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WhatsApp New Update: How To Hide Last Seen, Profile Photo, Status From Select Contacts

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WhatsApp is the most downloaded instant messaging application that is available for download on Android and iOS smartphones and also for laptop and PC users. Privacy is one of the most crucial aspects of its popularity amongst consumers. Specifically, the end-to-end encryption service is what makes it reliable for personal and professional conversations. WhatsApp has released several new features in recent times and has also been testing on several others simultaneously. One of such security features that the company has been working on and has finally released after all the wait is the Status and Last Seen hide option from select contacts. Here are the steps to hide WhatsApp Status from select contacts:

WhatsApp New Update Improves Status, Last Seen Privacy

WhatsApp had introduced the Status option a long back and has improved the security aspects over the last few years. Until now the app only had the provision to hide status uploads from “My Contacts”, “Everyone”, and “Nobody”. However, users have been asking for the option to hide status as well as last seen from individual users.

WhatsApp took to its official Twitter handle to announce the availability of this long-awaited privacy feature. Following the latest update, a new option will be visible in the privacy section when you restrict someone from viewing your Status uploads of last seen.

Once you try to modify the privacy settings, you will be able to the new option, i.e., “My Contacts except”. It is worth adding that not just the Status or Last Seen, this privacy option is also made available for profile photos. Below is the step-by-step guide to hide WhatsApp last seen, profile photo, and Status uploads from select unwanted friends or contacts:

How Can We Hide WhatsApp Last Seen, Profile Photo, Status From Select Users?

Step 1: Open WhatsApp mobile application.

Step 2: Click on the three dots from the top right of the app’s homepage.

Step 3: Select Settings.

Step 4: Click on the Accounts option on the next page and then select Privacy.

Step 5: Now, select the option that you wish to hide from the unwanted friends, i.e., “Last Seen”, Profile Photo”, “Status”, and “About”.

Step 6: You will now need to tap on the “My Contacts Except” option to hide your WhatsApp last seen, profile photo, and status from selective users.

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Social Media App Hacks: How To Mute Annoying/Unwanted Messages On Instagram, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger

Key Highlights

  • Facebook has its in-house messaging application called Facebook Messenger
  • Users can now stop unwanted messages without blocking or notifying the end-user
  • The app offers a provision to mute messages from unwanted or annoying contacts

Social media apps are seeing an all-time high in terms of the consumer base. Countless users join social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook on a daily basis. The modern masses rely on these apps and websites not just for entertainment but also for communication. That’s despite the availability of dedicated instant messaging applications such as WhatsApp on both Android and iOS mobile ecosystems.

Facebook, now called Meta also has its in-house messaging application called Facebook Messenger, while Instagram has a DM section on the app itself that helps the audience with conversations with their contacts and other users. However, there are situations when flooded with texts and messages from a specific contact that you might have avoided in general case scenarios.

These unwanted messages frequently popping up on your respective messaging app could be a hassle that you would wish to stop without blocking or notifying the end-user. Thankfully, most of the new-age social media apps or instant messaging applications provide a provision to mute messages from unwanted or annoying contacts. Also Read | How To Upload WhatsApp Status In High Quality (Images, Videos) On Android, iOS?

You can also mute messages and notifications from groups on WhatsApp and other social media apps. If you are unaware of the procedure to mute contacts on Facebook Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp then you can follow the steps mentioned below:

Steps To Mute Annoying Unwanted Messages On Instagram

Step 1: Open the Instagram app on your respective Android or iOS smartphones.

Step 2: From the homepage go to the DM (direct message) section.

Step 3: Now, go to the contact that you want to mute. Press and hold the contact until you get a certain set of options.

Step 4: You will see “Delete”, “Mute messages”, and “Mute call notifications”. You can select the last two options to mute messages and calls (voice/video) notifications from the selected contact on Instagram.

Do note that there is no time limit that you can set for the message notifications to unmute automatically on Instagram. You will have to perform the manual steps for the same.

How Can You Mute/ Stop Message, Call Notification On Facebook Messenger?

Step 1: Open the Facebook Messenger app and log in to your profile in case you haven’t done so.

Step 2: Similar to Instagram, press and hold any conversation thread that you wish to mute.

Step 3: Select “Mute” and set the time until when you don’t wish to receive notifications from the selected contact.

Step 4: You can also use the “Ignore” option for the same.

Steps To Mute Messages On WhatsApp

Step 1: Open WhatsApp on your respective phones.

Step 2: From the chat window or the contacts section, select the profile whose notifications (messages and calls) you want to mute.

Step 3: You will see a bunch of options on the top of the screen from where you need to click on the mute option.

Step 4: You will get the option to mute the selected contact for 8 hours, a week, and always. Click on the appropriate option. That’s it. You have successfully muted annoying and unwanted messages on WhatsApp.

Also Read | Best WhatsApp Status Apps To Download And Use On Android, iOS

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Moto G80 5G With Snapdragon 695, 50MP Triple Cameras Arrives In India; Price, Full Features

Motorola has added yet another model to the mid-range G smartphone lineup in India. The Moto G82 5G is the latest smartphone which has hit the shelves in the Indian market is the Moto G80. It is another 5G smartphone which is announced with pOLED display, Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, and a 50MP triple rear camera setup. The pricing detail along with the specifications of the new-generation Moto G series phone are listed below:

Moto G82 5G India Specifications And Features

The Moto G82 5G is a premium mid-range smartphone that sports a 6.6-inch display. The panel packed inside the Moto G82 5G is a pOLED which is surrounded by narrow bezels. The Mot G82 5G’s display supports 1080 x 2400 pixels FHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The is a punch-hole selfie camera cutout that is packed with a 16MP selfie snapper with an f/2.0 aperture.

Motorola has introduced the G80 as a mid-range phone in the country equipped with the Snapdragon 695 chipset. The octa-core processor is paired with Adreno 619 GPU and up to 8GB LPDDR4x RAM. The G80 5G will be available with up to 128GB built-in memory capacity which will be expandable using an external microSD card. The Moto G80 will be arriving with Android 12 OS which will be clubbed with the MyUX interface.

The Moto G80 5G’s camera hardware comprises three sensors at the rear including a 50MP main lens along with OIS and Quad Pixel technology. The rear camera setup on the G80 also has an 8MP ultrawide angle sensor that also doubles up as the depth lens. Lastly, there is a 2MP sensor for depth imaging.

The Moto G80 is packed with a 16MP front camera for selfies. For security, there is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The connectivity aspects of the latest Moto G series phone are 5G, 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS. There is a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfers and a 3.5 mm headphone jack for wired headphone connectivity. The lights are kept on here by a 5,000 mAh battery that has 30W fast charging support.

Motorola Moto G80 Price In India, Sale

The Moto G82 with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage is launched in India at Rs. 21,499. There is another 8GB RAM variant which is announced at Rs. 22,999. The mid-range Motorola phone is going up for sale both online (Flipkart) as well as offline markets in India.

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iQOO Neo 6 5G With SD 870 Chipset, 80W Fast Charging India Launch On May 31; Expected Price, Full Features

iQOO’s first Neo series phone is finally coming to India. The iQOO Neo6 will be debuting as the first iQOO Neo phone in the country. The rumor mill has been anticipating the upcoming premium iQOO series phone’s launch in India this month. An accidental leak suggested the iQOO Neo 6 India launch later this month. But now the same has been confirmed by iQOO itself.

iQOO Neo 6 India Launch Announced

The iQOO Neo 6 5G has will be debut on May 31 in India. iQOO has announced the upcoming Neo series India launch via its official Twitter handle this time. It is worth mentioning that the same date was accidentally leaked via e-commerce website Amazon recently. The listing not only spilled the upcoming launch date for the iQOO Neo 6 in India but also availability. The device will be sold via Amazon itself in the country.

 The online retailer has also created a dedicated microsite on its portal. Additionally, the iQOO Neo 6 specifications have also been teased via the official launch poster. The teaser confirms slight variations in terms of hardware that the Neo 6 5G’s Indian variant will feature compared to the Chinese variant. Below are the details:

iQOO Neo 6 India Specifications And Features

The iQOO Neo 6’s official teaser poster confirms the octa-core Snapdragon 870 chipset. This is one prime difference between the Indian model and the Chinese counterpart. It is speculated the device will be available with up to 12GB RAM to handle all the multitasking. The storage capacity could be up to 256GB or 512GB. The device will ship with Android 12 OS in India.

We expect the Neo 6 remaining hardware to be identical to the Chinese model. Speaking of which, the iQOO Neo 6 5G might also sport an AMOLED panel that’ll measure 6.62-inches. It will support 1080 p FHD+ screen resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Neo 6 5G’s display will sport a punch-hole camera cutout for the selfie snapper and also integrate a fingerprint scanner for security.

The teaser also confirms 80W fast charging support. The battery capacity us not mentioned. But it could feature a 4,700 mAh unit as the Chinese model.

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Possible Reno8 Pro+ Full Specifications Listed At TENAA; Dimensity 8100 Chipset, 50MP Triple Cameras, And More

OPPO Reno8 series is breaking covers next week in China. All three upcoming Reno series phones have been making consistent splashes via leaks and rumors. The vanilla Reno8 also has already gone up for pre-orders at the  Chinese online retailer website JD.com. The specifications of the standard Reno8 also leaked completely via TENAA. Now, the Chinese mobile regulatory have revealed the entire specifications of the top-end Reno8 Pro+ model. Look at the details below:

OPPO Reno8 Pro+ Full Specifications Also Revealed Via TENAA

Following the standard Reno8, another OPPO handset with the PFZM10 model number has been listed at TENAA. This is rumored to be the high-end OPPO Reno8 Pro+ model. Going by the TENAA listing, the OPPO PFZM10 or the Reno8 Pro+ will be packed with the Dimensity 8100 Max processor. To recap, the OnePlus 10R arrived as the first flagship-grade Android phone powered by the Dimensity 8100 processor.

Since the Reno8 Pro+ is launching with the same chipset as the OnePlus 10R, we can expect both these Android phones to compete in the premium mid-tier segment. The configurations listed for the OPPO Reno 8 Pro+ are 8GB/12GB RAM and up to 256GB storage configuration. The OPPO Reno8 Pro+ display and camera specifications have also been confirmed by the TENAA certification website. The top-end Reno8 series phone will be announced with a 6.7-inch display.

The screen type will be 6.7-inches, while the resolution will be 1080p FHD+. The refresh rate is not mentioned. But there are possibilities the panel supports 120Hz refresh rate. The Reno8 Pro+ will feature a triple rear camera setup where the primary sensor will be a 50MP unit as per the TENAA listing.

OPPO will be launching the Reno8 Pro+ with Android 12 OS which will be topped with a custom ColorOS interface. This Reno8 series phone will feature a punch-hole camera cutout upfront which will be a storehouse for a 32MP selfie snapper. Also, the handset’s AMOLED display will be embedded with a fingerprint scanner for biometrics. If we go by the leaks, the Reno8 Pro+ will be packed with a 4,500 mAh battery that will support 80W fast charging technology.

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Vivo S15, S15 Pro Official Launch: How Can You Watch Launch Live Stream

Two major smartphone OEMs are releasing their new devices tomorrow for the masses. While OnePlus is bringing the new-gen Nord 2T, Vivo is set to launch the S15 series in China. As is the case with most upcoming smartphones, the Vivo S15 series specifications have also been leaked several times ahead of the launch. Vivo will be streaming the S15 series launch online for the interested audiences. How can you tune into the live stream event? What all specifications the S15 series will be packing? Details are as follows:

Vivo S15 Series Launch Live Stream Details: Where To Watch?

Just to recap, Vivo has already revealed the S15 series official launch timeline which is scheduled for May 19. Both Vivo S15 and the S15 Pro will be first brought to the Chinese market. The global launch might follow soon. Vivo has been teasing the upcoming S15 series via its official Weibo handle.

The launch event will be streamed live starting 7 PM CST. This is around 5.30 AM IST in India. If you plan to watch the Vivo S15 and the S15 Pro official launch event live, you would need to visit Vivo’s Weibo handle. The company is also said to live telecast the S15 series launch event via its other social media handles including the YouTube channel.

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Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G And Narzo 50 5G Launched With MediaTek Dimensity Processor, 90Hz Display: See Price And Specifications Here

Realme launched of new smartphones under the Narzo series on Wednesday in India. The Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G and the Narzo 50 5G are priced under Rs. 25,000 and are powered by MediaTek Dimensity series 5G processor. The devices are backed by a 5,000mAh battery and come with a 48MP camera on the back. Besides, the company claims that the devices will get Android updates for two years.

Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G Smartphone: Specifications And Features

The newly launched smartphone comes with a Mediatek Dimensity 920 processor with four ARM Cortex A78 CPUs. The device is available in two storage variants, such as 6GB/ 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Plus, there is support for 5GB of virtual RAM.

Besides, the device comes with a 6.4-inch Full HD+ 90Hz AMOLED display along with 1000nits peak brightness. The Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G device is backed by a 5,000mAh battery along with support for 33W fast charging.

On the imaging front, the device has a 48MP primary camera, 8MP 20-degree ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP macro lens. Also, there is a 16MP camera on the front and you will find a dual speaker with Dolby Atmos support, a Vapour chamber cooling system, X-axis linear motor. Additionally, the device runs Android 12 OS and an in-display fingerprint scanner.

Realme Narzo 50 5G: Specifications And Features

The Realme Narzo 50 5G features a 6.6-inch LCD screen along with a 90Hz screen refresh rate. It has Full HD+ resolution and a 180Hz touch sampling rate. Under the hood, the device is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 810 processor that is paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

On the optics front, the device will have a 48MP camera and a portrait lens on the back. There is also a 16MP camera on the front. There is also a 5,000mAh battery along with 18W fast charging Realme UI 3.2 based on Android 12, Dolby audio, and a fingerprint scanner.

Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G and Narzo 50 5G: Price in India and Availability

The 6GB+128GB variant of the Realme Narzo 50 will cost you Rs. 21,999 and the 8GB+128GB variant will cost you Rs. 23,999. The device will be available on Amazon starting from May 26 and it comes in two color options Blue and Black.

On the other hand, the 4GB+64GB Narzo 50 5G will cost you Rs. 15,999, whereas the 4GB+128GB version is priced at Rs. 16,999. The 6GB+ 128GB storage variant will cost you Rs. 17,999 and the device will be available from May 24 through Amazon.

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Best Laptops Under Rs. 25,000 In India: Check Out The Most Popular Models

Be it for office-going individuals or students, laptops have become basic gadgets in today’s world. Here, we have curated the list of the top laptop models under Rs. 25,000 that you can buy for your business and personal needs.

Asus Vivobook 15 (2021)

The Vivobook 15 is one of the most popular laptops in the mid-range segment. It looks stylish and premium. The Asus Vivobook 15 sports a 15.6-inch HD LED-backlit anti-glare display with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels. The laptop has an Intel Celeron N4020 chipset, 4GB DDR4 RAM (2400MHz), and a 256GB NVMe SSD. It comes with the Windows 11 and a trial edition of MS Office. Furthermore, it is powered by a two-cell 37Wh lithium-ion battery that said to last to up to 5 hours on a single charge.

Avita Satus Ultimus

The Avita Satus Ultimus is a decent budget laptop under Rs. 25,000. With a cloth texture on the top, it gives a premium feel.. The Avita Satus Ultimus is easy to carry with its lightweight and compact. The laptop boasts a 14-inch FHD display with 1920 x 1080 resolution and minimum bezels. Under the hood, it has an Intel Celeron N4020 dual-core CPU, 4GB DDR4 RAM, and a 128GB SSD. The Intel Celeron N4020 is currently the most powerful processor in this price bracket. It gives up to 4 hours of power back up after a full charge.

HP Chromebook 14

The HP Chromebook 14 is one of the best laptops you can buy for under Rs. 25,000 in the Indian market. It is powered by an Intel Celeron N4020 chipset, 4 GB SDRAM, and 64 GB eMMC storage that can be expanded up to 256GB. The laptop comes with a 14-inch WLED backlit LCD touchscreen display with a resolution density of 1366 x 768 pixels. Apart from that, the HP Chromebook 14 is comfortable to use, thanks to its slim and lightweight design. When it comes to battery life, the HP Chromebook 14 is a beast that can easily last up to 8 to 10 hours..

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook

Next on this list is the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook. The laptop looks very stylish and has a decent build quality. It is powered by an Intel Celeron N4020 CPU with 4GB DDR4 RAM and 64GB eMMC. This Lenovo Chromebook also includes a Google H1 security chip for security. Besides, the laptop has a 720p webcam and two USB 3.2 USB Type-C and USB 3.1 connections. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook has a two-cell battery that can easily last up to 8-9 hours on normal use.

RDP ThinBook 1010

The RDP ThinBook 1010 is another laptop on the list to look out for as it comes with the best configuration. It comes with 4 GB RAM and an in-built 64 GB memory, which is surely not enough. However, with an increased memory of up to 1 TB and the Intel Celeron Processor, it will make for a best entry-level laptop. Besides, it has a 14.1-inch HD display, as well as a sleek and lightweight structure and design, which is a standout feature for any laptop.

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Realme Narzo 50A Prime Might Launch On April 30: Check Price, Specifications, And Other Details

Realme is all set to launch a new smartphone in India. The Realme Narzo 50A Prime is expected to be the company’s first smartphone that will not have a charger in the box. Notably, the company has not confirmed any launch date, but several reports claim that it will be launched on April 30th.

The device is already available in Indonesia. The launch date of the device is not known as the company has not made any official announcement yet.

Realme Narzo 50A Prime Smartphone: Variants

The Realme Narzo 50A Prime comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB+ 128GB of storage. The same storage options are expected to be available in the Indian market. Besides, the device is likely to be available in two colour options, such as Flash Black and Flash Blue. The same colour options have been launched in Indonesia.

Realme Narzo 50A Prime Smartphone: Specifications

The Realme Narzo 50A Prime comes with a 6.6-inch HD+ display along with 1,080 ×2,408 resolution. There will be also a 180Hz sampling rate, 600nits brightness, and Unisoc T612 chipset paired along with Mali G57 GPU for graphics.

Besides, the smartphone packs 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage that can be expandable through a microSD card. On the connectivity front, the device comes with 4G VoLTE, dual-band, GPS, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C.

The device might be packed with a 5,000mAh battery along with an 18W fast charging support. The device weighs 189 grams and measures 164.4×75.6×8.1mm. Plus, there is a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and audio jack.

Moreover, you will find a triple camera set up at the back, including a 50MP primary Samsung JN1 sensor, and a 2MP macro camera. Plus, the device supports an 8MP snapper on the front for selfies and videos.

Key Highlights Realme Narzo 50A Prime Smartphone

Unisoc T612 SoC, Mali-G57 GPU
6.6-inch FHD+ display
Android 11 based Realme UI 2.0
4GB RAM and 128GB storage
Triple cameras at the back
8MP camera on the front
5,000mAh battery along with 18W fast-charging support

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Moto G Stylus 2022 With Helio G88 Chipset, 50MP Triple Camera Officially Announced; Full Specifications, Price

Motorola has finally unveiled its third-generation stylus phone for the masses. The Moto G Stylus 2022 has finally broken covers after being the subject of numerous leaks and rumors. The device has arrived with the mid-range Helio G88 processor, a 90Hz FHD+ display, and a triple-lens camera module. Motorola has launched the Moto G Stylus 2022 in the US and is yet to bring this handset to the remaining global markets. All the features along with the pricing details are listed below:

Motorola Moto G Stylus 2022 Full Specifications, Features

The Motorola Moto G Stylus has been announced with the Helio G88 processor. This is a new-gen octa-core MediaTek processor which is gaming-oriented and is combined with 6GNB RAM for multitasking. The mid-range phone has been announced with up to 128GB onboard storage capacity. It also supports an external microSD card (up to 512GB) for storage expansion.

The Moto G Stylus 2022 flaunts a massive 6.8-inch display. It is a Max Vision IPS LCD that offers 1080 x 2460 pixels FHD+ resolution, 369PPI, and an aspect ratio of 20:5:9. The panel supports a 90Hz refresh rate. The imaging setup on the new Moto premium mid-range phone is handled by three sensors at the rear and a single selfie snapper. The rear camera module features a 50MP main sensor which has an f/1.9 aperture.

The main lens is paired up with an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 2MP depth sensor. The selfies and video calls are handled y a 16MP snapper upfront that has an f/2.2 aperture. In terms of connectivity, the Moto G Stylus 2022 offers standard 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The device equips a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometric authentication.

The stylus pen support is one of the biggest highlights of this mid-range phone.  It comes pre-installed with Android 11 OS and has a custom MyUX interface on top. Rounding off the Moto G Stylus 2022’s spec sheet is a 5,000 mAh battery. The charging speeds this handset support is standard (10W).

Moto G Stylus 2022 Price, Availability Details

Motorola has introduced the G Stylus 2022 in the US at $299.99 which is approximately Rs. 22,000 in Indian currency. It has been launched with a single 6GB RAM and 128GB storage option and dual color variants – Metallic Rose, Twilight Blue. While the global launch date is announced, Motorola could reveal some developments on the same soon.