Google Duo adds 32-person video chat support on the web

If you've been using Google Duo for video chat but wish it supported more people on a single call, we have some good news. Duo's latest update lets you have up to 32 people on a single video chat, which is 20 more than the last upgrade it got in March. According to Google's communication suite lead Sanaz Ahari Lemelson, the update is rolling out with the latest version of Chrome. If you're looking for a Zoom alternative, then Google's giving you one more option.

PCMag study ranks Telus as Canada's fastest major ISP for 2020

A recent study released by PCMag revealed Telus as Canada's fastest internet service provider (ISP) for 2020, unseating Bell Canada, who reigned for the last couple of years. The top spot was usually a battle between Rogers and Bell Canada, with Rogers taking the title for years. But for this year, Telus gets the title of "speed master" when it comes to Canadian ISPs. 

The study focuses on "major" Canadian ISPs. PCMag considers an ISP a major provider if it has at least 500,000 subscribers and typically reaches across multiple provinces. It got it results from 33,782 tests the publication ran between June 1, 2019, and June 2, 2020, using their Speed Test.

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Samsung introduces purple Galaxy S20+ 5G BTS Edition

For fans of K-Pop boyband BTS, this new variant of the Samsung Galaxy S20+ is for you. The Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G BTS Edition comes in a new eye-catching Haze Purple colour. The hardware isn't that much different from the standard Galaxy S20+, but it offers new live wallpaper, seven collectible BTS photo cards, an "inspiring" lock screen, and unique stickers.

It's currently in the reservation phase in the US, with customers interested in purchasing are asked to leave their contact information so they can get an email on June 19 when the pre-order will launch. 

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PAX West 2020 will be a free online event

Seattle-based gaming convention PAX West follows the lead of other major gaming events and opts to cancel this year's in-person convention. In its place, PAX Online will be a free nine-day event happening from September 12 to 20. PAX Online is a collaboration between PAX West, PAX Australia, and the UK's EGX, which will be a "24/9" event as they call it. PAX Australia and EGX have also cancelled their respective in-person conventions.

There will be three streaming running non-stop and simultaneously throughout the event. There will be esports tournaments, and you'll get the chance to download game demos to try at home. You can also expect concerts, panels, and other "new and exciting stuff." 

Source: Engadget