Sayonara Player is a free and open-source audio player written for Linux and BSD operating systems using the C++ programming language. It is built with support for the Qt framework and it uses GStreamer as its audio backend. From the moment you launch Sayonara for the first time, you will notice that it is built […]
Microsoft’s Chief Product Officer (Windows + Devices), Panos Panay, announced in a blog post that 64-bit (x64) app support would come to Windows 10 on ARM in November under the Windows Insider Program.
“We are excited about the momentum we are seeing from app partners embracing Windows 10 on ARM, taking advantage of the power and performance benefits of Qualcomm Snapdragon processors,” Panos said.
“We will also expand support for running x64 apps, with x64 emulation starting to roll out to the Windows Insider Program in November.”
Windows 10 on ARM currently supports native ARM64 apps, but it’s only limited to 32-bit x86 app support enabled via an emulator. The upcoming support for apps leveraging the x64 architecture will also be enabled via an emulator.
However, past reports have suggested that Microsoft has had a hard time pushing the 64-bit app’s performance to satisfactory levels.
The news about an x64 emulator in the making has been floating since last year, and more evidence was spotted earlier in May. So, in a way, the emulator doesn’t come as a surprise.
Here, the lack of x64 app support puts Windows 10 ARM at a big disadvantage as many resource-hungry Windows 10 apps now only come in a 64-bit version such as Adobe Premiere Pro and other Creative Cloud apps, to name a few.
Windows 10 on ARM is an operating system optimized to work with ARM-powered processors. As of now, Microsoft is in a partnership with Qualcomm, which markets ARM-based chips under the Snapdragon brand name. In other words, the 64-bit app support will arrive for Snapdragon PCs.
In addition to this, Redmond is also launching a version of Microsoft Teams optimized for Windows 10 ARM. In an attempt to boost app compatibility, it has already announced the App Assure program for Snapdragon PCs.
D-Wave has launched Advantage, a quantum computing platform, for users of its cloud service, Leap. With Advantage, users will now be able to run 5K-qubit computations and optimize their business.
In quantum computing, information is stored in the form of qubit or quantum bit. Qubits are more powerful than the bits used in classical computers. This is because, while bits can either store zero or one at a time, qubits can hold both the values simultaneously.
Advantage Offers Enhanced Power And Connectivity
D-Wave promises at least 5K-qubit computing power or more on the various Advantage systems, accessible via Leap. This is an upgrade from their previous quantum computer, 2000Q, which only operates on up to 2K-qubits of quantum information.
Advantage comes with D-Wave’s latest Pegasus topology which can string together up to 15 qubits. This is more than double the connectivity offered by the older Chimera topology. CEO Alan Baratz claims that the new topology will enable businesses to natively solve problems in 600-800-variable range.
According to Baratz, the new platform is “the first quantum computer designed and developed from the ground up to support business applications.”
D-Wave’s Solution To More Complex Problems
Besides Advantage, the Canadian firm introduced the Discrete Quadratic Model (DQM) solver service which will be available via Leap from October 8. DQM uses multiple variable sets instead of only binary variables and thus enhances Advantage’s areas of application.
DQM will also enable Advantage to process problems having 1 million variables. The previous solver service could only deal with 10K variable-problems.
Baratz further stated that the new solver technology will help businesses solve “production-scale commercial applications”. He compared the Advantage with the 2000Q and highlighted how 2000Q’s successor can solve the same optimization problems but at a bigger scale and higher complexity.
D-Wave also debuted ‘Launch’ today — a program where the company’s experts assist businesses with their quantum computing needs.
With the announcement of the Tesla Model S Plaid variant on Tesla Battery Day, Elon Musk once again made his fans super excited. The specifications of this new variant of the Model S are so impressive that EV enthusiasts have started comparing it with the company’s electric sports car Tesla Roadster.
Today we will give an overview of both the electric cars and their specifications, and in the end, we’ll discuss which one is a better deal.
Since both the Model S Plaid variant and Roadster are not available on the market, we’ll be comparing both cars based on their on-paper specifications.
Before we start, here’s a quick overview of both these electric vehicles.
Tesla Model S, Image: Tesla
Tesla Model S is the flagship electric sedan from the US EV maker. Currently, the performance and long-range variants of Tesla Model S are available in the market. Recently, the automaker has unveiled its latest variant, Model S Plaid, with some big improvements. The Model S Plaid variant would hit the market in late 2021; however, customers can book it online through its website.
On the other hand, we have the one and only Tesla’s Sports electric car Roadster. Similar to Model S Plaid, people can book Roadster online from the company’s official website. An interesting fact about the EV is that Elon Musk sent one cherry Roadster unit into space back in 2017.
Tesla RoadsterImage: Tesla
Most of you guys already know that in terms of specifications, Tesla Roadster is quite ahead of Model S Plaid. Still, there is a significant margin between the price of these cars that can change the overall preference of an individual.
Acceleration
According to Tesla, Roadster can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 1.9 seconds. For the Model S Plaid, Tesla claims it can do 0 to 60 mph in less than 2.0 seconds, which means it could be somewhere between 1.9 and 2.0 seconds.
While less than 2.0 could also mean anything below 1.9 seconds, it’s very unlikely. Since the exact acceleration value for Model S Plaid will be less than 2.0 seconds, we can say it’s pretty close competition.
Electric Range
The current Tesla Model S has a maximum electric range of 402 miles. However, the upcoming Plaid variant will have an EPA range of 520+ miles.
On the other hand, Tesla Roadster will have an electric range of 620 miles, almost 100 miles more than the Model S Plaid.
Top Speed
Officially, Tesla Model S Plaid will have a top speed of 200 mph, whereas Roadster will be able to achieve a speed of up to 250 mph.
Price
The EV maker has priced the Model S Plaid at $139,900. Meanwhile, Tesla Roadster has a price tag of $200,000 and $250,000 for its Founder Series.
So Which One Is A Better Deal?
Image: Tesla
Though Tesla Roadster leads its sibling Model S Plaid in all parameters, it’s far too expensive at the same time. On paper, Roadster is clearly a winner, but it’s $60,000 expensive than the Model S Plaid. One could buy Tesla Model 3 or Model Y within this margin.
Also, there are a few things that one might not be aware of.
The Model S Plaid will be available to customers by the end of 2021. However, when we talk about Roadster, there is still no confirmation from the automaker about its final release date. Based on our research, we expect Tesla Roadster to hit the roads in either 2023 or early 2024.
By then, the Model S Plaid will surely have better specifications then now. Furthermore, looking at the past record of Tesla, it’s also possible that the electric car might get more affordable.
Is It Worth Waiting For Tesla Roadster?
If we consider the price and availability of both the cars, then for many people, an electric range of 520+, a top speed of 200 mph would be sufficient. On top of that, the Model S Plaid is as quick as Roadster. In that scenario, it would be a better choice for people to buy Model S Plaid. In addition, the Model S Plaid is the best choice for people looking for an electric sedan instead of a sports car.
However, Tesla Roadster is sportier and muscular than the Model S. It has room for four passengers, which is not common in sports cars. If someone is more into a sports car and has a good budget, then Roadster is one of the best options. Nevertheless, they’ll have to wait for few years to grab their hands on this fantastic electric sports car.
Anyway, it mainly depends on an individual’s requirements that lead to a final decision.
Do share your views on the same in the comments section below.
Editor's note: Thank you to returning contributor Matthew Higgins for these reflections on what the return and preservation of Linux Journal means.
As we welcome the return of Linux Journal, it’s worth recognizing the impact of the September 22nd announcement of the magazine’s return and how it sparked many feelings of nostalgia and excitement in thousands among the Linux community. That being said, it is also worth noting that the ways in which journalism has changed since Linux Journal’s first publication in 1994. The number of printed magazines have significantly decreased and exclusively digitally published content has become the norm in most cases. Linux Journal experienced this change in 2011 when the print version of the magazine was discontinued. Although many resented the change, it is far from the only magazine that embraced this trend. Despite the bitterness by some, embracing the digital version of Linux Journal allowed for its writers and publishers to direct their focus on taking full advantage of what the internet had to offer.
Despite several advantages of an online publishing format, one concern that was becoming increasingly concerning for Linux Journal until September 22nd, 2020 was the survival of the Linux Journal website. If the website were to have shut down, the community would have potentially lost access to hundreds (or thousands) of articles and documents that were only published on the Linux Journal website and were not collectively available anywhere else. Even if an individual possessed the archive of the monthly issues of the journal, an attempt to republish it would be potentially legally problematic and would certainly show a lack of consideration for the rights of the authors who originally wrote the articles.
Thanks to Slashdot Media, however, the Linux community no longer needs to express concern over the potential loss of the official Linux Journal archive of publications for the foreseeable future. Given its recent return, it seems like an appropriate time to emphasize the important role that Linux Journal played (and will continue to play) in the Linux community since 1994 and the opportunity to continue this role as the number of Linux users and enthusiasts continues to grow. The journal provides readers with access to several decades of articles and content that date back to the earliest days of Linux. Furthermore, Linux Journal preserves this content as an archive that tells a fascinating history of the kernel and the community built around it.
After weeks of leaks and rumors, Google has finally announced the Pixel 5 at its Launch Night In event. Alongside, it has also launched a 5G variant of the Google Pixel 4a.
Google Pixel 5
The new Google Pixel 5 comes with a 6-inch FHD+ OLED display with support for HDR 10+ and 90Hz refresh rate, and a punch-hole camera cutout in the top left corner. The screen is protected by Gorilla Glass 6.
As expected based on the leaks, Google is not going with a flagship chipset; the device is powered by the Snapdragon 765G. On the bright side, the Pixel 5 comes with a whooping 4,080mAh. Users can expect good battery life on the Pixel 5, thanks to a combination of Google’s on-device machine learning and the lower end chipset. The smartphone supports 18W charging as well as wireless charging.
Now let’s talk about cameras — the square-shaped module holds a dual-camera setup. The primary one is a 16MP ultrawide lens, while the other one is a 12.2MP lens. The configuration is different from Pixel 4, which had a 16MP telephoto lens instead of the new ultrawide lens. On the front, it’s still the same 8MP shooter.
Again, it’s a single variant; however, Google has decided to go up with 8GB RAM and 128GB of storage space. There are two colors this time — Just Black and Subtle Sage Green. The Google Pixel 5 is priced at $699, and it will start selling on October 15.
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Google’s Pixel 4a has got a solid upgrade in the form of the new Pixel 4a 5G. First of all, the device has the same SoC as the Pixel 5 i.e., Snapdragon 765G.
The 5G variant of Google’s Pixel 4a will also come with a larger 6.2-inch OLED display. The best part about the Google Pixel 4a 5G is that it offers the same camera module as the Pixel 5, i.e., a 16MP ultrawide and a 12.2 MP camera.
The device comes with a 3,885 mAh battery, a small jump from the standard variant. Apart from that, everything else is the same — plastic body, fingerprint sensor on the back, 6GB RAM along with 128GB storage space, and, best of all, a headphone jack.
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is priced at $499. The phone goes on sale in Japan starting October 15 and will roll out to eight other countries in November.
Furthermore, both devices come with Android 11 out of the box.
Buying the new Google Pixel 5 or Pixel 4a 5G will get you three months of Stadia Pro, as well as a YouTube Premium subscription. Apart from that, you will also get free 100GB Google One storage, Google Play Pass, and Google Play points.
Google has finally unveiled its next-gen streaming device called Google Chromecast with Google TV, also known by its rumored codename Sabrina. The new device was launched at the company’s annual hardware event titled Launch Night In.
Much like it’s happening in recent years, almost all the device details have leaked already. In fact, new Chromecast devices reportedly went on sale at some Walmart and Home Depot stores. Some users grabbed the opportunity, purchased the Chromecast device, and posted the discovered specs on Reddit.
Chromecast 2020: What’s Inside?
Anyway, let’s talk about what specs the new Chromecast with Google TV has to offer. First of all, the mile-long name is because the streaming device runs an updated version of Android TV known as Google TV.
It’s worth noting that Chromecast now provides an experience closer to what you get on Amazon Fire TV and other streaming devices. It’s not bad, but it takes away the simplicity that Chromecast devices have always provided.
What’s more interesting and also confusing is that Google TV existed in the past and was replaced by Android TV – a version of Android OS designed to run on media devices. Now, the company is turning to history again and has renamed Android TV to Google TV.
The new Chromecast can run titles at 4K60fps and supports modern audio and video formats such as Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Atmos, etc. to enhance the viewing experience.
The streaming device comes with support for dual-band WiFi-AC, Bluetooth, and USB-C in the connectivity department. Just like always, it connects to the TV directly using the HDMI interface.
Furthermore, the 2020 Chromecast comes with a remote control that uses 2 AAA batteries to power itself. It comes with Bluetooth support and an IR sensor to control the TV, soundbar, etc.
The remote also comes with Google Assistant integration and has dedicated buttons for Netflix and YouTube. It is available in three color options, including Snow, Sky, and Sunrise.
The next-gen Chromecast device is available with a price tag of $49.99 in the US. It’ll arrive in other countries by the end of the year.
In addition to this, Google has also unveiled a bunch of other hardware at the event, including Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5, and new Nest Speakers. The search giant already launched the Pixel 4a last month, which is now its only budget smartphone after replacing the Pixel 3a.
Switching from your ISP’s offering to a custom DNS server can be beneficial. As many have experienced, these public DNS servers from the house of Google, Cisco, and others offer much better performance in terms of latency and features.
DNS servers have come a long way, and now they offer a lot more than throwing out the name of a website after it gets an IP address from a client device. Modern DNS servers provide advanced security features that protect your queries while they’re in transit. You can read more about what a DNS server is and how it works.
In addition, switching to a third-party DNS server can have other advantages as well. For instance, you can browse websites that are sometimes blocked by your ISP at the DNS level.
So, if you’re looking for some good custom DNS servers, here we have compiled a list of the most popular and reliable public DNS servers in the market.
The name of this public DNS server resembles its IP address, i.e., 9.9.9.9. The free DNS service was co-developed by the Global Cyber Alliance, IBM, and Packet Clearing House. It’s aimed at blocking malicious websites to prevent phishing attacks, etc. on the web.
To accomplish this security aspect, Quad9 collects updated data from various providers and public sources, which is then fed into its system. The public DNS service claims that it doesn’t store any personal data of the users. Quad9 supports the DNSCrypt protocol, which, as the name says, encrypts the connection between the client device and the DNS server to prevent MITM attacks.
In addition to a primary DNS server that enables domain blocklist and DNSSEC validation, Quad9 also offers an unsecured DNS server address that can be used to know if the Quad9 threat feed has flagged a legit domain as insecure.
Quad9 provides public DNS servers that work with IPv4 and IPv6 addresses. Furthermore, just like Google DNS, it offers support for DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and DNS over TLS (DoT) security features.
Arguably, Google Public DNS is the most popular custom DNS service you can find these days. It manages to justify its popularity by offering some advanced features for the users. However, Google’s known habit of tracking almost everything might divert some users to other alternatives.
The service was launched in 2009 and has since been updated to match industry-standards. As of now, Google DNS servers handle more than a trillion DNS queries from devices in a single day.
Google Public DNS comes with support for security features like DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and DNS over TLS (DoT), both of which are used on various platforms to secure queries made by users.
It also works with the next-gen IPv6 protocol, which is the successor to the IPv4. Google Public DNS can give the much-needed latency boost that your ISP struggles with, thereby improving the website loading speed. Oh, and as a side note, you shouldn’t confuse it with increasing internet speed.
You may have heard about the content delivery network (CDN) Cloudflare. In 2018, Cloudflare launched its free DNS service called 1.1.1.1 that provides one-tap access to users.
1.1.1.1 is one of the fastest DNS servers on the internet when it comes to latency, an essential factor to consider in domain name resolution. It supports DoH, DoT, and DNSSEC.
Right now, the 1.1.1.1 app is available for Android and iOS devices, but Cloudflare is also working on Windows 10 and macOS versions of its DNS apps. However, just like other popular DNS services on this list, you can configure Cloudflare DNS directly in the system settings using its IP address.
The public DNS resolver has a different version called 1.1.1.1 For Families that, among various features, comes with built-in parental control features to block adult content.
OpenDNS is another known name when talking about the best DNS servers for 2020. It was founded back in 2005 and acquired by Cisco in 2015.
The free DNS service is a great option for home and personal use as it provides various security features to prevent phishing attacks and content filtering. OpenDNS supports both IPv4 and IPV6 addresses and comes with support for DoH but not DoT. It also offers support for the DNSCrypt protocol, and in fact, OpenDNS was the first service to adopt it.
OpenDNS handles more than 140 billion DNS requests per day and has over 90 million users worldwide. The free DNS service started as an ad-supported offering, which was dropped in later years.
It has 30+ fast DNS servers located on different continents to provide seamless and faster DNS resolution in various parts of the world.
The public DNS resolver focuses on providing filters that enable parental controls and block adult content. In other words, it’s primarily designed with keeping kids in mind. CleanBrowsing is a relatively small-sized service compared to Quad9 or Cloudflare, which explains the focused approach it has.
In terms of features, the free version of the DNS service supports all popular security features, including DNSCrypt, DoH, DoT, and DNSCrypt. The DNS resolver offers separate IP addresses for families, adults, and security filters for free.
However, it mainly offers paid plans for a more dedicated DNS service, which is also its primary business model. The Basic plan starts at $59.99/year and offers 19 custom filters and blocks, active monitoring, etc.
CleanBrowsing provides a dedicated app for Windows and macOS computers that enables DNS filters in a single click. However, it’s surprising that CleanBrowsing doesn’t have an Android app that is more required.
CleanBrowsing Family
DNS Server Address
IPv4
185.228.168.168, 185.228.169.168
IPv6
2a0d:2a00:1::, 2a0d:2a00:2::
CleanBrowsing Adult
DNS Server Address
IPv4
185.228.168.10, 185.228.169.11
IPv6
2a0d:2a00:1::1, 2a0d:2a00:2::1
CleanBrowsing Security
DNS Server Address
IPv4
185.228.168.9, 185.228.169.9
IPv6
2a0d:2a00:1::2, 2a0d:2a00:2::2
How to use a custom DNS server on your PC?
You have an idea of the top-rated DNS services of 2020. Now, configuring a custom DNS server on your computer is a simple task that you can do in a few clicks. You can refer to our detailed guide on how to setup DNS server on your Windows 10 PC.
Why should you use a Pubic DNS Server?
There could be multiple reasons that might motivate you to resort to a custom or public DNS resolver for your device. Here, we have summed up a couple of points that I think could be important reasons to consider:
Better performance over your ISP’s offering in most cases.
Unblock websites and bypass censorship.
Use DNS filtering to block offensive content.
Protect your device from malicious sites and unwanted ads.
Use public DNS as an alternative when your ISP’s server goes down.
How to find the fastest DNS server?
Almost every service mentioned on this list offers fast DNS servers to the users. However, there are various factors responsible for the so-called speed of a DNS resolver. However, one major factor is the distance at which a DNS server is located from your home or office.
A DNS server located 1000 miles away will be slower compared to the one at 500 miles, provided everything else remains the same. Hence, one of the ways is you can compare the latency or response time of different DNS servers. The one that provides lower latency numbers should be your choice.
So, this is all we know about public DNS servers and what they can do? This could be helpful if you’re looking for a free DNS server even for casual use, let alone using it as your daily driver. If you have something to add, drop your thoughts in the comments down below.
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Following months of speculations, the OnePlus 8T Pro has been officially canceled for this year. The 8T Pro was expected to debut alongside OnePlus 8T, but it seems that it is no longer the case now.
OnePlus CEO Pete Lau, under the name “Liu Zuohu”, made the public announcement on the Chinese social media site, Weibo. He noted that plans for an 8T Pro were snubbed as there was “no room for upgrade” after the OnePlus 8 Pro. He also hailed OnePlus 8 Pro as “the annual machine king”.
Looking back at the specifications of the 8 Pro, it’s hard to argue with the Chinese smartphone giant’s confidence in the device. OnePlus 8 Pro, which launched in April, boasts a range of premium features including 120 Hz Fluid AMOLED display, Snapdragon 865, and wireless charging.
On the other hand, OnePlus 8T, which is set to release on October 14, is expected to arrive with flagship features such as 120Hz Fluid AMOLED display, Snapdragon 865+ SoC, 65W fast-charging, etc.
Apart from the 8T, OnePlus is also expected to announce new additions to its Nord lineup of mid-range smartphones during the event. OnePlus Nord’s cryptic Instagram post with the caption “#ComingSoon” is a major hint towards the rumored OnePlus Nord N10 5G.
Although OnePlus 8T Pro has been canceled for this year, OnePlus fans still have a lot to look forward to. However, those of you who were waiting for the 8T Pro should instead go for the 8 Pro now, which is the most premium offering from the smartphone titan in 2020.
The Tails (The Amnesic Incognito Live System) team recently announced the release of their latest version, Tails 4.11 with several major security vulnerability fixes added on top the numerous security holes fixed in Tails 4.10. The Debian-based, live distro with the sole purpose of providing users with Internet anonymity by directing Internet traffic through the […]
Disney+ GroupWatch is a feature that lets people stream and co-watch movies and TV shows with friends from different locations. The feature first arrived as a test version in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand; it has now launched in the US.
Disney+ GroupWatch feature will appear on the “Details Page” of a movie or TV show. All you have to do is select “GroupWatch” for a title and send out invites. You can invite up to 6 people to share the stream, provided they all have Disney+ subscription. The invite needs to be sent out from mobile or web but can be viewed on connected TV devices too.
While using GroupWatch, the playback is synchronized, and any of the participants can play or pause the stream for everyone. They can also share emojis on the screen during the streaming. However, no chat window option is available for participants to talk during the stream.
GroupWatch Alternatives On Other Apps
Other streaming services like Amazon Prime Video and Netflix also support similar features either directly or via extensions. Amazon Prime Video’s “Watch Party” feature in the US lets up to 100 subscribers to join a stream.
Coming to Netflix, it is yet to launch a co-watching feature officially. Still, there are several Chrome extensions available that let users synchronize a Netflix stream.
COVID-19 has made the cinema experience a health hazard. So the safest way to watch a movie or stream a TV show with your friends is through co-watching or watch party feature. It lets you interact with others from the safety and comfort of your home. While Disney is joining other apps to watch movies with your friends, there are some things that could be improved.
Disney+ GroupWatch has the versatility to be used from any device. However, the group limit of 6 people is in massive contrast with that of Prime Video’s 100 participants limit. There’s also no chat window option, which makes sense seeing the smart TV participants might have a hard time with the screen division, but its nice to have more options.
As per schedule, the Fedora team has finally launched Fedora 33 Beta, a pre-stable release available to download and test all new features and updates.
A stable version of this Red Hat-sponsored community Linux distribution is scheduled for the end of October 2020. Until then, let’s see what’s coming in the upcoming Fedora 33.
Fedora 33 Beta: What’s New?
The beta version of Fedora 33 contains a lot of important changes that will finally land in the final version as well.
For instance, the transition to Btrfs filesystem for Fedora Workstations and Spins across x86_64 and ARM architectures, a more approachable GNU Nano editor as default, and enabling earlyOOM by default to improve system responsiveness while running out of memory.
Previously Fedora 32 introduced a new edition, Comp-NeuroFedora lab to enable computational neuroscience.
Likewise, the latest Fedora 33 has also added a new edition, Fedora IoT, as an official Fedora edition for those looking for a lightweight yet powerful and scalable core OS for the Internet of Things project.
Here are the highlights of the key features of Fedora 33 Beta:
Switch from Ext4 to Btrfs file system by default
GNOME 3.38 desktop environment
Fedora IoT as an official edition
Nano as default terminal text editor
earlyOOM by default in Fedora 33 KDE Beta
Better thermal management and peak performance on Intel CPUs
Animated background by default
Removal of Python 2.6 and Python 3.4
Updated versions of popular packages like Ruby, Python, and Perl
If you want complete details of all features, we have already written a separate article, which you can find here.
Now, to download the ISO image, head over to the official page, where images of all editions and variants are available. For torrent downloads, there is a separate page too.
A Xiaomi chat desk recently said the company plans to finish the MIUI 12 roll-out to supported devices by the end of October. It appears the Chinese tech giant is serious about it.
Xiaomi is now rolling out MIUI 12 Global Stable updates to Redmi Y2/ Redmi S2 devices. Reportedly, the update is being released partially to random users. In other words, you’d have to be extremely lucky to get the MIUI 12 update.
Redmi Y2 MIUI 12 (V12.0.2.0.PEFMIXM)
(Recovery ROM download link not yet available)
Redmi Y2 is one of the most popular budget devices from Xiaomi. Launched in 2018, the device comes with a Snapdragon 625 SoC, a 5.99-inch LCD, a dual 12MP + 5MP camera setup on the back, and a 16MP selfie camera. Currently, the device sells at Rs 6,299 for the 32GB + 3GB RAM variant and Rs 7,999 for the 64GB + 4GB RAM variant.
Since the MIUI 12 global launch in May, several Xiaomi and Redmi devices have received the MIUI 12 update. However, several in the budget segment and older Xiaomi devices are still waiting for the good news. Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 5, Redmi Note 5 Pro, to name a few.
While Xiaomi focuses on finishing the MIUI 12 roll-out to eligible devices, its development team has already started working on the iteration, i.e., MIUI 13. The company has also been testing MIUI 12 based Android 11 on several of its high-end devices.
Call of Duty Mobile is close to completing its successful first year. Activision launched the game last year on October 1; since then, it has garnered millions of players worldwide because of its fantastic content.
Interestingly, COD Mobile has promised it’ll outshine the previous content through its upcoming first-anniversary update, which is expected to release somewhere around October 1st. However, as of now, there isn’t any official release date for the first-anniversary update.
Call Of Duty: Mobile First Anniversary Release Date
As we already know, Call of Duty Mobile was released on October 1st, 2019. So, everyone is expecting the first-anniversary update to release on October 1st, 2020.
However, there are still 15 days left for Season 11 to end. And Call of Duty Mobile confirmed that the first-anniversary update would coincide with Halloween and the Season 11 update. So, it is possible that Activision will release all the planned content between October 1-15.
Also, there are some rumors that Call of Duty Mobile will give us a glimpse of the Halloween content on October 3rd, which is quite exciting.
Check back this Saturday on October 3rd đź—“ for a glimpse at some Halloween content coming this year.
Nevertheless, despite all the leaks and rumors, it’s hard to be sure about anything regarding Call of Duty: Mobile’s first anniversary and the season 11 update. That’s because COD Mobile didn’t release a test server for Season 11 to keep everything a secret. So, it’s quite possible that the developers will launch the first-anniversary update straight away without announcing the official release date.
Talking about leaks, it is being speculated that players might see the much-awaited ‘Night Mode‘ in Season 11. Also, it is expected that Zombie Mode will make a comeback to celebrate the first anniversary of the game.
Google has announced it will keep Google Meet free for all Gmail users till March 31, 2021. This means that users can continue to have unlimited video calls on Meet for the next six months.
As per the announcement in April, Google planned to put a 60-minute time limit on Meet calls for free Gmail account users after Sep 31, 2020. But in the view of the ongoing pandemic that requires people to operate remotely, Google has postponed its plans for now.
Samil Pradhan, Google Meet’s Group Product Manager, broke this news in an official blog post. In his own words, Meet’s free period was extended to “continue helping those who rely on Meet to stay in touch over the coming months”.
Pradhan also revealed that some new features, such as casting calls to TV, background blur, and digital whiteboard, will soon make its way to Google’s video communication service.
When Google Meet went free earlier this year, services like GSuite and GSuite for Education also followed suit. The other two Google services were also scheduled to end free support on Sep 30, 2019, but the company did not mention anything explicitly regarding this in the latest announcement.
So, it is likely that only Meet will get an extended free period whereas GSuite and GSuite for Education will restrict free access to its advanced features. This includes support for up to 250 participants in a video call, saving conference videos to Google Drive, and live streaming to over 100K viewers.
Continued unlimited access to Google Meet is definitely a big boost to the offices and schools that are currently relying on the platform to operate remotely during the pandemic. The extension of free Meet services would surely help the tech giant win more fans out there.
Tech giant Facebook has started testing a new Accounts Center feature for Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger. It is designed to streamline cross-platform activity between your Instagram and Facebook accounts. Accounts Center has started rolling out to the users and it’ll be available in the settings menu on Facebook’s apps.
It’s an optional feature, and you can use it to manage your Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger accounts. The Accounts Center also introduces a single sign-on option, which means you can quickly recover your account if you’re locked out.
Talking about the controls, you can toggle settings to automatically share your Facebook stories to Instagram or your Instagram posts to your Facebook wall. It also lets you sync your name and profile picture between accounts. You can also maintain different profile pictures & usernames for Facebook and Instagram and still use its other features.
Facebook Pay on Accounts Center
Facebook Pay is a payment method that works across the company’s apps. You can use Facebook Pay to make purchases and donations on Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp. In the US, users can add their PayPal accounts or credit/debit card details to Facebook Pay.
The company is integrating this into the Facebook Accounts Center too. It means the accounts center will save your payment details and make it available across Facebook’s social networking apps. The feature will be added to the Accounts Center later this year.
Simply put, Facebook is trying to put its cross-platform integration to good use by linking Facebook and Instagram accounts as much as possible. Facebook Accounts Center lets you sync your Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger. If you’re an active user, it saves you the hassle of setting preferences for every single post.
Brief: Bagisto is a relatively new open-source eCommerce platform built on Laravel. Let’s see what it has got to offer.
Bagisto: Free & Open Source eCommerce Platform Built On Laravel
I have discussed some of the best open-source eCommerce platforms to build shopping websites in the past. Recently, I came to know about a new platform called Bagisto. It’s built on Laravel, which is a free and open-source PHP framework.
On the first look, it’s impressive to find an open-source eCommerce solution that lets you craft beautiful shopping experiences. Hence, I decided to give a quick look on what it offers and if it’s something that you can try.
Features of Bagisto
Bagisto Live Demo
Of course, just like any other eCommerce solutions, you should expect the essential options available to build a basic online shopping website. In this case, I think it ticks all the boxes for the basic requirements while also providing some useful/advanced options.
Ability to create a marketplace to allow other vendors to sell their products
Multi-store inventory to easily manage the stock you have in a physical retail store and a warehouse depending on your business
Search Engine Optimization options for your products
Access control level to prevent unnecessary access to agents, shopping partners, or an admin.
Detailed insights report for effective marketing campaigns and improvements
Convert your web experience into a Progressive Web App for mobile phones
Store pick up options (for businesses with physical stores)
Multi-currency support
Multi-language support
Tax calculation support
Several extensions to support mobile number login, Stripe payment gateway, dropshipping, Point of Sale and other options to extend the functionality
Getting Started with Bagisto
To get started using Bagisto, you need to first go through the documentation looking at the server requirements.
You can choose to deploy it locally for a test run or install it on your server after ensuring that it meets the minimum requirements. In either case, you can also take a look at their live demo to explore it.
If you’re going to self-host it, you should note that Instead of creating a standalone Bagisto image, they are using a hybrid method of running composer on an Apache PHP image.
So, yes, you can deploy it via Docker as well. You will also find their GitHub page for docker implementation useful with the necessary instructions.
If you’re curious to learn more, you can check out their recent video on the latest release (at the time of writing this):
Depending on what you require, you may go ahead and try some of the options that we mentioned in our list of open-source eCommerce platforms. Bagisto seems to be a good enough solution for most of the eCommerce businesses with essential and advanced options available.
What do you prefer to use to create your own online shopping website? Feel free to let me know your thoughts in the comments.
Microsoft took to its blog and discussed an upcoming Microsoft Edge feature called Web Capture. It’s a tool meant to snip out parts of web pages and save them as an image on your PC.
We have already seen a glimpse of the new screenshot tool, but now Microsoft has made it official. As of now, Microsoft is just rolling out basic screen capture functionality to Dev and Canary channel insiders, but the company has a lot more in store for the future.
Future updates to the Web Capture tool will allow you to mark-up full web pages with scrolling. Also, you’ll able to capture full web pages and add ink or highlight content.
You can access the Web Capture tool by clicking on the three-dot menu button > Web Capture. Alternatively, you can also press the Ctrl+Shift+S keyboard shortcut to open the Microsoft Edge screenshot tool.
Once you capture the screenshot, it will show you options to Copy or Preview the screenshot, so you can do a retake if it isn’t the way you desire.
The Web Capture tool has also got support for the helpful scrolling screenshot feature. While capturing part of the screen, you can simply drag the mouse cursor to the point where you need to capture the screen. In one way, you can take a full-page screenshot by capturing the webpage from corner to corner.
After clicking Preview, you’ll find the options to save the file locally or share it with your friends using the Windows Share Sheet.
Here, you can also right-click on the Web Capture option, then click on Show in Toolbar, and the tool’s icon will start appearing at the top alongside other extensions for easier access.
It would take some time before Web Capture arrives on the stable Edge Chromium builds. Till then, you can check out other amazing screenshot tools for Windows 10.
HMD Global, the company behind Nokia, finally has some good news for users waiting for the latest Android 11 update.
In an official tweet (now redacted), Nokia shared an official roll-out schedule as well as a list of Android 11 supported Nokia devices. It appears HMD Global will begin the Android 11 roll-out with Nokia 8.3 5G, in Q4 of this year.
Nokia Android 11 Roll-out Schedule —
October, November, and December (Q4 2020)
Nokia 8.3
Nokia 5.3
Nokia 2.2
January, February, and March (Q1-Q2 2021)
Nokia 4.2
Nokia 3.4
Nokia 2.4
Nokia 2.3
Nokia 1.3
Nokia 7.2
Nokia 6.2
Nokia 3.2
April, May, and June (Q2 2021)
Nokia 1 Plus
Nokia 9 Pureview
Nokia Android phones come with Android One. Introduced in 2014 by Google, the OS provides stock Android experience at an affordable price. Google originally planned to deliver faster Android updates and security updates with Android One, but it’s clear that is not happening, especially with OnePlus and Xiaomi in the queue.
Interestingly, Nokia has removed the Android 11 roll-out schedule tweet, which could mean that this is not the final list. In addition to this, a handful of devices such as the Nokia 7.1, Nokia 6.1, Nokia 8 Sirocco are missing from the list.
Nevertheless, we will update this article as soon as Nokia re-uploads the list of Android 11 supported Nokia devices.
Many computers these days come with two hard drives, one SSD for fast boot speeds, and one that can be used for storage. My Dell G5 gaming laptop is a great example with a 128GB NAND SSD and a 1TB SSD. When building out a Linux installation I have a few options. Option 1: Follow the steps and install Ubuntu on one SSD hard drive for quick boot times and better speed performance when opening files or moving data. Then mounting the second drive and copying files to it when I want to backup files or need to move files off the first drive. Or, Option 2: install Ubuntu on an older hard drive with more storage but slower start up speeds and use the 128GB as a small mount point.
However, as most Linux users are aware, solid state drives are much faster, and files, folders, and drives on a Linux system all have mount points that can be setup with ease.
In this article we’ll go over how to install Ubuntu Linux with separate /root and /home directories on two separate drives – with root folder on the SSD and home folder on the 1TB hard drive. This allows me to leverage the boot times and speed of the 128GB SSD and still have plenty of space to install steam games or large applications.
This guide can also be used for other use cases as well. An example would be old or cheaper laptops that don't have hard drives with high RPM spinning SSDs. If your computer is a bit on the older side (and has an SD card slot) but you want to utilize faster boot times, you can go out and buy an SD card and install the /root partition onto that for quick boot times, and the /home partition on the main drive for storage. This guide, like Linux, can be used for many other use cases as well.
Ubuntu 20.10 includes a new icon for the Ubiquity installer (the Ubuntu install tool). Not exactly breaking news but it's an important usability fix.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano its the company's lightest ThinkPad to date, but I'm more impressed by the fact it's available to buy with Ubuntu.
