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1) Handy Google tricks and hidden features
A short roundup of useful, fun, and time-saving Google shortcuts many people overlook:
– “Do a barrel roll” — type that into Google Search and the results page does a 360° spin.
– “Zerg Rush” — searching this phrase triggers an animation that gradually removes elements from the page.
– “Atari Breakout” — search the phrase, switch to Images, and you can play a version of the classic game.
– Google Timer — type “set timer to N minutes” to start an on-screen countdown immediately.
– Tip calculator — search “tip calculator” to enter your bill, tip percentage, and number of people splitting the bill.
– Sunrise time — search “sunrise in [city name]” to see the local sunrise time.
These small features and easter eggs make Google both more entertaining and more practical for quick tasks.
2) Why Cashify can be a good option for selling your old phone
Cashify is an Indian online re-commerce platform that helps users sell used smartphones and offers trade-in options. Key points:
– The company has handled large volumes of devices, reportedly processing over 100,000 handsets per month at peak.
– Partnerships with brands such as Apple and Xiaomi help streamline trade-ins and certified buyback programs.
– Initiatives like the Apple Upgrade Programme (2017) and collaborations with banks (for example, tie-ups with ICICI Bank) have provided additional cashback or upgrade incentives on purchases from authorized resellers.
– Some promotions have offered substantial cashback amounts (examples cited up to around ₹20,000+ in specific campaigns), though exact values depend on the particular offer and terms.
Overall, Cashify’s model aims to simplify selling an old device and can make upgrading easier when merchant or bank promotions are available.
3) Top technology facts to know
A brief collection of interesting tech history and trivia, useful for anyone curious about how modern computing evolved:
– Charles Babbage, a 19th-century mathematician and inventor, designed early mechanical computing concepts such as the Analytical Engine and is often called the “father of the computer.” Many foundational ideas in computing trace back to his work.
This post gathers notable facts spanning early computing milestones to modern developments, intended to inform and entertain readers interested in technology’s history and quirks.
