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Netflix Tudum 2022 Announces Brand New TV Shows; Quality Content on the Rise

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Netflix Tudum 2022
Netflix Tudum 2022

In terms of churning out topnotch content for the audience, Netflix India and Amazon Prime are the top two over-the-top (OTT) platforms in the country that have given us some of the best web-series over the past few years like Sacred Games, The Family Man, Mirzapur, among others.

It was Sacred Games that ushered in the OTT revolution in India and took the whole nation by storm with its innovative storyline, acting performances, background score, direction, production value, among others.

Netflix is the platform that many give credit for shooting an acting wizard like Nawazuddin Siddiqui into the celluloid stratosphere although he had become a name to reckon with through Gangs of Wasseypur 1 & 2.

Brief Summary

Sacred Games was Netflix’s first original series based on the novel of the same name by noted Writer/News Anchor Vikram Chandra that proved to be one of the biggest hit television shows on Netflix, eventually finding a place in The New York Times’ ‘The 30 Best International TV Shows of the Decade’ list.

The first season, consisting of 8 episodes, was released in 2018 in more than 189 countries in over 20 languages. Netflix, through this series, showed the entire world that Indian Cinema was way more than silly musicals with dance numbers and hyperactive melodrama that prompted the whole world to see Indian content in a whole new light.

Now we are in 2022 and Netflix is having booming business in terms of OTT content from India, which has finally provided a platform for great actors that was unable to get good roles in a film industry obsessed with the star system and a big chunk of credit goes to Netflix for the same.

Netflix Tudum 2022 was the second ever global fan event held by the global platform for its loyal fans so as to provide them with a first-hand glimpse of all their upcoming OTT projects throughout the world, including India, which is undoubtedly its biggest market in current times.

Netflix Tudum 2022

Tudum 2022 is one such event where Netflix wants to make the whole world familiar with its oncoming projects that they can look forward to alongside the teasers and trailers of their forthcoming releases on the platform, which includes Guns & Gulaabs, Kathal, Soup, among others.

International Projects

Apart from Indian projects, Netflix has a slew of International TV Shows lined up for the coming months, including new seasons of previous successful shows that we are going to discuss about.

  • Squid Game Season 2: It is a known fact that Squid Game was quite successful during its release, which prompted to come up with the sequel and its development is currently underway as Hwang Dong-Hyuk, director and creator of the original series is working on the script so that viewers won’t have anything to complain about.
  • Witcher Season 3: This is one that will most probably see a summer 2023 release as Geralt of Rivia, a firm favourite character of many an individual, is all set to come back for the new season after a year and a half along with Ciri, Yennefer, both of whom are played by Freya Allan and Anya Chalotra, respectively, while Henry Cavill is essaying Geralt.

All three stars graced the Tudum event where they announced the reveal timeline along with some artwork from Season 3. While the first season involved killing demons, the new season is speculated to be something different.

  • The Crown Season 5: The Crown, after a successful run for four season, is all set to make a comeback with the fifth on November 9, 2022, which is quite soon after the recent death of Queen Elizabeth II and will have some new characters and story arc that will definitely be appealing to its fans.
  • The Watcher: This TV series involves the Braddock Family that will move into their new home in a quiet neighbourhood but will find danger lurking at every step as they witness a shocking truth in and about the neighbourhood they’ve just come to.
  • Wednesday: This one is going to be a TV show based on the famous Addams Family and revolve around Wednesday Addams, daughter of Gomez and Morticia “Tish” Addams, and sister of Pugsley Addams. The first season will be out on November 23, 2022, and will involve Wednesday at Nevermore Academy, which is a spooky boarding school with many magical elements.

Conclusion

These are few of the shows that you can look forward to on Netflix as it is going to be a busy schedule for the global platform with a lot of expectations riding upon it that can go either ways.

Netflix Tudum 2022

Also Read: Netflix’s latest Top 10 Movies in trending in India

OpenAI DALL-E Image Generator; Human Face Editing Made Easy

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OpenAI's DALL-E Image
OpenAI's DALL-E Image

Face is mirror of your soul is what experts have said and indeed, it has proven to be true on many occasions, if not all. Anyone can guess what is going on in your mind or in your heart by looking at your face but there are many people that are experts in hiding their true personality with their acting skills for which having an expressive face is important.

There are many folks that are obsessed with their face and looking good for which they are willing to go to any extent and spend any moment as long as they get the fruits of their investment.

Nowadays there are many ways to enhance your features via Botox, Facial, many other surgeries that one can think of. The sheer number of celebrities that are willing to go under the knife, despite potentially disastrous consequences, for getting stunning facial features is quite huge.

Brief Summary

Nowadays, people rely on Artificial Intelligence (AI) generators for editing their faces online, which is considered a foolproof way to alter the images completely according to the individual.

AI image generators are becoming more and more popular since the past few years with many examples that have outperformed their counterparts in terms of editing capabilities like OpenAI DALL-E.

DALL-E was once considered a privacy hazard but has slowly overcome the matter and evolved into a proverbial tool for editing human faces, which has been officially stamped on OpenAI where images can be altered easily.

The mere prospect of editing images with faces is not something that is practiced very often but OpenAI, via DALL-E, wants to provide users the liberty to edit pictures as they feel like due to the immense demand for such things for many years.

Many people constantly complain about the background scenes, outfits, and other problems in their images that they feel spoils their picture altogether, which is why OpenAI decided to sort out this issue once and for all.

With the help of DALL-E, which was launched in January 2021, users can now change outfits, edit background scenes, and other things but due to the immense risk of AI being misused by unscrupulous elements, the feature has been kept in limits so as to prevent any such catastrophe from happening.

Due to the AI security being breached a number of times, OpenAI has come out with massive improvements in their security system so that DALL-E will sort thing out and support human face editing with excellent filters.

There is a tendency among many users to generate content that is violent, sexual, and political that can lead to disastrous consequences but due to the new filters, which OpenAI claims to be of highly robust nature, such things can be prevented from happening and nipped in the bud itself.

Furthermore, OpenAI have confirmed that they have a policy due to which users cannot upload images of anyone without their consent, which was tested by using random celebrities’ names so that their images appeared with their face but due to the filters, nothing of the sort happened.

If you want to test Dall-E’s features, you can, for example, upload your own image where your eyes are covered following which you need to ask DALL-E to edit the face, features, clothes, or anything of your choice and see the results for yourself.

OpenAI DALL-E

Once users get the AI tool, it can be used even further while people that want to gain access to it can do so by visiting the official website of OpenAI where you can learn about the procedures in detail.

Conclusion

All said and done, there are many folks that consider photo editing with faces as a violation of privacy as many have expressed skepticism on whether it is the right thing to do or not but, come to think of it, there is a sizeable portion of youngsters that are willing to do anything for fame with stripping being at the very least.

Also Read: Artificial Intelligence And Its Applications In The Real World?

Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2022: Over 1.5 Million Users Per Second Came For Shopping On Its 1st Day

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Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale

The Big Billion Days Sale 2022 provides steep discounts on various name products. Time to finally buy everything on your shopping list. Do not procrastinate any longer if you are interested in purchasing electronic equipment such as laptops, mobiles, smartwatches, and others; you can do so quickly and cheaply from the convenience of your own home.

Discounts on various things, including but not limited to electronics, will be available on Big Billion Day 2022. Shop the Big Billion Day sales to save money on home improvement projects like redecorating or stocking up on kitchen necessities.

The store also sells the kinds of groceries everyone needs to get by. Ghee, multigrain, fruit juice, cooking oil, and other products are among them. During the sale period, customers may purchase all of the products on their wish lists in a single transaction and send them directly to their homes.

Take advantage of the Big Billion Day deals and save even more money. In the Big Billion Days Sale 2022, you may stock up on necessities for the home and pay safely online to have them delivered right to your door. The latest revision of this document was made on September 25.

Shop online for the Big Billion Day Sale 2022 to get great deals and offers

Big Billion Day Sale 2022

A major online sale has been anticipated by many, and now your wait is over: Flipkart is hosting the Big Billion Day sale in 2022. This fantastic Big Billion Day sale provides you the opportunity to get everything you need to enjoy the upcoming celebrations to the fullest.

Big Billion Day deals can help make your dreams come true, whether you want to upgrade your old kitchen appliances, buy the flagship phone you’ve been longing for, boost your productivity at work with a new laptop, spruce up your furniture and home decor, update your wardrobe, or surprise your kid with toys.

Moreover, you may save lots of money on necessities like food, toiletries, and clothing. On Flipkart’s Big Billion Day in 2022, you can expect many brand-new bargains, including limited-time offers, tick-tock deals, flash sales, flat discounts, top deals, and rush-hour specials. On Big Billion Day, shoppers can choose from various popular brands.

Check out the deals on electronics on Big Billion Day

Big Billion Day Sale 2022

You may take advantage of this discount if you’re in the market for a new laptop to watch your favorite OTT video, a refrigerator to keep your produce fresh, a wristwatch to track your fitness or other items.

You may save a lot of money by waiting for sales on high-end smartphones like Realme, POCO, Redmi, Motorola, Samsung, Vivo, Apple, and other brands.

During the Big Billion Day sale of 2022, consumers can pick up HD-quality smart TVs in various sizes. Popular streaming content can now be experienced in vivid detail on devices from manufacturers including OnePlus, Mi, Samsung, Vu, LG, and Sony.

You can get affordable speakers, soundbars, and home theatre systems that complement the high-quality pictures of your TV or laptop. Headphones, true wireless earbuds, and Bluetooth headsets from boAt, OnePlus, u&i, Mivi, DIZO, and Noise are some of the best options if you want a customized audio experience.

Microwaves, OTGs, washing machines, refrigerators, air conditioners, juicer-mixer grinders, irons, and more may all be found at deeply discounted prices.

Check out the Big Billion Day Sale for discounts on clothes, home decor, and other things

In addition to the usual assortment of blouses, shirts, and kurta sets, you can also find popular brands such as Allen Solly, AND, Dressberry, Arrow, Flying Machine, Roadster, and many more. This makes it possible to give your wardrobe a truly remarkable makeover.

You may add to your shoe collection by choosing from a broad range of brands, such as Nike, Skechers, PUMA, Adidas, and Bata, which provide everything from embellished sandals to sneakers, loafers to dress shoes and high heels to flats. Accessories such as jewelry, purses, and watches will also be available during the event.

Keep an eye out for discounts on food and other items you often use, such as oils, dried fruits, beverages, teas, nut butter, wheat flour, and chocolate, so that you may stock up on the things you need the most. The Big Billion Day sale 2022 is the ideal occasion for indulging in some much-needed shopping therapy and stocking up on lavish gifts for the people in your life.

Conclusion

The Big Billion Days Sale 2022 provides substantial discounts on a wide range of brand-name merchandise. It is now time to complete your shopping list. If you want to buy electrical devices like laptops, smartphones, and smartwatches, don’t wait; you can do it quickly and inexpensively from the comfort of your home.

Many things, including but not limited to electronics, will be reduced on Big Billion Day 2022. You may save money on home improvement tasks like upgrading or stocking up on kitchen basics by browsing the Big Billion Day sales.

Also Read: Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022 Sale: Best Deals on Smartphones Under Rs. 20,000

 

Google Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro Price Leaked; Device Features Revealed

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Google Pixel 7 Pro
Google Pixel 7 Pro

Google had conducted an I/O 2022 event back in May 2022 where it announced several of its gadgets that are in the pipeline waiting to be launched in the latter half of 2022. It has promised to one up its game and give competition to the likes of Apple, Samsung, OPPO, and others.

All these tech giants have come out with successful devices this year with Apple launching their latest iPhone 14 smartphones along with several other devices on September 7, 2022, at the ‘Far Out’ event held in California.

Google too is coming out with its brand new Google Pixel 7 and Google Pixel 7 pro smartphones that will be launched in the global market on October 6, 2022, while the Indian market launch is, as of yet, unconfirmed.

Also Read: Google Pixel 7 Series on FCC Database

Brief Up

The company has already shared a glimpse of both handsets at the aforementioned I/O 2022 event back in the summer where it was confirmed that the Pixel 7 series will be the flagship model for Google as of now.

It was also confirmed that both Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro will be launched in India in due course that will mark it as the flagship series for the very first time in the country apart from the fact that pre-orders will also available from October 6, which is the day of the official launch.

The latest buzz is that the price of Google Pixel 7 series has been leaked via reliable tipsters that have good connections with the insiders of the company that provide them with the regular grapevine prior to the official launch of any device.

Google Pixel 7 is speculated to cost $599, which is around Rs.48,600 while Pixel 7 Pro is expected to come at $899, which is approximately Rs.72,990, which incidentally is the same price as that of Google Pixel 6 that was launched back in 2021.

Pixel 7 Series will be available in four colour options viz. Hazel, lemongrass, Snow, and Obsidian. But that isn’t all as the leaks have also revealed the promotional offers on the devices that users will be most excited about as they can avail the models via discount offers along with the regular festive season perks.

As per reliable sources, Pixel 7 series handsets will come with gift card incentives with a $100 gift card for Pixel 7 and $200 gift card for Pixel 7 Pro, but various other requirements other than the phone purchase are unclear at the moment and will only be revealed on October 6, 2022 when the handsets are finally launched at a global scale.

Google Pixel 7

Conclusion

As it generally happens prior to the big release of some new gadget, there are many other rumours and speculations going around the Pixel 7 Series of smartphones, each more bizarre than the previous one.

As official sources are yet to confirm several other things, the speculations are to be taken with a grain of salt except perhaps the aforementioned information as it comes from reliable sources.

All eyes are now on October 6, 2022, when Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro will finally come out and put all speculations to rest while users and tech experts will decide whether it lives up to their expectations as its predecessors or not.

Also Read: Google Pixel 7 series display details leaked

Microsoft, Apple, Google in Soup; Mozilla Challenges Golden Trinity?

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Golden Trinity
Mozilla

Microsoft, Apple, and Google are three of the most powerful tech giants in the world with no peer to match them by a thousand miles at least. It won’t be an exaggeration to call them the golden trinity of the tech world, similar to the Brahma-Vishnu-Mahesh trio.

Over the years, they have rolled out with some of the best electronic gadgets and devices known to mankind be it smartphones, smartwatches, laptops, along with many others where people wait with excitement and anticipation as to what they will come out with next

There is a big reason as to why they’re where they’re at, which is right at the top and to sustain yourself at the coveted position for so long deserves all the accolades that can be given to them but things don’t always turn out as smooth as one imagines in such a perilous journey.

However, when you’re at the height and stature as the golden trinity mentioned above, to sustain the top position for a longer period, while not difficult, is no easy job as one has to encounter brickbats, envy, criticism, and many other hurdles.

In Brief

Mozilla, developer of Firefox Internet Browser, has hit out at the three tech giants that their operating systems make it difficult for Firefox and similar browsers to be opened and operated on self-controlled platforms.

Mozilla

Mozilla has alleged that their operation systems are such that users are not able to switch browsers easily while sometimes it is impossible to make even that happen by setting the company’s own browser as the default one on the home screen, which also occupies primary position.

Mozilla has its own Gecko browsing engine that the makers hope to use for investing and developing their own solutions, which is important as Apple, Google, and Mozilla are the only three main browser engine providers that we have today.

The problem is that Apple’s engine runs solely on Apple devices and if Mozilla is taken out of the equation, Google remains the sole cross-platform browser engine, which is a matter of serious concern as it creates concentration of power and a single point of failure.

The market share for Mozilla Firefox Browser was 3.16% worldwide for August 2022 while those of Microsoft Edge and Apple Safari are at 4.3% and 18.78%, respectively while the Google Chrome browser is head and shoulders above all at a whopping 65.52% as per reliable web traffic analysis.

Mozilla has further claimed that all three big tech giants have failed to deliver on the operating system issue as lawmakers and policymakers have invested money, time, and energy, and resources wisely on investing digital markets.

The Firefox developer opines that every tech giant should be aware of the browser competition that is prevalent in such a field and has to work things out to maintain the good position so as to prevent any further harm from befalling loyal customers due to competitive stagnation and consistent inaction.

Conclusion

Mozilla has called upon Microsoft, Google, and Apple to work out a solution like enforcing the preexistent laws along with the upcoming, laws, rules, and regulations that will soon come into play.

Golden Trinity

Also Read: Mozilla Firefox Translations add-on is available for download

Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022 Sale: Best Deals on Smartphones Under Rs. 30,000

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Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022 Sale

The Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022 sale is already up for business, and plenty of excellent offers can be found there. On September 22, the seven-day sale began for Plus Members; the next day, on September 23, it started for everyone else.

Smartphones from various manufacturers, including Apple, Xiaomi, Samsung, Motorola, and many more, may be purchased at attractive pricing and discounts from Flipkart.

During the Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022 sale, customers who are interested in purchasing low-cost smartphones for an amount that is less than 20,000 rupees have the opportunity to take advantage of exchange bonuses.

In addition, ICICI and Axis Bank clients are eligible for an immediate discount of an extra ten per cent on each transaction. We have compiled a list of the most impressive sales on mobile phones that cost less than 20,000 Indian Rupees.

Realme 9 Pro+

Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022

The Realme 9 Pro+ is an excellent choice for a smartphone if you are looking for a device capable of producing high-quality photographs.

Because the primary sensor of the smartphone is a Sony IMX766 model with 50 megapixels and optical image stabilisation (OIS), the images you capture should appear fantastic regardless of the lighting conditions.

In addition to the cameras, the mobile device has a MediaTek Dimensity 920 6nm CPU, a 4500mAh battery capable of rapid charging with 60W, and a fingerprint sensor incorporated into the display.

Actual price: Rs 24,999

Deal price: Rs 17,999

Xiaomi 11i

Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022

One more fantastic alternative for a smartphone is the Xiaomi 11i, which can be acquired for less than 20,000 Indian Rupees.

The phone has a 5160mAh battery life with 67W fast charging, an AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, an IP53 classification for resistance to water, a primary Samsung HM2 sensor with 108 megapixels, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for added security, Android 12 with MIUI 13 as a custom skin, 108 megapixels for the primary camera, and an IP53 rating for water resistance.

Corning’s Gorilla Glass, now in its fifth iteration, offers an even higher level of protection.

Actual price: Rs 24,999

Deal price: Rs 18,999

Moto G82

Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022

Consumers are slowly recovering interest in Motorola products, one of the company’s hallmarks in the past. The most recent developments and services it has provided have struck a chord with end users.

One of these items is the Moto G82, which is compatible with the new 5G wireless standard and offers support.

The mobile device has a 5000mAh battery that supports rapid charging at 30W, a 6.6-inch 120Hz FHD+ pOLED display and a Snapdragon 695 8nm CPU.

Actual price: Rs 21,499

Deal price: Rs 19,999

POCO X4 Pro 5G

Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022

The POCO X4 Pro 5G is an excellent option to consider purchasing if you are in the market for a new smartphone but don’t want to spend more than Rs 20,000 on it.

The specifications of this gadget include an AMOLED screen with a refresh rate of 120Hz, a 64MP rear primary camera, 67W rapid charging, and a fingerprint sensor positioned on the side of the device.

Additionally, the Snapdragon 695 Mobile Platform powers this device. The smartphone was first sold for Rs 18,999; however, it may now be purchased at a lower price.

Actual price: Rs 18,999

Deal price: Rs 15,499

Redmi Note 11SE

Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022

The Redmi Note 11SE only comes in one version, which costs Rs. 12,249. It comes with 64GB of storage and 6GB of RAM.

Its AMOLED display is 6.43 inches in size and has a resolution of 1,080 by 2,400 pixels. On August 26, Xiaomi introduced its newest smartphone to the Indian market.

The device’s performance may be attributed to the MediaTek Helio G95 System-on-Chip (SoC) and the Mali-G76 MC4 Graphics Processing Unit (GPU).

The primary sensor in the quad rear camera arrangement of the Redmi Note 11SE has a resolution of 64 megapixels.

In addition, smartphone buyers may take advantage of an exchange offer to save up to Rs. 11,700 while making their purchases.

Actual price: Rs 16,999

Deal price: Rs 12,249

Also Read: Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale Goes Live: iPhone Deals Galore

Samsung Galaxy F13

Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022

The Samsung Galaxy F13 is a smartphone that can be bought for Rs. 15,999. It features a refresh rate of 60 Hz and a touchscreen display of 6.60 inches in size (effective price without discounts).

The Samsung Galaxy F13 is powered by the Samsung Exynos 850, which comes with eight different processing cores.

When packaged with ongoing bank promotions and other discounts, the base model with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage capacity may be made available at a lower price than its standard price.

Actual price: Rs 24.999

Deal price: Rs 15,999

Vivo T1 44W

Vivo T1

The Vivo T1 44W has been reduced to Rs. 13,499 as part of the sale that is being held as part of the Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022 sale.

You may be eligible for a discount on the purchase price of up to Rs. 12,850 if you participate in the integrated exchange programme.

The mobile device’s central processing unit (CPU) is an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, and its display is 6.44 inches diagonally.

In addition, the Vivo T1 44W is suitable for use with the rapid charging technology that the business has developed.

Actual price: Rs 19,990

Deal price: Rs 13,499

Oppo K10 5G

Oppo K10

During the Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022 sale, the Oppo K10 5G variant with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage space can be purchased for Rs. 15,999. By taking advantage of the bundled exchange offer, one has the potential to save up to 15,300 rupees.

This smartphone features a screen of 6.59 inches, runs Android 12, and has a battery that is not removable and can endure for up to 5,000 milliampere hours.

The primary camera on the Oppo K10 5G has a resolution of 64 megapixels and an aperture of 1.8, while the front-facing camera has a resolution of 16 megapixels.

Actual price: Rs 25,999

Deal price: Rs 15,999

Realme 9 4G

Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022

The diagonal size of the display of the Realme 9 4G is 6.40 inches, according to the device’s specifications. The computing inside this mobile device is handled by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 system-on-chip, which can be found within the device itself (SoC).

It features a triple camera setup on the back of the smartphone and has 108 megapixels.

The front-facing camera has 16 megapixels, and the total number of megapixels for the triple camera setup is 108.

These cameras are positioned next to one another on the same side of the device.

Flipkart will give you an offer of up to Rs. 14,950 for an older smartphone that you wish to trade in, depending on the condition that the device is in.

Actual price: Rs 22,999

Deal price: Rs 15,499

Pixel 6a

Google Pixel

Google’s new design language, debuted with the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro, is also available on the company’s first cheap handset, the Pixel 6a.

It has a distinctive dual-tone design, with a horizontal camera bar at the back that houses the two cameras and an LED flash.

Previously located on the left of the screen, the front-facing camera is now at the top center of the display.

New hues like sage, charcoal, and chalk are available for the phone, setting it apart from the standard Pixel 6 lineup.

Fast charging may no longer be a unique selling point, but it’s still nice to have if you can.

With its USB Type-C 3.1 connector, the Pixel 6a is compatible with rapid charging up to 18W. This is achieved using USB Power Delivery 3.0.

It seems that smartphone screen sizes are steadily growing. But the Pixel 6a doesn’t cut.

The phone has an ultra-narrow bezel OLED HDR display with a resolution of 1080p. That has one significant benefit: a higher pixel density per unit area. Plus, it’s as cheap as can be, which is to say, incredibly cheap.

In case the 6.34-inch screen size of the Pixel 5a was too much for you, the smaller-screened 6a may be more to your liking. It’s interesting to note that the screen size matches that of Apple’s iPhone 13. It weighs just 0.14 ounces more than the cheapest iPhone 13.

Actual price: Rs 43,999

Deal price: Rs 27,949

Conclusion

Considering getting a new smartphone to celebrate Navratri? We recommend you hold off a week till the much-anticipated Flipkart Big Billion Days sale begins on September 23.

Several premium smartphones, including the Pixel 6a, Realme 9 4G, Moto G82, and the Redmi Note 11SE, will be offered at reduced costs during the eight-day sale. The online store has teamed up with ICICI Bank and Axis Bank to provide clients with a 10% immediate discount during the event.

Tech News Wrap: Apple Festive Offer Unveiled…and more

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Apple Festive Offers
Tech News

Apple Festive Offer Unveiled

The Navratri season is upon us where we have many things to look forward to in the coming days apart from the regular puja and festivities, there are many interesting gadgets offers to look forward.

Flipkart and Amazon have come out with two of the biggest offers for the festive season, Big Billion Days Sale and Great Indian Festival Sale, respectively, where you can avail excellent discount offers for numerous devices.

Apple Festive Offers

In Brief

The devices include iPhones, iPads, MacBooks, AirPads, audio gadgets, etc. to name a few but the Apple Festive Season 2022 is one that is most looked forward to that begins on September 26, 2022, which is the first day of Navaratri.

The Apple Fest will conclude on October 24, 2022, which is the day of Diwali and although there is excitement as to what all devices will be available, the enthusiasm level is quite dim when compared to the festive sale offer of 2021 as there are speculations that attractive offers that were present then.

The devices in question include Apple iPhone 12, iPhone 13, iPhone 14 series, iPhone 13 Mini, AirPods Max, iPad Pro, among others where you can get up to Rs.7,000 instant discount on orders made over Rs.41,900 via HDFC Bank cards.

Also Read: Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2022; Best Offers

Instagram Stories Time Limit Increased; 60 Seconds for a Single Clip

It goes without saying that we all have become social media addicts in this day and age where not a single day passes where we don’t look up all the social media handles we’re present in at least a 100 times in a day.

There was a time when Twitter and Facebook was ahead of others in popularity stakes where the former was for adults interested in politics while the latter was for youngsters that wanted to pastime online with friends and make new ones in the process.

Instagram Stories

With the advent of Instagram, things changed completely when it overtook all the others in terms of popularity and today, you can find maximum number of subscribers on Instagram than any other platform.

Instagram stories are a convenient way for any individual to share his thoughts and the current goings-on in his/her life but the latest buzz is that its time limit has been increased to 60 seconds.

The newly launched feature is one where Instagram users will be able to upload longer stories and that too in an uninterrupted phase, which means that if a user uploads a story that is under 60 seconds, it will be broken into a 15-seconds clip.

But with the new feature, users can now create stories for up to 60 seconds continuously instead of being divided into a 15 second story. This will save users the trouble of tapping through a long video they’re not interested in seeing and go straight to others.

OnePlus Nord Watch Gets New Colour Option; Details Inside

OnePlus has come out with its first ever smartwatch called Nord that will be launched in due course with some new features and specifications that will make it stand out from its predecessors.

OnePlus Nord

It will be available in two colour options viz. Midnight Black and Deep Blue as both images have been revealed to the general public on social media via reliable tipsters that have contacts with inside sources in the company.

The news has unleashed a wave of excitement among many tech users and none more so than health experts and fitness enthusiasts whose main goal is to keep themselves in good shape and, by extension, health.

Features & Specifications

OnePlus Nord will come with a 1.78 inch AMOLED display along with a 60Hz refresh rate panel and peak brightness level of 500 nits and, lastly, 100+ watch faces. Speaking of features to keep your health in check, there is the heartrate sensor that will monitor vitals along with an SpO2 sensor for measuring blood-oxygen levels.

Then you also get a women’s health tracker and 10 days of battery life that is perfect for women to keep track on their well being. Although the smartwatch is expected to launch in India on September 28, 2022, official confirmation is still awaited along with price details.

Tecno Pova Neo 5G Launched in India; Feature Details Revealed

Tecno Pova 5G series of smartphones will see a new addition to the family by the end of September 2022 as the brand new Tecno Pova Neo 5G handset where you can get the choicest features that befit a smartphone model from a tech giant like Tecno.

Tecno Pova Neo 5G

The device will be launched in India at the starting price of Rs.15,499 but in only a single variant, which is 4GB RAM + 128GB storage configuration, which can be expanded via microSD card slot, and is expected to go on sale in due course via numerous online channels.

Among the main the features, the handset will come with a 6.9 inch LCD display that offers Full HD+ resolution along with a refresh rate of 120Hz and will also be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 810 chipset.

The smartphone will also have a dual rear camera setup with up to 50 megapixel primary sensor and an AI lens while the front will have an 8 megapixel shooter necessary for selfies and video calls.

Finally, the battery power will be 6,000mAh units that comes with an 18W fast charging support with a fingerprint sensor on the side and a USB C meant for charging, which manages things out smoothly.

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Us Government Allows Tech Companies To Get Iranians Internet Access After Internet Ban In Iran

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Internet Ban In Iran

The Iranian government has witnessed an exponential rise in the number of protests over the past few days. The citizens of Iran are protesting due to women’s safety issues, economic recessions, freedom of speech and choice.

Still, the protest took a violent turn resulting in the death of 6 people. Also, the government of Iran has shut down the internet facility in the country due to the protests.

All the protests started after the death of a 22-year-old girl  Mahsa Amini in police custody who was there because she was not wearing a Hijab correctly. Police said she passed away due to a heart attack, but her family said Amini didn’t have any heart-related disease.

To help Iran’s people, the US government has entered the game by permitting their tech giants to allow Iranians internet access. This was officially revealed by the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Friday.

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Blinken said that the government of Iran is afraid of its citizens and added further that they would help the 80 million people of Iran to have internet access so that they can be in contact with other countries.

How the US is helping Iranians

The US government has allowed its tech companies to support Iranians; in the list, many social media platforms, collaboration platforms, video conferencing, and cloud-based service providers are present that will aid the Iranian population digitally.

The US government will provide Virtual Private Network (VPN) software, anti-malware software, and anti-tracking software to Iranian people so that they can access the internet freely and securely too.

The US government will also deliver additional authorisation to the services that are provided to Iranians so that the Iranian population would resist the internet laws that are imposed on them.

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Also, the Us government will proceed in providing anti-censorship tools with some mobile operating systems so that the people of Iran would express themselves freely without the fear of the country’s cruel government.

Internet Ban In Iran

The softwares that require some personal information as a part of verification will not demand the data now to ensure the safety of Iranians from their government.

In the past, WhatsApp also helped the population of Iran in conversing with each other and to spread important news.

Signal, a messaging app, also said that they would set up a proxy server so that Iranians stay connected with their network and can communicate with each other.

Many other repressive tools are even provided to the population so that if more strict internet laws emerge in Iran, then the people have the option to communicate and would fight against their regime.

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Elon Musk also confirmed that his company Starlink would provide its services to the people of Iran and dedicate its satellite to the country. Musk even helped Ukraine in the war against Russia.

Yet officials say that the internet ban is not dangerous as it was in 2019, when more than 1500 people were killed in only two weeks, but officials also say that it is not the correct time to judge the future of protests.

Some political experts are even citing that they are seeing a new future of Iran that can be a democratic country with equal rights for everyone.

Final Words

Protests in Iran are getting apprised again after some years, and now they are due to the death of Mahsa Amini, who was arrested for not wearing a Hijab correctly and then passed away in police custody.

Seeing the protests, the government of Iran shut down the internet of the country and then the US came to help the people of Iran, allowing their tech companies to help Iranians get internet access.

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WhatsApp Finds a Solution for Internet Shutdown in Iran; Nationwide Protests Galore

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WhatsApp Finds Solutions
WhatsApp

If you sit down and make a list of the top 10 media applications we have, WhatsApp will definitely find itself in the list with many even adding it in their top 5 and top 3, which is saying something as it has been more than a decade it was launched and still caters to public taste, which is the most fickle and disloyal thing in this world that changes overnight.

It isn’t that WhatsApp had everything going for it as there have been times when it witnessed ups and downs. Over the years, it has received stiff competition from Telegram, Signal, and other messaging platforms, which continues to grow with each passing day so to

Still, even in 2022, it is arguably the number one messaging platform we have in existence that has come a long way from being a mere substitute to SMS to becoming a the proverbial messaging app where you could not only send/receive messages but also have video calls with near and dear ones sitting on the other side of the world.

Iranian Issue

Iran has been in troubled waters for quite some time in a similar manner to its neighbour, Afghanistan, as all social media platforms and internet is being shut down in the entire country with WhatsApp and Instagram having their access restricted to many citizens.

WhatsApp Finds Solutions
WhatsApp Working to Keep Iranians Connected

Both are the final two social networking sites in the country to be shut down amidst massive protests over the gruesome murder of a two people along with that of a woman’s death in police custody that took not just Iran but the entire world by storm.

Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old girl, was arrested around mid September 2022 in Tehran by the morality police for ‘unsuitable attire’, which unleashed a wave of fury among the netizens regarding freedom in the Islamic Republic and its plunging economy due to sanctions.

The public outrage went from bad to worse as protesters torched police stations, vehicles, and public property all around without respite due to which the county had to impose a complete ban on the internet.

Iranian officials have complete access over public accounts while the citizens are able to do the same via VPNs and other proxies. It remains to be seen as to how long these protests will continue and whether the ban on the internet will be lifted any time too soon or not.

One can only hope for the best in such perilous situations and hope for things to work out in an Islamic republic.

WhatsApp Working to Keep Iranians Connected

 

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Use These Chromebook Split Screen Techniques To Improve Your Multitasking Abilities

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Chromebook Split Screen Techniques

This year, Google released the 100th update for Chrome OS, taking advantage of the occasion to introduce brand-new features. Among them, a brand-new Chrome OS launcher and a screen recording tool with built-in support for Chrome OS were unveiled.

Later, Google added a new Partial Split feature that functions similarly to Windows 11’s Snap Layouts. Your Chromebook’s screen can be quickly split into two, allowing you to work with two windows side by side with just one click.

You can now benefit from having two windows open at once on your Chromebook in a number of ways, including:

It enhances multitasking efforts

One of the main benefits of being able to split screen on Chromebook is that it allows you to multitask more effectively. This means that you can work on two tasks simultaneously, which can be a real-time-saver when you’re under pressure to get multiple things done at once.

There’ll be fewer distractions on the screen

Another advantage of having multiple windows open is that it makes the Chromebook screen feel less cluttered when you need to use two apps simultaneously.

Chrome split screen can be really helpful if you need to focus on one task, in particular, allowing you to work more efficiently and achieve better results with fewer distractions.

So in this article, we have explained 5 different ways to split screen on a Chromebook to help you multitask effortlessly.

Using the maximise button to enable split-screen on a Chromebook

Chromebook Split Screen Techniques

The Maximise button also has other functions besides increasing and decreasing the window size. It can be used to split the Chromebook’s screen. This is how you can do it.

  1. Click and hold the “Maximise” button in the title bar of an open window. The maximise button will then have arrow indicators next to it on both the left and right. Simply drag the window to the left, and it will automatically reposition itself.
  2. Apply the same procedure to a second window. Drag the “Maximise” button to the right while holding the button down. Your Chromebook’s screen has now been split successfully. You can now see two windows simultaneously. Simply click the Maximise button to return to the full-screen versions of them, and the app will expand to its original size.

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Using keyboard shortcuts or a touchpad, you can split the screen on a Chromebook

You can easily split the screen on a Chromebook using keyboard shortcuts by following the below steps:

  1. To move a window to the left side while you are on an active window, simply press “Shift + [.”
  2. After activating a window, press “Shift +]” while clicking on another window to snap it to the right side of your Chromebook’s screen. You can easily split the screen on your Chromebook in this manner.
  3. Hover the mouse cursor over the intersection of the two windows in split-screen mode to change the window size. There will be a slider there immediately. To automatically resize the windows, hold the slider in place and slide it to the desired side.

You can split the screen on your Chromebook using touchpad gestures in addition to keyboard shortcuts. Yes, there are a few simple touch gestures that even Chrome OS supports. Here’s how they operate:

  1. Swipe up with three fingers on the touchpad to reveal the overview menu if you have several windows open.
  2. After that, click and drag a window to the left or right, depending on your preference. The window will snap back to that position right away.
  3. To split the screen on your Chromebook, click the window of your choice on the opposite side of the screen.

Chromebook Split Screen Techniques

On your Chromebook, use split screen by dragging and dropping

Dragging and dropping split screen where you want it can sometimes be the simplest method of using it. Simply open the first website you want to display and drag it to the left or right edge of the screen from the title bar.

Once the window is on the side of the screen you want it to snap to, let go of the mouse. When the screen’s outline has formed, release the mouse to dock the device.

If you want to work on two documents simultaneously on the same screen and need to refer to one of them, this mode is useful.

Using Windows 11-like snap layouts, capture windows on a Chromebook

You can quickly move windows to different locations on your screen with the help of Snap Layouts. Google has been developing a window-snapping function dubbed “Partial Split” that is modelled after it.

All Chrome OS channels, including Stable, Beta, and Dev, already have the feature available on Chrome OS 105 or above. However, it is still disabled by a few Chrome settings, so you must manually enable Partial Split on your Chromebook. Here’s how you approach it.

  1. Verify that Chromebook is supported by version 105 or higher. Open Chrome and then paste the following address (chrome://flags/#partial-split) into the address bar. From the drop-down menu, select “Enable” to make the feature active.
  2. After that, paste the address (chrome://flags/#cros-labs-float-window) and make sure this feature is enabled as well. The “Stay on top” option in the Partial Split menu will be activated. To apply the changes, click “Restart” now.
  3. After logging in, simply place your mouse over the “Maximise” button to instantly see the Partial Split menu. On your Chromebook, you can choose between a half-screen, partial-screen, or full-screen split. You can also pin a window on top of everything using the “float on top” feature.
  4. This is how the Chromebook’s Partial Split feature operates. We expect Google to add more split views, keyboard shortcuts, and features before a wider rollout because the feature is currently locked behind a flag.

Use the Duallas Extension to split screens on a Chromebook

Right beside the URL bar you can find an extension, which is called Dualless. It appears to be two split windows. Click on the tab you want to be on one side of the screen if you have two or more tabs open.

After that, select the window’s size by clicking the Dualless extension. The window will automatically resize and move to the desired side.

When multitasking, using a split screen is extremely beneficial for maximising productivity. However, this method works best with devices that have larger screens.