Oppo K3 expected to launch in India soon, teased on Amazon India

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Oppo K3 expected to launch in India soon, teased on Amazon India

Chinese technology company Oppo has started teasing its new, upcoming smartphone on Amazon India. The company is all set to launch its Oppo K3 handset in India, that is the successor to its previously launched K1 smartphone. Oppo has set up a dedicated ‘Notify Me’ teaser page on Amazon India, and it is being speculated that it is meant for Oppo K3. But then, we should mention that the page does not have the name of any handset on it.

According to a report in MSP, the company is getting the Oppo K3 to India, that will come with a few additional features and upgrades from its predecessor K1. It is worth pointing out that Oppo launched its K3 smartphone in its home country two months back, so it is very likely that the company is planning to get the device to India too. In China, the Oppo K3 is available in two storage variants – 6GB RAM/64GB storage and 8GB RAM/128GB storage. While the former is priced at RMB 1,599 (approximately Rs 16,000), the latter costs RMB 1,899 (roughly Rs 19,000). We would have to wait for a few more days to get more concrete information on the pricing and availability details of the smartphone in India.

The key feature of the Oppo K3 smartphone is its selfie camera that is housed in a pop-up module. The handset is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 710 processor and comes with the company’s VOOC 3.0 fast charging. Here’s a look at the complete specifications of the Oppo K3 smartphone:

Oppo K3 specifications

The newly launched Oppo K3 handset runs Android 9.0 Pie skinned with Color OS 6.0 and it features a 6.5-inch AMOLED display that has a screen-to-body ratio of 91.1%. The screen of the device has Full HD+ resolution and it comes with DC dimming. The smartphone comes with a 3D gradient back design and an S-shaped curve. Oppo K3 also comes with an in-display fingerprint scanner that is claimed to be 28.5% faster.

Oppo K3 phone

The handset is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 octa-core processor and comes with up to 8GB of RAM. It houses up to 256GB of UFS 2.1 storage. The device comes with a pop-up selfie camera module that packs a 16MP lens. On the back panel of the handset, there is a dual rear camera setup that comes with a 16MP sensor and a 2MP sensor.

The device comes with a 3,765mAh battery that, as we mentioned earlier, comes with support for VOOC 3.0 fast charging technology.

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Ola gets a green light to launch taxi business in London

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Ola gets a green light to launch taxi business in London

Ola Cabs is India’s answer to taxi-hailing service Uber and it has grown phenomenally since it was launched in 2010. In 2018, the company started expanding overseas when it took its operations to Australia and New Zealand. Now, the company has received the approval from London’s transport regulator to begin private hire vehicles in the United Kingdom’s capital.

Ola UK Private Limited now has a carriage license from TFL for a year to operate that permits it to operate ‘PHV vehicles’ across London. With this, the drivers would have to apply for a licence and list their vehicle as privately registered for hire, the company has specified in a statement that it issued to the press.

We should mention that Ola has taken this move just days after Morgan Stanley analyst says that the company will become a threat to Uber in the United Kingdom. A big reason behind the prediction was the fact that Ola has raised more capital as compared to other app-based cab-hailing companies.

We should mention that according to Morgan Stanley, Ola Cabs has a total funding of $3.8 billion, and this makes it far ahead of others. To give you a better idea of the competitors, Bolt has just re-entered the market in the UK recently, has till now raised a funding of $190 million to $280 million.

Prior to Ola’s entry in the UK, analysts had said, “We believe Ola is arguably a greater threat if media reports of Ola’s entry into London at the end of the year prove accurate.”

Ola Cabs’ investors include the likes of SoftBank, Sequoia Capital, Accel, Kia Motors and Hyundai. In addition to this, the company is also trying to get more investors onboard to give Uber a good fight, especially in India where the market is extremely competitive.

Ola

An Ola spokesperson, in a statement to the press, said that the company is “looking forward to building world-class mobility offerings for London, by collaborating with drivers, riders, the government, and local authorities. London is one of the world’s most iconic cities and hosts a progressive mobility environment. We couldn’t be more excited to bring Ola to London in the time ahead.”

Currently, Ola’s operations are active in 150 countries in India. Since last year, the company has been expanding its operations to other countries too, and it has reached Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom so far. The company serves more than 150 million users and has reported to have a billion rides annually.

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OnePlus smartphone catches fire even though it was switched off and not charging: Report

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OnePlus smartphone catches fire even though it was switched off and not charging: Report

Chinese technology company OnePlus usually gets applauded for offering smartphones with premium specification at an affordable price. However, this time, the company has created headlines for the wrong reasons. A report has surfaced online that says that a user’s OnePlus One smartphone caught fire randomly in the middle of the night. But then, the user was able to douse the fire so the situation was under control before the handset exploded.

According to an email the user sent to the company, his device was switched off when the incident occurred and it was not even put on charging. This makes it even more strange as most other smartphones that have been reported to catch fire usually did so while they were being charged. The report has pointed out that the incident took place on July 3 at around 3:15 AM. The user has also said that the room in which the smartphone caught fire had an air conditioner which had been set to 19 degrees.

The user claims that he was woken up in the middle of the night when he smelt something burning and then saw that his room was filled with fumes. He then doused the fire using water. According to the user, the mobile phone was placed just a few feet away from him, so the situation would have been much more dangerous had he not woken up on time.

While the smartphone is five years old, such an incident should not happen because it can put someone’s life in danger, the user said. He reached out to OnePlus and Amazon India and told them about the matter. The incident only came to light after India Today anchor Chaiti Narula took to Twitter to speak about it. She even posted images of the damaged smartphone.

OnePlus’ team responded to her tweet and said that their Critical Escalations Team is looking into the matter. They added that the team is in touch with the user and is working to solve the issue.

We should point out that it is not at all common for OnePlus smartphones to explode. This may be one among the first few incidents when such a thing has happened. But then, it is scary to think that a smartphone can explode even when it is not charging and is switched off. The reason can also be that the device is very old, but even then, it can prove to be extremely dangerous.

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Uber Pro program comes to India: Here are the rewards it offers

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Uber Pro program comes to India: Here are the rewards it offers

America-based technology company Uber can be given the credit for changing the way we hail a cab. While earlier we had to call and book taxis in advance, now, they are just a few smartphone taps away no matter where we are or what time of the day it is. The service has not only helped customers but cab drivers too. While earlier it was very difficult for them to find jobs, now it is not. Last year, the company had launched its Uber Pro service in the United States that was aimed at benefitting drivers. Now, Uber Pro is being launched in India and Mexico too, with unique program elements to cater to both countries.

The company has announced on its blog that with Uber Pro, drivers in India who are associated with the company will get “access to free medical consultations, micro-credit loans, discounts for education and coaching modules that can be passed along to their children, as well as helpful rewards like faster airport pickups.”

Uber also added that it has partnered with a number of companies to provide “additional savings on car maintenance costs and discounts on life insurance” to the drivers. The company has said that Uber Pro was first launched to give the rewards to drivers that they wanted, so the offerings were decided on the basis of their feedback. Even in India, Uber has adopted the same model and will be delivering what drivers told the company that they wanted.

Uber Pro

Coming to Mexico, Uber Pro will be reaching several cities over there. The company has said that eligible drivers will be able to “access higher education through our partnership with UTEL, which is partnering with Uber to offer discounted, flexible study programs.”

Uber has also said that it has partnered with companies to provide the “first free driver debit card available in Latin America.” With this, the everyday spending of the drivers will be rewarded with cash back and no annual fee will be charged, the company claims.

In addition to this, eligible drivers in Mexico will be able to get “instant access to earnings through Instant Pay, which they can use to cash out up to five times per day–free of cost.” Besides this, they will also get access to Quest promotions, faster airport pickups, 24/7 phone support, visibility into trip duration among other rewards.

Uber has said that with its Uber Pro program, it aims to help its drivers get a step closer to their long-term ambitions.

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Lenovo Z6 with 4,000mAh battery, triple rear cameras launched

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Lenovo Z6 with 4,000mAh battery, triple rear cameras launched

Chinese handset maker Lenovo has launched its Z6 smartphone in China. The Lenovo Z6 is powered by Snapdragon 730 SoC and houses a 4,000mAh battery. The company has already launched Lenovo Z6 Pro and Lenovo Z6 Youth Edition in the Chinese market this year. The newly launched offering lies between the two in terms of features. Here’s a look at the price and specifications of the device:

Lenovo Z6 price and details (China)

Lenovo Z6 comes in three storage variants. The price of the handset is CNY 1,899 (approximately Rs. 19,000) for the 6GB RAM/64GB storage variant, CNY 2,099 (approximately. 21,000) for the 6GB RAM/128GB storage variant, and CNY 2,499 (approximately. 25,000) for the 8GB RAM/128GB storage variant. Lenovo Z6 will go on sale from July 9 and customers will be able to pick it up in a single Blue colour option.

Lenovo Z6 specifications

Coming to the specifications, the Lenovo Z6 runs Android Pie skinned with ZIUI 11. The smartphone sports a 6.39-inch OLED display that comes with HDR10 support and has an aspect ratio of19.5:9 and 93.1% screen-to-body ratio. The smartphone has been powered by the Snapdragon 730 SoC paired with up to 8GB of RAM. It packs a 4,000mAh battery with 15W fast charging support

On the imaging front, the Lenovo Z6 sports a triple rear camera setup with a 24MPprimary lens with f/1.8 aperture, an 8MP secondary telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom and 8x hybrid zoom, and a 5MP tertiary lens for depth effects. On the front, it has a 16MPcamera for selfies and video calls.

The Lenovo Z6 has USB Type-C, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth v5 and a 3.5mm audio jack for connectivity. The Lenovo Z6 is 157×74.5×7.97mm in measurements and it weighs 159 grams.

In an unrelated piece of new, Lenovo-owned Motorola is also planning to launch the rebranded version of Motorola One Vision in China. However, it will launch with the name of Motorola P50 and is expected to be unveiled next week. The device is assumed to be launched with feature similar specifications as that of Motorola One Vision. The handset will sport a 6.3-inch full-HD+ (1080×2520 pixels) display and will be powered by the octa-core Samsung Exynos 9609 SoC clubbed with 4GB of RAM. The Motorola P50 smartphone will sport a 48MP primary camera accompanied by a 5MP depth sensor. On the front, it will come up with a 25MP camera for selfies and video calls.

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Google is replacing Panorama with Night Sight as a main camera mode on Pixel smartphones

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Google is replacing Panorama with Night Sight as a main camera mode on Pixel smartphones

Technology giant Google seems to be adopting a more intelligent way of placing the various camera modes that are present on the app. The company seems to have realised that people don’t use the panorama mode as much as they use other modes to capture the best possible image. As a result of this, Google will reportedly place its Night Sight feature to its main list of camera modes. With this, Panorama mode will go further away. But then, it makes perfect sense as the Night Sight feature is way more useful than the Panorama mode.

According to 9to5Google, in the latest Android Q beta build the feature can already be seen. It can be seen that Night Sight has taken the place of Panorama as the mode on the extreme left. If this remains unchanged, here’s a list of modes that you will be able to swipe between besides the main viewfinder:

  • Night Sight
  • Portrait
  • Camera
  • Video

Besides this, there is an option of More that has modes like Panorama, Photo Sphere, Photo Booth, Slow Motion, Time Lapse and Playground.

While the change is a small one, it does make all the sense in the world considering Google has been advertising the Night Sight mode and even compared it to the iPhone XS. We should mention that Apple’s offering comes without a dedicated low-light mode. Pixel 3, and in turn Night Sight feature, has been surpassed in terms of performance by Huawei P30 Pro. However, Night Sight still continues to be a highlighted feature of Pixel devices. On the other hand, the Panorama mode on Google is not exactly a standout feature and is a lot like the one on other smartphones.

But then, we should mention that in the same updated camera app, the ability to adjust the white balance has been removed. The temperature icon that let users adjust the white balance cannot be found on the app anymore, so it is safe to assume that Google has quietly removed the feature. A lot of people may not even notice the change, but then, those who click pictures using the Pixel professionally will be disappointed with it.

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It is worth noticing that Google has also added the Night Sight feature to its Pixel 3a smartphone, that is the affordable version of its flagship Pixel 3. You can read our review of the Pixel 3a here to know how the camera performed.

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Apple will be changing the design of its MacBook keyboard

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Apple will be changing the design of its MacBook keyboard

Cupertino-based technology giant Apple will reportedly ditch the controversial butterfly keyboard that it has been using in its MacBooks since 2015. Another report also claims that the company will be switching to a new scissor-switch design instead that will make use of glass fiber in order to reinforce the keys.

While the first development has been shared by analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the information about the scissor-switch keyboard design first surfaced on 9to5Mac. Kuo’s report also said that the laptop that will be the first to get the new keyboard will be a new MacBook Air model that will be launched this year. The MacBook Pro that will be launched in 2020 will also sport the same keyboard design. Kuo said, “We predict that the butterfly keyboard may finally disappear in the long term.”

Apple has been tweaking the design of its butterfly keyboard with every MacBook in order to overcome some problem that customers commonly complain about. These include keys act in a strange manner and the keyboard not functioning properly or even stopping to work completely. Apple has apologised about the issues customers have faced because of its keyboard earlier this year. The Cupertino based technology giant said that a small number of users had experienced some troubles with its keyboard. In the past, it has also launched a repair program for the earlier versions of the device.

Macbook keyboard

Kuo has given a number of different reasons why Apple is changing its keyboard design. The most prominent one among them is that the upcoming keyboard will be more durable because it will come with glass fiber replacement. According to a MacRumors report that quotes him, the new keyboard “could improve the typing experience by offering longer key travel.”

However, he has also added that the butterfly switch design is expensive for the company to manufacture and that the new scissor switch design will be more affordable. But then, one can’t expect it to be as affordable as the keyboard of an average laptop.

We should also point out that while the current design has some disadvantages, it is extremely thin. This can prove to be very important for those who value space when they buy a laptop that is as premium and modern as the MacBook.

According to Kuo, the new design of the keyboard will make it slightly thicker, however, he also added that “most users can’t tell the difference.”

The report has also added that the keyboard would not ship with the 16-inch MacBook Pro that is supposed to launch this year. It would also not be present on the rumoured 13-inch MacBook Pro model.

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Blaupunkt EM10 and EM01 wired earphones launched in India

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Blaupunkt EM10 and EM01 wired earphones launched in India

German audio products brand Blaupunkt has launched a set of two wired earphones – EM10 and EM01 – in the country. Blaupunkt EM10 and EM01 wired earphones are provided with 10mm audio drivers and come with a multifunctional button that enables users to control calls and music. The earphones come with a unique feature called Call Disconnect feature.

The company has launched the wired headphones in the Indian market. The newly launched Blaupunkt EM-01 and EM-10 can be purchased at Rs 699 and Rs 499 respectively. Both the products are available on Amazon India’s website.

According to the company, the wired earphones have been designed especially keeping in mind the choices of Indian consumers with superior sound quality. The earphones look trendy and have a metal body that makes them sturdy and captivating.

Excited about the launch of the exclusive range of Blaupunkt wired earphones in India, Andrzej Cebrat, Managing Director, Blaupunkt says, “In a highly competitive market as ours, the product experience is the future as compared to design In India. Blaupunkt has already achieved a benchmark as a leading player in the range of home audio products. With our century-old legacy of impeccable innovation and 20+ years of experience in India, we are certain that our audio products have raised the bar in the audio products market and we will continue to add high-quality products that meet the consumer demands. I am confident; our latest additions of wired earphones EM01 and EM10will be equally praised and accepted in the market”.

He further added- “With Envent as our India partner for Audio products, we believe that our earphones are a perfect companion for the millennials and Gen Z, with versatile features, advanced technology and above all available at a price range that fits every pocket.”

The new Blaupunkt wired headphones promise to deliver a premium sound quality to the users. It is touted to give a great treble and bass output and delivers a rich audio experience for all music genres. The comfortable fit makes it an ideal choice for running, Jogging and exercising. The product comes with an ‘Isolate Noise’ feature that can block out 90% of ambient sound.

The wired headphones come with a built-in microphone and a Remote to answer, end and reject calls. The buttons can also be used to change songs. The earphones are compatible with all the devices with 3.5 mm headphone jack and come with a 1.5-meter wire to connect with a phone in bag or pocket. The company offers 12 months of in-house warranty.

The company, that got its personal audio range of products in India in February 2019, has said that its offerings like BH01, Earpods (BTW01), Lightest BT Earphone (BE-01) have been appreciated a lot by audiophiles.

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PUBG Lite for PC is now live in India: Download it for free and get rewards within the game

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PUBG Lite for PC is now live in India: Download it for free and get rewards within the game

We have been hearing about the PUBG Lite for PC project since months now and finally, it has hit the Indian side of the globe. Yes, PUBG Lite for PC has gone live in India. Players who have pre-registered for the game can download it free of cost. You read that right, if you are one of those who pre-registered for the famous battle royale game in India, then you can download it right now and play for free. The rest of you who want to play the game fret not, since you will also be able to download the game for free and also play for free.

PUBG Lite for PC is the lighter version of PUBG. This has been developed by Tencent for those PCs and laptops which do not have a dedicated graphics card or high-end components. Since a major chunk of the population does not have a gaming PC or laptop, yet they still enjoy the bashing on their mobile. The videogame developers decided to make a low-end version of the game that will run on just about any PC or laptop. Tencent has said that PUBG Lite for PC will be able to work and is optimised for PCs and laptops at the fag-end, too.

So, what is the least minimum configuration to play PUBG Lite for PC one has to have?

If you want to enjoy PUBG Lite for PC on your low-end PC or laptop you need the following. A minimum of Intel Core i3 CPU with 2.4 GHz speed, 4GB RAM and at least 4GB of storage space left in your hard drive. Also, Intel HD 400 graphics with Direct X 11 is what you need for it to play properly. Windows 10 will also be a boon. However, we have seen people on Windows 7 machines run it just fine with the above configuration. But many in India still do not have this minimum configuration, some still have Pentium CPUs Well, then you might think of upgrading if you are still working on that and you want to play PUBG Lite for PC.

The game has been kept totally free for gamers and will stay like that forever. The regular version of the game is priced at Rs 999 on the Steam Store, but the lite variant you can download at no cost. The company has gone for a freemium model for this version of the game, just like PUBG mobile. Which too is free to download and play, but you would need to pay for extra items from the in-game store.

PUBG Lite for PC is still in its beta stage so you might come across some bugs. There are only three maps in the game at the moment – Erangel, Sanhok and Miramar. More maps and features are expected to come to the game. But no definite timeline has been kept. Also, will the game get seasonal maps and upgrades is yet to be seen.

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How to download PUBG Lite for PC?

If you have the above requirements and want to download the game, then all you have to do is go to its website, create an account and then login. After that, you will be asked to download the PUBG lite launcher. This, in turn, will download all the game files on to your PC or laptop.

What are the prizes you get for pre-registering in PUBG Lite for PC?

To start with, each participant is getting a Tiger M46 and Cheetah parachute. This is for the pre-registered players only. If the game crosses 1,00,000 registrations then Tencent will reward each player with Black Scarf, Punk Glasses and Bloody Combat Pants. In case the game crosses more than 2,00,000 players then another set of prizes will be given. These include Striped long-sleeved shirt, Gold PUBG scarf and red sports top. Codes of the prizes will come to the players in an email, which they then can use within the game.

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Hyundai Kona launch in India scheduled for July 9

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Hyundai Kona launch in India scheduled for July 9

Hyundai is all set to launch its Kona electric SUV in India this month. The company has announced that it will be unveiling its upcoming offering on July 9 in the country. With Hyundai Kona, the carmaker will mark its debut into the electric vehicle space in India.

Hyundai Kona comes with an impressive design and sports a closed-off front grille and twin headlight. The car has LED headlamps, LED DRLs and LED rear lamps. The electric car has alloy wheels that are 17-inches in size and comes with a 7-inch digital cluster, an 8-inch touch screen, a paddle shifter and an electronic gear shift button that is placed on the inside of the cabin.

The electric SUV will be available in two battery variants – one will house a 39.2kWh and the other will pack a 64.0kWh. The car will also come with a permanent magnet synchronous motor and while its power output will be 136hp, it will have a peak torque of 395Nm. The top speed of the car is 155 kilometre per hour and on a single charge, it will be able to run for 312 kilometres. These were the numbers given for the base variant.

If we talk about the other model of the car, it has a power output of 204hp and a peak torque of 395Nm. The maximum speed of this variant will be 167 kilometres per hour and it will be able to run for 482 kilometres on a single charge.

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The company has said that Hyundai Kona has liquid cooled lithium-ion batteries and they have optimal performance and efficiency. In addition to this, Hyundai has also added that the batteries of the car can be recharged up to 80% in less than an hour, provided one uses a 100 kW DC fast charging station.

At the moment there is no word on which among the two variants of Hyundai Kona will launch in India. The company has also not confirmed if it will be launching both the variants.

The electric SUV is expected to be priced in India around Rs 25 lakhs. We should mention that Hyundai Motors India has reported a 3.2% fall in its cumulative sales recently. As of June 2019, the company said that it had sold 58,807 cars. Recently, Hyundai also launched its Venue compact SUV in the country at a starting price of Rs 6.50 lakhs.

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7 cool video-editing apps you should have on your smartphone

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7 cool video-editing apps you should have on your smartphone

Does video-editing sound like rocket science to you? We should tell you that it’s not as hard as you think it is, thanks to a number of user-friendly and easy to access mobile apps. Even if you are an amateur, you can be an ace at video editing provided you have the right apps.

So if you have someone brag about how they can make vivid and fancy videos that you usually find on Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube and Facebook in a jiffy, they may not be exaggerating too much. But then, you can do edit videos with ease too! Here, we have listed down 7 video-editing apps that you should install on your smartphone. Check them out:

KineMaster Pro

KineMaster is one of the finest Android video-editing apps that are available for video editing. One could simply edit multiple layers of videos, texts and images along with different audio tracks with this app. However, it is worth noticing that it leaves watermarks to your videos unless you subscribe to it.

Adobe Premiere Rush

Adobe Premiere Rush

This app is known for the advanced PC software that it uses professionally for editing and designing. Adobe has introduced Premiere Rush for newbies and amateurs to use so that they can make great videos with ease. It is a cross-platform video-editing app and thus both Android and iOS users can enjoy this app.

Quik

As the name suggests, Quil helps you create your desired video in a jiffy. Free from redundant and annoying advertisements, the app lets you share your created video on social media or save it to your camera roll.

LumaFusion

Familiar to Final Cut Pro interface, this iOS application provides all possible features you are looking for to edit videos. The features include insert/overwriting, colour correction, keyframing, audio mixing, lossless export and more.

It is worth noticing that the video-editing app doesn’t provide the option of syncing between devices. Thus, you can’t switch to a new device and continue editing your video.

FilmoraGo

FilmoraGo

FilmoraGo is a user-friendly editing tool for your videos. It is a simple application to edit your videos online without imposing its watermark. The video-editing app provides a range of filters and effects giving a professional touch to your creation.

Adobe Premiere Clip

Adobe Premiere Clip is a lightweight app for simple stitching of multiple photos and videos, adding text, transitions, music filters, effects and more. Another good thing is that the app is free of cost, so you don’t have to buy the subscription of Adobe CC.

Videos can be easily and instantly created automatically as well as manually. You can then export them to your Creative Cloud anytime.

VideoShow

VideoShow

What makes this video-editing app stand apart from the rest is its ability to perform live dubbing. Like others, it also provides a user-friendly interface that will enable you to ramp up your monotonous videos with special sound and video effects.

Video editing can be fun, depending upon how you do it. These apps not just make your editing work a cakewalk, but also help in saving time. So the next time if you want to give a shot to video editing, try these apps and share your reviews with us.

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5 new shows to binge-watch on Netflix in July 2019

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5 new shows to binge-watch on Netflix in July 2019

July is here and it had got with itself a number of new shows to Netflix. Till now, we were not even over the amazing series that were launched on the platform last month, and the new month has already got a new set of shows that we can binge watch endlessly. Honestly, we can’t be more excited about watching them! Here’s a list of shows that are making a debut on Netflix in July 2019. Take a look:

Stranger Things, Season 3

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Release date: 4th July, Thursday

The show is an upside-down story of a teenage gang. If you enjoy watching content from sci-fi, horror or thriller genre, then you should watch the show as it is all of this and a lot more.  It also has teen nostalgia in it, that makes it an absolute must-watch series of the month. Stranger Things’ Season 3 was already considered to be dead cert even before the previous season began to spread the excitement amongst the audience.

Orange is the New Black, Season 7 (Final Season)

 Release date: 26th July, Friday

The show follows the story of Piper, who attempts to re-assimilate into the life outside the prison while Taystee returns to Litchfield, following her conviction of murdering a guard. The show is popular for all the right reasons and now, the final season of the series is here.

Queer Eye, Season 4

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Release date: 19th July, Friday

This Emmy-winning unscripted series has been renewed for two more seasons on Netflix. In season 4, The Fab Five will return to the Kansas City. This will be followed by Season 5; in which they will head to Philadelphia. You will be missing out on some excellent content if you don’t watch it.

Gotham, Season 5 (Final Season)

Release date: 24th July, Wednesday

Wrapping up this unique origin story of the great DC Comics Super-Villains and vigilantes, Fox has got the fifth and the final season of Gotham. It looks like the story of Detective James Gordon is now going towards an end. Find out how it all wraps up by watching the American TV Drama series.

Point Blank

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Release date: 12th July, Friday

This upcoming action thriller of Joe Lynch is based on a screenplay by Adam G. Simon. It is a French hit show that is getting a US remake with a reported budget of $12 million. The story is about how an emergency room nurse joins hands with an injured murder suspect to save his pregnant wife in the race against time, rival criminals and renegade cops.

So these were our picks of Netflix shows to watch in July 2019. We will keep you posted about the shows that will be releasing next month too. Till then keep reading and sharing!

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Redmi 7A with 12MP Sony IMX486 camera launched in India: Price and specifications

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Redmi 7A with 12MP Sony IMX486 camera launched in India: Price and specifications

Chinese technology giant Xiaomi has today launched its Redmi 7A smartphone in India. The company launched the device in the country via a web stream and has announced that Redmi 7A will go on sale starting July 11. The Chinese smartphone maker has said that the device is its answer to the likes of Samsung Galaxy M10 and Nokia 2.2.

The key features of the handset include an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 SoC, 32GB of internal storage and its 12MP Sony IMX486 sensor. Here’s a look at the price, specifications and launch offers of the Redmi 7A in India:

Redmi 7A price in India

Redmi 7A smartphone is available in 2GB RAM/16GB storage and 2GB RAM/32GB storage variants in India that are priced at Rs 5,999 and Rs 6,199 respectively. The handset is available in three colours – Matte Black, Matte Blue, and Matte Gold.

As an introductory offer, the company is offering a discount of Rs 200 on both the variants of the handset. This offer is only valid in July 2019.

The first sale of the smartphone will begin on July 11 at 12 pm (noon) IST. The handset will be available for purchase via Flipkart, Mi.com and Mi Home Stores. Xiaomi has also announced that at a later stage, the Redmi 7A will also be available via offline retail stores in the country.

Redmi 7A specifications and features

The Redmi 7A smartphone has support for dual SIM cards and it runs Android 9.0 Pie skinned with MIUI 10. The device comes with a 5.45-inch HD+ (720×1440 pixels) display that has an aspect ratio of 18:9. Powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 SoC, the handset comes with up to 2GB of RAM.

For imaging duties, the Redmi 7A sports a 12MP Sony IMX486 sensor on its back panel coupled with an LED flash and a PDAF lens. It also has a 5MP selfie camera on its front panel that supports an AI Face Unlock feature.

Redmi 7A phone

The company has also announced that it will be getting an AI Scene Detection feature to the Redmi handset via an over-the-air update.

The device is available in 16GB and 32GB of internal storage and can hold a microSD card of up to 256GB. Redmi 7A houses a 4,000mAh battery that has support for 10W charging and for connectivity it has 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.0, GPS, FM radio, Micro-USB, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

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Honor Pad 5 goes on sale on Flipkart: Price and offers

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Honor Pad 5 goes on sale on Flipkart: Price and offers

Last month, Chinese technology brand Honor launched two variants of its new Android tablet in India. Dubbed Honor Pad 5, the tablet is available in 8-inch and a 10.1-inch display options. The key highlights of both the variants of the tablet are that they come with a full-HD screen and dual stereo speakers. Honor Pad 5 comes with a number of dedicated features that make them children-friendly.

In addition to being available in different screen sizes, the Honor Pad 5 is available in two storage variants – 32GB and 64GB inbuilt storage along with 3GB and 4GB of RAM. The tablets house a 5100mAh battery and are powered by HiSilicon Kirin processors. Today, both the variants of Honor Pad 5 tablets have gone on sale on Flipkart. Here’s a look at the price, launch offers, and specifications:

Honor Pad 5 (8-inch), Honor Pad 5 (10.1-inch) prices and offers

The 8-inch variant of Honor Pad 5 is available in two storage models – one with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage and the other with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. While the former is priced at Rs 15,999, the other costs Rs 17,999 and can now be purchased at a discounted price on Flipkart.

The 10.1-inch variant of the tablet is also available in 3GB RAM and 4GB RAM variants. Though the base model of the 10.1-inch variant costs Rs 16,999, the high-end variant is priced at Rs 18,999. Both the variants of the Honor Pad 5 are available in Glacial Blue colour with additional offers on Flipkart.

The Honor Pad 5 tablets are being offered with no-cost EMI plans for 3 to 6 months with an additional discount of Rs. 500 over regular exchange value by Flipkart. Apart from this, people who make payments via Axis Bank Buzz credit card can avail a 10% discount. All prepaid transactions can avail an extra Rs 500 discount on the purchase of any Honor Pad 5 variants.

Honor Pad 5 (8-inch) specifications

The Honor Pad 5 (8-inch) runs Magic UI 2.0 based on Android 9.0 Pie and comes with an 8-inch full-HD (1920×1200 pixels) display. The device is powered by HiSilicon Kirin 710 SoC that comes up with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. You can also add a microSD card of up to 512GB in the tablet.

For imaging duties, The Honor Pad 5’s 8-inch variant sports an 8MP camera on the front as well as on the back. The device also features a dual stereo speaker with Dolby Atmos Surround Sound support.

Honor Pad 5 (10.1-inch) specifications

The 10.1-inch model of the Honor Pad 5 runs EMUI 8.0 skinned with Android Oreo. The tablet features a 10.1-inch full-HD (1920×1200 pixels) display and is powered by Kirin 659 SoC paired with 4GB of RAM.

The tablet sports an 8MP auto-focus primary camera and a 2MP fixed-focus selfie camera. The device offers 64GB of internal storage and can hold a microSD card of up to 256GB. The device also features dual stereo speakers tuned by Harman Kardon and sports a fingerprint sensor.

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Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp are back online after an outage that spanned over hours

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Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp are back online after an outage that spanned over hours

Ever imagined your life without Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp? This nightmare for most became a reality on Wednesday when all the three services – Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp – suffered an outage that spanned over hours. The services were impacted due to technical issues. The outage affected scores of users in multiple parts of the world.

A number of users voiced their frustration over the outage. Some complained that they were unable to send or receive any messages on the platforms. Some even said that they were not able to view certain images on the page and some said they couldn’t upload photos and videos. According to Down Detector, the issues began at 1200 GMT and affected users in Europe, the US, South America, and Japan the most. Glitches were reported from other parts of the world including India as well.

The users of WhatsApp were also impacted by a similar problem last night as they could not send or receive photos, videos and voice messages. Instead, the users were shown a message that read download failed and the error message instructed the users to ask the user to send the image all over again.

Facebook owns both Instagram and WhatsApp. When users reported the issue to the social networking platform, the company later clarified the issue by tweeting “Earlier today, some people and businesses experienced trouble uploading or sending images, videos and other files on our apps and platforms. The issue has since been resolved and we should be back at 100% for everyone. We’re sorry for any inconvenience,”

The global outage affected the users in the US, Europe, as well as India and these, are considered to the company’s most important markets.

A Facebook spokesperson later clarified what triggered the global outrage. He explained that the users experienced the technical issue due to the routine maintenance operation that accidentally activated a bug that caused the users finding difficulty to upload images, videos and voice messages.

“During one of our routine maintenance operations, we triggered an issue that is making it difficult for some people to upload or send photos and videos.”

More than 14,000 users complained about issues with Instagram, whereas users more than 7,500 and 1,600 users reported about Facebook and WhatsApp respectively.

Since the problem has been resolved, the social networking platform gave a statement apologising to its users saying, “Earlier today, some people and businesses experienced trouble uploading or sending images, videos and other files on our apps and platforms. The issue has since been resolved and we should be back at 100% for everyone. We’re sorry for any inconvenience.”

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Redmi 7A India launch scheduled for 12 pm IST today: How to watch the live stream

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Redmi 7A India launch scheduled for 12 pm IST today: How to watch the live stream

Chinese smartphone Xiaomi is all set for its Redmi 7A launch in India today. The device was launched in China around two months back and it is now finally being launched in India too. It is the watered-down variant of the Redmi 7 smartphone. The key features of the handset are its 5.45-inch screen, Snapdragon 439 SoC and its 4,000mAh battery. It succeeds the Redmi 6A and comes with a 12MP Sony IMX486 rear sensor. The China variant of the smartphone comes with a 13MP camera instead.

Xiaomi India MD Manu Kumar Jain also tweeted about the Redmi 7A launch a few days back saying that a special feature announcement will also happen at the event. Here’s everything that you should know about the Redmi 7A launch in India:

Redmi 7A launch live stream details

Xiaomi will be holding the Redmi 7A launch in India at 12 pm (noon) IST. The event will be live streamed on YouTube so you can head there to watch it. We have also embedded it on this page, so you can also watch the Redmi 7A launch here.

Redmi 7A price

In China, Redmi 7A is available in two storage variants – 2GB RAM/16GB storage and 2GB RAM/32GB storage – that are priced at CNY 549 (approximately Rs 5,500) and CNY 599 (approximately Rs 6,000) respectively. The India pricing of the handset will be announced today at the Redmi 7A launch event and it is expected to cost similarly to the variant that has been launched in China. The device will be available on Flipkart and Mi.com.

Redmi 7A specifications

The Redmi 7A has support for dual SIM cards and it runs Android 9.0 Pie skinned with MIUI 10. The handset sports a 5.45-inch HD (720×1440 pixels) display that has an aspect ratio of 18:9. Powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 SoC, it comes with 2GB of RAM and is available in 16GB and 32GB storage variants. For more storage users can install a microSD card in the smartphone.

On the imaging front, the handset features a 12MP features a 12MP Sony IMX486 sensor coupled with an LED flash. This is something that is different from the Chinese variant of the device that came with a 13MP sensor. For selfies and video calls, there is a 5MP front-facing snapper that has support for AI Facial Unlock.

The smartphone houses a 4,000mAh battery and for connectivity, it has options like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS/ A-GPS, 3.5mm audio jack, and, a Micro-USB port. The handset also has P2i splash-resistant coating.

We will get to know more details about the smartphone at the Redmi 7A launch today. Stay tuned with us to get all the updates.

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Google is making Android Q’s gesture navigation better before release: Here’s how

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Google is making Android Q’s gesture navigation better before release: Here’s how

Before rolling out Android Q to the masses, technology giant Google is experimenting with its gesture-based navigation continuously so that it can be improved as much as possible. Lately, the company has been inching towards the approach that Apple adopted with its iPhone X. However, for this, Google had to redesign the back button on its Android platform. Going forward, the company will not be keeping an on-screen button. Instead, it will be using a swiping motion to go back. So basically, the users will have to swipe inwards from either side of the display to go back on their Android devices.

We should mention that this change clashes with the slide-out menus of a number of smartphone apps. Most apps have their hamburger icons placed on the side that lets users access various settings. This has been the case for so many years now that users now almost intuitively slide their finger to access the drawer menu settings. But now, this does not work in the same way anymore and one has to slide their finger diagonally to access the menu.

If this is a change that you don’t really like, then we have some good news for you. The company is working to improve this in its upcoming Android Q beta 5. The search giant has said that in order to access slide-out menus, people would now only have to tap and hold near the edge of the display. This obviously only implies to those who are using fully gestural navigation on their device.

Google Android Q screenshot
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With this solution, Google’s new feature that allows users to go back with just a swipe from either side of the screen will continue to work as well. But that’s not all. According to a report in 9to5Google, a user who got the next beat of Android Q a little early says that a new setting has been added to his device called ‘Back Sensitivity.’ The user has also said that the new setting has led to a “marked improvement to navigation” on his handset.

In case you don’t like the new gesture system on Android Q, there will also be an option of returning to the older three-button navigation. So, if you are more comfortable with that and don’t want to try something new, you can still opt for that. The option is there in the beta releases of Android Q and it is also expected to be a part of the stable release.

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Google has made payments easier on Chrome: Here’s how

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Google has made payments easier on Chrome: Here’s how

Google Chrome will now be able to pay in a much easier way when they shop online. Google has rolled out an update that lets users access payment information that they have stores in their Account. Earlier one had the option of syncing this information between browsers on various platforms by switching on the option of Google Sync. But now, the company has made this much easier as it will let users auto-fill information for payments just by signing in to their Google Account on desktop.

We should mention that one would not need to enable Chrome sync in order to do this. The feature has been made with Google Pay, that the company is expanding to more websites on the internet. It is worth noticing that Google only started doing this once it rebranded its payment service from ‘Android Pay’, which makes sense as it shows that it is cross-platform in nature and not only limited to smartphones.

Around a fortnight back, the technology giant also announced that Google Pay’s integration with PayPal will also be available to online merchants that accept the company’s payment on their websites as well as on their apps.

With the new option that has been enabled, Chrome users on the desktop will get the ability to opt for a saved payment card from their Google Accounts. This option will pop-up when they will be checking out to make the payment. The users will have to enter their card’s CVC number to complete the transaction and then, they will get a receipt from Google Pay about their purchase.

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In addition to this, users will also have the option of managing their credit and debit cards that are associated with their Google Accounts. For doing this, they can head to Account Settings and then tap on Payments & Subscriptions > Payment methods.

We should also point out that if you use this new feature, it will not automatically enable the Chrome sync option. You will have to do that manually if you want information like bookmarks, passwords and history to be synced across all your devices.

This feature definitely makes payments way easier for those who prefer to shop online and don’t exactly prefer to have Chrome synced on all their devices. There are people who would prefer to keep information on their work laptop and their personal devices separate and they are likely to benefit from it.

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Motorola P50 to launch in China this week: Key details

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Motorola P50 to launch in China this week: Key details

Motorola One Vision was launched in India last month and is the first smartphone from the company that houses a hole-punch camera setup in the front and has a 21:9 aspect ratio display. But now, the company has decided to launch the rebranded version of Motorola One Vision in some other markets. The company is going to launch the smartphone in China with a different name. According to a Lenovo executive, the company will be launching the Motorola P50 in China with specifications similar to Motorola One Vision. The Lenovo owned company will be launching the smartphone in China this week. The company has also teased a picture of the rebranded smartphone on Weibo revealing its key specifications.

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Lenovo’s Vice President Chang Cheng revealed on his Weibo account that the company will be launching Motorola P50 in China. In addition to this, the Motorola has confirmed that it will be launching Lenovo Z6 this week on Thursday, July 4. The post was accompanied by an image of the Motorola P50’s brown colour variant and it confirms that it looks similar to the Motorola One Vision. The company has also revealed the key highlight of the smartphone will be its 21:9 hole punch display. It will also sport a 48MP rear camera and 25MP front cameras with 3D curved glass build. Even Motorola One Vision comes with the same features.

Motorola P50 specifications and details

It is assumed that the Motorola P50 is the rebranded version of the Motorola One Vision that will be launched in the Chinese market. The smartphone will be launched with a 6.3-inch full-HD+ (1080×2520 pixels) display that will have an aspect ratio of 21:9. The rebranded smartphone is powered by the octa-core Samsung Exynos 9609 SoC, clocked at 2.2GHz and coupled with 4GB of RAM. The handset will be launched in a single storage variant.

For imaging duties, Motorola P50 will sport a 48MP primary camera with an f/1.7 aperture, accompanied by a 5-megapixel depth sensor. On the front, it will sport a 25MP snapper with an f/2.0 lens. Additionally, the phone will feature OIS and a dedicated Night mode for low-light photography.

The Motorola P50 houses a 3,500mAh battery with 15W Turbo Power for fast charging support and has 128GB of onboard storage and can hold a microSD card of up to 512GB. The smartphone is IP52 certified and measures 160.1×71.2×8.7mm and weighs 120 grams. The device comes in two colour options – Bronze Gradient and Sapphire Gradient.

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iOS 13 is set to change FaceTime calls forever

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iOS 13 is set to change FaceTime calls forever

A few weeks back at the WWDC 2019, Apple gave the first look at its iOS 13 operating system. However, developer beta of iOS versions always gives a better understanding of what all the software will get to the devices. iOS 13’s third beta developer is now out and it comes with a new feature that makes it look like you are directly staring at the selfie camera of your iPhone while you are making a FaceTime call. So even when you are looking at the screen of your smartphone to see the person you are talking to, your iPhone with iOS 13 will make it look like you are looking at the front camera.

The feature was spotted by Mike Rundle on Twitter and as of now, it only seems to be working on the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. Users have the option of enabling or disabling it from within the FaceTime app.

Usually, the person we are talking to via a video call looks like he is looking at one side or the other because no one really looks at the selfie camera the entire time. The entire purpose of a video call is to see the person you are talking to and one can only do that when they look at the screen and not the front-facing camera on their handset.

But Apple seems to have found the solution for this with its ‘FaceTime Attention Correction’ feature. The company seems to have deployed some kind of an image manipulation tool to make it look like the user is looking at the selfie camera of the device. As a result, people having a FaceTime call will always feel like they have an eye contact with one another, even if in reality, they don’t.

It is worth pointing that it was Rundle, who had said in 2017 that Apple would be launching this feature in a future iOS version.

Dave Schunik has explained on Twitter that the effect has been added using ARKit by mapping user’s face and then adjusting the position of their eyes.

However, what is not clear as of now is that which handsets by Apple will eventually get this feature. It is also unknown if the feature will work with Group Calls on FaceTime. We expect to find out more about the new feature when it arrives in the public facing beta next week.

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Reliance Jio launches Digital Udaan literacy programme for first time internet users

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Reliance Jio launches Digital Udaan literacy programme for first time internet users

Reliance Jio has today launched a digital literacy programme in 10 regional languages in India. The programme has been launched in partnership with Facebook and includes Audio Visual Training. The Digital Udaan programmer is a new initiative by the company to empower first-time internet users through digital literacy and help them understand the Internet.

Speaking on the launch, Mr Akash Ambani, Director, Reliance Jio said, “Jio is always looking to work with key global partners to enhance the digital life experience of the Indian consumer. The Digital Udaan initiative is one such example, which will help eradicate barriers of information asymmetry and provide accessibility in real time. It is a program for inclusive information, education and entertainment, where no Indian will be left out of this digital drive. Jio envisions to take this to every town and village of India, achieving 100% digital literacy in the country,”

The new Digital Udaan initiative will engage its users each Saturday and help them to acquire knowledge about the JioPhone features and teach them how to access various apps. They will also make them understand internet safety and how to use Facebook on JioPhone to connect with their friends and family in a simple, safe and secure way.

According to the company, it has worked with social networking platform Facebook to ensure that the segments developed for the Digital Udaan programme are appropriate for the users in their cities and localities. This will provide trainer sessions, training videos and information brochures.

Digital Udaan

Reliance Jio claims that initially, the Digital Udaan programme was launched by the company in 200 different locations across 13 States. The company aims to spread the programme over 7,000 locations that will empower its Jio phone users and first-time internet users. This initiative will connect its users digitally to the country and the world. This will provide knowledge to the people about government programmes and their benefits, how to access the important services and entertainment on their handsets via Facebook, and various Jio Apps.

Mr. Ajit Mohan, VP and MD Facebook India also spoke about the launch saying, “Jio is playing a vital role in driving India’s digital revolution by empowering millions of Indians and expanding access to the Internet. Facebook is an ally in this mission, and we are delighted to partner with Jio in attracting new Internet users and creating mechanisms for them to unleash the power of that access.”

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PUBG Mobile: How to choose the right grip?

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PUBG Mobile: How to choose the right grip?

Since popular battle royale PUBG made its way to smartphones as PUBG Mobile, scores of players across the globe are just focussed on somehow getting the chicken dinner. To be the last standing man in the game, pure skill does not help and one needs to know a number of tips and tricks. Besides this, having knowledge of weapons and some secret locations also help. But then, there is one more thing that you must know about: Grips.

They can be equipped on various guns in the play and they drastically enhance the players’ accuracy. However, using any grip with any gun wouldn’t help either. A grip proves to be beneficial only when it adds some value to achieving better kills. Here, we have listed down all the PUBG Mobile grips in the order of their versatility and performance during combat based on the abilities of each gun. Take a look:

Number 1 – The Half Grip

This is the most versatile grip that is available in PUBG Mobile as of now and it gets a number of upgrades to a player’s skills. When a player is engaged in combat, he needs the ability to shoot at and stay on the target the most. According to Tencent Games, the half grip fairly reduces recoil and most importantly improves recoil recovery. This enables the player to get better aimed and a greater number of shots at the enemy.

While half grip does a better job at controlling the vertical recoil than it does with horizontal recoil, but it has a quick recovery time that can make one overlook all of its other shortcomings. However, we should point out that one major shortcoming is also that the weapon steadiness decreases when the player uses this attachment. So, it is advisable to use this grip only with steady weapons like UMP9, AUG A3, and the Vector.

Number 2 – The Thumb Grip

A number of PUBG Mobile players place their bets on the vertical grip and say that it is better than the thumb grip. But then, the thumb gets the second spot on the list because it is extremely versatile. We should mention that while the thumb grip lessens the recoil on a good scale, it cannot match up to the vertical grip. Another thing worth mentioning is that it reduces the time taken to open a scope. The company has also said that it enhances weapon stability.

Number 3 – The Vertical Grip

The vertical grip is the preferred choice of weapon for many who play PUBG Mobile and as the name suggests, it comes with a strong vertical kick. It is the only attachment that is actually compatible with the Tommy Gun. The company says that the vertical grip is very versatile. While the vertical recoil is predictable, the horizontal one is not as it goes both the ways. It also offers good weapon stability.

Number 4 – The Angled Grip

The angled grip is considered to be the best one for SMGs and ARs in PUBG Mobile and it makes a great difference to the horizontal recoil when kept in a steady state. It is also said to offer better ADS speed. But then, it is not as good as the thumb grip when it comes to weapon steadiness.

Number 5 – The Light Grip

The light grip is undeniably the best when it comes to taking single shots in PUBG Mobile. It should be used with stable guns like the Vector or UMP9 for enhancing their accuracy. It comes with excellent weapon stability, but then, the same cannot be said for its recoil. The downside of the grip is that it is not versatile.

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HP announced the ‘world’s first Laser Tank printers’ in India: Key details

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HP announced the ‘world’s first Laser Tank printers’ in India: Key details

HP Inc has today announced the world’s first laser tank and high-capacity “HP Neverstop Laser” printers in India that it says have been designed to reinvent smart printing technology for businesses. The company has said that HP Neverstop Laser Printers will be available at all HP World Stores, big retail outlets, multi-brand outlets, HP online store and online shopping platforms.

HP Neverstop Laser 1000 series are available at a starting price of Rs 15,846. On the other hand, the non-wireless and the wireless versions of the HP Neverstop Laser MFP 1200 series will be available at Rs 22,057 and Rs 23,460 respectively.

The company says that the printer comes with advantages of replacing the toner in 15 seconds and reducing common printing interruptions. HP says that it has achieved this by using various innovations and digital integration in its Neverstop Laser printers and these technologies help the printers give businesses a competitive edge.

Speaking about the printers, Sumeer Chandra, Managing Director, HP India said, “With breakthrough innovations like Laser Tank, we are helping businesses enjoy high-quality laser printing at an affordable rate and run their print-based workflows without interruption.”

He further added, “Now, a larger number of customers can affordably take advantage of HP’s market-leading laser printing technology, which has always stood for the highest levels of quality and durability.”

The new printers by HP have a printing speed of 20 ppm (A4) and the company claims that it can produce a sharper and bolder text quality. According to Hp, the cost per page with the dual laser Toner reload kit starts at Rs 0.29.

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Leo Joseph, Senior Director, Printing Systems and Solutions, HP India also commented on the launch saying, “With this innovation in the laser category, we at HP are creating value points for our customers in the entire spectrum of printing technology. HP Neverstop is designed to enhance the day to day printing operations of businesses in a reliable and cost-effective way. As the market leader in Laser printers, we are strengthening our existing portfolio with this new Printer to cater to a wider gamut of customers.”

Among the key features of the printers are that they are said to have the ability to print up to 5,000 pages right out of the box. In addition to this, they have a duty cycle of 20,000 pages. The printers also come with features like mobile scanning and Wi-Fi Direct. Users can also issue the print command using the HP Smart App.

The single pack and the double pack of the HP Neverstop Laser toner reload kit can be bought at Rs 849 and Rs 1,449 respectively.

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Samsung has reportedly fixed the screen issue of Galaxy Fold

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Samsung has reportedly fixed the screen issue of Galaxy Fold

South Korean technology giant Samsung has been working to fix the issues in the Galaxy Fold handset that led to its delay. Now, a report has surfaced online that claims that it has redesigned the Galaxy Fold in a way it that it addresses the problems that existed earlier.

We should mention that it took the company two months to fix the screen durability issues of its foldable phone. Samsung was initially supposed to launch the Galaxy Fold in April this year. But prior to the launch, the company sent few units of the smartphone to the reviewers a Youtubers in the US. After the reviewers found out a serious screen malfunctioning and some hinge issues in the device, the company postponed the launch of the smartphone. The issue was reportedly discovered after a film on the display was peeled off.

The company has now re-engineered the hinge and the protective film has been stretched a little so that it wraps around the whole screen perfectly and drift into the bezels. With this, the film will be impossible to peel off by hands. The hinge of the handset has been pushed slightly upwards from the screen so that it helps the film to stretch a little extra when the user unfolds the phone.

Soon, the company will reportedly start shipping the components of the foldable smartphone including the display and battery to its main plant in Vietnam for assembly. However, Samsung is yet to decide the launch date of the Galaxy Fold.

But then, the South Korean technology giant has confirmed that it will not be unveiling the redesigned Galaxy Fold this month. It is also speculated that Samsung might unveil the handset for the masses during its Galaxy Unpacked event that will be held in New York on August 7. The company is hosting the event to unveil the Galaxy Note 10 handset to the world and is also expected to launch its Galaxy Home speaker there.

Samsung Galaxy Fold specifications and details

Samsung Galaxy Fold features a 4.6-inch (860x1960p) external display that will only be visible when the device is folded. When Galaxy Fold is unfolded, it discloses a 7.3-inch Flex Dynamic AMOLED panel. The foldable smartphone houses 12GB of RAM and has 512GB of internal storage. Till now, the company has not revealed which processor has been used in the handset.

Samsung Galaxy Fold sports s triple rear camera setup that comprises of a 16MP ultra-wide sensor, a 12MP wide-angle sensor, and a 12MP telephoto lens. The batteries in the smartphone have a collective capacity of 4,380mAh.

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Philips E9 Series Monitor series launched in India: Key details

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Philips E9 Series Monitor series launched in India: Key details

TPV Technologies has today launched its Philips E9 series of monitors in India. The new range of monitors is available in different sizes for home as well as office. The company has introduced three models that will be available at all leading retail stores in India. There are three variants on the basis of screen size – a 22-inch (Model: 226E9QHAB), a 24-inch (Model: 246E9QJAB) and a 27-inch (Model: 276E9QJAB). As per the company, the Philips E9 lineup offers an extraordinary image performance and AMD FreeSync for the effortless smooth gaming experience.

Commenting on the launch of Philips E9 series, Atul Jasra, Business Head (India) – Philips & AOC Monitors, said, “We have witnessed an increase in the demand for stylish and feature rich monitors. With the launch of these models, we want to offer customers the option of making the most of their movies, games, and work. They have the potential to spend and are looking for a smart design apart from the superior features.”

 Philips E9 series monitors features and specifications

 Philips E9 series of monitors come with a Full HD display with ultra-wide colour Technology. According to the company, the technology can deliver true-to-life visuals and immersive viewing angles for heightened convenience and enjoyment, whether at home or at work. The monitors also house inbuilt high-quality stereo speakers to deliver a better audio-visual experience.

Available in a glossy black finish with an elegant metal stand, all the models come with a slim bezel for a seamless appearance. The company has also stated that the slim bezels make the monitor idol for multi-display or a tilting set up that can be used for graphics designing to professional applications and gaming.

The Philips E9 series of monitors are equipped with a ‘flicker-free technology’ that regulates their brightness for comfortable viewing. It also reduces the stress on the eyes of the user. The monitors also come with a LowBlue feature that reduces harmful shortwave blue light. With DisplayPort connection, the user can also enjoy viewing high-resolution pictures.

Philips E9 series monitors have been manufactured using eco-friendly materials as per international standards keeping the environment in mind. All the monitors are mercury and lead-free and they are shipped in 100 percent recyclable packaging. Apart from this, the monitors are also energy efficient.

Philips E9 series monitors price

 The Philips E9 series of monitors are available in three different sizes – a 22-inch (Model: 226E9QHAB) that has been priced Rs 9,999, a 24-inch (Model: 246E9QJAB) that is available at Rs 11,495 and a 27-inch (Model: 276E9QJAB) can be purchased at Rs 16,495. The monitor will be available for purchase on all the leading retail stores in the country.

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