Tag: Phones and Gadgets

The best part about joining Team Pixel is that you get to enjoy the latest Android flavors as soon as they are released, whereas your pals are still stuck with previous versions. Since Android 16 is coming out early this year, you may be wondering if your Pixel is eligible for this mid-cycle update. Fear not, just take a look at this list of all Google Pixel devices that will receive Android 16.

Android 16: List of Supported Google Pixel Phones

Google is currently testing the public beta of Android 16 on all supported devices, and they have also extended the update cycle for Pixel 6 and 7 series devices back in December. This means your Pixel will likely get the update. Just to be sure, cross-check your phone with the list of supported devices:

• Pixel 9a
• Pixel 9 Pro Fold
• Pixel 9 Pro XL
• Pixel 9 Pro
• Pixel 9
• Pixel 8a
• Pixel 8 Pro
• Pixel 8
• Pixel Tablet
• Pixel Fold
• Pixel 7a
• Pixel 7 Pro
• Pixel 7
• Pixel 6a
• Pixel 6 Pro
• Pixel 6

What’s New in Android 16?

Android 16 brings several useful and quality-of-life changes to your existing Google Pixel phones. Most of what’s new is under the hood, or will arrive later with QPR builds and Pixel Drops. However, some highlight features include Live updates like iOS, Bluetooth audio sharing, resizable windows for larger screens, and predictive back gesture in third-party apps.

Android 16: Potential Release Timeline

The update should be rolling out to your device somewhere around May or early June, as it has already received its possibly final beta. If you don’t want to wait for the final release, then you can learn how to install Android 16 beta and get the update right away.

That’s all we had for this list. Hopefully, your Pixel cut this year is eligible to receive the upcoming update. It is honestly quite good on Google’s part to not only honor the updates, but to extend them further for older devices.

Microsoft has announced a new feature, Copilot Vision. It’s an addition to its artificial intelligence assistant, Copilot, and is currently free to utilize in the Microsoft Edge browser. This feature goes way beyond what a typical voice assistant can do. It has the ability to read what appears on your screen and respond to voice commands in real time.

What Can Copilot Vision Do

Copilot Vision makes it easier for users to talk to their browser. You can communicate with it by tapping on the microphone icon in Edge. The assistant, once activated, listens and acts on what you can see on your screen.

For example, if you are reading a recipe online, Copilot is able to list out the ingredients or walk you through each step. If you’re looking at a job posting, it’s able to offer tips or walk you through an interview. This is helpful to get the information you need without having to click over and re-search.

However, Microsoft does not recommend the use of the feature to review sensitive documents, including résumés. It’s better to verify them by hand to avoid errors or privacy violations.

Free Features vs. Pro Access

Copilot Vision’s basic version at no cost is offered to every Edge user. It comes with voice interaction and screen scanning. When you activate the feature, the browser visually signals and beeps. It lets you know it’s listening. The assistant is turned off when the browser is closed or when you close the session.

For higher-end functionality, Copilot Pro can be upgraded to by users. Copilot Pro is not only available within Edge but also within apps like Photoshop, video editing, and even videogames like Minecraft. It possesses more advanced integration and more AI-enabled tools.

A New Way to Browse

Copilot Vision speeds up and streamlines web browsing. It turns your screen into an interactive space where you can ask for help, get answers, or navigate yourself—just with voice.

It’s available to use. You just need Microsoft Edge. Have you tried it yet? Leave your feedback!

Beaks is all about adding rarer and epic birds to your collection by putting them to sleep. However, there might always be some annoying little ones that tend to hide behind the leaves or fly to higher branches. So, at these times, you’ll require a good pair of binoculars to track down those troublesome birds. Fortunately, Beaks provides both basic and advanced binoculars for all the beginners and those who have progressed a lot in the game. Want one? Keep reading as we show you how to get Binoculars in Beaks right here.

How to Get Binoculars in Beaks

Both the basic and advanced pair of Binoculars are located at the same location as the Glider in Beaks, at the Pinewood River area of Mountain Beaks. Although the Mountain Beaks area is easily noticeable, finding out the Pinewood River can be a bit tricky. So, follow these simple steps to get the Binoculars easily.

• From the first spawn point, which is Beakwoods, head straight from the banner, jump down, and then take the left path to find the entrance to Mountain Beaks.
• Now, walk this stony path to reach the ground above, and you’ll find a banner saying ‘Mountain Beaks.’
• Take the path on your left and get to the next level.
• Here, you will find another banner, and opposite it will be a series of bushes hiding a secret area.
• Walk through the bushes and then pass the Axel NPC to find a checkpoint labeled ‘Pinewood River‘.
• Continue on the same path to find a small river, and at the end of this river, you’ll locate both the basic and advanced binoculars.
• Here, you can purchase basic binoculars for $1,500 and advanced ones for $2,500.

All Uses of Binoculars in Beaks

Binoculars are one of the most essential pieces of gear in Beaks, used to watch and find birds. Sometimes, birds tend to hide behind trees or inside leaves on branches, or they might fly at great heights.

Here, you’ll need a pair of binoculars to locate them from a distance and aim your shot more accurately. The basic set of binoculars can be suitable for beginners, although it comes with limited zooming capabilities. Hence, you can aim for the Advanced pair to get better clarity and zooming power, making it easier to spot the birds.

Apart from watching the birds, is there anything much you can do with them, but again, what else would you expect from a pair of binoculars? Simply open up your inventory, search for the pair you bought by typing its name in the search bar, and then drag it to your hotbar.

Now, press the corresponding key to hold the binocular in your hand. Now you can click the right mouse button or use the scroll button to zoom in and zoom out on the bird you want to watch.

And that’s how you get the binoculars in Beaks. Have you got this item yet? Let us know in the comments below!

Motorola is set to launch its new phones — the Edge 60 and Razr 60 series — in a global event on April 24. This follows recent leaks about the Edge 60 Pro. Now, new images and full specs of the standard Motorola Edge 60 have surfaced online, courtesy of renowned leaker @evleaks.

Motorola Edge 60 to Launch Globally on April 24

The Edge 60 is the direct successor to last year’s Edge 50. It boasts a 6.7-inch curved pOLED display with a 1.5K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. This promises silky smooth operation and sharp display for everyday use and entertainment.

Internally, Motorola is replacing the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 Accelerated Edition from the Edge 50 with the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor. Former rumors had spoken about the Dimensity 7400, but it still makes for a considerable boost in terms of performance.

It will have a high-strength camera setup. At the back, it boasts a 50MP primary camera with Sony’s LYTIA 700C and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). It further boasts an ultra-wide-angle camera and a 3x telephoto camera. At the front for self-shots, it is a high-strength 50MP sensor.

When memory is concerned, Edge 60 comes with 12GB of RAM and virtual RAM up to 12GB. It also features 512GB of built-in storage, which provides enough space for apps, videos, and photos.

Battery life should also get better. The phone features a 5200mAh battery — marginally larger than the Edge 50’s 5000mAh battery. It comes with support for 68W Turbo charging, so it will get charged in a flash.

The other thing of interest is durability. The Edge 60 meets MIL-STD-810H standards, which means that it will be able to withstand harsh usage. It should also feature an IP69 rating, which will give excellent resistance to dust and water.

Pricing information will be revealed during the official launch. An Indian release is also imminent, as Motorola has begun teasing a new Edge phone for the country.

We will have more information as the release date draws near.

Sloclap is the mastermind behind the blockbuster beat ’em up game, Sifu. Sifu became one of my favorite games of all time, to the point I was pulling off no-death runs after mastering the combat. Hence, I was looking forward to the next big game from the Parisian studio and was utterly blown away when they announced a multiplayer football game as their next title. As someone who lives and breathes football, I feel that this game is like a match made in heaven for me.

Now, here we are with the Sloclap studio rolling out beta access for their Rematch game. Luckily, I got a code and put in a couple of hours chasing my victories with the ball. If you are curious about how good the new football game is, here are my first impressions of Sloclap’s Rematch.

Rematch Gameplay Overview

First, here is a brief overview of Rematch that everyone should know about. Rematch is a multiplayer football game played from a third-person perspective. Instead of a traditional football game with two 11-player teams going head-to-head in a match, Rematch offers a 5v5 experience like a futsal game.

While competitive mode only has a 5v5 option, quick play mode currently includes a 4v4 mode, and the devs have stated that a 3v3 mode will also be added. Therefore, you can team up with your friends or join the random online players to clash against a team to secure the victory.

Each match lasts around six minutes, and the team that scores the most goals wins. Pretty football, like? Also, if you can score four goals without letting the opponent score one, you can quickly take the win home. If the score is a tie, the match will go into overtime to determine the ultimate winner. Moreover, there are no fouls or offside in the game, similar to FIFA’s “No Rules” mode.

Rematch is a pure online game, and there isn’t a single-player campaign mode you can play offline at the moment. However, you can access the freeplay and workshop to hone your footballing skills offline.

If you have played Rocket League before, you might already be familiar with Rematch’s gameplay. Although this game has been inspired by Rocket League and FIFA’s street football modes, Sloclap has added its own twist to offer an incredibly entertaining and flashy football experience. Let me break it down for you below:

Basics

There are no fixed roles in Rematch; players have the freedom to choose their roles by strategizing with their teammates. For example, if you are currently a striker and want to defend as a goalkeeper, you can fall back near the goal post to turn into a goalkeeper.

The positions are also randomly rotated after a goal is scored. Similar to any other football game, you have various passing and shooting options for attack, as well as normal and slide tackles in defense. Goalkeepers also have a set of defending options, such as diving and sliding. In addition, the player can also use the walls around them to create versatile shots.

Although the control button mapping feels a bit messy right now, controlling the player, both with and without the ball, feels super snappy, as they have nailed the player animations. The footy games are extremely fast-paced, with time running against you. Based on my time with the current beta state of the game, Rematch’s gameplay is highly responsive, and I’m eager to experience the complete edition.

Endurance Wins You Games

The developers had added a concise stamina bar that you need to keep your eyes on closely if you want to perform well. Every move you make costs you a piece of your stamina, and can be recharged once you stay put. In addition to the regular stamina bar, you can build up a stamina boost as you move to sprint faster than your regular run. It’s a tiny yet welcoming addition that comes in handy when you need the extra push to score or defend wisely in the game.

Rematch’s Skill Ceiling

The developers have also done a good job simplifying the game’s movesets. For instance, you can easily perform flashy skill moves such as Rainbow Flick, Rabona, etc., with a simple button combo. As a hardcore football fan, I’ve played almost all football video games from older FIFA titles to the latest ones. Although I haven’t been involved in the competitive scene, I was still skilled enough to beat my friends in the game. So, I can say Rematch has a moderately high skill ceiling at the moment.

Coming from FIFA, the control here feels a bit strange, but I hope the developers add the complete button remapping option soon. Furthermore, controlling the shooting and passing angle with the right analog stick doesn’t stick with me at the moment. However, I feel that players can get used to it by slowly mastering the game.

Visuals and Performance

One look at the game and I can tell that the art style and environment design of the Rematch game is very reminiscent of their previous title, Sifu. I’m in awe of the game’s vibrant visuals. As a wall of displays surrounds the players, the breathtaking scenery changes with every goal scored.

This is an excellent move by the developers to keep the visuals eye-pleasing and also keep you refreshed throughout the game. Currently, only three landscapes are available in the beta: Lush Forest, Coliseum Night, and a Scorching Desert scape. I look forward to more of these magnificent settings in-game. As for the testing, here is the gaming rig that I tested Rematch on:

My Setup:

CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D @4.20 GHz
GPU: NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
RAM: 32 GB (2×16) DDR5 @6000MHz
SSD: Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
Monitor: 1440p @170Hz

On the performance side, the game runs excellently without any stutters despite being a Unreal Engine 5 title. I cranked up the settings to ultra, and the game consistently hit 120 FPS while playing in 2K resolution without any upscaling. So, we don’t have to worry about the performance once the complete edition comes out, either.

Verdict: A Solid Goal But Needs a Bit More Shine

If you’ve been following the football game scene, you know it has reached a stalemate. Now, Sloclap has come up with a multiplayer football game jam-packed with frenetic gameplay and spectacular visuals that feels like a fresh breath of air in the crowded sports genre. Several areas need improvement, such as camera angles, netcode, and servers, to eliminate glitches.

I had a joyful experience with my friends in custom matches, but playing with randoms online went the other way around. The game has a relatively high learning curve, which is fun to master for every football fan. The beta version of the Rematch game shows great promise and is perfectly tailored for football lovers like me.

The only concern for many gamers is the 30$ price tag. It is a fair price for a multiplayer game, and it’s definitely not a pay-to-win game in any way. However, we have to wait and see if the match resonates well with the general audience like it does with the football community right now.

If Sloclap can perfect the much-needed improvements, then Rematch has all the potential to rise to prominence in the sports gaming scene. That said, how are you finding Rematch? Let us know in the comments below!

The mobile phone market is consistently expanding, and budget phones now integrate top features. Even in the entry-level category, there are several options to choose from and making a choice can become confusing. In addition to the price, there are several other things to consider, including the brand, features and of course, availability.

To this end, we have compiled a list of the best mobile phones under the $200 price mark that offer a decent value for money. These phones are from trusted brands and have gotten positive reviews from us as well as other trusted websites. Though cheap, they offer just enough to cater for the daily needs of an average mobile phone user

Best Smartphones Under $200

1. Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

With as little as $170, you can be a proud owner of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G. This is a budget 5G phone that offers a solid feature set for its price. It sports a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate, reaching up to 800 nits brightness. Under the hood, there are two options – Exynos 1330 or Dimensity 6300, depending on the region. Coupled with the chip, this device comes with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

In the camera department, there is a triple rear camera setup led by a 50MP main sensor and supported by a 5MP ultrawide and 2MP macro sensors. On the front, there is a 13MP sensor that supports 1080p video. This device runs on Android 14 with One UI 6.1 out of the box, and though cheap, it promises six major Android upgrades. To keep its lights on, this device uses a 5000mAh battery that supports 25W charging and delivers over 12 hours of active use.

2. CMF Phone 1

At launch, this device was actually in the sub-$300 range, but with several discounts and price cuts, this device now sells for about $199 on several e-commerce platforms. Released in July 2024, the CMF Phone 1 by Nothing is an affordable Android smartphone that offers a high-end feel and unexpected versatility at a low cost. Its 6.67-inch AMOLED display is ideal for outdoor use because it has a refresh rate of 120 Hz, Full HD+ resolution, and a maximum brightness of 2000 nits. It weighs about 200g and has a detachable back cover with eco leather options. Additionally, it has a basic splash and dust resistance rating.

With up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of expandable storage via microSD, the phone’s 4nm Dimensity 7300 chip powers multitasking effectively. In terms of software, it is running Android 14 with Nothing OS 3.0 and will soon get two significant Android updates. To capture images, this device comes with a modest 50MP main camera supported by a 2MP depth sensor. It supports EIS, which allows for 4K video recording at 30 frames per second. For selfies, there is a 16MP sensor that captures 1080p videos. Under the hood, there is a 5000mAh battery that supports both 5W reverse wired charging and 33W fast charging and delivers up to 16 hours of continuous use.

Best Smartphones Under $200

3. TCL 50 XL 5G

Like other devices on this list, the TCL 50 XL 5G is not meant to compete with gaming or flagship phones. This is a simple device for everyday use that costs onlt $159.99. Released at CES 2024 and designed for the U.S. market, this device comes with a 6.8-inch FHD+ LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It’s powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor and comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, expandable via microSD.

On the rear, there is a dual-camera system with a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP depth lens. To keep its lights on, there is a 5,010mAh battery that supports 18W wired charging. The design is simple, with a matte finish and side-mounted fingerprint scanner. TCL markets the 50 XL 5G through U.S. carriers like Verizon and Metro by T-Mobile, often bundled with discounts or trade-in deals.

4. Xiaomi Redmi 14C

My personal best on the list, perhaps because i’m a Xiaomi fan, is the Redmi 14C released in August 2024 and costs onlt $110. This also makes it the joint cheapest device on this list. The Redmi 14C sports a large 6.88-inch IPS LCD with a 120Hz refresh rate, although the HD+ resolution of 720 x 1640 pixels is relatively modest for its size. The display is protected by Gorilla Glass 3, and the phone comes in various finishes, including eco leather options, weighing between 204g and 211g depending on the variant.

Running Android 14 with Xiaomi’s HyperOS, the device is powered by the 12nm Helio G81 Ultra chipset, paired with 4GB to 8GB RAM and up to 256GB of eMMC 5.1 storage. There is a dedicated microSD slot that allows further expansion. On the flip side, this device does not support 5G network, users will have to be content with 4G. In the camera department, it comes with a  50MP main sensor and either a QVGA lens or a basic secondary module. The front camera is a 13MP shooter, and both cameras support 1080p video at 30fps. It also includes a 5160mAh battery with 18W charging via USB-C and retains the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Best Smartphones Under $200

5. Motorola Moto G04

Last on the list is the Moto G04, a budget Android phone launched in early 2024. It features a 6.6-inch HD+ LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and runs on the Unisoc T606 chipset. In addition to the chip, it supports 4GB or 8GB RAM and 64GB or 128GB of expandable storage. The phone is powered by a 5,000mAh battery with 15W wired charging. A 16MP rear camera and 5MP selfie camera cover basic photo needs. The G04 runs Android 14 with Motorola’s near-stock UI, offering a clean and responsive user experience without heavy bloatware.

Its design is minimal, with a single rear camera housed in a large module, flat edges, and a matte finish. Motorola includes useful features like RAM Boost and ThinkShield for mobile security. With pricing starting at about $110, the Moto G04 emphasizes simplicity, long battery life, and software stability. It competes with similarly priced phones from Redmi, particularly in markets like India, Latin America, and Africa.

The much-awaited bird hunting game, Beaks, has finally released on Roblox. But mind you, you’re not hunting and killing the birds; instead, you shoot at them with tranquilizer darts to sedate them and add them to your collection. Though the default darts are aplenty and will never run out, they are not the best for taking down the birds. Thus, if you are on the lookout for the steps to get more, different darts in Beaks, we have you covered.

Best Way to Get Darts in Beaks

Roblox players know the plight of running out of Fisch bait while catching fish. While that is not the case in Beaks, as you have an infinite amount of default darts, there are plenty of other Beaks darts, such as Golden dart, Mythical dart, and more, that you would want to obtain to catch birds easily or with mutations.

To get these special darts in any of the Beaks locations, you can simply visit the Dartsmith. They go by different names, like Darth in Beakwoods or Needle in Mount Beaks. Moreover, you cannot just buy darts from them. Instead, you pay a sum to roll three random darts. You can read about all Beaks darts available in the game in our dedicated list here.

Here are the dialogues that you need to select and the money you need to spend to get darts from the different dartsmiths:

• Darth (Beakwoods, $200) – Can I get something cheap? I’m kinda broke
• Needle (Mount Beaks, $800) – Can I get something light on the coin?
• Longshot (Quill Lake, $400) – Got anything cheap?
• Scar (Deadlands, $1000) – Got anything that won’t rot my hand off?

This is a bizarre luck-based mechanic for equipment that is essential to Beaks’ gameplay. And even if the developers want to use this mechanic, they should at least give players a chance to earn more darts. Currently, there is no way to roll more darts at once.

With this knowledge under your belt, I believe you will be able to travel the world of Beaks and catch some of the rarest birds in this Roblox game. If you still have any doubts about darts, let us know in the comments section. Happy hunting tranquilizing!

I think it’s safe to say that if you’re still holding on to an old Android phone, you put yourself in harms way – one way or another. Google has ended support via updates for 3 iconic smartphones and this means that the time has come for you to… think about it, if you’re still a pproud owner of a Google Pixel 3a, Samsung Galaxy S10, or a OnePlus 7 model. No more patches, no more fixes—just a growing list of vulnerabilities and no safety net.

These devices, all stuck on Android 12 or Android 12L, have officially stopped receiving monthly security updates from Google. That means no protection against new exploits or malware threats. If you’re still using one of them, you’re now on your own.

Quiet Shutdown, Real Consequences

Google didn’t issue a big announcement. In fact, the move was so low-key that most people didn’t notice until Android 12 vanished from the April security bulletin. Android Authority picked up on the omission, confirming what many had suspected: support ended quietly, without fanfare, sometime in late March.

What does that mean in practice? These phones are now easy targets. Without patches, they’re vulnerable to zero-day exploits, data breaches, and all the other digital threats that evolve month by month.

Outdated and Exposed

Unless manufacturers step in with their own updates—which is unlikely—these phones won’t get any further protection.

Samsung’s newer phones now get up to seven years of security updates, but that policy doesn’t extend to the Galaxy S10. That device is well beyond its support window. OnePlus, on the other hand, has always capped software support at three years. The OnePlus 7 crossed that mark a while ago.

In other words: these phones are effectively abandoned with no more updates from Google.

And it couldn’t come at a worse time. Google’s latest security bulletin highlights two high-risk vulnerabilities that are already being exploited in the wild. Devices stuck on Android 12 won’t receive the patches needed to protect against them—leaving users open to data theft, hacked apps, and even compromised banking details.

Time to Move On

Security experts aren’t sugarcoating it: if you’re using one of these phones, it’s time to upgrade. Updating isn’t just about getting shiny new features—it’s about protecting your personal information, your money, and your peace of mind.

This isn’t just the end of updates for a few old phones. It’s a wake-up call. Software support is a ticking clock, and once it stops, so does your device’s defense against a rapidly evolving digital threat landscape.

Tranquilizing a flying bird is not as easy as catching a fish in the pond. While it is ideal to catch a bird during the daytime, some birds in Beaks only get out at night. To tackle the lack of visibility under the dark sky, you can get Night Vision goggles in Beaks. So, keep reading to learn where to find the goggles and how to turn them on for easier nighttime bird catching.

Where to Find Night Vision Goggles in Beaks

If you are wondering about the location of the Night Vision goggles in Beaks, you will find them in Silverstone Camp. Walk toward Quill Lake, and near the lake, look for a small area with multiple tents and barrels to find the camp.

Once you enter the Silverstone camp, go to the right side and look for a big tent with goggles on its top. This is where you will find the NPC that sells the Night Vision goggles.

How to Purchase Night Vision Goggles in Beaks

After you reach the tent with the goggles on top, you will find the Cloaker NPC here. Go to the Cloaker NPC and purchase the Night Vision goggles for your permanent journey in Beaks.

Just ensure you have $7500 cash ready to spend. After you buy the goggles, you can use them right away. Just look for it in your inventory if your quick bar is already packed with other stuff.

Remember that Night Vision goggles in Beaks are great for nighttime visibility, but they are not as effective as thermal vision. You can grab the Thermal Vision goggles from Cloaker for a little more dough. So, extend your budget and maybe grab both?

Once you have the goggles, you can simply drag them to the hot bar from the inventory. This will let you click the button you assigned the goggles to activate night vision. Have you got these goggles for yourself yet? What birds are you going for first at night? Do tell us in the comments.