Confirmed: Poco to launch Poco X2 in India on February 4

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Confirmed: Poco to launch Poco X2 in India on February 4

Xiaomi is soon coming up with a new smartphone in India. The smartphone will be launched under its sub-brand Poco, which the company is slating as a stand-alone brand with the new3 launch. The device will be called Poco X2 as teased by the company that will be introduced on February 4. The company has also started sending out media invites for the launch event that will be hosted in Delhi. The upcoming handset also said to be a rebranded version of Redmi K30 4G. 

As per the e-commerce website, Flipkart’s teaser Poco X2 will be unveiled early next month on February 4 at 12 noon. The company also tweeted about the launch date on its official Twitter account. The microsite, however, does not reveal much about it.

Whereas Poco’s official website reveals that the device will come with extreme refresh rate as well as extreme gaming. Moreover, the handset will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chipset. There are lots of speculations that Poco’s next smartphone will be Poco F2, but now it has officially been announced that their next device to come with the name Poco X2.

Not many details have been shared by the company, but as per Geekbench’s listing, Poco X2 will run Android 10 out of the box and will be powered by Qualcomm Sapdrand 730G chipset that we have already seen on Redmi K30 that was launched in China last year in December. Whereas other reports suggest that Poco X2 is the rebranded variant of Redmi K30. If all the reports are to be believed then we already know what the upcoming phone will be offering to the customers.

To recall Redmi launched the Redmi K30 4G model in its home market in December. Now Poco will be launching in India as the rebranded version of K30 that might come with a 6.67-inch full-HD+ hole-punch display with a 20:9 aspect ratio and 1,080×2,400 pixels of resolution. The device will run on MIUI 11 skin on top of Android 10. Poco X2 will be powered by Snapdragon 730G. It packs a 4,500mAh battery supported by a 27W fast charger.

In terms of camera capabilities, Poco X2 might carry a quad rear camera setup consisting of Sony IMX686 64-megapixel camera sensor, 5-megapixel macro lens, a 2-megapixel depth sensor and an 8-megapixel wide-angle lens. While on the front there will be a dual front camera set up with a 5-megapixel and 2-megapixel camera sensor.

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Motorola new smartphone to come with Stylus Pen, leaked renders reveal

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Motorola new smartphone to come with Stylus Pen, leaked renders reveal

Lenovo owned company Motorola is working on a new device that is said to come with a Stylus pen. As per reports and a Canadian site the phone is stated to be known as MotoG Stylus. It is also expected that the company will soon be unveiling the smartphone in the coming weeks. While on the other hand, a tipster has revealed that Motorola seems to be working on it’s another high-end smartphone that could also be called Edge+. The tipster also leaked the renders of the said smartphone.

As per the leaked renders shared by a famous tipster Evan Blass via its Twitter account, a new Motorola device will come equipped with a Stylus.  However, the tipster did not share any other details with regard to the smartphone but as per the leaked renders, the handset will have slim side bezels, a slightly thicker chin and curved edges. Moreover, it will have a punch-hole camera on the top left corner of the display screen.

Also the stylus does not have a  pressure-sensitive tip similar to S Pen provided by Samsung with Galaxy Note 10 series. However, this could be the company’s first-ever smartphone that will come equipped with a Stylus Pen. The leakster also hinted that this phone could be Motorola Edge+ and would be heading to Verizon. 

While on the other hand according to a  Canadian Government website Radio Equipment List a new  Moto G Stylus in the pipeline to carry a model number XT2043-4. The smartphone has been approved by the authority earlier this month and has also been spotted on US Federal Communications Commission carrying a similar model number.  

To recall last year Motorola launched Moto G7 in the month of February. So this time also it is expected that the company will also be unveiling a new smartphone very soon. So we need to wait until the company reveals any details about its upcoming smartphone.

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Skullcandy is hosting Republic Day Sale, offering up to 60 percent discount on its audio products

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Skullcandy is hosting Republic Day Sale, offering up to 60 percent discount on its audio products

All the electronics brands and e-commerce websites have announced their respective sale on the occasion of Republic Day. Now Skullcandy has also announced its Republic Day Sale on its official website. The sale will have already gone live and will go on till 31 January.  The company will be offering discounts up to 60 percent on selected products as well as merchandise. During the sale the company will be offering products like Crusher wireless, Venue, Ink’d wireless and many more products at discounted prices along with Skullcandy goodies bags and caps.

Skullcandy is hosting Republic Day Sale on its official website that will end on January 31. During the sale period, there will a 49 percent discount on Uproar BT. As the name suggests these are Bluetooth wireless headphones that comes with an on-ear cushion and offers 10 hours of battery life. Icon Wireless on-ear headphones can be purchased at 40 percent off. The original price of the headphones is Rs 4,999 but after the discount, it can be purchased at Rs 2,999. It comes with 10 hours of battery life, touch controls and active assistant.

Jib-plus active wireless earbuds comes with a price tag of Rs 3,999 but after getting 38 percent off they can be bought at Rs 2,499. These comes with 8 hours of battery life, active assistant and IPX splash and water-resistant feature.

Skullcandy Hesh 3

Hesh 3  wireless over-ear headphones can now be purchased at Rs 6,999. Earlier it was priced at Rs 9999. Whereas Crusher Wireless Immersive Bass Headphones which were earlier priced at Rs 12,999 is now available at Rs 9990. The company is offering 23 percent off on the device. Other audio products such as Push Truly wireless earbuds, Ink’d plus earbuds, Hesh 2 over-ear wireless headphones and many more items can be purchased at discounted prices

The company will be offering a 10 percent discount on its digital watch it can be purchased at Rs 1799. Other miscellaneous items like Socks are now available at Rs 1099. There will be a 62 percent discount on Caps and a 40 percent discount on Bags.

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Huawei Band 4 with colour display launched in India

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Huawei Band 4 with colour display launched in India

The Chinese tech giant Huawei announced the launch of Huawei Band 4 in India. To recall prior to its launch in the country the company introduced the smart band in China last year in October. The wearable comes with various features such as sports assistant, music control as well as camera control option. The newly launched fitness band is now up for sale and is now available on Flipkart. Read on to know more about the smart band.

Huawei Band 4 pricing and availability details

Huawei Band 4 has been launched in India and it carries a price tag of Rs 1,999. The wearable comes in a single colour variant of Graphite Black colour. However, the Chinese company has not disclosed when it will go on sale in the country but the smart band will be available for purchase via e-commerce platform Flipkart and the Notify me page is live now. 

Huawei Band 4 specifications and features

Huawei Band 4 comes with a host of features such as fitness tracking and continuous heart rate monitoring based on the company’s own proprietary TrueSeen 3.5. The device comes with a 91mAh battery supported by built-in USB in line chargers that offer up to 9 days of battery life on a single charge. There is a glass 2.5D coloured touch screen with round edges along with an oleophobic coating. Additionally, there are 8 colourful watch faces in different styles of sports, cartoons, intelligence and many more. Also, 66 other watch faces are available on Huawei watch face store for different occasions and moods. 

Features on the Huawei smart band such as scientific heart rate, oxygen saturation and sleep monitoring helps the users to keep a track on their physical fitness all day. It monitors heart rate 24×7 moreover the sleep monitor can identify 6 most common sleep-related issues therefore offering more than 200 potential solutions as well as suggestions for better sleep.

Not only this, there are 9 exercise modes such as outdoor run, indoor run, outdoor walk, outdoor cycle, indoor cycle, free training, elliptical machine, rowing machine and indoor walk. The device is 5ATM water resistance that makes it a perfect workout companion even during the rain. 

In Addition to this Huawei Band 4 comes with other add on features like smart identification of cold calls, phone finder functionality, remote shutter capabilities, a smart clock and sedentary reminder alarms that ensure user’s safety.

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Apple argues with the European Commission to keep the lightning port instead of a common charger

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Apple argues with the European Commission to keep the lightning port instead of a common charger

For quite a long time the European Parliament has been urging the European Commission to ask all the technology giants to take up the common charging method. To oppose Apple stood against the commission that says this would hold up innovation. This move will affect the company as many of its devices use lightning cable. While on the other hand, the majority of Android devices use USB Type-C connectors. 

This move came in order to cut down on electronic waste that is created by so many different types of cables in the market. This generates more than 51,000 tonnes of waste in a year. According to the parliamentarians, this hugely affects the environment and a common charger should fit all mobile phones, tablets, e-book readers and other portable devices. Until 2009 there were more than 30 types of chargers in the market which has been reduced to three after an MOU signed in 2009 by top tech giants Apple, Nokia along Samsung. 

All three tech giants took the pledge to provide micro-USB appropriate chargers to its customers. Apple took advantage of a loophole and continued to use their own chargers while providing its own charger. But again in 2014, the commission passed the Radio Equipment Directive that asked the companies to develop a common charger. To this Apple urged that its sleek devices would not be compatible with USB C technology and this would cost the company up to $2 billion in order to meet the standard. 

In order to keep the lightning port, the company now says that call for a common charger would restrict the innovation and would create more electronics waste by producing Lightning-compatible accessories. 

The tech giant Apple said, “We believe regulation that forces conformity across the type of connector built into all smartphones stifles innovation rather than encouraging it, and would harm consumers in Europe and the economy as a whole. We hope the (European) Commission will continue to seek a solution that does not restrict the industry’s ability to innovate.” 

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After Wireless earbuds, Blaupunkt has launched a new portable party speaker

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After Wireless earbuds, Blaupunkt has launched a new portable party speaker

Blaupunkt recently added a product to their growing portfolio, the Boombox BB35. The Boombox BB35 is a portable speaker equipped to supply music at parties and events. The device promises good and deep bass support. The German brand has designed the speakers in such a way that the woofers are complimented by dual passive radiators which promise better delivery of sound.

The speakers are also supportive of True Wireless Connectivity, which will let two Boombox BB35s function as one, doubling the performance output and listening experience. The device has a range of 10 meters, so the speakers are equipped to continue providing music even when at a distance from the music streaming device through Bluetooth. The speakers are supportive of normal connectivity options like Aux, SD, FM and USB.

The BB35 carries a battery of 3000 mAh and has support for fast charging. The company promises a playtime of up to 7 hours from a full charge. The device is designed to look trendy all at a price of Rs 3999.

 The speaker comes with a boatload of features. The company promises that the device is capable of producing concert-like sound with deep rich bass. The device is also equipped for true wireless connectivity. The speakers have a rating of IPX5, which lets the speakers function safely even when next to water sources. The battery of the BB35 is made to last a long while to let users enjoy long streaming of content. The speakers also come with changing coloured lights that can be turned on and off at the comfort of the user. The device is Bluetooth compatible with android and iOS devices, the speakers come with the ability to pair fast to give a clear sound experience.

Mr Sukhesh Madaan, the CEO of Blaupunkt Audio India said “Blaupunkt is expanding its product portfolio in India and Party speaker is one of the most important category for us along with Soundbar & True Wireless Earphones. The new launch of the wireless party speakers is in sync with the expansion of product portfolio and targets the millennial, music enthusiasts and their requirements. We are confident that our latest product offering – BB35 Boombox will captivate audience and create a market space.”

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Amazon Music acquires a customer base of more than 55 million monthly users

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Amazon Music acquires a customer base of more than 55 million monthly users

Amazon Music is growing leaps and bounds. Industry reports claim that Amazon’s music service has surpassed over 55 million users. Amazon Music is competing with big names in the music streaming industry like Spotify and Apple Music. Spotify recently made news that they have over 113 million premium subscribers with over 248 million users every month sometime in 2019. Apple music similarly reported a subscriber list of over 60 million users.

Amazon Music, however, has a hidden USP that might enable it to power over its competitors, that is their variety in plans. Amazon Music does not restrict users choice by making fixed options liked a paid version and a free version for users to choose from and instead includes a wide variety of combinations and services that gets users to utilise the music streaming service. Amazon Music is an essential part of benefits to Amazon Prime members and is Amazon’s voice assistant Alexa’s music streaming companion.

Amazon Music is currently offered to users in the form of Amazon Music HD, Amazon Music Unlimited, Amazon Music from Prime and free Amazon Music. Amazon Music HD is currently available in certain locations worldwide at a premium subscription rate of 14.99 USD (around Rs 1070) and 12.99 USD (around Rs925) for Amazon Prime users while Amazon Music unlimited starts at a price competitive to Spotify and Apple Music at a monthly price of 9.99 USD (around Rs 710) and is available at a discounted price of 7.99 USD (around Rs570) for Amazon Prime subscribers.

Meanwhile, Amazon Music also has a single device plan in the form of Amazon Music for supported Amazon Echo and Fire TV devices at a price of 3.99 USD (around Rs285) per month. Users get access to the same database to listen to songs from but are restricted to streaming music on a specific device only. Amazon Prime users, on the other hand, get access to over two million songs to choose from if they have an active Prime membership, this service lets users listen to ad-free music streamed on any device that runs and has access to their Amazon Prime account.

Finally, users can also use Amazon Music on the free version, which runs with ads. Here users get access to the application’s wide database of songs, however, they will be interrupted by advertisements while streaming music.

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Compare: Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite VS Samsung Galaxy S10

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Compare: Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite VS Samsung Galaxy S10

Samsung Galaxy S series is expanding. The company today added another new smartphone in the lineup by launching Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite. The device comes with an Infinity-O Display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor and a 4,500mAh battery. The phone is another new variant of the Galaxy S10 which already has Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10+. So today we are going to compare it with Galaxy S10 Lite. If you were planning to buy the predecessor then we would suggest you take a look at our comparison first. 

Display

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite:  6.7-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-O Display 

Samsung Galaxy S10: 6.1-inch QHD+ Curved Dynamic AMOLED Infinity-O display

Processor

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor 

Samsung Galaxy S10: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 SoC or Samsung Exynos 9820 SoC

Rear camera(s)

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite:  48-megapixel primary sensor with f/2.0 aperture, a 12-megapixel secondary camera with the ultra-wide-angle lens also f/2.2 aperture and a 5-megapixel tertiary sensor with a macro lens and f/2.2 aperture

Samsung Galaxy S10: 12MP wide-angle camera paired with 2PD autofocus and f/1.5 to f/2.4 variable aperture + 12MP telephoto sensor with autofocus and f/2.4 aperture + 16MP ultra-wide lens with fixed focus and an f/2.2 aperture

Selfie camera

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite: 32-megapixel

Samsung Galaxy S10: 10MP sensor with 2PD autofocus and f/1.9 aperture

RAM and storage

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite: 8GB of RAM with 128GB of internal storage

Samsung Galaxy S10: 8GB RAM + 128GB or 512GB storage options

Battery

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite: 4,500mAh

Samsung Galaxy S10: 3,400mAh

Operating system

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite: One UI 2.0 on top of Android 10

Samsung Galaxy S10: Android 9 Pie skinned with Samsung One UI

Price

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite: Rs 39,999

Samsung Galaxy S10: Rs 54,900

Our Take

If we put together both the phones Galaxy S10 Lite has a much larger screen than S10. It comes with a 6.7-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-O Display whereas Galaxy S10 has a 6.1-inch QHD+ Curved Dynamic AMOLED Infinity-O display. The newly launched phone has a bigger battery and the price is much lesser than S10. But if you want a phone with a better camera then you should go for Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite

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This is how Microsoft plans to curb future database security breach, after the recent security scare

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This is how Microsoft plans to curb future database security breach, after the recent security scare

Database security breach is something that millions of Internet users are worried about. The latest news comes from Microsoft which reported that about 250 million Customer Service and Support (CSS) records was “accidently” exposed on the web.

The leaked database information contained details of conversations between Microsoft support agents and customers from across the globe since 2005 up till December 2019. As per insiders, the data exposed could have been accessed by anyone via a web browser as there was no need to key in the password or any authentication code.

On December 28, it was Bob Diachenko, a security researcher with Comparitech, who first found out the database has been compromised. The very next day, he reported the same issue to Microsoft resulting in immediate action by the US-based technology major. The engineers remediated the configuration on December 31, 2019 to restrict the database and prevent unauthorized access.

As the investigation into a misconfiguration of an internal customer support database used for Microsoft support case analytics has come to an end, the tech giant has announced that there was no malicious use of the information.

“Our investigation confirmed that the vast majority of records were cleared of personal information in accordance with our standard practices. In some scenarios, the data may have remained unredacted if it met specific conditions,”

“We want to sincerely apologize and reassure our customers that we are taking it seriously and working diligently to learn and take action to prevent any future reoccurrence. We also want to thank the researcher, Bob Diachenko, for working closely with us so that we were able to quickly fix this misconfiguration, investigate the situation, and begin notifying customers as appropriate,” Ann Johnson, Corporate Vice President – Cybersecurity Solutions Group and Eric Doerr, General Manager – Microsoft Security Response Center said in a blog post.

In order to prevent any future occurrences of database misuse, Microsoft charted out following measures to take the issue head on:

  • Auditing the established network security rules for internal resources
  • Expanding the scope of the mechanisms that detect security rule misconfigurations
  • Adding additional alerting to service teams when security rule misconfigurations are detected
  • Implementing additional redaction automation

Emphasising on the fact that misconfigurations are unfortunately a common error across the industry, the officials added, “We have solutions to help prevent this kind of mistake, but unfortunately, they were not enabled for this database. As we’ve learned, it is good to periodically review your own configurations and ensure you are taking advantage of all protections available.”

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MG Motor’s ZS EV: India’s first electric internet SUV now comes at Rs 19.88 lakh

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MG Motor’s ZS EV: India’s first electric internet SUV now comes at Rs 19.88 lakh

In today’s fast-paced world, having a car that can provide high-speed connectivity along with all the comfort is nothing less than icing on the cake. MG (Morris Garages) Motor India has lifted curtains off its ZS EV at Rs 19.88 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi), for customers who have booked the car before midnight on 17th January 2020. While the ZS EV Excite can be taken home for Rs 20.88 lakh, the ZS EV Exclusive comes with a price tag of Rs 23.58 lakh.

Looking at the specifications, the carmaker shared that it “has introduced the MG eShield, which provides privately-registered customers with a free-of-charge 5-year manufacturer warranty for unlimited kilometres on the car and 8 years/150k km warranty on the battery.” The electric Internet SUV Each ZS EV carries an on-board cable to charge the vehicle anywhere, anytime.

For a period of 5 years for privately-registered cars, MG Motors claims to be offering round-the-clock roadside assistance (RSA) along with 5 labour-free services. The ZS EV comes at a running cost of sub-Re 1 per km. In addition to this, you can even get maintenance packages for 3 years for paying Rs 7,700 extra.

“The ZS EV is a globally-successful product that operates at the intersection of an EV’s sustainability, an SUV’s practicality, and a sports car’s performance. It comes with best-in-class features and tech capabilities at a compelling price point,” said Rajeev Chaba, President and MD – MG Motor India.

“We are confident that this unprecedented value proposition will incentivise more consumers across India to go electric. We will continue to strengthen the Indian EV landscape, as we offer the best of EV technology and act as the catalyst for the country’s nascent EV market by providing a complete, end-to-end ecosystem,” added Chaba.

In order to accelerate the adoption of eco-friendly and next-generation mobility solutions, MG Motor India is constructing a 5-way EV charging ecosystem in partnership with domain-leading players for bring an EV revolution in the country.

MG Motor’s ZS EV will hit the streets across Delhi/NCR, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad, starting January 27.

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Fujifilm announces the successor of the X-T100: The Fujifilm X-T200

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Fujifilm announces the successor of the X-T100: The Fujifilm X-T200

The most recent addition to Fujifilm’s range of devices is the Fujifilm X-T200, this device is the successor of the Fujifilm X-T100, a mirrorless camera that was released in 2018. The Fujifilm X-T200 is similar in look to the X-T100 with a display that can be tilted out. The Fujifilm X-T200 is the company’s latest entry-level model and comes with an electronic viewfinder.

The Fujifilm X-T200 has a 24-megapixel APS-C sensor and is enabled for better autofocus performance because of the built-in full phase-detection coverage. The camera has additional gyro sensors, which helps the camera in a variety of functions like video stabilisation. The camera also supports HD Resolution and videos of 1080p at the speed of 120 frames per second. The device’s 4K video option, however, has improved to 30 frames per second, a great improvement on the Fujifilm X-T100 offers 15 frames per second only.

The X-T200 is lighter and equipped to perform better than the previous device released in the product line by the company. The X-T200 is priced at 699.95 USD or close to Rs 49,900 for the body, and is available at an upgrade with a power zoom lens at a price of 799.95 USD or around Rs 57,000. The camera will be available in three colours of silver, dark silver and champagne. The device is scheduled to be released late February of 2020. It might come to Indian shores as well.

The company recently made news by announcing their cheapest prime lens, which is compatible to the X-T200. The X-mount prime lens will cost potential buyers a sum of 199 USD or around Rs 14,250.

Fujifilm recently launched the Fujifilm Projector Z5000 in India. The project supports omnidirectional image projection without the need to move the actual device. The device is equipped with a folded two axial rotatable lens that is capable of directing the lens up, down, front, rear, left and right in order to project images the images in any direction. The users are also allowed to project images on the ceiling as well as on the floor. It can also project images in portrait as well as landscape mode. The pricing of the projector in India is TBA.

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SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go Type C Review: Free up mobile space with ease

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SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go Type C Review: Free up mobile space with ease

We have seen a number of devices coming month after month that can transfer files from the mobile on to a USB flash drive without the need of a computer. The experts in the field are SanDisk who have brought a new Dual Drive that can transfer files from a mobile device to the USB storage effortlessly. This is our review of the SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go Type C.

Design

The SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go Type C comes in a simple packaging like the rest of the series and storage cards. We always support less use of plastic and biodegradable materials, and SanDisk gets additional marks for doing that. However, there is still a bit of single-use plastic in the packaging. Moving on, out of the case the SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go Type C looks like a regular USB flash drive. However, it comes with a swivel head that rotates to protect either side.SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive

One side has the USB Type-C connector and the other side has the USB 3.1 port. One is for the PC and other is for to get files directly from a mobile device or smartphones that have a USB Type-C port. The cavity in the swivel head is a good addition, as it allows users to carry it in the key chain and one would not lose it so easily. SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go Type C is available in just one colour, black, with SanDisk branding written on top of it in silver.

SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go Type C Performance

The one SanDisk sent to us for review is the 64GB version. There are 32 and 128GB versions also available in India. As usual, we ran it through the test bench. To transfer files easily from the mobile, one has to install SanDisk memory zone app on the mobile for it to work. Before we transferred from the mobile we ran a benchmark on it on the PC. It did well here. On HD Tune test we got read speeds of up to 151MBPS and write speed of up to 41MBPS. We achieved this on a USB 3.1 port; if you are on USB 2.0 port the speed will reduce considerably.SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go Type C benchmark

But the real test lies when transferring from the mobile phone. The app is easy to install and consumers can almost instantaneously transfer files from the mobile device to the flash drive. We sent a 1GB file from the smartphone to the SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go Type C and it transferred in under 30 seconds. Through the app, users can also take automatic backups which start as soon as the drive is connected to the mobile device. We tested the app on a mid-range Android smartphone and the interface is minimal and easy to use. We faced no lag whatsoever.

Verdict

SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go Type C supports smartphones, tablets as well as computers with Type-C ports. It is a good option for people who want to take regular backups of their photos, videos or documents. Also, if you do not have a microSD card option in the smartphone, this drive is a good buy to transfer content quickly and free up much needed mobile space. As for the price, the SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go TypeC can be picked up for Rs 1,200 that is a bit steep.

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Fortnite’s most recent update on iOS devices bring an advantage to gamers on iPad Pro

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Fortnite’s most recent update on iOS devices bring an advantage to gamers on iPad Pro

The most recent update to the free to play game, Fortnite’s iOS version will let users who play the game on an iPad Pro run it at the speed of 120 frames per second on the device. This feature lets gamers use the device’s display which has the pro motion feature supporting a higher refresh rate and a smoother performance. Users can enable the speed of 120 frames per second in the settings screen of Fortnite.

However, users who enable the mode will get reduced visual quality and resolution, this is because the game’s visual settings fall to medium at the speed of 120 frames per second. The game’s other settings of high and epic are at 60 frames per second and 30 frames per second respectively.

An iPad Pro which runs Fortnite beats the gaming experience on gaming setups, which offer Fortnite like the PS4 and the Xbox One. These consoles only support the 60 frames per second mode. The latest v11.40.1 update also carries support for thumbstick buttons on devices running iOS 13 and higher.

Fortnite on iOS was first launched as a beta app and became a viral hit with gamers who prefer the Battle Royale mode it offers when compared to the Personal Computer and Gaming Console versions of Fortnite. The iOS application exclusively focuses on Player versus Player battles in the Battle Royale mode while the gaming console and desktop variants have a Save the World version player versus environment version. It is now one of the most played games giving stiff competition to PUBG Mobile and PC. There is news that PUBG user base is going down, while Fortnite’s user base is going up consistently. This is happening because Fortnite is bringing better and regular updates on all its platforms.

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Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra may come with 100x digital Zoom, Camera specification leaked

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Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra may come with 100x digital Zoom, Camera specification leaked

As we are inching closer to Samsung’s upcoming Unpacked Event that is slated to take place in San Francisco this February, eyes are set on the unveiling of the tech giant’s next-generation Galaxy S20 series. The latest leak by popular Twitter tipster Ishan Agrawal hints that the 5G Camera of Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra might support up to 100x zoom capability.

Looking at the leaked image, it appears that Samsung might place an additional periscope camera, which can zoom up to 100x, below the square-shaped frame that already carries three cameras and a flashlight. GSMArena reported, “The main module will house the new 108 MP primary camera, 12 MP ultra-wide camera and a Time of Flight (ToF) sensor.”

Another leak reported by XDA-Developers, which it credits the images to Max Weinbach, has put light that Samsung Galaxy S20 series might come without a headphone jack but will house an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner and 120Hz display.

Earlier this month, Samsung had lifted curtains off its new Galaxy S10 Lite and Galaxy Note10 Lite. These Galaxy Lite smartphones showcase latest camera technology, signature S Pen and a long-lasting battery.

“The Galaxy S and Galaxy Note devices have met consumer wants and demands around the world. These devices represent our continuous effort to deliver industry leading innovations, from performance and power to intelligence and services,” said DJ Koh, President and CEO of IT & Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics.

“The Galaxy S10 Lite and Galaxy Note10 Lite will introduce those distinct key premium features that make up a Galaxy S and Galaxy Note experience,” added Koh.

In order to lead the market in 5G innovation, Samsung is constantly coming improving the speed, performance and security of Galaxy 5G devices. This year, it is expected that the tech giant will come up with something new and exciting to change the way people watch TV, play games or talk with friends and family.

Other than Samsung, it’s rumoured that OnePlus might also introduce the 120Hz Display in its upcoming OnePlus 8 Pro smartphone at the MWC 2020 in Barcelona. The leaked screen shot of what it claims to be OnePlus 8 Pro smartphone showed that the mode selected 120Hz. Moreover, a disclaimer stating “the higher the screen refresh rate, the smoother the experience” can also be in seen in the leaked image.

Even a forum post on OnePlus website talk about the development of its next-generation 120Hz Fluid Display. “The spirit of ‘Never Settle’ is not about specs alone. The smoothest smartphone display must also be able to deliver a superior visual quality and viewing comfort. We’re sure that OnePlus’s new 120 Hz Fluid Display will be the best you’ll lay eyes on in 2020,” claims the post by Pete Lau, CEO of OnePlus.

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Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite with Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset launched in India

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Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite with Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset launched in India

The South Korean company Samsung announced the launch of Galaxy S10 Lite in India. The smartphone was earlier announced by the company earlier this month at CES 2020. The smartphone is now available for pre-booking also. The key highlights of the smartphone include Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset, triple rear camera with a  4,500mAh battery and an Infinity-O Display. Read on to know more about the smartphone specifications, pricing and availability. 

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite pricing and availability

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite has been launched in India today. The smartphone will be available in a single RAM and storage variant of 8GB RAM and 128GB storage at Rs 39,999. The device is now available for pre-bookings from 2 PM onwards. The newly launched mobile phone comes in three colour options of  Prism White, Prism Black, and Prism Blue. The phone will go on sale from February 4. 

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite

The launch offers include a one-time screen replacement at Rs 1,999 on the pre-bookings. This also includes accidental screen damage within one year of purchase along with an additional cashback of Rs 3000 through ICICI Bank credit cards.

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite specifications and features

Now talking about the specifications of the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite features a 6.7-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-O Display with 1,080×2,400 pixels of resolution. The phone runs on One UI 2.0 on top of Android 10. Under the hood, there is an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor coupled with 8GB of RAM with 128GB of internal storage. The storage is expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card. 

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite

In terms of photos and videos, Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite comes with a triple rear camera set up. The system includes a 48-megapixel primary sensor with f/2.0 aperture, a 12-megapixel secondary camera with the ultra-wide-angle lens also f/2.2 aperture and a 5-megapixel tertiary sensor with a macro lens and f/2.2 aperture. For selfies and video calling, there is a 32-megapixel front-facing camera.

The Samsung phone packs a battery with a capacity of 4,500mAh supported by a 25W fast charger that comes inside the box. Galaxy S10 Lite is also equipped with Game Booster and Performance monitor for a better gaming experience.

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Philips new Performance Range wireless headphone features Google Assistant

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Philips new Performance Range wireless headphone features Google Assistant

If you are looking for a headphone to enjoy soothing music or to have an amazing gaming session, Philips has expanded its Performance Range of wireless headphones. The electronics maker has announced the availability of its latest wireless ANC-enabled Bluetooth headphone TAPH805 featuring Google Assistant for Rs 13,990. The audio gear is up for sale across leading online and offline channel.

As far as specification is concerned, Philips TAPH805 wireless headphone comes equipped with 40 mm drivers, 30 hours play time, rapid charge, touch controls and a built-in mic with echo cancellation for clear audio.

“We are delighted to announce the availability of TAPH805 as they unlock the transcending music experience for users to define their personal space. Boasting Active Noise Cancellation, 5-minute rapid charging technology and Google Assistant, Philips is evolving the audio category and launching products to match the new-age requirements of millennials,” said Arun Menon, Country Business Head, Philips Branded Television and Audio, TPV Technology India Pvt Ltd.

In addition to this, Philips TAPH805 has deep bass and it picks up on a wider range of frequencies when paired with Hi-Res Audio. The device has a multi-function button that control volume by swiping up/down on the ear-housing and supports touch controls. The Google Assistant can be triggered by covering the right ear cup.

Philips TAPH805 wireless headset is an addition to the TAPN505 neckband that comes with the same features and is available for Rs 11,990. The TAPN505 is a lightweight, flexible neckband houses magnetic ear-tips, Google Assistant, Active Noise Cancellation and 14 hours play-time plus quick charging. Apart from this, a user can open the calendar, read notifications from the phone, call or send messages to friends, manage playlists without reaching to the device due Google Assistant.

Besides this, the offerings under the performance range include:

  • Philips TAPH802- This Bluetooth-enabled Hi-Res Audio wireless headphones is available for Rs 10,990. It comes with 30 hours play time.
  • Philips TAPN402- These earphones, which comes at Rs 7,990, has IPX4 and vibration mode along with a slim neckband. It has 14 hours play time.

Recently, Havit, a China-based consumer electronics maker, also its first wireless headset the i37 in India for Rs 1,299. The audio gear comes equipped with dynamic speaker, Bluetooth 5.0 and 12-hour-long battery life is available on Flipkart and Amazon India. The in-built remote feature enables the user to take as well as end calls, skip or pause tracks and control volume without reaching out to the device.

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite set to launch in India today: How to watch the live stream

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Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite set to launch in India today: How to watch the live stream

Earlier this week Samsung quietly launched Galaxy Note 10 Lite in India. The company has now arrived with another new smartphone in the country. Samsung is going to launch another new variant of Samsung Galaxy S10, which was launched earlier in 2019. Today the company is going to launch Galaxy S10 Lite in the country. Many rumours have surfaced on the web for quite a long time now. However, Samsung has already announced the smartphone earlier this month at CES 2020. The smartphone’s launch will be live-streamed on all the Social media platforms today.

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite expected price and how to watch the live stream

Today the South Korean smartphone manufacturer Samsung is going to launch Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite in India. The launch event will happen via live webcast. It will go live at 12 noon onwards across all social media platforms including its dedicated microsite created on the official Samsung India website. The phone is also being teased via e-commerce website Flipkart which is also its online retail partner. The retailer revealed many of the key specifications of the upcoming smartphone also.

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite

Until now the company has not revealed the pricing of the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite. But speculations suggest that the phone might fall between the price range of Rs 39,999 – Rs 45,000. Whereas it is expected to be available for purchase next month that is February. 

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite specifications

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite will come with a 6.7-inch full-HD+Infinity-O Super AMOLED display with 1,080 x 2,400 pixels of resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The phone will run on One UI 2.0 skinned on top of Android 10. Also, it will be powered by the octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 coupled with 6GB/8GB of RAM and  128 GB of internal memory. You can also expand the storage up to 1TB using a microSD card. The device will be housing a 4,500mAh battery supported by super fast charging. 

In terms of camera capabilities, Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite will be sporting a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 48-megapixel primary sensor. The camera system is further assisted by a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens and a 5-megapixel tertiary lens. While on the front there is a 5-megapixel selfie camera.

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How to enable WhatsApp Dark Mode

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How to enable WhatsApp Dark Mode

Facebook owned social media app WhatsApp has been working on its new feature that is the dark mode for quite a few months now. The app users have been eagerly waiting for this feature since the news surfaced on the web. Last year in the month of December the company rolled out the beta version to iOS users first. Without further delay, the company has now rolled out this feature for Android users also.

WhatsApp is now getting dark mode and this feature is now available via beta version. If you are a beta user then the hey will get the update automatically. If you have not signed up for the beta programme then it is already available on Google Play to get the dark theme. However, there is no confirmation when the stable version will be rolled out but it is expected to roll out soon.

WhatsApp dark theme

The dark theme has started rolling out and comes with the new v2.20.13 update. The beta users will get an automatic update but if you have not received the update you can download the beta version dark mode via sideloading app APKMirror. Here is how to enable the WhatsApp dark theme feature on your mobile phones:

  • Firstly, all you need to do is tap on the three menu on the upper right corner of the application in order to open the settings submenu.
  • Now in the Settings menu tap on the Chat option.
  • Now here you will find a new option that is the Theme option.
  • Then tap the option and you get three more options here System default, Light, Dark
  • Now select the Dark option and you are good to go. The dark mode on the app has now been enabled.

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5 money-making apps for smartphone users

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5 money-making apps for smartphone users

In today’s tech-savvy world, most of us keep spending our free time online by engaging in social media activities, streaming our favourite online show or being hooked to PUBG or Tik Tok. What if you get a chance to use your online time to mint some money? Check the following free apps that will help you earn an extra amount.

Roz Dhan app

Roz Dhan enables you to earn cash on the go. On simply signing up, you will get Rs 50 as bonus. You can share reference code and with each installation of the app, Rs 50 will be credit to your account instantly. Moreover, the app claims that one can earn up to 1,000 coins in daily check-in’s and turn them into PayTM cash too. It has gamified-earning options too. This app is available in Google Play store.

Math Cash

If you are good at solving arithmetic expressions, this Math Cash app can fetch you some money too.  You have to simply try your luck by solving 20 simple questions based on addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in mere one minute. Beat the clock by competing with different players across the globe to become the highest and the fastest solver. As long as you are the highest and the fastest solver, you are the winner. Besides this, you can win points by guessing the secret number, undertaking sponsors’ tasks or even inviting friends to be the part of the app. It must be noted that this app is 100 per cent free to play as you need to purchase gems, tokens, diamonds, etc. It can be downloaded here through Google Play store.

Freecharge – Easy recharge

This Mobile recharge app can be used to recharge your mobile phone, DTH, and Data card in a secured way. On successful transaction, a user can choose a free coupon to relish a pizza or a discount voucher to shop online. It can be downloaded from Google Play store.

Make Money app

This app allows you to complete task like watching videos, completing surveys, downloading free apps, completing surveys, etc. to accumulate credit reward. Later, the collected reward can be redeemed in cash via PayPal. This app can be downloaded via Google Play store.

Google Opinion Rewards

Your opinion usually may not be fetching you money. This app helps you earn reward by simply completing short surveys on opinion polls, to hotel reviews, to merchant satisfaction while you are on the go. You will get rewarded with Google Play or PayPal credit for each survey that you complete. Once the app is downloaded, you need to share your basic information. And, when a short and relevant survey is ready for you, you will be notified and can get up to $1.00 in Play credit for completing it. The app is available on both Apple and Google Play stores.

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Canon launched EOS-1D X Mark III with 20-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor in India

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Canon launched EOS-1D X Mark III with 20-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor in India

Last year we saw Canon launched quit many digital cameras as well as accessories in India. But today the company launched Canon EOS-1D X Mark III in the country. The camera comes with a 20-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor along with 16 points low pass filter and allows 5.5K video recording also. The camera is best suitable for professional photographers that cater to wedding, wildlife, fashion, sports as well as filmmaking. Additionally, it comes with Face, Eye and Head detection features.

Commenting on the launch, Mr Kazutada Kobayashi, President & CEO, Canon India said “At Canon, we have carved a niche for ourselves among consumers when it comes to delivering premium products and services. Through our best-in-class technology products, we have enabled users across genres to enjoy the pleasure of quality photography and videography to further fuel their passion in the art of imaging. As a new milestone in our imaging journey, we are delighted to begin 2020 with the launch of EOS-1D X Mark III, the latest marvel to our flagship EOS-1D series. The new product is poised to take the EOS legacy forward and further enable us in promoting the photography culture in India. We are confident that our latest offering will cater to the growing list of professional photographers in India and open up newer possibilities in the imaging space. With India as one of our top-performing markets globally, we foresee that innovations like EOS-1D X Mark III will contribute significantly to our 2020 growth story.”

Canon EOS-1D X Mark III features

Canon EOS-1D X Mark III is claimed to be the fastest DSLR in the market. It is capable of continuous shooting of up to 20fps in live view. Also, it offers continuous shooting speed up to 16fps with viewfinder shooting. According to the company, all these continuous shooting speeds are with full Servo autofocus, meaning even rapidly moving subjects are sharply in focus in each and every frame best suitable for wedding, wildlife, fashion and sports photography

The camera comes equipped with the company’s own proprietary dual pixel CMOS AF. It makes smooth and continuous autofocus as well as subject tracking during live view still shooting and video recording. Also, the newly developed algorithms enable eye detection plus face and head detect autofocus. This makes precise autofocus and tracking in challenging situations. The device also comes with a high resolution of 2.1 million dots touchscreen that can be used for touch focusing as well as capturing a picture.

The newly developed autofocus system designed and developed by the company allows the AF sensor 28X the resolution of EOS-1D X Mark II that is the predecessor it increases the AF sensitivity, increased sensor density and a higher number of Cross-Type AF points. The device also features an ultra-high resolution 191-point autofocus system. This feature allows for better control over the camera. The 155 cross-type AF points are helpful in maintaining constant autofocus even on high-speed subjects with erratic movement patterns. Whereas the 65 points are cross-type even at an aperture of f/8 that is helpful during wildlife photography.

EOS-1D X Mark III is capable of capturing more than 1,000 RAW and JPEG images. There is a 20.1-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor that features a new 16-point lowpass filter which offers an improved sense of resolution and sharpness.

The EOS-1D X Mark III offers a video resolution of 5.5K at 60p that delivers sharp 4K footage. The  Debayer algorithm helps to suppress more and improves noise granularity. It supports full HD @120p video recording with 4:2:2 colour sampling. 

Canon EOS-1D X Mark III pricing and availability

Canon  EOS-1D X Mark III comes with a price tag of Rs 575,995 that also includes 512 GB CF Express Card and Reader. The DSLR camera will be available for purchase from mid-February onwards at select retail outlets all over the country.

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Huawei partners with a Dutch company to create a competitor for Google Maps on its devices

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Huawei partners with a Dutch company to create a competitor for Google Maps on its devices

Chinese company Huawei will soon be working with Dutch digital mapping company TomTom to enable maps on their upcoming devices. An unnamed spokesperson from the company confirmed that the deal was signed a while back, with knowledge of it becoming public recently. TomTom currently has applications on iOS and Android.

To take on Google, Huawei will be making improved applications powered by TomTom’s data in the form of maps, traffic information and navigation tools. TomTom had previously supplied data to Apple for the Apple Maps application. Rumours suggest that Huawei which was working on making an all-new mapping system that is currently named as Huawei’s map kit. This new software was meant to be exclusively for use by app developers. It was believed that the software will use data from Russian technology provider Yandex and Huawei’s own telecom base stations. It is now speculated that the technology will take more time to be developed and the deal with TomTom might be a temporary replacement to the map kit whose development may yet take an unspecified amount of time.

Huawei until recently was dependent on Google Maps like other Android device manufacturers. However, recent sanctions by the current American administration on the company stand as a threat to the existing ties between Huawei and American companies. The move to look for an alternative might prove a smart decision to the company in the long term. Huawei devices currently use Android but this may not be for long as recent reports confirm that Huawei is working on developing their own operating system which will be called HarmonyOS. The current deal with TomTom might take the company a long way in reducing their dependency on Google’s range of products and services.

Last November saw the release of Huawei’s first folding smartphone, the Mate X which came without any pre-installed Google apps or US-made processors. Huawei is China’s first global tech brand and suffered a backlash from the sanctions placed by the government of the United States of America. The Mate X runs on Huawei’s Kirin 980 processor and comes preloaded with Huawei’s own replacement applications to compete with popular Google applications like Google music and maps. The Mate X runs on Huawei’s very own EMUI 9 OS which is based on Google Android. The device is currently available for sale only in China.

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Microsoft Edge now has a new and improved version: Everything to know and how to install

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Microsoft Edge now has a new and improved version: Everything to know and how to install

Microsoft’s very own Edge browser has a new version and will soon be available for Windows and MacOS users. The Edge browser is now based on an engine similar to the one which powers Google’s Chrome browser. After a year of development, the all-new Microsoft Edge will include compatibility for all websites and will not hold the same issues it did previously with certain websites and browser plugins/add-ons.

Microsoft Edge’s new version will be based on Chromium, a project that is available to open source from and is similar to Google Chrome in function. This will enable Microsoft Edge users to utilise browser extensions that were previously exclusive only to Google Chrome. The most recent edition of Edge will need the user giving access to Chrome’s extensions before installing the browsers. Edge is now evolved, from being dependent on Microsoft’s own browser engine to being based on Chromium.

The new and evolved Edge browser will soon be available for download to all users. Microsoft will soon enable users who have access to the Windows Insiders program to download and enable the new Edge browser on their device first.

Here’s how to install the all-new Microsoft Edge on your device:

  1. Users will need to select their operating system from the options available on the download menu of Microsoft Edge’s webpage. Edge is now available to users of Windows 10, and users running devices on MacOS, iOS, Android and older versions of Windows like Windows 8,8.1 and even Windows 7.
  2. Users will then have to download the file containing the setup files of the browser
  3. Edge will then automatically install and start, it will also give users the option to import bookmarks and data including browser history and auto-fill data from the Chrome browser running on the device. Users also have the option to import data later. Users also have a customise import button that will enable them to access data from Firefox if they are running Firefox previous to the installation of Microsoft Edge.
  4. Users will then have to choose the look of Edge best suited to their choice from the options of Inspirational, Informational or Focused. The new edition of Edge also lets users sync data across a variety of devices, users can avail this feature while setting up the browser.
  5. As the final step, users will have to choose to allow or disallow Microsoft’s personalization on the user’s browsing experience on the browser.

After installing Edge, users have the option to add additional extensions to enrich their browsing experience from the Microsoft Store and the Google Chrome Web store by downloading extensions from the extensions page of the browser.

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The Sony Walkman is back in an all-new avatar: Tech specs, price and availability

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The Sony Walkman is back in an all-new avatar: Tech specs, price and availability

If you are a millennial then you have definitely used or seen the Sony Walkman. It was the “It” gadget in the 1990s that enabled the users to listen to their favourite songs from the likes of Wham, Michael Jackson, Madonna and more. It was a much simpler time when you just had to insert an audio cassette inside the Sony Walkman and hear the audio via a rather flimsy looking yet sturdy pair of headphones. The Discman then took over and then came the Apple iPod that could hold thousands of songs.

Sony has brought back the Walkman in a fresh avatar. This one is called Sony NW-A105 Android Walkman. This is unlike yesterday’s Walkman and as the name suggests run on an Android OS ecosystem. Built for people who just want the best resonance form a device and nothing else, it is for them. But it does make us wonder when iPod and other similar music players have been killed by the smartphone why is Sony bringing a stand-alone personal audio player now to the market. Maybe they want to play on the Nostalgia part or maybe there is a hidden message here.

Moving forward, let’s touch upon the technical specifications of the new Sony Walkman NW-A105. It comes with a 3.6-inch touch screen, has a battery life of 26 hours and runs on Android 9.0 Pie. The new Walkman supports Hi-Res audio with better than CD quality sound as told by the company. There is 16GB of internal storage inside with the option to expand it by 128GB using a microSD card. Bluetooth and NFC are also on board to connect it with an external audio source including wireless headphones. Wi-Fi is also there so that users can play their favourite track of the net. Sony Walkman NW-A105 supports USB Type-C charging and all popular audio formats such as MP3, FLAC and WAV are supported. One can also see a lot of buttons on its curved edge. These include playback buttons including play and pause, next track, volume up and down as well as the power button.

Coming to its price this smart device is definitely nowhere near the price bracket of the Walkman we used in the ’90s. The Sony Walkman NW-A105 is priced at Rs 23,990, will start selling in India on 24th January 2020. There is only one colour option on it, which black.

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Netflix braces up for streaming war, surpasses 167 million subscriber base

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Netflix braces up for streaming war, surpasses 167 million subscriber base

With the debut of Disney+ and Apple TV Plus in November 2019, it was likely that the subscriber base of Netflix might get affected due to the increasing competition in the streaming world. However, many were proved wrong as Netflix attracted more subscribers than what was expected in the fourth quarter.

Netflix, which is the world’s leading streaming entertainment service, witnessed an increase in its subscriber base at it grows to 167.1 million, adding 8.76 million new subscribers.

“We have a big headstart in streaming and will work to build on that by focusing on the same thing we have focused on for the past 22 years – pleasing members. We believe if we do that well, Netflix will continue to prosper. As an example, in Q4, despite the big debut of Disney+ and the launch of Apple TV+, our viewing per membership grew both globally and in the US on a year over year basis, consistent with recent quarters,” the streaming major said while announcing the q4 results.

Netflix further revealed that it has been developing an animation studio within the company to provide wide range of animated content for kids, adults and families. “We have amazing creators with pedigree from Disney Animation, Pixar, DreamWorks Animation and Illumination now working at Netflix on their next big projects,” Netflix reported in its official release.

In order to lure more subscribers, Netflix was out with its first original feature-length animated film by filmmaker Sergio Pablos’ Klaus in the Q4. Interestingly, the animated film that was also nominated for an Academy Award.

As per the Netflix, “In its first 28 days, 40million members chose to watch this heart-warming Santa Claus origin story.”

Netflix has already charted its strategy for 2020 to grow its business further. It has announced to premiere ‘Over The Moon’ by legendary animator Glen Keane this year.

Last year, Netflix had also rolled out of a new mobile plan for India at Rs 199 per month. With the subscription, members could enjoy all of Netflix’s content—uninterrupted and without ads—in standard definition (SD) on one smartphone or tablet at a time.

“Our members in India watch more on their mobiles than members anywhere else in the world- and they love to download our shows and films. We believe this new plan will make Netflix even more accessible and better suit people who like to watch on their smartphones and tablets—both on the go and at home,” said Ajay Arora, Director, Product Innovation, Netflix.

Time will reveal what more surprises Netflix has for its subscribers. Do let us know what are you expecting in the comments section below.

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Know how Google’s Envelope helps smartphone users undergo Digital Detox

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Know how Google’s Envelope helps smartphone users undergo Digital Detox

In today’s world, technology is the lens through which we see the world. However, the excessive use of technology can often debar you from reaching your desired goals successfully. Worry not, Google is out with an amazing ‘Envelope’ under its ‘Well-Being Project’ that help you enhance productivity and find a balance with technology. The two phone-sized special paper envelope created by Special Projects transforms the functionality of your smartphone for the time it is sealed inside.

Using the first envelope by Google, you can change your smartphone in to a very basic handset. All that it allows you to do is:

  • You can make and receive calls
  • You can speed-dial your favourite number
  • You can access the clock to know the time

On the contrary, the other envelope created under Google’s Well-Being project turns your smartphone into a photo and video camera. However, you will unable to see the screen till the time you device is sealed inside the envelope.

“We were inspired by a recent trend where people purchase a second, simpler phone for holidays and weekends, as a way of limiting their access to technology. We wanted to create a more accessible version of this, which would enable people to try a day without a phone without committing to purchasing a new device,” as per a blog post by Special Projects on ‘Experiments with Google‘.

Google has also revealed that “You can download the app on the Play Store, and all the code is available on Github.”

Google’s aim to help you to focus on what’s in front of you by removing distractions from your life for a little while so that you successfully experience a digital detox.

Besides this, Google has also created an Activity Bubbles activity that allows you to find out what your phone usage looks like in a day. Wondering how it work? Well, each unlock creates a new bubble. The longer you stay on your phone the bigger the bubble grows.

Interestingly, Google’s Well-Being project has also shared an interesting Screen Stopwatch. This stopwatch tells you how much time you spend on your phone each day. Each time you unlock your phone, the stopwatch continues to count.

Let us know how you experience digital detox in the comments section below.

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