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Tecno Pova 4 Launch Speculated to be in First Half of December

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Tecno Pova 4
Tecno Pova 4

Introduction

The much awaited Tecno Pova 4 might be launched in India in the first half of December 2022 amid many speculations after the device was officially launched in Bangladesh in November, which will be be exciting for the Indian users.

Tecno Pova 4 in Brief

Tecno Pova 4 is one of the most awaited smartphones that was launched in Bangladesh in November 2022 and will soon find its way on Indian soil, most likely in the first half of December, as that is the timeline that is known in public domain.

While the date hasn’t been specified, many renowned tipsters have claimed that it will be out before December 15, although Tecno has not revealed any official details regarding the upcoming model, thereby leaving the users to make guesses.

Amazon is the only e-commerce platform that is exclusive for Tecno smartphones where the microsite of Pova 4 is expected to go live in the coming days, which will be the spiritual successor to Tecno Pova 3 that had come out in 2021.

While Tecno is not seen in the same league as Apple, Samsung, Google, or the smartphones of other big tech giants, it does not diminish the reputation of the brand in any way, shape, or form, because the upcoming Indian variant is expected to have the same specifications as the Bangladesh model, which has been extremely well received.

Tecno Pova 4 Specifications

Tecno Pova 4 is expected to come with a 6.82 inch AMOLED display screen with an HD+ resolution, along with a 90Hz refresh rate, and a waterdrop notch, while the device itself will be powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 processor based on 6nm process and runs on Android 12 OS.

tecno pova 4

It comes with an exquisite design where the back panel flaunts a gradient pattern where you can see three camera rings with an LED flash unit, while you also get a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button, while the handset comes in two colour options- Uranolith Grey and Fluorite Blue.

Coming to optics, the handset comes with a dual rear camera setup where you get a 50MP main sensor paired with a secondary lens, along with an 8MP selfie snapper in the front, which selfie lovers would enjoy.

It also comes with an 8GB RAM with an additional 5GM virtual RAM support, along with a 128GB native storage options that is expandable with the help of a microSD card slot. The battery capacity will be 6,000mAh units that comes with an 18W fast charging support.

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FIFA World Cup 2022: Japan’s Controversial Goal Becomes Twitter Fodder

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FIFA World Cup 2022
Twitter

Introduction

FIFA World Cup 2022 is getting more and more exciting with each match as Japan scored a winning goal against Spain in a controversial manner due to which Germany was knocked out of the world cup.

Also Read: Jungkook’s Unseen Videos from FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Highlights

  • Japan’s goal in the 51st minute of the match against Spain was scored by Ao Tanaka although it sparked a controversy for the way it was scored
  • Although Spain’s pride was humbled, it is Germany that paid the price as the result meant they were out of the world cup
  • Twitter has become a meme fest due to this controversial ending where many people have shared their opinion.

Japan Victorious Over Spain; Germany Out of the World Cup

The FIFA World Cup 2022 is being hosted in Qatar this season and the tournament is already becoming thrilling in the initial stages. While many fans will be happy or sad to see their favourite teams winning or losing the match, they will still be enthralled with the world cup as a whole.

The Japan-Spain match was a nail-biting venture that shocked the entire world when Japan scored a 2-1 victory against the former champions at Qatar on December 1, 2022, as the results were completely unexpected.

FIFA World Cup 2022

While the loss did not dampen Spain’s chances as they progressed to the round-of-16, it was Germany that paid the price as they were out of the world cup despite a 4-2 win against Costa Rica.

However, Japan did not get the victory with a clean slate as the VAR controversy completely polarized the world of football as Ao Tanaka’s goal in the 51st minute was ruled out initially after the ball was deemed out of play, due to which a video assistant referee (VAR) was summoned to determine the outcome.

While one screenshot of a camera angle suggested that the ball went out of play, another one suggested otherwise, because, according to the law, ‘if the curvature of the ball is over the line’, it is still considered a play, due to which the match went in Japan’s favour and they became victorious.

However, this controversial finish became Twitter fodder where many fans held polarizing views on the outcome, where some felt that the results were biased in favour of Japan, others felt that they won fair and square.

All said and done, while both Japan and Spain can comfortably go ahead in the world cup, the ensuing results have knocked Germany out of the tournament altogether, due to which they have to wait for the next world cup to get another chance.

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Ranking Every iQOO Phone Launched in 2022: From iQOO 9 Pro to iQOO Z6 Lite 5G

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iQOO Phone Launched in 2022

Even though it may seem overcrowded, the Indian smartphone market is always enthusiastic about new brand introductions. The large domestic consumer base gives enough playing field to every new player in the segment as long as the product line can compete. iQOO is one such brand that merely in a couple of years its launch reaffirmed this fact with the success of its product line in India. The brand, a subsidiary of Vivo, has released a range of competitive, affordable and reliable smartphones in the market within two years of timeframe. From iQOO 9 Pro to iQOO Neo 6 to iQOO Z6 Lite 5G, iQOO made sure that their catalogue serves every segment of the smartphone market. Let’s find out more about every iQOO phone launched in 2022 and rank them from worse to best in terms of specifications and performance.

Ranking Every iQOO Phone Launched in 2022

iQOO Z6 Lite 5G

Currently the most affordable of all iQOO models, the Z6 Lite 5G sports a 120Hz display and Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC at the starting price of Rs 13,999. It is also probably the cheapest 5G smartphone in the Indian market at the moment. The drawback is the smartphone’s sub-par camera which falters in low lighting. Also, there is no charger in the box, the biggest negative of all.

iQOO Z6 5G

Can be easily called the better version of Z6 Lite 5G, iQOO Z6 5G is one of the best performance centric smartphones released by the brand. Powered by the Snapdragon 695 chipset, the smartphone provides Android 12 OS, a 120Hz display, and good battery support. But then again, the sub-par is really the issue here once more. Also, with no stereo speakers, it might not be the first choice of those who use their smartphones for entertainment.

iQOO Z6 Pro 5G

At a starting price of Rs 21,999, iQOO Z6 Pro 5G is easily the best handset in the Z6 series of iQOO. Z6 Pro 5G is loaded with some great features such as a Snapdragon 778G chipset, an AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, and a good battery life coupled with 66W fast charging support among others. The absence of stereo speakers and HDR10 support can be a bummer even though the rest of it makes it a decent smartphone.

iQOO Phone Launched in 2022

iQOO 9 SE and iQOO Neo 6

Both iQOO 9 SE and iQOO Neo 6 rank similarly in terms of value for money. iQOO 9 SE is the flagship device that doesn’t cost a fortune. The smartphone features a powerful Snapdragon 888 chipset, a 120Hz AMOLED display, 66W fast charging support, and up to 12 GB of RAM for providing a smooth smartphone experience. iQOO NEO 6 is simply the cheaper and feature-wise richer device with its Snapdragon 870 chipset, and 80W fast charging.

iQOO 9 and 9 Pro

Again ranking both 9 and 9 Pro together since there are not much of variations when it comes to overall performance. Out of the two, iQOO 9 could be the better choice solely because of the price. is another flagship device of the brand offering stellar smartphone performance and a great display. It features Snapdragon 888+ 5G chipset, up to 12GB RAM, a 120Hz AMOLED display, a decent battery with 120W fast charging support and a 48MP Gimbal camera system.

iQOO 9T 5G

9T 5G is one of the best premium smartphones in the under 50K category at the moment. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, 120Hz E5 AMOLED display, up to 120W fast charging support, 50 MP triple rear camera setup and 5G connectivity. In short, iQOO 9T provides every premium feature one could ask for at a much more affordable price range.

Wednesday Creates Netflix Record, Surpasses Stranger Things 4

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Wednesday
Wednesday

Introduction

Wednesday has created a new Netflix Record and surpassed Stranger Things 4 by having the most watched hours in a week under its name, which is an unprecedented record considering the latter’s popularity.

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Highlights

  • Wednesday ranks #1 in 85 countries out of the 93 Netflix keeps track of
  • All eight episodes of Wednesday are now streaming on Netflix
  • Following Wednesday in the Top 10 charts are 1899 and The Crown season 5

Wednesday Beats Stranger Things 4 to Create New Record on Netflix

The Addams Family is one of the most popular fictional families that has spawned numerous sitcoms, movies, and now, web series. It initially started out as a sitcom in the 1960s and today, its characters have become so popular that they’re household names.

Wednesday is a recently released Netflix series based on the daughter of the gothic family that released on November 23, 2022, comprising of 8 episodes, which has become extremely popular in the past week, sending many fans down memory lane and unleashing a wave of nostalgia.

Wednesday

Wednesday has created a new Netflix record as it racked up a jaw dropping 341.23 million hours watched during its debut week, a number which is expected to grow in the coming days, much to the delight of the producers.

The bigger news is that it has surpassed Stranger Things 4 in the race for ratings as the rankings from November 21-27 saw the gothic show topping the TV charts for a series in English language.

Although Stranger Things 4 still holds the title for the most watched English-language series in the first 28 days at 335 million hours a week, it must be remembered that Wednesday’s record setting numbers were clocked up within just five days and might very well see a massive surge.

Wednesday stars Jenna Ortega playing the titular character of Wednesday Addams, the only daughter of Gomez and Morticia Addams of The Addams Family, enrolled into Nevermore Academy, where she has monsters, freaks, and outcasts for company, people of her own kind.

This first season comprises of 8 episodes where Addams is tasked with solving a murder mystery that affected her parents 25 years ago with many interesting twists and turns that is bound to keep viewers glued to their TV sets.

Also Read: A Wednesday Addams Series, Plus 3 Other Major New Netflix Releases to Check Out Next Week

Know More Than Everything About The Launch Of Snapchat Pwa For Windows

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Snapchat Pwa For Windows

Progressive Web Apps PWA refers to all those web applications that are operated and helmed by the Web pages; however, it looks like the application. These PWAs get support for home screen icons and notifications. Snapchat has entered the list of PWAs as Snapchat has released compatible apps for Windows 10 and Windows 11 users. Users can get this app from the Microsoft Store. Snapchat can perform its tasks on Microsoft Edge of Windows 10 and 11 PCs. Read ahead to know more about how to maintain your streaks through any device. Prior to the launch of Snapchat PWA, Windows-based Snapchat was the web version of Snapchat, launched this year a while back.

We have got many PWAs, including discord, spotify, Uber, pinterest, to name a few. In a similar way as many other PWAs Windows will require Microsoft Edge to run snapchat on Windows 10 and 11 PCs. It is to be noted that snapchat is taken as a ‘native’ app that means “applications designed to work on a particular platform or operating system”. Users operating Snapchat on windows will gain the similar experience just like in the handsets. As windows will be supporting the notification function of the app and also offer the support to display the app icon. Furthermore, as it is the case with other messaging apps on Windows, users can form a shortcut for the PWA on the desktop, taskbar, to enable access to the app promptly.

Snapchat app is adored by its fair share of users and keeps the users hooked to their platform for the entertainment it caters to. As it was tipped from the Windows Central that the Snapchat app will be a progressive Web App for Windows. It is further confirmed that the app will provide Microsoft’s Chromium-based Microsoft Edge browser to run. Additionally, 1.4 MB is the download size of the app and will come with the features that were in the Web version. The latest version of Microsoft Edge will be the compatible system for the app. If the user owns the Windows 10 and Windows 11 PCs and the latest version of Microsoft Edge then they can install the app on PCs itself and enjoy the experience.

Snapchat Pwa For Windows

While we are at it, it was also tipped that Snapchat+ has launched a new feature that includes premium subscription services. This feature entails “Custom Story Expiration” and many more additional services. This feature officially rolled out in India in August. Users have to pay Rs. 49 per month to enjoy the premium subscription services.

Conclusion

Snapchat has rolled out as the Progressive Web Application for Windows that will allow the user to use the application in the WIndows 10 and Windows 11 PCs. Users can enjoy sending their snaps via PCs and gain the same experience as on different devices.

Spotify Wrapped 2022: How to See Your Top 5 Artists, Songs, Playlists of the Year

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Spotify Wrapped 2022

December is a month usually reserved for reminiscing, a time to look back and indulge in the enjoyable recollection of the year that just passed by. Some of our favourite apps do come up with campaigns that help in reliving those spent well days with their innovation memories or recollection features. Spotify’s annual viral campaign “Spotify Wrapped” is one such feature that allows users to see a compilation of their top 5 artists, songs, and playlist of the year based on the music they listened to throughout the year. So, how can you check your Spotify Wrapped 2022? Let’s find out.

How to see your Spotify Wrapped 2022? Follow the steps below and get a compilation of your top 5 artists, songs, and playlists of the year on your app:

Step 1. Update Your Spotify App

First things first, make sure you have the latest version of Spotify updated on your device to be able to access the Spotify Wrapped 2022 feature. To see if your current version needs an update or not, all you have to do is Visit the Play Store or App Store on your smartphone and open the Spotify app page. If your app is up-to-date, you will see an Open button in green colour and in case your app has to be updated, you will see an Update button instead. If you see an Update button, then update your app by tapping on it before moving on to the next step.

Step 2. Open the Spotify App and Log In using your Spotify account id, password

To be able to know your music listening history on the app, it is a must that you are logged in using the account you have been using throughout the year. The app has to identify you for being able to fetch your listening data. So, check if you are logged in or not. Users can use their Google or Apple IDs or any other Email ID to have a Spotify account. So, in case you can’t recall your ID and Password for logging in, make sure your check those IDs or Emails.

Spotify Wrapped 2022

Step 3. Get Your Spotify Wrapped 2022 feature

Once you logged in to your account on the up-to-date version of the Spotify app, simply go ahead and open the app. The first prompt in your updated logged-in account should be of Spotify Wrapped 2022 musical recap asking you to “Jump In” for the feature to prepare a compilation for you. You can tap on the “Jump In” button at the bottom of the screen for the feature to work.

The Spotify Wrapped feature will show multiple slides with a recap of your top 5 artists, songs and playlists of the year. Once you check all the slides on the Spotify Wrapped results, you will see an option with multiple cards that you can go ahead and share on your social media timelines.

In case you wish to postpone this feature at the first prompt, you can dismiss the pop-up and later check the feature again. In case you accidentally dismissed the pop-up, you can still come back later and check the Spotify Wrapped 2022 feature through a shortcut. The shortcut to the feature can be found on the home page of the Spotify app whenever you open the app next time.

Passengers to Be Notified if Uber Driver Takes Unexpected Route

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Uber
Uber

Introduction

Uber is one of the most convenient modes of transport that we have today but one thing that constantly worries people is whether it is safe to take an Uber ride or not. Now, with this new feature, the passengers will get notifications if and when any Uber drive takes an unexpected route.

Highlights

  • Uber Technologies Inc. has introduced a brand new feature where passengers will be alerted via notification whenever the driver takes a completely different route
  • The company hopes to improve on its security measures as it has been a constant source of concern for many passengers
  • This will be an added bonus to the Uber Safety Line as passengers can confirm whether they’re having a safe ride.

Uber Driver Changing Routes to Alert Passengers

Uber Technologies Inc. has made travelling a lot easier for those who don’t own a car or two-wheeler because all they need to do is to book a cab on Uber and it will be available at their doorstep immediately.

Uber

However, over the years, many travelers have not been happy with the company’s services as they find Uber driver’s behavior to be uncouth, others don’t like it when the driver takes a different route on the road, along with many other issues.

Therefore, people who’ve never travelled by Uber are skeptical on whether it will be safe, especially ladies. Luckily, Uber has come up with a new security feature where the passenger will receive a notification if the Uber driver takes an unexpected and different route.

Uber RideCheck is an important tool that ensures the safety of both driver and the passengers as it is a safety protocol informing emergency dispatchers if they’re feeling something wrong or amiss during the ride, where both driver and passenger receive a notification to confirm their status.

Passengers can contact Uber’s safety line for up to half an hour after the conclusion of their trip, while this new feature will alert passengers whenever the driver takes an unexpected turn that deviates from the location on the Google Maps, whereas earlier it would happen only when the driver took a long halt.

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Olight Introduces New Carbon Fiber Flashlight

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Carbon Fiber Flashlight
OLIGHT

Introduction

Olight has introduced a new carbon fiber flashlight that is considered to be quite tactical when compared to the company’s previous models, which has acquired an excellent reputation flashlights of topnotch quality.

Highlights

  • Olight is a well known company that has produced many flashlights with the latest one being The Unique i3T EOS that has carbon fiber
  • It comes with an IP-68 Rating, which makes it highly resistant to water
  • It also has a strong battery life through which different tasks that require more light can be performed easily and quickly.

Unique i3T EOS Carbon Fiber Flashlight

We all have become accustomed to electronic gadgets and devices around us, especially in this day and age when it is virtually impossible to exist without them, as can be seen around you.

Flashlights are considered ordinary gadgets when compared to smartphones but it cannot be denied that they are just as useful as them. While some might argue that smartphones have flashlights too, it is difficult to say no when the flashlight manufacturer is Olight.

Carbon Fiber Flashlight
OLIGHT

The company is well known for making torches and flashlights of A1 quality whose efficiency can never be doubted upon, which includes its latest model called the unique I3T EOS that is a carbon fiber flashlight.

Olight has claimed that it is one of the best products they’ve come out with in recent times because it has been created via a series of processes that are extremely complicated that includes fusion of aluminum alloy and carbon fiber.

Olight is one of the biggest tech-driven lighting companies ever, which is why its words can’t be doubted, especially when you see that prior to I3T EOS, the stores did not have any fiber flashlights of any kind.

I3T EOS Carbon Fiber Flashlight Features

I3T EOS comes with a strong pocket clip that is easy to store in your pocket where you don’t have to worry about it falling out because the clip is such that it is firm but not too tight so as to cause discomfort to anyone.

The flashlight will continue to work even after being doused in water as it comes with an IPX8 Rating, which is one of the biggest plus points that any flashlight should have in current times.

I3T EOS also has an LED that is of great use with a TIR as it is capable of producing a balance beam with low and high brightness settings, where the low one is useful for reading and up-close tasks, while the high one is useful for doing tasks in the dark.

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iPhone 14 Series Sales Skyrocketing; Surpasses Samsung

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IPHONE 14 SERIES

Introduction

It looks like Apple is doing extremely well considering the massive sales that the recently launched iPhone 14 series has been receiving but what is interesting here is that the sales have even surpassed those of Samsung.

Also Read: iPhone 14 Pro Delivery Delayed; Users Can’t Get it Before Christmas

Highlights

  • iPhone 14 series has revived the global smartphone market in the post pandemic era like no other
  • As Apple is gearing up to launch new devices, this news will encourage smartphone manufacturers big time
  • The massive surge in sales is being attributed to the shopping season promotions that happen during the year end.

iPhone 14 Series’ Sales Boom Spells Good News

The last two years have seen several industries declining due to the Covid-19 pandemic that saw many deaths, while businesses plunged badly, specifically the tech industry.

2022 has brought significant improvement to the industry where almost all big tech giants came out with excellent devices, whether it is smartphones, smartwatches, laptops, and others, but one of the most awaited was Apple’s iPhone 14 series.

It was launched in September 2022 that received relatively good reviews, while its design was criticized by many people, including the late Steve Jobs’ daughter, as they felt that it was quite monotonous and could not be differentiated from the design of the previous models.

According to many smartphone reports like Counterpoint Research, Apple is the only big tech vendor that has seen a growth in month-to-month sales in October 2022, and nowhere more than in China, where it achieved a 25% market share, which helped Apple to surpass Samsung Electronics and take the coveted top position.

iPhone 14

In terms of global sales, iPhone 14 Pro Max and iPhone 14 Pro occupy the top two positions, respectively, in the month of October, while the whole iPhone 14 series led the flagship phone sales to go above $800, which is a new record.

However, all said and done, the road ahead is anything but smooth for iPhone 14 production due to the massive unrest that happened in the Foxconn factory in Zhengzhou, China, that faced a bottleneck in terms of production due to which the sales plunged significantly.

iPhone 14 Present Situation

The company has to work a little harder to reduce the quantities of production in Foxconn because it is the world’s largest iPhone factory that manufacturers the most number of iPhones and due to the current situation, the devices that are manufactured will be seldom available for customers to purchase.

The Christmas season is just around the corner due to which Apple’s business will be further affected as customers will start looking for different alternatives in the smartphone segment, while the ongoing unrest will only make business worse with each passing day unless it is sorted out soon.

Also Read: iPhone 14 Pro Delivery Delayed; Users Can’t Get it Before Christmas

Apple Hopes to Improve iPhone 15 Performance via Sony Camera Sensor

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Apple iPhone 15
Apple iPhone 15

Introduction

Apple will soon launch its new iPhone 15 series that will be equipped with some interesting features like the Sony camera image sensors for an improved quality in performance, which was lacking in its previous models.

Also Read: iPhone 15 Pro Port Faster than iPhone 15; Asserts Analysts

Highlights

  • iPhone 15 models will be equipped with Sony’s newest “state of the art” image sensors.
  • Sony Semiconductor Solutions developed the new image sensor.
  • Incorporating the new image sensor into the upcoming iPhones will be crucial for Sony.

Apple iPhone 15 to Get Sony Camera Sensor

Apple has had a wonderful 2022, along with other tech giants like Samsung, Google, OPPO, and others, all of whom have rolled out their best this time around.

Speaking of Apple, it launched its much awaited iPhone 14 series in September 2022 that was quite well received, even though many people criticized its repetitive design, including Steve Jobs’ daughter, but it did manage to win over the majority of the public.

Now the company will soon launch its new iPhone 15 series of smartphones very soon that will be equipped with some interesting features, while the devices include four models: iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Plus, and iPhone 15 Pro Max.

All the iPhone 15 models will be equipped with the new Sony image sensors, which have been described as ‘state of the art’ as it has been developed by Sony Semiconductor Solutions and began shipping it to Apple and other smartphone manufacturers.

Among the many features, iPhone 15 will probably come with a titanium chassis with curved rear edges that will replace the square designs of the previous models, while the back edges might be rounded for creating a new border.

It has been reported that Apple may not be able to bring in its own modems for iPhones in 2023, which is why it will use Qualcomm’s 5g modems for iPhone 15 Ultra as well, which might be disappointing for certain users, although Qualcomm is also an excellent alternative.

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