Poco C50 launched in India in the entry-level segment
The smartphone has a 5,000mAh battery, Android 12 Go Edition, and more
The price of the phone starts at Rs. 6,499
Poco unveiled the Poco C50, its entry-level smartphone, in the Indian market. The smartphone is the rebranded Redmi A1+, as was rumored. Its HD+ display, two cameras, large battery, and dedicated fingerprint scanner are some of its highlights. Check out the details below.
The Poco C50 comes with a 6.52-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch and a 120Hz touch sampling rate. Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Helio A22 chipset coupled with up to 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. For additional storage of up to 512GB, it has a microSD card slot.
Display
6.52 inches IPS LCD
Processor
MediaTek Helio A22
Rear Camera
8MP
Selfie Camera
5MP
OS
Android 12 Go Edition
Battery
5,000mAh
The Poco C50 boasts a dual camera arrangement with a back-mounted auxiliary lens and an 8MP primary sensor. The smartphone has a 5MP front camera for selfies installed in the water-drop notch cutout. The dual camera unit is situated in a square-shaped, slightly raised platform on the back and has an LED flash on the side of the sensors. The front and rear cameras can both capture 1080p videos at 30fps.
The Poco C50 has a 5,000mAh battery that can handle 10W charging. It boots on Android 12 Go Edition. The fingerprint lock scanner on the Poco C50’s back has what looks like a leather texture. The smartphone has 4G, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a USB Type-C port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, 4G, Wi-FI, Bluetooth 5.0, and GPS.
Poco C50: Price And Availability
The Poco C50 is priced at Rs. 6,499 for 2GB RAM and 32GB of storage and Rs. 7,299 for 3GB RAM and 32GB of storage. It is available in the colors Country Green and Royal Blue.
It will start selling on Flipkart on January 10. Both credit card and debit card EMI options are available for buying the phone. It has a one-year warranty from Poco, and the in-box accessories have a six-month warranty.
Telegram pushed new updates right before 2023 started
The app brings a bunch of new features
Hidden media, new drawing tools, and more are some of its new features
Telegram revealed numerous new app features in its final release for 2022. The app’s features are now available to users. They can now further customize their experience with this instant messaging service by using features like hidden media, zero storage use, new drawing and text tools, contact profile pictures, etc. The features were revealed on the Telegram blog.
The ability to cover photos and videos with a shimmering layer that blurs the image is now available in Telegram, which previously offered spoiler formatting to hide any text in messages. Your recipients only need to tap once to end the spell and view the content.
Zero Storage Usage
Telegram scarcely takes up any space on your device, and users can always download files and documents again from the Telegram cloud instead of keeping them on their phone’s storage. Users can now add unique auto-remove settings for cached media from Private Chats, Groups, and Channels, with some exceptions for particular chats, thanks to a recent upgrade.
New Text and Drawing Tools
The already powerful media editor has undergone a complete overhaul. Sensitive data will be redacted with a new blur tool. The user can also alter the font, size, and backdrop of the text, and they have access to five highly precise color selection options.
Contact Profile Picture
Users can change the contact profile pictures that are hidden from other people when editing their contacts. All the more, one can suggest a picture suggestion for their contact’s profile. It will take the contact just two taps to add it to their profile.
Public Profile Pictures
One can restrict who can see their profile image while allowing everyone else to see it. The visibility can be set to “Nobody,” with a few individuals or groups added as exceptions.
Hiding Group Members
The robust anti-spam option in Telegram’s most recent upgrade includes tools to help chat admins maintain large groups spam-free, although some can prefer to shield their users from unwanted personal messages. Group administrators who have more than 100 members can now opt to hide the member list.
New Progress Animations on Android
Users of Telegram Premium will receive ten new sets of uniquely animated emojis as a gift from Telegram creators. These new features can be found under the Stickers sticker panel’s Emoji tab.
With amazing deals on Samsung’s Neo QLED 8K, Neo QLED, The Frame, and Crystal 4K UHD televisions, Samsung is back with its “Big TV Days” to make this New Year more joyous. Huge savings on Samsung smart TVs are available throughout the sale, along with cashback and gifts. Here are a few of the deals that are being offered during the sale.
The smart TV has Quantum Dot technology and 100 percent Color Volume. It is currently offered for Rs. 58,990, which is a discounted price. On the Samsung Shop App, customers can receive a discount on this product of up to Rs. 3,000. Additionally, Samsung offers free delivery and installation with every order. Free EMIs begin at Rs. 3,277 per month.
Samsung 43-inch Crystal 4K UHD Smart TV (BU8000)
In the ongoing sale, the smart TV is being sold at a discount of Rs. 17,410. It is available for purchase at a discounted price of Rs. 45,490. A dynamic crystal color crystal processor powers the 4K display on the 43-inch Samsung BU8000 Crystal 4K UHD Smart TV. No-cost EMI and normal EMI starting at Rs. 2,527 per month and Rs. 2,426 per month are easy buying options.
Samsung 65-inch The Frame QLED 4K TV (LS03B)
The frame of this Samsung smart TV is contemporary in style. It has a matte display with a frame that can be adjusted. Samsung LS03B The Frame QLED 4K TV (65-inch) is available for Rs. 1,34,990 during the sale. The smart TV is also available for free EMI and normal EMI, with monthly payments starting at Rs. 7,499 and Rs. 7,241, respectively.
Samsung 50-inch Neo QLED 4K Smart TV (QN90B)
The price of this 50-inch Samsung smart TV is Rs. 1,05,990. Customers who use their ICICI Bank Cards for EMI transactions can receive a 10 percent instant cashback up to Rs. 4,500. The Samsung QN90B Neo QLED 4K Smart TV has a number of features including Quantum HDR 24x and Dolby Atmos. It is powered by the Neural Quantum 4K CPU and has Quantum Matrix technology.
Samsung Big TV Days Sale: Deals & Offers
Customers who purchase certain products during the ongoing sale, which runs through January 31, 2023, will receive a Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy A23, or Samsung Lifestyle Soundbar. These deals will be available at all reputable retail locations as well as on Samsung’s official online shop, Samsung Shop. Samsung also offers up to 20 percent (up to Rs. 20,000) cashback on top of 10 percent cashback with a Samsung Axis Bank credit card.
India has emerged as one of the biggest markets for smartphones and related gadgets. We have seen multiple tech giants routing to the Indian subcontinent to release new and potent Android, iOS smartphones and tablets. It wouldn’t be wrong to say the year 2022 has been better in terms of gadget launches compared to the last two years when the COVID-19 pandemic put brakes on almost every industry including consumer electronics.
With the year 2022 getting wrapped up, smartphone and tablet OEMs have started gearing up to release new-generation products embedded with the latest technological innovations and hardware. We have covered several product listicles highlighting the best gadgets and electronic appliances that ruled the markets in 2022. In this article, we have curated the best tablets announced in the Indian market with capable hardware features and a cheaper price tag.
Nokia T20
Nokia T20
Key Specs
Display
10.4-inch IPS LCD
Camera
8MP single rear 5MP selfie
Processor
Unisoc T610
Battery
8,200 mAh with 15W fast charging
Price
Starts at Rs. 15,499
HMD Global has been fairly active with new smartphones, feature phones, and tablet launches in the Indian market this year. The Nokia T20 comes as one of the most recent and popular Android tablets in the country for the budget-conscious audience. This entry-level Android tablet is best suited for students and basic users who need a large-screen gadget as capable as a modern smartphone.
The Nokia T20 features a 10.4-inch IPS LCD display with 1200 x 2000 pixels screen resolution and 400 nots peak brightness. A Unisoc T610 processor with Mali-G52 MP2 GPU handles all processing tasks, while an 8MP camera handles the photography aspects. The battery capacity inside the Nokia T20 tablet is 8,200 mAh combined with 15W fast charging.
Moto Tab G62
Motorola Moto Tab G62
Key Specifications
Display
10.6-inch
Camera
8MP rear and front
Processor
Snapdragon 680
Battery
7,700 mAh, 20W fast charging
Price
Rs. 17,999
Another cool tablet that makes for a best-buy option for budget consumers in India is the Moto Tab G62. Motorola announced the Tab G62 Android tablet in 2022 itself in the country powered by the octa-core Snapdragon 680 4G mobile processor.
It is one of the strongest contenders in the budget tablet market that additionally offers a 10.6-inch LCD screen with 1200 x 2000 pixels screen resolution and 220 PPI pixel density. This Android tablet also features an 8MP primary rear camera as well as a selfie snapper. A 7,700 mAh battery handles the power delivery clubbed with 20W fast charging.
Realme Pad
Realme Pad Tablet
Specifications
Display
10.4-inch IPS LCD
Camera
8MP rear, 8MP front
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G80
Battery
7,100 mAh, 18W fast charging
Price
Rs. 17,999
Realme debuted in the tablet market this year with the launch of the Realme Pad series. The brand now has three different models all of which cater to the budget audience. The standard Realme Pad tablets compete against the remaining two on this list with the octa-core MediaTek Helio G80 mid-range gaming chipset.
It employs a 10.4-inch IPS LCD display upfront which supports 1200 x 2000 pixels screen resolution. The imaging setup on the Realme Pad tablet is handled by a set of 8MP cameras upfront and at the rear, while the processor is kept ticking with the 7,100 mAh battery combined with 18W fast charging.
OPPO Pad Air
OPPO Pad Air Tablet
Specifications
Display
10.36-inches IPS LCD
Camera
8MP rear, 5MP front
Chipset
Snapdragon 680 4G
Battery
7,100 mAh, 18W fast charging
Price
Rs. 16,999
OPPO is also one of those brands to foray into the tablet market in 2022 in India. The Chinese tech OEM has released the OPPO Pad Air as its first pocket-friendly Android tablet powered by the Snapdragon 680 4G processor. This Android tablet flaunts a 10.36-inch IPS LCD display with 1200 x 2000 pixels screen resolution.
The optics setup on the OPPO Pad Air comprises an 8MP rear and a 5MP selfie camera. The battery capacity on this Android tablet is 7,100 mAh aided by 18W fast wired charging. The OPPO Pad Air is available starting at Rs. 16,999 in India.
Redmi Pad
Redmi Pad Tablet
Specifications
Display
10.60inch, 90Hz refresh rate
Camera
8MP
Chipset
Helio G99
Battery
8,000 mAh
Price
Starts at Rs. 12,999
Xiaomi has also released its first set of Android tablets labeled under the Xiaomi and Redmi monikers this year in India. The Redmi Pad tablet is announced with the MediaTek Helio G99 chipset and comes with up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage options.
It sports a 10.6-inch display with a 90Hz refresh rate. Xiaomi has packed the Redmi Pad tablet with an 8MP camera and an 8,000 mAh battery with 22.5W fast charging. The Redmi Pad tablet can be purchased starting at Rs. 12,999 in the Indian market.
India’s automobile industry is currently advancing in the EV segment. The year 2022 has been all surprising for the consumers demanding electric vehicles in the country. Several brands have contributed to populating the electric scooter, bikes, and car market this year in the country this year. We are doing a quick recap of the most popular electric bikes of 2022 in India. Let’s take a look:
Revolt RV 400 Electric Bike
Revolt RV 400 Electric Bike
Specifications
Motor
Electric
Battery
3.2kWh
Range
150km
Top Speed
85 kmph
Price
Rs. 1.32 lakh (ex-showroom)
Revolt RV 400 is amongst the first lot of electric bikes that made it to the Indian shores. This affordable electric bike is packed with a 3.24 kWh battery capacity that takes around 4.5 hours of standard charging time.
With the embedded Lithium-Ion battery, the Revolt RV 400 delivers a 150km riding range. The Revolt RV 400 has a top speed of 85 kmph and is priced at around 1.32 lakh (ex-showroom) in India.
Tork Motors also released an affordable electric bike for Indian consumers in 2022. The Tork Kratos comes equipped with a 4 kWh battery that takes around four to five hours for a full recharge.
The Kratos electric bike can reach up to 105 kmph and deliver up to 180km on a single charge. The Tork Kratos is priced starting at Rs. 1.32 lakh in India.
Oben Rorr is another affordable yet capable electric bike that has debuted this year in India. The Rorr electric bike features a 4.4 kWh battery which can be charged within two hours. Oben provides three-year battery warranty with Rorr.
The electric bike has a top speed of 100 kmph and can easily deliver around 200 km range on a single charge. The Oben Rorr electric bike is priced at Rs. 1.24 lakh (ex-showroom).
One Electric has been a popular EV brand throughout 2022 and the previous years. The KRIDIN E Bike is one of the most popular electric bikes in the Indian market that integrates a 3 kWh battery capacity delivering over 110 km range on a single charge.
The One Electric KRIDIN electric bikes has a top speed of 95 kmph and can be purchased starting at Rs. 1.24 lakh in India.
Ultravilolette has been all hype with the F77 electric bikes launch in the Indian market. The Ultraviolette F77 is the most premium and expensive electric bike currently in India that can offer up to 152 kmph of top speed.
This top-tier electric bike is packed with a beefy 10.3 kWh battery that offers up to 307 km riding range with every single charge. The Ultraviolette F77 price in India starts at Rs. 3.8 lakh.
The games that will be available on PlayStation Plus in January 2023 have been disclosed by Sony
Beginning January 3, each of these games will be available on PlayStation Plus
These titles will be available on PS4 and PS5 gaming consoles
The list of free PlayStation Plus Essential games for January 2023 has been announced. It is the base tier of three Plus subscriptions that let you play games online as well as lets you add three or more games to your library for free. Even if there is a gap before renewal, you will have access to them as long as you are a subscriber. Axiom Verge 2, Fallout 76, and Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (PS4/PS5) will all be available for users to purchase starting on January 3.
This game will be available on PS4 and PS5 gaming consoles. The game focuses on the player discovering Cal Kestis’s backstory. “You are the last remaining Jedi Padawan and their final hope of survival following the events of Episode III: Revenge of the Sith and Senator Palpatine’s terrible Order 66, which were intended to destroy the Jedi order and open the way for the Empire to rise,” Sony stated. In the game, players will use their Jedi skills to battle against the Empire and its dangerous Inquisitors. New monsters, enemies, people, and droids are all included in the game.
Fallout 76
This game will be available only on PS4. The game’s narrative takes place in post-nuclear America in the year 2102. In the game, the players will have to stroll through a sizable wasteland devastated by nuclear war and build a new world order. Teams or individuals can both play this game.
Axiom Verge 2
Both the PS4 and PS5 gaming consoles will support this game. In this game, players can hack devices, fight creatures, and use their remote drone to enter the Breach, a parallel but connected reality with its own perils. The alternate Earth-like world is full of the remnants of an ancient, high-tech civilization. Sony says you’ll need to look everywhere for the upgrades and hidden items you’ll need to survive.
The latest Ultimus laptop series by lifestyle tech brand FUTOPIA meets all your requirements for a versatile laptop
What’s special about the laptop series is that it’s completely ‘Made in India’
The Ultimus is available at a special price of just Rs. 17,990
Did you know that around 18 percent of all PCs sold in India today are manufactured locally? Ultimus by FUTOPIA, the latest “Make in India” laptop brand to enter the market, has generated a lot of attention thanks to its technological brilliance and the specs it provides in the pricing range. The Ultimus, which is billed as the “really ultimate laptop,” is crammed with features that make it a top choice for anybody searching for a versatile laptop. Here’s all about the latest Ultimus laptop series.
This series comes with two FHD displays in sizes of 14.1 (35.8 cm) and 15.6 (39.6 cm), as well as two stereo speakers that work together to create an immersive experience. Additionally, it contains a 2.0MP HD webcam and dual mic for crystal-clear video conferencing conversations. Additionally, it has a 5Ghz dual-band Wi-Fi and an RJ45 LAN port for secure connections.
The most recent version of Windows 11 Home is already pre-installed, giving you a lot of versatility in terms of what you can do with your laptop. It offers an intuitive user interface for both the web and mobile devices, and you can also use a DOS interface. Ultimus is one of the laptops on the market featuring a dedicated numeric keypad that was created to improve speed and accuracy, making it ideal for those who enjoy working with numbers.
Ultimus Series Made In India Laptops Price
The Ultimus Series laptop costs only Rs. 17,990, and you can purchase it now on Amazon or Flipkart. Glossy Black, Space Grey, and Cloud Silver are the three enticing color options for this perfect device for multitasking and complex processes.
According to estimates provided by app analytics company Sensor Tower, social networks, e-commerce, and mobile games made up the majority of India’s top downloaded apps on the Google Play Store. Let’s check out the most downloaded Android apps of 2022:
With 118.9 million app installs this year, Instagram, which is owned by Meta and has increased the use of its short-form video feature Reels, came in first place on the list of the most downloaded Android apps. Over the years, this social networking platform has seen substantial change. It is made for interacting with friends and family, and it’s a great tool for business networking and even making money.
Meesho
Meesho received 186.7 million Android app installs which put it in second place. Meesho, one of the most popular reselling applications in India, was founded in 2015 by two IIT Delhi graduates. An individual can pick a product from the selection and recommend it to their group of people. If they like it and purchase it, the individual will receive a commission.
Facebook
With 110.4 million app installs, Facebook moved up to the ninth place. One of the most widely used social media sites, Facebook offers both a web client and a mobile app for iOS and Android users. It functions fundamentally as a social media platform with a multi-media emphasis that enables users to publish text-based messages, images, videos, and GIFs.
WhatsApp Business
With 108.5 million Android app installs, WhatsApp Business, which has seen substantial growth this year, has made it to the top ten. It is a free app that can be downloaded on both Android and iPhone. The owner of a small business was considered when developing the platform. WhatsApp Business offers features to automate, sort, and swiftly respond to messages, which makes communicating with customers simple.
Shopsy
One of the biggest winners this year was Flipkart’s value e-commerce platform Shopsy, which had a 652 percent increase in Android app installs year over year to 156.5 million downloads. Shopsy by Flipkart is a brand-new platform for sellers that charges 0 percent commission. It enables companies to increase their reach to between 200 million and 500 million clients who are on a tight budget.
The Festival of Dreams New Year Sale is back at the Tata-owned retailer Croma. The retail company is providing heavy discounts and great deals on smartphones, TVs, laptops, and other products.
A New Year’s sale called the Croma Festival of Dreams is currently live and will end on January 2, 2023. Customers can make purchases on the company’s official website or at one of Croma’s physical retail stores. It’s interesting that the retailer has implemented three new discount regimes tied to the colors Red, Green, and White. A particular discount percentage is represented by each color. Here are some of the deals and offers you can get during the Croma sale:
Whirlpool 7.5 kg 5 Star Fully Automatic Top Load Washing Machine
Rs. 21,990
Apple iPhone 12 (128GB)
The Apple iPhone 12 (128GB) is now offered for Rs. 58,900, instead of Rs. 64,900. Users can use this offer to instantly save Rs. 3,000 on an HDFC Bank credit card. Powered by the Apple A14 Bionic processor, the smartphone runs iOS 14. Compatible with the latest iOS 16 software update, adding new features like iPhone screen lock and battery indicator.
Sony Bravia 43-Inch Full HD LED Smart Android TV
The Sony Bravia Full HD LED Smart Android TV is available at a discounted price of Rs. 42,740 instead of Rs. 64,900. The TV comes with a Full HD LED display along with 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution and 60Hz refresh rate. It has a 20W speaker and Dolby Audio. Motion Flow XR200 and X Reality Pro are some of the USPs of this Android TV.
Acer Aspire 3 Intel Core i3 11th Gen
The Acer Aspire 3 Intel Core i3 11th Gen laptop receives a 24 percent discount. It is available at a discounted price of Rs. 37,990 instead of Rs. 49,999. The laptop sports 15.6 inches, FHD LED-Backlit. It is equipped with an Intel Core i3 11th Generation processor and has an Intel UHD graphic card. The laptop has 8GB DDR4 and 512GB SSD ROM.
Whirlpool 7.5 kg 5 Star Fully Automatic Top Load Washing Machine
The Whirlpool 7.5 kg 5 Star Fully Automatic Top Load Washing Machine can help you save up to Rs. 10,000 during the sale. It is available at a discounted price of Rs. 21,990 instead of Rs. 32,500. The washing machine comes with 12 wash programs, power dry technology, and more. Besides, you get 36 months of warranty and 10 years motor warranty with this machine.
WhatsApp will reportedly end support for many older Samsung smartphones
The company might soon end support for Android phones that are not running at least Android 5.0 (Lollipop)
Users should upgrade to a newer device to continue using WhatsApp
According to reports, WhatsApp will soon stop supporting a handful of vintage Samsung phones. The Galaxy Ace 2, Galaxy Core, Galaxy S2, Galaxy S3 Mini, Galaxy Trend II, Galaxy Trend Lite, and Galaxy Xcover 2 will no longer be supported, according to a SamMobile report. These phones, which went on sale between 2011 and 2013, were updated to Android 4.x, the most recent significant update to the Android operating system. As a result, after December 31, 2022, WhatsApp will no longer function on these devices.
In addition to Samsung, WhatsApp will no longer support the following smartphone brands: Apple, HTC, Huawei, Lenovo, LG, and Sony. Users of these outdated devices must therefore upgrade to a newer phone that is running at least Android 5.0 (Lollipop) in order to continue using the popular messaging app. Also Read | Step-by-Step Guide: How To Use Second Screen On Samsung Galaxy Tablets
List Of Samsung Phones Unsupported By WhatsApp
The full list of Samsung devices that WhatsApp will stop supporting starting the following week is as follows:
Meanwhile, users of WhatsApp’s desktop beta version will be able to flag suspicious status changes thanks to a new feature that is apparently in development by the company. This feature allows users to report status updates directly in a new menu in the status area. With this new feature, users will be able to notify the moderation team of any updates that can be in violation of the terms of service.
Users of WhatsApp must be informed of these changes and make sure their phones are compatible with the service. If you have an older Samsung phone or another brand phone that is no longer supported, you should consider upgrading to a newer device to continue using WhatsApp.
