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How Spyware was installed on phones through WhatsApp calls

How Spyware was installed on phones through WhatsApp calls

Rediff.com15 May 2019

The spyware gained access to a person's phone even if the attacker's WhatsApp call wasn't answered. The calls also often disappeared from call logs, and affected Android, iPhone and Tizen-based phones.

The all new Reliance 3G tab plays out good

The all new Reliance 3G tab plays out good

Rediff.com22 Aug 2011

Everyone who has looked at a tablet PC and backed off because of the price will see sense in the Reliance 3G Tab, an Android tablet PC that costs just Rs 13,000 (data prices extra).

Is the Nubia Red Magic 3S worth Rs 35,999?

Is the Nubia Red Magic 3S worth Rs 35,999?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

The Nubia Red Magic 3S is delightfully designed and immensely powerful, says Veer Arjun Singh.

Galaxy Tab S2 has amazing features but battery life disappoints

Galaxy Tab S2 has amazing features but battery life disappoints

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

Samsung's latest flagship tablet, the Galaxy Tab S2, is a step up from last year's model.

Is the Indian Bharat 5 better than Chinese Redmi 5A?

Is the Indian Bharat 5 better than Chinese Redmi 5A?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2018

Comparing the budget smartphones from Micromax and Xiaomi.

Nokia's Microsoft deal likely to hurt Symbian

Nokia's Microsoft deal likely to hurt Symbian

Rediff.com15 Feb 2011

Gartner expects manufacturers like Samsung to launch a whole range of budget devices that will drive Android into mass market segments.

Beware! Popular apps may secretly take screenshots of your activity

Beware! Popular apps may secretly take screenshots of your activity

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

This is particularly disturbing because these screenshots -- and videos of your activity on the screen -- could include usernames, passwords, credit card numbers, and other important personal information, researchers said.

Kerala records most cybercrimes amid lockdown

Kerala records most cybercrimes amid lockdown

Rediff.com21 May 2020

The key threats seen during this period ranged from phishing attacks to rogue apps disguised as COVID-19 information apps that targeted users sensitive data.

Samsung launches Galaxy Tab 7.7 in India, Tab 2 globally

Samsung launches Galaxy Tab 7.7 in India, Tab 2 globally

Rediff.com14 Feb 2012

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 DT-P6800, also known as the Galaxy Tab 680, has been launched in India, with the device listed on Flipkart at Rs. 33,571. The device runs on Android 3.2 Honeycomb, but will get an Android 4.0 ICS upgrade soon.

Google gets taste of its own strong medicine

Google gets taste of its own strong medicine

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

Google won't miss the revenue.

Hyderabad gets a Microsoft Garage, Bengaluru next

Hyderabad gets a Microsoft Garage, Bengaluru next

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

The Hyderabad Garage will collaborate with teams in Silicon Valley, Redmond, Vancouver, Washington, New England, Israel and Beijing.

China 'strongly concerned' over India's ban on 59 apps

China 'strongly concerned' over India's ban on 59 apps

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

Reacting to India's ban on the Chinese apps at a foreign ministry briefing, spokesman Zhao Lijian said, "The Indian government has the responsibility to uphold the legitimate and legal rights of the international investors including the Chinese ones."

10 apps to help you through pregnancy

10 apps to help you through pregnancy

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

Track your daily sleep patterns, count calories, research treatment options and even monitor your heart rate.

Galaxy S6 is not pathbreaking but you can hold it with elan

Galaxy S6 is not pathbreaking but you can hold it with elan

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

Samsung's flagships never skimp on top-end hardware and this S6 no different.

Mitashi launches handset for senior citizens

Mitashi launches handset for senior citizens

Rediff.com21 Oct 2014

India has 5 per cent of its population over the age of 65 and this in itself presents a big potential market.

Google Moto X launched to take on Apple and Samsung

Google Moto X launched to take on Apple and Samsung

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

Motorola today launched its first flagship smartphone Moto X, after being taken over by Google, to take on competition from Apple and Samsung.

Intelligence Bureau wants to block 'We Phone' app

Intelligence Bureau wants to block 'We Phone' app

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

The software facilitates spoofing of caller id and is difficult to identify to locate or identify actual caller.

10 things you must know about LG Nexus 5X and Huawei Nexus 6P

10 things you must know about LG Nexus 5X and Huawei Nexus 6P

Rediff.com23 Oct 2015

Read this before you make a decision to buy one of these Google smartphones.

The Oppo F7 review that goes beyond the selfie

The Oppo F7 review that goes beyond the selfie

Rediff.com1 May 2018

We analysed the smartphone on several parameters to test its overall capabilities.

Chinese apps told to ensure strict compliance to ban orders

Chinese apps told to ensure strict compliance to ban orders

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

The IT ministry has now written to all these companies, warning that continued availability and operation of these banned apps, directly or indirectly, is not only illegal but also an offence under the Information Technology Act and other applicable Acts, which would attract penal provisions.

New Apple iOS features coming to your screens soon!

New Apple iOS features coming to your screens soon!

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

Is Apple going the Android way? Some of the features and enhancements in iOS 14 might make you think the smartphone giant is trying to introduce some android experiences into its ecosystem, says Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com.

Why Google took down TikTok clone Mitron

Why Google took down TikTok clone Mitron

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

Mitron probably would have continued with the free run for quite some time, had it not come to light that the source code of the app was actually developed by a Pakistani developer, reports Neha Alawadhi.

Dell's Streak tablet-phone in India now; Priced at 35K

Dell's Streak tablet-phone in India now; Priced at 35K

Rediff.com6 Oct 2010

Dell has launched the 5-inch Dell Streak, a tablet-cum-phone at Rs 35,000, which will become one of the biggest phones in the country.

10.or D review: A worthy challenger to budget phones

10.or D review: A worthy challenger to budget phones

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

Here's why it's highly recommended for those looking for an affordable phone with latest features.

First look: Why the Realme 5 series seems exciting!

First look: Why the Realme 5 series seems exciting!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com looks at the latest phone in the market.

No more 'N-word': Scrabble players look to bar racist or homophobic slurs

No more 'N-word': Scrabble players look to bar racist or homophobic slurs

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

Language has become a hotly debated topic after protests against racism following the death of George Floyd in US police custody on May 25, with bands, consumer brands, and buildings and roads named after slave traders renamed.

'Identity theft is the biggest threat from Aadhaar'

'Identity theft is the biggest threat from Aadhaar'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2018

Over the past few weeks, an anonymous person, claiming to be a French mobile app developer, has been using his Twitter account to flag security concerns in the Aadhaar system. Recently, the account released a video showing a hack into the Aadhaar application (app). The Unique Identification Authority of India has maintained that Aadhaar remains safe and secure. Mayank Jain spoke to Robert Baptiste, the man behind the Twitter account called 'Elliot Alderson', to understand the way forward for citizens to keep their information safe.

Going cashless? Watch out for these risks

Going cashless? Watch out for these risks

Rediff.com17 Dec 2016

Now that you have already downloaded mobile wallets and all set to go cashless/digital with your payments to the local grocer, cabbie, maid, etc, here's what you must watch out for, says Tripti Rai.

Why competitors are worried about Xiaomi's POCO F1

Why competitors are worried about Xiaomi's POCO F1

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

Why Ashish Narsale is looking forward to its launch.

Graduates, do you have these job skills?

Graduates, do you have these job skills?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

These skills will give you an edge over the competition.

Impress your Valentine with these smartphones

Impress your Valentine with these smartphones

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

We sincerely hope this list suits your requirement and this Valentine's Day brings all the love and joy in your life.

Meet Google Nexus 5X and 6P

Meet Google Nexus 5X and 6P

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

With both the Nexus phones touted to be the first to carry Android's Marshmallow edition, the latest offerings from Google seem tempting, but surely, gone are the days of cheap Nexus phones, says Himanshu Juneja

The OnePlus 7 review

The OnePlus 7 review

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

The OnePlus 7 is a leader by natural selection. Just don't expect any surprise enhancements, says Veer Arjun Singh.

Motorola to sell smartwatch for Rs 17,999

Motorola to sell smartwatch for Rs 17,999

Rediff.com3 Oct 2014

Samsung's Gear Live is available in India for about Rs 15,900, while LG's G Watch is priced at Rs 14,999.

Smartphone apps may be secretly stealing your data: study

Smartphone apps may be secretly stealing your data: study

Rediff.com4 Apr 2017

Researchers conducted the first ever large-scale and systematic study of exactly how the trusty apps on Android phones are able to talk to one another and trade information

OnePlus X: An attractive buy for Rs 16,999

OnePlus X: An attractive buy for Rs 16,999

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

The OnePlus X has a 13-megapixel (MP) back camera, which can click excellent outdoor shots.

Xolo launches 'world's fastest tablet' at Rs 17,999

Xolo launches 'world's fastest tablet' at Rs 17,999

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

Premium smart devices brand Xolo launched a 7-inch tablet for Rs 17,999, which it claims to be the world's fastest in the segment.

What's special about Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium's camera

What's special about Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium's camera

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Sony mobile heats up the debate as "which is the best camera phone around?" by introducing its Xperia XZ2 Premium

Apple pulls a Google to get more Indian users on to its OS

Apple pulls a Google to get more Indian users on to its OS

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

Nearly 92% of the 250-mn smartphones run on Android.

Samsung to unveil stunning S5 in India at Rs 51,000

Samsung to unveil stunning S5 in India at Rs 51,000

Rediff.com28 Mar 2014

Samsung also launched three wearable devices, Gear 2,priced at Rs 21,900, and the Gear Fit and Gear 2 Neo, costing Rs 15,900 each.