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Google bans eight dangerous apps from Play Store; delete them now

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In a big development, Google has banned eight dangerous apps from the Play Store. These apps were being used by hackers for personal gain to trap users and steal their personal information. It is worth noting that eight of the banned apps are related to cryptocurrency mining.

The cryptocurrency industry is getting popular day by day. More and more individuals around the world are taking a keen interest in new digital currency investment. And this craze has been noticed by hackers and scammers, who are taking this opportunity to trick netizens into downloading these malicious apps on their smartphones. By using these applications, hackers and cyber attackers are silently installing malicious apps containing dangerous malware and adware in the user’s phone.

According to a report by security firm Trend Micro, these eight apps were making victims watch ads, pay for subscriptions, and increased mining capabilities to earn more profit. The average monthly fee charged by these applications was around $15 (roughly Rs 1,100). The research website has also revealed that these apps were paid, which means that users had to pay to download these apps on their smartphones. The Japanese security firm flagged these malicious apps on Google Play Store and asked Google to pull them down.

The tech giant might have removed these apps from the Play Store, but they might still be present in the phones of many users. In case you have any of these apps installed on your device, it is strongly recommended that you uninstall them now.

Google banned these eight apps

BitFunds – Crypto Cloud Mining

Bitcoin Miner – Cloud Mining

Bitcoin (BTC) – Pool Mining Cloud Wallet

Crypto Holic – Bitcoin Cloud Mining

Daily Bitcoin Rewards – Cloud Based Mining System

Bitcoin 2021

MineBit Pro – Crypto Cloud Mining and & BTC Miner

Ethereum (ETH) – Pool Mining Cloud

The report by Trend Micro suggests that two of the above-mentioned apps – Crypto Holic and Daily Bitcoin Rewards – were paid, charging users $12.99 (Rs 996) and $5.99 (Rs 445) respectively. It also states that there are still more than 120 fake cryptocurrency mining apps available online. As mentioned in a report, “These apps, which do not have cryptocurrency mining capabilities and deceive users into watching in-app ads, have affected more than 4,500 users globally from July 2020 to July 2021.”

Western Digital launches SanDisk Ixpand Wireless Charger Portfolio in India

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Western Digital today announced the launch of the SanDisk Ixpand Wireless Charger Sync and SanDisk Ixpand Wireless Charger 15W with adapter. The SanDisk Ixpand Wireless Charger Sync is Western Digital’s first wireless charger that comes bundled with the dual functionality of wireless charging and automatic data storage and backup for Qi-Compatible devices. With innovative technology, it reimagines the capabilities of the traditional charger while opening a world free from the hassles of wired charging and manual back-ups of smartphone data.

With local storage in capacities up to 256GB, customers can rely on fully charged and backed-up smartphones with the SanDisk Ixpand Wireless Charger Sync. This device helps in automatically backing up photos and videos in full resolution and freeing up valuable space on the device to ensure optimal smartphone performance. The charger also supports personal backup profiles for each user to provide ease without worrying about overlapping and confusing data. Consumers looking for a better and hassle-free charging solution can opt for the SanDisk Ixpand Wireless Charger 15W which offers efficient charging.

Khalid Wani, Sales Director, India, Western Digital, said, “With technological advancements and higher penetration of Qi-compatible smartphones and devices in the market, wireless charging is a fast-growing category and holds strong demand with our consumers. At Western Digital, we understand the changing lifestyles and ever-evolving needs of the consumers and are constantly innovating to bring creative solutions to add convenience to their lives. The all-new SanDisk Ixpand Wireless Charger portfolio is one such cool gadget that allows you to take full control of your life.”

Jaganathan Chelliah, Director, Marketing, India, Western Digital, said, “In today’s hyper-fast and interconnected world, consumers are generating a huge amount of data daily, which not only exhausts their internal phone storage but also exhausts their phone batteries quickly owing to heavy consumption. When the choice comes between charging your phone and offloading your data to an external storage device, only one emerges triumphant as most phones today have a single port. SanDisk Ixpand Wireless Charger Sync bridges this gap, with an innovative 2-in-1 wireless solution that charges your smartphone wirelessly while taking a backup of your valuable data simultaneously. And SanDisk Wireless Charger 15W with adapter is an ideal companion for your Qi-compatible smartphones that will simplify your life with ease of use. It’s now time to disentangle our lives.”

These devices alleviate charging woes for others in the family across different operating systems with a universal charging solution. Both the Ixpand Wireless Charger Sync and Ixpand Wireless Charger 15W are compatible with iPhone 8 and up, Samsung Galaxy S7 and up, Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and above, AirPods Pro, and other Qi-Compatible smartphones even through most cases. The devices are designed for protection through temperature control, foreign object detection, and adaptive charging that help keep the phone battery safe.

Ixpand Wireless Charger Sync – Key Features

  • Automatically back up photos, videos, and contacts right onto the charger by placing your phone on the base1
  • Delivers up to 10W of power with fast charging
  • Easily free up space on your phone knowing your photos and videos are backed up in full resolution1
  • Includes high-efficiency power plug with 6-foot (1.8m) cable for fast, convenient charging, right out of the box
  • Supports multiple backup profiles so you can share the charger with others in your family

Ixpand Wireless Charger 15W – Key Features

  • Delivers up to 15W of power with fast charging
  • Comes with a SanDisk AC Adaptor and 4.5ft (1.5m) USB Type-C cable
  • Soft rubber ring helps protect phones from slipping

Pricing and Availability

The new SanDisk Ixpand wireless chargers are backed by a two-year limited warranty. The Ixpand Wireless Charger Sync is available now in 256GB capacity at Rs 9,999, while Ixpand Wireless 15W Fast Charger with QC 3.0 Adapter is priced at Rs 2,999 and Ixpand Wireless Charger 15W is available at Rs 1,999. All the products are available on Amazon India, Croma, Poorvika, and other leading mobile stores in the country.

Tech NewsWrap: Realme C21Y launched in India… and more

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Realme C21Y launched in India

Good news for budget smartphone users in India. Realme has launched entry level smartphone – Realme C21Y – in the country. This is world’s first smartphone with TUV Rheinland High-Reliability Certification. The latest device comes with a 5000mAh battery with reverse charging, AI triple camera and super power saving mode. Realme C21Y will be available in two storage variants – 3GB + 32GB priced at Rs 8,999 and 4GB + 64GB priced at Rs 9,999. The smartphone will be available in two amazing colors – Cross Blue and Cross Black.

Realme Narzo 30 5G gets 4GB+64GB variant

Realme launched the Realme Narzo 30 5G earlier this year in a single 6GB + 128GB storage configuration that is priced at Rs 15,999. The brand has now announced a new lower memory version of the model for a cheaper price tag. This new variant comes in 4GB + 64GB storage, 6.5-inch 90Hz FHD+ display (LCD), MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC, and more features. Realme Narzo 30 5G new model cost Rs 13,999 and will be available for purchase from Realme India website, Flipkart, and mainline stores starting August 24 at 12pm.

Motorola Edge 20 sale postponed in India

Motorola recently launched Moto Edge 20 and Edge 20 Fusion in India, which was set to go on sale on August 24. Now, the company pushed the sale date to a later date. This means that the latest device will not go on sale on August 24. It has not yet revealed as to why it has postponed the sale date of the smartphone. The Lenovo-owned Motorola has now said that the customers will be able to pre-order the Motorola Edge 20 starting August 24 through Flipkart and it will announce the new sale date ‘shortly’.

Xiaomi announces September 15 Global Launch event

The Chinese electronics company Xiaomi announced that it will be hosting a new product launch event on September 15. While the company has yet to reveal which product it plans on introducing next month, it is expected to launch the Mi 11T smartphone and Mi Pad 5 tablet series. The company announced that the launch event will be livestream across their social media accounts – YouTube, Facebook and Twitter. As per the reports, the event will officially begin at 8:00PM (GMT+8) on Wednesday, September 15, and will last somewhere around 70 minutes.

JioPhone Next goes on sale next month

The much-awaited JioPhone Next is slated to arrive on September 10. It was announced during the 44th Reliance AGM that took place a couple of months ago. The new device built in collaboration with Google will run Android 11 (Go Edition). While Jio has not revealed any specifications of this phone, leaks have gained us plenty. As per the reports, JioPhone Next could be priced at Rs 3,499. The tipster further details that the phone will be powered by Qualcomm’s entry-level Snapdragon 215.

Windows 11 download: How to install next gen Windows from ISO files

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So you have heard the entire buzz about Windows 11. Microsoft announced the next generation of Windows called Windows 11 a few months ago. It has a new Start menu, a new taskbar, new design elements, and new wallpapers. Also, it is going to be able to run Android apps. These are all big changes that naturally want you to try.

The official release date of Windows 11 has not been set yet, so we will have to wait for the tech giant to reveal the same thing. Fortunately, ahead of its official release, Microsoft is making it easier than ever to download Windows 11. Its preview version can be tried before its final release. Users will now be able to “clean install” the beta version of Windows 11 on any compatible PC. They will also be able to update from Windows 10 to the new operating system (OS) via an official ISO file.

How to install Windows 11 easily

To get the official Windows 11 ISO file, all compatible PC users need to sign up through the official website of Microsoft for Windows Insider. If you have a Windows 10 license, you can sign up for the Insider program by visiting the company’s site to download Windows 11 update.

Once the sign-up process is completed, visit the Windows Insider Preview Downloads page and choose an option between a Beta Channel and Dev Channel build to download. Our advice would be to download the beta version instead of the Dev version, keeping in mind the stability. Microsoft is currently offering the ISO files for Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22000.160 as a download option. Users can select these files to install the Windows 11 operating system on any compatible PC.

In order to install the next generation of Windows, it should be noted that users must have a valid Windows 10 license to activate Windows 11 in case they choose to use this ISO. Also, to run Windows 11, your computer must have a 64-bit processor at 1GHz or faster. Apart from this, you should have at least 4GB RAM and 64GB free disk space on your computer. It must also have a compatible graphics card with DirectX 12 and WDDM 2.0 drivers. The device must support Secure Boot and UEFI with TPM 2.0.

After downloading the file, users can double-click the ISO file to open it and update their PC to Windows 11. In case you are using the ISO file to clean install or upgrade a Windows 11 PC, this build of the operating system will bring all the major Windows 11 features so far. Some of the features include – the newly redesigned Start Menu and Taskbar Microsoft Teams integration, a new chat app, and much more.

Additionally, for Windows 11, Microsoft has teased a new Paint app which may be making its way soon to Windows Insiders. Downloading the ISO file and using it to install the new OS will get you access to the latest features.

ClassMonitor launches Skill Master Hindi Edition program

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Edtech Startup ClassMonitor is entering the vernacular learning segment with the launch of a Skill Master Hindi Edition Program as an extension to their ongoing programs. The course is designed to introduce Hindi as a vernacular language to early learners in an engaging, active, play-based approach. The introduction of the Hindi Edition Course is closely aligned with Foundational Literacy Objectives outlined by National Education Policy 2020.

ClassMonitor is a home learning platform in early childhood and parents which blends traditional teaching with modern methods of learning. Its hybrid learning tool takes children to a learning space that combines real-life learning experiences with curated activities. The Hindi Learning Language is approached in a contextual, integrated manner, and taught through themes that connect to a child’s immediate environment, thereby making learning meaningful and relevant.

Vijeet Pandey, Co-Founder and CEO at ClassMonitor stated, “With an aim to provide a better education learning environment for parents and early childhood, we have designed this course and its activities in progression, to ensure that by the end of the program, the child is able to read with comprehension, speak with confidence, listen and understand, and begin to write for meaning.”

The course would be accessible to people in 1000+ cities in India and across 12 countries where ClassMonitor currently has its presence. With the launch, the Edtech Startup aims to cater to other languages and break any barrier in terms of language for early childhood education and home learning programs.

“The Learning Material for this course is thematic and comprises activities designed on the ELPS approach (experience-language-pictures-symbols) supported by high-quality material such as flashcards, vocabulary building games, puzzles, worksheets, conversation cards, poem, and story cards, etc., and the kits are designed to target the children aging between 2.5-5.5 years costing Rs 2,500”, Vijeet added.

ClassMonitor has a customer base of parents with an annual household income of 3 LPA and above and opts for a yearly subscription for themselves and their kids. It is visioned on bringing a better education learning environment for parents and early childhood. The brand has consistently been focused on creating quality while promoting openness and creativity by closely watching the customer feedback and evolving all products based on it.

Boult Audio ProBass Qcharge neckband with Type-C fast charging, 24 hr battery life launched in India

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Homegrown Boult Audio has come up with the newest addition to its ProBass range of in-ear earphones called ProBass Qcharge in India. Aimed towards those with an active lifestyle, it features an extra-long battery life that can go on for 24 hours non-stop. The main USP of the ProBass Qcharge is its Type-C port and fast charging technology that allows the battery to charge from 0 to 100% in just 30 minutes. And with a mere 15 minutes of charging, you can hit the road for a good 15-hour journey without needing to recharge again.

The Boult Audio ProBass Qcharge also boasts of a highly ergonomic and comfortable design. The sweat-resistant, flexible and lightweight soft rubber design neckband is built for grip and style, while the extra-soft silicone ear tips and ear fins ensure a good grip and all-day comfort. Moreover, the magnetic earbuds are designed to keep its wires from tangling when not in use. Lastly, the entire body is IPX5 water and sweat-resistant, so you can wear them worry-free during your sweaty workouts or those outdoor runs.

The neckband packs in extra bass and punch while maintaining Boult Audio’s crisp and impeccably precise award-winning signature sound. All this is thanks to the in-built aerospace-grade alloy micro-woofers that produce a rich and precise audio signature.

The Boult Audio ProBass Qcharge also packs in some extra features for all those workaholics and fitness freaks. A simple tap can help you with a hands-free experience with help from your favourite voice assistant. Summon your Google or Apple AI friend and keep yourself updated with the latest news or weather reports. Simply ask for directions, change music tracks or dial back home with just your voice.

The Boult Audio ProBass Qcharge in-ear earphones will be available in three colours – Black, Blue and Green for an exclusive price of just Rs 1,199 on Amazon, and with a 1-year standard industry warranty.

iQOO announces Quest Days sale on Amazon valid till August 26

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Vivo spin-off brand iQOO has come up with Quest Days on Amazon.in, where consumers can avail attractive discounts with no-cost EMI, extra off on exchange, free screen replacement offer, discounts on select bank cards along with other exciting offers on iQOO 7 series and Z3 smartphones.

Valid till August 26, customers can avail a discount of Rs 3,000 on purchase of iQOO 7 Legend.  iQOO 7 buyers can avail a discount of Rs 2,000 and iQOO Z3 buyers can avail discount worth Rs 1,500 using Amazon coupon.

Under iQOO Quest Days, customers can avail the following offers:

 

iQOO7 series has been one of the most power-packed and dynamic smartphones launched this year. Infused with best-in-class specifications, iQOO 7 series promises monster performance by offering a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 series processor coupled with an Intelligent Display Chip. Supported by 66W FlashCharge technology, iQOO 7 series reduces charging time to satisfy the fast-paced lifestyles of modern-day smartphone users. The iQOO 7 series also boasts a strong triple rear-camera setup, with both iQOO 7 and 7 Legend containing a 48MP OIS main rear camera.

The #FullyLoaded iQOO Z3 offers unparalleled performance in the segment with strong hardware specifications. Packed with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 768G 5G mobile platform, the Z3 offers smooth performance and a seamless video streaming experience. The iQOO Z3 comes with 55W FlashCharge technology, 120Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate for uninterrupted mobile gaming experience. To prevent the phone from overheating, the Z3 also has a five-layer Liquid Cooling System, keeping the device cool even under high-load operations to ensure long-term performance in gaming scenarios.

Optiemus partners with Wistron to manufacture mobile phones, IT hardware and EVs

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To boost the government’s Make in India initiative, homegrown contract manufacturer Optiemus Electronics has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Taiwan-headquartered Wistron Corporation’s Indian subsidiary Wistron Infocomm Manufacturing (India) to manufacture mobile devices, IT hardware and electric vehicles. The companies were among the first to be approved under the government’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for mobile and electronics manufacturing in India.

The strategic alliance will offer a unique proposition in Indian Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market backed by joint product development, engineering capabilities, software and firmware development besides giving a boost to employment generation in the country. The alliance will also work towards creating a joint hub in India for Design Solutions Product Development apart from bringing smart manufacturing to India.

 

Apart from manufacturing mobile phones, the alliance will also work towards design and manufacturing of tablets, laptops, hearables/wearables, telecom products, IoT/industrial IoT, smart meters/devices and automotive-EV products. The alliance will as well focus on the expansion of design ecosystem in India. Currently, Optiemus has PLI for both mobile phone manufacturing and IT hardware manufacturing and plans to significantly increase its investment to Rs 1,350 crore in the next 3 to 5 years.

Optiemus Electronics targets to achieve revenue of approximately Rs 38,000 crore in multiple product segments while ramping up manpower in its plants significantly to reach a figure of around 11,000 employees in the next 3 to 5 years.

OEL currently has two manufacturing plants in Noida, Uttar Pradesh with a total combined manufacturing capacity of about 2 million devices per month. Optiemus and Wistron alliance will be able to offer Taiwanese technology at optimized cost and PLI sharing, all under one roof. Through this partnership, both the companies will jointly explore the possibilities of catering to both domestic and overseas customers through OEL’s manufacturing facilities.

A. Gururaj, MD, Optiemus Electronics, said, “We at Optiemus Electronics Limited strongly support the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s call for Atmanirbhar Bharat for creation of a world class supply chain in India for mobile/IT products manufacturing and related ecosystem and our alliance with Wistron India is a significant step forward in this direction. The strategic combination of manufacturing expertise and technical prowess of both India and Taiwan will herald a new era in Indian electronics ecosystem and help realize the vision of a $5 trillion economy. We also look forward to participating in future PLI schemes announced by the government in line with our capabilities.”

David Shen, President and CEO, Wistron Smart Devices, said, “Wistron is committed to creating a global design and manufacturing hub in India for electronics and telecom in support of Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make-In-India. A world-class design and manufacturing infrastructure in India is the need of the hour to fulfill the untapped demand from global players where quality is paramount. PLI will be a key enabler to bridge any gaps in developing the ecosystem for the next decade. It is time to extend our support to our Indian partner as we embark on a wonderful and exciting journey together.”

Tech NewsWrap: Motorola Edge 2021 launched… and more

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Motorola Edge 2021 launched with Snapdragon 778 SoC

Motorola has launched a new Motorola Edge 2021 globally. The smartphone comes as a successor to Edge smartphone that was unveiled last year. It comes with more features and improved specifications than its predecessor. This time, the Lenovo-owned brand comes with a flat screen with slim bezels on the sides, but a thicker chin. The latest device has a 144Hz refresh rate display and 6.8-inch IPS FHD+ LCD screen with 8GB of RAM. Motorola Edge 2021 is priced at $699 (approx. Rs 52,000) for the sole 8GB RAM + 256GB storage model.

Indian smartphone market breaks record with 173 million units in 2021

The Indian smartphone market is growing rapidly. According to Counterpoint Research, it is set to hit a record high of 173 million units in 2021, growing at 14 per cent year-on-year. More than 100 million mobile phones are expected to be shipped in the second half of the year, it said. Since the COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, the region has experienced a surge in demand for smartphones. Additionally, the sales momentum which has thrived from July is expected to continue along the festive season in India, from August to November 2021.

WhatsApp launches Beta Program for its desktop app

WhatsApp has launched a public beta program for WhatsApp Desktop app. WABetaInfo showed that users can also initiate beta testing on WhatsApp for Desktop, which will let them try out new features before they release for general WhatsApp users. The instant messaging app is already testing a very useful feature on beta version 2.2133.1 of WhatsApp for Desktop. Now users can easily sign up for WhatsApp Desktop beta users on iOS and Android.

Xiaomi teases the Mi TV 5X for Indian market

Xiaomi is currently teasing an event called ‘Smarter Living 2022’, slated to launch its next-generation TV model Mi TV 5X on August 26. The latest Smart TV series follows the Mi TV 4X generation of TVs that the company has sold in India so far. Mi TV 5X will have narrow bezels with a metal finish, fine-tuned visuals, a new generation of PatchWall interface, and more. The company has also confirmed to launch Mi Band 6 and Mi Notebook at the event.

Google discontinues Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5

Google has confirmed that it has discontinued its Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 smartphones. Both the phones are out of stock on the Google Store in the US and they are expected to go out of stock at other retailers soon. The decision to discontinue these devices makes sense after the company launched the model’s successor – Pixel 5a 5G, but the tech giant is yet to launch a successor to the Pixel 5 which the company has discontinued long before the arrival of Pixel 6 this fall.

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