Hardik Pandya emerges as the new Brand Ambassador, Poco X5 series launching on 6th February
The sub-brand of Xiaomi i.e. Poco India has recently confirmed that its new Brand Ambassador will be the famous cricket star Hardik Pandya, who was earlier spotted using Poco X5 Pro. So, the Poco X5 series is also confirmed to be launching on 6th February at 5:30 PM a day before the mega OnePlus Cloud 11 launch event.
The new Poco X5 series has been carefully designed to target young audiences who intend to upgrade to 5G without sacrificing on price-to-performance ratio while still having a great design. The Xiaomi sub-brand will also keep its pricing tamed just in between the Redmi Note 12 and Note 12 Pro series so that no customers are left unheard.
A MAD team deserves an Xtraordinary captain, am I right @IndiaPOCO ? 😉 Thanks @Himanshu_POCO for having me as the captain of this amazing team. Let's start the innings with the first X of the year. Are y'all ready to Unleash the X? pic.twitter.com/bqXm8Gy4JQ
Poco X5 Pro with Snapdragon 778G SoC is expected to have a starting price of ₹21k
While the Poco X5 is essentially a rebranded Redmi Note 12 with the Snapdragon 695 SoC rather than the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 will be called the X5 while the X5 Pro will be the Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed with the Snapdragon 778G processor.
The X5 Pro will also feature a big 5,000mAh battery with up to 67W fast charging, and an FHD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate support. The camera module has a 108MP main sensor besides 8MP and 2MP sensors.
There could be a 16MP selfie camera in the front, and it’s expected that much like other Poco phones, this Poco X5 Pro 5G will also be made available via Flipkart.
In terms of pricing, the leaked info suggests that this Poco X5 Pro 5G will have three variants – 6GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 8GB RAM + 256GB storage. The base pricing is suspected to be Rs.21k and could go all the way up to Rs.23k, lesser than the starting price of the Redmi Note 12 Pro series.
NBA players Jalen Green, Jordan Poole, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Andrew Wiggins headline launch campaignof the NBA All-World
Niantic, National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) launched NBA All-World, a free-to-play officially licensed geolocation augmented reality basketball game where players can find, challenge, and compete against today’s NBA ballers in their neighborhoods, then recruit them to their team before proving themselves on the court. NBA All-World extends the world of basketball into new augmented reality territory and is free to play globally on the App Store and Google Play.
NBA All-World brings the world of the NBA to neighborhoods around the world. Fans can explore their own neighborhoods to encounter today’s NBA players, recruit them to their teams, level them up and compete to become rulers of their local courts. Players will have the opportunity to outfit their squads with the latest gear by searching for real-world drops from a variety of well-known brands. In the game, players can additionally show off their teams, chat with friends in the game and compete in 1v1 tournaments to win exclusive in-game items.
Through NBA All-World, players will learn about real-world locations that are the personal favorites of today’s NBA players. Niantic will additionally support the game’s launch with a marketing campaign, “go. all. out.” as well as NBA All-World’s short-form documentary series, “Where I’m From”, starring NBA players including Jalen Green, Jordan Poole, Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins.
“Sports are a huge part of people’s lives and a huge part of pop culture,” said John Hanke, Founder & CEO of Niantic. “Our version of an NBA basketball game starts with exciting one-on-one gameplay and expands from there to include the major elements of basketball culture, including music, fashion, sneakers and more, all of which are integrated into real world locations.”
“We look forward to our fans fully immersing themselves in NBA All-World as they develop deeper connections with players, the league and each other,” said Matt Holt, Head of Consumer Products at the NBA. “Through our collaboration with Niantic and the NBPA, this game helps expand the world of the NBA and its culture into virtually every neighborhood around the globe.”
“We want to help make NBA All-World be as authentic as possible, as well as reach new audiences by bringing NBA players to Niantic’s augmented reality game,” said Josh Goodstadt, Chief Commercial Officer for THINK450, the partnership and innovation arm of the NBPA. “We look forward to users competing against and assembling their rosters from their favorite NBA players around the world.”
As Niantic’s first officially licensed sports title, NBA All-World inspires people to explore the world to experience everything the game has to offer:
● Explore Your World: Get out and move in the real world to discover NBA players to compete against and recruit to your roster, as well as Gear, Boosts, Challenges, and more.
● Build Your Team: Go head-to-head against today’s NBA stars in a variety of challenges to recruit new players. If you’ve already recruited a player, challenge them again in your next encounter to practice your shot and earn more Cred. Recruit stronger players as your Team Level increases.
● Push Your Limits: Power up players with Offense, Defense and Fitness Boosts. Make sure you keep Energy high with Energy Drinks.
● Rule the Court: Compete in leaderboard challenges at more than 100,000 basketball courts in the real world with Rule the Court. Challenge friends and other players for the top spot.
● Rep the Lifestyle: Pick up rare Gear from some of your favorite brands at Drop Zones. Look out for special Gear that improves player stats and outfit your team with sneakers and accessories that help you stand out from the crowd.
Built on Niantic’s Lightship platform, players of all Niantic games will feel right at home in NBA All-World. Niantic’s Campfire social app adds a real-world social aspect to the game, making it easy to connect with other hoop fans and the wider NBA All-World community.
The Chinese OEM is looking to slay its Cloud 11 launch event slated to occur on February 7th, not only we will see the OnePlus 11 and OnePlus 11R 5G smartphones but also a pile of accessories as well. This mega-launch event is expected to bring onboard including OnePlus Keyboard, OnePlus TV 65 Q2 Pro, OnePlus Buds Pro 2 and much more.
Now, the latest leak suggests apart from all these products, we can expect the global launch of the OnePlus tablet as well. It’s not the first time we have heard about the OnePlus tablet or OnePlus Pad, though we don’t have any solid confirmation of the naming convention we know this device is in the works for months now.
Exclusive 🧐 OnePlus might launch Tablet in India on 7 February, 2023, alongwith OnePlus 11 5G, 11R 5G, Buds Pro 2, & OnePlus 65" TV.
Earlier leaks had suggested that this OnePlus tablet would come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC, 6GB of RAM and 128GB internal storage on the rumored device. However, as its 2023 now, we expect more upgrades in terms of hardware but the rumored design could be similar and considering BBK, the parent of OnePlus already makes Oppo and Realme tablets, the design inspiration won’t be very disalike.
OnePlus Pad could be an entirely brand-new device with a fresh design but it needs to be seen going forward. If that is the case, some features can be expected to bring a high refresh rate display, a new version of OxygenOS designed for large-screen devices, and also support for fast charging.
It is expected to feature a 12.4-inch full-HD+ OLED display and offer a dual rear camera setup with a combination of 13-megapixel primary and 5-megapixel secondary sensors. The tablet could come with a 10,090mAh battery with a support for 45W fast charging.
Previously too the OnePlus Tablet was supposed to launch in 2023 and as its confirmed to be unveiled globally in Cloud 11 launch event next month, you don’t have to wait much longer!
On February 1st, the Union Budget 2023 – 24 will be declared by the Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman and a lot of expectations is been anticipated as this is the last announcement before the next elections. With a lot of expectations, the increasing electronics and semiconductor market in India has huge anticipation.
One such brand is Acer India, the Taiwanese OEM which has a strong presence in India and a foothold to implement the PLI incentives to manufacture products in-house. Now, the brand’s Chief Finance Officer, Alok Dubey has shared his insights and expectation towards this upcoming union budget FY 2023-24:
Alok Dubey, CFO of Acer India
“Budget 2023-24 would probably be the most challenging one that Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman would be tabled on February 1, 2023. I think that this year’s budget should give digital infrastructure and skills a high priority. Although India may have a positive view of “digital” and technology, more needs to be done to support the country’s digital-first strategy as it aspires to become a USD 5 trillion economy.
The government’s commitment to digital skill development and its alignment with the IT Tech sector, and the PLI scheme targeted at helping manufacturers of IT hardware and computer servers need to receive equal weight in this year’s budget. Government policy could be changed to promote the development of talent and skills. The tech industry requires a talented and skilled workforce. The government may provide funding for programmes to modernise educational buildings with state-of-the-art R&D capabilities.”
What are your thoughts regarding the same? Let us know in the comments down below…😉
Ryzen 7000 Series Game Bundle is here – Get Star Wars Jedi: Survivor for FREE with any new Ryzen chip
The Red team has recently announced that anyone who is looking to buy its latest AMD Ryzen 7000 series processor will be eligible to get a FREE game. Not just any game, but the upcoming Star Wars title, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor™, yes you heard it right, not only get a fantastic AMD Zen 4 CPU but also a free game to enjoy.
AMD is launching a new Ryzen Game Bundle, offering gamers who purchase select Ryzen 7000 Series processors access to the much-anticipated sequel to Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order™, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor™, beginning today through April 1, 2023.
Powered by the new “Zen 4” architecture, the Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop Processors offer incredible performance for gamers. In addition to delivering a double-digit IPC increase over “Zen 3,” by leveraging the 5nm processor node, the processors provide up to 15% faster gaming performance than the previous generation to deliver unmatched performance in the latest galactic adventure from Respawn Entertainment.
Gamers will receive a redemption code with their purchase and have until May 6, 2023, to redeem their copy of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor ™. For more information, gamers can visit www.amd.com/JediSurvivor. For full terms and conditions, and to redeem game codes, please visit www.amdrewards.com.
Yes, you heard it right, OnePlus 11R will also join the OnePlus launch party scheduled to be held on February 7th in New Delhi. We will see a bunch of new OnePlus products like the OnePlus Keyboard, OnePlus TV 65 Q2 Pro, OnePlus Buds Pro 2 and much more.
Now, Amazon India has seemingly confirmed that on February 7th, the OnePlus 11R 5G will also be launched at 7:30 PM. Just spotted this a few hours ago, many even got the notification of this, so, it’s confirmed that alongside the flagship OnePlus 11, the mid-range 11R will also get announced.
Spotted multiple times in many certifications including BIS, this was incoming eventually, the OnePlus 11R has already got its specs leaked and here’s what you may expect:
The OnePlus 11R is expected to be a budget-friendly alternative to the company’s flagship devices and will be targeted at consumers who are looking for a high-performance device at a more affordable price point. The device is expected to feature a 6.55-inch FHD+ display, with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels.
It’s also expected to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 5G processor, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage. The device will also have a microSD card slot for expandable storage.
In terms of camera, the device is expected to come with a triple-camera setup on the back, consisting of a 48-megapixel primary sensor, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a 2-megapixel macro sensor. On the front, the device is expected to come with a 16-megapixel selfie shooter.
The device is also expected to come with a large 4,500mAh battery, which should provide ample battery life to last a full day of usage. The device is also expected to come with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor for added security and convenience. Also, expect the new OxygenOS 13 out-of-the-box on top of the latest Android 13.
The OnePlus 11r 5g is expected to be priced in the budget-friendly bracket of around Rs. 35,000 to Rs. 40,000 for the base 8GB/128GB variant, extending up to Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 45,000 for the 16GB/512GB option. There could even be a powerful Dimensity option but we are yet to see the final variant because it has not been even launched in China previously.
Poco X5 Pro with Snapdragon 778G SoC is expected to have a starting price of ₹21k
While Xiaomi is facing a lot of criticisms with its Redmi Note 12 5G series, increased pricing, not-so-good camera quality and much more, its sub-brand Poco is all set to launch the Poco X5 series next month. To occupy the ever-growing Indian smartphone market which is upgrading to new 5G phones, bringing a lot of options increases the likeliness of a sale.
So, this new Poco X5 series will have the base Poco X5 and the brother Poco X5 Pro, also recently the base Poco X5 has been spotted in the hands of Hardik Pandya. The Poco X5 is essentially a rebranded Redmi Note 12 with the Snapdragon 695 SoC rather than the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 will be called the X5 while the Poco X5 Pro will be the Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed with the Snapdragon 778G processor.
The Poco X5 Pro will also feature a big 5,000mAh battery with up to 67W fast charging, and an FHD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate support. The camera module has a 108MP main sensor besides 8MP and 2MP sensors. There could be a 16MP selfie camera in the front, and it’s expected that much like other Poco phones, this Poco X5 Pro 5G will also be made available via Flipkart.
In terms of pricing, the leaked info suggests that this Poco X5 Pro 5G will have three variants – 6GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 8GB RAM + 256GB storage. The base pricing is suspected to be Rs.21k and could go all the way up to Rs.23k, lesser than the starting price of the Redmi Note 12 Pro series.
This makes absolute sense not to counter each other’s pricing and still offer a phone at every pricing, also you could see launch offers and back discounts during the launch slated to be held at the start of next month.
LPDDR5T RAM is here – SK Hynix launches World’s Fastest Mobile DRAM
The innovation from DRAM giant SK Hynix isn’t stopping here as it has recently announced the launch of the successor to its high-speed LPDDR5X memory. Yes, it’s called the LPDDR5T (Low Power Double Data Rate 5 Turbo) RAM which is touted to be up to 13% faster than the best available in the market i.e. LPDDR5X.
The giant says in its press release that it has also provided sample products to customers. This new product, LPDDR5T, operates at a whopping data rate of 9.6 gigabits per second (Gbps), increasing the memory bandwidth even further. So, to highlight the maximum speed the product features, SK Hynix added ‘Turbo’ at the end of the standard name LPDDR5.
The speciality of this new memory is that it can operate at an ultra-low voltage range of 1.01 to 1.12V set by the JEDEC as well as have ultra-low power consumption. SK Hynix has sampled 16GB multi-chip packaging that combines multiple LPDDR5T chips into one package. This package helps to process 77GB of data per second, which is equivalent to transferring fifteen FHD (Full-HD) movies in one second.
“The company pushed the technology to new limits in just two months after LPDDR5X, mobile DRAM with 8.5Gbps specification, was introduced to the market in November 2022,” SK Hynix said. “We will solidify our leadership in the mobile DRAM market by providing products of various storage capacities that meet customers’ needs.”
The memory giant is said to start mass production of LPDDR5T using 1anm, the fourth generation of the 10nm technology, in the second half of the year.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the ICC ODI team of the year. It may be shocking to the fans that the top players of the world like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma haven’t been named in the team. Only two Indians, Mohammad Siraj, and Shreyas Iyer have made it to the list.
Iyer has been one of the most consistent performers of the ODI. He also mustered the highest runs in 2022. He generally bats at No.4 and he played a total of 17 games last year. On the other hand, India has seen a lot of players getting injured in 2022. Senior players like Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja got ruled out and Siraj stepped in to fill the void. In the last year, he played 15 matches and scalped 24 wickets at an average of 23.50 with a figure of 3/29.
On the other hand, Babar Azam has been named the skipper of the team. Here is the list of all the 11 players
Playing 11 selected for the ICC ODI team
Credits- ICC Cricket
Babar Azam(Pakistan)– He played nine matches in this year and he registered half-centuries more than eight times and three centuries. In this year, he scored a total of 679 runs at an average of 84.87.
Shai Hope(West Indies)- He didn’t have a good start to the year but as the year progressed he mustered 709 runs with three hundred and two fifties at an average of 35.45.
Shreyas Iyer(India)– He comes to bat at No.4 and played 17 games in this year mustering a total of 724 runs at an average of 55.69 with a strike rate of 91.52.
Travis Head (Australia)– He is one of the most consistent batters of Australia in the ODI format who piled up 550 runs in just nine games at a strike rate of 112.24.
Tom Lathan (New Zealand)- He scored 558 runs in 15 matches at an average of 55.80 and a strike rate of 101.27, which makes him an absolute fir for the team.
Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe)- The Pakistani-born Zimbabwe player amassed 645 runs at an average of 49.61 and at a strike rate of 87.16. He scored two fifties and three centuries.
Mehidy Hasan (Bangladesh)- He picked 24 wickets in 15 games at an average of 18.20 and his best performance was 4/29. Nesides his outstanding bowling performance, he scored 330 runs at an average of 66.
Alzarri Joseph (West Indies)– The west Indies batter scalped 27 wickets at an average of 25.70, with ann economy of 4.61. His best figure in ODI this year was 3/36.
Mohammad Siraj (India)- The Indian bowler played 15 matches and scalped 24 wickets at an economy of 4.62 and an average of 23.50. His best figures were 3/29.
Trent Boult (New Zealand)– the kiwi player has been consistent for almost a year. He picked 18 wickets at an average of 12.38 and an economy of 3.98.
Adam Zampa (Australia)– He had given a good performance last year as he scalped a total of 30 wickets in just 12 matches out of which nine were played at home.
Former Real Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur star Gareth Bale has announced his participation in the upcoming AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. It comes only weeks after he retired from professional football, last playing for MLS club LAFC and helping them win the MLS Cup.
“Delighted to announce I will be playing in the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am at the start of next month! Let’s go.”
Gareth Bale to participate in PGA tour tournament after retiring from football
Just two weeks after his retirement, Gareth Bale announces his participation in the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Golf tournament next month. 🏌️♂️ pic.twitter.com/K06XuF63jY
A lot has been said about Gareth Bale’s involvement and love for golf, especially during his final years at Real Madrid. He attracted a lot of criticism for the same, particularly the “Wales. Golf. Madrid. In that order” flag.
He was also seen playing golf when he was dropped from the squad, which caused further criticism among the Madrid faithful. But now, he is free to pursue his ‘hobby’, as he revealed in the past:
“Football is my No.1 sport. I’m paid to do it and I always give my best. Golf is a hobby like anyone else would have a hobby. There is nothing wrong with having a round. People make a lot of it, but a lot of footballers play and it’s one thing I really enjoy.”
Bale will be playing at Pebble Beach alongside 156 other amateurs and celebrities. The likes of Bill Murray, Jason Bateman and Macklemore are expected to participate, and the prize money for the tournament is a hefty £7 million.
