PUBG Lite to be launched in four more countries on FEB 13

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PUBG Lite to be launched in four more countries on FEB 13

PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds or PUBG is currently so popular that it can be rated as the best battle royale game in India right now. It has seen a huge explosion in its player numbers last year and the number just keeps adding. It is available on PC, smartphones and videogame consoles too and it is free to play, mostly.

Earlier, Tencent Games had launched a lighter version of PUBG PC called PUBG Lite for low-end computers. The Lite version of the game would not be graphically demanding so even a low-end computer with normal hardware could support it. It was recently launched but was not released everywhere. And now it will be available in four more countries – Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Indonesia. The game will be available to play in the mentioned countries from 13th February 2019. PUBG Lite was already released in Thailand but now more players from different countries can play it on their computers.

The pre-download of PUBG Lite will begin from 13th February while the beta test servers will begin from 14th February.

The game was first released on PC with one map to play on. It was a graphically intense game which required a high-end PC and graphics card to play on. Then the company kept adding new maps, weapons, skins and seasons which change after every few months to the game. Later it was pushed to Android and iOS where people could download the game from Google Play Store or Apple App Store. And after its release on smartphones its popularity skyrocketed. Being able to play the game anywhere and anytime was the freedom the players needed.

After that it was pushed to gaming consoles to play on which it received similar crowd. And lastly a lite version of PUBG PC was released. With this release the company wants to add more players to the ever-popular game. With the Lite version players would not need a high-end pc or high-end gaming laptops. PUBG Lite is developed so that it could run on low-end hardware. The company has assured that it will offer the same gameplay, experience and interface like its PUBG PC version.

The minimum PC requirements required to play PUBG Lite are as follows: a Windows 7,8,10 operating system, 4GB of RAM, 4 GB internal storage, intel i3 or higher processor and an Intel HD Graphics 4000 or higher. Keep in mind that the game would even run if all the requirements are not met, but it will lag and not run as smoothly.

Earlier, PUBG Mobile’s newest upcoming release 0.11.0 has promised to bring new guns, Air Raid, new skins and the much-awaited Resident Evil Mode. Zombies will feature in this mode and it will be the first time PUBG has brought zombies to the game. With Zombies, players would have to fight players as well as zombies and be the last man standing to get that delicious chicken dinner.

Xiaomi Mi 9 is around the corner: To come with triple rear cameras and Snapdragon 855 SoC

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Xiaomi Mi 9 is around the corner: To come with triple rear cameras and Snapdragon 855 SoC

Xiaomi is soon going to launch the Xiaomi Mi 9. It is said that the smartphone is going to sport a triple rear camera setup and be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon’s 855 processor. From what we know, the triple rear camera setup is going to consist of a 48MP sensor. The smartphone is also expected to come with very fast charging capability. Probably, the Xiaomi Mi 9 is going to be unveiled during the MWC that is scheduled at the end of this month.

In a recent report, the Xiaomi Mi 9 SE also came to light. The report said that the Xiaomi Mi 9 and the Mi 9 SE were certified in China with model numbers M1902F1T/A and M1903F2A respectively. GSM Arena the originator of the report said, that the Mi 9 will launch around the same period as that of its predecessor, Mi 8, that is May last year. It is said that the Xiaomi Mi 9 is going to be designed by the same person who designed the Xiaomi Mi 6, Mi Liu.

The Xiaomi Mi 6 was launched some time ago now. The measurement of the phone is 145.2×70.5×7.5mm and it weighs 168 grams. The smartphone sports an IPS LCD 5.15-inch touchscreen with an aspect ratio of 16:9. It was powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 835 and comes with 4GB or 6GB RAM. The former brings a 64GB internal storage while the latter brings 128GB internal storage. The dual rear camera setup comprises of two 12MP sensors and the selfie camera on the front brings an 8MP sensor.

The Xiaomi Mi 6 brings multiple connectivity options like WiFi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, NFC, Infrared port and USB Type-C. The device is powered by 3,350mAh battery and supports 18W fast charging. The handset comes in various colour options like ceramic black, black, blue and white. Sensors include fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass and barometer.

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Oppo F11 Pro renders are out: Dual rear cameras and full-screen design confirmed

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Oppo F11 Pro renders are out: Dual rear cameras and full-screen design confirmed

An official render has confirmed that the Oppo F11 Pro is going to launch very soon. Earlier we saw the smartphone with front-facing camera with a pop-up in the middle. This resembles the Vivo Nex S. The rear camera of the Oppo F11 Pro is going to come with a 48MP camera that is either going to consist of Samsung ISOCELL GM1 or Sony IMX586 sensor. The front camera on the other hand is going to be incorporated with a 32MP sensor. The dual rear camera on the back is going to come with an LED flash and a regular oval fingerprint scanner.

To talk about the Oppo F11 Pro’s colour, it is going to come with a neat gradient colour that is blue on one side and red on the other side. This colour is reminiscent of the Oppo R17. The Oppo R17 comes in gradient blue and purple neon colours. It sports a 6.4-inch 1,080×2,280 display and is powered by Qualcomm SDM670 processor. The smartphone sports a dual rear camera setup that comprises of a 16MP and a 5MP sensor. The front camera on the other hand, that is meant for taking selfies, comes with a 25MP sensor.

The Oppo R17 has an 8GB RAM coupled with 128GB internal storage. There is also a dedicated microSD card slot that can hold up to 256GB of data. As mentioned, the front facing camera of the Vivo F11 Pro resembles the Vivo NEX S that was launched in the middle of 2018. It sports a Super AMOLED 6.59-inch capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 1,080×2,316 pixels. The Vivo NEX S runs on Android 8.1 Oreo skinned with Funtouch 4. There is an 8GB RAM variant that brings 128GB and 256GB internal storage.

The primary camera consists of two sensors that is 12MP and 5MP. The selfie camera on the front comprises of a single sensor of 8MP. Connectivity options include WiFi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS and USB 2.0. Sensors include fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity and compass. The Vivo NEX S is powered by a large non-removable battery of 4,000mAh and comes in two colour options. These are black and red.

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Flipkart Asus OMG! Days Sale reaches its last day of sale

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Flipkart Asus OMG! Days Sale reaches its last day of sale

Flipkart Asus OMG! Days Sale has entered its last day, 9th February. The sale started on 6th February and in it Asus is offering huge discounts, price cuts and offers on all their smartphones. Asus started the OMG! Days sale to celebrate its 2 million smartphone units sold in 2018.

People who are planning to buy good smartphones in low prices can go for any Asus phone right now as the company has reduced its phones prices. There are offers and discounts on Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2, Zenfone Max M2, Zenfone Max Pro M1 and its flagship the Zenfone 5Z as well.

Currently, the Zenfone Max Pro M2 is available at Rs 11,999 for the 3GB RAM and 32GB storage version, while the 4GB RAM and 64GB storage variant is selling for Rs 13,999. The Max Pro M2 is on sale for the first time, the phone comes with Gorilla Glass 6 protection and a Snapdragon 660SoC.

Similarly, the Zenfone Max Pro M1 which is the predecessor of the M2 is selling for Rs 8,499 (3GB + 32GB storage) instead of its original price of Rs 10,999. The other variants of the M1 is also Rs 1,500 less than their original prices. The Max Pro M1 comes with Snapdragon 636 and has a huge 5,000mAh battery. The Zenfone Max M2 is selling for Rs 8,999 in the OMG! Days Sale, originally it sold for Rs 12,999. And all the variants of the M2 is selling Rs 1,000 off their original prices.

The Zenfone Lite L1 which was Asus’s reply to Xiaomi’s Redmi 6 is being sold for Rs 4,999 which is the lowest it has been till now. Its current price is even lower than its competitor which sells for Rs 5,999. Originally, the Lite L1 was priced at Rs 6,999.

And the company’s flagship, the Zenfone 5Z which has the Snapdragon 845SoC and was brought to compete with the OnePlus 6. It is on a huge Rs 8,000 discount and is being sold at Rs 24,999 for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. This price is lowest it has ever been on this phone, in this sense it is lower than OnePlus 6. Currently it falls on the market level of Poco F1 which is priced in this range and has more or less the same specifications as the 5Z.

Moreover, there is no cost EMIs on the leading bank’s credit or debit card and Bajaj Finance card on purchase of the phones on sale. There is also Flipkart’s Complete Mobile Protection Plan on each phone on sale at a nominal price.

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Top 16 smartphones that emit the most radiation

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Top 16 smartphones that emit the most radiation

People today have become so dependent on smartphones that they would be disabled if we were to remove the phones from their daily lives. Be it to talk, read, watch, socialize, navigate or to listen to music, our smartphones have become a part of our lives. It has become an inseparable part of us, but sometimes one thinks if such close proximity is good. There might be many benefits from the use of smartphones but every coin has two sides. As a recent report by Statista found out that some of the most used and popular smartphones were emitting dangerous levels of radiation. Such levels of radiation is not good for human health.

There is no universal guideline for safe SAR levels, the German certification for environmental friendliness ‘Der Blaue Engel’ (Blue Angel) only certifies phones which have absorption rate of less than 0.60 watts per kilogram. In US, SAR levels at or below 1.6 watts per kilogram is permitted while their European counterparts allows SAR levels of under 2 watts per kilogram. And India follows the US model of allowing and measuring SAR levels which is 1.6 watts per kilogram.

On that note and on the latest report of Statista, here is the top 16 phones which emit the most SAR levels:

Xiaomi Mi A1

Mi A1SAR level: 1.75 W/kg

OnePlus 5T

OnePlus 5T

SAR level: 1.68 W/kg

Xiaomi Mi Max 3

Mi Max 3
Mi Max 3

SAR level: 1.58 W/kg

OnePlus 6T

OnePlus 6T
OnePlus 6T

SAR level: 1.55 W/kg

HTC U12life

HTC U12life
HTC U12life

SAR level: 1.48W/kg

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3

Mi Mix 3
Mi Mix 3

SAR level: 1.45 W/kg

Google Pixel 3 XL

Google Pixel 3 XL
Google Pixel 3 XL

SAR level: 1.39 W/kg

OnePlus 5

OnePlus 5
OnePlus 5

SAR level: 1.39 W/kg

Apple iPhone 7

Apple iPhone 7
Apple iPhone 7

SAR level: 1.38 W/kg

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact

SAR level: 1.36 W/kg

HTC Desire 12/12+

HTC Desire 12/12+
HTC Desire 12/12+

SAR level: 1.34 W/kg

Google Pixel 3

Google Pixel 3
Google Pixel 3

SAR level: 1.33 W/kg

OnePlus 6

OnePlus 6
OnePlus 6

SAR level: 1.33 W/kg

Apple iPhone 8

Apple iPhone 8
Apple iPhone 8

SAR level: 1.32 W/kg

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5

SAR level: 1.29 W/kg

ZTE Axon 7 Mini

ZTE Axon 7 Mini
ZTE Axon 7 Mini

SAR level: 1.29 W/kg

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Gigabyte AORUS AD27QD launched in India: A tactical gaming monitor

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Gigabyte AORUS AD27QD launched in India: A tactical gaming monitor

At the Indian Gaming Show, Gigabyte AORUS AD27QD tactical gaming monitor was launched. This monitor takes PC games to a whole new level, which can be set up for games like PUBG, CS:GO, Dota 2. It also provides excellent experience in games like Battlefield V and Anthem. The AORUS AD27QD is a 27-inch flat screen frameless monitor which sports an IPS panel with QHD 2,560X1,440, 2K display. It provides a 144Hz refresh rate in 1ms response time. The viewing angles supported are up to 178 degrees and it meets 95% DCI-P3 standards along wit 10bitscolor.

The AORUS AD27QD monitor has passed VESA certified Display HDR400 standards that is meant to provide users with spectacular display quality. Also, the monitor has been incorporated with AMD Radeon Free technology that can provide gamers with a fluent gaming experience in order to provide the game without picture stripping. The outer design of the monitor is to replicate the flight of the falcon pursuing its prey. There is a falcon diving on the side of the monitor’s stand and wings flapping with the flash of the LED light at the back.

There is a handle on top of the stand which will help users to move the monitor conveniently. Also, there is a rubber cable tie below the ports and a reserved hole at the bottom of the stand. This has been made so that the cables can connect smoothly without mingling up with each other. The AORUS AD27QD has several features that includes black equalizer, aim stabiliser, game assist, hardware information dashboard and OSD Sidekick, to name a few. These features are meant to help gamers gain more control in the game and their PC.

The AORUS AD27QD uses a joystick to control the OSD Sidekick. Also, the OSD Sidekick software can be used to adjust the monitor with the help of the mouse. The device is set with a PIP/PBP display mode that can let you display 2 screens in one monitor. Furthermore, the AORUS AD27QD monitor has an anti-blue light filter along with flicker free features.

There is a dedicated USB port that provides up to 5V/1.5A quick charge facility to charge mobile phones. Lastly, this monitor can spin 90 degrees for a vertical screen view, rotate 20 degrees sideways and 5to21 degrees up/down. The height of this monitor can be adjusted to 130 cm. Price is yet to be announced.

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2019 iPhones to come with varying notches and USB Type-C

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2019 iPhones to come with varying notches and USB Type-C

The iPhone XS, XS Max and XR successors are going to launch towards the latter half of this year. A few things regarding the upcoming smartphones by Apple have come to light. It is said that the iPhone XS Max successor is going to have a wider notch compared to its predecessor. Also, it has been said that some of these successors are going to be incorporated with USB Type-C connector. However, it is not confirmed yet if Apple will let go of the lightning port to introduce the USB-C because it has been seen to make prototypes with both these ports.

The iPhone XR successor, according to reports by GSM Arena, is going to come in a green colour option too. In this regard, Apple will let go of some other hue. It has not been confirmed, however, whether it will get rid of black, white, yellow, coral, red or blue hues. Also, it has been rumoured that it will come with a dual rear camera setup. The next generation iPhone XS Max, on the other hand, is tipped to come with a triple rear camera setup. GSM Arena also speculates that prices of these new models are going to remain the same as their predecessor.

Industry insiders also suggest that the iPhone XR successor might cost $749 that is roughly Rs 52,679. The next generation iPhone XS is expected to cost $999 that is roughly Rs 70,929. Lastly, the iPhone XS Max is supposed to cost $1,099 that is roughly Rs 78,029. To recall, the iPhone XS Max sports a 6.5-inch 1,242×2,688 display and be powered by a Hexa-core processor. It was launched with iOS 12 out-of-the-box and is upgradable to iOS 12.1.3. It has a single RAM variant of 4GB that brings three storage variants—64GB, 256GB and 512GB. There is a dual rear camera setup which comprises of two 12MP sensors.

The selfie camera on the other hand consist of a 7MP sensor. In terms of battery, the iPhone XS Max houses a 3,174mAh battery. Connectivity options include WiFi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, NFC and USB 2.0.  It comes in three colour options—space gray, silver and gold.

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Opera is getting back its VPN, but this time it will be in-built in your browser

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Opera is getting back its VPN, but this time it will be in-built in your browser

Opera has announced that it is working on a free VPN that will come in-built in its Android browser. The company further said that with the feature, it will be harder for websites or ISPs to track users’ internet usage. It also added that the free VPN feature will not collect information that travels through it.

Opera’s new feature has already started rolling out in the beta version of its app and the company said that it plans to test it “for some time.” We should mention that this isn’t the first time that Opera has brought a VPN service to the Android platform. However, last time, the service came in the form of a standalone app, which was made available for Android as well as iOS.

But in April last year, the VPN app by Opera was discontinued on both the mobile platforms. In case you missed the service, Opera’s announcement should make you happy. What’s even better this time is that you don’t need another app in your smartphone to get the service. If you use the Opera browser, you will have access to the VPN by default. And it is worth pointing out that this feature may lead to increased adoption of the Opera browser, while the standalone app did not guarantee this.

Opera’s beta app offers a couple of different option in which you can use the VPN service. For starters, you can select manually which continents you wish your virtual location to be in, although the default option for this is ‘Optimal’. Furthermore, you can also choose when exactly you want to VPN feature to apply.

Users also have the option of choosing VPN to be used only for web-pages that have been opened in private tabs, and they can disable it when they access to search engines for more relevant results that can only show up if they are able to track your location.

The VPN feature is rolling out in the beta version of the Android app in a phased manner. So don’t be surprised if your friends get it before you do. However, we should mention that Opera has said that users’ internet speed may be affected by routing your traffic through the service. And as of now, there is no word on whether the VPN feature will also be made available on Opera’s iOS browser.

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Honor 8C also gets a price cut for a limited period

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Honor 8C also gets a price cut for a limited period

Huawei’s sub-brand Honor has announced a temporary price cut of its Honor 8C that was launched in November last year. No deadline for the discount period has been announced as of yet. The Honor 8C has been listed on Amazon.in in black and blue colour options. Only one out of two RAM variants has been set with a price discount. The 4GB variant coupled with 32GB storage costs Rs 10,999 and the same RAM variant coupled with the 64GB storage costs Rs 12,999. The discount of Rs 1,000 is available on the 32GB version only.

Furthermore, Amazon has listed offers from Jio which is giving benefits worth Rs 4,450 and 100GB of 4G benefit. Also, Axis Bank is offering 5 percent instant discount to credit and debit card holders even on EMI transactions. There is a 5 percent cashback up to Rs 1,000 for Amazon Pay EMI transaction.

Also, there are no-cost EMI options for HDFC credit card and debit card holders. These offers are also applicable for a limited period of time. To recall, the Honor 8C sports an IPS LCD 6.26-inch capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 720×1,520 pixels.

It runs Android 8.1 Oreo skinned with EMUI 8.2. The device is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 processor and has a dual rear camera setup. This dual camera setup comprises of a 2MP and a 13MP sensors. The selfie camera on the front consists of an 8MP sensor.

There is a dedicated microSD card slot available too that can hold up to 256GB data. Connectivity options include WiFi 802.11, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS and microUSB 2.0. The Honor 8C packs a huge battery of 4,000mAh.

The smartphone comes in three colour options that includes midnight black, aurora blue and platinum gold. The dimensions of thee Honor 8C are 157.2 x 76 x 0mm and it weighs 167 grams. Sensors of this handset includes fingerprint, accelerometer, proximity and compass.

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A mysterious Google smartphone with Android 10 spotted on Geekbench

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A mysterious Google smartphone with Android 10 spotted on Geekbench

We are waiting for the Google Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 XL Lite to be launched. The two devices are said to offer flagship features at a relatively affordable price. While some reports have suggested that Google will be taking wraps off the two affordable smartphones at its I/O 2019 conference, others are not very specific and have only said that the devices will be launched in the middle of 2019.

While fans have been waiting for Pixel 3 XL and Pixel 3 XL Lite, a new smartphone by Google has surfaced online on Geekbench. And, the smartphone holds the name Google Pixel 4 on it.

Yes, that’s correct. While we were trying to figure out what exactly Pixel 3 XL and Pixel 3 XL Lite will be like via various leaks and reports, Google Pixel 4 got spotted online by Nashville Chatter. We should also mention that Google Pixel 4 smartphone also carries the codename Sargo, which was earlier also used for Pixel 3 Lite devices. And we all know that Google always opts for fish names when it comes keeping codenames for its smartphones.

While we still don’t know about the processor of the smartphone or its camera specifications, we have learnt of some information via the leak that may surprise some. To begin with, Google Pixel 4 smartphone, according to the listing, will sport 2GB of RAM and run on the upcoming Android 10.

Since the device has shown up on Geekbench, we should mention its scores too. It scored a 744 in the single core score and managed a 3201 in the multi-core score. If we go by these, we can’t really be sure if a powerful chipset from Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 800 series has been used.

Google-Pixel-4
Image courtesy: Nashville Chatter

Having said that, we should point out that the chances of this leaked information can be false, and the smartphone that has shown up may just be a prototype.

Another possibility is that this smartphone is actually Google Pixel 3 Lite or Pixel 3a – basically a cheaper Pixel device. Two things point towards this possibility. Firstly, other leaks related to Pixel 3 Lite also carried the codename ‘Sargo’. And secondly, specifications like 2GB RAM and the aforementioned Geekbench score, cannot really belong to a flagship smartphone.

With these two things in mind, we can assume that this is an affordable smartphone by Google. However, even is the device is a mid-ranger, 2GB RAM is not exactly reasonable. If the leak is correct, we suspect Google would be banking on its software optimization to offer a smooth experience to its users.

The possibility of the smartphone being a prototype unit cannot also be ruled out, as it may just be a smartphone to demonstrate the Android 10 experience before the Android update is released for the public.

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Sony A6400 mirrorless camera launched in India with a price tag of Rs 75,990

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Sony A6400 mirrorless camera launched in India with a price tag of Rs 75,990

Sony added the A6400 mirrorless camera to its arsenal in India. This cam falls in the APS-C mirrorless camera lineup in the country. People can purchase the camera from today onwards from Sony Centre outlets, and other major electronic stores. According to Sony, A6400 has the fastest autofocus acquisition speed of 0.02 seconds along with real-time Eye AF and tracking.

The price of Sony A6400 is Rs 75,990 for the body, throw a 16-55mm lens and the price becomes Rs 85,990. With an 18-135mm lens the price shoots up to Rs 1,09,990. Its design is somewhat similar to Sony A5100 but that’s about it as it packs much better specifications with a hybrid autofocus like the type used in Sony’s flagship camera the A7R III. Which also uses 425 points phase detection.

The real-time Eye AF it has does what it says, it uses AI to identify if there is a person whose picture is being taken and focuses on the person’s eyes. Then it adjusts the speed and accuracy of the picture. It works on animals as well so this camera becomes a great choice for wildlife enthusiasts.

The camera has a 24.2MP Exmor CMOS image sensor and Bionz X image processor for taking photos. The processor gives the camera an ability to shoot up to 11 fps with mechanical shutter, but when the camera is put in the silent shooting mode it goes even further to give 8 fps. Now that is impressive. But with the silent shooting the continuous AE and AF must be turned on.

The ISO range of Sony A6400 ranges from 100 to 32,000. This means it can handle low-light shooting extremely well. It can also record 4K videos without pixelating and has a 180-degree viewfinder tilt function that proves useful in many situations. The camera also comes with connectivity options like built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC. So photos and videos can be imported or exported to and from online sources or an external device.

The camera, however, misses out on in body image stabilization department. It has an NP-FW50 battery with USB port for charging the battery. It also comes with a USH-1 card slot for storing the captured images. It also has a low-resolution viewfinder, which maxes at 2.4 million dot XGA OLED.

We feel, the camera would be loved by the wildlife photographers because of its Eye AF for capturing the real wild, the high ISO range for the low light situations and the ability to capture and record in extreme low fps for those fast-moving animals, creatures or objects.

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Samsung Galaxy S10E Canary Yellow image leaked, dimensions of all Galaxy S10 variants tipped

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Samsung Galaxy S10E Canary Yellow image leaked, dimensions of all Galaxy S10 variants tipped

As the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S10 smartphones draws near, renders, reports and information about the handsets has increasingly been circulating on the internet. The company is set to launch three variants of the smartphone this year – Samsung Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+ and Galaxy S10E.

The series is all set to launch this month on February and now, a new render leak has surfaced online that shows the Galaxy S10E’s Canary Yellow colour option. We should mention that this is the first time that we have got a glimpse of what the Canary Yellow colour variant of Samsung Galaxy S10 will look like.

The renders have been leaked by tipster Ishan Agarwal in collaboration with MySmartPrice on Twitter. In the image that has been shared, we can see a smartphone with a metallic frame that sports the Infinity-O display.

The glossy back panel of the Samsung Galaxy S10E smartphone is shown to be of Canary Yellow colour and they house the dual rear camera setup of the smartphone. We should mention that the cameras on the back panel of the smartphone are stacked horizontally and Samsung’s logo sits right in the centre.

Since this is the Samsung Galaxy S10E, it does not come with an in-display fingerprint scanner and has a physical fingerprint sensor instead. In the renders, the fingerprint sensor of the smartphone can be seen on its right edge and the volume rocker and a dedicated Bixby button can be seen on the left edge of the device.

Agarwal has also shared an image that has all the colour variant of the smartphone, besides the Ceramic ones. He has also said that the Blue colour option will be made available later than other colour variants.

That’s not all. The tipster also spoke about the dimensions of all the three smartphone variants that are set to be launched by Samsung.

Samsung Galaxy S10E, which is the smallest among the lot, is said to come with 5.8-inch display and will measure 142.5×70.5×8.1mm. Samsung Galaxy S10 has been leaked to come with a 6.1-inch display and its dimensions will be 149.9×71.6×8.1mm. The most premium of all, Samsung Galaxy S10+, is said to have a 6.4-inch display and will measure 157.0×75.3×8.1mm. So, while the screen sizes of all the three smartphones are different, the company has tried to keep them all thin. The reason why Samsung Galaxy S10+ is relatively thicker than the others is that it reportedly houses a larger 4,000mAh battery.

Samsung is all set to launch the Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+ and Galaxy S10E smartphones at an event in San Francisco that has been scheduled for February 20. The technology giant has also hinted that it may launch the foldable phone at the event too.

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How to end your Amazon Prime subscription

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How to end your Amazon Prime subscription

Amazon Prime accounts can be really amazing. Firstly, you get a free trial period of 30 days and the first product you order after starting your subscription is going to come with free shipping. However, you might want to end your subscription period in case you have grown bored of it or it is not as relevant to you anymore.

In this article we are going to guide you on how you can end your Amazon Prime subscription. For desktop and mobile, there are two different ways of doing it. So, first we will tell you how to end your subscription on desktop. Here are the steps:

  • Go to the Amazon Prime cancellation page. This will take you to “End your Amazon Prime Membership” page
  • Now click on “End Membership”
  • Now you will be in front of the sign in page. Login to your Amazon Prime account with the help of your email ID and password
  • After this, you will find the “Continue to Cancel” button. It is situated at the bottom of the page.
  • Next you will see two options. You can either click on “End Now” that will cancel your subscription for the rest of the ongoing billing period. Or you can click “End on [Date] which will allow you to use it until it is set to renew

The above is how you can get rid of your Amazon Prime subscription on desktop. For smartphones, the method is slightly different. Here are the steps for your assistance:

  • Open the Amazon app on your smartphone
  • Tap on the three-line icon situated on the top-left hand corner of the screen
  • In the pop-out menu which opens, click on Your Account>Account settings>Manage Prime Membership
  • Now login to your Amazon Prime account with your email ID and password
  • The page that appears next, scroll down and at the bottom you will find the End Membership>I Do Not Want My Benefits>End Membership
  • Just like in desktop, you will find the “End Now” and “End on [Date]” options. Click either of them depending on what suits you best

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Assassin’s Creed 3 remastered has been announced, releasing on March 29

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Assassin’s Creed 3 remastered has been announced, releasing on March 29

Ubisoft has unboxed a surprise. It will come with a remastered version of Assassin’s Creed 3 soon. The concept of this game is based on the American revolution and is played as half-English, half Mohawk, also known as Connor. Assassin’s Creed was released earlier for the Xbox 360, PS3 and PC a year after Assassin’s Creed revelations. This was the final part of the series’ Ezio Collection. Ubisoft, along with the announcement of this remastered game also launched its trailer. The game is slated to launch on March 29.

From the trailer, we can make out that the game is going to get a 4K visual upgrade with HDR support. Plus, it is incorporated with excellent visual tones. Assassin’s Creed 3 remastered version is going to include all the DLC that is part of the original Assassin’s Creed 3. This includes Benedict Arnold and Hidden Secrets missions, the “Tyranny of King Washington” alternate storyline. Also, it is going to include a remastered version of Assassin’s Creed 3: Liberation which is based on the New Orleans freedom struggle during the 18th Century.

Though the game is going to launch on March 29 for PS4, Xbox One, PC, Ubisoft has not launched it for the Nintendo Switch. To recall, back during late 2017, Ubisoft had released the Ezio collection for the same lineup of platforms. Assassin’s Creed is still an old game. However, PUBG being a recent one has made a score of players across the world. The latest update about PUBG is that it’s 0.11.0 update is going to launch for mobiles very soon. This is going to bring the much-awaited Zombies mode.

Apart from this, the version is going to have boss level enemies from Resident Evil 2. PUBG and Resident Evil 2 have collaborated to make this exciting new feature to your mobile screens soon. The game has already been made available for the ones who are enrolled in the beta programme. The exact date of the 0.11.0 version launch is not known as of yet, but it is expected to launch soon.

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12 things you need to know about the new Moto G7 smartphones

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12 things you need to know about the new Moto G7 smartphones

Motorola yesterday took wraps off its Moto G7, Moto G7 Plus, Moto G7 Play and Moto G7 Power smartphones at an event in Brazil. The launch is the first important smartphone announcement of the year and Motorola’s lineup has something for everyone. Here are 12 things you should know about the newly launched smartphones in the Moto G7 lineup:

You’ll get the best displays on Moto G7 and Moto G7 Plus

Moto G7 display

If the display is an important aspect for you when you are looking to buy a smartphone, you should pick either Moto G7 or Moto G7 Plus. Both the smartphones sport a 6.24-inch full-HD+ Max Vision display that comes with a water-drop shaped notch on the top. Among all the four smartphones, these two will give you the most screen space.

If you like the traditional notch, pick the Moto G7 Power or Moto G7 Play

Moto G7 display 2

There are those who prefer the traditional notch over the waterdrop-shaped notch (we wonder why?). However, if you also have such a preference, you should either go for the Moto G7 Power or Moto G7 Play smartphones. Both of them have an iPhone X-like traditional notch. While Moto G7 Power has a 6.2-inch HD+ display, Moto G7 Play sports a 5.7-inch HD+ Max Vision display.

Moto G7 has the most powerful processor of all

Moto G7 processor

Moto G7 is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 processor, which is the most powerful among the chipsets that are used in the four smartphones. Moto G7 Plus, Moto G7 Power and Moto G7 Play, on the other hand, are powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 632 processor.

The biggest battery is housed in the Moto G7 Power

Who does not have battery woes? Most of us are used to carrying power banks around just because we fear that our smartphone will run out of battery. However, if you don’t wish to live that life anymore, you can pick the Moto G7 Power which houses a massive 5,000mAh battery. The other smartphones – Moto G7, Moto G7 Plus and Moto G7 Play – come with 3,000mAh batteries.

The best dual rear cameras can be found in Moto G7 Plus

Moto G7 Plus camera

 

If you are a photography lover, Moto G7 Plus is the device for in the Moto G7 series. The smartphone has the best camera among the four newly launched smartphones and it sports a dual rear camera setup with a 16MP sensor (f/1.7 lens) and a 5MP sensor (f/2.2 lens). While Moto G7 also has a dual rear camera, it comprises of a 12MP and a 5MP sensor. Moto G7 Power and Moto G7 Play come with only a primary camera on their respective rear panels. While Moto G7 Power houses a 12MP camera, Moto G7 Play sports a 13MP lens.

The Moto G7 Plus also has the best selfie camera

Moto G7 selfie camera

Do you love clicking selfies? If the answer is yes, even then your pick should be the Moto G7 Plus as the smartphone comes with a 12MP front-facing snapper – which is the best among the four smartphones. Moto G7, Moto G7 Play and Moto G7 Power, on the other hand, come with an 8MP selfie camera.

Moto G7 and Moto G7 Plus offer the most storage

Moto G7 storage

If you prefer to have more onboard storage on a smartphone, then you should go for Moto G7 or Moto G7 Plus among the newly launched devices. They both come with 4GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage and can hold microSD cards of up to 512GB. Moto G7 Power has 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, and Moto G7 Play comes with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage.

All the smartphones run the latest Android version

Moto G7 Android

Moto G7, Moto G7 Plus, Moto G7 Power and Moto G7 Play are all powered by the Android 9.0 Pie operating system, which is the latest update of the OS that is currently available.

All come with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and are water-resistant

Moto G7 water-resistant

Another common feature of the four smartphones is that they all house fingerprint scanners on their respective back panels. Other than this, all the four devices are water resistant too, which we think is a big plus.

Moto G7 Power has only one colour variant, but the others have more

Moto G7 Power

You will get to choose between colour variants in most of the variants of Moto G7. While Moto G7 Plus is available in Indigo and Ruby colours, Moto G7 can be bought in Onyx and Polar Onyx colours variants. Moto G7 Play is available in Gold and Indigo colours. However, Moto G7 Power is the only exception to this as it is only available in Indigo colour.

The most affordable of the four smartphones is Moto G7 Play

Moto G7 Power battery

The most affordable offering among the four devices is Moto G7 Play, which is priced at $999. And the most expensive among the lot is Moto G7 Plus, which is priced at $1,899. Moto G7 and Moto G7 Power are available at $1,599 and $1,399 respectively.

We only about Moto G7 Power’s India availability as of now

Moto G7 Plus fingerprint sensor

Considering that India is an important market for Motorola, all 0four smartphones are expected to launch in the country. However, as of now we only that Moto G7 Power will be launched in India “in the next few weeks”. Although there is no word on other smartphones’ availability, we are expecting to see them getting launched with Moto G7 Power too.

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Instagram announced it will add IGTV content to its main feed

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Instagram announced it will add IGTV content to its main feed

Instagram announced that they would start showing the content from IGTV to the user’s main feed. The company said that they will add one-minute videos to user’s main feed as ‘previews’ and if the user wished to see the entire content, they could go to the content poster’s profile and watch the full video. Earlier users had the option to open the IGTV app whenever they wanted to see it, but the company has made it so that the users will view the content of the IGTV whether they want to or not.

IGTV was a standalone service launched by Instagram last year so that creators can share more content with their followers. The users can choose to see or not the content even if it was from someone they followed. But the company has made it so that it won’t happen again. It wants to ‘force-feed’ the IGTV content to the users.

With this decision, Instagram wants the user to use and consume more of IGTV videos and this move just might help boost the usage of IGTV. They also stated that they wanted to make it easier to discover and watch IGTV videos.

With IGTV, Instagram wished to rival YouTube as a video sharing platform, but the company should note that it is walking a very thin line here. If the users are overwhelmed or they are getting too much of IGTV content on Instagram, which they didn’t ask for, then they just might uninstall the IGTV app or unfollow people who makes IGTV videos to get rid of the ‘problem’ on Instagram.

Instagram added their stories section some time back where users can see and interact with the stories of all the people they follow. The thing about stories is that they disappear after 24 hours and also it doesn’t take much of the main feed’s space. The stories section appears on top of the Instagram app as a horizontal strip and it doesn’t bother the main feed. But if IGTV is being added to appear on the main feed of the user it would be problematic for some users, as they wouldn’t want it on their main feed at all. So, this step could backfire for the company.

CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that Instagram has more than 500 million daily users. So, it will all come down to one thing: majority. If majority of users don’t like this new Instagram feature it would be problematic for the company. But if the users accept this feature the company and the creators would benefit from it.

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Vivo V15 Pro listed on Amazon India ahead of February 20 launch

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Vivo V15 Pro listed on Amazon India ahead of February 20 launch

Vivo has sent out an invite for its V15 Pro smartphone. According to the invite the smartphone is supposed to come with a pop-up selfie camera and will launch on February 20. A lot of its tech specs have also come to lights thanks to leaks and rumour mills. Now the phone has been listed on Amazon and that has put an end to all the speculations. On the Amazon listing, we see some of the key highlights that define what kind of phone will the Vivo V15 Pro will be.

The listing confirms that the smartphone will feature a whopping 32MP unit for selfies and video calls in addition to the triple rear camera setup. Apart from having a 48MP primary sensor, the Vivo V15 Pro will sport a quad-pixel sensor, which means that it has a 12MP camera in effect. The device is going to feature a bezel-less Super AMOLED screen and be powered by Adreno 612 GPU. The handset will supposedly come with 6GB RAM coupled with 128GB internal storage. When it comes to imaging, the 48MP rear camera sensor will be accompanied by an 8MP and a 5MP sensor with enhanced autofocus.

The expected price of the smartphone is Rs 31,990. To speak of pricing, the Vivo V11 and Vivo V11 Pro smartphones received a price cut five days back. The former received a price drop of Rs 1,000, that makes its price come down to Rs 19,990 from Rs 20,990. The Vivo V11 Pro on the other hand received a Rs 2,000 price cut. Where it costed Rs 25,990, it is now available at a price of Rs 23,990.

The Vivo V11 Pro sports a super AMOLED 6.41-inch capacitive touchscreen and runs on Android 8.1 Oreo skinned with Funtouch 4.5. It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor.

There is only a single RAM variant of 6GB that brings two internal storage options—64GB and 128GB. There is a dual rear camera setup on this smartphone that consists of a 12MP and a 5MP sensor. The front camera, that is meant for selfies on the other hand, brings a 25MP sensor. Connectivity options include WiFi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, FM Radio and microUSB 2.0.

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Last day to get discounts on Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro, Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A

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Last day to get discounts on Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro, Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A

Xiaomi has announced a temporary price cut on three of its smartphones. These smartphones include the Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro, Redmi 6 and the Redmi 6A. The discount ranges from Rs 500 to Rs 2,000 for some of the variants. These offers are available at Xiaomi’s official website, Amazon.in and Flipkart. Also, apart from this, there are other offers available as well. The 4GB RAM variant of the Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro will be available at Rs 10,999 instead of its original price, that is Rs 12,999. When it comes to the 3GB RAM variant, it will come for RS 8,999 instead of Rs 10,999.

The discount offers started two days ago and today is the last day to get it. The 2GB RAM variant of the Xiaomi Redmi 6A is available at a cost of Rs 6,499 because of a Rs 500 discount. The original price of this smartphone is Rs 6,999. Now to talk about the Xiaomi Redmi 6. The discount for the Xiaomi Redmi 6 is only applicable for its 3GB RAM coupled with 64GB internal storage. While its original price is Rs 9,499, it is now available at a Rs 1,000 temporary price cut. Therefore, now the smartphone costs Rs 8,499.

The discount on the Xiaomi Redmi 6 is already available on Flipkart as a part of the Flipkart Super Value Week sale. This offers also has a benefit of 10 percent discount for transactions made through the Axis Bank Buzz credit card. Over that, Flipkart is giving an instant discount worth Rs 1,800 as well as 20GB of extra data to Airtel subscribers. To recall, the Xiaomi Redmi 6 was launched in June last year. The smartphone sports an IPS LCD capacitive 5.45-inch touchscreen. It runs on Android 8.1 Oreo skinned with MIUI 9. The device is powered by Mediatek Helio P22 processor.

There are two RAM variants that the Xiaomi Redmi 6 carries. This includes the 3GB RAM coupled with 32GB onboard storage and 4GB RAM coupled with 64GB onboard storage. With the help of a microSD card, the device can hold up to 256GB of additional data. The dual camera setup includes a 12MP and a 5MP sensor. The front camera on the other hand, that is meant for selfies comes with a 5MP sensor.

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Apex Legends received 10 million players in just 3 Days

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Apex Legends received 10 million players in just 3 Days

Apex Legends is EA’s take on the ever-popular battle royale genre to compete against PUBG and Fortnite. It was launched three days ago by EA Games and Respawn Entertainment, and it was received widely by worldwide audience. In just three days since its launch it has received more than 10 million players with the numbers still growing. But, the question is, will it be able to take on and gain as much popularity as PUBG (PlayerUnknown’s Battle Ground) and Fortnite, the current leaders of the genre.

“In 72 hours, over 10 million players have jumped into Apex Legends and we’ve breached 1 million concurrent players! This has been a truly incredible journey. We tested and tweaked. We argued and agreed. We got to a point where we felt some magic. We knew it would be risky to take the franchise in this direction, to go free to play, and do a surprise launch. But we fell in love with Apex Legends and wanted, needed, other people to play it too,” says Vince Zampella, CEO of Respawn Entertainment.

Currently, Apex Legends is available on Sony PS4, Microsoft Xbox One and PC and its free.

It has been set in the world of Titanfall, which was developed by Respawn Entertainment but Apex Legends is not going to be the 3rd instalment in the Titanfall universe, the company said.

The game is set in the same universe, but the events in Apex Legends unfold after Titanfall 2. It is party to a different section of the Titanfall universe called the ‘Outlands’. Unlike its competitors where the players have to create and design their own characters they want to see and play with, Apex Legends uses class-based character selection. And like the RPGs, each class has a unique personality, skills and abilities which separates them from other characters.

Each character in the game will have an ultimate ability and a passive ability. Some characters might have zip lines or grappling hooks which we saw in Titanfall and other might have toxic chemical weapons and much more. The players can use these unique skills to their advantage and get that kill to win.

The game creators have also designed the environment and the battleground in such a way that it favours different characters and puts them in an advantage with their abilities. Besides their skills, the weapons and armour are found on grounds and other map-locations like the other battle royale games. Death in the game is not permanent unless you are playing ‘solo’, when you are down, a teammate can revive you or take the banner off your ‘dead’ body. Then take that to the respawn beacon to get you back in the fight. You lose your gear and weapons but live to fight again.

Similarities from other battle royale game are many in Apex Legends, like the weapon customizations, backpacks to hold gear, cosmetic and clothing upgrade etc. The company has promised regular updates, new character introductions, fresh content, weapons, challenges and much more in the coming months.

Apex Legends is off to a good start by acquiring more players, but it still has a long way to go if it wants to reach the top level. Games like PUBG have a user base close to 200 million. PUBG and Fortnite are available on Android and iOS as well, which gives them much greater reach and a wider player base. But Apex Legends is not available on mobile devices and the company hasn’t said anything about it.

In the coming days we will see if it becomes the next best battle royale game or be another name on the list of this genre.

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Oppo is adding an app drawer to its ColorOS 6.0

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Oppo is adding an app drawer to its ColorOS 6.0

Chinese smartphone brand Oppo has a surprise in store for its fans. The company’s default launcher is getting an app drawer in the ColorOS 6.0 update. So, if you are someone who doesn’t like to have the app drawer integrated with the smartphone’s home screen, you would no longer need to download a separate launcher for this feature.

According to the company, this is a highly requested feature, but then, we should mention that the feature will not enabled by default and users will have to switch it on from their smartphone’s settings. This information was shared in Realme forums by the company, so it will be made available on Oppo as well as Realme smartphones. Furthermore, the built-in web browser is going to be optimised in the next ColorOS 6, which will minimise battery consumption as compared to third-party alternatives.

It has also been revealed that with the update, users will be able to click pictures from their smartphones just by tapping on the fingerprint sensor.

Recently, Oppo launched its K1 smartphone in the Indian market. The device runs on Android 8.1 Oreo skinned with ColorOS 5.2. It is powered by Qualcomm’s SDM660 Snapdragon 660 SoC and has 4GB and 6GB RAM variants. Both these RAM options bring along an internal storage of 64GBand can hold a microSD card of up to 256GB. On the camera front, the Oppo K1 has a dual rear camera setup that includes a 12MP and a 2MP sensor. The front panel of the device houses a 25MP sensor that can be used to click selfies. Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 660 processor, Oppo K1 runs Android 8.1 Oreo.

The smartphone has a 3,600mAh non-removable battery and comes in blue, red and silver green colours. Its connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS and microUSB 2.0. The smartphone is priced at Rs 16,990 in India and it competes with the likes of Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 and Samsung Galaxy M20.

We should mention that Oppo K1 has was launched in China in a 6GB RAM variant and the company is expected to launch the same variant in India in a few days’ time too.

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Samsung Galaxy F foldable phone’s 3D renders show us what the smartphone may look like

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Samsung Galaxy F foldable phone’s 3D renders show us what the smartphone may look like

In November 2018, Samsung held its developer conference where it showcased its brand new One UI and gave the world the first glimpse at its upcoming foldable phone. But then, Samsung was so secretive about the device that it even dimmed the lights on the stage when they showed the smartphone. So, although we do know that Samsung Galaxy F, which is said to be the name for the foldable phone, works as a tablet that can be folded into a candy bar phone, we still don’t know much about the upcoming handset’s design.

But that wouldn’t be the case anymore. The 3D renders of the Samsung Galaxy F foldable phone have been shared by technology blog LetsGoDigital that show what the design of the foldable phone may be like when it is released. We should mention that the renders that have been shared may not be exactly like the smartphone that will be launched, they do give us an idea about what to expect from the upcoming device.

The Samsung Galaxy F renders are said to be based on the leaked official video ad of the smartphone that gave us a first proper look at the handset. Compared to previous renders of the Samsung Galaxy F that surfaced online, there are a few considerable changes that can be seen in the new renders.

To begin with, the hinge that which fold flat is not segmented like the Microsoft Surface Book hinge in the new set of renders. Furthermore, Samsung Galaxy F can be seen to come with an extremely thin built and this may be because the South Korean technology giant talked about the new polarizer filter during its developer conference. For those unaware, the polarizer filter is 45% thinner. Besides this, the bezels of the smartphone also look thinner than what they were in previous renders.

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Image courtesy: LetsGoDigital

According to prior reports, Samsung Galaxy F will come with a 7.3-inch display and have a resolution of 1,536×2,152 pixels. On being folded, the display of the smartphone will become 4.58-inches in size.

samsung-foldable phone
Image courtesy: LetsGoDigital

It has also been reported that the smartphone will come with two batteries and it is expected to sport a triple rear camera setup. The foldable phone by Samsung is expected to be launched on February 20 along with Galaxy S10 lineup.

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Snapdragon 712 is the newest mid-range offering from Qualcomm

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Snapdragon 712 is the newest mid-range offering from Qualcomm

Qualcomm has announced its newest mid-range processor, the Snapdragon 712 SoC. It is the successor of Snapdragon 710 SoC which was announced an year earlier. Its performance is definitely lesser than the 800 series chipsets which are used in flagship smartphones. But it is a greater performing processor than the 600 series and is far better than the 400 series. The 700 series chipsets from Qualcomm can be seen in many devices by Nokia, Oppo and other smartphone manufacturers who target the mid-range segment.

Unlike Snapdragon 855 SoC, which is far greater than last year’s Snapdragon 845 processor, the Snapdragon 712 chipset will not offer a great improvement from its predecessor but it will definitely come with enhanced features as compared to Snapdragon 710. According to Qualcomm, the newly launched processor would have better support and integration with AI, and the company also claimed that the new processor is ten times faster than its predecessor. Snapdragon 712 processor uses a 10nm-based chip with a 64-bit architecture and it also has an 8X Kyro 360 CPU.

There are no changes in the GPU department as Snapdragon 712 SoC has the same GPU as the Snapdragon 710 processor – the Adreno 616 GPU. It has the Snapdragon X15 modem, which supports downlink of LTE Cat.15 and uplink Cat.13. The processor is clocked at 2.3 GHz which is an upgrade from the Snapdragon 710 Soc, which was clocked at 2.2GHz. It has Quick Charge 4.0+ so we can see an improvement in the charging time and the charging speed.

Audiophiles and music lovers would rejoice as the Snapdragon 712 processor supports TrueWireless Stereo Plus, Aqstic Audio, aptX audio and Broadcast Audio technologies, which would give a better Bluetooth audio and audio quality. And with the removal of headphone jacks from the smartphones it would be a great addition to have this added feature in the chipset. This upgraded processor also keeps the camera support same as its predecessor which can be either a dual camera setup of 20MP or a single camera of 32MP.

Although it has been announced already, the Snapdragon 712 SoC will be launched at MWC 2019 in Barcelona which is scheduled to begin on February 25.

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ViewSonic M1 projector and TD1630-3 LCD-10 point multi-touch monitor launched in India: Price and specifications

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ViewSonic M1 projector and TD1630-3 LCD-10 point multi-touch monitor launched in India: Price and specifications

ViewSonic is out with its new M1 projector in India. The projector is designed to be compact and lightweight and weighs approximately one and half pounds, which makes it very portable. Whether you are carrying it from one room to the other or taking it with you when you go out somewhere, the company says that Viewsonic M1 can handle it all.

The Viewsonic M1 projector features 250 ANSI lumen of brightness, and is engineered with a contrast ratio of 1,20,000:1. Also, there is a short-throw lens that is capable of displaying large images in small spaces.

The projector comes with multiple connectivity options including an HDMI port, USB 2.0 and USB Type-C ports, Audio Out and a microSD card reader. The ViewSonic M1 projector is incorporated with the latest solid-state LED technology which makes it mercury and lamp free. Furthermore, it has support for Full HD (1080) resolution. The projector is compatible with optional PGD-350 3D glasses and comes with an integrated, patent pending Smart Stand that provides simple setup and allows the device to be placed in different positions at almost any angle. This also helps it to increase the lens cover by doubling it.

Once you uncover the lens, the ViewSonic M1 projector gives brightness and makes it available for instant use. It is worth noticing that it has a built-in safety feature which temporarily turns off the lens when objects are very close to the projector. The M1 projector features Dual Harman Kardon speaker and is available at cost of Rs 49,000.

Now let’s talk about the ViewSonic TD1630-3 LCD-10-point multi-touch monitor. This monitor is incorporated with advanced ergonomics, and the display is flexible enough to be adjusted for maximum comfort.

The Monitor provides touchscreen versatility for retail or business settings. In terms of display, the monitor has a 16-inch (15.6” viewable) display with a 10-point multi-touch functionality. For connectivity, the ViewSonic TD1630-3 LCD-10-point monitor comes with VGA and HDMI inputs. The display is compatible with many operating systems including Windows 7/8/10, Linux Kernel 4.X/3.X . The touchscreen provides ultra-responsive touch experience that is suitable for interactivity in retail or business settings. The ViewSonic TR1630-3 monitor is priced at Rs 20,000.

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An Android-exclusive Netflix feature is finally coming to iPhones and iPads

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An Android-exclusive Netflix feature is finally coming to iPhones and iPads

How often do we see an app that is not by Google get exclusive features for its Android users? We have to admit, this is not very common, however, it does happen. Back in July, Netflix joined the small list of such popular apps that have features for its Android users that have not been rolled out for its iOS users.

The feature – Smart Downloads – is basically a clever trick for all Netflix Android users and the popular video streaming service also announced that its iOS users will also be getting it before the end of 2018. While Netflix missed the deadline that it had initially set, it did not fail to keep its promise. On Thursday, Netflix announced that the Smart Downloads is finally ready for iPhones and iPads.

As the name suggests, Smart Downloads is an enhanced version of the Downloads feature that lets users save their favourite Netflix content to their device’s local storage, so that it can be viewed offline later. What’s more, Smart Downloads automatically deletes an episode once it has been watched, and downloads the next one. However, a stable Wi-Fi connection is a must for this feature to work properly.

The feature is heaven sent for those who often forget to delete content from their device’s storage and end up running out of space. With this feature, Netflix says that it aims to make it easier for its users to access their favourite content more easily.

A company spokeswoman said about the new feature, “The faster our members can get to the next episode of their favourite stories, the better. Now, fans on the Netflix iOS app can get in on the fun and convenience of Smart Downloads, spending less time managing their downloads and more time watching. The feature is one more way we’re making it easier for Netflix fans to take the stories they love wherever they go.”

And the best thing about the Smart Downloads is that even if you are watching multiple shows on your device and have downloaded episodes from all of them for offline watching, even when the feature is able to work for all of them.

We must also mention that if you are one of those people who love to have multiple episodes of the same show on your device because you like to watch them again and again, you would have to turn off the Smart Downloads feature so that you can manage your downloaded content on your own.

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Samsung’s new smartwatch to be called Galaxy Watch Active; here’s a look at its specifications

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Samsung’s new smartwatch to be called Galaxy Watch Active; here’s a look at its specifications

It’s not unheard of to see a gadget’s specifications get leaked before its release or announcement. That’s how it has been for years and this time it’s the Samsung’s next smartwatch whose specs got leaked online. According to a report, the next smartwatch by Samsung will be called Samsung Galaxy Watch Active instead of Samsung Gear Sport, which is the name it got back in 2017.

The report, which first surfaced on XDA Developers, also said that the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active will run on Tyzen OS version 4.0.0.3. Previously, it was also revealed that the codename for Samsung’s Watch is Pulse SM-R500.

It is not the first time the South Korean technology giant is stepping in the smartwatch business. Its earlier models of the smartwatches were called the Gear S2, Gear S3 and Samsung Galaxy Watch.

The report also talked about  the specifications of Samsung Galaxy Watch Active, which a developer named ‘deadman96385’ shared with the publication. The 2019 version of Galaxy Watch Active (SM-R500) will reportedly have a 1.3-inch circular display with 360 x 360 pixels resolution. But it looks like the company has cut corners in the performance department of the Galaxy Watch Active as it is using the same processor, the Exynos 9110 which it used in last year’s (2018) Galaxy Watch, according to the report. It is also said to come with a 230mAh battery which is lower than 2017’s Gear Sport which had a 300mAh battery. Furthermore, the 2019 model of the Watch uses the same 5V charger.

Performance aside, if we talk about the features, we can expect that the Watch Active will have Microphone, Speakers and LTE or Bluetooth to communicate and connect with other devices. It could also support e-SIM to make it a device capable of calling and receiving calls. Some other important sensors might include the Accelerometer, Sleep monitor, Stress monitor, Wrist-up sensor, Barometer, Gravity sensor, Gyroscope, Pedometer and an Ambient Light. Since Samsung includes health apps and health sensors on most of its phones we can expect that the Galaxy Watch Active may also come with a heart rate monitor. Samsung Pay can also be included in its long list of features.

While Samsung has not confirmed or commented on this leak yet, we are looking forward to the Galaxy Watch Active getting announced either at the Galaxy Unpacked event or the MWC 2019, both of which are scheduled later this month.

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