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Microsoft Xbox app launched on Amazon Fire TV devices: Everything you need to know

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You will now be able to play Xbox games on Amazon Fire TV stick.

Microsoft just announced that it is bringing the Xbox app to Amazon Fire TV devices. The app will release sometime in July giving Fire TV 4K Max (2023) and Fire TV Stick 4K (2023) owners access to Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta).

Once the Xbox app is released, Fire device owners will require a Xbox Game Pass Ultimate along with a Bluetooth-enabled controller, to access the service and play games. Microsoft in its announcement blog post mentioned that the Fire device users will be able to gain access to over 100 games, which will include the latest Xbox titles like Forza Horizon 5, Halo Infinite and more. The Game Pass Ultimate required for this will also work on PCs, Xbox and smartphones.

This new partnership does come as a surprise as Amazon also runs a cloud gaming service, called Luna. Bringing in the Xbox app onto its devices, does make us question the future of Luna. However, in a statement, the company has said that the partnership with Microsoft is "an extension of Amazon’s commitment to bringing the best entertainment experiences to our customers, including top-tier cloud gaming options."

Back in February, the company’s gaming chief, Phil Spencer said "I don't think we're doing a good enough job finding new players." Adding the Fire TV devices seems to be another victory for Microsoft, as the company is looking to expand its precense in the gaming market.

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This is not the first time Xbox is targetting TVs directly. To recall, back in 2022, Microsoft had partnered with Samsung to have the Xbox cloud gaming platform available on its smart TVs.

Realme Narzo N55 new colourway revealed, will come with 33W charging support

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Amazon India has also revealed that the device will charge up to 50 percent in 29 minutes. (Image: Amazon)

Realme will launch its Narzo N55 smartphone on April 12. The company has been teasing the device with the tagline the "Next-Gen Fast Charging Leader." However, the company has been extremely secretive about the charging capacity of the smartphone. Now thanks to Amazon India, we know that the Realme Narzo N55 will support 33W SuperVOOC charging.

Apart from the charging capacity, Amazon India has also revealed that the device will charge up to 50 percent in 29 minutes. We still are unclear about the battery capacity.

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In the teaser image we could see the device sporting two cameras at the back. (Image: Realme)

To recall, Realme earlier yesterday released a teaser image showing the Narzo N55 in its Prime Blue colour option. In the teaser image we could see the device sporting two cameras at the back, and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner on the right edge of the device.

Also Read: OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite could be rebranded as Nord N30 for the US market

Now, the company has released another teaser for the device but this time in a black colour option. But Realme has not revealed the colourway's marketing name.

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We also expect a few leaks to also come before the launch. (Image: Realme)

The official launch is still a few days ahead, and we expect the company to reveal more about the device in the coming days. We also expect a few leaks to also come before the launch.

Motorola Moto G Power 5G with MediaTek Dimensity 930 SoC launched in the US

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Moto G Power 5G sports a 6.5-inch full HD+ IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate. (Image: Motorola)

Motorola just launched its latest Moto G Power 5G smartphone in the US. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 930 chipset paired with 6GB RAM and 256GB internal storage. The device will compete against the OnePlus Nord N20 5G, Samsung Galaxy A23 5G, TCL 20S, Nokia G50, and more in the US market.

Moto G Power 5G: Price

Moto G Power 5G is priced at $300 (approximately Rs 25,000; AU$ 450) for the sole 6GB RAM/256GB storage variant. The device will be made available in Black and White colour options. It will go on sale starting April 13 via the company's official website, Amazon and Best Buy. It will also be made available via Metro by T-Mobile, Spectrum Mobile and Xfinity Wireless later this year. The company has not revealed any details about the global availability of the smartphone.

Moto G Power 5G: Specifications

The smartphone sports a 6.5-inch full HD+ IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 930 chipset paired with 6GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage expandable via a microSD card. The device also comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack.

It runs Google's Android 13 operating system with the company's own MyUX skin on top. All of this is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 15W charging. However, the retail box will consist of a 10W charging brick only. So to utilise the charging capabilities to their full capacity, you will have to purchase an additional 15W charger along with the smartphone.

Also Read: OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite could be rebranded as Nord N30 for the US market

Coming to the cameras, the device sports a triple camera array at the back, consisting of a 50-megapixel primary sensor paired with a 2-megapixel macro lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. At the front, it features a 16-megapixel sensor for capturing selfies.

OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite could be rebranded as Nord N30 for the US market

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OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite sports a 6.72-inch full HD+ LCD display. (Image: OnePlus)

OnePlus recently launched its Nord CE 3 Lite smartphone in India. It is a very compelling mid-ranger with a 108-megapixel primary camera, a 5,000mAh battery and 67W fast charging support starting at Rs 19,999 (approximately $250; AU$ 365). Since then, the company has not revealed any plans about launching the device in other countries. However, a user on the OnePlus forums has uncovered something that hints the company could rebrand the device and launch it in the US market.

The user suggests that the device could be rebranded as the OnePlus Nord N30 and launched in the US market. If true, then this would make it the successor to the Nord N20, which was launched in the US last year. Compared side by side, the Nord CE 3 Lite features a 120Hz refresh rate and has a higher resolution main camera, but loses on the AMOLED display and the under-display fingerprint sensor.

The OnePlus forums user found this out while checking the archive containing the software build features files. Inside of there, he was looking at the properties of the Nord CE 3 Lite, which included the project ID. He then saw that the same project ID was listed for the Nord N30 for the US market. Moreover, it also had a listing confirming that the phone will be made available in the US market unlocked by OnePlus and in contract with T-Mobile also. There is also an FCC ID for the Nord N30 hidden in the software.

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The phone will be made available in the US market unlocked by OnePlus and in contract with T-Mobile also. (Image: OnePlus forums)

OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite: Price

OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G is priced at Rs 19,999 (approximately $250; AU$ 365) for the base 8GB RAM/128GB storage variant. The 8GB RAM/256GB storage variant is priced at Rs 21,999 (approximately $270; AU$ 400).

Also Read: Sony finally working on PS Vita successor, suggests report

The device has been launched in Pastel Lime and Chromatic Gray colour options and will be made available in the Indian market starting April 11.

OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite: Specifications

OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite sports a 6.72-inch full HD+ LCD display with a resolution of 2400x1080 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset paired with the Adreno 619 GPU. The device comes with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and up to 256GB UFS 2.2 storage expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card.

Also Read: Realme GT Neo 5 SE with Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 launched in India

For security, it comes with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and facial recognition support. It runs Google's Android 13 operating system with the company's own OxygenOS 13.1 skin on top. All of this is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 67W SuperVOOC wired charging.

Coming to the cameras, the device features a triple camera setup at the back consisting of a 108-megapixel Samsung HM6 primary sensor with EIS support. The supplementary shooters include a 2-megapixel macro lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. At the front, it sports a 16-megapixel sensor for capturing selfies.

Apple could revamp its Control Center feature with iOS 17: Report

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Apple is reportedly going to revamp its Control Center feature with iOS 17.

Apple will showcase its upcoming iOS 17 operating system on June 5 at its annual Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC). According to a MacRumors forum member, iOS 17 will focus on performance and stability improvements. However, it could significantly change the main user interface (UI).

The same leakster last year managed to leak accurate details about the Dynamic Island before the company announced it for the iPhone 14 Pro lineup. Now, he claims the company is looking to revamp the Control Center. If the report is true, then this will be the first time Apple has revamped the feature ever since its debut with iOS 7 around 10 years ago. The feature did get its latest look with iOS 11.

Unfortunately, the leakster did not provide any details about the revamp. However, we do expect that Apple will make the Control Center more customisable and revamp the menu's design.

While the leakster has had a record of accurately predicting Apple's new features, it is still yet to be seen if the company will go through it or not. As it is a software feature, the company could look to push the feature to the next release or altogether drop it.

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Control Center is a feature, which allows iPhone users quickly access controls like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, brightness, volume, and other system functions.

Apple is expected to announce iOS 17 during its WWDC 2023 keynote, and is expected to release the first beta version of the updated operating system for the developers later that date.

Sony finally working on PS Vita successor, suggests report

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Sony is currently QA testing a new handheld gaming console, dubbed PlayStation Q Lite. (Representational Image: Sony PS Vita)

Sony is reportedly looking to get back into the handheld console market. To recall, the company dominated the segment at a point with is PSP, after which it launched its PS Vita, which was decently popular. However, after that it was complete silence from Sony's side in that domain, letting Nintendo be the king of the segment with its Switch.

According to a new report by Insider Gaming, Sony is currently QA testing a new handheld gaming console, dubbed PlayStation Q Lite. The device has been described like a PlayStation 5 DualSense controller with an addition of an 8-inch LCD display in the middle. The report further mentions that the device will only work with Sony’s PlayStation Remote Play.

The handheld device is said to be able to stream PS5 games, but does not have the ability to play its own games without an internet connection. We also do not know if the said device will be able to utilise other cloud-based gaming platforms or not.

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If just an extension for the PS5, then the PlayStation Q Lite could be similar to the Wii U Gamepad, which connected to the Nintendo Wii U via a modified low-latency Wi-Fi protocol. The Wii U Gamepad, allowed player to play their Wii U games on the smaller screen till they were on the same network as the console.

According to the report, the PlayStation Q Lite comes with adaptive triggers, speakers, volume buttons and a 3.5mm audio jack. It will sport an 8-inch LCD display with a 1080p resolution at 60fps. The company is expected to launch its new handheld device, after it launches its PS5 with a detachable disc drive and before the PlayStation 5 Pro.

Amazon wants to help Generative AI startups, participants to receive up to $300,000

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AWS Generative AI Accelerator Program is open for applications (Representational Image)

If you have a start-up idea in Generative Artificial Intelligence, Amazon is ready to support you. Amazon has just launched a 10-week AWS Generative AI Accelerator program. Under the program, the tech giant will support start-ups from across the globe.

The participants will receive $200,000 in AWS promotional credits, and may receive up to $100,000 in AWS Activate credits. Upon completion of the 10-week program, the participants will also get the opportunity to pitch their idea to the Generative AI community - including investors, press, and customers. The candidates will also get access to a dedicated business, and technical mentors based on industry vertical and technology stack.

How to Apply for Amazon AWS Generative AI Accelerator?

The application process is open. Interested candidates can start applying at aws-startup-lofts.com. The application process began on April 4 and will conclude on April 17. The applications will be shortlisted based on factors including target market, founder-market fit, depth of machine learning native product integrations, and team composition, reveals AWS Startup Loft.

The selected cohort will be announced on May 24 during an event in SF Bay Area. The program will run from May 24 to July 27.

How will Cohort be Selected?

If shortlisted, applicants will get an interview with the accelerator team. The startup's CEO, CTO, and/or co-founders will get a 30-minute meeting with the selection team. In the meeting, the applicant will have to make a 10-minute pitch presentation. The remaining 20 minutes will be a question-and-answer round. Additionally, at any time during the application period, the AWS accelerator team can reach out to the startups and ask clarifying questions or get more details about the business.

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"The mission of the program is to help early-stage Generative AI companies build community and technical skills, drive machine learning performance, and raise awareness for their company. You will get access to bleeding edge AI models, go-to-market strategy tailored to Generative AI, machine learning stack optimization, and networking with industry influencers," stated AWS Startup Loft on its official website.

What will Happen During AWS Generative AI Accelerator Program?

The Amazon AWS Generative AI Accelerator is designed for seed and pre-seed Generative AI startups with a solution already built and underway.

This is a hybrid program. The first and last weeks of the program will be in-person events, while weeks 2 through 9 will be virtual.

Also Read: Realme TechLife is now Narzo. What happens to Dizo?

In the first week, participants will hear from AWS leaders and Generative AI foundational model companies. The event will take place in the San Francisco Bay Area in the United States of America. Candidates will also have to set goals for the accelerator with their AWS mentors, and network with their cohort during the first week itself.

In this final week, participants will have the opportunity to network with potential investors and customers. During the weeks in between, participants will convene virtually for a variety of curated learning topics. The program will also consist of weekly mentor check-ins and one-on-one expert guidance discussions.

Realme TechLife is now Narzo. What happens to Dizo?

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The company has also asked its AIoT followers to follow it on its main Twitter handle, @realmeIndia. (Image: Realme)

Realme back in 2021 launched its TechLife ecosystem, under which it has launched a number of spin-off brands and products. The TechLife sub-brand was focused on AIoT devices. However, as TechLife announced its first sub-brand called Dizo, it slowly moved away from AIoT products. Now, realising the fact, Realme is running a rebranding campaign changing TechLife to Narzo.

The company has also asked its AIoT followers to follow it on its main Twitter handle, @realmeIndia. This hints that the company going forward would only launch its AIoT products under its main banner.

This leaves the fate of Dizo up in the air, which used to produce wireless earphones and smartwatches. Apart from these, the sub-brands portfolio also included feature phones, hairdryers, and trimmers.

Now with TechLife becoming Narzo, which is a sub-brand that produces smartphones. It will be interesting to see if Dizo is absorbed by Realme or Narzo or it would be left on the side to do its own thing.

Also Read: Twitter logo changed to Shiba Inu, sends Dogecoin flying

Taking a look at Dizo's official website, it continues to showcase "Smart Entertainment," "Smart Home," "Smart Care," and "Accessories" product categories.

In other news, Realme recently started teasing a new Narzo smartphone. However, it has not revealed much about the upcoming smartphone. We do expect the company to divulge more details in the coming days.

Twitter logo changed to Shiba Inu, sends Dogecoin flying

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As a response to the action, the official Dogecoin account tweeted "Very currency. Wow. Much Coin. How Money. So Crypto." (Image: Beetel Bite)

Twitter's iconic bird has been replaced by Shiba Inu as a nod to Dogecoin. This change comes just after Elon Musk has requested a dismissal of his $258B Dogecoin lawsuit.

Musk announced the change on Monday afternoon in a tweet, marking an year-old conversation saying that as promised he has changed the logo of the platform. However, we do not know if this change is permanent or temporary.

As a response to the action, the official Dogecoin account tweeted "Very currency. Wow. Much Coin. How Money. So Crypto."

Musk decided to act on the logo change just two days after he requested a judge to throw out a $258 billion racketeering lawsuit accusing him of running a pyramid scheme to support Dogecoin. Musk's lawyers claimed that the lawsuit by Dogecoin investors is a "fanciful work of fiction" over the billionaire's "innocuous and often silly tweets."

Back in December 2013, a pair of software engineers created Dogecoin as a joke. Since then, Dogecoin has managed to become the eighth-most valuable cryptocurrency, with a market cap of over $13 billion, according to CoinMarketCap.com. The name of the cryptocurrency was based on the popular Doge meme from a decade ago.

After Shiba Inu was made the logo for the social media platform, Dogecoin jumped over 20 percent (about $0.09).

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Realme GT Neo 5 SE with Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 launched in India

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Realme GT Neo 5 SE sports a 6.74-inch AMOLED display with a 2772x1240 pixel resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. (Image: Realme)

Realme just launched its latest GT Neo 5 SE smartphone in China. The device is pretty similar to the GT Neo5 in terms of specifications, apart from three major differences in the chipset, camera and battery departments.

Realme GT Neo 5 SE: Price

Realme GT Neo 5 SE is priced at Yuan 2,099 (approximately Rs 25,000; AU$ 450) for the base 8GB RAM/256GB internal storage variant. The top 16GB RAM/1TB storage variant is priced at Yuan 2,799 (approximately Rs 33,500; AU$ 600). The device will be made available in China on April 10 in Blue and Black colour options. The device will be made available via the company's official website, Flipkart and offline stores.

Realme GT Neo 5 SE: Specifications

Realme GT Neo 5 SE sports a 6.74-inch AMOLED display with a 2772x1240 pixel resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 SoC paired with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage.

It runs Google's Android 13 operating system with the company's own Realme UI 4.0 skin on top. All of this is backed by a 5,500mAh battery with support for 100W fast charging.

Also Read: Meizu 20, Meizu 20 Pro, Meizu 20 Infinity with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset launched

Coming to the camera department, the device features a triple camera setup consisting of a 64-megapixel primary sensor paired with an 8-megapixel ultrawide angle sensor and a 2-megapixel microscope lens. At the front, the device comes with a 16-megapixel sensor located inside a hole-punch to take selfies.

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