Jio showcased its new JioPhone Prima 4G feature phone at the recently concluded IMC 2023 event. The phone, which joins the existing JioPhone options, supports social media apps like WhatsApp, as one of its highlights. Have a look at the details below.
JioPhone Prime 4G: Specs and Features
The JioPhone Prima 4G can support popular apps like WhatsApp, Facebook, and YouTube. You can also access Jio apps like JioCinema, JioSaavn, JioTV, JioChat, and even JioPay to initiate UPI payments. It also has support for 23 languages.
The feature phone sports a TFT display with a screen resolution of 320×240 pixels. You get the standard feature phone design with rounded edges and a concentric circle design at the rear panel. There’s a single rear camera and a 0.3MP front camera.
You can have up to 128GB of storage (via a microSD card). Under the hood, there’s an ARM Cortex A53 chipset. The JioPhone Prima is backed by a 1,800mAh battery. Other details include support for FM radio, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and much more. It runs KaiOS and comes with a one-year warranty.
To recall, Jio recently introduced the JioBharat B1 4G feature phone with UPI support, a 2.4-inch display, expandable storage of up to 128GB, and more at Rs 1,299. It is up for grabs via Amazon and official Jio outlets.
Price and Availability
The JioPhone Prime 4G is priced at Rs 2,599 and will be available during Diwali. It is said that the phone is already listed on JioMart for sale but the listing no longer exists. We hope to get more details on its availability and the offers it will most likely come with soon.
So, will you buy the new feature phone by Jio with WhatsApp enablement? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
You may have thought that copper blocks are diverse enough and don’t really need to be expanded. Well, Mojang definitely doesn’t agree with that. The Minecraft 1.21 update is bringing five more copper blocks that are all unique in their own way. Today, we’ll be taking a look at one of these new blocks called a copper grate and cover its crafting recipe and uses in Minecraft 1.21. So, without any further delay, let’s jump straight in!
Copper grate is a decorative block from the copper block family. It goes through all 4 oxidation stages, can be waxed with honeycomb, and can be scraped with an axe. Moreover, it has some similarities to the glass block, as they let the light through completely.
What You Need to Make a Copper Grate
Since there are two ways to craft copper grates, the requirements differ a little. The copper grates require a minimum of 4 copper blockswhen using the crafting table or a minimum of 1 copper block for you to craft them using a stonecutter.
You can make copper blocks with nine copper ingots filling the 3×3 crafting grid completely. The copper blocks you use to craft the grates can be at any oxidation stage, but make sure you use only the ones from the same stage.
Minecraft 1.21 Copper Grates: Crafting Recipe
First, we will show you the steps to make copper grates using a crafting table and then the stonecutter. So, after you gather the resources, choose the way you want to craft the copper grates and follow the steps explained below.
Method 1: Using a Crafting Table or Crafter
Place the crafting table or the crafter in your world. Then, right-click on it to open the block’s UI.
Now, you need to place 4 copper blocks in a diamond shape. Start off by placing one of them in the center slot of the topmost row of the grid.
Then, place the second copper block in the center slot of the bottommost row of the grid.
After that, you need to place copper blocks in the center slot of the left and right columns.
And that’s it. You have successfully crafted four copper grates in the game.
If you using a crafter in Minecraft, you will need to power it with a redstone signal to get the copper grates. For that, you may use a button, lever, or even a redstone block.
Method 2: Using a Stonecutter
Place the stonecutter in your world and right-click to open its UI.
As you can see, it’s different from the regular crafting grid. What you’ll need to do here is place a copper block in the input slot on the left.
Then, you can select the copper grate block that appears in the central area of this UI.
And that’s it. You can now click on the copper grate block on the right and move it to your inventory.
Where to Find Copper Grates in Minecraft
Similarly to other copper blocks added in the Minecraft 1.21 update, copper grates are generated naturally in the trial chambers. They are massive underground structures with procedurally generated rooms. Additionally, they are meant to represent exciting combat challenges, and therefore, expect a lot of dangers inside.
At the time of writing, we don’t know much about the trial chambers or in which biome they spawn. But as soon as we do, we will update this article so you know exactly where to find these cool blocks.
How to Use Copper Grates in Minecraft 1.21
Copper grates have one and only one use in the game, at least so far, and it is to enhance your Minecraft builds as much as possible. These building blocks have four different textures for each stage of oxidation, like all other copper blocks. So, for the cost of one, we received four beautiful blocks in total.
The copper grate at any of the first three stages will slowly oxidize over time, changing its color from orange to green. You can easily stop this process from advancing if you right-click the grate with honeycomb. This will freeze its stage and appearance. Alternatively, you can craft the waxed version of this block by combining it with the honeycomb item in the crafting grid.
If you perhaps want to revert the grate block one oxidation stage back, you can do so by right-clicking it with an axe. However, if you have already applied honeycomb to the copper grate, you’ll just scrape off the wax by using an axe and allow the block to continue oxidizing if it hasn’t yet reached the final stage.
As we already mentioned, copper grates have a couple of special properties. They are transparent blocks, which means they let the light to fullypass through. Moreover, hostile mobs are unable to spawn on top of the grate blocks. This makes copper grates useful in farms or for spawnproofing an area.
Also, when a mob is stuck inside the copper grate block, it won’t suffocate. This feature is more practical than you think since it makes sure the mob is safe and stationary in a certain spot. One more notable fact about the copper grates is that they cannot conduct redstone signals, which is also a property of glass blocks.
Congrats! Now you know everything about the new copper grate block. In short, they are gorgeous new building blocks that will make many Minecraft builders’ dreams come true. Copper grates may possibly become the next best window blocks in the game. We really can’t wait to see what the community will create with them. That said, what do you think about the copper grate? Which oxidation stage is your favorite? Tell us in the comments below!
It’s the end of another weekend, which means we’ve got more big fighting game events going down for the community to compete in and enjoy.
Now that all of the action has basically wrapped up, we’ve gone back for two of the Street Fighter 6 majors between First Attack 2023 and the Capcom Pro Tour 2023 Europe North/East tournaments to see which characters showed up to play the most.
Overall, there was a pretty nice spread of fighters brought to the big stage for both events though there was a bit more going on.
JP was the most popular pick among the upper brackets for the CPT qualifier at three in the top 16, and even though he didn’t win, the villain still made up two of the top three finishers.
Beyond that, however, we ended up seeing seven different characters mained in the top 8 and 12 in the top 16 including Rashid.
With around 80 players signed up for this tournament, that makes these statistics represent the top 20% of competitors fighting for a spot at Capcom Cup next year.
• JP – 3
• Dee Jay – 2
• Ken – 2
• Blanka – 1
• Chun-Li – 1
• Dhalsim – 1
• E. Honda – 1
• Guile – 1
• Juri – 1
• Luke – 1
• Rashid – 1
• Zangief – 1
• A.K.I. – 0 (1)
• Cammy – 0 (1)
• Jamie – 0
• Kimberly – 0
• Lily – 0
• Manon – 0
• Marisa – 0
• Ryu – 0
As for our brethren down in Puerto Rico, there were some similar trends at first attack with JP once again being the most popular for the top 16 where there was no Kens.
Breaking it out further to the top 32, however, shows that JP wasn’t even in the top three being beaten out by Chun-Li, E. Honda and Juri while also being tied up with Zangief.
Similarly to the CPT event, there were 7 main picks in top 8 for First Attack and 12 in the top 16 including both A.K.I. and Rashid.
As for the top 32, we saw 18 main characters in total, which means the only ones left completely sidelined were Kimberly and Manon.
With just over 160 entrants for First Attack, the top 16 represents the top 10% of competitors while the top 32 obviously covers the top 20%.
• JP – 2 (1)
• Chun-Li – 2
• Juri – 2
• Marisa – 2
• A.K.I. – 1 (1)
• Dee Jay – 1
• Dhalsim – 1
• E. Honda – 1
• Guile – 1
• Jamie – 1
• Luke – 1
• Rashid – 1
• Zangief – 0 (1)
• Blanka – 0
• Cammy – 0
• Ken – 0
• Kimberly – 0
• Lily – 0
• Manon – 0
• Ryu – 0
• Chun-Li – 3
• E. Honda – 3
• Juri – 3
• JP – 2 (1)
• Zangief – 2 (1)
• Cammy – 2
• Dee Jay – 2
• Dhalsim – 2
• Guile – 2
• Marisa – 2
• Rashid – 2
• A.K.I. – 1 (1)
• Blanka – 1
• Jamie – 1
• Ken – 1
• Lily – 1
• Luke – 1
• Ryu – 1
• Kimberly – 0
• Manon – 0
Note: Numbers in parenthesis represent secondary / side character choices.
Masahiro Sakurai recently released an interesting video talking about the “Shoryuken” (or the Dragon Punch). As Sakurai himself points out, this is one of the most famous attacks in gaming history alongside the Hadoken (the fireball of the Shoto characters in Street Fighter).
During the video, Sakurai talks about how the Dragon Punch made its debut appearance in the very first Street Fighter back in 1987. Due to the way that inputs are read in that game, performing the Dragon Punch was actually exceedingly difficult, but the move was powerful enough to defeat opponents in two or three hits.
Though the inputs were the same, it was significantly easier to perform the Dragon Punch in Street Fighter 2. Ironically, Sakurai says that he was surprised at how much weaker the special moves were in Street Fighter 2 compared to the first Street Fighter.
Sakurai would go on to praise the risk-versus-reward aspect of the Dragon Punch’s inputs. Since holding back functions as blocking in the Street Fighter series, the Dragon Punch’s inputs forced players to momentarily release their guard.
Needless to say, the Dragon Punch is a rising anti-air attack that deals the most damage by hitting at its base. Additionally, the special’s start up invincibility makes it so that it will beat most attacks if timed correctly.
Although the Super Smash Bros. series started with this idea of utilizing simple inputs, fighting game characters like Ryu and Ken still have access to their command inputs in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Of course, it’s also possible to perform the Dragon Punch special with Ryu and Ken using the more simplified method, but this will cause it to be less powerful. By performing the traditional inputs, the player is rewarded with better damage and more invincibility.
What’s interesting is that Sakurai says that, from a “game essence” standpoint, the command version of Dragon Punch could’ve been even stronger. However, Sakurai also says that balancing it like that “would have created a rift between those that could and couldn’t pull it off, as it would’ve been too difficult for most.”
Essentially, this was done to keep things more casual. Even fans that don’t have enough execution to perform the traditional inputs of the Dragon Punch can feel a certain thrill with pulling off the special with a simple set of inputs.
As it turns out, Yoko Shimomura, composer for Street Fighter 2, was apparently really thrilled to pull off a Dragon Punch in Super Smash Bros., though Sakurai suspects that she did it using Smash’s simple up special inputs.
According to Yoko Shimomura herself, this was an important moment for her as she had only been able to perform the Dragon Punch in games a few times throughout her life.
Google Workspace has introduced a significant improvement to the Drive app for Android, particularly beneficial for users with larger screens. This update introduces a new two-page layout for viewing PDF files, enhancing the reading experience and taking full advantage of the available screen real estate. In this article, we will delve into the details of this enhancement and its impact on Android tablet and foldable device users, as well as discuss the broader context of Google Drive updates designed for tablet users.
Two-Page PDF Viewing Mode for Google Drive
Google Workspace’s recent large screen improvement adds a two-page layout to Drive for Android when you’re viewing PDF files. In addition to the single-page view, a new “two-page width view” has been introduced for scrolling through PDFs. This feature can be activated by clicking a button placed between the search bar and the three-dot overflow menu. Google has designed this view to mimic the experience of reading a book. It will offer a more enjoyable viewing experience on larger Android screens. This is because most tablets have similar size to a standard sheet of paper.
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This feature is exclusively available on Android tablets and foldable devices. It is accessible to all Google Workspace users as well as individuals with personal Google Accounts. Google Drive introduced a handy feature earlier this year that allows users to draw on and highlight PDFs, particularly useful on tablet devices. The new two-page PDF view in Google Drive is part of a series of updates designed for tablet users. These updates include multi-instance support, a navigation rail, and larger widgets optimized for tablets’ extra screen space.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the latest enhancement to Google Drive on Android devices, offering a two-page layout for PDF viewing, represents yet another step toward optimizing the productivity and user experience of Google Workspace. By leveraging the larger screens of tablets and foldable devices, Google aims to provide a more intuitive and enjoyable reading experience. This update, along with previous improvements, demonstrates Google’s commitment to enhancing its services for tablet users. The company is ensuring they have a more efficient and comfortable work environment within the Google Workspace ecosystem.
Google Maps has been with us for a couple of years now. The navigation system for Google has made it a lot easier to navigate our ways around the world in recent years. Thanks to Google Maps, we can even locate places such as restaurants, hotels, gas stations and many more. It doesn’t end there, as the search engine giant is always at work to include more features for even better navigations. recently, it added useful features like finding eco-friendly routes to save energy and using Live View to help you find your way while walking with augmented reality.
The latest in Google Maps also rides on the power of Artificial Intelligence. Google has announced that these updates will help you better plan your trips, make eco-friendly choices, and give you quick ideas for fun activities. Let us take a closer look at these new AI-powered features available to Google Maps.
Immersive View for Routes in Google Maps
At I/O, Google introduced a new feature called Immersive View for routes. It’s a unique way to see your entire journey, whether you’re driving, walking, or biking. The company has already started to roll out Immersive View for routes in various cities, like Amsterdam, Barcelona, Dublin, and more.
Let’s say you want to bike to the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco. You can ask for biking directions and then tap the Immersive View to see your route in a stunning 3D view from start to finish. You can also use the time slider to decide when to leave based on traffic and weather information. This way, you can avoid riding in the rain or heavy traffic.
According to Google, the feature is not just for routes; it can also be used for exploring places. It uses AI to combine lots of Street View and aerial images. This helps you to see what a restaurant or landmark looks like before you visit. Developers can also create their own immersive experiences with Photorealistic 3D Tiles in Google Maps Platform. This feature is the newest addition to the Google Maps platform which the company introduced this week.
Google Lens in Maps
Google Maps now helps you understand your surroundings better when you arrive somewhere. For instance, if you’re coming out of a subway station and need to figure out which way to go, or if you’re exploring a new area and want to find a nearby coffee shop, Google Maps can help. Lens in Maps, which was previously called Search with Live View, uses AI and augmented reality to assist you in getting oriented quickly, whether you’re navigating a new city or uncovering local treasures.
All you have to do is tap the Lens icon in the search bar, lift your phone, and you’ll get information about nearby ATMs, transit stations, restaurants, coffee shops, and stores. This feature is expanding to over 50 new cities, including Austin, Las Vegas, Rome, São Paulo, and Taipei.
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More Realistic Navigation Details
Google Maps is getting some new updates to make your navigation experience even better. The map will soon show more realistic buildings, which will help you get your bearings more easily, especially in busy downtown areas. On highways, you’ll also get improved lane details to help you with tricky maneuvers, like changing lanes quickly to catch an exit. These updates will start rolling out in the next few months in 12 countries, including the U.S., Canada, France, and Germany.
In the U.S., Google Maps will soon inform you about the presence of HOV High Occupancy Vehicle) lanes on your route. With this feature, you can choose the best way to get to your destination. In Europe, their AI-powered speed limit information will expand to 20 countries, helping you stay safe even when speed limit signs are hard to spot on the road. Both of these features will be available on Android, iOS, and cars with Google Built-in within the coming months.
More Charging Stations Information for EV Drivers
As an electric vehicle driver, one of the things you always look out for while driving is the availability of charging stations. Being aware of where to find charging stations takes away a lot of troubles in town. This is because you know exactly where to drive to just in case you need to recharge your vehicle. This new Google Maps feature will be extremely useful for EV drivers since it will help them to find more information about charging stations with ease.
When you search for charging stations, you’ll now see information about whether a charger is compatible with your specific vehicle and the charging speed (fast, medium, or slow) of available chargers. This helps you choose the most suitable charging station for your needs. Plus, since about 25% of chargers in the U.S. are often not working, Google Maps will show when a charger was last used, helping you avoid heading to one that’s out of service. These updates are rolling out globally on iOS and Android wherever information about EV charging stations is available.
Additionally, Google Maps will make this EV charging information available to developers through the Google Maps Platform in the Places API. This way, companies can integrate real-time data on EV charging stations into their websites and apps, providing users with up-to-date information to plan their trips more effectively.
New Ways to Search in Google Maps
Google Maps is making your search experience more visual and inspiring. When you search for specific things like “animal latte art” or “pumpkin patch with my dog,” you’ll see photo-based results that match your query. These results are generated by analyzing billions of photos shared by the Google Maps community, using AI and advanced image recognition. You can scroll through the results, tap on a photo to get more details, and easily navigate to the location. This enhanced search experience is rolling out in several countries and will expand to more over time.
Additionally, when you’re looking for something to do and need suggestions, Google Maps will provide better-organized search results to spark your creativity. For instance, if you’re in Tokyo and search for “things to do,” you’ll see themed suggestions like “anime,” “cherry blossoms,” or “art exhibitions.” You can tap on these suggestions to explore more and even save them for later. These thematic search results for activities and dining will be available globally on Android and iOS in the coming weeks.
In case you haven’t heard, BST|Daigo Umehara thinks that A.K.I. — Street Fighter 6’s second DLC character — is weak. Not only does he think she’s weak, but he is fairly adamant on thinking that she is one of the worst characters in the game and sits at the bottom of the tier list.
We’ve heard Daigo mention this twice before on his live stream, but it appears that The Beast continues to play her every so often to try and figure more about her out. In a new video from FGC Translated, which takes some recent footage from Daigo’s stream and translates it into English, Umehara mentions again that he believes A.K.I. is bad in this game, though this time he does offer a potential solution that he feels would make her strong.
Daigo starts off by saying that if A.K.I. were in Street Fighter 5, she would have been a really fun character. He goes on to say, “unfortunately, she’s weak,” however, and explains that even F.A.N.G had some matches in Street Fighter 5 that were in his favor, where Daigo feels that A.K.I. has zero winning match ups.
Responding to someone in his chat who asked if A.K.I. is mid-tier, Daigo gave a resounding “NO.” He continues by explaining that she “just has no button to press [in neutral],” and goes so far as to ask if Capcom even tested this character before releasing her.
“Every character is fighting with a gun while A.K.I. is shooting a toy gun,” said Daigo.
This time around, though, Daigo offers what he feels would be a good solution to A.K.I.’s weakness in Street Fighter 6. According to the fighting game legend, if Capcom gave A.K.I. the ability to chip KO with her poison, she would not only be even more fun to play, but also would end up being strong.
“I think they should’ve added poison chip-kill,” Daigo said. “That would’ve made A.K.I. way more fun and strong.”
Daigo believes that Capcom should have made her stronger up front because she’s a new character, and he fears players will stop playing her soon because she’s weak. “If she had poison chip-kill, I wouldn’t complain at all about her being weak,” Daigo stated.
Be sure to check out the rest of the video as Daigo walks viewers through why he believes A.K.I. is bottom tier in Street Fighter 6.
Out with the old and in with the new! Xiaomi enthusiasts, it’s time to bid adieu to MIUI and give a warm welcome to HyperOS, the latest operating system from the Xiaomi ecosystem. While we have had a glimpse of what HyperOS has to offer, the true test will have to wait until 2024 when it is set to debut alongside the highly anticipated Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro flagships. The list of compatible devices is extensive, promising a wide reach for this innovative platform. In its unveiling, HyperOS showcased some promising features, including its unifying nature, the versatility of its Linux-based open-source kernel, its minimalist design, and the integration of artificial intelligence. However, the real question that remains unanswered is how HyperOS will perform in the everyday life of Xiaomi smartphone users in comparison to their experience with MIUI.
From MIUI to HyperOS: What we want from the new Xiaomi’s OS
MIUI has been a good operating system for Xiaomi, but there are certain areas that could use some improvement. Xiaomi has a unique opportunity with HyperOS to address the shortcomings of MIUI.
1. Reduction of Bloatware
While MIUI is known for being feature-rich, it is also notably heavy, particularly on devices in the lower-end price range. A significant part of this weight can be attributed to the pre-installed applications and games that many users do not need or use. Xiaomi does allow users to uninstall much of this bloatware, but it would be even better if these unnecessary applications did not come pre-installed in the first place.
As we catch glimpses of HyperOS in action on various devices, it remains uncertain how much bloatware will be preloaded on smartphones. However, a reduction in the number of pre-installed apps, especially those that duplicate Google’s offerings, would be a welcome change.
2. Speedier Updates
Xiaomi has entered the race to offer longer periods of updates to its users, promising up to four years of Android updates and five years of system updates for certain models. However, the challenge lies in delivering these updates in a timely manner. Xiaomi often lags behind Google’s update cycles, given its extensive system customizations and a broad product catalog. With HyperOS, it is hoped that Xiaomi will enhance its ability to provide faster system updates while maintaining compatibility across its devices.
3. Reduction of Ads
Ads have long been a pain point for MIUI users. Xiaomi has taken steps to reduce their presence, but system ads still manage to make their way into the user experience. The question arises: is it necessary for users to encounter ads when installing applications or during other tasks?
It’s important to recognize that ads have been a means to offer more affordable devices and generate additional revenue. Still, users would greatly appreciate further reductions in intrusive advertisements within the system.
4. Enhanced Privacy
HyperOS aims to improve user experience through unification and understanding, but it also places a high priority on user privacy. While it is common to accept a user agreement and privacy policy for each device, there are also optional policies, such as those related to personalized ads, user experience programs, and individual agreements for pre-installed applications. Even the app designed to clean your phone comes with its own privacy agreement.
The multitude of terms and conditions can be overwhelming, and many users tend to overlook them. It would be advantageous for Xiaomi to streamline and simplify its privacy policies, making them more user-friendly and comprehensible.
5. Hardware Optimization
Xiaomi has been known for providing powerful hardware at competitive prices. However, two persistent issues have plagued users in the €150-€300 price range: excessive RAM consumption and suboptimal battery optimization within MIUI.
Firstly, the additional RAM in Xiaomi devices often goes underutilized, especially in older or mid-range phones. HyperOS, as per its presentation, is designed to work seamlessly on a wide range of devices and is expected to address RAM consumption issues.
Secondly, battery optimization is essential to extend a device’s battery life, but over-optimization can sometimes result in the sacrifice of crucial features and notifications. Achieving a balance between battery life and functionality is key. And with HyperOS, we hope to see improvements in this regard.
Things we hope that Xiaomi include in its new HyperOS operating system
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Xiaomi is one of the most popular smartphone manufacturers in the world, and its MIUI operating system is one of the most popular custom ROMs. However, MIUI has been criticized for being too heavy and bloated. And for not being as smooth and fluid as other operating systems like OxygenOS and LineageOS.
In response to these criticisms, Xiaomi is rumored to be developing a new operating system called HyperOS. HyperOS is said to be a lightweight and fluid operating system that will be more focused on performance and battery life than MIUI.
Here are some of the things we hope that Xiaomi includes in its new HyperOS operating system:
A lightweight and fluid design: HyperOS should have a lightweight and fluid design that is easy to use and navigate. It should also be less bloated than MIUI, with fewer unnecessary features and customizations.
Improved performance: HyperOS should be faster and more responsive than MIUI. It should also be more efficient in terms of battery life.
A more stock Android experience: HyperOS should offer a more stock Android experience than MIUI. This means that it should have fewer customizations and pre-installed apps.
More timely updates: HyperOS should receive timely updates from Xiaomi. This is something that MIUI has been criticized for in the past.
Better support for third-party apps: HyperOS should offer better support for third-party apps than MIUI. This means that it should be easier to install and use third-party apps on HyperOS.
In addition to the above, here are some other specific features that we would like to see in HyperOS:
A system-wide dark mode: A system-wide dark mode is one of the most requested features by MIUI users. We would like to see a well-implemented system-wide dark mode in HyperOS.
A more customizable theme engine: The MIUI theme engine is powerful. But it can also be confusing and difficult to use. We would like to see a more user-friendly and customizable theme engine in HyperOS.
Improved gesture navigation: The gesture navigation system in MIUI is not as good as the gesture navigation system in OxygenOS or LineageOS. We would like to see a more polished and user-friendly gesture navigation system in HyperOS.
More features for power users: HyperOS should offer more features for power users, such as the ability to unlock the bootloader, install custom ROMs, and root the device.
Better support for older devices: Xiaomi should provide timely updates and support for HyperOS on older Xiaomi devices.
Overall, we are excited about the prospect of a new operating system from Xiaomi. We hope that HyperOS will be a lightweight, fluid, and stock Android experience with improved performance and battery life. We also hope that Xiaomi will address some of the criticisms of MIUI by offering a more user-friendly theme engine, improving gesture navigation, and providing more features for power users.
Additional thoughts
In addition to the above, here are some other thoughts on what we hope to see in HyperOS:
A focus on privacy and security: HyperOS should have a strong focus on privacy and security. This means that it should have features like built-in ad blocking, app permissions management, and encryption by default.
Support for new technologies: HyperOS should support new technologies like 5G and foldable displays.
A long-term roadmap: Xiaomi should have a long-term roadmap for HyperOS, with a clear plan for updates and support.
We hope that Xiaomi will take our feedback into consideration when developing HyperOS. We believe that HyperOS has the potential to be one of the best operating systems for smartphones. And we are excited to see what Xiaomi comes up with.
In Conclusion
Xiaomi’s transition from MIUI to HyperOS is an exciting development for users and enthusiasts. While MIUI has served Xiaomi well, the advent of HyperOS brings forth the potential for addressing longstanding issues and offering an enhanced user experience. With a promise of fewer pre-installed apps, faster updates, reduced ads, improved privacy policies, and refined hardware optimization, Xiaomi has the opportunity to deliver a more streamlined and user-centric OS. As we look forward to 2024 and the release of the Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro, it will be interesting to see how HyperOS shapes the future of Xiaomi smartphones and the broader Android ecosystem.
Cammy has become one of the most popular characters since her debut in Super Street Fighter 2: The New Challengers back in September 10, 1993 and September 11, 1993 in the arcades for Japan and North America respectively.
She’s been present all throughout Street Fighter 4, Street Fighter 5, and Street Fighter 6, a trait not shared by T. Hawk, Dee Jay, or Fei Long — the other combatants that made their debut in Super Street Fighter 2: The New Challengers.
Back in Super Street Fighter 2: The New Challengers, Cammy was described as “a 19-year-old female special forces agent from England with a mysterious past tied to M. Bison.” The truth about this mysterious past wouldn’t really be revealed until Street Fighter Alpha 3.
Technically speaking, Cammy first appeared in the Street Fighter Alpha series as a hidden character in Street Fighter Alpha 2 Gold, but this appearance is said to be noncanonical. As such, Street Fighter Alpha 3 provides canonical details about Cammy’s past.
It turns out that Cammy is a clone of M. Bison. She was intended to become M. Bison’s replacement body once his Psycho Power became too much for him to handle in his current body. Cammy was to operate as an assassin for Shadaloo under the alias of “Killer Bee” until that appointed time, but she ended up breaking free from Shadaloo’s plans before that could happen.
Whether she’s an operative for Shadaloo or Delta Red, Cammy seems to have a preference for thong leotards. This is apparently the case because she believes that thong leotards allow for optimal speed, mobility, and flexibility.
Of course, these attributes have traditionally been reflected in Cammy’s gameplay as she typically has elements that emphasize speed and mobility. Though she was widely considered to be the weakest overall character throughout her appearances in Street Fighter 2, she is typically a top tier combatant in the later entries of the series in which she is playable.
Unsurprisingly, Cammy’s preference for thong leotards has carried over into some of her alternate costumes. Her Battle Outfit 1 from Street Fighter 5 is a notable example of an alternate costume that is functionally a thong leotard.
While wearing her Battle Outfit 1, it can also be noted that Cammy is wearing white thigh-high socks, black knee pads, black boots, a green backpack, black mid-arm gloves, red rider goggles on her forehead, and a utility belt on her waist. She appears to have a bunch of gadgets attached to her utility belt, but these are purely aesthetic during gameplay.
It’s speculated that Cammy might be able to perform an “optic blast” with her red rider goggles, which wouldn’t be too outlandish considering that C. Viper could do this in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3. Regardless, it’s clear that color 15 for Cammy’s Battle Outfit 1 is a reference to the X-Men series based on the colors she’s donning.
Kid_Warrior97 at one point pulled off a beautiful cosplay of Battle Outfit 1 Cammy over on her Instagram page. Photos have been taken from a number of interesting angles that show that this is indeed a thong leotard. Check it out below:
Tech YouTubers often conduct comprehensive speed tests to evaluate the real-world performance of smartphones. These tests assess how quickly phones handle various tasks, from opening apps to exporting videos. The results provide valuable insights into each device’s capabilities and help consumers make informed choices when selecting a new smartphone.
Speed Test Between Google Pixel 8 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro
The Pixel series has never been known for its high performance. In a recent speed test against the iPhone 15 Pro, the Pixel 8 Pro falls far behind, with Apple taking the lead. The traditional PhoneBuff speed test involves a head-to-head comparison between two phones. In this instance, the Pixel 8 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro Max. An automated machine subjects both phones to a sequence of tasks. These include opening apps and executing various functions, all while the clock is ticking. Some may argue that this doesn’t reflect how people typically use their phones. However, the test is effective in highlighting how smartphones differ in handling common tasks and in managing apps in memory.
App Opening and Video Export Speed Test
Throughout history, Google’s Pixel phones have never performed better than the iPhone in this evaluation. The same statement holds true in this latest comparison. During the initial stage of the test, the Pixel initially takes the lead in opening apps. However, it lags behind in a video export task. Here, the iPhone’s superior processing power and app optimization become evident. The Pixel struggles to recover from this setback. It completed the first lap nearly 30 seconds after the iPhone.
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Memory and Word Processing Apps Pixel 8 Pro iPhone 15 Pro
In the second lap, which emphasizes the ability to keep apps in memory, the Pixel also falters by failing to keep some apps like Microsoft Excel and Word open. This further widens the performance gap. In the final tally, the Pixel completed the test in 3 minutes and 28 seconds, approximately 40 seconds slower than the iPhone’s impressive 2 minutes and 48 seconds.
The Pixel faced defeat for a few key reasons. Firstly, the Tensor G3 chip in the Pixel is notably less powerful than Apple’s A17 Pro. This put it at a disadvantage right from the start. Additionally, when compared to other Android flagship devices, Google’s Pixel appears to be slightly behind the technological curve. For example, the newer UFS 4.0 storage in devices like the Galaxy S23 Ultra allows certain tasks to run more swiftly. Moreover, the increased power provided by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in Samsung’s phone, as well as devices from other manufacturers like OnePlus, also contributes to faster performance in tasks such as exporting data. These combined factors gave Apple’s iPhone a clear advantage in the speed test.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro is not Entirely Slow
It’s quite evident that the Pixel 8 Pro is not a slow device. Google’s flagship phone is still very capable and can efficiently handle various tasks. As seen in the test, it initially performs well, highlighting the fact that the perception of performance in everyday use can be subjective and depends on how you use your phone.
However, it’s worth noting that the Pixel 8 Pro’s performance was hindered by the relatively lower processing power of Google’s Tensor chips. This is an aspect that Google should consider in its future releases. Apple’s chips have extra power, which helps their devices remain usable for several years after their initial release. This longevity is essential for Google, especially since the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro receive OS updates for seven years.
