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Amazon Fab Phone Fest: Offer On Premium Phones Galaxy S20 FE, OnePlus 8, Mi 10 And More - Gizbot

As we are approaching the end of this year, online retailer Amazon is hosting the fab phone fest sale for four days. Well, the sale is live from today, that is December 22, and will last until December 25. During this four-day sale, you will be able to get at…

If you are looking out for premium smartphones that are priced on the higher end of the pricing scale, then you will be able to get up to a 40% discount on these smartphones. Also, you will get other offers such as no-cost EMI payment options and an exchange discount. If you use an HDFC Bank card for the purchase, then you will get an instant discount of up to Rs. 1,500. Why wait? Check out the list of premium smartphones available at discount on Amazon right nowhere. Buy This Offer On AmazonKey Specs

• 6.67-inch (3120 x 1440 pixels) Quad HD+ 19.5:9 aspect ratio Fluid AMOLED display with 516PPI, 90Hz refresh rate, sRGB color gamut, DCI-P3 color gamut, HDR10, 3D Corning Gorilla Glass protection
• Octa-Core Snapdragon 855 Plus with 7nm Mobile Platform with 675MHz Adreno 640 GPU
• 8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 256GB (UFS 3.0) storage
• Android 10 with OxygenOS 10.0
• Dual SIM (nano + nano)
• 48MP rear camera + 8MP + 16MP Rear Camera
• 16MP front-facing camera
• Dual 4G VoLTE
• 4080mAh battery

• 6.7 Inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED Infinity Flex Display
• 2.95 Ghz Octa Core Snapdragon 855+ Processor
• 8GB RAM With 256GB ROM
• WiFi
• NFC
• Bluetooth
• Dual SIM
• 12MP + 12MP Dual Rear Camera
• 10MP Front Camera
• Fingerprint
• 3300 MAh Battery

• 6.55-inch (1080 x 2400 pixels) Full HD+ 402 ppi 20:9 Fluid AMOLED display
• 2.84GHz Octa-Core Snapdragon 865 7nm Mobile Platform with Adreno 650 GPU
• 8GB LPDDR4X RAM with 128GB (UFS 3.0) storage / 12GB LPDDR4X RAM with 256GB (UFS 3.0) storage
• Android 10 with OxygenOS 10.0
• Dual SIM (nano + nano)
• 48MP rear camera + 16MP + 2MP Rear Camera
• 16MP front-facing camera
• 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE
• 4300mAh battery

• 6.5-inch Full HD+ (2400 × 1080 pixels) Super AMOLED Infinity-O Display, 407 PPI, 120Hz refresh rate
• Octa-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 7nm Mobile Platform with Adreno 650 GPU / Octa-Core Samsung Exynos 990 7nm EUV processor with ARM Mali-G77MP11 GPU
• 6GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 128GB internal storage
• 8GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 128GB/256GB internal storage
• expandable memory up to 1TB with microSD
• Android 10 with OneUI
• Single SIM / Hybrid SIM
• 12MP rear camera + 8MP + 12MP Rear Camera
• 32MP front-facing camera
• 5G SA/NSA Sub6 / mmWave (Optional), Dual 4G VoLTE
• 4500mAh Battery

• 6.9-inch Quad HD+ (3088 × 1440 pixels) Dynamic AMOLED Infinity-O Display, HDR10+,496PPI, 120Hz refresh rate, up to 1500 nits brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection
• Octa-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ 7nm Mobile Platform with Adreno 650 GPU / Octa-Core Samsung Exynos 990 7nm EUV processor with ARM Mali-G77MP11 GPU
• LTE- 8GB LPDDR5 RAM with 256GB/512GB (UFS 3.1) storage
• expandable memory up to 1TB with microSD
• 5G - 12GB LPDDR5 RAM with 128GB/256GB/512GB (UFS 3.1) storage
• expandable memory up to 1TB with microSD
• Android 10 with OneUI
• Hybrid Dual SIM (nano + nano / microSD)
• 108MP rear camera + 12MP + 12MP Rear Camera
• 10MP front-facing camera
• 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE
• 4500mAh (typical) battery

• 6.67-inch (2340 × 1080 pixels) Full HD+ AMOLED 19.5:9 aspect ratio HDR10 + display
• Octa Core (1 x 2.84GHz + 3 x 2.42GHz + 4 x 1.8GHz Hexa) Snapdragon 865 7nm Mobile Platform with Adreno 650 GPU
• 8GB LPPDDR5 RAM with 128GB / 256GB UFS 3.0 storage
• Dual SIM (nano + nano)
• MIUI 11 based on Android 10
• 108MP rear camera + 13MP + 2MP + 2MP Rear Camera
• 20MP front-facing camera
• 5G SA/NSA Dual 4G VoLTE
• 4780mAh (Typical) / 4680mAh (Minimum) battery

• 6.7 Inch Quad HD+ OLED Display
• 2.84GHz Octa-Core Snapdragon 865 Processor
• 12GB RAM With 256GB ROM
• Dual SIM
• 48MP+12MP+13MP Rear Camera With LED Flash
• 32MP Front Camera
• 5G SA/NSA
• Dual 4G VoLTE
• Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5.1
• USB Type-C
• 4200mAh Battery

• 6.55-inch (2400 x 1080 pixels) Full HD+ 20:9 aspect ratio Fluid AMOLED display
• Octa-Core Snapdragon 855 Plus with 7nm Mobile Platform with 675MHz Adreno 640 GPU
• 8GB LPDDR4X RAM with 128GB / 256GB (UFS 3.0) storage
• Android 10 with OxygenOS 10.0
• Dual SIM (nano + nano)
• 48MP rear camera + 16MP + 12MP Rear Camera
• 16MP front-facing camera
• 4G VoLTE
• 3800mAh battery

Nokia 3.4 India Launch Likely On Cards; To Be Priced Under Rs. 15,000 - Gizbot

HMD Global is ready to launch the Nokia 3.4 in India soon. The brand will be launching this device in multiple RAM and storage options. The base model with 3GB RAM is said to launch at an asking price tag of Rs. 12,000 in the country.

HMD Global recently refreshed its budget smartphone lineup with the launch of Nokia 2.4 in India. The company is now ready to bring another smartphone for budget-conscious users called the Nokia 3.4. The smartphone has been launched earlier this year in the international market. It brings features like a punch-hole design and an entry-level Snapdragon processor. Here is what to expect from the upcoming Nokia offering: Nokia 3.4 India Launch Imminent A new report via NokiaPowerUser suggests that HMD Global is ready to launch the Nokia 3.4 in India soon. The brand will be launching this device in multiple RAM and storage options. The base model with 3GB RAM is said to launch at an asking price tag of Rs. 12,000 in the country. While no official launch date has been confirmed just yet, the online report suggests that the company will likely begin taking pre-orders starting by the end of December. The color options could be the same as the international variant. It remains to be seen if the device will launch this year or in the first half of January. The company is yet to confirm any of this information officially. Nokia 3.4 Expected Features The Nokia 3.4 might have a similar set of features as the international model. The smartphone will likely flaunt a 6.3-inch display with a punch-hole and an HD+ resolution. The smartphone is expected to be backed by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 processor. It will probably be launched with up to 4GB RAM and 64GB storage option. The device is likely to feature a triple-lens camera module with a 13MP primary sensor, a 5MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a 2MP depth sensor. The smartphone will be equipped with an 8MP camera for selfies and video calls. The battery powering the unit will be a 4,000 mAh unit.

Last Lunar Eclipse Of 2020: How To Watch November Lunar Eclipse - Gizbot

Last Lunar Eclipse 2020: November is coming to an end, and with it, the lunar eclipses for the year as well. Tomorrow (November 30), one can witness the last penumbral lunar eclipse of 2020, which also happens to coincide with Karthik Purnima, an Indian celeb…

November is coming to an end, and with it, the lunar eclipses for the year as well. Tomorrow (November 30), one can witness the last penumbral lunar eclipse of 2020, which also happens to coincide with Karthik Purnima, an Indian celebration. If you wish to witness the lunar eclipse, here's everything you need to know about it. Last Lunar Eclipse 2020: How To Watch? Space enthusiasts and sky gazers will likely be joined by people worldwide to view the last lunar eclipse of 2020. However, we in India might not be so lucky to enjoy the night view of the sky. That's because the Moon will be below the horizon when the eclipse occurs. According to astronomers and experts, the eclipse is expected to start around 1:02 PM in the afternoon, peak at around 3:12 PM, and conclude by 5:23 PM Indian time. In other words, it will be peak afternoon to late evening with the Sun blazing the sky when the last lunar eclipse occurs in India. Nevertheless, people living in North and South America, Australia, Europe, and select parts of Asia can witness the full glory of the last lunar eclipse of 2020. If you wish to have a good view of the sky event, you can Livestream it on several platforms. Last Lunar Eclipse 2020 Explained As noted, tomorrow's lunar eclipse is a penumbral one. Penumbra means half-shadow. The penumbral lunar eclipse happens when the Sun, the Earth, and the Moon are imperfectly aligned with each other. Here, the Earth comes in between the Sun and the Moon, blocking the Sun's rays from reaching the Moon's surface. When this happens, the Moon is completely immersed in the penumbral cone of the Earth. In other words, the Earth covers all or part of the Moon with the outer part of its shadow. That said, it should also be noted that the penumbra is duller than the dark core of the Earth's shadow and it makes a penumbral eclipse difficult to differentiate from a normal full Moon!

Samsung Shows New Foldable Phones With Multi-Fold Design - Gizbot

Samsung is undoubtedly the leader in foldable smartphone technology with a handful of devices. Its portfolio includes the clamshell foldable smartphone - Galaxy Z Flip and the improved foldable smartphone - Galaxy Z Fold 2. Now, it looks like Samsung appears …

Samsung is undoubtedly the leader in foldable smartphone technology with a handful of devices. Its portfolio includes the clamshell foldable smartphone - Galaxy Z Flip and the improved foldable smartphone - Galaxy Z Fold 2. Now, it looks like Samsung appears to be prepping a new type of foldable smartphone with a larger tablet display. Samsung Display, the display arm of the company appears to be prepping the next-generation foldable phone designs. It has left a hint of the foldable phone designs by giving a sneak peek at the tri-fold design, claims a report by SamMobile. A photo rhat has been revealed shows a gadget featuring a Z-style folding mechanism wherein the left third of the screen folds inwards onto the front of the centre third. Talking about the right third of the display, it appears to fold backward behind towards the center third of the screen. Eventually, this looks like a compact device when pitched against the non-foldable display smartphones. Foldable display design has numerous advantages to it. Firstly, users can experience the benefits of having a larger tablet within a compact footprint when it is folded. Moreover, the design hinted here doesn't seem to result in a below-par phone experience, which we saw with the original foldable smartphone that had a small screen space years back. Besides these, the most important concern that one would have when it comes to using multi-fold display design js durability and lifespan. Samsung being a leader in this segment is proposing to address these concerns of users. While Samsung's first-generation foldable smartphone had a major hinge-related issue, the company resolved the same and has come up with a few such models already. Having said that, adding another hinge adding to it would also result in some major challenges but the company has to overcome the same with the production of some reliable and durable foldable displays. But it remains to be seen how this multi-fold display phone might be perceived.

NASA, Nokia Partner For 4G LTE Communication On The Moon - Gizbot

NASA, Nokia Partner: NASA would naturally require an efficient and reliable communication setup for the Artemis Mission to the Moon. For the same reason, NASA is partnering with Nokia, who will be building and providing a 4G LTE cellular network on the Moon.

NASA is gearing up to launch the Artemis Mission to the Moon, scheduled to liftoff in 2024. For this, NASA would naturally require an efficient and reliable communication setup. For the same reason, NASA is partnering with Nokia, who will be building and providing a 4G LTE cellular network on the Moon. NASA, Nokia Partner NASA said in a statement that it would be funding USD 14.1 million to Nokia, who will be setting up the 4G network on the lunar surface. According to the United Press International, NASA Associate Administrator James Reuter said that the 4G cellular service enables astronauts to explore the Moon to communicate with the spacecraft. "With NASA funding, Nokia will look at how terrestrial technology could be modified for the lunar environment to support reliable, high-rate communications," he said. To note, the funding adds to USD 370 million for the Artemis funding, which the premier space agency announced recently. Most of the budget funding was channeled to SpaceX and the United Launch Alliance. Nokia 4G Networks On The Moon Nokia has been in the news for its network technology lately. Moreover, this won't be the company's first attempt to introduce 4G LTE on the lunar surface. Looking back, Nokia joined hands with PTScientists - a German space company and also with the UK-based Vodafone. Nokia and Vodafone had planned to build an LTE network on the Moon that would have sent a high-definition video from the Moon back here on Earth. However, the mission never got off the ground. Moreover, Nokia has also been aggressively pushing 5G networks as well. The Finnish company has rolled out a new software technology that can upgrade existing 4G networks to 5G. This is especially handy for countries like India, where Tier I, II, and even III cities have good stable 4G networks. For now, NASA, Nokia partnership is going to be a crucial aspect of the Artemis mission. As communication is key for the astronauts, having a good LTE setup is crucial for the mission. Knowing Nokia's services, we can expect to see a reliable and stable 4G LTE on the Moon soon.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Renders, Features Leak: A New Premium Mid-Range Device? - Gizbot

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 renders have been shared online. As per the leaked image, the device will ship with three rear cameras. The setup will be accommodated within a circular module. If the reports are to be believed, the device will have a 48MP primary re…

Xiaomi' Redmi Note series has been taking the crown for a most popular budget smartphone since long now. This year the brand launched the Redmi Note 9 series with multiple models such as the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the Redmi 9 Pro Max besides the standard model. Now, the company is likely getting ready to launch its successor which will be dubbed Redmi Note 10. The suggested handset's renders have leaked along with some expected specifications. Let's have a look: Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Leaked Renders And Specs The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 renders have been shared online via Slashleaks. As per the leaked image, the device will ship with three rear cameras. The setup will be accommodated within a circular module. If the reports are to be believed, the device will have a 48MP primary rear camera. The remaining camera specifications aren't revealed, but the device might come with a wide-angle sensor and a depth/macro sensor. Coming to the front, the tall display is seen sporting a punch-hole design instead of a waterdrop style notch. It is good to see that the device retains the new notch design from its predecessor. The single-punch-hole is likely to be positioned at the top-left of the panel. Xiaomi could pack the Redmi Note 10 with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor with a clock speed of 2.4GHz clock speed. This is what the leaks and rumours have earlier. Xiaomi is yet to confirm if the aforementioned processor will power the upcoming mid-range smartphone or the brand will source some other processor. The handset also has been spotted with the M2007J22C model number on multiple platforms already. Recently, the handset bearing this model number also cleared network access via the company. Unlike the previous leak, this one indicates the MediaTek Dimensity 820 chipset taking care of all the processing. It also suggests 8GB RAM and Android 10 OS. So, it can't be said for sure just now which chipset the company will be using to drive its upcoming mid-range smartphone.

Realme C12 Vs Other 6000 mAh Battery Smartphones On Completions - Gizbot

The Realme C12 can be compared with the Tecno Spark Power 2, Tecno Spark Power, and the Tecno Spark 6 Air for its large 6,000 mAh battery. Moreover, in terms of the price tag, these devices can be compared with the budget-friendly price of the upcoming Realme…

Take, for instance, the Samsung Galaxy M31 series, they have some powerful specs that can be compared on terms with the Realme C12. For one, both the Realme C12 and the Samsung Galaxy M31s have a 6,000 mAh battery with fast charging support. The camera on the Galaxy M31 series is quite top-notch, but the details of the Realme C12 are still unknown. Another Samsung device that can be compared is the Galaxy M21. The Realme C12 and the Samsung Galaxy M21 can be close in competition in terms of the price tag. Moreover, both the devices feature a massive 6,000 mAh battery with fast charging support. The two devices are likely to be on par in terms of performance. Apart from Samsung, a few other smartphones can be compared with the Realme C12. For one, we can check out the Infinix Smart 4 Plus and the Realme C12. The Infinix Smart 4 Plus features a 6.8-inch display and is powered by the MediaTek Helio A25 processor. Many details about the Realme C12 are still unknown, but both devices feature a 6,000 mAh battery. One can also compare the Tecno Spark Power devices. The Realme C12 can be compared with the Tecno Spark Power 2, Tecno Spark Power, and the Tecno Spark 6 Air for its large 6,000 mAh battery. Moreover, in terms of the price tag, these devices can be compared with the budget-friendly price of the upcoming Realme C12. MRP: Rs. 16,499Key Specs

• 6.4-inch (2340 x 1080 pixels) Full HD+ Infinity-U Super AMOLED display
• Octa-Core (Quad 2.3GHz + Quad 1.7GHz) Exynos 9611 10nm processor with Mali-G72MP3 GPU
• 6GB LPDDR4x RAM with 64GB / 128GB (UFS 2.1) Storage
• expandable up to 512GB via micro SD card
• Android 10 with One UI 2.0
• Dual SIM (nano + nano / microSD)
• 64MP rear camera + 8MP + 5MP + 5MP Rear Camera
• 32MP front camera
• Dual 4G VoLTE
• 6000mAh battery

• 6.82-inch (1640 x 720 pixels) HD+ 20.5:9 aspect ratio 2.5D curved glass display with 480 nits brightness, 1500:1 contrast ratio
• Octa-Core with MediaTek Helio A25 12nm processor with IMG IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU
• 3GB RAM, 32GB internal storage
• expandable memory up to 256GB with microSD
• Android 10 with XOS 6.2
• Dual SIM (nano + nano + microSD)
• 13MP rear camera
• 8MP front-facing camera
• 4G VoLTE
• 6000mAh battery

• 6.4 Inch FHD+ AMOLED Display
• Octa-Core Exynos 9611 Processor
• 4GB/6GB RAM With 64GB/128GB ROM
• Dual SIM
• 48MP + 8MP + 5MP Triple Rear Cameras With LED Flash
• 20MP Front Camera
• 4G VoLTE
• Wi-Fi
• Bluetooth 5
• 6000 MAh Battery

• 7-inch (720 x 1640 pixels) HD+ HD+ Incell IPS LCD screen, 255 PPI
• Octa-Core MediaTek Helio P22 12nm processor (MT6762) with 650MHz IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU
• 4GB RAM, 64GB internal storage
• expandable memory up to 256GB with microSD
• Android 10 with HiOS
• Dual SIM (nano + nano + microSD)
• 16MP + 5MP + 2MP Rear Camera
• 16MP front-facing camera
• Dual 4G VoLTE
• 6000mAh battery

• 6.35-inch (720 x 1548 pixels) HD+ AMOLED 2.5D curved glass display
• Octa-Core MediaTek Helio P22 12nm processor (MT6762) with 650MHz IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU
• 4GB RAM, 64GB internal storage
• expandable memory up to 256GB with microSD
• Android 9.0 (Pie) with HiOS 5.5
• Dual SIM (nano + nano + microSD)
• 13MP + 8MP + 2MP Rear Camera
• 13MP front-facing camera
• Fingerprint Sensor
• Dual 4G VoLTE
• 6000mAh battery

• 7-inch (1640 X 720) pixels) HD+ 20.5:9 aspect ratio 2.5D curved glass display
• Octa-Core with MediaTek Helio A25 12nm processor with IMG IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU
• 2GB RAM, 32GB internal storage
• expandable memory up to 1TB with microSD
• HiOS 6.0 based on Android 10
• Dual SIM
• 13MP rear camera + 2MP Rear Camera
• 8MP front-facing camera
• Dual 4G VoLTE
• 6000mAh battery

HTC Wildfire E2 Goes On Sale; Is It A New Budget Smartphone? - Gizbot

The HTC Wildfire E2 runs on the entry-level octa-core MediaTek MT6762D processor which is otherwise known as the MediaTek Helio P22 processor. The smartphone is announced with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage configuration. It also supports up to 128GB additional sto…

HTC might be pulling up its socks to get its smartphone business back on track. Following the launch of the HTC Desire 20 Pro and the U20 5G, the company has the Wildfire E2 in store which comes as a budget smartphone. Interestingly, the device has been put up for sale even before its official launch. The device is backed by features such as a budget MediaTek processor and dual-rear camera setup. Let's have a look at its specs and availability. HTC Wildfire E2 Hardware And Software Features The HTC Wildfire E2 runs on the entry-level octa-core MediaTek MT6762D processor which is otherwise known as the MediaTek Helio P22 processor. The smartphone is announced with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage configuration. It also supports up to 128GB additional storage via microSD card. Upfront, the smartphone packs a 6.21-inch display which is IPS LCD panel. The display delivers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1560 pixels, an aspect ratio of 19:5:9, and a pixel density of 271 PPI. The device features a waterdrop notch which is equipped with an 8MP selfie camera with an f/2.2 aperture. The vertical dual-lens setup at the rear has a 16MP primary sensor which has an f/2.2 aperture. It is paired up with a 2MP sensor for depth effects. The smartphone will ship with Android 10 OS. Coming to the connectivity aspects, the device will offer a USB Type-C port, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. It also has a 3.5mm headphone jack. The rear panel has a fingerprint scanner for biometric authentication. The smartphone is powered a 4,000 mAh battery. HTC Wildfire E2 Price The HTC Wildfire E2 is listed at RUB 8,760 (Rs. 8,905 approx) at the Russian online retail store, i.e, Citilink.ru. This is the pricing of the 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. It is available in blue and black colour options. As of now, HTC has not announced when this device will go official in India and remaining markets. source/ via

NASA Perseverance Rover Launch Delayed Once Again; This Time Due To Anomaly In Liquid Oxygen Sensor - Gizbot

NASA has been working on sending the Perseverance rover to Mars. But looks like there’s a delay in launching the Perseverance rover to Mars and will liftoff no earlier than July 30. The delay is caused by an anomaly in the Liquid Oxygen sensor.

One of NASA's ambitious missions includes sending astronauts to Mars, with the launch taking off from the Moon. Much before this happens, NASA has been working on sending the Perseverance rover to Mars. But looks like there's a delay in launching the Perseverance rover to Mars and will liftoff no earlier than July 30. NASA Perseverance Rover Launch Delayed This means that we'll need to wait longer to see the Perseverance rover begin to explore Mars. The news comes via the official Twitter handle of NASA's Perseverance Mars Rover, which notes that both NASA and United Launch Alliance have delayed the blastoff. The NASA Mars 2020 mission, which was scheduled to liftoff on July 22, will launch "no earlier than" July 30th. The reason being a couple of processing problems with the launch vehicle. A liquid oxygen sensor line produced "off-nominal data" during a practice session, notes NASA. This means the mission team will need extra time to evaluate what happened. Due to processing delays in preparations to unite me with the rocket, my first launch attempt will be no earlier than July 30. @NASA and @ulalaunch are working to update the target launch date and have been able to expand the launch period until Aug. 15. https://t.co/cwfwy5cTY0pic.twitter.com/XICMjwtx7h — NASA's Perseverance Mars Rover (@NASAPersevere) June 30, 2020 At the same time, it doesn't mean that NASA will launch the Perseverance rover on July 30 and will certainly have more time if that date doesn't work. NASA had originally planned to liftoff around August 5, but now analysts have extended the window until August 15. For all we know, another extension could also be possible. NASA Mars 2020 Mission The Perseverance rover is an important equipment for Mars exploration. The rover is expected to land in the Jezero crater on Mars on February 2021. The Perseverance rover will work on excavating possible life forms on Mars and return samples to Earth. It is an important mission as it also helps to understand the planet's geological history as well. NASA has been working on the Perseverance rover for years together now and the delay could be a patience test for many. Moreover, this isn't the first delay. Earlier, NASA had pushed the launch date from July 17 to July 22 due to a problem with encapsulating the spacecraft.; and now to July 30. Although the premier space agency has a window for the launch, the delay could further affect the human spaceflight to Mars.

SpaceX Spacesuits Gets High Ratings From NASA Astronauts - Gizbot

Apart from providing spaceships to head to outer space, SpaceX also provides its passengers with spacesuits. NASA astronauts have tried out these SpaceX spacesuits and here is the scorecard.

On May 30, SpaceX and NASA together created one of the iconic moments of 2020, kickstarting the space launch aboard a private space rocket. Apart from providing spaceships to head to outer space, SpaceX also provides its passengers with spacesuits. NASA astronauts have tried out these spacesuits and here is the scorecard. Firstly, the new SpaceX spacesuits give a movie-star look to it, something that astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken enjoyed during the Demo-2 test flight to ISS. As a stark contrast to the NASA spacesuit, often teased as the 'pumpkin suit', the SpaceX spacesuits are all white, giving it a better aesthetic vibe. The SpaceX spacesuits, like all spacesuits, were custom-made for the astronauts and thus extensively used during the training for the Demo-2 mission. As astronaut Hurley said in a press statement, these spacesuits were fitted to the individual body types and "were actually easier to get in and out of in zero-G". "We'd have to get the suits a five-star rating," another astronaut Behnken added during the discussion about the SpaceX suits. It should be noted that the NASA pumpkin spacesuits or the Advanced Crew Escape Suit (ACES) and the SpaceX suits aren't designed for spacewalks. They are designed for backup during launches and landings. However, they do have particular tasks to handle like protecting astronauts in case of fire or depressurization. The SpaceX spacesuits are also designed to plug into seat umbilicals carrying oxygen and cool air from the spacecraft. The gloves on the spacesuit, another crucial aspect of the entire wardrobe, were also specially designed. For one, gloves were custom-made to be able to work on the Falcon 9's touchscreens. The SpaceX spacesuit has undergone trial and testing on multiple occasions. "One of the things that was important in the development of the suit was to make it easy to use, something that the crew just literally has to plug in when they sit down, and the suit takes care of things from there," noted Chris Trigg, SpaceX's spacesuits and crew equipment manager while explaining the designs.

NASA Space Launch System Green Run Tests Begin; To Help Artemis Mission - Gizbot

Not many would have heard of the NASA Authorization Act, 2010. The passing of this act led to the work of the Space Launch System (SLS), a launch vehicle to carry cargo and crew to the Moon and other space explorations, which has just begun the Green Run and …

Not many would have heard of the NASA Authorization Act, 2010. The passing of this act led to the work of the Space Launch System (SLS), a launch vehicle to carry cargo and crew to the Moon and other space explorations. The SLS, for all its heavy launch technology, has suffered a series of delays and setbacks, till now. After years of complications and multiple delays, the engineering team at NASA Stennis Space Center completed a Green Run of the SLS's Core Stage. A Green Run refers to a full range of tests and functional checks designed to validate the flight hardware of a system. This testing involves the rocket's critical systems, prepping it for the inaugural launch in November 2021. Going into the details, the Green Run on the NASA SLS began back in January, where engineers started the activation and testing of the core stage components. This will culminate with a test firing of the core stage's RS-25 engines, which will replicate the SLS's first launch. As expected, the NASA SLS will play a crucial role in the Artemis Mission and future space explorations. "Green Run is the step-by-step testing and analysis of the new SLS rocket core stage that will send astronauts to the Moon," said Richard Sheppard, the SLS Stages Green Run Test Lead from NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in a press release. "This testing will reduce risks for, not only the first flight, but also for the Artemis mission that will land astronauts on the Moon in 2024," he added. The engineers at Stennis have completed the first of eight tests in the Green Run series, which consists of applying external forces to the core stage to simulate launch conditions and measure how the vehicle handles the intense vibrations. The eight tests include Modal Test, Avionics, Fail-Safes, Propulsion, Thrust Vector Controls, Countdown, "Wet" Dress Rehearsal, and lastly, Hot Fire. Once done, the RS-25 engines will fire the SLS will launch in a debut of the Artemis I mission, the first in a series of increasingly complex missions that will enable human exploration to the Moon and Mars.

Apple iOS 14 To Include Gobi Augmented Reality App For Shopping - Gizbot

Various reports have stressed that Apple is working on enhancing its AR platform. It’s now been reported that the iPhone maker is working on an AR app dubbed Gobi that will be integrated in iOS 14.

Apple WWDC event is going to be an online one this time and the company is gearing up for various announcements. Various reports have stressed that Apple is working on enhancing its AR platform. It's now been reported that the iPhone maker is working on an AR app dubbed Gobi that will be integrated in iOS 14. Apple AR Gobi App Apple's AR Gobi doesn't have anything to do with the cauliflowers, notes ex-TechCrunch reporter Josh Constine. The AR app Gobi is said to have customized QR codes for the Mac Pro, Star Wars, Starbucks, Apple Watch, and more. So, if you scan these QR codes on the Gobi app, it would open the respective websites. For instance, it would open the Star Wars Rogue One movie on iTunes or the Starbucks app's sign-in to order page, avail discounts, and so on. Adding to the app's capabilities, the leaked iOS 14 file notes that users can even shop on the app. The shopping feature takes the user to the Apple store online, where they can check out a 3D rendering of the Apple Watch. Constine further notes that the Gobi app can show an AR version of the pagoda tower and can be placed on a table. This is quite similar to Google AR, which allows users to view AR objects in the real environment and has been quite trending during the lockdown. Apple AR Technology It's been evident that Apple has been stressing on AR technology and how it could define future technology. Adding to the list of AR capabilities on the upcoming iOS 14, the Find My app is also said to include a few enhancements. The app will give away sound and vibration feedback to help users locate their missing devices. Depending on how near they are to the lost device, the Find My app will play sounds according to their progress. Encouraging sounds will play when the user is close to finding their iPhone or iPad. Surely, these AR features are promising and many users are eager to try it out. But do note that iOS 14 won't hit your iPhone till later this year. But, the good news is that Apple is expected to announce iOS 14 next month at the WWDC event.