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Here's everything you need to know about Google Shoelace

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Google Shoelace is a new social media app for connecting strangers.

Google has launched various social media platforms in the past and none of them had achieved success in the long run. At first, Orkut by Google was ruling the social media platforms until Facebook arrived. Seeing Orkut fail, the company launched another social networking site called Google+. Now, since Google+ is also gone, the company is giving another shot with Shoelace.

Shoelace is a newly announced social networking platform by Google. It is created by the company’s Area 120 team, which is known for designing experimental projects. The new social networking application will be available on both iOS and Android. Unlike Facebook and Twitter, the Shoelace appl connects people of same interests. These people can then choose to take part in activities together like yoga or attending a concert.

Shoelace users can also create a listing for an activity or an event and they can invite their friends or strangers to join. Additionally, the social network platform will also recommend users various activities or events that would match their interests.

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Unfortunately, Google Shoelace is currently available only on an invite basis. This means that users will need a special invite from an exciting user to join the social media platform. Also, it is only available in the New York City of the United States for now. However, the company has not yet announced that when the application will be made available globally.

Who is the Nintendo Switch Lite for?

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Devesh Arora
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Nintendo Switch Lite will be available in various colour variants.

Nintendo recently came back into the limelight with the launch of the Nintendo Switch. It was rated as one of the best gaming consoles available. It is not only a handheld console but can also attach to a TV in order to bring a complete console experience. The company has launched a cheaper variant of the same dubbed Nintendo Switch Lite. However, they had to make a few compromises on the way.

Unlike the regular Switch, the Switch Lite is a handheld-only device, which means it lacks the capability of any sort of video output. Also, the controllers are attached to the chassis unlike the Joy-cons on the Nintendo Switch. So, it is clear that the Switch Lite is not here to replace the original Switch but it will sit alongside on the store shelves.

As for the specifications, the Nintendo Switch Lite features a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1280x720 pixels. It is powered by an NVIDIA customised Tegra processor and comes with 32GB of onboard storage. All of this is backed by a 3,750mAh battery.

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Who is it for?

Now we know what the Nintendo Switch Lite is but the question that remains is who is it for? The handheld gaming console is priced at just USD 200 (roughly Rs. 14,000). At that price, it makes a great offer for someone who is looking to enter the world of console gaming or is simply running on a tight budget. Also, it can be bought by users who already own a regular Switch at home and want to use the Switch Lite as a secondary console.

Nintendo Switch Lite will be available in the United States starting September 20, 2019.

Huawei Mate 20 Lite, P10 and others to get EMUI 9.1 update next month

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EMUI 9.1 will soon be available for dozens of Huawei devices.

Huawei provides a custom user interface on top of Android called EMUI. Currently, EMUI 9 is the latest interface based on Google's Android 9 Pie update. The company has been working on the EMUI 9.1 update lately and it has already arrived on a few devices. Huawei has now rolled out the list of next batch of devices, which will be receiving the update.

While the latest Huawei P30 series already come with the EMUI 9.1 update, the company promised that the Huawei Mate 20 Pro, Mate 10 Pro, Mate 10 Porsche Edition, Mate RS, P20 and P20 Pro smartphones will receive the update in July 2019. As for the next batch, the Chinese firm will be updating the Huawei P10, P10 Plus, Mate 9, Mate 20 Lite, Y6 2019, Y5 2019 and the Psmart 2019 in August 2019.

Apart from that, Honor 7X, 8x, View 10, 10 Lite, 20 Lite, Honor Play, Honor 10, 8 Pro and the 9 Lite will be receiving the EMUI 9.1 update next month. Soon after these devices are updated, the company will start rolling out the update for the next batch of devices.

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EMUI 9.1 might sound like a pretty minor update but it's not. It does bring dozens of changes under the hood including the new EROFS file system, GPU Turbo 3.0 as well as camera improvements. It also brings the Moon mode feature found in the P30 line. Apart from that, the company has also added a new refined icon design and gesture controls.

How to fix download pending error on Google Play Store

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Mohamed Arif
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Google Play Store sometimes shows download pending error. Here's how to fix it.

Everyone would have faced problems in Google's Play Store especially the download pending error. This error causes every time when you try to cancel and install the app even if there are no apps installing. We are here to help you in solving the problem faced while installing an app. Here are a few steps, which you can follow to rectify this error.

Check your network connection

Bad network connection causes these types of issues, which can result in downloading error. Always check the network connection before starting the download or if your using WiFi check whether WiFi has an active internet connection. Even if the network connection is slow you can face these issues while downloading the app.

Also, if you are trying to download the app via mobile data, check if you have enabled downloading on data in the Play Store settings. To check:

  • Head over to Google Play Store and then click on the menu in the top left corner
  • Go to Settings > App download preference > change it to Over any network

Checking downloads and updates

Check whether any of the apps are downloading or updating in the "My Apps and Games" section in the Play Store. If any of the apps are downloading, download pending will appear on the app page, which you are trying to download. This often happens when you download or update many apps simultaneously.

Try clearing Google Play App cache and data

Clearing the Google Play Store app cache and data mostly solves all the problems of the Play Store including the download pending error.

Follow the below steps to clear the cache and data:

  1. Go to Settings> Apps.
  2. Find the Google Play Store application
  3. Here, you will see app notifications and other options. Click on Storage.
  4. Tap on the Clear Cache button.
  5. If you don’t want to repeat the process, you can clear the data also.

Check phone storage

Sometimes, the reason behind the download pending error is low storage space in the device or the SD card. You can free up some space in the device by going to the Settings> Storage and try uninstalling the unnecessary apps, which occupy space. Additionally, delete some of the old pictures, videos, music, etc, which you have backed up and you feel useless as it is occupying extra space in the device.

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Try Restarting your Device

If the above steps do not work try restarting the device. Most of the problems will be solved when you restart the device. Restarting will reboot the device including the apps which will result in clearing the bugs and errors caused initially in the app. Hold the power button and hit for restart.

Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon chipsets will take your WearOS experience to another level

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Mohamed Arif
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WearOS will be much smoother on upcoming smartwatches.

Google's WearOS has faced many problems since Andriod wear days. The smartwatches were powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100 processor. Soon, Qualcomm released its next chipset called Snapdragon Wear 3100 with more support for performance and battery, which was also not enough to maintain its standards in the market.

According to a report by WinFuture, Qualcomm is preparing its new wear chipset called the Snapdragon wear 429 or the Snapdragon wear 2700, which are expected to be faster and better than the previous chipsets. However, the chipsets are still in the Engineering Validation Test (EVT) stage with a team actively working on it.

The Snapdragon 429 is a popular chipset among budget smartphones, with devices like the Nokia 3.2 powered by it. Both the chipsets are being tested with 1GB of LPDDR3 RAM and 8GB of eMMC 5.1 storage. These chipsets are also built on a 12nm process, as opposed to the currently used 28nm process. It will also be the first WearOS chipset to have 64-bit support, packing four ARM Cortex-A53 cores that will be clocked at up to 2.0GHz.

Additionally, the Snapdragon 429 wear and the Snapdragon wear 2700 are expected to support LTE and Bluetooth 5.0 with the latest updates. Also, it is said that these chipsets will get "Track 3" feature, which is a chip like in the wear OS 3100 with the technology of measuring the steps, heart rate and other movements.

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Qualcomm has revealed that these chipsets are very early in development and still it would be analysed by the experts. These chipsets will undergo the necessary changes if needed to give the best experiences to the user. Additionally, Qualcomm also revealed that these chipsets may not be ready for the launch until next year.

How to enable dark mode on MIUI on Poco F1, Redmi Note 7 Pro and others

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Devesh Arora
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MIUI 10 devices can now enable dark mode.

Dark Mode is something almost everyone is adopting in the developer community. Not only apps, but even operating systems like Android and iOS are soon getting system-wide dark mode. Xiaomi has been working on such a feature for their MIUI ROMs. Although the feature has not been officially rolled out yet, here's how you can enable it right away.

While the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro has already received the dark mode feature on the stable MIUI build, it is still hidden in most of other Xiaomi devices. With the upcoming update, the company is planning to push the feature to two of the most popular smartphones, the Poco F1 and the Redmi Note 7 Pro.

According to a post on XDADevelopers, the dark mode can be enabled on Poco F1 and other Xiaomi devices running on a stable build of MIUI 10. However, the steps to enable this feature require the user to connect the phone to a computer.

How to enable dark mode?

  • Make sure your PC or Mac has ADB installed
  • On your Xiaomi device, go inside Developer Settings and enable USB Debugging
  • Now, connect your smartphone to the computer
  • Simply run the following commands using the command prompt

To enable the system-wide dark mode on MIUI 10, type "adb shell settings put secure ui_night_mode 2"

To disable the dark mode on MIUI 10, type "adb shell settings put secure ui_night_mode 1"

To automatically switch the dark mode depending on day or night, type "adb shell settings put secure ui_night_mode"

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Notably, the Xiaomi device need not be rooted in order to follow the steps mentioned above. Also, this feature is experimental and we would recommend waiting for the official update to enable the feature.

Spotify Lite launched in India: How to download, features and more

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Spotify Lite is now available in India and 35 other countries.

Lately, Spotify has been working on expanding its business to more countries including India. Since the app has now arrived in markets like India, the company decided to roll out a lighter version for budget-oriented phones and for people who run low on data. The app has been rolled out to 36 countries including India.

As the name suggests, the application is lightweight and weighs in at around just 10MB. The app is not only light itself but also brings data saving features making it light on your mobile data as well.

While the Spotify Lite application is quite reminiscent of the regular application, it does bring a few changes under the hood. The application offers an option to change the sound quality from the main player interface. It also informs an approximate consumption of data per soundtrack.

Apart from that, the app also brings an option to set a monthly data limit. However, there is no option to change the billing cycle. Spotify Lite even allows the user to manage the phone's storage, clear the cache and delete all the downloads if needed.

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Spotify Lite has been rolled out to 36 countries, which include Africa, Asia, Latin America, Algeria, Argentina, Bahrain, Brazil, Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Nicaragua, Oman, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay and Vietnam.

Top 5 AC deals on Flipkart, Amazon: Whirlpool, LG, Sanyo and more

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Devesh Arora
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There are great deals for air conditioners on Amazon and Flipkart.

Since it is summer time and the heat is increasing day by day, many of you might be considering a new air conditioner. When you start looking, there are hundreds of op[tions to choose from. In order to make your decision-making process easier, we have brought down a list of top five ACs available via Amazon or Flipkart.

Whirlpool 1.5 Ton 5 Star Split Inverter AC

If you are looking for a great deal on a split AC that can cool a medium-sized room without raising the electricity bills by too much, you should consider the Whirlpool 1.5 Ton 5 Star Split Inverter AC. Since it is 1.5 ton, it should be able to cool a medium-sized room in less than 30 mins. Further, the AC is rated 5 star, which means it will reduce electricity consumption. It is available on Flipkart for a price tag of Rs. 39,999.

LG 1.5 Ton 5 Star Split Dual Inverter AC

In case you are looking for a top tier brand and Dual Inverter technology, the LG 1.5 Ton 5 Star Split Dual Inverter AC is the perfect fit. The AC is available in both 1 ton and 1.5-ton configurations. It also gives options for 3-star or 5-star rating. The above-mentioned combination is available on Flipkart for a price of Rs. 54,000.

Midea 1 Ton 3 Star Split AC

If you are running low on the budget, the Midea 1 Ton 3 Star Split AC might be able to impress you. The air conditioner is available at a starting price of just Rs. 23,999. It comes with a Copper Condensor for better efficiency. It also comes with features like auto restart, sleep mode and more.

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MarQ by Flipkart 1 Ton 3 Star Split AC

MarQ is a brand owned by Flipkart and it targets to bring competitive pricing for electronics including air conditioners. It comes with a one year warranty on the AC and a 5-year warranty on the condenser. The MarQ by Flipkart 1 Ton 3 Star Split AC is available on the e-commerce website for just Rs. 21,999, making it one of the cheapest options available.

Sanyo 1 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC

Sanyo's 1 ton split AC with inverter compressor has a lot to offer for a price tag of just Rs. 24,990. The air conditioner offers special features like Dust Filter, Air Purifier, Dehumidifier and much more.

Asus ROG Phone 2 to launch on July 23: Here's what to expect

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Tech Desk
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Asus ROG Phone 2 is expected to come with the Snapdragon 855 processor.

Asus launched its first gaming smartphone last year under the Republic of Gamers branding dubbed ROG Phone. The company is now gearing up to bring a successor as they roll out the media invites for the ROG Phone 2. According to the invite, the smartphone will be unveiled on July 23 at an event in China.

The first generation ROG Phone features a 90Hz display, which is the same as the recently launched OnePlus 7 Pro. With its upcoming smartphone, Asus wants to step up the game by bringing a faster refresh rate at 120Hz. However, it will not be the first phone to come with a 120Hz display as the Razer Phone 2 already has that.

Unlike the ROG Phone, the second generation model needs to get an aggressive price tag if Asus wants to compete against smartphones like Nubia Red Magic 3 and the Black Shark 2. In China, the ROG Phone 2 is expected to be priced at CNY 4.299 (roughly Rs. 43,000). To recall, last year's ROG Phone comes with a price tag of Rs. 69,999 in India.

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As of now, we do not know what the smartphone's specifications would be. However, it is quite certain that the ROG Phone 2 will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor.

Interestingly, Asus has also partnered up with Tencent Games for their upcoming smartphone launch. With the help of this partnership, Tencent will optimise all its games to take advantage of the 120Hz display on the upcoming gaming phone.

DC Universe is a streaming app for the fans: How to download, subscription plans and more

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Devesh Arora
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DC Universe is a streaming service for the fans.

C Entertainment and Warner Bros. Entertainment have announced a new streaming service dubbed DC Universe. As the name suggests, the streaming service will bring all the DC movies under one roof. The fans can get a subscription and stream content on various platforms. Here's everything you need to know.

Currently, the DC Universe streaming service is only available in the US. The company will be bringing its servers to other regions as well. As of now, US-based users can head over to the official DC Universe website and stream the content. Alternatively, users can even download the app on Android or iOS powered smartphones. The app is even available on Android TV, Apple TV, Amazon Fire Stick and Roku.

As far as the subscription plans are concerned, currently users get two options, monthly or annually. Monthly users will need to pay a fee of USD 7.99 (roughly Rs. 600) every month, whereas, annual subscription costs just USD 74.99 (roughly Rs. 5,200) per year. New users can also try the service for free for the first seven days.

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The streaming service has a huge library including movies like Batman: Bad Blood (2016), Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993), Batman Vs. Robin (2015), Green Lantern: First Flight (2009), Justice League Vs. The Fatal Five (2019), Justice League: Throne of Atlantis (2015), Reign of the Supermen (2019) and more.

DC Universe also brings all the TV Shows by DC like Krypton, Lois & Clark: The Adventures of Superman, Shazam!, The Flash, Wonder Woman and more. Apart from that, it also brings comics like Infinite Crisis, Final Crisis, Superman Red Son, The New 52: Futures End and others.

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