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At the trade show taking place in Las Vegas, Vivo has revealed a smartphone that features a nearly bezel-less display but the fingerprint reader is not present at the back of the device but at the front instead. The in-display fingerprint sensor will sit between the mainboard and the OLED panel where it will illuminate the finger and then process the beams of light. Phones like the Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+ and Galaxy Note 8 all features great designs for a smartphone, but it can become a difficult procedure accessing the fingerprint reader from the back....

But have you ever wondered What does a virtual card mean? or why is it used?. Well, here in this article we have provided you with everything you need to know about the Virtual card. What is a Virtual Card? Definition – A Virtual card is basically an online card that is not physically issued by the card provider. It’s usually a free service provided by the original card issuer to their customers, who want to perform an online payment with the help of their cards....

Call Centers Open 365/24/7 This is arguably the most important fact about call centers; they are live year round and they never close. This service enables a small company with limited finances to appear to be equipped and open 24 hours a day. This is great for American organizations that only man corporate offices 12 hours a day per Pacific Time. During these hours, local service support teams also respond to website enquiries....

However WhatsApp users please note that WhatsApp has temporarily disabled the invite feature. This means that those who have downloaded the above updated app can make calls to other but they will not be able to activate calling feature on their friends smartphones. As per Android Police user can directly get the voice calling feature if you get an “invite” as mentioned above. Once an invite is received user receives the call and user would need to close and reopen the app....

Do you know which one is the best programming language for IoT?CC++JavaJavascriptPythonWhich one is the best? Developers have an extensive range of languages to select from, as coding becomes even more important, not only to create new connected ‘things’ but also to solve ultimate problems with those same ‘things’. Let’s take a peek into the coding world of IoT to determine which language best answers its requirements. C Without any doubt, C is one of the most essential programming languages in the IoT ecosystem as a whole....

Have you wondered what is local host’s IP and 127.0.0.1 what it actually is?How does 127.0.0.1 work? Why is it called so? The basic logic behind this address is that it is used to establish a connection to the same computer used by the end-user. Below is a detailed answer by a user on Super User forum. How does 127.0.0.1 work? Why is it called so? Here is a geeky answer from a techie : Most developers use local host 127....

The alarming hacking incident that targeted a water treatment facility in Florida is one of the more recent real-world proof for the need for more meticulous cybersecurity. Nobody is safe from cyber attackers. From businesses to government facilities, hackers and other bad actors attack whenever they see a vulnerability or opportunity. Today’s antiviruses or malware protection software have become more sophisticated, as they include new features and functions such as the ability to scan links and email attachments, block spyware, and check for system weaknesses that may be exploited by cybercriminals....

The system comprises just two components; an access point (a router), and custom-built sensors. “The goal of the sensors is to harvest RF (radio frequency) power and convert it into DC power,” explains Vamsi Talla, a researcher on the project. “The second piece, the access point, there we actually developed a custom solution on it, just a software modification that would enable the access point to act both as a good power delivery source and, simultaneously, also as a good WiFi router....

Most of the users are tackling problems with Cortana and the Start menu not launching. Every time a launch is attempted, users see a “Critical Error” message saying that the functions are not working and a fix will be attempted the next time the user signs in. Workarounds, such as rebooting or refreshing the system, making a new account, or using other accounts, have all failed for a majority of people who upgraded to Windows 10....

With an increase in the number of hacking cases as well as the cyber criminals luring the web sites, Microsoft has found it prudent to introduce new methods to authenticate the passwords. FIDO (Fast IDentity Online) Alliance is a joint venture of various tech biggies and enterprises. For big firms like Bank of America, Google, Lenovo, PayPal, Visa etc. correct authentication is absolute necessity and Microsoft also joined the venture somewhere in 2013 realizing the need of the hour....

Dubbed the “Dynamic Tower”, it was first proposed by Israeli-Italian architect David Fisher in 2008. However, the project was put on hold until now. Your Discovery Science posted a video with interview clips from Fisher, who sounds excited about the project. It is revealed now that the rotating skyscraper will be unveiled in 2020. However, the firm responsible for designing the project, Dynamic Architecture, is yet to announce the date of commencement of the project....

iPhone 7 leaks reveal exciting hardware, dual-cameras, all iPhone 7s to come with 3.5 headphone adapters + lightening earbudsiPhone 7 Dual cameras explainedNo headphone jack with iPhone 7, don’t worry Apple to ship 3.5 mm adaptersAwesome hardware in iPhone 732GB, 128GB, and 256GB iPhone 7 options to buy from iPhone 7 Dual cameras explained One of the most asked question on tech forums is how will the new iPhone 7 dual cameras function....

Your Windows or Mac PCs can act as though they were running the Android operating system thanks to this piece of software. The core features of Bluestacks App Player can be used without paying any money; however, access to some advanced and extra features requires a membership. While Bluestacks may be the most widely used Android emulator, it requires lots of memory and is slow. Some users are also worried if BlueStacks is safe after the hack in 2019....

Some interesting facts that all programmers should know about JavaJava was called Oak at the beginningJava was invented by accidentIt pays to learn JavaJava is the second most popular language after CJUnit Testing FrameworkJava is the go-to tool for enterprisesCurrent Java versionThe DukeJava and AndroidFinal is not final in JavaHere are some additional facts about JavaJava vs GoogleBooks to read for learning JavaWebsites to watch out forIn Java 3=12 Java is the go-to language for millions of software developers....

It offers low recoil and a high bullet fire rate and is great for spraying enemies. With above 21 million active monthly players, Valorant is all the rage right now. This means that the company makes money through in-game purchases such as skins and more. Today, we’re going to list some of the best Phantom Skins in Valorant. We have compiled the list by taking into account several votes on Facebook, Reddit, discord channels, and from the Valorant community....

Google has a wide selection of free online games that are easy to find but may not be as well known. These are great for those moments when you need a break from work or school and want to have a little bit of fun. From classic arcade-style games to more modern ones, there is something here for everyone. So grab your controller (or just use your keyboard) and get ready to explore these amazing hidden games on Google....

Effective today, Microsoft’s security solutions will no longer get updates on the 14-year-old operating system, as the anti-malware support for Windows XP has come to an end, something that it had been warning users about for months. Those still running Windows Server 2003 will be increasingly vulnerable to hackers. In other words, it means that newly found security holes won’t be fixed and will remain available for cybercriminals to exploit, encouraging the risk of a security breach....

A marketing agency, Digitaloft, did some research into these nerdy creatures and came out with some rib-tickling data about Google searches. As strange as it can get, here are a few strangest Google questions people have asked the search engine. The top whackiest search made on Google is “am I pregnant?”. Seems like there are people on Earth who trust Google more than doctors or pregnancy tests. According to the chart, 49,500 people a month ask whether farting burns calories, but unfortunately the myth this bodily function burns 67 calories is false....

However it takes more than when you want to play multiplayer games online with friends. That is when you need a good internet connection to go online and connect with the PlayStation Network(PSN). And even if your internet speed is fine, your online gaming experience can be full of lag, delay and frustration. This is where Domain Name server, commonly know as DNS, comes into play. An underperforming, and geographically distanced DNS from your internet service provider can dampen online gaming....

Judge Lewis Kaplan sentenced Timur Gerassimenko, 35, to a four year sentence while his partners in crime, Dmitiri Jegorov, 37, and Konstantin Poltev, 31 were sentenced to 44 months and 40 months imprisonment respectively. The three cyber criminals were part of a larger 7 member gang based in Eastern Europe. They used a malware to infect more than 4 million PC around the world, 500,000 of them in the US, including some belonging to NASA and other US agencies....