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Best Xbox controllers in 2022 for Xbox Series X: Check out the list

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If you own an Xbox Series X console, you may want to at least think about what the best controllers are for your specific setup. Perhaps the new Xbox wireless controller included in the box is the solution you’ve been looking for. But maybe you prefer something with more features designed to give you an edge – and for that, we applaud you.

Upgrading your Xbox controller can mean better responsiveness, more input options, and a more personalised and tactile feel. While the controllers that come with your Microsoft gaming machine will certainly do the job, they’re far from the end of the line in terms of the accessories that you can connect up.

Top Xbox Series X controller (2022)

Here we’ve compiled this authoritative list of the finest Xbox controllers available right now: the absolute best controllers, complete with all the specifications you need to know:

Xbox Series X controller Price
Xbox Core Wireless Controller Rs 5,590
Xbox Wireless Controller Rs 9,999
Xbox Elite Wireless Control Series 2 Rs 18,299
Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma $129.99 (approx. Rs 9,923)
Turtle Beach Recon Wired Game Controller $59.95 (approx. Rs 4,576)
APower Spectra Enhanced Wired Controller Rs 20,345
PDP Afterglow Wired Controller Rs 6,809

 

Xbox Core Wireless Controller

Xbox Core Controller

Honestly, it’s hard to beat the Xbox Core Wireless Controller. This controller is devoid of any unique gimmicks or fancy features. It’s the ideal companion for your Xbox Series X. You may use the updated wireless protocol to link the Core Controller to your Xbox, which should provide you with less latency and fewer mispresses while keeping you engrossed in your games. In India, the Microsoft Xbox Series X Wireless Controller costs Rs 5,590.

Specifications

Hardware Platform Xbox Series X/S
Brand Microsoft
Colour Black
Weight 300 Grams
Dimensions (LxWxH) 26 x 26 x 15 Centimeters
Price Rs 5,590

 

Xbox Wireless Controller

Xbox Wireless Controller

Well, sticking to the original is not a bad idea. The Xbox Wireless controller (the updated version with the share button) is one of the most basic Xbox Series X controllers available, but it’s still one of the best controllers you can use on the console. The textured hand grips, simplistic design, and lighter weight than some of the other alternatives on the market are all appealing. Another noteworthy advantage is that it does not involve charging. You simply need to replace the batteries with new ones. In India, the Xbox Wireless Controller costs Rs 9,999.

Specifications

Operating System Windows 10
Brand Microsoft
Colour White
Weight 1.2 Pounds
Dimensions (LxWxH) 17.5 x 7.3 x 17.7 Centimeters
Price Rs 9,999

 

Xbox Elite Wireless Control Series 2

Xbox Elite Series 2

If you wish the regular Xbox Wireless controller, the Elite Series 2 might be the way to purchase if you want something that is a lot more configurable. It offers superb grip for minimal slipping, and you can replace out the thumbsticks and d-pad, among other things. The triggers and thumbsticks may also be adjusted in height, and also for additional controls, there are paddle buttons. The controller is costly, but it will be worth it when you employ all of its smart little pluses to improve your game. The Xbox Elite Series 2 price in India is Rs 18,299.

Specifications

Hardware Platform Xbox X/S
Brand Microsoft
Colour Gold, Purple
Weight 345g (+/- 15g)
Dimensions (LxWxH) 17.5 x 17.7 x 7.3 Centimeters
Price Rs 18,299

 

Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma

Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma

We’re now stepping into wired territory with the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma. There are a few obvious advantages to having it wired. One advantage is that you will most likely have less input-latency. And second, you don’t ever have to worry about charging it. The Wolverine V2 Chroma is equipped with a lot of functionality that includes six multi-function buttons that can be mapped to almost anything. There’s also a Hair Trigger mode with trigger stop switches for super-quick action in a pinch. It also comes with Chroma lighting on the sides. It’s compatible with both Xbox and PC. If you don’t want to deal with batteries or recharging, this is one of the best Xbox Series X controllers available. Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma is available at $129.99 (approx. Rs 9,923).

Specifications

Compatible Devices Gaming Console
Brand Razer
Colour Black, Black, White
Weight 13.4 ounces
Dimensions (LxWxH) 6.26 x 4.17 x 2.57 inches
Price $129.99 (approx. Rs 9,923)

 

Turtle Beach Recon Wired Game Controller

Turtle Beach Recon Wired Game Controller

If you’re looking for a controller with a lot of features but not a high price tag, the Turtle Beach Recon Wired Game Controller is for you. It has all of the traditional Xbox controller buttons, plus two extra on the back that allow you to activate controls without taking your thumbs off the analogue sticks. You can also configure those two rear buttons to do whatever you want, including a Pro-Aim feature for adjusting thumbstick sensitivity. The Turtle Beach Recon Controller Wired Gaming Controller price is $59.95 (roughly Rs 4,576).

Specifications

Hardware Platform Xbox One, Windows, Xbox Series X
Brand Turtle Beach
Colour Black, White
Weight 1.12 pounds
Dimensions (LxWxH) 0.07 x 0.03 x 0.07 inches
Price $59.95 (approx. Rs 4,576)

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Twitter makes it easier for you to search for specific messages, Know how!

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If you’ve been on Twitter for a while and use it for networking, you know where this is going! It is so complex to find the messages you’re looking for in the DM section. It gets amassed so often that looking for specific content becomes so difficult. However, Twitter has just come up with a solution.

Twitter DM Search feature

Twitter has rolled out its latest feature where users can search for any specific message in their DM’s. Earlier, they did have the access to search their DM’s, but it was only limited to searching other users or groups, you’re a part of!

Twitter said in a tweet that users would be able to utilise the search bar to look for certain terms and names in their inbox. When users search in the DMs, Twitter will provide three options: People, Groups, and Messages. The new functionality allows users to search for specific messages.

Last year, Twitter announced the addition of a search bar for DMs to its Android app, as well as the ability to search for a particular material in DMs. The DM search function in Twitter’s iOS app was released two years before the Android app.

Twitter DM search feature

Twitter announced earlier this week that users on iOS would be able to capture GIFs using the in-app camera. Users may share GIFs by pressing and holding the record button, then tapping the photo symbol, then the camera icon, making sure to pick the GIF mode. There doesn’t appear to be a way to distribute the GIFs outside of the platform right now. Users may only post a link to a GIF on Twitter, implying that there is no way to save the GIF to a computer or smartphone.

One Plus 10 Pro launching on end of March: Confirmed!

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One Plus has confirmed the launch of its latest flagship smartphone One Plus 10 Pro officially on Twitter. The phone will be landing in India on March 31, 2022. Lately, the brand was already teasing a lot about the phone, featuring its camera and other specs. It created a lot of curiosity among the users, and now that the phone is finally coming, the excitement is on top!

One Plus 10 Pro launch Confirmed

The Chinese tech giant has confirmed the launch in a tweet marking the dates of the events along with the timings mentioned as well.

As expected, the release is coming just after the launch of the GT 2 Pro. The tweet also suggests that the specifications of the Indian 10 Pro variant will be similar to the one launched in China last year. Anyways, we will see that once the device reaches our hands!

One Plus 10 Pro Expected specs

The OnePlus 10 Pro was released in China in January. It runs on Android 12 with ColorOS 12.1 on top. The smartphone features a curved LTPO 2.0 AMOLED display with a dynamic refresh rate of 1Hz to 120Hz. It also flaunts a 6.7-inch QHD+ (1,440×3,216 pixels) resolution. Furthermore, the display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus and has a peak brightness of 1,300 nits. The OnePlus 10 Pro is equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. It offers up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM.

OnePlus 10 Pro

It has some interesting camera specs. At the back, it has a 48MP Sony IMX789 main sensor, a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL JN1 sensor for ultra-wide shooting, and an 8MP telephoto shooter with 3.3x optical zoom. The device also sports a 32MP selfie shooter with a Sony IMX615 camera sensor.

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Microsoft convincing more game developers to use Azure

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For quite some time now, Microsoft has been persuading many game creators to join its Azure cloud computing service. It even introduced numerous new initiatives and services geared exclusively at them.

Sticking to the ideation, Microsoft has announced the Azure Game Development Virtual Machine on March 24, 2022. It allows game creators to test and build games in a production-ready cloud environment. On Microsoft’s virtual machines (VMs), game creators will be able to get started straight away using tools like Unreal Engine, Perforce, Incredibuild, Visual Studio, and Blender, as well as software development kits (SDKs) including Microsoft Game Development Kit (GDK), PlayFab, and DirectX.

Azure Game Development Virtual Machine

According to Microsoft officials, the pre-built Game Development Virtual Machine allows developers to set up game development workstations or establish servers in less than five minutes. It also has a customised Game Dev VM that may be used as a basis image for creating bespoke workstation setups or building servers.

Microsoft Azure

“We’re committed to making Azure the cloud of choice for game creators, so expect to see additional investments in the future, including: more powerful compute and GPUs; tighter partner integrations with improved cloud-native authentication; better end-to-end examples and documentation on running your game dev pipeline in Azure; better options for cloud pipelines leveraging Xbox development and more,” said Ben Humphrey, Principal Software Engineer for Azure in today’s blog post about the VM.

ID@AZURE PROGRAMME

Azure is a free service that gives game creators access to Microsoft tools and infrastructure for creating cross-platform games. This programme offers free validation and integration services, as well as instructional resources and Azure professional assistance. The ID@Azure initiative was first released as an invitation-only limited beta test in December. It is currently available to the general public.

Microsoft’s xCloud game-streaming service also function on Azure. Game creators have access to Bing Maps, Microsoft Mesh, Bing Maps, Azure AI, PlayFab developer services, and other Microsoft cloud technologies for constructing and managing their games. As a result, all of the work done by game creators on Azure “informs and accelerates cloud computing,” according to authorities.

Microsoft introduced the Microsoft Game Stack in 2019. It consists of a variety of cloud services such as Azure, Power BI, PlayFab, Mixer, and Xbox Live and different development tools. In 2018, Microsoft purchased PlayFab, a tool provider for cloud-connected games.

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Following and Favorites for Instagram: All you need to know

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After introducing Family Center and Parental Supervision Tools on Instagram, Adam Mosseri, Head of Instagram, has announced the launch of two new chronological views for Instagram.

Mosseri has said that ‘Following and Favorites’, two new chronological views, have been introduced by the Instagram. The move is aimed to offer more choice and control over what users see in the photo-sharing app.

“Today, we’re launching two new chronological views for your Instagram Feed – Following and Favorites. These options give you more choice and control over what you see in the app (sic),”reads a tweet by Mosseri who has invited users’ feedback.

To see newly introduced two chronological on your Feed, you need to Tap “Instagram” on the top left of your app to switch between Favorites and Following.

More choice and control over what you see in your feed

Instagram is always working on new ways to improve user’s Instagram experience. It will continue to build features like Favorites and Following to give more choice and control over what users see, and help make the time they spend on the app feel more intentional.

Insta Chrono

What are Favorites and Following

The Instagram feed allows you to see a mix of photos and videos from people you follow, suggested posts and more. With the help of Favorites and Following, Instagram users will be able to catch up on recent posts from the accounts they follow.

Favorites allows you to see the latest posts by those who you follow such as friends and favorite creators. Besides, posts from accounts in Favorites will also show up higher in your home feed.

Following allows you to see posts from the people you follow on the Instagram. Both Favorites and Following help you quickly catch up on recent posts as both Favorites and Following will show you posts in chronological order.

How to use Favorites and Following

Open the Instagram app and click on the Instagram in the top left corner of your home page to choose what you see.

How your favorites list works

With the help of Favorites, you will be able to see the most recent posts from the accounts that you have added to your favorites list.

One user can add up 50 accounts to their list. They can make changes to their favorities list as and when they feel. A notification will be sent to user’s account when their account will be added or removed from the favourite list.

Posts from accounts on your favorites list will also show up higher in your home feed, as shown by a star icon.

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Samsung’s first QD-OLED TV is on the way to its launch: Here’s what you need to know

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We’re nearing the point where all of the new TVs revealed at CES will begin to reach to customers. Now, Samsung has just announced that preorders for their extensive 2022 portfolio are now open. And, for the first time, the company has revealed all of the features and pricing for its long-rumored, semi-announced QD-OLED consumer TV, the S95B.

The S95B is a 4K QD-OLED television that will be available in two sizes: a 55-inch model for $2,199.99 and a 65-inch model for $2,999.99. Although these are much higher prices than a conventional LG OLED, Samsung Display’s QD-OLED screen could provide improved colour accuracy at high brightness levels, even better viewing angles than regular OLED, and wider colour reproduction than regular OLED. Even Sony too has announced its own TVs using the Samsung QD-OLED display.

Samsung QD-OLED

QD-OLED finally introduces genuine competition to the OLED TV market. To date, all OLED TVs from all manufacturers have used LG Display’s WOLED panel technology. QD-OLED is a new panel type that combines blue OLED with red and green quantum dot colour converters.

The ‘Infinity One Design’ and ‘Object Tracking Sound Technology’ are also mentioned in the announcement. Furthermore, Samsung’s QD-OLED TVs will include the 2022 Neo Quantum video processor, four HDMI 2.1 ports, and a 144Hz panel refresh rate – all of which are shared by Samsung’s other 2022 TVs.

Samsung Electronics did not provide any additional information, but stated in a statement that it will have “more to share about the 2022 TV lineup in the coming weeks.”

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Samsung to launch Galaxy M 53, a successor of Galaxy M52, on March 27

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South Korean tech-giant Samsung is expected to launch Galaxy M 53, a successor of Galaxy M52 on March 27.

The upcoming phone is expected have a 6.7-inch display Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Galaxy M 53 is speculated to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 900. The new model is expected to feature 108MP primary camera, a 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. The phone will be equipped with a 32MP snapper on the front for selfies and video calling.

The phone will have a 5000mAh battery, supported by with 25W fast charging support. Consumers need to buy the adapter separately. The phone is said to come with 10+ 5G bands support.

The handset is said to pack 8GB RAM and either 128GB or 256GB storage options.  The upcoming phone will also run on the latest Android 12 based OneUI 4.1 custom skin out of the box.

Compared with the predecessor M52, Galaxy M 53 will have some downgrades. M52 is equipped with secondary 12MP Ultra-wide-angle lens while M52 will have 8MP Ultra-wide-angle lens. The dual 5MP sensors is also expected to be replaced with 2MP macro and depth lenses.

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Whatsapp rolled out multi-device feature for all users, know how to link your device

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WhatsApp, the encrypted messaging service owned by Meta, has begun bringing out multi-device compatibility to all users. The update was available for users before as well but only through WhatsApp’s opt-in beta testing programme.

Now, according to WABetainfo, the update will be available to iOS users this month, with Android users receiving it next month. With the new upgrade, you won’t need to have your primary device connected to the internet to use the platform.
On linked devices, seeing live location is not available. The secondary devices are unable to create and browse broadcast lists or send messages with link previews via WhatsApp Web. Emoji reactions are now available in beta on WhatsApp for Android.

How to link your WhatsApp account to another device

To connect your devices, you must upgrade WhatsApp to the current version in order to enjoy the multi-device capability. After that, you may use WhatsApp on numerous devices by following these steps:

Step1: On your Android smartphone, open Whatsapp and select the three-dot menu. Select the Linked Devices option. By selecting the Settings button on the iOS app, users may choose Linked devices.
Step2: Select a device to link.
Step3: Enter the pin or use biometric authentication to unlock your phone.
Step4: On your PC or laptop, go to web.whatsapp.com or the WhatsApp Desktop app.
Step5: Use your smartphone to scan the QR code.

Whatsapp multi-device conncetivity

Once linked, WhatsApp may be used to send and receive messages on many devices at the same time.

Whatsapp other features

The emoji reactions have begun to emerge in the service’s Android app’s beta version 2.22.8.3, providing users with a quick and easy option to respond to incoming messages.
The functionality allows users to respond to a received message by long-pressing one of six emoji: thumbs up, heart, sobbing, laughter, astonished face, or folded hands (usually taken to mean “thank you”).

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OPPO K10 and Enco Air 2 earbuds to go on sale from March 29

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Chinese consumer electronics and mobile communications company OPPO will start sale of OPPO K10 from March 29. The newly launched phone will be available in two variants on Flipkart, OPPO online store and select retail stores.

To get the 6GB+128GB variant of the OPPO K10, you need to pay Rs 12990 while 8+128GB variant will be available at an effective price of Rs14,990 from March 29.

With the launch of K10 smartphone, OPPO wants to initiate an online-focused strategy and build a direct relationship with its online consumers via e-commerce platforms.

The newly launched OPPO K10 is powered by 6nm class Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 octa-core CPU, Adreno 610 GPU, 6GB / 8GB LPDDR4x RAM (+ 5GB expandable), 128GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable), Android 11-based ColorOS 11.1. It packs a 5,000mAh battery charged through a 33W SUPERVOOC charger support.

Oppo Enco Air 2 earbuds

In addition to OPPO K10, the company will also start sale of affordable earbuds called Enco Air 2 is an entry level wireless earbuds.

Oppo Enco Air2

Priced at Rs 2,499, the Oppo Enco Air 2 features 13.4 mm large composite titanized diaphragm drivers, the Air2 delivers higher sound quality than the last generation.

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Redmi 10 sale: Get Redmi’s affordable smartphone on sale for the first time!

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The Redmi 10 is now available to buy in India starting at 12 PM today! It is the most affordable smartphone launched by Redmi in India last week.

The smartphone expands the budget lineup series of Redmi, offering great features at such a mind-blowing price. The device packs a larger battery, bright display, and great camera specs.

Redmi 10 Price in India

The basic 4GB RAM + 64GB storage edition of the Redmi 10 is priced at Rs. 10,999 in India and the other variant with 6GB RAM+ 128GB storage is for Rs. 12,999. Moreover, the smartphone offers three beautiful colour options- Caribbean Green, Midnight Black, and Pacific Blue.

You can easily get your smartphone at Flipkart. Also, you can head to Mi’s official website and book one from there. The sale for Redmi 10 will start today (March 24) at 12pm IST.

Additionally, on purchases made using HDFC Bank cards or EMI transactions, Xiaomi and Flipkart are providing an immediate discount of up to Rs 1,000. At many retail outlets, there are also EMI choices and exchange offers. Exchanges with Mi Exchange might save you up to Rs. 9,500. Furthermore, you can get an additional 5% discount by paying through Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card.

Redmi 10 Specifications

The dual-SIM (Nano) Redmi 10 runs MIUI 13 on top of Android 11. The smartphone features a 6.7-inch HD+ display with a 20.6:9 aspect ratio and a peak brightness of 400 nits. It is powered by Snapdragon 680 SoC and features Corning Gorilla Glass for screen protection.

Furthermore, the built-in storage may be used to practically expand the RAM by up to 2GB. It comes packed with 128GB storage onboard, which is further expandable up to 512GB using a microSD card.

Redmi 10 specs

Coming to the camera specs, the device flaunts a dual-camera setup at the back. The primary lens is a 50MP sensor paired with a 2MP portrait shooter. Furthermore, it has a 5MP selfie camera for great selfies and video calls. The phone sports a massive battery with 6000mAh power with 18W fast charging to last you all day. It also has a 9W wired reverse charging.

Some other features on the smartphone include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. It also features the AI Face Unlock. For connectivity, it supports 4G LTE, NFC, USB Type-C, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. It offers three stunning colours and you can choose the one that suits you the best!

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