TECHNOLOGY

Google unveils redesigned Android 12 at I/O 2021
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According to Sameer Samat, VP of Product Management, Android and Google Play, Android 12 includes the biggest design change in Android's history. "We rethought the entire experience, from the colours to the shapes, light and motion. The result is that Android 12 is more expressive, dynamic and personal than ever before," Samat, said during the conference.
Spotify legal chief calls Apple 'ruthless bully': Report
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In an op-ed published in The Wall Street Journal, Gutierrez said that "Apple's ability to strangle its competitors is unprecedented," and used the trial with Epic Games as evidence that "Spotify is no longer alone" in its criticism of the Cupertino tech giant.
Google unveils new feature for faster connectivity
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"In the coming months, we're bringing Fast Pair to even more devices such as Beats headphones as well as cars from BMW and Ford. With a single tap, you can pair your Android phone to your favorite accessories whether it's earbuds, speakers, wearables or cars," Erik Kay, VP of Engineering, Android, saidAduring the Google I/O conference on Tuesday.
Apple Watch Series 7 could feature flat-edged design: Report
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A 9To5Google report, citing Jon Prosser, said that Apple Watch Series 7 will feature a redesign that is similar to other Apple hardware updates. This seemingly means that the Apple Watch Series 7 will feature a flat-edged design similar to the iPhone 12, iPad Pro and iPad Air. The report describes the Apple Watch version of this design as being "more subtle" than what we've seen on other products.
Microsoft will not launch lightweight Windows 10X
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"Instead of bringing a product called Windows 10X to market in 2021 like we originally intended, we are leveraging learnings from our journey thus far and accelerating the integration of key foundational 10X technology into other parts of Windows and products at the company," said John Cable, head of Windows servicing and delivery, in a blog post on Tuesday.
Google uses AI to decode common skin conditions, Tuberculosis
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"Once you launch the tool, simply use your phone's camera to take three images of the skin, hair or nail concern from different angles. You'll then be asked questions about your skin type, how long you've had the issue and other symptoms that help the tool narrow down the possibilities," said Peggy Bui, MD, Product Manager, Google Health.
India facing 213 weekly ransomware attacks per organisation: Report
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According to Check Point Research, India is followed by Argentina, Chile, France and Taiwan with 104, 103, 61 and 50 per organisation, respectively. The report said that the global surge in ransomware attacks has hit a 102 per cent increase this year compared to the beginning of 2020 and shows no sign of slowing down.
Google unveils exciting updates to make collaboration seamless
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"In the fall, we're bringing Meet directly to Docs, Sheets, and Slides on the web, so people can actually see and hear each other while they're collaborating," said Erika Trautman, Director, Google Workspace, on the first day of the virtual Google I/O developer conference. Google currently offers live captions in five languages, with more on the way.
Spotify to auto-transcribe podcasts over coming weeks
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The company said it will start auto-transcribing certain exclusive and original shows over the coming weeks as part of a beta rollout. People will be able to read the transcript with or without audio and can tap on the text to jump to that point in the audio. The company said the goal is to eventually "enable transcripts across all podcasts on Spotify".
Daimler India opens virtual reality centre
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According to DICV, the operators will use a digital model accessed via 3D goggles and navigational joysticks. The VRC can transform both research and development (R&D) and vehicle servicing procedures, as it reduces the need for custom-built tools, prototype vehicles, and service bays. It has the potential to make commercial vehicles servicing and R&D considerably faster, more comprehensive, and more cost-effective,DICV Managing Director and CEO, Satyakam Arya
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