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The snapshot marathon for the next major Minecraft update is already in full swing. The Minecraft 23W43A snapshot has introduced the long-awaited update to copper blocks. And with that, we have been presented with the cool copper bulb. This is an extraordinarily unique light source block with some never-before-seen properties. So, buckle up, because in this guide, we will be exploring everything related to the copper bulb in Minecraft 1.21.

Copper bulb is a light source block with redstone properties too. It can be turned on and off using redstone power. We have detailed how you can make a copper bulb, how it works, and how to use it.

Items You Need to Make a Copper Bulb

The crafting recipe for copper bulbs is quite heavy on resources. A bit of grind and preparation is required to get your hands on this cool lamp. Luckily, the recipe always gives you at least four bulbs at once, so it’s not that bad. To make copper bulbs, you’ll need the following resources:

• 3 Copper Blocks
• 1 Blaze Rod
• 1 Redstone Dust
• 1 Crafting Table or Crafter

Copper blocks can be crafted using nine copper ingots. Blaze rods are drops from the blaze mobs in Minecraft. They are ranged and melee mobs found only in the Nether fortress. Since they shoot fireballs at you, it’s greatly advised you bring some fire resistance potions in this scary dimension.

Redstone dust is a precious material dropped while mining redstone ores. And finally, the crafting table is a utility block that allows you to perform complex crafting actions. You can easily craft it with 4 wooden planks. Alternatively, you can use the new auto-crafter in Minecraft 1.21. It is similar to the crafting table, but it only supports crafting triggered by a redstone signal.

Minecraft 1.21 Copper Bulb Crafting Recipe

After you acquire the required resources, follow the steps below to make a copper bulb.

• Place the crafting table or the crafter in your world.

• Right-click the block to open its crafting grid. First, place the blaze rod in the center slot of the 3 x 3 grid.

• Then, put a piece of redstone dust underneath the blaze rod in the bottommost row.

• Finally, place the copper blocks surrounding the blaze rod in the three empty cardinal direction slots, as shown below.
• If you are using the crafting table, you can click on the copper bulb on the right and move the item to your inventory.

• But if you are using the new crafter block, make sure to power it once to spit the items out. You can do this with a lever, button, or any other redstone power source.

Where to Find a Copper Bulb in Minecraft

Yeah, these fancy lamps are quite expensive to make. So, the alternative way of obtaining them could pay off more. You can find the copper bulbs in the new trial chamber structure in Minecraft 1.21. So far, at the time of writing, we don’t know much about them. We know for sure that they will be massive underground structures that focus on exciting combat challenges. As for where this mysterious building is going to generate, we don’t know yet.

How the Copper Bulb Works in Minecraft

The way you use a copper bulb differs from your regular redstone lamp. The first main feature is that this block turns on and off every time it receives power. This means that if you power the bulb with a lever after placing it down for the first time, it’ll turn on. However, if you deactivate the lever, the bulb will still stay on. But then if you activate the lever once again, the bulb will turn off.

As you can probably notice in the GIF below, those are not the only states of the copper bulb. If the bulb is receiving constant power, it’ll display a red dot in the center of its texture. This will be the case no matter whether the bulb is on or off. Switching of all these states can easily be detected by an observer.

Copper bulb’s surprises don’t stop there. Its next fascinating fact is that it emits a light level depending on the oxidation state it’s currently at. Here are the light levels based on the oxidation state:

• No oxidation (fully orange) – light level 15
• Exposed version (mostly orange with green spots) – light level 12
• Weathered copper bulb (mostly green with orange spots) – light level 8
• Oxidized copper bulb (fully green) – light level 4.

You can wax these bulbs in any state that you want using a honeycomb, and they will keep that state until you scrape it off with an axe.

Copper bulbs themselves are a redstone power source as well. If you were to place a redstone comparator such that it’s reading the signal of the copper bulb, it will light up if the bulb is on. The signal will always be 15 no matter the oxidation of the bulb.

If the bulb is off though, it will no longer send the signal. This is the case for both constantly powered states that display the “red dot” in the center.

How to Use a Copper Bulb in Minecraft 1.21

With all the properties mentioned above, we have mentioned steps for you to follow in order to use a copper bulb in the game.

After you craft a copper bulb, place it in the world. Then, it’s time to power it. You may use this with any redstone power source, like a lever, button, or even a block of redstone. Place the button or lever on top of the bulb and activate them by right-clicking. In the case of a redstone block, you can just place it attached to the bulb. When you activate the copper bulb, it will turn on and emit light.

But when the power source is deactivated, you will see that the copper bulb still stays on, which is explained in the previous section. This mechanic all on its own is important as a redstone feature and will probably be present in several farms and other redstone contraption designs.

You can then break the power source and leave the copper bulb powered wherever you want. In addition, you can keep it waxed in case you would like it to emit a constant light level. Otherwise, it will start slowly oxidizing, releasing dimmer light with each stage. The other option is to hook it up to a comparator or even an observer, that will detect any change of the bulb’s state (see the GIF above).

If you would like to turn the copper bulb off, you will need to provide it with a redstone signal one more time, using a power source of your choice.

The possibilities the copper bulb creates are endless. The lighting customizability has been drastically expanded, making this block amazing in all sorts of different scenarios. We cannot wait to see what the community will come up with utilizing the unbelievable copper bulb block. What are your thoughts on it? Share with us and all of our readers in the comments below!

Microsoft recently introduced a new Office add-in for Excel called Business Assist Forecast Service. This powerful tool can help brands forecast customer support volume and manage staffing. It will ultimately help reduce support costs.

What is Business Assist Forecast Service?

Business Assist Forecast Service is an add-in for Excel that uses machine learning to predict case and conversation volumes based on historical data. Analyzing past trends and volume levels manually is a time-consuming task, but this new service gives you the ability to forecast future support case volume quickly and confidently. The add-in can help businesses with support resource planning and allocation, ultimately reducing support costs.

Features of Business Assist Forecast Service

The Business Assist Forecast Service add-in has several features that make it a powerful tool for businesses. Some of these features include:

• Forecasting models: The add-in uses a set of forecasting models to predict case and conversation volumes based on historical data.
• Visualizations: This service allows users to visualize forecast volumes on an hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly interval basis for a time range of up to six months.
• Filtering and analysis: Users can filter and analyze subsets of forecasted volumes to fine-tune forecasts.
• Seasonal event detection: The add-in can automatically detect and adjust repeated seasonal events and holidays from historical traffic with an option to import your service calendar. This helps the forecasting model accurately predict volume during special or seasonal events.

How to use this service

This service is available through Microsoft AppSource. To use the add-in, follow these steps:

1. Open Excel and click on the “Insert” tab.
2. Click on “Get Add-ins” and search for “Business Assist Forecast Service.”
3. Click on “Add” to install the add-in.
4. Once installed, open the add-in and select the data range you want to forecast.
5. Choose the forecasting model you want to use and adjust any settings as needed.
6. Click “Forecast” to generate the forecast.

Excel users can open the Home option and jump to the add-in option to install the Business Assist Forecast add-in. The currently applicable versions are as follows:

• Excel for the web
• Excel 2013 for Windows
• Excel 2016 for Windows
• Excel for Windows (Microsoft 365)
• Excel 2015 for Mac
• Excel for Mac (Microsoft 365)

Conclusion

Business Assist Forecast Service is a powerful tool that can help brands predict customer support volume and manage staff. By using machine learning to predict case and conversation volumes based on historical data, the add-in can help brands reduce support costs and better use resources. With features like visualizations, filtering and analysis, and seasonal event detection, this service is a valuable addition to any brand’s toolkit.

Like every year, Apple brought some Pro-exclusive hardware features with the iPhone 15 Pro & 15 Pro Max that grabbed everyone’s attention. We are talking about the Titanium frame, sleek design, the all-new A17 Pro chipset, an exciting 5x Telephoto lens, and more. Out of all the bells and whistles added to the iPhone 15 Pro models, the Action Button remains a prominent and highlighting feature. Unarguably, it’s a useful addition to initiate an action on your iPhone. That said, you may accidentally hold onto the Action button and trigger a function unintentionally. Frankly speaking, it’s quite annoying. To escape such situations, you should disable the Action button on the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max. Let me show you how it is done.

It’s pretty straightforward to disable the Action Button on the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. For this, you need to configure the Action Button in iPhone settings. Here’s how to do it:

• Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
• Now, scroll down and tap on Action Button.
• Here, you’ll see different actions that you can perform with the Action Button on iPhone 15 Pro. Simply swipe left until you see the No Action option.

• And, that’s it! When you set no action for the Action Button, it will completely disable the button. No function will be performed when you press the button.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Which iPhones have the Action button?

Only iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max have the Action Button. No other iPhones, including the iPhone 15 or iPhone 15 Plus have this button.

2. What are the options for the Action button on iPhone 15 Pro?

Below are the options for the Action Button on iPhone 15 Pro models:

• Toggle Silent mode on/off.
• Turn on the flashlight.
• Use the Magnifier feature to zoom in on objects near you.
• Toggle Focus mode on/off.
• Capture a voice memo.
• Open the camera app with a certain mode.
• Open an app or run your favourite shortcut.
• Quickly use an accessibility feature.
• Perform no action.

3. How do I customize the action button on my iPhone 15 Pro?

The Action button on iPhone 15 Pro models is a programmable hotkey that lets you put your iPhone on Silent mode, open an app, capture a voice memo, or perform any other function. To customize the Action button on iPhone 15 Pro, open the Settings app and tap on Action Button. You can then assign a function to the Action button from the list of available actions. There are tonnes of options to customize the Action Button on iPhone 15 Pro models.

So you see how easy and quick it is to turn off the Action Button on iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro models. In case you’re facing any issues with the Action Button, feel free to reach out to us in the comments below. Also, don’t miss our guide on making iPhone 15 Pro’s Action Button more useful.

Samsung announced a partnership with Lacoste to launch new themed accessories for Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5. For those unfamiliar with the lineup, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Z Fold5 are the latest iterations from Samsung’s foldable smartphone series. To keep the momentum, Samsung is partnering with a traditional cloth manufacturer. The partnership comes for “an immersion in urban culture, investing in the world of fashion and sport”. The collaboration will produce unique cases for both smartphones with the legendary crocodile logo. So, what does this mean for consumers? Soon, consumers will have more options to make their premium smartphones look unique in the crowd.

 

Samsung and Lacoste partner to offer custom themes, accessories and extra gifts for Galaxy Z Fold5 and Flip5 in France

To celebrate the partnership, Samsung and Lacoste have the online celebrity Sally leading the marketing campaign. There are multiple posters with her face in key locations across France. Currently, the partnership is focused in France. There are posters across Samsung Experience Stores and the Lacoste flagship store on Champs-Elysees.

About Lacoste

The brand’s name comes from its creator: René Lacoste. He is a famous French tennis player who, inspired by this hobby, designed clothes that have had a profound impact on the sportswear market. This revolution was a natural consequence of the elegance of sneakers and became a differentiator of that brand’s clothing.

Special Goodies Being Offered In the Collaboration

The first week of the partnership will be marked with a promo deal on the Samsung France website. For every purchase of a Galaxy Z Fold5 or Z Flip5 smartphone, the customer gets a free Lacoste case. There will also be a €150 trade-in bonus as well as a free Galaxy Buds2 Pro (separately sold for €299). Consumers who decide to buy the 256 GB variant of the Flip5 in any of Samsung Online exclusive colors will get a further €100 discount. The offer is bigger for the Fold5, which gives consumers extra €200 if they opt for the 256 GB Cobalt option.

Those who love stylish accessories and have a taste for Lacoste’s branding, will certainly enjoy the new collaboration. These smartphones are certainly very appealing by their own. However, adding a bit more with unique accessories won’t hurt those who valorize style.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Z Flip5 Specifications Recap

In case you’ve missed the launch, we can recap some of the specificaitons found in these smartphones, the target of the new campaign.

The Galaxy Z Fold5 packs a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and a 6.2-inch outer display with 2,316 x 904 pixels of resolution. Under the hood, it boasts the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 with up to 1 TB of Storage and 12 GB of RAM. It has a triple camera array with a 50 MP main camera, 10 MP telephoto, and 12 MP ultrawide snapper. The foldable slate draws powers from a 4,400 mAh battery with 25W fast-charging.

When it comes to the Galaxy Z Flip5, it packs a 6.7-inch Dynamic Foldable AMOLED screen with Full HD+ resolution and outer 3.4-inch Super AMOLED screen with 720 x 748 pixels of resolution. Under the hood, it has the same Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 as it sibling and offers up to 512 GB of Storage and up to 8 GB of RAM. The phone has a dual camera setup with 12 MP PDAF OIS, and 12 MP ultrawide shooter. The phone draws power from a 3,700 mAh battery with 25W charging.

The Galaxy Z Flip5 has a 10 MP selfie shooter with f/2.2 aperture. It also has stereo speakers, Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, NFC and USB Type-C 3.2. The phone boasts a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, accelerometer and all the typical sensors.

Conclusion

The new collaboration certainly adds a bit of appeal to fans of the fashion brand Lacoste. However, conventional smartphone users may also enjoy these cases due to their unique visuals.

HMD Global-owned Nokia has launched a new feature phone, the Nokia 105 Classic in India. The phone has one of the main highlights in the form of UPI support and comes under Rs 1,000. This comes after the company recently launched the Nokia 105 feature phone. Check out the price, features, and more.

Nokia 105 Classic: Specs and Features

The Nokia 105 Classic has a compact and easy-to-hold design and has gone through various durability tests, making it easier for it to withstand tough conditions. There’s a well-spaced keypad, which makes it easier to type without the need for looking at the phone.

As mentioned earlier, the USP is support for UPI, which can enable easy instant payments via UPI ‘123Pay.‘ Even the recent Nokia 105 comes with support for UPI.

Commenting on the launch, HMD Global VP- India & APAC Ravi Kunwar, said, “We are excited to launch an exciting upgrade to market-leading feature phone with the new Nokia 105 Classic, more relevant than ever with a stylish new design and the UPI feature. With the feature-packed Nokia 105 Classic in the under INR 1000 segment, we strive to bridge the digital divide and enable financial access for all.“

The phone is backed by an 800mAh battery, which is said to provide for a full day’s usage. It also comes with a wireless FM radio.

To recall, Jio introduced its JioBharat B1 4G feature phone, which comes with JioPay to enable UPI payments. It also comes with 4G support, a big 2.4-inch display, FM radio, expandable storage, and more. It is priced at Rs 1,299.

Price and Availability

The Nokia 105 Classic starts at Rs 999 and comes in four variants: single-SIM, dual-SIM, with a charger, and without a charger. The feature phones will be available in Charcoal and Blue colorways via the company’s website and leading retail stores. It comes with a year’s warranty.

The Realme GT5 Pro launch is drawing near now that Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and kickstarted a new generation of flagships. Realme’s upcoming smartphone is among the many new smartphones set to come with Qualcomm’s flagship SoC. Today, ahead of the phone’s launch, the regulatory agency TENAA revealed (Source) all the specifications coming with the new phone. With the specifications uncovered, it’s just a matter of time until Realme discloses the launch date for its next flagship. Without further ado, let’s dive into the specifications within the new handset.

Realme GT5 Pro – AMOLED Display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 50 MP camera and more

The Realme GT5 Pro will pack a 6.78-inch AMOLED display. The AMOLED panel will provide crisp visuals and vivid colors as well as deep blacks thanks to its design which has black pixels turned off. The resolution of the phone will be at 2,780 x 1,264 pixels. The panel will also bring a fingerprint scanner underneath and a 32 MP front-facing snapper at its top-center.

Under the hood, the Realme GT5 Pro will bring the all-new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Realme will sell the phone in multiple configurations with 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB of Storage. In terms of RAM, the phone will feature variants with 8 GB, 12 GB, or 16 GB of RAM. The chipset will bring a base clock of 3.3 GHz for its prime Cortex-X4 core. With the powerful flagship SoC, users will be able to run any app or task without any issue. Games will also be played at the max settings without any hassle.

The phone will not disappoint in the camera setup. In fact, this will be the best Realme flagship in terms of camera. Instead of a generic camera combo with main camera, ultrawide and macro, Realme will invest on this setup to impress in photography. The handset will include a 50 MP Sony IMX966 camera with a 1/1.4″ size. It will be joined by a 50 MP telephoto module enabling it to catch images with 2.7x optical zoom. There will also be 8 MP ultrawide lens.  The Realme GT5Pro listed dimensions are 161.6 x 75.1 x 9.2 mm and it weighs in at 220 grams. The phone runs Android 14 and features a huge 5,260 mAh battery with 100W charging.

Conclusion

With the specifications uncovered, it’s just a matter of time until Realme decides to share the launch date with us. So far, the Realme GT5 Pro is looking to be one of the most interesting flagships for this year.

Riot Games always brings something new to the game with every update. Recently, we got a new map as Sunset, and on November 1st, we will get the newest duelist ISO with the next Episode 7 Act 3. However, one thing Valorant has not received is a new weapon. Perhaps it is time for that, and a new leak suggests the same. In the Chinese beta build of the game, a new weapon has been spotted. The new Valorant weapon is speculated to be a marksman rifle from the sniper category, so let’s learn all we know about it right now.

Valorant’s New Outlaw Weapon: Overview

According to multiple influencers, the weapon’s name will be Outlaw. Riot Games loves making some final changes to the name of their content such as agent or map names, so the weapon’s name is still subject to change. Earlier this year, we saw Valorant launching in China with a different client.

From the same Chinese client, the video was leaked where an influencer is seen opening the weapon store where Outlaw was seen sitting right under the Marshal. The gun looks similar to Lockwood Mk 2 from MW2 and might work like the 30-30 with dual shell from the Apex Legends BR.

The Outlaw will cost 2,400 credits and will be the middle ground between the Marshal (950 credits) and the Operator (4700 credits). The gun also might come with a maximum damage of 150 on the head, as per rumors. The scope also looks smaller which can result in a shorter zoom range unlike Marshal or the mighty Operator.

Remember that the Marshal already insta-kills enemies on the head. As the gun price is between Guardian and Bulldog, it might become the next fan favorite. We will only know when the gun comes out (if it comes at all).

When is Valorant’s New Weapon Coming?

As of now Riot Games has not confirmed or denied this leak. We all know how Riot loves to throw leaks and speculation toward its fan community. However, the original video that leaked this new weapon is now gone from the thread. Nonetheless, it can also be a China client’s exclusive gun. Do you want a new weapon in Valorant? Let us know your opinion in the comments below.