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Amazon Appstore for Android to Shut Down in August; Amazon Coins to Be Discontinued
Amazon Appstore will be discontinued later this year, 14 years after it was launched for Android devices. Alongside this, Amazon will also wind down its Amazon Coins digital currency programme used for app purchases. While the app store won’t be available for download on Android devices, it will continue to function on Amazon's own devices, inclu...
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This 1,000-Year-Old Masterpiece Will Disappear For 2 Years
The 11th-century Bayeux Tapestry will go off display from August 2025 to 2027 for preservation, returning in a newly designed exhibition space.
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Google TV Streamer (4K) to Reportedly Get a New Remote With Backlit Controls Soon
Google TV Streamer (4K) could soon benefit from a new accessory which may improve its operation in low-light scenarios, as per a report. The streaming device, launched in August last year, is the latest flagship addition to the Mountain View-based technology company’s lineup of smart home entertainment solutions. While it features a redesigned se...
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Mahindra XEV 9E, BE 6 Bookings Finally Open, Dealer Dispatch Started Last Month
Mahindra has now started taking booking for its born electric SUVs- BE 6 and the XEV 9E. The delivery commence from August, check details now.
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The Biggest Announcements at Sony's State of Play: Saros, Tides of Annihilation, Days Gone Remastered and More
Sony’s State of Play showcase brought a ton of announcements and game trailers, some expected and others a bit of a surprise. As was leaked earlier, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater received a new trailer confirming its August 28 release date. The show also featured new trailers for already announced titles like Hazelight’s Split Fiction, Ca...
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OpenAI Says Elon Musk's Takeover Bid Contradicts His Lawsuit Against It
Musk sued OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and others in August and has asked a US district judge to block OpenAI's attempt to transition to a for-profit entity. OpenAI, however, has written in a letter to the court that Musk's bid to purchase the AI firm contradicts his lawsuit.
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Samsung Galaxy A06 5G Specifications Leaked, Said to Get 6.7-Inch Display, Dimensity 6300 SoC
Post the launch of Samsung’s Galaxy A06 smartphone back in August 2024, the company seems to be preparing for the launch of a 5G variant. While hardware specifications of the 5G budget smartphone have been leaked out in the past, a new source has now spilled all the beans on the Galaxy A06 5G.
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Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons Will Feature Magnets and Mouse Functionality, Patent Suggests
Nintendo revealed the Nintendo Switch 2 in January following several leaks about the hybrid console’s design and features. While the company stopped short of detailing the functionality and specifications of the Switch 2, the first-look trailer showed a revamped Joy-Con connecting mechanism. A patent from Nintendo published Thursday suggests the ...
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"This Gap Which I Got..." Shreyas Iyer On His Return To India's ODI Side vs England
Shreyas Iyer last played for India in the 2-0 ODI series defeat in Sri Lanka in August 2024, and is now back in the mix for back-to-back 50-over assignments in the national set-up.
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Stranger Things Actor David Harbour And Lily Allen Split After 4 Years Of Marriage
Allen and Harbour first sparked relationship rumours in August 2019, after being spotted together in London
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Watch: Priyanka Chopra Shields Malti Marie From The Paps Ahead Of Brother's Wedding
Siddharth Chopra and Neelam Upadhyaya had their registry ceremony in August, last year
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Google May Bring Adaptive Charging Feature to Pixel Watch Lineup Soon
Google's Pixel phones offer an adaptive charging feature for optimising battery life and preventing overcharging. This technology slows down the phone’s charging speed overnight to prolong the battery lifespan. Now, Google seems to be preparing to bring this battery protection feature to the Pixel Watch lineup. Reference to this feature was repor...
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Mysterious Brain Disease Found in Dead Great White Sharks Along Atlantic Coast
A series of unexplained great white shark deaths along the North American Atlantic Coast has sparked scientific investigations. The first case, recorded in August 2023, revealed brain inflammation in a shark found in Prince Edward Island. Further cases showed similar patterns, with experts struggling to determine the cause. Some scientists suggest ...
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UP Police Constable 2024 Phase 1 PET Admit Card To Be Out Today, Check Details
The UPPRPB written exam was conducted on August 23, 24, 25, 30, and 31, 2024.
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University Of Southampton Delhi Launches Scholarships Schemes For Indian Students
The Delhi Presidential Scholarship and the Future Talent Scholarship aim to provide financial assistance to meritorious candidates enrolling for the August 2025 intake.
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Amazon Appstore for Android to Shut Down in August; Amazon Coins to Be Discontinued
Amazon Appstore will be discontinued later this year, 14 years after it was launched for Android devices. Alongside this, Amazon will also wind down its Amazon Coins digital currency programme used for app purchases. While the app store won’t be available for download on Android devices, it will continue to function on Amazon's own devices, inclu...
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This 1,000-Year-Old Masterpiece Will Disappear For 2 Years
The 11th-century Bayeux Tapestry will go off display from August 2025 to 2027 for preservation, returning in a newly designed exhibition space.
-
Google TV Streamer (4K) to Reportedly Get a New Remote With Backlit Controls Soon
Google TV Streamer (4K) could soon benefit from a new accessory which may improve its operation in low-light scenarios, as per a report. The streaming device, launched in August last year, is the latest flagship addition to the Mountain View-based technology company’s lineup of smart home entertainment solutions. While it features a redesigned se...
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Mahindra XEV 9E, BE 6 Bookings Finally Open, Dealer Dispatch Started Last Month
Mahindra has now started taking booking for its born electric SUVs- BE 6 and the XEV 9E. The delivery commence from August, check details now.
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The Biggest Announcements at Sony's State of Play: Saros, Tides of Annihilation, Days Gone Remastered and More
Sony’s State of Play showcase brought a ton of announcements and game trailers, some expected and others a bit of a surprise. As was leaked earlier, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater received a new trailer confirming its August 28 release date. The show also featured new trailers for already announced titles like Hazelight’s Split Fiction, Ca...
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OpenAI Says Elon Musk's Takeover Bid Contradicts His Lawsuit Against It
Musk sued OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and others in August and has asked a US district judge to block OpenAI's attempt to transition to a for-profit entity. OpenAI, however, has written in a letter to the court that Musk's bid to purchase the AI firm contradicts his lawsuit.
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Samsung Galaxy A06 5G Specifications Leaked, Said to Get 6.7-Inch Display, Dimensity 6300 SoC
Post the launch of Samsung’s Galaxy A06 smartphone back in August 2024, the company seems to be preparing for the launch of a 5G variant. While hardware specifications of the 5G budget smartphone have been leaked out in the past, a new source has now spilled all the beans on the Galaxy A06 5G.
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Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons Will Feature Magnets and Mouse Functionality, Patent Suggests
Nintendo revealed the Nintendo Switch 2 in January following several leaks about the hybrid console’s design and features. While the company stopped short of detailing the functionality and specifications of the Switch 2, the first-look trailer showed a revamped Joy-Con connecting mechanism. A patent from Nintendo published Thursday suggests the ...
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"This Gap Which I Got..." Shreyas Iyer On His Return To India's ODI Side vs England
Shreyas Iyer last played for India in the 2-0 ODI series defeat in Sri Lanka in August 2024, and is now back in the mix for back-to-back 50-over assignments in the national set-up.
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Stranger Things Actor David Harbour And Lily Allen Split After 4 Years Of Marriage
Allen and Harbour first sparked relationship rumours in August 2019, after being spotted together in London
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Watch: Priyanka Chopra Shields Malti Marie From The Paps Ahead Of Brother's Wedding
Siddharth Chopra and Neelam Upadhyaya had their registry ceremony in August, last year
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Google May Bring Adaptive Charging Feature to Pixel Watch Lineup Soon
Google's Pixel phones offer an adaptive charging feature for optimising battery life and preventing overcharging. This technology slows down the phone’s charging speed overnight to prolong the battery lifespan. Now, Google seems to be preparing to bring this battery protection feature to the Pixel Watch lineup. Reference to this feature was repor...
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Mysterious Brain Disease Found in Dead Great White Sharks Along Atlantic Coast
A series of unexplained great white shark deaths along the North American Atlantic Coast has sparked scientific investigations. The first case, recorded in August 2023, revealed brain inflammation in a shark found in Prince Edward Island. Further cases showed similar patterns, with experts struggling to determine the cause. Some scientists suggest ...
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UP Police Constable 2024 Phase 1 PET Admit Card To Be Out Today, Check Details
The UPPRPB written exam was conducted on August 23, 24, 25, 30, and 31, 2024.
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University Of Southampton Delhi Launches Scholarships Schemes For Indian Students
The Delhi Presidential Scholarship and the Future Talent Scholarship aim to provide financial assistance to meritorious candidates enrolling for the August 2025 intake.
