New Covid-19 breathalyser test can detect the virus much quicker than a nasal swab

As the world continues to grapple with the Covid-19 pandemic, researchers at Brown University have now developed a test that could help easily detect Covid-19. The test is a sort of breathalyzer called the Bubbler. Patients have to blow into a tube for about 15 seconds, after which a combination of enzymes then reverse transcribes the RNA into DNA, making it much easier for healthcare workers to detect an infection. The test essentially measures the viral particles through a patient's breath without the need for an invasive nasal swab. In fact, we earlier reported that Researchers have developed a chewing gum that could possibly prevent Covid-19. You can read more about that here. 

We’ve all gone through a nasal swab and know how uncomfortable it can be, so something like this could make detection easier and less traumatic. Measuring the particles in a patient’s breath could also be more meaningful as Covid-19 is generally transmitted through an airborne method. Testing a patient’s breath may also provide more information on issues with the lower respiratory tract, which could lead to more serious symptoms such as pneumonia. William G. Fairbrother, a researcher from Brown University stated, “Involvement of the lower respiratory tract is often a precursor to severe COVID-19, so there is an argument for a more direct sampling focused on the exhaled breath. Such technology could be useful in restoring service to industries such as hotels, cruise ships, and casinos. There is also an epidemiological benefit to routine testing of air at early warning sites such as transportation hubs and hospital emergency departments.”

New Covid-19 test could speed up detection

So, what do you guys think about this new test? Could we actually see a breathalyzer test for Covid-19? If this test does make it to the mass market, we could see it being used in airports and other areas where a ton of people gather. And, even though we’re still going through the pandemic, new innovations like this test could propel us into a brighter, virus-free future. 

Also Read: Researchers have come up with a chewing gum that could potentially reduce and prevent Covid-19 infection

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Xbox Game Pass to Bring 31 Day One Titles to Xbox Consoles, PCs in 2022

Xbox Game Pass is set to add 31 new day one titles in 2022, bringing anticipated titles including Total War: Warhammer 3, Stalker 2: Heart of Chernobyl, Redfall, Starfield, A Plague Tale: Requiem, Slime Rancher 2, Atomic Heart, Hello Neighbor 2, Weird West, and Sniper Elite 5, among others. Many of the games do not have confirmed released dates and will arrive over th...

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Apple, Google Asked by South Korea to Remove Crypto-Based Play-to-Earn Games From App Stores

The South Korean government has taken steps to prevent access to play-to-earn (P2E) games and has demanded that prevailing P2E games be taken down from Apple’s App Store and the Google Play store.

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Vivo V23 Pro pricing and specs tipped ahead of India launch on January 5

Vivo V23 and Vivo V23 Pro are slated to launch on January 5 in India. Ahead of its launch, the pricing and specifications of the V23 Pro have been leaked online. Vivo has been teasing some key features of its upcoming V23 series on social media handles and the official website. So we have an idea of what to expect from the V23 lineup.

According to a tweet by popular tipster Yogesh Brar, Vivo could price the V23 Pro between Rs 37,000-Rs 40,000. The Vivo V21 currently retails starting at Rs 29,999 and the standard V23 is likely to replace the V21 when it launches on January 5 in India. The tipster also revealed some key specifications of the phone, some of which is corroborated by the official Vivo India website. Here’s everything you need to know about the Vivo V23 Pro.

Vivo V23 Pro expected specifications

The Vivo V23 Pro is expected to arrive in two colours: Sunshine Gold and Stardust Black. The Sunshine Gold finish has a layer of AG glass that changes colour when light falls at different angles on the back.

The V23 Pro is expected to feature a 6.56-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display that supports a 90Hz refresh rate and HDR10+. It has a wide notch cutout that houses two selfie cameras.

It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 chip as revealed on Vivo’s website. This will likely be paired with 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 12GB+256GB storage options to choose from. It runs on FunTouch OS based on Android 12.

The V23 Pro has triple cameras on the back headlined by a 108MP camera, an 8MP ultra-wide camera with 120-degree FOV and a 2MP macro camera. On the front, we get a 50MP selfie camera along with an 8MP ultra-wide camera with 105-degree FOV.

Vivo has equipped the V23 Pro with a 4,300mAh battery that supports 44W fast charging out-of-the-box.

Also Read: Digit Zero1 Awards 2021: Best Flagship Smartphone

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Krafton investigating login failure error plaguing BGMI players

Some Battlegrounds Mobile India players are reportedly unable to login and play the game. Thankfully, Krafton is already aware of the issue and is working to fix the problem. According to a post on the company’s official website, some players started experiencing login failure from 9:00pm, December 29. These players faced an error message that stated, ‘Server authentication error, Login failed.’

The developers noted that they are currently working to fix the issue and will inform players of the same as soon as possible. As of 12:05am, December 30, the team was still trying to fix the issue.

As mentioned by Krafton, the issue does not seem to affect all users. So some players should be able to play the same as usual without much hassle. However, those players that are facing the problem have little choice but to sit tight till the problem is resolved. 

Battlegrounds Mobile India: Player data transfer between PUBG Mobile and BGMI

In related news, BGMI players should note that they only have a few days to link their old PUBG Mobile account with their Battlegrounds Mobile India account. By linking accounts, players will be able to transfer all in-game items that they may have purchased in PUBG Mobile. However, players only have a couple of days to link the same. The data transfer feature between PUBG Mobile and Battlegrounds Mobile India will no longer be available after December 31, 2021, 23:59:59 (UTC). This is roughly January 1, 2022, 5:30am IST. Any player that does not link their account will lose all items they purchased or acquired with their previous account. It should be noted that data transfer can only happen if PUBG: Mobile players linked their accounts with Twitter. Those who use guest accounts are out of luck as this means their progress from the previous game will be lost forever and they will have to start all over again. 

Also read: How To Transfer Your PUBG Mobile Account To Battlegrounds Mobile India

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Xiaomi 11i series confirmed to feature MediaTek Dimensity 920 chip ahead of India launch

Xiaomi 11i series is now confirmed to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 920 chipset, ahead of its India launch on January 6. Xiaomi has been teasing some of the key specifications of its upcoming Xiaomi 11i lineup in India and has revealed that the phone(s) support 120W fast charging, making it one of the first phones to arrive with super-fast charging speeds.

As per the latest tweet by Manu Kumar Jain, MD, Xiaomi India, the Xiaomi 11i Hypercharge is confirmed to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 920 chip. The new Xiaomi 11i Hypercharge will be the first phone with Dimensity 920 in India at launch. The Xiaomi 11i lineup could likely consist of two phones: the standard Xiaomi 11i and the Xiaomi 11i Hypercharge, however, it’s unclear if both phones will be powered by the Dimensity 920 SoC.

According to an exclusive report by India Today, the Xiaomi 11i Hypercharge will be priced under Rs 30,000. The Xiaomi 11i lineup is expected to be based on the Redmi Note 11 Pro and Redmi Note 11 Pro+ which launched recently in China. Here’s everything we know about the India launch of the Xiaomi 11i series.

Xiaomi 11i Hypercharge expected specifications

The Xiaomi 11i Hypercharge is confirmed to feature a 120Hz refresh rate display along with support for 120W fast charging. The company has also confirmed the Dimensity 920 chip as the SoC of choice for this phone.

The Xiaomi 11i Hypercharge is expected to feature a 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display that is topped with a layer of Gorilla Glass 5. It could have triple cameras on the back headlined by a 108MP camera followed by an 8MP ultra-wide camera and a 2MP macro camera. There is a 16MP selfie camera on the front as well.

The Xiaomi 11i Hypercharge could come equipped with a 4,500mAh battery that can go from 0-100% in just 15 minutes.

Also Read: Xiaomi 11i Hypercharge will bring 120W fast-charging to India on January 6

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PlayStation Plus Free January Games’ Lineup Includes Persona 5 Strikers, Dirt 5, Deep Rock Galactic

PlayStation Plus games for January 2021 include Persona 5 Strikers, Dirt 5, Deep Rock Galactic. These games will be available starting January 4. Users can also add three bonus PS VR games: The Persistence, The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners – Standard Edition, and Until You Fall until January 3.

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