Looking to buy a new 5G smartphone at entry-level pricing? Well, well, well, Amazon India has a solution for you, the newly launched iQOO Z6 Lite 5G is one of the first smartphones to launch with Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC and comes with 5G support as well.
Amazon India has once again come up with the 5th Gear Store launch for 5G Smartphones, so expect good offers on all the latest 5G phones including this iQOO Z6 Lite 5G. As per this offer, Bank of Baroda credit card holders will get an extra 7.5% instant discount along with No Cost EMI options and even get an instant ₹1000 discount with HDFC Bank credit cards.
So, this iQOO Z6 Lite 5G smartphone not only houses a powerful SoC to power all your daily needs but also comes with an FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. A big 5000mAh battery keeps your entire day going and a 50MP camera helps you capture all your daily needs without any issues.
Currently, this iQOO Z6 Lite 5G can be purchased for only ₹11,999 thanks to Amazon India’s Rs.1000 extra discount on the exchange of any 4G smartphone. Though you get an additional ₹2,000 discount, with the exchange of your old smartphone, this iQOO Z6 Lite 5G should well be affordable.
iQOO Z6 Lite 5G Specifications
World’s First Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 Processor, which allows you to level up your performance with confidence through its efficient 6nm Process.
Best In-Segment 120Hz Screen Refresh Rate: This comes with lag-free & nimble scrolling. The FHD+ display lets you enjoy to the fullest every game you play and every content you watch with its crisp detailing of colours.
5000mAh Battery: Keeps iQOO Z6 Lite 5G to a longer usage, for a more enjoyable gaming and video experience, which offers a Music Playback Time of 127 Hours, Social Media of 21.6 hours, OTT Streaming of 14.5 hours and Gaming of 8.3 hours.
50MP Eye Autofocus main camera is designed to address out-of-focus issues. The feature performs fast Eye Autofocus at a high refresh rate, allowing the camera to maintain a stable and clear focus on the subjects in movement.
Stylish & Slim Design: 8.25mm Thin & 194g Weight, with all-new 2.5D flat frame design with Matt finish
Today, seems to be a day for Nothing after two announcements back to back, one being the Nothing Phone (2) will be powered by Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and the other being the Nothing Ear 2 will be launching on 22nd March. Already we had rumours suggesting the upcoming Ear 2 TWS earbuds be launched this month itself and now it’s confirmed by its founder Carl Pei on Twitter.
According to reports, the design of the earbuds has not changed much from its predecessor, Nothing Ear 1 but there will exciting new features to make it a worthy successor. One such is the personalized ANC support feature which could be an inspiration from the OnePlus Buds Pro 2.
Nothing Ear 2 TWS earbuds – All we know so far
Another feature that sets Nothing Ear 2 TWS apart from its predecessor is the support for dual connectivity. This means that users can connect the earbuds to two devices simultaneously and switch between them seamlessly. Nothing is also adding support for Advanced EQ with custom settings and the Find Earbuds Feature.
The Nothing Ear 2 TWS has a transparent design, which is similar to the design of the previous model. The earbuds and the carry case both have a transparent look, and the noise-cancelling microphone is the only notable design change.
Credit: Onleaks & Smartprix
If you loved the design of the Nothing Ear 1, you will definitely appreciate the design of the Nothing Ear 2 as well. Overall, the new product from Nothing is expected to be an exciting addition to the TWS earbuds market.
The upcoming launch of the Nothing Ear 2 TWS earbuds on Flipkart is an eagerly awaited event. With the addition of personalized ANC, dual connectivity, and a Transparency Mode, these earbuds are sure to impress music enthusiasts. Stay tuned for more updates on the product’s release and availability on Flipkart.
It was kind of expected and recently confirmed by 91mobiles, the upcoming Nothing Phone (2) will be powered by the older yet capable Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 based on TSMC’s 4nm process.
While a lot of people guessed it to be the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, which again would have cost higher, our gut feeling always said it would be the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Similar to what OnePlus did with its 11R, Carl Pei has similar plans in his mind to make the Nothing Phone (2) both powerful and cost-effective.
While you remember that the Nothing Phone (1) was kind of a perfect mid-range device but making good phones that are powerful is a norm, especially in the 2022-23 era. Now, using this Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, which specifically fixed the flaws of Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 using Samsung node, the Nothing Phone (2) could make an impact as an affordable flagship, whose market is very popular in countries like India.
Acer continues to launch new laptops in India with the latest AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors, after New Acer Aspire 3, we have the Acer Swift Go 14. Announced back at CES 2023 in January, Acer didn’t make a lot of delay in launching the laptop in India!
So, the new Acer Swift Go lineup is basically a thin-and-light laptop with an OLED display, though had both 13th Gen Intel and AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors option, here in India the latter has been preferred. The Swift Go 14 (SFG14-71) combine the latest technologies and feature an OLED display with fast refresh rates.
The laptop is powered by the latest AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors and has Full-HD Display with an 86% screen-to-body ratio. The all-new Swift Go 14 features an upgraded TwinAir dual fan system, dual D6 copper heat pipes and an air-inlet keyboard that expels heat to maintain cool temperatures, to boost performance and reliability.
This ultra-slim Swift Go 14 features Acer ExaColor and optimizes display colors near D65 to deliver true colors and a better virtual experience. It also has Acer PurifiedVoice™ technology with AI noise reduction, resulting in crisp, clear images and audio for conferencing and classrooms. Wi-Fi 6E is fast and dependable, keeping the Swift Go connected when it matters most. Swift Go 14 can also accommodate up to 2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD and up to 8GB/ 16 GB LPDDR5 memory.
“Swift Go 14 is a new addition to our thin and light category. We are constantly attempting to deliver unique and sophisticated products with latest technology to the market. With this launch, we hope to give our customers the optimum combination of performance, security, and durability. The new Swift Go 14 not only looks fantastic, but also includes advanced features and technologies such as high-resolution displays, long lasting batteries and dual fan designs that provide a smooth and better thermal performance. The laptop’s pricing, design, and display are tailored to GenZ, students, and freelancers looking for stylish laptops with cutting-edge technology.” says Sudhir Goel, Chief Business Officer, Acer India.
“We are delighted to collaborate with Acer for the launch of its latest laptop, the Swift Go. We aim to provide some of the most cutting-edge and latest technology products, and Acer has been a big contributor to this. We have noticed a high demand for laptops in recent years, and we are pleased to offer the latest Swift Go to our customers.” Mr. Venu Gopal, Chief Buying Officer, Croma Infiniti-Retail Ltd
Vinay Sinha, Managing Director – Sales, India at AMD said, “AMD has a legacy of helping organizations and employees meet their most demanding workloads, while offering them the flexibility to work anywhere. Thanks to our collaboration with Acer to launch the new Swift Go 14 thin and light range of laptops powered by the AMD Ryzen™ 7000 series mobile processors in India. This new line-up will redefine the everyday laptop experience by bringing higher performance with “Zen 4” cores via a modern platform to consumers. Further, these AMD-powered laptops will deliver powerhouse performance to make multitasking easier, provide increased battery life, and enable better productivity on the move. We are certain that the enhanced balance of performance, productivity, and responsiveness offered by this new range of products will excite customers.”
Acer Swift Go 14 Features and Specifications
Though Acer Swift Go 14 comes with a 14-inch 2.8K OLED display with a 2880×1800 resolution and a 90 Hz refresh rate, however, in India it has been launched with an FHD IPS panel with up to 300nits of peak brightness. For long hours of work, learning, and playing are made easier thanks to the laptop displays’ TÜV Rheinland Eyesafe® display certification you won’t have any issues.
The productivity-optimized 16:10 ratio and touch-optional capabilities make the laptop even more usable in 2023. The laptops’ backlit keyboards and OceanGlass™ touchpads further ensure a smooth and productive experience when scrolling. The new Swift Go 14 is thinner and lighter than ever before, weighing 1.25 kg and measuring 15.9mm thick
In terms of raw horsepower the Acer Swift Go 14 supports up to 2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD and up to 16 GB LPDDR5 memory. The variant currently available at the starting price is powered by the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U which is nothing but a Zen 3 refresh but with 6 cores and 12 threads, going up to 4.5GHz and based on a 7nm process.
This new Swift Go 14 features TwinAir dual fan system, dual D6 copper heat pipes and an air-inlet keyboard that expels heat to maintain cool temperatures, boosting performance and reliability where you go. The sleek designs of their 14.9 mm aluminium chassis are optimized with a 90% screen-to-body ratio and ultra-slim side bezels.
This next-generation Acer laptop comes with Acer purified voice, with AI noise reduction, this feature suppresses background noise for both users making your work-from-home experience hassle-free. Considering the Type-C popularity, Acer makes it easier for everyone to charge their new Swift Go 14 via USB Type-C, USB- Type-A and HDMI 2.1 making it more productive and functional for every generation.
Acer’s new TNR solution with 1440p webcam captures the best quality images by detecting and diagnosing noisy pixels and blending them into other frames over time producing improved images even in low-light conditions for clear video conferencing.
Acer Swift Go 14 Pricing & Availability
The new Swift Go 14 starts at Rs 62,990 and it is available in all Acer exclusive stores, Acer E-store, Croma and Amazon.
Any ambitions that Erik Ten Hag’s side had of competing for the Premier League title have been dealt a massive blow, since they are fourteen points behind league leaders Arsenal. Here are the key takeaways from the routing at Merseyside.
Key takeaways from Liverpool’s big win against Manchester United
📊 Since joining Liverpool, Mo Salah has more yellow cards from celebrating goals against Man United at Anfield than Man United have goals at Anfield. pic.twitter.com/uhahRKiuep
Erik Ten Hag openly criticised his team’s performance in the second half, calling it unacceptable to lose the way they did. They went into the break 1-0 down, but were completely decimated by their rivals in the second half.
Klopp’s side returned with the intensity that they have become so well-known for, and something that was lacking for a while. The hosts never let up, and simply kept on scoring with their applied pressure till the end.
Erik ten Hag: “You can lose a game but not in this way. Also, the second half is… unprofessional that is not Manchester United”. 🔴 #MUFC
“It can't happen, we have to talk about it. I saw 11 individuals losing their heads. This was not Manchester United”. pic.twitter.com/80j2n3n18F
Mohamed Salah has surpassed Robbie Fowler as the player with the most Premier League goals for Liverpool. The Egyptian winger scored a brace to take his tally to 129, and cement himself as a bona fide club legend.
He has also become only the second player to score 20+ goals for six consecutive seasons after Ian Rush.
Top four ambitions still alive for Klopp
Reminder: Liverpool scored S-E-V-E-N goals against Manchester United 🎥
Now that Liverpool are only three points behind Spurs in the Champions League places with a game in hand, they are likely to return to the top four. However, consistency is the name of the game from here on out.
The challenge for the top four is very tight this season, and the Merseyside club will have to use the momentum from their huge win to keep up their form and go back to winning ways consistently.
As seen in recent extended gameplay footage, Dambuster Studios’ long-awaited zombie action RPG Dead Island 2 will feature an intriguing system that will allow players to unleash their own mutation powers. With the success of Endnight’s Sons of the Forest in the indie scene and the upcoming Resident Evil 4 remake in the AAA sphere, it’s an exciting time to be a fan of horror games.
With the official extended gameplay revealed, we can take a closer look at Dead Island 2’s gameplay aspects and elements
credit: Deadisland
Those who have been anticipating the sequel to 2011’s Dead Island were no doubt ecstatic to learn that the game’s release date had been pushed forward to April 21. While the first game in the series was not as well-received as many had hoped, the upcoming second installment is one that many fans have been anticipating for years, with this installment aiming for a more humorous tone, as evidenced by the trailers.
The gameplay video provides a good overview of the game as it currently stands, displaying the world and action. The ability to mutate, on the other hand, is the most intriguing feature. Dani, one of six possible playable characters, is shown in the footage using her “corrupted DNA” to become ever more powerful, unleashing “explosive abilities” that actually mimic the power of the undead. It appears to be adding something new to the combat system. However, the narrator does state that this feature will not be available in the game’s early stages.
The FLESH system from Dead Island 2 is also demonstrated in the video. This is a gruesome procedural feature that gives players a taste of bloodlust as they hack and slash at zombies, killing them in the most gory ways possible. Overall, the extended gameplay is enticing, providing a taste of what’s to come.
Dead Island 2 launches on April 28 for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Defending world champion Max Verstappen started the season in a familiar fashion by winning the 2023 Bahrain GP. Red Bull achieved a one-two, with Sergio Perez finishing second while Fernando Alonso finished third to complete the podium.
Both Red Bull drivers followed similar strategies during the race, and Verstappen ended up winning the race by ten seconds. Starting from pole position, he never looked truly challenged in the lead and was able to start the season very strongly.
2023 Bahrain GP: Verstappen wins, Leclerc retires
Technical problems continued into the new season for Ferrari, with Charles Leclerc having to retire on Lap 41 due to a failed engine. Alonso, on the other hand, was able to overtake Carlos Sainz on Lap 45 to earn his first podium finish since 2021.
Sainz had to settle for fourth spot in the race, following the late battle. Lewis Hamilton, on the other hand, finished fifth. Lance Stroll capped off a remarkable outing for Aston Martin, finishing in sixth place.
Esteban Ocon and Oscar Piastri of McLaren were not able to finish either. Lando Norris was the only driver from their team to finish, albeit at the bottom of the pile.
The 2023 Bahrain GP was redemption for Red Bull, after their double DNF a year ago. On the other hand, it could also mean the beginning of the Bahrain curse for Red Bull. But, given the performances he has been putting in, all that might simply be superstition.
The next race of the season will take place in a few weeks as Formula 1 travels to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Man City’s goalkeeper, Ederson, has achieved the feat of becoming the third-fastest goalkeeper in Premier League history to reach 100 clean sheets. Ederson kept his 100th Premier League clean sheet in Saturday’s 2-0 home win against Newcastle United.
Having a clean sheet of this number is indeed worthy of a great celebration, and the Brazilian can take extra pride in being in this rank in a total of 208 matches. Before him go Petr Cech and Pepe Reina, who played for Chelsea and Liverpool, respectively.
Petr Cech
In this list of top 3, first comes the name of Petr Cech, who has the record of being the fastest to 100 clean sheets. He achieved this feat during his time for Chelsea on 13 Apr 2010 and is only among the two to be quicker than Ederson, who recently achieved this record. Though records are meant to be broken in sports, some records seem like they would be just a dream to achieve. The record of Petr Cech seems so, as he achieved this only in 180 appearances.
Pepe Reina
Next in this list comes the name of Pepe Reina, who is also among the all-time greats of the Premier League. Reina played for Liverpool while achieving this feat of being the second fastest to reach 100 clean sheets, and he achieved it in the same year of Petr Cech just a few months after on 6 Dec 2010. He achieved this feat in 198 games.
Ederson
Last but not least, as it is known to you all, the newest member in its list is Manchester City’s Ederson, who secured this achievement on 4 Mar 2023 in his 208 appearances. Apart from these three, greats like Peter Schmeichel while playing for Man United, David Seaman for Arsenal, and Edwin van der Sar for Man Utd achieved these feats too.
As part of the expansion of its Silicon Design Centre in central Munich, Apple has announced that it will spend an additional 1 billion euros on German engineering over the next six years. This is in addition to the business’s prior 1 billion euro investment pledge from 2021 when it chose Munich as the location for the headquarters of its new European Silicon Design Center.
Apple to spend in Germany to grow Silicon Design Center to make itself independent
According to CEO Tim Cook, the engineering teams in Munich, which is already the company’s largest technical hub in Europe, play a crucial role in the innovative inventions that thrill customers worldwide.
The company claims it would develop and build a cutting-edge research facility at Seidlstrasse, building on its longtime presence in Germany and expanding investments across Europe. The facility will be constructed to allow Apple’s R&D teams to collaborate and innovate more effectively by providing ample lab space, cutting-edge design, and a strategic location.
According to Johny Srouji, the tech giant’s senior vice president of Hardware Technologies, the Munich-based teams at Apple have made significant contributions to the ground-breaking custom silicon designs used in the company’s most recent products as well as important cellular and power management innovations. He continues that this includes the brand-new MacBook Pro with M2 Pro and M2 Max, Apple’s newest Mac silicon that offers people everywhere even more power-efficient battery life and performance.
As part of the expansion of the Silicon Design Centre, teams will also work out of new offices in Denisstrasse and Marsstrasse in addition to Apple’s new Seidlstrasse location. A nexus of invention and innovation has been established in the heart of Munich thanks to the three new locations, which are just across from Apple’s recently opened R&D facility at Karlstrasse.
The new buildings make up Apple’s European Silicon Design Centre, which is based in Munich’s Maxvorstadt area and joined by engineering locations in Arnulfstrasse and Hackerbrücke.
Arsenal were able to earn a 3-2 win in their most recent game against Bournemouth, after conceding the second fastest goal in the Premier League. Only nine seconds after kick off, the league leaders were behind courtesy of a strike from Philip Billing.
Almost a quarter into the second half, Bournemouth had doubled their lead with Marcos Senesi adding to their advantage. But, they could not hold on to their two-goal lead and slipped up as Arsenal won the game with the last kick of the ball.
Can Arsenal win the Premier League title this year?
One of the key traits of any title winning team is the ability to turn losses and draws into wins. And this season, Arsenal have been doing just that with their performances.
The intensity and desire that they are showing on the pitch is second to none. And with such a motivated young team, they currently stand five points clear at the top of the table.
Not only do Arsenal have a set of starting players who are performing remarkably well, but they also have names who can come off the bench and make a difference. One of them was Reiss Nelson, who scored the match-winning goal for the North London side against Bournemouth.
Mikel Arteta’s side still have to play Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool en route to the end of the season. And with the kind of will they have displayed on the pitch, this might just be the year that they clinch the title.
It won’t be easy, though, since Manchester City are only five points behind, and back to their winning ways.