Technology

Buying TikTok could make Microsoft a hipper, youth-focused company

Microsoft has had limited success in social media, although it did acquire the business-focused network LinkedIn.

The US president has set a deadline of September 15 for TikTok to sell its US business or stop operations in the country.

The Pixel 4a also beats Apple iPhone SE by $50 at $349, with both devices affordably priced to appeal to buyers amid the economic crisis.

Get yours on Amazon from August 6 onwards during the Amazon Prime Day sale.

The move follows the June 23 suspension of H-1B and other foreign work visas until end 2020 to safeguard American jobs in an election year.

One Plus 8 will cost Rs 41,999 in India, while the OnePlus 8 will sell at Rs 54,999

Redmi Note 9 Pro and Redmi Note Pro Max offers specs comparable to high-end phones, such as quad camera, high speed processor, Corning glass

Apple iPhone XR secured the top spot while the iPhone 11 became the second best-selling model.

The foldable device with a seamless display will be competing with Samsung Galaxy Z Flip launched in February at Rs 1,09,999

Phones are indispensable during the lockdown but repair centres are not open, so handle with care or you’ll regret it

Specs of the new edition of the trusty waterproof wireless in-ear accessory for gym use are out

It is equipped with Smart mode which senses the temperature and humidity in the room while adjusting the fan speed accordingly.

No access to cinemas, sports and cultural centres, millions of people choose from a range of online entertainment options

The Edge speaker is available at an introductory price of Rs 1,699.

Its built-in active amplifier and 70 watt speaker can uplift the spirit of any house party.

Most of these 47 apps are banned for the same reasons as the earlier 59, and many were lite versions or variants of the earlier banned apps.

Lawmakers seem to be catching up with technology and so will regulation, so Big Tech should not take things for granted.

Google has an operating system for smartwatches so Fitbit’s user data will strengthen its already powerful position in targeted advertising.

Perseverance rode an Atlas V rocket in the third and final Mars launch of summer 2020, and hopes to bring back first Martian rock samples.

The footage shared “false information about cures and treatments for COVID-19”.