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1. Vivo replaces Samsung as number two! Perhaps the biggest news from the report is the fact that Vivo has replaced Samsung as the number two brand in the Indian smartphone market. Vivo grabbed 21 per cent of the market, which was 2 per cent more than Samsung, which stood at 19 per cent. Vivo has been gaining win Samsung throughout the year and was 17 per cent to Samsung’s 20 per cent in Q3 2019....

He picked up the bottle. Opened it. And sure enough, out came a spirit. But not of the alcoholic type. This was something that looked like the product of an all too hasty mating between a large potato and an unwashed sack, and it seemed to float in the air, had a distinctly vaporous appearance, and a sense of dress that was definitely more BC than Versace. He (we assume it was a “he” because of a profusion of facial fungus on either cheek, a moustache, and a voice that sounded like Robin Williams) was, in short, a genie....

I tested in (in order) low light, dusk, down by the lake; at night, down by the pub (where else?!), and in bright sunlight at a summer train attraction and at home in the garden. See what you think – do make sure that you increase the quality using the YouTube control to 1080p, and also maximise your playback window – don’t just watch it within the 600 pixel Android Beat main text column!...

If Samsung wants to continue to dominate the global smartphone market the Galaxy S5 needs to be a hit. “The S5 is Samsung’s most important smartphone model bar none in 2014 … That it gets off to a good start creates a trickle down effect for the rest of the portfolio is critical. If the S5 does well Samsung does well, if it doesn’t do so well, Samsung will have a tough year,” said Neil Mawston, executive director at Strategy Analytics....

Samsung just signed a $100 million contract with the National Basketball Association that’ll put the company’s tablet and TVs in high-profile court side locations. It’s a high-exposure win for Samsung and a boost for the NBA, which is partnering with a According to the Wall Street Journal, Samsung will provide monitors and tablets that’ll be used by referees to review disputed calls in the 2013-2014 season, which starts today. Previously, the league used Haier and HP to supply the necessary electronics for sideline reviews....

This award-winning smart scale not only measures your body fat percentage, but it also tracks fat loss and calculates BMI. To accurately measure your body composition, the scale features a handle bar as another point of contact for the sensors. The handlebar and footplate both use electrodes to calculate an accurate reading. Also: The 5 best Peloton alternatives The smart scale works incredibly fast, too. In as a little as ten seconds, you can get your scale results, and the data will sync to the accompanying smart app on your smartphone....

Amidst the blurred boundaries of these categories, freeform note-taking tools meld the spontaneity and flexibility of the pen and paper with digital capabilities that include selecting and moving sections of text, converting handwriting to text, and cross-device syncing. While the field has included several specialized devices (reMarkable) and paper-digital hybrids (Livescribe, Rocketbook), mainstream tablet platforms that relegated keyboards to an accessory have proved fertile ground for freeform note capture. But pen input has faced a winding path across platforms....

Welcome to the world of steganography. It’s okay if you’ve never heard of it before. Steganography is a type of secretive communication that dates back hundreds of years. The modern digital version of it often involves hiding a message inside an image or sound file. Steganography might not be for everyone, but it’s easy to try out thanks to software and apps that make it simple to get started. Plus, you’ll get to feel a little bit like you’re starring in your own Mission: Impossible movie....

Need a new laptop but can’t afford it? Just take my one-minute laptop quiz. You’ll answer a few questions about your needs and price range. Then, I’ll tell you which laptop is your best fit. Here’s a top-secret insider tip. If you’re Googling, “Do I need a new laptop?” or “Should I upgrade or replace my laptop?” the answer is probably yes. Here are a few less obvious ways to know when it is time to get a new laptop....

It is no secret that Sony is working on releasing the Xperia Z3 and the Z3 Compact at IFA later this year. While the specs and pictures of the Xperia Z3 have already made its way to the Internet, details and pictures about its smaller sibling have been missing until now. Today, some images of what is apparently the Xperia Z3 Compact have surfaced on Weibo, giving the world a proper look at its design....

January 12, 2017, started out like any other day – but by the time Len returned home from work, it was clear that something big had happened. “I left work and went home like I do every day and opened up my garage door,” Len explained. At first, nothing seemed out of the ordinary. “I own two cats and they’re very reckless. A lot of times it wouldn’t be too surprising if I were to come home and see things knocked onto the floor, so when I walked in that’s what I saw....

The major strain on internet networks right now means your home connection may not be as strong as it once was. What can you do if your internet is spotty? Turn your phone into a wireless hotspot. It can be a lifesaver when you’re working on a laptop and in dire need of a connection. Keep reading and we’ll show you how. 3 reasons for a mobile hotspot A stable internet connection isn’t a luxury anymore — it’s a necessity....

1. Before the iPhone, there was the iPad…no, really! Yeah, we mean it. The iPhone was released in 2007 and the iPad in 2010, but by many accounts (including that of Steve Jobs himself), Apple had started work on the iPad well before it started work on the iPhone. In fact, Jony Ive, Apple’s design wizard is believed to have been working on a few tablet prototypes for a while (since 2004)....

And even though Chromebooks are some of the most affordable laptops available, we’ve still scoured the internet for discounts, bundles, and trade-in deals to help you save even more. We picked models from top brands like Samsung, HP, and Acer to help you find a Chromebook that fits both your budget and needs, especially with the holiday season upon us. Latest Chromebook deals Best Chromebook deals There are many different kinds of Chromebook out there that could be the perfect machine for you....

The holiday has arrived and vendors ranging from eBay to Target are offering deals on technology, home products, and more. This includes a huge range of appliances, where you can take advantage of cut-price, high-ticket items including fridges, washing machines, kitchenware, vacuums, and outdoor products including barbeques and grills. Labor Day is taking place on September 5 this year. We’ve rounded up the best deals on appliances available online. Check out our top picks below....

Over the last decade, ZDNET’s team of mobile experts has been daily-driving, carefully testing, and evaluating each iteration of the iPhone so that we can provide you, the consumer, with not only the best advice on which model to buy but also the key aspects to look out for when you do. From the latest iPhone 14 Pro to older models that Apple still has to show, here are the best iPhones you can buy in 2022....

The Samsung Galaxy S8 looks downright beautiful with its glass design and bezel-less Infinity Display at the front. However, the HTC U11 in Solar Red color gives the Galaxy S8 a run for its money in the looks department despite coming with a very dated front. Taking a cue from HTC and the change in the season, Samsung has now unveiled a new Burgundy Red Galaxy S8 in South Korea....

But with finances booming amidst the rest of the world’s problems, opportunistic hackers are taking advantage of the situation to try and capture as much money as they can. They’re masquerading as financial brokers using convincing phishing sites, and if you happen to fall for one, you could end up paying for it — big time. That investment broker’s website might be phishing you According to a new bulletin posted by the U....

The Earth has changed radically over the last 750 million years, from continents dividing to dinosaurs ruling the Earth and the evolution of man. Historical artifacts like these can help us imagine what life looked before we existed, but they can’t give us a full picture of what your city or hometown looked like through its earliest phases. Speaking of dinosaurs. Tap or click here to see the toy dinosaur that captured the imagination of the nation on a recent SpaceX flight....

“Should I go back to school in a recession?” It’s a common question, especially for early and mid-career professionals. Before making a decision, work through the following questions. What to anticipate about employment during a recession A recession is a decline in economic activity for at least six months. And recessions have a major impact on employment. During a recession, many employers lay off workers and unemployment numbers tend to grow....