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NASA begins testing electronic sail technology for deep space probes
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It took Voyager 1 over 30 years to reach interstellar space, but NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama is testing a new technology that could cut that time by two thirds. The Heliopause Electrostatic Rapid Transit System (HERTS) or ...
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The new model is the thinnest Kindle ever.
Kindle has announced the availability of its latest version, the Kindle Oasis in India. Priced at Rs 23,999, the new model is the thinnest Kindle ever and claims to have battery that will last months with its leather charging.
Other features include a high-resolution 300 ppi display with crisp, laser quality text and an enhanced built-in adjustable light that evenly illuminates the screen. Share This ArticleRelated ArticleAmazon Kindle Voyage Review: W

If you are a regular user of Facebook Messenger, you will be able to do everything from getting an appointment with your doctor to hailing a cab using the chatbot.
As of yesterday, Internet messaging crossed over into a new phase, a phase in which bots will be as much a part of the conversation as real people. As Facebook says in its blog, “bots can provide anything from automated subscription content like weather and traffic updates, to customized communications like receipts, shipping n

If you are a regular user of Facebook Messenger, you will be able to do everything from getting an appointment with your doctor to hailing a cab using the chatbot.
As of yesterday, Internet messaging crossed over into a new phase, a phase in which bots will be as much a part of the conversation as real people. As Facebook says in its blog, “bots can provide anything from automated subscription content like weather and traffic updates, to customized communications like receipts, shipping n

If you are a regular user of Facebook Messenger, you will be able to do everything from getting an appointment with your doctor to hailing a cab using the chatbot.
As of yesterday, Internet messaging crossed over into a new phase, a phase in which bots will be as much a part of the conversation as real people. As Facebook says in its blog, “bots can provide anything from automated subscription content like weather and traffic updates, to customized communications like receipts, shipping n

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Apple pushes first update to Safari Technology Preview
9 to 5 Mac
Apple has released its first update and second release to its Safari Technology Preview browser. The browser puts an emphasis on releasing stable, technology preview ready builds. With updates coming every two weeks, Apple is showing a commitment to ...
Apple Releases First Update to Safari Technology Preview BrowserMac Rumors
Apple releases first Safari Technology Preview update with Web Inspector, ES6 enhancemen

Micromax announced a new flagship smartphone series called Canvas 6, which will be priced at Rs 13,999 and will come in two SKUs — Canvas 6 with 3GB RAM and all metal body, and a Canvas 6 Pro with 4GB RAM.
Seeking to reboot its image, Micromax on Wednesday announced that it will launch 19 new devices, including LED TVs and tablets, in India this month. It also announced a new flagship smartphone series called Canvas 6, which will be priced at Rs 13,999 and will come in two SKUs — Ca

The new model is the thinnest Kindle ever.
Kindle has announced the availability of its latest version, the Kindle Oasis in India. Priced at Rs 23,999, the new model is the thinnest Kindle ever and claims to have battery that will last months with its leather charging.
Other features include a high-resolution 300 ppi display with crisp, laser quality text and an enhanced built-in adjustable light that evenly illuminates the screen. Share This ArticleRelated ArticleAmazon Kindle Voyage Review: W

If you are a regular user of Facebook Messenger, you will be able to do everything from getting an appointment with your doctor to hailing a cab using the chatbot.
As of yesterday, Internet messaging crossed over into a new phase, a phase in which bots will be as much a part of the conversation as real people. As Facebook says in its blog, “bots can provide anything from automated subscription content like weather and traffic updates, to customized communications like receipts, shipping n

Audio Technica ATH-M50xMG headphones have closed back 45 mm dynamic drivers.
Audio Technica launched ATH-M50xMG headphones, which is a limited-edition matte gray version of company’s ATH-M50x. Audio Technica has introduced gray cables and storage pouch to match the headphones.
Must Read: Audio-technica ATH-AX3 review: A real surprise package despite the build
Audio Technica ATH-M50xMG headphones have closed back 45 mm dynamic drivers. The device comes with black headband and ear pads

NPR
Technology Helps A Paralyzed Man Transform Thought Into Movement
NPR
Ian Burkhart, now 24, was paralyzed in 2010 after diving into a wave in shallow water. The accident left him with some arm movement but no use of his hands. Then, about two years ago, scientists in Ohio equipped Burkhart with a system that allowed him ...
Incredible 'thought control' technology helps paralysed patient play GUITAR HERO 6 years after suffering spinal injuryMirror.co.uk
'Thought control' technology helps para

Irish Examiner
New 'textalyser' technology being looked at in the US to clamp down on drivers who use their phone
Irish Examiner
Drivers who cause accidents when checking their phones on the road could soon be caught red handed, thanks to new technology being explored in the US. Legislators in New York are examining a form of a breathlyser for phones, which would allow police ...
'Textalyzer' Technology Takes Aim at Distracted DriversABC News
On Being Skeptical of 'Textalyzer' Technology t

The Kindle Oasis weighs 4.6 ounces and is 3.4 mm at its thinnest point. (Reuters) Global eCommerce giant Amazon has launched new Kindle ‘Oasis’, equipped with a longer battery life and weighs 20 per cent less than the previous generations, for Rs 23,999.
The eighth-generation of the popular e-reader is available for pre-order in India and will start shipping in the coming weeks.
“To lean back and read for hours, you need a sanctuary from distraction. We want Kindle to disappea

Micromax announced a new flagship smartphone series called Canvas 6, which will be priced at Rs 13,999 and will come in two SKUs — Canvas 6 with 3GB RAM and all metal body, and a Canvas 6 Pro with 4GB RAM.
Seeking to reboot its image, Micromax on Wednesday announced that it will launch 19 new devices, including LED TVs and tablets, in India this month. It also announced a new flagship smartphone series called Canvas 6, which will be priced at Rs 13,999 and will come in two SKUs — Ca

At the basic level, ‘Goals’ feature is just a way to refresh the app and give users a dramatic taste of machine intelligence and its immense possibilities. (Reuters) Google Calendar, which is turning 10 this year, has launched a feature called ‘Goals’ today that uses machine learning to automatically set aside time for self-betterment tasks like learning a new language or working out by telling the app what you want to do and relying on it to find a spot in your busy sch

Micromax is all set to launch new products and services at a corporate event in Gurgaon today. Micromax co-founder Rahul Sharma is expected to make at least 14-15 new announcements, which could be related to new devices or services.
Rahul Sharma, in an interview with Indianexpress.com had said that the company wants to become the biggest services company in India in the next couple of years. And thus, we can expect announcements on the same lines today. Follow our live blog for all the

CREO Mark 1 is based on Android but runs an operating system called Fuel OS which the company promises will update every month. (Source: Nandagopal Rajan)
There is a new smartphone company in town, one that promises to change your smartphone every month with software every month.
The CREO Mark 1, launched at Rs 19,999 is based on Android but runs an operating system called Fuel OS which the company promises will update every month. Each update will come with ratings from users and video walkthr

Twitter Moments’ partnership with SoundCloud will add a whole new audio dynamic to the experience.
If you are on Twitter, you can now share entire playlists or any other audio content on Moments feature as tweets with audio cards from audio sharing platform SoundCloud are now supported.
Twitter Moments’ partnership with SoundCloud will add a whole new audio dynamic to the experience, SoundCloud announced in a blog post on Tuesday.
“Millions of people following Twitter Moments

Micromax is all set to launch new products and services at a corporate event in Gurgaon today. Micromax co-founder Rahul Sharma is expected to make at least 14-15 new announcements, which could be related to new devices or services.
Rahul Sharma, in an interview with Indianexpress.com had said that the company wants to become the biggest services company in India in the next couple of years. And thus, we can expect announcements on the same lines today. Follow our live blog for all the

In India, though the percentage (19%) of Internet penetration is far low but in absolute values the country shows some astounding figures.
Both the Internet and the smartphone industry have seen sharp curves in distribution and consumption patterns in the past decade in India. In fact, both are observed to be mutually exclusive in this thriving digital era.
The telecom minister estimating India’s Internet users to shoot upto 50 crore users in next 5-8 months is a small piece of an entire

CREO Mark 1 is based on Android but runs an operating system called Fuel OS which the company promises will update every month. (Source: Nandagopal Rajan)
There is a new smartphone company in town, one that promises to change your smartphone every month with software every month.
The CREO Mark 1, launched at Rs 19,999 is based on Android but runs an operating system called Fuel OS which the company promises will update every month. Each update will come with ratings from users and video walkthr

Videocon Krypton V50DA, Videocon Krypton V50DC feature a host of sensors including a G-Sensor and a P-Sensor for accurate device operations. Videocon Krypton V50DA, Videocon Krypton V50DC smartphone launched today, priced at Rs 5999 and Rs 6099 respectively. Videocon Krypton V50DA, Videocon Krypton V50DC feature a host of sensors including a G-Sensor and a P-Sensor for accurate device operations.
Videocon Krypton V50DA smartphone features a life-like 5-inch WVGA Capacitive IPS Screen to watch v

If you are on Twitter, you can now share entire playlists or any other audio content on Moments feature as tweets with audio cards from audio sharing platform SoundCloud are now supported.
Twitter Moments’ partnership with SoundCloud will add a whole new audio dynamic to the experience, SoundCloud announced in a blog post on Tuesday.
“Millions of people following Twitter Moments might notice more music on the service. That’s because curators can now share entire playlists, or a

Xiaomi Mi 5 goes on sale today at the Mi.com India site. Here’s our review of the new flagship from Xiaomi.
Xiaomi Mi 5 is the company’s big attempt at going premium in the Indian smartphone market. This is their first phone that crosses the Rs 20,000 price tag (Rs 24,999 for 3GB+32GB storage) and is also the only phone in India shipping with the Qualcomm 820 processor as the Indian versions of S7, S7 edge come with Exynos, and the LG G5 has yet to launch in the market.
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Xiaomi Mi 5 is the new flagship device from the Chinese start-up and here’s our review.
Xiaomi Mi 5 is the company’s big attempt at going premium in the Indian smartphone market. This is their first phone that crosses the Rs 20,000 price tag (Rs 24,999 for 3GB+32GB storage) and is also the only phone in India shipping with the Qualcomm 820 processor as the Indian versions of S7, S7 edge come with Exynos, and the LG G5 has yet to launch in the market.
Xiaomi is telling consumers in In

Xiaomi Mi 5 is the new flagship device from the Chinese start-up and here’s our review.
Xiaomi Mi 5 is the company’s big attempt at going premium in the Indian smartphone market. This is their first phone that crosses the Rs 20,000 price tag (Rs 24,999 for 3GB+32GB storage) and is also the only phone in India shipping with the Qualcomm 820 processor as the Indian versions of S7, S7 edge come with Exynos, and the LG G5 has yet to launch in the market.
Xiaomi is telling consumers in In

Xiaomi Mi 5 is the new flagship device from the Chinese start-up and here’s our review.
Xiaomi Mi 5 is the company’s big attempt at going premium in the Indian smartphone market. This is their first phone that crosses the Rs 20,000 price tag (Rs 24,999 for 3GB+32GB storage) and is also the only phone in India shipping with the Qualcomm 820 processor as the Indian versions of S7, S7 edge come with Exynos, and the LG G5 has yet to launch in the market.
Xiaomi is telling consumers in In

Swiss global provider of personal computer and tablets accessories, Logitech International, has acquired audio device maker Jaybird for USD 50 million in cash.
The two companies announced the acquisition on Tuesday, the Verge reports.
The acquisition is centered largely around the growth of audio and music-listening products, an official statement from Logitech said.
Jaybird on the other hand said that the company would benefit from Logitech’s global distribution network.
“Jaybird wi