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Canon Camera will now be able to backup photos directly in Google photos, using Google One subscription

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Google Photos is a great tool for people who automatically want to store all their videos and photos from their phones, directly to Google Cloud. The same feature will now be brought to Canon Cameras, where all the images will directly be transferred to Google Photos. The feature is named “easy Wi-Fi backup“. The major problem with digital cameras is that no matter how technological advances they are, one still has to access them manually from the Digital camera. However, with the new feature, the user will be able to upload all the photos to Google Photos and later access them from anywhere, even their own smartphones. 

The new feature will also allow the user to transfer original quality photos to either Google Photos, Youtube, or Google Drive as well. The best part about the feature is the ability to transfer photos with original quality and resolution and the user will not suffer any loss in the quality, regardless of the Google platform they upload the content to. However, to do so, one would require a Google One membership and the Canon camera should be a part of a compatible camera list that Google One has already released. 

It mainly includes top-of-the-line EOS DSLRs and Micro Four Thirds, as well as a wide-range of PowerShot point-and-shoots. Google One will provide users with 100GB of storage space, which will be free for the first month on a trial basis. The paid plans will start at $1.99/month for 100GB, while double that is $2.99 and 2TB costs $9.99 ($99.99 per year). Plans for 10, 20, and 30TB are also available for the users.

Fitbit Sense to have ECG support by year-end.

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Fitbit is one of the most popular companies when it comes to wearable fitness devices. While Google has been trying to acquire Fitbit, the company has launched a set of new hardware for its wearable gadgets. The company’s new hardware will have a new and advanced health tracking mechanism with complete ECG support. As per the company, the new feature will be completely ready by the end of the year and will be available for the users in the form of a new smartwatch.

The company has not been able to use the same feature on the existing product or even new ones as it was not given clearance by the FDA in the US. However, it seems that it will change by the end of this year when the company will be able to develop the feature completely. The company cleared that they are currently in the final review stage of the feature and trying to check for any kind of bigs and optimisation that is required. The company is also confident that the clearance for this will be given by both US and Europe by the end of this year.

Other competitors like Samsung have not been able to get the same kind of clearance for the last two years. Only Apple, with months of trying, is currently the only smartwatch with clearance to the ECG feature. Adding the ECG feature and getting the clearance for the same in the US will defiantly add a lot of weight and preference for Fitbit products.

A new iPad and Apple Watch 6 might join the list of announcements at Apple’s event.

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It has already been confirmed that Apple will be launching the new iPhone 12 and its multiple variants in the month of October. However, no official announcement has yet been made about the launch and announcement of any other device. As per a recent leak, it seems that Apple is already planning to launch the all-new Apple Watch Series 6 and the new Apple iPad. The details were first leaked by the YouTuber Jon Prosser, who said that Apple might be looking to launch a new iPad and watch in the same event where iPhone 12 will be announced. 

However, there was no confirmation of leaks for the same until now. The prediction came out to be true when both the devices were found to be tested and passed through the Eurasian Economic Commission, which hints that the devices are completely ready and will be launched in the upcoming events. The listing on the Eurasian Economic Commission shows a new tablet with Apple trademark and it also mentions that it runs iPadOS 14, which was announced a while back in the WWDC 2020. The test also confirms multiple variants of the iPad which were coded as A2072, A2270, A2316, A2324, A2325 A2428, and A2429. 

Similarly, multiple codes were seen for the Apple Watch Series 6 with model numbers A2291, A2292, A2351, A2352, A2355, A2356, A2375, and A2376. It was also noticed that the new watch would be running the all-new WatchOS 7 which was also announced in WWDC. Not all the specifications were listed about the devices, but it did confirm that the company is already prepping up to launch these devices in the coming months.

New Playstation 5 will support Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1.

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Sony Playstations 5 is all set to be launched by the company in the coming months, and ahead of its launch, the company has revealed some of the key features and details about the next-generation console. The new leaks for PS5 reveal that the console will be having support for Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1. The reports came from a Brazil-based Techno blog. The image that has been leaked provides all the technical specifications about the new generation console. 

The upgrade to Wi-Fi 6 from version 4 is definitely appreciated, through which the maximum throughput would increase to 9.6 Gbps. The technical specification also confirmed that it will be supporting Bluetooth 5.1 which will bring great improvements to connectivity with the controller and will also decrease the response time. As mentioned in their digital release, there will be two types of variants for PS5, the digital version which is slimmer and does not have a CD drive, and the little bulkier version with the CD drive. 

The game disc will support capacity up to 100 GB and both the models will be packed with an SSD. It has already been confirmed that the next-generation console will have the powerful AMD hardware with Zen 2 CPU and Navi GPU. The console will be paired with a Dual Sense controller with haptic feedback and a built-in microphone. Although no launch date has been confirmed yet, it is confirmed that the console will be available to purchase in the month of November, the same time during which the Xbox series X console will be released.

Xiaomi to soon increase the price of their TV, due to the increase in the price of display panels

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Xiaomi has been known for offering the latest tech products to the consumers at the most affordable price, making them one of the best value for product companies. In a similar attempt, the company launched its series of TV’s which became a huge hit due to its affordable price value. Earlier this week, many rumors came in the market that Xiaomi might increase the price of their televisions due to the increase in the price of the display panels, but nothing was confirmed at that time. 

Now, speculations are coming up that the price of the television might increase by almost $20-$40, which will be significantly based on the affordable price range they offer to the customers. The information was leaked through microblogging site Weibo, where the blogger mentioned that the price increase will happen as the price of LCD panels has been steadily rising from the last few months. As per him, the increase in price can be announced on August 28, 2020. The news was later confirmed by the ZNDS network, who confirmed the price hike will happen soon. 

The details reveal that the price of panels for 55 inches and 32 inch television has risen by 10 percent and the price for a panel for 50 and 65-inch television have increased by 8-10 percent. Although Xiaomi has not confirmed anything on the price hike, it seems to be imminent. This is going to certainly affect other companies as well who are using the same LCD panel for their devices

Google will add Snapseed’s UI changes to Photo editor function

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Google has been trying to make a lot of improvements to its Android operating system to make it much more efficient on a smartphone that does now have a high-end specification. In the same attempt, Google is now redesigning the editor UI in photos. The new design is said to be much smoother and faster as it will not carry forward the UI which was icon heavy. The design of the new UI will be able to use text over icons, which will take fewer resources and loading time. 

The new UI theme has been inspired by the Snapseed editing app, which is also owned by Google. The major difference that one will be able to notice in the new design is the addition of a text button like Crop and Filters, which was visible as only icons in the previous version. It made recognizing the functions a little difficult for the users. It will simply help the users to identify the functions instead of guessing and trying out each before selecting the correct one. These changes were not announced by Google themselves, but the images for the same have been leaked online on Twitter. 

There is no saying as to when the new UI design for editing in Photos will be live, but it is expected to be featured through an update in a month or soo. Apart from that, the company is also working on adding a lot of new elements in the gallery to declutter a large number of photos.

Microsoft Windows 10 UI update will have rounded corners as per leaked images.

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Microsoft has been working on the new UI structure for windows operating system for a long time now and there have been many leaks and rumors about the new look. However, a recently leaked image of what can be the new operating system from Windows, shows that the company will be designing a more rounded look for windows than sharp edges. Microsoft has been bringing more Windows 10 development teams under Panos Panay, the head of the successful Surface lineup. 

As per experts the new design and UI changes in Windows OS could bring in a lot of good changes in the way people work on it. What we already know is that Microsoft is looking forward to redesigning the iconic Start menu and redesign the entire look with rounded corners. Microsoft has already been pushing out updates for Windows 10 Photos app, Windows Calendar, Windows Maps, Movies & TV, Sticky Notes, and even Calculator, all of which came out with rounded corners in the new UI update. 

The change isn’t going to be major but these subtle changes can easily be noticed by a Windows user. Microsoft already promised on giving rounded corners for default control styles in XAML apps last year and the same will be common now across all the apps that are built in the Windows 10 operating system. The company has already been working on WinUI, which will provide a major change in the interface for desktop and surface devices from the company. 

The new UI and rounded corner design are still under the testing phase and will take some time for Microsoft to totally implement it.

LG announces a new Air purifier face mask with dual fans

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In the world of a pandemic where social distancing and face mask is a must, LG has understood the need of the consumers and has announced a new type of facemask. Named as the PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier face mask, it is one of a kind and the first mask in the category to also act as an air purifier. Ever since the pandemic, there has been a huge shortage of face masks in the entire globe. To address the issue, the company has introduced these air purifier masks that can be reused again and again. 

The mask has a dual fan and a respiratory sensor. The air purifier will purify the incoming air, while the respiratory sensor will control the airflow. The air mask from LG will be showcased at the IFA 2020 in September and is expected to be on sale in the last quarter of the year. There has been no revelation on the pricing of the mask yet, as it would be revealed at the time of launch. As per the details given by the company themselves, the face mask will have two H13 HEPA filters to purify the air. 

Also, the dual fans that have been integrated into the mask will have three levels of speed, which the sensor will automatically adjust to reduce resistance while exhaling. The sensor will also detect the cycle and volume of the wearer’s breath, and adjust the available fans. The mask will have a case that comes in bundled when purchased. The case will be used to recharge the mask and can also be linked with the mobile notification system for filter change reminder. The ear straps for the mask will also be replaceable and recyclable. 

The case mask will also be great for people who feel suffocated or have difficulty breathing while using the mask, as the fans will maintain sufficient airflow and will exhale all the CO2 outside the mask.

Realme to launch their Realme 7 series of smartphones in an event on September 1.

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Realme is finally holding an event on September 1 where they will be unveiling their next generation of Realme 7 series smartphone. The expected models that will be released will be the Realme 7 and 7 Pro.  The launch event will be streaming at 12:30 PM IST (7 AM UTC) and will be streamed on the company’s official YouTube channel as well as on Facebook and Twitter accounts. The new Realme 7 series would be launched with the caption “Capture Sharper, Charge Faster“, which refers to the 64 MP camera they have used in both the variants and the quick charge technology which will support 65W quick charge for the Pro model and 30W for the base model. 

The specs of the smartphone have not been entirely revealed but it is confirmed that the smartphone will have a punch-hole display and in-display fingerprint sensor. The company has also been accepting orders for the Realme 7 on their website and is expected to reveal a few more details on the website or through other sources, to build up the excitement for the smartphone before the launch. Apart from the handset, there is no other information about any secondary product that they will be launching alongside their smartphones. 

However, it is expected that a few products could be launched, something Realme has already been working on for a long time. With less than a week left for the launch event, Realme fans are already geared up for the offering from the company.

Asus launches Zenfone 7 and 7 Pro with the triple flip camera setup

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The much awaited Asus 7 and 7 pro has been officially launched by Asus with a lot of different and unique features. The next generation device from Asus is still carrying the flip camera technology, with a triple camera setup this time. The device has been officially launched for Europe and will be available in the market from September 1, 2020. However, the company has made no official announcement about its global availability. But if the trend is to be followed, the phone will be launched in other parts of the world within the next month or two. 

The company has launched two variants of the phone called the Zenfone 7 and 7 Pro. Both the mobile phones come with a 6.67 inch screen which is a notchless screen capable of 90Hz refresh rate and is a complete OLED panel. Both the smartphone will have the latest Snapdragon 865 chipset, which will provide exceptional performance and gaming capabilities. However, the difference can be noticed in both the models as the process is clocked at 2.4GHz vs. 3.1GHz in both 7 and 7Pro models of Asus Zenfone. Zenfone 7 will come in a 6 and 8 GB RAM variant and a storage of 128 GB, while the 7 Pro model will come in only 8GB variant and a 256GB storage capacity. 

Both the device will get a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and a 5,000 mAh battery along with the capability to expand the storage up to 2TB. The major feature of the phone is the all new triple flip camera setup which will have the 64-megapixel main sensor, 12-megapixel ultrawide, and an 8-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. The same camera can be flipped and used as a selfie camera as well. The cost of the phone will be $750 for the Zenfone 7 model and $955 for the 7Pro model.

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