trading at above $58,000 (roughly Rs. 43,67,765).
  
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• Facebook May Face Fine of Up to EUR 36 Million in Ireland Over Privacy

  14-10-2021 08:50
  
  Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) has proposed fining Facebook up to EUR 36 million (roughly Rs. 310 crores) in one of more than a dozen probes it has opened into the social media giant, according to a draft decision published by the complainant.
  
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• Apple Warns of Cybercrime Risks if EU Forces It to Allow Others' Software

  14-10-2021 08:36
  
  Apple ramped up its criticism of EU draft rules that would force it to allow users to install software from outside its App Store, saying that would boost the risk of cybercriminals and malware.
  
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