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Monday, May 24, 2021

APPLE TV 4K NOW SUPPORTS 4K/60FPS VIDEO PLAYBACK ON GOOGLE YOUTUBE

 


Google YouTube's Apple TV application now supports 4K/60FPS video playback. This is an improvement over the previous upper limit of 30FPS. In October of last year, YouTube added 4K support to its Apple TV app. However, several users were disappointed because the replay function was limited to 30 frames per second. YouTube can now play 4K videos at a rate of 60 frames per second thanks to the latest Apple TV 4K's powerful A12 Bionic processor. Furthermore, the old Apple TV does not support 4K video playback at 60 frames per second

The architecture of the second-generation Apple TV 2021 is identical to that of the first-generation Apple TV 4K. This generation, on the other hand, supports HDR and has a faster A12 Bionic processor. The Siri Remote has been redesigned for the upcoming Apple TV 2021, and it now has a more compact body and a touchpad

NOTE ON THE APPLE TV 4K LAUNCH

Here's what Apple had to say at the launch of the Apple TV 2021

“Apple TV 4K is in a class by itself, utilising a deep integration of Apple hardware, software, and services to include a major upgrade to every TV for the very best cinematic experience,” said Bob Borchers, Apple's vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing. “Apple TV lets customers enjoy their favourite shows, movies, and more in the highest standard, with easy and intuitive controls, thanks to the A12 Bionic and the all-new Siri Remote. Of course, Apple TV provides convenient access to Apple services, as well as access to the App Store's tens of thousands of applications for even more entertainment options.”

Apple claims that the Bionic A12 chip in the Apple TV 2021 would support high-frame-rate HDR (High Dynamic Range). This chip also supports Dolby Vision video and can play 60 frames per second action videos (fps). Apple is partnering with top video providers as consumers continue to stream in high frame rate HDR. FOX Sports, NBCUniversal, Paramount+, Red Bull TV, and Canal+ are among the clients of the firm

YOUTUBE HAS Also ADDED A COUNTER FOR DISLIKES


YouTube writers can now mask the dislike counter under their posts, according to sources. This function is clearly divisive, and many users are dissatisfied with it. Owners of accounts, on the other hand, would be pleased to have more choices. However, it appears that users will now have to compare the number of subscribers to the number of likes on a video to determine if it is worth their time, especially if it is a long video

IN THE FUTURE, THE MI 11 ULTRA REAR SCREEN Would BE MORE USEFUL.

 

Xiaomi unveiled the remaining Mi 11 series devices to the world at the end of March. The Mi 11 Lite, Mi 11 Pro, and, above all, the Mi 11 Ultra were all launched by the company. The Mi 11 Ultra is the undisputed king of Xiaomi's flagship family, as its name implies. It comes with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC, a large battery, impressive features, and a great camera setup. The inclusion of a tiny 1.1-inch monitor slapped next to the camera module on the back is, however, one of the device's most interesting and fascinating features. This panel was introduced by Xiaomi in order to improve the capabilities of the rear camera system. You can, for example, use it as a viewfinder when photographing

The Mi 11 Ultra's rear monitor now supports video recording and a few other camera functions, according to a Weibo article. These features, however, are currently only available in the internal beta edition. Xiaomi is likely sending this update to beta testers so they can see if there are any bugs when using it. The company will release a stable release in the coming weeks if everything goes according to plan

THE ULTRA SECONDARY SCREEN ON THE XIAOMI MI 11 CAN NOW BE USED FOR VIDEO RECORDING
For the time being, users will check their incoming calls and alerts on the 1.1-inch AMOLED monitor. They can also check the battery level and, as previously described, get assistance when taking high-quality selfies. The black screen will now allow video recording functionality, according to the Weibo update. This will be especially useful when users are capturing vlogs with their smartphones' main camera. Furthermore, advanced video capture modes such as time-lapse video, slow-motion, portrait mode, night mode, and others can be monitored
The Mi 11 Ultra and its siblings are available in China, but they have yet to make their way to other countries. Xiaomi had planned to launch it in India, but had to postpone its plans due to an increase in COVID-19 incidents. The phone features a 6.81-inch QHD+ AMOLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, Snapdragon 888 processor, and a 5,000mAh battery


CLUBHOUSE FOR ANDROID OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED IN STABLE VERSION

 


Clubhouse, the influential audio chat application, has been a hit since its launch. Its activities have been copied by many larger applications. Clubhouse, on the other hand, continues to strengthen. This social app was only available for desktop and iOS at the time of its launch. There was, however, no Android version. Nonetheless, everything shifts with the passage of time. Clubhouse for Android beta has been available for download for a few weeks now, according to the company. Clubhouse revealed today that the Android edition of the app is now available for download


Clubhouse began recruiting beta testers for the Android app in early May. Mopewa, an Android artist, shared a screenshot of Clubhouse on a Pixel phone in mid-April.

Clubhouse has an estimated value of approximately $4 billion, one year after its inception. Simultaneously, larger social media outlets such as Twitter and Facebook have followed Clubhouse's lead and introduced similar audio social goods

CLUBHOUSE Would BE UP AGAINST DIFFICULT COMPETITION

Clubhouse has received over 8 million downloads worldwide since its launch. It is, in reality, a new trend among social media behemoths. Facebook, Telegram, Twitter, Mi Talk (Xiaomi), TikTok, Slack, and Instagram all have Clubhouse versions or are working on them. TikTok is working on a rival to the Clubhouse app. This information comes from Reuters, which is a very trustworthy source. Facebook is working on a Clubhouse clone for its Instagram app, according to Alessandro Paluzzi, a well-known tipster. Telegram's Voice Chat 2.0, which has been around since December 2020, is another alternative to Clubhouse

Clubhouse's success, according to experts, is already waning. According to a Sensor Tower survey from March 2021, the number of downloads for the app has decreased by 72 percent since February 2021. SensorTower, on the other hand, did not have an explanation for the large decrease in downloads. The business had just 2.4 million downloads in March 2021, down from 9.5 million in February

Analysts conclude that unless drastic steps are taken, the service will continue to lose popularity. However, with the release of Clubhouse for Android, we should expect a resurgence in downloads. Despite the fact that Clubhouse is just a year old, it already has 134 million users as of the end of March. The company continues to receive millions of monthly updates, which will only increase with the release of Clubhouse for Android



Saturday, May 22, 2021

TIZEN OS HAS BEEN ABANDONED BY SAMSUNG SMARTWATCHES, BUT IT IS STILL AVAILABLE ON TVS.

 

Samsung's Galaxy smartwatch series is rumoured to be abandoning Samsung's own Tizen OS, according to rumours earlier this week. Samsung's smartwatches will now, according to the article, run on Google's Wear OS. The decision was made to increase the watch's compatibility with third-party applications, according to the company

Since Samsung's Tizen OS is used in many of the company's smart TVs, there have been some concerns about the company's plans for the device on televisions. Samsung, on the other hand, has confirmed that Tizen OS will continue to be supported on its televisions. Simply put, Google and Samsung's collaboration is solely focused on smartwatches. The collaboration has little to do with Samsung TVs running Tizen OS. “Tizen is still the default platform for our future smart TVs,” a Samsung spokesperson said


According to Samsung's report, smart TV sales in 2020 will account for 31.8 percent of the global market. For the 15th year in a row, the company has maintained its status as the world's largest television brand. Samsung's Tizen OS will be installed on 12.7 percent of smart TVs worldwide by the end of 2020. This is the most commonly used smart TV operating system at the moment. As a result, Samsung has no incentive to abandon Tizen for its smart TVs. If anything, due to app compatibility, other businesses would use the framework for their own products

TIZEN SYSTEM GETS A SERIOUS CHASE FROM ANDROID TV SYSTEM
At the same time, Google recently announced that the Android TV app is now installed on more than 80 million smartphones around the world. Nonetheless, with 155 million units sold, this is still a long way from Samsung's Tizen OS

It is far from simple to create an entire operating system from the ground up. In reality, while designing the system is easy, finding developers to create applications for it is a challenge. TizenOS has been around for quite some time, but it has never really taken off. This device is available on a few Samsung smartphones. They were, however, almost unnoticed in the smartphone industry. One of the big problems with this operating system is the lack of software. A few years ago, the company had to abandon its TizenOS for smartphones. The condition is the same with Samsung's wearables. The shortage of third-party software seems to be the primary explanation for Samsung's return to Google


Friday, May 21, 2021

ONEPLUS IS WORKING ON A SMARTPHONE WITH MEDIATEK FLAGSHIP.

 


Since the very first flagship, OnePlus has relied on Qualcomm chips to launch its devices. There were rumours in the spring of this year that the company would break with tradition and begin using MediaTek processors. This has not yet occurred, but they are now discussing OnePlus' desire to release a smartphone with a chip from the Taiwanese company

Digital Chat Station, a fairly reputable source, shared information about the new device. He claims that OnePlus is working on a smartphone based on the Dimensity 1200. And that's all the information he gave about the unit. It's expected that the owner of the Dimensity 1200 would be able to upgrade to the OnePlus Nord 2

Remember that the Snapdragon 765G chipset was used in the OnePlus Nord, so the use of the Dimensity 1200 in the successor is a significant move forward. This is an eight-core solution that enables smartphones to have displays that refresh at up to 168 Hz and single cameras with a resolution of 200 megapixels. The graphics subsystem Mali-G77 MP9 is in charge of graphics processing

Last year, OnePlus chose to go for the mid-range market and introduced the Nord collection, with the Nord serving as the firstborn. Later, the OnePlus Nord N10 and Nord N100 were revealed. According to rumours, the Nord CE 5G will be released this year as part of this family


ONEPLUS is a company that offers a variety of services

OnePlus is doing well. According to Counterpoint Research, the company experienced strong growth in India in the last year. OnePlus recently released official figures on its European operations. Without exaggeration, it's surprising

According to reports, sales in the European Union increased by 388 percent in the first three months of 2021, almost fivefold over the same period last year. Meanwhile, revenue from European sales increased by 286 percent, owing in part to the success of the company's flagship smartphones. According to published reports, senior smartphones accounted for 65 percent of the company's overall EU sales in the first quarter of 2021. The remainder of the sales came from accessories and the Nord series of mid-range smartphones

OnePlus is optimistic in its European shipments and does not expect them to fall, despite the fact that nearly all smartphone makers are currently experiencing chip shortages. According to the company, it has an unusual partnership with its manufacturing partners, which helps it to make reasonably reliable product shipment forecasts

CHALLENGE FLAGSHIPS ON THE MARKET WITH THE GOOGLE PIXEL 6 PRO CAMERA



Despite the fact that the Google Pixel series smartphones are excellent, they have not yet achieved the level of popularity that was expected. With the release of the Google Pixel 6, however, something could change. The latter will have a completely new style

NEW GOOGLE PIXEL 6 SERIES DESIGN

To begin, there will be two models in the Google Pixel 6 line: a standard edition and a Pro edition. Various sources, including Front Page Tech and leaker Jon Prosser, have told us about this. Furthermore, another leaker, Max Weinbach, has confirmed the Pixel 6's validity. It's important to note that we're not talking about the colours here, but rather the overall look


NEW GOOGLE PIXEL 6 SERIES DESIGN

To begin, there will be two models in the Google Pixel 6 line: a standard edition and a Pro edition. Various sources, including Front Page Tech and leaker Jon Prosser, have told us about this. Furthermore, another leaker, Max Weinbach, has confirmed the Pixel 6's validity. It's important to note that we're not talking about the colours here, but rather the overall look

The lower model should have two image sensors, one for the main camera and one for the ultra-wide camera. The third sensor, a periscope shooter, will be added to the Pro model. A sensor like this has never been used on a Google Pixel phone before. If reports are to be believed, it will have a 5x optical zoom

Another fascinating interface feature we'd like to talk about is Google's three-tone design. Prior to this, all Google Pixel phones had a dual-tone design. However, this is about to change. The Google Pixel 6 series phones will have a more neutral colour across two-thirds of the back panel, as seen in the renders. As previously mentioned, these final products can come in a variety of colours. The renders, on the other hand, display a white-black-orange colour scheme, a champagne gold-black-gold finish, and a champagne gold-black-orange colour scheme. The frames on the first two are black, while the last one is gold

The Google Pixel line of phones has been more squared in general. The display's bezels are still impressively thin (and appear to be uniform). There is a hole in the upper centre field on the front. The Google Pixel 5, for example, has a front camera in the left corner. In addition, the new phones will have a fingerprint reader built into the screen. Finally, the rear-mounted scanners will be phased out by Google



FLIPKART HAS REVEALED THE SPECS OF THE MOTOROLA MOTO 360 (3RD GEN)

 


With the introduction of the Moto 360, Motorola made a name for itself in the smart wearables industry. Motorola revolutionised the industry by introducing a circular smartwatch that looked just like a typical smartwatch, although other companies stuck with square displays. While circle type factors are fairly popular nowadays, Motorola takes credit for being the first to introduce them. The Moto 360 was a huge hit, and a year later, a sequel was released, but it didn't do as well as the original. Motorola has decided to put the lineup on hold until 2021, when it will be reintroduced. The new Moto 360 (3rd generation) will be released in the coming days


SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE MOTO 360 (3RD GENERATION)

The upcoming smartwatch will have a 1.2-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 390 x 390 pixels. The screen will also be scratch-resistant, but it is unknown what technology will be used. A stainless steel circular dial with two buttons on the right edge will be featured on the unit

The wearable will, as anticipated, include a number of health and fitness-related features. Heart rate tracking, step counting, calorie counting, and other features are included in the smartwatch. The smartwatch is equipped with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage, which is adequate for a system of this kind. The wearable will have a one-day battery life and can be charged in 60 minutes. A Snapdragon Wear 3100 SoC provides the smartwatch with its strength. A SpO2 sensor is not listed on Flipkart, and this feature will undoubtedly be missed


The watch will also be waterproof to 30 metres, making it ideal for monitoring swimming activities. In terms of tech, Motorola will continue to work with Google to bring the latest refreshed WearOS to market. Except for Android Go smartphones, users will be able to connect the smartwatch with any smartphone running Android 6.0 or later. iOS 12.0 or higher is needed for iPhone users. Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi b/g/n, NFC, GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, and Galileo are among the networking options. It's just 52 grammes thick and 11.68mm thick

The Moto G360 (3rd generation) would undoubtedly be sold on the Indian e-commerce website. The smartwatch will be available on Flipkart for INR 19,999. The smartwatch is available in two colour options: black and grey. Unfortunately, the release date is still unknown, but the fact that it has appeared on Flipkart means that it will be available soon


THE REDMI NOTE SERIES HAS SOLD OVER 200 MILLION COPIES IN THE WORLD.


The Redmi Note series is still one of Xiaomi's most successful smartphone lines. The mid-range smartphone series has taken the world by storm in recent years thanks to low prices, good hardware and cameras, and long battery life. The Redmi Note, a larger version of the original Redmi system, debuted in 2014 as the first device in the Note series. With the Redmi Note 4, the lineup gained more momentum, and the Note 8 gained worldwide fame. Xiaomi is now optimistic that the Redmi Note 10 series will continue to sell well until the end of the year. The business has announced that it has sold 200 million units worldwide to date

The Redmi Note series is one of the most successful budget smartphones, and it has recently surpassed those in the mid-range flagship category. Since the Note 3 series, the lineup has gained a lot of traction in countries like India

THE REDMI NOTE SERIES IS CURRENTLY ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR SMARTPHONE LINEUPS IN THE WORLD.

The initial Note was one of Samsung's least impressive smartphones to date, costing around INR 10,000 (US$137). Xiaomi made a huge splash in India in 2014. The Xiaomi Mi 3 and the Redmi 1S were among the smartphones carried by the company. These devices raised the bar for user standards to new heights. After all, the company was offering good specs at a reasonable price, while other well-known brands like Samsung and LG (yes) were selling flagships that were significantly more costly. Not to mention some companies' mid-range smartphones, which were absolutely awful

The initial Note was also one of the best smartphones on the market at the time. Many reviewers and analysts, however, pointed out that it fell short of Xiaomi's expectations for the rest of the year. The Xiaomi Mi 3 and Redmi 1S defied industry expectations. In terms of what consumers should expect in the budget market, the devices changed the industry


Although the original smartphone was not a huge hit, the sequels were a huge hit. The Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 9 series are currently available for purchase in international markets. The Note 10 series, which has been available since March, will now be available in China. The Note 10 Pro and Note 10 Ultra, on the other hand, will be brand new smartphones

According to the Chinese business, the Note 9 has sold 45.2 million units worldwide. Since 2014, this has accounted for more than 20% of all Redmi Note devices sold worldwide. The figures reflect the increasing popularity of the Redmi Note series each year. This year, the company added high-refresh displays and AMOLED technology to the lineup for the first time 

IN JUST ONE MONTH, REALME SOLD OVER ONE MILLION SMARTPHONES.

 


Despite the global pandemic, the smartphone industry continues to perform admirably. While there might be a year-over-year decline in sales, we cannot conclude that individual producers are struggling. According to Xu Qi, vice president of Realme, the company's smartphones have sold over 1 million units in China in just one month. According to Xu Qi, competing in the Chinese market is difficult. He also said that there have been several scary moments in the two years since Realme entered the Chinese smartphone market


“Two years ago, the dilemma we faced was whether there was a possibility for a new player,” Xu said. Is Realme able to compete in such a crowded market?”


The Chinese manufacturer changed its product strategy in early 2020 and suggested "Comprehensive 5G." Realme China's goods have all been 5G since then. “For Realme at the time, it meant giving up a piece of the market and opening up more possibilities,” Xu Qi said. This was a gut-wrenching decision”

The company also revealed its 2021 "dual platform + dual flagship" plan in February of this year. It will use both the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 series and the MediaTek Dimensity series dual flagship 5G platforms to build two flagship series for mid-to-high-end devices. These flagships will concentrate on performance and photography

ON MAY 24TH, REALME WILL HOLD A LUNCH EVENT.

Realme has a couple of smartphones that are currently doing well, such as the Realme GT and GT Neo. According to rumours, the company will still release another GT smartphone. A few days ago, Realme released an official teaser teasing the launch of a new GT smartphone next week. So far, speculation has pointed to the Realme GT Neo Flash Edition as the device in question. The official poster specifies that the Realme launch event will take place on May 24. It will start at 19:00 p.m. (local time)

The size on the Realme GT Neo is 6.43 inches and has a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels. The refresh rate on this monitor is 120 Hz, which is the industry norm for flagships. This computer has a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 processor and up to 12GB of RAM. This computer has a 64MP main camera, as well as an 8MP ultra-wide and 2MP macro sensor in the camera department. There is a 16MP camera on the front. Furthermore, this smartphone runs Android 11 with the Realme UI 2.0


THE REDMI NOTE 9 SERIES HAS SOLD OVER 45 MILLION UNITS.

 


Redmi officially revealed yesterday that the Redmi Note 10 series will go live on May 26 at 14:00. The Redmi Note 10 will be equipped with a flagship processor, according to the manufacturer, making it a great tenth-generation King Kong. “In the face of a global core shortage, the tenth generation of King Kong insists on the popularization of high-end products,” the company said. Xiaomi's CEO, Lei Jun, also announced that the Redmi Note 9 series has sold over 45.2 million units worldwide since its launch


He expresses his gratitude to all users around the world for their support and belief in "King Kong." “On May 26th, we will launch the new Note 10 with real heart, in response to the love and anticipation of millions of Mi Fans,” he continued

The Redmi Note 9 series was published in China on November 26 of last year. The Snapdragon 750G processor and a 108-megapixel camera power the Redmi Note 9 Pro. The Redmi Note 9 5G, on the other hand, has a Dimensity 800U and a “star” rear camera design. The 4G version of the Redmi Note 9 has a Snapdragon 662 processor, a 6000 mAh battery, 18W fast charging, and weighs just 198 grammes

The Redmi Note 9 series is made up of these three units. Xiaomi claims that the Redmi Note series has sold over 200 million units


The Redmi Note 10 is expected to have a Dimensity 700 processor, according to sources. This kit will be available in four colours: blue, nebula grey, silver, and green. In addition, a variant with the Dimensity 900 processor will be available in this series. It's possible that this is a Redmi Note 10 Pro variant

NOTE 10 REDMI SPECULATION

According to current rumours, the Redmi Note 10 will have a 6.42-inch AMOLED display. This smartphone will have a thin punch-hole camera on the front. The back of this smartphone resembles the Redmi K40 series in appearance