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Nothing Phone (1) Hands-On Video Shows Design From All Angles; Familiar Yet Unique!

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Highlights

  • Nothing Phone (1) hands-on video shows full design
  • Flaunts flat frame design with a punch-hole camera cutout
  • Recent Geekbench listing hints Snapdragon 778G processor

Nothing Phone (1) is the latest talk of the town. The first-ever smartphone that will be announced on July 12 by the Carl-Pei-led brand Nothing is consistently making it to the headlines in one way or the other. Nothing itself has released several teasers leaving a little to imagine. We already have seen the unique transparent back design. The rumor mill and the official teasers have also detailed all the features. Adding on to the set of information available is the full spec sheet along with the hands-on video shared by popular Youtuber MKBHD.

Nothing Phone (1) Hands-On Video Out Ahead Of Launch

The Nothing Phone 1’s transparent back design has already created hype in the smartphone market. The live hands-on video of the first Nothing smartphone shared by tech YouTuber MKBHD shows how the device looks in real life. Ever since the official teasers showcasing the design started floating online, users have been pointing out the resemblance with iPhones. However, the hands-on video shows the Nothing Phone (1) unique design with a compact form factor.

The frames are flat and the front panel has a small punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera. The transparent back panel has LED rings that make it stand out from the crowd. At the bottom, this LED strip will indicate the battery percentage. This is one cool feature that any Android smartphone has offered in recent times.  

The Youtuber goes on to reveal the option for rear LED light customizations. It is said to support synchronization with ringtones for a unique effect with calls and notifications.  The hands-on video also shows the power key on the left and the volume key on the right panel.

At the bottom, the Nothing Phone (1) packs the USB Type-C port, the speaker grille, and the SIM card tray. We are not sure if the Nothing Phone (1) has a dedicated 3-way SIM card slot or a hybrid SIM slot.

Expected Nothing Phone (1) Specifications And Features

The Nothing Phone (1) specifications have been leaked on numerous occasions. The first Nothing Android phone will be arriving as a premium mid-range phone that will run on the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processor. The smartphone could come with a 6.5-inch AMOLED display with 90Hz refresh rate and an FHD+ screen resolution.

The Nothing Phone (1) might offer up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage configuration and ship with Android 12 OS. Notably, a fresh Geekbench listing of the Nothing Phone (1) shared by tipster Mukul Sharma has suggested the Snapdragon 778G gaming chipset. Now, we are not sure which processor will exactly power the Nothing Phone (1) and expect some clarity from the brand on the same. That said, we will update you with the further details on the Nothing Phone (1). So, stay tuned with us.

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How To Record Calls On An iPhone? Here Are The Steps

Recording a phone call on an Android smartphone is quite simple. However, things get tricky on the iPhone as they don’t ship with a built-in call recorder. Apple doesn’t really provide third-party apps access to the Phone app or the ability to record the microphone. Therefore, iPhone owners who want to record calls on their phones must hunt for alternatives. In India, there are a few options for recording calls on an iPhone.

One could desire to record a call for several reasons. It might be an interview, a crucial discussion, or anything else that could be useful in the future. We can assist you if you’re unsure of how to record an iPhone call.

How To Record Calls On An iPhone

You can record calls on the Apple iPhone using a few different methods. Some of these techniques call for additional hardware such as a recording device or an extra phone.

Steps To Record A Call On iPhone Using Apple’s Voice Memo App

Using Apple’s Voice Memo app is one of the simplest ways to record calls on the iPhone. In order to record the calls, you’ll need a second device like an iPhone, iPad, iPod, or Mac.

You can make the call on your iPhone and record it as a voice note on the Apple device you’re using, using the Voice Memo app. However, in order to record a call using this method, you’ll need to place the call on a loudspeaker. Here’s what you need to do once you have the step-up ready:

Step 1: On your iPhone or iPad, open the Voice Memos app.

Step 2: Tap the record button to start recording.

Step 3: Once you are done with the recording, press the button again.

Record A Call On iPhone Using A Third-Party App

You can use third-party apps to record calls on your iPhone. But some apps may cost you money. There are several free apps such as Rev Voice Recorder, Otter, TapeACall Pro, and Phone Call Recorder – ACR. These are available for free on the App Store that lets you record your calls. You can even share your recordings without paying anything. You will only be asked to pay if you want the recorded call to be transcribed.

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Asus ROG Phone 6 TENAA Certifed; World’s First Flagship Gaming Phone With 165Hz Display, SD 8+ Gen 1, And 18GB RAM

Asus is bringing a new gaming handset for the masses. The next flagship Asus ROG series gaming phone will be succeeding the ROG Phone 5 and will carry the ROG 6 moniker. The ROG phone 6 has already started making splashes via leaks and has also cleared its certifications from a bunch of mobile authentication portals. The Asus ROG Phone 6 has now cleared and got certified by yet another Chinese mobile authentication platform which not just confirms the upcoming launch but also some interesting details related to the next flagship Asus gaming phone.

Asus ROG Phone 6 TENAA Certification Reveals Some Interesting Facts

The Asus ROG Phone 6 has been spotted at the Chinese mobile regulatory TENAA with AI2201_B the model number. Previously, this handset cleared 3C mobile certification in China with the same model number. Going by the TENAA listing, it is clear Asus is setting new standards in the premium smartphone league.

The Asus TENAA listing mentions a humongous 6.78-inch display panel. The display type would be AMOLED. While the screen refresh rate is not listed, a 165Hz refresh rate is tipped. With this the ROG Phone 6 will be one of the first flagship Android phones in the market to deliver such a high display refresh rate.

The Asus ROG Phone’s front panel is said to accommodate a 12MP camera for selfies and video chats. The gaming phone’s back panel will be packed with a 64MP main camera as per the TENAA listing. The remaining camera hardware is not revealed as of now. But we should get the details in the coming days.

The TENAA listing also confirms the upcoming ROG 6 series chipset details. According to the listing, the ROG Phone 6 will be driven by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. Considering no other major smartphone OEM has announced their upcoming flagship with the same premium Qualcomm chipset before July 5, it would be safe to assume the ROG Phone 6 will be the world’s first SD 8+ Gen 1 SoC-powered phone.

Furthermore, the TENAA listing also suggests the Asus ROG Phone 6 will arrive with a whopping 18GB RAM capacity. This information along with the above details corroborates with the recent leaks. An in-display fingerprint scanner is expected to handle the privacy aspects. Lastly, the TENAA listing reveals 2,925 mAh dual-cell battery unit (rated capacity). The total value of the battery could likely be 6,000 mAh.

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Google Maps, Search Now Has An ‘LGBTQ+ Owned Businesses’ Label

Key Highlights

  • Google is adding the ‘LGBTQ+ Owned’ label on Maps and Search
  • The new label is available for US locations only
  • Google added the capability to report harassment to the new LGBTQ+ label

As the Pride month continues, Google has taken an initiative to support LGBTQ+ owned attributes to business profiles Search and Maps. The LGTBQ+ label is an addition to a variety of other labels on Google Maps. These attributes are designed to aid users in finding and supporting local businesses.

The new label joins the current options available to merchants including Black-owned, Latino-owned, veteran-owned, and women-owned businesses. The ‘LGBTQ+ friendly’ and ‘transgender safespace’ labels that are displayed on company profiles on Search and Maps are further expanded with this label.

The tech giant announced that the new LGBTQ+ label will be accessible to businesses in the US. Its availability in the other markets is at large. In order for them to use it, their profiles must be validated. The company said that once verified profiles apply for the label, their business will show up as LGBTQ+ owned on Maps, as well as on Search.

On a support page, Google states that self-identification is optional and is presently only available to retailers with US locations. The identification attributes can be used by customers to filter for businesses.

Business owners need to go to their profile, click on “edit profile,” and then choose “business details” in order to add the label. There will be a list of categories that business owners can choose from under the “more” option.

Additionally, Google has also added the option to report any harassment to the new LGBTQ+ label. This tool becomes a part of the set of resources that are already provided by Google Maps for people looking for LGBTQ+ friendly businesses. “LGBTQ friendly” and “Transgender safespace,” among others are some of the labels that are aimed at helping such people.

Although it’s currently a US-only initiative, it’s unclear whether Google will add more labels to Google Search and Maps in the UK. According to Google, the decision was made as the number of Americans identifying as LGBTQ+ members have grown.

Google has not specified when or if the new LGBTQ+ label will be made available to businesses outside of the US – at least in markets where the LGBTQ population is acknowledged.

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Want To Change Your Instagram Username? Here’s How To Do It

A crucial part of your Instagram profile is your username. It not only can provide a flavor of what you want your feed to convey but it can also be the quickest way to direct someone toward your account. What if you want to change it, though? Whether it’s because you’ve outgrown your current handle or you simply want a new label? Well, read on to find everything on how you can change your Instagram username.

Since the username serves as the account’s primary means of identification, many social media platforms won’t let you change it once you’ve created the account. Though, Instagram does allow you to modify it at any time. You can change your display name and username using the iPhone or Android phone on the mobile app or your computer in a web browser.

How To Change Your Instagram Username?

Your display name can be anything you like, but it must be unique. Your Instagram username can’t already be in use by someone else. If your preferred username is not available, Instagram will let you know. Until you select an original username, you cannot save your modifications. Here’s the step-by-step guide on how you can change your username on both app and web:

Steps To Change Username In Instagram App

Step 1: On your mobile phone, open the Instagram app and sign in to your account.

Step 2: In the bottom right corner of the screen, click on your profile icon.

Step 3: Then, click on the option ‘Edit Profile’ beneath your bio.

Step 4: In the username field, type your new username.

Step 5: In the top right corner of the app, tap ‘Done’. Then tap the Done option again.

Steps To Change Instagram Username On The Web

Step 1: Log into your account by opening Instagram.com in a web browser.

Step 2: In the top right corner of the window, tap your profile icon.

Step 3: Click the Settings button.

Step 4: Then, tap the Edit Profile option.

Step 5: In the Username section, type your new username.

Step 6: At the bottom of the page, click Submit and you are done.

In our earlier coverage, we have provided a list of some of the most unique Instagram usernames names for girls. You can check it out here.

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Xiaomi Might Launch Redmi K50i Smartphone Soon In India: Check Details

Xiaomi is likely to launch a new smartphone under the K series in the Indian market. Notably, the Chinese smartphone maker is expected to bring Redmi K50i 5G to India soon. However, there are high chances that the upcoming smartphone might be rebranded version of the Redmi Note 11 Pro and the Redmi Note 11T Pro+ that are already available in China. 

According to a 91Mobiles report, the Redmi K50i 5G will be launched soon in India. So, let’s find out the details of the upcoming smartphone, which is somehome like the Redmi Note 11T Pro. But, the exact timeline of the device is not known yet. 

Redmi K50i Smartphone: Expected Specifications

The report said that the device is expected to have a 6.6-inch FHD+ IPS LCD display along with Dolby vision, 650 nits’ brightness, and 144Hz refresh rate. Besides, the device will have MediaTek Dimensity 8100 processor that is paired with a MediaTek chipset 6GB+ 128GB and 8GB+ 128GB. This is quite like Redmi Note 11T Pro. 

The device is expected to have a 5080mAh battery along with a 67W fast charging capacity. In addition, the device will have a triple rear camera at the back, including 64MP + 8MP + 2MP. 

The front camera supports a 16MP camera. You will also find stereo speakers, a headphone jack, Dolby Atmos, and a flat frame. The smartphone weighs 200 grams and measures 163.6×74.3×8.8mm. 

Redmi Note 11T Pro specifications

For the unaware, the Redmi Note 11T Pro comes with a 6.6-inch FHD+ display Dolby Vision, DC Dimming, punch-hole cutout, narrow bezels, a 144Hz pixels resolution, and Corning Gorilla Glass layer. the device is also powered with MediaTek Dimensity 8100 processor and runs Android 12-based MIUI 13 custom skin out of the box.

Moving to the imaging department, where Redmi Note 11T Pro has a triple camera on the back panel, including a 64MP primary sensor, 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. You will also find 16MP on the front. 

Furthermore, the device has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Hi-Res audio, Dolby Atmos, stereo speakers, and a USB Type-C port. The smartphone gets power from a 5080mAh battery along with a 67W wired fast charging support. On the connectivity front, the device has 5G, 4G LTE, USB Type-C port, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, and NFC.

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Mystery Xiaomi Tablet’s Launch Inches Closer Post CMIIT Certification; Is It The Redmi Pad 5 Or Xiaomi Pad 6 Series?

Highlights

  • Mystery Xiaomi tablet with 22081281AC gets CMIIT certified in China
  • It could be the upcoming Redmi-labelled tablet
  • Xiaomi Pad 6 series tablets also in works

Xiaomi is one of those smartphone OEMs that have also ventured into the Android tablet segment. The Chinese tech giant has launched multiple tablet models with Redmi, Mi, and Xiaomi monikers. The Xiaomi Pad 5 was the last Android tablet model by Xiaomi which is rumored to get a successor soon in the form of the Xiaomi Pad 6. The recent online leaks have hinted at as many as four new upcoming Xiaomi/ Redmi-labelled Android tablets in the market. One of the mystery Xiaomi tablets has cleared its certification via CMIIT which hints at an upcoming launch. What else the certification portal has revealed related to the next Redmi Pad series tablet? Read the details here:

Unknown Xiaomi Tablet Gets Certified: Is It Redmi Pad 5 Or Xiaomi Pad 6?

A new leaked post on the Chinese microblogging website Weibo suggests the upcoming Redmi-labelled Android tablet has cleared its certification via CMIIT (China Ministry of Industry and Information Technology). The model number for the mystery Xiaomi tablet is 22081281AC whose shortened build number is L81AC. Now for reference, four unidentified Xiaomi tablets were leaked recently out of which the L81AC was one of the models.

The L81, L82, and the L83 were the remaining variants that were tipped to be under development via past leaks. It is worth adding that the L81AC model number is tipped for the upcoming Redmi tablet model, while the remaining variants are said to belong to the new-generation Xiaomi Pad 6 series tablets.

Unfortunately, the CMIIT certification listing doesn’t reveal the exact hardware details of the alleged Redmi Pad tablet. It only confirms an upcoming launch, but not the exact timeline. There are several other reports that the next Redmi Pad tablet along with the Xiaomi Pad 6 series tablets will be getting certified via 3C and TENAA in China in the coming months.

The Xiaomi Pad 6 series is expected to be a premium mid-range tablet series that might be packed with the Snapdragon 870 chipset. We are waiting for the rumor mill to shed some clear insight into the upcoming Redmi Pad 5 and Xiaomi Pad 6 series tablet’s features and global launch timeline. We will keep you posted with the details once announced.

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Best Gaming Consoles In India That Every Gamer Should Have

It’s challenging to meet your need for gaming. If you genuinely need a new gaming console in 2022, it is not surprising. However, there are so many choices available that it becomes a task to filter and choose one. There are Sony with the PlayStation 5, Microsoft with the Xbox Series X, and Nintendo with the Switch among others. In this post, we’ve compiled a list of the top gaming consoles available in India right now.

Sony PlayStation 5

The Sony PS5 is one of the most popular home video gaming consoles in the world. It has the AMD Zen 2 microarchitecture-based custom 8-Core / 16-Thread processor. A 10 teraFLOP GPU based on the AMD RDNA 2 ‘Navi’ architecture is paired with the PS5. Games can run on this at 4K@120Hz and HDR. Additionally, it offers 8K@60Hz thanks to HDMI 2.1 support. There are two variants of the Sony PlayStation 5: the standard and digital editions. Both versions are available for Rs. 49,990 and Rs. 39,990, respectively.

Microsoft Xbox Series X

The Microsoft Xbox Series X is the next gaming console on our list. It has a custom 8-Core / 16-Thread AMD Zen 2 processor. With its blazing-fast 12 teraFLOP GPU, the Series X can effortlessly handle most games at 4K 60 FPS. The Xbox Game Pass is the main reason for purchasing an Xbox. Xbox Game Pass is a monthly subscription service that allows you access to over 300 games that you can freely download and play. The Microsoft Xbox Series X is available in India at Rs. 49,990.

Nintendo – Version 2 Switch with Joy-Con

The Nintendo – Version 2 Switch with Joy-Con is a great pick if you want something for gaming on the go. It allows you to enjoy games at home or traveling. Players can also connect this Nintendo Switch gaming console to enjoy HD gaming on their television. The battery life lies in the range of 4.5 to 9 hours. The Nintendo Switch Joy‑Con – Version 2 can be purchased at Rs. 25,990 in India.

NXTPOWER NXT_SP05 4GB PSP Games

The NXTPOWER NXT_SP05 4GB PSP is a decent option to go with if you’re seeking an affordable gaming console. It is made of top-notch ABS plastic and is available in white color. The gaming console is available with an adapted AV cable and can be connected to your television. It has an AV external interface and supports the video input. This console is available with an in-built 10000 classical games and has a memory of 4GB.

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WhatsApp Hacks: How To Permanently Delete, Turn Off Chat Backups On WhatsApp?

WhatsApp is one of the most commonly used instant messaging applications by Android and iOS mobile users. The Meta-owned messaging platform is also accessible to laptop and OC users (Windows and MacOS) as well. WhatsApp has already released a myriad of updates to both its mobile app and the desktop version. Since this application is designed specifically for private conversations, you get plenty of options that assist with texting and also voice/video calling.

The end-to-end encryption module is what makes WhatsApp one of the most preferred choices for mobile communication on all Android and iOS devices. WhatsApp also has a strong cloud backup support system that lets users take a backup of their chats and other media which can be accessed even if the user replaces his/her old device and shifts to a new model.

Taking up chat backups is a simple process. You can also schedule automatic chat backups over Wi-Fi or mobile data on both Android and iOS devices. But are you aware that you can also delete the WhatsApp chat backups if don’t wish to restore the old messages while setting it up on any new device?

Now, you might be wondering why would you need to delete the chat backup on WhatsApp? Well, this is required to delete chats permanently. If in case you delete chats from your respective smartphones after the backup, they don’t get removed permanently from the backups. This is why deleting the entire chat backup may be required.

And to do so, you don’t have to perform any tricky steps. Also, deleting WhatsApp chat backups is one of the ways to free up some additional space in your Google Drive. That’s because all the WhatsApp chat backup data is generally stored in Google Drive. But how do you delete the WhatsApp chat backup permanently? Read on for the steps:

Steps To Permanently Delete/ Turn Off WhatsApp Chat Backups In Your Android, iOS Smartphones?

Step 1: To delete WhatsApp chat backup, you will have to perform the steps on Google drive. Open and launch the Google Drive on your handsets.

Step 2: Click on the three horizontal lines icon placed on the top left corner right next to the search tab.

Step 3: Select the “Backups” option.

Step 4: You will see the list of all applications whose backup is toggled on (WhatsApp included).

Step 5: Right next to WhatsApp’s name on the list, you’ll see the three vertical dots option. Tap on it.

Step 6: Select “Turn off backup” if you wish to stop the automatic WhatsApp chat backup.

Step 7: If you want to delete the WhatsApp chat backup permanently, select the second option, i.,e “Delete backup”. That’s it. Your WhatApp chat backup will be deleted permanently.

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Asus ROG Flow Z13 And TUF Dash F15 Gaming Laptop Unveiled In India: All Details

Key Highlights

  • Asus launched its new ROG Flow 13 2-in-1 gaming tablet
  • The company also unveiled the Asus TUF Dash F15 gaming laptop
  • The TUF Dash F15 price starts at Rs. 90,990 in India

Asus has unveiled its new ROG Flow 13 2-in-1 gaming tablet in India along with the Asus TUF Dash F15 gaming laptop. The new line of gaming devices features NVidia RTX GPUs coupled with Intel’s 12th generation Core processors.

Asus ROG Flow Z13: Specifications

There are two display options available for the Asus ROG Flow Z13 gaming tablet. A 13.4-inch full-HD (1,920×1,200 pixels) panel with 120Hz is the first choice. It has a 16:10 aspect ratio, and 500 nits peak brightness.

The second display option is a 13.4-inch Ultra-HD (3,840×2,400 pixels) display. It has a lower 60Hz refresh rate. Both the displays offer Adaptive-Sync support, Dolby Vision HDR, and touch and stylus support.

The Asus ROG Flow Z13 is powered with up to a 14-core Intel Core i9-12900H CPU. You can choose from the option 512GB or 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD.

The Asus tablet is equipped with up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti GPU for graphics. It has a 4GB DDR6 VRAM and MUX switch which is said to lower in-game lag times and increase performance by up to 10%.

The Asus ROG Flow Z13 has Bluetooth v5.2 and Wi-Fi 6 as connectivity options. The tablet has a Thunderbolt 4 DisplayPort, a ROG XG Mobile Interface, one each of USB Type-A (2.0) and USB Type-C (3.2 Gen 2) port, and a card reader.

Asus ROG TUF F15: Specifications

The Asus ROG TUF F15 has a new revamped design. It comes with a mecha-inspired aluminium lid. It has two display options: a 15.6-inch full-HD IPS-level display with a refresh rate of 144 Hz and a 15.6-inch WQHD IPS-level display with a refresh rate of 165 Hz.

Under the hood, the laptop can be packed with up to a 12th generation Intel Core i7-12650H processor. It has up to 16GB DDR5 SDRAM. Additionally, there are SO-DIMM slots that can support up to 32GB of RAM.

The Asus ROG TUF F15 has 512GB/1TB M.2 NVME PCIe 3.0 SSD. It comes with (up to) Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 GPU with 8GB GDDR6 VRAM.

The laptop has a Dolby Atmos two-speaker system, a backlit chiclet keyboard, an HD camera with an array microphone, and AI noise cancellation technology.

As for connectivity options, it has Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth v5.2. Ports. The Asus ROG TUF F15 includes a Thunderbolt 4 DisplayPort, two each of USB Type-A (3.2), USB Type-C ports as well as an HDMI 2.0b, 3.5mm audio jack combo, and an RJ45 LAN port.

Asus ROG Flow Z13 And Asus ROG TUF F15: Price

The Asus ROG Flow Z13 has been priced in India at Rs. 1,36,990. It will be available for purchase on the Asus online store, Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, ROG Stores, Vijay Sales, and Reliance Digital.

On the other hand, the Asus TUF Dash F15 will cost you Rs. 90,990. It will be accessible through the same channels.