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• iPhone 14 Might Become the First Series to Get This
• Spectra, One Broadband Move Up in Netflix ISP Speed Index in India
• DD Free Dish Has Grown Immensely in Last Few Years Says Prasar Bharti CEO
• BSNL Trumps Tata Sky by Offering Better 150 Mbps Broadband Plan
• YouTube Brings in Annual Plans for YouTube Premium and YouTube Music Premium
• Tecno Pop 5 Pro Budget Smartphone Launched in India with a Powerful 6000mAh Battery
• Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G vs OnePlus 9RT: Who is the Winner
• WhatsApp Working on a New Feature to Ease User Experience
• Anker Launches 65W 4-Port USB Type-C Power Bank in India, Check Price
• Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G Launched in India for Very Competitive Price

iPhone 14 Might Become the First Series to Get This Posted: 19 Jan 2022 08:24 AM PST There have been multiple rumours already about the next flagship smartphone series from Apple. iPhone 14 series of smartphones from the company is expected to arrive in the latter half of 2022 and is expected to comprise of four models – iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Max, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max. The rumours suggest that the manufacturer will be dropping its 'mini' model from the lineup after the unsuccessful iPhone 13 mini. Now the latest report suggests that, in a first, Apple iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max might arrive with an increased storage option of up to 256GB instead of 128GB for the starting model. Rumours Around iPhone 14 Lineup According to a recent report from MacRumors, analyst Jeff Pu has revealed some new intel on the upcoming iPhone 14 series. To recall, iPhone 13 series consisted of two Pro models in the lineup which were distinguished from the vanilla and the mini model via the camera specs as well as storage options. As far as the camera specs of the devices were considered, all the four devices featured 12MP primary sensors, however, the non-Pro models in the iPhone 13 series lacked telephoto, optical zoom and LiDAR scanner. Moreover, in the iPhone 13 lineup, only the Pro and Pro Max models had 6GB of RAM. But now it has been reported that all the smartphones in iPhone 14 series will feature 6GB of RAM which raises the question that which feature will differentiate Pro models from the non-Pro models. According to Jeff Pu, the upcoming Apple iPhone Pro and iPhone Pro Max models are guaranteed to receive additional onboard storage and both handsets will feature 256GB of storage space in the starting variant, unlike iPhone 13 Pro models which had 128GB of internal storage. Furthermore, it has already been reported that in the upcoming iPhone 14 series all four models will come equipped with a 120Hz refresh rate support on the display unlike the iPhone 13 series that has only two models – iPhone Pro and Pro MAX that feature 120Hz refresh rate. Moreover, it is also speculated that the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max will feature a 48MP camera. All these speculations surrounding the device has definitely increased the hype for the upcoming flagship iPhone 14 Series from Apple.

Spectra, One Broadband Move Up in Netflix ISP Speed Index in India Posted: 19 Jan 2022 06:50 AM PST The ISP Speed Index report from Netflix has witnessed a few changes in the leader board as a couple of broadband companies have moved their place up. The ISP speed index report from Netflix for the month of December is live and there are a few changes this time as compared to the previous month. Spectra and One Broadband have been able to make their way to the top of the leader board. For those unaware, Netflix collects speed data of all the IPSs and shares it with the users for them to make an aware choice while opting for a service. ISP Speed Index Report Choosing an ISP from the top of the leader board can be beneficial for the users as it enhances their overall streaming experience. The Speed Index report for the month of November featured a total of 9 ISPs in the top category which included Jio Giga Fiber, 7 Star Digital, Airtel, Alliance Broadband, Atria Convergence Technologies (ACT), D-VoIS, Excitel Broadband, Hathway, and Tata Sky Broadband. The report released for the month of December, however, marks the addition of two new service providers – Spectra and One Broadband in the top category. The top category ISPs provide on an average 3.6 Mbps of internet speed and for the month of December, it includes 11 ISPs – Jio Giga Fiber, 7 Star Digital, Airtel, Alliance Broadband, Atria Convergence Technologies (ACT), D-VoIS, Excitel Broadband, Hathway, and Tata Sky Broadband, Spectra and One Broadband. Spectra and One Broadband both were included in the second-ranked list of ISPs last month which offer on an average 3.4 Mbps of internet speed. The second rank list for the month of December includes three ISPs – GTPL, Syscon Infoway and You Broadband. The next in the line is ISPs with 3.2 Mbps of average speed that consists of BSNL and Tikona. The government-owned service provider MTNL managed to be at the bottom of the list with an average speed of 2.8 Mbps. The growth of Spectra can be credited to its efficient performance in six major cities across India where it offers broadband connectivity with up to 1 Gbps of internet speed. On the other hand, One Broadband has been providing high-speed internet connectivity in select cities of India.

DD Free Dish Has Grown Immensely in Last Few Years Says Prasar Bharti CEO Posted: 19 Jan 2022 05:25 AM PST Indian free-to-air (FTA) satellite television provider DD Free Dish has transpired to be the enabler of competitiveness in the media and television industry with its presence in more than 40 million Indian households, according to the CEO of Prasar Bharti, Shashi Shekhar Vempati. The statement was made by Prasar Bharti's CEO on Wednesday where he talked about the astounding growth witnessed by the platform in the last few years. Vempati was delivering the keynote at the 18th edition of Video and Broadband Summit (VBS). Growth of DD Free Dish and M&E Industry According to the CEO of Prasar Bharti, when he joined the platform back in 2017, DD Free Dish had its presence in over 2 crore households which have doubled since then. Talking further about the remarkable growth of DD Free Dish, he said that the growth of channels like Dangal and genres such as Bhojpuri has become popular because of the Free Dish user base. He further stated that the platform allows for new channels that have been challenging the bigger media houses. He said that DD Free Dish allows users to subscribe to the content according to their wishes. Talking about the changes that he has witnessed so far in his five-year journey with the company, Vempati said that there has been a remarkable change in the TV and Video viewing industry. These changes can be credited to regulatory interventions, the phasing out of analogue terrestrial TV and the surge in demand for OTT platforms. Talking about the Free Dish itself, the CEO said that the company has transformed into IT-based from paper-based ever since the pandemic has hit. He said that the situation demands the players in the industry to think innovatively and always prioritize technology. It is to be noted that Prasar Bharti has been able to almost double its growth every year, with its YouTube channel registering billions of views every month. The CEO said that most of the technology that is required for the betterment of the M&E industry is imported from other countries and thus the royalties are received by them as well. He said that it is about time India leverages its strength as the biggest media market and largest English-speaking market to build a domestic ecosystem for technology that can support the M&E sector.

BSNL Trumps Tata Sky by Offering Better 150 Mbps Broadband Plan Posted: 19 Jan 2022 04:39 AM PST Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has trumped Tata Sky by offering a better 150 Mbps broadband plan. BSNL Bharat Fibre offers its 150 Mbps plan for Rs 949 per month. At the same time, Tata Sky Broadband offers its same speed plan for Rs 1050 per month. So that's Rs 100 expensive before including taxes. Both the companies offer a free fixed-line voice calling connection with their 150 Mbps broadband plans. So is the price difference the only reason why BSNL's plan is better than Tata Sky's plan? Not quite so, here's what you should know. BSNL Also Bundles in These Benefits Which Tata Sky Doesn't Note that BSNL bundles additional over-the-top (OTT) benefits which Tata Sky doesn't. With BSNL's 150 Mbps plan, users will get access to SonyLIV Premium, ZEE5, Voot Premium, and YUPP TV. Further, with this plan, BSNL is offering a 90% discount of up to Rs 500 on the first month's bill. There's another major difference between the two plans. It is in the amount of fair-usage-policy (FUP) data that is offered to the customer. BSNL offers users 2000GB of 2TB of data per month, while Tata Sky Broadband offers 3300GB or 3.3TB of data. Post the consumption of FUP data, the internet speed for BSNL users with this plan would drop to 10 Mbps. But that really isn't a big issue. There is hardly a user who can consume 2TB of data per month. Even with a big family, it is quite hard to do so with a 150 Mbps plan. So while Tata Sky Broadband offers 3.3TB of monthly data, which is more than what BSNL offers to the users, there's no big advantage that Tata Sky users will get here. It is more or less going to have the same impact on the user. But with the additional benefits offered, BSNL is offering one of the best 150 Mbps plans in the market right now.

YouTube Brings in Annual Plans for YouTube Premium and YouTube Music Premium Posted: 19 Jan 2022 04:19 AM PST The social media giant YouTube is finally bringing in annual plans for YouTube Premium and YouTube Music Premium which will allow users to pay instantly for a 12-months non-recurring subscription. The latest annual plan has been brought in after a long time since the company launched its monthly and quarterly subscription plans. The newly launched annual plans, however, have been limited to only a certain country which includes India and the USA. Furthermore, the company is also offering annual subscription plans at a discounted price and users can get the plan via their android devices or the Web. The Annual Subscription Plans According to the report from 9to5Google, YouTube Premium and YouTube Music Premium have now been made available with annual subscription plans for individual users. Since the plan has been initiated for individual users, it would mean that students and users with family members will not be able to avail the annual plans on their accounts. The introductory offer that has been launched by YouTube on its annual subscription plans will be available until January 23. Talking about the price of the annual plans, YouTube Premium will cost Rs 1,159 for a year for users in India while in the US it has been priced at $107.99. On the other hand, the annual plan for YouTube Music Premium in India has a price tag of Rs 889 while in the US it has been priced at $89.99. Once the end of the introductory offer, the annual subscription for YouTube Premium will cost $ 119.99 whereas the annual plan for YouTube Music premium will cost $99.99 in the US. The price of the annual plans once the promotional offer ends is yet to be disclosed. The monthly cost of YouTube Premium in India is Rs 129 whereas in the US it is $11.99. Furthermore, the monthly plan for YouTube Music Premium costs Rs 99 in India while in the US it is $9.99. A support page from YouTube stated that the annual plan for YouTube Premium and YouTube Music Premium will be available in select countries which are – India, Brazil, Canada, Germany, Japan, Russia, Thailand, Turkey, and the US. Users of Android devices and Web can sign up for the annual plan of YouTube Premium as well as YouTube Music Premium whereas an in-app sign-up option has not been made available for iOS devices.

Tecno Pop 5 Pro Budget Smartphone Launched in India with a Powerful 6000mAh Battery Posted: 19 Jan 2022 02:52 AM PST After multiple rumours surrounding the device, Tecno Pop 5 Pro has finally been launched in India on January 19, Wednesday. The device is the second in the company's Pop Series devices as Tecno Pop 5 was launched last week. The affordable device from the Chinese smartphone maker arrives with a powerful 6000mAh battery and other features such as support for 14 regional languages. The company had also shared a teaser of the device via Twitter just a few days ago, which had already confirmed the massive battery backup. Let's have a look at the other specs and price details of the newly launched Tecno Pop 5 Pro. Specifications of Tecno Pop 5 Pro The latest device in the Pop series comes with a display featuring a 6.52-inch HD+ LCD display with a pixel density of 269ppi and a maximum brightness of 480nits. The device supports a touch sampling rate of 120Hz and has a 90% screen-to-body ratio, as informed by the company. The newly launched Tecno Pop 5 Pro has dual SIM slots and operates on the company's HiOS 7.6 based on Android 11 Go Edition. However, the manufacturer hasn't provided details in regards to the processor that will be powering the device. However, it is known that the chipset in the smartphone is paired up with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of built-in storage. The onboard storage of the device can be expanded up to 256GB via an external memory card. Talking about the camera specifications of the newly launched Tecno Pop Pro 5, the handset features a dual rear camera setup with an 8MP primary lens alongside a secondary AI lens. The rear camera of the device offers support for AI portrait mode, HDR mode and supports filters. The front of the device features a 5MP selfie snapper. The smartphone is backed by a powerful 6000mAh battery capable of offering 54 hours of talk time or 120 hours of music playback, as claimed by the manufacturer. In addition to this, Tecno Pop Pro 5 also supports HiOS specific features such as Vault 2.0, Smart Panel 2.0, Kids Mode, Social Turbo, Dark themes, Peek Proof, Voice Charger, and Anti-Theft alarm. Pricing and Availability The new Tecno Pop Pro 5 has been launched with a single storage variant in India. The device comes at a price tag of Rs 8,999 for the 3GB RAM + 32GB internal storage. The device will be available in three colour options – Deepsea Luster, Ice Blue, and Sky Cyan. The device will be available for purchase via offline retail stores, and the listing of the device on any e-commerce platform is still awaited.

Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G vs OnePlus 9RT: Who is the Winner Posted: 19 Jan 2022 01:47 AM PST The leading Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi has launched its much-awaited Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G on January 19. The device has been launched in a premium smartphone category and will compete with other smartphones in a similar price segment. OnePlus had also launched its anticipated handset OnePlus 9RT last week and will be a competition to the newly launched Xiaomi 11T Pro. Both the manufacturers have launched the devices in a similar price range and can be puzzling for the customers while making a choice. Mentioned below is a detailed comparison between the two newly launched handsets that could facilitate users while making a purchase. Xiaomi 11T Pro vs OnePlus 9RT – Display Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G has been launched in Indian markets with a display featuring a 6.67-inch full-HD+ AMOLED display with support for a 120Hz dynamic refresh rate. The display of the device also supports Dolby Vision, 1000nits of maximum brightness and has a touch sampling rate of 480Hz. The device also features Gorilla Glass Victus for an added layer of protection. OnePlus 9RT on the other hand was launched with a 6.62-inch FHD+ display that can support up to 120Hz of refresh rate, 600Hz of touch sampling rate and 1300nits of maximum brightness. Xiaomi 11T Pro vs OnePlus 9RT – Performance The newly launched Xiaomi 11T Pro comes with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888 SoC which is paired up with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The device also supports the expansion of up to 3GB of additional virtual RAM. The handset runs on Android 11 with MIUI 12.5 on top. The key attraction of the device is its 120W HyperCharge support using which the device can be charged 0 to 100 in just 17 minutes. The handset is backed by a 5000mAh battery. Talking about the OnePlus 9RT, the smartphone comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC coupled with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. OnePlus 9RT features a 4500mAh battery with support for 65W fast-charging that can finish one complete charge in just 29 minutes. The latest device from OnePlus runs on OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 out of the box. Xiaomi 11T Pro vs OnePlus 9RT – Camera Specs Xiaomi 11T Pro has been launched by the company featuring a triple-camera setup at the rear where the primary sensor is a 108MP lens paired with an 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor and a 5MP telemacro shooter with autofocus support. The front of the device features a 16MP selfie shooter. OnePlus 9RT as well comes with a triple rear camera setup featuring a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor along with a 6MP ultra-wide-angle lens and 2MP macro sensor. The front of the OnePlus 9RT features a 16MP Sony IMX471 sensor for selfies and video calls. Xiaomi 11T Pro vs OnePlus 9RT – Price and Final Opinion Xiaomi 11T Pro has been launched in India with three storage variants. The base variant with 8GB+128GB will cost Rs 39,999 followed by Rs 41,999 and Rs 43,999 for the 8GB+256GB and 12GB+256GB variants. Whereas the OnePlus 9RT comes with two distinct storage variants. The base variant with 8GB+128GB is available for Rs 42,999 and the superior memory variant with 12GB+256GB is available for Rs 46,999. Talking about the final verdict, as far as the performance of the devices are considered both Xiaomi 11T Pro and OnePlus 9RT feature identical processors and have similar storage options. However, when it comes to the battery life and charging support, Xiaomi 11T Pro definitely bags a point with its 120W HyperCharge support. Xiaomi 11T Pro also seems to take a lead in the camera department with its 108MP primary camera as well as the pricing of the device is slightly affordable in comparison to the OnePlus 9RT. So even though both the devices have very similar functionality and specifications, it wouldn't be wrong to say that Xiaomi 11T Pro might have an edge over the OnePlus 9RT.

WhatsApp Working on a New Feature to Ease User Experience Posted: 19 Jan 2022 01:14 AM PST Facebook-owned social media giant WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature to ease user experience. Much recently, WhatsApp was spotted testing an in-app chat support feature. It is expected to allow users to report any problems or get help from support directly through a chat window. Note that this is not the first time WhatsApp is testing something like this. The company had earlier tested a similar feature on the beta version of the application, but for some reason, it didn't make it to the stable version. WhatsApp Testing the New Feature for Both iOS and Android According to a report from WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is testing the new feature for both iOS (on version 22.2.72) and Android (on version 2.22.3.5) applications. At present, if you have any issues and go to the Help and then Contact Us option, you will be redirected to a separate window where users will be asked to submit their concerns along with a picture of the same attached. Now WhatsApp is testing the beta version of the application with new chat support for both iOS and Android users. Thus, in the beta version, when a user clicks on the contact us option, a new message is displayed which says, "we will respond to you in a WhatsApp chat". WhatsApp then sends a text message to the customer with its verified account, which has a green tick. The feature is still in the testing phase and might not make it to the final version of the app itself. This feature will allow users to get prompt responses from the application. The company is also working on new drawing tools. WhatsApp will give users more pencils and tools to draw on videos and images they send to their contacts. It will make scribbling on pictures and videos an easier task before users send it. The pencils are reported to come in different sizes.

Anker Launches 65W 4-Port USB Type-C Power Bank in India, Check Price Posted: 19 Jan 2022 12:21 AM PST Anker, a popular consumer electronics brand, has just launched a new power bank for the Indian market. The new 65W power bank from Anker is called 'Powerport Atom III Slim', and it is not a super-affordable product but meant for the premium experience. The speed with which this power bank can charge your laptop and smartphone is unbelievable. Power banks usually don't support super-fast charging speeds. But with the Powerport Atom III Slim, users will be able to get a 65W fast-charging experience. Thus, smartphones such as OnePlus 8T, the OnePlus 9, and more that support fast-charging will now have a power bank to back them up while travelling. Powerport Atom III Slim Price and Specifications in India The Anker Powerport Atom III Slim has launched for Rs 3,999 in India. The product will be available online at a special price at the ongoing Amazon Republic Day Sale. Note that it will also be available on Flipkart. The Powerport Atom III Slim comes with a warranty of 18 months from the date of purchase. The key feature of the power bank is that it can support super-fast charging, has four ports to connect four different devices, but is still ultra-slim and very tiny. All four ports are USB-Type C ports. The Powerport Atom III Slim weighs about 5 oz which is super light. There are four USB Type-C ports present on the power bank where the port powered by IQ 3.0 can deliver a power output of 45W, while the other three USB Type-C ports share a total of 20W power output. Users can comfortably charge all of their Apple products that have a USB Type-C port, such as the MacBook Air 2018 onwards, MacBook Pro, and more. It also comes with safety features such as temperature control, overload protection, and more. As mentioned above, it will be available for customers across India for Rs 3,999 via Amazon India and Flipkart.

Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G Launched in India for Very Competitive Price Posted: 18 Jan 2022 11:39 PM PST Xiaomi has just launched the Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G for the Indian market. The smartphone comes at a very competitive price and will go against the likes of the OnePlus 9RT, Samsung Galaxy S21 FE, Realme GT, iQoo 7 Legend, and more. It is worth noting that Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G was also used to demonstrate a 5G test by Bharti Airtel. The highlights of the Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G are its chipset, stereo speakers from Harman Kardon, 120W fast-charging and 5G support. Let's take a look at the complete specifications and price of the device. Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G Specifications in India Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G has launched with a 6.67-inch full-HD+ AMOLED display with support for 120Hz dynamic refresh rate. The display comes with support for Dolby Vision, 1000nits of maximum brightness and has a touch sampling rate of 480Hz. There is also Gorilla Glass Victus on top for additional protection. The smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 coupled with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Users can also take advantage of the 3GB additional virtual RAM that the smartphone supports. There is a triple-camera setup at the rear where the primary sensor is a 108MP lens paired with an ultra-wide-angle sensor and a 5MP telemacro shooter with autofocus support. The Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G can support Cinematic Filters, Pro-Time Lapse, 8k Video Recording at 30fps, and slow-motion video support with a frame rate of up to 960fps. For selfies and video calling, there's a 16MP sensor at the front. Another major feature of the smartphone is 120W HyperCharge support. The device has a 5000mAh battery inside. The company claims that in just 17 minutes, the phone will charge from 0% to 100%. Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G Price in India Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G comes in three different variants. The base variant with 8GB+128GB will cost Rs 39,999 followed by Rs 41,999 and Rs 43,999 for the 8GB+256GB and 12GB+256GB variants. It will be available in three different colours including Meteorite Gray, Moonlight White, and Celestial Magic starting from 2 PM on Wednesday. The device will be available to purchase from Xiaomi's official website and other offline retailers.

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