The Software tech giant Google has removed the Trusted Contacts app from the Google Play store as well as from Apple’s App Store. The withdrawn app was introduced in the year 2016 and was useful for those who wanted a keep track of their loved one’s device activity as well as location status with selected contacts. In addition to this, the company will also pull down its support for the app starting December 1.
While pulling the app from the App Store and Play store the tech giant said, “Over three years ago, we launched the Trusted Contacts app as a way to help people stay up-to-date with their loved ones’ whereabouts. Since then, we’ve built this functionality directly into Google Maps with Location Sharing – making it even easier to share your live location with trusted friends and family. As a result, the Trusted Contacts app will be removed from the App Store and Play Store today and will stop being supported after December 1, 2020. If the app is installed on your device, you can continue to use it until then. If you have created trusted contacts, you can download them from the trusted contacts page until December 1, 2020. After that date, the Trusted Contact app will no longer work and your trusted contacts will be unable to see the live location you are sharing with them from the app.”
As compared to Google Maps, Trusted Contacts is helpful at sharing the exact location of your kids or loved ones with the people added to the contacts when in case of emergency. While on the other hand Google Maps only shares real-time location but for this, you have to go for the constant tracking of your location being shared with other people also instead of some of the trusted contacts on your list. The company’s move to pull off the app is because it does not have a large user base and its popularity. And those who are already a user of the app have to find an alternative as the company is also ending support for the Trusted contacts starting December 1st.
The Trusted Contacts app allows you to add people to whom you want to share your whereabouts. When in crisis or emergency the friends or family members can get your status to know if you are safe and in response, you can share your location to help them reach you on time or else you can deny the request. When you do not respond within five minutes the app will automatically send your current location to the contact and if you go offline your last location will be shared.
To recall the app made a replacement for Google Latitude and Google+ Location Sharing that were also scrapped by the tech giant.
Earlier last month the Chinese smartphone company introduced Oppo F17 and Oppo F17 Pro. And today the company is all geared up to launch Oppo F17 Pro Diwali Edition today in India. The limited-edition phone will be available exclusively for the Indian customers. The specification of the device is assumed to be identical to the regular Pro variant from the series though some major changes can be expected as it is going to be a special edition phone. Apart from this in China, today the company will also launch Oppo smart TV at the same time and it has also shared some official teaser that will market the company’s entrance in the smart TV market with a pop-up camera.
In a new development, the company also shaded some of the exclusive images via its social media channel and website. The teasers show that the Oppo F17 Pro Diwali Edition will come in a Matte Gold colour. Ahead of the official launch, the special edition phone was also listed on Amazon to tease its availability. The microsite gives a better look at the Diwali that will have a clean finish and will not have the vertical stripe like the other variants. The device can be seen donning gold aqua dual finish on the back panel. The new variant will join Magic Black, Magic Blue, and Metallic White colour options.
As far as the specifications are concerns The F17 Pro Diwali Edition is likely to share specs with the regular Pro variant. Whereas the pricing of the phone is also expected to be the same. To recall Oppo F17 Pro was launched in India in a single 8GB of RAM with 128GB of storage priced at Rs 22,990
Apart from the phone, the company is also set to enter the Smart TV market with the launch of Oppo smart TV. Besides sharing an official teaser, the company doesn’t provide any specific details of the TVs but the Compulsory Certification of China (3C) listing suggests it to come in 55 and 65-inch screen sizes and likely have at least 10 models each. It is also suggested to offer a pop-up camera for video conferencing purposes. The Oppo Smart TVs are said to include a Quantum Dot display panel along with 4K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The speakers are likely to be tuned by Bang & Olufsen.
India’s smartphone budget market is dominated by Samsung, Xiaomi, Vivo and Oppo. In front of these giants, where does the Nokia 5.3 stands? Let’s find out in our extensive review.
Before we begin allow us to give you a rough guide on what the smartphone brings. The Nokia 5.3 device is a budget Android smartphone manufactured by HMD Global. It is a part of Android One programme and its price starts at Rs 13,999 in India. Here you will get a clean Android experience with up to two years of Android version updates and three years of security updates. The mobile comprises of a quad rear camera set up and an LCD display with a notch to house a selfie camera. So, to know, let’s find out how well does the smartphone perform and what else it has to offer to compete with other bands in the mid-range segment.
In This Article
Design and Display
Starting with the design, we got the Charcoal colour variant to tinker with but as your liking, you can also go for Cyan or Sand colour options. Nokia 5.3 has a matte finish and to bring down the cost, the company has used this finish over the polycarbonate body, which also feels less bulky in the hand, does not attract smudges and is sturdy too. On the back, it has a circular module to house four cameras positioned around an LED Flash in the centre. Just below the camera set up, you have a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, which is well placed and is quick to unlock the smartphone. However, it has another option as face unlock, which also works pretty well, too. The 3.5mm headphone jack is placed right on top of the phone. While down at the bottom it has a USB Type-C port for charging and two down-firing speakers grills as well.
Speaking of the audio, the speakers are loud but cracks a bit as soon as you go for higher audio volume. The dual sim and microSD card slots are given at the left side of the phone and just below it, there is a dedicated Google Assistant button, which is a handy feature to have on this phone. One can also disable it from the settings menu in case you feel it is disturbing. On the right-hand side, Nokia 5.3 has a volume key button and a power button that doubles up as a LED notification light, We found this to be a very useful feature on the smartphone and it definitely draws your eyes to see it when you get a notification.
The overall design of the phone is simple and has a very minimalistic yet modern look. Moving on, the font of the Nokia 5.3 has a 6.55-inch HD+ (720×1,600 pixels) IPS LCD display with 20:9 aspect ratio along with a dewdrop notch on the top of the screen. The Side bezels are slim however it has a noticeable chin. If it was reduced a bit more we would have found it more appealing.
We got a bit uncomfortable knowing that Nokia 5.3 only includes an HD+panel but the IPS LCD display does its job well. Yes, it is not as sharp as the OLED panels but we did not see any pixelation while browsing the web or streaming videos on it. The brightness of the display is good enough to be used under direct sunlight. Moreover, colours on the phone looked quite natural, but as we said earlier it stands nowhere when compared with an OLED display as it lacks the contrast. Its dimensions are 164.3×76.6×8.5mm making the smartphone perfect in size – it isn’t too wide and not too tall, just the right fit for our hands.
Performance and Camera
Nokia 5.3 walks in with an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 SoC, paired with 4GB or 6GB LPDDR4x RAM. In terms of storing content, the phone comes in a single 64GB storage option that is expandable via microSD card to up to 512GB. Gaming is not going to be a breeze on this smartphone as it is slightly dated chipset. The phone gets a bit drawn out during high paced gaming but no lag will be noticed while you play Call off duty even on very high frame rate and graphics. We have to mention that the phone heats up during long gaming hours. But hey, Nokia has not made it for the game hungry, but for the regular everyday power user.
The USP of this phone is the Stock Android experience, which is clean and is free of any bloatware. Compared to Xiaomi’s custom skin with bloatware and ads, the Nokia 5.3 is a breath of fresh air. We just love the look of a clean stock Android OS that sets it apart from Samsung and Xiaomi phones. This smartphone is one of the very few phones, which is a part of Android One programme and guarantees two years of software updates and three years of security updates as well. Browsing social media and performing everyday tasks on the phone is buttery smooth. Sometimes we did notice that the app took a tad bit time to load, but nothing that can be taken as negative in this segment.
In terms of the cameras on Nokia 5.3, it features a quad-camera setup at the back of the phone. This includes a 13-megapixel primary lens, a 5-megapixel secondary ultra-wide-angle lens, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and another 2-megapixel macro lens. On the front, there is an 8-megapixel selfie camera.
Frankly speaking, we found that the cameras on the phone are average. In bright light, you would be able to capture decent (normal as well as ultra-wide-angle) images. Some images show low dynamic range and contrast when shot with a wider field of view. The portrait images on the other hand are slightly better. The subject seems vibrant, edge detection is better and the bokeh effect is good as well.
Also, Nokia 5.3 has a dedicated night mode that will enhance the image quality, however, it took too long to click and process images in this mode. So we recommend you either keep your hand steady for a bit or use the flash with the night shot. We got mixed results from the macro sensor. While some shots were really putting off, some were outstanding.
Coming to the front camera the 8-megapixel selfie sensor is, however, good but it seems to lack vibrancy in the images. As far as portrait images are concerned the edge detection isn’t perfect and the selfies lacked sharpness as well as vividness.
As for the videos, there is no stabilisation on (both) the rear as well as the front camera sensors. As a final point, the cameras on the Nokia 5.3 are average and if cameras are your priority, Then you might want to check Redmi or Galaxy M series.
In terms of the battery, the phone is backed by a 4,000mAH battery. It delivers a good all-day battery life. But it needs to be put on charge before you go to sleep for the next day. The device is shipped with a 10W charger, which manages to charge it to 30 per cent in an hour and to completely charge, it took more than two and a half hours so you cannot expect fast charging on this phone.
Verdict
If you are on a tight budget and are looking for a non-Chinese phone, which is good at multitasking, has a decent battery life and Stock Android experience then you can go for the Nokia 5.3. For gaming and great cameras, you might need to check out other options.
The Amazon Quiz is becoming more popular these days as the company announces daily new quizzes on its Mobile app platform and lets you win exciting prizes. All you need to do is answer 5 easy questions and you could get a chance to win prizes such as iPhone X, iPhone Xs, Seagate HDD, GoPro Hero 8 Camera, LG Smartphones, Samsung Galaxy S20, Air Purifier, Oppo smartphones, Amazon Pay Balance among other exciting free gifts. Today you can stand a chance to win Rs 20,000 Amazon Pay Balance.
October 19 Amazon Quiz has gone live on its Mobile app platform. The quiz can be played from 8 AM which runs till 12 noon. To participate log in to the e-commerce app and then answer 5 questions based on general knowledge and current affairs. You have to answer all the questions correctly otherwise the wrong answer will eliminate you from the quiz. After clearing the daily quiz you will get selected for a lucky draw. The winner’s name will be announced at the end of the month. To make sure you answer all the questions correctly Gadget Bridge everyday updates all the correct answers to all the 5 questions to win Rs 20,000 Amazon Pay Balance. Check out today’s answers:
October 19 Amazon Quiz Answers
Question 1: 2020 Nobel Prize for Physics winner, Roger Penrose is the Emeritus Rouse Ball Professor of Mathematics at which university?
The answer is- University of Oxford
Question 2: Activists from Iran, Nicaragua, USA and which country received the 2020 Right Livelihood Award also known as the Alternative Nobel Prize?
The answer is- Belarus
Question 3: Syeda Anwara Taimur, who recently passed away, was which state’s first and only woman Cheif Minister ever?
The answer is- Assam
Question 4: How many times has the man on this currency note been nominated for the Nobel Prize?
The answer is- 5
Question 5: Identify the CEO of the company that produces this electric car.
Remote learning has become a new normal owing to the current unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic. With students attending classes from home, it becomes extremely important for parents to provide supportive gadgets for a smooth learning process. At Gadget Bridge, we have compiled a list of 7 gadgets that one can buy for students who are studying from home. Check it out:
Xerox Phaser 3020
With a connectivity of High-Speed USB 2.0, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Xerox Phaser 3020 comes with print speed up to 20 ppm. The first-page=out time that this printer delivers is as fast as 8.5 seconds. As far as maximum print resolution is concerned, it is 600 x 600 dpi (up to 1200 x 1200 enhanced image quality). It has processor speed of 600MHz.
It is available at a discounted price of Rs 8,440 on Amazon India.
D-Link DAP-1610 AC1200 Mesh WiFi Range Extender
The DAP-1610 is a wall plug Wi-Fi range extender that lets you increase and improve your existing Wi-Fi signal,
with more coverage and dual band speeds of up to 1200 Mbps. The extender can also create your very own wireless hotspot for hotel rooms with an Ethernet cable, giving you your own Wi-Fi internet access during your stay away on holiday or business.
If your brother has been witnessing pain in his hands or wrist while working on PC, this ergonomic mice will not only ease out the pain but will also enhance the productivity. The advanced design of Sculpt Ergonomic Mouse maximizes wrist comfort while making navigation effortless. Shaped to encourage a more natural hand, wrist, and forearm posture, Sculpt Ergonomic Mouse helps prevent the pain of repetitive stress injuries.
Sculpt Ergonomic Mouse perfectly integrates with Windows. Simply click the Windows button for one-touch to access to the Start Menu.
It is available at a discounted price of Rs 12,289.00 (with additional Rs 100) on Amazon India.
Skullcandy Method ANC
This wireless earbuds helps you block any sort of noise be it of an airplane or a marketplace. Thanks to its active noise-cancelling technology. Unlike other ANC-supported audio gadgets that come with heavy-price tags, it’s available on Skullcandy official website and leading retailers including Croma and Amazon in Deep Red and Fearless Black colour options.
This wireless earbuds is now available Rs 5,999 on Amazon India.
Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch
With the A12Z Bionic chip, iPad Pro 12.9-inch is so fast it outpaces most PC laptops available today. It makes everything you do fast and fluid, from your everyday tasks to graphics-intensive workflows. And the 8-core graphics processor means even more performance and realism for the apps and games where it matters most. It also has Trackpad support that opens up powerful new ways to use your iPad. The reimagined cursor experience has been designed specifically to work in a touch‑first environment. It’s contextual, so it transforms into the tool you need depending on the content you’re pointing to, like buttons, app icons and text. Whether you’re retouching a photo or illustrating a birthday card, the tilt and pressure sensitivity combined with the low latency of Apple Pencil enable all forms of artistic expression. And it charges while magnetically attached to your iPad Pro, so it’s always ready when inspiration strikes.
The HP ENVY 15 launched has a minimalist design with an aluminium chassis and diamond-cut design. It is the first ENVY laptop with a layer of glass on top of the touchpad for a smooth touch experience. The ENVY 15 is powered by up to a 10th-gen Intel Core i7 (H-series) processor and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 with Max-Q design graphics with up to 16GB of RAM. HP has shared that the ENVY 15 is the first HP ENVY device to offer gaming-class thermals – a vapor chamber and two 12-volt fans – that provide 33 percent more processor power for intensive workloads.
As far as the new HP portfolio’s price is concerned, HP ENVY 15 – 10th gen core i5 10300H with 16GB & 512 GB SSD GTX 1650Ti (4GB) GFX/15.6-inch FHD/ is available for Rs 1,19,999, HP ENVY 15 – 10th gen core i7 10750H with 16GB & 1 TB SSD, GTX 1660Ti (6GB) GFX 15.6-inch FHD is available for Rs 1,49,999 and HP ENVY 15 – 10th gen core i7 10750H with 16GB & 1 TB GB SSD RTX 2060 (6GB) with Max-Q design13 15.6-inch OLED TOUCH is available for Rs 1,69,999.
Sennheiser HD 450BT
Sennheiser HD 450BT headset introduces high quality wireless sound for every day listening on the move. The closed back, around ear headset is the perfect companion for cable-free listening with mobile devices. NoiseGardTM active noise cancellation technology intelligently filters out ambient noise, while Bluetooth 4.0 and aptX compatibility help deliver true Hi-Fi sound with a detailed acoustic performance.
The headset is also designed for ease of use, with features such as NFC for hassle free pairing and intuitively positioned ear-cup mounted call and track controls.
In order to offer a portable camera capable of both still and video capture, FUJIFILM has released a portable and intuitive mirrorless camera for hybrid content creators in the X-S10 as well as a dust- and weather-sealed version of the XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR lens.
Fujifilm X-S10 camera features an APS-C format 26.1MP BSI sensor, 5-axis in-body image stabilization, and the ability to record 4K video all set in a body 30 percent lighter than past X-series cameras. It is also available kitted with a 16-80mm or 18-55mm lens.
In order to produce high resolution and accurately colored images, Fujifilm X-S10 employs a 26.1MP BSI X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor. Its quad-core X-Processor 4 CPU enables the X-S10 to achieve focus in less than 0.02 seconds and shoot continuously at up to 20 fps. The camera also comes with an updated Auto/Scene Positioning mode for fast and intuitive capture. Finally, a working sensitivity range of ISO 160-12800, expandable to ISO 80-51200, equips the X-S10 to tackle a variety of lighting environments.
Moreover, Fujifilm X-S10 enables the trend of hybrid mirrorless cameras designed for the still and video creators. This camera comes with a 180-degree vari-angle touchscreen LCD makes it easy to monitor capture and make adjustments from behind or in front of the camera.
Also, Fujifilm X-S10 provides DCI/UHD 4K recording up to 30p as well as Full HD recording up to 240p for super-slow motion applications. A micro-HDMI port allows you to capture 4:2:2 10-bit color using an optional external recorder. In addition, 4-axis digital image stabilization is also applicable to video capture to minimize shake during handheld use. It incorporates 18 film simulation models for analog converts. It ETERNA Bleach Bypass simulation, a desaturated, high-contrast look perfect for creative applications.
The X-S10 comes with the freshly-updated XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR lens that is perfect for landscape, architectural, street, and other wide-angle photography applications. “While maintaining the same optical design that made this lens popular upon its first release, the new version adds dust and weather sealing so you can use it in less-than-ideal conditions without fear. The updated version also offers improved stability in the form of an additional stop of stabilization, making it capable of 3.5 stops of vibration reduction. An aperture lock has also been added, and both the aperture and focusing rings have been reduced in size,” revealed the company.
Days after Apple had launched its online store in India on September 23, the tech giant’s series of free virtual sessions from ‘Today at Apple’ has kick-started on 17 October and will run until 29 November to enable Apple fans hear from leading local photographers and acclaimed musicians. Mind you! These virtual sessions are a part of Apple’s on-ground customer engagement practice.
According to Apple, this platform will also help Apple fans know the real stories and inspiration behind the projects. Not only this, Apple will also help the audience to get started on your own creative journey by learning essential skills and techniques from its Apple Creative.
The virtual sessions dubbed as ‘Illuminating Creativity Series’ is majorly distributed in to three segments:
Photo Skills
Photo Labs
Music Skills
As far as Photo Lab is concerned, Mumbai-based Siddhartha Joshi will help one explore the world of photographer. During this virtual session on October 22nd, Joshi will display portrait projects he’s taken across the subcontinent, capturing India’s uniquely diverse population. Moreover, he will provide professional photo tips, and learn how he uses iPhone, DSLR and mirrorless cameras. Beside Siddhartha Joshi, Avani Rai and Prarthna Singh will also help people delve deep into big wide web of photography world under Photo Lab.
On the other hand, Photo Skills will allow Apple fans create better photos via iPhone as part of the Illuminating Creativity Series. They will explore the latest camera features to compose a great shot, experiment with focus and exposure, and use advanced lighting settings to capture some dramatic moments. Have your iPhone ready for this virtual session. For more details click here.
If one wish to sharper his Music Skills, the music sessions will comprise of primers on creating music by using GarageBand. According to Apple, “Whether you’ve played music before or not, learn how to start a song in GarageBand using Live Loops in this 60-minute session. You’ll get hands-on with pre-recorded music patterns to find your groove as part of our Illuminating Creativity Series. Recommended for beginners. To take part, you’ll need an iPhone or iPad with the GarageBand app downloaded. Available free from the App Store.”
Mind you! To join these free virtual sessions from ‘Today at Apple’, one would need a computer, laptop, mobile or tablet device; a stable internet connection; and the free Cisco Webex Meetings app. The company further stated that if the age is below 18 years, the parent or legal guardian can register for them.
Get ready to answer a new set of questions as the Amazon Quiz is live on its platform. The quiz can be played every day from 8 AM till 12 noon. Today you can stand a chance to win Bose Soundbar 700.
By participating in Amazon Quiz every day you can stand a chance to win prizes such as iPhone X, iPhone Xs, Seagate HDD, GoPro Hero 8 Camera, LG Smartphones, Samsung Galaxy S20, Air Purifier, Oppo smartphones, Amazon Pay Balance among other exciting free gifts. The E-commerce platform brings a daily quiz on its mobile platform which every day gives chances to millions of people across the country to win gadgets and goodies. The quiz goes live on the Amazon app but the quiz is not available for the desktop users only app users can participate in the daily quiz. The quiz contains 5 questions based on general knowledge and current affairs to which the contestants have to answer all the questions correctly. Any wrong answer will eliminate you from the quiz. Further, your name will be selected for a lucky draw and the company will announce the results at the end of the month. We have updated all the five questions with their correct answers below so that you can win Bose Soundbar 700.
October 18 Amazon Quiz Answers
Question 1: As a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, the day 2nd October is known as the International Day of ________. Fill in the blanks
The answer is- Non-Violence
Question 2: H.J Alter, C.M Rice,M. Houghton were declared the winners of the 2020 Nobel Prize for Physiology/Medicine for discovering which virus?
The answer is- Hepatitis C
Question 3: Isher Judge Ahluwalia, a Padma Bhushan recipient who recently passed away, was known for her expertise in which subject?
The answer is- Economics
Question 4: Formerly named Place de l’Étoile, this monument resides in which city?
The answer is- Paris
Question 5: Who is the CEO of the company that manufactures this product.
A few months back Sony launched the latest iteration to its gaming console- PlayStation 5 globally. Followed by the launch the device got listed on both Amazon and Flipkart in India but at that time the company did not announce the pricing of the gaming console. After a long wait, the company finally revealed the price of PlayStation 5 in India. It is worth noting that the company announced the pricing just after a month when it shared the pricing for other markets. Although the company has shared the pricing but it is yet to reveal the availability details of PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Digital Edition for the country. Anyhow, let’s check out at what price the PlayStation 5 will be available for purchase in India.
Price of PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Digital Edition in India
The PlayStation 5 will be available at a price of Rs 49,990. On the other hand, the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition price in India has been set at Rs 39,990. Both the devices will be available via e-commerce website Amazon and Flipkart and the sale date is yet to be announced by the company.
In addition to this, the company has also revealed the price of accessories as well as gaming software that were introduced during the global launch. The DualSense Wireless Controller will be available at Rs 5,999, HD camera at Rs 5,190, PULSE 3D Wireless Headset at Rs 8,590, Media Remote will cost Rs 2,590 and the DualSense Charging Station will be available at Rs 2,590.
The company will also be offering a line-up of games that will define PS5. Demon’s Souls is priced at Rs 4,999, Destruction Allstars at Rs 4,999, Marvel Spiderman Miles Morales: Ultimate Edition at Rs 4,999, Sackboy A Big Adventure at Rs 3,999 and Marvel Spiderman: Miles Morales at Rs 3,999.
While announcing the pricing of PlayStation 5 the company said, “ We know that gamers in India are excited to get their hands on PS5. Availability in each country is subject to, amongst other things, local import regulations, and our local teams are working through the logistics. We will share an update on the launch date for India as more information becomes available.”
Last month the South Korean Brand, Samsung, hosted the Life Unstoppable virtual event during which it introduced a host of products including the Samsung Galaxy Fit2 fitness tracker. This is the company’s first fitness smart band that is slim and has a lightweight design. Over that, it comes with a long battery life plus a host of advanced tracking features on it.
In addition to this, there is a Hand Wash feature on the device that reminds the users to wash or clean their hands at regular intervals, which is a very useful feature in the times of Coronavirus pandemic. Also when washing, you don’t need to take off the band as it is 5ATM certified for water as well as sweat resistance that makes it useful for water sports. With the launch of Galaxy Fit2 the company aims to take on other brands such as Xiaomi, Huawei and more.
Samsung Galaxy Fit2 price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Fit2 price in India has been set at Rs 3,999, The device will be available in two colour options Black and Scarlet. The smart band is now available for purchase via e-commerce website Amazon, Samsung.com, and select offline retailers in the country.
Samsung Galaxy Fit2 specifications
The Galaxy Fit2 features a 1.1” AMOLED with 3D curved glass. It offers a peak brightness of 450 nits. It also includes 70 downloadable watch faces options to personalise the looks as well as functions as per liking. The front touch key on the smart band lets you navigate, wake up, home and allows you to cancel while also offering pre-set for replies to notifications and setting up of 12 dedicated widgets at a time.
The Samsung smart band also allows the user to track five automatic workouts such as calories burned, heart rate, distance and more as well as up to 90 workouts with pre-setting from the Samsung Health library. It also comes with a sleep monitoring feature that can track the user’s sleeping pattern with daily analysis and a Sleep Score.
The Sleep Score analyses the sleep pattern through four stages of sleep- Awake, REM, Light and Deep, sharing insights that help users rest better and get more out of their day. Whereas the Hand Wash feature reminds users to keep their hands clean throughout the day while also suggesting a breathing guide in case of high-stress moments.
The device comes with a 5ATM rating (50m water resistance) which makes it resistant to sweat as well as water. There is a Water Lock mode on the fitness tracker that makes Galaxy Fit2 perfect for Water Lock mode makes Galaxy Fit2 perfect.
For long-lasting battery life, there is a 159mAh battery that lasts up to 15 days on a single charge.
Software Tech giant Google has come up with a delightful feature for its search engine that will now allow you to hum a part of a track and the search will shortlist some of the possible soundtracks for you that you are not able to recall. The new “hum to search” by Google is now available on the Google App and mobile devices as well as the Google Search widget.
Announcing the new machine learning music search feature Google via its blog post said, “Do you know that song that goes, “da daaaa da da daaaa na naa naa ooohh yeah”? Or the one that starts with the guitar chords going, “da na na naa”? We all know how frustrating it is when you can’t remember the name of a song or any of the words but the tune is stuck in your head. Today at Search On, we announced that Google can now help you figure it out—no lyrics, artist name or perfect pitch required.”
Google has started rolling out the “hum to search” and now the users can search for a song that cannot recall or have forgotten the lyrics by humming, whistling or singing a melody to Google on your mobile device. The feature is available on the latest version of the Google app or find yourGoogle Search widget.
To search for a song, tap the mic icon and say “what’s this song?” or click the “Search a song” button. After doing this start humming for 10-15 seconds. Whereas on Google Assistant just say “Hey Google, what’s this song?” and then hum the tune. When you are done with humming, Google’s machine learning algorithm will allow it to identify potential song matches.
“ And don’t worry, you don’t need perfect pitch to use this feature. We’ll show you the most likely options based on the tune,” the blog post notes. The users will be able to select the best match and explore information on the song and artist, view any accompanying music videos or listen to the song on your favorite music app, find the lyrics, read analysis and even check out other recordings of the song when available. As per the search giant when you hum a melody into search the machine learning models transform the audio into a number-based sequence representing the song’s melody. Our models are trained to identify songs based on a variety of sources, including humans singing, whistling or humming, as well as studio recordings. In addition to this, the algorithms also use the other details, like accompanying instruments and the voice’s timbre and tone.
“We compare these sequences to thousands of songs from around the world and identify potential matches in real-time. For example, if you listen to Tones and I’s “Dance Monkey,” you’ll recognize the song whether it was sung, whistled, or hummed. Similarly, our machine learning models recognize the melody of the studio-recorded version of the song, which we can use to match it with a person’s hummed audio.”
According to Google, the feature is currently available in English on iOS, and in more than 20 languages on Android and the company promises to expand this to more languages in the future.
“So next time you can’t remember the name of some catchy song you heard on the radio or that classic jam your parents love, just start humming. You’ll have your answer in record time,” the blog post said”
The Chinese smartphone company Oppo has introduced its new smartphone in the Indian market. The company has launched Oppo A15 as its new budget smartphone. The key highlight so the device includes a triple rear camera settled inside a square-shaped module and a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and a waterdrop-style display notch with an AI brightness feature.
Oppo A15 price in India and availability details
Oppo A15 has been introduced in India with a price tag of Rs 10,990 for the single 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage option. The company is yet to reveal the availability details of the newly launched budget smartphone but it says the device will soon be available for sale in the country. The phone is offered in two colour options Dynamic Black and Mystery Blue.
Oppo A15 specifications and features
Oppo A15 comes with a sleek and smart design as it has a 3D curved body. The phone weighs 175 grams and its dimensions are 164x75x8mm. The phone features a 6.52-inch HD+ display with 720×1,600 pixels of resolution and an 89% screen-to-body ratio. The screen has the company’s proprietary eye protection with Eye Comfort Filters to filter out harmful blue light. The smartphone runs ColorOS 7.2 operating system that brings features such as Dark mode, three-finger scrolling screenshot and icon pull-down gesture. Under the hood, there is an octa-core MediaTek Helio P35 processor paired with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage.
In terms of optics, there is a triple rear camera setup that includes a primary 13-megapixel sensor, a 2-megapixel macro lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. In terms of selfies, there is a 5-megapixel front-facing camera.
The Oppo A15 is backed by a 4230mAh battery that supports 10W charging. It has 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS/ A-GPS, Micro-USB, and a 3.5mm audio jack as connectivity optics on the phone. The device has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor for biometrics.
Motorola has introduced its Tech3 TriX three-in-one earphones. The new earphones have been launched by the Motorola licensee Binatone. The new hybrid earphones by the company will be available during the Flipkart Big Billion Days sale. The biggest USP of the three in one earphone comes with three wearable styles. That means these can be used as wired earphones, neckband and also doubles up as TWS earbuds as per the user likings.
Motorola Tech3 TriX price in India and availability
Motorola Tech3 TriX three-in-one earphones have launched in India with a price tag of Rs 9,999 but will be offered at an introductory price of Rs 5,99. The new hybrid headset can be purchased via the e-commerce website Flipkart during the Big Billion Days Sale. The company will be offering the headphones at a reduced price during the sale period only and after the sale ends on October 21 it will be purchasable at its original MRP. The earphones will be available in a single Black colour variant.
The Sport Loop which is the wireless mode allows the headsets to fix a flexible neckband to them allowing the users to wear on their shoulders when not in use. Whereas the wired functionality lets you use them as a regular wired earphone in direct plug-in mode. The Motorola Tech3 TriX earphones are voice-enabled for hands-free controls and support Siri, Alexa as well as Google voice assistance. The earphones can also be paired with a smartphone with the help of Verve Life app. There are lost earbud and Ear Detect features on the device. The Motorola earphones are IPX5 certified for water and sweat resistance.
Earlier this month Samsung launched its Fan Edition of the S20 series in India. The South Korean smartphone brand has introduced the 4G variant of the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE in the country. At the time of the launch, only single RAM and storage were offered but now the company has released a new variant with 256GB of storage. The new option will be up for pre-order from today onwards. The device comes with triple cameras, a hole punch display with 120Hz refresh rate support and is powered by octa-core Exynos 990 SoC.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 256GB storage price and availability
In India Samsung Galaxy S20 FE has now got a new variant with 256GB of storage. The new variant will be available in India with a price tag of Rs 53,999. This variant comes in a Cloud Navy colour option. The device will be up for pre-orders in the country from today onwards via Samsung.com, all the online stores and can be booked through offline retailers also. According to the company, the new phone will start shipping from October 28 onwards.
On the other hand, the 8GB RAM with a 128GB storage option is available for sale at Rs 49,999 via e-commerce portalAmazon, Samsung India online store, and select offline retailers. This variant comes in five colour options Cloud Red, Cloud Lavender, Cloud Mint, Cloud Navy and Cloud White.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE specifications
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE comes with a 6.5-inch Infinity-O Super AMOLED display with 1,080×2,400 pixels of resolution, 120Hz refresh rate and a 20:9 aspect ratio and a pixel density of 407ppi. The 4G variant is powered by octa-core Exynos 990 SoC and is paired with an 8GB of RAM with 256GB of storage that can be expanded up to 1TB using a MicroSD card.
In terms of cameras, the smartphone comes with a primary 12-megapixel wide-angle lens with f/1.8 aperture, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with a 123-degree field of view (FoV) and f/2.2 aperture and lastly an 8-megapixel telephoto lens with f/2.0 aperture. The rear cameras support 3x Optical Zoom, up to 30x Super-Resolution Zoom, OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) and Tracking AF. In terms of the selfie, there is a 32-megapixel front-facing camera sensor with f/2.0 aperture along with autofocus support.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is backed up by a 4,500mAh battery 15W fast charging, wireless charging and Samsung’s Wireless PowerShare support. The connectivity options on the phone include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS/ A-GPS, NFC, and a USB Type-C port. Sensors onboard include an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope, hall sensor, and a proximity sensor.
Micromax co-founder Rahul Sharma announced a comeback in the Indian smartphone market with its new “in” series of smartphones in the country. To recall the company was Number 2 smartphone brand in India till the year 2014 when the Chinese brand wiped out the home-grown company by offering phones at affordable prices. Today the company’s co-founder announced that it is going to re-enter in the Indian smartphone market with its “In” range of smartphones.
On the brand introduction of ‘in’, he said, “We are delighted to make a comeback in the India market with our sub-brand ‘in’. When you have the word India or ‘in’ on you, it gives you a sense of responsibility. The weight of a billion hopes. But bigger than anything is the pride it gives. Our endeavour is to bring India on the global smartphone map again with ‘in’ mobiles. India is one of the top five mobile gaming markets in the world, and with the ‘in’ brand we will provide a bona fide choice that will allow consumers to edge ahead with high performance-oriented products, without infringing on their privacy.”
Under the government Atmanirbhar Bharat mission to make India self-reliant the company has decided to make its comeback with its new “in ” series. “IN” is the company’s new sub-brand which stands for India and under this brand, the company will be bringing its first smartphone. As of now, the company hasn’t shared any details about its upcoming smartphone line-up yet but the company has shared a 2-minute short video on YouTube along with the Social media channels in which Rahul Jain talks about the company’s comeback with the launch of its new smartphone. He also shared a blue coloured retail box of the new device with “In” written on it.
Though he did not share much about its upcoming series the device has been spotted on the benchmarking website Geekbench. A device with the name Micromax In 1a has been listed on the website which confirms a MediaTek Helio P35 processor. The company’s first smartphone under the new In brand will be available in a 4GB of RAM and will run Android 10 out of the box. Other details about the phone remains a mystery for now.
Besides this a tipster named Sumukh Rao revealed that the new Micromax In series will be priced in between Rs 7,000 and Rs 15,000 and is expected to launch in the country early November.
The e-commerce website Amazon continues to keep its customers entertained and in high spirits through their daily quizzes. October 17 Amazon Quiz has gone live now in its mobile app platform. The daily quiz contest conducted by the company brings an opportunity for the consumers to win exciting prizes. In today’s quiz, you can win Rs 50,000 Amazon Pay Balance by answering all the questions correctly.
Every day Amazon brings a fresh set of questions for its customers that contains five easy questions based on general knowledge and current affairs. The quiz can be played on the Amazon app from 8 AM to 12 noon. You have to answer all the questions correctly; one wrong answer can make you eliminate from the quiz. By answering all the questions correctly, you will be shortlisted for a lucky draw. The results for the lucky draw will be announced at the end of the month. By participating in the quiz, you can win free products ranging from smartphones, other gadgets and Amazon Pay balance. Check out today’s quiz questions and answers to win Rs 50,000 Amazon Pay Balance.
October 17 Amazon Quiz Answers
Question 1: Bongosagar is a bilateral naval exercise between India and which other countries?
The answer is- Bangladesh
Question 2: The Social Innovation & Incubation Mission launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is named after which great Indian?
The answer is- Bhimrao Ambedkar
Question 3: During the 2020 IPL, which cricketer became the first Indian to cross 9000 runs in T20 cricket?
The answer is- Virat Kohli
Question 4: These are different phases of which astronomical body?
The answer is- Moon
Question 5: Name this animal famed for its upright posture.
Amazon Great Indian Festival sale 2020 will begin at midnight on October 16 for Prime subscribers, and from October 17 for the regular customers. The e-portal will be offering hundreds of exciting deals and offers across various categories including smartphones and other electronic gadgets. Just in case you were looking to grab some of the exciting deals during the big festive season sales now is the time. Just before the sale kicks off, we bring to some of the top deals and offers that will be offered during the Amazon Great India Festival Sale.
Smartphones and Mobile Accessories
The customers will be able to get up to 40 percent off on smartphones along with exchange offers of up to Rs 6,000 along with no-cost EMI options for up to 12 months. OnePlus 8T, Samsung Galaxy M31 Prime and OPPO A15 and the new Gray Ash colour variant of OnePlus Nord will be going on sale for the first time when the sale kicks off tomorrow. There will be limited period offers such as additional Amazon pay cashback up to Rs 1,000 on smartphones such as Redmi 9, Redmi 9 Prime and Samsung Galaxy M31. Whereas iPhone 11 can be grabbed with a discounted price of Rs 47,999. On the OnePlus 8 Series, the e-portal will be offering a discount of Rs 5,00 while there will be an additional exchange benefits of Rs 3,000 on the purchase of OnePlus 7T series during the Amazon Great India Festival sale.
The Just launched Samsung Galaxy M51 will be available at a discount of Rs 6,500 bundled with no-Cost EMI for up to 12 months. The smartphones from Samsung’s popular M-series will start at Rs 12,999. Samsung M31 Prime can be grabbed for Rs 16,499. The company will be offering 6-month no-Cost EMI offers and complimentary 3-month Amazon Prime membership to the buyers of the smartphone.
There will be up to 20 per cent off on Xiaomi smartphones. During the Amazon Great Indian Festival, 2020 sale Redmi 9A will be available on flash sale every day whereas Redmi Note 9 series prices will see a price revision of up to Rs 3,00 along with no-Cost EMI up to 12 months. The devices such as Redmi 9 and 9 Prime will be available with a limited period Amazon Pay cashback of Rs 500 whereas Redmi 9 Prime will cost Rs 3,000 cheaper during the sale.
Vivo smartphones will be getting up to 30 percent cheaper along with an additional cashback up to Rs 4,000 on the exchange of the old devices. On the other hand, Oppo smartphones will be getting up to 23,000 off with 12 months of No cost EMI Mobile accessories will start at Rs 49 and headset at just Rs 149. Whereas you can 40 percent off on Power Banks.
Televisions and other appliances
There will be up to 75 percent off on Television and other appliances along with no-Cost EMI starting Rs 291/month, 1 Year Extended Warranty starting Rs 99 and more. Brands such as OnePlus, Xiaomi, Samsung, LG, Sony and more will also participate in the Amazon Sale. 4K Television price will start at Rs 19,999 while the 50 inches TVs will be available at just Rs 18,999. Whereas Smart Tvs can be purchased at just Rs 8,999 with available offers from top brands such as Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, Bosch, IFB and more.
Double door refrigerators will start at Rs 15,990, Fully Automatic Top load washing machines will be available at Rs 8,499 with No Cost EMI offers. There will be 45 percent off on split air conditioners, 60 percent off on Chimneys and microwaves will start at Rs 3,699.
Laptops, Headphones, Smart wearables and more
Amazon will be offering up to Rs 30,000 of on top-end laptops along with Rs 35,000 off on gaming laptops. Truly wireless headphones from Boat, Sony, Boult, Bose, Noise will start at Rs 999 whereas Noise cancelling headphones from Bose, Sony, Sennheiser and JBL can be purchased for Rs 5,399. Soundbars with subwoofers at Rs 3,699 and speakers at just Rs 499.
The just-launched Mi Smart Band 5 will be available at a special price of Rs 2,399 for Prime Members on October 16. Whereas the Samsung Galaxy watch 46mm LTE variant can be purchased at Rs 17,000.
Digital cameras by Canon, Fujifilm, Sony and more will be getting 60 percent off.
Ahead of the festive season sale, Mi India has announced the 5th edition of ‘Diwali with Mi’ to provide exciting offers and discounts on the purchase of Mi and Redmi products.
Stating that the company is committed to bringing unparalleled technology to its consumers, Raghu Reddy, Chief Business Officer, Mi India, said, “With ‘Diwali with Mi’, we are making these products more accessible with exciting offers and are confident that we will keep up the momentum for a strong festive season this year as well. We believe that these offers will further enhance our market leadership and add more joy to this festive season.”
The 8GB +128GB and 8GB + 256GB variants of Mi 10 smartphone will be available at Rs 44,999 and Rs 49,999, respectively. Besides this, Redmi Note 9 and Redmi Note 9 Pro Max will come with a discount of Rs 1,000, while Redmi Note 9 Pro will be offered with an additional discount of up to Rs 1500.
Furthermore, Mi India has joined hands with Axis Bank and Bank of Baroda to offer discounts and cashback to customers for ‘Diwali With Mi’ sale on Mi.com. Credit card holders can avail instant cashback of up to Rs 1000, coupled with easy EMI option for all purchases.
The company further revealed, “In addition to smartphones, consumers can also avail discounts on other ecosystem products from Mi India this festive season. Under the festive offer, Mi TV 4A Pro (43) will be available at Rs 21,999 and Mi TV 4X (50) will be available at Rs 30,999. Furthermore, consumers can also avail discounts on Mi TV Stick and Mi Box which will be available at Rs 2,299 and Rs 3,299 respectively. Mi Smart Water Purifier will also be available for Rs 10,999 after a discount of Rs 2,000 and Mi Air Purifier 3 and Mi Air Purifier 2C at an additional discount of Rs 1,000. In the fitness category, Mi Band 4 will be available at Rs 1999, Mi Smart Band 5 at Rs 2499, Redmi Smart Band at Rs 1,299 and the newly launched Mi Watch Revolve can be purchased at an introductory offer of Rs 9,999.”
Interestingly, Mi VIP club members will gain access to the sale a day in advance along with the free shipping on 15th October. Moreover, Mi Fans also get an opportunity to win coupons worth Rs 1 crore by playing “Pathaka Run” on Mi Store App between 16th to 21st October. As part of the sale, Mi India is also hosting a Re 1 flash sale, wherein each day the company will list a new product on its website and it can be purchased just for a rupee.
The newly-launched Mi 10 series with Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro will be up for pre-order on Flipkart and Mi.com during ‘Big Billion Days’ and ‘Diwali with Mi’, respectively. Apart from this, Mi India is also offering bundle and combo deals, with additional offers on the second purchases.
If you are planning to buy a new smartwatch for yourself then this is the right time. With festive season sale beginning on Flipkart Huawei has announced what deals and offers in its kitty. During the Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale, the company will be three of its popular smart wearables as well as tablets at a lower price. The Chinese tech giant will be offering a line-up of offers and discounts on Huawei Watch GT 2, Huawei Watch GT 2e, Huawei Band 4 and Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 10. The deals will be accessible when the sale starts on October 16 and run till October 21.
Huawei Watch GT 2e
During the sale, Huawei Watch GT 2e will be offered at a discounted price of only Rs 9,990. The device was launched in India with a price tag of Rs 11,990. This smartwatch features a circular 1.39-inch AMOLED coloured touchscreen display with 454×454 pixels of resolution and is powered by in house Kirin A1 wearable chipset. The device is 5ATM-certified for water and dust resistance which can be used while swimming and other sports activities. It comes with two side-mounted buttons for navigations. The Huawei smartwatch offers 15 professional workout modes including Blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) monitoring, sleep as well as stress monitoring. It comes with other features like the weather forecast, timer, flashlight and alarms.
Huawei Watch GT 2
Huawei Watch GT 2 will be available at Rs 12,990 during the Big Billion Day sale. This smartwatch was launched last year in India. It has a Super AMOLED display with a 3D glass screen. Under the hood, the Huawei Watch GT 2 runs Kirin A1 chipset and the 455mAH battery that will enable it to stay alive for 2 weeks with the always-on display. The device is compatible with both Android and iOS devices and comes with features such as a heart rate monitor, sleep monitoring system and fitness tracker. This watch is water-resistant up to 50 meters that is roughly 160 feet underwater.
Huawei Band 4
Huawei Band 4 will be offered at a discounted price of Rs 1,799. The fitness band is available with a coloured display and there are 8 colourful watch faces in different styles of sports, cartoons, intelligence and many more. It has a host of features such as fitness tracking and continuous heart rate monitoring based on the company’s own proprietary TrueSeen 3.5. It is backed up by a 91mAh battery supported by built-in USB in line chargers that offer up to 9 days of battery life on a single charge.
Huawei MediaPad M5 lite 10
Huawei MediaPad M5 lite 10 was launched in March this year. The tablet will be available on Flipkart at Rs 18,990 for the 64GB variant during Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale. The Huawei tab comes with a ClariVu 5.0 10.1-inch full-HD IPS multi-touch display with 1,920×1,200 pixels resolution. The device has a smooth metallic unibody with a 2.5D curved glass edge which gives it a premium look. It is powered by HiSilicon Kirin 659 Octa-Core processor coupled with 4GB RAM with 64GB of storage.
Samsung has announced exclusive festive offers on its wide range of external and internal solid state devices (SSDs) and Micro SD cards during the much awaited Flipkart Big Billion Days and Amazon Great Indian Festival. Mind you! These storage devices will be available with discounts, attractive finance schemes, no cost EMIs, and cashback.
Stating that with Work from Home being a large part of the new normal, Akash Saxenaa, Senior Director, Enterprise Sales, Samsung India, said, “There has been a spike in demand of storage devices. As a consumer centric brand, our aim is to deliver unparalleled experience and technology that meets our consumers’ expectations. We are confident that our festive offers will make our consumers’ life easier and add more joy to the festivities.”
This festive sale period enables consumers to purchase the PSSD T7 Touch at a price of Rs 9,999, Rs 14,999 and Rs 34,999 for 500GB, 1TB and 2TB sizes, respectively. On the other hand, the PSSD T7 will be offered at Rs 6,999, Rs 12,999 and Rs 28,999 for 500GB, 1TB and 2TB sizes, respectively. Moving on the PSSD T5, this password protected portable SSD will go on sale for Rs 5,999, Rs 10,999 and Rs 22,499 for 500GB, 1TB and 2TB sizes, respectively.
According to Samsung, “The SATA-based internal SSD 860 EVO will be available for Rs 3,299, Rs 5,299, Rs 9,999 and Rs 22,999 for 250GB, 500GB, 1TB and 2TB sizes, respectively while the NVME/PCIe based internal SSD range 970 EVO Plus that reaches sequential read/write speeds up to 3,500/3,300 MB/s can be bought for Rs 4,299, Rs 6,799 and Rs 11,999 for 250GB, 500GB, and 1TB, respectively. The 870 QVO, Samsung’s latest 2nd generation QLC SSD, will be offered at Rs 8,499 and Rs 15,999 for 1TB and 2TB sizes, respectively.”
To provide consumers with more storage and higher speed, Samsung has also stated that its EVO Plus microSD cards will now be offered at a special price of Rs 419, Rs 649, Rs 1,199, Rs 2,999 and Rs 6,499 for 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, 256GB and 512GB storage variants, respectively.
It is worth noting that Flipkart Big Billion Days sale will kickstart on October 16. On the other hand, the Amazon Great Indian Festival starts October 17.
In order to offer a superior listening and viewing experience, boat stylish has launched another budget-friendly audio gadget called ‘Airdopes 461 TWS Earbuds. This audio gadget is fitted with the latest IWP technology for immediate pairing upon opening the case along with the power of longer playback time of approximately 2 consecutive days. The device will be available on boAt’s website as well as Flipkart on 16th October in Active Black and Bold Blue colours for Rs 2,999.
According to the company, boAt ‘Airdopes 461 TWS Earbuds’ also features cutting edge technologies such as ASAP Fast Charge, Crystal Mode and BEAST Mode in a single affordable package.
Asserting that the boAt Airdopes 461 bring the latest technology to the boAtheads, Aman Gupta, boAt Co-founder Gamers, said, “Over 80 percent of gamers we surveyed wanted a low latency in real time audio as a key feature. Our R&D team has fine-tuned this product for avid gamers and has developed a first of its kind BEAST Mode in earbuds which addresses this specific need. To top this, the Airdopes 461 supports a 2-day battery, an essential ask from those working from home, working out from home and gamers”.
As far as the specifications are concerned, the boAt Airdopes 461 TWS Earbuds comes with Crystal Mode and BEAST Mode. The Crystal mode enables the users to be ‘Ambient Sound Ready’ and toggles the dual mics to help you listen to the sounds around you.
On the battery front, the earbud carries a 60mAh LiPo battery offering a massive 6 hours of continuous playback on just a single charge. The battery provides an additional 40 hours of playback time, perfect for entertainment on long trips. With ASAP Fast Charge, the boAt Airdopes 461 TWS earbuds can fetch a playback time of 60 minutes with just 5 minutes of charging.
The company further stated that the audio gadget weighs a mere 5.07g each and are ergonomically crafted and designed with a Never-Drop design that keep the earbuds securely in place when in use. The boAt Airdopes 461 is also IPX5-rated to keep them safe from dust and water. The boAt Airdopes 461 are also Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant compatible, making these earbuds your perfect work from home and workout from home partners.
Powered by Bluetooth v5, the boAt Airdopes 461 TWS Earbuds offers faster connectivity and a superior range of up to 10 meters. Each earbud features a powerful dynamic 6mm driver for immense auditory bliss. They also sport dual microphones each for superior and the most optimum voice quality over calls while also helping in ambient noise reduction.
After launching Mi 10T Series globally Xiaomi today arrived with the all-new series in India. The series has a regular variant, a Pro variant and a Lite variant but the company only introduced Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro in the country. Both the smartphones feature a 144Hz refresh rate display. The devices are powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor. The biggest USP of the Pro variant is its 108-megapixel triple rear camera set up and that too with an affordable mid-range price point that would seriously take on all the mid-segment smartphones as well as the premium ones. So, let’s check out the pricing and specifications of the newly launched devices.
Xiaomi Mi 10T, Mi 10T Pro price and availability
Xiaomi Mi 10T has been introduced in two variants whereas Mi 10T Pro will be available in single configurations. The 6GB RAM with 128GB storage option of the Mi 10T has been launched with a price tag of Rs 35,999 while the 8GB RAM option comes at Rs 37,999. It will be available in two Cosmic Black and Lunar Silver colour options.
Single 8GB RAM with 128GB storage option of the Pro variant will be offered at Rs 39,999. The device will be available in Aurorao Blue, Cosmic Black, and Lunar Silver colour options.
In terms of availability both the Xiaomi phones will be up for pre-orders from October 16 that it’s tomorrow via Mi.com, Flipkart, Mi Home stores. On the pre-booking during the Flipkart Big Billion Days sale the company will be offering up to Rs 3,000 bank cashback along with other additional exchange discounts of Rs 2,000 and no-cost EMI options as well.
Xiaomi Mi 10T specifications
Coming to the specification, the Xiaomi Mi 10T comes with a 6.67-inch full-HD+ display with a resolution of 1,080×2,440 pixels. It offers a 20:9 aspect ratio with 144Hz refresh rate support protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The phone runs Android 10 based MIUI 12. Under the hood, there is an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC paired with up to 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM with 128GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
On the imaging front, there is a triple camera set up on the back of the phone that includes a 64-megapixel primary camera, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor and a 5-megapixel macro lens. On the front, there is a 20-megapixel selfie camera sensor.
The smartphone is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. For connectivity, the mobile phone has 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth v5.1, GPS/ A-GPS, NFC, infrared (IR), and a USB Type-C port. For biometrics, it comes with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro
Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro specifications
The Pro variant runs Android 10 based MIUI 12 out of the box. The device features the same display and is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC coupled with 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM with up to 128GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The only major difference is the camera set up which also includes three sensors but this one has a108-megapixel primary sensor with optical image stabilisation (OIS) while the other sensors remain the same as above. The connectivity options and the battery are also the same as well.
As October 16 marks the World Food Day, let’s celebrate the occasion by taking look at the some exciting kitchen gadget that will help you prepare some lips-smacking dishes without any hassle.
É by NESCAFÉ
If you are a coffee lover, this all-in-one coffee maker and travel mug is the next generation coffee device for life on the go. It can be easily controlled via the NESCAFÉ É Connected Mug app, É perfectly prepares your favourite coffee every single time. Whether it’s a hot and frothy cappuccino, a cool creamy iced coffee or an espresso with an exotic twist, É makes it for you. With its thermal insulation, É lets you enjoy a wide range of consistently high-quality hot and cold coffees designed to your personal taste.
Meet the Ninja Air Fryer, a fast and easy way to cook your favorite foods. Cook and crisp your favorite foods, like 2 lbs of French fries, using little to no oil in a family-sized 4-quart basket. Now, enjoy guilt-free food. Air fry with up to 75 percent less fat than traditional frying methods. It create flat, chip-like dehydrated foods for fun, homemade snacks. The combination of low fan speed and low temperature enables thorough dehydration.
The COSORI Electric Glass Kettle is beautiful on the outside and completely food-grade and high quality throughout. The materials used are 100 percent BPA-free and include 304 food-grade stainless steel for both the inner lid and bottom, making it odor-free and healthy to drink. This kettle uses Real British Strix thermostat control and shut-off automatically as soon as the water has boiled. It also has a boil-dry safety feature (dry-run protection) where it turns off if it detects there is no water inside.
With its slow-rotating masticating technology, Kuvings Slow Juicers cold-presses ingredients and makes 100 percent natural juices, smoothies, and nut milks with maximum nutrients. This kitchen gadget has the motor, juicing bowl and lid, auger, juice strainer and rotation wiper. It will also have Juice and Pulp Jars for gathering the juice. Cleaning kit containing specialized rotating cleaning brush and regular brush are included. The users will also receive a quick start user manual and a recipe book from the company. It comes with a 10 years on Gear and Motor and one year on product.
This kitchen gadget from Kent enables you to boil eggs in 3 different modes – hard, medium and soft. It is easy to operate as the user simply needs to do is put the eggs in the appliance, add appropriate quantity of water and select the desired mode. The machine will turn off automatically when the eggs are boiled. It comes with 1-Year Warranty.
The Kenwood HG369 Health Grill has easy push buttons to facilitate easy and convenient usage. It offers a quick way to prepare grilled sandwiches. The push button feature that facilitates easy release of plates also enables convenience in cleaning.
Kitchenif Digital Ice Cream, Sorbet, Slush & Frozen Yoghurt Maker
If you love frozen desserts, the Kitchenif digital ice cream maker can help you make ice cream, sorbets, slushes, frozen yoghurts, gelatos and more at your home. This kitchen gadget can come with built-in digital timer that shuts down the motor once the pre-set timer is complete.
The Glen 5014 Electric Tandoor is made of high quality stainless steel for long lasting life. It enables healthy cooking similar to traditional clay tandoors. For effective cooking of different delicacies, three heat selections are provided. The energy efficient heating elements helps in making the food crisp while retaining the flavors and juices of foods. The see through window allows better view of the foods being cooked inside.
Using Kent Hot Pot Multi-Functional Instant Cooker, one can prepare a variety of lips-smacking dishes using a single appliance. This cooker comes with 15 pre-set features that helps you to bake, steam, fry (with less oil), grill or roast at the touch of a button. The smart 24-hour ‘delay start’ and 12-hour ‘keep warm’ functions helps you multi-task when you are running short of time.
Followed by the launch of the Apple iPhone 12 series the company has reduced the price of some of its latest as well as older models. The last year’s iPhone 11 price in India has been dropped down by Rs 13,400 and the base variant now retails at Rs 54,900. In addition to this, the iPhone SE price has also been cut and the new pricing is now reflected on the Apple online store in the country.
During the launch of the iPhone 12 series, Apple announced that headphones and charging adapters from the retail boxes of the iPhone XR, iPhone SE and the iPhone 11 will be removed in order to be more eco friendly also the latest line-up does not ship with a charger and EarPods. The Apple India Online store note reads “As part of our efforts to reach our environmental goals, iPhone 11 no longer includes a power adapter or EarPods. Please use your existing Apple power adapter and headphones or buy these accessories separately.”
The new MRP of the iPhone XR, iPhone SE (2020), and iPhone 11 and other devices have been updated on the company’s website. As per the listing of the Apple India online store iPhone 11 price in India now starts at Rs 54,900 for the base 64GB storage model, whereas the 128GB and the 25GB model will be available at Rs 9,900 and 69,900.
The 64GB, 128GB and the 256GB storage variants of the iPhone SE come with a price tag of Rs 39,900, Rs 44,900 and Rs 54,900 respectively. The price of the 64GB version of the iPhone XR has been dropped to Rs 47,900 whereas the 128GB storage model can be accessed at Rs 52,900.
iPhone XR
In a similar way, the new maximum retail prices (MRP) are also listed on India’s leading online store Amazon and Flipkart too. The company is also offering free AirPods with the iPhone 11 as a part of the Diwali sale and the offer will begin from October 17.
On the other hand, Flipkart and Amazon will be offering huge discounts on iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro during their respective festive sales. During the Amazon Great Indian Festival sale, iPhone 11 will be available as low as Rs 47,999 bundled with additional discount offers and bank offers. The discount is applicable on the base variant of the iPhone 11 only on Amazon.
Whereas on Flipkart iPhone 11 Pro base variant will be available at Rs 79,999 during Big Billion Days Sale and to further bring down the price the company is also offering bank offers on the purchase of the phone.
The Chinese smartphone company OnePlus finally unveiled its most speculated OnePlus 8T smartphone in India. This is the company upgraded smartphone of the existing OnePlus 8 series. The new device has a new design and top-end features and runs Android 11 out of the box. If you are planning to buy a new OnePlus device this festive season our comparison between OnePlus 8T 5G, OnePlus 8 Pro and OnePlus 8 will help you understand which is the best buy for you.
OnePlus 8T 5G: 48-megapixel primary sensor with optical image stabilisation (OIS), a secondary 16-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor with a 123-degree field of view, a 5-megapixel macro lens and a 2-megapixel monochrome sensor.
OnePlus 8 Pro: 48-megapixel primary Sony IMX689 sensor+8-megapixel telephoto+48-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens+5-megapixel color filter sensor
OnePlus 8: 48-megapixel Sony IMX586 primary sensor with f/1.75 aperture. The set also includes a secondary 2-megapixel macro sensor with f/2.4 aperture along with a tertiary 12-megapixel camera sensor with f/2.2 aperture.
Selfie camera
OnePlus 8T 5G: 16-megapixel selfie camera.
OnePlus 8 Pro: 16-megapixel
OnePlus 8: 16-megapixel Sony IMX471 sensor
RAM and storage
OnePlus 8T 5G: 8GB RAM with 128GB and 12GB RAM and 256GB internal storage
OnePlus 8 Pro: 8GB of RAM with 128GB storage and 12GB of RAM with 256GB onboard storage
OnePlus 8 Pro: OxygenOS based on top of Android 10
OnePlus 8: OxygenOS on top of Android 10
Price
OnePlus 8T 5G: Rs 42,999
OnePlus 8 Pro: Rs 54,999
OnePlus 8: Rs 41,999
Our Take
OnePlus 8T is the company’s latest flagship phone. In terms of specification, the device is a good upgrade to the OnePlus 8 series. Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC, features a quad rear camera setup and is backed by a 4,500mAh battery with 65W Warp Charge fast charging support 8T is a powerful package. Also, it comes with Android 11 out of the box which is another great feature of the phone. But when it comes to optics OnePlus 8 Pro steals the show. So if you were planning to buy a phone with all the high-end features offered at a lesser price then you can go for the OnePlus 8T 5G. If your preference is to have a phone with better optics then we would suggest you OnePlus 8 Pro.
