After failing to get a court order to block an antitrust ruling, Google on Wednesday said it will allow users in India to choose default search engine on Android-based smartphones. As part of the key changes the tech giant will make to its platforms and business in India in the aftermath of the landmark CCI ruling, OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) will be able to license individual Google apps for pre-installation on their devices. Google is also updating the Android compatibility requirements to introduce changes for partners to build non-compatible or forked variants, the company said in its blog.
A recent survey discovered that Bengaluru has some of the classiest high streets in our country.
A new mobile banking 'Trojan' virus -- SOVA -- which can stealthily encrypt an Android phone for ransom and is hard to uninstall is targeting Indian customers, the country's federal cyber security agency said in its latest advisory.
The car is built in a manner that stands tall and rugged on the city streets, without ever being uncomfortable, says Pavan Lall.
The installation is made up of over 500 tennis rackets forged in weather-proof, chrome-plated stainless steel.
Tata Motors recently announced the launch of 'Dark' edition models of the Harrier, the Nexon, the Nexon EV and its premium hatchback, the Altroz. The 'Dark' editions add a premium touch to its existing models. In 2019, Tata Motors launched the Harrier in its 'Dark' avatar to customers looking for a bold, sophisticated and stylish SUV.
When you open 100 incognito windows on Google Chrome, a smiley or winky face appears.
When you open 100 incognito windows on Google Chrome, a smiley or winky face appears.
Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com takes the XUV 400, the first electric SUV from the Mahindra stable, for a spin and comes away impressed.
The Virtus is indeed designed to look, act and behave like a well-built European sedan that swims in the segment between the compact sedan VW Vento and the larger Passat, says Pavan Lall.
The Renault Triber is an ideal vehicle which has enough buff in its looks and enough practical space for a family of 5 to go out on a weekend getaway, says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.
Hijacking of browser settings tops the list of user complaints made to search engine Google as cyber criminals change them using malicious software.
And it feels entirely different when compared to all its earlier avatars, observes Pavan Lall.
Orice ranges between Rs 4.41 and Rs 7.64 lakh.
The new Kiger has enough in it to draw you away from the hatchback you've been eyeing.
Renault has added cruise control, speed limiter, rear park assist, and Electronic Stability Control as standard features.
Google's Chrome OS will soon challenge the software giant's stranglehold in the operating system market.
Google paid million of dollars as bonus to retain him when competitors tried to poach.
Tiguan will arrive in showrooms across India this year.
At the recently concluded annual I/O conference, which is an annual developer-focused event held in San Francisco, California, Google announced several new devices and services.
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Under the hood will be Tata's 2.2L VARICOR turbo-diesel engine that outputs 156.2 hp and 400 Nm of torque
New Google CEO Sundar Pichai made ascent with low-key style and technical chops.
Sara Ali Khan made her runway debut as a showstopper for Falguni and Shane Peacock at the FDCI India Couture Week.
Available only in diesel model and in ZDi trim level.
This SUV will look as cool in 2030 as it might have in 2010 and ultimately that's what drives the core appeal of Mercedes-Benz and its products -- being classic, says Pavan Lall.
A new user-friendly app to control the beast. Automatic transmission with petrol engine. Electronic sunroof. Plus, of course, the safety elements. Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com on what makes the new XUV300 special.
Namrata Thakker shows us the other trend in town: thigh-high slit gowns.
Every M&M car shares a certain DNA which is rugged, with an off-roading quality and built for hard wear and tear. The XUV is all those, but also has a smoother edge for those who want city comfort now offered in competitor vehicles such as the MG Hector, Hyundai Creta, Volkswagen Tiguan and Tata's Harrier, says Pavan Lall.
The operating system would be based on Google's Chrome browser, The New York Times reported. Google plans to make the announcement on its blog on Wednesday afternoon, the daily said.
Is it an old SUV in a new body? Or a new SUV in old body? Rajesh Karkera test-drives the next-gen Tata Safari aka Gravitas and comes away impressed.
In a blog post, Google said its Threat Analysis Group tracks more than 270 targeted or government-backed groups from over 50 countries. It, however, did not clarify which governments have targeted these users.
Search giant Google on Thursday said Chromebooks will be available in India from next week, more than two-years after they were launched globally.
The comfort quotient of the Plush New XUV5OO has really skyrocketed, while its driving dynamics remain top-notch, says P Tharyan.
While the latest, fourth-generation Swift makes no pretence of being a performance car or the last word in luxury, what it does stand for is amply evident, notes Pavan Lall.
Lack of a petrol engine and an automatic variant for the current diesel motor might upset some of the buyers.
Sony mobile heats up the debate as "which is the best camera phone around?" by introducing its Xperia XZ2 Premium
Volkswagen is planning to make India a low-cost manufacturing hub.
Tanmay Pangam took the two Avengers for a spin and is mighty impressed
