Smartphones are like gold mines of personal information in today’s technologically advanced world. However, what occurs if your device is compromised by a hacker? Although it is concerning, the harm can be minimized by remaining composed and taking actions quickly. Here are some actions you should do immediately to recover control and safeguard your digital life if you think your phone has been compromised.
Although becoming a victim of phone hacking might be upsetting, you can minimize harm and safeguard your data by acting quickly. Remain alert at all times, avoid clicking on suspicious links, stay away from dangerous Wi-Fi networks, and keep your software updated. You may reduce future threats and secure your digital life by following these procedures.
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If you’re a Jio subscriber, there’s a great news for you. Jio has launched a new Rs. 601 voucher, offering unlimited 5G data for a year. This plan is not just affordable but also a great option for gifting. Here’s a simple guide on how it works and how you can get started.
Step 1: Before purchasing the Rs. 601 voucher, ensure you are on a recharge plan that provides at least 1.5GB of 4G data per day. Plans like Rs. 199, Rs. 239, Rs. 299 and others in this range are eligible. If you’re on a 1GB per day plan or the Rs. 1,899 annual recharge plan, this voucher won’t work.
Step 2: Buy the Rs. 601 True 5G gift voucher directly from the My Jio app. You’ll receive 12 upgrade vouchers with this purchase.
Step 3: Each Rs. 601 voucher allows you to enjoy unlimited 5G data and boosts your 4G daily limit to 3GB per day. Here’s how to activate it:
Open the My Jio app.
Navigate to the “Vouchers” section.
Redeem one of the 12 upgrade vouchers.
The validity of each 5G upgrade voucher depends on your base plan. If your base plan has 28 days left, the unlimited 5G benefits will also last for 28 days. Remember, you can activate these vouchers any time over 12 months.
How To Gift The Plan
You can gift the Rs. 601 voucher to family or friends. Before gifting, make sure they are on an eligible base plan to enjoy seamless 5G benefits.
If you’re not ready for a year-long commitment, Jio also offers smaller 5G upgrade vouchers at Rs. 51, Rs. 101, and Rs. 151. These provide one, two, and three months of unlimited 5G data, respectively.
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WhatsApp has made sharing documents even easier with its new document scanning feature. Currently available for iPhone users with the latest iOS update, this feature lets you scan documents directly through the app without relying on third-party apps. Alongside, WhatsApp has introduced a festive Party Popper emoji reaction for all users.
You can now scan documents seamlessly using WhatsApp. Follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Launch WhatsApp and go to any personal chat or group.
Step 2: Tap on the attachment (paperclip) icon and choose the ‘Document’ option.
Step 3: From the options, pick ‘Scan Document.’ Your phone’s camera will activate.
Step 4: Position the document in the camera frame. WhatsApp automatically detects the edges and suggests cropping margins.
Step 5: You can manually adjust the margins to ensure accuracy. Review the scanned document and make any necessary edits.
Step 6: Once satisfied, you can either share the scanned document in the chat or save it for later use.
Availability
Currently, the scanning feature is limited to iPhone users with the latest iOS update. The rollout is gradual, so it may take time to reach all users. There’s no confirmation yet on when it will arrive for Android.
WhatsApp has also rolled out a festive Party Popper emoji reaction. This seventh reaction emoji is available to both iOS and Android users, joining the existing six options:
Thumbs Up
Heart
Crying with Laughter
Shocked Face
Sad Face
High Five
The Party Popper emoji is perfect for celebrating birthdays, achievements, or any festive occasion, adding a cheerful touch to your chats.
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2024 has been successful year for EV manufacturers
New future-ready electric SUV models launched
Mahindra’s BE and XEV lineup amongst latest offerings
Tata has also launched a new coupe style e-SUV model
Year 2024 has been all eventful for the auto brands. Leading manufacturers such as Tata and Mahindra have been ahead in the electric four wheeler game with their newly launched electric SUV models, while brand like MG have penetrated into a whole new segment of Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) with the Windsor EV. In this roundup article, we have listed the top three future-ready electric SUVs that have gone official in India in 2024. Take a look:
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Mahindra has surprised the masses this year with its future-ready electric SUV models featuring the all new INGLO platform. The BE series’ debutant model, the BE 6 is definitely the most uniquely styled electric SUV which comes with a price range starting under Rs. 20 lakh. The BE 6 has already been grabbing attention not just from the consumers for its aggressive styling and performance, but for its recent spat with Indigo Airlines for the BE 6E badging. This electric SUV underpins an electric motor mounted on the rear axle producing 288 bhp of peak power and 380 Nm of torque. It is introduced with 59 kWh and 79 kWh battery options and offers a claimed range of up to 682 km (ARAI certified).
Yet another INGLO-platform based electric SUV from Mahindra takes the top spot when we speak of the futuristic e-SUVs launched in 2024 in India. This is the first coupe-style EV model that comes from Mahindra’s lot featuring an advanced dashboard with triple screen layout and a new steering wheel with an illuminated logo. The XEV 9e comes with the same RWD setup as the BE 6e and has both 59 kWh and 79 kWh battery pack options. The XEV 9e is claimed to offer 656 km ARAI certified range and offer acceleration speeds of 0-100 kmph in just 6.8 seconds.
Tata Motors have been a step ahead from Mahindra this year adopting the coupe-style approach for an EV. Just a few months before XEV 9e’s launch, Tata introduced its first coupe-style electric SUV, the Curvv EV in India. This e-SUV is powered by the new Activ.ev platform and comes with dual battery pack options. The Curvv EV’s base model has a 45 kWh battery pack, while the top trim gets a 55 kWh battery offering 502 and 595 km range per charge respectively. Similar to Mahindra’s new e-SUV lineup, Tata Curvv EV is also packed with several advanced features that makes it future-ready.
Netflix has uploaded some great Christmas movies on its platform
The Christmas Chronicles, Falling for Christmas, and more
To find all Christmas movies and series, you can search the code on Netflix
What would Christmas be without seasonal movies that get you in the holiday spirit? If you’re looking for some holiday movie fun this year, look no further than Netflix, which has tons of romantic movies, family movies, comedies, and more. Whether you want to bake cookies, wrap presents, or curl up under a blanket to escape the early morning darkness, play the best Christmas movies on Netflix. Here are a few Christmas movies that are now available on Netflix.
The Christmas Chronicles is a fun movie for children. Santa’s sleigh crashes accidentally in this movie. A brother and sister work all night to get help from a savvy, straight-talking St. Nick in order to save Christmas.
Falling for Christmas
The movie ‘Falling for Christmas‘, in which Lindsay Lohan plays the young heiress who is diagnosed with amnesia, is about her. Later, she discovers that the charming cabin owner and his daughter are taking care of her.
Scrooge: A Christmas Carol
With the voices of Luke Evans, Jessie Buckley, Olivia Colman, and Johnny Flynn, this 2022 animated musical breathes fresh life into Charles Dickens’s timeless Christmas story. Watch Scrooge: A Christmol Carol on Netflix.
The Noel Diary
The Noel Diary, from the creator of Father of the Bride, follows bestselling novelist Jake Turner as he unearths a diary that could reveal details about his past and Rachel, an attractive lady he meets. The movie is based on the novel by Richard Paul Evans.
Netflix has a secret set of codes that you can use to find many hidden movies and series on the platform, sorted by genre. To find all Christmas movies and series, use the following codes on the platform:
Romantic Christmas films
1394527
British Christmas children & family films
1527064
Goofy Christmas children & family films
1475071
Canadian Christmas children & family films
1721544
Feel-good Christmas children & family films
1475066
Christmas children & family films
1474017
Family-friendly Christmas films
1394522
Christmas children & family films for ages 11 to 12
1477206
European Christmas children & family films
1527063
Christmas children & family films from the 1990s
1476024
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Ather, Bajaj, Hero have introduced new family electric scooters in 2024
2024 is all about to wrap up and this year has been all happening for EV brands. Homegrown E2W startups have seen a significant boost in business this year. Both electric scooters and electric motorcycles have been in demand crediting the cheaper mobility solution. In this article, we have mentioned the best family segment electric scooters that have been launched in India in 2024:
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One of the best family scooter models that has been launched earlier this year is the Rizta. Ather Energy’s first e-scooter model targeting the family audience with its comfortable riding facilities. The Rizta Z and the Rizta S are the two variants of this family scooter equipped with 2.9 kWh and 3.9 kWh battery pack options respectively. What makes the Rizta an ideal family scooter is the large single-piece seat, ample storage (under seat and front floorboard), and efficient range delivery of up to 160 km on a full charge.
Hero MotoCorp recently updated its only e-scooter lineup, the Vida with the launch of the V2 series. The successor to the popular Vida V1 lineup has emerged as a solid family e-scooter option in the Indian market. Introduced in three different variants including the Vida V2 Lite, Vida V2 Plus, and the Vida V2 Pro, the latest e-scooter lineup is also an affordable option for the family-segment consumers starting under Rs. 1 lakh. The Vida V2 series is equipped with battery capacity ranging between 2.2 kWh to 3.9 kWh and can offer a claimed range delivery of up to 165 km.
This is another new e-scooter lineup which has been introduced recently in India. Bajaj Chetak 35 series is launched in three variants with all the models utilizing a new frame, motor, and controller. The Chetak 35 series comes with only subtle design updates with an increased wheelbase and also the floorboard area. A 3.5 kWh battery pack linked to a 4kW PMSM electric motor powers the Chetak 35 series. This family e-scooter is capable of reaching a maximum distance of up to 153 km per charge.
India’s favourite family scooter, the Activa has finally arrived in an electric version in India. Called the Activa e, the first e-scooter model from the company brings familiarity of ICE variant in an updated avatar. Th Activa e not only offers a greener mobility solution but is also equipped with advanced features. One of the unique aspects being offered by the Activa e electric scooter is the dual swappable battery setup. Also, the Activa e doesn’t support external charging and only the comes with the battery swapping option. With the dual 1.5 kWh battery packs, the Activa e can offer a range of up to 102 km per charge. Honda hasn’t started with the deliveries of the Activa e and is expected to make it available from next year.
Honda’s second electric scooter, the QC1 is also another suitable contender in the list of best family e-scooters launched in 2024. Based on the same platform as the Activa e, the QC1 also brings along a comfortable ride experience at affordable rates. The QC1 features a fixed battery setup and has just a single 1.5 kWh battery unit as its driveforce. The Honda QC1 offers a slightly lower range than the Activa e since it packs a single battery. However, the 80 km range it is claimed to deliver meets the requirements of daily commuters.
As Christmas and New Year 2025 approach, it’s time to get ready for the festive season. If you’re still unsure about what to gift your loved ones, don’t worry. We’ve got you covered with a list of fantastic tech gadgets that will bring joy and practicality to your family and friends. Let’s check them out.
The Portronics MopCop Pro is a 2-in-1 cordless vacuum cleaner and air blower. With powerful 10,000 Pa suction, it can clean carpets, furniture, and electronics deeply. The blower function is perfect for cleaning keyboards and PC fans gently. Available on Portronics.com, Amazon, Flipkart, and more.
Features:
2-in-1 vacuum cleaner and air blower
10,000 Pa suction power for deep cleaning
Cordless and lightweight
Type-C fast charging
WD My Passport Portable HDD
For anyone in need of extra storage space, the WD My Passport Portable HDD is a practical gift. This portable hard drive offers USB-C technology and comes in various colors to match personal preferences. With up to 6TB of storage capacity, it’s perfect for storing digital memories securely.
Features
USB-C technology for fast data transfer
Slim, portable design
Password protection with 256-bit AES encryption
Available in up to 6TB storage
Havells Studio Meditate Air Purifier
Gift your loved ones fresher air with the Havells Studio Meditate Air Purifier. The advanced SpaceTech technology in the AP400 and AP250 models helps remove dust, bacteria, and unpleasant odors, creating a healthier indoor environment.
Features
SpaceTech technology for improved air purification
The Elista ELS T-6200 AUTFB Trolley Speaker offers great sound quality with 60W audio output, dual 10-inch subwoofers, and clear bass. Whether it’s for karaoke or a dance party, this speaker will keep everyone entertained.
Features
60W audio output with dual subwoofers
Bluetooth, USB, AUX, FM, and TF card playback options
Up to 3 hours of playtime with a rechargeable battery
Wireless microphone for karaoke
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Galaxy S25 Slim’s sleek design aims to rival Apple’s iPhone 17 Air
The Galaxy S25 series is expected to be unveiled by Samsung in January 2025. Three versions are typically included in the flagship bar-shaped luxury smartphone series from the South Korean tech giant. This time, though, there may be a fourth model in the works which is supposedly called the “Slim.” Here’s what we know so far.
A promotional poster and images of the Galaxy S25 Ultra and S25+ were recently leaked by well-known leaker Evan Blass, suggesting a January launch date. Three models will be in the lineup:
Galaxy S25
Galaxy S25+
Galaxy S25 Ultra
A Unique Entry: The Galaxy S25 Slim
The Galaxy S25 Slim is a notable addition to the series. This incredibly small smartphone will make its debut separately in Q2 2025 in contrast to the previous variants. Here’s a look at its rumored features:
Slim Design: At just 6mm thick, it’s thinner than the 7.6mm Galaxy S24.
Display: A 6.66-inch screen for an immersive experience.
Processor: Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, ensuring top-notch performance.
Battery: Equipped with a robust 4,700mAh capacity.
Camera: 200MP main sensor, 50MP telephoto lens, 50MP ultra-wide-angle lens.
With its sleek design and advanced features, the Galaxy S25 Slim is ready to take on Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Air head-to-head. Both phones promise a battle of innovation as they compete for the market share of thin-profile smartphones in 2025.
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MG Cyberster India-bound variant coming in January 2025
Could be showcased at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025
Powertrain revealed ahead of debut
To be sold as a CBU unit
JSW MG Motor India is ready to embark on a new EV journey starting next year. And the debutant EV from the brand will be a sports electric car, the Cyberster EV. The much awaited electric four wheeler from MG is expected to be showcased at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025. Before its debut, MG has revealed the powertrain of the upcoming sports electric car.
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JSW MG Motor India has just confirmed the powertrain details of the Cyberster sports electric car. The company is bringing this electric car as a CBU (Completely Built Up) unit integratd with the same powertrain as the international model.
The Cyberster EV will be equipped with a dual AWD motor setup mounted on each axle. This dual oil-cooled motor packs will help the sports EV to produce up to 510 hp of peal power and up to 725 Nm of peak torque.
MG has firther revealed the Cyberster EV will be using a 77 kWh battery pack and claiming it will deliver up to 580 km range as per CLTC cycle. However, the real world range is could vary. This sports electric car will make a sprint from 0- 100 kmph within 3.2 seconds and deliver a top speed of up to 195 kmph.
Currently, the developments only hints at the arrival of AWD variant. The company might also introduce the Cyberster EV’s RWD variant as well. But by when this model will be launched is uncertain.
Alongside the Cyberster EV, MG Motor India is also planning to introduce another EV model. The company is expected to launch the Mifa 9 MPV. This e-MPV will be showcased at the Bharat Mobility Expo. Details are expected to be confirmed around the same timeline.
Smartphone photography is something that has evolved exponentially over the last decade. Its a whole new era when we speak of the point and shoot devices. And its the smartphones that are gradually taking over high-end professional cameras. Vivo is one of the brands that have excelled in the smartphone camera segment and its X series has been a marvel in this space. This series is just refreshed with two new fresh models, the Vivo X200 and the X200 Pro. The former is the base model that brings a combination of high-end camera setup, a vivid display, powerful performance, and battery life. Priced at Rs. for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, this new X series phone seems a lucrative deal for all mobile photography enthusiasts. But is it really worth an upgrade? At Giznext, we have reviewed this handset and here’s what we think:
Vivo hasn’t given a complete overhaul to the X200 series’ design when we compare it with the precursor. But despite the subtle changes, the design looks refreshing overall. Specifically, the camera island which remains round but has better alignment of the lenses and flash module giving it a rather symmetrical and even.
Also, the size of the camera module has increased slightly making it more prominent part of the design. The material used to craft the back panel this time is glass and glass fiber combined with aluminum alloy frame which adds to both visual appeal as well the sturdiness.
This phone measures 16.027 cm × 7.481 cm × 0.799 cm in dimensions and weighs 202 g. Do note that the Comsos Black variant is slightly lighter at 197 grams compared to the Natural Green version. We liked the overall grip of this device (without case) which allows easy single-hand operations. But be careful, this phone tends to slip away easily from hands due to its smooth texture overall.
You will also notice the back panel picking up fingerprints which is why we will recommend you to use a protective back case. A transparent TPU case ships with the retail box, but upgrade to sturdy aftermarket cases is always an option. Placement of the ports and keys are same as the precursor. You get the right-spine mounted power and volume keys, while the bottom panel has the USB Type-C charging port sandwiched between the speaker grille and the SIM tray.
Vivo has equipped the vanilla X200 with an OLED panel that measures 6.67-inches. While the screen size is slightly reduced compared to the predecessor (X100), the quality isn’t compromised even a bit. The panel supports FHD+ resolution (2800 x 160 pixels) and also has 10-bit (HDR10+) compatibility.
Color production and overall visuals are superb with the panel producing real-life like colors. Thanks to the Zeiss technology that not just powers the camera but also the display (Zeiss Master Color Screen) improving the visuals.If you are amongst those users who are addicted to the screen and binge watch on shows or movies, you are in for treat with the X200.
And if you are also a fan of brighter displays, the X200 with 4500 nits peak brightness is definitely going to impress you. You hardly struggle while viewing content under direct sunlight. This panel integrates an optical fingerprint scanner which does its job well. Unlocking accuracy as well as speeds is high.
Vivo’s X series has been all about cameras right from the beginning. And the game has been stepping up each year with the new X series launch. Vivo has once again partnered with Zeiss to bring exceptional camera experience to the X200 lineup which is evident even with the vanilla X200 model.
It’s primary rear camera island employs a 50MP main Sony IMX291 sensor with OIS, a 50MP Samsung JN1 wide-angle sensor with 119° FoV, and a 50MP Sony IMX882 telephoto lens with OIS and 3x optical zoom. While the telephoto lens here isn’t as big as the 200MP unit used on the Pro model, the output it offers surely is top-notch. The camera mode is loaded with the same new advanced shooting modes like the Pro variant.
Portrait shots via the Zeiss telephoto sensor are sharp even when the shots are captured from far. You can select multiple focal lengths and multiple pre-set Zeiss modes (ZEISS Multifocal Portrait) suiting the scene. The depth clarity is high and the variety you get to capture with the bokeh effects is exceptional.
Even the zoom shots speak volumes of the quality which Vivo is providing from mobile photography. Here is a sample of the full moon captured by the Vivo X200 vanilla variant. this shot is captured without any tripod. You can notice how it manages to capture stable zoom shoots without compromising much on the quality.
The X200 is also a master when it comes to macro photography. The new-gen X series phone supports Telephoto macro mode which captures the tiniest details with closeups. And you don’t always have to move closer to get ultra clear macro photos. Samples are attached here.
Night photography has also got better with the X200 series. The Night mode makes the images look sharper and the clarity is well retained in each click. Grains and noise hardly aren’t evidently visible and the edge detection is to the point.
Landscape mode, Astro, Supermoon, Slow-mo, and Pano are some of the standard camera modes you get to click pictures with on the X200 series. Selfie lovers will be pleased with the 32MP snapper packed upfront. The quality is all refined with the added Zeiss modes.
Selfie portraits also look natural. Well, this still isn’t the complete overview of the X200’s camera potential and we still are coming across its prowess. The X200 series has just got better with imaging capabilities and surely beats the top rivals in its league.
Just like the previous year, Vivo has used MediaTek’s flagship Dimensty 9000 series chipset to drive the X200 lineup. The Dimensity 9400 SoC under X200’s hood churns out better CPU performance. The unit has been reliable with daily as well complex tasks throughout our usage. Vivo is offering the X200 with 12GB RAM+ 256GB storage and 16GB RAM+ 512GB storage.
Both variants are powerful with computing speeds and can effortlessly meet your requirements be it media play back, gaming, or web browsing, etc. That said, gaming experience is top notch too with the phone being able to maintain stable temperatures during heavy gameplay. Enabling the highest graphic settings of your favorite FPS or racing game will also be thrilling experience with the ray tracing enabled SoC.
Vivo X200 features a 5,800 mAh battery which has 90W fast charging support. The big battery and the fast charging speeds aren’t the only highlight. With the X200 lineup, Vivo has become the first brand to fit a semi-solid state battery in its mobile lineup.
The new battery pack enhances the batteries performance in extreme cold temperatures by reducing excessive drainage. The backup overall is good and this phone easily lasts a day with moderate usage. Second plug-in might not be required unless you are hooked on the screen while gaming or streaming videos.
Vivo has once again come up with a camera masterpiece with the X200 series. And the X200 truly justifies its potential in terms of mobile photography. For those seeking a high-end mobile, that can beat professional-grade cameras while offering efficient performance, the X200 is worth every penny. It’s one of those handful devices that have the potential to be a complete package. Of course, prices here are subjective.
