TECHNOLOGY
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3: Best clamshell foldable you can buy
The Galaxy Z Flip 3 has been launched with top-end features in two variants including 8GB RAM + 128GB of storage and 8GB RAM+256GB of internal storage. The smartphone has 5G 8GB RAM +128GB storage model comes at a price of Rs 84,999 while the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage model has been launched at a price of Rs 88,999. The smartphone comes in two colour options Phantom Black and Cream.
Xiaomi MIUI Pure Mode will protect users from malicious apps
The feature is meant to address security concerns associated with malicious Android applications.
The smartphone maker explains that 40 per cent of apps installed by MIUI users have never passed its security audit. Also, 10 per cent have been recognized as potential risks. To fix this, Xiaomi is introducing MIUI Pure Mode, reports GizmoChina.
Google, Mayo team develops AI algorithm to treat psychiatric illness, stroke
The tech giant has tied up with researchers at Mayo Clinic to develop a set of paradigms, or viewpoints, that simplify comparisons between effects of electrical stimulation on the brain. They developed a new type of algorithm called "basis profile curve identification".
Firefly Aerospace's Alpha rocket explodes during debut launch
Firefly's Alpha rocket launched on the company's first-ever orbital test flight on September 2, lifting off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California at 9.59 p.m. EDT. After the first 2.5 minutes of the flight, the two-stage, 29-metre Alpha suffered a fatal problem, exploding in a dramatic fireball high in the California sky, Space.com reported.
'iPhone 13' MagSafe cases pictured in Twitter video
Posted to Twitter on August 30, the video starts by showing a collection of cases in white boxes, surrounded by elastic bands, reports AppleInsider. Each are labelled "iPhone 13 Pro Max Silicone Case," as well as a MagSafe label, the report said. The video then pans to show more stacks of cases in packaging, indicating it was filmed at a manufacturing facility or distribution hub, it added.
WhatsApp for iOS working on redesigned chat bubbles
According to WABetainfo, this feature is under development and will be released in a future update, reports 9To5Mac. The redesigned chat bubbles are more rounded and feature a new green colour. There's a bit more contrast between dark and light modes. It is also possible to notice that the new chat bubbles are larger and look a bit more modern.
Google Drive rolls out nifty feature for offline access
The new feature lets you access PDFs, images, Microsoft Office documents and other non-Google files even without an internet connection. According to Android Central, it is gradually rolling out to all Drive users and should be live for everyone by next week. You can then open those files using the compatible apps installed on your PC through Drive's web-based portal.
Tesla is worth $3,000 a share 'if they execute really well': Musk
This week, Ark Invest released a new note claiming a $3,000 base stock price target by 2025 for Tesla, reports Electric. In its valuation models, Ark Invest believes that Tesla is going to deliver between 5 and 10 million vehicles as soon as 2025. That's a significant ramp considering Tesla likely will deliver less than 1 million vehicles this year, the report said.
Apple to BYJU'S, how tech is empowering teachers in India amid pandemic
Educators in India are using Apple technology to help their students learn, connect and thrive in new ways. With Apple Teacher, a programme designed to support educators who are using Apple products for teaching as well as learning, the iPhone maker is helping educators build foundational skills on iPad and Mac.
Google working on 'Human Presence Sensor' for Chromebooks: Report
Earlier this year, in a blog post celebrating 10 years of Chromebooks, Google included a small teaser of what's next for Chrome OS. In it, there's a promise of using acesensor technologies for more personalized experiences," 9To5Google reported. While there has been significant work done over the last few months to make this human presence sensor work on a hardware level, there's only been one clue so far as to what Chrome OS will do with it.
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