You knew it was coming but it still doesn’t prepare you for the pain and hurt that you’ll eventually feel when watching a brand-new PS5 being obliterated. Yes, you read that right, someone with too much time and money on their hands has bought a PS5 and basically wrecked it in one of those industrial-sized shredders. It hurts us to even type the sentence out as we all know that the PS5 isn’t even out in India yet! Watch the video below to see a more than just a few dreams being shattered.
So who’s trying to get the shredded parts and build a PS5? (Via u/cheeseinmya**) pic.twitter.com/8ie9qlSsVf
— SLAM Gaming (@SLAMftw) December 2, 2020
The PS5 is facing supply shortages all around the world with scalpers and such buying up inventory and selling it for a premium on their websites. On one hand, it is a scummy practice. On the other, it really is just a symptom of not having enough supply to meet your demand. We at Digit managed to get our hands on a PS5 and here’s what we think after spending some time with the next-gen console.
Indian fans have been left in the wind regarding the launch of the PS5 as the console has made its way to most markets around the world. As of writing this article, there is no release date planned for India yet but as soon as we get word of it, we will definitely let you guys know. And, in case you’re not a PS5 kind of guy, we’ve also got a few pointers about the Xbox Series X for you to check out.
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Sennheiser has launched the Sennheiser HD 560S wired headphones in India. The headset is priced at Rs 18,990. The headphone is aimed at “analytical listening sessions at an accessible price point”.
According to Kapil Gulati, Director, Consumer Segment, Sennheiser India, “We are elated to announce the launch of the entry-level audiophile Sennheiser HD 560S headphones in India today. Sennheiser being at the helm of innovation and revolutionising audio solutions has meticulously crafted HD 560S to the most demanding standards. At Sennheiser, we are committed to introducing products that cater to the needs of our diverse consumers. These audiophile headphones meet Sennheiser’s criteria for exceptional performance and will be a perfect companion for those who evaluate a recording’s entire journey through the audio path.”
Sennheiser HD 560S price and availability
The Sennheiser HD 560S are priced at Rs 18,990 and are available online on https://ift.tt/3c9Yu92 and other e-retailer websites. They are also available offline.
Sennheiser HD 560S features and specifications
Speaking of the specifications of the Sennheiser HD 560S, the headphones have a frequency response of 6 Hz to 38 kHz (-10 dB) and a Sound pressure level (SPL) of 6 Hz to 38 kHz (-10 dB). The headset is wired and comes with a 6.35 mm with 3.5 mm adapter. The cable is really long, measuring 3 meters (9.8 feet). The headset weighs 240 grams.
In the box, users get the HD 560S headphones along with the 3 m cable with 6.3 mm plug and a 6.3 to 3.5 mm adapter.
According to Sennheiser, “The HD 560S features an open-back design that provides natural propagation of sound waves. The E.A.R. (Ergonomic Acoustic Refinement) angled driver alignment recreates the optimal triangular listening position you would find in hi-fi loudspeaker setups and high-end recording studios. This combination creates a wide, articulate soundstage without the need for room treatment, letting you hear the neutral version of your music unaffected by the artefacts of a confined space”.
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HP India has announced a new esports scholarship in the country. Called the ‘esports Gold Quest’, the scholarship was announced at the OMEN FanFest 2020 event. The company says that the scholarship aims to provide gamers with the necessary financial support, equipment, skills, and exposure to help players in their quest to compete on the global stage.
Benefits
HP will select three applicants to be a part of the esports Gold Quest scholarship. All three will receive an annual scholarship worth Rs 12 lakhs. This will also include a full esports kit from OMEN, a monthly salary of Rs 50K, and an international training stint.
Requirements
The scholarship is open to all Indian applicants in the 16 to 20-year age group. The talent hunt program will roll out in January 2021 with final selections in June 2021.
Ketan Patel, Managing Director, HP India Market stated, “Gaming and esports are among the fastest-growing competitive pursuits in India and globally. It is a stage on which Indian talent has the potential to compete with the best in the globe. As a market leader, we are working towards making the gaming ecosystem more inclusive for everyone, fueling the passion for gaming, and providing a launchpad for budding esports talent in the country. The scholarship program announced today is in line with our philosophy of ‘Play to Progress’ and we hope to see champions at the world stage from India soon.”
Besides this, the OMEN FanFest also saw a bunch of notable names from the world of esports and entertainment. This included Tirth Mehta, India’s first esports medalist, Ulrich Schulze, SVP, Product Management at ESL, Akshat Rathee, MD & Founder, NODWIN gaming, Abish Mathew, Standup Comic, and more. There was also a contest that offered participants a chance to become a fifth member of the HP OMEN Squad. You can learn more about the OMEN FanFest here.
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Garena Free Fire has announced that its next major update will roll out on December 7. The new update will be the OB25 update and as always, it will include a bunch of new features and additions. As such, the game will be down for maintenance during the update period as it will be done server-wide.
Garena has not yet confirmed what the new OB25 update will feature, but leaks suggest that players can expect up to three new characters, a new pet, as well as new game modes, and possibly even a weapon. Reports also suggest that the update will introduce a remastered version of the Bermuda map.
Beyond this, the developers have also announced that players will be able to earn some loot for free just before the update. All players will have to do is log in every day from December 4 to December 7 to earn rewards. Details of the same are not yet known.
Aside from this, Garena has also teased a new collaboration as part of its new campaign called ‘Operation Chrono’. The company claims to be collaborating with a “global superstar”. Details are not yet known, but it will be revealed on December 7. In a press release shared with us, Garena notes, “Operation Chrono will take place in a futuristic slum universe, a dystopian world featuring the most advanced technology there is. Amidst the chaos, there is room for a hero to emerge and be a source of inspiration for everyone.”
Garena has also released its next Elite Pass for Free Fire. Called Endless Oblivion. The new pass will be available all through the month of December.
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It seems like players will have to wait longer for the launch of PUBG Mobile India. According to a report by Inside Sport, PUBG Mobile India officials are still awaiting a response from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). Sources told the publication that “the proposed meeting will decide if permission to Relaunch can be granted to PUBG or not.” before adding, “In the current circumstances it will not be easy for the game to relaunch themselves before Jan-Feb next year and that too will depend on the stance of the government.”
A few days ago, it was reported neither PUBG Corp nor PUBG India has been permitted to resume operations in India. It further added that the government was firm on its stance of the game being banned in India. To recall, PUBG India Pvt Ltd was established as a subsidiary based out of Bangalore, however, the reports indicated that it is not a substantial enough development for the ban to be revoked.
The announcement of PUBG Mobile India was met with enthusiasm amongst the PUBG Mobile faithful in India. A trailer for the game was released on Diwali with the promise of “coming soon”, but it seems like the launch of the game may still take a few weeks, if not months. There were rumours of PUBG Mobile launching a few weeks back, but that came to nought. There are also reports of the game being available with select users. While it may be a little hard to believe but it is quite possible and is a common practice in the gaming industry to send out review copies to influencers and the media before a game has been launched. For now, gamers are advised to stick to official PUBG Mobile India social media channels on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube for information.
Meanwhile, nCore game’s FAU-G is now up for pre-registration on the Google Play Store. However, certain users complained that the game was shown to be incompatible with their phone, even though they seem to offer impressive hardware. Digit got in touch with Vishal Gondal, Advisor and Investor in nCore Games, who said that the company was looking into the issue and would release a fix soon.
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 was recently announced as the next generation 5G processor that will be fueling the upcoming smartphones in the flagship segment in 2021. On the second day of the Snapdragon Tech Summit 2020, Qualcomm revealed key features of its new chipset that brings advancements to 5G connectivity, artificial intelligence, gaming and computational photography. Many smartphone manufacturers including the likes of Xiaomi, Realme, OnePlus and Oppo have already revealed their plans of launching a phone powered by the Snapdragon 888 in 2021.
“Qualcomm’s history of breakthrough technology inventions has paved the way for our continued leadership in the premium-tier mobile segment. The new flagship Snapdragon 888 Mobile Platform will enable OEMs to further differentiate their devices and allows users to experience the latest cutting-edge mobile technologies,” said Alex Katouzian, senior vice president and general manager of mobile, compute and infrastructure at Qualcomm Technologies.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G processor features
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G processor brings significant gains in performance and offers increased power efficiency as it is manufactured using the 5nm process. The chip is also the first commercial SoC that is based on the Arm Cortex-X1 architecture as it features the Kryo 680 CPU running at upto 2.84GHz. Qualcomm claims that the new chip is able to provide 25% uptick in performance over the previous generation.
The chip has Adreno 660 GPU for graphics rendering and is touted to deliver upto 35% faster graphics rendering over the Adreno 650 GPU. Together, the Kryo 680 CPU and Adreno 660 GPU offers sustained peak performance over time. The Snapdragon 888 also brings third-generation Qualcomm Elite Gaming features with Variable Rate Shading (VRS) that is capable of improving game rendering by upto 30% on mobile phones. The Game Quick Touch is another feature that increases touch responsiveness by upto 20% that brings down touch latency and improves the gaming experience.
Qualcomm Spectra 580 ISP drives the camera advancements on the 888 with a triple Image Signal Processor (ISP) that is capable of capturing from three camera inputs simultaneously at upto 2.7 gigapixels per second and is 35% faster than the previous generation. There is a new low-light architecture that will help cameras capture brighter images in dark environments. The new ISP allows users to take 12MP burst photos at 120FPS or capture three 4K HDR videos at the same time. There’s 4K HDR with computational video capture that aims to improve contrast, colour and clarity.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 features an integrated Snapdragon X60 5G Modem that brings worldwide compatibility with mmWave and sub-6 across all major bands, 5G carrier aggregation, global multi-SIM and more. It also includes the Qualcomm FastConnect 6900 connectivity system that supports Wi-Fi 6 speeds upto 3.6Gbps and new 6GHz band with Wi-Fi 6E.
The new processor also features the sixth-generation Qualcomm AI Engine that delivers 26 TOPS (tera operations per second) with the Hexagon 780 processor that will be driving AI enhancements to cameras, voice assistants, gaming, connectivity and more on smartphones.
Qualcomm says that the Snapdragon 888 has data security measures in place to ensure user data remains private. It brings Hypervisor that secures and isolates data between apps and supports running multiple OSes.
Smartphones powered by Snapdragon 888 5G processor are expected to be launched starting Q1 2021. Here is a list of smartphone manufacturers already confirmed to launch next flagship phones next year.
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FAU-G mobile game has crossed 1.1 million pre-registrations on the Goole Play store, its developer nCore Games has said. The game was scheduled to arrive in November but an official launch date is yet to be revealed. The shooter game was announced just two days after PUBG was banned in India on September 4.
