Articles by Abhijeet Kar
Twitter, Netflix File Legal Documents Emphasizing The Importance Of Immigrants
Companies like Twitter, Netflix, and more have submitted legal documents challenging the immigration ban passed by President Donald Trump. The amicus brief was filed at the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals on Feb. 5.
Huawei P10 And P10 Plus Pricing Leaks, To Start At $500
A new leak has shed light on the pricing for the Huawei P10 and P10 Plus smartphones. The Huawei P10 will reportedly be offered in three memory and storage options, with the base version priced at $508.
Samsung Tab S3 Could Come With S Pen As Part Of The Bundle
Rumors suggest that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 may come bundled with an S Pen. The impending tablet is expected to be launched on Feb. 26 at MWC 2017.
Next-Gen Apple Watch Could Work Without Being Charged For Days, Suggests New Patent Application
The next-generation Apple Watch may work without being charged for several days. A new patent granted to Apple reveals that it is working on imbibing inductive charging technology to the smartwatch's strap.
Rumor: iOS 11 To Drop Support For 32-Bit Apps
A recent alert on iOS 10.3 beta indicates that Apple may drop support for 32-bit apps after the launch of iOS 11. Apple's next-gen mobile OS is likely to be launched at the WWDC this summer.
Frog Saliva An Important Hunting Tool: Study
A recent study has revealed that frog saliva can change viscosity while capturing flies and insects and pulling them in the mouth. The study has been published in the Journal of the Royal Society Interface.
Huawei Honor 8 Lite Leaks In A Case, MWC 2017 Launch Imminent
Huawei Honor 8 Lite has leaked online inside a case as its alleged MWC debut draws closer. The rumored device is expected to be offered in gold, black, white, and blue colors.
iPhone 7 Plus Outsells iPhone 7 In December Quarter, Here's Why
iPhone 7 Plus has reportedly outsold the iPhone 7 in the recently concluded December quarter. iPhone 7 Plus comes with many upgraded features compared to iPhone 7, which is touted as the reason behind its success.
Man-Made Traffic Noise Can Hinder Communication Between Species
Findings of a new research reveal that man-made traffic noises act an an impediment to communication between species. Species are known to eavesdrop on the calls of danger from other animals.
'Power Rangers: Legacy Wars' Coming To Android And iOS In March
‘Power Rangers: Legacy Wars’ is slated to release on both iOS and Android devices in March. The game is going to feature characters from the movie 'Power Rangers,' which is also set to release in March.
Fitbit Confirms Workforce Reduction, To Lay Off 110 Employees
Fitbit confirmed its rumored plans of laying off 110 people from the company. The disappointing Q4 2016 results are being cited as the reason for the reduction in workforce.
2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty Truck Gets 5 Stars Safety Rating From NHTSA
The 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty truck has received a five-star safety rating from the NHTSA, based on the overall crash test parameters. The vehicle has improved on its performance, when compared to the 2016 model ratings.
Apple Removing Iranian App From Its App Store
Apple has reportedly started the removal of Iranian apps from its App Store. The biggest Iranian e-commerce app - DigiKala - was reportedly removed a few days ago.
Fitbit Intends To Lay Off 10 Percent Employees, Per Reports
Fitbit recently acquired Pebble for $40 million and now the company is reportedly set to lay off almost 10 percent of its 1600 total workforce. The company is apparently considering the decision due to low sales.
'Oceanhorn,' Game Similar To 'Zelda' Heading To Nintendo Switch
'Oceanhorn' is expected to debut on the Nintendo Switch gaming console soon if reports are to be believed. The game is already available on various other consoles like PlayStation, Xbox One and PC.
'Apple Would Not Exist Without Immigration,' Says Cook On Trump Administration Immigration Order
Tim Cook has stressed on the importance of immigrants in the progress of Apple. Cook sent his views to employees via an e-mail voicing his thoughts on the immigration issue.
Indus Valley Civilization Also Adapted To Climate Change
Researchers believe that the downfall of the flourishing Indus Valley Civilization, like several other ancient cultures before it, could be due to climatic changes. The study sheds light on how the civilization adapted to these changes.
Federal Judge Grants Emergency Stay On Trump Administration Executive Order On Immigration
A U.S. federal judge has put a stay on the executive order signed by President Donald Trump. The order prevented citizens from seven Muslim countries from entering the United States for a period of 90 days.
Xbox One Backwards Compatibility List Updated With 'Shadows Of The Damned' And 'Rocket Knight'
The Xbox One backwards compatibility is adding two more games to the list in January. These games are 'Shadows of the Damned' and 'Rocket Knight.'
Mark Zuckerberg Concerned By President Trump's Executive Orders
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has expressed his concerns over the latest executive orders initiated by President Donald Trump. Zuckerberg outlined the big picture concerns and referred to the U.S. as a country for immigrants.
Future Motorola Smartphones May House Iris Scanner: Moto Z (2017) To Tout The Feature?
A new patent hints that Motorola could integrate an iris scanner into its future smartphones. The upcoming Moto Z (2017) could potentially be equipped with this futuristic technology.
President Trump Signs Executive Order: Mexico Wall Construction To Start 'In Months'
President Trump is on his way to fulfilling an election campaign promise - building a wall between the United States and Mexico. Trump has signed an executive order which paves the way for initiating the process and construction would begin ‘in months.’
Sony 'Still Working' On Android Nougat Fix For Xperia Z5, Z3+ And Z4 Tablet, New Release Date Remains Unknown
The Android N update for the Xperia Z5, Xperia Z3+, and the Xperia Z4 was suddenly halted by Sony last week. The company has now confirmed it is 'still working' on a fix and the rollout will resume soon.
Nokia 5 With 2 GB RAM, 5.2-inch Screen And More Eyeing MWC 2017 Launch
Leaks hint that the Nokia 5 will be unveiled at the MWC 2017. The 5.2-inch smartphone will allegedly have 2 GB of RAM and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 chipset.
Google I/O 2017 Date Confirmed In A Puzzle
Google has let out the dates for its I/O 2017 event in an innovative puzzle. The puzzle reveals that the Google I/O will be held at the Shoreline Amphitheater from May 17 to May 19.
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Users Encountering Pink Line On Smartphone Screen, Could It Be A Hardware Issue?
Samsung Galaxy S7 edge users are complaining of a pink line appearing on the screen. The issue is quite worrying and many consumers have expressed concerns on community forums.
iTunes Update Brings Minor Performance Improvements To Mac And Windows
Apple has pushed out an update with minor bug fixes alongside performance improvements for iTunes on both the Mac and Windows platforms. iOS 10.2.1, macOS 10.12.3, watchOS 3.1.3 and tvOS 10.1 updates were also released along with the iTunes update.
SEC Investigating Yahoo Over Data Breach
The SEC has been investigating two data breaches which happened at Yahoo in 2013 and 2014. The agency is also determining whether Yahoo complied with the civil security laws with regard to its data breach disclosure.
Microsoft Lumia 950 And Lumia 950 XL Available At Microsoft Store And AT&T Once Again
Microsoft and AT&T have resumed selling the Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL on their online stores. Microsoft has stocked both the handsets whereas AT&T only has the Lumia 950 available.
HTC U Ultra Shows Off Android Nougat Night Mode: How To Activate The Feature
HTC has enabled the Night Mode in its latest smartphone - the HTC U Ultra. The Night Mode enables the user to switch off the blue light and give the screen a soothing amber look.
