Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G to support 144Hz display: Key details listed ahead of the official launch

Qualcomm will soon add another SoC to its premium 700 series, the Snapdragon 778G, that will serve as a slightly toned-down alternative to the recently introduced Snapdragon 780G. Several key details of the new chipset surfaced on Qualcomm’s official microsite which has since been pulled down. 

According to the listing, the new Snapdragon 778G is manufactured on a 6nm process node and will bring in improved performance, 144Hz high-refresh-rate support, and better multimedia capabilities to mid-range Android phones. 

Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G Features 

To start with, the CPU configuration remains similar to Snapdragon 780G. There is one Cortex A78-based Kryo 670 Prime Ccore clocked at 2.4GHz, followed by three Cortex-A78 performance cores clocked at 2.2GHz, and four regular Cortex-A55 cores ticking at up to 1.9GHz. 

As always, the G moniker refers to support for Snapdragon’s Elite Gaming suit. The GPU is Adreno 642L and we are not yet sure how it compares against the Adreno 642 on Snapdragon 780G (which claimed a massive performance boost over Adreno 620 we usually see on current Snapdragon 700 series chipsets). 

One interesting addition is the support for 144Hz high refresh rate for Full HD resolution displays. The Snapdragon 778G also supports 10-bit colors and Rec2020 color space, hopefully paving the way for a better HDR experience on upcoming mid-range Android phones. 

Other specifications are again similar to Snapdragon 780G. The chipset retains Qualcomm’s fused AI engine with Hexagon 770 DSP and promises 12 TOPs of combined AI performance. The powerful triple Spectra 570 ISP supports 192MP captures from a single camera with shutter lag and is capable of handling feeds from three 25MP cameras simultaneously. 

Of course, this is a 5G chipset with an integrated Snapdragon X53 modem that supports both mmWave and sub-6 5G. Other highlights include support for Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, dual-frequency GPS, and Quick Charge 5.0 fast charging technology. 

Qualcomm is likely to officially unveil Snapdragon 778G on May 19 globally. We are already hearing rumors of the chipset being used in the upcoming Honor 50.

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GSMA calls on governments to license 6 GHz to power 5G

The global future of 5G is at risk if governments fail to align on licensing 6 GHz spectrum, the GSMA said today.

The full speed and capabilities of 5G depend on the 6 GHz mid-band spectrum. Yet governments are already diverging: China will use the entire 1200 MHz in the 6 GHz band for 5G. Europe has split the band, with the upper part considered for 5G, but a new 500 MHz tranche available for Wi-Fi. Africa and parts of the Middle East are taking a similar approach.

At the other extreme, the US and much of Latin America have declared that none of this valuable resource will be made available for 5G, but rather will be offered to Wi-Fi and other unlicensed technologies.

The 6 GHz band is essential not only for mobile network operators to provide enhanced affordable connectivity for greater social inclusion, but also to deliver the data speeds and capacity needed for smart cities, transport, and factories. It is estimated that 5G networks need 2 GHz of mid-band spectrum over the next decade to deliver on its full potential.

“5G has the potential to boost the world’s GDP by $2.2 trillion,” said John Giusti, Chief Regulatory Officer for the GSMA. “But there is a clear threat to this growth if sufficient 6 GHz spectrum is not made available for 5G. Clarity and certainty are essential to fostering the massive, long-term investments in this critical infrastructure.”

The World Radiocommunication Conference in 2023 will provide the opportunity to harmonise the 6 GHz band across large parts of the planet and help develop the ecosystem.

5G is accelerating the digital transformation of all industries and sectors, unleashing new waves of innovation that will benefit billions. This technology is crucial for the environment and climate goals as connectivity replaces carbon. In order to reach all users, however, industries will require the extra capacity that the 6 GHz band offers.

Therefore, GSMA calls on governments to:

1. Make at least 6425-7125 MHz available for licensed 5G

2. Ensure backhaul services are protected;

3. Depending on countries’ needs, incumbent use and fibre footprint, the bottom half of the 6 GHz range at 5925-6425 MHz could be opened on a license-exempt basis with technology neutral rules.

Today, the GSMA also published a statement with Ericsson, Huawei, Nokia and ZTE that further details the importance of the 6 GHz band for the future of 5G.

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Free Fire World Series 2021 Singapore play-ins begin on May 28

Free Fire World Series 2021 Singapore is set to begin on May 28. The play-ins will be followed by the Finals on May 30. Garena had earlier announced that it is rescheduling its upcoming Free Fire World Series tournament (FFWS 2021 SG) keeping in mind the COVID-19 situation around the globe and the health and safety of everyone involved.

The Free Fire World Series 2021 Singapore will witness 18 teams from 11 regions across the world. The play-ins that begin from May 28 will see 9 teams fight it out for the top three spots in the Finals. “Maintaining the health and safety of all involved continues to be a top priority. The date was shifted to accommodate the global pandemic situation and local public health protocols,” Garena said in a media release.

Due to restrictions put in place by the Singapore government, teams from India, Bangladesh and Pakistan will not be able to travel to Singapore to compete.

The Free Fire World Series 2021 Singapore starts on May 28 from 6:30 PM IST while the Finals will be held on May 30 from 6:30 PM IST.

The tournament’s top 9 teams will win a share from the US $2 Million prize pool which is Free Fire’s largest ever. 

Garena plans two further international tournaments this year. In July, the company plans to host Free Fire All-Stars. This event aims to bring together top influencers and professional players from around the world. It will then pit them against each other to see who is the best. Then in November, the company plans to hold the second edition of the Free Fire World Series. Hopefully, the situation in India and the world will have improved enough to host the event without any issues.

 

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Battlegrounds Mobile India pre-registration starts in India on Play Store

Battlegrounds Mobile India pre-registration has started in India on the Google Play Store. Krafton Inc announced PUBG Mobile India back in November but it was renamed Battlegrounds Mobile India earlier this month. PUBG Mobile was banned in India in 2020 citing privacy and security concerns by the government of India. There is no word on the official launch of Battlegrounds India in India yet.

Battlegrounds Mobile India is also offering four pre-registration rewards. These include the Recon Mask, Recon outfit, Celebration Expert Title and 300 AG. Players who pre-register the game on the Google Play Store will be eligible to receive these rewards once the game launches. The game is up for pre-registration for Android and there is no word on the iOS availability yet. 

Battlegrounds Mobile India has also released a teaser video featuring actor Arshad Warsi and three popular players, Aaditya ‘Dynamo’ Sawant, Jonathan Amaral and Chetan ‘Kronten’ Chandgude.

How to pre-register Battlegrounds Mobile India on Play Store?

Battlegrounds Mobile India is now up for pre-registration in India. Interested players can head to the Google Play Store to pre-register the game. Here is how to pre-register Battlegrounds Mobile India.

Visit the Battlegrounds Mobile India listing on the Play Store here

Tap the pre-register button and enable the “install when available” option

Battlegrounds Mobile India will automatically get installed when it officially launches

While announcing Battlegrounds Mobile India, Krafton revealed that the game will have exclusive in-game events like outfits and other such features. The developers also revealed that the game will power its own esports ecosystem in India with tournament and league matches with big prize pools. They will also collaborate with partners to boost the esports scene in India and will bring exclusive in-game content that will be India-centric.

Krafton Inc has not revealed the exact launch date of Battlegrounds Mobile India yet but it is rumoured to launch in June.

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PUBG Mobile’s India Avatar Battlegrounds Kicks Off Pre-Registrations via Google Play Store

Battlegrounds Mobile India pre-registrations are live via Google Play store. The game is the Indian version of PUBG Mobile and will follow the same free-to-play battle royale formula. The Google Play store listing shows images of some familiar locations.

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PS5, PS5 Digital Edition India Pre-Orders Stock Sells Out in Minutes, Again

PS5 India restock pre-orders sold out within five minutes on Amazon, Flipkart, Games The Shop, Prepaid Gamer Card, Reliance Digital, Sony Center, and Vijay Sales.

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Airtel to provide free recharge packs, double benefits to low-income customers impacted by COVID-19

Airtel has announced special benefits for its low-income customers to help them stay connected to their loved ones in the COVID-19 pandemic. The company has revealed free recharge packs and double benefits offers for over 55 million low-income customers on its network. The second wave of the Coronavirus pandemic has hit most people and households and put low-income people at risk. Staying connected virtually is the only option for many people but it can put some burden on low-income groups.

Airtel has revealed that it is offering benefits worth Rs 270 crore to help its low-income customers who are impacted by the COVID-19 in India. Airtel is providing a free recharge pack of Rs 49 to over 55 million low-income customers on its network, majorly in rural areas. The Rs 49 recharge pack will provide a talk time of Rs 38 and 100MB data with a validity of 28 days. 

Airtel announces benefits worth Rs 270 cr to help 55 million low-income customers to tide over the impact of Covid-19. Airtel will give Rs. 49 pack free of cost to 55 mn low-income users, mostly in rural India. #Airtel #WeAreInThisTogether #Covid19 #StayHomeStaySafe pic.twitter.com/rFCEoKTHYJ

— Bharti Airtel (@airtelnews) May 16, 2021

Moreover, Airtel has also announced double benefits for its prepaid customers. The Airtel prepaid recharge of Rs 79 will now provide double the benefits to users. The recharge pack worth Rs 79 offers a talk time of Rs 128, 200MB data usage and allows local/STD/landline calls at 60p per minute. This recharge plan comes with a validity of 28 days.

Airtel has stated in the official press release that these benefits will be available to over 55 million of its low-income customers in the coming weeks.

Jio ensures that JioPhone users stay connected during the pandemic. Stay home, Stay safe. @ril_foundation#JioTogether #StayHomeStaySafe #IndiaKaSmartphone #CoronaHaaregaIndiaJeetega pic.twitter.com/LlGem5aOc3

— Reliance Jio (@reliancejio) May 16, 2021

Meanwhile, Jio also recently announced that JioPhone users in India will receive 300 minutes worth of calling every month for free during the COVID-19 pandemic. This will come as a sigh of relief for many JioPhone users who have been unable to recharge their phones due to the pandemic. Jio has also announced that it will provide free plans to all JioPhone users who recharge. If a JioPhone user recharges with a Rs 75 plan, they will get an additional Rs 75 for free.

 

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