Lava Z2s with 6.5-inch HD+ display, Android 11 go edition, 5000mAh battery launched for Rs. 7099

Lava has launched the Z2s, the company’s latest smartphone in the Z series in India, after the launch of Z2 Max back in May. The Z2s packs a 6.5-inch HD+ screen, is powered by MediaTek Helio octa-core SoC, has 2GB of RAM, runs Android 11 go edition, features a 8MP rear camera with LED flash and a 5MP front camera. The phone has a 5000mAh battery. Continue reading “Lava Z2s with 6.5-inch HD+ display, Android 11 go edition, 5000mAh battery launched for Rs. 7099”

Google’s ‘Backup by Google One’ begins replacing the Android backup service

Google is further integrating their Google One service into Android with a new update rolling out today, that will replace the existing Android backup service with a new “Backup by Google One” feature.

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Gionee STYLFIT GSW6 and STYLEFIT GSW8 with Bluetooth calling support launched starting at Rs. 2999

Gionee introduced STYLFIT GSW6, STYLFIT GSW7 and STYLFIT GSW8 range under the G buddy portfolio last month. STYLFIT GSW6 went on sale last month itself, and the company said that the STYLFIT GSW7 and STYLFIT GSW8 with dedicated Bluetooth for calling and music listening will be available soon. Today it has started selling the smartwatches on Amazon. Continue reading “Gionee STYLFIT GSW6 and STYLEFIT GSW8 with Bluetooth calling support launched starting at Rs. 2999”

Twitter is testing downvoting button for replies to understand which replies to show

When it comes to reacting to content found on social media, platforms often only offer a ‘Like’ button, and rarely provide the option to dislike something. Now, for some iOS users, Twitter is testing a downvoting button for reply tweets, with the goal of understanding what kind of replies to show users.

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Redmi Buds 3 Pro with Bluetooth 5.2, up to 35db active noise cancellation, low latency gaming mode rolling out globally

Xiaomi under its Redmi brand introduced its Redmi AirDots 3 Pro in China back in May. Now it has started rolling out the earbuds globally as Redmi Buds 3 Pro. It has the Bluetooth 5.2, dual-device connectivity and can achieve a low latency of as low as 69ms. It also has active noise cancellation with up to 35dB active noise reduction, thanks to feed-forward and feed-back microphones it can effectively cancel ambient noise and reduce excess noise in the ear canal. Continue reading “Redmi Buds 3 Pro with Bluetooth 5.2, up to 35db active noise cancellation, low latency gaming mode rolling out globally”

Google Chrome update brings Per-site permissions, new Chrome actions and more

Google has rolled out a new update to their Chrome web browser, bringing three new features to their Desktop and Android platforms. These include per-site permissions, three new Chrome actions, and improved Site isolation and phishing detection.

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OxygenOS 11.2.8.8 for OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro brings July security patch, Bitmoji AOD

After releasing the OxygenOS 11.0.4.4 update for the Nord CE 5G, OnePlus has now released a new update for the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro. It includes bug fixes, new additions to the always-on display, and more. Continue reading “OxygenOS 11.2.8.8 for OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro brings July security patch, Bitmoji AOD”

OPPO Reno6 Z with 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, Dimensity 800U, 8GB RAM, 64MP triple rear cameras announced

OPPO has introduced Reno6 Z, the company’s latest smartphone in the Reno6 series in Thailand. It has a 6.4-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen with a 32MP punch-hole camera and 90.8% screen-to-body ratio, is powered by Dimensity 800U with support for 5G SA/NSA, 8GB of RAM with up to 5GB virtual RAM and runs Android 11 with ColorOS 11.1. It has a 64-megapixel rear camera along with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide and a 2-megapixel depth and macro cameras. There are AI portrait and Bokeh Flare Portrait video features. Continue reading “OPPO Reno6 Z with 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, Dimensity 800U, 8GB RAM, 64MP triple rear cameras announced”

Flipkart app gets Flipkart Camera augmented reality feature

For e-commerce and online retail shopping, augmented reality experiences can be a powerful tool for consumers to view the product in their environment. E-commerce giant Flipkart has now released their own AR experience called Flipkart Camera, which will help customers virtually experience the product before purchasing it.

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Defy Impulse and Impulse X wired, Defy Crest Wireless Neckband and Defy Gravity TWS Earbuds launched in India starting at Rs. 349

‘Defy’, a homegrown audio brand created by famous Indian artist, Guru Randhawa has launched new Defy Gravity TWS Earbuds, Defy Crest Wireless Neckband and Defy Impulse Wired Earphones exclusively on Flipkart. Continue reading “Defy Impulse and Impulse X wired, Defy Crest Wireless Neckband and Defy Gravity TWS Earbuds launched in India starting at Rs. 349”

Airtel and Intel partner for 5G services in India

After partnering with Qualcomm, Airtel today announced a collaboration with Intel to use its vRAN / O-RAN technologies for 5G services in India. Airtel said that will deploy Intel’s latest 3rd gen Xeon Scalable processors, FPGAs and eASICs, and Ethernet 800 series across its network to build a solid foundation for rolling out wide-scale 5G, mobile edge computing and network slicing. Continue reading “Airtel and Intel partner for 5G services in India”

Qualcomm will introduce new Snapdragon Wear chips soon; announces Wearables Ecosystem Accelerator Program

The wearables market continues to grow at a significant pace, and at the forefront of this growth are devices that are powered by Qualcomm. The chip manufacturer has renewed their commitment towards developing the wearables platform over the coming years, tightening their industry partnerships with a new program called Wearables Ecosystem Accelerator Program.

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realme GT Master Edition Explorer with 6.55-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 870, up to 12GB of RAM, 50MP triple rear cameras announced

realme just announced its realme GT Master Edition and the Master Exploration Edition in the GT series in China. The Master Explorer Edition has a 6.55-inch Full HD+ 120Hz Samsung Super 56° curved OLED AMOLED screen with 480Hz touch sampling rate, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 10240-level brightness adjustment, 1100 nits peak brightness, 32-megapixel camera inside the punch-hole and 92.1% screen-to-body ratio, thanks to 3.15mm ultra-narrow chin. It features an in-screen fingerprint sensor. Continue reading “realme GT Master Edition Explorer with 6.55-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 870, up to 12GB of RAM, 50MP triple rear cameras announced”

YouTube acquires simsim to bolster Indian retail shopping capabilities

Shopping online is becoming increasingly popular, and there is a rising need to shop for products that a user may come across in a video or on social media. To bridge this gap, YouTube has announced their acquisition of simsim, who specializes in connecting local businesses, influencers and customers.

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