Twitter will start educating people about its micro blogging platform soon
Twitter is feeling the need to educate people on how they can make the most of their micro blogging site. The idea is to get non Twitter users to bring on to its platform and start engaging with the world.
As per an article published on Australia’s Sunday Morning Herald, Twitter, which has recently seen its CEO walk out, is preparing for a new marketing campaign to make people understand its value.
To start off the campaign, twitter will be developing a new feature called Project Lightning that will organise content around live events. So, what else would this feature help Twitter do?
The Sunday Morning Herald informs, Twitter will be able to curate photos, videos and updates for an audience whether they have an account or not, using a mix of human editors and algorithms. That could appeal to people who don’t want to go through the trouble of setting up an account and figuring out whom to follow.
However, the Australian daily couldn’t find any official announcement of the new happening.
Amazon launches New Kindle Paperwhite for Rs 10,999
Amazon has recently launched the new Kindle Paperwhite. The new Kindle Paperwhite comes with 300 pixels per inch display that can be seen on the Kindle Voyage. The display delivers laser-quality text, which makes it easy for a user to read it at any font size. It also includes smaller fonts so that a user can easily fit more words on each page. Amazon claims that Kindle Paperwhite has a great battery life that is measured in weeks rather than hours.
Amazon also says that the newly introduced Bookerly font is a warm and is a contemporary font designed from the ground up for reading on digital screens. It is light and has a more graceful look. It also outperforms other digital reading fonts that help a user to read the text faster with less eyestrain.
Jeff Bezos, Amazon Founder and CEO said “We love inventing for readers, the new Kindle Paperwhite obsesses over the details that matter most to readers—we’ve added our highest-resolution display so the words are crisp and clear on the page, a new font that is crafted exclusively for reading Kindle books, and a new typesetting engine that makes pages beautiful. Together, these details help you read faster and with less eyestrain, so you can lose yourself in the author’s world.”
With the new Kindle Paperwhite, some improvements like hyphenation to break words at the right place, creates paragraphs with consistent lines and adjusts the space between words can be seen.
This device not only improves character placement, but also provides a better reading experience with large fonts. This new typesetting engine uses drop caps, text and images on the Kindle. Kindle Paperwhite automatically adjusts the largest font sizes and customize the margins, columns, indents, nested lists, borders and drop caps, which makes it easy for a reader to read the text.
Amazon has priced the new Kindle Paperwhite Wi-Fi version at Rs 10,999 and the new Kindle Paperwhite Wi-Fi+3G version at Rs 13,999.
Micromax launches slimmest 4G enabled smartphone Canvas Sliver 5 for Rs 17,999
The domestic smartphone manufacturer Micromax has launched the slimmest smartphone of the company dubbed as Canvas Sliver 5. The device comes with 5.1mm thickness and has been priced for Rs 17,999. The smartphone will be come in White and Black colour options and will be available in the market from the first week of July.
Talking about the specifications, the smartphone flaunts a 4.8-inch AMOLED display with 1280×720 pixels resolution protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The device runs on Android 5.0 Lollipop operating system and is powered by a 1.2GHz Quad-Core Snapdragon 410 processor. The smartphone comes with Single nano SIM support and offers 2GB of RAM.
The Canvas Sliver 5 has an inbuilt storage of 16GB which cannot be expanded any further. The device sports an 8.0-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and a 5.0-megapixel front facing camera for video calling. The connectivity options in the device include 4G, LTE, 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS and it packs in a 2,000 mAh battery.
Speaking about the device, Vineet Taneja, CEO, Micromax Informatics Pvt. Ltd. said, “At Micromax, we have been consistently working on the design language of our devices to align them with the evolving needs of new-age consumers, and addressing them before anyone else in the eco-system. The Canvas Sliver 5 is a testimony to this vision, bringing together the elements of unmatched design, style and performance in one device as a result of diligent efforts of our R&D team to find the perfect balance. Our association with Hugh Jackman for the smartphone truly embodies the aspirational and fearless persona of the brand Micromax.”
The company has also launched an Onsite Care service with the device. As per the new service it will offer a pick up your phone for service and delivers it back within 7 days.
Panasonic launches a new range of headphones in India
Panasonic has recently launched a new range of headphones, which are very different from each other in many ways. These new headphones are called: Technics Pro DJ headphones, Enhanced Bass Sound headphones, Bluetooth headphones, Noise Cancelling headphones and Sports headphones.
Technics Pro DJ Headphones
The Technics Pro DJ is also known as RP-DJ1210. These headphones are specially built for the professional DJ’s, producers, musicians and music-loving consumers. These headphones are designed to produce unsurpassed sound quality. The Panasonic Technics headphones provides a user with unique style, ultimate comfort and rugged durability. These headphones have a wide, padded headband that offers comfort to a user. The closed-ear design ensures users hear every note clearly. The company has priced the Technics Pro DJ Headphones (RP-DJ1210) for Rs 13,999.
Key Features of Technics Pro DJ Headphones (RP-DJ1210)
- Wearing Style: Around Ear
- Compatibility: Coiled durable cords for pro-usage, 41mm pro driver units and frequency response 5 Hz-30 KHz
- Colour: Black
- Wearing Style: Around Ear
- Compatibility: 32mm drivers, frequency response 9 Hz-25 KHz and tangle fee flat cable
- Colour: Black
- Wearing Style: Around Ear
- Compatibility: 40mm premium drivers, aptX for superior music streaming, convex remote keys on housing and NFC for easy pairing
- Colour: Black
- Wearing Style: Around Ear
- Compatibility: New NC circuit for superb cancelling effect, robust construction for travel usage, ergonomic ear-pads for long comfort, frequency response 10 Hz-25 KHz and 40 hrs operation time with 1xAAA alkaline battery
- Colour: Black
- Wearing Style: On Ear
- Compatibility: 3mm driver unit and frequency response 10 Hz-25 KHz
- Colours: Available in blue, orange, black, purple and white
Opera Software launches Opera Max Data Management App in India and Bangladesh
Opera Software, recently launched a wonderful app called Opera Max in India and Bangladesh. Opera max is a free, data-management & data-saving app that extends a user data plan.
With Opera Max, a user can easily manage the data not only on mobile networks, but on Wi-Fi networks, as well. Opera Max provides data savings by compressing videos, photos, media and more on most apps and websites – without any noticeable loss of quality. It gives a fast and efficient web experience. A user can easily monitor how apps are using their data. With Opera Max, a user can also track the non-essential apps that are using valuable data without their knowledge and block them.
Opera Max is the first app that compresses videos. This compression allows users to spend less data while gaining more time to watch videos on the web. Opera Max can condense a 10 MB video down to 3 MB and significantly reduce instances of video buffering without any noticeable loss of quality.
This app can be easily downloaded from the Google Play Store. All non-encrypted data requests (excluding websites and apps with HTTPS connections) are sent through Opera’s compression servers, which optimize video, images and websites to use less data. This is a good app for people who use there smartphones to surf the net all the time.
Netgear launches first smart and wireless home security system in India
NETGEAR has recently launched a new Arlo Smart Home Security Camera. The company claims it to be the first 100 percent wireless WiFi security camera with crystal-clear, high definition video. A user can easily monitor their home from every possible angle from inside or from the outside. These smart cameras are also equipped with night vision. Over that, this camera not only is battery-operated with true wireless design, but also has weatherproof construction, which provides a user the ability to set up a camera wherever they want.
With the help of the internet on PC, tablet, mobile phone or laptop, a user can easily use the free Arlo app. This enables a user to watch live streamed or recorded videos, see motion event recordings, customize activity alerts and arm/disarm motion-sensors.
The Arlo Smart Home Security Camera Kit includes two HD outdoor cameras equipped with motion sensors, a smart home base station that can also “talk” to other connected devices, four magnetic dome mounts – two for securing each camera wherever a user needs it, and two extra mounts for moving the camera around the home. A Free app is also available for displaying and managing the cameras and video from iOS or Android smartphones, tablets, laptops etc.
Subhodeep Bhattacharya, Regional Director – India and South Asia at NETGEAR said “With the explosive growth and early adoption of the Internet of Things, consumers are telling us they value smart devices that help them monitor property and loved ones to give them peace of mind. But not everyone needs a professionally-monitored, expensive security system with 24/7 surveillance, and on-call personnel. Furthermore, people want to place cameras in places where a power outlet is difficult to come by. Arlo is the only camera that can deliver secure monitoring in HD, without the need for a power outlet at all. Because the camera is battery operated, you can take it anywhere inside an unobstructed perimeter of up to 150 feet from the base station. Because it’s easy to initialize with a push of a button, setup is super easy.”
The company has priced the Arlo Smart Home Security Camera Kit for Rs 35,000 (Tax additional).
Tech Specs Arlo Smart Home Security Camera
- Wire-free design for easy placement and convenient relocation from room to room
- 720p resolution with a wide 130-degree field of view
- Night vision
- Robust, weatherproofed double-shell case for maximum protection from sun, wind, rain, snow and curious pets and children
- Motion sensors activate customizable alerts for real-time email or app notifications
- Easy setup with magnetic mounts
- Ultra-low power consumption with long-lasting battery life up to 6 months
- Secure cloud storage infrastructure and up to four concurrent camera streams to mobile or desktop browsers
- Free app for iOS and Android smartphones and tablets and for the Kindle for watching live streamed or recorded videos
Microsoft introduces online store on Snapdeal
The tech giant Microsoft has entered into partnership with Snapdeal. As part of this association Microsoft will be introducing its official online store to Snapdeal. This will enables the customers to purchase wide variety of Microsoft products like PCs, smartphones and tablets online easily.
Speaking about the same, Sharlin Thayil, Group OEM Director Microsoft India, said, “Increasingly consumers are going online to shop for a number of things, including mobiles, devices, software and accessories. We therefore see tremendous opportunity in delivering MS products and services through our online store to these customers. Our latest store on Snapdeal will help us reach more such customers and offer excellent choice, value and service that customers expect from Microsoft stores.”
The store will allow Microsoft to manage its products selection, promotions and launches according to the needs and requirements of the users. Before introducing this store, Microsoft has also introduced a similar store with Amazon India as well.
Tony Navin, Senior Vice President, Electronics and Home at Snapdeal, said, “We are pleased to be partnering with Microsoft in opening their online store on Snapdeal. This unique, self-contained store built by Snapdeal will allow users seamless accessibility of Microsoft’s unified portfolio of phones, tablets, PCs and Microsoft software, all from the comfort of their homes,”
WickedLeak Wammy Note 4 with 13MP camera, Octa-Core SoC launched at Rs 14,990
The domestic smartphone manufacturer WickedLeak has launched Wammy Note 4 a successor of the last year launched Wammy Note 3. The company has priced the device for Rs 14,990 and it will available in Black and White colour options. The manufacturer is also offering an optional Aquaprotect Water Resistant Technology at Rs 1,500 which will help in sustaining the smartphone for more than 30 minutes in water.
Talking about the device, Aditya Mehta, CEO, Wickedleak Inc. Said, “Following the success of Wammy Note 3, we are proud to introduce Wammy Note 4 smartphone. Wickedleak has always believed in providing the best specifications at the best price. With Wammy Note 4, we bring the high end smartphone experience in the price of a mid-range device.”
The WickedLeak Wammy Note 4 features a 5.5-inch Full HD display with 1920×1080 pixels resolution. The device offer dual SIM functionality and runs on Android 4.4 KitKat operating system which is upgradable to 5.0 Lollipop. The smartphone is powered by a 1.7GHz octa-core MediaTek processor coupled with 3GB of RAM. The internal storage of the device stands at 16GB which can be expanded up to 64GB via microSD card.
The Wammy Note 4 sports a 13.0-megpaixel rear camera with LED flash and 5.0-megapixel front facing camera for clicking selfies. The smartphone packs in a 3,250 mAh battery and offers 4G, LTE, 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS as connectivity options.
Gionee Elife S7, A Super Slim Smartphone with the latest Android Lollipop OS (Review)
Gionee have launched some great mobile phones in India. Last year we saw the Gionee Elife S5.5 from the brand and it was a wonderful device. Now they have recently launched another version of the mobile phone. This is the Gionee Elife S7, which is a fabulous smartphone to work with.
Design
The Gionee Elife S7 is available in black, white and blue colours. We received the black unit for review. The Elife S7’s body is supported by a U-shaped frame made from aviation-grade aluminium magnesium alloy. This frame curves gently at the four corners. The screen has Corning Gorilla Glass 3 over it. The mobile phone is extremely sleek, it is just 5.5mm thick and has 126.5g weight. The Elife S7 has a 5.2-inch FHD SUPER AMOLED display and is very comfortable to use with just one hand.
The battery is non removable, so the users cannot replace it by themselves. The Elife S7 can accommodate two Micro SIM cards. The SIM slot is on the left side of the mobile phone. The power button is located on the right side of the phone along with the volume key. The USB port and a 3.5mm audio port are located at the bottom of the phone. The primary camera is on the top left (rear) of the mobile phone, which comes with the LED flash. A neat pair of headphones also come in the box for music lovers.
Performance
Gionee Elife S7 has the 1.7GHz octa-core processor that comes along with 2 GB of RAM for applications and services. The users also get 16 GB of internal memory to store files but there is no slot for a memory card. All this runs on the Mediatek MT6752. For graphics a Mali-T760MP2 is also on board.
The primary camera of Elife S7 can capture 13-megapixel still images and 1080p videos. For selfies, there is an 8-megapixel secondary camera. The camera app has a lot of good features, which comes with many options. These include a fairly professional mode that allows control over the exposure, ISO, white balance, aperture and focus.
There is also a Magic Focus mode that allows precise control over the area of focus after photos have been captured. Another exciting feature is the Chameleon feature, which allows a user to capture any colour through the camera and apply it on to the theme and system interface. The camera captures really detailed pictures and is also a fast shooter, but in low light and dark areas, it becomes a bit sloppy. The 8-megapixel front camera, on the other hand, needs sufficient amount of light for a good click.
Music apps and video galleries ran beautifully. Talking about which, the audio quality is very fine. The supplied headphones get the job done and one can hear the beats clearly. Screen, image and video quality is above average. The place where the phone stresses a bit is gaming. You can’t play games for too long on the mobile phone because the phone gets slightly warm while playing.
Moving on to its battery life, Gionee Elife S7 does manage to stay awake for a long duration. With 2700 mAh battery inside it, we did give us between 24 to 27 hours after a full charge (under nominal use).
We tested the phone out with Quadrant and it managed a score of 15,927 points, which is a pretty good score for this mobile phone.
Verdict
Gionee Elife S7 is definitely built for the masses. The voice quality is very good and a user can easily hear stuff without any problem. We did like the looks and the slim design of the phone. It has some great features too, which are appreciable. It has the latest Android Lollipop 5.0. The Gionee Elife S7 can be picked up for MRP Rs 25,999. One can also get the mobile phone for Rs 22,500 (MOP) at any online retail store.
Pros
Excellent performance
Brilliant screen
Exceptional battery life
Cons
Battery not removable
Cameras could have been better
No slot for memory card
Gets heated up while playing games
Telecom Minister Prasad asks telcos to put their act together, asks them to offer quality services to consumers
If you often face network connectivity and call drop issues with your existing telecom service provider, then this news would bring in some hope. Union Telecom Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad had yesterday asked mobile operators to walk the extra mile to reinforce their systems as they have enough spectrum to provide telephony services without interruption.
Telcos, who fail to do so, might face disincentives in the coming days. The minister has asked sectoral regulator TRAI to suggest a disincentive mechanism to tackle the call drop problem, but he didn’t revel what kind of disincentive would be involved—financial or otherwise.
In a PTI report, he was quoted saying, “…this argument I don’t appreciate, enough spectrum is available, what is important for them is to reinforce. (This) call drop issue needs to be addressed by the operators, whether BSNL or private ones because consumers want no call
drops. Now I would appreciate if telecom operators earnestly addressed this problem.”
The minister also tried to put industry’s concern over installation of mobile towers to rest by saying this: “I have already spoken publicly about this campaign on the tower issue and I want to repeat that there is no tangible evidence of any harmful effect. Therefore, call drop allegations and campaign against tower installation can’t go hand in hand.”