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ESPN, NBC, and Amazon secure NBA TV rights as TNT bid is turned down

The NBA and WNBA have signed agreements for the broadcasting and streaming of games for the next eleven years. The NBA deal will be in effect from the 2025-2026 season to the 2035-2036 season, while the WNBA agreement will cover the seasons from 2026 to 2036. Pro basketball has been a mainstay of ESPN for years and continues to be, and the Disney-owned network remains the primary media rights owner for both leagues. ESPN will be the exclusive home of the NBA Finals for eleven years of the new deal,…

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All ad-free subscribers can now access Max’s SharePlay feature for iOS

Previously known as HBO Max, the streaming service has expanded its SharePlay feature to users worldwide. This feature, which was initially only available in the US, allows users on Ad-Free and Ultimate Ad-Free plans to host and join watch parties over FaceTime and iMessage regardless of their location. Users can start watching with friends by pressing the “share” button either in the information section of each title or in the FaceTime app. Each session can have up to 32 participants, but all must be Max subscribers. This means that people…

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Asteroid 2024 NV1 will safely pass Earth on July 25, 2024, at a distance of approximately 3.35 million miles. (Representative image) (Unsplash) Space 

Today, a massive 100-foot asteroid will be making a close approach to Earth – be sure to check its speed and distance.

Calling all stargazers! Mark your calendars for July 25th, 2024, when the 100-foot-wide asteroid “2024 NV1” will come close to Earth. Rest assured, despite its size, NASA has closely monitored its path and assures us that it will pass by at a safe distance of 3.35 million miles. No need to worry about any potential impact. Safe passage and high speed Although the asteroid’s size may seem alarming at first – comparable to a small airplane – its actual trajectory poses no threat to Earth. According to NASA’s exact calculations,…

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The first supermoon of 2024 will light up the night sky on August 19, offering a spectacular view as the Moon appears larger and brighter than usual. (Representative image) (unsplash) Gadgets 

Prepare for the first Supermoon of 2024: Skywatchers to witness stunning lunar event on August 19th

The upcoming supermoon on August 19 at 2:26 PM ET will be the first of the year, when the Moon appears larger and brighter due to its close proximity to Earth during its orbit known as perigee. In India, the supermoon will be visible at 11:56 PM IST. There will be Supermoons in 2024 Fred Espanak, a former NASA astrophysicist and eclipse expert, has identified four supermoons that are scheduled to occur in 2024. These supermoons will appear in August, September, October, and November. Espanak defines a supermoon as a…

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Faulty testing software blamed by CrowdStrike for worldwide outage caused by bug

CrowdStrike has attributed a buggy update that caused 8.5 million Windows machines to crash worldwide to faulty testing software, as stated in a post incident review (PIR). The company explained that a bug in the Content Validator allowed an update with problematic data to pass validation. CrowdStrike has pledged to implement new measures to prevent a similar issue from occurring in the future. The massive blue screen of death (BSOD) outage affected several businesses worldwide, including airlines, broadcasters, the London Stock Exchange and many others. The issue forced Windows machines…

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Meta AI on Meta Quest allows you to get instant wardrobe suggestions. (Meta) Gadgets 

Meta AI now provides instant wardrobe suggestions for Meta Quest headset users.

Meta AI is now available on Meta Quest, allowing users to receive personalized wardrobe recommendations through a mixed reality headset. In a recent demonstration, a person wearing a Meta Quest headset asked the AI for advice on which T-shirt color would complement a pair of shorts they were holding up, receiving instant and realistic suggestions. Meta Quest joins Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses in the Meta AI with Vision app Meta AI was introduced last year, built on the Meta Llama AI model, and has since been integrated into several product…

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The update puts Meta in a strong position against the rivals in the AI chatbot race that includes Google’s Gemini, OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Microsoft’s Copilot. (HT Tech) AI 

Meta AI now available in Hindi for WhatsApp and Instagram users, chatbot now supports 7 additional languages.

Meta AI is now accessible in seven additional languages, including Hindi and Hinglish. The announcement of Hindi language support comes a month after Meta introduced its AI Chatbot in India. India, with its vast user base on platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, and Threads, is Meta’s largest market. Meta AI now available in these languages Meta AI users on WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger and Facebook can now interact in French, Hindi, Italian, German, Spanish and Portuguese as well as Hindi romanized. Meta aims to increase language support in the future. The…

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Netflix Gaming 

Netflix appoints former Epic Games executive as new President of Gaming

Netflix has appointed Alain Tascan as its new president of games, as reported by Variety. Tascan previously served as the executive vice president for game development at Epic Games, where he managed the development of popular titles like Fortnite, Lego Fortnite, Rocket League, and Fall Guys. The company is also recruiting talent on the creative side. Since launching the game project in 2021, Netflix has acquired prominent indie studios Night School, Boss Fight, Next Games, and Spry Fox and brought a large number of acclaimed indie games to mobile devices.…

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Google Reviews 

Google is enhancing the Play Store with AI-driven app reviews and curated sections

Google has recently unveiled a series of enhancements to the Play Store with the goal of enhancing user enjoyment. This is a key component of the company’s broader strategy to transform its digital marketplace into a comprehensive experience beyond just a place to shop. In essence, Google is encouraging users to spend more time on Google Play. Here’s what the company has planned. The update brings AI-generated review summaries based on user reviews to reach consensus. You’ve probably already come across this sort of thing on Facebook and when using…

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Google’s parent company Alphabet offered a massive amount of $23 billion (around Rs. 2 lakh crore) to acquire Wiz. (AP) News 

Startup faces difficult decision in turning down Rs. 200000 crore offer from Google

Cybersecurity startup Wiz has rejected Google’s substantial acquisition offer after reaching advanced talks. Google’s parent company Alphabet had proposed a significant amount of $23 billion (approximately Rs. 2 lakh crore) to acquire Wiz, potentially making it Google’s largest acquisition to date. According to a CNBC report, Wiz co-founder Assaf Rappaport informed staff in an internal memo about the decision to decline the offer. Why did Wiz turn down Google’s offer? According to an internal memo seen by CNBC, Wiz founder Assaf Rappaport said the company is interested in conducting an…

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Vivo V40 and Vivo V40 Pro smartphones are expected to be the slimmest smartphones as claimed by the company. News 

Specifications of Vivo V40 Pro unveiled before V40 launch in India: Details on camera, chipset and other features

The Vivo V40 series, consisting of the V40 and V40 Pro smartphones, is scheduled to be released in India in August 2024. Prior to the launch, Vivo has revealed key features and specifications of the upcoming V40 series. Here is a rundown of everything we currently know. Vivo V40 series camera details and more revealed Vivo praised the upcoming Vivo V40 Pro smartphone with a triple camera on the back. It has a 50MP Zeiss main camera with a Sony IMX816 sensor. In addition to this, the Vivo V40 Pro…

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Sony Gaming 

PS5 update simplifies access to multiplayer games

Sony has released a new system software update for PlayStation 5 users, making it easier to connect with fellow gamers. The update includes the ability to generate shareable links for inviting others to join multiplayer games, a feature that was initially announced in May. The new PS5 update gives you a link in the app that can be shared with anyone, even if you’re not Playstation Network friends. A QR code will appear next to the link, but Sony warns that you may need to update some of your games…

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A Call of Duty game is set to join Xbox Game Pass, but it’s not the one fans were hoping for

Microsoft has faced criticism for increasing the price of its Xbox Game Pass and the limited selection of games available. In an attempt to appease customers, they have added a Call of Duty game to the lineup for the first time. However, the game chosen is Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, which is considered one of the least popular games in the series. Calling reviews of Modern Warfare III “mixed” would be generous. IGN’s Simon Cardy said its single-player campaign was “shallow”, “boring” and “the worst Call of Duty single-player…

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Qualcomm will reveal new Snapdragon innovations at its "Snapdragon for India" event on July 30. (@Snapdragon_IN) News 

What to expect from Qualcomm’s launch of new Snapdragon PCs and mobile chipset in India on July 30

Qualcomm India is set to hold the “Snapdragon for India” event in Delhi on July 30, where two significant announcements are expected to be made. The event’s promotional material showcases AI, the Snapdragon logo, AI in PCs, 5G, and WiFi as key themes. These hints point to the debut of Snapdragon X Elitepowered 5G Copilot PCs in India. There are also rumors of the release of new Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus PC models. In addition, Qualcomm may introduce a new mobile chipset during the event. Expected Snapdragon…

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Humble Games Gaming 

Humble Games allegedly terminates all employees

All 36 employees at Humble Games have been laid off, according to reports. Former staff members took to social media to share news of the layoffs. Humble Games, owned by media giant Ziff Davis, which also owns IGN, Eurogamer, and GamesIndustry.biz, confirmed a “restructure” in a LinkedIn post, but did not disclose the exact number of jobs affected. A Humble Games PR representative also confirmed to ReturnByte that the company will not be closing its doors as a result of today’s restructuring. He added that the studio will continue to…

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Samsung is expanding its AI-powered features, first seen in the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6, to older Galaxy models, enhancing user experience with advanced photography and editing tools. (HT Tech) AI 

Samsung plans to introduce AI capabilities to older Galaxy models: See which phones could receive the upgrade

Samsung has revealed plans to expand the latest AI capabilities, first seen on the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6, to a wider selection of its smartphones. The update will cover devices like the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy Z Flip 5, Fold 5, and various older models, as stated in a post on Samsung’s South Korea community forum. New features powered by artificial intelligence New functions powered by Galaxy AI include various camera and editing tools. These include the Flex video camera and Auto Zoom features that were first…

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The "EvilVideo" exploit in Telegram for Android has been identified and patched, highlighting the importance of keeping apps updated to protect against security threats. (Unsplash) News 

Major security flaw in Telegram’s Android app has been fixed

A major security flaw in the Telegram app for Android devices has been discovered by cybersecurity experts at ESET. This vulnerability, known as a “zero-day exploit,” enables attackers to send harmful files disguised as normal videos through Telegram chats. Referred to as “EvilVideo,” this exploit was found on a clandestine online forum in June 2024. Read more: Amazon sale: Best deals on laptops and gaming monitors from HP, Lenovo, MSI and more How “EvilVideo” utility works The attack allows hackers to distribute malicious files disguised as innocent 30-second videos. These files…

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Amazon Prime Video's latest update aims to simplify navigation and improve content discovery with a redesigned home screen, AI-powered recommendations, and a refreshed user interface. (Unsplash) AI 

Amazon Prime Video to undergo significant redesign: Streamlined navigation, AI recommendations, and additional features

Amazon Prime Video in India is rolling out a major update to its streaming platform, with the goal of making navigation easier and enhancing content discovery. The update, currently being implemented, is anticipated to be accessible to all users in the next few weeks. This revamp is a direct response to customer suggestions for a more user-friendly streaming experience. Content forward navigation and new items Prime Video’s home screen redesign brings a content-forward navigation bar with purpose-built items like “Home,” “Movies,” “TV Shows,” and “Live TV.” Additionally, a new “Prime”…

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Chinese scientists unveil an ambitious plan to create a comprehensive network infrastructure between Earth and the moon, aiming to enhance space travel and communication. (Unsplash) Space 

China plans to establish lunar ground stations to connect Earth and moon

Chinese researchers have proposed an ambitious initiative to create a robust network connecting Earth and the moon. Spearheaded by the China Academy of Space Technology (CAST) and the Beijing Institute of Spacecraft System Engineering, the project seeks to transform space exploration and communication. The plan involves setting up lunar ground stations and a satellite network to facilitate worldwide monitoring, navigation, and instant communication services. Comprehensive lunar network infrastructure The proposed lunar network infrastructure includes the construction of three lunar ground stations and the placement of 30 satellites. These facilities facilitate…

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