With an aim to provide consumers access to premium 5G experiences on mid-tier smartphones, MediaTek has announced the Dimensity 720 5G SoC. The Dimensity 720 is part of MediaTek’s 5G chipset family that includes range of chipsets from Dimensity 1000 for flagship 5G smartphones to the Dimensity 800 and 700 series for more accessible 5G mid-tier devices.
“The Dimensity 720 sets a new standard, delivering feature-packed 5G experiences and technology to devices that are more accessible to mass market consumers,” said Yenchi Lee, Deputy General Manager, Wireless Communications Business Unit, MediaTek.
“This chip is highly power-efficient, has impressive performance and advanced display and imaging technologies. All of that combined will help brands usher in differentiated 5G devices for consumers around the globe,” added Lee.
The 7nm Dimensity 720 SoC is integrated with the most power-efficient 5G modem in its class. It’s built with MediaTek 5G UltraSave technology which uses both network and content awareness intelligence to manage the modem’s operating mode in real-time to extend battery life. The chipset also integrates impressive multimedia, connectivity and imaging features for an overall better user experience.
MediaTek Dimensity 720 is geared to provide a premium experience at 5G speeds for mid-tier devices with features that include. It supports 90Hz high frame-rate displays for fast, smooth gaming and streaming. The 720 SoC enhances video streaming capabilities with MiraVision HDR10+ video playback. MiraVision HDR10+ supports a variety of video features including dynamic range remapping. It also has flexible camera configuration options with support for up to 64MP or 20+16MP dual cameras, plus a range of AI-camera enhancements powered by MediaTek’s integrated APU (AI Processing Unit).
The MediaTek chipset improves the responsiveness of applications for a fluid user experience with two Arm Cortex-A76 big cores operating at 2GHz in the octa-core CPU. The Dimensity 720 also packs an Arm Mali G57 class GPU, fast LPDDR4X memory and universal flash storage (UFS) 2.2 for fast read/write speeds. The chipset supports the latest connectivity technologies including two carrier aggregation (2CC CA), Voice over New Radio (VoNR) and 5G and 4G dual SIM, dual standby (DSDS) to provide users with the best possible connection.
With its array of advanced 5G features, MediaTek Dimensity 720 is designed for global sub-6GHz 5G networks in Asia, North America and Europe. It also supports both standalone (SA) and non-standalone (NSA) sub-6GHz networks.
Lenovo Legion Phone Duel has now been officially launched in the market. After so many speculations the much-awaited gaming phone has been unwrapped for the market. However, the device is set to debut in China Lenovo Legion Phone Pro but will be available as Legion Phone Duel otherwise in the other markets. The key highlights of the gaming smartphone include the latest and the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ processor which also packs a 144Hz display and a 90W fast charging tech to offer high-end gaming experience. With these specs, the handset is going to compete with Asus ROG Phone 3 that arrives just after the launch of the Lenovo mobile phone.
Lenovo Legion Phone Duel price and availability
Lenovo Legion Phone Duel has been launched in multiple configurations of 8GB RAM with 128GB storage at CNY 3,499 (approx Rs 37,300), 12GB RAM with 128GB storage variant costs CNY 3,899 (approx Rs 41,580) and the 12GB RAM with 256GB storage is priced at CNY 4,199 (approx Rs 44,800). In addition to this, the top-end 16GB RAM with a 512GB storage variant comes at CNY 5,999 (roughly Rs 64,000). In China, all the models are now up for pre-orders and are scheduled to go on sale next month on August 8. The handset will be available in two colour options of Blazing Blue and Vengeance Red.
At the moment the company Latin America, Europe, and Africa are confirmed to receive the smartphone. However, the availability details for India have not been revealed also the pricing is yet to be announced.
Lenovo Legion Phone Duel specifications
Lenovo Legion Phone Duel features a 6.65-inch full-HD+ AMOLED display having 2,340×1,080 pixels of resolution along with a 144Hz refresh rate with 240Hz touch sampling rate and 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The device runs on ZUI 12 (Legion OS) based on the top of Android 10. As this is the company’s first smartphone being offered from its popular Legion series of laptops, the customised skin brings new software customization for better gameplay with a horizontal UI option allowing the players to interact in a landscape mode. This also includes six new layout themes with distinct colours, icons and elements. One can also cast content or play games on a connected monitor or on a TV with the click of a home button. For virtual gamepad controls, Lenovo Legion Phone Duel also has a virtual joystick functionality.
Moving ahead Lenovo Legion is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ processor paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The device comes with dual x-axis linear motors and 3D motion sensors for improved and responsive haptic feedback during gameplay. There are dual front-facing stereo speakers also along with four noise-cancellation microphones to provide an enhanced audio experience. In addition to this to keep the phone cool, the Lenovo Legion Phone Duel has dual liquid-cooling along with copper tubes.
In terms of optics, there is a dual rear camera setup that includes a 64-megapixel primary sensor with an f/1.89 aperture and a 16-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens offering 120-degrees of field of view. For selfies you get the side pop-up selfie camera having 20-megapixel resolution with f/2.2 aperture.
The connectivity options on the phone include 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS/ A-GPS, NFC, and two USB Type-C ports. While the sensors on the phone include an accelerometer, ambient light, gyroscope, magnetometer, proximity sensor, an ultrasonic sensor and an in-display fingerprint sensor as well. The device packs two 2,500mAh batteries that equally offer a capacity of 5,000mAh battery.
In order to offers a powerful gaming line up of gaming PCs that will appeal to a variety of amateur as well as professional gamers, Dell has launched the latest in PC gaming with the Alienware m15 R3, Dell G5 15 SE, Dell G5 15, and Dell G3 15. Dell has strengthened its focus with the G Series portfolio with design, game functionality and performance packed in together, to get users game ready.
“We’re bringing the latest and most comprehensive gaming portfolio to choose from. With game play becoming immersive, what gamers want today is diversity in tools. If you are new to PC gaming or moving from mobile to PC, the Dell G Series portfolio is great place to start at. With this new range we are excited and look forward to customer response and feedback”, said Raj Kumar Rishi, Vice President & Managing Director for Consumer & Small Businesses, Dell Technologies, India
Alienware m15 R3
The new Alienware m15 R3 is the thinnest, lightest, and most powerful 39.6 cm Alienware laptop and is designed to offer unprecedented performance and an ultimate gaming experience for the passionate, competitive and cross-platform gamers. Powered by advanced Alienware Cryo-tech thermal technology with new Vapour chamber cooling, for uncompromised performance.
Dell G5 15 SE
The Dell G5 15 SE, first introduced at CES 2020, is the latest in Dell’s G Series portfolio. It is also the first Dell G Series laptop to feature the AMD Ryzen 4000 H-Series Mobile Processors (up to 8-cores, 16-threads) along with the new AMD Radeon RX 5600M GPUs to offer a desktop grade performance. These chips use AMD SmartShift technology to optimize performance by intelligently shifting power between the Ryzen processor and Radeon GPU as needed. Along with a 39.6 cm FHD IPS display panel, the new G5 15 SE has a customizable red backlit keyboard with WASD and 51WHr battery to keep the gamers on the top of their game. The Dell G5 SE delivers an exceptional gaming performance for mainstream gaming enthusiasts.
Dell G5 15
With a premium metallic IMR finish, the Dell G5 15 offers up to 10th Generation Intel Core i7 processors in two graphics variants, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650Ti graphics. In its new avatar, it is just 21.6mm, making it a powerful yet portable gaming laptop for consumers who want a versatile gaming laptop at the most attractive price range. The Dell G3 is built for mainstream gamers who want affordable PC gaming experience but do not want to compromise on the performance.
Moreover, the Dell G Series is packed with game ready technology with striking features including:
Nahimic 3D Audio that offers intuitive audio and voice controls, as well as Audio Recon visual sound tracking for clear audio output
Game Shift that enables maximum fan speed for optimal processor performance during periods of intense gaming with the click of one button
Alienware Command Center, a hub for controlling in-game and peripheral lighting settings
As far as the prices are concerned, the Alienware M15 R3 starts at Rs 199,990 including GST. The Dell G5 15 SE starts at Rs 74,990 including GST, while the Dell G5 15 starts at Rs 82,590 including GST and the Dell G3 15 starts at Rs 73,990 including GST. The new gaming laptops will be available for purchase at online and offline stores including Amazon, Flipkart, select large format retail and multi brand outlets and at select Dell Exclusive Stores.
With privacy is at the heart of Messenger, Facebook has now announced App Lock and new privacy and security features that give its users more control to be with the people who matter the most via a message, video chat, call or a Messenger Room. The feature is available on iPhone and iPad and will come to Android in the next few months.
According to Facebook, App Lock enables the users to add another layer of security to their private messages and helps prevent other people from accessing them. This optional feature gives them the confidence to know that if a friend or family member needs to borrow their phone, they won’t be able to access the chats.
Moreover, Facebook’s App Lock uses the device’s privacy settings like fingerprint or face authentication to unlock the Messenger app, and the touch or face ID is not transmitted to or stored by Facebook.
Facebook users can find this feature in the new Privacy settings section. The Privacy section makes it easy to access settings and features like the audience for their stories, muted stories and blocked people. “App Lock and the Privacy section let you tailor your experience and choose settings that work best for you. We’re always working to give you more control over your privacy, so as we introduce more privacy features, you’ll have this centralized place to find them,” said Jay Sullivan, Director of Product Management, Messenger Privacy and Safety.
“People tell us that they want more controls over their inbox and calls. That’s why we’re working on new controls so you can decide who can message or call you directly, who goes to your requests folder, and who can’t message or call you at all. This will be similar to the message controls on Instagram, and we’ll share more details when we start testing these controls,” added Sullivan.
Facebook is also exploring more ways to protect the privacy and safety when someone they don’t know sends them a message. The Mark Zuckerberg-owned social media giant will also be testing a feature similar to what exists on Instagram and WhatsApp that blurs images in your message requests folder. This way, the Facebook users have the choice to view an image from someone they may not know before replying to the message or blocking or reporting the account.
Amazon Quiz has gone live now. The quiz can be played daily from 8 AM to 12 noon. Amazon gives the opportunity to millions of its customers to play and win free gadgets as well as Amazon Pay Balance. Today e-commerce gives you a chance to win a Rs 15,000 Amazon Pay Balance.
Every day the e-commerce platform brings a new set of questionnaires to which the participants have to answer correctly. The quiz contains only five questions that are based on current affairs and general knowledge. Answering all the questions correctly will get your name selected for a lucky draw. Only one person will be selected as the winner and the results are announced at the end every month. The lucky ones might win something by answering all the questions correctly, and the wrong answers will get you eliminated from the quiz. So 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 15,000 Amazon Pay Balance check out today’s answers for the Amazon Quiz.
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July 23 Amazon Quiz Answers
Question 1: Which ‘made in India’ free video-conferencing application was recently launched by Reliance Jio?
The answer is- JioMeet
Question 2: Ofek-16 is a military surveillance satellite launched by which country?
The answer is- Israel
Question 3: The BMC and CPCB have joined hands to set up India’s first clinic for what in Bhopal?
The answer is- e-Waste
Question 4: Which Indian PSU recently launched special winter-grade diesel for the Union Territory of Ladakh?
The answer is- Indian Oil
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In order to bring next revolution in smartphone gaming industry, ASUS has now launched ROG Phone 3 in India for a starting price of Rs 49,999 (8GB RAM+128GB ROM). According to ASUS, the ROG Phone 3 beholds the ultimate gaming weapon that is built to dominate your nemeses and rule them all. This smartphone would go on sale on Flipkart start August 6. On the other hand, the 12GB RAM+256GB ROM variant is priced for Rs 57,999.
As far as camera is concerned, the triple-camera system on ROG Phone 3 is designed to produce superb-quality photos in any setting. It features a flagship Sony IMX686 64 MP main wide-angle camera, an ultra-wide 13 MP second camera, and a macro camera. Enhanced software features include a Pro Video Mode as well as Free Zoom, Wind Filter and Acoustic Focus functions to make your video quality stand out. There’s also a 24 MP front camera for high-quality group selfies and live-streaming videos.
Powered by the world’s fastest3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus 5G Mobile Platform, the latest LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 ROM, ASUS ROG Phone 3 delivers the ultimate in overall performance and gives you a super-smooth gaming experience. Moreover, the GameCool 3 cooling system in ROG Phone 3 uses an advanced 3D vapor chamber and a large heat sink that are precisely located to eliminate hotspots. The cooling system is incredibly effective at removing heat during full-speed operation via its specially designed vents. This comprehensive cooling system allows ROG Phone 3 to easily sustain peak performance during heavy gaming sessions, eliminating throttling to give you an expert edge against the competition.
The ROG design and development team consists of real gamers who understand the key features that gamers need. They’ve used their in-depth expertise to create the ultimate gaming phone for serious mobile gamers.
In addition, the AeroActive Cooler 3 clip-on external cooling fan of ASUS ROG Phone 3 smartphone increases airflow to hotspots on the casing, particularly the area around the CPU and 5G chip. It can lower the surface temperature by up to 4-degree C, but it’s still incredibly compact and connects easily to the side-mounted port. Interestingly, the state-of-the-art thermal design of ROG Phone 3 ensures that you can always maintain full speed, no matter how long you play.
With a 6.59-inch super AMOLED display, ASUS ROG Phone 3 is equipped with an industry-leading 270 Hz7 touch-sampling rate, which dramatically decreases the touch latency to 25 ms8. To ensure that visuals on the ROG Phone 3 smartphone look just like the developer intended. The display is also TÜV Rheinland-certified, so it’s easy on your eyes.
Moreover, the unique X Mode takes expert care of system-wide performance to fully unleash the absolute power of ROG Phone. The X Mode allows you to adjust and customize many system parameters to optimize the performance of the ROG Phone 3, and tailor it for every application and gaming scenario.
On the battery front, ASUS ROG 3 smartphone is fitted with a 6,000 mAh battery. There are multiple passive power-saving mechanisms — including multiple custom battery modes and an exclusive hibernate function — that significantly prolong the time between charges and also increase battery lifespan.
Furthermore, the new GameFX audio system on ROG Phone 3 is tuned in collaboration with audio optimization specialist Dirac, featuring dual front-facing stereo speakers that deliver powerful and immersive audio for games. There is also an all-new Game Mode that lets you pinpoint the location of players using a unique audio algorithm.
Interestingly, the AirTrigger 3 system introduces a brand-new way to interact with ASUS ROG Phone 3, using motion sensor that allows you to control the action by simply tilting the phone for totally intuitive gaming. The ultrasonic touch sensors — located on the long edges of the ROG Phone 3 — can be assigned to any in-game action for a console-like experience. The touch sensors now support more gestures, including slide, swipe and inner/outer button detection.
The Taiwan based electronics major Acers has expanded its laptops portfolio by launching a new affordable laptop in India. Today the company introduced the Acer Extensa laptop powered by 10th Gen Intel Core i3 Processors. The laptop comes with 8 hours of battery life with an optimized digital webcam microphone along with two built-in stereo speakers. There is a Full HD display with narrow bezels featuring BlueLightShield to reduce harmful blue rays. Additionally, to maintain a strong, consistent wireless signal the Acer laptop comes with Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) wireless antenna and MU-MIMO. Read on to know more about the Extensa laptop’s pricing and specifications.
Acer Extensa 15 price and availability
The price of the Acer Extensa 15 has been set at Rs 47,100 in India. But the device will be offered at an attractive price of Rs 31,490. The Acer Extensa 15 will be available via Acer E-store along with other partnered stores across the country.
Speaking on launch Sudhir Goel, Chief Business Officer, Acer India said, “Acer as a leading brand in the PC segment, has driven immense path-breaking innovations to set new benchmarks in the space of design and innovation. With the Acer Extensa 15, our aim is to get a fully loaded laptop in the hands of everyone packed with the latest technology and performance. Everyone is adapting to remote working or online learning, the Acer Extensa 15 laptop aims at equipping consumers with the best tool at a very affordable price point and delivering on our mission of breaking barriers between people and technology.”
Acer Extensa 15 specifications and features
Acer Extensa 15 comes with a 15.6 inches Full HD display with narrow-bezels, therefore, offering a higher screen-to-body ratio. The display of the Acer laptop features ComfyView technology that limits the reflected light to reduce eye-strain along with BlueLightShield to cut harmful blue light. The chassis is less than 20mm thin with weighs just 1.9 kg. Inside it, there is a 10th Gen Intel Core i3 processor paired with Intel UHD graphics and up to 12GB of DDR4 memory using a single soDIMM module.
For better connectivity, there is WiFi 5 (802.11ac) with MU-MIMO Technology + Bluetooth 4.2 for strong Bluetooth and Wifi signal. Other connectivity options include a full range of ports, including RJ45, two USB2.0, USB3.1 Gen1, HDMI, and more.
The Acer Extensa 15 also supports up to 1 TB PCIe Gen3 8 Gb/s up to 4 lanes, NVMe SSD to boost the performance of the laptop. Consumers can easily store and share important projects and data with up to 2TB of hard drive space. The device comes with optimized digital webcam, microphone, and two built-in stereo speakers that keep you connected with amazing audio and visual clarity. Also, it can deliver up to 8 hours of battery life that minimizes the possibility of interruptions for prolonged cable-free usage.
HP has been building printers for decades and the experience, and precision shows in every new unit. Recently HP launched the Smart Tank series and we got to tinker with the HP Smart Tank 515 printer. We spent quite a few days with it to understand it well. Did it impress us? Yes, at various levels. Let’s find out more about the printer in this review.
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HP Smart Tank 515 printer design and setup
Out of the box, dressed in black and grey, it looks like any other printer that comes from brand HP, but in a slightly larger size. However, do not get duped by the size, this printer is not heavy at all. It is actually not just a printer, but an all in one. It has a scan bed on top that can hold a single A4 sheet to scan it in colour or black and white. You can directly give the print command from the console present on the top front of the printer. It also has the power button as well as the single colour LED display here.
Setting up the HP Smart Tank 515 printer and loading the ink is very easy (just follow the simple manual as we did). Since this printer is a smart tank printer you get two sets of ink loads here. One is in the form of bottles (CMYK) that you need to unload into the ink tanks that are located in the front and the other goes into the printer from the front middle panel. These the regular ink cartridges you get for HP Deskjet printers. But here is the kicker, these cartridges get colours from the ink tanks as well. Hence the word Smart Tank. The power and USB sockets are located at the back; however, we did not go for the USB setup.
We went for the Wireless setup on the HP Smart Tank 515 printer, which is super easy. Just head over the HP website and download the HP smart software and follow the on-screen instructions. In 3-4 steps we were done, up and running.
Performance
The HP Smart Tank 515 printer is a performer. From the get-go, it gave us great prints. We gave it some really radical images to print and it delivered with extreme precision. It is a sophisticated piece of machinery. So, we quickly moved to test it further. At draft setting, we got 18 pages per minute (PPM). In the colour mode, this came down to 12. In normal mode, we got black prints at 8 PPM and colour prints were clocked at 3.5 PPM. All of them were with A4 sheets.
At the best setting, the HP Smart Tank 515 printer does take extra time. We got a print out in 1.5 minutes. Which is high compared to a laser printer, but when compared to Deskjet it is very comparable. Considering the kind of sharpness and colour accuracy it has, we did not mind the wait. The blacks were deep and colours come out vibrant. To tell you frankly, we were really impressed with it.
Coming to the scan speeds, we could scan 2 PPM of A4 sheets. The scans can be taken in up to 1200 dpi (dots per inch) resolution. Here the HP Smart Tank 515 printer did not disappoint either. Scans were accurate and one can even save the scan to PDF directly. Users can also print directly from their mobiles (Android and iOS). The HP smart print app can be downloaded on the mobile phone and prints from the mobile device can be sent directly to the printer (wirelessly). Just remember to be on the same Wi-Fi network for the prints to go through.
Verdict
All in all, the HP Smart Tank 515 printer is one of the best ink tank printers out there. You get large in tanks, so the worry of refilling goes away. It is eco friendly too. It uses only 3.12 watt of power when it is in ready mode and 0.75 watts when it is sleep mode. The paper tray can hold up to 100 A4 sheets and the printer can print different paper types as well as lower sizes including an envelope. At a price of Rs 14,999, the HP Smart Tank 515 printer might seem to be on the higher side of things, however, with low-cost prints you end up saving on the regular cartridge change costs. Plus did we mention the prints are spectacular?
If you planning to buy a new set of headphones, now you get to choose another option from Jabra. The newly announced Jabra Elite 45h is engineered to be the best-in-class on-ear wireless headphones. Jabra claims that it offers a long battery life of up to 50 hours on just one charge. Mind you! Jabra Elite 45h comes with a price tag of Rs 9,999 and will be available in Copper Black colour on Amazon from Aug 6th (Amazon Prime Day).
Stating that the Elite 45h is the first on-ear headphone with Jabra MySound personalization feature, Amitesh Punhani, Country Marketing Manager, India & SAARC at Jabra, said, “The product has been designed for everyday commuters who could use the 50 hours battery life and 40mm speakers to listen to music and make calls on-the-go, without ever worrying about running out of charge. Jabra’s years of audio know-how has helped to create the most portable, powerful and compact headphones which are easy on the pocket too.”
Jabra Elite 45h features Jabra MySound, an innovative new technology by Jabra and sister company GN Hearing. MySound was created to optimize and personalize sound experiences based on individual hearing profiles.
Boasting a light and comfortable design that is sleek and stylish, the Jabra Elite 45h is crafted from premium materials, the lightweight headband and soft oval ear-cushions mold to your ear for added comfort. The headphones provide a comfortable and immersive sound experience that were built to withstand the hustle and bustle of daily life.
According to Jabra, “The Elite 45h was designed with this in mind – to provide for personal preferences and elevate the sound experience for each individual user. It leverages hearing know-how and technology from sister company GN Hearing, producers of world-class hearing aids, to personalize the music experience.”
The Elite 45h requires users to utilize the Jabra Sound+ app where they will take a test comprising a series of beeps. The Elite 45h headphones is the third headphone to feature Jabra MySound, Elite 75t and Elite Active 75t were the first two to be updated in May 2020.
With its compact and sound design, Jabra Elite 45h is perfect for those on-the-go allowing users to bring the headphones with them no matter where life may lead them. The Elite 45h’s large speakers enable powerful music to be delivered while the dual-mic design removes surrounding noise so that one can enjoy crystal clear calls no matter where they are.
Ahead of the virtual Galaxy unpacked event on August 5, let’s quickly take a tour to see how Samsung Galaxy Note has changed the life of its users. Over the years, Samsung Galaxy Note has established itself as a powerful and productivity device. Known for its raw power, the key USP of the Galaxy Note is its S Pen that is the perfect tool for millennials to seamlessly transition between work and life. Mind you! Samsung Galaxy Note is the only premium smartphone to come with an S Pen.
This most power-packed Galaxy smartphone by Samsung also comes with a bunch of interesting and unique features like the ever-so versatile S Pen with tricks that’s ensure to always keep your productivity high, Powerful processor, advanced (Pro-grade) camera, and more.
The Galaxy Note will take the productivity and creativity of millennial users to the next level. The Note series are elegant, have a purposeful design with powerful performance and productivity tools to help users make the most of every moment.
Looking at some of the major functionalities of the S Pen, the Air actions give the users intuitive control with a wave of their hands. Samsung has re-engineered S Pen to match your movements, allowing you to control your phone via simple gestures.
In addition, Samsung Galaxy Note users can move S Pen clockwise or counter-clockwise to change the camera angle and capture a close-crop group shot or the whole scene. Moreover, if one flicks S Pen left or right in the Gallery app, they can move to the next photo or go back to the previous one. Furthermore, one can also increase the sound by gesturing S Pen up and decrease the sound by gesturing it down. Therefore, there is no need to touch the volume key. If a Samsung Galaxy Note user wishes to jot down their thoughts, then simply tap and turn the project notes into readable text that can be copied, pasted and shared.
Interestingly, using S Pen is as natural as putting pen to paper as it has been redesigned to be customized. Samsung Notes allows the users to adjust the S Pen settings like ink colour and thickness, and save the favourites.
One can also pop out the S Pen to use Screen off memo. This allows the user to write and draw in a variety of colours. Then, save the screen to Samsung Notes or pin it to the Always on Display. Also, a user can draw in 3D with AR Doodle and S Pen. Your creations can track your face and the space around you for eye-catching videos.
Today the Chinese electronics giant Lenovo is going to unveil its much-awaited gaming smartphone in the market. Lenovo Legion is going to launch in China. The device is said to come with a 90W “Twin Turbo” system for fast charging that is touted to charge a 5,000mAh battery in just 30 minutes. Recently the device was also listed on an e-retailer website revealing all its specifications.
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Lenovo Legion is the company’s latest flagship device which is going to be unveiled today. The company will be hosting an online launch event to launch the device in China. The launch event will begin at 19:30 GMT, which is 5 PM IST in India. The launch event will be live-streamed across all official social media accounts via the YouTube channel.
Asus ROG Phone 3 expected specifications
Reports and leaks related to Lenovo Legion have been doing the rounds on the internet prior to its official launch. The device has been spotted on various benchmarking websites. Several teasers have confirmed that it is going to come with Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 865 Plus 5G mobile platform.
In addition to this ROG Phone 3 is said to come with a Full HD+ AMOLED display with a high refresh rate of 144Hz. According to a report, the Lenovo Legion will be featuring a 90W fast charging tech that is claimed to fully charge a 5,000mAh battery. For improved haptics, there will be a Dual X-axis Linear motor along with dual stereo speakers on the phone.
Lenovo Legion will be getting a pop-up selfie camera with a 20-megapixel resolution and dual-camera system on the back of the phone consisting of a 64-megapixel primary sensor and an ultrawide angle sensor. However, there is no information on the pricing of the ROG Phone 3, it is expected to be pricier than its predecessor as it comes loaded with the latest features.
The South Korean smartphone company, Samsung, has introduced a new mobile handset in the market under its popular A-series. The company has launched Samsung Galaxy A01 Core, which is the company’s entry-level Android Go edition that comes in a single storage variant. The key highlights of the phone include an LCD display HD+ resolution, single rear and a selfie camera with a 3,000mAh battery.
Samsung Galaxy A01 Core price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A01 Core has been launched in Indonesia. The device will be available in a single 1GB of RAM with 16GB of storage option at IDR 1,099,000 that translates to Rs 5,500 according to Indian currency. But it will be available for purchase with an introductory price of IDR 999,000 comes around Rs 5,000. This introductory price will be offered until July 23. The device comes in three colour options of Blue, Black, and Red.
Samsung Galaxy A01 Core specifications
Samsung Galaxy A01 Core comes with a 5.3-inch HD+ TFT LCD display with 720×1,480 pixels of resolution. The device runs on the Android Go edition and is powered by an unnamed quad-core SoC clocked at 1.5GHz paired with 1GB of RAM and up to 32GB of storage. The internal storage is expandable up to 512GB using a microSD card.
In terms of optics, the Samsung Galaxy A01 Core features a single 8-megapixel rear camera with an f/2.2 aperture. The camera app supports autofocus and digital zoom of up to 4x. For taking selfies and video calling there is a 5-megapixel front-facing camera with f/2.4 aperture.
The device houses a 3,000mAh battery that is claimed to offer up to 17 hours of 4G talk time, 14 hours of LTE or Wi-Fi Internet usage, 11 hours of video playback, and more. In terms of connectivity, the smartphone includes a Micro-USB port, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth v5, 3.5mm audio jack, GPS, GLONASS, etc. For sensors, there is an accelerometer and proximity sensor.
After testing out its Rs 199 mobile-only plan that supports only one smartphone in 2019, Netflix, the popular streaming entertainment service, is now testing another budget-friendly plan of Rs 349 to lure customers from whom the company’s pricing strategy results in major disappointment.
According to a TechCrunch report, Netflix is currently in the testing phase of a new Mobile Plus Rs 349 plan per month in India. It’s worth mentioning that the mobile-only plan debars customers from using the Netflix streaming service on PC or TV.
“We launched the Mobile Plan in India to make it easier for anyone with a smartphone to enjoy Netflix. We want to see if members like the added choice this offer brings. We’ll only roll it out long-term if they do,” a Netflix spokesperson told TechCrunch.
While the Rs 199 Mobile Plan per month allows a subscriber to use only one smartphone, what lacks here is that this mobile-only plan doesn’t support Netflix content on a bigger screen.
On the other hand, Netflix Rs 499 Basic Plan per month, which also supports a single screen, can be accessed on a smartphone, TV, laptop or tablet. Mind you! This plan supports content in HD similar to the mobile-only plan.
As far as the Netflix Rs 649 Standard Plan per month is concerned, it supports two screens that includes mobile and TV. This HD streaming can be accessed on laptop, TV, smartphone and tablet. In addition, Netflix Rs 799 Premium Plan per month supports four screens. This HD and Ultra HD streaming can be used on laptop, mobile, TV and tablet.
Recently, Netflix has also unveiled an exciting lineup of 17 original stories, including six new films and two new series. From thrillers to romantic comedies to light-hearted dramas, this unparalleled and diverse collection of entertaining stories will launch on Netflix in the coming months.
Expressing excitement to share the lineup of 17 original stories across formats and multiple genres, Monika Shergill, VP-Content, Netflix India said, “We know our members have unique tastes, moods and needs – sometimes, they want to lean back and watch a delightful comedy, and at other times, they want a pulse-pounding thriller that brings them to the edge of their seats. We are so proud to bring these diverse stories created by acclaimed and emerging storytellers and producing partners.”
With this, Netflix wants to give its subscriber something to discover and love on its streaming platform every day.
OnePlus Buds are now official in India. The earphones are the company’s latest wireless audio device. However, the company in its kitty already has headphones under the wireless bullets series, Buds are the company latest entrants into the new truly wireless earphones category. The earphones come with OnePlus’s Warp charge tech along with 30 hours of battery life.
In addition to this, last evening the Chinese premium smartphone company OnePlus unveiled its much-awaited OnePlus Nord smartphone in India. Earlier the device was being rumoured to be the company next OnePlus Z and OnePlus 8 Lite. Putting all the rumours aside the company has offered its most affordable device that will be available in three variants along with flagship-level camera performance.
OnePlus Buds price and availability
The OnePlus Buds in India has been launched with a price tag of Rs 4,990. The availability details of this device are yet to be released but it is expected to go on sale through OnePlus’ regular retail channels. As we already mentioned before, the company also offers their headsets under the wireless category, OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z earphones were also launched in India in May this year alongside the OnePlus 8 series at Rs 1,999. The company also offers OnePlus Bullets Wireless at Rs 3,990 and OnePlus Bullets Wireless 2 at Rs 5,990.
OnePlus Nord has been launched in India first and the price has been set at Rs 24,999 for the base 6GB RAM with 64GB storage, this variant will be India exclusive only. Moreover, the 8GB of RAM with 128GB storage option comes at Rs 27,999 while the top-end model which is the 12GB RAM with 256GB storage will be available with a price tag of Rs 29,999. According to the company, the 8GB RAM option will be offered in a single Gray Onyx colour while the other models will be available in Blue Marble and Gray Onyx colour options.
As we already know that the pre-bookings for the device is already open and will run till July 28 via Amazon in the country. The company will also be hosting an early access sale for those part of the OnePlus Red Cable Club on August 3 through OnePlus.in as well as offline retailers. The first sale is scheduled for August 4 in which only the 8GB and 12GB variant will be available for purchase and in September the 6GB model will be put on sale.
The launch offers include a Rs 2,000 discount if the purchase is made via American Express cards. There will be Rs 6,000 worth of benefits from the Reliance Jio on the purchase of the device. While the OnePlus Red Cable Club members are eligible to get a 50 GB of free OnePlus Cloud storage with third party benefits along with assuring buyback offers and an extended warranty
OnePlus Buds specifications and features
The company has the tradition of upgrading its audio accessories. After launching OnePlus Bullets Z wireless in India this year in may the company has introduced its first true wireless headset OnePlus Buds. These come with an outer-ear design similar to Apple AirPods with a charging case that has a USB Type-C port supported by Warp Charge standard for fast charging.
The OnePlus earbuds are powered by 13.4mm dynamic drivers featuring environmental noise-cancelling technology for clear audio during voice calls. With 10 minutes of charging it can last up to 10 hours and up to 30 hours of battery life on a single charge. The OnePlus Buds comes with up to seven hours of playback time. The earbuds have touch controls for playback, calls, and voice assistance.
There is ultra-low-latency audio with Gaming Mode to reduce the latency. The earphones weigh just 4.6g and with the charging case, it weighs 36g. The new earphones will be available in three distinct colour options of white, grey, and blue.
OnePlus Nord specifications
OnePlus Nord comes with a 6.44-inch full-HD+ Fluid AMOLED display with 1,080×2,400 pixels of resolution and 20:9 aspect ratio. Also, it has a 90Hz refresh rate panel with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection offering Night Mode, Reading Mode, and Video Enhancer features so that your eyes do not stress out. The device runs on OxygenOS 10.5 based on top of Android 10. Under the hood, there is an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G with Adreno 620 GPU for graphics. There will be up to 12GB LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 2.1 storage which is not expandable.
Moving ahead Nord has a quad rear camera setup that includes a Sony IMX586 48-megapixel primary sensor with an f/1.75 aperture along with optical image stabilisation (OIS). In addition to this, there is a secondary 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with a field of view (FoV) of 119 degrees and f/2.25 aperture. It also has a 2-megapixel and a 5-megapixel macro and a depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture respectively. The camera set up offers features such as UltraShot HDR, Nightscape, Super Macro, Portrait, Pro Mode, RAW Image, Ultra-Wide Selfie, Panorama and AI scene detection with slow-motion video and time-lapse feature as well.
For selfies, OnePlus Nord is the first smartphone by the company to own dual selfie sensors consisting of a 32-megapixel Sony IMX616 main sensor with f/2.45 aperture and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with FoV of 105 degrees and f/2.45 aperture.
Moreover, the device has a single stereo super linear speaker along with noise cancellation support and Alert Slider on the side. For connectivity options there is 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth v5.1, GPS/ A-GPS/ NavIC, NFC, and a USB Type-C port for charging. The sensor on the phone includes an accelerometer, ambient light, gyroscope, magnetometer, a proximity sensor with an in-display fingerprint sensor as well. The phone houses a 4,115mAh battery supported by Warp Charge 30T fast charging technology.
The Taiwanese electronics brand Asus today is going to host the ‘Game Changer’ event today in Taiwan. At the event, the company will be introducing its next gaming smartphone Asus ROG Phone 3. Simultaneously the device will also be launched in India and is going to be available via e-commerce website Flipkart.
The ‘Game Changer’ event is scheduled for today in India as well as globally. The Asus ROG Phone 3 global launch event will begin at 8.15 PM IST. Online launch events have become the new normal these days thanks to the pandemic coronavirus so there will be no physical launch. The event will be live-streamed across all the social media channels via the company’s official YouTube channel. For your convenience, we have embedded the link below.
Asus ROG Phone 3 expected specifications
The reports and leaks suggest that Asus ROG Phone 3 is expected to pack a massive 6,000mAh battery with 30W fast charging support. The device is said to be powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ processor with increased performance, faster gameplay, ultra-intuitive AI, game-changing Wi-Fi, and a full suite of Qualcomm Snapdragon Elite Gaming features. It could be offered in a 12GB or 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.
Most likely there will be a 6.59-inch full HD+ AMOLED display featuring an in-display fingerprint scanner. The display will be supported by a 120Hz refresh rate panel. Moreover, Asus ROG Phone 3 is expected to run Android 10 OS with ROG UI skin on top.
In addition to this ROG Phone 3 is expected to have a triple rear camera on the ROG Phone 3 consisting of a 64-megapixel primary sensor, a secondary 13-megapixel sensor and the resolution of the tertiary lens is not known but it is expected to be a telephoto lens with 8x zoom support. For selfie, the device is expected to get a pop-up front-facing camera as there is no evidence of a punch-hole to house a selfie camera.
Get ready to answer a new set of questions as the Amazon Quiz is live on its platform. The e-commerce platform brings a daily quiz on its mobile platform, which every day gives chance to millions of people across the country to win exciting prizes. The quiz goes live at 8 AM and runs till 12 noon. Today’s Amazon Quiz prize is Samsung Galaxy Note 10.
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 others. Every day Amazon brings a fresh new quiz on its app, here we would like to mention that the quiz is not available for the desktop users, only app users can participate in the daily quiz. The company puts 5 questions based on general knowledge and current affairs to which the contestants have to answer all the questions correctly. A wrong answer will eliminate you from the quiz. After giving correct answers to all the questions, your name will get further selected for a lucky draw. The results of the lucky draw will be announced at the end of the month. So today’s quiz winner’s name will be declared at the end of the month. We have updated today’s five questions with their correct answers below so that you can win Amazon Quiz and get Samsung Galaxy Note 10.
July 22 Amazon Quiz Answers:
Question 1: In which Indian state is ‘Rewa Solar Power Plant’, one of the largest single-site solar power plants in India, located?
The answer is- Madhya Pradesh
Question 2: CBSE has partnered with which tech giant to deliver courses on digital safety and online well-being?
The answer is- Facebook
Question 3: Dharma Chakra Day, celebrated by Buddhists all over the world, commemorates which of the following?
The answer is- Buddha’s first sermon
Question 4: Which famous rapper recently claimed he is running for President of Unites States in 2020?
The answer is- Kanye West
Question 5: Which Indian boxer has recently become World No. 1 in the 52kg weight category in the AIBA rankings?
OnePlus Nord has now been unveiled in India at a price of Rs 24,999. The open sale for this much-awaited smartphone will start on August 4 at 12pm IST. However, OnePlus notified that the 6GB + 64GB model of the Nord will be available exclusively at Amazon in September.
The 8GB + 128GB storage variant at a price of Rs 27,999
The 12GB + 256GB storage variant at a price of Rs 29,999
According to the official announcement, OnePlus Nord will go on sale in two colour options to choose from: Blue Marble and Gray Onyx. However, news is rife that the 6GB + 64GB model will be available only in Gray Onyx colour.
Interestingly, OnePlus Nord smartphone comprises of four rear cameras and two front cameras. The Nord comes with the same 48 MP primary sensor as the OnePlus 8, complete with optical image stabilization (OIS) to eliminate blur and shakiness from every photo. The Nord also comes with features that can remove unwanted noise and sharpen things up in tricky shooting scenarios, like harsh sunlight.
Furthermore, OnePlus Nord comes with 32MP Sony IMX616 and another 8MP camera that offer 105-degree ultra-wide angle for selfie lovers,. The Nord’s group selfie algorithm is automatically enabled when it detects a minimum of three faces in a shot with adequate lighting conditions. The group selfie algorithm cannot be enabled if there are more than six people in a shot or in HDR scenes. OnePlus Nord’s group selfie algorithm works on both the primary selfie camera and the ultra-wide angle. OnePlus claims that the Nord’s primary front camera can record in 4K at 60 fps. The 90HZ display of this smartphone makes swiping snappier and scrolling smoother.
OnePlus Nord comes pre-installed with OxygenOS 10.5 that completes your handset with all the features you were expecting, like Dark Theme, gesture navigations, and Zen Mode. In order to enable seamless, helpful and safest user experience, OnePlus Nord smartphone also comes with Google’s communications apps – Messages, Phone, and Duo.
Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G 5G Mobile Platform along with improved CPU speeds, the smartphone renders 30 percent faster graphics than its predecessor. Moreover, it has up to 12 GB of RAM so Nord can run all your favourite apps at once stutter-free.
Warp Charge 30T isn’t all about speed, but it can refill OnePlus Nord from 0 to 70 percent in just half an hour. The smartphone maker claims that its charging technology is also smart enough to keep your phone cool during heavy use.
The Nord is ready for 5G. According to the smartphone manufacturer, “5G might not be available for you just yet – it’s a work in progress kind of thing. Still, it’s nice to know Nord is ready for everything that 5G can offer, both now, and whenever it finally arrives in full force.”
After announcing MIUI 12 Global Stable ROMs to a select of Xiaomi devices including Mi 9, Mi 9T and Mi 9T Pro, now news is rife that Xiaomi is now gearing up to rollout MIUI 12 update to its 23 more smartphones starting August 2020. As per the list available on MIUI Indonesia website, the following handsets will be covered under this MIUI 12 Release Schedule:
However, Xiaomi has notified that this MIUI 12 release plan is subject to change at any time.
Xiaomi has showcased an interface on MIUI Indonesia website for reference. However, it added that the actual interface may differ from the one shown above. It added that Xiaomi will also continue to update and optimise its features and services without further explanation. The information provided on this website applies only to MIUI 12 and later versions used on Mi, REDMI, and POCO phones.
Xiaomi MIUI Indonesia’s website also added that Super Walpaper is supported on the following devices: Mi 10, POCO F2 Pro, while Static wallpapers are available on other devices as well. Super wallpapers create seamless interstellar journeys as you switch between your Lock screen, Home screen, and Always-on display. Be it Martian desert or a remote corner of the Earth, the splendour you’ll witness will go beyond imaginable.
On the other hand, Xiaomi MIUI Indonesia’s website has also revealed that the floating window is supported on the following devices: Mi 10, Mi Note 10 Pro, Mi Note 10, Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi Note 7, Mi 8 Lite, POCO F2 Pro, POCOPHONE F1, Redmi 7, Redmi Note 9, Redmi Note 9 Pro, Redmi 9. In addition, icons with animations are supported on the following devices: Mi 10, POCO F2 Pro, POCOPHONE F1, Redmi Note 8 Pro.
Mind you! Floating windows allow the user to handle different windows at the same time, saving the trouble of constantly switching between apps. The feature is so handy that the user can easily move, close, and resize the windows with simple gestures. For example, when a text message comes while a video is playing, the user can reply in the floating window without pausing the video. Users can drag the floating window to the corner of the screen to minimize it. Tapping it will bring the floating window back and double-tapping will enable the full-screen mode. Floating windows make multitasking on mobile devices seamless, convenient and disturbance-free.
Furthermore, MIUI 12 update will also introduce the new camera feature that is supported on the following smartphones: Mi 10, Mi Note 10 Pro, Mi Note 10, Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi Note 7, POCOPHONE F1, Redmi 7, Redmi Note 9, Redmi Note 9 Pro, Redmi 9.
The much-awaited update integrates a whole slew of bottom-up renovations, fully revamped UI experience and smart functionalities that have been widely expected by Xiaomi’s global users and partners.
Earlier, Jamie Rosenberg, Google’s VP of Strategy for Android, said, “We’re thrilled to continue our partnership with Xiaomi, bringing together the intelligence and helpfulness of Android with Xiaomi’s unique hardware and software experiences.”
Xiaomi’s focus on excellence in its products enriches the lives of its users around the world, he added.
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, Google Maps has revealed that there has been surge in requests for cycling directions. Therefore, Google Maps are constantly updating this information to help you uncover the most reliable bike route. Google Maps docked bikeshare direction is now introduced in 10 cities.
Now cyclist will see end-to-end directions that include docked bikeshare information while looking for bike directions. Steps will include:
Detailed walking directions to bikeshare stations near your starting point along with live bike availability
Turn-by-turn cycling directions to the bikeshare station closest to your destination with live dock availability
Finally, walking directions from there to your final destination
For some cities, Google Maps will show you links to open the relevant bikeshare app to book and unlock the bike.
In order to roll out this docked bikeshare directions feature on the Maps, Google has collaborated with Ito World and bikeshare partners around the world. “We’re actively working with additional partners to bring this functionality to more cities in the coming months,” said Vishal Dutta, Product Manager, Google Maps.
Initially, Google Maps will introduce this docked bikeshare directions in these 10 cities:
Chicago, U.S. (Divvy/Lyft)
New York City, U.S. (Citi Bike/Lyft)
San Francisco Bay Area, U.S. (Bay Wheels/Lyft)
Washington, DC, U.S. (Capital Bikeshare/Lyft)
London, England (Santander Cycles/TfL)
Mexico City, Mexico (Ecobici)
Montreal, Canada (BIXI/Lyft)
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil (Bike Itaú)
São Paulo, Brazil (Bike Itaú)
Taipei and New Taipei City, Taiwan (YouBike)
For riders opting to use bike sharing, Google is now providing more detailed information. “Over the last several years, we’ve launched a dockless bike and scooter integration with Lime in more than 100 cities and introduced real-time docked bikeshare information to help travellers in select cities locate bike sharing stations and real-time availability. With bikeshare providers seeing sharp increases in usage during COVID-19, it’s even more important to quickly and easily check how many bikes are available at the station you’re headed toward and if there are docks available to drop off your bike near your destination,” added Dutta.
With any mode of transportation right now, cleanliness and safety are top of mind. All of Google’s bikeshare partners have taken steps to increase their cleaning protocols during COVID-19. The tech giant also alerts the cyclist to to learn about the latest safety measures their local bikeshare partner is practising. At the same time, it also request the cyclists to follow local health and safety guidelines.
Meanwhile, Google has also reported that the worldwide search interest for “bike repair near me” hit an all-time high in the month of July—more than double what it was during the same period last year.
Mind you! Google had introduced biking directions in Google Maps ten years ago and now it’s available in nearly 30 countries around the world and millions of people use it every day.
HP has now unveiled new OMEN Laptops and accessories, updates to OMEN Command Center and introduced the first 16-inch Pavilion Gaming laptop to enable today’s gamer to play their best while pushing the limits of what their devices can do. With this, HP offers “First of its kind” hardware technologies in the industry to offer unmatched power without any compromise.
Stating that as people are spending more time at home uncovering new avenues for both entertainment and general well-being, Vickram Bedi, Senior Director, Personal Systems, HP India Market, said, “HP continues to push progression in gaming by growing and evolving the ecosystem with enhanced experiences through broad gaming portfolio. We understand that in gaming, no one size fits all and hence our award winning OMEN series along with Pavilion Gaming 16 truly caters to different set of audience based on their requirements.”
The newest OMEN line-up brings together an ecosystem of hardware and software to help today’s gamers feel connected and entertained. The OMEN 15 is smallest 15-inch portable gaming laptop with an 8 percent shorter and 11 percent thinner frame. The latest OMEN 15, featuring a redesigned chassis with a smallest 15-inch gaming laptop footprint in the industry, offers minimalist aesthetics and includes the new OMEN diamond logo in a blue to green gradient. The laptop comes in both Mica Silver and Shadow Black with optional full RGB per-key lighting. The OMEN 15 (Intel) is available at a starting price of Rs 79,999, while OMEN 15 (AMD) comes at a starting price of 75,999.
In addition, OMEN 15 gaming laptop delivers graphics with up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super with MAX-Q Design4.5. Power through games with desktop caliber performance up to 10th Gen Intel Core i7 H-series processors6 or experience AMD’s CPU debut on an OMEN laptop with up to AMD Ryzen 7 H-series processors7, as well as up to 32 GB DDR4 RAM8 to make multi-tasking a breeze. The laptop comes with a wide variety of storage options, including up to 1 TB PCIe SSD supporting RAID 010 for blazing load speeds. The 15-inch HP’s OMEN 15 gaming laptop is supported by a new 180-degree flat hinge design for increased stability during those hectic gaming sessions, with options up to OLED, or FHD 300 Hz11 and NVIDIA G-SYNC technology on select configurations. In OMEN 15, OMEN Tempest Cooling Technology keeps things super chill with enlarged vent openings and up to a 12 V fan13 which utilizes the three-sided venting to enable five-way airflow and push this laptop towards desktop-level CPU performance.
Furthermore, OMEN 15 maximize productivity during media consumption and browsing with the Graphics Switcher via OMEN Command Center3 that enables a hybrid setting for battery life up to 12.5 hours. Performance customization evolves thanks to Performance Control14 within OMEN Command Center to more easily control thermals and fan speed and includes a performance mode – yielding a 17 percent CPU and GPU power boost.
On the other hand, the OMEN Vector Mouse feature sensors co-developed with PixArt, designed for ultimate comfort during long gaming sessions with ergonomic lightweight designs, textured rubber grips, and HP OMEN Command Center integration. OMEN Vector Mouse is available at Rs 3,999. Featuring the esports grade OMEN Radar 3 sensor, OMEN Vector Mouse supports up to 16,000 dpi with 99 percent accuracy, 400 IPS, acceleration, and self-calibration. This mouse is built to win with Omron switches offering a 50 million click lifespan and a snag-proof braided cable15. Throw weight around and optimize control with the OMEN Vector Mouse with up to 25 g of weight that can be adjusted within a special compartment on the bottom.
HP has also unveiled the new HP Pavilion Gaming 16 laptop which is the company’s first ever 16” diagonal gaming PC. It features up to 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor6 and up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660Ti graphics within a sleek angular black chassis. Micro-edge bezels and IPS-level display at 1080p help make games pop off the screen15. Designed for reliable gaming and creating content, this highly portable device is the first Pavilion Gaming laptop to include HP OMEN Command Center and is equipped with a Wi-Fi 6 option19 to keep a reliable connection when playing from the desk to the couch. HP Pavilion Gaming 16 (Intel) is available at a starting price of Rs 70,999, while the pavilion gaming 16 (AMD) is available at a starting price of Rs 59,999.
In order to enhance creativity and artistic aspirations in photography enthusiasts, Nikon India Pvt. Ltd. has now launched the new Nikon Z 5 with NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 to complement your creative pursuits.
The new Nikon Z 5 and NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 target creators who desire an optimal and compact equipment with bespoke content quality and functionality. These cameras are the perfect blend for those, seeking highly-portable equipment and want to use it in a variety of situations which allows them to achieve high quality, social media ready images and videos.
Stating that the Nikon Z 5 with NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 is a perfect blend for content creators & enthusiasts to elevate their artistic aspirations, Sajjan Kumar, Manging Director – Nikon India, said, “The new entrant produces high quality images & videos that captures the essence of their stories that can be shared with the world. Creators are bound to enjoy the camera’s robust and durable body as it features dust- and drip-resistance, useful for anytime and anywhere inspiration in any scenario.”
The Nikon Z 5 is compact and lightweight, allowing users to move freely as the camera only weighs approximately 675g. Capture stills and videos beautifully in lowlight scenes and render details sharply even with handheld shooting, camera shake is accurately detected and compensated to provide optimal effect with its 5-axis in-camera Vibration Reduction (VR) of up to 5.0 stops. Get to choose between two VR mode options to meet your shooting needs: NORMAL mode when you are looking to capture still subjects and SPORT mode for moving subjects. In addition, the VR unit is designed with a lock structure feature to prevent the image sensor from damage caused by shaking.
Moreover, the Nikon Z 5 camera has a customisable “i-Menu” that provides shortcuts to frequently used settings in one interface. The camera is made versatile and can store creations more effectively with its double SD memory card slots.
Additionally, the Nikon Z 5 camera has 20 different types of Creative Picture Control that can work like your favourite app filters. The camera supports long hours owing to its battery’s new increased capacity. The camera can be charged on the go as it allows for USB charging and using the USB connectivity to a power bank6 as a continuous power supply.
On the other hand, Nikon’s NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 has a compact body is the shortest and lightest among full-frame format zoom lens for mirrorless cameras. It weighs at approximately 195g and features a button-less retractable mechanism being the slimmest at only 51mm. The focus-breathing reduction feature of NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 will help to reduce shifting the angle of view when adjusting your focus for a good shot.
As far as availability and price are concerned, the new Nikon Z 5 and NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 will be available in combinations from Nikon authorized retailers starting August 27. The Z 5 body only will come with a price tag of Rs 113,995, while the NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 body only is Rs 39,995. On the other hand, the Z 5 Kit with NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 Lens will be available for Rs 136,995, while the Z 5 Kit with NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 Lens to be sold for Rs 171,995 and the Z 5 Kit with NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens will come for Rs 158,995.
Fresh from the grand success of its popular Smart 3 Plus, Infinix has now launched its successor, Smart 4 Plus, in India. The newly-launched smartphone is the first in the sub 8k segment to come with a 6000mAh battery capacity. Mind you! Infinix Smart 4 Plus will be available exclusively on Flipkart for Rs 7999 starting July 28. It will come in three colours- Ocean Wave, Voilet and Midnight Black.
Stating that launching something as efficient as the Smart 4 Plus that comes with a big battery and a bigger screen is the need of the hour, Anish Kapoor, CEO, Infinix India, said, “We at Infinix identified the pain points of the users to introduce this device for the masses to give an uninterrupted and immersive mobile viewing experience at the same time. I am confident that this device will resonate with all the people for whom WFH (work from home) is the new normal and also to those whose screen time has increased drastically, Smart 4 Plus truly embodies the spirit of our belief Ab Rukna Nahi”.
Along with AI Smart power saving which gives a two day power back-up to the device, Infinix Smart 4 Plus’ big battery a standby time of 31 days that delivers up to 23 hours of nonstop video playback, 38 hours of 4G talktime, 44 hours of music playback, 23 hours of web surfing and 13 hours of gaming.
On the camera front, Infinix Smart 4 Plus comes equipped with a 13MP AI dual Rear camera that has a triple LED flash along with an f/1.8 large aperture. The smartphone also features an 8MP selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture, AI-driven beauty mode and multiple camera modes such as portrait and wide selfie. A cutting-edge AI framework boosts the camera capabilities of the phone, enabling Auto Scene detection from 10 different modes to adjust the image accordingly. Additionally, the rear camera is also equipped with AI HDR+ composition for an exceptional exposure along with a 3D body shaping feature.
As far as display and sound are concerned, Infinix Smart 4 Plus smartphone comes with a 6.82-inch HD+ Drop Notch display and 90.3 percent screen to body ratio long with a brightness of 480 for an engaging entertainment. Moreover, it features a powerful audio experience enabled by DTS Surround Sound in four modes for maximum engagement.
Powered by Helio A25 Octa Core processor with 3GB RAM/32 GB storage, Infinix Smart 4 Plus smartphone operates on Android XOS 6.2 Dolphin. The chipset supports advanced smartphone features such as fingerprint/face unlock for enhanced security along with VoWiFi/ VoLTE support for a seamless experience while streaming videos online or playing multiplayer games. Furthermore, it also features a dedicated 3-in-1 SD card slot for expanding the memory upto 256GB along with 2.5D curved glass unibody finish.
Finally its official that realme 6i smartphone is set to launch in India at 12:30 PM on 24th July. Featuring MediaTek Helio G90T Processor, which among the fastest processors in the segment, realmi 6i smartphone aims to deliver powerful performance.
An official teaser on Flipkart has revealed that this latest addition to realme 6-series will deliver powerful performance as realme 6i smartphone comes fitted with MediaTek Helio G60T Gaming Processor. It further showcases that MediaTek Helip G60T processor has bagged the highest AnTuTu score in the Helio chipset segment which is over 291,000. This teaser of realme 6i also provides an insight that probably this smartphone will be available for purchase on Flipkart.
As far as price is concerned, realmi 6i is already available in Europe and is being sold at a price point of €19,990 (which translates to approximately INR 17099.25). It is likely that this handset would fall under-Rs 20,000 category in India.
Looking at the other specifications, realmi 6i is fitted with a 48MP AI Quad camera system. quad camera system, each camera of which is carried out its respective function and collaborated closely with others, resulting in a striking photo experience and fun. Particularly, the ultimately clear 48MP main camera helps produce clear and beautiful photos. It carries 119-degree Ultra wide-angle lens, 48MP primary camera, B&W portrait lens and 4cm macro lens. On the front, it carries a 16MP super clear selfie camera that uses intelligent four-in-one pixel technology so that your every selfies will be distinct. Meanwhile, realme exclusive AI Beauty algorithm can smartly recognize faces and customize beauty effects.
As far as battery is concerned, realme claims that the 5000mAh battery provide this smartphone with the longest battery life. Featuring triple safety protection, the safety test covers every piece of the interior of the battery and charger of realme 6i. Quick Charge, one of the most popular features for realme phone, is also considered in realme 6i. 18W Quick Charge and a 9V/2A charging kit further raise the charging speed and reduce the charging time.
Furthermore, the realme 6i smartphone is equipped with a huge fullscreen, giving you an immersive experience when watching videos or playing games. Moreover, the 20:9 screen ratio makes the phone slimmer and more information-loaded. In addition, the classic realme 6i 3-card slot design simultaneously supports two SIM cards and one Micro-SD card, allowing to customize your storage while enjoying dual-card use.
We will bring you more updates once the device gets launched in India. Stay tuned!
Redmi Note 9 is the latest entrant in the market under the budget segment in India. The device comes with a quad rear camera set up, a hole punch design display and a 5,020mAh battery. The price of the device has been set at Rs for the base variant. In this price category, the company offers other devices such as Redmi Note 9 Pro and Redmi Note 8. So today we are going to compare all the three devices to help you decide which among the three devices is the best buy. So, let’s get down to it.
Redmi Note 9: 48-megapixel Samsung GM1 main sensor, a secondary 8-megapixel ultrawide angle sensor, a 2-megapixel macro lens and lastly a 2-megapixel depth sensor.
Redmi Note 9 Pro: 48-megapixel primary sensor further supported by an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with 120 degrees of FOV, a 5-megapixel macro lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor
Redmi Note 8: 48MP+ 8MP+ 2MP
Selfie camera
Redmi Note 9: 13-megapixel
Redmi Note 9 Pro: a 16- megapixel camera
Redmi Note 8: 13MP
RAM and storage
Redmi Note 9: 4GB RAM with 64GB storage, 6GB RAM with 128GB storage and 6GB RAM with 128GB storage
Redmi Note 9: MIUI custom skin on top of Android 10 OS
Redmi Note 9 Pro: MIUI 11 based on top of Android 10
Redmi Note 8: Android 9 Pie
Price
Redmi Note 9: Rs 11,999
Redmi Note 9 Pro: Rs 12,999 upwards
Redmi Note 8: Rs 12,999
Our Take
Redmi Note 9 Pro and Note 8 comes with similar pricing but Redmi Note 9 is a bit cheaper than both the devices. But in terms of specifications, the biggest difference is the processor. The Pro variant has the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G processor that comes with the country’s first navigation system ‘NavIC’ that the MediaTek Helio G85 chipset does not offer. In addition to this, the resolution of the front camera is also higher than the vanilla variant but the rear camera details are just similar. In short, we would say Note 9 Pro is powerful among the three smartphones. If pricing is your bigger concern then you can go for Note 9 else ours pick is Note 9 Pro.
Augmented Reality (AR) trends are redefining technology. Now get set to watch the world’s first smartphone launch done entirely in AR on June 21 at 7:30 pm IST. Yes, the much-awaited OnePlus Nord smartphone launch event will be done in AR.
OnePlus has been working on this AR launch for a while now. Naturally, the best way to experience the smartphone on July 21 is with the OnePlus Nord AR App. However, the company claims that as it has understood not all of devices support the app, therefore it has partnered with a little YouTuber you might have heard of – Unbox Therapy – who will be live streaming the entire Nord launch on YouTube, and the OnePlus Nord AR page.
Besides Unbox Therapy, OnePlus has also collaborated with content creators in France, Germany, Spain, and Italy who will also be live streaming the Nord launch in their respective languages. Here’s a full list with links to their live stream platforms:
Jojol (French) – YouTube
AlexiBexi (German) – Twitch
Topes de Gama (Spanish) – YouTube
Andreagaleazzi (Italian) – YouTube
According to Carl Pie, co-founder of OnePlus, “The rest of the Nord team and I are incredibly excited to make history with you. But before all that, we just wanted to outline exactly how this AR launch is going to work. We felt this was necessary because, well, the world has never seen a new smartphone like this before.”
Carl further added that to experience Nord on July 21, there’s a few things you need to do beforehand.
Download the OnePlus Nord AR App, available from both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store
Create your avatar (or skip this if you’re boring)
Wait until July 21 for the full experience
On the other hand, Carl added that those OnePlus fans who have Nord AR Cardboard can kickstart their AR experience before July 21, though. They simply need to follow these steps:
Pull out the cardboard phone tucked away in your limited physical invite
Scan its QR code using your device’s native camera app (if you’re using a device running Android 9.0 or newer), or any other app that can scan QR codes
View the live countdown to the OnePlus Nord smartphone AR launch
Mind you! OnePlus notified that if you don’t have the Nord AR Cardboard, you can always make your own, then follow the steps mentioned above to watch OnePlus Nord smartphone launch.
In order to make your own Nord AR Cardboard, all you need to do is follow these five DIY steps:
Ensure you print the document to scale and in colour
Print it (the thicker the paper the better)
Feel free to stick the printed image to a piece of cardboard
Enjoy the full Nord AR experience!
OnePlus, then, added, “Once you’ve printed your Nord AR Cardboard, scan the QR code to download the Nord AR App available from both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.”
Stay tuned for more updates on OnePlus Nord once it gets launched.
