Sid Meier's Civilization VI Is Free for PC on the Epic Games Store Till May 28

Sid Meier’s Civilization VI is now free on the Epic Games Store for PC players as part of Epic Games’ Mega Sale 2020. This comes a week after the Epic Games Store gave away Grand Theft Auto V (GTA V) for free.

from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/36mvDLQ

Trailer for New Christopher Nolan Film TENET Released on Fortnite

Christopher Nolan and Warner Bros. released the trailer for their upcoming action/sci-fi film TENET, starring John David Washington and Robert Pattinson, in Fortnite on the big screen. The trailer which was supposed to debut in movie theatres was then shifted to Fortnite due to the lockdown, as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

The event started out with Geoff Keighley, producer and host of The Game Awards welcoming everyone in-game to the event and describing the significance of gathering together for events as such, during tough times even if it is virtual. He then introduced the special guest for the event, the star of TENET John David Washington onto the video call. After a bit of casual chatting in regards to John’s love and connection to gaming, the new trailer was revealed on the big screen. The event was similar to other Fortnite special events such as the Marshmello and the recent Travis Scott concert. Where players could just run or mess around and shoot at stuff while the event takes place. You can check out the official trailer here.

The trailer started out by showing some of the world and some recycled footage from the first official trailer that was released back in December. It then proceeded to give a much clearer understanding of the movie. When the first trailer came out, it was speculated that this Nolan flick has to do something with time travel. However, all those assumptions were shut down when this trailer blatantly revealed that it, in fact, deals with reversing the flow of time or rather “Time Inversion”. The trailer then proceeded to showcase some action sequences in the 7 different locations where it was filmed including the likes of London, Denmark and Mumbai. After some more quick action sequences with dramatic music, the trailer ended with Robert Pattinson plotting with John David Washington to crash an airplane, before revealing the credits, which said, “COMING TO THEATRES”.

The initial release date, which was slated for 17 July 2020, had been scrapped off. This proves that Nolan is adamant on releasing the movie only in theatres. No matter how long it takes for the pandemic to end, Nolan has no plans to release this movie on any streaming service or as a VOD for the time being. The event ended with Geoff Keighley talking to Washington about his experience filming with Nolan and Pattinson, before revealing a huge announcement. He said, “This summer, we will be screening an iconic Christopher Nolan full-length feature film right here on the big screen.” The fact that a blockbuster film is being set to be shown within a game is a huge deal for the gaming and filmmaking scene alike. The scope that it provides with respect to the outreach and getting younger audiences interested is unreal. That too, free of cost! Further details on this event will be revealed later.

As of now, neither Christopher Nolan nor Warner Bros. Pictures has commented further on the release date for TENET. It could be subject to change depending on Nolan’s contract with Warner Bros. and how soon the pandemic ends leading to reopening of theatres worldwide.

from Latest Technology News https://ift.tt/2XnRLBF

Netflix will cancel subscriptions that have not been used in over a year

If you’re subscribed to Netflix but haven’t used your account for a year since joining, you may be getting an email from Netflix soon. The streaming giant released a blog post wherein the company has said that it will be sending emails and notifications to users who have not logged in or used their service for a year since they joined. Netflix users who have also not watched any content on the platform for two years will also be receiving the email. If you decide not to respond to that particular email, your Netflix account will be cancelled automatically.  

Users who wish to reinstate their accounts will find it easier to do do. You can just sign up again within 10 months of the cancellation period and you will retain your Netflix account along with its details, profiles and much more. So, if you’re planning on keeping your Netflix account, you should answer the email Netflix has and will be sending out. Netflix has stated that less than 1 per cent of its user base is inactive. 

In the blog post, the company said, “we’re asking everyone who has not watched anything on Netflix for a year since they joined to confirm they want to keep their membership. And we’ll do the same for anyone who has stopped watching for more than two years. Members will start seeing these emails or in-app notifications this week. If they don’t confirm that they want to keep subscribing, we’ll automatically cancel their subscription. If anyone changes their mind later, it’s really easy to restart Netflix”

If you’re still stuck at home because of the lockdown, you may want to check out some of the best anime shows on Netflix, right here. Or, if you’re more into superhero shows, you can do that, right here. We’ve also got a list of some of the best sci-fi shows on the platform as well. You can check it out here. 

from Latest Technology News https://ift.tt/2Xjja7M

Vodafone Idea Rs 29 recharge brings with it a validity of 14 days and 100MB of data

Vodafone Idea has added a new pack to its AllRounder Value pack. This pack which is priced at Rs 29 brings with it the validity of 14 days and high-speed data of 100MB for the duration of the validity. The details of the pack read, “Rs 20 Secondary Talktime (Call+ SMS Only) + 2.5p/Sec Call + 100 MB Data 14 Days.” Thus from the details, it can be deduced that with this recharge, a user gets Rs 20 talk time for voice calls and SMS and 100MB data. The pack has a call rate of Rs. 2.5 paise per second for all local and national calls. This AllRounder pack is valid for Delhi only as of now but it is expected to be available in other circles as well. The Allrounder packs start at Rs 29 and go up to Rs 95. 

If a data limit is no concern, then there are also Talktime top-ups available from Vodafone starting at Rs 10 going up to Rs 1000 which offers talktime only and don't have a validity or data offering. You can read more about them here. 

In other Vodafone news, Vodafone Idea has started an initiative to facilitate contactless recharging at retail outlets. This initiative should allow the customer as well as the retailer to maintain social distancing norms. The company says that it will be made possible through the Vodafone Idea Smart Connect retailer app which allows retailers to recharge without the need for them to hand over their phone to the customer. Instead, the customer or retailer can speak out the 10-digit mobile number and the Google Voice-enabled feature should be able to capture the command.  You can read more about it here. For those that are looking for higher data consumption on their devices can check out the double data plans available on Vodafone Staring at Rs 299 here. 

If broadband is what you are looking for then you can check unlimited data broadband plans here. 

from Latest Technology News https://ift.tt/3gjsfGv

6-series Snapdragon chipset leaks with 5G support, expected to launch in Q2 2020

5G is becoming the centre play for Qualcomm this year with the chipmaker taking its 5G modems beyond the flagship level. We saw that happen with the Snapdragon 765 late last year, and now the Snapdragon 6-series will also reportedly include a 5G SoC.

Details about an sm6350 SoC leaked courtesy noted Chinese tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo which highlights a 5G chip inside. Notably, the chip could be a big push towards the China market where 5G connectivity is live and 5G smartphones are launching left, right and centre.

According to the tipster, the leaked 6-series Snapdragon SoC will feature an octa-core CPU design with two large cores clocked at 2.25GHz and six efficiency cores clocked at 1.8GHz. The chipset will feature the Adreno 615 GPU which also features in the Snapdragon 670. The chip is expected to launch in Q2 2020 and will sport a 5G modem.

The tipster also claimed Qualcomm is not alone in making low-end 5G chipsets. MediaTek and Huawei are also expected to announce similar mid-range 5G chipsets. The post included the name of MT6853 5G SoC and the Kirin 720 5G, which are also expected to be announced soon.

In other Qualcomm news, the OnePlus Z could also be coming with a Qualcomm processor. You can read more about that story here. 

from Latest Technology News https://ift.tt/2WVvBI2

Xiaomi could launch Redmi AirDots S true wireless earbuds in India on May 26

Xiaomi has revealed that it is going to announce a new audio product on May 26 under its Redmi sub-brand. While the details have been kept under wraps, a teaser image posted by the company hints at the launch of the Redmi AirDots S true wireless earphones in India. 

A tweet from Xiaomi India MD, Manu Kumar Jain revealed the launch date of a new category under the Redmi brand. Apart from the tweet, an event page has gone live on the Xiaomi India website teasing a bunch of features of the upcoming audio product. This includes wireless Bluetooth connectivity, long battery life, water and sweat resistance, reduced latency and touch controls. All these features are indicative of the Redmi AirDots S TWS earbuds and Xiaomi will likely release these in India as the new affordable true wireless audio product.

Notably, Xiaomi recently announced its first TWS earphones in India-- the Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 priced at Rs 4,499. The Redmi AirDots S TWS could be much more affordable as such, given its price in China which is CNY 99.9 which translates to around Rs 1,000 by direct conversion.

Xiaomi Redmi AirDots S features

Xiaomi Redmi AirDots S offers a true wireless listening experience and connects to your Xiaomi smartphone in a jiffy. The left and right earbuds can be used either in mono or binaural modes, meaning that a single earbud can also be used at any given time. The AirDost S is fairly lightweight with both the earbuds weighing in under 10 grams.

The AirDots S comes with Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity for a robust and smooth connection. These pair of earbuds are equipped with 7.2mm audio drivers with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) noise reduction technology that is capable of reducing background noise while you’re on a call.

AirDots S support touch controls and can be used to control music playback, receive calls and use the phone’s voice assistant. It works with both Apple Sire and Google Voice Assistant. The earbuds are also IPX4 rated, making it waterproof. Though the charging case isn’t water-resistant.

These earphones come with a carrying case that doubles up as a charging unit. Xiaomi claims that the earbuds can last for around 4 hours on a single charge and up to 12 hours when used with the charging case.

In other Xiaomi news, the company could also launch the RedmiBook 14 in June. You can read more about that story here. 

Xiaomi also just announced MIUI 12 bringing with it a bunch of new features which you can check out here. 

from Latest Technology News https://ift.tt/2WObDPi

Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite launched at Rs 8,999: Sale date, offers, specs

Just a couple of days after launching its flagship Moto Edge+, the Moto G8 Power Lite by Motorola has debuted in India today and will go on sale by the end of this month. Motorola had announced the smartphone back in April and positioned it as a lower mid-range smartphone with long battery life. The smartphone runs on the MediaTek Helio P35 SoC and rocks a large 5,000mAh battery.

Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite price in India and sale date

The Moto G8 Power Lite will be available in a single variant with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. The phone is priced at Rs 8,999 and will go on sale on Flipkart from May 29 at 12 noon. There are two colours to choose from — Arctic Blue and Royal Blue.

Flipkart is also offering additional discounts if you plan on buying the Moto G8 Power Lite. You get 5 percent unlimited cashback on purchase made via Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card, effectively bringing the price down to Rs 8,549. Flipkart is also offering a bunch of EMI plans as well.

Moto G8 Power Lite hardware specs and features

The Moto G8 Power Lite is powered by the MediaTek Helio P35 and runs on Android 9 Pie with a near-stock UI. The phone rocks a compact 6.5-inch HD+ IPS LCD  display with HD+ resolution. It’s a phone made for everyday basic use with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.

The Moto G8 Power Lite sports a triple camera setup at the back led by a 16MP primary camera with f/2.0 aperture, followed by a 2MP depth sensor and a 2MP f/2.4 macro lens. On the front is an 8MP selfie shooter with f/2.0 aperture housed in a waterdrop notch.

The smartphone also offers expandable storage via a microSD card slot up to 256GB and runs on a 5,000mAh battery with support for 10W charging. There’s support for 4G LTE, Bluetooth 4.2 and takes power through a micro-USB slot. It even houses a 3.5mm headphone jack. There’s a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor for biometric authentication.

from Latest Technology News https://ift.tt/3dYgPG2