Samsung Big TV Days offers up to 20% Cashback on Big Screen TVs

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With the announcement of exciting Samsung Big TV Days, the company has offers on its 55-inch and above premium range of televisions at all leading consumer electronics retailers across the country. Mind you! The offers during the Samsung Big TV will be valid till January 31, 2021.

According to Samsung, “Consumers can access unique offers with assured benefits on purchase of large screen Samsung TVs – 55-inch, 65-inch, 75-inch, 82-inch and 85-inch QLED TVs, Crystal 4K UHD, QLED 8K TVs. Additionally, consumers can avail up to 20 percent cashback and extended warranty offers coupled with EMI as low as Rs 1,990.”

Furthermore, Samsung added that the consumers will get the Galaxy A51 smartphone worth INR 22,999 with 65-inch QLED TV and 75-inch Crystal 4K UHD TVs. In addition, the consumers will get a Galaxy A31 smartphone worth Rs 18,999 with 55-inch models of QLED TVs and 65-inch Crystal 4K UHD TVs.

“In 2020, there was a rise in demand for bigger screen smart TVs, above 55-inch, in top cities as well as small towns and rural markets. Consumers want to buy bigger TVs that offer cinematic viewing experience at home amid availability of high-quality OTT content and need for entertainment at home. The ‘Big TV Days’ promotion is aimed at creating great consumer offerings as we enter the New Year,” said Raju Pullan, Senior Vice Present, Consumer Electronics Business, Samsung India.

Additionally, the consumers buying 75-inch, 82-inch and 85-inch QLED TVs will get Soundbar HW-Q800T worth Rs 48,990 or Soundbar HW-Q900T worth Rs 99,990, on select TV models. Besides this, Samsung QLED TVs will come with a 10-year no screen burn-in warranty, one-year comprehensive warranty and one-year additional warranty on panel.

“Consumers wishing to upgrade their lifestyle and looking forward to enjoying their big TV viewing experience will be delighted by the ‘Big TV Days’. We are confident that our unique offers will not only meet their expectations but also enrich their lives and make their homes ready for quality family time,” added Pullan.

As far as Samsung QLED Televisions are concerned, they break new ground for premium TVs and home entertainment, delivering beautiful design that is supported with the most advanced picture quality. Powered by Quantum Dot technology that optimizes the TV’s brightness levels and delivers brighter and deeper colors, to deliver the visual experience intended by creators. The QLED TVs also features Object Tracking Sound (OTS) and Active Voice Amplifier (AVA) for unmatched cinematic experience at home.

Also, the QLED TV features an Ambient Mode which turns the TV into a piece of art, building on the Ambient Mode’s ability to blend in with the home interior, the TV can be hung on the wall with a No Gap Wall-Mount, intelligently embedded in the back of the TV so that it blends in seamlessly. It also allows the users to take voice control one step further with the new Bixby and Alexa feature on One Remote Control allowing connections to all connected devices without additional connectors or complicated setups.

Also, Samsung’s 4K UHD TVs offers distinctive features through integration, consumption and interaction of TV in the everyday lives of its consumers. Driven by Crystal technology, Samsung UHD TVs are aimed to deliver superior colours with unmatched sharpness and contrast levels. With a host of features such as Crystal 4K Display, Multi View, Adaptive Sound, Tap View, Screen Mirroring, Lag Free Gaming, these TVs empower consumers to enjoy enhanced picture quality and superior content consumption capabilities.

Apart from this, Samsung’s world’s first QLED 8K TVs are game changing ultra-premium TVs and home entertainment. Samsung’s QLED 8K TVs come with features such as Infinity Screen, Adaptive Picture, Active Voice Amplifier, Q-Symphony and Object Tracking Sound+ that provide the most pristine picture quality. In addition, Samsung 8K QLED TVs come with 33 million pixels, four times the resolution of 4K UHD TVs and 16 times that of a Full HD TV, allowing consumers to immerse themselves into the display. These 33 million pixels provide sharper resolution giving a feeling of realness and presence with exceptionally true-to-life picture quality.

With a sleek and compact form factor, Samsung Q Series Soundbars come the Dolby Atmos technology and provide multi-dimensional cinematic audio that rivals any theater experience delivering sound as premium as the picture with Samsung TVs. The series includes Samsung’s signature Q-Symphony technology – which enables both TV speakers and the Q Soundbar to work simultaneously creating the ultimate sound synergy.

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FAU-G Game to officially launch on January 26, Akshay Kumar shared FAU-G anthem on Instagram

After the ban on the PUBG Mobile game in India, we saw a lot of Indian alternatives to this game popping out to take the place of this highly popular game. The game was supposed to launch in October last year but after several delays, Fearless And United-Guards (FAU-G) is soon going to officially launch in India. The news is rife that the latest mobile game developed by nCore is set to release on January 26 which is to be on Republic Day.

With the announcement of the FAU-G game release date Actor Akshay Kumar has also shared the new trailer of this game on Instagram. For those who are unaware, FAU-G is an Indian alternative to PUBG Mobile. However, the pre-registrations of the Fearless and United Guard have already been up on Google Play since November. At that time the developers announced on the official Twitter handle of nCore Games that this Made-in-India FAU-G game has crossed more than 1 million pre-registrations.

The latest trailer of FAU-G is one minute and thirty-eight seconds long and gives us a glimpse of the Gameplay based on the Galwan valley controversy between Indian and China. In addition, the anthem of the game can also be heard playing in the background. There are also few dialogues in the Punjabi language which sound interesting and therefore would appeal more to players. Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar also shared the registration link. While sharing the release date and the trailer the popular actor wrote, “FAU-G Anthem. Whether it’s a problem within the country or at the border…these Bharat Ke Veer always stand tall. They are our Fearless And United Guards, our FAU-G! Witness the anthem. Pre-register now. Launch: 26/1@vishygo @ncore_games_official #BharatKeVeer #FAUG.”

For the unknowns, FAU-G is a mobile game being developed by Indian Indian mobile game publisher nCore Games. It was announced in September when PUBG Mobile was banned, along with other Chinese apps in the country. The game was scheduled for a launch in November last year but unfortunately, the release has to be postponed. At that time the actor announced, “Supporting PM @narendramodi’s AtmaNirbhar movement, proud to present an action game, Fearless And United-Guards FAU-G. Besides entertainment, players will also learn about the sacrifices of our soldiers. 20 percent of the net revenue generated will be donated to @BharatKeVeer Trust #FAUG”

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Poco F2 launch teased for India expected to be powered by Snapdragon 732G SoC

Xiaomi’s spin-off Poco is all set to launch its new smartphone in the Indian market. The company has officially confirmed the launch of the new smartphone  Poco F2 via Twitter. Although this the second smartphone from the company’s popular F series but the Poco F2 Pro which was introduced globally last year never made it to the Indian shore. But now the upcoming Poco phone is to get launched in India very soon and will succeed Poco F1 which was the first smartphone to be launched by the Chinese brand launched in 2018.

Poco is now prepping up to launch Poco F2 in India. The company has only made an announcement to launch the smartphone but it has not revealed any information about the smartphone. on the other hand, the Indian Tipster Abhishek Yadav citing information from the Xiaomi Telegram group has revealed a lot of key specs of the upcoming phone. According to him, Poco F2 is likely to feature a 120Hz refresh rate AMOLED screen. It is said to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G chipset which we have already seen on the Poco X3.

Moreover, the Poco smartphone will be backed by a 4,250mAh battery and is suggested to include a quad-camera setup on the back of the phone. Although the camera resolution remains hidden but it is expected to include a 64-megapixel sensor or a 108-megapixel sensor as this is the company flagship model. In the meanwhile, other rumours suggest the camera model will be consisting of a wide-angle lens, ultrawide, macro and depth sensor.

On the other hand, rumours suggest that Poco F2 will be powered by the latest Snapdragon 800 series processor as it is the flagship model by the brand. To recall Poco made its debut in the market with the launch of Poco F1 in the year 2018.

In addition to this Poco F2 is speculated to be priced ranging between 20,000 and Rs 25,000. Although there is only speculation to fall back on when it comes to the Poco F2 specification and we suggest you take the information with a grain of salt.

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Samsung to host its first Galaxy Unpacked event on January 14, to be hosted virtually

The South Korean major brand Samsung has officially announced the first flagship smartphones launch of the year to be held on January 14. Keeping all the speculation and leaks aside the company confirmed Galaxy Unpacked 2021 to be held virtually all thanks to the pandemic situation. However, it is still unclear what exactly will be launched at the Galaxy Unpacked Event but like every, the company is expected to be going by its tradition and will be unveiling Samsung Galaxy S21 series that will include three new models.

Samsung has officially announced to host this year’s Galaxy Unpacked event for January 14. The event will be held via live stream on Samsung Newsroom, Samsung.com at 10 a.m. EST on January 14, 2021. The event invite reads, “Over the past year, mobile technology has taken center stage in everyday life as people are working from and spending time at home. The accelerated transition to a mobile-first world brings with it the need for devices that can transform everyday life into an extraordinary experience.”

However, the company did not confirm but it is going to launch the much anticipated Samsung Galaxy S21 series. There will be three smartphones making their way to the market- Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra. The company did not confirm about the Smartphone series but recently it was put on reservations in the US which clearly confirms on January 14 the company will be unveiling its next flagship smartphones. Also, the teaser video gives us a glimpse of a triple rear camera module that revolves inside a semi-transparent cube. It is the same vintage diaries like the designed camera set up which we have seen in the earlier leaks.

The smartphone series is also tipped to come with improved battery performance over the existing Galaxy S20. As per a YouTuber, the Samsung Galaxy S21 will be powered by Exynos 2100 SoC that would deliver 25 to 35 percent improved battery life than the Exynos 990-powered Galaxy S20. While the Snapdragon 888 SoC powered device will come with a 15 percent improvement in battery life over the Snapdragon 865 running predecessor. The upcoming model is suggested to have a 4,000mAH battery similar to its predecessor that will get significant improvement in battery life with the power of the latest processors. In addition to this, the upcoming flagship series is said to support fast charging too.

Apart from this, the Samsung Galaxy S21 series went on pre-orders registration in the US. The reservation is open through the Samsung Shop app as well as via the Samsung US website and is open until 11:59 pm EST on January 28, 2021.

Galaxy S21
Image Courtesy: Ishan Agarwal

Although the images and the specification of the upcoming flagship have been leaked several times but the recently leaked live images of the Galaxy 21+ shows the front as well as the back of the phone. It also confirms the Phantom Violet colour option. Whereas the three triple cameras aligned vertically on the top left corner. The camera set up reminds us of the vintage diaries that used to have a metal clip-like design at its one end.

Also the tipster Ishan Agarwal has shared the renders of the official cases of the Samsung Galaxy S21 series having a thick camera bump also.

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Xiaomi Mi 10i be priced upwards of Rs 26,999, features a 108MP rear camera and will launch tomorrow in India

Yes, the first launch of the new year is going to be an exciting one in the form of Xiaomi Mi 10i. This is the very first release of the season when it comes to smartphones and will feature a 108MP rear camera, which has been seen before in smartphones from Samsung.

Price of Xiaomi Mi 10i in India

The phone is inspired by Mi 10T Lite, which was recently showcased in China, but insiders do tell Gadget Bridge that it will have subtle yet smart differences for the Indian audience. Now, Gadget Bridge has got hold of the exclusive price of the smartphone before its launch. As per industry insiders, the price of the Xiaomi Mi 10i will be upwards of Rs 26,999. This can be the price of the base variant or can be Rs 500 more than this. But is largely expected to be around this price only. Two colour options are expected, one you have already seen which has hues of blue and pink called Pacific Sunsire.

Mi 10i expected tech specs

On the technical specification front, the Xiaomi Mi 10i is likely to feature a 6.67-inch full-HD display. The device is expected to be powered by Snapdragon 750G SoC paired with Adreno 619 graphics processor. The mobile may come in different configurations of 6GB of RAM with 128GB of storage, 8GB RAM with 128GB storage, 8GB RAM with 256GB storage that were also seen in China. As the device has a dedicated sim slot that will allow you to expand the storage further with Dual SIM facility, where both networks can work on 4G with support for 5G on the primary SIM slot.Mi 10i Pacific Sunrise

In addition to this, Xiaomi Mi 10i will be featuring a quad rear camera setup that includes a 108-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.75 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor, 2-megapixel macro lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor along with a Super Night Scene 2.0 mode. Upfront there is a 16-megapixel selfie sensor.

The Xiaomi Mi 10i  will be backed by a 4,820mAh battery with 33W fast charging support and is IP53 rated for water and dust resistance. The fast charger is touted to be part of the package at the expected base price. The smartphone has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor with dual stereo speakers. It should include a 5G, Bluetooth v5.1, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, NFC, USB Type-C port, and an audio jack. The sensors on the phone will include ambient light, acceleration sensor, gyroscope, electronic compass, rear light sensor, ultrasonic distance sensor, among others.

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Know how Google Fit can help you reach your fitness goals in 2021

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With the start of the New Year 2021, many of us come up with a resolution to achieve our fitness goals in order to have a healthy body and keep diseases at bay. Google Fit is designed to take care of common challenges that are faced by people in reaching the desired goals.

In a recent blog post, Kapil Parekh, Medical Lead, Google fit has talked about some simple tips for using Google Fit in order to attain success. While some people want to figure out a new fitness routine that doesn’t require a gym or finally carve out time for meditation, what’s most important is to stay motivated in order to get started and stay on course.

Firstly, it’s highly important to measure steps, miles, calories. According to the blog post by Google, “The American Heart Association and the World Health Organization recommend getting at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per week to improve your chances of getting better sleep and having more energy, as well as lowering your risk of diabetes and heart disease.” This is the primary reason why the tech giant has designed Google Fit’s primary metric to be Heart Points, which is one simple way to measure what matters. With this one gets to know one point for each minute of moderately intense activity, like walking briskly, and double points for more intense activities, like running.

Secondly, it is extremely important to stay motivated. Google has revealed that one way to commit to a new healthy habit is to make it social and fun. The new Google Fit social sharing feature makes it easy to share your activity directly from your journal. Have fun with it and include a post-workout selfie or that beautiful snap from your hike.

Thirdly, Google Fit tracks more than 100 activities to make every move count. Even if, there is no gym, simple brisk walking helps one earn the Heart Points. Furthermore, one can also connect their favorite fitness tracking apps and devices with Google Fit so that they get credit—and gain Heart Points—for all of the activity. Mind you! These activities are tracked in one place.

Lastly, Kapil Parekh, Medical Lead, Google fit, said, “If you aren’t well-rested, it’s hard to do anything else. Adequate sleep is a significant part of maintaining your health. A number of sleep apps and devices connect with Google Fit so you can collect your sleep data in one place. Check your weekly stats at a glance on the homescreen, and look at a deeper view for insight into your sleep patterns over time.” In case you are not yet familiarized with Google Fit, try the app out on your Android phone or iPhone.

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CES 2021: LG unveils designer appliances for spatially-integrated homes

In order to blur the line between state-of-the-art home appliances and designer furnishings, LG Electronics’ Furniture Concept Appliances are making their anticipated global debut at CES 2021 with an interactive experience that enables attendees design a virtual living space with appliances that can be customized to their liking. This list of designer appliances comprises of InstaView Door-in-Door refrigerator, Fridge and Freezer pair, microwave, dishwasher, water purifier, WashTower and Styler.

“LG Furniture Concept Appliances are multipurpose products that provide the best of both form and function. A stylish amalgamation of furniture and high-performance home solutions, we developed this collection to help pave the way to a more unified, spatially integrated home,” said Lyu Jae-cheol, president of LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company.

With the ability to integrate effortlessly in any environment owing to the diversity of luxurious materials and modern colors that can be mixed and matched to order, the suite of LG’s Furniture Concept Appliances provides multiple combinations of materials and colors to choose from, enabling customers to customize each product to suit their personal tastes and the décor of any room in their home.

According to the LG, “The premium look of the Furniture Concept Appliances is further achieved through the use of various finishes including stainless steel, glass, metal, and FENIX, an innovative material with advanced coating technology designed by Arpa Industriale of Italy. Opaque, fingerprint-resistant and pleasing to the touch, FENIX offers excellent durability and has a timeless yet distinctly modern appearance.”

Moreover, LG is enabling visitors with an opportunity to experience the collection’s remarkable versatility online via the innovative experience provided by the virtual showroom at CES 202. Also, the visitors will be able to design their dream interior and fill it with LG Furniture Concept Appliances in the colors and finishes of their choice.

Meanwhile, LG has revealed that its InstaView Range can be controlled and monitored using the ThinQ app connected to Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa smart speakers. And LG partners SideChef, Innit, Drop, and Tovala offer helpful culinary inspiration through the hundreds of easy-to-follow recipes on their apps.

Additionally, LG stated that once the user has selected a recipe, cooking instructions are sent to the oven which then sets the appropriate cooking mode and temperature. With Drop and a smart Thermomix, making pizza at home is a no-brainer with ThinQ controlling the mixer settings and LG InstaView Range preheating automatically so as soon as the dough is rolled and toppings topped, the oven is good to go. And heating frozen meals from brands such as Nestlé and Kraft Heinz is as simple as scanning a barcode with Scan to Cook.

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January 4 Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz Answers: Answer to win exciting prizes

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The e-commerce website Flipkart is hosting Daily Trivia Quiz. Every day it brings a bunch of new questions for its users. By answering them correctly you can win exciting prizes. The questionnaire is based on questions related to general knowledge. Also, the users can win free vouchers and super coins, among other offers via the daily quiz. January 4 Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz Answers has already gone live on its platform.

The participant should be at least 18 years old and should have a valid login ID. The Quiz is available on the mobile platform and not the web version. E-commerce conducts the quiz on daily basis and goes live at 12:00 AM IST and runs till 11:59 PM IST.  The winners are announced within 15 days from the date of participation that can be viewed under the Gems/Rewards section in the app.

How to participate in the Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz

To participate download the Flipkart app on your phone. Then open the Flipkart app then head to Game Zone. Now click on the Daily Trivia Banner or search for Daily Trivia. Enter the game and answer all 5 questions with correct answers.

January 4 Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz Answers 

Question 1: Which actress was not cast in the film Dil To Pagal Hai?

Answer: Kajol

Question 2: Which of these actors was not cast in both – 3 idiots and Rang De Basanti?

Answer: Kunal Kapoor

Question 3: With which iconic character would you associate the dialogue “I’ll be back”?

Answer: Terminator

Question 4: Which American sitcom was a spin-off of the famous Tv series Friends?

Answer: Joey

Question 5: Who among these starred in Katrina Kaif’s debut film?

Answer: Amitabh Bachchan

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January 4 Amazon Quiz: Participate to win Rs 5,000 Amazon Pay Balance

Amazon quiz has gone live now on its mobile app platform. The quiz can be played from 8 AM to 12 noon. All you need to do is just answer five easy questions that the e-commerce website puts before you. Today you can stand a chance to win Rs 5,000 Amazon Pay Balance.

Every day Amazon brings a new set of questions that consists of five easy questions based on general knowledge and current affairs. The participants have to answer them correctly to enter into a lucky draw. One wrong answer will get you eliminated from the quiz. Only one person will be declared as a winner and the results are announced at the end of every month. By submitting correct answers Amazon customers can win free gadgets as well as Amazon Pay Balance. To make sure you answer all the questions correctly Gadget Bridge everyday updates all the correct answers to all 5 questions. Check out today’s answers:

January 4 Amazon Quiz Answers

Question 1: Jallikattu, India’s official entry in the International Feature Film category at the 93rd Academy Awards, is made in which language?

The answer is- Malayalam

Question 2: Hassyan Clean Coal Power Plant, the first coal-based power plant of the Arab Gulf region, is located in which city?

The answer is- Dubai

Question 3: What organisation’s name would complete the title of this book: “Going Public: My time at ____” written by UK Sinha?

The answer is- SEBI

Question 4: Parisians often refer to this monument as “Laa Dame de Fer”, which means what?

The answer is- The Iron Lady

Question 5: These graffitis are dedicated to which famous painter?

The answer is- Salvador Dali

Ahead of the launch, Xiaomi confirms Mi 10i to be available in Pacific Sunrise colour option in India

Recently Xiaomi confirmed to launch Mi 10i in India on January 5. The company tweeted a video teaser in Which Xiaomi India Managing Director Manu Kumar Jain only confirms the launch for India but it did not share any key details about their upcoming model. In a new development, Xiaomi has teased a distinct Pacific Sunrise colour option across all its social media platforms including its official website and Amazon. The company has also sent out media invites for the launch. However, the company has not revealed its specification but Xiaomi Mi 10i is said to be a rebranded variant of Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G which was recently launched in China.

Mi 10i Pacific Sunrise

Xiaomi Mi 10i is now confirmed to be available in India in a Pacific Sunrise colour option. This was revealed through the latest teaser on the Mi.com which showcases the upcoming smartphone in a distinct colour variant. Apart from this new development was also shared through Amazon in the country that also confirms that the e-commerce platform will be the official sale partner for the product. As per the leaked information, the new gradient finish with a mix of cyan and orange shades will join the other two colour options that is Blue and Black.

Apart from this, a new video teaser has also been shared via the company’s social media that teases its battery life. According to the teaser, the Mi 10i will last for a whole one day on a single charge.

Whereas the dedicated page suggests that Xiaomi Mi 10i is to come with a 108-megapixel quad rear camera set up which is similar to Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G which launched in China recently.

In addition to this, it is said to be a rebranded variant of the Chinese version of Redmi Note 9 5G. It is expected to feature a 6.67-inch full-HD display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 250Hz touch sampling rate. The device is expected to be powered by Snapdragon 750G SoC paired with Adreno 619 graphics processor. The device may come in different configurations of 6GB of RAM with 128GB of storage, 8GB RAM with 128GB storage, 8GB RAM with 256GB storage that is available in China. As the device has a dedicated sim slot that will allow you to expand the storage to 512GB.

Furthermore, Xiaomi Mi 10i is likely to come with a quad rear camera setup that includes a 108-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.75 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor, 2-megapixel macro lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor along with a Super Night Scene 2.0 mode. Upfront there is a 16-megapixel selfie sensor.

Just like Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G, the India variant could be backed by a 4,820mAh battery with 33W fast charging support and is IP53 rated for water and dust resistance. The smartphone has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor with dual stereo speakers. It should include a 5G, Bluetooth v5.1, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, NFC, USB Type-C port, and an audio jack. The sensors on the phone will include ambient light, acceleration sensor, gyroscope, electronic compass, rear light sensor, ultrasonic distance sensor among others.

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Sony PlayStation 5 will be making its way to India on February 2, pre-orders to begin January 12

Sony PlayStation 5 was unveiled globally in June last year and has already gone on sale in other markets. But for India, the company only revealed the pricing with no specific launch date. In a new development, Sony India has now officially announced that its latest gaming console PS5 is now coming to India next month and its pre-orders to also start soon till stock lasts.

PlayStation 5 has now been confirmed by Sony to launch in India on February 2. The company has made this announcement on Twitter via the PlayStation India account. In addition to this Sony will begin taking its pre-orders from January 12 at 12 noon onwards via leading e-commerce websites in the country including Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, Reliance Digital, Games The Shop, Shop at Sony Center, Vijay Sales, and select authorised retail partners.

To recall Sony introduced PlayStation 5 in June last year and it has already been launched in other markets like the US, Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, and other regions in November. It was expected to make its way to the Indian shores later in December last year but was supposed to get BIS certification including copyright as well as stock shortages. However the company in July last year teased its availability through Amazon as well as Flipkart by listing PS5 on the e-retailer platforms.

Looking back on, The company has launched two new variants of the gaming console PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Digital Edition. In October last year, Sony officially revealed the pricing for other markets including India but it did not reveal the availability details of PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition for the country. While announcing the pricing of PlayStation 5 the company said, “ We know that gamers in India are excited to get their hands on PS5. Availability in each country is subject to, amongst other things, local import regulations, and our local teams are working through the logistics. We will share an update on the launch date for India as more information becomes available.”

Price of PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Digital Edition in India

The price of PlayStation 5 in India will start at Rs 49,990 whereas PlayStation 5 Digital Edition price in India has been set at Rs 39,990. Both the devices will be available via e-commerce websites Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, Reliance Digital, Games The Shop, Shop at Sony Center and Vijay Sales. According to the company along with the gaming consoles, four accessories will also be available for purchase in the country that includes Pulse 3D Wireless Headset, a Media Remote, a DualSense Charging Station, and an HD Camera.

The DualSense Wireless Controller will be available at Rs 5,999, HD camera at Rs 5,190, PULSE 3D Wireless Headset at Rs 8,590, Media Remote will cost Rs 2,590 and the DualSense Charging Station will be available at Rs 2,590. On the other hand, the pricing of games that will come to PS5 has been also announced at that time Demon’s Souls is going to be priced at Rs 4,999, Destruction Allstars at Rs 4,999, Marvel Spiderman Miles Morales: Ultimate Edition at Rs 4,999, Sackboy A Big Adventure at Rs 3,999 and Marvel Spiderman: Miles Morales at Rs 3,999.

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January 3 Amazon Quiz: Answer five easy question and win Apple iPhone 12

Have you participated in the Amazon Quiz? If not then play the daily quiz as it has gone live now. The e-commerce platform brings a quiz in which millions of people are participating to win gadgets, mobile phones and even Amazon Pay balance. It can be played from 8 AM to 12 noon every day on the mobile app platform. Today you have a chance to win Apple iPhone 12.

Every day Amazon brings a fresh quiz for its customers. By participating in the quiz, you can win exciting prizes such as iPhone X, iPhone Xs, Seagate HDD, Camera, LG Smartphones, Bose Sound Touch 20 Speakers, OnePlus 7T among others. The Amazon Quiz can be played only on the mobile app platforms as it is not available for desktop users. The quiz contains five easy questions and you have to answer all the questions correctly and you are shortlisted for a lucky draw to select a winner. The results are declared at the end of the month. Check out today’s answers for the Amazon Quiz to win Apple iPhone 12.

January 3 Amazon Quiz Answers

Question 1: Gurpurab or Prakash Utsav is celebrated every year to commemorate the birth of which guru?

The answer is- Guru Nanak

Question 2: Giannis Antetokounmpo who recently signed the biggest contract in NBA history with the Milwaukee Bucks was born in which city?

The answer is- Athens

Question 3: ViacomCBS recently sold what publishing company to Penguin Random House for over $2 billion?

The answer is- Simon & Schuster

Question 4: Name this food item that gets its name from an old German word for “bracelet”

The answer is- Bagel

Question 5: These iconic post boxes are found in which country? (See Quiz Image in App)

The answer is- UK

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January 3 Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz Answers: Answer to win exciting prizes

The e-commerce website Flipkart is hosting Daily Trivia Quiz. Every day it brings a bunch of new questions for its users. By answering them correctly you can win exciting prizes. The questionnaire is based on questions related to general knowledge. Also, the users can win free vouchers and super coins, among other offers via the daily quiz. January 3 Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz Answers has already gone live on its platform.

The participant should be at least 18 years old and should have a valid login ID. The Quiz is available on the mobile platform and not the web version. E-commerce conducts the quiz on daily basis and goes live at 12:00 AM IST and runs till 11:59 PM IST.  The winners are announced within 15 days from the date of participation that can be viewed under the Gems/Rewards section in the app.

How to participate in the Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz

To participate download the Flipkart app on your phone. Then open the Flipkart app then head to Game Zone. Now click on the Daily Trivia Banner or search for Daily Trivia. Enter the game and answer all 5 questions with correct answers.

January 3 Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz Answers 

Question 1: Where is the Indian naval academy located?

Answer: Ezhimala, Kerala

Question 2: In Kashmiri homes, one sees balconies called zoon dub for what purpose?

Answer: Viewing the moon

Question 3: Which king gave away his kingdom to fulfil a promise to sage Vishwa Mitra?.

Answer: Harish Chandra

Question 4: Which building is credited as the first to cross a height of 500m?

Answer: Taipei 101

Question 5: In 1936, who patented a design for “a new, original, and ornamental” blouse?

Answer: Albert Einstein

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Apple Days sale goes live on Vijay Sales, iPhone 11 starts at Rs 46,999

Vijay Sales has announced Apple Days Sale on its eCommerce platform and retail stores. The sale is now live and will be offering the lowest priced offers on Apple devices including iPhone 11, iPhone 12 and more.

Nilesh Gupta, Director, Vijay Sales said, “This year has been tough but we want our consumers to welcome 2021 with fantastic feels by laying hands on their most desired smartphones and gadgets at some eye-popping offers. We at Vijay Sales have come up with amazing discounts on all the latest models of iPhones, Apple watches, HomePods and even the Airpods. We hope our exclusive offerings will meet the expectations of our customers and bring them a reason to cheer towards a positive new year.”

The Apple Days Sale has commenced on Vijay Sale and will run till January 3 on all its outlets as well as website. There will be discounts on Apple iPhone 12, iPhone 11, iPhone SE including Apple Watch Series 6, Watch SE, AirPods and more.

Starting with iPhone 11, the 64GB variant will be available at Rs 51,999 with No Cost EMI and Standard EMI starting at Rs 2610. Whereas the 128GB variant can now be purchased at Rs 56,999 with no-cost EMI offers to start at Rs 2,709.

iPhone 11 Pro 64GB and 256Gb storage option will be available at Rs 1,06,729 and Rs 1,10,559 respectively bundled with no-cost EMI offers. iPhone 11 Pro Max 64G option will be available at Rs 1,06729. Whereas the 256GB storage option will come at Rs 1,20,219.

Vijay Sale has only put up iPhone 12 Pro Max on the sale. The 128GB model will be up for grabs at Rs 1,24,900 while the 256GB variant at Rs 1,34,900.

Both the Apple Watch SE Aluminum and Silver Dial can be purchased through Vijay Sales at Rs 31,490 and Rs 35,390. On the other hand, 40mm Apple Watch Series 6 can be bought at Rs 38,990 while the 44mm variant will be up for Rs 42,990. The Watch Series 6GPS+Cellular 44mm variant is now priced at Rs 50,490. The 400mm GPS + Cellular variant will come with a discounted price of Rs 47,890.

Apple AirPods and the Pro variant is now available at Rs 12,390 and Rs 20,490 respectively. While another audio product Homepod Mini and HomePod can be purchased at Rs 9,499 and Rs 14,990. On the other hand, the Apple MacBook Air’s price now starts at 59,990.

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5 best streaming service of the year 2020

Owing to lockdown, year 2020 had been different for people across globe as many took support of streaming services for entertainment. Here’s a list of 5 best streaming service of the year 2020.

Amazon Prime Video

This is an American subscription video on-demand over-the-top streaming and rental service of Amazon.com, Inc., offered as a standalone service or as part of Amazon’s Prime subscription. It distributes films and television series produced by Amazon Studios or licensed to Amazon, as Prime Originals or Exclusives, with the service also hosting content from other providers, content add-ons, live sporting events, and video rental and purchasing services.

Netflix

This streaming service offers a wide variety of award-winning TV shows, movies, anime, documentaries and more – on thousands of internet-connected devices. According to Netflix, “You can watch as much as you want, whenever you want, without a single ad – all for one low monthly price. There’s always something new to discover, and new TV shows and movies are added every week!”

Apple TV+

Apple TV+ is a streaming service featuring Apple Originals — award-winning series, compelling dramas, groundbreaking documentaries, kids’ entertainment, comedies and more — with new Apple Originals added every month. Watch Apple TV+ on the Apple TV app, which is already on your favourite Apple devices. Just open the app, click or tap Apple TV+, and enjoy the shows and movies. You can also watch Apple TV+ on streaming platforms, popular smart TVs and AirPlay-enabled TVs with the Apple TV app — or watch online at tv.apple.com/in.

Disney+ Hotstar

 

This is an online video streaming platform owned by Novi Digital Entertainment Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Star India Private Limited. Currently, Disney+ Hotstar offers over 100,000 hours of TV content and movies across 9 languages. Every major sport covered live. Highly evolved video streaming technology and a high attention to quality of experience across devices and platforms, make Disney+ Hotstar the most complete video destination for Over The Top (OTT) video consumers.

ALTBalaji

This is an Indian subscription based video on demand platform which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Balaji Telefilms Ltd. Launched on 16 April 2017, ALTBalaji is the Group’s foray into the digital entertainment sphere to create original OTT content. The platform has around 34 million paid users.

It offers fresh, original and exclusive stories. The platform hosts premium, high quality shows featuring popular celebrities, acclaimed writers, and award winning directors, making ALTBalaji a true alternative to mainstream entertainment.

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Mi 10i confirmed to debut in India on January 5

Xiaomi has officially confirmed the launch of its latest smartphone Mi 10i in India. The company’s chief Manu Kumar Jain in its invitation video revealed that the device will be featuring a brand new camera which hints at a 108-megapixel primary sensor which was first revealed in its first teaser. Prior to this official announcement, the device also appeared via Google Console listing indicating launch. Its specifications have also been tipped several times and the rumoured features are very much similar to Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G. Yes, the smartphone is likely to be a rebranded variant of this smartphone which was launched in China.

Manu Kumar Jain the Chief of Xiaomi India took to Twitter to officially announce the arrival of Mi 10i. However, in his video invite, he did not mention the key details of the upcoming smartphone but he confirmed that the device will hit the shelves in India on January 5. The video teaser stated, “In just a few days from now, we are going to launch our brand-new flagship smartphone under the Mi brand called Mi 10i,” said Jain in the nearly one-and-a-half-minute long video. “It is an extension of our flagship phones launched this year: Mi 10, Mi 10T, and Mi 10T Pro (and other devices). It is also an extension of Mi 10 Lite launched globally.”

According to the company, Xiaomi Mi 10i is customised by the India product team and is a Made in India smartphone.

The company has also created a dedicated event page for the Xiaomi phone suggesting a 108-megapixel quad rear camera set up. The camera setup is similar to Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G. If you are unaware Xiaomi recently introduced this device under the Chinese version of Redmi Note 9 which launched in India a few months back.

The specification tipped by Mukul Sharma also suggested that Xiaomi Mi 10i will come with a Snapdragon 750G SoC paired with 6GB of RAM and more RAM options available when launched.

If the tipped information is believed then all the key details are similar to Redmi Note 9 5G then it is expected to come with a 6.67-inch full-HD display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 250Hz touch sampling rate. The device is going to be powered by Snapdragon 750G SoC paired with Adreno 619 graphics processor. As the listing suggests the device will be available in a 6GB of RAM with 128GB of storage that can be expanded via microSD card up to 512GB.

The rear camera is speculated to carry a quad rear camera setup that includes a 108-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.75 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor, 2-megapixel macro lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor along with a Super Night Scene 2.0 mode. On the front, there will be a 16-megapixel selfie sensor.

There could be a 4,820mAh battery with 33W fast charging support and is IP53 rated for water and dust resistance.

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Top 10 best camera phones of 2020 for the enthusiasts

This year due to COVID-19 everyone stayed indoors and most of them took to social media and shared lots of photos as well as videos. They shared lots of cookery videos and found what interests them most and shared it on Instagram as well as YouTube. If until now you were using a basic phone and wants to go a step higher by upgrading it with a good camera phone that is not only good at photography but also at video recording then this year many brands have pushed out some interesting camera focused smartphones which have made advancements in not only the rear camera but front as well. Here is a list of the top 10 best camera phones of 2020 that you can look out for.

Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max

Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max: This is the top variant from the iPhone 12 series. The device features a triple rear camera set up that includes a 12-megapixel ultra-wide sensor with f/2.4 aperture and 120-degree field of view. The secondary sensor is the 12-megapixel wide-angle lens with f/1.6 aperture. The third sensor on the iPhone 12 Pro Max is a 12-megapixel telephoto lens with f/2.2 aperture and 2.5x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out, 5x optical zoom range, and up to 12x digital zoom. The camera system is supported by 7x digital zoom for video recording and it equips LiDAR sensor. For selfies, there is a 12-megapixel sensor with f/2.2 aperture and Retina flash support.

OnePlus 8T 5G with 120Hz flat fluid AMOLED display launched: Specs and pricing details inside

OnePlus 8T: OnePlus 8T is the company’s latest addition to its T-series of smartphones with a quad rear camera setup that includes a 48-megapixel. The device comes with a 48-megapixel primary sensor with optical image stabilisation (OIS), a secondary 16-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor with a 123-degree field of view, a 5-megapixel macro lens and a 2-megapixel monochrome sensor. Upfront there is a 16-megapixel selfie camera.

Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro
Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro

Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro: Mi 10T Pro has a triple rear camera set up which includes a 108-megapixel primary sensor with optical image stabilisation (OIS), 13-megapixel secondary sensor with an ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 5-megapixel sensor with a macro lens. For taking selfies and video calling this mobile phone features a 20-megapixel selfie camera sensor on the back of the phone.

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OnePlus 8 Pro: OnePlus 8 Pro has a quad rear camera set up which includes a 48-megapixel primary Sony IMX689 sensor with f/1.78 aperture and OIS and EIS support. It further includes a secondary 8-megapixel telephoto lens with f/2.44 aperture, a tertiary 48-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture and finally a 5-megapixel color filter sensor with f/2.4 aperture for artistic lighting effects and filters. On the front with a 16-megapixel Sony IMX471 sensor with f/2.45 aperture for selfies and video chatting.

Samsung Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra pre registrations open today

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra offers a quad rear camera set up combining a 108-megapixel camera sensor with an f/1.8 aperture along with a 48-megapixel telephoto sensor with f/3.5 aperture. The camera set up further consists of a 12-megapixel ultra-wide sensor with f/2.2 aperture and a ToF VGA camera. The camera system supports 10x Hybrid Optic Zoom and 100x Super-Resolution Zoom. On the front, it sports a 40-megapixel selfie camera with f/2.2 aperture.

 

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra houses a triple rear camera setup. The system includes a 108-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.8 aperture in addition to a secondary 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture and a 12-megapixel tertiary sensor with an f/3.0 aperture. The camera system is supported by 3x optical zoom and 50x space zoom as well as supports 8K video recording. In addition to this, there is a laser autofocus module for an enhanced experience. For selfies, there is a 10-megapixel sensor at the front, along with an f/2.2 aperture.

Vivo V20 Pro 5G price

Vivo V20 Pro: For optics, Vivo V20 Pro has a triple rear camera setup that includes a 64-megapixel primary sensor with an f/1.89 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture. In addition to this, there is a 2-megapixel tertiary monochrome sensor with an f/2.4 aperture. Apart from this, the front of the phone carries a dual-camera setup that includes a 44-megapixel primary sensor with an f/2.0 autofocus lens and an 8-megapixel secondary sensor with f/2.28 aperture ultra-wide-angle lens.

Vivo X50 Pro

Vivo X50 Pro: There is a quad-camera setup on Vivo X50 Pro that includes a 48-megapixel main camera with f/1.6 aperture, a 13-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.46 aperture, an 8-megapixel telephoto lens with f/3.4 aperture, and an 8-megapixel macro lens with f/2.2 aperture. The camera setup also includes distinct camera modes such as portrait, panorama, dynamic photo, slow motion, short video and others. For selfies, there is also a 32-megapixel front-facing camera with an f/2.45 aperture.

Xiaomi Mi 10 5G

Xiaomi Mi 10: The camera capabilities on Xiaomi Mi 10 includes a 108-megapixel Samsung’s ISOCELL Bright HMX primary sensor. In addition to this, there is a 13-megapixel wide-angle lens with a 123-degree field of view and a 2-megapixel camera sensor. There is a 20-megapixel front-facing camera for taking selfies and video calling.

OnePlus Nord Design and Display

OnePlus Nord: The OnePlus’s affordable mid-range phone Nord that also offers good camera features. This device comes with a quad rear camera setup that includes a 48-megapixel Sony IMX586 primary sensor with an f/1.75 aperture with optical image stabilisation (OIS), an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens that has a field of view (FoV) of 119 degrees with an f/2.25 aperture a 2-megapixel macro lens and a 5-megapixel depth shooter both having an f/2.4 aperture. On the front there is a dual selfie camera set up, a 2-megapixel Sony IMX616 primary sensor with an f/2.45 aperture and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens that has an FoV of 105 degrees and f/2.45 aperture. 

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Garmin Vivoactive 3 Element smartwatch launched in India at Rs 15,990

America-based premium smartwatch maker Garmin has expanded its portfolio with the launch of Garmin Vivoactive 3 Element in India. It is a GPS smartwatch which comes in a single colour option. It offers thousands of free watch, more than 10 preloaded GPS and indoor sports app VO2 max and other health features. The Garmin smartwatch delivers up to 8 days of battery life in smartwatch mode and 13 hours in GPS mode.

The Garmin Vivoactive 3 Element price in India has been set at Rs 15,990. The smartwatch will be available in a single size and colour option. The fitness watch comes in a silver colour variant and is available for purchase via various online platforms including Garmin’s online store, Amazon, and Tata CLiQ.

Garmin Vivoactive 3 Element

Moving ahead, Garmin Vivoactive 3 Element features a 1.2-inch 240×240 pixels Garmin Chroma display. The display is bright enough to be used outdoors in direct sunlight. The watch’s screen has been protected with an extra-durable chemically-strengthened glass with a stainless steel casing.

The Garmin smartwatch comes with more than thousands of free watch faces, apps and widgets from our Connect IQ store.

The Garmin Vivoactive 3 Element is compatible with our Connect IQ store which also lets you turn on your lights at home with the SmartThings app, and even use the AccuWeather Minute Cast app to find out when the rain will start. By using the free Face It watch face app the user can also personalise the device by choosing an image from your photo library to make it as their watch’s face.

Moreover, it also offers more than 10 preloaded GPS and indoor sports apps, including yoga, running and more. Whereas the GPS will help the users to track the details of your chosen activity with no phone connection required. The smartwatch can be used outdoors in all kinds of weather not only this it is safe to be used for swimming and showering as it sis 5ATM certified for water and dust resistance.

The smart wearable can be paired with your compatible smartphone to receive and send text messages along with an ability to check social media updates, emails and more. You can also find your phone access music controls and let friends Live Track your sports right on your wrist.

Elevate wrist-based heart rate technology on the Garmin Vivoactive 3 Element lets you monitor key aspects of your fitness and stress to show how your body responds under various circumstances. It can also estimate your VO2 help you and fitness age. Whereas the heart rate variability (HRV), which is used to calculate and track your stress level.

The sensors included on the watch are GPS, Glonass, Garmin Elevate wrist heart rate monitor, barometric altimeter, compass, accelerometer, and thermometer. The Garmin smartwatch lasts up to 8 days in smartwatch mode and 13 hours in GPS mode.

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Samsung Galaxy S21+ live images leaked online, renders of the official cases also leaked

Recently the Samsung Galaxy S21+ registration went live in the US which suggested it to launch soon. The series will consist of three models Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra. Prior to its official launch in the market, the smartphones have been leaked on the web several times. This time some of the live images of the Samsung Galaxy S21+ have been leaked which clearly reveals its front as well as its back. In addition to this, the official cases of the flagship series have also landed on the web.

The live images of Samsung Galaxy 21+ have been leaked by @MauriQHD on Twitter suggesting it to be a demo model as it contains a confidential sticker on its back. The leaked images show the back of the phone donning a Phantom Violet colour option. In addition to this, there are three triple cameras aligned vertically on the top left corner.

The front shows a hole-punch display which is in working condition. The front display has flat edges. The interface also seems to be similar to the current One UI version.

On the other hand, Indian tipster Ishna Agarwal has shared the renders claimed to be the official cases of the Samsung Galaxy S21 series. The device will come in the Clear View Cover, Led Cover, Led View Cover, Silicone Case, Leather Cover, Protective Standing Cover, Clear Protective Cover, Clear Standing Cover, and Clear Cover. All these casings have a thick camera bump also.

Recently the series also went on pre-registrations in the US. The reservation is open through the Samsung Shop app as well as via the Samsung US website. On the pre-bookings, the company is offering a credit of $50 that is Rs 3,700 as per Indian currency on the purchase of additional accessories while you pre-order the phone. In addition to this Samsung is also offering an instant trade-in credit of up to $700 that translates to around Rs 51,00 on the broken device. The company is also giving up a $700 instant credit on the exchange of an old smartphone. The Galaxy S21 series is up for pre-orders until 11:59 pm EST on January 28, 2021. Whereas the reservation credit will be offered till 1:59 pm EST on January 13.

In the past, the pricing of the Samsung flagship series was also leaked which suggested the price of the Samsung Galaxy S21 is expected to start at EUR 849 that translates to Rs 76,000 for the 128GB storage option. The Galaxy S20+ is said to be available in a 128GB storage and its pricing is expected to come at EUR 1,049 that comes around Rs 94,500 while the 256Gb storage option is said to be priced at EUR 1,099 that translates to Rs 99,155. The premium one which is Galaxy S21 Ultra is expected to be priced at EUR 1,399 for the 128GB storage that translates to Rs 1,26000.

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LG’s InstaView Range with Air Sous Vide to make culinary life convenient

LG has announced that its new InstaView Range with Air Sous Vide will change home cooking as we know it today. To be launched at the CES 2021, the complete cooking solution also features LG’s Air Fry mode, InstaView oven door and a range of smart functions for a healthy and convenient culinary life at home.

According to the company, “LG Air Sous Vide can consistently maintain any temperature between 100 to 205 degrees Fahrenheit (38 to 96 degrees Celsius) for up to 48 hours without water, which results in more consistent dishes that take up less counter space to prepare.”

Interestingly, LG InstaView technology enables customers to automatically turns on an interior light to make visually checking the progress inside a cinch with tapping twice on the oven’s glass door.

This soon-to-be-introduced range also features LG’s ProBake Convection technology for quick and thorough cooking without preheating while Air Fry delivers flavorful fried treats using significantly less oil than deep frying.

Interestingly, LG InstaView Range can be controlled and monitored using the ThinQ app connected to Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa smart speakers. And LG partners SideChef, Innit, Drop, and Tovala offer helpful culinary inspiration through the hundreds of easy-to-follow recipes on their apps. “Once the user has selected a recipe, cooking instructions are sent to the oven which then sets the appropriate cooking mode and temperature. With Drop and a smart Thermomix, making pizza at home is a no-brainer with ThinQ controlling the mixer settings and LG InstaView Range preheating automatically so as soon as the dough is rolled and toppings topped, the oven is good to go. And heating frozen meals from brands such as Nestlé and Kraft Heinz is as simple as scanning a barcode with Scan to Cook,” revealed the company.

The InstaView Range also supports Proactive Customer Care, which is LG’s AI service solution. With just a smartphone and the ThinQ app, users can maintain the optimal performance and efficiency of compatible LG appliances for years to come.

“The 2021 LG InstaView Range integrates our most innovative cooking technologies which we’re excited to introduce at next month’s CES. We’re confident customers will find Air Sous Vide easier and more convenient to use than traditional water sous vide but the real vote of confidence will be in how much better the food tastes,” said Lyu Jae-cheol, president of LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company.

This product will be on display in LG’s virtual exhibition booth during CES 2021 starting January 11.

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Samsung unveils HDR10+ Adaptive feature to enhance viewing experience

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In order to improve the HDR10+ viewing experience at customers’ homes despite of the lighting conditions, Samsung has now announced that the HDR10+ Adaptive feature will be supported in Samsung TVs. This newly-launched feature supports Filmmaker Mode and adapts to brighter rooms. HDR10+ Adaptive will launch globally with Samsung’s upcoming QLED TV products.

According to Samsung, “While viewing HDR content is typically optimal in a darkened environment, customers’ viewing environments may vary greatly depending on a wide array of factors, including room lighting, time of day, and proximity to windows.”

Samsung’s HDR10+ Adaptive feature supports dynamic scene-by-scene optimization, following guidelines from the HDR10+ LLC, and can now adjust to any room lighting condition, further enhancing the HDR experience. This feature utilizes the TV’s light sensor and ensures that the screen brings to life the creative intent without any loss of details or contrast. All Prime Video HDR content is automatically delivered in HDR10+.

Asserting that as consumers spend more time at home, Younghun Choi, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics, said, “Samsung has been looking for ways to enrich consumers’ entertainment experience in the comfort of their homes. We are delighted to offer smart picture quality solutions that will enhance consumers’ at-home HDR viewing experience, bringing original-quality cinematic experience to our consumers around the world.”

Stating that Amazon Prime Video is always looking for new features and innovations that can help improve the customer experience, BA Winston, Global Head of Video Playback and Delivery at Amazon Prime Video, said, “With HDR10+ and Filmmaker mode, Prime Video content is optimized regardless of the viewing environment and customers can enjoy movies and TV shows the way the filmmakers intended.”

Furthermore, the HDR10+ Adaptive on Samsung QLED TVs also supports Filmmaker Mode, a display setting that Samsung developed in partnership with filmmakers, studios and consumer electronics manufacturers. Moreover, Samsung and Amazon Prime Video collaborated to enable Filmmaker Mode and HDR10+ Adaptive for Prime Video customers.

The company also notified that more contents are becoming available in HDR10+ with Universal Pictures Home Entertainment (UPHE) and Samsung extending its technology partnership to include even more HDR10+ catalogues and new titles for distribution on OTT services around the world.

Mind you! UHD titles are available on Prime Video also comprise of HDR10+ so all Prime Video customers can enjoy the improved HDR experience with most Samsung QLED TVs regardless of room lighting conditions.

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December 31 Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz Answers: Answer to win exciting prizes

The e-commerce website Flipkart is hosting Daily Trivia Quiz. Every day it brings a bunch of new questions for its users. By answering them correctly you can win exciting prizes. The questionnaire is based on questions related to general knowledge. Also, the users can win free vouchers and super coins, among other offers via the daily quiz. December 31 Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz Answers has already gone live on its platform.

The participant should be at least 18 years old and should have a valid login ID. The Quiz is available on the mobile platform and not the web version. E-commerce conducts the quiz on daily basis and goes live at 12:00 AM IST and runs till 11:59 PM IST.  The winners are announced within 15 days from the date of participation that can be viewed under the Gems/Rewards section in the app.

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To participate download the Flipkart app on your phone. Then open the Flipkart app then head to Game Zone. Now click on the Daily Trivia Banner or search for Daily Trivia. Enter the game and answer all 5 questions with correct answers.

December 31 Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz Answers 

Question 1: In which state Was The First Commercial Nuclear Power Station Built-in India?

Answer: Maharashtra

Question 2: Mandovi and Zuari are the two primary rivers of which Indian state?

Answer: Goa

Question 3: NASA stands for National _______ and Space Administration.

Answer: Aeronautics

Question 4: Host of the 1996 Cricket World Cup Final, in which city is the Gaddafi Stadium?

Answer: Lahore

Question 5: Which mountain pass means ‘pile of corpses’ in the local language?

Answer: Rohtang Pass

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December 31 Amazon Quiz: Participate to win Tommy Hilfiger Men’s Watch

Daily the e-commerce website Amazon brings a quiz for its customers to win exciting new prizes every day on its platform. The Amazon Quiz can be played daily from 8 AM to 12 noon. Today you have a chance to win Tommy Hilfiger Men’s Watch. All you need to do is answer all the questions correctly to win exciting prizes such as gadgets and Pay Balance.

Daily a new set of questions is presented in front of the participants that gives millions of people across the country to win exciting prizes. The quiz contains 5 questions that are based on general knowledge and current affairs. After clearing the daily quiz their name will be shortlisted for a lucky draw to select a winner. The results will be announced at the end of the month. To increase your chances of winning, daily Gadget Bridge updates all the answers to the questions so that you might win something by answering all the questions correctly. Check out today’s answers for the Amazon quiz to win Tommy Hilfiger Men’s Watch.

December 31 Amazon Quiz Answers

Question 1: In December 2020, Margaret Keenan, a British grandmother of four, became the first person in the world to receive what?

The answer is- Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine

Question 2: Breaking, that was introduced in the Olympics for 2024, is the official name for which competitive ‘sport’?

The answer is- Breakdancing

Question 3: Frank Carney, who recently passed away, started which popular fast-food chain in 1958?

The answer is- Pizza Hut

Question 4: In this Oscar-winning Disney movie, this robot falls in love with which other robot? (See Quiz Image in App)

The answer is- EVE

Question 5: Found in Frankfurt, Germany, this installation is dedicated to what currency? (See Quiz Image in App)

The answer is- Euro

Vivo Y20A with 5,000mAh battery and triple rear camera set up launched in India

The Chinese smartphone company Vivo today announced the launch of its new budget smartphone Vivo Y20A in India. The device has been introduced below Rs 15,000 price segment. The key features include a 5,000mAh battery, a waterdrop notch display and is powered by Snapdragon 439 SoC. It comes with Android 11 out of the box.

Vivo Y20A price and availability details

Vivo Y20A has been introduced in India with a price tag of Rs 11,490 for the single 3GB of RAM with 64GB of storage option the device is available in two colour options of Nebula Blue and Dawn White. The smartphone will be available for purchase starting January 2. The sale will be accessible across mainline partner retail stores, Vivo India E-store, and other leading e-commerce websites.

Vivo Y20A with 5,000mAh battery and triple rear camera set up launched in India'

Vivo Y20A technical specifications

As for the specification, Vivo Y20A comes with a 6.51-inch Halo iView HD+ IPS display with a resolution of 720×1,600 pixels. It provides an aspect ratio of 20:9. There is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner that unlocks the phone in just 0.26s. It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 SoC coupled with 3GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. The internal storage can be expanded using a microSD card. It runs on FunTouch OS 11 based on the top of Android 11.

In terms of camera capabilities, Vivo Y20A features a 13-megapixel primary lens with an f/2.2 aperture. Additionally, there is a 2-megapixel bokeh camera with f/2.4 aperture and a 2-megapixel macro sensor with f/2,4 aperture. The camera app is supported by a wide range of features that include Face Beauty and filters. For taking selfies and video calling there is an 8-megapixel selfie camera sensor with an f/1.8 aperture.

In terms of connectivity, there is a Micro-USB port, GPS, FM Radio, Bluetooth 4.2 among others. The device is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with 10W fast charging support. The battery is touted to last for more than 17 hours of online HD movie streaming, and more than 10 hours of intensive games.

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LG’s first-ever QNED Mini LED TV to be launched at CES 2021

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LG’s first-ever QNED Mini LED TVs at the all virtual CES 2021 as its top-of-the-line product offering among its 2021 premium LCD TV lineup. LG’s newest TVs represent a giant leap forward in LCD TV picture quality. The brightness and contrast are far superior to that of conventional LCD televisions owing to quantum dot and NanoCell technologies with Mini LEDs as the light source.

“Our new QNED Mini LED series is a premium home entertainment option that expands and improves the LCD TV space and gives consumers another terrific viewing choice. These TVs deliver an experience that set them apart from other LCD TVs and speak to our commitment to innovation and pushing the standard forward,” said Nam Ho-jun, senior vice president of R&D at LG’s Home Entertainment Company.

As OLED has gained popularity in the range of LG’s TV offerings with its self-lit pixels and independent dimming control, the arrival of LG’s QNED Mini LED TVs offer a compelling option for consumers due to a new panel structure enhanced by the backlighting to deliver a truly immersive viewing experience in the LCD space.

Furthermore, LG QNED Mini LED TVs produce incredibly accurate colors while the advanced LED backlight offers better contrast and deeper blacks for images of exceptional vibrancy and realism. And with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, these TVs render motion smoothly and more naturally.

According to the company, LG’s innovative Mini LED backlighting comprises up to almost 30,000 tiny LEDs that produce incredible peak brightness and a contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1 when paired with up to 2,500 dimming zones and advanced local dimming technology. This results in excellent HDR image quality with outstanding contrast and blacks, a wide color gamut and incredible color accuracy. For stunningly life-like images that seem to shed the confines of the screen and enter the user’s space, it’s not hard to see why LG QNED Mini LED is the new LCD TV to beat.

Moreover, the company’s top-of-the-line 86-inch 8K QNED TV will be on display in LG’s virtual exhibition booth during CES 2021 starting January 11.

Meanwhile, LG will now launch new InstaView Door-in-Door refrigerators that boast upgraded features and design innovations for improved user convenience at the first virtual CES. Mind you! The 2021 LG InstaView refrigerator lineup will be on display in LG’s virtual exhibition booth during CES 2021 starting January 11.

According to LG, “The revolutionized side-by-side refrigerator models feature a larger glass panel along with a modern flat door design, new UVnano technology built into the water dispenser to reduce bacteria, and the exclusive LG Craft Ice inside. LG is also introducing models with new InstaView voice recognition technology to take hands-free convenience to a whole new level in the kitchen.”

The company further revealed LG’s iconic InstaView Door-in-Door technology is receiving convenience-enhancing updates in 2021. Helping to minimize cold air loss and extend food freshness, the LG InstaView panel illuminates the interior of the refrigerator with just two quick knocks on the transparent glass so users can see inside without opening the door, while Door-in-Door technology helps organize everyday favorites for quick and easy access to often-used items without having to open the entire refrigerator.

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