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Opera browser allows emoji-only based web addresses

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Web browser company Opera has enabled emoji-only based web addresses “to bring a new level of creativity to the internet.” The move is a part of a partnership with Yat, a company that sells URLs with strings of emoji in them.

“It’s been almost 30 years since the world wide web launched to the public, and there hasn’t been much innovation in the weblink space: people still include .com in their URLs,” Jorgen Arnesen, executive vice president of mobile at Opera, said in a press release.

Yat pages are unique domains generated when someone purchases a string of emojis (by the same name). In addition to letting users create NFTs of their emoji strings, Yat also plans to allow users to make payments via their Yats. The company reports that musicians are among the early adopters of Yats.

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How technology can be a game changer for mental health programme

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In Budget this year, technology has taken a centre-stage for the health sector. Union Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced two new schemes which indicate the key role that digital technology is playing in expanding the access of health and medical care across the country.

She acknowledged that the pandemic has accentuated mental health problems in people, irrespective of their age. In order to provide better access to quality mental health counselling and care services, a ‘National Tele Mental Health Programme’ has been announced. This will include a network of 23 tele-mental health centres of excellence (CoE), with NIMHANS being the nodal centre. The International Institute of Information Technology-Bangalore (IIITB) will provide technology support.

What is National Tele Mental Health Programme

Professor TK Srikanth, Head of E-Health Research Center, IIIT Bangalore, says that these centres will provide tele-consulting and 24/7 helpline for mental health care across the country. “NIMHANS will conceptualise the programme, develop the training content, train the counsellors at the CoEs and monitor the programme. IIITB’s e-Manas platform will be extended as a comprehensive platform for mental health care at a national scale,” says Srikanth.

Benefits and concerns  

With the increased incidence of mental health conditions, especially in the post-pandemic world, it is pertinent to improve accessibility and availability of mental health services. “Tele-medicine or remote consultations hold promise in this regard. With a well-organized tele-health system, those in need can seek professional help at any time and from anywhere, thus potentially improving access to treatment, as well as better support for patients and their care givers.  By setting up the CoE’s and helplines across states, individuals should be able to access services in their local language and compatible with local cultures,” adds Srikanth.

Tele support to reduce the hesitancy

On effect of tele health support to encourage people open up about mental health, Srikanth responds positively. “Absolutely people will come forward to share their mental agony as, the ability to connect with doctors remotely while at home helps open up access to support for a large number of people who are either far away from professional help, or are not able to travel for health or socio-economic reasons,” he says.

Besides, the ability to consult doctors from the privacy of their homes would reduce the hesitancy that many have to visit mental health clinics. “Connectivity and mobile technologies can be leveraged to provide access to information, improve awareness, and deliver more user-friendly therapy and other services,” adds Srikanth.

Role of IIIT Bangalore

IIITB, informs Srikanth, has been partnering with NIMHANS on a number of initiatives to leverage technology to improve mental health services. “Along with the Government of Karnataka and NIMHANS, IIITB has developed e-Manas, a first of its kind, software platform for mental health management. As part of the tele-mental health network that NIMHANS will now help setup, IIITB will help extend the platform to integrate with tele-health and other services, thus providing a comprehensive platform for mental health care at a national scale. This will also help integrate patient data across different modes of healthcare services,” explains IIIT B professor.

Use of technology in opening new frontier in health sector

There are several ways in which technology can aid with mental health support. “In our collaboration with NIMHANS, we have explored how technology-enabled services can help improve various critical points in the delivery of mental health care. For medical professionals, technology can provide assistance in clinical settings and help manage patient records integrated across establishments with the help of platforms like e-Manas. Self-help therapy applications, such as the PUSH-D application we developed, can provide patients with a convenient and private setting to access therapy. We have helped set up an e-monitoring solution as well, that helps public health administrators plan and manage the District Mental Health program,” says Srikanth.

IIIT Bangalore is also working on a pilot project to help psychiatric social workers take rehabilitative services to the home of patients in need. According to Srikanth, there are many more such opportunities where technology and digitization can help improve accessibility, availability, and quality of mental health care.

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DailyObjects launched Magnetic Wireless Fast Chargers for Smartphones

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DailyObjects, India’s home-grown premium tech & lifestyle accessory brand, has announced the launch of three magnetic wireless chargers with fast charging of up to 25W to strengthen its electronics portfolio. The series of chargers including DailyObjects SURGE™ 3 in 1 Magnetic Charging Station, DailyObjects SURGE™ 2 in 1 Magnetic Charging Station, and DailyObjects SURGE™ Conoid Magnetic Charging Stand are available at DailyObjects, Amazon, and Flipkart.

The newly launched wireless chargers cater to the growing demand for smart chargers of the users of high-end smartphones and peripheral accessories. Designed to bring convenience and performance in everyday usage of magnetic charges compatible devices such as iPhones, Airpods, Apple watch and other Qi-certified smartphones & gadgets, the series allows the users to place their devices at an eye level.

Speaking on the unveiling of DailyObjects SURGE™ range Founder & CEO, Pankaj Garg added“We’ve been closely observing the magnetic charging space since the iPhone 12 series came with a magnetic interface. Most of the products that were launched by the global players were targeted towards developed markets with a luxury price tag and thus were unavailable in India. We understand this gap in the context of aesthetics driven accessories and with our strong presence, we’re now ready to delight the Indian consumers with our DailyObjects SURGE™ range at an unbeatable price with aesthetics & performance as focus.”

Features and availability

  1. DailyObjects SURGE™ 3 in 1 Magnetic Charging Station – Fast charge three devices simultaneously with up to 25W, ideal for Magnetic/Qi charging compatible Smartphones, TWS and Apple Watch. 
  2. DailyObjects SURGE™ 2 in 1 Magnetic Charging Station – Fast charge two devices simultaneously with up to 18W, ideal for Magnetic/Qi charging compatible and TWS.
  3. DailyObjects SURGE™ Conoid Magnetic Charging Stand – Fast charge one Magnetic/Qi charging compatible device on a swivel magnetic ball head up to 15W. 

All three DailyObjects SURGE™ devices come with a USB Type-C cable and a metallic sticker ring to enhance magnetic alignment to non-MagSafe Qi compatible smartphones & accessories. Also, all the three are available at Daily Objects official Website.

 Benefits of using Magnetic Interface

  1. Magnetic interface perfects the output and input coil alignment to minimize human errors in device placement for efficient energy transfer & charging speed
  2. Smartphones are adjusted for better viewing angles for multitasking while charging
  3. Minimum yet efficient hardware contact gives better ventilation in comparison to traditional full surface flat placement Qi chargers known for heating issues
  4. Smartphone doesn’t get displaced from charging coil during vibration mode or accidental flicks of everyday use

RedGear MT02 keyborad launched: Enrich your gaming experience

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Imagine Marketing (parent company of boAt) owned RedGear unveils their latest Full-sized Gaming Keyboard- RedGear MT02 with superior performance for fast-paced gaming sessions. Packed with 3 Unique RGB LED Modes, RedGear MT02 can certainly complement any gaming setup.

On the launch of RedGear’s new gaming accessory, Sameer Mehta, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer Imagine Marketing Limited said, “With constant lockdowns due to covid, the young millennials of today have turned to game as a means to socialise and we are elated to offer them the right gear for it. Our new keyboard is designed for today’s pro as well as casual gamers as we aim to make the gaming experience immersive with our distinct portfolio.

MT02 Features

MT02 is RedGear’s latest offering in their gaming keyboard range. Designed for intense and longer gaming sessions MT02 offers floating keys for faster actuation and better control over your commands. Each key has double-injected keycaps to ensure longer durability. A Built-in Membrane under the keys ensures an extremely satisfying typing experience while offering whisper-quiet clicks.

MTO2 RedGear

It also features a full-sized keyboard with RGB LED backlit keys that can be controlled at the click of a button. The keyboard also sports a quick control (changeable to Black or Silver) analogue-style knob using which you can instantly control the volume or quickly change LED brightness. One can also instantly switch between three mixed LED Colour modes by hitting the physical hotkeys to the right of the spacebar.

The idea behind MT02 has been the intense gaming sessions for the players without any disturbance. Furthermore it has Windows Lock key to help the gamers concentrate on their game while locking the Windows key to keep accidental presses at bay.

RedGear MT02 Availability

The RedGear MT02 Mechanical RGB Gaming Keyboard will be available for an introductory price of INR 899 starting 15th February on Amazon.in with a 1-year warranty period.

 

 

Logitech POP series: Pretty pastel options in keyboards and mouse

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Logitech has launched POP Keys and POP Mouse, the newest products in the Logitech Studio Series to bring character, joy and self-expression to your work routine. The release of the new mouse and mechanical keyboard redefine what your personal workspace can look like with three vibrant aesthetics.

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“The Studio Series by Logitech embraces the originality of each individual out there,” said Mr Roopak Krishnan, Head of Marketing and Category, Logitech India. “With POP Keys and POP Mouse we created innovative products that aim to be just as expressive as our users, with big personalities and no compromise on productivity.”

POP Keys comes with eight swappable emoji keycaps in the box – four on the keyboard itself. The emoji keys can be easily customized to your favorite emoji or another handy shortcut using Logitech Options software, available via a simple download for PC or Mac. POP Mouse also features a top button that opens the emoji menu and can be customized for one-tap convenience.

Built and Design

Beautifully retro, POP Keys offers comfy, scooped typewriter-style mechanical keys and new-generation functions. Its 12 new FN shortcuts feature Snip Screen, Mute Mic and Media Keys to facilitate the modern workday. Experience typing that’s almost addictive on typewriter-style mechanical keys and feel your fingers bounce across the comfy, scooped keys as they click, clack and pop.

Logitech mouse

Cute and compact, the POP Mouse slips easily into your bag or pocket for on-the-go working and keeps you productive with the Smart wheel that flips automatically from high-precision to speed scroll mode. Its smooth body, crafted for comfort, fits snugly in your palm to help you work on whatever is needed. Available in many vibrant colours to bring joy to your work, POP Mouse delivers a sweet design that helps you curate a joyful desk space. When Logitech Options is downloaded, use the mouse with Logitech Flow, a software feature for easy text, file and image copy-and-pasting between computers.

 

logitech KeyboardsBoth POP products empower multi-device creativity, connecting to up to three devices at a time via Bluetooth or the Logi Bolt wireless receiver. Each also comes with the promise of durability and long-lasting battery life—a signature of Logitech products.

 

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POP Keys and POP Mouse are the latest addition to Logitech’s Studio Series. The series also features the minimalist Pebble mouse, K580 and K380 keyboards. POP Keys works with macOS, Windows, iOS, iPad, Chrome OS and Android, and POP Mouse works with Windows, macOS, iPadOS, Chrome OS and Linux.

Pricing and Availability 

POP Keys is retailed at INR 9995 and POP Mouse at INR 2995. For more information, you can visit the official website or connect on Facebook and Instagram.

Infinix Zero 5G vs Tecno Pova 5G: Which mid-range phone is better?

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Infinix has recently launched its first 5G smartphone in India, the Infinix Zero 5G. The device is a mid-range affordable phone that offers good value for money. Surprisingly, Tecno, which is known for its budget smartphones, released the Tecno Pova 5G last week in the same price range. This may cause users to be perplexed when making a decision.

Well, don’t be concerned. We’ve put together a comprehensive comparison of these two smartphones to help you make a better buying decision.

Infinix Zero 5G vs Tecno Pova 5G

Specifications Infinix Zero 5G Tecno Pova 5G
Display 6.7-inch IPS LCD 6.9-inch IPS LCD
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB
Back Camera 48MP + 2MP + 13MP 50MP + 2MP + 2MP
Front Camera 16MP 16MP
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 900 MediaTek Dimensity 900
Battery 5,000mAh 6,000mAh
Price Rs 19,999 Rs 19,999

 

Display

Both the phones – Infinix Zero 5G and Tecno Pova 5G – have smooth screen. The Tecno Pova 5G has bigger display of 6.9-inch FHD+ IPS LCD touchscreen with 120 Hz refresh rate support.

Infinix Zero 5G

Infinix Zero 5G, on the other hand, has a 6.7-inch FHD+ IPS LCD touchscreen with 120Hz refresh rate enabled. The display of the Infinix Zero 5G is smaller and fitting for one hand usage.

Processor

Powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset, Infinix Zero 5G comes with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The smartphone offers an additional 5GB of RAM expandable virtually. The internal storage can also be expanded up to 256GB through a microSD card.

Tecno Pova 5G

On the other hand, the Tecno Pova 5G is also powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 900 SoC coupled with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It also offers 3GB of virtually expandable RAM and expandable internal storage of up to 512GB.

Camera

In terms of optics, the Tecno Pova 5G has a triple camera set-up on the back. A primary camera has a resolution of 50-megapixels, as well as a 2-megapixel macro lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The device sports a 16-megapixel selfie camera on the front. It has the ability to record video in 4K resolution.

On the other hand, the Infinix Zero 5G’s camera consists of a 48-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel periscopic telephoto camera, and a third, undisclosed lens. The phone has a 16-megapixel selfie camera on the front.

Battery

The Tecno Pova 5G is equipped with a 6,000mAh battery that supports 18W rapid charging. The Infinix Zero 5G, on the other hand, boasts a 5,000mAh battery and supports 33W rapid charging. Both smartphones also include a fingerprint scanner on the side.

Tecno Pova 5G

Price

In terms of price, the newly launched Infinix Zero 5G arrives with a price tag of Rs 19,999 for the sole 8GB + 128GB storage model. This is very interesting as the Tecno Pova 5G was also launched with the same price tag of Rs 19,999 last week for its 8GB + 128GB variant.

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POCO M4 Pro 5G phone launched, check specifications and price details

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POCO has finally unveiled its POCO M4 Pro 5G phone in India. According to the company the all-new POCO M4 Pro 5G phone comes with the advantage of 5000mAH which ensures 179 hours of music 33 hours of reading. 16 hours of video playback, 12 hours of gaming.

Processor

The newly launched model is powered by MediaTek dimensity 810 Processor, up to 11GB RAM and 33 MMT fast charging. With its dual stereo speakers, it promises to offer exception sound quality. The POCO M4 Pro 5G comes with turbo RAM which is extendable upto 11 GB.

Camera

Equipped with 50 MP dual camera, the phone has 16 MP front camera and 6.6” FHD+ 90Hz smart display.

Colors

Further, in terms of colour options, POCO M4 Pro 5G phone will be available in three options ?. Poco Yellow, Power Black and Cool Blue.

POCO M4 Pro 5G phone’s price in India

Claimed as heavy on madness and light on the price, the POCOM4Pro5G variants will be available between Rs 14,999 and Rs18,999.

POCOM4Pro5G variant with 4GB+64GB RAM is available at Rs 14,999 while 6GB+128GB and 8GB+128GB variants are available at Rs. 16,999 and Rs. 18,999, respectively

And now you know why we call it the fastest phone under Rs. 15k*! It’s time for you to #StepUpUrGame #POCOIndia (sic),” reads a tweet by POCO India.

The phone will be available on sale at Flipkart from February 22.

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Poco India expands its M-Series lineup with the launch of Poco M4 Pro 5G

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Smartphone brand Poco today launched its mid-range powerhouse, the Poco M4 Pro 5G. Boasting a bold new design, Poco M4 Pro 5G is powered by the exceptional 5G-ready MediaTek Dimensity 810 processor, up to 8GB of RAM along with Turbo RAM capability extending the device RAM up to 11GB, providing an enhanced and superfast multitasking experience. Packing higher performance with 33W MMT fast charging and a large 2-day 5000mAh battery, Poco M4 Pro 5G is a go-to device for users seeking the best of everything.

Anuj Sharma, Country Director, Poco India said, “The Poco M-Series lineup has always added a spark in the smartphone market, be it with the design or performance. This time also, the Poco M4 Pro 5G steps up the game.”

He further added, “A future-ready device, Poco M4 Pro 5G is backed by an efficient performance combination of MediaTek Dimensity 810 chipset, aggressive gaming capabilities, and improved camera performance. Catering to today’s smartphone users, Poco M4 Pro 5G manages to pack a media consumption focused DCI-P3 90Hz Smart Display along with Dual Stereo speakers. We are happy to take this leap with the Poco M4 Pro 5G as it is a perfect combination of exciting future-ready features and affordable pricing.”

Processor

Poco M4 Pro 5G promises to deliver serious power with the MediaTek Dimensity 810 chipset, a class-leading processor capable of high efficiency and superior performance. Built on a 6nm node architecture, this chipset makes Poco M4 Pro 5G a true power efficient device. Adding on to a lag-free performance and enhanced visuals, this chipset comes equipped with two Cortex-A76 cores that run at 2.4GHz and six ARM Cortex-A55 efficiency cores that run at 2.0GHz along with a contemporary ARM Mali-G57 graphics card at 1068MHz.

Poco M4 Pro 5G

Continuing the legacy of offering best gaming performance, Poco M4 Pro is designed to offer more value. Featuring a Game Turbo mode, Poco M4 Pro marks an immersive gaming experience with improved graphics and network optimization. Gaming performance is further enhanced with the immersive and clear dual speaker Setup. Taking the gaming level a notch higher, Poco’s X-liner motor offers a haptic touch-like response that vibrates in reaction to in-game actions. Also, now, consumers can trick their opponents with various voices during gaming with the Voice Changer feature in the Game Turbo mode.

For the ones who are always on the go, Poco M4 Pro 5G takes multitasking with much ease. Its UFS 2.2 technology offers 139% faster write speeds than UFS 2.1, and the integrated 5G modem supports dual 5G calls for future-proofed connectivity.

Design & Display

Featuring a 90Hz 6.6-inch FHD+ display coupled with 240Hz touch sampling rate, Poco M4 Pro 5G visuals are a treat to eyes. Catering to battery efficiency, the display featuring Smart Refresh Rate automatically adapts to 90Hz, 60Hz, and 50Hz to suit the streaming content. The display is further equipped with a wide color gamut that supports DCI-P3 that brings true-to-life detailed and clear visual experience. Readability under bright sunlight is also no issue, thanks to the Sunlight Display 2.0 feature.

Poco M4 Pro

Carrying the legacy of M-series flaunting a unique design, Poco M4 Pro 5G is also a looker. Debuting Poco’s 2022 design philosophy, its Power Black, Cool Blue, and Poco Yellow colors make the device look premium, fresh, and unique in its skin. It comes with a blazing fast side mounted fingerprint sensor power button, 3.5mm Hi-res Audio jack and IR Blaster, making it a complete package.

Camera

Another first in the Poco M-series, Poco M4 Pro 5G flaunts a 50MP Primary camera sensor designed to offer an aesthetic photography experience. Offering a clear and detailed picture quality, it delivers the best colors and vibrancy in all lighting conditions. Supporting the 50MP sensor is an 8MP Ultra-wide camera which captures breathtaking detailed shots in all possibilities. Adding to the frenzy is the 16MP front camera for all the selfie lovers for clear and vivid pictures.

Poco M4 Pro 5G

Enhancing the camera performance are a bunch of available features such as Night Mode, Kaleidoscope, Slow motion, Time-lapse video, among others, making photography and videography fun with a dash of colors.

Battery

Fueled by a 33W fast in-box charger, Poco M4 Pro 5G packs a massive 5,000mAh battery to ensure functioning of all tasks with much ease and no stress. It is powered with Middle Middle Tab (MMT) technology amping up the device’s charging speeds for a quick use case. Not only this, the Poco M4 Pro 5G gets 50% charged in just 23 minutes.

Availability

Poco M4 Pro 5G will be available on Flipkart in three storage variants: 4GB + 64GB for INR 14,999, 6GB + 128GB for INR 16,999 and 8GB + 128GB for INR 18,999, respectively.

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Big Sur 11.6.4 released: Improving the security of MacOS

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Apple has released the macOS 11.6.4 update to macOS Big Sur, containing security fixes along with macOS Catalina Security Update. The recent update is available on all Macs using the Software Update section of System Preferences.
The latest update has released after the last Big Sur update of 11.6.3.

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Furthermore, the new release macOS Big Sur 11.6.4 “improves the security of macOS” and is recommended for all users. Additionally, Apple has also released a 2022-002 macOS Catalina security update for those still running macOS Catalina.

Portronics Cleansify: A new level of cleaning unlocked

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Hygiene becomes a task, especially if it is for something as delicate as ears. This can become a serious issue of hygiene in adults as well as in children since they usually refrain from getting their ears cleaned. Moreover, earbuds are not exactly the safest way to ensure clean ears. Having a device that is safe and even gives a peek inside to check for ear wax or any possible infection, makes the task easier. Today, Portronics has launched ‘Cleansify’, an ear otoscope.

The ear microscope works at a frequency of 2.4Ghz, allowing for a fluid functioning of the ear camera. It has an ultra-fine 4.5mm lens that allows you to have a crystal clear view of the eardrums and the innate wall of the ear cavity. Besides, it gives a much clearer preview of the ear wax covering the walls of the cavity.

Portronics Cleansify

Cleansify has a 3 Megapixels endoscope which makes for the best quality of live time shots of the inner ear cavity. This is a top-end version of endoscopes and makes for the perfect ear cleaning device.

A 1080 FHD camera is a great add-on for such a device that usually gives out sketchy impressions. This feature will give you shots that are straight away pixels perfect and glitch-free. Cleansify comes with a 3 Axis Gyroscope, this feature defines the product in its entirety. Gyroscope is a tech that allows for angular orientation or in simpler words allows for angled views as compared to the general line of sight. The Portronics Cleansify has 300mAh powerful rechargeable battery that not only empowers the device but also makes it a perfect fit for the long run. The battery can be charged through any USB cable. In hindsight, the battery strength ensures the wellness and longevity of the device.

Portronics Cleansify

Portronics Cleansify comes with LED flash for a proper view of the inner ear cavity. The device tip is screw secured and would not detach while in action. Usually, the tips are just mounted on the edge, which comes off if extra force is applied. The ear camera can be controlled at the mere ease of an app. The App can be downloaded from the Playstore and Appstore and explored further. The device works in perfect sync with the app, Cleansify will safely do the job.

Pricing and Availability:

Portronics Cleansify is priced at INR 1,999 and can be purchased from Amazon.in, Portronics.com, and other leading online and offline stores and comes with a 12-month warranty.

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