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Tuesday, 21 May 2019

Infinix S4 with 6.2-inch Waterdrop screen, triple rear cameras, 32MP front camera launched in India for Rs. 8999

After the launch of Smart 3 Plus, last month Infinix has launched S4, a new mid-range smartphone in India, as it had promised. It has 6.21-inch HD+ 19.5:9 aspect ratio screen with 88.6% screen-to-body ratio, is powered by MediaTek Helio P22 12nm Octa-Core SoC with 3GB of RAM, runs Android 9.0 (Pie) with XOS 5.0, has a 13-megapixel rear camera, 8-megapixel secondary 120-degree ultra-wide lens and a 2-megapixel camera to capture depth information in portrait shots. It has a 32-megapixel front camera with AI beautify that maps 1024 points, AI portraits and uses Quad Bayer technology for large-pixel levels of light sensitivity offering 8MP output that is sharper with effective 1.6μm pixels. It has a 2.5D glossy glass-like finish on the back with a fingerprint sensor, comes with dedicated dual SIM and microSD card lots and packs a 4000mAh battery. Infinix S4 specifications 6.21-inch (1520 × 720 pixels) HD+ 19.5:9 2.5D curved glass display with 500 nits brightness, 1300:1 contrast ratio 2GHz Octa-Core MediaTek Helio P22 (MT6762) 12nm processor with 650MHz IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU 3GB RAM, 32GB internal storage, expandable memory up to 256GB with microSD Android 9.0 (Pie) with XOS 5.0 Dual SIM 13MP rear camera with Quad LED Flash, f/1.8 aperture, 1.12µm pixel size, 8MP 120° ultra-wide lens with f/2.2 aperture, ...

Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2 with improved CPU and camera performance announced

Google launched its augmented reality headset, Google Glass Enterprise Edition in July 2017 and a new edition with Snapdragon 710, integrated LTE modem surfaced recently. Today, Google has officially launched the Glass Enterprise Edition 2 with a more powerful multi-core CPU, improved camera performance and quality. The Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2 is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 platform which comes with a new artificial intelligence engine and a more powerful multi-core CPU. This Glass also comes with improved camera performance and quality compared to the previous generation and also for the first time, Google has added USB Type-C port on the Glass Enterprise Edition 2. It also has support for fast charging and said to have improved battery life. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5IK-zU51MU4#action=share As this Glass is built on Android, users can easily integrate the services and API they already use and it also supports Android Enterprise Mobile Device Management. Additionally, Google has partnered with Smith Optics to make Glass-compatible safety frames for different types of demanding work environments, like manufacturing floors and maintenance facilities. Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2 is priced at US $999 (Rs. 69,660 approx.) and is not directly sold to consumers. It is sold to Enterprise businesses and interested people can get this by ...

Monday, 20 May 2019

How to enable Digital Wellbeing on Xiaomi phones

Xiaomi recently introduced Screen time feature with MIUI Global Beta ROM, it is similar to Digital Wellbeing that helps you understand your phone usage better, app usage timers so that you can limit the usage, visuals detailing how many times you unlock your phone per day and how many notifications you receive. Screen time feature is available only on MIUI Global Beta ROM but you can install Digital Wellbeing on your Xiaomi device in case you own a device running Android Pie based MIUI Global Stable ROM, read this step by step guide to learn how. Download the latest version of Digital Wellbeing from here, and install it on your device. [gallery size="large" ids="282630,282629,282628"] Install a launcher on your device that lets you add activities widget on the home screen, we are using Nova launcher for this tutorial. Long tap on the home screen to add a widget, select activities and scroll down to the Digital Wellbeing. [gallery size="large" ids="282626,282625,282624"] Launch the app by clicking the widget on the home screen, and allow 'Usage Access' to the app. [gallery size="large" ids="282623,282622,282621"] Go back to the app and turn on 'Show icon in the app list' option, the app will appear in the app ...

Canon EOS 200D II compact and lightweight DSLR launched in India starting at Rs. 52995

Canon India recently launched EOS 200D II, the latest addition to their EOS DSLR range and a successor to the iconic EOS 200D. Positioned as light and compact DSLR for beginners, it is powered by the latest DIGIC 8 processor and a 24.1MP APS-C CMOS sensor. The EOS 200D II sports an APS-C size (equivalent) imaging sensor along with a Vari-angle LCD monitor. Moreover, the user gets nine autofocus points along with Dual Pixel autofocus as well. The ISO range is between 100 to 25,600 (expandable to 51,200), 5fps burst shooting with One-Shot AF or 3.5fps with Servo AF. The EOS 200D II also features a 4K time-lapse function and can shoot full-HD video up to 60fps or 4K video at 25fps. With the Creative Assist and smooth skin feature incorporated for the first time in an EOS DSLR, users will be able to achieve desired effects in their photographs too. It also has a Creative Assist function helps new shooters navigate the different settings to achieve their desired effect. Also, it lets you adjust the background blur, brightness, contrast, colours, and more. With the built-in Bluetooth low energy technology, the camera can stay connected for quick access such as image viewing on ...

First Look at Ather Grid fast charging points in Chennai by Ather Energy

Ather Energy introduced its range of 'Made in India' electric scooters last year in India. The company debuted its launch in Bengaluru and promised to expand to many cities gradually. As promised, Ather Energy has started its work to launch the electric scooters in Chennai and has begun installing Ather Grid charging points across the cities. We visited the locations where the fast charging points have been set up and here is the first look of Ather Grid in Chennai. The company will be installing 50-55 Ather Grid points by the end of the year and the fast charging network can be used by all electric two-wheelers and four-wheelers. As a part of the launch offer, this facility is being offered free of charge until the end of the year. They have partnered with restaurants, cafes, shopping malls, tech parks, gyms, etc to install the charging points and according to the company, the charging points will be made available no more than the 4km driving distance from each other. [gallery link="file" columns="2" size="large" ids="282697,282698"] Ather Grid charging points locations in Chennai As of writing this article, Ather Energy has set up 4 charging points across Chennai. Ather Grid is now live at Forum Vijaya Mall, ...

Infinix S4 with 6.2-inch Waterdrop screen, triple rear cameras, 32MP front camera launching in India on May 21

After the launch of Smart 3 Plus last month, Infinix is all set to launch S4 smartphone with 6.2-inch HD+ screen, triple rear cameras that includes an ultra-wide sensor, as well as 32-megapixel front camera on Flipkart tomorrow, May 21st. The image shows a gradient back with dazzling finish and a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. It will likely run Android 9.0 (Pie) with XOS 5.0 and feature dedicated dual SIM and microSD card slots. The phone is expected to be priced competitively. We should know the complete specifications and the price when the phone is launched tomorrow at 12 noon.

boAt Airdopes 411 Portable True Wireless Earbuds launched for Rs. 2999

Following the launch of Bluetooth speakers, boAt lifestyle has introduced Airdopes 411 portable True Wireless earbuds in the Indian market. After the launch of boAt Airdopes 511, the 411 is the newest addition to the Airdopes family. The newly launched earbuds come with a sleek comfort-oriented design with good bass and it is aimed at the millennials. The Airdopes 411 comes with a charging case powered by a 500mAh battery. The new Wireless earbuds support HSP, HFP, A2DP and AVRCP and feature wireless Bluetooth V5.0 with a range of up 33 feet. Furthermore, the earphones are powered by 6mm and 50mAh dynamic drivers. As per the company claims, it comes with 3.5 hours of playtime and 80 hours of standby. It comes with IPX4 Sweat and Water Resistance. Moreover, users can press and hold to activate voice assistant as well as manipulate tracks and answer calls as well. It takes 1-1.5 hours to charge the earbuds from 0% to 100% while the charging case of the earbuds also takes 1-1.5 hours to get fully charged. The boat Airdopes 411 carries a price tag of Rs 2,999 and it will be available on Amazon India. Additionally, the earphones will come with a 1-year warranty ...

OPPO Reno 10x Zoom Edition features Nokia OZO Audio capture capabilities

OPPO introduced  Reno 10x zoom Edition last month, and it will be launched in India on May 28th. Today Nokia has highlighted that the OZO Audio capture capabilities on the phone with Audio 3D and Audio Zoom features built in, allowing users to capture the full richness of life. This is as a part of patent license agreement that Nokia signed with OPPO in November last year. OZO Audio is created and licensed by Nokia, that enables true-to-life sound through innovative features and for users to capture and edit device audio with greater accuracy and precision. Audio 3D allows users to immerse themselves in sound, capturing the full audio landscape with vibrant depth, direction and detail. It delivers a natural sound experience and high-fidelity audio within one degree of accuracy. Audio Zoom acts like a telephoto lens for audio, allowing users to dynamically pinpoint and amplify sound to correspond to zoomed video. The Audio 3D and Audio Zoom capabilities are integrated into the OPPO Reno 10x Zoom Edition, which contains three microphones in the device to enable full spatial audio capture. The features work with the native camera application, meaning no additional software installation is required. Commenting on the same, Paul Melin, VP of Technology Licensing at Nokia ...

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7S with 6.3-inch FHD+ display, Snapdragon 660, 48MP camera launched in India starting at Rs. 10999

Xiaomi just launched the Redmi Note 7S, the company's latest mid-range smartphone, as it had promised. It is an improved version of the Redmi Note 7 was launched in India back in February. It packs a 48-megapixel rear camera with 1/2" Samsung ISOCELL Bright GM1 sensor, f/1.8 aperture with four-in-one pixel binning to make an 12MP image with 1.6μm pixel. It has a 5-megapixel secondary camera for portrait shots and also comes with AI features. Other specifications are similar, including a 13-megapixel camera on the front with AI beautify and AI portrait features as well as AI face unlock, 6.3-inch Full HD+ DotNotch display with 1.95mm narrow bezels, 81.37% screen-to-body ratio, Aura design with a glass back with 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection,P2i nano coating making it splashproof, rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and a 4000mAh battery with support for Qualcomm Quick Charge 4.0 for 18W fast charging, but you have to get the fast charger separately since it comes with 10W charger. Redmi Note 7S specifications 6.3-inch (2340 ×1080 pixels) Full HD+ 19:5:9 2.5D curved glass LTPS in-cell display, 1500:1 contrast ratio, 450 nits brightness, 84% NTSC Color Gamut, Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection Octa Core Snapdragon 660 14nm Mobile Platform (Quad 2.2GHz Kryo 260 + Quad 1.8GHz ...

Sunday, 19 May 2019

Google services banned on upcoming HUAWEI smartphones as Google suspends business with the company

Google today announced that it has suspended some of its business operations with HUAWEI which includes a ban on using Google Services and Play Store. According to reports, the upcoming smartphones from HUAWEI won't have access to Google services. Google has suspended business with HUAWEI that requires the transfer of hardware products, software products, and technical services. The U.S Government has sought to blacklist to the services around the world. For Huawei users' questions regarding our steps to comply w/ the recent US government actions: We assure you while we are complying with all US gov't requirements, services like Google Play & security from Google Play Protect will keep functioning on your existing Huawei device. — Android (@Android) May 20, 2019 As a result of the blacklist, HUAWEI smartphones will immediately lose access to updates to the Android operating system, and the next version of its smartphones outside of China will also lose access to popular applications and services including the Google Play Store and Gmail app. However, the suspension of Google services is applicable only for upcoming HUAWEI smartphones and the existing smartphones won't be affected by this. The existing users will continue to receive updates and will have access to the Google Play Store. Chipmakers ...