Page 380 - Technology Internet
Vivo to launch smartphone with in-display fingerprint sensor
Chinese smartphone maker Vivo is set to launch a smartphone with in-display fingerprint sensor on May 29.
On National Technology Day, Microsoft embraces "the year of intelligence and disruption"
The pace at which human-machine technologies are evolving and getting seamlessly integrated into our lives is unimaginable.On National Technology Day 2018, here's a look at the top technologies that are impacting the way we think, love and communicate.Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Undoubtedly, this is the biggest trend that has grown exponentially. Combined with machine learning, AI has the potential to not only bring about enormous changes in business, it can help create solutions for prevalent social issues. A large number of organisations have begun to realise the direct implications of infusing AI in their operations. While the ground work in AI has already begun, the times ahead are exciting as the ideas and prototypes are taking shape in real projects across multiple sectors - healthcare, retail, construction, banking, manufacturing.Internet of Things (IoT) - It has been predicted that IoT will comprise 200 billion 'smart' devices by the year 2020. That roughly equals 26 ...
Five platforms that deploy high-potential technology for ease of operations
The rapid development of technologies worldwide and its pervasiveness in everyday life has changed a number of things, be it from the way education is imparted, businesses are done or something as minimal as renting out a home.A number of advancements have taken place, with the advent of new technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), IoT, and machine learning, which are disrupting a number of sectors.This National Technology Day, here are six platforms that have made operations easier by deploying the aforementioned technology:UdacityIt is a silicon valley-based lifelong learning platform that creates Nanodegrees to prepare workforce for the "Jobs of Tomorrow." It co-creates the nano degree with technology innovators like AT&T, Google, Facebook, Mercedes-Benz and NVIDIA. Their aim is to change the future of education by bridging the gap between real-world skills, relevant education, and employment.KraftlyThe company develops solutions that help small and medium-sized ...
New malware ZooPark targeting Android users in Middle East
Kaspersky Lab researchers have discovered ZooPark, a sophisticated cyberespionage campaign, which, for several years, has been targeting users of Android devices based in several middle-eastern countries.Using legitimate websites as sources of infection, the campaign appears to be a nation-state backed operation aimed at political organisations, activists and other targets based in the region.Recently, Kaspersky Lab researchers received something that seemed to be a sample of unknown Android-malware.At first glance, the malware appeared to be nothing serious: a technically very simple and straight-forward cyberespionage tool.Researchers decided to investigate further and soon discovered a far more recent and sophisticated version of the same app. They decided to call it ZooPark.Some of the malicious ZooPark apps are being distributed from news and political websites popular in specific parts of the middle east.They are disguised as legitimate apps with names like 'TelegramGroups' and .
AI calling voice will identify itself to humans: Google
In a bid to deliver transparency in technology and stay ahead of ethical pitfalls, Google has said that its Artificial Intelligence (AI) calling system "Duplex" would now identify itself while making appointments.
Apple Watch Series 3 with built-in cellular now at Jio, Airtel
Telecom giants Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel on Friday announced that they have begun selling Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) which adds built-in cellular to the wearable.
Samsung's new Galaxy 'A', 'J' series in India soon
Aiming to disrupt India's mid-segment smartphone market, Samsung is set to launch four new smartphones -- two each in Galaxy "A" and Galaxy "J" series -- this month.
Star Trek-style cloaking device comes a step closer
Scientists have developed a material that makes an underwater object invisible to sonar detectors, an advance that brings Star Trek-style invisibility cloaks a step closer to reality. A cloaking device is a fictional stealth technology that can cause objects, such as spaceships or individuals, to be partially or wholly invisible. Writers have incorporated cloaking devices into many science-fiction narratives, including the Star Trek television series and the Harry Potter novels. Now, researchers at Pennsylvania State University in the US are taking the introductory steps to make acoustic ground cloaks. Metamaterials commonly exhibit extraordinary properties not found in nature, like negative density. These materials redirect approaching waves around an object without scattering the wave energy, concealing the object from the sound waves. To date, most acoustic metamaterials have been designed to deflect sound waves in air. Amanda D Hanford from Pennsylvania State University decided to
Researchers warn of growing voice AI vulnerabilities
Tech giants across the globe are working incessantly on voice-controlled AI systems to make human life easier. However, researchers are warning that with the rise of voice AI, there's a rise in vulnerabilities as well.Latest research claims that these vulnerabilities could leverage inaudible commands at frequency beyond human ability to launch attacks such as sending messaging, making purchases, and so on, all without the user realizing it.Researchers at the UC Berkeley Nicholas Carlini and David Wagner claim that they were able to fool Mozilla's open-source DeepSpeech voice-to-text engine by hiding a secret, inaudible command within audio of a completely different phrase, Cnet reported.The researchers also claim that they were also able to hide the rogue command within brief music snippets and it worked.This is not the first instance of voice AI being vulnerable. Last year, researchers in China were able to use inaudible, ultrasonic transmissions to trigger popular voice assistants ..
Google's human-mimicking Duplex voice AI will now identify itself
After critics labeled Google's almost human-sounding voice AI Duplex as 'horrifying', the search giant has announced that the software will identify itself to humans before a conversation begins.Google Duplex is an experimental AI system and was introduced at the Google I/O 2018 earlier this week. It uses DeepMind's new WaveNet audio-generation technique and other advances in natural language processing to make it sound more humanlike, The Verge reports.Now, following the outcry, Google has decided to add a built-in disclosure to the system with some sort of a verbal announcement to the human on the other end that they are in fact talking to an AI.Google Duplex is expected to be in beta within the Assistant platform this summer.
Now, play YouTube's HDR video on iPhone X
Until now, only Android devices were able to playback YouTube's rich high dynamic range (HDR) video.Starting with the iPhone X, we now have one of the first iOS devices to stream the newer format.The feature essentially allows you to experience videos which have improved contrast, color and brightness, Engadget reported.If you own the Apple iPhone X, you can head to the YouTube app and find a supported video with HDR quality. You can tap on it while it is playing to change the quality to 1080p60HDR.
KITCO bags consultancy projects of BEL, HAL
: KITCO Ltd, India's premier technical consultancy organisation, has bagged major consultancy projects of public sector Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) and Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL). BEL is setting up a defence systems integration complex in 919 acres of land in Palasamudram in Ananthapuram district in Andhra Pradesh, a press release said. KITCO has bagged the contract for technical consultancy for the project overcoming stiff competition from leading players such as Engineers India Ltd, Mecon India and Tata Consultancy Services. The project is to be implemented in two phases or more - the first phase costing Rs 195 crore involves setting up of weapon system integration, beacon facilities and hard stands. The state-of-the-art weapons and radar complex using advanced Artificial Intelligence Systems would reduce the dependence on import of defence equipment and help in indigenisation of technology. The scope of the consultancy involves design, tendering and execution of
BluSapphire sets up ATRC, SOC in Hyderabad
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning cyber security tools developer BluSapphire on Thursday announced the opening of its Advanced Threat Research Centre (ATRC) and Security Operations Centre (SOC) here.
All households in Jharkhand to get electricity by Diwali: CM
Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das today said every household in the state would get power supply by Diwali this year. Das, who was speaking after inaugurating consumer services of the energy department here, said Jharkhand would be developed into a power hub by 2021-2022. "Electricity is essential for development and government aims to make Jharkhand a developed state by 2022," an official release said quoting Das. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for 4000 MW power generation plant in Dhanbad, he said. A report from Dhanbad says that the prime minister is scheduled to visit the district on May 25. Das said that the extension of Tenughat Vidyut Nigam Limited has been approved by the government and two units of 660 MW will be installed. With this we will be able to sell power to other states and fulfil our needs," Das said. He said since assuming office in 2014 his government has so far appointed 2000 personnel in the power department and 2200 .
Ericsson unveils solutions for seamless 4G to 5G transition
Ericsson on Thursday announced a host of technology innovations for the Indian market to enable a smooth evolution from 4G to 5G.The company introduced a new category of radio products called Street Macro; a new site type that addresses the need of operators to grow in cities with limited available radio locations. It also launched new radio products that support Massive MIMO technology.All installed base of radios from the Ericsson Radio System delivered since 2015 will be 5G NR-capable by a remote software installation. Ericsson recently completed its 5G platform with the launch of 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) commercial software, based on the recently approved first 3GPP 5G New Radio (NR) standard. The 5G radio network software complements Ericsson's already launched baseband and 5G radios.Operators can simply activate their 5G networks and take the first steps with commercial 5G capabilities and new applications leveraging advanced mobile broadband services. This will cater ...
Analysis: Balancing act - software giant SAP navigates Russian risks
MOSCOW/WALLDORF, Germany (Reuters) - Most Western technology companies are losing ground in Russia under the weight of restrictive rules and mounting local competition. Germany's SAP is thriving.
Google Chrome gets support for in-browser AR
Google focused on immersive technologies at its annual I/O 2018 developer's conference. The search giant introduced WebXR for its Chrome browser allowing it to support immersive experiences without the need for additional app.WebXR allows developers to optimize and integrate VR and AR experiences right into the Google Chrome browser, Engadget reports.This essentially means you will be able to virtually place 3D objects into an augmented reality space right inside Chrome browser.It is to be understood that web AR or VR is still a thing under development and it will take some time for it to be a fully baked product and come to the regular users of Google Chrome.
Google Drive redesigned to look a lot like Gmail
As part of its redesigning spree, Google has provided a surprise makeover to its Drive.The Google Drive now appears to take major inspiration from the recently redesigned Gmail app. There are no new features, but the appearance has been tweaked to match with other Google products.To begin with, the Drive interface background has been changed from gray to white for a neater look. The boxes and icons have also been given rounded corners and a taller appearance than before, Engadget reports.In addition to that, the Drive logo is now placed prominently on the top left corner of the interface. The icons have also been shuffled a bit.The latest changes to Google Drive will start reflecting in some time as the company is gradually rolling out the redesign.
Google adds new battery saving mode to Wear OS
At its Google I/O 2018 keynote, the search giant devoted much of its time on AI, and a small amount of attention was paid to its Wear OS (previously referred to as Android Wear).Google is introducing a couple of changes to its Wear OS developer preview 2 for wearables. The Wear OS beta version releases this week and one of the standout feature is the addition of an enhanced battery saver mode, TechCrunch reports.As the name suggests, the mode will particularly take care of the small battery inside wearables. When enabled, the mode will switch the watch face to a power efficient one and shut off radios, the touchscreen, tilt to wake, and such features which consume more power.Quick press of the side button will show time while a longer press will restore functionality.In addition to the new battery saver mode, Google has also added support for Actions on Google which will make your Android wearables more useful with third-party smart objects.
Apple's iPhone battery replacement won't be delayed: Report
Apple has reportedly announced that the service inventory of its iPhone replacement batteries is available without delay.This essentially means iPhone owners won't have to face extended shipping delays. However, it is to be noted that the immediate inventory may vary by location, Cnet reports.The move comes after many iPhone owners discovered that Apple was slowing down older iPhones to prevent unexpected shutdowns owing to old batteries.For this, Apple started offering a USD 29 battery replacement program for affected users. However, some users complained of short supply of batteries. If Apple has indeed replenished the inventory then it will become a lot easier for those seeking a replacement.