Tencent Games has rolled out its next update PUBG Mobile 0.15 on October 16. In this update, there are special items packed for Halloween. This 'Halloweek' update comes with features like new Payload Mode, new weapons and much more items inside the game.
PUBG Mobile users should update to the latest version before October 22 to get the Parachute Trail and 2,000 BP. The PUBG Mobile users of Android and ios can go directly to the Play Store and the App Store and update the all-new PUBG Mobile 0.15 and claim the rewards.
The Zombie Mode in PUBG Mobile now has a new Halloween themed update and this mode will have a modified skybox, colours and background objects. This Halloween mode has many other changes in the game comparing to the older version of the game mode.
The all-new Payload mode in the PUBG Mobile 0.15 which has features like a Recall system, new weapons and helicopters. The new weapons include are RPG-7, M3E1-A, M79 Grenade Launcher and M134 Minigun which is available in the 'Payload mode'. And the Recall system is about the players now can pick up dead team members’ ID cards and revive them at the Communication Tower.
There are more new features added in the game like the Ledge grab and graffiti. This feature lets the player to ledge grab and climb between buildings and containers also jump mid-air. And the players can now leave graffiti on any objects in the battlefield.
Additionally, in this update, the fuel drums can explode and bring damage to the players who are nearby to it. And the PUBG Mobile 0.15 update gets a new vehicle named as ‘BDRM-2, the special feature about this vehicle is it's bulletproof and it can be used both in the seaways also the roadways
The interesting part of this update is about the new pistol launched which is called 'Desert Eagle' and it is said to have the highest damage and the muzzle velocity of all pistols. This new pistol is now available in all the four maps in the game. Desert Eagle can be attached with Mira Red Dot, Holographic Sight, magazines and Laser Sight.
Xiaomi India has just launched two new smartphones, the Redmi Note 8 and the Redmi Note 8 Pro. While the latter gets all the bells and whistles, the former cuts down on a few things in order to achieve the lower price tag. Even though both devices run on MIUI 10 powered by Android 9, here's how your experience is going to be different.
Redmi Note 8 Specifications
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 processor coupled with the Adreno 610 GPU. It features a 6.3-inch fullHD+ IPS LCD display. The dual-SIM handset packs in up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. It runs on MIUI 10 backed by Google's Android 9 Pie operating system. All of this is backed by a 4,000mAh battery, which also supports 18W fast charging.
On the optics front, there is a quad-camera setup at the back consisting of a 48-megapixel primary, 8-megapixel ultra-wide, 2-megapixel depth sensor and a 2-megapixel macro lens.
Redmi Note 8 First Impressions
Redmi Note 8 gets an "S" pattern on the Neptune Blue colour variant.
As soon as I picked up the Redmi Note 8, it felt like most mid-range smartphones of 2019 from the back. However, where most smartphones look the same, the Redmi Note 8 stood out. The company has given a blue effect on the bezels making the phone look attractive even when the screen is off. This is a design feature that not many people will appreciate but it does help the phone to stand out of the crowd.
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 comes in three colour variants, Neptune Blue, Space Black and Moonlight White. I personally liked the Moonlight White colour variant as it was looking quite premium over the other variants. Also, the quad-camera array helps the phone stand out in its segment.
The blue borders up front make the phone look unique.
I even spent time with the phone's software but it currently feels quite similar to other Xiaomi devices. However, the company has promised that it will soon roll out the MIUI 11 update, which will bring significant changes over the MIUI 10.
Overall, the Redmi Note 8 brings a significant upgrade over the Redmi Note 7 in terms of design and cameras. However, we will need to test out the phone in order to have a better idea of its performance.
Redmi Note 8 Pro Specifications
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro sports a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2340x1080 pixels. The smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Helio G90T processor. It packs in up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage, which is further expandable using a microSD card. Under the hood, there is a 4,500mAh battery powering everything.
It uses a technology called Chip-on-Film for a sleeker chin.
In terms of optics, the smartphone sports a quad-camera setup at the back consisting of a 64-megapixel primary, 8-megapixel ultra-wide, 2-megapixel depth sensor and a 2-megapixel macro lens. Upfront, there is a 20-megapixel selfie shooter.
Out of the two smartphones, it was the Redmi Note 8 Pro that heard the loudest of the cheers when it was launched. The smartphone brings a lot of unique features to the table. One of my favourite things has to be the new HDR display, which is a segment-first. It is also equipped with a 64-megapixel quad-camera array, which the company promises can beat the Realme XT. However, we will need to test that out thoroughly once we get our hands on a review unit.
It looks quite similar to the Redmi K20.
As for the design, it is quite inspired by the recently launched flagship, Redmi K20 and K20 Pro. The mid-range smartphone looks quite premium with the new design and I personally liked the white colour variant.
There are two major highlights of the Redmi Note 8 Pro, the processor and the quad-camera setup, both of which have to be tested out in the real world before we can give our verdict.
Asus recently unveiled their dual-screen laptop, the ZenBook Duo. The company is now finally bringing this creator-focused machine to India. Priced at Rs. 89,990, the laptop might feel quite costly at first but it not only brings tons of exciting features but also offers a premium build and design.
Asus ZenBook Duo Specifications
The all-new Asus ZenBook Duo features a 14-inch fullHD LED-backlit display. It is powered by 10th generation Intel Core i7 or the Intel Core i5 processor. The device comes with up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB PCIe SSD. For graphics, the laptop comes with the Nvidia MX250 graphics card with 2GB of GDDR5 VRAM. All of this is backed by a 70Wh battery, which can be charged using the 65W charger included in the box.
As for connectivity, the Asus ZenBook Duo comes with a USB 3.1 Type-C port, two USB 3.1 Type-A ports, an HDMI port, headphone jack and a microSD card reader. The laptop comes with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 for wireless connectivity.
Asus ZenBook Pro Duo Specifications
As the name suggests, the ZenBook Pro Duo is focused towards the professional users and hence comes with more powerful specifications. The device is powered by an Intel Core i7 or Core i9 processor. It packs in up to 32GB of RAM and 1TB of PCIe fast SSD storage. Under the hood, there is a 71Wh battery powering up the show. Asus has also bundled a fast 230W charger right inside the box for fast charging capabilities.
In order to offer a comfortable and professional experience, the company has included a discrete palm rest, a detachable laptop stand and the ASUS Pen right inside the box.
On the connectivity front, the ZenBook Pro Duo gets a Thunderbolt 3 port, two USB 3.1 Type-A ports, an HDMI 2.0 port and a headphone jack. The laptop comes with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 for wireless connectivity.
Anker Soundcore review: Anker Soundcore is a Bluetooth speaker you should not refrain from buying. That is the end of my review.
But, making a purchase decision is not as simple as the line I wrote above. So here I will be elaborating on why is that the case, and why you should seriously consider purchasing the Anker Soundcore. However, if you really don't have that much of time to read through the full review, the above line still stands, just purchase it and you will be happy that you did.
Anker Soundcore review: Design and Build
In the design department, Anker has gone with providing users with a minimalist look for its Soundcore speaker. The speaker looks simple and elegant with soft feel plastic surrounding it. The front consists of a metal grille, which has the name Anker imprinted on it, which I found a bit too much.
The control buttons are located on the top with two LED light indicators. The speaker feels durable and quite solid in hand. It feels as if it can easily take a few drops without being damaged.
Anker Soundcore review: Audio Quality
Why would one purchase a Bluetooth speaker? To listen to music right. And this is where Anker Soundcore performs its best. I used Gaana to play my playlist on it in 'Extreme' quality in its wireless mode, I have to say that I was impressed with its sound quality at the price.
The buttons are soft to the touch.
The lows were extremely clean and did not sound muddled like some speakers of this size do. The bass in lows was extremely clean and did not feel fake at all. Mids were nice and smooth, is a thing that I am being able to say in a long time when it comes to speakers of this size and dimension.
Coming to the highs, the Soundcore did have a little harshness at full volume on songs with a lot of noise, but other songs were alright without any issues.
Anker Soundcore review: Connectivity
Connectivity is a point where I felt that the Anker Soundcore fell a bit short, even though it was better than what most other players have to offer in the same price range. The speaker has a range of 60 feet, however, after around 40 feet of proximity it does start to stutter. The Aux cable port is multi-threaded, which is a good thing considering it is able to take more data from the connected device and provide a better sound experience.
The battery is another area where the Soundcore is able to shine. I was able to get around a week of battery backup with 4 hours of approximate listening time daily. There was a point during my usage, where I started to wonder if I would be able to kill the speaker or not.
Anker Soundcore review: Verdict
Anker Soundcore is hands down one of the best Bluetooth speakers you can get at this price point. Even though it looks small and extremely portable, it is extremely powerful and can put most other Bluetooth speakers around this price point to shame. If you are currently looking to purchase a good quality speaker that would not break the bank, this is the one I recommend you should get.
The Daydream app will still continue to be listed on Google's Play Store and Apple's App Store for existing customers.
Google has discontinued its Daydream project. The company yesterday announced that its Pixel 4 devices do not come with Daydream support. It also discontinued its Daydream View VR headset. Instead of Virtual Reality (VR), the company will from now on diverting all of its focus on Augmented Reality (AR).
The Daydream app will still continue to be listed on Google's Play Store and Apple's App Store for existing customers. The company has even removed the Daydream VR headset from its own store. Daydream VR ecosystem was launched back in 2016.
A Google spokesperson told Engadget, "While we are no longer selling Daydream View or supporting Daydream on Pixel 4, the Daydream app and store will remain available for existing users."
He also stated that adoption was the first reason behind the discontinuation of the platform. The other reason as to why the product has been discontinued is that there are clear limitations constraining smartphone VR from being a viable long-term solution.
To recall, Google Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL, which were launched earlier this year also don't support Daydream. Google will now be investing heavily in Google Lens, AR walking navigation in Maps and AR in Search.
Google was also seeing a decline in the userbase of Daydream, which is another reason as to why the product wasn't able to sustain itself.
Redmi Note 8 Pro looks quite premium in the Halo White colour variant.
Xiaomi India has finally launched the much-anticipated Redmi Note 8 Pro smartphone. With competitors like Realme in the play, the company had to level up their mid-range smartphone game. Redmi Note 8 Pro now comes with a gaming-focused processor and a 64-megapixel camera at the back.
Redmi Note 8 Pro
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro sports a 6.53-inch fullHD+ IPS LCD display with support for HDR. The mid-range device is powered by the MediaTek Helio G90T processor coupled with up to 6GB of RAM. For storage, it comes with up to 128GB of onboard storage. All of this is backed by a 4,500mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging.
It also comes with IP52 dust and water resistance.
Redmi Note 8 Pro is the first smartphone in the segment to get the IP52 dust and water resistance. It also gets Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on the front as well as on the back. Xiaomi has also managed to achieve a screen to body ratio of 91.4 per cent with the help of Chip-on-Film technology. Since the phone comes with a gaming-centric chipset, the company has also added Liquid Cooling technology.
As for the optics, the Redmi Note 8 Pro features a quad-camera setup at the back consisting of a 64-megapixel primary sensor, 8-megapixel wide-angle lens, 2-megapixel ultra-macro lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The primary sensor also gets the latest ISOCELL Plus technology which allows the sensor to get more light. Upfront, there is a 20-megapixel selfie shooter with f/2.0 aperture.
Just like every year, the company has launched two new smartphones in the Redmi Note series. The Redmi Note 8 is slightly cheaper than the Redmi Note 8 Pro and in order to achieve that price tag, Xiaomi had to cut down on a few things inside. The Redmi Note 8 comes with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 processor coupled with Adreno 610 GPU.
Redmi Note 8 comes in four colour variants.
The smartphone sports a 6.3-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2340x1080 pixels. The dual-SIM handset packs in 4GB or 6GB of RAM paired with 64GB and 128GB onboard storage respectively. It runs on Google's Android 9 Pie operating system with MIUI 10 layered on top of it. Under the hood, there is a 4,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging.
In terms of the optics, the Redmi Note 8 comes with a quad-camera setup at the back consisting of a 48-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera, 2-megapixel macro lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. Upfront, there is a
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro comes with two variants. While both of them feature 6GB of RAM, the storage options include 64GB and 128GB. The smartphone is priced at Rs. 14,999 for the 64GB variant and the 128GB variant comes with a price tag of Rs. 15,999. There is also an 8GB+128GB variant priced at Rs. 17,999. It is available in three colour variants, Gamma Green, Halo White and Shadow Black.
As for the Redmi Note 8, it is priced at Rs. 9,999 and Rs. 12,999 for the 64GB and 128GB variants respectively. It will be available in Neptune Blue, Moonlight White, Cosmic Purple and the Space Black colour variants.
Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8 Pro will be available starting October 21 at 12 Noon via Mi.com, Amazon.in and Mi Home stores. As for the launch offer, the company has collaborated with Airtel to offer double the data with Rs. 149 unlimited pack.
There are various online PDF to Word Converters that you can consider. For your convenience, we’ve gathered a list of top Online PDF to Word converters.
PDF or in other words, Portable Document Format is the most popular and common file formats use across various industries because of its unified formatting across platforms. Due to its efficiency, small size and compatibility, people love to use this format. But when it comes to editing, it has some limitations and restricts its usage. However, as compared to other application software like ‘.doc’ or ‘.docx,’ PDF offers very less scope for editing. So the only option that left is converted PDF to word format. You must be curious about how it can be done? Well, it’s simple!
There are various online PDF to Word Converters that you can consider. For your convenience, we’ve gathered a list of top Online PDF to Word converters.
Onlineconvertfree
If you are looking for a free online converter to convert pdf to word format, then Onlineconvertfree is here for you. You can upload 20 files at a time, and download all in a zip achieve format. The best thing is the website’s super easy to interact interface, which can be accessed on mobile devices as well.
What makes it best?
You can upload bulk files and download.
It offers fast conversion.
Supportable across various compatible devices.
Small PDF
Here comes all-rounder— Small PDF converter. It’s a superb web-based app present almost 16 different pdf tools with advanced functionalities, including pdf convert, unlocker, splitter, etc. You can operate it across various platforms like Windows, Linux, Mac, etc. Additionally, it offers superb security as it uses 256-bit SSL encryption.
With its Pro Subscription at $48 annually, you can unlock various advanced features like digital signatures, no ads, offline tools, etc.
What makes it different?
You can convert unlimited files.
Integrated with Dropbox.
Use 256-bit SSL encryption for protection.
Zamzar
Use Zamzar online pdf converter to change pdf to word and other formats. Yes, it supports more than 1200 different conversions, including audio, video, eBook converter, etc. The interface is super-easy to operate. The processing capacity of it is up to 50 MB. You need to provide an email address for downloading the changed files.
What makes it different?
It’s super easy to use.
Completely free website application for users.
Batching processing is also supported.
Online2PDF
Here comes another simple conversion tool which allows you to choose various formats, including merge files, extract pages, and compress pdfs, etc, called Online2PDF. It has introduced an advanced OCR feature which allows you to scan pdf document using OCR technology. A user can create covert 100 pages, and the maximum file size is up to 50 MB. However, it takes a bit more time as compared to other tools.
What makes it different?
It allows batch conversion of files.
Encrypted is available to protect files.
Foxy Utils
It’s famous for batch processing, but this feature is not available in the free version. If you have larger files, then you’ve to pay for the conversion. It’s available for Windows, Linux, and Mac OS. It’s OCR and scanning process is only for the premium version.
What makes it different?
It can convert multiple files.
The conversion speed is super-fast.
You can choose a file from Google drive or dropbox.
Super-interactive interface, and effortless conversion.
Google drive and dropbox are integrated.
Alto PDF
Here comes another superb pdf to word converter. Just drag and drop files and initiate the conversion. It offers full protection. When the website gets close, files get automatically deleted from their servers. It doesn’t offer a batch processing option.
What makes it different?
Easy-to-use interface and supports OneDrive.
Free pdf converter.
PDF Candy
It’s a free-to-use tool with an option to choose files from Dropbox and Google Drive. It’s a good tool to in retaining the formatting even in heavily edited documents.
What makes it different?
It’s free to use, with no restrictions.
Retains formatting, and automatic OCR feature also works well.
Verdict
So among mentioned above tools which one is your favourite free pdf to word file converter? Let us know if you know any other efficient free to use tool for conversion.
DishTV has just launched its all-new SMRT Hybrid set-up box. As the name suggests, this a smart set-up box that not only showcases regular channels but also runs on Android TV 9.0. By installing such a product, users can seamlessly switch between cable TV and OTT apps like Netflix and Prime Videos.
Since the new Dish SMRT Hub is powered by Google's Android TV operating system, it comes with Google Play Store as well as Google Assistant pre-installed. With the help of the store, users can easily download and install other media streaming applications like Netflix, Hotstar, YouTube and Amazon Prime Video. Additionally, users will also be able to download Android games on to the hub and enjoy them on their big-screen TV. However, users might need to purchase a Bluetooth enabled gamepad to have proper gaming experience.
As far as the pricing is concerned, the Dish SMRT Hub will be available for a price of Rs. 3,999 for new subscribers. Existing subscribers, on the other hand, can enjoy a discount of Rs. 1,500, bringing the price down to just Rs. 2,499. In comparison, Airtel Xtreme Box with AndroidTV is available for Rs. 3,639.
In case you are not willing to spend as much, DishTV has also launched Dish Smart Kit. It is essentially an Amazon Alexa powered Wi-Fi dongle, which comes with a Bluetooth remote bundled. This can be attached to any existing DishTV set-top box. The Dish Smart Kit is priced at Rs. 1,199.
OnePlus 6 will get the Android 10 update this month.
OnePlus has just unveiled the OnePlus 7T Pro and the limited edition OnePlus 7T Pro McLaren Edition. While the new OnePlus 7T series comes with Google's latest Android 10 operating system out of the box, the company is said to soon roll out the update for older OnePlus devices.
The Chinese smartphone manufacturer has confirmed that the Android 10 update will be made available for devices as old as the OnePlus 5. The list includes the following devices.
OnePlus 5
OnePlus 5T
OnePlus 6
OnePlus 6T
OnePlus 7
OnePlus 7 Pro
Carl Pei has confirmed that these devices will get the latest OxygenOS 10 update, which will be based on Android 10. The new iteration of OxygenOS will not only bring Android 10 features but also bring some additional features added by OnePlus.
OnePlus has already started rolling out the update for OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro devices. This will be followed by the OnePlus 6 and 6T, which will be receiving the update within this month. As for the older OnePlus 5 and 5T smartphones, the update will arrive sometime in Q2, 2020.
All these devices will get the update via OTA (Over-the-Air). If you happen to have any of these devices, you will get a notification once the update has arrived. However, if you are on the Open Beta version of OxygenOS, you will most likely receive the Android 10 update before others.
Also, in order to check for the available update manually, one can head over to Settings > System > System update and tap on check for updates.
Jio users will now need to buy additional packs to make calls to other operators.
Reliance Jio entered the market almost four years ago. The company single-handedly turned around the whole telecom industry. It offered unlimited calls and plenty of data for an unbelievable price. While Jio forced the competition to offer unlimited calls, it is now the first to back off. Here's why you will not be able to benefit much from the unlimited calling plans.
In order to understand why Jio is being forced to do this, we need to understand what is Interconnect Usage Charge (IUC). IUC is the charges that one operator needs to pay to another operator when its customers make outgoing calls to the other operator’s customers. These charges are fixed by Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) at 6 paise/minute.
Jio claims that they have paid NET IUC cost of approximately Rs. 13,000 crores till date. This comes down to roughly Rs. 200 crores per month. The company also claims that TRAI has finally agreed to wave off such charges starting January 1, 2020.
TRAI has made a few changes to the IUC charges, which means that Jio will no longer be able to subsidize IUC charges using its own resources. The company will need to recover this cost through its customers. This will only be charged when Jio customers make calls to customers of other operators including Airtel, Vodafone and Idea.
As for what it means for the customers, the tariff plans on Jio will remain the same. However, users who recharge after October 10, will need to buy an additional voucher to make calls to other operators. While the calls within the Jio network will remain free, users will need to pay 6 paise/min when made calls to other operators.
In order to compensate, Jio will be offering 1GB complimentary data on every Rs. 10 voucher purchased.
