Tech

eSIM is short for embedded SIM, which is a SIM chip integrated inside the mobile device. As compared to the standard SIM card that can be removed, an eSIM is permanently embedded inside the device. While standard SIM card is provided by the respective telecom company, an eSIM is installed by the device manufacturing company. Standard SIM cards have to …

For hundreds of years, people from all walks of life have been thinking about creating gold from other elements and materials. Gold has been an invaluable commodity ever since it was first discovered by humans. Some of the golden artifacts found by archeologists have been dated back to fifth millennium BC. In nature, gold is usually present in the form …

In a development that has flummoxed many and attracted criticism as well, a mobile app has got the approval to be used as a means of contraception. Surprised? Well, many of us are and this is not fake news doing the rounds on the internet. The app called Natural Cycles was first officially approved by the European Union. And now, …

One of the most widely used operating systems for PCs and laptops, Microsoft Windows commands more than 3/4th market share globally. It is known for its easy-to-use interface and extensive support for third-party software. The current version is Windows 10, which was launched in 2015. At the time of its launch, Microsoft had indicated that it will be the last …

Irrespective of whether we are conscious of it or not, we interact with software programs on a daily basis. It’s in our smartphone, computer, washing machine, car, computer games, websites, and everything else in the digital and electronic realm. Software programs have made life simpler for us, even though we seldom take note of their contributions. When talking about software …

With their origins in early 1990s, smartphones have come a long way. They have evolved to become sleeker, smarter and a lot more intelligent. Smartphones have also become cheaper, making them accessible to a much wider customer base. At the other end, there are hi-tech phones that are technologically much more advanced. These command premium pricing and not everyone can …

It’s true that internet connectivity has spread across the globe and it is transforming our lives like never before. However, if you think that everyone in this world has internet connection, it’s time to change your perspective. Data reveals that there are millions of people on this planet who do not have internet connection. There are also people who do …

With climate change emerging as a threat to human existence, there’s an urgent need to cut down on pollution levels. It’s the reason why several countries have signed the ‘Paris Agreement’, which primarily aims to limit the rise in global average temperature to less than 3.6 °F (2 °C). Towards that end, the switch to electric vehicles (EVs) has emerged …

Launched in 2009, Bitcoin is by far the most widely used cryptocurrency in the world. Bitcoin has had its fair share of controversies, but it still remains one of the most trusted and reliable cryptocurrency. Over the years, the value of Bitcoin has increased exponentially. This has attracted a large number of people who regularly invest in Bitcoins. The basic …

Cryptocurrencies were supposed to make things a lot more secure for users. They certainly are, but just like everything else, they have been prone to hacker attacks. There have been cases in the past where cryptocurrencies have been obtained through illegal means. Some of the common methods used to steal cryptocurrency include scamming, phishing, hacking and supply chain attack. As …