Hyderabad: Science and Tech stories of the week.
Google brings out new app review process to lessen future policy violations
In order to curb policy violations, Google launched a new app review process. This new update will help enhance the mobile app inventory quality for developers who choose to monetize with either AdMob or Ad Manager platforms. Read More
1 in 4 online users allow apps access to mic, webcam: Study
According to a global study conducted by cybersecurity firm Kaspersky, a quarter of online users always give apps and services permission to access their microphone or webcam. Overall awareness of webcam security is promisingly high, with nearly six-in-ten worried that someone could be watching them through their webcam without them knowing. Also, 60 percent concerned that this could be done via malicious software. Read More
Indian astronomers trace rare supernova explosion to WR stars
A rare supernova explosion helped Indian Astronomers trace WR stars. Supernovae are highly energetic explosions in the universe releasing an enormous amount of energy. Read More
Realme sets new smartphone quality standard for young users
Realme unveiled a new smartphone quality standard for young users in the presence of renowned German certification agency TUV Rheinland, whose certifications are offered to handsets ranging from flagship to affordable ones. Realme has got the TUV Rheinland smartphone High-Reliability Certification. C21 and Realme C25 are the first smartphones to obtain this certification. Read More
Samsung powers remote laundry care with connected washing machine
Ever thought of washing your clothes just before leaving the office so that you can pull them out for drying as soon as you reach home? This is now possible with Samsung's new range of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled and connected washing machine with Hindi and English user interface. the new models come with "Hygiene Steam" technology. Read More
Realme launches 3 affordable C series smartphones in India
Realme has launched its entry-level smartphone C series in India with three smartphones, Realme C20, Realme C21 and Realme C25. Realme C20 has a 6.5-inch display. The 6.5-inch Realme C21 comes with MediaTek Helio G35. Realme C25 is powered by a MediaTek Helio G70 processor. Read More
Apple News+ may reach 19mn subscribers by 2023
In a recent analysis by Krish Sankar, Apple News+ could reach 19mn subscribers by 2023. The analyst adds that Apple's advertising endeavours could be on an encouraging trajectory because of the maturation of Apple Search Ads (ASA) on the App Store. Read More
NASA’s Odyssey Orbiter Marks 20 Historic Years of Mapping Mars
NASA’s 2001 Mars Odyssey spacecraft launched 20 years ago on April 7, making it the oldest spacecraft still working at the Red Planet. The orbiter, which takes its name from Arthur C. Clarke’s classic sci-fi novel “2001: A Space Odyssey” (Clarke blessed its use before launch), was sent to map the composition of the Martian surface, providing a window to the past so scientists could piece together how the planet evolved. But it’s done far more than that, uncovering troves of water ice, serving as a crucial communications link for other spacecraft, and helping to pave the way not just for safer landings but also future astronauts. Read More
'Vaccines for All' all new sticker pack on Whatsapp
In order to help connect the government and international organization with the people for vaccine information, widely used messenger WhatsApp has introduced stickers for the users to address joy and relief about the possibilities of the COVID-19 vaccines. Read More
Facebook to add labels to satire pages in News Feed
Facebook has applying labels including 'public official,' fan page or satire page to posts in News Feed, so people can better understand who they're coming from. Facebook made attempts to make the context of posts in the News Feed clearer even earlier too. Read More
Nokia maker HMD Global introduces 6 new phones
Nokia has launched six new smartphones in three distinct series with innovative features. The smartphones are Nokia X20, Nokia X10, Nokia G20, Nokia G10, Nokia C20 and Nokia C10. the Nokia X20 and Nokia X10, powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G Mobile Platform. Finding that perfect balance between specs and affordability is what the G-series is all about. Read More
OnePlus unveils 'OnePlus 9R 5G' in India for gaming enthusiasts
Oneplus has unveiled a new smartphone of its latest OnePlus 9 series, the OnePlus 9R 5G. OnePlus 9R 5G is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 mobile platform. It features a 6.55-inch Fluid AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate. It houses a 4,500 mAh battery along with super-fast Warp Charge 65 technology. Read More
