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Apple to pay $100mn to settle developer lawsuit in US: Report
Under the terms of the deal, Apple will let developers use communication methods like email to tell customers about payment methods available outside of iOS apps and it will expand the price points that developers can offer for apps, in-app purchases and subscriptions.
Foxconn to hire 2 lakh employees for iPhone 13 production: Report
According to the South China Morning Post, 200,000 additional workers are needed at Foxconn's iPhone factory in the Chinese city of Zhengzhou, ahead of the expected launch of the iPhone 13 lineup next month. The general manager of Foxconn's Zhengzhou plant Wang Xue noted that the staffing employees has become the "biggest bottleneck" for the company. He believes that it will be able to hire 200,000 new hires by the end of September "at the current speed of recruitment."
New Samsung foldable phones set to sell in 130 countries by Oct
Sales of Samsung's third-generation foldable devices -- the Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Galaxy Z Flip3 -- have started in some 40 countries, including South Korea, the United States, Britain and France, according to the company. The new Galaxy Z series will be available in 130 countries by October. Samsung has sharply lowered prices for its latest foldable smartphones, cutting as much as 400,000 won (US$340) compared with predecessors.
Xiaomi to acquire self-driving startup Deepmotion for $77.4 mn
The deal happens as the company gears up to enter the electric vehicle market, reports GizmoChina. Deepmotion develops driver assistance software. "Multiple sources have recently stated that Xiaomi is planning to build its own car and is considering it as a strategic decision, but specific details and the path it aims to take are yet to be determined," the report said on Thursday.
Twitter rolls out paid 'Ticketed Spaces' for iOS users
The company in May said it was working on 'Ticketed Spaces' feature for hosts to be rewarded for the experiences they create by getting monetary support while providing listeners with exclusive access to the conversations they care about most. "We want to help people creating cool Spaces make $$$. today, some Hosts will be able create Ticketed Spaces!," the micro-blogging platform said in a tweet late on Thursday.
iPhone 13 likely to feature Face ID that works with masks
And now avid leaker Jon Prosser has claimed that the Cupertino-based tech giant maker is testing new Face ID hardware that would allow users to unlock their iPhone while wearing a mask or foggy glasses. According to Prosser, Apple is testing more advanced Face ID hardware using a case that fits snugly around an iPhone 12. The case allows the iPhone to bypass its built-in Face ID system.
FB plans independent poll panel to review political content decisions
According to a report in The New York Times, the Facebook's election commission will be like the independent Oversight Board which is a panel of about 20 former political leaders, human rights activists, and journalists picked by Facebook to review content moderation appeals.
Apple Watch now has over 100 mn users globally
"Apple's ecosystem is seeing a greater attach rate as the brand continues to bake in attractive designs, health features and related services around it," said senior analyst Sujeong Lim from Counterpoint Research. The US continued to be the key Apple Watch market, contributing to more than half of its user base, with an attach rate of close to 30 per cent.
Xiaomi Mi TV 5X in 3 different sizes launched in India
The Mi TV 5x price in India starts at Rs 31,999 for the 43-inch variant. The 50-inch model costs Rs 41,999, while the 55-inch option is priced at Rs 47,999. Launch offers include up to Rs 3,000 instant discount with HDFC Bank credit cards and EasyEMI conversions and up to nine month no-cost EMI offers from leading banks and NBFCs.
Mi NoteBook 2021 series with Intel's 11th Gen processor launched in India
The Mi Notebook Ultra with Intel Core i5 processor will be available at a starting price of Rs 59,999, while the Mi Notebook Pro has been launched at a price of Rs 56,999 onwards. The new laptops will be available across Mi.com, Mi Homes, Amazon.in and retail stores starting August 31.
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