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Zili app shut down: Why Xiaomi is killing off its TikTok rival
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Zili app shut down: Why Xiaomi is killing off its TikTok rival

Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi’s India business unit has gone through a rough patch in 2022 and it keeps growing. The company has shut down one of its consumer-oriented apps Zili. This popular TikTok-like short-form video app has more than 10 crore downloads on Google Play. The Xiaomi-owned social media platform has reportedly posted an in-app notice to announce its shutdown. According to a report by TechCrunch, Zili’s website is currently unavailable and the app is set to close its operation on March 13. The company’s notice said that the move was “due to an operational adjustment”. The app is allowing users to download and store their content offline. Zili users can also redeem their “Z-Points” reward points before the shutdown date. The company has reportedly confirmed that all user...
Air Fryer: Amazon handpicked deals: Up to 53% discount on air fryer from Morphy Richards, Xiaomi, Havells, Philips and others
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Air Fryer: Amazon handpicked deals: Up to 53% discount on air fryer from Morphy Richards, Xiaomi, Havells, Philips and others

Air fryers are a healthier alternative to traditional deep frying. It is considered as one of the modern cooking appliances as it consumes less amount of oil also depending on the food being cooked. Here are some handpicked deals on air fryers from brands including Morphy Richards, Philips, Xiaomi, Havells and Kent. Morphy Richards 5L Digital air fryer: Available at Rs 7,999 after 53% discountMorphy Richards 5L Digital air fryer has digital controls and comes with 8 preset menus. It has a dual fan technology for efficient heat circulation and has adjustable time and temperature control.Havells Air Fryer Prolife Crystal: Available at Rs 8,599 after 49% discountHavells Air Fryer Prolife Crystal features a touch control panel and has an LED indicator. It also has 8 pre-set menu options wit...
Gmail for Android is getting an update for foldables
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Gmail for Android is getting an update for foldables

Android as an operating system isn’t known for functioning well on bigger screen devices and the main reason behind that is the unoptimised apps. The Android 12L update changed things a little bit by adding a 2-pane view for most first party apps, including Gmail. Now, Gmail for Android is getting another design update for foldable devices. In an official Google Workspace Update blogspot, Google has confirmed that Gmail and Google Meet have already supported 2-pane view on foldables and now this includes the Chat tab in the Gmail app as well. Gmail for Android on foldables is getting minor design updateThe 2-pane view in Gmail is similar to what we’ve already seen on tablets. The left side shows all the emails, while the right side opens up the email with the full body and attachments. ...
Ericsson layoffs: Biggest telecom industry layoffs: Ericsson to cut 8500 jobs worldwide, CEO memo to staff |
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Ericsson layoffs: Biggest telecom industry layoffs: Ericsson to cut 8500 jobs worldwide, CEO memo to staff |

Telecom equipment maker Ericsson will lay off 8,500 employees globally as part of its plan to cut costs, a memo sent to employees and seen by news agency Reuters said. The job cuts at Ericsson are the largest layoffs to hit the telecom industry this year so far. The company is seeking cost reductions at a run-rate of 9 billion Swedish kronor, or about $860 million, by the end of 2023. This $860 million cost-saving plan was announced in December 2022.Earlier this week, the company, which has more than 105,000 employees worldwide, announced plans to cut about 1,400 jobs in Sweden. The Swedish company has said that most of the layoffs would be implemented in the first half of 2023 and the rest in 2024. While Ericsson did not disclose which geography would be most affected, some analysts ha...
Facebook rolls out new AL language model, LLaMA: What is it, how is it different from ChatGPT and more
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Facebook rolls out new AL language model, LLaMA: What is it, how is it different from ChatGPT and more

Meta, Facebook’s parent company, continues to do significant work in this field and is releasing a new AI language generator named LLaMA today. “Today we’re releasing a new state-of-the-art AI large language model called LLaMA designed to help researchers advance their work,” CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in a Facebook post. What is LLaMALLaMA is a state-of-the-art foundational large language model designed to help researchers advance their work in this subfield of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Smaller, more performant models such as LLaMA enable others in the research community who don’t have access to large amounts of infrastructure to study these models, further democratizing access in this important, fast-changing field. How LLaMA is not a ChatGPTLLaMA isn’t like ChatGPT or Bing. It is n...
Mining malware targeting Mac users via pirated Final Cut Pro copies, claims report
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Mining malware targeting Mac users via pirated Final Cut Pro copies, claims report

Mac users are being targeted by malicious code hidden in pirated Final Cut Pro copies, claims cybersecurity company Jamf Threat Labs. According to the report, the malicious code is a cryptojacking malware that makes unauthorised use of system resources, in the background, to mine cryptocurrency.It further claims that the malware has been discreet enough to evade detection by Apple’s security checks on Mac till now. It has been doing so by disguising itself as Final Cut Pro, Apple’s own video editing software. The nitty-gritties of the malware involve using Invisible Internet Project to download malicious code and transfer the mined cryptocurrency to the attacker’s crypto wallet.‘Silicon warning’Cryptocurrency mining is inherently a resource-hungry task and requires significant processin...
Fitshot: Fitshot Saturn smartwatch announced at Rs 1,799: Specs, availability and more
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Fitshot: Fitshot Saturn smartwatch announced at Rs 1,799: Specs, availability and more

Consumer electronics brand Fitshot has launched a new smartwatch for the Indian market. The company claims that the latest Fitshot Saturn is packed with several features. Fitshot Saturn is designed to help users to help with their workout goals. The wearable supports 100+ sports modes and comes equipped with the single-chipset Bluetooth calling technology called SoloSync. The product also offers a 1-year warranty and is available only via online channels. Fitshot Saturn: Price and availability This new smartwatch which is originally priced at Rs 5,990 is now available at a special launch price of Rs 1799. The wearable ships in four different colour options -- Black, Green, Sky Blue and Brown. Customers can currently purchase Fitshot Saturn on the e-commerce site Flipkart and the company...
Ipad: Apple inks deal with Samsung, LG for OLED panels for new iPad models
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Ipad: Apple inks deal with Samsung, LG for OLED panels for new iPad models

Apple is expected to launch its next-gen iPad Pro lineup in 2024. The Cupertino-based tech giant has reportedly partnered with display makers Samsung and LG to supply OLED panels for the upcoming tablets. According to a report by Business Korea, Apple has already placed orders for developing OLED panels from the two display companies. The report also mentions that Apple might not be considering Chinese display maker BOE for the OLED panels. Another report suggests that the company is yet to finalise the order volume of OLED displays for the upcoming iPad Pro models. However, it is expected to divide the order equally between the two Korean suppliers. Apple iPad Pro 2024: What to expectDisplay industry analyst Ross Young has earlier claimed that Apple is developing 11-inch and 13-inch iP...
Samsung: Samsung may shift its next-gen foldable phone production to India
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Samsung: Samsung may shift its next-gen foldable phone production to India

After Apple, Samsung is also reportedly planning to move its manufacturing from China to India. The South Korea-based smartphone maker might be considering this move as the US export restrictions on China increase. According to a report by Business Korea, starting from semiconductors to phones, Samsung Electronics is preparing to make India a potential manufacturing hub for different products. The tech giant already manufactures a host of entry-level and mid-range phones in the country. Now, the company is reportedly planning to ramp up its dependency on its infrastructure across the Indian subcontinent. The latest report suggests that Samsung might be preparing to manufacture its next-gen foldable smartphones in the country.Samsung Galaxy S23 series manufactured in IndiaWith the releas...
Warner Bros may announce Mortal Kombat 12 in 2023: What to expect
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Warner Bros may announce Mortal Kombat 12 in 2023: What to expect

Mortal Kombat 12 is expected to release in 2023. In a recent earnings call, Warner Bros. reportedly announced the fighting title for this year. A clip from the meeting is also being circulated on the social media platform Twitter. According to a report by IGN, Warner Bros. Discovery's executive VP of global investor strategy, Andrew Slabin, has also confirmed that Mortal Kombat 12 is set to release in 2023. As per the report. Slabin has said, “There's lots more to come, including the highly-anticipated Mortal Kombat 12 and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, games also set for release this year with ambitious launch projections.” However, the company is yet to share an official statement regarding the launch of the fighting title.MORTAL KOMBAT 12 CONFIRMEDhttps://t.co/QBb3nvJing— 💙|...
LumaFusion video editor launches on Android and ChromeOS
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LumaFusion video editor launches on Android and ChromeOS

Two years after announcing the development of its video editing app for Android and ChromeOS operating systems, LumaFusion has finally announced the app for both platforms officially. The app was in beta testing for the past couple of months and users can now officially download the app via the official app stores. The app has been listed on Google Play Store and Samsung Store and it costs Rs 2,500. LumaFusion video editing app: FeaturesLumaFusion brings Final Cut Pro-like editing features to Android and ChromeOS. 9to5Google has listed the complete list of features that the app offers. EditingSupports up to 12 layers which includes 6 video and 6 audio layers (Layers support also depends upon the device type).Comes with a magnetic timeline with insert/overwrite and link/unlink clips opti...
Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+ and Galaxy S23 Ultra go on sale today: Price, offers and more
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Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+ and Galaxy S23 Ultra go on sale today: Price, offers and more

Samsung announced its flagship smartphones -- Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+ and Galaxy S23 Ultra -- at the Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event earlier this month. The entire lineup has gone on sale today and interested buyers can now purchase the smartphones via the company's official website -- Samsung.com and select retail outlets from today onwards.Samsung Galaxy S23 series comes in four colour options -- Phantom Black, Cream, Green and Lavender. In addition to these, Samsung has also introduced online-exclusive colour options that include Graphite, Lime, Sky Blue and Red for Galaxy S23 Ultra and Graphite and Lime for Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23+.Samsung Galaxy S23 series: PricingGalaxy S23 Ultra (12/1TB)Rs 1,54,999Phantom Black, Cream, GreenGalaxy S23 Ultra (12/512GB)Rs 1,34,999Galaxy S23 Ultra (12/...
Motorola: Motorola Razr 2023 launch date leaked: What to expect
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Motorola: Motorola Razr 2023 launch date leaked: What to expect

Lenovo-owned smartphone maker Motorola is expected to launch its next-generation clamshell foldable phones soon. The Motorola Razr 2023 series is expected to include two new foldable smartphones which the company is reportedly developing under the codename Juno and Venus, respectively. According to a report by Android Authority, a tipster named Evan Blass shared renders of the Juno smartphone. Now, the leaker has revealed the expected launch date of the upcoming Moto Razr 2023 lineup. Moto Razr 2023: Expected launch dateAs per the report, the Motorola Razr 2023 foldable smartphone series is expected to launch on June 1. On this date, the company is expected to just announce the phones and may bring them to the market at a later date. This smartphone will compete with Samsung's upcoming ...
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series may offer IP67 water and dust resistance rating
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series may offer IP67 water and dust resistance rating

Samsung is expected to announce its flagship tablet -- Galaxy Tab S9 series -- later this year. The upcoming flagship tablets from the company are expected to offer top-of-the-line internals such as Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, improved display, camera and other features. However, a new report from SamMobile suggests that the Galaxy Tab S8 lineup may also come with an IP67 water and dust resistance rating. Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series to offer water and dust resistance ratingThe upcoming Tab S9 series won’t be the first tablet from the company to offer an IP67 water and dust resistance rating. The company already has an ‘Active’ tablet lineup that offers rugged design and IP rating. However, none of the flagship tablets of today has this feature. If the rumour here stands true, the Gal...
How to import Facebook posts and notes directly to Google Docs
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How to import Facebook posts and notes directly to Google Docs

Facebook comes with a couple of built-in tools that allow users to transfer and backup their photos, posts and notes to Google Photos and Docs respectively. So, if you are looking to leave Facebook and want to delete your account permanently, backing up all the data that Facebook has on you is a good choice. It can also help prevent all the posts and notes from getting deleted after the deletion of the account. Wondering how to transfer all your posts and notes from Facebook to Google Docs? Follow our step-by-step guide:Pre-requisitesActive Facebook accountActive Google accountFree storage space in Google AccountHow to transfer Facebook posts and notes to Google DocsSteps1Open Facebook on your PC and login using your credentials2Tap on the profile icon from the top right corner and head...
Apple: Apple may launch four second-gen AR/MR headsets in 2025
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Apple: Apple may launch four second-gen AR/MR headsets in 2025

For quite some time, Apple has been speculated to announce its Augmented Reality/Mixed Reality (AR/MR) headset. While that announcement hasn’t come yet, there are already rumours floating in about the second-gen model of the rumoured headset. As per a Medium post by popular tipster Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple may offer four variants – including two low-end variants – in 2025.In his post, Kuo wrote “Apple’s second-generation AR/MR headset has two high-end and low-end models. The high-end and low-end will be developed and produced by Luxcaseict and Foxconn, respectively. The current launch schedule for both models will likely be in 2025.”Change in manufacturer key may help develop a cheaper second-gen AR/MR headsetAs per the source, the second-gen AR/MR headset will be cheaper to produce due to t...
Meta: Explained: ‘Facebook jail’ reforms and how Meta will improve its penalty system
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Meta: Explained: ‘Facebook jail’ reforms and how Meta will improve its penalty system

The Oversight Board is an independent body which includes experts, academics, civic leaders and lawyers who analyse appeals and decisions made by Meta. The Board has raised concerns about Facebook’s penalty system for a long time now and has called it “disproportionate and opaque.” The social media platform has also been advised to be more transparent regarding its decisions with users. The Oversight Board even pushed the company to allow users to explain the context of their violating posts while appealing for a decision made by Meta. Facebook users refer to the company’s system for determining policy violations as “Facebook jail”. Meta has now announced that it is reforming the penalty system based on Oversight Board’s recommendations.How Facebook will reform its penalty systemAs per ...
YouTube’s new feature will let content creators reach wider audience: Here’s how
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YouTube’s new feature will let content creators reach wider audience: Here’s how

YouTube has announced that its AI-enabled feature, which allows creators to quickly and easily dub their videos into multiple languages, is now available to a wider group. The feature is aimed at content creators so that they can reach a broader audience with their videos.“Starting today, we’re excited to expand the availability of this feature to thousands more creators,” Google said in a blog post.What does it mean for users and creatorsGoogle says that the feature will benefit both viewers and content creators. Multi-language audio means viewers can watch videos dubbed in their primary language, essentially introducing them to even more content that they otherwise may not have seen.When it comes to content creators, the feature will help them expand their global reach and find a new ...
PlayStation State of Play (Feb 2023): Everything announced at the event
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PlayStation State of Play (Feb 2023): Everything announced at the event

In its latest showcase event ‘State of Play’, Sony gave an update on its scheduled games coming later this year and made new announcements for PlayStation. From AAA titles such as Street Fighter 6 and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League to indie titles such as Tchia, gamers received news about several games. In addition to PS5/PS4 titles, the showcase also focused on new VR titles coming to the platform. Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League gameplay deep-diveThe highly anticipated Suicide Squad segment featured a new gameplay trailer and a behind-the-scenes video. The trailer showcased the game’s traversal mechanics for each character, combat abilities and shed light on more of the plot. Adding to that, it showed another Justice League member, Wonder Woman, in the game for the firs...
Paytm: Paytm launches a faster payment mode, UPI Lite
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Paytm: Paytm launches a faster payment mode, UPI Lite

Paytm Payments Bank has launched UPI Lite payments feature which enables faster real-time transactions with a single tap on the Paytm app. The company claims that the Paytm UPI Lite will 'never fail during peak transaction hours, even when banks have success rate issues'.The company reveals that using Paytm UPI Lite users can easily carry out quick and seamless transactions of value up to Rs 200. "It provides superfast, convenient and hassle-free transaction experience as users don't have to enter a PIN everytime they make a payment. Moreover, users can transfer UPI balance back to the same bank account anytime, without any charges," said the company.Launching lightning-fast UPI payments that never fail. Exclusively on Paytm! 🚀🚀Upgrade your UPI experience today.… https://t.co/OwGUzJr0wK...
Samsung concludes first batch of students of Samsung Innovation Campus in Delhi: All the details
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Samsung concludes first batch of students of Samsung Innovation Campus in Delhi: All the details

First Batch of Students of ‘Samsung Innovation Campus’ in Delhi Graduate with Certificates in Coding & Programming & IoT; Flagship CSR Program Aims to Make Students Job-Ready with Future Tech SkillsAs a part of its flagship CSR program Samsung Innovation Campus, Samsung India has concluded its first batch of its coding, programming and IoT courses in New Delhi, India. The new program, according to the company, reiterates the company's commitment to being a strong partner of India and working alongside the government to empower the country's youth and Digital India initiative. Students, who were mentored and trained at National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC), New Delhi were presented with certificates at a ceremony held on Friday.ESSCI, which is a National Skill Development ...
Samsung Galaxy F13 receives a price cut in India: New price, offers and more
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Samsung Galaxy F13 receives a price cut in India: New price, offers and more

Samsung has slashed the price of its budget smartphone Galaxy F13 in India making it more affordable. The smartphone comes in two variants and both of them have received a price drop of Rs 1,000. The new prices are already reflecting on the company website. Samsung Galaxy F13 new priceSamsung Galaxy F13 comes in two variants -- 4GB+64GB and 4GB+128GB priced at Rs 11,999 and Rs 12,999. After the price cut of Rs 1,000, the customers can purchase the 64GB version at Rs 10,999 and the 128GB variant at Rs 11,999. The smartphone can be purchased in Nightsky Green, Waterfall Blue and Sunrise Copper colour options.The company is also giving an instant discount of Rs 1,000 on HDFC Bank credit and debit card.Samsung Galaxy F13 specificationsSamsung Galaxy F13 features a 6.6-inch FHD+ display with...
WhatsApp starts rolling out report status feature on iOS beta
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WhatsApp starts rolling out report status feature on iOS beta

WhatsApp keeps adding new features to its platform that allows users to communicate with each other more conveniently and securely. Some of the latest additions to the app include Community, forward media with captions, Message Yourself and others. In the recent iOS beta version of the app, WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that allows users to report status updates.According to a report by WABetaInfo, the feature was under development and WhatsApp has started rolling out the report status update through the Test Flight Beta program for iOS beta testers. The update carries the version 23.4.0.74 that gives users the ability to report status updates on iOS. If a WhatsApp user reports a status update, that status/content will be sent to WhatsApp moderation team for review to check if i...
Samsung: Amazon handpicked deals: Minimum 26% discount on side-by-side refrigerators from Samsung, Godrej, Whirlpool and others
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Samsung: Amazon handpicked deals: Minimum 26% discount on side-by-side refrigerators from Samsung, Godrej, Whirlpool and others

If you have been planning to purchase a premium side-by-side door refrigerator for your home, then this may be the right time for you to purchase one. Amazon has a plethora of refrigerators available under Rs 50,000 from brands like Samsung, Godrej, Whirlpool and others. Here’s a curated list of products along with the discounts that buyers can avail:Samsung 653L Convertible 5-in-1 side-by-side refrigerator: Available at Rs 83,990 after 26% discount Samsung 653L Convertible 5-in-1 side-by-side refrigerator has a capacity of 653 litres and is suitable for families with 5 or more members. The refrigerator also comes with a Digital Inverter Compressor feature that automatically adjusts the speed in response to cooling demand, quieter operation and consumes less power. Godrej 564L frost fre...
Nokia: Nokia C02 smartphone with Android 12 Go Edition launched
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Nokia: Nokia C02 smartphone with Android 12 Go Edition launched

HMD Global, the company which holds the license to manufacture Nokia branded smartphones, has quietly launched the latest Nokia branded budget smartphone. The company has unveiled the Nokia C02 smartphone. The smartphone runs Android Go Edition and is powered by a Unisoc chipset. The smartphone features a sleek design and a removable battery. Nokia C02 comes in two colour options -- Dark Cyan and Charcoal. The company has not yet revealed the price and availability details of the smartphone. However, the handset is listed on the official website of the company. The support page of the smartphone is also live on the India website of the company and is expected to soon launch in the country.Nokia C02 specificationsNokia C02 sports a 5.45-inch FWVGA+ display with 480x960 pixel resolution. ...