The smartphone was launched in China last year, but is making its way to our shores with several changes. It is expected to be priced between Rs 30,000 and Rs 35,000
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Chinese smartphone manufacturer iQOO will launch the Neo 6 smartphone in India today on May 31. The new mid-range phone will be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 870 SoC, that can be paired with up to 12GB of RAM.
The phone is a rebrand of iQOO Neo 6 SE 5G, that was released in China last year, but the company has made several changes before they ship it to our shores. The phone is expected to be priced between Rs 30,000 and Rs 35,000.
The event is scheduled to start at 12 noon, and will be hosted on the company's official YouTube channel here, or you can click on the video below.
iQOO Neo 6 Specifications
The iQOO Neo 6 SE is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 870 SoC paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It also uses a liquid cooling system to offer optimal performance. The handset runs OriginOS Ocean based on Android 12.
The iQOO Neo 6 SE sports a 6.62-inch FHD+ E4 AMOLED display with 1300 nits of peak brightness. The screen has a 120Hz refresh rate and supports HDR10+. The phone packs a 4,700 mAh battery and comes with 80W fast-charging support.
For optics, the handset boasts a triple-camera setup with a 64 MP primary sensor that supports OIS. The main camera is paired with an 8 MP ultrawide lens and a 2 MP macro unit. On the front, the phone’s hole punch cut-out houses a 16 MP selfie shooter. The iQOO Neo 6 SE also features an X-axis linear vibration motor and an in-display fingerprint reader.
Jio has launched its Game Controller in India this week. The wireless gaming controller supports Bluetooth, offers low latency for a quality gaming experience, and promises long battery life that is rechargeable. It has been designed to work with multiple devices, including the Jio set-top-box and has triggers to let you control different gameplay actions.
Jio Game Controller India Price
Jio Game Controller is priced at Rs 3,499 for buyers in India and you can buy the device from the Jio website today. It comes in a single matte black colour option. Jio promises delivery of the product within 3 to 5 business days.
Jio Game Controller looks like any other gaming controller you get in the market. It features a sleek design along with matte finish that gives it a rugged touch. The device weighs 200 grams making it a lightweight controller for long-hour usage.
The controller has a 20-button control layout that consists of action buttons, TV key, Jio Button, a shoulder key, directional buttons and more. All these controls enable you to get the best gaming experience on tablets or even the big screen. It also comes with haptic control support that makes it easier to navigate across different gaming titles.
Jio Game Controller has a 20-button layout
Jio Game Controller offers wireless connectivity via Bluetooth 4.1 version that works in a range of up to 10 meters. The controller has a built-in battery that gives you a life of up to 8 hours and is rechargeable after the juice runs out. You can charge the controller using the built-in microUSB port. Jio says you can use the controller with Android tablets, Android TVs and the Jio set-top-box.
Oppo Reno 8 Pro launch in India is expected in the coming month with Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 and 50MP camera. How much does this Pro version cost you? Check details here.
Oppo Reno 8 series just made its debut last week! Firstly, the Reno 8 series hit the Chinese market with three major devices: Reno 8, Reno 8 Pro, and Reno 8 Pro+. And as soon as it made its global appearance, the expected launch date in India was revealed much to the surprise of everyone. Recently, Tipster Mukul Sharma tweeted a screenshot which looked like the listing of upcoming phones on the BIS website and one of those is none other than the Oppo Reno 8 Pro. Likewise, its predecessor, Oppo Reno 7 series, which launched in early 2022 with Reno 7 and Reno 7 Pro, Oppo is also tipped to bring only two smartphones - Reno 8 and Reno 8 Pro. Well, one of the highlighted ones among these is the Pro model of the latest lineup which packs the latest mid-range processor Snapdragon 7 Gen 1. Let’s have a look at Oppo Reno 8 Pro ahead of its launch in India.
Oppo Reno 8 Pro specs, features
A tipster Yogesh Brar has confirmed to 91Mobiles that the company seems to be gearing up for the launch of Oppo Reno 8 and Reno 8 Pro smartphones in India. The Oppo phones are tipped to launch in late June or early July. As the Oppo Reno 8 series has already arrived in China, we know a lot about these smartphones.
Looking at the Pro model of the series, the Reno 8 pro is powered by the latest Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC that runs on ColorOS 12.1 based on Android 12. It features a 6.62-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. One of the major upgrades that the Oppo Reno 8 Pro has seen from its previous version is the support of 80W Super Flash Charge fast charging for a 4,500mAh battery.
Well, the good news for photography enthusiasts is that it boasts the same camera specs as the Oppo Reno 8 Pro+. You will get a triple rear camera setup that includes a 50MP main camera along with an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP microsensor. This is also equipped with Mariana MariSilicon X chip for still imaging and better videos. In front, it features a 32MP selfie camera.
Oppo Reno 8 Pro expected price in India
The Reno 8 Pro was launched in three memory variants in China. Starting with the base 8GB + 128GB model, it is priced at CNY 2999 (around Rs. 35,000), while the 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB models are priced at CNY 3199 (approx Rs. 37,300) and CNY 3499 (roughly ₹40,800) respectively. Though, the official price of the Reno 8 Pro in India will get confirmed only at the time of launch itself.
iQOO Neo 6 is set to debut tomorrow, i.e., May 31st. The device is tipped to be priced at around Rs 30,000. Tipster Mukul Sharma has revealed the launch offers for the upcoming iQOO Neo 6 5G.
While the Chinese variant of the iQOO Neo 6 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, the Indian version of the iQOO Neo 6 packs a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset and comes with 80W fast charging support. The rest of the specifications of the iQOO Neo 6 have been leaked in the past. Previously, the Amazon teaser revealed the colour options and launch date of the iQOO Neo 6. The Neo 6 has a 120Hz display and a triple camera setup on the back. Let’s take a look at what the iQOO Neo 6 has in store for us.
iQOO Neo 6 price in India, launch offers
[Exclusive] I just got a sneak peek of the launch offers for the upcoming iQOO Neo 6 5G. Considering the leaks and these offers, the effective price can come down to Rs 26,000. At this price, it is surely going to be a super awesome device đ„
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iQOO Neo 6 will launch in India on May 31st, and it will retail around Rs 30,000. According to offers shared by tipster Mukul Sharma, the phone will be available at a Rs 3,000 discounted price via ICIC bank card. Further, interested buyers will also get a Rs 1,000 Amazon coupon, bringing down the price up to Rs 26,000. The Neo 6 comes in Blue and Rainbow gradient colour options.
iQOO Neo 6 specifications
Leaked iQOO Neo 6 specifications suggest a 6.62-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate support. An octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor runs the show, and a 4,700mAh battery that supports 80W fast charging keeps the lights on. It packs up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage.
iQOO Neo 6 is a triple camera device that features a 64MP primary camera, a 12MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP B&W sensor. It has a 16MP selfie snapper at the front. The Neo 6 will boot Android 12 OS out of the box.
Apple is offering a good value for your old iPhone or Android smartphone currently. The iPhone maker is giving extra trade-in credit to new iPhone buyers till May 31, where buyers will be able to purchase a new iPhone for a lesser amount.
With the current offer, users can exchange any phone, be it an iPhone or an Android and get an exchange value ranging from Rs 5,200 to Rs 49,700 in the country. The exchange offer is currently available only on Apple’s official online store and users need to check for availability in their region. Apple is also taking Android phones in this trade-in offer, but as always, iPhones will get more for exchanging their iPhones.
Apple offers pickup and delivery facilities in all major metro cities and several other pin codes. Apple offers free pickup and delivery. To avail the exchange offer, users need to select their phone’s brand and model name, then enter the IMEI number. Once these details are added, the exchange value is automatically displayed on screen. After the exchange offer is place, the customer executive will come and pick up the phone from the provided location. The pickup of the old smartphone and delivery of the new will happen at the same time.
The Apple customer executive who will arrive at the location will check the physical condition of the smartphone and verify if the condition of the smartphone is the same as you have claimed. If not, the executive may cut the exchange value.
Apple trade-in accepts all iPhones, old or new. It is important to note that the maximum Rs 49,700 will only be given if you exchange an iPhone 12 Pro Max. For Android, Apple trades in smartphones from all major brands like Xiaomi, Samsung, OnePlus, and more.
Telegram users can now have animated backgrounds in the chat. Here is all you need to know.
Like every regular application, Telegram also keeps on adding new updates and bringing exciting features to the app in order to make it more fun for the users. As per the recent information, Telegram users can now keep animated backgrounds for chats. Other than this Telegram has also added message sending animations, a new menu button for bots, new ways to import stickers, reminders to help keep your account safe, and more. Here is all you need to know.
Animated Backgrounds
As per the information provided by Telegram, Animated Backgrounds are the multi-color gradient wallpapers, generated algorithmically and move beautifully every time you send a message. These animations have been added to all default themes. If you want more animation backgrounds, you can find it in Settings. Also Read:Reply to WhatsApp messages despite iPhone screen lock mode being on; know this awesome trick
Android users can open Telegram and go to Chat Settings then Change Chat Background. While the iOS users can find it in Appearance > Chat Background.
Creating and Sharing Backgrounds
In case the default options are not enough, it is very easy to create your own animated backgrounds. All you need to do is choose three or four colors to unlock the animation, then add an optional pattern for extra style. When ready, share your animated wallpapers with friends and family.
For the iOS users Telegram has also come up with the semi-transparency and new App icons. On iOS, backgrounds will be partially visible through the header and the footer in chats, giving the interface a new look. Two new gradient app icons are available in Settings > Appearance in addition to the blue and black versions.
Telegram users can now have animated backgrounds in the chat. Here is all you need to know.
Like every regular application, Telegram also keeps on adding new updates and bringing exciting features to the app in order to make it more fun for the users. As per the recent information, Telegram users can now keep animated backgrounds for chats. Other than this Telegram has also added message sending animations, a new menu button for bots, new ways to import stickers, reminders to help keep your account safe, and more. Here is all you need to know.
Animated Backgrounds
As per the information provided by Telegram, Animated Backgrounds are the multi-color gradient wallpapers, generated algorithmically and move beautifully every time you send a message. These animations have been added to all default themes. If you want more animation backgrounds, you can find it in Settings. Also Read:Reply to WhatsApp messages despite iPhone screen lock mode being on; know this awesome trick
Android users can open Telegram and go to Chat Settings then Change Chat Background. While the iOS users can find it in Appearance > Chat Background.
Creating and Sharing Backgrounds
In case the default options are not enough, it is very easy to create your own animated backgrounds. All you need to do is choose three or four colors to unlock the animation, then add an optional pattern for extra style. When ready, share your animated wallpapers with friends and family.
For the iOS users Telegram has also come up with the semi-transparency and new App icons. On iOS, backgrounds will be partially visible through the header and the footer in chats, giving the interface a new look. Two new gradient app icons are available in Settings > Appearance in addition to the blue and black versions.
Does Google Maps show your location accurately? If not, here is how to fix your Google Maps location accurately.
Google Maps is not only used to look for directions to places you want to visit but also can be used to share your location with people who want to reach you. Your location is also important as the direction to the place you want to go will be shown by the Maps starting from your location. If you use Google Maps, you must be aware that your location is shown with a blue dot on the map. When Google Maps is not sure about your location, there will be a light blue circle around the blue dot. You might be anywhere within the light blue circle. The smaller the circle, the more certain the app is about your location. So, if you want to change it, here is how to fix your Google Maps location accurately.
It can also be known that if the blue dot is not visible or is gray, Maps cannot find your current location and shows the last location you visited. If there is something between you and cell towers, like a parking garage or tall buildings, your blue dot might not be accurate. Also there are instances when Google Maps may have trouble finding your location. If the GPS location of your blue dot on the map is inaccurate or missing, you can take steps to help fix the problem. Also Read:Know how to schedule Google Maps trips and other helpful features
These steps will also improve your search results and make them more relevant to you. Here is how you can find your current location on the map.
Google Maps: How to find your current location
1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Maps app.
2. The blue dot on the map will show your location. If there is no blue dot, at the bottom right, tap Your location My location.
How Maps finds your current location: Maps estimates where you are from sources like:
1. GPS: Maps use satellites to know your location up to around 20 meters. When you are inside buildings or underground, the GPS is sometimes inaccurate.
2. Wi-Fi: The location of nearby Wi-Fi networks helps Maps know where you are.
3. Cell tower: Your connection to mobile data can be accurate up to a few thousand meters.
In order to help Google Maps find your location with the most accurate blue dot, use high accuracy mode. Here is how:
Google Maps: How to turn on high accuracy mode
1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Settings app.
The Infinix Note 12 VIP is the latest arrival here at the office and it's one of the best-equipped. We're not talking about specs, although they're nothing to sneeze at either - no, we're talking about the retail experience.
The Infinix Note 12 VIP comes jam-packed with accessories. You get a gift card to Infinix's store, a bunch of stickers, a SIM tool, a complimentary case, a screen protector (as well as one pre-applied on the phone), earbuds, a USB cable, and a 120W charger.
The charger itself is the smallest 120W brick we've seen. It's rated for 5.0V at 3.0A or 4.0-20V at 6.0A. Just 10 minutes on this charger can replenish enough juice for 6 hours of gaming or 5 hours of YouTube streaming, the company claims. And the Note 12 VIP needs only 17 minutes to reach a full charge.
Infinix assures us there are 103 protection features to prevent quick battery degradation of the 4,500mAh battery. There are also 18 temperature sensors inside the phone. The maker claims the battery would retain 85% of its capacity after 800 charge cycles.
As for the phone itself, we have the Cayenne grey model. It's a mix between slate grey and sky blue and is one we haven't really seen on any phone so far.
Infinix Note 12 VIP
The Infinix Note 12 VIP has a clean design and a minimal feel in the hand. The screen edges have a slight, 2.5D curve to them, but other than that, the Inifinix Note 12 VIP is flat throughout. Flat sides, a flat rear panel and a square camera island.
That camera island packs three cameras in total, and two of note - the main shooter has a 108MP 1/1.67" sensor and an f/1.8 lens. It delivers 12MP shots after 9-to-1 pixel binning. The other noteworthy camera is the 13MP f/2.2 ultrawide. The third one is merely a 2MP depth-sensing unit.
On the opposite side is a 16MP selfie camera.
Infinix Note 12 VIP
We'll close with a word on the display. It's lovely and it's by far the best we've seen on an Infinix phone. Specs-wise, it's a 6.7-inch 1080x2400px 10-bit panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 360Hz maximum touch sampling rate. The screen is very punchy and contrasty and gets nicely bright. It's a lovely thing to look at, and the preloaded wallpapers from Infinix do it justice.
Stay tuned for a more in-depth look at the Infinix Note 12 VIP coming later on.
Do you know, your WhatsApp has an in-built feature to convert your photo into WhatsApp sticker. Yes, you can do it with these WhatsApp tips! Know the steps.
WhatsApp is a dynamic app which keeps on adding new features to make the chatting and social networking experience more smooth and fun. This is apart from the Meta-owned instant messaging app already having a huge number of features that users can access. It just doesn't include the GIFs and doodles to share but also image stickers and animated stickers. In fact, WhatsApp allowed users to create stickers from their own photos. That means the photos clicked by using your phone or any other saved photo in your gallery can be converted into a sticker which you can share with your contacts, just like any other sticker. Here we will show you how to convert your photo into WhatsApp sticker. Also read: WhatsApp disappearing messages feature set to CHANGE for you soon!
Converting your own photo into a sticker can make WhatsApp chats more personalised. But here you need to note that converting your photo into a sticker can only be done with the use of WhatsApp web, as this feature is not available on WhatsApp mobile app. There are a number of third-party apps to help you in this, but WhatsApp’s own feature makes the task easier and safer. Here’s a step-by-step guide for you to convert your photo into a WhatsApp sticker. Also read: Meta gives WhatsApp Business a BOOST; Mark Zuckerberg shares details
A horrifying new WhatsApp scam can steal access to your account with just a phone call! Know how to avoid this threat.
Whether it is email, SMS, bank account logins, or social media, cybercrime is expanding its reach into each and every facet of our daily lives. And guess what, now the most used messaging application, WhatsApp has become the platform for cyber fraud in a new way. WhatsApp scams are happening way too frequently these days with hackers adopting new tactics to dupe innocent users to take control of their data, especially dealing with bank accounts. Now, another way has been found by hackers that is even more insidious. This WhatsApp scam allows hackers to take control of your account with just a phone call! And that’s it! Just a phone call and your WhatsApp account access will be in the hands of cybercriminals.
The new WhatsApp scam was highlighted by Rahul Sasi, the founder and CEO of CloudSEk, which is a contextual AI startup that alerts about the potential cyber dangers or scams. According to the cyber expert, victims get a call from hackers who instruct them to dial numbers beginning with '67' or '405'. Those who obey and do so find that they are logged out of their account and, what is more, hackers will have complete control of their WhatsApp accounts. Also Read: Zoom ALERT! iPhone, Android or Windows users are at HIGH risk; Do this now
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According to CloudSEK's founder, the number dialled by victims is a service request for Airtel's 'call forwarding' for when your phone line is busy or engaged. They can then redirect the victims' calls to a phone number that belongs to them. In the meantime, the attackers start the WhatsApp signup process by choosing "the option to send OTP through phone call." He said that the OTP will now be sent to the attacker's phone. Through this technique, the attacker is able to gain access to the victims' accounts. Also Read: Have Apple iPhone? Beware! Hackers targetting you with vicious money-stealing FluBot malware
According to the security researcher, the same method can also be used to get into anyone's WhatsApp account. "This method works globally because every country and service provider has an identical service request number," Rahul Sasi mentioned.
How to avoid being the victim of this WhatsApp scam?
Scammers will try to contact you out of the blue. The simple trick is to avoid taking calls from unknown numbers or to make calls to unknown numbers.
Don't fall for the trap! If the hackers ask you to dial any number or try to get any personal or financial details, then never share that.
If you get to know about a scam or hacker, then report them. You can directly report on WhatsApp also, while going to Settings - Help and then Contact Us. There, explain your problem and report about the scam.
Google Street View has unveiled a new camera that can fit on any car. The company is currently piloting the new camera and it will fully roll out next year. Here is all you need to know.
Google Street View is celebrating its 15th anniversary and in order to make the occasion special, Google on May 24, 2022 unveiled the new Google Street View camera. The camera will give you more ways to explore historical imagery, and take a closer look at how Street View is powering the future of Google Maps. Informing about the same in a blog post, Google said, "Street View doesn't just help you virtually explore, it’s also critical to our mapping efforts — letting you see the most up-to-date information about the world, while laying the foundation for a more immersive, intuitive map. While that’s all worth celebrating, we aren’t stopping there. Today, we’re unveiling Street View’s newest camera, giving you more ways to explore historical imagery, and taking a closer look at how Street View is powering the future of Google Maps."
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About Google Street View camera
In addition to Google Street View car and trekker, the company is piloting a new camera that will fully roll out next year to help it collect high-quality images in more places. "This new camera takes all the power, resolution and processing capabilities that we’ve built into an entire Street View car, and shrinks it down into an ultra-transportable camera system that’s roughly the size of a house cat. But unlike house cats, it’s ready to be taken to remote islands, up to the tops of mountains or on a stroll through your local town square," the blog post read. Also Read:Realme Pad X tablet could launch in India soon, check out its specifications
Here’s a quick look at Street View's new camera system:
1. It weighs less than 15 pounds. This means it can be shipped anywhere.
2. It’s customizable. "Previously, we needed to create an entirely new camera system whenever we wanted to collect different types of imagery. But now, we can add on to this modular camera with components like lidar — laser scanners — to collect imagery with even more helpful details, like lane markings or potholes. We can add these features when we need them, and remove them when we don’t," Google said.
3. It can fit on any car. The new camera can be attached to any vehicle with a roof rack and operated right from a mobile device — no need for a specialized car or complex processing equipment. "You’ll start seeing our new camera in fun Google colors alongside our iconic Street View cars and trekkers next year," Google said.
You can take your iPhone calls on your iPad and MacBook devices. There is an easy process to do it, here is how.
One of the nicest things with an iPhone is that you get to enjoy Apple’s superbly connected ecosystem. Hence, if you use an iPad, Mac and Apple Watch, you have a well-connected ecosystem of devices that talk to each other fluently. No other company has been able to match it as seamlessly as Apple, and hence, it is always good to know all the things you can do with an iPhone and other Apple devices. One of those things is to take calls from your iPhone on any of your Apple devices, just like magic.
The feature is called Continuity and it embodies of a lot of features that allows you do a particular function on your iPhone and carry it to your iPad or Mac. Taking calls is also one of the features to do so. Simply put, if you get a call on your iPhone, you can receive it via your iPad or Mac device. You can even receive that call on another iPhone in your house as well. Isn’t the feature very convenient?
If you want to take Google Chrome screenshot on your Windows laptop, then check out the step-by-step guide here.
Google Chrome is one of the most popular browsers and has been on users’ devices for years now. It offers a wide range of features that can make the browsing experience easier and smoother. One of these is the Google Chrome screenshots tool. Yes, if you are not aware of this, Google Chrome brings its own feature to let you take screenshots with ease. This is part of Chrome's sharing menu which has several features such as Copy Link, send to your devices, QR codes, print, and Screenshot.
This built-in tool on Google Chrome enables users to take a screenshot of any web page. The screenshot tool is a great way to reduce the dependence on any third-party extensions to capture the screen. Here, know in a step-by-step manner, how to enable and capture the screenshot in the Google Chrome browser on your Windows computer. Let’s begin.
How to enable the Google Chrome screenshot tool
Step 1: First, open the Google Chrome browser on your Windows computer or laptop.
Step 2: Once you are on the browser, go to the flags settings page or simply enter this - chrome://flags - in the address search bar.
Step 3: Here, find the “Desktop screenshots” option while using the search bar.
Step 4: Now, use the drop-down menu right next to the “Desktop Screenshots” option and then select “Desktop Screenshots Edit Mode”.
Step 5: You will need to select the “Enabled” option.
Step 6: Once you make the changes, the Chrome browser will ask to relaunch the page. Tap on the “Relaunch” button and that’s it!
After the completion of these steps, the built-in screenshot tool of the Google Chrome browser will be enabled to use on the Microsoft Windows operating system.
Microsoft working on 'Keystone' Xbox game streaming dongle
Highlights
Microsoft isn't only working on a streaming device; it also has an Xbox app for TVs in the works.
As reported by Windows Central, Microsoft's xCloud streaming device, long in development, is going through some changes. Microsoft first announced the dedicated streaming dongle in June 2021, but in a statement provided to Windows Central, the company said it had moved away from the "current iteration" of the device, which it says is codenamed Keystone.
Here's Microsoft's complete statement shared with Windows Central:
Our vision for Xbox Cloud Gaming is unwavering, our goal is to enable people to play the games they want, on the devices they want, anywhere they want. As announced last year, we've been working on a game-streaming device, codename Keystone, that could be connected to any TV or monitor without the need for a console.
As part of any technical journey, we are constantly evaluating our efforts, reviewing our learnings, and ensuring we are bringing value to our customers. We have made the decision to pivot away from the current iteration of the Keystone device. We will take our learnings and refocus our efforts on a new approach that will allow us to deliver Xbox Cloud Gaming to more players around the world in the future.
It's not clear what these changes might be, and Microsoft didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. But there's a lot of promise for a dedicated Xbox streaming device. While the Xbox Series X has been more widely available than the PS5, it's still not the easiest console to get your hands on and costs hundreds of dollars. So a (presumably) cheaper streaming device could be a more affordable way for many to watch the games Microsoft offers via the cloud, including, starting this month, Epic Games' Fortnite.
Microsoft isn't only working on a streaming device; it also has an Xbox app for TVs in the works. In November 2020, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer told The Verge that "I think you'll see it in the next 12 months," and while the company missed that deadline, VentureBeat reported on May 6 that an Xbox game streaming app for Samsung smart TVs "should debut in the next 12 months." In addition, VentureBeat said the streaming device is also set for sometime in the next 12 months.
While we don't know when Microsoft plans to share more about these projects, it has a big showcase scheduled for June 12.
Mojang Studios is set to release the next update for Minecraft next month. The developers have announced that the Minecraft version 1.19 update also known as ‘The Wild Update’ will be officially rolled out on June 7, 2022. Mojang Studios have worked with the Minecraft community to develop The Wild Update for one of the most successful survival games. This new update is expected to bring several new features and content to the game. Minecraft’s upcoming update has been under active development and testing for months and not the developers have finally decided to release the update to the public. The next update for the game is expected to cement Minecraft's place as one of the greatest games on Xbox and PC. Minecraft The Wild Update availability
Minecraft 1.19 "The Wild Update" will be released on June 7, 2022, and is expected to arrive simultaneously on all the platforms the game is available in that includes -- Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac, Linux, iOS and Android. Minecraft The Wild Update: Two new overworld biomes
Minecraft’s upcoming Wild update will add several new features and content to the game that will include two new overworld biomes -- Mangrove swamps and the Deep Dark. Mangrove swamps is expected to feature new mangrove trees, roots, mud blocks, frogs and frog light blocks. Meanwhile, the Deep Dark will depict a place buried far below the earth that features -- durable deep slate, shriekers and sculk blocks, terrifying warden mobs as well as new Ancient City structures. Minecraft The Wild Update: Five new mobs
The game is also likely to introduce five new mobs that are -- Tadpoles and frogs, Alay, Shriekers and Warden. Tadpoles and frogs grow from frogspawn and will be available in multiple varieties depending upon the temperature of the biome where they will -- live, eat tiny slime blocks and produce frog light blocks. On the other hand, Allay is expected to be a friendly companion to any player as it will be able to collect items similar to the one it holds and can also attach to note-blocks. Meanwhile, shriekers can be found in the Deep Dark and can give off powerful screeches if they detect vibrations through sculk blocks. Lastly, the Wardens will be there will attack players that make too much noise. Wardens are powerful enemies that remain hidden and buried within the Deep Dark and are capable of crushing physical attacks and a ranged "sonic boom" attack. Minecraft The Wild Update: New gameplay features
Minecraft’s upcoming update features new gameplay that mainly focuses on the Deep Dark biome. This new biome is a dangerous location where players need to be cautious and prepared. The Wild update will enable sculk blocks to detect vibrations from everything that makes a sound. On detecting vibration, these sculk blocks produce a Redstone signal that can alert shriekers. If the noise made by the player is not enough to alert the wardens, the screech of a shrieker will surely do so. Wardens are dangerous enemies and players shouldn’t battle with them unless it is necessary. These enemies present in the Deep Dark biome are blind and respond primarily to sound. Players who can quietly make it through the Deep Dark will be able to secure some valuable loot from Ancient City structures.
Apart from these new additions, Minecraft players will have plenty to explore in the new update. However, a report by Windows Central suggests that the upcoming update is not as ‘ambitious or epic’ as the last one -- the Caves and Cliffs Update. The report also mentions that a few planned features for The Wild Update will be removed while other previously announced features might not even arrive with this update. Moreover, Fireflies will not arrive in Minecraft, birch forest biomes will not get a remake and archaeology is still missing after it was delayed since the Caves and Cliffs Update, claimed the report.
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Xbox Series S massive price cut down to Rs. 30,000! Know how you can get this deal on Flipkart now.
Xbox Series S gets mega price cut in India! The most affordable gaming console from Microsoft has now gotten even more affordable — thanks to a new price cut on Flipkart. This deal makes owning the Xbox Series S a sweeter deal than ever. Know that the Xbox Series S is part of Microsoft’s latest generation consoles that also holds the Series X. Sadly, neither the Series X is available in India and nor it in enjoying any price cut deals.
The Xbox Series S was launched in India back in 2020 as an answer to the Sony PS5. However, the Series S was much cheaper back then compared to the Sony PlayStation 5 Digital version, with a retail price of Rs. 34,990. The price of the console has largely remained unchanged until now, when you can get a big discount of almost Rs. 5,000.
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The Xbox Series S carries a MRP of Rs. 34,990 but on Flipkart, you can get one for yourself right now at a price of Rs. 30,499. That is a lot of saving on this gaming console, enough to make you get an annual subscription of the Xbox Game Pass. Additionally, those making transaction via an ICICI Bank credit card can get an additional discount of Rs. 500.
For that price, you are not going to get anything remotely as capable as the Series S console. For the price of a basic Chromebook laptop, the Xbox Series S lets you stream 2K content, play games at up to 120Hz, and most importantly, lets you try all the latest games. More importantly, the Xbox Series S lets you access the Xbox Game Pass subscription, which lets you play all the latest games by paying a nominal monthly subscription. You also get the Game Pass on PCs but the Series S is a much cheaper way to do so.
The Xbox Series S also offers certain advantages such as Quick Resume, which lets you catch up on your favourite game from the point you left off, even without saving any progress.
However, note that the Xbox Series S is not as powerful as the Sony PlayStation 5 — it won’t be able to run the games at their best quality. Additionally, the Series S has a meagre 512GB storage, out of which only 364GB is available. Hence, you won’t be able to load up all your games on the storage.
War Thunder developer Gaijin Entertainment may not have an official movie license, but this certainly isn’t deterring them from jumping on the bandwagon.
With its tech trees having recently advanced as far as the A-10 Thunderbolt, it may be a little early to introduce Maverick’s F/A-18E Super Hornet, but there is another famous Top Gun aircraft ripe for the taking, and it’s the F-14 Tomcat.
That’s exactly what’s coming with the upcoming update teased today, aptly titled “Danger Zone.”
You can check the beloved carrier-borne fighter jet out in the trailer below.
War Thunder is currently playable for free (with the usual optional purchases that many believe aren’t all that optional) for PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and PS5.
If you’re unfamiliar with War Thunder, here’s an official description:
“War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea, fighting with millions of players from all over the world in an ever-evolving environment.
In War Thunder, aircraft, attack helicopters, ground forces and naval ships collaborate in realistic competitive battles. You can choose from over 2,000 vehicles and an extensive variety of combat situations many of which are exclusive. You can find yourself blasting your pursuers from a bomber turret, defending your teammates on the ground from an air raid with anti-aircraft guns, shooting down enemy planes with a firestorm from multiple rocket launchers, or trying to sink an enemy warship with a torpedo from a fast attack boat.”
Smartphone prices have gone up in the past year, and you can partly blame that on the advent of 5G and brands using the pricier hardware to meet the network compatibility. Because of 5G, you often see phones missing out on basic features, especially for the price, but in their defence, the brands have found a middle ground where people feel happy to pay the extra buck.
Speaking of which, the sub Rs 20,000 segment is flooded with quite a few options these days, and you can say this price bracket is now as popular as the sub Rs 15,000 range was a few years back.
And if you are in the market looking for a phone that satisfies your needs within the set budget, we have listed down the best available options from popular names like Redmi, Realme, Vivo, Samsung and even OnePlus for that matter.
Best Smartphone to Buy Under Rs 20,000 in India
Redmi Note 11T
The latest Redmi Note 11 series phone is an automatic starter on this list. It uses the MediaTek Dimensity 810 chipset with 6GB RAM. The phone features a 6.6-inch Full HD+ display that is bright, spunky and offers 90Hz refresh rate. The hardware gives you 5G connectivity and reliable performance in equal doses. Redmi Note 11T carries a dual rear camera setup of a 50-megapixel sensor and an 8-megapixel ultrawide sensor. The front of the phone has a 16-megapixel shooter.
The phone is loaded with a 5000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging. The Redmi Note series has been a reliable mid-range option for years, and the Redmi Note 11T fits right into that bracket.
Vivo T1
Vivo introduced the T-series in the sub Rs 20,000 market with the new T1 smartphone that offers 5G support. It sports a 6.58-inch Full HD+ display with support for 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered Snapdragon 695 chipset with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage which is further expandable. The phone has a triple rear camera setup that includes a 50-megapixel sensor, a 2-megapixel sensor and another 2-megapixel lens. The phone packs a 5000mAh battery but only supports 18W charging speed.
Moto G71 5G
Motorola has the Moto G71 5G in the market with features that are similar to other 5G phones in the segment. It comes with a 6.4-inch AMOLED display, powered by Snapdragon 695 chipset, gets 6GB RAM and 128GB storage that is further expandable. Moto G71 carries a 50-megapixel triple rear camera setup along with an 8-megapixel ultrawide shooter, and a 2-megapixel sensor. The phone comes loaded with a 5000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging.
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
Samsung is also part of the options available to the buyers in this segment with the Galaxy M33 5G. The phone gets an LCD 120Hz display, comes powered by Exynos 1280 SoC, and has a quad rear camera setup of 50-megapixel, 5-megapixel, 2-megapixel and 2-megapixel sensors.
The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G has a 6,000mAh battery that comes with 25W fast charging. (Image Credit: News18/ Darab Mansoor Ali)
The phone provides ample juice thanks to the built-in 6000mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging. You get it with the Android 12-based One UI 4.1 version out of the box, and Samsung promises further updates for the device.
iQOO also has the Z6 5G smartphone that buyers can consider buying. The phone gets an LCD display with support for 120Hz refresh rate, it comes powered by Snapdragon 695 chipset and carries a triple rear camera module that consists of a 50-megapixel sensor, 2-megapixel sensor and 2-megapixel sensor. iQOO Z6 5G packs a 5000mAh battery that offers 18W charging support.
Poco X4 Pro
Poco X4 Pro 5G is another option for those in the market who have a strict budget of under Rs 20,000. The phone is powered by the popular Snapdragon 695 chipset, and it has a 120Hz AMOLED display.
The Poco X4 Pro 5G comes with a 6.67-inch Super AMOLED panel, which gets a 120Hz high refresh rate and a 360Hz touch sampling rate. (Image: Debashis Sarkar / News18)
The phone gets a 5000mAh battery that supports 67W fast charging speed. Poco has equipped the phone with stereo speakers and offers a triple-rear camera setup of 64-megapixel, 8-megapixel, and 2-megapixel sensors.
Realme 9 5G Speed Edition
Realme 9 5G SE or Speed Edition gets picked if you need a power-packed device. The use of the Snapdragon 778G chipset makes it ideal for heavy users and gamers. It features a 6.6-inch Full HD+ display that offers 144Hz refresh rate, a rarity in this segment. It is not the best-looking device in the market but gets the job done with ease. The phone has a 48-megapixel primary rear camera along with dual 2-megapixel sensors. Realme 9 5G SE supports 30W fast charging on the built-in 5000mAh battery.
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G
And finally, you have the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G smartphone that is also powered by the Snapdragon 695 chipset. One of the phones that offers a clean Android UI experience in this segment. The phone has a 120Hz display, offers Android 12 out of the box and has very little bloatware to complain about.
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite will get at least a Blue colour option.
Unlike the other OnePlus phones, you can expand storage further thanks to the microSD card slot. It has a 5000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G comes with a 64-megapixel primary rear camera but misses out on an ultrawide sensor.
A massive Apple iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 price drop on Flipkart has been announced. Want to buy the iPhone 12, iPhone 13 at much less than the maximum retail price? Grab it today. Check discount, offer details here.
Apple iPhones are some of the most expensive phones available in the market. Getting them at a discount is something that everyone waits for. But it is not that easy! Even if price drop or price cuts are announced, the iPhones go out of stock very quickly. Therefore, you need to be quick in grabbing the best deals on iPhones. And today is the day when you can get some iPhones cheaper. iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 price drop on Flipkart has been announced. The ecommerce website has announced discount, exchange and bank offers along with freebies on these Apple iPhone models. Check the iPhone 12, iPhone 13 price cut details here.
As per the information available on Flipkart, iPhone 12 price drop, in Green colour with 128GB of storage, is so big it can be purchased for Rs. 31,999 (with discount and exchange offer). While iPhone 13 price drop has brought the cost down to Rs. 41,900- on availing the phone with discount and exchange offer. Quite tempting right? Here is all you need to know. Also Read:How to apply Apple Watch Pride edition watch face on Watch Series 7, Watch SE, and older models
iPhone 12 price drop on Flipkart
The 128GB variant of the iPhone 12 in Green colour is available on Flipkart for Rs. 61,999 at a discount of 12 percent. But, the price of the iPhone can reduce further. Yes, all you need to do is get the phone with the exchange offer. On exchange you can get further up to Rs. 30,000 off on the phone. That is the price of the iPhone can come down to mere Rs. 31,999 on Flipkart.
The ecommerce website is also offering several bank offers and freebies on the iPhone 12. The bank offers include a Rs. 2000 instant discount on RBL Credit, credit EMI and Debit card Non-EMI Transactions; Rs. 2000 instant discount on OneCard Credit card Non-EMI Transactions; 10 percent instant discount on RBL Bank Credit and Debit Cards; 10 percent instant discount on OneCard Credit Cards, up to Rs. 1500 on orders of Rs. 3000 and above; and 5 percent cashback on Flipkart Axis Bank Card.
While the freebies offered are free 6 months Gaana Plus subscription; introductory pack of BYJU'S Classes online tuitions worth Rs. 999 and Bitcoin worth Rs. 201.
iPhone 13 price drop on Flipkart
Apple iPhone 13 (128GB, Midnight colour variant) can be yours for only Rs. 41,900! Want to know how? The iPhone 13 is priced at Rs. 74,900 on Flipkart at a discount of 6 percent. But with the help of exchange offer, the price of the phone can further reduce by up to Rs. 33,000, thus bringing down the price to up to Rs. 41,900. Also Read:This iPhone 13 feature saved woman's life during terrifying emergency; Know how to activate it
The bank offers being provided on the iPhone 13 include Rs. 4000 instant discount on HDFC Credit Card, Credit and Debit EMI Transactions; and 5 percent cashback on Flipkart Axis Bank Card. While the freebies offered include- free 6 months Gaana Plus subscription; introductory pack of BYJU'S Classes online tuition worth Rs. 999 and Bitcoin worth Rs. 201.
iPhone 14 Pro is predicted to feature the Always On Display from Samsung Galaxy smartphones. Here are all the details.
iPhone 14 Pro could borrow a feature that has been present on the Samsung Galaxy flagships since ages! At the moment, high refresh rate displays are all the hype in the world of smartphones, with even affordable smartphones now offering up to 144Hz refresh rate. Apple gave in to the trend last year by introducing its ProMotion displays on the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max. The display had a variable refresh rate range of 10Hz to 120Hz, which was cutting edge in 2021. This year though, some upgrades are expected on this front on the iPhone 14 Pro.
Ross Young, the CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants, says he is “expecting” the new iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max to feature an upgraded variable refresh rate feature, wherein the variation happens between 1Hz to 120Hz. Ross himself says it isn’t confirmed yet but there seems to be a high chance, considering all of Apple’s rivals have been using the new LTPO 2.0 panels on their flagships.
Flagships from Samsung, Oppo, Vivo, OnePlus, and Xiaomi are using LTPO 2.0 panels that offer the refresh rate variation between 1Hz to 120Hz. This not only makes everything appear smooth but takes less strain on the battery life.
iPhone 14 Pro could get another display upgrade
Another advantage of using such a kind of display is the possibility of Apple giving the iPhone an Always On Display feature — a feature that has been present on Android devices since years! With a display capable of going down to 1Hz, Apple could give the Pro iPhones the ability to show Always On Display widgets, just like you can use on Samsung devices. Apple already uses such a panel on the Apple Watch Series 7 wherein it can conserve battery life by dropping the refresh rate down to 1Hz for the Always On Display faces.
That said, there is a high chance that Apple may not consider bringing an AOD feature to the iPhone 14 Pro — the feature is a battery hog despite all the advancements. Keeping your phone’s display always on to show time and other information may drain more battery, and even lead to issues like OLED burn. Hence, Samsung, Oppo, Xiaomi and other manufacturers offer the default option of the AOD screen coming up only when you tap the display.
Flipkart has given a complete redesign to its mobile app, making the leap from India to Bharat. The Walmart-owned company aims to address the needs of Bharat with the new update. As part of the redesign, shopping categories on the Homepage get a new place and navigation. "With millions of first-time internet users exploring e-commerce from not just from metros but from tier 2 and tier 3 cities, it was imperative to create a user experience that caters to the diverse needs of the users," said the company in a statement.
The revamp introduces design changes that the company says will enable seamless navigation between various categories of products and services, and make the Flipkart mobile app experience intuitive for its customers. The design changes are said to be based on the user design principles around uniformity, predictability, ease of use and building a people-first app design. All that has changed and is new
Flipkart has given special importance to Grocery category in the redesign. The updated app has a separate and more visible tab for Grocery shopping. Flipkart says that this has been done to help new customers who are exploring Grocery shopping online for the first time. The e-tailer has expanded availability of groceries across 1,800 cities in the country. * Grocery tab on top: Grocery tab on the top of the homepage is designed to enable quick access to this service. This new Grocery tab will be visible to users in the 10,000 pin codes across 1,800 cities serviceable by Flipkart Grocery. * Consolidation of navigation buttons: The app will enable users to switch between shopping via the homepage, browsing different categories, viewing notifications and past orders, and finishing their purchases in the cart, all in the bottom navigation.
* The “Discovery” menu below the search bar now comprises features such as SuperCoins, Stores, Flipkart Feeds, Offer Zone, and more.
* The hamburger menu on the top has been removed. The bottom bar has been revamped with icons for ‘Home’, ‘Notifications’ and ‘Cart’.
* My Orders is now housed under My Account in the bottom navigation. When is the new app design rolling out
The new app design is live on Android devices and will be rolled out on Apple iOS next month.
In the last one year, Flipkart has introduced several newer categories, and there was an opportunity to shorten the gap in consumer experience through simplification of navigation and enhancement of design for an easy experience. About six variations of the navigation design were A/B tested with thousands of customers for over two months, and qualitative insights were also gathered through user-research, which helped build a people-first app design.
LG is bringing its Rollable OLED TV to India this week, almost three years after it was first unveiled at the CES. In addition to this showstopper, the company has introduced a slew of OLED TVs that will compete with Sony and Samsung in the high-end television segment in India.
The South Korean brand is bringing in the big runs, literally, which includes a 96-inch OLED TV model and even a 42-inch OLED TV for buyers. It packs the latest imaging processor and offers dual-channel audio output.
LG Rollable OLED TV And 2022 OLED TV Series India Price
The high-end LG Rollable OLED TV is priced at a whopping Rs 75 lakh in India, and LG says it expects to sell in big numbers. The other LG 2022 OLED TV lineup starts from Rs 88,990.
LG Rollable OLED TV And 8K OLED TV Specifications
The main reason for the hefty price tag of the rollable OLED TV from LG is the rollable technology implemented for the TV. It doesn’t offer much in terms of features. The LG Rollable OLED TV doesn’t even come with the best picture quality that LG’s OLED lineup has. Its performance is similar to that of the LGs lineup of high-end OLEDs from 2020.
Having said that, the rollable TV does come with other high-end features like HDMI 2.1, 120Hz refresh rate at 4K resolution, support for HDR standards like Dolby Vision, variable refresh rate, Amazon Alexa/ Google Assistant support, and Dolby Atmos audio. LG says that the Rollable OLED TV R can survive at least 50,000 rolls in its lifetime.
LG continues to use its own WebOS platform on its TV series, which caters to its app store for different popular apps on the big screen. The 8K TV lineup comes in 77-inch and 88-inch screen sizes. It has been powered with LG’s a9 Gen5 AI processor.
The TV market has diversified to a large extent, giving you OLED options for as low as Rs 50,000 these days. But brands like LG, Samsung, Sony and a few others bank on their quality and premium experience to charge the extra buck.
With just two weeks to go until WWDC 2022, Apple on Tuesday confirmed the schedule for its annual developer conference with an opening keynote on June 6. The company also shared a cool image to promote the event, and now you can use it as wallpaper on your iPhone.
Since 2020, Apple has been using Memojis to promote WWDC. Both the 2020 and 2021 event artworks had Memojis looking at the screen of a MacBook. This time, however, the WWDC 2022 featured image shows the silhouette of five different Memojis, each in different colors: red, yellow, green, blue, and purple.
Of course, these artworks don’t mean much when it comes to revealing what Apple will introduce during the event. Even so, they are mysterious enough to make users create theories about them.
Twitter user @AR72014 has created special iPhone wallpapers based on WWDC 2022 marketing images. There are two different versions of the wallpapers, one with the WWDC logo and one without. Each has one image optimized for older iPhones and another for iPhone X and later.
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference 2022 kicks off on Monday, June 6, with an opening keynote where Apple will unveil the next major updates to its operating systems – iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS.
Also on Monday, the company will present the Platforms State of the Union with an in-depth look at new technologies for developers, and the traditional Apple Design Awards. The event runs through June 10 with multiple sessions to help developers learn more about what’s new in Apple’s operating systems.
Although the keynote and sessions will be pre-recorded and streamed online, Apple has invited a small number of developers to a special event on June 6 at Apple Park. More details about WWDC 2022 can be found on Apple’s website.
From Apple iPhone 13 to Samsung Galaxy A12: Top 5 most sold smartphones globally
In Q1 2022, Apple iPhone 13, and Samsung Galaxy A12 were among the top 5 most sold smartphones worldwide. Here's the list:
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1 Apple iPhone 13
Currently priced at Rs 72,990, Apple iPhone 13 was the most sold phone in Q1 2022, reports IDC. As per the report, iPhone 13 were worth nearly $42 billion in 2022.
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2 Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is the most expensive model of the iPhone 13 series. It was the second most-sold phone of Q1, 2022. It is priced at a starting price of Rs 1,29,900 on Amazon.
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