Technology News for Tuesday 15th October 2024

1. Google Pixel 9 Pro pre-orders open in India on October 17; see price, features and colour options

Selfie enthusiasts will appreciate the 42-megapixel front camera, designed for high-quality video calls and detailed selfies. The device is equipped with a robust 4,700mAh battery, supporting 45W ...

2. Google Pixel 9 Pro pre-orders to start from Oct 17 on Flipkart: Know more

The Google Pixel 9 Pro, launched as part of the Pixel 9 series in August, will be available for pre-orders starting from October 17 on the e-commerce platform Flipkart. Google initially offered the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL in India, followed by the ...

3. IMC 2024: Reliance Jio launches JioBharat V3 and V4 4G feature phones

Reliance Jio launched JioBharat V3 and V4 4G feature phones during the ongoing India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024. Updated - October 15, 2024 04:20 pm IST.

4. Oura Ring 4 review: best smart ring gets comfort and battery upgrade

The Ring 4 swaps the clear plastic insides of its predecessor for shiny titanium to look even less like a cutting-edge piece of tech on your finger. It still weighs practically nothing – 3.3g to 5.2 ...

5. Reliance Jio launches JioBharat V3 and V4 phones with 4G features at Rs 1099

Priced at Rs 1099, with a monthly plan of Rs 123, the phones offer 14 GB data and unlimited calls. With features like 128 GB storage, support for 23 languages, and exclusive Jio services, ...

6. Google Shopping just got an AI makeover

Google Shopping has a new update with AI-based product context, personalized recommendations, and a deals page. · The update combines features familiar to Amazon and Pinterest users for a more streamlined shopping experience.

7. YouTube Unveils Major Product Update With Sleep Timer, AI Playlist Thumbnails and More

Those changes include some options that users have been asking for like sleep timers and playback control, as well as UI tweaks, badges, and new playlist features. YouTube is also continuing to roll out new generative ...

8. The Oura Ring 4 is sleek and easy to wear but scratches easily. Here's what it's like

I've been testing the new Oura Ring 4, which officially ships and hits retailers on Tuesday. The smart ring tracks sleep, stress, activity, heart health and more. The $349 device is comfortable to wear and easy to use. I was surprised by how quickly ...

9. iPhone 16 Pro Max Review: Bigger, more powerful, and ready for on-device AI

While Apple showcased some of its on-device Gen AI features during the WWDC 2024 and at the September launch event, some of those features will be available to users only in public beta version in this latest iPhone.

10. Light-induced Material Could Help Build Better Quantum Sensors, Quantum Computers

Researchers from Argonne National Laboratory and Northern Illinois University have developed a method to detect and control electron spins in perovskite materials using light, potentially advancing quantum technology applications like quantum sensors and ...

11. Want the iPhone 16?

Hurricane restoration continues. The Verizon Foundation is donating a total of $2 million to aid relief and recovery efforts in areas affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. $1 million will go to the American Red ...

12. Apple iPad mini 2024 Release Date Latest: Confirmed With Full Details

Apple has just announced its new iPad mini much sooner than most had expected, including Mark Gurman, whose prediction of an unveiling “around the end of October” has been overtaken by events. Here's what we know.

13. Android 15 is now rolling out to Pixels. Here's what's new

The wait for a next-generation Android experience is finally over. Google today released the public version of Android 15, and it is now making its way to compatible phones, starting with the company's Pixel series of smartphones.

14. SURF, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory complete steel beam test

SURF calls transporting the beam of steel “difficult” because it must travel a mile underground in an elevator-like cargo space. However, this successful test brings the development of the DUNE detector installation closer.

15. Evaluating Scholastic Performance in Brain Cancer Survivors Following RT

The University of Florida was the first institution to directly link the medical data of patients with brain tumors undergoing radiation therapy with academic performance, according to Raymond B. Mailhot, MD, MPH. CancerNetwork® spoke with Mailhot, ...

16. Soon, you can import and export 'Passkeys' while maintaining encryption

The FIDO Alliance has published new specifications for passkeys that will allow users to import and export them. Passkeys were launched two years ago to replace traditional passwords, offering security key and biometric authentication.

17. The War on Passwords Is One Step Closer to Being Over

“Passkeys,” the secure authentication mechanism built to replace passwords, are getting more portable and easier for organizations to implement thanks to new initiatives the FIDO Alliance announced on Monday.

18. Microsoft settles video gamers' lawsuit over Activision takeover

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines. SAN FRANCISCO -- Microsoft Corp. has settled a lawsuit from a ...

19. Vast Space unveils Haven-2, a private space station to follow the ISS after its fiery end

"This vision of global cooperation in space will create opportunities for scientific and technological advancements, benefiting new and current sovereign partners as well as industries around the world." Comments (0). When you purchase through links on ...

20. iPad Mini 7 price, specifications, release date: Check new features of Apple's new iPad

According to The Verge, iPad Mini 2024 will be powered by the A17 Pro Chip and will be having a major performance enhancing facility with a 30 per cent CPU boost and 25% increase in GPU capabilities, as per a report.