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Samsung has launched its 5th-generation foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 to expand the reach of its foldable devices. The company aims to make foldable smartphones more common among users and is planning to drive user experience followed by creating awareness around foldable smartphones and enabling easier access to these devices. The company is running various sales programs in India with its sales partners to make foldable smartphones more accessible to Indian consumers. Samsung hopes to work with its partners to make foldable smartphones become mass-market products. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/VJzpOYh

Xiaomi is all set to launch new products including the Redmi 12 5G smartphone, Redmi Watch 3 Active and Xiaomi Smart TV X series today. The Redmi 12 5G smartphone is expected to come with a 50 MP camera sensor and up to 12GB RAM with 128GB storage. The new Xiaomi Smart TV X series will be launched in India by the company to succeed the 4K TVs launched last year. Additionally, the Redmi Watch 3 Active will feature a rectangular LCD display with 240x280 pixels resolution and 450 nits of brightness along with 100 sports modes. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/yMsOl5j

In a world where generative AI is being used quite freely to create content, Instagram wants to incorporate a feature, which will tell users if the image is real or an AI image from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/7XuyWcD

Samsung has announced the launch of its new Crystal Vision 4K TV series in India on August 4 on the e-commerce platform Flipkart. It will include three different display sizes, up to 65 inches, and offer multiple sensors and built-in IoT features. The TVs will ship with a light sensor for automatic brightness adjustment and will alert users when it detects an intrusion if connected to a camera. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/HZ1Tewu

X, formerly known as Twitter, has reinstated the account of rapper Kanye West, or Ye after it was banned eight months ago. Company owner Elon Musk cited that Ye's posting of a swastika combined with the star of David was "incitement to violence", leading to his suspension. The rapper's account has been restored after giving assurances that he will not post content promoting anti-Semitism or hatred. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/fO3kHln

Elon Musk's rebranding of Twitter has become quite the talking point. The real question we need to ask is Y? from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/kGRWNf8

Google Chat has launched a new in-line reply feature for Workspace users, which enables space members to respond or discuss an announcement within the group. The feature can help organise discussions, track replies, and ease the follow-up on questions. For new and existing announcement spaces, default activation is available, but space managers can toggle this feature according to their convenience in the setting. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/f82uV3B

Last week Elon Musk-owned Twitter rebranded by replacing its popular bird logo with a Unicode character resembling 'X', along with a name change. Microsoft Edge is warning Twitter users that the rebranding may be a security issue; this alarm appears due to embedded security content for Progressive Web Apps(PWAs) that detects name or icon changes, which may indicate a scam. PWAs are designed with built-in security features available in Chromium-based browsers like Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/kmeft6N

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) disclosed a number of senior management changes on July 30th, including the retirements of the chief technology officer and a number of others in key leadership roles. Among the changes, the company has identified six new senior management personnel and Rajashree R, former chief marketing officer, is no longer considered senior management. TCS is continuing to restructure its senior executive team with several retirements expected in the coming months, following the abrupt resignation of former CEO Rajesh Gopinathan earlier this year. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/WYfhHAQ

Apple is working to fix an issue with its Screen Time parental control feature, as some users, mostly parents, reported that the time limits they set to restrict their kids' use of devices haven't gone into effect. The company confirmed that they are aware of the problem and are working on a fix. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/bPgNkKI

Hollywood workers' strike against studios and streaming services, including Disney and Netflix, continues as they protest against the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Actors and writers are concerned about being exploited without proper compensation or notice, while producers are intrigued with AI's potential for shaping the industry's future. All major studios are hiring experts in AI, with Disney alone looking to fill half a dozen AI-focused roles, including those involving generative AI and machine learning. Netflix also plans to integrate AI in all areas of the business, including the creation of content. Actors and writers seek AI regulations to protect themselves and their works. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/PTc9oNI

Samsung's profits for the second quarter of 2023 suffered a massive 95% decline due to the continuing decline of smartphone sales. However, much of the impact on Samsung's smartphone business is not just caused by the company's Galaxy devices. Samsung Electronics supplies memory, storage, and displays to other smartphone makers and the general fall in smartphone shipments across all brands has also affected Samsung's business. Reports predict a positive recuperation for the smartphone market in the second half of 2023, which should boost Samsung's business due to its component-based business. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/ecxQASp

Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance (ABSLI) has launched InsureVerse, a 3D virtual experience allowing customers to interact with life insurance experts and agents. ABSLI will be the first private life insurance company to join India's Metaverse. With the aim to improve customer service, InsureVerse's virtual lounges include interactive displays, digital walls, personalised advice and immersive showcases of life insurance products. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/vbx6chn

Twitter has achieved a new high of 541 million X monthly users, according to Elon Musk. He did not use the word "active," unlike most social media reporting practices. Musk's latest data comes as Twitter rebrands to X. Threads has struggled, seeing daily active users drop from 49 million to 23.6 million in two weeks. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/y0cluf2

Two US lawmakers have asked the Biden administration to strengthen export controls on artificial intelligence (AI) chips. The letter from Mike Gallagher and Raja Krishnamoorthi, who chair the House of Representatives select committee on China, called for the rules, implemented last October, to be further strengthened and for China's access to advanced computing chips in the cloud to be cut off. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/XipITwH

Milkbasket plans to reduce its workforce by 25-30% after losing its top three executives, according to anonymous sources. Reliance is expected to launch a new platform called 'Jio Smart Daily' and discontinue the Milkbasket brand, although a final decision has not yet been made. The remaining MilkBasket team members are expected to join Jio Smart, while Reliance Retail aims to find jobs within the company for Milkbasket employees. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/T7gxCoI

US technology companies are talking less about a possible recession this earnings season, instead focusing on artificial intelligence, according to Bloomberg data. Mark Luschini, CIO at Janney Montgomery Scott, said the trend created a positive signal for business prospects and profitability, suggesting the economy was "reasonably resilient". The report revealed that references to a slowdown and recession are down over 70% on last year. Meanwhile, companies are more interested in explaining how they plan to monetise AI services and products, and mentions of "headwinds" on calls to analysts slipped from 70 in Q4 2018 to 31 this season. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/JnAjDU8

Meta's collaboration with independent researchers to investigate Facebook and Instagram's impact on the 2020 US election has published its first set of research papers. The papers analysed Facebook and Instagram's algorithms and their effects on users' political beliefs. The study revealed Facebook's high degree of ideological segregation and that conservative users were more likely to consume false information. Another study replacing algorithmic news feeds showed that short-term changes did not alter users' political views. The research indicates how addictive Meta's algorithm can be while highlighting its impact on political polarisation and misinformation. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/rVKNQ74

Poco India has launched its first-ever true wireless earbuds, named Poco Pods, in the Indian market. The earbuds come with a 12mm driver unit and can offer a battery backup of up to 30 hours on a single charge. Poco Pods have been priced at INR 1,199 and can be purchased on Flipkart from July 29. They come in black and yellow colour. The earbuds also come with features like environment noise cancellation, IPX4 rating for water-resistance, Bluetooth version 5.3, and Google Fast Pair functionality. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/6rPwhq8

LinkedIn, owned by Microsoft, is reportedly testing an AI-based tool called LinkedIn Coach to assist users in finding jobs through coaching on developing skills and networking. LinkedIn spokesperson Amanda Purvis said that the company is “always exploring” new ways to upgrade the user experience of the platform. LinkedIn already has AI embedded in its system. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/24cSVYZ

Apple is sending out the Vision Pro developers kit. True to form, the company is leaving no stone unturned to maintain secrecy as much as it can from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/ntUSy15

Poco, a Chinese smartphone manufacturer, has announced the launch of its true wireless earbuds, Poco Pods, in India on July 29. The earbuds will have an introductory price of Rs 1,199 and feature 12mm extra bass drivers, Bluetooth v5.3, and Google Fast Pair functionality. They will also have an environmental noise cancellation feature, touch controls, and an IPX4 rating for dust and splash resistance. The earbuds will come in black and yellow and offer up to 30 hours of music playback. They will be available online on Flipkart. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/1o4Vugj

Xiaomi is launching Redmi 12 5G, Redmi Watch 3 Active, and Xiaomi Smart TV X series in India on August 1. The e-commerce website Amazon has already started teasing the Redmi 12 5G phone, and the company is already promoting it on social media. The upcoming phone's expected features include a triple camera setup with a 50 MP sensor, up to 12GB RAM, and 128GB of storage. The Smart TV X series will succeed the 4K TVs launched by Xiaomi last year and will be launched on August 1 in India. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/C2K937F

Samsung will manufacture its latest foldable phone models, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5, in India to meet local demands and support its Powering Digital India initiative. The Indian factory has been producing Samsung's affordable, mid-range and premium Galaxy S series smartphones for some time. Samsung will offer three storage options for the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and two for the Galaxy Z Flip 5, with prices starting from INR 99,999 ($1,341). Both phones will be available for pre-booking from July 27, with open sales starting on August 18. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/BQjdE4f

Twitter's rival from Meta is off to a flying start. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg spoke about what the app needs to do more to reach a billion users from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/LH7IBxE

Foldable smartphone shipments are set to exceed 100 million by 2027, with demand driven by regional factors, particularly in China, as well as growing consumer acceptance, a report by Counterpoint Research has said. The company predicted Samsung and Apple would lead sales. While Samsung has just launched two versions of its Galaxy Z phone, Apple is yet to unveil any plans for a foldable iPhone. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/j7OlTDF

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Realme C53 is available for purchase in India via the Realme e-store, Flipkart, and mainline channels from July 26 onwards. It comes in Champion Gold and Champion Black color options. The smartphone features a 6.74-inch HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate, Unisoc T612 chipset, 4GB/6GB RAM, and 64GB/128GB storage that can be expanded via microSD. The device runs on Realme UI T edition based on Android 13 and is supported by a 5000mAh battery with 18W SuperVOOC charging support. Realme C53 is priced at Rs 9,999 for the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/GFoYf0P

Tensions have been running high and amidst that Netflix has put up a job posting, which is AI-related and pays quite a bit of money. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/VhlQMXt

Samsung is all set to launch its next-gen foldable phones, tablets, and smartwatches at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 26. The event will be live-streamed on Samsung's YouTube channel and Samsung Newsroom India. The Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 smartphones along with Galaxy Watch series and Galaxy Tab S series are expected to launch at the event. The Fold version is expected to come with a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, while the Flip version may have a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED display and dual rear camera setup. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/ihXkGjF

Instagram's Threads, a competitor to Twitter, is rolling out two new features - a chronological feed and translations. Mark Zuckerberg announced these features on Instagram along with other updates which will enhance the app's functionality. Threads' users will be able to access profiles in two ways: Following and For You. If a user selects the 'Following' option, they'll see posts from people they follow in chronological order. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/GtXzjga

Over 52,000 Instagram users had issues with the app and desktop version of Instagram. The outage is global, and 50% of users were having trouble with the app. The servers and login were also noted as areas of reported issues. Users took to Twitter, once again, to report the ongoing interruption, marking the third such outage in a month. No official reports have been made on the situation despite the successive errors. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/Iw3fOh6

Apple has reportedly created its own GPT language model-based chatbot called "AppleGPT" for internal use. It has provided aid to its staff in creating prototypes of upcoming features and providing summarised texts and answers during this time. However, there is no definitive plan for this chatbot to be released to the public, and approval is required for access to it. Apple is analyzing several potentials to use its generative AI chatbot; one of the possible uses is to assist AppleCare support staff in managing customers' issues more efficiently. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/X8VKZg7

We have been using the public beta version of the watchOS 10 and here’s what you can expect: from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/NP50K3d

The new X logo is now officially visible on the web version of Twitter. We checked and it was visible on some accounts whereas some accounts are still showing the old bird logo. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/NWClkfO

In a series of tweets, Yaccarino said that Twitter made a big impression and now has another chance to do so. “It’s an exceptionally rare thing – in life or in business – that you get a second chance to make another big impression. Twitter made one massive impression and changed the way we communicate.” from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/h9Epday

WhatsApp has released three new features for iPhone users, which were previously only available to beta testers. The new features include chat transfer allowing users to migrate their chat history to another iPhone, silence unknown callers, which filters out spam and unknown contacts and landscape mode for video calls allowing more participants and a wider view. The update also includes an updated sticker tray with enhanced navigation and a greater variety of Avatars. The iOS 23.13.78 update is now available for iPhone users. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/IxJPBGs

Elon Musk has announced that Twitter will be rebranded as 'X' app, originally intended to be a financial one-stop shop for transactions. He had purchased the domain name in 2017, and in 2023 Twitter became a part of the X group with companies including SpaceX and Neuralink. SpaceX aims to make space travel more affordable and accessible, while Neuralink intends to develop brain-computer interfaces to help people with disabilities control devices with their minds. Musk tweeted about the new name, URL and redesigning the logo and colour theme of the app. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/Qd5HL1r

A retired insurance company employee invested his pension and gratuity in a work from home scam and was duped of Rs 31 lakh. The scam involved multiple tasks and cryptocurrency transactions. Initially, the victims were paid for liking YouTube videos and were later asked to open a crypto wallet and buy USDT. The victim was introduced to a group admin, who encouraged him to invest more. However, when the victim tried to transfer the money to his bank account, he was not able to as the wallet link disappeared. The cybercrime police station in the west region has registered a case and frozen nine bank accounts with Rs 20 lakh in them. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/i5m2Gvb

Elon Musk on Sunday announced that the x.com URL will now be directed to the microblogging website Twitter. He also said that the interm X logo will go live later in the day.The announcement comes hours after Musk said that he plans to change the logo of Twitter to an “X” from the famous blue bird. This would be the latest big change since the billionaire bought the social media platform for $44 billion last year. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/ADCbd8O

Elon Musk has announced that he is changing the Twitter brand logo and name to X, reflecting his vision to create a "super app" like China's WeChat where users can message, make payments and more. Musk wants to make Twitter a platform that will enable users to message, make payments and more. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/0p6BYCQ

Amazon has asked some remote employees to relocate to its "main hub" offices in Seattle, New York, and San Francisco, as a part of its policy for employees to work from the office at least three days a week. Workers hired for remote positions and those relocated during the pandemic will be affected by this move. Amazon will provide relocation benefits, while exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The decisions on relocation will be at the department level. Earlier this year, Amazon CEO, Andy Jassy, announced the mandate of at least three days per week to be implemented from May 1. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/VWpgFIe

Paytm has issued guidelines to its customers warning of the potential for fraud. Fraud occurs when someone is impersonating a bank to obtain personal information and other banking details. Paytm warned its customers never to divulge such information as it never calls its customers requesting such data. Paytm issued other warnings including not to respond to calls, messages, and SMSs requesting significant and confidential information, such as KYC completion. It also advised customers not to share Paytm credentials, enter UPI PIN, or scan a QR Code. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/lYJDg53

Cisco has confirmed that it is laying off thousands of employees as part of its restructuring plan, which it announced in November 2022. The company had earlier announced that it plans to cut 4,000 jobs or about 5 per cent of its workforce. The recent notifications are part of the rebalancing effort the company began, affecting about 5 per cent of the employees. Despite the layoffs, Cisco has committed to extending help to the affected employees, such as providing generous severance packages and offering new opportunities within the organization. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/z7chMC0

Xiaomi India has launched its Smart TV A-series, expanding its smart TV portfolio. The new series supports Dolby Audio, DTS: Virtual X, and Vivid Picture Engine, with an improved entertainment experience and 200 live channels for free. Xiaomi A-series smart TVs start at Rs 14,999, and are available in 32-inch, 40-inch and 43-inch sizes. The TV series are powered by a quad core A35 chip, run Patchwall+ and have Google TV. The TVs also have 2 HDMI ports, 2 USB ports, an AV port and a headphone jack, with dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/QgR6tXy

Croma has launched the Good Life Fest campaign offering up to 50% discount on home appliances like washing machines, air fryers, kettles, air purifiers, and more. The Tata Group-owned company is also offering up to 30% off on its own products including convection microwaves and OTGs. The sale is available at all Croma stores and the company's website. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/12GwH0m

Aadhaar card is a crucial identity document and needs to be updated whenever there is a change in address or phone number. The government recommends users should update their biometric details after every ten years. Online update of address on your Aadhaar card can be done by paying Rs.50. UIDAI permits citizens to change addresses, view update history, check its validity, book appointments at Aadhaar Seva Kendra, lodge complaints, order PVC cards, and download e-Aadhaar from m-Aadhaar website. A registered mobile number is a must for availing all Aadhaar services through m-Aadhaar. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/UuPiBfR

Samsung is all set to host its next Galaxy Unpacked event later this month. The company is expected to launch its next-generation foldable smartphones, smartwatches and premium tablets at the event. Multiple online leaks have already revealed the likely specifications of the upcoming foldable smartphones from Samsung. Now a new leak has revealed some of the specifications of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 5G smartphone. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/ghsNHL1

Google has fixed a zero-day bug in Chrome. While there is nothing special about a zero day bug being discovered, what is interesting here is that the bug was reportedly discovered by an Apple employee. According to a report in Tech Crunch, Google fixed a zero-day in Chrome that was found by an Apple employee. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/OhK3yjz

​The company is rolling out custom instructions that will give users more control over how ChatGPT responds. Users can set certain preferences, and ChatGPT will keep them in mind for all future conversations. ​Consider these preferences as filters that you use while shopping for your favourite shoe on the app. Just like you select colour, size, and brand, among others, ChatGPT will allow you to set certain 'rules' while responding. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/EJ8QW6i