Samsung Display showcases new 2.43-inch 1200 PPI AMOLED VR display

Early last week, Google and LG teamed up to showcase the next-gen VR OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and 1443ppi. Samsung at the SID 2018 exhibition last week unveiled a 2.43-inch VR panel with a resolution of 3840×2160 pixels accounting for a pixel density of 1200 PPI. Apart from the most ambitious VR panel, Samsung also has three different panels on display; two were 3.5-inch and 3.2-inch panels with 1440×1600 and 1824×1824 resolution, with a pixel density of 616 PPI and 806 PPI. It is possible that Samsung might be working on standalone virtual reality headsets across different price ranges. However, it could also be a speculation at this moment since Samsung didn't mention anything about an upcoming Gear VR. https://youtu.be/Hk7j2pFYQQI However, models with different prices and specs sound like a good idea to get things going for its standalone headset. Either way, we should wait for some more time to see what Samsung is planning. Source

TRAI proposes the use of Blockchain technology to curb spam calls and messages

Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is back again with new proposals that state the use of Blockchain technology to curb spam calls and messages. This move is to ensure that telemarketing messages are sent only to those who have subscribed to them, and that too by authorized entities. The proposed Telecom Commercial Communication Customer Preference Regulation 2018 will empower billions of subscribers to take control of their voice and text communications. According to TRAI, twenty-three crore subscribers have registered themselves on the DND Registry since 2010. However, the problem still retained thanks to the unscrupulous elements that started obtaining customers' consent or resorted to use of unregistered telemarketers that call or message from a ten-digit number. These fraud calls are on the rise in the recent times. The proposed Blockchain or distributed ledger has proven useful where the objective is to cryptographically secure information and make it available only when it is needed to know basis. In fact, it will be the first instance anywhere in the world to use this technology at such a scale in the telecom sector. Blockchain will ensure two things non-repudiative and confidentiality, meaning only those authorized to access details will be able to access subscriber details and ...

Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 dedicated chipset with 4K video support for AR and VR announced

Qualcomm today has introduced the Snapdragon XR1 Platform, it is the world’s first dedicated SoC for Extended Reality (XR) platform. The XR1 platform is also specially optimized for Augmented Reality (AR) experiences with Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities offering better interactivity, power consumption, and thermal efficiency. The company has also announced that OEMs like Meta, VIVE, Vuzix, and Picoare are already developing on the first dedicated XR1 platform. The Snapdragon XR1 integrates Qualcomm Technologies’ heterogeneous compute architecture, including the ARM-based multi-core Central Processing Unit (CPU), a vector processor, Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) and Qualcomm's AI Engine. It also includes advanced XR software service layer, machine learning the Snapdragon XR Software Development Kit (SDK) and Qualcomm Technologies connectivity and security technologies. Thanks to the AI engine, it provides on-device processing and brings the ability to process AI-use cases and run high performing, power-efficient machine learning based computer vision algorithms. It supports Ultra high-definition 4K video resolution at up to 60 frames per second for high-quality VR HMDs. The Qualcomm Spectra Image Signal Processor (ISP) reduces unwanted noise from snapshots. It also supports dual-display support, 3D overlays including OpenGL, OpenCL, and Vulkan. The Snapdragon XR1 uses Qualcomm Technologies 3D Audio Suite, Qualcomm Aqstic Audio Technologies, and Qualcomm aptX Audio for high-fidelity audio experiences and “always-on, always-listening” voice assistance ...

Xiaomi Mi 8, Mi 8 SE and Mi Band 3 surface, Mi 8 could launch in 8 countries including India

Xiaomi is all set to introduce its flagship Mi 8 smartphone, MIUI 10 and Mi Band 3 tomorrow at an event in China. We had already seen some images of the Mi 8, its retail box, and the company has already confirmed that the phone will be powered by Snapdragon 845 SoC. Now the press shots of the Mi 8 and the Mi 8 SE (Special Edition) has surfaced that shows a notch on both the phones. The Mi 8 SE is rumored to come with a slightly smaller display and powered by the latest Snapdragon 710 SoC. Official Xiaomi and MIUI handles have posted an image with several landmarks, including Taj Mahal in India inside the number 8 that hints that the phone might arrive in these countries soon after its launch in China. These countries include India,Egypt, Spain, Italy, Russia and France. 24 hours until #Mi8. Tap the like icon ❤ if you like these amazing landmarks! pic.twitter.com/VjJQLwwSIj — MIUI (@miuirom) May 30, 2018 Mi 8 retail box revealed no headphone jack, dual-GPS module, and the phone is rumored to face 3D face recognition along with iPhone-like Animoji. New live image of the Mi Band 3 has also surfaced revealing a large screen, shiny body, and ...

5 interesting AR apps on the App Store Made in India

Last year, the Cupertino giant Apple announced the availability of ARKit to the public with the roll-out of iOS 11. In fact, the ARKit is available for anyone with an iPhone 6S or later, the iPad Pro, and the latest 9.7-inch iPad. With the help of ARKit, the iOS developers integrate the high-end augmented reality experiences either in existing apps or introduce a new app specifically for this platform. Right now let's take a look at 5 interesting AR apps available right now for download. SpacewAR Uprising (Rs. 159 / US$ $1.99) Developed by Tresreis Games, the SpacewAR Uprising is an exclusive iOS game that requires the player in AR cockpit of a fighter plane with a task to save planet earth from evil alien forces. This game is designed to be intense and fast-paced, where the player needs to move to find proper angles to execute the enemy. With this game, a player can choose other ships, weapons and can even upgrade them as well. Kiddopia (Rs. 299/month or Rs. 3,999 / $49.99 for lifetime access) Known for best educational apps for kids, PaperBoat Apps came up with Kiddopia. Started by the couple, Anupam and Anshu Dhanuka, Kiddopia is one of the early adopters of ARKit ...

Motorola One Power Android One phone with 19:9 notch display, dual-rear cameras surface

Motorola's 2018 line-up kickstarted with the launch of Moto G6 and E5 series recently, and off lately it is the Moto Z3 Play that is making the noise even before its launch next week. And, now it looks like Motorola might be planning an entire line-up that might replace the Moto X series that got cancelled recently.  The first device in the new Moto series is the 'Motorola One Power' and it is an Android One device going by the branding on the rear side, meaning this phone will be picking off things where the Moto X4 left off last year. Since the naming has 'Power' series it might be en entire new lineup, so more variants might be coming along. Moving along, the Motorola One Power looks a lot like the iPhone X with a top notch and a bottom chin. Since there is a notch, it packs an 19:9 aspect ratio display, curved edges, and a flat back, Unlike most Motorola phones, the Motorola One Power has a vertical arrangement on the left side. It comes with dual-rear cameras and LED flash sandwiched in the middle. In what appears to be a fingerprint sensor is present in the Moto dimple. Unfortunately, this where ...

Apple releases iOS 11.4 update with AirPlay 2 stereo pairs, multi-room audio, messages in iCloud

Apple is rolling out iOS 11.4 update for iPhones, iPads, and iPod touch. This update brings AirPlay 2 stereo pairs and multi-room audio bringing more immersive listening experience through HomePod smart speaker. Using AirPlay 2 lets you connect to the multi-room wireless audio system to play music in any room from any room, move music from one room to another or play the same song everywhere using an iOS device, Apple TV, and HomePod. The AirPlay 2; the next-gen version of Apple’s media streaming technology reduces latency and supports multi-room playback from iOS for the first time. As for HomePod, AirPlay 2 features are automatically supported and music can be streamed around the house without the need to link speakers. These features are available on iOS within any app and in Control Center for quick access, and HomePod will be able to communicate with other AirPlay 2-enabled speakers when they become available. Messages in iCloud feature is finally available on iOS 11.4, and this lets you keep messages across devices in sync much like email. So, if you delete a message on one device, it will be erased on all your other devices. Similarly, if you set up a new Apple device, your messages will appear without needing to ...

Nokia 2.1 Android Oreo (Go edition) smartphone with 5.5-inch HD display, Snapdragon 425, 4000mAh battery announced

HMD Global, along with the new Nokia 5.1 and Nokia 3.1, also introduced the new Nokia 2.1, successor of last year's Nokia 2, which is now Android (Go edition) smartphone. It has a 5.5-inch HD screen, is powered by  Snapdragon 425  with 1GB of RAM, has an 8-megapixel camera with LED flash and a 5-megapixel camera on the front. It has a polycarbonate back with rounded design, metallic accents, dual front-facing stereo speakers with 3D formed stainless steel detail, and a 4000mAh battery that promises up to 2 days of battery life. Nokia 2.1 specifications 5.5-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) HD display, anti-fingerprint coating 1.4GHz Quad-Core Snapdragon 425 Mobile Platform with Adreno 308 GPU 1GB LPDDR3 RAM, 8GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 128GB with microSD Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition), upgradable to Android P Dual SIM 8MP autofocus rear camera with LED Flash 5MP front-facing camera 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio,  Dual speakers Dimensions: 153.7 x 77.7 x 9.35 mm 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS + GLONASS 4100mAh battery The new Nokia 2.1 comes in Blue/Copper, Blue/Silver and Grey/Silver colors, is priced at US$ 115 (Rs. 7,801 approx.) and will be available starting July 2018.

Nokia 3.1 Android One smartphone with 5.2-inch 18:9 display, Android Oreo announced

HMD Global just announced Nokia 3.1, successor of last year's Nokia 3 along with the new Nokia 5.1 at an event in Russia. Similar to the other Nokia phones, it is an Android One smartphone. It packs a 5.2-inch HD+ 2.5D curved glass display with 18:9 aspect  ratio, is powered by MediaTek MT6750 SoC with up to 3GB RAM, runs Android 8.0 (Oreo), which is upgradable to Android P in future. It has a 13-megapixel rear camera and an 8-megapixel camera on the front. It has a polycarbonate back and aluminium sides with a dual diamond cut design and packs a 2900mAh battery. Nokia 3.1 specifications 5.2-inch (720 x 1440 pixels) HD+ 2.5D curved glass display with Corning Gorilla Glass protection Octa-Core MediaTek MT6750N (4 x 1.5GHz A53 + 4 x 1.0GHz A53) processor with Mali T860 GPU 2GB RAM with 16GB internal memory / 3GB RAM with 32GB (eMMC 5.1) internal storage, expandable memory up to 128GB with microSD Android 8.0 (Oreo) OS, upgradable to Android P Dual SIM 13MP rear camera with LED Flash, f/2.0 aperture 8MP front-facing camera with f/2.0 aperture, 84.6-degree wide-angle lens 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio Dimensions: 146.25 x 68.65 x 8.7mm; Weight: 138.3 g 4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11 ac, ...

Nokia 5.1 Android One smartphone with 5.5-inch FHD+ display, 16MP rear camera, metal body announced

HMD Global just announced its 2018 refresh of its budget lineup, that includes Nokia 5.1, successor of last year's Nokia 5. Similar to the other Nokia phones, it is an Android One smartphone. It packs a 5.5-inch Full HD+ 2.5D curved glass display with 18:9 aspect  ratio, is powered by unannounced 2.0 GHz Octa-Core MediaTek Helio P18 SoC with up to 3GB RAM, runs Android 8.0 (Oreo), which is upgradable to Android P in future. It has a 16-megapixel rear camera and an 8-megapixel camera on the front. It has a unibody design with 6000 series aluminium, and the company says that it is refined through a rigorous 33 stage process of machining, anodising and polishing. It has a packs a 3000mAh battery. Nokia 5.1 specifications 5.5-inch ( 1080x2160 pixels) FHD+ 2.5D sculpted Corning Gorilla Glass display 2GHz Octa-Core MediaTek Helio P18 processor 2GB RAM with 16GB internal memory / 3GB RAM with 32GB internal storage, expandable memory up to 128GB with microSD Android 8.0 (Oreo) OS, upgradable to Android P Dual SIM 16MP rear camera with LED Flash, f/2.0 aperture, PDAF 8MP front-facing camera, f/2.0 aperture,84-degree wide-angle lens 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio Fingerprint sensor Dimensions: 151.1 x 70.73 x 8.27 mm 4G VoLTE, WiFi ...