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How to manage Facebook notifications

While it is easy for few to opt out of Facebook and completely delete their account, many cannot. It could be because of their personal choice or professional needs. Once you’re on Facebook then you have to deal with Facebook notifications. Though it is an important tool to stay updated, there are times when Facebook floods your device -- mobile or desktop -- with unwanted notifications. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2zIqFKa
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IT Ministry joins hands with Google on 'Build for Digital India'

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on Saturday entered into a partnership with Google with the aim of rolling out "Build for Digital India", a programme that will give engineering students a platform to develop market-ready, technology-based solutions that address key social problems. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2LbbjnK
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Google Doodle honours literary icon Amrita Pritam

Clad in a red and yellow salwar-kameez, her head demurely covered, she sits on a white sheet in a courtyard engrossed in a book, a sprig of roses at her feet. The archways behind her spell out Google as the global search engine honoured Punjabi-Hindi novelist, essayist and poet Amrita Pritam on her 100th birth anniversary. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2zHzfIM
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Credit profiles of telecom operators look negative: Report

Credit profiles of telecom operators (telcos) will remain under pressure in the medium term due to intense competition, elevated debt levels and continued reliance on capital infusion for debt servicing and capex, India Ratings, a Fitch Group company has said. Reliance Jio will be the only telco whose market share may increase to 40-45 per cent by 2022, it said. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2MMcImI
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VMware expands hybrid Cloud operations

As IT organisations increasingly shift to hybrid Cloud to deliver optimal environment for all their applications, enterprise software major VMware has expanded its Cloud offerings that aim to help customers meet the unique needs of traditional and modern applications. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2Pziuu6
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Google plans another step to make YouTube 'safer' for kids, here's how

Google’s video platform YouTube is all set to launch a separate website for kids. YouTube announced this on its forum support page. The post also announced a new update that is coming to the YouTube Kids app. The YouTube Kids app will allow parents to select from three different age groups — preschool, younger and older — to choose the right content for their kid. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2zxUeOu
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Now, robots count cash in ICICI Bank

Private sector lending major ICICI Bank has become the first in the country to deploy industrial 'Robotic Arms' to count millions of currency notes at its currency chests across the country, a top official said here on Wednesday. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2ZvK7UW
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'India to unveil cybersecurity strategy policy in January 2020'

"India's cybersecurity strategy policy will be released in January 2020 and will enable the government to cyber-secure the nation. The government's vision of a USD 5-trillion economy will be helped to a great extent by this effort," said Rajesh Pant, national cyber security coordinator on cyber policies, at an SKOCH event here. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/32dLBoz
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Samsung Galaxy A10s with 13MP+2MP rear cameras, 4000mAh battery launched in India

Samsung has expanded its Galaxy A series lineup in India with the launch of Galaxy A10s. It will go on sale starting August 28 and will be available both online and offline. It has been launched in two storage options. The 2GB RAM+32GB storage variant costs Rs 9,499 and the 3GB RAM+32GB internal storage variant costs Rs 10,499. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2U8TKYE
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Steve Jobs autographed poster up for auction starting at Rs 17.9 lakh

A Steve Jobs signed poster has hit the auction floor and the bidding starts at $25,000 (approximately Rs 17,93,000), reveals Nate D Sanders Auctions, an auction house that has the poster. This poster features the famous Toy Story characters Woody and Buzz. The poster comes with a letter of authenticity as well. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/30EtlnU
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Tencent launches WeChat for drivers

The car version of Tencent app will have limited functions based on voice control and a button on the wheel, allowing the driver to send or receive messages and make calls while driving, and integrate Tencent Map's navigation service. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2ZD96K9
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Vivo V17 Pro to sport quad-camera setup

Chinese handset maker Vivo is soon going to launch a new smartphone that will feature a quad camera setup, according to industry sources. Expected to be the Vivo V17 Pro, the primary sensor on the handset is reportedly going to be a 48MP sensor. If this happens to be true, Vivo V17 Pro will be the first 48MP quad-camera smartphone from the Chinese smartphone manufacturer. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2L4EqYM
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New Ransomware variants double in Q2: Report

Researchers have detected 16,017 new ransomware modifications in the second quarter (Q2) of 2019, including ones belonging to eight new malware families -- which is more than double the number of new samples detected in Q2 2018 (7,620), Russian cybersecurity firm Kaspersky said on Thursday. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2KMNRwY
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Indian-origin researcher gets $3.3 million grant to manage battery waste

An Indian-origin researcher at University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney has received $3.3 million grant to transform waste and resource recovery industry by developing advanced manufacturing capabilities that focus on small-scale processing of materials produced from battery and consumer wastes. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2Za8FGQ
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India to offer e-tourist visa fee based on tourist footfall

To encourage tourists to visit India, the ministry of tourism has introduced a flexible e-tourist visa regime based on tourist footfall, with higher fee for July to March peak season and a considerably lower fee if the visit to the country falls during April to June lean period. Five-year visa will be introduced with $80 fee and a one-year visa with $40 fee. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2KTRxvP
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Scientists working on wearable skin sensors to analyse sweat

Scientists are developing wearable skin sensors to analyse sweat, which may help bypass the need for more invasive procedures like blood draws. The sensor design, described in the journal Science Advances, can be rapidly manufactured using a "roll-to-roll" processing technique that essentially prints the sensors onto a sheet of plastic like words on a newspaper. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2z77n0z
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This is what Apple CEO told Donald Trump on China tariffs and Samsung

US President Donald Trump recently said that he had spoken with Apple CEO Tim Cook about the impact of US tariffs on Chinese imports as well as competition from South Korean company Samsung Electronics Co Ltd. Trump said Cook "made a good case" that tariffs could hurt Apple. "I thought he made a very compelling argument, so I'm thinking about it," Trump told reporters. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2TKZKGt
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This is what Apple CEO told Donald Trump on China tariffs and Samsung

US President Donald Trump recently said that he had spoken with Apple CEO Tim Cook about the impact of US tariffs on Chinese imports as well as competition from South Korean company Samsung Electronics Co Ltd. Trump said Cook "made a good case" that tariffs could hurt Apple. "I thought he made a very compelling argument, so I'm thinking about it," Trump told reporters. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/30e65Na
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How to verify your phone number on WhatsApp

When you download WhatsApp, you are required to verify your number to create an active account on the instant messaging app. Else you will not be able to use the platform. In case you are unsure about the verification process of WhatsApp and not sure what needs to be done, here's a step-by-step guide. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2Pb5CKS
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Google removes 85 adware apps from Play Store

Google has removed 85 Android apps from its Play Store after security researchers at Trend Micro found a particularly annoying adware hiding inside. According to the company, majority of the apps that were discovered were found to be disguised as photography as well as gaming apps and were downloaded over eight million times. Most of these apps affect older Andorid phones. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/30ehn3U
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COAI urges telecom regulator to create consumer awareness on new framework for pesky calls

Industry body Cellular Operators' Association of India has urged the telecom regulator to come out with focused campaigns to create consumer awareness around the new framework for flagging pesky telemarketing calls, with telcos slated to soon start submission of monthly reports on user complaints. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/307PKJL
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COAI urges telecom regulator to create consumer awareness on new framework for pesky calls

Industry body Cellular Operators' Association of India has urged the telecom regulator to come out with focused campaigns to create consumer awareness around the new framework for flagging pesky telemarketing calls, with telcos slated to soon start submission of monthly reports on user complaints. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2Z8dvo2
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How these two Apple products are set to most popular after the iPhone

On a revenue basis, Apple’s wearables business is now at a $16 billion annual run rate growing at 55% to 60%. At the current pace, wearables will surpass both the iPad and Mac near the end of 2020 to become the third largest product category behind iPhone and Services when looking at revenue. For its wearables, home and accessories segment, Apple said revenue was $5.53 billion. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2MYpUo4
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How to save battery using Standby apps feature on Android smartphones

Google added a host of new features and functionality with its latest version of the mobile operating system, Android 9 Pie. Over the layer of several other easily noticeable features, there’s one hidden feature called ‘Standby apps’ that can help users boost smartphones battery as well as performance. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2OPFncu
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Realme 5 and Realme 5 Pro smartphones list on Flipkart, to launch on August 20

Just less than a week after revealing its elaborate plans of upcoming smartphones, Realme has revealed that it is going to launch the Realme 5 series smartphones on August 20. Based on an event held last week, the Realme 5 series is expected to include two smartphones — Realme 5 and Realme 5 Pro. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2YWhTXc
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Buying tickets on IRCTC website to get costly as service fee is back

Tickets bought through IRCTC website are set to get costly as the Indian Railways has decided to restore service fee charges. The service charge returns almost three years after they were withdrawn to promote digital payments. The Railway Board has given its approval to the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) to restore the mechanism of charging service fee from passengers booking tickets online. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2MREE8i
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Amazon Freedom Sale: Damage protection plans available for these phones

Amazon is also offering buyers total damage protection plan at discounted prices. Total Damage Protection plan covers phone from accidental drops, spills, liquid damage and more. Incidentally, it does not cover phones from theft. Here are the complete list of the smartphones offering total damage protection. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2YGl320
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Reliance Jio not expected to raise tariffs, here's why

Though the stress on its average revenue per user (ARPU) figure and a marginal drop in subscribers are likely to put pressure on Reliance Jio's current tariffs, the company may not raise tariffs before one of its key services -- Fibre-to-The-Home (FTTH) -- is rolled out as expected in the fourth quarter of the current fiscal, according to SBI Caps. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2ZI6o2I
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IUC phase-out to impact Bharti Airtel's Ebitda: Bank of America Merril Lynch

The Interconnect Usage Charge (IUC) becoming zero by January 1, 2020, will have have an impact on Bharti Airtel's earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization (Ebitda), while the post the company's recent rights offer and the Africa IPO, its balance sheet has strengthened and increased its expected Ebitda for the fiscals 2020-22 by 2-3 per cent, according to Bank of America Merril Lynch (BoAML). from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/31tFmMY
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IT managers facing a deluge of cyber attacks: Survey

Phishing emails impacted one in two Indian organisations that were hit by a cyber attack and IT managers are inundated with cyber attacks coming from all directions as they struggle to keep up due to a lack of security expertise, budget and up-to-date technology, a new survey by global cyber security major Sophos said on Thursday. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2TgoDJS
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Amazon Freedom Sale: Up to Rs 14,500 off on games and gaming consoles

Amazon’s four-day long Freedom Day sale is live. The e-tailer is offering some discounts and deals on products across categories, including mobile phones, home appliances, smart home devices and more. Buyers can also avail 10% additional discount on purchases made using SBI Bank credit cards. There are also some attractive offers for gamers. Here are some deals on consoles and bundles from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2Km4DD2
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Wipro has won this 5-year IT and business deal

Global software major Wipro on Wednesday said it has won a 5-year strategic IT and business transformation deal from ADM Aeroports de Montreal, which operates the YUL Montreal-Trudeau international airport and YMX International Aerocity of Mirabel municipality in Canada. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/33iTzhy
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Indians most open to switching to digital-only financial provider, says report

Indian consumers lead in openness to consider switching to a digital-only financial provider and consumers in Asia Pacific are one of the most advanced when it comes to digital engagement with financial services, with 73 per cent of them believing they should be able to accomplish any financial task on a mobile device, said a new report on Wednesday. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2OJ2C7Y
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Mobile Casino

This is not your quintessential ‘mobile gadget’ review article. However, you will require to have some sort of tech knowledge to understand and know what we ... from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/33jfDs3
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China ‘warns’ India on Huawei

China has told India not to block its Huawei Technologies from doing business in the country, warning there could be consequences for Indian firms operating in China, sources with knowledge of the matter said. India is due to hold trials for installing a next-generation 5G cellular network and Huawei is the world's biggest maker of such gear. Chinese officials said there could be "reverse sanctions" on Indian firms engaged in business in China should India block Huawei because of pressure from Washington. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2ZD9KUv
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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 with digital bezels launched: Price, features and more

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 offers touch-sensitive bezels that can be used to interact with the smartwatch. It comes with health and fitness tracking features that are claimed to manually track over 39 workout routines and 7 automatically. Available in both 40mm and 44mm screen sizes, it will be up for pre-order starting September 6 at a starting price of $279.99 (approximately Rs 20,000). from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2YPOmhu
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This is how Sachin Tendulkar and Vinod Kambli celebrated Friendship Day

JetSynthesys Sachin Saga Cricket Champions, a cricket-based mobile game, has announced the launch of its new LIVE multiplayer feature 'Play with Friends'. Celebrating 'Friendship Day' at the launch, Sachin Tendulkar and Vinod Kambli relived their childhood memories of playing together by going head-to-head in 'Play with Friends. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2MLuAxc
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Amazon reveals discounts and deals you’ll get on these 5 top-end smartphones in Freedom Sale

Amazon is soon going to begin its Freedom Sale in India. The four-day sale that starts on August 8 for all online shoppers, will be open for Prime members one day in advance on August 7. Ahead of the sale, Amazon has revealed the deals that will be valid on flagship smartphones from popular brands including OnePlus, Samsung, Apple among others. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2GLY2iW
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