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Microsoft brings AI-Powered Search Engine to its Windows 11

Microsoft is wasting no time bringing its new AI-powered Bing to all of its products. After introducing it in its Edge browser and then bringing it to the Edge, Bing, and Skype apps on mobile, it is now the turn of Windows 11 to welcome the new Bing to its taskbar.

This is part of a major Windows 11 update that also includes the first preview of Phone Link for iOS, which will allow you to take calls and respond to messages from your iPhone on your Windows PC, tabs in the default Notepad app, new energy recommendations, a redesigned Quick Assist app to make it easier to remotely assist your parents with their computer problems, and other features.

If you’ve used Windows 11, you’re probably familiar with the search box that’s built into the taskbar by default. That is now where you will find the new Bing, ready to answer your questions but unwilling to talk about itself.

According to Microsoft, the search box is one of the most popular features in Windows, with over 500 million monthly users.

That is a prominent placement for the new Bing. Indeed, with a low single-digit market share, the Bing search engine is likely to have fewer monthly users. To use the new Bing, you must first join the waitlist, so not every Windows 11 user will have immediate access.

It’s no secret that Microsoft has faced a lot of criticism since the launch of Bing earlier this month. In many ways, this felt like a hurried release, but to Microsoft’s credit, many of the bugs discovered by Bing’s early users have since been fixed.

It’s also one thing to use the Bing chatbot to elicit an adversarial response from it, but it’s an entirely different experience to use it to assist with day-to-day searches. However, we need to investigate the edge cases, and Microsoft should have done more of that before launching it.

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ESFI announce dates of NESC 2023 for the 15th World Esports Championships

The registrations for national qualifiers for the 15th World Esports Championships will commence from March 1 for a total of four different Esports titles – CS:GO, DOTA 2, Tekken and eFootball

The Esports Federation of India (ESFI) has announced the dates of the National Esports Championships (NESC) 2023 to pick the Indian contingent for the upcoming 15th World Esports Championships (WEC) in Iasi, Romania. The preliminary rounds of the national qualifiers are scheduled to take place online from March 14-19 with the Grand Finals set to begin on March 24.

In what is a revolutionary move, ESFI will be conducting the enthralling qualifiers for the country’s top female athletes in the CS:GO title. Overall, India’s proficient athletes will be competing in four different Esports titles including CS:GO, DOTA 2, Tekken, and eFootball.

“This is set to be the biggest ever year for Indian Esports where the country will be competing for glory at the Asian Games, Olympic Esports Week, Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games, and the 15th World Esports Championships. ESFI is excited to not only witness the high pulsating action of the qualifiers but to also conduct these qualifiers for the country’s talented female athletes for the very first time and see them represent the country at the biggest Esports tournament on the globe. The official recognition of Esports as a multi-sport event has brought about a paradigm shift that has kickstarted the golden era of video-gaming in the country. We wish all the athletes competing in the qualifiers the very best and are confident that they will make the country proud at the WEC 2023,” said Vinod Tiwari, President of the Esports Federation of India.

After the conclusion of NESC 2023, the Indian athletes will be taking part in the regional qualifiers where they will take on competitors from other countries of the Asia and Oceania region. The dates for the regional qualifiers will be announced soon.

Organized by the International Esports Federation, the World Esports Championships 2023 will have a whopping prize pool of $500,000 and is set to be the largest edition of the tournament to date with at least 130 countries participating in it. The global finals of the prestigious tournament will take place from August 24 – September 4, 2023.

One of the country’s top sports & esports communication agencies, Artsmith-Concepts & Visions, will continue its support to the Esports Federation of India as their official communication partner.

The registrations for NESC 2023 will begin on Wednesday, March 1 with the last date being March 10. All details about the registrations will be available on ESFI’s discord server – https://discord.gg/esfi

The NESC’23 will be played in a double-elimination format. The exciting action from the Championships will be streamed live on ESFI’s official YouTube and Facebook pages. Watch this space to know more about the World Esports Championships.

Apple created as many as 1 lakh new jobs in India

According to a Business Standard survey, in India’s electronics sector, Apple has emerged as the employer of choice for blue-collar workers. Over the course of the last 19 months, the company has created over 100,000 new direct jobs, mostly thanks to its significant local vendors and their components and parts suppliers.

Apple’s production in India is paying off in the country

The positions were filled as a result of the government’s PLI (Production Linked Incentive) program, which aims to support regional industry and generate employment prospects.

Apple will add more than 1 lakh new jobs in India

Sixty percent of the new jobs have been created, with the lion’s share going to the three suppliers who assemble iPhones: Foxconn Hon Hai, Pegatron, and Wistron. Foxconn is credited with creating 35,500 of the 100,000 jobs. The second-largest employer, Pegatron, which began production this fiscal year, now employs 14,000 people.

According to the data, the number exceeds Apple’s pledge to create new jobs under the program in the second year by about 7,000. In terms of the fiscal year, the corporation has one month left. According to the research, suppliers of parts and chargers as well as Apple’s ecosystem have created an extra 40,000 employees.

Apple will add more than 1 lakh new jobs in India

When the PLI plan was implemented in August 2021, most of the new employees have been produced. The government must receive monthly reports from the vendors about their employment figures. The increase in jobs is visible throughout the whole Apple ecosystem, in addition to the three main manufacturers in India.

According to reports, Tata Electronics, Apple’s primary component supplier for mechanical parts, has a sizable workforce in the supply chain. With almost 11,000 personnel, Salcomp is one of the other contributors. According to government estimates, the PLI program would generate 200,000 direct jobs overall over the course of five years.

Apple will add more than 1 lakh new jobs in India

In accordance with a government press release from October 6, 2020, it was predicted that the smartphone PLI scheme would generate 2 lakh direct jobs overall over the course of five years. It is evident that the industry is, largely thanks to the Apple ecosystem, well on its way to reaching the goal.

Additionally, according to government estimates, the manufacturing of electronics generates approximately three times as many indirect jobs as it does direct jobs. The survey estimates that the Apple ecosystem will, directly and indirectly, support close to 3 lakh jobs. Over a period of seven years, mobile device manufacturers and their suppliers are estimated to have directly and indirectly produced over two million jobs, according to the India Cellular and Electronics Association.

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Carl Pei confirms Nothing Phone (2) will adopt Snapdragon 8 platform

In his most typical way of doing things, Nothing Founder and CEO Carl Pei has confirmed that its upcoming Nothing Phone (2) will also go toe to toe with the competitors, adopting to Snapdragon 8 series chipset. Though we have heard a lot of rumours about the upcoming Nothing smartphone nothing is official yet before this.

Nothing Phone (2) will adopt Snapdragon 8 platform

In its unique way, he shared a frame with the CEO of Qualcomm Cristiano R. Amon holding a jersey with Phone (2) as its player name and number 8 printed on the back.

As a part of MWC 2023, Qualcomm’s CEO didn’t miss out to showcase its new collaboration with the hyped brand Nothing and its CEO none other than Carl Pei.

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. Though the Phone (1) was a well-balanced phone with the Snapdragon 778 chipset but got its own criticisms for being underpowered by some.

Nothing Phone (2)

To eradicate this, Car Pei and his Nothing team might have opted for the promising Snapdragon 8 series chipsets for the Nothing Phone (2). Though there’s no confirmation whether it will be the latest Qualcomm 8 Gen 2 or not, however, even if they opt for the last Qualcomm 8+ Gen 1 it won’t be a bad choice either.

Hopefully, in the coming days or months, we will see more teasers, leaks and rumours about this Nothing Phone (2) in the market, till then follow us to stay updated!

7 Outstanding Cricket Captains with the Most ICC Trophy win records

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Top Cricket Captains Who Have Won the Most ICC Trophies: Cricket is a game of strategy, skill, and leadership, and the captain plays a crucial role in leading the team to victory. Winning an ICC trophy is a dream for every cricket captain, as it not only showcases the team’s talent but also the captain’s leadership skills.

Let’s take a look at the top cricket captains who have the most ICC Trophy Win Records

1. Meg Lanning – 5 Trophies

Meg Lanning, the captain of the Australian women’s cricket team, tops the list of captains who have won the most ICC trophies. She has won a record-breaking five ICC trophies, including four T20 World Cup titles and one 50-over World Cup. In 2023, she surpassed Ricky Ponting and MS Dhoni by winning her fifth ICC title as captain in the Women’s T20 World Cup. Under her captaincy, the Australian team has won 76 T20Is and 69 ODIs, making her one of the best-ever captains in cricket history.

2. Ricky Ponting – 4 Trophies

Ricky Ponting, the former captain of the Australian men’s cricket team, is one of the most successful captains in the history of international cricket. Ponting led Australia to four ICC trophy victories between 2003 and 2009. Under his captaincy, Australia won the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2003, 2007, and 2009, and the ICC Champions Trophy in 2006.

3. MS Dhoni – 3 Trophies

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the former captain of the Indian cricket team, has led India to three ICC trophies. He guided India to victory in the first ICC T20 World Cup in 2007, the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011, and the ICC Champions Trophy in 2013.

4. Darren Sammy – 2 Trophies

Darren Sammy, the former captain of the West Indies cricket team, led his team to two ICC T20 World Cup victories in 2012 and 2016. Under his captaincy, West Indies won their first T20 World Cup in 2012 and their second in 2016.

5. Clive Lloyd – 2 Trophies

Clive Lloyd, the former captain of the West Indies cricket team, is credited with leading his team to two ICC Cricket World Cup victories in 1975 and 1979. He is considered one of the best captains in the history of West Indies cricket.

6. Jodie Fields – 2 Trophies

Jodie Fields, the former captain of the Australian women’s cricket team, led her team to two ICC trophies. She won the Women’s T20 World Cup in 2012 and the Women’s ODI World Cup in 2013.

7. B Clark – 2 Trophies

Belinda Clark, the former captain of the Australian women’s cricket team, led her team to two ICC trophies. She won the Women’s Cricket World Cup in 1997 and the Women’s T20 World Cup in 2010.

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These captains have not only led their teams to ICC trophy victories but have also set an example for future generations of cricketers. They have shown that with great leadership, determination, and hard work, anything is possible. Each of these captains has left a lasting impact on the game of cricket, and their achievements will be remembered for years to come!

Read more : Top 10 Greatest Female Indian Athletes of All Time: Trailblazers of Indian Sports 

Magnificent list of Upcoming Tamil Movies on OTT in March 2023

This March, we will see many upcoming Tamil movies on the OTT platform. The Tamil film industry is known for making feature-rich movies that are well-received by audiences across India. There are some movies that will directly hit OTT, while others hit on the theatre’s route first and then make their way to streaming platforms such as Netflix, Disney Plus Hotstar, Prime Video, and more. 

 Here is the list of Upcoming Tamil movies on OTT:  

9.  Agilan 

Release Date: TBA 

Agilan is the traditional practice of senicide or involuntary euthanasia, by their own family members, observed in some parts of southern districts of Tamil Nadu state of India. Agilan is a drama film directed by N. Kalyanakrishnan, featuring Jayam Ravi and Priya Bhavani Shankar in prominent roles. If you are a representative of the production house. 

Upcoming Tamil Movies

8. Kuttram Purinthal 

Release Date: TBA 

After a family is killed by mysterious individuals, a man driven by mental anguish takes justice into his own hands. He aims to punish the killers and those who caused them to escape the law 

7. Ghosty 

Release Date: TBA 

After following in her deceased father’s footsteps and becoming a police officer, a young woman experiences strange phenomena while attempting to capture a criminal that escaped from her father’s custody many years before.  

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6. The Great Indian Kitchen 

Release Date: TBA 

Post her marriage, a woman tries to fit into the conventional mold that society has prescribed for married women. But somewhere along the way, she starts feeling that this is not the life she wants.  

5. Borrder 

Release Date: TBA 

This time we have come with another action thriller movie releasing on OTT soon Borrder, which stars Arun Vijay and Regina Cassandra in lead roles. Helmed by Arivazhagan Venkatachalam, the Tamil film  Revolves around patriotism and how a military officer runs an anti-terrorist operation.  

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4. Nayanthara – Beyond the Fairytale 

Release Date: TBA 

It is unlikely that you do not know the Lady Superstar of South Indian movies – Nayanthara. The soon-to-be-released documentary gives a glimpse into the superstar’s fairytale wedding and much more. Nayanthara tied the knot with ace filmmaker Vignesh Shivan on June 9th, 2022. The love story of South Indian superstar Nayanthara, who recently got married in a fairytale wedding to filmmaker Vignesh Shivan. 

3. Idi Muzhakkam 

Release Date: TBA 

Idi Muzhakkam is an action thriller movie starring the famous actor, composer, and music director G. V. Prakash Kumar and Gayathrie Shankar in lead roles. Idi Muzhakkam is an upcoming Tamil movie. The movie is directed by Seenu Ramasamy and will feature G. V. Prakash Kumar and Gayathrie as lead characters. 

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2. Karaiyerum Kanavugal 

Release Date: TBA 

Karaiyerum Kanavugal is an emotional drama movie written and directed by K. P. S. Saamyy, who also stars in the film with Rajesh Balakrishnan, Neenu, and Sandra Babu. Karaiyerum Kanavugal is a Tamil movie released on 31 Dec 2021. The movie is directed by K. P. S. Saamyy and featured Rajesh Balakrishnan and Sandra Babu as lead characters. 

1. Thalaikoothal 

Release Date: 3rd March 2023 

A man’s long battle to save his comatose father is met with financial obstacles, and his family suggests euthanasia as the best possible option. Thalaikoothal follows the story of a financially struck night guard who devotes his time and money to taking care of his ailing comatose father. In hopes of getting his father back to normal, Pazhan ignores all the suggestions made by his family to euthanize his father in order to recover the financial burden that has been lingering on them for quite some time. 

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AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D & Ryzen 9 7900X3D now available in India: Check pricing

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The two new flagships Ryzen 7000 series processors – AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D & Ryzen 9 7900X3D, turbocharged by its proprietary 3D V-cache chip stacking technology are here in India as well. Both these desktop processors can be bought online or offline in the country from top retailers like MDComputers, NationalPC, and more.

AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D & Ryzen 9 7900X3D launched in India

These are top-end processors with up to 144MB of on-chip memory which helps these chips deliver incredible gaming performance, the best in the market. This means that enthusiasts can harness the power of the ultimate gaming and creator performance in one chip, now, at launch, these chips aren’t cheap though.

AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D & Ryzen 9 7900X3D now available in India: Check pricing

While the 7900X3D with 12 cores is a look-alike of the Ryzen 9 7900X and should give similar productivity performance but expect better gaming performance undoubtedly, it will cost you roughly ₹62k in India. Whereas the 16-core monster 7950X3D annihilates any CPU out there when it comes to gaming, and will cost you ₹70k.

Seeing both pricing, we suggest you go for the absolute flagship for a bit more money as down the road it will benefit you in the long run. Powered by the “Zen 4” architecture with advanced AMD 3D V-Cache technology, these processors are designed to deliver exceptional gaming performance and power efficiency, available from global etailers and retailers.

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New Zealand’s 1-Run Win against England: How Bazball has Turned Test Cricket more Exciting?

Test cricket is often seen as a slow and boring sport, but the recent match between New Zealand and England proved otherwise. On February 23, 2023, New Zealand won against England in the second test match with just one run. The match that took place at Cello Basin Reserve, Wellington was an unforgettable one, where both teams played their best game. The outcome may have been a loss for England, but the exciting match was proof of how Bazball has turned test cricket more thrilling than ever. Here’s how the game went down.

The Match : New Zealand’s One-Run Win against England

New Zealand won the toss and decided to bowl, a decision that paid off as they limited England’s first innings to 435-8 dec. Brook, the player of the innings, scored 186. In response, New Zealand scored 209 and 483 runs in their first and second innings, respectively. The captain of the New Zealand team, Kane Williamson, scored an impressive 132 runs. Leach, with five wickets, was the highest wicket-taker for England.

England began their second innings with a target of 256 runs. Root, the English captain, scored 95 runs, and Stokes, despite a knee injury, fought hard for 35 runs. However, it was the last man standing, James Anderson, who nearly clinched the game for England. With just one run required, Anderson faced a bouncer from Neil Wagner, which he tried to flick, only for it to end up in Tom Blundell’s gloves. And just like that, the match was over. In the end, New Zealand won the match by just one run, making it one of the greatest Tests ever played.

The Exciting Finish : New Zealand’s One-Run Win against England

  • James Anderson, England’s last man, walked to the crease with just seven runs needed to win.
  • Anderson had the chance to hit the winning runs for the first time in his career, but unfortunately, he fell short.
  • Jack Leach, the other batsman, reprised his heroics from Headingley 2019 and played calmly, hoping to take England to victory.
  • In the end, Wagner bowled Anderson out, and New Zealand won by one run.

What is Bazball?

Bazball is a term that was first coined by Brendon McCullum, former captain of the New Zealand cricket team, to describe the aggressive and exciting style of cricket that his team played. Bazball is all about taking risks, playing fearlessly, and putting pressure on the opposition at all times. It’s about going for the big shots, even if it means risking losing wickets. The philosophy behind Bazball is that if you’re going to lose, you might as well lose playing an exciting brand of cricket.

  • New Zealand’s captain, Kane Williamson, embodies this approach, and it was his superb batting that helped New Zealand win the match.
  • Despite England’s loss, their captain, Ben Stokes, praised the exciting nature of the game and the role of Bazball in making it so.

How has Bazball Changed Test Cricket?

Bazball has had a significant impact on Test cricket, a format that was once considered boring and outdated. Here are some ways that Bazball has made Test cricket more exciting:

  1. Faster Scoring Rates: One of the biggest changes that Bazball has brought to Test cricket is https://twitter.com/ICC/status/1630463076066525184faster scoring rates. Teams are now scoring runs at a faster pace, and there is more aggression and attacking play.
  2. Shorter Matches: With teams scoring more runs in less time, Test matches are now ending sooner than before. This has led to more exciting finishes, with teams pushing for victories in the final sessions of the match.
  3. More Excitement: Bazball has brought a new level of excitement to Test cricket. The matches are now more thrilling, with more twists and turns, and the outcome is often in doubt until the very end.
  4. More Fans: The excitement generated by Bazball has attracted new fans to Test cricket. The format is no longer seen as dull and boring, and more people are now watching and following the game.
  • England’s loss was disappointing, but it was a reminder of the importance of playing the right way and preserving the status of Test cricket.
  • The result showed that even losing while playing in an exciting and aggressive manner is preferable to winning in a slow and boring way.
  • The match also highlighted the importance of individual performances, with both Williamson and Root playing exceptionally well.

The recent match between New Zealand and England was a thrilling and exciting display of Test cricket, proving that the sport can be just as entertaining as other forms of cricket. New Zealand’s one-run win against England was a testament to the excitement that Bazball has brought to Test cricket. While the result may have been a loss for England, the match was a thrilling one that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very end. The use of Bazball and the importance of playing in an exciting way were evident throughout the game, and it was a reminder of the significance of preserving Test cricket as the ultimate form of the game.

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OnePlus Ace 2V: Sleek Design with powerful Dimensity 9000

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The latest offering from OnePlus, the OnePlus Ace 2V, is all set to be launched on 7th March 2023, and live images of the phone have already started doing the rounds on the internet. The smartphone comes packed with several impressive features, making it an attractive choice for tech enthusiasts.

OnePlus Ace 2V aka Nord 3 features

One of the standout features of the OnePlus Ace 2V is its 6.72″ FHD+ AMOLED display, with a refresh rate of 120Hz, ensuring a smooth and seamless viewing experience. The phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset, along with Mali G710 MC10 GPU, LPDDR5/5X RAM, and UFS 3.1 storage, providing ample speed and storage space for all your needs.

OnePlus Ace 2V

The OnePlus Ace 2V runs on Android 13 out of the box, ensuring that users have access to the latest features and security updates. The phone comes with a 64MP+8MP+2MP rear camera setup, allowing users to capture stunning pictures with ease. There is also a 16MP front camera, perfect for selfies and video calls.

The phone is equipped with a 5000mAh battery, which supports 80W fast charging, ensuring that the phone can be charged quickly and efficiently. This means that users can spend less time charging their phones and more time using them.

OnePlus Ace 2V, the live images that have surfaced online give us a sneak peek into what we can expect from the upcoming phone. From what we can see, the phone looks sleek and stylish, with a minimalist design that is typical of OnePlus.

Overall, the OnePlus Ace 2V seems to be a promising device, offering users a great mix of style and substance. With its impressive display, powerful processor, and excellent camera setup, it is an ideal choice for those who want a premium smartphone experience. As we wait for the official launch of the phone, it will be interesting to see what other features OnePlus has in store for us.

Global PC GPU shipment down by 35% but NVIDIA still holds monopoly

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Jon Peddie Research has released its latest GPU market summary for the fourth quarter of 2022, which shows NVIDIA leading the dGPU market share while Intel and AMD maintain a similar share.

According to JPR, the global PC GPU market, which includes all types of graphics processing units, reached 64.2 million units in Q4 2022 but declined by -35% year on year and -15.4% quarter on quarter. These losses can be attributed to a variety of factors, including rising PC component costs and inflation, which have impacted consumers worldwide.

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The current trajectory predicts that GPU shipments will increase by 0.19% between 2022 and 2026, reaching a total installed base of 3.013 billion units, with discrete GPUs accounting for 32% of the segment’s market share. In terms of segment share, desktop GPUs were down by -24%, while notebook GPUs were down by -43%.

In terms of overall PC market share, AMD increased its share by 0.4%, Intel’s share decreased by -1.1%, and NVIDIA’s share increased by 0.68%.

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Intel still has a 71% market share in the overall GPU segment, with NVIDIA coming in second at 17% and AMD coming in third at 12%. Although the discrete GPU market share fell to 13 million units, NIDIA maintained its >80% market share. In terms of shipments, Intel and AMD shared a 9% market share, which is significant for the blue team, which has only recently entered the discrete GPU segment.

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