Asus 6Z with a rotating camera module launched in India: Price, specifications and more

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Asus 6Z with a rotating camera module launched in India: Price, specifications and more
Taiwanese technology company Asus has today launched its 6Z smartphone in India. The handset was launched globally last month, but in other regions of the world, it is known as Asus Zenfone 6. The company has rebranded it for its India launch after a court ruling said that Asus could not launch any products in India with ‘Zen’ or ‘Zenfone branding. The device is the successor of Asus Zenfone 5Z, that was the flagship device of the company in 2018. The key highlights of the Asus 6Z smartphone include a 48MP primary sensor, a rotating camera sensor and a 5,000mAh battery. Here are all the price details and specifications of the newly-launched device that you should know about:

Asus 6Z price in India

Asus Zenfone is available in three storage variants in India. While the 6GB RAM/64GB storage model costs Rs 31,999, the 6GB RAM/128GB storage version and the 8GB RAM/256GB storage variant are priced at Rs 34,999 and Rs 39,999 respectively. The handset will be available for purchase via Flipkart starting June 26. The e-commerce website will be providing Asus 6Z customers with its Complete Mobile Protection Plan at just Rs 99. Otherwise, the plan costs Rs 3,999. At the given price, Asus 6Z smartphone competes directly with the likes of the recently launched OnePlus 7. It inevitably also competes with Samsung Galaxy A80 that also comes with a rotating camera setup, but then, we don’t know which among the two is a better value for money device as Samsung’s offering has not been launched in India yet.

Asus ZenFone 6 features and specifications

The newly-launched Asus 6Z smartphone runs Android 9.0 Pie that has the company’s own Zen UI 6 baked on top. The company has promised that it will be rolling out the Android Q and Android R operating system updates to the handset too. The device features a 6.4-inch full-HD+ IPS display that has a screen-to-body ratio of 92% and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The screen of the smartphone also has 600 nits peak brightness and a colour gamut of 100 DCI-P3. Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 855 SoC, Asus 6Z comes with Adreno 640 GPU and has up to 8GB of RAM. The handset has 256GB of internal storage and for more storage, users can install a microSD card of up to 2TB.
For imaging duties, there is a rotating camera module that comes with a 48MP primary sensor that has an f/1.79 aperture paired with a 13MP ultra-wide-angle sensor. The device houses a massive 5,000mAh battery and it comes with support for Quick Charge 4.0. It also comes with dual speakers and dual smart amplifiers. For connectivity, there is USB Type-C, NFC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and GPS.
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Mozilla has asked all Firefox users to update to the latest version as soon as possible

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Mozilla has asked all Firefox users to update to the latest version as soon as possible
Popular web browser Mozilla Firefox recently found a zero-day vulnerability in its platform. After discovering the vulnerability, Mozilla has asked all the Firefox users to update their web browser to the latest version immediately. The zero-day vulnerability is currently found in the desktop version of the application that includes the Firefox ESR. We should mention that this is used by the system administrators who control the desktop environments in schools and other office buildings. They also control the desktop environments in governments offices and other organizations as well. The zero-day vulnerability is a bug inside the Mozilla Firefox that is described as a “type confusion vulnerability”. It has been given a critical impact level and it allows the outside users to remotely access and execute the codes on the user’s PC without their permission. Mozilla has spoked about the new bug found in the browser on its security advisory page and asked the users to update their Firefox to the latest version as soon as they can. According to the company, “A type confusion vulnerability can occur when manipulating JavaScript objects due to issues in Array.pop. This can allow for an exploitable crash.” Currently, Mozilla hasn’t revealed the number of users who have affected by this vulnerability but the company did say that there were already a number of instances of the “targeted attacks in the wild abusing this flaw.” So, the users should update their browser to the latest version – Mozilla Firefox 67.0.3 and the Mozilla Firefox ESR 60.7.1.
But it is commendable that the company has found the vulnerability and asked the users to take the safety measures so that they are not prone to any cyber attacks. In addition to this, Mozilla is already pushing out patches and fixes for Firefox with the security update. The company also has the ability to roll out the security update automatically that can update Firefox for the user as soon as he restarts his browser. Prior to this, the company had rolled out new security tools for the Mozilla Firefox web browser. These security tools are capable of preventing some major security and privacy issues of crypto jacking and fingerprinting. These security changes were brought in April 2019, and they included protection against crypto jacking. For those unaware, cryto-jacking uses the user’s PC hardware and electricity to mine crypto currency even without their permission. This process is not just harmful for the PC’s health but it slows down its performance.
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Top 5 Tech-Related Rakhi Gift Ideas to Groove a Gadget Freak

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Top 5 Tech-Related Rakhi Gift Ideas to Groove a Gadget Freak
Raksha Bandhan! The festival of celebrating the pious relationship of brother and sister! The time is back again to commemorate the love, care, trust, fights, affection and everything they shared. The festival basically gives you a fabulous chance to know your siblings what they really mean to you. The bond shared between a brother and sister is beautiful and its depth just can’t be described in a couple of words. Right? But a special gift from your side can express whatever resides in your heart. As Raksha Bandhan is creeping up again, so are your excitement. The day is all about the beautiful ritual of tying a Rakhi on brother’s wrist and presenting beautiful Rakhi gifts, in return, to sister with a promise of protection. So, we can say that gifting is the major part of the Rakhi celebration. Right? So, choose the right gift for your siblings. It will be better to pick the one matching to their interests. And if your brother or sister is a gadget freak, then this article is for you as here we have listed the top 5 tech gifts having a real wow factor. When they receive such a wonderful present from your side, then their smiles will sure to satisfy your heart. Check out this article to know what the gifts are.

Smart Mug

A sip of coffee gives the biggest pleasure in this hectic and fast world.  No matter how much stressful day at the office or how messy your life is, drinking coffee sometime gives enough energy to face the daily challenges. This Raksha Bandhan, think different! Instead of gifting a simple mug, you can buy a smart mug with the temperature control feature to keep your drink hot at your desired temperature. This one such gift option is perfect for a gadget lover who wants everything quick and easy.

Wireless Charging Pad

A wireless charging pad is a fantastic gadget which has totally replace the wire chargers. You can gift your gadget freak bro or sis, this super cool gadget including the features of all the future tech of your dreams. You can buy this techy as rakhi gifts for sister or brother and change the way of charging the phones completely. So, what are you wondering? Bring it now!

Portable Mini USB Fridge Cooler

With the advancement in modern technologies, the markets are flooded with so many unique and cool gadgets ready to amaze a gadget lover at once. One such example of significant innovations is a portable mini USB fridge cooler which will help your siblings to keep things chilled and hot as per their need. All you have to do is to plug the tech piece to any device with a USB port and it will be all set to use.

Bluetooth Mobile Mini Photo Printer

A Raksha Bandhan is approaching, and your siblings may be expecting something special from your side. Right? Gift this mini photo printer to meet their expectations. This photo printer is light in weight and can be the right pick for your gadget freak bro or sis to gift on the special occasion of Raksha Bandhan. Grab this fantastic tech-related rakhi online gift from any shopping website at a great price and gift it to your siblings.

Digital Camera

This Raksha Bandhan, gift your siblings a digital camera having some superb features like interchangeable lenses, adjustable zoom range, high-resolution image capturing, continuous image shoot, and other manual features to take some fantastic click. Life is full of beautiful moments. A good camera will help your siblings to capture it all. If your siblings have a little bit of interest in photography, then this gift is ideal for taking their interest to the new level. 
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Harry Potter: Wizards Unite to launch on Friday

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Harry Potter: Wizards Unite to launch on Friday
Harry Potter: Wizards Unite is a game that every Potterhead in the world has been waiting for. The new AR game has been made by Niantic, the same company that developed Pokemon Go. If you have been waiting for the game to be released, you will be happy to know that your wait is almost over. Harry Potter: Wizards Unite will begin rolling out around the world on Friday, the company has confirmed. The company took to its official Twitter account to make the announcement about the release of the new AR game. It is also worth mentioning that the Harry Potter game has been launched in beta already in Australia as well as New Zealand. However, we should mention that as of now, it is unclear how long it will take for the game to reach everyone across the globe. In the tweet, Niantic was rather vague when it spoke about where the game is launching. The company did confirm that the worldwide launch of Harry Potter: Wizards Unite will begin on June 21. But it also added that one should watch for more information “as the game goes live in your region soon.” It is worth adding here that Pokemon Go, another game by Niantic that had scores of fans across the globe, took an unusually long time to launch in certain areas like Japan. So, we would suggest that you wait till Friday to know the Harry Potter game is out in your region and then be excited about it. Wizards Unite is very similar to Pokemon Go, however, it has a more mechanical complexity. We have our doubts on whether it will become as mainstream as Pokemon Go did where the player had to catch as many Pokemons as possible. But one thing is for sure: On its first day, the game will have tonnes of players who would download it to see what it’s like. Harry Potter series happens to be one of the most popular books in recent times and its movies saw global success too. There are scores of people who love the series and look forward to anything from the franchise. So, while the game is guaranteed to get a warm welcome, how well it does after that really depends on whether it is good enough to keep people hooked. The good thing is, we only have to wait for two more days to find out what it has in store. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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.

[Video] Honor 20i unique unboxing, first impressions and camera shots

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[Video] Honor 20i unique unboxing, first impressions and camera shots
So the Honor series’s Youngest member came to for an unwrapping. This is the Honor 20i unboxing, first impressions video and also we show you its camera shots. The Honor 20i is available in India at Rs 14,999. Below are its technical specifications:
  • 4 GB RAM | 128 GB ROM | Expandable Up to 512 GB
  • 6.21-inch FHD+ Display
  • 24MP + 8MP + 2MP
  • 32MP Front Camera
  • 3400 mAh Battery
  • HiSilicon Kirin 710 Processor
  • Resolution FHD+ 2,340 x 1,080 pixels
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Samsung Galaxy M40 next sale is scheduled for June 20: Get all the details

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Samsung Galaxy M40 next sale is scheduled for June 20: Get all the details
Samsung had launched its Galaxy M40 in India last week. Samsung Galaxy M40 comes with youth-centric features and design. The first sale of the newly launched Samsung device took place yesterday. Now, the South-Korean technology giant has revealed that the next sale of the handset is going to take place on June 20. The announcement was made by the company from their social media accounts on Tuesday. Some of the highlights of the Samsung Galaxy M40 is its hole-punch camera setup, triple-rear camera at the back, a Snapdragon CPU and Screen Sound technology.

Samsung Galaxy M40 price in India, sale offers

Samsung Galaxy M40 holds a price tag of Rs 19,990 for the lone 6GB RAM/ 128GB storage variant. It comes in two colour options – Seawater Blue and Midnight Blue. The device will go on its second sale on June 20 from 12pm (noon) onwards. The sale will take place on Amazon India along with Samsung Online Store. Sale offers on the Samsung Galaxy M40 include up to Rs 1,500 instant discount on the purchase made from ICICI Bank Card users. The customers will also get double data benefits from Reliance Jio if they recharge via Rs 198 or Rs 299 prepaid plans. Vodafone and Idea subscribers will also be getting additional 500MB free data every day for up to 18 months. Other than this, Airtel is offering 100% additional data for a period of 10 months for the customers of the Samsung Galaxy M40. The customers will also get 4GB of data every day if they recharge using Rs 249 prepaid plan along with an additional 560GB of data for 10 months. However, if users recharge using the Rs 249 plan, they will receive 6GB of data every day with 840GB of additional data for 10 months.

Samsung Galaxy M40 specifications and features

Samsung Galaxy M40 sports a 6.3-inch Full-HD+ Infinity-O display and runs Android 9 Pie skinned with One UI. Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 675 CPU, the smartphone comes with Adreno 612 GPU – which is a first for the Samsung Galaxy M-series. The new smartphone packs a 3,500mAh battery with 15W fast charging support. It supports dual-SIM (Nano) and comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage and has support for microSD cards of up to 512GB.
On the imaging front, the Samsung Galaxy M40 features a triple-rear camera setup that comprises of a 32MP main sensor with an f/1.7 aperture coupled with a 5MP depth sensor. The third camera is an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens. On the front, there is a 16MP selfie camera placed in a punch-hole camera cutout. Samsung Galaxy M40 is the first smartphone in the Galaxy M-series lineup to come with the Screen Sound technology. This technology uses vibrations to produce sound. The smartphone also has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.  For connectivity, Samsung Galaxy M40 includes 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS/ A-GPS, and a USB Type-C port.
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Redmi Note 7 Pro to go on a flash sale in India today: Price and sale details

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Redmi Note 7 Pro to go on a flash sale in India today: Price and sale details
Redmi Note 7 pro is set to go on a weekly Flash sale today in India via Flipkart and Mi.com. As always, the smartphone’s sale will begin at 12 PM IST. The handset was launched in India in February this year and it is touted to come with powerful specifications at an affordable price. Here’s a look at the pricing and sale details of the Redmi Note 7 Pro in India: Redmi Note 7 Pro price, sale details Redmi Note 7 Pro comes in two storage variants in India – 4GB RAM/64GB storage and 6GB RAM/128GB storage. The former is priced Rs 13,999 and the latter costs Rs 16,999. Both the variants will be going be on sale today on Flipkart and Mi.com at 12 PM (noon) IST. The smartphone is available in three colour options – Neptune Blue, Nebula Red, and Space Black colours. As a part of the launch offers, Airtel is offering 1,120GB of 4G data with unlimited calling. Reliance Jio users who buy the handset will also be able to get double data benefits on all recharges of Rs 198 or above. To avail this offer, all you have to do is to recharge with Rs 198 or above and then, you will receive the double data voucher. After this, you can redeem the voucher by going to MyJio app to get double data in their account. Flipkart is also offering a Complete Mobile Protection that is priced at Rs 999 at a discounted cost of Rs 699. Redmi Note 7 Pro features and Specifications Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 7 Pro features a 6.3-inch full-HD+ display with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio and waterdrop shaped notch on its display. Redmi Note 7 Pro runs Android 9 Pie with MIUI 10. The smartphone is powered by 11nm, octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 SoC, and is available in 4GB/ 6GB RAM options clubbed with 64GB/ 128GB of internal storage. Both the mentioned variants can hold a microSD card of up to 256GB.
For imaging duties, the Redmi Note 7 Pro sports a dual rear camera setup that comes with a 48MP primary sensor with f/1.79 lens and a 5MP secondary sensor. The camera app of the handset has features like Artificial Scene Detection, Artificial Intelligence portrait 2.0 with Night mode option. On the front, it has a 13MP sensor that can be used for selfies and video calls. Redmi Note 7 Pro houses a massive 4,000mAh battery that supports Quick Charge 4.0. For connectivity, the device comes with 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS/ A-GPS, USB Type-C port, and 3.5mm headphone jack. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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.

Fortnite’s new update v9.30 is rolling out now: Chug Splash, Solid Gold Squads and more added

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Fortnite’s new update v9.30 is rolling out now: Chug Splash, Solid Gold Squads and more added
Epic Games’ Fortnite has received update despite all the hate it is currently getting on the internet. The new update has the version number v9.30 and it gets lots of changes, improvements and fixes to the game.  The most notable change among these is the Chug Splash addition, that is a new item which can be used by the players to heal their teammates. The players would require to throw a health potion container at their teammates if they wish to save them. However, the feature works like a double edged sword as it will also heal any enemies in the area if they happen to be in the working radius of Chug Splash. Other than the Chug Radius, the new update also gets the Sniper Shootout duos and three-person squad battles called Trios to the game. The new additions in game modes have been put to the Limited Time Mode route. Other than this, new items for the Fortnite Creative and Save the World modes of the game have also been added. As mentioned above, the most notable change that is coming with the new update is Chug Splash. It is a health potion that you can throw at your teammates to save them during a match. However, it should be noted that the Chug Splash doesn’t work as bandages and it can not be used to heal just one person. Once it lands, it creates an activity radius, and the players inside it will receive 20 health points each. However, if their health is full completely then they will receive 20 armour health points. We should mention that this means that if your enemy is trying to kill a teammate and you throw a Chug Splash, your teammate will recover but your enemy will receive the extra points. It can be found in the stacks of two cylinders from the Floor Loot Chests, Vending Machines, Supply Drops as well as Llamas. Other than this, two new modes have been added to the game with new update. There is the addition of Solid Gold Squads, Trios (a three-person squad battle royale mode) and a Sniper Shootout Duos. All the new modes have been added to LTM or Limited Time Mode in Fortnite.
Another new Prop-O-Matic element has also been added to the Fortnite Creative. With this, the players can transform into any prop to hide from their enemies and opponents. They can also create their own prop discovery game. Two new islands named Wasteland and Caldera have also been added to the new update of Fortnite. Apart from this, the new update of Fortnite has also got changes in weapon characteristics and new Storm Shield Endurance mode that can be found in the Fortnite Save the World mode.
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Asus 6Z with rotating camera module to launch in India today: Live stream details, expected price and more

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Asus 6Z with rotating camera module to launch in India today: Live stream details, expected price and more
Taiwanese technology company Asus is all set to launch its 6Z smartphone in India today. Asus 6Z has been launched globally already, however, it is known as Asus Zenfone 6 in other parts of the world. The company has changed the name of the handset for India only. The key highlight of the device is, of course, its rotating camera module that lets users click selfies using the primary cameras. It is a lot like the one that we saw on Samsung Galaxy A80, which will also be making its way to India soon. If you have been looking forward to the launch of Asus 6Z, then you would be happy to know that you can watch the handset’s launch live. The technology company will be live-streaming the launch event of Asus 6Z at 12 pm noon today. You can head to Asus’ Facebook page or official YouTube channel to watch the launch of the device. We have also embedded the video of the live stream on this page, so you can also just watch it here.

Asus 6Z price (expected)

Globally, Asus 6Z smartphone is available in three storage variants – 6GB RAM/64GB storage, 6GB RAM/128GB storage and 8GB RAM/256GB storage. The base model costs EUR 499, the 128GB storage variant is priced at EUR 559 and the top-end version bears a price tag of EUR 599. The Asus 6Z handset is available in Midnight Black and Twilight Silver colour options. On conversion, the pricing of the device can be seen to start at approximately Rs 38,852 and goes up to around Rs 46,638. In India too, the price range of Asus 6Z is expected to be the same.

Asus 6Z specifications

Asus 6Z handset runs Android 9.0 Pie with the company’s own Zen UI 6 on top and it is promised to get upgrades to Android Q and Android R. The new offering by Asus sports a 6.4-inch full-HD+ IPS display that has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 and a colour gamut of 100 DCI-P3. The device is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 SoC and it comes with up to 8GB of RAM and Adreno 640 GPU. Asus 6Z smartphone has up to 256GB of internal storage and it has support for microSD cards of up to 2TB. For imaging duties, the smartphone sports a dual rear camera setup that consists of a 48MP primary sensor clubbed with a 13MP ultra-wide-angle sensor. Asus 6Z smartphone comes with a massive 5,000mAh battery with support for Quick Charge 4.0. It is also equipped with dual speakers and dual smart amplifiers. The connectivity options of the device include USB Type-C, NFC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and GPS. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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 Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10 Pro silicone cases leaked online

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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10 Pro silicone cases leaked online
The launch of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 is months away, but the leaks and rumours about the handset have been surfacing online as we get closer to the official launch.  The closer we get to the launch of the device, the reports about the smartphones seem more and more legit. While we have already seen the leaks and renders of the handset, now a silicone case has surfaced online that allegedly is for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Pro and the Galaxy Note 10. The case gives us a fair idea about what the smartphone will be in terms of the build and size. It is also the first solid evidence of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 10 handset. Looking at the case, it is clear that the camera placement on the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 will be vertical. It is worth mentioning that this is in-line with what the earlier renders suggested. The images of the case of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 had been tweeted by the tipster named Sudhansu Ambhore (@Sudhansu1414). According to the tweet, the silicone case belongs to the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and the Galaxy Note 10 Pro. The tipster also claimed that these were the “real life” cases of the upcoming smartphones but other than this, he didn’t share any additional details. Looking at the cases, we see a difference in the size of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and the Galaxy Note 10 Pro. There is also a slight difference in the rear camera placement of the smartphones. The regular Samsung Galaxy Note 10 had a single circular cutout for the LED flash and on the other hand, for Galaxy Note 10 Pro, the cutout seems to be a longer and pill-shaped. This could mean that the Pro variant of the Galaxy Note 10 might come with other sensors such as the heart-rate sensor or the laser sensor.
Both the case layout and cutout also suggest that the Bixby button is missing from the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 10 smartphones. However, there is another little bump in the case at the bottom left side that could be a dedicated camera button. It may also be a repositioned Bixby button. Furthermore, we can see that there are two cutouts at the top that are claimed to be for the IR blaster and the microphone. This time, it looks like Samsung is finally removing the headphone jack from its smartphone. On the bottom of the case, we see a cutout for the S Pen, a speaker grille and the USB Type-C port along with the microphone.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 to launch on August 7: Report

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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 to launch on August 7: Report
Technology giant Google may have broken the norm by revealing the new design of its upcoming flagship Pixel 4 months ahead of its launch. However, other companies haven’t as yet warmed up to the idea yet. Samsung is definitely among them as it is being very secretive about its Galaxy Note 10 handset. But then, reports and rumours have been pouring about it for months now. Now, a report has surfaced online that claims that Samsung Galaxy Note 10 will launch on August 7 in New York City. The first week of August is usually the time when the South Korean technology company unveils its Galaxy Note phablets, so this seems legit. The report about the launch date of Samsung Galaxy Note 10 first surfaced on CNET and it quoted people familiar with the matter. We should mention that Samsung usually shows off its new phone technology with its Note phablet. This year, the company is expected to launch the handset in two different screen sizes and one among these will be a 5G-enabled device. Neither among the two will come with a 3.5mm headphone jack. Leaked renders of Samsung Galaxy Note 10 have also surfaced on Pricebaba (in collaboration with @Onleaks) that show that the company will be eliminating the top and bottom bezels completely. The smartphone’s hole-punch selfie camera can also be seen in the middle of the top of the screen. According to reports, the bigger screen variant will sport a 6.75-inch display, while the smaller screen variant will be 6.3-inches in size diagonally. The rear panel will reportedly have three vertically stacked camera sensors. Coming back to CNET’s report, it says that Samsung will be using Barclays Center in Brooklyn to host the event. The report has also mentioned that Samsung plans to make the Unpacked event “flashy” this year.
However, the real curiosity right now is not about the Galaxy Note 10, but about Samsung Galaxy Fold. Will the company use the event to relaunch the device? Or will it be cancelled completely? As of now, various reports claim that the handset will not start shipping until after Galaxy Note 10. Recently, a report also claimed that Samsung Galaxy Fold’s new launch date will be sometime in July. However, the company denied this. With that, we clearly knew that we would have to wait longer to get out hands on the Galaxy Fold handset. But then, it’s better that Samsung fixes all the issues in it before it relaunches it even if that takes longer. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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.

WhatsApp and Startup India announce winners of their ‘Grand Challenge’

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WhatsApp and Startup India announce winners of their ‘Grand Challenge’
WhatsApp and Invest India have today announced the winners of the ‘Startup India – WhatsApp Grand Challenge’. The companies have announced that five startups have been awarded a total grant worth $250,000 or approximately Rs 35 Lakhs each. The five startups that have received the prize money include MedCords, Melzo, Javis, Gramophone, and MinionLabs. For those unaware, the ‘Startup India – WhatsApp Grand Challenge’ was started earlier this year and it was meant to inspire entrepreneurs to develop solutions that have a socio-economic impact on the Indian economy. More than 1,700 entries were received for the challenge from across the country. It is also worth mentioning that around 70% of the applications received were from startups that were less than 3 months old. This shows how more and more people are switching to do business in the country. These entries were then evaluated on the basis of their innovative thinking, the scale of impact, and ability of solving real problems that are faced by the people of the country. Ten entries were then shortlisted and were given a chance to pitch ideas to a mix of venture capitalists and entrepreneur including Shailesh Lakhani of Sequoia Capital, Vani Kola of Kalaari Capital, Deep Kalra of MakeMyTrip, Harsha Kumar of Lightspeed Ventures, and Abhijit Bose of WhatsApp. Speaking about it, Mr Ramesh Abhishek, Secretary DPIIT, Government of India said, “The Indian startup ecosystem has undergone a dynamic transformation in the last few years, with the addition of many successful unicorns and high growth in venture funding. We are constantly working to strengthen the ecosystem to support our startups by simplifying regulations, building infrastructure, and establishing meaningful partnerships. Congratulations to the winners of the Startup India WhatsApp Grand Challenge and good luck to them for driving the country’s economic growth.” “India has proven to propel highly innovative ideas that are making a significant impact to society and the economy, said Mr. Abhijit Bose, Head of WhatsApp India. We at WhatsApp are proud to have a role in helping the next generation of innovators use technology to help improve lives in India and around the world. Congratulations to the winners and we look forward to seeing their ideas come to life.”
Here’s more on the startups that were chosen:
  • MedCords is using technology to bring affordable access to quality healthcare in rural and semi-urban areas. Their usage is spread across 2,000 villages.
  • Melzo is an affordable VR content platform, that enables the masses to consume content easily on low-end devices. The platform caters to over 140+ brands and SMEs globally.
  • Javis is a WhatsApp-based conversational AI platform that connects the right people with the right information to get business done quickly. The platform receives an average of 3-4 individual queries on a daily basis, and currently has 1500 active users.
  • Gramophone is an agri-tech platform providing agronomic intelligence to farmers, and it aims to be a one-stop-shop for all agricultural input needs.
  • MinionLabs helps businesses in reducing electricity costs and leveraging a machine learning approach. It is also useful in improving productivity by providing real-time electricity consumption insights.
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OnePlus 7 Pro 5G starts receiving the latest OxygenOS version 9.5.4 update

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OnePlus 7 Pro 5G starts receiving the latest OxygenOS version 9.5.4 update
Last month, OnePlus announced its first 5G smartphone – OnePlus 7 Pro 5G – in the UK. Now the company has rolled out the latest OxygenOS 9.5.4 update for OnePlus 7 Pro 5G. Currently, the new update is being rolled out in an incremental manner and those who have not received it will be notified very soon. OnePlus 7 Pro 5G edition’s OxygenOS update has resolved the issue of settings of DC dimming and has also improved the touch sensitivity for the screen. Double Tap to Wake and Ambient Display have also been improved. The OxygenOS update also includes general bug fixes and some other improvements. Earlier, there was a problem with the pop-up camera of the smartphone. The camera was opening whenever the device got an incoming call, even when the screen was locked. The latest update has fixed this problem. The device was also facing an issue with the lock screen where the fingerprint animation stayed on the screen even after unlocking it successfully. However, now, this issue has been fixed as well. You can update the OnePlus 7 Pro 5G by going to Settings Menu and then to the Update option. The company has rolled out the OxygenOS 9.5.4 in an incremental manner. Right now, it will reach a small percentage of users in the beginning, and if the update does not have any bugs, a broader rollout will follow.
To recall, OnePlus 7 Pro was launched by the Chinese smartphone company recently in India in three colour variants – Mirror Grey, Nebula Blue, and Almond. OnePlus 7 Pro is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 855 SoC and the device includes Fluid AMOLED display that has a refresh rate of 90Hz.  OnePlus 7 Pro comes with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. The handset houses a 4000mah battery and comes with a triple rear camera setup that has a 48MP primary sensor. In India the device is available three in storage options – 6GB RAM/128GB storage, 8GB RAM/ 256GB storage and 12GB RAM/ 256GB storage. While the base model has been priced at Rs 48,999, 8GB RAM variant costs at Rs 52,999 and the 12GB variant bears a price tag of Rs 57,999. Tthe 6GB RAM model of OnePlus 7 Pro is available in single colour Mirror Grey, the 8GB RAM variant can be bought in Almond, and Mirror Grey colours while the 12GB RAM one can be picked up in Nebula Blue. or the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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.

Airtel India becomes the first telco to roll out 4G network in Lakshadweep Islands

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Airtel India becomes the first telco to roll out 4G network in Lakshadweep Islands
Indian telecommunications major Airtel has today announced that it has launched its 4G services Lakshadweep Islands. The company has claimed that it is the first ever mobile provider to launch high-speed data services on the island, that is now connected to the digital superhighway. With Airtel‘s 4G services, people on the Lakshadweep Islands will be able to enjoy various digital services like HD quality video streaming, superfast downloads and uploads, and high speeds internet browsing. The company has also said that 4G services will also give an overall boost to the local economy of the island. We should point out that Lakshadweep is also a very popular tourist destination. With the addition of 4G network, people visiting the island will also be able to access seamless mobile broadband connectivity, provided they have an Airtel connection. Starting today, the 4G network from Airtel will be live across Agatti, Bangaram and Kavaratti. The 4G network would gradually roll out to the rest of the island as well. The company has also said that after rolling out its services to Lakshadweep, Airtel’s high-speed 4G network covers the length and breadth of India. Airtel has also added that it has expanded the high-speed networks to the remotest corners of the North East. Airtel has specified that customers will be able to upgrade to 4G SIM for free. They will be able to choose from a range of exciting Prepaid and Postpaid plans that come with premium bundled content like Netflix, Amazon, ZEE5 and access to Airtel TV and Wynk Music.
Commenting on the launch Smt Aruna Sundararajan, Secretary – Department of Telecom, Government of India said: “I would like to congratulate Bharti Airtel on the launch of 4G services in Lakshadweep. This is yet another milestone towards building a digitally enabled India and empowering every Indian through access to digital services. The Government remains fully committed to supporting the telecom industry in their endeavor.” Gopal Vittal, MD & CEO (India and South Asia), Bharti Airtel said, “We are truly proud to become the first operator to launch 4G services in Lakshadweep and put the last remaining remote territory on the digital superhighway. Airtel 4G now reaches the farthest corners of India and empowers customers by connecting them to the world of digital services. Mobile broadband is also an important economic enabler, and Airtel 4G will also add to Lakshadweep’s growth, connecting customers and businesses. We remain fully committed to building a Digital India and invite everyone to experience Airtel 4G, which has been consistently rated as the fastest network by multiple platforms.” For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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 M40 receives its first update

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Samsung Galaxy M40 receives its first update
As the Samsung Galaxy M40 goes on sale in India today it has already started receiving its first update The Samsung Galaxy M40comes with features like, a full HD+ display that has great sound support, triple rear camera setup and a selfie camera that is embedded within its screen like a punch hole. The device also sports Screen Sound Technology, which produces sound through vibrations on the display. The device also consists of a 360-degree surround sound along with Dolby Atmos. After buying, the Samsung Galaxy M40 buyers will get the update as the foremost thing on the smartphone. The update is supposed to bring few enhancements to the device and bug fixes, too. The Samsung Galaxy M40 carries the version number M405DDU1ASF2/ M405FODM1ASF4/ M405FDDU1ASEB and 152.36 MB in size will include May 2019 Android Security patch as well. As we mentioned earlier, the handset has gone on sale in India today. Here’s everything that you need to know about it: Samsung Galaxy M40 price in India The Samsung Galaxy M40 is priced at Rs 19,999, which will be available in Midnight blue and Seawater Blue colors. The buyers can get this device from Amazon India and Samsung India online stores. If you are an interested buyer, we should tell you about the launch offers that can be availed with the smartphone. Reliance Jio will be providing double benefits to buyers with Rs 198 and Rs 299 prepaid plans. A cashback of Rs 3,750 will be benefited to the Vodafone and Idea buyers on getting a recharge of Rs 255 with additional 0.50GB data per day for up to 18 months. Samsung Galaxy M40 specifications Samsung Galaxy M40 smartphone has a 6.3-inch Full HD+ (2,340 x 1,080 pixels) Infinity-O display and it is powered by octa-core Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 675 SoC paired Adreno 612 GPU. The smartphone comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage and as per the requirement, the user can install a microSD card of up to 512GB. The device runs Android 9 Pie skinned with One UI and it houses a 3,500mAh battery, which supports 15W fast charging.
As far as the cameras are concerned the Samsung Galaxy M40 features a triple-rear camera setup that consists of a 32MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-lens, and 5MP depth sensor. It sports a 16MP camera on the front in a punch hole setup with f/2.0 aperture At the price Rs 19,999 this smartphone competes with Oppo F11O, Realme 3 Pro 128GB, Realme 3 Pro 6GB, Vivo Y 17 and Vivo Y 15. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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.  

Nubia to launch a 5G-enabled gaming smartphone in India in 2020: Report

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Nubia to launch a 5G-enabled gaming smartphone in India in 2020: Report
Chinese smartphone maker Nubia is reportedly gearing up to launch a 5G-enabled handset. The company recently launched its Nubia Red Magic 3 gaming smartphone in India. At its launch, it has been reported that the company executives stated that Nubia has a head-start in terms of 5G hardware. They further added that Nubia’s 5G-enabled handset is already ready to launch in markets that support the connectivity. The company also said that it will be launching a 5G smartphone to India next year. Speaking about this, vice-president of Nubia India, Pan Forrest, said, “The first Nubia 5G phone will be Red Magic, to launch in China in 2020. It will also come to India at around the same time.” We should mention that in its latest offering, Nubia has added features like upgraded cooling, 8K video recording and a display with 90Hz refresh rate. With this announcement, we can expect a smartphone with premium features like these and 5G connectivity. The report about Nubia’s 5G smartphone coming to India first surfaced on News18. The website also quoted Dheeraj Kukreja, marketing director of Nubia India saying, “In China, we are the first one when it comes to mobile hardware to enter the 5G era. It is the first 5G phone in China, and we are supporting three operators in the country. Now, it will depend on the Indian service providers and how soon can they launch it.” We should mention that in India, 5G connectivity is not supported till now. The testing and the rollout of the connectivity has been delayed in India as compared to a few other countries. A number of reports have also stated that deciding on the vendor for 5G has caused the delay, which primarily happened because of allegations that have been levied against Huawei but the United States government. Other reports say that the lack of allocated bandwidth is the real reason why 5G connectivity is not available in India.
It is also worth noticing that months ahead of the auction, Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) stated that the Government of India is setting the base price of the 5G spectrum too high. This may have had a restricting effect on the connectivity in the country. With all these issues, one can’t really say when and how 5G connectivity will be rolled out in India. The telecom authority in India will definitely not want to be late in adopting the technology. But we will have to wait to know what it does to get 5G connectivity to India sooner. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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.

Truecaller finally brings its VoIP feature to the app with Truecaller Voice, will be available to all the users

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Truecaller finally brings its VoIP feature to the app with Truecaller Voice, will be available to all the users
Earlier this month, we saw Truecaller testing its VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) calling service in India for its premium subscribers. The VoIP feature of Truecaller would work similar to how other apps use this feature, it would allow the users to make a phone call over the internet (through mobile data or Wi-Fi network) regardless the telecom network availability or balance. The VoIP feature uses the internet itself to make the phone call. And in the recent development, Truecaller has officially announced the app’s VoIP calling feature which will be called – Truecaller Voice. Truecaller has placed a Truecaller Voice button in the app which can be used by the user to make the voice calls through internet, using either mobile data or Wi-Fi. But, it should be noted that Truecaller Voice doesn’t call the phone of the receiver directly as it places the call in the app itself, so the receiver also must have the application installed in his smartphone. Currently, Truecaller is rolling out its VoIP feature with a new update, which will come to the smartphones in a staged way. The Truecaller Voice feature is currently being rolled out for the Android version only. Truecaller has assured that by using the Truecaller Voice, the users can make free, high-quality, low latency VoIP calls, which will be connected quickly over mobile data or Wi-Fi. For the convenience of the users, the company has also added a shortcut to the Truecaller Voice to the in-app locations such as call logs, SMS Inbox, contact profile along with after call screen.
It should be noted that Truecaller’s VoIP calling feature was spotted last week. but earlier it was thought that it would be coming for the Truecaller Premium subscribers only. But now, it appears as if the Truecaller Voice feature will be brought to all the Android users of the app regardless of Premium or non-Premium tags. According to the official press release about the new update, Truecaller stated that the Truecaller Voice feature equipped new update has been rolling out since June 10, 2019. It will soon reach all the users of the application as it is being rolled out in a phased manner. To get the new feature, the users would simply need to head over to Google Play Store and update their Truecaller app. Once updated to the latest version, they should be able to see the Truecaller Voice feature on the calling screen of the app. But if they don’t see it then the update hasn’t reached them as yet and they would have to wait for a few days. And as mentioned above, the Truecaller Voice feature is not just coming to the Premium or the Premium Gold subscribers of the app but for all the Android users who have this app installed.
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Oppo A5s with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage launched in India: Price and features

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Oppo A5s with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage launched in India: Price and features
Oppo A5s was launched in India in April 2019 with two RAM variants – 2GB RAM and 3GB RAM. But now, the 4GB RAM variant of the Oppo A5s has finally been launched. The Oppo A5s 4GB RAM contains all the specifications and the features of its lesser variants, but it comes with more RAM. Earlier, this variant was to be launched in May of 2019, but due to some reason it was delayed. A month later, the 4GB RAM version of the Oppo A5s is finally here.

Oppo A5s 4GB RAM variant price and availability

The Oppo A5s with 4GB RAM holds a price tag of Rs 15,900 with a market operating price (MOP) of Rs 12,990. The Oppo A5s comes in two colour options – Green and Gold. The smartphone can be bought from popular e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, Paytm Mall, Tata Cliq, and Snapdeal. It can also be bought from offline brick-and-mortar stores. The mobile will be available in the coming days but the company hadn’t announced an exact availability date of the smartphone. Other than the 4GB RAM variant of the Oppo A5s, it also has a 2GB RAM variant which holds a price tag of Rs 8,990. While the 3GB RAM variant of the Oppo A5s is priced at Rs 9,990.

Oppo A5s 4GB RAM variant specifications and features

The Oppo A5s sports a 6.2-inch HD+ (720 x 1,520 pixels) In-Cell display with an aspect ratio of 19:9. It is powered by the MediaTek Helio P35 SoC (MT6765) paired with 4GB of RAM. The smartphone runs Android 8.1 Oreo skinned with ColorOS 5.2 and supports dual-SIM (Nano). The Oppo A5s comes with 64GB of internal storage with support for microSD card of up to 256GB. On the other hand, the 2GB and the 3GB RAM variant of the Oppo A5s comes with only 32GB internal storage support. The newly launched smartphone packs a large 4,230mAh battery with no fast charging capability.
On the imaging front, the Oppo A5s features a dual-rear camera, which comprises of a 13MP main sensor with an f/2.2 aperture paired with a 2MP secondary sensor. While at the front, there is an 8MP selfie camera with an f/2.0 aperture. Other features of the Oppo A5s 4GB RAM include 4G LTE support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.2, GPS/ A-GPS, and Micro-USB port. And the rest of the specifications of the 4GB RAM variant of the Oppo A5s is similar to the 2GB or 3GB RAM variants of the smartphone.
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Honor 9X Pro specifications leaked, will be powered by Kirin 980 SoC

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Honor 9X Pro specifications leaked, will be powered by Kirin 980 SoC
Before its official launch, the specifications and details of the Honor 9X Pro have been leaked online. The Honor 9X Pro will be a mid-range smartphone and according to the leaked details, some of the main specifications of the handset include a 48MP rear camera along with a hole-punch camera at the front. In addition to this, the Honor 9X Pro will reportedly be powered by the 7nm HiSilicon Kirin 810 SoC. The leaks come from a Chinese leakster named @RODENT950 on Twitter. According to the leaks, the Honor 9X Pro will sport a 6.5-inch or 6.7-inch LED display panel with a hole-punch camera cutout on the front panel that would house the front-facing sensor. The device will reportedly be powered by a 7nm HiSilicon Kirin 810 SoC and it will pack a 4,000mAh battery with support for 20W fast charging. The back panel of the Honor 9X Pro will have a 3D glass design. On the imaging front, the Honor 9X Pro will reportedly feature a quad-camera setup that will comprise of a 48MP Sony IMX582 main sensor, an 8MP wide-angle lens, a 2MP macro lens and a 2MP sensor for bokeh effect. On the front, there will be a 25MP selfie camera placed in a hole-punch camera setup.
But, there is another feature about the Honor 9X Pro which has leaked online. This new leak comes from a Twitter account named Huawei Club and according to it, the Honor 9X Pro will be powered by a HiSilicon Kirin 980 SoC. It is a new chipset and it comes with an integrated NPU that would also power the Huawei Nova 5 smartphone. As of now, it is not confirmed which among the two of the specifications will be the correct one for Honor 9X Pro. The Honor 9X Pro and the Honor 9X are expected to be launched later this year. The Honor 8X is the predecessor of the upcoming Honor 9X. Since Honor 8X was launched in China in September last year, there is a possibility that the company will unveil its upcoming Honor 9X at the same time frame this year as well. We could also see the launch of Honor 9X Pro alongside the Honor 9X.
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Vivo V1913A/T spotted on TENAA database, key specifications revealed

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Vivo V1913A/T spotted on TENAA database, key specifications revealed
Chinese smartphone maker Vivo is currently in line to launch its youth-centric Z1 Pro smartphone in India. Before the official launch of the device, the company has already started teasing various features of the upcoming device and it has also revealed that the Vivo Z1 Pro will be sold exclusively visa Flipkart. But now, according to a new report, Vivo is also working on a smartphone other than the Z1 Pro. The details of the new Vivo smartphone were spotted on the TENAA listing prior to its announcement. The TENAA listing reveals that the upcoming Vivo smartphone carries a model number V1913A/T and it will be a mid-range smartphone. Other than the model number, the listing has also revealed some of the key specifications of the unannounced Vivo smartphone. According to the TENAA listing, the Vivo V1913A/T reportedly sports a 6.38-inch Full-HD+AMOLED display that has a waterdrop-shaped notch on top. It will reportedly be powered by an octa-core CPU clocked at 2.0GHz paired with either 4GB or 6GB of RAM. The upcoming Vivo smartphone will come with 128GB of internal storage and will also support a microSD card. There is a possibility of an in-display fingerprint scanner in the Vivo V1913A/T as there are no physical fingerprint scanner present on the body of the smartphone. The listing was spotted by TechAndroids. According to the TENAA listing, the Vivo V1913A/T will reportedly come with a large 4,390mAh battery. Similar to other Vivo smartphones, the Vivo V1913A/T will also come with Android 9 Pie skinned with FunTouch UI. There might also be a dedicated AI assistant button present on the Vivo V1913A/T, much like Samsung’s Bixby button. However, Vivo could have its own Jovi assistant connected via the button.
On the imaging front, the Vivo V1913A/T will reportedly come with a triple-rear camera setup with a 16MP sensor, an 8MP secondary sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. The details about the front camera of the smartphone are currently not known. But then, instead of being placed in an in-display camera placement like the Z1 Pro, the Vivo V1913A/T sports a waterdrop notch. The Vivo V1913A/T measures at 159.53 x75.23×8.13mm and weighs 179 grams. Currently, it is not known what will be the official name of the Vivo V1913A/T or when will it be announced. More details about the Vivo V1913A/T will be available once the company makes it official. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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.

Xiaomi devices to get app drawer and shortcuts: Report

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Xiaomi devices to get app drawer and shortcuts: Report
Chinese smartphone brand Xiaomi is one among the handset makers that ditched the app drawer since the very beginning. One of the few exceptions to this in Xiaomi’s range of devices it Poco F1, and that too, because it does not come with MIUI skin. Other Xiaomi devices that come with app drawers are the ones that are a part of Google’s Android One program. However, now this is going to change soon as Xiaomi is said to be testing an in-built app drawer in its custom MIUI skin. The company will also be getting app shortcuts to its user interface. The latest MIUI launcher alpha will be released with version number 4.10.6.1025-06141703. Based on the screenshots, users will have to tap the central button on the home screen to open the app drawer. We should also mention that the swipe up and swipe down gestures and go back to home screen option does not seem to be working for now to access the app launcher. However, it is being speculated that Xiaomi will include these options. In the app drawer, all the recently used apps will be placed on the top, while all the other downloaded apps will be shown in alphabetical order as usual. The launcher also includes a downward arrow on the top and on being tapped, it will collapse the app drawer.
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A feature called App Shortcuts that was released with Android 7.0 Nougat, has also been spotted. Quick reactions pop up whenever an app icon is long-pressed and this lets users perform specific tasks of the app directly very quickly. This will also make its way to MIUI. As of now, there is no specific date announced by Xiaomi about when it intends to launch the app drawer.
How to install the app drawer: In order to activate the app drawer, follow these steps:
  1. Install the new MIUI alpha app launcher and then long-press on the home screen.
  2. Tap on the Settings option and then click on ‘More’.
  3. Now tap home screen settings and it will open a page with two options for the home screen. Here, you can find the option for the app drawer.
Recently, Xiaomi announced on its MIUI Community forums that starting July, it is going to end its global MIUI beta program for all the devices. The company says that it wants to limit its beta testing and update devices under Mi and Redmi branding more regularly. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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.  

Xiaomi’s Poco F1 receives the new MIUI v10.3.5.0 update: Here’s everything that’s new

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Xiaomi’s Poco F1 receives the new MIUI v10.3.5.0 update: Here’s everything that’s new
Xiaomi launched its Poco F1 smartphone in India last year and touted it to offer Snapdragon 845 SoC at an affordable price. When launched, the smartphone ran Android 8.1 Oreo and later, it got the update to Android Pie. Now, the Poco F1 is getting the new MIUI v10.3.5.0 update along with the new May 2019 Android Security patch. The new update is already being rolled out and it comes with features like customizable lock screen clock and a dual app function fix. The rollout of the new update for the Poco F1 was confirmed by the company’s General Manager C Manmohan. In addition to this, it has also been confirmed that Poco F1 will be getting the Android Q update. The news about the update of Poco F1 was revealed on Tuesday where Manmohan tweeted a screenshot of the MIUI v10.3.5.0. This confirmed the rollout of MIUI’s latest update for Poco F1, that is 387MB in size. The users of the Poco F1 will receive the notification about the new update automatically. However, if they don’t, they can manually check for the updates too. For doing this, they need to go to Settings>About Phone. After that, they have to click on System update to download it. It should be noted that the update is currently being rolled out in phases and it would take around a week before it reaches all the users.
As per the official changelog of the new update, Poco F1 is getting May 2019 Android Security patch. Other than that, users will get the ability to customize the lock screen clock of their Poco F1. The new MIUI update also brings sorting principles of the Wi-Fi networks and fixes the problem of disappearance of dual apps after a reboot. The new update has also got the performance upgrades along with other bug fixes for the Poco F1. As we mentioned earlier, Poco F1 will be getting Google’s upcoming Android Q update. This was confirmed by Poco Global Head Alvin Tse through a tweet. In his tweet, he confirmed that the Poco F1 will be receiving the new Android Q update once it rolls out. He also mentioned that MIUI 11 is not far away for the Poco F1. But Tse didn’t mention the date of the release and the MIUI version which will come with Android Q for Poco F1. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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.

Revolt RV400 electric bike showcased in India: All that you should know

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Revolt RV400 electric bike showcased in India: All that you should know
Revolt RV400 electric bike has been unveiled in India today. The company has said that it will be launched in the country in July this year. We should mention that Revolt RV400 is the first ever electric bike to go on sale in India. The pre-bookings of the same will open on June 25 on Revolt Intellicorp’s website and Amazon India. If you are an interested buyer, we should tell you that you can pre-order it for just Rs 1,000. Over the next four months, the electric bike will be made available in NCR, Nagpur, Ahmedabad, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Chennai. Commenting in the launch, Revolt Intellicorp Pvt Ltd’s founder and chief revolutionary officer, Rahul Sharma said, “I have always been a believer in challenging the conventions, and today truly changes the game for the Indian two-wheeler industry. The RV400 is the first step towards providing sustainable, affordable mobility to every Indian home. RV400 challenges every single convention that riders have pertaining to the EVs — Power, Styling and Aesthetics, Range, Battery charging infrastructure, Security, Sound, and Service.” It is worth mentioning that Revolt RV400 electric bike comes with a silhouette of a naked motorcycle and it has a hexagonal headlamp that comes with LED DRLs and LED central lamp. The bike has an upright seating position and it comes with handlebars that will be placed close to where the rider will be seated. We should also add that the electric bike houses a lithium-ion battery that comes with ARAI certified range of 156.8 km when charged completely. With this battery, the bike can deliver 25Nm of torque and use regenerative braking system to charge it back.
Speaking about other features, the bike has an all-digital instrument panel that will display information like speed, mileage, remaining battery and more. Revolt RV400 comes with AI enhancements and can track riding style and on the basis of that, it can give a detailed insight on the app that it is connected with. This helps the rider to improve his riding style so that he can make better use of the battery range. The bike also comes with support for geo-fencing, turn-by-turn navigation and Bluetooth connectivity. A key feature of the bike is that it can be started using the app. The app will show trip details, ‘Find my Bike’ option and it will inform owners about when bike parts need to be changed. The Revolt RV400 has a customizable artificial exhaust note that offers users four options to choose from. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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.

Most Indians don’t mind watching ads on Netflix, Amazon Prime for a more affordable deal: Report

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Most Indians don’t mind watching ads on Netflix, Amazon Prime for a more affordable deal: Report
Most of us know how addictive it is to watch content on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and other such similar services. While some of us are willing to pay for an ad-free experience so that we can enjoy videos more, a report has surfaced online that suggests that one in three Indians don’t really mind seeing ads on such platforms. According to Asia OTT Research Report 2019 by Brightcove, around 25% of Indians who watch content on OTT (over-the-top video streaming) platforms want to pay nothing and watch ads while consuming content. Apart from this, it was also found that 14% of these people would be willing to pay a higher fee to be free from ads; and another 14% would like an option where they can customize their price and ad packages. The report, conducted with online market research and data analytics firm YouGov, 35% of the respondents who are based in India are receptive towards the idea of a reduced monthly subscription package with which they can choose how they are served ads based on the pricing. Another 44% said that they will certainly sign up for it – meaning that almost 80% of the Indian respondents are open to a hybrid model of reduced price subscription. The report surveyed 9,000 participants from across Asia which also included 1000 Indian consumers. The intention of the study was to find out how customers these days are responding to OTT TV services and to find out which platforms and devices they prefer, what factors inspired them to sign up or unsubscribe, their payment preferences, and their acceptance for advertisements. Thirty-five percent of viewers in the survey assured that they in a week they spend one to five hours watching content, whereas 21 percent said that they spend six to 10 hours per week watching content. Twenty-two percent of customers said that they do not subscribe to OTT services because they merely do not have the time to watch. Twenty-eight percent stated that the value proposition was simply not strong enough for them to subscribe, whereas 19 percent stated that content with active pay-TV services as a reason for not subscribing.
The report says that when the trial users switch to subscribers, accessibility on mobile, quality of experience on mobile, price, and content library are the four main factors which play a role in their withholding. Twenty-nine percent of users who responded to the survey also said that most preferred platform to watch free movies online is streaming sites. Asian customers are mostly pleased to watch one to three ads. With OTT, the consumer generally expects for more content and fewer ads, whereas 23 percent stated that they would prefer to pay a lower fee and watch some advertisements. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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.  

tvOS 13 developer beta version gets picture-in-picture mode

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tvOS 13 developer beta version gets picture-in-picture mode
At the recently concluded Apple WWDC 2019, we got to see what features the Cupertino-based technology giant plans to roll out to its operating systems. While show stopper at the event was the iOS 13, the company also spoke about the additions that it is making it its tvOS for Apple TV. Now, after the event has been wrapped a few days back, the company has rolled out a feature to tvOS that it did not talk about – the picture-in-picture feature. According to a report, the new tvOS 13 developer beta version allows the users to use the picture-in-picture mode on Apple TV. The report about the feature first surfaced on 9to5Mac and it says that while using the new picture-in-picture mode of the tvOS 13 developer beta, users can shrink any video which is currently being played in the corner of the app and continue to browse through content and other menus. In other words, the screen can be used for two things at a time, enabling the user to continue watching the content while also browsing through menus. However, it should be noted that currently, the picture-in-picture feature is available only in the tvOS 13 developer beta version and it will not be available for the public beta of tvOS till July 2019. We feel that the feature is a useful one and with time, more apps and platforms are getting it. It is worth mentioning that WhatsApp has recently added this feature to the Android version of the app. While Android OS had already introduced this feature a long time ago, recently, YouTube for PC and mobile also got the picture-in-picture mode. Some third-party applications such as PlayStation Vue already have this feature and interestingly, it can even be used to watch up to four live channels simultaneously via Sony’s TV service.
The tvOS’s picture-in-picture feature is similar to the one on the iPad. The mode puts a floating small window with the content playing and meanwhile, you can surf for other content on the bigger screen. There are also options by which the small window can be maximized back to full-screen or completely exit the content. As mentioned above, the picture-in-picture feature for the tvOS public beta won’t be coming out till July 2019. If you are not a part of the beta programme, you would have to wait for a few more weeks to find out what the feature works like. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook 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.  
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