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The encrypted messaging app Telegram has announced the launch of sponsored messages that will allow anyone to promote their channel or boto. Telegram sponsored messages will only be shown on multiple channels, from one large public to over 1,000 members and limited to 160 characters . They are based solely on the content of the public channels they show. Telegram, as always, emphasizes privacy bits and does not use or analyze user data to display ads,and every user who sees a particular channel on Telegram sees the same sponsored messages. No ads will be shown in the chats, and sponsored…

MediaTek has introduced the new Filogic 130 and Filogic 130A system-on-chip (SoCs) for IoT devices. It’s for IoT devices that integrate a microprocessor (MCU), AI engine, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2 subsystems, and a Power Management Unit (PMU). The Filogic 130A also integrates an audio-digital signal processor, allowing device makers to easily add voice assistants and other services to their products. Both processors combine an ARM Cortex-M33 microcontroller with embedded RAM, external flash and an integrated front-end module (iFEM). Over the Filogic 130A comes an integrated HiFi4 DSP for more precise far-field voice processing, trigger word support, and always-on microphone capability.…

Apple has announced a ‘Self Service Repair ‘ program. It allows customers to repair their iPhones and MacBooks on their own. The self-service repairing program comes as a result of years of customer pressure. In 2019, Apple launched a program that would allow free repair shops to purchase its components, tools, and manuals. In addition to the 5,000 directly accredited repair providers, Apple said it now has 2,800 free shops in its program. Under the self-service program, Apple’s customers can purchase parts directly to make their own repairs after reading a manual . Apple has announced that it will launch…

Fujifilm has announced a new digital camera called the Instax Mini Evo. The camera can print with Instax Mini film. The company claims that the new Instax flagship design is innovative and has a classic feel. It has many elements that symbolize the checkered past of cameras. It includes a dial attached at the top and a print control that looks like a film advance lever. The Mini Evo has an LCD screen that allows you to frame digital photos before printing. It combines 10 lens effects and can be applied to photos. Its exposure resolution is twice that of…

Huawei Introduces HarmonyOS powered Smart Helmet In China Home Market. It has various smart features like Bluetooth calling, voice commands and many more. The Chinese tech giant’s new smart helmet is called the Helmetphone BH51M Neo Smart Helmet. The smart helmet is provided by HarmonyOS, the brand’s proprietary operating system. With this OS, the product supports Bluetooth voice calling, which can be enabled with a one-touch connection process on your smartphone. Once paired, users can check the battery of the smart helmet , set up emergency contacts and adjust the light mode on the phone. It also has a stereo…

Amazon launches four new smart switches from its Basic Smart Switch lineup . These products add simple smart control to existing home lighting. The new smart switches are very affordable and are already available on Amazon’s official website. Before Amazon, there were three smart home models, and the new products bring the number of Amazon branded smart home gadgets to seven. The Amazon smart home ecosystem is definitely growing. The lineup includes a smart thermostat, a smart indoor air quality monitor and a smart plug. The Amazon Smart Switches are compatible with Amazon’s frustration free setup and Certified for Humans…

FC Barcelona enters the Competitive League of Legends. The Spanish Football Club has officially announced its intention to compete in the Super League in 2022, the highest level tournament for the sport of sport in Spain. The announcement came yesterday with a tweet on their official Twitter handle. FC Barcelona have not yet officially announced their League of Legends squad. The announcement of the team members will come soon. The organization indicated the reason for joining the League of Legends as the next e-sports initiative, “As we enter this tournament, FC Barcelona are strengthening their commitment to the club’s strategic…

Qualcomm seeks to enhance the development of AR (augmented reality) related products with its new software platform Snapdragon Spaces. Using Snapdragon spaces, the chip-making giant is trying to bridge the gap between smartphones and AR glasses. This also indicates that various smartphone brands are likely to launch their own AR glasses. Simply , your AR Glass will work with your smartphone via the new Snapdragon Spaces software. Qualcomm added that it has created the “Snapdragon Space XR Developer Platform” to help developers improve their existing apps and create new ones to better use wearable Qualcomm AR Development. In addition, the…

Anchor launches new 40W mini charger in China The product adopts a portable design and introduces dual USB Type-C ports. Although the charger has a 40W rating for single port use, both ports can provide 20W fast charging at the same time.The anchor mini charger can also provide 27W fast charging for iPhones. On the design side, the 40W mini charger adopts a fixed pin design. Its body is circular and is made of flame retardant material and measures 34.8 × 34.1 × 66.4 mm. The charger also has a 100-240V input rating. In terms of internal components, it features…

Garmin Index S2 Smart Scale Introduced In India. It will connect the health and wellness sector targeted at athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Index S2 Smart Scale offers measurements that can be used to micromanage your daily weight and activity. The features include body mass index (BMI), body fat percentage, bone mass, bone mass, and body water percentage.The Garmin Index S2 Smart Scale shows the ratio of the body fat of the user to the percentage of essential and stored fat. It comes with a color display. It also presents a weight trend graph that tracks and represents changes in your…

Social media app Instagram is testing a subscription feature that will allow creators to earn extra money by allowing fans to pay a fee to unlock exclusive content such as stories and live videos. A new subscription option also appears along with Instagram badges that users can purchase as gift creators during live sessions. It is hoped that this will work in a similar way to Twitter Blue, where users will have access to exclusive tweets and other content. This is not the first time the subscription-based feature has been noticed, and Instagram chief Adam Moseri announced earlier this year…

Tencent Music Entertainment Group collaborates with Apple Music. As a result, record labels and artists who are part of the TME Music Cloud can now distribute their music globally through Apple Music. The company says it will enable music lovers to explore China’s unique music cultures, enhance the global discovery of Chinese music and assist in the international development of Chinese musicians. This development will also help to promote higher quality Chinese music abroad. Over the years, Tencent Music Entertainment has built a platform for free musicians to distribute their works, attract fans and hold virtual concerts, which will eventually…

OnePlus Nord 2 is the latest special edition phone from OnePlus. OnePlus Nord is partnering with Namco as a brand band to launch the 2 x PAC-MAN version. OnePlus will present its own story depicting PAC-MAN’s journey into the universe. The special edition phone will be delivered in two main areas (via Android Authority). First, the company will offer the so-called “Signature Fast and Smooth Experience”. Secondly, it will be “refreshing, exciting and unforgettable”. Now, all the limited edition OnePlus phones have unique and great designs. But the PAC-MAN variant is the first to introduce a “guided” UI. OnePlus clearly…

Asus silently releases Chromebook CX1 (CX1101), Chromebook CR1 (CR1100) and Chromebook Flip CR1 (CR1100) convertible laptops as part of a new Chromebook series. Each of the three new Chromebooks has an 11.6-inch display, which is located in the budget segment (via Lilliput). The Chromebook CX1 is listed under the company’s “At Home” product line, and features an Intel Gemini processor, as well as a military-grade durability-rated design. On the other hand, two Chromebook CR1 series laptops are aimed at students, as well as processors to the new Intel Jasper. All three models feature an 11.6-inch display with a resolution of…

Xiaomi has officially introduced a new premium projector in China called the ‘Xiaomi Laser Cinema 2’. It is the first projector in the world to support Dolby Vision in 4K. Xiaomi Laser Cinema 2 Specifications Xiaomi Laser Cinema 2 body project is only 20cm from the 100 inch large screen wall. No more wiring issues, goodbye to screen occlusion. The adjustable screen size is 40-200 inches. The recommended screen size is 80-150 inches, as the image quality decreases as the projection area increases. The projector can output 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels) content with a 3000:1 contrast ratio. It covers…