Industry
Is Samsung planning dual cameras for the Galaxy Note 8?
- April 20, 2017
Both the Samsung S8 as well as S8+ variants are similar in appearance. Samsung is calling it as the "Infinity Display". In an over-the-air update, Samsung has blocked the use of the button for anything other than Bixby. That suggests Samsung was close to including dual-cameras on the larger of its most recent flagship, but chose not to at the last minute. The S8 is slimmer than its predecessor, S7 and has no home button . (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Both the Samsung S8 as well as S8+ variants are similar in appearance. Samsung is calling it as the "Infinity Display". In an over-the-air update, Samsung has blocked the use of the button for anything other than Bixby. That suggests Samsung was close to including dual-cameras on the larger of its most recent flagship, but chose not to at the last minute. The S8 is slimmer than its predecessor, S7 and has no home button . (more...)
BMW expands M4 line with 460-hp CS model
- April 20, 2017
The automobile brand confirmed that the production of this vehicle will continue for two years. Kewl! How much more power has it received? Electronic chassis systems such as the adaptive suspension program, stability control, power steering, and rear differential have also been tweaked for the M4 CS, with the driver able to control these via a driving modes selector. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The automobile brand confirmed that the production of this vehicle will continue for two years. Kewl! How much more power has it received? Electronic chassis systems such as the adaptive suspension program, stability control, power steering, and rear differential have also been tweaked for the M4 CS, with the driver able to control these via a driving modes selector. (more...)
Volvo plans electric auto for 2019
- April 20, 2017
General Motors Co. has announced plans to manufacture and sell a gasoline-electric hybrid version of its Chevrolet Volt in China. The Chinese vehicle market soared past the United States eight years ago to become the planet's top market and in 2016 set a 26th straight annual sales record. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
General Motors Co. has announced plans to manufacture and sell a gasoline-electric hybrid version of its Chevrolet Volt in China. The Chinese vehicle market soared past the United States eight years ago to become the planet's top market and in 2016 set a 26th straight annual sales record. (more...)
Facebook killer's mother says he 'snapped'
- April 20, 2017
The mother of Steve Stephens, who posted a video of him killing an elderly man, said her son had "snapped and turned into a whole different person". Stephens killed himself in Pennsylvania on Tuesday as he was being chased by state troopers. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The mother of Steve Stephens, who posted a video of him killing an elderly man, said her son had "snapped and turned into a whole different person". Stephens killed himself in Pennsylvania on Tuesday as he was being chased by state troopers. (more...)
Snap stock falls as alleged CEO comments rile some on social media
- April 20, 2017
Also Read: Snapchat controversy: Did Evan Spiegel really say India is poor? Among a litany of allegations against Snap, Pompliano says that CEO Evan Spiegel once shot down his suggestion to pursue growth in certain global markets. Meanwhile, quite unfortunately, stuck in the crossfire was Indian-based e-commerce company Snapdeal , as users mistook Snapdeal for Snapchat. "I think one thing that people probably don't think about as much as we do is innovation to serve everyone in the ... (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Also Read: Snapchat controversy: Did Evan Spiegel really say India is poor? Among a litany of allegations against Snap, Pompliano says that CEO Evan Spiegel once shot down his suggestion to pursue growth in certain global markets. Meanwhile, quite unfortunately, stuck in the crossfire was Indian-based e-commerce company Snapdeal , as users mistook Snapdeal for Snapchat. "I think one thing that people probably don't think about as much as we do is innovation to serve everyone in the ... (more...)
Samsung takes pre-orders for Galaxy Book 12 2-in-1 device
- April 20, 2017
Samsung took the wraps off its new 2-in-1 detachable laptop/tablet hybrid, dubbed the Galaxy Book, at the MWC in February. The other tablets will be available from a number of select retailers in the United States from the 21st of April, this includes Best Buy and it will be available from more retailers from the 21st of May 2017. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Samsung took the wraps off its new 2-in-1 detachable laptop/tablet hybrid, dubbed the Galaxy Book, at the MWC in February. The other tablets will be available from a number of select retailers in the United States from the 21st of April, this includes Best Buy and it will be available from more retailers from the 21st of May 2017. (more...)
Western Digital would consider Japan partners for Toshiba chip unit bid
- April 20, 2017
A bid from INCJ a Japanese government-backed fund - along with Development Bank of Japan would appeal to the Japanese government, which does not want Toshiba's chip technology to fall into the hands of overseas companies, especially the Chinese. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
A bid from INCJ a Japanese government-backed fund - along with Development Bank of Japan would appeal to the Japanese government, which does not want Toshiba's chip technology to fall into the hands of overseas companies, especially the Chinese. (more...)
Vivendi-Mediaset battle heats up after Italy regulator crackdown
- April 20, 2017
Vivendi must sell either stake within a year, and provide a plan of action within 60 days. An ongoing battle between French media giant Vivendi and Italy's Mediaset heated up Wednesday after Italy's telecoms authority ruled the group led by Vincent Bollore violated an Italian law banning the excessive concentration of media properties in the hands of a single owner. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Vivendi must sell either stake within a year, and provide a plan of action within 60 days. An ongoing battle between French media giant Vivendi and Italy's Mediaset heated up Wednesday after Italy's telecoms authority ruled the group led by Vincent Bollore violated an Italian law banning the excessive concentration of media properties in the hands of a single owner. (more...)
McDonald's staff tried to stall Facebook murder suspect, says owner
- April 20, 2017
His craving for fries and chicken McNuggets led him to the fast food restaurant, where an employee recognized him and called police. While the auto was spinning out of control Stephens pulled a pistol and shot himself in the head, Pennsylvania State Police said. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
His craving for fries and chicken McNuggets led him to the fast food restaurant, where an employee recognized him and called police. While the auto was spinning out of control Stephens pulled a pistol and shot himself in the head, Pennsylvania State Police said. (more...)
Verizon reports 20 percent decline in quarterly profit
- April 20, 2017
In last year's second quarter, it had lost 41,000 TV subscribers. In the first quarter, Verizon reported non-GAAP earnings of 95 cents a share, a penny short of Wall Street estimates. Excluding acquisitions and divestments, revenues were down 4.5 percent, as wireless revenue fell 5.1 percent to United States dollars 20.9 billion. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
In last year's second quarter, it had lost 41,000 TV subscribers. In the first quarter, Verizon reported non-GAAP earnings of 95 cents a share, a penny short of Wall Street estimates. Excluding acquisitions and divestments, revenues were down 4.5 percent, as wireless revenue fell 5.1 percent to United States dollars 20.9 billion. (more...)
Something Sketchy Happened the Same Day Ivanka Trump Met with China's President
- April 20, 2017
February 22, 2017: Ivanka Trump Marks LLC applies for another trademark, covering perfume, among other things, in Canada, where it holds 22 pending or registered marks, according to the Canadian Intellectual Property Office. She explained that filing trademarks is necessary for " regions where trademark infringement is rampant ." . Raising eyebrows once again, Ivanka Trump follows in her father's footsteps and appears to mix her private business ambitions with American politics. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
February 22, 2017: Ivanka Trump Marks LLC applies for another trademark, covering perfume, among other things, in Canada, where it holds 22 pending or registered marks, according to the Canadian Intellectual Property Office. She explained that filing trademarks is necessary for " regions where trademark infringement is rampant ." . Raising eyebrows once again, Ivanka Trump follows in her father's footsteps and appears to mix her private business ambitions with American politics. (more...)
Fujifilm Instax Square is an instant film camera for Instagrammers
- April 20, 2017
The Instax Square SQ10 prints square photos instead of rectangular ones. Fujifilm instant camera featuresThe Fujifilm SQ10 instant camera has an iconic design and a thin, round, symmetrical shape for easy holding. It also trades in an optical viewfinder for a 3-inch LCD for framing and editing pictures before you print. There are three buttons on top of the camera to control each individually. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The Instax Square SQ10 prints square photos instead of rectangular ones. Fujifilm instant camera featuresThe Fujifilm SQ10 instant camera has an iconic design and a thin, round, symmetrical shape for easy holding. It also trades in an optical viewfinder for a 3-inch LCD for framing and editing pictures before you print. There are three buttons on top of the camera to control each individually. (more...)
Sony is Quietly Upgrading PlayStation 4 Hard Drives
- April 20, 2017
The new version of the PlayStation will come with 4K games and videos. This becomes a serious problem for gamers when fried roaches stuck inside of these piping hot consoles tend to break that hot internal power supply, making the PS4 incapable of turning on. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The new version of the PlayStation will come with 4K games and videos. This becomes a serious problem for gamers when fried roaches stuck inside of these piping hot consoles tend to break that hot internal power supply, making the PS4 incapable of turning on. (more...)
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Removes Fire-Hopping Trick
- April 20, 2017
So, what does that kind of cash get you? Originally launched for the Wii U, the most recent addition to the Mario Kart series is finally coming to the Switch. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is an wonderful addition to the Nintendo Switch library. There are also a couple of new items: the item-up pilfering Boo, and the leap-enabling Feather (only available in Battle mode). (more...)
- April 20, 2017
So, what does that kind of cash get you? Originally launched for the Wii U, the most recent addition to the Mario Kart series is finally coming to the Switch. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is an wonderful addition to the Nintendo Switch library. There are also a couple of new items: the item-up pilfering Boo, and the leap-enabling Feather (only available in Battle mode). (more...)
Facebook launches Augumanted Reality camera effects platform
- April 20, 2017
This new augmented reality platform will definitely add edge to the graphics that are visible from a camera lens. He said the nature of work would also change: "In the future, I think that more of us are going to contribute to culture and society in ways that are not measured by economics or traditional GDP". (more...)
- April 20, 2017
This new augmented reality platform will definitely add edge to the graphics that are visible from a camera lens. He said the nature of work would also change: "In the future, I think that more of us are going to contribute to culture and society in ways that are not measured by economics or traditional GDP". (more...)
KJo congratulates Abhishek, Aishwarya for a decade of marital bliss
- April 20, 2017
B-Town's star couple Aishwarya and Abhishek Bachchan celebrates their 10th wedding anniversary today. "Still remember the sangeet performances!Aishwarya Rai Bachchan". B-town celebs, including Karan Johar, wished them on their special day. The last we saw this real-life couple on screen was in 2010 in Mani Ratnam's " Raavan " and if the buzz is to believed, the Bachchan couple might appear on the big screen together again after 10 years. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
B-Town's star couple Aishwarya and Abhishek Bachchan celebrates their 10th wedding anniversary today. "Still remember the sangeet performances!Aishwarya Rai Bachchan". B-town celebs, including Karan Johar, wished them on their special day. The last we saw this real-life couple on screen was in 2010 in Mani Ratnam's " Raavan " and if the buzz is to believed, the Bachchan couple might appear on the big screen together again after 10 years. (more...)
BBC journalist Chris Packham to be charged with 'assaulting' trappers
- April 20, 2017
He continued: "Whilst Chris and the team stood back, the police joined them". He said he is due to appear in court at 9am on Thursday. He insisted he was "completely innocent" - and that he was the victim of being "pushed and jostled around". (more...)
- April 20, 2017
He continued: "Whilst Chris and the team stood back, the police joined them". He said he is due to appear in court at 9am on Thursday. He insisted he was "completely innocent" - and that he was the victim of being "pushed and jostled around". (more...)
Hyundai Xcent facelift launched at Rs. 5.38 lakh
- April 20, 2017
The Xcent segment is one of the largest and competitive segments in the Indian market and Maruti Suzuki's Dzire leads the space. The current Swift Dzire is not the best looking sub-compact sedan, however, this is about to change with the upcoming facelift, which will get a more angular design. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The Xcent segment is one of the largest and competitive segments in the Indian market and Maruti Suzuki's Dzire leads the space. The current Swift Dzire is not the best looking sub-compact sedan, however, this is about to change with the upcoming facelift, which will get a more angular design. (more...)
Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus: Which Side Are You On?
- April 20, 2017
Samsung Electronics expects consolidated first quarter sales of approximately 50 trillion Korean won and operating profit of 9.8 to 10 trillion won. Therefore, in compliance with such disclosure regulations, the above figures represent the median of the earnings estimate range, provided below. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Samsung Electronics expects consolidated first quarter sales of approximately 50 trillion Korean won and operating profit of 9.8 to 10 trillion won. Therefore, in compliance with such disclosure regulations, the above figures represent the median of the earnings estimate range, provided below. (more...)
Xiaomi Mi 6 launched in China starting from $363
- April 20, 2017
The successor to the bestselling Mi 5 smartphones from a year ago will be available in RAM and storage variants of 6GB + 64GB/128GB for RMB 2499 ($363 or Rs 23,000) and RMB 2899 ($421 or Rs 27,000) respectively. The Mi6 does not have a 3.5-mm standard headphone jack as well . It will be available in four colour variants, "Bright Black", "Bright White", "Ceramic Black" and "Bright Blue". (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The successor to the bestselling Mi 5 smartphones from a year ago will be available in RAM and storage variants of 6GB + 64GB/128GB for RMB 2499 ($363 or Rs 23,000) and RMB 2899 ($421 or Rs 27,000) respectively. The Mi6 does not have a 3.5-mm standard headphone jack as well . It will be available in four colour variants, "Bright Black", "Bright White", "Ceramic Black" and "Bright Blue". (more...)
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