WhatsApp introduces Animated Stickers, QR codes and more: Here’s everything you must know

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With WhatsApp being used by over 2 billion people across the globe, the Facebook-owned instant messaging app is being constantly updated to provide the users a simple, reliable and private way to chat with friends and family. WhatsApp has now introduced Animated Stickers, QR codes, Dark Mode for WhatsApp Web and desktops along with other features. Mind you! These features are rolling out to users over the next few weeks, in the latest versions of WhatsApp. As far as Animated Stickers are concerned, WhatApp revealed that stickers are one of the fastest growing ways people communicate on this instant messaging app. Around billions of stickers are sent every day. We are rolling out new animated sticker packs that are even more fun and expressive. Now moving on to QR codes, WhatApp is makng it easier than ever to add a new contact. Soon when you meet someone new, you will be able to scan their QR code to add them to your contacts. Therefore, there is no more need to save the number manually by tapping in their digits one at a time. Thirdly, WhatApp has introduced Dark mode for WhatsApp web and desktop. Dark mode allows you to change the color theme of WhatsApp from white to black. In order to use this incredibly popular Dark Mode theme now on your computer all you need to do is:
  • Open WhatsApp
  • Then tap More options
  • Go to Settings
  • Click on Chats
  • Select Theme:
    1. Dark: Turn dark mode on.
    2. Light: Turn dark mode off
WhatsApp has also improved group video calls. With now up to 8 people on a video call, the instant messaging app has made it easier to focus on whoever you want by letting you press and hold to maximize a participant’s video to full screen. WhatsApp has also added a video icon in group chats of 8 or less, so you can easily start a group video call with 1-tap. In order to access the new, higher participant limit on WhatsApp calls that is up to 8 people, all participants in a call need to update to the latest version of WhatsApp available on iPhone or Android. In addition to all these features, WhatsApp features update now enables KaiOS users to enjoy the popular feature that allows them to share updates that disappear after 24 hours. Do let us know what do you think about these new features roll out by WhatsApp in the comments section below. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date with the Gadget Bridge Android App.

Samsung seems to have leaked the copper colour variant of its upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra on its own website

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2020 event is rumoured to be held on August 5. As the launch event is inching closer leaks and rumours related to Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series have already started pouring in. Recently a tipster has shared that the Ultra variant from the upcoming series will be featuring LTPO OLED display with a higher refresh of 120Hz. In addition to this, the live images of the device were also shared on the web. Keeping that aside in a new development the renders of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has been leaked on the web revealing the entire form factor of the device. The South Korean smartphone company Samsung itself accidentally shared the latest renders of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra on its own website.  The pictures were put up on the company’s Ukrainian website just below the Galaxy Note 8’s product image. The images were first spotted by the Indian tipster Ishan Agarwal. He has also shared the images via Twitter. As confirmed by The Verge the images do currently appear on Samsung’s Russian website for the Galaxy Note 8, as the background for a section that reads “Discover the next generation Note” — which links out to the Galaxy Note 10, not a new phone. Given the mismatched colours, it seems possible that whoever built Samsung’s site here may have grabbed the wrong assets and accidentally put up a picture of the next next-gen Note — the Galaxy Note 20 — instead.
copper colour variant
Image Courtesy: Twitter/@ishanagarwal24
Yes, this time the company’s next flagship will be seen in a new copper colour variant. Not only the leaked renders but Ice Universe the tipster who last month shared the live images of the Ultra variant of the Galaxy Note series has also confirmed through a tweet that the smartphone is going to be released in copper colour. The shared tweet reads, “Note20 Ultra’s copper colour is a bit pink, and it is frosted glass.” Now that’s interesting if the shared images are real then the year’s much-anticipated phone will be looking awesome and we are looking forward to it. However, the latest renders have now been pulled from the company’s website so this also confirms that this is not what the company wanted it to be shared at the moment. The renders have revealed that the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra will have a camera set up similar to S20 series which is speculated to be a powerful 108-megapixel sensor along with a 12-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a 13-megapixel periscopic style zoom lens supported by a laser autofocus module. Not just that to give it a more balanced look the company has also added a new bronze ring around each sensor. The all-new copper colour gives the smartphone a more elegant as well premium look. Also, the S Pen stylus will be smaller than what we have seen with the last generation of Note. According to tipster Ice Universe, the S Pen will come with a metal body. Everything of the device has been shared but sadly we could not get the glimpse of the front part of the device. But the display is stated to have curved edges and to use an LTPO OLED display with QHD+ resolution supported by a refresh rate of 120Hz.  For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App.

July 2 Amazon Quiz: Answer five easy questions to win Rs 5,000 Amazon Pay Balance

Amazon Quiz has gone live on its platform. The quiz timings are daily 8 AM to 12 noon.  By submitting correct answers the millions of Amazon customers can win free gadgets as well as Amazon Pay Balance. Participating in today’s quiz you can stand a chance to win Rs 5,000 Amazon Pay Balance. Daily the e-commerce platform brings a fresh questionnaire to which the contestants have to answer correctly to enter into a lucky draw. The quiz can be played daily from 8 AM to 12 noon. The Amazon Quiz contains five easy questions that are based on current affairs and general knowledge. Only one person is declared as a winner and the results are announced at the end every month. Answering all the questions correctly might let you win something and a wrong answer will get you eliminated from the quiz. To make sure you answer all the questions correctly Gadget Bridge everyday updates all the correct answers to all the 5 questions. check out today’s answers for the Quiz to win Rs 5,000 Amazon Pay Balance.

July 2 Amazon Quiz Answers

Question 1: Which Indian footballer who received the Indian Player of the Year in 1993, 1997 and 1999 has been recommended for Padma Shri this year?
The answer is- IM Vijayan
Question 2: The movie ‘Dil Bechara’ based on ‘The Fault in Our Stars’ stars which of these late actors?
The answer is- Sushant Singh Rajput Question 3: Which famous sportsperson born on July 5th, has won a silver medal each at the Olympics, Asian Games and Commonwealth Games?
The answer is- PV Sindhu
Question 4: What is the name of the new experimental app introduced by Google for users to share and curate interesting stuff? The answer is- Keen
Question 5: Malala Yousafzai, the youngest person ever to win the Nobel Peace Prize, recently completed her degree from which university in the UK?
The answer is- University of Oxford

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

  • Download the Amazon app from Google Play Store.
  • Fill in the required information through the Sign Up option.
  • Now log in to the Amazon app and scroll down on the home screen to find the Amazon Quiz banner.
  • Tap on the Amazon Quiz banner and then tap on the Start button to begin the Quiz.
  • Now you will get 5 questions and you need to answer them correctly. One wrong answer will eliminate you from the Quiz.
  • After answering all the questions correctly you are now eligible for a Lucky Draw.
  • The winner’s name will be announced on the 30th of every month.
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Dell announces Precision 5550 Workstation in India powered by 10th Gen Intel Core processor

Dell announced the launch of its mobile work station in India being called Precision 5550. It is a 15-inch model and is an upgraded variant of Pression 5540. The Dell Workstation comes with a smallest and thinnest 39.6 cm mobile workstation design to handle workloads. The device has been created for the working professional, creators as well as engineers and comes with a stunning 4-sided InfinityEdge 16:10 aspect ratio display. This is partnered with an infrared camera for improved video conferencing. Vivekanand Manjeri, Brand Director, Client Solutions Group, Dell Technologies India, said, “Customers across industries with design-intensive workloads will find value in the Precision 5550 mobile workstations. From fast rendering to detailed visualizations and complex simulations, the Precision 5550 is a perfect combination of power and style, with the latest hardware and software components, thermal innovations and intelligent features, Creative users across industries will appreciate this workstation.” Precision 5550 Workstation Tech specs-wise, the Dell Precision 5550 mobile workstation is powered by the latest 10th Gen Intel Core and Xeon processors with up to 8-cores and is paired with NVIDIA Quadro T2000 graphics. The device can handle applications for 3D design and modelling, simulation & analysis, rendering etc. with ease. It comes with a Dell Optimizer for Precision software, the AI-based performance optimizer software that automatically tunes the workstation using machine learning, delivering Express Response for optimized application performance. Express Charge for faster battery charging is available, too. According to the company, the Precision 5550 is 6 percent smaller than its predecessor 5540. It comes with 92 percent screen to body ratio and is made out of aluminium and carbon fibre to give a lighter feel. The latest workstation by Dell is supported by HDR400 and the Dell PremierColor Software offers colour accuracy along with as well as diamond cut sidewalls and machined speaker grills The Dell Precision 5550 features a 105 percent larger touchpad as compared to the previous generation. IR camera at the top of the bezel and blue light sensor is available as well. Precision workstations are tested to ensure the high-performance applications you rely on every day run smoothly. Independent Software Vendor (ISV) certification is the result of precise engineering and rigorous testing to optimize performance and reliability to run leading industry applications. There is advanced thermal cooling which helps the device to power through professional programs by enabling the processor to stay in increased frequency turbo modes longer. With the built-in AI platform, Dell Optimizer adapts to users preferences to create a smarter, personalized and productive experience. With AI-based features like Express Response, Express Charge and intelligent Audio, hence boosting the battery life, performance levels and refined overall sound experience. Precision comes with two Type-C Thunderbolt ports for superfast data transfers. Keeping in mind the security and privacy of the users the mobile workstation features a shutter to physically block the camera or open it when they want to during a video conference or take photos. In addition to this, the Dell Reliable Memory Technology (RMT) Pro protects the PC from potential crashes. Dell’s exclusive, RMT Pro works in conjunction with error-correcting code (ECC) memory to detect and correct memory errors in real-time. The price of the Dell Precision 5550 workstation starts at Rs.1,29,999, excluding GST via the official Dell website.  For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App.

Thomson Oath Pro Series 4K Televisions launched in India

The French consumer electronics brand Thomson launched its new range of Android TV in India. The company has introduced the Oath Pro series that includes Television in three different sizes of 43 inches, 55 inches, and 65 inches. The price starts at Rs 24,999 and goes up to Rs 52,999. According to the company, all the parts of its Android TVs are designed in Paris and are Made in India. The series is going to take on OnePlus smart TVs that will come with a bezel-less and minimalistic screen. Delighted to bring the best of global technology and its premium offering at most competitive prices, Avneet Singh Marwah, CEO SPPL, Exclusive Brand Licensee of Thomson TVs in India exclaims, “We are proud that all our premium android TVs are made in India. In a short span of 2 years, we are delighted to have captured 5% of the smart tv market space, with our entry into the premium TV segment now. For almost a decade 4 brands had 80% market share, the foremost reason was premium technology products. This tv has the world’s best features with the Android ecosystem and at a super affordable price. There will be a definite shift in the market share of the premium segment, in the next 3 years, we plan to achieve 15% in this segment. Thomson tv has taken a strategic decision to launch more premium technology TVs in the future.”

Thomson Oath Pro Series Televisions pricing and availability

The new Thomson Oath Pro series will be exclusively available for purchase via e-commerce website Flipkart starting July 3. The Television series will be available in three sizes – 43 inches, 55 inches, and 65 inches. The price of the models has been set at Rs 24,999, Rs 32,999 and 52,999 respectively. Thomson Oath Pro Series Televisions

Thomson Oath Pro Series Televisions features

All the variants of the Thomson Oath Pro series will be available in a unique rose gold colour variant. The Television series runs on Android TV 9 Pie as its operating software allowing the users to get access to Google Play store to download and install video streaming apps as well as games. However, the Thompson TV comes preloaded with Netflix, Amazon prime video and YouTube. According to the company, the content on premium TV will be accessible in 48 different languages apart from Hindi and English. In addition to this, the device also includes features such as MEMC (motion estimation, motion compensation), Dolby digital plus, Dolby Vision, HDR10, Bluetooth 5.0. The display comes with a resolution of 3840X2160 supported by HDR tech. along with inbuilt speakers. There are 30 watts edge free bottom-firing speakers powered by DOLBY audio for better sound quality The Oath Pro series of Televisions comes integrated with Wi-Fi, therefore, giving access to the user to connect the TV to their smartphones along with multiple options. In addition to this the multiple screencasting options in OATH Pro makes work from home and online classes convenient. Moreover, the Television is also assisted by Google Assistant and it runs on Mediatek Quad Processor. The device is shipped with a voice-controlled remote that comes with Bluetooth connectivity. With this affordable premium offering -Thomson will be giving a stiff and head-on competition to OnePlus TVs as it is fully loaded tv with Android ecosystem, Dolby vision, DTS, Dolby digital plus, HDR 10, 5000 tv app and games, MEMC, IPS panel and with a better price tag.  For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App.

Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G BTS Edition, Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition and Cloud White colour variant of the Galaxy S20 Ultra launched in India

The South Korean smartphone brand Samsung has officially announced the launch of its latest BTS edition of Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy Buds+ in India. The company has launched Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G BTS Edition and Galaxy Buds+ BTS editions in the country. The device will be available in a new purple colour variant with the BTS logo. BTS edition has been launched for the fans of BTS K-pop band. In addition to this, the company has also begun the pre-booking of the Cloud White colour variant of the Galaxy S20 Ultra. Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G BTS Edition and Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition pricing and availability The Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G BTS Edition will be available with a price tag of Rs. 87,999 whereas the price of the Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition has been set at Rs 14,990. While on the other hand, the Cloud White colour variant of the Galaxy S20 Ultra will be available at Rs 97,999. All the devices are now up for pre-orders via Samsung India online store from today onwards till July 9. Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G BTS Edition and Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition To recall The Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G BTS Edition was launched in the US and the South Korean market at 1397,000 won, Samsung Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition at 220,000 won. Inside the box, the buyers will get BTS attractive stickers allowing customizations along with photo cards featuring the band members as well as other accessories such as back cover and AKG earphones. Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G BTS Edition specifications Galaxy S20+ comes with a 6.70-inch 6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED screen (Infinity-O display) with 1,440×3,200 pixels of resolution. The device runs on One UI 2.1 based on Android 10. Under the hood, there is a Samsung Exynos 990 processor. The handset comes with a quad rear camera set up that includes a 12-megapixel wide-angle sensor with f/1.8 aperture, a 64-megapixel telephoto sensor with f/2 aperture, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide sensor with f/2.2 aperture and a depth sensor. For selfies, there is a 10-megapixel autofocus sensor with f/2.2 aperture. It packs a 4,500mAh battery and has wireless charging and PowerShare support. Samsung Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition specifications Samsung Galaxy Buds+ comes with an AKG-tuned two-way speaker system that also includes a tweeter and a woofer. The earphones are supported by Ambient Sound technology and Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) feature for better noise isolation. There are three mics, one inner and two outers. The earphones are powered by 85mAh battery that can last up to 11 hours of playtime on a single charge while the charging case adds an extra 11 hours of battery life. In terms of connectivity, there is Bluetooth 5.0 and is compatible with Android as well as iOS devices The Galaxy Buds+ are IPX2 rated for sweat and splash resistance.  For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App.

OnePlus Nord officially announced by the company, will be available for pre-orders via Amazon at 2 PM onwards today

Yes, its OnePlus Nord, the company has officially announced the name of its upcoming budget smartphone by teasing the smartphone on the e-commerce website Amazon. The device will be up for pre-order today via both Amazon India and OnePlus.in. Also, the company yesterday shared the first episode of the ‘New Beginnings’. OnePlus has finally announced its first affordable smartphone, OnePlus Nord, in India as well as Europe. The company will be making the phone available in the market soon this month. The company on its Instagram account released the first episode of its documentary New Beginnings where the company’s Founder and CEO Pete Lau revealed that the device is going to come under $500 that translates to Rs 37,700 according to Indian currency. This means OnePlus Nord will be knowingly economical than its latest OnePlus 8 series. CEO Pete Lau revealed that OnePlus Nord will be our first product below $500 in recent years. According to him, this is a massive challenge for the whole team. In the episode, it was further revealed that the device is going to come with a triple rear camera set up and a dual front camera set up. India and Europe will be the first market to receive the device. In a statement released by the company, it mentioned that besides these two countries the handset will be available in other select markets including the US. Lau further added, “We are immensely proud of our flagship products and will continue to create more tech-leading flagships for our users. Now we are excited to share the OnePlus experience with even more users around the world through this new product line,” OnePlus Nord pre-orders In addition to this, the company has also shared the pre-order details of OnePlus Nord in its Instagram stories the device will be up for pre-order for a limited period of time of 24 hours only. According to the company, only 100 units of the smartphone will be available for pre-bookings. So the pre-bookings will begin at 2 PM today. The previous rumours suggest that OnePlus Nord is expected to features a dual selfie camera consisting of a 32-megapixel main sensor and an 8-megapixel sensor. In addition to this, it is most likely to come with a hole punch design 6.55-inch Super AMOLED display along with triple rear cameras. The mobile phone is said to be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor paired with 12GB of RAM
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PUBG Mobile 0.19.0 update: Here is what PUBG’s upcoming Livik map is going to bring on July 7

PUBG Mobile 0.19.0 update is arriving on July 7 as announced by the company’s official Twitter handle. The upcoming update is going to bring a new map named Livik. Prior to its official roll out the company has shared some details on what you can expect from the latest map. However, the leaks suggest that the new map is going to be an exclusive one being offered by the developers until now. Recently PUBG Mobile announced via Twitter post that the next 0.19.0 update will come to the game on July 7. The update will bring the new map called Livik. However, the map is now available in the beta version of PUBG Mobile as ‘Secretmap’. In the past, the company has lured users with new modes like Jungle Adventure mode and Blue hole mode, Season 13 and other fun activities like SummerLand event and Guncraft Master were received extremely well by players world over.  The company says, “Amid these new additions to the game, the brand has decided to give its users something bigger and better, a new map! Since the announcement of Livik, it has been the talk of the town and users cannot wait to see everything it has to offer. Last week, we had the developers give us some exciting details that provide a sneak-peak into exactly what’s in store for us.” Below are some key points that will give players a sneak-peek into Livik:
  • The upcoming new map Livik is said to be a smaller map with faster-paced action-packed matches, making it the first-ever battle royale map to have 15-minute long matches specially created for players that shuffle between various work schedules and life commitments through the day.
  • New and unique landmarks, terrain changes, and themes in this map will be introduced to the map different from anything players have witnessed in the past.
  • Based on Nordic terrain, Livik will offer waterfalls and hot springs, therefore, adding unique strategic elements as well as in-game interactions to matches that are already focused on high octane action.
  • According to the company with the addition of waterfalls, players fear the chance of getting washed away with the rapid water flow, this will lead to the development of new skills and tactics such as launching a motorboat from the top of a waterfall into the water below.
  • In addition to this there will be new guns, he MK12 burst sniper rifle and a P90 original submachine gun from Team Death Match Arena Mode as well as an extended barrel which will allow for weapons that usually only excel at close to medium range engagements to push out a bit further.
While giving the preview into new map the company said, “While these are some of the few aspects mentioned by the team of developers, we’re sure that PUBG MOBILE has many more surprises to be uncovered. Stay tuned to find out exactly what they have up their sleeve.”  Few reports suggest that the Likvik will be two kilometers by two Kilometres in size. Other than bringing quick matches to the map it will also allow a maximum of up to 40 players. According to the game producer Rick Li, “The waterfalls around the map will provide unique interactions with the player not available on other maps.”
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Samsung launched The Serif and 2020 OLED 8K lifestyle televisions in India

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The South Korean Samsung has expanded its portfolio of QLED Television with the launch of its latest 2020 lifestyle televisions in India. The company has introduced The Serif and 2020 QLED 8K TV which goes beyond the traditional concept of a TV to a piece of home décor that elevates the design of any living space. To develop the lifestyle TV the company has collaborated with acclaimed Parisian design duo Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec. Raju Pullan, Senior Vice President, Consumer Electronics Business, Samsung India said “Consumers today look for products which sit tastefully at the intersection of great design and premium technology. When designing their homes, they want distinctive, unique and personalised elements, including technology. As a part of our new 2020 lifestyle TV line-up, we are set to offer an unbelievably beautiful masterpiece in The Serif, which is designed to be more than just a television. It is a connoisseur’s delight, elevating the design of any living space. Building on the strong demand for the QLED 8K TV line up launched last year, we are also introducing the 2020 QLED 8K TV range that comes with industry-leading picture quality, breath-taking design and smart capabilities that are as useful as they are innovative. We are confident these new TVs will help us consolidate our market leadership.”

Pricing and availability

Samsung The Serif will be available in three different sizes of 43-inch, 49-inch and 55-inch. The pice of the TV has been set at Rs 83,900 for the 43-inch TV, Rs 1,16,900 for the 49-inch model and Rs 1,48,900 for the 55-inch screen size variant. The lifestyle TV will be available only on Amazon, Samsung’s official online store Samsung Shop and select Samsung Smart Plazas. According to the company on Amazon, The Serif will be available at a special price for the first 10 days, from July 08 to July 17. Whereas the new range of QLED 8K TVs will be available at Rs 4.99 lakhs for the 65-inch model, Rs 9.99 lakh for the 75-inch, Rs 14.29 lakhs for the 82-inch variant and Rs 15.79 lakhs for the 85-inch model. However, the 2020 QLED 4K TV line-up would be available from 43-inch to 75 -inch screen sizes. QLED 8K and QLED 4K models will be available at all Samsung Smart Plazas, leading consumer electronic stores and across online platforms, including Samsung’s official online store Samsung Shop. The launch offers include, on pre-booking the Samsung QLED 8K TV between July 1 and July 10, 2020, consumers will get two Galaxy S20 Plus smartphones with their ultra-premium TV. A cashback of Rs 15,000, on QLED 8K TVs can be availed through HDFC and ICICI (debit and credit cards) and Federal Bank (debit card). Also, the buyers are eligible to get up to 50% discount on subscriptions of OTT platforms such as ZEE5, Sony Liv & Eros Now, and free subscription for music streaming apps such as Gaana Plus for one-year and Apple Music for three months along with a free subscription to Office365 along with 5GB of cloud storage. The Serif & QLED 4K TVs will come with a 10-year no screen burn-in warranty, one-year comprehensive warranty and one-year additional warranty on the panel. Consumers buying QLED 8K TVs will get a one-year comprehensive warranty and one-year additional warranty on the panel.

The Serif features

The Serif comes with a uni-body design in the shape of the letter “I”. According to the company, it is a statement centerpiece that not only redefines TV viewing but also creates an eccentric space that complements one’s lifestyle while creating a lasting impression. The Serif is the only television that comes inbuilt with NFC (Near Field Communication) technology for seamless entertainment. It can be mounted on the wall or the company ships a metal stand that detaches easily, so one can move it around wherever and whenever. The TV comes equipped with Quantum Dot Technology for brilliant picture quality matched by boldly clear and immersive sound. By detecting distracting noises and automatically adjusting volume and clarity in real-time, The Serif keeps the focus on the meaningful sounds and voices with the Active Voice Amplifier (AVA) feature. The Serif The display comes with 100% Color Volume, Quantum Processor 4K and HDR 10+.and can upscale everything to 4K picture quality by analyzing each scene of the content using its AI Upscaling technology. The screen can maintain optimal brightness and contrast as it comes with an Adaptive picture which can sense changes in surrounding light and adjusts the screen’s settings. As it comes integrated with multiple Wi-Fi enabled tools the users can connect their compatible smartphones to stream music and other content. All that one needs to do is place the smartphone on top of The Serif and it will connect automatically using NFC technology – just tap, connect, and enjoy. Additionally, with the Multi View feature, consumers will be able to watch what’s on TV and see what’s on the mobile at the same time. The AirPlay 2 compatibility allows you to play videos and music, or share photos from their iPhone, iPad and Mac on the QLED screen. It will also allow users to take voice control one step further with voice assistants like Alexa and Bixby directly integrated into the TV. The device also comes with other features such as Personal Computer Mode, Multi-Voice Assist, Content Guide, Music Player, Auto Hotspot and Home Cloud among others.

2020 Samsung QLED TVs features

The company launched the world’s first QLED 8K TVs last year so this year it brings features such as Infinity Screen, Adaptive Picture, Active Voice Amplifier, Q-Symphony and Object Tracking Sound+. The 2020 models come with Real 8K Resolution, 8K AI Upscaling, Quantum Processor 8K, and Quantum HDR for better viewing experience. 2020 Samsung QLED TVs Infinity Screen offers a 99 percent screen-to-body ratio, therefore, allowing the user to view distances of 10-15 feet. To create a theatre-like viewing experience Object Tracking Sound+ technology makes the following movement on-screen through six speakers built into the TV. “On the QLED 8K TVs, a video’s audio follows the action on-screen in real-time. When a car moves from the left to the right-hand side of the screen, so will the sound it makes; and when a heavy object drops from the top to the bottom of the screen, so will the audio,” as stated by the company. The Active Voice Amplifier recognizes exterior noises and increases the volume of voices in content accordingly if surrounding conditions become too loud. While the Q-Symphony is a feature that plays audio using both the TV speakers and the soundbar at the same time.                   

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July 1 Amazon Quiz: Answer five easy questions to win Apple iPhone XR 

Amazon India is back with another lucrative quiz on its platform. Amazon Quiz has already gone live and today you can stand a chance to win Apple iPhone XR. Every day the e-commerce platform brings an opportunity for its customers to win amazing prizes by answering five questions. The questionnaire is based on general knowledge and current affairs. If you managed to answer all the questions correctly you will be eligible to win gifts such as iPhone X, iPhone Xs, Seagate HDD, GoPro Hero 8 Camera, LG Smartphones, Samsung Galaxy S20, Air Purifier, Oppo smartphones, Amazon Pay Balance among others. The Amazon Quiz is hosted for the app users only which means desktops users cannot participate in the quiz. So before participating just make sure you have downloaded the App. The lucky users might win something by answering all the questions correctly. The Amazon Quiz can be played daily from 8 AM to 12 noon. Daily the e-commerce platform gives a chance to millions of people across the country to win exciting prizes. To participate and win Apple iPhone XR check out today’s answers.

July 1 Amazon Quiz Answers:

Question 1: Which famous Music Director born on 27th June was known popularly by the nickname ‘Pancham’?
The answer is- RD Burman
Question 2: Which day celebrated annually on 30th June was co-founded by astrophysicist and famed musician Dr. Brian May?
The answer is- World Asteroid Day

Question 3: As per Forbes real-time Billionaire list, which Indian recently soared into the top 10, based on a sharp rise in net worth?

The answer is- Mukesh Ambani

Question 4: The GWM Group is China’s largest SUV and pick up manufacturer. What is the full form of GWM?

The answer is- Great Wall Motors

Question 5: ‘Swarg ka Dwaar’ is the last episode of which Amazon Prime series?

The answer is- Paatal Lok

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Google and Apple’s COVID-19 exposure notification system is now accessible: Here’s everything you should know

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Ever since Apple and Google issued a joint statement revealing about their plans to roll out COVID-19 exposure notification system back in May, people and media had been talking a lot about this technology that aimed to help public health authorities fight the Coronavirus pandemic. Now, as the COVID-19 exposure notification system has been introduced, it’s been creating a lot of confusion amongst the masses. Apple and Google seemingly failed to explain the users what “random IDs”, “authorized apps” are all about. Moreover, people are clueless about the silent installation of a COVID-19 “track and trace” app on Android and iPhone devices. According to Boom, “Several viral messages on social media falsely claim that the latest #COVID19 Exposure Notification service launched by Google and Apple is actually a tracker that has been inserted into every phone during ‘phone disruptions earlier this week’.” Besides this, there are forwarded messages on WhatsApp, Facebook and Twitter that the COVID-19 exposure sensor has been installed on every single Android and iPhone device. The message says that it becomes functional once Bluetooth is switched on. You’ll find similar messages on platforms including Facebook and Twitter as well. People are in utter confusion who it is being installed automatically. According to a news report, FullFact.org, the UK’s independent fact checking charity, stated, “The claim that the [NHS COVID-19 track and trace] app has been automatically downloaded is incorrect. What has been added to both Android and Apple phones is the Exposure Notification API. This is not an app itself—it’s an underlying technology developed by Apple and Google that allows Coronavirus tracking apps made by public health bodies to work across devices.” Meanwhile, Apple stated that if you own an iOS device with iOS 13.5 or later, you can gain access to COVID-19 exposure notification system by following this path: • Go to Settings • Click on Privacy • Tap on Health to find the COVID-19 Exposure Logging • Enable it if you wish to gain access Apple further added, “When enabled, iPhone can exchange random IDs with other devices using Bluetooth. This enables an app to notify you if you may have been exposed to COVID-19. Exposure Logging cannot access any data in, or add any data to, the Health app.” On the other hand, Android users can access COVID-19 exposure notification simply following this path: 1. Click on Settings 2. Select Google 3. Turn on COVID-19 Exposure Notifications Earlier, Apple and Google in a joint statement had claimed, “Traditional methods of contact tracing are critical to containing the spread of infection. Technology can support and augment these efforts by allowing public health authorities to quickly notify people who may have been exposed to a person who has contracted COVID-19, including those the person might not know directly. This starts with Exposure Notifications on your smartphone, which enable contact tracing apps to send you a notification if you’ve likely been exposed to COVID-19. Contact tracing apps will be developed by your local public health authority, not by Google or Apple.” Do let us know what you believe about COVID-19 exposure notification system by Apple and Google. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App.

Act Fibernet upgrades its internet broadband Plans in Delhi, now offering 300Mbps of data speed

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Act Fibernet on Tuesday has announced that it has upgraded the speed as well as FUP limits for select broadband plans in Delhi at no extra cost. According to the company, the upgraded speeds and plans will be applicable to both existing and new customers starting July 1st. speaking on the announcement of the upgrade, COO ACT Fibernet, Saurabh Mukherjee said, “As part of our brand promise of Feel the advantage we believe in bringing the best experiences to our customers and as a step to further enhance our customer experience, we have upgraded plans with higher speeds / increased FUP limits. In these times where customers are connected to the internet from their home, our high-speed plans will enable superior internet experience, especially around work from home, streaming, gaming and e-learning. As India’s most consistent broadband network as verified by the OOKLA speed test, our customers enjoy reliable and trusted high-speed connectivity in Delhi and across the country. Further, with higher speeds, our customers can now enjoy uninterrupted internet services at unmatched speeds in Delhi.” The company says during the period of lockdown it has noticed a 40 percent increase in internet usage in all the cities that it operates. According to the company good internet connectivity is necessary for working, e-learning, streaming and usage of OTT platforms as well as for staying connected and having constant access to information. With the up-gradation to its plans to provide superior connectivity and high-speed internet at no additional cost. Act Fibernet offers three plans: Silver Promo, Platinum Promo and Diamond.  Under the existing plans, the ACT Platinum Promo plan has been upgraded to 150 Mbps speed with 1000 GB FUP and the ACT Diamond plan has been upgraded to 300 Mbps Speeds with 1500 GB FUP. Just before the upgradation the Platinum Promo plan was accessible with a monthly rental of Rs 1049 with 150Mbps speed and 1000GB data download limit. While the Diamond Promo plan came with Rs 1,349 along with a download speed of 150Mbps and 1,250GB of download limit. After you the download limit is exhausted you get 1Mbps and 2Mbps speed. However, the Silver Promo plan has received no changes. The plan comes with the monthly cost of Rs 799 along with 100Mbps of speed with upload and download limit of 500GB.  For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date with the Gadget Bridge Android App

MediaTek launches Helio G35 and G25 Gaming Series Chipsets for seemless gameplay

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In order to offer faster, smoother performance, enhanced power efficiency and brilliant graphics, MediaTek has now launched its newest chips in the smartphone gaming-focused G series – MediaTek Helio G25 and G35. The latest chips feature MediaTek HyperEngine game technology. Asserting that mobile gaming is now the preferred mode of entertainment across market segments, Yenchi Lee, Deputy General Manager, Wireless Communications Business Unit, MediaTek, said, “The MediaTek Helio G25 and G35 chips offer smartphone users premium features included in our other G-series family, including enhanced power efficiency, optimum performance, seamless gameplay, and enhanced photography.” According to MediaTek, the new Helio G25and G35 chipsets always keep you connected and deliver the lowest latency gaming experience. These chipsets also provide enhanced imaging features, making these G-series chipsets a perfect fit for photography enthusiasts and gamers alike. MediaTek further revealed that the Helio G25 and G35 chipsets enable device makers to design innovative and feature-rich smartphones at competitive prices in order to target the global smartphone user base. The company claimed that both chips provide fast-gaming experiences as they are powered by Arm Cortex-A53 CPUs. MediaTek Helio G25 and G35 also feature IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPUs with speeds of up to 650MHz and up to 680 MHz, respectively. In addition, MediaTek Helio G25 and G35 have optimal power efficiency due to an advanced 12nm FinFET production process that is combined with MediaTek HyperEngine’s intelligent power management. This ensures long battery-life and power efficiency even during long gaming sessions. Moreover, MediaTek HyperEngine also allows users defer calls while playing a game so you never drop a connection or have to stop your game-play. The technology also ensures intelligent and dynamic management of the CPU, GPU, and memory. MediaTek’s newest Helio G25 and G35 chips support multi-camera smartphones and include a hardware depth engine for dual camera bokeh photography. The G25 supports a single camera mode of up to 21MP at 30fps, while the G35 supports up to 25MP cameras andAI enhanced camera features including simulated bokeh effects. MediaTek Helio G25 and G35 feature integrated 4G LTE WorldMode modems, including essential dual 4G SIM support, allowing VoLTE/ViLTE on both connections. Enhanced with a highly power-efficient design extending battery life, the chips offer MediaTek TAS 2.0 smart antenna technology, which actively detects signal quality to provide the best connection, with low power consumption. The Helio G25 and G35 chips are set to power offerings from major smartphone brands and are expected to hit the markets in coming months. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App.

Western Digital launched SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Luxe USB Type-C Pendrive for smartphones in India

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Western Digital announced the launch of its new Pendrive for the smartphones supporting USB Type-C port in India. The company has introduced a 1TB SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Luxe USB Type-C Pendrive. As the name suggests the device has a USB Type-C and a USB A on either end for moving content among devices. The pen drive is available in 6 storage options with an all-metal body. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 drive offers a read speed of up to 150MB/s. Speaking about the announcement, Khalid Wani, Director, Channel Sales, Western Digital, said, Our customers want innovative solutions that are easy to use and are the right fit for their lifestyles. Therefore, we are excited to introduce our all-metal SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Luxe USB Type-C, which comes in up to 1TB of storage capacity. It offers customers the freedom to create and store more photos and videos and transfer content easily from their smartphones to other devices. Also, it sports a classy design that you would want to carry it with you.” 1TB SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Luxe USB Type-C Pendrive   At the moment most of the smartphone offers USB Type-C interface for faster content transfer to tablets, laptops, computers, Mac devices and smart TVs. The SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Luxe USB Type-C comes with up to 1TB of storage. It is available in a capacity of 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB. Starting at Rs 849 and goes up to Rs 13,529 for 1TB of storage. According to the company, the SanDisk Pendrive will be available for purchase via e-commerce website Amazon starting July 4 followed by other e-retailer websites also. Right now, the device is now available for pre-order. The consumers buying the Pendrive can avail of Rs 650 instant discounts using the Amazon coupons. SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Luxe USB Type-C Pendrive offers a huge capacity option of up to 1TB allowing consumers to store and easily move content without having to deal with frustrating choices of categorizing their data as important and not-so-important. The Pendrive comes preloaded with the SanDisk Memory Zone app, a powerful content management tool. The user needs to install it on your smartphone and the app and you can organise your content from different devices whether it’s on the phone, a microSD card, or on the cloud, in one view. It also backs up photos, videos, contacts, and social media accounts. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date with the Gadget Bridge Android App

Government bans 59 Chinese apps to safeguard the sovereignty and integrity of India: TikTok Shareit and other mobile apps also banned

The Indian government has banned 59 Chinese apps in India over “prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, the security of the state and public order” concerns. TikTok has the largest number of users in India and after the ban, TikTok has now been removed from the Google Play Store. In India, the app has 611 million downloads which is approximately 30 percent of the total downloads as per a report. On Tuesday the Central Government passed an order banning 59 Chinese liked apps in the country. The government has banned these apps on its concerns over India’s sovereignty, integrity, security and public order. In its statement the government said, “ The Ministry of Information Technology, invoking its power under section 69A of the Information Technology Act read with the relevant provisions of the Information Technology (Procedure and Safeguards for Blocking of Access of Information by Public) Rules 2009 and in view of the emergent nature of threats has decided to block 59 apps ( see Appendix) since in view of the information available they are engaged in activities which are prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, the security of the state and public order.” Stating that these apps have been violating the privacy of the users and even sharing the data with the Chinese government. In view of this, the government has asked both Apple as well as Google to remove all the 59 apps from their respective Apps Store and Play Store and have asked ISPs and telecom companies to support them carrying out the ban. While banning these Chinese apps the Government in its explanation said, “The Ministry of Information Technology has received many complaints from various sources including several reports about the misuse of some mobile apps available on Android and iOS platforms for stealing and surreptitiously transmitting users’ data in an unauthorized manner to servers which have locations outside India. The compilation of these data, its mining and profiling by elements hostile to national security and defence of India, which ultimately impinges upon the sovereignty and integrity of India, is a matter of very deep and immediate concern which requires emergency measures. The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre has also sent an exhaustive recommendation for blocking these malicious apps. According to the Indian government, this department of the Ministry of Home Affairs has received representations raising concerns from citizens regarding the security of data and risk to privacy relating to operation of certain apps. The Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-IN) has also received many representations from citizens regarding the security of data and breach of privacy impacting upon public order issues. On the basis of these complaints, the Government of India has decided to disallow the usage of certain Apps, used in both mobile and non-mobile Internet-enabled devices. The Government also ensures that this move has been taken in order to safeguard the interests of the citizens of the country who have been using these apps and unknowingly their data is being shared outside the country hence raising grave concerns over their privacy as well as security. We have listed down the 59 apps which have been banned in the country:
  1. TikTok
  2. Shareit
  3. Kwai
  4. UC Browser
  5. Baidu map
  6. Shein
  7. Clash of Kings
  8. DU battery saver
  9. Helo
  10. Likee
  11. YouCam makeup
  12. Mi Community
  13. CM Browers
  14. Virus Cleaner
  15. APUS Browser
  16. ROMWE
  17. Club Factory
  18. Newsdog
  19. Beutry Plus
  20. WeChat
  21. UC News
  22. QQ Mail
  23. Weibo
  24. Xender
  25. QQ Music
  26. QQ Newsfeed
  27. Bigo Live
  28. SelfieCity
  29. Mail Master
  30. Parallel Space
  31. Mi Video Call – Xiaomi
  32. WeSync
  33. ES File Explorer
  34. Viva Video – QU Video Inc
  35. Meitu
  36. Vigo Video
  37. New Video Status
  38. DU Recorder
  39. Vault- Hide
  40. Cache Cleaner DU App studio
  41. DU Cleaner
  42. DU Browser
  43. Hago Play With New Friends
  44. Cam Scanner
  45. Clean Master – Cheetah Mobile
  46. Wonder Camera
  47. Photo Wonder
  48. QQ Player
  49. We Meet
  50. Sweet Selfie
  51. Baidu Translate
  52. Vmate
  53. QQ International
  54. QQ Security Center
  55. QQ Launcher
  56. U Video
  57. V fly Status Video
  58. Mobile Legends
  59. DU Privacy
Also, this is not the first time when the government has banned these Chinese apps. TikTok has been banned so many times however still it was brought back on both Android as well as iOS platforms. over its growing popularity in the country. But this time the Government seems to be quite serious over its deadly brawl and ongoing mounting tensions between India and China. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date with the Gadget Bridge Android App

OnePlus Nord aka OnePlus Z gets listed on Amazon India website, expected to launch on July 10

OnePlus Nord is the name of the Chinese company’s upcoming budget smartphone in India. The company accidentally posted an image on its new Instagram account indicating the name Nord. This happened just after when the company confirmed it’s affordable is coming to the country in July. Just after the development Amazon is now teasing the device available on its platform. In the meanwhile, a report has emerged on the web suggesting July 10 launch.  However, the Instagram post indicating the name of the OnePlus upcoming affordable phone has now been taken down, however, some of the users could get the picture and shared via Twitter just before the company removed its post. The shared image shows the company’s co-founder Carl Pei behind an invite which revealed the name of the device Nord along with a small card which reads, “Here’s to the first 100.” So, this card indicated a special surprise for the first 100 customers buying the phone. In place of the shared image, the company has posted three other images which can also be seen in the Amazon teaser. A teaser of the upcoming and most speculated OnePlus Z or OnePlus Nord has emerged on the Amazon India website. The teaser page gives you a glimpse of the company’s journey since its inception when the company arrives with its first smartphone back in the year 2013. The OnePlus teaser also hints that the launch event is inching closer so we can expect the upcoming OnePlus Nord to launch this or maybe next week. According to the listing, the company is going to reveal more information about the smartphone on its dedicated website today. The Notify Me button is also live. A report has surfaced on the web suggesting that the upcoming OnePlus Nord is expected to get launched on July 10 in India. Apart from the purported launch date, the report has also revealed that the handset is most likely to come with a dual selfie camera set up which is to include a 32-megapixel primary sensor along with a secondary 8-megapixel wide-angle sensor. Also, not many details have been shared as we wait for the official details to come soon. The previous reports suggest that the speculated OnePlus Nord is going to feature a 6.55-inch Super AMOLED display offering a 90Hz refresh rate panel. The device is most likely to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 processor offering 5G connectivity with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. Additionally, it suggested having a triple rear camera set up that is expected to include a primary 64-megapixel lens, a 2-megapixel sensor along with a depth and a macro lens. It is said to include a 4,300mAh battery with 30W Wrap charge support. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date with the Gadget Bridge Android App

Camp Google 2020: Google India launches free virtual summer camp for kids

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Summer break for kids had always been synonymous with family vacation time. However, this year it different from usual. The COVID-19 pandemic has not only forced us to study or work from home but also our kids can’t resort to the normal play activities with their friends. In order to make summer break a fun time for children, Google has created a very special program to help kids and their parents get excited about spending time together- Camp Google 2020. It is important to note that this virtual Camp Google 2020 is open to students between age group 8-16 years holding Indian nationality and studying in any school in India. “At Camp Google 2020, Google has a wide range of fun and engaging activities lined up for your kids:
  • Craft an engaging story using one of our many tools — for example, tell a wildlife tale using Augmented Reality animals in Search
  • Journey across India exploring the craft and traditions of our country on Google Arts & Culture
  • Learn about our country’s natural resources and how to preserve them on Google Earth
  • Get introduced to the world of programming, with Scratch (you don’t even need to write a single line of code!)
… and plenty more!” said Sapna Chadha, Senior Director of Marketing, Southeast Asia & India. In an official blog post, Google further revealed that the children participating in Camp Google 2020 could also win the opportunity to attend a masterclass with the YouTubers themselves, have their prize-winning entries posted on Google India’s social handles and get the best entry from the storytelling segment published in our Read Along app at the end of the camp. Wondering when this Camp Google 2020 is starting? Well, it’s beginning on 1st July and over the course of the following two weeks. According to the tech giant, “There will be five assignments that kids can access on the Camp Google 2020 website, and Google’s social media page, which will be accompanied by a set of instructions that will answer all your “how to” questions. Each of these assignments will also include elements that teach kids to stay safe online, with guidance on how to be a good digital citizen.” Mind you! The assignments need to be submitted until 20th July. Therefore, ensure that you submit it on time. Moreover, Google will also have sessions being conducted by leading experts in psychology during Camp Google 2020 to help motivate the children and give them something to aspire to in these times. Do let us know what do you think about Camp Google 2020 in the comments section below. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App.

Panasonic launches its latest Toughbook CF-SV8 rugged notebook in India

The Japanese electronics brand Panasonic has expanded its portfolio of rugged notebooks with the launch of Toughbook CF-SV8 in India. The device is said to be designed to function across extreme conditions thereby, ensuring efficiency and improved productivity for professionals. Not only being sturdy the notebook is light in weight powered by an 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8365U vPro processor. The laptop offers 10.5 – 15.5 hours of battery life on a single charge and comes pre-installed with the latest Windows 10 Pro operating system. Commenting on the launch, Mr. Vijay Wadhawan, Group Chief, System Solutions Business, Panasonic India said, At Panasonic, we believe in offering advanced, tech-enabled solutions that work seamlessly across all conditions. 24 years ago, we had invented rugged technology and World’s 1st rugged laptop. Ever since, we have been witnessing a demand for the category, globally. Today, we are proud to be the market leader in the rugged notebooks and rugged tablets category and currently have 60 percent market share in India. Our Toughbooks have been designed to withstand harsh conditions where normal laptops fail to deliver and come in handy, especially for sectors such as Automobile, Pharmaceutical, logistics, Police Defence, Power and Utility. We very well understand the diverse applications of rugged notebooks and will continue to offer best-in-class technology to enhance mobile productivity.” Toughbook CF-SV8 notebook pricing and availability Panasonic has launched the Toughbook CF-SV8 notebook in India with a starting price of Rs 1,50,000 including taxes. The device is now available for purchase via the direct sales channel of Panasonic. Toughbook CF-SV8 notebook specifications and features Panasonic Toughbook CF-SV8 notebook features 12.1-inches Full HD display with 1920×1200 pixel of resolution. On the hardware front, Toughbook CF-SV8 notebook comes with an 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8365U vPro processor with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 paired with 8GB RAM and 256 GB SSD for internal storage. With these configurations and pre-installed Windows 10 Pro 64-Bit operating system, the notebook can perform a variety of heavy computing tasks. The high sound stereo speakers provide an unobtrusive sound experience even during web conferencing. Toughbook CF-SV8 notebookToughbook CF-SV8 notebook For connectivity, the laptop includes a standard LAN port, VGA, and HDMI for data projectors, printers, and displays. It also boards SD card slot, three USB 3.0, one USB 3.1 Type-C port that is compatible with Thunderbolt 3*4 and USB Power Delivery provides a seamless high-speed data transfer. In addition to this, there is Intel Wireless-AC 9560 LAN and Bluetooth v5.0 are included for faster data transfer. The Panasonic notebook also facilitates face log in through Full HD 2 MP facial recognition web-camera, therefore, preventing others from using the computer. Whereas the BIOS password prevents unauthorized use before the system boots, and an encryption key – TPM (security chip) – ensures that data stored on the notebook cannot be accessed if stolen. The rugged notebook is provided with a 5900mAh/7.2V Li-ion battery that can last up to 10.5 – 15.5 hours. However, the device is just 919 grams, it can survive drops up to 2.5 feet and can withstand 100kg force pressure. The notebook can be used in extreme weather conditions and offers a 4-year warranty with 1-year battery warranty service. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date with the Gadget Bridge Android App

June 30 Amazon Quiz: Participate and win Sony 1000XM3 Headphones

Every day Amazon India brings a daily quiz for its customers to win exciting new prizes every day on its platform. The Amazon Quiz can be played daily from 8 AM to 12 noon. Today you can win Sony 1000XM3 Headphones if you managed to answer all the questions correctly. Daily a new set of questions is presented in front of the participants that gives millions of people across the country to win exciting prizes. The Amazon Quiz has gone live on its mobile platform. The participants have to answer 5 questions that are based on general knowledge and current affairs. After clearing the daily quiz their name will be shortlisted for a lucky draw to select a winner. Amazon announces the results of the lucky draw at the end of the month. So today’s Quiz winner’s name will be announced on July 30.

June 30 Amazon Quiz Answers:

Question 1: Which organization has recently become India’s first $150 bn company?
The answer is- RIL
Question 2: 23rd June is observed as a day promoting mass participation of sports, which celebrates the formation of what organization?
The answer is- IOC Question 3: Which famous writer born on 27th June, wrote iconic works such as ‘Durgeshnandini’, ‘Kapalkundala’ and ‘Anandamath’?
The answer is- Bankimchandra Chatterjee
Question 4: Connie Nielsen plays the role of the mother of which member of the Justice League in the DC Extended Universe? The answer is- Wonder Women
Question 5: ‘The Room Where It Happened’ is a memoir by which former White House employee?
The answer is- John Bolton

How to play Amazon Quiz?

  • Sign in to the Amazon App. If you are not signed in, you will be directed to a sign-in page.
  • Scroll down on the home screen to find the Amazon Quiz banner.
  • Tap on the Amazon Quiz banner and then tap on the Start button to begin the Quiz.
  • There will be a total of 5 questions. Answer all 5 questions correctly to enter the lucky draw.
  • Getting any question incorrect makes you ineligible for today’s lucky draw. You can try again tomorrow for a new prize.
  • The winner’s name will be announced on the 30th of every month.
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COVID-19 lockdown: 5 Android-based fitness apps that act as your virtual gym instructor

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If you are worried about how you can keep fit by being at home, worry not as all you need is your smartphone and sheer dedication to stay in shape. These following 5 Android-based fitness apps will act as your virtual gym instructor during this COVID-19 lockdown period. adidas Training by Runtastic adidas If you wish to start a training plan, shape your body with workout plans for every level in adidas Training by Runtastic. Whether you are lacing up your shoes to head out on your very first run or dusting off your bike to track a ride, make every activity count. Runtastic wants to create the best possible running and training experiences to encourage every individual to live a more aware and active lifestyle, leading to a longer and happier life. The adidas Training app is free to download and use. However, some features, such as specific training plans, are unlocked only with the purchase of a Premium Membership. Your Membership renews automatically if you do not cancel it within 24 hours prior to the end of the subscription period. The renewal of your Premium Membership will be charged to your account up to 24 hours before your current Membership expires. The cancellation of an in-app Membership subscription is not permitted. The option to disable the automatic renewal of your Premium Membership is available to you in your Google Play account settings. You can download the app via Google Play Store. Google Fit The Google Fit is centred around two simple and smart activity goals based on AHA and WHO’s activity recommendations shown to impact health: Move Minutes and Heart Points. When it comes to your health, it’s important to move more and sit less. Earn Move Minutes for all of your activity and get motivated to make small, healthy changes throughout your day, like taking the stairs instead of the elevator, or catching up with a friend over a walk instead of a coffee. On the other hand, Heart Points give you credit for these activities. The users will score one point for each minute of moderate activity, like picking up the pace while walking your dog, and double points for more intense activities like running or kickboxing. It takes just 30 minutes of brisk walking 5 days a week to reach the AHA and WHO’s recommended amount of physical activity, which is shown to reduce the risk of heart disease, improve sleep, and increase overall mental well-being. You can download the app via Google Play Store. Fitbit app Fitbit app Say hello to one of the world’s leading apps for health and fitness- the Fitbit app. This helps you to see how your activity, workouts, sleep, nutrition and stress all fit together. Either way, you’ll find the information and inspiration you need to reach your goals—all in one place. You can access free video and audio workouts that you can do on your time, right from your living room. Moreover, you will find sessions for HIIT, cardio, strength, yoga and more. In addition, one can start a 90-day free trial of Fitbit Premium to unlock 240+ workouts from popular brands like barre3, Daily Burn, POPSUGAR and Yoga Studio: Mind & Body. In the app, find valuable data like resting heart rate trends, time spent in heart rate zones during workouts and a cardio fitness score. The Fitbit app makes it easy to connect with friends, start activity challenges, read educational articles, get expert advice and share your journey with an uplifting community. You can download the app via Google Play Store. 30 Day Fitness Challenge app The 30 Day Fitness Challenge app, which designed by a professional fitness coach, is scientifically proven to help improve fitness and health. Also, this app can synchronize with burned calorie data on Google Fit. Stick with the program, and you will see amazing results. By fully considering workouts rules, 30 Day Fitness Challenge Workout increases exercise intensity step by step, so you can easily stick daily workouts. Don’t need to go to gym, just use your bodyweight and take a few minutes a day, 30 Day Fitness Challenge Workout will greatly help you keep fitness and lose weight effectively.’ You can download the app via Google Play Store. Virtuagym Fitness app Get in the best shape of your life with Virtuagym Fitness. Work out alongside our 3D-animated personal trainer, who will show you exactly how to do each exercise. Virtuagym has a continuously growing exercise database, currently with over 4000 exercises and many pre-made workouts which you can do at home or in the gym. All exercises have a 3D-animated instruction video that helps you to track the progress over time. There are 30+ values you can track, like weight, waist size, BMI, body fat, number of pushups, arm size, chest size, VO2max and many more. Moreover, there are more than 100 workouts in this fitness app that you can do right away: whether you are at home, in the gym or even at your office. You can download that app via Google Play Store. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App.

Fossil Solar Watch now available in India for Rs 9,995

In order to make a positive social and environmental impact, Fossil has now launched the Solar Watch that is globally available in a limited edition of 1,754 pieces for each size – 36mm and 42mm. Encased in a partially bio-based plastic case made from environmentally-friendly castor oil, this colourful all-new Fossil Solar Watch retails for Rs 9,995 and will available for purchase on Fossil.in and at select Fossil retail stores. In keeping with this commitment, Fossil has given itself a goal to design and produce 100 percent of its products to meet our pro-planet criteria by 2025. Specifically, it wants every product it makes to include at least one sustainability-approved material and all of its primary packaging to be recyclable or reusable. Fossil Solar Watch is a part of this initiative. This solar-powered timepiece is the first step in our ongoing commitment to create products that are more sustainable. Wondering how does it work? The outer ring of this watch case acts as a solar panel, capturing light and converting it to energy using a solar cell technology beneath the dial. It then stores the energy in a rechargeable battery that powers the movement of the watch. Once fully charged, Fossil Solar Watch is expected to run for around 4 months before you will need to charge it again. In addition to opting for a more sustainable, solar-powered movement, Fossil Solar Watch comes equipped with five pull-through straps, which are made with yarn spun from approximately 16 plastic bottles (16oz). That is 16 fewer bottles in a landfill, or an ocean or a national park, and one step closer to a greener future. Besides this, Fossil is partnering with EcoMatcher to plant a tree in honour of each person who purchases the Solar Watch. According to Fossil, “Wearers simply follow the instructions inside the Solar Watch’s box to name their tree, see where it is planted and track its CO2 performance!” With your purchase of Fossil Solar Watch, you can go to https://www.ecomatcher.com/redeem/?cmp=fossil and enter the serial number of your watch to claim your tree. EcoMatcher plants trees and forests with foundations that EcoMatcher vets. Through technology, EcoMatcher has full traceability and tracks every tree planted in great detail. Once you own a tree, you can virtually travel to it to learn more about its location, species and level of carbon sequestered from the environment and even the farmer who is taking care of the tree. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App.

Boult launched introduced True5ive Pro truly wireless earbuds in India

Indian audio brand Boult has announced the launch of its new wireless earphones in India. The company has introduced Boult True5ive Pro earbuds that comes with the latest QCC3020 chipset, upgraded aptX codec, micro woofer driver construction, high sensitivity Mic to deliver redefined audio quality and listening experience. The audio device is now exclusively available via e-commerce website Amazon. With the launch of its latest True5ive Pro in its audio lineup, Boult’s portfolio is getting bigger. Tru5ive Pro truly wireless earbuds are the company’s gaming-focused TWS earbuds that come with in-built neodymium technology for improved audio and heavy bass for the thumping sound experience and passive bilateral noise isolation. The Boult TWS earbuds are powered by the latest QCC3020 chipset along with upgraded aptX codec.  There is a micro woofer driver construction and high sensitivity Mic on the True5ive Pro to deliver clear and better audio quality. The gaming earphones come with changeable loops in different colours which can be changed as per preference and offer a snug fit. The audio device has a Bluetooth 5.0 with dual-mode compatibility, which automatically pairs the earbuds as soon as they are removed from the case. Along with ultra-low latency, the earphones can produce 6-8 hours of single playtime with a total of 24 hours of playtime with a charging case. There is a 650mAh battery inside the charging case which is claimed to take two hours to completely get charged. Whereas there is 55mAH battery provided on the earbuds that take 1.5 hours to get fully charged. The built-in HD condenser MIC for Calls and Siri/ Google voice command the earbuds can be used separately after successful pairing. Not only listening to both earbuds in stereo mode but also it can be used as monopods to enjoy the music and take calls. The True5ive Pro is IPX7 rated for water and dust resistance. Boult True5ive Pro earbuds are available with colourful ear loops in Green, pink and grey colour options. The earbuds are exclusively available for purchase via e-commerce website Amazon with a price tag of Rs 2,799. To recall the company already offers LiveBuds under the truly wireless earbuds category that is also available at Rs 2,999. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date with the Gadget Bridge Android App

Instagram is working on live captions feature on its platform to be known as “Voice Note” for Threads app

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Last year social media giant Facebook launched a companion app for Instagram. The company introduced an application called ‘Threads’ that allows the users to share their personal pictures, status, current location and battery life with their close friends on Instagram. The photos and videos sharing platform is expected to get a new Voice note feature. This feature will help the users to know what is being said in a video which means it will automatically turn audio in videos to live captions. According to a mobile developer and leaker Alessandro Paluzzi mobile developer and leaker Alessandro Paluzzi the company is working on a new feature that will allow the users to turn the audio in a video into live cations just like YouTube Live captions. He took to Twitter to make the world know about Instagram’s upcoming Voice Note feature. His tweet reads, “Instagram is working on a new feature for the Threads app: video note. This feature will turn the audio of the video into live captions that will be shown in time with the recording,” One the feature is rolled out by Instagram for its video platform it will be helpful to those users with hearing disabilities and when someone’s accent or audio is not clear or audible in the video. To recall Threads is a standalone app for Instagram allowing the users to share photos, videos, messages, Stories and more with your Instagram close friends list. Robby Stein, Director of Product, Instagram said “You are in control of who can reach you on Threads, and you can customise the experience around the people who matter most,” Threads can be used to message those people on your Instagram close friends list and you’ll have a dedicated inbox and notifications just for them. You can customize the list according to your liking when you download the app. Only those people will be able to message you who you choose to put on your list. The app opens it right away to the camera so that you can add shortcuts to it. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App.

Realme Narzo 10 That Blue colour variant launched in India

The Chinese smartphone company Realme launched its Narzo series in India last month. The series included Realme Narzo 10 and Narzo 10A. During the launch, the company introduced the former one in two colour options That Green and That White, but the company has introduced the phone in a new colour option That Blue. The device is the rebranded variant of Realme 6i that comes with triple rear cameras and is powered by MediaTek Helio G70 processor. It packs a 5,000mAh battery supported 18W Quick Charge. Realme Narzo 10 new colour variant pricing and availability details The That Blue colour variant of Realme Narzo 10 will be available in India with a price tag of Rs 11,999. The new colour joins the existing That Green and That White colour options with similar pricing. The device is scheduled to go on sale in the country via e-commerce website Flipkart as well as Realme.com on June 30. The first sale of the smartphone will begin at 12 noon onwards. To recall the smartphone was launched in India last month in May in a single 4GB of RAM with 128GB of storage option. Realme Narzo 10 specifications Realme Narzo 10 runs on Realme UI on top of Android 10. It comes with a 6.5-inch HD+ Mini-Drop display 20:9 aspect ratio and 89.8 percent screen-to-body ratio. Under the hood, there is a MediaTek Helio G80 processor with Mali G52 GPU paired with 4GB of RAM with 128GB of internal storage. In terms of imaging, there is a quad rear camera setup that is supported by a 48MP primary lens with f/1.8 aperture. Furthermore, there is a secondary 8MP wide-angle lens with f/2.25 aperture and 119 degrees of FoV, a 2-megapixel portrait sensor with an f/2.4 aperture and lastly, a 2-megapixel macro sensor with f/2.4 aperture and the set supports full-HD (1080p) video recording. In terms of selfies, there is a 16-megapixel front-facing camera with f/2.0 aperture and HD (720p) video recording at 30fps frame rate support.  The Realme Narzo 10 boasts a 5,000mAh battery supported by 18W Quick Charge. The connectivity options on the phone include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS/ A-GPS, and a USB Type-C port. For biometrics there is a rear fingerprint sensor and face unlock feature. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App.

NASA’s Lunar Toilet Challenge can help you win $35,000: Here’s everything you must know

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Have you ever thought that you could make money by designing compact toilets for space? As astronauts prepare to go back to the Moon in 2024 via Artemis lunar lander, NASA seeks new designs for a toilet that can work both in microgravity and lunar gravity. This ‘Lunar Toilet Challenge’ has a total prize purse of $35,000 (which translates to approx. INR 2,644,075). The US space agency wants to encourage the next generation of space explorers, engineers, and scientists who may think about this design problem without the same constraints as adults.  Therefore, this Lunar Toilet Challenge will witness participation from the main Technical category as well as a Junior category. Mind you! To participate under the Junior category, you must be less than 18. This Lunar Toilet Challenge has a total prize purse of $35,000 that will be shared among the teams submitting the top three designs in the Technical category.  The top three participants in the Junior category will each receive public recognition and an item of official NASA-logoed merchandise. According to NASA, “These designs may be adapted for use in the Artemis lunar landers that take us back to the Moon.  Although space toilets already exist and are in use (at the International Space Station, for example), they are designed for microgravity only.  NASA is looking for a next-generation device that is smaller, more efficient, and capable of working in both microgravity and lunar gravity.” As getting back to the Moon by 2024 is an ambitious goal, NASA is already working on approaches to miniaturize and streamline the existing toilets.  At the same time, they are also inviting ideas from the global community in order to find out how they will approach the problem with a mindset different from traditional aerospace engineering.  NASA is hopeful that this challenge will attract radically new and different approaches to the problem of human waste capture and containment. With the return to the Moon, NASA revealed that innumerable activities to equip, shelter and otherwise support future astronauts are underway. The US space agency also stated that these astronauts will be eating and drinking, and subsequently urinating and defecating in microgravity and lunar gravity.  While astronauts are in the cabin and out of their spacesuits, they will need a toilet that has all the same capabilities as ones here on Earth. Mind you! This lunar toilet challenge by NASA has started on June 25, 2020 and will close on August 17, 2020. So send your design soon by clicking on this link. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App.