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BSNL jumps into data and validity revision game, update its prepaid plans

January 12, 2018

Before the revision, Vodafone customers doing recharge of ₹458 or ₹509 were offered free local and STD voice calls, free outgoing on roaming, 100 local and national SMS per day, and, 1 GB 3G/4G data per day. All calls are free in these plans. The data offered, just as that of Airtel and Jio , is 3G/4G. Those who happen to use excessive internet data can buy a plan for anywhere between Rs 300 to Rs 350 a month, or 28 days to be precise.

Facebook to reportedly release an Echo Show competitor with facial recognition

January 12, 2018

According to a report in a United States website Cheddar .com, the device, known as "Portal", will be controlled using voice commands and include augmented and virtual reality features along with facial recognition. The device is reportedly part of Facebook's Building 8, its secretive R&D center for hardware projects. While it is going to be a home speaker like the Echo and Google Home, its functions reportedly give more emphasis in providing more options for communication.

Latest Fortnite update goes live today with Cosy Campfires

January 12, 2018

Cozy Campfire will be a new "trap" item that will be used for healing. This lets users cozy up with friends and heal up before the next battle. When put on the ground, the Cozy Campfire heals all players in its radius +2 HP per second for about 15 seconds.

North Korea May Be Using Crypto Mining, Hacking To Fund Government

January 12, 2018

Experts say it exploits the processing capacity of the affected computers to solve complex math problems to generate the currency. Allegations leveled at North Korea may have been confirmed after a report by AlienVault labs found a virus that mines Monero using the victim's system, later sending it over to Kim Il Sung University in the country's capital.

(NASDAQ:MSFT) Shares Sold by Sit Investment Associates Inc

January 12, 2018

The stock increased 0.86% or $0.18 during the last trading session, reaching $21.19. About 17.81 million shares traded. Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT ) last released its earnings results on Thursday, October 26th. MRK's profit will be $2.56 billion for 15.31 P/E if the $0.94 EPS becomes a reality. After $-0.25 actual earnings per share reported by Depomed, Inc.

Pokémon GO Won't Support Older iPhones and iPads in Next Update

January 12, 2018

This is due to the fact that the Pokemon GO app now pushes the power of the older operating systems beyond their capabilities. The updates protect Apple devices against the Spectre and Meltdown security vulnerabilities which were recently found to affect almost all processors made over the last 10 years.

Nintendo Switch is now the fastest-selling game console in US history

January 12, 2018

Unlike most systems, the Switch is able to cater to gamers whether they prefer to play at home on the road, thanks to its portable size. That's the highest for any home console released in the country. The company says that a strong library of games continues to fuel momentum for the console. Games like Kirby Star Allies, Bayonetta , Bayonetta 2 and a new Yoshi title are expected to release this year.

Ex-Home Eagles Star Abdullahi Backs Team For Success At CHAN

January 12, 2018

In 2015, the team coached by Sunday Oliseh also defeated Burkina Faso to qualify for the finals, but lost out at group phase in the finals in Rwanda few months later. This year's CHAN will run from January 13 to February 4 in Morocco. Nigeria is participating for the third time in the championship since its inception in 2009 in Cote d'Ivoire, with the Eagles playing their opening match on January 15 against Rwanda.

Soon, you can share Instagram Stories as WhatsApp Status

January 12, 2018

Previously, Instagram rolls out a new feature that allows users to follow hashtags.it is easier to stay connected with the interests, hobbies, passions and communities the person care about. This new feature will work by using the public API (application program interface) which will allow developers to integrate WhatsApp with third-party apps.

Alaska Airlines Receives Single Operating Certificate from FAA

January 12, 2018

The two carriers now operate on a single operating certificate, and Virgin America will drop its air traffic control call sign "Redwood" for Alaska's simple "Alaska". More than 110 employees from both airlines worked to obtain the single operating certificate. Among them, as of January 1, the Virgin America loyalty program integrated with Alaska Mileage Plan, and the company transitioned to a single payroll and benefits program.

Brokerage Overview of: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV (NYSE:FCAU)

January 12, 2018

Jefferies maintained Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (NYSE: FCAU ) on Tuesday, August 15 with "Buy" rating . Accern ranks coverage of companies on a scale of negative one to one, with scores closest to one being the most favorable. have increased by more than 22.48% this year alone. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. has a quick ratio of *tba measuring its ability to meet its short term obligations with its most liquid assets.

Kesari first look: Akshay Kumar looks like a fierce Sikh warrior

January 12, 2018

And the film tells the story that how Akshay transforms his life from village man to an innovator who provides best and cheaper sanitary napkins for the women. Made with a whopping budget of Rs 400 cr, 2.0 is reportedly the second most expensive film in Asia. "So even if Pad Man is able to make a difference to 5 per cent of the women who have not been using pads, it is still a huge thing".

Sonam Kapoor spotted jewellery shopping with Anand Ahuja's mother

January 12, 2018

Rhea wants to ensure that the newlyweds' honeymoon is a lush and exotic affair. As such, it's an uphill task for Rhea to plan a top-class luxury retreat for her sister's honeymoon. The news of their marriage got unfurled and it is expected that the couple will tie the nuptial knot of marriage at a Jodhpur palace in March 2018.

Hyperkin's Ultra GB: An Aluminum Game Boy Classic

January 12, 2018

Obviously a Game Boy Classic Edition must be on the way from Nintendo , right? Now the original Game Boy is making a comeback , 28 years later - with a new version made by tech firm Hyperkin. Yes, it's true that game Boy games only generate mono sound, but the speakers are there because the Ultra GB is also being optimized for chiptune musicians who use the Game Boy to create electronic tunes.

Google Duo update allows you to call people without the app installed

January 12, 2018

The popular video calling app Google Duo comes up with new features . Reports, however, say this ability to make Duo calls to even those who aren't using the app is now restricted to Android users. If you don't have Duo installed on your phone and want to make a call, then you will have to first install the app. At the CES 2018, the company further demonstrated how Duo will work on Smart Displays using Lenovo's Smart Display, which suggests that it won't be long before the same starts ...

Land Rover Marks 70th Anniversary with Restoration of Classic 4x4

January 12, 2018

For years the whereabouts of this launch Land Rover was a mystery. Following its surprise discovery just a few miles outside of Solihull, UK - where the vehicle was first built - the experts at Jaguar Land Rover Classic spent months researching in company archives to unravel its ownership history and confirm its provenance.

Huawei wins IPR infringement case over Samsung in China

January 12, 2018

A Chinese court today ruled that Samsung Electronics should stop infringing on intellectual property rights of 4G patents held by Huawei Technologies. There's information regarding the damages Huawei will receive and if there are any whatsoever. Although the ruling will not immediately affect the sales volume of Samsung Electronics products, Huawei will take advantage of this legal victory as an opportunity to publicize its technological prowess.

Micromax to launch first Android Go phone at just Rs 2000

January 12, 2018

Since the rumored Nokia 1 is expected to arrive as an Android Go phone, it is likely to cost around Rs. 2,000 (~$30) in India. These apps will be optimised to consume less RAM and less space on phone. The phones will come with a lighter version of core Google apps like Google Go, Google Maps Go, Gmail Go, YouTube Go, Google Assistant Go, Files Go , etc.

Consumers spend more time on Snapchat than Instagram

January 12, 2018

To boost usage, Snapchat has expanded into news and entertainment with its Discover platform, beefed up its voice-calling capabilities, and this year it launched Snap Map , which lets users see friends' locations. By most users, the section of the app reserved for publisher content is ignored, which is known as Discovered . The data, which covered the period from April to September, indicates that only 21 percent of users view Discover daily.

Toyota Gazoo GR Super Sport Concept hints at Supra hybrid powertrain

January 12, 2018

Toyota only makes boring cars? Toyota has taken the wraps off its GR Super Sport Concept, featuring hybrid technology developed from the Japanese manufacturer's LMP1 program. Toyota argues that its continued participation in the FIA World Endurance Championship is needed to develop "cutting-edge hybrid systems and electrified vehicle systems".

Nokia 8's camera gets a 68 score from DxOMark

January 12, 2018

The overall score puts the smartphone below the likes of the Lava Z25 and above Gionee S10L. When it comes to bokehs, the dual camera system is good, but not the best in class. Bokeh, on the other hand, seems to be good enough. For stabilization, DxOMark says it's on par with the Galaxy S6 edge from 3 years ago. The Nokia 2 is the most affordable device priced under Rs 7,000, whereas the Nokia 8 is the most expensive of the lot, priced at Rs 37,000.

HTC U11 EYEs arriving next week

January 12, 2018

In a tweet, the venerable Evan Blass reveals the codenamed Harmony device. HTC is expanding its Edge Sense technology to this budget phone as well, where users will be able to trigger pre-set actions via a simple squeeze of the phone. HTC usually brands the device with "Eye" if both the front and the rear camera setups are identical (e.g Desire Eye). As usual, there are two RAM and storage configurations of 4GB RAM + 64GB storage and 6GB RAM + 128GB storage.

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV (FCAU) Upgraded at Vetr Inc

January 12, 2018

About 1.70 million shares traded. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (NYSE: FCAU ) now has a "Buy" signals on Composite indicators by TrendSpotter. It has outperformed by 37.26% the S&P500.The move comes after 8 months positive chart setup for the $34.98B company.

Incredible mid-drift refuelling helps BMW set two world records

January 12, 2018

This carefully choreographed dance between the two cars earned BMW a second Guiness World Record: longest twin vehicle water-assisted drift. The 2013 record was set when Schwartz drifted an unmodified 2013 BMW M5 sedan for 51.278 miles at the site in Greer.

Apple delays iPhone 6 Plus battery replacements due to supply shortage

January 12, 2018

Apple iPhone 8 with 64GB storage is retailing at Rs 54,999 on the website, down from the original price of Rs 64,000. The iPhone 7 Plus includes a dual rear camera, and there's another Rs 18,000 off on exchange. Documents sent to Apple stores and certified re-sellers have revealed Apple will not replace old iPhone 6 Plus batteries due to a lack of supplies until late March, early April.

Destiny 2 content categories defined by Bungie

January 12, 2018

We won't have to wait long to see what exactly Bungie has planned, as the "This Week at Bungie " blog post is set to go live sometime later today. Since its launch, Eververse has been a contentious part of the Destiny 1 and Destiny 2 ecosystem, and frustrations with the microtransaction store only exacerbated with the recent Dawning event.

Cryptos plunge as S.Korea plans trading ban

January 12, 2018

This year, business leaders are voicing their opinion on the crypto phenomenon, leading to price fluctuations. The boom has alarmed Korean authorities. However, analysts note that the proposal is only one of many and still has a long way to go. The Chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway said, "In terms of cryptocurrencies, generally, I can say with nearly certainty that they will come to a bad ending".

Google Doodle remembers author Paton

January 12, 2018

This iconic line comes from Cry, the Beloved Country , the novel by famed South African author Alan Paton, who is also the honouree of Thursday's Google doodle. Paton, who was subject to intense corporal punishment as a child, grew up strongly opposing authoritarianism, and in 1953, he co-founded the Liberal Party of South Africa opposing the National Party's apartheid legislation.

Ford Will Officially Reveal The 2018 Mustang Bullitt Next Week

January 12, 2018

The Automotive News report, which cited an anonymous source familiar with the matter, caps weeks of rumors that a Bullitt special-edition Mustang would appear in Detroit. The 2018 version is sure to be finished in an nearly identical green paint and is set to feature a set of five-spoke black wheels with a chrome lip along similar lines to those on the vehicle in the movie.

Vivo Shows First Onscreen Fingerprint Sensor

January 12, 2018

Having said that, the real thing here is the fingerprint sensor on this smartphone. Vivo will be launching the device in early 2018. In addition to Korean brands Samsung and LGE which make AMOLED panels by their own, Chinese smartphone brands such as OPPO, Vivo , Meizu, Gionee, Xiaomi and Huawei will also have chance to embed in-display fingerprint sensor for AMOLED panel in their new models to release in 2018.

Lotus Evora GT410 Sport revealed

January 11, 2018

Starting at £85,900, there is no doubt that the Evora still has an incredible natural ability to entertain, however at that price point rivals like the Porsche 911 Carrera make the Lotus and its quirks increasingly hard to justify. As standard your GT410 will come with Cup 2s and a sports suspension arrangement comprising Eibach springs and Bilstein dampers. Tick all the lightweight options boxes (titanium exhaust, fancy Ohlins dampers, etc) and you'll have a auto 28kg lighter than the old ...

Kia Forte teased ahead of its Detroit debut

January 11, 2018

The new face is fresh, but still unmistakably Kia thanks to the trademark tiger nose grille that's now slimmer. The sporty sedan has certainly given its looks to the new Forte, especially when discussing the muscular rear - but there's also a bit of the Sportage crossover in there, given the horizontal strip connection between the taillights.

Hyrule Warriors Is Coming To Switch

January 11, 2018

Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition is coming to Switch. Specifically, the Switch version will bring over all 29 playable characters across both the Wii U and 3DS editions of the game, along with all previous downloadable content that was released after the game's launch on those systems.

Microsoft Warns Meltdown And Spectre Patches Will Really Slow Down Older Computers

January 11, 2018

They affect processors by making them vulnerable to viruses that could steal data. Intel said it had began distributing firmware updates to OEM partners in December 2017. "For context, on newer CPUs such as on Skylake and beyond, Intel has refined the instructions used to disable branch speculation to be more specific to indirect branches, reducing the overall performance penalty of the Spectre mitigation".

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze hits Switch on May 4

January 11, 2018

And now it's making its way over to the Switch. The new version of TWEWY features redone HD graphics, Joy-Con motion control support, and a new Epilogue. What other port of a title for Wii U would you like to see on the hybrid console? More information on the game will likely be coming soon, so be sure to stay tuned for that.

Samsung Galaxy S9 Confirmed To Debut At MWC 2018: What To Expect

January 11, 2018

This year, the Samsung Galaxy S9 will battle with LG G7, announcement of which is already under a different name (LG abandoned the G-series) will be held in March. Samsung's smartphone roster for 2018 is pretty impressive and is helmed by the Galaxy S9. It is powered by a 2.2 GHz octa-core Snapdragon 625 processor and Adreno 506 GPU.

Final Fantasy XV Returns To Haunt Kingdom Hearts 3!

January 11, 2018

For instance, the game will finally run at 60FPS, and the New Game Plus and New Game Minus modes will be accessible from the beginning, and all players will be able to switch the background music to the original, re-orchestrated, and soundtrack versions.

Razer Announces Battery-Free Wireless Gaming Mouse Mamba HyperFlux

January 11, 2018

Meanwhile, the Firefly HyperFlux needs to be plugged into a computer to function. This explains why some parts of the mouse were intentionally left out, including its battery. At the core of the power delivery system is the Firefly HyperFlux mousepad, which wirelessly transmits power to the Mamba HyperFlux through the wonders of electromagnetism.

Huawei Blasts US Carriers Over Cancelled AT&T Deal, Potential Security Threat

January 11, 2018

A second deal is also looking shaky. AT&T walked away from a deal to sell the Huawei smartphone, Mate 10 , to customers in the United States, however, Huawei has also confirmed that it will not sell its flagship Mate 10 Pro smartphone in the US via AT&T , but it would still release "new products" in U.S.

Super Mario Odyssey Free February Update Adds Balloon World Mini-Game

January 11, 2018

Balloon World will unlock after beating the main game and it is basically a unique form of Hide-and-Seek. If players are unable to find your balloon in a set period of time, that also increases your ranking over time. Hide It has players hiding a balloon for other players to find, and Find It has players searching for a balloon hidden by other players. The new Super Mario Odyssey update hits this February and will also bring with it some new costumes for Mario to wear as well as some ...

Samsung Unveils The Wall

January 11, 2018

The massive TV is said to have been designed by using a modular system of smaller panels grouped together. Few of the new TVs will cost as much as Samsung's 146-inch, modular, Micro LED television, dubbed The Wall, however, but the company also revealed it would also launch an 85-inch 8K television in Australia later this year.

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, Hyrule Warriors Coming to Nintendo Switch

January 11, 2018

It's not a brand new Donkey Kong game, but for the jammin beats and fun platforming of Tropical Freeze , I'll settle in for this fun May release once again while my Wii U gathers dust. Plus, it means that Retro Studios is likely hard at work on a new game. The Wii U hit marks the Donkey Kong franchise's first, full-fledged debut on the company's latest console.

Dark Souls Remastered Is Coming To The Nintendo Switch

January 11, 2018

Dark Souls' brilliant boss fights, incredible combat system, punishing difficulty, learn by doing design, and intricate worlds made it a revolution in game design that is often cited by modern developers as a turning point in the industry.

Samsung juices its HBM2 to 2.4 GT/s and names it Aquabolt

January 11, 2018

The successor to the groundbreaking first generation "Flarebolt", the Samsung Aquabolt HBM2 will deliver a whopping 2.4 gigabits per second (Gbps) of memory per pin, making it the industry's fastest DRAM performance and paving the way for even faster calculations on the latest supercomputers, AI solutions and enabling even more powerful graphics cards to come out on the market.

Honda Insight Prototype is ready for its Detroit debut

January 11, 2018

As the company freely admits, the Insight Prototype - which will be officially unveiled at next week's Detroit Motor Show - previews a brand new saloon that will go on sale next year. The hybrid will be powered by a third-generation of Honda's two-motor hybrid system that will combine a 1.5L four-cylinder engine to an electric motor and lithium-ion battery.

Facebook Testing Local News Section Called 'Today In'

January 11, 2018

The test is now live for a new section called " Today In " in six U.S. cities, CNET reported on Thursday. This should help assuage some of the "fake news" concerns that have plagued Facebook over the past year or more. There's no word yet on when the feature will roll out to all US cities. Donald Trump's surprising victory in USA presidential election was the major cause where tech giants faced a strong backlash from the public on spreading fake news.

LG G7 launch delayed; mass production to begin in March

January 11, 2018

The device is also rumored to come with an nearly bezel free display. It said the phone will be powered by the Snapdragon 845 chipset, a possible reason why the G7 is likely to be released after the Samsung Galaxy S9 series that is set to receive the initial supply of the new chipset.

BlackBerry KEYone's New Bronze Edition Launched: Two Upcoming BB Smartphones Coming Soon

January 11, 2018

As soon as we get some more details on the exact launch date of the new BlackBerry KeyOne Bronze Edition smartphone we will let you guys know. "This means customers can expect to see at least two new BlackBerry smartphones from us later this year".

HMD Global Trademarks Asha Brand; New Asha Feature Phones Coming Soon?

January 11, 2018

Report from EUIPO filing states that the Asha trademark can be used "for Computer software platform used in mobile telephones and smartphones; mobile phones and smartphones and Wireless communication services namely for computer software used in mobile telephones and smartphones".

Security researchers flag invite bug in WhatsApp group chats

January 11, 2018

Facebook's Chief Security Officer Alex Stamos responded to the report on Twitter , saying, "Read the Wired article today about WhatsApp - scary headline!" It also points out that WhatsApp users are able to view the membership of a group by tapping "group info", and can verify the security code of individual members for added security.

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