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Opera brings back VPN on Android browser
Opera is officially bringing back its built-in VPN as part of its Android browser.Prior to its sale to a Chinese firm called Golden Brick, the software company offered VPN service on its browser. However, the built-in VPN stopped working after the acquisition, TechCrunch reported.With the new Opera for Android 51, the Opera VPN will also be offered. It promises users more control over their privacy and improve their online security, especially on unsecured public Wi-Fi networks.For the added security, Opera uses 256-bit encryption and does not keep a log or retain any activity data.
Apple releases new AirPods with Siri and wireless charging support
After announcing its refreshed iPads, Apple has now rolled out its second-generation AirPods. The wireless earbuds are now improved in terms of features and capabilities.The second-gen Apple AirPods come with a wireless charging case and a new H1 chip that promises improved battery life. The automatically-on AirPods can sense when they are plugged in and when they have been taken out.One of the interesting additions is the support for Siri. Simply call out 'Hey Siri' to control your music, make a call, and so on. To enable the wireless charging mode, you need to set the case on a Qi-compatible charging mat and let it charge.The new AirPods with wireless charging case will retail at USD 199, with the standard charging case, it will cost USD 159. The wireless charging case is available separately at USD 79.
Google fined USD 1.69 billion over abusive ad practices in EU
The European Commission has fined search giant Google USD 1.69 billion for allegedly abusive practices in online advertising in the region that harmed competition and stifled innovation.A large fine was widely anticipated over abusive AdSense practices. However, not as high as this, which comes on top of the USD 5 billion and USD 2.4 billion fines slapped on Google in 2018 and 2017, Engadget reported.Google is accused of shielding itself from competitive pressure through exclusive advertising contracts with publishers. Through its AdSense service, Google dominated 70 per cent of the market in Europe over a 10-year period.Meanwhile, Google has taken measures to address the EU's concerns. Ahead of the commission's announcement, Google started asking Android users which browser and search engine they want to use, instead of giving Google Chrome and Google Search as default options.It has also made separate licenses for Google Play, Chrome, and Search to allow phone makers to offer their .
Amazon introduces new Kindle with self-illuminated screen
Amazon launched an all-new entry-level Kindle that now boasts a self-illuminated screen. It costs USD 90, which is higher than the predecessor that was launched back in 2016.The new Kindle comes in black or white colour choices and features an updated design. It weighs heavier than the previous model at 174 grams, and is equipped with the latest electronic ink technology for better contrast, Cnet reports.It features a 6-inch 167 ppi electronic-ink display, Bluetooth connectivity, and upgraded capacitive touch. It includes 4GB of internal storage.Amazon is offering gift card for trade-ins of old e-readers along with a 25 percent discount on new device.The new Kindle is available for pre-order and starts shipping from April 10.
Nvidia's new AI turns your lame doodle into a masterpiece
We all have experimented with the old-school MS Paint and let our imaginations run wild. Now, what if those embarrassing doodles could be transformed into actual work of art?Nvidia has developed a new AI-driven software that is capable of doing exactly that. Called GauGAN image creator, the software uses generative adversarial networks to transform even the worst of sketches into photorealistic landscape, Engadget reported.The technology behind the software is a deep learning AI that has been trained on a million images and Nvidia describes it as a 'smart paintbrush'.At the core of the tool are three parts; a paint bucket, pen, and pencil. These parts transform the blue line you drew for a waterfall, into an actually detailed, photorealistic waterfall. Similarly, circles drawn can be transformed to beautiful clouds, lumps into rocks, and so on.The software is currently being only demoed. However, the developers envision it to be useful for everyone including architects, urban ...
Over 80 pc Indian engineers unemployable, lack new-age technological skills: Report
The employability of Indian engineers continues to be low as over 80 per cent of them are unemployable for any job in the knowledge economy, says a report. According to a report by employability assessment company Aspiring Minds, only 3.84 per cent of engineers in the country have the technical, cognitive and linguistic skills required for software-related jobs in start-ups. Moreover, only 3 per cent of engineers have new-age technological skills in areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science and mobile development. The employability in new-age jobs is pegged at an average 1.7 per cent. The report said the reasons for low employability and states that only 40 per cent engineering graduates do an internship, while a mere 7 per cent students do multiple internships. Also, only 36 per cent do projects beyond their curriculum. It added that engineering discipline in India is very theoretical as 60 per cent faculty doesn't talk about application of concepts in the
Apple launches new AirPods with improved talk time
Introducing its second generation of wireless headphones, Apple on Wednesday launched new AirPods designed to deliver more talk time.
Elle-HP mining data to give personalised content
In the Instagram era you have to be photo-ready, is what Nina Garcia, Editor-in-Chief of Elle Magazine said about her meeting with Enrique Lores, HP's president imaging and printing.
NZ shooting: Tech firms asked to brief US Congress
Technology companies, including Facebook and Twitter, have been asked to brief the US Congress on March 27 regarding their response to dissemination of the video of the New Zealand terrorists attack on their platforms.
EU fines Google $1.7 bn for unfair online ad rules
The European Union's antitrust regulators on Wednesday fined Google 1.49 billion euros ($1.7 billion) for abusing its dominance in the online search market by blocking rivals.
Huawei to launch Mate X foldable phone in India
Premium smartphone maker Huawei on Wednesday said it would launch its foldable 5G smartphone 'Mate X' in India in 2019.
OPPO Adds a Colorful Spring This Holi, Offers OPPO A5 and OPPO A7 at an Irresistible Price
/ -- OPPO A5 available at a discounted price of INR 11,990 OPPO A7 4GB variant available at an irresistible price of INR 15,990 OPPO, a leading global smartphone brand today extended more reasons to celebrate the festival of Holi this year by announcing a discount on two of its bestseller smartphones - OPPO A7 and OPPO A5. Launched last year, both the smartphones were acclaimed for its exceptional features and high-end design. Starting 20th March, customers can purchase OPPO A7 4GB variant at an attractive price point of INR 15,990 and OPPO A5 at an irresistible price of INR 11,990 on Flipkart, Amazon, PayTM, Snapdeal, TataCliq and at all OPPO mobile stores. Launched with a new dimension to the A series; the OPPO A7 comes with a unique Waterdrop screen along with 3D artistic texture on the back cover in two beautiful color options Glaring Gold and Glaze Blue. Equipped with 13+2MP dual rear camera and an enhanced 16MP front camera with F2.0 aperture, the OPPO A7 is built to enhance an
EU fines Google $1.7 billion for abusing online ads market
European Union regulators have hit Google with a 1.49 billion euro (USD 1.68 billion) fine for abusing its dominant role in online advertising. It's the third time the commission has slapped Google with an antitrust penalty, following multibillion-dollar fines resulting from separate probes into two other parts of the Silicon Valley giant's business. The EU's competition commissioner, Margrethe Vestager, announced the results of the long-running probe of Google's AdSense advertising business at a news conference in Brussels on Wednesday. "Today's decision is about how Google abused its dominance to stop websites using brokers other than the AdSense platform," Vestager said. The commission found that Google and its parent company, Alphabet, breached EU antitrust rules by imposing restrictive clauses in contracts with websites that used AdSense, preventing Google rivals from placing their ads on these sites. Google "prevented its rivals from having a chance to innovate and to compete in
Instagram beta in-app shopping feature in US
Facebook-owned photo messaging app Instagram has launched the beta version of its in-app shopping feature in the US that would allow over a billion users to buy products tagged in images or videos without having to leave the platform.
New Opera mobile browser with built-in VPN in India
Opera Internet browser on Wednesday released a new version of its mobile app called "Opera for Android 51" that comes with a free built-in Virtual Private Network (VPN) service to safeguard the online privacy and security of over 160 million VPN users in India.
EU fines Google 1.49 bn euros for anti-trust breach
The EU's powerful anti-trust regulator has slapped tech giant Google with a new fine over unfair competition, in Europe's latest salvo against Silicon Valley. "Today the commission has fined Google 1.49 billion euros (USD 1.69 billion) for illegal misuse of its dominant position in the market for the brokering of online search adverts," EU Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager said.
Google unveils Cloud gaming service Stadia
Google has unveiled its Cloud gaming service called Stadia at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) here.
More browser options for European Android users
Google will now ask European Android users their browser and search engine preferences, following a regulatory action against the company for the way it bundles softwares in its mobile operating system (OS).
Onida launches new smart AC series - ONYX SMART and GENIO
ONYX S MART is a Voice-Integrated Smart Air-conditioner, which works with Alexa, driven by inhouse ViOT (Voice IOT) technology and helps you control the air conditioner with only your voice through the Amazon's Alexa App. The other major AC being launched is GENIO, which in spanish means GENIUS, a product with unique and exceptional features.
WHO urges global framework on human genome editing
The World Health Organization (WHO) called for a strong international governance framework on developing global standards for governance and oversight of human genome editing.