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  • Gmail Q&A: New AI Feature for iOS Users

    Gmail Q&A is an artificial intelligence (AI) feature. It lets users ask questions about their emails. The feature was first rolled out to the web version of the platform earlier this year. It was then added to the Android app in August, letting eligible users access the capability on the go. At the time, Google stated that the feature would soon be rolled out to iOS devices as well. On Thursday, the tech giant finally introduced Gmail Q&A to iPhone users with compatible iOS versions.

    The tech company announced the rollout of the Gmail Q&A feature to iOS devices on Thursday. It revealed that it is only available to Google Workspace users. These users must have signed into their account on the device. This is also the case on Android, where users will need an eligible subscription to use the feature.

    The Gmail Q&A feature is rolling out on iOS. It allows users to have a conversation with the Gemini-powered chatbot. Users gain insights into the emails in their inbox.

    Users can ask AI some specific questions about their emails. They can request to show unread messages. The AI can also show emails from a particular sender. It can summarise emails about a common topic. Additionally, users can seek vague details from a specific email. The feature can answer all of this while holding a friendly conversation.

  • Vivo V40 Lite 5G vs 4G: Key Differences Explained

    Vivo V40 Lite 5G and the Vivo V40 Lite 4G have been launched in Indonesia. The handsets share a similar design and some key specifications. The 5G option is powered by a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC, while the 4G variant carries a Snapdragon 685 chipset. Both phones are equipped with a dual rear camera unit and 32-megapixel selfie shooters. They come with IP64-rated builds for dust and splash resistance. Both handsets get 5,000mAh batteries with 80W fast charging support.

    Vivo V40 Lite 5G price in Indonesia is set at IDR 4,299,000 (roughly Rs. 23,700) for the 8GB + 256GB option. The official Vivo listing shows a 12GB + 512GB configuration but its price has not yet been confirmed.

    The Vivo V40 Lite 4G, on the other hand, starts at IDR 3,599,000 (roughly Rs. 19,900) for the 8GB + 128GB option, while the 8GB + 256GB variant is priced at IDR 3,699,000 (roughly Rs. 20,400). The phones are available for purchase in Indonesia via the official Vivo e-store.

  • Samsung Galaxy S24 FE Price and Features Leak

    Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is expected to launch soon as a successor to the Galaxy S23 FE, which was unveiled in October 2023. Previously, design leaks of the purported Fan Edition phone had surfaced online. Several key features of the smartphone including chipset and display have also been leaked. Meanwhile, a recent leak had suggested that the Galaxy S24 FE may launch at a higher price than the Galaxy S23 FE in European markets. Now, a new report claims that phone’s price will likely follow a similar trend in the US.

    Samsung Galaxy S24 FE may launch in the US with a higher price tag than the Galaxy S23 FE. A Smartprix report in collaboration with tipster Steve H.McFly (@OnLeaks) suggests that the anticipated Galaxy S24 FE will likely start in the US at $649 (roughly Rs. 54,200) for the 128GB option, while the 256GB variant will be listed at $709 (roughly Rs. 59,200). Notably, this is a $50 (roughly Rs. 4,200) jump over the Galaxy S23 FE launch price, which started at $599 (roughly Rs. 50,000).

  • Flipkart Big Billion Days 2024: Best Poco Smartphone Deals

    Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2024 will kickstart on September 27 for all shoppers. While the e-commerce company is teasing the sale prices of popular smartphones, Poco has revealed that several handsets with top-end specifications will be listed with discounted rates during the sale. Poco’s high-end smartphones, like Poco F6 5G and Poco X6 Pro 5G are confirmed to see price cuts during this year’s Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale. Further, there will be additional no-cost EMI options and exchange discounts.

    Poco has announced a ‘Mad Retail Price’ campaign as part of the Flipkart Big Billion Days sale. As part of the sale, the Xiaomi sub-brand will sell several handsets in its F, X, M, and C lineups with attractive discounts.

    During the sale, the Poco F6 5G will be available for Rs. 21,999, instead of Rs. 29,999. The Poco X6 Pro 5G can be grabbed in the upcoming sale by paying a starting price of Rs. 18,999, down from the launch price of Rs. 26,999.

  • Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 (2024) Review: Specs & Pricing

    Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 (2024) and Huawei MatePad 12 X have been launched in select global markets, a month after the tablets were unveiled in China. The MatePad 12X sports a 12-inch LCD screen and packs a 10,100mAh battery with support for 66W wired fast charging, while the Pro model is equipped with a 12.2-inch OLED display and features a dual-cell batter with a faster charging rate. Both tablets are equipped with a 13-megapixel rear camera and an 8-megapixel front-facing camera.

    Huawei, MatePad Pro 12.2 (2024) price is set at GBP 699.99 (roughly Rs. 77,800) for the model with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, while the company will also sell a 512GB storage variant priced at GBP 799.99 (roughly Rs. 88,900). It will be sold in Black (Standard) and Gold (PaperMatte) colorways — the latter has a display that is claimed to provide a paper-like experience while writing.

    Pricing for the Huawei MatePad 12 X starts at GBP 549.99 (roughly Rs. 61,100) for the 12GB + 256GB option. Shipping will start in the UK from September 27. It is offered in the country in Greenery and White colorways. The tablet is available in a third Sakura Pink colorway that is listed on the global website.

  • Honor 200 Lite 5G: Specs, Price, and Launch Details

    Honor 200 Lite 5G was launched in India on Thursday. The handset is equipped with a 108-megapixel triple rear camera unit and a 50-megapixel selfie shooter. It comes with a MediaTek Dimensity 6080 chipset and a 4,500mAh battery. You also get a 35W wired fast charger in-the-box. The phone runs on Android 14-based MagicOS 8.0 which offers several AI features that are claimed to enhance the user experience. The smartphone joins the Honor 200 5G and Honor 200 Pro 5G handsets in India, that were unveiled in July.

    Honor 200 Lite 5G price in India is set at Rs. 17,999 for the sole 8GB + 256GB option. The phone will be available for purchase in the country starting 12am IST on September 27 via Amazon, the Explore Honor website, and select mainline stores. The company announced that SBI customers can avail of a Rs. 2,000 instant discount during the purchase of the Honor 200 Lite 5G, bringing the effective price down to Rs. 15,999. Honor is also offering Amazon Prime members 24-hour early access to buy the phone as part of the Amazon Great Indian Festival 2024 starting from 12am IST on September 26.

  • iOS 18 Update: New Features and Eligible Devices

    iOS 18 was rolled out globally, including in India, by Apple on Monday. The new update for the iPhone was first previewed at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 in June, and in subsequent weeks, several developer and public beta updates were released. It is now available to download for iPhone users in India and brings system-wide enhancements, including new ways to customise home and lock screens, revamped apps, and more. Apple will be bringing features using Apple Intelligence – the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) suite, to supported iPhone models next month.

    • iOS 18 Update: How to Download
    • Open Settings on your iPhone
    • Navigate to the General tab to find the Software Update option
    • The iPhone will automatically check for any pending updates
    • Tap on the Download & Install option, read the terms and conditions and agree to them
    • iOS 18 will then be downloaded and installed on your iPhone

    iOS 18 Update: Eligible Devices

    The full list of devices includes:

    • iPhone 16 Series
    • iPhone 15 Series
    • iPhone 14 Series
    • iPhone SE (2022)
    • iPhone 13 Series
    • iPhone 12 Series
    • iPhone 11 Series
    • iPhone XS Max
    • iPhone XS
    • iPhone XR
    • iPhone SE (2020)

  • Motorola Edge 50 Neo: Features, Price, and Availability in India

    Motorola Edge 50 Neo was launched in India on Monday. The smartphone made its global debut in August, boasting features such as a 50-megapixel Sony LYTIA-700C camera sensor, a 3X telephoto camera, MIL-STD-810 Military Grade certification, and Moto AI – the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) suite. It also gets IP68 certification against dust and water ingress and 5 years of assured operating system (OS) upgrades. It joins the Moto Edge 50, Edge 50 Fusion, and Edge 50 Ultra in the company’s flagship smartphone lineup.

    Price in India starts at Rs. 23,999. It is available in a single 8GB RAM + 256GB storage configuration. The handset will be available for purchase during a Motorola live commerce sale for one hour on September 16 starting at 7 pm on Flipkart. Its open sale will commence on September 24 at 12 pm on the official Motorola India website, Flipkart and other leading retail stores.

    It is available in four Pantone-certified colorways: Nautical Blue, Poinciana, Lattè, and Grisaille – all with a vegan leather finish back.

  • OnePlus Open Apex Edition: Upgraded RAM and Storage, New Crimson Shadow Colorway

    OnePlus Open Apex Edition will launch in India and globally on August 7, the company announced on Thursday. With its debut, OnePlus will introduce a new colourway for the smartphone. However, the changes may not be just cosmetic, with a listing on the official website suggesting this new edition could also get upgrades in terms of RAM and storage. Notably, OnePlus Open was introduced in India in October 2023 in a single 16GB RAM+512GB storage configuration.

    The OnePlus Open Apex Edition will come in a new colorway called Crimson Shadow. As the name suggests, it may be a shade of crimson in the vegan leather style. The company says this colorway is inspired by its signature “Never Settle” red. This new option is expected to join the existing colorways of the OnePlus Open, which are Emerald Dusk and Voyager Black.

  • COD: Mordern Warfare

    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is coming to Game Pass, Microsoft announced Tuesday. The first-person shooter title will be available on Game Pass for Console, PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate starting today, July 24. The announcement confirms recent reports that claimed Modern Warfare 3 would be making its way to the game subscription service this month.

    Released in November last year, Modern Warfare 3 will become the first Call of Duty title to join Xbox Game Pass. The most recent COD title will be playable on the service before the next instalment in the franchise, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, arrives on Game Pass Day one when it launches October 25.

    The announcement comes days after Microsoft said it was raising the pricing for Xbox Game Pass and introducing a new ‘Standard’ tier of the subscription service that will not include new games on the day of launch. The price hike precedes popular Call of Duty games hitting the service for the first time. Crucially, the Black Ops 6 will become the first COD title to be available on Game Pass day one.