by Hansraj Agrawal | Aug 28, 2024 | Technology
2 min read Last Updated : Aug 28 2024 | 1:55 PM IST
Motorola’s budget 5G smartphone, Moto g45 5G, is now available for purchase in India. Launched on August 21, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chip and features a vegan leather finish on the back, available in three Pantone-curated colours: Brilliant Blue, Brilliant Green, and Viva Magenta.
Moto g45 5G: Price and variants
4GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs 10,999
8GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs 12,999
Moto g45 5G: Availability and offers
The Moto g45 5G smartphone can be purchased from Motorola official website and the e-commerce platform Flipkart. Introductory offers include a Rs 1,000 discount from Axis Bank and IDFC First Bank customers on credit card and credit card equated monthly instalment (EMI) transactions.
Moto g45 5G: Details
The Moto g45 5G sports a 6.5-inch HD+ display of a 120Hz refresh rate, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The smartphone is equipped with a stereo speaker system that supports Dolby Atmos surround sound for surround sound audio experience.
The smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chip, with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB of on-board storage. It comes with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 20W wired charging. For photography, the Moto g45 5G sports a 50MP primary camera sensor paired with a 2MP depth sensor, and a 16MP front-facing camera.
Moto g45 5G: Specifications
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Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3
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RAM: 4GB and 8GB
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Storage: 128GB
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Display: 6.5-inch LCD display, HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, Gorilla Glass 3 protection
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Audio: Dolby Atmos
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Rear camera: 50MP primary + 2MP depth sensor
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Front camera: 16MP
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OS: Android 14-based HelloUI
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Battery: 5000mAh
First Published: Aug 28 2024 | 1:55 PM IST
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by Hansraj Agrawal | Aug 28, 2024 | Technology
PlayStation Accessories app
2 min read Last Updated : Aug 28 2024 | 1:21 PM IST
Sony has launched a new PlayStation Accessories app for Windows, enhancing the compatibility of DualSense PlayStation controllers with PCs, to compete with Microsoft’s Xbox. The new app enables users to customise their DualSense Edge wireless controllers directly from their PCs. However, the option for the base DualSense controller is limited to installing firmware updates.
The previously available “Firmware Updater for DualSense Wireless Controller” app from Sony on Windows PC only allowed users to update the controller’s firmware from a Windows PC. The new Accessories app appears to focus more on the DualSense Edge controller, offering a similar level of customisation as Sony provides on its PlayStation 5 console.
Sony’s initiative to increase compatibility for its gaming accessories across different platforms represents a significant move towards opening up closed console ecosystems. Both Sony and Microsoft have begun porting exclusive gaming titles to other platforms. Sony has made several of its PlayStation-exclusive titles, such as Ghost of Tsushima and The Last of Us Part 1, available on PC. Similarly, Xbox has announced that its upcoming Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will be ported to PlayStation 5 next year.
PlayStation Accessories App: Details
The DualSense Edge wireless controller was originally designed for the PlayStation 5 gaming console. With the new Accessories app, Sony allows users to change controller button assignments, adjust sensitivity and dead zones for the controller sticks, adjust trigger dead zones, and modify vibration intensity from PCs.
Additionally, the Accessories app enables users to connect up to four controllers simultaneously and assign a controller number to each for easier identification.
First Published: Aug 28 2024 | 1:21 PM IST
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by Hansraj Agrawal | Aug 28, 2024 | Technology
The outage, which lasted several minutes on Wednesday, resulted in pages failing to load. Many users encountered a “something went wrong, try reloading” message on their screens.
According to the outage tracking website Downdetector.com, 915 reports of outages were recorded in India at 9.15 am IST. In the United States, nearly 36,000 outages were reported at 11.15 pm ET (8:45 am IST). Downdetector also noted that over 70 per cent of users experienced issues with the mobile application, while some reported problems with the web version and server connectivity.
As of now, X has not issued an official statement regarding the outage, and the reason for the disruption remains unknown.
Second such instance in a month
This recent outage follows an interruption during a Spaces conversation between X owner Elon Musk and former US President Donald Trump earlier this month. Musk claimed that the disruption was caused by a “massive” cyberattack.
X has been prone to technical issues and glitches in the past. Elon Musk has previously criticised Twitter’s code, describing it as “brittle”.
Memes flood X following outage
In the wake of the brief outage, X users were quick to share memes mocking the incident. One user wrote, “People are checking Twitter to see whether Twitter is down.”
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by Hansraj Agrawal | Aug 28, 2024 | Technology
Instagram text on photos feature
2 min read Last Updated : Aug 28 2024 | 12:24 PM IST
Meta-owned social media platform
Instagram has introduced a new feature that allows users to add text to their photos directly from the post editor, removing the need for a separate app to edit photos. Additionally, users can now layer one photo over another as a sticker within the post editor. By tapping the layered photo, users can change its shape to square, circle, star, or rectangle. To add images as stickers, users should tap the gallery button in the top-right corner.
“You can now add text – including our newest fonts – and layer images via stickers to your photos and carousels. This gives you the creative flexibility to make your content stand out and explore new, more entertaining storytelling with photos and carousels,” Instagram said in a blog post.
Instagram has also introduced new text fonts, effects, and animations for Reels and Stories. Upon opening the text tool and tapping the text button, users will see new fonts that can be animated or customised with desired effects.
In its ongoing effort to integrate new features inspired by other social media platforms, Instagram had earlier announced that carousel posts can now include up to 20 photos or videos. “Level up your photo dump game,” Instagram stated on its official channel. “Now you can add up to 20 pics or videos to a carousel,” the company added.
Recently, Instagram revealed a new feature that allows users to post music to their profile. Screenshots shared by Instagram show that the user’s profile bio section will now feature their chosen music. Users will have the option to change or remove the song as desired.
First Published: Aug 28 2024 | 12:24 PM IST
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by Hansraj Agrawal | Aug 28, 2024 | Technology
Take notes for me in Google Meet
2 min read Last Updated : Aug 28 2024 | 11:57 AM IST
Google has announced the rollout of the “Take notes for me” feature on Google Meet to select Google Workspace customers. Unveiled last year, this Gemini AI-powered feature automatically takes notes during a meeting and provides a summary of discussions if you join the meeting late. The feature is currently available only on Google Meet for PCs.
Google stated that the “Take notes for me” feature will be accessible to all Google Workspace customers with either Gemini Enterprise, Gemini Education Premium, or AI Meetings and Messaging add-ons by September 10. It is important to note that the feature currently supports only the English language.
Google Meet’s Take Notes for Me: How it works
In a blog post detailing the feature, Google explained that when the “Take notes for me” option is enabled in Google Meet, the AI-powered tool will automatically take notes of the meeting’s discussions in Google Docs. These notes will be saved to the meeting owner’s Google Drive. The notes document will also be attached to the calendar event, where participants within the organisation can access them. If the user has enabled meeting recording and transcriptions, those files will be linked within the notes document as well.
Another key feature of this AI-powered tool is “Summary so far.” If you join the meeting late, the feature will notify you that Google Gemini is taking notes and provide a summary of what has been discussed up to that point. It will also inform you of the current topic of discussion.
First Published: Aug 28 2024 | 11:57 AM IST
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by Hansraj Agrawal | Aug 28, 2024 | Technology
Representative Image Nothing Ear (stick)
2 min read Last Updated : Aug 28 2024 | 11:17 AM IST
Nothing is reportedly set to expand its wireless earbuds portfolio with new “Ear Open” earbuds. Gadget discovery site 91Mobiles spotted these earbuds from the British consumer technology brand on Singapore’s IMDA certification site. The listing confirmed the marketing name “Ear Open” under the Nothing brand.
Reportedly, the wireless earbuds would have a semi-in ear design and not the in-ear type design that is essential for active noise cancellation
According to the IMDA certification, the device is listed with model number B182 under the lower power device category and can be connected via Bluetooth. The earbuds are described as True Wireless, with the supplier listed as IFactory ASIA PTE. LTD. The IMDA listing indicates that the earbuds will be available in global markets, including India and the UK.
Further details about the new earbuds may be released soon, and an official announcement from the brand is anticipated. The earbuds are expected to support ChatGPT integration, following Nothing’s announcement of expanding OpenAI’s ChatGPT integration across its audio products, including those from its sub-brand CMF.
Currently, Nothing offers the Ear and Ear (a) models in its wireless earbuds segment, which feature Active Noise Cancellation, Hi-Res audio support, and 11mm custom drivers. ChatGPT integration is available on both models, allowing users to set the AI chatbot as their default voice assistant if the source device supports it.
The only open-ear or semi in-ear type model it has in the portfolio is the Nothing Ear (Stick). Launched in 2022 at Rs 8,499, the Nothing Ear (stick) are offered at a discounted price of Rs 5,299 on Flipkart. These half in-ear style wireless earbuds feature 12.6mm audio drivers, but lack support for active noise cancellation (ANC).
First Published: Aug 28 2024 | 11:16 AM IST
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