Fortnite Now Has Over 350 Million Registered Players, Next Party Royale Will Take Place on May 8

Fortnite's developer Epic Games has announced that the game has over 350 million registered players, adding that in April, players spent over 3.2 billion hours in-game.

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OnePlus 7T Pro and OnePlus 7 Pro receive deep discounts after OnePlus 8 series launch

With the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro going on sale from May 11, the company announced price cuts for the now-older OnePlus 7 Pro and OnePlus 7T Pro. After the revised pricing, the OnePlus 7T Pro will be Rs 6,000 cheaper. The discount in price comes after OnePlus started accepting pre-orders for the latest OnePlus 8 series.

OnePlus slashes price of the OnePlus 7T Pro and OnePlus 7 Pro

After a Rs 6,000 price cut, the OnePlus 7T Pro (review) will be available for Rs 47,999 , down from Rs 53,999 for the 8GB RAM variant with 256GB storage. The OnePlus 7 Pro (review) with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage now starts at Rs 42,999.

The primary difference between the two smartphones is in the design and camera setup. The performance of both flagships are nearly similar with the Snapdragon 855+ and the Snapdragon 855 at the heart of the OnePlus 7T Pro and OnePlus 7T, along with LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 3.0 storage. Both phones run on OnePlus’ own OxygenOS based on Android 10.

When can you buy the OnePlus 7T Pro and OnePlus 7 Pro at discounted prices?

The new prices of the OnePlus 7T Pro and OnePlus 7 Pro have started reflecting on Amazon.in and OnePlus’ own website. Unfortunately, however, the new prices can only be enjoyed by customers living in areas designated orange or green zones by the government during the third lockdown announced by the Government of India to curb the threat of coronavirus.

OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro price and availability

The discounts on the OnePlus 7T Pro and OnePlus 7 Pro comes after the OnePlus 8 series was listed for sale in India. The OnePlus 8 series is powered by the latest Snapdragon 865 SoC and supports 5G connectivity. Both phones sport high refresh rate displays, multi-camera setup and sleek design. The OnePlus 8 Pro even boasts of water resistance and wireless charging leading to many to claim it as the first true flagship smartphone from OnePlus.

The OnePlus 8 starts at Rs 41,999 for the 6GB RAM variant with 128GB storage which is available exclusively on Amazon. The mid-variant with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage retails for Rs 44,999 while the top variant with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage will sell for Rs 49,999.

The OnePlus 8 Pro with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage starts at Rs 54,999 while the topmost variant with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage is priced at Rs 59,999.

Both phones are up for pre-order on Amazon.in and will go on sale in green and orange zones from May 11.

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Motorola Razr 2019 listed on Flipkart, will be available from May 8

Motorola’s new flip/folding phone, the Motorola Razr 2019 has been listed on Flipkart and as per the website, it should go on sale from tomorrow, May 8, onwards. The phone was supposed to launch much earlier, but due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it kept getting delayed.

The phone is priced at Rs 1,24,999 and those interesting in purchasing the phone can choose to avail a few offers. Those with a Citibank Credit or Debit card will get  Rs 10,000 cashback. Further, those with a Flipkart Axis bank Credit Card can avail 5% Unlimited Cashback. Buyers can also avail no-cost EMI starting at Rs 5,209 a month. The retailed also notes that buyers will not be able to exchange their old smartphones for a discount due to the situation caused by COVID-19.

Motorola Razr 2019 specifications

The newest edition of the iconic Motorola Razr smartphones features a 6.2-inch Cinemavision foldable pOLED screen with a resolution of 2142x876p and an aspect ratio of 21.9. When folded, it offers a smaller, 2.7-inch secondary display with a 600x800p resolution and a 4:3 aspect ratio. Powering the device is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 SoC with 6GB RAM. The phone offers 128GB internal storage and runs Android 9 Pie. 

In terms of optics, the Motorola Razr 2019 packs a  16MP rear camera with an f/1.7 aperture lens. At the front is a 5MP unit. The device sports a 2510mAh battery with support for 15W TurboPower fast charging tech.

We had a chance to check out the device and you can read our first impressions here. 

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Realme Narzo 10 and Narzo 10a launching in India on May 11: How to watch the event, specifications and everything you need to know

Realme has announced that it will launch the Narzo series on May 11 via a live stream. The smartphone which was said to launch in April was delayed due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Now that the lockdown has partially lifted, we can see the launch of the smartphone along with the fact that it will go on sale in Green and Orange zones in the country. The Narzo series will include two handsets, namely, the Narzo 10 and Narzo 10A. Realme is reportedly pushing the Narzo series at the youth, as inferred from the flashy promotional material that place a lot of emphasis on “Gen Z”. Detailed specifications of the duo remain unknown. 

A mail sent by Realme reads, “The wait for the much anticipated Narzo series, a brand new generation of power-packed devices from Realme, is now finally over. We are glad to invite you to the digital launch of Realme Narzo 10 & Realme Narzo 10A on 11th May and experience the new future of premium, performance-driven, affordable smartphones. The launch of Narzo marks a special occasion for us as with this new series, we are now bringing home the ultimate combination of the best gaming performance with a distinct identity and edge for the Gen Z consumers. They are disruptive, trendsetting and trailblazers and the Narzo series has been exquisitely crafted to match their beats. Additionally, with consumers now being able to access smartphone delivery in green and orange zones, we are thrilled to bring the new experience of Narzo 10 & Narzo 10A at your doorstep”.

Realme Narzo 10 live stream: How to watch

You will be able to watch the launch video of the Realme Marzo 10 and Realme Narzo 10A smartphones that will be streamed online at 12:30 P.M. on Monday, May 11, 2020, below.

Realme Narzo 10 price and specifications

Some of the specifications of the smartphone have been confirmed. The Narzo 10 is said to come with a 48MP quad-camera setup at the back. The cameras are placed vertically. The Narzo 10A will have a triple camera setup at the back and will pack a 5000mAh battery. The smartphones are also said to support fast charging and come with a 6.5-inch display. The rest of the specifications of the devices are unknown but since they are targeting gamers in their promotional material, it will compete with devices like the Poco X2 and the Redmi Note 8 Pro, to name a few. 

In other smartphone news, if you are looking at the Realme X50 Pro as your next smartphone, we say hold your horses and check out our comparison between the OnePlus 8, Realme X50 Pro, and the IQOO 3 here. You can also check out our comparison between the Apple iPhone SE 2020 and the OnePlus 8 and the Realme x50 Pro here.

Realme was originally set to launch the Narzo family of devices on March 26, 2020. But due to the Coronavirus outbreak, the launch of the smartphone was postponed. 

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PUBG Mobile v0180 now rolling out: Everything you need to know about the new update

Tencent has finally started pushing out the v0.18.0 update for PUBG Mobile. As expected, the major update introduces a whole host of new features to the game as well as a number of bug fixes and improvements. The company notes that the update will take up about 1.97GB of storage space on Android and 2.21GB on iOS. In other words, players will have to make quite a bit of space if they are running out of storage space in their phones. 

Tencent notes that while the servers will not be taken offline for the update, players on different versions of PUBG Mobile will not be able to invite one another. The update is currently being pushed out to users and the developers have posted the patch notes for the update on Reddit. As expected, the v0.18.0 update is pretty much the sea as the beta version of the game we tried playing a few weeks back. 

Mad Miramar

The biggest part of the update is the new version of Miramar, called Mad Miramar. As per the patch notes, there have been some visual updates as well as some new elements. An Oasis has been added to the northern part of the map, while to the northwest are some Urban Ruins. The developers have also added more housing areas, roads and resources. 

There is also the addition of a race track that runs through the whole map. This should make driving on the map more fun. Speaking of driving, the game will now feature a Golden Mirado. However, only one instance of the vehicle will spawn in the map, making it a rare prize for players who want to ride into battle with some style.    Vending machines have also been added to the game. These machines will dispense Energy Drinks and Painkillers and those who are lucky might get as many as eight drinks at a time. 

The update also brings a number of visual updates, both in the map and in the main menu. There is now a chance for the Miramar map and the main menu to be under the effect of a sand storm. Meanwhile, the main lobby will now feature a Miramar theme and music. Further, players will also get to earn new achievements and complete events for rewards. 

Bluehole Mode (coming soon)

This new game mode will be a new addition to the EvoGround Arcade and will be available at a later date. This game mode will be set in Erangel and is pretty similar to the classic mode. However, instead of only one circle, there will be two circles. The outer circle will represent the safe zone, while the inner circle will harm the health of whoever is inside it. However, the inner circle will also represent the next circle. So once the outer zone finishes shrinking to the inner circle, a new inner zone will appear. This will go on till the match ends.

Jungle Adventure (coming soon)

Miramar and Erangel aren’t the only maps getting some love. Sanhok will soon play host to a new mode called Jungle Adventure. When playing a match in Sanhok, there will be a random chance to entre the new Jungle Adventure mode. In this mode, players can find and use ancient totems to receive items or a ‘blessing’. It is not yet known what these blessings will do. Similarly, the jungle will also contain food items that may grant “mysterious effects.” Finally, there is a hot air balloon that plays can use to scout the battlefield. 

New Weapon

The P90 submachine gun (SMG) has been added to the Arena. This weapon fires 9mm bullets and offers a default magazine capacity of 50 rounds. It has three firing modes, single, burst and full-auto. In terms of attachments, the weapon can be equipped with muzzle attachments and the Laser Sight. It can also accommodate scopes up to 6x. 

There is also a new variant of the Win94 rifle. This new version of the weapons will come with a 2.7x scope attached as default, similar to the VSS. This new weapon will only spawn in Miramar. 

Canted Sight

There is a new Canted Sight attachment that will now spawn in games and it will be compatible with most assault rifles, submachine guns, sniper rifles, light machine guns, and even some shotguns. The new sight slots on the side of weapons and can be used alongside other scopes. It acts as a close-range scope and the two scopes can be toggled via a new button added to the UI. 

New Results Screen UI

Speaking of the UI, the Results Screen UI has been updated and now features ‘detailed results’. It will now allow players to view data on each weapon they used in the game. They will also be able to check and compare statistics with others in the same tier.

Cheer Park

The Cheer Park can accommodate up to 20 players at a time and has most of the same features as the Training Ground. Players can use this downtime to view information about other plays as well as chat and interact with them. Players can also invite their friends and roast chicken in cheer park. Other activities in Cheer Park include 1v1 duels, play the Hunt game that was featured in the anniversary celebrations, and show off their skills at the shooting range.   

Royale Pass Season 13

The new season 13 of Royale Pass will kick off from May 13 and will have the Toy Playground theme. The new pass brings with it Cartoon Ranger outfits for players. At rank 50, players can choose either Ice Ranger or Fire Ranger and at Rank 100, they get the Ultra Defender Set. There is also the Puppet Agent outfit that has three forms that players can mix and match.   

Others

There have also been a whole host of other changes and fixes that are aimed at improving the gameplay experience for PUBG Mobile players. This includes improvements to Death Replays, weapon balancing, Guncraft Finishes and more. You can check out the entire patch notes over on Reddit to know more.

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Here’s How You Can Play High-End PC Games Without a Gaming PC Using GeForce Now Cloud Streaming

GeForce Now is a cloud gaming service which allows you to stream games from Steam, UPlay and others over the Internet, on your PC, Mac or Android device. It’s not officially launched in India, but here’s how you can get it to work here.

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Microsoft announces Surface Book 3, Surface Go 2 and more

The Covid-19 outbreak has brought practically every industry to a grinding halt, but as time has passed, corporations have started to move past the pandemic. Amidst the slow re-opening of global economies, Microsoft has announced a slew of new Surface hardware. For those curious, today’s announcement includes a new Surface Book 3, Surface Go 2 and Surface Headphones 2 along with a few other accessories.

Microsoft Surface Book 3 Specifications

Microsoft’s transforming laptop is now on its third avatar. Microsoft has refreshed both the 13.5-inch and 15-inch models and unlike the Surface Book 2 which came with different generations of Intel processors, the new Surface Book 3 are all equipped with 10th generation Intel processors. Practically everything across the board has been given a roughly 50 percent bump. The display size and resolution remain the same, but other important components like RAM, storage and even the GPU have far more options available to the consumer. Buyers can now configure their Surface Book 3 with up to 32GB of LPDDR4x memory and up to 1TB of solid-state storage on the 13.5-inch model and 2TB on the 15-inch Surface Book 3. The graphics cards on both the machines have also been bumped up, with the 13.5-inch model getting capped to the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 while the larger model now can go up to Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti. Both the machines have been upgraded to Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0, and they both also come with IR camera to support Windows Hello biometric authentication.

Microsoft Surface Book 3 Price and Availability

Microsoft has revealed that the Surface Book 3 would be available in the U.S. starting May 21, but there is no word on when the franken-tablet-laptop would come to India. In terms of pricing, the Surface Book 3 13.5-inch model would start at $1599 and go all the way up to $2,699 for the top-end configuration. The Surface Book 3 price will start at $2299, going all the way up to $3399 for the highest configuration. India pricing has not yet been announced.

Microsoft Surface Go 2 Specifications

Microsoft Surface Go 2 seems to partially address the biggest criticism of the original Surface Go tablet, its display. The new Surface Go 2 comes with a 10.5-inch display just like its predecessor, but this time, the bezels are narrowed. Microsoft is offering the Surface Go 2 with two flavours of Intel processors; the Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y and the Intel Core m3-8100Y. RAM options swing between 4GB and 8GB while storage is a choice between 64GB eMMC and 128GB SSD. The Core m3 powered Surface Go 2 will come with 8GB RAM and 128GB SSD as standard.

Microsoft Surface Go 2 Price and Availability

Microsoft has announced that the Surface Go 2 will start at a price tag of $399, going all the way up to $729. Microsoft Surface Go 2 will be available in several countries around the world on May 12, with the tablet being launched in India on July 14. However, the India price has not been announced yet.

Microsoft Surface Headphones 2

Microsoft is also updating the Surface Headphones which they had announced last year. This year, the Surface Headphones two also get a new black colour variant, although that’s as far as the cosmetic changes go. On the inside, Microsoft says users can expect better battery life and the headphones will charge completely in 2 hours. Surface Headphones 2 now also sport Bluetooth 5.0.

Surface Headphones 2 Price and Availability

The Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 will cost consumers $250, significantly cheaper than the original model which debuted at a hefty price tag of $350. The headphones are already up for pre-order and will start shipping May 12 in the U.S. Once again, no word on when they will be launched in India and at what price.

It is interesting that just two days ago, Microsoft had announced the availability of the Surface Pro X, Surface Pro 7 and the Surface Laptop 3 in India. The trio of devices is the newest in their respective product-lines, with Surface Book and Surface Go being the only two devices that were due for an upgrade. That upgrade has finally come today.  

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