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Apple ID password reset prompts are being presented to several users online, according to various reports by customers on social media platforms. The issue appears to be affecting users randomly, including one Gadgets 360 staff member. Apple's system status webpage does not currently indicate that there are any issues affecting any of its services. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/eHuATm6

Realme 8i Specifications Confirmed to Include MediaTek Helio G96 SoC; Leaked Renders Hint at Design

Realme 8i has been teased to launch in India soon. The company has now confirmed that the mid-range phones will come with the new MediaTek Helio G96 SoC. Earlier this month, some official-looking design renders of the smartphone surfaced online along with key specifications. The phone may come with a 6.59-inch full-HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Its MediaTek S... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2WzrmEF

Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro Pre-Order, Sale Date Tipped Ahead of Official Announcement

Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro could be unveiled on October 19, as per the latest leak. At the time Google unveiled the design of the Pixel 6 series, it had was said that the phones will launch later this year. But it now seems like we have a date for Google’s launch event. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2V4yhF3

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Realme 8i has been teased to launch in India soon. The company has now confirmed that the mid-range phones will come with the new MediaTek Helio G96 SoC. Earlier this month, some official-looking design renders of the smartphone surfaced online along with key specifications. The phone may come with a 6.59-inch full-HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Its MediaTek S... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2WzrmEF

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Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro could be unveiled on October 19, as per the latest leak. At the time Google unveiled the design of the Pixel 6 series, it had was said that the phones will launch later this year. But it now seems like we have a date for Google’s launch event. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2V4yhF3

ISRO successfully conducts hot test on Gaganyaan's service module propulsion system

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The Indian Space Research Organisation recently conducted a hot test on its Gaganyaan Service Module (SM) Propulsion System on 28 August. This was the first hot test of the System Demonstration Model (SDM) of the Gaganyaan SM Propulsion System which differs from the hot test the agency conducted on the Vikas engine. The test was conducted in the ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu for a duration of 450 seconds. According to an ISRO statement, the system performance met the test objectives and was a close match with pre-test predictions. A series of hot tests will be conducted to simulate various mission conditions as well as off-nominal conditions. The Service Module is part of the Gaganyaan Orbital module and is located below the crew module and remains connected to it until re-entry. On August 28, 2021, ISRO successfully conducted the first hot test of the System Demonstration Model (SDM) of the Gaganyaan Service Module Propulsion System at the test facil

New Royal Enfield Classic 350 India launch LIVE blog: Price announcement event begins, watch it HERE

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11:16 (IST) Watch the launch of the 2022 Royal Enfield Classic 350 You can follow the live stream of the launch of the new Royal Enfield Classic 350 right here. 11:00 (IST) 2022 Royal Enfield Classic 350: New under the skin Being the second model to be based on Royal Enfield’s J platform, the 2022 Classic 350 is all-new under the skin, with a new chassis. 10:31 (IST) Welcome to the launch of the 2022 Royal Enfield Classic 350! Good morning, folks! Welcome to  Tech2' s live coverage of the arrival of the new-generation Royal Enfield Classic 350. The launch event begins in about an hour from now, so stay tuned as we bring you all the updates LIVE from the launch. It’s almost time to welcome the latest avatar of one of India’s most-loved motoring icons – the new-generation 2022 Royal Enfield Classic 350 will be launched today. Over the years, the Classic 350 has established itself as a pillar of strength for Royal Enfield, consistently finding buyers and establis

India-bound Hyundai Casper mini-SUV showcased for the first time: Here’s all you need to know

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Hyundai has taken the wraps off of its smallest SUV yet – it’s named the Hyundai Casper, a mini-SUV that is set to make its way to India in the coming months. The Casper – named after the freestyle skateboarding trick invented by Bobby ‘Casper’ Boyden in the 1970s, and not the friendly ghost – is unique in the way that it’s not only the smallest SUV Hyundai has made till date, but also one of its most compact passenger vehicles for global markets. Let’s take a closer look at some of the key details of the Casper. #Hyundai #CASPER , exterior design revealed for the first time. #HyundaiCASPER #SUV #Car #CarDesign #NewCar #Automobile #CarPhotography pic.twitter.com/OPBVprCt3M — Hyundai Motor Group (@HMGnewsroom) September 1, 2021 Hyundai Casper design and dimensions At 3,595 mm in length, 1,595 mm in width and 1,575 mm in height, the Hyundai Casper – based on the K1 compact car platform that also underpins the Hyundai Santro and Grand i10 Nios – is shorter and narrower tha

Samsung Galaxy A52 5G Gets Fresh Update With New Features, Latest Security Patch: Report

Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is reportedly getting a new update based on One UI 3.1.1. The update is bundled with the August 2021 Android security patch. It is said to come with a quick settings toggle for the Bedtime Mode and an updated Weather app. The size of the update is 763.01MB. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3gJE6PB

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Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is reportedly getting a new update based on One UI 3.1.1. The update is bundled with the August 2021 Android security patch. It is said to come with a quick settings toggle for the Bedtime Mode and an updated Weather app. The size of the update is 763.01MB. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3gJE6PB

Final testing of the James Webb space telescope is complete, it is getting ready for its 31 October launch

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After completing its final testing, the James Webb Space Telescope is being prepared for transportation to its launch site in Kourou, French Guiana. The launch is slated to take place on 31 October this year. NASA stated that since there is no more large-scale testing that needs to be conducted, Webb’s cleanroom technicians will work towards ensuring its reaches its launch pad safely. This is a drastic shift from their previous focus — demonstrating Webb can survive the harsh conditions of launch and work in orbit. The space observatory will travel through the Panama Canal to French Guiana which is on the northeastern coast of South America. It will then have a ‘dress rehearsal’ before it rolls out to the launch pad two days before launch. The telescope will be launched into space aboard the Ariana 5, one of the most reliable launch vehicles presently available. The telescope is a collaboration between the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NA ESA states that Webb is

Best phones under Rs 40,000 (Aug-Sept 2021): Xiaomi Mi 11X Pro 5G, Vivo X60 to OnePlus 9R

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The competition for places in the sub-Rs 40,000 segment in India is a bit too stiff at present. Choosing just five handsets in this crowded segment proved to be near impossible. Hence, we have chosen not five, but eight smartphones for you this month. There’s a full spread on offer, starting with a couple of handsets with Snapdragon 888 SoC, ample RAM and storage, one with 108MP camera, and high refresh rate AMOLED screens is a given. So, let’s see which phones made the cut this month. Best phones to buy under Rs 40,000 in India Xiaomi Mi 11X Pro 5G Xiaomi’s Mi 11X Pro 5G flaunts a handful of features you’d expect from a genuine flagship device, starting with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 SoC. You get 8 GB RAM and 128 GB storage to go with it. You also get a 108 MP camera at the back to capture some impressive shots in different modes and lighting. It is accompanied by an 8 MP ultra-wide shooter and a 5 MP macro camera, and there’s also a 20 MP front camera for selfies and video calls.

Google Pixel 5a Overheating and Touchscreen Issues Surface, Company Working on a Fix

Pixel 5a users are reporting of overheating and touchscreen issues. Some users claim that the overheating warning comes in when shooting in 4K video, while others say it gets triggered even when shooting 1080p clips. ‘Weird’ touchscreen issues have also been reported affecting the bottom half of the display. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mK00WY

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Pixel 5a users are reporting of overheating and touchscreen issues. Some users claim that the overheating warning comes in when shooting in 4K video, while others say it gets triggered even when shooting 1080p clips. ‘Weird’ touchscreen issues have also been reported affecting the bottom half of the display. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mK00WY

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Researchers have developed a battery prototype that can store as much as six times the charge of a conventional lithium-ion battery. The discovery was published in the Nature journal. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3yt4uDv

SpaceX's Cargo Dragon resupply mission carries NASA tech, robotic arm, avocado, ice cream

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SpaceX launched its Cargo Dragon for a resupply mission to the International Space Station on 29 August and it docked at the station the next day, 30 August. The spacecraft was launched on a two-stage Falcon 9 rocket from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) Kennedy Space Centre, Florida. The craft carried more than 2,170 kg (4,800 pounds) of crew supplies, spacecraft hardware and science experiments. This is SpaceX's 23rd Commercial Resupply Services (CRS) mission. After the Falcon 9 launched, the first-stage booster executed a graceful landing at sea, on SpaceX's drone ship A Shortfall of Gravitas. Andy Tran of SpaceX stated that the launch was “the 90th successful landing of an orbital class rocket and the very first for our newest drone ship, 'A Shortfall of Gravitas.'" SpaceX now boasts of three Falcon 9 ships — “Of Course I Still Love You", "Just Read the Instructions" and the newest craft, "A Shortfall of Gravi

Rechargeable Batteries Now Have Six Times More Capacity, Researchers Build Prototype

Researchers have developed a battery prototype that can store as much as six times the charge of a conventional lithium-ion battery. The discovery was published in the Nature journal. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3yt4uDv

Realme GT Neo Gaming Price and Specifications Leak, Tipped to Launch Soon

Realme GT Neo Gaming is tipped to launch in the global market soon and is likely to come in two configurations — 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 12GB RAM + 256GB storage options. The tipster has also leaked key specifications of the rumoured Realme GT Neo Gaming smartphone and it’s expected to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2YdL751

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Realme GT Neo Gaming is tipped to launch in the global market soon and is likely to come in two configurations — 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 12GB RAM + 256GB storage options. The tipster has also leaked key specifications of the rumoured Realme GT Neo Gaming smartphone and it’s expected to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2YdL751

Updated Triumph Speed Twin launched in India at Rs 10.99 lakh: Check out what’s new on the bike

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The 2021 Triumph Speed Twin – unveiled globally in June with a host of improvements and cosmetic tweaks – has been launched in India today, at a price of Rs 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Introduced in 2018, the Speed Twin is among the biggest motorcycles in Triumph’s Modern Classics range and has found over 11,000 buyers globally in the three years it has been on sale. For 2021, Triumph has upgraded the Speed Twin’s engine, so it’s BS6-compliant (Euro 5) but also makes some more power. Additionally, there are upgrades to the motorcycle’s suspension, tyres and brakes. The new Speed Twin- the performance icon - can be yours for INR 10,99,000 Ex-Showroom Pan India. Get in touch with the local Triumph dealer to book yours today. #SpeedTwin #ThePerformanceIcon #ForTheRide #TriumphIndia #TriumphMotorcycles pic.twitter.com/dr2XcfkSiY — TriumphIndiaOfficial (@IndiaTriumph) August 31, 2021 Still the same size as before, the 2021 Triumph Speed Twin’s 1,200 cc parallel-twin now makes 100

Top 10 safest cars in India as rated by Global NCAP: Tata Tigor EV Ziptron becomes first electric car to join the list

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Coinciding with its market launch, the  Tata Tigor EV Ziptron has become the first made-in-India, sold-in-India electric car to be tested by vehicle safety watchdog Global New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP), securing a four-star rating in the crash tests. Under the #SaferCarsForIndia campaign – initiated to create awareness about the importance of making vehicles sold in the country safer – Global NCAP has conducted over 40 crashes in the last few years, and model scores have ranged from an abysmal zero stars to a genuinely impressive five stars. We’ve put together the highest scores registered by all models tested till date to bring you a list of the top 10 safest cars on sale in India as rated by Global NCAP. Of the 10 models listed here, three have secured a full five stars, while the remaining seven have all racked up four stars. The vehicles listed here are ranked in order of their star ratings and their scores for adult occupant protection (AOP). Mahindra XUV300 – 5 stars (A

Tata Tigor EV Ziptron launched in India at Rs 11.99 lakh: Packs 306 km range, four-star Global NCAP crash test rating

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The updated Tata Tigor EV – now powered by the company’s Ziptron technology – has been launched in India at a starting price of Rs 11.99 lakh, making it the most affordable electric car on sale in India today. Offered in three variants, the Tigor EV is available in XE (Rs 11.99 lakh), XM (Rs 12.49 lakh) and XZ+ (Rs 12.99 lakh, all prices ex-showroom) variants. At these prices, the Tigor EV significantly undercuts the hugely popular Tata Nexon EV, prices for which start at Rs 13.99 lakh. Technically, the Tigor EV was never discontinued – a few weeks ago, it was rebranded the Xpres-T, and positioned as a fleet-only offering. However, despite being facelifted, the electric compact sedan carried on with its older 72-volt architecture and 21.5 kWh battery pack. Tata’s Ziptron technology – which debuted with the Tata Nexon EV – packs in capabilities far superior to those of the Xpres-T’s powertrain. Tata’s Ziptron-powered vehicles come with a high-voltage 300+ volt permanent magnet synchr

Tata Tigor EV Ziptron India launch highlights: Revamped electric sedan priced from Rs 11.99 lakh, has 306 km range

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11:41 (IST) Tata Tigor EV Ziptron launched in India at Rs 11.99 lakh: Packs 306 km range, four-star Global NCAP crash test rating- Technology News, Firstpost www.firstpost.com 11:20 (IST) Tata Tigor EV Ziptron prices announced! Here they are! Prices for the Tata Tigor EV Ziptron start at Rs 11.99 lakh and go up to Rs 12.99 lakh for the top-spec XZ+ trim (ex-showroom).  11:18 (IST) Tata Tigor EV Ziptron charging details The Tata Tigor EV Ziptron adopts the widely-accepted CCS2 charging standard, and supports fast-charging as well. It will take only about an hour to go from 0 to 80 percent with fast-charging, and 8.5 hours when slow charging. 11:17 (IST) Tata Tigor EV Ziptron Global NCAP rating revealed Tata Motors has announced the Tigor EV Ziptron has secured four stars for both adult as well as child occupant protection in the Global NCAP crash tests. 11:16 (IST) Tata Tigor EV Ziptron range revealed The Tata Tigor EV Ziptron has an ARAI-certified ran

OnePlus Nord 2, OnePlus 7 Series Getting New Features, Improvements With OxygenOS Updates

OnePlus Nord 2 and OnePlus 7 series — OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7 Pro, OnePlus 7T, and OnePlus 7T Pro — are receiving new OxygenOS updates bundled with the August 2021 Android security patch. The OnePlus Nord 2 is getting battery optimisations for PUBG and other gaming titles. The OnePlus 7 series gets the Bitmoji AOD feature that is co-designed by Snapchat. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3Bqthdd

iPhone 13 With a Notchless Design Allegedly Spotted on Apple TV+ Show Ted Lasso Ahead of Launch

iPhone 13 with a notchless design allegedly appeared on Apple TV+ comedy show Ted Lasso. Some users shared screenshots from the series to suggest the new iPhone ahead of its official announcement. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3jtdh44

Smartphone Shipments Expected to Keep Growing as Emerging Markets Show Recovery: IDC

Smartphone shipments are expected to continue growing in the coming years as emerging markets are showing strong recovery. Due to the COVID-19 related lockdowns and restrictions, growth was small but is expected to continue. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3DuP0CP

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OnePlus Nord 2 and OnePlus 7 series — OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7 Pro, OnePlus 7T, and OnePlus 7T Pro — are receiving new OxygenOS updates bundled with the August 2021 Android security patch. The OnePlus Nord 2 is getting battery optimisations for PUBG and other gaming titles. The OnePlus 7 series gets the Bitmoji AOD feature that is co-designed by Snapchat. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3Bqthdd

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iPhone 13 with a notchless design allegedly appeared on Apple TV+ comedy show Ted Lasso. Some users shared screenshots from the series to suggest the new iPhone ahead of its official announcement. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3jtdh44

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Smartphone shipments are expected to continue growing in the coming years as emerging markets are showing strong recovery. Due to the COVID-19 related lockdowns and restrictions, growth was small but is expected to continue. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3DuP0CP

Tata Tigor EV Ziptron India launch LIVE updates: Revamped electric sedan has 306 km range, four-star GNCAP rating

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11:20 (IST) Tata Tigor EV Ziptron prices announced! Here they are! Prices for the Tata Tigor EV Ziptron start at Rs 11.99 lakh and go up to Rs 12.99 lakh for the top-spec XZ+ trim (ex-showroom).  11:18 (IST) Tata Tigor EV Ziptron charging details The Tata Tigor EV Ziptron adopts the widely-accepted CCS2 charging standard, and supports fast-charging as well. It will take only about an hour to go from 0 to 80 percent with fast-charging, and 8.5 hours when slow charging. 11:17 (IST) Tata Tigor EV Ziptron Global NCAP rating revealed Tata Motors has announced the Tigor EV Ziptron has secured four stars for both adult as well as child occupant protection in the Global NCAP crash tests. 11:16 (IST) Tata Tigor EV Ziptron range revealed The Tata Tigor EV Ziptron has an ARAI-certified range of 306 kilometres.  11:11 (IST) Tata Motors ramping up charging network From 60 charging points at the launch of the Nexon EV in January 2020, Tata Motors today has over 640