Vivo V20 Pro 5G now up for pre-bookings in India ahead of the launch

There were reports last month suggesting Vivo V20 Pro 5G launch in India. But in a new development, the price of the device has been leaked as well as now available for pre-bookings via offline retails stores in the county. The device was earlier speculated to launch at the end of November but now it is expected to arrive next month. The key highlights of the smartphone include a Snapdragon 765G processor and an AMOLED screen.

As per the latest report by 91mobiles Vivo V20 Pro 5G price has been revealed. The device is now up for pre-orders via offline retailers in the country in addition to pre-booking bank offers. In India, the smartphone is said to be available with a price tag of Rs 29,990 which goes in line with the pricing set for the Thailand market which also costs under Rs 30,000.

In addition to this a poster has also revealed the bank offers that include 10 percent cashback via ICICI Bank and Bank of Baroda, easy EMI options, and Jio benefits, among others.

On the other hand, Tipster Sudhanshu via Twitter has revealed that the Vivo V20 Pro will launch in India on November 25. Until now there is no information from the company’s side with regard to the timeline set for India but Vivo India CEO Jerome Chen on Twitter revealed via Twitter that Vivo V20 will launch in India later in the month in November

To recall Vivo V20 Pro was introduced in Thailand in October at TBH 14,999 that translates to Rs 35,300 for the single 8GB RAM.

Vivo V20 Pro specifications

Vivo V20 Pro runs Funtouch OS 11 on top of Android 10. It features a 6.44-inch full-HD+ AMOLED display with 1,080×2,400 pixels of resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio with HDR10 support. The device is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor for 5G support paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage option.

The V20 Pro also has a triple rear camera setup that includes a primary 64-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL GW1 sensor with an f/1.89 aperture. Further assisted by an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture, a 2-megapixel monochrome sensor with an f/2.4 aperture. While on the front the dual selfie camera setup on the phone that houses a 44-megapixel primary sensor with an f/2.0 aperture and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle with a field of view (FoV) of 105 degrees and f/2.28 aperture.

The 5G phone is fuelled by a 4,000mAh battery that supports a 33W FlashCharge fast charging solution. For connectivity, it has 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS/ A-GPS and a USB Type-C port.

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November 23 Amazon Quiz: Participate and win Rs 10,000 Amazon Pay Balance

Get ready to answer a new set of questions as the November 23 Amazon Quiz is live on its platform. The e-commerce platform brings a daily quiz on its mobile platform, which every day gives chance to millions of people across the country to win exciting prizes. The quiz goes live at 8 AM and runs till 12 noon. Today’s Amazon Quiz prize is Rs 10,000 Amazon Pay Balance.

By participating in Amazon Quiz every day you can stand a chance to win prizes such as iPhone X, iPhone Xs, Seagate HDD, GoPro Hero 8 Camera, LG Smartphones, Samsung Galaxy S20, Air Purifier, Oppo smartphones, Amazon Pay Balance among others. Every day Amazon brings a fresh new quiz on its app, here we would like to mention that the quiz is not available for desktop users, only app users can participate in the daily quiz.

The company puts 5 questions based on general knowledge and current affairs to which the contestants have to answer all the questions correctly. A wrong answer will eliminate you from the quiz. After giving correct answers to all the questions, your name will get further selected for a lucky draw. The results of the lucky draw will be announced at the end of the month. So today’s quiz winner’s name will be declared at the end of the month. We have updated today’s five questions with their correct answers below so that you can win Amazon Quiz and get Rs 10,000 Amazon Pay Balance.

November 23 Amazon Quiz Answers

Question 1: The 2020 Women’s T20 Challenge played in Sharjah was branded as the ____ Women’s T20 Challenge. Fill in the blanks

The answer is- Jio

Question 2: Who is the Chairperson of the GST Council in India?

The answer is- Union Finance Minister

Question 3: One of the songs from the movie Laxmii starring Akshay Kumar is named after which famous building?

The answer is- Burj Khalifa

Question 4: To visit this place, which country do you have to travel to?

The answer is- Peru

Question 5: These guards protect what?

The answer is- Vatican City

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November 23 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. November 23 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.

November 23 Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz Answers 

Question 1: In Hindu mythology, who is the son of God Indra?

Answer 1: Jayanta

Question 2: Which vegetarian restaurant chain was founded by P. Rajagopala in 1981?

Answer 2: Saravana Bhavan

Question 3: To which country does the UNESCO World Heritage Site of ‘Terracotta Army’ belong?

Answer 3: China

Question 4: Which popular dish uses basil seeds as its main ingredient?

Answer 4: Falooda

Question 5: Apart from Germany, which country’s government is headed by a Chancellor?

Answer 5: Austria

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GTA Online gamers to access ‘The Cayo Perico Heist’ on December 15

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Rockstar Games has finally revealed that The Cayo Perico Heist will be making way on Grand Theft Auto (GTA) Online on December 15. GTA Online fans will get set to infiltrate the remote island compound of the world’s most notorious drug dealer in GTA Online’s biggest, most daring, and action-packed addition yet: The Cayo Perico Heist.

According to an official blog post by Rockstar Games, “It’s time to raise the stakes higher than ever before. You’ve broken a convicted spy out of Bolingbroke Penitentiary. You’ve saved the world from an egomaniacal tech billionaire. And you’ve beaten the odds to drain a casino of its cash. This time, you’re taking on an entire island.”

In this game, one has to find way to breach on Cayo Perico, which is one of the most secure private islands in the entire world. Then, evade or neutralize the heavily armed security forces stationed there to escape with valuable evidence along with as much art, gold and drug money as the gamers can carry.

The Cayo Perico Heist is the biggest GTA Online adventure ever, introducing an all-new exotic Heist location, with a brand-new approach to Heist design that features the ability to play everything solo or with up to three other players.

In addition to this, one can also gain access to latest vehicles and tactical weapons, experience new social spaces to dance and party with friends and new world-class DJs, and tune in to new radio stations with more than 100 new songs. Also, there is a heavily-armed submarine HQ that will further enhance the gaming experience of The Cayo Perico Heist’s players with plenty of other surprises.

Meanwhile, Rockstar Games has also confirmed that the PlayStation 4 and the Xbox One versions of Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption 2 can be played on these latest consoles through backward compatibility.

In a latest report, Rockstar Games has updated, “If you own a disc-based copy of any backward compatible game, you’ll be able to insert that disc directly into your new PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X (excludes PlayStation 5 Digital Edition and Xbox Series S consoles). Meanwhile, digital game owners will have instant access to download any compatible Rockstar Games titles they already have tied to their PlayStation Network or Xbox Live accounts. On PlayStation 5 these will be available from the Your Collection section of your Game Library and on Xbox Series X|S from the Ready to Install section.”

The gamers can transfer the saved files and full games through LAN cables, using Wi-Fi or through USB storage. Furthermore, it was also revealed that one can even transfer the most recent cloud save tied to the player’s PlayStation Plus or Xbox Live account. Mind you! The current progress and accomplishments in both Grand Theft Auto Online and Red Dead Online will also carry over, provided you are using the same PlayStation Network or Xbox Live account on the new console. All you need to ensure is that your accounts are properly linked.

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Google announces RCS messaging chat feature now available globally

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In the current situation of the COVID-19 pandemic across the globe, people are relying on messaging more than ever to stay connected with their loved ones. Messages by Google is yet another tool that helps its users to initiate a video call to help you connect safely across the globe. The tech giant has now revealed that it has completed the global rollout of Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging chat features to make this modern messaging experience universal for everyone on Android device.

According to Google, “For the past few years, we’ve worked with the mobile industry and device makers on several carrier networks in certain countries to provide chat features in Messages based on the open Rich Communication Services (RCS) standard. The chat features upgrade SMS text messaging so you can send and receive better quality photos and videos, chat over Wi-Fi or data, know when your message is read, share reactions, and enjoy more dynamic and engaging group chats.”

In order to offer more security in the chat conversations, Google is continually improving security protections to safeguard the privacy and will be rolling out end-to-end encryption. The first and foremost step towards this is with one-on-one RCS conversations between people using Messages. Furthermore, end-to-end encryption makes sure that no one can read the content of the messages. This even includes Google and third parties.

Google stated that this will roll out to beta testers starting this month and continue into next year. It was further notified that the eligible conversations will automatically upgrade to be end-to-end encrypted. The end-to-end encryption is available when both the sender and the receiver have Messages installed and chat features on. All that has to be done to access the newest features, simply update your Messages app to the latest version or download the app and turn chat features on.

Meanwhile, Google has also retained the top spot in YouGov’s 2020 Best Brand Rankings in India to become the best health brand among urban Indians. On the other hand, YouTube secured a second spot with 53.3 and WhatsApp came down to third position with a score of 53.1.

“YouGov’s 2020 Best Brand Rankings place Google in the first place yet again. In addition to being the best brand in India, the tech giant dominates the global rankings as well, highlighting the power of a strong brand. India’s top 10 list this year has a dominance of e-commerce brands, showing the rising engagement of urban Indian residents with online shopping amidst the pandemic,” said Deepa Bhatia, General Manager, YouGov India.

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Google Assistant joins suite of voice assistants on Samsung Smart TVs

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In order to enable the users to seamlessly control their smart home devices with a voice assistant, Samsung has announced that Google Assistant will join Amazon Alexa and Bixby to offer enhanced discovery abilities. Mind you! Google Assistant is fully integrated into Samsung Smart TVs and requires no additional downloads, hardware, or installation. According to the South-Korean giant, this feature on the smart TVs is currently available in the UK, France, Germany and Italy. It will be further introduced to 12 other countries by the end of this year.

Stating that the use of voice assistants on the Smart TVs has grown exponentially since Bixby’s launch in 2018, Seline Han, Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics, said, “With Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa now supported, we are inviting our consumers to ask even more of their Smart TVs.”

Samsung further revealed that the suite of leading voice assistants is now available on all 2020 4K and 8K QLED TVs, Crystal UHD TVs, The Frame, The Serif, The Sero and The Terrace, and is compatible with viewers’ existing voice assistant ecosystems.

The support of voice assistant options allows the Samsung Smart TV users can now access their favorite entertainment and real-time answers on screen at a much faster pace. Besides this, the Samsung TV users can easily browse channels, adjust the volume, control playback and open apps by activating voice commands. In addition to finding new TV programs and films to watch, viewers can ask Alexa, Bixby or Google Assistant to provide the weather forecast, find out the latest game scores or play their favorite tunes.

With Google Assistant, viewers will also have access to the Google services they know and love to help streamline their days, including Google Search, Photos, Maps, Calendar and more. “By bringing Google Assistant to Samsung Smart TVs, we want to connect your living room with the rest of the smart home and help you better manage your day, across your favorite Google services,” said Jack Krawczyk Director, Product Management for Google Assistant.

With the integration of Amazon Alexa across Samsung’s Smart TVs earlier this year, it is available to Samsung Smart TV users in 14 countries globally. Amazon Alexa on Samsung Smart TVs aims to provide customers the convenience of voice control on Smart TVs while enabling them to gain access to their voice service of choice.

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Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich satellite successfully lifts off on SpaceX Falcon 9

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Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich, a joint US-European satellite built to monitor global sea levels, lifted off on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California Saturday at 9:17 a.m. PST (10:47 p.m. IST). The Michael Freilich will extend a nearly 30-year continuous dataset to boost weather forecasts. The launch is managed by NASA’s Launch Services Program, based at the agency’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

With an aim to provide detailed information on large-scale ocean currents to support ship navigation near coastlines, Karen St. Germain, director of NASA’s Earth Science Division, said, “The Earth is changing, and this satellite will help deepen our understanding of how. The changing Earth processes are affecting sea level globally, but the impact on local communities varies widely. International collaboration is critical to both understanding these changes and informing coastal communities around the world.”

NASA revealed that the spacecraft disintegrated from the rocket’s second stage and unfolded its twin sets of solar arrays after entering in orbit. Furthermore, the ground controllers successfully acquired the satellite’s signal. The initial telemetry reports revealed the Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich in good health. It will now undergo a series of exhaustive checks and calibrations before it starts collecting science data in a few months’ time.

Mind you! This spacecraft has been named after Michael Freilich, who was a leading figure in advancing ocean observations from space. Freilich, the former director of NASA’s Earth Science Division, died on August 5, 2020. It’s worth noting that this spacecraft will pass the baton to its twin, Sentinel-6B, in 2025.

Furthermore, NASA notified that this latest mission highlights the first international involvement in Copernicus, the European Union’s Earth Observation Programme. Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich’s suite of scientific instruments will also make atmospheric measurements that can be used to complement climate models and help meteorologists make better weather forecasts.

This launch is the very essence of partnership, precision, and incredible long-term focus as Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich not only provides a critical measurement, it is essential for continuing this historic multi-decadal sea level record. It is worth stating that the data from this satellite is so critical for climate monitoring and weather forecasting. These data will bring a wide range of benefits to people around the globe, from safer ocean travel to more precise prediction of hurricane paths, from greater understanding of sea level rise to more accurate seasonal weather forecasts, and so much more.

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How to apply for a new Coloured Voter ID Card

Other than AADHAAR card and PAN card, voter ID card is the most important document for every citizen living in India. It is that important that lets you cast your vote during elections and is an identity proof that is issued by the Electoral Commission of India after several verifications. For several years the authority has made several changes to the design of the voter ID card but all these years one thing that has been common is that it has always been in a black-and-white colour scheme with a holographic sticker. But now ECI has begun issuing coloured Voter ID cards along with a revamped design.

Voter ID cards are not only used to exercise your right to vote by producing it at the polling booth during an election. But it is your identity proof, age proof as well as address proof in India for several purposes. Even if one does not have its AADHAAR card or any other ID proof this can be utilised for general purposes. So if you are bored with that black and white card you can now do away with the older ones and can get a new one with a revamped design. The Election Commission of India has made some new changes to it and they will be provided in coloured ones with India’s tricolour flag background as well as your colour picture.

Those who have already applied or are newly registered then you will now receive these coloured cards. But those who already have those old looking cards and wish to get a new coloured one then it can be obtained just by paying an extra fee of Rs 30. So here we are with a step by step guide on how you can download a coloured voter ID card in India.

But before we begin keep all your important documents ready as you will need them during registration. Important things that should be kept in mind is that you must have a valid mobile number and email ID. The background of your photograph should be in light or white in colour.

Documents required:

  1. Address proof
  2. Age of proof (10th certificate or birth certificate)
  3. Scanned photographs with specified dimensions as per your State’s website

How to apply for a new coloured Voter ID card:

  • If your you have just attained the age of 18 years then you are now eligible exercise your voting rights in India and if you have not yet applied for one then your can simply get yourself registered by visiting NSVP website
  • Click on “Apply online for register of a new voter”
  • Fill in all your personal details in the given form and keep following what is promoted
  • When you are finished submitting the application form you will be able to track the status of your Voter ID. When your name gets listed on the fresh electoral roll you will then receive your coloured or your tool to exercise your voting rights in India within 45-60 days.

How to apply for new Coloured card:

  • Without any charges, the authority will be mailing you a black and white voter ID card but our purpose here is to help you get a coloured one. Then all you need to do is visit your state’s official Chief Electoral Officer website.
  • Now click on the link for registration to get a new colour PVC Voter ID
  • Again enter all of your required details and submit.
  • Now verify these details using the verification code that you will receive on your mobile number 
  • Within 45-60 days, the new Voter ID will finally be mailed to your registered address.
  • It should be noted that you can also apply for the new cards offline by visiting MEE Seva or Eseva offices and paying a fee of Rs 30.

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Branded Content ads with product Tags feature for Instagram Reels introduced by Facebook

Facebook has always been paying attention to user’s needs and it keeps on updating its products such as Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp with new features. Recently it has rolled out several features to its photo-sharing app Instagram to enhance the user experience. It introduced Guides, Vanish Mode, Watch together and Chat themes for this platform. Out of the four features, two of them are specifically focused on Reels. This short video sharing feature was introduced in India after a ban on TikTok. Now Instagram has announced new updates for branded content on its platform, which will now include the ‘Branded Content ads with product Tags’ feature in Reels. This feature is also said to be expanded to Live as well.

As per the latest blog post by Instagram “In June 2019, we launched the ability for brands to run branded content posts as ads as a new way to amplify their brand story through the voice of creators. Branded Content ads drive value for creators, too, allowing them to gain additional visibility and discovery.”

Up until the Branded Content ads could only be accessible by promoting the existing posts from creators. But after the new update, the advertisers can create Branded Content ads without the need for creators to post organically on Instagram first. 

With the launch of this feature on the photo-sharing app, the brands are now said to have more flexibility with fewer constraints when they want to run Branded Content ads. As per the company the new workflow has been designed with creator control in mind – creators can approve and pause any ads published from their handle.

Advertisers can send requests for Ad Creation Access by heading to SETTINGS and then clicking the BUSINESS options. On opening this option select Branded content and then tap on the REQUEST AS CREATION ACCESS option. Now search for the creator’s profile in the search option and then tap on SEND REQUEST.

Now done with sending the request it is now creators will to accept your Ad creation Access request. On accepting the request, the advertiser will receive a notification.

As per Instagram, Branded Content ads in Stories can now include tappable elements, such as @mentions, location and hashtags. In addition to this the ability for businesses to promote branded content posts with the use of Brand Content Tags, however, this format is slated to begin testing in the coming months.

“Until today, branded content posts from creators that included product tags were not able to be promoted. Now brands can get more value out of this content that makes it easy for people to shop directly from creators that inspire them,” the blog post said.

Recently Instagram also launched the ability for businesses and creators to set a minimum age for their branded content feed posts on Instagram. This will allow them to set a default minimum age or a minimum age for specific countries, or a combination of both.

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November 22 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. November 22 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.

November 22 Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz Answers 

Question 1:Which of these terms is associated with the sports of lawn tennis?

Answer: Deuce

Question 2:If you are at Stade Roland Garros, which of these tennis events are you watching?

Answer: French Open

Question 3:Which of these sports will make its Olympic debut next year in Tokyo?

Answer: Surfing

Question 4:Lin Dan and Chen Long have both been ranked no 1 in Badminton. They both represent

Answer: China

Question 5: A cricket stadium in which country holds the record of hosting the highest number of ODIs?

Answer:  UAE

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November 22 Amazon Quiz: Participate and win Apple iPhone 12 

Amazon Quiz is getting more popular in the country as many people are participating in the quiz every day. The quiz can be played daily from 8 AM to 12 noon. The e-commerce platform brings an opportunity for all its customers to play and win free gadgets as well as Amazon Pay Balance. Today’s prize is Apple iPhone 12.

In the Amazon daily quiz, you have to answer 5 questions that are based on general knowledge and current affairs. The participants have to answer each question correctly to get their names selected for the lucky draw. The result of the lucky draw will be announced at the end of every month. Every day we update all the quiz questions along with their correct answers on our website to help you to clear the quiz successfully. If you are lucky you might win something by answering all the questions correctly. Check out today’s answers for the Amazon quiz to win Apple iPhone 12.

November 22 Amazon Quiz Answers

Question 1: Sean Connery, who recently passed away, appeared as James Bond for the first time in which film?

The answer is- Dr. No

Question 2: By what name is Jadav “Molai” Payeng, an activist from Majuli popularly known?

The answer is- Forest Man of India

Question 3: The 2022 Cadillac Lyriq is the first electric vehicle from which automobile giant’s luxury brand?

The answer is- General Motors

Question 4: This is a historical painting from which country?

The answer is- Egypt

Question 5: This installation features the covers of an iconic magazine, whose controlling interest is held by which global media giant?

The answer is- The Walt Disney Company

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Amazon Music gets X-Ray feature to enhance users’ experience

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Amazon has now introduced the X-Ray experience for its Music service for millions of songs in its catalog. This feature is in line with what is found on Amazon Kindle and Amazon Prime Video. As per the company, it will help people to acquire information regarding song information, artists, and albums as well as other things related to Amazon’s Music service.

According to Engadget, The X-Ray feature in Amazon’s Music service will be in line with the one on Prime Video. It also showcases associated information regarding the onscreen cast members or what happened during filming shows up as your movie plays. Furthermore, Amazon stated that the X-Ray is likely grow with each passing day as there is constant update in the song catalogue as well as information of the artist.

Meanwhile, Amazon.in has now rolled out ‘Made-in-India toy store’ that will give platform to sellers from 15 Indian states to showcase more than thousands of unique toys across ‘toy-categories’ like traditional toys, handmade toys and educational toys. The aim behind this is to bring all forms of Indian crafts online.

According to Amazon India, The launch of Made-in-India toy store will provide a support to local emerging Indian brands and manufacturers to further expand their business. It must be noted that the rolling out of this toy store is in line with Government of India’s vision in realising the potential of Atmanirbhar Bharat.

In addition to this, Amazon further added that the traditional Indian toys section showcases toys that are bound to take consumers down the memory lane, reminiscent of carefree childhood nostalgia with toys like Chowka Bara, Pitthu/Lagori, Lattu(Wooden spinning tops) and more. The handmade toys section will showcase handmade toys & dolls from karigars of various states like Channapatna, Thanjavur, Varanasi to name a few. It must also be noted that these handmade toys speak of the pride in Indian craftsmanship and are unique in design. The third category showcases innovative and educational toys like a DIY Microscope, 4D Educational AR Game, Science Experiment Kits as well as other interesting things.

It must be noted that these exciting products are conceptualized and manufactured by homegrown Indian brands like Smartivity, Shumee, Skillmatics, Shifu, Einstein box as well as others who are delighting millions of kids and parents through their products. Furthermore, some of them like Skillmatics and Shifu are also exporting made in India toys through Amazon’s Global Selling programme.

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Redmi Note 9 5G series to officially launch on November 26

The Chinese smartphone company Xiaomi has officially confirmed that the Redmi Note 9 5G series will launch in China on November 26th. This announcement came just after a screenshot surfaced on the web revealing the launch date. This date was confirmed by the company via Chinese microblogging website Weibo that also shared the poster to reveal the design of the upcoming smartphone. The device has been in the news for quite some time now, Redmi Note 9 and Redmi Note Pro are the most expected devices while the Pro Max is the least speculated ones.

Xiaomi took to Weibo to announce the arrival of its new range of mobile phones. As per the Weibo post, Redmi Note 9 is now confirmed to launch in China on November 26. The company also shared a poster that confirmed three models but it did not mention the names of the phones that might come to the series. Speculations are that the Redmi Note 9 series will include Redmi Note 9, Redmi Note 9 Pro, and Redmi Note 9 Pro Max. All the devices will have 5G support and while the design of the smartphones has also been revealed and it is quite different from the series that was launched in India this year. Instead of a vertical camera set up, the upcoming series will include a circular camera set up that accommodates four sensors as well as a fingerprint camera sensor on the side of the phone. In addition to this, the phones will be offered in shades of Blue and Green.

In the past two of the speculated smartphones, Redmi Note 9 and Redmi Note 9 Pro were spotted on TENAA. As per the listing, the standard variant will come with a 6.53-inch full-HD+ IPS display with 1,080×2,400 pixels of resolution. There will be a MediaTek Dimensity 800U SoC empowering the phone paired with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage options which can be expanded up to 512GB using a microSD card. Note 9 is speculated to feature a camera set up that will include three sensors including a 48-megapixel primary sensor. In addition to this, it is likely to include a 13-megapixel selfie camera and a 4,900mAh battery onboard.

Furthermore, the TENAA listing also reveals the key specs of the Redmi Note 9 Pro. The device is said to have a 6.67-inch full-HD+ display with 1,080×2,400 pixels of resolution. The listing did not reveal the SoC but the Geekbench listing suggests it has a Snapdragon 750G SoC. But the TENAA listing states that the phone will be up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. Moreover, there will be a 108-megapixel primary camera and a 16-megapixel front camera set up. The device is also said to include a 4,720mAh battery.

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Revealed: 6 crores to be offered as the first prize for PUBG esports tournament

After announcing PUBG Mobile’s comeback in India Krafton PUBG Corporation has now revealed a massive price pool of more than Rs 6 crores. This is the most popular online battle royale game in India and was banned in the country due to privacy concerns. While the fans were eagerly waiting for its comeback and after a couple of months, the developers are now bringing it back as but as the Indian variant of PUBG Mobile. The launch details are yet to be revealed and it was rumoured to get launched on November 20. Instead of the launch, some more details about the game have been revealed and reportedly the company to host an esports league of the gaming enthusiasts here in India.

The information about the biggest pool prize and the esports tournament comes from Ghatak from TSM Entity. According to the PUBG Mobile pro player’s recent tweet the developer to host an Indian Version PUBG Mobile tournament in the country. Moreover, the esports tournament to be expected to offer a massive prize pool of more than Rs 6 crores. In addition to the prize pool, salaries ranging from Rs 40,000 to Rs 2 lakhs is likely to be offered. His tweet reads, “6 crores first prize for PUBG tournament! Surprised?! Min salary 40k-2L for tier 1 teams to huge prize pools which increases every season. “ESPORTS” the beginning of a new era. This is the perfect time to try your hand in esports.”

To recall PUBG Mobile was banned in India as it was found engaged in activities which are prejudicial to the sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, the security of the state and public order under section 69A of the Information Technology Act read with the relevant provisions of the Information Technology (Procedure and Safeguards for Blocking of Access of Information by Public) Rules 2009.

But recently it company confirmed that it is back in the game now and soon PUBG Mobile India will be published in India under its new non-Chinese publisher Microsoft’s Azure. The company made this announcement weeks after cutting its ties with Shenzhen-based Tencent Games in India by taking the rights to publish the game as its authorised PUBG Mobile franchise and this tie the company not only promises to maintain privacy and security of Indian player’s data by conducting regular audits and verifications on the storage systems holding Indian users’ personally identifiable information but will also focus to maintain a healthy gameplay environment.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 likely to come with under-display camera

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In the recent past, we’ve noticed that smartphones manufacturers are introducing major chances to make the device more attract for customers across the globe. Now, news is rife that Samsung is likely to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 3 with its first under-display camera (UDC) for selfie freaks.

According to a report from South Korean website ETNews, Samsung is planning to deploy under-display cameras on its next Galaxy Fold 3 smartphone. Samsung is planning to deploy under-display cameras on its next Galaxy Fold 3 smartphone. UDC is a technology that places the camera under the display, making the camera invisible from the outside. The much-anticipated handset is likely to be launched in the third quarter of 2021.

What is more interesting is that under-display camera does not require a notch or hole because the camera is placed behind the display. This means that one can access a full-screen of Samsung Galaxy Fold 3 smartphone as there would be no notch edging or small punch-holes.

If we believe the reports to be true Samsung Electronics is reportedly planning to commercialize under-display camera via combination of display and camera technology. According to the report, placing the camera behind the screen interferes with the display shooting as the light that must enter the lens may be refracted. Furthermore, Samsung Galaxy Fold 3 spreads the screen from side to side like a notebook. The company could provide larger screen to smartphone users if the camera is not visible on the screen.

Meanwhile, Samsung has announced the global availability of its all-new Smart Monitor to meet the new needs of today’s consumers, who are now working, learning and consuming entertainment at home.

Samsung Smart Monitor comprises of powerful smartphone and PC connectivity, remote home office and learning features as well as Smart Hub, a comprehensive entertainment hub, just like Samsung’s built-in Smart TV platform. The Smart Monitor, which is currently available in United States, Canada and China. Furthermore, is expected to expand launching markets starting the end of November. The monitor is available in two variants:

  1. The M7 supports Ultra-High Definition (UHD) resolution in 32-inch
  2. The M5 supports Full HD (FHD) resolution in 32-inch and 27-inch

Furthermore, the new Samsung Smart Monitor provides numerous connectivity options for both PCs and smartphones. Users can connect their personal mobile devices with just a simple tap using Tap View, App Casting or Apple AirPlay 2. Users can also connect to the monitor with Samsung DeX for a complete desktop experience using a mobile device.

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Netflix’s StreamFest to kickstart in India on December 5

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In order to bring the most amazing stories from across the world to all fans of entertainment in India, Netflix is now hosting StreamFest starting at 12:01 am on December 5 until 11:59 pm on December 6. With this, people across the sub-continent can stream all the blockbuster films, the biggest series, award-winning documentaries, and entertaining reality shows during this two-day period.

According to Monika Shergill, Vice President, Content, Netflix India: “Pick from some of the biggest Indian movies and series: experience the anticipation of “What happens in 25 days?” in Sacred Games, go on a mad ride with the newly released Ludo, and be inspired by the Telugu hit Miss India. Or pick international movies and series: feel the adrenaline rush of Extraction; and be immersed in a crime drama with the Spanish series, La Casa de Papel. Your kids will also love our very own Mighty Little Bheem, and be able to choose their own adventure with the interactive Boss Baby: Get that Baby.”

If you are interested in leveraging this opportunity, simply follow these steps:

  • Visit Netflix.com/StreamFest (or download the Android app)
  • Sign up with your name, email or phone number, and password
  • Start streaming.

Mind you! StreamFest is completely free, no credit or debit card or payment needed. However, no one else can use the same login information to stream as anyone who signs in during StreamFest gets one stream in standard definition. On sign up through the Android app or a browser, the user can access that login to watch Netflix on any device — smart TV, gaming console, iOS device. Besides this, one can even visit Netflix.com/StreamFest to set a reminder using their email or phone number. They will be notified as soon as StreamFest is live.

“You can also access every feature that our members currently use and love — create Profiles (including Kids’ Profiles), set Parental Controls, browse Netflix in Hindi, add series or films to My List, watch with subtitles or dubs, use Smart Downloads on mobile, and see the Top 10 list (which gives you the 10 most popular movies and shows on Netflix in India). This is because we want fans keen to try Netflix to experience it exactly the way our members do,” added Shergill.

Netflix further notified that it will have to limit the number of StreamFest viewers to ensure that all who comes in gets the best experience. The users might get to see a message saying “StreamFest is at capacity” during StreamFest. However, Netflix will let them know when they can start streaming.

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November 21 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. November 21 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.

November 21 Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz Answers 

Question 1: Who among these is regarded as the ‘First Avenger’ in Marvel Comics?
Answer 1: Captain America

Question 2: Al Pacino’s film, You Don’t Know Jack’ is based on what controversial subject?
Answer: Euthanasia

Question 3: What was the name of Rishi Kapoor’s character in Amar Akbar Anthony?
Answer 3: Akbar

Question 4: Which of these 2013 films is an adaptation of a Solomon Northup memoir?
Answer 4: 12 Years A Slave

Question 5: How do we better know the singer Kedarnath Bhattacharya?
Answer: Kumar Sanu

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November 21 Amazon Quiz: Answer these five questions and you could win Rs 20,000 Amazon Pay Balance

November 21 Amazon Quiz has now gone live. Every day the e-commerce website brings a daily quiz for its customers. The quiz begins at 8 AM and runs till 12 noon. Those participating in the quiz can win exciting prizes by answering all the questions correctly. Today all the customers across the country can win Rs 20,000 Amazon Pay Balance.

Amazon is back with another new daily quiz. Amazon quiz brings an opportunity for its customers to win daily prizes such as mobile phones, other gadgets including Pay Balance also. If you managed to answer all the questions correctly, you can stand a chance to win Rs 20,000 Amazon Pay Balance. Check out today’s answers for the Amazon quiz.

November 21 Amazon Quiz Answers

Question 1: How do we better know the No. 222 Squadron based out of Thanjavur of the Indian Air Force, the first squadron equipped with the BrahMos?

The answer is- Tigersharks

Question 2: Mesut Yilmaz, who recently passed away, was the former Prime Minister of which country?

The answer is- Turkey

Question 3: Which fintech giant recently announced that it would let users “buy, hold, and sell cryptocurrency”?

The answer is- PayPal

Question 4: This iconic monument, gives its name to a movie starring which of these actors of the 50s and 60s, in the lead role?

The answer is- Pradeep Kumar

Question 5: This is a picture of which legendary ship?

The answer is- RMS Titanic

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Soon Google Stadia to come as a web app to iOS

Google Stadia is a gaming platform that lets you play games across screens in short, it is one place for all the ways one plays. Right now, its app is available for Android devices on Google Play Store. And now the company has announced that Stadia is now heading to iOS as a web app instead of a standalone app on the Apps Store.

As per Google’s recent tweet, Stadia will now be supported by iOS and is in the first phase. The tweet reads, “As you might have heard, the first phase of iOS support is coming to Stadia! Stay tuned for more to come.”

So soon a progressive Web app (PWA) of Google stadia will be available on the Web browser. It should be noted that the WPA experience will not provide a Google Stadia app-like experience after Apple’s negation to bring a standalone app. The tech giant has not yet revealed any accurate timeline of the release of the Stadia on iOS but soon it will begin testing the service for the public in the coming weeks or months.

According to the company, bringing a native Google Stadia App to the App Store will violate the terms of its platform which also applies to Microsoft xCloud. Recently the Cupertino-based company removed a web application named Stadium, which allowed users to run Stadia as well as xCloud. Microsoft and other developers criticized Apple over its Apple Store practices, therefore, refused to launch their streaming services on its platform. Taking into account Apple recently made some changes to its App Store Guidelines while loosening some in-app payment rules.

Apart from this Google has plans to bring support for 135 titles and more to its platform however it has already launched more than 80 game titles until now. The list includes popular titles such as Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, Borderlands 3, Cyberpunk 2077, Darksiders Genesis, Destiny 2: The Collection, Doom Eternal, Final Fantasy XV, Ghost Recon Breakpoint, Red Dead Redemption 2, Tom Clancy’s The Division 2, Watch Dogs Legion, and Wolfenstein: Youngblood among others. 

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Which one is better, eSIM or a regular SIM? Let’s find it out

These days we have been listening about eSIM a lot as every other smartphone brand is now offering eSIM card support that is known to improve the signal quality for people around the world. Those who are unaware this facility is only available on expensive devices such as iPhone 12, Google Pixel 5 and more. Also, this feature is quite useful for those who travel a lot and struggle to find a reliable mobile provider while they’re in some other country which is the main difference between an eSIM and a regular SIM. We will talk about it more but first, let’s know more about eSIM as most of you are unaware of how it works.

What is an eSIM?

First of all, eSIM stands for Embedded Subscriber Identity Module and in India it has arrived in the year 2018 with the launch of the Apple Watch Series 3 LTE Version that comes with this feature. Reliance Jio was the first one to announce that it provides eSIM technology to its users. eSIM is described as an embedded universal integrated circuit card (eUICC) defined by GSMA, the global association responsible for setting the overall telecommunication framework with approximately 800 mobile operators.

One of the advantages of this feature is that it brings flexibility to consumers, Communications Service Providers (CSPs) and enterprises. So, the users do not need to look for CSPs and go to CSP shops to buy SIM cards while continuing to enjoy all legacy SIM services such as roaming services, local breakout services, or SIM applets with multi-international Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI) services when and where applicable. The consumers can choose a new local CSP to remotely provision and activate a new subscription to the device when needed, over the air. Thus, your device can easily rely on a global eSIM to be able to connect all their devices all over the world offering seamless global connectivity services provided by CSPs across the entire device life cycle.

But this does not mean that your device does not have support for a regular SIM. The SIM tray consists of a slot available for a SIM card while the eSIM needs to be activated either by scanning the QR code provided by the preferred carrier or by entering parameters manually as the manufacturers have already integrated a small SIM card inside the phone.

Which phones support eSIM functionality and which region supports this technology?

All the latest Apple devices including iPhone 12 series, iPhone X series. However, Pixel devices also use eSIM technology but which was restricted to the US only. Other than the US this functionality is available in Austria, Canada, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, India, Spain, the UK and more.

What are the similarities between both the SIMs?

Both are entirely different technology and both share very few similarities. Both can easily connect to your device to the telecom providers. Both can identify phones as well as subscribed plans and can be used simultaneously and lastly, SIM and eSIM are technically SIM card. But the regular SIM can be physically removed or inserted into your phone while eSIM comes embedded into a dual-SIM phone.

Pros and Cons of SIM:

Starting with pros, a regular SIM provides better services in local areas as it provides a better prepaid SIM plan at a local market or while you are abroad at a convenience store. SIM is removable and is also upgradable if it gets outdated or if you are looking to upgrade your plan.

While the drawbacks/cons here are that it can be easily hacked and this gives hackers your account details including Banks, social media, emails and more. Sim relies on apps and it receives signals from cell phone towers. So, if you are traveling to a remote area then there will be fewer cell phone towers that don’t offer better coverage. It also wears out easily from corrosion or rubbing.

Pros and Cons of eSIM

The best part about the eSIM is that it can’t be hacked easily. It is easy to locate and the service provider can control it over the air so your lost or stolen phone can be easily traced. These cards can’t be damaged or lost as they come embedded inside the phone from the manufacturers. It is smaller in size and can also fit into wearable devices such as smartwatches. Can be used anywhere in the world.

eSIM tech is not available for the older devices as it’s new technology and it only comes on expensive devices. Difficult to transfer data as it cannot be removed from the phone so you have to download from your cloud storage. This does not work with multiple devices as you cannot pop it out from the phone.

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Vivo X50 review: The outstanding mid-ranger

The Vivo X50 was launched recently in India at a starting price of Rs 34,990. The smartphone comes with a number of cool features like a quad-camera setup, a 48MP primary sensor and a massive 6.5-inch display that has support for HDR10+. The handset sounded great on paper and we couldn’t wait to get our hands on it. We spent more than a week with the device and here’s our Vivo X50 review:

Vivo X50 design and display

In terms of the design, Vivo X50 surely impresses. The smartphone is very good to look at and comes with a sturdy built and a premium form factor. The back panel of the Vivo X50 is frosted and it houses the camera panel, the LED flash and sports Vivo‘s branding. We really liked the fact that the matte finish of the back panel us such that it doesn’t catch fingerprints too easily. The device is available in two colour options: Frost Blue and Glaze Black. We got the former one for the review and we think it looked splendid.

Vivo X50 review

The handset has a metallic frame on its edges and while the right one has the volume rocker keys and the power button sandwiched on it, the secondary microphone is on the top and the SIM tray, primary microphone, Type-C port and speaker grille are on the bottom.

Flip the device over and you will be greeted by its 6.56-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display that has a refresh rate of 90Hz and comes with HDR10+ certification. The screen is outlined by very thin bezels on all four sides, and this adds to the premium looks of the device. The display also has a hole-punch cut-out selfie camera on the top left and a fingerprint scanner is embedded towards the bottom.

Vivo X50 review image

The display is undoubtedly one of the best aspects of the smartphone. The colours projected are bright and vibrant and they remained consistent at different viewing angles. The images were sharp and clear at all times and it was a delight to play games and watch content from YouTube on it. The sunlight readability of the smartphone’s display was decent too.

To put it in a nutshell, the design as well as the display of Vivo X50 are definitely among its pros and were both very impressive. The phone is beautiful to look at and the display is a treat to the eye.

Vivo X50 performance and camera

Moving on, let’s talk about the performance of Vivo X50. But before we do that, let’s take a minute to take a look at the rest of its specifications. Vivo X50 is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 SoC clubbed with 8GB of RAM. The smartphone is available in two storage options – 128GB and 256GB. The device runs Android 10 skinned with Funtouch OS 10.5 and it houses a 4,200mAh battery. The charger in the box comes with support for the company’s 33W FlashCharge technology. For imaging duties, there is a 48MP primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, a 13MP portrait lens and a 5MP macro lens.

Vivo X50 2

The customised-Android skin of the smartphone comes with a number of customizations. First and foremost, there is bloatware on the device. You’ll find some apps like Angry Birds, PhonePe and Facebook, and a number of others that are Vivo’s own. We should mention that Vivo’s own app cannot be uninstalled from the smartphone.

There are a number of app shortcuts and the device comes with a Digital Wellbeing feature as well. You also have the option of customizing the lighting effects for call or other notifications in the Settings section.

Vivo X50 3

Moving further, the performance of Vivo X50 is really good. The biometric locks of the device work very smoothly and any function that you may wish to perform happens instantly thanks to the processor and the display with such a good refresh rate. There were times when we multitasked a lot on the handset, but did not face a problem even once.

Gaming on the smartphone is another aspect that got us all happy and excited inside. We played a lot of Asphalt 9: Legends and Call of Duty and the device handled them both very well. There is a Game Space app on the device that can be used to keep all the games in one place. Using this can also help you block incoming calls when you are playing a game and it locks the brightness of the display. You can also use it to record your screen while gaming. Even after prolonged gaming sessions, Vivo X50 did not heat up, and we think that’s definitely a pro.

The 4,200mAh battery of the smartphone easily lasts more than a day even with heavy usage that involves gaming, long phone calls, a lot of video recording, watching content on YouTube and using social media apps. With moderate usage, the device will easily last two days. Using the bundled charger, the battery of the smartphone can be charged completely within an hour.

Vivo X50 image sample
Clicked by primary camera

Now, let’s speak about the cameras of Vivo X50. As we mentioned earlier, the device comes with a set of four camera sensors. The 48MP primary Sony IMX598 sensor comes with optical image stabilisation. The quality of the images taken from this lens is very amazing. The pictures capture a great number of details and the colours are vibrant and bright. You even have the option of turning on the AI scene recognition, particularly if you like images with slightly saturated colours. During the day, all the images taken were great, but in the ones taken in lowly lit areas or at night, we did observe some level of noise. However, if you enable the Night Mode, the problem gets fixed instantly.

Vivo X50 image sample 2
Clicked by portrait lens

The 8MP ultra-wide camera also does a good job in daylight. The details captured and the colours are both good, however, that’s only the case during the day. At night, the details deteriorate and the images get grainy. Plus, the Night Mode doesn’t help too much in the case of the ultra-wide camera.

Vivo X50 image sample 3
Clicked with ultra-wide sensor

Coming to the 13MP portrait lens, you can get an extremely zoomed-in view of the subject you wish to click. What’s better, users have the option of making edits before taking the shot. Most of the pictures that we clicked using this camera lens turned out to be great. We even clicked some images using the 5MP Macro lens of the smartphone and that too did a great job as we could capture even the very tiny details of the object being captured.

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Clicked with macro lens

Even the 32MP selfie camera of the device works very well and we managed to get some very good selfies using it. However, the problem of the pictures not being good in lowly-lit conditions persisted. Plus, the Night Mode didn’t manage to do its wonders with this camera lens too.

Verdict

There is no reason for us to discourage you from buying the Vivo X50 as the device proved itself to be good in most categories. It has a beautiful design, a vibrant display, a lasting battery and decent cameras (we call them decent only because of the performance at night). But we should mention that in this price range, you can also buy offerings from OnePlus that pack a better processor. However, that should only affect you if you are a lot into gaming because Vivo X50 handles all major tasks very well.

Pros

  • Vibrant display
  • Beautiful design
  • Lasting battery

Cons

  • Dated processor
  • Inconsistent camera performance

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Instagram and Facebook Messenger are getting new features including Vanish mode

Facebook has begun rolling out new messaging features for its Messenger as well as Instagram. The three new features include watch together, vanish mode, and chat themes that will be added to both platforms. Recently, vanish mode was announced by the social media platform but at that time Facebook did not reveal the release date for this feature. But as per the company’s latest blog post, all the new features will be collectively rolled out gradually as a part of the new messaging experience on Instagram.

Watch Together

The first feature, which is Watch Together is now available on Instagram. This feature will allow users to tune into IGTV, Reels, TV shows, movies and trending videos in real-time along with their friends over video chat. In addition to these two new shows  “Post Malone’s Celebrity World Pong League” and “Here for It With Avani Gregg,” exclusively available to Messenger and Instagram through Watch Together. And to watch these shows with your friends all you need to do is start a video chat on Instagram or Messenger or create a Messenger Room. In an Instagram video chat, tap the media button in the bottom right and select the ‘TV & Movies’ tab. In a Messenger video chat, swipe up to access the menu, select Watch Together then select the ‘TV & Movies’ tab. From there you can select various videos and other content, including Avani and Post’s shows.

Chat Themes

Chat Themes is the next new feature that will be accessible when you update to the new messaging experience. You can personalise your conversations with various themes such as tie-dye and love. Both Messenger and Instagram will be getting a special chat theme with TinyTAN, a group of lovable characters created from the seven members of BTS.  So, the BTS Chat theme will activate the TinyTAN chat theme in your chat settings by tapping Theme and selecting TinyTAN.

Vanish Mode

Lastly, the Vanish Mode which is an opt-in feature that makes seen messages disappear after you leave a chat thread will also be available soon on both platforms. For privacy and security, this feature will only work for the people you’re connected to in a chat. If someone takes a screenshot of your chat while you’re using vanish mode, you’ll be notified. You can send memes, GIFs or reactions without it staying in your chat history. To enable this feature just swipe up in an existing chat thread – and you’re in vanish mode. Swipe up again and you’re back to your regular chat. 

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Gionee M12 with quad rear camera set up launched: Pricing and specs details

The Chinese smartphone company Gionee has introduced its latest smartphone in the market. The company has launched Gionee M12 which is now available in Nigeria. The device comes with a 48-megapixel quad rear camera set up, a 5,100mAh battery and a hole punch display to play house to the front camera. The device will be available in two variants – one with a MediaTek Helio A25 processor and the other with a MediaTek Helio P22 SoC.

Gionee M12 price and availability details

As we said, Gionee M12 will be offered in two processor options. The Helio P25 SoC will be offered with a 6GB of RAM with a 128GB storage bracket priced at NGN 78,900 that translates to Rs 15,400. The Helio P22 SoC model will be available in two different configurations too.  The 4GB RAM with 64GB storage will be available with a price tag of NGN 75,000 that translates to Rs 14,600 and the 6GB of RAM with 128GB storage models comes at NGN 85,000 that translates to Rs 16,600. The mobile phone will be available in two colour options Dazzling Black and Magic Green. There is no confirmation from the company whether it will launch the smartphone in India or other markets.

Gionee M12 specifications and features

Gionee M12 comes with a 6.55-inch HD+ display with 720×1,600 pixels of resolution along with a 20:9 aspect ratio and 91 percent screen-to-body ratio. The smartphone runs Android 10. Under the hood, there are a MediaTek Heli A25 and MediaTek Helio P22 SoC option paired with 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage option. The internal memory can be further expanded up to 256GB using a microSD card. Furthermore, there is a face unlock and a rear fingerprint sensor onboard for biometrics. The device houses a 5,100mAh battery.

In terms of optics, Gionee M12 features a quad rear camera set up that includes a 48-megapixel primary GM1 sensor with an f/1.79 aperture. Further assisted by a secondary 5-megapixel wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture and dual 2-megapixel sensors. For taking selfies and video calls the mobile phone sports a 16-megapixel front-facing camera.

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November 20 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. November 20 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.

November 20 Flipkart Daily Trivia Quiz Answers 

Question 1: The Emblem Of Which State Consists Of The Kakatiya Kala Thoranam, A 12th Century Arch?

Answer: Telangana

Question 2:

Starting At Chittagong, The Grand Trunk Road Ends In Which Of These Cities?

Answer : Kabul

Question 3:

If The State Of California Is In The US, Where Is The State Of Baja California?

Answer: Mexico

Question 4:

Which Of These Animals Is Found In Both, The Arctic And The Antarctic Regions?

Answer: Seal

Question 5:

What Is Added To A Caffe Latte To Create ‘Mocha’?

Answer: Chocolate

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November 20 Amazon Quiz Answers: Answer these five questions and you could win mCaffeine Skin Care Kit 

The e-commerce website Amazon is back with another daily quiz on its platform. The e-retailer conducts Amazon quiz sessions every day for its customers. The customers from different parts of the country can win exciting prizes and today’s quiz will let you win mCaffeine Skin Care Kit by answering all the questions correctly.

November 20 Amazon Quiz is live now and the participants can stand a chance to win mCaffeine Skin Care Kit. By participating in the daily quiz the customers can win products such as OnePlus 7T, Apple iPhone x, iPhone Xs, Go Pro Hero 8, Galaxy Watch Active, and many more gadgets as well as Pay Balance. You can play the quiz from 8 AM to 12 PM every day and the winner’s names will be announced at the end of every month. Check out November 20 Amazon Quiz answers.

October 25 Amazon Quiz Answers

Question 1: What asteroid named for the Greek goddess of the soul do astronomers believe may contain over $10,000 quadrillion worth of metals?

The answer is- 16 Psyche

Question 2: The Sardar Patel Zoological Park is one of the latest tourist attractions in which state?’

The answer is- Gujarat

Question 3: In ESG funds, if E stands for Environment, S stands for Social, what does G stand for?

The answer is- Governance

Question 4: A franchise from Mumbai city recently won its ______ Indian Premier League title. Fill in the blanks

The answer is- 5th

Question 5: This fort is located in which Indian city, also known for landmarks such as the Jai Vilas Palace?

The answer is- Gwalior

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