Best apps to create memes on your Android and iOS smartphone

Memes are an interesting element of social media. They are full of humour as well as sarcasm. Nowadays, there are several pages and accounts on social media posting funny memes on the internet, WhatsApp et al. If you have a comical bent of mind, you can easily create wonderful memes without requiring much stuff. Here are the top 10 applications that you can use to create funny memes in just a few steps.

1) Meme Generator by ZomboDroid

Meme Generator is one of the most widely used apps to create memes. You can easily generate funny memes and share them on social media. The app provides more than 1,000 memes along with unique captions to mix and match to pour out your creativity. The interesting thing about this application is that you can manipulate hair in the pictures to create funny memes of your friends.
Meme Generator by ZomboDroid
Meme Generator by ZomboDroid
Features:
  • Breaking News memes
  • More than 60 fonts
  • Export images without watermarks
Download on Play Store Download on App Store

2) Pictophile

Pictophile is an easy-to-use meme-generator available for Android and iOS operating systems. The app offers unlimited ways to create funny memes free of cost. The unique feature of this application is that you can create GIFs of your memes to share on social media. The app allows you to edit videos to create GIF memes free of cost. You get a huge library of more than 1,000 memes captioners to use in your memes.
Pictophile
Pictophile
Features:
  • Image & GIF Stitcher
  • Border Captioner
  • Add captions and GIFs
Download on Play Store

3) Meme Creator

Meme Creator is a widely used app to create memes on your smartphone free of cost. You get a plethora of unique backgrounds that are renewed regularly. You can choose the desired background based on popularity, new, or most searched. The app offers more than 20 stylish fonts to enhance the effectiveness of your memes. Favourite memes created by you can be kept separately in a list format.
Meme Creator
Meme Creator
Features:
  • Thousands of backgrounds
  •  Comment on memes
  •  Vote on your favourite memes
Download on Play Store Download on App Store

4) Easy Meme Maker

Easy Meme maker, as the name suggests, is a free and easy-to-use application available for Android and iOS devices to generate memes. You can generate hilarious memes of your friends’ photographs and selfies. The app provides a list of popular images as templates for you to import into your memes. This increases the chances of your memes getting viral on social media.
Easy Meme Maker
Easy Meme Maker
Features:
  • Add painting to memes
  • Multiple fonts
  • Export images without watermarks
Download on Play Store Download on App Store

5) Memedroid

Memedroid is an awesome application to create funny memes and share them with your friends and family. You can explore the huge library containing pictures from categories including sport, politics, and celebrity. Memedroid is completely integrated with popular social media applications like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Thus. you can create interesting memes and instantly share them on social platforms.
Memedroid
Memedroid
Features:
  • Vibrant and active community
  • Share feature
  • Outstanding user support
Download on Play Store Download on App Store

6) GIPHY

GIPHY is one of the most preferred applications for creating GIF memes on Android and iOS devices. In a few steps, you can create wonderful memes with unique stickers and filters. GIPHY has one of the largest libraries of funny templates of animated GIFs. There are several categories to choose from including TV, movies, music and comedy. You get a feature to instantly share your created memes on a variety of social media platforms.
GIPHY
GIPHY
Features:
  • Huge library
  • Share the GIF
  • Copy to clipboard
Download on Play Store Download on App Store

7) Mematic

Mematic is a popular application for creating amazing memes on Android and iOS devices. The app offers a feature to include funny captions to your memes free of cost. You get a simplified user interface where you can easily import images from the storage to create innovative memes. The unique feature of this meme-generator app is that you can prank your friends by creating fake quotes and headlines.
Mematic
Mematic
Features:
  • Create inspirational quotes
  • Fast and easy
  • Arrange text, images and stickers
Download on Play Store Download on App Store

8) Meme Maker

Meme maker is a widely used free application to create funny memes on your smartphone. You can choose from a plethora of popular images or import them from your phone’s storage. The app offers features to include cations in your memes. You can modify the font, font size, and font style in a few clicks. Besides, the app provides an option to add a watermark to your memes with text and images.
Meme Maker
Meme Maker
Features:
  • Offers inbuilt 70 Memes
  • Easily Share your Memes
  • Easy to Use
Download on Play Store

9) Simple Meme Generator

Simple Meme Generator is an application to generate comical memes based on ordinary life. You can create innovate memes in a few simple steps and share them with your friends and family. The app comes with options to include the text of varies font style, size and colour. You can simply import images from the phone’s gallery and manipulate them to create hilarious memes.
Simple Meme Generator
Simple Meme Generator
Features:
  • Easy to use
  • Works offline
  • Light application
Download on Play Store

10) Thug Life Photo Maker

Thug life photo maker is one of the most popular applications on Android and iOS to generate high-quality memes. The app offers several stickers to overlay on your images to create funny images. The categories include sunglasses, necklace, hats, and thug life. You can modify the angle and size of the stickers to fit the faces and images of all kinds.
Thug Life Photo Maker
Thug Life Photo Maker
Features:
  • Free of cost
  • Tattoo photo editor
  • Thug life photo maker
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How to create GIFS from videos or screen recordings on your smartphone

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GIPHY is one of the most widely used application to create GIFs. When you launch the app, you’re automatically directed to the GIPHY’s gallery to browse different varieties of GIFs. However, in this article, we will discuss how you can create a GIF from the captured screen or shot videos. Download GIPHY on the Play Store

Who will need to create a GIF and why?

The Graphics Interchange Format, commonly known as GIF, is one of the most used media formats across different platforms and purposes. Static images and videos have their limitations. While creating presentations, using multiple images at different places is inconvenient. Videos are too bulky to import into a project. On the other hand, a GIF condenses a few frames in one place. Nowadays, GIFs are extensively used on social media to create memes. They don’t utilise much storage and can be easily shared. Thus, if you are a digital creator or a presentation maker, you would need to learn the art of creating GIFs. To make a GIF using the GIPHY application, follow these steps. Step 1: Getting the video
  • Tap the ‘Create’ button, located in the top-right corner of the screen. You could also tap the ‘Profile‘ tab situated in the bottom-right.
  • You can either select a video from the Gallery or capture a new video.
  • Permit the app to access your camera or Gallery.
Step 1: Getting the video
Getting the video
Step 2: Once you shot the video or captured the smartphone screen, you can go ahead with creating a GIF.
Capturing the video
Capturing the video
  • Text: Type the desired text or caption that you want to add to your GIF. You can choose from the nine available colours.
  • Effects: There are eight unique effects available including rainbow overlay, weird crystal effect, and black-and-white film grain.
  • Stickers: You can add cool stickers to your GIF. The app offers several animated stickers to choose from.
  • Trim: You can select or reject the parts of the video as per your wish. Use the markers to delete the portions that you don’t wish to add to your GIF.
Adding effects
Adding effects
Step 3: You can modify the resolution and the aspect ratio by cropping the GIF. Once you tap the Crop tool in the top-right corner, you’ll the default aspect ratios to choose from like 1:1, 3:2, 16:9, 4:5, and 9:16. Step 4: Once you choose the desired aspect ratio, tap the ‘Right Arrow’ button.
Ready to export
Ready to export
Step 5: Now you can save your GIF by tapping the ‘Save GIF’ option. The GIFs made using the GIPHY application are compatible with all the social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. You can also share the files from within the app. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date with the Gadget Bridge Android App.

OnePlus will launch its new smartphones on 23rd march: Rumour roundup

OnePlus recently made announcements regarding the launch of the OnePlus 9 series on March 23. The OnePlus Global launch event will begin at 8:30 PM IST on March 23, 2021. The event will be streamed live on the social media channels and the official YouTube page of OnePlus. Here is what do we know so far and what is churning in the rumour mill.

Which smartphones are expected to launch on March 23?

We may expect three smartphones to be released, namely, the OnePlus 9, the OnePlus 9 Pro, and the OnePlus 9E/9R. The OnePlus 9 Pro is said to be superior among them. The OnePlus 9E will be the most budget-friendly smartphone with mid-tier features. Besides the premium OnePlus 9 series, the company is expected to release its most-awaited smartwatch called the ‘OnePlus Watch’. The device is reported to come with a circular dial and features like a heart-rate sensor, activity tracker, and sleep, tracker. It might be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4100 processor and run the Wear OS along with the OnePlus’s OxygenOS.
Which smartphones are expected to launch on March 23?
Which smartphones are expected to launch on March 23? (Image Credit: OnePlus)

What features can we expect in the OnePlus 9 series?

The upcoming OnePlus smartphones will come packed with enhanced cameras as compared to the OnePlus 8 series. The OnePlus 9 will have a triple camera setup at the rear while the OnePlus 9 Pro will offer four cameras at the back powered by Hasselblad. According to OnePlus, “The two companies have already been cooperating on the revamped camera system – Hasselblad Camera for Mobile – for the new OnePlus 9 Series, set to launch globally on March 23”. OnePlus asserted that the OnePlus 9 series will come with a Sony IMX789 sensor that would be the most advanced sensor ever installed on an OnePlus smartphone. The 12-bit RAW would enable the device to capture vibrant colours. The OnePlus 9 series will take 4K videos at 120FPS and 8K videos at 30FPS video. According to OnePlus, “Now, through close R&D collaboration, OnePlus and Hasselblad will work together to deliver vastly improved camera systems on future OnePlus smartphones, including the upcoming OnePlus 9 Series,”.
OnePlus and Hasselblad will work together
OnePlus and Hasselblad will work together. (Image Credit: OnePlus)
The OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro smartphones are expected to run the powerful Snapdragon 888 processor and outstanding Fluid AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. You will get 12GB RAM, 156GB of storage, and 5G connectivity. The OnePlus 9E/9R will run the Snapdragon 690 chipset and will sport a triple rear camera setup. The display will offer a 90Hz refresh rate that would be powered by a 5,000mAh battery.

What are the expected prices of the upcoming smartphones?

The OnePlus 9 series will be composed of the most premium smartphones from the OnePlus. Considering the features and the price range of their predecessor, we can expect the OnePlus 9 series to arrive in the Indian market at a price slightly above Rs 50,000. 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.

Poco X3 Pro could launch in India on March 30: What we want from the device

The news about the launch of Poco X3 Pro was floated many times in the recent past. The new smartphone is finally expected to launch on March 30, 2021. The release of the teasers from the company further consolidates the news regarding the release. The device is reported to touch the mid-level price range. Let’s find out what we expect from this smartphone.

What features can we expect in the Poco X3 Pro? 

The Poco X3 Pro is expected to come with an FHD+ 120Hz display as we can find in its predecessor, the Poco X3. The smartphone may run a powerful Snapdragon 860 processor. It may have a 5,200mAh battery with the support of a 33W charger. You may get two storage configurations i.e. 6GB RAM + 128GB and 8GB RAM + 256GB. The device is reported to arrive in three colours, namely, Black, Blue, and Bronze. The connectivity features are still awaited. However, we can expect the smartphone to offer 5G connectivity.
Poco X3 Pro announcement
Poco X3 Pro announcement (Image Credit: Poco)

How much will the Poco X3 Pro cost? 

The company mentioned that the year 2021 as not yet witnessed a smartphone at the price and equivalent level of the Poco F1 i.e. Rs 21,000. We can expect the Poco X3 Pro to arrive in the Indian markets at around Rs 21,000. According to the company, “It’s crazy that we are in 2021 and not a single phone launched at the price of the F1 that has been able to match or beat its performance”. In the international markets, the 6GB RAM smartphone may be available at around 250 euros while the price of the 8GB RAM smartphone may hit around 300 euros.

Can the Poco X3 Pro stand out?

Owing to its features, the new Poco X3 Pro is expected to be an enhancement to the Poco F1. The Poco F1 includes features such as the Snapdragon 845 chipset and 4000 mAh battery supported by the Qualcomm Quick Charge 4+. According to the company, “only a Poco can beat a Poco.” Considering a mid-range price, the new Poco X3 Pro can turn out to be the first choice of Poco users as it has a more pore powerful processor and battery. The 120Hz display will surely offer tough competition to other brands. However, connectivity will be the deciding factor. We still expect it to be a 5G smartphone.
Can the Poco X3 Pro stand out?
Image of the available Poco X3. Can the Poco X3 Pro stand out?
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Micromax In 1 launching on 19th March: What all to expect from the smartphone

Micromax is set to launch a new smartphone called Micromax In 1 on March 19. Micromax is an Indian brand that made a comeback in 2020 with the launch of In Note 1 and In 1b smartphones. The new In 1 is expected to re-establish the company’s position in the Indian market.

What can we expect in Micromax In 1?

According to reports, the upcoming Micromax phone will come with a MediaTek Helio G95 processor. This chipset is an enhancement to the Helio G90 chipset that is installed in some of the available smartphones. Micromax co-founder, Rahul Sharma gave a glimpse of the company working on a 5G smartphone. On this basis, the new Micromax In 1 is expected to be a  5G device. However, future updates from the company will throw some more light on connectivity. As far as performance is concerned, this smartphone can emerge as a budget gaming smartphone, too. The new Micromax In 1 may consist of a triple camera setup and a 5,000 mAh battery like the one that came in In Note 1 and In 1b smartphones. The display size may lie between 6.5 and 6.7-inches. We can also expect a 4GB RAM like you get in In Note 1.
Micromax In Note 1 and In 1b
Micromax In 1b and In Note 1 (Image Credit: Micromax)

How much will the Micromax In 1 cost?

Micromax has its unique image of offering fully-featured smartphones at affordable prices. The Micromax In Note 1 and 1B were both budget-friendly 4G smartphones falling in the price range of Rs 8,000 to Rs 11,000. But we think the sweet spot for the above configuration will be under Rs 10,000.

How will Micromax In 1 help the company regain its market?

According to Rahul Sharma, the co-founder of Micromax, the company is looking forward to widening its portfolio. As a result, we can expect multiple Micromax smartphones to be launched this year including 5G devices. The new Micromax In 1 may open the dimension for the company to venture out into premium smartphones as well. At the same time, Micromax is aiming to launch other categories of gadgets including Smart TVs and ACs.

What’s the significance of Micromax In 1 for the Indian Market?

The launching of the new Micromax In 1 is seen as a significant step towards the motive of ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’. According to Micromax, the manufacturing unit doesn’t outsource the assembly of smartphones. Instead, the factories owned by the company are utilised throughout the process. According to Rahul Sharma, the co-founder of Micromax, 60%-70% of the components of the Micromax smartphones are procured locally. The company is targeting to source the remaining 30%-40% parts as well from the local markets.
Atmanirbhar Bharat
Atmanirbhar Bharat (https://aatmanirbharbharat.mygov.in/)
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Amazon.in announces ‘Apple Days’: Here are all the discounts

Amazon.in announced the ‘Amazon Apple Days’ where you can avail of exciting deals and discounts on various Apple products including the iPhone 12 series, iPad Mini, and MacBook. The company revealed in a statement that the offers will be live until March 17, 2021. Moreover, customers with HDFC bank credit cards can avail of an instant discount of ₹6,000.

1) iPhone 12 Mini

iPhone 12 Mini is known for being the lightest 5G smartphone with an outstanding edge-to-edge display. The iPhone 12 Mini has an M.R.P. of ₹69,900. But during Amazon Apple Days, you can get it for ₹67,100 with a discount of Rs 2,800. Moreover, if you have an HDFC bank credit card, you can avail of an additional discount of Rs 6,000.
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12 Mini
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2) iPhone 11 Pro

The iPhone 11 Pro is the predecessor of the latest iPhone series ie. iPhone 12 and comes with a triple camera setup. The smartphone has an M.R.P. of ₹ 1,06,600. During the Amazon Apple Days, it is available at a deal price of ₹ 81,900 with a discount of ₹ 24,700. The 256GB variant of the smartphone is available at a deal price of ₹ 85,900.
iPhone 11 Pro
iPhone 11 Pro
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3) Apple MacBook Pro

The Amazon Apple Days have brought an overwhelming deal on Macbook Pro. If you use an HDFC Debit or Credit Card, you can avail of an instant discount of ₹ 6,000 on the Apple MacBook Pro.
Apple MacBook Pro
Apple MacBook Pro
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4) iPad

iPad is another product from Apple that catches everyone’s eye due to its performance and stunning looks. Amazon Apple Days also offers attractive discounts of up to ₹9,000 on iPads. If you have an HDFC bank credit or debit card, you can get an additional discount of ₹ 3,000.
iPad
iPad
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How can you enable Google Chrome extensions in incognito window?

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When you browse through websites, your activity is not immune to monitoring. Your login history and cookies associated with the websites provide enough information about your online activity. However, today, almost all the web-browsers like Chrome, Safari, and Mozilla provide methods to privately surf through the internet. Google’s web browser Chrome provides the incognito mode for visiting websites without being monitored or tracked.

Who needs to enable Google Chrome extensions in an incognito window and why?

Although the incognito mode saves your online activity to a certain extent from being tracked, it automatically takes away the extensions of the default window. Chromes does this to eliminate all chances of tracking by the extensions. However, you can enable Google Chrome extensions in your incognito window.

How to activate extensions in incognito mode?

To activate one or more extensions in incognito mode, follow these steps. 1) Clicking on the three vertical dots on the top-right. 2) Go to the ‘Settings’ 3) On the side menu, click on ‘Extensions’ Extensions Tab You could also quickly navigate to the Extensions tab through the ‘Extensions’ icon located on the top bar right next to your profile photo. When you click the ‘Extensions’ icon, you’ll find all your installed extensions. Click the ‘Manage Extensions’ option listed below the extensions. 4) Choose the extension that you want to enable in incognito mode and click on ‘Details’ 5) In the pop-up box, locate the ‘Allow in incognito’ section. 6) Turn the toggle on. Set the toggle on. You may enable as many installed extensions in incognito mode as you like. As soon as you exit the ‘Extensions’ tab, the settings will take effect. The above steps won’t change any permissions for the extensions in the default (non-private) window. Before you enable one or more extensions in incognito mode, you must note that they may track your browsing history or other sensitive information and yield it to a third party. Thus, ensure the extension you’re permitting is trusted and has a fair record. 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.

Acer Nitro 5 with NVIDIA 3060 launched in India: 5 reasons it should be your next gaming laptop

Acer has released a new gaming laptop named Nitro 5 with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics card and a 10th Gen Intel Core processor. The laptop has been priced at Rs 89,999 and is expected to give tough competition to the gaming series of other brands including Asus Rog, HP Omen, and MSI. According to Sudhir Goel, Chief Business Officer, Acer India, “With the new Nitro 5 gaming laptop using the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics card, we are entering a new era of high-performance gaming. Our Nitro 5 gaming laptop range has been a huge success in the Indian market and provides the perfect stepping stone to competitive e-sports. The close collaboration between Acer and NVIDIA has resulted in a laptop which has the performance, design, cooling and portability which is unmatched at this price point and we are excited to bring this to the Indian market”. Here are some features of the Acer Nitro 5 that make it stand out among gaming laptops.

144Hz display

Fast-paced gaming requires a responsive display. If the display fails to render what the GPU is delivering, visual issues like ghosting and latency occur. To check these issues and enhance the gamers’ responses, the Acer Nitro 5 comes with an ultra-fast display. You get a full-HD (1080p) IPS panel with a 144Hz refresh rate and 3ms response time. This laptop will surely give you an edge over others during an online gaming match.
his laptop will surely give you an edge over others during an online gaming match
The Acer Nitro 5 will surely give you an edge over others during an online gaming match (Image Credit: Acer)

RTX 3060 GPU

Ray-tracing is a revolutionary technology in the field of gaming visuals. It is also the most GPU demanding process. The Acer Nitro 5 comes with a GeForce RTX 3060 graphics card built on the Ampere-NVIDIA’s 2nd generation RTX architecture. Now you will get outstanding visuals with enhanced Ray Tracing Cores and Tensor Cores.

Wi-Fi 6

Wi-Fi 6 is another revolutionary technology that will change the way we play multiplayer games. With minimal communication latency, WI-Fi 6 will begin a new era of multiplayer gaming in which an unimaginable number of players can join a deathmatch simultaneously. The Acer Nitro 5 is the futuristic gaming laptop that comes with WI-Fi 6.

256GB Solid State Drive

With the advancement of video games, hard drives are falling short in providing less loading time. Owing to their mechanical origin, their moving parts are not fast enough to load a heavy game. The Acer Nitro 5 offers 256GB SSD to fetch and feed a huge amount of data from the secondary storage to the RAM.
The Acer Nitro 5 offers 256GB SSD
The Acer Nitro 5 offers 256GB SSD (Image Credit: Acer)

Price

Setting up a gaming console is not at all cheap when solely an RTX graphics card costs more than a workgroup laptop. At Rs 89,999, the Acer Nitro 5 is offering you what a high-end gaming PC would offer at twice the cost. Moreover, the RGB lit keyboard with 4-zone implementation and a dedicated NitroSense key make this laptop the most-awaited gaming laptop. According to Vishal Dhupar, Managing Director, NVIDIA South Asia, “This next-gen laptop will increase energy efficiency by up to 2x, accelerate performance dramatically, and introduce third-generation Max-Q technologies for thin and lightweight designs. Along with this, the new series laptop promises to deliver stunning ray-traced gaming experiences in top game titles”.

Bonus reasons why you must own this gaming laptop

  • The Acer Nitro 5 comes with CoolBoost technology that employs dual fans for full-throttle performance.
  • The machine uses DTS: X Ultra to render a 3D spatial soundscape for immersive gameplay.
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Modern ergonomics: How to work ergonomically from home stress-free

The COVID-19 pandemic led organisations and companies all over the world to allow their employees to work from their homes. However, working from home has its bottlenecks. It’s always a challenge to achieve the same level of productivity while working from home as one would get in an office environment. Besides, several factors, ergonomics play a key role in your body-stress level and hence performance. Here are some tips that will significantly enhance your work-from-home ergonomics.

Correct Posture

Your posture is a key determinant of the amount of stress your body will bear during extended hours. You must sit up straight without forcing too much so that your spine is just straight. When you slouch forward on your dashboard, the risk of developing back issues may increase. Keep your forearms resting horizontally on your desk without bending your wrist to reach your keyboard.
Correct Posture
Correct Posture

Desk

The average office desk height is about 29-inches that may vary from person to person. Your desk should offer a neutral elbow height i.e. it should relax your shoulders and let your elbow to rest at 90-degrees. This can be achieved if your desk height is just below your neutral elbow height.

Monitor

The positioning of your monitor not only decides how much strain will be borne by your spine, neck and eyes. The recommended distance to view the screen without straining the eyes is about 550mm that may slightly vary across individuals. You may also tilt the monitor to enhance visibility and counter slouching. If you use multiple monitors, your total horizontal eyesight should fall within 30 degrees to either side.

Chair

Your chair is one of the most important ergonomic factors of your working dashboard. Even if other factors can’t be controlled you can always rectify them by adjusting your chair. Your chair should come with a height adjustment function, a tiltable backrest, and lumbar support. If your monitor is too high and can’t be lowered, you can adjust your chair. While adjusting the chair height, your thighs should be almost parallel with your feet resting flat on the footrest. Ensure that the seat pan is not compressing the rear of your thighs.
AmazonBasics Mid Back Office Chair
AmazonBasics Mid Back Office Chair
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Keyboard

Your keyboard should be placed flat on your desk with a slope of up to ± 15 degrees slope. The height of the panel should be appropriate. Keyboards having a high profile may cause your wrist to bend.

The 20-20-20 rule

When it comes to working on a device like a PC or a laptop, your eyes play an important role in ergonomics. To avoid strain on your eyes, follow the 20-20-20 rule. As per this rule, you should look at something (say wall) 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds after every 20 minutes of screen time. 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.

Everything you need to know about the latest fitness tracker by Fitbit designed for children

Fitbit has launched the third generation of its Ace series activity and sleep tracker called the Fitbit Ace 3. It is designed for kids as it comes with animated clock faces, daily physical activity targets, bedtime reminder, and a durable design. According to James Park, Fitbit CEO, “As families continue to navigate remote learning and social distancing guidelines, it is a constant challenge to keep kids moving, motivated, and happy. We’ve infused Ace 3 with experiences that bring more fun to kids’ day-to-day lives to help them, and their parents, reconnect with the joy of movement”. The features of the Fitbit Ace 3 are as follows.

Stay Active

Fitbit Ace 3 encourages physical activity in children. It comes with a pedometer with a target of recommended CDC value. The device tracks the number of skips, steps, and jumps taken. Parents can connect to their children using the family account on the Fitbit app. They can track the physical activity challenges completed by their kids. The Ace 3 restricts children from indulging in the social features of the Fitbit app.
Stay Active
Stay Active (Image Credit: Fitbit)

Animated Clock Faces

The graphics on the Ace 3 are designed keeping kids’ preferences in mind. As a result, the display offers animated clock faces and celebration animations to boost kids to complete the daily challenges. For encouragement and feedback, the device offers badges and stats. The Ace 3 comes with a 20 per cent brighter screen compared to its predecessor and has do-not-disturb and sleep modes.
Animated Clock Faces
Animated Clock Faces (Image Credit: Fitbit)

Bedtime Reminder

Not following a regular sleeping habit can deter kids’ growth and performance. The Fitbit Ace 3 helps induce healthy sleeping habit in children. It gives a bedtime reminder with a soft buzzing. Parents can track their sleep duration. The Ace sets sleep and fitness targets based on the age of the kid.
Bedtime Reminder
Bedtime Reminder (Image Credit: Fitbit)

Long-Lasting Battery

The Fitbit Ace 3 comes with a long-lasting battery. It can easily last up to 8 days. So, kids can wear it throughout their lifestyle like school, play, and entertainment. The device is made of durable material and is water-resistant up to 50m in depth. Thus, Ace 3 will always enhance the activities of children.
Long-Lasting Battery
Long-Lasting Battery (Image Credit: Fitbit)
The Fitbit Ace 3 will cost $79.95, which roughly is Rs 5850 and will be available in the global markets by March 15, 2021. The company wishes to launch (soon) two Minions-themed bands each costing around $29.95. It’s available for preorders starting today and available worldwide on March 15th in the USA. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on TwitterFacebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date with the Gadget Bridge Android App.

Samsung Unpacked event is on 17th March: Company will launch new smartphones and a smartwatch

In its official announcement, Samsung revealed to host the ‘Galaxy Awesome Unpacked’ event on March 17, 2021. The company is expected to reveal new smartphones and a smartwatch. The event is set to be streamed live on Samsung Newsroom and Samsung’s YouTube channel.

What can we expect at the event? 

There have been several rumours regarding what new products will be talked about during the ‘Galaxy Awesome Unpacked’ event. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip was launched last year. However, there has been no news from the company regarding foldable smartphones so far. As a result, we can expect that to take place in the upcoming event. We can also expect some happenings related to the new Exynos-powered Windows 10 PC from Samsung. The company can also throw some light on its mid-range smartphones including the Galaxy A series like the Galaxy A72 and A52.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Z Flip 3 and Z Fold Lite

Samsung is reported to reveal the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Z Flip 2 to extend the category of foldable. According to TM Roh, Samsung Electronics president, the company is planning to make foldable smartphones “more accessible to everyone”. The Galaxy Z Fold Lite is expected to come in the first quarter of this year. It may have a fold-out tablet design with a 7-inch internal display and a 4-inch external display. The smartphone may run a Snapdragon 865 chipset backed by 256GB storage.
Samsung Galaxy Z fold 2
The current Samsung Galaxy Z fold 2

Samsung Galaxy A72

The Samsung Galaxy A72 is expected to come with a 6.7-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 90 Hz refresh rate. It may be launched in LTE and G versions. The 64 MP primary camera is expected to be a major camera upgrade over Galaxy A71 5G launched in 2020. It may consist of a 64MP primary camera, a 12MP ultrawide, 5MP macro sensors, and an 8MP telephoto lens. You may also get a 32MP selfie camera inside the central punch-hole notch. The smartphone is reported to run the Snapdragon 720G chipset with 6GB/8GB of RAM. The Galaxy A72 may be powered by a 5,000 mAh battery with 25W fast charging. The device will operate on the Android 11 operating system and may have 128GB/256GB of secondary storage. For the above features, the Galaxy A72 may cost around $600.

Samsung Galaxy A52

The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is expected to come with a 6.5-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 90 Hz refresh rate. The smartphone may have a quad-camera setup at the rear (a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultrawide, 5MP, and 2MP ) and a 32MP selfie camera located at the centre of the screen. Featuring. It will feature a 64 MP primary camera and will run on the Android 11 operating system. The Galaxy A52 is also expected to be launched in either LTE or 5G version. The Galaxy A52 may be powered by a 4,500 mAh battery with 25W fast charging. Based on the above features, the Galaxy A52 may be launched at $200.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4

Samsung may also announce the new Galaxy Watch 4 that may run on Google’s Wear OS instead of the Samsung Tizen OS. The device is rumoured to come with a blood glucose monitoring system. According to leaks, the smartwatch may come in the second quarter of this year.
Samsung Galaxy Watch
Samsung Galaxy Watch
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PUBG Mobile 1.3 launched: Latest features and what is new?

PUBG Mobile is celebrating its 3rd anniversary. On this occasion, the publishers of the game are releasing its new update named ‘PUBG Mobile 1.3’. The game is expected to come with several new features including Clowns Tricks gameplay and the Hundred Rhythms game mode. According to a tweet by the PUBG MOBILE, “The 3rd Anniversary – Hundred Rhythms 1.3.0 Update is NOW LIVE! Use mesmerizing music abilities in Hundred Rhythms Mode to take your defences and attacks to a whole new level. Hop into the game and try it out now!” The new PUBG Mobile 1.3 update will come with the following new features.

1) Hundred Rhythms Event

PUBG Mobile 1.3 update comes with a new event named ‘Hundred Event’. This mode is set in the Erangel map where players will have a set of three unique skills based on the chosen Armband, namely, Guardian, Recon, or Camouflage. The Guardian Armband offers strong abilities to the player. The latter-two are not active skills and only give buffs to the players. The players begin with core skills that can be upgraded be achieving ‘cassettes’. According to the patch notes, “Hundred Rhythms arrived in Erangel, get the party started at the electronic music festival. The Music Armband grants three special skills. Choose a skill that suits you, upgrade the skill by collecting scattered cassettes, and dominate the battlefield with the help of your skill. Choose Erangel in the map selection screen to experience this exclusive gameplay mode”.

2) Mosin-Nagant weapon and Motor Glider vehicle

The Mosin-Nagant in the new update is a sniper rifle with 7.62mm bullets capable of eliminating an unarmored enemy from a long distance. The new Motor Gliders will allow the players to fly over the opponents. You can find the motor gliders in Erangel and Miramar. The Motor Glide vehicle utilises the fuel based on the speed at which you fly. The faster you fly, the more fuel it will consume.
PUBG Mobile version 0.14.0
The new PUBG Mobile 1.3 update will come with new features.

3) Metro Royale: Uncover mode

The Metro Royale is a new chapter added to the update where you can find new rewards and permanent finishes. This mode throws smarter enemies with equipment adjustment capabilities. However, you will not find the Metro Exodus monsters and Tikhar Rifle. Now the enemies can appear instantly on the battlegrounds that can be spotted as marks on the map.

4) Clowns’ Tricks Gameplay

This new gameplay will offer graffiti scattered on the map and a Clown Shop Vehicle in Erangel. The target will be to acquire Clown Tokens to buy combat items from the Clown Shop Vehicle. These items will tell the players regarding the Playzone, airdrop, and opponents. You can also find a Music Graffiti Wall located near the Graffiti Square at Spawn Island. 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.

How to change profile pictures of Gmail, YouTube and Google accounts

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Google provides the option to change your profile picture across all Google services through a single Google account. Your profile picture is also displayed on your Gmail and YouTube. Here are the methods to change your profile picture across three different platforms, namely, PC, Android, and iOS.

Change your Gmail / Google Account profile picture

How to change your profile picture on PC?

  1. Open the Gmail app on your PC.
  2. Click the profile picture located at the top-right corner.
  3. Click the Manage your Google Account option.
  4. Select Personal info
  5. Under the Profile section, click the current profile picture.
  6. Follow the on-screen instructions to choose a photo from your PC’s storage or take a new photo.
  7. Click Set Profile Photo.
How to change your profile picture on PC?
How to change your profile picture on PC?

How to change your profile picture on Android?

  1. On your Android device, launch the Gmail app.
  2. Tap your profile picture located at the top-right corner.
  3. Tap Change or Add Profile picture options
  4. Choose a new profile picture from the Gallery or take a new photo.
  5. Tap Save as Profile picture.

How to change your profile picture on iOS?

  1. On your iOS device, launch the Gmail app.
  2. Tap your profile picture located at the top-right corner.
  3. Tap Change or Add Profile picture options
  4. Choose a new profile picture from the Photos app or take a new photo.
  5. Tap Save as Profile picture.
How to change your profile picture on iOS?
How to change your profile picture on iOS?

Change your YouTube profile picture

How to change your profile picture in YouTube Studio on PC? 

  1. Sign in to your YouTube Studio.
  2. Select Customization from the side menu.
  3. Click Upload and choose the desired image.
  4. Click Publish.

How to use the YouTube Android app to change your profile picture?

  1. Tap the YouTube profile picture.
  2. Tap Your Channel.
  3. Tap Edit Channel and then tap the profile picture.
  4. Choose a new profile picture from the Gallery or take a new photo.
  5. Tap Save.

How to use the YouTube iOS app to change your profile picture?

  1. Tap the YouTube profile picture.
  2. Tap Your Channel.
  3. Tap Edit Channel and then tap the profile picture.
  4. Choose a new profile picture from the Photos app or take a new photo.
  5. Tap Save.
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5 ways to fix picture or videos not showing in Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams is an application that allows users to conduct online meetings, seminars, and classes. The app requires the webcam and the microphone to be enabled. However, sometimes the video fails to appear on the screen. The reasons may vary across different devices. Here are the top solutions that can cure this problem on the majority of devices.

Solution 1: Make sure Microsoft Teams has permission to use the webcam

Windows 10 requires you to offer permissions to the apps for using the system components like webcam and microphone. You can permit the Microsoft teams app for using the webcam in the following steps.
  • Go to Start > Settings > Privacy > Camera
  • Turn on the Allow apps to access your camera option.
  • The Choose apps that can use your camera option for Teams app should be on.

Solution 2: Update all of your drivers

The Microsoft Teams app might not be detecting the camera because of the old camera drivers installed in your system. To update the camera driver, follow these steps.
  • Go to Start.
  • Type Device Manager in the search bar.
  • Expand the Cameras category
  • Right-click the required camera.
  • Select the Update Driver option. Windows will automatically scan and install the latest version of the driver.
Solution 2: Update all of your drivers
Solution 2: Update all of your drivers

Solution 3: Install the latest version of Microsoft Teams

There might be compatibility issues between your camera and the Teams version installed on your system. Go to the official website (https://teams.microsoft.com/downloads) and install the latest version of the Microsoft Teams client. Usually, the Teams client automatically updates when you connect your system to the internet. However, you can do that manually by selecting the user profile picture and then clicking the Check for updates option.
Solution 3: Install the latest version of Microsoft Teams
Solution 3: Install the latest version of Microsoft Teams (Image Credit: Microsoft)

Solution 4: Disable the GPU hardware acceleration

While using the Teams app, ensure that your GPU hardware acceleration and animations are disabled. Follow these steps.
  • Select the profile picture and then click on Settings.
  • Check the Disable GPU hardware acceleration and Turn off animations.
  • Close and relaunch the Microsoft Teams.

Solution 5: Disable the background blur

Before you use the Teams app, ensure that the custom background or the background blur in Teams is turned off. Follow these steps.
  • Click on the Background effects button located on the right side of the microphone.
  • Click the first box with an icon showing a circle with a slash.

Bonus Solutions:

  • Before launching the Teams app, close all unused applications. Sometimes these applications consume the RAM preventing the video to be rendered.
  • If you’re sharing the Wi-Fi, ensure that you’ve suspended the bandwidth-heavy tasks on connected devices such as gaming, downloading, and streaming.
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Google celebrates 10 years of Chrome OS: These neat new features added

Google is celebrating the decadal anniversary of the Chrome OS. In a short span, Chromebooks have become one of the prominent devices in the field of education and business. To express gratitude, the company is releasing new features to the Chrome OS including a fresh appearance. Here are the key new features that you will find in the new update of the Chrome OS.

1) Phone Hub

The Phone Hub feature enables users to control their connected phones using their Chromebooks. As soon as you click the phone icon located near the status information, it will give you details regarding the network signal, ring mode, Hotspot, battery level, and Quick Settings. You will also see the last two tabs opened in Chrome on your smartphone. This feature will also allow you to reply to messages using your smartphone.

2) Screen Capture 

The new Screen Capture feature will enable users to record their screen without installing any third-party application. This feature will be available in the Quick Settings menu. The videos of the screen capture will be accessed from the Chrome OS Shelf.

3) Wi-Fi Sync

The Wi-Fi sync feature will save you from entering passwords individually on all devices with the same Google account. If any of your Chrome OS device is connected to a Wi-Fi network, your Chromebook will not ask for a password. By using Wi-Fi Sync, your device will automatically get connected to the network. To enable this feature, go to Settings > Connected devices.
Wi-Fi Sync
Wi-Fi Sync (Image Credit: Google)

4) Media Controls

The new media controls will enhance your productivity and listening experience. Now, you can find media controls in Quick Settings. You don’t need to open the music application to control the volume or change the track. You can control the playback right from the Quick Settings.

5) Redesigned Icons

With the new update, you will get a new appearance of the icons. The icons in the app launcher now have circular shapes with a white background. You will also get new icons for the calculator and canvas apps.

6) Enhanced Clipboard

The clipboard of the Chrome OS will now display the recent five things you copied. The Tote will show the copied items, screenshots, and recent downloads.

7) Quick Answers

Quick Answers is a new utility feature that defines the word you right-click on. It will also provide a translation of the word. If you highlight a number, it will suggest the unit conversion.
Quick Answers
Quick Answers (Image Credit: Google)

8) Nearby Share

The Nearby Share feature will enable you to share media files and applications to (and from) Chromebooks and Android devices located in the same proximity. 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.

How to block ad tracking on your iPhone

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As long as we use our smartphones, we are constantly generating data. No matter how the nominal activity we do on our devices, companies gather this data for targetted advertisements. In targetted advertisements, companies make unique profiles of individuals based on their search habits to know about their preferences. These preferences help companies build a list of products and services for which they will present advertisements. On the iPhone, you can manually change the permissions regarding ad tracking.

What Is Ad Tracking?

Ad tracking is a technique by which websites track users while surfing the internet to send relevant advertisements. When you surf the internet on your iPhone, websites use a code block known as ad trackers to learn about your search behaviours.

How to turn off personalized ads?

To disable personalised ads, follow these steps.
  1. Go to Settings > Privacy > Apple Advertising
  2. Turn off the Personalized Ads option
How to turn off personalized ads?
How to turn off personalized ads?

How to turn off location-based ads?

To disable location-based ads, follow these steps.
  1. Go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services
  2. Turn off the Location Services option.
How to turn off location-based ads?
How to turn off location-based ads?

How to enhance privacy on Safari?

On Safari browser, you can tweak the setting to make surfing more secure.
  1. To block all cookies, follow these steps.
  2. Go to Settings > Safari
  3. In the Privacy & Security section, turn on the Prevent Cross-Site Tracking option. Now, advertising companies won’t be able to track the websites you visit.
  4. Turn on the Block All Cookies option. A cookie is a collection of data generated based on the data you enter into the website. As soon as you block these cookies, no data regarding your website usage will be saved.
How to enhance privacy on Safari?
How to enhance privacy on Safari?

How to turn off background app refresh?

When you keep the Background App Refresh active, the suspended apps will be able to check for updates and new content. To disable the Background App Refresh, follow these steps.
  1. Go to Settings > General > Background App Refresh. You’ll find all the apps that can use the Background App Refresh feature.
  2. Select the Background App Refresh located at the top of the screen.
  3. Select the Off option. Now, all the toggles for the apps listed on the previous page disappear.
How to turn off background app refresh?
How to turn off background app refresh?
You may also choose which apps should use the Background App Refresh feature. Just keep the Background App Refresh feature on and manually select the apps to toggle off. 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.

The best and most-affordable food processors you can buy for you home kitchen at or under Rs 10,000

Food-processors are one of the key kitchen appliances in today’s busy lifestyle. Food-processing is the most time consuming and effort demanding step of cooking. A good food-processor efficiently does this task, thereby, saving you precious time. You can perform tasks like blending, grinding, slicing, shredding and juicing, with a switch of a knob. Here are the best and most-affordable food-processors that you can buy that will make your cooking experience a pleasurable one.

1) Inalsa Food Processor INOX 1000-Watt With Blender Jar

This processor comes with a lot of features for everyday use. It consists of a powerful 1,000Watt motor made of 100% Copper. This appliance can perform several tasks including chopping, slicing, shredding, extracting juice, and knead bread dough. It offers two varieties of juicers, namely, centrifugal, and citric juicer. You get three jars made of high-quality steel. You get vacuum enabled base legs and a cord to keep the wire protected. The attachments of the food processor can be swapped conveniently and are easy-to-clean. up after use. You get the main bowl with a capacity of 2L making it perfect for large families as well.
nalsa Food Processor INOX 1000-Watt With Blender Jar
Inalsa Food Processor INOX 1000-Watt With Blender Jar
Wattage: 1,000Watts Price: Price: ₹ 9,400 Buy on Amazon

2) Bosch Lifestyle MCM3501M 800-Watt Food Processor

This food processor from Bosch comes with an 800Watt motor, six knives and three double blades. You can adjust the motor in two-speed settings to change the speed as per your need. You get multi-level six knife blades that can blend vegetables and nuts. The smart storage feature enables you to keep safely all the attachments. This food processor can perform around 50 unique functions including chopping, grinding, slicing, whipping, and kneading. You get a variety of accessories to fulfil all our food-processing requirements including blender attachment, reversible slicing disc, plastic dough tool, universal shredder, and a mixing bowl.
Bosch Lifestyle MCM3501M 800-Watt Food Processor
Bosch Lifestyle MCM3501M 800-Watt Food Processor
Wattage: 800Watts Price: ₹10,449 Buy on Amazon

3) Philips Food Processor HL1661 700Watts with Chutney Jar

This food processor comes with an efficient 700W motor with two-speed settings to control it as per your requirement. The appliance is designed on the PowerShot Technology that offers blade shape, cutting angle, and inner bow for convenient chopping. The food processor is compact to fit well in all sizes of kitchens and requires less effort for maintenance. It offers a unique chutney jar. You get jars made of high-quality stainless steel providing strength and durability. The base stands remain stable during blending and kneading. The centrifugal juicer is ideal for both hard and soft fruits.
Philips Food Processor HL1661 700Watts with Chutney Jar
Philips Food Processor HL1661 700Watts with Chutney Jar
Wattage: 700Watts Price: ₹ 7,960 Buy on Amazon

4) Morphy Richards Icon Superb 1000-Watt Food Processor

The Morphy Richards Icon Food Processor comes with a powerful 1,000Watt motor with a three-speed setting to perform up to 16 unique functions. You get a 1L grinding jar, a 1.5L jar, a 2.4L processing jar, and a 400 mL chutney jar. The appliance is designed using Quandra flow technology enabling you to check whether the ingredients are mixed or not. The customized slicing thickness allows you to cut vegetables as per your preference. You can use the Citrus Juicer to conveniently extract juices from fruits like oranges, lemon, and sweet lime. This food processor comes with a 2-year warranty.
Morphy Richards Icon Superb 1000-Watt Food Processor
Morphy Richards Icon Superb 1000-Watt Food Processor
Wattage: 1,000 Watts Price: ₹ 8,461 Buy on Amazon

5) Bajaj FX-1000 1000-Watt Food Processor

Another food processor with a powerful 1,000watt motor comes from the house of Bajaj.  It comes with an adjustment knob for you to set the speed up to three-speed levels as per your requirement. The appliance comes with an SS blade, citrus and centrifugal juicer, and dough kneader. You can perform a variety of tasks including whipping, juicing, and dicing. You also get a 500mL chutney jar, a 2.3L liquidizing jar, and a 1L dry grind jar. This food processor comes with 14 attachments and a 2-year warranty. The individual parts are made of durable ABS material and are easy-to-clean.
Bajaj FX-1000 1000-Watt Food Processor
Bajaj FX-1000 1000-Watt Food Processor
Wattage: 1000Watts Price: ₹ 8,701 Buy on Amazon 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.

The best kids’ tablets you can buy in the year 2021

As technology is expanding its influence on more and more people, kids are no exception. Today, the growing stage of children is not only restricted to books. If used properly, technology can serve as an ideal source of entertainment and knowledge for kids. A tablet is one such gadget that offers loads of applications and games that help kids evolve their thought process and analytical skills. Here are the top tablets meant for kids that will enhance the learning curve of your kids.

1) Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Edition

The Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Edition is one of the best tablets for kids. It comes with a two-year warranty and a powerful battery that can last up to 10 hours after charging. The rubber bumper protects the tablet from scratches and drops. The case of the tablet has a rough texture so that kids can firmly hold it with their nimble hands. You get a good quality sound with a vivid 8-inch (1,280×800) display. The Amazon Fire HD 8 comes installed with the Fire operating system offering loads of content for kids. It offers 32GB of storage to install tons of apps and games meant for children. You get a 2MP camera each on the front and the rear.
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Edition
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Edition
Price: ₹13,702 Buy on Amazon

2) Lenovo Tab 4 8

The Lenovo Tab 4 8 is an ideal choice for kids offering an Android operating system. Thus, you can install dozens of Google apps and games eliminating the risks of side-loading. The tablet comes with a powerful battery do that kids can remain engaged without the need to charge the device frequently. The 1280 x 800 screen renders vivid colours for rich gaming and video viewing. You can buy the Lenovo’s Kids Pack add-on worth $20 extra offering content meant for kids, parental control features, a protective bumper case, and a blue light filter. This tablet is packed with dual Dolby Atmos stereo speakers that produces crystal clear sound.
Lenovo Tab 4 8
Lenovo Tab 4 8
Price: ₹8,990 Buy on Amazon

3) Samsung Galaxy Tab A8

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 comes with a mature design ideal for teenagers. It has the option of adding parental controls so you can still have some peace of mind. It comes with 32GB of storage to install several games and apps. The Tablet runs Android operating system. Thus, you can find endless content for kids on the Play Store. The device has a great design but does not come with a pre-attached protective bumper. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 offers an 8-inch display for comfortable viewing. The quad-core processor is ideal for running all the apps and games meant for kids. It also features an 8MP rear camera and a 2MP front camera.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8
Price: ₹ 10,267 Buy on Amazon

4) Kurio Xtreme Tablet

The Kurio Tab runs an Android operating system thus kids can access tons of apps and games on the Play Store. It comes with a durable build quality with a protective bumper to prevent damages from rubbing and drops. The tablet offers parental control features to block inappropriate content. It comes with dimensions of 20.3 x 12.7 x 1.3 cm that is suitable for kids to hold with their hand. The device comes with 16GB storage and an onboard Play Store to download content for kids. The tablet integrates with the ‘Kurio Genius’ system covering around 500 million web sites across 170 different languages. It comes packed with more than 90 Apps including games, e-books, educational apps, and video streaming apps.
Kurio Xtreme Tablet
Kurio Xtreme Tablet
Buy on Amazon

5) LeapFrog Epic

LeapFrog is a brand that manufactures a plethora of gadgets meant for kids. The LeapFrog Epic comes with and Android operating system with a customised UI with parental control features. The device comes with a durable design keeping kids in mind. The rubber bumper prevents damage from scratch and drops. It has a powerful battery that easily lasts for more than 5 hours. The 7-inch (1024 x 600) screen renders bright colours to elevate the experience of kids while playing games. It has a microSD card slot for expanding storage. The bundled stylus makes it ideal for young kids as well. The quad-core processor can easily run games and applications meant for kids.
LeapFrog Epic
LeapFrog Epic
Price: ₹4,640 Buy on Amazon 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.

Asus ROG Phone 5 to launch tomorrow: A complete rundown of its expected Tech Specs and price

The new Asus ROG Phone 5 smartphone is set to launch tomorrow i.e. March 10, 2021. The Asus Rog series is one of the trusted smartphone series in gaming. This new smartphone will extend the gaming limits even further. The Asus ROG Phone 5 smartphone is likely to launch in the Indian market at Rs. 60,350. The table below breaks down the features of this smartphone in a crisp manner.
Launch Date March 10, 2021
  Price Rs. 60,350
     
Design Dimensions 6.80 x 3.04 x 0.41 in (172.8 x 77.3 x 10.3 mm)
  Waterproof No
  Colours Black
     
Hardware OS Android 11, ROG UI
  Chipset Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 (5 nm)
  CPU Octa-core (1×2.84 GHz Kryo 680 & 3×2.42 GHz Kryo 680 & 4×1.80 GHz Kryo 680)
  GPU Adreno 660
     
Display Type AMOLED, 144Hz, HDR10+
  Size 6.78 inches
  Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~380 PPI)
  Protection Corning Gorilla Glass
     
Storage + RAM Internal 256GB 12GB RAM 512GB 12GB RAM 512GB 16GB RAM
  Card Slot No
     
Main Camera Setup Triple: 108 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 20 MP, f/2.4, (ultra-wide), 5 MP, f/2.0, (macro)
  Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
  Video 8K@30fps 4K@30/60/120fps 1080p@30/60/240fps 720p@480fps; gyro-EIS
     
Selfie Camera Setup Single
  Features Panorama, HDR
  Video 1080p@30fps
     
Battery Type 6000 mAh, Li-Po, non-removable
  Charging Fast charging 65W Power Delivery 3.0 Quick Charge 4.0+ Reverse charging 10W
     
Network Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G
  SIM Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
     
Connectivity WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
  USB USB Type-C 3.1 (side), USB Type-C 2.0 (bottom), accessory connector
  GPS Yes, with dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, GNSS
  Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
     
Sound Speakers DTS:X stereo speakers
  Output 24-bit/192kHz audio
  3.5mm jack No
     
Commons NFC Yes
  Radio No
  Sensors Fingerprint (under display), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
 
Asus ROG Phone 5
Image Credit: Asus
The new Asus Rog Phone 5 features everything that a high-end gamer demands such as a powerful octa-core Snapdragon processor, an AMOLED screen, a 12/16GB RAM, and a powerful 6000mAh battery. Moreover, the smartphone will perfectly cater to the requirements of photography enthusiasts as it comes with a camera that is capable of capturing 8K videos. Lastly, the unique ROG UI makes this smartphone stand-out from the rest. 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.

Apple’s mixed-reality headsets are expected to arrive in 2022: Everything we know so far

Apple is reportedly working on a new mixed-reality headset that might arrive in the markets by 2022. Apple wants to release a powerful headset capable of featuring 8K resolution for each eye with the implementation of technologies like augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies. According to technological experts, Apple’s new headset could bring a shift in the paradigm that is currently dominated by smartphones. According to Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple analyst, “We predict that Apple’s MR/AR product roadmap includes three phases: helmet type by 2022, glasses type by 2025, and contact lens type by 2030–2040”.

How will Apple’s Mixed Reality headset work?

The new headset will come installed with Sony’s Micro-OLED displays and enhanced optical modules to give a better experience than the existing VR devices. Although the prototypes of the product weigh between 200 and 300 grams, the company is aiming to decrease it by another 100 to 200 grams. According to Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple analyst, “We believe that Apple may highly integrate this helmet with video-related applications as one of the key selling points”. Apple’s Mixed Reality headset is reported to consist of more than a dozen cameras for tracing hand gestures. These cameras will utilise a visor placed on the headset to deliver the video of the real world. The headset might carry two UHD 8K screens along with eye-tracking technology.
How will Apple's Mixed Reality headset work?
How will Apple’s Mixed Reality headset work?

Is Apple the only player in the field of AR/VR/MR?

Apple is not the only player in the field of AR/VR glasses. Tech giants including Facebook, Amazon and Microsoft are constantly working on these innovative technologies. For instance, Facebook’s Smart Glasses are expected to be released soon with the brand name of Ray-Ban. Mesh is one such technology, which was recently announced by Microsoft that will enable people located at different locations to meet in a shared mixed reality space. According to Alex Kipman, Microsoft technical fellow, “This has been the dream for mixed reality, the idea from the very beginning. You can actually feel like you’re in the same place with someone sharing content or you can teleport from different mixed reality devices and be present with people even when you’re not physically together.”
Microsoft Mesh mixed reality platform launched: Everything you need to know
Microsoft Mesh mixed reality platform (Image Credit: Microsoft)

What else is Apple working on apart from the Mixed-Reality headset?

Apple is also working on the AR glasses that are expected to be released around 2025. Unlike the Mixed-Reality headsets, the AR glasses will be portable and present an optical see-through AR experience. The Mixed-Reality headsets offer a more comprehensive virtual experience. On the other hand, the AR Glasses will focus on providing a mobile experience coupled with VR. According to Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple analyst, “We foresee that the helmet product will provide AR and VR experiences, while glasses and contact lens types of products are more likely to focus on AR applications”.
What else is Apple working on apart from the Mixed-Reality headset?
What else is Apple working on apart from the Mixed-Reality headset? (Image Credit: Apple Inc.)
Apple is also reportedly working on contact lenses to transition from computing to invisible computing. However, not much information is available regarding this future product except that it will not arrive earlier than in 2030. Kuo just observed that Apple is working on technologies related to MR, VR, and AR. Many companies are supplying intermediate products including Micro-OLED displays by Sony and EMS by Pegatron. 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.

WhatsApp is said to be working on password-protected encrypted chat backups feature: What is it all about?

It’s reported that WhatsApp is working on a new feature to save encrypted chat backups on iCloud and Google Drive. The password-protected feature would enable WhatsApp users to secure their chat backups against unauthorised access. According to a screenshot shared by WABetaInfo, “To prevent unauthorised access to your iCloud Drive backup, you can set a password that will be used to encrypt future backups. This password will be required when you restore from the backup”.

Why is WhatsApp working on this new feature? 

WhatsApp chats are claimed to be end-to-end encrypted i.e., they remain on the devices of the users involved in the chat and not on the Facebook servers. However, privacy concerns were raised regarding the chat backup provided by the app itself. Many instances revealed that the chats backups on the Facebook servers were leaked to the law enforcement authorities and foreign players. As a result, WhatsApp is said to be planning to release a functionality so that users will be able to keep a backup of their chats on their cloud storage such as iCloud or Google Drive. The feature is expected to be released on both iOS and Android platforms.
Why is WhatsApp working on this new feature? 
Why is WhatsApp working on this new feature? (Image Credit: WABetaInfo)

How will the new feature work?

According to the screenshots shared by WABetaInfo, the task of encrypting chat backup on the cloud will require several steps. The user will require to go to the WhatsApp Settings to enable the function. In the Settings, an option will be available for users to encrypt while creating backups. The app will ask them to set a password for the chat backups. After setting a strong password, the users will be asked to need to enter the phone number once again.
How will the new feature work?
How will the new feature work? (Image Credit: WABetaInfo)

What will be the impacts of the new feature?

The new feature will bring a lot of convenience to WhatsApp users as well as a few disadvantages. The following will be the impacts of the new feature. 1) Apart from chat backups on the cloud, the local Android backups would also work so that you can use password protection to the locally saved backups on your devices. However, there is no such feature for iPhone users.
What will be the impacts of the new feature?
What will be the impacts of the new feature?
2) Since the backups will be saved on the users’ cloud storage and not on the Facebook servers, it would not be possible for WhatsApp to assist users in recovering their lost passwords. The users shall have to enter their phone numbers for password protection. 3) Encrypted chat backups on the cloud will keep the chats secure and private. As a result, there would be minimal chances of them being leaked. 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.

Which internet speed tests should you use to test your internet connection at home?

Internet speed test applications are one of the most useful software. You don’t need experts or expensive tools to measure your internet’s speed. A reliable speed test application accurately talks about download speed, upload speed, and ping. However, it should not absorb too much bandwidth through background applications and advertisements. The interface should be user-friendly giving a graphical representation of the test results. Lastly, it should be cross-platform so that you can test your internet speed on multiple devices including mobile phones. Here are the top speed tests that give accurate and fast results.

1) Ookla

Ookla has been the oldest and most-consistent speed tests available on the internet. This website provides every information regarding your network’s speed like accuracy, speed test history, servers to connect to, and an app for speed testing on your smartphone. Ookla regularly adds new features and capabilities such as a video-specific speed test to check if your network can handle 4K video streams etc. You can also run the app on Windows and smart devices like Apple TV. What some users may find irritating on the website are advertisements. These ads inevitably deviate the results of your network’s strength during the test.
Ookla
Ookla
Run the speed test on Ookla

2) Fast.com

Fast.com comes with a simplistic interface so that you get as accurate results as possible. This website quite popular among the users as it is owned by Netflix. Fast.com even tells you if your network can stream Netflix at the best resolution without buffering. Thus, this website is preferred by online streamers. However, its oversimplified user interface has a disadvantage as it lacks advanced settings to test the internet speeds. Unlike other websites, Fast.com does not tell, which server you should connect to for the test. However, it’s the first choice of users who want only necessary information related to streaming, downloading, and uploading.
Fast.com
Fast.com
Run the speed test on Fast.com

3) Speedof.me

Speedof.me is also great site to test your internet’s speed and consistency. Just like Ookla, this website gives you a graphical representation of the test to get a better idea of the consistency of your network. The website is quite user-friendly that can easily run on smartphones. You need not download the app to run a speed test. The website is compatible with almost all modern browsers. Speedof.me implements pure web browser capacities like HTML5 and JavaScript. Unlike other websites, it is designed to test the internet connection speed without requiring Flash or Java. Speedof.me uses several automatically chosen test servers located across the globe for reliability.
Speedof.me
Speedof.me
Run the speed test on Speedof.me

4) Testmy.net

Testmy.net is one of the lightest websites to run the internet speed test. This website runs solely on HTML5 and PHP without needing a third-party application like Flash. As a result, it absorbs minimum bandwidth giving one of the most accurate results. Moreover, you can run this website even on older versions of web browsers. Once you create an account, you can keep your internet speed tests for future reference and comparison. However, beginners may find this website daunting, since it’s not as attractive as other websites on the list. The website allows you to test separately for Download and Upload speeds, too.
Testmy.net
Testmy.net
Run the speed test on Testmy.net

5) Google Fiber Speedtest

Google’s free Fiber Speedtest is one of the most reliable websites to test the speed of your internet connection. This application is open to all and you don’t need to subscribe to Google’s Fiber service to run the speed test. You get the efficiency and trust of Google giving you accurate results in a matter of seconds. It gives information regarding your download speed, upload speed, and ping data. The website also tells you the server you are connected to. The ‘Learn More’ option compares your current network speed to what you would get on Google Fiber.
Google Fiber Speedtest
Google Fiber Speedtest
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WhatsApp’s new update for Android and iOS: What all is new including disappearing messages and how will it work

In future updates, WhatsApp is expected to release a new ability for ‘Disappearing Messages’. As of now, the messages from the selected chats or groups disappear only after seven days. Soon, the users will get the feature in which the messages from the selected chats will disappear after 24 hours. WhatsApp is currently carrying out the tests regarding this new feature. It’s yet to be revealed when this feature will come on Android and iOS platforms. The new feature is expected to work for media files as well.

What else can you expect in the future WhatsApp updates?

WhatsApp is planning to release a New Archive feature for Android and iOS platforms. This feature is currently under development and is expected to arrive in future updates. According to WaBetaInfo, “WhatsApp is preparing an update that brings a new experience for your Archive: when you receive a message from archived chats, they won’t be unarchived anymore. This is optional. It will be available in a future update for iOS and Android. 2.21.50.11”.

What is the current ‘Disappearing Messages’ feature in WhatsApp?

The ‘Disappearing messages’ feature allows WhatsApp users to activate an option in the settings so that new messages in the individual and group chats get automatically deleted after seven days. The ‘Disappearing Messages’ feature works for both WhatsApp chats and groups. However, only the group admins can activate the ‘Disappearing Messages’ option in group chats.
What is the current 'Disappearing Messages' feature in WhatsApp?
What is the current ‘Disappearing Messages’ feature in WhatsApp? (Image Credit: WhatsApp)

How does the current ‘Disappearing Messages’ feature work?

The ‘Disappearing Messages’ feature must be activated individually for each chat or group. Once enabled, the new messages sent to the selected chat will automatically disappear after seven days. Users getting the messages will be able to copy the text or take screenshots within seven days. Disappearing messages will also appear in user backups. The media files you receive in WhatsApp will be downloaded to your Gallery if the auto-download feature is on. To save the disappearing messages before they get deleted, you will need to copy these messages and to a separate location.

How to enable the current ‘Disappearing Messages’ feature?

To enable the ‘Disappearing Messages’ feature of WhatsApp on your Android or iOS device, follow these steps: 1) Launch WhatsApp on your Android or iOS device. 2) Tap the desired contact on which you wish to enable the feature. 3) On the contact’s information section, tap the ‘Disappearing Messages’ option located above the ‘Encryption’ option. 4) Choose ‘On’. It will switch on the disappearing messages feature for the selected chat.
WhatsApp 'Disappearing Messages' feature
WhatsApp ‘Disappearing Messages’ feature

How to disable the current ‘Disappearing Messages’ feature?

Follow these steps: 1) Launch WhatsApp on your Android or iOS device 2) Tap the contact on which you wish to disable the feature. 3) Tap the ‘Disappearing Messages’ option. 4) Choose ‘Off’. As soon as you disable the feature, messages from the selected chat will not disappear.

Is the current ‘Disappearing Messages’ feature on WhatsApp the same as that on other apps?

Apps like Snapchat, Telegram, and Signal also have similar features. Facebook Messenger comes with a vanish mode. However, the ‘Disappearing Messages’ feature on WhatsApp is not the same as what you get on other apps like Telegram. On Telegram, you can choose the duration before you want the messages sent to a particular chat to disappear. However, on WhatsApp, the messages sent to the desired chat will disappear only after seven days. On Snapchat, the Snaps automatically disappear once they have been opened. The unopened Snaps sent to a group chat automatically disappear in 24 hours.
Is the current 'Disappearing Messages' feature on WhatsApp the same as that on other apps?
Is the current ‘Disappearing Messages’ feature on WhatsApp the same as that on other apps? (Image Credit: WhatsApp)
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5 best ways to secure your Windows PC in 2021

We use our Windows PCs every day for work and business, and we often do not think about the risks involved. Cybercrime has grown from where it was a decade ago. New risks have come up, but generally, the same risks have evolved and become more sophisticated. Some of the risks for PC users include:

●     Malware

Malware means malicious software that is specially designed to cause damage to servers, networks, and computers. The different variations of malware range from worms, Trojans, viruses, and others.

   Phishing

Phishing is among the most common risks and is created by malicious actors who try to solicit sensitive or private information. A phishing scam may come as an email that seems to originate from a trusted source such as a friend, colleague, or bank. The email consists of an attachment or link. When you download or click on the link, you are redirected to a bogus website that prompts you to enter your details such as name, passwords, etc.

●     Ransomware

Ransomware is software that encrypts your computer or data and makes it inaccessible. The hackers demand a ransom in exchange for the decryption key.

●     Man-in-the-Middle Attacks

Man-in-the-Middle attacks (MITM) attacks happen when hackers intercept two-party communication. Each person thinks they are talking to the other while, in essence, both are communicating with the hacker. This attack normally happens if your network is unsecured or has weak passwords.

How to Protect your Windows PC

You can protect your Windows PC from malicious software and hackers.

1.    Enable all automatic updates

Most operating systems come with automatic updates that seal any security patches. You do not have to click any buttons or download new apps or files. The software automatically updates in the background.

2.    Install a VPN

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is an installed software that allows your PC to log safely into the internet. A PC VPN will hide your IP address, meaning no one can tell your physical location. The VPN also encrypts your data, and hackers cannot read it or intercept it in transit. Most VPNs use the 256-bit encryption standard that is impossible to crack and protects your PC from Man-in-the-Middle attacks.

3.    Activate firewalls and install antivirus software

Windows PCs come with inbuilt firewalls. Activate them to keep malware at bay. Install antivirus software to keep viruses from attacking your PC.

4.    Avoid Links and Downloads

Avoid downloading any attachments or clicking on links. If you are in doubt, hover on the link. If it is an HTTP and not an HTTPS, delete the email, that is a scam. If you think it could be legit such as an email from a bank, go to your browser and visit the bank website directly.

5.    Use Strong Passwords

Most people use weak and obvious passwords that hackers can easily crack. Do not use passwords like birthdays, pets, or children’s names. Use alphanumeric passwords combined with special symbols to make it harder for anyone to guess.

Conclusion

Windows PCs are at risk of hacking and other forms of cyber threats. Keeping your PC safe will protect your data from theft and encryption by hackers. Being careful about links and downloads helps a great deal in securing your Windows PC. 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.

Microsoft is testing Edge Browser on Xbox consoles: Everything you need to know

Microsoft recently began experimenting with its Chromium-based browser named Edge on the Xbox One and the new Xbox Series X/S consoles. It’s believed that Xbox testers can get access to the new Microsoft Edge browser on Xbox One or Xbox Series S/X consoles.

According to a report by The Verge, “the test build of the Chromium-based Microsoft Edge browser is now available for Xbox testers in the Alpha Skip-Ahead group. The new browser currently works best with the Xbox controller, while complete mouse and keyboard support are expected to come sometime in the future.”

What can you expect from Edge browser on Xbox consoles? 

The test version of the Edge running on the Xbox seems to support several features from the desktop version like extensions and vertical tabs. However, the current version supports navigation via Xbox controller but has some bugs that need to be removed. We can expect the basic features of the new Microsoft Edge to be available for the users including support for extensions, collections, and some desktop features.

According to the report, “Currently, the test is limited to Xbox testers in the Alpha Skip-Ahead group but hopefully, it won’t take Microsoft too long to release it to the public”.

What can you expect from Edge browser on Xbox consoles? 
What can you expect from Edge browser on Xbox consoles?

What will be the benefit of Edge browser on Xbox consoles?

The Edge browser testing on Xbox consoles will expand the browsing features that we can perform on gaming consoles like Xbox One and Xbox Series S/X. The Edge browser on Xbox will extend the capabilities for those users who wish to access websites on their consoles. With enhanced compatibility support of Chromium, users will get access to Google’s Stadia streaming service too.

With the integration of the Edge browser, users will be able to play browser-based games including Flappy Bird, Dinosaur game, Agar.io on their consoles. Edge on Xbox consoles will enhance the compatibility with browser-based services including Skype and Discord through the web.

Xbox head Phil Spencer reveals details of Xbox Series X
What will be the benefit of Edge browser on Xbox consoles?

When can you expect the MS Edge browser to arrive on Xbox consoles?

Microsoft has decided to put an end to the legacy version of the Edge browser by March 9, 2021. As a result, the new Microsoft Edge internet browser for Xbox will be released with the end-of-support for the legacy version of the desktop application. One of Microsoft’s beta testing groups, Xbox’s Alpha Skip-Ahead group, has got the preview builds of future system updates that may reach the end-user soon. So chances are in the coming few weeks all Xbox series X and S consoles will get the update.

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