Tom Clancy’s XDefiant Free-to-Play FPS Announced for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X

Tom Clancy’s XDefiant is a new free-to-play, first-person shooter for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, Stadia, and Luna. Early access from August 5. It continues Ubisoft’s push into live service games, following The Division Heartland and Assassin’s Creed Infinity.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 10T 5G with Dimensity 700 SoC launched in India: Price, specifications and availability

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10T 5G has officially launched in India as the first 5G phone in the popular Redmi Note lineup. The Redmi Note 10T is the fifth phone in the Note 10 series this year following the Redmi Note 10, Redmi Note 10s, Redmi Note 10 Pro and Redmi Note 10 Pro Max. Since its inception, the Redmi Note phones have witnessed over 20 crore+ units shipped globally and remains a compelling choice for users in the affordable budget segment in India.

The Redmi Note 10T 5G follows a similar approach to design as its 4G siblings and goes up against the likes of the Realme 8 5G, Oppo A53s and more. Here’s everything you need to know about the Redmi Note 10T 5G including its pricing in India, specifications and availability details.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10T 5G price and availability

Xiaomi has priced the Redmi Note 10T 5G starting at Rs 13,999 for the base variant with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage and Rs 15,999 for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. 

The Redmi Note 10T 5G goes on sale from July 26 on Amazon India, Mi India store and in offline stores.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10T 5G specifications

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10T 5G features a 6.5-inch Full HD+ (2400x1080 pixels) resolution display that supports a 90Hz refresh rate and a punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera upfront. The screen is topped with a layer of Gorilla Glass 3 for added protection against regular wear and tear.

It measures 8.9 millimetres in thickness and weighs 190 grams. The Redmi Note 10T is being offered in four colours: Metallic Blue, Mint Green, Chromium White and Graphite Black.

The Redmi Note 10T is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G processor that has an octa-core CPU and Mali-G57 GPU. This is paired with upto 6GB RAM and 128GB UFS 2.2 storage options to choose from. There is an option to expand the storage further by adding a microSD card. It runs on MIUI 12 based on Android 11.

As for the cameras, the Redmi Note 10T 5G has three cameras on the back consisting of a 48MP primary camera with an f/1.8 aperture, 2MP macro camera and 2MP depth sensor. There is a dual-LED flash and the rear cameras can record in 1080p at 30FPS. On the front, there is an 8MP selfie camera.

The Redmi Note 10T 5G has the basic set of sensors and connectivity features including dual 5G bands, Bluetooth 5.1 and a power button that doubles up as a fingerprint reader.

The Redmi Note 10T is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging out-of-the-box.

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Battlegrounds Mobile India Series 2021: Heres how to register

Krafton Inc has already announced that it will be hosting the first Battlegrounds Mobile India tournament. Called Battlegrounds Mobile India Series 2021, the tournament is all set to kick off from next month onwards. Now though, Krafton has finally allowed players to register for the tournament. 

Battlegrounds Mobile India Series 2021: How to register

Those interested in participating in the Battlegrounds Mobile India Series 2021 tournament can simply click here to head over to the official website and register.

However, while the tournament is open to all Indian players, there are a few restrictions. For starters, a participant needs to be at least 16 years of age in order to be eligible for the tournament. Or, a parent or legal guardian will have to accept the general rules and the applicable competition-specific rules on behalf of the player and consents to the player’s participation in the Tournament using a parental consent form provided by the Tournament Organizer. Another bit to note is that all the players in a teams roster must have held a ranking of level 15 and above Platinum V Tier at the time of the end of the registration. 

Battlegrounds Mobile India Series 2021

The tournament will stretch for three months and the in-game qualifiers will be held from August 2 and August 8. During this time, registered players will have to play 15 matches with their registered team in the given time period. The top 10 matches of the 15 matches played will be considered for evaluation and scored accordingly. In case of a tie, parameters such as finishes, survival time, accuracy and more will be considered. The qualifiers will be used to shortlist the top 1024 teams, who will move to the next round.  

The Online Qualifiers will be held from August 17 to September 12. Out of this, 64 teams will qualify for the Quarter Finals that will be held between September 16 and September 26. The Quarter Finals will shortlist 24 teams for the Semi-Finals between September 30 and October 3. These 16 teams will qualify for the Grand Finals that will be held between October 7 and October 10.

To know more about the tournament, click here. 

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AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution Game Upscaling: Can It Really Make Games Run Faster on Any GPU?

Get getter performance in supported games, even when using low-end or integrated Radeon GPUs, and even rival Nvidia's GeForce models.

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Poco M3 4GB RAM variant launched in India: Price, specifications and more

Poco is all set to launch its new, F3 GT in India later this week. But ahead of the launch, it has silently announced a new variant of the Poco M3 in India. This is a 4GB RAM variant of the device that joins the already existing 6GB variant of the phone in the market. 

The phone is essentially the same device as the one launched before and as such also offers the same hardware. The new Poco phone offers a lot to like including a Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 SoC and a big battery. It also gets an interesting camera setup. 

Poco M3: Specifications and Price

Poco M3 has a plastic build and textured back panel that the company says is its anti-fingerprint design along with an extended camera module. The phone is 9.6 millimetres at the thickest point and weighs 198 grams. It is being offered in Cool Blue, Poco Yellow and Power Black colours to choose from.

The Poco M3 features a 6.53-inch Full HD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels) resolution display with a waterdrop notch cutout for the selfie camera. This gives the screen a 19.5:9 aspect ratio and is further topped with a layer of Gorilla Glass 3.  It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 processor with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 610 GPU. 

This is paired with 4GB RAM and upto 128GB storage variants. Additionally, there is an option of expanding the storage further by using a microSD card. It runs on MIUI 12 based on Android 10 with the Poco Launcher. The Poco M3 has a triple camera setup on the back that consists of a primary 48MP camera with an f/1.8 aperture, a 2MP macro camera and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there is an 8MP selfie camera housed within the notch cutout. The rear camera can record videos in 1080p at 30FPS. 

The phone has stereo speakers and a side-mounted fingerprint reader. It is fitted with a 6,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging. Poco claims that the M3 is capable of lasting 40 hours on calling or 196 hours of music playback or 17 hours of video viewing. Poco M3 price in India has been set at Rs 10,499 for the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant through Flipkart. 

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Sony X90J TV Review: A worthy successor to the X90H

For the performance on offer, the TV is no slouch. It has one of the best out of the box colour calibration we’ve seen on a TV this year. The TV offers an immersive viewing experience and the colour pops thanks to the new XR processor. The TV is great for well-lit rooms and there is only slight blooming in absolute pitch darkness. Thanks to the VA panel, we get good black levels as well. Needless to say, if you watch set-top box content or OTT content, you will definitely enjoy it on this TV. While Google TV UI needs work, it is a step in the right direction for Smart TVs. The audio output from the TV is clear and good but lacks bass. As for gamers, the lack of VRR at launch is something that will definitely annoy gamers, but then again, it will only affect you if you have an Xbox Series X. As of writing this review, the PS5 does not support VRR. The presence of only two HDMI 2.1 ports is also a letdown for those that have both next-gen consoles and a home theatre. However, for gaming performance, the TV is no slouch. It has excellent content reproduction and low input lag. While the LG CX is still our TV of choice for gaming, you can consider this if you play games in a well-lit room.

In 2020 Sony launched its ready for PS5 TV in the form of the X90H (review). When we reviewed the TV back in 2020 it was one of the best LED TV's money could buy with good picture quality and good gaming performance. Of course, at the time we tested it with an Xbox One X (review) and PS4 Pro as the next-gen consoles hadn’t launched in India. However, Sony’s ready for PS5 TV saw some criticism for its performance at 4K at 120Hz and the TV still hasn’t received its promised VRR update. The successor to the X90H, which we have with us today, brings a bunch of new tricks up its sleeves. Unlike the X90H, the X90J runs on Sony’s brand new Cognitive XR processor, comes with Google TV out of the box and still only has two HDMI 2.1 ports. Sony has confirmed that both the X90H and X90J will get VRR support by the end of 2021, so there’s that to look forward to. So, is the X90J worth your hard-earned money? Let's find out. 

Specs at a glance

Panel Size: 55-inch (also available in 65 and 75-inch as well) Panel Type: VA LED Panel Resolution: 3840 x 2160 - 4K Panel Refresh Rate: 120Hz HDR 10 support: Yes Dolby Vision Support: Yes Weight (with stand): 17.4kgs approx.  HDMI Ports: 4 USB Ports: 2 Bluetooth: Yes Wi-Fi: Yes Ethernet: Yes Speakers: 20W (Acoustic Multi-Audio Sound Positioning Tweeter, X-Balanced Speaker) Built-in storage: 16GB Price: MRP: 1,59,990. Best Price: Rs 1,39,990

Sony X90J Display and picture quality

Let's kick things off with the performance of the black mirror. The TV has a VA panel which means you get deep blacks at the cost of viewing angles. The TV does not have Sony’s X-Wide Angle technology. The viewing angles are good and unless you go to extreme angles, you should enjoy the content on this TV. It has a 4K resolution with support for HDR 10 and Dolby Vision and while the TV can hit peak brightness upwards of 700 nits, it has a sustained brightness between 550 and 600 nits. While the panel produces punchy colours, the real question is how much of a difference the new XR Processor powering this TV makes. Let’s dive in. 

Sony X90J 4K and HDR performance

Sublime is the first thing that will come to mind when you start watching content on this TV. Considering the competition on offer, this TV is a good high-end LED LCD offering in India. In all the HDR content we played on this TV, the content was spot on. The Sony X90J is a Calman ready TV which means, when we hooked up our hardware to this TV, the Calman software can change the settings of the TV to hit the D65 white point with Delta errors around 1, which is very good. Remember, the Sony calibration for Calman uses the Rec 709 colour space to calibrate for HDR and not Rec 2020. In the Rec 2020 space, there are still some errors but lower than what we’ve seen on budget TVs. Needless to say, HDR and Dolby Vision content looks sublime on this TV. From shows like Our Plant to Grand Tour, to the Cyberpunk future in Altered Carbon, the colours just pop on this TV.

For Dolby Vision content the TV has the same Dolby Vision Bright and Dolby Vision Dark and it also has an ambient mode to recognise the light in the room. It’s puzzling that Sony didn’t go with Dolby Vision IQ on this TV. We are still waiting to experience a Dolby Vision IQ TV so we’ll hold off on our thoughts for that technology.

Even movies purchased from the Apple TV app in Dolby Vision looked punchy. The race in Ready Player One at the 11-minute mark is definitely on to enjoy and the end fight sequence in Wonder Woman (2017) is a showcase of the HDR performance of this TV. What it lacks in the punchiness of colours when compared to similarly priced OLED TVs, it makes up for with its bright highlights and impressive picture performance.

As you can see from the reading above, the out of the box calibration of the TV is very good. Post calibration the TV had an average delta error of 1.3 in the ColorChecker analysis. Even out of the box the performance in the ColorChecker analysis was very good with an average delta error of 1.8.  

Sony X90J FHD performance

Even FHD content looks good on this TV. We played a lot of FHD content from the TV like Spider-Man Homecoming, Young Sheldon, Mission Impossible and more, and FHD content is presented beautifully as well. The TV has a bunch of picture presets, but I suggest leaving the TV on Cinema as it makes the content look the best. Standard is also a good preset for everyday TV shows and works better for shows like Friends or news programs. The beauty of the Cinema preset is that while it adds warmth to the colour temperature it isn't as pronounced as we’ve seen on budget TVs which is good. Skin tones look natural and environments look realistic. Even Spider-Man’s Suit in Homecoming looks the right shade of red and blue in both the Standard and Cinema preset with the environments and skin tones changing as per the colour temperature of the preset. The TV has good upscaling too and in 720p and 1080p (especially 1080p content), you cannot make out the jagged edges. 

Sony X90J Gaming performance

Let's address the elephant in the room. Yes, the TV only has two HDMI 2.1 ports one of which is eARC enabled, so if you have a home theatre or soundbar, you are left with just one port for your PS5 (review) or Xbox Series X (review) console, which is a letdown. The second point is that while the TV supports VRR, it will be enabled on the TV via a future update. Sony has said that the X90H and X90J, both will get the VRR update by the end of 2021. 

Having said that, I don't think the TV was disappointing in any way for those looking for a high-end gaming TV. Spider-Man Miles Morales (review) looked sublime on a PS5 and when you activate your Venom powers, the HDR capabilities of the TV just pop. Speaking of HDR, a visual showcase of the TVs capabilities is Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart (review). The game has so many particle effects at any given point that the screen is full of action. The game recently got a 120Hz mode and is one to check out. Speaking of 120Hz mode, we also played some Dirt 5 (review) on this TV. The blinding effect of the sun shining upon you is present here and the races just felt immersive. 

At this price point, you can get the LG CX (review) which is a capable gaming TV with not only four HDMI 2.1 ports but also support for VRR and G-Sync. But the Sony X90J is no slouch. While the Sony X90J vs LG CX can be a point of discussion for another day, know that if you are someone gaming in a well-lit room, then an LED works better than an OLED while for a darkroom experience, the OLED has an edge. 

Sony X90J Audio performance

Unlike the X90H which came with two full-range (Bass Reflex) drivers and two Tweeters (for the 65-inch variant we reviewed), the X90J brings Acoustic Multi-Audio Sound Positioning Tweeter and X-Balanced Speaker. Acoustic Multi-Audio Sound Positioning Tweeter works similarly as we’ve seen on Sony’s OLED TVs like the A8H (review) but there’s a difference here. In the OLED TV, the entire screen vibrates to create sound. Here the two positional speakers simulate the surround sound and channel shift experience. The speakers sound really good for vocals and have a decent dynamic range but fall flat when it comes to bass. We saw the opening bank heist sequence in the Dark Knight and there the glass shattering at the opening lacked the punch you would feel with a subwoofer. However, the rest of the background score and the conversation between the thieves was quite crisp and clear. 

Even when it came to gaming, the orchestral score of Ratchet and Clank or even the swishes of Spider-Man's web were all very clear. If you will use this TV in your bedroom or study which is 12x14 feet or even 12x16 feet then you should be fine without an external audio device as it can offer room-filling sound. 

Sony X90J UI

Sony has been helming Android TV OS since the beginning of Smart TVs and now the brand is shifting to Google TV. The Google TV UI feels like a mixed bag. For starters, it's very easy to set up the TV even from an iPhone (which wasn't the case on previous versions of Android TV) and you don't need to resort to the onscreen keyboard at all. The UI has changed to giving you all your apps upfront horizontally in a row with the subsequent rows highlighting content from various services (just like previous versions of Android TV but with enough visual differences). You also have a tab called 'Library' and for some reason, this only shows me movies I’ve got on Google Play Movies (which is now a part of YouTube). The “For You” section which we’ve seen in the Google TV videos and photos online is also not here. While the apps tab is replacing the Play Store for you to search for apps, there is no place for you to quickly go to see if an app needs an update. I had to use Google Assistant to navigate to the section where I can check for app updates. Maybe it’s a learning curve, but the Google TV UI feels slightly incomplete right now and Google may need to fine-tune it a little bit. 

The rest of the settings are easy to get to. Sony has made it incredibly easy to access picture presets and frequently used settings without jumping through any hoops. Just remember to go into the settings and switch the HDMI input to enhanced to get 4K HDR (RGB) performance from the PS5 when gaming. 

To do this go to Settings - Channel & Inputs - External Inputs - HDMI Signal Format. Here, select the enhanced format for the HDMI input. Remember, HDMI 2.1 is only available in HDMI 3 and 4. 

Another addition is that of far-field mics and just like we saw on the 75-inch Mi QLED TV (review) and 43-inch 4K Realme TV (review), you can control the TV by simply saying “OK Google” and this works as well as it did on the Mi QLED TV. The only difference is that the response was a lot snappier on the Sony TV but the accuracy of the voice recognition was at par. Just like the other 2 TVs mentioned, the Sony also has a physical toggle to mute the onboard mic and there is only a small LED indicator to let you know that the mic is muted. You can go into the TVs settings and switch this LED indicator off, something we wish was there in the Mi and Realme TV. But alas, we found it on the Sony TV only. 

Sony X90J Remote control

The remote control is the same as what we saw last year with the X90H and we think this is a well-built ergonomic remote control. It has a textured back to add to the grip and has a simple candy bar form factor. Playback controls are at the bottom with OTT hotkeys closer to the top. In my opinion, placing the OTT hotkeys closer to the bottom near the playback controls could make the TV more ergonomic, but that's a personal preference. Overall, the remote is well built, functional and works well. 

Sony X90J Build and design

The build of the X90J is very similar to what we saw on the X90H from the front and also as far as the tabletop feet are concerned. You have 2 feet holding the TV in place and they don't need screws to attach them. All you need to do is slot the feet in. The feet are quite thin and come with external clips one can use for cable management. The back this time isn't flush but has a bit of design and if you see the side edges, you will notice the side-firing tweeters of the TV. All the connectivity options are laid out on one side.

Sony X90J Bottom Line

For the performance on offer, the TV is no slouch. It has one of the best out of the box colour calibration we’ve seen on a TV this year. The TV offers an immersive viewing experience and the colour pop thanks to the new XR processor. The TV is great for well-lit rooms and there is only slight blooming in absolute pitch darkness. Thanks to the VA panel, we get good black levels as well. Needless to say, if you watch set-top box content or OTT content, you will definitely enjoy it on this TV. While Google TV UI needs work, it is a step in the right direction for Smart TVs. The audio output from the TV is clear and good but lacks bass. As for gamers, the lack of VRR at launch is something that will definitely annoy gamers, but then again, it will only affect you if you have an Xbox Series X. As of writing this review, the PS5 does not support VRR. The presence of only two HDMI 2.1 ports is also a letdown for those that have both next-gen consoles and a home theatre. However, for gaming performance, the TV is no slouch. It has excellent content reproduction and low input lag. While the LG CX is still our TV of choice for gaming, you can consider this if you play games in a well-lit room.

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Apple iPhone SE 3 is expected to launch next year with an A14 Bionic chip and 5G

Apple is expected to show some love to its iPhone SE series by launching an upgraded variant next year. According to a report from DigiTimes, Apple is planning to launch the iPhone SE 3 in the first half of 2022. This new phone in the series is expected to have better internals than the existing iPhone SE models available on the market right now.

DigiTimes report is more in line with the reliable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo's report from last month in which he noted that the iPhone SE would receive an updated processor and 5G capabilities next year. Kuo noted that the iPhone SE has been marketed well for customers looking to buy a smaller iPhone. He further added that the new iPhone SE 3 will be the "cheapest 5G phone ever".

This is an interesting claim and while we think it could be the cheapest 5G iPhone on the market, we're not entirely sure about it being the cheapest 5G phone. We'll just have to wait for Apple to launch the device and see what kind of pricing we get for the same.

The iPhone SE was updated for the first time in the April of last year with the A13 Bionic chip that was borrowed from the iPhone 11. It also had a larger screen, a new design, and better cameras than its predecessor. The upcoming iPhone SE 3 looks like it will sport relatively fewer changes but we'll see an upgraded processor and 5G capability.

It is also worth pointing out that the iPhone SE 3 is expected to have the same design to retain Apple's TouchID sensor and the Home button. The iPhone SE is currently the only phone in Apple's iPhone lineup to have that design, and the new one is expected to be no different. Any and all design changes for the iPhone SE lineup are said to be reserved for the one that will come out in 2023, so it's too early to discuss that.

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