Hyderabad: Science and Tech stories of the week.
First Solar Eclipse of the year 2021
The solar eclipse of 10th June 2021 is going to be visible only in some parts of India. The impact of this eclipse will be more in countries like America, Europe, Russia, Canada, etc. It will slow down the economic growth and create restlessness among the ruling parties. Read More.
Know the features of Lava smartphones (Z1, Z2, Z4 and Z6) and fitness band, Befit
Domestic smartphone maker Lava Mobiles on Thursday, Jan, unveiled the world's first customizable smartphone that allows customers to choose the component. The handsets, Lava Z1, Z2, Z4 and Z6, are aimed at the budget category with prices starting at Rs 5,499. For all the sports enthusiasts, the company also introduced its first smart band, BeFit. Read More.
Elon Musk tweeted use Signal over WhatsApp
Post, Elon Musk's tweet to his 41.5 million users regarding the use of encrypted messaging app Signal, it saw a significant surge in new users signing up. He also tweeted to apparently shun WhatsApp. Last year, taking a dig at WhatsApp over repeated users' privacy violations amid security vulnerabilities, Musk took to Twitter with a meme, showing various ‘mechanical arm' emojis representing Apple, Google, Microsoft, Samsung, and WhatsApp respectively. Read More.
Uncovering Darknet, Why it is Dangerous
What is Surface Web, Deep Web, and Dark Web? What happens in these three areas of the internet? How the Dark Web or Darknet impacts our lives? All this and more is being answered by Col. Inderjeet Singh, Cybersecurity Expert, Director General, Cyber Security Association of India. Read More.
Galaxy S21 tipped to be Samsung's cheapest flagship 5G phone
The new Samsung smartphone, the Galaxy S21, may be its cheapest-ever 5G flagship mobile device, industry sources here said on Friday, as the company tries to boost handset sales against rival brands. According to the sources, Samsung could release the Galaxy S21 at a price tag of under 1 million won ($916) in South Korea. Samsung's first 5G smartphone, the Galaxy S10 5G, was launched with a price tag of 1.397 million won, while the Galaxy Note 10 was released with a price tag of 1.248 million won in 2019. To launch the Galaxy S21 series at a more affordable price, Samsung reportedly removed chargers from its retail box and applied flat screens with full HD+ resolution for the S21 and the S21 Plus models. Read More.
Samsung launches Galaxy Chromebook 2 with QLED display
Samsung has unveiled its next-generation Galaxy Chromebook 2 with the QLED display panel days ahead of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2021 next week. The Chromebook 2 is priced at $550 and will be available in Fiesta Red and Mercury Gray. The first units will be available in the US before the end of March. Read More.
Fortnite developer Epic acquires RAD Game Tools
Fortnite developer Epic Games has acquired RAD Game Tools, a video game software development company whose products and technology appear in nearly 25,000 games, for an undisclosed sum. The RAD game tools are leveraged by the world's leading gaming companies, including Epic. Read More.
Microorganisms or microbes in our day to day life
Do you know that apart from human beings, animals and plants there are some other living things present around us and yet not visible to anyone? Do you think that it’s possible for a living thing to exist and live with us? With a Big YES, Visalakshi Arigela is explaining that these are micro-organisms and what role they play in our daily lives, where do they live, etc. Read More.
WhatsApp revised Terms and Privacy Policy
WhatsApp is updating its terms and privacy policy. What does this mean? Does it mean our data will remain secure or not? Despite the fact, WhatsApp has been saying End to End Encryption, will all our chats and photos remain safe? All this is explained by Col. Inderjeet Singh, Cyber Security Expert, Director General, Cyber Security Association of India. Read More.
New Products unveiled by Dell Technologies
Jan 6 saw a new range of products and software by Dell Technologies. You can work smarter with the industry’s most intelligent, secure, and sustainable business PCs. 5G-capable PCs and Microsoft Teams certified displays unlock enhanced connectivity and collaboration. Dell elevates sustainability standards with the first commercial PCs to use bioplastics from tree waste. These PCs have built-in low blue light and security technology for a better user experience and more. Read More.
TCL to unveil next gen mini-LED and future display technology at CES 2021
TCL on Jan 6, announced that it is going to showcase the next generation mini-LED and future display technology at the world's largest tech expo 'CES 2021'. which would be held online from January 11 to 14. TCL would join multiple sessions at CES 2021, including the Global Press Announcement, and would share its newest technologies for display as well as present a full range of smart home appliances. Read More.
Google workers unionize, a watershed in Silicon Valley activism
Google employees announced the creation of a union Monday, Jan 4 includes hundreds of workers, marking the culmination of years of rising activism at the internet giant and across Silicon Valley at large, where high salaries and ample perks have long kept unionization at bay. Read More.
New Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G Mobile Platform
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G Mobile Platform, the first 4-series mobile platform equipped with 5G. Snapdragon 480 continues to help drive the further proliferation of 5G, allowing users access to truly global 5G connectivity and series-defying performance to power in-demand productivity and entertainment experiences. Read More.
#Mi10i is here, know all about the features and specifications
Xiaomi subsidiary Mi on Tuesday, Jan 5 launched in a virtual event, its much-awaited 'Mi 10i' smartphone with 108MP primary camera and 5G support in the Indian market. Features of this smartphone include; Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G processor, quad rear camera setup, a 6..67-inch full-HD+, 4,820mAh battery with 33W fast charging support, MIUI 12 based on Android 11, etc. Read More.
OnePlus Fitness Device teased by OnePlus India. #Smart Everywhere
If you are looking for fitness on your wrist, the new OnePlus Fitness Device is for you. #Smart Everywhere. The company has teased about this new device and has opened a quiz competition for the users to win this new fitness device. Read More.
Lenovo launched 'ThinkStation P620' in India
Lenovo launched 'ThinkStation P620', its new generation workstation computer. This powerhouse boasts flexible GPU configurations, faster memory, quicker storage transfer speeds. it has been designed to be the most versatile workstation in the market. Lenovo ThinkShield's customizable security platform along with the other security features gives protection against advanced physical attacks. Read More.
On the road to invisible solar panels: How tomorrow's windows will generate electricity
Ever heard of a fully transparent solar cell? No, a new study by scientists from Incheon National University in Korea shows how to make a fully transparent solar cell. Strange but true. In recent decades, solar cells have become cheaper, more efficient, and environment friendly. Read More.
Buying Guide: Know all about Air Purifiers
What You Breathe Is In Your Hands...Literally! Consumer VOICE has done an independent survey of the top popular brands of air purifiers and analysed them based on certain important parameters. Consumer VOICE air purifier buying guide not only provides the details of the latest brands and models but also gives a few important tips on how to buy the right size air purifier for your home, various types of air purifiers and how to maintain it. Read More.
Smart TV Buying Guide
Are you smart enough to buy the best smart TV? The Indian market is now flooded with various top brands offering smart TVs at a competitive price. Features of Smart TV to look out for include; UHD TV sets, full HD resolution, built-in Wi-Fi, and Ethernet ports to connect to the internet, etc. Read More.
The 11 biggest space missions of 2021 (and their chances of success)
Spaceflight in 2020 did not go as planned. Like nearly everything else in the world, space activity was hit hard by the pandemic. And yet, 2021 looks to be a pretty exciting time for space. Arguably, more is in store, especially as NASA’s ambitions to go back to the moon ramp up and the private space industry continues to grow more rapidly than ever. The 11 missions excited to see a launch or hit new milestones next year include; a trio of Martian missions, Boeing’s second Starliner test, The first CLPS missions to the moon, etc. Read More.
