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Citroën has announced in France a new all-electric light quadricycle called Ami. Designed to compete with the Renault Twizy electric quadricycle that has been around in the European market since 2012, the Citroën Ami is capable of delivering a driving range of up to 70 kilometres on a single charge and a claimed top speed of 45 kilometres per hour. The Citroën Ami will be available in France from March 30 and in Spain, Italy, Belgium, Portugal, and Germany a few months later. Being a quadricycle, the Citroën Ami is about the same size as the Bajaj Qute that sells in India. Thanks to its symmetric exterior components, the Citroën Ami looks more or less the same whether it’s viewed from the front or back. In fact, Citroën has fitted a rear-hinged door on the driver’s side and a front-hinged door on the passenger’s side to maintain symmetry in the car’s design. On the inside, the little French quadricycle has two seats and a small dashboard with a dedicated smartphone holder. The Citro

Citroën has announced in France a new all-electric light quadricycle called Ami. Designed to compete with the Renault Twizy electric quadricycle that has been around in the European market since 2012, the Citroën Ami is capable of delivering a driving range of up to 70 kilometres on a single charge and a claimed top speed of 45 kilometres per hour. The Citroën Ami will be available in France from March 30 and in Spain, Italy, Belgium, Portugal, and Germany a few months later. Being a quadricycle, the Citroën Ami is about the same size as the Bajaj Qute that sells in India. Thanks to its symmetric exterior components, the Citroën Ami looks more or less the same whether it’s viewed from the front or back. In fact, Citroën has fitted a rear-hinged door on the driver’s side and a front-hinged door on the passenger’s side to maintain symmetry in the car’s design. On the inside, the little French quadricycle has two seats and a small dashboard with a dedicated smartphone holder. The Citro

OnePlus has generally pushed software updates out to its devices in a timely fashion. In the latest instance of this positive trend, the Chinese electronics manufacturer is rolling out the latest OxygenOS 10.3.2 software as an over-the-air update to the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T. The update, which contains the latest security patch for Android, is currently being rolled out in a staged manner. If you own either of the models, you can expect to see the notification update pop up anytime now. According to OnePlus Global Product Operations Manager Manu J, the new OxygenOS 10.3.2 update carries the latest February 2020 security patch for Android. In addition, it comes with a fix for a previously reported bug that causes the screen to flicker when the user is swiping up from the lock screen to unlock the device. Lastly, the update contains fixes for some ‘general bugs’ and improves the overall system stability. Read the changelog published by OnePlus here. According to some of the OnePlus

OnePlus has generally pushed software updates out to its devices in a timely fashion. In the latest instance of this positive trend, the Chinese electronics manufacturer is rolling out the latest OxygenOS 10.3.2 software as an over-the-air update to the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T. The update, which contains the latest security patch for Android, is currently being rolled out in a staged manner. If you own either of the models, you can expect to see the notification update pop up anytime now. According to OnePlus Global Product Operations Manager Manu J, the new OxygenOS 10.3.2 update carries the latest February 2020 security patch for Android. In addition, it comes with a fix for a previously reported bug that causes the screen to flicker when the user is swiping up from the lock screen to unlock the device. Lastly, the update contains fixes for some ‘general bugs’ and improves the overall system stability. Read the changelog published by OnePlus here. According to some of the OnePlus

PUBG Mobile is not just about a hundred people fighting it out, keeping cheaters out is also a big fight for the developer in its goal to keep a fair and competitive environment in the game. The game released a behind-the-scene look at how they have been fighting cheaters using the Project: Ban Pan security system that results in the ban of about 8,000 accounts every day. Project: Ban Pan was showcased during the PUBG Mobile Club Open 2019 Fall Split Global Finals in December 2019 enforcing a zero-tolerance policy for cheating. The video is based on a real case of a cheater who got banned for ten years. Check it out below - PUBG Mobile also added a few new features to keep the game free of cheaters. Death Replay is one such feature available in the latest 0.17.0 update of the game. The update will be rolled out on March 3, and will let players see how they died in the game from the perspective of the opponent. There’s also a PUBG Mobile Safety Station, a website that gives players

PUBG Mobile is not just about a hundred people fighting it out, keeping cheaters out is also a big fight for the developer in its goal to keep a fair and competitive environment in the game. The game released a behind-the-scene look at how they have been fighting cheaters using the Project: Ban Pan security system that results in the ban of about 8,000 accounts every day. Project: Ban Pan was showcased during the PUBG Mobile Club Open 2019 Fall Split Global Finals in December 2019 enforcing a zero-tolerance policy for cheating. The video is based on a real case of a cheater who got banned for ten years. Check it out below - PUBG Mobile also added a few new features to keep the game free of cheaters. Death Replay is one such feature available in the latest 0.17.0 update of the game. The update will be rolled out on March 3, and will let players see how they died in the game from the perspective of the opponent. There’s also a PUBG Mobile Safety Station, a website that gives players

Planning on getting the Poco X2 and have eyes only for the red colour variant? Poco will be holding a ‘Head for Red’ sale where only the Phoenix Red variant of the Poco X2 will be up for sale on Tuesday, March 3. The company claimed they will have the largest stocks yet. You can even get a discount of Rs 1,000 upon using an ICICI credit and EMI transactions. Poco X2 specs and features The Poco X2 is a powerful mid-ranger that introduces a lot of new features in this segment. That includes a 120Hz refresh rate IPS LCD display, dual punch-hole cameras and a Snapdragon 730G SoC under the hood. There’s also a 4500mAh battery that gets topped up with a 27W fast charger included in the box. Furthermore, the Poco X2 features a 64MP quad camera setup that includes an 8MP ultrawide lens, 2MP macro lens and another 2MP depth sensor. The phone runs on the PocoUI based on Android 10. However, it does show a lot of ads especially from the stock Xiaomi apps that comes pre-installed. Know this tha

Planning on getting the Poco X2 and have eyes only for the red colour variant? Poco will be holding a ‘Head for Red’ sale where only the Phoenix Red variant of the Poco X2 will be up for sale on Tuesday, March 3. The company claimed they will have the largest stocks yet. You can even get a discount of Rs 1,000 upon using an ICICI credit and EMI transactions. Poco X2 specs and features The Poco X2 is a powerful mid-ranger that introduces a lot of new features in this segment. That includes a 120Hz refresh rate IPS LCD display, dual punch-hole cameras and a Snapdragon 730G SoC under the hood. There’s also a 4500mAh battery that gets topped up with a 27W fast charger included in the box. Furthermore, the Poco X2 features a 64MP quad camera setup that includes an 8MP ultrawide lens, 2MP macro lens and another 2MP depth sensor. The phone runs on the PocoUI based on Android 10. However, it does show a lot of ads especially from the stock Xiaomi apps that comes pre-installed. Know this tha

There’s never a dull moment for the people at OnePlus. Just as the hype around the OnePlus Concept One was starting to simmer down, OnePlus UK’s twitter handle has announced the existence of another new product. A short video on the Twitter page lists March 3 2020 as the reveal date. The video shows a collection of pipes and metallic structures, without giving a clear idea of what the device could be. According to OnePlus UK’s tweet, this is not a smartphone or even a commercial product for that matter, leading us to believe that OnePlus may be gearing up to reveal another concept project to the world. Analysing the video, there seems to be a myriad of suggestions in there. At initial glance, the metallic parts seem to resemble the inside of a watch, but then we see a pipe-like structure that’s more commonly associated with the type of lens known as the probe lens. Briefly, we also see the number 6 machined into the side of one of the panels. Needless to say, the video is not giving

There’s never a dull moment for the people at OnePlus. Just as the hype around the OnePlus Concept One was starting to simmer down, OnePlus UK’s twitter handle has announced the existence of another new product. A short video on the Twitter page lists March 3 2020 as the reveal date. The video shows a collection of pipes and metallic structures, without giving a clear idea of what the device could be. According to OnePlus UK’s tweet, this is not a smartphone or even a commercial product for that matter, leading us to believe that OnePlus may be gearing up to reveal another concept project to the world. Analysing the video, there seems to be a myriad of suggestions in there. At initial glance, the metallic parts seem to resemble the inside of a watch, but then we see a pipe-like structure that’s more commonly associated with the type of lens known as the probe lens. Briefly, we also see the number 6 machined into the side of one of the panels. Needless to say, the video is not giving

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) was the industry’s answer to curbing illegitimate access for online accounts. This was especially the case to prevent bank accounts from being hacked and was eventually utilized by companies like Google, Facebook, Apple etc. Now a new security threat claims to be able to steal 2FA codes from the Google Authenticator. According to Threatfabric, new Android malware is capable of stealing 2FA codes from Google’s app. Typically apps like Google’s 2FA or even Microsoft’s App for that matter are considered safer than the SMS method of receiving 2FA codes. This was because SMS isn’t transmitted over a secure protocol and can be intercepted. Then there’s the additional threat of SIM cloning that has led to multiple counts of banking fraud in the past. Now, it would appear that Google’s 2FA app has also been proven to be vulnerable. According to Threatfabric, the malware is not yet being distributed or advertised on underground forums, suggesting that the hack

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) was the industry’s answer to curbing illegitimate access for online accounts. This was especially the case to prevent bank accounts from being hacked and was eventually utilized by companies like Google, Facebook, Apple etc. Now a new security threat claims to be able to steal 2FA codes from the Google Authenticator. According to Threatfabric, new Android malware is capable of stealing 2FA codes from Google’s app. Typically apps like Google’s 2FA or even Microsoft’s App for that matter are considered safer than the SMS method of receiving 2FA codes. This was because SMS isn’t transmitted over a secure protocol and can be intercepted. Then there’s the additional threat of SIM cloning that has led to multiple counts of banking fraud in the past. Now, it would appear that Google’s 2FA app has also been proven to be vulnerable. According to Threatfabric, the malware is not yet being distributed or advertised on underground forums, suggesting that the hack

Huawei’s ongoing tussle with the U.S government has been ongoing for a while now. Because of a trade ban imposed on the Chinese company, Huawei had to lose out on offering Google services and apps in its new smartphones. A new report now states Google is keen to starting working with Huawei again and wants its apps back on Huawei devices. Google has reportedly applied for a license to bundle Google apps in Huawei devices and effectively resume business with the Chinese tech giant. Just a few days earlier, Google had warned Huawei users not to side load Google apps for security reasons. Google play and Android Vice President, Sameer Samat told German news outlet DPA that Google has applied for a license but could not comment on when a decision based on the application will be made. Last year, Microsoft was granted a similar license to do business with Huawei and continue having Windows OS in Huawei laptops like MateBook 13. Google can technically argue with the same logic Microsoft a

Oppo has announced the expansion of its A-series with the launch of Oppo A31 (2020). It is a budget phone that comes in two configurations. For reference, Oppo A31 was launched back in 2015. The 2020 variant comes with triple rear camera setup and features a waterdrop-style display notch. Further, Oppo has provided a gradient finish as well as a physical fingerprint sensor.  Oppo A31 (2020) features a 6.5-inch HD+ (720 x 1,600 pixels) display with 20:9 aspect ratio and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. It is powered by the MediaTek Helio P35 SoC, paired with 4GB and 6GB of RAM options. It sports a triple rear camera setup: a 12MP primary sensor + a 2MP depth shooter + a 2MP macro lens. On the front lies an 8MP selfie shooter. The handset runs Android 9 Pie with ColorOS 6.1.2 on top. As for the storage, it comes equipped with up to 128GB of onboard storage that is expandable via microSD card (up to 256GB) through a dedicated slot. It has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. Further, i

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite was launched in India late last month. The smartphone comes with an Infinity-O Display and runs Android 10 out of the box. The phone was launched in a single 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model. Now, the company has unveiled a new variant with 512GB of inbuilt storage. The only difference is the storage, the rest of the specifications remain the same. The new model is priced at Rs 44,999. That means, Samsung is asking Rs 5,000 more for the increased storage variant.  The company is also offering customers an additional upgrade bonus of up to Rs 5,000 in exchange for their old smartphones. The new variant will go on sale from March 1 via retail stores, Samsung Opera House, Samsung e-shop and leading online portals. It will be made available in Prism White, Prism Black, and Prism Blue colour options. Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite comes equipped with a 6.7-inch Full HD+ (2400×1080 pixels) Super AMOLED Plus Infinity-O Display with 394 PPI. The smartphone is powered by the Qua

MediaTek has announced the Helio P95 SoC for smartphones. The P95 comes with an 8-core CPU cluster with two Cortex-A75 cores clocked at 2.2GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores clocked at 2.0GHz. The chipset also features a PowerVR GM 94446 GPU which MediaTek claims offers a 10 percent boost in GPU performance over the Helio P90. Furthermore, the Helio P05 features a large L3 cache. Looking at the spec-sheet of the newly announced chipset, it seems MediaTek is targeting high-end mid-range smartphones with support for up to 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 2.1 storage. As for the cameras, the SoC is able to support a single 64MP sensor or 24+16MP stacks. On the display side, the SoC supports resolution upto 2520x1080 pixels with 21:9 aspect ratio. The Helio P95 boasts of a triple ISP with 14-bit RAW and 10-bit YUV processing along with in-demand camera features like AI-based noise reduction for low-light photography, 5-person pose tracking and scene recognition along with an AI depth engine. MediaTek

Vivo has launched its new Z-series model. The Vivo Z6 5G has been launched in China. It packs a quad rear camera setup and as the name suggests, supports 5G connectivity. The smartphone comes with liquid cooling technology that employs a combination of conductive copper coil and a thermal gel to manage the phone's temperature during intensive tasks like gaming. Vivo Z6 5G specifications The Vivo Z6 5G features a 6.57-inch full-HD+ (1,080 x 2,400 pixel) display with 20:9 aspect ratio and 90.74 percent screen-to-body ratio. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G SoC SoC, paired with up to 8GB of RAM. The handset runs FuntouchOS, based on Android 10, Further, it comes with features like Multi-Turbo 3.0 and Game Space 3.0 for better resource management and performance output. On the optics front, the handset sports a quad rear camera setup: a 48MP primary sensor with f/1.79 aperture and 6-element lens + an 8MP wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture and 112-degree field of view +

Huawei’s ongoing tussle with the U.S government has been ongoing for a while now. Because of a trade ban imposed on the Chinese company, Huawei had to lose out on offering Google services and apps in its new smartphones. A new report now states Google is keen to starting working with Huawei again and wants its apps back on Huawei devices. Google has reportedly applied for a license to bundle Google apps in Huawei devices and effectively resume business with the Chinese tech giant. Just a few days earlier, Google had warned Huawei users not to side load Google apps for security reasons. Google play and Android Vice President, Sameer Samat told German news outlet DPA that Google has applied for a license but could not comment on when a decision based on the application will be made. Last year, Microsoft was granted a similar license to do business with Huawei and continue having Windows OS in Huawei laptops like MateBook 13. Google can technically argue with the same logic Microsoft a

Oppo has announced the expansion of its A-series with the launch of Oppo A31 (2020). It is a budget phone that comes in two configurations. For reference, Oppo A31 was launched back in 2015. The 2020 variant comes with triple rear camera setup and features a waterdrop-style display notch. Further, Oppo has provided a gradient finish as well as a physical fingerprint sensor.  Oppo A31 (2020) features a 6.5-inch HD+ (720 x 1,600 pixels) display with 20:9 aspect ratio and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. It is powered by the MediaTek Helio P35 SoC, paired with 4GB and 6GB of RAM options. It sports a triple rear camera setup: a 12MP primary sensor + a 2MP depth shooter + a 2MP macro lens. On the front lies an 8MP selfie shooter. The handset runs Android 9 Pie with ColorOS 6.1.2 on top. As for the storage, it comes equipped with up to 128GB of onboard storage that is expandable via microSD card (up to 256GB) through a dedicated slot. It has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. Further, i

A Bengaluru-based HRTech startup named Springworks has launched a WhatsApp-based tool - SpringVerify - that allows users to quickly and seamlessly verify someone’s identity in a couple of minutes. While corporations have been running Employee Background Checks forever, this is the first time that employers, whether in a business or household setting, will have access to a tool of this kind, right within WhatsApp. Users will be able to verify who they are dealing with. It is one of the earliest adoptions of WhatsApp to be used for Identity Verification and Crime Monitoring across the globe.   We just launched a #WhatsApp tool that tells you whether a govt ID furnished by a person is a valid ID or fake. It's as simple as taking a pic of the ID + sending a message on WhatsApp. Takes 2 mins. flat! Try it out: https://t.co/emhVwrwJ2h ++also runs a court record check. — Abhash Kumar (@AabhashK) February 27, 2020   If you need to verify someone’s identity on WhatsApp, all you need to

A Bengaluru-based HRTech startup named Springworks has launched a WhatsApp-based tool - SpringVerify - that allows users to quickly and seamlessly verify someone’s identity in a couple of minutes. While corporations have been running Employee Background Checks forever, this is the first time that employers, whether in a business or household setting, will have access to a tool of this kind, right within WhatsApp. Users will be able to verify who they are dealing with. It is one of the earliest adoptions of WhatsApp to be used for Identity Verification and Crime Monitoring across the globe.   We just launched a #WhatsApp tool that tells you whether a govt ID furnished by a person is a valid ID or fake. It's as simple as taking a pic of the ID + sending a message on WhatsApp. Takes 2 mins. flat! Try it out: https://t.co/emhVwrwJ2h ++also runs a court record check. — Abhash Kumar (@AabhashK) February 27, 2020   If you need to verify someone’s identity on WhatsApp, all you need to

Apple is tipped to release a new iPad accessory this year. According to a new report, an iPad keyboard with a built-in trackpad could be incoming. It is rumored to be released alongside the next version of iPad Pro later this year. The leak comes after Apple was reported to bring an updated Smart Keyboard with a scissor-switch design. It could be similar to the design we have on the 16-inch MacBook Pro.  The latest development comes from The Information. It claims that Apple could be readying a new iPad keyboard with a built-in trackpad. Apple markets the iPad as an alternative to Windows laptops. Hence, by adding a trackpad to the keyboard, the company would be able to make the iPad Pro a better substitute for laptops. The report says the new iPad Pro Smart Keyboard will be "made of materials similar" to the current Smart Keyboard options. Further, Foxconn is claimed to be one of the "main manufacturers" of the new Smart Keyboard.  The exact launch date of the ne

iPhone 11 Pro Max Key Highlights: 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display is the best on a smartphone Apple A13 Bionic SoC is the fastest processor on a smartphone Triple 12MP camera setup at the back takes good photos consistently Bottomline: The iPhone 11 Pro Max is right now one of the best smartphones you can buy. It’s expensive, but for the money, you get the best display, the best cameras and the fastest processor on a smartphone. The latest iPhone is perfect for creative professionals, vloggers and people who stay connected all the time on the go. The new iPhone also lasts much longer and can even top up using a fast charger that comes bundled in the box. Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus Key Highlights: 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED display is HDR10+ certified and has one of the highest pixel counts Quad camera setup that includes wide, ultrawide and telephoto lenses and a ToF 3D camera Large 4300mAh battery with 45W fast charging support Bottomline: The Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ is perf

Xiaomi Redmi K20 Key Highlights: Pop-up 20MP selfie camera that lights up as it rises Bezel-less 6.39-inch AMOLED display with HDR certification 48MP triple rear camera including an ultrawide lens and a telephoto lens Bottomline: The Xiaomi Redmi K20 treads the line between a premium flagship and a mid-range smartphone. The phone has a striking gradient colour finish and sports an edge-to-edge bezel-less display thanks to a pop-up camera. Inside, the Snapdragon 730 chip with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage handles everything you throw at it with ease while the 48MP triple rear camera will keep you busy shooting photos. Realme XT Key Highlights: First smartphone in India to offer the 64MP camera in a quad camera setup Bright Super AMOLED display offers crisp visuals 4000mAh battery with 20W VOOC charge support Bottomline: The Realme XT is perfect for camera enthusiasts. With a wide variety of shooting modes thanks to a quad camera setup, which includes India’s first 64MP camera alo

Vivo will unveil the APEX 2020 concept phone today. Ahead of the launch, the company has rolled out several teasers hinting at key features. The teaser video shows that the phone will sport 120 degrees curved edges. Another teaser reveals that it will feature a gimbal camera. The concept phone is confirmed to have 60W fast charging support as well.  The phone will be announced at an event starting at 1:30 PM today.  As for the teaser on Weibo, it showcases Vivo APEX 2020’s curved edges. The phone also has slightly tapered corners for better protection. It is already confirmed to come with edges that curve at an angle of 120 degrees. Another poster teaser says the concept phone will have support for 60W ultra-fast flash charging technology. Moreover, the phone will sport a stable micro gimbal main camera at the back with a micro-PTZ lens to reduce the shake in videos. The primary camera will be of 48MP. Further, it will have a periscope telephoto lens that will offer 5x to 7.5X zoom.

Apple is tipped to release a new iPad accessory this year. According to a new report, an iPad keyboard with a built-in trackpad could be incoming. It is rumored to be released alongside the next version of iPad Pro later this year. The leak comes after Apple was reported to bring an updated Smart Keyboard with a scissor-switch design. It could be similar to the design we have on the 16-inch MacBook Pro.  The latest development comes from The Information. It claims that Apple could be readying a new iPad keyboard with a built-in trackpad. Apple markets the iPad as an alternative to Windows laptops. Hence, by adding a trackpad to the keyboard, the company would be able to make the iPad Pro a better substitute for laptops. The report says the new iPad Pro Smart Keyboard will be "made of materials similar" to the current Smart Keyboard options. Further, Foxconn is claimed to be one of the "main manufacturers" of the new Smart Keyboard.  The exact launch date of the ne

iPhone 11 Pro Max Key Highlights: 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display is the best on a smartphone Apple A13 Bionic SoC is the fastest processor on a smartphone Triple 12MP camera setup at the back takes good photos consistently Bottomline: The iPhone 11 Pro Max is right now one of the best smartphones you can buy. It’s expensive, but for the money, you get the best display, the best cameras and the fastest processor on a smartphone. The latest iPhone is perfect for creative professionals, vloggers and people who stay connected all the time on the go. The new iPhone also lasts much longer and can even top up using a fast charger that comes bundled in the box. Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus Key Highlights: 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED display is HDR10+ certified and has one of the highest pixel counts Quad camera setup that includes wide, ultrawide and telephoto lenses and a ToF 3D camera Large 4300mAh battery with 45W fast charging support Bottomline: The Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ is perf

Xiaomi Redmi K20 Key Highlights: Pop-up 20MP selfie camera that lights up as it rises Bezel-less 6.39-inch AMOLED display with HDR certification 48MP triple rear camera including an ultrawide lens and a telephoto lens Bottomline: The Xiaomi Redmi K20 treads the line between a premium flagship and a mid-range smartphone. The phone has a striking gradient colour finish and sports an edge-to-edge bezel-less display thanks to a pop-up camera. Inside, the Snapdragon 730 chip with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage handles everything you throw at it with ease while the 48MP triple rear camera will keep you busy shooting photos. Realme XT Key Highlights: First smartphone in India to offer the 64MP camera in a quad camera setup Bright Super AMOLED display offers crisp visuals 4000mAh battery with 20W VOOC charge support Bottomline: The Realme XT is perfect for camera enthusiasts. With a wide variety of shooting modes thanks to a quad camera setup, which includes India’s first 64MP camera alo