Microsoft Activision Deal: US FTC Sues to Block $69 Billion Takeover Deal Over Competition Concerns

Microsoft's $69 billion (roughly Rs. 5,66,800 crore) bid to acquire Activision Blizzard, maker of the popular Call of Duty series, hit a roadblock on Thursday after the US FTC sued to block the takeover deal. Brad Smith, the company's president, tweeted on Thursday that the company would fight the FTC to complete the deal.

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Is Apple working towards a single hardware and OS Maybe

A recent report stated that Apple is working on a large 20-inch display that may be used for a future Macbook pro model, according to MacRumors. The report indicates that Apple may feature a 20.25-inch OLED display that will be manufactured by a South Korean component supplier who is yet unknown. On folding, the 20.25-inch screen would turn into a 15.3-inch screen, which makes this device’s display larger than an Apple iPad Pro, but still smaller than the 16-inch Macbook Pro. 

The report says that Apple is working towards a commercial launch around 2026 or 2027, and wants to put it off until all the other devices, such as the Apple iPad and MAC, have been transitioned to OLED displays. At this point, only the top model of the iPhone and Apple Watch have OLED displays. Most other Apple devices are equipped with LCD Panels.

Additionally, the report also says that Apple may be looking to replace the iPad mini with a 10-inch foldable device. There were also speculations that Apple is working towards launching 11-inch and 12.9-inch ‌iPad‌ models that have OLED displays by 2024. 

Is Apple working towards a single OS and hardware?

Creating a giant folding display could be the first step in working towards a single hardware and operating system. With the 20-inch display being a giant tablet for all intents and purposes, other Apple devices such as the iPad and MAC can all be made levering this new technology. Though Apple did say that a folding phone from them is “unlikely”, there have been plenty of rumours stating that the tech giant is working on a foldable smartphone offering of its own.

Apart from Samsung, which basically started the trend, Chinese companies like Oppo have also entered the folding smartphone market, with the Oppo Find N and Oppo Find N2 being examples. Apple’s interest in offering such a product would make complete sense, especially if consumers begin to move towards folding phones.

The report says that Apple is working towards a commercial launch around 2026 or 2027, and wants to put it off until all the other devices, such as the Apple iPad and MAC, have been transitioned to OLED displays. At this point, only the top model of the iPhone and Apple Watch have OLED displays. Most other Apple devices are equipped with LCD Panels.

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Sony announces the launch of the Sony WF-LS900N with ANC

Sony India recently revealed its newest offering - the Sony WF-LS900N. This device leverages the brand’s active noise cancellation technology as well as sensing technology to bring consumers an immersive experience. 

Sony WF-LS900N features

These earbuds are touted as the lightest and smallest earbuds from the brand and they are available in beige, black, and white. They use the brand’s spatial and sensor technology to offer an immersive sound, and the brand claims that they are perfect for AR games. 

The Sony WF-LS900N is said to offer up to 20 hours of battery life. The fast charging capability offers 60 minutes of playback after just 5 minutes of charging. The device uses Swift Pair technology to ensure that Bluetooth pairing happens quickly.

These earbuds can be connected to two Bluetooth devices at the same time so that you can attend phone calls and also watch content on your laptop using the same device. If you happen to pair the earbuds to two smartphones, they can detect which smartphone is ringing and connect to the same. Users just need to tap the button on the earbuds to switch between two paired devices.

The Sony WF-LS900N is a part of the brand’s premium offering and is equipped with ANC technology. The technology ensures that outside noises do not disrupt the audio experience of the user, by making the same hard to hear. This can be particularly handy for people who must make a lot of phone calls as a part of their jobs. 

The brand has stated at the Sony WF-LS900N has been made using recycled materials. The packaging itself is free from plastic, making the whole offering an environmentally-friendly one. 

Sony WF-LS900N price

The Sony WF-LS900N is available for ₹ 16,990. 

Sony has carved a reliable image of itself, thanks to its ANC technology and good build. 

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Xiaomi 13 press renders show off its sleek design

Xiaomi has finally revealed the official launch date of the Xiaomi 13 on its Weibo account, along with releasing promotional images of the device. The brand has confirmed that the smartphone will enter markets on December 11, 2022, at 7 pm (local time) in China. The press renders of the device show what it looks like up close, and here’s everything we know.

Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro design

The Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro have an incredibly similar design, with one main difference: the Xiaomi 13 Pro is expected to be larger than the Xiaomi 13. The Xiaomi 13 is rumoured to have an AMOLED display along with a punch-hole design for the front camera. The Xiaomi 13 Pro, on the other hand, has a curved display that looks slightly larger. The camera module has a square shaped design and houses a dual-LED flash, three camera lenses, and Leica branding. 

The Xiaomi 13 has rounded corners and flat edges. The volume rocker and power key sit on the right side of the body, while the top edge houses the microphone, speakers, and an IR blaster (presumably). The SIM slot, USB-C port, microphone, and speaker grille are all located on the bottom edge of the smartphone. It is believed that the black, white, and green variants of this phone will have a glass back, while the blue variant will have a leather back.

Xiaomi 13 features (rumoured)

It is believed that the Xiaomi 13 will come with a 6.36-inch E6 AMOLED FHD+ display. This display is rumoured to have a 120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone may be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, 512 GB of UFS 4.0 storage, and 12 GB of LPDDR5x RAM. The Xiaomi 13 is rumoured to have a 4500 mAh battery capacity along with support for 67W fast charging. It is also believed to have a 32MP selfie camera, along with a 50MP + 12MP + 10 MP camera setup. 

The launch of the Xiaomi 13 will be accompanied by other product launches. We’ll be seeing the MIUI 14, Xiaomi Buds 4 TWS earbuds, Xiaomi Watch S2 smartwatch, and Mini Host desktop PC hit markets too. 

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PlayStation to Host a Free Online Multiplayer Weekend From December 10 to 11

PlayStation is holding a free online multiplayer weekend, the company confirmed in a tweet. From December 10 to December 11, players will be able to access online multiplayer modes on PS4 and PS5 games, without having to pay for a PS Plus subscription. The lowest tier (Essential) PS Plus subscription costs Rs. 499, and offers free multiplayer access in addition to a m...

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Motorola Moto X40 launch date confirmed Here is when you can buy it

The Motorola Moto X40, which is the official successor to the Motorola Edge X30, will be launching on 15th December, as confirmed by the brand. Rumours about the smartphone indicate that it may be rebranded as the Motorola Edge 40 Pro in markets outside of China. The subsequent global launch will occur sometime in the first quarter of 2023.   Recently, a Motorola smartphone with the XT2301-5 moniker received its TENAA certification, and many speculated that this device could be the  Motorola Moto X40. The smartphone had also received approval from the 3C authorities in China back in October.

Motorola Moto X40 features (rumoured)

The Motorola Moto X40 is rumoured to have a 6.67-inch OLED display that features curved edges. The display will have a 144Hz refresh rate along with a Full HD+ resolution.  We may see the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor under the hood, along with 18GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 512 GB of storage. The smartphone will run on the My UI 5.0-based Android 13 OS out of the box. 

It is also believed that the Motorola Moto X40 will be equipped with a 60MP selfie camera. It may also have a 50MP primary shooter, 50MP ultra-wide lens, and a 12MP telephoto camera.  The battery is rumoured to have a capacity of 4500 mAh for one variant, and 5000 mAh for the other variant. The Motorola Moto X40 may also support up to 125W fast charging capabilities (though it was spotted with a 68W charger at 3C). It is also believed that the smartphone will have an IP68 rating, which means it will be waterproof and dustproof. 

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Tecnos flagship device, the Tecno Phantom X2, is out Heres what to expect

Tecno announced the launch of its new premium product, the Tecno Phantom X2 series and the Megabook S1 as a part of its ‘Beyond the Extraordinary’ theme. The products were announced at the Flagship Product Launch 2022 event in Dubai. 

Speaking about the launch, General Manager Jack Guo said “As the demand for premium experiences grows, we grow too. We continue to challenge the status quo of the industry, with the aim of redefining the high-end experience in an ambitious yet accessible way. One way in which we are achieving this goal is by developing exciting partnerships with other industry leaders, joining hands to bring premium products to our customers around the world,” 

Rami Osman, BD Head of MEA from Mediatek spoke about the upcoming flagship too, saying “The TECNO PHANTOM X2 Series, powered by MediaTek’s flagship Dimensity 9000 chipset, is another milestone for our smartphone flagship family. The Dimensity 9000, built on the 4nm process and running at 3.05GHz, set new benchmarks in terms of power, performance, and energy efficiency. The MediaTek Dimensity 9000 also has a host of innovations in camera and graphics to help make the PHANTOM X2 a superior gaming and multitasking smartphone with immersive experiences for TECNO customers.”

Tecno Phantom X2 (expected specs)

Speakers at the Flagship Product Launch 2022 revealed a few key features of the Tecno Phantom X2. One of the highlights of the smartphone is the new camera technology it employs, which is equipped with a retractable lens that is claimed to produce studio-like images. It will run on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 5G chip. The Phantom X2 series will feature a unibody curved design across all models. The Phantom X2 Pro 5G also comes in an eco-friendly edition which has a back cover that’s made of recycled materials. 

Tecno Megabook S1 laptop (expected specs)

The brand also announced the launch of the TECNO MEGABOOK S1 laptop, however, many of its features were kept under wraps. What we do know is that the laptop will run on a 12th gen Intel® Core i7-1260P processor, which makes it feasible to expect a good performance from the device. The laptop only weighs 1.44 kg and is 13.5-mm thick. 

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