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Users will now be able to make voice and video calls directly from the Facebook app

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Ever since the epidemic started, voice and video calls have become a lot more important as they help to connect people both personally and professionally. Facebook Messenger has been one such tool that has helped people to connect with each other for free using their video and voice calls feature. However, when the user tries to place a call through Facebook, it automatically redirects them to the Messenger app and initiates the call from there. 

This might not remain the case anymore in the future as Facebook has been allowing a handful of users to use voice and video calls directly from the main Facebook app. The feature has been activated from them only on a trial basis from now and it would make making calls a lot easier on Facebook. Although users will be able to make the calls from Facebook’s main app in the future, they will still need to use the Messenger app for the same to use all the features it has. 

Also, since Facebook has been trying to integrate messenger with Instagram and WhatsApp, they would allow users to make calls from Messenger to any contact on Instagram and WhatsApp as well. There is no confirmation from Facebook as to when the feature will be launched to all the Facebook users globally as the feature is still being tested for any kind of bugs. However, this feature would not leave the users dependent on voice and video calls on the standalone app of Messenger.

Apple might only bring in-screen Touch ID sensor on higher variants

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A few hours before new leaks appeared about iPhone 13 which suggested that the new smartphone would include a Touch ID under the screen, which is similar to what Android flagship smartphones are also providing. An in-screen fingerprint scanner would be a new feature for iPhone 13 if it comes this year. However, as per the latest reports and news, the feature might not be present in all the variants of the iPhone. We all know that every year, Apple launches multiple variants of the iPhone, which would include the Mini, basic version, Pro version, and the Pro Max version.

It is expected that Apple might be adding the in-screen Touch ID sensors only in the Pro Max and Pro variants. It means that the Mini and basic version of the iPhone 13 will still continue to have the FaceID feature for security, while the higher variants will get the additional Touch Id sensors under the screen. Although this might sound a bit odd, it should have been a feature that should have been common in all the variants.

Although nothing has been confirmed by Apple till now about the addition of Touch ID, it is almost confirmed that it will happen. Also, the company has already been working on the new in-screen Touch ID for a long time now and it was almost time that it was introduced in the iPhone similar to what Android flagships are offering. We do expect a lot more surprises from Apple before the official launch as new news and leaks about the smartphone continue to appear on the internet.

Nokia G50 accidentally leaked on Instagram before the announcement

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Sajin Vargheese
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Nokia has been launching a lot of new smartphones this year and has been expanding the offerings in the market for users in every segment. As per new leaked details, HMD global might be ready to launch yet another smartphone, which might also be one of the cheapest 5G smartphones from them. The leaked details are for Nokia G50 which will be the next smartphone from Nokia in the affordable segment. It will also be the first smartphone that will be offering 5G connectivity in the G series. 

There was a post on Nokia Mobile France’s Instagram page that mentioned Nokia G50 and some context about it. Although it was accidental, it was noticed by a lot of Instagram users. The post was later removed from the account immediately. The image in the post gives a clear picture of the design and look of the smartphone. The smartphone seems to have a very similar design to Nokia G20 and seems to come with a polycarbonate body as per the images. 

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The phone also seems to have a teardrop notch in the front display which holds the camera. The back has the Nokia branding and a triple camera setup with flash in a round camera unit. For now, the post displayed two color options which are Blue and Midnight Sun. The phone is expected to come with Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 with 5G capabilities. It will cost somewhere around Rs 11,000 and will come with a 4GB RAM option and multiple storage variants. 

New leaks for Fitbit Charge 5 appeared on Twitter

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Fitbit is soon going to launch another fitness wearable in the market, but before the announcement, the images of the device have been leaked online and the device has been named Charge 5. The new leaks and details show that the Charge 5 has a lot of new features when compared to the previous generation. Fitness trackers have been popular among wearable devices and have a market of their own. It would not be wrong to say that Fitbit is currently among the leaders when it comes to fitness wearables in the world.

The new Fitbit Charge 5 would be the successor to Charge 4, but the company has not yet confirmed its launch or has shared any kind of information regarding the same. However, the details and images of the device have appeared on Twitter by leakster Snoop. The tweet includes a 1:31 minute video that provides all the details of the device including the price it would be launched with. The leaks confirm that the device will be launched at a price of $179 and that it has a complete design change when compared to the previous devices. The device has curved edges, smoother straps, and a full-color screen.

While the tweet does not reveal the hardware that has been used in the fitness wearable, it can be expected that the new features would definitely bring better hardware for the users. Also, the tweet suggested that the device would include multiple sensors out of which heart rate and SPo2 is one of the commonly expected ones.

Google to add new changes to review and rating system for apps in Google Play Store

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One of the best ways to know if an app on the Google Play Store is good is through its rating. However, when we look at the rating, they are not listed as per the device they have been installed on or the country where it was installed. Therefore, it becomes difficult for a user to know if the app is suited for them and the location they have to use it from. Now, Google is changing the way you view the rating on the Google App Store. They will be adding more filters to it so that the users can view only the reviews which are more helpful to them. 

One of the major changes that will come through for any users is that they will be able to view the reviews for the app in their own country or location. This will not only help them to understand if the app has been useful for people in their country, but will also help them to avoid comments related to any app bug that is specific to a location or country. Google confirms that this type of change was requested by both the developers and the users as well. 

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They will soon be adding a new filter in the reviews next year, which will filter the reviews based on the device the user is using. If the user is using a tablet, the reviews will be based on people who are using the app on a tablet. Since the experience of the app varies based on many different conditions, getting filtered reviews will provide a much better understanding of an app. The changes will be applied later this year and many changes will also be brought in next year.

Samsung Galaxy M32 5G to launch in India today

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Samsung will soon be launching the 5G variant of the Galaxy M32 smartphone and the leaks confirm that it will be priced somewhere around Rs 25,000 The phone is all set to launch on August 25 and details of the phone have already been made available on the internet. One of the major highlights of the smartphone is the use of MediaTek DImensity 720 SoC which will provide the smartphone with 5G capabilities. The phone is said to come in two different variants for the users.

It will be made available for sale from September 2 on the official Samsung India website and Amazon India website along with retail stores. As per the details, the phone is going to come with a 6.5-inch HD+ screen, which is a TFT Infinity-V Display and comes with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. In the front, it will have a waterdrop style notch in the front. It will also feature a quad-camera setup on the rear where the primary camera sensor will be 48MP. In the front, it will get a 13MP selfie camera sensor.

The phone will be powered using a 5,000 mAh battery and will support 12 different 5G bands as well. It will come with at least 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. It will also be integrated with Samsung’s popular Knox Security to provide additional security for users’ data. The phone seems to be one of many other 4G smartphones that are being upgraded to 5G ready smartphones and then launched in the Indian market.

Instagram to replace the Swipe Up feature with Link stickers

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Alex Infant
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If you have been using Instagram, then you must have seen Stories that ask the users to swipe up to visit a link or a page. It has been a feature on Instagram for a very long time and now they have finally decided to part with it. It was one of the major ways through which Instagram content creators used to direct viewers to their page or a product link. However, starting from August 30, the feature will no longer be available on Instagram. 

As per the sources, the swipe-up feature will now be replaced with link stickers. Instagram has been testing the new link stickers on their platform since June and only a few users had the access to it. However, the feature will now be available to all the creators and business accounts who are verified and have a certain number of followers on their accounts. Link stickers bring in a lot of customization options for the creators which allow them to use different styles of stickers, different colors, and they can be placed anywhere on the screen for stories. 

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Another feature that has been added to it is that the viewers will be able to react to the stickers, which was not possible in the swipe-up feature. Instagram has confirmed that after the global launch of the feature, they will be further working on creating new link stickers with new designs and customization, to provide creators with more options. If you are a content creator or have a business account that is verified, you will be able to use it from August 30.

iPhone users losing cellular connectivity with iOS 14.7.1 update

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Sriram
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It would not be the first time that an iOS update has caused an issue in the iPhone, but Apple has been always ready for such instances, providing a quick resolution for them. Apple pushed an update for iOS in July with version 14.7.1. Although there were not many issues with the update for global users, there has been a large chunk of iPhone users that have been facing issues with cellular connectivity. The major issues that the update resolved were the security issue with arbitrary code which could be executed with kernel privileges and issues that prevented Apple Watch from unlocking the iPhone for mask-wearing users. 

Although both the issues were resolved for everyone facing it, it created a new issue where iPhone users lost cellular connectivity after installing the update. The issue was raised by many users on the Apple Forum and other platforms with the initial post related to the problem spotted a week back. The users have already tried resetting the phone, resetting the network settings, and using a new sim card. Although, the issue seems to persist in the smartphone. 

As per a support document provided by Apple, users have to make sure that they are in an area which the cellular provider covers and should attempt a carrier update setting update. It can be done from Settings>>General>>About. If there is an update, it will show and can be downloaded. In most cases, the issue has been resolved and Apple is already working on a new fix for users whose iPhone is still not working.

Redmi 10 to launch in India as Redmi 10 Prime

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Last week Xiaomi launched their Redmi 10 smartphone in the global market. Now the company will also be releasing the device in the Indian market with a rebranded name of Redmi 10 Prime. There is no official confirmation from Xiaomi regarding the release date but we can expect the smartphone in the early weeks of September. The Redmi 10, which will be rebranded and launched in India as Redmi 10 Prime is one of a kind budget category smartphone from the company.

Although it has been priced for an affordable segment, it comes with a lot of features that exist in the Redmi Note 10 series as well. One of the most unique features is the addition of a high refresh rate on display, which is a first for the non-Note series of phones. The phone will be powered using the new and tweaked Mediatek G88 SoC and will come with 4 and 6GB RAM options along with 64GB and 128GB storage to select from. The phone also comes with a great quad-camera setup where the primary sensor is 50MP from Sony.

The camera setup also comes with a wide variety of filters that is present in MIUI. It will be powered using a 5,000 mAh and support for 18W fast charging. It is in fact the most powerful phone in the Redmi Prime series till now and will provide complete value for its price. It also comes with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and dual stereo speakers. It seems that Xiaomi will be going for a last-minute launch for this smartphone in September.

OnePlus many launches OnePlus 9 RT in October

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Sajin Vargheese
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The OnePlus 9 series was launched by OnePlus earlier this year and among the series was the OnePlus 9R. The company is now planning to launch another smartphone in the OnePlus 9 series and this time it could be named the OnePlus 9 RT. The phone is expected to launch initially in India and China and later in the global market. The phone can be expected in the month of October and will have minor upgrades when compared to the OnePlus 9R.

 As per the latest reports and leaks, the new OnePlus 9 RT would be powered using the Snapdragon 870 processor and will sport an OLED panel that will support a 120Hz refresh rate as well. When it comes to the rear camera unit, it is expected to come with a 50MP primary lens from Sony, and the same sensors as used in OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro. The details also confirm that the phone will not be launched in North American and European markets, which could make it exclusive to India and China, but nothing is official yet. 

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The phone will also be running on the new OxygenOS 12 out of the box, based on Android 12. It will be very similar to what users have been experiencing in the OnePlus 9 series and will have a previous generation flagship processor, giving a great performance. There is no official date to when the phone will be launched, but it is expected that the company will make the announcement next month and will release it in October. 

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