The new Tata Sky 300Mbps Fixed GB plan is live on the company site. It is currently available for subscription in Bengaluru, Chennai, Greater Noida, Gurgaon, Mumbai, New Delhi, Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune, and Thane. The Fixed GB broadband plan, as mentioned, is priced at Rs. 1,470 per month. It comes with data rollover option along with a free router. Free installation is...
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Monday, August 31, 2020
Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Active Noise Cancelling Headphones to Launch in India on September 18
After the global unveil in August, Sony is set to launch the flagship WH-1000XM4 wireless active noise cancellation headphones in India on September 18. A teaser confirms that the headphones will be available on Amazon.
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Poco X3 NFC Set to Launch on September 7: All Details
Poco X3 NFC will be launched on September 7, and the live stream of the launch event can be watched via Twitter, YouTube and Facebook, the company has announced. The Poco X3 NFC sports a 64-megapixel primary camera.
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Amazon Wins US FAA Approval to Deliver Packages by Drone
The US Federal Aviation Administration said Monday it had granted Amazon approval to deliver packages by drones.
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Motorola Razr 2: Everything we know right now (Update: New battery details)
Update: September 1, 2020 (01:30 AM ET): We’ve updated our Motorola Razr 2 rumor hub to include new details of the foldable’s dimensions, weight, and battery size. Read on for more!
Original article: May 20, 2020 (10 AM ET): The Motorola Razr reboot captured the imagination of many consumers upon its unveiling last year. The phone was a modern, foldable take on the original Razr flip phone of the 2000s.
Unfortunately, the reboot didn’t enjoy a fantastic critical or commercial reception. That isn’t stopping the company from releasing a follow-up though. From specs and design to availability, here are all the major Motorola Razr 2 rumors in one place.
When is the Motorola Razr 2 launching?
We first got word of the new Razr in early June, when a Lenovo South Africa executive told the Reframed podcast that a “second-generation” Razr was coming. More specifically, the representative said the new foldable phone was supposed to launch around September.
On August 12, Motorola finally teased the Razr 2’s announcement date as September 9, 2020. While not mentioning the Razr by name, the virtual event will “flip the smartphone experience once again,” so it’s safe to assume the launch will include the company’s foldable successor.
Motorola Razr 2 design rumors
The new foldable phone is expected to offer the same basic form factor as the previous model, so that means a clamshell design with a foldable internal screen and a smaller (non-folding) external display.
However, XDA-Developers reports that the screens will be the same size as the original phone’s displays. That means a 6.2-inch foldable display and a 2.7-inch external screen. Either way, the latter is shaping up to be bigger than the Galaxy Z Flip‘s tiny ticker display.
Meanwhile, display industry insider Ross Young tweeted that the Motorola Razr 2’s screens will both be bigger than the first-generation model. Check out the tweet below.
The Motorola Razr 2 screen size will increase to the same size as the Galaxy Z Flip, 6.7”. The front display will also increase in size.
— Ross Young (@DSCCRoss) June 3, 2020
Nevertheless, here’s hoping the internal screen is more durable than the first Razr. We’d also like to see Motorola bring more features to the external display.
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On July 27, leaker Evan Blass added an image to his Patreon detailing potential design tweaks on the upcoming foldable. Dubbed “Odyssey,” the foldable’s external screen remains but boasts a smaller chin with no visible signs of a fingerprint sensor.
Blass added a GIF to his Twitter account on August 22, showing off a 360 degree view of the Motorola Razr 2. You can check it out below.
The 360 view shows off the main display, the external screen, as well as the rear camera and what appears to be a fingerprint scanner embedded in the rear Moto logo. The latter would be a return to a years-long tradition for the brand, as it’s used a scanner embedded in the logo in quite a few phones before.
It seems the Razr 2 may be lighter than its predecessor judging by a leak from Ishan Agarwal. The tipster tweeted on August 31 that the Razr 2 may weigh in at 190g with dimensions listed as 168.5 x 72.5 x 8mm. As for the colorway, it will reportedly bear the name of Polished Graphite.
Motorola Razr 2 rumored specs
The original Razr offered an upper mid-range Snapdragon 710 chipset that was actually quite old by the time the phone went on sale. In fact, the processor first appeared in phones back in 2018 and was succeeded by the Snapdragon 730 series in mid-2019.
Now, this wouldn’t be a big deal if the Razr was reasonably priced for a foldable, but the phone was extremely expensive upon launch. So critics were understandably annoyed at this. Toss in 6GB of RAM, 128GB of non-expandable storage, a single 16MP main camera, 5MP selfie camera, and a tiny 2,510mAh battery, and you’ve got a phone that seems more like a mid-ranger at best.
XDA-Developers managed to obtain some Razr 2 specs though, and it seems like we’ve got a somewhat improved phone overall. The new device is said to offer a Snapdragon 765 chipset with 5G, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage, and a still small 2,845mAh battery. Furthermore, it’s believed that we’ve got a 48MP main camera and a 20MP selfie shooter this time.
More specs leaked on July 2 via Evan Blass, which largely corroborates XDA-Developers‘ initial leak. Blass’ information includes mention of a Nano-SIM and eSIM combo, with a colorway dubbed Mercury Silver. Again, a 20MP selfie camera and 48MP primary camera are also listed.
Certification documents from TUV Rheinland (via MySmartPrice) on August 17 shed light on the possible battery configuration of the Razr 2. The listing suggests the phone could arrive in as many as four variants, but it’s not clear what differentiates these devices.
motorola razr 5G seems like a good upgrade over the #motorolarazr… It’s getting SD765G 5G Chipset with 48MP Main Camera & 20MP Front Camera. Battery has been upgraded to 2,800 mAH.
It’s lighter now, 190g. 168.5×72.5x8mm are the new dimensions. Thoughts? #motorola #razr5g pic.twitter.com/Da8jhNJD2t
— Ishan Agarwal (@ishanagarwal24) August 31, 2020
Ishan Agarwal’s August 31 leak also shed light on the Razr 2’s cameras, battery, and chipset. Agarwal corroborates earlier reports of the Razr 2’s 48MP rear camera and 20MP selfie camera, including the use of the Snapdragon 765G chipset. Notably, he does mention a larger battery in line with earlier reports, quoted as 2,800mAh.
What to expect in terms of pricing?
The original Razr launched at an eye-watering $1,500, which wasn’t great when you consider the actual spec sheet. Making matters worse was the fact that the cheaper Samsung Galaxy Z Flip seemed to offer better build quality too and overall specs too.
The high price may have contributed to disappointing sales, with Verizon offering a two-for-one Razr deal a couple of months after its initial release.
There’s no word on the Motorola Razr 2 price, but you can bet that the firm doesn’t want to have to resort to a two-for-one deal again in order to shift units. And with foldable phone production expected to drop in price over time, here’s hoping we see a price drop compared to the original Razr.
Availability is another big question mark, as the first model was released in Europe, India, the UK, and the US. Unfortunately, this was a carrier exclusive in the latter two markets (EE and Verizon respectively). There’s no official word on carrier exclusivity, but evidence shared by Evan Blass suggests the Razr 2 could also work with AT&T. It’s not clear if this means there will also be an unlocked model, but it would seem silly for Motorola to have two exclusive deals and not offer an unlocked option.
That’s it for our Motorola Razr 2 rumor rundown. Be sure to check back regularly as we update this page! In the meantime, you can check out more noteworthy articles below.
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Motorola One 5G With Snapdragon 765G, Quad Rear Cameras, 90Hz Refresh Rate Launched: Price, Specifications
Motorola One 5G has been announced in the US. It comes with the Snapdragon 765G SoC giving it 5G support, and a quad rear camera setup. It also has a 90Hz refresh rate screen.
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OnePlus Nord Starts Receiving OxygenOS 10.5.6 Update With Bluetooth Connection Stability Issue Fix
OnePlus Nord is now receiving the OxygenOS 10.5.6 update in India and it brings the anticipated fix for the Bluetooth connection stability issue. Some users recently reported of facing Bluetooth issues where the phone automatically disconnects from the paired device after a few minutes.
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Facebook Partners With External Researchers to Study Its Impact During US Election
Facebook said on Monday it is partnering with external researchers to examine the impact of the social media site on society during the 2020 US presidential election.
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Zoom Rides Pandemic to Another Quarter of Explosive Growth
Zoom’s videoconferencing service is deepening its integral role in life during the pandemic as tens of thousands more businesses and other users pay for subscriptions to get more control over their virtual meetings.
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Samsung Galaxy M51 India Launch Set for September 10: Expected Price, Specifications
Samsung Galaxy M51 is set to launch in India on September 10, Amazon revealed through a microsite. The new development comes just a day after Samsung launched the Galaxy M51 as its latest Galaxy M-series phone in Germany.
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Disney+ Hotstar September 2020: IPL, The Simpsons, LeBron James’ Becoming, and More
IPL 2020, The Simpsons season 32, LeBron James’ Becoming, Premier League, US Open, The Third Day, Secret Society of Second-Born Royals, Filthy Rich — the biggest movies, TV shows, and sporting events on Disney+ Hotstar in September 2020.
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10 best Instagram Story apps for Android
Instagram’s Story feature is one of the most popular on the site. It’s mostly for daily updates and stuff you wouldn’t generally post on your profile. However, many use the platform as a performance art platform and Stories get really fun on occasion. Some people do comedy bits, others make super artsy posts, and it evolved into much more than intended. That means there are actually a bunch of tools for Stories for folks who want to do more with it. Here are the best Instagram Story apps for Android.
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These apps might help you make fun Instagram Stories too:
Adobe apps
Price: Free / Varies
Adobe has some of the most popular apps for creative folks and this is no different. Those on mobile have Adobe Premiere Rush, Adobe Lightroom, a social media-centric version of Photoshop, and a few other tools to make some neat stuff for Instagram Stories. Those with desktops can use the more powerful tools (Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, After Effects) to do some neat stuff as well. The mobile apps are generally cheaper and many of them are free to use in many cases. The desktop variants can go for as much as $53.99 per month if you get the full subscription. In any case, whether it’s photo or video, Adobe probably has an app for it and Adobe apps are among the most powerful in this space. It’s kind of an obvious recommendation.
InShot
Price: Free / Varies
InShot is a developer on Google Play and has a few popular Instagram Story apps. The three main apps that you might try is the Story Saver app along with the photo editor and the video editor (separate apps). The first one is rather self explanatory. It lets you download other people’s Stories as well as IGTV content. The other two are also fairly self explanatory. The photo and video editors let you edit your photos and videos to ready them for Instagram. All three apps have the occasional bug, but they are otherwise quite functional.
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KineMaster
Price: Free / $3.99 per month / $22.99 per year
KineMaster is a mobile video editor and one of the best. The app has a lot of desirable features, including multi-layer video editing, images, stickers, special effects, support for text, support for music, and more. The app even exports in 4K at 30FPS if your device can handle the export process. In general, Instagram Stories don’t really require too much video editing so something like this to throw together a little sketch or shave off some useless video at the beginning or end is perfectly functional.
LightX Photo Editor
Price: Free / $2.99 per month / $14.99 per year / $34.99 once
LightX Photo Editor is an excellent alternative to Adobe Lightroom for mobile photo editing. It has a lot of the basic tools such as contrast, exposure, brightness, hue, saturation etc. It also comes with teeth whitening, background blurring, and a range of filters for a neat look. Finally, the app can do some really fun stuff like remove the background from your image or merge two photos together. This is a great app for people who enjoy using photos on their Instagram Stories.
Mojo
Price: Free / $9.99 per month / $39.99 per year
Mojo is one of several somewhat decent Instagram Story apps. It has a variety of animation templates. You simply plug in your own stuff and the app makes a short video montage of the things you put in it. The app contains over 50 templates along with more than 50 text styles. You can edit templates as well for more customization. The price is rather extravagant so we don’t really recommend it unless you really like the app. Also, we hope it finishes porting all of the iOS features sooner rather than later.
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Snapseed
Price: Free
Snapseed is a photo editor by Google and it’s one of the best. It doesn’t have a ton of super unique features, but it does the basics with rock solid efficiency. The app includes 29 tools and filters, including a fake HDR mode, support for RAW photos, and an auto-adjuster tool to make images pop a bit more. You can do some really good stuff with this and the feature list is impressive considering its very free price tag.
Story Editor
Price: Free with in-app purchases
Story Editor by cerdillac is a decent and serviceable Instagram Story editor. The app contains over 200 story templates along with some filters, a collage maker, text support, and even some minor photo editing functions like background blur. The app is otherwise fairly self explanatory. You add various things into it, use the templates and filters to generate a desired effect, and then publish it to Instagram. There are a bunch of free templates in the app, but you can buy more stuff via in-app purchases (generally at $1.99 for each package).
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Story Maker
Price: Free
Story Maker by Gonga Dev is a decent free Instagram Story editor. The app has over 300 templates spread out across several categories for easier browsing. In addition, there are over 100 text fonts, support for both photo and video, and support for other apps such as Snapchat, Whatsapp, and others. It works the same as most of the other options in this space so it’s pretty simple for most folks. This one is entirely free with ads and people don’t seem to mind the ads much.
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StoryArt
Price: Free / $2.99 per month / $9.99 per year / $19.99 once / Varies
StoryArt is another big story editor with some decent functionality. This one boasts over 2,000 templates, although many of them are pretty simple. The app also features some basic photo and video editing along with the usual array of photos, stickers, and text support. You can even design some little logos to make your Instagram Stories look good on your profile. The subscription is cheaper than most competitors or you can pay for it a single time. There are also in-app purchase packages in case you only want certain things.
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StoryLab
Price: Free / $2.99 per month / $8.99 per year / $9.99 once
StoryLab is an Instagram Story editor with some fun tricks. It supports over 700 Instagram Story templates and you can lightly customize most of them. It also supports 9:16 along with 1:1 so you can make Stories in a couple of different ways. The app also supports both photo and video along with some effect brushes that let you do some neat stuff like Kirakira and other popular effects. This one is also on the cheaper side in terms of subscriptions and even its single price is less than many competitors.
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Jio Fiber Plans Revamped, Now Start at Rs. 399; 30-Day Free Trial Introduced as Well
Jio has revamped its Jio Fiber broadband plans to make the service more enticing for the customers. Additionally, the telecoms giant has announced a new ‘no-condition 30-day free trial’ offer for new customers.
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WhatsApp Working on New Feature to Allow Different Wallpapers in Chats for Android Users: Report
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new Wallpaper feature that will allow users to choose different backgrounds for different chats, based on the theme used in the app.
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You can now watch select Netflix originals for free without a subscription
- You can now watch select Netflix titles for free without subscribing.
- You’ll be able to watch movies in full, but only the first episode of a TV series.
- The free Netflix access is available on desktop and Android.
Netflix is now offering free access to some of its best TV shows and movies for a limited time. The streaming service tod Gadgets360 that the move is part of a promotional campaign to attract new subscribers.
The free Netflix TV shows and movies available to preview without a subscription include popular titles like Strangers Things, Bird Box, Grace and Frankie, Murder Mystery, Two Popes, and more. You’ll be able to watch movies in full with this free Netflix access offer, but only the first episode is available for TV shows.
In terms of devices, the free Netflix access is available on Windows and Mac desktops, as well as browsers on Android. Sadly, you won’t be able to watch the free titles from an iOS device or a browser on your smart TVs.
You can head to this link to start watching select Netflix content for free from anywhere in the world. You won’t have to sign-up or register — just press play to start streaming.
Looking for streaming options other than Netflix? Check out our list of the best streaming services and Netflix alternatives.
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PUBG Mobile to Get Revamped Erangel Map on September 8, Developers Confirm
PUBG Mobile has announced through its official Twitter account that “New Erangel” will be coming to the game on September 8, as part of the new era announcement. Along with confirming the new Erangel map, the account also revealed “The Dawn of a New Era” community event.
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Looks like Xiaomi’s budget smartwatch is all set to step out of China
- Xiaomi could soon launch the Mi Band 5 and Mi Band Revolve in India.
- The two wearables might be targeted at the budget fitness tracker segment.
Xiaomi could soon launch two new wearables in India. According to 91Mobiles (via tipster Ishan Agarwal), the company is all set to launch the Mi Watch Revolve and Mi Band 5 in the country.
When (and if) it launches, the Mi Watch Revolve will be Xiaomi’s first smartwatch in India. It’s believed to be a rebranded Mi Watch Color that’s already out in China. The smartwatch was also previously spotted in the Mi Watch App with the same design as its Chinese counterpart.
The rounded Mi Watch Color is a cheaper alternative to Xiaomi’s Apple Watch lookalike — the Mi Watch. It’s also more akin to a fitness watch than a full-featured smartwatch in that it doesn’t make/receive phone calls or support third-party apps. It does, however, get a host of fitness tracking features and boasts 14-day battery life. It also features an AMOLED display, NFC (at least in China), 5ATM water resistance, and Bluetooth 5.0.
As for the Mi Band 5, we’ve already seen the fitness tracker launch globally. We don’t expect any changes to its specs when it comes to India, except for the removal of NFC, SpO2 tracking, and a voice assistant. Xiaomi doesn’t offer these features in the global variant of the fitness band, so it won’t be wrong to assume that the India model also lacks them. However, Xiaomi launched the Mi Pay digital payments platform in India last year, so there is a reason for it add NFC to the Indian model of the Mi Band 5.
Mi Watch Revolve and Mi Band 5 India price
According to 91Mobiles, the Mi Watch Revolve will be available in Chrome Silver and Midnight Black colorways in India. Xiaomi launched the Mi Watch Color in China for 799 yuan (~$112). However, its price has since dropped to 599 yuan (~$84). If the Mi Watch Revolve is indeed a rebranded Mi Watch Color, customers in India can expect to pay around Rs 6,500 for it.
The Mi Band 5 retails for 189 yuan (~$27) in China, but Xiaomi pricing in India tends to be a little higher than in its home market. So expect an Indian price slightly higher than a direct currency conversion of Rs 2,026 would suggest.
There’s no word on an exact release date for the two wearables. We’ll update this article when we know more.
Also read: Mi Band 5 review: Taking the fight to Fitbit
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Tenet Full Movie Leaked on Torrent Sites, Piracy Networks
Tenet — Christopher Nolan’s epic time-bending espionage movie — has seemingly leaked onto torrent sites and other networks that enable piracy, in multiple differing versions of quality.
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Samsung Galaxy M51 With 7,000mAh Battery, Quad Rear Cameras Launched: Price, Specifications
Samsung Galaxy M51 has been launched in Germany, and is currency available for pre-orders on the company website. According to the website, the Samsung Galaxy M51 features a quad rear camera setup, a hole-punch display, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
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Nokia 3.4 Alleged Render Leaks Ahead of Launch, Shows Circular Rear Camera Module
Nokia 3.4 alleged render has been leaked by a tipster, suggesting that the phone may feature a circular camera module and a hole-punch screen design.
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Samsung Galaxy M51 is now official: Expect endurance for days
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- Samsung has quietly listed the Galaxy M51 for pre-order in Europe.
- The phone is listed at €360 (~$428) for a 6GB/128GB variant.
- It also offers a 7,000mAh battery, which is bigger than the Galaxy S20 Ultra.
We’ve seen plenty of leaks related to the Samsung Galaxy M51 in recent weeks, painting the picture of a phone with a massive battery. Now, the Korean company has quietly launched the phone in Europe, so what should you expect?
The new phone indeed delivers a 7,000mAh battery, making it quite possibly the biggest battery in a phone from a major manufacturer in 2020. It’s certainly much bigger than all Samsung’s flagships released in 2020. We’re expecting two to three days of usage from this phone as a result, although we’d need to put this to the test in a review. The phone packs 25W charging too, although we don’t have specific charging times on hand.
A prior leak pointed to a pretty capable Snapdragon 730 processor but Samsung’s website merely states that the Galaxy M51 has an unnamed octa-core processor. Nevertheless, you’re also getting 6GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage.
Read: The best Samsung phones worth buying in 2020
The new phone seems to be well-equipped in the camera field too, featuring a quad rear camera setup. This comprises a 64MP main camera, a 12MP ultra-wide shooter (123 degrees), a 5MP macro sensor, and a 5MP depth lens. Selfies are handled by a 32MP sensor in a center-mounted punch-hole cutout.
Otherwise, you can expect a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED screen (presumably FHD+), side-mounted fingerprint scanner, and a 3.5mm port.
The Samsung Galaxy M51 is available for pre-order in Europe via Samsung’s website for €360 (~$428). Users can also choose between black and white colorways. You can check out the product listing via the button below.
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Sunday, August 30, 2020
Tecno Spark Go 2020 to Launch in India Tuesday, Flipkart Availability Confirmed
Tecno Spark Go 2020 is set to launch in India on September 1. The phone is already being teased on Flipkart via a dedicated page, confirming availability on the e-commerce site. The Tecno Spark Go 2020 is teased to come with a large battery and a 6.52-inch display with a waterdrop-style notch.
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Realme 7 Surfaces in Alleged Unboxing Video Ahead of Official Launch, Design and Specifications Tipped
Realme 7 has allegedly been spotted in an unboxing video that has since been taken down. Screenshots from the video were captured by a tipster and shared on Twitter, showing an 8GB + 128GB variant of the phone in a blue-ish colour.
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Edict by Boat Affordable Audio Products Launched on Amazon India, Priced Starting Rs. 299
Boat has launched a new sub-brand for audio products - Edict by Boat - to be sold via Amazon. The product range is affordably priced, starting at Rs. 299 for the wired earphones.
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Redmi K30 5G Model May Launch in India, Storage and Colour Variants Tipped
Redmi K30 5G may be launched in India, according to a report. Citing a tipster, the report claims that the smartphone could be offered in Frost White and Mist Purple colours in the country.
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Chadwick Boseman: Last Post From Black Panther Star's Twitter Account Becomes Most-Liked Tweet Ever
The last tweet posted from late actor Chadwick Boseman's Twitter account has now become the most-liked tweet ever with over 7.3 million likes and three million retweets.
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Mi Watch Revolve, Mi Band 5 Tipped to Launch in India Soon
Mi Watch Revolve is expected to be a rebranded model of the Mi Watch Color that was launched in China last year. This wearable will be the first smartwatch from Xiaomi to launch in the Indian market. Its current price in China is CNY 599 (roughly Rs. 6,400) and it could launch in India in the same price range.
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Paytm Mall Reportedly Hacked by Cybercrime Group, Company Says 'Data Is Safe and Secure'
Paytm Mall has been allegedly hacked according to risk intelligence platform Cyble. A known cybercrime group that calls themselves ‘John Wick’ was able to gain unrestricted access to Paytm Mall’s entire database. Paytm has said that all user and company data is safe.
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Netflix Is Offering Free Access to Select Original Movies and Series, Even Without an Account
Netflix is offering limited free access to several original series and movies, including Stranger Things, Murder Mystery, Élite, Boss Baby: Back in Business, Bird Box, When They See Us, Love Is Blind, The Two Popes, Our Planet, and Grace and Frankie. You don’t even need a Netflix account.
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TikTok Parent ByteDance Says Will Abide by New Chinese Export Rules That May Complicate US Sale
TikTok owner ByteDance said it will "strictly abide" by China's new export rules, which could potentially complicate a sale of the business as demanded by US President Donald Trump.
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Huawei Focusing on Cloud Business That Still Has Access to US Chips Despite Sanctions: Report
Huawei is focusing on its budding cloud business, that still has access to US chips despite sanctions against the company, to secure its survival.
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CenturyLink Bug Causes Global Internet Outages, Affects Hulu, PlayStation Network, and Xbox Live
A bug involving US-based telecoms giant CenturyLink briefly interrupted internet service in several global markets Sunday, affecting popular streaming services, gaming platforms, and webcasts of European football.
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Redmi 9 to Go on Sale in India Today for the First Time at 12 Noon via Amazon, Mi.com: Price, Specifications
Redmi 9 is set to go on sale in India today. The latest Redmi phone that was launched in the country last week will be available for purchase for the first time through Amazon and Mi.com at 12pm (noon).
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Moto G9 to Go on First Sale in India Today at 12pm (Noon) via Flipkart: Price, Specifications
Moto G9 will be available for purchase through its first sale in India today at 12pm (noon) through Flipkart. The new Motorola smartphone debuted in the country last week.
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The best Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra skins you can buy
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Samsung’s brand-new Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is one of the largest and most powerful phablets around. You may not want to slap a case on top and add even more size to the device, so what do you do? One way to go is to apply a slim skin to your new phone. It may not offer much in the way of protection, but a new skin can give your grip a nice boost while helping it better stand out from the crowd. Here are the best Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra skins to buy.
See also: Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra review
If you’re not sold on the skin quite yet but you need other accessories, check out our best cases and accessories for the new Note 20 Ultra.
The best Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra skins:
Editor’s note: We’ll update the skins on this list as we find new options for the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra.
dbrand
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It’s just about impossible to make a list of skins without sending dbrand some love. The manufacturer offers wraps for just about any device you can think of from laptops to mobile phones. It should come as no surprise that it offers an extensive list of options for Samsung’s newest phablet then. You can choose from a rainbow of shades in popular finishes like carbon fiber, pastel, and even woodgrains to set your Note 20 Ultra apart from the pack.
Slickwraps
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Slickwraps is a bit more expensive than dbrand, though it’s the way to go if you want to design your own skin. You could upload an image of your family or recapture a favorite memory every time you glance at your phone. If you’d rather grab a skin that’s unlike any other, Slickwraps offers a glow in the dark option to bathe your Note 20 Ultra in an eerie green glow. Don’t worry if you make a mistake on the install either, Slickwraps offers a 30-day goof policy just in case.
Gadgetshieldz
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Last, but certainly not least, there’s the Skinnova line from Gadgetshieldz. It’s the least expensive option of the three, and there are slightly fewer color options, but you’d probably never know the difference. Skinnova boasts a premium 3M construction with precise cutouts around each opening and speaker. Better yet, you can mix and match your Skinnova finishes to ensure that your Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra skin is unlike any other.
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Sony WH-1000XM4 review: The best gets even better
We’ve been waiting to see what would come next from Sony since it stole the wireless headphone crown from Bose with the WH-1000XM3. After two long years, the day has finally come — we have the WH-1000XM4 in our hands and it’s time to see how it stacks up. Sony has added multipoint connectivity and made a few other sacrifices, but is it enough? Let’s find out in our Sony WH-1000XM4 review.
See also: The best Sony headphones you can buy
This Sony WH-1000XM4 review comes from the audio experts at our sister site SoundGuys. Check out their in-depth take on the Sony WH-1000XM4.
Who should get the Sony WH-1000XM4 Bluetooth headset?
- Everybody will get a kick out of the Sony WH-1000XM4. This may seem like a lazy answer, but if you have the money it’s easy to recommend these all-purpose headphones.
- Noise-cancelling die-hards are well aware of the Sony WH-1000XM3 and all its greatness, and will appreciate the WH-1000XM4 improvements that have made Sony’s noise-cancelling even better.
- Travelers and commuters need the powerhouse battery life of the WH-1000XM4. It isn’t all about battery, though, because sound quality and noise-cancelling are also excellent.
What’s it like to use the Sony WH-1000XM4?
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The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones may look a whole lot like the previous version, but that’s why you don’t judge a book by its cover. It’s the changes on the inside that count, namely Bluetooth multipoint connectivity. You can connect to two devices at once, for optimal productivity.
You can go from listening to a podcast on your laptop to working out with a playlist on your phone and back again without much fuss. Multipoint was notably absent on the WH-1000XM3, so this is a big improvement but there’s one big hitch — both connected devices must use the AAC Bluetooth codec.
Learn more: Bluetooth codecs 101
Other than the AAC hiccup, there are a few features that you can only access through the Sony Headphones Connect app. One such function is the Speak-to-Chat feature, which pauses your music whenever the headphones detect that you’re speaking. The feature works well, but the embedded microphones are very sensitive. This sensitivity caused the headset to misinterpret latent background noise as my voice, and paused music played when I wanted it to keep playing. During my Sony WH-1000XM4 review period, this feature was more of a nuisance than a perk, and I disabled it in the mobile app.
A more useful feature is auto-pause, which happens when you remove the headset. A small sensor inside the left earcup identifies when you remove the headphones and stops playback immediately. It’s not a game-changing decision, but it’s the type of touch you expect from a high-end pair of headphones.
The ear cups are thicker on the Sony WH-1000XM4, which means better isolation even with noise-cancelling disabled. Unfortunately, they may have taken that padding from the headband as there was a definite sense of pressure across the top of my head that wasn’t there with the WH-1000XM3.
Touch controls can be improved
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Sony hasn’t changed the touch controls much at all: both cups are still sensitive to taps and swipes. That being said, the double-tap to pause feature isn’t perfect. It usually works, but not every time — almost making it faster to pause by simply removing the headphones each time.
If you cup your hand over the left ear you’ll be treated to ambient noise mode, which drops the volume in the left ear so you can hear the outside world. It might become more useful for catching subway announcements once commuting becomes routine again, but it’s not always helpful in a quiet house.
See also: Working from home? 5 noise cancelling headphones we recommend picking up
Noise-cancelling really is top-notch
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Sony has reached another level of noise-cancelling with the WH-1000XM4, as it uses an advanced algorithm that analyzes background noise up to 700 times per second. This may seem like overkill, but it allows the ANC technology to constantly adapt to your surroundings. Sure, it uses the same Q1N processor as the already-great WH-1000XM3, but the AI integration really makes the WH-1000XM4 shine.
As depicted in the chart above, sub-bass frequencies (airplane engines and A/C units) sound half as loud, or quieter, with noise-cancelling enabled. Distant conversations are also quieted by the headset thanks to the huge spike in ANC performance from 175-400Hz.
How is connection strength?
Like many high-end modern headphones, the Sony WH-1000XM4 is equipped with Bluetooth 5.0. Further, it supports SBC, AAC, and Sony’s LDAC codec. LDAC will offer the best quality streaming, though it’s less stable than some of the other options. If your device doesn’t support the advanced options, it’ll default to SBC as a universal base. Or, you can go old school with the included 3.5mm aux cable. Before buying the headset, remember that multipoint connectivity only works via AAC, so the WH-1000XM4 may not be worth your while depending on your setup.
Sony forwent aptX support in favor of Bluetooth multipoint functionality.
I didn’t have issues with connectivity in my mid-sized New York City apartment regardless of which device I had connected. When paired with my laptop, I was able to walk around freely without skips or drops. I achieved similar results with my Pixel 3 no matter which pocket the phone was in.
How does the microphone sound on the WH-1000XM4?
Sony already had a good microphone in the previous generation, so you’ll be happy to hear that the WH-1000XM4 is more of the same. The high-pass filter is common in embedded headset microphones, and is used as a way to combat the proximity effect which amplifies bass notes and makes voices sound “boomy” when the speaker is too close to the mic. It’s slightly noticeable, but shouldn’t impact your phone calls too much.
Sony WH-1000XM4 microphone demo:
Is the Headphones Connect app worth using?
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The Sony Headphones Connect app is effectively a requirement if you want to use the WH-1000XM4 to its full potential. Unlike some smartphone manufacturers, Sony makes its app available to all operating systems. Sure, you can use the headphones as-is right out of the box, but you won’t be able to customize anything or use Sony’s new features. For starters, you’ll need the app to map select buttons, such as toggling noise-cancelling or activating your smart assistant. Even with the app, you can’t have it both ways — but at least you can choose between Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.
Noise-cancelling optimization and 360-degree sound are also app-exclusive features. The noise-cancelling works well straight from the box, but you’ll need the app in order to fine-tune your settings. The app is also required if you want to adjust ambient passthrough intensity when it’s enabled.
While most of these in-app features are fairly normal, Sony 360 Reality Audio is what really justifies the download. Rather than having a basic left and right channel like stereo sound provides, Sony 360 Reality Audio assigns each channel as its own sound object. This technology allows listeners to perceive sound as if it’s actually moving around them instead of coming starkly through the left or right ear cup. It only works with high-quality platforms like Deezer and Tidal, but it might make it worth your while to set up a new subscription.
How is the battery life?
Sony claims these new headphones will match the WH-1000XM3 at 30 hours of playback, but we couldn’t match those claims in our tests. We ran the headphones at a constant 75dB with active noise-cancelling enabled until the battery hit 0%, and we only managed 19 hours and 59 minutes. While it falls short of the specified listing, nearly 20 hours is a great result. It should be more than enough for most people, though it’s actually less than the predecessor’s 24-hour tested playtime.
The Sony WH-1000XM4 rely on USB-C for charging, and just 10 minutes on the plug should net you five hours of playback. If you tend to procrastinate and only charge at the last minute, five hours should be more than enough for a long commute.
How is the sound quality?
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In a few words — better than before. The frequency response has been subtly altered from the previous model, and bass notes are less emphasized, which effectively makes it easier to perceive higher-pitched notes. You may not love the idea if you’re a bass-head, but the average listener should be pleased since it’s a more versatile sound. Anyone with a wide range of music preferences will notice that everything sounds as it should, and clarity is great. Sony kept the same attention to detail with mids and lyrics, so wailing guitars and crashing cymbals shouldn’t overwhelm the all-important lyrical performances. If you want that bass back, you can always fix your EQ in the app.
What are some good alternatives to the Sony WH-1000XM4?
The Sony WH-1000XM4 is great, but it’s not the pair for everyone. There are plenty of other options that fall in a similar price range, and they mostly make the podium as top Bluetooth options. You can also opt for some less expensive options or try the Sony WF-1000XM3 on for size — Sony’s true wireless noise-cancelling flagship earbuds.
The Sony WH-1000M3 deliver for less
Let’s face it — much of this review has been a back and forth comparison between the new WH-1000XM4 and the previous Sony WH-1000XM3. The previous generation is hardly out with the bathwater, as it still has great battery life, noise-cancelling, and aptX support. You can also probably track down a pair on sale as Sony looks to move past its last generation.
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The Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 also use AI technology
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Ah yes, the pair from which Sony stole the crown. The Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 may cost more and have fewer codecs to support, but the minimalist design looks and feels incredible. Sony still takes the cake in terms of performance, but the Headphones 700 look great and get the job done.
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The Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 have great touch controls
The Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 may not match the WH-1000XM4 in terms of performance, but they’ll save you $100. They look great and have intuitive controls and the Surface Headphones show that Microsoft isn’t messing around when it enters a new category.
Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Stylish and minimalist noise-cancelling headphones.
At just $250 these undercut the best consumer ANC headphones that Sony and Bose have to offer with features and specs that go toe-to-toe with them. Plus, they look absolutely gorgeous.
Should you get the Sony WH-1000XM4?
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If you want the best, you’ve got to buy the best, and the Sony WH-1000XM4 should be on your list. Sony’s previous version is one of our favorite pairs ever, and the improvements make this new hotness even better. Bluetooth multipoint is the most obvious perk, but the subtle changes help to inch the WH-1000XM4 even further ahead of the pack.
That being said, if you have the WH-1000XM3 then it may not be worth the money to upgrade your setup. However, if you’re looking to invest in your very first pair of high-end headphones, you may as well start at the top.
Sony WH-1000XM4 Industry-leading noise-cancelling headphones with AI features.
The Sony WH-1000XM4 make nominal but important improvements from the Sony WH-1000XM3. Listeners who want some of the best, most intelligent noise-cancelling around should get these headphones.
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