Tag: Smartphones
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Smartphones: Addiction and gaze
Although smartphones have made our lives easier, more fun and more social in important ways, there's also a huge downside to this technology. All the major research findings indicate that when we are totally immersed in social media, we miss out on real conversations and are incapable of original and deep thinking
March 6, 2019 -
Fortnite, PUBG and the rising online gaming industry
According to a recent report by Forbes, the number of game-developing companies in India has increased from 25 in 2010 to 250 in 2018; the online gaming industry in India is currently valued at around $890 million
January 30, 2019 -
Why gifting smartphones to children is a dangerous idea
Smartphones are addictive. Smartphones can and do harm children in innumerable ways, and gifting smartphones to children (or anyone!) is a bad idea, writes Tanushree Sowmondal (student of class XI) of The Levelfield School, Suri
January 19, 2019 -
5 travel apps that work offline too
Most apps depend on the data pack you choose, and you are stuck if there is no data. This is when a smart traveller is put to test. So, if you are smart, you will go for apps that work offline too.
November 9, 2018 -
Cut down on screen time
Using one's phone in moderation might be the answer to being a little happier.
September 26, 2018 -
Apple probing fraudulent iTunes transaction in Singapore: Report
iTunes is Apple's entertainment app and users can buy music and movies via the iTunes Store.
July 23, 2018 -
Integrating social media in classrooms
Social media is ubiquitous in our digital lives today, and many progressive teachers are embracing such platforms to connect with students.
July 9, 2018 -
When non-conformity is necessary
This is an age when a smartphone is a necessary gadget even if the user has little or no education. That education would, supposedly, help in understanding the complicity and complexity of spreading fake news. After all, who cares about boring, old mainstream journalism with its propensity to claim a sacro-sanctity that’s no longer kosher. …
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June 24, 2018 -
How to make sure your teenager gets enough sleep
Increasing academic pressure has increased the time Indian students spend at school or engaged in academic work at home.
April 13, 2018 -
Punjab govt’s decision to distribute smartphones to youth reaches HC
Punjab government’s decision to distribute smartphones to youth of the state has been challenged in the Punjab and Haryana High Court by the way of filing a plea citing the move a wasteful expenditure. Through a Public Interest Litigation (PIL), advocate Hari Chand Arora has sought a restraint order against implementation of the smartphone distribution …
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April 5, 2018 -
Huawei launches two new smartphones
Chinese electronics giant Huawei on Tuesday announced the debut of the ‘HUAWEI P20 Series’ with the launch of two new smartphones — HUAWEI P20 and HUAWEI P20 Pro — that will be available in India from the next week. “P20” with 5.8-inch screen features a Leica dual camera and “P20 Pro” with 6.1-inch screen comes …
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March 28, 2018 -
Zebra Technologies launch 2 mobile computing devices for SMBs
Expanding its portfolio of mobile computers, Zebra Technologies, a global leader in providing solutions and services to enterprises, on Thursday introduced “TC20” mobile computer and “TC25” rugged smartphone in India. “TC20” will cost $500-$600 while and “TC25” will be available for $530-$600 depending on the specifications, the company said. “Until now, Small and Medium Businesses …
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March 22, 2018 -
How Gionee aims to be among top 5 smartphone brands in India
After a brief hiatus, second-tier Chinese handset maker Gionee is geared up for a big splash in India with new smartphone launches amid a revamped strategy to be among the top five players in the country, a senior company executive has said. The smartphone maker confirmed its restructuring plans last month, saying it will adopt …
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March 22, 2018 -
Distributing free smartphones to youths: Adv sends legal notice to Punjab govt
An advocate practising in the Punjab and Haryana High Court has served legal notice to Amarinder Singh-led Congress government in Punjab against its decision of distributing free smartphones to youths. According to advocate HC Arora said that he had come to know that the Punjab government was going to distribute smartphones from next financial year …
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March 4, 2018 -
MediaTek launches Helio P60 with dual 4G VoLTE, AI capabilities
Chipmaker MediaTek on Monday unveiled Helio P60 system-on-chip (SoC) with dual 4G VoLTE and the company’s “NeuroPilot” Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology at the ongoing Mobile World Congress 2018 (MWC) here. It is the first chipset platform featuring a multi-core AI processing unit and will enable device makers to bring to market smarter, more capable mid-range …
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February 27, 2018 -
HTC confirms U.S. staff layoff reports, merges VR and smartphone units
Taiwan-based HTC Corporation has confirmed that it has laid off several employees from its US offices and will merge its virtual reality (VR) and smartphone departments, media reports said. HTC said the company will undergo some reorganisation, merging its smartphone and VR businesses to reduce operation cost, The Verge reported on Friday. “We have recently …
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February 27, 2018 -
Samsung Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+ officially launched: All you need to know
In a bid to take on Apple iPhone X, Samsung unveiled Galaxy S9 and S9+ smartphones that come with “Super Slow-mo” video, a new “Dual Aperture” lens powering an innovative low-light camera and “AR Emoji” for creating personalised experiences. Although prices are yet to be announced, S9 may cost around $720 and S9+ nearly $840. …
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February 26, 2018