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Apple iPhone X, pronounced as iPhone 10

Hundreds line up in Sydney for Apple iPhone X launch

Around 400 people lined up outside Apple's flagship Sydney branch to pay A$1,579 ($1,218) for the 10th-anniversary...

3 Nov 2017 9:40 AM IST

The firs product based on Qualcomms system may arrive by the end of the year.

Qualcomm sues Apple for breach of software license contract

Qualcomm alleges Apple used its commercial leverage to demand unprecedented access to the chipmaker's highly...

3 Nov 2017 9:16 AM IST

The trio spent months studying the art of astrology and then trained an AI program they developed. Later in October, they launched the resulting app, CoStar.

Astrology in trouble? Horoscopes now written by AI

The app creators say the app's algorithm, takes into account of factors such as position of Moon, the other planets in...

2 Nov 2017 12:25 PM IST

Company says people watching Periscope will be able to send a gratuity to online performers and broadcasters they like, using a variety of heart shapes that they can purchase as a form of virtual currency.

Twitter's streaming app Periscope hikes payments to video stars

The app is hiking payments to its users at a time when it faces more competition in live-streaming video.

2 Nov 2017 10:01 AM IST

A trove of Facebook ads linked to a Russian effort to disrupt the American political process and whip up tensions around sensitive social issues. (Photo credit: AP)

Newly disclosed Facebook ads show Russia's cyber intrusion

A trove of Facebook ads made public depicting Russia's extraordinary cyber intrusion into American.

2 Nov 2017 9:52 AM IST

AI and machine learning refer to technology that is replacing traditional methods to assess the creditworthiness of customers, to crunch data, price insurance contracts and spot profitable trades across markets. (Photo credit: Reuters)

Rise of the machines must be monitored, say global finance regulators

The FSB says in its first report on artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning that the risks they pose need...

2 Nov 2017 9:24 AM IST

The re-born AIBO features new actuator technology allowing it move more smoothly and naturally like a real dog.

Sony revives pet AI project with updated AIBO robot dog

AIBO is billed as a pet that behaves like a real dog using AI to learn and interact with its owner and surroundings.

2 Nov 2017 8:59 AM IST

The Soft charging pad prevents scratching and slipping providing a cushion to the device.

Belkin launches new Boost Up Qi Wireless charging Pad

BOOST UP Qi Wireless Charging Pad (5W) provides wireless charging experience without plugs and cables.

1 Nov 2017 8:47 PM IST

The company also launched Fusion, its bar-setting waterproof, mountable 5.2K spherical camera. Additionally, GoPro introduced new mounts and accessories and a new Follow mode for its Karma drone.

GoPro launches the GoPro Passport Program for travel bugs

Any customer buying a GoPro HERO6 at Reliance Digital will be issued a GoPro passport and receive offers from WCH as...

1 Nov 2017 8:32 PM IST

$The move comes just one week after Google spun off its self-driving unit into its own company named \Waymo\$ Technology

Google's Waymo to shift robotic cars into next gear

Waymo showed off its progress during a rare peek at a testing facility located 120 miles (193 kilometers) southeast of...

1 Nov 2017 4:15 PM IST

Facebook to launch news subscription feature.

US senators hammer Facebook for power over elections

Facebook has broader reach than the smaller Twitter network, and it offers more powerful targeting capabilities than...

1 Nov 2017 2:20 PM IST

Customers can now order a basic model of a 64GB iPhone 8 for 4,788 yuan ($722.61) from Chinas top home appliance retailer Suning Commerce Group Co Ltd.

Ahead of iPhone X launch, China vendors cut prices of iPhone 8 models

Buyers can now snap up Apple's new iPhone 8 Plus at discounts of between nearly 14 percent and 20 percent in mainland...

1 Nov 2017 10:27 AM IST