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iOS 15.2

iOS 15.2 Update Now Allows Users to Reset and Erase Locked iPhones and iPads Without Using a Computer or Mac.

All eligible iPhone models can now get Apple‘s new iOS 15.2 update, which adds a never-before-seen feature. If your iPhone is running iOS 15.2, you won’t need to connect it to a Mac or PC to reset it if it gets locked. An upgraded Security Lockout mode is included in any iPhone that has been updated to the most recent iOS version.

When an iPhone is unlocked, resetting it is simple. All you have to do now is go to the Reset settings and select how you want the reset to take place. You can pick between a full reset, which erases all data and settings, and a partial reset, which merely resets the settings. You can simply unlock an iPhone and then reset it.

When an iPhone is locked, however, it must be reset using either a Mac or a PC. Even then, the procedure is not simple. If you forget your passcode, you can put your iPhone into DFU mode and connect it to a Mac or PC using iTunes. And, while fruitful, the entire process is laborious at best and perplexing at worst.

iOS 15.2
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The new feature, according to Apple’s support website, is designed to enable customers to quickly reset their iPhone or iPad if they forget their passcode. Since users must provide their Apple ID credentials to reset a locked iPhone or iPad, it will not be possible for strangers to unlock it.
If you frequently enter the wrong passcode on your device, the Security Lockout mode will appear on the lock screen. It will feature a Remove iPhone or Erase iPad button to permanently erase your data and reset your device, depending on which device you have. After that, you’ll be requested to sign out of your Apple ID on the device by entering your Apple ID password.
It’s vital to remember that if you utilize the Security Lockout option, your data will be fully destroyed from your iPhone or iPad. As a result, it’s a good idea to double-check that you’ve recently backed up your data and settings before starting. Users of iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 can also take advantage of this feature. You’ll still see the disabled warning with a shortcut to your emergency contact if you’re using an older version.
App Privacy Report and support for Apple Music Voice Plan are also included in the iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 releases. Besides the two new software releases, Apple also released watchOS 8.3, tvOS 15.2, and macOS Monterey 12.1. Additionally, HomePod customers also received Version 15.2, which supports Apple Music Voice Plan and Siri’s voice recognition for up to six users in French (Canada, France), Spanish (Mexico, Spain), and German (Austria, Germany).

About Company

In April 1976, Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne formed Apple, an American technology corporation. The company, which was founded in 1977, was one of the first to provide personal computers with a graphical user interface. In addition to mobile communication devices, digital music players, notebooks, and wearables, the business has forayed into additional consumer electronics areas over the years. In addition, the company creates and sells a variety of related software, services, peripherals, and networking solutions. CEO Tim Cook is a renowned name in the industry. He became the company’s first chief executive officer in 1999.
Apple has a reputation for being a leader in the field of innovation. They were among the first to develop a smartphone app ecosystem. With touchID (a fingerprint scanner) and 64-bit processors, Apple was the first smartphone company to use them, both later adopted by the majority of other companies.

Android 12 (Go Edition)

Android 12 (Go Edition) Now Available For Low-Cost Phones, Google Says It Is Faster And More Privacy-Friendly.

In addition to Android 12, Google released a sneak peek of Android 12L, an upcoming feature update that will support foldable tablets and Chrome OS devices. In anticipation of its official release next year, the Android 12L Beta 1 update has been released for Pixel devices. The latest Android version for low-cost devices, Android 12 (Go edition), has been officially announced by Google.
Google released Android (Go edition) for the first time in 2017. The Android experience on low-cost devices has been improved with several updates since then. Each update offers a new set of features. In a blog post published by Google, Android 12 (Go edition) promises to go one step further by providing upcoming devices with a faster, smarter, and more privacy-friendly experience. On the next-generation Android 12 (Go edition) devices, which will be available sometime next year, the following new features will be available.

Features

Google claims that Android 12 (Go edition) will reduce app launch times by up to 30% compared to the previous version, resulting in a significantly improved user experience on low-end phones. App developers can offer users an impressively smooth start to their apps thanks to Google’s SplashScreen API.
New battery-saving features in Android 12 (Go edition) include the ability to hibernate apps that haven’t been used in a long time. Hibernating apps also frees up storage space, which is particularly useful on devices with limited storage. A new Files Go app will be included in the software, allowing users to recover deleted files within 30 days. If you have any doubts about a photo or a file, you can bring it back to your regular library and delete the rest to save space on your phone using the Files Go apps within 30 days of deleting it.

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Google is also making some smarter changes to Android 12 (Go edition). New options to listen to the news and translate any on-screen content into a different language will be available on the recent apps screen, for example.
Nearby Share and Google Play (Go edition) will allow users to share apps with nearby devices in Android 12. Users will be able to avoid the extra data charges that would be incurred if the app were downloaded from the Play Store.
Among the features of Google’s new Go edition software is a privacy dashboard, which shows which apps accessed sensitive data, such as location, microphone sound, and camera pictures, among other things. When an app accesses the phone’s microphone or camera, it will display an indicator on the top, just like regular Android versions. Users will also be able to turn on or off their approximate location when an app requests it. Android 12 (Go edition) simplifies the guest user experience, so you can share your device with friends and family without worrying about privacy. The lock screen will have access to profiles, allowing you to quickly switch to a guest profile before sharing your device.

Availability

Google has stated that Android 12 (Go edition) phones will be available in 2022, but no specific dates have been provided. Because the new software will be used by smartphone manufacturers in their entry-level phones, this is the case. These phones also draw a sizable number of customers. According to Google, there are more than 200 million Android Go edition phones in use around the world. Streaming video

HP DeskJet

HP DeskJet Ink Advantage Ultra 4826 Printer Now Launched in India: Check Price And Features

In India, the HP DeskJet Ink Advantage Ultra 4826 has been unveiled. The new HP printer has print, copy, and scan capabilities and several connectivity options, including USB and Wi-Fi. In HP’s test, 2,600 mono pages and 1,400 color pages were printed with the new printer using two full cartridge sets. HP DeskJet Ink Advantage Ultra 4826 printer is compatible with the HP Smart app and is said to be ideal for home and office use. Apple AirPrint, Chrome OS, and Mopria Print Service are all supported.

Specifications And Features

According to the company, the wireless HP DeskJet Ink Advantage Ultra 4826 printer has an LCD display and a print speed of up to 7.5 pages per minute (monochrome) and 5.5 pages per minute (colour).
The printer has built-in Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n and high-speed USB 2.0 connectivity. Storage devices are not supported by the printer. The media sizes supported by the device are A4, B5, A6, and DL envelop. The HP DeskJet Ink Advantage Ultra 4826 printer can print on plain paper, photo paper, brochure paper, envelopes, and other specialty inkjet papers.
Power, cancel job, resume, info, wireless, color copy, and black and white copy are the seven buttons on the control panel. There are also five LED indicator lights for power, ink level, Wi-Fi, resume, and information. The processor runs at 180 MHz.

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It is based on the HP Thermal Inkjet print technology, which heatsinks and applies it to a medium using thermal energy or electricity. The new HP printer comes with two full cartridge sets that can print 2,600 black and 1,400 colour pages, as previously stated. According to ISO standards, black and white printing will cost Rs. 0.38 per page, and colour printing will cost Rs. 0.67 per page, as specified by the company. The printer uses contact image sensor (CIS) technology to scan documents. JPEG, TIFF, PDF, BMP, and PNG are among the scan size formats supported.
Windows 10, Windows 7, macOS v10.14 Mojave, macOS v10.15 Catalina, macOS v11 Big Sur, and Chrome OS are all supported by the printer. With the HP DeskJet Ink Advantage Ultra 4826, users can print, scan, and share files using the HP Smart app. It can be connected to Wi-Fi to allow you to share your inkjet printer with all of your devices.
The printer has a maximum sheet input capacity of 60 sheets and a maximum envelop input capacity of five envelops. The printer comes with a 60-sheet paper input tray. Color copies are made with dye-based ink, while black copies are made with pigment-based ink. Besides having 64MB of memory, the new HP printer supports Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service, Chrome OS, and the HP Smart app. The print languages used by the HP DeskJet Ink Advantage Ultra 4826 are HP PCL 3 GUI, HP PCLm (HP Apps/UPD), and URF (AirPrint). Without a stand, the printer measures 424x410x245mm and weighs 3.42kg.

Price And Availability

On HP’s official website, the HP DeskJet Ink Advantage Ultra 4826 is available at an introductory launch price of Rs. 9,499 for a limited time. The device is also available for Rs. 8,999 on Amazon. The printer is only available in one color: White. The product also comes with a one-year limited hardware warranty from HP.

Acer Aspire Vero

Acer Aspire Vero Laptop With Recycled Plastic Chassis Released in India.

PCR plastic has been used on the chassis of the Acer Aspire Vero notebook in India, reducing carbon emissions by 30 percent. This recycled plastic is also used on the screen’s bezel and on the keyboard. The laptop is powered by an Intel Core processor from the 11th generation. With the laptop, you’ll get 8GB of memory and 512GB of solid-state drive storage. A 15.6-inch IPS LCD display, a backlit keyboard, and a fingerprint sensor all round out its features. As reported by Acer, the Aspire Vero weighs 1.8kg and runs Windows 11 Home edition.
In response to the launch, “More than just a stylish computer, the Aspire Vero is a tangible manifestation of Acer’s commitment to more sustainable operations,” said Sudhir Goel, Chief Business Officer, Acer India. This is a deliberate initiative that has been designed and conceptualized in order to effect change for the betterment of our future. Vero will cut down on plastic waste and, as a result, CO2 emissions. Acer is proud of this initiative and looks forward to developing products that promote sustainability and protect the environment.”

Acer Aspire Vero
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Specifications And Features

With its 30% PCR plastic chassis, the Aspire Vero laptop reduces CO2 emissions by 21% when built. PCR (Post-consumer Recycled)plastic is used throughout the PC’s chassis. The R and E keys, which stand out in yellow based on the concepts, are intended to emphasize eco ideals (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle).
The Aspire Vero is distinguished by a 15.6-inch FHD IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The screen has slim bezels and an 81.42 percent screen-to-body ratio. It is powered by a 2.50 GHz Intel Core i5-1155G7 processor from the 11th generation. This is combined with Intel’s Iris Xe graphics. The laptop has 8GB of DDR4 SDRAM and 512GB of SSD storage. Windows 11 Home Edition is installed on the computer.
While Acer PurifiedVoice with AI noise reduction actively suppresses background noise for both users and is compatible with external headphones and mics, the new generation of Acer PurifiedVoice with AI noise reduction is not. The Acer Aspire Vero laptop’s network and communication features include IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi 6, a Type-C port, and two Type-A ports, one of which supports power-off charging and one HDMI port. Multi-touch gestures are supported on the keyboard’s touchpad. There’s a 3-cell Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that’s supposed to last 7 hours and comes with a 65W charger.

Price And Availability

In India, the new Acer Aspire Vero starts at Rs. 79,999 for a single Intel Core i5 model with 8GB of RAM and 512GB of SSD storage. Microsoft Office 2021 is also included with the laptop, according to the company’s website. At Rs. 899, Acer also includes one year of accidental damage protection and a two-year extended warranty.
Available from Acer’s online store, Acer Exclusive stores, and other authorized retailers, the Aspire Vero comes in a single Volcano Gray color option, according to the company. According to Acer, customers can also pick up the laptop at Vijay Sales locations.

About The Company

Stan Shih Chen Jung and his buddies founded Acer in 1976 with an investment of $25,000. The company, Multitech International, started out by designing hand-held electronic games before moving on to distributing semiconductors from developing countries at a lower price.
In 1981, Acer Inc. was formed. ‘Micro professor’ was their first successful product and provided them with revenue for their future endeavors. Before long, the company began producing personal computers, which they sold to other companies under their well-known brands.
It was Acer that was the first to sell its products directly. Only by investing their profits in research and development was this possible. It was able to develop the first Chinese language computer in 1986 thanks to the Intel 386 processor!

Google Search Trends

Google Search Trends in India for 2021: Indian Premier League, CoWIN Among The Top Results.

A Google India report summarizing the top search trends in India for 2021 was released today by the company. The list reveals what Indians looked up the most in news, sports, entertainment, and other categories throughout the year.
The top five trending search topics on Google Search Trends in India in 2021 were ‘Indian Premier League,’ ‘CoWIN,’ ‘ICC T20 World Cup,’ ‘Euro Cup,’ and ‘Tokyo Olympics.’ Following the last COVID-19 outbreak in the country, many internet users turned to Google to look for COVID vaccines and hospitals. This year searches for ‘oxygen cylinders’ and ‘CT scans’ saw a spike in ‘near me’ searches as people looked for ways to combat the deadly virus. Similarly, Google searches for food deliveries, tiffin services, and takeout restaurants increased this year, according to the company.

Google Search Trends
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Google’s Most Popular ‘How To’ And ‘What Is’ Queries

In April and May, India was hit hard by the second wave of COVID-19, which resulted in an increase in cases and deaths. The ‘How to’ section topped the search chart during the massive crisis, with queries like ‘How to increase oxygen level’, ‘How to make oxygen at home’, and ‘How to register for covid vaccine’. These are the year’s top three ‘how to’ searches.
‘What is Black Fungus?’ and ‘What is Remdesivir?’ was the most popular ‘what is’ searches. ‘What is Taliban?’ and ‘What is the factorial of hundred?’ ranked highly as well.

2021 Searches For “Near Me”

This year’s ‘near me’ searches were dominated by services related to the pandemic. While many people searched for vaccines, Covid tests, Covid hospitals, oxygen cylinders, and CT scans as they fought the second wave of COVID in the first half of the year, searches for vaccines, Covid tests, Covid hospitals, and searches for oxygen cylinders and CT scans also increased.
In addition, Google revealed that people looking for food deliveries, tiffin services, and takeout restaurants increased as a result of the intermittent lockdowns.

Aryan Khan and Neeraj Chopra: Two Of The Most Sought-After Celebrities

With his historic performance at the Tokyo Olympics, where he won independent India’s first-ever medal in athletics, Neeraj Chopra topped the list of most searched personalities. Following him was Shahrukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan, who faced a major controversy in October after he was arrested by the NCB in connection with a suspected drug case on board the Cordelia cruise ship.
The list also included PV Sindhu and Bajrang Punia, two other 2020 Tokyo Olympic medalists. A few high-profile people topped the list, including Elon Musk, Shehnaaz Gill, and Raj Kundra.

Google’s Most Popular Movies Of The Year

Regional cinema piqued the interest of Google users in India this year, with Tamil drama film Jai Bhim topping the list, followed by Bollywood titles Shershaah, Radhe, and Bell Bottom. Godzilla vs Kong and Eternals, both from Hollywood, were among the year’s most popular films in the country.

Google’s Most Popular Recipes

Because people stayed at home for the first few months of the year, many of them appear to have used Google to find new recipes. ‘Enoki Mushrooms’ was the top-searched recipe on Google in India this year, though ‘Modak’ and ‘Cookies’ were also popular. The top recipes searched on Google this year included comfort foods like ‘Methi Matar Malai’ and ‘Palak,’ as well as immunity-boosting ‘Kada.’

Trending Sports Events On Google

The Indian Premier League, the ICC T20 World Cup, and the Euro Cup were the top three sports events searched on Google in India, according to Google. The Tokyo Olympics and the Copa America were the next events on the calendar.

Trending News Events on Google

This year, the Tokyo Olympics dominated the ‘news events’ category on Google in India. Black Fungus, Afghanistan news, West Bengal elections, and tropical cyclone Tauktae were the next items on the agenda.

Global Trends

Google also revealed the top search trends around the world, in addition to the top trends in India. The top search trend is ‘Australia vs India,’ followed by ‘India vs England,’ ‘IPL,’ ‘NBA,’ and ‘Euro 2021.’ These come from over 70 countries and include ‘Australia vs India,’ ‘India vs England,’ ‘IPL,’ ‘NBA,’ and ‘Euro 2021.’
It’s worth noting that Google’s Year in Search results for 2021 doesn’t directly suggest the most popular searches on its site. Instead, the company views the searches as “trending queries” that saw a significant increase in traffic over a “sustained period” in 2021 compared to 2020. The algorithm that compares the percentage increase in trending searches also takes into account a minimum threshold to keep very small search volumes off the list.
Last year, the top Google search queries were ‘coronavirus,’ ‘US election results,’ and ‘PM Kisan Yojana,’ but this year, the top trending query was ‘Indian Premier League,’ which surpassed all others.

Acer Predator Helios 500

Acer Predator Helios 500 Gaming Laptop With 11th Gen Intel Core i9 Processor Now Available in India.

On Monday, the Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-52) was released in India. The laptop is powered by an Intel Core i9 processor and has a 120Hz mini-LED display. It also features Thunderbolt 4 ports and DTS:X Ultra surround sound. There are also preloaded modes that provide a customized performance experience. The Predator Helios 500 (PH517-52) was first introduced by Acer in the United States. Hardcore gamers and PC gamers looking to play graphically demanding games will appreciate the laptop.

Specifications And Features

AUO AmLED technology powers the 17.3-inch 4K Mini LED display on the Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-52) and it has a 120Hz refresh rate. Besides an overclockable 11th-generation Intel Core i9 processor (which can reach 5GHz), this laptop also includes an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 GPU (16GB GDDR6 VRAM) and 64GB of DDR4 3200MHz memory. A pair of PCIe NVMe SSDs in RAID 0 and one SATA HDD round out the system. A Vortex Flow technology is also available, which employs two fans, one of which is a fifth-generation AeroBlade 3D Fan. During long gaming sessions, the proprietary technology is said to help redirect airflow to critical components and boost performance.
Acer’s PredatorSense technology is included on the Predator Helios 500, allowing the user to customize the light cluster and create a custom keyboard using the RGB backlighting built into each key. The laptop also includes a WASD key assembly that works with Acer’s MagForce keys and includes a MagTek mechanical switch that allows gamers to convert regular keypress functions into joystick functions. This is said to gradually increase key pressure for precise control of the character’s / car’s speed – from the initial (0.8 mm) press to full speed at 100 percent (3 / 3.1 mm) actuation.
HDMI 2.1, mini-DP1.4, two USB Type-C Thunderbolt 4 ports, three USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports with offline charging and an RJ45 port are available as connectivity options for the Predator Helios 500 (PH517-52). For improved connectivity, the laptop also includes an Intel Killer E3100 Ethernet Controller, Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650, and the Killer Intelligence Center.
DTS:X Ultra audio is included in the Predator Helios 500 (PH517-52) to help provide a 360-degree surround sound experience when using headphones or speakers.

Acer Predator Helios 500
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Price And Availability

In India, the Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-52) starts at Rs. 3,79,999. The laptop will be sold in the Philippines through the Acer Online Store, Acer Exclusive Stores, and other authorized retail outlets. The Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-52) was released in August in the United States, with a starting price of $2,499.99. (Rs. 1,88,600).

About Company

With operations in more than 160 countries, Acer is one of the world’s most influential ICT companies. Acer is focused on creating a world where hardware, software, and services integrate, creating new ecosystems and opening up new possibilities, as the industry and people’s lifestyles change. Acer’s 7,500 employees are dedicated to developing products and solutions that bridge the gap between people and technology through research, design, marketing, sales, and support.
An American company, Acer, Inc. specializes in user interface design, industrial design, information and communications technologies, and electronic sports applications. Computers, laptops, smartphones, smart cameras, virtual reality, web servers, and browsing tools are among the company’s offerings. In addition, it provides software and repair services.