BMW M8 Competition Coupe 50 Jahre M Edition launched in India, priced at Rs 2.55 Crore - Zee News

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the M division, Bavarian brand - BMW, announced to launch a series of 50 Jahre M Edition models of a slew of products. Now, the company has launched the BMW M8 Competition Coupe’s 50 Jahre Edition in the Indian market at Rs 2.55 Crore. Notably, only a limited number of the performance coupe will be sold in the Indian market. The BMW M8 Competition Coupe looks scintillating from angles. The 50 Jahre Edition spec model further takes the aesthetic game to a new level. The smooth lines of the M8 Competition Coupe have enough curves to offer a blend of elegance and aggression.

In the new 50 Jahre Edition spec avatar, it gets M-typical double slats for the kidney grille, which is flanked by a pair of BMW Laserlight headlamps. The iconic 4-eye face of the M8 Competition Coupe is neatly preserved here. Lower down, on the chin, a larger air intake is visible, which is designed to let more airflow into the engine bay for better cooling. Around the tail, it features a lip spoiler and M-spec rear diffuser with a double-flow exhaust system that comes with quad tailpipes.

The BMW M8 Competition Coupe 50 Jahre Edition is available in a host of metallic paint schemes - M Isle of Man green, Aventurine Red, and M Brooklyn Grey. Buyers also get the option of choosing from a special palette, which includes Daytona Beach Blue (Launched exclusively for 50 Jahre M Editions), Frozen Brilliant White, Frozen Marina Bay Blue, Frozen Deep Green & Frozen Deep Grey.

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Coming to the heart, a 4.4L V8 does duty here, and it is able to push out a rated output of 625 hp and 750 Nm. That being said, the BMW M8 Competition Coupe 50 Jahre Edition can do 0-100 kmph sprint in just 3.2 seconds. Transmission is an eight-speed unit here and channels power to all four wheels of the car. For increased grip levels, the coupe uses M Sport differentials, while for tighter handling characteristics, it utilises adaptive M suspension. The latter offers 3 modes - Comfort, Sport, Sport+.

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Instagram Has A New 'Notes' Feature Now: How To Use And All Details - News18

Is Instagram Notes here to stay?

Instagram has launched its new Notes feature. Here's what it is about and how to use it.

Instagram has introduced a new ‘Notes’ feature that allows users to create short notes that have a 60 character limit. The notes that you create will be visible to your followers in the DM section and just like Instagram Stories, Notes vanish after 24 hours. The responses that your followers send will appear as DMs to you.

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As per the common sentiment, the feedback is currently mixed when it comes to the reception of the new Instagram Notes feature, but the feature is intended to be a less obstrusive way of pushing out information.

For the time being, you can only post one note at a time, and if you do so before the previous note’s 24 hours have passed, the existing note will be automatically deleted.

How To Use Notes?

1. Update to the latest version of the Instagram app.
2. Open the Instagram app.
3. Now, head to the DM section.
4. Here, tap on ‘Your Note.’ Type out whatever’s on your mind.
5. Depending on who do you want to share your Note with, choose between Followers you follow back or Close Friends.
6. Hit Share.

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Over the past couple of months, Instagram has been getting increasingly vocal about the new developments coming to the platform, and now it seems Notes is just the tip of the iceberg. Instagram has also stated that moving forward, the focus will shift to video as the primary medium instead of photos.

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Google Maps gets updated Immersive View, faster Live View access - SamMobile - Samsung news

Google is continuing to add new features to Google Maps to keep it right at the top. Google has now announced a slew of features that will enhance your Google Maps experience. Live View, one of the best AR features of Google Maps, is now getting a search with the Live View option. Using this feature, you could instantly see nearby places of interest with details such as business hours and how busy the place is.

Moreover, accessing Live View mode on Google Maps is getting faster. A Live View button is now placed in between the microphone and profile switcher icons at the top of the search bar. Tapping this button would immediately launch the Live View mode, highlighting all the nearby landmarks in the distance, with the street names showing at the bottom. There is a ‘Find Places Near You’ bottom sheet showing you places specifically “within a 5-minute walk.”

Neighborhood Vibe includes photos and videos added by millions of contributors each day

Google is expanding the Immersive View feature to over 250 aerial views of global landmarks across the globe. The immersive view feature will launch in the coming months in Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, London, and Tokyo. There will be a slider at the bottom that will show you details such as weather, traffic, and busyness information using 3D imagery.

Last not but not least, Google Maps is getting the neighborhood vibe feature. This will highlight the popular spots in your location, which would include photos and videos of the places, helping you decide if you should pay a visit or not. The Neighborhood Vibe feature will start appearing on your Samsung smartphones and tablets in the coming months.

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Thrilling offer! Samsung Galaxy S22 5G price cut from 85999 to 44999 in Amazon Sale - HT Tech

Amazing Samsung Galaxy S22 5G deal announced on Amazon during its Great Indian Festival where it can be yours for less than Rs. 45000!

Want a flagship smartphone that is not an iPhone? Well, Amazon has brought an amazing offer for you. Amazon Great Indian Sale is already live with massive discounts on smartphones, electronics, household appliances and more. IPhones have received huge price cuts. But if you don't like iPhones, there's good news for Android lovers as well. Amazon has slashed the price of the Galaxy S22 5G to a point where you can get it for less than Rs. 45000! Amazon is offering great discounts, exchange and other offers on the smartphone, which make Samsung's flagship smartphone an amazing deal. Here's more about the Galaxy S22 5G offer on Amazon.

Galaxy S22 5G on Amazon: Discount

The base 128GB variant of the Galaxy S22 5G is originally priced at Rs. 85999. However, Amazon has announced an out-of-this-world offer where it can be yours for less than Rs. 45000. Amazon is initially offering a humongous 27 percent discount on S21 FE! After discount, it is available for just Rs. 62999. That's not all. You can further reduce the price of Galaxy S22 5G using exchange offers and bank benefits.

Galaxy S22 5G on Amazon: Exchange Offer

Amazon is also offering exchange offers on the Galaxy S22 5G. You can get up to Rs. 18000 off on the price of the Galaxy S22 5G if you exchange your old smartphone. Do note that the discount amount depends on the model and condition of your old smartphone. Both these offers combined take down the price of the Galaxy S22 5G to just Rs. 44999! That is an amazing deal for a current flagship smartphone from Samsung.

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Galaxy S22 5G on Amazon: Bank Offers

Unfortunately, Amazon has not offered any bank offers with this deal, although no-cost EMI options are there for customers who want to avail the EMI facility.

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Amazon announces Kindle Scribe with pen input - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com

Amazon today announced the Kindle Scribe, the company's largest Kindle yet and for the first time with pen input for reading and writing on the go.

The Kindle Scribe features a large 10.2-inch matte touchscreen Paperwhite display. The device includes a standard pen, which attaches magnetically to the side of the device when not in use. You can also choose an optional Premium pen, which has an eraser on the other end and a shortcut button to switch between pen, highlighter, and more.

The Kindle Scribe supports adding handwritten notes to books using the sticky note feature. Sticky notes are automatically arranged by book and also get synced across devices. The device also includes note-taking and journaling features, with templates like lined paper, blank paper, to-do lists, and more. Notes can be organized by folder and searched through, and also get synced.

You can also send PDF files to the device to markup or sign them, and insert sticky notes in Microsoft Word documents. An option to send documents to the Kindle Scribe directly through Word will arrive in 2023.

Aside from that, the Kindle Scribe is more or less a large Kindle Oasis, with the only differences being the lack of page turn buttons and water-resistance.

The Kindle Scribe will be available in 16/32/64GB variants and starts at $339 with the standard pen.

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Amazon's big fall product launch event tonight: Here's what to expect - The Indian Express

Amazon is holding its invite-only product launch event later tonight. It’s safe to assume we are about to learn more about next-generation Echo speakers and Ring devices. But else is there to learn? Unlike an Apple event or a Samsung Galaxy event, there’s no massive hype around Amazon’s fall event. We know for sure Amazon is known for showing crazy devices at its launch events. The event kicks off at 9: 30 pm IST on Wednesday, September 28.

Here’s what you can expect to see at Amazon’s fall product event for 2022.

How to watch Amazon’s 2022 fall event

Amazon’s event is scheduled for Wednesday, September 28, so news should start coming as the launch is still on. Like the last few years, the event is invite-only for the press and won’t be streamed online. But we will be covering the event for you and will update you on the latest news and products.

What to expect from Amazon’s 2022 event

It is easy to guess that we are getting new Echo speakers at the event tonight. Expect the new Echo Dot and Echo Show 8, both speakers are due for an update. Even Amazon’s flagship Echo Studio was last updated two years ago. So it is safe to assume an updated Echo Studio with new internals inside and improved sound quality. Last year, the Echo Show 15 made its debut, a smart speaker resembling a picture frame that hangs on the wall.

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Speaking of home security, Amazon-owned Ring will also likely show a new camera lineup. During last year’s hardware launch from Amazon, the Always Home Camera stole the limelight. It’s essentially a drone designed to fly around inside your home. An announcement from Eero, the makers behind mesh Wi-Fi systems, is also expected.

Unlike Apple or Google, Amazon is known for creating weird gadgets and its fall launch has become the perfect launch pad for showing off new ideas. Last year, the company unveiled the Amazon Glow for kids. We also got a look at Astro, a robot that combines Alexa and Ring technologies to become your digital dog on wheels.

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Bring Home a Real-Life Art Gallery Experience With Samsung's Latest 'The Frame' TV; Frame It Your Way With Customisable Bezels - Samsung

Comes with ‘Matte Display’ that eliminates reflections and makes it difficult to distinguish art displayed on The Frame TV from real art 

Offers a variety of customisable, magnetic bezels to choose from, to best suit your living space

Get free Bezel worth up to INR 7,690 with new The Frame TV models, Samsung Galaxy A32 worth INR 21,490 with 75-inch model and Samsung Galaxy A03 worth INR 9,499 with 65-inch model 

Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, is here to take the aesthetics of your living room to an all new level with the latest edition of its premium lifestyle TV, The Frame. The Frame lifestyle TV is art when it’s off and TV when it’s on. The latest The Frame TV is a statement piece that comes with Customisable Bezels, Matte Display, Art Mode, and Samsung’s proprietary QLED technology to offer immersive entertainment along with an exquisite line-up of local and global art works to turn your home into an art gallery.

The Frame TV is designed for the art connoisseur in you and lets you frame it your way by offering a variety of customizable, magnetic bezels so you can easily choose or even change your favourite colour to best suit your space. Designed to look like a slim picture frame, the elegant, Modern Frame Design of the TV blends seamlessly to elevate your home décor.

The Frame TV has a built-in Art Store that allows you to curate your personal art collection from a growing library of over 1,600 pieces of world-famous art including popular Indian folk art such as Madhubani from Bihar, Gond from Madhya Pradesh and Pattachitra from Odisha and Bengal. Besides, you can upload and display your family or travel photographs and even customize your pictures with five different mat layout options and a palette of 16 different colours to make them more realistic. The simpler and more intuitive Home Screen feature of this TV provides an easier and more convenient art experience on the Art Store.

Tastefully designed to make your luxury living spaces more distinctive, the newly introduced Matte Display on The Frame TV eliminates reflection on the screen allowing you to feel the texture of the artwork delivering a real-life art gallery experience. That’s not all, with the latest The Frame TV, natural light or ambient light reflection on the screen is now a thing of the past! This 4K QLED TV enables life like colours, enhanced contrast and impeccable details with 100% colour volume for an exceptional picture quality – all this without the need to draw your curtains. 

The new edition of The Frame TV is available in 43-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch, and 75-inch screen sizes on Samsung.com, Amazon, Flipkart and across leading retail stores.

“The Frame is an aesthetic marvel that is designed to enable art lovers to bring alive local as well as world famous paintings on their walls. The 4K QLED technology, on the other hand, delivers a brilliant picture quality for an immersive in-home entertainment experience. The newly introduced matte display lets consumers place this TV anywhere without worrying about light reflection. With this new edition of The Frame, we are confident that we will continue to wow consumers with our innovations and will further strengthen our leadership in the premium lifestyle television segment in India,” said Mohandeep Singh, Senior Vice President, Consumer Electronics Business, Samsung India.

Powered by Quantum Dot Technology that enables life like colours, enhanced contrast and impeccable details with 100% colour volume, the latest lineup provides an immersive TV viewing experience with exceptional picture quality. It also comes with Samsung’s powerful Quantum Processor 4K, 4K AI up scaling capabilities, and SpaceFit Sound that auto-optimises sound settings after analysing the environment of your room. The Motion Sensor automatically turns on to display your artwork when you are in the room and switches off when you leave the room to save energy. Moreover, the Brightness Sensor detects ambient light and automatically adjusts the screen’s brightness and colour tone to retain the artwork’s original look regardless of the lighting in the room. EyeComfort Mode automatically adjusts the screen’s brightness and tone based on a built-in light sensor and sunset/sunrise information. If you watch TV at night with EyeComfort Mode enabled, the blue light level will be reduced and your images will appear warmer. This can help reduce eye strain but still provide crystal clear images.

With True Dolby Atmos®, The Frame TV delivers sound output that moves with the action with Object Tracking Sound feature. It tracks sound from all corners of your TV and come with multi-channel speakers all around the screen to track motion that draws you in close to the action.

The stunning new television by Samsung transforms into a piece of art with the Art Mode. Users can choose what is displayed on the TV from a growing repository of over 1,600 artworks from across the globe and even popular Indian folk art such as Madhubani from Bihar, Gond from Madhya Pradesh and Pattachitra from Odisha and Bengal. They can also display family portraits and personal photos on The Frame TV by uploading them to My Collection. Users can also add Mat Canvas as background for their pictures in the latest edition of the premium television. 

The latest entrant in Samsung’s range of premium televisions, The Frame TV also comes with a host of smart features, aimed at accentuating your lifestyle. You can stay connected to your near and dear ones through the video calling feature powered by Google Duo. 

Availability

The latest edition of The Frame TV is available on Samsung’s official online store, Samsung shop, Amazon, Flipkart and at all leading consumer electronics retail stores across the country in 43-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch, and 75-inch screen sizes. 

Consumers buying The Frame TV on Samsung’s official online store, Samsung shop can avail up to 20% cashback on leading banks.

Consumers buying The Frame TV will get free Bezel worth up to INR 7,690 with new The Frame TV models, Samsung Galaxy A32 worth INR 21,490 with 75-inch model and Samsung Galaxy A03 worth INR 9,499 with 65-inch model.

Warranty

Consumers will get a 3-year warranty along with a 10-year no screen burn-in warranty with The Frame TV.

Key Features

Anti-Reflection with Matte Display

Your artwork or your favourite show will look as good in the morning as it does at night with the lights on. Anti-Reflection technology and the Matte Display Film premium matte finish limit light distraction on your screen by reducing the effects of glare.

 

A Connoisseur’s Delight with Art Mode

Choose from the Samsung Collection or upload your own pieces to reflect your personality. With a subscription to Samsung’s Art Store, you have unlimited access to a library of over 1,600 modern and classic pieces of art from established and emerging artists.

Set the Right Mood with Customizable Bezels

Whatever your aesthetic, mood, or occasion, choose from the Modern or Bevelled bezel in 7 different colours. The magnetic bezel is easy to snap on, making design updates a breeze.

Personalise Your Display with Samsung Collection

It’s easy to upload your own photography, family portraits and other memories to The Frame from your phone or a USB flash drive. And with 12 GB of storage in My Collection, you’ve got lots of room to share masterpieces of your own making.

Relax with Eye Comfort Mode

The latest The Frame QLED 4K features Eye Comfort Mode automatically adjusts the display’s brightness following the local sunrise and sunset times. 

Enjoy true-to-life Picture Quality with 100% Color Volume

The QLED technology allows the viewer to bask in a billion shades of brilliant colour at 100% Colour Volume. Quantum Dot technology brings you a gorgeous picture by transforming light into a vivid colour that stays true for bold detail, even as the scene brightens. 

Brilliant Picture Quality with Quantum HDR

Go beyond HDTV with Quantum HDR that delivers an expanded range of colour and contrast. Step up to the brilliant possibilities of what your picture can bring you.

Smart Display with Motion Sensors

Intelligent motion sensors help you maximize energy efficiency. Set up your art to display when you’re in the room and turn it off when you’re not.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has 25W charging support, lower than Galaxy S22 Ultra - HT Tech

Samsung Galaxy S23 series has just passed through 3C certification.

Samsung Galaxy S23 series is slated to arrive early next year and one of the lineup models has just passed through 3C certification. According to GSM Arena, the corresponding model number SM-S9180 denotes the highest-tier Galaxy S23 Ultra model. In the certification, the device is listed to support a maximum of 25W charging (11V @ 2.25A).

This is lower than the Galaxy S22 Ultra's 45W charger support, but the S22 Ultra's 45W charging didn't make a significant dent in the charging times compared to the 25W charging of the Galaxy S21 Ultra.

Other testing found that the S22 Ultra only achieved 45W charging for a very short period of time, so perhaps Samsung has figured out how to sustain 25W charging for longer through the charging cycle of the battery, which would still improve charging speeds or even close the gap between the 45W charging figures for the 22 Ultra, as per GSM Arena.

Another possibility is that 25W charging is limited to some variants of the S23 Ultra including, in this case, the Chinese variant.

The S23 Ultra is rumoured to have a similar design and dimensions as the S22 Ultra, thought the camera is expected to see a 200MP sensor update.

Meanwhile, it's expected that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 will power the flagship. Recent reports suggested that Samsung will use Qualcomm chips on all its new lineup's variants, though there's a possibility that some units would be equipped with Samsung Exynos chipsets, as per GSM Arena.

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Intel 13th-Gen Announced!! More Cores, Faster Speeds, Same Prices (almost) - PCWorld

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WhatsApp “zero-day exploit” news scare – what you need to know - Naked Security

by Paul Ducklin

For the last day or two, our news feed has been buzzing with warnings about WhatsApp.

We saw many reports linking to two tweets that claimed the existence of two zero-day security holes in WhatsApp, giving their bug IDs as CVE-2022-36934 and CVE-2022-27492.

One article, apparently based on those tweets, breathlessly insisted not only that these were zero-day bugs, but also that they’d been discovered internally and fixed by the WhatsApp team itself.

By definition, however, a zero-day refers to a bug that attackers discovered and figured out how to exploit before a patch was available, so that there were zero days on which even the most proactive sysadmin with the most progressive attitude to patching could have been ahead of the game.

In other words, the whole idea of stating that a bug is a zero-day (often written with just a digit, as 0-day) is to persuade people that the patch is at least as important as ever, and perhaps more important than that, because installing the patch is more of a question of catching up with the crooks that of keeping in front of them.

If developers uncover a bug themselves and patch it of their own accord in their next update, it’s not a zero-day, because the Good Guys got there first.

Likewise, if security researchers follow the principle of responsible disclosure, where they reveal the details of a new bug to a vendor but agree not to publish those details for an agreed period of time to give the vendor time to create a patch, it’s not a zero-day.

Setting a responsible disclosure deadline for publishing a writeup of the bug serves two purposes, namely that the researcher ultimately gets to to take credit for the work, while the vendor is prevented from sweeping the issue under the carpet, knowing that it will be outed anyway in the end.

So, what’s the truth?

Is WhatsApp currently under active attack by cyercriminals? Is this a clear and current danger?

How worried should WhatsApp users be?

If in doubt, consult the advisory

As far as we can tell, the reports circulating at the moment are based on information directly from WhatsApp’s own 2022 security advisory page, which says [2022-09-27T16:17:00Z]:

WhatsApp Security Advisories

2022 Updates

September Update

CVE-2022-36934

An integer overflow in WhatsApp for Android prior to v2.22.16.12, Business for Android prior to v2.22.16.12, iOS prior to v2.22.16.12, Business for iOS prior to v2.22.16.12 could result in remote code execution in an established video call.

CVE-2022-27492

An integer underflow in WhatsApp for Android prior to v2.22.16.2, WhatsApp for iOS v2.22.15.9 could have caused remote code execution when receiving a crafted video file.

Both the bugs are listed as potentially leading to remote code execution, or RCE for short, meaning that booby-trapped data could force the app to crash, and that a skilled attacker might be able to rig up the circumstances of the crash to trigger unauthorised behaviour along the way.

Typically, when an RCE is involved, that “unauthorised behaviour” means running malicious program code, or malware, to subvert and take some form of remote control over your device.

From the descriptions, we assume that the first bug required a connected call before it could be triggered, while the second bug sounds as though it could be triggered at other times, for example while reading a message or viewing a file already downloaded to your device.

Mobile apps are usually regulated much more strictly by the operating system than apps on laptops or servers, where local files are generally accessible to, and commonly shared between, multiple programs.

This, in turn, means that the compromise of a single mobile app generally poses less of a risk than a similar malware attack on your laptop.

On your laptop, for example, your podcast player can probably peek at your documents by default, even if none of them are audio files, and your photo program can probably rootle around in your spreadsheet folder (and vice versa).

On your mobile device, however, there’s typically a much stricter separation between apps, so that, by default at least, your podcast player can’t see documents, your spreadsheet program can’t browse your photos, and your photo app can’t see audio files or docments.

However, even access to a single “sandboxed” app and its data can be all that an attacker wants or needs, especially if that app is the one you use for communicating securely with your colleagues, friends and family, like WhatsApp.

WhatsApp malware that could read your past messages, or even just your list of contacts, and nothing else, could provide a treasure trove of data for online criminals, especially if their goal is to learn more about you and your business in order to sell that inside information on to other crooks on the dark web.

A software bug that opens up cybersecurity holes is known as a vulnerability, and any attack that makes practical use of a specific vulnerablity is known as an exploit.

And any known vulnerability in WhatsApp that might be exploitable for snooping purposes is well worth patching as soon as possible, even if no one ever figures out a working exploit for stealing data or implanting malware.

(Not all vulnerabilities end up being exploitable for RCE – some bugs turn out to be sufficiently capricious that even if they can reliably be triggered to provoke a crash, or denial of service, they can’t be tamed well enough to take over the crashed app completely.)

What to do?

The good news here is that the bugs listed here were apparently patched close to a month ago, even though the latest reports we’ve seen imply that these flaws represent a clear and current danger to WhatsApp users.

As the WhatsApp advisory page points out, these two so-called “zero-day” holes are patched in all flavours of the app, for both Android and iOS, with version numbers 2.22.16.12 or later.

According to Apple’s App Store, the current version of WhatsApp for iOS (both Messenger and Business flavours) is already 2.22.19.78, with at five intervening updates released since the first fix that patched the abovementioned bugs, which already dates back a month.

On Google Play, WhatsApp is already up to 2.22.19.76 (version don’t always align exactly between different operating systems, but are often close).

In other words, if you have set your device to autoupdate, then you ought to have been patched against these WhatsApp threats for about a month already.

To check the apps you have installed, when they last updated, and their version details, ppen the App Store app on iOS, or Play Store on Android.

Tap on your account icon to access the list of apps your installed on your device, including details of when they last updated and the current version number you’ve got.

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Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022: Top Smart TV deals - Deccan Herald

Last week, Flipkart kicked off the pre-festive Big Billion Days sale in India.

The Walmart-owned company is offering up to 70 per cent discount on smart TVs from popular consumer electronics brands such as Samsung, LG, and Sony, among others.

Here is the list of top smart TV deals worth checking during the Flipkart Big Billion Days (September 23-30):

Samsung The Frame 2021 Series 55-inch QLED Ultra HD (4K) Smart Tizen TV  (QA55LS03AAKLXL)

It is available for Rs 75,999 against MRP Rs 1,44, 900. Also, Flipkart is offering up to Rs 11,000 off via exchange deals. Also, Consumers with either ICICI or Axis credit cards claim an additional flat 10 per cent discount (up to Rs 1,500).

It comes with 40 Watts Output - 4 channels,  Dolby Digital Plus, Surround Sound, Active Voice Amplifier, Adaptive Sound+, Q Symphony, Display: 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160), Refresh Rate: 120 Hertz, 178-degree viewing angle, QLED Panel, Ultra HD (4k) QLED Panel, Adaptive Picture, HDR 10+, Film Mode, Super Ultra Wide Game View, Tizen OS, 16GB storage, 1.5GB RAM, Apple AirPlay 2, 4 x HDMI ports, 2 x USB ports, 1 X Ethernet and support Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Sony Bravia 55-inch inch Ultra HD (4K) LED Smart Google TV  (KD-55X80AJ: 2021):

It is available for Rs 63,999 against MRP Rs 1,09,900. Also, Flipkart is offering up to Rs 11,000 discount. Also, Consumers with either ICICI or Axis credit card claim an additional flat 10 per cent discount (up to Rs 1,500).

It comes with 2 speakers with 20W output, DTS Digital Surround, Display: 4K (1366x768p), 178-degree viewing angle, Refresh Rate: 60Hertz, LED panel, X1 4K HDR Processor, 4K X-Reality PRO, Google TV OS, 4 x HDMI ports, 2 x USB ports, RF capable ( 1 input and 1 output), 1 X Ethernet and support Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

LG 55-inch Ultra HD (4K) LED Smart WebOS TV 2022 Edition  (55UQ8020PSB)

It is available for Rs 47,990 against MRP Rs 84,990. Also, Flipkart is offering up to Rs 15,000 discount. Also, Consumers with either ICICI or Axis credit card claim an additional flat 10 per cent discount (up to Rs 1,500). And, Axis-Flipkart credit card, buyers can claim 8 per cent off.

It comes with 2 speakers with 20W output, DTS Digital Surround, Display: 4K (1366x768p), 178-degree viewing angle, Refresh Rate: 60Hertz, LED panel, WebOS, 3 x HDMI ports, 2 x USB ports, RF capable, and support Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

OnePlus U1S 55-inch Ultra HD (4K) LED Smart Android TV with Far-field and Dolby Audio  (55UC1A00) 2021 edition:

It is available for Rs 39,999 against MRP Rs 59,999. Also, Flipkart is offering up to Rs 11,000 discount. Also, Consumers with either ICICI or Axis credit/debit card claim an additional flat 10 per cent discount (up to Rs 1,500).

It comes with a 20W speaker, Dolby Audio, Co-tuned with Dynaudio, Display: 4K (1366x768p), Gamma Engine, 178-degree viewing angle, Refresh Rate: 60Hertz, Direct LED panel, Google TV OS, 3 x HDMI ports, 2 x USB ports, RF capable, 1 X Ethernet and support Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Realme 43-inch Ultra HD (4K) LED Smart Android TV with Handsfree Voice Search and Dolby Vision & Atmos  (RMV2004) 2021 model:

It is available for Rs 22,999 against MRP of Rs 32,999. Also, Flipkart is offering up to Rs 11,000 discount via an exchange deal. Also, Axis /ICICI credit card users claim an additional flat 10 per cent discount (up to Rs 1,500). And, Axis-Flipkart credit card, buyers can claim 8 per cent off.

It comes with 4 speakers with 24W output, Dolby Atmos, DTS, Quad Stereo Speakers, Display: Ultra HD (4K: 3840 x 2160p), Display type: Direct LED, Refresh Rate: 60Hertz, 178-degree wide-angle view, Android TV 3 x HDMI ports, 2 x USB ports, RF capable, Google Assistant, Chromecast in-built and support dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Mi 5A 32-inch HD Ready LED Smart Android TV with Dolby Audio (2022 Model)

It is available for Rs 11,999 against MRP of Rs 24,999. Also, Flipkart is offering up to Rs 11,000 discount via an exchange deal. Also, Axis/ICICI credit card users claim an additional flat 10 per cent discount (up to Rs 1,500).

It comes with 2 speakers with 20W output, DTS Virtual X, Display: HD Ready (1366x768p), Refresh Rate: 60Hertz, Vivid Picture Engine, Android TV-based PatchWall OS, 2 x HDMI ports, 2 x USB ports, RF capable and support dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

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It is available for Rs 13,499 against MRP Rs 18,900. Also, Flipkart is offering up to Rs 11,000 discount via an exchange deal. Also, Axis credit card users claim an additional flat 10 per cent discount (up to Rs 1,500).

It comes with 2 speakers with 20W output, Display: HD Ready (1366x768p), Refresh Rate: 50Hertz, LED panel, Tizen OS, 2 x HDMI ports, 1 x USB ports, RF capable and support Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

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Free Fire MAX apk download in India – Check out the latest apk version of Garena Free Fire MAX:  Since the removal of Garena Free Fire by the Government of India, Free Fire MAX has witnessed massive growth in India. It is the enhanced version of the popular BR title, Garena Free Fire, and has certainly taken over the baton to continue its progress in India. With the inclusion of the OB36 update a few days back, the demand for downloading the apk file (of the MAX version) has been sky-high. Here is all you need to know about Free Fire MAX Download apk. For future updates on Free Fire MAX LOW MB apk download, follow InsideSport.IN

Free Fire MAX apk download in India

The MAX version of Free Fire is quite similar to its original variant which is Garena Free Fire. In comparison with the main one, the MAX version features far better audio, enhanced gameplay, visual qualities, and many more. Hence, the size of the Free Fire Max would understandably be bigger which is approximately around 1 GB. Furthermore, players need to download the necessary additional files after installing the title successfully.

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Like most users, gamers can also download the game from the google play store (for android devices) and App store (for iOS devices). On the other hand, players who face several issues, while installing the game can download the low apk version from the link mentioned below.

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To Download the apk of the MAX version: Click Here.

All About Free Fire MAX:

Garena Free Fire Max is the ultimate survival shooter game available on all smartphones like Android and Apple. Each ten-minute game places gamers on a remote island where they are placed against other gamers, all aiming to survive. Gamers can freely select their starting point through their respective parachutes. Furthermore, they can also stay in the safe zone by refraining from early battles for as long as possible.

Gamers can also try out driving vehicles to explore the vast map and hide in the wild. They can also become invisible by proning under grass or rifts. There are also opportunities for sniping, ambushing, or surviving. However, the only goal will always remain to survive. For future updates on Garena Free Fire and Free Fire Max, follow InsideSport.IN.

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Technology: Apple likely to replace lightening port with C-Type in iPhone 15 - Free Press Journal

New Delhi: Apple tracker Mark Gurman, expects iPhone 15 to come with some "bigger changes," including USB-C (instead of Apple's proprietary Lightning port), the tech giant could introduce a new branding for high-end models.

Currently, phone users world over have been complaining that the exclusive lighenting port, instead of USB-C (C-Type) charging port, makes it difficult for them to charge their iPhone, mostly in the absence of a charger.

This will bring iPhone to a uniform charging port being used across the world.

The company has reportedly started testing the new USB-C feature owing to the European Union's new law that requires all new phones to have USB-C ports by 2024.

Reports further add that Apple may replace the current "Pro Max" branding next year with the top-end iPhone 15 series, calling it "Ultra".

The "Pro Max" branding appeared for the first time with the iPhone 11 series in 2019.

The company has already launched a rugged Watch Ultra and now has 'M1 Ultra' processor.

According to supply chain analyst Ross Young, the 'Dynamic Island' feature could arrive on all iPhone 15 models.

Analysts Ming-Chi Kuo has also suggested that "Ultra" will exclusively have a periscope lens (6x or 5x). Also, the Ultra will come with an improved battery life that lasts three-four hours longer.

With all these exclusive upgrades, the iPhone 15 Ultra is expected to go up in price compared to the 14 Pro Max, possibly starting at $1,200 (up from $1,100).

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Apple'S Array Of M2 Macs And Ipads Could Be Website Updates Instead Of A Keynote Event - CNBCTV18

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Apple's new release could include M2 and M2 Pro Mac minis, M2 Pro and M2 Max 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros, M2 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pros and more.

The next event on Apple’s calendar could be more of a “press releases, website updates, and media briefings” affair instead of an actual event.

Apple is set to release an array of new devices in October following the success of the iPhone 14 lineup. This includes M2 and M2 Pro Mac minis, M2 Pro and M2 Max 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros, M2 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pros and more, said Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman in his latest newsletter.

The release could also see an update to the Apple TV set-top box with an A14 chip and a RAM boost.

Gurman said, “None of these new products is a major departure for Apple. They’ll get some improved specifications and a chip that was already announced at a formal event in June at WWDC 2022.” 

Also, the 10th generation of iPad with an A14 chip is expected later this year, which is expected to receive a design bump this year that mimics the flat iPad Pro. The renders on social media have shown a vertical rear camera setup similar to that on the iPhone X.

Talking about the design, the new 11-inch iPad Pro is also said to be getting the mini LED backlighting, which is currently only available in its larger sibling. Rumours of possible wireless charging support are also doing rounds.

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Sony PlayStation 5 restock today at 12 PM: Here’s how to pre-order PS5 gaming console in India - BGR India

The Sony PlayStation 5 is going on a restock today. The PS4 successor will be available in India at Sony Centre, and other online retailers including Amazon India, Flipkart, Vijay Sale, Game the Shop and Games the Shop. Both the digital and standard editions of the PS5 will be up for pre-bookings, and users can log on to any of these platforms at 12PM (IST) to pre-order themselves a PlayStation 5 console. Sony’s PlayStation 5 has been difficult to buy ever since the gaming console was launched back in 2020. High demand coupled with global chip shortage has made it difficult for gamers to get their hands on PS5 gaming console. Also Read - Sony PS5 restock on Monday at 12 PM: How to pre-order, price, features and more

Sony PS5 Price in India

To recall, the Sony PlayStation 5 Standard version with the disk is priced at Rs 349,990 while the digital version will be priced at Rs 39,990. the PS5 Digital Edition without the blu-ray disc drive will be available for Rs. 39,990 in India. E-commerce portals are also offering the standard PS5 bundled with the Grand Turismo 7 game for Rs. 54,990. Also Read - Sony PS5 restock date in India: Time, where to pre-order, price, and more

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The Sony PlayStation 5 comes with 8K gaming support at up to 120fps. It also comes with support for 4K TV gaming, which can enable a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth gameplay. PS5 also gets HDR TV tech. Also Read - Tekken 8 trailer revealed during Sony State of Play: Watch here

There’s also support for Tempest 3D AudioTech that will ensure an immersive gaming experience through headphones or TV speakers. The Dual Sense controller enables the arguably best haptics feedback.

The new Sony console also comes with a variety of exclusive titles such as Spider-Man Miles Morale, Demon’s Souls, Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart, and more.

If you are planning to buy the PS5 or PS5 Digital Edition gaming consoles today, here are a couple of tricks that will improve your chances of getting your hands on it:

— Don’t rely on one store while trying to pre-book the gaming console. Try pre-booking the gaming console across multiple platforms such as Flipkart and Vijay Sales to increase your chances.

— Connect to a high-speed broadband connection while trying to pre-book the gaming console.

— Ask your friends and family members to help you pre-book the gaming console

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WhatsApp working on let users turn themselves into a sticker, check details here - Zee News

New Delhi: During a video call, WhatsApp has been working on a feature that would let users switch to an avatar while turning off the camera. According to earlier rumours, the feature would be accessible once users join a video conference and turn off the camera. As per a recent leak, the business intends to expand beyond providing Avatars for video conversations by converting them into stickers.

Avatars will be made into stickers in the messaging app owned by Meta, according to a recent report by WABetaInfo, and users will be able to utilise them similarly to other stickers. According to the blog site's images of the functionality, when WhatsApp users press the stickers option in the message bar, the ability to make Avatar stickers will appear alongside the GIF, emojis, and stickers options. (Also Read: Flipkart launches 'sell back' programme; here's how to sell used smartphones on it)

Users will be able to create their Avatars by tapping the Avatar option for the first time, just like they can on Facebook. Following suit, WhatsApp will automatically transform the user's avatar into a sticker pack that includes a range of expressions and emotions, including meh faces, crying, love, heartbreak, LOL, and mind-blowing. (Also Read: Invest Rs 2,000 per month in THIS LIC policy, get a return of more than Rs 48 lakh; check details here)

In addition, there is a + sign to the left of the avatar feature in the message window. Users should be able to add extra Avatar stickers by tapping the plus and avatar icons. There isn't yet any certainty in this aspect, though. The screenshot provided by the blog site also demonstrates how WhatsApp users will be able to update their Avatar sticker pack by hitting the "Edit Avatar" button that will appear towards the pack's bottom.

The photos additionally demonstrate that WhatsApp users will be able to set their Avatar as their profile picture. This is comparable to a feature that the business provides on Facebook. According to the article, there is no information on when this function would be made accessible in the company's Android and iOS-based apps because it is still in the development stage.

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Why I Am Buying a Google Pixel 6a During Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale, Despite Its Flaws - MySmartPrice

The Google Pixel 6a is one of the hottest deals right now during the Flipkart Big Billion Days sale in India, The Pixel 6a, which was launched in India just a couple of months ago has received a massive discount of Rs 9,800 discount and on top of that, the Flipkart is offering an attractive card offer of Rs 6,500, which brings down the price down to Rs 27,699. 

The latest Pixel 6a is one of the phones with massive discounts available right now for under Rs 30,000 in India. The price is even less compared to the current selling price in the US market, which is not something we have witnessed in the past. Like any other Android enthusiast, I was intrigued by this massive offer, which was revealed a few days before the sale and I ordered the Pixel 6a right at midnight as soon as the sale started. But, the Pixel 6a is not a perfect phone even with massive discounts, there are a few flaws or drawbacks. 

While the first set of reviews came out, many reviewers suggested the Pixel 6a is a hard phone to recommend at Rs 43,999 一 as it is too steep of a price to pay for a mid-range phone from Google. However, things changed when Google dropped the price. Even with this massive price cut, the Pixel 6a’s flaws are somewhat a black mark for many. In this article, I will explain why I pre-order the Pixel 6a during the Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale even when the phone has its drawbacks. 

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I Always Wanted A Pixel Phone and Google Dropped the Price at the Right Time

Like many other Android fans, I have always wanted to own a Pixel smartphone ever since Google introduced the Pixel series back in 2016. Although the first few generations were launched in India, because of the high price, I couldn’t get any of them. While the Pixel 4a was launched at Rs 29,999 in India, I had to skip that as well because I was changing phones quite frequently back then for review purposes.

Now, in 2022 second half I was looking for a mid-range phone and the Nothing Phone (1) was my first choice, but that did not end up well. In fact, I even ordered it twice but both units were defective and I ended up returning them. while I was in search of a reliable mid-range phone, Flipkart announced this excellent offer and it was just the perfect time for me — I got the device for an effective price of Rs 26314 with the Flipkart Axis Bank Credit card. 

For a person who dreamt of owning a Pixel phone, this was just the right moment and there wouldn’t be a better time and offer on the latest Pixel phone. 

The Excitement of Day 1 Android Update

I have often regretted not having a Google Phone whenever a new Android version dropped. One of the main reasons why I have opted for the Pixel is the luxury of getting day one updates from Google. In addition to the day one stable update, I can also try out the Developer Preview and Beta version of the latest iteration of the software as well.

The Pixel 6a will get guaranteed Android version updates until at least July 25, 2025, and the device will get security updates until at least July 2027. This means the Pixel 6a will pick up Android 14 and Android 15 updates on day 1 for sure. In addition to all these, the Pixel phones also receive new Pixel features every three months called Pixel Drop. 

All these combined will certainly offer a great and smooth software experience and more importantly, the Android experience will be just like how Google wants to serve its users. And, of course, Pixel devices will offer a clean and pure Android experience. 

The Pixel Camera Experience 

The Pixel camera experience is one of the things I have been craving for a long time. Even on non-Pixel phones, I have tried and used the G Cam port, which gave me way better results than the regular camera. The Pixel 6a comes with a dual rear camera setup led by a 12.2MP Sony IMX363 primary and a 12MP Sony  IMX386 ultra-wide angle camera.

While these sensors are not the latest, these are Google’s reliable sensors. These sensors were the first part of the Pixel 2 lineup and despite the fact that these are a few gen old sensors, Google has managed to offer impressive results as our own reviews say  “Pixel 6a impressed us with its camera performance, and we have to admit that Pixel still has an edge against the competition, at least in the camera department”. The 8MP selfie camera can also get good results. 

While that was about the hardware, the software experience is what sets the Google Pixel 6a’s camera from the crowd. For starters, Google offers Magic Eraser that lets you remove unwanted elements from the image after you have clicked. And, then there are features like AI scene optimization, OIS + EIS, real tone, cinematic pan, face unblur, night sight, and more 一 all of these software features along with proven ol’ camera hardware certainly something I am looking forward to playing with as soon I get my hands on my device. 

The Power of Tensor

The Pixel 6 series is the first set of Pixel phones to be powered by the in-house Tensor SoC. The Pixel 6a shares the same SoC as the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. One of the biggest advantages compared to its rivals is that Google has control over both the hardware and software.

The Google Tensor processor makes apps launch fast, pages and images load quickly, and everything runs smoothly. In addition to all these, the chipset’s optimization of apps will also increase the battery life of the device. The Tensor is an octa-core processor and the phone certainly can handle all the day-to-day tasks with ease. But, most reviews have reported that the device runs a bit warm while gaming, but that’s not a concern for me since I don’t play games on my phone often. 

Even though the device has only a 6GB RAM option, the Tensor SoC is expected to handle everything smoothly without any hiccups. 

The Downside of Owning Pixel 6a in India

All said and done, the Pixel 6a is still not a perfect phone for many. Even at Rs 27,699, the phones have certain drawbacks and flaws. For starters, the phone does not come with a charger in the box and users have to spend Rs 2,000 on the official charger (although there are affordable options). The device supports only 18W charging, which is definitely not the best and it takes about 2 hours to completely charge the device, which can be painful for many. 

Next, if you care about the high refresh rate, the Pixel 6a disappoints here as well as it comes with only a 60Hz OLED screen while the competition is offering 120Hz at the same price point. Lastly, the lack of service centres across India is one thing to worry about and as per many Twitter users, the experience has been quite underwhelming.

Even with all the aforementioned drawbacks, I have placed my order just because I want to experience Google’s stock Android experience, get instant updates, and exclusive features, and experience Google’s camera magic. All I can hope and pray now is that I get an issue-free unit from Flipkart

Should I Have Waited For Pixel 7?

Well, this was my initial plan, I was kind of saving up for the Pixel 7, but this deal was an eye-opener for me. The Pixel 7 series is confirmed to launch in India and the latest leak reveals that the device will start at $599, which is around Rs 48,660 the India price will obviously be costlier and once again, it will be out of reach for me. 

Should You Buy the Pixel 6a in India Right Now?

The Pixel 6a is a great phone for under Rs 30,000, but it has its own flaws. If you can live with these few drawbacks that I have mentioned above, then pixel 6a is certainly a great deal for you. For me personally, the drawbacks certainly make it up in terms of the camera and software experience. 

In the end, the Pixel 6a was a steal deal for me and I am very excited to try the device once it reaches me in a couple of days. 

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Genius iPhone 14 Hidden trick: Add photo cut-outs to any image to prank friends - HT Tech

Forget Photoshop, iOS 16 lets you paste photo cut-outs to any background you want as long as you know this hidden trick. Do it on your iPhone 14 and impress people with your skills.

Those of you who are enjoying the iOS 16 update on your iPhone already know about a part of this trick. It is the new addition to the Photos app that lets you pick and pull the subject of any photo and send it to friends or add it to the notepad without the background. The new feature is very handy in cropping the subject out of an image and making a cool sticker or to just send it as a photo. Without the distraction of the background, the photos also become the perfect material to meme and create reaction stickers out of. But, you can do so much more. In specific, you can add these cut outs to another image to create cool effects and even prank your friends. And you can do it whether you're using the latest iPhone 14 or the older iPhone 13, iPhone 12 and others. Learn this cool iPhone photo hidden trick.

The iPhone hidden trick to add photo cut-outs to any other image

Think about the possibilities. You can add your own cut out to an image of your favorite celebrity or musician or you can add it to a really cool destination and trick your friends into thinking you really were there. You can also create hilarious memes with this. And why stop there? You can use your powers for good and create the perfect image collage with all your online friends. The possibilities are endless. But the question is how exactly do you do it? And the answer is by using Instagram stories.

This trick was shared by a TikTok user who goes by the username @howinfinity. The video has gone viral on the short video platform. And in under a minute, he showcased exactly how to pull off this photoshop-level editing move. So, if you want to do it too, just check the steps below.

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How to add iPhone photo cut outs to another image

Step 1:

First go to any photo in your iPhone 14, iPhone 13, iPhone 12 or any other iPhone that supports iOS 16.

Step 2:

The image must have a front subject. It will not work with photos of scenery or buildings. The main subject must be distinguishable from the line of background.

Step 3:

Once you have opened the image, simply long press and pull the image. You should be able to extract the subject cutout. But don’t do that, instead wait for the option menu to pop up and select ‘copy’. 

Step 4:

Now you need to go to Instagram, open stories and add an image to the story. And then long press to open the option menu and click ‘Allow paste’. Select it and you have your cutout on the new background. 

Step 5:

You can position it and also increase or decrease it in size. Once happy with the results, simply save the image to your device and send it to your friends.

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Soon you will need a Google account to use a new Fitbit smartwatch - BGR India

Google acquired health-tech company Fitbit back in 2021. Shortly after, the company began selling Fitbit smartwatches and fitness trackers on its online shop. And now, the company has announced its plans of fully integrating Fitbit in its portfolio. As a part of this plan, new Fitbit device owners will need a Google account to activate their Fitbit smartwatches and fitness trackers. Also Read - Google confirms to launch Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro in India soon

Fitbit, in a support page, on its official website wrote, that sometime in 2023, the company will enable the use of Google account for activating a new fitness tracker. “We plan to enable use of Fitbit with a Google account sometime in 2023. Google accounts on Fitbit will support a number of benefits for Fitbit users, including a single login for Fitbit and other Google services, industry-leading account security, centralized privacy controls for Fitbit user data, and more features from Google on Fitbit,” Fitbit wrote in a support page. Also Read - Google Pixel 7 Pro to be available for pre-booking starting October 6; alleged teaser appears on Flipkart

While the exact date of this switch isn’t know yet, Fitbit said that it will be transparent with their customers about the timeline for ending Fitbit accounts through notices within the Fitbit app, by email, and in help articles. Also Read - How to download and set up Google Duo on Android TV: A step-by-step guide

As far as older Fitbit users are concerned, the company said that existing Fitbit account users will be able to use their accounts with their existing Fitbit devices and services until at least early 2025, after which the support of Fitbit accounts will end. Once the support ends, all Fitbit device users will require a Google account to use their Fitbit smartwatches and fitness trackers.

“After the launch of Google accounts on Fitbit, if you want to move from your Fitbit account to your Google account, you’ll need to consent to transfer your Fitbit user data from Fitbit to Google. Once you complete the move, you’ll log into Fitbit with your Google account, and no longer with your Fitbit account,” the company added.

Fitbit also said that after users have moved from their data from their Fitbit accounts to Google accounts, they will be able to manage their Fitbit data from their Google account settings and the Fitbit app.

As far as privacy is concerned, Fitbit said that it’s parent company made some binding commitments with Google at the time of acquisition as a part of which, Google will not use Fitbit’s health and wellness data for Google Ads.

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Bored and need a lifehack bad? Check these 5 cool and useful websites you had no idea existed - HT Tech

If you’re bored and looking for a lifehack to make life fun, then you should check these 5 cool websites that you didn’t know existed.

Are you stuck indoors with nothing to do? Have you opened your favorite social media app for the 50th time and closed it because there was nothing new there? If the answer to these questions is a yes, then you need something fresh to get out of the boredom. And what better way than some novel websites that not only provide the entertainment but also give you a useful lifehack at the same time. If you are in the same boat, then check out these 5 cool websites that you had no idea existed.

This website is your ultimate music recommendation platform. If you want some new music but also want to make sure that the music you're being suggested is not completely random, then this website can be your friend. While Spotify and YouTube algorithms do the same thing, you can't really control their behavior. If you click on a song by accident, they will even consider that in their personalization list. This website is simple. You write down three band names that you like and it suggests something similar. And you can always shuffle if you already know the band.

This is a cool way to kill your time. This website is your wacky music maker. Once you enter the website, every alphabet and the space bar key on your keyboard will be assigned a random tone. All you have to do is mix and match and you might just find the inspiration for the next Billboard top 50 song.

If you want a fun game to play, then this is a nice brain twister. The game has multiple boxes in different colors. You start from the cube on the top left. You are given color options on the right. And you have a finite number of moves. Your aim? Drench the entire board in a single color. And how do you do it? Every time you press a color button, the cube turns into that color and it also captures the adjacent cubes of similar color. Now you have to repeat the process till you capture all the cubes.

Ever felt like you had a thought you'd like to share but you wouldn't want anyone to know it was you? Then NOIYS is your place to go. The platform lets you post anonymous messages without needing to log in. Once you have posted, other anonymous users can respond to you. And the best part is that all the messages are deleted after 24 hours. Give it a try, you might make a new friend.

This website is the definition of infotainment. Little Alchemy 2 gives you four elements — fire, water, air and earth. And you have to mix these elements together to form new objects. And then mix those objects to form even newer objects. Mixing is very logic based so mixing two elements will only give you the new object which could be created in real life. This is both a fun game and helps you learn more about the world around us.

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Apple rolls out iOS 16.0.2, addressing camera shake on new iPhones and copy/paste bug - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com

It’s been less than one week since Apple launched the iPhone 14 lineup and users were reporting violent camera shake when opening the camera on some third-party apps. The issue is now being addresses as an iOS 16.0.2 update is now rolling out to iPhones ahead of schedule.

The shaking of the camera was seemingly caused by the second-generation sensor-shift OIS system in the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max’s main camera. Some users reported loud shaking and grinding noises coming from the camera when opening a non-Apple app that used the camera and make the camera unusable for these apps. This wasn’t affecting my personal iPhone 14 Pro unit.

Other fixes were issued with the update as well. There were some complaints about the new copy/paste prompt that came with iOS 16. It would ask users permission to copy and paste content between apps and its frequency was apparently annoying some users.

The update also fixes an issue that was apparently breaking touch input for some users with unresponsive touch input following a display replacement affecting iPhone X, XR, and iPhone 11.

The update is now rolling out to all supported iPhones. To pull the update, head into Settings > General > Software Update.

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