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Xiaomi announces 100+ new exclusive retail stores in India
Determined to reach the remotest of areas in the country and address the needs of customers by making technology more accessible to all, the company will also be creating employment opportunities for 200+ families, thereby fostering entrepreneurship across India.
realme's sub-brand DIZO unveils two new smartwatches
TheA1.69-inch DIZO Watch 2 features 600nits of high-brightness, 2.5D glass and premium and yet sturdy metal frame to offer users a never-before experience. For their well-being, it can track and monitor heart rate, sleep, SpO2, menstruation cycle for women and also help in breathing exercises along with 15 sports modes.
ISRO working on fleet of heavy lift rockets
The five rockets are in the project report stage and would come into operation in the future, said N Sudheer Kumar, Director, Capacity Building Programme Office (CBPO), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). He was speaking at the International Space Conference and Exhibition, organised by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in virtual mode recently.
'Dum Maro Dum' inspired tune features in iPhone 13 launch video
Netizens were quick to point out that the popular Hindi song was played in the background while keynote speakers presented the newly announced iPhone 13 and other products. "Did they just use the Dum Maro Dum soundtrack in the Apple launch event or did I just discover that this soundtrack is also borrowed," said one twitter user.
TikTok adds warnings to search results for 'distressing content'
The app has employed "sensitive content" warnings on individual videos since last year, but the updated alerts will appear in search results for terms that could include such content, reports Engadget. In a blog post, TikTok uses the example of "scary makeup" as a search term that may prompt such a warning.
Apple Event 2021: Apple launches iPhone 13 series, new iPads and smartwatch series 7 | Here're details
The California based company unveiled a new edition of iPhones, ranging from the handy and budget iPhone 13 mini to the most expensive and largest iPhone13 Pro Max. Apple also updated its iPad lineup with the addition of iPad and iPad mini, bringing the highly successful lineup to the newer generation with upgraded specs.
Twitter reopens account verification process
Twitter said users who are looking to be verified should keep checking their account settings screen for access to the in-app application, reports TechCrunch. Since launching the revamped verification programme, Twitter had hit a few snags which forced it to shut down verifications more than once. The most recent of these pauses were announced on August 13, when the company said it needed to make improvements to both the application and review process.
iPhone users will receive iOS 15 update on Sep 20
The company first unveiled iOS 15 earlier this year at its Worldwide Developers Conference. iOS 15 adds major update with powerful features that will take the iPhone experience to a new level this fall. FaceTime calls will now extend beyond Apple devices, so anyone can join a call from their web browser on Android and Windows devices.
Apple unveils Watch Series 7 with redesigned display, new features
Apple Watch Series 7 will start at $399, Watch SE starts at $279 and Watch Series 3 starts at $199 in the US. The watches are available to order from apple.com/store and the Apple Store app, with availability in stores beginning September 16.
Apple unveils iPad, iPad mini with new features
The Wi-Fi models of iPad, in silver and space gray finishes, are available at a starting price of $329 and Wi-Fi + Cellular models from $459 in the US. The Wi-Fi models of iPad mini, in pink, starlight, purple and space gray finishes, are available with a starting price of $499 and Wi-Fi + Cellular models from $649 in the US. Both the new iPad and iPad mini come with 64GB and 256GB storage options.
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