Name: Google Meet to be made free to use--as long as you have Gmail
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According to reports, Google will soon make its Google Meet video conferencing software accessible to non G Suite members for free, as long as they have a Gmail account

Google Meet to be made free to use--as long as you have Gmail

According to reports, Google will soon make its Google Meet video conferencing software accessible to non G Suite members for free, as long as they have a Gmail account. Starting May, Gmail users will be able to host and join meetings with up to 100 participants through Google Meet through their website or iOS and Android apps. Meetings for free accounts will be limited to 60 minutes per session, but the rule won't be enforced till September 30. However, availability will be expanding gradually, and potential users can find out if they can use it by visiting landing.google.com/googlemeet.

According to reports, Google will soon make its Google Meet video conferencing software accessible to non G Suite members for free, as long as they have a Gmail account. Starting May, Gmail users will be able to host and join meetings with up to 100 participants through Google Meet through their website or iOS and Android apps. Meetings for free accounts will be limited to 60 minutes per session, but the rule won't be enforced till September 30. However, availability will be expanding gradually, and potential users can find out if they can use it by visiting landing.google.com/googlemeet.

Registrations for the Indian version of PUBG Mobile called Battlegrounds Mobile India, will begin from May 18 via the Google Play Store.

Registrations for the Indian version of PUBG Mobile called Battlegrounds Mobile India, will begin from May 18 via the Google Play Store. While the news was shared by developer Krafton, an official release date has still not been announced. Krafton shared that pre-registered users will get specific rewards that can be claimed once the game is officially launched.

OnePlus has reportedly launched the OnePlus Watch Cobalt Limited Edition in China.

OnePlus has reportedly launched the OnePlus Watch Cobalt Limited Edition in China. This variant uses a cobalt alloy instead of stainless steel build, offering a sturdier frame. It also features a sapphire glass, but all other specifications are identical to the regular OnePlus Watch. The Cobalt Limited Edition has been priced at CNY 1,599 in China and is set to go on sale from May 17, but Indian pricing and availability are yet to be announced.

Vivo India has announced that it's extended warranty services for all of its devices in the country by 30 days.

Vivo India has announced that it's extended warranty services for all of its devices in the country by 30 days. The extension is applicable to all handsets, but is available only to customers living in areas where a lockdown has been imposed. Moreover, the firm has introduced a pick-and-drop service for customers that's said to be free-of-cost, based on where a customer is located.

Reports indicate that Samsung's Galaxy S21 series and the Galaxy A32 4G are receiving the May 2021 Android security patch.

Reports indicate that Samsung's Galaxy S21 series and the Galaxy A32 4G are receiving the May 2021 Android security patch. While the S21 series is reportedly getting overall stability fixes, the Galaxy A32 4G is receiving privacy and security improvements. Reports say the S21 series is receiving the update in Germany and India, while A32 4G users in Panama are getting the update.

Google has reportedly been fined €102 million by Italy's competition regulator for excluding an e-mobility app from the Android Auto system.

Google has reportedly been fined &euro;102 million by Italy's competition regulator for excluding an e-mobility app from the Android Auto system. The regulator has said Google has not allowed Enel's JuicePass app to run on Android Auto for over two years, instead favouring the firm's own Google Maps. Google has said it "respectfully disagrees" with the decision, and will examine the documents and decide further action.

According to reports, Vivo's V21 SE smartphone may have had its specifications spotted on Geekbench.

According to reports, Vivo's V21 SE smartphone may have had its specifications spotted on Geekbench. A device with the model number V2061 was reportedly spotted on the benchmark website, with a Snapdragon 720G chipset, 8GB RAM and Android 11. Vivo's current lineup includes the Vivo V21, V21 e and V21 5G smartphones.

After teasing that the Realme Narzo 30 would be launching on May 18, the brand has now shared the a camera sample shot on the device.

After teasing that the Realme Narzo 30 would be launching on May 18, the brand has now shared the a camera sample shot on the device. With some specs for the device already having been revealed, the Narzo 30 is now confirmed to sport a 48MP triple rear camera setup. Realme has already confirmed that the Narzo 30 gets a Helio G95 chipset, a 90Hz display and a 5,000mAh battery with 30W charging.

Chipmaker Mediatek has announced the Dimensity 900, a new mid-range 5G chipset.

Chipmaker Mediatek has announced the Dimensity 900, a new mid-range 5G chipset. Built on the 6nm process, its an update to the Dimensity 800 series, and features a faster CPU and connectivity options. The Dimensity 900 also supports cameras of up to 108MP resolution, a screen refresh rate of 120Hz, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage and dual 5G connectivity. While the chipset is expected to be seen on mid-range Android devices, Mediatek has not shared what device it will be seen on first.

Sony has unveiled two new colours for its PlayStation DualSense controller, called Midnight Black and Cosmic Red.

Sony has unveiled two new colours for its PlayStation DualSense controller. Named Midnight Black and Cosmic Red, the two new colours are reportedly designed around the 'galaxy' theme. Both controllers feature colour-matched buttons, and they will be available globally from next month, with exact dates varying by region.

Vivo has shared a teaser on Weibo for its upcoming noise-cancelling true wireless earbuds, called the Vivo TWS 2.

Vivo has shared a teaser on Weibo for its upcoming noise-cancelling true wireless earbuds, called the Vivo TWS 2. The video shows off the design of the buds, and confirms that they will be launched officially on May 20. Reports say that while the TWS 2 will be unveiled on May 20, sales will begin only from June 1.

The PS5 Digital Edition is now listed on the official Sony Center website, ShopAtSC.com, for ₹39,990.

The PS5 Digital Edition is now listed on the official Sony Center website, ShopAtSC.com, for ₹39,990. It will be available for pre-order starting May 17 at 12 noon.
This is the first time the cheaper PS5 variant will be available in India, over six months after global launch.
An earlier report claims that the disc-less PlayStation 5 will be exclusive to the Sony website, while other retailer and e-commerce websites will have the disc-based PS5 for ₹49,990.

A new report claims that Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch Active4 will run Google’s Wear OS.

A new report claims that Samsung&rsquo;s upcoming Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch Active4 will run Google&rsquo;s Wear OS.
Currently, Samsung&rsquo;s lineup of smartwatches runs their own in-house Tizen OS. It is speculated that the lack of third-party app support may have led Samsung to make this move.
Neither watch is expected to support blood sugar monitoring, which the upcoming Apple Watch 7 is rumoured to support.

The Samsung Galaxy M02s and Galaxy F02s have reportedly begun receiving the Android 11-based OneUI 3.1 update in India.

The Samsung Galaxy M02s and Galaxy F02s have reportedly begun receiving the Android 11-based OneUI 3.1 update in India.
The phones receive OneUI 3.1 Core, which misses out on some features included in high-end devices. Both phones get benefits that come with Android 11, such as chat bubbles, one-time permissions, and better security and privacy.
The update is around 1.3GB in size, and users can check manually by tapping on Settings and then Software update.

The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee in the United States unanimously passed a bill that would ban US federal workers from downloading TikTok

The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee in the United States unanimously passed a bill that would ban US federal workers from downloading TikTok on US government devices.
The app has come under fire in the US over privacy and data security concerns due to its Chinese owner, ByteDance. US Senator Josh Hawley called the app an immediate security threat.
India had banned TikTok in June last year, along with 58 other mobile apps of Chinese origin.
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Amazon has launched the 2nd-generation models of its Echo Show 5 and Echo Show 8 smart displays.

Amazon has launched the 2nd-generation models of its Echo Show 5 and Echo Show 8 smart displays.
The Echo Show 8 is now powered by the MediaTek MT 8183 SoC, gets an improved 13MP front camera. It retains the 8-inch 1280 x 800 screen, and dual speaker system. Amazon has included a physical shutter on the front camera for those concerned about the privacy.
The Echo Show 5 gets upgraded to a 2MP front camera, and retains the 5.5-inch 960 x 480 screen. Amazon has also launched a &lsquo;Kids&rsquo; version of the device, with a bright colour skin.
The Echo Show 8 is priced at around ₹9,500 in the US, while the Echo Show 5 costs around ₹6,200. Amazon has not announced any plans for an India launch yet.

Xiaomi has launched Redmi Watch wearable in India, globally known as the Mi Watch Lite.

Xiaomi has launched <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/redmi-watch-teased-to-launch-in-india-on-may-13-1620203480081" target="_blank">Redmi Watch</a> wearable in India, globally known as the Mi Watch Lite. Launched in China in November last year, the Redmi Watch features a 1.4-inch IPS LCD display, on-board GPS, and a battery life of up to 12 days.
It also comes with tracking for heart rate, blood oxygen level, stress, sleep and sports activities.
Priced at ₹3,999, the Redmi Watch is available to purchase via Flipkart from May 25.
Also Read | <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/redmi-note-10-pro-goes-on-sale-india-price-specs-and-features-1617776699978" target="_blank">Redmi Note 10 Pro goes on sale India: price, specs, and features</a>

Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Note 10S in India, with a MediaTek Helio G95 SoC and a 6.43" FHD+ AMOLED display.

Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Note 10S in India. Powered by the Mediatek Helio G95 SoC, the phone features a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display.
It comes with 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage. At the back is a quad rear camera setup with a 64MP main camera, along with a 13MP front camera. Xioami has packed in 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.
The Redmi Note 10S is priced at ₹14,999 for the 6GB + 64GB variant, or ₹15,999 for the 6GB + 128GB variant. It goes on sale starting May 18 across Amazon, Mi online and offline stores, and other retail stores.

Asus has launched the Zenfone 8 compact flagship smartphone, with a 5.9-inch FHD+ AMOLED display.

Asus has launched the Zenfone 8 compact flagship smartphone. Powered by the Snapdragon 888 chipset, the phone features a 5.9-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
It comes with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. In terms of optics, there&rsquo;s a dual rear camera setup with a 64MP main camera, and a 12MP front camera. Asus has packed in a 4,000mAh battery with 30W fast charging support.
In Europe, pricing for the Zenfone 8 starts at around ₹59,600. The India launch of the phone has been indefinitely delayed due to the Covid-19 situation.

Asus Zenfone 8 Flip flagship Price: Asus has launched the flagship Zenfone 8 flip smartphone with a rotating camera module.

Asus has launched the Zenfone 8 Flip flagship smartphone. Powered by the Snapdragon 888 chipset, the phone features a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate. It comes with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage.
In terms of optics, there&rsquo;s a triple rear camera setup with a 64MP main camera. The back camera module flips around to also act as the front camera.
Asus has packed in a 5,000mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging.
<h3>Asus Zenfone 8 Flip flagship Price</h3>
In Europe, pricing for the Zenfone 8 Flip starts at around ₹71,200. The India launch of the phone has been indefinitely delayed due to the Covid-19 situation.
Also Read | <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/asus-launches-zenfone-8-compact-flagship-smartphone-1620897343251" target="_blank">Asus launches Zenfone 8 compact flagship smartphone</a>

WhatsApp is reportedly working on a feature which would allow users to encrypt their Google Drive backups.

WhatsApp is reportedly working on a feature which would allow users to encrypt their Google Drive backups. WhatsApp currently allows Android users to backup their chats to Google Drive, but does not support encryption.
This feature will be available in settings in an upcoming version of WhatsApp. Users will also be able to set a password for their backups, which will be required when restoring the same.
There is no release date for this feature yet, but it is expected to launch soon.

Tech

Battlegrounds Mobile India pre-registration open from May 18 via Google Play Store

OnePlus Watch Cobalt Limited Edition launched in China at around ₹18,000

Vivo announces 30-day extended warranty for Indian users in lockdown

Reports: Galaxy S21 series, A32 4G are getting the May 2021 Android security patch

Google fined €102 million in Italy for excluding e-mobility app from Android Auto

Reports: Vivo V21 SE specs spotted on Geekbench, may get Snapdragon 720G

Realme shares camera sample for upcoming Narzo 30, will get 48MP primary sensor

Mediatek Dimensity 900 mid-range 5G chipset launched with dual 5G connectivity

Sony unveils two new colours for the PlayStation DualSense controllers

Vivo shares teaser video for its first noise-cancelling TWS earbuds, the Vivo TWS 2

PS5 Digital Edition listed at Sony Center website for ₹39,990

Samsung Galaxy Watch4, Watch Active4 will run Wear OS, won’t feature blood sugar monitoring

Samsung Galaxy M02s, Galaxy F02s phones receive Android 11-based OneUI 3.1 update in India

US Senate Committee passes bill to ban TikTok on government devices

Amazon launches 2nd-generation Echo Show 5, Echo Show 8 with better cameras

Redmi Watch launched in India, priced at ₹3,999

Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 10S in India: check price, specs, features

Asus launches Zenfone 8 compact flagship smartphone

Asus launches Zenfone 8 Flip flagship smartphone with rotating camera module

WhatsApp working on encryption for Google Drive backups

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