OnePlus Buds will support Dolby Atmos, come in three colour options: Report

OnePlus is all set to launch the OnePlus Nord and the OnePlus TWS called the OnePlus Buds at an AR event tomorrow and if you want to know how to watch the event live in AR, you can do so here. However, today’s information comes from 9to5Google who have discovered new information about the OnePlus Buds in an update for the OnePlus 8. The update highlights some important information about the Buds such as the colour options it will be available in, some gestures and even fast pairing. So let’s dive in and see all the new information uncovered about the OnePlus Buds. 

OnePlus Buds Colour Options and Design

According to the source, the OnePlus Buds will be available in three colour options - black, white and blue. The white and black seem to be pretty simple, but the blue ones seem to have a green interior in the charging/carrying box. It still isn’t clear if these will be the only three colour options for the buds. The design of the Buds itself is inspired by the original OnePlus Bullets with a flat circle on the top of the earbud. The design of the earbud is also in line with a recent interview in which Carl Pei was wearing the buds. 

In the latest OnePlus 8 update, OnePlus added a OnePlus Buds apk with full res images of the OnePlus Buds. Here are the renders. pic.twitter.com/KJFskESIpN

— Max Weinbach (@MaxWinebach) July 19, 2020 OnePlus Buds Features

The information from the update also revealed some information about the features of the Buds. One of the features is “find my bud” which could be used to locate a bud if you left it on your desk by accident and can’t find it. In such cases, the TWS bud usually starts buzzing/ringing softly at first, gradually picking up volume. We wish this is the case here as well because the last thing you want is to find the bud snug in your ear and start ringing loudly. 

The next feature uncovered was support for Dolby Atmos. It will be interesting to see how the earbuds simulate surround sound. Headphones are ideal for simulating surround sound when compared to a simple soundbar or a TV that boasts of Atmos. Other features uncovered include fast pairing and touch controls. 

OnePlus Buds Price

OnePlus hasn’t confirmed the price of the buds but has teased on Instagram that the device will cost $XX.XX. There is no information or a teaser about the India price of the OnePlus Buds. However, all the rumours and leaks will be put to rest once the Buds are announced alongside the OnePlus Nord on July 21.

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Thomson to launch 75-inch Android TV in August in India

Thomson is expected to launch a 75-inch variant of its Android TV lineup in India. While the details of the TV such as its specifications are not known, what is known is that it will run on the Android TV platform. Thomson recently launched its lineup of Android TVs in India featuring TVs ranging from 43-inch to 65-inch with prices starting at Rs 24,999. All the TVs bring with them a 4K resolution along with HDR support including Dolby Vision. You can read more about the new TV lineup here. 

Thomson 75-inch TV Expected Features and Specifications

Considering we have an existing lineup of Android TV’s from Thomson, we don't expect this TV to change anything in terms of features or specifications under the hood. This is just expected to be a larger screen size option. While players like Kodak, Xiaomi and more offer 65-inch as the largest screen size in India, TCL offers a larger screen size (75-inch) in its P715 4K HDR TV lineup. 

Coming back to the upcoming Thomson 75-inch TV, the 55 and 65-inch TVs that have launched have a peak brightness of 550 nits and we think the same will translate to the 75-inch variant. The TV will run on the Android TV platform giving users access to apps from the Play Store including streaming services like Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar and more. We can expect the TV to come with 3 HDMI and 2 USB ports for your connectivity needs. Other features like 2.4GHz WiFi only along with a 60Hz refresh rate will also be there on this TV as they are present in the 65-inch variant. The TV will also support Chromecast built-in and come with a voice-enabled remote control. 

Thomson 75-inch TV Expected Price

The 65-inch Thomson Android TV is priced at Rs 52,999 while the 55-inch variant is priced at Rs 32,999. The larger the screen size, the more expensive the panel will be. This is why we think the Thomson 75-inch TV could be priced in the ballpark of Rs 80,000 or Rs 85,000. To put things into perspective, the 75-inch variant of the TCL P715 is priced at Rs 99,990 while the 65-inch is priced at Rs 61,990 and the 55-inch at Rs 39,990. Keeping the competition and past price in mind, we have come to the consensus that the 75-inch Thomson TV will be around the 85K mark. 

Since everyone is choosing to sit at home during the lockdown, entertainment on the big screen from OTT services has seen a rise. If you are in the market to pick up a new TV and are looking for a 4K HDR TV on a budget, then you can check out our list of the best budget 4K HDR TVs across different screen sizes here. If you are looking for a premium TV experience, you can check out our list of the best 4K HDR TVs here.

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How to watch the OnePlus Nord AR launch on July 21

OnePlus Nord is the much-awaited affordable smartphone by the company and is slated to launch on July 21 in an AR event. The OnePlus Buds will also be making its debut alongside the phone and is the company’s first truly wireless earbuds. The Nord is making its way to India and Europe and is scheduled to launch on July 21 at 7:30 PM IST in an augmented reality event which will let you interact with the phone virtually through the OnePlus Nord AR app.

OnePlus has been revealing key features of the Nord in the lead up to the launch and it’s confirmed to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset with six cameras (four on the rear, two on the front), a high-refresh-rate display and OxygenOS that drives home the essential OnePlus experience. OnePlus Nord has been the centre of many leaks and we also know how it looks like in real-life courtesy of leaked design renders and an appearance on a recent YouTube video by MKBHD.

How to watch OnePlus Nord launch event live?

OnePlus is preparing an AR launch event for the Nord and it has outlined some steps that a viewer needs to follow to get the right AR experience. Having said that, AR is something that requires a fast and stable Internet connecting and a powerful phone that can deliver that AR experience to you. So you don’t have to worry if you don’t have access to either as the AR launch event will be live-streamed on YouTube and the OnePlus Nord page on the company’s website. 

For anyone who wants to watch the launch event online, OnePlus has partnered with some creators including Unbox Therapy, Jojol, AlexiBexi, Topes de Gama and Andreagaleazzi who will be live-streaming the launch on their YouTube and Twitch channels. 

OnePlus has also launched the Nord AR app that’s available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store which lets you experience the world’s first AR launch event of a smartphone. Here’s how to watch the launch event by using the AR app.

Download the OnePlus Nord AR app (Android | iOS)

Open the app

Create an avatar or skip the process

Follow the on-screen instructions to create an AR space.

You will see an outline of the phone along with countdown timer of the launch

If you have a physical invite for the event, there’s a cardboard cutout inside it with a QR code. Scan this QR code using the camera app and visit the link to the live countdown of the launch. Once the launch event is live, you can watch everything unfold in a familiar setting. Do remember though that for the smooth viewing experience, your phone needs to have a strong Internet connection.

OnePlus Nord leaked specifications

OnePlus Nord is rumoured to feature a 6.55-inch Full HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) AMOLED screen with a 90Hz high-refresh-rate. The leaks have indicated that the phone could have a dual punch-hole cutout in the corner for the selfie camera.

The phone is confirmed to be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset with an octa-core processor and Adreno 620 GPU. This is paired with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage and there could be more variants as well.

The OnePlus Nord is confirmed to come with a quad-camera setup on the back that consists of a primary 48MP camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera, a 2MP macro camera and a 5MP depth sensor. On the front, there is a 32MP primary camera supported by an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 105-degree field-of-view for selfies.

It is rumoured to be fitted with a 4,300mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging out-of-the-box.

 

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Realme 6i to launch in India on July 24: All you need to know

The Realme 6i will launch in India on Friday, July 24 at 12 PM, according to the page that went live on Flipkart, but was quickly taken down. The teasers released on the page suggest the Realme 6i will run on the MediaTek Helio G90T SoC, the same chipset that powers the Realme 6.    Realme CEO Madhav Sheth also confirmed the Realme 6 series will be refresh with a ‘powerful addition’, announcing the launch on Twitter. The tweet also confirmed the process and display specs.The Realme 6i is not a fresh, new smartphone, however. It launched in Myanmar in March. Realme also launched the Realme 6s in Europe in May. And going by the rumours and leaks, the Indian version of the Realme 6i will more closely resemble the Realme 6s.

#realme6series is known for #ProCameraProDisplay, now let's welcome the "i" addition!#realme6i comes with #PowerfulPerformanceProDisplay, 2 core features for tech enthusiasts & multitaskers: Helio G90T chipset & 90Hz Display. Very powerful mid-ranger, post-GST hike in industry. pic.twitter.com/AZGdNxuoPZ

— Madhav (@MadhavSheth1) July 20, 2020 The Realme 6i is set to launch in India on July 24 The listing on Flipkart said the Realme 6i will run on the MediaTek Helio G90T, which is tuned specifically for gaming. The chipset features high performance Cortex A76 cores and power-efficient Cortex A55 cores.   Based on the images on the listing page, the Realme 6i seems to rock a punch-hole selfie camera along with a quad camera setup at the back. No other details have been confirmed on the e-commerce website.    Based on rumours, the Realme 6i is expected to come with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage, and feature a 90Hz LCD display measuring 6.5-inches with FHD+ resolution, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. The camera setup is expected to be led by a 48MP primary camera along with three other cameras. Reports claim a 4,300mAh battery on the phone with 30W fast charging support.   In other Realme news, the company recently unveiled its 125W UltraDART fast charging solution. You can read more about that here. The company also launched the Realme C11 with Helio G35 SoC in India recently and you can read more about that here.

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BlackRock Android malware poses as fake Google updates to steal your data

BlackRock Android malware has been spotted online and can reportedly steal personal user data from over 337 popular Android apps such as Gmail, Netflix, Amazon, Instagram and more. BlackRock is a new type of banking malware that steals personal information but is different from other such malware as it targets social networking, shopping and dating apps as well as essential apps such as Gmail and Outlook.

BlackRock was discovered in May 2020 by ThreatFabric analysts who found out that this new malware was based on the Xerses banking malware that comes from the family of LokiBot banking trojan malwares. In its report, ThreatFabric states that the source code of Xerses was made public back in May 2019 and so the malware was essentially accessible to anyone who could tweak its features and release it. BlackRock has undergone changes and has an increased target list of apps that include many popular non-financial apps. Usually, banking malware targets only financial apps.

How does BlackRock Android malware works?

BlackRock banking malware disguises itself as fake Google Updates notifications that pop-up on the users phone. The malware makes its icon disappear from the app drawer and asks for Accessibility permissions. Once the user grants the privileges, Google Update pop-up messages start to appear with the bot granting itself the rest of the administrator permissions it needs to fully function. 

After this, the malware can conduct overlay attacks and can steal sensitive information such as login credentials, banking details and more. There are as many as 337 apps that this malware targets and this is something that hasn’t been observed before with banking malware. It cannot be detected by any mobile anti-virus as it doesn't let the user open any security apps such as Avast, AVG, BitDefender, Eset, Symantec, TrendMicro, Kaspersky, McAfee, Avira and other such apps.

BlackRock targets Yahoo Mail, Microsoft Outlook, Gmail, Hotmail, Uber, Netflix, eBay, Amazon, Telegram, WhatsApp, Twitter, Snapchat, Skype, Instagram, Facebook Messenger, YouTube, Reddit, Pinterest, Google Pay, Tinder, banking and payments apps and more.

The BlackRock Android malware is being distributed by third-party websites and hasn’t been spotted on the Play Store yet. So as a measure of precaution, its recommended not to visit untrusted websites.

 

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JBL Quantum 600 Gaming Headphones Review

JBL has launched the Quantum series of gaming headsets in India, with the Quantum 600 sitting in the middle of the range. Priced at Rs. 12,999, this gaming headset offers both wired and wireless connectivity. Is this is best mid-range gaming headset you can buy? Find out in our review.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 launched in India: Price, specifications, availability and more

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 has launched in India as the successor to the Redmi Note 8 series and completes the company’s Note 9 lineup in India. It joins the Redmi Note 9 Pro and Note 9 Pro Max as the budget phone in the series. The Redmi Note 8 lineup has been hugely successful with Xiaomi shipping over 30 million units globally and driving the company to achieve its highest market share in India in the first quarter of 2020.

Now with the Redmi Note 9, the company aims to offer yet another affordable smartphone for people on a budget. The Note 9 offers a Full HD+ display, powerful octa-core processor, quad-cameras on the back and more. 

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 price and availability

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 starts at Rs 11,999 in India for the base variant with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. The other variant with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage is priced at Rs 13,499 while the maxed-out variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage is priced at Rs 14,999. It comes in three colours-- Aqua Green, Pebble Grey and Arctic White.

The Redmi Note 9 goes on sale in India from July 24 on Amazon India, Mi India store, Mi Homes and offline Mi verified retailers.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 specifications

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 features a 6.53-inch display with a Full HD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels) and a punch-hole cutout in the top-left corner for the selfie camera. The screen is topped with a layer of Gorilla Glass 5 for added protection against drops and the phone is built with water-repellent coating. It measures 8.9mm at its thickest point and weighs 199 grams. 

The Note 9 is powered by MediaTek Helio G85 chipset with an octa-core CPU and Mali-G52 GPU. This is paired with upto 4GB RAM and 128GB storage options to choose from with an option to expand the storage further by adding a microSD card. It runs on MIUI 11 out-of-the-box which is based on MIUI 11.

It comes with a quad-camera setup on the back which is positioned in the top centre, accompanied by a fingerprint reader. The Redmi Note 9 features a 48MP primary camera with an f/1.8 aperture, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 118-degree field-of-view, a 2MP macro camera and a 2MP depth sensor supported by an LED flash. The rear cameras can record in 1080p at 30FPS. On the front, there is a 13MP selfie camera housed within the punch-hole display that can also record in 1080p at 30FPS.

The Note 9 comes with the basic set of sensors and connectivity features like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 along with USB Type-C connector to charge the battery. It comes with a 5,020mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging and comes with 22.5W adapter out-of-the-box.

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