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Google Pixel 4a launching in India on October 17: Everything you need to know

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The Google Pixel 4a is now launching in India on October 17, the company has confirmed after it launched the Google Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a (5G) globally on Wednesday. The Pixel 4a was announced in India on August 3 with a launch date set for sometime in October. The Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a (5G) won’t be launched in India, Google confirmed previously and the Pixel 4a is the only phone by the company that is planned for India. As per a post by the official Twitter handle of Google, the company confirmed that the Pixel 4a is set to launch on October 17 in India and will go on sale on Flipkart. The price of the phone has not been revealed yet and it is expected to be announced closer to the day of the availability. The Pixel 4a is already listed on Flipkart as its specifications and features have been revealed during the last announcement. Hi Roger, we appreciate your interest in our Pixel devices. The Pixel 4a launches in India on October 17th and will be available for pur...

Google Pixel 5 और 4a 5G हुए लांच, जानें कीमत और स्पेसिफिकेशन्स में अंतर

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Xiaomi Mi 10T smart phone series: भारत में जल्द लॉन्च होगी Mi 10T सीरीज, जानें कीमत और फीचर्स

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Google says the Pixel’s Soli radar and Motion Sense will return

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Image: Google Google’s $799 Pixel 4 had built-in radar. The new $699 Pixel 5 does not — it ditches the sensor-laden forehead of its predecessor entirely in favor of thinner bezels and a hole-punch camera, like the $349 Pixel 4a before it. The result is more screen, but Google’s “Motion Sense” gestures and its answer to Apple’s Face ID are totally gone. But Google hardware boss Rick Osterloh tells The Verge that the Project Soli radar and gestures will return. “They’ll be used in the future,” he says. They were just too expensive for the phone that Google wanted to build this time. (He didn’t say whether they’d appear in a new phone, specifically; a recent FCC filing suggests they might come to a new Nest thermostat as well.) And let’s not get started... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/2ELqNyq

The just-announced Pixel 5 has somehow already been unboxed

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The Pixel 5, Google’s latest Android flagship, was just announced today, and someone on YouTube has already posted an unboxing video of the new device ahead of its release ( via 9to5Google ). What’s in the box is fairly standard — there’s the phone itself, as well as a charger, a USB-C to USB-C cable, and a USB-C to USB-A converter. The YouTube user who has the phone, who goes by the name Sergiu, does power it on, giving us a look at the phone’s 6-inch 2340 x 1080 OLED screen and 8-megapixel hole-punch selfie camera. Sergiu doesn’t use the phone all that much in the video, though, sticking mostly to the phone’s home screen. Sergiu also zooms in on back of the Pixel 5, showing the phone’s aluminum back, fingerprint sensor, and square... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/3jjLssD

Facebook will ban ads that wrongly claim election victory

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Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Facebook will ban ads that wrongly claim victory in the US presidential race. The news comes a week after the company announced it would reject ads from Donald Trump or Joe Biden claiming a premature win on November 3rd. The policy covers ads that claim legal forms of voting — like voting by mail — will corrupt the outcome of the election. It also bans ads that claim rampant voter fraud could alter the results of the election. This is a real concern for the 2020 race. Due to mail-in voting, the electoral process is expected to take longer than in years past, and the official results likely won’t be announced on November 3rd. Experts worry that because more Democrats are expected to vote by mail than Republicans , Trump could declare an... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/3ihHOOB

Facebook launches cross-platform messaging on Instagram and Messenger

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Facebook has taken its biggest step yet in integrating its various messaging platforms, allowing select users on Messenger and Instagram to message one another app to app. In addition to the launch of cross-platform messaging, Instagram is also getting a major overhaul of its DM system, which will be expanded with features taken from Messenger. New Instagram messaging tools include vanishing messages, selfie stickers, custom emoji, chat colors, new ways to block unwanted messages, and the introduction of Messenger’s Watch Together feature , which lets you watch videos with friends during a video call. Users can opt out of cross-platform messaging if they wish Users will be able to reject the update if they choose, but Facebook will no... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/34aJlku

Fat Bear Week is the matchup 2020 needs

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Brown Bear, Ursos arctos, relaxing near creek Katmai, Alaska. | Photo by: David Tipling/Universal Images Group via Getty Images Sometimes, we need to appreciate the really big things in life — like the fact that even in 2020, Fat Bear Week has arrived right on schedule. The annual tournament kicks off today with head-to-head matchups continuing until October 6th. Anyone with an internet connection can tune into Katmai National Park’s live Bearcam to watch the behemoths binge on salmon, and viewers can vote each day for their favorite big beasts. Image: Katmai National Park and Preserve The Fat Bear Week 2020 bracket Fat bears are healthy bears. So Katmai National Park and Preserve started the tradition six years ago to celebrate its bears, who are likely among the fattest (and healthiest) of their species in the world . The Brooks... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/349cRHe

Xiaomi Mi 10T, Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T Lite launched globally: Price and specifications

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Xiaomi Mi 10T, Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T Lite have officially launched as the company’s latest flagship and mid-range smartphones under the Mi 10T series that succeeds the Mi 9T lineup from 2019. The Mi 10T series is also rumoured to launch in India sometime in October. Xiaomi also announced the Mi Watch that was recently launched in India as the Mi Watch Revolve alongside a 65W fast charger. Xiaomi Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro have a lot in common including a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor, 144Hz high refresh rate display and a large capacity battery that supports fast charging out-of-the-box. The Mi 10T Lite, on the other hand, is the world’s first phone to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G processor that was announced last week. Let’s take a look at the price, specifications and features of the Mi 10T series. Xiaomi Mi 10T, Mi 10T Pro, Mi 10T Lite pricing Xiaomi Mi 10T is priced starting at Euro 499 for the base variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage and Euro 549 for the...

Lava eyeing a comeback with five budget smartphones launching in November: Sources

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Lava Mobiles is preparing to launch as many as five new smartphones in India sometime in November. The company is reportedly expanding its portfolio to go up against the likes of Xiaomi, Realme and Vivo that dominate this particular phone segment. Lava currently offers phones in the entry-level segment that are priced under Rs 8,000. However, according to industry sources, Lava will launch five new budget smartphones under different price points. The company is aggressively expanding its portfolio and will launch four new budget smartphones in India along with a Designed in India phone, something Lava is focused on from the last year, said sources in the know of the development.  The upcoming phones by Lava will target different budget ranges so you can expect the new phones to be priced under Rs 6,000, between Rs 6,000-Rs 8,000 and Rs 8,000-Rs 10,000, the sources added. There is also expected to be a phone priced above Rs 10,000 from Lava Mobiles along with a new product under a...

Realme CEO teases companys 125W charging brick

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Realme CEO, Madhav Sheth has teased a picture of company's 125W UltraDart charger brick. The super fast charging tech was first showcased in July, and the company claims it can charge 33% of a 4,000mAh battery merely in three minutes. In his tweet, Madhav Sheth has shared an image that shows a power brick with a 125W rating mentioned on it. The tweet also tells that the charging technology will be first introduced in Europe. Sheth did not share any more details regarding the Indian market. Here's the tweet- I just stepped out of our realme Labs and couldn't wait to share a sneak-peek of what's coming up. We're planning #FAS7ER things for @realmeeurope - so stay tuned! pic.twitter.com/ZUP7tGI5Nn — Madhav Faster7 (@MadhavSheth1) September 29, 2020 Realme's 125W UltraDART charging tech Realme has been among the first OEMs to bring 45W and 65W charging into the budget smartphone market. Company's upcoming 125W charging, if it works as claimed, will be a revo...

Asus ZenBook 14 UX425EA review: a standard step ahead

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Doom Eternal coming to Game Pass tomorrow, with EA Play coming on November 10 to Game Pass Ultimate members

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Users of Xbox’s Game Pass now have something to rip and tear through as Doom Eternal comes to the game subscription service tomorrow. Doom Eternal (Review) has been hailed as one of the best games of the decade, surpassing its predecessor in every possible scenario. And, as you all know, we reported that Microsoft has purchased Zenimax Media, the parent company of Bethesda Softworks, the publishers of Doom Eternal. It would make sense for Microsoft to blow the doors of the purchase by including one of the highest-rated and critically acclaimed games to Game Pass in October.  But Microsoft isn’t done just yet. The company has also announced that EA Play will be available to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members a little earlier than everyone else on November 10. In a statement on the Xbox blog, Sarah Bond, CVP, Gaming Partnerships and Ecosystem said, “Earlier this month we announced that we’ve teamed up with Electronic Arts to provide Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC members an EA Play mem...

Lynk & Co’s compact SUV costs €500 a month but might earn you a profit

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Image: Lynk & Co Car company Lynk & Co has finally revealed the details of its hybrid ownership model, which lets people subscribe to its Lynk & Co 01 compact SUV for €500 per month, with the option of renting the vehicle to other Lynk & Co members to begin earning that fee back. At a launch event today, the company said customers could even make a profit on their €500 a month subscription if they’re able to rent out their vehicle with enough frequency. The first Lynk & Co memberships will be offered in Amsterdam from the end of October with the opening of its debut Lynk & Co club location. The company envisions opening up “clubs,” not dealerships, in major European cities where members can hang out with local artists, DJs, and chefs, for example, or be... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/30nob1n

Google’s Pixel 5 event: how to watch today’s live stream

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WinFuture Google isn’t known for keeping secrets, especially about the phones they plan to introduce. In the case of Google’s upcoming Launch Night In event, we’re looking forward to two new Pixel phones: the Pixel 5 and the Pixel 4A 5G. But who knows? It’s possible that Google may be keeping some surprises up its corporate sleeve. There have, of course, been the usual leaks . For the 5.8-inch Pixel 4A 5G, the follow-up to Google’s popular mid-priced Pixel 4A, there is talk about a Snapdragon 765G processor, a dual-camera system with a 12.2MP main lens and a 16MP ultrawide lens, and an 8MP front camera — all similar to what is being said about the Pixel 5. The latter will (possibly) add wireless charging, more RAM, and a higher IP rating among... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/2Gd1aar

भारत में Mi Smart Band 5 हुआ लॉन्च, कीमत 2,499 रुपये से कम, जाने इसकी खूबियां

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The Google Pixel couldn’t win at the high end, but the midrange isn’t any easier

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Image: OnLeaks/PriceBaba Today, Google will announce the Pixel 5 and 4A 5G. Well, not so much “announce” as launch, since the company already told us these phones were coming when it announced the Pixel 4A in early August . We know what to expect because these phones have leaked every which way but Sunday. And Google has already told us what the Pixel 4A 5G will cost, too: $499. About the only thing that isn’t widely confirmed as of this writing (late last night) is the pricing for the Pixel 5. There are strong rumors that it will clock in at $699, which lines up with the big takeaway I expect to come away with today. That would be this: Google is retrenching into the midrange this year instead of directly trying to compete with the flagships from Apple and... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/3ijRqIu

Samsung’s Premiere 4K laser projector now available, starting at $3,499

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The Premiere promises a big screen even when placed right up against a wall. | Image: Samsung The Premiere, a 4K laser projector from Samsung that’s designed as an alternative to its high-end QLED TVs, is now available to order . There are two models: the $3,499 LSP7T which gives you up to an 120-inch projection, and the $6,499 LSP9T which goes up to 130-inches. Samsung describes both as “ultra short throw” projectors, meaning you get massive projection sizes even when the unit is placed directly in front of your wall or screen. Maximum projection sizes aren’t the only thing separating the two projectors. The LSP9T is brighter at 2,800 ANSI lumens , compared to 2,200 ANSI lumens for the cheaper model. This obviously means it provides a brighter image, but it also means its image should be clearer when there’s more ambient light in... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/34dQ255

Xiaomi to launch Redmi phones powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 and 750G soon: Report

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Xiaomi could soon launch Redmi phones powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 and Snapdragon 750G processor, according to the popular tipster, Digital Chat Station. Xiaomi is rumoured to be developing new Redmi phones powered by the two flagship chipsets and is expected to launch these phones in China first. While not much known about these Redmi phones, there are rumours that Xiaomi could launch the Redmi Note 10 series soon. According to a post by the Twitter handle Digital Chat Station, Xiaomi is preparing to launch Snapdragon 865 and 750G-powered phones under its Redmi sub-brand. These phones are expected to feature high-refresh-rate LCD screens and a high-capacity battery to boot. The tipster hasn’t revealed any more information about the upcoming phones, but we expect to know more in the coming weeks. Don’t worry, Redmi will soon be Shanghai overseas with the same Snapdragon 750G/Snapdragon 865 new machine, and those who like high-brush LCD large batteries can wait [halo] — Dig...

Xiaomi Mi 10T series set to launch today: Watch the live stream here

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Xiaomi Mi 10T series is scheduled to launch globally later today and is also rumoured to launch in India sometime in October. The Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro are expected to be the two phones in the series, however, previous leaks have indicated that a Mi 10T Lite could also debut alongside. Xiaomi’s new Mi 10T series succeeds the Mi 9T from 2019 and has been leaked previously with some key features out in the open. Xiaomi Mi 10T Series launch event live stream Xiaomi Mi 10T series launch event is scheduled to start from 5:30 PM IST (14:00 GMT) and will be live-streamed on YouTube and the official social media handles of the company. We have embedded the live stream link below for your convenience. Xiaomi Mi 10T series leaked specifications Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro is expected to feature a 6.67-inch Full HD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels) resolution display with a 144Hz high refresh rate and HDR10+ certified. The screen is also layered with Gorilla Glass for added protection against drops. It is powered...

Why Coinbase will struggle to ban politics from the workplace

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Illustration by William Joel / The Verge Programming note: There’s a presidential debate tonight! Here’s how to watch it online . And here’s Politico ’s handy “pre-bunk” of 10 lies you’re likely to hear at the debate . If there is a manager in your life, there is a good chance that they are miserable right now. They are miserable for the reasons everyone is miserable: the pandemic; quarantine; the challenges of working from home while raising children; the steady erosion of American democracy. But unlike us working stiffs, managers are miserable for another reason: their employees are miserable, too — and worse, they expect the managers to do something about it. In July I wrote about how a surge of employee activism inside tech companies was beginning to remake the relationship... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/33fUDEU

Amazon starts offering virtual classes and sightseeing tours via new Explore platform

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Image: Amazon Amazon has launched Explore , a new platform which it promises will let you “explore anything from lessons to landmarks.” It works via a video stream, with tour guides, instructors, and personal shoppers providing one-on-one sessions. Amazon says the video is one-way, meaning only the host is on camera during the virtual experience, but the audio is two-way so you can ask questions and make requests. The Explore page provides an idea of the range of experiences on offer. These include relatively cheap sessions like a $10, 40-minute virtual shopping experience in Ridgeland, USA, to a 45-minute virtual tour of a mansion in Lima, Peru for $70, or a $129 bagel cooking class. In some cases Amazon lists ingredients and supplies to buy before a... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/3ihHOOm

Sony 8K LED TV Z8H will launch in India on October 5

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If you are looking to be one of the first to get onto the 8K bandwagon, then there is good news for you. The Sony Z8H, Sony’s flagship 8K LED TV will launch in India on October 5, 2020. The TV will support HDMI 2.1 which makes it ready for the next console generation - the PS5 and the Xbox Series X. The price of the TV is not yet known. However, the TV is listed on the Sony India website with a “price on request” label.  Sony Z8H 8K TV features and specifications The Sony Z8H is powered by Sony’s X1 Ultimate chipset and we got a chance to see this chipset in action at CES 2020. This chipset is the brain behind the 8K picture processing on the TV. To put things into perspective, Sony says that the X1 Ultimate is twice as fast as the X1 Extreme processor. The Sony Z8H has a Full-Array LED-backlit display and also boasts of X-tended Dynamic Range PRO with local dimming. It has Sony’s TRILUMINOS display and in addition to 8K, the TV also supports HDR 10, Dolby Vision, and Dolby ...

OnePlus 8T to run on Android 11 based OxygenOS 11 at launch

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OnePlus 8T runs on the Android 11 based OxygenOS 11 out-of-the-box, the company has confirmed ahead of its launch on October 14 in India. OnePlus is also expected to announce as many as five other products according to the latest rumours, but there are no concrete details on what those products will be. Nevertheless, the company has also revealed that the OnePlus 8T is the first phone from its stable to support 65W fast charging, thanks to the Warp Charge 65 technology. OnePlus is currently running the OxygenOS 11 Open Beta program and is finalising the update for the public rollout that’s expected to reach users in the next few months. More details about the public rollout should be revealed during the launch of the OnePlus 8T. Some highlighting features about this upcoming OxygenOS 11 update includes an Always On Display, a new visual design across the system, Zen Mode 2.0 and more. You can read more about the OxygenOS 11 here. Additionally, OnePlus CEO Pete Lau has confirmed that ...

LG launches 5 new soundbars in India starting at Rs 29,990

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LG has launched its 2020 range of soundbars in India. There are 5 soundbars with prices ranging from Rs 29,990 for the entry-level SN4, going up to Rs 79,990 for the SN10YG. There are 5 soundbars in LG’s line-up with the wattage ranging from 300W to 600W. The SN4 model will be released in November 2020. The rest of the LG Sound Bar 2020 line-up will be available in key markets October onwards. Commenting at the launch, Mr Hak Hyun Kim – HE Director said, “Customers today demand an all immersive cinema and home entertainment experience along with cutting-edge design features and the convenience of not having to use multiple devices. The latest Sound Bar product range by LG not only delivers high-quality and immersive sound experience but also offers innovative features to create a more personalized experience for the users, that take the cinema experience up a notch. LG has always sought out consumer feedback and implemented innovations specially catered to the evolving market demand w...

911 outages have become a fact of life — are we even fixing this?

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In 2014, after what we described as “frequent failures,” a previous administration’s FCC attempted to change how the United States’ emergency 911 system works , including making it clear who’s responsible when multiple states inexplicably lose the ability to dial 911 at once. Some of that accountability might have come in handy this week — because we still don’t know what caused yesterday’s 911 outage. And it’s not clear anything would change even if we knew. Yesterday, 911 services reportedly disappeared in at least 14 states nationwide, some for as long as an hour and a half. Police departments and public safety agencies across the country had to hand out alternative numbers to call — and in some cases, warn residents not to dial 911... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/33fZAgR

Apple outage affects App Store, Apple Music, Apple TV Plus, iCloud, Photos and more

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Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Many Apple services were hit by outages Tuesday evening, including the App Store, Apple Music, Apple TV Plus, and Apple Arcade, according to Apple’s system status page . For all of the affected services, Apple vaguely says that “some users are affected.” However, as we were writing this article, some of the services were upgraded from being affected by an “issue” to having a full-on “outage.” Here is the full list of affected services: Find My Game Center iCloud Account & Sign In iCloud Backup iCloud Calendar iCloud Contacts iCloud Mail iCloud Web Apps (iCloud.com) iWork for iCloud Photos Apple Arcade Apple Music Apple Music radio Apple TV Plus Radio App Store Apple Books Apple didn’t immediately reply to a request for comment. Apple... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/3i9JedS

Twitter’s voice tweets are rolling out to more iOS users, and transcriptions are on the way

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Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Twitter has just expanded its voice tweets feature, which lets you record a snippet of audio to include with a tweet, to more users on iOS. But perhaps more significantly, Twitter is now saying it plans to add transcriptions to voice tweets to improve accessibility, which could help address criticisms from the feature’s June 17th launch. If you want to get an idea of how voice tweets work right now, just press play on the below tweet to hear a voice clip from my colleague Tom Warren. There’s currently no way to see captions or a transcription of what he’s saying. (Note: Tom is not actually sharing exclusive next-gen console news.) Twitter just launched voice tweets. Here’s some exclusive next-gen console news p... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/3kWC926

Cyberpunk 2077 dev breaks promise, will force employees to work six days a week

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Image: CD Projekt Red Cyberpunk 2077 developer CD Projekt Red has told employees that six-day workweeks will be mandatory ahead of the game’s November 19th release date, even though the studio has repeatedly and explicitly promised it would never do that, Bloomberg reports . On two separate occasions in 2019, studio co-founder Marcin Iwiński told game journalist Jason Schreier how it would address crunch, once even saying that “we want to be more humane and treat people with respect.” It seemed pretty clear from excerpts like this that mandatory crunch was not going to be part of it! Jason: If I’m a designer at CD Projekt Red and I say you know what I have kids, I have a family, I’m going to work from 10am to 6pm every day, and that’s it. Even until the... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/2G1CS3p

Origin EVO15-S (2020) review: a customizable 4K machine

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Amazon’s $4.99-a-month personal shopper service is now available for men

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A seven-day try-on period and free returns. | Image: Amazon Amazon is expanding its personal shopping service to cover men’s fashion . For $4.99 a month, Amazon Prime members can be sent monthly packs of personalized clothes that match their style and budget based on an introductory survey. They can choose eight items to be shipped to their home for free, with a seven-day try-on period and free returns. The service, dubbed Personal Shopper by Prime Wardrobe, originally launched for women’s fashion in July last year . It’s Amazon’s answer to Stitch Fix, one of the leaders in online personal shopping. Rather than a monthly subscription, Stitch Fix charges a $20 “styling fee” whenever users request a new package of clothing (the frequency of which depends on the customer). This $20 payment is then... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/3kY7DFe

Garena Free Fires October Elite Pass will be called Anubis Legend II, will feature an Ancient Egypt theme

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Garena Free Fire has announced its latest Elite Pass (EP). Called Anubis Legend II, the new pass features and Ancient Egyptian theme. The latest EP is a continuation of the first Anuis Legends EP that was released back in February 2019. The release shared by Garena reveals that the new Elite Pass features a planet that is on the edge of destruction and many of its major powers come together to recoup their losses.  The release notes, “in this continuation of the Anubis Legend EP, a future timeline within the Free Fire universe has entered doomsday, with four major countries working together peacefully to recover the world’s crumbled economy and ravaged environment. Behind the scenes, one leader’s advisors are making moves to put an end to the Republic of Kemet’s leadership, Princess Isira and Queen Amala. Fortunately, King Solaris and the princess are well versed in combat and can join forces to fight off any and all assassination attempts.” As one might expect, the new Elite Pas...

Biden for Florida to activate thousands of volunteers for the debate

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On Tuesday, Biden for President’s Florida Digital Organizing team will be activating thousands of supporters and volunteers ahead of the first presidential debate. The team will be hosting virtual livestreams and reaching out to voters on Twitter through their specialized social canvassing app, part of a specialized digital effort to organize in one of the most important battleground states this election. In recent months, the Biden campaign’s Florida Digital Organizing team has been rallying voters online amid the coronavirus pandemic, building the largest grassroots digital team in the country with over 900 volunteers, in order to win the hotly contested battleground state this year. There are more than 37,000 users in the Florida... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/2EIoIDr

TCL’s range of affordable ‘Roku TV Ready’ soundbars start at $79

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The Alto 9 Plus includes a dedicated subwoofer. | Image: TCL TCL has unveiled its latest Alto soundbars , which offer an affordable way of boosting a TV’s built-in sound. With the exception of the $59 Alto 3, all of the soundbars are certified as being “Roku TV Ready.” This means they should integrate seamlessly with TVs running Roku’s TV OS, allowing you to control and tune them with your TV’s remote. TCL’s Roku TV Ready soundbars range in price from $79 to $299. At the top of the lineup is the Alto 9 Plus , which was first announced back at CES 2020 . It’s equipped with Dolby’s Atmos, which adds height to the surround sound experience. However, rather than doing this with traditional upward-firing speakers, TCL says it’s using “virtual height channels” to create the impression of overhead sound,... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/3jpPfo0

Epic’s decision to bypass Apple’s App Store policies were dishonest, says US judge

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Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales A US judge hearing arguments in Epic’s antitrust lawsuit against Apple has criticized the game developer’s decision to breach its contract with the iPhone maker by pushing a version of Fortnite with a custom payment system onto the App Store. The decision resulted in Apple removing Fortnite from the App Store. During a hearing on Monday with both companies, Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers of the United States District Court for the Northern District of California expressed skepticism about Epic’s arguments, particularly its claim that it did not pose a security threat to Apple because it is a well-established company and partner. “You did something, you lied about it by omission, by not being forthcoming. That’s the security issue. That’s... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/3ihZtW9

The world’s first foldable PC is now available to order from Lenovo

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Lenovo Lenovo has announced a ThinkPad like no ThinkPad you’ve ever seen before: the ThinkPad X1 Fold. Think Samsung’s Galaxy Fold , but a 13-inch OLED laptop screen. It’s available for preorder now, starting at $2,499. The idea is that you can use the Fold like a large tablet when it’s fully unfolded (or divide the screen into two adjacent displays). You can prop the Fold up horizontally to use it like a full 13-inch notebook, with an optional detachable keyboard and easel stand. You can fold the thing up 90 degrees, turn it vertically, and use it like a miniature laptop (a touchscreen keyboard pops up on the bottom half). You can turn it horizontally and use it like a book, with an optional stylus. Or you can fold the whole thing up, and... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/3l2y2lj

How a fake “Real Oversight Board” is putting pressure on Facebook

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Illustration by James Bareham / The Verge Today let’s talk about Facebook’s Oversight Board, the “real” Oversight Board, and what it means for the 2020 election. Last week I wrote about how Facebook’s vast size and monarchic corporate structure had contributed to a steady stream of controversies all summer . When every decision on which posts to remove comes down to the judgment of one person, that person will be subject to enormous pressure to take one side or another. Facebook’s proposed solution to this is the Oversight Board , an independent group that will serve as a kind of Supreme Court for content moderation. When it’s up and running, the board will hear appeals from users who believe their posts have been removed in error, and will either uphold Facebook’s original call... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/2GjD9hT

Realme 7i, Realme 7 Pro Special Edition and Realme SLED 4K TV confirmed to launch on October 7 in India

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Realme 7i alongside Realme 7 Pro Special Edition and Realme 55-inch SLED 4K TV are confirmed to launch on October 7 in India. Realme is hosting an AIoT launch event on October 7 where it is expected to launch multiple smart products across different categories like audio and wearables that were shown-off during Realme’s IFA 2020 appearance. Realme has confirmed that the Realme 7i, first launched in Indonesia on September 17 will be making its way to India, joining the Realme 7 series of phones that were also announced earlier this month. Get ready to welcome the fusion of clarity, power & smoothness with the all-new #realme7i. Launching the First 64MP Smartphone in the segment at 12:30 PM, 7th October on all our official channels. Know more about the #CaptureSharperPlaySmoother experience: https://t.co/0JiiW4oLC2 pic.twitter.com/r5cUygmpWe — realme (@realmemobiles) September 29, 2020 Moreover, there’s a new Realme 7 Pro Sun Kissed Leather Special Edition that will be unveiled du...

Running Stadia on iOS gets a lot easier with Stadium workaround

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Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge A new browser app which you can download directly from the App Store provides a relatively simple way to play Google Stadia on iPhones and iPads, Engadget reports . Apple’s rules currently mean that game streaming services like Stadia, xCloud, and GeForce Now are not yet officially available on iOS or iPadOS. The app, Stadium , isn’t the first workaround that’s managed to get Stadia running on Apple’s mobile devices, but it makes the whole process a lot simpler. Its developer, u/zmknox, outlines how the process works in a Reddit post here . It’s as easy as downloading the app, entering a few details, and logging into your Google account. Other Reddit users have previously reported being able to use existing browsers to achieve the same... Continue reading… from The Verge - All Posts https://ift.tt/3jbSDTG