The FiiO X3 has two crystal oscillators, one each for the 44.1kHz and 48kHz frequency multiples. The no-compromise design on this music player ensures least crackling and uppermost accuracy for playback of melody at all sample rates. The FiiO X3 second gen is available on most offline and online stores for Rs 14,599. FiiO launches X3 second gen music player in India for Rs 14,599
We still remember the time when the world saw Steve Jobs showcasing the first iPod. The music player industry has come a long way since then. The latest to enter the Indian music market is FiiO X3 second generation music player.
This player has got a new design and upgraded circuit system that will give better resonance to its listeners. FiiO X3 music player supports popular playback formats such as WAV, FLAC, APE, WMA, ALAC, and AIFF. It weighs 135 grams and has 2,600 mAh battery, which can be charged using the micro USB port. For storage users can insert up to 128 GB MicroSD card in this music player. FiiO X3 second gen also has a 2-inch colour screen on it.
The FiiO X3 has two crystal oscillators, one each for the 44.1kHz and 48kHz frequency multiples. The no-compromise design on this music player ensures least crackling and uppermost accuracy for playback of melody at all sample rates. The FiiO X3 second gen is available on most offline and online stores for Rs 14,599.
The FiiO X3 has two crystal oscillators, one each for the 44.1kHz and 48kHz frequency multiples. The no-compromise design on this music player ensures least crackling and uppermost accuracy for playback of melody at all sample rates. The FiiO X3 second gen is available on most offline and online stores for Rs 14,599. SnapDeal sent an interesting infographic that shows Micromax and InFocus are ruling the mobile market
SnapDeal celebrated the Indian Mobile Day on 25 May, where they sold hundreds of mobiles to Indian customers through their app and website. They sent out an infographic that shows Micromax and InFocus mobiles were the most popular brands in North and South India respectively (during the sale). 70% of the mobiles purchased ran Android OS and selfie phones were exceptionally popular.
Other Key Findings:
- 75% of sales were for budget phones priced below INR 10,000
- 34% of sales accounted by tier III cities
- 40% of sales occurred on APP platform
- Sold 10X more than the average day’s sales
- 80% customers bought selfie phones
- 40% share of sales in Punjab were accounted for by iPhones
- 55% sales in Bihar were driven through APP
- 45% of sales in Delhi were for premium phones
- 40% of Tier III sales were driven through APP same as Tier I
- Most popular brand in the North MICROMAX
- Most popular brand in the South INFOCUS
Sony Xperia C4 first look and hands on Video
Here is the first look video of Sony Xperia C4.
Inside, the Sony Xperia C4 has a MediaTek 1.7 GHz Octa-core CPU combined with 2 GB RAM and 16 GB on-board memory. Like the M4 this phone also has an additional slot to upgrade storage. However, the Sony Xperia C4 is not water proof. The phone is powered by a 2,600 mAh battery, which is supposed to give the users over 12 hours of talk time. A 13 MP auto focus camera comes as part of the package. The price is still not out.
HP launches two new laptops in India
Finally, we see HP back at the front of the table. They launched two new laptops in India. The first one is called HP Omen, which is built specifically for gamers. The main USP of this laptop, besides being built for extreme performance, is that it has Bang and Olufsen speaker system within.
Made for the ultimate gaming experience HP Omen comes with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M 4GB gaming graphics and an Intel Core i7 Quad Core processor, along with a 1920 x 1080 full high definition display. The HP Omen features a customizable back-lit keyboard with six programmable function keys and weighs just 2.12kgs. The HP Omen is also 19.9mm thick.
“By introducing new range of notebooks with Bang and Olufsen, HP is looking to blend high end technology seamlessly into the lifestyle of the new age consumer enabling the consumers enjoy rich and immersive audio experience,” said Ketan Patel, director personal systems, Printing and Personal Systems, HP India. “We are thrilled to work with Bang & Olufsen to create exceptional sound experiences for customers through HP Notebooks.”
The next notebook is for the music lovers. Called the HP Pavillion 15 with B&O play, this notebook comes with a Full HD display, fifth generation Intel Core CPU’s and gradient dual tone finish.
“Bang & Olufsen and B&O PLAY have had an unprecedented legacy of delivering great music and audio experiences to its patrons via various forms of media. We are extremely thrilled to partner with a global IT brand like HP to deliver seamless audio experience through their latest Pavilion notebooks. Having integrating Bang & Olufsen systems with luxury automotive brands such as Aston Martin, BMW, Audi & Mercedes AMG; this new collaboration is the hallmark and extension of Bang & Olufsen’s philosophy of engaging with consumer’s lifestyle at a new levels.” said Gaganmeet Singh, MD, Bang & Olufsen India.
The HP Omen does demand the users to shell out a lot. One can get it for Rs 1,59,990. However, the HP Pavillion 15 with B&O play is available for a modest Rs 44,490.
Sony Xperia M4 Aqua First Look Video
Sony launched the Xperia M4 Aqua. Here is the first look of the phone. Stay tuned as we brings you the review of the device very soon.
Sony Xperia M4 Aqua and Xperia C4 get launched in India
After long we saw Sony holding a press conference to launch a phone. Today they launched not one but two phones in the Indian market. The first one to come from their factory is the Sony Xperia M4 Aqua. This phone is the mid-segment smartphone, which is water and dust proof. One can dunk the phone in water and nothing will happen to it.
Sony Xperia M4 Aqua was showcased first at MWC 2015 and got some rave comments from reviewers all over the world. This phone has a 5-inch IPS display, which supports HD graphics. Sony Xperia M4 Aqua is powered by a 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 Octa-core 1.5 GHz CPU that comes with 2 GB RAM and 16 GB Memory. Memory can be upgraded with the help of a microSD card. The Sony Xperia M4 Aqua also has 13 MP rear camera as well as 5 MP front shooter. Sony claims that this phone is exceptional when it comes to low light and dark room photography.
The next phone in line is the Sony Xperia C4. This is the upgrade the C3 and Sony emphasised on the fact that the C4 is built for selfie lovers. The Xperia C4 has a 5.5-inch touchscreen that has 5 MP front clicker with LED flash on top. Now this is the first of its kind that we have seen on a mainstream phone.
Inside the Sony Xperia C4 has a MediaTek 1.7 GHz Octa-core CPU combined with 2 GB RAM and 16 GB on-board memory. Like the M4 this phone also has an additional slot to upgrade storage. However, the Sony Xperia C4 is not water proof. The phone is powered by a 2,600 mAh battery, which is supposed to give the users over 12 hours of talk time. A 13 MP auto focus camera comes as part of the package.
The Sony Xperia M4 is available for Rs 23,990 as MOP and the price of Xperia C4 is still being set.
Celkon Campus Q405 available exclusively on Snapdeal for Rs 3,199
Not many of you might have heard of a Celkon smartphone, but it does exist. Based in Hyderabad, this company has launched couple of devices in the Indian market so far, and Campus Q405 is the most recent one. Celkon Campus Q405 is a 3G-enabled, dual SIM smartphone currently retailing on Snapdeal and is priced at a modest Rs 3,199. The phone would be available exclusively on the e-commerce website.
It is an Android device running on the Android 4.4.2 version. It is not a powerful machine as far as its specs are concerned, but for the price it is offering an okay-ish configuration. You get 4-inch HVGA display, 1.2 GHz quad-core processor, dual cameras, expandable memory up to 32 GB, and 1500mAh batter. For connectivity it has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. For the basic user who wants jump onto the smartphone bandwagon, this phone could be the right stepping stone
Soon Kejriwal will give free Internet to Delhi!
Free Wi-Fi was one of the promises that the Aam Aadmi Party made when it contested the Delhi Lok Sabha elections for the second time. But, no concrete steps were being taken to give Delhiites what they were promised; and no, we are not talking about other amenities but just the Internet. Now, it seems Mr Arvind Kejriwal has decided to gift Delhiites free Wi-Fi access by February next year.
Really? Next year? That’s a long wait right, but better late than never. So, hopefully we will all be accessing free Wi-Fi at prominent public places in and Delhi. But, before you start jumping with joy, we would like to tell that this facility would be given to residents on the basis of limited data usage.
The government might float an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the project by the end of this month, and ask companies to submit their Request for Proposal (RfP) in June.
So, while the infrastructure gets up and running, what Delhi government would let you access for free using Wi-Fi includes: browsing, social media websites (Facebook/Twitter), email, WhatsApp and other basic services. However, you might have to pay for watching videos, video chat and downloading content.
“We will work on ensuring a minimum speed of 512Kbps to each user to make it a better experience. We will be very strict on user experience and uninterrupted service,” Parliamentary Secretary to Minister of IT, Adarsh Shastri told PTI.
The government is considering fixing the data usage to 50MB per day but a call is yet to be taken in that regard.
The best and top Cloud Storage Services one can buy instantly
Cloud storage along with its wide range of software applications has paved its way to new digital era. Both businesses and personal users are enraptured with the idea of having access to their digital baggage at any point of time from any location. Indian Cloud Computing market is at the threshold of escalation and is anticipated to increase its market share manifold, leading to Cloud Wars.
The many players in the market can make decision making to the right cloud a tedious task. The factors that need to be evaluated depend upon the need of the user, integration with various operating systems and mobile apps, security, speed, storage space, pricing of additional cloud, apps available etc. Below are alphabetical listed, ten popular cloud vendors with their strengths and weaknesses.
Apple iCloud Drive
- Free Storage – 5GB
- Price – 20GB for 99 cents per month, 200GB for $3.99 per month and $19.99 per month for 1TB
- File Size Limit – 15GB
- Operating Systems – Mac, Windows, Web, iOS
- Strengths – Well integrated with Apple office apps, easy to install on Windows computers, has a good Web interface, account included with an iOS or OS X devise.
- Weaknesses – Expensive especially for increased storage, lacks ease of use, centralizing files gets difficult even with Apple apps.
- Free Storage – 10GB
- Price – $5 per month per user for 100GB of storage space, $60 per annum.
- File Size Limit – 250MB with free account, 2GB with starter account.
- Operating Systems– Windows, Mac, Linux (partial), Android, BlackBerry, iOS, Web, Windows phone.
- Strengths– Compatible with other services, quick responsive apps, efficient file syncing easy to use, well designed for collaboration, online tools for creating or commenting on documents, allows integration with a wide range of apps and services
- Weakness – not a complete solution for an online office suite.
- Free Storage – None
- Price – $8.77 per month per user for 5GB, $105.24 per annum.
- File Size Limit – 2GB
- Operating Systems – Windows, Mac, Linux, Web, Android, iOS.
- Strengths – Security (safe messaging and secure file sharing), certified for HIPAA and other standards, easy to use, microEncryption technology, highly scalable, from individual to any size of business., Administrator console for user management.
- Weaknesses – Entire folder needs to be shared and not just the file, File transfer protected only by SSL, possible to accidentally remove administrative power from all users.
- Free Storage – If storage is supplied by the user it is free (whether attached to your computer or on the internet).
- Price – Unlimited storage for $59.99 per year, $149.99 per year family plan has unlimited storage.
- File Size limit – None
- Operating Systems – Windows, Mac, Linux, Web, Android, iOS, Windows phone.
- Strengths – Backup to your remote computers, fast, easy to use, and very flexible, well designed interface, unlimited storage plan, fast file processing and uploading, strong security options
- Weakness – Limited Web and mobile interface, no file sharing, no file explorer integration.
- Free Storage– 2GB
- Price – Dropbox Pro: $9.99 per month or $ 99 perb annum for 1TB of space. Business: $ 15 per month per user, with a minimum of 5 users.
- File Size Limit – 10GB, unlimited with Desktop clients.
- Operating systems– Windows,- Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, iOS, Android, Symbian, BlackBerry, OS, MeeGo Harmattan, Windows iPhone and web browsers.
- Strengths – Compatibility with other services, dependable serve r(no downtime), Seamless file synchronization, wide array of apps for various operating systems, easy to install, file sharing, allows access to deleted files, tight OS integration.
- Weaknesses – Collaboration of files and their location.
- Free Storage – 15GB
- Price – $1.99 per month for 100GB, 1TB for $9.99 per month and $119.88 per annum.
- File Size Limit – 5TB
- Operating systems – Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Web, Chrome.
- Strengths – Extremely efficient collaborative office suite, includes file syncing and offline access to documents, built in OCR technology searches PDF’s, images,etc.
- Weaknesses – No de-duping tools for photos, privacy can be a concern, since it’s a Google product.
- Free Storage -2GB
- Price – $15.99 per user per month gives unlimited storage (professional account), unlimited for $191.88 per annum.
- File Size Limit – 250MB with free account, 10GB with professional account.
- Operating Systems –
- Strengths – E- signature and provides confirmation of file delivery, includes simple file syncing, wide range of security features for file sharing.
- Weaknesses – Integration with other services and storage repositories, need at least two apps and the web or a mobile app to use completely.
- Free Storage – 5GB
- Price – 1TB storage for $59.50 per year
- File Size Limit – None
- Operating Systems – Windows, Mac, web, Android, iOS, Windows Phone, Linux/Unix
- Strengths – Continuous backup, disc image backup, easy to set up, can use unlimited devices in one account, folder syncing, file archiving, file explorer integration, hard drive for mailing in data.
- Weaknesses – Slightly slow in performance.
- Free Storage – 15GB
- Price – 1TB for $83.88 per year.
- File Size Limit – 10GB
- Operating Systems – Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Web, Windows Phone, Windows Tablet, Xbox..
- Strengths – Collaboration, Microsoft office 365 included with 1TB purchase., clear interface, web interface to all files and media, can get any file from a PC, excellent photo presentation and slideshows and tagging, low cost. Flexible, clients for Mac, iOS, Android and Windows.
- Weaknesses – Search in iOS and Android apps is not possible, No audio streaming or playing.
- Free Storage – None
- Price – 100GB for $9.99 per month or $74.99 per year, 500GB for $39.99 per month or $249.99 for the first year and discounted to $124.99 in the next year.
- File Size Limit – None
- Operating Systems – Windows, Mac, Android, iOS, Windows Phone, BlackBerry, Simbian.
- Strengths – Simplicity, ease of use, more intuitive than other file syncing services, able to access 5 previous versions of a file, good apps.
- Weaknesses – No free account and pricing not very competitive to other players.
Top 5 Point and Shoot Cameras with Wi-Fi to accompany you on the holiday
There are tons of cameras out there in the market for beginners. They come in all shapes, sizes and colours. Some can zoom as high as 30 times (30X), while some have a larger than life LCD screen to preview pictures on. The choice in cameras is pretty hard and one really does get confused on which one to pick. Now Wi-Fi has also been added to the cameras that enables the users to Geo tag the images, upload images et al. Here is our pick of top point and shoot cameras for beginners that also have the Wi-Fi functionality and will be a great vacation companion.
Canon Powershot S200 (Rs 19,995)
We just love this camera. It has everything that one wants to start with. The design is pretty cool as you get new dial control system around the lens on the Canon Powershot 200. This camera has a 10.1 MP sensor that can capture images at 3,648 x 2,736 pixels resolution. The lens can optically zoom 5 times (5X) and this camera also features a 3-inch LCD. The batteries within this camera can take up to 200 shots or can record 50 minutes of HD video.
Sony DSC-WX300 (Rs 17,990)
We still remember the first thin digital camera that we ever held. It was from the Sony T series called the T1. This was in the late 1990’s. Times have changed and new things have been thrown in the digital camera arena. However, what Sony has maintained to retain is the thin form factor. The Sony DSC-WX300 is an exceptional camera well-suited for beginners and amateurs. This digi-cam has an 18.2 MP CMOS image sensor and can zoom by up to 20X optically. This is good for outdoor shoots and wildlife photography as you can capture far away objects with ease. Of course we recommend the use of a tripod if you are clicking a picture above 8-10X zoom. It has lot shooting modes that will suit your daily and holiday requirements.
Nikon Coolpix S9700 (Rs 16,950)
This camera underwent a price drop recently and is now available for few thousand Rupees less. Nikon has managed to keep this camera very slim. Within the 1.4-inches thickness this camera is able to hide a 16 MP sensor powered lens, which can zoom 30 times optically. This is massive for a camera this small. With Wi-Fi users can control the camera with smart devices wirelessly. Battery life is quite good, as after a full charge S9700 is able to click 300 images or shoot over 1 hour of HD videos. Panorama mode is available too, if users want to capture the whole picture.
Nikon Coolpix AW130 (Rs 17,950)
We all know when we go outdoors, the chances of damaging the camera gets doubled. Here is a point and shoot camera that is dust proof, drop proof and water proof. You can take excellent images under water with this sleek camera from Nikon. Available in a wide variety of colours, including our favourite orange, the Nikon Coolpix AW130 has a 16 MP sensor with a lens that can zoom 5X optically. Users get a 3-inch screen at the back to preview images on. For storage the camera does come with an 8 GB SD card in the box. On board NFC and Wi-Fi is also available to make sharing and capturing an easy process. This one is a great camera for outdoors.
Samsung WB50F (Rs 15,900)
Samsung has been in the cameras market from quite some time now. A brilliant camera from their stables is the WB50F. This camera looks brilliant in white colour and has the latest machinery inside. WB50F has a 16 MP sensor inside supported by a decent 12X optical zoom lens. A 3-inch LCD comes at the back accompanied with quick access buttons. This camera is not super compact, however Samsung has managed to cramp all the good stuff in a small size. Wi-Fi and NFC are part of the package, to quickly take care of the sharing and uploading needs.
Canon Powershot S200 (Rs 19,995)
We just love this camera. It has everything that one wants to start with. The design is pretty cool as you get new dial control system around the lens on the Canon Powershot 200. This camera has a 10.1 MP sensor that can capture images at 3,648 x 2,736 pixels resolution. The lens can optically zoom 5 times (5X) and this camera also features a 3-inch LCD. The batteries within this camera can take up to 200 shots or can record 50 minutes of HD video.
Sony DSC-WX300 (Rs 17,990)
We still remember the first thin digital camera that we ever held. It was from the Sony T series called the T1. This was in the late 1990’s. Times have changed and new things have been thrown in the digital camera arena. However, what Sony has maintained to retain is the thin form factor. The Sony DSC-WX300 is an exceptional camera well-suited for beginners and amateurs. This digi-cam has an 18.2 MP CMOS image sensor and can zoom by up to 20X optically. This is good for outdoor shoots and wildlife photography as you can capture far away objects with ease. Of course we recommend the use of a tripod if you are clicking a picture above 8-10X zoom. It has lot shooting modes that will suit your daily and holiday requirements.
Nikon Coolpix S9700 (Rs 16,950)
This camera underwent a price drop recently and is now available for few thousand Rupees less. Nikon has managed to keep this camera very slim. Within the 1.4-inches thickness this camera is able to hide a 16 MP sensor powered lens, which can zoom 30 times optically. This is massive for a camera this small. With Wi-Fi users can control the camera with smart devices wirelessly. Battery life is quite good, as after a full charge S9700 is able to click 300 images or shoot over 1 hour of HD videos. Panorama mode is available too, if users want to capture the whole picture.
Nikon Coolpix AW130 (Rs 17,950)
We all know when we go outdoors, the chances of damaging the camera gets doubled. Here is a point and shoot camera that is dust proof, drop proof and water proof. You can take excellent images under water with this sleek camera from Nikon. Available in a wide variety of colours, including our favourite orange, the Nikon Coolpix AW130 has a 16 MP sensor with a lens that can zoom 5X optically. Users get a 3-inch screen at the back to preview images on. For storage the camera does come with an 8 GB SD card in the box. On board NFC and Wi-Fi is also available to make sharing and capturing an easy process. This one is a great camera for outdoors.
Samsung WB50F (Rs 15,900)
Samsung has been in the cameras market from quite some time now. A brilliant camera from their stables is the WB50F. This camera looks brilliant in white colour and has the latest machinery inside. WB50F has a 16 MP sensor inside supported by a decent 12X optical zoom lens. A 3-inch LCD comes at the back accompanied with quick access buttons. This camera is not super compact, however Samsung has managed to cramp all the good stuff in a small size. Wi-Fi and NFC are part of the package, to quickly take care of the sharing and uploading needs.