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8GB DRAM Announced By Samsung For AI-Powered Applications

Samsung has set a benchmark when it comes to all things computing related. From manufacturing displays to home appliances, Samsung has done it all. The latest innovation in their line up is 8GB DRAM which is essentially a Low Power type (LPDDR5). Made for smartphones, Samsung has focussed on integrating AI capabilities and 5G compatibility with this 8GB DRAM. Samsung also claims high data-rates for the LPDDR5 DRAMs. The announcement was made on Samsung’s news blog.

Samsung 8GB DRAM

The senior vice president of Memory Product Planning & Application Engineering at Samsung Electronics, Jinman Han, quoted:

“This development of 8Gb LPDDR5 represents a major step forward for low-power mobile memory solutions.We will continue to expand our next-generation 10nm-class DRAM lineup as we accelerate the move toward greater use of premium memory across the global landscape”

This is exciting news because a faster and better-optimized RAM module will allow smartphone manufacturers to integrate AI into their devices. And then we have 5G which Samsung claims will be compatible with the LDDPR5 8GB DRAM. Prior to this DRAM, Samsung had started mass producing the 8GB LPDDR4 DRAM back in 2014.

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According to claims by Samsung, the LPDDR5 will have data-rates of up to 6,400 megabits per second (Mb/s). This, compared to the current DRAM in flagship devices, is almost 1.5 times faster. Samsung further claims that you can send close to 14 full HD video files (with a total size of approximately 3.7GB each), in a mere second.

The 8GB DRAM is also optimized to be less power hungry and work synchronously with the application processor. The LPDDR5 will achieve this optimization by lowering its voltage. Ultimately, Samsung wants to make the chip AI-friendly and better optimization will allow the DRAM to deliver better performance. The DRAM will also offer what Samsung is calling a ‘deep sleep mode’, which will essentially allow the DRAM to run on half of its usual power.

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July 18, 2018
Apple Updates MacBook Pro, Now Includes New Core i9 Configurable Option

Apple has updated their MacBook Pro lineup with new hardware upgrades. The MacBook Pro 15 inch is now available with an upto Core i9 Option with 4tB SSD and 32 GB of RAM. These machines are more targeted to resolve the performance needs of many MacBook Pro users who were not satisfied with the 2016 Update.

“The latest generation MacBook Pro is the fastest and most powerful notebook we’ve ever made,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing. “Now with 8th-generation 6-core processors, up to 32GB of system memory, up to 4TB of super fast SSD storage, new True Tone technology in its Retina display and Touch Bar, the Apple T2 chip for enhanced security and a third-generation quieter keyboard packed into its thin and light aluminium design with all-day battery life, it’s the best notebook for pro users.”

Apple will for the first time also allow configurable options in India, for the MacBook pro Line-up allowing Indian consumers to pick their choice of hardware. Also new to MacBook Pro is the Apple T2 chip, first introduced in iMac Pro. With the Apple T2 chip, MacBook Pro now delivers enhanced system security with support for secure boot and on-the-fly encrypted storage, and also brings “Hey Siri” to the Mac for the first time.

Macbook Pro 15 inch Specs:

• 6-core Intel Core i7 and Core i9 processors up to 2.9 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 4.8 GHz

• Up to 32GB of DDR4 memory

• Radeon Pro discrete graphics with 4GB of video memory in every configuration

• Up to 4TB of SSD storage

• True Tone display technology

• Apple T2 Chip

• Touch Bar and Touch ID

Macbook Pro 13 inch Specs:

• Quad-core Intel Core i5 and i7 processors up to 2.7 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 4.5 GHz and double the eDRAM

• Intel Iris Plus integrated graphics 655 with 128MB of eDRAM

• Up to 2TB of SSD storage

• True Tone display technology

• Apple T2 Chip

• Touch Bar and Touch ID

Apple has also launched new accessories for the MacBook Pro lineup including Apple sleeves for the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Pro in Saddle Brown, Midnight Blue and Black.

Starting at INR 149900 and INR 199900 respectively, the updated 13-inch MacBook Pro models with Touch Bar and 15-inch MacBook Pro models with Touch Bar are available in select Apple Authorised Resellers later this month.

July 13, 2018
WWDC 2018: macOS Mojave With Dark Mode Unveiled

Apple’s annual World Wide Developer’s conference has mostly focused on software. This time around, there was a lot of chatter around some hardware products being launched at WWDC 2018. Devices like the iPhone SE 2, AirPower were expected to be unveiled, however, that did not happen. One rumour that did get confirmed pertains to macOS. Apple unveiled macOS Mojave, the successor to macOS High Sierra which will roll out to compatible Macs later in the year.

Dark Mode

One of the most requested features for iOS has made its way to macOS. The Dark Mode has been on the wishlist of iOS users for many years but, iOS 12 won’t be getting it. Instead, macOS Mojave will take advantage of this famed feature. With the dark mode, the UI will become dark and it will work with all system apps. The Photos app, Pages, Keynote and all other pre-installed apps on macOS will have a dark UI once this feature is enabled.

While this is not a performance upgrade, we expect it to be one of the most talked about macOS updates in the coming months. This also means that Apple is open to a darker UI and iOS 13, or a future iOS 12 update might bring in this feature, too.

Desktop and Finder

People who intensively use their Macs know the pain of a cluttered desktop. A macOS desktop can get cluttered very soon and the new Stack feature will help users sort that out. Users can customize their Stacks to sort based on other file attributes like date and tags. Finder also gets a significant update in macOS Mojave with an all-new Gallery View that lets users skim through files visually. The Preview Pane now shows all of a file’s metadata, making it easier to manage media assets.

Group FaceTime

The iOS feature reaches the new macOS Mojave as well. Group FaceTime makes it easy to chat with multiple people at the same time. Participants can be added at any time, join later if the conversation is still active and choose to join using video or audio from an iPhone, iPad or Mac — or even participate using FaceTime audio from Apple Watch.

June 5, 2018
Apple Will Replace Some 13 Inch MacBook Pro Batteries For Free

Apple has introduced a new battery replacement program for some 13 inch non-Touch Bar MacBook Pro. Under this program, Apple would replace the batteries of these MacBook Pros for free.

According to Apple, there is an issue with a small number of MacBook Pros manufactured between October 2016 and October 2017. Apple notes that some non-Touch Bar MacBook Pros manufactured in the mentioned time frame have a faulty component which causes the battery to expand. In order to check eligibility, head to this page and enter the serial number of your MacBook Pro (non-Touch Bar).

It is worth noting that users who have already replaced their batteries can contact Apple for a refund. Once a MacBook Pro qualifies for the program, owners can either visit an authorised Apple retail store or can mail it to Apple’s repair centre.

Apple’s preemptive move will be appreciated by MacBook Pro owners especially considering the program will be valid for 5 years since the original release of the 13-inch MacBook Pro (non-Touch Bar). Apple has recently been criticised for not handling the iPhone slow-down debacle well. The company’s efforts of prolonging the life of older iPhones were misconstrued as a deliberate way of influencing users into buying new iPhones. However, Apple has since come out and made its intentions clear.

The company also released a feature in the latest iOS 11 update wherein users can choose between peak performance or better battery health. Apart from that, Apple also announced that the battery replacement charges will be reduced to US$ 29 for out of warranty iPhones.

April 23, 2018
8th Gen Intel Core i9 Processor For Laptops Officially Announced

Intel has officially announced the 8th generation Core i3, i5, i7, and Core i9 processor for laptops at a global event in Beijing. Additionally, the company also announced next-generation Intel Optane memory that can deliver high performance even on older PCs. These processors will be available across the globe for notebook manufacturers. The manufacturers are most likely to launch notebooks based on these chipsets by Q2 2018.

These chipsets are based on the latest Coffee Lake platform with 14nm++ process. Compared to the 7th generation chipsets, these processors offer up to 41% more frame rate while gaming. Similarly, 4K video editing will be faster by up to 59%. These processors also come with a discrete graphics card from AMD, which has an edge over the last gen processors.

The 8th Gen Intel Core i9-8950HK is the most powerful mobile processor launched to date. The chipset has a six cores and 12 hyper-threads to offer top of the CPU performance. The processor uses Thermal Velocity Boost (TVB), which will automatically increase the clock speed of the CPU based on temperature. This feature will help this chipset to achieve up to a maximum frequency of 4.8GHz.

The processors can handle native VR and Windows mixed reality content. Additionally, Intel has also launched a new Intel 300 Series chipset, which offers a faster 2x internet speed with 2×2 802.11AC 80 MHz (867 Mbps) standards. The 8th Gen chipsets combined with an Intel Optane memory can increase the performance a device by a large margin. The Intel Optane memory uses SATA-based storage technology without compromising storage capacity. In fact, compared to an HDD drive, the Octane can load a game 4.7 times faster and 1.7 times faster multimedia loading speeds.

April 3, 2018
Apple Will Make It Own Chipsets To Power Mac Devices By 2020

Most of the Notebook manufacturers use either Intel or AMD chipset. However, recently, companies like HP and Asus has started to launch notebook based on the Qualcomm chipsets. According to a report, Apple might replace the Intel processors on Macs to use its custom ARM chipsets. When Apple started making MacBooks and iMacs, the company initially used Motorola and IBM’s PowerPC chipsets. However, in 2005 Apple switched to Intel processor-based Macs.

The report suggests that the company is working on a new project named ‘Kalamata.’ The project is still in a nascent stage and this will help Apple to achieve seamless integration across its lineup including iPhone, iPad, iMac, and MacBook. This would also affect Intel, as 5% of its overall revenue generated comes from Apple. As soon as this news was out, Intel’s shares were down by 9.2%, which is the biggest intraday drop in the last two years.

However, Intel has not spoken a word about this development, and played safe:

We don’t comment on speculation about our customers

Apple Custom Chipset Specs

The processors will be manufactured by TSMC, which is the manufacturer of Apple A series chipsets for iPhones and iPads. These chipsets will use Arm’s technology. These processors are expected to offer better battery life and it will ease out the transition of unifying the iOS and macOS. The unification will be achieved using a new platform called ‘Marzipan’, which will be expected to go live in WWDC 2018 for developers.

Most of the notebook manufacturers like HP, Dell, and Asus wait for Intel or AMD to launch its latest chipset. If Apple develops its own chipset, then the company can be ahead of the competition. This will have a positive impact on Apple, as the company will have an all-around control over the components required for designing a device. This also means that the company will be able to launch newer Mac models with its own time frame. Additionally, this will help the company to integrate iOS and macOS on chipset level.

April 3, 2018
Samsung Notebook 3, Notebook 5 Officially Launched

Samsung has officially launched the Samsung Notebook 3 and Notebook 5. These notebooks will be available in South Korea from April 2018, which will be followed by a global launch in Q2 2018. The newest series of Samsung Notebooks boasts the latest 8th generation Intel chipset with 14 inch and 15.6 inch display. However, the company has not revealed the pricing of these devices. Additionally, the Notebook 3 will be available in Misty Gray, Night Charcoal, Deep Peach, and Pure White. Similarly, the Notebook 5 will available in Light Titan colour a metal body.

Samsung Notebook 5

The Samsung Notebook 5 has a 15 and 15.6 inch FHD 1920 x 1080 px IPS LCD display. This notebook comes in two variants, one with 7th Gen Dual-core chipset or an 8th Gen Quad-core chipset. These processors will be paired with NVIDIA GeForce MX150 2GB GPU with up to 16GB LPDDR4 RAM and SSD+HDD storage. The Notebook weights at 1.97 Kilogram, which includes a 43Wh battery.

Samsung Notebook 3

The Samsung Notebook 3 comes in three display sizes. One can choose between 14/15/15.6 inch display. However, unlike the Notebook 5, the display resolution has been reduced to 1280 x 720 on 14 and 15 inch models and the 15.6 inch model has FHD 1920 x 1080p panel. These notebooks come with a 7th or 8th Generation Intel Core i5/i7 chipsets with NVIDIA GeForce MX110 GPU and 16GB LPDDR4 RAM. All three variants have a 43Wh battery. Due to different screen sizes, the 15.6 inch model weighs 1.97 Kilogram and the 14 inch model weighs at 1.68 Kilogram. However, unlike the Notebook 5 model, these come in a plastic design.

April 2, 2018
Xiaomi Mi Gaming Laptop Officially Launched

Xiaomi has officially launched the Mi MIX 2s in China on the 27th of March. Along with its flagship smartphone, the company has also launched a gaming laptop named Xiaomi Mi Gaming Laptop. The notebook comes two variants. The 8GB RAM model is priced at 5,999 Yuan and the 16GB RAM model retails for 8,999 Yuan. The notebook has design similarities as of the Xiaomi Mi Notebook with a full metal unibody design. In fact, the notebook also looks similar to the Apple MacBook Pro.

Xiaomi Mi Gaming Laptop Specs

The Xiaomi Mi Gaming Laptop has a 15.4 inch FHD 1920 x 1080 px IPS LCD display with narrow bezels. Under the hood, the device will be powered by the Intel 7th generation Kaby Lake Core i7-7700HQ processor with 16GB RAM and 256GB SSD plus 1TB HDD with NVIDIA GTX 1060 GPU. Similarly, the entry-level model has the Core i5 7300HQ chipset with 8GB RAM and 128GB onboard flash storage with and a 1TB HDD with NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti GPU.

The laptop measures 20.99mm at its thickest point and also has a full-sized keypad with RGB lighting. Additionally, the notebook offers a wide range of ports, including 4 full-sized USB 3.0 port, 2 USB type C ports, HDMI port and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The headphone jack has a dedicated AMP to increase the audio listing experience through wired headphones. Additionally, the speakers are certified by Dolby Atmos.

To keep this device cool all the time, the device is equipped with 3+2 design heat pipes with four air outlets. The company claims that the thermal design will keep the device cooler, even in an extensive gaming session.

March 27, 2018
The New Acer Predator Orion 9 Will Cost Rs. 3,19,000

Acer India has officially launched the Predator Orion 9000 gaming PC. The device costs a whopping Rs 3,19,000. The company claims that the Predator Orion 9 is the first computer to have Intel Core i9 Extreme chipset in India. The computer is currently on sale via Acer exclusive and Chroma stores across the country.

Chandrahas Panigrahi, CMO and Consumer Business Head, Acer India, said:

We are thrilled to welcome to our gaming arsenal the iconic Predator Orion 9000 gaming desktop. The Orion 9000 is a desktop of extreme power designed especially for the demanding professional gamer with advanced cooling and game ready features to easily take on any game out there.

Acer Predator Orion 9 Specs

Acer Predator Orion 9 is a flagship-class computing system, which packs top of the line hardware. The device has Intel Core i9 Extreme processor with 128GB RAM and 2TB hard disc. Similarly, one can easily expand the storage using three M.2 slots, which can support latest SSD standards. The device has dual Nvidia GTX 1080Ti GPU. Similarly, a user can upgrade the GPU in future using additional PCIe slots. The outer shell of the computer looks like a spacecraft with programmable RGB lighting. One can play with the lightning using customisable RGB lights.

To keep the system cool at the time, the company has incorporated liquid cooling technology. In fact, the company has specially engineered a dedicated Acer IceTunnel 2.0 to keep it cool even in extreme gaming situations. IceTunnel 2.0 helps to keep the temperature down by using advanced airflow management solution. The cooling system separates the device into different zones to makes them stay cool using individual pipelines.

The computer has plenty of ports as well. To begin with, the device has 2 USB 3.1-second generation ports and 8 USB 3.1 first generation ports. Similarly, the device also has X16 PCIe slots to add additional graphics cards. The system comes pre-installed with 64-bit Windows 10 OS.

March 21, 2018
Asus ZenBook Flip S Officially Launched In India For Rs 1,30,990

Asus has launched a portable Asus ZenBook Flip S in India on the 19th of March. The company claims that the Flip S is the World’s thinnest and lightest convertible laptop, which is 11.2mm thin. The convertible laptop will be available via retail partners for Rs 1,30,990.

Arnold Su, Business Development Manager, ASUS India said:

We have seen a huge growth in the Stylish yet powerful notebooks in coming year & with the Zenbook Flip S UX370, it becomes a perfect companion for those looking for stylish & powerful notebook for daily use.

Asus ZenBook Flip S Specs:

The notebook comes with a metal unibody design, crafted from a single block of aluminium, which is lighter and stronger than a normal notebook. The notebook has undergone 40 painstaking steps with diamond cut highlights to give a premium finish. The new ErgoLift hinge offers 360-degree flexibility to the screen.

The notebook has a 1920 x 1080px touch-enabled display with a maximum brightness of 300nits. The display is capable of showcasing 72% of the NTSC colour standards. Similarly, the display supports an active stylus, where a user can use devices like Asus Pen for creating sketches. However, the retail package does not include the Asus Pen.

Under the hood, the device has an 8th Generation Core i7 chipset with 16GB RAM and 512GB M.2 SSD storage. The notebook has two USB type C ports, which can support external monitors with a maximum resolution of 4K UHD. Similarly, the company also includes a mini dock, which converts the USB type C port to an HDMI port, a USB 3.1 port, and a USB-C port. The notebook runs on 64-bit Windows 10 operating system.

The Asus ZenBook Flip S has a stereo audio system certified by Harman Kardon. The device also ASUS SonicMaster audio technology to offer louder and clearer sound profile. The notebook supports Windows hello login using an inbuilt fingerprint scanner, which can even read partial fingerprints. The notebook has a built-in 39Wh battery that offers up to 11 hours of battery life. Similarly, the battery can be charged from 0 to 60% in 49 minutes.

March 19, 2018
Apple Might Launch An Entry-Level MacBook In 2018

Recently, there has been a lot of demand for compact notebooks. Apple appears to be preparing to cash in on this demand by launching an affordable MacBook. A report suggests that Apple might launch a new MacBook in Q2 of 2018. This will be a successor of the 12 inch model that was updated in 2017. The device is expected to be priced similarly to the entry-level Air model or slightly higher than that.

The new Macbook is expected to go into mass production from June. These notebooks will be manufactured by two assembly chains. Quantum Computers have said to fulfil 70 percent orders and Foxconn will fulfil rest. Apple is aiming at 6 million device shipments. However, the actual volume is expected to reach 2/3rd of the target.

12 inch MacBook

The displays for the new notebook will be sourced from LG, as there is an issue with the Chinese supplier. The notebook will have a 13.3-inch display with a native 2560 x 1600 px resolution, similar to the current MacBook Pro lineup. Similarly, the upstream supply chain for the production of 2018 iPad Pro, and an inexpensive iPad 2018 have already begun. Also, the company is expected to launch the inexpensive iPad in Q2 of 2018 and the iPad Pro in the second half of 2018.

Expected features of Apple MacBook 2018

As mentioned, the notebook will have a 13.3 inch display with 2560 x 1600 px resolution. Under the hood, the notebook will have Intel’s latest Core M series chipset with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. Similarly, the notebook will have a similar form factor as of the original iteration with a butterfly mechanism keypad.

The notebook might also feature Touch ID for the authentification. However, we do not expect the notebook to have Touch Bar.

March 12, 2018
Apple To Launch A Cheaper MacBook Air In 2018

The MacBook Air was originally launched in early 2008, which was highly appreciated for the design and a longer-lasting battery. In fact, the 2017 MacBook Air still resembles the original model, which was designed to fit inside an office-folder.

A report suggests that Apple might launch a more affordable MacBook Air in Q2 of 2018. The company will be able to improve MacBook shipments by 10 to 15%. In fact, Apple is expected to launch the newer model at the WWDC 2018.

The entry-level MacBook Air is priced at $999, which is the choice of notebook for the most of the college-going students. However, there were no major improvements in the last few iteration, as Apple is focusing on the 12-inch MacBook and the MacBook Pro. The report also claims that Apple is also expected to launch three new iPhones with Face ID. Similarly, the company is also expected to launch a new version of AirPods.

12 inch MacBook

Specifications

As suggested, the MacBook Air is expected to have a 1440 x 900 px 13 inch display. Under the hood, the notebook is expected to be powered by the Intel 8th Gen Core i5 chipset with 8GB RAM and 128GB or 256GB PCIe SSD storage. However, the report doesn’t say anything in particular about the hardware specifications.

The notebook is expected to retain all the ports, including 2x USB-A, SD card reader, and a mini display port. However, Apple might also go with the latest trend to offer a complete USB type C solution like the MacBook Pro lineup.

The notebook is expected to have a similar battery life as of the current MacBook Air with support for MagSafe 2. The device will be based on macOS High Sierra operating system.

Conclusion

The MacBook Air is a great notebook for the first time MacBook buyers. The notebook comes with an highly-optimised operating system with a premium user experience.

March 5, 2018
Huawei MateBook X Pro Launched At EUR 1499

Huawei has launched the FullView touchscreen notebook, called Huawei MateBook X Pro at MWC 2018. The Huawei MateBook X Pro will succeed the MateBook X which was launched in 2017. The Matebook X Pro starts at a price of EUR 1499 and goes up to EUR 1899. The company has stated that it will go on sale in Q2 of 2018.

Specifications

The notebook comes with 13.9 inch display with 92% screen to body ration. It uses a low power consuming LTPS touch-screen with 3000 x 2000 px resolution, which offers 20 pixels per inch. The display supports 100% sRGB colour gamut with a maximum brightness of 450 nits and 1500:1 contrast ratio. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass for smooth and responsive multi-touch screen experience. The notebook runs on Windows 10 operating system with Windows Hello support.

The Huawei MateBook X Pro comes with the latest Intel 8th generation Intel Core i7 chipset with NVIDIA GeForce MX150 mobile GPU.

The Huawei MateBook X Pro offers perfect diamond cut edges with sandblast finish for a more uniform finish. The notebook is one of the lightest in its category, which weights at just 1.33 KG. Compared to the 13.3-inch Apple MacBook Pro, the Huawei MateBook X Pro is 50% thinner with similar hardware capabilities. Keeping this thin, the notebook also ships with a full sized USB 3.0 port, two USB type C ports and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

The USB type C port does support Thunderbolts 3, which can drive an external display with up to 4K resolution. The port can also support external GPU like the NVIDIA GTX1080. The company has re-engineered the cooling system on the Huawei MateBook X Pro, which now comes with passive and active mode with temperature detection fans control. It uses the custom Huawei shark fin fan design, which offers up to 20% more efficient.

The Quad speaker setup on the notebook comes with the clear treble tweeter and rich base subwoofer. In fact, The sound profile has been fine-tuned by Dolby Atmos. It has a built-in 4 microphone solution, which offers 360-degree listening without any distortions. The Huawei MateBook X Pro comes with all-day battery life. Which means, the device can offer up to 15 hours of web browsing, or 14 hours of office work or 12 hours of video playback on a single charge.

Traditionally notebooks use keypad authentication. However, Huawei MateBook X Pro comes with iris scanner + fingerprint scanner + keyboard. A user can use any one of these features to login into the notebook. Like the Apple MacBook Pro, the Huawei MateBook X Pro comes with the one-touch power button, which also doubles as a fingerprint scanner.

The notebooks’ keypad is spill proof, which saves the device from the accidental coffee or water spills. The Huawei MateBook X Pro has the largest trackpad on any notebooks under 14 inch display.

February 25, 2018
Samsung Notebook 9 (2018) And Notebook 7 Spin (2018) Goes On Sale On 18th February
Samsung Notebook 9 (2018), Notebook 9 Pen (2018), and Notebook 7 Spin (2018) will be available from 18th February in the US. These are the first set of Notebooks from Samsung features Intel’s 8th Gen (Quad-core) processor with Windows 10 operating system.

The Samsung Notebook line of notebooks designed to offer mobility with the aesthetically pleasing form factor. These notebooks weights less than 3 pounds, which lessens the burden on the user. When it comes to price to performance ratio, these notebooks balances both the aspects in a right proportion.

Pricing:

The entry-level Samsung Notebook 7 Spin is priced at $899.9, which makes it the most affordable model. The Samsung Notebook 9 (2018) with 13.3 inch retails for $1,199.9 and $1,299.9 (Core i5 and Core i7 model). The 15 inch model comes with Intel Core i7 processor (with a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GPU) for $1,499.9. Finally, the 15 inch model with Core i7 is available for $1,299.9. Finally, the Samsung Notebook 9 Pen (2018) with 13.3 inch screen retails for $1,399.9.

13.3-inch model and 15.0-inch model of Samsung Notebook 9 with Intel Core i7 processor retails for the same price tag.

Specifications:
- Samsung Notebook 9 comes in two different screen size (13.3 inch and 15.0-inch), featuring a 1080p Samsung RealView touch display. One can choose between Intel Core i5 or Core i7 processor coupled with 8 GB LPDDR4 RAM and 256 GB SSD. The 15.0 inch model comes with a dedicated GPU Nvidia GeForce MX150 with 2 GB LPDDR5 memory. A special model named Notebook 9 Pen comes with an S-pen with a built-in IR-front-facing camera for facial recognition.
- Samsung Notebook 7 Spin offers 13.3-inch screen size with a 1080p resolution LED touch panel, powered by 8th Gen Intel Core i5 Processor.
Every model of Samsung Notebook offers fingerprint scanner with support for Windows Hello. In addition to that, the Notebooks offer full-sized USB 3.o port, HDMI port, 3.5 mm headphone jack and a USB type C thunderbolt port.
February 16, 2018
Apple iMac Pro Priced At Rs. 4,15,000 Up For Sale In India

In mid-December, Apple launched the iMac Pro in the US at a starting price of US$ 4999. In India, it was announced that only the base variant with an 8-core processor will go on sale at a price of Rs. 4,15,000. The exorbitant pricing keeps up with Apple’s much higher pricing pattern in India when compared to its American price.

Select Apple stores across the country have started receiving iMac Pro units which means that it is now available to buy. A wider availability of the new iMac Pro is expected by the end of this week.

The iMac Pro has a 27-inch Retina 5K display with a 5120 x 2880 px resolution and 500 nits of brightness. The iMac Pro will be available in only one colour variant, Space Gray.

Under the hood, the iMac Pro’s base model comes with an 8-core Intel Xeon processor which can go up to 18 cores, 32GB of 2666MHz DDR4 ECC memory RAM with the other two variants having 64GB or 128GB of RAM. The base model has 1TB hard drive with 2TB or 4TB being the other two options. Handling the graphics in base model will be the Radeon Pro Vega 56 graphics processor with 8GB of HBM2 memory, this can also be configured up to Radeon Pro Vega 64 graphics processor with 16GB of HBM2 memory.

Just above the display is an improved 1080P FaceTime camera.

In terms of the number of ports and connectivity, it has four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports, a 3.5mm headphone jack, SDXC card slot, and an Ethernet port.

Along with the iMac Pro, the consumers will also get a Space Gray Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, and a Space Gray Magic Mouse 2 along with the essential cords.

February 12, 2018