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Author: Sahil Kapoor

  • Beyond Smartwatches, Samsung Is Developing AR Smart glasses

    Beyond Smartwatches, Samsung Is Developing AR Smart glasses

    Over half a decade ago, Google unveiled the “Project Glass” branded smart glasses which were one of the first devices in the AR (augemented reality) segment. Six years later, world’s number one smartphone manufacturer, Samsung has also gained patent for an AR smartglass which has a visionary approach. 

    According to the patent, the design of the Samsung AR glass is similar to a conventional sunglass. But the left and right temples that extend over the ear to help hold device in place are quite chunky. Moreover, the whole smart glass device can fold into half which will allow for easy storage. 

    Clearly, all the essential components like the battery and procesor will be housed in the thick temple. In stead of having a conventionaly screen for displaying information, the Samsung AR features a projcetor which with the help of a prism, projects the infromation on the right side glass. Therefore, the data displayed on the device will remain right infront of the user’s vision, whilst still allowing them to see through and look at objects behind without any obstruction.

    The display can be toggled with the help of a small square shaped switch which is placed on top of the right ear temple. In addition, the patent suggests that the Samsung AR glasses have a whole host of sensors which are include proximity sensor, an infrared sensor, biometric sensor, temperature sensor, humidity sensor, gyro sensor, an atmospheric pressure sensor, magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, and even a grip sensor. 

    The Samsung AR glasses also have a built in camera which would be used of capturing images and videos. Moreover, the same camera sensor will allow the device to provide augmented reality capabilities like quickly scanning a product and showing a listing for it on Amazon.

    Also Read: Xiaomi Mi A3 Android One Smartphone Official Images Leaked

    Conclusively, the Samsung AR smartglass looks like a bold move into the future. Sadly, any concrete information about the launch of the device is currently unavailable, therefore, we will have to wait until Samsung itself provides information about the device.

  • The 2019 iPhone XR Looks Stunning In Lavender And Green

    The 2019 iPhone XR Looks Stunning In Lavender And Green

    The iPhone XR which was first released in the year 2018 has turned out to the best selling smartphone for Apple in the current update cycle. In comparison to the flagship grade, iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max, the economical handset has a LCD display versus an OLED and a single camera on the back versus two.

    Falling into the footsteps of the original iPhone XR, the company is bound to launch an upgraded handset soon. Surprisingly, the upcoming device will not only differ in terms of just specifications, but Apple will also introduce two new colour options for the device while phasing out two colour variants which were unveiled with its predecessor.Apple iPhone XR 2019 Green And Lavender

    With the 2019 iPhone XR (name not confirmed), Apple will introduce Green and Lavender colour variants which will replace the Coral and Blue colour variants. In addition, the device will allegedly be available in White, Red and Black colour options.

    In terms of optics, the 2019 iPhone XR will have dual rear cameras, which is one additional sensor in comparison to the 2018 variant. It is speculated that the second camera will be a Sony ToF sensor which will be used for collecting depth information. Apple iPhone XR 2019 Red

    Furthermore, the 2019 iPhone XR is destined to get an updated mobile chipset from the company which is assumed to be called “A13”. In terms of display it will retain a 6.1 inch LCD with Full HD+ resolution. Noteworthy, Apple is also reported to equip its 2019 iPhone models with a USB Type C port as seen with the iPad Pro. 

    Also Read: Xiaomi Mi A3 Android One Smartphone Official Images Leaked

    Conclusively, all the reports and claims about the 2019 iPhone XR along with iPhone XI and iPhone XI Max will be clarified at the offiicial launch event which is expected to take place in the month of September.

  • Amazon Is Developing A Louder Echo Speaker, Also Working On Robots

    Amazon Is Developing A Louder Echo Speaker, Also Working On Robots

    Following the sensational success of Amazon Echo smart speaker with built in Alexa VA (virtual assitant), Apple launched its own iteration of a smart speaker which is called the HomePod. The latter runs Apple’s virtual assistant Siri which is also found on iPhones and Mac computers. While the Amazon Echo was originally intended as a companion device for asking quick questions, the HomePod was designed as device that could fill up large living spaces with powerful audio.Amazon Echo Speaker

    With both companies also competing in the music streaming service category, the compact Echo speakers have fallen short in front of the stout HomePod which packs a punch sound output. In order to maintain a lead in the music streaming service, that Amazon currently has over Apple, the former plans to launch a beefier smart speaker claims a Bloomberg report. 

    According to the report the new Amazon Echo smart speaker is set to release by next year. In addition, the prototype that the company is currently testing features four or more number of internal tweeters. In comparison, Apple’s incorporates 7 tweeters which sort of form a beam of sound. In addition to the chunkier Echo speaker, the existing lineup is also set to receive minor updates this fall states the report.Apple HomePod Vs Amazon Echo With Alexa

    Besides smart speakers, Amazon is also working on a ‘Alexa home robot’ that will follow the device owner around a house or a work space. Noteworthy, the Amazon branded robot stands about waist height and sports numerous cameras which will help it to easily navigate through different spaces. 

    Also Read: Reliance Jio And PUBG Lite Join Hands To Bring Exclusive In Game Skins

    Conclusively, it seems that Amazon is bidding big on the rapidly booming smart home and appliance industry. Also the existence of personal robot suggests that company is not holding back on any technological firepower. Although it is a bit exaggerating, Amazon branded robots could very well be cooking food for you except for just reading recipes aloud via Alexa.

    What are your thoughts on Amazon’s leap into the future? do let us know in the comments below!

  • Apple Is Working On A MacBook With Touchscreen Keyboard

    Apple Is Working On A MacBook With Touchscreen Keyboard

    Multi national tech companies including Apple and Google register a variety of promising developments in the form of patents each year. A large number of such patents do not turn in to real life consumer ready products. But, they do provide the valuable insight which can be used to determine in what direction a particular product or a company is headed towards. Apple MacBook With Dual Display

    According to a freshly granted patent, the Cupertino based electronics giant, Apple is working on a MacBook with two displays. The patent exhibits a notebook computer without a physical keyboard and trackpad, rather it features a secondary touch screen which can be used to operate the machine. Even though there is hardly any information available about the device, this technologys holds the potential to open a new world of possibilities. A couple of benefits of that such a MacBook can bring to the table include:

    • Slimmer Device: The presence of a conventional keyboard restrains OEMs from reducing the thickness of a laptop beyond a certain point. On the other hand, a touch screen is much thinner and therefore Apple can take advantage of the technology to further reduce the thickness of future MacBook notebooks.
    • Longetivity: A mechanical keyboard on a MacBook or any other laptop has a tendency to fail over time if dust particles get accumulated in it. Inversely, such a scenario would not occur with a touch screen display due to absence of any openings or gaps. Nevertheless, a touchscreen is a much more sensitive component. Hence the users need to keep caution not to damage it with accessories like ornaments or a wrist watch.
    • Better Water Resistance: In case of an accident, the liquid can easily seep into the main body of the MacBook which can destroy essential component like a motherboard. Having no gaps in the keyboard would allow the device fair much better in case liquid spillage does happen.
    • Longer Battery Life: The free space that has been created due to the removal of a keyboard and trackpad can be utilised to equip the MacBook with a larger battery pack.
    • Much Versatile Selection Of Accesories and Controls: Due to the touchscreen display’s capability to continuously change the images that are currently being displayed, different applications can show only the necessary controls for that app. This will in turn boost productivity. Besides, existing accesories like the Apple Pencil can be used to add several other functionalities to a MacBook.

    Even though the patent seems like a farfetched idea, it has a plausibility to turn into a real life device. As observed with the TouchBar on existing MacBooks, Apple has already prooved that such technology can be implemented. Furthermore, Chinese tech firm, Lenovo had previously showcased a notebook computer with dual displays which seemed quite usable. Noteworthy, touchscreens are much expensive than conventional keyboard and mouse, hence, this new addition can bump up the price of such a device significantly.

    Also Read: Huawei Confirms HongMeng OS, But Will Stick To Android For The Near Future

    To sum it up, Apple has the technological prowess to fabricate such a MacBook. Given that it chooses this route for its future notebook computers, it would only be a matter of time and perseverance till all the complications are unraveled and this thing turns into reality. 

  • Mi A3 And Mi A3 Lite Officially Teased By Xiaomi

    Mi A3 And Mi A3 Lite Officially Teased By Xiaomi

    Xiaomi has been long awaited to launch the Mi A3 and the Mi A3 Lite which will succeed the Mi A2 and the Mi A2 Lite from last year. A freshly shared Tweet by a senior Xiaomi executive has confirmed the existence of the two smartphones. While the Tweet does not reveal any details of either device, past reports have claimed that the two handset will be the rebadged CC9 and CC9 Lite which were launched in China, earlier this month. Noteworthy, unlike the CC9 smartphones, the Mi A3 lineup will run on the stock version of Android operating system rather than MIUI.

    Under the hood, the Mi A3 and A3 Lite will pack the Snadragon 730 and Snapdragon 675 SoC. While, both the chipsets are comprised of an Octa Core CPU, the former packs the Adreno 615 GPU and the latter packs the Adreno 612 GPU. The standard A3 will sport a 6.39 inch display, on the other hand, the lite variant will sport a 6.08 inch display. Nevertheless, both handsets will reportedly feature Samsung made AMOLED displays which will also accomodate an indisplay fingerprint sensor. 

    Xiaomi Mi A2 and A2 Lite
    Mi A2 Mi A3

    A past report claimed, the Mi A3 will sport a triple camera setup, details of which are unknown at the moment. It is also not known what optical setup the Lite variant features, but it is expected to be a dual lens arrangement.Both upcoming smartphones are expected to be priced in between the US $ 200 and US $ 300 price bracket which will make them a lucrative package.

    Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Pricing And Storage Variants Leaked

    It is alleged that the two handsets in the Mi A3 linup will be launched soon, presumably in the month of August. In order to verify the claims and leaks, we will have to wait for their official launch. 

    Stay tuned to find out more!

  • Mate 30 Pro Leaked Front Panel Reveals An Extremely Curved Display

    Mate 30 Pro Leaked Front Panel Reveals An Extremely Curved Display

    Chinese tech titan, Huawei will soon launch its latest flagship smartphone lineup which will carry the Mate 30 branding. As observed with the Mate 20 lineup , Huawei is expected to three handsets in the series which will be called Mate 30, Mate 30 X and the Mate 30 Pro. While there are hardly any details available about the standard variant and the 5G variant (X), plenty of information about the Pro variant has surfaced online.

    Huawei Mate 30 Pro Front PanelAfresh, the alleged images of Mate 30 Pro’s display assembly has been shared on the Chinese social media website, Weibo. According to the leak, the Mate 30 Pro, like its predecessor, will have a wide notch on top of the display which will accomodate essential sensors like ambient light sensor and proximity sensor. Besides, it has three other holes which may house the front camera, dot projector (used for accurated 3d face unlock), and a secondary infrared camera.Huawei Mate 30 Pro Curved Display

    Like most modern flagships, the display of Mate 30 Pro tapers towards the sides. However, the taper that is observed on the leaked images are the steepest ever seen on a smartphone. In other words, the display of the Mate 30 Pro is so contoured that it feels like the device will not have any visible left and right side edges. 

    Even though the current leak does not reveal any other features or specifications of the Huawei Mate 30 Pro, they can be extracted from previously mentioned leaks (1). Accordignly, the upcoming flagship is reproted to have a 5 camera setup on the rear which will be housed in a circular module. Under the hood, the handset is supposed to feature the Kirin 985 SoC which will be made using 7 nm process and will be a succesor to the Kirin 980. Furthermore, the company unveil the highly awaited HongMengOS aka ArkOS with this lineup

    Also Read: Apple iPhone X & XS Prices To Drop Soon After Made In India Units Arrive

    To sum it up, Huawei is expected to unveil a worthwhile flagship in the form of Mate 30 Pro which will be packed with up to date features. In order to verify the claims and the leaks, we will have wait for the handset’s official unveiling which is expected to happen in the month of October. 

  • More Details About OnePlus TV Revealed Via Bluetooth SIG

    More Details About OnePlus TV Revealed Via Bluetooth SIG

    Chinese smartphone maker, OnePlus has been long rumoured to enter the Smart TV market. Reports in the past have suggested that the upcoming TV will be unveiled in the end of this year or early next year. As of now, there are no details about the features or specifications of the device. However, a freshly granted Bluetooth SIG certification asserts that one such device is surely in the works.

    OnePlus TV Remote Bluetooth SIGThe certification clearly mentions the company name “OnePlus” and the device type as “Remote Control”. Therefore, it is assumed that the upcoming smart TV from OnePlus will be operated via a Bluetooth enabled remote control which will provide for a reliable connection in comparison to a TV with IR (infrared) sensor.

    One piece of information about the OnePlus TV was previously revealed by an unofficial source which claimed that the company will equip the device with LCD panels rather than OLED panels. This insinuates that the company wants to target the mass market with its upcoming product and not only the premium segment.

    Not many details about the smart TV from OnePlus are available, therfore, only assumptions and speculations can be made. Accordingly, the OnePlus TV is expected to run on Android TV operating system. This will bring a massive collection of existing application like games and video streaming platforms to the device. 

    The TV is expected to be priced in the Rs 35,000 to Rs 50,000 bracket and it will compete against the likes of the Mi TV lineup which has seen massive success as of late in India. 

    OnePlus TVAlso Read: Apple To Introduce In Display TouchID In iPhones Starting Next Year

    To sum it up, the OnePlus TV is expected to be a premium product with smart features aimed at the high-end segment with affordable prices. However, we can only wait until OnePlus provides some concrete information about the features and launch date of the upcoming smart TVs.

  • Made In India iPhones Now Being Exported To Europe

    Made In India iPhones Now Being Exported To Europe

    Following the initiation of “Make In India” movement several electronic companies setup their assembly plants in India. Wistron, which is contract manufacturer for Apple started assembling iPhones in the country in the year 2016.

    Surprisingly, a report states that India made iPhones which are manufactured by Wistron are now being exported to the European markets as well. According to a senior executive at Counterpoint research, Apple is currently exporting the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 7. Speaking of numbers, close to 1,00,000 units are exported each month.  

    The iPhone’s that are being exported to Europe are put together at the Wistron facility which is located in Bengaluru. The facility has been manufacturing the iPhone 6S since the year 2018, while the iPhone 7 production began earlier this year(1).

    Analysts believe that the move to use India a centre of export would turn out fruitious for both Apple and the country. Besides, it will bolster India’s position as an attaractive destination from foreign investors. Moreover, it will allow Apple to elevate its high dependence on China which is where most of the iPhones are made as of now.  

    Amidst the rising trade tensions between US and China, Apple had asked its suppliers which include Pegatron, Wistron and Foxconn to move 30 percent assembly lines to locations outside China. Therefore, India holds the potential to becoming one of the biggest Export hub for Apple. 2018 Apple iPhone

    Also Read: Mi Superbass Wireless Headphones To Launch In India Soon

    In addition to Wistron, Apple’s another supplier, Foxconn will soon begin manufacturing high end iPhones including iPhone X in the country. It is estimated that out of the total production capacity of 2,50,00 units, 70 percent of the devices will be exported.

    Conclusively, if trade tensions between US and China continue to rise, and concurrently Indian government provides lucrative incentives, India could become the second biggest hub for iPhone production and other Apple products. 

  • Mi Superbass Wireless Headphones To Launch In India Soon

    Mi Superbass Wireless Headphones To Launch In India Soon

    Except of smartphones and TVs, Chinese conglomerate, Xiaomi has been gradually diverging into new product categories. A couple of weeks the company launched the Mi Beard Trimmer which has been warmly received by the Indian consumers. To meet the rapidly booming demand of wireless audio devices, Xiaomi will soon launch a pair of on-ear type headphones which willl be called Mi Superbass.

    As the name suggests, the upcoming headphones will have a focus on bass. Besides, as the per the image shared by the company, the pair of headphones seem to have an elegant design with the well liked Red and Black colour scheme as seen on most Beats products. 

    The Mi Superbass headphones seem to have a soft cushioning on the headband which will provide for comfortable wearing experience. Although it is not confirmed, the headphones may have foldable hinges on either side which will allow for easily carrying and storing them. Talking about features, Xiaomi claims that the Mi Superbass Wireless headphones will have 20 hour long battery life which will vary on the volume and type of music.

    Noteworthy, the Mi Superbass Wireless headphones have 40 mm Dynamic Driver which are assumed to output powerful and rich audio.

    Also Read: Agent Smith Malware Affects 25 Million Android Devices

    Even though the official price of the Mi Superbass wireless headphones is not revealed, we assume that the audio accesory will range in the price bracket of Rs 1500 and Rs 3000. Conclusively, precise details including the specs and price will be revealed at the official launch date which is scheduled for the 15th of July. Notably, the upcoming Xiaomi Huami Amzfit Bip Lite smartwatch is also set to launch on the same day. 

    What are your thoughts on the upcoming Mi Superbass Wireless earphones. What do you feel should these be priced at? Let us know in the comments below!

  • Agent Smith Malware Affects 25 Million Android Devices

    Agent Smith Malware Affects 25 Million Android Devices

    The world’s most popular mobile OS, Android has once again been subjected to a wide scale malicious attack. A security firm “Check Point” discovered a new malware which replace portions of known apps with its own code. Noteworthy, the malware has affected more than 25 milion devices around the globe, out of which 15 million are in India alone. 

    According to Check Point, the malware is named “Agent Smith” and is designed to target known vulnerabilities  of the Android operating system. The application was revealed to partially replace code on legitimate apps with malicious code. Notably, the whole process was exectuted without the knowledge or permission of the device owner.agent smith malware

    Surprisingly, the malware is not intended to steal user data, instead, it injected the infected apps with lines of  code so that they display advertisements. The developer would earn ad credits whenever a user with infected applications would watch or click on the display advertisements. Therfore, the developer could gain monetary value with the whole scheme. agent smith malware

    The reserach agency revealed that the Agent Smith malware mainly targeted well-known apps like WhatsApp and Flipkart, therefore, accounting for the astounding reach it had. The source of the malicious app was traced back to a third party application store which is called 9Apps. The malware was concealed in programs like games, video players and adult entertainment apps which have high demand. agent smith malware

    Check Point also shared a donut graph that shows the distribution of malware on smartphones manufactured by OEMs. At over 26 percent, Samsung device owners carry the maximum share in the information representaion tool. 

    Aside from 15 million Indian smartphones, the malware was even able to spread onto 3,00,000 devices in the US. Surprisingly, the exploits used by the malware to execute the infection process were patched several years ago. However, a large number of developers did not update their respective applications. 

    Also Read:  Apple Will Soon Launch Multiple New iPad Models

    This is just one security breach that has made out to the public. It wont be wrong to assume that several other cases like this still remain covered. Conclusively, in this day and era of widespread technology, nothing seems to be truly safe regardless of security measures that are implented. 

  • Apple Will Soon Launch Multiple New iPad Models

    Apple Will Soon Launch Multiple New iPad Models

    Earlier this year, Apple quitely refreshed the iPad Air and the iPad Mini with updated innards. In addition to previously launched devices, it seems that the company has a number of other tablets in the pipeline.

    The company has freshly gained certification for five upcoming devices which are filed under the “tablet computer” category. Clearly, the upcoming devices will be iPads and they carry the following model numbers “A2068, A2198, A2230, A2197, and A2228”. iPad OS EEC

    The certification was granted by Eurasian Economics Commission or EEC which is based Russia. The listings are critical as every device that can be sold in the region is needs to have the clearance certification from the supervising authority. Companies usually tend to get the devices registered with such bodies just before their launch when the device is ready for mass production. Therefore, the previously mentioned iPads could very well be finalided and they can launch in the near future. 

    iPad OS 13 Moreover, the EEC filing also reveals that the future iPad models will run on iPadOS 13 which was revealed at the WWDC 2019 event. The new OS is intended to bridge the gap between a full fledged PC OS and a mobile OS. The newly unveiled OS allows iPad owners to control their devices with a mouse and keyboard with native support. Hence, the device can work as a mobile workstation, possibly replacing a laptop. The iPad OS is currently in the Beta testing stage and will  roll out for the general public later this year.iPad Mini

    Unfortunately, the EEC listing certification does not reveal any other details about future iPads. However, they are expected to either succed the iPad Pro duo from 2018 or they could be the rumoured 10.2 inch iPad. Though less likely, they could by the foldable iPad which was previously leaked.

    Also Read: Full Specs Of Honor 9X Duo Revealed Ahead Of Launch

    As of now, nothing can be confirmed about the future tablets from Apple. Therefore, we will have to wait for the company to officially shine some light on the launch of the devices. 

  • Full Specs Of Honor 9X Duo Revealed Ahead Of Launch

    Full Specs Of Honor 9X Duo Revealed Ahead Of Launch

    Honor has been long anticipated to launch a couple of mid-range smartphones which will succeed the sensational Honor 8X from 2018. As per reports, the new handsets will be dubbed the Honor 9X and Honor 9X Pro. The design of the upcoming smartphones has previously leaked online which states that the handsets will feature a pop-up camera like the OnePlus 7 Pro and the Vivo V15 Pro. Honor 9X Design

    Surprisingly, ahead of the official launch, full specs of both the smartphones have been leaked on Twitter which are listed below:

     

    Honor 9X

    Honor 9 Pro

    Dimensions and Weight

    163 x 77 x 8.6 mm, 190 grams

    163 x 77 x 8.6 mm, 190 grams

    Display

    6.59 inch

    2340 x 1080 px 

    391 ppi

    6.59 inch

    2340 x 1080 px 

    391 ppi

    Chipset

    Kirin 810 (7 nm)

    Octa-Core

    Mali G52 GPU

    Kirin 810 (7 nm)

    Octa-Core

    Mali G52 GPU

    OS

    Android 9 Pie, EMUI

    Android 9 Pie, MIUI

    Connectivity

    Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5, GPS

    Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS

    Rear/Front Camera

    24 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP

    20 MP (Pop Up)

    48 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP

    20 MP (Pop Up)

    Battery

    4000 mAh

    10 W

    4000 mAh

    22.5 W

    The specifications of the Honor 9X and 9X Pro exhibit worthy mid-range devices. Besides, if the company is able to price them aggressive as seen on their predecessor, the devices have the potential to become one of the best selling handsets in the mid-range segment. It is assumed that the smartphones will be priced between the US $ 200 and US $ 300 price bracket which will make them a lucrative option.Honor 9X Pop Up Camera

    Though the current leak does not provide any details about the design of the smartphones, they can be derived from the previously mentioned leaks. 

    Both the Honor 9X and Honor 9X Pro will have an attractive design accrediting to an edge-to-edge display on the front. The rear of the handsets will house the company branding and the triple cameras which will be vertically aligned on the top left side.

    Also Read: Samsung Galaxy A50s May Launch Soon, Gains Wi-Fi Certification

    To sum it up, all the leaks and claims about the Honor 9X and Honor 9X Pro can only be verified once the company officially announces them. Even though the launch date of the smartphone is not yet revealed, the sheer number of leaks suggest they will launch soon.

  • LG Launches AI ThinQ TV Lineup With Built-In Amazon Alexa

    LG Launches AI ThinQ TV Lineup With Built-In Amazon Alexa

    LG has been one of the most prevalent TV brands in India. To meet the rising demands of smart televisions, the company has launched the AI ThinQ TVs lineup in the country which starts from Rs 24,990 and goes all the way upto Rs 10,99,990. Distinguishingly, all the smart TVs in the lineup have built-in Alexa and Google Assistant support.

    The newly launched AI ThinQ TVs from LG are fitted with second-generation Alpha 9 processors. The processors combined with deep learning and AI (Artificial Intelligence) can automatically calibrate the TVs for optimised audio and video output. The TVs in the lineup are available from screen sizes of 32-inch to 77-inch. Moreover, they also have support for Dolby Vision, HDR10 Pro, HLG Pro HDR and Dolby Atmos.

    Due to the presence of Amazon Alexa and Google voice assistant, users can wirelessly interact with their TV sets and control its different functionalities. Furthermore, the voice assistants built into the TVs can even be used to control other smart devices like lights and fans.

    The NanoCell TVs in the AI ThinQ lineup also supports direct wireless streaming from Apple devices via AirPlay 2. Other features of TVs in this range include Nano Color Full Array Dimming and HomeKit. The latter enables the ability to control the television through Siri or Apple Home app.

    Besides, all TVs in the AI ThinQ lineup have a wide variety of media streaming apps which include Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Hotstar, YouTube, Eros Now, Zee5, AltBalaji, Hungama Play, Sun NXT and Yupp TV. The TVs also have a 2-way Bluetooth feature that allows users to wirelessly stream music from their smartphone, tablet or any other Bluetooth compatible device.

    Surprisingly, TVs in AI ThinQ lineup have a unique feature called “Mobile Connection Overlay” that allows users to view both the mobile and television screens simultaneously.

     

    Also Read: Nokia 9 PureView With 5 Rear Cameras Launched In India

    All in all, LG has populated the new AI ThinQ TV lineup with well thought out features which will make them stand out of the crowd. Especially, the wireless voice assistant functionality will be a crowd favourite.

  • Nokia 9 PureView With 5 Rear Cameras Launched In India

    Nokia 9 PureView With 5 Rear Cameras Launched In India

    After missing several rumoured launch dates, the photography centric Nokia 9 PureView has finally been launched in India. The handset has a premium build with a Quad HD display and five rear cameras which are placed in an elegant constellation shaped layout. The handset carries a hefty price tag of Rs 49,999. However, the camera capabilities that Nokia proposes are valid enough to lure in customers. 

    Nokia 9 PureView Design And Specs

    The Nokia 9 PureView has an attractive design with glass on both front and rear which is reinforced using an aluminium chassis. The handset measures 155 x 75 x 8 mm and tips the scale at 172 grams. It sports a 5.99 inch Plastic OLED display that has a QHD resolution of 2880 x 1440 px and a pixel density of 538 ppi.

    The left and right bezels around the display of the Nokia 9 PureView are negligible while the top and bottom bezels are considerably thick. The bezel above the display houses the Nokia branding, earpiece grille for receiving phone calls and a 20 MP front-facing selfie camera which can also capture 1080p videos @ 30fps. For rapidly and securely getting through the lock screen, it features an in-display fingerprint sensor which has become common sighting on most flagship smartphones. 

    For added protection, both the front and rear panel of the Nokia 9 PureView is covered with Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The rear panel of the device carries the Nokia branding, Android One logo and its key highlighting feature, the Penta camera setup. The rear camera setup consists of five 12 MP sensor and an LED flash. Out of the five cameras, two are RGB sensors while the remaining three are mono sensors.

    The Nokia 9 PureView runs on latest Android 9 Pie and the Android One logo at its rear assures the device is guaranteed to receive at least 2 major Android updates for. The handset is powered by a generous 3,320 mAh battery which can be charged via the bottom-mounted USB Type-C port. In addition to the wired charging it also supports Qi wireless charging. Connectivity options on the smartphone include 4G VoLTE, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS and GLONASS. 

    Nokia 9 PureView Price, Storage, Colours and Availability

    The Nokia 9 PureView is available in just one colour variant which is  Blue. The handset is available for purchase online from Flipkart.com starting 10th of July. It will also be sold via offline stores starting the 17th of July. The device is offered in a single storage variant for which the price is as follows:

    • 6 GB + 128 GB – Rs 49,999

    Even though the Nokia 9 PureView not equipped with the latest flagship processor or does not support high-speed charging, the device is aimed towards an entirely different set of audience which ranges from professional photographers to budding enthusiasts. 

    Also Read: MacBook Air and 13 Inch MacBook Pro With Touch Bar Launched In India

    All in all, the Nokia 9 PureView is a worthwhile smartphone that has its own advantages which are backed by company’s strong affinity. 

  • Apple Quietly Updates The Macbook Air And 13 Inch Macbook Pro With Touch Bar

    Apple Quietly Updates The Macbook Air And 13 Inch Macbook Pro With Touch Bar

    In the year 2019, Apple has already upgraded a number of existing Mac computers which include the 15 inch MacBook notebook computer and the iMac desktop computer. On the 10th of July, the company silently refreshed the 13 inch MacBook Pro and the MacBook Air with an upgraded display and 8th Gen Intel CPUs. Also, the company has reduced the price of the device to rake in more customers and boost sales. Besides, the 12 inch MacBook which was first unveiled in 2015 has been discontinued. 

    2019 MacBook Air
    MacBook Air 2019 India

    In terms of design, the MacBook Air retains the thin and light design which has been a staple to this lineup of ultra-portable notebook computers. The laptop measures 304.1 x 212.4 x 4.1/15.6 mm and weighs only 1.25 kg. It sports a 13.3-inch Retina display which supports Apple’s proprietary True Tone technology that can automatically adjust the colour temperature for a comfortable viewing experience.

    MacBook Air 2019 Retina Display

    In addition, the 2019 MacBook Air gets a TouchID sensor for biometric verification. The compact notebook computer is kitted with an 8th gen Intel Core i5 processor which has a base frequency of 1.6 GHz and a turbo boost upto 3.6 GHz. The MacBook Air is offered with 8 GB of 2133 MHz LPDDR3 RAM which can be kitted with upto 128 GB of 256 GB of PCIe based SSD.

    MacBook Air 2019 FaceTime

    The 2019 MacBook Air features a 49.9 watt-hour lithium battery which can provide a battery backup of upto 13 hours dependent on the usage. It features a full-sized keyboard with 78 keys and a Force Touch Trackpad which features multi-touch gestures like pinch and zoom, two-finger scrolling. 

     
    MacBook Pro 13 With Touch Bar
    MacBook Pro 13 Touch Bar

    Like the MacBook Air 2019, the MacBook Pro 13 features a 13.3-inch Retina display with a pixel density of 227 ppi. The laptop can be configured with two different Intel Core i5 chipsets. Both options have a quad-core  CPU that features 128 MB of eDRAM. For further enhancing the security on the laptop, it features Apple’s in-house developed T2 security chip. The secondary chip is used for safely securing sensitive user data like passwords and fingerprint information. According to Apple, this chip combines an additional level of security which is virtually unable to be cracked via brute-forcing.

    MacBook Pro 13 Touch Bar Top ViewThe highlighting feature of the 2019 MacBook Pro 13 is the addition of the Touch Bar with integrated Touch ID which was first seen on the 2015 MacBook Pro in 2016. The laptop is equipped with a large force touch trackpad which also supports multi-touch gestures.

    As the name suggests, the Touch Bar is an elongated touchscreen display placed right above the keyboard keys. The feature is aimed towards replacing the conventional control buttons with a more interactive and modern approach. The Touch Bar can be used to regulate several functionalities like volume and brightness controls on the MacBook. In addition, it can also be used to toggle the most used or favourite apps with a simple tap.

    The MacBook 2013 is offered with 8 GB of RAM which can be paired with either 128 GB or 256 GB of PCIe based SSD. The storage is non-user-replaceable, therefore, it cannot be replaced or upgraded at a later stage. Therefore, users must carefully select storage capacity at the time of purchasing the laptop. 

    Price And Availability

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    Both, the MacBook Air Retina and the 13 inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar are available for purchase via both online and offline platforms. Price of both the laptops are as follows:

      Price In US Price In India
    MacBook Air Retina US $ 1099 Rs 99,000
    MacBook Pro 13 US $ 1299 Rs 1,19,000
    Quick Specs
      MacBook Air MacBook Pro
    Screen

    13.3-inch, LED-backlit

    2560×1600 px

    227 ppi

    13.3-inch, LED-backlit

    2560×1600 px

    227 ppi
    Camera 720p  720p
    Battery 49.9 watt-hour 58.2 watt-hour
    Processor

    intel i5, 8th Gen

    dual-core

    base 1.6 GHz, turbo boost 3.6 GHz

    intel i5, 8th Gen

    quad-core

    base 1.4 GHz, turbo boost 3.9 GHz

    intel i5, 8th Gen

    quad-core

    base 2.4 GHz, turbo boost 4.1 GHz
    Storage

    PCIe SSD

    128 GB

    256 GB

     PCIe SSD

    128 GB

    256 GB
    Connectivity

    Bluetooth 4.2 

    802.11ac Wi-Fi

    Bluetooth 4.2 

    802.11ac Wi-Fi
    Ports

    2x USB-C 3.1, Gen 2

    (Charging + Data Transfer + DisplayPort)

    2x USB-C 3.1, Gen 2

    (Charging + Data Transfer + DisplayPort)

    3.5 mm audio jack
    Graphics Intel UHD 617

    Intel Iris Plus Graphics 645

    Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655
    Colours

    Gold

    Space Grey 

    Silver

    Space Grey 

    Silver
    Weight

    1.25 kg

    1.37 kg 
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