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Netflix rolls out 'Screen Lock' feature to prevent unintentional pauses, skips

Washington D.C. [USA], April 21 (ANI): Netflix has introduced a new 'screen lock' feature that helps users avoid accidental pauses, skips and other playback changes through the on-screen options. This will make sure that users don't mistakenly hinder their own viewing experience.

2020-04-21T16:22:08.259481+00:00 IST

Apple's App Store, iCloud service to launch in 20 more countries

California [USA], April 21 (ANI): Apple will be launching its major services such as the App Store, iCloud, and Apple Podcasts in 20 more countries.

2020-04-21T10:51:03.633821+00:00 IST

Google waives Ad serving fees for news publishers for 5 months

Washington D.C. [USA], April 20 (ANI): Google has announced that it will relinquish a particular charge for news publishers around the world as the Google News Initiative is working to identify ways to provide immediate financial support to the journalism industry. The move is meant to help online publishers through the economic slowdown caused due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2020-04-20T17:27:27.113320+00:00 IST

Lime to provide free e-scooter rides for healthcare, law enforcement workers

Washington D.C. [USA], April 20 (ANI): Offering free 30-minute rides for health care workers and law enforcement officers, E-scooter-sharing company Lime has decided to reactivate a small fleet of scooters in a few cities.

2020-04-20T14:14:32.293334+00:00 IST

NASA joins California team to develop COVID-19 solutions

Washington D.C. [USA], April 19 (ANI): NASA has joined forces with a task force in Antelope Valley, in northern Los Angeles County, California, to build medical devices to help patients with coronavirus pandemic.

2020-04-19T10:48:30.123142+00:00 IST

Samsung's 'eco' TV packaging transforms into different furniture

Washington D.C. [USA], April 19 (ANI): Tech giant Samsung has recently announced a new kind of packaging - 'eco-packing' - that will convert boxes of televisions into different types of furniture.

2020-04-19T09:30:34.539988+00:00 IST

Instagram founders launch COVID-19 spread tracker

Washington DC [USA], April 19 (ANI): Instagram founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger have come together to launch Rt.Live, which is an up-to-date tracker of how fast the coronavirus is spreading each day.

2020-04-19T05:35:14.928917+00:00 IST

Netflix adds HDR, HD support to Oppo Reno3 Pro and Mi Note 10 Lite

New Delhi [India], April 18 (ANI): Netflix has updated its list of smartphones and tablets that support video playback in HD and HDR 10 playback mode.

2020-04-18T18:05:57.953435+00:00 IST

Host your next Zoom call with 'Star Wars' backgrounds

California [USA], April 18 (ANI): You can now make your Zoom or Skype call look like you're travelling to a galaxy far, far away, thanks to the official Star Wars website that has introduced 'Star Wars universe' themed backgrounds.

2020-04-18T10:29:23.703095+00:00 IST

Netflix makes several documentaries, series available on YouTube for students, teachers

California [US], April 18 (ANI): In an attempt to help teachers and students learn from home during the coronavirus pandemic, Netflix on Friday said that it has made several documentaries and series available on Netflix US YouTube channel.

2020-04-17T18:32:54.934042+00:00 IST

Samsung develops periodic hand washing reminder app

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 17 (ANI): Samsung Research Institute-Bangalore has built a 'Hand Wash' application which prompts users to clean their hands, a key precautionary measure to stay safe amid the rising coronavirus concern.

2020-04-17T12:56:32.533575+00:00 IST

Amazon introduces long form speaking styles for Alexa skills

Washington D.C. [USA], April 17 (ANI): Amazon has introduced a new speaking style for Alexa and has also added some speaking styles for other Artificial Intelligence voices, the company said today.

2020-04-17T10:37:26.816263+00:00 IST

Facebook to launch 'Get The Facts' feature to reduce spread of misinformation regarding coronavirus

New Delhi [India], April 16 (ANI): In an attempt to reduce the spread of misinformation regarding the coronavirus, Facebook is launching a new feature called 'Get The Facts', said CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Thursday.

2020-04-16T17:32:14.212123+00:00 IST

Apple begins selling AirPods Pro tip replacements through online store

Washington D.C. [USA], April 16 (ANI): Apple is now selling the replacement silicone tips for AirPods Pro that came with a set of replacements in three different sizes.

2020-04-16T10:33:14.846589+00:00 IST

NASA's Curiosity Mars team is controlling the rover from home

Washington, D.C [USA], April 15 (ANI): Even NASA employees are working from home during the COVID-19 crisis and keeping the need for social distancing in consideration.

2020-04-15T17:58:14.711046+00:00 IST

GitHub makes private repositories free for everyone

Mumbai, Maharashtra [India], April 15 (ANI): GitHub's private repositories will now be available with unlimited collaborators to all accounts for free, the company announced today.

2020-04-15T17:03:34.353577+00:00 IST

Samsung India pledges Rs 20 crore for COVID-19 relief efforts

New Delhi [India], April 15 (ANI): As India fights the coronavirus crises, Samsung India on Tuesday pledged a contribution of Rs 20 crore towards the relief efforts.

2020-04-15T16:46:16.837883+00:00 IST

Five steps to service your washing machine amid lockdown

New Delhi [India], April 15 (ANI): Due to the coronavirus enforced lockdown in the country, service teams can't reach you right now and scheduling product maintenance is currently difficult. Here are some easy steps to clean the inlet filter of your washing machine suggested by Samsung.

2020-04-15T10:23:56.699147+00:00 IST

Wear OS smartwatches are now sending reminders to wash your hands

Washington D.C. [USA], April 15 (ANI): Google's operating system for smartwatches and wearables, Wear OS, now sends periodic reminders to wash your hands. Frequent washing of hands is one of the best defenses against contracting the coronavirus.

2020-04-15T08:48:29.324383+00:00 IST

Google to add new features to help find virtual healthcare options

California [USA], April 12 (ANI): With the continued global lockdown, many people are finding it difficult to get in touch with doctors for routine consultations. To make virtual healthcare readily available, Google will be rolling out new features over the coming week.

2020-04-11T19:06:55.825028+00:00 IST

Microsoft Teams rolls out custom background option for professional video calls

Washington, D.C [USA], April 12 (ANI): Most of us are working from home which means work video calls may not 'look' professional all the time. To address this, Microsoft Teams has added new custom backgrounds for video calls.

2020-04-11T19:03:24.045234+00:00 IST