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Google Launches Its “World’s Best Camera Smartphone “
5Oct By Press Trust of IndiaNo Comments
News, Tech

Google Launches Its “World’s Best Camera Smartphone “

Tech giant Google unveiled the second generation of its Pixel smartphone - Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL - which will be available in India from November 15 priced at Rs 61,000 onwards. The devices, which will compete in the premium segment with devices like Apples iPhone 8 and X as well as Samsungs Note 8, will be available in five other markets including the US, the UK and Australia. Google said that with Pixel, it has "created the world's best smartphone camera". "Pixel 2 is loaded with a better camera that not only lets you take great pictures but helps you understand the world around you; a battery that lasts all day; and an Assistant that helps you get more done," it said in a statement. During the launch event, Google also demonstrated Google Lens -a new set of visual features ...
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New Tech Can Turn Any Object into TV Remote
2Oct By Press Trust of IndiaNo Comments
Tech

New Tech Can Turn Any Object into TV Remote

Cant find your TV remote again? Scientists have developed a technology that can turn everyday objects - such as teacups or toy cars - into remote controls for televisions. Researchers from Lancaster University in the UK show a novel technique that allows body movement, or movement of objects, to be used to interact with screens. The Matchpoint technology, which only requires a simple webcam, works by displaying moving targets that orbit a small circular widget in the corner of the screen. These targets correspond to different functions - such as volume, changing channel or viewing a menu. The user synchronises the direction of movement of the target, with their hand, head or an object, to achieve what researchers call spontaneous spatial coupling, which activates the desired funct...
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Datamatics Acquires TechJini, a Boutique Mobile and Web Application Development Company
3Jul By PriyankaNo Comments
ACQUISITION

Datamatics Acquires TechJini, a Boutique Mobile and Web Application Development Company

Datamatics Global Services Ltd. signed a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling stake in TechJini, a boutique mobile and web application development company, headquartered in Bangalore. The objective of this acquisition is to further strengthen Datamatics' mobility offerings through TechJini's range of smart technology solutions. TechJini is a leading software services company with a presence in the U.S., and has a specialized focus on digital experiences and mobile-based web application development and maintenance services. With 250 employees, TechJini caters to over 35 companies across business verticals such as media, engineering, manufacturing and start-ups. TechJini is one of the first 13 companies in the world to be certified under the Google Developer Agency Program. Sp...
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Software Testing For GST Complete, Ready For Smooth Rollout: GSTN
28Jun By kriti singhNo Comments
INDIA

Software Testing For GST Complete, Ready For Smooth Rollout: GSTN

GST Network, the company providing technology backbone for the new indirect tax regime today said it has completed all software trials and testings necessary to successfully rollout GST from July 1. Over 66 lakh taxpayers have enrolled on the GSTN portal, Chairman Navin Kumar said. "GST IT system has undergone all mandatory tests and has been opened for new registrations and enrolments on June 25. We would like to assure everyone that the system is functioning smoothly," he said. The GSTN portal has also started accepting registrations from new taxpayers from June 25 even as the process of migration of existing taxpayers is already on. Registration has also started for GST practitioners, deduction of tax at source and e-commerce operators (TCS). The government has however deferred...
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TechGig Enters the Guinness Book of World Records
25Jun By PriyankaNo Comments
Tech

TechGig Enters the Guinness Book of World Records

TechGig Code Gladiators smashes the world record set by Baidu in China by over 160% - creating The Biggest Programming Competition in History TechGig has proven that India is at the Top of the Global IT Industry, having won the Guinness World Record for the country by beating the likes of the USA and China to create the biggest programming event of the world! 'TechGig Code Gladiators 2017' was organized by TechGig to identify the top competitive programmers and technology enthusiasts across India and the rest of the world. The contest registered 2,09,111 participants with the maximum participation from Bengaluru, India. The Guinness World Records citation declares, "The largest computer programming competition was organized by TechGig (India) in Bengaluru, India on 9 June 2017." ...
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Indian Government Approved a Start-up Incubation Centre for Mangaluru
18Jun By AnkitaNo Comments
INDIA

Indian Government Approved a Start-up Incubation Centre for Mangaluru

The Indian government has approved a start-up incubation centre for Mangaluru to provide basic facilities for people intending to set up self-employment units, Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said. The Centre would start functioning within four months with an investment of Rs 1.18 crore, she said. Facilities would be provided to 60 start-up companies at the centre in the initial phase, the Minister of state for for Commerce and Industry said after inspecting the site identified for the centre here last evening. The start-up companies could function here for a specified term and required facilities would be provided in the second floor of the corporation sub office. Kanara Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Nitte  University, National lnstitute of Technology, Karnataka  (NIT-K)...
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7Jun By Ankita SinghNo Comments
News

Flipkart Announces Hackathon to Deal With Bengaluru Traffic Problem

E-commerce major Flipkart today announced a hackathon to crowdsource "innovative", "implementable" solutions from the tech community and concerned citizens, that could help ease the cities perennial  traffic problem. Termed "Gridlock Hackathon," the initiative marks the start of the "Month of Innovation" at Flipkart, a part of its  10th year anniversary celebrations, the company said. The contest will run from June 7, 2017 until June 21,  2017 and is open for technology-centric solutions, as well as  those that partially leverage technology through out-of-the-box thinking, it said in a release. "The idea is to give back in some way to the city we  all love, and ensure it retains the vibrant ecosystem that has been a major catalyst in the growth story of Flipkart and so many other ...
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Big Blow To Trump, US Tech Giants Join Alliance to Honour Paris Climate Agreement
6Jun By AdityaNo Comments
USA

Big Blow To Trump, US Tech Giants Join Alliance to Honour Paris Climate Agreement

US tech giants, government leaders, investors, universities, and companies have agreed to fight global warming by reducing carbon emissions and honour the Paris Agreement on climate change, days after President Trump announced his decision to withdraw from the landmark deal. Various companies like Apple, Google, Facebook, Intel and Microsoft are among the hundreds of businesses that declared their intention to continue working toward reducing carbon emissions. The firms who were noticeably absent were Oracle, IBM, and all the major telecommunications providers. "In the absence of leadership from Washington, states, cities, colleges and universities and businesses representing a sizeable percentage of the US economy will pursue ambitious climate goals, working together to take forc...
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IFC Invests $3 Million in AI Focused Fund Pi Ventures
26May By Press Trust of IndiaNo Comments
FUNDING

IFC Invests $3 Million in AI Focused Fund Pi Ventures

International Finance Corporation (IFC), a part of the World Bank Group, is investing USD 3mn in pi Ventures maiden fund. The amount will be used by the early stage venture fund to invest in companies leveraging technologies such as applied artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and IoT across a range of sectors, it said in a statement here. IFC is making investments through the IFC Startup Catalyst programme, which aims to build local ecosystems to drive innovation and entrepreneurship. IFC's venture capital investments in India include online grocery major BigBasket, edutech startup Byju's, Portea, a company providing affordable home care and BlackBuck, a leading player in elogistics.
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