Googles next Pixel phone will reportedly use a custom in-house GS101 processor

Google's Pixel lineup of smartphones, especially, the last couple of phones hasn't been super popular in the market. But it looks like Google is ready to change that with its next Pixel phone. According to reports, it looks like Pixel might try to copy the iPhone’s best trick to try beating other phones in the market.

Google's next Pixel phone, presumably called the Pixel 6, will reportedly feature a Google-designed GS101 "Whitechapel" SoC. This would be the first time a Pixel phone will have an in-house SoC instead of the ones made by Qualcomm.

According to 9To5Google, the company is working on two phones that will feature the Arm-based GS101. We expect one of them to be a flagship offering to succeed last year's Pixel 5 and the other one to be a Pixel 4a 5G follow-up.

The folks over at XDA Developers claim the GS101 will feature a “three cluster setup with a TPU (Tensor Processing Unit)” for machine learning. The new chip may also feature a security chip, similar to the Titan M. None of this would be a first for Google because they have already made TPUs for servers and Titan M chips for its current phones.

The custom SoC, however, is something new and it may allow the company to integrate those features very well. Google was rumored to be working on this chip for a while now, so it will be interesting to see exactly how it turned out. The company is also expected to use this chip, or a version of it, in its Chromebooks.

This could breathe a new life into Google's Pixel lineup as the idea of having a custom in-house chip is very a compelling one. Apple, as you probably already know, has a reputation for having a tightly integrated software and hardware stack. We hope Google a solid device in its hands and we can't wait to learn more about it.

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Microsoft is going to sell Xbox Series X mini-fridges after it won a Twitter brand competition

When Microsoft first revealed the Xbox Series X back in 2019, the internet went wild with memes comparing it to a fridge. Microsoft gracefully embraced the memes and ended up making a 1:1 scale replica which it gave to some prominent figures in the industry.

While the original Xbox Series X fridge was limited to a few units, Xbox marketing boss Aaron Greenberg promised that if Xbox won against Skittles in the final round of Twitter’s inaugural #BestOfTweets Brand Bracket, they would make actual Xbox Series X mini-fridges. Well, you know what? It won and Xbox is keeping good on its promise.

Greenberg said that “we will move forward on our promise to make those Xbox Series X Mini Fridges”. He tweeted this just minutes after the poll results came through. He even mentioned that the folks over at Skittles will get the first unit filled with games.

Thanks to everyone who voted, this was down to the wire and thrilling to follow. Now that @Xbox won, we will move forward on our promise to make those Xbox Series X Mini Fridges. First one off the line will be filled with games & headed to our friends @Skittles of course!  https://t.co/xeeN8yLGV8

— Aaron Greenberg U (@aarongreenberg) April 2, 2021

In case you are wondering, this isn't an April Fool's day prank. He had clearly mentioned that it's not “Not an April Fools joke” and “Not clickbait”. That being said, we don't know when we'll be able to buy one for ourselves. It will most probably end up getting listed on the Xbox Store alongside the other cool Xbox merch and accessories that you can buy.

It also remains to be seen exactly how units of this mini-fridge will Xbox end up making. So if you are indeed planning to get one, then you might have to keep your eyes peeled for more info. After all, it's your best chance to own an Xbox Series X fridge albeit a mini one. 

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Super Mario Bros. Nintendo Game From 1986 Auctions for $660,000

A sealed copy of Super Mario Bros. from Nintendo brought in 1986 has been auctioned for $660,000 (roughly Rs. 4.8 crores) by Heritage Auctions in Dallas in the US.

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Vivo X60t launched, brings Dimensity 1100 SoC, triple cameras and more

Vivo recently launched the X60 series of phones in China. At the time of the launch, the series brought with itself three phones -- the X60, X60 Pro and X60 Pro+. And now, the company has added a new phone to the series. Called the x60t, this new phone appears to be a tweaked version of the Vivo X60. The tweaks here are also quite interesting as this version is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1100 SoC, as opposed to the Snapdragon 870 SoC that powers the Vivo X60. 

The Vivo X60t has been launched in China at a price of CNY 3,498 (approx Rs. 40,000) for the 8GB RAM + 128GB model. The phone is available in Shimmer Blue and Midnight Black colour options. 

Vivo X60t: Specifications

The Vivo X60t features a 6.56-inch full-HD+ (1,080x2,376 pixels) AMOLED display running at 19.8:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, it is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1100 octa-core SoC paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage. For software, the phone comes running Vivo's latest, OriginOS 1.0 which is based on Android 11. 

As for cameras, the Vivo X60t comes with a triple rear camera setup with a 48-megapixel primary sensor with an f/1.79 lens sat next to a 13-megapixel secondary ultra-wide angle sensor with up to 120-degree field of view and another 13-megapixel sensor for portrait shots with f/2.46 aperture and 50mm focal length. At the front, the Vivo X60t comes with a 32-megapixel primary sensor with an f/2.45 lens. 

There are a host of connectivity features on the device, with the Vivo phone coming with dual-SIM (Nano) slot. Other connectivity options include USB Type-C, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth v5.2, USB OTG, and more. Keeping the lights on is a 4,300mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging support. 

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Jio, Qualcomm announce Call of Duty Mobile Aces Esports Challenge, offers prize pool of Rs 25 lakh

Jio and Qualcomm have announced a new esports tournament for Call of Duty Mobile players in India. Called the ‘Call of Duty Mobile Aces Esports Challenge’, the tournament will be a part of a year-long collaboration on the JioGames ‘Esports platform. It will offer a total prize pool

“Mobile gaming is one of the fastest-growing segments in India. Almost 90% of the gamers in India are using their mobile as their primary device for gaming. Apart from superior graphics capabilities, today’s gamers also want fast, seamless connectivity and long-lasting battery life.” said Rajen Vagadia, vice president & president, Qualcomm India Pvt. Ltd. “India is an extremely important industry for Qualcomm Technologies, with a huge audience for, not only mobile gaming but also live streaming gaming content. The Qualcomm Snapdragon mobile processors not only exceeds user expectations by enabling a remarkable gaming experience with its high-performance graphics and longer smooth plays, but also is available across multiple tiers and price segments for every type of user. We wanted to collaborate with a brand like Jio that deeply understands the opportunity and matches our belief, not only in the superlative experiences our technology delivers, but also in the tremendous gaming capabilities of Indians in the hyper-competitive world of mobile esports.”

Call of Duty Mobile Aces Esports Challenge: Dates and format

Registrations for Call of Duty Mobile Aces Esports Challenge are already underway and those interested can click here to register. The tournament is divided into two parts, namely Solo and 5v5 teams. The Solo matches will be played in Battle Royale mode, while the Team matches will be played in multiplayer mode. Registration for Solo ends on April 11, while Team match registration ends on April 30.

It should be noted that there is no registration fee for entering the competition. Further, the tournament is open to Jio and non-Jio subscribers. The Qualifiers will start from June 11, and the finale will be held on June 20. Matches to be telecast live on JioTV, Esports HD Channel, Facebook Watch & YouTube JioGames Channel.

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Apple Arcade Adds 30 New Games, Two New Game Categories

Apple has added over 30 new games to the Apple Arcade catalogue including “NBA 2K21 Arcade Edition” by 2K Games, which has the latest NBA roster for 5-on-5 basketball. It also brings two new game categories – Timeless Classics and App Store Greats.

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What’s Causing the Global Chip Shortage and How Does It Affect You

A global chip shortage is affecting the production of automobiles, phones, laptops, and even home appliances. Here are the factors contributing to the massive shortage and how it affects consumers.

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