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10 Jun 2021
COVID-19 VaccineAstraZeneca vaccine linked to small risk of low blood platelets
The Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, known in India as Covishield, may be associated with a small risk of developing a blood condition characterized by low platelet counts, according to a UK study.
10 Jun 2021
Samsung MobilesPrior to launch, Samsung Galaxy M32's full specifications leaked
Samsung is gearing up to launch its latest M-series smartphone, called the Galaxy M32, in India soon.
10 Jun 2021
MotorolaMoto G Stylus 5G, with a Snapdragon 480 processor, launched
Motorola has launched the 5G version of its Moto G Stylus smartphone in the US. The handset carries a price-tag of $399 (approximately Rs. 29,000).
10 Jun 2021
VivoVivo Y73 smartphone launched in India at Rs. 21,000
As the latest addition to its Y-series of handsets, Chinese tech giant Vivo has announced the Y73 smartphone in India. It is priced at Rs. 20,990.
10 Jun 2021
Space NewsHere's how you can watch 2021's first annular solar eclipse
A solar eclipse is set to occur during the second half of the day today. This will be the first solar eclipse of the year.
10 Jun 2021
MicrosoftNewsBytes Briefing: Apple keeps Android users in check, and more
"Don't call us, we'll call you," best describes the dynamics between Android and Apple users when it comes to the new cross-platform FaceTime update.
10 Jun 2021
HMD GlobalHMD Global introduces entry-level Nokia C01 Plus smartphone
Expanding its portfolio of affordable smartphones, HMD Global has announced the Nokia C01 Plus handset in the Russian market.
10 Jun 2021
Upcoming Mobile PhonesRealme C21Y, with Android 11 (Go edition), to debut soon
Realme is working to introduce a new entry-level C21Y model. In the latest development, tipster Chun has revealed that the handset will soon debut in Vietnam.
09 Jun 2021
WhatsAppWhatsApp voice calling comes to JioPhone, other KaiOS-based feature phones
Facebook-owned messaging service WhatsApp has joined hands with KaiOS Technologies to enable VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) calling on devices running the latter's operating system.
09 Jun 2021
SonySony WF-1000XM4 TWS earbuds, with ANC and LDAC support, launched
Japanese tech giant Sony has launched its latest true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds, called the Sony WF-1000XM4 in the global markets.
09 Jun 2021
SamsungProduction of Pixel Fold's display rumored to commence in October
Hot on the heels of a leak suggesting that Samsung will make ultra-thin glass (UTG) and OLED panels for Google's rumored foldable Pixel phone, fresh rumors suggest that Samsung will begin production of these specialized display panels in October this year.
09 Jun 2021
Climate ChangeScientists devise novel method for early detection of tropical cyclones
A team of scientists has devised a novel method for the early detection of tropical cyclones.
09 Jun 2021
OnePlusOnePlus Nord CE 5G fully revealed in leaked promo video
OnePlus is all set to announce the Nord CE 5G model in India tomorrow i.e. June 10.
09 Jun 2021
OnePlusAhead of Nord CE 5G's arrival, OnePlus discontinues Nord smartphone
OnePlus seems to have discontinued its Nord model in India as the smartphone has suddenly gone out of stock on Amazon as well as OnePlus's e-store.
09 Jun 2021
OnePlusOnePlus 8T becomes cheaper; now available at Rs. 39,000
OnePlus 8T has received its second price-cut in India, becoming cheaper by Rs. 1,000. The handset now starts at Rs. 38,999 for the 8GB/128GB base model.
09 Jun 2021
CancerMumbai's Tata Memorial Hospital conducts India's first CAR-T cell therapy
The Centre has approved Rs. 19.15 crore for conducting the first-in-human Phase I/II clinical trial of the CAR-T cells, a type of gene therapy, for cancer treatment, the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) said on Tuesday.
09 Jun 2021
HonorHONOR Band 6 launched in India at Rs. 4,000
HONOR has launched its latest smart band, the HONOR Band 6 in India, as a successor to the Band 5. It is priced at Rs. 3,999 and will go on sale from June 14 onwards.
09 Jun 2021
Space NewsNASA's Juno spacecraft snaps first close-ups of Jupiter's largest moon
On June 7, NASA's Juno spacecraft zoomed past Jupiter's largest moon called Ganymede. The spacecraft snapped incredible close-up pictures of the celestial body as it passed by at a distance of 1,038 kilometers from Ganymede, the closest any spacecraft has been to the moon in 20 years.
09 Jun 2021
XiaomiMi 11 Lite to arrive in India on June 22
Xiaomi will launch its Mi 11 Lite model in India on June 22. The smartphone is available in the global markets in both 4G and 5G versions but in India, the tech giant is expected to introduce only the 4G variant.
09 Jun 2021
VivoVivo Y73 tipped to debut in India at Rs. 21,000
Just hours ahead of its launch in India, Vivo Y73's price and renders have been revealed by 91mobiles. As per the report, the handset will be priced at Rs. 20,990 for its 8GB/128GB model.
09 Jun 2021
VivoVivo Y53s 5G, with Snapdragon 480 processor, goes official
As an addition to its Y-series of smartphones, Vivo has launched a new Y53s 5G model in China. The handset carries a starting price-tag of CNY 1,799 (roughly Rs. 20,500).
09 Jun 2021
AppleNewsBytes Briefing: The internet experienced a brief hiccup, and more
Several major news websites and social media platforms such as Reddit were down for about an hour starting 3 PM Indian Standard Time. The disruption was caused by cloud computing services provider Fastly experiencing technical difficulties with its services.
09 Jun 2021
OPPOOPPO A16 appears on Geekbench platform with Helio G35 chipset
OPPO is gearing up to launch a new budget-range smartphone, called the A16.
08 Jun 2021
AppleAll you need to know about Apple's SharePlay
The unrelenting global pandemic may have made it impossible to Netflix and chill, but Apple has a solution: SharePlay. The iPhone maker revealed the latest iOS 15 update to FaceTime at the annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC).
08 Jun 2021
AppleApple unveils new macOS Monterey, refreshed Safari browser at WWDC
Apple's four-day-long worldwide developer conference (WWDC) kicked off on June 7 with a keynote address by CEO Tim Cook.
08 Jun 2021
AppleApple announces improvements for iPadOS, iCloud, and watchOS at WWDC
Apple's worldwide developer conference (WWDC) is officially underway. So far, Apple has unveiled the new iOS 15, iPadOS 15, macOS Monterey, watchOS 8, and a host of accompanying features including an iCloud subscription service.
08 Jun 2021
Samsung MobilesSamsung Galaxy S21 FE's leaked renders reveal five color options
Samsung is gearing up to launch its new Galaxy S21 FE smartphone in August this year, alongside the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3 models.
08 Jun 2021
SamsungSamsung's The Frame QLED 4K TV launched at Rs. 62,000
Samsung has launched the latest version of its The Frame TV in India at a starting price of Rs. 61,990. It comes in five screen sizes ranging from 43-inch to 75-inch.
08 Jun 2021
RealmeRealme GT 5G to be launched globally on June 15
Realme will launch its GT 5G handset in the global markets on June 15, the company has confirmed. To recall, it had debuted in China in March this year.
08 Jun 2021
Income Tax Department of IndiaEverything you should know about I-T Department's new e-filing portal
The Indian government's Income Tax (I-T) department has started using its new taxpayer-friendly portal. The new website (www.incometax.gov.in) replaces the old one (www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in).
08 Jun 2021
OnePlusThis is how OnePlus Nord CE 5G will look like
OnePlus is gearing up to introduce its new mid-range smartphone, the Nord CE 5G, in India on June 10.
08 Jun 2021
XiaomiXiaomi confirms Mi 11 Lite's debut in India
Xiaomi India's Managing Director, Manu Kumar Jain has confirmed the arrival of Mi 11 Lite in India. However, the official launch date is yet to be revealed.
08 Jun 2021
RedditMajor websites including Amazon, The Guardian, CNN, Reddit down
A global internet outage (now resolved) was reported by several internet users around 3 PM Indian Standard Time. The disruption has affected a number of websites including news portals such as CNN, The New York Times, and The Guardian in addition to platforms such as Reddit.
08 Jun 2021
OnePlusOnePlus's most affordable 5G smartphone officially previewed
OnePlus is gearing up to announce a new Nord N200 5G model as its most affordable 5G smartphone yet.
08 Jun 2021
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 LiteSamsung Tab A7 Lite's India launch set for June 23
Samsung will launch its budget-friendly Android tablet, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite, in India on June 23, an Amazon microsite has confirmed.
08 Jun 2021
Latest Mobile PhonesiQOO Z3 5G goes official in India at Rs. 20,000
Expanding its portfolio of 5G smartphones in India, Vivo-backed iQOO has launched the Z3 5G model at a starting price of Rs. 19,990. It is available for purchase via Amazon.
08 Jun 2021
PocoPOCO's first 5G smartphone arrives in India at Rs. 14,000
POCO has launched its first 5G smartphone, the M3 Pro 5G, in India. It carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 13,999 and will go on sale starting June 14 via Flipkart.
08 Jun 2021
AppleEverything Apple revealed about iOS 15 at WWDC 2021
On June 7, Apple kicked off its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). We previously reported that Apple is expected to announce major operating system updates for all its products running on iOS, macOS, iPadOS, and watchOS.
08 Jun 2021
RealmeRealme C25s, with Helio G85 chipset, launched at Rs. 10,000
Realme has launched its latest budget-range smartphone, the C25s, in India. The handset carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 9,999 and will go on sale tomorrow i.e. June 9 via Flipkart.
08 Jun 2021
Samsung MobilesSamsung Galaxy Z Flip3 will be offered in four colors
Samsung is expected to launch its Galaxy Z Flip3 smartphone in August this year. In the latest development, tipster Ice Universe has revealed the color options for the handset.