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Budget Oriented Redmi Go To Launch In India On March 19
Xiaomi has sent out invites for the launch of its next budget oriented smartphone, the Redmi Go. The device will launch on the 19th of March and will be the first Android Go smartphone from the company. The smartphones under the Android Go initiative generally have low-end hardware and a skimmed down variant of the Android operating system which provides an optimised performance. As the device has previously been unveiled in the Philipinne all of its specifications are well known.

Xiaomi Redmi Go

The Redmi Go will have a similar design language to the Redmi 5A which was launched back in the year 2017. The Redmi Go has a polycarbonate body with significant bezels on the front. It measures 40.4 x 70.1 x 8.35mm and weighs 137g. It has a 5 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1280 x 720. The display has a pixel density of 296 ppi and a maximum brightness of 380 nits. For biometrics and security, the Redmi Go relies on Face Unlock technology as it lacks a physical fingerprint scanner. In addition to facial unlocking, it also supports the traditional on-screen locking options.

Under the hood, the Redmi Go packs the Snapdragon 425 SoC which is manufactured using the 28nm fabrication process. The chipset has a Quad-core CPU and Adreno 308 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone has an 8MP primary camera at the back with an aperture of f/2.0. For selfies, there is a 5MP camera with an f/2.2 aperture on the front. For memory and storage, the Redmi Go will be available in the following variants.
- 1GB RAM and 8GB ROM
- 1GB RAM and 16GB ROM
The Redmi Go is powered by a 3000mAh battery with support for 5W charging. The smartphone ships with Android 8.1 Oreo Go edition out of the box. There is a Hybrid SIM card slot on the device with support for microSD expansion of up to 256GB as well.

Pricing & Availability

Also read: Samsung Is Developing A Smartphone With An Invisible Punch Hole Camera

The Xiaomi Redmi Go will be launched in India on March 19. Unfortunately, there is no information about the price of the device as of now. However, it is expected to be priced at Rs 3,499 for the base variant and 3,999 for the version with 1GB RAM and 16GB internal storage.
March 15, 2019
NVIDIA GTX 1660 With 6GB GDDR5 VRAM Launched In India

NVIDIA has launched the Turing-based GTX 1660 Graphics card in India. First announced in February 2019, the GPU chip has 6 GB of GDDR5 VRAM and is a step up from the GTX 1060 GPU chip, which is based on the Pascal architecture. The 1660 series is targeted towards the mid-range GPU sector and will compete against graphics cards like AMD’s RX 580.

GTX 1660 Features

As mentioned before, the GTX 1660 is based on the 12th Generation Turning Architecture. The company claims that 1660’s architecture is much more power efficient than the standard Pascal architecture. The GPU chip requires 120 watts of power to operate optimally, which means that users with Generation 800 and 900 NVIDIA cards can upgrade to the GTX 1660 without upgrading their power supply unit. Taking increased power efficiency into consideration, NVIDIA claims that the GPU delivers the best performance per watt in its class.

The GPU chip features a total of 1,408 Cuda cores with a base clock speed of 1.5 GHz and a boost clock speed of up to 1.8 GHz. NVIDIA claims that at 1080p, the chip is 35% faster than the Pascal-based GTX 1060 3GB and almost 130% faster than Maxwell-based GTX 960. The GPU packs 6 GB of GDDR5 memory with a transfer rate of up to 8 Gbps. Furthermore, NVIDIA states that the GTX 1660 is “built for streamers”, since it is optimized for Open Broadcaster Software (OBS), which is the most popular streaming software globally.

With built-in NVIDIA Ansel, the 1660 enables users to capture high quality images in-game or create 360-degree photospheres of the same. Using NVIDIA Freestyle, gamers can use post-processing to customize the way their games look.

Price And Availability

Also Read: PUBG Lite For PC To Arrive Soon On Steam

The GTX 1660 is expected to be available for purchase soon in India, however, no exact date has been stated by the company. The GTX 1660 GPU will retail Rs. 21,500 onwards.

March 14, 2019
Mozilla Launches Firefox Lite Browser For Android In India

Mozilla first launched the Firefox Lite browser in Indonesia in August 2018. With a size of under 4 MB, the lightweight Android browser was developed to provide a smoother browsing experience on budget Android devices. The Firefox Lite is actually a rebrand of Firefox Rocket which was also released in 2018 and aimed towards a privacy-focused environment. On March 13, 2019, the Firefox Lite browser was formally launched in India.

Features

Mozilla Firefox Lite is available with a host of features to improve web browsing in Android devices. The company claims that the “Turbo Mode” in the browser can automatically block third party ad-tracking code, helping websites load much faster and reducing overall data consumption. In addition, the browser has a night mode, a feature which is being adopted by a multitude of applications in the market. Users can also long-press the Night mode option to customize the brightness of the mode.

The “Screenshot Whole Page” feature does exactly what it says. If the user wants to capture the whole webpage rather than the screen, he/she can click on the “Screenshot” button and an image of the entire webpage is saved in the “My shots” section (which is accessible via the menu bar). The image/webpage can then be viewed offline by the user or be shared with other people.

The browser also has an option for VPN browsing, called ExpressVPN. The plugin can be downloaded separately from the Play Store and can help users browse more privately. Noteworthy, the VPN service is free for only 7 days, after which users will have to pay for the same. Another helpful feature in the application is the “Block images” feature, which will hide all the images on the website for faster loading times.

If users swipe up from the home screen, they can access the Live Feed which will display content related to shopping, travel and lifestyle tailored by Firefox’s latest partners in India. Companies such as DB Digital, NewsPoint and Times Internet have teamed up with Mozilla to provide customized content for the Live Feed. The company also states that it will add more partners across the country to enhance content delivery.

Availability

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The Firefox Lite browser can be downloaded on Android devices running Android 5.0 Lollipop or later. The application is available on the Google Play Store, and will be competing against similar light browsers such as Opera Mini and UC Browser Mini. As of now, Mozilla Firefox Lite is available in 15 Asian markets, including Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, the Philippines, Vietnam, and India.

March 14, 2019
Samsung Announces NU6100 UHD TVs In India
Samsung has launched a lineup of online exclusive UHD TVs in India which carry the Super 6 Series branding and NU6100 moniker. The newly launched TVs will compete against the likes of Mi LED TVs which have gained a lot of popularity due to their low price. The Samsung UHD TV lineup includes three sizes which are 43-inch, 50-inch and 55-inch.

Samsung NU6100 UHD TV Features

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The NU6100 UHD TVs feature the PurColor technology that aims to deliver vivid colours with high levels of sharpness and optimized levels of contrast for an immersive experience. Also, the TVs are bundled with Smart Hub and Smart Convergence features. They allow the uses to stream content wirelessly on the large screen TV directly from their mobile phones or tablets.

The Super 6 Series UHD TVs from Samsung are equipped with a Quad Core processor which in combination with the UHD picture engine allows playing 4K games without lag from consoles on the device. The TVs run on Tizen OS which supports several media streaming services including Netflix, Hotstar and Youtube.

The inbuilt media streaming service on the NU6100 UHD TVs has access to over 60,000 international and national movie titles which can be viewed in 10+ local languages. All three variants of the UHD TVs have 20w speakers and a standard refresh rate of 60 Hz. The UHD TVs have two HDMI ports and one USB port for playing content via a thumb drive or an external hard drive.

Price and Availability

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The Super 6 Series UHD TVs from Samsung will be exclusively available from online channels and will be available for purchase from the 12th of March. Flipkart will sell all three models of the TV while Amazon will only sell the 50 inch variant. In addition to Flipkart and Amazon, the UHD TVs will also be available from Samsung’s online store. The price for different variants of the UHD TVs are as follows:
- 43 inch – Rs 39,999
- 50 inch – Rs 49,999
- 55 inch – Rs 59,999
Click here to buy the Samsung NU6100 UHD TV
March 12, 2019
Huawei Watch GT, Band 3 Pro and Band 3e Launched In India

At an event in India today, Huawei launched its range of wearables. The lineup includes the Watch GT, Band 3 Pro and the Band 3e. The highlight feature of all the product includes long battery life and a modern design at an affordable price. While the Watch GT is aimed at a premium smartwatch user, the fitness bands are targeted at fitness enthusiasts on a budget.

Huawei Watch GT

The Huawei Watch GT is a Lite OS based smartwatch which features sleep tracking, fitness tracking, and GPS capabilities. The Watch GT is waterproof down to 50 meters, measures 46.5 x 46.5 x 10.6 mm and weighs in at 46 grams without the strap. The device has a circular 1.39 inch AMOLED display with a 454 x 454 px resolution and a pixel density of 326 ppi. The smartwatch is made out of metal with a ceramic bezel and is available in two models, Classic and Sport.

The watch uses Bluetooth 4.2 to connect with smartphones and is compatible with both Android and iOS. Huawei claims 2-week long battery backup with active fitness tracking and up to 30 days with normal watch functionalities. Although, if you use it in continuous exercise tracking mode with heart rate monitor and GPS set to on, the battery backup drops down to 22 hours. The Watch GT can be fully charged in a mere 2 hours.

Huawei Watch GT has dual chipsets, a high power efficiency chipset for running less power-intensive processes and a second chipset which is up to 6x faster than the first for running features like activity tracking and heart rate monitor. According to Huawei, the combination of two different chipsets allow for the claimed long battery backup. It has an inbuilt heart rate sensor that can monitor and record the user’s heart rate, that can also be displayed on a smartphone app at a later point. It can also record sleeping patterns and suggest improvements for better sleep.

Huawei Band 3 Pro

The Huawei Band 3 Pro offers a less invasive and more lightweight option for those with fitness tracking needs. The Band 3 pro has a GPS tracker, heart rate sensor, and is waterproof to down to 50 meters. It measures 45 x 19 x 11 mm and weighs a mere 25 grams, almost half of the Watch GT. It has a metal construction with a high gloss UV coating and a silicone rubber strap. The smart band has a 0.95 inch 2.5D AMOLED display with 240 x 120 px resolution.

The Huawei Band 3 Pro apart from the touchscreen has a physical home button to easily navigate through the menus. Like the Watch GT, it also uses Bluetooth 4.2 to connect and is compatible with both Android and iOS devices. The Band 3 Pro has an inbuilt heart rate sensor that can monitor and record the user’s heart rate, that can also be displayed on a smartphone app at a later point. It can also record sleeping patterns and suggest improvements for better sleep. All the activities can be monitored and tagged in the App and then later reviewed for data collection on the user’s daily performance.

Huawei Band 3e

Huawei Band 3e is the most affordable product launched at the event today. The fitness band also offers a footwear mode which allows it to be attached on to a shoe for accurate step and fitness tracking. It measures 40.5 x 14.8 x 11.2 mm and weighs in at 17g. The smart band has a 0.5-inch PMOLED display and is waterproof down to 50 meters, just like its elder sibling. The physical home button on the band provides an option to navigate through the different menus. Huawei claims a battery life of 14 days on the device or 40 hours on continuous tracking mode. The strap is available in five colours which include Black, Grey, Orange, Cyan and Pink.

Pricing & Availability

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The Huawei Watch GT has been priced at Rs. 15,999 for the Sports edition, while the Classic edition will cost Rs. 16,999. Pleasantly. buyers will get a pair of Bluetooth earphones worth Rs 2,999 with the purchase of the smartwatch. The Huawei Band 3 Pro has been priced at Rs 4,699 whereas the Band 3e costs Rs 1,699. The Watch GT and the Band 3e will be available starting March 19 on Amazon while the Band 3 Pro will go on sale starting March 26.

March 12, 2019
Realme 3 To Go On Sale In India For The First Time Today
Amidst the launch of a number of budget-aggressive smartphones in India, Realme 3 was launched on March 4, 2019. Succeeding the Realme 2, the device offers significant performance and design upgrades over its predecessor and will go up against devices like the Redmi Note 7 and the Samsung Galaxy M20 in India.

Specifications, Design And Features

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The Realme 3 sports a 6.2 inch IPS LCD with a 1520 x 720 px resolution. The device has a dewdrop notch display and is encompassed by narrow bezels which add to the elegance of the device. The rear unibody panel of the smartphone is made out of polycarbonate with a 3D gradient finish on top. The back of the device houses the dual camera module with the LED flash, the Realme branding and a fingerprint scanner. The left side of the Realme 3 is occupied by the volume rockers and the SIM card tray with a dedicated microSD card slot (up to 256 GB), whereas the right side is occupied by the power button. The bottom of the handset accommodates the micro USB port, the speaker grille and the 3.5 mm headphone jack.

The smartphone runs on the Helio P70 chipset which comprises of a 2.1 GHz octa-core CPU and the Mali G72 GPU. The Realme 3 has two memory variants, one with a 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage and the other with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB ROM. The device has the Color OS 6.0 on top of Android 9 (Pie) out-of-the-box. The OS features gesture navigation and AI battery management.

The dual camera module consists of a primary 13 MP (f/1.8) camera sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor. The camera has features like Nightscape and Chromaboost, which are first-in-class. In terms of the front camera, the device has a 13 MP selfie shooter. It is powered by a 4,230 mAh battery with 10 W charging support. Notably, the Realme 3 also sports Bluetooth v5.0.

Price And Availability

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The Realme 3 is available in three colour options which include Dynamic Black, Radiant Blue, and Classic Black. It is available for purchase on the Flipkart online store, as well as Realme offline stores. As mentioned before, it is available in two storage variants for which the prices are as follows:
- 3 GB RAM + 32 GB ROM – Rs 8,999
- 4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM – Rs 10,999
Click here to buy the Realme 3 on Flipkart.
March 12, 2019
Black Shark 2 Gaming Phone To Launch On March 18
Xiaomi launched the gaming-centric Black Shark brand last year in a bid to capture the ever-growing market of smartphone gaming. For the delight of Indian consumers, the company has started its operations in the country and will soon launch its first device. All this while, it was also set to reveal the next flagship smartphone that would succeed last year’s Black Shark and Black Shark Helo. Xiaomi has confirmed that the Black Shark 2 will be launched on March 18 in an event in Beijing, China.

Black Shark 2 Specifications

The Black Shark 2 was referenced as Black Shark Skywalker in a leaked Antutu listing. The listing also confirmed the key specifications of the device. It will feature a similar design to its predecessor, meaning a dark grey coloured panel with green lines running vertically along the back and the Black Shark logo in the middle. The smartphone is expected to have a 6.3-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. The leaked Antutu listing revealed a whopping score of 359,973 points. This score places it in the second place, below the company’s own flagship Mi 9 which has a score of 371,849 points.

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (Skywalker) visits Antutu with Snapdragon 855 & 8/128.#Xiaomi #BlackShark2 pic.twitter.com/Qq6TRvy2j2
— Sudhanshu Ambhore (@Sudhanshu1414) March 8, 2019

To achieve the high score on Antutu, the Black Shark 2 will pack top tier specs. Under the hood, it will run on the Snapdragon 855 SoC which is manufactured using 7nm fabrication process. The chipset consists of an octa-core CPU and Adreno 640 GPU. The company previously confirmed that the device will feature a new form of cooling technology called Liquid Cool 3.0 to keep its temperature under check while running intensive applications. For memory and storage, the smartphone will be available in the following variants:
- 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM
- 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM
- 12GB RAM and 256GB ROM
The Black Shark 2 is expected to be powered by a 4000mAh battery like its predecessor and is confirmed by the company to support 27W fast charging. It will also be bundled with accessories for gaming which will launch alongside the smartphone.

Price & Availability

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The Xiaomi Black Shark 2 will launch on March 18 and is expected to go on sale soon after in markets like Europe and China. As the company has now started operations in India, the device may be launched in the country a few months after its China launch.

Unfortunately, the price of the device isn’t known yet, but it is expected to be priced around Rs 40,000 in India.
March 8, 2019
Tesla Unveils Faster Third Generation Supercharger

At a customer event at Tesla’s California headquarters on March 6, the company launched its third generation Supercharger which is its fastest yet. It will be capable of charging the Model 3 at the rate of a whopping 250kW, adding another extra 75 miles of range in just about 5 minutes. The ‘V3’ Supercharger is a significant improvement over the company’s V2 Superchargers

Supercharger Availability

The company stated that the installation of the first batch of V3 Superchargers will roll out in the second quarter of 2019. The consumers in the European and Asian-Pacific regions, however, will have to wait until the fourth quarter of the year to gain access to the V3 Superchargers. As of now, the first Supercharger V3 station is only accessible to members of Tesla’s early access program.

Features And Updates

As mentioned before, the Tesla V2 Superchargers were rated to a maximum output of 150 kW. However, Tesla users found that they were actually capped at 120 kW. The company later confirmed that the V2 Superchargers will be updated to 145 kW peak charge rate soon. Also, the company is rolling out a new feature called “On-Route Battery Warmup”, which will ensure that the car’s battery will automatically start heating up to the optimal temperature as the car is en route to a Supercharger. Doing so will reduce average battery charging times by 25 percent.

Tesla Model 3 automobiles will be able to reap the full benefits of the V3 Supercharger. Owing to a better battery optimization, the Model 3 will be able to charge quicker than the Model S and Model X, which will stay capped at 120 kW for now. Although Tesla plans to upgrade the charging speeds in the aforementioned models, the company hasn’t provided complete details regarding the update.

Also Read: Tesla Will Unveil The Model Y SUV On March 14

In addition, Tesla has also fixed a major issue with currently operating Supercharger stations, which is power splitting. Power splitting refers to “slower charging speeds” when multiple charging stations are being used at the same time. The V3 Superchargers aim to eradicate this problem by using built-in liquid coolant systems, ensuring that the Superchargers won’t catch fire spontaneously because of overheating.

March 7, 2019
Meizu Note 9 Launched With 48MP Rear Camera

Meizu announced the successor of the Note 8 in China, which is the Note 9. The company’s mid range smartphone has a modern design and aims towards targeting the sub 20k segment of the smartphone arena.

Specifications

The Meizu Note 9 sports a 6.2 inch FHD+ display with a waterdrop notch. It has an 89.2% screen to body ratio, owing to the 3 mm top, 3.1mm side and 5.35mm bottom bezels. The smartphone runs on the Snapdragon 675 SoC, which comprises of a Kryo 460 octa-core CPU and the Adreno 612 GPU. The handset is available in 4GB RAM and 6GB RAM, with 64GB and 128GB of internal storage.

The Meizu Note 9 features a dual camera setup on the back, which consists of a 48 MP (f/1.7) primary camera with the Samsung GM1 sensor and a secondary 5 MP depth sensor. The smartphone also has a front 20MP camera with face recognition 3.0.

The Meizu Note 9 has a pleasing G3 curved design, and the back cover has a glass texture which the company claims to be a ‘high-gloss porcelain’ design. The Meizu Note 9 sports a rear mounted fingerprint sensor, and the company claims that it is capable of unlocking the phone in just 0.2 seconds. It is equipped with Hyper Gaming Optimization and Game Mode 3.0, which will help in regulating smartphone temperature by prioritizing the running game.

Features And Availability

The Meizu Note 9 is powered by a 4000 mAh battery with 18 W fast charging support. It features a 3.5 mm headphone jack which is placed at the bottom of the handset, right next to the speaker grille and the USB Type-C port. In terms of OS, the Note 9 will run the Flyme 7.2 UI which is based on Android Pie.

Also Read: Meizu’s New Smartphone Will Have A 48 MP Sony Sensor & Snapdragon 855

The device is launched in China for 1398 Yuan (around Rs. 14,700) for the 4GB+64GB version and 1598 Yuan (around Rs. 16,800) for the 6GB+128GB variant. The smartphone will be available in three colour options, Black, White and Sparkling Blue. It will go live on sale in China starting March 11. As of now, the smartphone’s availability in India is not confirmed.

March 6, 2019
Realme 3 With 3D Gradient Unibody Launched
The highly anticipated Realme 3 has finally been launched. It is the successor to the Realme 2 which was launched last year. The newly launched smartphone is a significant upgrade over its predecessor and will compete with devices like the Redmi Note 7.

Realme 3 Looks and Features

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The front of the Realme 3 accommodates a 6.2 inch Dewdrop notch display which is surrounded by thin bezels on all sides. Intriguingly, the handset is highly reminiscent of the OnePlus 6T. The rear unibody shell of the smartphone is made out of composite material that has a 3D gradient finish.

The rear of the Realme 3 has a 3D gradient unibody which looks attractive. Moreover, the company claims it provides for an excellent graspability. The rear side of the device accommodates the dual rear camera, Realme branding and a Fingerprint sensor. The rear camera setup consists of an f/1.8 aperture equipped 13 MP sensor and a 2 MP sensor. Noteworthy, it is the first smartphone in its segment to have features like Nightscape and Chromaboost. The nightscape mode with the help of software captures well-lit pictures even in places which are dark or have poor lighting conditions. Whereas, the Chromaboost option boosts the colours of a picture which according to Realme are good enough to be shared on social media.

Like the OnePlus 6T, the left side of the Realme 3 is occupied by the volume rockers and SIM card+ microSD slot while the right side is occupied by the power button. The bottom of the smartphone makes room for the Micro USB port, loudspeaker grille, 3.5 mm audio jack and microphone pinhole. Under the hood, the smartphone packs the Helio P70 SoC which is also present on its sibling, the Realme U1. The chipset consists of a Mali G72 GPU and an Octa-Core CPU which is clocked at 2.1 GHz. It is powered by a large 4,230 mAh battery which can be charged with 10 watts of maximum power. The device runs on Color OS 6.0 which is built on top of the latest Android 9.0 Pie. Some notable features that the Color OS 6 brings to the table include gesture navigation and AI battery management.

Connectivity options on the Realme 3 include Dual 4G VoLTE, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, 3.5 mm audio jack and Micro USB port for charging and data transfer. Remarkably, Realme allows the users to unlock the bootloader of the smartphone from the day of its launch.

Price, Availablity and Colours

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The Realme 3 Pro is available in three colour options which include Dynamic Black, Radiant Blue and Classic Black. It is available in two storage variants for which the price is as follows:
- 3 GB RAM + 32 GB ROM – Rs 8,999
- 4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM – Rs 10,999
In addition to the inbuilt storage, it also accepts memory cards upto 256 GB via the dedicated microSD slot. The device will be available for purchase from Flipkart.com and offline Realme stores from the 12th of March.
March 4, 2019
Samsung Galaxy M30 Unboxing And Hands-On
Samsung has launched the third smartphones in its online exclusive, Galaxy M series. The new handset carries the Galaxy M30 moniker and it is placed above the previously launched Galaxy M10 and M20. Like other Galaxy M smartphones, the newly launched device is packed with features and is priced aggressively.

What’s In The Box?
- Galaxy M30
- Quick Start Guide
- USB Type-C Cable
- 15 W Power Adapter
- SIM Ejector
Design & Display

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The Samsung Galaxy M30 has a modern design with a 6.4 inch Infinity-U display on the front and gradient coloured plastic panel on the rear. The display of the smartphone has a Super AMOLED panel that has a resolution of 2280 x 1080 px and a pixel density of 394 ppi. The right side of the device is occupied by the power button and volume rockers while the left side is occupied by the SIM card + dedicated microSD card tray. The bottom of the smartphone accommodates the 3.5 mm audio jack, loudspeaker grille, microphone pinhole and USB Type-C port.

Chipset

The Galaxy M30 is kitted with the Exynos 7904 SoC which is designed and manufactured by Samsung. The chipset is manufactured using 14 nm manufacturing process and it is comprised of an Octa-Core CPU and Mali G71 MP2 GPU. Out of the eight CPU cores, two Kryo 260 Gold cores are clocked at 1.8 GHz while the remaining six Kryo 260 Silver cores are clocked at 1.6 GHz.

Memory & Storage

The Samsung Galaxy M30 is available in two storage variants which include 4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM. Noteworthy, the smartphone is packed with LPDDR4x memory which is the fastest RAM technology currently available for mobile devices. The smartphone also supports memory expansion upto 512 GB via the dedicated memory card slot.

Battery and OS

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The Samsung Galaxy M30 is powered by an enormous 5,000 mAh lithium battery which supports 15 W fast charging via the bottom mounted USB Type-C port. Thoughtfully, Samsung ships the device with a 15 W fast charging capable power adapter. The device runs on Android 8.1 Oreo out-of-the-box which skinned with Samsung’s UI. The device is also expected to receive the latest Android 9.0 Pie update in the near future.

Camera

The Samsung Galaxy M30 has an f/2.0 aperture equipped 16 MP selfie camera which housed in the notch above the Infinity-U display. The triple rear camera setup of the smartphone is comprised of f/1.9 aperture equipped 13 MP PDAF sensor, f/2.2 aperture equipped 5 MP depth sensor, 5 MP ultrawide sensor and an LED flash. The handset can also capture 2160p videos at 30 fps from the triple rear cameras and 1080p videos at 30 fps from the front mounted selfie camera.

Connectivity & Other Features

In terms of connectivity, the Samsung Galaxy M30 supports dual 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11 Wi-Fi, GPS, and bottom mounted 3.5 mm audio jack and USB Type-C Port. The rear of the smartphone features a fingerprint sensor which allows it to be unlocked securely and swiftly. Besides the fingerprint sensor and on-screen pattern lock, it also supports facial unlocking technology.

Price, Colour Options & Availablity

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The Samsung Galaxy M30 is available in two colour options which include Gradation Black and Gradation Blue. It is currently available for pre-order on Amazon.in and its deliveries will commence from 7th of March. The price of different variants of the Samsung Galaxy M30 are as follows:
- 4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM – Rs 14,990
- 6 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM- Rs 17,990
March 1, 2019
GoPro Launches HERO 7 Black Limited Edition In India

GoPro launched the HERO 7 Range of action cameras in September 2018. The lineup included the HERO 7 Black, HERO 7 Silver, and HERO 7 White. The company has now released a Limited Edition Dusk White variant for GoPro HERO 7 Black, which supports 8x Slo-mo video, Timewarp video and several other features.

Features

The GoPro HERO 7 Black has a 2 Inch (480 x 320 px) touch panel that can be used to access different available shooting options on the device. It sports a 12MP sensor that can shoot 4K videos at 60 fps (frames per second). The camera also features 8x Slo-Mo feature, which captures super slow 1080p videos at 240 fps. The American company claims that it delivers gimbal-like camera stabilization without the gimbal, leading to extremely stable HyperSmooth videos.

In terms of other features, the HERO 7 Black limited edition brings TimeWarp video shooting to the table. TimeWarp ensures that the camera captures a smooth and stabilized time lapse video, even if the person is moving through or around the scene. GoPro also provides the ‘SuperPhoto’ feature in the limited edition, which tones the camera images with HDR, local tone mapping and noise reduction. According to the company, the SuperPhoto feature can work in any form of lighting.

GoPro action cameras are known to be tough and rugged for extra durability, and the HERO 7 Black follows on the same line. GoPro claims that the Hero 7 Black is ‘tough as nails’, and can shoot in water depths of up to 10m. In addition, the camera supports a total of 16 voice commands, which allows the users to click pictures hands free, or tag their videos on social media. Speaking of social media, GoPro HERO 7 Black Limited Edition supports live streaming to Facebook via Facebook Live and Youtube. Other features include Face/Smile detection, GPS and 3.5mm audio mic input. The camera is bundled with a 1220 mAh battery, mounting equipment and a USB Type-C cable in the packaging.

Availability And Price

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The GoPro HERO 7 Black (Dusk White Limited Edition) can be pre-ordered via Amazon for Rs. 35,500. For a limited period, users will get a free GoPro Shorty mini extension pole/tripod worth Rs. 3,900 when they pre-order the camera.

March 1, 2019
Canon Launches The EOS RP Mirrorless Camera In India

After launching it on February 14 in Singapore, Canon has launched the EOS RP mirrorless camera in India. It is the lightest and smallest full-frame mirrorless camera the company has ever made. The camera is the second addition to its EOS R range, with the first one, the Canon EOS R which was launched in September last year.

Canon EOS RP: Features

The Canon EOS RP boasts of a lighter, smaller body compared to regular DSLRs. Measuring 132.5 × 85 × 70 mm in body size and weighing in at 485g, the camera is 285g lighter than its closest competitor, the company’s own 6D Mark II. The Canon EOS RP features a 26.2MP dual pixel CMOS sensor which is capable of 4K video recording at 25fps. It has a 0.05s focusing speed and EV-5 (Exposure Value) focusing capabilities. The camera runs on Canon’s Digic 8 image processor and is equipped with the RF mount which was introduced with the EOS R last year.

The Canon EOS RP has a wide range of lens compatibility options. Either an RF, EF or an EF-S lens can be used with an EF-EOS-R Mount Adapter in the camera. An LP-E17 battery is utilised in the camera which the company says should be good for 250 shots. For the viewfinder, Canon is using a 2.36 million dot OLED Electronic viewfinder with a 22mm eyepoint. It also has silent scene mode and support for UHS-II memory cards. Just like the EOS R, the EOS RP can be charged via a USB Type-C port, but there will be a need for the optional PD-E1 adapter (sold seprately).

Canon EOS RP: Price

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The entry of Canon in the mirrorless camera space seems to be a little late. But what will make it stand out from the competition is the price. The Canon EOS RP is available in India at a starting price of Rs. 1,10,495 for the body. If the RF24-105mm f/4 IS USM lens is purchased alongside the camera, it will cost Rs. 1,99,490.

March 1, 2019
Xiaomi Launches 32 Inch Mi LED TV 4A Pro In India

Xiaomi launched its new 32 inch smart LED TV in India, which is the Mi LED TV 4A Pro. It was announced at the Redmi Note 7 launch event held in New Delhi on February 28. Xiaomi claims that it is India’s smartest Android TV so far, and that it brings exciting features to the table. The company also launched the Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 7 Pro and the Mi Bluetooth Wireless Earphones at the event.

Features

The Mi LED TV sports an Ultra-bright HD ready display, which promises vivid colours and enhanced brightness. The display is paired with 20W (10W x 2) stereo speakers with dts-HD support, which deliver a powerful sound experience. The LED TV has thin bezels giving it an elegant appearance. It also has inbuilt PatchWall to personalize content by curating shows and movies for the user.

Xiaomi claims that the Mi LED TV 4A has more than 7,00,000+ hours of content available. All this content is available across streaming services like Hotstar, Voot, TVF and Sony LIV, which are preloaded on the Mi LED TV. It also features inbuilt Play Store Chromecast and the Google Voice Assistant for hands free operation. The TV runs on PatchWall and Android TV OS.

The Smart TV has a powerful 64-bit Quad Core processor to minimize system lag. Furthermore, Mi LED TV has 1GB RAM and 8GB of inbuilt storage. Multiple connectivity options such as HDMI, USB 2.0, AV and a 3.5 mm audio jack are available on the television. Wireless connectivity support includes Bluetooth v4.2 and Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz).

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The MI LED TV 4A Pro 32 is priced at Rs. 12,999 and will be available for purchase from March 7, 12 pm onwards via the Mi Online Store.

February 28, 2019
Xiaomi Launches Mi Wireless Earphones In India

Xiaomi took the Indian smartphone market by storm today when it launched the feature-laden Redmi Note 7 and Note 7 Pro at highly aggressive prices. In addition to the praiseworthy smartphones, the company has also launched two more products, Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones and Mi LED TV 4A Pro.

Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones Design

Xiaomi has released some quality earphones in the past, including the Mi Earphones and Mi Earphones Basic. The Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones are the first ever wireless earphones that the company has launched in India. They sport a minimalistic design along with a ton of other features. Weighing in at 13.6 grams, the earphones are light and should be easy to carry around. They have a sleek reflective finish and the company claims to use reverse spray technology to make the earphones stand out. The earphones also sport an adjustable ear hook which can be rotated at a 360 degree angle as per user comfort.

Connectivity And Features

Regarding connectivity, the Mi Sports Earphones has Bluetooth v4.1 integration that offers a range of upto 10 meters. The earphones feature copper wired speakers and PET (poly(ethylene terephthalate)) diaphragm for higher quality audio and low distortion. Users can use the 3-button setup present on the earphones to carry out a number of actions. For instance, users can adjust the volume, skip tracks, play/pause songs, answer/reject calls and enable three way calling using the multifunctional control remote. Present on the same module is the MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) silicone microphone which helps improve the sound clarity for calls.

Battery And Protection

In terms of battery, the Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones Basic can endure up to 9 hours of continuous usage before the 120 mAh battery runs out of juice. Apart from this, the earphones also have a standby time of 260 hours. The earphones can be charged via the microUSB 2.0 cable that is included in the package along with extra silicone buds for different ear sizes. Furthermore, the earphones are IPX4 sweat and splash proof to safeguard them against rain and accidental liquid splashes.

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The Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones are available in two colour options, Black and White. They are currently available for pre-order at a discounted price of Rs 1,499 from Mi.com. The deliveries of pre-ordered units will commence on the 20th of March.

February 28, 2019