HMD Global is reportedly planning a mid-December launch for Nokia 34 in India

HMD Global's Nokia 2.4 recently went on sale in India. Soon after releasing the budget smartphones, the company is now reportedly planning to launch Nokia 3.4 in the country by mid-December.

According to a report from NokiaPowerUser, HMD Global will release the Nokia 3.4 in India to further expand its affordable smartphone portfolio. The Nokia 2.4 is priced at Rs 10,399 and competes against the likes of Redmi 9 Prime, Realme 7 and the newly launched Micromax In Note 1. It makes it evident that the 3.4 will be priced above Rs 10,000 for the base variant. It is said to come in multiple storage variants, with the base model with 3GB RAM, expected to retail for around Rs 12,000. The company might put the phone up for pre-orders by the end of December.

What to expect from Nokia 3.4?

The Nokia 3.4 sits between 2.4 and 5.3, which were launched globally earlier this year. It has a 6.3-inch HD+display with a punch-hole cutout for the 8MP front camera. The rear cameras on the Nokia 3.4 consist of a 13MP primary camera, a 5MP ultra-wide and 2MP depth camera.

The smartphone runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 chip and is paired with up to 4GB RAM as well as 64GB storage. The phone launched with Android 10, but Nokia says it is ready for Android 11 which should also be a part of the Android One program. 

The phone uses a 4000mAh battery, and it supports up to 10W of fast charging.

As of now, the company has not revealed any official launch plans for the Nokia 3.4. While NokiaPowerUser has been on point with its leaks in the past, we would still recommend you to take this with a grain of salt.

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Call of Duty: Mobile to get Raid-Holiday Map in Season 13 update

Call of Duty: Mobile has announced that it will be bringing back the Christmas-themed version of its popular Raid map. Called Raid-Holiday, the new map gets a snowy-makeover complete with Christmas-themed additions like lights, presents, snowmen and more. It should be noted that Call of Duty: Mobile introduced the map last year as a seasonal addition to the map, similar to the Halloween-themed version of the Standoff that the developers release around October.

 

No worries, the snow will be shoveled and plowed before you arrive ⁣ Coming soon to #CODMobile! pic.twitter.com/hQpkuHLEJZ

— Call of Duty: Mobile (@PlayCODMobile) December 5, 2020

 

This will not be the only winter-themed addition to Call of Duty: Mobile in Season 13. A few weeks back, the developers teased the addition of a new map and eagle-eyed players managed to deduce that it would be the russian version of the classic Nuketown map. This version of the map was introduced in Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 and features pretty much the same layout as the classic version of the map. However, the new version of the map features a snowy layout along Russian-style buildings and locomotives. It is not yet known if this will temporarily replace the current version of Nuketown or will be available for selection separately. 

The season 13 update for Call of Duty: Mobile should be released within a few weeks. Details of the new update have not yet been confirmed, but one can expect new weapons, skins, characters and more. 

The current Season 12 ‘Going Dark’ update added a new map to multiplayer in the form of Hackney Yard. However, one of the most notable additions was the introduction of a new Night Mode to the game play. But we do not know if the mode will be available after the end of the season. 

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You might be able to Play FAU-G as soon as December 2020: Report

The release of PUBG Mobile's upcoming Indian rival FAU-G is reportedly set for December 2020. The made in India multiplayer game recently went live for pre-registration, and its maker nCore Games claim that it saw a record 1 million pre-registrations within 24 hours.  

As per a report by InsideSport, sources close to nCore Games have said that FAU-G could be launched this month. However, the developers of the game are yet to announce an official release date fo the game. The report cites the source to reveal that "the developers are trying their utmost to catch the December timeline for the launch and if all goes well the launch of FAUG before the 2021 deadline is looking possible now."

The makers of the game earlier said that it would be available for download by November, which didn't happen. As of now, we do not know when the game will be ready for download unless the recent report turns out to be true. However, the game has is listed on Google Play, and pre-registrations have kicked off, which indirectly points towards its release.

Everything we know about FAU-G (Fearless and United Guards)

The developers have not shared much about the gameplay or how the game will be, but we've joined dots to set our expectations from what's available from the official source. For starters, we got a look at what appears to be the main menu of the game, which suggests that it will feature two in-game currencies. Most likely one will be a free currency, while the other will be a premium currency that can be bought in exchange for real money. There is also an in-game store that should allow players to make in-game purchases.

Also, n-Core Games dropped the first teaser for FAU-G a few weeks back. While it doesn't reveal a lot about the actual gameplay, it does suggest a focus on the Indo-China clashes at the Galwan Valley. While most battle royale games are synonymous to guns and grenades, FAU-G teaser focuses on melee-based combat with soldiers resorting to clubs and hand-to-hand combat. There seems to be a focus on team-based action as we see five soldiers standing together towards the end of the teaser.

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Garena Free Fires next update to buff up M4A1 and P90, introduce akimbo Vector

Garena Free Fire is scheduled to update the game on December 7 and as always, the update will bring with it some pretty significant changes. One of these changes will be weapon rebalancing. This is pretty normal with msy multiplay game updates as developers aim to bolster a weapon's stats to make it a more viable option, while reducing the stats of another weapon to make it more balanced. Free Fire has now announced that it will be adding pretty significant buffs to the classic M4A1 assault rifle, while also making changes to the P90 SMG.

The new update will see the M4A1 offer greater damage, and rate of fire, while increasing its effective range. On top of this, it will also see a reduction in maximum recoil as well as recoil when moving. As such, the M4A1 should become a pretty lethal option, even the face of many modern weapons in the game. Besides the M4A1 assault rifle, Garena has also announced that the P90 SMG will be getting a buff to the damage it deals. It will also feature a decrease in recoil.

Besides this, Garena will also be introducing a new twist to the Vector SMG. The weapon will be available to be dual-wielded. This will effectively double the damage dealt by the weapon. However, this comes at the cost of reduced range. But if the player does manage to get close enough, the akimbo Vector will be able to dish out devastating damage. It should also be noted that this is the first weapon in Free Fire to offer dual-wielding.

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Apple promises free screen replacement for iPhone 11 users facing touchscreen issues

Apple recently announced that it is launching a Replacement Program for iPhone 11 units. The announcement comes as a resolution for the touch screen issues faced by some iPhone 11 users.

The company has acknowledged that a small number of iPhone 11 displays produced between September 2019 and May 2020 may stop responding to touch due to an issue with the display module. Apple says, "if your iPhone 11 has been exhibiting this issue, please use the serial number checker to see if your device is eligible for this program. If so, Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider will provide service, free of charge."

You can find the serial number in the About section under general settings. Go to the support page mentioned above, and check if your iPhone 11 is eligible for the free service. If it is eligible, you can head over to an Apple Authorized Service Provider, visit Apple Retail Store, or get in touch with Apple for a mail-in service via the Apple Repair Center.

It is always recommended to have a backup of your iPhone before taking the handset to the service centre. It is also being said that customers with a cracked display will need to get it repaired before sending their phone for a replacement. The company says that it might limit the repair programme to the original region of purchase and that this programme will not extend the standard warranty coverage of the iPhone 11.

Users who have already paid to get the touchscreen issue fixed are eligible for a refund and can reach out to Apple for the same. Note that the units which will avail replacement will not get any extension on warranty. 

In other news, the iPhone 12 series users are also coming up with issues like signal drop and excessive battery drainage.

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Motorola Moto G9 Power with 6,000mAh battery to launch on December 8 in India

The Moto G9 Power is confirmed to launch on December 8 in India in the budget smartphone segment. The Moto G9 Power was launched for Europe in November alongside the Moto G 5G. The Moto G 5G made it to India late in November and is priced at Rs 20,999 in India, becoming one of the most affordable 5G phones available in the country.

A whole new level of power is about to sweep you off your feet! Gear up for #motog9power - launching at a never seen before price on 8th December, 12 PM on @Flipkart. Stay tuned. https://t.co/MjO9jm8ajK pic.twitter.com/YQOyXaCsMg

— Motorola India (@motorolaindia) December 4, 2020

Motorola confirmed the launch of the G9 Power by posting a teaser across its social media handles. The Moto G9 Power features a high capacity 6,000mAh battery to boot and is powered by the Snapdragon 662 processor. It goes up against the likes of the Realme 7i that’s priced starting at Rs 11,999 and the Poco M3. The phone will go on sale on Flipkart as the shopping website has gone live with a dedicated page for the launch of G9 Power. Moto G9 Power is scheduled to launch on December 8 at 12 PM in India.

Motorola Moto G9 Power specifications

Moto G9 Power features a 6.8-inch HD+ (1640 x 720 pixels) resolution display with a punch-hole cutout in the top-left corner. The phone measures 9.7 millimetres in thickness and weighs around 221 grams. It is fitted with a water-repellent coating but the phone has not received any IP certification.

The G9 Power is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 processor with an octa-core CPU running at 2.0GHz clock speeds and Adreno 610 GPU. This is paired with 4GB RAM and 12GB storage and the phone has a microSD card slot for further storage expansion. The phone runs on stock Android 10 with My UX customisations.

Moto G9 Power has a triple camera setup on the back that consists of a primary 64MP camera with an f/1.8 aperture, a 2MP macro camera and a 2MP depth sensor. The rear cameras can record in 1080P at upto 60FPS. On the front, there’s a 16MP selfie camera housed within the notch cutout.

The Moto ‘batwing’ logo on the back doubles up as a fingerprint reader. The Moto G9 Power is equipped with a 6,000mAh battery that supports 20W fast charging out-of-the-box. 

Moto G9 Power is priced at EUR 199 for European countries and it is expected to be priced around Rs 10,000 when it launches in India on December 8.

 

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Amazfit GTR 2 smartwatch with SpO2 monitor confirmed to launch on December 17 in India

Amazfit GTR 2 flagship smartwatch by Huami is confirmed to launch on December 17 in India. It is a part of the company’s GT 2 lineup with the GTS2 and GTS 2 mini set to launch at a later date. The Amazfit GTR 2 features a SpO2 monitor that lets users measure their blood-oxygen saturation levels and offers a long battery life.

Amazfit has officially confirmed that it is preparing to bring the GT 2 series to India in December starting with the GTR 2 on December 17. After the launch of GT 2, the company is expected to launch the GTS2 and GTS 2 mini in the following weeks. Moreover, the company has revealed that it will announce the exact date of the launch on Amazfit India website and Flipkart soon. 

GTR 2 from Amazfit flagship GT 2 series #smartwatch will launch on 17th Dec. Unique technology includes BioTracker™, OxygenBeats™ & PAI™ & Always-on Display. More details https://t.co/Q5b83SFpF8  As always, will giveaway (1000RT = 1 unit)! #AmazfitGTR2 #AmazfitGT2 pic.twitter.com/APWpurskEA

— Honey Singh (@honeytech) December 4, 2020

The Amazfit GTR 2 was launched back in October and went on sale globally in the UK and the US. The Amazfit GTR 2 follows the previous generation that was launched at Rs 10,000 in India. We expect the company to sell the GTR 2 at around the same price point when it launches in India.

Amazfit GTR 2 features

The GTR 2 is offered in two styles, Sport and Classic model that feature aluminium alloy and stainless steel builds respectively. The Sport variant weighs 31.5 grams while the classic model weighs 39 grams and measures 10.7 millimetres in thickness. The smartwatch has a round dial that is covered in tempered glass with anti-fingerprint coating for added protection. 

Amazfit GTR 2 features a 1.39-inch AMOLED screen with a resolution of 454x454 pixels and it curves on the edges seamlessly. The watch has two buttons and is 5ATM certified meaning that the GTR 2 can survive upto a depth of 50 meters in water. The straps are made of silicon or leather depending on the variant you choose and are replaceable with third-party straps with the pin buckle. 

The GTR 2 uses a magnetic charging stand to fill its 471mAh battery that offers around 14 days worth of battery life on efficient use and upto 38 days on basic use. Moreover, the smartwatch takes close to 2.5 hours to fully charge from 0-100%.

The Amazfit GTR features a proprietary BioTracker 2 PPG data sensor that is capable of measuring the wearer’s SpO2 levels, heart rate and more. It connects to an Android or iOS phone over Bluetooth 5.0 and Zepp App.

More details about the Amazfit GTR 2 and its pricing will be revealed on December 17 when the smartwatch is officially launched in India.

 

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