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OnePlus Nord 2T expected to be launched in India later this month

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OnePlus Nord 2T

After global launch of OnePlus Nord 2T last month, the Company is reportedly preparing to launch the device in India. According to the reports, the brand is expected to introduce the OnePlus Nord 2T in India by the end of this month. However, any specific launch date is yet to be announced by the Company.

The design and specifications of the Indian version of the OnePlus Nord 2T is expected to be the same as its global variant. However, the Indian model may come with support for expandable storage that is not available in global model of OnePlus Nord 2T.

The global model of OnePlus Nord 2T is coupled with up to 12GB LPDDR4x RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. It does not offer expandable storage.

OnePlus Nord 2T specifications

Talking about the specifications of OnePlus Nord 2T, the smartphone is equipped with a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate. The punch-hole cut-out includes a selfie shooter.

The OnePlus Nord 2T runs on Android 12-based OxygenOS 12 custom skin out of the box. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1300 chipset paired with up to 12GB LPDDR4x RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage.

Talking about the camera, the phone comes with a triple rear camera set up, including a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 primary sensor paired with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a 2-megapixel monochrome sensor. There is a 32-megapixel front camera for selfies.

The smartphone gets energy from a 4,500mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC charging support. 5G, 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, NFC, Beidou, Galileo, USB Type-C port, and an in-display fingerprint sensor are some of the other features that the OnePlus Nord phone offers globally.

OnePlus Nord 2T

OnePlus Community Sale

Currently, OnePlus is offering a series of offers on the entire portfolio of OnePlus products with attractive discounts as well as long-term bank offers during the four-day OnePlus Community Sale. The sale will conclude on June 10.

It offers discounts on across the OnePlus product portfolio, including the recently launched OnePlus 10R, OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite, OnePlus Nord Buds, and OnePlus TV Y1S Pro.

In addition to offers on smartphones and TV, customers can also purchase OnePlus Red Cable Care plan at a discounted price of Rs 999 for a limited duration only on OnePlus.in, OnePlus Store App, Amazon.in and OnePlus Experience Stores. Customers can also gain benefits such as 120 GB cloud storage, 12-month extended warranty, dedicated customer helpline & much more.

Also, Read Here: OnePlus 10R, OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite among other devices available on sale during OnePlus Community Sale

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 5 tipped to launch on this date

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 5 tipped to launch on this date

Samsung is soon to come up with its launch event for its rumoured next-gen foldable. The event will take place in August with the announcement of the most-awaited- Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4. We already have enough rumours going on about its design and specs but now it’s time for its launch date. Ahead of the launch, a renowned tipster has tipped the launch date along with the colour option for the upcoming Z-series. Here’s all that we know about it.

Galaxy Z Fold series launch date tipped

The South Korean tech giants are setting the stage for their upcoming Galaxy Unpacked 2022 event on August 10. The event is awaited for the announcement of the next-gen foldable series by the brand- the Z-series devices. Now, ahead of the launch, the popular tipster, Jon Prosser, has created a buzz by revealing the launch dates for this upcoming series.

Prosser has tweeted the expected Galaxy event launch dump that we might be going to witness in August. As per his tweet, Samsung’s next Galaxy Unpacked event will be held on August 10 2022. The event will celebrate the arrival of the Galaxy Z Fold 4, Z Flip, Watch 5, and Watch 5 Pro. Also, these devices will also be available to pre-order on the same date, and the sale for the sale will start on August 26, 2022.

Along with the price details, Prosser has also revealed the available colour options for the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 4. The smartphone is expected to come in three stunning colours- Phantom Black, Green, and Beige colour. While, on the other hand, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 will come in colours like Graphite, Bora Purple, Pink Gold, and Blue.

Both the foldable phones will be unveiled on the upcoming August 10 and will go on pre-order on the same day as well. Also, these devices will only be introduced in selected markets starting August 26 2022.

Galaxy Z Fold 4: Expected specs

Earlier, some of the specifications for the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 4 leaked ahead of its launch. The foldable smartphone is expected to sport a 7.6-inch 120Hz AMOLED foldable display and 120Hz HD+ display paired with a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it will have the latest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset as well. Furthermore, it is expected to host a 16MP under-screen camera.

Galaxy Z Fold 4: Expected specs

Coming to the rear camera structure, it will feature a triple camera array at the back with a 50MP main camera, a 12MP ultrawide camera and a 12MP 3x telephoto camera. The cover screen will also feature a hole-punch cutout for the 10MP front camera. Talking about the battery, the Fold 4 will pack a 4400 mAh battery with 25W fast charging support as well.

Other significant launches at Galaxy Unpacked 2022

Along with the next-gen foldable series, Samsung is also planning to launch a couple of other gadgets and some new upgrades. Here is what to expect!

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 series

The tipster has further claimed in his tweet that the Watch 5 series will debut alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and the Galaxy Z Flip 4. The tipster stated that the Watch 5 will launch in 40mm and 44mm variants with all the available colour options. The Watch 5 40mm variant will launch in Phantom Black, Silver and Pink Gold colours. The 44mm variant, on the other hand, will launch in Sapphire, Phantom Black and Silver colours.

There will be a Watch 5 Pro as well, which will launch in two colours – Phantom Black and Silver. Like the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4, the Watch 5 series will be available for pre-order starting August 10 and go on sale starting August 26, according to Prosser.

Along with this, the tipster has also said that the brand will also introduce a new colour option for the existing S22 series. Samsung Galaxy S22 might also be announced in a lovely new Lavender colour at the event. The same will go live on August 26 2022.

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Yeti X and Yeti Nano: The two premium USB mics for streamers and creators from the house of Blue Microphones

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Logitech Blue Microphones-Feature

Logitech-owned audio brand Blue Microphones has come up with two USB microphones, Yeti X and Yeti Nano, in the Indian market. These USB mics can be used with various platforms from gaming, live streaming, YouTube content creation, and home studio work – all providing broadcast-quality recording.

The Blue Microphones are simple to set up and connect with plug ‘n play operation for instant streaming with PC or Mac. Both mics help musicians and content creators deliver exceptional audio with a full range of premium studio microphones.

“Yeti X was created based on feedback from content creators all over the world, who need fast and easy-to-use tools that help them sound their very best. It gives creators the ability to customize their sound using high-quality effects and presets quickly and easily. Additionally, new features like high-res LED metering and a multi-function smart knob make it easier than ever to deliver professional results for gaming, streaming, and podcasting,” said Roopak Krishnan, Head of Marketing and Category, Logitech India.

“With Yeti Nano, content creators can easily record and stream with the signature studio quality sound of Yeti, in a new compact and streamlined design that fits in perfectly on any desktop. Whether you are gaming, making a business call, or recording something new, you’ll be heard loud and clear with incredible sound quality, every time,” he further added.

Mics for creators

Combining legendary Blue audio quality with innovative new features, Yeti X is the ultimate tool for creators who want to deliver professional content and build their audience. Yeti X is custom tuned to deliver superior, broadcast-quality sound for professional-level gaming, Twitch and Mixer streaming, podcasting and YouTube productions.

Yeti X features a four capsule condenser microphone and an 11-segment LED meter that goes from green to red, so streamers can check and adjust their vocal levels at a glance and easily maintain professional sound quality while live on camera. An illuminated multi-function smart knob provides precise control over mic gain, mute and headphone volume. The smart knob also controls the blend of microphone signal and computer sound, so creators can quickly adjust the amount of computer audio versus microphone audio that is heard in the headphones.

Yeti Nano delivers Blue studio-quality sound, with two proprietary condenser mic capsules that are specifically tuned to give voice exceptional presence and detail. Yeti Nano supports high-quality 24-bit/48kHz recording, so creators can give your podcast or video truly professional production value. Plus, Yeti Nano offers plug ‘n play performance with a wide range of software and operating systems, making it versatile and easy-to-use in any environment. Featuring two pickup-pattern controls directly on the mic, Yeti Nano gives the flexibility to record a single source, or multiple sources at once.

For both mics, cardioid mode records sources that are directly in front of the microphone, omnidirectional mode picks up sound equally from every direction and is ideal for conference calls. Yeti X additionally comes with bidirectional mode, which records from both the front and the rear of the microphone, and stereo mode, which uses both the left and right channels for capturing immersive audio experiences.

Yeti X and Yeti Nano come with Advanced Blue VO!CE, accessible through Logitech G HUB software. Blue VO!CE is a powerhouse suite of broadcast vocal effects built for creators, making it easier than ever for creators to achieve professional on-stream sound quality and have more ways to entertain their audiences.

In terms of pricing, Yeti X comes with a price tag of Rs 17,495, whereas Yeti Nano costs Rs 9,995.

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Samsung’s ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ contest invites India’s youth to solve real-world problems

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Samsung’s ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ competition

South Korean electronics major Samsung has come up with the inaugural edition of a new youth-centric national education competition called ‘Solve for Tomorrow’, which is inviting India’s brightest young minds to come up with innovative ideas that can transform the lives of people and communities around them.

The citizenship initiative aims to provide support to youth in India aged 16-22 years from across cities, towns and villages to turn their ideas into action. The competition is inviting ideas in the areas of Education, Environment, Healthcare and Agriculture, the priority UN Sustainable Development Goals for India.

Support will include mentoring of the top 50 teams (individuals or teams of up to 3 members) by industry experts and Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT) at Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT Delhi) to help enhance their ideas, along with a boot-camp at IIT Delhi, a certificate of participation, and vouchers worth Rs 100,000 for online courses in design thinking, STEM, innovation, leadership, among others.

The top 10 teams will get the opportunity to visit Samsung India offices, its R&D centres and Samsung Opera House in Bengaluru where they will interact with young Samsung employees and researchers.

The annual program will end with the grand announcement of three national winners, who stand a chance to get mega support of up to Rs 1 crore and mentoring support for six months to take their ideas to the next level under the expert guidance of IIT Delhi.

Participants can apply for Solve for Tomorrow, get detailed information on the program and terms and conditions at www.samsung.com/in/solvefortomorrow, starting today till 5 July 31.

Ken Kang, President and CEO, Samsung Southwest Asia, said, “At Samsung, harnessing the power of youth is priority. This is what drives us and our global CSR vision of ‘Together for Tomorrow! Enabling People,’ which seeks to empower the next generation to achieve their full potential and pioneer positive social changes. Solve for Tomorrow also takes us a step ahead in our vision of ‘Powering Digital India’ as the country’s strongest partner.”

“With Solve for Tomorrow, we aim to motivate and nurture creative thinking and problem-solving among the youth and encourage them to find innovative technology solutions with a social impact. We want to play our part in strengthening the innovation ecosystem in the country, taking forward the vision of the Government and the people of this country,” he said.

Prof Rangan Banerjee, Director, IIT Delhi, said, “With Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow initiative, we are looking at prospective innovations with impact potential to address the future challenges faced by society. This partnership will enable young change-makers to explore wider opportunities and provide a platform for activating and nurturing their ideas.”

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macOS Ventura compatibility check: Check out the list of Apple devices compatible with macOS Ventura

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Check out the list of Apple devices compatible with macOS Ventura

Apple’s biggest event-WWDC 2022 is still in the run and each day is bringing something new and fresh to the users. The first day itself introduced such amazing innovations and upgrades to all the existing loved apple gadgets. One such announcement is the macOS Ventura. Apple described it as the company’s next-gen macOS coming with future shifting abilities. It is also described as the latest operating system for its Mac devices at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2022).

The new operating system is ready to come by the end of the year, but what about the compatibility? Will you be able to pair it with your older Mac? Or what are the devices that can connect to this latest system effortlessly? Read the article below and find out!

List of Mac devices compatible with macOS Ventura

Apple’s next major operating system, macOS Ventura is coming this fall. It is currently in the developer beta version. Since it is a new OS version, it might create confusion in the user’s mind about whether it will work with your Mac. Also, being new in the market, not every device will be compatible with it. So here is the list for you. Apple has released a list of devices compatible with the latest version of the macOS- macOS Ventura. Check which devices will support this new operating system from Apple!

MacBook Pro and MacBook Air

MacBook Pro and MacBook Air

First, we have Apple’s popular Mac models- MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. Both models are the most demanded and favourite ones by far. Hence, if you have one and are stiff confused about whether it will work or not, then worry no more. All the MacBook Airs moels from 2018 and later MacBook Pros variants from 2017 and later are compatible. Here’s a complete list you can find:

  • MacBook Pro (14-inch, 2021)
  • MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2021)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, 2020)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
  • MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports)
  • MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2019)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
  • MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2018)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
  • MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2017)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2017, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2017, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports)
  • MacBook Air (M1, 2020)
  • MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2020)
  • MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2019)
  • MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2018)

MacBook

If you think only the Air and Pro Mac versions are lucky to get macOS Ventura, then this is your sign of relief. Apple is offering the upgrade to the standard non-Pro MacBook as an option alongside the higher versions as well. Hence, if you have the standard models of MacBook starting in 2017 and later, it will feature the new macOS Ventura. It includes the MacBook powered by M2 and the 12-inch variant from 2017- MacBook Retina. Unfortunately, if you’re still stuck with the 2016 model and back, then you won’t be able to access or upgrade to Ventura.

iMac and iMac Pro

Since the iMac is available in two variants: The iMac and iMac Pro, we’ll talk about both the models here. So, the good news is the macOS Ventura is available with both the models from 2017 and newer. Here is the complete list where you can find the variants of iMac and iMac Pro that will support the macOS Ventura.

  • iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021)
  • iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2020)
  • iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2019)
  • iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2019)
  • iMac Pro (2017)
  • iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2017)
  • iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2017)
  • iMac (21.5-inch, 2017)

Again, both Apple M1 and Intel iMacs are on this list. So, if you’re not updated to Apple’s latest, you should be covered. Also, if you have any older versions of the iMacs like 2015 iMacs, 2014 iMacs or anything older, it will not support the latest upgrade.

Mac Pro and Mac Studio

Mac Pro is one of the oldest models supported by the brand but still loved by many. Although these Mac never gets the Apple M1 or Apple M2 chipsets, they will the macOS Ventura upgrade. Ventura upgrade will be available on Mac Pro models from 2019 or later. While, on the other hand, Mac Pro’s popular replacement, the new Mac Studio will fully support the macOS Ventura upgrade. Still, here’s a list for your convenience:

  • Mac Pro (2019)
  • Mac Pro (Rack, 2019)

The users would have to keep in mind that the older Mac pro versions from the 2013 Mac Pro, will not work with the Ventura upgrade. These devices have outdated specs, anyway, though the design and upgradability have some people still using them.

Mac Mini

Now coming to the last offering from Apple, the Mac Minis will also get this upgrade. Users who are working with the MAC Mini models from 2018 and later are good to go with Ventura. Here’s a list comprising all the confirmed Mini models to get macOS Ventura by Apple.

  • Mac mini (M1, 2020)
  • Mac mini (2018)

One more point to be noted here is that the Mac mini models from 2014, 2012, 2011, 2010, and 2009 are not going to work with Ventura. If that is the case with you, you’ll need to upgrade to the mentioned variants.

One thing to be noted here is that the list has changed quite a bit when compared to the current-generation macOS Catalina. The current macOS version supports Mac devices as old as 2015, even for the Mac Mini and Mac Pro which were launched back in 2013. However, it lacks support for some latest versions. Even the brand has dropped support for several older devices but the newer version has support for devices that were first launched about five years ago.

Summing up or keeping it simple, the good news is that if you have had a Mac device for the last five years, you should be good to go. Also, in any case, if the list gets changed or some new devices hets added by the brand, we will update this for you.

Just like all the previous years, the latest operating system is yet to be rolled out to the users. The same will be available for them once it is more stabilized. There is no specific date mentioned by Apple for the rollout of macOS Ventura, however, it will be available for the users in the second quarter of the year.

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Bose Soundlink Flex: A portable Bluetooth speaker with powerful audio defying its size

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Bose SoundLink Flex-Feature

One of the world’s most popular audio brands, Bose, has expanded its iconic Soundlink Bluetooth speaker family with the launch of Soundlink Flex, which claims to deliver the best audio performance for a portable speaker its size in all-new, grabbable, and ultra-rugged design.

The all-new product from the house of Bose adds proprietary Bose PositionIQ technology to automatically detect the speaker’s orientation, so whether upright, hanging, or flat on its back, the speaker is optimized to deliver rich, lifelike sound.

The speaker’s IP67 waterproof and dustproof rating combines with up to 12 hours of battery life to make it a tough, portable workhorse. The SoundLink Flex is available starting today for Rs 15,900 at all Bose premium partner stores, offline retail chains Croma, Reliance and Vijay Sales, and on Amazon, Flipkart and TataCliq.

Punches above its weight

This new portable Bose speaker uses every fraction of an inch of its enclosure to deliver astonishing audio performance. A customer transducer – as big as could fit – maximizes clarity so you can hear each instrument and vocal, and delivers bass that you can feel in your chest. It combines with dual-opposing passive radiators, which brilliantly turn vibration into powerful audio output from the compact speaker. Bose proprietary digital signal processing (DSP) technology dramatically minimizes distortion so you hear natural, full sound.

For the first time in a Bluetooth speaker, the Bose SoundLink Flex dynamically detects its orientation and automatically adjusts to deliver uncompromised audio through Bose PositionIQ technology. Whether the Flex is upright on the kitchen counter, hanging from a backup, or lying flat next to the pool, you don’t need to do a thing to ensure optimal sound quality.

Design to die for

With its IP67 rating and premium materials, the Soundlink Flex is rugged and resilient – ready for whatever your day throws at you. Together, its soft silicone back and powder-coated steel grille protect it from drops and bumps, won’t peel or flake, and are resistant to corrosion and UV light. Its tightly sealed acoustic components keep water, dust and dirt out and won’t compromise audio performance. It will even float to the water’s surface after an accidental drop in the bathtub, pool or ocean. And its durable utility loop can easily attach to a carabiner or buckle on your bag, or hang from a hook in your shower or beach chair.

The Flex measures 7.9-inch wide, 2.1-inch deep, and 3.6-inch high, and weighs just over 1 pound. It fits effortlessly in your hand, feels good to hold when you grab it and go and looks elegant on your bookshelf. It comes in three gorgeous colours: Black, White Smoke or Stone Blue.

Plays perfectly with others

The SoundLink Flex’s setup is straightforward with simple voice prompts for Bluetooth pairing to your phone or tablet within seconds. It remembers up to eight connections for seamless switching from one device to the next. Using the Bose Connect app, you can control the Flex, personalize settings, and receive the latest software updates. And on-speaker buttons allow you to power on/off, turn volume up/down, connect to Bluetooth, and play, pause or skip tracks. You can also access your phone’s voice assistant or take and make calls with exceptional clarity through a built-in microphone.

The Flex has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that offers up to 12 hours of playback – enough to last you through your all-day family reunion or lazy afternoon at the park. The Flex uses USB-C charging with the charging port strategically placed on the opposite side of the utility loop, so you can charge and play the Flex in any position without missing a beat.

Pair a second SoundLink Flex or Bose Bluetooth speaker for Stereo Mode (left-right channel) or Party Mode (simultaneous music playback). When at home, the Flex works flawlessly with one or more Bose smart speakers and soundbars to extend your listening experience using Bose SimpleSync technology. When the Flex is connected, ask your voice assistant to play music on your smart speaker, and content will play simultaneously on both.

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Google Maps will now show the air quality around you

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Google Maps will now show the air quality around you

There’s no need to boast about what fresh air means to us. After all, a breath of fresh air is all that we need to handle all the stress and tackle a bad day. Now the question is how would we know if the air we are breathing in is fresh or not? The answer is now coming to you with Google Maps’ new feature. Google Maps is all set to add a new layer of data to let the users know the air quality they’re currently breathing in. Here’s all that we know about it!

Google Maps to bring AQI checking: What’s inside?

Just like you, your Google Maps also wants you to breathe in fresh air only, hence, its is bringing AQI on both your iOS and Android smartphones. The feature will be available for users in the US on both iOS and Android.

As per the Google maps, “Entering the Air Quality layer will zoom out your current Google Maps view. Pins will appear over the largest locations, and you can tap any colour-coded dot to see a specific site. More details appear on the bottom sheet with an easy-to-understand text description”.

The new feature is expected to tell the user what they can expect from the air today. For instance, whether it’s going to be smoggy and smoky, so he/she should stay home. It is also going to help you to decide on your morning walk or picnic when the air quality is supremely good. So, it’s now time you can have some expectations, air-wise!

Google Maps air quality feature: Uses and significance

With this capability coming to your fingertips, it will become much easier for you to make well-informed decisions. You would be able to decide whether you should go out or not. Also, if you’re going out, how long should you stay there. Interestingly, the feature also comes with a guide to show you outdoor activities in a more detailed preview. It also has some advice that is going to show you what outdoor activities you can avoid as well. The upcoming AQI will also show you when the data was last updated on the app.

The app says, “You’ll see Air Quality Index (AQI), a measure of how healthy (or unhealthy) the air is, along with guidance for outdoor activities, when the information was last updated and links to learn more”.

Google Maps air quality feature: Uses and significance

Currently, the feature is available only in the United States and certain parts of Canada. Now, one more important aspect of this latest feature is about the reliability of the data. So, this data comes straight from government agencies, primarily the EPA or the Environmental Protection Agency.

Maps also show air quality information from PurpleAir, a low-cost sensor network which can give you a hyperlocal view of conditions. However, the users would have to add this layer manually. To do so, users can simply follow these easy steps:

  • Tap on the button in the top right corner of their phone’s screen.
  • Then they have to select Air Quality under Map details.
  • The information from PurpleAir is also available on Nest displays and speakers.

Especially made for us, it also features a wildfire layer, as the wildfire season is also approaching there. This will allow the users to see details about active fires in the area, thanks to Google partnering up with the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC). Furthermore, it also comes with an advanced search feature where the user can simply search “wildfires near me” and the associated details will be surfaced. This will also show the air quality information. “In the coming months”, Google search will also be adding smoke data across the US from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

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ESPL Season 2: TECNO to be the Presenting Sponsor for the Rs 1 Cr prize pool tournament

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ESPL 2 X Tecno games-Feature

With Esports Premier League (ESPL) just around the corner, smartphone brand TECNO has been roped in as the Presenting Sponsor for the second edition of the country’s first franchise-based league for gaming after the overwhelming success of the inaugural edition last year.

“The first season of the Esports Premier League was a great success and this time we will try to make it even bigger. We are thrilled to have TECNO Mobile on board as the title sponsor for this event. Just like how TECNO Mobile is committed to unlocking the best contemporary technologies for its customers, we are also committed to providing a world-class platform for Indian talent through this league in order to develop the Indian esports ecosystem, taking it to the next level,” said Vishwalok Nath, Director, ESPL.

High-voltage action on the anvil

This year’s league is set to engage gamers across the country in a high-voltage action with the most popular battle royale game, ‘BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI)’ which carries a big prize pool of Rs 1 crore.

The champion team will take home Rs 50 lakh, while the second and third-placed teams will bag Rs 25 lakh and Rs 10 lakh respectively. Top-16 teams will be awarded cash prizes and the Most Valuable Player Award winner will be richer by Rs 1 lakh.

The upcoming edition of India’s premier esports league, ESPL will kickstart registrations on June 15 and matches on June 21.

TECNO Mobile plans to promote its upcoming smartphone phone, TECNO Pova 3 through this league. “The poised to launch smartphone will give class-apart gaming experience to the users. It not only offers a super-fast processing speed but also comes with a massive battery,” said TECNO in a statement. As per the recently released Counterpoint Market Share Report, TECNO is the third-largest smartphone player in the sub-10k segment.

Heightening gamers’ expectations

Arijeet Talapatra, CEO, TECNO Mobile India, said, “India’s gaming community is witnessing a boom and growing exponentially at a rate of 38% per annum. The Indian gaming industry is estimated to be valued at $3.9+ billion by 2025. These developments have heightened gamers’ expectations from the technology sector and there is an increased demand for better and more powerful gaming devices with high-end processors, augmented speed and longer battery life. We have been driving this revolution with our feature-rich gaming devices under the ‘POVA’ series, which targets the mid-range segment.”

“With the POVA product line, we are determined to provide Indian smartphone consumers with a trinity of speed, power and performance that supplements the Zillenials’ never-ending hustle and further motivates them to ‘Stop at Nothing’. Our association with ESPL is bringing us forward towards achieving the same goal. We are looking ahead to a valuable partnership to create a more exciting online gaming ecosystem,” added Talapatra.

The league will be played in two separate stages in the initial phase — online qualifiers as well as an invitational qualifier — to shortlist the top 16 teams. The first 12 teams, top-2 teams from the online event and top-10 teams from the invitational qualifiers, will progress directly into the final stage and compete for the top 2 spots in the final.

The teams ranked from 3 to 10 (7 teams) in the online qualifiers and teams ranked from 11 to 18 from invitational qualifiers will compete for the other top two spots available in the finals. The finals will also witness two direct invited teams competing and vying for the title.

Season 1 was already a hit

Inaugural season of the ESPL recorded more than one million registrations and 100 million-plus video views as the action was streamed LIVE on the official YouTube and Facebook channels of India Today and Aaj Tak and its websites.

Nath further said, “Every season we plan to do something different in order to take the league to the next level. The upcoming edition will also be action-packed, especially with players fighting it out on the BGMI esports maps which is a very popular title among the gaming community. This platform is for our athletes and they are equally excited.”

Professional athletes as well as esports enthusiasts above the age of 16 can participate in the ESPL Season 2. Interested esports players and fans need to be ready on June 13 for the registration phase. The last date for registration is June 20. Each team should have a minimum of four members. The interested teams can register themselves on: .

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Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G to go on its first sale starting June 10: Check details

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Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G goes on its first sale in India today

Realme just expanded its popular and budget-friendly Narzo 50 series by adding two latest devices to it. The Realme Narzo 50 5G and its higher version of the Realme Narzo Pro 50 5G are the latest offering in this series. Both smartphones pack amazing features, durability and good battery life. Additionally, the base variant, Realme Narzo 50 5G is already available in the Indian market. Now, it’s only time to get your hands on the pro version.

Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G first sale: Price and other offers

The Realme Narzo Pro 50 5G will go on the first sale starting June 10, 2022. It comes in two RAM and storage configurations. The 6GB RAM comes with 128GB storage onboard and the 8GB RAM variant comes with 128GB storage.

 Both the variants are expected to be priced at INR 21,999 and 23,999 respectively. The device will be available to buy from the online stores via Amazon, or you can directly go to the company’s official website.

Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G: Features and specs

Talking about the specifications, the Realme Narzo 50 Pro comes with a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, a 360Hz touch sampling rate, and a peak brightness of 1,000 nits.

It also features the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G Processor under the hood with an Arm Mali-G68 GPU. Furthermore, it comes with up to 8GB of RAM, 5GB of virtual RAM and 128GB of storage space. It runs Android 12-based Realme UI 3.0.

he Realme Narzo Pro 50 5G specs

Coming to the optics, the Realme Narzo 50 Pro sports a triple rear camera consisting of a 48MP primary camera, an 8MP wide-angle lens and a 4cm Macro lens. For selfies and video calling, the phone has a 16MP selfie camera on the front.

For heat dissipation, especially during your long gaming sessions, the smartphone has a five-layer cooling system. As per the company, it provides up to 10-degree Celsius of temperature reduction in the core area.

he Realme Narzo Pro 50 5G battery

On the battery front, the Realme Narzo 50 Pro comes with a 5,000mAh battery which supports 33W Dart charge technology. Realme claims that this battery can be charged up to 50% in just 31 minutes and up to 100 per cent in just 70 minutes.

It also comes with some additional features like dual stereo speakers and an in-display fingerprint sensor.

Also Read: Realme Narzo 50 5G, Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G launched, check details

Tech News Wrap: Oppo K10 5G to go on sale starting June 15..and more

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Oppo K10 5G to go on sale starting June 15

Oppo K10 5G is the brand’s new budget smartphone in the mid-range segment. The phone has already made an entry into the Indian market and the same will be available for grab starting June 15, 2022. The smartphone features some good specs and features given it comes in the budget category. It comes with a 6.5-inches AMOLED display paired with a 90Hz refresh rate. Furthermore, it sports a MediaTek Dimensity 810 chipset paired with 8GB RAM with further expandable capability up to 5GB.

Oppo K10 5G to go on sale starting June 15

Coming to the system, it comes with an Android 12-based ColorOS version out of the box. For the camera, it features a dual-camera configuration with a 48MP primary sensor and a 2MP sensor. For selfies, it features an 8MP lens at the front. Oppo K10 5G comes with a 5000mAh battery that also supports 33W fast charging. The phone comes in the price range of Rs 17,499 and will go live on sale starting June 15 2022.

Instagram introduces ‘sensitive content’ controls

At the end of last year, Instagram added a way by which users can easily filter out sensitive content that they don’t want to see. Now, the same filters are getting a big upgrade. Instagram has announced that it is expanding the setting by enabling the users to turn off such types of content recommendations throughout the app.

Instagram introduces ‘sensitive content’ controls

Earlier, the platform only used to define the sensitive content as “posts that don’t necessarily break our rules but could potentially be upsetting to some people — such as posts that may be sexually suggestive or violent.” However, the new settings will be applied all over the app, the reels, hashtag pages, in-feed suggested posts and even the accounts you might follow. Rather than letting users mute certain content topics, Instagram’s controls only have three settings, one that shows you less of this bucket of content, the standard-setting and an option to see more sensitive content. Instagram users under the age of 18 won’t be able to opt for the latter setting. There’s no date announced for this upcoming functionality, but it will be available to the users in the coming week.

Read more here: Instagram: New updates to Sensitive Content Control feature

Lenovo Yoga AIO 7 Desktop PC launched in India

Lenovo is back with its popular Yoga series adding the company’s latest: Yoga AIO 7 desktop PC in India. The premium laptop comes with a soft-textured design and hands-free functionality, made just for the hybrid lifestyle. Coming from the Yoga series, it definitely features a flexible display with an ergonomic hinge. However, what uniqueness it has is that it comes with the series’ first rotability-feature that helps to tilt or turn the slim framed display effortlessly. It also allows users to easily adjust the height, without losing focus on the task.

Lenovo Yoga AIO 7 Desktop PC launched in India

Talking about the other specs, it comes with a 27-inch 4K UHD touch display, supporting 100 per cent sRGB colour standard. It also ships with the JBL Harman-certified stereo speakers for an immersive sound experience for the users. The laptop is currently available in one classy colour: Cloud Grey. The same is also available to grab at Amazon and Lenovo’s authorised service centres at Rs 171,999.

Apple bringing New Passkey Feature

Apple’s ongoing WWDC 2022 has already unveiled the company’s latest upgrades and technologies coming in the future. Keeping with the same, iOS 16, iPadOS 16, tvOS 16, and macOS Ventura is soon to introduce the “Passkeys” feature to replace the traditional passwords. The same will help the users to sign in to any website or app without typing their long passwords.

Apple bringing New Passkey Feature

According to Apple, “Passkeys are next-generation credentials that are safer and easier to use than standard passwords”. As Apple explains in a support document on the feature, “Passkeys are built on the WebAuthn standard and use a unique cryptographic key pair for each website or account”. It is considered even more secure than passwords as they protect users from phishing, malware, and other attacks aimed at gaining account access. The whole Passkey concept relies on the iCloud Keychain, which in turn requires two-factor authentication for further protection. Apple says that transitioning away from passwords is going to take some time, but it will be working with developers to create a passwordless future.

Also Read: WWDC 2022: What you need to know about Apple M2