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• China Claims US CHIPS And Science Act Will Disrupt International Trade, Distort Global Semiconductor Supply Chains

  10-08-2022 23:02
  
  China has opposed the US CHIPS and Science Act, calling the $52 billion (roughly Rs. 4,11,300 crore) measure a threat to trade and an attack on Chinese business. The country criticised the newly passed act on Wednesday, saying parts of the law “restrict companies’ normal investment and economic and trade activities in China”.
  
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• Facebook Use Among US Teens Plunging; Use of TikTok, YouTube Rising, Survey Says

  10-08-2022 22:37
  
  Facebook could see a massive drop in US teens on the platform, according to a new survey. Data from a Pew survey of teens in the US suggests that they have left the Meta-owned platform in droves over the past seven years. Instead, they use YouTube and TikTok, as well as apps like Instagram and Snapchat, which remain popular among younger users in the US.
  
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• Gujarat Government Announces 'Drone Promotion and Usage Policy', Seeks to Create Employment

  10-08-2022 22:12
  
  The government of Gujarat on Wednesday announced a "Drone Promotion and Usage Policy" to promote the use of drones for operations and delivery of services to beneficiaries. It aims to create 25,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities and attract investment for development, operation and maintenance of drone services ecosystem in the state.
  
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• ISRO Completes LEM Test Ahead of Gaganyaan Project, Launches SPARK Virtual Space Museum: Details

  10-08-2022 21:38
  
  ISRO successfully completed test-firing of the Low Altitude Escape Motor (LEM) of crew escape system from Sriharikota spaceport, the space agency said on Wednesday. Meanwhile, a virtual space museum 'SPARK' was launched by ISRO Chairman S Somanath on Wednesday for public use.
  
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• Apple announces ‘Beats x Kim’ collab, but all I see is shapewear

  10-08-2022 21:29
  
  Apple and Kim Kardashian announced their first collaboration this week, taking the Beats Fit Pro wireless earbuds to new, nude-toned heights.In hues so neutral they could make even Sir Jony Ive blush, Apple said the buds will come in three flavors: “moon,” “dune” and “earth.” They’ll debut on Apple.com on August 16 and “in limited quantities” at some Apple Stores and third-party retailers the next day.If this collab tugs at your heart strings
  
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• Oppo Enco Air 2i TWS Earphones, Oppo Band 2 Launched: All Details

  10-08-2022 21:24
  
  Oppo has launched multiple wearables on Wednesday, August 10. Oppo Enco Air 2i TWS earphones and Oppo Band 2 fitness tracker are two of the products. The new Oppo earbuds are claimed to offer a combined playback time of 29 hours. The Oppo Band 2 has a rectangle-shaped dial, and it sports a 1.57-inch AMOLED display.
  
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• China Launches 16 New Satellites Into Orbit for Commercial Remote Sensing, Atmospheric Imaging: Report

  10-08-2022 21:20
  
  China launched 16 new satellites into space on Wednesday, according to a report. The new satellites, including Jilin 1 Gaofen 03D09 satellite and Yunyao 1 04-08, were launched by a Long March 6 carrier rocket which entered the planned orbit, according to the report.
  
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• Pegasus Spyware Creator NSO Group Has Large Presence in Europe With 22 Active Contracts: Report

  10-08-2022 20:48
  
  Pegasus spyware maker NSO Group has a large European presence, with at least 22 active contracts with 12 out of 27 members, according to a report by Ha'aretz. Representatives of the European Parliament Committee of Inquiry on Pegasus spyware recently visited Israel and learned from NSO personnel that the company has active contracts with 12 European Union members, as ...
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 Said to Get September Release in India: Details

  10-08-2022 20:11
  
  Samsung could sell its newly launched Galaxy Z Fold 4 smartphone in India in September, according to company sources cited by PTI. The company is yet to announce pricing for the Galaxy Z Fold 4 smartphone in India. The company also launched the Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro on Wednesday at its Galaxy Unpacked event.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Fold 4 Said to Get September Release in India: Details

  10-08-2022 20:11
  
  Samsung could sell its newly launched Galaxy Z Fold 4 smartphone in India in September, according to company sources cited by PTI. The company is yet to announce pricing for the Galaxy Z Fold 4 smartphone in India. The company also launched the Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro on Wednesday at its Galaxy Unpacked event.
  
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• Meta Portal owners can now use their devices as a second screen for PCs and Macs

  10-08-2022 20:03
  
  Portal, the beleaguered brand of smart displays released in 2018 by Meta (then Facebook), is reportedly slated for a phase-out as the company refocuses the product line on the enterprise. Ahead of the transition, Meta is releasing new features — perhaps some of the last for current owners, as the case may be — that turn Portal displays into a second screen for PCs and bring the video calling experience to Macs.
  Select Portal devices (specifically the second-gen Portal Plus and Portal
  
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• How to Play Netflix Games like Into the Breach and Krispee Street

  10-08-2022 20:03 via wired.com
  
  The streaming giant offers free mobile games to all subscribers. Here's how to find them—and what you should play first.
  
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• How to Play Games From Your Netflix Account

  10-08-2022 20:03 via wired.com
  
  The streaming giant offers free mobile games to all subscribers. Here’s how to find them—and what you should play first.
  
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• iPhone 14 Pro Series Likely to Cost More Than iPhone 13 Pro Series: Ming-Chi Kuo

  10-08-2022 19:37
  
  Apple iPhone 14 Pro series will likely cost more than its predecessor, according to an analyst. Hon Hai, or Foxconn, is one of the winners of the increased ASP for the iPhone 14 series. The analyst had recently also shared that the mass production of the upcoming iPhone models is unaffected by the tensions between China and Taiwan.
  
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• Foxconn Feels Sting of Fewer Smartphone Sales, Says Demand Slowing After Pandemic-Fuelled Boom

  10-08-2022 19:00
  
  Foxconn gave a cautious outlook for the currrent quarter after posting results that exceeded expectations, due to slowing smartphone demand after a pandemic-fuelled boom. The iPhone assembler said that rising inflation will only have a limited impact on mid- to high-end smartphone demand in the rest of the year.
  
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• RBI Issues Stringent Norms For Digital Lending Services, Apps Aimed at Curbing Malpractice

  10-08-2022 18:34
  
  The RBI has issued stringent norms for digital lending services and apps, as part of its attempts to curb malpractice in the sector. The central bank has mandated that digital loans must be credited directly in the bank accounts of borrowers and not through any third party, digital lending entities and not the borrowers should pay fees or charges payable to Lending Se...
  
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• RBI Issues Stringent Norms For Digital Lending Services Aimed at Curbing Malpractice

  10-08-2022 18:34
  
  The RBI has issued stringent norms for digital lending services and apps, as part of its attempts to curb malpractice in the sector. The central bank has mandated that digital loans must be credited directly in the bank accounts of borrowers and not through any third party, digital lending entities and not the borrowers should pay fees or charges payable to Lending Se...
  
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• Oppo Watch 3 Series With Snapdragon W5 SoC, up to 15 Days Battery Life Launched: All Details

  10-08-2022 18:13
  
  Oppo Watch 3 series was launched in China on Wednesday. The series includes Oppo Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro. Both the smartwatches are available in two colour options, and are powered by the recently launched Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 SoC. It is currently available for pre-order in China.
  
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• Oppo Watch 3 Series With Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 SoC, up to 15 Days Battery Life Launched: All Details

  10-08-2022 18:13
  
  Oppo Watch 3 series was launched in China on Wednesday. The series includes Oppo Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro. Both the smartwatches are available in two colour options, and are powered by the recently launched Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 SoC. It is currently available for pre-order in China.
  
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• Policybazaar Vulnerabilities Exposed Personal Details of Lakhs of Customers, Defence Personnel: Report

  10-08-2022 17:43
  
  Policybazaar vulnerabilities led to exposure of personal details of lakhs of its customers, including defence personnel, according to a research firm. CyberX9 said the designation of defence personnel, location of their posting and activities they are engaged in were exposed. Meanwhile, customer details such as Aadhaar Aadhaar and PAN card details as well as addresses...
  
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• Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 to Feature 5.4mm Body; Watch S1 Pro Launch Date Confirmed: All Details

  10-08-2022 17:04
  
  Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun has confirmed that the company’s upcoming foldable phone, Xiaomi Mix Fold 2, will be 5.4mm in thickness. In another post, the Jun also announced that the Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro will launch on August 11. The foldable phone could reportedly be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC.
  
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• Infinix Hot 12 India Launch Date Set for August 17, Key Specifications Revealed

  10-08-2022 16:18
  
  Infinix Hot 12 India launch date is set for August 17. It will sport a 6.8-inch HD+ display and will pack a 6,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging, the company confirmed on Wednesday. The Infinix Hot 12 will feature a triple rear camera unit led by a 50-megapixel main sensor.
  
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• OxygenOS 13 Open Beta 1 lands on the OnePlus 10 Pro

  10-08-2022 16:01 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  OnePlus has announced that it is releasing OxygenOS 13 Open Beta 1 for their OnePlus 10 Pro, the software is based on Android 13. This is the first beta release of Android 13 for the OnePlus 10 Pro and there are details on what is included in the release below. Today, we’re thrilled to release […]
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• Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Series With BioActive Sensor, Bigger Battery Launched: All Details

  10-08-2022 16:00
  
  Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 series has been launched by the South Korean tech giant during its Galaxy Unpacked 2022 event. The new smartwatch series includes, Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 (40mm) features three colour options. The smartwatch features a temperature sensor this time. The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro gets a Track Back feature.
  
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• iPhone 14 Mass Production, Shipment Schedule Unaffected by Geopolitics: Ming-Chi Kuo

  10-08-2022 16:00
  
  iPhone 14 mass production and shipment schedule is unaffected by the ongoing tension between China and Taiwan, as per analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. It was reported that a delay in iPhone 14 shipments could force Apple to postpone the September launch event.
  
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• Realme 9i 5G Front Panel Look With Water Drop Notch Leaked Ahead of India Launch

  10-08-2022 15:45
  
  The front panel design of the Realme 9i 5G has been seemingly leaked. It is depicted to sport a water drop notch. The smartphone is confirmed to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 810 5G SoC. It is scheduled to launch in India on August 18.
  
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• Thai Central Bank to Gain More Power in Crypto Regulation After Amendments to Current Digital Assets Law

  10-08-2022 15:43
  
  Thailand is reportedly planning to amend its law on digital assets to tighten the oversight of the crypto sector, particularly trading platforms offering the Thai central bank more power to oversee the sector.
  
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• Toshiba to Boost Sales With Clean Energy, Infrastructure, Data Services; Reports Rise in Quarterly Profits

  10-08-2022 15:25
  
  Toshiba reported a JPY 25.9 billion (roughly Rs. 1,540 crore) profit in the April-June quarter, up from JPY 18 billion (roughly Rs. 1,070 crore) a year ago, the company said on Wednesday. The Japanese firm is currently working on revamping its brand image and reassuring investors about its management, even as it is considering taking the company private.
  
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• Google Fiber Plans to Bring High-Speed Internet Service to Several US Cities

  10-08-2022 15:13
  
  Google Fiber has announced to bring introduce high-speed Internet service to multiple cities in the US in the first big expansion since it started as an independent Alphabet unit in 2015. Chief Executive Dinni Jain said his team is prepared to "add a little bit more build velocity" after over four years of sharpening operations.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 With 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity Flex Display, Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC Launched

  10-08-2022 15:11
  
  Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 was launched globally on Wednesday at a starting price of $1,799.99 (roughly Rs. 1,42,700). It comes with a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity Flex Display, Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, triple rear camera setup, and a 4,400mAh battery.
  
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• watchOS 9 public beta 3 released

  10-08-2022 15:03 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  As well as the new public beta of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16, Apple has also released a number of other new betas, this includes the new watchOS 9 public beta 3. We had watchOS 9 Beta 5 for developers earlier this week, this was released along with iOS 16 beta 5, iPadOS 16 beta […]
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• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 With Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, 3,700mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications

  10-08-2022 15:03
  
  Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 has been launched at the Galaxy Unpacked event today. The foldable handset is powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and features a dual rear camera setup and a 3,700mAh battery.
  
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• Tech Guide’s hands-on look at the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4

  10-08-2022 15:00 via techguide.com.au
  
  The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 are foldable smartphones that you can’t fully appreciate until you actually get them in your hands.
  It’s one thing to imagine what it’s like using a folding smartphone but something else altogether when you use one.The Galaxy Z Fold 4 and the Galaxy Z Flip 4 – the latest generation of Samsung’s foldables – are remarkable devices that take the smartphone experience in a whole new direction.
  Tech Guide went hands o
  
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• Smart mug maker Ember just spun out a life sciences company

  10-08-2022 15:00
  
  Ember’s first decade has been a journey. The Southern Californian startup first hit our (and most folks’) radar as a mug company. The company captured a fair bit of press attention with its high-end electronic mug designed to keep beverages a consistent temperature. Nichey? Sure. Mostly unnecessary? One could certainly make the case. But it was cool (or warm, I suppose) enough to garner a good bit of early adopter buzz.
  If February, the company outlined the beginnings of a surprising
  
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• Samsung’s new foldables arrive August 26

  10-08-2022 15:00
  
  Over the past year, Samsung recognized something we’d known all along: The clamshell form factor makes sense. It’s something those of us who are old enough to remember a pre-smartphone era are wired to appreciate. It’s small, it fits in your pocket, it opens up and gets bigger.
  That’s not to take away from the impressive bit of engineering that is the Galaxy Fold. It’s more that the current state of foldable production means that the “space saving” desig
  
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• Samsung offers new mobile experiences with Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 foldables

  10-08-2022 15:00 via techguide.com.au
  
  Samsung has unveiled its latest foldable smartphones – the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and the Galaxy Z Flip 4 – which expand the Galaxy family of devices in an exciting new direction.
  The company also announced the new Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro along with the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro earphones.
  Pre-orders for all the new Samsung devices kick off today before going on sale on September 2.
  Pricing for the Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 are the same as last year’s models.
  The new 4th generation of Sams
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Pro 2 feature a smaller design, improved sound

  10-08-2022 15:00
  
  Galaxy Buds have quietly been a great part of Samsung’s line. It’s a strange thing to say about anything coming from a company that’s generally anything but quiet, but its earbuds have long been among the industry’s best — with little or no fanfare. Perhaps it’s because they tend to be — as is certainly the case today — announced alongside a slew of bigger products.
  In fact, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro announcement was tacked onto a press release, sandwi
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro With 24-bit Hi-Fi Audio, Up to 29 Hours of Battery Life Launched: All Details

  10-08-2022 15:00
  
  The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro TWS earbuds were launched on Wednesday, at the company’s Galaxy Unpacked event. They come in Bora Purple, Graphite, and White colour options. These earbuds support Bluetooth v5.3 connectivity and support 24-bit Hi-Fi audio, according to the company.
  
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• Samsung ditches the physical bezel, picks up a Pro Model for the Galaxy Watch 5

  10-08-2022 15:00
  
  Samsung giveth and Samsung taketh away. The latest additions to the Galaxy Watch line present a bit of both. The headline on each side of that equation is the addition of a “Pro” version to the ever-evolving smartwatch lineup and the decision to, once again, drop the Galaxy Watch’s best and most unique feature, the spinning bezel.
  The Galaxy Watch 5 is the second wearable to sport the joint Wear OS/Tizen matchup that suddenly finds Google suddenly eking out significantly more m
  
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• Everything Samsung Announced at Galaxy Unpacked 2022

  10-08-2022 15:00 via wired.com
  
  Say hello to two new foldable phones, new smartwatches, and a new pair of wireless earbuds.
  
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• Rocket Debris From Space Launches Have 10 Percent Chance of Injuring Humans by Next Decade, Claims Study

  10-08-2022 14:55
  
  Rocket parts that are often left in orbit during space launches may have a six to 10 percent chance to injure or kill humans in the next decade, claims a study conducted by researchers at the University of British Columbia, Canada. If the leftover rocket parts have a low enough orbit, they can re-enter the atmosphere in an uncontrolled way.
  
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• Iran Dismisses US Claims of Launching Khayyam Satellite for Spying

  10-08-2022 14:36
  
  Iran has dismissed the US claims suggesting that the country launched Khayyam satellite with an intent to spy. According to the US, Russia's growing cooperation with Iran should be viewed as a "profound threat". Iran earlier said that Khayyam satellite is designed and built to meet the needs of the country in crisis and urban management, natural resources, mines, and ...
  
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• Shuttle XPC Barebone SW580R8 mini PC €483

  10-08-2022 14:23 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  Shuttle has introduced its new XPC Barebone SW580R8 mini PC this week based on the Intel W580 chipset as well as Intel Core processors of the 10th and 11th generation. The XPC SW580R8 also supports Intel Xeon W series processors making the mini PC perfect for VFX, 3D rendering, complex 3D CAD and AI development […]
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• Spotify Rolls Out Redesigned Home With Separate Music, Podcast Feeds on Android: All Details

  10-08-2022 14:10
  
  Spotify has announced a new update for its Android app with separate feeds for music and podcasts on the home page. The company is currently rolling out the update to Android users, and it will make its way to iOS devices later. The company claims that the separation of feeds will make browsing through content easier.
  
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• Ken Block Audi S1 e-tron quattro Hoonitron to appear at Monterey

  10-08-2022 14:01 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  Some of our readers will remember the Ken Block Audi S1 e-tron Quattro Hoonitron that was unveiled in December of last year, the car will be shown off at Monterey. Audi has revealed that the Ken Block Audi S1 e-tron Quattro will be shown off at the Monterey Car Week from the 17th to the […]
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• DoT Invites Application From Firms Willing to Set Up Private Telecom Network

  10-08-2022 13:59
  
  DoT has invited applications from enterprises willing to set up captive non-public networks, an official statement said. The private telecom network will undertake demand studies for direct assignment of spectrum to entities. The department has invited enterprises having net worth more than Rs. 100 crore and are willing to set up captive non-public networks by obtaini...
  
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• Samsung Galaxy A04s Reportedly Listed on Indonesia Telecom Site, Likely to Launch Soon

  10-08-2022 13:50
  
  The Samsung Galaxy A04s has been reportedly spotted on the Indonesia Telecom certification site. The smartphone is reportedly under production in India and could launch in September or October.
  
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• OUVOPO home automation switch makes your appliances smart

  10-08-2022 13:49 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  If you have home appliances or analogue or mechanical switches you would like to control remotely, you may be interested in a new smart switch called the OUVOPO. Using the companion phone application the remote switch allows you to press buttons that you would not normally be able to control remotely. Enabling you to add […]
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• OnePlus Ace Pro smartphone gets official

  10-08-2022 13:35 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  The OnePlus Ace Pro was supposed to launch earlier this month, but the launch event was delayed and it was made official yesterday. The handset is the Chinese version of the recently launched OnePlus 10T, it comes with some slightly different specifications. The new OnePlus Ace Pro comes with ColorOS 12.1 with Android 12 instead […]
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• German Crypto Bank Nuri Files for Insolvency Citing Unfavourable Market Conditions

  10-08-2022 13:34
  
  Nuri, a German startup crypto bank, yesterday evening announced that it had filed for insolvency after what it calls a “lasting strain” on its business liquidity due to “significant macroeconomic headwinds and the cooling down of public and private capital markets.”
  
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