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Xiaomi invests in core communications chipmaker for automobiles
Xiaomi invested in Motorcomm through the Hubei Xiaomi Yangtze River Industrial Fund. Currently, the size of the investment and other terms of the deal were not disclosed, reports GizmoChina. Motorcomm's business scope includes technology development, industrial automation, automobiles, consulting, and other technical services as well. Xiaomi is actively investing in various companies and technologies related to the automotive industry.
This 55-inch Sony BRAVIA TV is impressive
The company's recently launched TV -- BRAVIA 55X90J -- is powered by a Cognitive Processor XR, which is said to think like a human brain. Priced at Rs 1,39,990, the new TV is available in 140 cm (55-inch) size across all Sony Centers, major electronic stores and e-commerce portals in India. The TV updates Sony's premium LED Triluminos TV for 2021. With the help of Cognitive Processor XR, the TV behaves like the human brain and understands how humans see and hear, delivering a realistic and immersive experience to the viewer.
Galaxy S22 series to enter mass production in Nov this year: Report
The smartphones in the lineup will be available for purchase from January 2022 and all the models in the series are expected to come powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 898 chipset, reports mydrivers.com. In terms of specifications, the upcoming series may feature a new 10MP telephoto sensor with 3x optical zoom capabilities as opposed to a high resolution sensor with poor optical zoom.
Windows 11 to arrive on October 5
"The free upgrade to Windows 11 will begin rolling out to eligible Windows 10 PCs and PCs that come pre-loaded with Windows 11 will start to become available for purchase. A new Windows experience, Windows 11, is designed to bring you closer to what you love," the tech giant said in a statement.
3mn Indian WhatsApp accounts banned between mid-June to July-end
It received 137 reports for account support, of which one was actioned, and 316 requests to ban accounts, the messaging giant said in its second compliance report under the new Information Technology Rules, 2021. All grievances received from users in India via the grievance mechanisms are evaluated and responded to. Overall, more than 95 per cent of such bans in India are due to the unauthorized use of automated or bulk messaging ('Spam').
Vivo X70 Pro+ likely to be unveiled with 50MP camera: Report
According to GSMArena, the shooters, developed alongside Zeiss, will include a 50MP 1/1.31" main snapper and a periscope lens. The main camera will have a Samsung ISOCELL GN1 sensor. The ultra-wide-angle snapper will come with Sony IMX598 48MP sensor behind, while the third cam will be a dedicated shooter for portraits. Its sensor will be 12MP Sony IMX663 and will offer 2x magnification.
Acer set to unveil smart TVs in India in September
The company said it will soon be making its debut in the smart televisions segment under a license to Bengaluru-based Indkal Technologies. Acer televisions will be launched at retail through online platforms Amazon and Flipkart across a wide spectrum of sizes ranging from smaller 32-inches to larger sizes such as 70-inches and in a combination of resolutions.
iPhone 13 with notchless design allegedly spotted on Apple TV+ show
Episode six of the second season of the series titled "The Signal" has disclosed a notchless iPhone in two different scenes. The phone did have the custom iPhone UI but the notch was lacking. In addition, the rear design was spotted revealing a dual-camera setup. Apple introduced the notch in the 2017 iPhone X which houses components for Face ID and the selfie camera.
Google Pixel Buds A-Series creates ripples with rich sound
Packed with custom-designed 12 mm dynamic speaker drivers that deliver full, clear and a natural sound, with Bass Boost for amplifying deep frequencies, the Pixel Buds are available on Flipkart, Reliance Digital and Tata Cliq for Rs 9,999. Google Assistant is built right into the Pixel Buds A-Series. Users can get quick hands-free help to check the weather, get an answer, change the volume, or have notifications read to them with a simple "Ok Google".
LEGO Star Wars Battles coming soon to Apple Arcade
According to the company, players can collect and upgrade LEGO Star Wars characters, troops, and vehicles from across the Star Wars saga to build their own army; they'll also build LEGO towers on the battlefield to strategically attack, defend, and capture territory. Heroes and villains will have their own unique abilities, from Darth Vader's Force Slam to Luke Skywalker's Force Push.
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