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iOS 10: Ten new features your iPhones, iPads are set to get

Apple's latest mobile operating system -- iOS 10 -- is rolling our to users globally starting today.




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Your new gadget is just an EMI away

Financial technology startup Finomena lets you buy high-end products and devices through EMIs without a credit score.




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Motorola Moto E3 Power smartphone to launch in India on September 19

Lenovo-owned Motorola is all set to launch its latest budget smartphone – Moto E3 Power, in India. The company has confirmed on its social channels that it will be launching the Moto E3 Power at an event scheduled for September 19. The smartphone will be available exclusively on Flipakrt.




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Facebook rolls out Discover Groups feature in India

The feature lets users browse through groups divided into 25 categories such as parenting, sports, food, buy & sell and more. Each topic page highlights the top suggested groups, based on popularity and group members that users might already know.




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WhatsApp defends its new privacy policy in Delhi High Court

Instant messaging platform WhatsApp today opposed in Delhi High Court a plea alleging that privacy of its users has been threatened by a new privacy policy announced by Facebook, saying regulations were in place and the latter does not have access to any data as it provides end-to-end encryption.




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Apple watchOS 3, tvOS 10: Top features and download guide

To download watchOS 3, users are recommended to install the latest iOS version and keep the Apple Watch’s minimum charge of up to 50%.




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Android Marshmallow share increases, still stays behind Lollipop

Although a significant increase, Android Marshmallow still lies below Android Lollipop, and Kitkat on the list. As per the latest distribution numbers, Android Lollipop 5.0 and v5.1 together run on 35% Android devices, followed by Android Kitkat 4.4 with a 27.7% share.




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RCom, Aircel announce merger; create fourth largest telco in India

​Reliance Communications and Aircel will hold 50% stake each in the new combined entity, which will be listed later. Both companies will also transfer debt of Rs 14,000 crore each. As for the net worth of the new company, it’ll be around Rs 35,000 crore.​




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Apple CEO Tim Cook on India, Steve Jobs, missteps and more

Apple CEO Tim Cook is a man of few words. In an interview to Washington Post, the usually reticent CEO of one of the world's most valuable company talked about a number of things including the 'enormous India opportunity', Steve Jobs, mistakes made during his tenure so far and much more.




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Apple iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus available for pre-order in India

All those Apple fans out there in India waiting desperately to lay there hands on the next iPhones -- iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus -- can now pre-order the new smartphones.




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Fitbit Charge 2 review: Towards a healthier you

Fitness tracking wearables maker Fitbit recently launched its Charge 2 and Flex 2 fitness trackers in India. While the Flex 2 is priced at Rs 9,499, the more expensive Charge 2 bears a price tag of Rs 14,999. The new Fitbit Charge 2 has a heart-rate monitor, a feature previously limited to the 'HR' edition of the Charge only. It comes with a touch-sensitive OLED display, as well as a 3-axis accelerometer, an altimeter and a vibration motor. Fitbit Charge 2 syncs with its companion smartphone app over Bluetooth.




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Apple iOS 10 surpasses iOS 9 in early adoption in just 24 hours

iOS 10 reached 14.45% of eligible devices in the first 24 hours of its release. In comparison, iOS 9 was on 12.60% of eligible device within 24 hours of it being released for all users.




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WhatsApp privacy policy challenged in Delhi High Court: 5 things to know

A public interest litigation in the Delhi High Court (HC) challenges the change in WhatsApp's privacy policy.




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Apple slashes prices of iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus by up to Rs 22,000

Apple has announced biggest-ever price drop for its smartphones in India. Under the new pricing, iPhone 6S (128GB), carying an MRP of Rs 82,000, will now be available at an MRP of Rs 60,000. iPhone 6s Plus (128GB) will now be available at an MRP of Rs 70,000, the smartphone too has received a price cut of Rs 22,000. Apple's 4-inch smartphone iPhone SE, too has got a price cut. The 64GB version of iPhone SE will now be available at Rs 44,000.




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Apple iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus price details revealed, goes up to Rs 92,000

The iPhone 7 Plus 32GB, 128GB and 256GB will cost Rs 72,000, Rs 82,000 and Rs 92,000 respectively




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Texting while driving increases risk of crashing

Don't text while driving as a new study suggests that doing so increases the risk of a crash much more than talking or listening on a mobile phone.




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70m diabetics in India by 2015: Study

India is heading towards a diabetic explosion with 70 million people to be affected by 2015, a decade ahead of expectations.




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UV radiation blinding rural folk, finds study

Why is every alternate person in rural India above the age of 40 blinded by cataract when only one in five in cities has the disease?




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OTC EC and abortion pills cause menstrual problems

Gynaecologists have noticed a sharp spike in cases of menstrual complications among young women who are repeatedly using OTC EC and abortion pills.




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Men who do household chores more likely to marry

According to University of Oxford, Men who do household chores are more likely to marry a girl of their choice.




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Why dentures? Grow new teeth

Scientists in Japan have managed to grow teeth from stem cells, a development that could make dentures redundant.




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Breast cancer cases surge as cervical dips

Fewer women in India now suffer from cervical cancer - counted among the worst of killers. However, breast cancer cases have shot up alarmingly.




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Homeopathy can cure swine flu, claims practitioner

At a time the country is grappling with H1N1 virus and Tamiflu tablet is belived to be the only solution, a well-known medical practitioner today claimed that people can have a cost-effective treatment in homeopathy for swine flu.




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Now, an HIV blocking gel for women

Scientists have developed a "molecular condom", which they claim is a vaginal gel to help protect women from contracting HIV during sexual intercourse.




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New wave of Swine flu could sicken millions

As countries grapple with the Swine flu, experts have warned that a new wave of the deadly virus is ready and could sicken millions.




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Synthetic bedding 'can cause asthma'

A new study has claimed synthetic bedding can aggravate asthma more than feather products as it contains high levels of fungal cells.




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Cadila to apply for clinical trials for swine flu vaccine

Cadila Pharmaceutical will seek the govt's nod in two days for initiating clinical trials for a vaccine against swine flu.




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10 home remedies to avoid swine flu

Are the rising swine flu casualties giving you jitters?




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India should trains its doctors in infectious diseases

With India battling swine flu, an eminent Indian-American doctor has said it is the right time the government in the country accelerate process of training its doctors in infectious diseases or else it could be too late to bring the situation under control.




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A cot mattress that mimics the womb

It's a dream come true for tired-out-moms, a revolutionary new cot mattress which mimics the sensation of the womb to keep babies happy at night.




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'Havan' for bacteria-free homes: Study

Want to lead a healthy life and free your home from bacteria? Perform 'havan' at regular intervals.




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A sweeter broccoli to cut heart diseases

Scientists claimed to have developed a new variety of broccoli that is not only grown naturally, but also tastes sweeter and has 40% more anti-oxidants than the normal to reduce risks of heart disease and cancer.




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Kissing can cause herpes

The Australian Herpes Management Forum says that once you are affected with the Herpes virus, it stays in the body and can reactivate at any time.




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Hysterectomy through belly button leaves no scars

Doctors have operated on a woman which they claim is the first hysterectomy in Europe through a tiny incision in her belly button, leaving no visible outward scars.




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Now just pop a pill to stop blood clots

Blood clots, which are responsible foir killing many people every year, can now be treated without needles, i.e by oral medication.




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Mother's Day 2020: Google Celebrates Moms with Interactive Doodle That Let's You Design Cards

Google explained that its latest doodle was inspired by a surge in searches for 'Homemade Mother’s Day card' and similar searches for 'virtual' gifts and ideas for the holiday.




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Microsoft Admits Surface Laptop 3 Develops Mysterious Screen Cracks & Will Repair For Free

Corrective measures are finally in place. At least the repairs will be free, after users have struggled to get the repairs done over the past few months. And if you have already paid for a repair for this issue, you can get a reimbursement.




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Broadband Buying Guide: Spectra Plans Start at Rs 899, Speeds up to 1Gbps & Unlimited Voice Calls

Spectra is competing with the likes of Reliance JioFiber, Airtel Xstream broadband and ACT Fibernet, to name a few. And the company has some rather unique plans, in terms of what is bundled, depending on the duration you choose to pay for in one go.




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How I Got My Work Machine Just Right: Apple MacBook Pro, Microsoft 365, Google Drive & More

There is no right or wrong, With the combination of hardware and software as well as subscriptions that work for you, you'll not get sidetracked every now and then by annoying eccentricities. Things need to simply work and work well.




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Apple iPhone 12 Pro Vs Samsung Galaxy Note 20+: Expectations From Upcoming Flagships

Smartphones are evolving every year and the speed of transition is pretty quick, where the devices get a complete overhaul every year with respect to looks, features, and specifications. Samsung and Apple are some of the brands that are known for




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iQOO Z1 Tipped To Feature Dimensity 1000+ Chipset Dedicated For Gaming

Vivo's sub-brand iQOO has been making a name for itself with a couple of flagship devices like the iQOO Neo 3. More recently, when MediaTek announced the new Dimensity 1000+ chipset, iQOO said it would launch a smartphone with the processor.




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Motorola Razr 2019 Finally Up For Grabs In India Via Flipkart

Motorola revived its classic Razr last year as the Moto Razr 2019. The device came along with the foldable clamshell dual-display design and is one of the most expensive Motorola offerings to date. The device was supposed to go on sale




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At least six killed in protests over food distribution in Afghanistan

At least six were killed when protesters angry over what they see as unfair food aid distribution during the coronavirus pandemic clashed with police in Afghanistan's western Ghor province on Saturday, according to officials.




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Hyundai EMI Assurance Program Announced: Supports Working Individuals For Car Loan Repayments

Hyundai India has announced a unique ‘EMI Assurance' program due to the Covid-19 pandemic in the country. The new initiative supports working individuals with repayment of car loans in case any employment uncertainty.




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Ashok Leyland Records Zero Sales Figures For The Month Of April Amidst COVID-19

Ashok Leyland has released the sales report for zero sales in April due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The nationwide lockdown was supposed to be lifted by May 4 but seeing the current scenario, the government has further extended it to May 17.




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Honda Plans A Sub-4 Metre Compact SUV For India — Likely To Be Called ZR-V

Honda is reportedly planning a sub-4 metre SUV for the Indian market. Like the other cars in the portfolio, like the CR-V, BR-V and WR-V names, the company is likely to call it the ZR-V at the time of launch.




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BMW India Announces Resumption Of Limited Operations At Chennai Facility

BMW Group India has announced a start in operations at their Chennai based facility today. Operations have begun in accordance with guidelines issued by local authorities. Production at the facility has started with less than 50 per cent of the company's




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Lamborghini Huracan EVO Rear-Wheel Drive Spyder Launched Via Augmented Reality — An Industry First

Italian supercar manufacturer, Lamborghini, has virtually launched its Huracan EVO Rear-Wheel Drive Spyder in augmented reality, an unprecedented, and definitely an industry first for an unveiling.




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New Mahindra Thar Spied Ahead Of India Launch: Testing Resumes As Lockdown Eased

The 2020 Mahindra Thar has been spotted testing ahead of its launch in India. Vehicle testing has resumed as the nation-wide lockdown has been eased in certain states across the country.




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Skoda Octavia RS 245 Deliveries: 44 Out Of 200 Allocated Units Sold In Bengaluru

Skoda Octavia RS 245 deliveries have commenced in the country. The company has started to deliver the performance sedan as the nation-wide lockdown has been eased at select cities including Bengaluru.