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Sony WI-1000XM2 review: Hi-res audio, noise cancellation make this a winner
On first look, the Sony WI-1000XM2 appears to be an all-rounder in its segment. But is it? Let's find out
 "Sony WI-1000XM2 review: Hi-res audio, noise cancellation make this a winner")
WhatsApp faces global outage, users take to Twitter to report issues
According to Downdetetector.com, the problem started in the evening around 4 p.m. and alive outage map showed users in India, Europe, Brazil and in Southeast Asia were affected by the outage.
 "WhatsApp faces global outage, users take to Twitter to report issues")
Demystifying Budget 2020: FinMin to start social media campaign from Jan 22
The ministry has also launched another campaign on Budget promises and delivery with tag '#HamaraBharosa'.
 "Demystifying Budget 2020: FinMin to start social media campaign from Jan 22")
How heart rate and sleep data from Fitbits can help predict flu outbreaks
The World Health Organization estimates that as many as 6,50,000 people worldwide die of respiratory diseases linked to seasonal flu each year
 "How heart rate and sleep data from Fitbits can help predict flu outbreaks")
Dell Inspiron 13 7391 review: Potent convertible notebook that oozes luxury
The Dell Inspiron 13 7391 notebook's premium aluminium construction, portable form factor, good on-battery time and sleek performance make it a complete package in its segment
 "Dell Inspiron 13 7391 review: Potent convertible notebook that oozes luxury")
Yamaha YAS-109 soundbar review: Decent sound output, a good add-on in Alexa
This soundbar also has an in-built Alexa support to help you play songs on Spotify, check latest news, and set timers
 "Yamaha YAS-109 soundbar review: Decent sound output, a good add-on in Alexa")
Every second smartphone in India is sold through online platforms: Report
Flipkart led the overall online market with a 57 per cent share
 "Every second smartphone in India is sold through online platforms: Report")
Spurred by Amazon, supermarkets try swapping cashiers for cameras
Several grocers are testing cashierless stores with cameras that track what shoppers pick, so they pay by simply walking out the door
 "Spurred by Amazon, supermarkets try swapping cashiers for cameras")
Amazon Alexa users can opt out of human review of their voice recordings
A new policy took effect Friday that allows customers, through an option in the settings menu of the Alexa smartphone app, to remove recordings from a pool that could be analyzed by Amazon workers
 "Amazon Alexa users can opt out of human review of their voice recordings")
Amazon's deal to sell new Apple devices under US trade commission scanner
The US FTC and the Justice Department are ramping up scrutiny of Silicon Valley's biggest companies
 "Amazon's deal to sell new Apple devices under US trade commission scanner")
Save energy on the move: Now, buy solar-powered 'foldable' house on Amazon
The house costs $23,800 but the structure is not eligible for Prime and shipping cost is an additional $1,000. Its not available outside US
 "Save energy on the move: Now, buy solar-powered 'foldable' house on Amazon")
How tech giants are helping you find your favourite dress or shoes online
Firms like Amazon and eBay are using camera apps adept at recognising the pictures you've uploaded of the apparel you're dying to buy, and directing you to the relevant e-commerce site
 "How tech giants are helping you find your favourite dress or shoes online")
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi Note 8 go on sale: Know price, specs, & more
The Redmi Note 8 Pro and Redmi Note 8 go on sale today at 12 PM on the Amazon India, Mi Online store, Mi Home, and select offline retailers
 "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi Note 8 go on sale: Know price, specs, & more")
If you want one of these things, wait until Black Friday
Black Friday will throw a lot of deals your way. These are the ones that are actually worth your time and money, writes Elissa Sanci
 "If you want one of these things, wait until Black Friday")
Now, Amazon lets you connect Fire TV devices with Echo devices for audio
The new feature allows Amazon Fire Stick TV users to create a wireless home theatre set-up using Echo devices
 "Now, Amazon lets you connect Fire TV devices with Echo devices for audio")
How big tech is turning New York into a city that rivals Silicon Valley
Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Google will soon have 20,000 workers in the city, many in a cluster of offices on the West Side
 "How big tech is turning New York into a city that rivals Silicon Valley")
Amazon brings Alexa to automobiles with the launch of Echo Auto: Know more
Echo Auto uses a car's 12V charging socket or USB port and connects to the car's stereo system for audio playback using auxiliary cable or Bluetooth
 "Amazon brings Alexa to automobiles with the launch of Echo Auto: Know more")
Technology investment in India rose 95% at $9.3 bn in 2019: Report
The data collated by Dealroom.co show that the Indian investment figures coincided with record investment numbers registered by UK in 2019, at $13.2 bn, behind the US ($116 bn) and China ($33.5 bn)
 "Technology investment in India rose 95% at $9.3 bn in 2019: Report")
TikTok, PUBG Mobile were most popular apps of 2019 in India: Report
TikTok was the breakout social app of 2019 in the Indian market, while PUBG Mobile saw the highest consumer spend in games in the country
 "TikTok, PUBG Mobile were most popular apps of 2019 in India: Report")
Amazon Web Services chosen to deliver Cloud services for govt customers
Govt organisations and state-run banks can now increase agility and speed innovation with AWS's "pay-as-you-go" Cloud services
 "Amazon Web Services chosen to deliver Cloud services for govt customers")
