TicWatch Pro 5 is high-end and up-to-date in specs, but for how long is the concern

Mobvoi has launched the TicWatch Pro 5 in India. It has a round dial, an AMOLED screen, up to 80 hours of battery life, and claims to offer “the latest version of Wear OS”. However, we are still concerned. Here is why.

TicWatch Pro 5 Wear OS update situation

TicWatch Pro 5 boots Wear OS 3.5 and claims to have the latest Wear OS by Google. Well, Google recently launched the Wear OS 4 at the IO 2023 event. 

Previous TicWatch owners know the company hasn’t been timely regarding software updates. For instance, here’s what Mobvoi said recently about the software situation for TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra, TicWatch Pro 3 and TicWatch E3:

Mobvoi note from Wear OS update by u/kevyn124 in WearOS

So, our concern is whether because of a similar “proprietary architectural setup,” the TicWatch Pro 5 would also suffer a slow update schedule. 

What else TicWatch Pro 5 brings to your wrist?

Go beyond the limits with the @Mobvoi_Official TicWatch Pro 5! - Powered with #WearOS & #Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 - Rotating Crown - Compass, Barometer and Multi-GNSS - 80hrs Battery Life & Fast Charge#TicWatch Pro 5 is powerful, inside and out.https://t.co/snFxmjc4sA pic.twitter.com/uno54o4kTM

— Wear OS by Google (@WearOSbyGoogle) May 25, 2023

TicWatch Pro 5 runs on the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 chipset coupled with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage. There is a 628mAh battery that is rated to run for 80 hours (standby time) between charges. You get fast charging support that claims to fill 65 percent in 30 minutes. 

On the front, it has a 1.43-inch AMOLED screen with 466x466 pixel resolution, an always-on mode, an ultra-low-power mode, and Gorilla Glass protection. The watch comes with a silicone strap.

The world's first and leading smartwatch combines Snapdragon® W5+ Gen1 wearable platform and Wear OS by Google. The next-level processing power enables seamless connectivity, lightning-fast responsiveness and extreme power efficiency. pic.twitter.com/4kTShAGruA

— Mobvoi_Official (@Mobvoi_Official) May 25, 2023

If you are concerned about its durability, know that there is support for 5ATM water resistance and it has a MIL-STD-810H endurance rating.

As for health and fitness features, you are getting a PPG heart rate sensor, SpO2 reader, sleep tracking, skin temperature sensor, and a single-tap check of 5 health metrics. Among other things, the watch also brings a rotating crown, barometer, more than 100 sports modes, etc.

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Garmin Instinct 2X Solar launched to lure Apple fans and heres why it may be successful

Garmin Instinct 2X Solar and Garmin Instinct 2X Solar Tactical Edition are now available in India. These are incremental upgrades to the Instinct 2 Solar models that launched last year. However, people are likely to appreciate them. Even Apple fans!

Let’s see what are these new features of the Instinct 2X Solar series:

What are the new features of Garmin Instinct 2X Solar?

Garmin Instinct 2X Solar has a bigger 1.1-inch screen with a 176x176 pixel resolution. The display has a “two-window design” that includes 2 non-touch, monochrome, memory-in-pixel (MIP) layers.  The on-screen elements should appear clearer. 

The screen sits in an apparently more durable case since the watch is MIL-STD-810-rated for "thermal, shock and water resistance."

The Instinct 2X Solar must be more accurate in navigational tracking since it supports the ability to lock into multiple satellite systems at a time. So, even if there are some form of signal jammers or barriers, it should be able to catch a GPS frequency more quickly.

There is also a gyroscope in the mix that promises "improved swim feature performance, improved rep counting (gym activities), and improved distance and direction calculations when GPS is off (when using UltraTrac mode)."

The onboard storage is also up to 64 gigs while the predecessor has only 32GB.

Garmin Instinct 2X Solar features

Unleash the explorer within and experience a level of excitement like never before! Time to unleash your inner explorer and soar to new heights with #Instinct2X. For More info, visit: https://t.co/ah6V0zPmua . .#Garmin #GarminIndia #BeatYesterdayIndia #TrustYourInstinct pic.twitter.com/hgjrP65ycj

— Garmin India (@Garmin_India) May 26, 2023

Well, solar-based charging support is the key highlight of this watch. It’s given in the name, after all. 

You also get 10ATM water resistance, up to 40-day battery life in smartwatch mode or up to 60 hours in GPS mode, real-time notifications from the connected phone, built-in GPS connectivity, JumpMaster mode for skydivers, and trackers for heart rate, pulse oximeter, sleep, and women's health.

Now, hardcore fitness enthusiasts would know the credibility that Garmin offers. If you expect the same, then these new features are likely to attract you, even if you are from the Apple club.

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Realmes Shahrukh Khan deal, plus 5 Indian celebrities that helped sell phones

Following teasers, Realme declared that it had chosen Bollywood star Shahrukh Khan as its new brand ambassador in advance of the June release of its Realme 11 Pro series phones. In case you didn’t know, realme introduced these cellphones in China in May 2023 and has since obtained numerous certifications, including those from the FCC, TDRA, and other organisations. 

These certifications demonstrated that the Realme 11 Pro 5G series smartphones might be the same in both global as well as Chinese markets. The series can be expected to arrive in India by the end of June. 

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Previously, Salman Khan was chosen by the phone company to serve as the brand mascot for their Realme 6 series in 2020 and KL Rahul was chosen in 2021.

The actor Shahrukh Khan stated, “The brand’s unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries aligns perfectly with my own pursuit of excellence. Together, we aim to ignite innovation and fuel the growth of Realme globally,” when talking about the collaboration. Before Realme, Shahrukh Khan was the brand ambassador for Nokia in 2007 and Apple in 2017. Apart from Khan, currently there have been a lot of stars who have been appointed as the brand ambassador for smartphone brands, so check out our list below.

Samsung - Alia Bhatt partnership

Alia Bhatt was appointed the brand ambassador for Samsung in 2021 for their premium Samsung Galaxy foldable devices namely; Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3. The smartphones showcased class and premium style and that was their campaign which featured the star. Alia Bhat is considered one of the most popular actresses currently and has a following of 77.4 million fans on Instagram, establishing a prominent reach on social media. 

OnePlus - Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput Kapoor

Shahid Kapoor along with his better half Mira Rajput Kapoor were made the brand ambassadors for smartphone company OnePlus, most recently for their TV campaign in 2022. The OnePlus brand capitalised on the popularity of the couple for their smartphone and television campaigns in the past.

Vivo - Virat Kholi

Virat Kholi, a celebrated Indian cricketer, partnered with smartphone brand Vivo. And even though he’s not from the Bollywood industry, Virat Kohli’s celebrity status is cemented on the cricket field and in the hearts of millions of Indians.

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He has an influential fan following in the country which is quite evident with his 250M followers on Instagram. He ranks as the third most followed athlete in the world next to Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.

Tecno - Ayushmann Khurrana 

Ayushmann Khurrana has been recently appointed as the Tecno brand ambassador and the Chinese company aims at targeting the mass audience with the actor’s vast reach of influence. Khurrana has been coming out with multiple movies addressing and inkling towards social issues which has created a buzz for the actor’s work.   

Xiaomi’s Redmi - Pankaj Tripathi 

Pankaj Tripathi was appointed as the new brand ambassador for Xiaomi’s Redmi series of phones. The actor has gained popularity amongst the Indian audiences for his endearing performances as a native Indian character and Xiaomi’s Redmi is known to cater to the budget-friendly category of smartphones. The brand has tried to draw parallels between the essence of the actor’s career trajectory and the brand’s overall value for money appeal.     

Poco - Hardik Pandya

Hardik Pandya had been appointed as the brand ambassador for Poco at the starting of this year. Pandya has achieved a daredevil persona in the eyes of the Indian audience with IPL popularity and the mass appeal to audience with his on field demeanour. The cricketer has gained popularity in the last few years and can hold influence on a sub-group of audience which the smartphone brand also taps into.  

An important point to ponder on is how do the superstar brand ambassadors help contribute to the sales of the latest smartphone launches, and are they actually impactful? The answer here is quite easy, of course! They do draw a lot of attention to a brand when they are associated with the company which inadvertently adds value to the brand. With the brand ‘Shahrukh Khan’ being associated with Realme, it no longer can be seen as just another smartphone brand range and that is the essence of ‘starpower’, adding brand value. What are your thoughts about this association between celebrities and brands? Let us know at editor@digit.in

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Deal alert: iPhone 13 at just 25,900 on Flipkart, over 36,000 cheaper

Are you looking forward to purchasing a new iPhone but have been waiting for a good deal? Well, we have good news. The flagship iPhone 13 can be yours at almost ₹25,000, believe it or not! 

That’s right, and we checked: after a reduction of ₹36,099, the Apple iPhone 13 is being offered on Flipkart for just  ₹25,900. 

The iPhone 13 will soon be a two-year-old flagship from Apple, yet it is still competitive with the majority of high-end smartphones on the market. Due to the Apple iPhone 14's dearth of new features, many people continue to view the Apple iPhone 13 as the true flagship. 

The Apple iPhone 13 popularised the diagonal rear camera design, which the company has continued to use. If you want to purchase a high-end flagship handset but have a limited budget, the Apple iPhone 13 is unquestionably one of the finest options. 

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Recall that the initial price of the Apple iPhone 13—which was released in 2021 alongside the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and mini—was ₹79,900. Apple iPhone 13 models with 256GB and 512GB of storage are now available for ₹79,900 and ₹99,900, respectively. The Apple iPhone 13 is currently on Flipkart for ₹25,900 after being discounted by ₹36,099, nevertheless.

After a discount of ₹7,901, the Apple iPhone 13 is advertised on Flipkart for ₹61,999. Additionally, customers can receive 5% cashback when using a Flipkart Axis Bank card. The price of the Apple iPhone 13 now stands at ₹58,900. 

In addition, purchasers can receive a discount of up to ₹33,000 in exchange for an outdated smartphone. Customers may purchase the Apple iPhone 13 from Flipkart for about ₹25,900 after all promotions and bank discounts.

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iPhone 13 deal thoughts

If you want to purchase a premium Apple iPhone on a tight budget, the Apple iPhone 13 can be a wise choice because it has very similar specifications to the Apple iPhone 14 at a considerably lesser price. For more details about the features, you can check out our iPhone 13 review. 

So what do you think about this iPhone 13 discount deal on Flipkart? Will you think of buying it? If not, send it to at least one friend of yours who wishes they could afford an iPhone but can’t, this is a great opportunity for them to fulfil their dream of owning an iPhone 13.

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WhatsApp will let you set username: Will this improve your privacy

WhatsApp has been continuously rolling out features both for Android as well as iOS version, and now this username feature will allow WhatsApp users to select a username for their profile. 

Just the way we can select usernames for social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter or Snapchat, the same way now there will be a username for WhatsApp users as well.

The WhatsApp username feature is still under development, and it hasn't even been rolled out to beta users right now. The WhatsApp Android Beta 2.23.11.15 which has been recently released will have this feature eventually. Once it has been tested, it will then be rolled out to other users. 

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WABetainfo has released an image of what usernames in WhatsApp might look like. Every username has to be unique, which means no two people can have the same username on WhatsApp. So, let's look into how you can set your username on WhatsApp. 

How to set up a username on WhatsApp?

First when you open WhatsApp, you can see the three dots menu on the top right corner. Tap on that and then the drop down menu will appear. From the drop down menu, tap on Settings. 

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After you reach settings, then go to profile. In profile you'll get to see profile picture, then name and then username. That is where you can enter your WhatsApp username.

How will the WhatsApp username feature work? 

WABetaInfo has shared the image but it isn't clear yet how the username feature on WhatsApp will work. WhatsApp may allow users to communicate using the username instead of revealing their real names for privacy concerns. But, again you can only reach out to someone on WhatsApp, if you have their number. So, privacy concerns don’t really cut it. 

Let’s hope for some more clarity on WhatsApp soon as it releases the username feature to users worldwide.

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Hours before launch, BGMI error code 1 frustrating eager gamers like crazy

With BGMI set to drop in on the Google PlayStore on May 27, marking its return to India, gamers who had access to the game or had installed it before the ban are now getting a mysterious error code - “Error Code: Restriction-Area”. 

Right before the game’s official launch in the country, the servers seem to have been taken down. This could mean a multitude of things. However, before we get into all the details, here’s a brief look at all that has happened so far. 

Error Code: Restriction-Area will disappear after official BGMI game launch

One of the most popular battle-royale games in India when it was active, Battlegrounds Mobile India, ran on the famous PUBG: Mobile DNA. The game borrowed heavily from the title it had replaced in India, before being banned in the country itself.

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After a long-drawn battle with the authorities, BGMI has finally managed to make inroads into India, much to the joy of the fans and the professional players alike.

However, right before the return of the game, the players are being served an error code, as prefaced in the intro of the article. The warning explaining the error code reads – “Server is busy, please try again later”. 

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Given that the launch of the game is literally hours away, I can safely guess that Krafton is getting its servers ready for the massive influx of players that they are going to get upon launch.

This is a very normal operating procedure followed by developers of games before and after the launch of the game. And, given that many of the players in India, who had access to the game through means that necessarily aren’t the most legitimate, KRAFTON would also need to do some cleaning to ensure that the players who’ll sign up at the time of relaunch have a seamless experience.

BGMI will be available on the Google PlayStore for download starting May 27. Are you looking forward to try the game out? Or have you already started playing the game? Let us know in the comments below.

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Wait is over: BGMI game update to hit Google Play Store on this day, are you happy

Krafton has been dropping tantalising hints about the various upgrades in the BGMI game – however, the game has still not gone live on the virtual stores for everyone to download and get gaming once again. 

New and improved BGMI game has been speculated to hit the online platform on May 27, as tipped by Ankit Kumar "AnkiiiBOT" Pandey a BGMI gamer in his stream. Recently, a gamer in their Youtube stream mentioned that the developers have updated the description of the game and the new changes that can be expected from the game. The Youtuber then took to a social media post with the description. 

Not long to go before we find out if the May 27 launch date for BGMI game is actually true, where the game can finally be accessed and downloaded by every single Indian gamer who wants to play it without any issues or glitches. We just have to wait for one more day to see if the new and improved BGMI app is visible for everyone in Google Play Store.

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BGMI updates by Krafton

For the uninitiated gamer, Battlegrounds Mobile India or BGMI is a new battle royale game where multiple players employ strategies to fight and be the last man standing on the battlegrounds. A free-to-play, multiplayer experience, in BGMI, players can battle it out in diverse game modes which can be squad-based or solo.

BGMI uses Unreal Engine 4 to create various maps with different terrains in a virtual world, complete with 3D sound for a fully immersive mobile gaming experience. It allows you to choose the map and mode you prefer to play, and airdrops you into the thick of action. The game will be releasing the 2.6 update which will explore multiple updates in regard to the vehicles, maps, weapons, multiplayer mode and penalties. The BGMI community is soon to have a lavish “chicken dinner”.

The game features regular monthly content updates and high-quality partnerships, ensuring there's always something new to explore in this battle royale game.

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BGMI Game Requirements

OS: Android 4.3 or above and iPhone 6s and succeeding devices and devices running iOS 9.0 and above.

Storage: 1.5 GB RAM

Permissions: Photos, Media, Files, Device and App History, Microphone, Wi-Fi Connection Information, Storage and Bluetooth with connectivity settings.

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