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WhatsApp Will Share Your Personal Phone Number With Facebook
- August 26, 2016
The thinking behind this is that you will receive better friend suggestions and also supposedly help Facebook show you more relevant ads . Some users aired their outrage on Twitter over WhatsApp handing over their phone numbers to Facebook . (more...)
- August 26, 2016
The thinking behind this is that you will receive better friend suggestions and also supposedly help Facebook show you more relevant ads . Some users aired their outrage on Twitter over WhatsApp handing over their phone numbers to Facebook . (more...)
Microsoft's iPhone keyboard takes aim at Google with new built-in search
- August 26, 2016
The update also enables users to search contacts and look up for restaurants nearby. That shouldn't come as much of a surprise, though, as it is running on Bing. There are also user feedbacks that suggest integration of Word Flow into SwiftKey would make it easier for iPhone users to type with just a swipe. As a little reminder, it first rolled out back in April, and at the time, users received it well because of how it makes things easier when it comes to accessing documents and whatnot. (more...)
- August 26, 2016
The update also enables users to search contacts and look up for restaurants nearby. That shouldn't come as much of a surprise, though, as it is running on Bing. There are also user feedbacks that suggest integration of Word Flow into SwiftKey would make it easier for iPhone users to type with just a swipe. As a little reminder, it first rolled out back in April, and at the time, users received it well because of how it makes things easier when it comes to accessing documents and whatnot. (more...)
We're finally going to be able to book Ubers in advance
- August 26, 2016
The feature will roll out to Uber for Business customers from 4pm on the 25th of August, 2016. The process of booking a time slot will be handled by Uber internally so it is unclear how it will divvy up journeys to Uber drivers. Sometimes you want to schedule a pickup in advance so you can rest assured an Uber will be available when you need it, especially if it's for a 4am ride to the airport", says Uber. (more...)
- August 26, 2016
The feature will roll out to Uber for Business customers from 4pm on the 25th of August, 2016. The process of booking a time slot will be handled by Uber internally so it is unclear how it will divvy up journeys to Uber drivers. Sometimes you want to schedule a pickup in advance so you can rest assured an Uber will be available when you need it, especially if it's for a 4am ride to the airport", says Uber. (more...)
India talks tough with Pakistan, says willing to discuss terror
- August 26, 2016
He said Pakistan has been sensitising the worldwide community about plight of people in Occupied Kashmir and would also continue its moral, diplomatic and political support for peaceful struggle for right to self-determination. He said large-scale reaction against Modi's remarks in Pakistan especially in Balochistan and Gilgit-Baltistan also exposed Indian designs. The spokesman said preparations are on for hosting of 19th SAARC summit in Pakistan in November this year. (more...)
- August 26, 2016
He said Pakistan has been sensitising the worldwide community about plight of people in Occupied Kashmir and would also continue its moral, diplomatic and political support for peaceful struggle for right to self-determination. He said large-scale reaction against Modi's remarks in Pakistan especially in Balochistan and Gilgit-Baltistan also exposed Indian designs. The spokesman said preparations are on for hosting of 19th SAARC summit in Pakistan in November this year. (more...)
Model S reaches battery limit
- August 25, 2016
As mentioned, Tesla's own maxed out previous Model S before today could manage 0-60 in 2.6 seconds. The new battery is being offered on performance models of the Model S sedan and the Model X crossover (i.e. New cars with the upgraded battery option will start at $134,500 and will be produced at a lower volume than the manufacturer's other vehicles, due to the complexity of the battery pack. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
As mentioned, Tesla's own maxed out previous Model S before today could manage 0-60 in 2.6 seconds. The new battery is being offered on performance models of the Model S sedan and the Model X crossover (i.e. New cars with the upgraded battery option will start at $134,500 and will be produced at a lower volume than the manufacturer's other vehicles, due to the complexity of the battery pack. (more...)
Don't play political football over Scorpene leak, says expert
- August 25, 2016
DCNS, whose two-third is owned by the French government, will be designing 12 new submarines for Australia; deal is worth 50 bn USA dollars, and the leak might compromise the security of classified data on the submarines, as per the report. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
DCNS, whose two-third is owned by the French government, will be designing 12 new submarines for Australia; deal is worth 50 bn USA dollars, and the leak might compromise the security of classified data on the submarines, as per the report. (more...)
Destiny is now free on Xbox One… sort of
- August 25, 2016
The letter reads, "Activision Publishing, along with its partners at Bungie, expects to bring a large new expansion to Destiny in 2016 and to release a full game sequel in 2017". " Destiny's " upcoming expansion, " Rise of Iron ", will be yet another story-driven add-on for the game, although this time around, there will be more emphasis placed on the game's extensive history. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
The letter reads, "Activision Publishing, along with its partners at Bungie, expects to bring a large new expansion to Destiny in 2016 and to release a full game sequel in 2017". " Destiny's " upcoming expansion, " Rise of Iron ", will be yet another story-driven add-on for the game, although this time around, there will be more emphasis placed on the game's extensive history. (more...)
Is Khal Drogo Returning to Game of Thrones for Season 7?
- August 25, 2016
Although he's soon going to be playing Arthur Curry AKA Aquaman in the upcoming Justice League movie, you probably know Jason Momoa best as Khal Drogo from Game of Thrones . All the prophecies that look impossible have been fulfilled, according to Radio Times that seem to point that Drogo's return will happen in " Game Of Thrones " Season 7. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Although he's soon going to be playing Arthur Curry AKA Aquaman in the upcoming Justice League movie, you probably know Jason Momoa best as Khal Drogo from Game of Thrones . All the prophecies that look impossible have been fulfilled, according to Radio Times that seem to point that Drogo's return will happen in " Game Of Thrones " Season 7. (more...)
Alita: Battle Angel Courts Christoph Waltz for Mentor Role
- August 25, 2016
While Fox are yet to announce a release date for the movie, THR states that the studio is aiming for July 2018 . James Cameron initially attempted to bring Battle Angel to the big screen, but after a decade of gestation he stepped aside from the director's chair to focus on the Avatar sequels. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
While Fox are yet to announce a release date for the movie, THR states that the studio is aiming for July 2018 . James Cameron initially attempted to bring Battle Angel to the big screen, but after a decade of gestation he stepped aside from the director's chair to focus on the Avatar sequels. (more...)
Leak: Google Working on a Customizable Navbar in Nougat
- August 25, 2016
Android 7.0 Nougat Data Saver: While many users have unlimited data or access to Wi-Fi, not everyone is that lucky. That's beneficial because it reduces the need to skip around from app to app. Android 7.0 Nougat delivers a number of improvements in this area, including using a smarter "trusted face" for unlocking your device, file-based encryption, and direct booting that delivers notifications before you even log in with a password. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Android 7.0 Nougat Data Saver: While many users have unlimited data or access to Wi-Fi, not everyone is that lucky. That's beneficial because it reduces the need to skip around from app to app. Android 7.0 Nougat delivers a number of improvements in this area, including using a smarter "trusted face" for unlocking your device, file-based encryption, and direct booting that delivers notifications before you even log in with a password. (more...)
Here are the Sony devices that will receive Android 7.0 Nougat
- August 25, 2016
Below you'll find seven reasons that you'll want to install Android 7.0 on your smartphone. However, the recent released Note 7 has a Marshmallow OS fresh from the box. Quick Settings: This next new feature is similar to the previous one. Here's how to access the System UI Tuner, and a quick rundown of what it can do with Android 7.0. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Below you'll find seven reasons that you'll want to install Android 7.0 on your smartphone. However, the recent released Note 7 has a Marshmallow OS fresh from the box. Quick Settings: This next new feature is similar to the previous one. Here's how to access the System UI Tuner, and a quick rundown of what it can do with Android 7.0. (more...)
Fastest Tesla auto goes even faster, Musk says
- August 25, 2016
The new P100D is capable of going from 0-60mph in just 2.5 seconds, with Tesla adding its the third-fastest production vehicle ever. The new version of Tesla's auto does not come cheap. Tesla Motors says a new version of the Model S electric auto is the quickest production vehicle in the world to reach 60 miles per hour. That makes what was already the world's quickest SUV even faster, Tesla said. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
The new P100D is capable of going from 0-60mph in just 2.5 seconds, with Tesla adding its the third-fastest production vehicle ever. The new version of Tesla's auto does not come cheap. Tesla Motors says a new version of the Model S electric auto is the quickest production vehicle in the world to reach 60 miles per hour. That makes what was already the world's quickest SUV even faster, Tesla said. (more...)
'Destructive tornado' in central Indiana
- August 25, 2016
Kokomo was struck by a tornado in November 2013 as a series of storms swept across six states that killed eight people in all. Pence returned to his home state Wednesday evening. He says "it's a madhouse", but that there haven't been any reported injuries. It has been confirmed that rooftops have been blown off, homes are damaged and tree limbs are on the ground. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Kokomo was struck by a tornado in November 2013 as a series of storms swept across six states that killed eight people in all. Pence returned to his home state Wednesday evening. He says "it's a madhouse", but that there haven't been any reported injuries. It has been confirmed that rooftops have been blown off, homes are damaged and tree limbs are on the ground. (more...)
Dyson's New $600 Smart-Fan Heats, Cools, and Purifies Air
- August 25, 2016
Dyson already has the Pure Cool Link , which debuted this last spring and features cooling and air purification. The heating and cooling comes via two jets that are "accelerated over an airfoil shaped ramp to produce a focused flow of air". (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Dyson already has the Pure Cool Link , which debuted this last spring and features cooling and air purification. The heating and cooling comes via two jets that are "accelerated over an airfoil shaped ramp to produce a focused flow of air". (more...)
Reliance Jio's free Preview Offers comes to Asus and Panasonic devices
- August 25, 2016
Initially, Jio 4G was only available to those who bought the company's branded Lyf phones which start from as low as Rs 2,999. Reliance Jio, which is expected to roll out commercial services in the coming months, has similar offers running in partnerships with Samsung and LG. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Initially, Jio 4G was only available to those who bought the company's branded Lyf phones which start from as low as Rs 2,999. Reliance Jio, which is expected to roll out commercial services in the coming months, has similar offers running in partnerships with Samsung and LG. (more...)
Tesla says its P100D is the world's drag king
- August 25, 2016
Announcing on Tuesday, Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk said that larger upgraded battery pack is behind super-fast acceleration . Customers who are already driving P90D Ludicrous, can upgrade to the new battery pack of 100kWh for $20,000. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Announcing on Tuesday, Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk said that larger upgraded battery pack is behind super-fast acceleration . Customers who are already driving P90D Ludicrous, can upgrade to the new battery pack of 100kWh for $20,000. (more...)
North Korea test fires submarine missile
- August 25, 2016
The Seoul defense ministry official said the launch was the DPRK's show of force to escalate military tensions on the Korean Peninsula on the excuse of the South Korea-U.S. South Korea's Foreign Ministry warned the North's pursuit of weapons programs would only invite more sanctions, deepen its worldwide isolation, and eventually speed up its collapse. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
The Seoul defense ministry official said the launch was the DPRK's show of force to escalate military tensions on the Korean Peninsula on the excuse of the South Korea-U.S. South Korea's Foreign Ministry warned the North's pursuit of weapons programs would only invite more sanctions, deepen its worldwide isolation, and eventually speed up its collapse. (more...)
Paris Motor Show 2016: All-new Kia Rio to get debut
- August 25, 2016
Kia plans on rolling out its Niro compact SUV to increase its product lineup in the country by the end of this year. The new design language is the work of Kia's design studios in Germany and California with help from the main center in Namyang, South Korea. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Kia plans on rolling out its Niro compact SUV to increase its product lineup in the country by the end of this year. The new design language is the work of Kia's design studios in Germany and California with help from the main center in Namyang, South Korea. (more...)
Details Revealed For Battlefield 1 Premium Pass
- August 25, 2016
Those games didn't add new factions and armies to the battle, though, while BF1 will see the French army, the Russian Empire and potentially other nationalities added over time. You will not receive all 16 Battlepacks at once, as they are delivered monthly. The $129.99 Ultimate Edition comes with all the extras found in the Early Enlister Edition with the Premium Pass also thrown in. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Those games didn't add new factions and armies to the battle, though, while BF1 will see the French army, the Russian Empire and potentially other nationalities added over time. You will not receive all 16 Battlepacks at once, as they are delivered monthly. The $129.99 Ultimate Edition comes with all the extras found in the Early Enlister Edition with the Premium Pass also thrown in. (more...)
Secretary of State says lottery deadline today; others question date
- August 25, 2016
Realizing that the committee meeting time on the lottery was not advertised in advance, a group of House members banded together and did not allow the rules to be suspended, thereby making it impossible for any proposal to pass by the Wednesday deadline. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Realizing that the committee meeting time on the lottery was not advertised in advance, a group of House members banded together and did not allow the rules to be suspended, thereby making it impossible for any proposal to pass by the Wednesday deadline. (more...)
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