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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BGMI Rising launch party: Only 6 hours of daily gameplay allowed, minors get 3 hours

BGMI Is back in India after the ban and all its fans are back at it and already hooked to the game like there’s no tomorrow. Appropriately enough, Krafton has announced its launch party tournament and has named it BGMI Rising. The event begins tomorrow viz. June 1, 2023 and will go on for four days until June 4, 2023. 

BGMI is now playable after the hassle people were going through last week and have rolled out the 2.5 update which will provide an immersive experience for all its players. Users will be allowed to login in phases in order to have a seamless experience and that is how they have worked on the game's playability. 

The announcement of the launch party was made on the BGMI social media handles by the help of a video so that it reaches out to its fans. 

Also Read: Your Complete Guide To All BGMI Rewards And How To Earn Them Easily

For safeguarding the players and assuring responsible gaming, Krafton has also set out some ground rules for BGMI. Krafton has made it clear that for people below 18 years of age, the gametime will be three hours a day and for others it will be max six hours a day. They didn't stop there. A parental verification will be done as well as daily spend limits will be given for the minors. 

Now, except for the rules, Krafton has also introduced a new map to the game. That map itself is brand new and also brings in a lot of features with it. 

New Map = More BGMI fun

This is the smallest map in the history of BGMI. This is a resort island located in a completely tropical zone. Here the matches will last for up to eight minutes. There are some major features related to the map. They are as follows: 

Mechanism: The most fun feature included are the Ziplines. Players can go around the island using them and also they can install elevators in the hotel buildings in "New City." Other unique new things are Zorb balls, swimming pools, destructible jars and combustible buildings. 

Super recall: This feature allows you to recall the players who die back to the battlefield. But they can come back only within a certain period of their death. Also, this can be done in duo as well as squad mode. In case of solo mode, the player can be recalled automatically without the help of any teammate. 

New Weapons: The new weapon in a Tactical Crossbow. With the help of this a zipline can be restored and also houses can be put on fire by using a fire arrow on the crossbow. At mid and close range players can have a very accurate shot. When you scope in, the mode changes to single shot. 

New Vehicle- Off-road ATV that too a two-seater one has been introduced. It is lightweight and has an amazing speed. This allows the ATV to go smooth when it's a curved path and also maintain the stability and not get rolled over. 

These will all be available at the launch party. Pull up your socks and get set for it as it starts tomorrow.

Also Read: 5 gaming phones under 20000 for playing BGMI

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Google Pixel Watch 2 will help you manage your stress better: Check expected price

The rumours of Pixel Watch 2's announcement with Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro was confirmed earlier this month. Now a report by 9to5Google has given some clarity as to what we can expect from the watch and how it is going to be different from its predecessor. 

Let's have a look at everything the Pixel Watch 2 has to offer. 

Also Read: Google Pixel Watch 2 may arrive in different sizes: 3 things we know about it

Stress sensor in Pixel Watch 2

We have gathered from the report that the Pixel Watch 2 can feature the same sensors as the Fitbit 2’s health sensors. 

The continuous electrodermal activity (cEDA) sensor which tracks the day’s stress and helps manage it and the skin temperature sensor are some of the major features that are expected to feature in the Pixel Watch 2.

Chip upgrade in the Pixel Watch 2

From the report we come to know that the Pixel Watch 2 will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset from the latest “W5” generation. We aren’t really sure about what changes or customisations the chipset would bring in for the new Google wearable. 

Google has always used the Samsung Exynos for its watches, so the sudden shift came as a shock. It was expected that for Pixel Watch 2, Google will be relying on 5nm W920 which has been used in the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and 5. 

Also read: Pixel Fold, Pixel 8 Pro renders reveal major design details of the two Google phones

The change in chipset of the wearable can also lead to change in the chipset of future Pixel phones. But, it's too early to speculate anything as of now and we should wait to experience the changes once the watch is out. 

Battery changes in Pixel Watch 2

Google is aiming towards a better battery life for the Pixel watch 2. As mentioned in the report, they are looking forward to over a day’s usage while the AOD is enabled.

But apart from that, people can also look forward to a better life by making some changes in the settings and taking precautions for power conservation. 

Expected price of Pixel Watch 2

From everything we can gather online, the Pixel Watch 2 should be priced around the ₹30,000 price mark, might get priced a bit cheaper as well if Google wants to undercut the competition from Apple and Samsung in a big way.

These are the expected major upgrades that are likely to feature on the Google Pixel Watch 2 and as previous rumours have stated, this would be launched alongside the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro later this year.

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Amazon deal: iPhone 13 selling for 22,500 less, 21-percent discount right now

With iPhone 15 launch inching closer, ecommerce websites are trying to clear their older iPhone inventory – thereby allowing the iPhone 13 to sell at an amazing discount right now on Amazon.in 

Believe it or not, but the iPhone 13 has an amazing sale going on which will allow you to get the iPhone at a discount of around 21-percent. That's the basic discount that Amazon is offering. Except for that there is much more to the iPhone offer as well. 

Also Read: iPhone 15 will be assembled in India, thanks to Tata Group

Except for the massive 21% discount, you can get additional discounts with an older phone exchange deal or bank offers. So, the price of the iPhone 13 after the discount came down to ₹62,990. 

So, let's look at what additional discounts you can get from the other deals that Amazon offers on iPhone 13. 

Exchange deal on iPhone 13

Amazon is offering an exchange offer for iPhone 13 on top of the already existing massive discount. So, if you exchange your old smartphone for the iPhone 13 then you can get a discount of up to ₹22,500. 

But, that totally depends on the condition of the smartphone that you are exchanging. If that is in a proper condition then Amazon will definitely give you the max discount on it. 

Bank offers on iPhone 13

If you own a HDFC Bank Credit or Debit Card then you will get an additional discount of ₹2000 when you purchase the iPhone 13 from Amazon. 

So, these are the offers that you can aim for if you are planning to buy the iPhone 13. But remember this is a limited time offer. So, get your hands on the iPhone 13 at such a low price at the earliest. 

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

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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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HyperX Cloud III launches with 5 attractions for gaming headset buyers

HyperX Cloud III gaming headset has been launched in India after its recent debut at Computex 2023. It comes as a successor to the Cloud II model and brings a 53mm audio driver, 10mm microphone, and DTS:X Spatial Audio, among other features.

HyperX Cloud 3 specs and features

1. HyperX Cloud 3 is packing a 53mm audio driver. This is backed by DTS Headphone:X Spatial Audio for an immersive surround sound experience.

2. For in-game calls and conversations, you get a 10mm microphone. There is a mute option and an LED to indicate its status.

3. You get the mic mute button and volume controls on the earcups. This should prove convenient for gamers to pause and be aware of their surroundings.

4. HyperX has equipped the Cloud 3 with a 3.5mm headphone jack, a USB-C port and a USB-A socket. This lets you use the headset in a wired state as well as connect it to PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac and mobile devices.

5. Another aspect that hardcore gamers are likely to appreciate is the comfort its memory foam build lends, especially during long gaming sessions.

“Cloud III is our new and better Cloud gaming headset. HyperX Cloud is known for being very comfortable for gamers and we made Cloud III even more comfortable with new materials and fit. We also made the sound better with new drivers and tuning. And, we made the microphone better with noise-cancellation and a metal mesh pop filter,” notes the brand.

HyperX Cloud 3 price and availability

HyperX Cloud III is available to buy at ₹8,490 on Amazon India. You can pick it in two colour options viz. Black and Black/Red.

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Party trick up its sleeve Review

The Oppo F23 5G is not a smartphone that we can recommend for a ₹24,999 price tag, since there are a lot of better options available in the same range. However, if you are not concerned about performance or camera, and want something that offers you a good party trick, then the Oppo F23 5G is a good option.

 

The mid-range Android segment is one of the most competitive in the Indian market. With smartphones that are touching flagship territory in terms of performance and features, the mid-range buyer these days is spoilt for choice amid so many options to pick from. Now, there are several brands that have a strong foothold in this market. For example, Xiaomi, iQOO, Realme, OnePlus, and even Samsung are some of the most popular brands in the sub-Rs 30,000 or sub-Rs 25,000 price bracket. Then, there are brands like Infinix, Tecno, and the likes that don’t share the same level of popularity.

Oppo is a brand that comes in the former category, but the company hasn’t really made too much noise in the mid-range segment, despite being a prominent player in the market. While Oppo doesn’t offer the most high-performance devices in the segment, the company’s focus is more on the overall look and feel and unique features that intrigue a lot of people. The company’s latest mid-ranger, the Oppo F23 5G also comes with a similar aim in mind. I tested the Oppo F23 5G here at Digit’s test lab in Noida for a couple of weeks, and here is what I think about this smartphone:

Oppo F23 5G: Design

Design-wise, the Oppo F23 5G is very similar to its smaller cousin, the Oppo A78 5G that was launched earlier this year. We get a polycarbonate back panel with an oval-shaped camera module. We also get a glossy strip running down from the camera module, which adds a bit of contrast to the back panel design. The polycarbonate back panel, however, doesn’t feel very sturdy and the in-hand feel isn’t very premium. We get two colours with the Oppo F23 5G - a cool black and a bold gold colour, both with a similar-coloured gloss strip running down from the camera module. 

Up front, things are rather simple. We get a hole punch display with thin bezels, but the chin is a bit thick. The Oppo F23 5G has flat edges, but the back panel curves around the edges. The display also doesn’t merge into the frame as seamlessly as I would have liked, but that is a very minor design detail. Apart from this, the Oppo F23 5G is quite lightweight. We measured the weight of the smartphone and it came out to be 192 grams, which is exactly what Oppo claims with the smartphone. 

Overall, the Oppo F23 5G’s design is very basic. It's lightweight and looks quite nice with the two-tone gloss strip, but the build quality is not very good. We get a 6.7-inch display, so the size is big, but not too unbearable. The orientation is more on the tall side rather than wide, and the front is also pretty basic with the hole-punch display, which is something we see on pretty much every smartphone in this range.

Oppo F23 5G: Display

The Oppo F23 5G has a 6.7-inch IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The display on the smartphone is just average. We get an IPS LCD display, and the colours seem a bit too saturated. While watching content on YouTube, I found the Oppo F23 5G’s display to have a bit too many highlights, which is not too good. It also doesn’t support HDR content on apps like YouTube and Netflix. 

In terms of responsiveness, however, this display is pretty good. We get a 120Hz refresh rate, which just makes scrolling through the menus and other things on this device absolutely slick and smooth. The display is also bright enough. We put the luminance to test using a Lux Meter, and the Oppo F23 5G showed a maximum luminance of 576 nits, and a minimum of 6 nits on a plain white screen. This is not too bad, and I didn’t face any problems with the smartphone’s sunlight visibility.

Oppo F23 5G: Performance

Coming to performance, the Oppo F23 5G has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC paired with 8GB of RAM. Now, this smartphone is priced at Rs 24,999 in India, and for that money, a Snapdragon 695 chip isn’t really considered worth it. For example, you can get the same chip on smartphones under Rs 20,000 easily. Further, smartphones in this range offer far more powerful processors.

We did test these numbers, and the benchmark scores are pretty average. On AnTuTu, the Oppo F23 5G scored 412,540 points, which is good for a smartphone overall, but not for a mid-range device priced around ₹25,000. There are similar-priced products in the market that offer almost double the score, so this feels a bit low for the Oppo F23 5G. On Geekbench also, the scores are just average. The Oppo F23 5G gave us a pretty decent single-core score of 899 points, while on the multi-core front, the Oppo F23 5G was again behind most rivals with a score of 2080 points. In another CPU-based benchmark, the Oppo F23 5G lagged behind many rivals. For example, in the PC Mark Work 3.0 benchmark, the Oppo F23 5G scored 9,720 points. This score, however, is close to what many rivals put out. 

Coming to GPU-based tests, here also the Oppo F23 5G didn’t show anything impressive. In the 3D Mark Wildlife test, the Oppo F23 5G scored 1,211 points, which is way less than some of the other devices in this range were able to put out. 

The storage used on the Oppo F23 5G is of UFS 2.2 standard. Now, this is not the latest storage standard, even in this range and the numbers show. The read and write speeds are similar to other smartphones that use UFS 2.2, but since this is an older storage standard, it falls behind the ones that use UFS 3.1 or above. 

Oppo F23 5G: Battery

The battery on the Oppo F23 5G is a 5,000mAh unit with support for 67W fast charging. Now, the smartphone uses a 6nm chip and so the battery consumption is not all that bad. Over and above, we get 67W fast charging which takes just over 45 minutes or something to charge from 0 to 100. The battery backup on the Oppo F23 5G is great. We played games, watched videos, used the camera, GPS, and pretty much everything to test the battery drain, and the smartphone’s battery backup was impressive throughout. For example, a 15-minute Call of Duty: Mobile session only drained 4 percent of the smartphone’s battery and 30 minutes of watching videos on YouTube on the highest resolution and full brightness also drained only 4 percent of the battery.

Oppo F23 5G: Camera

Coming to the camera, there are a lot of things going on in the Oppo F23 5G. For starters, we get a triple rear camera setup with a 64-megapixel primary shooter, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a 2-megapixel microscope shooter. This third 2-megapixel microscope shooter is probably the coolest feature on the Oppo F23 5G. What it does is convert your Oppo F23 5G into a handheld microscope. The results from this look straight out of a microscope. During my time with the Oppo F23 5G, I clicked several things like leafs, leather, metal, wood, and even human skin. Every time, the camera showed details that are just not visible with a naked eye. 

Apart from the microscope camera, the Oppo F23 5G’s primary camera performs pretty well. The 64-megapixel sensor takes nice and sharp photos, and even focuses on the subject nicely, in order to give it a nice depth effect. In challenging light, the images are a bit grainy and lack detail, but that is managed well by turning on the night mode, where the camera takes in light from the closest sources, in order to make for a vibrant image. 

We also get a 2-megapixel depth sensor for portraits. The portraits also aren’t great. The smartphone smoothens the skins a bit too much, and the details are also not the best. Further, I found the colours to be a bit dull in portraits and the edge detection is also not the best we have seen. At times, the Oppo F23 5G messed up with detecting the edge. 

The front camera on the Oppo F23 5G is good. The images are crisp, sharp and vibrant in terms of the colour profile. 

Oppo F23 5G: Verdict

So that was our review of the Oppo F23 5G. It is a pretty basic Android device, but comes with some interesting features like the microscope camera. We get a basic build with a polycarbonate back, a hole-punch display up front, and flat edges. The camera is also not all that great, and we get very basic performance, which a sub-Rs 20,000 smartphones can easily put out. 

Overall, it is not a smartphone that I can recommend for a ₹24,999 price tag since there are a lot of better options available in the same range. However, if you are not concerned about performance or camera, and want something that offers you a good party trick, then the Oppo F23 5G is a good option

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OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey to Pac-Man Edition: 10 cool OnePlus limited edition phones

OnePlus continues its trajectory of limited edition models for its flagship series. The recent images floating around the Indian market reveal that the smartphone will be called the OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey and the smartphone will flaunt the surface of Jupiter. How crazy is that? 

Well, OnePlus is known to have diverse limited edition concepts from Pac Man to Literally Only One Edition, the brand flaunts its designs and concepts in the market with its flagship series. Let’s have a look at what the brand has to offer in this edition. 

What is 3D microcrystalline rock material?

According to the official photos, the OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey is available in a single shade of yellow-brown that resembles the surface of Jupiter. This is the first phone with a marble finish and a 3D microcrystalline rock material on the back. The rear texture is antimicrobial, wear-resistant, and does not draw fingerprints. The brand suggests that each piece of the rock is distinct creating unique rear models for each smartphone and that the whole process requires approximately nine different phases to complete one texture.  

The OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey edition phone has the same functionality as the ordinary OnePlus 11. Let’s check out the specifications:

OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey Edition: Specifications

Display: The smartphone sports a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with Quad HD+ pixels resolution featuring a 120Hz refresh rate.

Processor: The OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey Edition is powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor.

RAM, Storage: The smartphone features 16GB RAM with 256GB of storage.

OS: The OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey Edition runs on Android 13 with OxygenOS 13.

Rear-facing camera: The smartphone flaunts a Hasselblad-tuned triple camera setup with 50MP Sony IMX890 main camera, a 48MP ultra-wide camera and a 32MP telephoto camera.

Front-facing camera: The cell phone also sports a 16MP front camera

Battery: OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey Edition holds 5000mAh battery capacity with 100W fast charging.

OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey Edition: Price and Availability

In India, the OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey Edition phone will be available for purchase for ₹64,999/- in a single configuration with 16GB RAM and 256GB of storage. The OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey edition phone will go on sale starting June 6 at 12 PM on the OnePlus India website, according to the company. 

In addition, the brand is holding a contest where 601 participants will receive the tablet free of charge.The base edition of the OnePlus 11 5G costs ₹56,999/- in India and comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

OnePlus Limited Edition Phone History

The journey of limited editions for OnePlus started when the OnePlus 5T flagship series was launched. The company had skipped the numerical 4 for its series and had everyone wondering the superstition behind it. However, with the same series the brand started their first limited edition phone. Let’s walk through OnePlus’ journey from OnePlus 5T to OnePlus 11. 

OnePlus 5T Star Wars Edition

The OnePlus 5T Star Wars edition was the first of its OnePlus x Pop-culture collab limited edition and the first ever limited edition by the brand. The smartphone was released for Star Wars: The Last Jedi and the brand even changed its tagline from ‘Never Settle’ to ‘Strong Enough to Rule the Galaxy’. There were two models in the edition depicting a metaphorical comment on the dark and light side. Hence, there was a white and a black cell phone with the Star Wars logo at the centre-bottom. The limited edition box came with a Kylo Ren phone case too. 

OnePlus 6 Marvel Avengers Edition

Similar to the OnePlus 5T: Star Wars Edition, the OnePlus 6: Marvel Avengers Limited Edition was announced during the time when Infinity War was in the theatre and the audience globally was fascinated by the franchise.

OnePlus partnered with the studios and crafted a Marvel Avengers edition which had a golden accent as the power button and the Avengers' logo on the centre-bottom alongside the phone box came with an Ironman black case. 

​OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition

Through this model, the brand was collabing with the British automobile giant McLaren for their McLaren MCL33, which was the company’s 2018 Formula One challenger. The model saw the design flaunting McLaren’s quintessential ‘Papaya Orange’ band at the end of the phone’s design with a similar black mirror case as that of the OnePlus 6.  

OnePlus 7T Pro Mclaren Edition

This limited edition model helped the brand become global as the brand entered the US market with the OnePlus 7T Pro Mclaren Edition. The model was similar to that of 6T however, the capsule camera design with a Papaya Orange rim created an impact with the glossy black back with the edge shining in McLaren colour.   

OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 Limited Edition

This model was released in collaboration with the popular RPG game Cyberpunk 2077 and it was the first time the brand was collaborating with a gaming brand.

OnePlus 9 Pro Flash Silver Limited Edition

The OnePlus 9 Pro Flash Silver Limited Edition was designed in collaboration with the famous Japanese illustrator Hajime Sorayama. Sorayama is famous for his female robot illustrations and has contributed for the Sony AIBO robots. Hence, the cover that was given in the box had a similar illustration and the cell phone was silver. 

OnePlus 10T Marvel Edition

The OnePlus 10T Marvel Edition collected the Marvel goodies such as a Captain America grip and a Black Panther phone holder. The announcement for this limited edition model came in when the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was to be released. 

The OnePlus Nord 2 Pac-Man Edition

The brand experimented with the classic computer game, Pac-Man while crafting this model of the OnePlus Nord. he edition included the rear design having dots adapted from the game and the cover having a similar design of the interface of the game. 

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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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Your complete guide to all BGMI rewards and how to earn them easily

BGMI is finally back in India after the entire tenure of ban and all gamers who loved PUBG Mobile have gone crazy over it. It is available for both Android and iOS users alike, from today onwards. 

So all gamers are aware of the great rewards that this game offers and must be thinking what new rewards it will bring to your plate. For starters, there is a Welcome gift for all the players. Except for this BGMI has announced some really great rewards which you'll earn at different stages of the game. 

Let's have a look at what these rewards are, how you can achieve them and all the rewards that BGMI has to offer now.

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

What are rewards in BGMI?  While you play BGMI, at different steps you'll be able to earn incentives and bonuses. These rewards will help you obtain items like skins, costumes, weapons and everything that would help upgrade your gameplay. 

How can you earn the BGMI rewards? You can easily earn the rewards at every step of your gameplay. Complete a mission, actively participate in events and challenges, achieving certain milestones or progress at its best. All of these will help you earn rewards. 

What are different types of BGMI rewards?  As mentioned earlier there are rewards at different levels. Let’s look at a list of these rewards according to the scenario.

Welcome back rewards Groovy Peck Set (2d days) Groovy Peck Cover (2 days) 2 Ranked protection cards 2 Bonus rating cards Free Synergy gifts 1,888 Exp points

Return Gift

This is an event that is being organised. Participation in this event would bring in a lot of rewards. The event will have return gifts on a daily basis which would majorly include helmet skin, rename cards or so on. Return missions are to be completed by players to get hold of coins. With the coins you can get hold of whatever you want for a better gameplay. This event will come to an end on June 27, 2023. 

Underworld Unleashed Event

This is another event that will go till June 20, 2023. This is a login event and players have to login everyday to earn rewards. Rewards include: AG points Silver Underworld Guardian Parachute skin Underworld Guardian Set Underworld Guardian Mask

Add new friends event

This is basically as the name suggests, you will have to get friends to join you in the game and that will help you earn rewards. The rewards include: Heart (Chicken) Classic Crate Coupon Scraps Supply Crate Coupon Scraps

Cycle 4 Seasons 10 Tier

BGMI is now running on the Cycle 4 Season 10 which will be ending on June 2, 2023. You can earn amazing rewards as this event continues and for that you just have to move up a Tier. As soon as you level up, you receive a reward. The rewards are:

Gold Tier

C4S10 Set Season Tokens Supply Crate Coupon Scraps

Platinum Tier

C4S10 Sunglasses Season Tokens Supply Crate Coupon Scraps Tread Aura (Yellow)

Diamond Tier

C4S10 AUG Gun Skin Season Tokens Supply Crate Coupon Scraps Tread Aura (Yellow)

Crown Tier

Rank Protection Card Season Tokens Supply Crate Coupon Scraps Tread Aura (Yellow)

Ace Tier

C4S10 Mask

Ace Master Tier

C4S10 Cover

Ace Dominator Tier

C4S10 Ace Dominator Avatar

Conqueror

C4S10 Conqueror Avatar Frame

Weekly Sign-in event

If you sign in all seven days of the week, then you'll receive this reward. The rewards include: Fortune Pack 50 AG points Supply Crate Coupon Scrap 500 BP Premium Carte Voucher (10 UC) Classic Crate Coupon Scrap

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

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You can now download and play BGMI on iPhone and iPad in India: Heres how

The day all the Battleground Mobile India players have been waiting for has arrived. While the game was announced mid-May, the developers Krafton did not update the Play Store and the Apple Store for the game’s download to the public. 

However, Android users were given the chance to preload the resources of the game on May 27 while iPhone and iPad users were waiting for their turn. And it's finally here! iOS users from today, May 29, can download BGMI on their device. 

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

There were various speculations about the 2.5 update and how it will unfold as the comeback version. The gamers can finally explore the changes in the game that you should be excited for in this comeback. Having discussed the date the game will be downloadable, let’s also check out how you can download the game on your device.

How to Download BGMI on iPhone?

Where on May 27 Android users were given the chance to download the download preloaded resources on their device, the developers Krafton announced on the same date that iOS will be given the chance to download the game on May 29 Krafton stated, “Invite your mohalla, re-plan your weekends, dust out the strategy call-books, and grab your IGL back in the squad, because BGMI is BACK!”

The primary reason for holding on the downloads for iOS users was that the developers are expecting a whopping response from the Indian gamers and hence, to maintain a seamless flow of downloads the company divided the platforms preload.

You can download the game with ease by reaching out to the Krafton official website for BGMI and then clicking on the App Store which will redirect you to the download page of either App Store. 

Also read: BGMI 2.5 Update Is Live But You May Still Have To Wait Before You Can Play It 

Requirements for BGMI

The game requires an Android 4.3 or above and at least 1.5 GB RAM for smooth functioning and as for iOS, the Apple operating system should be 9.0 or later with a minimum of 2.4 GB RAM.

The brand-new map in the game called Nusa, flaunts various in-game events, weapon upgrades, and new skins. The game also advised a new rule for gamers under 18, that the game time will be 3 hrs in the whole day and for the adults it will be six-hours a day.

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5 gaming phones under 20000 for playing BGMI

BGMI has made its way back to India after its ban for a brief period. As the news broke, people can't keep calm and gamers have been looking out for what new it has to offer and how they can get their hands on the game at the earliest. 

Since BGMI is quite an intense mobile game, hence, to run it smoothly, a compatible gaming phone is best recommended. It definitely runs on all phones, but then it might face certain lags on lesser more budget phones. So, let's have a look at 5 phones under ₹20,000 that would offer a good performance while playing BGMI. 

5 gaming phones to play BGMI under ₹20,000

1) Lava Agni 2: The phone features an AMOLED display, 120Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 1080 x 2460 pixels. Talking about the processor, the phone comes with ARM Cortex-A78 processors clocking up to 2.6 GHz and as for the storage, the phone has 8GB RAM+256GB storage. Except for these, the phone has Mediatek Dimensity 7050 (6 nm) chipset and supports Android 13. 

Also read: BGMI 2.5 Update Is Live But You May Still Have To Wait Before You Can Play It

The phone is also packed with a 4700mAh battery and a 66W charging support. The phone was launched a couple of weeks back and is presently priced at ₹19,999. The phone is available for sale only on Amazon but presently it is out of stock.

2) iQOO Z7: This iQOO phone also comes with an AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 1080 x 2400 pixels resolution. The phone is powered by Mediatek Dimensity 920 (6 nm) chipset. As far as the RAM and Storage are considered, there are two variants- one, 6GB RAM+128GB storage, the other is 8GB RAM+128GB storage. 

Talking about the battery, the phone packs a 4500 mAh battery. Presently it is priced at ₹18,999 and is available on Amazon, Flipkart and the Vivo online store. 

3) Vivo T2: Vivo T2 is the third one on our list. This phone too comes with an AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. The phone is powered by the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G. 

Don’t miss: BGMI 2.5 Brings An Action-Packed Map With New Weapons, Fun Rides, And Exclusive Suits

In terms of storage, it comes in two variants- 6GB RAM+128GB storage and second, 8GB RAM+128GB storage. This phone too is packed with 4500 mAh battery and 44W charging support. The Vivo phone is priced at ₹18,999 presently and is available for sale on Amazon and the Vivo online store. 

4) POCO X4 Pro 5G: This Poco phone features a Super AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and 1080 x 2400 pixels resolution. This phone is powered by the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G.

The phone has five variants- 6GB RAM+64GB, 6GB RAM+128GB, 8GB RAM+128GB, 6GB RAM+256GB, 8GB RAM+256GB. The phone is packed with a 5,000mAh battery along with a 67W charging support. The phone comes at a price of ₹18,999 and is available for sale presently on Amazon and POCO official online store. 

5) Realme 10 Pro: The Realme phone is the 5th one on our list. This phone comes with an IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 1080 x 2400 pixels resolution. The phone is powered by the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G.

With four available phone variants - 6GB RAM+128GB, 8GB RAM+128GB, 8GB RAM+256GB and 12GB RAM+256GB - this phone too is packed with 5000 mAh battery with 33W charging support. The phone is priced at ₹18,999 and is available for sale on Amazon, Flipkart and Realme online store.

These are the 5 phones which you can consider if you are really into BGMI and are also looking for a new phone. Also, at such a rate of under ₹20,000, these are total steal deals. 

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Realme 11 Pro to launch on June 8, heres 3 reasons why to look forward to it

In India, the Realme 11 Pro 5G series will officially launch in June. The Realme 11 Pro and Realme 11 Pro+ are rumoured to come in the second week of June alongside the Realme Buds Air 5 Pro truly wireless earbuds, according to an Indian tipster. 

Realme has not yet confirmed the precise launch date. The Indian models' RAM and storage specifications have also leaked. Alongside the Realme 11, the Realme 11 Pro and Realme 11 Pro+ were unveiled in China in May. The Dimensity 7050 SoC from MediaTek powers both smartphones.

Also read: Realme’s Shahrukh Khan deal, plus 5 Indian celebrities that helped sell phones

On Twitter, tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore (@Sudhanshu1414) has revealed the Realme 11 Pro 5G series' India launch date as well as its RAM and storage specifications. The tipster claims that Realme 11 Pro and Realme 11 Pro+ will debut on June 8 in India. Also rumoured to appear at the same time are the Realme Buds Air 5 Pro TWS earphones. 

The extended models in the Realme 11 series have several latest features added to the smartphone. Here are three reasons for you to be excited about the Realme 11 Pro and Realme 11 Pro+ smartphones.

1) Memory Configurations

According to rumours, the Realme 11 Pro will be offered in memory configurations of 8GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage, and 12GB RAM + 256GB storage. 

In contrast, the Realme 11 Pro+ is rumoured to come in 8GB RAM + 256GB storage and 12GB RAM + 256GB storage configurations. The Astral Black, Sunrise Beige, and Oasis Green colour options for both devices are possible.

Also read: Nothing Phone (2) leaks reveal 3 major improvements on Phone (1), with better camera

2) Display and Processor

The 6.7-inch full-HD+ (1,080x2,412) curved panels on the Chinese versions of the Realme 11 Pro and Realme 11 Pro+ feature a 360Hz touch sampling rate. They include up to 12GB of RAM and an octa-core 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC as their power source. 

3) Camera Specifications

A 100MP primary sensor is part of a dual back camera setup on the Realme 11 Pro. A 200MP Samsung HP3 sensor is the primary component of the Realme 11 Pro+'s triple back camera system. 

Earlier this month, Realme 11 Pro and Realme 11 Pro+ smartphones with initial price tags of CNY 1,699 (approximately ₹20,000) and CNY 1,999 (about ₹24,000), respectively, were introduced in China.

With the Realme 11 Pro series launching in India, what are the features that you have been excited about and can this series help Realme penetrate in the Indian market the same way it did with the Narzo series? Let us know your thoughts at editor@digit.in

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Applying for job Never send CV generated by ChatGPT, heres why

ChatGPT being the new 'it' thing, everyone is utilising the chatbot for various tasks. Especially students, as they have been utilising ChatGPT in every way possible, be it their assignments or their CV. But the question is, are these getting accepted at the professional level?

Batch of 2023, who are now walking into the professional field after leaving the comfort of educational institutions, are caught in a bit of pickle. Should they exaggerate their achievements through the powers of ChatGPT by putting together an outstanding CV to help them stand out in the job market?

Also read: ChatGPT rivals Bard even more with its new features

I can’t say this for all students, but at least my friends from college who’re passing out this year have been working on enhancing their CV with ChatGPT. But as it is being sent over to companies for evaluation, it is turning out to be a deal breaker. 

HR managers say it’s very easy after years of experience to know if something is genuine or not. Also, these AI bots at times will give two people similar answers, which too makes it easy for the professionals to rule such people out. 

Job seekers who use generative AI should be careful, however: 39 percent of HR professionals said the use of AI tech during hiring is a dealbreaker.

iCMIS Chief Technology Officer Al Smith commented "Generative AI bots (like ChatGPT) have the potential to help both candidates and employers be more productive and communicate better." He further said that, "From resumes and job descriptions to offer letters and onboarding material, the technology offers employers and recruiters a better starting point as they move through the hiring journey."

Also Read: Jugalbandi chatbot is solving rural India’s problems in 50 native languages with AI

Definitely the technology is going far and beyond, but the point is how beneficial it is if you can’t crack the deal. Exploring and using new tools is definitely interesting but knowing their boundaries is also super critical for everyone to understand, least of all students who have dreams of landing their favourite job – hopefully they are tempering their enthusiasm with ChatGPT when writing their CVs.

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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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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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Beware Google caught malicious screen recorder app stealing user data

Every now and then we need to record our phone screens for various reasons and most Android smartphones do not have a built-in screen recorder. Hence, people end up installing some 3rd party screen recording app. One such screen recorder app was found trojan-infected and was removed from Play Store by Google.

The screen recording app's name is iRecorder. This app was installed by over 50,000 Android users. It was developed in 2021 and apparently a year later it was infected by malicious code. After which the app could easily track and upload user's files through extensions for audios, videos and other ways possible. 

Play Store has removed the app but people who already have it on their phone will have to uninstall it manually. 

Also read: Malware Apps To Stay Away From On The Google Play Store: Here's The List

The app passed all tests of security when it was first launched. It seeks permissions for its core use case. But later it started indulging in the nefarious act of recording audio using the phone’s mic. 

According to researchers, the app was infected by AhMyth RAT which is a very powerful tool and can easily extract messages, calls and even contacts on the phone. Even getting the location is pretty easy. 

Also Read: 5 Apps You Should Delete Right Away

After the iRecorder was detected to have the malware, Google took prompt action of getting rid of it in order to safeguard its users’ privacy. As earlier mentioned, the app was installed by 50,000 people already by the time the malware was detected. So, a lot of users had already faced the problem by then but they could never understand what was causing it until the recent revelation. So, now people who have it, need to uninstall and protect their phone.

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TicWatch Pro 5 is high-end and up-to-date in specs, but for how long is the concern

Mobvoi has launched the TicWatch Pro 5 in India. It has a round dial, an AMOLED screen, up to 80 hours of battery life, and claims to offer “the latest version of Wear OS”. However, we are still concerned. Here is why.

TicWatch Pro 5 Wear OS update situation

TicWatch Pro 5 boots Wear OS 3.5 and claims to have the latest Wear OS by Google. Well, Google recently launched the Wear OS 4 at the IO 2023 event. 

Previous TicWatch owners know the company hasn’t been timely regarding software updates. For instance, here’s what Mobvoi said recently about the software situation for TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra, TicWatch Pro 3 and TicWatch E3:

Mobvoi note from Wear OS update by u/kevyn124 in WearOS

So, our concern is whether because of a similar “proprietary architectural setup,” the TicWatch Pro 5 would also suffer a slow update schedule. 

What else TicWatch Pro 5 brings to your wrist?

Go beyond the limits with the @Mobvoi_Official TicWatch Pro 5! - Powered with #WearOS & #Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 - Rotating Crown - Compass, Barometer and Multi-GNSS - 80hrs Battery Life & Fast Charge#TicWatch Pro 5 is powerful, inside and out.https://t.co/snFxmjc4sA pic.twitter.com/uno54o4kTM

— Wear OS by Google (@WearOSbyGoogle) May 25, 2023

TicWatch Pro 5 runs on the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 chipset coupled with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage. There is a 628mAh battery that is rated to run for 80 hours (standby time) between charges. You get fast charging support that claims to fill 65 percent in 30 minutes. 

On the front, it has a 1.43-inch AMOLED screen with 466x466 pixel resolution, an always-on mode, an ultra-low-power mode, and Gorilla Glass protection. The watch comes with a silicone strap.

The world's first and leading smartwatch combines Snapdragon® W5+ Gen1 wearable platform and Wear OS by Google. The next-level processing power enables seamless connectivity, lightning-fast responsiveness and extreme power efficiency. pic.twitter.com/4kTShAGruA

— Mobvoi_Official (@Mobvoi_Official) May 25, 2023

If you are concerned about its durability, know that there is support for 5ATM water resistance and it has a MIL-STD-810H endurance rating.

As for health and fitness features, you are getting a PPG heart rate sensor, SpO2 reader, sleep tracking, skin temperature sensor, and a single-tap check of 5 health metrics. Among other things, the watch also brings a rotating crown, barometer, more than 100 sports modes, etc.

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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

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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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Realmes Shahrukh Khan deal, plus 5 Indian celebrities that helped sell phones

Following teasers, Realme declared that it had chosen Bollywood star Shahrukh Khan as its new brand ambassador in advance of the June release of its Realme 11 Pro series phones. In case you didn’t know, realme introduced these cellphones in China in May 2023 and has since obtained numerous certifications, including those from the FCC, TDRA, and other organisations. 

These certifications demonstrated that the Realme 11 Pro 5G series smartphones might be the same in both global as well as Chinese markets. The series can be expected to arrive in India by the end of June. 

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Previously, Salman Khan was chosen by the phone company to serve as the brand mascot for their Realme 6 series in 2020 and KL Rahul was chosen in 2021.

The actor Shahrukh Khan stated, “The brand’s unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries aligns perfectly with my own pursuit of excellence. Together, we aim to ignite innovation and fuel the growth of Realme globally,” when talking about the collaboration. Before Realme, Shahrukh Khan was the brand ambassador for Nokia in 2007 and Apple in 2017. Apart from Khan, currently there have been a lot of stars who have been appointed as the brand ambassador for smartphone brands, so check out our list below.

Samsung - Alia Bhatt partnership

Alia Bhatt was appointed the brand ambassador for Samsung in 2021 for their premium Samsung Galaxy foldable devices namely; Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3. The smartphones showcased class and premium style and that was their campaign which featured the star. Alia Bhat is considered one of the most popular actresses currently and has a following of 77.4 million fans on Instagram, establishing a prominent reach on social media. 

OnePlus - Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput Kapoor

Shahid Kapoor along with his better half Mira Rajput Kapoor were made the brand ambassadors for smartphone company OnePlus, most recently for their TV campaign in 2022. The OnePlus brand capitalised on the popularity of the couple for their smartphone and television campaigns in the past.

Vivo - Virat Kholi

Virat Kholi, a celebrated Indian cricketer, partnered with smartphone brand Vivo. And even though he’s not from the Bollywood industry, Virat Kohli’s celebrity status is cemented on the cricket field and in the hearts of millions of Indians.

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He has an influential fan following in the country which is quite evident with his 250M followers on Instagram. He ranks as the third most followed athlete in the world next to Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.

Tecno - Ayushmann Khurrana 

Ayushmann Khurrana has been recently appointed as the Tecno brand ambassador and the Chinese company aims at targeting the mass audience with the actor’s vast reach of influence. Khurrana has been coming out with multiple movies addressing and inkling towards social issues which has created a buzz for the actor’s work.   

Xiaomi’s Redmi - Pankaj Tripathi 

Pankaj Tripathi was appointed as the new brand ambassador for Xiaomi’s Redmi series of phones. The actor has gained popularity amongst the Indian audiences for his endearing performances as a native Indian character and Xiaomi’s Redmi is known to cater to the budget-friendly category of smartphones. The brand has tried to draw parallels between the essence of the actor’s career trajectory and the brand’s overall value for money appeal.     

Poco - Hardik Pandya

Hardik Pandya had been appointed as the brand ambassador for Poco at the starting of this year. Pandya has achieved a daredevil persona in the eyes of the Indian audience with IPL popularity and the mass appeal to audience with his on field demeanour. The cricketer has gained popularity in the last few years and can hold influence on a sub-group of audience which the smartphone brand also taps into.  

An important point to ponder on is how do the superstar brand ambassadors help contribute to the sales of the latest smartphone launches, and are they actually impactful? The answer here is quite easy, of course! They do draw a lot of attention to a brand when they are associated with the company which inadvertently adds value to the brand. With the brand ‘Shahrukh Khan’ being associated with Realme, it no longer can be seen as just another smartphone brand range and that is the essence of ‘starpower’, adding brand value. What are your thoughts about this association between celebrities and brands? Let us know at editor@digit.in

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Deal alert: iPhone 13 at just 25,900 on Flipkart, over 36,000 cheaper

Are you looking forward to purchasing a new iPhone but have been waiting for a good deal? Well, we have good news. The flagship iPhone 13 can be yours at almost ₹25,000, believe it or not! 

That’s right, and we checked: after a reduction of ₹36,099, the Apple iPhone 13 is being offered on Flipkart for just  ₹25,900. 

The iPhone 13 will soon be a two-year-old flagship from Apple, yet it is still competitive with the majority of high-end smartphones on the market. Due to the Apple iPhone 14's dearth of new features, many people continue to view the Apple iPhone 13 as the true flagship. 

The Apple iPhone 13 popularised the diagonal rear camera design, which the company has continued to use. If you want to purchase a high-end flagship handset but have a limited budget, the Apple iPhone 13 is unquestionably one of the finest options. 

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Recall that the initial price of the Apple iPhone 13—which was released in 2021 alongside the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and mini—was ₹79,900. Apple iPhone 13 models with 256GB and 512GB of storage are now available for ₹79,900 and ₹99,900, respectively. The Apple iPhone 13 is currently on Flipkart for ₹25,900 after being discounted by ₹36,099, nevertheless.

After a discount of ₹7,901, the Apple iPhone 13 is advertised on Flipkart for ₹61,999. Additionally, customers can receive 5% cashback when using a Flipkart Axis Bank card. The price of the Apple iPhone 13 now stands at ₹58,900. 

In addition, purchasers can receive a discount of up to ₹33,000 in exchange for an outdated smartphone. Customers may purchase the Apple iPhone 13 from Flipkart for about ₹25,900 after all promotions and bank discounts.

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iPhone 13 deal thoughts

If you want to purchase a premium Apple iPhone on a tight budget, the Apple iPhone 13 can be a wise choice because it has very similar specifications to the Apple iPhone 14 at a considerably lesser price. For more details about the features, you can check out our iPhone 13 review. 

So what do you think about this iPhone 13 discount deal on Flipkart? Will you think of buying it? If not, send it to at least one friend of yours who wishes they could afford an iPhone but can’t, this is a great opportunity for them to fulfil their dream of owning an iPhone 13.

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

WhatsApp has been continuously rolling out features both for Android as well as iOS version, and now this username feature will allow WhatsApp users to select a username for their profile. 

Just the way we can select usernames for social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter or Snapchat, the same way now there will be a username for WhatsApp users as well.

The WhatsApp username feature is still under development, and it hasn't even been rolled out to beta users right now. The WhatsApp Android Beta 2.23.11.15 which has been recently released will have this feature eventually. Once it has been tested, it will then be rolled out to other users. 

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WABetainfo has released an image of what usernames in WhatsApp might look like. Every username has to be unique, which means no two people can have the same username on WhatsApp. So, let's look into how you can set your username on WhatsApp. 

How to set up a username on WhatsApp?

First when you open WhatsApp, you can see the three dots menu on the top right corner. Tap on that and then the drop down menu will appear. From the drop down menu, tap on Settings. 

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After you reach settings, then go to profile. In profile you'll get to see profile picture, then name and then username. That is where you can enter your WhatsApp username.

How will the WhatsApp username feature work? 

WABetaInfo has shared the image but it isn't clear yet how the username feature on WhatsApp will work. WhatsApp may allow users to communicate using the username instead of revealing their real names for privacy concerns. But, again you can only reach out to someone on WhatsApp, if you have their number. So, privacy concerns don’t really cut it. 

Let’s hope for some more clarity on WhatsApp soon as it releases the username feature to users worldwide.

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Hours before launch, BGMI error code 1 frustrating eager gamers like crazy

With BGMI set to drop in on the Google PlayStore on May 27, marking its return to India, gamers who had access to the game or had installed it before the ban are now getting a mysterious error code - “Error Code: Restriction-Area”. 

Right before the game’s official launch in the country, the servers seem to have been taken down. This could mean a multitude of things. However, before we get into all the details, here’s a brief look at all that has happened so far. 

Error Code: Restriction-Area will disappear after official BGMI game launch

One of the most popular battle-royale games in India when it was active, Battlegrounds Mobile India, ran on the famous PUBG: Mobile DNA. The game borrowed heavily from the title it had replaced in India, before being banned in the country itself.

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After a long-drawn battle with the authorities, BGMI has finally managed to make inroads into India, much to the joy of the fans and the professional players alike.

However, right before the return of the game, the players are being served an error code, as prefaced in the intro of the article. The warning explaining the error code reads – “Server is busy, please try again later”. 

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Given that the launch of the game is literally hours away, I can safely guess that Krafton is getting its servers ready for the massive influx of players that they are going to get upon launch.

This is a very normal operating procedure followed by developers of games before and after the launch of the game. And, given that many of the players in India, who had access to the game through means that necessarily aren’t the most legitimate, KRAFTON would also need to do some cleaning to ensure that the players who’ll sign up at the time of relaunch have a seamless experience.

BGMI will be available on the Google PlayStore for download starting May 27. Are you looking forward to try the game out? Or have you already started playing the game? Let us know in the comments below.

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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.

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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.

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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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