OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro with Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor launched: Specifications and pricing details

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OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro with Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor launched: Specifications and pricing details

The all new OnePlus 8 series is out in the open. The Chinese premium smartphone company on Tuesday launched its two smartphones in the market  OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro via an online launch event amid coronavirus pandemic. Alongside the company also introduces its new OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z earpods.Both the smartphones offers 5G connectivity and to do this the company has provided a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor. The smartphone runs on Android 10, comes equipped with a 48 megapixel image sensor and a 16 megapixel front camera. Both the devices will soon be available in the global market including India but at the moment it will be on sale in US, UK and other european markets. So before the device arrives in indian market, take a look at what the company has to offer. 

OnePlus 8 series pricing and availability

Both the latest flagship devices by OnePlus will be offered in two configurations 8GB of RAM with 128GB storage and 12GB of RAM with 256GB onboard storage. The price of the regular model that is the OnePlus 8 has been set at  $699 (approx Rs. 53,200) for the 8GB RAM model whereas the 12GB RAM model will be available at $799 (approx Rs. 60,800). It will be offered in two colour options Glacial Green and Interstellar Glow. 

The OnePlus 8 Pro is the top model of the series and has been priced at $899 (approx Rs. 68,400) for the 8GB RAM and $999 (approx Rs. 76,000) for the 12GB RAM variant. The device will be available in three colour variants Glacial Green, Onyx Black, and Ultramarine Blue. Both the handsets will be on sale in the UK from April 21 and in the US starting April 28. Additionally the company also launched its new OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z headphone which has been priced at  $49.95 (approx Rs. 3,800).

Just after the announcement the e-commerce platform Amazon has listed both the smartphones on its website and the notify me button is also live now. However the company did not announce any pricing and availability details of the products for India. But It is expected to be announced by later this or as soon as the lockdown lifts up which has now been extended until May 3. 

OnePlus 8 specification

The OnePlus 8 features a 6.55-inch full-HD+ Fluid AMOLED display with 1080×2400 pixels of resolution and  up to 90Hz refresh rate. It comes with a 20:9 aspect ratio, a 3D Corning Gorilla Glass protection and an in-display fingerprint sensor. . It runs on  OxygenOS on top of Android 10 and is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 paired with up to 12GB of RAM with 256GB of expandable storage. The device is  IP68 rated for dust and water resistance. It houses a 4,300mAh battery that is supported by Warp Charge 30T.

OnePlus 8

In terms of photos and videos, the OnePlus 8 consists of a triple rear camera set up with a 48-megapixel Sony IMX586 primary sensor with f/1.75 aperture. The set also includes a secondary  2-megapixel macro sensor with f/2.4 aperture along with a tertiary 12 megapixel camera sensor with f/2.2 aperture. The camera system also supports 4K video recording at 30/ 60fps. While on the front there is a 6-megapixel Sony IMX471 sensor with f/2.45 aperture.

OnePlus 8 Pro specifications

The OnePlus 8 Pro comes with a bigger 6.78-inch QHD+ Fluid AMOLED display along with up to 120Hz refresh rate. It will be offering 1440×3168 pixels of resolution, 19.8:9 aspect ratio and is protected with a layer of 3D Corning Gorilla Glass. The display has been awarded A+ rating by DisplayMate. The smartphone runs on  OxygenOS based on top of Android 10. Under the hood there is Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. 

OnePlus 8 Pro

On the part of camera capability the handset features a quad rear camera set up that 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. It sports a  16-megapixel Sony IMX471 sensor with f/2.45 aperture on the front for taking selfies.

In terms of connectivity there is 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth v5.1, GPS/ A-GPS, NFC, and a USB Type-C port. The sensors on board include accelerometer, ambient light, gyroscope, flicker detect sensor, front RGB sensor, laser sensor, magnetometer, a proximity sensor and an in display fingerprint sensor for biometrics. There is a larger 4,510mAh battery on the OnePlus 8 pro which is supported by Warp Charge 30T and Warp Charge 30 Wireless.

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LG Folder 2 smartphone launched with ‘SOS Key’, ‘AI Voice Service’ features

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LG Folder 2 smartphone launched with ‘SOS Key’, ‘AI Voice Service’ features

LG Electronics has launched the 4G folder phone ‘LG Folder 2’ for customers who prefer simple functions than complicated high-end smartphones with a price tag of KWR198,000 (which translates to Rs 12,168.41).

LG Folder 2 comes fitted with ‘SOS Key’, ‘AI Voice Service’ features that are useful for the elderly, youth, and customers who prefer simple functions. The SOS key mounted on the back of the product will call the pre-registered number by pressing three times quickly within 1.5 seconds. At the same time, the location information is also transmitted by text. This is a necessary feature to quickly seek help if you are in danger of being physically separated from your guardians.

According to LG, “If you press the hotkey button on the top of the call button, AI voice service or recording function is executed depending on the carrier.”

Moreover, the AI ​​voice service of LG folder 2 handset recognizes and answers the voice when the user presses the hotkey button and asks questions related to weather, date, time, simple arithmetic, etc.

Besides this, LG Folder 2 smartphone is equipped with a data security lock function that prevents unintentional data charge as it can lead to erroneous operation. In addition, it is equipped with an external notification window, so you can easily check incoming notifications such as text messages and calls even when the folder is closed.

As far as other specifications are concerned, LG Folder 2, which weighs 127grams as against the previous LG folder that weighed 130grams, comes in two new product colours: New Platinum Grey and White. Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 processor, LG Folder 2 comes with 8GB in-built storage capacity along with a 1,470mAh battery.

On the connectivity front, LG Folder 2 smartphone showcases Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and 4G connectivity. It comprises of 2MP primary camera.

Mind you! LG Folder 2 smartphone will go on sale on April 17th in South Korea. However, there is no official announcement about the global launch of this device yet.

Meanwhile, LG reported tentative consolidated revenues of KRW14.7 trillion in the first quarter of 2020 with an operating profit of KRW1.1 trillion. Sales are expected to be 1.2 percent lower than the same quarter last year with operating income increasing 21.1 percent year-on-year. These figures are the tentative consolidated earnings based on K-IFRS provided as a service to investors prior to LG Electronics’ final earnings results including net profit.

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April 15 Amazon Quiz: Answer five easy question and win Samsung Galaxy Note 10

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April 15 Amazon Quiz: Answer five easy question and win Samsung Galaxy Note 10

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 chance to win Samsung Galaxy Note 10.

Everyday 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, GoPro Hero 8 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 the 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 Samsung Galaxy Note 10.

April 15 Amazon Quiz Answers

Question 1: ‘Shared Cultures, Shared Heritage, Shared Responsibility’ is the 2020 theme for which day started by UNESCO and observed on April 18?

The Answer is- International Day for Monuments and Sites

Question 2: Which of these actors who acted as a rapper in his debut movie, would star in a spiritual sequel to the 2005 hit Bunty aur Babli?

The Answer is- Siddhant Chaturvedi

Question 3: Which Indian scientist born on April 14th, was the recipient of the prestigious Dr APJ Abdul Kalam award in 2019?

The Answer is- Kailasavadivoo Sivan

Question 4: On 13th April, India pays homage to the victims of which infamous massacre in 1919?

The Answer is- Jalianwalabagh Massacre

Question 5: The non profit body AIF has launched an initiative to protect the underprivileged communities against the COVID- 19 crisis. Expand AIF.

The Answer is- American India Foundation

Follow the steps to know how to participate in the Amazon Quiz:

  • Download the Amazon app from Google Play Store.
  • Fill in the required information through the Sign Up option.
  • Now log in to the Amazon app and scroll down on the home screen to find the Amazon Quiz banner. 
  • Tap on the Amazon Quiz banner and then tap on the Start button to begin the Quiz.
  • Now you will get 5 questions and you need to answer them correctly. One wrong answer will eliminate you from the Quiz.
  • After answering all the questions correctly you are now eligible for a Lucky Draw.
  • The winner’s name will be announced on the 30th of every month.

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Facebook rolled out Quite mode to mute most of the push notification for Android and iOS users

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Facebook rolled out Quite mode to mute most of the push notification for Android and iOS users

The Social media app Facebook has come up with a new feature on its platform called  ‘Quiet Mode’. Last week the company released this feature for the iOS users. It allows them to mute most of the push notifications where people are constantly getting buzzed, which is quite annoying at times. 

We have to accept the fact that Facebook has become a habit now and is quite addictive. So, to cut down that habit and to manage the screen time, the platform has introduced the Quiet Mode feature. This mode will allow you to take a break from the app for a small duration of time. You can schedule a time duration so that you can switch off the notifications when you don’t want to receive them. 

When the mode is turned on you won’t receive a single notification and ultimately you won’t be able to open the app to check notifications. Mistakenly if you open the app when the Quiet mode is turned on, it will reflect a reminder on your screen telling you that the mode is turned on. Also, it will show remaining time left when the mode is turned off, but you can manually bypass the system for a duration of 15 minutes.

In addition to this, the users will be able to keep a watch on their usage for a period of two weeks. Also, Facebook has added shortcuts to Notification settings and news feed preference.

Facebook in its blog post said, “As we all adjust to new routines and staying home, setting boundaries for how you spend your time online can be helpful. Whether it’s to help you focus on your family and friends, sleep without distraction or manage how you spend your time at home, we have tools that can help you find the right balance for how you use Facebook. We added Quiet Mode, which mutes most push notifications, and if you try to open Facebook while in Quiet Mode, you’ll be reminded that you set this time aside to limit your time in the app. We also added shortcuts to Notification Settings and News Feed Preferences, so you can make the most of your time on Facebook by controlling the type of posts you see in your News Feed as well as the updates you receive.”

Before rolling out this feature to Android users, the company released the feature for its iOS platform last week. Quite mode can be found under the Settings & Privacy section

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Lenovo Legion gaming smartphone is going to feature an ultra-fast 90-watt charging system: To launch soon

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Lenovo Legion gaming smartphone is going to feature an ultra-fast 90-watt charging system: To launch soon

The Chinese electronics giant, Lenovo, is preparing to bring its new gaming smartphone into the market. The company will soon unveil Lenovo Legion gaming smartphone. The company has now released a poster of the device on the Chinese social networking website Weibo to reveal an interesting feature of the smartphone. 

According to the poster shared by the company, Lenovo Legion is going to feature an ultra-fast 90-watt charging system. This is the biggest USP of the Lenovo gaming phone because most likely it is going to be the first smartphone with a powerful feature. With the powerful power supply, it could fully charge the Lenovo Legion to 100 percent in just 15 to 20 minutes. A few months back the company indicated via a poster that the gaming smartphone will be supporting more than 55W fast charging and will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor.

At the moment the just launched Oppo Reno Ace has support for 65W SuperVOOC fast charging technology which claims to charge the phone up to 17 percent in 5 minutes. So basically it can charge to complete in Just 30 minutes and it offers 2 hours of battery backup. Whereas other smartphone companies such as Xiaomi and Vivo are currently working on 100 and 120 watts charging tech which is possible to be offered at the end of the year.

As revealed by Lenovo Legion smartphones will come with a  “disruptive” cooling technology to keep the device cool which generally all the devices heats up during prolonged gaming sessions. Additionally, the smartphone will be featuring a 144 Hz display which is already being offered by Nubia Red Magic 5G. 

The Lenovo Legion is also reported to be housing a 5050 mAh battery along with triple cameras and dual USB-C ports. 

So far, Lenovo has not yet announced an official launch date for its gaming smartphone but it is going to take on other gaming devices such as Asus ROG, iQOO, Black Shark as well as Nubia.

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Crytek’s Crysis 3 sequel for gamers likely to be a reality soon

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Crytek’s Crysis 3 sequel for gamers likely to be a reality soon

Soon after Crysis’ official Twitter account posted a first tweet since a break of four years, speculations started that gamers could soon see a sequel to Crysis 3. The tweet mentioned just “Receiving data” without revealing much information.

Recently, even crysis.com has started flashing a new image of military protagonist hinting that Crysis could take a new avatar to launch its shooters again into the gaming world. A PC Gamer report revealed that the CryEngine Showcase video that was released by Crytek in March was all about a small clip of what seems to be remastered Crysis gameplay. While celebrating 10 years of their achievements, CryEngine shared a video that demonstrates how the engine has evolved over the years, celebrates landmark releases from indie and AAA developers, and features teams using the engine’s power to make some of the most interesting, engaging, and beautiful contemporary games. The list included Crysis 2 and Crysis 3.

Developed by German developer Crytek and published by Electronic Arts , Crysis is a first-person shooter video game series. The series revolves around a group of military protagonists with “nanosuits”, technologically advanced suits of armor that allow them to gain enhanced physical strength, speed, defense, and cloaking abilities. The protagonists face off against hostile North Korean soldiers, heavily armed mercenaries, and a race of technologically advanced aliens known as the Ceph, who arrived on Earth millions of years ago and have recently been awakened. The series consists of three main installments, a standalone spinoff of the first game with a separate multiplayer title, and a compilation.

Besides this, Crytek invited developers to experience the power of CryEngine on mobile first by registering for a beta program at cryengine.com/beta. The beta program will launch later this year. CryEngine is the cutting-edge 3D game development platform famed for its industry-leading renderer, real-time lighting, and optimized VR support, and Crytek has collaborated with Google to bring the engine to the Android ecosystem.

“The CryEngine team is dedicated to helping game makers achieve their vision by putting the most powerful tools in the industry at their fingertips. We’re proud that teams of all sizes, all around the world, choose our game development platform, and by participating in the beta program, developers will get to experience what CryEngine can achieve on mobile chipsets, as well as participate in the development of the new Android pipeline,” said Theodor Mader, Technical Director for CryEngine.

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Motorola Edge and Motorola Edge+ to launch on April 22, the company released a teaser video

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Motorola Edge and Motorola Edge+ to launch on April 22, the company released a teaser video

Last year we saw Motorola made a strong comeback in the flagship market with the launch of Motorola Razr. Again this year the company is all set to bring another flagship device to the market with the Motorola Edge series. The company will be hosting a launch event on April 22 where it is going to unveil its latest flagship device of 2020.

In the past few months, we came across a lot of rumours reports and leaks related to Motorola’s Edge Series. The Lenovo owned company is now all set to bring the series to the market very soon. As said, the company is finally going to launch the much-awaited Motorola Edge and Motorola Edge+ on April 22. The company has officially released a new teaser video via Twitter. The six seconds video gives us a small glimpse of the smartphone as it confirms the “waterfall” display on the device. Many of the rumours and leaks have mentioned that Motorola’s upcoming device will have a curved design along with 5G support. So this is going to be the company’s first 5G device. The teaser says,  “Join us for the Motorola Flagship Launch E-vent.” The E-event referred in the teaser also confirms an online launch event for the new series that is going to kick off at 11 AM CDT (9.30 PM IST). 

The device was scheduled to get launched at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, but somehow the trade show got cancelled due to coronavirus spread, which eventually delayed the launch of the  Motorola Edge-series smartphones.

Motorola Edge series specifications(expected)

According to the rumours, Motorola Edge+ is expected to be featuring a 6.67-inch full-HD+ display with 1,080×2,340 pixels along with a hole punch to house a selfie camera. It is said to come with the Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 processor with up to 12GB of RAM and is going to run on Android 10. It is supposed to pack a 5,170mAh battery and a triple rear camera set up that would include a 108-megapixel primary sensor supported by a 16-megapixel secondary lens and an 8-megapixel telephoto lens. The device is going to take on Samsung’s Galaxy S20 series and Xiaomi Mi 10 series.

Coming to Motorola Edge, which is also expected to launch on the same day. The handset is the toned-down variant of Edge+. The rumour mills suggest that the device will also feature a curved 6.67-inch full-HD+ display with 1,080×2,340 pixels of resolution. It is speculated to be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 or Snapdragon 765G processor with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage inside. It will run on Android 10, too. In terms of cameras, the set up will include a 64-megapixel primary camera sensor along with 16-megapixel ultrawide lens and an 8-megapixel telephoto lens.

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Razer lifts curtains off Pikachu Wireless Earbuds with Pokeball charging box

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Razer lifts curtains off Pikachu Wireless Earbuds with Pokeball charging box

Have you ever thought of having a Pokemon-themed earbud? Razer, a lifestyle brand for gamers, has now come out with Pikachu True Wireless Earbuds along with Pokeball charging box offer a 24-month warranty period.

This newly-launched Pikachu wireless audio gadget goes in line with the Hammerhead earbud as it also comes equipped with a 13mm driver each to provide a quality listening experience, pushing out crisp trebles and midrange with deep, satisfying bass. It also carries IPX4 water resistance feature as well as Bluetooth 5.0 radio. With its Bluetooth requiring less power, the earbuds can last up to 16 hours with its charging case and automatically connects to its last paired device for easy, fuss-free handling.

Priced at CNY 999 (which translates to approx. Rs 10,700), Pikachu Wireless Earbuds also feature 60ms input latency, which means its audio stays synced with your device and will never stutter, providing a competitive gaming advantage and a more immersive experience for videos and music.

Last year, Razer had collaborated with Pokemon to come up with a collection of Razer gaming gears that are themed most popular Pokemon, Pikachu. As far as the price is concerned, the keyboard will cost CNY 599, while the mouse and mousepad combo will cost CNY 399. For those who place pre-orders, they will receive CNY 100 off their purchase.That means the keyboard would cost CNY 499 and mouse combo would only cost CNY 299.

Recently, Razer has collaborated with Zouk Group to pioneer the first cloud clubbing experience in Southeast Asia. Together with live streaming platform Bigo Live, this series will feature exclusive closed-door sets played at Singapore’s iconic nightclub Zouk to revolutionize the party scene in the region.

Zouk will be curating a series of closed-door sets that will stream exclusively to viewers on Razer’s Bigo Live channel. During the set, viewers will be able to interact with the DJs via the live stream chat, as well as utilize Bigo Live’s functions such as sending virtual gifts with Razer Gold or Razer Silver. A portion of any proceeds accumulated will be donated to the Singapore government to support the fight against COVID-19.

“Youth and millennials, especially those who play games, tend to make the best out of the worst situations. With COVID-19 calling for social distancing, Razer and our partners will unlock the potential of cloud clubbing in Southeast Asia and drive thousands of party-goers to the livestream,” said Min-Liang Tan, CEO and Co-Founder of Razer.

Through cloud clubbing, Razer and its partners aim to keep spirits high by reminding the public that social interactions are a key support system to get through these difficult times. To participate in the stream, please download the Bigo Live app and follow Razer.

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OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro to launch today: How to watch the live stream

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OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro to launch today: How to watch the live stream

OnePlus is all set to launch its upcoming smartphone OnePlus 8 series. As all the companies are delaying their launches amid coronavirus there is nothing to stop OnePlus from bringing its most awaited smartphone to the market. This time the Chinese company will be hosting an online launch event (today) to unveil OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro along with its new Bluetooth earpods. The new smartphone is the successor of the OnePlus 7T series that was launched last year. Read on to know how to watch the Livestream.

OnePlus 8 series: How to watch the live streaming

Due to the current situation in the whole world, OnePlus has now planned to launch its all-new OnePlus 8 series via an online launch that will kick off at 8.30 PM IST today. If you are interested then you can watch the event live via Livestream on the OnePlus official website and YouTube. We have also embedded the link below for your convenience:

Recently, the pricing of OnePlus’s latest range of flagships was also leaked on the web. According to the leak, the OnePlus 8 will be available in two variants, 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model is expected to come at Euro 719 (translates to Rs 60,000). Whereas the 12GB RAM with 256GB storage variant will be available at Euro 819 that translates to Rs 68,000. 

While on the other hand, the OnePlus 8 Pro 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model is expected to be priced at Euro 919 that translates to Rs 75,000, whereas the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage version is said to come at Euro 1,009 that translates to Rs 83,000. However, until now there is no word from the company with regard to the pricing.

OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro expected specification

The OnePlus CEO, Pete Lau, recently confirmed that both OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro will be powered by Snapdragon 865 chipset. The company has also confirmed that both the latest flagship devices will be offering 30W wireless charging support for faster charging. 

OnePlus 8 is expected to feature a 6.55-inch FullHD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate. The Pro variant will be featuring a bigger 6.78-inch QHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate whereas its predecessor OnePlus 7 Pro came with a 90Hz refresh rate. Other rumours add that there is going to be a hole-punch display to house a selfie camera. It is also expected that the new series will have IP68 dust and water resistance rating for the first time.

In terms of camera, a previous report suggests that there will be a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 64-megapixel primary sensor, a 20-megapixel secondary lens, and a 12-megapixel tertiary camera on the regular model. On the Pro model, there will be an additional fourth sensor, which is expected to be laser autofocus. 

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Oppo Ace 2 with 65W SuperVOOC 2.0 Flash Charge and 40W Air VOOC wireless fast charging launched: Specifications and price details

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Oppo Ace 2 with 65W SuperVOOC 2.0 Flash Charge and 40W Air VOOC wireless fast charging launched: Specifications and price details

The Chinese smartphone company Oppo has been teasing Oppo Ace 2 for quite a long time. The device has also been part of the rumour mills and leaks. Now the company has finally put the wraps off the smartphone on Monday. The handset has been launched in its home market China and is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 SoC to offer 5G connectivity. It is the successor of Oppo Reno Ace which was brought to the market last year by the company but this time the company has detached the Reno branding from the smartphone. The key highlights of the newly launched smartphone includes a full HD display with a 90Hz refresh rate, there is a 65W SuperVOOC 2.0 Flash Charge and 40W Air VOOC wireless fast charging support along with all the 5G features. 

Oppo Ace 2 specifications and features

Oppo Ace 2 features a  6.5-inch full-HD+ AMOLED display with 1080×2400 pixels,  402ppi pixel density, and 90Hz refresh rate. The display has been protected with the layer of Gorilla Glass 5 also there is an in-display fingerprint sensor to unlock the phone. It runs on ColorOS 7.1 skinned on top of  Android 10 out of the box. Under the hood, there is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 processor coupled with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage.

In terms of camera capabilities, Oppo Ace 2 comes with a circular shaped quad camera set up that includes a 48-megapixel primary camera sensor with f/1.7 aperture. The camera system is further assisted by a secondary 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture, a tertiary 2-megapixel portrait lens and a 2-megapixel monochrome lens with f/2.4 aperture. For taking selfies there is a 16-megapixel front camera with f/2.4 aperture.

For connectivity, there is  Wi-Fi 802.11 ax, 5G SA/NSA, Bluetooth v5.1, and USB Type-C port among others. It comes supported with stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos. Oppo Ace 2 packs a  4,000mAh battery supported by 65W SuperVOOC 2.0 Flash Charge and 40W Air VOOC wireless fast charging.

Oppo Ace 2 pricing

Oppo Ace 2 has been launched in three different configurations. The 8GB of RAM with 128GB of storage model has been priced at CNY 3,999 that translates to Rs 43,200 whereas the 8GB RAM with 256GB of storage variant will be available at  CNY 4,399 that translates to Rs 47,500. The top model of the device that is 12GB of RAM with a 256GB storage model will be available with a price tag of CNY 4,599 that translates to Rs 49,700. Oppo Ace 2 will be available in three colour options Aurora Silver, Moon Rock Grey, and Fantasy Purple and will go on sale from April 20 in China. 

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April 14 Amazon Quiz: Play to win Amazon Alexa Echo Show

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April 14 Amazon Quiz: Play to win Amazon Alexa Echo Show

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 Amazon Alexa Echo Show. 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 and today’s winner’s name will be declared on April 30. 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.

April 14 Amazon Quiz Answers:

Question 1: ‘Operation Namaste’ is the initiative of which Indian armed force to combat the spread of COVID-19 in the country?

The Answer is- Indian Army

Question 2: Vidya Balan is playing the title role in an upcoming biopic based on which mathematician?

The Answer is- Shakuntala Devi

 Question 3: Who among the following has developed a low-cost portable ventilator called ‘Prana-Vayu’?

The Answer is- IIT Roorkee

 Question 4: Tony Lewis, who recently passed away, was the co-inventor of what used for settling weather-affected cricket matches?

The Answer is- Duckworth-Lewis Method

Question 5: Which of these tennis tournaments has been cancelled for the first time since World War II?

The Answer is- Wimbledon

How to play Amazon Quiz?

  • Sign in to the Amazon App. If you are not signed in, you will be directed to a sign-in page.
  • Scroll down on the home screen to find the Amazon Quiz banner. 
  • Tap on the Amazon Quiz banner and then tap on the Start button to begin the Quiz.
  • There will be a total of 5 questions. Answer all 5 questions correctly to enter the lucky draw.
  • Getting any question incorrect makes you ineligible for today’s lucky draw. You can try again tomorrow for a new prize.
  • The winner’s name will be announced on the 30th of every month.

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COVID-19 lockdown: Google Pay introduces ‘Nearby Spot’ to help users locate essential stores

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COVID-19 lockdown: Google Pay introduces ‘Nearby Spot’ to help users locate essential stores

As people across India are currently under a lockdown and practising social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, digital payments have gain a centre stage. Now even Google has introduced the ‘Nearby Spot’ on Google Pay to help users see local stores providing essentials like groceries, which are currently open.

Google Pay believes this information will help users to contact the appropriate business, pay digitally and aid social distancing efforts. The ‘Nearby Spot’ has been rolled out in Bengaluru and will be launching in Hyderabad, Chennai, Mumbai, Pune, and Delhi soon.

Besides this ‘Nearby Spot’, the tech giant has also rolled out the COVID-19 Spot feature on Google Pay that provides all pertinent information on the topic, sourced directly from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW).

“The Spot also helps users donate to PM-CARES or to NGOs such as SEEDS, Give India, United Way and Charities Aid Foundation, which are working towards procurement of protective equipment for medical workers and relief for lockdown-impacted daily wagers. Donations to PM-CARES on Google Pay have thus far collected over ₹105 crores and continue to grow,” an official Google India blogpost revealed.

Moreover, Google is working to support those whose livelihoods and access to basic sustenance are at risk dur to COVID-19 — especially the millions of migrant workers returning to their hometowns, or stranded in the cities without a source of income or food.

For this, Google has started indicating the locations of hundreds of food and night shelters set up by the government across the country, accessible through Google Maps, Search, and Google Assistant. Up until now, this includes more than 33 cities with over 1,500 food and night shelters identified. An official blogpost has clarified that users can put forth query in both English and Hindi as of now, and efforts are on to bring this to other Indian languages over the coming weeks.

Besides this, the information on COVID-19 can also be accessed via Google Assistant on KaiOS in both Hindi and English. All one need to do is simply take the name of location and ask ‘ में भोजन केंद्र’ and ‘ में रैन बसेरा’, or ‘Food shelters in ’ and ‘Night shelters in ’.

In addition, Vodafone-Idea subscribers can also use the Phone Line offering that enables 2G feature phone users to get details of nearby food and night shelters by dialing the toll-free number 000 800 9191 000, and using the queries above.

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the health and lives of many across India as it necessary to introduce fundamental changes to our routine life in this unprecedented situation.

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The OnePlus 8 series case images leaked ahead of launch, the retail box of OnePlus 8 Pro also spotted

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The OnePlus 8 series case images leaked ahead of launch, the retail box of OnePlus 8 Pro also spotted

The Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus is finally going to unveil its new series OnePlus 8 on April 14 which is tomorrow. The series is going to include  OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro. The smartphones will get unveiled through an online launch event. Ahead of the launch lots of rumours and leaks have been floating on the web that is developing more and more curiosity among the fans about what the company is going to bring on the table. And to maintain that the company has also revealed few important details about its upcoming series.

Just ahead of the official launch event, alleged official cases for the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro have now been leaked on the web in different finishes such as the Sandstone black variant. The renders have also revealed the design details of the smartphone. Alongside an image of the retail box has also been spotted online.

Starting with the leaked alleged official cases for the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro which has been shared by tipster Ishan Agarwal via a Twitter post. The shared images show that the forthcoming OnePlus 8 series is going to include the company’s traditional Sandstone black case along with three different colours  Black, Cyan, and Smoky Purple. In his post, he also mentioned other bumper cases such as transparent one, a nylon and Karbon bumper case. The alleged images have also revealed the design of the back panel which shows the vertically placed triple rear camera setup along with a flashlight that sits just below the cameras. Whereas the Pro variant of the line up also has a similar-looking camera set up but it includes an additional fourth sensor that is placed just beside the camera module on the left along with a flashlight. The fourth sensor is expected to be laser autofocus. 

All the logos have a similar new OnePlus logo which the company has just unveiled last month. 

Besides this, a Chinese tipster has also shared an image of the  About phone page of the OnePlus 8 Pro on the Chinese website Weibo. According to the alleged OnePlus 8 Pro image, the device will be powered by a Snapdragon 865 processor paired with 12GB RAM and 256GB of storage and will run on Android 10 out of the box. Moreover, it is going to feature a 6.78-inch 120Hz Fluid AMOLED display. 

OnePlus 8 Pro retail box
Image Courtesy: ITHomes

A Chinese publisher ITHomes has spotted the retail Box having the OnePlus 8 Pro branding on the side. Just like its predecessor, it is a tall red box with 8 written on the top front. 

Over that pricing has also been leaked on the web of both OnePlus 8 devices. As per the leak, OnePlus 8 price will start at Euro 719 for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model that translates to Rs 60,000. Whereas the 12GB RAM with 256GB storage variant is stated to come with a price tag of Euro 819 that translates to Rs 68,000.

The OnePlus 8 Pro model will be a pricier one and is likely to be priced at Euro 919 that translates to Rs 75,000 for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. Whereas the  12GB RAM and 256GB storage is tipped to come with a price tag of Euro 1,009 that translates to Rs 83,000.

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PUBG Mobile to roll out “Cold Front Survival” mode on April 16

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PUBG Mobile to roll out “Cold Front Survival” mode on April 16

The popular mobile game PUBG has announced that soon it will release the “Cold Front Survival” mode for its mobile platform. The new mode for PUBG Mobile will be rolled out on April 16. The company took to Twitter to announce the new mode.

PUBG Mobile “Cold Front Survival” mode is all set to launch on April 16. The company has shared a teaser for the upcoming mode for the game that was earlier spotted on a beta version of Game For Peace which is the Chinese version of PUBG Mobile. Until now the company has not shared any specific detail other than the launch date, The company in its tweet said, “Any guesses on what this new item is? #ColdFrontSurvival #pubgm #ComingSoon”

In another tweet, the company said, “Out there in the cold, stories of battles won in extreme conditions, will be written… #ComingSoon #pubgm”. This tweet clearly indicates that the new mode will be more of a survival mode. As per a report, the new mode is expected to be set in Vikendi and the players will have to survive in an extremely cold environment while searching for wood to set a bonfire, hunt for animals to survive in the chilly situations. Additionally, a timer will also be added to the mode that will alert the players of the approaching chilly winds to find shelter as well as assemble things for their survival.

In one of the shared poster images, a drone is seen which could also be expected to be a part of the new gaming mode which Call of Duty: Mobile game already has. The addition of drones to the mode could be used as a to keep a watch or as a following tool which might be useful for searching enemies, weapons as well as equipment in the map. 

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Netflix announced new parental controls for families: Learn how to set up new parental control 

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Netflix announced new parental controls for families: Learn how to set up new parental control 

Most of the countries have imposed lockdown in their regions to control the spread of coronavirus. Many people are stuck at home during this time due to health concerns so are the kids. Instead of playing in the playground, they have to spend most of their time either watching TV, playing games or watching videos on Netflix. If you too have kids then the new parental control will allow you to keep a watch on your kids what they are watching, block a show or you can also set your profile so that they can only watch kids related content on the platform.

The popular video streaming platform Netflix has rolled out a bundle of new parental control based on the user’s feedback. According to the company it has added improved controls on its service to help parents, guardians and elders make the right viewing decisions for their families. Earlier it only had a “Kids” that was meant to limit content specifically to kids-friendly only. 

new parental control

Following new controls will now be available for the parent to:

  • PIN protect individual profiles to prevent kids from using them;
  • Tailor their kids’ Netflix experience by filtering out titles that are not appropriate for their age;
  • Remove individual series or films by title. When this filter is used, the blocked title(s) won’t show up anywhere in that profile; 
  • Easily review each profile’s setting using the “Profile and Parental Controls” hub within account settings;
  • See what their kids have been watching within the profile created for them; and
  • Turn off autoplay of episodes in kids’s profiles.  

You can customise the settings according to your needs by going to account settings on a laptop or a mobile browser. This allows every family different family more viewing choices. The video streaming platform offers a huge variety of kids as well as family films and TV shows from all over the world, including award-winning animated films like Klaus, interactive shows like Carmen Sandiego: To Steal or Not to Steal and kids’ series such as Boss Baby. The Indian kids series Mighty Little Bheem is the most-watched preschool series on Netflix globally, and the second-most-watched kids’ series for Netflix worldwide. 

How to set up parental control on Netflix:

  • Go to account settings
  • From the drop-down menu select a profile for your child or it can also be created by going to Manage profile.
  • Now select Change next to Viewing Restrictions option
  • Then enter your Netflix password. Now you can choose the viewing restriction for your kid from the level TV-Y (young kids) to NC-17.
  • You can also block specific movies or content by selecting “profile maturity rating” options, and entering the name of a particular show or a movie which you don’t want your kids to watch and then click Save.
  • In the same settings, you will find a Viewing Activity option which will allow you to keep a check on your kids that what they are watching.

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Amazon released new updates for Alexa that will help users to know if they have coronavirus symptoms 

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Amazon released new updates for Alexa that will help users to know if they have coronavirus symptoms 

The coronavirus cases in India are increasing like wildfire and to contain the spread of the deadly virus the Government of India has taken a huge step by announcing countrywide lockdown. In this situation, Amazon has now rolled out a new update for its Voice Assistant Alexa. The new update brings skills to help the Indian users to identify if they have COVID-19 symptoms or not. Additionally, the update will also provide the latest updates and information related to coronavirus, which will be supported both in Hindi as well as English languages.

In order to find out if you have the symptoms of coronavirus you can simply ask Alexa, what do I do if I think I have COVID-19? You can also ask Alexa for a series of questions about your travel history, symptoms, and possible exposure. Based on your responses, Alexa will provide CDC guidance given your risk level and symptoms.

Moreover, you can also request by asking “Alexa, give me an update on COVID-19“ or “Alexa, how do you prevent COVID-19?“ Users can also ask these same questions in Hindi also and Alexa will provide about Coronavirus symptoms keeping in mind the ICMR guidelines also suggesting you wash your hands regularly. As advised by the health experts the Alexa will also help you to wash your hands for at least 20 seconds by asking it to sing a song for a duration of 20 seconds. Just say, Alexa, sing a song for 20 seconds.

Amazon in its statement said, “Using the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and Indian Council for Medical Research guidance, our Alexa team built an Indian specific experience that lets you use Alexa to check your symptoms for COVID-19 at home.”

Besides this, you can also ask Alexa to give you the latest update on the number of infected viruses and lockdown information and a lot more. Just ask, Alexa, until now how many cases have been reported in Delhi?

According to the e-commerce platform Amazon, “Alexa can now answer questions related to COVID-19, and we are working to provide accurate and timely information from news and official government sources such as Indian Council of Medical Research and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in India.”

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COVID-19 crisis: Apple collaborates with Google to facilitate contact tracing technology

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COVID-19 crisis: Apple collaborates with Google to facilitate contact tracing technology

With the COVID-19 outbreak, governments and health authorities are working day-and-night to find out solutions in order to protect people and get society back up and running. Now, tech giants Google and Apple have also announced a joint effort to enable the use of Bluetooth technology to assist governments and health agencies in containing the spread of Coronavirus virus.

Several health organizations have found contact tracing as a pivotal tool to enable the medics contain the spread of COVID-19 outbreak as it can be transmitted through close proximity to affected individuals.

Apple and Google will be launching a comprehensive solution that includes application programming interfaces (APIs) and operating system-level technology to help the government and health agencies use contact tracing as a tool to combat COVID-19 pandemic.

Mind you! Apple and Google’s plan is to implement this solution in two steps while maintaining strong protections around user privacy:

  • First, in May, both Google and Apple will release APIs that enable interoperability between Android and iOS devices using apps from public health authorities. These official apps will be available for users to download via their respective app stores.
  • Second phase will start post May. During this time, Apple and Google will work to enable a broader Bluetooth-based contact tracing platform by building this functionality into the underlying platforms. The companies claims, “This is a more robust solution than an API and would allow more individuals to participate, if they choose to opt in, as well as enable interaction with a broader ecosystem of apps and government health authorities.”

However, emphasis have been put on the fact that privacy, transparency, and consent are of utmost importance in this effort. Both Google and Apple hope to create this contact tracing technology after consulting with interested stakeholders. Moreover, the information will be made transparent for others to analyse what’s happening.

Asserting that there has never been a more important moment to work together to solve one of the world’s most pressing problems COVID-19 pandemic, Apple and Google believe that “through close cooperation and collaboration with developers, governments and public health providers, we hope to harness the power of technology to help countries around the world slow the spread of COVID-19 and accelerate the return of everyday life.”

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The next generation of emojis scheduled for 2021 gets delayed due to coronavirus 

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The next generation of emojis scheduled for 2021 gets delayed due to coronavirus 

Later in the month of January this year, Unicode Consortium approved the emojis for the year 2020. But now the next generation of emoji for 2021 seems to get delayed due to the ongoing coronavirus crisis in the whole world. The Mountain View, California based organisation approved 117 new emojis along with new colour options for this year. The company has also revealed that emojis for 2020 doesn’t impact the release.

The next generation of emojis for the year 2021 was scheduled to debut in the month of March, which has now been delayed by another six months. This means the 2021 emoji will now debut in September. The organization’s President Mark Davis has informed the public about the postponement via a blog post.

Mark Davis, president of the Consortium, said in a statement, “Under the current circumstances we’ve heard that our contributors have a lot on their plates at the moment and decided it was in the best interests of our volunteers and the organizations that depend on the standard to push out our release date,” he further added, “This year we simply can’t commit to the same schedule we’ve adhered to in the past.”

For the year 2020, the company approved 117 new emojis which includes 62 brand-new emojis and 55 new gender and skin-tone options. The list of the next generation of emojis also includes the transgender flag that has been proposed by Google and Microsoft. 

Once Unicode Consortium releases its new emojis other companies such as Google, Apple, Twitter among others will also bring their own versions of the new emojis. 

The update will bring emojis such as smiling face with a tear, disguised face, pinched fingers with skin tones, anatomical heart, lungs, ninjas with skin tones, women feeding a baby with skin tones as well as a man feeding a baby with skin tones. The lineup will also include options for animals such as a black cat, mammoth, beaver, beetle, roach, fly, polar bear, dodo, bison, seal and worm. 

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Snapchat introduced dedicated filters to mark the beginning of spring and the harvest season in India 

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Snapchat introduced dedicated filters to mark the beginning of spring and the harvest season in India 

The season of harvest is here but as you are aware of the ongoing coronavirus crisis in India everyone will be celebrating it indoors due to nationwide lockdown. And to mark the commencement of spring as well as harvest season in India Snapchat has added some localised lenses for its users in the country to wish their loved ones while staying at their homes this year. The spring season in India is celebrated throughout the country on April 13 and is called with different names in the different regions on India such as in the north and west we call it Vaisakhi, in the south, it is known as Puthandu or Vishu and in the East, it is called Pana Sankranti, Bihu and Pahela Baisakh. And for each state, the company has introduced a special filter along with a code attached below.

While launching the new special filter the Snapchat stated, “Celebrating India’s cultural diversity and the rich heritage, Snapchat has introduced localized lenses to mark the onset of Spring and Harvest season across the country. Though physically distant yet united in our efforts to keep the country safe, each one of us can welcome new beginnings and wish our friends and family abundance this year. The beautiful Spring festival is celebrated throughout the country, in the north and west we call it Vaisakhi, in the south – Puthandu or Vishu and in the East – Pana Sankranti, Bihu and Pahela Baisakh. For each state, there is a special filter that can be accessed through the Snapchat app or the code attached below.”

Vaisakhi is celebrated in the Northern and Western parts of India. But in Punjab, it is traditionally celebrated with a lot of energy and feeling. On this day traditional Punjabi delicacies are cooked. Snapchat has introduced a special filter for Vaishakhi to mark the festival.

To mark the beginning of the New Year, in Odisha Pana Sankranti is celebrated, there it is called Odia new year. This day is also commemorated as the onset of the ensuing summer season in the country with much enthusiasm. As this year due to the spread of coronavirus, everyone will be staying at home Snapchat has added a special filter to celebrate the Odia new year.

Similarly, there are special Snapchat filters for Puthandu the Tamil New Year, Vishu in Kerala, Bihu in Assam and Pahela Baishakh or Bangla Noboborsho of Bengal. 

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LG’s upcoming smartphone to house Raindrop camera, 3D Arc Design

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LG’s upcoming smartphone to house Raindrop camera, 3D Arc Design

In what seems like LG Electronics has taken a break from launching similar-looking smartphone, the company has now provided a glimpse of it upcoming smartphone that features a “Raindrop” camera and front-back symmetrical curves, among other evolutionary design departures from previous LG mobile devices.

“Our upcoming smartphone will draw on the rich history of classic LG designs which have always been distinctive at first touch. This handset will be a first-look at the competitive edge we will be bringing to every LG smartphone going forward,” said vice president Cha Yong-duk, head of LG’s Mobile Communications Design Lab.

As per the company, “This a new minimalistic design language for LG next smartphone is a nod to the natural world with a visual form factor that differs from the industry trend.”

Usually we see that many high-end smartphones come fitted with the squarish camera bump, but now the upper-left corner of the LG phone’s backside hosts three rear cameras and an LED flash in descending order by size that aims at capturing even images of falling raindrops.

Mind you! The main camera sits slightly above the surface while the other two lens lie seamlessly under the smooth glass. This tactilely pleasing design layout offers the added benefit of taking up less space on the rear of the phone for a cleaner, sleeker overall look.

Beside the Raindrop camera feature, another new design element that will be making its debut in the upcoming device is 3D Arc Design, where the edges of the display and rear are symmetrically curved. This will provide a much more natural feeling in the hand than previously-launched LG phones. As per the company, “This artful design touch means less sharp edges and angles that makes the phone not only more pleasing to the eye, but also more pleasing to touch.”

Recently, LG reported tentative consolidated revenues of KRW 14.7 trillion in the first quarter of 2020 with an operating profit of KRW 1.1 trillion. Sales are expected to be 1.2 percent lower than the same quarter last year with operating income increasing 21.1 percent year-on-year. These figures are the tentative consolidated earnings based on K-IFRS provided as a service to investors prior to LG Electronics’ final earnings results including net profit.

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Sony’s DualSense PS5 Controller first look unveiled: 6 features you must check out

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Sony’s DualSense PS5 Controller first look unveiled: 6 features you must check out

Bidding goodbye to the DualShock 4 wireless controller that was launched along with PS4 in 2013, Sony has now showcased the first look of the DualSense wireless controller for PlayStation5 to the gaming community. Asserting that the new controller will deliver a new feeling of immersion to players, a blog post by PlayStation claimed that the DualSense comes with the PS5’s Tempest 3D AudioTech, Powerful sensations, Strong-battery life, Built-in microphone array, Adaptive Triggers and Create Button feature.

“DualSense marks a radical departure from our previous controller offerings and captures just how strongly we feel about making a generational leap with PS5. The new controller, along with the many innovative features in PS5, will be transformative for games – continuing our mission at PlayStation to push the boundaries of play, now and in the future,” said Jim Ryan, President & CEO, Sony Interactive Entertainment.

Now let’s take a detailed look at the features of the DualSense wireless controller for PlayStation5. Check it out:

Powerful sensations

After thoughtful consideration, Sony decided to keep much of what gamers love about DualShock 4 intact, while also adding new functionality and refining the design. Based on the discussions with developers, PlayStation makers found that the sense of touch within gameplay, much like audio, hasn’t been a big focus for many games. Therefore, Sony leveraged on the opportunity with PS5 to innovate by offering game creators the ability to explore how they can heighten that feeling of immersion through the new controller. That is why it added a variety of powerful sensations which one can feel when playing, such as the slow grittiness of driving a car through mud.

Adaptive Triggers

Sony has also incorporated adaptive triggers into the L2 and R2 buttons of DualSense so the gamers can truly feel the tension of their actions, like when drawing a bow to shoot an arrow. According to Hideaki Nishino, Senior Vice President, Platform Planning & Management at PlayStation, “With adaptive triggers, we had to consider how the components would fit into the hardware, without giving it a bulky feeling. Our design team worked closely with our hardware engineers to place the triggers and actuators. The designers were then able to draw the lines of how the exterior of the controller would look and feel, with a challenge of making the controller feel smaller than it really looks. In the end, we changed the angle of the hand triggers and also made some subtle updates to the grip.”

Strong battery life

In order to provide the gamers with a strong battery life for a flawless gaming experience, PlayStation has revealed that the DualSense wireless for PS5 comes fitted with rechargeable battery in order to lessen the weight of the controller as much as possible.

Create button feature

As far as buttons are concerned, users will notice there is no longer a “Share” button as they must have seen in the DualShock 4. This time, PlayStation makers have come out with a new “Create” button feature for players to create epic gameplay content to share with the world, or just to enjoy for themselves. More details about this newly-added feature will be revealed once we inch closer to the official launch.

Built-in microphone array

DualSense also adds a built-in microphone array, which will enable players to easily chat with friends without a headset – ideal for jumping into a quick conversation. However, if you intent to chat for a longer period, it’s advisable to keep your headset handy.

Color and design

Moving on to the colour aspect, it was found that Sony took a different direction by deciding on a two-toned design. Besides this, the position of the light bar was also changed as it now sits at each side of the touch pad, giving it a slightly larger look and feel as against what was seen in the DualShock 4.

The DualSense wireless controller for PlayStation5 has been tested by a wide range of gamers with a variety of hand sizes in order to provide great ergonomics. According to the official blog post, Sony claims that “Our goal with DualSense is to give gamers the feeling of being transported into the game world as soon as they open the box. We want gamers to feel like the controller is an extension of themselves when they’re playing – so much so that they forget that it’s even in their hands!”

It was further hinted that Sony could share more information about PS5, including the console design, ahead of the official launch in Holiday 2020.

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April 13 Amazon Quiz: Participate to win Rs 15,000 Amazon Pay Balance

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April 13 Amazon Quiz: Participate to win Rs 15,000 Amazon Pay Balance

Today’s Amazon Quiz has gone live now and the e-commerce platform Amazon is back with another set of new questions that gives you a chance to win Rs 15,000 Amazon Pay Balance. It can be played daily from 8 AM to 12 noon. Millions of its customers are trying their luck by participating in the daily quiz to win free gadgets as well as Amazon Pay Balance. All you need to do is log in to your Amazon app on your device and participate in today’s quiz.

Every day Amazon brings a fresh questionnaire that consists of five easy questions based on general knowledge and current affairs. By submitting correct answers the contestants can win exciting prizes such as iPhone X, iPhone Xs, Seagate HDD, GoPro Hero 8 Camera, LG Smartphones,  Bose Sound Touch 20 Speakers, OnePlus 7T among others. One thing to note is that the quiz is not available for the desktop platform, you can only participate in the quiz from 8 AM to 12 noon via mobile app. After giving all the correct answers to the question you will get shortlisted for a lucky draw to select a winner. The results will be announced at the end of the month. Check out today’s answers for the Amazon Quiz to win Rs 15,000 Amazon Pay Balance.

April 13 Amazon Quiz Answers

Question 1: Which international multi-sport event is meant for sports or disciplines that are not contested in the Olympic Games?

The Answer is- World Games

Question 2: Kamarajar Port is situated on which coast of India?

The Answer is- Coromandel Coast

Question 3: The Gateway is a proposed NASA space station in orbit around which space object?

The Answer is- Moon

Question 4: Which global institution releases The Global Economic Prospects – a publication on the state of the world economy?

The Answer is- World Bank

Question 5: Which recently launched web series is set in the remote village of Phulera in Uttar Pradesh?

The Answer is- Panchayat

Follow the steps to know how to participate in the Amazon Quiz:

  • Download the Amazon app from Google Play Store.
  • Fill in the required information through the Sign Up option.
  • Now log in to the Amazon app and scroll down on the home screen to find the Amazon Quiz banner. 
  • Tap on the Amazon Quiz banner and then tap on the Start button to begin the Quiz.
  • Now you will get 5 questions and you need to answer them correctly. One wrong answer will eliminate you from the Quiz.
  • After answering all the questions correctly you are now eligible for a Lucky Draw.
  • The winner’s name will be announced on the 30th of every month.

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Beware! Virtual-meeting apps a top target for cyber-threats: Kaspersky

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Beware! Virtual-meeting apps a top target for cyber-threats: Kaspersky

As more and more people are staying at home during the Coronavirus outbreak, Kaspersky experts have investigated nearly 1300 files that have names similar to popular virtual-meeting applications like Zoom, Webex, and Slack.

The researchers at Kaspersky probed the threat aspect of these virtual-meeting platform to ensure that users enjoy a safe and protected environment on Zoom, Webex, and Slack. It was discovered that cyber criminals have been promoting cyber-threats under the guise of popular apps. The researchers also discovered that these threats often disguised as .lnk files for social meeting platforms.

Besides this, the researchers at Kaspersky found that DealPly and DownloadSponsor are the two most common adware and malware families. Mind you! Both DealPly and DownloadSponsor softwares can be usually seen on the screen of a user after it gets downloaded via unauthentic source. They also identified an old malicious code known as Exploit.Win32.CVE-2010-2568 that enables cyber criminals to carryout phishing attacks.

Even earlier Kaspersky had stated that not everything on the internet is suitable for younger audiences as the amount of harmful content online is increasing rapidly. To minimize the risks of their kids stumbling on inappropriate content, almost 28 percent of parents try to regulate the time children spend online. Nearly 58 percent feel that they need to control or oversee their kids’ online browsing and internet usage. Children may access such content by accident, and parental control software can minimize the risks of encountering harmful content while online.

However, Kaspersky experts also revealed that it is also the case that each parental control solution performs differently and it is not an easy task for parents to choose the right one for them. To find the best tool to protect kids using the internet, every year AV-Comparatives carries out certification tests for various parental control software vendors. To be certified, an analysed product must block at least 98 percent of pornographic websites, have no more than a few false alarms on child-friendly websites, and have no severe unresolved bugs (or design flaws) discovered during the review, the experts added.

Kaspersky Safe Kids has gained a competitive advantage over other participating vendors due to its improved content filtering technology. The technology combines several approaches that enable a high level of recognition of inappropriate content: it includes both heuristic approaches and machine learning (ML). Heuristic approaches are used when it is necessary to analyze the HTML code of a website (tables, headings, paragraphs, etc.). While with the help of machine learning, the filtering technology is enriched by the most precise heuristics.

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OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z audio gear teased online

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OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z audio gear teased online

With the April 14 OnePlus launch event inching closer, the Chinese smartphone maker has now released a teaser image of the Bullets Wireless Z earbuds on its official Twitter handle. As per the leaked image, it appears that OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z audio gear is made up of glossy ‘Ultramarine blue’ material while earbuds have silicon covering.

The teaser image throws light that the much-anticipated gadget could be called the Bullets Wireless Z as the tweet says, “Got something up our zleeves,.” the text reads. The “S” of sleeves is replaced by “Z”. Therefore, it goes in synchronisation with what rumour mills have hinted.

Earlier, an image shared by popular tipster Evan Blass through his Patreon account has revealed that the company is likely to lift curtains off its OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z earphones in all colours. A tweet by Evleaks has suggested that OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z, which will be a successor to OnePlus Bullets Wireless 2, will come in 4 colours— Green, Blue, Black and Silver. The same finish is also rumoured for the OnePlus 8 series phones.

Besides this, OnePlus has now taken to Twitter to announce that a new version of the Bullets Wireless headset is coming soon to give the OnePlus users 10 hours charge in just 10 minutes.

According to OnePlus, this fast-charging audio gear delivers a 10-hour of listening time with just plugging them for 10 minutes. This feature goes in line with the current Bullets Wireless 2 that gives users 10 hours of listening time with just 10 minutes of charging, while a full charge gives 14 hours. However, the rumour mills have stated that the new Bullets Wireless will be equipped better battery life. If we believe the reports, the all-new Bullets Wireless headset will deliver 20-hour playtime once it is charged completely.

As far as OnePlus 8 Pro is concerned, we could see this handset in an exclusive ‘Ultramarine Blue’ colour besides the Glacial Green and Onxy Black colours catering the smartphone users who love to flaunt their phones. According to Winfuture, while the ‘Ultramarine Blue’, which wasn’t seen ever before, is exclusively for OnePlus 8 Pro smartphone, the ‘Interstellar Glow’ is reserved for the OnePlus 8 at least for the time being.

So get set to witness the online launch of the OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z alongside the OnePlus 8 Pro smartphone on April 14.

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Oppo Reno 10x Zoom smartphone to soon get VoWiFi feature update

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Oppo Reno 10x Zoom smartphone to soon get VoWiFi feature update

Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi) or Wi-Fi calling is a buzzing word in the smartphone market. This VoWiFi features aims to provide proper calling service where cellular networks aren’t strong. Recently, Asus 6Z and Honor 10 Lite smartphones have received this update. Now, a latest report has revealed that the feature will be fully introduced in Oppo Reno 10x Zoom.

Oppo Reno 10x Zoom smartphone, which was launched last year, will soon get VOWiFi calling feature in the upcoming updates, as revealed by a Tweet by Oppo customer care. The VoWiFi feature is not yet been introduced in Oppo devices.

However, an earlier tweet by the customer care service of Chinese smartphone maker has confirmed revealed that “the VoWiFi feature will be rolled out along with the next release of ColorOS for the OPPO F11 Pro. Request you to stay tuned to our social media channels for updates on the same.”

Mind you! The news report has revealed that the VoWiFi support has also been introduced to Oppo Reno2 Z on the Jio and Airtel networks. This means, using your Jio or Airtel SIM, you can connect to any broadband network and make unlimited calling without incurring extra charges. In order to use Wi-Fi calling, you will need to activate VOWiFi feature on your smartphone and connect to your broadband network. You are now all set to make VoWiFi calls like you normally make calls.

What has to be noted is that the option to activate Wi-Fi calling in a smartphone is only limited to some specific models. To enable this feature, head on to the Wi-Fi calling page of your service provider to see if your smartphone is compatible with their VoWiFi service.
Once it is confirmed that your device is compatible, Android users can go to Settings > Click on Connection Settings > Open Wi-Fi calling in Android while iOS users need to open Settings > then, click on Phone > select Wi-Fi calling.

OPPO has recently launched the next rendition in the Reno series: the Reno3 Pro that comes with the 44MP dual-punch-hole camera setup and a 64MP Zoom quad-camera setup to capture clear images under any lighting conditions.

Backed by OPPO’s innovative streak, the global smart device brand was able to garner a solid market share of 26.8 percent in the Indian smartphone mid-premium segment in Q4 2019.

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