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.
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OnePlus 8T to run on Android 11 based OxygenOS 11 at launch
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 launches 5 new soundbars in India starting at Rs 29,990
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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Xiaomi Mi Smart LED Bulb with B22 base launched in India: Price, features and availability
Xiaomi Mi Smart LED Bulb has launched in India alongside the Mi Smart Band 5, Mi Watch Revolve and Mi Smart Speaker. The new Mi LED bulb was announced during Xiaomi’s Smarter Living 2021 event and has a B22 base that is compatible with most sockets used in Indian homes.
The Mi Smart LED Bulb requires 7.5W to power on and can emit over 810 lumens brightness while being energy efficient. Let’s take a look at the price, features and availability of the Mi Smart LED bulb.
Xiaomi Mi Smart LED Bulb price and availabilityXiaomi Mi Smart LED Bulb is priced at Rs 499 in India and is available to purchase from Mi India store. Do note that it is a single, white colour bulb and not an RGB supported colour bulb.
Make the most of your voice The #MiSmartLEDBulbWhite supports voice control with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. You can adjust or turn on/off just by using the voice command. RTif you wanna switch to smart. pic.twitter.com/SGKx6DKg6S
— Mi India #SmarterLiving2021 (@XiaomiIndia) September 29, 2020 Xiaomi Mi Smart LED Bulb features
Xiaomi Mi Smart Bulb has a B22 base which is why it is compatible with all sockets in most Indian homes. The Mi Smart Bulb has a single white colour and the brightness can be controlled by pairing it with the Mi Home app on your smartphone. The bulb also works with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa and can be turned on or powered off just by giving voice commands.
Xiaomi claims that this Mi Smart Bulb has 15,000 hours of service life which translates to around seven years over a daily average use of around 6 hours. The Mi Smart Bulb does not need to be paired with a smart hub as it can be paired with the Mi Home app.
The Mi Home app allows users to change brightness, scene modes and schedule the bulb to turn on automatically.
Xiaomi has also announced its first smartwatch in India, the Mi Watch Revolve and you can read more about it here. The Mi Smart Band 5 was also announced alongside and you will find more about it here.
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Google Plays billing system will be compulsory for in-app purchases from September 2021
After the recent PayTm controversy, Google has announced that all the apps that sell digital content through the Play Store will have to use Google Play's billing system and Google will charge a fixed percentage fee for every purchase made on that app. On September 18, Google blocked the Paytm app on Play Store for violating its policy on sports betting activities.
Google’s statement reads, “The Google Play Billing policy has always required developers to use Google Play's billing system for in-app purchases of digital goods. Today we have clarified the language in our Payments Policy to be more explicit that all developers selling digital goods in their apps are required to use Google Play’s billing system. Again, this isn’t new. Our policy has always required this. And we will require Google apps to follow the same rules.”
The search giant states that the Google Play Billing policy has always existed, this statement is just a clarification that explicitly reiterates on the policies. This would mean it’s compulsory for app developers to use Google's billing system that takes 30% fee on the payment made within the app. This is applicable starting September 2021. The company also stated it would tweak next year's version of Android to make it simpler to use other app stores on its devices without safety compromises.
What was the PayTm controversy?Paytm added a fantasy cricket tournament in the Paytm First Games app and the app also promoted other fantasy sports as banners on the homepage which redirected users to a third-party website. According to Google, this form of promotion puts users in potential harm and in such cases the app is taken down from the Play Store temporarily until it is restored and meets the policies. The app was restored after sometime once PayTm removed the ‘cashback’ feature. PayTm later stated that Google forced it to remove the UPI cashback and scratch cards to get re-listed on the Play Store even though offering both is legal in India. The Softbank-backed payment service company also alleged that it was "arm-twisted" by Google to comply with its biased Play Store policies "that are meant to artificially create Google's market dominance."
All this drama led to the clarification from Google’s end on its policies that follow.
As per the policies, developers charging for apps and downloads from Google Play. Also, Play-distributed apps that have paid access to features, services, subscriptions or digital content need to pay the fixed fee. For example, if someone is buying in-app items like virtual currency, extra lives, additional playtime, add-on items, characters and avatars in a game, Google will have its cut in that too. Similarly, subscription services such as Healthify Me, Tinder, Byju’s, Spotify or Netflix share a cut for every payment made inside the app.
The list of conditions above look like every purchase inside Play Store needs to give a cut to Google, but that’s not the case. There are cases where the developer doesn’t need to go through Google Billing system. For example, if you are purchasing or renting of physical good such as groceries, clothing etc, or if you are purchasing a physical service like Uber’s ride, Urban Company’s at home haircut or simply a Cult Fit gym membership. Some other examples will include payment of a credit card bill or a utility bill such as your DTH recharge or a postpaid mobile bill.
Applications that do not comply with the policies have an yearGoogle says “more than 98% of developers already comply with this long-standing policy.” For the two percent that have over 2 billion monthly active users and incompliant with the policies are allowed time until September 30, 2021 to update them with the required changes. New apps submitted to Play after January 20, 2021 will need to be in compliance with the guidelines. In addition to this, Google will continue to prohibit transactions relating to categories like alcohol, adult goods and services, gambling, counterfeit, drugs etc.
Google has also taken a note of apps that trick users into spending money on their apps. Developers are asked to mention all charges with complete clarity. Google’s policy reads, “developers must clearly and accurately inform users about the terms and pricing of their app or any in-app features or subscriptions offered for purchase. In-app pricing must match the pricing displayed in the user-facing Play billing interface. If your product description on Google Play refers to in-app features that may require a specific or additional charge, your app listing must clearly notify users that payment is required to access those features.”
If you have played PUBG Mobile, you might be familiar to ‘spin wheels’, ‘loot boxes’ and ‘lucky draws’. These options offer randomized virtual items when you use game credits (bought using real money). In these scenarios, Google has asked the developers to clearly disclose the odds of receiving those items in advance.
The search giant emphasised on how it believes in having an open ecosystem. It sheds light on the bright side of its policies like allowing developers to communicate consumers about alternate ways of payment outside the app. It offers refunds and other support directly to make sure the developers can offer a reliable service to its consumers. Most importantly, allowing them to publish their apps on other Android app stores like Galaxy Store, Indus App Bazaar, Opera Mobile Store and many more.
In a virtual briefing, Google Director Business Development, Games and Applications Purnima Kochikar said, "you can also distribute your apps to the web, there are multiple ways. So, if an app is distributed through a third-party store or through the web, Play policy does not apply...It's all about openness." Android developers are allowed to distribute apps through other Android app stores, directly via websites, or device preloads, all without using Play Billing.
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Microsoft 365 outage affected Outlook, Teams and Office 365 users globally
Microsoft 365 cloud-based services were affected in a global outage rendering major services including Microsoft Teams, Outlook and Office 365 inaccessible for many users. Microsoft has acknowledged the outages and investigated the issue identifying a recent update as the cause for the disruption of the services affecting millions.
Microsoft took to Twitter and posted status updates over the issue and the resolutions taken by the company to restore its services. At first, the company identified an update as the cause of the global outage and subsequently rolled it back. However, the company did not observe an increase in the connections for the disrupted services which meant that the update wasn’t the cause of the outage.
We're investigating an issue affecting access to multiple Microsoft 365 services. We're working to identify the full impact and will provide more information shortly.
— Microsoft 365 Status (@MSFT365Status) September 28, 2020“We've identified a recent change that appears to be the source of the issue. We're rolling back the change to mitigate the impact,” Microsoft 365 Status said in a post.
Microsoft then rerouted the traffic to an “alternate infrastructure” while continuing to investigate the issue. After this mitigation attempt, the disrupted services saw an increase in user connections. Microsoft hasn’t revealed the cause of the global outage but many users are still unable to access some of the services.
“We’re seeing improvement for multiple services after applying mitigation steps and we’ll continue monitoring the services to ensure full recovery,” a status update read.
At the time of writing, Microsoft says that the incident has been resolved and any users still experiencing the issue will be resolved soon. That said, many users were unable to access SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business as well and many have taken it to Twitter posting screenshots and other details as they cannot access some services. Most of these users are from North America and the Asia Pacific regions.
We're investigating an issue where users may be unable to access SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business. Please look for SP223025 in the admin center.
— Microsoft 365 Status (@MSFT365Status) September 29, 2020“The majority of services are now recovered for most users. We’re closely monitoring some residual impact for subset customers located within North America,” the company said.
Microsoft Teams gained a lot of users due to many people working for home amidst the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic and in April, earlier this year, Microsoft Teams reported over 75 million daily users. The disruption of its services restricted many users from using the different cloud-based services under the Microsoft 365 umbrella, but it remains unclear as to what caused the outage.
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New OnePlus Nord phone to launch soon, could be the OnePlus Nord Lite
The OnePlus Nord could soon add another phone in its line-up as the company has started teasing an upcoming launch. We already know that the OnePlus 8T is scheduled to launch in India on October 14 and it could be likely that we will see this new OnePlus Nord phone launch alongside it. There have been many leaks in the past hinting at the existence of a OnePlus Nord Lite, a toned-down version of the Nord that was spotted visiting Geekbench.
The official OnePlus Nord Instagram handle posted a sketch of the company’s logo with the caption “coming soon”, hinting at the launch of an upcoming product. Recently, the OnePlus Nord N10 5G was leaked online, revealing its key features and it looks likely to be a budget offering by the company for the US market. The N10 could be a codename for the phone that’s unofficially being referred to as the OnePlus Nord Lite.
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OnePlus Nord debuted in India on July 21 and marked the company’s re-entry into the mid-range segment of the smartphone market. The OnePlus Nord caught on quickly in these past months and is now nearing a three-month run.
OnePlus Nord N10 leaked specificationsThe OnePlus Nord N10 has leaked previously hinting that the phone could feature a 6.4-inch Full HD+ display with a 90Hz high refresh rate support. The N10 is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 processor with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage in tow. The Snapdragon 690 SoC is fabricated using Samsung’s 8nm process and incorporates a 5G radio. The Snapdragon 690 is an octa-core CPU featuring two Cortex-A77 based cores and six Cortex-A55 based cores, with the two big cores being clocked at 2Ghz.
The N10 is also rumoured to be the first OnePlus phone to be equipped with a 64MP primary camera with three additional rear cameras. The rest of the specifications remain to be revealed, but we should have more information as we near the launch date.
OnePlus 8T 5G is confirmed to launch on October 14 in India and here’s everything we know about it.
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.
The 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.
The 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.
The 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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