TECHNOLOGY
Telegram launches live stream feature with version 8.0 update
The Telegram update has enabled options to remove captions from media and hide sender names when forwarding, easy switch to unread channel without going back to chat list and an improved sticker panel along with new animated emoji.
Galaxy Tab S7 FE WiFi variant launched in India
Galaxy Tab S7 FE runs Google's Android 11 operating system with the company's own One UI 3.1 skin on top. The device is backed by a 10,090mAh battery with support for 45W fast charging. The device houses an 8MP camera sensor on the back and a 5MP selfie camera at the front.
Google developing own CPUs for Chromebook laptops: Report
The US internet giant plans to roll out the CPUs for laptops and tablets, which run on the company's Chrome operating system, in around 2023, three sources with knowledge of the matter told Nikkei Asia. According to the report, Google is also ramping up its efforts to build mobile processors for its Pixel smartphones and other devices after announcing it will use in-house processor chips for the first time in its upcoming Pixel 6 series.
Apple simplifies payment rules for apps such as Netflix, Spotify
While the agreement was made with the JFTC, Apple will apply this change globally to all reader apps on the store. Reader apps provide previously purchased content or content subscriptions for digital magazines, newspapers, books, audio, music, and video. Apple said it is making easier for people to set up and manage their apps and services, "while protecting their privacy and maintaining their trust".
Facebook adds fantasy sports gaming for iOS, Android users
The company said that they are free, simple prediction games that help fans enjoy sports, TV shows and pop culture content together. "Today, we're rolling out Facebook Fantasy Games in the US and Canada on the Facebook app for iOS and Android. Facebook Fantasy Games are free, simple prediction games that help fans enjoy sports, TV shows and pop culture content together," Daniel Fletcher.
Xiaomi registers its EV business, says it has 300 staff
Smartphone giant Xiaomi has officially registered its electric vehicle business and said the division has entered a "substantial development phase". According to CNBC, the name of the subsidiary is Xiaomi EV, Inc. and it has been set up with previously-announced registered capital of 10 billion yuan ($1.55 billion).
Microsoft may launch Surface Duo 2 on Sep 22
According to the details revealed by the Geekbench listing, the Surface Duo 2 will be powered by Snapdragon 888 SoC and it will pack 8GB of RAM. On the software side of things, the device will run Android 11 out of the box. The upcoming Surface Duo 2's camera will use machine learning and artificial intelligence to offer new camera experience that will significantly improve image processing.
Twitter launches 'Super Follows' for creators to monetize tweets
Twitter first announced the feature earlier in 2021, and leaks in June indicated that a launch was close."Today we are excited to introduce Super Follows, a new way for people to earn monthly revenue by sharing subscriber-only content with their followers on Twitter," Esther Crawford, Staff Product Manager.
Apple Watch credited with saving woman's life
"It said my heart rate was at 174," De Leon said. "It said, You are an AFib,' and said, Call your doctor immediately.'" She immediately went to the hospital, where doctors ran multiple tests, including an electrocardiogram, reports Apple Insider. De Leon wanted to show her gratitude to the tech that saved her life - so she reached out to Apple CEO Tim Cook and said she got a surprisingly fast response.
Google search, maps to give more info on Covid vaccine
The added information, which will start from this week for over 13,000 locations across the country, will be powered by real-time data from the CoWIN APIs. The information include availability of appointment slots at each centre, vaccines and doses offered (dose 1 or dose 2), expectations for pricing (paid or free) and link to the CoWIN website for booking, the company said in a statement.
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