Nintendo Switch Update Version 11.0.0 Released, Allows Transferring Screenshots, Videos to Smartphone, PC

Nintendo Switch update version 11.0.0 has been released and it allows users to transfer screenshots and videos to their smartphone or PC without having to first share them to Twitter or Facebook.

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Xbox Game Pass Now Lets You Pre-Load Upcoming Games on Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X

You can now pre-load upcoming Xbox Game Pass titles on Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox One, Microsoft has announced, thanks to the new November 2020 Xbox Console Update. You’ll find a new “Coming Soon” section on your console or in the Xbox Game Pass app.

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Xiaomi could launch Redmi Note 9 4G as Redmi 9 Power in India: Report

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 4G was launched alongside the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 9 5G last week in China. As per the latest rumours, the Redmi Note 9 4G could be making its way to India as the Redmi 9 Power. It would be the fifth phone in the Redmi 9 series as the company already sells the Redmi 9A, Redmi 9i, Redmi 9 and Redmi 9 Prime in India. 

According to a post by popular tipster Mukul Sharma, the Redmi Note 9 4G was spotted in a listing on the Google Play Console as the Redmi 9 Power. Moreover, the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G has also been listed on the Google Supported Devices list and could be announced as the Mi 10i in India. The new Redmi Note 9 series phones flaunt a new design with multiple camera support and a high-capacity battery to boot.

Redmi Note 10 4G will likely launch in India as the Redmi 9 Power. The Indian variant of the device (M2010J19SI) has been listed on the Google Supported Devices list. It actually makes sense, as the device will feature a SD662 processor.#Xiaomi #Redmi9Power pic.twitter.com/CKqTMNtpX8

— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) November 30, 2020

The Redmi Note 9 4G that launched in China has three cameras on the back, however, it is rumoured that the Indian variant of the phone dubbed Redmi 9 Power will have an additional camera in the form of a macro camera. There’s no official word on the launch of the Redmi Note 9 4G in India yet, but we will be keeping an eye out for more developments.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 4G specifications

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 4G has a new design with the word ‘Redmi’ slapped on the back panel. It features a 6.53-inch Full HD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels) resolution display with a waterdrop notch cutout for the selfie camera. The screen is topped with Gorilla Glass 3. It measures 9.6 millimetres and weighs 198 grams and has a plastic built.

The phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 processor with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 610 GPU. This is paired with upto 8GB RAM and 256GB storage options to choose from. Like the other two phones, the Redmi Note 9 4G also offers storage expansion via microSD card.

It has a triple camera setup on the back with a 48MP primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there is an 8MP selfie camera housed within the waterdrop notch.

The Note 9 4G has stereo speakers along with a side-mounted fingerprint reader. It is equipped with a 6,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging. The Note 9 4G is priced starting at CNY 999 for the base variant with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage which roughly translates to a starting price of around Rs 10,000 by direct conversion.

 

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Cyberpunk 2077 PC Requirements, Release Date, Price, PS5 Upgrade, and More

Cyberpunk 2077 is set to release on December 10. It will be available on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Stadia. The title will also be playable on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S/X. From the release date to the system requirements, here’s everything you need to know about Cyberpunk 2077.

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Immortals Fenyx Rising Review: Ubisoft’s Answer to Zelda, for Everyone Without a Nintendo Switch

Our Immortals Fenyx Rising review looks at the Ubisoft game’s similarities to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, the changes it makes with combat and story tone, Ubisoft’s perennial problems with open world games, and what it lacks.

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Jabra Elite 85t flagship TWS earbuds with active noise cancellation launched in India: Price and features

Jabra Elite 85t TWS earbuds has officially launched in India bringing in fully adjustable ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) to make the wireless audio experience even more immersive. The new 85t earphones are compact and lightweight and has semi-open design and multiple microphones the ensure clear audio quality on calls. The earbuds use silicon EarGels for a secure seal so that they don’t fall off the ears when being used.

“We are thrilled to announce the launch of Elite 85t series in India, which truly demonstrates that our commitment to ANC is no exception. Today’s users demand great devices in small packaging, and the Elite 85t which offers superior sound experience in an optimal fit and sleek design fulfils the need,” said Dr Amitesh Punhani, Country Marketing Manager at Jabra.

Jabra Elite 85t pricing and features

The Jabra Elite 85t is priced at Rs 18,999 and is being offered in Titanium Black colour from December 1 in India. Jabra says that more colours of the 85t will be made available January 2021 onwards.

The Elite 85t features Jabra Advanced ANC that is a step above the standard ANC earphones from the company. The dual chipset in the earphones offers ANC capabilities and sound processing. With features like HearThrough, users can also listen to the ambient sounds as it comes in very handy when you want to talk to a person nearby. 

These earbuds are equipped with six microphones, three on each ear, two on the outside and one on the inside. The inside and outside mics help the earphones provide ANC and filters out most of the ambient noise. The microphones also help in improving wind-noise protection that allows users to make calls without any interference. 

The earbuds have an adjustable dual slider that gives the users flexibility to choose between full ANC to full HearThrough. The semi-in ear design of the earbuds is also comfortable as Jab has used ear gels for better sealing in the ear. 

The Jabra Elite 85t offers 5.5 hours worth of battery life on a single charge with ANC enabled. With the carrying case that doubles up as the charging case, users can get 25 hours of battery life and 31 hours with ANC off.

 

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OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro design renders surface online yet again

New renders of the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro have surfaced online yet again, giving us a glimpse of the upcoming successors to the OnePlus 8 series. There are several reports hinting at the possibility of an early launch of the OnePlus 9 series in March 2021. The OnePlus 8T was launched on October 14 but rumours and speculations around OnePlus 9 are starting to take shape now.

According to a report by LetsGoDigital in collaboration with Concept Creator that reveals the new renders of the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro, we can see the two phones carry forward the rectangular camera module that debuted on the 8T. The curves on the side are seemingly more pronounced in the new renders while the OnePlus 9 is said to feature a flat-screen like the 8T. 

Recently, popular tipster OnLeaks posted the CAD renders of the alleged OnePlus 9 Pro that gave us a glimpse of the Pro variant in the OnePlus 9 series. However, shortly afterwards, OnePlus CEO Pete Lau sent out a tweet stating that “No design is ever set in stone. Because if it were, it wouldn't be a very lightweight smartphone.” 

The phone is expected to feature a quad-camera setup as has been indicated by the renders. The OnePlus 9 is also expected to feature a bigger display than the OnePlus 8T that could have 120Hz refresh rate.

The OnePlus 9 is likely to come powered by the upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon 875 processor and could also bring 65W fast charging along with the flat-display. Qualcomm will announce its latest flagship processor at an event on December 1.

Another report has allegedly revealed the camera details of the OnePlus 9 and the phone is expected to have a triple camera setup on the back. The OnePlus 9 is rumoured to have a 48MP primary camera with a 48MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a macro or monochrome sensor. As for the OnePlus 9 Pro, it is expected to feature a quad-camera setup on the back with both phones supporting 120Hz refresh rates.

OnePlus 9 series leaked specifications

OnePlus 9 is expected to feature a 6.55-inch display while the OnePlus 9 Pro is rumoured to come with a 6.7-inch screen. Moreover, there are rumours that the screen supports 120Hz refresh rate and not 144Hz as was speculated previously.

OnePlus 9 series is rumoured to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 875 processor that’s due out in December. The leak indicates that the upcoming phones in the series could have IP68 certification, NFC and dual stereo speakers. The company could also provide the same 65W fast charging that it debuted with the OnePlus 8T in October along with support for 40W fast wireless charging.

 

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Apple now offering a 5 month free Apple Music subscription to new users

If you’ve ever wanted to subscribe to Apple Music, this is probably a really good time to do so as Apple is now giving new Apple Music users a free subscription for 5 months through Shazam. This is essentially a part of Apple’s special holiday offer and will be available for users in Canada, Australian The US, a few other countries and finally, India. Do note that the offer is valid till 17 January, 2021. 

To avail the offer all you have to do is download Shazam and use the app to identify a song which will then direct you to Apple Music where you can apply for the offer. Again, this is only available to new users. Current and existing users of Apple Music cannot avail this offer. This comes as no surprise as the holiday season is upon us and there will be other offers coming up as well. 

Apple purchased Shazam in 2017 and folded the music identifying app into its own ecosystem. The standard offer for new users on Apple Music is a three-month trial period and have even created a new ‘Stream Local’ initiative to support Indian Music artists. You can read more about that here. 

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PlayStation 5 Owners Banned for Selling Access to PS Plus Collection to PlayStation 4 Owners: Report

PlayStation 5 owners are reportedly getting banned for selling access to PS Plus Collection to PlayStation 4 players. PS5 owners get the PS Plus Collection when they first log in to their PS5 with their PlayStation account, and this includes several games that also work on the PS4.

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Moto G 5G vs OnePlus Nord: Snapdragon 750G vs 765G compared

Moto G 5G has just launched in India as an affordable 5G smartphone in the mid-range segment. While Indian telecom companies are yet to deploy a 5G network, there is no scarcity of phones supporting 5G connectivity in India. However, 5G as a feature was commonly seen on phones in the high-end and premium segment until the launch of Moto G 5G. 

With the Moto G 5G, the company has launched the device at Rs 20,999 in India, making it the most affordable 5G smartphone available in the country. At the price, it goes up against the OnePlus Nord which is its closest 5G competitor starting at Rs 24,999. So how does the Moto G 5G stand against the OnePlus Nord? We find out in this specification based comparison of the Moto G 5G and OnePlus Nord.

Moto G 5G vs OnePlus Nord: pricing and availability

The Moto G 5G is priced at Rs 20,999 in India for the sole 6GB+128GB option and will sell online on Flipkart.

The OnePlus Nord starts at Rs 24,999 for the base 6GB+64GB variant, Rs 27,999 for the 8GB+128GB variant and Rs 29,999 for the 8GB+256GB storage option. The phone can be purchased from Amazon India and OnePlus India store.

Moto G 5G vs OnePlus Nord: Design and Display

The Moto G 5G has a plastic build with a squircle camera module on the back while the OnePlus Nord uses Gorilla Glass 5 on the back and a plastic frame. The Moto G is also tad a bit thicker and heftier than the Nord due to the bigger display and battery. It measures 9.9 millimetres in thickness and weighs 212 grams while the Nord is 8.2 millimetres thin weighing in at 184 grams. 

The display is where things get interesting for a bit as the Moto G offers a larger 6.7-inch Full HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) resolution display that uses an LCD panel and is certified for HDR10 playback. 

On the other hand, you get an AMOLED screen on the Nord that measures 6.44-inch and supports 90Hz high refresh rate along with HDR10+ playback. Additionally, the screen on the Nord is topped with a layer of Gorilla Glass 5 which is something the Moto G doesn’t offer. 

Moreover, when choosing between the two, it often boils down to the personal preference of either going with a larger screen or slightly smaller display that supports a 90Hz refresh rate. 

Moto G 5G vs OnePlus Nord: Under the hood

Moto G 5G is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G processor that is fabricated on an 8nm process and brings 5G support to the mid-range segment. The Snapdragon 750G has an octa-core processor with two prime cores running at 2.2GHz and six power-efficient cores clocked at 1.8GHz. The GPU on board is the Adreno 619. 

On the OnePlus Nord, we get the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor that is fabbed using a smaller 7nm process and Adreno 620 GPU. There is an octa-core CPU on board that features two performance cores clocked at 2.4GHz and 2.2GHz respectively along with six power-efficient cores running at 1.8GHz. 

The Moto G 5G is the first phone with the Snapdragon 750G to arrive in India and it will be interesting to see how it fares in benchmarks and real-world usage against the OnePlus Nord. The Snapdragon 750G uses Kryo 570 cores which is also used on the Snapdragon 865. This was the reason why Geekbench scores of Snapdragon 750G reported earlier seemed better than those of the Snapdragon 765G. Having said that, we will be conducting our own independent tests to see whether the Moto G 5G is able to hold its fort against the OnePlus Nord.

Moto G 5G runs on Android 10 with a light skin featuring some customisations while the OnePlus Nord brings in the same OxygenOS 10 experience that is found in its premium phones.

With the Moto G 5G, users also have an option to expand the storage further by adding a microSD card of upto 1TB. The Nord does not offer such support. Other than that, both the phones have the same set of connectivity features including Bluetooth 5.1, Wi-Fi and USB Type-C. 

The ‘batwing’ logo on the Moto G 5G doubles up as a fingerprint reader while the Nord offers an in-screen fingerprint reader. 

Moto G 5G vs OnePlus Nord: Cameras

Moto G 5G has a triple camera setup on the back that consists of a primary 48MP camera with an f/1.7 aperture, a secondary 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 118-degree field-of-view and a 2MP macro camera. 

On the front, there is a 16MP selfie camera housed within the punch hole cutout in the centre. The rear cameras can record in 4K at 30FPS and supports EIS.

As for the Nord, it offers a quad-camera setup on the back that has a primary 48MP camera with f/1.8 aperture and OIS support, a secondary 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 119-degree field-of-view, a 5MP depth sensor and a 2MP macro camera. 

The OnePlus Nord has two selfie cameras on the front, a primary 32MP camera and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 105-degree field-of-view. The rear cameras can record in 4K at 30FPS with support for OIS and EIS.

We will be testing the camera on the Moto G 5G in detail before drawing conclusions based on the spec-sheet.

Moto G 5G vs OnePlus Nord: Battery 

The Moto G 5G is powered by a large 5,000mAh battery that supports 20W fast charging. The Nord, on the other hand, offers a 4,115mAh battery that supports 30W fast charging.

Here again, the choice is between going for a larger battery phone or a phone with a slightly smaller battery but fast charging support that offers faster recharge times as compared to normal speeds.

 

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FAU-G is up for pre-registration on Google Play Store

nCore games have announced that it has opened pre-registrations for FAU-G: Fearless and United Guards. Those interested can pre-register for the game on the Google Play Store here. This development comes just a few days after Google effectively purged all fake FAU-G clones looking to cash in on the game’s hype. To recall, the game was announced by Bollywood actor, Akshay Kumar. The developers released a trailer in October, where they promised to launch the game by the end of November. It is not yet known when exactly the game will be made available for download. Those who choose to pre-register can choose to be notified when the game will be available for download, or download the game automatically the moment it becomes available. 

On the auspicious occasion of Gurupurab, we are starting the pre-registrations of FAU-G: Fearless And United Guards. Pre-register and be the first to play the game. #FAUG #BeFearless Pre-registration link: https://ift.tt/37r6VLA @akshaykumar #happygurupurab

— nCORE Games (@nCore_games) November 30, 2020

The appearance of the game on the Google Play Store also gives us a deeper understanding of what the game is going to be about. This includes the description of the game, its age rating as well as a screenshot in particular which seems to show the game’s main menu. 

The game’s description is pretty much what we know already about the game's setting. It reads, “Join a special unit of FAU-G commandos on patrol in dangerous border territory. Come face-to-face with India’s enemies as you engage with hostile invaders on Indian soil. Fight for survival against the unforgiving terrain and the implacable enemy. Fill the shoes of a patriotic soldier and experience the bravery, brotherhood, and sacrifice of the men guarding the country’s borders.” 

The FAU-G’s listing also confirms that it features in-game purchases. It should be noted that the company will be donating 20% of the net revenue generated to the Bharat Ke Veer Trust. Further, the game is listed for those who are at least 16-years-old. 

Finally, the screenshot of the main menu also gives us a little insight into what the game will offer at launch. At the centre is presumably our in-game avatar, who is holding what seems to be an improvised axe that seems to be a part of a bicycle case attached to a bit of wood. This, combined with the other artwork, suggests that the game will not feature weapons and will have a focus on melee combat. Further, in the top right corner of the screen, we see two sets of in-game currency. We can speculate that one will be the free currency that players get for free, while the other is a premium currency that players will have to pay for. At the bottom left is the store where players will be able to make in-game purchases. At the top left, we can either see the player level status or the map selection screen, we don’t know for sure yet. At the bottom right is the button to start playing. 

It should be noted that the minimum requirements for the game is not yet known as that section only notes that it varies for each device.

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Microsoft Teams will stop working for all users on IE11 from today onward

Microsoft announced earlier this year that Microsoft Teams, a popular video conferencing application, is all set to lose support and compatibility on Internet Explorer 11. The move is set in motion to urge users to shift to the new Chromium-based Edge browser.

Microsoft has also announced that from 17 August  2021, remaining Microsoft 365 services will also be discontinued on IE11. This announcement states that just after ending the support for the legacy Microsoft Edge browser on 9 March 2021, it would be applied to the Microsoft 365 services.

The company on its official blog post announced that users will have a degraded experience or won’t be able to connect to the Microsoft 365 services or apps.

 “For degraded experiences, new Microsoft 365 features will not be available or certain features may cease to work when accessing the app or service via IE 11. While we know this change will be difficult for some customers, we believe that customers will get the most out of Microsoft 365 when using the new Microsoft Edge. We are committed to helping make this transition as smooth as possible.” was quoted by Microsoft on its blog.

We can see that support for IE11 has been greatly decreasing and support for legacy-based edge browser is also in its last phase. 

You can download the latest version of Microsoft Edge from here, it is now available for Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, iOS, Android, and macOS. So even if you are using an older version of Windows, you would still be able to upgrade your browser experience and continue working with Microsoft apps.

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FAU-G, Made-in-India Shooter, Goes Live on Google Play

FAU-G mobile game has finally arrived on Google Play store. The game is still not launched yet, but after multiple delays and changing launch dates, it has now been put up on the Google Play store for pre-registration. It seems like the developers are restricting to Android for now to launch the new mobile game as the registrations have not appeared on Apple's App sto...

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Google removes all fake FAU-G apps from the Play Store

It looks like Google has purged all fake FAU-G apps from the Play Store. As of writing, searching for ‘faug’ or ‘fau-g’ does not result in any apps being suggested. This would come as good news for the developer of FAU-G, nCore games, as well as the players in general. To recall, The Google Play Store was littered with fake versions of the apps that tried to cash-in on the hype surrounding the upcoming game. These games used multiple techniques in order to get people to download them. Some used the same acronym or sounded the same as FAU-G, while others used the same game logo. Most claimed to be a guide for the game, but considering the fact that the game has not been released yet, it’s not known who these guides were for or if the information in these guides was even accurate. 

Those who ended up downloading any of these apps could end up with a bunch of issues. If the user is lucky, they could end up with a cheap asset-flipped game that looks and plays terribly. If they were unlucky, the app could contain malware that may steal data. As such, players are better off waiting for the game to officially release.

Speaking of the game’s launch, FAU-G was supposed to release in November. However, it looks like the game has been delayed. The reason for the delay is not yet known as nCore Game’s Twitter account has been pretty quiet since releasing a trailer for the game on Dussehra. The trailer focused on the Galwan Valley, which seems to suggest that the game will be based on the clashes that happened between Indian and Chinese forces earlier this year. It also shows no firearms, suggesting that the combat will be melee-focused. You can know more about that here. 

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Vivo V20 Pro price leaked ahead of launch in India

The price of the upcoming Vivo V20 Pro has leaked online ahead of its launch on December 2 in India. The V20 Pro features a 44MP dual selfie camera and Snapdragon 765G processor and was unveiled in September in Thailand. It follows the V20 series that has already launched in India with the V20 in October and V20 SE in November.

According to several reports online, the V20 Pro was spotted on Reliance Digital, Poorvika Mobile and Sangeetha Mobiles listed at a price of Rs 29,990. Interestingly, the price of the V20 SE was also spoiled by a listing on Reliance Digital just days prior to its official launch. In the case of V20 Pro, the said listing has since been taken down. 

Having said that, it is likely that the phone is launched at Rs 29,990 as previous reports have also indicated the same. The V20 Pro is confirmed to launch on December 2 which is when the price will be officially revealed with the phone going on sale on Amazon India. As the phone has already been announced we already know its key specifications and features.

Vivo V20 Pro specifications

Vivo V20 Pro features a 6.44-inch Full HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) resolution display that uses an AMOLED panel. There is a wide notch upfront that houses the two selfie cameras and the screen is also home to a fingerprint reader.

The phone measures 7.49 millimetres in thickness and weighs 170 grams. The back panel is made from AG Matte Glass that has a matte finish which makes it fingerprint-resistant.

The V20 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. It runs on FuntouchOS 11 which is based on Android 10. It goes up against the OnePlus Nord as it is also powered by the same processor and starts at Rs 24,999. 

Vivo V20 Pro comes with a triple camera setup on the back that consists of a primary 64MP camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 2MP monochrome sensor. On the front, there is a primary 44MP selfie camera and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 105-degree field-of-view.

The V20 Pro is powered by a 4,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging out-of-the-box. It is available in three colours-- Sunset Melody, Midnight Jazz and Moonlight Sonata colours.

 

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CD Projekt Red says Cyberpunk 2077s multiplayer will almost be a stand-alone game by itself

As we reported earlier, CD Projekt Red has said that Cyberpunk 2077’s DLC would be announced when the game was released on December 10. Well, we’ve got more news coming up as CD Projekt Red President Adam Kicinski has also said that the game’s multiplayer ‘mode’ will be an almost stand-alone game by itself. According to a transcription of an earnings call by SeekingAlpha, Adam Kicinski said, “So, first, we don't call it modes. It's a separate, dedicated production, a big production. We think about it as a standalone product.”

So what does that mean? Well, for one, the game could still be connected to the main Cyberpunk 2077 single-player world but will offer completely different experiences, missions and so on. The company has been keeping the multiplayer portion of the game under wraps for now, but we do expect CD Projekt Red to make an official announcement soon enough. The game is scheduled to be launched on December 10, so we should definitely hear more about the various in-game modes then. Although, Kicinski has also said that we should get more news about the multiplayer mode during Q1 2021. 

One thing to note is that the multiplayer portion of the game will have micro transactions but it isn't clear at all what kind of game economy it will follow. Rest assured that if you want a particular piece of gear, you may have to pay for it. But CD Projekt Red have also said that the company intended t deliver a value for money product even when it comes to micro transactions. 

Well, all we can do right now is wait for the game to come  out on December 10. Stay tuned to Digit for more Cyberpunk 2077 news and updates. 

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Call of Duty: Mobile to get new version of Nuketown map in Season 13 update

It’s the end of the month and pretty much like clockwork, Activision has started teasing the next big update to Call of Duty: Mobile's upcoming Season 13. The developers have teased a new map coming to the game, and as always, internet sleuths have already deduced that the next seasonal update will be the new version of the ever-popular Nuketown map. This time around, it looks like players will be treated to a Russian-themed version of the map that was seen in Call of Duty: Back Ops 4.

Bundle up! It has been getting quite chilly lately...⁣ ⁣ Coming to #CODMobile in the next season! pic.twitter.com/cEDQjb86Tm

— Call of Duty: Mobile (@PlayCODMobile) November 28, 2020

The tweet itself doesn’t reveal much about what’s to come, but the house shown in the image is a dead-ringer for the one used in the Russian-version of Nuketown. This version of Nuketown is functionally identical to the standard version of Nuketown, which is a Russian twist. So you get Russian-style buildings and instead of trucks and busses in the middle, players will find Russian locomotives. The map in Black Ops 4 also features snow, which would match the overall winter theme considering that the Season 13 update will run through December.

Nuketown as it appears in Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 (image credit: calllofduty.fandom.com)

It is not yet known if the new map will replace the existing Nuketown map, or will exist as a separate map. It is also not yet known if the new Nuketown will be a temporary addition or not, just like the Halloween-themed version of the Standoff map. It looks like we’ll just have to wait and find out.

However, the Season 12 ‘Going Dark’ update is still going on. As the name would imply, the update brought with it special night modes for Crash, Summit and the new Hackney Yard maps. The new mode makes it pretty much impossible to see anything without night vision goggles and as a result, colour and detail takes a hit, making it much harder to differentiate between friend and foe. Besides this and the aforementioned Hackney Yard map, players also got two new weapons. A new SMG and a new pistol. The SMG comes with the option to use 5.56mm ammunition, which lets users use it like an assault rifle, while the pistol comes with the ‘akimbo’ perk.

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Xiaomi Redmi 9A base variant price hiked by Rs 200 in India

Xiaomi has increased the price of the Redmi 9A base variant by Rs 200 in India. The new price is effective both for online and offline retail stores and now people looking to buy the Redmi 9A will have to shell out Rs 200 more. The Redmi 9A was launched in India earlier in September starting at Rs 6,799 as an entry-level phone in the Redmi 9 series.

As per a report by MySmartPrice, Xiaomi has sent an email to its authorised partners detailing the increase in the price of the Redmi 9A with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage. The original price of this model was Rs 6,799 but now the company has increased it by Rs 200, bringing it to Rs 6,999. Do note however, the second variant with 3GB RAM continues to retail at Rs 7,499.

The Redmi 9A is one of the most affordable Xiaomi phones in the entry-level segment followed by the Redmi 9i, Redmi 9 and Redmi 9 Prime. The 9A features a big display, octa-core processor and a large capacity battery to boot. 

Xiaomi Redmi 9A specifications

Xiaomi Redmi 9A features a 6.53-inch HD+ (1600 x 720 pixels) resolution display with a waterdrop notch cutout on top for the selfie camera. This gives the screen a 20:9 aspect ratio with 400 nits maximum brightness. It measures 9 millimetres in thickness and weighs 196 grams. The Redmi 9A comes in three colours-- Midnight Black, Sea Blue and Nature Green.

The 9A is powered by MediaTek Helio G25 processor with an octa-core CPU and is paired with upto 3GB RAM and 32GB storage options to choose from. It also supports memory expansion by upto 512GB via microSD card. It runs on MIUI 12 out-of-the-box.

The Redmi 9A comes with a 13MP camera with an f/2.2 aperture and a 5MP selfie camera housed within the notch cutout. It comes with the basic set of sensors and connectivity features like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. Xiaomi Redmi 9A is equipped with 5,000mAh battery with 10W regular charging speeds.

 

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Vi Rs 1197 plan brings with it 15GB data per day along with weekend rollover

Vi has a Rs 1197 plan that brings with it validity of 180 days, truly unlimited calling and 1.5GB data per day. The good thing about the plan is that if you don't consume the 1.5GB data in the day, it gets added to the weekend rollover. 

What is weekend rollover?

With weekend data rollover, a user can carry forward his/her unused data from the week over to the weekend. Let’s take the data available on the above plan as an example. The above Rs 1197 plan brings with it 1.5GB data per day. Say you use only 0.5GB data on the first day, the remaining 1 GB isn't lost. All the unused data from the rest of the week is added to the weekend kitty. So, on Saturday, you will have access to the accumulated data of the week along with the 1.5GB of Saturday. You can understand weekend data rollover in more detail here. 

Weekend data rollover isn't limited to the Rs 1197 plan. In fact, the Rs 1197 plan is an addition to a curation of plans available with weekend data rollover. The plans with weekend data rollover start at Rs 249 and go up to Rs 2595. You can check out the complete list here.  

Those that want to check their weekly accumulated data can do so on the Vi app. According to Vi, “Weekend Rollover data accumulated will be available in the APP widget section. You can also dial *199# to know your balance”

If you are a postpaid user, then know that there are a lot of postpaid plans from different service providers that offer data rollover on a monthly basis. These plans range from an affordable Rs 399 per month and go above Rs 1000 per month. You can check out our in-depth comparison of the postpaid plans here. 

If you are looking to get a new broadband connection or upgrade your connection, then you can check our detailed comparison of the best broadband plans with unlimited data here. 

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Motorola Moto G 5G with 48MP triple cameras launched in India: Price, specifications and availability

Motorola Moto G 5G has officially launched in India, bringing an affordable 5G phone to the mid-range smartphone segment. The Moto G 5G was announced alongside Moto G9 Power earlier this month for the European market and has now finally arrived in India. 

The Moto G 5G aims to be an affordable offering in the mid-range with features like Full HD+ screen, triple cameras, Snapdragon processor with 5G support and a high-capacity battery to boot. Here’s everything you should know about the Moto G 5G including its price in India, specifications and availability details.

Moto G 5G Price and Availability

Moto G 5G is priced at Rs 20,999 for the single variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. The Moto G 5G will go on sale in India from December 7 on Flipkart and is being offered in Volcanic Gray and Frosted Silver colours to choose from.

Moto G 5G specifications

The Motorola Moto G 5G features a 6.7-inch Full HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) resolution display with a punch-hole cutout in the middle for the selfie camera. This gives the screen a 20:9 aspect ratio with the screen being certified for HDR10 playback. The Moto G 5G measures 9.9 millimetres in thickness and weighs 212 grams.

Moto G 5G is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G processor with an octa-core CPU running at up to 2.2 GHz speeds and Adreno 619 GPU. This is paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage with support for microSD cards for further storage expansion upto 1TB. It runs on Android 10 based skin with some customized features. 

The Moto G 5G has a triple camera setup on the back that consists of a primary 48MP camera with an f/1.7 aperture, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 118-degree-field of-view and a 2MP macro camera. The rear cameras can record in 4K UHD at 30FPS and is backed by electronic image stabilization (EIS) system. As for the selfies, there is a 16MP selfie camera on the front housed within the notch cutout in the middle.

The fingerprint reader finds its place on the rear panel and the Moto G 5G is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 20W fast charging.

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CD Projekt Red to reveal Cyberpunk 2077 DLC after launch on December 10

Yes, Cyberpunk 2077 has been delayed more times than an Air India flight but hope is that December 10 will be the final launch date of the much-awaited action RPG from CD Projekt Red. The game does look to one of the most ambitious gamers ever from all the footage that has been revealed, but we will only know the true depth of the game once we get our hands on it. Another piece of news that has recently been announced is that the DLC for Cyberpunk 2077 will be revealed after the launch of the game. 

The info was shared by CD Projekt Red President, Adam Kiciński during a recent this-quarter earnings call. We also found out that CD Projekt Red had planned on announcing the DLC before the launch of the game but had to hold off on making the announcement because of the delay. Kiciński said, “We decided to wait for the release to provide gamers with the game and then start talking about future projects," said Kiciński. We'll share our thoughts about [it] next year once we will update our strategy. It will happen in Q1 next year, and that will be after releasing Cyberpunk and that will be the right moment to discuss deeper or all key aspects around future releases.", when commenting about the game’s multiplayer component. 

From what we’ve read of the earnings call, CD Projekt intends to stick to the December 10 release date with no further delays rocking the boat. The much -awaited game released on December 10 for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and Google Stadia. 

 

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Heres how you can view a users WhatsApp status without them ever finding out

WhatsApp users know by now that the status on the app is available for 24 hours and then it disappears. The feature was introduced about two years ago and has since been revamped for users to share videos and photos with their friends and contacts. When you do check the WhatsApp status of a particular user, the users is then notified and knows who checked it. But, there is a way for you to check someone's status without them finding out. 

You can use the ‘Read Receipt’ feature on WhatsApp to access this option. Essentially what the ‘ Read Receipt’ feature does is show you who’s read your message. When you see a message that has been sent by you with two tick marks, it means that the message has been delivered. When the tick marks turn blue, it means that the message that you’ve sent has been read by the receiver. Now, when you turn the ‘Read Receipts’ feature off, it also has the added benefit of not letting the person whose status you’ve checked out know about it. 

Remember that when you do turn off the feature, you will not be able to see who has checked out your status as well. It’s essentially a one-way street, really. So, if you’re going to be a bit sneaky about it, you could ideally turn off the ‘Read Receipt’ feature every time you want to check up on someone’s status. But, honestly, who really has the time for that? Plus, you don't want to seem like a stalker do you? In fact, we've even got article on all the new options and features on WhatsApp that you can check out, right here. 

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Sony reportedly banning PS5 users selling PlayStation Plus Collection enabled accounts to PS4 users

If you have a brand new PS5, then one of the things worth checking out is the PlayStation Plus Collection. It is a curation of 20 games (10 first-party games and 10 third party games) to give owners of the new console access to some of the best games available on the previous generation consoles. 

However, it looks like PS5 users are exploiting the service and “selling” access to their account to PS4 owners. Since all 20 games are backwards compatible, users with a PS4 will be able to access the games. According to VGC, “One user had made £100+ charging over 20 users £5 each to unlock the PS Plus Collection on their PS4 consoles. According to many users on a popular Chinese forum, Sony has issued multiple bans in the region for both PS5 owners selling access to the PS Plus Collection and those PS4 owners who have purchased access to it.”

It looks like the account will be banned for a period of 2 months and “any PS5 consoles involved in the scheme have been permanently blocked from network services”.

PlayStation Plus Collection is an attempt from Sony to take on Xbox Game Pass. While Xbox Game Pass offers first-party games on launch date and has a catalogue of 100+ games, PlayStation Plus Collections is a kickstart for PS5 owners that don't want to spend a lot on games. Sony also has a service called PlayStation Now giving users access to more than 800 games. PlayStation Now isn't available in India and you can learn more about the service here.  

Speaking of the PS5, the console is available worldwide and even though India has a price for the console, there is no official launch date yet. We got our hands on the PS5 and you can check out our unboxing and first look of the console here.

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PUBG Mobile yet to receive permission from Govt of India to resume operations: report

PUBG Mobile may have revealed its plans for a comeback to India but the developers are yet to receive permission from the government for officially resuming operations, as per the latest report. PUBG Corporation announced a new version of PUBG Mobile for the Indian users on November 12 and since then, fans of the popular battle royale game have waited with bated breath for it to land on the Play Store and App Store.

According to a report by InsideSport that cites sources in the MEITY (Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology), neither PUBG Corp nor PUBG India has been permitted to resume operations in India, Moreover, the source told InsideSport that the government remains firm on its stance for the ban put on the game since September 2. 

The report also quotes another Ministry official who said, “Any banned entity can’t operate just by floating a new company. This even Tik Tok or anyone else can do. They will have to get permissions from MEITY to operate once again in India.” 

Recently, PUBG India Pvt Ltd was established as a subsidiary based out of Bangalore, however, the latest report indicates that it is not a substantial development for the ban to be revoked. The company has definitely made headway into the launch of PUBG Mobile India and has already released a dedicated website, Instagram, Facebook handles and a YouTube channel.

PUBG Corp needs to address the privacy and security concerns of the Indian government for the new version of PUBG Mobile to launch in India. To this end, the developer’s parent company Krafton Inc recently inked a deal with Microsoft for using the Azure cloud service to store users' data in an attempt to ensure personal data protection. 

PUBG Mobile India was rumoured to release on November 20 in India, however, we were able to confirm that it wasn’t the case and players will have to wait longer. The company has released a teaser for the return of PUBG Mobile in India featuring three popular PUBG Mobile players-- Aaditya ‘Dynamo’ Sawant, Jonathan Amaral and Chetan ‘Kronten’ Chandgude.

PUBG Mobile India is set to release sometime soon and will feature customized content including a virtual simulation training ground, clothed characters from the start, green hit effects and restriction settings on game time to inculcate healthy gaming habits in younger players. Here are answers to some of the common questions about the return of PUBG Mobile in India.

 

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Motorola Moto G9 Plus surfaces on BIS, could launch soon in India

Motorola Moto G9 Plus has been spotted in a listing on the BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) hinting at an imminent launch in India. The Moto G9 Plus was officially announced in September in Brazil and follows the Moto G9 that was launched in August in India. The company recently announced the Moto E7 for the European markets and is gearing to launch the Moto G 5G on November 30 in India.

According to a report by MySmartPrice, the Moto G9 Plus has been certified by the BIS and two model numbers (XT2083-7, XT2087-3) have been listed on the website. These model numbers coincide with those of the Moto G9 Plus which is an indication that the phone could soon launch in India.

The Moto G9 Plus features a mid-range Qualcomm processor, packs in a 5,000mAh battery to boot and features 64MP quad cameras on the back. There’s currently no official word on the launch of the G9 Plus in India yet. However, the company is preparing to announce the Moto G 5G as an affordable 5G phone in the mid-range segment.

Motorola Moto G9 Plus specifications

Moto G9 Plus features a 6.8-inch Full HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) resolution display with a punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera. As per the listing, the Moto G9 Plus measures 9.69 millimetres in thickness and weighs 223 grams.

The G9 Plus is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 processor and is paired with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. Moreover, the phone supports microSD cards of upto 128GB for users to expand the storage further.

The Moto G9 Plus comes with a quad-camera setup that consists of a primary 64MP camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 118-degree field-of-view, a 2MP depth sensor and a 2MP macro lens. On the front, there is a 16MP selfie camera housed within the notch cutout.

The Moto G9 Plus comes fitted with a 5,000mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging out-of-the-box.

 

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Cyberpunk 2077 Edition OnePlus 8T teardown reveals interesting design and aesthetic changes

As we eagerly wait for Cyberpunk 2077 to release, OnePlus is already a step ahead as the company released the OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 Edition phone back in November. Well, we've also got a teardown of the phone, courtesy of PBKreviews on Youtube. 

The teardown reveals that it has the same internals as the OnePlus 8T, but it has the OnePlus signature Sandstone back, as there appears to be vinyl skin/texture applied at the underside of the back glass to give the sandstone look. The camera glass on the back is also only for aesthetic purpose and houses the standard OnePlus 8T camera.

Once the camera module is removed, the sandwich styled motherboard, housing the powerful Snapdragon 865 Soc along with 12GB RAM, is removed and shows that to handle thermals, it is covered with thermal paste, copper tape, and graphite film with the bottom of the motherboard connecting to the copper vapor chamber to dissipate heat.

The battery of the OnePlus 8T is where it shines as it has a dual battery setup that offers upto 65W dash charging and in the teardown, we can see one 2,200mAh battery glued to a 2,250mAH battery. The copper chamber also extends below the battery for a larger area to dissipate heat.

The teardown shows that replacement of the screen is a tedious process as you have to first go through the removal of all the components from the back of the phone and only then after removing the backplate you can access the screen of the phone.

The performance of this phone should be the same as OnePlus 8T, and you can check our review of the OnePlus 8T here.

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Leaked benchmarks show NVIDIA RTX 3060 Ti outperforms RTX 2080 Super

The new Ampere cards possess more performance than their predecessors as the leaks suggest from Videocardz, the performance of the NVIDIA RTX 3060Ti is either on par or better than the Turning architecture based RTX 2080 Super. As per the leaked slide for the RTX 3060Ti, the tests were carried out on an Intel Core i9-10900K CPU at 2560 x 1440 resolution, no other information was provided about RAM or motherboard used.

Given the numbers and performance improvements in the new cards, they could be crushing the market of budget gamers as the 3060Ti is rumored to be priced at $399 (roughly Rs 30,000 directly converted), while the RTX 2080 Super currently costs around $699 (roughly Rs 52,000 directly converted). While the speculated launch of the new card is just around the corner on December 2 (yet to be announced), we know from the previous launches of the RTX 3000 series cards that NVIDIA has been making significant strides with the Ampere architecture.

Looking at the numbers from Videocardz, in 3DMark Fire Strike test, the RTX 3060Ti performed between RTX 3070 and RTX 2080 Super. The RTX 3060Ti scored 30706 when compared to the 28980 score of the previous generation RTX 2080 Super and 34200 of the RTX 3070. Performance in 3DMark Time Spy test yielded similar rankings of the cards, as the 3070 scored 13740, compared to 11640 score of RTX 2080 Super and 12175 points for the RTX 3060Ti.

In gaming benchmarks, the non-ray tracing (rasterized) scores show that RTX 3060Ti is about 10 percent faster than RTX 2080 Super in Red Dead Redemption 2, Doom Eternal, and Horizon Zero Dawn while performing similarly in Gears of War 5. In ray-tracing enabled games, it shows an improvement of about 20-40 percent in games such as Wolfenstein Youngblood and Minecraft RTX. The cards show promising improvements in rendering applications such as Blender and Arnold with improvements almost up to 50 percent.

Given the current shortages of new generation cards from NVIDIA, it is likely that this card would be the go-to choice for gamers in the entry-level segment given the $399 price. Interested gamers would have to either pre-book the card or keep on checking the NVIDIA inventory for the availability of the new cards.  

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JioGames announces Clash Royale tournament in India

JioGames will be hosting a 27-day Clash Royale tournament in India in partnership with the game’s developer, Supercell. The tournament is open to all and there are no registration fees involved. The company notes in its press release that the winner will be “bestowed” with the “India Kaa Gaming Champion” title. The semi-finals, as well as the finals of the tournament, will be streamed on JioTV.

Registration for the tournament is already underway and will go on till December 19. The finals will be held between December 21 and December 25. While the exact prize pool is not known, Jio notes that winners will get “big cash prizes” as well as weekly giveaways. 

Those interested can register by clicking here.

Players will need maximum wins in the ‘1-versus-1’ games in order to qualify for the finals. However, the company did not specify how many wins will be needed to qualify.

Unlike Free Fire, PUBG Mobile or Call of Duty: Mobile, Clash Royale is a strategy game that challenges their wits as much as their reflexes. However, those with a penchant for something with more action should check out one of the many Free Fire and Call of Duty: Mobile tournaments that are popping up. If you prefer Free Fire, then Qualcomm’s first foray into esports in India might be just what you are looking for. The tournament is called Snapdragon Conquest: Free Fire Open 2020 and details for that will be revealed soon. If Call of Duty: Mobile is your preferred cup of tea, then Nodwin Gaming’s first-ever standalone Call of Duty: Mobile tournament called Call of Duty Mobile India Challenge 2020 might be just what the doctor ordered. This tournament will offer 5v5 multiplayer as well as battle royale. So games can choose a mode they are most comfortable with. 

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Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 9 5G and Redmi Note 9 4G: Pricing and specifications

Xiaomi has unveiled three new phones in the Redmi Note 9 series. The Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 9 5G and Redmi Note 9 4G have officially launched in China with a new design and upgraded internals. The Redmi Note 9, Redmi Note 9 Pro and Redmi Note 9 Pro Max have already launched in India earlier this year however they were not available in China until now.

There is currently no word if Xiaomi plans to bring the new phones in the Redmi Note 9 series to India anytime soon. However, if it does, it would be interesting to see how it places it in the market when it has already been selling the Redmi Note 9 series in India. In all likelihood, the company may rebrand it if it brings them to the Indian market.

Let’s take a look at the specifications and pricing of the new phones in the Redmi Note 9 lineup.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G pricing and specifications

The Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G features a 6.67-inch Full HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) resolution display with a punch-hole cutout in the centre for the selfie camera. The screen supports 120Hz refresh rate and is certified for HDR10 playback. It is also topped with a layer of Gorilla Glass 5 for added protection against drops. It measures 9 millimetres in thickness and weighs 215 grams with a glass back panel and circular camera module. 

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G powered the Redmi Note 9 Pro with 5G support, an octa-core CPU and Adreno 619 GPU. This is paired with upto 8GB RAM and 256GB storage options to choose from. The phone also offers storage expansion by using a microSD card. It runs on Android 10 based MIUI 12.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G has a quad-camera setup on the back in a circular module that consists of a primary 108MP camera with an f/1.8 aperture that uses Samsung’s ISOCELL HM2 sensor. Then there’s the secondary 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 118-degree field-of-view, a 2MP macro camera and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there is a 16MP selfie camera housed within the notch cutout. The rear cameras can record 4K UHD videos at 30FPS with support for EIS.

The Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G have stereo speakers, side-mounted fingerprint sensor and Type-C port for charging. It is equipped with a 4,820mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging out-of-the-box. Xiaomi claims that its fast charging solution can take the phone from 0-100% in 58 minutes tops.

The Redmi Note 9 Pro starts at CNY 1,599 for the base variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage, CNY 1,799 for the 8GB+128GB option and CNY 1,999 for the maxed-out variant with 8GB+256GB storage. 

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G pricing and specifications

The Redmi Note 9 5G features a 6.53-inch Full HD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels) resolution display with a punch-hole cutout in the top-left corner for the selfie camera. Additionally, the screen is topped with a layer of Gorilla Glass 5. The phone has a plastic built measuring 9.2 millimetres in thickness and weighs 199 grams. 

It is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 800U processor that has an octa-core CPU and Mali-G57 MC3 GPU. This is paired with upto 8GB RAM and 256GB storage options to choose from and users can also expand storage further via microSD card slot. It runs on MIUI 12 based on Android 10.

The Note 9 5G has a triple camera setup on the back that consists of a primary 48MP camera, an 8mP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 2MP macro camera. On the front, you get a 13MP camera for selfies. The rear cameras can record in 4K UHD at 30FPS but do not support EIS.

The Redmi Note 9 5G also has stereo speakers, side-mounted fingerprint reader and comes equipped with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging.

It is priced starting at CNY 1,299 for the 6GB+128GB variant, CNY 1,499 for the 8GB+128GB model and CNY 1,699 for the 8GB+256GB variant.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 4G pricing and specifications

Xiaomi is also offering a 4G variant of the Redmi Note 9 that starts at CNY 999 for the base variant with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. The 6GB+128GB variant is priced at CNY 1,099 followed by 8GB+128GB model at CNY 1,299 and CNY 1,499 for the 8GB+256GB variant. 

The Redmi Note 9 4G has a different design than the 5G version. It features a 6.53-inch Full HD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels) resolution display with a waterdrop notch cutout for the selfie camera. The screen is topped with Gorilla Glass 3. It measures 9.6 millimetres and weighs 198 grams and has a plastic built.

The phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 processor with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 610 GPU. This is paired with upto 8GB RAM and 256GB storage options to choose from. Like the other two phones, the Redmi Note 9 4G also offers storage expansion via microSD card.

It has a triple camera setup on the back with a 48MP primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there is an 8MP selfie camera housed within the waterdrop notch. 

The Note 9 4G has stereo speakers along with a side-mounted fingerprint reader. It is equipped with a 6,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging.

 

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Apple to move manufacturing from China to Vietnam

Apple has asked Foxconn to move the production of MacBooks and iPads manufacturing units to Vietnam as Reuters reports. According to the reports Apple wants to diversify the supply chain due to the ongoing disputes between China and the US. The assembly line would start production in the first half of 2021 at Foxconn’s Bac Giang province according to the Reuters source.

The report doesn’t list out any specific models of the iPad and MacBook lineup which would be shifting to Vietnam or how much production capacity would be shifting to Vietnam. It looks like  Apple has already started the production of Apple AirPods Pro in Vietnam earlier this year. Apple has already been manufacturing certain iPhone models in India, since before the US-China trade war to meet the local import duty regulations and contribute to the Make in India initiative.

Nikkei reported earlier this week, that Foxconn is planning to invest $270 million in Vietnam to expand production and also reports that Foxconn is planning to move almost 30 percent of its production out of China. In the wake of Foxconn expanding its footsteps in Vietnam, other companies such as Pegatron and Wistron have also decided to expand in Vietnam.

Vietnam is geographically close to China and also is a part of RCEP, making it convenient for the procurement of raw materials and shipping out the products for vendors and suppliers. Vietnam also has cheap labour which would make it a viable choice and probably a replacement for China in the near future.  

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Xbox Bug That Could Have Leaked Actual User Email IDs Through Gamer Tag Patched by Microsoft: Report

Microsoft has reportedly patched a bug that could potentially give hackers access to actual email IDs through Xbox users’ gamer tags.

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It looks like the PS5 is outperforming the Xbox Series X in some games: Heres Why

The launch of a new console generation which happens once every 5 or 7 years is filled with excitement, bugs and the ever-prevalent question - which console is more powerful. While we won't see games exploiting the full potential of the next-gen systems for the next few years, early analysis shows that the PS5 runs some third-party games better than the Xbox Series X. This comes as a bit of a surprise since the Series X on paper is the more powerful console. 

The information about the difference in performance comes from Digital Foundry. Digital Foundry analysed the framerate resolution and performance of various games across the two consoles. These games include Devil May Cry 5, Dirt 5, Assassin's Creed Valhalla and Call of Duty: Cold War. 

While the performance of the PS5 isn't outright superior, the difference in performance is surprising. While in resolution mode in some games, the performance is better on the Series X, it is in the frame rates and stability of frame rates that the PS5 seems to be outperforming the Series X. 

In a statement to The Verge, Microsoft said, “We are aware of performance issues in a handful of optimized titles on Xbox Series X|S and are actively working with our partners to identify and resolve the issues to ensure an optimal experience. As we begin a new console generation, our partners are just now scratching the surface of what next-gen consoles can do and minor bug fixes are expected as they learn how to take full advantage of our new platform. We are eager to continue working with developers to further explore the capability of Xbox Series X|S in the future.”

It looks like the difference in the performance of the two consoles has little to do with the hardware and more to do with the optimization of the games for the two machines. According to The Verge, “These performance gaps, weird bugs, and differences between the Xbox Series X and PS5 versions of games look like issues related to the games rather than a platform problem for the Xbox. If Microsoft delivered dev kits and tools far later than Sony, then it could take creators more time to optimize further for Xbox. It may also explain why we didn’t see a lot of Xbox Series X gameplay in the months ahead of launch, but Sony was happy to regularly deliver PS5 gameplay.”

With every console generation, we have seen that games launched during the beginning of generation are quite different in visual fidelity and performance to the ones that launch towards the end of the console's lifecycle. On the PS3, Uncharted: Drake's fortunes looked like a previous-gen game when compared to Uncharted 3 or even The Last of Us. Similarly, the visual fidelity in Gears of War 3 was far superior to Gears of War 1 on the Xbox 360. We’ve seen the same hold true for games on the PS4 and Xbox One. 

While there are no Xbox Series X exclusive games yet to maximize the potential of the new hardware, there are games like Demon Souls that are exclusive to the PS5 because of the hardware on offer. We will have to wait till 2021 or even 2022 to see games that truly exploit the potential of the next generation.

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PUBG Mobile India is reportedly available for a few people

It seems like PUBG Mobile India may already be in the hands of a select few people. According to a now-deleted tweet by popular YouTuber, Maxtern, the game is available for a select few and those individuals will only be allowed to upload videos a day before the official release of the game. He also suggests that he will be posting a ‘first look’ soon and that the servers are not working for the Indian version at the moment. 

As mentioned earlier, Maxtern soon deleted the tweet, which may imply that he wasn’t supposed to reveal the information. Regardless, it isn’t uncommon for influencers, journalists and publications to receive games before launch in order to create content. This could include reviews, features or videos. This allows them to release content as soon as the game is launched. However, there is usually a strict embargo in place to ensure information does not leak beforehand. 

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We still do know when exactly PUBG Mobile India will be launched, but it seems like the date may be just around the corner. According to a post by Gem esports on Instagram, the Google Play Store app review team has been notified of publishing PUBG Mobile India instantly and not to be held up in the review queue. The post cites an anonymous source who also disclosed that the notification was sent out on November 24 which likely means that the game will be hitting the Google Play Store in the next few days. Further, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, has recognised PUBG India Pvt Ltd as an individual entity based out of Bangalore in India.

Regardless, nothing has been revealed yet and users are advised to keep an eye on PUBG Mobile India’s official channels to know what’s in store. Similarly, they should also be aware of any fake PUBG Mobile India trailers that have been popping up online.   

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Nokia 93 PureView delayed to the first half of 2021: Report

If you were looking forward to a flagship phone from Nokia in 2021, then you may need to wait a little while longer. Twitter user Nokia anew has tweeted, “Some bad news. The Nokia 9.3 PureView won’t be unveiled this year. The announcement was postponed to the first half of 2021. The month is still unknown”.

So, it looks like the Nokia 9.3 PureView has been delayed yet again. The smartphone was delayed to the end of 2020 due to the pandemic and it now looks like we will see the flagship phone from Nokia in 2021. The Nokia 9.3 PureView was expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 865 SoC and it remains to be seen whether Nokia will continue with this chipset or move to the newer rumoured Snapdragon 875 chip pegged to launch soon. 

The Nokia 9.3 PureView was expected to be a successor to the Nokia 9 PureView that launched back in 2019. The Nokia 9 PureView bright with it a 5.99-inch 18:9 P-OLED display with a 2K resolution and support for HDR. The highlighting feature of the smartphone was the 5-camera stack on the back. All 5 cameras have a 12MP resolution. Three of the five cameras have monochrome sensors and the other two are RGB sensors. There’s also an additional ToF depth sensor for additional depth information. You can learn more about the Nokia 9 PureView here. 

While we wait for Nokia to dip its toes in the flagship space, Nokia has had a steady stream of smartphone launches in 2020. The company recently launched the Nokia 2.4 priced at Rs 10,399. The device sports a 6.5-inch HD+ display with a 1600x720p resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, it has a MediaTek Helio P22 SoC with 3GB RAM. It also offers 64GB of storage, which can be further expanded by up to 512GB via a microSD card. When it comes to the camera, the smartphone has a dual-rear camera setup with a 13MP primary camera and a 2MP depth-sensing camera. A 4500mAh battery powers the entire package. You can learn more about the smartphone here. 

In addition to smartphones, Nokia also has TVs in India. The company recently launched six new TVs in India in different screen sizes ranging from 32-inches going all the way up to the 65-inch 4K UHD. The new TVs boast of sound by Onkyo. All the TVs are smart TVs and run on Android. You can learn more about the new TVs here. 

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Micromax In 1b 2GB RAM variant runs on Android 10 Go Edition

Micromax In 1b was launched earlier this month alongside the Micromax In Note 1 as the two phones that marked the comeback of the company in India. While the In Note 1 did go on sale, the In 1b was supposed to go on sale from November 26 but the company faced some logistics issue on the day of the launch which is why it was postponed to a later date.

Now we are getting information that the base variant of the Micromax In 1b that has 2GB of RAM runs on Android 10 (Go Edition). This was revealed by the Flipkart listing of the phone that displays two different operating systems for the two variants that are offered by the company. The 2GB RAM variant of the In 1b gets the Android 10 Go Edition while the 4GB RAM variant runs on full-fledged Android 10.

Android 10 (Go Edition) was released in September 2019 with an aim of making the Android ecosystem faster and more secure for entry-level phones and is designed with new app experiences in mind. Google claims that apps boot 10 percent faster on Android 10 (Go edition), as compared to Android 9 (Go edition), and the overall security is improved as well.

There is currently no official word as to when the Micromax In 1b will go on sale in India. Having said that, the countdown timer on the official website has been reset and now indicates that the sale could take place sometime in the second week of December in India.

Micromax In 1b specifications

Micromax In 1B features a 6.52-inch HD+ (1600 x 720 pixels) resolution display with a waterdrop notch cutout on the front. The In 1B measures 8.9 millimetres in thickness and weighs 188 grams.

The In 1B is powered by the MediaTek Helio G35 processor with an octa-core CPU and is paired with upto 4GB RAM and 64GB storage options to choose from. The phone supports storage expansion by using microSD cards of upto 128GB. Like the In Note 1, the In 1B also runs on stock Android. However, the 2GB variant of the phone comes with Android 10 (Go Edition).

The Micromax In 1B has a dual-camera setup on the back that consists of a primary 13MP camera and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there is an 8MP selfie camera housed within the notch cutout.

There is a fingerprint reader on the back and the phone is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery. The Micromax In 1B starts at Rs 6,999 for the base variant with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage, while the 4GB+64GB model is being offered at Rs 7,999.

Still confused about the differences between the Micromax In Note 1 and In 1B, here's a detailed specification based comparison.

 

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