Micromax In Note 1 and In 1B up for pre-orders on Flipkart

Micromax In Note 1 and Micromax In 1B are available for pre-orders in India. Micromax launched the In Note 1 and In 1B earlier this month, making its comeback in the lower mid-range smartphone segment. The In Note 1 will go on sale starting November 24 while the In 1B will be available to purchase from November 26 from Flipkart.

Micromax In Note 1 and In 1B are powered by MediaTek processors with multiple cameras on the back, high-capacity battery with fast charging support and stock Android 10 to boot. The In Note 1 is touted as a competitor to the Redmi Note 9 and Realme Narzo 20 while the In 1B goes up against the likes of the Poco X3, Redmi 9 series, Realme C15 and more.

Micromax In Note 1 and In 1B pre-order details

Micromax In Note 1 and Micromax In 1B is up for pre-orders on Flipkart and interested buyers can pre-book the phone during the Flipkart Big Diwali Sale 2020. 

The New Indian is all up for grabs. IN 1b Pre-Booking will start from 10th Nov, 12 Noon in the #BigDiwaliSale on @Flipkart. Go #INForIndia at just INR 6999 (2+32GB) and INR 7999 (4+64GB). Click here to know more: https://t.co/ZYoQnm7z21. #INMobiles #MicromaxIsBack pic.twitter.com/28NUQqBxrl

— Micromax India (@Micromax__India) November 9, 2020

As part of the launch offer,  Flipkart is offering instant cashback for Axis Bank and American Express cardholders. The Micromax In Note 1 and In 1B are also available with a No Cost EMI option.

Micromax In Note 1 and In 1B price

Micromax In Note 1 is priced starting at Rs 10,499 for the base variant with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage and Rs 12,499 for the 4GB+128GB variant. 

The Micromax In 1B starts at Rs 6,999 for the base variant with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage, while the 4GB+64GB model is being offered at Rs 7,999.

Micromax In Note 1 specifications

The Micromax In Note 1 has a plastic build that measures 8.99 millimetres in thickness and weighs 196 grams. It features a 6.67-inch Full HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) resolution display with a punch-hole cutout in the middle for the selfie camera. 

The In Note 1 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 processor with an octa-core CPU and Mali-G52 MC2 GPU. This is paired with 4GB RAM and upto 128GB storage to choose from. The phone also supports microSD cards of upto 256GB storage for expansion. The In Note 1 runs on stock Android 10 out-of-the-box.

The Micromax In Note 1 has a quad-camera setup on the back that consists of a primary 48MP camera with an f/1.8 aperture, a 5MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 115-degree field of view, a 2MP macro camera and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there is a 16MP selfie camera housed within the punch-hole cutout.

The In Note 1 has a fingerprint reader on the back and is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging and reverse charging.

Micromax In 1B specifications

Micromax In 1B features a 6.52-inch HD+ (1600 x 720 pixels) resolution display with a waterdrop notch cutout on the front. The In 1B measures 8.9 millimetres in thickness and weighs 188 grams.

The In 1B is powered by the MediaTek Helio G35 processor with an octa-core CPU and is paired with upto 4GB RAM and 64GB storage options to choose from. The phone supports storage expansion by using microSD cards of upto 128GB. Like the In Note 1, the In 1B also runs on stock Android.

The Micromax In 1B has a dual-camera setup on the back that consists of a primary 13MP camera and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there is an 8MP selfie camera housed within the notch cutout.

There is a fingerprint reader on the back and the phone is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery.

Still confused about the differences between the Micromax In Note 1 and In 1B, here's a detailed specifications based comparison. Additionally, you can also read how the Micromax In Note 1 compares with the rest of its Chinese counterparts here.

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Xbox Series X and Series S launched in India: 4 reasons to buy it, 4 reasons to avoid it

The excitement during the launch of new consoles is exhilarating and something you experience once every 5 or 7 years. With the launch of the PS5 and Xbox Series X and Series S, the excitement is at its peak. Not only are reviews of the 2 consoles live internationally, but people will start getting their hands on the Xbox Series X and Series S in India and around the world starting today. If you were on the fence about getting a next-gen console then there is one thing for you to consider. The Xbox Series X/S are available in India (out of stock as of writing this article) and we have no idea when the PS5 will launch. If you were contemplating on whether you should get an Xbox Series X/S at launch, we have some arguments for and some against that thought. So, let’s dive in. 

Four reasons to get an Xbox Series X/S at launch

Prettier looking games

While we have seen some incredible looking games on the Xbox One X, the Series X and S bring with them tremendous improvement with resolution and performance. So not only will new games like Assassin's Creed Valhalla (review) and Watch Dogs Legions (review) look prettier on the new console, but will also support features like ray-tracing wherever applicable. Needless to say, with Microsoft’s push for backwards compatibility, your old Xbox One, Xbox 360 and OG Xbox games will look and run better on the new consoles. 

HDMI 2.1

Yes, if you have a fancy 4K HDR TV or a TV with HDMI 2.1 capabilities, then you should definitely consider picking up the new console. Both the Xbox Series X and Series S support HDMI 2.1 features like VRR, ALLM and 120Hz. However, remember that it is only the Xbox Series X which comes with an HDMI 2.1 cable in the box. The Series S does not come with an HDMI 2.1 cable in the box. While there are only a handful of games that support HDMI 2.1, and only a handful of premium TVs that exploit the feature, it is a very niche audience that will get to check out the feature on their TV.

Note that both the Xbox Series consoles will work with your current 4K TV as well as 1080p and even 720P TVs without any problems. 

Faster load times

Another reason to consider the next-gen consoles is thanks to the SSD they pack. Just look at the video below to check out the load times between the current Xbox Series X and the previous-gen Xbox and you’ll understand what we mean.

Large library of playable games

Thanks to Microsoft’s backwards compatibility initiative, you will have a really large library of existing games to play on the console. This is the first generation in a while where you don't need to lock up your old games with your outgoing consoles. In fact, as we mentioned above, the games will look and run better on the new console. With Xbox Game Pass you have access to hundreds of games on day one to play on your shiny new console without dropping a big bundle. While the consoles themselves might be expensive in India, Microsoft has reduced the price of entry with Game Pass. 

4 reasons to hold off on getting the Xbox Series X/S

No killer launch title

The PS5 may not have a launch date in India, but it does have Demon's Souls, Godfall and a handful of exclusives coming to the console. Even though Spider-Man: Miles Morales (review) is a cross-gen game, people are singing its praises with abilities like ray-tracing and more on the PS5. While Halo Infinite was meant to be a launch title, Microsoft has delayed the game to 2021 leaving the Xbox Series consoles high and dry when it comes to new exclusive games during the launch window. All the games available at launch including Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Dirt 5 and Watch Dogs Legions will be available on the Xbox One as well.

No exclusives for the coming year

Microsoft has officially said that there will be no Xbox Series exclusives for the first year of the console. So, all the first-party games coming to the Xbox Series X/S will be playable on the Xbox One at launch. While there are some games that will be next-gen only, like the Medium, most other games launching for the foreseeable future will be available on the One as well. 

This is a good thing as it helps gamers transition with some ease from one console to the other.    

Expensive when compared to international pricing

The title says it all. If you want to know how expensive the PS5 is in India when compared to the rest of the world, click here. The same is the case for the Xbox. The Series X is priced at Rs 50,000 in India and the Series S is priced at Rs 35,000 making it considerably more expensive than its international pricing. Also, a few months from now, you may get a bundle. Console + additional controller, Console + a few games, etc. these bundles generally come with an attractive game and may even feature a unique theme around the console. 

Ironing out of the initial bugs 

We all know that a console isn't foolproof at launch. The Xbox One was a VCR before we got the compact One S. The power supply of the PS4 was adjusted and optimized in the second batch. UI and software were also optimized a few weeks after the launch of the console. During the Xbox 360 times, we saw the red ring of death. So, while we hope that all will be well when we purchase a brand-new console on day 1, it is possible that we may see some optimizations in the second or third production batch that goes on sale. There may not be any physical change, but some subtle changes internally that could make all the difference.

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PlayStation 5 Games Will Be Region-Free, Release Timeline of Two Major Titles Revealed

PlayStation 5 games will not be region-locked, Sony shared through a long lit of FAQs on its PlayStation blog. The company has also shared that Horizon Forbidden West and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart will be released in the second half and first half of 2021 respectively.

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Vivo V20 Pro could launch in December priced under Rs 30,000 in India

Vivo V20 Pro and the V20 SE were teased to launch in India soon but as per the latest report, the V20 Pro could now launch sometime in December. The V20 SE was launched earlier this month in India but the V20 Pro was a no-show at the time. Additionally, the Vivo V20 was launched in October with 44MP selfie camera.

According to a report by 91Mobiles, the Vivo V20 Pro launch in India has been postponed to be held sometime in December as opposed to November, as teased earlier. Furthermore, the V20 Pro is expected to be priced under Rs 30,000 and will go up against the likes of the OnePlus Nord that currently sells starting at Rs 24,999. It is powered by the Snapdragon 765G processor that also powers the Nord.

The price of the Vivo V20 Pro is expected to fall under Rs 30,000 and with the maxed-out version of the V20 retailing at Rs 27,990 speculations are rife over the V20 Pro being priced at Rs 29,990. The V20 Pro was launched in Thailand back in September and specifications of the phone are already out in the open. 

Vivo V20 Pro specifications

Vivo V20 Pro features a 6.44-inch Full HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) resolution display that uses an AMOLED panel. There is a wide notch upfront that houses the two selfie cameras and the screen is also home to a fingerprint reader.

The phone measures 7.49 millimetres in thickness and weighs 170 grams. The back panel is made from AG Matte Glass that has a matte finish which makes it fingerprint-resistant.

The V20 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. It runs on FuntouchOS 11 which is based on Android 10.

Vivo V20 Pro comes with a triple camera setup on the back that consists of a primary 64MP camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 2MP monochrome sensor. On the front, there is a primary 44MP selfie camera and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 105-degree field-of-view.

The V20 Pro is powered by a 4,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging out-of-the-box. It is available in three colours-- Sunset Melody, midnight Jazz and Moonlight Sonata colours.

 

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PlayStation 4 Can Now Stream PlayStation 5, Remote Play App Gets Multiplayer, HDR Support

PlayStation 4 can act as a remote screen for your PlayStation 5, Sony has announced, days ahead of the launch of its next-gen console. It will do so with the help of a new PS5 Remote Play app that is now available on the PS4 home screen in all markets.

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Spider-Man PS4 Save Games Can Be Exported to PS5’s Spider-Man Remastered, Insomniac Says in About-Turn

Marvel’s Spider-Man on the PlayStation 4 will soon allow you to export your save game file to Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered on the upcoming PlayStation 5, Sony-owned developer Insomniac Games said in an about-turn.

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The ultimate PS5 FAQ is now live

The PS5 is launching in 2 days in the US, 9 days internationally and there is still no information about when the console will come to India. Apart from India launch date of the PS5, if you have any other question about the upcoming console, then Sony has the ultimate FAQ around the PS5. This page aims to answer any question you may have about the upcoming console. 

The FAQ starts with the console price and release date, but as expected, India isn't a part of this list. While we do know the price of the console in India, we still have no information about the release date. On the other hand, the Xbox Series X and S go on sale in India today, November 10 along with the rest of the world.  

The FAQ is targeted at answering the most basic questions as well as ensuring consumers are fully aware of what the console has to offer. It gives a detailed description of the difference between the PS5 regular and the Digital Edition, even addressing the question if there are graphical differences between the two. 

Even though unboxing videos of the PS5 are live, the FAQ highlights the contents of the box. According to the blog, the PS5 will come with the following:

The PS5 console or PS5 Digital Edition console One DualSense wireless controller USB Type-C to Type A charging cable for the DualSense wireless controller HDMI cable (compatible with Ultra High Speed defined by HDMI v2.1) AC power cord Base that allows you to orient the console either vertically or horizontally Quick Start and Safety guide.

The FAQ also addresses some concerns regarding storage. The following is a summary of some of the points

Yes, you can play PS4 games off an external drive No you cannot play PS5 games off an external drive No, you cannot backup PS5 games to an external drive The M.2 expansion slot will not work at launch

Moving over to 3D audio, the blog reiterates that 3D audio will only work with headphones during launch. Speaking of audio formats, the PS5 will support the following audio formats

Dolby Digital (max 5.1ch) Dolby Digital Plus (max 7.1ch) Dolby TrueHD (max 7.1ch) DTS (max 5.1ch) DTS-HD High Resolution Audio (max 7.1ch) DTS-HD Master Audio (max 7.1ch) AAC (max 5.1ch) Linear PCM (max 7.1ch)

The blog also clarifies that the PS5 comes with an HDMI 2.1 capable HDMI cable in the box and via a future update will be able to output at 8K as well. 

While the blog doesn’t highlight anything to do with interchangeable faceplates, it does confirm that in the future, other DualSense controller colours will be available. But not at launch. So, if you were hoping for an all-black DualSense controller, know that it is a few months away. 

The blog also highlights the games you will be able to play on day 1. These include the following.

SIE Worldwide Studios Games: Launch Day 

Astro’s Playroom (Japan Studio) (Pre-installed on PS5) Demon’s Souls (SIE Worldwide Studios, Bluepoint Games) Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales (Insomniac Games) Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered (included with Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate Edition) (Insomniac Games) Sackboy: A Big Adventure (Sumo Digital)

Third-Party Games: Launch Day 

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla (Ubisoft) Borderlands 3 (2K) Bugsnax (Young Horses) Note: available at launch on PlayStation 5 to PlayStation Plus subscribers at no extra cost until January 4, 2021, except in China and Saudi Arabia. Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War (Activision) (November 13) Dead by Daylight (Behaviour Interactive) Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition (Capcom) Dirt 5 (Codemasters) Fortnite (Epic Games) Godfall (Gearbox Publishing) Goonya Fighter (Mutan) King Oddball (10Tons Ltd) Maneater (Tripwire Interactive) NBA 2K21 (2K) No Man’s Sky (Hello Games) Observer: System Redux (Bloober) Overcooked! All You Can Eat (Team 17) The Pathless (Annapurna Interactive) Planet Coaster (Frontier) Warhammer: Chaosbane Slayer Edition (Nacon) (Digital all countries except China & Japan. Early 2021 for Japan) Watch Dogs: Legion (Ubisoft) WRC 9 FIA World Rally Championship (Nacon) (Digital countries except China & Japan. Early 2021 for Japan)

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