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Britannia Winkin’ Cow turns milkshake bottles into virtual cricket bats in mobile game
Mumbai: Cricket isn’t just a game in India; it’s a heartbeat that echoes across every corner of the nation. As the nation celebrates India’s cricketing victory, Britannia Winkin’ Cow, India’s beloved milkshake brand is excited to announce the launch of an innovative mobile cricket game that is set to transform the way fans can play cricket. Collaborating with our technology partner MakeAR, this first-of-its-kind game seamlessly integrates Britannia Winkin’ Cow Milkshake bottles into an immersive augmented reality (AR) adventure, bringing the thrill of cricket home with a playful twist
This first-of-its-kind mobile cricket game seamlessly integrates the bottle within the game where users can play with Winkin’ Cow Milkshake bottles, turning them into cricket bats. This innovative approach not only enhances the user’s experience but also forges a stronger connection between the brand and its consumers.
The game invites participants to scan the QR code provided on the Britannia Winkin’ Cow bottles allowing them to dive into the action-packed game on the microsite. Participants play the game and score runs. As players immerse themselves in this exhilarating AR game, the top scorers will be rewarded with MetaShot Smart bats (Bluetooth-enabled) for an unparalleled cricketing experience.
Commenting on the campaign Abhishek Sinha, chief business officer – dairy, CEO Britannia Bel Foods Pvt Ltd said “We have launched this campaign specifically tailored for our young adult target group, who have a strong affinity for cricket games. We are committed to creating engaging and innovative experiences that leverage technology to provide our consumers with exceptional and immersive interactions. By partnering with MakeAR, we have crafted a truly immersive experience where Britannia Winkin’ Cow Milkshake bottles become cricket bats. Consumers can hit shots with Winkin Cow bottles and stand a chance to win MetaShot smart bats. MetaShot’s cricket game brings alive the real cricket experience into your house. “
MakeAR founder Srishti Jain commented “By using computer vision and extended reality, we have created this first-of-its-kind gesture game that showcases how deep tech impacts innovation and serves as a perfect example of its transformative power. This emerging tech was used to perfectly marry the shots played on screen with the physical bottle shots, making it a beautiful use case of going truly phygital. We are excited to see how consumers will enjoy this unique blend of cricket and extended reality”
MetaShot CEO & co-founder Prince Thomas said “We are thrilled that Britannia Winkin Cow selected MetaShot, a proudly Indian innovation, for this campaign. This collaboration extends beyond simple rewards. MetaShot has integrated Winkin Cow branding, including the Winkin Cow – Cow Corner feature, within the game, enhancing the cricket excitement and bringing alive the brand campaign.”
At Britannia Winkin’ Cow, we are always pushing the limits with our innovations since 2018. This game is another example of our commitment to bringing new, exciting experiences to our fans and reaching out to a wider audience with our innovative offerings and initiatives.“
Play the game here: https://www.cricketwc.com/ (Mobile only)
Apple rarely announces minor updates with much fanfare, and iOS 26.4 is no exception. No dramatic redesigns, no flashy keynote moments. What it delivers instead is a focused set of improvements that sharpen the experience you already have. If that sounds underwhelming, spend a week with it. You will change your mind.
Apple Music Learns to Listen Better
The biggest shift in this update lives inside Apple Music. Apple has brought AI-powered playlist generation to the app, and it works on mood rather than genre. Type something like “rainy evening at home” or “running late on a Monday,” and it builds a playlist that actually fits. This is not algorithmic guesswork dressed up in new clothing. It genuinely reads the intent behind vague descriptions and responds well.
Alongside this, a new concerts feature scans your listening history and surfaces live events happening near you. It is a smart bridge between your digital music habits and real-world experiences. Apple is quietly making the case that a music app should do more than just play songs.
Shazam also gets a meaningful upgrade. It can now identify songs without an internet connection. This might sound like a minor convenience, but anyone who has tried to Shazam something at a crowded venue with patchy signal will tell you it is anything but minor. The feature works locally on-device, which also means it is faster.
CarPlay Gets Smarter Controls
CarPlay has been updated with deeper integration for intelligent voice assistants. The goal is to reduce how often drivers need to look at a screen or tap anything at all. You speak, things happen. It is a clear step toward making the driving experience safer without stripping away functionality. The integration feels natural rather than bolted on, which is a harder thing to achieve than it sounds.
The Fixes You Feel Every Day
This is where iOS 26.4 earns its keep. Keyboard responsiveness has been improved, and the difference is noticeable immediately. Typing feels more accurate and less combative. Accessibility features have been refined across the board, with better contrast options and adjusted spacing that makes the interface easier to read without forcing you into larger text sizes.
The Health app has also been updated. It now surfaces more actionable insights from your daily data rather than just displaying numbers. If your sleep patterns have shifted or your activity levels have changed, the app now contextualises that clearly instead of leaving you to interpret raw figures on your own.
These are the kinds of changes that do not photograph well for a press release. They also happen to be the ones that make your phone feel genuinely better to use.
A Few Other Additions
New emojis have been added in this update. They will find their way into your conversations faster than you expect. Family Sharing has also been updated, with more granular control over shared payments and subscriptions. If you share an Apple account with family members, this puts clearer limits on who can spend what, which has been a long-requested fix.
What This Update Actually Represents
iOS 26.4 is Apple doing what it does best when it is not trying to make headlines. Every addition here serves a clear purpose. The AI music features are genuinely useful. The CarPlay improvements address a real safety concern. The small UI fixes accumulate into a noticeably smoother daily experience.
There is no bloat. Nothing feels experimental or half-finished. That discipline is harder to maintain than it looks, especially as operating systems grow more complex with each passing year.
If you have been holding off on updating, this is the one worth installing.
