The tech giant Apple at its October event introduced a fresh lineup of products that includes MacBook Pro models with M1 Pro and M1 Max chipsets, AirPods 3 and a new HomePod mini. The Apple speaker comes in new bold and expressive colours and works seamlessly with the iPhone. It also features Siri Voice assistant for voice control.The all-new HomePod mini is 3.3 inches tall. The smart speaker by Apple not only comes in white and space grey but it will be available in three bold new shades of yellow, orange, and blue. The company thinks that this will allow users to reflect their personality and style in any space. The Apple HomePod mini is not only great at providing a better listening experience but comes with Siri smart home capabilities, too. Bob Borchers, Apple’s vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing said, “With new vibrant colours, HomePod mini fits in even more places and delivers amazing sound, the power of Siri, and simple and secure smart home controls, all while protecting your privacy.”The HomePod mini employs computational audio to deliver a rich and detailed acoustic experience while maintaining peak performance. It is powered by an Apple S5 chip that can run advanced software to analyse the unique characteristics of the music. It also applies complex tuning models to optimise loudness, adjust the dynamic range, and control the movement of the driver and passive radiators, all in real-time.The full-range driver, premium neodymium magnet, and pair of force-cancelling passive radiators on the HomePods mini allows it to produce deep bass and crisp high frequencies. For an immersive 360-degree audio experience an acoustic waveguide designed by Apple directs the flow of sound down and out the bottom of the speaker.It can be placed in multiple rooms to play the same music throughout the house, all in perfect sync or a different song in each room. Placing two HomePod mini speakers in the same room creates a stereo pair for an even more immersive experience when listening to music. When music is playing, a three microphone array listens for Hey Siri and a fourth inward-facing microphone helps cancel out sound from the speaker to improve Siri’s ability to hear voice requests. HomePod mini is designed to work with Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, thousands of radio stations including the award-winning Apple Music 1 station, and popular music services like Pandora, Deezer, and others, providing entertainment for everyone. The smart speaker also offers more than 90 million songs, all curated by world-class experts and tastemakers; thousands of curated playlists, including hundreds created specifically for the Apple Music Voice Plan; and more than 25,000 exclusive radio episodes and other original content. By bringing their iPhone close to the device while listening to music or podcasts or taking a phone call, users can seamlessly hand off the audio without missing a beat. With any U1-equipped iPhone, the experience becomes even more magical with visual, audible, and haptic effects that make it feel as if the devices are physically connected as sound flows from one to another.If nothing is playing on the HomePod mini, personalised listening suggestions will automatically appear on the iPhone when it is near the speaker, and instant controls are available without needing to unlock the iPhone.Siri can recognise the voices of up to six different household members, tailor music and podcasts to their preferences, and respond to personal requests, like reading their messages, reminders, notes, and calendar appointments, or making and answering phone calls. Not only this it can offer users a personal update for a quick snapshot of their day. Users can ask “Hey Siri, what’s my update?” to hear the latest news, weather, traffic, reminders, and calendar appointments with a single request.You can simply use voice commands for Siri to turn off the lights, change the temperature, lock the doors, set a scene, or control devices at specific times. Users can send an intercom message from one HomePod mini to another — whether in a different room, a specific zone, or multiple rooms throughout the home — and their voice message will automatically play on the designated HomePod mini. This functionality also works with iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods, and CarPlay, so everyone in the household can get Intercom notifications and send as well. In terms of privacy and security, information is sent to Apple servers only after Hey Siri is recognised locally on the device or when the user activates Siri by touch. Requests are not associated with the user’s Apple ID, nor is personal information used for Apple’s advertising sold to third parties. The device collaborated with the iPhone to fulfil requests for messages and notes on the device without disclosing that information to the company.
Apple HomePod mini price in India and availability
19 October 2021 Amazon Quiz has gone live on its platform. The quiz timings are 12 AM to 11:59 PM. The Amazon App users can participate in the quiz daily and all they have to do is submit correct answers to the questions asked on the e-commerce platform. Today’s participants can get a chance to win Rs 30,000 Amazon Pay Balance.
Amazon brings a fresh questionnaire that contains 5 questions daily. These questions are based on current affairs and general knowledge. The quiz can be played from 8 AM to 11:59 PM and the contestants need to answer correctly to enter into a lucky draw.
Only one person is declared as a winner and the results will be announced at the end of every month. And to make sure that you give correct answers to all the 5 questions Gadget Bridge everyday updates all the answers to the Amazon Quiz. Do check out 19 October 2021 Amazon Quiz Answers to win Rs 30,000 Amazon pay Balance.
19 October 2021 Amazon Quiz Answers
Question 1: Indian Oil is set to build India’s first green hydrogen plant at which location?
Answer: Mathura
Question 2: Ravindra Jadeja holds the record for most runs in an over in the IPL with 37. With whom does he share the record?
Answer: Chris Gayle
Question 3: My Mollem (Amche Mollem) campaign in Goa is a highly motivated social media grassroots campaign in saving what from being destroyed?
Answer: Forest
Question 4: Which actor plays the role of this superhero in the Marvel Cinematic Universe?
Answer: Chris Evans
Question 5: What is the slogan of the company shown in the picture?
Apple today during its October event “Unleashed” the all-new MacBook Pro and AirPods Models globally. All the devices were introduced via an online presentation and it’s the company’s second event in just over a month. The key highlight of Apple’s latest laptop features a Mini-LED display supported by up to 120Hzrefresh rate. The devices are powered by the company’s new M1 Pro or M1 Max chipsets, which has been specially designed for MacBooks. It has an upgraded webcam as well. Read on to know the MacBook Pro price and specifications.These are the company’s most powerful laptop as it comes armed with the company specially designed M1 Max and M1 Pro introducing a system-on-a-chip (SoC) architecture to pro systems for the first time. It is capable of offering 400GB/s and up to 64GB unified memory along with 57 billion transistors. Not only this it has a 10-core CPU and 32 core GPU. The M1 Max is power efficient too; it is 7x faster than PC integrated graphics by offering discrete graphics at 70 percent less power consumption. According to the company, the chipset is capable of consuming 100 Watt less power without compromising on the performance. Not only this, the new silicon offers 3x faster ML performance. In terms of applications, the chipset offers incredible performance as it has been well optimised while the Rosetta 2 allows Intel’s application to keep performing. The all-new MacBook Pro will be made available in two sizes 14-inch and 16-inch models. Both feature a Liquid Retina HDR display. The 16-inch model is about 16.2-inches in size with a higher pixel density while the 14-inch model is nearly 14.2-inches in size. The display supports up to 120Hz of refresh rate that automatically adapts to the type of content being played on the device. The notebook is backlit with thousands of mini LEDs. When it comes to brightness MacBook Pro provides 1,000 nits of sustained and 1,600 nits of peak brightness.
Also Read:Apple finally released its new Airpods 3rd gen priced at Rs 18,500
Coming to the cameras, the latest Apple notebook is now highlighted with a 1080p web camera offering a wider aperture and 2 timed better low light performance. In terms of audio, the Pro is capable of capturing a 60 percent lower noise floor on the microphone. Both the models offer four force cancelling woofers offering 80 percent improved bass along with two tweeters. The graphics are said to be 2.5x faster graphics with Mi Pro and 4x faster graphics with Mi Max.
MacBook Pro provides SSDs up to 7.4GB/s read. In terms of endurance, the Apple notebook provides 2 times prolonged Lightroom and 4 times extended code compiling. The devices are claimed to fast charge to 50 percent in just 30 minutes and it features MagSafe 3 magnetic charging.
MacBook Pro Price in India and its availability
The MacBook Pro 14-inch model will be available at Rs 1,94,400 for the 512GB variant. On the other hand, the MacBook Pro 16-inch model price will start at Rs 2,39,900 for the 512GB model, however, the notebooks will also be available in a 1TB variant too. The new MacBook Pro models with M1 Pro and M1 Max are available to order today on apple.com/in/store. They will begin arriving to customers and will be in select Apple Store locations and Apple Authorised Resellers starting Tuesday, October 26.
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After 2019, Apple has finally updated its AirPods to 3rd generation and the earphone looks neat. One of the most popular TWS has become even better this time with a new design similar to its pro counterpart. Apple AirPods 3 are even more sturdy and future proof.The addition of Dolby atmos is a great touch with which you can get an immersive audio experience. Adding to this now the 3rd generation AirPods support 3-D spatial sound, which was introduced first in Apple Airpods Pro. This basically takes the surround sound to the next level. If you are playing a movie the earphones will adapt accordingly to give you a theatre-like experience. AirPods also feature AAC-ELD, a superior speech codec that offers full HD voice quality, providing clear, natural communication for FaceTime calls.Adding to it, the company introduced a new H1 chip combined with an Apple-designed acoustic system giving the users a good audio experience. The microphones are now inward-facing for monitor sound and then Adaptive EQ helps to get all the mids and lows on point, which might have been lost due to variance in fit.Read Also: Apple launches new iPad 2021 model and iPad Mini: India price and other detailsThe new Airpods 3rd gen is now waterproof and splash-proof making it ideal for jogging, hard workout sessions or during bad weather. The new TWS supports one-touch pair, meaning all you have to do is open the lid of the earphones case to seamlessly connect across any Apple device.The battery has been improved as well and now gives the users 6 hours of listening time. Are you running out of battery time? Worry not, the next generation Airpods can give you 1 hour of backup with just 5 min of charge. Paired with the case the earphones give a backup of 30 hours (4 full charges). Charging solutions are also covered by MagSafe wireless chargers.Read Also: Apple Unleashed the all-new MacBook Pro armed with M1 Pro and M1 Max chipsets: Tech specs and priceThe booking for the new Airpods starts from today and the delivery after one week. The initial starting price for earphones is set as $179 (Rs 18,500 in India) while the 2nd generation Airpod’s prices are reduced to $129 (Rs 12,900 in India) and if paired with a MagSafe charging case that supports wireless charging the costing of 3rd gen will go up to Rs 24,900.
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Minecraft is a legendary game that introduced sandbox games and now the genre is expanding. A sandbox game allows players to create, modify, or destroy their environment. Good for players who love to do experiments and change their environment according to their taste. The game supports cross-platform compatibility and is available on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and more. The question is how to play Minecraft on Chromebook?Though it’s sad that the company has not put this game directly for a Chromebook owner to download and play. Nevertheless, the good news is that Chrome OS supports Linux and Android applications that will enable you to play this game on a Chromebook. Here is how.
Using Android
Step 1 – Head to the settings of the Chromebook.Step 2 – Turn on the Google play store.Step 3 – Open Play Store and search Minecraft: Education EditionOnce the installation is complete you are good to go. The version is free to play and install. The application is available online for students and will give first 10 free logins, after that you need to buy a subscription.
Download Minecraft: Java edition via Linux
Install Linux
The first step to install Minecraft: Java edition is by installing Linux on your Chromebook. To do so, follow the below steps.Step 1 – In your Chrome book, head to Settings and then go under the Advanced tab.Step 2 – Select Developers options from the tab to see the Linux option.Step 3 – Tap on Turn on to start Linux.The process will take a little time and after that, the Chromebook will ask you to set up Linux.Read Also: How to install iTunes on a Chromebook laptop?The Linux setup is completed now following the next method to install Minecraft: Java Edition.
Install Minecraft: Java Edition
Step 1 –Download Minecraft.deb file from the official website.Step 2 – Double click on the file to start installing.Step 3 – Now press the search button to explore the Minecraft launcher. Step 4 – Now the application should be running.Step 5 – Press “Play Demo”.The application will start installing the latest version of the game and after the installation is complete that game will automatically be reopened (open manually in case the application did not open).Read Also: Microsoft is set to add Minecraft to its Xbox Game Pass next monthPlay the game and enjoy it with your fellow gamers. Explore the sandbox world and enjoy hours of fun on your Chromebook playing Minecraft.
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Photoshop is a marvellous piece of software that is developed by Adobe. Do you have a photo and you are willing to edit it? No problem Adobe photoshop got you covered with tons of tools and extensive editing options. But there is a drawback as well. With so many features there also is a big price tag attached to the software. Over that, the application requires a lot of resources to run. Here are some best alternatives to Adobe Photoshop.These applications you can run on your Windows or MAC machines. Though these are not as powerful, they will get you through the day to day tasks.
GIMP
GIMP or GNU Image Manipulation Program is an open-source Photoshop alternative. The program provides almost similar features to photoshop but is relatively cheap/free. For a basic paint program or an expert retouching program, the software got you covered in all the aspects. GIMP also supports many file formats like GIF, JPEG, PNG, and TIFF. The developer community is very active and rolls out updates often. The application is available for Windows, MAC or even Linux. Visit Site
PhotoWorks
An application for windows with incredible functionality and ideal for both professional editors or newbies. It has some AI-based basic tools to help you with basic tasks. Not only that, PhotoWorks is also equipped with niche tools to get you through some advanced photo editing procedures. The application supports over 450 RAW formats with an intuitive interface and library with beautiful presets. Another advanced AI feature is the Face Sculpt feature that takes portrait mode editing to the next level.Visit Site
Pixlr x
Pixlr X is the newer version of the popular Pixlr editor. The well-liked web-based photo-editing application is based on HTML5 rather than Flash that makes it ideal for all the latest browsers including iPad and iPhone. Following the modern dark and light scheme, the software looks modern and refreshed. The application is completely web-based, meaning all you need is a device with the support of an HTML5 browser. It does not do wonders but can do a mediocre level of editing with ease. The Auto-Fix tool is a handy feature to fix any image with just a click.Visit Site
Colorcinch
Another web-based editor and a great alternative for photoshop. The application has a big library of presets, graphics and creative assets to enhance your creation. The highlighting part of the application is an AI-based tool that adds a cartoonish special effect to your project. Also, as it is web-based it will run on any platform be it Mac, Windows PC and Linux as long as you have a good internet connection. Just want to sharpen your editing skills? Use 1.5 million high-resolution images available natively in the application. Colorcinch supports PNG, JPG, or PDF up to 300 DPI.Visit SiteRead Also: How to bulk resize your images in Windows 10
Paint.NET
Paint.NEt was initially a substitute for Microsoft Paint that came with Windows. The application runs on the .NET platform and can be a good alternative for Adobe Photoshop. The user interface of the application might seem outdated but Pain.NET is still a powerful tool you can consider using. The highlight of the software is that you can work in tabbed format just like you use in a modern browser. Multiple images can be opened in tabs for quick switching and editing. The application still has good support and updates automatically with new features and bug fixes.Visit Site
Photopea
Photopea is a web-based photoshop alternative that eliminates downloading and keeping another application on your system. Good for simple tasks like resizing and a quick touch up. Rather than waiting for photoshop to load, just open the web-based application and quickly edit your photographs. With the support of PSD, XCF, Sketch, XD, and CDR formats it is compatible with all platforms.Visit Site
Krita
A free application specially made for photographers who need more flexibility when they get creative. The application revolves around some good painting tools. It has a huge library of paints and brushes with a highlighting pop-up colour palette. It is useful for artists, texture and matte painters, illustrators, and comic strip creators. You can easily make a shortcut of your most-used tools for easy access. If Krita doesn’t have what you are looking for, worry not you can easily import brush and pain packs from other creators or artists to expand your toolset. Whether you are a Windows, Linux or Mac owner, install Krita to enjoy painting hassle-free.Visit Site
Photo Pos Pro
Does Photoshop seem a little too extreme for you? Try Photo Pos Pro. It is a full-fledged editing application but a more organised and tuned down version when compared to Adobe’s offering. The best part about the application as it also features an expert mode that switches the layout according to expert level editing. Practice your editing skills in novice mode to get great knowledge about the editing tool. The application runs on both Windows and Mac.Visit SiteRead Also: 3 best ways to put watermark in your images
Seashore
The application supports TIFF, PNG, JPEG, JP2000, BMP, PICT, PDF, XBM, and GIF, making it one of the most versatile editing tools. The inspiration was taken from the GIMP application but it is a toned-down version of the same exclusively for MAC OS. Ideal for people who just want to do basic tweaks on their photographs and for that Photoshop seems too heavy. The application natively supports pressure sensitivity, good for people who love drawing and have a drawing tablet with them.Visit Site
Sumopaint
Want something old school? Try usingSumopaint. The application is like Microsoft paint hit the gym to get some extra bulk. Sumopaint functions exactly like MS paint but has extra features like layering and extra editing tools. It works on any browser with Flash support and also has a dedicated application for Chromebooks. The file extensions supported are GIF, JPEG, and PNG and users can even use native SUMO format as well.Visit Site
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Nokia XR20 has officially made its debut in the Indian market today. The device has a military-grade design and it is built to withstand extreme temperatures between +55C to -20C, 1.8-meter drops, 1 hour underwater and much more. In addition to this, the phone is powered by Snapdragon 480 SoC and was featured in the worldwide blockbuster James Bond movie No Time To Die.
Nokia XR20 price in India and availability
Nokia XR20 has been launched in India in a single 6GB RAM with 128GB storage options. The Nokia phone is priced at Rs 46,999. The device will be made available in two colour options of Ultra Blue and Granite. The smartphone will be available for pre-booking from 20-29 October 2021 and the sales will start from 30 October. Customers who pre-book the smartphone can avail free gifts such as a Nokia Power Earbuds Lite worth INR 3,599, and One year of screen protection plan. The phone will be available for purchase across leading offline retail stores, e-commerce platforms and Nokia.com.
Nokia XR20 specifications and features
The biggest USP of the Nokia XR20 is its design and build. Let’s understand that first. As the device comes with MIL-STD810H certification the phone is built to endure blistering temperatures from +55C to -20C and a 1.8meter drop will do nothing to it. It can also survive under water measuring up to 1.8meters for an hour. Also, if it gets dirty, you can give it a good scrub with soap and water. Nokia XR20 comes with a 6.67-inch full HD+ display offering 1,080×2,400 pixels of resolution. The device offers an aspect ratio of 20:9, 550 nits of brightness and it comes with a layering of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus to prevent the screen from any breakage and scratches. On the software front, the phone offers an Android 11 stock experience with four years of monthly security updates, the latest software upgrades for up to three years, and future-proofed 5G.Under its hood, there is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 SoC paired with 6GB of RAM along with 128GB of storage. The optics department has been taken care of by a ZEISS optics dual rear camera set up that houses a 48-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.79 aperture and a 13-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.4 aperture. The rear camera also features ZEISS Portrait, ZEISS Cinematic Effects, SpeedWarp mode, Action Cam mode, Night mode, Cinema mode, HDR, Beautification, Panorama, Watermark. Upfront there is an 8-megapixel camera sensor housed inside a centre punch hole for taking selfies and video calling.For connectivity, Nokia XR20 includes 5G, 4G LTE, GPS/A-GPS, Galileo, GLONASS/A-GLONASS, Beidou, QZSS, NavIC, Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax-ready, Wi-Fi dual-band (2.4GHz + 5.0GHz), 2×2 MiMo NFC Supported, USB Type-C (USB 3.0 5Gbps) OTG Bluetooth 5.1 and 3.5mm headphones jack. Nokia XT20 comes with a 4,630mAh removable battery along with 18W wired fast charging, 15W wireless charging, Qi wireless charging, Quick Charge 4.0 and AI battery saving technology. In addition to this, the phone equips extra loud speakers (96dB), OZO Playback, OZO Spatial Audio capture with wind noise reduction, aptX Adaptive and aptX Voice.
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The Chinese smartphone company, Vivo, is all set to announce a new smartphone series in the market — Vivo T Series. The company has confirmed that the fresh lineup will consist of two models, this could be called Vivo T1 and Vivo T1X. Both the devices have been leaked prior to the official announcement, therefore, revealing their specifications. The phones are rumoured to be rebranded variants of iQoo Z5x and iQoo Z5.Vivo T1 series launch is going to take place on October 19 in China. The company has not yet revealed the names of the models but according to leaks, the new series may include Vivo T1 and Vivo T1x. As of now, there is no information shared by the company with regard to the launch event time, but the official renders of both smartphones have been leaked by a tipster ahead of the launch. According to the tipster the Vivo T1 is likely to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778 SoC while the Vivo T1x will be armed with MediaTek Dimensity 900 SoC. T1x is said to feature an LCD display with a hole punch on the up centre of the screen that will playhouse to the selfie camera. Vivo T1The leaked renders suggest that the phone will come equipped with a triple rear camera set up vertically arranged in a rectangular-shaped module with an LED flash. On the other hand, the T1 will come with a dual-camera setup and a waterdrop style notch on the front screen. However, both the handsets will have negligible bezels on the sides with a slightly noticeable chin. Apart from this, the report suggests that the devices will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery and the camera setups will include a 64-megapixel primary sensor. A month back a Vivo smartphone, which is believed to be Vivo T1 was spotted on TENAA as well as on the 3C certification website. As per the listing, the smartphone will feature a 6.58-inch full HD+ display. The camera set is listed to include a 50MP and 2 dual 2MP back cameras while the phone is said to sport an 8MP selfie camera. Vivo T1XThe certification website also revealed that the upcoming phone may be offered in two variants: 8GB RAM with 128GB storage and 12GB RAM with 256GB storage. The phone is said to pack a 4,0005 mAh battery and will be powered by MediaTek Dimansity 900 SoC. Vivo T1X with model number V2115A was also listed on the certification sites which revealed that the mobile phone will come with a 6.67inch full HD display. The triple rear camera set-up will include a 64MP, 2MP and 2MP sensor whereas the front camera will have 16MP resolution sensors. Besides this, the smartphone may also arrive in 8GB RAM with 128GB storage and 12GB RAM with 256GB internal memory
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Another Chinese company to enter the Indian market is EZVIZ with its new security cameras and devices. We played around with their flagship EZVIZ C6N smart security camera for homes over the last few weeks. This is the EZVIZ C6N smart security camera review you must go through if you are in the market to buy a PTZ camera for your home or office.
Out of the box, the EZVIZ C6N smart security camera looks like most others in the market including the one you get from Xiaomi. The contents of the chest include the security camera, a charger, a rather large USB cable to power the device (which is a very good thing) and a roof mounting bracket. The bracket is a good addition to the box, in our opinion, as it will keep the camera out of reach of perpetrators.
Setting up the EZVIZ C6N smart security camera is not hard at all. Just download the EZVIZ app from the Android or iOS store and scan the QR code with it that is placed on the Quick Start Guide. You would require to create a user ID in the app to use all the functionalities of the device. Once done, you are ready to record or see in real-time what the camera sees. Remember you must connect the CCTV camera to the same WiFi the app is on for the first time.
A microSD card of up to 256GB can also be put in the camera, which is nicely hidden beneath the lens. Talking about which, it has a 2MP sensor that can capture video in FHD (1080p). The clarity during the day is very good and at nighttime, it is decent thanks to the infrared light. Objects up to 5-8 meters are very clear during nighttime.
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During EZVIZ C6N smart security camera review we tested its PTZ capabilities. Yes, it is a PTZ camera, which means you can remotely pan and tilt it. So, you always get a better view. The app does a good job, and you can record a moment through it as well on the cloud (optional). Features like motion detection and two-way talk are also there. This means you can interact with someone in front of the camera from anywhere around the world using the app. It makes up for a good baby monitoring camera as well.
Final WordsThe EZVIZ C6N smart security camera is available at Rs 2,299 on Amazon. This is a very good price for a CCTV camera that has Full HD recording with PAN and Tilt features. If you run a kitchen/small business, want to monitor your children or dog in the house while you are away, it makes perfect sense to pick this device up.
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Ex-OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei’s Nothing has partnered with the American chipset maker Qualcomm. The company has been working on its first smartphone and the Nothing phone is expected to launch in 2022. Also, the news is confirmed that the Nothing 1 earphones will become more expensive. Price of the Nothing Ear 1 to rise from 10th Nov 2021 onwards to ₹6,999. Right now they are available at Rs 5,499. The rise in costs of select components and production processes is to be blamed for the price rise. The price rise will also happen in other countries as well. Till now Nothing only introduced one product that is Nothing Ear (1) and things are going to change soon as the Nothing Phone is in the works. This smartphone is expected to be released in early 2022. The London based consumer tech brand has announced it is collaborating with Qualcomm Technologies Inc. and its Snapdragon platform to power future tech products. In addition to this, Nothing has also raised an additional $50 million from strategic and private investors to strengthen its tech ecosystem.Carl Pei, CEO and Co-founder of Nothing said, “The successful launch of our first product, ear (1), proved that there is room for a new challenger brand to emerge and disrupt today’s sea of sameness. Users deserve better products that are simpler to use, accessible, yet look amazing.” He further added “Seamless connectivity is paramount to achieving our vision of a future without barriers between people and technology. We look forward to working alongside Qualcomm Technologies and our strategic investors to achieve Nothing’s next phase of growth.”,But before the company launches its very first Nothing smartphone the possibility is that it could introduce a power bank that is likely to be called Nothin Power (1). However, the details about the phone and the power bank are very less but the Nothing Power Bank could hit the market before the smartphone’s launch by the end of this year. Enrico Salvatori, senior vice-president and president, Qualcomm Europe/MEA, Qualcomm Europe, Inc. said, “We are excited to help Nothing bring to life its highly anticipated ecosystem of tech products. By combining the power and efficiency of Snapdragon mobile platforms with 5G connectivity across many different categories of devices, we are fostering the development of innovative products that are intended to benefit consumers and deliver richer, more immersive experiences.”The company launched Nothing Ear (1) TWS earbuds were launched in India a few months back. And in this duration, the company has sold over 100,000 units of Nothing Ear 1 in the country. The device is now being offered in the country at Rs 5,499 via Flipkart.
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When music is playing, a three microphone array listens for Hey Siri and a fourth inward-facing microphone helps cancel out sound from the speaker to improve Siri’s ability to hear voice requests.
HomePod mini is designed to work with Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, thousands of radio stations including the award-winning Apple Music 1 station, and popular music services like Pandora, Deezer, and others, providing entertainment for everyone. The smart speaker also offers more than 90 million songs, all curated by world-class experts and tastemakers; thousands of curated playlists, including hundreds created specifically for the Apple Music Voice Plan; and more than 25,000 exclusive radio episodes and other original content.
By bringing their iPhone close to the device while listening to music or podcasts or taking a phone call, users can seamlessly hand off the audio without missing a beat. With any U1-equipped iPhone, the experience becomes even more magical with visual, audible, and haptic effects that make it feel as if the devices are physically connected as sound flows from one to another.
If nothing is playing on the HomePod mini, personalised listening suggestions will automatically appear on the iPhone when it is near the speaker, and instant controls are available without needing to unlock the iPhone.
Siri can recognise the voices of up to six different household members, tailor music and podcasts to their preferences, and respond to personal requests, like reading their messages, reminders, notes, and calendar appointments, or making and answering phone calls. Not only this it can offer users a personal update for a quick snapshot of their day. Users can ask “Hey Siri, what’s my update?” to hear the latest news, weather, traffic, reminders, and calendar appointments with a single request.
You can simply use voice commands for Siri to turn off the lights, change the temperature, lock the doors, set a scene, or control devices at specific times. Users can send an intercom message from one HomePod mini to another — whether in a different room, a specific zone, or multiple rooms throughout the home — and their voice message will automatically play on the designated HomePod mini. This functionality also works with iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods, and CarPlay, so everyone in the household can get Intercom notifications and send as well.
In terms of privacy and security, information is sent to Apple servers only after Hey Siri is recognised locally on the device or when the user activates Siri by touch. Requests are not associated with the user’s Apple ID, nor is personal information used for Apple’s advertising sold to third parties. The device collaborated with the iPhone to fulfil requests for messages and notes on the device without disclosing that information to the company.
When music is playing, a three microphone array listens for Hey Siri and a fourth inward-facing microphone helps cancel out sound from the speaker to improve Siri’s ability to hear voice requests.
HomePod mini is designed to work with Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, thousands of radio stations including the award-winning Apple Music 1 station, and popular music services like Pandora, Deezer, and others, providing entertainment for everyone. The smart speaker also offers more than 90 million songs, all curated by world-class experts and tastemakers; thousands of curated playlists, including hundreds created specifically for the Apple Music Voice Plan; and more than 25,000 exclusive radio episodes and other original content.
By bringing their iPhone close to the device while listening to music or podcasts or taking a phone call, users can seamlessly hand off the audio without missing a beat. With any U1-equipped iPhone, the experience becomes even more magical with visual, audible, and haptic effects that make it feel as if the devices are physically connected as sound flows from one to another.
If nothing is playing on the HomePod mini, personalised listening suggestions will automatically appear on the iPhone when it is near the speaker, and instant controls are available without needing to unlock the iPhone.
Siri can recognise the voices of up to six different household members, tailor music and podcasts to their preferences, and respond to personal requests, like reading their messages, reminders, notes, and calendar appointments, or making and answering phone calls. Not only this it can offer users a personal update for a quick snapshot of their day. Users can ask “Hey Siri, what’s my update?” to hear the latest news, weather, traffic, reminders, and calendar appointments with a single request.
You can simply use voice commands for Siri to turn off the lights, change the temperature, lock the doors, set a scene, or control devices at specific times. Users can send an intercom message from one HomePod mini to another — whether in a different room, a specific zone, or multiple rooms throughout the home — and their voice message will automatically play on the designated HomePod mini. This functionality also works with iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods, and CarPlay, so everyone in the household can get Intercom notifications and send as well.
In terms of privacy and security, information is sent to Apple servers only after Hey Siri is recognised locally on the device or when the user activates Siri by touch. Requests are not associated with the user’s Apple ID, nor is personal information used for Apple’s advertising sold to third parties. The device collaborated with the iPhone to fulfil requests for messages and notes on the device without disclosing that information to the company.
Not only this, the new silicon offers 3x faster ML performance. In terms of applications, the chipset offers incredible performance as it has been well optimised while the Rosetta 2 allows Intel’s application to keep performing.
The all-new MacBook Pro will be made available in two sizes 14-inch and 16-inch models. Both feature a Liquid Retina HDR display. The 16-inch model is about 16.2-inches in size with a higher pixel density while the 14-inch model is nearly 14.2-inches in size. The display supports up to 120Hz of refresh rate that automatically adapts to the type of content being played on the device. The notebook is backlit with thousands of mini LEDs. When it comes to brightness MacBook Pro provides 1,000 nits of sustained and 1,600 nits of peak brightness.
MacBook Pro provides SSDs up to 7.4GB/s read. In terms of endurance, the Apple notebook provides 2 times prolonged Lightroom and 4 times extended code compiling. The devices are claimed to fast charge to 50 percent in just 30 minutes and it features MagSafe 3 magnetic charging.
Not only this, the new silicon offers 3x faster ML performance. In terms of applications, the chipset offers incredible performance as it has been well optimised while the Rosetta 2 allows Intel’s application to keep performing.
The all-new MacBook Pro will be made available in two sizes 14-inch and 16-inch models. Both feature a Liquid Retina HDR display. The 16-inch model is about 16.2-inches in size with a higher pixel density while the 14-inch model is nearly 14.2-inches in size. The display supports up to 120Hz of refresh rate that automatically adapts to the type of content being played on the device. The notebook is backlit with thousands of mini LEDs. When it comes to brightness MacBook Pro provides 1,000 nits of sustained and 1,600 nits of peak brightness.
Adding to it, the company introduced a new H1 chip combined with an Apple-designed acoustic system giving the users a good audio experience. The microphones are now inward-facing for monitor sound and then Adaptive EQ helps to get all the mids and lows on point, which might have been lost due to variance in fit.
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Adding to it, the company introduced a new H1 chip combined with an Apple-designed acoustic system giving the users a good audio experience. The microphones are now inward-facing for monitor sound and then Adaptive EQ helps to get all the mids and lows on point, which might have been lost due to variance in fit.
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The new Airpods 3rd gen is now waterproof and splash-proof making it ideal for jogging, hard workout sessions or during bad weather. The new TWS supports one-touch pair, meaning all you have to do is open the lid of the earphones case to seamlessly connect across any Apple device.
The battery has been improved as well and now gives the users 6 hours of listening time. Are you running out of battery time? Worry not, the next generation Airpods can give you 1 hour of backup with just 5 min of charge. Paired with the case the earphones give a backup of 30 hours (4 full charges). Charging solutions are also covered by MagSafe wireless chargers.
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The booking for the new Airpods starts from today and the delivery after one week. The initial starting price for earphones is set as $179 (Rs 18,500 in India) while the 2nd generation Airpod’s prices are reduced to $129 (Rs 12,900 in India) and if paired with a MagSafe charging case that supports wireless charging the costing of 3rd gen will go up to Rs 24,900.
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Step 3 – Open Play Store and search Minecraft: Education Edition
Once the installation is complete you are good to go. The version is free to play and install. The application is available online for students and will give first 10 free logins, after that you need to buy a subscription.
The process will take a little time and after that, the Chromebook will ask you to set up Linux.
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The Linux setup is completed now following the next method to install Minecraft: Java Edition.
Step 5 – Press “Play Demo”.
The application will start installing the latest version of the game and after the installation is complete that game will automatically be reopened (open manually in case the application did not open).
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Play the game and enjoy it with your fellow gamers. Explore the sandbox world and enjoy hours of fun on your Chromebook playing Minecraft.
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GIMP or GNU Image Manipulation Program is an open-source Photoshop alternative. The program provides almost similar features to photoshop but is relatively cheap/free. For a basic paint program or an expert retouching program, the software got you covered in all the aspects.
GIMP also supports many file formats like GIF, JPEG, PNG, and TIFF. The developer community is very active and rolls out updates often. The application is available for Windows, MAC or even Linux.
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An application for windows with incredible functionality and ideal for both professional editors or newbies. It has some AI-based basic tools to help you with basic tasks. Not only that, PhotoWorks is also equipped with niche tools to get you through some advanced photo editing procedures. The application supports over 450 RAW formats with an intuitive interface and library with beautiful presets. Another advanced AI feature is the Face Sculpt feature that takes portrait mode editing to the next level.
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Pixlr X is the newer version of the popular Pixlr editor. The well-liked web-based photo-editing application is based on HTML5 rather than Flash that makes it ideal for all the latest browsers including iPad and iPhone. Following the modern dark and light scheme, the software looks modern and refreshed.
The application is completely web-based, meaning all you need is a device with the support of an HTML5 browser. It does not do wonders but can do a mediocre level of editing with ease. The Auto-Fix tool is a handy feature to fix any image with just a click.
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Another web-based editor and a great alternative for photoshop. The application has a big library of presets, graphics and creative assets to enhance your creation. The highlighting part of the application is an AI-based tool that adds a cartoonish special effect to your project.
Also, as it is web-based it will run on any platform be it Mac, Windows PC and Linux as long as you have a good internet connection. Just want to sharpen your editing skills? Use 1.5 million high-resolution images available natively in the application. Colorcinch supports PNG, JPG, or PDF up to 300 DPI.
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Paint.NEt was initially a substitute for Microsoft Paint that came with Windows. The application runs on the .NET platform and can be a good alternative for Adobe Photoshop. The user interface of the application might seem outdated but Pain.NET is still a powerful tool you can consider using.
The highlight of the software is that you can work in tabbed format just like you use in a modern browser. Multiple images can be opened in tabs for quick switching and editing. The application still has good support and updates automatically with new features and bug fixes.
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Photopea is a web-based photoshop alternative that eliminates downloading and keeping another application on your system. Good for simple tasks like resizing and a quick touch up. Rather than waiting for photoshop to load, just open the web-based application and quickly edit your photographs. With the support of PSD, XCF, Sketch, XD, and CDR formats it is compatible with all platforms.
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A free application specially made for photographers who need more flexibility when they get creative. The application revolves around some good painting tools. It has a huge library of paints and brushes with a highlighting pop-up colour palette. It is useful for artists, texture and matte painters, illustrators, and comic strip creators.
You can easily make a shortcut of your most-used tools for easy access. If Krita doesn’t have what you are looking for, worry not you can easily import brush and pain packs from other creators or artists to expand your toolset. Whether you are a Windows, Linux or Mac owner, install Krita to enjoy painting hassle-free.
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Does Photoshop seem a little too extreme for you? Try Photo Pos Pro. It is a full-fledged editing application but a more organised and tuned down version when compared to Adobe’s offering. The best part about the application as it also features an expert mode that switches the layout according to expert level editing. Practice your editing skills in novice mode to get great knowledge about the editing tool. The application runs on both Windows and Mac.
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The application supports TIFF, PNG, JPEG, JP2000, BMP, PICT, PDF, XBM, and GIF, making it one of the most versatile editing tools. The inspiration was taken from the GIMP application but it is a toned-down version of the same exclusively for MAC OS. Ideal for people who just want to do basic tweaks on their photographs and for that Photoshop seems too heavy. The application natively supports pressure sensitivity, good for people who love drawing and have a drawing tablet with them.
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Want something old school? Try usingSumopaint. The application is like Microsoft paint hit the gym to get some extra bulk. Sumopaint functions exactly like MS paint but has extra features like layering and extra editing tools. It works on any browser with Flash support and also has a dedicated application for Chromebooks. The file extensions supported are GIF, JPEG, and PNG and users can even use native SUMO format as well.
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Customers who pre-book the smartphone can avail free gifts such as a Nokia Power Earbuds Lite worth INR 3,599, and One year of screen protection plan. The phone will be available for purchase across leading offline retail stores, e-commerce platforms and Nokia.com.
Under its hood, there is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 SoC paired with 6GB of RAM along with 128GB of storage. The optics department has been taken care of by a ZEISS optics dual rear camera set up that houses a 48-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.79 aperture and a 13-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.4 aperture.
The rear camera also features ZEISS Portrait, ZEISS Cinematic Effects, SpeedWarp mode, Action Cam mode, Night mode, Cinema mode, HDR, Beautification, Panorama, Watermark. Upfront there is an 8-megapixel camera sensor housed inside a centre punch hole for taking selfies and video calling.
For connectivity, Nokia XR20 includes 5G, 4G LTE, GPS/A-GPS, Galileo, GLONASS/A-GLONASS, Beidou, QZSS, NavIC, Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax-ready, Wi-Fi dual-band (2.4GHz + 5.0GHz), 2×2 MiMo NFC Supported, USB Type-C (USB 3.0 5Gbps) OTG Bluetooth 5.1 and 3.5mm headphones jack.
Nokia XT20 comes with a 4,630mAh removable battery along with 18W wired fast charging, 15W wireless charging, Qi wireless charging, Quick Charge 4.0 and AI battery saving technology. In addition to this, the phone equips extra loud speakers (96dB), OZO Playback, OZO Spatial Audio capture with wind noise reduction, aptX Adaptive and aptX Voice.
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A microSD card of up to 256GB can also be put in the camera, which is nicely hidden beneath the lens. Talking about which, it has a 2MP sensor that can capture video in FHD (1080p). The clarity during the day is very good and at nighttime, it is decent thanks to the infrared light. Objects up to 5-8 meters are very clear during nighttime.
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A microSD card of up to 256GB can also be put in the camera, which is nicely hidden beneath the lens. Talking about which, it has a 2MP sensor that can capture video in FHD (1080p). The clarity during the day is very good and at nighttime, it is decent thanks to the infrared light. Objects up to 5-8 meters are very clear during nighttime.
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During EZVIZ C6N smart security camera review we tested its PTZ capabilities. Yes, it is a PTZ camera, which means you can remotely pan and tilt it. So, you always get a better view. The app does a good job, and you can record a moment through it as well on the cloud (optional). Features like motion detection and two-way talk are also there. This means you can interact with someone in front of the camera from anywhere around the world using the app. It makes up for a good baby monitoring camera as well.
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The EZVIZ C6N smart security camera is available at Rs 2,299 on Amazon. This is a very good price for a CCTV camera that has Full HD recording with PAN and Tilt features. If you run a kitchen/small business, want to monitor your children or dog in the house while you are away, it makes perfect sense to pick this device up.
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