Poco M2 launched in India starting at Rs 10,999: Price, specifications and availability

Poco M2 has officially launched in India as the new budget offering by the Xiaomi sub-brand. Just a day after the global launch of the Poco X3 NFC, the company has released a toned-down version of the Poco M2 Pro for the entry-level segment that launched in India on July 7.

Poco M2 has been designed for the budget segment and comes with the essential feature set including a Full HD+ screen, high-capacity battery, water-resistant built and more. Interestingly, the Poco M2 borrows a lot from the Redmi 9 Prime that was launched in August in India. Let’s take a look at the price, specifications and availability of the Poco M2.

Safety is second to none. And that’s just why #POCOM2 is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3, P2i Nanocoating and a pre-installed screen protector. #PowerFTW pic.twitter.com/Ffb6r5Vyvd

— POCO India #POCOM2 (@IndiaPOCO) September 8, 2020 Poco M2 price and availability

Poco M2 is priced starting at Rs 10,999 for the base variant with 6GB RAM and 64GB storage and Rs 12,499 for the 128GB storage variant. The M2 will be available in three colours-- Brick Red, Pitch Black and Slate Blue.

Poco M2 goes on sale for the first time on September 15 at 12 PM on Flipkart.

Poco M2 specifications

Poco M2 features a 6.53-inch Full HD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels) resolution display with a waterdrop notch cutout for the selfie camera up front. The screen is protected by a layer of Gorilla Glass 3 and the fingerprint sensor is situated just below the camera module. The Poco M2 is also protected by P2i splash and rust protection.

The M2 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G80 processor with an octa-core CPU and Mali-G52 GPU. This is paired with 6GB RAM and upto 128GB storage options to choose from. The phone also comes with a dedicated microSD card slot for storage expansion. It runs on Android 10-based MIUI 10 and the company has promised an update to MIUI 12 soon.

The Poco M2 comes with a set of four cameras on the back that consists of a 13MP primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 118-degree field-of-view, a 5MP macro camera and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there is an 8MP selfie camera housed within the notch cutout.

The M2 is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging out-of-the-box.

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PUBG Mobile 10 update goes live but Indian players will have to wait

PUBG Mobile 1.0 update is now live for players globally with new Erangel 2.0 map, upgraded graphics, new player controls and other enhancements. The new update also kicks off Royale Pass Season 15 that is set to begin from September 14. However, PUBG Mobile players in India won’t be able to download the new update as the game has been taken off the Play Store and App Store following a nation-wide ban on the popular Battle Royale title.

The new PUBG Mobile 1.0 update also brings the new and revamped Erangel map and users who update the new game by September 13 stand a chance to win some prizes. The game will not go offline for the update and is 1GB in size for iOS users.

Update 1.0 and New Erangel is now being rolled out on Google Play and the iOS App Store ! Lock, load, and get ready to discover a New Era  .

— PUBG MOBILE (@PUBGMOBILE) September 8, 2020 PUBG Mobile India ban update

PUBG Mobile’s parent company PUBG Corporation has issued a media statement revealing that it is severing ties with Tencent Games in India. The company has also clarified that the game is owned and developed by PUBG Corporation which is a South Korean gaming company. 

“PUBG Corporation fully understands and respects the measures taken by the government as the privacy and security of player data is a top priority for the company. It hopes to work hand-in-hand with the Indian government to find a solution that will allow gamers to once again drop into the battlegrounds while being fully compliant with Indian laws and regulations,” the company said in a statement to the media.

PUBG Mobile v1.0 update: What’s new?

PUBG Mobile 1.0 update brings a host of new features, changes and optimisations to the gameplay mechanisms. Players can expect revamped graphics, lighting, environments and design changes to areas like Mansion, Mylta Power and more. The devs have added textures and more details to the game such as improved particle effects and quality so things like water and sky will feel more life-like.

All players who update between September 8-13 are entitled to receive 2,888 BP, 100 AG and Red Racecar Knight Backpack. 

Apart from Erangel 2.0, the game also adds the M1014 semi-automatic shotgun for close-quarter combat on the Livik map. 

PUBG Mobile v1.0 update: patch notes

New Erangel:

All-new Visuals: Updated the sky, land, water, and vegetation to be more realistic and detailed

Building Changes: Changed the structure of some buildings.

Large Resource Point Changes:

Mylta Power: Mylta Power has been remodeled with a new building layout to make resource points closer to one another for more unexpected developments in battle.

Quarry: Improved the terrain structure, adjusted the layout of buildings, added 7 new large warehouses, and added landing points for even more looting options.

Prison: Adjusted the terrain structure to add more walls in the surroundings. Adjusted some building layouts to give everyone new tactical options.

Adjustments to other resource points in the Play Zone: Added a number of resource points in the Play Zone.

New Map Elements

Added trenches, wooden barricades, abandoned tanks, and constructions as cover to create a more compelling battlefield atmosphere across Erangel which will make new tactics and strategies possible.

Building Structure Changes

Adjusted the structure of some urban areas to give players an even better experience when attacking and defending. Some buildings now feature basements, and players will have to smash the wooden door of the basements with their weapons before they can enter.

Livik Improvements:

New firearm: M1014

All-new semi-automatic shotgun. Load up to 7 rounds for an outstanding close-quarters combat experience.

It can be equipped with the Shotgun Muzzle or Bullet Loop attachment and is currently the most efficient Shotgun to use in combat.

Ammo can be manually reloaded which allows everyone to adapt to emergencies that might catch you by surprise.

Only appears on Livik on the Classic Battle Royale Map and Arena, along with other shotguns.

Visual Effects Improvements

Improved accuracy of rock textures with smoother graphics.

Improved display of water textures with smoother graphics.

Improved display of details when Monster Truck is seen from a distance.

Improved display of waterfalls with smoother graphics.

Improved close-up display of waterfalls.

Improved effects during landing.

Stage Balancing Adjustments

Reduced advantages of the scaffolding opposite the waterfall.

Increased water depth above the waterfall.

Slightly increased the density of vegetation in the upper left area.

The large boat is replaced with a speedboat, which refreshes, and can be used in narrow waterways.

Minor changes to supply drops.

Adjusted grass distribution.

Bug Fixes

Fixed bugs with clipping, floating objects, and gaps in the terrain.

Fixed a problem with Monster Truck becoming stuck in walls.

Fixed a problem with trees disappearing. 

Beyond A.C.E.-Themed Gameplay

Some mysterious Energy Towers survived the Implosion and remain on Erangel. Players will be able to redeem supplies at these Energy Towers by meeting certain conditions in combat.

During the event, players have a chance to enter this mode during Erangel matchmaking in Classic Mode.

EvoGround Additions

Fully armed vehicles, including the new armed helicopter, will provide massive firepower for you and your squad. Take the base and find the brand new Super Weapon Crates to gain heavy weaponry and new powerful items. Finally, the Advanced Communication Towers will allow players to recall defeated teammates which can turn the tide of battle.

All-new armed vehicles: armed UAZ, Dacia, Buggy, and Pickup

New heavy weaponry: AT4-A laser-guided missile and M202 four-barreled rocket launcher.

New items: UAV controller, man-portable radar, bomb suit.

 Halloween Infection Mode (available from October 23)

Infection Mode is back!

Zombies wear Halloween masks, with new atmospheric decorations, including jack-o'-lanterns, gravestones and candles.

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PUBG Corp hopes to bring PUBG Mobile back to India, cuts ties with developer Tencent

As you all know, the Indian government banned PUBG Mobile, along with 117 other apps just a few days ago. The game had already logged in 18 crore installs up until that point. PUBG Mobile is one of the most popular Battle Royale games in the world, especially in our country, with the most downloads in the world. But, the ban hammer came crashing down and that was that. But, in a stunning turn of events, PUBG Corp (South Korean company) has released a statement saying it fully intends to comply with the ban in India and understands why these steps had to be taken.

With that in mind, PUBG Corp has decided to cut ties with Chinese firm Tencent and cancel the licence that allows Tencent to run PUBG Mobile in India. The Korean firm wants to distance itself from Tencent and have said that it intends to make sure that data is stored locally and that it'll run the operations here. In fact, as soon as the ban was announced, Tencent lost almost $34 billion and had its share value drop by 2%. 

PUBG Corp aims to work with the government and follow the regulations set by them. The statement says, “PUBG Corporation fully understands and respects the measures taken by the government as the privacy and security of player data is a top priority for the company. It hopes to work hand-in-hand with the Indian government to find a solution that will allow gamers to once again drop into the battlegrounds while being fully compliant with Indian laws and regulations.”. You can read the full statement by the company, here. 

If by distancing themselves from Tencent and other Chinese companies, we could, technically, see PUBG Mobile return to India, run by the original company in PUBG Corp. In fact, the PC and console versions of the game have not been affected by the ban, yet. The Indian Government has yet to comment on the latest move, but rest assured, once we find out more, we’ll definitely let you guys know. 

Just a few days ago, after the ban was announced, a 21-year-old student in West Bengal’s Nadia district allegedly committed suicide for not being able to play the game following the ban. You can read more about that tragic story, here. Also, in other battle royale news, nCore Games and Akshay Kumar partner to launch a PUBG Mobile alternative called Fau-G. You can read more about that here. 

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Minecraft Coming to PlayStation VR as Free Upgrade in September

Minecraft is making the jump to PlayStation VR, Microsoft-owned developer Mojang Studios has announced. Minecraft will be available on PS VR as a free upgrade later in September.

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Xbox Series S leaked render reveals console design, expected to launch on November 10

A render of the upcoming Xbox Series S has appeared online, hinting at the design of the console. The information comes from Twitter user @bdsams and it shows off a white console that looks reminiscent of the Xbox One S (review). The console has a black grill on the top which looks to be the fan to blow out hot air from the console. We don't get a look at the back of the console for the ports and from the leaked render it looks like the console could forgo a disc drive. 

Hello Xbox Series S https://t.co/hQoDBRHt7d pic.twitter.com/2MIF5I6YHO

— Brad Sams (@bdsams) September 8, 2020

The Xbox Series S has been rumoured for quite some time, suggesting that it could be a lower-powered console with a 4 Teraflop GPU when compared to the 12 Teraflop GPU of the Xbox Series X. It will cater to those looking for a 1080p or even 1440p in some cases for gaming. The console is expected to have the same CPU and GPU as the Series X albeit with lower power. It is also expected to house the same SSD tech as the Series X. 

The Xbox Series S is probably Microsoft's worst kept secret. Information about the console has appeared in official Microsoft documents. Then, a consumer got his hands on a next-gen Xbox controller where the packaging hinted at the Series S. You can read about it here. Lastly, we got information about the Series S in an Xbox One controller packaging and you can check out the details here. 

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— WalkingCat (@_h0x0d_) September 8, 2020 Xbox Series S and Series X price and launch date

According to the tweet, it looks like the Series S will be aggressively priced at $299 (Rs 22,000 approx. directly converted) while the Series X will be priced at $499 (Rs 37,000 approx. directly converted). Both the consoles are said to go on sale November 10 in the US. There is no information on when the console will launch in India. Microsoft is expected to hold a press conference “soon” to unveil the price and launch date for its next-gen console. 

On the other hand, Sony was rumoured to have a PS5 even on September 9 to reveal the price and the launch date. But it doesn’t look like that’s going to happen. You can read more about the leaked price and launch date for the PS5 here.

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PUBG Ban: PUBG Corporation to Take Over PUBG Mobile From Tencent Games in India

PUBG Corporation has decided to no longer authorise the PUBG Mobile franchise to Shenzhen-based Tencent Games in India and take on all its publishing responsibilities within the country, the company said in a statement on Monday.

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Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X Price Tipped, Launch Date Rumoured to be November 10

Xbox Series S, the rumoured cheaper variant of the Xbox Series X, has reportedly popped up in a leaked promotional video. The video was shared by a tipster on Twitter, along with a price tag of $299 (roughly Rs. 22,000).

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