- newTop OTT Releases in December 2024: Singham Again, Agni, Amaran, Churchill at War, and More
December 2024 boasts a diverse range of OTT content, from gripping thrillers to holiday specials. Noteworthy titles include Singham Again, an action-packed Bollywood sequel streaming on Prime Video from December 27, and That Christmas Story, an animated festive treat on Netflix from December 4. Other highlights include the horror sequel Smile 2, the biographical drama Amaran, and the star-studded romantic comedy Fly Me to the Moon. Whether you’re looking for action, nostalgia, or festive cheer…
- 7 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 9:25pm -
- newOcean Acidification Study: Carbon Emissions Driving Deeper Chemical Changes in Oceans
A study in Science Advances by researchers from ETH Zurich highlights the escalating depth of ocean acidification, driven by carbon emissions since the industrial era. By 2014, acidification had penetrated to an average depth of 1,000 metres, with some regions affected as deep as 1,500 metres. Using a 3D model, the study explores the altered marine chemistry and its impacts on marine life.
- 8 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 9:11pm -
- newHere's How Nuclear Clocks Could Redefine Time and Reshape Modern Technology
Timekeeping is entering a new era with nuclear clocks, capable of achieving accuracy to the 19th decimal place. Current atomic clocks rely on caesium-133, but innovations with thorium-229’s nuclear transitions, excited by ultraviolet light, promise unprecedented precision. Scientists aim to redefine the second using elements like strontium by 2030, paving the way for applications in GPS, telecommunications, and quantum research.
- 8 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 9:09pm -
- newNew Study Links Ancient Mega Settlements with Modern Human Development
Researchers at Kiel University have introduced a groundbreaking method linking ancient settlements to the Human Development Index. Published in Open Archaeology, the study examines the Cucuteni-Trypillia culture (5050-2950 BCE) in modern-day Romania, Moldova, and Ukraine. These 320-hectare societies displayed advanced equality and innovation, with researchers suggesting personal opportunities drove growth.
- 8 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 9:03pm -
- newCalifornia Announces Plan to Protect Joshua Trees from Wildfires and Climate Change Threats
A new plan released by California's Department of Fish and Wildlife outlines strategies to protect Joshua trees from threats including wildfires, human development and climate change. The plan includes land conservation, wildfire management and relocation of trees where necessary. It aims to safeguard the species for the future amid rising temperatures and drier conditions.
- 8 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 9:02pm -
- newBomb Cyclones Explained: What Are They and What Makes Them So Dangerous?
Bomb cyclones are low-pressure systems that intensify rapidly, often over oceans, bringing damaging winds, heavy rainfall and snowfall. They form when specific atmospheric conditions align, with a significant drop in pressure and the release of latent heat energy. Their occurrence is most common in cold months and poses risks to shipping. Experts are examining whether climate change is affecting the frequency and intensity of these storms.
- 8 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 9:00pm -
- newSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 Tipped to Come With 20 Percent Performance Gain Over Gen 1
Qualcomm unveiled its Snapdragon 8 Elite mobile SoC during its Summit 2024 event in Maui in October. Shortly after the launch, OnePlus, Xiaomi and Asus released their handsets with the brand new suped-up chipset. While the new Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered smartphones are hitting the market, leaks about the next-generation Snapdragon chipset have started appearing on the Web. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 SoC is said to offer a 20 percent performance boost over the current model.
- 9 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 7:40pm -
- newHonor X9c Smart With MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra SoC, 108-Megapixel Main Camera Unveiled
Honor X9c Smart has been unveiled in Malaysia. The phone is powered by a MediaTek DImensity 7025 Ultra chipset paired with 8GB of RAM. It carries a 108-megapixel main rear camera and a 5,800mAh battery with support for wired fast charging. Notably, the Honor X9c was launched in select global markets in November.
- 9 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 7:29pm -
- newChameleon AI Model That Can Add Digital Mask to Protect Images From Facial Recognition Tools Unveiled
A group of researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) system that can protect users from undesired facial scanning by bad actors. Dubbed Chameleon, the AI model uses a special masking technology to generate a mask that hides the faces in images without impacting the visual quality of the protected image. Additionally, the researchers claim that the model is resource-optimised, making it usable even with limited processing power.
- 10 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 7:19pm -
- newNvidia Research Introduces DiffUHaul, an AI Tool That Allows Object Relocation in Images
Nvidia researchers introduced a new artificial intelligence (AI) model that can relocate objects in an image. Dubbed DiffUHaul, the tool can spatially understand the context of an image to move an object from one place to another without impacting the background or the shape of the image. The unique aspect of this technique is that it is training-free, meaning no pre-training data was used to build this tool.
- 10 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 6:59pm -
- newOppo Find X8 Ultra Tipped to Feature Spectral Imaging Sensor, Could Launch Next Year
Oppo's Find X8 and Find X8 Pro were launched in India recently. Oppo is expected to release the Find X8 Ultra as the third entrant in the lineup in the coming months. Though there is no official information regarding the Ultra variant, a new leak has revealed some details. The Oppo Find X8 Ultra is rumoured to run on a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. It could feature a 2K display.
- 10 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 6:55pm -
- newMyJio App Now Allows Users to Customise DND Preferences on Their Reliance Jio Number
MyJio app allows users to activate do not disturb (DND) on their respective numbers. Now the app allows people to set some granular preferences. Certain options will help stop the users from getting any spam or promotional calls or messages. Some preferences will allow users to selectively block commercial communication.
- 10 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 6:46pm -
- newBharat Web3 Association Announces New ‘ABCD’ Initiative Focussed on Web3 Security
BWA announced the launch of the Alliance for Blockchain and Crypto Defence (ABCD) on Monday. As part of the initiative, BWA will put together resources and programmes around newer technologies and methods that can help safeguard the Web3 landscape against hackers and vulnerabilities.
- 10 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 6:36pm -
- newBRICS' Move to Introduce Digital Assets Platform for De-Dollarisation Sparks Criticism from Trump
Over the weekend, Trump warned BRICS nations, including India, to prepare for a 100 percent increase in tariff rates if they persist in efforts to diminish the US dollar's role in the global economy.
- 11 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 6:00pm -
- newHugging Face Introduces Open-Source SmolVLM Vision Language Model Focused on Efficiency
Hugging Face, the artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) platform, introduced a new vision-focused AI model last week. Dubbed SmolVLM (where VLM is an acronym for vision language model), it is a compact-sized model that is focused on efficiency. The company claims that due to its smaller size and high efficiency, it can be useful for enterprises and AI enthusiasts who want AI capabilities without investing a lot in its infrastructure.
- 11 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 5:40pm -
- newVivo X200, Vivo X200 Pro Tipped to Go Official in India in December Second Week; Sale Date Leaked
Vivo X200 series will land in the Indian market soon. Vivo is yet to provide an exact launch date, but ahead of that, a tipster has suggested the launch and sale date of the Vivo X200 and Vivo X200 Pro. The Vivo X200 series with three models — vanilla Vivo X200, X200 Pro, and X200 Pro Mini — was launched in China in October. The phones run on MediaTek Dimensity 9400 SoCs and feature Zeiss-branded cameras.
- 12 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 5:12pm -
- newHuawei Announces Global Launch Event for December 12, Teases Mate X6
Huawei Mate X6 book-style foldable smartphone was launched in China in November with a 7.93-inch inner display and a 6.45-inch quad-curved OLED cover screen. Now, the company has confirmed the date of a global launch event where the foldable phone is teased to be introduced in markets outside China.
- 12 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 4:52pm -
- newBest PlayStation Black Friday Deals on PS4 and PS5 Games: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Alan Wake 2 and More
Sony is offering discounts of up to 70 percent on games on PlayStation Store as part of its Black Friday deals. Hundreds of PS5 and PS4 games are currently selling at cut prices on the company’s games storefront.
- 12 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 4:35pm -
- newAlibaba Researchers Unveil Marco-o1 AI Model As Another Reasoning-Focused Competitor to OpenAI’s o1
Alibaba recently introduced a reasoning-focused artificial intelligence (AI) model dubbed Marco-o1. The model is similar to the QwQ-32B large language model, which is also optimised for tasks requiring advanced reasoning capabilities, however, one important distinction is that the Marco-o1 is a smaller model and is distilled from the Qwen2-7B-Instruct model.
- 13 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 4:19pm -
- newDespatch OTT Release Date: Manoj Bajpayee's Upcoming Investigative Thriller to be Available on This Date
Despatch, starring Manoj Bajpayee, is an intense investigative thriller set in India’s transforming media industry. Directed by Kanu Behl, the film follows Joy, a journalist who uncovers a Rs. 8,000 crore scam, putting his life in danger. The teaser reveals Joy’s personal and professional challenges as he navigates threats and ethical dilemmas in a rapidly shifting media landscape. The film has already gained attention at international film festivals like MAMI and IFFI.
- 13 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 3:42pm -
- newFanatics OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch Documentary on South Indian Cinema Online?
The documentary Fanatics, set to premiere on DocuBay on December 7, 2024, offers an in-depth exploration of the passionate and, at times, extreme fan culture of South Indian cinema. Directed by Aryan D Roy and produced by Arpita Chatterjee, the series features insights from celebrated actors like Kiccha Sudeep, Vijay Sethupathi and Allu Arjun, along with contributions from industry experts and psychologists. Fanatics delves into the psychology behind this fervent devotion, showcasing rituals suc…
- 13 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 3:39pm -
- newBougainvillea OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch Psychological Thriller Starring Kunchacko Boban and Jyothirmayi
Bougainvillea, a psychological thriller directed by Amal Neerad, stars Kunchacko Boban and Jyothirmayi in a gripping narrative. The film follows Reethu, a woman with retrograde amnesia, who becomes the prime suspect in a series of missing persons cases. As she struggles to regain her memories, dark secrets from her past are uncovered. Fahadh Faasil appears in a cameo as the investigating officer. The film has generated anticipation for Jyothirmayi’s return to the screen after more than a decad…
- 13 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 3:32pm -
- newTecno Phantom V Fold 2, Phantom V Flip 2 to Launch in India on December 6; to Be Available on Amazon
Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 and Phantom V Flip 2 will launch in India this week, the Transsion Holdings subsidiary announced Monday. Amazon has listed the new handsets on its India website, disclosing the key features of the phones. The Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 and Phantom V Flip 2 were launched in select global markets in September with MediaTek Dimensity chipsets and AMOLED displays.
- 13 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 3:25pm -
- newNoise Air Clips OWS Earphones With Up to 40 Hours Total Playback Time Launched in India: Price, Specifications
Noise Air Clips open-ear wearable stereo (OWS) earphones have been launched in India. The audio wearable come with an Open Beam design which helps place them like ear cuffs around the ear. The design further ensures improved environmental consciousness. They are equipped with 12mm drivers and support dual-device connectivity. The earphones are said to offer up to 40 hours of total playback time.
- 14 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 3:21pm -
- newFilmfare OTT Awards 2024: Check out The Full List of Winners
The Filmfare OTT Awards 2024 honoured the best of digital content, recognising outstanding performances in web films and series. Kareena Kapoor Khan was named Best Actress for her role in Jaane Jaan, while Diljit Dosanjh took home the Best Actor award for Amar Singh Chamkila. The Best Film award went to Amar Singh Chamkila, with Imtiaz Ali securing Best Director for the same film. Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar dominated the series category, winning Best Series and multiple technical awards, inc…
- 14 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 3:18pm -
- newDeath Clock App for Android and iOS Uses AI to Predict Users’ Life Expectancy and Ways to Improve It
Death Clock, a new app on the block, uses artificial intelligence (AI) to determine when a user will die. It is available for both Android and iOS and is free to download and install. It asks users to fill out a questionnaire and guesses people’s life expectancy on the basis of the answers provided. Despite its morbid overtones, the app brands itself as “AI-powered longevity”.
- 14 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 3:18pm -
- newCan We Defend Earth from Asteroids? Here's What You Need to Know
Efforts to protect Earth from asteroid impacts have made significant strides, notably with NASA’s DART mission, which successfully altered the orbit of the asteroid moonlet Dimorphos in 2022. This achievement marked a key advancement in planetary defence, demonstrating that asteroid deflection is a viable strategy. However, the success of DART also highlighted the limitations in detection technology. The proposed NEO Surveyor, designed to improve asteroid detection, faced delays due to budget…
- 14 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 3:15pm -
- newElon Musk Urges Court to Block ‘Illegal’ OpenAI For-Profit Conversion
Elon Musk has repeated his earlier claims that OpenAI broke its promises to him and abandoned its founding purpose as a charity when it accepted billions of dollars in backing from Microsoft starting in 2019.
- 14 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 3:11pm -
- newUnderstanding Blood Types: Rare Groups Beyond ABO and Rh Factor Explained
Blood types, classified by antigens on red blood cells, extend beyond the ABO and Rh systems. According to experts, over 47 recognised blood group systems exist, with more discoveries emerging. Rare types, such as the Bombay phenotype, require precise matches during transfusions, particularly for patients with certain genetic conditions. Maintaining a diverse donor pool is essential to meet these needs, while researchers are developing solutions like universal donor blood.
- 14 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 2:52pm -
- newProposed Australia Law Would Fine Big Tech Over Digital Competition
Australia's centre-left Labor government has targeted Big Tech's influence, and parliament passed a law last week that banned social media for children aged under 16.
- 14 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 2:51pm -
- newTime Moves Faster on The Moon Than on Earth, Claims New Study
A 56-microsecond daily time drift between Earth and the Moon, caused by relativity, presents unique challenges for future lunar missions. Scientists are devising a standard lunar time system to ensure navigation accuracy and mission safety, particularly as NASA’s Artemis programme expands human and robotic activity on the Moon. This groundwork is crucial for managing the complexities of precise communication and positioning in the lunar ecosystem.
- 14 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 2:50pm -
- newNASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Nears Completion with New Assembly
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has taken a major step forward with the delivery of its Optical Telescope Assembly to Goddard Space Flight Center. Designed to enhance infrared observations of the cosmos, the assembly includes a primary mirror and supporting optics capable of capturing faint celestial phenomena. This milestone ensures the telescope remains on track for its 2027 launch, offering revolutionary insights into dark matter, exoplanets, and galaxy formation. Integration with th…
- 14 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 2:44pm -
- newISRO Chief S Somanath Supports Elon Musk’s Model to Boost Space Economy
ISRO Chairman S Somanath stressed the importance of private-sector involvement in advancing India’s space activities. Speaking at Huddle Global 2024, he endorsed Elon Musk’s sustainable model for space exploration and highlighted the need to grow India’s satellite capabilities from 15 to 500 to expand its global footprint. Collaborative efforts between ISRO and private players were emphasised as key to achieving future goals, including Gaganyaan and an Indian Space Station. India aims to i…
- 14 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 2:29pm -
- newCrypto Price Today: Bitcoin Retains Pricing Over $96,000; Ripple Overtakes Solana as 4th Largest Altcoin
The global cryptocurrency market cap increased by 1.80 percent in the past 24 hours, with Bitcoin and Ethereum trading in profit. Ripple surged by an impressive 30.80 percent during the same period, overtaking Solana to claim the position of the 4th largest cryptocurrency.
- 15 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 1:51pm -
- newOnePlus Ace 5, Ace 5 Pro Teased to Launch This Week, Vanilla Model Surfaces on Geekbench
OnePlus officially revealed its plans to launch the OnePlus Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro in December. The company has posted new teasers on the Chinese microblogging platform to build hype around their arrival. Additionally, the vanilla OnePlus Ace 5 has allegedly appeared in the Geekbench database with the PKG110 model number.
- 15 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 1:44pm -
- newiQOO Neo 10R Said to Launch in India Soon; RAM, Storage Variants Surface Online
iQOO Neo 10R could launch in India soon, according to recent online leaks. The company has yet to officially confirm the handset or its moniker. Ahead of anything official, a tipster has suggested the RAM and storage configurations of the handset. The rumoured Neo 10R will likely be a rebadged version of one of the iQOO Neo 10 series smartphones recently launched in China.
- 16 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 1:14pm -
- newPerseverance Rover Captures Bizarre Mars Rock That Looks Like a Human Head
NASA’s Perseverance rover has made a bizarre discovery on Mars: a rock that strikingly resembles a human head. Captured on 27 September 2024, the image showcases the rock's peculiar shape and orientation, which play tricks on our brains, a phenomenon known as pareidolia. This occurrence leads us to see familiar patterns, like faces, in random objects. While the rock may appear eerie, it's simply a weathered piece of sedimentary sandstone. Despite many intriguing finds, there is still no eviden…
- 16 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 12:53pm -
- newLies of P DLC to Launch in First Quarter of 2025, Neowiz Confirms Sci-Fi Survival Horror Project as Next Game
The planned DLC for Lies of P, the acclaimed action-RPG from Korean studio Neowiz Games, is coming next year. The expansion, first confirmed in November 2023, will launch in the first quarter of 2025, Neowiz reportedly confirmed Friday.
- 16 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 12:23pm -
- newRealme Neo 7 Battery Capacity Revealed Ahead of December 11 Launch
Realme Neo 7 is all set to go official on December 11. The company has been teasing the new mid-range phone for a while now, and in the latest rounds of teasers, it has confirmed the battery details of the new Neo series handset. The Realme Neo 7 is confirmed to include a 7,000mAh battery. It will arrive as a successor to the Realme GT Neo 6 and is expected to ship with a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset.
- 17 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 11:42am -
- newNothing Said to Be Working on Three New Phones; May Launch in the First Half of 2025
A new Nothing smartphone recently appeared on a popular benchmarking website. The speculated Nothing Phone 3 handset is expected to be a successor to the Nothing Phone 2. The base model is expected to be accompanied by a Pro or a Plus variant. Now, a new leak claims that the UK-based OEM is currently working on three new smartphones. The tipster hints at the probable launch timeline of the products as well.
- 17 hours ago 2 Dec 24, 11:41am -
- Advanced 3D Fossil Scans Provide Clues to the Origins of Bipedalism in Human Evolution
A new study published in the American Journal of Primatology uses advanced 3D scanning technology to examine fossilized bones and muscle insertion points, shedding light on the evolution of bipedalism in human ancestors. Led by Professor Josep M. Potau from the University of Barcelona, the research suggests that early hominins, like Australopithecus and Paranthropus, combined bipedal locomotion with tree-climbing, similar to modern bonobos.
- 2 days ago 30 Nov 24, 8:29pm -
- Shipwreck Off Kenya's Coast Could Be Galleon Linked to Vasco da Gama's Final Voyage
An international team of archaeologists is investigating a shipwreck discovered off the coast of Malindi, Kenya, which may be the remains of the São Jorge, a Portuguese galleon linked to Vasco da Gama's final voyage. The wreck, found in 2013, lies on a coral reef approximately 500 meters from the shore and is believed to have sunk over 500 years ago. Artifacts retrieved from the site, including elephant tusks and copper ingots, suggest the ship’s Portuguese origins. The team, composed of rese…
- 2 days ago 30 Nov 24, 8:25pm -
- ISRO Reveals How Many Astronauts Will Be Hosted on the Bharatiya Antariksh Station: Report
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced plans for the Bharatiya Antariksha Station (BAS), a space station designed to advance India’s space exploration efforts. Initially, the BAS will support a crew of three astronauts, with plans to expand this capacity to six in the future. The station will serve as a platform for a variety of scientific research, including interplanetary studies, life sciences, and medicine, with a particular focus on understanding the effects of microg…
- 2 days ago 30 Nov 24, 8:07pm -
- NASA’s Curiosity Rover Set to Target Spiderweb-Like 'Boxworks Deposits' on Mars' Surface
NASA’s Curiosity rover is set to explore Martian "spiderweb" formations, known as boxwork, which may reveal secrets about the planet’s ancient watery past. These unique structures, first observed decades ago, could help scientists understand Mars' history of water and the potential for past life. The rover’s investigation aims to study minerals left by ancient lakes and oceans, providing further insight into the planet's potential for supporting life.
- 2 days ago 30 Nov 24, 7:37pm -
- Gaganyaan Astronauts Finish First Phase of Training for ISRO-NASA Joint Mission
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and backup astronaut Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, selected for India's historic Gaganyaan mission, have completed the first phase of their training in collaboration with NASA. The training, which began in August 2024, was designed to prepare the astronauts for their roles in India’s first-ever human spaceflight, scheduled for late 2026.
- 2 days ago 30 Nov 24, 7:31pm -
- NASA Captures Stream of Lava Flowing from Iceland’s Volcanic Eruption
NASA’s satellite images have captured the ongoing volcanic eruption near Iceland's Blue Lagoon. The eruption, which started on 20 November, caused lava to flow from a fissure, with the nearby Blue Lagoon spa and Grindavík being evacuated. The infrared visuals reveal lava glowing brighter than Reykjavík. While the eruption is ongoing, lava flow has slowed since the initial event.
- 2 days ago 30 Nov 24, 7:30pm -
- SpaceX Falcon 9 Launches 24 Starlink Satellites to Expand Internet Network
SpaceX successfully launched 24 Starlink satellites aboard its Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on November 30 at 12:00 a.m. EST. The mission aimed to enhance the company’s global internet network by adding to its expanding satellite megaconstellation in low-Earth orbit. The Falcon 9's first stage booster, identified as B1083, returned safely to Earth, landing on the droneship.
- 2 days ago 30 Nov 24, 7:29pm -
- WhatsApp Starts Testing Feature to View, Share Channels Using QR Codes
WhatsApp is beta testing a feature that lets users share, view, and follow WhatsApp Channels using a quick response code (QR code) code in the app. The feature is currently available to beta testers and could roll out to all WhatsApp users in the future.
- 2 days ago 30 Nov 24, 7:15pm -
- James Webb Space Telescope Reveals Unique Features of Westerlund 1 Star Cluster
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured groundbreaking images of Westerlund 1, a supermassive star cluster located 12,000 light-years away. The new findings offer a closer look at star formation processes, particularly the discovery of brown dwarfs, and highlight the role of energetic radiation in shaping planetary environments.
- 3 days ago 30 Nov 24, 4:05pm -
- Evidence of Massive Solar Storm Strike on Earth 2,700 Years Ago Discovered in Tree Rings
Researchers from the University of Arizona have uncovered evidence of a powerful solar storm that occurred between 664 and 663 BCE, known as a Miyake Event. The discovery was made by analysing radiocarbon spikes in ancient tree rings, which act as natural records of past solar activity. These rare events, first identified in 2012, occur when solar radiation dramatically increases, leaving a trace in both tree rings and ice cores.
- 3 days ago 30 Nov 24, 3:55pm -
- NASA Restores Communications with Voyager 1, Ending 2023 Power Glitch
After a communication failure caused by a power glitch in October, NASA has restored contact with Voyager 1. The spacecraft, now 15.4 billion miles away, continues to transmit data from its remaining instruments. The probe's systems were affected by energy limitations, but the problem was resolved in November, allowing its scientific mission to continue.
- 3 days ago 30 Nov 24, 3:51pm -
- Oppo Working on Three Smartphones With Up to 7,000mAh Batteries, Tipster Claims
Oppo is said to be working on three smartphone models that could be equipped with batteries that have a capacity of more than 6,000mAh. A tipster claims that the Chinese phone maker is already developing two smartphones that could pack up to 7,000mAh batteries. Realme has also been tipped to launch a smartphone with a 7,00mAh battery in December.
- 3 days ago 30 Nov 24, 3:19pm -
- Crypto’s ‘Middle Child’ Ethereum Flounders as Rivals Gain Ground
Ethereum is confronting critical questions about its role in supporting crypto commerce, following changes to the user experience that are said to have diminished activity. According to critics, there has been a rising dependence on Layer-2 blockchains, which are developed to enhance time consuming and expensive transactions.
- 3 days ago 30 Nov 24, 1:28pm -
- OnePlus 13R Specifications Revealed via Geekbench Listing, Could Launch Soon
OnePlus 13R has been listed on Geekbench, and the purported successor to the OnePlus 12R could soon be launched. The handset is expected to debut in global markets in the coming months, alongside the flagship OnePlus 13 model. Here's what we know about the upcoming OnePlus 13R and is specifications.
- 3 days ago 30 Nov 24, 12:23pm -
- OpenAI Sued by Canadian News Companies Over Alleged Copyright Breaches
OpenAI has been sued by five news publications in Canada: Torstar, Postmedia, The Globe and Mail, The Canadian Press, and CBC/Radio-Canada over alleged copyright infringement. The five news companies have accused the ChatGPT maker of regularly breaching copyright and online terms of use.
- 3 days ago 30 Nov 24, 10:47am -
- China Is Reportedly Trying to Protect Its Potatoes From Rising Temperatures and Climate Change Impact
In China, a major potato-producing nation, researchers are racing to develop heat-resistant potato varieties as global warming threatens crop yields. A study led by the International Potato Center (CIP) in Beijing indicates that higher temperatures, predicted by the end of the century, could accelerate tuber growth but lead to reduced harvests.
- 3 days ago 29 Nov 24, 9:47pm -
- Lithium Mining Could Have Drastic Impact on Water Quality and Environment, Says Study
A recent study by Duke University's Nicholas School of the Environment reveals that although common contaminants like arsenic and lead are not present in harmful concentrations near the Kings Mountain lithium mine in North Carolina, high levels of lithium, rubidium, and cesium were detected in local water sources. The research, which focused on water from the surrounding groundwater and streams, provides critical baseline data for understanding the potential impacts of future lithium mining oper…
- 3 days ago 29 Nov 24, 9:38pm -
- ISRO Deploys Satellites to Monitor Cyclone Fengal Which Is Moving Towards Tamil Nadu
Cyclone Fengal is approaching Tamil Nadu, and ISRO’s advanced satellite systems, including EOS-06 and INSAT-3DR, have been closely monitoring its progress since November 23, 2024. The EOS-06 Scatterometer, part of the Oceansat-3 mission, is instrumental in detecting ocean wind patterns associated with the cyclone, while INSAT-3DR offers real-time updates on the cyclone’s intensity and direction. This critical satellite data enhances the effectiveness of early warnings and disaster management…
- 3 days ago 29 Nov 24, 9:20pm -
- WhatsApp Begins Testing Sticker Pack Sharing Feature on iOS, Android
WhatsApp beta testers can now share sticker packs installed on their devices after updating to the latest beta versions of WhatsApp for iOS and Android. Additionally, WhatsApp has begun to permit some testers to include a message when forwarding content on the messaging platform.
- 3 days ago 29 Nov 24, 9:02pm -
- Elon Musk Says xAI Will Start an AI Game Studio ‘To Make Games Great Again’
Elon Musk might be planning to start an artificial intelligence (AI) game studio. The world’s richest person made a cryptic post on X (formerly known as Twitter) highlighting his frustrations with a large number of game studios being owned by large corporations. This is not the first time Musk has posted about gaming. He recently live-streamed himself playing Diablo 4 and has expressed his admiration towards video games in general.
- 3 days ago 29 Nov 24, 8:41pm -