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The leaked image and specs line up with what was heard from sources familiar with Microsoft's plans. (Photo | AFP)

Leaks suggest Microsoft Surface Pro 8 will have 120Hz display, Thunderbolt support

Last week, the outlet has reported that the Surface Pro 8 would ship without USB-A ports, in favour of USB-C and Thunderbolt

20 Sep 2021 4:01 PM

Clubhouse might be working on 'Waves', a new feature to invite friends to chat

The new invite feature, called 'Waves', will focus on the more casual, social side of Clubhouse

19 Sep 2021 2:10 PM

In this image taken from SpaceX video, passengers aboard a SpaceX capsule react as the capsule parachutes into the Atlantic Ocean off the Florida coast. (Photo: AP)

SpaceX all-civilian orbital crew completes historic mission

The SpaceX Dragon capsule was slowed down by four large parachutes before splashing into the Atlantic Ocean

19 Sep 2021 8:04 AM

The researchers found that aerosols travelled farther and more quickly in rooms with displacement ventilation, where fresh air continuously flows from the floor and pushes old air to an exhaust vent near the ceiling. Representational Image. (ANI)

Study says social distancing is not enough to prevent virus

The findings of the study were published in the journal 'Sustainable Cities and Society'

19 Sep 2021 2:39 AM

The tech giant says that passwords are highly susceptible to malicious attacks. (AFP Photo)

Users can now completely remove passwords from Microsoft account

Instead of signing in through passwords, users can access the company's services using alternative authentication methods

18 Sep 2021 3:03 PM

Afghan residents and family members of the victims gather next to a damaged vehicle inside a house, day after a US drone airstrike in Kabul. (AFP)

'A tragic mistake': US admits strike in Kabul killed 10 civilians, not IS militants

The drone strike killed 10 people, including seven children, according to McKenzie, none of who ultimately were linked to IS

18 Sep 2021 10:34 AM

Earlier this year we saw a leaked list of unreleased Pixel phones containing the GPQ72 model number and 'Passport' code name which is allegedly the Pixel foldable phone. (AFP Photo)

Google Pixel Fold tipped to launch this year

It has been long rumoured that Google is eyeing to enter the foldable space with its own Pixel foldable phone

17 Sep 2021 4:43 PM

The company did recently announce its first price increase for both Microsoft 365 and Office 365 that will go into effect in March 2022. (Photo | AFP)

Microsoft Office 2021 consumer release to come out in October

Microsoft will support Office LTSC for five years, and the company has also committed to another perpetual version of Office for the future

17 Sep 2021 2:58 PM

Reportedly, the company might be ramping down production of the iPhone SE 256GB. (Photo: iPhone SE)

iPhone SE with 256GB of storage no longer available on Apple Store

However, the 64GB and 128GB variants are still available

17 Sep 2021 2:33 PM

The Dragon capsule's two men and two women are looking to spend three days going round and round the planet. (Photo: Twitter/@SpaceX)

SpaceX launches 4 amateurs on private Earth-circling trip

It's SpaceX founder Elon Musk's first entry in the competition for space tourism dollars

16 Sep 2021 8:43 AM

Currently 63.1 percent of the eligible population over-12 are fully vaccinated, or 54 percent of the total population. (AP file photo)

US approaching Delta wave peak but virus expected to become endemic

Countries in western Europe have also seen similar downturns in their Delta surges

15 Sep 2021 10:32 AM

Apple CEO Tim Cook with the iPhone 13 Pro Max and Apple Watch Series 7 during a special event at Apple Park. (Photo: AFP)

Apple's next iPhone mirrors last year's, adds more storage

The pre-recorded video event streamed Tuesday gave Apple a chance to present a polished story

15 Sep 2021 9:17 AM

Instagram is making a version of the social network for children 13 years old or younger. (Photo: PTI)

Instagram seeks to curb mental harm to teenagers

Instagram has worked to address problems of bullying, suicide, self-injury and eating disorders exposed at the platform

15 Sep 2021 7:23 AM

Alexandria's message received mixed reactions from the social media users. (Photo: Twitter)

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Met Gala 2021 look comes with a political message

The Democratic Congresswoman from New York opened up about her outfit, hoping her dress can be a conversation starter

14 Sep 2021 1:10 PM

The previously unknown vulnerability affected all major Apple devices iPhones, Macs and Apple Watches. (Photo: Apple official website)

Apple fixes security hole reportedly used to hack an iPhone

Researchers at the University of Toronto's Citizen Lab said the security issue was exploited to plant spyware on a Saudi activist's iPhone

14 Sep 2021 11:07 AM

A Green Card, known officially as a Permanent Resident Card, is a document issued to immigrants as evidence that the bearer has been granted the privilege of residing permanently in the US. (DC File Image)

New US bill can help millions, including Indians to get US Green Card

The bill does not contain permanent structural changes to the legal immigration system

14 Sep 2021 3:12 AM

Bank researchers in 2018 released a report on the impact of climate change on migration in South Asia, Latin America and sub-Saharan Africa, and projected 143 million people in those regions could be forced to move by 2050. (PTI)

Climate change could force 216 million from their homes: World Bank

World Bank's vice president for sustainable development said that the data give a 'global estimate' of the scale of potential migration

14 Sep 2021 3:11 AM

All the rumours and speculations regarding the upcoming products will be put to rest with the Apple event, which is scheduled to take place tomorrow at 1:00 pm ET. (Photo: AFP)

Ahead of Apple's event, new iPhone and AirPods details revealed

The iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Max will reportedly be available with four storage options

13 Sep 2021 7:08 PM

Asghari, 27, who works as a personal fitness trainer and actor, also announced their engagement on his Instagram. (Photo: Instagram/@samasghari)

Britney Spears announces engagement to Sam Asghari

Britney Spears shared the happy news on her official Instagram account

13 Sep 2021 12:12 PM

The company further recommended against mounting an iPhone on a motorbike. (Photo: AP/File)

Apples says iPhone camera performance may get damaged by motorcycle vibrations

A new post on Apple's Support forum explains that exposing iPhones to high-amplitude vibrations could degrade the devices' camera system

12 Sep 2021 2:36 PM

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