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The move follows an earlier test of the feature, which lets users compose several tweets at a time before posting them sequentially in a string.

Twitter to roll out new 'tweetstorm' feature soon

Prior to this, the social media giant had increased the longstanding 140 character limit on the messages to 280...

14 Dec 2017 12:13 PM IST

Most of the hype around Pixel centres around Google Assistant.

Google Assistant now available on older phones, tablets

The search giant's answer to Siri is now powering things ranging from phones to speakers to watches and more.

14 Dec 2017 12:09 PM IST

If you are using an older power bank, them the 2i will be a notable upgrade to its fast charging capabilities and eye-clinching aesthetics.

Mi Power Bank 2i review: A supercharger for your gadgets

The Mi Power Bank 2i is a great addition to your weekend trip backpack, now adding fast charging to the scene.

14 Dec 2017 11:03 AM IST

Xenophobic British citizens who believe that immigrants threaten their values and way of life were more likely to have voted in favour of the UK to leave the European Union, a study has found.(Photo: Pixabay)

Facebook accused of inaction over Russian ads in Brexit vote

It comes after evidence of activity by one Russian resource for spreading propaganda, the IRA, during last year's US...

14 Dec 2017 9:58 AM IST

Shivangi, has since then posted screenshots of the conversation on her social media page, which has received both shock and support from her friends and family. (Photo: Pixabay)

Net giants 'must pay for news' from which they make billions

News agencies join the forces together to get a share of ad revenue on the basis of copyright.

14 Dec 2017 9:31 AM IST

The stand-alone app on childrens devices can be controlled by a parents Facebook account that will allow kids to use video chat and send photos, videos or text messages to friends approved by their parents.

France proposes age-of-consent rule for Facebook users

Use of mobile phones is already forbidden in classrooms, so the ban would likely cover their use during breaks and at...

14 Dec 2017 9:02 AM IST

Facebooks facial recognition will work only when someone has been locked out of his/her account. (Representative Image: Apple)

Apple has its investment shoes on this week

The Finisar deal will help the company boost production of vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers, which are used for...

14 Dec 2017 8:13 AM IST

Microsoft is also trying to distinguish its 2nd-place search engine from long-dominant Google and position itself as an innovator in finding real-world applications for the latest advances in artificial intelligence.

Microsoft updates Bing search to highlight reputable results

Bing's new capabilities are designed to give users more confidence that an answer is correct and save them time.

14 Dec 2017 7:59 AM IST

Apple has never officially confirmed the project, several of CEO Tim Cooks comments have fueled speculation.

Finisar deal helps Apple block rivals' path to AR features

The investment will enable Apple to get better supply and better pricing, and it makes it more difficult for Android...

14 Dec 2017 7:48 AM IST

A chatbot should ideally be assigned to provide answers to such questions and once a customer is satisfied with the responses and wishes to proceed, an agent can be brought forth to answer specific queries and solve more complex concerns.

Chatting a girl or understanding chatbots College days once again in...

The current crop of commercialised chatbots has not been optimally designed keeping in mind the functions they are to...

13 Dec 2017 9:38 PM IST

Brute force attack is when hackers repeatedly try to gain access to systems using a range of different passwords.

Top five cyber security trends to look out for next year

While security technologies have grown so have the tactics, techniques, and procedures cyber attackers use to penetrate...

13 Dec 2017 9:22 PM IST

Microsoft has unveiled its latest gaming console the Xbox One X and gamers from all around the world are drooling over it. The new console promises to be 40 percent more powerful than the previous Xbox One S and can effortlessly do 4K rendering at 60fps. The latest one also gets backward compatibility for old Xbox titles, promising to make them smoother and load faster. The One X costs $499, roughly Rs 32,000, which seems like a bargain considering the specifications and the large number of drool worthy games on offer. So, whats so special about this one?

Change in demographics of the gaming industry The good, the bad

When it comes to wallet share, people first address their needs and then use anything left to indulge in their fancy.

13 Dec 2017 9:04 PM IST