Google Photos is adding a “Flip” or “Mirror” option for photos and videos
Not immediately available to all users.
Will likely be under the “Crop” section in the Google Photos app.
Users would be able to use the feature without losing the original photo or video.
The feature is rolling out via a server-side update.
New Flip and Mirror features coming to Google Photos. (Photo by Rubaitul Azad on Unsplash)
Don’t we all feel thrilled when our favourite apps add the most basic feature after years? Well, it is that time again. Reports say Google Photos is getting the “Flip” or “Mirror” feature for photos and videos, finally!
Google Photos is probably one of the biggest gallery apps on Android. While its popularity can’t be questioned, it has been notoriously lacking features that are very common in third-party photo and video editing apps for ages.
One such surprisingly absent feature from Google Photos is the ability to flip or mirror photos and videos horizontally.
Since now Google has been focused on adding AI-powered tools, it appears the tech company finally decided to add these simplest features.
The Flip and Mirror feature for photos and videos has been available in many apps for a long time including Samsung Gallery.
Demo of feature in the Google Photos app (Screenshot Credit – 9to5Google)Demo of the new “Flip or Mirror” feature in Googe Photos app. (Screenshot Credit – 9to5Google)
A Reddit thread on the Google Pixel subreddit highlighted the new feature in a post. Later, the features were also spotted by a Telegram user (via Mishaal Rahman).
Reddit post highlighting the new features in the Google Photos app.
Google Photos seems to have finally added a button to flip images horizontally.
This is starting to become available for some users. Let me know if you see the button.
H/T i_mahadev on Telegram pic.twitter.com/qN7YtVGRbX
— Mishaal Rahman (@MishaalRahman) September 17, 2024
As per reports, the new “Flip” or “Mirror” option will be available under the “Crop” section of the app. This section currently only includes options to rotate, resize, scale, and crop content.
Now, with the flip feature, users would be able to easily mirror their photos and videos. It will also allow them to save a copy of the original photo or video as the edit is non-destructive.
The feature, however, might not be useful for everyone. The tool only allows for horizontal mirroring. So, users will have to rotate the photo or video manually to be able to flip it vertically.
Moreover, the feature may not be available for all users immediately. Reports believe it is currently available to only a handful of users and most may not get it even after updating the app to the latest version.
The rollout seems to be a server-side update. This means it could take some time to reach all devices.
In case you are not getting the feature in your Google App now, we suggest you wait as it’s likely coming soon.
FAQs
What new feature is Google Photos adding?
Google Photos is adding a “Flip” or “Mirror” option for photos and videos, allowing horizontal mirroring.
Where can users find the new flip feature in Google Photos?
Although will not be immediately available to all users, the new flip and mirror features are rumoured to be in the “Crop” section of the app.
Will the flip feature be available to all users immediately?
No, the rollout is gradual via a server-side update, so it may take some time to appear for all users.
How to use the feature Google Photos Flip ?
To use the image flipping feature, open the photo you want to edit in Google Photos and tap on the “Edit” button.
Look for the “Flip” option within the crop tools.
Tapping on this will instantly mirror the image horizontally.
What is the Google Ask Photos Feature ?
Google initially announced the Ask Photos feature for Google Photos at its annual I/O 2024 developer conference in May.
Google has started rolling out the feature to users in the US. The Ask Photos feature is available on both Android and iOS.
What does Google say about Google Ask Photos Feature ?
“Today, early access to Ask Photos is rolling out to select U.S. users as part of Google Labs. This experimental experience is a step beyond our improved search experience. Using the latest Gemini models, Ask Photos can understand the context of your photo gallery — like the most important people in your life, hobbies or favorite foods — and pull out relevant details to help you find specific memories and uncover information about your life,” said the company in a blog post.
Does Google Photos editing suite need more non-AI features ?
Google Photos doesn’t provide the option to batch edit pictures or create custom presets to quickly apply across multiple images.
There is no lasso tool for making targeted edits to specific areas of an image.
Google has announced Ask Photos in Google Photos to select Labs users for an improved search experience.
Reports suggest network tests are currently underway.
The Galaxy A56 is expected to be unveiled in March 2025
More details to follow in the coming months.
Samsung is gearing up for its next Galaxy A series release after the success of Galaxy A35 and A55. A recent report confirms that Galaxy A56 is currently in development. And as of now, it appears that Samsung is conducting network tests for the Galaxy A56.
Smartprix in one of its recent reports confirmed that the Galaxy A56 5G is being tested and is slated for release early next year. The report also confirms that the device has been listed as “Galaxy S56 5G” and will feature a 5G chipset.
This aligns with a few previous reports that hinted that Galaxy A56 will come equipped with the Exynos 1580 processor.
Galaxy A56 5G IMEI spotted in IMEI database with model number SM-A566B/DS. (Screenshot credit – Smartprix)
The model number of the Galaxy A56 is confirmed as SM-A566B/DS. This closely follows the same numbering pattern as of its predecessor Galaxy A55, which was listed with model number – SM-A556B/DS.
It also indicates that Samsung is progressing with its usual rounds of testing for its new devices.
Upcoming Galaxy A56 – Expected Features (Rumoured)
Exynos 1580 with model number “S5E8855” in Geekbench database. (Screenshot credit – Smartprix)
The Galaxy A56 is expected to be powered by the Exynos 1580 processor. This can be confirmed since it has already been benchmarked and reportedly performs on par with the Snapdragon 888.
The Exynos 1580 has an internal codename “santa.” It is paired with the Xclipse 540 GPU, which is an upgrade from the Exynos 1480 and Xclipse 530 found in the Galaxy A55.
Geekbench 5 score of Exynos 1580 (codename Santa) has been detected.
Earlier this year, an X (previously Twitter) user tipped that the Exynos 1580 will most likely feature 4 Cortex-A720 cores and 4 Cortex-A520 cores. Both configurations promise an improved performance.
Samsung is also likely to extendsoftware update support for the Galaxy A56.
Currently, we have limited details about the upcoming device. However, the recent reports of possible network tests suggest the official launch isn’t too far off.
The Galaxy A56 is expected to be unveiled in March 2025. More information on the launch and the device itself is expected to follow in the coming months.
Galaxy S25 series will not see any battery upgrades.
Could be potentially powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip
Galaxy S25 series is expected to launch in January 2025
Caption – @OneLeaks x AndroidHeadline posted these Galaxy S25 series. (Image credit – @OneLeaks x AndroidHeadline)
It appears Samsung is sticking to the tried and tested formulas when it comes to the design of the upcoming Galaxy S25 Series. The latest leaked renders of Galaxy S25 Plus hint at a design too similar to its predecessors.
In a report, Android Headlines has revealed renders of the upcoming Galaxy S25 Plus. The renders show that the Galaxy S25 Plus looks nearly identical to the Galaxy S24 Plus.
S25 Plus Leaked renders (Image credit – @OneLeaks x AndroidHeadline)S25 Plus Leaked renders (Image credit – @OneLeaks x AndroidHeadline)The upcoming S25 lineup will look similar to the Galaxy S24 series. (Image credit – @OneLeaks x AndroidHeadline)
It doesn’t end there. It is now being said that the entire upcoming S25 lineup will likely look similar to the Galaxy S24 series.
Galaxy S25 Plus Details (Rumoured)
As per the leaks, the Galaxy S25 Plus will measure 158.4 x 75.7 x 7.3mm. If true, this will make it thinner than the S24 Plus.
However, the display is expected to remain the same size.
Another report from GalaxyClub further confirms that there would not be any upgrade in the battery sizes of the upcoming Galaxy S25 series.
While the Galaxy S25 will come with a 4,000mAh battery, the S25 Plus will reportedly feature a 4,900mAh battery.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra, on the other hand, will most likely have a 5,000mAh battery, which is similar to the S24 series.
With no battery upgrade, Samsung will fall behind competitors such as the OnePlus 12, vivo X100 Pro, ASUS ROG Phone 8, and HONOR Magic 6 Pro. All these devices offer batteries larger than 5,400mAh. And then their the OnePlus 13, which is rumoured to get a massive 6,000mAh battery.
What’s interesting to note is how Samsung has been making the phones thinner while still maintaining the battery sizes.
The Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra are expected to launch in January 2025.
Among other things, speculations are also rife that all three models will likely be powered by Qualcomm’s next-gen Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip. Some contradictory reports suggest Samsung might stick with a mix of Snapdragon and Exynos processors.
The processors could be different in different regions for the S25 and S25 Plus.
Samsung forced a tie and made room for itself in the top position. While it was a moment of rejoicing for the South Korean company, looks like it didn’t last for long.
Apple has made a smashing return as the sole category winner in the 2024 ACSI annual report.
American Customer Satisfaction Index results, 2024 (Screenshot credit – 9to5Mac)
HP won the second position and as for Samsung, it has been knocked down to third.
ACSI published its annual report this week based on 13,000+ respondents (chosen at random) from July 2023 to June 2024.
The personal computer category includes computers, desktops, laptops, and tablets.
Respondents also rated personal computer features.
American Customer Satisfaction Index Personal Computer, Customer Experience Benchmark (Image credit – 9to5Mac)
Apple Tops Customer Satisfaction Index
In the 2024 report, Apple’s Mac and iPad experience scored 85/100.
This is at least four points more than the average score of 81 in the personal computer category.
On the other hand, Samsung’s score dropped to 82/100, which is a point down from last year’s score of 83/100.
Meanwhile, HP managed to take the leap to reach the second spot this year. It scored 84/100 and was just behind Apple. HP has been performing rather well for some time now, registering a 3-point increase YoY.
For the fourth and fifth spots, Amazon and Dell found their place respectively.
American Customer Satisfaction Index Personal Computer Device Type. (Image credit – 9to5Mac)
The report also ranked product categories. The desktops, although had lower scores than last, managed to snatch the top spot with 82/100. It outperformed both compact computing products, laptops and tablets.
As for the YoY trends, it was a 2-point drop for desktops, a 1-point increase for laptops, and a 5-point increase for tablets.
FAQs
Q1. Who topped the 2024 ACSI annual report for personal computers?
Answer. Apple topped the 2024 ACSI annual report for personal computers with a score of 85/100.
Q2. How did Samsung perform in the 2024 ACSI annual report?
Answer. Samsung dropped to third place with a score of 82/100, down from 83/100 last year.
The realme P2 Pro 5G is a powerhouse of features like 80W Ultra Fast Charge, fastest curved display, and Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset which will offer excellent performance and low power consumption. Segment’s largest VC for heat dissipation and GT Mode to facilitate seamless gaming experience.
Buyers can avail a coupon worth INR 2,000 on the 8GB+128GB variant. Additionally, buyers can avail a coupon worth INR 2,000 and bank offer worth INR 1,000 on the 12GB+256GB and 12GB+512GB variant of realme P2 Pro 5G.
realme has announced the ‘early bird sale’ for their recently launched smartphone, realme P2 Pro 5G which is equipped with 80W Ultra Fast Charge, fastest curved AMOLED display, and industry’s first AI photography architecture, the HYPERIMAGE camera system.
realme P2 Pro 5G Price In India & Availability
realme P2 Pro 5G Price In India & Availability
The realme P2 Pro 5G is available in two elegant colors: Parrot Green and Eagle Grey, and three storage variants: 8GB+128GB priced at INR 19,999, 12GB+256GB priced at INR 21,999, and 12GB+512GB priced at INR 24,999.
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realme P2 Pro 5G early bird sale offers
realme P2 Pro 5G early bird sale offers
The early bird sale is scheduled for 17th September from 06:00 PM till 08:00 PM on realme.com and Flipkart.
Buyers can avail a coupon worth INR 2,000 along with 3 months no cost EMI on the 8GB+128GB variant.
Additionally, users can avail coupon worth INR 2,000, bank offer worth INR 1,000 and 3 months no cost EMI on the 12GB+256GB and 12GB+512GB variant of realme P2 Pro 5G.
realme P2 Pro 5G Features
realme P2 Pro 5G Features
Snapdragon® 7s Gen 2 5G Chipset with 3D VC Cooling System
The realme P2 Pro is powered by the cutting-edge Snapdragon® 7s Gen 2 5G Chipset, which is built on a 4nm process for superior performance and low power consumption.
This chipset boasts an 8-core 64-bit processor with 4 ARM® Cortex-A78 cores running at 2.4GHz and 4 ARM® Cortex-A55 cores at 1.95GHz, delivering lightning-fast speeds and smooth multitasking.
It reaches up to 680k+ AnTuTu benchmark (12+512GB), leading in benchmark scores in its price segment.
The realme P2 Pro also incorporates a 9-layer cooling system, including a 4500mm² tempered VC and 9953mm² graphite.
With a large cooling surface area and significantly enhanced cooling efficiency, it effectively dissipates heat, reducing the temperature felt on the device and providing an unprecedented cool experience even during intensive use.
GT Mode with GT Gaming Features
The realme P2 Pro introduces the GT Mode and GT Gaming Features, designed to elevate your gaming experience.
The GT Mode allows for peak gaming performance, offering an experience that is on par with esports-level game competitions.
It’s tailored for those seeking an immersive and high-performance gaming session, making every game feel like a professional competition.
80W Ultra Fast Charge with 5200mAh Battery
The realme P2 Pro is equipped with an 80W Ultra-Fast Charging feature, enabling the phone to charge from 0-100% in approximately 49 minutes.
This charging speed, combined with a large 5200mAh battery, ensures extended battery life for comprehensive usage.
The battery is designed to maintain high endurance capacity even after four years of use, ensuring longevity and reliability.
With 38 safety measures in place, the realme P2 Pro guarantees safe high-power charging, providing users with both speed and security when it comes to powering their device.
120Hz Curved AMOLED Display
120Hz Curved AMOLED Display
The realme P2 Pro 5G showcases a 6.7-inch Samsung Curved AMOLED display, providing an immersive viewing experience with a 93.2% screen-to-body ratio.
The display supports 1.07 billion colors and has a contrast ratio of 5,000,000:1, ensuring accurate color reproduction with a 100% P3 color gamut.
It boasts a refresh rate of up to 120Hz and a touch sampling rate of 240Hz for smooth interactions, all protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.
The 120Hz Curved Vision Display offers a silky smooth touch and a more seamless gaming experience with its Pro-XDR display, distinct contrast, and vivid details.
With a brightness of 600nits (typical), 2000 nits (peak), and 1200nits (HBM mode), the display ensures excellent visibility in various lighting conditions.
The realme P2 Pro 5G also supports an in-display fingerprint sensor for quick and secure access.
IP65 Dust and Water Resistance & Rainwater Smart Touch
The realme P2 Pro 5G is designed with IP65 Dust and Water Resistance, featuring an integrated mid-frame design and 3D screen glue sealing to enhance its overall dust-proof and water-proof performance.
The IP65 rating ensures that the device can completely prevent dust from entering and withstand low-pressure liquid spray from any angle without any impact.
50MP Sony LYT-600 Sensor
The realme P2 Pro is equipped with a state-of-the-art 50MP Sony LYT-600 main camera that excels in both day and night photography.
The camera features a large 1/1.95” sensor, a 26mm equivalent focal length, and an f/1.88 aperture.
It is further enhanced by Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and 2X ISZ support, which together improve image quality and capture high dynamic range photos during the day as well as bright, clear nighttime images.
The realme P2 Pro also introduces the industry-first realme HYPERIMAGE+ Camera System, an AI photography architecture that combines flagship optics, on-device AI imaging algorithms, and cloud-based AI image editing.
The top reasons to buy the realme P2 Pro 5G are:
The realme P2 Pro is equipped with an 80W Ultra-Fast Charging feature, enabling the phone to charge from 0-100% in approximately 49 minutes.
This impressive charging speed, combined with a massive 5200mAh battery, ensures extended battery life for comprehensive usage.
The realme P2 Pro introduces the GT Mode and GT Gaming Features, designed to elevate your gaming experience.
With a large cooling surface area and significantly enhanced cooling efficiency, it effectively dissipates heat, reducing the temperature felt on the device and providing an unprecedented cool experience even during intensive use.
FAQs
What are realme P2 Pro 5G specifications?
6.7-inch (2412×1080 pixels) Full HD+ curved AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 2000Hz instant touch sampling rate, 2160Hz PWM dimming, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, up to 2000 nits peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection
Up to 2.4GHz Octa Core Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 4nm Mobile Platform with Adreno 710 GPU
What is new in realme P2 Pro 5G from realme P1 Pro?
The realme P2 Pro comes with a bigger battery, featuring a 5200mAh battery with 80W fast charging, whereas the realme P1 Pro had a 5000mAh battery with 45W fast charging.
Many new gaming features are introduced in the realme P2 Pro, such as Geek Power Tuning, Quick Startup, Game Filters, Game Focus Mode, Bullet Notification, and Voice Changer.
The chipset has been upgraded from Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 to Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, which is built on a 4nm process for superior performance and low power consumption.
The selfie camera has also been upgraded from 16MP to 32MP for improved photography.
What are the top 3 alternatives to realme P2 Pro 5G?
Motorola Edge 50 Fusion priced at Rs. 22,999
50MP camera with Sony LYTIA LYT-700C sensor
144Hz curved display
IP68 water protection
Smart Water Touch
Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor
Up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage
5000mAh battery
68W TurboPower charger
Samsung Galaxy F55 5G priced at Rs. 26,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC
Up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage (expandable up to 1TB)
6.55-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED Plus display, 120Hz refresh rate
50MP triple rear camera (primary + 8MP ultrawide + 2MP)
50MP front-facing camera
5,000mAh battery with 45W wired fast charging
In-display fingerprint sensor, Knox Security
Android 14 with One UI 6.1 (4 years of Android upgrades, 5 years of security updates)
Vivo T3 Pro 5G priced at INR 24,999 (inclusive of all taxes) for the 8GB + 128GB variant
6.77-inch Full HD AMOLED screen with HDR10+, up to 4500 nits peak brightness, 120Hz refresh rate
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4nm) Mobile Platform with Adreno 720 GPU
8GB LPDDR4X RAM with 128GB / 256GB storage
Android 14 with FuntouchOS 14
Dual SIM (nano + nano)
50MP camera with Sony IMX 882 sensor, OIS, f/1.79 aperture, 8MP ultra-wide camera with f/2.2 aperture, Aura light
16MP front camera with f/2.45 aperture
In-display fingerprint sensor
USB Type-C audio, Stereo speakers
Dust and Splash resistant (IP64)
5500mAh battery with 44W (Z9s) / 80W (Z9s Pro) fast charging
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Samsung’s flagship tablets offer ground-breaking innovations, including intelligent performance optimization, enhanced creative tools, and adaptive features that take productivity and creativity to new heights.
New Galaxy tablet design preview
The next flagship Galaxy tablets will further build on Samsung’s stellar legacy of ground-breaking innovations by offering new features, making them the perfect productivity companions for multi-taskers.
Faqs
What are the specs of the new Samsung galaxy tablets ?
Galaxy Tab S10 series is expected to only have two models—the Galaxy Tab S10 Plus and the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra. There will be no standard 11” S10 model according to the leaks .
Both the S10 Plus and S10 Ultra are rumored to feature Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays with anti-reflective coating. The S10 Plus could come with a 12.4” display, while the S10 Ultra is said to have a larger 14.6” screen.
Both devices are expected to run on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset, though this is still unconfirmed. Leaks suggest the S10 Plus could offer up to 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, while the S10 Ultra should max out at 16 GB of RAM and up to 1 TB of storage.
Leaks show the S10 Plus will feature a 13 MP main camera and an 8 MP ultra-wide lens, with a 12 MP front camera.The S10 Ultra might feature with the same rear camera setup but will have dual 12 MP front cameras.
The Galaxy S10 Plus will feature a 10,090 mAh battery, the S10 Ultra could have an 11,200 mAh battery, both with 45W fast charging support.
What are the pre reserve offers on Samsung Galaxy New Tablets ?
Samsung is offering pre-reservations on its website for ₹1,000. Those who pre-reserve will receive a ₹3,500 e-voucher/a free 45W travel adapter worth ₹3,499, and an instant bank discount on select cards. Follow this link to pre-reserve.
Oppo introduced a new Feather Pink colour for the Oppo K12x 5G.
It will be available from September 21st on Flipkart and Oppo India’s website.
Oppo is developing a new K-series phone.
It will most likely feature a 6,500mAh battery, Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, and 80W fast charging.
Oppo K12x 5G now in a Feather Pink colour option. (Image credit – Oppo/Flipkart)
Two months after its launch, Oppo has now introduced a fresh new colour for its K12x 5G in India. The brand announced a stunning Feather Pink colour option. It will be available starting September 21st at 7 PM.
This new colour variant will be exclusively sold on Flipkart and Oppo India’s official website. It comes at the time of Flipkart’s Big Billion Days Sale.
Oppo K12x 5G Key Specifications
The Oppo K12x boasts a 6.67-inch HD+ display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. Protected by Panda Glass, the display provides 1,000 nits of peak brightness.
The smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset. It boasts a 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging support.
The device also holds military-grade durability certification (MIL-STD-810H) and an IP54 rating for water and dust resistance.
It comes with a hybrid dual SIM slot that supports microSD expansion.
The phone runs on Android 14 with Oppo’s ColorOS 14.
As for the camera system, the Oppo K12x includes a 32MP primary rear camera and a 2MP portrait sensor. In the front, it features an 8MP selfie camera.
Other notable features include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, Bluetooth 5.1, 5G support, and a slim design at just 7.68mm thick.
The Oppo K12x 5G is available in two storage options –
6GB + 128GB for ₹12,999
8GB + 256GB for ₹15,999
Oppo’s New K-Series Phone Under Development
Oppo is reportedly working on a new K-series phone for the Chinese market.
The phone will have the model number PKS110.
This update was leaked by popular tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo.
As per Digital Chat Station, the device will feature a 6,500mAh battery, Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, an OLED FHD+ display, and a 50MP primary camera. It will also likely get 80W fast charging support.
The phone is expected to have a slim and lightweight design with a high-strength polymer composite frame.
FAQs
Q1. When will the new Feather Pink variant of the Oppo K12x 5G be available?
Answer. The Feather Pink variant will be available starting September 21st at 7 PM on Flipkart and Oppo India’s official website.
Q2. What are the key specifications of the Oppo K12x 5G?
Answer. The Oppo K12x 5G features a 6.67-inch HD+ display, MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging, military-grade durability, and a 32MP primary rear camera.
Q3. What details are known about the upcoming Oppo K-series phone?
Answer. The upcoming K-series phone will have a 6,500mAh battery, Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, OLED FHD+ display, 50MP primary camera, and 80W fast charging, as leaked by Digital Chat Station.
After talks with Intel failed, Sony signed a contract with AMD for the PS6 chips.
This continues the Sony-AMD partnership after the PS5 and PS5 Pro.
Sony reportedly prioritising backward compatibility for the next PlayStation as well.
PlayStation 5 Pro launched recently. (Image Credit – Sony)
While the gaming community is still debating the high price tag of the recently launched PS5 Pro, the rumour mill has moved on to the PlayStation 6 (PS6). Multiple rumours have started about a possible Sony-Intel collab breakdown leading to Sony-AMD finally signing papers.
According to a recent report by Reuters, Intel was in talks with Sony to get into designing the chips for the PS6. The tech giant eventually lost the contract to AMD.
Reports suggest that both Intel and AMD reached the final stage of signing contracts with Sony.
AMD, however, secured the deal. AMD has earlier produced custom chips for the PS5 and PS5 Pro.
The report also highlights how this contract would have been a significant step for Intel, as the company has been looking forward to expanding its contract manufacturing business.
The contract “would have amounted to billions of dollars of revenue and fabricating thousands of silicon wafers a month,” two sources revealed while speaking to Reuters.
According to the report, several factors played a part in Sony finally moving ahead with AMD once again. Other than disagreements over profit-sharing with Intel, Sony prioritising backward compatibility is another reason.
It is being said that Intel and Sony engineering raised concerns that a new Intel chipset might complicate things with backward compatibility for PlayStation. It would also reportedly increase the cost and engineering work to ensure older games run on the new hardware.
Backward compatibility is something Sony has kept their focus on for a while now. It allows gamers to easily play older PlayStation titles on newer consoles.
The PS5 supports most PS4 games. It also offers a library of classic PS1, PS2, and PS3 games. This is done via the PlayStation Plus subscription service.
Intel has denied this characterisation.
An Intel spokesperson stated, “We strongly disagree with this characterisation but are not going to comment about any current or potential customer conversations.
“We have a very healthy customer pipeline across our product and foundry businesses, and we are squarely focused on innovating to meet their needs,” the Intel spokesperson further revealed.
As of now, there are no official details about PS6 or any other development at Sony. However, it seems the brand is prioritising backward compatibility again for the next-generation console.
FAQs
Why did Sony choose AMD over Intel for the PS6 chips?
Sony chose AMD over Intel due to concerns about backward compatibility and disagreements over profit-sharing with Intel.
Did Intel comment on losing the PS6 chip contract to AMD?
Answer. Intel disagreed with the characterization of the situation but did not comment on specific customer conversations, emphasizing their focus on innovation. An Intel spokesperson stated, “We strongly disagree with this characterisation but are not going to comment about any current or potential customer conversations.
Why backward compatibility is important for Sony’s PlayStation?
Answer. Backward compatibility is crucial for Sony, allowing gamers to play older PlayStation titles on newer consoles, which influenced their decision to partner with AMD again.
Plans for unlimited Hindi Linear TV and Amazon Prime Lite start at INR 521.
As part of its ‘Ultimate and Amazon Prime Lite’ plan, Airtel Digital TV will offer access to 350+ live TV channels along with Amazon Prime Lite benefits to subscribers.
Airtel Digital TV has joined hands with Amazon Prime to offer live TV and Prime Lite benefits as part of its new Ultimate and Amazon Prime Lite plan.
Subscribersof the plan can enjoy unparalleled entertainment from Prime Video on 2 devices in HD quality, in addition to enjoying linear TV channels.
Airtel Digital TV partners with Amazon Prime for new Ultimate & Prime Lite plan benefits.
Prime Lite subscription also includes other Prime benefits like free unlimited same-day delivery on over 10 Lakh products and next-day delivery on 40 Lakh+ products on Amazon, early access to sale events & Lightning Deals and 5% cashback on purchases on Amazon.in with Amazon Pay ICICI Bank Credit Card.
Siddharth Sharma, CEO- Airtel Digital TV, Bharti Airtel, said, “The growing demand for mobile entertainment has prompted us to expand our TV offerings, providing customers with anytime, anywhere access. Our partnership with Amazon Prime enhances our content lineup, complementing our diverse range of home entertainment services. We are excited to offer customers an unparalleled experience, with prices starting as low as INR 521 for the Hindi content. We are confident our users will maximise the value of this compelling deal.”
“At Prime Video, we are constantly looking at ways to strengthen our distribution and take our much-loved movies and series to an even wider audience,” said Shilangi Mukherji, director & head – SVOD business, Prime Video, India. “The collaboration with Airtel Digital TV makes access to Prime Video’s full selection of content even more seamless, while providing other shopping & shipping benefits of Prime Lite, like unlimited free ‘Same-day/Next-Day’ delivery across millions of products, early access to exclusive deals, and much more. The collaboration aims to make premium entertainment even more accessible to customers in India.”
With this offer, Airtelalso aims to refine home entertainment with unlimited access to 350+ TV channels, along with over-the-top (OTT) content available on Prime Video, to provide a holistic solution to the evolving entertainment needs of consumers.
Subscribers can enjoy a seamless streaming experience with uninterrupted access to the full selection of Prime Video’s movies and series including the highly popular Original series like Mirzapur, Panchayat, The Family Man, Dhootha, Inspector Rishi, blockbuster movies Tiger 3, Kantara, Maja Ma, Bawaal, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, and many more, along with international series and movies like Fallout, Citadel, The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power, The Boys, to name a few.
Faqs
Which company has launched similar plans like Airtel Amazon Prime Lite plan?
Tata DTH launched similar bundled plans recently that also includes OTT subscription.
How do these plans by Airtel refine home entertainment?
With this offer, Airtel also aims to refine home entertainment with unlimited access to 350+ TV channels, along with over-the-top (OTT) content available on Prime Video, to provide a holistic solution to the evolving entertainment needs of consumers.
What does Prime Lite subscription include?
Prime Lite subscription also includes other Prime benefits like free unlimited same-day delivery on over 10 Lakh products and next-day delivery on 40 Lakh+ products on Amazon, early access to sale events & Lightning Deals and 5% cashback on purchases on Amazon.in with Amazon Pay ICICI Bank Credit Card.
What can users enjoy from the partnership of Airtel Digital TV with Amazon Prime?
Airtel Digital TV has partnered with Amazon Prime to offer live TV and Prime Lite benefits as part of its new Ultimate and Amazon Prime Lite plan. Subscribers of the plan can enjoy Prime Video content on 2 devices in HD quality, in addition to enjoying linear TV channels, said the company.
• Samsung Galaxy F05 has launched in India as the latest addition to the Galaxy F Series.
• The device comes in a refreshing Twilight Blue colour.
• Galaxy F05 will be available on Flipkart, Samsung.com, and at select retail stores.
Samsungtoday announced the launch of Galaxy F05. The latest addition to the popular Galaxy F series offers stylish leather pattern design along with a stunning 50MP Dual camera setup to meet the needs of tech-savvy millennials and aspirational Gen Z consumers.
“Galaxy F05 has been designed for consumers looking for a stylish smartphone with leather pattern finish and a stunning 50 MP Dual camera. Driven by meaningful innovation, this device boasts a massive 5000 mAh battery with 25W fast charging, an impressive 6.7” inch HD+ display, MediaTek Helio G85 processor and much more. With the device in hand, consumers are set to explore the power of Samsung’s innovation with several leading features at an affordable price, taking us one step closer to the pinnacle of customer satisfaction,” said Rahul Pahwa, Director, MX Business, Samsung India.
Samsung Galaxy F05 Features & Specs
Samsung Galaxy F05 Features & Specs
Camera and Design
Camera and Design
Galaxy F05 sports a stylish leather pattern design which exudes premium aesthetics.
Galaxy F05 elevates the photography experience with its 50MP Dual camera capturing vibrant, detailed photos, even in low-light conditions with aperture F/1.8, while the 2MP depth-sensing camera delivers pictures with enhanced clarity.
Galaxy F05 has an 8MP front camera that helps capture high-quality selfies.
Fast Performance
Fast Performance
Galaxy F05 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 processorfor improved performance, faster multitasking, and seamless app navigation.
Galaxy F05 also comes with up to 8GB RAM with RAM Plus feature. The unique RAM Plus solution allows users to add virtual RAM as per their requirements.
Consumers need not worry about storage space as Galaxy F05 also comes with expandable storage of up to 1TB.
Vibrant Display
Galaxy F05 sports a massive 6.7” HD+ display for an immersive viewing experience.
The large screen helpstech-savvy Gen Z users to smoothly glide through their social media feeds.
Binge-watchers can enjoy their favourite content on the go without any stutter.
Long-lasting Battery
Long-lasting Battery
Galaxy F05 packs in a 5000mAh battery that enables long sessions of browsing, gaming, and binge-watching.
Galaxy F05 allows users to stay connected, entertained, and productive without interruption.
Galaxy F05 supports 25W fast charging giving more power in less time.
Regular OS Updates
Galaxy F05 comes with Android 14 out of the box and comes with two generations of OS upgrades and four years of security updates, making it a future-ready smartphone.
For seamless unlocking and privacy, it also supports Face Unlock.
Samsung Galaxy F05 Memory Variant, Price, and Availability
Galaxy F05 will be available in 4GB+64GB storage variant, expandable up to 1TB storage.
The device comes in a refreshing Twilight Blue colour.
Galaxy F05 will go on sale on September 20 with exciting launch offers.
Galaxy F05 will be available on Flipkart, Samsung.com, and at select retail stores.
Product
Variants
Price
Galaxy F05
4GB+64GB
INR 7999
FAQs
How is the battery & charging capabilities of Samsung Galaxy F05?
Galaxy F05 packs in 5000mAh battery that enables long sessions of browsing, gaming, and binge-watching.
Galaxy F05 allows users to stay connected, entertained, and productive without interruption.
Galaxy F05 supports 25W fast charging giving more power in less time.
What are the different storage variants available in Samsung Galaxy F05?
Galaxy F05 will be available in 4GB+64GB storage variant, expandable up to 1TB storage.
Which color is Samsung Galaxy F05 in?
The device comes in a refreshing Twilight Blue colour.
Where will Samsung Galaxy F05 be available for purchase?
Galaxy F05 will go on sale on September 20 with exciting launch offers.
Galaxy F05 will be available on Flipkart, Samsung.com, and at select retail stores.
What are the camera specs of Samsung Galaxy F05?
Galaxy F05 elevates the photography experience with its 50MP Dual camera capturing vibrant, detailed photos, even in low-light conditions with aperture F/1.8, while the 2MP depth-sensing camera delivers pictures with enhanced clarity.
Galaxy F05 has an 8MP front camera that helps capture high-quality selfies.
