Articles by Diya Sen
Twitter Experiences Brief Service Disruption Across The Globe
Twitter experienced a temporary breakdown on April 13 when the users met with an error message citing technical problems upon trying to access the site. Coincidentally, the outage happened when Laker’s basketball superstar was playing his last game, with Kobe-dedicated hashtags trending wildly.
Russian Attack Jets Buzz Within Yards Of US Navy Destroyer In Baltic Sea
The U.S. Navy Destroyer, the Donald Cook, faced repeated run-ins by two Russian Su-24 striker jets in Baltic Sea for two days. The jets, accompanied by a Russian military helicopter, were said to make numerous passes in low-altitude circles despite radio warnings, severely disrupting the warship’s flight routine.
Lenovo Ideapad 100S: Windows 10 Laptop Launches In India
The new Lenovo Ideapad 100S hit the Indian stores on April 12. The notebook is noted for affordability, convenience, ultra-slim design, and a lasting battery life.
Uber Transparency Report Reveals Information Of 14 Million Users Shared With The Government
Uber has released its first Transparency Report. It shows that the company, though grudgingly, had shared with the U.S. regulators and state law enforcement the details of more than 14 million drivers and users.
Yahoo Messenger On Android Receives Update: You Can Now Chat In Hindi And Five Other Non-English Languages
Yahoo Messenger has a new update that introduces six new non-English languages for its users. While Hindi is only available for Android devices, Chinese, German, French, Indonesian and Spanish are available for both Android and iOS.
Latest 'Rust' Update Assigns Gender Based On Your SteamID: Guys Playing As Girls? You're Not Alone
Designer Garry Newman has received some serious backlash over the new ‘Rust’ update. Gender-locking has not gone down well with guys randomly assigned a female model, and they are not keeping quiet about it.
Telegram Unveils Bots 2.0: New UI, Support For Videos, Music, Stickers And More
Telegram has a new update – the Bots 2.0. The latest update comes with a host of features like new UI, inline keyboards, support for 19 more file types, new sticker packs, upgraded video player and easy ‘chat switching’ capabilities.
New Balance 3D Printed Running Shoes: Here's How Much You Need To Pay To Score A Pair
New Balance introduces its first 3D-printed running shoes slated to hit stores in Boston on April 15. Produced in limited numbers, each pair is priced at $400.
Hidden Code Hints Android N Developer Preview May Expand To Non-Nexus Devices
An HTML coding hints at the possibility of the Android Beta Program getting extended to the non-Nexus users, who will then get an opportunity to test out the Android N Developer Preview, a right solely enjoyed by the Nexus users until now.
Budget Smartphone Samsung Galaxy J1 Now Available In Canada
The Samsung Galaxy J1 has made its way into the Canadian market pretty noiselessly. With this affordable handset priced at around $150, the maker is all set to regain its position in the entry-level smartphone segment.
Massive Meizu Pro 6 Leak Hints 5.2-Inch Display, 3D Touch-Like Feature, 21 MP Camera And More
The images of Meizu’s 2016 flagship phone, the Pro 6, have flooded the Internet just a day before the official launch of the device. Complete with AnTuTu ratings, the leaked information is pretty detailed and has apparently stemmed from a Russian website.
New 'Mike Tyson's Punch-Out' Easter Egg Discovered After Nearly 30 Years
Thirty long years later, ‘Mike Tyson’s Punch-Out!’ discloses a secret – the cue for taking down opponents in a single punch. The excited gamers now look out for a nod from a bearded man in the second bout to time that punch.
Say Hello To Hitachi's EMIEW3 Humanoid Helper Robot
Hitachi revealed its latest creation, EMIEW3, a humanoid helper robot specifically built for assistance in busy public places like malls, airports, hospitals, and other such facilities. Slated for a 2018 launch, this machine is a definite upgrade over its predecessors.
Dark Souls Board Game Kicks Off Campaign On Kickstarter This Month
Steamforged Games has partnered with Bandai Namco Entertainment to develop a ‘Dark Souls’ board game. This crowdfunding project is scheduled to kick off at Kickstarter this month.
Twitter Appoints Two New Board Directors As Search For Growth Catalyst Continues
The latest additions to the Twitter family are PepsiCo CFO Hugh Johnston and the technology expert Martha Lane Fox. The two new board members bring in their expertise and knowledge to add the much-needed diversification to the board room, which may eventually act as a growth catalyst.
DJI+Discover App Is A Social Search And Discovery App That Will Help You Find Fellow Drone Enthusiasts
DJI+Discover is a new search app from DJI that connects the professional and social drone enthusiasts and provides a platform for discussions on best practices, new ideas, and other useful tips.
Meet Ecovacs' DEEBOT D79, A Vacuum Robot That Empties Its Own Dustbin
Ecovacs has come back with a new vacuum robot, the DEEBOT D79, which not only cleans, but self-cleans. This first-of-its-kind robot comes equipped with an advanced docking station that automatically empties the debris without human intervention.
Apple iPhone SE, 9.7-Inch iPad Pro Arrive In India: Availability And Pricing
Apple has launched its iPhone SE and 9.7-inch iPad Pro in India this month. Available through online and offline retailers, the devices come in two or more variants and are placed at pretty steep prices.
What's The Potential Of Facebook Live? Almost 1 Million People Watching A Watermelon Explode Should Be A Good Gauge
The ‘Watermelon Explosion Challenge’ livestream video planted by Buzzfeed on Facebook Live garnered the attention of nearly 1 million viewers in one single day. As the number keeps growing, this top trending item is an indication of the overwhelming potential Facebook Live possesses in the modern age of online videos.
How To Preload 'Battleborn' Beta For Xbox One And PC: Here Are The Download Links
The ‘Battleborn’ Open Beta is finally available as preload links for PS4, Xbox One, and PC. While the PS4 gamers will enjoy the access from April 8, the Xbox One and PC users will have to wait till April 13 for their turn.
Huawei P9 Lite Images Spotted In The Wild
The Huawei P9 Lite has prematurely come into the news, just like its sibling Huawei P9. With leaked images surfacing on numerous websites, the phone specifications have met with a lot of speculations, although its official release is still around the corner.
Huawei Watch For Women Coming Soon On Google Store
The Huawei watch for women is finally listed in Google Store, albeit under the ‘Coming Soon’ banner. The fashion-meets-technology gadget certainly looks stylish in their Elegant and Jewel forms, while matching the original Huawei Watch in its specifications.
Australians Downloaded 1.71 Million Terabytes Of Data In 2015: Netflix Effect?
The Australian Bureau of Statistics revealed an overwhelming figure of 1.71 million terabytes of downloaded data in the last three months of 2015. While providers like Netflix and Telstra can be blamed for this sudden spike, one cannot deny the global shift towards a space where people are increasingly relying on a superior Internet system with greater connectivity.
Newegg Now Offers Customer Support Through Facebook Messenger
Newegg turns new age through its foray into Facebook Messenger, which aims at strengthening customer relationships by giving customers the option to chat with their retailer directly, using one of the most popular apps in the world.
Xiaomi Partners With Hasbro To Morph Mi Pad 2 Into Transformer-Like Robot
Xiaomi partnered with Hasbro to turn its Mi Pad 2 into a Transformer-like robot. The product, named Soundwave, though not a working device, takes shape from the Lego-like detachable chips that form the tablet’s assembly.
Queen Elizabeth's Bentley Mulsanne Is Up For Sale For $285,000
Queen Elizabeth’s exclusive royal ride, the Bentley Mulsanne, is up for sale by a Surrey-based dealership for $285,000. This is reportedly the vehicle that the Queen used for her Diamond Jubilee celebration and for a visit to 10 Downing Street.
Salesforce Acquires Deep Learning Startup MetaMind
Salesforce has joined hands with the artificial intelligence startup, MetaMind. With this wise move, Salesforce has managed to integrate deep learning with its data science capabilities, beating other leading companies in their pursuit of machine learning and artificial intelligence.
Doordarshan Now Offers Free TV Services For Mobile Phones In India
Doordarshan has extended its media content to smartphone users for free. In almost 16 cities in India, users can now receive DD channels without Internet and at no extra cost by simply downloading the necessary software and plugging the dongle to their phones.
Google India Introduces New Health Cards In Knowledge Graph Covering More Than 400 Health Conditions
Google India introduced more than 400 health cards that will generate quick information on relevant diseases and their symptoms. Backed by Apollo and Columbia Asia hospitals, these cards are accessible in PDF form via iOS, Android, tablets and desktops.
Yahoo Will Live Stream A Major League Baseball Game Every Day And You Can Watch For Free
Baseball fans have every reason to rejoice with Yahoo’s announcement of MLB ‘Free Game of the Day.’ A complete schedule of the matches and their timings is available on Yahoo Sports page.
