Name: Asus announces security patch for recent malware attack
Uploaded: 2019-03-27T15:22:31.0+05:30
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Description: Hardware manufacturer Asus has announced a security patch for the malware attack planted by hackers. Users can download the fix using the Asus Live Update software tool. To recall, Russia-based security firm Kaspersky recently published a report claiming that over a million Asus computers could have been potentially hacked last year.

Hardware manufacturer Asus has announced a security patch for the malware attack planted by hackers. Users can download the fix using the Asus Live Update software tool

Asus announces security patch for recent malware attack

Hardware manufacturer Asus has announced a security patch for the malware attack planted by hackers. Users can download the fix using the Asus Live Update software tool. To recall, Russia-based security firm Kaspersky recently published a report claiming that over a million Asus computers could have been potentially hacked last year.

According to a report by SamMobile, a new leak indicates that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S22 could receive a significant camera upgrade over this year’s model.

According to a report by SamMobile, a new leak indicates that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S22 smartphone could receive a significant camera upgrade over this year&rsquo;s model.

Galaxy S22 to get significant camera upgrade over Galaxy S21: report

According to a report by SamMobile, a new leak indicates that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S22 smartphone could receive a significant camera upgrade over this year&rsquo;s model.
The Galaxy S22 will reportedly sport a 50MP primary rear camera, along with a 12MP ultra-wide and 12MP telephoto lens. To recall, the Galaxy S21 has a 12MP primary rear lens.
Samsung will reportedly use the larger sensor to shoot brighter night mode pictures, and offer 8K video recording.
As with the current generation the Galaxy S22 and S22+ will share a camera setup, while the S22 Ultra will get an upgraded camera module, purportedly in partnership with camera company Olympus.

Lenovo has launched its Thinkpad X1 Fold laptop in India, which features a folding display.

Lenovo has launched its Thinkpad X1 Fold laptop in India, which features a folding display.

Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Fold with folding display launched in India

Lenovo has launched its Thinkpad X1 Fold laptop in India, which features a folding display.
The 13.3-inch 2K OLED display can be used as a tablet when flat, along with the Lenovo Active Pen, or can be folded up into a standing laptop config. Lenovo also bundles in a Bluetooth Mini Fold Keyboard for traditional functionality.
The ThinkPad X1 Fold is powered by an Intel Core i5 processor with integrated graphics, 8GB of RAM, and up to 1TB M.2 SSD storage. Lenovo claims up to 10.4 hours of video playback on a single charge.
The Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Fold is available starting at ₹2,48,508 from the Lenovo website.

The PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition were available for pre-order in India today at 12 noon, but all retailers were sold out by 5 minutes past 12.

The PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition were available for pre-order in India today at 12 noon.
The much-awaited console restock did not last long, however, as Gadgets 360 reports that all major retailers were out of PS5 stock at 5 minutes past 12.
PS5 demand in India continues to outdo supply, as is the case across the world, and Sony has admitted the global shortage will continue till at least 2022.
Websites like Amazon, GamesTheShop, and even Sony&rsquo;s official ShopatSC.com went down under the heavy load of hopeful buyers.
There is no word on when Sony may send PS5 stock to India again.

Samsung's Galaxy Tab S7 FE tablet has gone on sale in India, with a 12.4-inch screen and up to 6GB RAM.

Samsung's Galaxy Tab S7 FE tablet has gone on sale in India. The Tab S7 FE sports a 12.4-inch TFT display with a 2560 x 1600 resolution.
It runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G chipset, with up to 6GB RAM and up to 128GB of storage. The Tab S7 FE also packs in a 10,090mAh battery, with support for 45W fast charging, and features an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front facing camera.
The Galaxy Tab S7 FE is priced at ₹46,999 for the 4GB RAM, 64GB storage variant, while the 6GB RAM, 128GB model is priced at ₹50,999.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite has gone on sale in India, offering an 8.7-inch TFT display with a 1340 x 800 pixel resolution.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite has gone on sale in India. The Tab A7 lite features an 8.7-inch TFT display with a 1340 x 800 pixel resolution.
It runs on an octa-core chipset, with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage. The Tab A7 Lite battery is a 5,100mAh unit that supports 15W charging speeds, and it gets an 8MP rear camera with a 2MP front facing camera.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite starts from ₹11,999 for the Wi-Fi only model, and costs ₹14,999 for the LTE variant.

According to reports, Reliance is all set to announce an affordable Jio 5G smartphone at its Annual General Meeting on June 24.

According to reports, Reliance is all set to announce an affordable Jio 5G smartphone at its Annual General Meeting on June 24.
Jio and Google had earlier announced they were collaborating on making a low-cost smartphone, after Google purchased a 7.7% stake in the company with an investment of ₹33,737 crore.
The phone is expected to run a customised, barebones version of Android named JioOS. A Bloomberg report said that the phone could cost around ₹4,000, making it the cheapest 5G phone available in India.
Reliance may also announce a JioBook laptop, that will run Android 10, powered by a Snapdragon 665 processor.

Android users from around the world have reported phone crashes due to the Google app. Google is yet to acknowledge the issue or release a fix.

Android users from around the world have reported phone crashes due to the Google app.
The issue seems to have affected users across phone brands and regions. Google Assistant and Google Lens reportedly also malfunctioned due to the bug.
Some users report that deleting updates and clearing the storage cache for the Google App fixed the issue, while others say that disabling the app altogether solved the crashes.
Google is yet to acknowledge this issue or release a fix.
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After reports emerged that Battlegrounds Mobile India still sends user data to China, an update for the game has fixed the issue.

After reports emerged that Battlegrounds Mobile India still sends user data to China, an update for the game has fixed the issue.
IGN India reports that after a hotfix rolled out to all users, the game no longer pings any Chinese servers.
Battlegrounds Mobile India is the new avatar of PUBG Mobile, which was banned by the government last year due to security concerns.
The game is developed by South Korean developer Krafton, who say that user data is only stored on servers in India and Singapore, in accordance with India&rsquo;s IT laws.

Facebook has begun rolling out its Clubhouse competitor Live Audio Rooms feature in the US.

Facebook has begun rolling out its Clubhouse competitor Live Audio Rooms feature in the US.
Public figures and select Facebook Groups in the US can create Live Audio Rooms on iOS, although users from both iOS and Android can join in.
Facebook allows up to 50 people to speak at one time, while there is no limit on the number of listeners in a room.
The platform will also host Podcasts, giving users the ability to share clips with their friends. Facebook says automatic captions will be available later this summer.
There is no word yet on when the feature will be rolled out globally, or in India.

Samsung has launched the Odyssey G3, Odyssey G5, and Odyssey G7 gaming monitors globally.

Samsung has launched the Odyssey G3, Odyssey G5, and Odyssey G7 gaming monitors globally.
The Odyssey G3 offers FHD displays in 24-inch and 27-inch sizes, with a 144Hz refresh rate.
The Odyssey G5 gets a 27-inch QHD display with a 165Hz refresh rate, while the Odyssey G7 sports a 4K UHD 28-inch display with a 144Hz refresh rate.
All monitors feature a 1ms response time, a 178-degree viewing angle, a height-adjustable stand, and AMD FreeSync Premium support. The Odyssey G5 and G7 also pack Nvidia G-Sync support.
Pricing details have not been unveiled yet.

A leaked internal memo sent out to OnePlus employees says that OnePlus has now become a brand within Oppo, but will continue to function as an independent entity.

A leaked internal memo sent out to OnePlus employees says that OnePlus has now become a brand within Oppo, but will continue to function as an independent entity.
OnePlus CEO Pete Lau recently announced that the company is merging with Oppo, and sharing more resources than before.
Employees have been told that OnePlus customer support and public relations will continue to run separately.
However, the memo does warn them to refrain from responding to any question about the OxygenOS and ColorOS operating systems.
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Xiaomi has launched the Mi Watch Revolve Active in India, with GPS, SpO2 tracking, and an always-on display.

Xiaomi has launched the <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/mi-watch-revolve-active-to-launch-in-india-on-june-22-1623678842771" target="_blank">Mi Watch Revolve Active</a> in India. The smartwatch features a 1.3-inch always-on AMOLED display, and comes with heart rate, sleep, and SpO2 monitoring. There&rsquo;s an inbuilt GPS with support for over 117 sports modes.
The watch can also relay call and text notifications, and features in-built Amazon Alexa support. The Mi Watch Revolve Active is priced at ₹9,999 in India.
Also Read | <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/mi-11-lite-smartphone-launched-in-india-check-price-specs-features-1624353214997" target="_blank">Mi 11 Lite smartphone launched in India: check price, specs &amp; features</a>

Xiaomi has launched the Mi 11 Lite smartphone in India, with a Snapdragon 732G SoC and a 6.55" AMOLED display.

Xiaomi has launched the Mi 11 Lite smartphone in India.
Powered by the Snapdragon 732G SoC, the phone features a 6.55-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate. It comes with up to 8GB RAM, and up to 128GB storage.
In terms of optics, it offers a 64MP triple rear camera setup, along with a 16MP selfie camera.&nbsp;Xiaomi has packed in a 4,250mAh battery with 33W fast charging.
The Mi 11 Lite is priced starting at ₹21,999 for the 6GB + 128GB version.

Carl Pei has announced that the Nothing Ear 1 earbuds will be delayed by an indefinite time, and release ‘later this summer’.

Former OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei&rsquo;s new startup, Nothing, was all set to launch the Ear 1 earbuds in June.
However, Pei has announced that the earbuds will be delayed by an indefinite time, and release &lsquo;later this summer&rsquo;.
The company has not shared many other details about the product, but claim that Ear 1 will elevate design and deliver value.

Vivo has announced that the V21e 5G smartphone will launch in India on June 24.

Vivo has announced that the V21e 5G smartphone will launch in India on June 24.
The phone&rsquo;s listing on Flipkart confirms it will come with up to 8GB of RAM, and 44W fast charging support, along with a 32MP selfie camera.
Earlier leaks have speculated that the phone will cost ₹24,990 for the 8GB + 128GB variant.

Twitter has restricted 50 tweets in connection with the alleged assault of an elderly Muslim man in Ghaziabad's Loni. A Twitter official told The Indian Express,

Twitter has restricted 50 tweets in connection with the&nbsp;alleged assault of an elderly Muslim man in Ghaziabad's Loni.
A Twitter official told The Indian Express, access to tweets pertaining to the video showing the alleged assault of&nbsp;Abdul Samad&nbsp;Saifi and his beard being cut off have been withheld.
In a&nbsp;Facebook&nbsp;live later, Saifi alleged that the accused had offered him an auto ride, taken him to an isolated spot and beaten him up, forcing him to chant &lsquo;Jai Shri Ram&rsquo;. However, police said the accused beat him up because he had sold them a &lsquo;taveez&rsquo; or amulet that they believed did not work.

A petition is calling to stop Amazon founder Jeff Bezos from returning to Earth when he goes to space with his aerospace company Blue Origin in July.

A petition is calling to stop Amazon founder Jeff Bezos from returning to Earth when he goes to space with his aerospace company Blue Origin in July.
The person who started the&nbsp;petition on Change.org said that 'Billionaire&rsquo;s should not exist &hellip; on earth, or in space, but should they decide the latter they should stay there'.&nbsp;
The petition has been up for a week and currently has over 30,000 signatures. Bezos plans to take an&nbsp;11-minute flight&nbsp;to the edge of space in New Shepard alongside his brother and an&nbsp;unnamed auction winner who paid $28 million&nbsp;for a seat. They'll be strapped into a dome-shaped capsule, which sits on top of the rocket booster.

A report claims that Battlegrounds Mobile India sends data to servers located in China. BJP MP Meenakshi Lekhi said she will ask the IT Ministry to look into the matter

A report by IGN India claims that Battlegrounds Mobile India sends data to servers located in China. The game is a new avatar for PUBG Mobile, which was banned by the government last year due to security concerns.
IGN used a packet sniffing app to gauge servers in China that were being sent data by the game, including servers owned by Tencent, the publishers of PUBG Mobile.
Battlegrounds Mobile is developed and published by South Korean company Krafton, who had said that user data will be stored only on servers in India and Singapore, in accordance with India&rsquo;s IT Laws.
BJP MP Meenakshi Lekhi said that she will ask the IT Ministry to look into the matter.
Battlegrounds Mobile India is currently available in early access beta on Android.

Sony has launched the SRS XB13 bluetooth speaker in India, with an IP67 rating and up to 16 hours of battery life.

Sony has launched the SRS XB13 bluetooth speaker in India.
With a compact size, the speaker is IP67 rated for dust and water resistance. It features a 46mm driver with a passive radiator for extra bass response.
Sony claims up to 16 hours of battery life on a single charge. The speaker also comes with Google Fast Pair support, and features a microphone for calls.
The Sony SRS XB13 bluetooth speaker is priced at ₹3,990, and is available from all major online and offline retailers.

Sony’s official store website, Shopatsc.com, has announced that the PS5 will be available to pre-order from June 23 at 12PM.

Sony&rsquo;s official store website, Shopatsc.com, has announced that the PS5 will be available to pre-order from June 23 at 12PM. Both the disc-based console, and the disc-less Digital Edition will be available to book.
Along with the Sony website, PS5 consoles should be available across all major online and offline retailers as well.
IGN India reports that Sony has instructed retailers to not force expensive bundles on people trying to buy consoles offline, a practice reported by customers earlier.
The <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/sony-playstation-5-india-pre-orders-sold-out-in-minutes-1622114034917" target="_blank">PlayStation 5</a> costs ₹49,990, while the PS5 Digital Edition is priced at ₹39,990.
Also Read | <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/cyberpunk-2077-returns-to-playstation-store-six-months-after-being-removed-for-bugs-1623854144619" target="_blank">Cyberpunk 2077 returns to PlayStation Store six months after being removed for bugs</a>

Asus announces security patch for recent malware attack

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