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ASUS starts sale of Zenbook 14 Flip OLED, details inside

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Taiwan-based multinational computer and phone hardware and Electronics Company ASUS has started sale of Zenbook 14 Flip OLED. The newly launched laptop is powered by the latest AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX processor. It features a 360 degree Ergolift hinge design.

Price and availability

The latest laptop by ASUS can be purchased from the e-commerce platforms Flipkart, Amazon and offline retail stores across the country from March 21. ASUS ZenBook 14 to be available in three configurations, carries a starting price tag of Rs91990.

Fast fingerprint login

With power button, the laptop ensures fast fingerprint login.

ASUS claims Zenbook 14 Flip OLED as world’s first 14 inch 2.8k OLED HDR display. It offers 16:10 aspect ratio, 2.8k resolution. According to the Compnay, it offers 0.2 ms response time, 90Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut. The thin and light Zenbook 14 Flip OLED weighs 1.4 kg. Its AI noise-cancelling audio ensures better voice clarity during video calls.

The new laptop has a four-sided NanoEdge design with 2.9 mm side bezels, 88% screen to body ratio and 2880 x 1800 pixel resolution.

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Portronics launches portable wireless conference speaker ‘Talk One’

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The lack of adequate devices can occasionally throw a spanner in the works when it comes to online meetings or video conferencing, which has become the new office environment today. Choosing a good conference speaker can make things run more smoothly and vividly. So, with Portronics Talk One, a highly portable wireless conference speaker, you can turn your online meetings into something as real as a face-to-face discussions in seconds.

Talk One uses some of the most cutting-edge technologies to ensure that you get the greatest audio and voice clarity over any online application you use. The device is incredibly small, allowing you to start a virtual meeting whenever and wherever you need it without having to worry about space or efficiency. The Portronics Talk One is compatible with multiple applications for conferencing that include Google, Apple, Hangouts, Skye, and many others.

The Portronics Talk One, which is about the size of a wireless charging pad, contains three omnidirectional microphones that help with enhanced 360° voice pickup from up to 5 metres away for glitch-free meetings. The three microphones also help to eliminate background noises, similar to how ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) mode works. A high-end speaker driver is also on board, delivering superb audio quality so your online guest or team member may be heard clearly.

The Portronics Talk One may be linked as a wireless speaker system for your smartphone, tablet, or laptop, or simply use the Aux-input for desktop PCs, thanks to its best-in-class audio processor and Bluetooth v5.1 technology. The speaker comprises all the essential buttons to function your meetings or music at the touch of your finger. Make and receive calls, control the volume, quickly mute or skip your audio tracks with a single control panel on the device.

Lastly, the Portronics Talk One is equipped with a 2,600mAh internal rechargeable battery that lets you to conduct meetings or listen to music for up to 10 hours on a single charge. You can quickly recharge the battery via the USB-C port, ensuring that you don’t miss any online appointments. A pass-through USB port is also present, allowing you to connect another USB device to your computer.

Pricing and Availability

The Portronics Talk One is normally priced at INR 14,999, but as part of an ongoing promotion, customers can get it at a discounted price of INR 8,999. The product is available at Portronics.com, Amazon.in, and other top online and offline stores, and comes with a 12-month warranty.

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Google to hold annual Google I/O 2022 in May

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Google is all set to host its annual Google I/O 2022 in May this year. According to Sundar Pichai, CEO, Google and Alphabet, the two-day annual event will take place on May 11-12. Registration for the event will be free and is expected to start sometime this month.

Last year, the event was held virtually from May 18 to 20. The event was cancelled in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic and returned as an online event in 2021.

“We’ll be back live from Shoreline Amphitheatre for this year’s #GoogleIO! Join us online May 11-12 (sic),”tweeted Pichai.

The event will take place online from Shoreline Amphitheatre.

Who can join

Developers around the world who are interested in Google technology should tune in to get the latest product releases, insights from Google experts, and hands-on learning.

Those registering for the event will be able to get Workshops, Ask Me Anything Sessions (AMAs), personalized content, and live Q&A during Sessions. Developers also gain the ability to chat in I/O Adventure, earn Google Developer profile badges, and can build and save your schedule.

Last year, content on accessibility, Ads, Android, Augmented Reality, Chrome OS, Cloud, Design, Firebase, Flutter, Gaming, Google Assistant, Google pay etc was provided. The content was offered for beginner, intermediate and advanced level professionals.

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Reasons why ‘Clash of Titans’ gives an adrenaline rush

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When was the last time you played a thrilling MOBA game while on the go? Surely, never! Clash of Titans is now available on mobile platforms, ending the wait!

Clash of Titans, India’s first mobile MOBA game, features a powerful HD gaming environment and delivers the thrill of epic battles within the dynamics of a mobile interface. The team-based MOBA format provides an ever-changing battlefield scenario, with players having to work together in real-time to counter their opponent’s tactics.

Clash of Titans features a roster of 56 unique Titans to choose from based on your play style, and you can also customize your Titan with a variety of skins to stand out on the battlefield. Don’t suppress your inner adrenaline rush. Call your squad, team up, and win the ultimate battle!

Dual-Channel Connection Mode

The team of Clash of Titans recognizes the importance of a lag-free gameplay experience. They’ve painstakingly programmed fluid interoperability within the game, resulting in one of the smoothest user interfaces in mobile gaming. The use of a combination of WiFi and mobile data to counteract network connectivity fluctuations ensures an uninterrupted gaming experience.

Different skins and characters

Clash of Titans’ environment allows players to embody their alter ego in the game – make your Titan represent your unique personality. Take charge of the battlefield with new skins to freshen up your battle-ready style and Titans available every week!

Dynamic matches

Have no time to play for an extended amount of time? No worry; Clash of Titans matches are only about 20 super-charged minutes long, so whether you’re playing one or more rounds, you’ll know how much time to set aside.

Clash of Titans

The pioneering 5v5 gameplay

When a large number of competitors and squad members are present in a gaming lobby, the gameplay becomes more engaging. One? That’s not fun! Two? Purchase something new! Three? No, there isn’t enough energy! Four? Gee! What a bore! Five? Let’s go live! Yes! In its 5v5 clashes, CoT blends the finest of MOBA gaming to produce a captivating gameplay experience.

Continuous engagement

Clash of Titans epitomizes the MOBA concept by delivering the exhilaration of multiplayer team-based warfare. As players react in real time to their opponent’s tactics, each match is unique thanks to multiple strategies and dynamic gameplay. Every victory must be earned!

Conclusion

Clash of Titans is a pioneer in the category as the first Indian mobile MOBA. With its tempting roster of Titans, appealing gameplay, on-going sustenance and the addition of regular new content, gamers are sure to be content.

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Delete last 15 minutes of your search history on Google’s Android app

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In a latest development, American tech giant Google has started rolling out quick delete’ option on the Android app. According to the report, Google is introducing a new feature that will allow users to delete the last 15 minutes of their search history to its Android app.

If reports are to be believed that the feature will soon be made available to everyone. To check the feature, users need to open Google’s Android app, tap the profile picture, and look for the ‘Delete last 15 min’ option.

In May last year, as a part of Google I/O 2021, Google had announced to introduce a bunch of cool features to enhance the privacy of the users. One particular feature allowed for the device to delete the most recent search made — in the last 15 minutes — in their search history from the Google App.

Besides, Google will also enable users to automatically delete all of their search history after three months, 18 months and after 36 months.

Some other new features such as organized inbox & nudges in messages by Google, highlights on Google TV, Google Photos’ Portrait Blur, Live Transcribe offline mode, Nearby group share, Emoji Kitchen combos, Screen time widget and Pay for parking will also be introduced by Android soon.

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Oxygen OS 12 officially rolled out for OnePlus 8 Series and 9R

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OnePlus has begun rolling out OxygenOS 12 for the OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro, OnePlus 8T, and OnePlus 9R, which is based on Android 12. The new software update is currently in ‘open beta,’ and the stable version will be available “soon”.

The most recent version of OxygenOS encountered issues in the past after users reported bugs as a result of the update. The new beta version of Android 12 for these OnePlus smartphones may also contain bugs, so regular users should wait for the stable version.

The OxygenOS 12 for the OnePlus 8 series is currently available in India and North America, while users in the European Union will need to complete “additional validation steps,” with more information expected soon. As per OnePlus changelog, Android 12 for OnePlus 9R is only available in India.

OnePlus 8 series and OnePlus 9R users are getting these key Android 12 based OxygenOS 12 updates:

System

  • Improved desktop icons with better textures, by making use of a design inspired by brand-new materials and uniting layers and lights
  • Resolved the problem that background apps are closed abnormally in specific scenarios
  • Resolved an issue with lens permissions when using third-party camera apps
  • Resolved the issue where the screen would not respond when receiving notifications

Dark mode

  • To get a more comfortable and personalized user experience, dark mode now supports three adjustable levels

Shelf

  • A new Earphone Control Card with Bluetooth earphone one-click adjustment has been added
  • New Card style options, making data contents more visually appealing and easier to read
  • A new OnePlus Watch Card has been added to the Shelf, allowing you to quickly check your health stats
  • Access to OnePlus Scout has been added that allows users to search multiple contents on their phone, such as Settings, Apps, Media Data, and so on

Work Life Balance

  • Work Life Balance 2.0 now supports automatic Work/Life mode switching, based on Wi-Fi network, specific locations, and time, also bringing modified App notification profiles according to the personalization
  • The feature of Work Life Balance is now accessible to all users, allowing them to switch between Work and Life mode effortlessly through quick settings

Gallery

  • Now, Gallery lets you switch between diverse layouts with a two-finger pinch gesture, intelligently identifying the best-quality pictures, and cropping the thumbnail based on the content, making the layout of gallery more attractive

Canvas AOD

  • It brings you new diverse styles of colors and lines, for a more personalized experience of lock screen with inspiring visuals
  • Optimized software algorithm and better face recognition to better identify the features and skin color of different figures
  • Newly added multiple strokes and brushes and support for adjustment of color

Network

  • Fixed the problem that unable to connect to Wi-Fi automatically
  • Fixed the problem that wireless earphones cannot play sound when connecting Bluetooth in explicit situations

According to reports, users of the OnePlus 8, 8T, 8 Pro, and OnePlus 9R in select regions are reportedly receiving stable versions of Android 12 OxygenOS 12. More information from the company is awaited.

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iQoo Z6 5G Sale: Get your hands on this stunner starting March 22, check details inside!

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The newly introduced iQoo Z6 5G smartphone will go on sale for the first time in India starting March 22, 2022. So, if you too were eyeing the device for a long time, the wait is finally over!

The iQoo Z6 5G Mobile has a long list of features and is the newest addition to the company’s Z series, which has done remarkably well in the Indian market. The smartphone is expected to deliver exceptional performance with a high-quality gaming experience to the users.

iQoo Z6 5G Sale

The smartphone will be available to buy on Amazon and other e-stores starting tomorrow, March 22, 2022. This latest smartphone has a decent battery life, a good display, great cameras, and a powerful CPU. However, it has many extra features loaded for its GenZ and Millenial users. Let’s have a look at the key specifications for this with the price we’re rooting for the device.

iQoo Z6 5G Price in India and availability

The device is available in two stunning colour variants: Chromatic Blue and Dynamo Black. Also, as it is coming from iQoo, you don’t really need to look at your pocket before buying. It is one of the budget-friendly options you can get in the Indian market right now.

Coming back to the price point, iQoo Z6 5G is launching in three storage variants. The 4GB RAM is available at INR 13,999, the 6GB RAM is available at INR 14,999, and the 8GB RAM is available at INR 15,999. The device will go live on Amazon and iQoo’s official website on March 22, 2022. So make sure you book yours before it sold out!

iQoo Z6 5G specifications and features

Talking about the display, the new iQoo Z6 5G comes with a 6.58-inch Full HD+ display. It features a 120-Hz screen refresh rate paired with a 240-Hz touch sampling rate. Also, it has a 5-layer liquid cooling system for heat dissipation.

iQoo Z6 5G is undoubtedly a powerful phone flaunting Snapdragon 695 SoC chipset under the hood. Furthermore, the device comes in three storage option- 4GB RAM/ 6GB RAM/ 8GB RAM onboard.

iQoo Z6 5G Sale (features)

Now coming to camera specs, it does has impressive specifications. The iQoo Z6 5G smartphone boasts a 50 MP Eye Autofocus primary camera sensor on the rear, as well as two 2 MP bokeh and macro lenses for images and movies. The device comes packed with a 5000mAh battery with an 18W fast charging as well.

The phone also features a feature called Ultra Game Mode, which adjusts and adapts the gaming experience to the user’s preferences. This allows users to toggle between the three settings – Power Saving, Balanced, and Monster Mode – and configure their preferences in the form of statistics such as CPU, GPU, RAM, and battery life. Just what the gaming community required!

Overall the device is a solid option packed with robust features and a processor. We will have a review on how the device performs after it reaches our hands. However, the features look intriguing enough!

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Apple MacBook Air M2 launch reportedly delayed

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The launch of Apple MacBook Air M2 which is rumoured to get some design changes and come with MagSafe support, has been reportedly delayed.

If rumours are to be believed then Apple MacBook Air M2 will be launched by later this year. Apple might launch the new M2-powered Mac machines around the same timeline in 2022 as it launched M1 MacBook Air in November 2020.

Any confirmed timeline is yet to be shared by the Apple. Earlier this month, US-based tech giant unveiled M1 Ultra, the world’s most powerful chip for a personal computer in Apple March event. According to the Apple, M1 Ultra is another game-changer for Apple silicon that once again will shock the PC industry. Initially, it was expected that Apple would launch the 13-inch MacBook Air M2 in first half of 2022.

Design-wise, the upcoming MacBook Air M2 is expected to have a flat design similar on the lines of iPad Pro and MacBook Pro. It is expected to be available in multiple colour options, including Blue and Green. The MacBook Air will have two USB Type-C ports and a MagSafe charging port. It is also claimed that the 13.3-inch MacBook Air will not have a mini LED panel.

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Telegram got banned in Brazil, as the company failed to check their mailbox on time

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We all have trouble keeping track of our emails, resulting in hundreds, if not thousands, of them going unread. Individuals aren’t the only ones that suffer from email mishaps; companies do too. Due to a recent email communication issue between Telegram and Brazil’s Supreme Court, Telegram’s service in Brazil is in jeopardy. Yes, you read that right!

One of the world’s major instant messaging networking apps was suspended by Brazil’s Supreme Court because emails were either missed or left on read. According to Telegram’s founder and CEO Pavel Durov, it’s all a giant mishap.

It turns out that the Supreme Court of Brazil was sending takedown requests to an “old general-purpose email account” rather than a “specialised email address” set up by Telegram.

According to The Verge, Founder and CEO Pavel Durov issued a comment on the present situation via Telegram. According to him, the app was suspended by Brazil’s Supreme Court after his team failed to respond to an account deletion request. The report states unequivocally that the court’s demands were not deliberately ignored. Instead, the corporation opted to utilise a special email address for such requests, according to the CEO, but the court didn’t get the memo and continued to use a general-purpose email address. As a result, Telegram missed the communications and is now being blocked. The company has located the emails, according to the statement (presumably by going through the general-purpose address’s inbox), and is working to rectify the matter.

Durov, in a statement, on his Telegram channel said, “It seems that we had an issue with emails going between our telegram.org corporate addresses and the Brazilian Supreme Court. As a result of this miscommunication, the Court ruled to ban Telegram for being unresponsive.”

Justice Alexandre de Moraes of the Brazilian Supreme Court had previously demanded telecoms agency Anatel to officially suspend Telegram until it complies with local rules and pays fines.

Telegram, which has become a communications hub for President Jair Bolsonaro, is said to have failed to prevent users from disseminating falsehoods.

Durov expressed regret to the Brazilian Supreme Court for the oversight.

“Unfortunately, our response must have been lost, because the Court used the old general-purpose email address in further attempts to reach us. As a result, we missed its decision in early March that contained a follow-up takedown request. Luckily, we have now found and processed it, delivering another report to the Court today,” he informed.

He asked the court to consider deferring its decision for a few days “to allow us to address the problem by designating a representative in Brazil and establishing a structure to respond to future important issues like this in a timely manner.”

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Samsung announces availability of Galaxy A53 5G and Galaxy A33 5G from April

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South Korean tech giant Samsung has announced availability of the Galaxy A53 5G and Galaxy A33 5G. According to the latest update, Galaxy A53 5G will be available in select markets beginning April 1 and the Galaxy A33 5G will be available beginning April 22.

The Company has also announced that another new addition to the Galaxy A series, the Galaxy A73 5G, will also be available in select markets on April 22.

Beautiful, durable, purposeful design

For an enhanced durability and peace of mind, Galaxy A53 5G and Galaxy A33 5G feature the tough Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5 and IP676 water and dust resistance.

Galaxy A Series

Specifications

Galaxy A33 5G will feature 6.4-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED90Hz Infinity-U Display while Galaxy A53 5G will come with a 6.5-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED 120Hz Infinity-O Display. The upcoming phone will be powered by a brand-new processor.

Coupled with Galaxy’s signature AI camera, expansive and smooth display, the new Galaxy A series is now equipped with up to two-day battery life and 25W super-fast Charging — so viewing, streaming and more can last longer.

Defense-grade security, an eco-conscious, stylish and slim design and advanced connected experiences are other features of the new Galaxy A series. As name suggests, the phone has 5G connectivity.

To ensure an awesome user mobile experience, both devices support continuous One UI and Android OS upgrades and security updates.

According to said TM Roh, President and Head of Samsung Electronics’ MX (Mobile eXperience) Business, Samsung is making it easier than ever to enjoy Galaxy’s advanced, innovative mobile experience at a great value with the release of the latest Galaxy A series.

Five years of security update

Samsung also confirms that both devices guarantee up to four generations of One UI and Android OS upgrades and up to five years of security updates. It enables users to get the latest software and security to maximize the smartphone lifecycle.

Capture an awesome shot in any situation

Featuring a 64MP OIS Camera with VDIS technology, Galaxy A53 5G’s quad-camera sports a 64MP OIS Camera with VDIS technology for crisp and steady shots every time. A high-resolution 32MP front camera is like an icing on the cake for great selfies and clear video call experiences.

The improved Night mode allows you to take awesome pictures even in low lighting. The Galaxy A series’ framerate is automatically adjusted to create bright, clear videos while shooting video in low-light environments.

The enhanced Portrait mode captures depth and subject outlines more accurately with dual cameras and powerful AI. To amplify your fun moments, you can use playful filters and effects that now work with the Ultra-wide lens. Plus, Photo Remaster breathes new life into old and low quality photos, and Object eraser removes pesky photo bombers in the background.

Galaxy Camera

New colour of Galaxy Buds2

To complement the stylish design of the Galaxy A series, Samsung has also announced to launch a new Onyx color of the Galaxy Buds2 and Buds Live in April.

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