Vedanta-Foxconn, Other Chip Firms Expected to Re-Apply for Government Funding Under Revised Scheme

Some applicants including Vedanta Foxconn JV are expected to re-apply for government incentives under the modified semiconductor scheme opening from June 1, according to sources.

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Delhi Metro Airport Line users can book tickets on WhatsApp: Heres how

Recently Delhi Metro introduced the QR based metro tickets. There’s a new update to Delhi Metro’s digital upgrade, where travellers to and from Delhi Airport Metro line can now use WhatsApp based ticketing service.

This addition will allow commuters to receive their tickets with a QR code for scanning at the gate directly in their WhatsApp. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation stated, “Further enhancing the travel experience for its commuters in an easy-to-navigate digital mode, Delhi Metro today introduced a WhatsApp-based ticketing service for travel on its Airport Express Line.”

It is a WhatsApp chatbot that allows commuters of the Delhi Metro Airport Line to get their tickets on WhatsApp. This would be really useful and time saving for daily commuters as they don't have to wait in the line and get their ticket, which also means no long queues. 

Also, this being the Airport Line this will be helpful for people for going to and fro to the airport. Also, people can easily get the ticket on their phone using the chatbot which is available in both Hindi and English languages.

How to book a Delhi Metro Airport Line ticket on WhatsApp?

For using the chatbot, you have to save the official WhatsApp number of DMRC, which is 9650855800. If you are travelling with a group of friends then you can book up to six tickets from one phone. 

The tickets booked are applicable till the end of the day or the last metro of that very day. After the last metro leaves you can't book tickets anymore. The service remains unavailable until the working hours of the next day begins. 

Also Read: You can now use WhatsApp to book Metro tickets in Bengaluru

As for the payment, DMRC will charge a certain convenience fee when you use your credit or debit card but nothing when it comes to UPI transactions. 

These little initiatives are helping us grow the digital India and also contributing to the environment by not using paper and reducing the cutting of trees.

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Pixel Watch 2 to Switch to Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Platform, Offer Better Battery Life: Report

There’s not been much news about the next Pixel Watch even though it is expected to show up alongside the upcoming Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones later this year. The Pixel Watch, which launched last year, was Google’s first attempt at designing its own smartwatch and a new leak now gives us an idea about what we can expect in its second iteration.

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Government Set to Deny Funding for Vedanta-Foxconn Chip Venture: Report

The Indian government is poised to deny crucial funding for Anil Agarwal's chip venture, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, a setback to the billionaire's ambition to build India's 'own Silicon Valley.' The authorities are likely to inform the venture between Vedanta and Taiwan's Foxconn that it won't get incentives to make 28-nanometer chips, the report said, citing...

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Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart PC Release Date Set for July 26, New PC-Exclusive Features Revealed

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is coming to PC on July 26. Insomniac Games and Nixxes Software have revealed the new PC-exclusive features coming to the port, which include support for ultrawide screens, keyboard and mouse button customisation, ray-traced reflections, and more. The once PS5-exclusive also offers support for the DualSense controller’s haptic feedback. P...

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What is RBIs LPSS, backup for UPI, NEFT that will work even in war or disaster

With everything going digital, and us relying on our phone UPI apps to scan and make a payment, what happens when the system fails, especially during war-time or natural disaster? To solve this problem RBI has thought of a portable lightweight payment system to help process critical transactions. This system is called Lightweight Payment and Settlement System (LPSS). 

The RBI’s newly devised LPSS is an innovative measure designed as a failsafe to maintain financial stability of the country during extreme circumstances.

Also Read: RBI Allows Linking Credit Cards to UPI, Starts With RuPay

This payment system will allow zero downtime of any payment and settlement system in India and will make sure all transactions are uninterrupted be it a bulk payment or a very minute one. 

The RBI’s 2022-2023 report mentioned, "Having such a resilient system is also likely to act as a bunker equivalent in payment systems and thereby enhance public confidence in digital payments and financial market infrastructure even during extreme conditions.”

The RBI report further stated that LPSS will work even on the most minimalistic hardware and software requirements, designed to be activated solely when circumstances demand. The LPSS system is programmed to handle transactions crucial for India's economic stability, including government and market-associated transactions.

This new method looks forward to gaining the people's confidence in regard to digital payments and the infrastructure of the finance whatever the condition be. 

As part of its broader strategy, the RBI is also developing a durable framework for the structured oversight of centralised payment systems, termed Utkarsh 2.0, and upgrading capabilities of payment systems like NEFT and RTGS and bringing them in line with global PFMI standards. 

Also Read: Paytm brings UPI Lite for iOS with cool features: Find out what’s new

In essence, the RBI's LPSS signifies an important step towards making India’s financial systems resilient, accessible, and effective. It underlines the country's commitment to prepare for unforeseen challenges and ensure uninterrupted economic operations under all circumstances.

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Apple WWDC AR teaser hints at the Reality Pro announcement: Heres how to try it

Apple has released an AR teaser for WWDC 2023. The teaser shows an AR version of the Apple Logo with “June 5, 2023” text. This is when the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference is set to take place. The event time is 10:30 PM IST. You can stream it on apple.com, possibly Apple’s YouTube channel, and on the Apple TV app. These details are mentioned on the Apple Events page wherein the AR teaser is present. Let’s go through the steps to try it out.

How to experience the WWDC AR teaser

1. Visit the Apple events page on your iPhone or iPad. You will see a colourful Apple logo. 

2. Tap the logo or click on the hyperlinked text: View the AR experience.

Either way, the camera viewfinder opens up with the Apple logo in AR view. You will be instructed to “Move iPhone to start”. With the iPhone’s movement, the logo takes shape and if done right, you will see the WWDC date within the Apple logo’s silhouette.  

The outline doesn’t stay intact and will be in constant motion so you won’t get a proper snapshot of the full logo with the text in place.

Now, there is also an Object view of the logo wherein you don’t have to do anything. The fluid Apple logo and the date text appear automatically on a grey background. Since this is also dynamic by design, it won’t stay intact for long.

The liquidy teaser solidifies the expectation of Apple’s AR/VR/MR headset at WWDC.

Also Read: WWDC 23 announced: 4 things to expect from Apple World Wide Developer Conference

Apple Reality Pro: What we know so far

Apple Reality Pro headset is said to consist of two micro-OLED displays stretching 1.41 inches diagonally. Each of these could also sport 5000 nits of peak brightness, 4K resolution, 120° FoV, and 4,000 PPI pixel density. It could also support HDR visuals.

Besides the inner displays, there will be a regular OLED cover screen sourced from LG. They will be translucent for others to see the wearer’s facial expressions. It will supposedly have a fairly lower refresh rate to ensure lesser power consumption.

The displays are supposedly procured from Sony and could cost about $1500 while the entire unit could be priced at around $3,000. 

The Reality Pro is expected to be compatible with prescription lenses. The rumours are that it could also feature about 2 hours of battery life, with external battery support, 96W charging tech, a proprietary charging cable, USB-C socket, around 15 cameras (for projecting see-through AR representation of the world, environmental awareness, and novel biometric solution), iris scanning for secure sign in and payment authorization, 

On the software and connectivity front, we are expecting what’s being rumoured as xrOS. It is believed to be akin to iOS in some respects for familiarity reasons and could bring certain iOS apps onboard. Besides, you could be getting lifelike avatars, hand/air gestures for interaction/inputs, Fitness+ workout modes (with trainers, we suppose), etc,

Powering all of these are apparently two Mac-level M2 chips.

Also Read:  Not one or two, but three new Macs may launch at WWDC 2023

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US Scraps Excise Tax Proposal on Bitcoin Mining After Biden Refuses to Slash Crypto Taxes

Earlier this month, the US’ Council of Economic Advisors (CEA) floated a proposal to have Bitcoin miners pay a tax equal to 30 percent of the total energy cost that they consumed in the crypto mining process. The proposal has been scrapped by the US. The decision to pull the plug on this proposal could be part of a bunch of tax-related rebates introduced by the US a...

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Binance Australia Customers Seen Selling Bitcoin at Discount to Rival Crypto Exchanges

Bitcoin prices on the Australian arm of Binance, the world's largest crypto-currency exchange, were almost AUD 9,000 (roughly Rs. 4.8 lakh) lower than prices on rival exchanges on Tuesday, in a sign customers were seeking to exit their positions quickly.

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A Third of Milky Way’s Planets Orbiting Most Common Stars Could Hold Water, Harbour Life: Study

One-third of the planets orbiting the most common stars across the Milky Way galaxy may hold onto liquid water and possibly harbour life, according to a study based on latest telescope data.

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Google Was Working on a Second Foldable Alongside Pixel Fold, But it Wasn’t “Good Enough”: Report

Google, as it turns out, was working on two foldable phones, but ended up announcing only one of them at its recent Google I/O 2023 developer event. Details about this second foldable surfaced in a recent Made by Google podcast. Google announced its premium Pixel Fold foldable alongside Pixel Tablet and the new and improved Pixel 7a, which is an affordable smartphone.

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New Android contact sync policy could affect you, but theres a simple fix

Google has changed the Android contact sync policy which could prove critical for you, especially if you aren’t aware of it. It changes the way Android used to handle your backed-up contacts on the cloud. Your Android contacts will disappear from your phone if you don’t pay heed. 

Here’s what has changed:

New Android contacts sync policy

Earlier when you sign in to your Android device with your Google account, the contacts backed up to that account get automatically synced to the new device. All your entries in the Google Contacts appear in the contacts list on the new phone. Also even if you don’t have contacts sync enabled, the contacts would still appear on the device. 

That has changed. 

As per the recent May 2023 Google Play System changelog, "Turning off Google Contacts sync will now remove the previously synced contacts from your Android phone." 

This will be in effect on all Android phones with the Google Play Services v23.20 update.

Now, by removal, Google means the contacts will vanish from the device, not from the cloud. So, as long as you have them in contacts.google.com, you need not worry as you can turn on Google Contacts sync on the device and the list gets populated quickly. Easy peasy! 

However, technically adept regular folks, say your parents or elderly member in your family may not know how to turn on Google Contacts Sync if they ever accidentally toggle it off. When they see the contacts list has gone empty, they may panic. 

So, here’s what you got to do to save your online backed-up contacts:

1. Go to Settings on your Android phone. 

2. Then within Passwords & Accounts (Or simply Accounts in some devices), click on your Google account and then Account Sync.

3. You will see a list of things being synced or that can be synced to your Google account. Ensure the Contacts option is enabled or that the toggle next to it is turned on. 

This will bring back your contacts on the device. That’s all.

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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Has Sold Over 50 Million Copies Worldwide, CD Projekt Red Confirms

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has sold over 50 million copies worldwide, publisher CD Projekt Red confirmed. The figure places the game amongst the top best-selling games in history, just short of Red Dead Redemption 2. The Witcher trilogy as a whole — The Witcher, The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings, and The Witcher 3 — is now one of the most successful series of all t...

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New Low-Cost Smartphone Attachment, Custom App to Monitor Blood Pressure at User’s Fingertip

Scientists have developed a simple, low-cost clip that uses a smartphone's camera and flash to monitor blood pressure at the user's fingertip. The clip developed by researchers at the University of California (UC) San Diego, US, works with a custom smartphone app and currently costs about 80 cents (Rs. 5.6) to make.

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iPhone 16 Pro Models to Get Bigger Displays This Year to Compete With Samsung: Mark Gurman

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BGMI 25 update is live but you may still have to wait before you can play it

Battlegrounds Mobile India servers are live starting today and so you could finally get to play BGMI update 2.5 on iOS and Android. This version brings a new Nusa map, in-game events and a lot more. However, not all of us will be able to play it right away. Here’s the reason:

BGMI is back but with some conditions

In its announcement, Krafton says the rollout is taking place in a staggered manner and so players will be able to login in phases. In 48 hours, all players in India should be able to play it. 

But, again, there are certain restrictions that will limit the experience for some players. For example, players under the age of 18 years will be allowed to play for 3 hours while the rest will get to play for 6 hours.

And here’s what new you can experience in this BGMI update.

BGMI 2.5 update: What’s new

1.  New map called Nusa which is 1x1 in size and should take about 8 minutes to complete. It is situated in a tropical zone with a resort, zorb balls, a swimming pool, combustible buildings, and destructible jars. 

2. You can quickly move around thanks to new travel modes like zip lines, elevators, and quad bikes. The latter is a two-seater off-road ATV suited for uneven terrain.

3. A cool new addition to the gameplay is Super Recall whereby players who die get to jump back in the game within a certain time period. This feature is available in duo and squad modes. If you are playing solo, you can be respawned automatically without somebody else ‘recalling’ you. When they are recalled, they will be wielding a random weapon.  

4. BGMI 2.5 brings new weapons like a tactical crossbow, fire arrows, and shotguns.

Also Read: BGMI 2.5 Brings An Action-Packed Map With New Weapons, Fun Rides, And Exclusive Suits

5. You can also enjoy in-game events like Underworld Unleashed, a 7-day login event,

Race To The Top In Battlegrounds, a 15-day progressive event, Hot Drop Into The Battlegrounds, a 10-day progressive event, and Gameplay Glory, a 15-day progressive event.

Even classic maps like Livik and Miramar. In cycle 4 of season 11, new rewards like sunglasses, masks, parachutes, and premium suits like Stygian Leige X-Suit.

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Crypto Market Watch: Bitcoin Trades Above $27,800 With Profits; Ether, Most Altcoins Show Recovery

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Tecno Camon 20, Camon 20 Pro 5G, Camon 20 Premier 5G With MediaTek Chipsets, AMOLED Displays Launched in India

Tecno Camon 20, Camon 20 Pro 5G, and Camon 20 Premier 5G were launched by the company in India on May 27. The company's latest smartphones are equipped with MediaTek chipsets and RGBW camera sensors. All three smartphones pack 5,000mAh batteries with support for up to 45W wired charging.

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China to Send First Civilian Into Space on Tuesday as Part of Crewed Mission to Its Space Station

China will send its first civilian astronaut into space as part of a crewed mission to the Tiangong space station on Tuesday, its Manned Space Agency announced, as Beijing pushes ahead with its extra-terrestrial ambitions.

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Digit Back to School Guide - List of best deals and discounts for students

Student discounts are one of the best perks you can get if your college issues an official email ID along with an ID card. Everything from hardware to software can be obtained at a discount if you are a student. Heck, even Spotify offers a student discount in India. While the opinions on this matter are still divided, with some suggesting that these discounts are nothing but a way for brands to secure future customers. 

But hey, if you are getting some sweet deals on your next laptop or a discounted subscription to arguably one of the best music streaming services, who cares? After you are done using the service or have bought the thing that you wanted, you will have a fair idea of what the brand has to offer. So you will know what they bring to the table, and if it is related to tech and you are not able to figure it out, then you know whom to reach out to. Now, without wasting your time or mine, let’s dive into the world of student discounts and have a look at all the deals and offers that you can grab using just your ID card and email.

Spotify

If you are a student with a valid ID card/email ID granted by your institution, then you can easily get your hands on a subsidised subscription to Spotify. Spotify’s student plan in India costs ₹59/month. These charges are deducted from your account after you finish your first month of premium subscription, which is free. At max, you can get Spotify Premium for four years, after which you will no longer be eligible to get the service at a discounted rate, and you will either need to opt out of Premium or continue with a regular plan.

UNiDAYS

One of the most popular services used by brands across the world for student status verification is UNiDAYS. Thanks to the wide variety of clients that they have under their belt, UNiDAYS also becomes a good starting point for students to step into the world of student discounts. By verifying that you are a student, UNiDAYS opens the gates to discounts from brands like Apple, Samsung, Gaana, Saavn, and even fashion and apparel brands like H&M and Birkenstock. The signup process is super easy, and all you need is an active student ID administered by your institution. If you don’t have that, then you can also upload images of your ID card that has been issued by the institute that you are studying at, and you are set. 

A single UNiDAYS verification will open you to getting the following discounts (only tech hardware discounts listed here, for more, visit UNiDAYS) -

Microsoft

One of the biggest tech brands in the world, Microsoft, also has a lot of discounts on offer for students. A limited selection of Surface products is available at a discounted price, not only for students but also parents and educators. And, if you are lucky and your college offers you email powered by Outlook, then you can also get access to various Microsoft Office 365 as well. All you will need to do is sign in using your Microsoft account when using those services, and you should be able to use them without needing to pay anything to Mr Gates or his organisation.

Airlines

Airlines are one of the places where you can save the most money using your student ID. Most airlines these days, be they domestic or international carriers, offer tons of benefits to students, be it in terms of fare discounts or baggage allowance. Domestic carriers generally offer a 10 per cent discount on the fare and an additional allowance of 10 KG baggage, totalling the total allowance to 25 KG. For international carriers, it completely depends on the sector that you are flying and what policy the airline has in general. For example, in college, I was flying with Lufthansa and got an additional baggage allowance which included one whole extra bag, and along with that, there was a discount on the fare as well. However, keep in mind that you will need to produce a valid student ID card whenever you are checking in, despite the airline being domestic or international.

GitHub

GitHub also has a lot of benefits for students on offer. To get access to it, you will need a valid ID card along with a working student email ID. With the GitHub Student Developer Pack, you get access to a host of tools that will definitely help you get a headstart on your coding journey. The offerings include courses from Scrimba and access to assets from repositories like IconScout. There are many other things on offer, and they can be checked on the GitHub Student Developer Pack page here. 

Adobe Creative Suite

One of the essentials in any creative workflow these days is the Adobe Creative Suite. For students, Adobe offers a subscription at ₹1,596.54/mo, which is 60 per cent off their regular Creative Cloud plan. You get access to Adobe’s entire creative suite, which includes apps all the way from Premiere Pro to Adobe Aero. There are also Substance 3D apps, which include Stager, Painter, Sampler, Designer, and Modeller.

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Tecno Camon 20 launched below 15,000, with stiff competition from iQOO Z6 Lite

Tecno Camon 20 series has launched in India including Tecno Camon 20, Tecno Camon 20 Pro and Tecno Camon 20 Premier. The vanilla model starts at ₹14,999 and at that price, iQOO Z6 Lite is also present with some serious performance chops. One may find it a better phone in some respect. So, this is in a way a spec-by-spec comparison of Tecno Camon 20 and iQOO Z6 Lite to see what makes more sense for you. 

Tecno Camon 20 vs iQOO Z6 Lite comparison: Which is the better phone

Tecno Camon 20 is better specced than iQOO Z6 Lite in these areas:

Tecno Camon 20 has a larger 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution. Beneath, there is a fingerprint reader also.

It has the latest Android 13 software with HIOS 13 skin on top.

When it comes to the cameras, on both the front and back sides, the sensors are larger in the megapixel count. The front one is 32 megapixels. The rear setup consists of a 64MP main camera and a 2MP depth sensor.

The phone also has an upper hand thanks to the presence of IP53 dust and water resistance, Bluetooth 5.2, and faster 33W charging support.

Meanwhile, iQOO Z6 Lite is a 5G-capable phone and has a better processor than Tecno Camon 20. iQOO Z6 Lite is powered by a 6nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 processor. The performance is spearheaded by Cortex A78 cores clocked at a max frequency of 2.0GHz.

Tecno Camon 20 price and availability in India

With the all-new TECNO CAMON 20 Series, step into a world of love and adventure. Explore the wonders of life, living every moment to the fullest. Embrace the true essence of beauty with every click. Coming Soon! #TECNOGlowAsYouAre #TECNOCamon20 #KeepLovingKeepLiving pic.twitter.com/VsTXKXujCw

— TECNO Mobile India (@TecnoMobileInd) May 22, 2023

Tecno Camon 20 is available in a solo 8GB+256GB memory configuration. It is priced at ₹14,999 in India. You can buy it in Predawn Black, Serenity Blue, and Glacier Glow colours starting May 29 on Amazon.

On the other hand, we have the iQOO Z6 Lite which launched last September. It is currently up for grabs at ₹13,999 via Amazon. This is a 6+128GB memory combination. 

Interestingly, the lower 4+64GB model is retailing for ₹14,445 on Flipkart. 

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WhatsApp gets a useful feature found in Zoom and other communication apps

WhatsApp screen sharing feature has been spotted by WABetaInfo on the app’s latest beta update. WhatsApp is late to bring this feature as it is already found in Zoom and other communication apps. Let’s see how WhatsApp has implemented the screen-sharing option.

WhatsApp screen-sharing: How it works

Screen sharing has been found on WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.23.11.19. I also have this version of WhatsApp beta on my phone. However, I didn’t have the feature yet. It must be getting rolled out in phases.

Gladly, from the screenshots shared by WABetaInfo, we get to see the WhatsApp screen-sharing UI.

We see in the WhatsApp call menu, there's a phone-with-right-arrow icon on the bottom menu. Clicking that button starts the screen sharing. Well, the screen you’re currently on gets shared.

Also Read: 

- WhatsApp will let you set username: Will this improve your privacy?

- WhatsApp edit feature to put an end to awkward mistakes in texting

- WhatsApp sticker maker on Android will make your chats more fun very soon

In this present version, there is a disclaimer intimating to the users that the screen will be shared and that the app will have access to the on-screen elements during this time. This could include sensitive things like passwords, messages, payment details, photos, audio, etc.

You can click the start button to begin recording. 

Note, WhatsApp screen sharing may not work with older versions of the app. Also, there could be some restrictions on the number of people you could get to share your screen with. 

In the case of Zoom screen sharing, only the person sharing the screen should have the ultimate control over what’s being shared and what others can see. It also has a Whiteboard sharing feature wherein all the participants can annotate on the board. There is even an option to share video playback with others. 

It will be interesting to see Meta introduce all these abilities to the WhatsApp screen-sharing facility.

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BGMI 25 brings an action-packed map with new weapons, fun rides, and exclusive suits

Battlegrounds Mobile India has been updated to version 2.5.0 but the servers will be online on May 29 for both iOS and Android users. Once BGMI servers go live, you will be able to play on the Nusa map. Since BGMI is based on PUBG Mobile, we gather how big this map will be, what new it will bring and more. Here’s what to expect from BGMI 2.5 update.

Battlegrounds Mobile India version 2.5.0: What’s new

In the Google Play Store listing, the latest BGMI update brings up the version to 2.5.0. This includes:

1. You get to win 4 new premium outfits by playing new events.

2. Nusa Map

3. New cycle season

4. Stygian Leige

Also Read: 

- BGMI Limits Game Time For Players Under 18 Years But Is It Too Heavy-Handed?

- Indian Gaming Industry And Twitter Cheers Return Of BGMI Game

- Will Green Blood Make BGMI Game Any Less Violent?

- How Battlegrounds Mobile India Got A 3-Month Lease On Life And Should You Be Excited?

BGMI Nusa map explained

Nusa is about 1x 1km in radius. For instance, Erangel is 8×8 km in size. So, it is the smallest map in the BGMI world. 

It is uneven in topography. To travel on this landscape, you get a 2-seater quad bike. 

As BGMI 2.5 changelog notes, there is an overflowing supply of weapons. You get tactical crossbows and NS2000 shotguns as highlights. Gun balance has been apparently improved.

There are elevators in buildings so you don’t have to waste time climbing stairs. 

There are 3 buildings namely Regal Resort (present on the sandy beach in the southern-west corner of the island), Mysterious Cavern (present on the west side of the island), and Cargo Terminal (present on the northern coast of the island).

You get to manage the island, upgrade the buildings, earn Nusa coins, grab collectables, and unlock new appearances.

BGMI Stygian Leige X-Suit and a lot more

Besides the map, there is an all-new Stygian Liege X-Suit. It gets unlocked in a lucky spin. It costs about 60UC. This outfit can be equipped with Mystic Sorceress Set, Sacred Maiden Set, Bloody Tear Hoverboard, Azure Crystal– Kar98K, Shining Eagle Helmet, Starforge Stone and Star fragment.

In this update, you could also get the Super Recall option to bring back the squad mate who always gets finished, zip lines, and exclusive super weapons.

We can't wait to get our hands on the BGMI 2.5 update once it goes live on May 29. We hope the game doesn't deviate a lot from the PUBG Mobile. Let's see.

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Google Removes 'Slavery Simulator' Game From Play Store After Racism Outcry in Brazil

Google has removed a Portuguese-language game that allowed players to trade and torture Black virtual "slaves" while strategising to block the abolition of slavery. The move came after a racism outcry in the country, and the prosecutor's office has opened a "hate speech" probe into the game downloaded by hundreds of people.

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Microsoft Challenges UK Regulator's Decision to Block $69 Billion Takeover of Call of Duty Maker Activision

Microsoft has filed an appeal against the UK's decision to veto its takeover of Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard. Setting out five grounds for the appeal, Microsoft says the UK's CMA made "fundamental errors" when it assessed the firm's cloud gaming services.

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Apple's $50 Million 'Butterfly' Keyboard Class-Action Lawsuit Settlement Approved by US Court

Apple's $50 million "butterfly" keyboard class-action lawsuit settlement was approved by a US judge on Thursday. The court spurned challenges to the deal which was announced a year ago, stating that the settlement was "fair, adequate and reasonable."

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BGMI playable from May 29 but Android players get a head start: Know how

Krafton has announced Battlegrounds Mobile India will be available for playing starting May 29, 2023. Yes, BGMI for iOS will also be playable on the same day. However, Android users get to preload it early on. Well, today itself. Here’s how.

Steps to preload BGMI on Android from May 27

1. Go to Google Play Store on your Android smartphone and search for BGMI. Those who have installed or played the game before will be able to find it on the list.

2. Download BGMI 2.5.0. (about 790MB in size on my phone). Allow permissions whenever asked. Some of you may have found the game automatically downloaded and updated. Krafton says this is part of the process only.

3. Download an in-game update of around 1080MB in size (the higher quality one).

4. Sign in to the game using Google Play Games, Facebook or Twitter.

5. However, here you’ll be informed that BGMI servers aren’t live yet. The good thing is that we know when the servers will be online.

When can you finally play BGMI on iOS and Android? 

As mentioned already, you will be able to play Battlegrounds Mobile India from May 29 on iOS and Android. 

The company revealed the same through a press release. In it, it teases a new BGMI map, in-game events, etc. 

"We are thrilled to announce that BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA is now available for preload. We are consistently striving to deliver a smooth gameplay experience to our users and are excited to welcome everyone back. We once again, thank the authorities and our users for their continued support as we look forward to elevating the gaming experience for our community in India. See you on the battlegrounds," says Krafton India CEO, Mr Sean Hyunil Sohn on this occasion. 

Besides the BGMI availability details, Krafton has also launched a new marketing campaign called 'India ki hearbeat' that showcases the avid players of this game. Are you one of them?

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Official ChatGPT app experience is unique in both big and little ways

The official ChatGPT app for iOS is available in India now. You can download it from the Apple App Store for free. It’s not just a powerful conversational AI chatbot in your pocket. I realized it from the get-go. Here’s how I started using it and how that experience went about.

How to download ChatGPT app on phone

1. Go to the Apple App Store and search for ChatGPT.

2. Click the one with the subtitle: The Official App by OpenAI. It is currently rated No. 1 in the productivity category on the App Store. The version I currently have is 1.2023.23 and the size is 16 MB (as per the store listing).

3. Click on the Get symbol and authorize the download by Face ID or giving Apple ID credentials.

4. Once downloaded, open the ChatGPT app on your iPhone.

How to use ChatGPT app on phone

Well, the very first time I opened the app, what made me thrilled is the haptics of the app. It employs vibration whenever the chatbot talks/responds to you. That is every time it types something.

I wished it a good morning and it wished me back and asked how can it assist me. I asked it what the weather is like and it apologized for its inability to answer that since it doesn’t have access to real-time data. The good thing is that it recommended me instead to check a reliable website. When asked, it gave me examples of some good websites to get that information.

Now, I asked this specific set of questions to check a few things. 

3 things to note about ChatGPT app experience

1. It is quick to access and offers fast responses. Faster than I assumed. It is miles better than 3rd party ChatGPT clones and shortcuts. Currently, it is based on an older GPT 3.5 model and so, we are sure it will be better when it is finally updated to GPT 4. 

2. It is conversational. Even if I don’t frame a question in a proper grammatical structure, it could understand the context and respond accordingly. That'

Also Read: 

- ChatGPT rivals Bard even more with its new features

- ChatGPT enables chat history to secure user privacy: Here’s why

- How to use ChatGPT in WhatsApp, plus 4 other AI tricks

- How to access ChatGPT from Mac’s menu bar using MacGPT

- ChatGPT and the Generative AI Mania!

3. In case you’re wondering, it has the same limitations as the ChatGPT web version. It can’t or tries to answer anything outside its scope. So, don’t expect (at least for now) it to give you real-time web results or answers. I didn’t try but don’t expect it to answer your NSFW or nefarious queries. There may be exceptions of course.

You can buy ChatGPT Plus version and gain more premium features.

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Garmin Instinct 2X Solar launched to lure Apple fans and heres why it may be successful

Garmin Instinct 2X Solar and Garmin Instinct 2X Solar Tactical Edition are now available in India. These are incremental upgrades to the Instinct 2 Solar models that launched last year. However, people are likely to appreciate them. Even Apple fans!

Let’s see what are these new features of the Instinct 2X Solar series:

What are the new features of Garmin Instinct 2X Solar?

Garmin Instinct 2X Solar has a bigger 1.1-inch screen with a 176x176 pixel resolution. The display has a “two-window design” that includes 2 non-touch, monochrome, memory-in-pixel (MIP) layers.  The on-screen elements should appear clearer. 

The screen sits in an apparently more durable case since the watch is MIL-STD-810-rated for "thermal, shock and water resistance."

The Instinct 2X Solar must be more accurate in navigational tracking since it supports the ability to lock into multiple satellite systems at a time. So, even if there are some form of signal jammers or barriers, it should be able to catch a GPS frequency more quickly.

There is also a gyroscope in the mix that promises "improved swim feature performance, improved rep counting (gym activities), and improved distance and direction calculations when GPS is off (when using UltraTrac mode)."

The onboard storage is also up to 64 gigs while the predecessor has only 32GB.

Garmin Instinct 2X Solar features

Unleash the explorer within and experience a level of excitement like never before! Time to unleash your inner explorer and soar to new heights with #Instinct2X. For More info, visit: https://t.co/ah6V0zPmua . .#Garmin #GarminIndia #BeatYesterdayIndia #TrustYourInstinct pic.twitter.com/hgjrP65ycj

— Garmin India (@Garmin_India) May 26, 2023

Well, solar-based charging support is the key highlight of this watch. It’s given in the name, after all. 

You also get 10ATM water resistance, up to 40-day battery life in smartwatch mode or up to 60 hours in GPS mode, real-time notifications from the connected phone, built-in GPS connectivity, JumpMaster mode for skydivers, and trackers for heart rate, pulse oximeter, sleep, and women's health.

Now, hardcore fitness enthusiasts would know the credibility that Garmin offers. If you expect the same, then these new features are likely to attract you, even if you are from the Apple club.

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Nothing Phone 2 Launch Confirmed for July, Will Pack 4,700mAh Battery: All Details

Nothing Co-Founder Carl Pei has now revealed in a media interview that Nothing Phone 2 is set to hit the market in July. The Nothing Phone 1 successor is confirmed to come with a larger battery as well. Earlier, it was also revealed that the phone will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC.

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Wait is over: BGMI game update to hit Google Play Store on this day, are you happy

Krafton has been dropping tantalising hints about the various upgrades in the BGMI game – however, the game has still not gone live on the virtual stores for everyone to download and get gaming once again. 

New and improved BGMI game has been speculated to hit the online platform on May 27, as tipped by Ankit Kumar "AnkiiiBOT" Pandey a BGMI gamer in his stream. Recently, a gamer in their Youtube stream mentioned that the developers have updated the description of the game and the new changes that can be expected from the game. The Youtuber then took to a social media post with the description. 

Not long to go before we find out if the May 27 launch date for BGMI game is actually true, where the game can finally be accessed and downloaded by every single Indian gamer who wants to play it without any issues or glitches. We just have to wait for one more day to see if the new and improved BGMI app is visible for everyone in Google Play Store.

Also read: New BGMI Player? 5 Easy Tips To Instantly Play Like A Pro Gamer

BGMI updates by Krafton

For the uninitiated gamer, Battlegrounds Mobile India or BGMI is a new battle royale game where multiple players employ strategies to fight and be the last man standing on the battlegrounds. A free-to-play, multiplayer experience, in BGMI, players can battle it out in diverse game modes which can be squad-based or solo.

BGMI uses Unreal Engine 4 to create various maps with different terrains in a virtual world, complete with 3D sound for a fully immersive mobile gaming experience. It allows you to choose the map and mode you prefer to play, and airdrops you into the thick of action. The game will be releasing the 2.6 update which will explore multiple updates in regard to the vehicles, maps, weapons, multiplayer mode and penalties. The BGMI community is soon to have a lavish “chicken dinner”.

The game features regular monthly content updates and high-quality partnerships, ensuring there's always something new to explore in this battle royale game.

Also read: GTA VI Will Be Something Gamers Have Never Seen Before, Teases Take-Two CEO

BGMI Game Requirements

OS: Android 4.3 or above and iPhone 6s and succeeding devices and devices running iOS 9.0 and above.

Storage: 1.5 GB RAM

Permissions: Photos, Media, Files, Device and App History, Microphone, Wi-Fi Connection Information, Storage and Bluetooth with connectivity settings.

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Microsoft President Says Deepfakes Are Biggest Concern Around AI, Steps Needed to Curb AI-Driven Fraud

Microsoft president Brad Smith said Thursday that his biggest concern around artificial intelligence was deep fakes, realistic looking but false content. "We're going have to address the issues around deep fakes. We're going to have to address in particular what we worry about most foreign cyber influence operations, the kinds of activities that are already taking pla...

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Elon Musk's Neuralink Says It Has FDA Approval for Study of Brain Implants in Humans

Elon Musk's brain-implant company Neuralink on Thursday said the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had given the green light to its first-in-human clinical trial, a critical milestone after earlier struggles to gain approval.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5's Battery Life Could Depend on Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC: Report

Samsung is expected to launch Galaxy Z Flip 5 in August this year. As per a new report, the upcoming smartphone may pack a 3,700mAh battery and the battery life improvements offered by the new device will reportedly depend on its chipset.

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New Windows backup and restore app will save a lot of your PC switching pain

Microsoft, Windows 11 Insider preview build 23466 for the Dev Channel, is exploring a bunch of new features including RGB lighting controls, improved Widgets, among others. While there has not been any update on the taskbar mobility, you can now ungroup applications on the taskbar. However, the major highlight is the Backup and Restore feature which can be considered one of the major changes in a long time for Microsoft.  

The build has multiple new features for the Windows insider including Dev Drive, a storage drive based on the Resilient File System (ReFS) and there are improvements for Narrator, the Chinese natural sounding voice features. 

Also read: Here’s why MSI’s NVIDIA Studio laptops can help elevate your creativity and gaming to the next level!

Windows backup and restore gets new cloud syncing feature

Additionally, Microsoft is introducing a new Windows Backup application, formalising the transfer procedure it described earlier. In addition to storing your programmes and data in cloud storage, Windows Backup is made to maintain the layout of your data so that it may be transferred to a new PC. Credentials, programmes, files, and folders will all be kept in the cloud and connected to your Microsoft account. 

The ability of Windows 11 to recall where applications were pinned makes it possible to restore them to a new PC and have them appear in the same location as previously. As well as credentials for things like Wi-Fi passwords, you can back up Windows settings along with your preferences though it's unclear what kinds of settings can be synced. 

Microsoft advises using a virtual machine or setting up a new build on a different PC if you want to test this out. It does not serve as a substitute for conventional backup software.

Also read: Dell XPS 13 Plus can blow past the MacBook Air M2 in these 5 exciting ways

In its blog post, Microsoft also described several of adjustments and improvements namely;

Voice-activated text creation: Saying "correct that," "spell that," or "click that" will now direct your vocal actions towards your PC.

Turn off individual notifications: Windows will offer to completely turn off any notifications that you frequently ignore from a particular app. 

Start menu reorganisation: According to Microsoft, "We are experimenting with an alternate approach for ranking the most recently used files in the Recommended section of the Start menu that takes into account when the file was last used, the file extension, and more."

View your Wi-Fi password: Users can now see their password in the settings section, if they have forgotten it. 

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GTA VI will be something gamers have never seen before, teases Take-Two CEO

Grand Theft Auto is one of the most fabled and popular video game franchises of all time, with its latest installment, GTA V, which is about a decade old now, still going strong. 

However, for some time now, fans have been waiting for Rockstar, the gamer’s publisher, to release the next installment of the series GTA VI. And gamers were treated to some encouraging news from none other than the CEO of Take-Two Interactive, parent company of Rockstar Games, who’re developing the next GTA adventure.

Strauss snag praises about the perfectionism in the Rockstar team

While things have been looking bleak for the fans for some time now, statements made by Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two Interactive (Rockstar’s parent company), have given insights into the work being put into the development of the next Grand Theft Auto title and what it would bring to the table.

Also read: GTA 6 rumour: Game announcement in May 2023, launch by 2024?

Strauss, when speaking to CNBC TV earlier this week, spoke about the work that the Rockstar development team has to put in to make each GTA game what it is. 

He said, “It needs to be something you've never seen before on the one hand, and it needs to reflect the feeling that we have about Grand Theft Auto. That's a big challenge for the team."

He also sang praises about the Rockstar development team’s work ethic and the way they strive for nothing but perfection. During his interview, Strauss also spoke about the future of A.I. and his company;’s performance for Q4. But we aren’t here to talk about Take-Two’s finances here, right?

Well, in the interview, there was not much on offer from Strauss. He was as quiet as Rockstar has been about GTA VI. There has been no trailer or teaser in sight. 

However, some gameplay footage leaked last year, had brought in a wave of reactions from the fans. Some loved the way the game looked and played; however, some compared it to older editions of GTA.

Don’t miss: Alleged GTA 6 leaked footage reveals gameplay details

Whatever the case may be, I am sure, if you are reading this, you too are looking forward to the release of the next GTA game… And, from the looks of things, an official announcement could be right around the corner. So, hold on, and if we meet on an online server, drop a Hi! in the chat. Happy Gaming!

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Microsoft, Nandan Nilekani-Backed Indian Group Working on Accessibility-Focused AI Assistant Jugalbandi Bot

An Indian research group backed by Microsoft and Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani is using generative AI, the technology behind chatbot sensation ChatGPT, for a mobile assistant that aims to make information on government schemes accessible in multiple languages.

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Facebook Parent Meta Starts Final Round of Layoffs as Part of Plan to Cut 10,000 Roles

Meta Platforms started carrying out the last batch of a three-part round of layoffs on Wednesday, according to a source familiar with the matter, as part of a plan announced in March to eliminate 10,000 roles.

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Oppo Reno 10 Pro+ costs 3000 more than Oppo Reno 10 Pro for two important reasons

The Oppo Reno 10 Pro and Oppo Reno 10 Pro+ were announced in China yesterday, along with price details – from which we can draw a fair approximation for the India market as well. 

As we saw, there’s a small price difference between the two Oppo Reno 10 smartphone models, even though their specifications aren’t that different. Hence it begs the question, why would someone buy a phone at a higher price when they could get a similar phone at a lower price. We compared both phones and try to answer that question for all of you. 

Also Read: Oppo Reno 10 series may not be a flagship, but it may still pack a punch

Price and specification comparison of Oppo Reno 10 Pro and Oppo Reno 10 Pro+

Price: The Oppo Reno 10 Pro is priced at ₹42,990 whereas, the Oppo Reno 10 Pro+ is priced at ₹45,990, when you convert the approximate prices from Chinese Yuan.

Display: Both the phones have AMOLED display with 1240 x 2772 pixels resolution

Chipset: The Chipset stands different for the two phones. The Oppo Reno 10 Pro+ is powered by Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Whereas, the Oppo Reno 10 Pro is powered by Mediatek Dimensity 8200.

Memory: Both the phones come with the same RAM and storage variants: 256GB storage+16GB RAM and 512GB storage+16GB RAM

Battery: There is a slight difference in the battery of the two phones. The Oppo Reno 10 Pro+ comes with a 4700mAh battery whereas, the Oppo Reno 10 Pro comes packed with 4,600mAh battery. But both have 100W charging support.

Camera: Both the phones have a triple lensed rear camera. For the Oppo Reno 10 Pro+ the specifications are 50MP+64MP+8MP. But for the Oppo Reno 10 Pro the specifications are 50MP+32MP+8MP. As for the front camera, both have a 32MP front camera. 

Also Read: 5 key specs of Oppo Reno 10 Pro+ tipped so far

So, these are major specifications that we know about the two Oppo phones. The extra 3000 rupees for the Oppo Reno 10 Pro+ seems to be charged for a slightly better overall camera module and battery capacity, compared to the Oppo Reno 10 Pro. 

Whether that small increment is worth the extra money is for you to decide and for us to find out, when we get the phones for review after they launch in India shortly.

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Google to Test Ads in Generative AI Search Results as Competition Ramps Up in Search Ads Market

Alphabet's Google will begin experimenting with advertising within search results powered by generative artificial intelligence, the tech giant announced on Tuesday, as it seeks to fend off rival Microsoft in the lucrative search ads market.

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WWDC 2023: Apple Confirms Keynote Address for June 5, Reportedly Invites VR Experts Ahead of Headset Launch

WWDC 2023 will begin on June 5 at 10am PDT (10:30pm IST) with a keynote event, Apple confirmed on Tuesday. The company has also invited several virtual reality (VR) experts to WWDC 2023.

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ChatGPT rivals Bard even more with its new features

AI chabot war gets interesting with each passing day as the key players either innovate or inspire from each other. ChatGPT also gets citation feature similar to Google Bard. The difference is Bard relies on Google search while ChatGPT relies on Bing. 

Talking about other changes, Google Bard will now be giving pictures with Google search on when you ask it for something. On the other hand, ChatGPT has now collaborated with Bing and with the help of that it will be giving real-time answers sourced from the web.

Google Bard and Google search engine

Google Bard calls this an experimental update and that as soon as you ask Bard for something according to the prompt it will give you the answer along with the latest picture from Google search for that very topic. 

So if you ask Bard about what places you should visit for your Ladakh trip, it won't only give you the names but on the backend Google images will work on it and give you the exact and the most recent picture of the places that Bard will be mentioning. 

According to Google this was implemented by keeping the theory in mind that visualisation makes things easier to understand.

ChatGPT and Microsoft Bing

According to the Microsoft corporate VP ChatGPT has to deal with a huge language model based on pre trained data. So, the lack of internet can make ChatGPT give answers that aren't really up to date. Even it won't be able to provide you with any current data.

So, it has now decided to offer Bing search results and citations to all ChatGPT users now. Now, whenever you ask ChatGPT for some answer you'll definitely get the updated and clarified answer as the internet and Bing search engine comes to use. 

Also, when ChatGPT comes up with an answer now it will also provide the citation and web data available for the question you ask. But unlike Bard, it hasn't reached the stage to get visualised data as of now. As in you won't be provided with images.

So if we compare things between Bard and ChatGPT then they have both taken a leap ahead to improve their existence in the AI world. Also, slow and steady wins the race. So, hopefully they'll be coming up with many more updates very soon. 

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Meta Sells Giphy to Shutterstock for $53 Million to Comply With UK Regulator Order

Shutterstock said on Tuesday it would buy animated-images platform Giphy from Meta Platforms for $53 million (roughly Rs. 438 crore) in cash, months after the Facebook owner had agreed to divest the company on competition concerns.

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iPhone 16 rumours make shocking camera and screen size claims, find out why

Before iPhone 15 could even hit the market, iPhone 16 rumours have started emerging online, believe it or not! Tipsters are speculating on inside knowledge about some of the earliest features of the iPhone 16, which isn’t expected to be launched until next year.

iPhone 16 rumours have stated details about its design, specifications and every possible change that Apple can bring in 2024 for its iPhones. 

Also read: Sounds crazy, but iPhone 16 Pro Max’s screen may be largest ever in an iPhone

According to a new leak tipster Unknownz21, the iPhone 16 might come back with a similar design as that of iPhone 12, especially related to the camera module. 

The tipster suggests that the iPhone 16 will feature a vertical camera layout unlike the iPhone 15. After the iPhone 12 the design was changed to its successors but that would again go back with the iPhone 16, the leaks claim. 

Also read: iPhone 15 Ultra vs iPhone 14 Pro: 5 changes Apple can make in top iPhone of 2023

Apart from this, the iPhone 16 Pro models will probably have a few other upgrades. The 2024 Pro modes night have a bigger display as well. For the non-Pro models, they won't go through much change. They'll continue having the dual rear camera. 

The same tipster has announced that the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus models will feature a Dynamic island like structure and that will probably be a part of iPhone 15 series as well. Until now, this was present only in the Pro models of the iPhone 14 range, but it is believed that iPhone 15 vanilla models will also have this feature. 

Also Read: Apple iPhone 15 Pro renders suggest 5 new features of the phone

So, these are all the rumours and tips that have come across. But at the moment iPhone 15 is yet to be released and iPhone 16 release is not any close. So, this can only be taken as rumour and we can't really claim these to be true. 

Once iPhone 15 comes out we can see if the model really has what the tipster has mentioned and then can say whether this person is reliable or not.

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Microsoft Copilot: Maybe 3rd time is the charm for Windows virtual assistants

At the Microsoft Build 2023, Satya Nadella and team unveiled Copilot for Windows. Copilot is a new virtual assistant powered by ChatGPT that is accessible from the Windows 11 taskbar. It is the third Microsoft chatbot after Cortana and Clippy. Yeah, some of you may be too young to remember Clippy. So, now that Copilot is available on Windows, the question we have is — can Copilot do what others couldn’t? That is to last as a chatbot that Windows users live by. Will the third time be the charm for Microsoft virtual assistants?

Let’s see. 

Is Copilot the same as Bing Chat on Microsoft Edge?

Well, Microsoft Edge browser users will know of Bing Chat, which is accessible by clicking the (b) icon on the right corner of the top menu bar. For layman's understanding, the Copilot is based on this Bing Chat feature of Edge only and is now baked into Windows. You can tap the Copilot icon on the Windows taskbar with a hexagonal logo. A sidebar opens on the right side and you can access it over all apps and screens you are interacting with. 

If you recall, Cortana too had a dedicated button on the Windows 10 taskbar and so, Copilot seems like an advanced Cortana for Windows 11. And if you ask us, what about Clippy, well, Copilot appears to be Clippy on droids. Or dare we say, Clippy unclipped!

While all three virtual assistants were integrated with key Microsoft products and were capable of providing information, answering questions, and completing tasks, Copilot is more reaching and powerful than the rest two.

Use of Copilot on Windows

1. You can ask questions and clear your doubts with Copilot.

2. You can ask it to summarize copied text (even blocks of them), files (just drop the and ask it to sum up), and the content that’s on the app/window you are presently on.

3. Since it is integrated into Windows, you can get Copilot to change settings. Say, ask Copilot to adjust the Focus settings or turn on Dark Mode, and it will do that in seconds.

Microsoft’s head of Windows and devices, Mr Panos Panay says “It makes every user a power user.” We hope it does.

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Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will be faster than Apples M-series chips, leaks claim

The internet has been flooded with rumours about the latest and greatest processor from Snapdragon, set to hit us with another wave of ground-breaking technology. The latest findings about an upcoming iteration of a Snapdragon SoC has caught everyone’s imagination recently – the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. 

In a way it seems remarkable that we’re already speculating about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip before Qualcomm has even released Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the most likely successor to current flagship level Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. But that’s the kind of world we’re living in at the moment.

The rumoured Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC is expected to introduce a new and exciting set of technological innovations that are slated to lay the grounds for more efficient and powerful Android and Windows devices, something along the lines of Apple’s M-series of processors.

Also read: Qualcomm and MediaTek under threat by this change in ARM licensing policy

Let’s take a look at what the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 can do, while we are still waiting for Gen 3 to hit the market. That’s right, Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 already!

What’s expected of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip?

Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 with SM87505 model number is expected to use Nuvia CPU technology, said the tipster Digital Chat Station. In addition the Snapdragon smartphone processors are to run on a Nuvia CPU. 

Nuvia was acquired by Qualcomm in January 2021. Former Apple engineers who intended to apply their skills to Arm-based system-on-chips (SoCs) for servers created the processing firm. A few months later, Qualcomm released a thorough update on its plans for SoCs based on the Nuvia technology, and it openly stated that it hoped to compete with the Apple M1 in the market for always-connected PCs (ACPCs) with a processor.

“The addition of NUVIA CPUs to Qualcomm Technologies’ already leading mobile graphics processing unit (GPU), AI engine, DSP and dedicated multimedia accelerators will further extend the leadership of Qualcomm Snapdragon platforms, and positions Snapdragon as the preferred platform for the future of connected computing,” suggested the released report.

Also read: Motorola Edge 40 vs OnePlus 11R vs Pixel 7a: Which phone is best?

The tipster has also suggested that we can anticipate a release for the processors in late 2024 for 2025’s phones wherein the phone processors will have a 2+6 CPU core layout. So we can anticipate that Qualcomm has brought back Snapdragon 845’s two-tier architecture after a line-up of three-tier architecture from Snapdragon 855 to the current Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and prolly SD 8 Gen 3 which held big core + medium core (s) + small core (s) design.

Now some findings and reports about the upcoming iteration of Snapdragon SoCs, is said to be powerful enough that it can potentially outperform Apple’s latest M2 processors. If the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is anywhere close to what it is being touted to be, it will make for a really interesting introduction in the Android and PC market, bringing along devices that are more powerful and efficient than ever!

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iPhone 16 Pro Max Could Feature Larger Display, Adopt 'Ultra' Branding: Report

iPhone 16 Pro Max, the expected successor to the company's purported iPhone 15 Pro Max smartphone, may be equipped with a larger display. After reports surfaced that the iPhone 16 Pro would feature a larger display than previous models, it looks like the largest phone in the lineup will also see an increase in size next year.

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Judge Dismisses Lawsuit That Alleges Elon Musk Cheated Shareholders Several Times During Twitter Buyout

In a decision on Monday, US District Judge Charles Breyer in San Francisco said plaintiff William Heresniak lacked standing to sue because he challenged "wrongs associated with" Musk's buyout, not the fairness of the buyout itself.

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Redmi Pad 2 may be slower than original tablet, and why it would make total sense

If you remember, the original Redmi Pad was first launched in October 2022 and is speculated to get a successor later this year, called the Redmi Pad 2. 

There have been reports of Redmi working on a tablet based on the ECC certificate model number 23073RPBFG. The device has been anticipated to be Redmi Pad 2 according to several tipsters.  

Also read: Google may pray for AI to save Tensor G3 chip’s reputation in Pixel 8 phones

The leaks have been put out by Kacper Skrzypek on his Twitter account regarding the details of the Redmi Pad 2. The device is being anticipated to operate by the Snapdragon 680 chipset which, compared to the previous model which was powered by Helio G99 SOC, might be a shade slower. 

Everyone on the internet has been questioning this move by Xiaomi. The Helio G99 is comparatively a more powerful GPU and provides 16% better performance than that of Snapdragon 680 which is estimated to perform 35% better on the AnTuTu benchmarks. 

Of course, this expected slower performing chip on the upcoming Redmi Pad 2 might be a tactic to sell it a lesser price, at which point one can understand Xiaomi’s decision – but that still remains to be seen. 

There might be a lower pricing range determined for the device for this model compared to the pioneering Redmi Pad of last year. The change of the processor rather than a downgrade sends out a message that the device will be overall impacted by this change from Helio G99 to Snapdragon 680 and would not necessarily perform up to the mark. Hence, the pricing for the device can be an interesting thing to look forward to. 

Also read: New launched iQOO Z7s 5G vs iQOO Z7: What’s the difference?

Redmi Pad 2: expected specs

The Redmi Pad 2 is anticipated to sport a 10.95-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 1200×1920 pixels featuring a 90Hz refresh rate. 

As for the camera setup the Redmi Pad 2 is expected to flaunt an 8 MP rear camera alongside a 5 MP front camera functionality. 

The tablet is majorly anticipated to be powered by Android 13 out of the box, along with Xiaomi’s MIUI 14 interface which can be a good combination for the device. Apart from that no other details of the device have been put out yet but we cannot wait to see how things unfold for this new model. What are your thoughts of this change? Let us know at editor@digit.in

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BGMI limits game time for players under 18 years but is it too heavy-handed

BGMI is back and is available to download from Google Play Store. The Indian government has allowed its return on a 3-month trial basis and has mandated some changes to ensure user safety and security. Two such rules in the game are restricted game time and spending limits for minors. 

Let’s know how these BGMI rules work:

BGMI limits for minors: Time and money

1. If you are aged below 18 years, you will have to get permission from your parents to play BGMI and still, you will get to play only 3 hours a day. It is, however, yet to be known how Krafton plans to ascertain the player’s age and identity.

2. Minors will be allowed to spend only up to ₹7000 for using BGMI’s paid service. This slab could change depending on changes in the daily exchange rate.

Also Read: How BGMI Got A 3-Month Lease On Life And Should You Be Excited?

These rules are in some ways similar to China’s 1-hour daily limits on kids’ online gaming activity. So, let’s see how such rules played out in our neighbouring country to understand their potential positives and negatives.

BGMI game limits: Pros and cons

On the face of it, these are well-intended measures to control user (especially of younger age) addiction, overspending, and any physical or psychological harm these behaviours cause them and the people around them. Kids can utilize that time for other productive or relaxing activities.

For instance, in China, a year after the rule came into force, the number of young players cratered to 82.6 million in 2022 from 122 million in 2020 (Source: Niko Partners). The parents are also reportedly satisfied with the result. 

However, it isn’t as black and white as that.

Like with every other form of tech, ie., it all depends on how we use them. The effects of gaming also vary from person to person.

Also Read: Will Green Blood Make BGMI Game Any Less Violent?

As some studies suggest, gaming is a good exercise for the brain. It improves the cognitive abilities of a person.

Ideally, the folks who understand the kid the most, ie., parents are in the best position to monitor the effects of gaming on young minds. But since this isn’t an ideal world, we suppose as long as the government regulations help kids have healthy boundaries in gaming, it’s fine.

Also Read: Indian Gaming Industry And Twitter Cheers Return Of BGMI Game

Moreover, if ever the rules introduced in BGMI become a norm for the entire industry, then that could affect the business of many companies and individual careers. Well, that’s also something to think about.

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TCS Partners With Google Cloud, Launches Generative AI

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) on Monday announced an expanded partnership with Google Cloud and the launch of its new offering — TCS Generative AI which leverages Google Cloud's generative AI services, to design and deploy custom-tailored business solutions. Building on its domain knowledge across multiple verticals and investments, TCS has developed a large port...

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Samsung Galaxy A14 4G to ditch Exynos and be about 2000 more affordable than the 5G model

Samsung Galaxy A14 4G is going to launch soon in India. We have the expected launch date and also the likely specs and price tag it could come in with. As per SamInsider, it is reportedly shipping with a MediaTek chip (not Exynos) and could be ₹2000 cheaper than the 5G variant. Here are the complete details.

Samsung Galaxy A14 price and availability (Expected)

Samsung could bring the 4+64GB model of Galaxy A14 4G for ₹13,999 and the 4+128GB variant for ₹14,999. 

With launch offers, the price could be even lower.

Also, the source doesn’t seem to think the 6+128GB model is going to come to India.

As for the launch date, the report suspects it could come in this week although the brand is yet to say or hint anything about this.

Samsung Galaxy A14 specs and features (Expected)

Samsung Galaxy A14 recently launched in the Malaysian market and we rely on those specs information here.

On the front, the A14 could be housing a 6.6-inch PLS LCD display with FHD+ resolution and a v-shaped notch. 

Within the cutout, you could get a 13MP selfie snapper capable of shooting at 1080p 30fps.

The back of the phone, meanwhile, houses a 50MP main camera, 5MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro module. Again, the video recording is up to 1080p at 30 frames per second.

Inside the A14, there could be a MediaTek Helio G80 SoC coupled with up to 4+128GB memory. The device could also support expandable storage via a microSD card.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy A14 5G launched in India

For keeping the lights on, there could be a 5000mAh battery backed by 15W charging support.

The phone could have a glass front and a plastic back. It could come in any, if not all of the following colours — Black, Dark Red, Silver, and Green.

The rest of the repertoire could consist of USB-C 2.0 port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, NFC, WiFi ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

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Instagram outage: The Meta app was down again and users react with memes

Instagram was down for the second time in the last 4 days. It was a global outage and many users were reportedly affected by this. The Instagram feed, stories and messages section were not accessible. Here are user reactions and memes about it.

Instagram outage: What happened?

Meta spokesperson, Dave Arnold, in a statement to The Verge confirmed the Instagram outage, revealing, “We’re aware that some people are having trouble accessing Instagram. We’re working to get things back to normal as quickly as possible and we apologize for any inconvenience.”

The issue seems to have been fixed at the time of writing this. However, earlier today, I was facing difficulty refreshing the feed, messages weren’t sending, Reels weren’t opening and some reactions weren’t also functioning. Many users across the world have come across similar problems. 

The problem pertained to the app only, something which the Downdetector website also points out. The first reports of the outage apparently started appearing around 3:30 AM (IST) and there were about 1,75,000 reports at its peak.

So when something like this happens, you know where people rush to. Yes, Twitter!

Instagram Outage: Twitter reactions

Everyone rushing to twitter since #instagram is down #BreakingNews pic.twitter.com/4WZHkxI2d7

— Janete Weinstein (@JaneteWeinstein) May 21, 2023

BRO WE GET IT INSTAGRAM IS DOWN  pic.twitter.com/EGEZ3ynkce

— ️️ ‎(@DestroyingWrld) May 21, 2023

Everyone linking up on Twitter since instagram is down pic.twitter.com/0Z5AsgP8uj

— Mike (@hiciano_michael) May 21, 2023

e girls on their way to go on twitter after instagram shut down pic.twitter.com/2Ig9PnJou5

— (@VinnyC0l0rad0) May 21, 2023

me coming to twitter to see why My Instagram ain’t working instagram down pic.twitter.com/67thufdBlh

— Jullien (@librv_) May 21, 2023

My Instagram went down pic.twitter.com/48xBmWZ8ox

— Everything Out Of Context (@EverythingOOC) May 21, 2023

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Boat Wanderer Smart is a new kids smartwatch with 5 features that keep children safe and connected

Boat has launched a new smartwatch for kids named Wanderer Smart. It is priced at ₹5000 and for that price, it brings a host of specially curated features like built-in calling support, parental controls, and a location tracking facility to ensure your child stays safe and connected. Let’s have a look at all of this Boat watch’s features.

Boat Wanderer Smart features: What makes it wanderer-friendly and smart?

1. Boat Wanderer Smart has got in-built 4G Sim connectivity, a mic, and a speaker setup. This means your kid can make voice calls and text messages over the LTE network. 

2. As part of its parental controls, you can block calls from unknown numbers on the watch. There is even an option to enable auto-answering and hear background noises and voices. These features should let you quickly talk to them and know their whereabouts.  

3. Thanks to cellular connectivity and built-in GPS, you can triangulate the child’s real-time location. You can set geofencing boundaries, and crossing which sends a notification to the Boat Wanderer app. The same app lets you locate the watch using GPS tracking. 

Also Read: 5 best smartwatches for kids in 2023

4. In case of emergency situations, kids can press a dedicated SOS button on the watch to alert selected contacts. Kids can also make video calls to you through the 2MP camera on the watch.

5. All of these comes packed in a rugged build that’s IP68 water and dust resistant. The watch claims to run for up to 2 days on its 650mAh battery. It is rated to last 68 Hrs on standby.

Among other things, the Boat smartwatch also sports a 1.4-inch touchscreen, a step-tracking feature and a multi-purpose clock.

Boat Wanderer Smart price and availability

You can buy the Boat Wanderer Smart watch from Amazon or the official Boat website at an introductory price of ₹5,000. The smartwatch is available in Aqua and Coral colours.

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Google search engine is unbeatable: We learn that in 2 ways this week

Google search engine is the default search engine for most of us and is therefore the biggest player in the market. Its dominance can’t be easily contested by competitors like Bing and Neeva. The latter learned that the hard way. Here’s what happened:

Neeva Search Engine closes shop

Neeva has announced its closing down its search engine on June 2. 

Before we learn about why Neeva had this unfortunate end, you should know the search engine came across a promising alternative to Google search engine because it was ad-free and more privacy-friendly. Also, showed visual elements and human-created information over the top 10 blue links that you see on the Google Search Engine Results Page.

Now, it offered this service behind a paywall. Well, there was a 3-month trial period after which users had to pay $4.95 (~₹410) a month.

Even with the promise of a better search engine UX, it had to convince people to try it. That was possible only if people knew or cared about changing the default search engine on their device browsers. 

Google is mostly the default search engine on various browsers or devices because it has eye-watering deals with the device manufacturers like Apple and Samsung (more on this soon). 

Also, we underestimate how spoiled we users are. We don’t want to bother with even the few steps and clicks it takes to read “Are you sure you want to change?” and select a different search engine option.

And so it’s like the company’s co-founders Sridhar Ramaswamy and Vivek Raghunathan said in a recent blog post, “Throughout this journey, we’ve discovered that it is one thing to build a search engine and an entirely different thing to convince regular users of the need to switch to a better choice”.

Google retains the default search engine position on Galaxy phones

According to a new WSJ report, Samsung has walked back on its plans to swap the default search engine on its phones. A few weeks back there were rumours of Samsung thinking of using Bing as the default search engine. But fearing the effect it will have on its relationship with Google and the market perception about the whole ordeal made Samsung continue its deal with the top dog in the field. 

For the unversed, Google has about 8.5 billion daily searches and covers 86–96% of the worldwide search engine market share. It’s a key source of its revenue and with the potential addition of AI features, the Silicon Valley giant is likely to stand its ground.

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Instagram clones Elons app with Metas social media might: Is Twitter in danger

Meta has been known to have been working on a Twitter alternative for some time now. Even those unaware of the same could guess that Zuckerberg’s company would be cooking up something to take on Twitter. Historically, the company has cloned a lot of its competitors and primarily added the key feature(s) of the rival app to Instagram. This time it is going to release an Instagram app for text-based conversations, according to a leaked marketing slide shared by Lia Haberman.

Meta’s been briefing creators on it’s upcoming text-based app — now looking at a possible late June launch. Details are in my newsletter but I’ll list some highlights  pic.twitter.com/KYqqXjrRmD

— Lia Haberman (@liahaberman) May 19, 2023 Instagram’s Twitter alternative: What we know so far

In her ICYMI newsletter, Ms Haberman says Instagram’s Twitter-like app will be here by the end of June. The company is yet to give it an official name. However internally, it is being called P92 or Barcelona. 

You will have to sign in to the new app using your Instagram username and password. Your handle, verification, bio, and followers will automatically migrate from Instagram. Even those whom you have blocked on the main app won’t be here to bother you in this app.

Meta will apparently incorporate a solid moderation policy “equipping you with settings to control who can reply to you and mention your account”. 

The UI of the app consists of text posts and threads like Twitter but the heart, comment bubble, and paper plane-shaped share icons are comparable to Instagram. 

It is said to support up to 500 characters, along with the ability to attach photos, videos, and links.

Another highlight of this app is that there will be a decentralized facility to connect with people on other similar platforms like Mastodon. You could be looked up and followed on these other decentralized apps thanks to the underlying ActivityPub architecture. 

Meta considers this app as a way for creators, public figures, and probably regular users of Instagram to share their interests.

Instagram’s Twitter alternative: Possible strengths and weaknesses

Strengths

1. Meta is a giant in the social media landscape and it can channel its existing userbase into this new Twitter alternative app.

2. Since it’s a new app, Instagram could give it new and unique features and benefits.

Weaknesses

1. Since this is one of the many apps or features the company has to focus on, it might not get the exclusive attention that Twitter gets from its team.

2. This could attract regulatory concerns and restrictions as Meta is behind it.

3. People might not take the new Meta app in good faith or it would turn out to be a dud like Instagram Notes.

Twitter’s problems could be an opportunity for Meta while the growing number of competitors like Mastadon and Bluesky could be a threat to its ambitions.

Should Twitter be worried?

1. For all of the aforementioned strengths and opportunities of Meta, the new Instagram app for text-based conversations is a threat to Twitter. 

2. If Meta’s app turns out to be even decent, it could attract Twitter users and many of these users are likely to already have an Instagram account. So the transfer may be seamless.

3. Instagram is already a bigger advertising platform and it could take ad dollars from Twitter. 

Now although only time can tell if all of these things turn out as we predict or assume. But, it will be careless of Twitter to ignore the potential threat it has from this Instagram app.

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Apple Releases iOS 16.5 With New Pride Wallpaper, Sports Tab in Apple News, More: All New Features

Apple released the iOS 16.5 update alongside iPadOS 16.5 for compatible iPhone and iPad models. The updates offer bug fixes and other additional features. Most notably, the Apple News app gets a new Sports tab for easier access to sports-related news. The update also introduces a new Pride section in the wallpapers feature.

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CS:GO Paris Major 2023: GamerLegion and Vitality in the finals of the last CS:GO Major

What a day it was at the BLAST.tv Paris Major 2023! After Day 3 of the Champions stage, there were four teams standing. Two teams were sent packing to de_airport while the other two danced away to their hotels celebrating and preparing for the challenge of the Grand Finals. It essentially followed the trend of the tournament so far. Between all of this; there was a spectacular upset and an expected win, which made sure that we have two exciting teams lined up for the finals.

CS:GO Paris Major 2023: Champions Stage - Day 3 - Semifinals open doors for records being broken and new ones being formed; Vitality and GamerLegion in the finals

In the first game of the fourth day of the BLAST.tv Paris Major 2023 we had Heroic, the tournament favourites, facing off against GamerLegion who had worked hard to make their way to this stage. The first map of the best-of-three series, Anubis, saw Heroic comprehensively beat the underdogs of the match. They won 16-13, setting the hopes high for the fans who had filled up the arena on Sunday.

In a closely contested second map of the series, Inferno, GamerLegion bounced back, beating Heroic 16-14. Now, it was time for the third map of the series, the decider, Mirage. Here’s where GamerLEgion asserted their authority over Heroic. Right from the get-go, they were on a roll, taking the first half 10-5. In the second half, they gave away only one round, closing out the series 2-1 in their favour.

We had the first finalist of Paris Major 2023 – GamerLegion.

Then came the most anticipated game of the evening by the fans in the arena. It was the home team, Vitality, facing off against Apeks, who just like GamerLegion had to work really hard to make it to the semis. And, if wasn’t clear by the hint that I dropped in the introduction, Vitality walked home comfortably, closing out their best-of-three series 2-1.

We have our two finalists – Vitality and GamerLegion.

GamerLegion come into this match as the underdogs who have proven their mettle. Vitality have been in to form throughout and will have the support of practically the entire arena coming into this match. Both sides haven’t faced each other in the tournament. However, given the teams that they have taken down on their way to the finals, it is difficult to pick one favourite.

As much as ZywOo would want to win his first Major, dupreeh his fifth, and apEX his second, every member of GameLegion will be putting equal, if not more effort to get their hands on the last CS:GO Major trophy.

To get all of our coverage of the BLAST.tv Paris Major 2023, check out this page.

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