According to WABetaInfo, a website that tracks WhatsApp updates, the messaging app has redesigned the screen that appears when scanning a QR code for the 'Companion Mode' feature, which enables usage on a secondary device.
Previously, a waiting alert would display but now the new interface shows an estimated time for the process to complete.

The design is similar to the one used for linking a WhatsApp account to WhatsApp Desktop. The update is currently being rolled out to select beta testers, with plans for wider release in the near future. Additionally, WhatsApp is also working on an alert system that informs users of the option to include captions when forwarding media and gives the option to remove captions before sending.
The new feature aims to give users more control over the messages they send.

Beware of fake websites claiming to provide these codes in exchange for personal information. These codes grant players free access to in-game items such as weapons, clothing, and diamonds. However, only the first 500 users will be able to redeem them. To redeem the codes, players can go to their game vault on the game wall and enter the code to receive gold bars and diamonds. Please note that Garena Free Fire Max, a battle royale game, has been banned in India.

The codes are here

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To redeem the codes, players can go to Chrome's official Rewards Redemption site and log in using their Google, Facebook, or Twitter account. Once logged in, players can paste the code into the provided text box and click "confirm." The rewards will then be added to the player's in-game mail section, and the gold and diamonds will be added to their wallet.

Garena Free Fire Max was launched in September 2021 as an alternative to Garena Free Fire, which was banned by the Indian government. It is a battle royale game in which 52 players are dropped onto an island and must fight and survive against each other. Players can search for and scavenge weapons to use in the fight, and the last person standing is declared the winner. The game also offers a Classic mode for players to practice and six different terrains to choose from.

There is growing concern about the recent increase in Covid-19 cases in China and its potential impact on India. The Indian Health Ministry has directed states to send samples of positive cases to the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) to check for new and potentially concerning strains of the virus. The Health Minister has also called for a review of the current Covid-19 situation in India. While India's official numbers currently show only 3,408 active cases and a high vaccination rate, there is a fear that new variants may be taking root due to a lack of monitoring and mask mandates for public gatherings, and the removal of mask requirements at airports and railway stations. It is also important to note that it may be several weeks before a noticeable spike or wave of cases is confirmed by health authorities.

There are concerns about a potential global impact of the recent surge in Covid-19 cases in China, despite official reports of low weekly death counts. It is believed that the easing of containment measures has led to a large portion of the population lacking natural immunity to the virus. Some projections estimate that there could be up to a million new cases in China in the coming days. It is important to note that long lockdowns are not effective in eliminating the virus or preventing the emergence of new strains, and that vaccination is the most effective defense against severe disease. China has largely relied on domestically developed vaccines using inactivated virus technology, such as CoronaVac and Sinopharm, but the high vaccination rate has not prevented the current surge in cases. In India, it is important to not only identify the prevalent coronavirus variants but also to determine whether the administered vaccines continue to be effective. While most vaccines administered in India are the Covishield variant using the spike protein, it may be necessary to adapt to changes in the virus. The sequencing of strains by INSACOG should not be solely an academic exercise.

Google recently announced plans to develop a system that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to identify and decipher handwritten prescriptions written by doctors. This system is currently a research prototype and is not yet available to the public. When it is rolled out, it will allow users to take pictures of their prescriptions or upload them from their photo library, and the system will process the image and identify the medications mentioned in the prescription.

The system is intended to act as an assistive technology for digitizing handwritten medical documents, but it is not meant to make decisions on its own. Google also announced plans to introduce a Multisearch feature that will allow users to search by taking pictures or screenshots and adding text to their query, and a feature that will allow users to search for specific moments within a YouTube video. These features will be available in several Indian languages, including Hindi and Punjabi.

Amazon Prime Gaming has officially launched in India after being accidentally leaked on social media earlier this week. This service, which is included with an Amazon Prime subscription, offers Indian gamers access to free in-game rewards and free full-length PC games. It also includes in-game benefits for popular games like League of Legends, Madden NFL, Apex Legends, and more. International users also have the option to get one free Prime subscription per month to support their favorite Twitch streamers, but this feature is currently not available in India.

Use these steps to claim free rewards and games

Here is the steps for accessing and using Amazon Prime Gaming in India to claim free in-game rewards and games like Quake:

Step 1
Open official Amazon Prime Gaming website using the link below. Amazon Prime Gaming

Step 2

Make sure to sign in to your Amazon Prime Account. Users who currently do not own Prime Subscription can try it out by choosing the “Try Prime” option in the top-right corner of the page. But those who have a subscription and are signed in will find an “Activate Prime Gaming” button at the top right.

Step 3

From here, you can click the “Get in-game content” button on the game you play and follow the on-screen instructions.

Step 4
To claim the free reward or game, you will need to link your respective game client account with Prime Gaming.

Step 5

Once you successfully link your game account to Amazon Prime Gaming in India, you will find your free reward in the game. And that’s all. Easy, Enjoy...

In order to play some of the games claimed through Prime Gaming, users will need to download the Amazon Games app on their Windows PC. Prime Gaming is included with an Amazon Prime subscription, which costs Rs 179 per month or Rs 1499 for an annual subscription in India. Indian gamers can also try out the service for free through the Amazon Prime subscription trial.

WhatsApp, a messaging platform owned by Facebook, has introduced a new feature called "Accidental delete" that aims to provide users with a safety net in case they accidentally delete a message they meant to keep or delete a message for themselves instead of for everyone in a group chat. This feature allows users to recover a message that was mistakenly deleted within a five-second window by clicking on the option to "Delete for Everyone." The "Accidental delete" feature is available on both Android and iPhone devices. This new feature follows the recent launch of "Message Yourself," a feature exclusive to India that allows users to send notes, reminders, and other updates to themselves in a 1:1 chat.

How it works : Garena Free Fire MAX is offering players the chance to get special in-game items on December 19th through redeem codes. These codes can be used to unlock free rewards such as weapon loot crates, emotes, and more. Players can also use the codes to get free upgrades for their characters, weapons, and pets. The developers of Garena Free Fire MAX regularly release new redeem codes and offers to keep players engaged in the game. While some in-game items can be purchased with real money, these redeem codes allow players to obtain them at no cost.
The Evo M1887 is now available for players to obtain through the faded wheel. This weapon will give your character a boost in gameplay. Garena North America has announced that players can get the Evo M1887 by using evolution tokens on the faded wheel. Players can increase the rate of fire after reloading by topping up and obtaining these tokens.

As a player of Garena Free Fire MAX, it is important to get character upgrades, skins, rewards, armor, and weapons in order to have a better chance of survival in the classic battle royale style gameplay. You can redeem daily codes to obtain as many of these rewards as possible. Keep in mind that there is no limit on the number of codes you can redeem, but each code can only be used once.
Get free items from Garena Free Fire MAX by redeeming codes on December 19th!

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Garena Free Fire MAX Redeem Codes for December 19: Grab free items now!

Step 1:Visit the Redemption website of the game by clicking on the link- Click here

Step 2:Log in to your game account using either Facebook, Google, Twitter, Apple ID, Huawei ID, and VK.

Step 3:You will now have to enter any of the redeem codes into the text box and then click on the confirm button.

Step 4:And you are done! You will get a message saying if the redemption was successful or not. The rewards will display in your mail section within 24 hours in case of a successful redemption.

To take advantage of this offer, users must share the link with one or more friends and make their purchase within 24 hours. The additional discount is 15%. This feature is currently only available on mobile devices. The Flipkart Big Savings Days Sale will take place from December 16th to December 21st, featuring discounts on various categories including fashion, electronics, home appliances, and more.

To use the Flipkart Group Buy feature, follow these steps
1. Open the Flipkart app and go to the 'Fashion' category.
2. Scroll down to find the 'Flipkart Group Buy Shop Together' feature.
3. Find products that are eligible for the group buy offer in the specified categories.
4 . Share the link with one or more friends, who must make their purchase within 24 hours. If they don't, the order will be cancelled and the money refunded.
During the Flipkart Big Savings Days Sale, you can also get a 5% cashback on purchases made with an Axis Bank Credit card, as well as a Rs 250 gift card on select purchases through the Pay Later feature. Other benefits include complete mobile protection, no-cost EMI, and exchange offers on smartphones. The sale includes discounts of up to 75% on smart TVs and home appliances, as well as discounts on laptops like the Dell Inspiron 3567."

How it works : When you go to the direct messages section of Instagram, you will see a list of notes from people who follow you or have added you to their Close Friends list. You can scroll through these notes in a single line.
To add a note to your profile, go to your direct messages and click the "plus" icon on your profile picture. You can add and delete notes as often as you want, and they will stay on your profile for up to 24 hours. Other users can respond to your notes just like they can respond to a story.
On Instagram, users can create a list of "Close Friends" who have access to certain content that is not shared with their entire list of followers. This Close Friends list is the same for both Instagram Stories and Instagram Notes. However, there is a difference in how the content is displayed. When a Close Friends story is posted, a green circle appears around the profile picture on the user's home feed to indicate that the viewer is on the Close Friends list. In contrast, there is no visual indication in Instagram Notes that a message has been sent only to the Close Friends list. If a user wants to confirm whether they are part of someone's Close Friends list, they can go to the person's profile and look for the green "Following" label.

These smartphones currently support 5G in India

Since the launch of 5G in India in October this year, more cities are quickly gaining support for the next-generation network. Both Airtel and Jio now offer 5G coverage in many Tier-I areas, prompting some users to consider upgrading to a 5G device for their next smartphone. However, it's important to note that simply having a phone that supports 5G isn't enough – most brands also need to release software updates that enable their phones to connect to and use the new network. Many brands have already released such updates, allowing certain phones to be 5G-ready in India. Here is a detailed overview of the brands and specific phones that are currently able to access 5G in the country.

Apple
Apple Apple was not one of the first brands to release 5G-ready software in India, but with its iOS 16.2 update which rolled out earlier this week, all of Apple’s 5G-capable devices are now ready for 5G speeds. These include the entire iPhone 12 series, iPhone 13 series and iPhone 14 series, along with the iPhone SE Gen 3 (2022).
Note that you will have to update to the latest iOS version on these phones first, and if you’re on Jio 5G, you will also need to be sure you have been enrolled into Jio’s Welcome Offer 5G program.

Samsung
A number of Samsung phones have received 5G-ready software updates across the lineup. These include the Galaxy S21 series, Galaxy S22 series, the Galaxy Z Fold 2, Z Fold 3, Z Fold 4, Z Flip 3, Z Flip 4 and the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. Also supported are the Galaxy S20 FE, Galaxy M52, Galaxy M42, Galaxy F42, Galaxy M32, Galaxy M13, Galaxy M53, Galaxy M33, Galaxy A73, Galaxy A22, Galaxy A52s, and the Galaxy A33.

OnePlus
The entire lineup of OnePlus phones that support 5G have now received required software updates and are effectively 5G-ready. These include the OnePlus 10 series, OnePlus 9 series, and the OnePlus 8 series phones. Also updated and ready for 5G are the OnePlus Nord, Nord 2, Nord 2T, Nord CE, Nord CE 2, Nord CE Lite 2.

Google Pixel
Google’s Pixel 6 series and Pixel 7 series phones have not yet received any software update that ready the phones for 5G support in India. An update is expected to be released this month for these phones.

Nothing
The Nothing Phone (1) is the only phone launched by the company and it currently supports both Airtel and Jio 5G networks.

Xiomi , Redmi , Poco
The Xiaomi Mi 10 series (Mi 10, Mi 10i, Mi 10T, Mi 10T Pro), the Xiaomi 11 series (Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11X, Mi 11X Pro, Xiaomi 11X, Xiaomi 11 Lite NE, Xiaomi 11T Pro, Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge, Xiaomi 11i) and the Xiaomi 12 Pro are 5G ready in India. Coming to Redmi smartphones, the Redmi Note 11T 5G, Redmi Note 10T, Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus, Redmi 11 Prime and Redmi K50i have received 5G software updates and are also ready for 5G speeds. The Poco M4, Poco M4 Pro, Poco M3 Pro, Poco F3 GT, Poco F4 and Poco X4 Pro are also currently 5G ready.

Realme
Here is a categorised list of all the Realme smartphones that are currently 5G-ready.
Realme 10 series – Realme 10 Pro, Realme 10 Pro+.
Realme 8 and 9 series – Realme 9i, Realme 8s, Realme 8 5G, Realme 9, Realme 9 Pro, Realme 9 pro Plus, Realme 9 SE.
Realme X series – Realme X7, Realme X7 Pro, Realme X7 Max, Realme X50 Pro.
Realme Narzo series – Narzo 50, Narzo 50 Pro, Narzo 30 5G, Narzo 30 Pro 5G.
Realme GT series – Realme GT, Realme GT ME, Realme GT 2, Realme GT 2 Pro, Realme GT Neo 2, Realme GT Neo 3, Realme GT Neo 3 150W, Realme GT Neo 3T.

Oppo
The Oppo Reno 5G Pro, Reno 6, Reno 6 Pro, Reno 7, Reno 7 pro, Reno 8, Reno 8 Pro are currently 5G ready. Also updated for 5G are the Oppo F19 Pro+, Oppo F21 Pro, Oppo F21s Pro, Oppo K10, Oppo A74, and Oppo A53s.

Vivo
The Vivo X50 Pro, X 60, X 60 Pro, X60 Pro+, X70, X70 Pro, X70 Pro+, X80 and X80 Pro are now 5G ready. The Vivo V20 Pro, V21, V21e, V23, V23 Pro, V23e, V25 and V25 Pro are also 5G ready. Other updated models include the Vivo T1, Vivo T1 Pro and Vivo Y72.

iQOO
All of iQOO’s 5G smartphones are now updated and ready for 5G. These include the iQOO 7 series, iQOO 9 series, iQOO Z6, IQOO Z6 Pro, iQOO Z 6 Lite, iQOO Z3, iQOO Z5, iQOO Neo 6 and iQOO 3 are also supported.

Motorola
Motorola has updated Motorola Edge 30 series, Motorola Edge 20 series, and the Moto Razr 5G to support 5G networks in India. The Moto G62, G82, G51, G71 also support the 5G networks.

Other Phones
n addition to the previously mentioned brands and phones, there are several other smartphones that are currently 5G-ready in India. These include the Infinix Zero Ultra, Lava Blaze, Lava Agni, Nokia XR20, Nokia G60, Tecno Camon 19 Pro, Tecno Pova, Tecno Pova Neo, Infinix Zero, Infinix Note 12 series, and Infinix Hot 20. The Asus ROG Phone series, the LG Wing, and the Honor 50 also support 5G, but they have not yet received a software update to enable their use on the 5G network in India.

Iphone 15 is estimating a price of $1300 (1.1 Lakhs) so it will be cheaper than previous iPhone 14 Pro

The iPhone 15 Ultra is rumored to be the most expensive model in the upcoming iPhone 15 series, which is expected to be released in 2023. According to reports, the iPhone 15 Ultra will be cheaper than the current iPhone 14 Pro, which is currently sold for $1,299. Apple is rumored to be replacing the iPhone 15 Pro Max with the iPhone 15 Ultra, potentially due to the success of the Apple Watch Ultra. The iPhone 15 Pro models are also expected to feature USB-C 3.2 or Thunderbolt 3 transfer speeds, which could significantly enhance data transfer speeds. There are also reports that the iPhone 15 will not include Touch ID and will instead feature Qualcomm's 5G modem chips. Additionally, the iPhone 15 may make the Dynamic Island feature, previously only available on Pro models, available on all models of the iPhone 15.
The Cupertino-based tech giant apparently plans to replace the iPhone 15 Pro Max with the iPhone 15 Ultra. Bloomberg's Ming-Chi Kuo had earlier claimed that the success of Apple Watch Ultra could be the reason behind Apple's decision to change the name.
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Samsung Galaxy S23 series rumour round-up: Bags up new certifications...

The Galaxy S23 series is expected to launch in February 2023, and it will most likely have three devices: Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra. While all three phones have been spotted on various certification platforms in the past, today, the Galaxy S23 has made a visit to two more certification platforms, Thailand’s NBTC and India’s BIS, which reveal a few interesting details.
Previously, it was speculated that the model number of one of the variants of the Galaxy S23 is SM-S911B/DS. However, there was no confirmation about it. Today, the same model made an appearance on Thai NBTC for certification. Interestingly, the listing mentions that its marketing name is Galaxy S23, confirming the previous speculation about its name and model number.
Along with NBTC, the Galaxy S23 (SM-S911B/DS) also made a visit to the BIS certification platform, which confirms that the company is working towards bringing the smartphone to India. Considering that the Galaxy S23 is now getting certified by different authorities, it looks like the phone’s development is complete, and the launch of the Galaxy S23 lineup is on track.
According to previous leaks, the Galaxy S23 will feature an overclocked version of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. More importantly, the phone will get the same chipset in all countries. So, hopefully, this time, you don’t have to complain about Samsung giving special treatment to some countries and offering others with the less-capable Exynos chipset.
The previous leaks have also revealed that the Galaxy S23 will get a 3,785mAh battery with support for 25W wired charging, and its connectivity options will include 5G, Wi-Fi 6, UWB, and NFC. Although the details about its display and camera are scarce at the moment, expect Samsung to offer newer and improved camera sensors as well as a better screen.(know more).

The 5G support will be available for the users of iPhone 12, iPhone 13, iPhone 14, and third generation iPhone SE

Apple users in India will be able to avail 5G services in India from today with the iOS 16.2 being rolled out with the software required to access the next generation networks in India. Apple has made the public beta update of the same available for testing a month for select users. Interestingly, despite the update an iPhone 14 Pro Max on the Airtel network showed the 5G software was still not available. However, after the update users will be able to see the 5G options in network settings. With the Beta update, Apple had hoped to collect feedback about the network proficiency and resolve issues before the final software update to all users. 5G promises to give users access to faster download speeds and low latency and with it new new use cases like cloud gaming.(know more).

Freeform for iPhone, iPad, and Mac makes visual collaboration easier than ever

Freeform is an all-new app available starting today, included in the latest versions of iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Freeform helps users organize and visually lay out content on a flexible canvas, giving them the ability to see, share, and collaborate all in one place without worrying about layouts or page sizes. Users can add a wide range of files and preview them inline without ever leaving the board. Designed for collaboration, Freeform makes it easier than ever to invite others to work on a board together. Users can even collaborate with others while on a FaceTime call. Freeform boards are stored in iCloud, so users can stay in sync across devices.
“Freeform opens up endless possibilities for iPhone, iPad, and Mac users to visually collaborate,” said Bob Borchers, Apple’s vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing. “With an infinite canvas, support for uploading a wide range of files, iCloud integration, and collaboration capabilities, Freeform creates a shared space for brainstorming that users can take anywhere.”(know more).

Beginning in January, Microsoft Edge will no longer receive official support, along with both Windows 7 and 8.

The year is 2009. Nvidia's GTX 295 was ruling the graphics card market, Apple had recently released the iPhone 3G, and Microsoft had announced its newest operating system, Windows 7, to high amounts of consumer praise. Users finally felt like a suitable upgrade from Windows XP had arrived, and within two years, roughly 45 percent of PC owners had installed Windows 7 on their machines. Fast forward three years, and along comes Windows 8. In case you've forgotten, Windows 8 launched without a start menu, instead focusing on a new, "modern" full screen tile design. To put its reception in context, Windows 8 barely gained a sliver of market share more than two years after its release. Following massive negative response from users, Microsoft released Windows 8.1 just a year later. While the Windows 8.1 update improved the OS, the stigma surrounding Windows 8 remained. Windows 8.1 never gained more than 20 percent of the overall Windows market share, while Windows 7 and Windows 10 both managed higher adoption rates in only eight months.(know more).

Neom - The Future City

The 170-kilometre (110 mi) long city is part of Saudi Vision 2030 project, which Saudi Arabia claims will create 380,000 jobs and add $48 billion to the country's GDP. The Line is planned to be the first development in Neom, a $500 billion project. The city's plans anticipate a population of 9 million...(know more).