TECNO POP 8: Entry-level smartphone marks its presence in India; check price and features

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BGMI 3.0 Update podcast: Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) players have been waiting for a long time for new information on the 3.0 Update. While recently, BGMI teased the podcast, Krafton has finally brought the 3.0 Update podcast on YouTube. The 3.0 Update podcast reveals what new things will be coming to the battlegrounds of BGMI and how it will enhance the players' gaming experience. As the podcast is finally here, we will be seeing the 3.0 Update rolling out in the game over the next few days. Check out what the 3.0 Update has in store for BGMI players.

AI Roundup: Several notable developments took place in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) today, January 24. Pope Francis warned against the dangers of AI, acknowledging that he too became the victim of a deepfake photo last year. He called for regulation of AI that will enable its use towards the greater good. Meanwhile, a new study claims that North Korea is developing AI and machine learning (ML) to achieve a wide range of tasks.

After months of anticipation, OnePlus has finally launched its latest smartphone, the OnePlus 12 series in India at its ‘Smooth Beyond Belief' event. The series debuts with two models - flagship OnePlus 12, and the more affordable OnePlus 12R. The OnePlus 12 series was already launched in China on December 5 and has made its global debut today. It also marks the first time that OnePlus is selling the ‘R' model outside Chinese and Indian markets. From features, specifications to price, know all about the new OnePlus 12.

Every month, Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) releases new Royale Passes and gaming updates for players to experience new themes, events, rewards, and much more. The game recently rolled out the A4 Royale Pass giving players a hint about the 3.0 update. However, we are still away from the official release date as Krafton has just started teasing the BGMI 3.0 update podcast which will reveal what's new coming the game. Check details about the BGMI 3.0 update, themes, podcast, features and more below.

Are you ready for a smartphone revolution? Your phone is more than just a communication device. It doubles up as a personal assistant that manages your schedule, connects you to the world around you, and fills in as a productivity device when you are working out of the office. From entertainment and information to work and play, everything is literally available at the touch of a smart screen. All this is going to transform forever as India's much-loved smartphone brand, Samsung, gets set to unveil the much-awaited revolutionary Galaxy AI in the new Galaxy S24 Series at the Galaxy Unpacked event on January 17.

There’s a small moment in Martin Scorsese’s Killers of the Flower Moon that fundamentally changed the way I viewed the entire story. The film, now streaming on Apple TV Plus, is a straightforward recounting of a painful time in Native American history — the infuriating true story of the 1920s Osage murders. But this one scene goes past simple history, and makes the movie something essential.

BGMI A4 Royale Pass: Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) is known for bringing exclusive player rewards, events, timely updates, and new features in the game from time to time. This is something that attracts new players to join the game and be part of the battlefield with amazing outfits, weaponry, safety gear, etc. As part of BGMI monthly events, the game has finally rolled out the A4 Royale Pass with a new snowy theme, rewards and exclusive in-game items. Know new has been introduced by Krafton.

AI Roundup: Several notable developments took place in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) today, January 11. Mahindra scrapped plans for Ava, its AI influencer, just a day after unveiling it. The company faced backlash on social media platforms. Meanwhile, Nvidia VP emphasized the need for infrastructure for sovereign AI in India during his address in Gujarat. LimeChat introduced an AI-powered chatbot in partnership with Microsoft.

Tekken director Katsuhiro Harada has asked Native American fans of the series for their thoughts on the designs of fighters Michelle and Julia, and what advice they'd give to him if he created a new Native American character for the series.

Microsoft is returning with an Xbox Developer Direct next week, promising updates on the much anticipated Indiana Jones game, Obsidian's upcoming fantasy RPG Awoved, and more. The presentation is scheduled to go live next Thursday, January 18 at 1:30am IST in India/ 12pm PT in the US, and will be available to watch on Xbox's official YouTube and Twitch channels. True to the name, the event will include both gameplay footage and developer interviews to best illustrate upcoming titles in the ecosystem, a lot of which will be included with Xbox Game Pass. However, it is worth noting that despite the recently completed acquisition, don't expect any Activision Blizzard games to be shown during the broadcast.

BGMI guide: Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) provides users a chance to play strategically in their own way with new tricks they discover. There is one such very famous trick called “camping” which pro players use to lure enemies and make a sudden kill. This technique does not give the enemy player a chance to act or react to the firing as it happens quite suddenly. Therefore, camping is a trick which needs to be mastered. But the question arises, how we can protect ourselves from such pro-campers? To help you answer this question, we have curated a BGMI guide which will enable you to tactically spot and kill campers.