Google Lens is a very popular AI toolkit by the Alphabet-owned company that makes use of your smartphone’s camera to offer you useful information as well as accurate results. In simple words, it allows you to search for what you see and translates/find them on the internet. You can use it to discover landmarks, restaurants, search for an outfit or furniture and it can even identify plants and dogs. With the latest update, it now empowers you to copy and paste text from your notes. Apart from this, the feature will also allow you to translate a screenshot taken from a device using Google Lens.At present this screenshot feature on Google Lens is available for Android 11 and will not be accessible on the versions below the OS except for those devices that have upgraded to Android 11. Before the Google Lens latest update, one was able to use Lens to quickly copy and paste text from paper notes and documents to your phone to save time. But now you will also be able to select text with Lens and tap “Copy to computer” to quickly paste it on another signed-in device with Chrome. This would prove to be very useful when you don’t have much time to type. Simply copy your handwritten notes (if you write neatly!) and paste them on your laptop without having to retype them all or emailing them from the smartphone.This feature comes to thelatest version of Chrome, and for both devices to be signed into the same Google account.Moreover, it can now learn new words and how to pronounce them correctly. Instead of using the Google translate app you can now use Lens to translate words in Spanish, Chinese and more than 100 other languages, by pointing your camera at the text. In addition to this, you can also use Google lens to practice words or phrases that are difficult to say. To get started, select the text with Lens and tap the new Listen button to hear it read out loud—and finally figure out how to say “hipopótamo!”At some point in time, you come across a word or phrase which you don’t understand in a book or newspaper, like “gravitational waves,” Google Lens can help. Now, with in-line Google Search results, you can select complex phrases or words to quickly learn more.According to the tech giant, all of the above Google Lens features are being rolled out globally except for ‘Listen’, which is available on Android and coming soon to iOS.
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Flipkart Big Saving Days sale is set to kick off on May 2. This time it is going to be live for 6 days that means it will run till May 7 offering big deals and discounts across various categories on the platform. In addition to this, the e-commerce retailer will also provide gadgets, mobile phone, laptops, wearable, Bluetooth speakers and more at reduced pricing. During the sale, there will be up to 10 percent instant discount on prepaid purchases to HDFC Bank cardholders. The Flipkart Big Saving Days Sale is set to begin on May 2 and it will run till May 7. However, the Plus members will get early access to the sale from May 1 at 12 midnight onwards. There will be attractive offers on the latest electronics including Mobile Phones, Televisions, Laptops and more. As per the listing, there will be up to 80 percent discount on electronics and accessories items. In addition to this, user can get upto 75 percent off on Televisions. According to Flipkart’s dedicated microsite for the upcoming sale, the buyers will be able to add items to their wishlists so that they can make the purchases easily. It also gives you a fair idea of what offers will come on which electronic product or smartphone. Also to make your choice easier we have curated a list of smartphones that will get you huge discounts during the Flipkart Saving Days Sale.The microsite says that there will be up to 10 percent instant discounts on HDFC Bank cards and EMI transactions. Apple iPhone 11 can now be grabbed for Rs 44,999. The iPhone features a 6.1-inch Liquid Retina display and is powered by the company’s latest A13 Bionic chipset. The device ships iOS 13 and it has a dual-camera setup on its back panel with a 12MP wide-angle lens with an f/1.8 aperture and OIS paired with a 12MP ultra-wide-angle sensor that has an f/2.4 aperture and 120-degree field of view.iQoo 3 8GB RAM with 128GB storage can be purchased for Rs 24,990. This gaming smartphone features a 6.44-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED display and a quad rear camera setup. Additionally, it is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor with a 5G modem. It houses a 4,440mAh battery that is supported by 55W Super FlashCharge technology. The Poco M3, which was launched in February this year will be available at Rs 9,999 down from its original cost of Rs 12,999. The device comes with a 6,000mAh battery and FullHD+ display waterdrop-style display. The smartphone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset. It will be available in three colour options of Cool Blue, Poco Yellow, and Power Black.The Samsung Galaxy F62 that was earlier available at Rs 29,999 can now be purchased for Rs 17,999. This phone packs a 7,000mAh battery in addition to the 64-megapixel quad camera set up and is powered by the 7nm Exynos 9825 processor. The smartphone will be available in three colour options of Laser Green, Laser Blue, Laser Grey.Redmi Note 9 4G RAM option, which was retailing at Rs 14,999 via Flipkart will be available at Rs 10,499 during the Flipkart Big Saving Days sale. The model comes in three colour options Aqua Green, Arctic White, and Pebble Grey. Moreover, there is a 5020mAh battery onboard with 22.5W fast-charging support and a reverse charging feature. In addition to a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and a quad rear camera setup consisting of a48-megapixel Samsung GM1 main sensor. It ships MIUI custom skin on top of Android 10 OS and is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G85 chipset.Samsung Galaxy F41 (6GB RAM with 128GB/64GB storage) will be available for Rs 14,999 and Rs 12,999 respectively. The device is powered by an octa-core Exynos 9611 SoC and it runs Android 10 with One UI Core on top. The phone boasts a 6,000mAh battery, features a waterdrop-style design display and a triple rear camera set up. Moreover, the smartphone has a 32-megapixel selfie camera along with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. Samsung Galaxy F12, which was available in India at Rs 12,999 will be available for purchase at Rs 9,999 via Flipkart Big Savings Days Sale. The budget smartphone features a quad rear camera system, a waterdrop-style display with a 90Hz refresh rate.Oppo A53 was originally retailing at Rs 15,990 can be bought for Rs 10,990. The smartphone comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 processor and a 5,000mAh battery supported by an 18W fast charger. In addition to this, there is a hole punch design display with 90Hz refresh rate support.Oppo F17 Pro 8GB RAM variant can be purchased for Rs 14,990 down from Rs 25,990. The handset features dual selfie cameras, quad rear cameras, Super AMOLED display and is supported by 30W fast charging technology.
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Let’s start by answering the most common question first, what is Encryption? Encryption is a process of converting a piece of information into a form that can’t be read by anyone except one who has the access key. Encryption is commonly used in different instances even though we may not observe it. For instance, the messages sent or received by WhatsApp or Signal app remain encrypted throughout the transfer chain. They remain in their raw format only at the users’ ends. Other examples of data that remain encrypted include cash withdrawal from ATMs and data on cloud storage like AWS and Microsoft Azure. There are plenty of ways to encrypt file in Windows 10, but let’s first understand a few fundamentals.
The types of file encryption methods
Here are two commonly used encryption techniques:
Encryption using Symmetric Keys
It is the traditional way in which all users decode the data with a single key. The communication is encrypted and decrypted using the same key. As a result, it is critical that you make the password more complex and harder to extract.
The longer the key, the better the security! The AES 256 algorithm is an unusual example of this type of encryption. The usage of 256 characters gives both complexity and security.
Encryption that is asymmetric
It is a straightforward encryption scheme that employs two mathematically complementary keys known as “Public Key” and “Private Key.” The public key is used for encryption in this manner, and Decryption is performed using the private key. Using the private key, only authenticated recipients can decrypt the message.
This approach encrypts data while also validating the identity of those communicating. This most recent method is slower but more secure.
There are several methods to encrypt your files and folders. Several third-party free and paid applications are available that provide quick and fast methods to encrypt your data. Here, we will use the built-in feature of Windows 10 to encrypt files and folders.
What exactly is an Encrypting File System?
EFS enables you to encrypt already-existing files and folders in your system. EFS stands for an Encryption file system. By following the decryption method, you can still alter these files and directories.
Encrypting files on your computer also helps to protect your data from illegal access. Encrypting File System is a native feature of Microsoft Windows that allows you to encrypt files/folders on your hard drives and portable media.
You can encrypt and decrypt certain files by using the advanced attributes of a file’s properties. EFS features let you create backups of your encryption certificates so that you never lose access to critical files.
How can you encrypt a file or a folder in Windows 10?
To encrypt a file or a folder in Windows 10, follow these steps.
Step 1: Right-click the file or folder that you want to encrypt.
Step 2: In the menu, select Properties.
In the menu, select Properties.Step 3: Click the Advanced button given in the Attributes section. Here you can change the settings for the folder.
Step 4: Under the Compress or Encrypt attributes, check the box that says, “Encrypt contents to secure data”.
Under the Compress or Encrypt attributes, check the box that says, “Encrypt contents to secure data”.Step 6: Click OK to close the Advanced Attributes window.
Step 7: Click OK in the Properties. You will be prompted with a Confirm Attribute Changes window. Here you can select either of the following options.
Apply changes to this folder only
Apply changes to this folder, subfolders, and files
Here you can select either of the following options.
Choose the desired option and click OK.
You will receive a pop-up notification that asks you to “Back up your file encryption certificate and key”. You may also access the message in your notification area.
Insert a USB drive to your PC and click Back up now (recommended). You must back up your encryption key otherwise you may lose access to your encrypted file or folder.
Click Next to create a certificate and accept the file format.
Set a strong password to secure your file or folder.
Click Next and choose your USB.
Confirm the password and click Next.
Click Finish and keep your USB in a secure place.
How can you decrypt a file or a folder?
To decrypt a file or a folder in Windows 10, follow these steps.
Step 1: Right-click the file or folder that you want to decrypt.
Step 2: In the menu, select Properties.
In the menu, select Properties.windows 10Step 3: Click the Advanced button given in the Attributes section. Here you can change the settings for the folder.
Step 4: Under the Compress or Encrypt attributes, uncheck the box that says, “Encrypt contents to secure data”.
Under the Compress or Encrypt attributes, uncheck the box that says, “Encrypt contents to secure data”.
This is how you can encrypt files in Windows 10 and as easily decrypt files in Windows 10 as well.
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The Japanese automobile and motorcycle manufacturer, Suzuki has unveiled the Misano EV roadster concept. The design of the concept was approved by Suzuki from the Istituto Europeo di Design (IED), Italy. The name of the concept car has been inspired by the Misano World Circuit motorcycle racetrack.
The design of the Misano EV roadster concept was carried out by a team of 24 students pursuing their Masters. These students came from different countries like India, Israel, Italy, France, Belgium, Lebanon, Albania, Turkey, and Spain.
What led Suzuki to design the Misano EV roadster concept?
Suzuki is renowned for manufacturing compact cars and motorcycles. Their hatchbacks released in collaboration with the Indian car company, Maruti have a unique position in the market. Suzuki manufactures a wide range of motorcycles that suit different kinds of people. Some of its famous bikes include the following.
Access 125: the efficient scooter especially popular in the Indian market.
Hayabusa: the first choice for several sports bike riders.
Gixxer 250: the famous Commuter
Suzuki is making a transition to vehicles powered by electricity. This is evident from the launch of the Suzuki Burgman Electric Scooter in India. Moreover, the company will launch the Wagon R EV supported by DC fast-charging. The Misano EV roadster concept is a new dimension of the electric vehicle with high speed and an elevated driving experience.
What led Suzuki to design the Misano EV roadster concept? (Image Credit: Suzuki)
How does the Suzuki Misano EV roadster concept look like?
The Misano EV roadster concept has a form factor with a length of 4,000 mm, a width of 1,750 mm and a height of 1,000 mm. The concept car design features two seats arranged in a unique tandem seating layout. Generally, roadsters have a side-to-side seating layout but the Misano EV roadster concept offers a cockpit experience. The roadster concept gives the feel of a motorcycle with a car chassis. Besides, the small windscreen resembles that of a Suzuki bike.
The Misano EV roadster concept lacks a steering wheel. Instead, it has a handlebar as you find in a Suzuki motorcycle. The left side consists of a rollover hoop whereas the right side accommodates the battery pack. The specifications of the battery are yet to be revealed. The car concept exhibits a smooth surface with arrow-shaped LED lights. Interestingly, the door exists only on the left side. A glass panel is integrated with the door to give it an elegant appearance. At the same time, the grey paint and the OZ Racing wheels give it a sporty look.
What is the significance of the Suzuki Misano EV roadster concept?
It’s not the first time that Suzuki has collaborated with the Istituto Europeo di Design (IED), Italy. The Misano EV roadster concept indeed presents a glimpse of a future production sportscar. The roadster lies somewhere in between a car and a motorcycle. The slim design gives an assurance of its mobility. The fully electric design complements the future reliance of cars purely on electricity. That day is not far when the materialised version of the Misano EV roadster concept will race against the major electric vehicle players like Tesla and Volkswagen.
What is the significance of the Suzuki Misano EV roadster concept? (Image Credit: Suzuki)
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PUBG’s free-to-play PC version, PUBG Lite has shut down on April 29, 2021. This is the second time a PUBG game has been terminated in India.
According to PUBG Lite developers, “Dear Players, We are deeply grateful for the passion and support from the astounding number of PUBG LITE fans that have been with us. During the strenuous times of the COVID-19 pandemic, we hope that PUBG LITE was able to provide our fans a fun way to stay safe. Unfortunately, we have made the difficult decision to close service after much deliberation and the time has come for our journey to end”.
Why was PUBG Lite terminated in India?
The shutting down of the PUBG Lite is different from that of the PUBG Mobile in India. The government of India had imposed a ban on 59 Chinese mobile application including the PUBG Mobile. The immediate ban of these apps was a responsive stance of India in the backdrop of Chinese aggression along the Indo-China border.
According to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, the apps were banned for involving in activities “prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, security of the state and public order,” under Section 69A of the Information and Technology (IT) Act.
After the ban, the PUBG Lite and the console versions had kept functioning because they were primarily created by Krafton, a South Korean developer. However, the console and PC version could not attract Indian gamers as much as the mobile version did. Although PUBG fans opted for the Lite version they could not get the same thrill offered by the mobile version. Due to a diminishing fan base, the company had no choice but to terminate the Lite version as well.
How will be the PUBG Lite termination carried out?
PUBG Lite developers have revealed that PUBG Lite will be shut down gradually. The termination commenced with the shutting down of the lite.pubg.com website. Now the portal has gone out of service. On opening, it displays the Service Termination Notice. The servers of the PUBG Lite game ceased to function at 10:30 AM IST on April 29, 2021.
How will be the PUBG Lite termination carried out?
The players can no longer find matches to play or avail of in-game features like buying currencies. The game developers state that the Facebook page will remain active until May 29, 2021, after which the player support will come to an end.
According to PUBG Lite developers, “You will be able to continue to play the game and spend in-game credits as normal, including the L-COIN that you already have, until the termination time. PUBG LITE Facebook will be open even after the game service termination until further notice. For further inquiries regarding service termination, please contact our player support at https://litesupport.pubg.com/“.
What is the significance of the termination of PUBG Lite? Will it make way for PUBG: Mobile?
The shutting of the PUBG Lite seems to contradict the news of the coming of the PUBG Mobile. Krafton has been planning to release its video game in India with a new name i.e. PUBG Mobile India. Almost all the reports, insiders and sources confirm that game shall be released in the coming months. However, none of them carries material information regarding the launch date. Considering the heat of the rumours, we can expect significant outcomes regarding the video game in the next two months.
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Do you love fried food or do you live for fried food or both? If that sounds like you, then this article is for you because we love it too as it’s awesome, delicious and is not just stuff that satisfies our hunger but gives nutrition to our bodies to function properly when eaten healthily. At the same time if we have deep-fried food we can become overweight, undernourished, and at risk for developing diseases. If you always crave deep-fried fries and at the same time don’t want to deep fry them? Do yourself a favour and purchase an air fryer. We have listed down some of the best air fryers available in India for you.An Airfryer is an electronic item that cuts the caloric value of a food by 70 per cent or more while offering the good taste of deep-fried food. It uses just a few drops of oil, without sacrificing tastiness. Also, it is a compact countertop device in which hot air circulates rapidly at temperatures of up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. The food cooked in it is not only delicious and crispy, but healthy too. Besides this, it can also be used to grill or bake food items. In short, it is an all-rounder and because we care for our readers we have created a list of the best air fryers available in India at the moment because now is the time to seek one out and stay healthy.
Best Air Fryers in India
Philips Daily Collection HD9218 Air Fryer
Philips Daily Collection HD9218 Air Fryer
This Philips Air Fryer is claimed to use up to 90 percent less fat. The device allows you to grill, bake and even roast your favourite dishes. You can cook yummy food like Aloo Tikkis, Roast Chicken, Grilled Vegetables, Chocolate Cakes and much more.
Time settings: 30 minutes timer with auto-off
Temperature control: up to 200 °C
Available via Amazon at Rs 9,999Wonderchef Regalia Air Fryer
Wonderchef Regalia Air Fryer
The Wonderchef Regalia Air Fryer is a compact cooking device that not only fries guilt-free munchies, but also bake cupcakes, grill your favourite tikkas and more. You can fry anything with almost zero oil rapid air heat circulation technology. It has manual time and temperature control functions and also an auto shut off feature that lets you know when your food is ready.Available via Amazon at Rs 5,499Inalsa Air Fryer
Inalsa Air Fryer
This compact Air Fryer comes with a capacity of 2.5 litres. It uses rapid air technology to cook healthy low-fat foods with 85% Oil-less than traditional frying methods. It features fast heating and adjustable temperature control with 1200w of power. Therefore it cooks food in 2-3 minutes. A Quick Release Button allows you to detach your basket from the air-fryer for easy cleaning and quick serving purposes.Available via Amazon at Rs 3,818KENT Hot Air Fryer 16033
KENT Hot Air Fryer 16033
The Kent Hot Air Fryer can cook up to 1.4 kg per batch. It can fry, grill, bake, steam and roast all your favourite snacks in a healthier manner by using 80 percent less oil without compromising on the taste. The device uses rapid hot air technology, which ensures proper air circulation to maintain the right temperature.Available via Amazon at Rs 5,790Prestige PAF 4.0 2.2-Litre Air Fryer
Prestige PAF 4.0 2.2-Litre Air Fryer
The Prestige Air Fryer Paf 4.0 prepares healthy food using less oil. You can eat chips, snacks, meat etc. without guilt. Also, it allows you to fry, grill, bake and roast in a healthy and oil-free way as it uses hot air to prepare low-fat meals. The super-heated air is circulated to all sides at once in order to heat and cook the food. The super-heated air is circulated to all sides at once in order to heat and cook the food. There is a 30 minutes timer and easy to use controls. Available via Amazon at Rs 4,749Koryo KHF3320 Air Fryer
Koryo KHF3320 Air Fryer
The Koryo KHF3320 Air Fryer comes with multiple cooking attachments such as Silicon Cup Cake Moulds, Silicon Brush, Pizza Pan, Cake Barrel and Recipe Book. The fryer is suitable for healthy frying, grilling, roasting and baking food items. It also uses high-speed air circulation to cook food and comes with a temp control ranging from 80 to 200 degrees.Available via Amazon at Rs 4,861
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Gone are those days when 1TB of storage seemed enormous. Today, the size of applications have increased manifold. Within a few months of usage, your PC may run short of storage. Indiscriminately deleting files is not an option you may end up losing essential data related to your career, finance, and education. Here are the best ways to clean up your PC’s storage so that you can always add your new files.
Uninstall undesirable application
A significant space of your PC’s storage is taken by the installed applications. List out the redundant applications because one software is usually enough for one task. For instance, there is no point in keeping Evernote as well as OneNote since both perform the same tasks. Keep the one you are handier with. Uninstalling unnecessary applications will save much storage. You can do this in the following steps.
Go to Start > Apps and Features
Identify unnecessary applications
Click the Uninstall button to remove them.
Uninstall undesirable application
Optimise your Downloads folder
The Downloads folder contains a variety of files saved from the internet. These include image, text, video, and application setups. Once you have used some or all of the downloaded files, you may not require them anymore. The best practice is to delete them. A cleaned Downloads folder helps you quickly find new files downloaded from the internet.
Use the Disk Cleanup software
Disk Cleanup is an application that comes installed with the Windows 10 operating system. The app allows you to get rid of unnecessary system files in a few clicks. As you use an application or install a new one, the operating system generates new files and copies of the existing ones. Cleaning them will save a lot of storage space. To optimise the storage using Disk Cleanup software, follow these steps.
Go to Start and type Disk Cleanup.
As soon as you launch the app, you will be asked to choose the drive that you want to clean.
Click OK to clean the desired drive. The cleaning process may take some time depending on the size of the drive.
Use the Disk Cleanup software
Transfer files to the Cloud
Using cloud storage is the best way of storage expansion. It is reliable, secure, and accessible. There are several cloud storage services including Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, and Dropbox. These services provide free and paid storage options. If you don’t require a high amount of storage, you can go for the free tier as follows.
Google Drive: 15GB of free storage
Microsoft OneDrive: 5GB of free storage
Dropbox: 2GB of free storage
Delete temporary files
Temporary files are files that are created for faster access. These are like cookies of a web browser that store the address, images, and cache data to optimise the experience. Over a period, these files can get accumulated and acquire significant storage space. Discarding temporary files will immediately release a chunk of storage. To delete temporary files, follow these steps.
Xiaomi leaves behind Samsung to gain the top spot in the Indian market owing to strong sales on all online platforms. According to the latest research report by Canalys, India’s smartphone shipments grew 11 percent to 37.1 million units in Q1 2021 however COVID-19 resurgence will hit Q2. The Canalys Smartphone Market Pulse report says that the favourable macroeconomic factors helped smartphone vendors capitalize on the growing importance of smartphones for remote education for Generation Z, for work and leisure for Millennials. In the Q1 of 2021, the Indian market recorded 37.1 million units while Xiaomi retained its top spot as the market leader with 10.5 million shipments accounting for 28% of the market share.On the other hand, Samsung has fallen to the second position with shipping 7.0 million units. its market share fell to 19% from 21% in the previous quarter. Vivo reserved the third position with 6.7 million shipments followed by Oppo with 4.7 million units and Realme completed the top five with 4.3 million.The Canalys report points out that in Q1 a surge in the device offerings appeared to be due to subsiding COVID-19 cases. Canalys Analyst Sanyam Chaurasia emphasizes that “It was a quarter to celebrate in India, as every one of the top five vendors grew”.He further added that “Xiaomi, for example, continued to drive its multi-brand strategy in established online channels, and is now implementing new initiatives to grow its offline presence. For example, its ‘Mi Store on Wheels’ turns road vehicles into mobile stores to reach smaller towns and rural locations. In the premium segment, Apple had a stellar performance in what is traditionally a soft quarter. Following a strong festival quarter, it shipped over a million iPhones in Q1, with demand for the iPhone 12 supported by the local assembly and attractive finance offers, as well as sustained demand for the older iPhone 11. But the market-wide celebration will be short-lived, as a resurgence of COVID-19 in India in Q2 will derail momentum.”The smartphone shipments in India are also likely to jump in Q2 2021 due to the second wave of COVID-19. As the geographical distribution of cases varies widely, a nationwide lockdown seems unlikely. But regional lockdowns could hamper the transport of raw materials and devices due to limited inter-state travel. Hence, for smartphone brands and channels, building up optimum inventory could prove to be a hurdle in the second half of the year.On the flipside Varun Kannan, Canalys Analyst also highlighted that unfavourable macroeconomic factors will lead to a rising smartphone ASP. According to the analyst, the combination of the ongoing supply crunch on key imported components and a weaker Rupee will make it increasingly difficult for vendors to maintain margins at current price levels. Therefore impacting the cost, which will hit particularly hard in the sub-US$200 smartphone segment, which accounted for 81% of the market last year.
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At the Galaxy Unpacked event, the company has already launched Samsung Galaxy Book, Galaxy Book Pro and Galaxy Book Pro 360 and Galaxy Book Odyssey(gaming laptop) in India. Apart from this, the South Korean company has also brought a refreshed variant of its Flex laptop to the market namely Samsung Galaxy Book Flex 2 Alpha. As the name suggests this computer features a 2-in-1 convertible design and is powered by up to an 11th-generation Intel Core i7 processor.
Samsung Galaxy Book Flex 2 Alpha pricing and availability
The Samsung Galaxy Book Flex 2 Alpha laptop has been launched in the US. These it now available for pre-bookings. The price of the model powered by Intel Core i5 processor starts at $849 (approx Rs 63,000) and with the Intel Core i7 processor, it will be available with a starting price of $1,049 (approx Rs 77,700). The colour options it would be available in Black and Silver colour options.
Tech specs
The Samsung Galaxy Book Flex 2 Alpha laptop comes with a convertible form factor with an aluminium build featuring a 13.3-inch QLED full-HD display offering 1,920×1,080 pixels of resolution and touch support. The screen comes has a 400 nits brightness indoors and 600 nits in outdoor mode. The laptop is powered by 11th-generation Intel Core i5 and Core i7 processor. The i5 model includes 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and SSD 256GB storage on the other hand the i7 processor brings 16GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 512GB SSD storage.In addition to this, the Galaxy Book Flex 2 Alpha features a backlit keyboard and a glass trackpad. The laptop includes a fingerprint sensor for security along with a fingerprint sensor for security. The unit runs Windows 10 Home Edition and it further houses dual-array microphones, and two 1.5W stereo speakers having Dolby Atmos support.The Samsung laptop also comes integrated with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth v5.1 for wireless connectivity with additional connectivity option onboard includes two USB 3.2 Type-A ports, a USB Type-C port, one HDMI port, a microSD card slot, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
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Amazon Prime Day is expected to take place by the end of the first half of the year 2021. The event is happening earlier this time as compared to 2020. The Amazon Prime Day usually happens in July every year. However, the event was shifted last year due to the COVID-19 outbreak and took place in October. The sale usually observes a rise in the buying options and hence higher delivery. The increased interaction in the supply chain could spread the infection.
What is the Amazon Prime Day event?
The Amazon Prime Day is an annual bonanza offered to customers subscribed to Amazon’s Prime membership. The event had started in 2015 on the occasion of Amazon’s 20th anniversary. The sale offers attractive deals and heavy discounts on various products. The company offers discounts on its own line of products like echo devices and Amazon Fire TV sets. For availing of the offers, customers use Amazon’s website or mobile application. Moreover, they can give commands to Alexa to add products to their cart.
What is the company’s approach regarding Amazon Prime Day 2021?
Amazon has opted to shift the Prime Day event even before when it normally takes place. Last year, the event had been pushed to October when the Black Friday Sale was near. As a result, the festive season had observed two sale events back to back while the summer season had gone vacant.
Conducting the Amazon Prime Day 2021 in June will ensure that there exists sufficient time between consecutive sale events. The company believes that this approach will sufficiently attract the attention of customers. Moreover, fixing an early date will have a cushioning effect if the event gets shifted this year as well based on the COVID-19 scenario.
What is the company’s approach regarding Amazon Prime Day 2021?
What are the expectations of Amazon from Prime Day 2021?
Amazon recently rolled out the earning for the first quarter (Q1) of the year 2021. The company observed an increase in the sale of about 44 per cent as compared to last year. The total revenue generated by Amazon in the first quarter of 2021 is $108.5 billion. This is beyond the expectations of the company and considering the pandemic situation throughout the world.
Placing the Amazon Prime Day event in June will give a boost to the total revenue of the second quarter. The second quarter is the most challenging quarter for any company. In the second half of the year, e-commerce automatically shoots up due to the festive season. With outstanding sales in the first quarter, the company would need to have a big plan for the second quarter to keep the graph up.
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Moreover, it can now learn new words and how to pronounce them correctly. Instead of using the Google translate app you can now use Lens to translate words in Spanish, Chinese and more than 100 other languages, by pointing your camera at the text. In addition to this, you can also use Google lens to practice words or phrases that are difficult to say. To get started, select the text with Lens and tap the new Listen button to hear it read out loud—and finally figure out how to say “hipopótamo!”
At some point in time, you come across a word or phrase which you don’t understand in a book or newspaper, like “gravitational waves,” Google Lens can help. Now, with in-line Google Search results, you can select complex phrases or words to quickly learn more.
According to the tech giant, all of the above Google Lens features are being rolled out globally except for ‘Listen’, which is available on Android and coming soon to iOS.
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Moreover, it can now learn new words and how to pronounce them correctly. Instead of using the Google translate app you can now use Lens to translate words in Spanish, Chinese and more than 100 other languages, by pointing your camera at the text. In addition to this, you can also use Google lens to practice words or phrases that are difficult to say. To get started, select the text with Lens and tap the new Listen button to hear it read out loud—and finally figure out how to say “hipopótamo!”
At some point in time, you come across a word or phrase which you don’t understand in a book or newspaper, like “gravitational waves,” Google Lens can help. Now, with in-line Google Search results, you can select complex phrases or words to quickly learn more.
According to the tech giant, all of the above Google Lens features are being rolled out globally except for ‘Listen’, which is available on Android and coming soon to iOS.
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The microsite says that there will be up to 10 percent instant discounts on HDFC Bank cards and EMI transactions. Apple iPhone 11 can now be grabbed for Rs 44,999. The iPhone features a 6.1-inch Liquid Retina display and is powered by the company’s latest A13 Bionic chipset. The device ships iOS 13 and it has a dual-camera setup on its back panel with a 12MP wide-angle lens with an f/1.8 aperture and OIS paired with a 12MP ultra-wide-angle sensor that has an f/2.4 aperture and 120-degree field of view.
iQoo 3 8GB RAM with 128GB storage can be purchased for Rs 24,990. This gaming smartphone features a 6.44-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED display and a quad rear camera setup. Additionally, it is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor with a 5G modem. It houses a 4,440mAh battery that is supported by 55W Super FlashCharge technology.
The Poco M3, which was launched in February this year will be available at Rs 9,999 down from its original cost of Rs 12,999. The device comes with a 6,000mAh battery and FullHD+ display waterdrop-style display. The smartphone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset. It will be available in three colour options of Cool Blue, Poco Yellow, and Power Black.
The Samsung Galaxy F62 that was earlier available at Rs 29,999 can now be purchased for Rs 17,999. This phone packs a 7,000mAh battery in addition to the 64-megapixel quad camera set up and is powered by the 7nm Exynos 9825 processor. The smartphone will be available in three colour options of Laser Green, Laser Blue, Laser Grey.
Redmi Note 9 4G RAM option, which was retailing at Rs 14,999 via Flipkart will be available at Rs 10,499 during the Flipkart Big Saving Days sale. The model comes in three colour options Aqua Green, Arctic White, and Pebble Grey. Moreover, there is a 5020mAh battery onboard with 22.5W fast-charging support and a reverse charging feature. In addition to a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and a quad rear camera setup consisting of a 48-megapixel Samsung GM1 main sensor. It ships MIUI custom skin on top of Android 10 OS and is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G85 chipset.
Samsung Galaxy F41 (6GB RAM with 128GB/64GB storage) will be available for Rs 14,999 and Rs 12,999 respectively. The device is powered by an octa-core Exynos 9611 SoC and it runs Android 10 with One UI Core on top. The phone boasts a 6,000mAh battery, features a waterdrop-style design display and a triple rear camera set up. Moreover, the smartphone has a 32-megapixel selfie camera along with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.
Samsung Galaxy F12, which was available in India at Rs 12,999 will be available for purchase at Rs 9,999 via Flipkart Big Savings Days Sale. The budget smartphone features a quad rear camera system, a waterdrop-style display with a 90Hz refresh rate.
Oppo A53 was originally retailing at Rs 15,990 can be bought for Rs 10,990. The smartphone comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 processor and a 5,000mAh battery supported by an 18W fast charger. In addition to this, there is a hole punch design display with 90Hz refresh rate support.
Oppo F17 Pro 8GB RAM variant can be purchased for Rs 14,990 down from Rs 25,990. The handset features dual selfie cameras, quad rear cameras, Super AMOLED display and is supported by 30W fast charging technology.
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The microsite says that there will be up to 10 percent instant discounts on HDFC Bank cards and EMI transactions. Apple iPhone 11 can now be grabbed for Rs 44,999. The iPhone features a 6.1-inch Liquid Retina display and is powered by the company’s latest A13 Bionic chipset. The device ships iOS 13 and it has a dual-camera setup on its back panel with a 12MP wide-angle lens with an f/1.8 aperture and OIS paired with a 12MP ultra-wide-angle sensor that has an f/2.4 aperture and 120-degree field of view.
iQoo 3 8GB RAM with 128GB storage can be purchased for Rs 24,990. This gaming smartphone features a 6.44-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED display and a quad rear camera setup. Additionally, it is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor with a 5G modem. It houses a 4,440mAh battery that is supported by 55W Super FlashCharge technology.
The Poco M3, which was launched in February this year will be available at Rs 9,999 down from its original cost of Rs 12,999. The device comes with a 6,000mAh battery and FullHD+ display waterdrop-style display. The smartphone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset. It will be available in three colour options of Cool Blue, Poco Yellow, and Power Black.
The Samsung Galaxy F62 that was earlier available at Rs 29,999 can now be purchased for Rs 17,999. This phone packs a 7,000mAh battery in addition to the 64-megapixel quad camera set up and is powered by the 7nm Exynos 9825 processor. The smartphone will be available in three colour options of Laser Green, Laser Blue, Laser Grey.
Redmi Note 9 4G RAM option, which was retailing at Rs 14,999 via Flipkart will be available at Rs 10,499 during the Flipkart Big Saving Days sale. The model comes in three colour options Aqua Green, Arctic White, and Pebble Grey. Moreover, there is a 5020mAh battery onboard with 22.5W fast-charging support and a reverse charging feature. In addition to a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and a quad rear camera setup consisting of a 48-megapixel Samsung GM1 main sensor. It ships MIUI custom skin on top of Android 10 OS and is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G85 chipset.
Samsung Galaxy F41 (6GB RAM with 128GB/64GB storage) will be available for Rs 14,999 and Rs 12,999 respectively. The device is powered by an octa-core Exynos 9611 SoC and it runs Android 10 with One UI Core on top. The phone boasts a 6,000mAh battery, features a waterdrop-style design display and a triple rear camera set up. Moreover, the smartphone has a 32-megapixel selfie camera along with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.
Samsung Galaxy F12, which was available in India at Rs 12,999 will be available for purchase at Rs 9,999 via Flipkart Big Savings Days Sale. The budget smartphone features a quad rear camera system, a waterdrop-style display with a 90Hz refresh rate.
Oppo A53 was originally retailing at Rs 15,990 can be bought for Rs 10,990. The smartphone comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 processor and a 5,000mAh battery supported by an 18W fast charger. In addition to this, there is a hole punch design display with 90Hz refresh rate support.
Oppo F17 Pro 8GB RAM variant can be purchased for Rs 14,990 down from Rs 25,990. The handset features dual selfie cameras, quad rear cameras, Super AMOLED display and is supported by 30W fast charging technology.
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The Canalys report points out that in Q1 a surge in the device offerings appeared to be due to subsiding COVID-19 cases. Canalys Analyst Sanyam Chaurasia emphasizes that “It was a quarter to celebrate in India, as every one of the top five vendors grew”.
He further added that “Xiaomi, for example, continued to drive its multi-brand strategy in established online channels, and is now implementing new initiatives to grow its offline presence. For example, its ‘Mi Store on Wheels’ turns road vehicles into mobile stores to reach smaller towns and rural locations. In the premium segment, Apple had a stellar performance in what is traditionally a soft quarter. Following a strong festival quarter, it shipped over a million iPhones in Q1, with demand for the iPhone 12 supported by the local assembly and attractive finance offers, as well as sustained demand for the older iPhone 11. But the market-wide celebration will be short-lived, as a resurgence of COVID-19 in India in Q2 will derail momentum.”
The smartphone shipments in India are also likely to jump in Q2 2021 due to the second wave of COVID-19. As the geographical distribution of cases varies widely, a nationwide lockdown seems unlikely. But regional lockdowns could hamper the transport of raw materials and devices due to limited inter-state travel. Hence, for smartphone brands and channels, building up optimum inventory could prove to be a hurdle in the second half of the year.
On the flipside Varun Kannan, Canalys Analyst also highlighted that unfavourable macroeconomic factors will lead to a rising smartphone ASP. According to the analyst, the combination of the ongoing supply crunch on key imported components and a weaker Rupee will make it increasingly difficult for vendors to maintain margins at current price levels. Therefore impacting the cost, which will hit particularly hard in the sub-US$200 smartphone segment, which accounted for 81% of the market last year.
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The Canalys report points out that in Q1 a surge in the device offerings appeared to be due to subsiding COVID-19 cases. Canalys Analyst Sanyam Chaurasia emphasizes that “It was a quarter to celebrate in India, as every one of the top five vendors grew”.
He further added that “Xiaomi, for example, continued to drive its multi-brand strategy in established online channels, and is now implementing new initiatives to grow its offline presence. For example, its ‘Mi Store on Wheels’ turns road vehicles into mobile stores to reach smaller towns and rural locations. In the premium segment, Apple had a stellar performance in what is traditionally a soft quarter. Following a strong festival quarter, it shipped over a million iPhones in Q1, with demand for the iPhone 12 supported by the local assembly and attractive finance offers, as well as sustained demand for the older iPhone 11. But the market-wide celebration will be short-lived, as a resurgence of COVID-19 in India in Q2 will derail momentum.”
The smartphone shipments in India are also likely to jump in Q2 2021 due to the second wave of COVID-19. As the geographical distribution of cases varies widely, a nationwide lockdown seems unlikely. But regional lockdowns could hamper the transport of raw materials and devices due to limited inter-state travel. Hence, for smartphone brands and channels, building up optimum inventory could prove to be a hurdle in the second half of the year.
On the flipside Varun Kannan, Canalys Analyst also highlighted that unfavourable macroeconomic factors will lead to a rising smartphone ASP. According to the analyst, the combination of the ongoing supply crunch on key imported components and a weaker Rupee will make it increasingly difficult for vendors to maintain margins at current price levels. Therefore impacting the cost, which will hit particularly hard in the sub-US$200 smartphone segment, which accounted for 81% of the market last year.
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