Telegram v7.7 update brings Payments 2.0, Scheduled Voice Chats and more

Telegram has released a new update to their messaging app, bringing the version number to v7.7. With it, Telegram is introducing their Payments 2.0 feature, adding the ability to schedule voice chats and set reminders, new web versions and more.

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OPPO A53s 5G with 6.5-inch display, Dimensity 700, up to 8GB RAM, 5000mAh battery launched in India starting at Rs. 14990

OPPO just launched the A53s 5G, the company’s latest budget 5G smartphone in India, as it had promised. It has a 6.5-inch HD+ screen with 88.7% screen-to-body ratio, is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC with up to 8GB of RAM and runs ColorOS 11.1 based on Android 11. It has RAM-expansion feature that re-optimises the unused RAM to improve the performance of this smartphone. Continue reading “OPPO A53s 5G with 6.5-inch display, Dimensity 700, up to 8GB RAM, 5000mAh battery launched in India starting at Rs. 14990”

Apple releases macOS Big Sur 11.3 with support for AirTag, iPhone and iPad app improvements for M1 Macs and more

Apple has released macOS Big Sur 11.3, the next update that adds a lot of features includes support for AirTag, includes iPhone and iPad app improvements for Macs with M1, introduces separate skin tone variations for emoji with couples, and adds more diverse voice options for Siri. Continue reading “Apple releases macOS Big Sur 11.3 with support for AirTag, iPhone and iPad app improvements for M1 Macs and more”

Nokia 5G smartphone with Snapdragon 775 and 108MP Penta rear cameras said to launch in Q3 2021, could be X50

We have been hearing a lot of rumors regarding the launch of the Nokia 5G smartphones for weeks now. Post the launch of the Nokia X10 and X20, the company is planning to launch yet another smartphone, which is expected to be the Nokia 8.3 5G’s successor. Continue reading “Nokia 5G smartphone with Snapdragon 775 and 108MP Penta rear cameras said to launch in Q3 2021, could be X50”

vivo V21 5G with 44MP front camera with OIS launching in India on April 29

vivo is all set to launch its next smartphone — V21 5G in the India on April 29th through a virtual event at 12PM IST.  The phone will be sold exclusively through Flipkart. Continue reading “vivo V21 5G with 44MP front camera with OIS launching in India on April 29”

Moto G20 with 6.5-inch Max Vision 90Hz display, 48MP quad rear cameras, 5000mAh battery announced

Motorola has officially announced Moto G20 smartphone in Europe after it introduced the G10 and G30 phones a couple of months back. It packs a 6.5-inch HD+ 90Hz refresh rate screen, is powered  UNISOC T700 SoC with 4GB of RAM, and packs 48MP rear camera along with an 8MP ultra-wide, 2MP depth and a 2MP macro cameras, and there is a 13MP front camera. Continue reading “Moto G20 with 6.5-inch Max Vision 90Hz display, 48MP quad rear cameras, 5000mAh battery announced”

Mivi Collar Classic wireless neckband earphones launched for Rs. 999

Mivi, an audio company based in India, has announced the launch of the Collar Classic, a Bluetooth Wireless neckband style earphones in India. This ‘Made in India’ earphones comes in 6 different colours, features support for fast charging and a total 24 hour battery life.

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Google announces Rs. 135 crore in new funding to help with the Indian COVID-19 crisis

In an effort to help India, as the country is experiencing its second wave of the COVID-19 outbreak, Google has announced that they will be donating Rs. 135 crore in funding towards organizations that are providing help. The company has also announced Rs. 112 Crore in Ad grants to help local health authorities and nonprofits circulate information about the vaccines.

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iQOO 7 Legend 5G with 6.62-inch FHD+ AMOLED 120Hz display, Snapdragon 888, up to 12GB RAM launched in India starting at Rs. 39990

iQOO just launched the iQOO 7 Legend, the company’s latest flagship 5G smartphone in India, as it had promised. It packs a 6.62-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, up to 1300 nits brightness and 4096 levels of brightness adjustment, and 91.4% screen to body ratio. It has a punch-hole screen houses a 16MP camera, is powered by Snapdragon 888 with up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM, VC cooling that has Vapor Chamber that dissipates heat from an area of up to 4096 mm² and the heat dynamic pump reduces the surface temperature by up to 4° and CPU temperature by up to 14° C. Continue reading “iQOO 7 Legend 5G with 6.62-inch FHD+ AMOLED 120Hz display, Snapdragon 888, up to 12GB RAM launched in India starting at Rs. 39990”

iQOO 7 5G with 6.62-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 870, up to 12GB RAM launched in India starting at Rs. 31990

iQOO just launched the the iQOO 7 5G, the company’s latest mid-range 5G smartphone in India as it had promised. It packs a 6.62-inch Full HD+ 120Hz refresh rate AMOLED screen with 300Hz touch sampling rate, 1000Hz instant touch sampling rate, 5.8ms touch response, peak brightness 1,300 nits, support for HDR10+, built-in intelligent display chip for MEMC, DC dimming and 91.45% screen-to-body ratio. It is powered by Snapdragon 870 with support for 5G SA / NSA, liquid cooling system and 6000mm² graphite board that reduces the temperature by up to 11%. Continue reading “iQOO 7 5G with 6.62-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 870, up to 12GB RAM launched in India starting at Rs. 31990”

WhatsApp testing 24 hour option for Disappearing Messages feature

Last year in November, WhatsApp introduced a new feature in their chats called Disappearing Messages, where messages in group chats and individual chats would automatically be deleted after 7 days. WhatsApp is now reportedly working on expanding the feature to include a 24 hour option as well.

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ASUS Zenfone 8 Series to be announced on May 12; teases a compact flagship

ASUS has confirmed that it will introduce its Zenfone 8 series smartphones in an online event on May 12th. This will likely include Zenfone 8 and 8 Pro smartphones along with a Zenfone 8 mini since the company has “Big on Perfomrnace. Compact in Size.” tag line. Continue reading “ASUS Zenfone 8 Series to be announced on May 12; teases a compact flagship”

Twitter testing “Super Follow” button as a premium feature

Lately, Twitter has been testing a variety of features internally that are designed to enable alternate revenue streams for the company. One of the many ways that the social media giant is trying is through a feature called “Super Follow”, with which users can get extra benefits from accounts they follow.

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Microsoft expands list of Xbox Series S and Series X games that support FPS Boost at up to 120Hz

When Microsoft announced the Xbox Series X and Series S console, one of the features that they highlighted was support for gaming at up to 120Hz. However, at launch, the list of games that actually supported up to 120Hz was very few. Now, through the FPS Boost feature, Microsoft has added support for 120Hz gaming on 13 Electronic Arts titles, which will be available to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members via EA Play.

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Instagram begins testing ads in Reels for users in India and other countries

It was only a matter of time before Instagram began showing advertisements in their Reels feature. The company has begun testing ads in the feature in select countries such as India, Brazil, Germany, and Australia, showing them in between regular content posted by users.

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