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Samsung India launches 2 smartphones in Galaxy J series
Refreshing its budget J series, Samsung India on Saturday launched Galaxy J4+ and J6+ for Rs 10,990 and Rs 15,990, respectively.
Android Pie 9.0 comes to OnePlus 6
Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus has announced rolling out the Android Pie 9.0 -- the ninth major update and the 16th version of the Android operating system (OS) -- for its OnePlus 6.
Twitter bug may have sent users' DMs to unknown developers
A bug in Twitter's platform for third-party app developers exposed some Direct Messages (DMs) from nearly 3 million users to outsiders, the micro-blogging platform has admitted.
As new iPhones go on sale, studies reveal chips from Intel and Toshiba
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Apple Inc's latest iPhones hit stores around the world on Friday, featuring components made by Intel Corp and Toshiba among others, according to two firms that cracked open the iPhone Xs and Xs Max models.
Facebook likely to launch 'Portal' video chat device
Taking on Amazon smart home devices, Facebook is reportedly set to announce its own video chat device called Portal next week.
Dissected new iPhones reveal Intel, Micron, Toshiba parts
(Reuters) - Apple Inc's latest iPhones use components made by Intel Corp, Micron Technology, and Toshiba, among others, according to two firms that cracked open iPhone Xs and Xs Max models.
Indian satellite-linked GPS module launched
Ramakrishna Electro Component Pvt Ltd Group (REC), an India-based semiconductor distribution company, on Friday launched a Vehicle Tracking System (VTS), the first of its kind module that will primarily use an Indian satellite for navigation.
Dissected new iPhones reveal Micron, Toshiba parts
(Reuters) - Apple Inc's latest iPhones use components made by Micron Technology and Toshiba among others, according to a firm that cracked open iPhone XS and XS Max.
Micron, Toshiba chips in new iPhones: iFixit
(Reuters) - A teardown of Apple Inc's latest iPhones revealed chips from Micron Technology and Toshiba among others in the devices while there was no mention of Samsung, according to gadget repair firm iFixit.
Yamaha unveils 'Niken'- a new motorbike with three wheels
Leading motorcycle maker Yamaha unveiled its new tricycle motorbike, 'Niken', earlier this week.Mr. Yoshihiro Hidaka, President and CEO of Yamaha Motor, introduced it as "the expanding world of mobility" concept of Yamaha at the event.Listing it as one of the four growth strategies in their mid-term plan, Hidaka outlined that 'Niken' is born out of an "effort to propose mobility with unprecedented value".Equipped with LMW (Leaning Multi-Wheeler) technology to reduce effects of changing riding environments, 'Niken' delivers a high feeling of stability when cornering, according to the CEO."Until now, some people felt that it was difficult to ride a big motorcycle because of its weight and hence required physical strength. But riding a "NIKEN" brings a sense of stability and makes the 'bike life' enjoyable again", says Naoki Hanamura of Yamaha Motors.The new technology brings innovation in the field of mobility and is cultivated by a company known for its performance.
Daifuku introduces advanced airport facility
Material handling giant Daifuku unveiled new technology- Self Bag Drop (SBD)- at Logis-Tech Tokyo 2018 that was held in Japan from 11th to14th September 2018.The new development expedites the departure process at airports by automating the experience. The passenger first performs facial recognition, then operates the device to receive a package tag. S/he then proceeds to set their baggage on a dedicated conveyor, where the technology reads the barcode and the structure of the invention makes it easy for the passengers to place their luggage."It usually takes three minutes for one passenger to check in their baggage at a traditional counter. However, our Self Bag Drop technology does the same task in only 45 seconds", says Daifuku's Stuart Oliphant."The SBD technology is a step towards the future, with airports around the world planning to introduce 'Smart Aiport' concepts which engage Artificial Intelligence", he further adds.The technology cuts the waiting time for passengers, which .
CBSE releases advisory to alert people against fake websites
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has warned public against certain commercial websites which are using the board's logo to mislead students. "It has come to notice of the board that various commercial websites have created CBSE look alike pages with logo of CBSE on social networking sites for registration of candidates. This is creating confusion among public," an advisory by the board said. The CBSE has asked people to visit its official website for any query. "The members of public are, therefore, advised to visit CBSE official website for authentic and official information and prevent themselves from being cheated by the unscrupulous elements. Any information available or displayed other than the CBSE website, must be got verified from the official website. CBSE never asks for any details directly from the students through e-mail, facebook, twitter, phone or any other source," it added.
ABB to enhance power quality for India's longest freight train network
Industrial technology provider ABB Friday said it will supply equipment to enhance power quality at rail line along the country's longest freight corridor, helping trains run at optimum speed. "ABB will supply a step-less Power Quality Compensator Reactive (PQCR), which helps to regulate and stabilize the power supply when there are dynamic and highly fluctuating loads," the company said in a statement here. In addition, ABB will also supply fixed and dynamic reactive power compensation panels at 23 traction substations, it added. The Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) is an ambitious infrastructure development designed to enable the efficient movement of freight containers across the vast geography of the country. It is expected to relieve congestion on commuter routes and drive industrial growth and investments in these regions. "ABB will play a key role by enhancing the system's reliability with an innovative power quality solution," it said. The solution will be implemented in the
MIT's new ML technique can detect credit card fraud
Ever used your credit card at a new store or location only to have it declined? One reason could be that fraud-detecting technologies used by a consumer's bank have incorrectly flagged the sale as suspicious, researchers say.
Ramakrishna Electro develops Indian satellite linked GPS module
Electronic component distributor Ramakrishna Electro Component (REC) has developed the first GPS module to be owned by an Indian firm that will primarily use an Indian satellite for navigation, a top company official claimed. "There have been dependency of imported GPS module which use the US, European or Russian satellite. We have developed GPS module, Utraq, in partnership with Shanghai Mobiletek and STMicroelectronics that will mainly use Indian satellite for GPS navigation," REC Managing Director Shivang Luthra told reporters. The module will be produced at Shanghai Mobiletek factory in China and the chips will be made by STMicroelectronics. "REC owns Utraq. This is only a component which will be used for the development of a tracking product. We will start rolling out module in October for the development of end products that will be used in automotive products," Luthra said. He said that the company has build two products which are cheaper than the cheapest module being sold in .
Maharashtra varsity stonewalls cyber-attack
The Shivaji University Kolhapur (SUK) managed to successfully stonewall a potentially damaging cyber-attack on its computer system recently, an official said here on Friday.
Samsung launches new 'Galaxy Watch' in India
Samsung India on Friday launched a "Galaxy Watch" with lifestyle functions like stress and sleep-monitoring capabilities.
Hotel chain OYO plans to hire 2020 tech experts in 2 years
India's largest hotel chain OYO on Friday announced its plan to hire over 2020 technology experts and engineers by the year 2020.
Pre-order new iPhones on Airtel Online Store
After Apple announced the availability of its latest iPhones globally on Friday, telecom services provider Bharti Airtel said "iPhone XS" and "XS Max" were available for pre-order on its online store.
DSLR leader Canon unveils its first full-frame mirrorless camera in India
Japanese camera maker Canon which has been a leader in the professional-grade DSLR camera segment for years on Friday brought its first full-frame mirrorless camera called EOS R to India.
