Users of Xbox’s Game Pass now have something to rip and tear through as Doom Eternal comes to the game subscription service tomorrow. Doom Eternal (Review) has been hailed as one of the best games of the decade, surpassing its predecessor in every possible scenario. And, as you all know, we reported that Microsoft has purchased Zenimax Media, the parent company of Bethesda Softworks, the publishers of Doom Eternal. It would make sense for Microsoft to blow the doors of the purchase by including one of the highest-rated and critically acclaimed games to Game Pass in October.
But Microsoft isn’t done just yet. The company has also announced that EA Play will be available to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members a little earlier than everyone else on November 10. In a statement on the Xbox blog, Sarah Bond, CVP, Gaming Partnerships and Ecosystem said, “Earlier this month we announced that we’ve teamed up with Electronic Arts to provide Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC members an EA Play membership at no additional cost. Today I’m announcing that starting November 10, EA Play will be available on Xbox consoles, including Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X, as part of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and beginning in December, members with an Ultimate or PC subscription will be able to download and play games from the EA Play library on Windows 10 PCs.”.
As far as a bang for your buck subscription goes, Game Pass is pretty hard to pass up. And, as the console wars are heating up, with both Microsoft and Sony announcing the launch date and price of the Xbox Series X/S and PS5, offers like a Game Pass subscription really go a long way.
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Xiaomi could soon launch Redmi phones powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 and Snapdragon 750G processor, according to the popular tipster, Digital Chat Station. Xiaomi is rumoured to be developing new Redmi phones powered by the two flagship chipsets and is expected to launch these phones in China first. While not much known about these Redmi phones, there are rumours that Xiaomi could launch the Redmi Note 10 series soon.
According to a post by the Twitter handle Digital Chat Station, Xiaomi is preparing to launch Snapdragon 865 and 750G-powered phones under its Redmi sub-brand. These phones are expected to feature high-refresh-rate LCD screens and a high-capacity battery to boot. The tipster hasn’t revealed any more information about the upcoming phones, but we expect to know more in the coming weeks.
Don’t worry, Redmi will soon be Shanghai overseas with the same Snapdragon 750G/Snapdragon 865 new machine, and those who like high-brush LCD large batteries can wait [halo]
— Digital Chat Station (@StationChat) September 30, 2020
As for the Redmi Note 10 series, it has been leaked previously after being certified and listed on China’s regulatory authority TENAA as well as Geekbench. The two listings revealed key features of the Redmi Note 10 series but those aren’t in line with the latest information as the Geekbench listing states that the phones run on MediaTek DImensity processor.
Moreover, a new report indicates that Xiaomi could announce the Redmi Note 10 series in October and the phones may be rebranded versions of the Mi 10T series that is scheduled to launch later today. Meanwhile, here’s everything we know about the Redmi Note 10 that leaked online previously.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 5G leaked specifications
Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 5G features a 6.57-inch Full HD+ resolution display that uses an AMOLED panel. The phone measures 8.99mm thin and weigh around 206 grams.
It is powered by an octa-core processor clocked at upto 2.6GHz and is paired with 4GB/6GB/8GB of RAM and 64GB/128GB/256GB storage options to choose from. The phone also supports microSD card up to 2TB for storage expansion.
The Redmi Note 10 5G has a triple camera setup on the back that consists of a primary 48MP camera with support for EIS and LED flash. The other two cameras use an ultra-wide-angle lens and a depth sensor. On the front, there’s a 16MP selfie camera tucked away in the waterdrop notch.
The listing indicates that the Note 10 5G has an in-display fingerprint sensor and doesn’t lose out on 3.5 mm audio jack. Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 5G packs in a 4,500mAh battery with support for 22.5W fast charging out-of-the-box.
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Xiaomi Mi 10T series is scheduled to launch globally later today and is also rumoured to launch in India sometime in October. The Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro are expected to be the two phones in the series, however, previous leaks have indicated that a Mi 10T Lite could also debut alongside. Xiaomi’s new Mi 10T series succeeds the Mi 9T from 2019 and has been leaked previously with some key features out in the open.
Xiaomi Mi 10T Series launch event live stream
Xiaomi Mi 10T series launch event is scheduled to start from 5:30 PM IST (14:00 GMT) and will be live-streamed on YouTube and the official social media handles of the company. We have embedded the live stream link below for your convenience.
Xiaomi Mi 10T series leaked specifications
Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro is expected to feature a 6.67-inch Full HD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels) resolution display with a 144Hz high refresh rate and HDR10+ certified. The screen is also layered with Gorilla Glass for added protection against drops.
It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 650 GPU. This is paired with 8GB RAM and upto 256GB storage options to choose from. The Mi 10T Pro runs on MIUI 12 based on Android 10.
The phone comes with a triple camera setup on the back that consists of a primary 108MP camera with OIS, an 8MP telephoto camera with 5x hybrid zoom and a 20MP ultra-wide-angle camera. The rear cameras can record in 8K at 30FPS and in 4K UHD at upto 60FPS. On the front, there is a 20MP selfie camera housed within the punch-hole cutout.
The Mi 10T Pro has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and it is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery with support for 50W fast charging and 30W fast wireless charging.
As for the Mi 10T, it is expected to come with the same set of hardware but with 6GB RAM and 64MP primary rear camera.
The Mi 10T could be priced starting at EUR 550 while the Mi 10T Pro could be priced starting from EUR 640. The Mi 10T series is rumoured to be priced around Rs 35,000 in India but there’s no official word on its launch in India yet.
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If you are looking to be one of the first to get onto the 8K bandwagon, then there is good news for you. The Sony Z8H, Sony’s flagship 8K LED TV will launch in India on October 5, 2020. The TV will support HDMI 2.1 which makes it ready for the next console generation - the PS5 and the Xbox Series X. The price of the TV is not yet known. However, the TV is listed on the Sony India website with a “price on request” label.
Sony Z8H 8K TV features and specifications
The Sony Z8H is powered by Sony’s X1 Ultimate chipset and we got a chance to see this chipset in action at CES 2020. This chipset is the brain behind the 8K picture processing on the TV. To put things into perspective, Sony says that the X1 Ultimate is twice as fast as the X1 Extreme processor.
The Sony Z8H has a Full-Array LED-backlit display and also boasts of X-tended Dynamic Range PRO with local dimming. It has Sony’s TRILUMINOS display and in addition to 8K, the TV also supports HDR 10, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos. For sound, the TV boasts of Sony's Acoustic Multi-Audio system which includes a vibrating frame tweeter to make it look like the sound is coming from a specific spot on the TV rather than below or from the side of the TV. The TV can also be used as the center channel in your home theatre system. For audio, the TV has two mid-range drivers, two subwoofers, and two tweeters.
Speaking of the display itself, the TV will be available in 85-inches only. It runs on the Android TV platform, bringing with it access to the Play Store and all popular streaming services from the get-go. It has 16GB built-in storage and comes with a voice-enabled remote control. For connectivity, the TV has 4 HDMI ports and 3 USB ports.
The TV supports the Google Assistant built-in and can also be controlled via your Alexa-enabled speaker. It also supports Apple Airplay and Apple HomeKit.
LG recently launched its 8K TV lineup and you can learn more about the LG 8K TV here.
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PlayStation 5 games will cost up to Rs. 4,999, if the PlayStation website is to be believed. Listings reveal that the most expensive PS5 games — such as Demon’s Souls and Destruction AllStars — will come in at Rs. 4,999, up from Rs. 3,999 that was the previous ceiling.
OnePlus 8T runs on the Android 11 based OxygenOS 11 out-of-the-box, the company has confirmed ahead of its launch on October 14 in India. OnePlus is also expected to announce as many as five other products according to the latest rumours, but there are no concrete details on what those products will be. Nevertheless, the company has also revealed that the OnePlus 8T is the first phone from its stable to support 65W fast charging, thanks to the Warp Charge 65 technology.
OnePlus is currently running the OxygenOS 11 Open Beta program and is finalising the update for the public rollout that’s expected to reach users in the next few months. More details about the public rollout should be revealed during the launch of the OnePlus 8T. Some highlighting features about this upcoming OxygenOS 11 update includes an Always On Display, a new visual design across the system, Zen Mode 2.0 and more. You can read more about the OxygenOS 11 here.
Additionally, OnePlus CEO Pete Lau has confirmed that we won’t see a OnePlus 8T Pro this time as the company feels that there is “no room for upgrade” and it will continue selling the OnePlus 8 Pro as its flagship product. OnePlus 8T is up for pre-booking and most key specifications are out in the open courtesy of multiple leaks.
OnePlus 8T leaked specifications
OnePlus 8T is confirmed to feature a 6.55-inch Full HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) resolution display with a 120Hz high refresh rate. There is a punch-hole cutout in the top-left corner for the selfie camera and the screen is relatively flatter than the OnePlus 8.
OnePlus 8T is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor and could be paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage or 12GB+256GB storage options to choose from. The phone is expected to run on OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11, out-of-the-box.
OnePlus 8T could come with a 48MP primary camera, a 16MP ultra-wide-angle camera, a 5MP macro lens and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there is a 16MP selfie camera that is housed in the punch-hole cutout.
OnePlus 8T is confirmed to come fitted with a 4,500mAh battery with support for 65W fast charging out-of-the-box courtesy of Warp Charge 65.
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LG has launched its 2020 range of soundbars in India. There are 5 soundbars with prices ranging from Rs 29,990 for the entry-level SN4, going up to Rs 79,990 for the SN10YG. There are 5 soundbars in LG’s line-up with the wattage ranging from 300W to 600W. The SN4 model will be released in November 2020. The rest of the LG Sound Bar 2020 line-up will be available in key markets October onwards.
Commenting at the launch, Mr Hak Hyun Kim – HE Director said, “Customers today demand an all immersive cinema and home entertainment experience along with cutting-edge design features and the convenience of not having to use multiple devices. The latest Sound Bar product range by LG not only delivers high-quality and immersive sound experience but also offers innovative features to create a more personalized experience for the users, that take the cinema experience up a notch. LG has always sought out consumer feedback and implemented innovations specially catered to the evolving market demand while providing the most technologically advanced and superior product range for the families and modern generations today. With its newest launch, LG continues to innovate to meet the sound quality and experience desired by users today and create the most superior yet feasible user experience.”
LG Soundbar SN4 features and price
Kicking things off with the entry-level model, the LG SN4 is priced at Rs 29,990 and will be available starting November. It is a 2.1 channel soundbar with 300W of output and support for DTS Virtual: X. It has ARC support but does not support 4K pass-through. It has LG’s AI Sound Pro. The soundbar is accompanied by a wireless subwoofer and also supports Bluetooth streaming. In addition to HDMI ARC, it also has an Optical port.
LG Soundbar SNH5 features and price
The LG soundbar SNH5 is priced at Rs 39,990 and is available in key markets starting October. If it's a loud soundbar you are looking for then you can check this one out as it has an output of 600W. The soundbar also supports DTS Virtual:X. It also supports LG’s AI Sound Pro to adjusts sound levels based on what you're watching. The soundbar comes with a wireless subwoofer. The LG SNH5 is a 4.1 soundbar with 4 drivers housed in the bar itself. For connectivity, the soundbar has HDMI ARC, Bluetooth and an Optical port.
LG Soundbar SN6Y features and price
The LG Soundbar SN6Y is a 3.1 channel soundbar and comes with a wireless subwoofer. The added centre channel is for additional dialogue clarity. It is priced at Rs 39,990 and supports DTS Virtual:X. The soundbar also supports High-Resolution Audio playback. It also supports LG’s AI Sound Pro to adjust the sound levels based on what you are watching. For connectivity, the soundbar has HDMI ARC, Optical port and Bluetooth. Users can also add a pair of wireless surround speakers (sold separately) to make this a home theatre setup.
At this price point, the LG SN6Y competes directly with the Sony HT-G700 soundbar (review).
LG Soundbar SN8YG features and price
The LG SN8YG soundbar is priced at Rs 59,990 and will be available starting October 2020. The soundbar has audio powered by Meridian Audio Technologies and supports higher bitrate, Hi-Res content and uncompressed Dolby Atmos in addition to DTS: X. The soundbar also boasts of upfiring height speakers. It is a 3.1.2 system. This means it has 3 front-firing drivers, 2 top firing drivers and a wireless subwoofer for the low frequencies. Users can also control the soundbar using the Google Assistant. The soundbar also supports 4K and Dolby Vision passthrough. The soundbar also boasts of LG’s AI Sound Pro. The soundbar boasts of HDMI 2.1 ensuring you get uncompressed Dolby Atmos audio when connected to a compatible LG TV. Users can also add a pair of wireless surround speakers (sold separately) to make this a home theatre setup.
LG recently launched its HDMI 2.1 enabled OLED and NanoCell TVs. You can read more about them here.
For connectivity, the LG SN8YG has HDMI eARC, Optical port, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. The soundbar has a total output of 440W.
LG Soundbar SN10YG features and price
At the top of the food chain, we have the LG SN10YG. This premium soundbar is priced at Rs 79,990 and will be available starting October 2020. It is a 5.1.2 setup and users also have the option to add a pair of surround speakers (sold separately) to make this a complete home theatre setup. The soundbar is powered by Meridian Audio Technologies and also brings with it support for Dolby Atmos and HDMI 2.1. It also supports 4K and Dolby Vision HDMI passthrough. It brings with it upfiring speakers to add to the Dolby Atmos effect. The soundbar supports the Google Assistant which is built-in. For connectivity, the soundbar has 2 HDMI passthrough ports with support for 4K and Dolby Vision. It also has 1 HDMI eARC port and also has optical and Bluetooth connectivity and also connects to the internet via Wi-Fi. The soundbar has 3 front-firing drivers, two side-firing drivers and 2 upwards firing drivers to simulate a surround sound effect.
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