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Google Lowers RAM Requirement for Android TV to 1GB but Raises Baseline for Google TV
https://www.gadgets360.com/tv/news/android-tv-lower-ram-requirement-google-report-6971465#rss-gadgets-all
Google is making a host of requirement changes with regards to the Android TV and Google TV operating systems (OS), according to a report. It is said to have lowered the minimum RAM requirement for running Android TV — the OS which is usually adopted by low-end TVs and streaming devices. Meanwhile, the baseline RAM for Google TV OS has been raised in an attempt to e...
MacBook Pro, Mac Mini With M4 Pro Chips Gain Support for High Power Mode on macOS: Report
https://www.gadgets360.com/laptops/news/apple-macbook-pro-m4-mac-mini-high-power-mode-report-6971911#rss-gadgets-all
Apple's MacBook Pro (2024) and Mac Mini (2024) with M4 Pro chips support the "High Power Mode" that is designed to boost performance while using video editing and 3D applications on macOS, according to a report. Apple's previous MacBook Pro models with more capable M-series chips also support the feature.
Vivo X200 Series Confirmed to Launch in Global Markets Soon
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/vivo-x200-pro-mini-series-launch-global-markets-teaser-specifications-6971064#rss-gadgets-all
Vivo has offered the first hint at the global launch of the Vivo X200 series, a month after it presented the handsets in China. The phone is arriving first in the Malaysian market. The Vivo X200 series includes three models — Vivo X200, X200 Pro, and X200 Pro Mini — and runs on MediaTek Dimensity 9400 SoC.
2024 Set to Become Hottest Year on Record, Claim EU Scientists
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/2024-set-to-become-hottest-year-on-record-climate-change-to-blame-6964848#rss-gadgets-all
2024 is projected to become the world’s hottest year, surpassing previous temperature records. With global temperatures exceeding 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, the surge is mainly due to human-driven climate change, compounded by the El Niño weather pattern. Scientists warn that without decisive global action, further warming and extreme weather events will c...
Qualcomm, Arm Climb After Earnings Signal Smartphone Rebound
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/qualcomm-arm-earnings-signal-smartphone-rebound-6971672#rss-gadgets-all
Qualcomm and Arm released their quarterly results within minutes of each other Wednesday and held overlapping conference calls. It was notable timing for two companies engaged in an escalating legal fight.
Meta Says App Stores Should Police Australia Under-16 Social Media Ban
https://www.gadgets360.com/social-networking/news/meta-australia-under-16-social-ban-6971352#rss-gadgets-all
Australia will impose a ban on social media for people aged under 16 despite calls by Meta Platforms for it to consider shifting responsibility for policing. The legislation will be brought before parliament in the week beginning November 18.
MacBook Air With OLED Screen Said to Be Delayed Beyond 2027 Due to Price Concerns
https://www.gadgets360.com/laptops/news/apple-macbook-air-oled-screen-launch-delay-report-6971034#rss-gadgets-all
Apple's MacBook Air with an OLED screen will reportedly be delayed beyond 2027. The company reportedly plans to equip its MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models with OLED displays in 2026 and 2027, respectively. A new report that the debut of the OLED MacBook Air may not arrive until after 2027, because of pricing concerns and supply chain concerns.
iQOO 13 With Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC Will Launch in India on December 3
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/iqoo-13-india-launch-date-display-soc-features-6970735#rss-gadgets-all
iQOO 13 has been confirmed to arrive in India in December. The company's India head has also announced the launch date of the flagship handset in the country. It will come with Qualcomm's latest octa-core Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC paired with iQOO's Q2 gaming chipset. The smartphone will come with a Q10 AMOLED display panel from BOE.
Redmi K80 Series Teased; Redmi K80 Pro Could Be Priced Lower Than OnePlus 13
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/redmi-k80-pro-series-teasers-price-specifications-weibo-6970425#rss-gadgets-all
Redmi K80 series launch is expected to happen soon. The Chinese company has yet to announce a launch date, but ahead of that, Redmi's General Manager teased the upcoming lineup on the Web. The forthcoming series is confirmed to include the vanilla Redmi K80 and Redmi K80 Pro.
iPhone 15 Best-Selling Smartphone Globally in Q3 2024 as Samsung Takes Most Spots: Counterpoint
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/iphone-15-best-selling-global-handset-model-sales-counterpoint-report-6969842#rss-gadgets-all
Apple topped the global best-selling smartphones list in the third quarter (Q3) of 2024, according to a report by a market research firm. The Cupertino-based tech giant took the top three spots, headlined by multiple models from its iPhone 15 series. Meanwhile, Samsung grabbed the most spots in the list, with a Galaxy S device entering the top 10 rankings for the firs...
Design Within Reach Promo Code: 15% Off | November 2024
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Save an extra 15% at checkout with Design Within Reach discount code, plus up to 60% off furniture.
Ancient Log Discovery in Canada Shows How Wood Burial Could Be Key to Affordable Carbon Storage
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/ancient-canadian-log-discovery-affordable-wood-burial-solution-for-carbon-storage-and-climate-change-6964432#rss-gadgets-all
A 3,775-year-old log, found by climate scientist Ning Zeng's team in Canada, has shown the potential of buried wood for long-term carbon storage. When covered by clay, the log retained most of its carbon, hinting at a cost-effective, natural solution for lowering atmospheric CO2 levels. Researchers suggest this low-cost strategy could lock away carbon, offering a sust...
Is it Safe to Use a Fan in Extreme Heat? Conflicting Guidelines from Experts
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/when-is-it-too-hot-for-fans-experts-disagree-on-safety-thresholds-in-extreme-heat-6964642#rss-gadgets-all
With extreme heat on the rise, experts disagree on safe temperature limits for fan use. The CDC advises against using fans over 32.2°C, citing risks in high temperatures. However, WHO sets the threshold at 40°C. Recent studies suggest humidity plays a key role in determining fan effectiveness, with fans aiding cooling in moist conditions. This has led to calls for n...
Cats Associate More with Words Compared to Human Babies, New Study Reveals
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/cats-outperform-toddlers-in-picture-word-association-study-new-findings-reveal-surprising-feline-intelligence-6964950#rss-gadgets-all
New research shows cats have the ability to link words and images faster than toddlers, suggesting a surprising cognitive ability in felines. Conducted at Azabu University in Japan, the study used visual cues to reveal that cats could recognise altered word-image pairings, showing signs of confusion and attention to detail. The findings, published in Scientific Report...
Apple MacBook Pro (16 Inch, 2024) Review: More Power
https://www.wired.com/review/apple-macbook-pro-16-inch-2024/
The M4 Pro CPU pushes the performance envelope. But when the only real competition you have is with yourself, what then?
Honor Magic 7 Lite Reportedly Spotted on Google Play Supported Devices and Play Console
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/honor-magic-7-lite-google-play-supported-devices-console-listing-launch-expected-features-report-6971322#rss-gadgets-all
Honor Magic 7 Lite may launch in select global markets soon. The company has yet to announce the launch or confirm the moniker of the purported handset. Meanwhile, the phone has reportedly been spotted on Google Play Supported Devices and Play Console listings. The model number in the listings suggests that the Honor Magic 7 Lite could be a remodelled version of the ...
Crypto Price Today: Bitcoin Breaches Previous ATH to Mark New Milestone at $76,000
https://www.gadgets360.com/cryptocurrency/news/crypto-price-today-bitcoin-all-time-high-usd-76000-us-president-election-donald-trump-6971823#rss-gadgets-all
The overall crypto market cap rose by 1.35 percent in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin and Ether, both are trading in profits on Friday, November 8. During his campaign, the US’ 47th President Donald Trump said he would consider BTC to be part of the reserved assets and would also take decisions favouring the crypto-mining businesses.
Google Pixel Phone Reportedly Get Battery Charging Limit Feature With November 2024 Update
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/pixel-smartphones-battery-charging-limit-feature-november-2024-update-google-report-6969987#rss-gadgets-all
Google recently rolled out the latest November 2024 update for Pixel smartphones which mainly consists of a lot of bug fixes and security improvements. However, it also bundles a new Android 15 feature which might help prolong the lifespan of the smartphone’s battery by allowing users to implement a charging limit, according to a report.
Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar Will Premiere on Disney+ Hotstar: Here's What You Need to Know
https://www.gadgets360.com/entertainment/news/thukra-ke-mera-pyaar-ott-release-teen-love-meets-conflict-on-disney-hotstar-6965271#rss-gadgets-all
Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar introduces a love story caught in societal divides, featuring newcomers Dhaval Thakur and Sanchita Basu. Streaming on Disney Hotstar from November 22, the series, directed by Shraddha Pasi Jayarath, highlights both love and revenge. The trailer teases a tale of deep emotional connections disrupted by social barriers, drawing viewers into the lead ...
Baidu Readies AI Smart Glasses to Rival Meta’s Ray-Bans
https://www.gadgets360.com/wearables/news/baidu-ai-smart-glasses-rival-meta-ray-bans-6971459#rss-gadgets-all
Baidu will be unveiling a pair of glasses with a built-in AI assistant, putting up a Chinese rival to the Meta Ray-Bans. Through these glasses the company is looking at a new way for users to connect to a suite of products such as Baidu Maps and its online encyclopedia, Baike.
Death Stranding Director's Cut Now Available on Xbox Series S/X, Amazon Luna
https://www.gadgets360.com/games/news/death-stranding-directors-cut-xbox-series-s-x-amazon-luna-launch-kojima-productions-6971115#rss-gadgets-all
Five years after Death Stranding launched on PS4, the post-apocalyptic action title from Hideo Kojima is finally available on Xbox. Death Stranding Director’s Cut quietly launched on Xbox Series S/X Thursday. The game was also launched on Amazon Luna cloud gaming platform.
Google Photos App for Android and iOS Gets New Updates Page for Viewing Incoming Activity
https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/photos-app-android-ios-updates-page-features-google-6970554#rss-gadgets-all
Google Photos app is rolling out a new feature that aims to make it easier for users to catch up on incoming activity. It appears as a new feed with options to see updates to shared albums, conversations, memory and storage. The feature has been released for the Google Photos app for both Android and iOS platforms and can be accessed from the home page.
Google Vids AI-Powered Video Creation Tool Rolling Out to Select Workspace Users
https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/google-vids-ai-video-creation-tool-workspace-users-rolling-out-6970616#rss-gadgets-all
Google Vids, the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) video creation tool, is now rolling out to select Google Workspace users. Announced on Thursday, the tool can assist users across multiple steps in the video and presentation-making workflow. Interestingly, Google Vids is not an AI video generation tool like Runway or Pika, which can generate videos using text ...
Huawei MatePad 11.5 With 2.2K LCD Screen, 7,700mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications
https://www.gadgets360.com/tablets/news/huawei-matepad-11-5-price-specifications-features-launch-china-6970371#rss-gadgets-all
Huawei MatePad 11.5 has been launched in China with a 2.2K LCD screen. The tablet is available in a PaperMatte Edition as well. The display comes with support for several eye-protection technologies which are said to reduce screen glare and visual fatigue. It runs on HarmonyOS 4.2 and supports multi-device connectivity. The MatePad 11.5 can be paired with the Huawei S...
eBay Coupon Code: $5 Off Select Orders in November 2024
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Get $5 off when you spend $200+ on select products, and enjoy other great deals at eBay this November.
Trump's victory may give Starlink and Amazon leverage for India satcom push
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/portal-in-portal/satcom/trumps-victory-may-give-starlink-and-amazon-leverage-for-india-satcom-push/115068019
A fierce battle is currently underway between Jio and Airtel - and global satellite firms - Starlink and Amazon - over the allocation mode of satellite spectrum and its pricing to support broadband-from-space services.
Research Shows What Happens to Your Brain When You Watch a Movie
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/research-shows-what-happens-to-your-brain-when-you-watch-a-movie-6964554#rss-gadgets-all
Neuroscientists have mapped brain activity in people watching movies, showing how different networks respond to scenes involving people, objects, and action. Complex scenes activated brain regions linked to executive functions like problem-solving, while simpler dialogues primarily engaged language processing areas. The study, based on data from the Human Connectome P...
Sun Erupts with X2.3 Solar Flare, Causes Radio Blackouts
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/sun-erupts-with-x2-3-solar-flare-disrupts-radio-signals-across-earth-6964830#rss-gadgets-all
On November 6, 2024, sunspot AR 3883 unleashed a powerful X2.3 solar flare, causing radio blackouts in parts of South America and Africa. The flare, classified as a strong solar event, disrupted high-frequency radio signals. Scientists are awaiting data from NASA’s SOHO spacecraft to assess the potential impact of a coronal mass ejection (CME) on Earth. The Sun rema...
iOS 18.2 Beta 2 Introduces Support for Using Face ID on iPhone to Trust New Computers
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/ios-18-2-face-id-authentication-trust-new-computer-6966900#rss-gadgets-all
iOS 18.2 will allow users to "trust" a new computer using Face ID, according to a report. Apple has already rolled out the second iOS 18.2 developer beta and the upcoming iOS update is expected to bring additional features and extend new Apple Intelligence capabilities to supported iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices.
Apple Mac Mini (M4, 2024) Review: A Small Yet Powerful Desktop
https://www.wired.com/review/apple-mac-mini-m4-2024/
Apple’s basic desktop computer is now a bit smaller and slightly more powerful, but it’s not for everyone.