WhatsApp starts testing the ban appeal feature on its platform
WhatsApp is known for suspending the accounts that violate the rules and regulations of the platform. It has its own automated system that identifies all the fake accounts spreading misinformation or not complying with the terms and conditions. However, sometimes during this bulk ban, some general accounts also face this wrath and then they are left with no other option than to request the platform for a lifted ban. So, now the platform is centralizing the process by adding it within the app, says WABetaInfo.
Reportedly, the meta-owned instant messaging app is now testing a built-in ban appeal feature for both the operating platforms, Android and iOS. The new development will help the users to make an appeal to the platform for rechecking their ban action. This will help all the accidental suspensions that the platform may make. With the new update, users will be able to contact WhatsApp customer support and request them to review their account suspension. If the account is found fine, then the platform will resume it. Otherwise, it will stay banned.
Amazfit launches Bip 3 in India with 60 sports modes
Amazfit has introduced its new line of smartwatches, which includes the Bip 3 and Bip 3 Pro. Two-week of long battery life, 5ATM resistance, a blood oxygen tracker, and a 1.69-inch colour display are some of the highlights of the Amazfit Bip 3. Additionally, the smartwatch is currently on sale on Amazon with an initial price of Rs 2,999. This is just for some time as the watch will then go back to its original price, i.e. Rs 3,499. Furthermore, the watch is available in three colour options: black, blue, and pink.
Talking about some primary features of the watch, it has over 60 sports modes. It also features free training, strength training, yoga, cycling, running, and walking, dance and combat sports, winter sports, and more. Furthermore, it also packs a built-in GPS, which is also the primary distinction between the two Amazfit devices. The Zepp app has access to the data from the smartwatch. The brand is also offering some introductory offers where 8 random orders will get their Amazfit straps worth Rs 999 each. The smartwatch comes with a TFT display that offers 240×280 pixels resolution and 218ppi. Both the smartwatches offer up to 14 days of long battery life and that too on a single charge. The brand also claims that it can be charged fully in 2 hours.
Spider-Man movies coming to Disney+ Hotstar with Venom
On July 1, five Spider-Man movies and one Venom movie will be available on Disney+ Hotstar. All the users will have access to Venom (2018), Spider-Man (2002), Spider-Man 2 (2004), Spider-Man 3 (2007), The Amazing Spider-Man (2012), and Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017). Spider-Man (2002) on the platform starting July 1 2022. The story starts when a common university student, Peter Parker, gets bitten by a radioactive spider unintentionally. This small incident turns him into an extraordinary superhero. Young Peter makes a promise to utilize his skills to revenge for the brutal murder of his beloved uncle during a heist. He embarks on a mission to clean up the city’s streets, believing himself to be Spider-Man, which pits him against the evil super-villain Green Goblin.
The Spider-Man series is very popular among the GenZ. After the first part, the second one (2004) focuses more on Parker’s juggling life between college and superhero duties. It becomes even more complicated when a new and brilliant nemesis enters his life, Doc Ock, who n reincarnated as the maniacal and is multi-tentacled. The third revolves around our superhero’s love life with his dream girl Mary Jane Watson. He also fights the suit of Spider-Man is turned black by an odd alien symbiote, and his deepest demons emerge, altering Spider-Man both inside and out. Spider-Man is going to have to put up a battle of his life against a devastating combination of villains, including the New Goblin, Venom, and the deadly Sandman. The 2012 part shifts the focus toward the teenage Peter Parker who is raised by an aunt and uncle. Ina pursuit of solving a quest his search takes him to the Oscorp and the lab of Dr Curt Connors (Rhys Ifans), setting him on a collision course with Connors’ alter ego, the Lizard. Spider-Man Homecoming is one of the most popular parts of this whole series. Peter tries to resume his regular daily activities, but everything he values most will be in danger when the Vulture appears as a new antagonist. Coming Venom has a very different presentation from the movie. The Venom is an alien symbiote, Venom, whose species plans to invade Earth. So he finds a host inside the body of Brock gains, a struggling journalist, who then gains unbelievable superpowers.
Smartwatches are leading gadgets that you can operate with the convenience of your wrist only. It has features to monitor your health and keep you updated about your fitness routine. You can also connect with your family and friends on a call with more ease and convenience. Additionally, you can operate your smartphone with just some buttons on your wrist. Hence, this is a one-must device you should have in your tech cabinet. Now, Crossbeats is one such leading name in the smartwatch and other consumer tech segments have launched something for the smartwatch lovers- Crossbeats CURV.
Crossbeats CURV is an entry-level TWS with an unusual Premium Curvature Design and the most potent pounding bass. It is a joy for music fans as well as urban young who must always be linked by calling on the go. It’s also very convenient to link with smartwatches and smartphones. The most recent TWS in a classic black colour aesthetic casing is only available on crossbeats.com at an affordable price of Rs 1599.
Crossbeats CURV: Specs and features
Along with a number of unparalleled capabilities, Crossbeats CURV earbuds have an excellent, ergonomic, and streamlined design that elevates them to the status of true fashion statements. Its 10 mm Neodymium Driver produces a powerful bass impression and is perfect for music enthusiasts who won’t compromise on stereo clarity. Effective background noise cancellation technology enables users to listen to music or take essential calls without being bothered by outside noises.
Elaborating on the specs and features, Crossbeats co-founder Archit Agarwal said, “While the powerful dual-mic enables users to communicate and make voice calls efficiently, its Smart AI Voice Assistant facilitates contactless navigation through the paired device. One of our most advanced TWS wearable in the segment, Crossbeats CURV is engineered for lag-free connections, thanks to low latency Bluetooth 5.1, which is an upgrade from its earlier versions.”
He said that the feather touch controls let users navigate the gadget with ease, even though the ‘Rotate to Lock’ function makes the buds sit firmly in the ears. You will be able to utilise the gadget in a matter of seconds thanks to the quick auto-pairing connectivity function. Crossbeats CURV is an asset for music lovers, fitness enthusiasts, and everyone who feels the desire to be connected to the outside world. It is designed for urban youth.
Crossbeats CURV: Price and availability
The CURV smartwatch is currently retailing for an introductory price of Rs 1599. The smartwatch is only available to buy from Crossbeats official site.
With the gaming sector witnessing an unprecedented growth in terms of app downloads and revenue on the back of pandemic-induced home confinement in the past couple of years, there’s a growing call for its regulation too. In one such development, Indian skill gaming startups and industry associations have reportedly sought a light-touch self-regulatory mechanism to regulate online gaming platforms in a meeting with Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar recently. Ramesh Kumar Raja talked to Mihir Sanchala, Assistant Vice President Technology at PlayerzPot, to get his point of view over the issue that online gaming platforms are facing today. Sanchala also talked about the new technologies being adopted by these platforms and how PlayerzPot is creating a niche for itself. Excerpts:
How do you look at the emerging trend of online gaming which has undergone a massive change, especially since the COVID-19 lockdowns?
There has been a meteoric rise in gaming and consequently, the growth of online gaming industry, as back-to-back lockdowns kept people shut indoors during the pandemic. As people started spending most of their time online, gaming offered an engaging distraction from the unusual lull in business activity and a popular form of social interaction amidst mandated social distancing.
This has resulted in a 40% compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of the gaming industry from $1.1 billion in 2019 to an estimated $2.8 billion valuation by 2022, according to a Deloitte India report. Today, there are around 300 million Indian gamers. As this community grows, we see a strong interest in skill games because of the competition and excitement they offer in resemblance with real-life sports.
Gaming as an industry is on the steepest growth curve in India and needs a proper regulatory framework to streamline its operations and achieve better outcomes.
The adoption of new technologies such as AI, ML, data science, etc, can be a big game changer to create better experiences for users in the gaming industry. What’s your take on this?
The online gaming industry has seen a paradigm shift with involvement of young and tech-savvy users, increasing affordability of smartphones with better features, greater internet penetration, and an overall technological development. Emerging technologies such as data science, AI, ML, etc, have changed the face of gaming. As competition increases, players are adopting diversified models to attract new users and retain existing clientele on their platforms.
Understanding consumer behavior is vital in this aspect and data science is helping players achieve targets by analyzing outcomes, scores, quitting time, and several other factors. A responsible player would always focus on ensuring optimum user security while they are enjoying the game. PlayerzPot echoes that responsibility and believes that AI integration will check any form of data leak, ensure a safe environment for gamers, and appeal investment based on trust.
How can AR and VR be implemented in fantasy sports to enhance the user experience?
We can make player selection more interesting for users by developing store-based player picks and creating virtual rooms between users. So, instead of using mobile phones to draft your players, you are physically building your super team by using these technologies in your living room, around the world, or even at your place of work.
How has the model of gaming on cloud been one of the biggest boons of the industry which has helped handle the sudden upsurge?
Cloud gaming is not new. It allows users to stream and play games directly from the cloud, instead of a gaming device or specific hardware. It’s changing the way games are played, distributed, and sold online with its revolutionary technology that will help the gaming industry to grow faster.
Some of the major reasons behind the growth of cloud gaming is that it prioritizes user security and is cost-effective. The technology has brought fantastic gaming experiences to a large audience with low latency. Definitely, that’s the future of gaming and is already appealing gamers across all levels of expertise because of its perks! But audiences need time to transition totally into cloud gaming, with latency and gaming experience remaining to be major concerns for hardcore gamers.
How many games do you offer on your platforms and what have been their responses? Which are the most popular games that you offer?
PlayerzPot offers 9 fantasy sports-based games and 15 casual games. PlayerzPot has become the ultimate gaming destination offering a wide variety from fantasy, casual, real money gaming genres. Most popular games are Ludo, Rummy, Poker, Carrom, Fruit Slice, Snake Ladder – Ludo (Unique on our Platform)
What do you do to increase the recall value of your brand among gamers in terms of technology developments?
PlayerzPot relies on not one, but a whole gamut of latest technologies to achieve uninterrupted services by building highly scalable application layers. As a futuristic fantasy gaming platform, we maintain different hardware-based graphic elements to provide the best user experience during game time. PlayerzPot has laid down strict policies and protocols to check violations of the Fair Play Policy, resulting in a strong loyalty and building trust among users.
We are also planning to integrate AI in our product in the coming years which will improve the product in terms of security and quality. We will start working on our Metaverse project by the end of 2022. To achieve our target, we have grouped our plans into multiple phases such as USP finalization, MVP (Minimum Viable Product) building, scalable tech architecture design, market roll out strategy, and customer engagement strategy.
“As a futuristic fantasy gaming platform (PlayerzPot), we maintain different hardware-based graphic elements to provide the best user experience during game time. PlayerzPot has laid down strict policies and protocols to check violations of the Fair Play Policy, resulting in a strong loyalty and building trust among users”
What innovations and diversifications are you doing to stay ahead of the curve in India, which is a highly competitive market?
We are and have always been a customer-centric platform. Keeping pace with the latest technological advancement to enhance our user’s gaming experience is a key element in making sure we are ahead of the curve.
Currently, PlayerzPot offers various casual and fantasy sports to its users, but we are diversifying across genres and adding more games to our portfolio. We are currently stressing on our Real Money Gaming portfolio to sync its overall experience with the demands of Gen Z and millennials.
While we introduced Rummy in June 2021, several other casual games are slated for addition in the coming months. As a game tech platform, we have already considered Metaverse trend in our tech roadmap and are exploring it with respect to create some USP in the virtual industry.
PlayerzPot has also added data science as its vertical and has started hiring for the respective department. The approach has always been to innovate constantly, spot scopes for improvement and improve customer experience.
What are your thoughts on the gaming industry becoming more of a social media platform for millennial?
Traditionally, social media and the gaming industry have been separate entities, targeting different sets of audiences. Then, social media gave gamers a scope to break away from their consoles or desktops and interact. Nowadays, players share their gaming experiences on social media, they can share their live game, connect and interact with new users. Millions of people are logging in and out of their systems on multiple online gaming platforms every minute. In this way, they are fostering new connections with people across the globe and building gaming communities.
Realizing the potential of social media channels, the industry now shares information about new launches, rewards, campaigns, and studio updates to engage new players and keep current players in the loop. The players also get a chance to showcase his/her talent and become a celeb player. Therefore, it’s clear that this fusion of gamer profile and social media is here to stay.
What’s your opinion about the 5G technology that could be a game changer for the industry?
Mobile gaming is growing leaps and bounds in India with easy access to the internet and better smartphone penetration. Even then, a mobile gamer typically looks for better response time with either mobile broadband or Wi-Fi connection turned on. In competitive games, these factors and latency decide the winner.
Here comes the use of 5G services, which will make online gaming much more realistic. 5G will allow seamless gaming experience in the Metaverse and cloud gaming. According to a report published by Boston Consulting Group and Sequoia, mobile gaming comprises 86% of India’s gaming market. As 5G fast-tracks India’s internet experience on a whole new level, mobile gaming will receive a boost in use with cloud computing, Blockchain, augmented reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), 3D reconstruction, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of things (IoT).
“5G will allow seamless gaming experience in the Metaverse and cloud gaming… As 5G fast-tracks India’s internet experience on a whole new level, mobile gaming will receive a boost in use with cloud computing, Blockchain, augmented reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), 3D reconstruction, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of things (IoT)”
Virtual currency is becoming the next big thing for the gaming industry. How do you look at this development?
Cryptocurrency is a fungible virtual/digital currency based on Blockchain technology. It allows users to make payments online without going through traditional payment systems like banks and credit card companies, so it is a very fast and secure method for the gaming industry. This technology comes into play in online gaming by connecting a user’s digital wallet to gaming accounts and facilitating in-app purchases. Gamers can also use digital currencies to buy digital assets or coins that can be converted into real-world assets anytime.
Thus, owing to the crypto revolution, we predict the online gaming industry to be worth $19 billion by 2025.
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Acer India refreshed its best-selling gaming laptop Aspire 7. Powered by the latest 12th Generation Intel Core i5 processors and NVIDIA GeForce GTX graphics, Aspire 7 gaming laptops delivers realistic graphics with incredibly fast performance and cutting-edge new features.
The performance-grade thermal solutions maximize efficiency and offers comprehensive connectivity options. Acer Aspire 7 is available from Rs 62990 on Acer Online Store and Flipkart.
Absolute Performance
The latest 12th Gen Intel Core processors and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 helps to keep up with demanding applications with a speed-boosting up to 32GB DDR4, and up to 2TB dual SSD.
Thermal Solutions
Stay in the game with dual fans to expel heat faster. The laptop is designed with an air inlet keyboard that upgrades the thermal performance by expelling up to 10% more heat than a non-air inlet keyboard. And for extra performance, the fan can be tuned to experience engineered solutions to maximize productivity. The triple thermal pipe design takes you to the next level in thermal performance with two thermal pipes to draw heat from the CPU, and one thermal pipe for the GPU.
The sleek, sharp 19.9 mm aluminum chassis—with an elevating hinge—is finished in Charcoal Black for an understated design. And with backlit keyboard, users can do more from wherever, whenever.
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The Display
With an 81.67% screen-to-body ratio, Acer Aspire 7 comes with Acer BlueLightShield and Acer ExaColor technology for viewing comfort and color control.
The Connectivity
In terms of connectivity, the laptop offers Wi-Fi 6 and 6E, perfect for high-speed file sharing and smooth 4K streaming, and Bluetooth 5.2. And with a Thunderbolt 4 port, connect an 8K display for immersive entertainment.
The Smarts
Acer PurifiedVoice with AI noise reduction can actively suppress background noise for both users and is compatible with external headphones and mics, perfect for online courses or keeping in touch with family.
Acer TNR Solution for improved images by detecting and diagnosing noisy pixels and blend into other frames over time producing improved quality images in low-light conditions. Modern Standby & Wake on Voice enables the user to activate and query windows speech recognition engine from a screen off / standby. 1 Month free subscription of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate which includes over 100 high-quality games.
Speaking on the launch Sudhir Goel, Chief Business Officer, Acer India, said, “Over the past couple of years, laptops has become ubiquitous tools of productivity and entertainment. With significantly improved internet connectivity and gaming going mainstream, users today demand machines that can handle both tasks effortlessly. Aspire 7 gaming laptop has been the best-selling gaming laptop in our line-up with its powerful performance, understated looks and great price points. The 2022 line-up continues this tradition and we expect our Aspire 7 to be preferred choice for a do-it-all laptop.”
“The laptop segment has witnessed a significant evolution over the past 3 years with high performance gaming and entertainment laptops gaining precedence among consumers,” said Rakesh Krishnan, Senior Director, Electronics at Flipkart.
Even though we’re at the end of the month of June, we’ve already got something to look forward to. This upcoming July is filled is many latest smartphone launches coming from various popular brands with all-new and improved features. The showstopper Nothing’s Phone (1) is already rumoured enough to come in July, and the gaming powerhouse from ASUS- The ROG 6 is also expected to drop in India this coming July 2022. Since. we all are looking for the latest 5G smartphones for ourselves, here’s a little help for you!
Since we have many smartphones coming our way, it’s not possible to remember them all. So, here’s a complete list of all the anticipated smartphone launches that July is holding for you. Also, one thing before we get started, is that some of these haven’t got their official release date, but will come soon. So let’s have a look at what we can expect in July 2022:
Upcoming smartphone launches in July 2022
Nothing phone (1)
Asus ROG Phone 6
Xiaomi 12 Ultra
OnePlus Nord 2T
Realme GT 2 Master Edition
iQOO 10 Pro
Nothing phone (1)
Following months of leaks, rumours, and tidbits of official information here and there, London-based firm Nothing, founded by Carl Pei, is prepared to unveil its first-ever smartphone next month. The new Glyph lighting on the back and the new NothingOS skin, as well as the design of the Nothing phone (1), have already been made public.
Even though the phone’s formal unveiling is just a few weeks away, the majority of its features are still unknown. Instead of a premium Snapdragon 800-series CPU, the Nothing phone (1) is anticipated to run on a Snapdragon 778G+ and include a dual-camera configuration on the rear. The gadget is scheduled to debut on July 12.
In terms of raw performance, the Asus ROG Phone line has introduced some of the most potent, if not the most potent, smartphones in recent years. The ROG phone series, which is aimed towards gamers and power users, is stocked with not just the best specifications but also additional gaming features and accessories. The most recent Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor is anticipated to power the sixth generation of the phone.
This features compatibility for a variety of first-party gaming peripherals including gaming controllers, cooling pads, and even secondary screens, as well as twin charging connections, an additional LED display on the rear, and better shoulder trigger buttons. On July 5, the phone is anticipated to go on sale.
The Xiaomi 12 Ultra, the company’s most potent phone in the 12-series, is anticipated to go on sale next month. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 CPU and other flagship-level capabilities are anticipated to be included in the Xiaomi 12 Ultra, much like they were in the Asus ROG Phone 6. The handset is also anticipated to include a significantly upgraded camera configuration created by Xiaomi in partnership with German camera manufacturer Leica.
Other information we currently know about the Xiaomi 12 Ultra includes its unusual rear design, which features a large camera island that takes up more than a third of the back, as well as a white colour option. The phone has not yet been officially announced, but sources indicate that it may do so in July.
Although it was first anticipated that the OnePlus Nord 2T would not debut in India, recent sources indicate that the next Nord-series phone, which will replace the Nord 2 5G, will do so. The phone will replace the Nord 2 5G, and if the specifications of the Nord 2T’s foreign models are any indication, we may also see a MediaTek Dimensity 1300 processor in India.
The Nord 2T is anticipated to retain additional features from its international versions, such as a 4.500mAh battery with support for 80W wired fast charging, a 6.43-inch AMOLED screen, and a 50MP triple back camera configuration with OIS, a 32MP front camera, and UFS 3.1 storage. According to sources, the phone will go on sale in India on July 1.
Realme is competing with other manufacturers to be the first to introduce a phone with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 CPU in India, and it appears that Realme will introduce the new flagship chip with the Realme GT 2 Master Edition. The unknown gadget was just discovered on Geekbench, and it is anticipated to ship with a 12GB RAM version and maybe Android 12 out of the box.
A 50MP+50MP+2MP triple camera arrangement on the rear, a 6.7-inch 120H AMOLED display, and a 5000mAh battery with support for 150W fast charging are some more features that are anticipated for the smartphone. In July, further details about the phone should come to light.
iQOO 10 Pro
The iQOO 9 Pro was one of the most powerful and feature-packed devices in its class. Now it seems iQOO will be looking to succeed in the 9-series phones with the iQOO 10 and iQOO 10 Pro, with both phones expected to launch next month.
The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, which is said to offer superior performance and thermal efficiency than the iQOO 9 Pro, is anticipated to be included in the iQOO 10 Pro, outperforming the iQOO 9 Pro. Other anticipated features include a 4,500mAh battery with support for an industry-first 200W fast charging, a 120Hz QHD+ LTPO screen, and a 50MP triple camera configuration on the back. The iQOO 10 series is rumoured to come in July, although there is currently no set launch date to anticipate.
Smart accessories, fitness gear, and home audio brands Gizmore has inked partnership with e-commerce platform Snapdeal to launch its first women-centric smartwatch.
Named Gizmore Slate, the smartwatch has been launched in pink, grey and black colours and will retail exclusively on Snapdeal at an introductory price of Rs 2,299. This sale price will be for the first 1,000 consumers on Snapdeal, after which it will be available for Rs. 2,699.
Encased in a sleek metal frame, Gizmore Slate comes with a premium silicone strap to enhance the look and feel.
With 1.57 inch IPS Curved Display and a 500-nits peak brightness, Gizmore Slate has a rectangular dial. The smartwatch supports Always-on-Display (AoD) feature.
Packed with an array of wellness features to track daily activities, Gizmore Slate is designed for women on the go. Heart rate monitor, blood oxygen monitor, sleep tracker, hydration alert, meditative breathing and menstrual cycle tracker are prominent health features of the Gizmore Slate.
Gizmore slate smartwatch women
Body temperature, Bluetooth calling and Alexa voice assistant are modern-day features infused with this smartwatch.
To offer unmatched personalization, Gizmore Slate supports more than 100 watch faces and a powerful battery, which can deliver up to seven days of nonstop performance on a single charge.
“Smartwatches have become an integral part of our lives and have moved beyond the functionality of a simple watch. At Gizmore, we are continuously working towards offering superior quality products packed with features at a price that suits all. We found a gap in the market, that there are not many smartwatches that cater to women, some of them are too large, too sporty or too techy-looking. Slate is a fashion-forward smartwatch that is designed keeping women in mind and will serve their need for an all-in-one smartwatch that helps them reach their fitness & wellness goals”, says Sanjay Kumar Kalirona, CEO and Co-Founder Gizmore.
“There is a rise in demand for a budget smartwatch equipped with wellness and connectivity features with battery longevity. For our value-focused customers, we are happy that Gizmore chose Snapdeal as its preferred platform to reach them in Tier 2 & 3 towns.” said Saurabh Bansal, Chief Merchandising Officer, Snapdeal Limited.
Previous launch of Gizmore
Earlier, Gizmore launched its Made in India unisex smartwatch GIZFIT 910 Pro, which has been well-accepted in the market. The home-grown brand a part of the “Swasth Bharat – FIT INDIA” mission, has also roped in ace-cricketer Dinesh Karthik to drive a stronger connection with the youth.
Gizmore aims to play a more significant role in making India fit.
Tecno has recently expanded its popular POVA series in India with its latest- Tecno POVA 3. The smartphone made its way in India on June 20, 2022 and will go live on sale through Amazon starting today. Tecno has also launched its POVA 2 and POVA 5G in the Indian market before which was also a strong contender in the budget range. Here’s a quick review of you wish to know more about the device: Tecno Pova 5G Review: The fastest 5G budget smartphone
The smartphone come with MediaTek Helio G88 processor paired with a 90Hz LCD display. It also features a triple camera configuration and 33W fast charging. The device is also popular with its massive 7000mAh battery. Let’s have a look at its specifications, price, and other offers.
Tecno Pova 3 first sale: Price and offers
The Tecno POVA 3 is coming in two storage variants. The base variant features basic 4GB RAM + 64GB storage. Another variant packs 6GB RAM + 128GB storage on board. Coming to the pricing of the smartphone, the base variant is currently priced at Rs 11,499 ($147) and the higher version costs around 12,999 ($166). The device is available exclusively on Amazon, so you can get your hands on it easily.
The Tecno POVA 3 features three stunning colours: Electric Blue, Tech Silver, and Eco Black. Also, the device is also up for grab at an instant discount of 7.5% with Standard Chartered, Yes Bank, and HSBC Bank Credit Card EMI transactions.
Tecno Pova 3 Specifications
The POVA 3 available in India features the same specifications as the Indonesian variant. It comes with a big 6.9-inches FHD+ display featuring a punch-hole cut-out on the front. It also comes with a 90Hz refresh rate for smooth and easy multitasking with 2460×1080 pixels. As per the Amazon listing, the smartphone will feature a gorgeous gradient design with vertical running strips aligned at the centre. Hence, talking about the overall looks, it does looks very stylish and attractive.
The smartphone will be powered by the MediaTek Helio G88 processor under the hood. It also comes with a Mali G52 GPU paired with up to 6GB LPDDR4X RAM, and a good 128GB storage.
Coming to the optics, the device offers a triple camera configuration at the back. It has a 50MP primary camera, accompanied by a 2MP wide-angle lens paired with an AI lens. Coming to the front, the device also features an 8MP selfie lens for all your selfies and video calls as well.
Now, talking about the powerhouse of this smartphone, the device is fueled by a massive battery of 7000mAh power. The device also carries 33W fast charging support. Tecno POVA 3 runs on Android 11 on top of HiOS 8 out of the box.
Recent launches from Tecno: Tecno Camon 19 Series
One of the top smartphone manufacturers in the world, Tecno offers excellent, stylish gadgets. It offers people a variety of affordable solutions that are the most cost-effective. It is pleasantly unexpected how long-lasting and high-quality this smartphone function is. For instance, the Camon Premier by Tecno was a fantastic product with an incredible battery life and featherweight design. As a result, the company has internationally launched its most recent Camon 19 Series, maintaining the name high with the series. It was initially introduced at Rockefeller Center in New York and features excellent and fantastic night photography characteristics.
The smartphone is centred on, complementing our youthful fashionistas’ aesthetics, flourishing and dazzling all night. It is made to stylishly overcome the usual difficulties that arise with taking pictures in dim lighting, especially at night. In terms of basic specifications, it has the industry’s thinnest 0.98mm bezel and 64MP bright night portrait photography technology. Additionally, it has Samsung’s RGBW colour filter sensor technology, which increases light intake by 30% by adding a white sub-pixel to the already-existing universal RGB setups.
OnePlus has been expanding its devices portfolio with regular new releases, and it looks that the brand still has “one more item” to offer this year. According to many rumours, OnePlus will introduce the OnePlus 10T following the March launch of the OnePlus 10 Pro in India. Generally, One Plus saves its T-smartphone series for the end of the year, but according to the leak, it will launch globally in July, including in India.
Since the timeline is talking about the One Plus 10 Pro, it is evident that the brand is planning to unveil three devices: the OnePlus 10 Pro, the OnePlus 10R, and the OnePlus 10T very soon. But it seems that the upcoming 10T will likely be the awkward middle child with a slightly lower price tag rather than having all flagship features. We’ve already heard a lot about the upcoming smartphone, so let’s just look at its detailed specifications once!
OnePlus 10T launch soon: Design and specifications (tipped)
Ahead of the official announcement, the OnePlus 10T’s design renders have already appeared online. The first thing is the same gas-stove rear camera module that we noticed on the OnePlus 10 Pro. The company may continue to introduce Hasselblad cameras on this version, similar to the 10 Pro models.
Coming to the upcoming 5G smartphone’s design, the rendering has already created a buzz in the market. Ahead of its official launch, the leaks suggest that the One Plus 10T will feature a similar gas-stove camera module at the back as the recently launched 10 Pro. It is also speculated that similar to the 10 Pro models, the business can continue to release Hasselblad cameras on this version as well.
Also, the OnePlus 10T resembles a lot of its other siblings with a few small differences here and there. It will be intriguing to see if the phone receives the recognisable slider button found on vintage OnePlus phones. In essence, it’s a clever method of switching between loud and silent audio settings. Although the phone may come in several colours, the graphic only displays a black colour option.
Talking about the display, we’ll likely see a good 6.7-inch AMOLED display paired with a 120Hz refresh rate. The selfie camera with a 32MP lens will also be housed in a punch-hole design at the front. Even though most Android devices only enable full-HD video recording, the front camera still requires an upgrade soon. Even the OnePlus 10 Pro comes with a 32-megapixel front camera that can only film in 1080p. Another report, however, indicates that the phone may come with the OnePlus 10R’s 16-megapixel front camera.
There is still considerable debate over the processor of this upcoming smartphone. The leaks have revealed the inclusion of the Dimensity 9000 SoC paired with Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC. Generally, OnePlus employs Qualcomm CPUs in its flagship models. However, the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC leak seems strange given that the OnePlus 10T is said to be more reasonably priced. It will be interesting to see if the phone experiences any heating difficulties. These would be similar to those seen by earlier generations if it chooses the “Plus” processor.
In terms of charging technology, we’ll have to wait and see if the 10T will support wireless charging. Additionally, it will be interesting to see if the OnePlus 10R receives the OnePlus 10 Pro’s IP classification for water and dust resistance. According to rumours, the phone would have a larger 4,800mAh battery and come pre-equipped with 150W fast charging technology.
OnePlus 10T price
The OnePlus 10T 5G will go on sale in China for CNY 3,000 (INR 35,000) and CNY 4,000 (INR 47,000). The phone might be on sale in India for less than Rs 50,000.
The introductory price for the OnePlus 10R 5G is Rs 38,999. While, on the other hand, the pricing for the OnePlus 10 Pro is Rs 66,999.
The newly launched budget smartphone Realme C30 went on first sale today. C30 is the latest launch by the Company under its popular and budget-friendly C-series smartphone.
Launched on June 20, Realme C30 will be available for sale via Flipkart and the official website of the Realme, realme.com.
Realme C-series are popular for their budget launches along with offering great design and performance specs.
Realme C30 colour and storage variants
Designed to cater to entry-level smartphone users, the Realme C30 has been launched in two colour models and storage variants. Coming to the storage variants, customers have the flexibility to choose between the 2GB RAM and 32GB storage or 3GB RAM and 32GB storage. The Realme C30 will be available in Lake Blue and Bamboo Green colours.
Talking about the battery, the Realme C30 is equipped with a 5000mAh battery and a single 8-megapixel rear camera. The new offering from Realme is expected to intensify competition for Xiaomi and Motorola entry level smartphones.
Realme C30
Realme C30 price in India
The 2GB RAM and 32GB storage or 3GB RAM and 32GB storage variants of the Realme C30 is priced Rs 7,499 and Rs 8,299, respectively.
Customers can avail offers like 5% cashback on Flipkart Axis bank card while purchasing the smartphone on Flipkart. Customers can also get Google Next mini for Rs 1,999, which is priced Rs 3,499.
Realme C30 specifications
Talking about the specifications, the Realme C30 features a 6.5-inch full-screen display with an 88.7% screen-to-body ratio and a 120Hz touch sampling rate.
It gets power from a Unisoc (T612) processor, a common feature among budget smartphones. Realme C 30 has an AnTuTu score of around 176,932.
The chipset is paired with up to 3GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage. There’s also the option to expand the storage support to up to 1TB through a microSD card slot.
Other budget smartphone by Realme
Earlier, Realme silently introduced budget smartphone Narzo 50i Prime with 6.5-inch display, 5000mAh battery in China. Realme Narzo 50i Prime features a 6.5-inch HD+ display, Unisoc T612 chipset, up to 32GB expandable storage, and an 8MP rear camera are key specifications of the Realme Narzo 50i Prime.
The newly launched smartphone will be sold via AliExpress later this month. The smartphone features a water-drop notch to accommodate the selfie snapper, a single rear camera, and a boxy design, the new budget entrant to the Narzo series appears to be a rebrand of the Realme C30 that debuted in India recently. Realme Narzo 50i Prime shares similar design and hardware specifications.
Expected launches
The brand is also preparing to launch the Realme GT Neo 3T In the Indian market very soon. According to the report, the new smartphone under the Neo 3 series will arrive in India by the end of June or early July.
Realme GT Neo 3T is already available in Europe. The smartphone is likely to have features similar to its European variant. However, the smartphone maker is yet to reveal launch timeline and specifications of GT Neo 3T, the second smartphone under Neo series after Neo 3 that was launched in India with 150W fast charging support.
According to the report, Realme GT Neo 3T will be available in three colour options including Dash Yellow, Drifting White and Shade Black.
Microsoft is ending support for Windows 8.1 in January 2023
Windows 8.1 is one of the popular versions of the operating system from Microsoft Corp. It provides the perfect balance between the older and the signature Windows interface along with the tiled UI Microsoft interface. The operating system offered a very stable and consistent experience after the mess that was Windows 8. However, with the latest Windows 10 and Windows 11, the end of 8.1 is near. Microsoft has announced that it will be ending technical support for Windows 8.1 in January 2023, about 7 months from now. Similarly, the brand-ended support for Windows 8 back in January 2016.
After January 10, 2023, Windows 8.1 users will no longer get any new security updates. So, this also signifies that the users would have to upgrade to the latest Windows version to continue using the operating system. One other important thing to note is that the system will be at work till January 10 2023. So the users can save or download all your important data before that. Because no updates for your 8.1 system, would make it more vulnerable to virus attacks via the web or local wired and wireless connections. Additionally, other office applications like Microsoft 365 will also drop support for PCs running on Windows 365 after January 10.
This upcoming Oppo Flagship could feature 240W charging support
To give head-on competition to the Apple devices, the Chinese smartphone maker Oppo has a different plan with an advanced level. Reportedly, Oppo is preparing its upcoming 240W charging technology for its upcoming smartphones. Some other specifications on the smartphone also include a 4500mAh battery and are expected to get full power in just 9 minutes.
Reportedly, it doesn’t mention the brand’s name specifically, but it does talk about a Chinese OEM brand lining up for the said feature. However, since the company has already demoed the technology earlier this year, it is assumed that Oppo is the brand in question here. Oppo already has come up with its Find X series in the market with a raised-up envelope with its great performance. Fast charging has become a necessity for users these days as this eliminates the waiting time of sitting beside your phone until it gains power. This is also a very generic feature that you can also find in the mid-range segment, up to Rs 30,000.
Tata Play partners with Google to launch the Nest cam in India
Google is set t launch its entry-level camera in cooperation with Tata Play. The name of the camera is decided as the Nest Cam that will offer bundled services. It includes both battery-powered Google Nest Cam and Google Nest Mini. The packages for Tata Play Secure and Tata Play Secure+ also include subscription services. Goog;e unveiled its Nest Cam previously with intelligent alerts that can be customized to meet security needs. It features a unique technology that can easily pick a moving object and notify the users about it. Furthermore, it also has advanced and familiar face recognition alerts for those with the Nest Aware subscription.
The high-quality speaker and integrated microphone of the Google Nest Cam (Battery) enable two-way conversation. Noise cancellation and full-duplex two-way audio are also provided. The Google Nest Cam (Battery) is designed to work in any environment and in any room of the house. It is resistant to the elements and doesn’t require any wiring to connect. With HDR and night vision capabilities, it can see well in any lighting. The Google Home app’s Event Video history is also available. Up to 60 days’ worth of event video history and 10 days’ worth of continuous video history are available. The Google Nest Cam’s internal memory has a maximum storage capacity of one hour’s worth of recorded events. At least ten cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Kolkata, will have access to the Google Nest Cam and Tata Play Secure. The cost of Rs. 11,999 ($153), which includes Nest Cam installation, is what Nest Aware subscribers would pay. The basic package costs Rs. 3,000 ($38) per year for up to 4 devices, while the Tata Play Secure+ plan begins at Rs. 5,000 ($64) per year. A Google Nest Mini (2nd Gen) speaker might be given out to early subscribers. The bundle is available on the Tata Play website for subscribers who are interested. A one-year guarantee for the Google Nest Cam is also included in the support.
Gmail can now be accessed without an internet connection
The Internet is important to do every simple task today and is the only fuel for our smartphones. However, Gmail has a different plan. The mailing service has come up with the latest update that eliminates the requirement of the internet to access all the messages. To put it simply, now you can easily read, respond, and even search all across your Gmail messages even if you don’t have an active internet connection. Also Read: Gmail eliminates the requirement of internet to access messages
According to Google Support, “you can read, respond to, and search your Gmail messages even when you aren’t connected to the Internet by visiting mail.google.com”. For making it more convenient and simple, Google has also asked the users to bookmark the important links on chrome. If you’re using Gmail with your work or school account, you can ask your admin to help change your settings.
