Sonys PlayStation buys Bungie, game studio with Xbox ties - Business Standard

PlayStation-maker Sony is escalating its competition with Xbox-maker Microsoft by buying the video game studio behind one of Xbox's hit games.

Sony Interactive Entertainment said Monday it would spend $3.6 billion to buy Bungie Inc, an independent game publisher based in Bellevue, Washington. Bungie makes the popular game franchise Destiny and was the original developer of Xbox-owned Halo.

Microsoft bought Bungie in 2000, but later spun off the game studio in 2007 while retaining intellectual property rights to the Halo franchise.

Sony is one of the world's biggest video game companies, but Microsoft has been ramping up its gaming ambitions, most recently by announcing plans to buy high-profile game publisher Activision Blizzard for USD 68.7 billion. Acquiring the owner of titles like Call of Duty and Candy Crush would immediately put Microsoft ahead of Nintendo as the third-biggest gaming company in global sales, behind Japan's Sony and Chinese tech giant Tencent.

Xbox's top executive, Phil Spencer, told news site Axios last year that we've learned a lot since letting go of Bungie. Spencer on Monday tweeted his congratulations to PlayStation for adding a talented team" to its game studios.

Bungie started in Chicago in 1991 and made its early hits, such as Myth and Marathon, for personal computers. It now employs about 900 people and is based not far from Microsoft's headquarters in Redmond, Washington. Sony's video game division is centered in San Mateo, California.

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iPhone 13 mini gets Rs 3,000 price cut in India through Flipkart - gizmochina

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Sony PlayStation State of Play announced, Gran Turismo 7 gameplay to be revealed - BGR India

Sony has announced that it will be hosting its PlayStation State of Play event later this week. The event will be streamed live for everyone to watch and will majorly focus on the upcoming Gran Turismo 7. At the event, the company will showcase around half an hour of gameplay footage of Gran Turismo 7. Polyphony Digital’s upcoming racing simulator Gran Turismo 7 is slated to release in March as a PlayStation exclusive. It is going to be the eighth title in the popular Gran Turismo franchise. Also Read - Next 3 Call of Duty games likely to launch on PS, irrespective of Microsoft's Activision acquisition

The company announced its upcoming PlayStation State of Play event via a blog post. The company has revealed that the event will host an online-only audience and will stream on February 3 at 3:30 AM IST. The event will be live streamed on the company’s official Twitch and YouTube channels. Also Read - Microsoft to keep Call of Duty on PlayStation even after Activision acquisition

Gran Turismo 7 takes center stage in an all-new State of Play, arriving Wednesday at 2pm Pacific: https://t.co/Yo0Iq8udFH pic.twitter.com/F3ASOpmpeQ Also Read - Sony speaks up for the first time after Microsoft-Activision deal

— PlayStation (@PlayStation) January 31, 2022

The company has revealed that the event will feature 30 minutes of Gran Turismo 7 gameplay footage on the PlayStation 5 along with a showcase of the modes and features. Apart from this, we can also expect to see gameplay footage from a number of other upcoming PlayStation games.

The event usually is a 20-minute affair, however, this time along with a 30-minute special screening, we can expect it to stretch a little longer.

Gran Turismo 7 is scheduled to release on March 4, which will bring along a long-awaited European campaign mode, paying tribute to the roots of the 17th-century term “Gran Turismo.” The game will mark the comeback of the Trial Mountain and High-Speed Ring tracks. Apart from this, the game is also expected to expand its car designing tool, car photography tool, car tuning, as well as car collection. We can also expect a special collaboration with Sony in terms of a special edition PS5 or a special edition PS5 controller launch.

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Is WhatsApp crashing after Android and iPhone update? Fix bug this way - HT Tech

WhatsApp for Android and iPhone users crashed when they tried to access the app or send media after downloading the latest update. Here's how to resolve it.

WhatsApp had released the beta for Android of two versions - 2.22.4.6 and 2.22.4.7, which were reportedly affected by an unexplained bug that led them to crash when users tried to open the app or share photos or videos. However, according to the latest information from WABetaInfo, the Meta-owned messaging app has released a fix for the bug that caused it to crash. The latest WhatsApp update includes the fix to the crashing bug only and does not reveal the cause of the problem.

When installing the 2.21.24.11 update on WhatsApp beta for Android, some users experienced constant crashes on Android 12. As a result, WhatsApp users are advised to back up their data on Google Drive before updating to the latest version of the beta update. This way WhatsApp users can prevent their data from being lost. Another solution for users who are facing the WhatsApp crashing bug is to revert to the older version by keeping their existing data saved. So, here’s the step-by-step guide for you to move back to the previous version of WhatsApp.

Move to the older version of WhatsApp beta on iPhone

iOS users can easily revert to the older version of WhatsApp beta without the need for a third-party app. You will need to use TestFlight to do so. Here's how:

• Go to TestFlight
• Then select WhatsApp Messenger
• Click on Previous builds
• Install a previous beta build and you will be easily moved to the older version of the WhatsApp beta
• Do remember to back up your chat history before changing installing or changing the WhatsApp version.

Move to an older version of WhatsApp beta on Android

Users on Android need to manually delete the current beta version and install the old one via APKMirror, however, a backup of your chat history is required to restore it. Here's how to move back to the older version of WhatsApp.

• Go to www.apkmirror.com in your web browser. Search WhatsApp in the search bar, which will give you the list of available versions of WhatsApp.
• Tap on the Download button in front of the version that you need to download.
• Scroll down and click on 'See available APKS'. This will give you a list of available downloading options.
• Tap the version that you want to download.
• Scroll down and click on the 'Download APK' option.
• Go to your downloads on your smartphone and open the downloaded app.
• Tap the WhatsApp APK file you just downloaded. A confirmation message will pop up, you just need to tap 'Yes'.
• Open WhatsApp and set up the initial requirements.

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PlayStation State of Play Announced for February 2, Will Showcase Gran Turismo 7 Gameplay Footage - Gadgets 360

Sony has announced its PlayStation State of Play and it is confirmed to stream later this week. The upcoming State of Play will focus majorly on Gran Turismo 7. Sony is expected to show around half an hour of gameplay footage of the upcoming racing simulator from Polyphony Digital. Gran Turismo 7 is slated to release in March and, as usual, will be a PlayStation exclusive. The racing simulator will be the eighth title in the popular Gran Turismo franchise.

Through a blog post, Sony announced that its latest PlayStation State of Play event will stream on February 2 at 2pm PT (3:30am IST on February 3). As per the announcement, the event will showcase 30 minutes of gameplay footage of the upcoming Gran Turismo 7 on PlayStation 5. State of Play will be streamed on the official Twitch and YouTube channels. Along with the gameplay footage, the stream will show game modes and features of the popular racing simulator.

PlayStation's State of Play generally showcases gameplay footage from a number of PlayStation exclusive titles as well as some third-party titles. The event is generally 20 minutes long. Since the blog post mentions that it will show 30 minutes of gameplay of Gran Turismo 7, it is safe to assume that the upcoming event will be a longer-than-usual affair.

Gran Turismo 7 is scheduled to arrive on PlayStation consoles on March 4. The game returns with its Campaign mode and will now be set in Europe — paying a tribute to the roots of the 17th century term "Gran Turismo". The upcoming Polyphony Digital racing title will see two of its tracks — Trial Mountain and High-Speed Ring — making a comeback. The racing simulator is also expected to expand its car designing tool, car photography tool, car tuning, as well as car collection.

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[Exclusive] Moto Edge 30 Pro global and India launch scheduled for February - 91mobiles

Moto Edge 30 Pro launching in India next month

The Moto Edge 30 Pro will be a flagship smartphone from Motorola, as it’ll be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. Recent renders for the Edge 30 Pro have revealed a very similar design to the X30. However, the phone could be available in more color options when launched globally. As per the source Mukul, it’ll be launching in India and globally next month. The exact launch date isn’t available yet, but a launch can be expected in the coming weeks.

The Moto X30, which was launched in China in December 2021, is a flagship device. As per reports, if the Moto Edge 30 Pro is the exact same device, then we already know what to expect in terms of specifications. The phone will come with a 6.7-inch OLED display with FHD+ resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. It’s powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, which is coupled with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. The device houses a 5,000mAh battery with 68W fast charging support. 

The smartphone has a triple rear camera setup with a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 5-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, and a 2-megapixel sensor. On the front, the phone features a 60-megapixel selfie sensor. The phone offers connectivity features such as 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.

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Garena Free Fire redeem codes for today, January 31: Here`s how to get free rewards - Zee News

New Delhi: Garena Free Fire redeem codes for today, January 31, have been released by the game developers to improve the gaming experience of the players. Using the free redeem codes, players can get in-game characters, skins, and weapons, among others. 

For the unversed, Garena Free Fire is a free-to-play battlegrounds game, that gained popularity in India after the Central government had banned PUBG Mobile India on national security and user safety grounds. 

Players are required to visit the official Garena free Fire redemption website at https://reward.ff.garena.com/en to receive the free rewards in their accounts. They need to log in to their Garena free Fire account using either their email or Facebook or VK Id. 

Garena Free Fire redeem codes are of 12 characters consisting of alphabets and numbers. The codes come with an expiry, so players are requested to make use of the codes as and when they come. Also, a unique code is linked to a single gift item. 

The in-app items can be purchased online as well by buying in-app currencies from real-world money. In-app gifts such as characters and skins for weapons are received in the vault tab of the game lobby. On the other hand, the account wallet receives the gold and diamonds redeemed via Garena Free Fire redeem codes.  

Garena Free Fire Redeem codes for today, January 31:

FGHE U76T RFQB

FG16 D5TS REF3

N34M RTYO HNI8

UBJH GNT6 M7KU

FT6Y GBTG VSRW

6AQ2 WS1X D5RT

F7UL O80U 9J8H

Y374 UYH5 GB67

X4SW FGRH G76T

C3DS EBN4 M56K

FS7W 65RF ERFG

FG56 NY7K GFID

NJKI 89UY 7GTV

SVBN K58T 7G65

Steps to claim Garena Free Fire redeem codes for today, January 31: 

Step 1: Visit the official Garena Free Fire code redemption website at https://reward.ff.garena.com/en.

Step 2: Log in to your Garena Free Fire account with Facebook, Email, Apple, Gmail, or VK ID.

Step 3: Enter the 12-digit redeem codes.

Step 4: Select the 'OK'  button. Also Read: EaseMy Trip Q3 profit soars by 83.8%

Step 5: You will receive the free reward against the Garena Free Fire redeem code in your game account. Also Read: Budget Session: Take a look at its incredible journey in independent India

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Using public WiFi? Beware! Hackers can spy on your iPhone - HT Tech

Using public Wi-Fi on your iPhone could make you the 'perfect target' for hackers. However, you can secure your data with a simple and easy trick.

Cybercriminals are discovering new ways to steal our data, even on iPhones and one of the shocking ways is via public Wi-Fi. Connecting an iPhone to a public wifi might land you into trouble as this can expose your data. They lack adequate security measures and encryption needed to protect a smartphone user's data. In some of the cases, public Wi-Fi has even been set up by hackers themselves to trap potential victims.

There are a number of methods to target a smartphone user over public Wi-Fi.

Hackers usually opt two ways - first 'man-in-the-middle' (MITM) attack, and the other is a 'packet sniffing' attack. In an MITM attack, a malicious third-party intercepts communications between two participants to steal data while in a 'packet sniffing' attack, a hacker acquires airborne information accessed via Wi-Fi.

Hackers can steal your important data right from email login, bank details, personal photos and videos, to home address. However you can avoid the situation and protect your phone from being exposed to hackers by using a VPN.

Here’s how you can protect yourself while using free, public Wi-Fi, using a VPN.

What is a VPN?

VPN- a virtual private network (VPN) provides a private network across a public network, enabling users to safely access the internet to share and receive data without being exposed to the prying eyes of malicious third parties.

A VPN network works by scrambling the user's personal information and hence, it can't be read by hackers without the correct decryption key.

Having a VPN app on your iPhone will protect your data from any and all Wi-Fi networks that your phone connects to. However there are several VPN service providers out there making it difficult for iPhone users to pick the right one. Here’s how you can select the right VPN for you.

How to select the right VPN for iPhone?

While choosing a VPN you must keep some important factors in your mind. Always look for strong encryption, ample security features, and good customer support to select the right VPN for your iPhone.

Also, always pay attention to a well-known or obscure VPN, as that could determine the type of service they will provide.

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Garena Free Fire redeem codes for January 31, 2022: Free rewards awaiting, claim now - HT Tech

Garena Free Fire redeem codes for January 31, 2022: Get free rewards today by visiting Garena Free Fire redemption website.

Garena Free Fire redeem codes for January 31, 2022: Free rewards are awaiting! Yes, Garena Free Fire players can get in-game items like characters, weapons, skins, among others for free now. Players can simply visit the Garena free Fire redemption website at https://ift.tt/HT6Or3yD2 to claim the rewards using the daily redeem codes released by the game. In order to receive the rewards and redeem the codes players may have to bind your account to Facebook or VK. Notably, the codes need to be redeemed as soon as possible as they come with an expiry date.

Also, these Garena Free Fire in-game items can be collected by paying real money. But in order to make it accessible to more players, the game releases daily codes, organizes events and even provides offers. The redeemed rewards and gifts can be checked by the players in the vault tab of the game lobby while gold and diamonds are transferred to the account wallet.

Taking to its official Twitter account, Free Fire India has informed that the faded wheel event is live and players can win the exclusive Brisk Gallop animation and other rewards from the same. The event expires on February 4. "Survivors! Have you collected the latest addition to the faded wheel? If not, head over there immediately and spin to win the exclusive Brisk Gallop animation & other rewards! Event expires on 4 February," it tweeted.

Garena Free Fire Redeem codes for January 31, 2022:

FT6Y GBTG VSRW

FGHE U76T RFQB

N34M RTYO HNI8

UBJH GNT6 M7KU

SVBN K58T 7G65

X4SW FGRH G76T

6AQ2 WS1X D5RT

Y374 UYH5 GB67

NJKI 89UY 7GTV

C3DS EBN4 M56K

F7UL O80U 9J8H

FG16 D5TS REF3

FG56 NY7K GFID

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Weekly poll: which one of the new Redmi Note 11 models is your favorite? - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com

The new Redmi Note 11 series was unveiled earlier this week and it already went through a limited sale (an early bird deal with $20-30 worth of discounts). Did you get one? Will you get one once the phones become widely available and which one? That’s what we want to know this week.

The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G fills a 5G-shaped hole in the Note series. There was a Note 10 5G last year, but that was more of a mid-range offering and not a Pro. Anyway, the Note 11 Pro 5G is mostly identical to its 4G-only sibling with the key difference being the Snapdragon 695 chipset.

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

Compared to last year’s Pro, the 11-series entries offer a brighter display charging that’s almost twice as fast – the 67W charger (included in the box) needs 15 minutes for a 0-50% charge.

Redmi Note 11 Pro

One thing that has changed since the 10-series is the pricing. The Redmi Note 10 Pro (Max) started at $280 (6/64GB) and higher specced models went up to $330 (8/128GB). The 4G version of the 11 Pro starts at $300 (6/64GB) and goes up to $350 (8/128GB). And if you want the 5G version instead, add $30 on top of those prices.

Pricing info: Redmi Note 11 Pro • Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

That’s not ideal considering that the Helio G96 chipset inside the Redmi Note 11 Pro (4G) is not strictly faster than the Snapdragon 732G it aims to replace (the GPU is its main weak point). We don’t have benchmarks of the Snapdragon 695 yet and while we’re excited to test its power efficiency, we noticed a downgrade – the chip doesn’t support 4K recording, while the 732G (and the Note 10 Pro it powered) did handle 4K at 30 fps.

Redmi Note 11S

Let’s move on to the vanilla series. Its upgrades over the Note 10 models include a higher refresh rate (90 Hz, but still) and new cameras – including the same 108 MP sensor (ISOCELL HM2) as the Pro phones. With 9-in-1 binning it has a larger effective pixel size for low-light shooting and natively supports zooming up to 3x.

Redmi Note 11

Surprisingly, prices have fallen, at least in the case of the Redmi Note 11, which starts at $180 for a 4/64GB unit (and this is if you missed the early bird deal) and goes up to $230 for a 6/128GB unit. The Redmi Note 10 started at $200 (6/64GB).

Pricing info: Redmi Note 11 • Redmi Note 11S

As for the Redmi Note 11S, that camera upgrade isn’t cheap – it starts at $250 (6/64GB) and goes up to $300 (8/128GB), $20 more than the Note 10S on all storage options.

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With watchOS 8.4, Apple fixes smartwatch charging bug - Times of India

Jan 30, 2022, 04:32PM ISTSource: ANI

Tech giant Apple has released watchOS 8.4 which comes with security updates and a fix for the bug that prevented some series models from charging. According to GSM Arena, the update is available for Watch Series 3 and later models. Users can download it through the Apple Watch app on the iPhone by navigating to the General > Software Update menu. However, it's important to note that the Apple Watch needs to have at least 50 per cent battery to install the update, and it should be placed on a charger while also being within the connected iPhone's range.

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Garena Free Fire redeem codes for 30 Jan: List of keys, how to claim rewards - Mint

Battle royale game Garena Free Fire, which became much popular after the Indian govt banned PUBG Mobile, releases a daily set of redeem codes that can be used on the company’s official website to get special skins for their weapons, as well as characters and other collectables.

The same for 30 January has been released. 

In order to use the redeem codes, the user will have to make sure of a few things. This includes linking their Free Fire account to a social media account. The redeem codes come with an expiration time. It will be ideal to redeem the codes as early as possible.

Here’s the list of codes for today:

FT6YGBTGVSRW

FGHEU76TRFQB

N34MRTYOHNI8

UBJHGNT6M7KU

SVBNK58T7G65

X4SWFGRHG76T

6AQ2WS1XDFRT

Y374UYH5GB67

NJKI89UY7GTV

C3DSEBN4M56K

Y7ULO80U9J8H

7GF6D5TSREF3

4G56NYHKGFID

8S7W6FRFERFG

How to claim rewards via Garena Free Fire redeem codes

1. Link your Garena Free Fire account to your Facebook, Twitter, Google, Apple, Huawei or VK account. The redeem codes cannot be used while playing in guest mode.

2. Visit the official Garena Free Fire website to redeem the code. Log in using the social media account linked to your game.

3. Copy the redeem code and paste it in the designated box. Click on confirm to complete the process.

4. The confirmation will be sent to your in-game mail. Be patient if the rewards do not appear right away as some items may take up to 24 hours to reflect.

In addition to this, the game has also informed that the Kungfu Tigers top-up is live and players can top-up diamonds to get exclusive merch for free. 

“Survivors, the Kungfu Tigers Top-Up is here! Speaker with three sound waves Top up 100, 300 and 500 diamonds to get exclusive merch absolutely free! Wrapped present. Get the item before the top-up event ends on 2 February 2022 (sic)," said Free Fire India in a tweet. 

Garena Free Fire in-game items can also be collected by paying real money. But in order to make the game more accessible, it released daily codes, organises events and provides offers.

 

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Flipkart Electronics Sale: Get iPhone 12 Mini for as low as Rs 25,149, here`s how - Zee News

New Delhi: The Electronics Offer, Flipkart's most recent sale, is now live on the e-commerce website. The Flipkart Electronics Sale includes a slew of deals and offers on smartphones such as Apple's iPhone, Motorola's Moto G51 5G, Realme GT Neo 2, and many others. The discount, which began on January 27, will continue until January 31. While there are a bevy of devices available at great prices during the sale, the bargain on the iPhone 12 Mini has everyone's attention.

During the Flipkart sale, the iPhone 12 Mini is priced at Rs 41,999 for the 64GB storage model. When compared to the smartphone's Rs 59,900 retail price, this is a much lower pricing. Above that, consumers can get a Rs 1,000 discount if they use a Citi Bank credit or debit card to buy the iPhone 12 Mini, bringing the price down to Rs 40,999. Above this, there is an exchange offer of up to Rs 15,850 on the iPhone 12 Mini, bringing the smartphone's price down to Rs 25,149, which almost sounds too good to be true. As a result, we attempted to purchase an iPhone 12 Mini to see how true this is.

So we attempted to trade in a 2019 OnePlus 7 Pro 8GB RAM model for an iPhone 12 Mini. The OnePlus 7 Pro costs Rs 14,900 on Flipkart, which brings the price of the iPhone 12 Mini down to Rs 27,099 - a Rs 32,801 savings off the smartphone's sticker price of Rs 59,900! We didn't have a Citi bank credit card, so we couldn't obtain the Rs 1,000 extra discount, but we were still able to get our hands on an iPhone Mini for Rs 27,099, which is ridiculously low when compared to the smartphone's quoted price of Rs 41,999.

The 128GB model of the iPhone 12 Mini can be obtained for Rs 40,099 by swapping an 8GB RAM variant of the 2019 OnePlus 7 Pro for the 128GB variant of the iPhone 12 Mini. This bargain will be available until January 31, so those interested in purchasing a new iPhone should take advantage of it before it expires.

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After Instagram, Apple iPad app next? Here is what WhatsApp chief Will Cathcart said - HT Tech

Like Instagram for the iPad, a version of WhatsApp for Apple iPad has long eluded users despite being a heavily requested feature.

Whatsapp's chief has recently revealed that they are in favour of releasing an iPad app. "People have wanted an iPad app for a long time," Will Cathcart, the head of WhatsApp at its parent company Meta, told The Verge during an interview this week. "We'd love to do it," Cathcart added. Like Instagram for the iPad, a version of WhatsApp for Apple's tablet has long eluded users despite being a heavily requested feature.

While Cathcart wouldn't go so far as to commit to the release of an iPad version, his comments suggest it's possible that one will be built in the near future, especially now that WhatsApp has built the underlying technology needed for such a client to work.

"We did a lot of work on the technology for supporting multiple devices," Cathcart said, referencing the rollout of opt-in, multi-device support for WhatsApp last year.

"Our web and our desktop apps now have that. If I have multi-device on, I can turn my phone off or lose my network connection and still get messages on my desktop. That would be really important for a tablet app, to be able to use the app even if your phone isn't on. So the underlying technology is there," he shared.

Because of the way WhatsApp encrypts messages, it historically hasn't been able to sync chats across devices over the internet like most other messaging apps work. So if WhatsApp on your phone didn't have access to the internet, the desktop client didn't work.

The beta version of multi-device support lets you sync your WhatsApp account on up to four devices at a time, a process that involves mapping device identifiers to an account key on WhatsApp's servers in a way that's still encrypted.

Now that such syncing technology exists, there's a good chance that WhatsApp for iPad is finally on the horizon. 

Facebook Messenger groups now have end-to-end encryption for calls, chats

(ANI): Facebook Messenger has added a string of new features recently. The features that users have received include end-to-end encryption, screenshot detection, message reactions, typing indicators, among several others.

Messenger added end-to-end encrypted (E2EE) chatting in 2016 when it was still called Facebook Messenger, and Meta was still Facebook.

Now many things have changed, but the optional feature is fully rolled out to everyone, with toggles to encrypt text messages as well as group chats and calls, reported The Verge.

Meta has discussed switching to E2EE as a default, but that may not happen until next year at the earliest, as some regulators claim this would harm public safety.

There are two ways Messenger users can opt in to the secure chats, either via vanish mode, by swiping up on an existing chat to enter one where messages automatically disappear when the window is closed or the original version that was introduced in 2016 as Secret Conversations. You can turn that on by toggling the lock icon when you start a new chat.

In addition to a full rollout of the feature, Messenger has some new features to enable as well. Now, in end-to-end encrypted chats, you can use GIFs, stickers, reactions, and long-press to reply or forward messages.

The encrypted chats also now support verified badges so that people can identify authentic accounts. You can also save media exchanged in the chats, and there's a Snapchat-style screenshot notification that will be rolling out over the next few weeks.

The screenshot detection feature and the message reactions feature is something WhatsApp users have been waiting to get for a long time. However, now that Facebook has made the features available to Messenger, they may soon be unveiled on WhatsApp as well.

All the new features will be rolled out to Messenger in the coming weeks.

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iPhone price drop on Flipkart: Check offers on iPhone 13, iPhone 12, iPhone 11 - HT Tech

Flipkart has announced big iPhone 13, iPhone 12 and iPhone 11 price drop. Check details here.

Waiting for huge Apple iPhone price drop announcements? Well, here is a big one! As iPhones are a bit expensive, people tend to wait for the price drops to get it at a decent price. But what if we tell you that this is the right time to gift yourself an iPhone? Yes, Flipkart is offering discounts, exchange offer and even bank offers on various models of iPhones. You can avail iPhone 13 series, iPhone 12 series and even iPhone 11 series with price cuts. Sounds great right! To make your work easier, we have detailed all the offers available on the iPhones here.

iPhone 13 price drop: The 128GB variant of iPhone 13 is available at a discount of 6 percent and is priced at Rs. 74,900 on Flipkart. The selling price of the phone is Rs. 79,990. But wait, this is not all! If you have an old smartphone then you can exchange it to get a further discount for iPhone 13. Yes, the ecommerce website is offering an exchange offer under which you can get up to Rs. 18,850 off. The only thing you need to do is to enter the pincode of your area and check if the exchange is available at your place or not.

Coming to the bank offers, you can get 10 percent off on Citi Credit/Debit cards, up to Rs. 1000 on orders of Rs. 5000 and above. While Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card users can get 5 percent unlimited cashback. The other variants, that is 256GB and 512GB are also available at a discount of 5 percent and 4 percent respectively along with bank and exchange offer.

iPhone 13 Pro price drop: The 128GB variant is priced at Rs. 1,19,900 on Flipkart. You can get up to Rs. 18,850 off on the phone with exchange. Additionally you can also avail 10 percent off on Citi Credit/Debit cards, up to Rs. 1000 on orders of Rs. 5000 and above. While Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card users can get 5 percent unlimited cashback. The other variants, that is 256GB and 512GB are also available with bank and exchange offer.

iPhone 13 Pro Max price drop: The biggest iPhone 13 series handset, 128GB variant, is priced at Rs. 1,29,900 on Flipkart. You can get up to Rs. 18,850 off on the phone with exchange. Additionally you can also avail 10 percent off on Citi Credit/Debit cards, up to Rs. 1000 on orders of Rs. 5000 and above. While Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card users can get 5 percent unlimited cashback. The other variants, that is 256GB, 512GB and 1TB are also available with bank and exchange offer.

iPhone 13 Mini price drop: An the smallest variant in the iPhone 13 eries, 128GB variant, is available at a discounted rate of Rs. 66,900 on Flipkart. You can get up to Rs. 18,850 off on the phone with exchange. Additionally you can also avail 10 percent off on Citi Credit/Debit cards, up to Rs. 1000 on orders of Rs. 5000 and above. While Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card users can get 5 percent unlimited cashback. The other variants, that is 256GB and 512GB are also available with bank and exchange offer.

iPhone 12 price drop: The 64GB variant of the phone is available at a discount of 19 percent for Rs. 52,999 on Flipkart. You can get up to Rs. 15,850 off on the phone with exchange. Additionally you can also avail 10 percent off on Citi Credit/Debit cards, up to Rs. 1000 on orders of Rs. 5000 and above. While Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card users can get 5 percent unlimited cashback. The other variant, that is 128GB is also available with bank and exchange offer.

iPhone 12 Pro price drop: The 128GB variant of the phone is available at a discounted rate of Rs. 1,04,900 on Flipkart. You can get up to Rs. 15,850 off on the phone with exchange. Additionally you can also avail 10 percent off on Citi Credit/Debit cards, up to Rs. 1000 on orders of Rs. 5000 and above. While Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card users can get 5 percent unlimited cashback. The other variants, that is 256GB and 512GB are also available with bank and exchange offer.

iPhone 12 Pro Max price drop: The 128GB variant of the phone is available at Rs. 1,19,900 on Flipkart. You can get up to Rs. 15,850 off on the phone with exchange. Additionally you can also avail 10 percent off on Citi Credit/Debit cards, up to Rs. 1000 on orders of Rs. 5000 and above. While Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card users can get 5 percent unlimited cashback. The other variants, that is 256GB and 512GB are also available with bank and exchange offer.

iPhone 12 Mini price drop: The 64GB variant of the phone is available at a discount of 29 percent at Rs. 41,999 on Flipkart. You can get up to Rs. 15,850 off on the phone with exchange. Additionally you can also avail 10 percent off on Citi Credit/Debit cards, up to Rs. 1000 on orders of Rs. 5000 and above. While Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card users can get 5 percent unlimited cashback. The other variants, that is 128GB and 256GB are also available with bank and exchange offer.

iPhone 11 price drop: The 64GB variant of the phone is currently sold out. You are advised to keep checking Flipkart to track its availability.

iPhone 11 Pro price drop: The 512GB variant of the phone is available at a price of Rs. 1,40,300. You can get up to Rs. 15,850 off on the phone with exchange. Additionally you can also avail 10 percent off on Citi Credit/Debit cards, up to Rs. 1000 on orders of Rs. 5000 and above. While Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card users can get 5 percent unlimited cashback.

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How to translate Telegram messages in your language - HT Tech

Earlier this month, Telegram ‘translate’ feature was added and it allows users to read any message on the platform. Know here how to translate Telegram messages.

Earlier in January, the messaging app Telegram rolled out a new update that added an in-app translation feature to the platform. After the update, users will be able to read any message in either groups or chat in their preferred language. This Telegram feature is available for both Android and iOS. Telegram translate feature was aimed to increase the usability and accessibility of the app for users. Telegram’s platform is already feature heavy and has options not available on its rival WhatsApp. Some of the features of Telegram missing in WhatsApp include restricting message forwarding in groups, sending large files up to 2GB and anonymous posting. Now, another addition to the list will be message translation. If you want to know how to translate any message on Telegram, then read on.

The new update of Telegram, which was the 12th update since its official release, was rolled out on January 2, 2022. Apart from in-app translation, it also added other features. Now, a user can double tap a message to send a quick reaction. On iOS, users can long press the message to get quick reactions. In settings, users can also change their default reaction to a particular emoji. Apart from this, Telegram also added a new feature that enables users to hide a part or an entire message as spoilers. This will make the message or the part of it hidden. Users, when ready for the spoiler, can tap on it to see the message.

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Galaxy S22 Ultra could face up to 3 months delay in deliveries - gizmochina

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2. Samsung Galaxy S22 series mega-leak: quality images, specs, prices - GSMArena.com news  GSMArena.com
3. Reserve your Galaxy S22 from Samsung to get a $50 discount and more!  SamMobile
4. The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, S22+, S22 may be priced the same as the Galaxy S21 series  Notebookcheck.net
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Xiaomi unveils Redmi Note 11 series, prices start at Rs 25k; check specs & other details - CNBCTV18

Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi has unveiled its Redmi Note 11 series. The company has announced the Redmi Note 11S India launch for February 9. The starting price for the smartphone will be Rs 25,000.This series features four new smartphones -- Redmi Note 11 Pro, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G in the upgraded version, and Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 in the budget category.The smartphones come with features like AMOLED display, fast charging, 120Hz refresh rate, and 108 megapixel main camera.Specs of Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Note 11 ProThe Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G comes with a 6.7 inch display, a punch hole design and 120Hz refresh rate. It is also protected by Corning Gorilla Glass. The handset features a 695 chipset. It comes with 8GB RAM. Its internal storage can be expanded to 1TB.Another variant, the Redmi Note 11 Pro, comes with MediaTek Helio G96 chipset. Both these handsets have a battery of 5,000mAh with 67W fast charging support. The smartphone series will come with MIUI 13 out of the box.The Redmi Note 11 features 5,000mAh battery, 33W charger, 50MP quad camera lens, and 3.5mm audio jack too. It also has a 90Hz punch hole display to get along with the Snapdragon 680 chipset. The handset comes with 1TB of expandable storage.Similarly, the other variant, the Redmi Note 11S, comes with the same sized battery of 5000mAh, 90Hz AMOLED display and 108MP quad camera setup. It carries the MediaTek Helio G96 processor.PricingThe Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G comes at a price of $329 (almost  Rs 24,636) for the 6GB and 64GB model.The other two models come at a price of $349 (almost Rs 26,134) and $379 (almost Rs 28,380).The Redmi Note 11 Pro comes with a price tag of $299 (almost Rs 22,389) for the 6GB variant. The other two models are priced at $329 (almost Rs 24,636), and $349 (almost Rs 26,134).

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Sony HT-5400 soundbar with virtual surround sound launched for $300 - gizmochina

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Xiaomi 12 Pro Appears on US FCC, Geekbench, HTML5Test; Global Launch Expected Soon - Gadgets 360

Xiaomi 12 Pro has been reportedly spotted on the US' Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification site. The Xiaomi device bearing the model number 2201122G is shown to support n5, n7, n38, n51, n66, n77, and n78 sub-6GHz 5G bands. The handset is tipped to be the global variant of the Xiaomi 12 Pro. It has previously surfaced on Geekbench and HTML5Test benchmark databases. The Xiaomi 12 lineup was officially released last year in China in late December. The Chinese tech giant is yet to reveal any details regarding the phone's global launch.

Xiaomi 12 Pro has been reportedly spotted by MySmartPrice on the US FCC certification site. The listing suggests that the handset will offer 5G support and will be compatible with Wi-Fi 6E technology. NFC compatibility is also mentioned in the listing. Previously, the Xiaomi ‘2201122G' phone was spotted on the Geekbench 5 benchmark database. It has a single-core score of 1,145 points and a multi-core score of 3,578 points. The listed handset is powered by an octa-core chipset, which is expected to be the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. The handset is listed to pack 12GB of RAM. Additionally, this alleged global variant of Xiaomi 12 Pro surfaced on the HTML5Test database.

According to a recent report, the entire Xiaomi 12 lineup is tipped to launch by the end of February or early March. The flagship series currently consists of Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12 Pro, and Xiaomi 12X phones. The company is also said to be working on a Xiaomi 12 Ultra model. The series is also rumoured to receive a fifth member. Xiaomi is believed to be working on a 'derivative' variant of Xiaomi 12 Pro. The speculated handset is said to be undergoing testing. Additionally, it is tipped to be powered by an SM8745 SoC, which is believed to be an upgraded version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC.

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An Indian rival to Android, iOS? Govt wants local firms to work on new mobile OS - HT Tech

The Indian government is working on policies to facilitate local development of an Indian operating system for smartphones.

The smartphone industry is dominated by Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS to unprecedented extent. These two platforms have a total monopoly over the mobile devices category, and that is something the Indian government wants to change. Based on recent reports, it seems that the Indian government is considering coming up with policies to facilitate an environment that allows companies to work on an indigenous operating system for mobile devices. This platform will rival Android and iOS.

"There is no third one. Therefore, in a lot of ways there is tremendous interest in MeitY and in the Government of India to even create a new handset operating system. We are talking to people. We are looking at a policy for that," Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar said in an interview with PTI.

Indian OS to rival Android, iOS

The minister also said that the government is looking within the start-up and academic ecosystems to develop this indigenous operating system. "If there is some real capability then we will be very much interested in developing that area because that will create an alternative to iOS and Android which then an Indian brand can grow,” he added.

Currently, there are a couple of alternative operating systems to Android and iOS. Samsung tried to do it with its Tizen OS a couple of years ago. However, the platform did not gather momentum with smartphones and eventually Samsung restricted it to its smart TVs. Similarly, Reliance Jio relies on the KaiOS platform for its JioPhone feature phone.

Similarly, in the last decade, Microsoft came up with its Windows Phone platform that tried hard to take a pie from Android and iOS, However, Windows Phone (later Windows Mobile) died due to lack of developer support, despite it being a solid platform in terms of security and overall user experience.

As for this indigenous OS, it remains to be seen whether any Indian firm takes up the challenge and creates an ecosystem for developers to adopt and make apps for. Moreover, it also remains to be seen how many brands are willing to adopt the new OS on their smartphones.

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Not just Redmi Note 11S, Xiaomi to launch multiple Redmi Note 11 series phones in India on February 9 - The Financial Express

Xiaomi will also launch the Redmi Smart Band Pro budget fitness band alongside the Redmi Note 11 series on the same day.

A day after launching it in global markets, Xiaomi has announced that it’s set to bring the Redmi Note 11 series to India on February 9. We knew that Xiaomi will launch the Redmi Note 11S on the said date, but today, it confirmed that multiple models will be coming. In a carefully drafted post on social media, the company teased “the beasts are coming.”

Also Read | Redmi Note 11S versus Redmi Note 10S, Redmi Note 11T 5G: Every difference that you wanted to know

An accompanying image suggests there could be three models but we will have to wait and watch out on that one. Xiaomi isn’t sharing the names of these phones, yet, but going by how it likes to do things, we will know soon enough. Also, Xiaomi will launch the Redmi Smart Band Pro budget fitness band alongside the Redmi Note 11 series on the same day.

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— Redmi India – Redmi Note 11S (@RedmiIndia) January 27, 2022

Xiaomi launched as many as four Redmi Note 11 phones globally last night. These are the Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11S, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G. Of these, the Redmi Note 11S is already confirmed to launch in India. As for the other models, we will have to wait and watch, how that pans out.

Oddly enough, Xiaomi kicked off all things Redmi Note 11 in India with the Redmi Note 11T 5G. The Note 10 series made their debut with the Redmi Note 10, Note 10 Pro, and Note 10 Pro Max. The Note 10T 5G and Note 10S came later. It’s the other way round for the Note 11 series. Regardless, Xiaomi’s Redmi Note series has been a bestseller in India and it’s safe to assume, expectations will be sky high with the upcoming launch.

Redmi Note 11S, Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G specs

The Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 come with a 6.43-inch 90Hz AMOLED display with a 1080p resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass protection. The Note 11S is powered by a MediaTek Helio G96 chip paired with up to 8GB RAM and up to 128GB UFS2.2 storage. The Note 11 has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chip inside paired with up to 6GB RAM and up to 128GB expandable storage. Both phones pack a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging. The Redmi Note 11S comes with an 108MP quad camera setup, while the Redmi Note 11 has 50MP quad cameras.

The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G meanwhile have a 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with a 1080p resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass protection. The Note 11 Pro 5G is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chip while its 4G version comes with a Helio G96. Both phones come with up to 8GB RAM, up to 128GB UFS2.2 storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 67W fast charging. While the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G has a 108MP quad camera setup with ultrawide-angle, depth, and macro sensors, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G has the same setup minus the portrait sensor.

All the four phones run MIUI 13 based on Android 11.

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Redmi Note 11, Note 11S, Note 11 Pro 4G and 5G launched globally: Prices, specs and all you need to know - India Today

Redmi Note 11 series is now live for Xiaomi's global markets with the company's recent launch event. After its home country, China, the launch brings the Redmi Note 11, Note 11S, Note 11 Pro 4G and 5G to other regions of the world. All of them come with a flat frame design, 5,000mAh batteries, mid-range processors and AMOLED displays.

The hierarchy is the same as before, with the Redmi Note 11 being the most pocket-friendly model of the four, starting at $179 or about Rs 13,400. The phone comes with a 50-megapixel quad-camera setup at the back and a 13-megapixel selfie shooter at the front neatly placed in a punch-hole cutout. There is a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 processor powering all of this.

Redmi Note 11 and Note 11S

The pricing for the phone goes as follows - the $179 price tag is for the base variant with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. There is a 4GB + 128GB option up for sale for $199 or about Rs 14,900. The top variant retails for $229, or roughly Rs 17,200.

Next in line is the Redmi Note 11S, a device that is also coming to India on February 9. It keeps the same look and feel as the Note 11, with the same display. The chipset is replaced to MediaTek Helio G96 and the primary camera carries a larger, 108-megapixel primary lens. There is also a 16-megapixel selfie camera on this one.

Since it is coming to India, the pricing of the Redmi Note 11S is of interest to many. It starts selling for $249 or about Rs 18,700 for the 6GB RAM, 64GB storage option. There is a 128GB storage variant that costs $279, roughly about Rs 20,900. The top option with 8GB RAM, 128GB storage will go for $299, about Rs 22,400.

The Redmi Note 11 and 11S will go on sale on January 28th and 29th and both will have early bird price discounts taking $20 off each model.

Redmi Note 11 Pro models

Coming to the two Redmi Note 11 Pro phones - the 4G and the 5G variants, the two phones are nearly identical. The only two difference lies in the choice of chipsets they come with (which enable 5G or 4G respectively) and the absent macro lens from the 5G model. Other than this, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Note 11 Pro 4G feature the same 120Hz, 6.67-inch AMOLED display, 5,000mAh battery, and 16-megapixel selfie camera.

As for the difference, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G comes with Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, while the 4G model carries a MediaTek Helio G96 processor. Both the devices run MIUI 13 based on Android 11 out-of-the-box.

Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G starts at $299, roughly about Rs 22,400 for the base option with 6GB RAM and 64GB storage. $329 or about Rs 24,700 will fetch you the 128GB storage option, while $349 or around Rs 26,300 will upgrade this to an 8GB RAM model with 128GB storage. Prices for the same memory models of the 5G version are - $329 (about Rs 24,700), $349 (roughly Rs 26,300) and $379 (around Rs 28,400) respectively.

As 91Mobiles notes, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G and 5G models will be on sale on February 16 to 17 with early bird offers on AliExpress.

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JioPhone 5G leak suggests that India may finally get 5G this year - XDA Developers

After launching the JioPhone Next last year, Indian telecom giant Jio is now gearing up to launch an affordable 5G phone. The upcoming device, which will reportedly be called JioPhone 5G, is currently in the works and will hit the market sometime later this year. Given that Jio’s affordable phones sell like hotcakes, the rumored JioPhone 5G could singlehandedly drive 5G adoption in India.

Although Jio hasn’t revealed any official info about the JioPhone 5G yet, Android Central has managed to procure some details about its hardware specifications and software. According to the publication, the JioPhone 5G will pack Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 480 chipset, which should offer a significant performance improvement over the Snapdragon 215 found in the JioPhone Next. The device will also feature a larger 6.5-inch display, however, it will still be an HD+ (1600 x 720) panel.

Jio will reportedly pair the Snapdragon 480 in the JioPhone 5G with 4G RAM, 32GB of onboard storage, and a microSD card slot for further expansion. As far as 5G connectivity is concerned, the JioPhone 5G will offer support for N3, N5, N28, N40, and N78 bands. This leads us to believe that Jio’s 5G service, which will likely launch alongside the upcoming phone, should be available for all the other 5G devices that support these bands.

JioPhone Next

Android Central further reveals that the JioPhone 5G will pack a 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support, a USB Type-C port, a 13MP primary camera, and an 8MP selfie shooter. Talking about the design, the publication notes that the JioPhone 5G will sport a much more modern design when compared to older devices from the company. It will feature thin bezels at the top and bottom, a hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera, and rounded edges.

In terms of software, the JioPhone 5G will run Android 11 (Go edition) out of the box with a couple of tweaks, including an always-on Google Assistant, text-to-speech support, instant translate via Google Lens and Google Translate, and integration with various Indic languages. It will also come with Jio’s suite of apps pre-installed.

It’s worth mentioning that Jio hasn’t prototyped the device yet, so it may not feature these exact specifications by the time it hits the market. On top of that, Jio is reportedly planning to launch multiple SKUs under the JioPhone 5G moniker, which will likely offer different screen sizes and specs.

At the moment, we don’t have pricing and availability details for the device. We expect Jio to share more information about the JioPhone 5G in the coming months.

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Apple iPhone users get this voice-based feature on WhatsApp before Android users - Times of India

After being in the beta stage for a while, WhatsApp is now rolling out new features for iPhone users. The latest version -- 22.2.75 -- of WhatsApp is now available to download for iPhone users and brings these new features to the Meta-owned instant messaging app.

New voice recording feature

WhatsApp users on iPhone can now pause and resume while recording voice messages. The feature was in beta mode for some time now but has now been rolled out publicly. Users will now see a pause button while recording voice notes. This means that users can listen to the voice note before they actually send it. They can delete the voice note or the option of resuming the recording is also there. Earlier, users had the option to stop rather than pause the voice recording.

You can now ensure only select users can send messages

This feature uses the Focus mode which is available with iOS 15. You can now ensure that select users can message you even if you have turned on the Focus mode. For the uninitiated, Focus mode is a feature that allows you to set your iPhone in DND mode, which means you can choose what notifications to receive. The feature was available to other apps like iMessage but is now available for WhatsApp as well. Do note that you will need your iPhone to be updated to iOS 15 or above to use this WhatsApp feature.

See the profile photos of users in notifications

Till now when you received a notification from WhatsApp, you could not see the photo but just the name of the person who sent the message. With the latest update, you can see the profile photo of the user as well in the notification summary. This feature is also available for those who have upgraded to iOS 15 or later version.

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WhatsApp chat transfers from Android to iPhone coming soon - BGR

WhatsApp chat transfer is one of many annoying things you have to worry about when upgrading your smartphone. It’s not a real issue if you’re staying on the same operating system. You should have no problem backing up all of your data when upgrading from one iPhone to another. The same goes for Android. But if you routinely jump from Android to iPhone and vice versa, then things start to get more complicated. There are apps that move most of your data from Android to iPhone or the other way around. But WhatsApp chat transfers don’t work that way. Thankfully, WhatsApp has started addressing the matter. After recently adding support for iPhone to Android chat transfers, the company might soon let users move all of their conversations from Android to iPhone as well.

WhatsApp launched chat transfers from iPhone to Android last year. The feature was only available on Galaxy phones initially. Then Google’s Pixel handsets got support for WhatsApp chat transfers from iPhone.

Facebook supporting iPhone-to-Android upgrades seemed logical considering Facebook’s adversarial stance towards Apple. We had no idea at the time when support from Android to iPhone chat transfer would arrive. But it may arrive sooner than expected.

WABetaInfo posted information about new WhatsApp functionality inside Android last week. According to the site, WhatsApp is testing a new version of the app that lets users transfer chats from Android to iPhone. It’s unclear when the feature will roll out to all Android devices. It’s not even out for WhatsApp beta at this time.

How to transfer WhatsApp app chats from iPhone to Android

However, the WhatsApp blog obtained images that explain how the functionality might work. To transfer your chat history from Android to iPhone, you’ll have to give the phones permission to import chats.

Furthermore, the screens above say that WhatsApp will inform users to keep their phones unlocked and the app in the foreground as the data transfer is underway.

It’s unclear whether Android users will have to use Apple’s Move to iOS in combination with the WhatsApp chat transfer tool. The WABetaInfo blog says that Move to iOS might be required.

Move to iOS is unable to transfer WhatsApp history, as it is now. But it’s an app that will let you move plenty of personal data from Android to iPhone.

Not being able to transfer WhatsApp chat histories from one phone to the other with ease is a security feature. It ensures that other people won’t move your WhatsApp account to a different phone. In connection with end-to-end encryption, this helps safeguard your data.

Moreover, WhatsApp’s encryption might stand in the way of transferring chats with ease from Android to iPhone and vice-versa. That’s why you should consider only using the tools available from WhatsApp to move chat histories.

While you wait for WhatsApp to turn on the new functionality, you can check out how the iPhone-to-Android transfer feature works at this link.

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Samsung Galaxy S22 European price leak suggests a base Ultra model with less RAM - The Verge

Potential European pricing information for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S22 series has been released by reliable leaker Roland Quandt, as reported by Android Police. Samsung appears to have carried over its prices from the previous S21 lineup, with the only inconsistency being an equally-priced S22 Ultra model that supposedly comes with less RAM than its S21 predecessor.

Whoever said S22 series was to be cheaper, didn't think of Covid, parts shortages and inflation.

Actual official EURO prices:
S22 8/128GB = 849
S22 8/256GB = 899
S22+ 8/128GB = 1049
S22+ 8/256GB = 1099
S22 Ultra 8/128GB = 1249
S22 Ultra 12/256GB = 1349
S22 Ultra 12/512GB = 1449 pic.twitter.com/QRnfrhkzTz

— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) January 22, 2022

Quandt claims the S22 will start at 849€ (~$963), the S22 Plus will set you back 1,049€ (~$1,190), and the base S22 Ultra will cost 1,249€ (~$1,417). It looks like all the base models in the series come with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage — the standard S22 and S22 Plus have a higher-priced option for 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, while the S22 Ultra offers two additional tiers that have 12GB of RAM with either 256GB or 512GB of storage.

These prices are identical to those of the S21 devices, but as pointed out by Android Police, Quandt’s leak indicates the base S22 Ultra may come with just 8GB of RAM instead of the 12GB that the base S21 Ultra has. Despite this, the S22 Ultra may still be the same price as the S21 Ultra — a 100€ premium will get you the extra 4GB you’re missing out on.

You can preorder a Galaxy S22 device before it’s even announced at Samsung’s February Unpacked event, which will give you a $50 credit towards your purchase. As Android Police points out, US pricing information for the devices leaked earlier this month, with the base S22 allegedly starting at $899, the S22 Plus costing $1,099, and the S22 Ultra priced at $1,299. If these prices are true, this would mean a $100 increase across the board.

There’s been plenty of leaked information about the S22 series floating around the internet, painting a near-complete picture of what the lineup could look like. Previous leaks show us an S22 Ultra that resembles the reportedly discontinued Note (complete with a stylus), while another gives us an early glimpse of what appears to be all three S22 dummy units in an unboxing video.

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Samsung Galaxy S22 European price leak suggests a base Ultra model with less RAM - The Verge
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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked February 2022 event is Happening on February 9 at 10 am EST - gizmochina

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1. Samsung Galaxy Unpacked February 2022 event is Happening on February 9 at 10 am EST  gizmochina
2. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra - THIS IS IT!  SuperSaf
3. Samsung Galaxy S22 series price, storage details leaked: Here's how much it might cost  BGR India
4. What to expect from Samsung Unpacked event 2022  The Indian Express
5. European prices and memory configurations revealed for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+ and the Galaxy S22 Ultra  Notebookcheck.net
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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked February 2022 event is Happening on February 9 at 10 am EST - gizmochina
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