Security flaw in Facebook allows users to get millions of fake likes

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Security flaw in Facebook allows users to get millions of fake likes Dozens of sites operate collusion networks that rapidly generate likes for free.

Blue Whale challenge: Smart phones banned in Lucknow schools The orders come after a 14-year-old boy allegedly hanged himself last week.

The journey of iOS: How Apple's operating system has evolved over the years The first version of iOS didn't have an App Store or iTunes, and didn't allow third party apps on it.

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Guruprasad Kuppu Rao Director and Mentor, Imaginarium Should businesses be creating prototypes to make ideas work better? Jacqualine Tara Herron Director, Spa and Salon, The Imperial Hotel, New Delhi Living out of your suitcase? Here's how to ensure it doesn't affect your health Abhinav Sharma Brand Manager, Adidas Running, India From Bangalore to Berlin: How different are the running cultures?

Boomslang Shield review: A speaker that's also a conversation starter There are no exposed screws or flashy lights — just the brushed aluminium exterior that glints in the weakest of light.

iPhone 8 launch: Gearing up for Apple's big event The iPhone is what made Apple the most valuable company in the world - a product directly responsible for its meteoric rise in these past 10 years.

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Twitter allows account sharing feature for Android, iOS Now users can share access to their multiple accounts via iOS and Android applications without needing to share accounts password.

GoPro Hero 5 Black review: The perfect device for adrenaline junkies and travel bugs The video created on your smartphone integrates with popular social networks so there is no need to rework the format of the clip.

Google launches new feed to personalise search experience for Indian users This launch is part of a global rollout of the service called the Feed, after it was first launched in the United States in July this year.

Blue Whale game: Facebook takes a stand against online suicide challenges The social media platform is working with suicide prevention partners to collect phrases, hashtags & group names associated with the game.

Blue Whale challenge: New 24x7 helpline provides psychological support to teens The helpline is available for anyone who is directly undergoing undue mental stress and anxiety as a participant in the challenge.

Sony India launches new tower speaker at Rs 65,990 'MHC-V90DW' stands 170cm tall with wheels and handle bar to move it around, delivering an output power of 300 watts.

ASUS launches gaming laptop ROG G701 in India at Rs 3,49,990 The ROG G701 features a wide-viewing-angle 4K UHD display with 'NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080' graphics for VR.

From Xiaomi Mi A1 to Panasonic P9, the best launches of the week The global launch for the latest phone from Xiaomi was held in India, highlighting the importance of the Indian market for the company.

Sharp FP-FM40E review: The world's first air purifier with a mosquito trap Though the unit offers satisfactory performance, the price is a deterrent considering there are no smart features on offer. Vivo V7+ Android Flagship launched in India for Rs 21,990 Featuring a 24MP Moonlight front camera, the phone will go on sale from 15th September.

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