Google has started testing offline mode for Google Drive

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Google has started testing offline mode for Google Drive

Google Drive is testing an offline mode for PDFs, images, and Microsoft Office files. Sometimes due to slow internet service, we are unable to access important files and documents. So, to find a solution for this problem Google is currently testing beta for offline access of PDFs, images, Microsoft Office files stored in Google Drive.

Previously in the month of May also Google drive introduced offline mode for documents, slides, and spreadsheets. So, to access this offline service Google is accepting applications for its beta programme. Only G suite organisation users are eligible for this testing feature. Till now Google has not revealed that when will be the final rollout of the Google Drive offline mode. But, it is being expected that the company will launch the final rollout of offline Google Drive soon.

This rollout will make the cloud services and to store content on the cloud easy to use. According to Google, the current version is not available for the users of Chrome OS, but the company has assured that it is working to bring this feature on Chrome as well.

As we mentioned earlier only G suite organisations are eligible to apply for the new beta version. So, they need to apply for the beta programme. The administrators and end users who have already opted for Google Drive offline mode for documents, slides, and spreadsheets will automatically be granted access for the beta as well.

The final users will need to allow the offline mode within Drive or settings. Then by signing into Chrome with your account that has been whitelisted for Google Group and admits Drive File stream. Now you are all set to test the beta version of Offline mode by selecting the non-Google file that is available offline. The offline preview of the file will also be displayed in the new feature.

In addition to this, the end users can also open any non-google file by clicking on the native applications. That means by within the native Microsoft office application you can open a Microsoft file in offline mode of Google Drive.

This seems to be an interesting move by Google. A lot of us were waiting for this feature to come in, as it saves a lot of internet data. The beta mode for Google Drive will also be active for some time, as we have seen in the past in some of the Google products.

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MediaTek’s new Helio P65 SoC is able to support 48MP camera sensor and will offer better gaming performance

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MediaTek’s new Helio P65 SoC is able to support 48MP camera sensor and will offer better gaming performance

MediaTek makes CPUs for mobile phones and it is known for its mid-range SoCs offering good performance. Now, the company has announced a new CPU for mid-range smartphones – the MediaTek Helio P65 SoC. As its name suggests, the Helio P65 SoC falls in the Helio P-series of mid-range mobile CPUs and it is an upgraded version of the earlier Helio P60 SoC. According to the company, the new CPU offers a better gaming performance. It also offers 25% faster overall performance compared to the other similar SoCs in the market right now.

MediaTek P65 SoC has an octa-core build and it offers 100% boost in the AI performance of the smartphones along with a 30% improvement in the AI-assisted camera performance. These camera tasks include face recognition, bokeh effects etc. Other than that, the new CPU from MediaTek is also able to support 48MP camera sensors, in other words, we will get to see competitor to the Snapdragon 600-series CPUs, which is also capable of supporting the 48MP sensor. Over that, the new Helio P65 SoC is claimed to offer better security features to the smartphone users.

Talking about the specifications of the new CPU, the MediaTek Helio P65 SoC has two Cortex-A75 cores clocked at up to 2.0GHz (for high performance) and six Cortex-A55 cores (for daily tasks). The new CPU also comes with MediaTek’s CorePilot resource control system, which according to the company offers consistent performance when gaming. The MediaTek Helio P65 SoC is paired with the Mali-G52 GPU that can offer a peak frequency of 820MHz. It can also support up to 8GB of RAM and 2K (2,520 x 1,080 pixels) resolution display.

According to the company, the Helio P65 SoC comes with the most accurate GNSS and positioning system used by a mobile CPU.

As mentioned above, the MediaTek Helio P65 SoC is capable of supporting a 48MP camera sensor, it means that it can also support dual-camera setup with two 16MP sensors as well. Other camera features, which the Helio P65 SoC is capable of supporting are EIS (electronic image stabilization), RSC (rolling shutter compensation) along with a depth engine for a better bokeh effects while capturing images. The connectivity features that the Helio P65 SoC is capable of supporting is dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth 5.0 and FM radio.

All the features and the specifications of the new MediaTek Helio P65 SoC makes it sound like quite a powerful mobile SoC. But it remains to be seen how it handles the daily performance and how it competes with its rivals. The closest competitor to the Helio P65 SoC is most likely the Snapdragon 675 SoC or the Snapdragon 710 SoC. And till now, there is no announcement of any new smartphone with the Helio P65 SoC inside them. So, it remains to be seen how it compares against its rivals and how it performs.

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LG W30 India launch is scheduled for today: Expected specifications, other details

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LG W30 India launch is scheduled for today: Expected specifications, other details

South Korean technology company LG is all set to launch its W-series smartphone in India today. The company will be hosting a launch event in New Delhi. If we go by a teaser on Amazon India, it is known that LG W30 is expected to be unveiled at the event. We should also mention that LG W10 was also recently spotted on the Android Enterprise Directory, and this could mean that the device could launch as well. Some speculations also suggest that LG may also launch three smartphones at the launch event, and the third one is expected to be the LG W20.

The LG W-series launch event is scheduled for 12pm IST and will be held in New Delhi. You can stay tuned with us to get all the details about the products that are launched. According to teasers, LG’s W-series smartphone will come with a triple rear camera setup that will have features like Night Mode, Portrait and Bokeh. The company has also touted the presence of ‘3 futuristic colours’ on the device. From the teasers, the colours look like Black, Blue and Green.

One among the key highlights of the smartphone that is being touted by the company is ‘customisable notch’ on the device. With this, the shape of the notch on the top of the display can be adjusted. The LG W-series of smartphones is also claimed to have a pocket-friendly price tag. If this is true, we may see the smartphone competing with handsets from Samsung and Xiaomi in the affordable range.

It is worth noticing that the launch of the smartphone is being teased by Amazon as well as LG. In fact, Amazon has also confirmed that LG W30 will be launched as a Prime exclusive handset and will be available for purchase during the Prime Day sale. The company has also teased an Aurora Green coloured device that will be launched under the Amazon Special umbrella.

As we mentioned earlier, the LG W10 smartphone has been spotted recently on the Android Enterprise Directory. The specifications of the smartphone that have been revealed on the listing are Android Pie, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, a 6.2-inch display, and a fingerprint scanner. However, the device has NFC connectivity and rugged certification.

Although there is no live stream of the launch available, we will be giving you updates of the launch. So don’t forget to tune in at 12 pm IST to know what LG launches.

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Xiaomi Mi CC9 to pack a 48MP rear camera and 32MP selfie sensor

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Xiaomi Mi CC9 to pack a 48MP rear camera and 32MP selfie sensor

Chinese technology company Xiaomi is all set to unveil its Mi CC9 and Mi CC9e handsets in its home country on July 2. As the days of the launch draw closer, more and more teasers of the devices are surfacing online every day. In the latest teaser, Xiaomi has revealed that its Mi CC9 smartphone will sport a 32MP selfie camera and a 48MP Sony IMX586 sensor on the back panel.

We should mention that this is completely in line with the previous leaks, that also suggested that the Mi CC9 and Mi CC9e will sport a triple rear camera setup. The new teasers have surfaced online on Weibo and they suggest that the Xiaomi Mi CC9 will feature a 48MP Sony IMX586 sensor on its back and a 32MP selfie sensor. The teasers also reinforce that the handset will be launched on July 2.

It is worth pointing out that the two are the first ever devices in the company’s new CC smartphone series. The company has said that the new range of devices is aimed at the youth. As we mentioned earlier, a number of leaks of the smartphones have surfaced online recently and most of their specifications have been reported already. According to a leak, the Mi CC9 smartphone will also sport an all-screen display that will not have a notch on the top.

Xiaomi Mi CC9 and Mi CC9e price (expected)

Xiaomi‘s Mi CC9 will be available in 6GB RAM/128GB storage, 8GB RAM/128GB storage and 8GB RAM/256GB storage variants. While the base model is priced at CNY 2,599 (approximately Rs 26,200), the 8GB RAM/128GB storage version costs CNY 2,799 (approximately Rs 28,200) and the most high-end variant is priced at CNY 3,099 (approximately Rs 31,300).

On the other hand, the Mi CC9e will cost CNY 1,599 (approximately Rs 16,100) for its 6GB RAM/64GB storage model, CNY 1,899 for the 6GB RAM/128GB storage variant and CNY 2,199 (approximately Rs 22,200) for the 8GB RAM/128GB storage version.

Xiaomi Mi CC9, Mi CC9e specifications (expected)

According to the rumoured specifications, the Mi CC9 smartphone will run Android 9.0 Pie with MIUI 10 baked on top. The handset will reportedly feature a 6.39-inch full-HD+ AMOLED display and will be powered by Snapdragon 730 SoC. The device will house a 4,000mAh battery with support for 27W fast charging.

The Mi CC9 is said to come with a triple rear camera setup that comprises of a 48MP Sony IMX586 sensor, a 16MP secondary lens and a 12MP sensor. On the front, there is a 32MP selfie camera. The device is said to sport an in-display fingerprint scanner.

Coming to the Mi CC9e, it is expected to feature a 5.97-inch full-HD+ AMOLED display and will be powered by Snapdragon 710 SoC. The handset will house a 3,500mAh battery that will come with support for fast charging. Its triple rear camera setup will be almost the same as Mi CC9, but will come with a 5MP tertiary sensor instead of a 12MP one. The rest of the specifications are the same too.

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Over 2,000 dangerous apps have been found on Google Play Store: Report

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Over 2,000 dangerous apps have been found on Google Play Store: Report

If there’s one thing that makes smartphones worthwhile, it is apps. Without apps, smartphones would not be able to do a number of things. However, not all apps are healthy for your smartphone. In a two-year long study that was conducted recently, it was found that 2,040 apps on the Google Play Store are harmful in some way. While some require permissions that they don’t really need, others come with malware.

The research was conducted by the University of Sydney and Data61 of CSIRO and it included around 1 million apps on the Google Play Store. It was then found that a large number of fake apps exist without malware, but still, they need permissions to access data that they don’t really need. If this is shocking to you, then you’ll be even more surprised to know that the list includes titles like Hill Climb Racing and Temple Run.

To process all the 1 million apps on Google’s Play Store, the researchers used neural networks and machine learning. The algorithm was designed to look for similar text description and icons. It scanned more than 10,000 most popular apps on Google Play Store and it was able to find 49,608 threats.

We should also mention that with the use of VirusTotal, around 7,246 of the apps were flagged as malicious and among these, 2,040 were spotted as fake and high-risk apps. In addition to this, 1,565 of the apps were found to be requesting at least five sensitive permissions and 1,407 embed third-party ads.

It is also worth adding that the apps that have been studied are also being removed and according to Google’s team, the number of rejected app submissions have increased more than 55% over the last one year. On the other hand, the suspension rate has gone up to 66%.

Speaking about the study, co-author Dr Suranga Seneviratne from the University of Sydney, “While Google Play’s success is marked on its flexibility and customizable features that allow almost anyone to build an app, there have been a number of problematic apps that have slipped through the cracks and have bypassed automated vetting processes.”

He further added, “Our society is increasingly reliant on smartphone technology so it’s important that we build solutions to quickly detect and contain malicious apps before affecting a wider population of smartphone users.”

This is not the first time that popular apps on Google Play Store have found to be malicious. There have been a number of times since the beginning of this year that the company has removed apps from its Play Store.

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Eureka Forbes launches its nourish anti-oxidant water bottle in India: Price and features

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Eureka Forbes launches its nourish anti-oxidant water bottle in India: Price and features

Eureka Forbes Limited has launched a Nourish Anti-Oxidant Water Bottle that ensures that the quality of water in your house remains clean. According to the company, the water bottle is Easy to carry and light in weight.

The nourished water bottle comes equipped with an LCD display that offers real-time updates about the amount of water that has been consumed.

The water purification major stated that “The nourished water helps in faster absorption, leading to better hydration. The ions help boost energy and prevent exhaustion. It also fights off illness and infection to boost immunity, and it helps stimulate weight loss by improving metabolism. Aquaguard Nourish Anti-Oxidant water contains active hydrogen ions that act as powerful antioxidants to strengthen immunity. Speeding straight into the cells, the active hydrogen from Aquaguard Nourish neutralizes free radicals, repairs environmental damage, soothes soreness and provides energy.”

Eureka Forbes’ Nourish Anti-Oxidant water bottle is fitted with a water purifier that will be available in two colour variants – Black and Silver. The newly launched device comes fitted with an LED display that reminds time to time about how much water has been consumed. The bottle is made up of plastic and it comes along with a USB charging cable that helps in keeping it recharged at all times. The Aquaguard nourish anti-oxidant water bottle can carry up to 500ml of water.

 

On the launch of Anti-Oxidant water bottle Marzin R Shroff, MD & CEO, Eureka Forbes Limited, said: “As pioneers in water purification for more than 35 years, we want to take our offerings to the next level – nutrition combined with our leading purification technology. This is just the start. We are investing heavily in research and development to create revolutionary products with advanced technology like the Nourish Anti-Oxidant Water Bottle. We strive to introduce quality products focusing on health.”

We should mention that the device comes with a warranty of 1-year that is provided by the manufacturer from the date of purchase. The bottle has been priced at Rs 6,990. Currently, the Aquaguard water bottle is available on Amazon India and can be purchased at a discounted price of Rs 5,299

 

The temperatures in the country have been soaring since this is the time of peak summer. While not much can be done about the weather, one can easily buy some summer gadgets that can prove to be helpful in beating the heat. You can head here to check out a list that we have curated for you.

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How to download and install the new iOS 13 beta build in your iPhone?

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How to download and install the new iOS 13 beta build in your iPhone?

Apple has finally released the public version of its new iOS 13 beta. Although the stable version of the new OS is still months away, users can download and install the new OS in their devices and give it a test run. They can install the new iOS 13 and see what changes it has brought to the iPhones. Some of the new features have already been announced by the company at the WWDC 2019. But it’s always a different experience to actually use these features.

According to Apple, the new iOS 13 has a 30% faster face unlocking capability than the previous iOS. It also claims that the apps can now open twice as fast as they did in iOS 12. One of the most anticipated feature of the iOS 13 is the system wide dark mode which will darken the apps and background. It is also claimed to help in saving the battery life of the device. According to Apple, the dark mode will be supported by all the first party applications as well as app dock and notifications. Siri is also getting a new voice with the iOS 13.

But it should be kept in mind that not all the iPhone models will support the iOS 13. The only iPhones that can run the iOS 13 are – iPhone X-series, iPhone XS-series, iPhone 8-series, iPhone 7-series, iPhone 6-series, iPhone SE and iPod Touch (7th gen).

Here’s how you can install the iOS 13 public beta version in your iPhone (if it falls in the abovementioned list):

  1. First go to Apple’s beta software website from Safari browser. Keep in mind that the website won’t open in any browsers like Chrome or Firefox.
  2. Once the website opens, you need to click on “Enroll Your Devices” present at the top of the page.
  3. After that, click on “iOS”. On doing this, a reminder will open which will remind you to send a backup of your iPhone’s contents to your macOS PC. This is important because if you want to go back to the old OS, then you would need this backup file.
  4. After this, scroll down and look for a button with “Download Profile” written on it. Once clicked, it will bring a warning that will say that the website it trying to download a configuration profile. Click on “Allow”. This will download the configuration profile to your device.
  5. After that, a pop-up window will open that will say that you can set the new profile from the Settings app. Head to Settings, and then go to General and click on Software update.
  6. Tap on Download and Install.
  7. Once the new iOS 13 beta is downloaded, you can click on Install to download the beta build in your iPhone.

Keep in mind that since the iOS 13 is still in its beta version it may come with its own share of bugs. You can give feedback and report of the bugs and problems that you find in the new iOS 13 beta build. Hopefully, they will be fixed in the stable version of the new OS.

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Apple’s iPhone 11 new case and screen protector reveal a protruding camera module

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Apple’s iPhone 11 new case and screen protector reveal a protruding camera module

Apple is scheduled to launch its next iteration of iPhones later this year and it is expected to launch more than one iPhone models. This year’s model will be called iPhone 11 and it will have the most unique design seen in an iPhone till now. But even before its launch, the camera module and the exterior of the iPhone 11 has already been leaked. According to the leaks, the iPhone 11 will be sporting a triple rear camera setup placed in a square camera module. Although the company hasn’t confirmed it yet, but all the leaks state the same thing and that hints that the upcoming iPhone will hold the very same camera design.

According to the recent leaks, there will be three iPhone 11 models this year – the Phone 11 R, iPhone 11 and the iPhone 11 Max – although the names of the devices might vary. The rear cameras of the upcoming iPhone 11 will be the main focus point of this year’s iPhones. Apple is reportedly developing a dedicated night mode camera for improving the low light photography of the iPhone 11. There is also news is that the upcoming iPhone 11 will have 128GB of internal storage as its base variant, and this can also mean an increase in the starting price.

Recently, the cases of the iPhone 11 Max, the successor to the iPhone XS Max from the case maker Olixar have surfaced online. The cases are currently on sale even months before the launch of the official devices. If you are interested, you can head to UK retailer MobileFun’s online store to find them. It looks as if the camera placed in the module will be protruding as the case maker has also released a camera protector to prevent it from scratches.

Other than back covers, Olixar is also making and selling screen protectors for the upcoming iPhone 11 as well. Looking at their design, it seems as if the Cupertino-based technology giant will be adding additional sensors at the front of the smartphone.

A recent leak suggests that the upcoming iPhone 11’s triple-rear camera setup will pack a main camera, a telephoto lens and an ultra-wide lens. There are also hints of packing a quad-LED flash and secondary microphone placed in the square camera cut out module itself. With iOS 13’s beta build released today, the company claimed that the Face Unlock is 30% faster. So we might see a better face unlocking mechanism in the upcoming iPhone.

With iPhone 11’s launch on the horizon, it remains to be seen what new technologies Apple brings to the market. As a number of leaks earlier suggest that the device will come with a new iPhone with 5G support, however, it is highly unlikely that we would see it before 2020.

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Amazon Prime Day Sale set to begin on July 15: Here’s everything you should know

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Amazon Prime Day Sale set to begin on July 15: Here’s everything you should know

Amazon is all set to begin Amazon Prime Day sale in India. The company has announced that the sale will begin on July 15 and will go on till July 16 at 12 am IST. The sale will run for two days only. This sale has been announced exclusively for Amazon Prime subscribers all over the world.

The company will be offering great deals in all the categories with great discounts and offers. Amazon Prime Day Sale promises to bring 1000+ product launches from top brands such as OnePlus, Samsung, Whirlpool, Sennheiser, Intel, Maggi, Shoppers Stop, LG, IFB and many more. Amazon will also be launching new products among various categories such as Mobiles and accessories, electronics, home and kitchen, daily essentials, fashion and clothing, TVs and appliances, video games and software.

Besides this, the company has promised to offer 14 new titles on Prime Video for 14 days. From July 1 to July 14, the company will offer a major release every day. The playlist has been curated by celebrities like Shreya Ghoshal, Sonu Nigam, Armaan Malik, etc. These include titles like Kalank, Venom, Telugu hit Maharshi and the second season of Comicstaan.

Apart from these, the company is offering amazing deals on its own products like Amazon Echo, Fire Stick, and Kindle.

Amazon Prime Day Sale is also offering many more offers on budget smartphones like Xiaomi, Samsung, Honor, and LG. Top deals on premium smartphone brands like OnePlus, OPPO, Vivo and Apple are also being offered.

Recently Samsung launched Galaxy M40 with Infinity O display and powered by Snapdragon 675. Now, the company has decided to launch the latest smartphone in a funky new colour variant Orange Cocktail exclusively for Amazon Prime members. The device can be purchased a cost of Rs 19,990. Oppo will also be launching F11 Pro in a waterfall grey colour variant. The company has not disclosed the price of the smartphone yet.

If you don’t want to miss the upcoming new deals by Amazon, you can download the Amazon app from the Google Play Store. Once downloaded, you can head over to Settings of the app and then go to Notifications. Here, turn on your watched and waitlisted deals in the notification bar when the Prime Day sale goes live on July 15- July 16.

If you are not an Amazon Prime member and interested to grab these amazing and exclusive offers then you can join prime at just Rs 129 per month and enjoy benefits such as fast delivery, unlimited video, ad-free music exclusive deals and more.

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Xiaomi has updated its File Manager, gets a system-wide dark mode to MIUI

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Xiaomi has updated its File Manager, gets a system-wide dark mode to MIUI

Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi has rolled out a new software update for its devices. The new update includes a system-wide dark mode in the MIUI 10 software. The company has introduced V1-190621 of Mi’s file explorer. To turn the entire interface into the dark mode, a toggle has been added in the app’s side menu.

The new update was first reported by AndroidPolice that says “V1-190621 of Mi’s file explorer introduces a toggle for the dark mode in the app‘s side menu. Turn it on and the entire interface switches to a very dark grey with white text. The app’s different tabs, settings, file browser, and everything else follow the new theme.”

Apart from this, the new update brings sorting options and the ability to create a folder in the storage tab. Xiaomi has also brought launcher app shortcuts to its Mi File Manager that quickly cleans up the tab, FTB, favorites and search without opening the main app. You can also view storage stats and manage all folders on your device. Xiaomi also claims that with this update, it has fixed the issue that made the icons too big. You can also create folders and sorting items can be done on the storage page itself.

The update is being rolled out for select smartphones as a part of the beta update. The company is still working on the dark mode and it is planning for a wider roll-out of the new update. The rollout brings a number of new improvements and changes to the File Manager app. The dark theme is available for apps like Calculator, Contacts, Gallery, Messaging, Notes, Phone, Screen Recorder, and Updater. Apart from that, the update also covers the themes like volume controls, notification shade, and the Recents window.

In the meantime, the company has already stated that it is working on MIUI 11. If the systemwide dark mode in MIUI does not work, then you are soon going to get MIUI 11 update.

If you have not received the latest systemwide dark mode in MIUI, then can go to the Play Store on your device and update the app. The company also offers Mi Remote, Mi Home, Mi Wallpaper Carousel, Mint Browser, Mi Video, Mi Calculator, Mint Launcher, and Poco Launcher apps in Google Play.

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11 smartphones under Rs 35,000 that sport the ‘best’ camera

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11 smartphones under Rs 35,000 that sport the ‘best’ camera

The smartphone industry’s newest fad seems to be the 48MP camera sensor. A number of smartphones with a 48MP primary sensor have been launched this year. These smartphones fall under different price segments. Here, we have listed down all the smartphones under Rs 35,000 that come with a 48MP primary camera sensor. Take a look:

OnePlus 7

oneplus 7 sale in India

The device that tops our list is OnePlus 7. It comes with the same 48MP primary camera as OnePlus 7 Pro smartphone. Its other key highlights include Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor, 6GB of RAM and 3,700mAh battery. It also has a 5MP secondary sensor on its back panel. The device is available at a starting price of Rs 32,999.

Asus 6Z

Asus 6Z launch India

The recently launches Asus 6Z smartphone comes with a 48MP primary camera that is housed in a rotating sensor. This means that the module can be flipped to click selfies with the 48MP camera too. The smartphone also has a 13MP camera on its rear panel and is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor. It is available at a starting price of Rs 31,999.

Oppo Reno

Oppo Reno Z launch

Oppo Reno smartphone houses a 48MP primary camera clubbed with a 5MP secondary sensor on its back panel. It also has a shark fin selfie module that holds a 16MP front-facing snapper. The smartphone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 SoC and it is priced at Rs 32,999.

Vivo V15 Pro

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Vivo V15 Pro is another smartphone that comes with a 48MP primary camera. It’s triple rear camera setup also comprises of an 8MP and a 5MP sensor. The device comes is available only in the lone 6GB RAM/ 128GB storage model that costs Rs 28,990

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro

redmi note 7 pro

This may be one among the most affordable smartphones on this list. Redmi Note 7 Pro comes with a 48MP primary sensor coupled with a 5MP sensor and it is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 processor. The handset is available at a starting price of Rs 13,999.

Motorola One Vision

motorola one vision

The recently-launched smartphone from Motorola comes with a 48MP primary camera clubbed with a 5MP secondary sensor. The handset houses a 25MP front-facing snapper that can be used for clicking selfies and making video calls. It is priced at Rs 19,999.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7S

redmi note 7S sale in India

Another smartphone from Xiaomi on the list, Redmi Note 7S sports a 48MP+5MP dual rear cameras. The handset houses a 4,000mAh battery and is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor. It is available at a starting price of Rs 10,999.

Honor 20

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The recently-launched smartphone by Honor comes with a triple rear camera setup that comprises of a 48MP primary sensor, a 16MP secondary sensor and a 2MP lens. The smartphone houses a 3,750mAh battery and comes with 6GB of RAM. Honor 20 is priced at Rs 32,999.

Oppo F11 Pro

Oppo F11 Pro with 48MP camera to go on sale for the first time in India tomorrow

The handset from Oppo will also sport a dual rear camera setup that has a 48MP primary sensor and a 5MP secondary sensor. The smartphone houses a 4,000mAh battery and comes with 6GB of RAM. It comes with a 16MP selfie camera. The handset is priced at Rs 20,990.

Honor View 20

Honor View 20

Honor View 20 smartphone has a dual rear camera setup that comes with a 48MP primary sensor and a 3D ToF sensor. It has a 4,000mAh battery and comes with 6GB of RAM. There is also a 16MP selfie camera. As of now, the device is available for Rs 29,999 on Amazon.

Oppo F11

Oppo F11

Oppo F11 has a dual rear camera setup with a 48MP primary sensor and a 5MP secondary sensor. It houses a 4,020mAh battery that has support for VOOC Charging 3.0. It is available at a starting price of Rs 17,690.

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Samsung Galaxy Fit-series and Galaxy Watch Active launched in India: Price and features

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Samsung Galaxy Fit-series and Galaxy Watch Active launched in India: Price and features

Back in February 2019, Samsung had showcased its new Galaxy Fit and Galaxy Fit e smart fitness bands at its Unpacked 2019 event in San Francisco. The fitness bands were launched alongside the Galaxy Fold and the Galaxy S10-series. Months later, the South Korean technology giant has launched its Galaxy Fit-series fitness bands in India. Along with the fitness bands, Samsung has also unveiled its Galaxy Watch Active. The new Galaxy Fit bands are aimed at the fitness freaks and they offer them with lots of interesting features. Prior to their launch, the fitness bands had already been teased on Flipkart.

Samsung Galaxy Fit, Galaxy Fit e and Galaxy Watch Active price and availability

Samsung Galaxy Fit holds a price tag of Rs 9,990 and it is available in Silver and Black colour options. On the other hand, the Galaxy Fit e is priced at Rs 2,590 and it comes in Black, White and Yellow colour variants. Lastly, the Galaxy Watch Active comes in four colour options – Black, Silver, Rose Gold and Deep Green and it is priced at Rs 19,990.

Samsung Galaxy Active and Galaxy Fit will be available on all retail stores along with Samsung Opera House starting June 25. Samsung Galaxy Watch Active will be available on Amazon India and Samsung e-Shop as well. On the other hand, the Galaxy Fit can be purchased from Flipkart, Myntra and Samsung e-Shop.

On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Fit e will be made available on Flipkart, Myntra and Samsung e-Shop from July 5 onwards. After July 19, it will be available in select offline stores as well.

Samsung Galaxy Fit fitness band specifications and features

The Samsung Galaxy Fit sports a 0.95-inch Full Colour AMOLED display with 282ppi pixel density. It supports full touch display and comes with BLE connectivity. The Samsung Galaxy Fit packs a 120mAh battery and according to the company, it is capable of offering 7 days of battery life. The fitness band has a heart-rate monitor, an accelerometer and a gyroscope for sensors. It is MIL-STD-810G certified and offers 5ATM of water resistance.

The smart band holds a dimension of 18.3 x 45.1 x 11.2mm and weighs 23g with strap. The device supports NFC wireless charging as well and some of its health-based features includes – Activity tracking, sleep tracker, stress tracker, among others. The Samsung Galaxy Fit is compatible with all Samsung smartphones running Android 5.0 or above and iPhone 7 or above.

Samsung Galaxy Fit e fitness band specifications and features

Samsung Galaxy Fit e is the cheapest of the lot and it sports a 0.74-inch PMOLED display with 193ppi pixel density. It has a 70mAh battery that can offer up to 7 days of battery life. The Galaxy Fit e comes with POGO charging pin and it too has a heart rate monitor along with an accelerometer. There is BLE connectivity support in Galaxy Fit e and it has dimensions of 16.0 x 40.2 x 10.9mm. It weighs 15g with strap.

The smart band offers 5TAM of water resistance and comes with MIL-STD-810G certification. Some of the health features that come inbuilt in the new Galaxy Fit e are – Activity tracker, Auto workout detection, sleep tracker, heart rate monitor etc. The band supports all the notification from the smartphone that it is connected to. The Galaxy Fit e is compatible with Samsung smartphones running Android 5.0 or above and iPhone 5 or above.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active specifications and features

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active sports a 1.1-inch 360 x 360 AMOLED full colour always on display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection on top. It supports a 20mm interchangeable strap and offers a 230mAh battery. The Galaxy Watch Active is powered by an Exynos 9110 dual core running at 1.15GHz. The Galaxy Watch Active runs Tizen-based Wearable OS 4.0 and comes with 768MB of RAM with 4GB of internal storage. The smart watch supports Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi, NFC, A-GPS/Glonass for connectivity and has WPC-based wireless charging.

Its dimensions are 39.5 x 39.5 x 10.5mm and it weighs 25g. Samsung Galaxy Watch Active comes with Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Barometer, Heart Rate Monitoring, Ambient Light for sensors. It has IP68 water resistance and it is MIL-STD-810G certified. The new smart watch is compatible with Samsung smartphones running Android 5.0 or above and iPhone 5 or above.

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Microsoft warns users of a disguised Excel attachment that carries a notorious malware

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Microsoft warns users of a disguised Excel attachment that carries a notorious malware

Microsoft is one among the well-known and biggest PC operating systems in the world right now and due to this, the company’s products are used by a majority of the people. However, it is also one of the reasons that it is constantly targeted by hackers, viruses, malware and other infections. Previously, we saw that the around 1 million computers running Windows OS were exposed to a security exploit. Now, the company has made the headlines again as a new malware is attacking the Windows system using Microsoft’s own MS Office software’s macro functions. The malware uses the complex infection chain to download and run the FlawedAmmyy RAT malware directly to the PC’s memory.

The malware attacks start with an email and an .xls attachment. The attachment has content written in Korean language that hints that the malware has currently made Korean users as its primary target. The malware uses malicious macro features of the MS Excel spreadsheet attachment to attack the Windows PC.

According to a security firm Proofpoint, the malicious attack campaign was started by a group named TA505. They were caught in the past using similar patterns to attack the PC using malware. The security firm further states that this time, the group is using a malicious email along with an Excel attachment which Microsoft itself has asked the users not to open.

Microsoft has warned the users about the malware attacks using its Twitter account. It has tweeted, “When opened, the .xls file automatically runs a macro function that runs msiexec.exe, and that, in turn downloads an MSI archive. The MSI archive contains a digitally signed executable that is extracted and run[s], and that decrypts and runs another executable in memory.”

Microsoft has also said that its Threat Protection defends the users from this type of attacks. According to the company, “Cloud-based machine learning protections in Microsoft Defender ATP blocked all of the components of this attack at first sight, including the FlawedAmmyy RAT payload. Office 365 ATP detects the email campaign.”

Once the user downloads the attachment on his system, the malware also installs a file named wsus.exe. The downloaded file is then decrypted and it is designed in such a way that it would pass off as an official Microsoft Windows Service Update Service (WSUS). The digital signature of the file is signed on June 19 and it then decrypts the payload it is carrying in the RAM. The payload is none other than FlawedAmmyy Rat that has a notorious reputation.

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Oppo teases its under-display camera technology a day before the launch

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Oppo teases its under-display camera technology a day before the launch

Chinese smartphone brand Oppo had earlier teased the selfie camera that is placed under the display of its upcoming handset. Now, the company has taken to microblogging website Twitter to say that we will be getting to see more of this technology very soon.

However, we should mention that there is not too much information that accompanies the tweet. All that it talks about is its plans to show a new solution for full-screen displays at the MWC Shanghai in June 2019. However, this is something that we knew already because the media invite to the company had leaked earlier.

The company has shared a 15-second video that has been embedded with a tweet that shows the progression that smartphones have gone through over the years. One can also see the clever ways a selfie camera has been included in the handsets and how the bezel has been shrinking increasingly.

The evolution also shows Oppo’s manually flip around selfie camera, the notch and the slide out front cameras. Other than this, we also get to see a full-screen display that has a circular outline where the sensor is hidden underneath the display.

Oppo’s tweet just read, “A brand new solution for full-screen display. OPPO Innovation Event @GSMA MWC Shanghai, June 26. Stay tuned. #MoreThanTheSeen #MWC19.”

In the previous teaser, the tweet showed off a disguised smartphone with a full-screen display. However, then the camera app of the smartphone opens up to reveal a live view camera underneath the screen.

As of now, there is no information about the specifications, details and the quality of the camera that hides behind the screen of the smartphone. It is expected that Oppo will be giving us more information about how the camera works and what its quality is like soon.

It is also worth mentioning that Oppo is not the only smartphone maker that has expressed its interest in under-display camera technology. Other companies like Xiaomi and Honor are also working on similar technologies and are expected to announce their respective offerings soon.

Since last year, a number of companies have found ways of hiding the selfie camera in ways that help them provide a completely full-screen experience. While Vivo has used a pop-up selfie camera module in a number of devices, Oppo came up with the camera slider that was also copied by others. This year, we have seen the rotating camera module from Samsung, and now, we are all set to see an under-display camera technology getting launched.

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OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T start receiving OxygenOS open beta update: Here’s everything new

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OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T start receiving OxygenOS open beta update: Here’s everything new

OnePlus has rolled out a new software update for its OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T smartphones. Currently, the software has been rolled out only for the beta subscribers. While OnePlus 6 is getting the OxygenOS Open Beta 21 update, OnePlus 6T has started receiving the Open Beta 13.

 

According to the changelog, in the latest open beta version, the Chinese smartphone maker has rolled out a screen recorder to the two devices.

We should mention that the screen recording function was introduced by the company with the launch of OnePlus 7 Pro. Besides this, the company has also made another addition in the devices called Frames Per Second (FPS). This gives the user an option of control over recording effects.

 

The changelog also says that the update comes with general bug fixes and stability improvements. Some improvements have also been made in its Weather app that claims that an improved scrolling experience for switching between pages has been added. Users can now delete or rearrange weather cards just by tapping on them. Now, the user can also access the app even when the GPS location has been disabled. The new update has also improved the animation effects when switching between pages and improved experience with searching for contacts. Other improvements include enhanced quick responses for declined call and support for editing quick responses.

 

To recall, the company has recently launched OnePlus 7 Pro in India and the new device has already started receiving new updates. This week, the company had rolled a new update for the smartphone that improves the camera performance of the device and some key photography related issues.

 

OnePlus 7 Pro comes with one of the most powerful camera setups that comprise of a 48MP Sony IMX586 sensor, an 8MP telephoto lens, and a 13MP wide angle lens. The smartphone has been powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor and it comes with up to 12GB of RAM.

The smartphone houses a 4,000mAh battery and runs Android 9.0 Pie with OxygenOS skinned on top. The device is available in three storage variants – 6GB RAM/128GB storage that bears a price tag of Rs 48,999, 8GB RAM/ 256GB storage that can be picked up at Rs 52,999 and 12GB RAM/ 256GB storage that costs Rs 57,999.

We should mention that the company also launched its OnePlus 7 smartphone along with the Pro variant of the handset. OnePlus 7 also houses a 48MP primary camera and is one among the few devices to be priced lesser than its predecessor.

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Xiaomi enters the Indian personal grooming market with the Mi Beard Trimmer: Price and features

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Xiaomi enters the Indian personal grooming market with the Mi Beard Trimmer: Price and features

Chinese technology brand Xiaomi keeps on launching products other than smartphones every now and them. The company has a number of other products like sunglasses, fitness trackers, smart home devices, and more. Now, the company has released a new product in the personal grooming segment. The product is named Mi Beard Trimmer. Here are all the details that you need to know about it:

Mi Beard Trimmer price and availability

The new Mi Beard Trimmer is priced at Rs 1,199 and it will be available starting today. The users can buy the it from Mi.com, Amazon and Mi Home Stores.

The open sale of the new Mi Beard Trimmer will start from June 27 from 12pm (Noon) onwards and it will be available on the abovementioned platforms.

Speaking on the launch, Raghu Reddy, Head of Category and Online Sales, Xiaomi India, said, “At Xiaomi, all the products we design, we do so keeping in mind the evolving needs of our Mi Fans and consumers. We are truly excited to be offering Mi Beard Trimmer, an India-exclusive product, venturing into the personal grooming segment. Equipped with self-sharpening blades, a long lasting battery along with an IPX7 waterproof body, Mi Beard Trimmer is a one-stop solution to a variety of grooming challenges. We hope that our Mi Fans and consumers across India would make the most of this handy product while achieving their potentially best beard look thus far”

Mi Beard Trimmer features and specifications

Coming to the specifications and features of the new Mi Beard Trimmer, it comes with self-sharpening blades that has 0.5mm precision. The new trimmer from Xiaomi is capable of offering up to 90 minutes of battery life on a single charge and 10 minutes of use on a 5-minutes charge. It also has 40 length settings with two combs.

The blades of the Mi Beard Trimmer are made of stainless steel and since they are self-sharpening they can handle heavy usage without getting dull. The Mi Beard Trimmer also has a Travel Lock feature.

Since the new Mi Beard Trimmer comes with IPX7 certification, it can be washed with water without getting damaged. According to the company, the Mi Beard Trimmer can withstand submersion into water of up to 1 meter for 30 minutes.

The new product from Xiaomi has a quad-edge design and it can be used with cord plugged in the wall socket. Other than this, the device also supports cordless use. The users can charge the device using a wall socket or via a power bank.

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Hotstar sets record with 100 million daily active users during India vs Pakistan match in 2019 Cricket World Cup

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Hotstar sets record with 100 million daily active users during India vs Pakistan match in 2019 Cricket World Cup

On Monday, Disney-owned video streaming platform Hotstar broke all the records by gathering 100 million active users during India VS Pakistan world cup match. The cricket match that was held on June 16 between India and Pakistan had a record-breaking viewership.

Varun Narang, Chief Product Officer, Hotstar said in a statement, “We are delighted to have been able to deliver an uninterrupted cricket watching experience to such a large audience at once. Having achieved a single day platform reach of 100 million demonstrates the indisputable technology prowess that Hotstar brings to the OTT industry. This remarkable achievement has helped us set a new viewership benchmark.”

According to the company, 66% of the 100 million viewers came from towns beyond the metro cities that recorded 15.6 million of concurrency, that is highest ever for an ODI match. In comparison to any other India match, this marked a 1.7x increase in the average concurrency.

Hotstar is providing streams across six languages including English, Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada during the Cricket World Cup 2019. Apart from that, the video streaming platform is also providing streaming to its consumers in the US and Canada via mobile and web applications on devices like Roku TV, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Android TV, and Samsung Smart TV.

Hotstar has also partnered with other video streaming platforms like Amazon Prime Video, SonyLiv, Netflix, Voot, Zee5, ALTBalaji and Eros Now.

To attract Indian viewers, Hotstar has continued its #KoiYaarNahiFar social campaign with its Watch ‘N Play feature. This feature allows viewers and their friends to connect and let you discuss the match.

During IPL 2019, when the company had introduced the social campaign, 64.4 million users engaged in it and out of these, 1.2 million users answered the question that was asked during the match, sent 5.9 billion emojis and 43.5 million comments.

To recall, on May 12, during Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019, the final match Hotstar broke global records by registering 18.6 million viewers. Apart from that, the OTT platform registered 10 million viewership three times during IPL 2019.

Did you watch India vs Pakistan match during the 2019 Cricket World Cup? If yes, let us know in the comments below how to did you watch it? Did you also choose Hotstar or did you opt for another way?

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Huawei Mate 30 Lite will be powered by a new HiSilicon Kirin 810 SoC and sport a quad-camera setup: Report

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Huawei Mate 30 Lite will be powered by a new HiSilicon Kirin 810 SoC and sport a quad-camera setup: Report

Huawei’s last flagship smartphone was the P30 Pro that was launched earlier this year. The Huawei P30 Pro sports a quad-camera setup that comes with a 50x zoom technology. Now, Huawei fans are waiting for its Mate series flagship that the company launches in later months of the year. Currently, a report suggests that the company is working on its next Huawei Mate 30-series smartphones. If the company follows the usual launch pattern, we may get to see the Huawei Mate 30-series unveil sometime later in 2019. But before the official announcement or the launch of the device, leaks have started coming in about the upcoming smartphones.

According to the leaks, the Huawei Mate 30 Pro will sport a large screen with refresh rate of 90Hz –  similar to the OnePlus 7 Pro. Other than that, it will also feature a quad-camera setup like the Huawei P30 Pro, however, it will be placed in a different module and style. Other than the Pro variant, the company may also launch a Lite version of the Mate 30-series. But then, there is a possibility that the Huawei Mate 30 Lite will be launched with under a different name in China.

According to a new report from IT Home, the Huawei Mate 30 Lite will be powered by a new HiSilicon Kirin 810 CPU paired with Mali-G52 GPU. The new CPU – Kirin 810 SoC – comes with the new Huawei DaVinvi architecture NPU that is based on the Rubik’s Cube Quantitative Stereo Arithmetic Unit. Other than that, the Lite version of the Huawei Mate 30 is also expected to come with a punch-hole design that will house the 24MP selfie camera of the device.

Going by the rumours about the Huawei Mate 30 Lite, it is expected to feature a 6.4-inch (1080 x 2310 pixels) full display with a hole-punch camera cut out. It will reportedly sport a quad-rear camera setup that will be similar to that of Huawei Mate 20 Pro. It could also hold a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and will reportedly be available in two variants – 6GB RAM/ 128GB internal storage and 8GB RAM/ 256GB internal storage.

We should mention that because of the US trade ban, most American companies like Google, Microsoft and Qualcomm have halted their business with the Chinese smartphone brand. However, in spite of this, the Huawei Mate 30 Lite is expected to run Android 9 Pie skinned with EMUI. It will reportedly sport a large 4,000mAh battery that will have support for 20W fast charging. It should be noted that these specifications are based on leaks and there is no official word from the company about them.

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Apple’s iOS 13, iPadOS and macOS Catalina beta build is out: Here’s everything new

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Apple’s iOS 13, iPadOS and macOS Catalina beta build is out: Here’s everything new

At its WWDC 2019 conference, Apple showcased all the new features of iOS 13 and explained how it differs from the iOS 12. The company also unveiled its new iPadOS and macOS Catalina. Now, the Cupertino-based company has finally released the first public beta build of all the three new operating systems it showcased at its developer conference. Now, interested users can sign up for the beta program, install the beta version of iOS 13, iPadOS and macOS Catalina on their devices and give it a test run themselves.

We should mention that Apple had released the developers preview of the new OS previously, but now, with the beta build out, all the users can test the new operating systems. Apple users can sign up for the beta version of the new iOS 13, iPadOS and macOS Catalina by going to the official website of the company. There, they would need to register themselves for the beta program. Once this is done, users will be able to access the public beta version of the new operating system and they would be able to download it on their respective devices. Since this is the beta version of iOS, users can give feedback about the operating system directly to the company via the Feedback Assistant app present on their device.

It should be noted that once the user signs up for the beta program, they will continue receiving the upcoming beta builds of the operating system until the stable version of iOS is released. Apple is expected to roll out even the stable version of iOS 13 soon.

It is also worth pointing out that since this version of the update is not a stable one, it is bound to come with bugs. So, while you will get to use the new features, you may also encounter some issues, so download at your own risk.

iOS 13 gets the much-awaited system-wide dark mode to Apple devices. Other than that, the new operating system also comes with voice controls and a swiping keyboard. There is also a new reminder application in the new iOS 13. Apple is also bringing a new and upgraded version of its Apple Maps and a “Sign in with Apple” option to login to various services. The company has also made improvements to the Siri. It should be noted that the iOS 13 is only supported in iPhone 6s and above models.

Coming to iPadOS, we should mention that earlier, iPads too ran on iOS and this is the first time that they are getting their own operating system. The iPadOS is a revamped version of iOS comes with more iPad centric features. The new iPadOS has added some home-screen widgets and it has also improved multitasking gestures. There is a new Files app, an improved Safari browser and a support for flash drives.

Lastly, the beta build of the new macOS Catalina comes with separate applications for Music, TV and Podcast. There is a new TV app with 4K HDR with HDR10, Dolby Vision along with Dolby Atmos audio support as well. Other than that, there is also a new Sidecar feature that allows the users to turn their iPad into a secondary screen for the MacBook. Finally, there has been an addition of Activation Lock feature along with Screen Time feature.

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Samsung introduces new SmartThings Camera, light bulb, and smart plug

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Samsung introduces new SmartThings Camera, light bulb, and smart plug

Samsung has launched its new line of Smart things devices in the US. The newly launched products include SmartThings Cam, SmartThings WIFI Smart Plug and SmartThings Smart Bulb. All of these are available on Samsung.com and select retailers in the country, including Best Buy. Last year, Samsung announced SmartThings Hub and Sensors and this year, the company has unveiled its new range of Smart home devices. Here’s a look at the key details about them:

SmartThings Cam

Although many indoor cameras are restricted to a 130-degree view, the SmartThings Cam lets you monitor your home with a 145-degree view with a wide-angle camera. The device has a full HD camera and it also comes with a feature of night vision.

The SmartThings Cam lets you monitor your family and home sitting from anywhere by using SmartThings app. The device automatically sends you a notification if it finds something suspicious. It has the ability to distinguish between people, pets and cars. The two-way audio built-in feature also allows you to communicate easily by using your smartphone with the device.

The device is equipped with 24 hours of cloud storage at no additional cost. But to get this, you need to connect up to four SmartThings Cams. If you are willing to connect up to 8 SmartThings cams then apart from the additional storage, the device will offer you 30 days of premium Cloud Storage that will cost you $7.99 per month or $80 per year. The device can connect with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and, Bixby. Right now, the device has been launched in the US only and it holds a price tag of $90.

SmartThings Wi-Fi Smart Plug

In its new line of devices, Samsung has also introduced SmartThings Wi-Fi Smart Plug. Using the Smart Plug, you can connect every single lamp, small appliance or electronic device by voice control support. The device is compact and it does not have any USB port on the side. It can be manually switched on/off when the internet or power goes out.

The device comes with support for Bixby, Google Assistant, and Alexa, and it can be purchased at a price tag of $18

SmartThings Smart Bulb

The Smart Bulb by Samsung is touted to be cost efficient as well as energy efficient. The Bulb can emit a warm white light that can be dimmed and controlled with the help of voice assistance according to your requirements. The Smart Bulb can be controlled via voice using Bixby, Google Assistant or Alexa. SmartThings Hub and the SmartThings App can also be used to control the device.

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[Video] Samsung Tab S5e Unboxing, First Impressions along with book cover keyboard

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[Video] Samsung Tab S5e Unboxing, First Impressions along with book cover keyboard

In this video, we do the Samsung Tab S5e Unboxing and give our first impressions. Also at the end of the video, we let you know all about its book cover keyboard attachment. So tune in.

For the unknown, Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e comes with a 10.5-inch sAMOLED display that has an aspect ratio of 16:10 with a screen-to-body ratio of 82%. It comes with  4 speakers with Dolby Atmos powered by AKG. It runs Android 9 Pie operating system skinned with One UI. Under the hood, it pushes in a Qualcomm Snapdragon 670M SoC paired with 4GB of RAM. Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e wraps 64GB of internal storage that can support a microSD card of up to 512GB. Other than that, the tablet also comes pre-loaded with Samsung Dex mode and it can be connected with a Book Cover keyboard using POGO connectors.

Galaxy Tab S5e Technical Specifications

Dimensions 10.5”
Weight 400g (Wi-Fi)
CMF Unibody Metal Design with Immersive Display
Video 10.5-inch sAMOLED (2560×1600)

Screen to body ratio:82%
Audio Rotating Quad Speakers

Dolby Atmos 3D Surround Sound
Performance SDM 670

4GB RAM
OS Android P
Storage 64GB
Camera 13MP+8MP
Battery 7.040mAh + Fast Charging

(14.5 hours of watching video)
Port C Type
Tablet Accessories Key Board Cover (Sold separately) +DEX Mode

 

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Samsung’s new tablet spotted on Geekbench: Here are the key specifications

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Samsung’s new tablet spotted on Geekbench: Here are the key specifications

Samsung yesterday launched two of its new tablets in the Indian market – the Galaxy Tab S5e and the Galaxy Tab A10.1. Both the devices come with a different set of specifications and price tags and will be going on a sale in the next few days. However, just a day after the launch of the new tablets, another leak has online that suggests that the South Korean smartphone maker is working on more than one new tablets. These are expected to give a direct competition to Apple’s iPads. Now, a Samsung tablet with model number SM-T545 has made it to the Geekbench benchmarking platform. The leak reveals some of the key specifications of the tablet along with the benchmark scores of the device.

According to the leak, the upcoming Samsung device with model number SM-T545 is supposed to be a mid-range tablet. The benchmarks listing says that it will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 710 SoC paired with 4GB RAM. The upcoming tablet will run Android 9 Pie skinned with Samsung’s One UI. If the leaks are true, then this could be the first tablet from Samsung to be powered by the Snapdragon 710 SoC. So, it makes the leaked device higher in specifications than the Galaxy Tab S5e.

Talking about the benchmarking scores of the SM-T545, on the Geekbench listing, the tablet has managed to score 929 on single core test and 4,450 on multi-core tests. Other than some of the specifications and the benchmarking score, nothing much is known about the upcoming device.

Moreover, reports also suggest that the company is working on another tablet that will reportedly be powered by a lower Snapdragon 429 SoC. It will be an entry-level tablet and it will have an 8-inch display. However, it will also run Android 9.0 Pie skinned with One UI and it will come with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. The tablet is expected to come in multiple variants, and their model names are SM-T295, SM-T295C, SM-T295N and SM-T297. The new tablets will also be equipped with LTE for connectivity. It is also worth mentioning that the tablet with model number SM-T920 will come with Wi-Fi only for connectivity.

As mentioned above, the company launched two of its new tablets yesterday in the Indian market – Galaxy Tab S5e and the Galaxy Tab A10.1. Both of these tablets come with large displays – while the Galaxy Tab 10.1 sports a 10.1-inch LED display, the other features an S-AMOLED display that has an aspect ratio of 16:10. Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e is powered by a Snapdragon 670 SoC paired with 4GB of RAM. It supports Samsung DeX and it can be paired with an external keyboard with POGO connectors. On the other hand, the Galaxy Tab A10.1 is powered by an Exynos 7904 SoC paired with 2GB of RAM. Both the tablets have Dolby Atmos 3D sound support and they run Android 9.0 Pie skinned with One UI.

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Telegram 5.8 gets the ability to create local groups and add contacts nearby

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Telegram 5.8 gets the ability to create local groups and add contacts nearby

Instant messaging app Telegram has been giving some serious competition to WhatsApp. More and more number of users join the app every day because of the cool features that it offers. The app has now got a new update for its Android as well as iOS users that gets features aimed at local interactivity. The key additions of the update include the ability to add nearby contacts and make local groups. Users will also be able to transfer group ownership and they will get options for Notification Exceptions.

In addition to this, there is a new option to toggle message previews for specific chats and new tools for Search and Delete All. You can download the Telegram update version 5.8 from Google Play Store or Apple’s App Store to get all these new features.

As we mentioned earlier, the update gets the option of adding contacts easily to Android as well as iOS. On updating, you will see that all new chats will come with an ‘Add to Contacts’ button at the top. In addition to this, there is also a button that will let users block other people. There will also be an option of adding nearby contacts by going to Contacts > Add People Nearby. The app will then pull your location using GPS and show you the contact information of all the users nearby.  You can then exchange the contact information with any person nearby, provided he has this section open.

In addition to this, you can also create location-based group chats on Telegram that will be open for all users nearby to join. For creating a location-based group chat, tap ‘Create a Local Group’ and then add people you wish to have in the group. The feature can come in handy in situations like conferences, campuses, festivals, stadium matches and more.

Like we mentioned earlier, the ability to transfer group ownership also comes with the update. The admin will be able to choose to transfer the ownership of a particular group or channel to another administrator if they want to. The app has a new dedicated button for this that can be found in the group or channel’s profile page.

New options have also been added to Notification Exceptions including the ability to toggle message previews for certain chats, a new option for Search to look for the right chat and an option called ‘Delete All’ to remove all the exceptions that you have added in a single go.

Other than this, Telegram 5.8 also comes with Siri Shortcuts for iOS users that enable users to open chats just by issuing a command to Apple’s digital assistant. The Appearance settings on iOS have also been altered so it can be seen what the themes will look like before you apply them.

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Realme’s smartphone with Samsung’s 64MP main camera sensor to launch in India first

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Realme’s smartphone with Samsung’s 64MP main camera sensor to launch in India first

Earlier this year, Samsung showcased its 64MP sensor, which, we should mention, is the highest ever resolution for a smartphone lens so far. Following this, a number of reports surfaced online about Samsung planning to launch a handset with its 64MP camera. Soon, a report also said that Xiaomi will be using Samsung’s camera in its smartphone. Now, Realme has confirmed that its upcoming camera will also come with a 64MP sensor on its back panel.

The news has been confirmed by Realme India CEO Madhav Sheth, who tweeted a photo on his official Twitter handle taken from the 64MP sensor. This is a proof enough that the upcoming smartphone from Realme will come with a 64MP Samsung GW1 camera sensor. In addition to this, Sheth also said that the company will launch the smartphone in India first and then it will be unveiled in international markets.

The photo tweeted by the CEO was reportedly taken with Samsung’s 64MP camera sensor with 1/1.72-inch sensor and 1.6-microns pixel size. The image shared by Sheth is of a city taken from afar and it shows great details and a minimal level of noise. Sheth also said that the upcoming camera is capable of capturing clear shots and has great low-light imaging capabilities. The image comes with a watermark and this suggests that the smartphone will come with a quad-camera setup with the main camera being the 64MP sensor.

Sheath’s tweet read, “The camera sensor in talks is the Samsung’s 64MP ISOCELL Bright GW1 sensor that is capable of capturing 16MP images in low light scenarios through the Tetracell technology introduced by the South Korean tech giant, Samsung. Other than that, the sensor would also support up to 100dbs real-time HDR and it would allow the users to record 1080p slow-motion videos as the sensor comes with Super PD PDAF technology. #DareToLeap.”

Other than the camera setup and the main camera details, no other information about other cameras as well as the smartphone itself are known. Realme is also planning to launch its Realme X and the Realme X Lite in the Indian market in the second half of the year. According to Realme, it had around 7.25% of market hold by the end of Q1 2019. However, the company is aiming for a market share hold of around 12% – 15% by the end of 2019.

Other than a new smartphone with quad-camera setup and 64MP main camera, the company is also aiming to launch a new 5G equipped smartphone in the Indian market. Not much is known about it as of now, but we will update you as we get to know more.

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Gigi Hadid wants a change in copyright law for her Instagram account

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Gigi Hadid wants a change in copyright law for her Instagram account

Everyone has had the feeling at least once in their lives that they should be the ones making decisions on various social media networks. This can particularly be true if you have more than 48 million followers on Instagram. We are talking about Gigi Hadid. The famous model thinks that she should be able to post paparazzi photos on her Instagram account because her participation  – from posing to choosing what she wears for them – is very key and vital. She also believes that this actually invalidates the ownership claims of the photographer.

An agency called Xclusive-Lee has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit this year that says that Hadid posted one of their images on her Instagram account, and this violates the company’s copyright. In response to this, Hadid’s legal team filed a motion to dismiss in which they said that her posting the image was nowhere unfair because she contributed to the image that was captured in form of a smile and her outfit.

The memorandum of support states that Hadid did not infringe on any copyright. It further says that “Ms. Hadid posed for the camera and thus herself contributed many of the elements that the copyright law seeks to protect.” It also said that Hadid creative directed the photograph and not the photographer who took the shot on the streets of New York City. While the picture has now been deleted from Hadid’s Instagram account, it showed her in a denim outfit standing in a street of New York City and smiling.

Furthermore, the team has also said that since Hadid cropped the picture while posting it, she was only emphasizing on her contribution to the image by showing her pose to her followers and she did not show them the composition that was created by the photographer. It is worth mentioning that usually, photographers have full copyright when they capture a shot. This holds particularly true when the image is taken in public. The lawsuit and the arguments that are being made challenge this long-held assumption.

Speaking to technology website The Verge’s Why’d You Push That Button podcast, Tim Hwang, lawyer and director of Harvard and MIT’s Ethics and Governance of AI Initiative said, “The minute I create something, I have copyrights. I have rights over that content, and so really anything I create, if it is taken by someone else without my permission and copied and shared, I do theoretically have the right under the law to get it taken down, to control it, to protect and constrain that content.”

However, he did point out that “fair use” also means that people can skirt around copyright and this is particularly true if the image has been altered meaningfully. This is also considered fair if the person posting the photo is not making money out of it or doing it for a non-profit entity.

According to Hadid’s team, she is not making money from her Instagram account and has not done anything to derive Xclusive of its profits. The team said, “Ms Hadid merely reposted the photograph to her Instagram page and made no effort to commercially exploit it. Her reposting thus reflected a personal purpose different than the photographer’s purpose in taking the photograph, which was to commercially exploit Ms. Hadid’s popularity.”

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