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Google Pixel 3a, Pixel 3a XL with improved features, affordable prices launched

California [USA], May 8 (ANI): On the sidelines of the Google I/O 2019, the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL finally made their debut. The affordable variants of the flagship Pixel 3 boast toned down features at half the price of the premium models.

2019-05-08T13:40:46.530981+00:00 IST

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Google announces new privacy controls across products at I/O 2019

California [USA], May 8 (ANI): At the ongoing Google I/O 2019, the company introduced a number of additional privacy and security tools to make its products and platforms safer for users.

2019-05-08T13:40:36.282297+00:00 IST

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Instagram uses Facebook fact-checkers to debunk false photos

California [USA], May 7 (ANI): To curb the spread of false information, Facebook's fact-checking exercise is now running on Instagram.

2019-05-07T17:43:43.783267+00:00 IST

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Researchers build 'cathartic robots' you can beat to take out your frustration

Glasgow [United Kingdom], May 7 (ANI): Robots can be intimidating or friendly, depending on the purpose they serve. However, a team of researchers has built technology which goes next level and can take a beating when you are upset.

2019-05-07T17:43:37.125742+00:00 IST

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Apple, Google remove dating apps after FTC warning

California [USA], May 7 (ANI): The Federal Trade Commission reportedly warned Apple and Google about certain dating apps which allowed underage users, leading to their removal from the official stores.

2019-05-07T17:43:29.457938+00:00 IST

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Twitter finally allows you to retweet with the right meme

California [USA], May 7 (ANI): Plain retweeting is old school. Twitter has finally introduced an ability that will make retweeting fun and exciting.

2019-05-07T17:43:15.502072+00:00 IST

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Amazon brings hands-free Alexa experience on Windows 10

California [USA], May 7 (ANI): If you are on a Windows 10 device, you can summon Alexa completely with your voice.

2019-05-07T17:42:09.545656+00:00 IST

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AI can detect depression in child's speech, study suggests

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): When it comes to children, it becomes difficult to detect depression and anxiety because they are mostly unable to voice their emotions. A recent study suggests that a machine learning algorithm can detect signs of anxiety and depression in the speech patterns of young children.

2019-05-07T13:06:32.928227+00:00 IST

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Collision-detecting suitcase, way-finding app will help visually impaired travellers to navigate airports

Washington D.C. [USA], May 7 (ANI): Researchers have developed a smart suitcase and an app to enable vision-impaired travellers to navigate airport terminal safely and independently.

2019-05-07T12:03:38.366866+00:00 IST

Internet

Israel responds to a cyberattack with air strike

Jerusalem [Israel], May 6 (ANI): For the first time, a nation has retaliated with immediate physical action to a cyber attack. Israel Defence Forces (IDF) launched an airstrike on a Gaza Strip building believed to house Hamas digital warfare operatives.

2019-05-06T15:16:44.147972+00:00 IST

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This Roomba screams when it bumps into stuff

California [USA], May 6 (ANI): When you hit your pinky toe while walking around the house, screams and swear words come naturally. A YouTuber has successfully built that capability into a Roomba so you can call it your friend.

2019-05-06T15:15:17.806854+00:00 IST

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Ex-Amazon workers file lawsuit for discrimination over pregnancy

California [USA], May 6 (ANI): At least half a dozen former Amazon employees have reportedly sued the e-commerce giant in the last few years for discrimination because of their pregnant state.

2019-05-06T15:14:15.234770+00:00 IST

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Firefox rolls out fix for add-ons issue

California [USA], May 6 (ANI): A certificate error that impromptu disabled all add-ons on Mozilla's Firefox browser has been finally fixed.

2019-05-06T15:13:23.458866+00:00 IST

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YouTube Music widely rolls out local file playback

California [USA], May 6 (ANI): As YouTube Music seeks to replace Google Play Music, it is being integrated with more features to please the listeners. The app is reportedly supporting local file playback on Android devices.

2019-05-06T15:08:08.352003+00:00 IST