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CCI orders probe into Google's payment systems

CCI orders probe into Google's payment systems

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Monday ordered a detailed probe against internet giant Google for alleged unfair business practices with respect to Google Pay as well as Google Play's payment system. Google Pay is a popular digital payments platform while Google Play is the app store on its Android ecosystem.

How you can survive after MS pulls the plug on Windows XP

How you can survive after MS pulls the plug on Windows XP

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

After support ends for Windows XP, Microsoft will stop patching vulnerabilities and updating the operating system (OS).

5 strong reasons to buy iPhone 6 Plus

5 strong reasons to buy iPhone 6 Plus

Rediff.com25 Nov 2014

So what if it costs a bomb! There are still enough reasons for you to buy iPhone 6 Plus

Moto G Turbo edition: The gloves are off

Moto G Turbo edition: The gloves are off

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Motorola's latest budget offering, Moto G Turbo edition, goes on sale in India, on Flipkart, December 10. Himanshu Juneja tells you what to expect from this Rs 15k, 4G-enabled smartphone.

Apple launches iPhone 8, iPhone X and new watch

Apple launches iPhone 8, iPhone X and new watch

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

The iPhone X will cost $999 -- about $70 higher than the Galaxy Note 8, its major competitor.

Should you buy LG G Pro 2 for Rs 33k?

Should you buy LG G Pro 2 for Rs 33k?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2014

With a brilliant screen, a very capable camera, and the power to churn out delectable graphics, LG has laid claim to be among the top 3 competitors.

ASUS VivoBook S14: A great office laptop

ASUS VivoBook S14: A great office laptop

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

We try out a new ultrabook.

Blackberry to tie up with Indian phone makers for BBM

Blackberry to tie up with Indian phone makers for BBM

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

With the BBM app coming pre-installed, users can directly engage with other BBM users without having to download the app or incurring download charges.

SpiceJet offers 1 lakh Re 1 tickets!

SpiceJet offers 1 lakh Re 1 tickets!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

No-frills carrier SpiceJet on Tuesday put on sale 1 lakh seats on its select domestic flights for just Re 1.

Top 5 Windows 8 ultrabooks

Top 5 Windows 8 ultrabooks

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

If you want something more functional and feature-heavy than the latest smartphones you use, these ultrabooks are worth a look.

Top 5 smartphones under Rs 6,000

Top 5 smartphones under Rs 6,000

Rediff.com26 Jan 2014

Feature phones are cheap but have limited ability. But with smartphones, you can install apps and do many more things.

Top 10 smartphones under Rs 20,000

Top 10 smartphones under Rs 20,000

Rediff.com27 Dec 2015

The under Rs 20,000 price category is a sweet spot for the consumers, who wish to have a great smartphone, but are not willing to shell out a lot of cash to own one.

Govt bans 118 Chinese mobile apps, including PUBG

Govt bans 118 Chinese mobile apps, including PUBG

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

The banned apps include Baidu, Baidu Express Edition, Tencent Watchlist, FaceU, WeChat Reading and Tencent Weiyun, besides PUBG Mobile and PUBG Mobile Lite, according to an official statement.

Why HTC One M8 is 2014's best smartphone!

Why HTC One M8 is 2014's best smartphone!

Rediff.com9 May 2014

One would have thought it near impossible to improve upon 2013's much-acclaimed HTC One, but with the new M8, HTC has achieved an incredible feat.

Lumia 520: A good buy if it's your first smart phone

Lumia 520: A good buy if it's your first smart phone

Rediff.com14 May 2013

Nokia has cut corners to make the Lumia 520 affordable but it is still one of the most appealing phones in its range.

Would you buy OPPO F15 at 19k?

Would you buy OPPO F15 at 19k?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com brings you the details.

Layered with heartaches

Layered with heartaches

Rediff.com25 Sep 2013

Families torn apart by love dominate Aseem Chhabra's ten favourite films from the Toronto film festival.

Make it last longer: Apps for better battery life

Make it last longer: Apps for better battery life

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

Five apps to improve the performance of your smarthphone

Smartron t.phone P review: The phone that can be used as a power bank!

Smartron t.phone P review: The phone that can be used as a power bank!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

The Smartron t.phone P review.

Crystal gazing: What to expect from Apple on October 22

Crystal gazing: What to expect from Apple on October 22

Rediff.com21 Oct 2013

Fifth generation iPad, second generation iPad Mini, an upgraded MacBook Pro and souped up OS X Mavericks could be unveiled tomorrow at Apple's October 22 special event, says Vijay Satti.

Top 5 feature-rich tablets over Rs 10,000

Top 5 feature-rich tablets over Rs 10,000

Rediff.com16 Oct 2013

We present to you a list of top five tablets based on Android and iOS platform in different price brackets.

SEE: Is OnePlus 7T Pro worth Rs 53,999?

SEE: Is OnePlus 7T Pro worth Rs 53,999?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

The OnePlus 7T Pro is a super performer packed with great specifications like good looks, good camera, great software experience and the latest hardware.

ONGC gets nod to buy stake in Cairn

ONGC gets nod to buy stake in Cairn

Rediff.com2 Sep 2004

The Cabinet on Thursday approved ONGC's proposal to acquire Cairn Energy's stake in two gas blocks for $135 million.

Google may launch smartphones for Rs 6,000 soon

Google may launch smartphones for Rs 6,000 soon

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

Google is expected to launch its much-awaited sub-$100 (around Rs 6,000) smartphones in India this month, which will further intensify competition in the booming multi-billion dollar smart devices market in India.

How good is the OnePlus 5?

How good is the OnePlus 5?

Rediff.com6 Jul 2017

Is the OnePlus 5 old wine in a new bottle?

Gadget gifts to woo your Valentine!

Gadget gifts to woo your Valentine!

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

Here is a list of gift ideas that you can consider gifting your gadget loving partner this Valentine's Day!

Top 10 convertible ultrabooks

Top 10 convertible ultrabooks

Rediff.com21 Apr 2013

Presenting the best of the transformers

BlackBerry 9720 is a good buy at Rs 15,999

BlackBerry 9720 is a good buy at Rs 15,999

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

The 9720 comes in the classic BlackBerry shape and the Qwerty keyboard is easier to use than the BlackBerry Q5.

'Raising angel fund in India is a huge challenge'

'Raising angel fund in India is a huge challenge'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2013

Start-up entrepreneur Ashish Chaturvedi speaks about the challenges start-ups face.

Top 5 smartphones under Rs 15,000

Top 5 smartphones under Rs 15,000

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

These come with 1GHz processors, great cameras, build quality and battery power.

Sundar Pichai: The man Google, Twitter fought for

Sundar Pichai: The man Google, Twitter fought for

Rediff.com19 Mar 2013

Google paid million of dollars as bonus to retain him when competitors tried to poach.

Smartphone wars: Nokia Asha vs Samsug Rex

Smartphone wars: Nokia Asha vs Samsug Rex

Rediff.com30 May 2013

Don't be surprised, for the Nokia Asha series smartphones offer better gaming, music, Internet and social experience than phones that come under the Samsung Rex brand.

10 things you didn't know Android could do

10 things you didn't know Android could do

Rediff.com20 Apr 2013

Control your PC, add contacts to your home screen, automate everything at will and more...

Microsoft targets Google, Apple with Windows 8

Microsoft targets Google, Apple with Windows 8

Rediff.com29 Oct 2012

Windows 8 is Microsoft's most powerful attempt to expand the once-ubiquitous operating system's reach.

Top 10: Windows 8 notebooks under Rs 40k

Top 10: Windows 8 notebooks under Rs 40k

Rediff.com7 Apr 2013

Workhorses all, they offer the best value for your money on the latest Windows platform

After Android Oreo 8.0 update: Is OnePlus 5T still the phone to beat?

After Android Oreo 8.0 update: Is OnePlus 5T still the phone to beat?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

What puts this reasonably priced flagship ahead of rivals?

Top 10 laptops of 2015

Top 10 laptops of 2015

Rediff.com31 Dec 2015

Nowadays, laptops are powerful beasts with super-charged processors that can be the real workhorses that help you bundle your workplace on your lap. Here are the top 10

Cairn keen to sell oil blocks for $100 mn to ONGC

Cairn keen to sell oil blocks for $100 mn to ONGC

Rediff.com27 Jun 2003

Britains' Cairn Energy has offered to sell its stake in two oil and gas blocks in Krishna Godavari basin to Oil and Natural Gas Corporation for $100 million and 15 per cent equity in state-run firm's two blocks.\n\n\n\n

Anupam Kher's Oscar date with Bruce Willis

Anupam Kher's Oscar date with Bruce Willis

Rediff.com25 Feb 2013

Here's what your favourtie Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

HOEC may buy BG's stake in Cambay block

HOEC may buy BG's stake in Cambay block

Rediff.com20 Jun 2003

Hindustan Oil Exploration Company on Friday said it was in talks with British oil and gas major BG Group for buying its 62.64 per cent stake in Gujarat offshore block CB-OS/1, senior company official said in New Delhi.