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Ban appoints governing body of 'technology bank' for least developed nations
UN News Centre
26 May 2016 – Ahead of a major United Nations conference on priorities for the world's least development countries (LDCs), Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has announced the appointment of members to a governing council that will provide support towards ...and more »

OnePlus 3 gets certified in China, equipped with 5.5-inch AMOLED display and Snapdragon 820 processor (Source: TENAA)
OnePlus 3 is likely to launch on June 14 and the company has already announced its plan for a VR launch. Now, a leaked certification has confirmed the complete specifications of the device.
A listing on TENAA, the Chinese smartphone cerification site confirms the metal unibody design and flagships specifications. OnePlus 3 will feature a 5.5-inch Full HD AMOLED display and will

According to the survey, 66 per cent of Facebook users get news on the site, as did 59 per cent of Twitter users and seven of 10 users of Reddit. (Reuters) Social networks are an increasingly important news source for many Americans, with Facebook leading the pack, a study showed today.
The Pew Research Center survey showed 62 per cent of US adults get news on social media, and 18 per cent do so often.
That shows a growing role for social media as a news source. In 2012, based on a slightly dif

Panasonic Eluga A2 has a 5-inch display, 1 GHz quad-core processor, 3GB RAM+16GB storage space, expandable to 128GB.
Panasonic on Thursday launched the Eluga A2 smartphone with a 4000 mAh battery and priced at Rs 9,490.
The Eluga A2 has a 5-inch display, 1 GHz quad-core processor, 3GB RAM+16GB storage space, expandable to 128GB. Eluga A2 has metal frames on the side, a removable back cover ( battery is not removable) and an eight megapixel rear camera plus a five megapixel front camera.
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Panasonic Eluga A2 has a 5-inch display, 1 GHz quad-core processor, 3GB RAM+16GB storage space, expandable to 128GB.
Panasonic on Thursday launched the Eluga A2 smartphone with a 4000 mAh battery and priced at Rs 9,490.
The Eluga A2 has a 5-inch display, 1 GHz quad-core processor, 3GB RAM+16GB storage space, expandable to 128GB. Eluga A2 has metal frames on the side, a removable back cover ( battery is not removable) and an eight megapixel rear camera plus a five megapixel front camera.
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NPR
Report: US Nuclear System Relies On Outdated Technology Such As Floppy Disks
NPR
The U.S. nuclear weapons system still runs on a 1970s-era computing system that uses 8-inch floppy disks, according to a newly released report from the Government Accountability Office. That's right. It relies on memory storage that hasn't been ...
US nuclear arsenal controlled by 1970s computers with 8in floppy disksThe Guardian
1970s Computers and Floppy Disks: US Nukes Run on Archaic TechnologySputnik Intern

Taiwanese multinational manufacturer of smartphones and tablets HTC on Thursday announced the launch of its much awaited flagship devices in India- the HTC 10 and HTC 10 Lifestyle.
The HTC 10 would come in two colour variants of carbon grey and Topaz Gold. The smartphone would be available for sale from June 5 at Rs. 52,990.
The company also announced the launched of HTC One X9, the Desire 628 Dual SIM, Desire 630, Desire 825, and Desire 830 smartphones.
Speaking to ANI in an exclusive interview

The company has spent some time designing it, even though the bright yellow coloured charger and other accessories are a bit odd
UE Boom 2 is the successor to the UE Boom speaker by Ultimate Ears and comes in multiple colourful options like the UE Roll. UE Boom 2 is also waterproof like the UE Roll and the long cylindrical design might remind one of a more attractive JBL Flip. Ultimate Ears says this one is snow-proof as well, but of course, there’s no way to confirm that in Delhi.
The UE

Reach Mobiles’ Cogent+ is the easiest entry point to a 3G-enabled smartphone at a price point of Rs 3,000
Reach Mobiles has announced its latest smartphone, Cogent+ exclusively on ShopClues. The budget smartphone is priced at Rs 2,999 and supports 3G network.
Reach Mobiles’ Cogent+ features a 4-inch display with a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels. The smartphone runs on Android 5.1 and is backed by a 2000mAh non-removable battery. Reach Mobiles’ Cogent+ is 9.7mm thick and weighs

Panasonic Eluga A2 has a 5-inch display, 1 GHz quad-core processor, 3GB RAM+16GB storage space, expandable to 128GB.
Panasonic on Thursday launched the Eluga A2 smartphone with a 4000 mAh battery and priced at Rs 9,490.
The Eluga A2 has a 5-inch display, 1 GHz quad-core processor, 3GB RAM+16GB storage space, expandable to 128GB. Eluga A2 has metal frames on the side, a removable back cover ( battery is not removable) and an eight megapixel rear camera plus a five megapixel front camera.
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OnePlus 3 gets certified in China, equipped with 5.5-inch AMOLED display and Snapdragon 820 processor (Source: TENAA)
OnePlus 3 is likely to launch on June 14 and the company has already announced its plan for a VR launch. Now, a leaked certification has confirmed the complete specifications of the device.
A listing on TENAA, the Chinese smartphone cerification site confirms the metal unibody design and flagships specifications. OnePlus 3 will feature a 5.5-inch Full HD AMOLED display and will

With HTC 10, the company admits, caters to users who don’t mind spending on a unique device — in other words, an expensive smartphone.
After a couple of slow quarters, HTC is trying to make a comeback of sorts in the Indian market with six new smartphones priced between Rs 13,990 and Rs 52,9990. While HTC has for some time been eyeing the mid-budget segment in India, it seems to be banking once again on its core, the high-end users. With HTC 10, the company admits, caters to users w

LG G5 is the first smartphone to feature modular swappable battery tray (Source: Nandagopal Rajan)
LG has confirmed it will be launching its 2016 flagship smartphone, G5 on June 1. The smartphone has been available for pre-order from May 21. The pre-order available exclusively on Flipkart ends on May 30.
LG G5 is the first flagship from Korean company to feature metal unibody design. The smartphone is one of the most unique looking smartphone ever launched with a slide-out battery tray.
LG says

India’s first and largest managed marketplace ShopClues has unveiled the latest offering from the company, the Reach Mobiles Cogent+ priced at Rs 2,999. The new ‘Cogent+’ smartphone gives users an inimitable array of specifications in its category and supports 3G network.
Reach Mobiles Cogent+ is powered by a 1.3GHz quad-core processor and comes with 1GB of RAM. The phone packs 8GB of internal storage that can be expanded up to 32GB via a microSD card. As far as the cameras are

In a first, scientists have integrated a solar cell and a nanogenerator that can convert wind energy into electricity in a single device that may power the ‘Internet of Things’. (Reuters) In a first, scientists have integrated a solar cell and a nanogenerator that can convert wind energy into electricity in a single device that may power the ‘Internet of Things’.
The ‘Internet of Things’ could make cities “smarter” by connecting an extensive netwo

HTC 10 has been launched at a price of Rs 52,990 in India and here are the key specs.
HTC 10 smartphone has been launched in India, at a price of Rs 52,990. The company has also launched five more phones, the new HTC Desire 628 starting at Rs 13,990, and HTC One X9 dual-SIM smartphone at Rs 25,990. HTC Desire 825 will cost Rs 18,990 and goes on sale in June.
HTC 10 will go on sale from June 6, while HTC One X9 will go on sale from June 20.  HTC 10 was globally unveiled in April, and is the

HTC 10 has been launched at a price of Rs 52,990 in India and here are the key specs.
HTC 10 smartphone has been launched in India, at a price of Rs 52,990. The company has also launched five more phones, the new HTC Desire 628 starting at Rs 13,990, and HTC One X9 dual-SIM smartphone at Rs 25,990. HTC Desire 825 will cost Rs 18,990 and goes on sale in June.
HTC 10 will go on sale from June 6, while HTC One X9 will go on sale from June 20.  HTC 10 was globally unveiled in April, and is the

Taiwanese handset maker HTC is betting big on 4G in India, lining up devices across price points, as part of its efforts to strengthen position in the domestic market. (Reuters) Taiwanese handset maker HTC is betting big on 4G in India, lining up devices across price points, as part of its efforts to strengthen position in the domestic market.The company today launched a slew of smartphones here priced Rs 13,990 onwards and also unveiled its flagship — HTC 10 for Rs 52,990.“We didn&r

Reliance LYF Flame 3 is an entry level 4G smartphone with 512MB RAM and 4GB internal storage
Reliance Retail might launch its budget 4G LTE smartphone, LYF Flame 3 soon at Rs 3,999. The device has been listed on online retailer’s site ahead of official announcement.
Reliance LYF Flame 3 features a 4-inch display with a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels. Under the hood, the smartphone has a 512MB RAM, 4GB internal memory expandable up to 32GB. The smartphone is powered by a 1.5GHz quad-core p

LG G5 is the first smartphone to feature modular swappable battery tray (Source: Nandagopal Rajan)
LG has confirmed it will be launching its 2016 flagship smartphone, G5 on June 1. The smartphone has been available for pre-order from May 21. The pre-order available exclusively on Flipkart ends on May 30.
LG G5 is the first flagship from Korean company to feature metal unibody design. The smartphone is one of the most unique looking smartphone ever launched with a slide-out battery tray.
LG says

HTC 10 has been launched at a price of Rs 52,990 in India and here are the key specs.
HTC 10 smartphone has been launched in India, at a price of Rs 52,990. The company has also launched five more phones, the new HTC Desire 628 starting at Rs 13,990, and HTC One X9 dual-SIM smartphone at Rs 25,990. HTC Desire 825 will cost Rs 18,990 and goes on sale in June.
HTC 10 will go on sale from June 6, while HTC One X9 will go on sale from June 20.  HTC 10 was globally unveiled in April, and is the

Apple is investigating how to charge electric cars, talking to charging station companies. Apple Store image used for representational purposes. (Source: Reuters)
Apple Inc is investigating how to charge electric cars, talking to charging station companies and hiring engineers with expertise in the area, according to people familiar with the matter and a review of LinkedIn profiles.
For more than a year, Silicon Valley has been buzzing about Apple’s plan to build an electric car. Now the

RoBoHon is a smartphone from Sharp in the shape of a Robot.
RoBoHon, a concept smartphone by Sharp, which looks like a robot has gone on sale in Japan at a starting price of 198,000 yen ($1,800).
Sharp says it is a “phone you have never seen before… a phone in human shape.” The smartphone which looks like a Robot toy lets users check emails and other text on a screen at its back.
But it can also walk up to you when there is an incoming call, it can remind you of an important

RoBoHon is a smartphone from Sharp in the shape of a Robot.
RoBoHon, a concept smartphone by Sharp, which looks like a robot has gone on sale in Japan at a starting price of 198,000 yen ($1,800).
Sharp says it is a “phone you have never seen before… a phone in human shape.” The smartphone which looks like a Robot toy lets users check emails and other text on a screen at its back.
But it can also walk up to you when there is an incoming call, it can remind you of an important

WhatsApp Gold is not a real app, and users should not click on the link. (Source: Reuters)
Is there a special version of WhatsApp that celebrities are using? A WhatsApp Gold version where you might befriend a movie star? An invite-only club with special features? If you’ve got such a message this month, it is best to ignore, because there’s no such thing as WhatsApp Gold.
WhatsApp scams are pretty common, and the latest one is called WhatsApp Gold. This one promises entry into an ex

WhatsApp Gold is not a real app, and users should not click on the link. (Source: Reuters)
Is there a special version of WhatsApp that celebrities are using? A WhatsApp Gold version where you might befriend a movie star? An invite-only club with special features? If you’ve got such a message this month, it is best to ignore, because there’s no such thing as WhatsApp Gold.
WhatsApp scams are pretty common, and the latest one is called WhatsApp Gold. This one promises entry into an ex

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is without doubt among the most connected politicians in the world. From Facebook to Twitter and LinkedIn, he commands huge follower bases, often second only to US President Barack Obama. The Prime Minister, who used his social clout to good effect during the elections, has been tapping on new media platforms to improve the outreach of his government and be connected with the people. As Modi said during a Town Hall at the Facebook headquarters in California, he faces

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is without doubt among the most connected politicians in the world. From Facebook to Twitter and LinkedIn, he commands huge follower bases, often second only to US President Barack Obama. The Prime Minister, who used his social clout to good effect during the elections, has been tapping on new media platforms to improve the outreach of his government and be connected with the people. As Modi said during a Town Hall at the Facebook headquarters in California, he faces

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is without doubt among the most connected politicians in the world. From Facebook to Twitter and LinkedIn, he commands huge follower bases, often second only to US President Barack Obama. The Prime Minister, who used his social clout to good effect during the elections, has been tapping on new media platforms to improve the outreach of his government and be connected with the people. As Modi said during a Town Hall at the Facebook headquarters in California, he faces

“Brazil has significantly poorer performance than the other countries included in the study,” the study said. (Reuters) Companies based in Brazil scored “significantly poorer” in aggregate on a variety of cyber security indicators than those based in other major world economies, such as the United States and China, according to a report released on Thursday.
The study, from Massachusetts-based security ratings company BitSight, found that Brazilian companies underperform

Building on the momentum of its “Ek Kadam Unnati Ki Aur” initiative to accelerate access to technology in non-urban India, Intel India e-launched its latest “Unnati Kendra at Common Service Centre” (UK at CSC) in Karnal, the first in Haryana. (Reuters) Intel India on Thursday announced three innovative initiatives to strengthen its support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Digital India programme.
It launched three projects designed to accelerate digital literacy

WhatsApp Gold is not a real app, and users should not click on the link. (Source: Reuters)
Is there a special version of WhatsApp that celebrities are using? A WhatsApp Gold version where you might befriend a movie star? An invite-only club with special features? If you’ve gotten such a message this month, it is best to ignore this ‘invite’, because there’s no such thing as WhatsApp Gold.
WhatsApp scams are pretty common, and the latest one that appears to be going aroun

RoBoHon is a smartphone from Sharp in the shape of a Robot.
RoBoHon, a concept smartphone by Sharp, which looks like a robot has gone on sale in Japan at a starting price of 198,000 yen ($1,800).
Sharp says it is a “phone you have never seen before… a phone in human shape.” The smartphone which looks like a Robot toy lets users check emails and other text on a screen at its back.
But it can also walk up to you when there is an incoming call, it can remind you of an important

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is without doubt among the most connected politicians in the world. From Facebook to Twitter and LinkedIn, he commands huge follower bases, often second only to US President Barack Obama. The Prime Minister, who used his social clout to good effect during the elections, has been tapping on new media platforms to improve the outreach of his government and be connected with the people. As Modi said during a Town Hall at the Facebook headquarters in California, he faces

Lenovo Moto Z ‘MotoMods’ hint at a camera modular backplate and a pico projector module (Source: Evan Blass/Twitter)
Lenovo is rumoured to launch Moto Z series at its Tech World Conference on June 9. The device is likely to be the follow up to Moto X range.
According to rumours, Moto Z are likely to feature modular back plates and snap-on accessories. While LG’s 2016 flagship, G5 is a fully modular smartphone – Moto Z would more likely be a semi-modular phone.MotoMods pi

HTC 10 has been launched at a price of Rs 52,990 in India. and here are the key specs.
HTC 10 smartphone has been launched in India, at a price of Rs 52,990. The company has also launched five more phones, the new HTC Desire 628 starting at Rs 13,990, and HTC One X9 dual-SIM smartphone at Rs 25,990. HTC Desire 825 will cost Rs 18,990 and goes on sale in June.
HTC 10 will go on sale from June 6, while HTC One X9 will go on sale from June 20.  HTC 10 was globally unveiled in April, and is th

The results noted the evaluation of 20 popular apps for usability, including Google Drive, Skype, Doodle Poll, Gmail, Windows Hotmail, CoSketch and DropBox. (Reuters) A team of researchers has listed some web apps that help people work collaboratively and complete shared tasks online, often over long distances.
The results noted the evaluation of 20 popular apps for usability, including Google Drive, Skype, Doodle Poll, Gmail, Windows Hotmail, CoSketch and DropBox.
Lauren E. Marguileux and team

The Guardian
Guided missile technology being used by Australian bowlers in preparation for Ashes
The Guardian
Australian paceman Mitchell Starc and his fast bowling colleagues will launch their next Ashes campaign with the assistance of technology normally used in guided missiles. Photograph: Dave Hunt/AAP. Guardian sport. Wednesday 25 May 2016 20.46 EDT ...
Cricket Australia to train its bowlers using technology used for guided missilesFirstpost
Missile technology helps bowlers get an edg

“Our low-cost devices which come bundled with one year of free web access remain one of the only ways for many in India to access the internet,” said President and CEO DataWind, Suneet Singh Tuli. (Express Photo) The leader in delivering Internet access to emerging markets DataWind Inc. has yet again proved its leadership in the Indian Tablet sector by reporting sale of 34.2 percent out of all tablets in India during the first quarter of 2016.
According to a recent CMR report, Samsu