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Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ To Get Android 9 Pie Based On One UI

Samsung recently announced that their flagship phones; the S9 and S9+ will get the new Android Pie update that is based on the new One UI, in January. The announcement was made at the Samsung Developer Conference (SDC 2018) in San Francisco, California. There have been several complaints from consumers stating that Samsung’s UI has a lot of clutter and is confusing. Apple on the other hand has always kept their user interface simple and made it very user friendly. This is one of the many reasons that consumers have accepted Apple so readily in the past.

What’s New?

Samsung’s new UI is clean, simple and looks very much like stock Android with a personal touch from Samsung. The landing page is very clean, the home screen is clutter free and the icons looks quite good as well. We also expect this lighter UI to make the phone perform better. But our guess in that department is as good as yours. At least until we get our hands on the UI. The new UI will make one- handed use better. This is easily visible in their Settings page, Dialler, Clock, Albums and more, which starts from the lower half of the screen.

They are calling the top part the ‘viewing area’ and the bottom part the ‘interacting area’. Apart from this, the gallery has been completely redesigned as well, with bigger icons making it easier to identify the image you are looking for. The overall design cue seems to find a lot of influence from Stock Android, infusing their old TouchWiz UI.

Also Read: Samsung Showcases Its Foldable Smartphone With Infinity Flex Display

Samsung’s S8 which saw it’s release early in 2017 will reportedly not get the new user interface. The open beta program for Android 9 Pie will reportedly start to roll out in the US, Germany and South Korea later this month. Other Asian and European countries will receive the beta at a later stage but no date has been mentioned as of now.

November 9, 2018
Nokia 8.1 To Launch Soon, Runs On Snapdragon 710

The Nokia 8.1 was spotted on Geekbench a few weeks back. It has now popped up on the list of Google’s ARCore supported devices. With these listings already out, it is said that HMD will launch the smartphone soon. Other specifications of the device include the Snapdragon 710 SoC, 4 GB of RAM and Android 9 Pie. There are some speculations that this could be the Nokia X7 which was launched in China last month, as its specifications match that of the alleged Nokia 8.1.

Nokia 8.1 Or X7

However, it is possible that this could another device. Since the Nokia X7 has a 6.18 inch display, it will most probably carry the ‘Plus’ title after its name. As Nokia usually does with larger screen devices. Therefore, the X7 might be the Nokia 7.1 Plus while the Nokia 8.1 will sport a slightly smaller 5.9 inch display. ARCore is a kit developed by Google to allow augmented reality applications for a certain smartphone to be built. Therefore, the inclusion of ARCore support in the 8.1 could mean that we would see more AR integration in the camera. This could include elements such as stickers and even interactive animations.

Earlier, the Geekbench listing of the Nokia 8.1 had given us some more specifications about the device. The geek bench listing showed that the phone has a single-core score of 1841 and a multi-core score of 5807. Considering the current design language being used by Nokia, we can expect the device to have a Zeiss dual rear camera setup. It might have a glass body, with an aluminium frame. Running on the Snapdragon 710, the phone is most probably a mid-ranger and will be priced accordingly. Pricing will be the key as the mid-range segment is home to a lot of competition. This can make it difficult for even some of the best smartphones.

Also Read: Nokia 8.1 Spotted On Geekbench Before Launch

With a lot of upcoming launches coming our way from HMD Global, including the Nokia 9 and the Nokia 7.1, we can expect the Nokia 8.1 to launch soon as well.

November 9, 2018
Sony ‘Silently’ Introduces New PlayStation 4 Pro Which Is Much Quieter

It has been two years since the launch of the PlayStation 4, and Sony has introduced a version which is quieter than the old models. The new PlayStation 4 bearing the model number CUH-7200 is significantly quieter. Now this may not seem like a big deal to people who have never owned a PlayStation before but it is. PlayStations are extremely noisy and can reach an unbearable decibel when used.

A few websites did a test on the new PS4 Pro and compared it to the older one. The new PS4 reportedly runs a bit hotter than the original model, but its fan remains a lot quieter. A reputed gaming website also recorded the decibel count. The new Sony PlayStation 4 Pro recorded 48 decibels at its loudest, compared to 55 decibels in the original. PlayStations have been known for their loud noise and the ‘Jet Engine Effect’ which can be extremely distracting for gamers. This move from Sony is a welcome change. They are generally loud because they generate a lot of heat and thus the fans have to work a lot to cool it down, causing a lot of noise. Playing games like Marvel’s Spider-Man and Assassin’s Creed Odyssey which have high graphics requirements makes the PS4 extremely hot and noisy.

Also Read: Red Dead Redemption 2 Online Release Announced

One More Thing

Another significant change includes a new power adapter. It is a figure eight power adapter, like the ones used in Xbox models. There is very little else that has changed. Some websites have also reported that the PS4 Pro will be bundled with Red Dead Redemption 2. The Red Dead Redemption 2 PS4 Pro bundle is currently available for $ 399 on Amazon. With Black Friday and Christmas coming up, there will be massive discounts on gaming consoles. Since both models look similar, it is best to check the model number before buying.

November 9, 2018
LG Patents Phone With Under-Display Camera

Everyone thought the future had arrived when Apple showcased the iPhone X with the notch and the almost bezel-less display. But there lies the beauty of technology, as it never remains stagnant. After the launch of the iPhone X, and it’s huge demand, other phone manufacturers understood that bezel-less and notch-less screens are the way forward. But all these companies faced two major issues in making a 100% screen-to-body-ratio phone; the front camera and the connector that attaches the screen component to the motherboard. Apple patented a technology where they could solve the issue of the screen connector by folding the screen underneath itself. But the front camera issue still prevailed.

The Way Around

Many manufacturers made the notch smaller, a U-shaped notch, a V-shaped teardrop notch and more. Many decided to make mechanical and physical moving parts so that the camera could slide out when needed. But the latest trend in hiding the small front camera has been patenting phones with the cameras hidden underneath the display. Samsung was rumoured to have been working on such a phone. But now it seems LG has patented a phone with a similar technology as well.

Also Read: Samsung Working On An In-Display Front Facing Camera

According to a news website, the patent has been filed in South Korea and has two different designs. One of the designs has a curved edge and the other one has a straight edge. The notch placements also vary on the patent. It can be in the middle or the top left or top right of the screen. While LG has already worked extensively on curved displays, this may be new territory for the company. Even through they have patented the designs, it is not clear when we will get to see these phones. But we look forward to technologies like this in the years to come as we truly move into the future of smartphones.

November 8, 2018
Nokia 9 With Penta Camera Setup To Launch Soon

Just as we thought that all the major launches for the year were done and dusted, reports about the Nokia 9’s imminent launch surface. The Nokia 9 is exciting and highly anticipated, for 5 reasons; It’s penta camera setup. Jokes aside, this is one of the biggest design changes in a year full of big design changes. 2018 saw the adoption of in-display fingerprint sensors, sliding camera modules, and the addition of more lenses to the camera setup. But how many lenses are too many lenses, and does a smartphone need them at all?

Nokia 9

The Nokia 9 made headlines a few months ago when a hands-on image of the device leaked, showing off its penta camera setup. While the setup is impressive, it is equally peculiar as well. The setup features three vertically aligned lenses, likes of which we’ve seen before, however they are a bit spaced out. Accompanying these are two more lenses placed to the sides of the vertical setup. These are placed adjacent to what appears to be two flash modules. This setup does look like something out of a sci-fi movie, but the fact that it is a patented design by Zeiss, adds to the legitimacy of the leak.

Specifications

The patented design by Zeiss is called ‘Miniature Zoom Camera’. This uses an array of multiple smaller lenses in a circle instead of singular or dual, larger sensors. The setup is said to consist of an image sensor and a normal lens. Along with a secondary group of ‘rotating lenses’ with varying focal lengths. Apart from the unique camera setup, the Nokia 9 is said to have a 6 inch AMOLED display with an in-display fingerprint scanner. The device will run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC with 8 GB of RAM. It is also said to have an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance. Apart from this, it will have 256 GB of inbuilt storage and a 3,900 mAh battery.

Also Read: All About The Penta Camera Nokia 9

Apart from the aforementioned features, it is also said to run on the Android One OS. The device is also exciting as it will be one of the first devices to carry the PureView trademark after HMD Global reacquired the same. It is well known that a smartphone with a PureView trademark never disappoints in the camera department. And with a Nokia-Zeiss collaboration, we can expect something great.

The device had gone underground for a while, but sources say that HMD had done so to ensure that there were no further leaks about the device. The Nokia 9 is the next flagship from HMD and is highly anticipated due to its long list of features. According to sources, the device can be expected to launch 3-4 weeks from now.

November 8, 2018
Samsung Succumbs To The Notch

Remember Samsung’s advertisement mocking Apple when the iPhone X came out? Well, it seems that Samsung has finally given in to the notch and has decided to go with the general flow of the industry. Albeit, the notches are not as big as the iPhones’ but they are notches nonetheless. Samsung was one of the very few companies that did not have notches on their phones but now it seems the company has changed it’s stance as they revealed three different notch designs at a developer conference recently.

Notch Specifications

The fact that Samsung is looking into notch designs was in the rumour mill since a long time and the event confirms that truth. In the conference, they showed three different types of notches – the V-notch, the O- notch and the U- notch. The V- notch is in the shape of a V. It is located in the middle of the screen on top. The U- notch aptly looks like a U and is located on the middle top. It is similar to what we have seen in the Essential phone and a few other phones. The most interesting of the three is the O- notch that is in the shape of a circle. This notch is on the top left side of the screen. It looks like a hole, a cutout inside the screen.

Also Read: Samsung Mocks The iPhone X Notch And Other iPhone Things In New Advertisement

Screengrab of Samsung’s advertisement mocking Apple’s notch

It is still unclear as to how Samsung is going to utilise this notch if the consumer is going to accept the weird position of the camera or not. We really like this position as it provides an unobstructed view when it comes to watching videos or consuming other content. The New Infinity panel is the most interesting thing showed by the company. It is a notch-less, bezel less design that everyone was waiting for! If rumours are to be believed it might even have an under display camera and will be seen on the upcoming Galaxy S10!

November 8, 2018
Red Dead Redemption 2 Online Release Announced

What do you get when you mix Rockstar Games’ open world gameplay with the wild west? A perfect brew of mayhem, horse-riding and amazing gameplay. John Marston, the hero of the first Red Dead Redemption game is back and the stakes are quite high this time. Gunslingers, outlaws, horse drawn carriages and a lot of savagery awaits in this game. Rockstar Games are known for the Grand Theft Auto series, L.A. Noire and Max Payne and Red Dead Redemption 2 is nothing less in terms of quality. The game has sold 17 million copies to retailers worldwide which is more than what Red Dead Redemption’s first instalment sold in eight years! The game launched for Xbox and PlayStation on October 26th and the sales haven’t slowed down yet.

Strauss Zelnick, President and CEO of Take-Two Interactive, recently revealed that the online beta for the game will arrive sometime in the end of November. According to a news website, which later deleted the article and agreed to donate over £1 million to charity on behalf of Take Two interactive for their leaks, had mentioned about a battle royale mode in the Red Dead Redemption 2 Online game. If it is indeed true then it will pose a fierce competition for other battle royale games such as PUBG, Fortnite and Call of Duty 4. We are eager to see how things pan out. But for all the PC gamers who are not watching the gameplay walkthrough, so as to not spoil it, here is a chronology of trailers and first looks that the game has brought out till date!

Chronology Of Trailer Releases

The first trailer saw it’s release on Oct 20, 2016, shortly after the announcement of Red Dead Redemption 2. It gives us a general look and feel of the game and the landscapes that the game is set in.

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The second trailer dropped almost a year later on Sep 28, 2017. It gave us a glimpse of its new protagonist Arthur Morgan. This trailer features snow clad mountains, fights on trains, dark forests and a lot more!

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The third trailer hit the internet hard with it giving us a fleeting glimpse of John Marston in it. It saw its release on May 2, 2018, again almost a year after the second trailer.

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Also Read: PUBG Mobile Update To Bring Auto-Rickshaws & Snow

As part of the notorious Van Der Linde gang, Arthur is projected as an outlaw. He has to constantly change locations to stay ahead in the game. He has to set up camps everywhere he goes and this camp is where gang members eat, sleep, play, games, and do chores. Red Dead Redemption 2 promises to be more interactive and detailed than ever before and the entire game is populated with a diverse range of characters from the turn of the century. You can watch the gameplay trailer that saw its release on Aug 9, 2018 to find out more.

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November 8, 2018
Facebook Messenger To Soon Introduce ‘Unsend’ Message Feature

Ever had moments when you sent a message to your friend or your ex and regretted it? Well, we all have. Facebook messenger is going to fix that for you with it’s new unsend feature. You will now get a window of 10 minutes to delete your message. This feature has been written about in the “coming soon” section in the release notes of Messenger on iOS. The note states that if someone has accidentally sent the wrong photo, incorrect information or message in the wrong thread, they can delete the message in the next ten minutes. WhatsApp also has a similar feature but the message can be deleted in a time frame of an hour and also has to be an unread message. Even though the 10 minute window does not seem much but it is still a great feature to have.

Also Read: Hackers Post Private Messages Of More Than 81,000 Facebook Accounts Online

Facebook’s New Move

It is also well known that the top brass in Facebook have had the unsend feature for a long time. What prompted Facebook to add this feature for regular users is unclear. However, there have been speculations that it is being added after the controversy of Facebook deleting messages sent by CEO Mark Zuckerberg from other people’s inboxes. Many had considered this act to be a breach of trust at the time. It will be interesting to see if the receiver of the message gets a “message deleted” notification or not. WhatsApp shows a similar notification at the moment.

For the uninitiated, Facebook Messenger is a messaging application that is free to use and allows users to send and receive messages, calls, video calls and so on via the internet. It also allows one to send photographs and videos to their friends and family once they are connected through Facebook. WhatsApp, which is also a messaging application, is also owned by Facebook.

November 8, 2018
Samsung Galaxy J4 Core Running on Android Go Leaks Online

Android Go is a tailored distribution of the Android Operating system for low-end smartphones with 1 GB of RAM or less. It uses a special suite of Google apps which can work on less powerful hardware and consume less data. Android Go devices are priced very aggressively and are mainly targeted towards developing countries. Samsung is the global smartphone leader and makes smartphones in all price brackets. They launched their first Android Go smartphone, the Galaxy J2 Core back in August. Recently, another Samsung Android Go smartphone, the Galaxy J4 core has surfaced on a Brazilian website prior to its official launch.

J4 Core Specs & Features

The Samsung Galaxy J4 core is a smartphone made for the budget segment, but does not compromise on high priority features like a large screen, battery and storage expandability. The smartphone has a 6-inch HD+ display with a 1480 x 720 px resolution. It runs on an unstated quad-core processor with 1.4 GHz frequency and 1 GB of RAM. The smartphone has 16 GB of internal memory which is expandable up to 256 GB via a microSD card.

The Galaxy G4 is a dual sim smartphone with 4G capabilities. For photography, the smartphone has an 8 MP rear and a 5 MP front camera. Additionally, both front and rear cameras get a dedicated LED flash. It can shoot 1080p videos @ 30fps. The Galaxy J4 Core is powered by a 3,300 mAh battery with fast charging support. The smartphone will be available in three colours; Black, Blue & Copper, according to the listing on the site. Tt runs on Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition).

Price & Availablity

Also Read: Xiaomi Launches Wireless AirDots And New Mi Notebook Air

No information regarding the price of the Samsung Galaxy J4 Core is available as of now, but it might launch soon as almost all the details are already out.

November 8, 2018
Xiaomi Launches Wireless AirDots And New Mi Notebook Air

Xiaomi has been on a roll, launching products that are affordable, yet have great quality. In an event in China, Xiaomi recently launched two new products. A wireless Apple-styled white earbud and a new notebook powered by the intel i3 processor. Xiaomi is known to take their design cues from Apple, previously having launched products that look very similar to iPhones and MacBooks and the earbuds are no different. Even the name of the product AirDots sound eerily similar to AirPods by Apple.

AirDots

The AirDots have tappable controls and a compact charging case just like the AirPods from Apple. They costs around 199 yuan which is about $29 and they look quite good too. They are slightly rectangular in shape compared to AirPods and have silicone tips that allow for better sound isolation and a better fit. There are speculations that they might soon be added in the box with Mi phones, just like the wireless chargers that were recently announced as well. The AirDots run on Bluetooth 5.0. They also connect to the last paired device automatically once they are taken out of their case. The standalone battery life is around 4 hours and the battery time with the case is around 12 hours.

Also Read: Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 With 10 GB RAM & 5G Support Launched

Xiaomi Notebook

Xiaomi also launched two new laptops in their Notebook range. A 13-inch and a 15.6-inch screen laptop. One of them costs RMB 3,099 and features a Core i3 processor that has two cores and four threads. Clocked a maximum turbo frequency of 3.9GHz, the laptop has 4GB of RAM and 128GB storage. It also features an SSD drive. It also has a dual fan cooling system to keep the heat down. The other laptop is priced at RMB 3,799 and features a 13.3-inch display with Intel’s 8th generation Core i3 processor. The difference is in the memory as it is paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB SSD storage. This laptop also has a fingerprint scanner for biometric authentication.

The laptops will go on sale in China on November 1 but it is unclear if they will be launched in India or not. It is reported that Xiaomi intends to launch a few models of it’s notebooks in India soon but no specific dates have been given yet.

November 8, 2018
Samsung Showcases Its Foldable Smartphone With Infinity Flex Display

The long awaited, folding smartphone from Samsung is finally here. Samsung unveiled the phone, which also doubles up as a tablet, at the Samsung Developer Conference. But the company did not reveal an official name for the device. However, they did mention that it uses what is called the Infinity Flex Display. This lets you use the phone as a smartphone when it is folded, and a tablet when the screen is unfolded. The device runs on the new Android OS for folding displays. It will enter mass-production early next year, according to Samsung.

To complete the transition, it uses a 4.6 inch Super AMOLED display which acts as the primary display for when you use it as a smartphone. Upon unfolding, you can use the 7.3 inch Super AMOLED display which is the main display, according to the company. With so much screen available, you can use up to three apps at once, while using the device. The company also ensures a smooth transition between apps. They also claim that the transition from a smartphone to a tablet is smooth and effortless at all times. To make this possible, they take the help of Android, which has announced support for foldable displays.

The Foldable Future

Samsung has also set up an emulator SDK to help test apps for the device. Additionally, they will provide guidelines on how to develop apps for foldable smartphones. Samsung also said that they have spent a lot of time on perfecting the design elements for the new phone. From what we can see in the video of the device presented by the company, it has much thinner bezels and a smoother finish than the FlexPai folding smartphone, which was launched last week.

It’s a phone… It’s a tablet… It’s a phone that unfolds into a tablet! #SDC18 pic.twitter.com/FgwpJPjqTn

— Samsung Developer (@samsung_dev) November 7, 2018

Some reports also suggest that this is not the production variant of the phone. Saying that the final version will have thinner bezels and a less bulky design. This would be key as no one would like to lug around a phone that is bulky and inconvenient, no matter how innovative it may be.

November 8, 2018
OPPO Launches Pokemon Edition 10,000 mAh Super VOOC Power Bank

The Super VOOC charging technology is one the fastest, if not the fastest charging technologies available on smartphones as of now. The technology was introduced by Oppo earlier this year with the Oppo Find X Lamborghini Edition. The technology claims to charge the Find X fully, in around 35 minutes. Now, Oppo has launched a Super VOOC Power Bank, partnering up with Pokemon. This Pikachu charger is fitting for the technology, with the electric type Pokemon is representing the power bank.

While the power bank sure does look great, it only works on Super VOOC compatible devices. That means the use of the device is limited to only the Oppo Find X and the Oppo R17 smartphones. Additionally, the device can only be charged via a 50W Super VOOC adapter. The power bank offers speeds of upto 50W (10V/5A) while charging the smartphones.

Its not just the speed that the power bank brings with it, it also brings a theme. The theme is present on not only the outside, but the inside as well. When you plug in the power bank, the smartphone displays a special animation on the screen. Along with this, the theme of the device also gets switched over to a Pikachu theme. While more details about what these themes entail are not available, the least we can guess is yellow accent colours, along with some Pikachu animations.

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Along with the power bank, the company has also launched an NFC equipped Pikachu case for the Opponent R17 Pro. The power bank costs approximately Rs 4,200 while the case costs around Rs 1,572. Both the items will go on sale soon, however nothing regarding their availability in India is known as of now.

November 6, 2018
You May Soon Be Able To Play PUBG On Your PlayStation 4

With PUBG hitting Xbox One, there are strong rumours that PUBG may soon feature on PlayStation 4 as well. The full release on Xbox One also had a label stating “console launch exclusive”. Reading between the lines, this can only mean further console releases at some point of time. Members of a video gaming forum recently unearthed the existence of promotional PUBG images that were sitting on the PS4 servers. These images were linked to an apparent digital game ID code. Searches with the code do not bring up anything on the Play Station website. However, the Game Rating and Administration Committee of Korea has apparently rated PUBG. This strongly hints at the game’s Play Station version’s existence.

PUBG is a battle royale game that first launched on PC on the Steam platform, which has since taken the world by storm. It has found success in its mobile version. It has faced tough competition from games such as Fortnite and very recently Call Of Duty Black Ops 4 which also are, or have Battle Royale modes. PUBG has been dealing with the competition by introducing regular updates, patches and new maps. It recently introduced the Night Mode that allows a user play the game in complete darkness, increasing the difficulty level.

Also Read: PUBG Mobile: Tips And Tricks To Become An Ace Player

PUBG was released on Xbox One in December 2017 and the PS 4 release is long overdue. The game retails at $30 for the Xbox One at the moment. PUBG has suffered quite a bit since it’s first console release from certain performance issues. But now, it seems to be much more stable. There are strong hints that the game might drop on PS4 in December 2018 during The Game Awards 2018. Some are also speculating that there may have been a console exclusivity contract with Xbox One which may expire in December. There are also rumours that Tencent Games may announce the game in November itself but release it in December. It will be interesting to see how PUBG maintains it’s daily user base and if the user base increases significantly with the PS4 release.

November 6, 2018
Best Budget Diwali Gifts On Amazon

With the festival of lights almost here, it is the time to give gifts and spread joy. While many of us want to, certain budget restrictions might stop us from giving the best gifts to our loved ones. Here’s a list of some really cool gifts, within a budget, to make your Diwali better.

Camera Lens Coffee Mug

This is for the photography buffs who also like a nice hot cuppa in the mornings. A replica of the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens, this looks exactly like a lens but is actually a coffee mug. It features an air tight cap with open/closed lid for small sipping. The cup is made from food grade ABS plastic materials outside and extra-fine stainless steel insulated interior and is sure to keep your coffee warm on the go. The food grade plastic keeps your hands protected from hot liquids. It is available for a price of Rs 249 and is a steal at this price!

Lenovo Smart Band With Heart Rate Monitor

This fitness band if for the exercise freak who is on a budget. At a price of Rs 1,299, the fitness band can make for a perfect gift for people who like living a healthy lifestyle. The smartband features a dynamic heart rate monitor. The band can be set to automatically check your heart rate every 15 minutes with 24-hour real-time heart rate monitoring. The activity tracker has features like sedentary reminder, workout tracker which records your steps, distance, calories burned, sleep quality all day. The best part of this band is you don’t have to worry about liquid damage since it is liquid splash and dust proof. It has a Pedometer, Calories and Sleep Monitoring, Bluetooth Enabled and boasts of an OLED Display.

Beauty Lights With USB

What better gift for Diwali than rice lights with a twist! These Beauty lights are made of high quality 0. 4mm copper wire and LEDs. It is also battery powered. This makes it easy to use in areas without a socket nearby. One can plug in their USB port to a power bank, USB adaptor or socket as well! It has a low power consumption and heat insulated copper wire. The light features a warm white and has 20 pcs of LED. The copper wire length is 16.5ft/5m. It is also extremely reasonable at a price of Rs 399.

BoAt Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Some good speakers never go to waste! The Boat Stone 200 is is a waterproof speaker for the active, outdoorsy lifestyle. The construction of the speaker with durable rubber matte finish makes it shock proof, which offers all around outdoor protection against dust and water. You can swim, camp, hike, cycle and do pretty much all you can imagine with it. It’s small, lightweight and handy as well. The speaker uses Bluetooth 4.1 transmission with no loss of audio performance and can be paired with all types of devices that use Bluetooth technology and you can also connect the speaker with aux which is a good thing if you own an Amazon echo or any other device with Alexa support. It is priced at just Rs 1,099 on Amazon and makes for a great Diwali gift for your close ones.

Self Adhesive Led Strip Light

Tech enthusiasts always appreciate good lighting in their studio. This LED strip is a great way to get some ambient lighting in your home, office or studio at a very cheap price. The length of the strip is 5 metres and is warm white in colour. It has self adhesive tape which sticks to your furniture and the light nicely reflects on your walls to give great lighting. Priced at just Rs 336, this is a great option for a Diwali gift.

Noise DSLR Backpack

This is a lightweight DSLR/ Action Camera/ Mobile camera case with adjustable, padded dividers which allow you to customise the camera compartment. It can be a great addition to a photographer’s arsenal and any photographer in your family will be happy to receive it as a gift. It has two internal mesh pockets for accessories which is very handy. Apart from that there are two internal mesh pockets for batteries and an extra memory cards as well. The bag is light weight and has a comfortable soft handle and shoulder straps with softened bands. The camera case in the bag has adjustable padded dividers which helps your camera and equipment fit snugly. With a price of Rs 799 on Amazon, it is very reasonable if we compare it to other camera bags in the market.

November 6, 2018
PUBG Mobile Update To Bring Auto-Rickshaws & Snow
PUBG or PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds is an online multiplayer game that has taken over the mobile gaming industry by storm. With every update the game gets additional features and it recently received the night mode update. A reddit user u/AtomR reports that the PUBGM 0.11 Chinese Beta update brings multiple new features. The Light-speed adds features like MK47 mutant rifle and Tuk-Tuk rickshaw which are already available on the PC version of the game

New Features

Besides the Tuk-Tuk rickshaw and MK 47 mutant rifle, the reddit user reported multiple other additions in the Chinese Light-speed update.
- Guns will get a new Laser sight attachment that will ease in pointing a target at the enemy.
- The Miramar and Erangel areas will get a new weather update which includes rain.
- The new update does not seem to have any Snow Season Map. However snow can be randomly seen in different areas like the current Autumn area.
- The molotov cockatil gets new fire animations.
- New death cam reply feature which enables players to respond to their killer before dying.
The reddit user also shared a link to a YouTube video which he claims to be a trustable source. The video demonstrates almost all the new features from the new update.

Also Read: Samsung Teases Its Foldable Phone, Will Release It Soon

Although the exact date of the update release is not available, we are looking forward to playing the game with these great additions.
November 6, 2018