Microsoft Surface 3 will be available for $499 in a months time

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Microsoft Surface 3 will be available for $499 in a months time

Well, it is about time. We for one are fans of Microsoft Surface series of tablets. Unlike the earlier models of the Surface, Microsoft has announced that the new Microsoft Surface 3 will be available soon for a super low price tag of $499 (roughly Rs 31,000). This is about $300 cheaper from the previous models.

Microsoft Surface 3 will run Windows 8.1 operating system right now. Users can upgrade to Windows 10 (for free) once it is available. Microsoft Surface 3 has a 10.8-inch full HD display. Behind this lies an Intel Quad-core Atom X7 CPU and 2 GB RAM. The Surface 3 will be available in 2 variants. The 64 GB and the 128 GB tabs can be picked up after May this year.

The Surface 3 also sports an 8 MP rear camera and a 3.5 MP front camera to take care of your selfie and video chat needs. We quite liked the stand that came with the earlier versions of the Surface. Well, the kickstand is also part of the package and with it the tablet measure meagre 8.7mm (thickness). It weighs 622 grams.

As far as connectivity is concerned the Microsoft surface 3 supports 4G/LTE networks. It also has a USB 3.0 port, a mini display port along with a microSD card reader slot. Seems like Microsoft has thought of everything for this tablet, we are just keeping our fingers crossed and hoping that they decide to bring this version to India, finally.

Microsoft is planning to launch a $149 laptop to compete with Chromebook

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Microsoft is planning to launch a $149 laptop to compete with Chromebook

It is not the first time that we are hearing Microsoft trying to shut down Chromebook’s growth by launching its competition. Reports suggest in August last year, they did try to do compete with Chromebooks in partnership HP. Now, reports have again emerged that Microsoft is building a $149 laptop, which will be in the same ring as Google’s Chromebook.

If we were Microsoft, we would be nervous too. Google has already taken a big market lead when it comes to mobile operating systems in the form of Android. Microsoft is rightly trying to secure its top position in the laptop market with low-end devices, which will not let Google Chromebook pick up steam.

The new laptops from Microsoft are set to have Windows 10 OS and Intel’s Bay Trail platform. They will be available in the normal clamshell design. A major point of differentiation between the Chromebook and new MS laptops will be the screen size. The screen size of the Microsoft laptop is going to be smaller than the ones found on Chromebook. This laptop will have an 11.6-inch screen, while the Chromebooks are available in 13 and 16 inches.

The Microsoft laptops would be available in mid 2015 and are aimed at emerging markets. By the likes of it India and Brazil should be on the list of early roll-outs.

Moto E 4G can be pre-ordered on FlipKart now

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Moto E 4G can be pre-ordered on FlipKart now

Seems like the 4G wave is sweeping the country. 4G services are being deployed across India and mobile makers such as Motorola want to make the most of it. They have gone ahead and put the Moto E 4G on pre-order on FlipKart.com. Yes, consumers can grab the upcoming 4G version of the Moto E on the online megastore.

The Moto E 4G, besides having 4G capabilities and speed services, has a 4.5-inch qHD display. That hides a 1.2 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon CPU and 1 GB RAM. Users will get the latest operating system in the form of Android Lolipop and can click away to glory with a 5 MP rear camera or the 0.3 MP front camera.

A 2,390 mAh battery will keep this phone alive. Consumers can download and store files on the onboard 8 GB memory. This can be further expanded by up to 32GB using a microSD card. Overall, the phone seems to be a decent option for people looking to buy a 4G device in under 10K. The phone can be picked up from FlipKart for Rs 7,999.

Tech Specs

OS Android 5.0 Lollipop
Processor 4G-LTE Model: 64-bit class 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 series quad-core CPU with Adreno 306 GPU)

3G Model: 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 series Quad-core CPU (with Adreno 302 GPU)
RAM 1GB
Camera Main: 5.0-megapixel camera

Front: 0.3-megapixel (VGA) camera
Display 4.5-inch TFT qHD (960x450p) screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 shield

Pixel density: 245 ppi (pixels per inch)
Storage capacity 8GB, expandable up to 32GB

 

Lenovo launches its A7000 smartphone in India

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Lenovo launches its A7000 smartphone in India

India is a growing market for smartphones. There are millions of people standing in the queue to pick up a smartphone. This is probably the reason why many companies, such as Lenovo, see India as a great market for its brand of smartphones.

Recently Lenovo got good acclamation for the A7000 at Mobile World Congress 2015. They have brought the nifty little smartphone now to India, which features an excellent 5.5 inch HD wide-angle display. Under the hood this latest mobile from Lenovo has a 64-bit 1.5 GHz CPU and 2 GB DDR3 RAM. Lenovo says together they can play the most challenging games and apps smoothly. Over that, Lenovo in association with Dolby has introduced the all-new Atmos technology in this phone, which is world’s first to be seen in a smartphone. We reckon with this technology the sound experience on the A7000 should be first-rate.

4G layout is just around the corner in India and Lenovo knows it. The newly launched Lenovo A7000 is 4G/LTE ready and users can easily jump to the new network when it becomes available in India. The A7000 is powered by 2,900 mAh battery with enhanced battery optimisation features that will keep the phone alive for longer. The phone weighs 140 grams and is 7.9 mm thin.

“At Lenovo we are committed to providing cutting edge technology to our consumers” – said, Sudhin Mathur, Director- Smartphones, Lenovo India. “The A7000 brings in flagship worthy features and performance at an incredible price making it a perfect choice for consumers looking for a trendy and powerful phone loaded with future-proof features.” he added.

The A7000 is priced at Rs 8,999 and will be exclusively available with FlipKart.

Tech Specs:

  • 5.5 Inch HD IPS Touchscreen Display
  • 8 MP Rear Camera With LED Flash
  • 5MP Front Camera
  • 1.5 GHz MT6752m Octa-Core Processor
  • 2GB RAM
  • 4G
  • WiFi
  • Bluetooth
  • 2900 MAh Battery
  • Dual Micro SIM

Asus launches top-end anniversary edition graphic cards in gold and white

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Asus launches top-end anniversary edition graphic cards in gold and white

Asus is a brand well known for computer products such as motherboards and graphic cards. They just launched a special anniversary edition of graphic cards that every gamer would want to own. In association with NVIDIA, they introduced GTX 980 GPU that houses in a beautiful golden enclosure. This graphic card has clock speed of 1.43 GHz.

The other graphic card that is part of the celebrations is the NVIDIA Turbo GTX 970. This one comes in a suave white colour packaging and we for one love the look. This is what every gamer wants to showcase in his computer cabinet and with it gain some bragging rights.

Asus has a history of innovating and they were kind enough to send us what they have done in the past decade and a half.

  • 1998: Established an industry standard by creating the first graphics card with a fan-enhanced heatsink for optimal cooling and stability.
  • 2002: Established an industry standard by delivering the first graphics card with premium black PCB.
  • 2007: Released the first external graphics card — the XG Station — featuring a physical dial to let users control clock speed, and a screen to show graphics-related information, such as GPU temperatures and fan speed.
  • 2008: Released the first Republic of Gamers (ROG) graphics card, the ROG Matrix EN9600/EN9800 GT. Designed for user-friendly overclocking and blisteringly-fast speed out of the box, ROG Matrix EN9600/EN9800 GT set the trend for all future ROG graphics cards.
  • 2010: Established an industry standard by creating the first direct-contact, GPU-to-copper-heat-pipe cooling solution.
  • 2011: Established an industry standard by developing Super Alloy Power components, which ensure maximum performance and lifespan with minimal power loss and thermal levels. Super Alloy Power components are still used on all ASUS graphics cards today.
  • 2013: Established an industry standard with the first hybrid air/liquid cooling solution on a graphics card, the ROG Poseidon.
  • 2014: Established an industry standard with the release of the Strix Gaming Series, advancing DirectCU technology with the addition of its innovative 0dB-fan technology that lets gamers enjoy gaming in complete silence.

 

The Asus GTX 980 can be picked up for Rs 58,500 and the Turbo GTX 970 can be procured for Rs 27,450 (taxes additional on both).

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