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Amazon Alleges Some TV Vendors are not Partnering Over Fear of Retaliation from Google

October 26, 2022

Amazon alleges many TV hardware vendors have refused to a partnership with the company fearing retaliation from Google, one the world’s biggest tech companies. According to the revelation, multiple original equipment manufacturers have expressed an inability to enter into an association with the e-commerce company because of their contractual constraints to Google, which either block or limit them from doing business with Amazon.

The e-commerce company made the statements in front of the Competition Commission of India or CCI during the watchdog’s years-long investigation into Google. CCI has been investigating Google since many industry players accused the internet giant of abusing its dominant power in the market.

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The anti-trust watchdog has recently slapped a “monetary penalty of Rs 1337.76 crore on Google for abusing its dominant position in multiple markets in the Android Mobile device ecosystem.” CCI, last Friday, released the details of the investigation carried out by them including Amazon’s allegation in a 293-page penalty order.

While CCI tried speaking to many dominant industry players, however, Amazon’s unit was probably the only representative of any company that spoke freely to the investigators.

What Amazon revealed to CCI during their investigative discussions

“Amazon has explored working with mobile OEMs/ODMs/CMs who also manufacture non-mobile smart media devices, such as smart TVs, to enable those manufacturers to distribute non-mobile smart media devices (including smart TVs) running the Fire OS (e.g., Fire TV Edition (FTVE) for smart TVs).

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In these discussions with OEMs, at least seven OEMs have indicated that their ability to enter into a manufacturing relationship of this kind with Amazon is either blocked entirely or significantly limited (e.g., in terms of geographic scope) by their contractual commitments to Google and the concern that Google would retaliate against another of the OEM’s businesses that produce Android devices.”

According to the CCI report, Amazon has said that manufacturers openly expressed their desire to work with the e-commerce company but they couldn’t because of Google’s fear. Amazon unit further revealed, “In others, the OEM has tried and failed to obtain “permission” from Google. For example, such discussions occurred with Skyworth, TPV (with respect to the Philips brand), UMC (with respect to the Sharp brand), Foxconn (with respect to the Sharp brand), and Panasonic. Panasonic also shared concerns about possible retaliation by Google against its automotive and aviation businesses if it proceeded with FTVE installation on smart TVs.”

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Aside from many other allegations made during the investigation, Amazon also revealed how the creation and growth of their own mobile browser “Slik” were negatively impacted by Google’s direct or indirect intimidation of many vendors against working with others including Amazon.

The CCI report briefly mentions this allegation made by Amazon while imposing the monetary penalty on Google. The report says, “This impacted Amazon Silk adoption because Amazon’s research at the time showed that the default browser was used by 58% of users, leaving Amazon Silk to compete with other web browsers such as Opera, Firefox, and UC for the minority of users not using the default browser.”

Kantara OTT Release Date: When and Where Can You Watch It?

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October 25, 2022

Regional cinema is winning hearts all the way and rightly so! This time it is a Kannada film Kantara that has been creating havoc amongst both critics and audiences. Written, Directed and Starred by Rishab Shetty, Kantara is now expected to become the highest grossing films of Kannada film industry. If you are also reading some great reviews of the film on social media and wondering when is the film going to see an OTT release, we have news for you. The negotiations between Kantara’s makers and one of country’s leading streaming platforms are on and the film is eyeing an OTT release very soon.

As per the buzz in the media, Kantara can get an OTT release as soon as November 4, 2022 via the leading streaming platform, Amazon Prime Video. The streaming platform is also expected to release another successful venture, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan starrer Ponniyin Selvan on the same day.

Although an official announcement is yet to be made, the slightest news related to the OTT release of the film is getting all the attention. It is understandable why the makers would want to keep the release date under the wrap at the moment. The film is having a great theatrical run country wide and any news about the film releasing on OTT can harm any potential business.

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Kantara in recent days have received great word of mouth from every film goer across the country for its story and exceptional presentation. Online the film has garnered many praises from netizens, which has been significant in increasing the film’s reach.

Popularity of the film has been such that while the makers initially released the film only in Kannada with English subtitles, they soon had to dub the film in other languages. The Kannada version with English subtitles hit the theatres on September 30th 2022. Thanks to the overwhelming response from the audience and a wide demand raised through many platforms, the other language dubbed versions were also released in theatres on October 14th 2022.

Kantara has already been dubbed in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Malayalam. The Malayalam version is schedule to hit the cinemas this week. This move of quickly dubbing the film in other languages has also shown a terrific upward trend on the box office with numbers rising dramatically. The film has already crossed Rs 100 crore globally and is expected to soon become the highest grossing films to come out of Kannada film industry.

Also Read: Kantara to Get Netflix OTT Release in Hindi on December 9

As per the rumours, the film had already sold it digital and satellite rights before the release on big screen.

The applause for Kantara hasn’t been limited to critics or audience, a lot of well known faces from entertainment industry has also publicly appreciated the film.

Popular Tamil star Dhanush recently tweeted after watching the films and all the words of praise fell short. He tweeted, “Kantara .. Mind blowing !! A must watch .. Rishab Shetty , you should be very proud of yourself. Congratulations hombale films.. keep pushing the boundaries. A big hug to all the actors and technicians of the film. God bless.”

Actor Rana Daggubati also showered praises on the film as the actor tweeted, “Kannada’s @shetty_rishab and @hombalefilms are on *fire emoji* what an extraordinary film #Kantara is!! Congratulations to each and everyone who was part of the film! @shetty_rishab truly inspired!!”

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Recently Bollywood Actress Kangana Ranaut also did not shy away from displaying her genuine reaction after watching the film. The actress, who has been banned from Twitter last year for posting hateful content, rather took to Instagram for sharing her views. Ranaut said in an Intagram story, “I feel #Kantara should be India’s entry to Oscar next year, I know year is yet to end and there may be better films coming, but more than Oscar India needs the right representation globally… this land of mysteries and Mystics one can’t understand one can only embrace it …. India is like a miracle… if you try and make sense of it you will only get frustrated but if you surrender to the miracle you can also be one …. Kantara is an experiential reality which world must experience .. @rishabshetty77.”

Kantara is a action-thriller with a storyline full of drama and action. This is village story where the director Rishab Shetty himself is playing the lead role of Shiva.

It is about a fictional village Kantara of Dakshina Kannnada well protected by the Demigods. All these Demigods are believed to be the Guardians and protectors of the Kantara. The village is full of traditional culture of Kambla and Bhootha Kola.

What begins as an ego battle in the start of the film soon winds up as a battle between the villagers and the evil officers. Shiva (Rishab Shetty) leads the village as the protagonist and also leads the battle on the behalf of the villagers. The story soon centres on how to protect the village at all cost.

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All the dialogues, the story and the screenplay of the film is also penned by directory & actor Rishab Shetty himself. To call is a one man show won’t be all wrong. The film also has actress Sapthami Gowda in the female lead role. Other actors such as Kishore, Achuth Kumar, Pramod Shetty, and Vinay Biddappa can be in pivotal supporting roles in the film.

The film is produced by Vijay Kiragandur under the banner Hombale Films. B Ajaneesh Loknath is the music composer while Arvind S Kashyap handled the exceptional cinematography. Pratheek Shetty and K M Prakash have been credited for editing the film.

OTT Media Service Platforms; Details Inside

Team My Mobile

October 25, 2022

OTT Media Service Platforms — OTT Platforms

In Brief

There was a time when movies and cricket were the two biggest forms of entertainment in India and the trend continues to this day. Theatre going was a unique experience where viewers went to watch their favourite heroes perform superhuman feats on the big screen.

Going to the theatre and watching a movie has been a surreal experience for nearly a century as Indian Cinema, and cinema in general, is more than 120 years old, that continues to grow with each passing day, and none more so than India.

While movies and movie stars are revered like demigods in India, theatres are slowly becoming a thing of the past with the advent of over-the-top (OTT) services. Sacred Games was the first web-series that ushered in the OTT revolution in the country, thereby paving way for many shows of its kind, along with different genres.

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Covid-19 has also played a huge role in the public losing interest in going to theatres as they were confined to their homes for nearly a year due to the pandemic and discovered the power of OTT, and discovering the content from other film industries in India and the rest of the world.

2022 has been a unique year for Indian Cinema as only big budget action adventures laden with fantasy and over the top performances have become hits, with RRR and KGF: Chapter 2 leading the pack.

People are no longer interested in going to theatres unless it’s a film akin to the two mentioned above, which is a big reason why many other flicks have bitten the dust at the box office, and are far more comfortable sitting at home and waiting for the new releases to come up on OTT platforms.

Also Read: Kantara to Get Netflix OTT Release in Hindi on December 9

OTT is defined as a streaming media service that is offered directly to viewers via the internet that bypasses the cable, satellite, and broadcast television platforms. Due to the aforementioned pandemic, filmmakers are now releasing their movies on OTT platforms, by selling the rights for a huge sum.

Some of the best OTT Platforms in India are as follows:

Netflix

We’ll start with the most popular one that showcased Sacred Games and offers four subscription plans viz. Standard, Basic, Mobile, and Premium, that cost Rs.499, Rs.199, Rs.199, and Rs.649, respectively

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Amazon Prime Video

It was launched in India in 2016 and comes in the conversations of the best top 5 platforms in the country, where you can watch movies and shows in six Indian languages, with Amazon Prime Music joining the fray in February 2018. You can get an annual membership for Rs.1499, while monthly plan is for Rs.199, and 3 month plan is Rs.459

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Disney+ Hotstar

It is a subsidiary of Disney’s Star India where you can avail two subscription plans, which are VIP and Premium, where the former focuses on sports and domestic programmes, and the latter focuses on international movies and series (HBO, Showtime, among others). There are three plans available- Mobile Plan for Rs.499, Super Plan for Rs.899, and Premium plan for Rs.1499, which are valid for a year but all have different benefits

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Zee5

It is a subsidiary of Zee Entertainment Enterprises run by Essel Group that was launched on February 14, 2018, in India with content in 12 Indian languages and three plans- 12 month plan for Rs.499 as limited period offer, while the plan is for Rs.999, while you get 3 screens for a yearly plan

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Sony LIV

A subsidiary of Sony Pictures Networks India, Sony LIV has three subscription offers for its subscribers- Rs.299 per month, Rs.699 for six months, and Rs.999 per year where the LIV Special Subscription is for Rs.199 in a year while LIV Special+ is for Rs.399 a year

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Draft telecom Bill: TRAI Opposed to Regulation of OTT Platforms

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October 25, 2022

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has vocally registered its disagreement with the proposition of regulating OTT (Over the Top) telecommunication services. According to recent media reports, the TRAI communicated its decision to the Department of Telecommunication recently during the draft bill consultation session.

It all started with the release of draft Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022. As per the draft bill, the DoT has introduced the idea of extending the reach of telecommunication services in order to include OTT services.

TRAI back in 2020 had also communicated its opposition saying that OTT apps such as Whatsapp don’t require any regulatory intervention at the moment. A TRAI official at that was quoted, “We had suggested a relook at the issue may be attempted later on, especially after more clarity in international jurisdictions emerged. This was based on how the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) was studying the issue on a global scale.”

The TRAI official in 2020 revealed the ITU was yet to make any suggestion in regards to the idea of regulating the sector. Since then, the recent telecommunication bill has made such proposal.

As per media reports, TRAI had advocated an issue-based approach to policymaking for OTTs instead of bringing OTTs under the same regulatory ambit.

For example, the discussion happened on two different points of consideration; one was based on the impact of OTT services on traditional telecom service providers. While the second point on contention was the economic and security implications of such services.

According to the draft Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022, the Department of Telecommunication recently proposed extending the scope of the term telecommunication services. The bill outlines that the word “telecommunication” should include OTT communication apps like WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram. The draft bill has also presented the concept of a license that all the OTT communication apps like Whatsapp or Telegram has to avail from the government.

In other news, the Minister of Telecommunication Ashwini Vaishnaw has clarified the Department of Telecommunication’s position. While speaking to the media, Vaishnaw reminded all concerns parities that the daft telecommunication bill 2022 is still at the drafting stage and any changes based on the suggestions made by the industry will be incorporated.

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The minister also said that the government is only in favour of bringing “light-touch regulations” only in order to keep the customer interest in place. The primary thought behind the proposal of introducing regulation has been to keep issues of cyber fraud in check. He also indicated that the government is planning on coming up with “a series of procedural reforms.”

“The industry has shared its inputs on the draft Indian Telecommunication Bill 2022. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India’s concerns are being addressed,” Telecommunication Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told the media personnel during an interaction. These were the minister’s first comments on the matter and also the first time any government authority acknowledging the regulator’s worries.

“The department has taken a careful approach, but it’s a draft anyway. And once we have a new Telecommunications Act in place, we will also come up with licensing reforms,” the minister added.

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As for the timeline to share inputs on the bill, the government has extended the deadline for industry to submit their comments on the proposal draft bill. It was earlier set at 20th October 2022, which now has been extended till 30th October. The decision was taken after many stakeholders from the industry expressed their stance and requested for an extension.

A Department of Telecommunication notification read, “In response to requests received from several stakeholders, the ministry has decided to extend the last date for receipt of comments till October 30.”

About the Draft Indian Telecommunication Bill 2022

The Ministry of Communications last month released a draft of the Indian Telecommunication Bill 2022 inviting comments from public and stakeholders. The bill has been introduced to replace and update the extant regulatory framework to keep pace with the ever-evolving advancements and challenges in the sector. However, the introduction of the drafts bill has invited a large number of suggestions since its introduction. Many stakeholders have suggested various changes while the industry has been visible apprehensive about the development.

Also Read: TRAI’s Concerns Over Draft Telecom Bill Provisions Said to Be Duly Addressed

The need for such a bill has been felt from long time now considering the all the main legistations of the industry are noticeably inadequate to match the pace of modern times. The three laws currently supporting the sector are the Indian Telegraph Act enacted in 1885, the Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act enacted in 1933 and the Telegraph Wires (Unlawful) Possession Act in 1950. The fact that out of all the three current legislation the latest one is no less than 70 years old demonstrates the problem itself.

In case the readers are wondering how a telecommunication bill effects OTT services, it is worth noting that the Over-the-top (OTT) communication services is basically offering real time person-to-person telecommunication services.

Some of the famous OTT communication service providers include Whatsapp, Telegram, Signal, Messenger, Duo, and Google Meet etc. These services facilitate person-to-person communication with the use of internet completely bypassing the traditional satellite network calls.

The OTT communication service providers on one hand use the network infrastructure of telecom service providers such as Airtel, Vodafone and Jio and on the hand they provide telecommunication services that hamper their business.

Telecom Service Providers (TSPs) have often complaint about the disruption this causes in their business and how OTT communication has taken a major bite into their revenue source. This is why the need to have a regulation for such telecommunication service providers has been felt for a long time now.

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Vivo V25 Pro Review: Upgraded Model Statement

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October 25, 2022

Highlights

Vivo V25 Pro Model
Camera Setup
Battery Capacity

What are your expectations for the latest Vivo V series model? Do you think V25 Pro is a worthy option? What are your thoughts on its features and specifications?

In Brief

When it comes to choosing the best electronic gadgets, we’re all spoiled for choice and our preferences entirely depend on which is the best brand in our eyes. Some might prefer Apple, some would go for Samsung, and yet there are some that are partial to the likes of Sony and Vivo.

They all are massive tech giants that have given their customers a reason to smile and rejoice with their extraordinary (to the customers) gadgets that are successful in catering to the tastes of every new generation.

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Vivo is a Chinese tech brand that has rolled out some of the best smartphones, along with several other gadgets for many years. 2022 has been no different as all tech giants have given the best they have to offer, as of late, whether it is Apple with their iPhone 14 series smartphones, or Google with their new Pixel series of smartphones that were launched on October 7, 2022.

The latest is Vivo V25 Pro that was launched in India on August 17, 2022, with much anticipation as users were anxiously waiting for the smartphone to hit the market as many of them wanted to see whether it matches the expectations of its predecessors like Vivo V23 Pro, which was a mid-range model where the main laser focus was on its design.

It was V23 that first introduced the colour changing panel as its USP for the V series, apart from the usual surge in its price that was higher than Vivo V20 Pro, its predecessor while this V23 came at Rs.38,990.

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My Opinion

Vivo V25 Pro comes in a grey coloured rectangular box with ‘V25 Pro emblazoned at the top with the company’s title ‘Vivo’ at the bottom right. The imprinting is quite unique as the font is larger than what you usually get for other brands.

The box is slightly heavy to hold as you can feel the weight of its contents inside and, sure enough, on opening it, I found the smartphone kept in a transparent plastic sheet through which the device, of blue colour, was visible.

The plastic sheet, in question, was a UV glue tempered glass screen protector, whose job is to protect the side buttons and receiver parts so as to prevent the glue from tampering the device in any way possible.

V25 Pro model was encased in a plastic backcover kept in the opening, which I immediately took out and examined the phone. The device is quite light with a backscreen that was blue in colour, as mentioned above, and had a triple camera setup where it was given ‘TRIPLE-CAM’ and, right below, was 1:1.89-2-4/16-25 OIS (acronym for Optical Image Stabilization).

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I then explored the box even further and found the handset’s manual and a guide labelled ‘V2158’ Quick Start Guide, where it provided a brief intro on how to set up the phone and use its main features.

The manual contained safety instructions on how and how not to operate the device, apart from the necessary details regarding its maintenance, warranty card, smartphone usage, along with the regular instructions.

At the bottom of the box, was the charger encased in its opening with the USB Type-C port adjacent to it, which finally completed the entire picture of the box and its array of contents that made up the device.

I held the smartphone in each hand for a few seconds very delicately as though I was holding an expensive painting made of glass that was worth billions. I was careful to handle the handset properly and found many of its features and specifics quite similar to V23 Pro and was slightly disappointed, even though the new model is quite good.

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Its software performance is quite fluid for multitasking as I didn’t feel any kind of stuttering or lag, which was due to the 120Hz refresh rate display, while the pOLED display is good for bright outdoors and produces saturated colours at default standard screen setting.

Features & Specifications of Vivo V25 Pro

The device, as mentioned, is similar in design to V23 Pro, although while the latter was quite slim and a little chubby, V25 is not as much because it has a thickness of 8.62mm, while the mid-frame is chrome finished and comes with a glossy texture.

It comes with a 6.56 inch full HD+ AMOLED display with a thin and uniform bezel all around that curves on the right and left sides, which gives the smartphone a premium and regal look.

Conclusion

All in all, it does have a few drawbacks here and there, but Vivo V 25 Pro has come with many excellent improvements when compared to V 23 Pro. Its pricing and strategy might need reconsidering but the display that is curved-edge gives it a premium and regal look.

It is a considerable option for users to try out and much better than its predecessors even though you can get good alternatives. My rating is 3 out of 5 stars.

What is OTT (Over-the-Top)? Everything You Need to Know

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October 25, 2022

The pandemic induced an unconventional modern-era culture in every sphere of life. The disruption was not limited to our work lives or the way we interact with each other, it even changed the way we consume content. This, certainly, includes the way we now watch movies, TV and other forms of mass entertainment. Unless you are living under a rock chances are that you must have already heard, used or read about OTT. The Over The Top (OTT) technology, though existed much before the pandemic, was definitely accelerated further after the lockdown. The question is, what is OTT? Let’s understand.

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OTT is the term used for the delivery of content, such as movies, TV shows, or other video content, directly to the audience over the internet. This is the modern way of bypassing cable or any other traditional satellite service provider. Also popularly known as video streaming services, OTT content is available through multiple devices including mobile phones, gaming consoles, tablets, computers and television sets with internet connectivity. Some of the well-known OTT or streaming platforms include Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney +, Hulu, and Apple TV.

As a viewer, it is imperative not to get confused between OTT and video streaming services. Both terms, while sound and seem the same, are quite different in terms of experience and technology. Video streaming is when videos are streamed on different devices such as mobile phones, tablets or computers. A popular example of this is YouTube. OTT, on the other hand, is an on-demand video content platform where users pay for a subscription or particular content and stream it on different devices. The OOT service providers create their own apps and websites to reach their audience.

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The focus on OTT has rather increased in the past year with many industry experts positioning it as a threat to traditional ways of theatres or cable TV. The instances of cord-cutting are believed to be on the rise giving another reason to worry. Cord-cutting is when viewers completely reject the traditional ways of viewing content by cancelling their subscription to satellite or cable service providers. This audience segment dedicatedly switches to streaming services for content or entertainment.

Let’s understand more about OTT.

How is OTT Delivered to the end consumer?

OTT is all about streaming content on-the-go. The easy access that comes with OTT makes it popular amongst the young generation. The only requirement to stream OTT content is high-speed internet and a smart device. Viewers can then consume any content from any corner of the world at their own convenient time. If you are a smartphone or tablet user, all you need to do is download the streaming platform application. For personal computer users, content can be easily accessible through desktop applications or web browsers. The third option is to use any connected TV device or game console.

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What are some popular examples of OTT Services?

Like mentioned before, unless you are living under a rock chances are that you are already using some OTT service. Even then some of the popular names of OTT services include Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max, Zee5, SonyLiv, and Apple TV. However, the credit to make OTT a household name and completely take over the market of online entertainment somewhere goes to Netflix.

Netflix, undisputedly, has been the leader and should be credited for establishing an entire industry on its back. The company started their streaming media and video on demand services as early as 2007 and while many at that time wouldn’t have believed in the idea, Netflix carved a niche in no time. The success has been surprising for many including the earlier DVD rental giant Netflix. The CEO of Netflix, mentions in the popular book No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention, “what did [Netflix] possibly have to offer that [Blockbuster] couldn’t do more effectively themselves?”

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What are the advantages of OTT Over Traditional Satellite or Other Service Providers?

While we have already mentioned some of the biggest pluses of OTT, below are some major benefits discussed in a brief.

The audience, through OTT, gets a variety of content and gets access to content from all across the world
There is great freedom associated with OTT for the viewers. Rather than getting exposed to what the service providers want you to watch, here you can choose your source of entertainment from a gazillion of options.
Simple content delivery systems with no hassles on how, where or when an audience can consume the content.
The affordability of these streaming platforms is one of the major driving forces for many medium-earning people to go for them instead of buying a movie ticket or getting a poorly managed monthly cable subscription.
OTT service provides unprecedented data transparency that otherwise traditional sources of entertainment could never manage. It is one of the reasons why many content producers are also willing to release their products on these platforms because they get to know the potential of their content well in advance through the streaming service’s willingness to share data.

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What is the future of OTT?

The way people watch Television or Movies has seen drastic shifts in the past decade. Entertainment is no longer a dinner table pass time or weekend family getaway. People have now learned to enjoy content on their own and most of the young generation even prefer it that way. OTT has been a game-changer in this regard. Having said that, the quality of content is where the buck is going to stop.

Netflix is no more the sole player and stale content is no longer going to get you more eyeballs. The audience will no longer watch something just because the content provider is streaming it, something that was the case with old-school television. The future of these OTT platforms completely depends on the quality of their content.

Also Read: List of top 12 OTT platforms in India

Google Lamda: New Age Chat Tech

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October 25, 2022

In Brief

Google is one of the biggest tech giants in the world that has acquired a stature that is near impossible to match and has sustained that position for more than two decades, which is no mean feat either.

It is impertinent for any tech giant to know how to change with times so as to cater to the tastes of the new generation. Google has rolled out many outstanding devices since the past many years likes smartphones, laptops, earbuds, airpods, along with many others.

The tech giant has been quite competent with applications as well and has added another one to its illustrious list. Google has come out with a unique Artificial Intelligence (AI) system, which is under trial and only three scenarios as of now.

Google LAMDA (Language Model for Dialogue Applications) is the name of the app, which currently has a UK version, although those using the app cannot teach any new tricks or features of the trade.

Google has already clarified that this is a new age technology designed to power chatbots that is incapable of thoughts and feelings of its own. In order to use Google LAMDA, users need to have a Google account, either on Apple or Android device, and download/register for the AI Test Kitchen app, where they need to join a waiting list to play it.

The US version of LAMDA was launched in August 2022, due to which there were thousands of sign ups that day. It is not very often that you get to see any tech giant open up chatbots to the public and Google has learned from past experiences to know better as Microsoft’s Tay is considered the most notorious one as it taught users on how to swear and offend.

Conclusion

Google LAMDA has been very successful in both UK and US version as people are considering it a powerful tool even though Google doesn’t seem to want being taken seriously as yet.

Many users have expressed their desire to interact with the tool and continue to enquire to do so. All in all, it is a worthy enough chat tech tool that has become popular amongst users.

Also Read: Google’s new AI Test Kitchen app lets users understand its conversational AI

Building a PC? Here is the list of best CPUs you can buy for every Budget !

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October 24, 2022

list of best CPUs you can buy for every Budget

Henry Cavill, aka Superman, answered the age-old question, PlayStation or Xbox, when he was asked the same thing back in the day. The Man of Steel responded immediately and said, “PC.” Superman is a member of the master race of personal computers, just like the rest of us. We now have sufficient evidence to support the claim that personal computers are the best for hard core gaming. So if you are looking to build one and you are under a certain budget, then look no further, because we have compiled a list of all the latest PCs that are available on the market right now!

Budget: 20,000 INR

PC building can be a tedious task, especially when you are on a tight budget. For optimal gaming, you need to have an integrated or dedicated GPU. When it comes to GPUs, you think about Intel or AMD. Well, that argument is for some other day because both brands have their own pros and cons. But for this specific build, we are going with AMD.

PC Configuration	Model	Price
CPU	AMD RYZEN 3- 3200G APU	₹8,250
Motherboard	Gigabyte H310M-H Motherboard	₹4,840
RAM	CORSAIR 8GB Vengeance LPX DDR4	₹2,930
Storage	Western Digital WD Green 120 GB	₹1,747
PSU	Zebronics 450 W Power Supply	₹550
Case	BBC 8862 Gaming Cabinet	₹2,300
Total		₹19,427

Let’s see why these components are the most effective for your gaming stage as a newbie.

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AMD RYZEN 3- 3200G APU

An impeccable 2nd generation processor which comes with Radeon Vega8 Graphics and a Wraith Stealth Cooling Solution, which means you can game as long as you want without worrying about the heating issues.

Some other features of the processor that you should consider:

4 Cores & 4 Threads
3.6GHz Base Clock speed and up to 4GHz Max Boost Clock speed
6MB Cache
65W TDP
2933MHz System Memory
DDR4 System Memory Type
2 Memory Channels
AM4 Socket
Wraith Stealth Heatsink Fan

Finally, it comes with a 3-year warranty too. So, if you are on an extremely tight budget, then you should go for the aforementioned build.

Let’s move on and raise our budget a little

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Budget: 30,000 INR

Now things are getting serious, and if you want to take gaming seriously, then you need a seriously impactful build. That’s why the second building on the list will let you make an impact while headshotting the hidden snipers.

PC Configuration	Model	Price
CPU	Intel Core i3-9100F 9th Gen Desktop Processor	₹7,490
Motherboard	MSI H310M PRO-VDH Plus	₹4,900
RAM	Samsung DDR4 Ram – DIMM DDR4-2666MHz	₹3,290
Storage	Western Digital WD10EZEX 1TB Internal Hard Drive	₹3,440
PSU	Ant Esports VS500L Power Supply	₹1,825
Case	Ant Esports ICE-130AG Mid Tower Computer Case	₹2,549
Graphics Card	GIGABYTE GeForce GT 1030	₹6,549
Total		₹30,043

Let’s learn about the processor, shall we?

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Intel Core i3-9100F 9th Gen

When it comes to spending money on a productive processor, it goes without saying that the Intel Core i3-9100F 9th Gen Desktop Processor is an absolute bang for your buck. None of the processors even come close if you want to game like a pro under this budget. The only limitation of this processor is that it comes without an integrated graphics card. So you have to buy that separately, but apart from that, this beast of a machine can be overclocked up to 4.2 GHz and it also comes with a 3 year warranty.

Other features that you should consider:

4 Cores/ 4 Threads
3.60 GHz base frequency, up to 4.20 GHz turbo boost
14 nm process
65 W TDP, 6 MB cache
Compatible with Intel 300 series-based motherboard

Now let’s double our budget from what we started.

Budget: 40,000 INR

The last PC build on our list is one that will definitely help you go toe-to-toe with the pro gamers. Not only that, you can also run heavy programmes like Photoshop, Premier pro, and other editing or streaming software easily.

PC Configuration	Model	Price
CPU	AMD Ryzen 5 3500 Desktop processor	₹14,479
Motherboard	MSI B450M PRO M2 MAX Gaming m-ATX Motherboard	₹6,894
RAM	Crucial Ballistic 3200 MHz 8 GB DDR4	₹2,490
Storage	WD 1 TB Internal Hard Drive HDD	₹3,249
PSU	Ant Esports VS500L Power Supply	₹1,825
Case	Ant Esports ICE-120AG Mid Tower Computer Case	₹2,590
Graphics Card	Zotac 1030 2 GB	₹8,390
Total		₹39,917

Let’s learn about this timeless processor

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AMD Ryzen 5 3500

We chose AMD for this design once more since it offers a 3.6 GHz clock speed and a 4.1 GHz maximum clock speed. It won’t be difficult to play video games at 1080p quality. Furthermore, thanks to the superb chipset performance, all modern games will operate without a problem.

Other features you should consider:

6 cores and 6 threads with 19 MB cache
Up to 4.1 GHz turbo boost speed
Includes Wraith Stealth fan
Supports AM4 socket motherboard
Supports dual-channel DDR4 RAM with up to 3200 MHz frequency

This concludes our list of budget-friendly but OP PC builds. All the models that are mentioned in our list are easily available on online selling platforms such as Amazon and Flipkart. Keep in mind that this list will only help you if you are looking for a CPU without a monitor. If you want to buy a monitor as well, then you might have to shed some extra rupees. But don’t worry, keep an eye on this place and we’ll help select a monitor as well. Until then, keep gaming!

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Xiaomi Confirms All Its Phones Support Airtel 5G

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October 24, 2022

Xiaomi has announced “5G Plus” connectivity on all its smartphones after collaboration with Bharti airtel. The strategic partnership will enhance user experience with superfast connectivity leading to seamless video calling, lag-free gaming on the cloud, and blazing downloads and uploads. Xiaomi 5G announced its service after meticulous testing with airtel and rolled out the list of Xiaomi 5G phone devices with 5G connectivity.

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Airtel 5G Sims do not need any update as they are already installed with the facility in eight cities namely- Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Gandhinagar, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jamnagar, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Pune, Siliguri, and Varanasi. Xiaomi and Redmi users need to simply select a 5G network on their respective devices without paying any extra charges. However, Airtel has not yet announced its 5G tariffs in the domestic market in India. The Airtel 5G service plan is based on the NSA structure without any subscription to the 5G Sim or 5G plan as of now. It promises to be energy and carbon efficient in its operations.

Xiaomi 5G phones with 5G connectivity

Xiaomi 12 Pro

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra

Xiaomi 11T Pro

Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G

Xiaomi 11i

Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge

Xiaomi Mi 11X Pro

Xiaomi Mi 11X

Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro

Xiaomi Mi 10

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Redmi phones with 5G connectivity

Redmi K50i

Redmi 11 Prime 5G

Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G

Redmi Note 11T 5G

Redmi Note 10T 5G

Xiaomi revealed conducting rigorous tests with Airtel 5G to ensure a seamless transition for the best experience. The Chief Marketing Officer, Anuj Sharma stated that Xiaomi 5G phones strive to play an instrumental role in providing technology to the masses. It aims to future-proof the needs of the consumers. Its 5G portfolio focuses on enabling 5G services across India with the best in class technology enhancing Xiaomi’s efforts to be at the forefront of the 5G revolution in the country. It aims to deliver high speed, enhanced reliability, and avoid latency while delivering 5G services in the mobile ecosystem.

Steps to enable 5G on Xiaomi handset

Mobile users have to get access to any 5 G-compatible MIUI-based smartphones. Change the sim card and mobile networks in the settings section of the device and select the Airtel 5G sim card for enhanced services. Thereafter, select the “Mobile Network Section” and activate 5 G services under the preferred network type option. You can follow the below-mentioned steps:

Using Settings Menu

Go to Settings on Xiaomi 5G phones

Tap on SIMs

Select “5G (recommended)” from the network type menu

Select 5G or 5G/4G/3G

Through Dialler Code

Tap the Dialler button

Enter the code: *#*#*4636*#*#*

Navigate to Phone Information for the list of different network types

Tap on “NR only” or “NR / LTE” for 5G network

All 5G phones in the global mobile market are not 5G compatible. However, now smartphone brands are ensuring that the devices carry 5G support. Following the same update Apple, Samsung, and Motorola recently announced that their devices will get the updates within a couple of months. On the other hand, Xiaomi 5G has announced that all its devices are 5G ready to go with the services.

Where is 5G technology available

Currently, 5G technology is available in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Gandhinagar, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jamnagar, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai and Pune. Other places along with Tier II and Tier III cities will soon be connected with the Xiaomi 5G phones.

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Several mobile company operators- Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone-Idea, and BSNL have targeted different regions of the country. Airtel 5G has revealed its plans of covering India with 5G technology by March 2024, on the other hand, Jio has announced its plans to cover Pan India with 5G technology by December 2023. Initially, there are no extra charges for 5G services. However, later fresh charges may be announced.

5th generation of wireless technology

The 5G services provide you with higher speed, low latency, and enhanced capacity when compared to its counterparts- 4G LTE networks. Today, 5G is one of the fastest and most robust technologies the world has ever witnessed. It would impact our living, working, and playing as it would enable quicker downloads and much lower lag in its performance. The top-notch 5G speed and other connectivity benefits shall enhance business activities and consumers would get faster access to information than before. The Xiaomi 5G phones shall provide enhanced user experience in connected cars, smart stadiums, and advanced gaming as well.

5G network brings with them an enhanced user experience never seen before. It aims to deliver life-changing technologies through updated networks so that people can do things that they want to do. Xiaomi 5G networks use low band spectrum to deliver great coverage for mobile workforces that get better with time.

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Xiaomi has updated its network specifications to 5G ultra wideband to provide an enhanced speed that is 10 times faster than the previous 4G LTE speeds and has proved to be a safer alternative to public Wi-Fi.

Xiaomi 5G phones bring a new experience where mobile users can use their devices with enhanced capabilities unheard of before. No fresh charges have been announced yet but would be rolled out once the whole country is served with the requisite service with proper and efficient mechanisms. Airtel 5G users would now experience better video chatting with fewer instances of frozen faces and the best console-quality gaming on their devices. It is expected that the current 5G technology will revolutionize the mobile industry and create an immediate impact on customers. Mobile users are all set to experience to a new dawn of mobile technology.

Bitcoin, Most Cryptocurrencies Register Losses, Total Sector Valuation Also Drops

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October 24, 2022

Cryptocurrencies are facing chin music this festive season. Bitcoin faces a plunge of 52%. It experienced a total depreciation of 70% in its value after hovering at its best of approx. $69000 in November. The whole crypto market is swinging in the same cradle. The cryptocurrency market capitalization dropped below $ 1 trillion from its peak of $ 3 trillion.

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Other sectors too are feeling such volatility impacting the investor’s confidence. The S&P 500 Index fell into the bear market territory- demonstrating a loss of about 20% from its recent high. Bonds- often considered a safe haven for investors- too bore the brunt of crypto sliding leaving the investors vulnerable in volatile conditions.

Crypto Prices

Bitcoin saw a rise of .04 percent in the last 24 hrs where it was trading at @21,114.64 at 4.30 PM IST. However, its dominance took a hit of .11 percent in the last 24 hours. A similar instance occurred with Ethereum (ETH) which went down by 1.23 percent. Binance Coin (BNB) went up by 1.01%, Solano (SOL) saw a hike of 1.98 percent and Cardano saw a rise of 1.25 percent.

Meme Coins

Meme coins experienced similar volatility where Dogecoin went up by 2.70 percent, on the other hand, Shiba Inu went up by 1.55 %. Samoyedcoin experienced a rise by .53 percent while Dogelon witnessed a rise of 2.56 percent.

Current Scenario

The abrupt decline in the cryptocurrency market impacted the performance of the top 72 out of 100 tokens. CoinGecko revealed that the current situation tolled the crypto market with a drop of more than 90 percent.

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Bitcoin suffered a drop of 30 percent in the previous seven days. In the current scenario, it is trading at 70 percent less than its all-time high price. Ether suffered a similar blow. The second-largest cryptocurrency has come down by 78 percent from its peak. As per market reports, this downfall has witnessed a depreciation of more than 90% in the values of the top-performing cryptocurrencies.

Binance Coin, Cardano, and Solana experienced a downfall of 68-88 percent. Reports revealed an average loss of 87.1 percent in the performance of the top 20 coins. Bitcoin’s market cap fell from Approx $800 billion to approx $400 billion in the same phase. The community and the cryptocurrency industry bore the impact of the bear market as a whole. Coinbase revealed laying off 18 percent of its workforce due to these losses and down slumps. Tyler and Cameron Winkelvoss, bitcoin billionaires term this phase as “crypto winter” as it is proving to be a period of stasis.

Overall Scenario

The global cryptocurrency market suffered a decline of .14 percent and the total crypto market volume experience a loss of 29077 percent. In such adverse times, Srin Lab Tokens (SRN) turned out to be the biggest gainer where it was trading at $.0204. on the other hand, Etherstone (ETHS) suffered maximum loss as it fell by 100 percent where it was trading at $.000000137.

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