MIUI 12 global launch set for May 19: Here is how you can watch the Livestream

The popular Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi last month unveiled its next generation of custom skin OS MIUI 12 alongside  Mi 10 Lite Zoom Edition aka Mi 10 Youth Edition. And now the company is finally going to launch the MIUI 12 on May 19 that is tomorrow. The company is hosting an online launch event to unveil it across the globe.  Xiaomi is all set to bring its 12th iteration of Android-based custom operating system MIUI 12 on May 19. The company will be hosting a global launch event tomorrow for the launch of MIUI 12. Due to the coronavirus crisis, the company is going to take the support of online launch which is going to be live-streamed across its all social media channels via its official YouTube channel. The event will start at 5.30 PM (IST). But for your convenience we have embedded the link below:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dh6LOjHAn1o&feature=emb_title Tomorrow at the event the company is expected to announce the global rollout for the new version of its custom OS however the company did not share any details of the official rollout but the company says that it will be launched for the global markets. But as per the report, the  MIUI 12 will be made available starting late June.  According to the company, the first batch of Xiaomi devices that are going to receiving the update includes Mi 10 Pro, Mi 10, Mi 10 Youth Edition (aka Mi 10 Lite Zoom Edition), Mi 9 Pro 5G, Mi 9 Transparent Edition, Mi 9, Redmi K30 Pro Zoom Edition, Redmi K30 Pro, Redmi K30 5G, Redmi K30, Redmi K20 Pro Premium Edition, Redmi K20 Pro and Redmi K20. All these smartphones will start receiving the update by the end of June this year. Soon after this, the rollout will begin for the second batch that includes Mi Mix 3, Mi Mix 2S, Mi CC9 series, Mi 9 SE, Mi 8 series, Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi Note 7 Pro, and Redmi Note 7.  Later on, Xiaomi phones such as Mi CC9e, Mi Mix 2, Mi 8 Youth Edition, Mi 8 SE, Mi 6X, Redmi Note 8, Redmi 8, Redmi 8A, Redmi 7, Redmi 7A, Redmi 6 Pro, Redmi 6, Redmi 6A, Redmi Note 5, Redmi S2, Mi Note 3, and Mi Max 3 will be able to download the update. Along with some major UI upgrades this time the company highly focused on the user’s data privacy. Along with the rollout of MIUI 12, the update will also bring Android 10’s security features. The Xiaomi’s custom OS is TUV Rheinland certified for privacy and security features.  You will get to see new changes to the user interface which is now less complicated with a white background for clear text and wider spacing in between the text along with a bundle of new graphics to complement it making it more simplified. A bundle of new live wallpapers featuring Moon, Mars and Earth which can be zoomed in to show the close up of the surface on the plants. When the dark mode is implemented these wallpapers also go dark visualizing how the planets look at night. 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

Xiaomi likely to unveil its RedmiBook 14 in India in June

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It seems that Xiaomi fans in India may not have to wait longer for the upcoming Redmi-branded laptop, as a news report has leaked that the Chinese company could lift curtains off its RedmiBook 14 next month. In January this year, Xiaomi had been granted a trademark on the ‘RedmiBook’ brand in India by the country’s Commerce and Industry Ministry. This had resulted in speculations that Xiaomi might finally unveil its first laptop in India after having launched its laptop portfolio in Europe in the second half of 2019. An insider confirmed that Xiaomi would be launching RedmiBook 14 in June, a BGR report quoted Slashleaks as saying. In an earlier leak by tipster Ishan Agarwal, it was reported that Xiaomi India’s MD Manu Kumar Jain, while attending an online meeting with retailers, said that Redmi laptops will soon may way in India. Mind you! Xiaomi RedmiBook 14 laptop is already available in China with a price tag of RMB 3,999 (which translates approx. Rs 42,720). However, if we believe the news report it is expected that Xiaomi will keep the price in India around Rs 30,000 to make it affordable. As far as specification are concerned, RedmiBook 14 laptop surpasses people’s imagination as it is so light and thin with a total weight of just 1.5kilograms. Xiaomi claims that the laptop is equipped with the new AMD Ryzen 3000 series processor, Radeon Vega Graphics graphics card, an excellent cooling system, high-speed memory along with storage space up to 512GB. Mind you! The Chinese company notified that with a new generation of AMD Ryzen 3000 series processors, the overall performance is improved by 10 percent. With the 19mm large key pitch full size keyboard and 1.3mm key travel design, Xiaomi asserted that the rebound is more comfortable and the control is more precise. Beside this, the processor is paired with NVIDIA MX250 graphics processor keeping gaming in mind. It runs Windows 10 and comes pre-installed with Microsoft Office. We will bring you more updated about Xiaomi RedmiBook 14 once it gets launched in India. Meanwhile, POCO, Xiaomi’s beloved smartphone product brand has launched its latest device: POCO F2 Pro. Tailored to tech enthusiasts, the device prioritizes performance over frills – without the traditional flagship price tag. With the Snapdragon 865 Mobile Platform under the hood, POCO F2 Pro offers sustained peak performance, extremely fast processing speeds, and a true full-screen viewing experience that’ll have techies waving goodbye to their current daily driver. 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.

MediaTek’s new Dimensity 820 Chip with 5G support launched 

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The Taiwan based chipset manufacturer announced the launch of a new chipset. The company introduced Mediatek Dimensity 820 SoC for flagship smartphones. The octa-core system-on-chip comes with a 5G support and with the latest multimedia, AI and imaging innovations. The chipset comes integrated with ARM Mali G57 GPU along with HyperEngine 2.0 enhancement for better graphics. While announcing the Dimensity 820 system-on-chip Dr Yenchi Lee, Assistant General Manager of MediaTek’s Wireless Communications Business Unit said, “Our Dimensity 1000 is already powering impressive flagship 5G devices in a number of markets. With the new Dimensity 820, we’re now making 5G much more accessible. The Dimensity 820 stands out beyond competitors by offering four high-performance Arm Cortex-A76 cores at 2.6GHz within its octa-core CPU, delivering superb performance and responsiveness, among its incredible AI, gaming and photography experiences.” According to the company, the chipset comes with four Cortex-A76 cores clocked at up to 2.6GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores clocked at up to 2GHz. Moreover, there is Arm Mali G57 GPU graphics plus HyperEngine 2.0 enhancements so users can immerse themselves in the latest mobile games. This will allow  120Hz high refresh rate support for the displays along with HDR features with MediaTek MiraVision for most vivid visuals in videos and streams. The Dimensity 820 also supports dual SIM, dual standby (DSDS) 5G technology for access to the fastest speeds and Voice over New Radio (VoNR) services on both SIMs. The new AI Processing Unit  MediaTek APU 3.0 is going to deliver powerful AI-camera capabilities which means the device can support up to four concurrent cameras with up to 80-megapixel sensors with the help of Imagiq 5.0 to flagship devices. With the  Multi-frame 4K Video HDR the device will support 4K HDR video recording even under bright as well as low lit conditions. The company says that the chip automatically captures frames at different exposures and intelligently fuses them into a single video stream, all in real-time. The MediaTek’s HyperEngine 2.0 combined with the premium five-core GPU provides a superb gaming experience with optimizations that reduce network latency for smoother gameplay, support faster response times and enhance display quality. HyperEngine 2.0 also intelligently adjusts the CPU, GPU and memory resources to optimize power and performance. There will be support for up to 16GB of LPDDR4x RAM along with H.264, H.265/HEVC video encoding. The MediaTek’s Dimensity 820 is going to support Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth v5.1, FM radio and UFS storage 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.

Top 9 smartphones with big batteries under Rs 10,000 category

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If you are looking to buy a smartphone with a big battery to help you work and play your favourite game uninterruptedly, you can check out the following smartphones that falls under Rs 10,000 category: Realme 5i   Available for Rs 9,999, realme 5i adopts mirror polished rear shell. The smartphone has a 6.52-inch display and a 5,000mAh battery. This smartphone is available in Aqua Blue and Forest Green colour variants. On the camera front, the Realme 5i has a quad-camera setup at the back with a 12-megapixel primary sensor, a wide-angle camera, a macro camera and a depth sensor. Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 SoC, this handset has a storage expansion option upto 256GB along with 4GB RAM. It runs ColorOS 6.0.1 on top of Android 9 Pie. Vivo U10 Vivo to launch Vivo U10 with 18W fast charger on September 24 Vivo U10 is equipped 5,000 mAh battery that is complemented by an 18W fast charge. Running on the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 665AIE octa-core processor clocked up to 2.0GHz, the U10 ensures a lag-free experience. The device also comes with 8MP selfie camera and an AI triple camera setup at the back. The device is available in three variants – 3GB + 32GB, 3GB + 64GB and 4GB + 64GB variants (all variants have expandable storage) priced at Rs 8,990, Rs 9,990 and Rs 11,990, respectively. Xiaomi Redmi 8 Xiaomi launched Redmi 8A with 5000mAH battery in India Sporting a massive 5000mAh battery, you can work and play uninterrupted. This smartphone also comes with 18W Fast Charge support, so you are charged and ready to go in no time. The all-new Aura Mirror design is sure to impress anyone with a whole new range of colours including – Ruby Red, Onyx Black and Sapphire Blue. The phone is also protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 to protect from drops and falls. The device comes fitted with Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 allows you to perform multiple tasks with ease. It is available for Rs 9,299 on Mi Store. ASUS Zenfone Pro Max M1 asus zenfone max m1 Inside the sleek exterior of ZenFone Max Pro smartphone is a powerful 5000mAh lithium-polymer battery custom-crafted to pack maximum performance into minimum space. Its ultra-compact 6-inch display has an ultra-slim bezel, so it fits in a slim body that’s the same size as most standard 5.5-inch phones. ZenFone Max Pro has two SIM card slots that support 4G LTE speeds up to 400Mbps7, and a microSD slot that lets you instantly expand your storage up to 2TB. It runs Android 8.1 Oreo OS. Panasonic Eluga Ray 800 Panasonic Eluga Ray 810 with 4,000mAh battery launched in India Panasonic Eluga Ray 800 comes equipped with a 1.8GHz Octa-core processor tagged along with 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM. Pre-installed with a 4000mAh big battery power, this smartphone ensure that you’re able to carry out your day to day activities without facing the fear of running out of power. The 13MP AF rear camera and the 8MP front camera along with their multiple pre-installed modes are pegged to make you look flawless in every situation. Tecno Spark Power Tecno Spark Power with 6000mAh battery and triple rear camera launched in India at Rs 8,499 With 6000mAh battery, Tecno Spark Power smartphone is fitted with a 6.35-inch touchscreen display along with a resolution of 720×1548 pixels. Powered by a 2GHz octa-core MediaTek Helio P22 (MT6762) processor along with 4GB of RAM, Tecno Spark Power handset runs Android 9 Pie. On the camera front, Tecno Spark Power carries a 13-megapixel rear camera; a second 8-megapixel camera and a third 2-megapixel camera along with a 13-megapixel selfie shooter. It is available in Dawn Blue and Alpenglow Gold colours. It is available for Rs. 10,000 in India. Moto E4 Plus The Moto E4 Plus 32GB features a 5,000mAh Li-ion battery inclusive of rapid charging support along with 3GB of RAM and Mali-T720 MP1 GPU. . It has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD HD (1,280 x 720 pixels) display and a front fingerprint sensor. Powered by a 1.3GHz quad-core processor, the smartphone is splash proof and boots on Android v7.1.1 (Nougat) operating system. On the camera front, it carries a 13MP rear camera along with a 5MP selfie snapper. InFocus Turbo 5 The USP of this low-budget smartphone is a 5,000mAh Li-ion battery along with 2GB RAM which keeps the show running for long hours. Powered by a 1.25GHz Quad core Cortex A53 processor, InFocus Turbo 5 showcases a 5.2-inch IPS LCD HD display. Moreover, the handset runs on Android v7.0 (Nougat) OS. On the camera front, there is a 13MP back camera and a 5MP selfie snapper. Samsung Galaxy A10s Samsung launched Galaxy A10s with 6.2-inch display in India Powered by a 4,000mAh Li-ion battery, A10s comes with an octa-core processor setup (2GHz quad-core and 1.5GHz quad-core) along with a 2GB RAM. On the camera front, Samsung Galaxy A10s is houses 13MP + 2MP primary camera along with 8MP front camera for selfie lovers. It comes with a 32GB inbuilt storage that can expanded up to 512GB by using a memory card. 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.

Huawei P40 Lite 5G smartphone with HiSilicon Kirin 820 processor launched

In March this year the Chinese smartphone company, Huawei introduced its most anticipated lineup of smartphones, the Huawei P40 series via an online launch event. The series includes Huawei P40, P40 Pro, and P40 Pro+ that features Kirin 990 SoC, quad rear camera set up, a hole punch display with 90Hz of refresh rate support along with other flagship features. Now expanding the series the company has launched the water down variant of Huawei P40. The company unveiled Huawei P40 Lite 5G in the European market.  The Huawei P40 Lite 5G key highlights include octa-core Kirin 820 processor, quad cameras on the back panel and an  LCD hole-punch display. By having a look at the specs sheet the smartphone is much similar to Huawei Nova 7 SE 5G. Let’s take a look at the specifications and pricing details of the newly launched mobile handset.

Huawei P40 Lite 5G pricing and availability

Huawei P40 Lite 5G is a rebranded variant of Huawei Nova 7 SE 5G which was launched in China last month. The toned-down version of Huawei P40 has been launched in the European market with a price tag of EUR 399 that translates to Rs 32,800 in India. The smartphone is now available for pre-order and is scheduled to go on sale on May 28. The mobile phone will be available in three colour options Midnight Black, Space Silver and Crush Green. According to the company on placing the pre-orders the buyers can avail Huawei FreeBuds 3i absolutely free. Huawei P40 Lite 5G

Huawei P40 Lite 5G specifications

Huawei P40 Lite 5G comes with a 6.5-inch full-HD+  LCD hole-punch display with 1,080×2,400 pixels of resolution and HDR support. The smartphone runs on EMUI 10.1 based on top of Android 10. It is going to derive its power from an octa-core HiSilicon Kirin 820 5G processor coupled with 6GB RAM and 128GB of storage. The internal storage can be expanded up to 256GB using a Nano SD card. For taking photos and videos, Huawei P40 Lite 5G features a quad rear camera set up that includes a 64-megapixel primary camera sensor with f/1.8 aperture. Furthermore, it is assisted by a secondary 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens with f/2.4 aperture, a tertiary 2-megapixel macro lens with f/2.4 aperture and lastly a 2-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture. While on the front there is a 16-megapixel selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture. The handsets pack a 4000-mAh battery with SuperCharge 40W fast charging support. In terms of connectivity, there is 5G SA/NSA, 3.5mm audio jack, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, USB Type-C port and dual-frequency GPS. The sensors onboard include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity and compass. 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.

Here are some great secure ways to get free skins for PUBG Mobile 

PUBG Mobile game comes with an overwhelming number of unlockable skins offering personalised weapons such as guns as well as other components for the better gaming experience. These skins, as well as other decoratives, attract the attention of the users but these are not free to get them you have to pay UC. If you do not want to spend money on these skins then we can spell out a few ways in which you can learn to get free skins in PUBG.

How to get free skins and decoratives in PUBG Mobile

First things first download Google Opinion Rewards from the Google Play Store. This app allows the user to take a survey and in return pays you a good amount of money in the form of credits. These credits can be redeemed to purchase UC. Further, the UC can be used to purchase PUBG Mobile skins.
  • Download and install  Google Opinion Rewards on your Android device.
  • Now the newbies will not be offered a reward for taking the first few surveys. 
  • After taking a few surveys you will start earning some Google Play Balance.
  • Now open the PUBG Mobile on your device and go to the UC Purchase section.
  • After this, you are free to purchase UCs using Google play balance. This can be done by selecting Google Play Balance as your payment method.
  • Once you are done purchasing UCs then you can unlock PUBG skins of your choice.
The game developer also rolled out redeem codes which can be used to unlock skins and decoratives. Apart from that PUBG Bonus Challenges also gives the players the chance to perform their skills to earn battle coins which can be exchanged for UCs. Swagbucks is another option that allows you to perform tasks to earn rewards. Moreover, Royal Pass missions is again another method to get skins by accelerating the RP level. 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.

These popular smartphones prices have been reduced during the coronavirus lockdown in India

In order to maintain social distancing and to contain the spread of COVID-19, the Government of India has extended coronavirus lockdown in India. It has been almost two months since the country has entered the lockdown as the infected cases are on the rise and the government has again extended the lowdown to May 31. And now to recover due to the COVID-19 lockdown many smartphone brands are offering devices at their lowest price in the country.  A slew of mobile handsets have received a price cut such as the OnePlus 7T Pro, Samsung Galaxy A50s among others have become cheaper now. So today we bring to you a list of smartphones that can be purchased at a reduced price.

OnePlus 7T Pro

OnePlus 7T Pro comes with a 90Hz high refresh rate display, a 16 MP pop-up front camera with a bezel-less curved display, a 48 MP triple camera setup and a Warp Charge 30T support. It features a QHD+ Fluid Display perfect for streaming Netflix, YouTube, and Amazon Prime Video and gaming.  The company has announced the OnePlus 7T Pro Haze Blue is now available at Rs 47,999 for the 8GB of RAM with 256GB storage model. The smartphone has received a price cut of Rs 6,000. The device is now available with an up to 12 months of no-cost EMI on 7T.

Samsung Galaxy A50s

Samsung Galaxy A50s was launched last year in the month of September in India. The smartphone was introduced in the country at a starting price of Rs 22,999 for the 4GB RAM version, whereas the 6GB RAM variant at Rs 24,999. After the price revision, it can now be purchased at Rs 18,599 for the 4GB RAM variant and Rs 20,561 for the 6GB RAM option. Both the models are available in three colour options Prism Crush Violet, Prism Crush Black and Prism Crush White colours.  Samsung Galaxy A50s Review: Shines like a prism Galaxy A50s is powered by octa-core Exynos 9611 SoC. It features a 6.4-inch full-HD+  Infinity-U Super AMOLED display and packs a 4,000mAh battery. Moreover, there is a  triple rear camera set up with a 48-megapixel primary shooter and a 32-megapixel front camera.

Vivo S1

Vivo S1 price has been slashed from Rs 17,990 to Rs 16,990 for the base 4GB RAM  with 128GB storage variant. The price cut is not applicable to the other variants of the smartphone. That means the 6GB RAM with 64GB storage is still at Rs 18,990, whereas the 6GB RAM with 128GB storage option is available at Rs 19,990. Vivo S1 Design and display In a nutshell, the device runs on Funtouch OS 9 based on Android 9 Pie and is powered by  MediaTek Helio P65 (MT6768) SoC. In addition to this Vivo S1 features a 6.38-inch full-HD+  Super AMOLED display with a water drop-style notch, a triple rear camera set up with a  16-megapixel primary sensor and a 32-megapixel front-facing camera.

iQOO 3

Vivo’s sub-brand iQOO launched its gaming-centric phone iQOO 3 in late February this year. After receiving a price cut the smartphone can now be purchased at Rs 4,000 less. The 8GB of RAM with 128GB storage model now retails at Rs 34,990, the 8GB RAM with 256GB storage is now available at Rs  37,990 whereas the 5G variant that is the 2GB RAM with 256GB of storage can now be purchased at Rs 44,990. The 5G enabled smartphone comes with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset with the quad rear camera setup, a Super AMOLED display with a hole punch. Over that there is a 4440 mAh battery with 55W fast charging support that claims to charge the phone up to 50 per cent in just 15 minutes.  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.

Moto G8 Power Lite gets listed on Flipkart, launch set for May 21 in India

Recently Motorola Edge+ got listed on Flipkart teasing the launch on May 19. The company is all set to launch its first flagship device of 2020 in the Indian market. Now the company is planning to arrive with another new smartphone in the country. Two days after the launch of Edge+ the company is going to introduce Moto G8 Power Lite in India on May 21. The mobile handset has been listed on Flipkart teasing the availability. To recall the device was launched last month that includes a triple rear camera set up, a large 5,000mAh battery and a  water drop-style notch display. 

Moto G8 Power Lite expected pricing

Moto G8 Power Lite is expected to fall under the budget smartphone segment in India. The smartphone was introduced globally by Motorola at EUR 169 that translates to Rs 13,870 in India. The e-commerce website Flipkart will be the official sales partner of the device. The mobile phone will be available in two colour options  Arctic Blue and Royal Blue. The Flipkart’s listing did not reveal any details related to the Moto G8 Power Lite other than launch date.

Moto G8 Power Lite specifications

Moto G8 Power Lite runs Android 9 Pie OS. The smartphone comes with a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a water drop-style notch and 729×1600 pixels of resolution. The display features a 20:9 aspect ratio and 269ppi pixel density. The device is powered by  2.3GHz MediaTek Helio P35 processor being offered 4GB of RAM and 64GB of built-in storage. The mobile phone has a dedicated slot to house a microSD card in order to expand the internal memory up to 256GB.  On the imaging front, the Moto G8 Power Lite features a triple rear camera set up that includes a 16-megapixel primary sensor with an f/2.0 aperture and PDAF.  In addition to this, there is a secondary  2-megapixel macro lens with f/2.4 aperture and a tertiary 2-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture. To improve the photography experience the set up includes various camera modes such as HDR mode, beauty mode, dual camera blur effect, panorama among others. On the front, there is an 8-megapixel selfie camera with an f/2.0 aperture. Both the front as well as the rear camera comes with support for 30fps 1080p video recording.  Moreover, the smartphone houses a 5,000mAh battery that is supported by a 10W charging support. It is claimed to deliver up to 19 hours of video playback and 100 hours of audio playback. In terms of connectivity, Moto G8 Power Lite includes 4G LTE, Micro-USB port, 3.5mm audio jack, Bluetooth v4.2, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, GPS, A-GPS and GLONASS. The smartphone is splash-resistant and comes with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. It weighs around 200 grams and measures 164.94×75.76×9.2mm 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.

Facebook rolls out Room Messenger integration in latest WhatsApp beta for Android

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With the introduction of Facebook’s Messenger Rooms that can hold up to 50 participants in the same group call, the social-networking giant had then announced that soon it will be adding ways to create rooms from Instagram and WhatsApp too in order to build the communication bridge. And now news is rife that a latest WhatsApp beta has integrated this real-time video chatting feature. A WABetaInfo report has revealed that the WhatsApp beta app version 2.20.163 for Android showcases a new integration with Messenger Rooms. This allows users to have access to this real-time video-chatting feature that enables up to 50 people to participate in the same group call. If you too have 2.20.163 Android beta update installed, the news report added that you can check for WhatsApp’s new integration with Messenger Rooms by checking out the chat sheet if the Room icon is place alongside like Documents, Gallery, Audio, Location and Contacts. Why we didn’t mentioned about the Camera icon here, the reason is it has been replaced by Rooms in the WhatsApp beta app version 2.20.163 for Android. On Clicking on Rooms, WhatsApp will introduce Room Messenger to you and you can get started by creating Rooms. But there is a second option too as you can access Room Messenger via Call tab. You select your contacts and then continue in messenger to create Room. According to the report, the Messenger Rooms integration on WhatsApp has initially been introduced to users in the United States. However, it is believed that it will be made available in other regions soon. In a blog post earlier, Facebook had revealed that “Messenger Rooms make it easy to spend quality time with friends, loved ones and people who share your interests. Create a room right from Messenger or Facebook, and invite anyone to join your video call, even if they don’t have a Facebook account. Rooms will soon hold up to 50 people with no time limit.” “Messenger Rooms is a new way to spend time with friends and family through group video calls when you can’t be together in person. We built Rooms with privacy in mind and designed controls to let you manage your experience,” said Erin Egan, Chief Privacy Officer, Policy. Let’s check out 5 features that have been introduced to make Room Messenger secured: Locking: Rooms can be locked or unlocked once a call begins. If a room is locked, no one else can join, except a Group admin for rooms created through a Group. Removing a participant: The room creator can remove any unwanted participants. If the room creator removes someone from the call or leaves, the room will lock automatically and the room creator must unlock the call for others to join. Leaving: If at any point you feel unsafe in a room, you can leave. Just because a room is locked doesn’t mean you have to stay. Reporting: You can report a room name or submit feedback about a room if you believe it violated Facebook’s Community Standards. But since Facebook don’t watch or listen to your audio or video calls, it’s important to know that reports and feedback will not include audio or video from the room. Blocking: You can block someone on Facebook or Messenger who may be bothering you and we won’t inform them. When someone you’ve blocked is logged into Facebook or Messenger, they won’t be able to join a room you’re in and you won’t be able to join theirs. 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.

May 18 Amazon Quiz: Answer five easy question and win Rs 50,000 Amazon Pay Balance

Have you participated in the Amazon Quiz? If not then play the daily quiz as it has gone live now. The e-commerce platform brings a quiz in which millions of people are participating to win gadgets, mobile phones and even Amazon Pay balance. It can be played from 8 AM to 12 noon every day on the mobile app platform. Today you have a chance to win Rs 50,000 Amazon Pay Balance. Every day Amazon brings a fresh quiz for its customers. By participating in the quiz you can win exciting prizes such as iPhone X, iPhone Xs, Seagate HDD, GoPro Hero 8 Camera, LG Smartphones, Bose Sound Touch 20 Speakers, OnePlus 7T among others. The Amazon Quiz can be played only on the mobile app platforms as it is not available for desktop users. The quiz contains five easy questions and you have to answer all the questions correctly and you are shortlisted for a lucky draw to select a winner. The results are declared at the end of the month. Check out today’s answers for the Amazon Quiz to win Rs 50,000 Amazon Pay Balance.

May 18 Amazon Quiz Answers

Question 1: Which famous theatre personality is known for plays such as ‘Odakulu Bimba’, ‘Taledanda’ and ‘The Dreams of Tipu Sultan’? The Answer is- Girish Karnad Question 2: In a recent interview with Pommie Mbangwa, AB De Villiers compared Virat Kohli and Steve Smith to which two greats from another sport? The Answer is- Federer and Nadal Question 3: Which of these famous actors featured with Irrfan Khan in the acclaimed movie ‘The Lunchbox’? The Answer is- Nawazuddin Sidddiqui Question 4: On May 18 a day is observed to thank everyone involved in trying to find a vaccine to which virus? The Answer is- HIV Question 5: What is the name of a WWE Pay per view event that was recorded at the WWE Global Headquarters and broadcast on May 10? The Answer is- Money in The Bank 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.

Facebook acquires GIPHY as a part of Instagram team

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In order to allow users to find just the right way to express themselves, Facebook acquires GIPHY, a leader in visual expression and creation, as part of the Instagram team. In a blog post, Vishal Shah, VP Product, said, “GIPHY makes everyday conversations more entertaining, and so we plan to further integrate their GIF library into Instagram and our other apps so that people can find just the right way to express themselves.” Several Facebook and Instagram users already know and love GIPHY. Stressing that almost 50% of GIPHY’s traffic comes from the Facebook family of apps and half of that from Instagram alone, Shah added that “By bringing Instagram and GIPHY together, we can make it easier for people to find the perfect GIFs and stickers in Stories and Direct. Both our services are big supporters of the creator and artist community, and that will continue. Together, we can make it easier for anyone to create and share their work with the world.” In a blog post, Facebook stated that it has used GIPHY’s API for years, not just in Instagram, but in the Facebook app, Messenger and WhatsApp. Notifying that GIPHY will continue to operate its library (including its global content collection), Facebook revealed that it is looking forward to investing further in its technology and relationships with content and API partners. People will still be able to upload GIFs; developers and API partners will continue to have the same access to GIPHY’s APIs; and GIPHY’s creative community will still be able to create great content. Expressing excitement to announce that GIPHY has been acquired by Facebook and is joining the team at Instagram, an official blog post on GIPHY stated, “Instagram has revolutionized self-expression. More than 1 billion people use Instagram to communicate how they’re feeling and what they’re passionate about — we can’t wait to help those people become even more animated! We’ve had a lot of fun teaming up with Instagram over the years; GIPHY’s Stickers were the perfect fit for layering on Instagram Stories, while our GIF search allowed everyone to capture that perfect emotion in Instagram’s DMs. Based on the success of those collaborations (and many others) we know that there are exciting times ahead of us.” GIFs and stickers give people meaningful and creative ways to express themselves. We see the positivity in how people use GIPHY in our products today, and we know that bringing the GIPHY team’s creativity and talent together with ours will only accelerate how people use visual communication to connect with each other. 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.

Facebook introduces personalized avatars to infuse fun in online interactions

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Did you see your Facebook friends sharing avatars of themselves on the social-networking platform? In what seems to be Facebook’s strategy to take on popular Bitmoji avatars, the Mark Zuckerberg-led social media giant has now lifted curtains off its own avatar this week in the US. Asserting that so much of our interactions these days are taking place online, Fijdi Simo, head of Facebook App at Facebook, said, “It’s more important than ever to be able to express yourself personally on Facebook. Avatars enable you to share a range of emotions and expressions via a digital persona that’s uniquely representative of you, so we’re excited to bring this new form of self-expression to more people around the world.” Facebook users can try using these avatars in several different ways that includes:
  1. While post a comment
  2. While sharing Stories
  3. While using Messenger
It was revealed that Facebook would soon be introducing avatars as backgrounds in text posts. With so many emotions and expressions to choose from, avatars enables Facebook users you to react and engage more authentically with family and friends across the app. “It’s important to us that you can personalize your avatar so it represents your unique, authentic self, which is why we’re also adding in a new range of customizations, too —such as new hairstyles, complexions, and outfits,” added Simo. In order to create your avatar you can follow the simple steps:
  1. Head to the Facebook or Messenger comment composer
  2. Now click on the “smiley” button
  3. Then, select the sticker tab
  4. Choose “Create Your Avatar”!
This how you get your personalised avatar on Facebook. And if you are not able to make your avatar, wait for Facebook to roll it globally. Meanwhile, Facebook has also acquired GIPHY, a leader in visual expression and creation, as part of the Instagram team. In a blog post, Vishal Shah, VP Product, said, “GIPHY makes everyday conversations more entertaining, and so we plan to further integrate their GIF library into Instagram and our other apps so that people can find just the right way to express themselves.” Several Facebook and Instagram users already know and love GIPHY. Stressing that almost 50% of GIPHY’s traffic comes from the Facebook family of apps and half of that from Instagram alone, Shah added that “By bringing Instagram and GIPHY together, we can make it easier for people to find the perfect GIFs and stickers in Stories and Direct.” 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.

Redmi likely to launch 5G-enabled budget smartphones with MediaTek processors

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After the recent Redmi Note 9 series online launch due to coronavirus pandemic, the smartphones are up for sale across the globe except China. News is rife that the company is planning to roll out new 5G-enabled handsets with a common design; however the devices may be powered by MediaTek processors as far as specifications are concerned. According to a GizmoChina report, “These alleged smartphones with model numbers M2004J7AC and M2004J7BC are being rigorously tested on Geekbench.” Mind you! It was reported that these smartphones will run on the MediaTek MT6875 octa-core processor clocked at 2GHz. Earlier, a device with model number M2004J7AC was discovered on TENAA revealing its entire specifications. Now, we spotted that the specification listed before goes in line with the Geekbench listing. What differs is the name of the motherboard, which GizmoChina reveals to be ‘atom’ and ‘bomb’, respectively. Besides this, both smartphones chipset could be the lately announced Dimensity 800 or the upcoming Dimensity 820. It was notified that the Dimensity 800 could be an upgraded version of the Dimensity 800 SoC that was announced last year. According to the TENAA listing, the Redmi M2004J7AC smartphone, which weighs 208 grams, comes with dimensions of 164.15 x 75.75 x 8.99mm. Powered by 2.6GHz Octa-core processor, the upcoming smartphone is likely to house a 6.57-inch OLED display along with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. There seems to be a small waterdrop notch on the display for the selfie camera. The 20:9 aspect ratio supporting OLED panel is integrated with a fingerprint sensor. If we believe the rumour mills, the Redmi M2004J7AC smartphone is expected to run Android 10 OS. Moreover, it has been leaked that it will be available in 4 variants:
  1. 6GB RAM + 64GB storage capacity
  2. 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage capacity
  3. 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage capacity
  4. 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage capacity
In case a user wishes to have access to an extra storage capacity, that could be done using a microSD card slot. Now moving on to the battery front, rumour mills have churned the news that the minimum capacity of the Redmi M2004J7AC smartphone’s battery is 4,420mAh that could be available along with a 22.5W fast charger. On the camera front, the Redmi M2004J7AC is rumoured to come with 48-megapixel rear camera and 16-megapixel selfie shooter. 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 claims Galaxy S20’s secure processor protects your smartphone from malicious attacks

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In this era of penetrating digitalisation, people across the globe use their smartphones for online shopping, transferring money, paying their bills, accessing their social media accounts, etc. From password logins to block-chain keys, many of us regularly store valuable information on our smartphones. This is what makes our mobile devices a target for malicious actors. Samsung claimed that its Galaxy S20’s secure processor is the company’s solution to counter against hardware attacks. In order to breach smartphone security, malicious actors can manipulate components (physical attacks), provoke hardware errors (fault attacks), or analyse heat and electromagnetic emissions (side-channel attacks). These attacks, also known as hardware attacks, can only happen if the hacker gets hold of the device physically. According to Samsung, The component is a physical chip in the Galaxy S20 that provides an isolated space to protect confidential data in the device. Besides the continuous scrambling and encrypting of confidential data, the smartphone employs a physical shield to guard against physical attacks. Mind you! This chip can also detect invalid voltage or temperature changes and is equipped with security algorithms to thwart side-channel attacks, added Samsung. The secure processor in Samsung Galaxy S20 smartphone protects a wide range of valuable data on your smartphone, starting from the lock screen. It ensures that your lock screen PIN, pattern, or password are not susceptible to guesses by making it almost impossible for attackers to reset the error counter, which monitors the number of failed unlock attempts. Besides the lock screen data, the secure processor can also process block-chain private keys, which are similar to banking passwords for crypto-currency wallets. The physical chip fitted in Samsung Galaxy S20 smartphone even supports Strongbox Keymaster that provides hardware protection for private keys or sensitive data on third-party apps. Emphasising that it want users to enjoy our technology and innovations without a worry, Samsung asserted that this “is why Galaxy devices come with a wide range of industry-leading security solutions to protect personal data. Samsung Knox protects, isolates, and secures data from the hardware chip up, while Secure Wi-Fi provides a safe environment for internet browsing on public wireless connections. And in case of loss or theft, the Find My Mobile service enables users to remotely locate the smartphone, as well as backup and protect data stored on the device.” Samsung added that it continued to build on this solid security foundation for the Galaxy S20 smartphone. “At the heart of the enhanced system is the secure processor, which is engineered to ensure your data is protected even against advanced hardware attacks,” as per a blog post by Samsung. As a part of Samsung Knox’s multi-layered security platform, the secure processor in the Galaxy S20 smartphone will not only keep your data protected on the go but also enable safer, more convenient mobile experiences in the future. 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.

May 17 Amazon Quiz: Participate to win Samsung Galaxy Z Flip

Daily the e-commerce website Amazon brings a 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 have a chance to win Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. All you need to do is answer all the questions correctly to win exciting prizes such as gadgets and Pay Balance.  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 quiz contains 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. The results will be announced at the end of the month and today’s winner’s name will be declared on April 30. To increase your chances of winning, daily Gadget Bridge updates all the answers to the questions so that you might win something by answering all the questions correctly. Check out today’s answers for the Amazon quiz.

May 17 Amazon Quiz Answers:

Question 1: What is the name of India’s massive repatriation operation to bring back stranded Indians from different parts of the world? The Answer is- Vande Bharat Question 2: CSIR’s new paper-based test strip for COVID-19 is named after which fictional detective? The Answer is- Feluda Question 3: Arribada is a unique nesting phenomenon associated with which animal? The Answer is- Turtle Question 4: Which person born in May, became the first Asian to win the Nobel Prize? The Answer is- Rabindranath Tagore Question 5: Recently which of these birds were sighted in Navi Mumbai in large numbers? The Answer is- Flamingo

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: 7 free video-calling smartphone apps to help you stay connected

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As the communities across the globe are going through a tough time due to the COVID-19 pandemic, people are staying indoors to practice social distancing. In order to keep in touch with friends, families and colleagues, people are resorting to video-calling apps that are available for free. Here’s are a few interesting and secured apps that will help you remain connected with your loved ones during this lockdown. Check out! Google Duo It is the highest quality video calling app. It’s free, simple and works on Android phones, iPhones, tablets, computers, and smart displays, like the Google Nest Hub Max. You can keep the fun times rolling with your weekly game nights over group calling that is available for 12+ friends at a time and works on Android phones, iPhones, iPads and tablets. You can also join a group call with just a link. Moreover, Google Duo’s new family mode lets you doodle on video calls for everyone to see and surprise loved ones with fun masks and effects. Family mode also helps avoid accidental hang-ups and mutes by hiding those buttons while you play together. WhatsApp WhatsApp's Frequently Forwarded feature More than 2 billion people in over 180 countries use WhatsApp to stay in touch with friends and family, anytime and anywhere. WhatsApp is free and offers simple, secure, reliable messaging and calling, available on phones all over the world. WhatsApp started as an alternative to SMS. Our product now supports sending and receiving a variety of media: text, photos, videos, documents, and location, as well as voice calls. Its messages and calls are secured with end-to-end encryption, meaning that no third party including WhatsApp can read or listen to them. Skype Lite   Skype Lite is the new Skype built for India to meet your daily messaging and video communication needs. It is small, fast, and capable. It lets you send free text messages and make voice & video calls even under limited network conditions. Skype Lite will always help you stay connected with your friends and family. Moreover, Skype Lite is quick to download and runs fast on most popular Android devices. It is built with the latest Skype technology to perform well – even under limited network connections and help you save money with data saving features for video call. Google Meet A guide to how to use Google Meet and change the layout Available free for everyone at meet.google.com and on iOS or Android, Google Meet, the tech giant’s premium video conferencing product, is free for everyone, you can also get started by signing-in at meet.google.com if you have an existing Gmail account. In case you don’t have a free Google Account, it only takes a minute to create one using your work or personal email address of choice. In a recent blog post, Google has revealed that the “Meetings are limited to 60 minutes for the free product, though we won’t enforce this time limit until after Sept. 30. Creating a trusted meeting space is important, and being mindful when sharing meeting links in public forums can help create a safe experience for all attendees.” Mind you! Google has seen Meet’s peak daily usage grew by 30x since January. Stay connected wherever you go – start or join a 100-person meeting with crystal-clear, face-to-face video, high quality screen sharing, and instant messaging – for free! Imo It’s a free, simple and faster video calling & instant messaging app that allows you to send text or voice messages or video call with your friends and family easily and quickly, even the signal under bad network. It support real-time group video chats up to 20 members. So you can enjoy live talks with colleagues, friends and families by creating a conference room for online meeting. It is compatible with all networks be it 2G, 3G, 4G or Wi-Fi. The user can also send and receive voice messages or documents of any type(.DOC, .MP3, .ZIP, .PDF, etc.). Apple Facetime With this free video call app for all iOS users, you can communicate with anyone who has an Apple device from your Mac, iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad.  Moreover, you can start video call on one iDevice and continue it on your second Apple gadget without interruptions owing to new Continuity feature in iOS 9+. Interestingly, users can also record iPhone calls and share the compressed videos through Whatsapp. Line Now, call friends and family as often as you want, for as long as you want. Free international voice and video calls make it easy to stay connected. Currently available for iPhone, iPad, Android, Windows Phone, PC (Windows and Mac) and LINE Lite on Android. There are also exciting stickers to let know other how you’re feeling by choosing from over 10,000 stickers and emoticons. Visit the Sticker Shop to discover original stickers of your favourite characters and celebrities. Besides this, LINE lets you share photos, videos, voice messages, contacts, and location information in the moment. 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 is expected to introduce its first true wireless earbuds in July this year alongside OnePlus Z

The Chinese premium smartphone company, OnePlus, last month launched Bullets Wireless Z earphones in the market alongside OnePlus 8 Series. Now reportedly the company is planning to launch its first true wireless earbuds. The company is expected to launch its TWS earbuds in July this year alongside OnePlus Z at a special event. According to a tipster Max J OnePlus True wireless earbuds could launch in July this year. Max J is the same tipster who predicted the launch date for the most anticipated OnePlus Z and coincidentally both the devices are expected to land in the same month. He also shared a picture of the upcoming OnePlus TWS earbuds revealing the design of the earbuds that looks similar to the Apple AirPods. The earbuds appear to have a very simple design however the ear tips are more rounded than the Apple AirPods. Moreover, it seems to come with an IR sensor. According to the tipster, the image shared is an actual representation of the design of the earbuds. The earphones come with stems so that the mics are closer to your mouth and the user would be audible to the other person during a call. The OnePlus TWS earbuds are expected to come with features like noise cancellation and wireless charging. Not many specs and features have been revealed, not even the expected pricing by what name the earbuds are going to be called. However, the company has not said anything related to the upcoming product. Last year in December a tipster revealed that the company might bring its true wireless earbuds alongside the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro. The concept image of the earbuds was also shared on the web but the much-anticipated audio device could not make it to the market in preference the company launched an affordable option as Bullets Wireless Z alongside the series with a price tag of Rs 1,999 in India. The earphones are available in three colour options Black, Blue and Oat and can be purchased via e-commerce website Amazon. The OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z supports Warp Charge tech which is claimed to deliver up to  10 hours of music playback when you charge it for just 10 minutes an on a full charge it provides  20 hours of battery life. The headphones come with  Magnetic Control to pause or kickoff music by joining or separating the earbuds. 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 8 Pro smartphones users can reportedly see through surface

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If we tell you that you can see through your smartphone camera, would you believe us? Well, news is rife that OnePlus 8 Pro’s custom 5MP sensor can enable its users see through some surfaces if the right conditions are met. Discovered by XDA-Developers’ Max Weinbach and other fans, it was revealed that the Color Filter camera was spotted on OnePlus 8 Pro smartphone can process infrared light to provide in-camera effects as it can penetrate via materials without IR shielding. Mind you! You can see things only through some materials like plastic. In a tweet, Ben Zeskin uploaded a video showcasing Apple TV set-top box. Initially, the set-top box was seen as it normally looks like a black plastic box. However, one could see what is inside the set-top box after activating Photochrom mode on the OnePlus 8 Pro. To our surprise, a news report by AndroidPIT has notified that the fourth camera on the back of the OnePlus 8 Pro can somehow see through certain kinds of cloth. However, it clarified that the smartphone is unlikely to come fitted with a “nude scanner,” so you worry not. The news report further stated that standard cameras that seen in smartphones come with colour filter along with IR filter revealing only the amount of light that falls on the lens of the camera by blocking light that’s outside the visible spectrum. On the contrary, OnePlus has tried experimenting with camera that is sensitive to IR light to produce that is transparent like X-rays. In any case, it’s highly unlikely that you can see through clothes of people walking on the street. Otherwise this cool effect might have turned into a proper privacy nightmare. In April, the Chinese smartphone company had launched OnePlus 8 Pro alongside its new OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z earpods in an online event. The 5G-enabled OnePlus 8 Pro comes with a bigger 6.78-inch QHD+ Fluid AMOLED display along with up to 120Hz refresh rate. It will be offering 1440×3168 pixels of resolution, 19.8:9 aspect ratio and is protected with a layer of 3D Corning Gorilla Glass. The display has been awarded A+ rating by DisplayMate. The smartphone runs on  OxygenOS based on top of Android 10. Under the hood there is Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. On the camera front, OnePlus 8 Pro smartphone features a quad-rear camera module that comprises of a 48MP primary Sony IMX689 sensor with f/1.78 aperture and OIS and EIS support. Besides this, there comes another 8MP telephoto lens with  f/2.44 aperture, a tertiary 48MP ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture and lastly a 5MP color filter sensor with f/2.4 aperture for artistic lighting effects and filters. For selfie lovers, this device carries a 16MP Sony IMX471 sensor with f/2.45 aperture on the front panel. 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 A Quantum with quantum encryption technology launched

The South Korean smartphone company, Samsung, launched another smartphone in the market. The company has introduced the world’s 5G first smartphone with a quantum encryption technology called Samsung Galaxy A Quantum. To produce the smartphone the company collaborated with SK Telecom. The device is powered by a Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) chipset aka SKT IDQ S2Q000. The Quantum Chip has been developed by SK Telecom’s branch ID Quantique that is based out of Switzerland. With the help of the Chip, the device is capable of generating the world’s smallest unpredictable quantum random numbers and can create security keys that improve the apps and services security. Usually, random number generators that are currently being used in the devices at this time are most prone to be targeted by the attackers. Whereas the Quantum Random Number Generator comes with LED along with a CMOS sensor and the setup measures  2.5×2.5mm.  The LED emits light (photons) which is captured by the image sensor then the QRNG chip utilizes the information to evaluate quantum randomness and generates a  random number. This random number is handed over to various smartphone apps for user’s authentication as well as generating encryption keys for instance when the user uses a mobile payment app. This is said to be the safest and unhackable solution at the moment.  The price of the Samsung Galaxy A Quantum has been set at KRW 640,000 that translates to Rs 39,000. The device is now up for pre-order and is scheduled to go on sale from May 22 in South Korea. The smartphone will be available in three colour options Black, Blue, and Silver.
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Image Courtesy: SK Telecom

Samsung Galaxy A Quantum specifications

Now coming to the specifications, Samsung Galaxy A Quantum is the rebranded variant of Samsung Galaxy A71 5G that was launched recently in the US. Besides the QRNG chipset, all the specifications are the same as A71. The device is powered by Exynos 980 SoC coupled with 8GB RAM and 128GB of expandable internal storage. The smartphone features a 6.7-inch full-HD+ super AMOLED Infinity-O Display with 1,080×2,400 pixels of resolution.  In terms of optics Samsung Galaxy A Quantum features a quad rear camera set up with a  64-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.8 aperture. Furthermore, there is a secondary ultra-wide-angle 12-megapixel sensor with f/2.2 aperture,  5-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.2 aperture and a  5-megapixel sensor with f/2.4 aperture. For selfies, it sports a 32-megapixel front-facing camera with f/2.2 aperture.  The smartphone comes with an in-display fingerprint sensor and it houses a 4,500mAh battery that supports 25W ultra-fast charging. 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.

Sony gives a glimpse of Ghost of Tsushima, up for pre-order

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With the PlayStation5 launch inching-closer, Sony has given a glimpse off the upcoming PS4 exclusive gameplay for Ghost of Tsushima in its latest State of Play Stream. Available to pre-order now, Sony’s Ghost of Tsushima is set to release on July 17. In this 18-minute gameplay video, Sony showcased the Ghost of Tsushima’s open-world exploration, combat, stealth mechanics, character customization, different game modes and much more. The photo mode is rather expansive too, which is a delight given how visually pleasing the game looks. The story trailer of Ghost of Tsushima, which is developed by Sucker Punch Production, revealed, “In the late 13th century, the Mongol empire has laid waste to entire nations along their campaign to conquer the East. Tsushima Island is all that stands between mainland Japan and a massive Mongol invasion fleet led by the ruthless and cunning general, Khotun Khan. As the island burns in the wake of the first wave of the Mongol assault, samurai warrior Jin Sakai stands as one of the last surviving members of his clan. He is resolved to do whatever it takes, at any cost, to protect his people and reclaim his home. He must set aside the traditions that have shaped him as a warrior to forge a new path, the path of the Ghost, and wage an unconventional war for the freedom of Tsushima.” Therefore, you get to play as one of the only samurai to survive the Mongol invasion of the island of Tsushima in 1274. All you have to do is look around you, fight with your rivals and snatch back your island from the enemies. Let’s check-out some of the characters whom you will encounter on your journey while playing Ghost of Tsushima Jin Sakai While Jin starts the game as a samurai, he’ll learn skills and adopt tactics that are decidedly not samurai-like and begin to form his new identity, The Ghost.  “As you play, you’ll learn more about Jin, the threats he faces, the allies that help him along his journey, and what he will have to give up to become this new kind of warrior,” as revealed by an official blog post. Shimura Shimura is the jito (lord) of Tsushima. According to a blog post, “He is a samurai as well as uncle and father figure to Jin. He’s trained Jin since childhood in the traditional ways of the samurai, and grows increasingly concerned by the tactics Jin starts to adopt as he abandons his teachings and becomes The Ghost.” Khotun Khan Khan is a Mongol general and leader of the Mongol army invading Tsushima Island. “Khan is a ruthless, cunning enemy who uses everything he knows about the samurai to try to destroy them. He’s a brutal, unrelenting adversary that Jin will quickly learn not to underestimate,” the blog post added. Mind you! While placing a pre-order for Ghost of Tsushima, you can choose from:
  1. Collector’s Edition
  2. Special Edition
  3. Digital Deluxe Edition
  4. Launch Edition
  5. Standard Edition
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Goqii Vital 3.0 Smart Band with body temperature sensors launched in India

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The smart wearable manufacturer company GOQii announced the launch of its latest smart-tech-enabled fitness band in India. The company launched Goqii Vital 3.0 Smart Band that comes integrated with preventive healthcare features such as heart rate monitoring and keeps a watch on the user’s blood pressure and sleep. Apart from that in the need of the hour, the device comes with a body temperature tracking feature which will be helpful in detecting coronavirus symptoms. The company has joined hands with a  German health tech company, Thryve to offer this feature on the smart band.  Goqii Vital 3.0 Smart Band has been launched in India with a price tag of Rs 3,999. The company has put the smartwatch up for pre-booking via the company’s official website. The company says that the fitness band will soon be available on e-commerce websites  Amazon and Flipkart. According to the company, Goqii Vital 3 will be available in India in phases and without any delay, it will be provided to the frontline workers, government and private enterprises whereas some units will be available for the public. Goqii Vital 3.0 Smart Band features a waterproof coloured display. According to the company it has presented the  World’s first wearable device with sensors that can measure Body Temperature. This feature will be helpful in detecting the early symptom of COVID-19 infection which is the body temperature. Moreover, it can help you monitor blood pressure. The tracker reads your systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Whereas the Goqii smart band also comes inbuilt with 24X7 heart rate monitor that makes use of the AI-driven algorithms, for high-precision readings. Infrared technology for continuous, non-disruptive heart rate monitoring at night.  Goqii Vital 3.0 Smart Band Goqii Vital 3 comes with fitness features such as Exercise Mode that allows you to track as well as monitor your steps, heart rate and time duration of your activities. Moreover, it can also enable you to keep a tab on your exercise duration, pace, heart rate and track your route using Phone GPS. The sleep monitoring feature on the band helps you monitor as well as analyse sleeping heart rate and breathing, for sleep quality tracking at a glance. The smart band allows you to check incoming calls and preview messages without having the need to check your phone. The company says that on the purchase of the Goqii Vital 3.0 Smart Band the buyers will get 12 months of Goqii Play subscription-free, In addition to this, the users will also get three months of Goqii Health Coach subscription for free. 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 A21s with the quad rear camera set up and a 5,000mAh battery launched: Specifications details

Samsung Galaxy A21s has been news for a very long time now. In the past, we came across lots of rumours, leaks and reports related to the smartphone. Putting a stop on all the rumour mills the company has finally launched Galaxy A21s in the market. The device is currently available in the UK and will soon make its way to other markets as well. The key highlights of the mobile phone include an L-shaped quad rear camera set up, a 5,000mAh battery,  Infinity-O display and is supported by Dolby Atmos audio.  Samsung Galaxy A21s pricing and availability The South Korean company Samsung has introduced Galaxy A21s in London. It will be offered in a single 3GB of RAM and 32GB of inbuilt storage and 4GB of RAm with 64Gb of storage model. However, the company has only revealed the pricing for the base variant and it will come with a price tag of GBP 179 that translates to Rs 16,500. The smartphone is scheduled to go on its first sale on June 19 in the UK. It will be available in three colour options  Black, White, and Blue. As of now, there is no word from the company when this handset will arrive in other countries including India. But it is expected to go on sale in other parts of the world soon. Samsung Galaxy A21s specifications Samsung Galaxy A21s runs on One UI based on top of Android 10. The newly launched smartphone comes with a 6.5-inch HD+ Infinity-O Display with 720X1600 pixels of resolution and 20:9 aspect ratio. The smartphone derives its power from an octa-core processor clocked at 2.0 GHz paired with up to 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage option. There is a dedicated slot to expand the internal memory up to 512GB using a micoSD card. On the imaging front, Samsung Galaxy A21s features a quad rear camera set up that includes a 48-megapixel main camera sensor with f/2.0 aperture. The camera setup is further assisted by a secondary 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera sensor with f/2.2 aperture, a tertiary  2-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture and lastly a  2-megapixel macro lens with f/2.4 aperture. While on the front there is a 13-megapixel selfie camera with f/2.2 aperture. Moreover, the Samsung smartphone houses a 5,000mAh battery and is supported by a  15W fast charging tech. For connectivity, there is 4G, VoLTE, 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, and USB Type C port. For authentications, the device comes with a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner 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.

WhatsApp now rolling out Facebook Messenger Rooms integration for Android beta

After Facebook, the popular social media app WhatsApp is getting Facebook Messenger Rooms integration in the latest Android beta version of the app as the demand for video calling tools is rising. Other video conferencing tools such as Zoom have emerged just because of  COVID-19 pandemic while shortening the demand as well as the popularity of WhatsApp. But now the chatting app’s Parent company Facebook has taken the game seriously and is now trying hard to be back in the game.  The latest Facebook Messenger Rooms integration feature was spotted in the WhatsApp version 2.20.163 beta for Android. Currently, it is available to select beta users only and is expected to reach other beta users soon. According to a report by WABbetainfo, this feature is limited to the users in the US. Interestingly this development was spotted just after Facebook announced a group limit of up to 50 participants after the rollout of Messenger Rooms features on its platform. In its blog post, the company also promised to bring this feature to more of its products in the coming months.
WhatsApp is getting Facebook Messenger Rooms integration
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Coming back to WhatsApp the integration of Messenger Rooms shortcuts will benefit those people who are still unaware of other video conferencing tools and rely on WhatsApp only for video chats. The company recently increased the group calling limit to 8 participants to join a call at a time. The integration of this new feature will allow people to connect easily while supporting up to 50 participants. This feature is available for specific countries and users. Previously the shortcuts were under development to allow users to create a room or invite people by sending a link to join your video call even if they don’t have a Facebook account. Some of the Android beta users are now getting the 2.20.163 Android beta update on their devices and was first spotted in the US and more countries will be receiving the update. The beta users can find the feature in the chat sheet if it contains the Rooms icon, the feature is correctly enabled for your WhatsApp account. The Rooms shortcut is said to have replaced the old camera action. When the users tap the Rooms icon an introduction of the feature will be flashed on your screen. Even more, this shortcut to the calls tab has also been added allowing you to create a room.  Being a feature developed in Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp will ask if you want to open that application in order to continue the operation. 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.

May 16 Amazon Quiz: Participate to win Dyson Air Purifier

Today’s Amazon Quiz has gone live now and the e-commerce platform Amazon is giving you a chance to win Dyson Air Purifier. It can be played daily from 8 AM to 12 noon. Millions of its customers are trying their luck by participating in the daily quiz to win free gadgets as well as Amazon Pay Balance. All you need to do is log in to your Amazon app on your device and participate in today’s quiz. Every day Amazon brings a fresh questionnaire that consists of five easy questions based on general knowledge and current affairs. By submitting correct answers the contestants can win exciting prizes such as iPhone X, iPhone Xs, Seagate HDD, GoPro Hero 8 Camera, LG Smartphones,  Bose Sound Touch 20 Speakers, OnePlus 7T among others. One thing to note is that the quiz is not available for the desktop platform, you can only participate in the quiz from 8 AM to 12 noon via mobile app. After giving all the correct answers to the question you will get shortlisted for a lucky draw to select a winner. The results will be announced at the end of the month. Check out today’s answers for the Amazon Quiz to win Dyson Air Purifier.

May 16 Amazon Quiz Answers

Question 1: Chithirai Festival, which was streamed online for the first time, is an annual celebration that takes place in which Indian city? The Answer is- Madurai Question 2: Which country is set to launch the remote sensing satellite Artika-M to monitor Arctic climate and environment? The Answer is- Russia Question 3: Who is the only cricketer to have scored 50 or more One Day International centuries? The Answer is- No One Has Scored 50 Hundred Question 4: Which star features in the upcoming game ‘Cyberpunk 2077’? The Answer is- Keanu Reeves Question 5: What is the name of the Government of India portal where you can get fast track exemptions on drone authorization? The Answer is- Garud 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.

Messenger Rooms now allowing up to 50 people to join a group video call, the feature is now being rolled out globally

Recently the popular social media app Facebook introduced Messenger Rooms to allow people to connect with their family and friends during this unprecedented time of lockdown. The users can create a room right from Messenger or Facebook and invite anyone to join even if they do not have a Facebook account. At the time of the announcement the company also declared that soon it will be allowing up to 50 people to join a group video call. Now the company has started rolling out  Messenger Rooms globally for its users.  The popular video conferencing feature Messenger Rooms is now live on its platform allowing up to 50 people to join a single chat. While announcing the release the company in its blog post said, “We recently announced the introduction of Messenger Rooms and are excited to share that starting today, we are rolling out the feature globally. Messenger Rooms lets you create a room to host joinable free video calls with up to 50 people with no time limit, making it easy to spend quality time with friends, loved ones and people who share your interests. Rooms can be created right from Messenger or Facebook and give you the ability to share links to invite anyone to join, even if they don’t have a Facebook account.” The users can hit the road and share rooms on Facebook through News Feed, Groups and Events. The users can also view as well as join or remove people from their room and lock the room if they don’t want anyone else to join. First of all Facebook Messenger Rooms are free to access and there is no time boundation as of Zoom.  Make sure to download the latest version of the Facebook and Messenger mobile app from Google Play Store and Apple Store or Messenger Desktop app from the Microsoft Store or Mac App Store According to the company you can see Messenger rooms on Facebook if your friends or communities have created rooms when you’re invited to a room, you can join from your phone or computer you do not need to download anything to get started. The company said that the users globally can create a room from Messenger whereas the users in North America can create a room from Facebook. The company is also rolling ability to host up to 50 people in a room globally. In the coming months, Facebook promises to bring more features to the Messenger Rooms. 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.