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Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Would Need 250GB of Storage

As modern video games continue to become more and more realistic, developers need to pack a lot more data in them than in earlier titles. So, current and upcoming video game titles have massive space requirements, and according to Activision’s recent announcement, the upcoming “Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War” could fill up an […] The article Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Would Need 250GB of Storage was first published on Beebom

Impossible for Third-Parties to Replace iPhone 12 Cameras, Reveals Teardown

Although Apple makes some of the most advanced electronic devices in the market, repairing these has always been an issue for users. Now, according to recent observations, the Cupertino tech giant has built yet another repairing-obstacle for third-party technicians which makes it impossible for them to replace the camera module of the latest iPhone 12 […] The article Impossible for Third-Parties to Replace iPhone 12 Cameras, Reveals Teardown was first published on Beebom

Atmanirbhar Apps by Mitron Launched to Promote Indian Apps

From the company that brought you Mitron, a TikTok-like video app, comes a new app ‘Atmanirbhar Apps’ that aims to promote apps made in India. Much like Mitron, the app seems to urge the need for a self-reliant app ecosystem in India. “Atmanirbhar Apps by Mitron is a free Application in which you can get […] The article Atmanirbhar Apps by Mitron Launched to Promote Indian Apps was first published on Beebom

How to Play PUBG Mobile in Restricted Regions

PUBG Mobile is one of the best battle royale games and has a community all over the world. Its Classic Deathmatch is pretty popular among mobile gamers which even beats Fortnite’s 100-player battle royale mode. That said, the game is not available in some regions, and because of that, many avid gamers are left on […] The article How to Play PUBG Mobile in Restricted Regions was first published on Beebom

Reliance Jio Becomes First Telco to Cross 400 Million Subscribers in India

At its latest earnings call on Saturday, India’s largest wireless carrier, Reliance Jio, announced that its subscriber base has now crossed 400 million (40 crore) as it continued to add new customers faster than its competitors. According to the company, its current subscriber base stands at 405.6 million (40.56 crore) following the addition of 7.3 […] The article Reliance Jio Becomes First Telco to Cross 400 Million Subscribers in India was first published on Beebom

How to Enable Apple One Subscription on Your iPhone

Apple One subscription just went live and now you can subscribe to them on your iPhone. I like the fact that Apple has made it very easy to subscribe to Apple One. But if you don’t know where to look, you won’t find the Apple One subscription option. There are also a few things that […] The article How to Enable Apple One Subscription on Your iPhone was first published on Beebom

Apple Announces Replacement Program for Faulty AirPods Pro Units

If your AirPods Pro earbuds are malfunctioning, there’s some good news for you. Apple has accepted that a small percentage of AirPods Pros sold before October 2020 suffer from an issue that causes a couple of problems, and the company has announced a replacement program under which it will replace your earbuds for free. According […] The article Apple Announces Replacement Program for Faulty AirPods Pro Units was first published on Beebom

iPhone 12 Pro Lets Blind Users Know How Close People or Objects Are Around Them

Apple has recently been adding a slew of new accessibility features to its iPhones. The company can alert users when the device hears sounds like a doorbell or crying baby. Now, the iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max will come in super handy for blind or low vision users as Apple has debuted a new […] The article iPhone 12 Pro Lets Blind Users Know How Close People or Objects Are Around Them was first published on Beebom

Snapdragon 875 Likely to be 25% Faster Than Snapdragon 865 Suggests Leaked AnTuTu Scores

Qualcomm’s next-gen flagship mobile processor, the Snapdragon 875, could be significantly faster than its predecessor, the Snapdragon 865/ 865+. That’s according to an apparently leaked AnTuTu benchmark score, which seems to show that the upcoming chipset notched up more than 847,000 points as opposed to the 663,000 scored by its predecessor. If verified as authentic, […] The article Snapdragon 875 Likely to be 25% Faster Than Snapdragon 865 Suggests Leaked AnTuTu Scores was first published on Beebom

How to Easily Extract Text from Images and Videos on Mac

There are times when we see a piece of text on a photo and video and need to note it down. The usual way is to keep that photo or video open and then type the text in a note-taking app like Evernote or a word processor of your choice. But this takes time, and […] The article How to Easily Extract Text from Images and Videos on Mac was first published on Beebom

Google Meet Now Supports Custom Backgrounds on the Web

As announced in August, Google Meet is getting support for custom backgrounds. The feature offers Google’s default set of default images including office spaces, landscapes, and abstract backgrounds. You also have the option to upload your own image. Google Meet‘s virtual backgrounds feature is initially limited to the web. You can use it on Chrome […] The article Google Meet Now Supports Custom Backgrounds on the Web was first published on Beebom

Apex Legends Season 7 Brings a New Legend, Olympus Map, and Vehicles

Fortnite and Warzone might be one of the most-watched games on Twitch. But, Apex Legends is one of best battle royale games out there. Even Shroud agrees with me on this. The game’s movement, gun mechanics, and legend abilities that need to be used in synergy to create the perfect teamwork are nothing similar to […] The article Apex Legends Season 7 Brings a New Legend, Olympus Map, and Vehicles was first published on Beebom

Xiaomi Working on Folding Smartphone With 108MP Camera, Suggests MIUI 12 Code: Report

Code found within MIUI 12 reportedly suggests that Xiaomi is working on a folding smartphone codenamed ‘Cetus’. That’s according to XDA senior member, kacskrz, who further claims that the device might ship with a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, a 108MP primary camera and Android 11 out-of-the-box. The evidence was apparently found within the latest MIUI 12 […] The article Xiaomi Working on Folding Smartphone With 108MP Camera, Suggests MIUI 12 Code: Report was first published on Beebom

How to Automatically Skip Bundled Adware on Windows 10

Despite a huge effort put by Microsoft, users don’t find the Microsoft Store appealing enough for installing software. People still prefer downloading portable software directly from developers’ websites. However, there is a downside to this approach. Along with the portable installers (mostly EXE files), many adware and bloatware are bundled which gets installed on your […] The article How to Automatically Skip Bundled Adware on Windows 10 was first published on Beebom

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra May Already be in Production

Samsung’s next flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S21 series is likely to be the beginning of Samsung merging the S-line and Note-line of flagships. In fact rumors have been floating around suggesting that the S21 Ultra will in fact come with an S-pen as well, something that has been reserved for the Note line up so […] The article Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra May Already be in Production was first published on Beebom

Telegram 7.2.0 Adds Multiple Pinned Messages, Live Location Alerts, and More

After adding search filters and anonymous group admins last month, Telegram is rolling out a new update (version 7.2.0). The update comes with features including multiple pinned messages, live location alerts, and more. Multiple Pinned Messages Pinning messages on Telegram is an efficient way to make sure that everyone in the group notices an important […] The article Telegram 7.2.0 Adds Multiple Pinned Messages, Live Location Alerts, and More was first published on Beebom

Instagram to Remove ‘Recent’ Tab From Hashtag Pages to Reduce Misinformation

Instagram has announced new steps to cut down on misinformation campaigns on its platform ahead of the US Presidential elections next week. As part of the plan, the company says it will temporarily remove the ‘Recent’ tab from hashtag pages. Announcing the change on its official support pages, the Facebook-owned social media platform said: “Recent […] The article Instagram to Remove ‘Recent’ Tab From Hashtag Pages to Reduce Misinformation was first published on Beebom

How to Work Around a Broken Keyboard on Windows 10

After Apple’s Butterfly keyboard fiasco, it seems keyboard issues have gotten worse on the other side of the aisle as well. Increasingly, keyboards on Windows laptops are malfunctioning, even on expensive laptops. And with the pandemic raging on and on, it’s tough for people to go out and get it repaired. So if you want […] The article How to Work Around a Broken Keyboard on Windows 10 was first published on Beebom

Xiaomi Wear 2.0 App Arrives with Redesigned UI, Several New Features

Xiaomi is looking to slowly transition users from the Mi Fit app over to Xiaomi Wear. It debuted this app alongside the Redmi Band earlier this year. And now, the Xiaomi Wear app has bagged a major update (version 2.0) today that brings a revamped UI and new features in tow. Xiaomi Wear 2.0 is […] The article Xiaomi Wear 2.0 App Arrives with Redesigned UI, Several New Features was first published on Beebom

Google Testing Play Store Settings Redesign with Shorter, Expandable Lists

Yesterday we reported that the Play Store was testing app comparisons for some users, and today, it seems the Play Store is working on a redesign of the Settings page with more manageable lists organised into categories. Spotted by 9to5Google in an APK teardown, Google’s latest redesign appears to be limited to the Settings page […] The article Google Testing Play Store Settings Redesign with Shorter, Expandable Lists was first published on Beebom

Google Maps Working on Adding Language Changer, Assistant Driving Mode Still in the Works

Google Maps has seen a bunch of updates over the last couple of months, but one of the features that we know the company is working on and have yet to see for ourselves is the Assistant Driving Mode. This feature, which was first announced way back at Google I/O 2019, is still missing in […] The article Google Maps Working on Adding Language Changer, Assistant Driving Mode Still in the Works was first published on Beebom

Global Tablet Shipments Grew 25% in Q3 2020 as Apple Retained its Lead at the Top: IDC

Global tablet shipments increased 24.9% YoY in Q3, 2020, hitting 47.6 million units, according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC). The growth was largely driven by “the demand for affordable access to basic computing and larger screens to facilitate remote work, learning and leisure” during the COViD-19 lockdowns, said the report. Apple […] The article Global Tablet Shipments Grew 25% in Q3 2020 as Apple Retained its Lead at the Top: IDC was first published on Beebom

How to Schedule Emails in Apple Mail with Automator on Mac

While Apple Mail has got the bases covered to be a reliable email app, it lacks many pro features. One of the important features that it lacks is “Scheduling”. Considering how essential this feature is, I have been waiting for its inclusion for a long time. And I guess I’m not alone who is asking […] The article How to Schedule Emails in Apple Mail with Automator on Mac was first published on Beebom

Intel Reveals Details on the 11th-gen Rocket Lake Desktop Processors

Earlier this year, Intel unveiled its 11th-gen line-up of laptop processors complete with a new Intel logo and other changes. Today, the company is sharing some details about its upcoming processors — the 11th-gen Rocket Lake line of CPUs for desktop computers that’s set to arrive in 2021. According to information shared by Intel, the […] The article Intel Reveals Details on the 11th-gen Rocket Lake Desktop Processors was first published on Beebom

Xiaomi Trumps Apple to Become the Third Best Smartphone Maker Globally

The third quarter saw the smartphone market recover after taking massive hits due to the COVID-19 pandemic earlier this year. Samsung again came out on top, surpassing Huawei (whoso business suffers at the expense of the US restriction) by a substantial margin, as per the latest IDC report. Also, Xiaomi managed to beat Apple to […] The article Xiaomi Trumps Apple to Become the Third Best Smartphone Maker Globally was first published on Beebom

Spotify to Increase Prices for Its Premium Subscription

At its third-quarter earnings call, Spotify CEO and co-founder Daniel Ek hinted at the company’s plans to increase the prices of its subscription plans. The news comes at a time when the streaming service has 320 million monthly active users and 144 million Premium subscribers. The price hike will be targeted at markets where the […] The article Spotify to Increase Prices for Its Premium Subscription was first published on Beebom

How to Remotely Control an Android Smartphone

For every tech nerd out there, troubleshooting computers and smartphones is a daily chore and we understand that. While we already have great remote desktop software for PC, there are only a handful of solutions in the Android ecosystem. And since people now use smartphones more than anything else, it has become important to troubleshoot […] The article How to Remotely Control an Android Smartphone was first published on Beebom

Apple Reports Record Quarter in India as Mac and Services Hit ‘All-Time Records’ Globally

Apple on Thursday announced its financial results for the last fiscal quarter, reporting record revenues despite the pandemic and the resultant economic downturn. While the company reported strong performance in most markets, one of the highlights was its growth in India, which saw the launch of its first online store last month. In an earnings […] The article Apple Reports Record Quarter in India as Mac and Services Hit ‘All-Time Records’ Globally was first published on Beebom

SmartThings Find Locates Your Lost or Misplaced Galaxy Devices

Samsung has launched SmartThings Find, a new service in SmartThings app to help locate your misplaced or stolen Galaxy devices. The app uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and ultra-wideband (UWB) to locate compatible Galaxy smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and earbuds. In case you’re wondering, SmartThings Find supports Galaxy phones running Android 8 (Oreo) or later, Galaxy […] The article SmartThings Find Locates Your Lost or Misplaced Galaxy Devices was first published on Beebom

10 Best Apple Mail Alternatives for Mac and iPhone

Unlike other stock apps like Safari and Notes, Apple Mail for macOS hasn’t got major improvements for a long time. The email app not only lacks an intuitive interface but also some of the most essential features like “Scheduling” and “Smart inbox management”. Not to mention, it also doesn’t score well in terms of the […] The article 10 Best Apple Mail Alternatives for Mac and iPhone was first published on Beebom

Indian Army Launches Atmanirbhar Secure Messaging App ‘SAI’ for Soldiers

The Indian Army has decided to bolster its soldiers’ security by building a WhatsApp-like secure messaging app as part of the Atmanirbhar Bharat campaign. This in-house secure messaging app is aptly called SAI (short for Secure Application for Internet). It will help the army personnel curb the leakage of sensitive or private information to intelligence […] The article Indian Army Launches Atmanirbhar Secure Messaging App ‘SAI’ for Soldiers was first published on Beebom

How to Enable Enhanced Safe Browsing on Chrome for Android

Enhanced Safe Browsing has been a part of desktop Chrome for quite some time and we had also mentioned it in our article on how to enhance Google Chrome security. And, after many months, Google has brought this advanced security feature on Android. According to Google, Enhanced Safe Browsing on Chrome minimizes security threats by […] The article How to Enable Enhanced Safe Browsing on Chrome for Android was first published on Beebom

Far Cry 6 and Rainbow Six Quarantine Delayed due to COVID-19

If you were hoping to get some respite from the COVID-19 pandemic by enjoying your favorite games, well, it has delayed their production as well. Just yesterday, we learned that the much-awaited Cyberpunk 2077 will launch three weeks on December 10. And now, Ubisoft has confirmed that two of its upcoming games – Far Cry […] The article Far Cry 6 and Rainbow Six Quarantine Delayed due to COVID-19 was first published on Beebom

‘Origin OS’ to Replace Funtouch, Confirms Vivo: Report

Vivo has officially confirmed recent rumors that the company is all set to replace its awkwardly-named Funtouch OS with a new custom Android ROM called ‘Origin OS‘. That’s according to a report from SeekDevice, which says that the company announced the news on its WeChat account on Thursday. The tipster further claimed that the company […] The article ‘Origin OS’ to Replace Funtouch, Confirms Vivo: Report was first published on Beebom

Spotify Reports 320 Million Monthly Active Users, 144 Million Premium Subscribers

Spotify on Thursday released its financial results for the fiscal quarter ending September 30, 2020. In an official press release announcing the highlights, the company said that the service saw a massive surge in the number of monthly active users (MAUs), which grew 29% YoY to reach 320 million. The lion’s share of the growth […] The article Spotify Reports 320 Million Monthly Active Users, 144 Million Premium Subscribers was first published on Beebom

PUBG Mobile No Longer Works in India

Last month, the Indian government banned a total of 118 Chinese apps including popular mobile battle royale game PUBG Mobile and PUBG Mobile Lite. While we were hoping that the game was about to make a comeback, PUBG Mobile has confirmed that mobile gamers in India will completely lose access to the game from October […] The article PUBG Mobile No Longer Works in India was first published on Beebom

Apple One Subscription Bundles Go Live Today

Apple combined all of its premium services into one mega bundle and announced the Apple One subscription plans earlier last month. It was unveiled alongside the Apple Watch Series 6 and Watch SE, priced starting at just Rs. 195 per month in India. This subscription services bundle is now set to officially launch on 30th […] The article Apple One Subscription Bundles Go Live Today was first published on Beebom

Vi Fastest 4G Operator in India, Followed by Airtel and Reliance Jio: Ookla

Vi (formerly Vodafone Idea) was reportedly the  fastest mobile operator in India in Q3, 2020. That’s according to global internet speedtest leader, Ookla, which claims that the merged British-Indian company emerged the leader in both upload and download speeds in the three months ending September 30th, while Airtel and Jio came in at numbers two […] The article Vi Fastest 4G Operator in India, Followed by Airtel and Reliance Jio: Ookla was first published on Beebom

Search/ Launcher Key on Chromebooks Renamed to ‘Everything Button’

Google is renaming the Search/ Launcher key on Chromebooks as the ‘Everything Button‘ as it looks to incorporate more functions within it. Announcing the change on the Chromebook support forums, Google said that the new name was chosen to reflect user feedback, and highlight that Chromebooks have a dedicated button that enables them to search […] The article Search/ Launcher Key on Chromebooks Renamed to ‘Everything Button’ was first published on Beebom

OnePlus Nord Is the Best-Selling Mid-Range Smartphone in India: Report

OnePlus’ first brush with the mid-range market may not have gone as planned. But, it seems like its second inning is off to a great start. If you don’t know what we’re talking about, OnePlus Nord is the company’s second attempt at making mid-range phones. It launched a couple-odd months ago and has garnered immense […] The article OnePlus Nord Is the Best-Selling Mid-Range Smartphone in India: Report was first published on Beebom

Latest Update to PatchWall 3.0 on Mi TVs Brings New Live TV Channels and More

Having released PatchWall 3.0 for Mi TVs in India back in April, Xiaomi has now announced a new update to its custom Android TV UI, bringing 3 notable changes, including a new User Center, an Immersive Carousel, and new Live TV channels. In an official press release announcing the update, the company claimed that the […] The article Latest Update to PatchWall 3.0 on Mi TVs Brings New Live TV Channels and More was first published on Beebom

Google Chrome to Add Scrolling Screenshots Feature on Android

Earlier this year, Google was spotted testing scrolling screenshots on Android 11. The feature didn’t make its way to the final build though. Now, Android may not be living up to its promise of a scrolling screenshots feature, a new report hints that Google is planning to add it to the Chrome browser for Android. […] The article Google Chrome to Add Scrolling Screenshots Feature on Android was first published on Beebom

Twitter Starts Rolling out ‘Topics’ Feature in India

Twitter is rolling out ‘Topics’ in India, the company’s feature to help you discover content based on your interests. The feature is currently available in English and Hindi. “Whether it’s your favourite band, sports team, city, or activity – with Topics we are making it easier to find, follow and talk about your interests,” wrote […] The article Twitter Starts Rolling out ‘Topics’ Feature in India was first published on Beebom

Lexar Professional 1066x Silver Series microSD Cards with 160 MBps Speeds Launched

Known for its digital media products, including CompactFlash cards, USB flash drives and SSDs, Lexar has announced its Professional 1066x microSDHC/ microSDXC Silver Series Cards for action cameras, drones and Android smartphones. Rated U3 (UHS Speed Class 3), V30 (Video Speed Class 30) and A2 (Application Performance Class 2) for high-performance, the Class 10 cards […] The article Lexar Professional 1066x Silver Series microSD Cards with 160 MBps Speeds Launched was first published on Beebom

How to Take Screenshots without Using Any Buttons on iPhone

While it’s pretty straightforward to capture screenshots on iPhone with the combination of home/volume and side buttons, it doesn’t always seem to be the right or convenient way. Times when the buttons of the iPhone get damaged/don’t work or the pronounced buttons of the case installed on the device seem to be too stiff to […] The article How to Take Screenshots without Using Any Buttons on iPhone was first published on Beebom

iPhone 12 Pro’s Ceramic Shield Is Not as Scratch Resistant as You Might Expect

iPhone 12 series may not have changed a whole lot on the design front. The company, however, adopted a new Ceramic Shield to safeguard the screen of its latest flagships. Now, popular YouTube creator Zack Nelson has put the screen through its paces. And well, it appears like the Ceramic Shield might not be as […] The article iPhone 12 Pro’s Ceramic Shield Is Not as Scratch Resistant as You Might Expect was first published on Beebom

Google Play Store Testing a New ‘Compare Apps’ Section

Following a test that involves removing the hamburger menu, Google is testing a new feature to show direct comparisons between similar apps on Google Play Store to help users choose the app that suits their use-case. As spotted by Android Police, Google has added a new ‘Compare apps’ section in the app listing page. This section […] The article Google Play Store Testing a New ‘Compare Apps’ Section was first published on Beebom

Andhra Pradesh Wants to Ban 132 Websites Including EA.com to Prevent Gambling

Having announced a ban on digital betting platforms last month, the Andhra Pradesh government is now looking to enforce the new law by banning dozens of websites and applications that it accuses of promoting ‘harmful activities’. That’s according to NDTV Gadgets, which claims that Andhra CM, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, has written to the Center […] The article Andhra Pradesh Wants to Ban 132 Websites Including EA.com to Prevent Gambling was first published on Beebom

PlayStation App Redesign with New UI, Voice Chat & More Arrives Ahead of PS5 Launch

With the PS5 release right around the corner, Sony has now revamped the PlayStation app on Android and iOS to make more of your console’s features accessible from your mobile device. The standard PlayStation app redesign follows the PS Remote Play app, which was updated a couple of weeks ago. If you already use the […] The article PlayStation App Redesign with New UI, Voice Chat & More Arrives Ahead of PS5 Launch was first published on Beebom

How to Disable a Laptop Keyboard on Windows 10

It’s no secret that keyboards on Windows laptops are not that great, barring the ones found on expensive laptops. From my personal experience, I have seen keyboards going kaput just after a year of usage. Either some keys stop working straight away or worst, some keys are indefinitely pressed which makes it harder to perform […] The article How to Disable a Laptop Keyboard on Windows 10 was first published on Beebom