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  • Lenovo Launches The Z6 Pro Flagship Smartphone With Quad Rear Cameras

    Lenovo Launches The Z6 Pro Flagship Smartphone With Quad Rear Cameras

    After much speculations and leaks, Lenovo has launched its latest flagship smartphone, the Z6 Pro. The device was launched at an event in the company’s home country of China. It is the successor to the Lenovo Z5 Pro GT launched last year. The latest device boasts of modern design and top tier specifications, combined with a lucrative price tag. It is also one of the first smartphones in the world to support 5G networks, the upcoming standard in mobile technology.

    Lenovo Z6 Pro

    The Lenovo Z6 Pro is the company’s first flagship smartphone of the year. It has a glass design on the front and back with an attractive gradient rear panel. The handset has a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px and support for HDR10 standard of video technology. To maximise the screen real estate, it has a waterdrop notch on top of the display. For biometrics and security, the Z6 Pro has the sixth generation optical in display fingerprint scanner and support for face unlock technology.

    Under the hood, the Lenovo Z6 Pro runs on the Snapdragon 855 SoC which is manufactured using the 7nm fabrication process. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. For efficiently cooling the internals of the smartphone, the company has employed an advanced liquid cooling system. In terms of optics, the device has a quad rear camera setup comprising of an f/1.8 aperture equipped 48 MP sensor; combined with an f/1.9 aperture equipped 16 MP ultra-wide sensor; an f/2.4 aperture equipped 8 MP telephoto sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor. For selfies, a 32 MP selfie camera is housed in the waterdrop notch on top of the display. The Z6 Pro will be available in the following storage variants.

    • 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM
    • 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM
    • 8GB RAM and 256GB ROM
    • 12GB RAM and 512GB ROM

    The Lenovo Z6 Pro is powered by a 4000 mAh battery with support for 27W fast charging. It runs on the company’s current ZUI 11 on top of latest Android 9 Pie and supports Dolby audio to ensure better sound output from the smartphone. The device is available in two colours, namely Red and Blue

    Pricing and Availability

    Also read: Samsung Galaxy View 2 With 18 Inch Display And Android OS Surfaces Online

    The Lenovo Z6 Pro will be available in the Chinese market initially, with global availability expected to be announced soon. Pricing of the smartphone starts from CNY 2899 (Rs. 30,000) for the variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. The version with 8GB RAM and 128GB onboard memory has been priced at CNY 2999 (Rs. 31,100). For the variant with 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage, the pricing will be CNY 3799 (Rs. 39,400). The top end model, with 12GB RAM and 512GB internal storage, will cost CNY 4999 (Rs. 51,900).

  • Samsung Confirms It Is Delaying Release Of The Galaxy Fold Owing To Display Issues

    Samsung Confirms It Is Delaying Release Of The Galaxy Fold Owing To Display Issues

    Samsung, the world’s largest smartphone OEM released its first foldable smartphone at the Galaxy Unpacked event in the month of February. Called the Galaxy Fold, the device boasts of breakthrough hardware, which allowed the handset to be folded into half. While the company claimed the smartphone will be released on April 26, reports of it not being durable enough surfaced online a few days ago.

    Some early review units of the Galaxy Fold were found to have display issues which drew in negative sentiments toward the device. Due to the aforementioned problems, the company was speculated to delay the pre-announced release date. In a press release, Samsung has confirmed it is postponing the release of the much-anticipated smartphone to fix the display malfunctions.

    Samsung’s Statement

    Samsung in a press release has confirmed the reports floating online since yesterday. The company claims in its initial findings from the inspection of the Galaxy Fold, the display issue was found to be associated with an impact on top and bottom areas of the exposed part of the hinge. Notably, the hinge in the centre of the folding smartphone provides it with the said folding functionality. The company also notes that it found an instance where some substance was found inside the device, eventually leading the display to malfunction.

    Also read: Redmi Note 7 Pro Vs Realme 3 Pro Vs Galaxy M30 : Specs Comparison

    While the above findings were fundamental, Samsung claims it will need more time to fully evaluate the feedbacks noted by early reviewers. The company will run internal tests and find measures to further strengthen the display protection. As many problems were faced due to lack of guidance on the care of the display, it will also issue proper instructions so that the customers don’t inflict damage on their smartphone. For the users who have pre-booked the device, their spot and claim to the handset will be reserved. 

  • Realme 3 Pro Launched In India With Snapdragon 710 SoC

    Realme 3 Pro Launched In India With Snapdragon 710 SoC

    Realme at an event in New Delhi on April 22 has launched the Realme 3 Pro smartphone. The device is the successor of the Realme 2 Pro which was launched last year. It boasts of upgrades in the performance and optics of the handset over its predecessor. The smartphone was launched alongside the Realme C2 in the country.

    Design & Features

    The Realme 3 Pro is the latest entrant in the company’s flagship lineup. The smartphone has a polycarbonate body with a 3D gradient design at the back and minimal bezels on the front. It has a 6.3 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2160 x 1080 px. To ensure maximum screen real estate on the handset, a waterdrop notch housing the front camera and the earpiece is placed on the top of the display. For biometrics and security, it has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor with support for face unlock technology.

    Under the hood, the Realme 3 Pro is kitted with the Snapdragon 710 SoC which is manufactured using 10nm fabrication process. The chipset is comprised of an octa-core CPU and the Adreno 616 GPU. For optics, the smartphone features dual-rear cameras consisting of an f/1.7 aperture equipped 16 MP sensor combined with a 5 MP depth sensor. Notably, an ultra HD mode on the device is capable of capturing images up to 64 MP in resolution. For selfies, there is an f/2.0 aperture equipped 25 MP sensor housed in the waterdrop notch on top of the display. As far as memory and storage are concerned, the Realme 3 Pro will be available in the following variants:

    • 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
    • 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM

    The Realme 3 Pro will be powered by a 4045 mAh battery with support for Oppo’s VOOC 3.0 20W fast charging. The smartphone has a dedicated microSD storage of support up to 512GB. It runs on the latest ColorOS 6 based on top of the current Android 9 Pie. According to the company, the device will be splashproof/dustproof as it has a P2i coating on it and will support the Camera2 API. It also will have an unlocked bootloader out of the box to allow more customisation of the smartphone. The Realme 3 Pro will be available in three colours, namely Nitro Blue, Lightning Purple and Carbon Grey.

    Pricing & Availability

    Also read: Alleged Case Moulds Of The 2019 iPhone Leak Revealing Triple Rear Cameras

    The Realme 3 Pro will start at Rs 13,999 for the base variant with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of Internal Storage. The top end variant with 6GB of RAM and  128GB of onboard storage is priced at Rs 16,999. The smartphone will be available in select stores offline and online exclusively on Flipkart and will go on sale starting April 29.

  • Asus Zenfone Live L2

    Asus Zenfone Live L2

    The Zenfone Live L2 is an entry-level device and the successor to the company’s Zenfone Live L1 which was launched last year. The new handset features a modern design with humble specifications. It has a polycarbonate body with a glossy back panel. The smartphone has a single rear camera setup which is common in a budget handset and it has the choice of two chipsets depending upon the region it is brought in.

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  • Asus Zenfone Live L2 Budget Smartphone Launched

    Asus Zenfone Live L2 Budget Smartphone Launched

    Asus has added a new smartphone to its widely popular Zenfone lineup. Dubbed the Zenfone Live L2, it is an entry level device and the successor to the company’s Zenfone Live L1 which was launched last year. The new handset features a modern design with humble specifications. It was quietly listed on the company’s website without any formal announcement earlier today.

    Zenfone Live L2

    The Asus Zenfone Live L2 measures 147.26 x 71.77 x 8.15mm and weighs 140g. It features a polycarbonate body with a glossy back panel. The smartphone has a 5.5-inch display with an HD resolution and a screen-to-body ratio of 82.3 percent. The aspect ratio of the device is 18:9 while the maximum brightness stands at 400 nits. As the handset is a budget device, it lacks a physical fingerprint sensor and instead relies on the company’s face unlock technology to unlock the smartphone.

    Under the hood, the Zenfone Live L2 is offered in two separate processors depending upon the region it is bought in. The choice of SoCs is limited to the Snapdragon 425 or a Snapdragon 430. While the former is comprised of a Quad-core CPU and the Adreno 308 GPU; the latter has an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 505 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone has an f/2.0 aperture equipped 13 MP sensor. For selfies, there is an f/2.4 aperture equipped 5 MP front-facing camera. In terms of memory and storage, the Zenfone Live L2 is available in the following variants.

    • 2GB RAM and 16GB ROM
    • 2GB RAM and 32GB ROM

    Also read: Nubia Red Magic 3 Gaming Smartphone To Launch In China On 28th Of April

    The Zenfone Live L2 is powered by a 3000 mAh battery which can be replenished using the bottom mounted micro USB port. The smartphone runs on the ZenUI 5 on top of Android 8 Oreo. It will be available in two colour variants, namely Rocket Red and Cosmic Blue. Unfortunately, while the company has listed the handset on its official website, it has not revealed any information regarding the pricing and availability of the smartphone.

  • Nubia Red Magic 3 Gaming Smartphone To Launch In China On 28th Of April

    Nubia Red Magic 3 Gaming Smartphone To Launch In China On 28th Of April

    Nubia, a subsidiary of telecommunications giant ZTE is expected to launch its next gaming smartphone, the Red Magic 3 for a while now. The handset is reported to pack top tier specifications with some industry-first technologies. In a post by a senior executive at the company, it has been revealed the device will launch in China on the 28th of April.

    Nubia Red Magic 3
    Nubia Red Magic Mars

    The upcoming Nubia Red Magic 3 smartphone will be the company’s flagship offering. It is expected to feature a similar design to its predecessor, the Red Magic Mars. Leaks specifications of the device suggest a 6.4-inch display with a high refresh rate. The company suggests the handset will have the highest refresh rate ever seen on a smartphone. As the highest recorded number for a device is 120Hz as seen on the Razer Phone/ Razer Phone 2, the Red Magic 3 may also sport a similar refresh rate display. Unfortunately, the high refresh rate insinuates the handset will utilise an LCD display, as the current OLED display technology is limited to a refresh rate of 90 Hz, as seen in the Asus ROG Phone. For biometrics and security, the smartphone may have a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner with support for face unlock technology.

    Nubia has confirmed the Red Magic 3 will run on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC. The chipset consists of an octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU for graphics. To make sure the smartphone remains cool while playing games, the device will be equipped with air and liquid cooling technology, the likes of which the company claims have never been seen before. In terms of optics, the handset is expected to feature a dual rear camera setup, details of which are unknown at the moment. For memory and storage, the Red Magic 3 will feature up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

    In regards to the battery capacity, Nubia has also hinted the Red Magic 3 will have a 5000 mAh cell, which will be the largest ever on a gaming smartphone. Along with the massive battery capacity, the smartphone will also support 30W fast charging. To appeal to gamers, the device will also have a 4D vibration motor, which is expected to provide haptic feedback while playing games.

    Pricing & Availability

    Also read: Facebook Admits To Have “Unintentionally Uploaded” 1.5 Million Email Addresses Without Consent

    The Nubia Red Magic 3 gaming smartphone will be unveiled at an event in Beijing, China on the 28th of April as mentioned above. It was also announced earlier that the smartphone, along with the Nubia Alpha smartwatch and Nubia Pods wireless earphones will launch in India in the month of May. Pricing of the Nubia Red Magic is expected to be around Rs. 40,000 in India.

  • Lenovo Z6 Pro Specifications, Design Leaked Before Official Launch

    Lenovo Z6 Pro Specifications, Design Leaked Before Official Launch

    Lenovo is expected to launch its latest flagship smartphone, the Z6 Pro on the 23rd of April. It will be a successor to the Z5 Pro GT launched late last year. The company has been releasing hints on social media website Weibo about the key details of the device. However, fresh leaks through a Chinese e-commerce website has revealed its specifications and design.

    Lenovo Z6 Pro

    The Lenovo Z6 Pro will feature a glass design on the front and back which will be reinforced by a metal chassis. It will have a 6.39 inch AMOLED display which will be surrounded by minimal bezels on all sides. The leak claims the smartphone will make use of a waterdrop notch to increase the screen real estate. In terms of biometrics and security, the device will have the sixth generation of an optical fingerprint scanner inside the display and will also support face unlock technology.

    Under the hood, the Lenovo Z6 Pro will be kitted with the Snapdragon 855 SoC which is manufactured using 7nm fabrication process. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, leaked images of the smartphone reveal it will have a quad camera setup. While the main sensor will be an f/1.8 aperture equipped 48 MP Sony IMX 586 sensor, details about the other three sensors are unknown at the moment. It is speculated the company will use pixel binning technology, which combines details from multiple pixels into one to capture 100 MP images. For memory and storage, the Lenovo Z6 Pro will be available in the following variants.

    • 6GB RAM and 64GB ROM
    • 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM
    • 8GB RAM and 256GB ROM
    • 12GB RAM and 512GB ROM

    The Lenovo Z6 Pro will be powered by a 4000 mAh battery with support for 27W fast charging. The smartphone is also reported to have a variant supporting 5G connectivity. Furthermore, the company will make use of a PC-grade liquid cooling system in the device.

    Pricing & Availability

    Also read: Samsung Korea May Be Responsible For ASML Software Theft

    The Lenovo Z6 Pro will make its debut at an event in Beijing, China on the 23rd of April. Unfortunately, the company has not shared any information regarding the pricing of the smartphone. However, early estimates suggest it could be priced under the Rs. 50,000 mark in India.

  • Some Early Galaxy Fold Units Already Breaking For Reviewers

    Some Early Galaxy Fold Units Already Breaking For Reviewers

    Samsung released the ambitious Galaxy Fold at its Unpacked event in San Fransisco on February 20. It is the first foldable smartphone from the company and offers an innovative design. While the company announced the handset will be available for customers starting April 26, early review units were provided to a few journalists in the US. Fresh reports have surfaced that a few of the review units have already started breaking for some reviewers.

    The Issue

    The first reports of the Samsung Galaxy Fold breaking for some reviewers started arriving on Wednesday. A noted journalist from media house Bloomberg tweeted a photo of his smartphone with the inside display not functioning completely. After that, many more reviewers stepped forward and reported they were facing a similar issue wherein the display on the inside stopped functioning. At the time, it was unclear if it was a hardware issue or physical damage was inflicted on the handset. A few people even reported facing issues of dents or physical damage to the screen just by opening and closing the folding mechanism.

    The Cause

    While it didn’t apply for everyone, the major cause for the display malfunction was later reported to be the removal of the outer screen protector that was applied to the inside display. Samsung mentioned in the instructions the protective film shouldn’t be removed under any circumstances as it may lead to the smartphone malfunctioning. However, some cases wherein the layer have not been removed the device still faced issues in the inside display. This was later attributed to malfunctioning of the hinge that facilitated the folding mechanism.

    Samsung’s Statement

    Also read: Samsung Galaxy A60 With Punch Hole Display Launched In China

    Samsung, the company behind the Galaxy Fold, later released a statement addressing the problem and tried to suppress the panic. It read that the company will thoroughly inspect the malfunctioning units in person in a hope to determine the cause of the matter. The statement also advised not removing the additional protective layer or add any adhesives to the main display as it may cause damage to the smartphone. Samsung has claimed it will issue this information clearly to the customers of the Galaxy Fold so that no more confusion is caused. Because of this issue, the company was expected to push back the release date of the smartphone. However, the company has clarified it will be moving forward with the launch on the aforementioned date.

  • Samsung Galaxy A60

    Samsung Galaxy A60

    Samsung Galaxy A60 is the latest smartphone in the company’s ever-expanding Galaxy A lineup of devices. The handset features an Infinity O display which is unique to see in the price range. The thin bezels around the display provide the device with an impressive screen-to-body ratio of 91.8 percent. Also present on the device are triple rear cameras.

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  • AMD Announces The Ryzen R1000 Embedded Processor

    AMD Announces The Ryzen R1000 Embedded Processor

    AMD has expanded its lineup of embedded processors with the launch of the Ryzen R1000. It is the newest chipset by the company after the Ryzen V1000 embedded processor which was launched a while ago. The latest generation of the SoC offers dual-core, quad-threaded performance, as well as the ability to run in a fanless setup. It features low power solutions for 4K displays and offers leading-edge security features.

    AMD Ryzen R1000

    The latest AMD R1000 embedded processor features the Ball Grid Array (BGA) packaging. This provides more interconnected pins that can be put into a dual in line or flat package. The BGA mounted SoC suggests it won’t be able to install in a conventional desktop PC’s motherboard. Ryzen R1000 features Zen+ CPU cores which are paired with the company’s Vega 3 graphics engine. Notably, the upcoming gaming console, Atari VCS has been announced to be one of the first devices to feature the Ryzen R1000 processor. 

    Atari VCS Gaming Console

    The new Ryzen R1000 embedded chipset is based on the 14nm fabrication process and features dual cores. While it is slightly less powerful than their predecessors, the new processors are capable of outputting 4K video to three displays simultaneously. The processor operates at a power input of 15W TDP (Thermal Design Power), but users will be able to tune it anywhere between 12W to 25W. If kept on lowest settings, the chipset doesn’t require much cooling, so a fan is not required. Having a fanless design is essential for a thin and lightweight product, which will be the characteristics of the products Ryzen R1000 is developed for.

    Availability

    Also read: Samsung Galaxy A70 With A Massive Display Launched In India

    The new Ryzen R1000 embedded processor will be available starting Q2 to various OEMs worldwide. Interestingly, the SoC is already supported by numerous companies. Furthermore, the Atari VCS is a highly awaited gaming console and as mentioned above, will feature the processor.

  • Samsung Galaxy A70 With A Massive Display Launched In India

    Samsung Galaxy A70 With A Massive Display Launched In India

    Samsung is on a roll, with the Korean company expanding its Galaxy A lineup. The company unveiled the Galaxy A10, Galaxy A30 and Galaxy A50 in February. Amidst positive reviews, Samsung’s new devices were looking to create a dent in the entry-to-mid level smartphone segment. The company has now expanded its lineup by launching the Galaxy A70 in India. The device features a slew of innovative features and a modern design.

    Galaxy A70

    The Samsung Galaxy A70 is the elder sibling to the Galaxy A50. It features a similar design to the latter with a ‘3D Glasstic’ gradient at the back. The front of the handset is dominated by a massive 6.7 inch Super AMOLED display that has a resolution of 2400 x 1080 px. The device has ultra-narrow bezels all around the display and an Infinity-U style notch on the top. For biometrics and security, the smartphone features an in-display fingerprint scanner and supports face unlock technology.

    The Samsung Galaxy A70 runs on the 11nm Snapdragon 675 SoC which is also featured on the Redmi Note 7 Pro. The chipset consists of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 612 GPU for graphics. For optics, the smartphone has a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 32MP sensor with an f/1.7 aperture; combined with an 8MP ultra-wide angle sensor with an aperture of f/2.2 and a 5MP f/2.2 depth sensor. For selfies, it has an f/2.0 aperture equipped 32MP camera which is housed in the Infinity-U notch on top of the display. In terms of memory and storage, the device will be available with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.

    The Galaxy A70 is powered by a large 4500 mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging via the bottom mounted USB Type-C port. It also has a dedicated microSD card slot for memory expansion up to 512GB. The smartphone runs on Samsung’s OneUI which is built on top of the latest Android 9 Pie. It is offered in three colours, namely Black, Blue and White.

    Pricing & Availability

    Also read: Microsoft Announces The All Digital Xbox One S

    The Galaxy A70 has been launched in India at a price of Rs. 28,990. The smartphone will be available for pre-bookings between April 20 and April 30. It will be sold via major offline stores and online via Flipkart, Samsung’s online store. Initial buyers will also get an option to buy the Samsung U Flex wireless earphones at a discounted price of Rs 999 down from Rs. 3,799.

  • Microsoft Announces The All Digital Xbox One S

    Microsoft Announces The All Digital Xbox One S

    Microsoft in a blog post has announced the newest member of the Xbox lineup of gaming console. Dubbed the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition, it is the long rumoured diskless variant of the regular Xbox One S. With no disk drive in the console, users would only be able to obtain the game licenses digitally. Because of the removed component, the company has been able to reduce the price of the gaming console by a considerable margin.

    Xbox One S All Digital

    The new Xbox One S All-Digital Edition as mentioned above will be the regular Xbox One S not featuring a disk drive. This insinuates all the basic specifications of the regular version will remain intact. So, one could expect the regular’s 4K streaming, Spatial Audio and HDR Support on board. With the All-Digital version, Microsoft is bundling three games, namely Minecraft, Forza Horizon 3 and Sea of Thieves with the console. An additional 1TB Hard Drive is available on the Xbox One S.

    To facilitate the purchase of digital gaming titles on the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition, Microsoft is also promoting its Xbox Game Pass. It is a subscription service by the company which lets users play over a hundred gaming titles. A disadvantage of an all-digital version of the gaming console has over its regular variant is the missing Blueray support because of the lack of a physical disk drive.

    Pricing & Availability

    Also read: Google And Apple Take Down TikTok From Their Respective Application Stores

    Microsoft has launched the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition in the US for the price of US$ 249 (Rs. 17,300) and it is available to pre-order starting today. Unfortunately, the company hasn’t announced when the gaming console will make its way to the Indian market, however, it is unlikely to launch in India. The reason for that is cited for the abundance of the stocks of regular variant of the Xbox One S. Additionally, all digital game titles are still not as popular as physical ones in the country.

  • Apple, Qualcomm Drop All Lawsuits, Sign A Six-Year License Agreement

    Apple, Qualcomm Drop All Lawsuits, Sign A Six-Year License Agreement

    In a surprising turn of events, Apple and Qualcomm have dropped all the pending lawsuits against each other. The companies have also signed a six-year license agreement, which may be further extended. Both the companies, the known electronics giant Apple and mobile chip maker Qualcomm had filed multiple lawsuits against each other for copyright infringement. A few days ago, Apple was found guilty and was asked to pay 31 million US $ as a fine.

    About The Case
    iPhone 7

    The lawsuit filed by Qualcomm cited that Apple had violated at least three patents. The damages that it asked for applied to iPhones sold July 2017 onwards, which were kitted with Intel chips. Later in the year 2017, Apple replaced Qualcomm with Intel as its exclusive components supplier. As per reports, in the year 2016, Apple was also using Intel modems in some iPhone variants instead of Qualcomm modems. The devices included the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. The patents relate to the following functions on mobile devices.

    • Allowing phones to connect to the internet instantly after being switched on
    • The efficiency of the smartphone’s battery and its relation with graphics processing
    • A traffic management function enabling faster data downloads
    The Settlement

    Both Apple and Qualcomm have agreed to reach a settlement as per the former company’s announcement. According to reports, the iPhone maker will have to make a payment to Qualcomm for an undisclosed amount as a part of the settlement. However, the companies have signed a licensing agreement for at least six years and the chipset maker will now supply parts to Apple. This may lead to iPhones sporting Qualcomm’s chips appearing on the shelves once again. 

    Also read: Sony PlayStation 5 With 8K Graphics Teased In An Interview

    Interestingly, Intel, who was the interim supplier for iPhone modems to Apple, has announced it is quitting the manufacturing of 5G modem for smartphones. As the iPhone maker and Qualcomm have finally struck peace, it is expected to lead to the latter supplying its 5G modems in the future smartphones by the former. 

  • Sony PlayStation 5 With 8K Graphics Teased In An Interview

    Sony PlayStation 5 With 8K Graphics Teased In An Interview

    Sony’s PlayStation (PS) brand is one of the most well known when it is about gaming consoles. The last iteration, PS4 was released back in the year 2013 and was met with a great reception from fans of the brand. It has been long speculated that the company will release a successor to the console, allegedly called the PS5. In an interview with a reputed media organization, a senior Sony executive has revealed the details of the upcoming gaming console. According to the executive, the PlayStation 5 will support 8K graphics and will be backwards compatible to PS4.

    PlayStation 5

    According to the Sony executive, the PlayStation 5 will be more than just an incremental update to its predecessor. As mentioned above, the next-gen gaming console will support 8K graphics. However, the users will need to possess compatible display to run games and other media in 8K. Also revealed by him was the PS5 and the PS4 share similar architecture, which would lead to backwards compatibility on the former on the games made for the latter. When the new console launches eventually, the games released will be compatible with both the consoles initially and then may be made exclusive to the PlayStation 5.

    PlayStation 4

    More details about the Sony PlayStation 5 reveal a new CPU based on the third-gen AMD Ryzen lineup. For graphics performance, the company will make use of a custom GPU based on the AMD Radeon Navi. This is supposed to bring ray-tracing support for the first time in gaming consoles. Ray tracing is a revolutionary way to deliver better gameplay graphics. It makes use of the way light reflects off surfaces to render realistic graphics and was introduced last year by NVIDIA with its RTX 2080 graphics card.

    Also read: Indian Government Asks Apple & Google To Remove TikTok From Their App Stores

    A monumental change with the introduction of the PlayStation 5 will be the introduction of Solid State Drives (SSDs) in the gaming console. The company claims it will improve load times of certain games drastically; and will deliver speeds never capable from a conventional Hard Drive. Sony will also be introducing a new 3D audio unit inside the console. This is expected to increase the immersive experience while playing the game on speakers or headphones. While the company hasn’t announced when the PlayStation 5 will release, it is expected to be unveiled early next year.

  • Indian Government Asks Apple & Google To Remove TikTok From Their App Stores

    Indian Government Asks Apple & Google To Remove TikTok From Their App Stores

    In the ongoing case against the immensely popular media app TikTok; the Indian government has asked technology giants Apple and Google to take down the short video recording and sharing service from their respective app platforms. The news arrives after the Supreme Court refused to issue a stay order on the banning of the app. ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok had filed the appeal to issue a stay on banning the app alleging it is causing irreparable damage to the company.

    What Is TikTok?

    For those who are unaware, TikTok is a popular Chinese mobile app that was earlier known as ‘Musical.ly’. It lets users create short videos and offers features like filters and effects to be used in the videos. The app has become immensely popular among the younger audience which is credited to the exponential increase in affordable smartphones and the rise of 4G connectivity in the country.

    About The Case

    A case was filed in the Madras High Court after a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was filed in the court regarding the TikTok app for objectionable, vulgar content. The Madurai bench of the aforementioned High Court passed an order which directed the government to stop the downloading the app in the country. It also put a restriction on certain media houses which restrained them from telecasting the videos created using the TikTok app. As mentioned above, the company ByteDance then challenged this by filing an appeal in the Supreme Court. It has claimed it has taken down almost 6 million videos which didn’t meet its guideline policies and that it trusts the Indian Judicial System to take the right decision. 

    Also read: Redmi Smartphone Leaks With Snapdragon 730, Triple Camera Setup

    The aforementioned request to remove TikTok from app stores by the government is issued via the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The ministry has asked Apple and Google, both of the companies which own iOS and Android OS respectively. If the companies accept the request made by the government, the TikTok app will cease to subsist on the app stores of both the Operating Systems. This is being done to stop new users from downloading the app. However, for users who have the TikTok app preinstalled on their devices, the change wouldn’t lead to anything, as the app would continue to exist on their devices.

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