WhatsApp video calls get picture-in-picture mode: Heres how it works in the beta phase

This new WhatsApp update could make the video calling experience on the app even better. As per WABetaInfo, a new WhatsApp beta update submitted through TestFlight on iOS reveals the release of picture-in-picture mode for video calls on the instant messaging service. For the unversed picture-in-picture, shortly called PiP mode would let the user minimize the video call screen to a small floating window. You could drag the WhatsApp PiP window across the screen and drop it anywhere you like. From the screenshot shared by WABetaInfo, we learn that the PiP window can be accessed from the phone homescreen and other places outside WhatsApp.

 

How to get WhatsApp picture-in-picture mode

 

WhatsApp for iOS version 22.24.0.79 is the one that brings this feature. So, if you are part of the TestFlight beta Program, you can check for this update and if you are lucky, you may get the picture-in-picture mode on WhatsApp video calls. Since the feature must be in the early stages of testing, it may appear to more users in a phased manner and the beta testers who get it may come across some teething troubles. Not to mention, the feature should be showing up on Android phones also.

WABetaInfo states that this feature is compatible with iOS 15 and above. But, since they tested it on an iOS 16.1 device, it can’t be said for sure if the feature has been enabled on iOS 15 yet.

Another thing to note is that WhatsApp picture-in-picture mode is available on the latest WhatsApp Business beta app also.

How WhatsApp Picture-in-picture mode works

 

So as already mentioned, in order to check if the feature is working, you have to do a video call with someone on WhatsApp. Then, swipe up from the bottom to go to the homescreen or do any form of multitasking. The ongoing WhatsApp video call should appear in a PiP window.  

As WABetaInfo notes, this feature relies on iOS APIs and so you could temporarily hide the video call window to the side, if you want.

That’s all we know about this feature for now. 

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Android TV 13 final release is available now and here are the new changes

After months of beta testing, the final version of Android TV 13 is out. The Android TV update is not flashy in terms of UI changes but there are some important performance and quality improvements nonetheless. Let’s find out what they are here.

Android 13 for TV features and changes

1. Before an audio track is created, Android 13 TV allows apps to identify the routed audio device and compatible formats.

2. The user gets to set the preferred display resolution and refresh rate, as well as language selection on compatible HDMI source devices.

3. There will be a better low-powered standby mode.

4. You can find Hardware mute switch states in the system privacy controls.

5. Even the Assistant microphone access from the remote gets improved.

6. Android 13 for TV offers audio descriptions across apps.

7. New keyboard APIs bring different language layouts for external keyboards.

8. The HDMI state changes on HDMI source devices will be more seamless.

9. There is also improved performance and support of Tuner HAL 2.0, twin tuner, and Multi-layer ISDB-T.

10. Google has also added a framework for interactive TV use cases as an extension to TIF.

How to download Android 13 for TV 

Well, the end user will have to wait for the TVs or casting devices to get the new update. As for the tinkers and folks from the TV manufacturing business can download Android 13 for TV here. It is available for both ADT-3 and the Android TV emulator.

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Vi 2,999 prepaid recharge plan offers 850GB data with no cap: Find out all its benefits

Vodafone Idea (Vi) unveiled a new premium plan for prepaid users, applicable all over India. The plan is priced at ₹2,999 and offers data, SMS, calls, and a few other benefits. Vi had also introduced new plans around Diwali, with their price points being ₹1,449, ₹2,899, and ₹3,099. The new plan is available on the official website for users to evaluate and purchase. 

Vi ₹2,999 Plan Benefits

Vi’s new plan has a validity period of 365 days and offers 850GB of data with no caps. Users will also get 100 SMSs per day. Furthermore, to sweeten the deal, Vi is also offering a few benefits along with this plan, such as access to Vi TV Shows and Vi Movies. Users can enjoy access to premium films, news, live TV, original content, and more on the app. 

The plan is also offering its Binge All Night benefits. This allows users to enjoy unlimited data at night, between 12 am and 6 am. These features come with no extra cost or pack reduction of any kind. 

If you happen to exhaust 850GB of data, you can always recharge your smartphone using an add-on data plan. Note that if you don’t do this, your data usage will be charged at 50p/MB. Additionally, if you exhaust your limit of 100 SMSs, per day, then the company will charge you  ₹1 per SMS, or  ₹1.5 per STD SMSs. 

Vi 5g Updates

While we’ve begun to see 5G rollouts from other brands like Jio and Airtel, the same cannot be said for Vi even though the latter did announce their intention to get into the 5G market. Vi has acquired spectrum in 3300MHz and 26GHz 5G bands but is yet to confirm when it will be offering its services.

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iQoo 11 5G's Launch Confirmed for December 8, iQoo Neo 7 SE Reveal Expected

iQoo 11 5G's launch event, which had initially been scheduled for December 2, has now been postponed to December 8, according to the iQoo Indonesia Instagram post. The smartphone had earlier been confirmed to feature Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. Rumours around the event suggest that the company could also launch the iQ...

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Xiaomi 13 and iQOO 11 to launch on December 8: Here are their newly leaked specs

Earlier this week, news broke that the launch events for the Xiaomi 13 and iQOO 11 (both flagship smartphones from their respective brands) had been cancelled right before the launch date. While the companies had not confirmed why this was the case, the alleged reason was that it was out of respect for the sudden death of the former President, Jiang Zemin. At the time of cancelling the events, the companies had not revealed any information regarding the new launch date. However, now, they’ve stated that the two smartphones will launch on 8th December.

Xiaomi 13 leaked features

Leaked renders of the Xiaomi 13 models give us a fair indication of what to expect from them. Based on the images, the Xiaomi 13 Pro has a protruding camera model that will house a floating lens that contains 3 Leica sensors. The functionality of this lens will be such that it allows the lens elements to adjust in order to take the best possible image, even when capturing objects that are 10-cm close. 

The  Xiaomi 13 is believed to have a 6.73-inch OLED screen with a 2K resolution. The display may have a 120Hz refresh rate along with 1920Hz pulse width modulation. It is also believed that it will have a 4820mAh battery that has 50W wireless charging support along with 120W wired fast charging. 

While the features above are based on rumours, the brand has confirmed a few specifications as well. The smartphone will run on Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset along with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. The Xiaomi 13 models will run the MIUI 14. 

iQOO 11 leaked features

The iQOO 11 will run on the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2 SoC (this has been confirmed by Qualcomm). It is also believed to come with a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and 3200x1440 pixel resolution. The smartphone may also house a 50MP primary camera accompanied by a 16MP and an 8MP support sensors. The selfie camera could be a 13MP sensor. 

Other highlight features that you could expect are up to 16GB RAM, 512GB storage, 4880mAh battery with 120W fast charging, IR controller and an underdisplay fingerprint reader.

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Elon Musk Introduces ‘Live Tweeting’ Feature Amid Ongoing Plans for Twitter

Twitter CEO Elon Musk, on Saturday, added a new feature 'live tweeting' and now it is currently active on the platform. Author Matt Taibbi becomes the first user to use this new feature with his cryptic tweet "Thread: THE TWITTER FILES".

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Want to use the same Whatsapp Account on two smartphones Heres how

Whatsapp is always in the news for adding new features to its application to enhance user experience. The app is currently working on its companion mode, which will let you link up to four different devices, with Beta testers now gaining access to the tablet version of the app. 

Amongst other things, here’s something exciting to know about Whatsapp. You can actually link the same account on two smartphones, by using a neat little trick.

How to link the same Whatsapp account on two smartphones?

According to Android Authority, there’s a neat little trick that you can rely on to do this. What you need to do is simply trick Whatsapp into thinking that one of the smartphones you’re trying to link it to is a tablet. Once you do that, you need to let Whatsapp link this with the account on your smartphone, and voila! You’ll have the same account running on two smartphones. 

Here’s what you need to do:

Go to APKmirror to download the beta version of Whatsapp v2.22.25.8. You need to run this version on your primary smartphone. When you open Whatsapp, you’ll see an alert prompting you that you can connect your Whatsapp account to a tablet. 

Head to developer settings, and head to the ‘smallest width’ setting. Change this setting to 600 and press the save button. Youll notice that all the display elements such as the text and icons will become smaller in order to accommodate the requirements of a tablet. While this may look weird, it’s okay. It’s only temporary. 

Then, you need to set up your secondary device. Install the same APK onto the device. The setup process will initiate and once you enter your language settings, you’ll see a QR code similar to the kind that is displayed when using Whatsapp web. 

Display this code on your primary phone and use the secondary smartphone to scan it. You can then head back to developer settings and change the width back to what it was to restore the visual settings. 

Arguably, you can do this again to link it to a third device.

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