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  • Google To Introduce eSIM To More Countries Including India

    Google To Introduce eSIM To More Countries Including India

    Google, in it’s blog, has given some great news for Pixel owners around the world. They will soon introduce the eSIM feature to phones in India.  A few other countries will receive it as well. eSIM cards are electronic SIM cards that negate the need to have physical SIM cards as well as the need to have any SIM card slots. Apple introduced the eSIM in their latest range of iPhones and now other manufacturers are slowly catching on. With eSIM, Google says it hopes to bring their users instant connectivity across more carrier networks. Pixel 2 was the first major smartphone to introduce the eSIM feature to their smartphones.

    eSIM Availability

    If you’re in the U.S. and want a phone that has eSIM, you can do so through the Google Fi App. You can alternatively use the Google Store app as well. If you’re in Germany, you can purchase the Pixel 3 with an eSIM functionality from Deutsche Telekom and Vodafone soon. According to Google, Sprint in the U.S., EE in the UK, Airtel and Reliance Jio in India, and Truphone and Gigsky in various countries will also roll out eSIM support for Pixel 3 very soon.

    Also read: No Decision To Shutdown Hangouts, Says Google Representative

    Google is also building a program that allows Android device makers to build eSIM-capable smartphones. eSIM, in-display cameras and foldable smartphones are the three features that most smartphone manufacturers are focussing on at the moment. The eSIM card is a great feature and the reason is twofold. One, is that it gets rid of the hassle of inserting and ejecting SIM cards. One also needs to have a SIM ejector tool handy at all times. The second reason is that the eSIM feature can now replace the SIM tray, which creates more space in smartphones for manufacturers to use to include other features like more camera lenses or bigger batteries.

  • Snapdragon 855 Details Leak Before Official Launch

    Snapdragon 855 Details Leak Before Official Launch

    The latest flagship Chipset from Qualcomm, the Snapdragon 855 is set to launch today. Ahead of its official launch, TechCrunch accidentally published an article which revealed crucial details about the same. Although they have taken down the article, the vital information is already out.

    Revelations

    The article confirmed that the chipset will officially be called the Snapdragon 855 and not Snapdragon 8155 which was previously claimed. According to the article, Snapdragon 8155 was just the codename and not the official name. The Snapdragon 855 is the successor to the Snapdragon 845 which was launched last year and is present on devices like the OnePlus 6T & the Pixel 3 XL. Unlike its predecessor, the new chipset uses 7 nm manufacturing technology and is made by TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company). 

    The Snapdragon 855 also has a dedicated NPU (Neural Processing Unit). The company claims the new chipset has up to three times better performance than the last generation. Additionally, it also has the Snapdragon X24 LTE modem and Snapdragon X50 5G modem.

    Cores & Clock Speed

    The Snapdragon 855 comprises of the Adreno 640 GPU and Octa Core CPU. It has three CPU clusters, including one high-performance Kryo Gold core clocked at 2.84 GHz, three moderate-performance Kryo Gold cores clocked at 2.42 GHz and four power-saving Kryo silver cores clocked at 1.78 GHz. The new Adreno 640 GPU is also optimised to maximise the performance of applications using AR (Augmented Reality). 

    Furthermore, the Snapdragon 855 also has support for a 3D sonic sensor. It provides support for enhanced ultra-sonic in-display fingerprint sensors. Currently, phones with in-display fingerprint sensors use optical sensors which are quite secure but are no match to the ultrasonic scanners. Qualcomm has readied an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner which allows biometric recognition even if your fingers are dusty or sweaty. It makes use of sound waves which can penetrate obstructions like dust and oil.

    Also Read: Samsung Galaxy A8s To Launch on December 10

    To sum up, the upcoming Snapdragon 855 will be an absolute powerhouse and we are excited to see the first device featuring it.

  • Xiaomi Mi Pad 4 Plus Running Android 9 Pie Spotted Online

    Xiaomi Mi Pad 4 Plus Running Android 9 Pie Spotted Online

    The Xiaomi Mi Pad 4 Plus was launched a few months back by the Chinese electronics giant. It is the larger, 10.1 inch variant of the Mi Pad 4. During the time of its release, the device was running on Android 7, but then Xiaomi quickly updated it to Android 8 Oreo, within a few days of its launch. Now, a Mi Pad 4 Plus has been spotted on Geekbench, running on Android 9 Pie.

    The Geekbench listing reveals that the Pie update for the tablet is around the corner. Considering the fact that Xiaomi ship their devices with their own custom UI, it is safe to assume that this will be running on the latest MIUI 10 which features advanced AI capabilities and UI improvements such as gesture navigation. The Android 9 Pie update will surely bring a lot of improvements to this tablet. On Geekbench, the tablet got a single-core score of 1642 and  multi-core score of 5854.

    Specifications

    The Mi Pad 4 Plus has a 10.1 inch IPS LCD display with a 1920 x 1200 px resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio. The device has got fairly thick bezels on all sides and features a home button on the bottom of the screen. It runs on the Qualcomm snapdragon 660 SoC with the Adreno 512 GPU. It has 4 GB of RAM with 64 GB and 128 GB storage options. However, the Mi pad 4 Plus does not support any memory expansion.

    Also Read : Alleged Samsung Galaxy S10 5G Prototype Seen In Video

    The device sports a 13 MP single rear camera and a 5 MP from facing camera. The front camera also supports Face Unlock for securely unlocking the device. Additionally, the device also has a fingerprint scanner embedded in the home button to unlock the device. Under the hood, it packs a 8,620 mAh battery, which claims 16 hours of video playback. The device features Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 and a USB Type-C port for connectivity, along with 4G LTE support. Additionally, there is not word about the Indian launch of the tablet as of now.

  • Samsung Galaxy A8s To Launch on December 10

    Samsung Galaxy A8s To Launch on December 10

    For a long time, Samsung has teased the launch of their Galaxy A8s smartphone. The key highlight of the upcoming smartphone is its Infinity-O display. Samsung’s Infinity-O display has a lateral cutout in the screen for the front-facing selfie camera. Recently, the company has announced that the Galaxy A8s will launch on December 12th. Most notably, Samsung has made this announcement hours after Huawei teased that the Nova 4 with a similar feature will launch on December 17. Furthermore, the same company makes the LCD displays for both the smartphones. However, according to reports, the handset from Samsung will be more premium out of the two.

    Teaser

    The teaser for the Samsung Galaxy A8s was shared on Chinese social media platform, Weibo. It reads the “Real Galaxy” and reveals that the smartphone will launch on December 12th. The poster also reveals a lot of information about the design of the smartphone. The front of the smartphone has an edge-to-edge display with marginal bezels on all four sides. The earpiece is present in the top bezel. Additionally, it also has dual antenna lines on the top edge. Like other Samsung phones, the volume rockers and the power button are placed on the right side while the dedicated Bixby button is on the left.

    Specifications

    Also Read: OnePlus To Setup R&D Centre In Hyderabad

    Although the company has not officially announced the specifications of the Galaxy A8s, sources claim that it will have the following specifications.

    • Display- 6.3-inch LCD, 2340 x 1080 px, 19.5:9 aspect ratio
    • SoC- Octa-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 CPU, Adreno 616 GPU
    • Memory- 6 GB RAM
    • Front Camera- 24 MP
    • Rear Cameras- Triple Sensors with LED Flash

    To summarise, Galaxy A8s seems to be a promising device from Samsung. However, its exact features and price will be known at the time of its launch.

  • OnePlus To Setup R&D Centre In Hyderabad

    OnePlus To Setup R&D Centre In Hyderabad

    India is one of the world’s largest market for smartphones. China-based OnePlus, has seen tremendous growth in the country. In a recent announcement, the company has spread some light on their future roadmap for India. The company has revealed that they will soon set up a massive R&D facility in India. The R&D facility will be located in Hyderabad, which the company claims is one of the most active start-up zones in the country. OnePlus plans to not only develop technologies like Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in this facility but also work on India-centric innovations. 

    Officials also commented that within three years, they plan to grow the Hyderabad facility into their biggest R&D centre globally. OnePlus also said that this facility will play a crucial role in the company’s upcoming products. They also intend to achieve long-term growth in India. Furthermore, the company adds that to boost growth, they also wish to embrace the Make In India strategy.

    Also Read: Top 5 Upcoming Smartphones : December Edition

    OnePlus 6 Red

    According to OnePlus, the facility will also contribute to nurturing and providing opportunities to talented engineers from the country. Additionally, the company wishes to increase their offline presence in the region as well. Lastly, the company officials said that India is an important market that has seen more than 100% growth over the past few years. The company has already started manufacturing PCBs locally and will continue to manufacture more components in the future.

  • Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus Renders Reveal Dual Front Cameras In Cutout

    Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus Renders Reveal Dual Front Cameras In Cutout

    Samsung is the world’s number one smartphone manufacturer, but the company has been losing its market share recently. This is due to the rise of companies like OnePlus, Huawei and Xioami. Before the inception of Chinese OEM’s, Samsung was the only company that single-handedly led the Android bandwagon against Apple’s iPhones.

    In recent years, these new companies have become a nuisance for Samsung. As not only do these companies sell their devices at a much cheaper price than Samsung, they are also developing a lot of the latest in-house technologies. In contrast, Samsung is not only a smartphone manufacturer, but also the leading supplier of display technologies. The company is reported to have used a lot of its latest display technologies for its upcoming flagship, the Galaxy S10. And according to the latest leak, the Galaxy S10 Plus will have an oval cutout for the dual front cameras in the display.

    Galaxy S10 Plus Specifications

    The renders of the upcoming Galaxy S10 Plus have been posted on Twitter by leakers Ben Geskin and OnLeaks. The leak suggests that the smartphone has a 6.44 inch Super AMOLED QHD+ display. Most noticeably, the display has edge-to-edge bezels which taper towards the side and an oval-shaped cutout which houses the dual front-facing cameras. Additionally, the smartphone also has triple rear cameras along with an LED flash. The top of the device is occupied by the sim tray and microphone hole while the bottom has the 3.5 mm jack, speaker grill, USB connector, and the primary microphone.

    The bottom and top of the Galaxy S10 Plus also have antenna cutouts. The leak also claims that the smartphone has an in-display fingerprint sensor and the device also supports face unlock. The back of the device has a silver and blue colored gradient panel which looks really attractive.

    Also Read: Dual-Screen Vivo Nex S2 To Launch On December 11

    Other key details like battery capacity, RAM/ROM options, and camera resolution are currently unavailable. To summarise, the success of the upcoming Galaxy S10 smartphones is of great importance to the company.

  • Top 5 Upcoming Smartphones : December Edition

    Top 5 Upcoming Smartphones : December Edition

    The year 2018 has been a big one for smartphones. Companies from all over the globe are trying to take a piece out of this ever-growing market. The year is about to end but a lot of devices are yet to be launched. Here is a list of highly anticipated smartphones which are expected to launch in the month of December.

    Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2

    The Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 was launched earlier this year. Now the company has announced that its successor Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2, will launch on December 11th. The company has been sharing a lot of tweets which reveal some key features of the upcoming device. The Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2 will have a mammoth 5,000 mAh battery, rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, and Gorilla Glass 6 protection. It will also have a wide notch at the top of the display which will house the front-facing camera. If the company can carry forward the aggressive pricing from its predecessor, the ZenFone Max Pro M2 will also be a sensational hit in the Indian market.

    Vivo Nex S2

    Vivo launched the Nex S smartphone earlier this year and now the company is about to launch its successor, the Nex S2. According to previous leaks, the smartphone will have unorthodox features like dual displays and a triple camera module. The front of the device has an edge-to-edge display and an additional smaller sized display on the rear. Like its predecessor, it is also expected to have an in-display fingerprint sensor. To sum up, all the doubts and rumors surrounding the device will be cleared up as the company officially announces it on December 11th.

    Nokia X7

    The Nokia X7 aka Nokia 8.1 has already been launched in China. Latest tweets from Nokia India indicate that the device will launch soon in India as well. The Nokia 8.1 has a 6.18 inch Notch display with a pixel density of 403 ppi. The smartphone features the Octa-Core Snapdragon 710 SoC and is powered by a 3,500 mAh battery which supports 18W fast charging. For security, it also has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. The Nokia 8.1 has dual 12 MP + 13 MP rear cameras and a single 20 MP front-facing camera. Except for a few India specific changes, the smartphone is expected to carry most features from its Chinese counterpart. However, all details regarding price and specifications will be cleared at its time of launch which is set for the 10th of December.

    Meizu 16

    Meizu is a Chinese consumer electronics manufacturer which is about to launch its first smartphone in India. The company will launch its high-end Meizu 16 smartphone in the country on 5th December. The smartphone has a 6-inch Super AMOLED display with a 2160 x 1080 px display. Under the hood, the smartphone features the Octa-Core Snapdragon 845 CPU and Adreno 630 GPU. For photography, the Meizu 16 gets 20 MP front-facing camera and a dual 12 MP + 20 MP rear cameras along with a 6 LED Ring flash. It packs a 3010 mAh battery which supports fast charging at 24 watts.

    Also Read : Alleged Samsung Galaxy S10 5G Prototype Seen In Video

    Google Pixel 3 Lite

    The Google Pixel 3 Lite aka Sargo has been continuously making rounds of the internet. According to reports, it is a low specced variant of the previously launched Google Pixel 3 and Google Pixel 3 XL. In terms of looks, it has a similar design language as the Pixel 3. It has thin right and left bezels while the top and bottom bezels are quite prominent. The leak suggests that the smartphone packs the Octa Core Snapdragon 710 SoC and is powered by a  2,916 mAh battery. Surprisingly, it also has a 3.5 mm jack which the elder siblings miss out on. The device is expected to be a sub $ 500 smartphone and if it gets the same camera as the Pixel 3, it will definitely turn a lot of heads. Although Google has not officially announced its launch date, it is expected to launch before this year ends.

  • Alleged Samsung Galaxy S10 5G Prototype Seen In Video

    Alleged Samsung Galaxy S10 5G Prototype Seen In Video

    Samsung’s upcoming flagship, the Galaxy S10 is one of the most awaited smartphones right now. Expected to be launched in the early part of 2019, the Galaxy S10 has already been a subject to numerous leaks. These include reports about four different Galaxy S10 models, including a 5G variant. Now, a video has surfaced, in which the alleged 5G Galaxy S10 has been showcased.

    The video is from what seems to be a 5G testing station in South Korea. The device in focus is being used by an executive from SK Telecom. They are using it to launch their 5G service in South Korea. In the video, a person is making a video call to demonstrate the speeds that can be achieved by the network, while using 5G. The most interesting aspect of the video is however, the smartphone which is being used for this demonstration.

    The 5G S10

    This unknown smartphone is obviously enclosed within a protective case to hide its design. However, there are two distinct factors which point toward the fact that it is a variant of the upcoming Galaxy S10. The first is the horizontal triple camera setup on the back, which is barely visible in the video and the 5G support.

    The protective case of the phone is hiding what is probably the most important aspect of the phone, the display. The display is said to be truly bezel-less, without the use of a notch or a pop-up/sliding camera. Samsung has never implemented a notch on any of its smartphones. And this will be the next big upgrade in terms of design language from the company. The phone is also expected to feature a camera cut-out, like that of the upcoming Galaxy A8s. While there were reports of Samsung developing an in-display front facing camera to avoid using even the cut-out, this does not seem viable as of now. We might see that technology sometime in the future.Samsung Galaxy S10

    What’s More

    A recent tweet by the famous leaker iceuniverse on Twitter has also mentioned that one of the variants of the Galaxy S10 might feature dual front cameras. This would give a really unique placement to the camera cut-out and it will be interesting to see how Samsung pulls this off.

    Also Read : Dual-Screen Vivo Nex S2 To Launch On December 11

    The Galaxy S10 is expected to launch in three, if not four variants. These include a Galaxy S10 Lite, Galaxy S10 and a Galaxy S10+ variant. There are also talks of a Galaxy S10 Beyond X variant. This will supposedly have a 6.7 inch display with four rear cameras and dual front cameras.

    Click here to read everything there is to know about the Galaxy S10. 

  • Dual-Screen Vivo Nex S2 To Launch On December 11

    Dual-Screen Vivo Nex S2 To Launch On December 11

    Vivo is a subsidiary of BBK electronics, who also own Oppo and OnePlus. Collectively, BBK electronics has developed many groundbreaking technologies like an in-display fingerprint sensor and super fast charging (OnePlus’s DASH charge and Oppo’s SuperVOOC). Earlier this year, the organisation launched the Vivo Nex S smartphone with an edge-to-edge display and a pop-up camera. Not long ago, its successor Vivo Nex S2 was spotted online with triple cameras and dual displays. Another Chinese smartphone manufacturer, Nubia has already launched a Dual-screen smartphone called the Nubia X.

    Weibo Post

    The Weibo post was shared by A non-company executive but the shared posters look legit due to their quality. Although the post is in Chinese, use of the translation software reveals that the Vivo Nex S2 will launch on the 11th of December.

    Features And Design

    The previously leaked images of the alleged Vivo Nex S2 disclose that the smartphone has an edge-to-edge display with negligible bezels. The rear of the device has a triple camera module with LED flash and a secondary smaller sized screen on the back. The rear also carries the company branding which is placed below the secondary display. Like its predecessor, it is expected to have an in-display fingerprint sensor to quickly and securely unlock it. Other important specifications like the processor and RAM capacity is unavailable but the device will surely have better features than its predecessor. For reference:

    Vivo Nex S Specifications

    Also Read: Huawei Enjoy 9 Leaked, 4 GB RAM And SD450 In Tow

    • Display: 6.35-inch Super AMOLED Full HD+ 2316 × 1080 pixels, 19.3:9 aspect ratio
    • Operating System: Funtouch OS 4.0 based on Android 8.1 (Oreo)
    • Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
    • RAM: 8 GB LPDDR4x
    • Storage: 128 GB
    • Rear Cameras: 12 MP + 5 MP, LED Flash
    • Selfie Camera: 8 MP
    • Security: In-display fingerprint scanner
    • Connectivity: 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac 2.4G + 5G, Bluetooth 5 .0, GPS, USB Type-C
    • Battery: 4,000mAh
    • Dimensions:162 x 77 x 8 mm
    • Weight: 199 g

    All in all, the Vivo Nex S2 seems like a smartphone from the future. However, its official specs and price will only be available at the time of its launch.

  • No Decision To Shutdown Hangouts, Says Google Representative

    No Decision To Shutdown Hangouts, Says Google Representative

    Just a few days back, a lot of technology websites reported that google had planned to shut down their messaging app- Hangouts. However, according to the Product Lead of G Suit, Hangouts will not be shut down. Well, it won’t exactly be shut down, but the company plans to migrate the users to Hangouts Chat and Hangouts Meet. The company representative also clarified a few more aspects using tweets. They said that while Hangouts classic will be shut down, it does not imply the end of support for messaging provided by the app.

    Also Read: Google’s New Smartwatch Patent To Use Your Skin As A Touchpad

    Google’s Future Plans

    Google Hangouts is a communication platform that includes instant messaging, video chat and VOIP services. It is interesting to note that Hangouts itself was born from separate entities. These include Google Talk, Google+ Messenger (formerly: Huddle), and Hangouts, a video chat system present within Google+. The Google representative also commented that migration to Chat and Meet should be automatic. He also said that it should be invisible to the end user. Hangouts is not shutting down per se. But, it is going to disappear in a while, after all its users are successfully migrated. Google has previously also started and abandoned other apps and services such as Allo, Inbox and Reader.

    Other companies are known to create a single app for instant messaging and video chat. They have then worked on it to improve it over the years, instead of shutting them down to create a new platform. We will have to see how the company handles the huge amounts of users that currently use Hangouts. Competition has been high from Facebook Messenger which is built on top of the most popular social media platform, Facebook. WhatApp also has a huge user base, owing to its first mover’s advantage in the messaging industry.

  • Updated Apple AirPods To Launch In Early 2019

    Updated Apple AirPods To Launch In Early 2019

    The Apple AirPods are one of the most popular wireless earbuds on the market right now. They are stylish, have Siri support and offer great portability as well. However, an upgrade to the earbuds has been long pending. And Apple needs to do this to ensure that they are at par with their competitors and what they offer. A latest report from famous Apple analyst Ming Chi Kuo has detailed that we will see an updated version of the AirPods early next year. He also said that we will also see a completely redesigned model in 2020.

    The New AirPods

    Ming Chi Kuo is known for his extremely accurate predictions about Apple products, from iPhones to MacBooks. In his latest reports, he states that an updated AirPods, with a wireless charging case and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity will hit the stands in the early parts of next year. This model will feature upgrades as well. Though it is not clear at this point as to what those upgrades are.

    This wireless charging case is seen in the marketing image of the AirPower mat. Nothing about the AirPower mat has been revealed by Apple, despite the tech giant announcing it way back in September 2017.  Additionally, the wireless charging case might be available as a separate accessory. Which customers can use with their existing AirPods as well.

     

    The report also details that the AirPods will face dramatic growth in the coming years. Predictions say that the number of units sold will rise to over 100 millions n 2020, compared to the 16 million units in 2017. The report also details that these are Apple’s most popular accessories ever.

    Also Read : Apple Extends Return Period For The Apple Watch 4

    The new, redesigned AirPods might be seen in 2020. These might include improvements such as sweat resistance as well. However, judging by the accuracy of his Kuo’s reports, we can expect to see a new version of the AirPods, early next year. The AirPower mat might also make a surprise appearance.

     

  • Huawei Enjoy 9 Leaked, 4 GB RAM And SD450 In Tow

    Huawei Enjoy 9 Leaked, 4 GB RAM And SD450 In Tow

    Huawei is a smartphone and telecommunication equipment manufacturer from China. In recent years, the company has emerged as a leader in smartphone technology. Not so long ago, the company launched their Enjoy 9 Plus smartphone in China and now its low specced sibling, the Huawei Enjoy 9 has leaked online. The smartphone was spotted on HICDMA.com and the specifications suggest it will be a budget device.

    Specifications And Design

    The Huawei Enjoy 9 measures 158.92 × 76.91 × 8.1 mm and weighs in at 168 grams. On the front of the device, sits a 6.26-inch display with a dewdrop notch up top. The phone uses an LCD display with a 1520 x 720 px resolution. It has an 8 MP front facing camera and dual 13 MP + 2 MP cameras with AI Features. The Huawei Enjoy 9 runs on EMUI 8.2 which is built on top of the Android 8.1 operating system. The smartphone is kitted with an Octa-Core Snapdragon 450 SoC and is powered by a 4,000 mAh Lithium Ion battery. The listing reveals the smartphone will be available in two memory and storage variants which are as follows:

    • 3 GB + 32 GB
    • 4 GB + 64 GB

    The Huawei Enjoy 9 also supports memory expandability up to 512 GB via microSD card. In terms of connectivity, the smartphone also supports dual 4G VoLTE, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and a 3.5 mm audio jack. It also has a bunch of sensors which includes an Ambient Light sensor, Gravity sensor and a proximity sensor.

    Price & Availability

    Also Read: Apple Extends Return Period For The Apple Watch 4

    The exact launch date of the Huawei Enjoy 9 is unavailable as of now, but the listing indicates it will launch soon. Considering the specs and features it is expected to be a sub $ 300 smartphone. However, the official specs and price will only be disclosed at the time of its launch.

  • Microsoft May Join The Foldable Smartphone Bandwagon in 2019

    Microsoft May Join The Foldable Smartphone Bandwagon in 2019

    Microsoft’s smartphone under Project Andromeda, which is a foldable screen phone may be launched as early as 2019. Foldable screen phone technology seems to be the future of smartphones. Many companies such as Samsung, Huawei and LG are working towards a future which will have large screen tablets that can be folded into phones and kept in your pockets. Microsoft, under Project Andromeda may launch the smartphone in 2019, according to a book called Beneath a Surface by journalist and Microsoft tech blogger collaborator Brad Sams.

     

    Microsoft’s Future Plans

    The book talks about how Microsoft built a $1 billion an year business from their Surface laptop. Brad Sams also mentions that a host of devices such as a Microsoft Surface product, Xbox One and new Surface tablets are slated for their launch. The book mentions that new form factors can be released in the next couple of years. This probably indicates the new foldable phone. According to reports, it won’t have a phone like interface, it will be a tablet like interface that works in a smaller form factor when folded. But these are all speculations for the time being.

    Also Read: Microsoft Launches The New Surface Laptop 2, Surface Studio 2 and Surface Headphones

    Microsoft has redirected their efforts and manpower towards the Surface lineup and wish to compete toe to toe with Apple’s iPad. The Surface lineup has earned them a lot of revenue in the recent past. 5G phones and foldable phones seem to be the right way to go for smartphone manufacturers right now. The author also revealed that the company plans to release a Surface Pro detachable tablet device. This device will sport a USB Type-C port, smaller bezels and rounded corners. This may see it’s launch in the later half of 2019. The company also plans to release two new low-cost Xbox One S devices, according to the book. The book talks about an ambient computing device that is also slated for launch. The device is a computer that senses and responds to user presence.

  • Apple Extends Return Period For The Apple Watch 4

    Apple Extends Return Period For The Apple Watch 4

    The Apple Watch 4 was one of the most interesting devices revealed at Apple’e special September 12th event held this year. The Series 4 Watch has a bigger screen, added and improved features to track your health and many more changes. However, a recent report details that Apple has extended the return period for the Apple Watch 4 to 45 days. Compared to the traditional 15 days they offer on other devices.

    The Extension

    The information regarding the extension came through MacRumours. They got their hands on an internal document distributed by Apple to their Authorised Service Providers. So now, if any customer wishes to return their Apple Watch 4 after a period of 45 days, their request will directly go to Apple support. Then, customers will need to contact Apple by phone, email or chat online to initiate a refund.

    The move is reported to be regarding the health features included in the new watch, especially the heart rate monitor and the ECG app. It also includes irregular heart rhythm notifications. Another document obtained by MacRumours also details that Apple Watch Series 1 to 4 will receive these features with the watchOS 5.1.2 update.

    The Motive

    However, it is still not clear as to why Apple has extended the return period for the Apple Watch 4. Some claim that this is done to let users get used to the health features and see whether they are really benefiting from it. This includes time for users to test out the ECG feature. And see whether it really has an impact and use in their daily life. However, Apple has warned users that the ECG feature is just to aid your health tracking and should not the used to replace a doctor. You must still rely on regular visits to your doctor in case you are suffering from any health issues.

    Also Read : Apple Allows TRAI’s DND App On iOS App Store To Avoid Facing Ban In India

    The Apple Watch 4 also includes other features such as automatic fall detection. This will alert emergency services after a certain time duration, if you do not wake up after a fall. It is still not clear as to why Apple has made the move to extend the time period for the return of the Apple Watch. But users will surely benefit from it.

  • Arlo Goes Overboard With 4K Ulta High Definition Security Camera

    Arlo Goes Overboard With 4K Ulta High Definition Security Camera

    The Arlo Ultra is a security camera but it isn’t your everyday security camera. It has a 4K sensor and is wireless. The Arlo Ultra features HDR image processing. But the question is do we really need a 4K security camera? It depends. There are several downsides to recording in 4K but there are a lot of great things too. Arlo’s 4K footage can help you to uncover critical information by getting better video quality when you zoom in. This may include information such as license plates, clothing, or other telling details or suspicious activities. The camera also features an integrated spotlight. It can illuminate an area in the night with a powerful LED light to see colour footage in the dark. This was previously not possible with most security cameras. The older cameras shot black and white night vision images in the dark. The camera also has dual-microphones.

    It also includes a newly designed rechargeable battery. It comes with a weather-resistant, magnetic charging cable for indoor and outdoor use. The camera has a panoramic 180-degree diagonal field of view. The Arlo Ultra also has a magnetic mount which makes it easy to attach in different surfaces. Arlo Ultra also has a built-in siren that can be automatically triggered by motion, audio detection, or manually activated remotely from the Arlo App for added protection.

    Also Read : Apple Music Finally Coming To Amazon Echo Devices

    Free Arlo’s Smart Premier service

    The camera also comes with a free one-year subscription to Arlo’s Smart Premier service (worth $120), along with the Arlo SmartHub, for connecting to home Wi-Fi. This allows the user’s router to provide extended Wi-Fi range to Arlo cameras. It also manages data traffic to and from the camera out to the user’s cloud account. The Arlo Ultra records 4K images locally and stores it in a micro SD card. But you can pay an additional subscription fee if you want to store your security clips in maximum resolution in the cloud.

    The Arlo Ultra will set you back around $400 and will roll out to the market in the first quarter of 2019.

     

     

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