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Covid-19 impact: Technology start-ups have multiple silver linings

The lockdown has severely crippled half the ecosystem, especially e-commerce and mobility services; but the other half - digital players in content, social media and so on - is having a field day

YouTube sees surge in subscriber base, views due to Covid-19 lockdown

Covid-19 related content has seen a surge of 98 per cent in terms of views and 19 per cent in terms of engagement

Apple iPhone 12 leak hints at new design, small display notch, and more

Apple has been using a wider notch display on its smartphone since the iPhone X. The notch is going to stay, but its size will reduce drastically in the upcoming model - according to the leaked images

46% drop in hiring at Microsoft in April, only 3 jobs openings at LinkedIn

Google reportedly decided to freeze hiring for the rest of the year due to Covid-19 pandemic

Own a website? Use Google Optimize to keep users informed about Covid-19

Normally Optimize users are able to run 10 personalisation on their websites at the same time

Hackers sold data of 267 mn Facebook users for just Rs 41,500: Details here

Given that the data contains sensitive details of the users, it might be used by cybercriminals for phishing and spamming

India has 16 contact tracing apps, Aarogya Setu tops downloads globally

The firm found contact tracing apps in 23 countries, with many more scheduled to be rolled out in the coming weeks

Apple might launch upgraded AirPods, 13-inch MacBook Pro in May: Know more

The new AirPods Pro is expected to come with features like the AirPods Pro but it will be priced lower

Samsung may launch affordable 5G smartphones in select countries this year

Samsung has already unveiled in US its first two cheap affordable 5G smartphones recently - the Galaxy A51 5G and Galaxy A71 5G

Facebook launches fundraiser platform to help push Covid-19 relief efforts

With 'Facebook Fundraisers', anyone can set up a dedicated page for a cause, and rally others around a fundraising goal

OnePlus launches '5G-ready' OnePlus 8 Pro, OnePlus 8: Price, specs and more

The OnePlus 8-series has got several upgrades in terms of design, display, camera and connectivity. Moreover, the Pro edition has got wireless charging, in a first for OnePlus smartphones

Realme postpones Narzo-series launch due to Covid-19 lockdown: Details here

The announcement to postpone the launch came after the MHA changes its stance on relaxations provided to e-commerce platforms on the deliveries of good other than essential items

How tech firms are helping build robust local supply chains amid Covid-19

Now that many areas are out of bounds for big retailers for various reasons, is there an opportunity for local kiranas?

Google working on its own Apple Card-style smart debit card: Report

Google Pay or GPay currently helps users do peer-to-peer payments by adding a physical debit card that could be used for a wider variety of purchases.

WhatsApp likely to increase participants limit for group video, audio calls

The company is yet to reveal how many users will finally be able to join the group call. It will come to know when the new calling feature is rolled out globally

TikTok's Family Pairing feature let parents have control on kids' profile

In addition, TikTok will disable Direct Messages feature for users under the age of 16. This update goes live on April 30

Sanitation, aerial alerts make drones new soldiers in war against Covid-19

They are being used throughout the country to spray disinfectants, manage crowds, spread awareness through public announcements and for geo-mapping to chalk out containment zones

Apple launches iPhone SE starting at Rs 42,500: All you need to know

The iPhone SE features the latest A13 Bionic chip, Dual SIM (with support for eSIM), and single-camera system

Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 tipped to come without S-Pen stylus: Details here

Samsung is reportedly planning to start manufacturing Galaxy Fold 2 components in May, and is looking at starting mass-producing the device in June/July

Facebook launches experimental messaging app 'Kit' for Apple Watch platform

The app has not been ranked on the App Store charts. It appears to be on offer only in Canada, at present