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'Vice-like grip': Why Apple and Google are under UK regulator's probe

The two companies 'ecosystems' stifle competition and 'meaningful choices' to customers, according to UK regulator, Competition and Markets Authority (CMA)

Big role for tech team as Uber India builds products for global markets

They handle critical functions for Uber, such as rider engineering, Eats engineering, infra-tech, data, maps, Uber for Business and fintech

India-based developers may leave their jobs in droves, shows survey

The survey covered over 2,500 developers from 94 countries (including the US, India, Germany, Canada, and UK)

Google releases bug-fixing Android 13 Beta 3.1 for Pixel smartphones

There are no new fixes in Android 13 Beta 3.1, and Google claims that the known issues from Beta 3 still apply to Beta 3.1

SaaS provider FarEye lays off 250 employees during appraisal period

Software-as-a-service provider FarEye has laid off around 250 employees at the time of their appraisal, according to industry sources.

Meta CEO announces roll out of Horizon Home on Quest 2 VR headset

Meta Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced that Quest 2 virtual reality (VR) headset will get Horizon Home as part of a new update.

Apple decides to shift iPad production units from China to Vietnam

After strict COVID lockdowns in China that led to months of supply chain disruptions, Apple is now moving some iPad production out of China and shifting it to Vietnam.

Samsung launches Smart Monitor M8 32-inch in India at Rs 59,999: Know more

The Samsung Smart Monitor M8 will be available in sunset pink and spring green colours from June 15 on Samsung's official online store, Samsung Shop, Amazon and select retail stores

Samsung sued for algo that predicts phone's remaining battery life: Report

South Korean tech giant Samsung has been reportedly sued by a patent troll over the use of an algorithm that predicts the remaining battery life on its Android smartphones

BIF seeks direct spectrum allocation for private 5G networks to enterprises

Industry body BIF batted for direct allocation of spectrum for private 5G networks to enterprises at a nominal administrative fee, as the war of words intensified between telcos and tech companies

Microsoft brings Xbox app to Samsung 2022 smart TVs for console-free gaming

Microsoft also detailed new gaming experiences coming to Windows 11 and Edge browser for desktop

RBI to come out with regulatory architecture on digital lending platforms

The Reserve Bank of India will soon come out with regulatory architecture for digital lending platforms, many of which are unauthorised and illegal, Governor Shaktikanta Das said on Thursday.

Google announces new features for Meet, Chromebooks to empower students

With an aim to empower teachers and students, tech giant Google on Wednesday announced that it is sharing new updates to Chromebooks, Google Classroom and Google Meet.

Apple WWDC22 highlights: iOS 16, watchOS 9, MacBook Air & Pro M2 unveiled

Apple on June 6 previewed new features and upgrades coming to its platforms later this year. Here are the highlights from the WWDC22 keynote address

Angel platform IPV offers retail investors a play in startup funding space

Today Angel platform IPV has close to 7,000 investors, over 4,000 of whom actively invest in the Indian startup ecosystem. These investors, largely Indian diaspora, come from 48 countries

Carl Pei's Nothing set to unveil its maiden smartphone phone (1) on July 12

Nothing phone (1) will be launched in a live event in London that will livestream on the start-up's website (nothing.tech) on July 12 at 8:30 pm (IST)

Troubled times for India Inc as ransomware attacks become more frequent

Industry experts point to a spike in the use of Ransomware as a Service (RaaS), a SaaS-based attack vector. Criminals can buy it on the dark web and needn't know how to code it in order to use it

OPPO K10 5G with MediaTek Dimensity 810 launched at Rs 17,499: Details here

Launched in India on June 8, the OPPO K10 5G will be available on Flipkart, OPPO Online Store from June 15

EU agrees on common charger for portable electronic devices by 2024

Chargers will be harmonized for small and medium-sized portable electronic devices by 2024 in the European Union (EU), negotiators of the European Parliament and the Council have agreed.

What's new coming to Apple platforms later this year?

Apple Inc on Monday lifted the curtain on its latest processor, the M2. Free software upgrades were also unveiled and will be available in September. Find out about their features