Tech wrap: CyberPunk 2077 released, Google-SMS issue, Samsung’s 110-inch TV & more

It was an interesting day in the world of tech as we saw one of the most-hyped games of 2020, CyberPunk going live for millions of gamers, along with Samsung unveiling its 110-inch MicroLED TV, Redmi teasing a new smartphone and Netflix revealing what Indians searched for this year. These and more in our daily tech wrap. Check it out.

Cyberpunk 2077 launched in India for  ₹3,499 for PlayStation, Xbox consoles, PC version for  ₹2,999

CD Projekt Red’s Cyberpunk 2077 that features Keanu Reeves is finally live and people can buy and play it now across the world. Cyberpunk 2077 was one of the most-awaited games of 2020 and has finally been launched after a lot of delay. You can buy the physical version of Cyberpunk 2077 for  ₹3,999 for Xbox and PlayStation from Amazon and the disc for the PC version is available for  ₹2,499 on Amazon as well.

Millions blame Google for SMS issue on Android phones; Here’s what happened

If you are an Android user and have been text messaging your friends and family members since past few days, you must have noticed some issues over lags while sending those messages. You are not alone because many other Android users with phones from different manufacturers are experiencing the same issue. Some are not able to send or receive SMS messages.

This is Samsung’s 110-inch TV that has a microLED panel: Here’s how much it costs

Samsung has decided to mark the end of 2020 with a brand-new TV that has a 110-inch screen and has a microLED panel. The, the home appliance is up for pre-sale in company’s home ground, which is South Korea. The highlight here is the microLED display tech that uses micrometre LED lights instead of the backlights and color filters. It is also claimed to have 99.99% screen to body ratio.

Redmi 9 Power to launch in India on Dec 17

Xiaomi today announced the launch date for Redmi 9 Power in India. The announcement comes shortly after it teased the new smartphone’s arrival. Redmi 9 Power is scheduled to launch in India on December 17.

Netflix reveals what Indians watched the most this year

Netflix has revealed what Indians watched the most this year. The list includes films, TV shows, reality shows and kids shows. Netflix also highlighted that India has the highest viewing of films on Netflix globally. Over 80% of users in India have watched a film every week since last year.

TikTok beats Facebook to become the most downloaded app in 2020

TikTok was the most downloaded app globally this year, according to the latest report from mobile app analytics firm App Annie. TikTok has been downloaded the most this year on Android and iOS.