India is observing its 29th National Technology Day today. The day, which was first observed on May 11, 1999, aims to commemorate the scientific and technological achievements of Indian scientists and engineers. To mark the occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to salute all the scientists for their achievements. “On National Technology Day, our nation salutes all those ... Read More »
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Expecting a baby? Here are some technology options to consider
Q: We’re expecting our first child this year and wondered what technology I should consider during my pregnancy? A: The world of prenatal health technology is exploding with options that have the potential to better inform expectant parents throughout the pregnancy. Smartphone apps connected to Bluetooth devices can be found for introducing your child to soothing music, measuring contractions and even attempting ... Read More »
Intel’s First AI Day in India Sees a Commitment to AI Research Here
HIGHLIGHTS Intel held its first AI Day event in India on Tuesday It has pledged to educate 15,000 people in AI technologies It is rolling out specialised hardware for machine learning At its first AI Day conference in India on Tuesday, Intel outlined its vision on artificial intelligence (AI) in India, and announced a developer education program targeted at educating ... Read More »
The Threat From Artificial Intelligence May Already Be Here
You know the scenario from 19th- century fiction and Hollywood movies: Mankind has invented a computer, or a robot or another artificial thing that has taken on a life of its own. In Frankenstein, the monster is built from corpses; in 2001: A Space Odyssey, it’s an all-seeing computer with a human voice; in Westworld, the robots are lifelike androids that ... Read More »
Amazon’s Fire TV Stick is here, but the Indian Apps Just Don’t Seem Ready
HIGHLIGHTS Amazon has finally launched the Fire TV Stick in India The launch was accompanied by a large number of Indian apps Most of these offer a poor experience on the television screen On Wednesday, Amazon launched its Fire TV Stick in India, priced at Rs. 3,999 (there’s a Rs. 499 cashback for Prime members), which means that for the first time since ... Read More »
MP Class 10 exam results declared, check them here
Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) declared the results of the Class 10 board examinations on Friday on its official website, mpresults.nic.in. Nearly 13 lakh students had appeared for the Class 10 exam. This year the state board decided to declare both the Class 10 and Class 12 exam at the same time instead of announcing these separately. According ... Read More »
MBOSE Class 12 exam 2017 results declared, check them here
Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE) on Monday declared the results of High Secondary School Leaving Certificate Examination (HSSLC) 2017 for Science, Commerce and Vocational streams. (Getty Images/iStockphoto) Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE) on Monday declared the results of High Secondary School Leaving Certificate Examination (HSSLC) 2017 for Science, Commerce and Vocational streams. The examinations were held from March ... Read More »
Microsoft’s First Digital Assistant, Cortana, Is Here
Sometime ago buzz began about a new digital assistant that would be available with the unveiling of Windows Phone 8.1. Now, Microsoft’s first assistant, Cortana, is here. Microsoft has made the new Windows Phone 8.1 available to developers which means your carrier will have the phone available very soon. The name Cortana apparently comes from a holographic character in Microsoft’s ... Read More »
Microsoft’s First Digital Assistant, Cortana, Is Here
Sometime ago buzz began about a new digital assistant that would be available with the unveiling of Windows Phone 8.1. Now, Microsoft’s first assistant, Cortana, is here. Microsoft has made the new Windows Phone 8.1 available to developers which means your carrier will have the phone available very soon. The name Cortana apparently comes from a holographic character in Microsoft’s ... Read More »
Small Business Apple Users, MacOS Sierra Is Here
While Apple might not admit it, the company seems to have a clear preference for iOS, leaving macOS and its users a bit under appreciated. But the company is slowly adding new capabilities to its desktop operating system, making its latest major release, macOS Sierra, the closest it has come so far to an iPhone or iPad. After the new ... Read More »