Realme Buds Wireless Review: For the Bassheads

Headphones are getting better and better, be it in audio quality, design, and ergonomics. The old traditional wired headphones with 3.5mm audio jack are slowly getting replaced by either USB Type-C or Bluetooth wireless earphones. In case of Bluetooth wireless earphones we have different varieties — true wireless, wireless with a cable, and earbuds with a neckband. For some reason, the neckband earphones are recently trending in the market and to capitalise it many handset makers are trying their hands on the unconventional yet rewarding earphones. Many companies right from Samsung, OnePlus, Xiaomi have already launched their neckband at various price points. Realme is the latest one to join this trend. Last month Realme expanded its presence in the accessories space with the launch of Buds Wireless neckband headphones in India alongside Realme XT mobile launch. The Buds Wireless neckband headphones will take on Xiaomi's Mi Neckband at Rs. 1,799. In this article, let's find out how good is the Wireless neckband for its pricing. Design [gallery link="file" columns="2" size="medium" ids="294323,294322,294325,294324"] The Realme Buds Wireless follows the same philosophy as it's cousin, the OnePlus Bullets Wireless. Dubbed as Elastic Metal String Necklace, the neckband features a high-quality skin-friendly silica gel, which offers a comfortable and ...

HUAWEI Enjoy 10 with 6.39-inch FHD+ punch-hole display, 48MP dual rear cameras gets certified

After the Enjoy 10 Plus last month, HUAWEI is all set to introduce Enjoy 10, a cheaper phone in the Enjoy series in China. Specifications of the phone has been revealed by TENAA with the model number ART-TL00x, and the press render was shared by @ebleaks recently. This reveals a 6.39-inch  HD+ punch-hole display, Kirin 710 12nm SoC with up to 6GB RAM and GPU Turbo 3.0, 48-megapixel primary camera with AI features and a 2-megapixel camera for portrait shots. It is expected to run EMUI 9.1 on top of Android 9 Pie and a 4000mAh (typical) battery, but there is no fingerprint sensor. HUAWEI Enjoy 10 rumored specifications 6.59-inch (1560 × 720 pixels) HD+ 19:5:9 2.5D curved glass display Octa-Core Kirin 710F 12nm (4 x 2.2GHz Cortex-A73 +4 x 1.7GHz Cortex-A53) with ARM Mali-G51 MP4 GPU 4GB RAM with 64GB storage / 6GB RAM with 128GB storage, expandable memory up to 512GB with microSD Android 9 (Pie) with EMUI 9.1 Hybrid Dual SIM (nano + nano / microSD) 48-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.8 aperture, LED flash, 2-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture 8MP front camera Dimensions: 159.81×76.13×8.13mm; Weight: 176g Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz / 5GHz), Bluetooth 5, GPS + ...

Google rolls out October 2019 security update for Pixel devices, also available for Essential Phone

Google has started rolling out new over-the-air (OTA) update for Pixel devices and also posted factory images as part of monthly Android Security release for October. The latest security update is the first after Android 10 update that was released recently. New builds for the Pixel devices with October 2019 Android Security update: Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL (QP1A.191005.007.A1) Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 3a, Pixel 3a XL (QP1A.191005.007) Check out the complete set of issues that are fixed in the latest update in the Android update Bulletin here, Security and download full factory images or OTA images for these Pixel devices from the Google Developers website, if you don’t have the over-the-air (OTA) update yet. Functional patches for Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 3a, Pixel 3a XL Wi-Fi stability improvements System stability improvements Fix for memory drain in UI Fix for missing heads-up notifications Gesture navigation stability improvements Fix for bootloop in certain device locale modes Functional patches for Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL Fix for missing notifications in Pixel Stand mode Sensor calibration improvements As usual Essential has also rolled out the October security patch for the Essential Phone. October's security update for Android 10 is now available OTA (Open Market). ...

macOS Catalina 10.15 update with Sidecar, Screen Time, Mac Catalyst and more now available for download

Apple has released macOS Catalina 10.15, the next major update to macOS devices, after it was introduced at the WWDC 2019 back in June. This brings Apple Arcade game subscription, all-new Mac versions of Apple Music, Apple Podcasts and Apple TV apps, Sidecar feature that extends Mac desktops with iPad as a second display, or tablet input device using Apple Pencil with Mac apps, Voice Control that allows Mac to be controlled entirely by voice, Mac Catalyst, a new technology that makes it easy for third-party developers to bring iPad apps to Mac, Screen Time that gives users insight into how they spend time in apps and on websites, and the ability to decide how to spend their time. macOS Catalina 10.15 update is 4.9GB in size, but for some it's as big as 8GB in size. It is compatible with MacBook (Early 2015 and later), MacBook Air (Mid 2012 and later), MacBook Pro (Mid 2012 and later), Mac mini (Late 2012 and later), iMac (Late 2012 and later), iMac Pro (all models) and Mac Pro (Late 2013 and later). It is already available to download for these devices, and can also be downloaded from the Mac App Store for free. Check ...

Instagram Dark mode arrives for Android and iOS

Update: After testing it recently, Instagram has started rolling out Dark mode feature in the stable release for both Android and iOS. The company says it will automatically work on iOS 13 and Android 10 once you turn dark mode on your phone. However, if your Android phone supports dark mode (Samsung's One UI, Xiaomi's MIUI and others), this will trigger Instagram's dark mode. Earlier: Google introduced a system-wide dark theme with Android 10 update and most of the native Google apps already started getting the new dark theme. But, many third-party apps are yet to make the switch and some are gradually introducing it. The latest to introduce Dark Mode is Instagram and the company is now testing the same on Android. The Dark Mode on Instagram is an AMOLED dark theme which means that the background colours are black. It works well in most part of the app but is not perfect in all parts yet, and we can expect it to improve through updates. The AMOLED Dark theme used by Instagram is different from the dark greys found in many Google apps and this might not save battery life to a large extent. However, Dark Mode is a welcome ...

Flipkart Big Diwali Sale 2019 scheduled from Oct 12 to 16, Amazon Great Indian Festival Celebration Special from Oct 13 to 17

Flipkart Big Billions Days Sale and Amazon Great Indian Festival got over last week. Now, both the online retailers have announced their next sale before Diwali. Flipkart has announced its 5-day Big Diwali Sale from October 12th to 16th, and Flipkart Plus users get 4 hours early access starting from 8PM on 11th October. Amazon has announced its 5-day Great Indian Festival Celebration special sale from October 13th till 17th. Prime members will get exclusive early access starting 12 noon on October 12. Flipkart has partnered with SBI to offer 10% instant discount on SBI credit cards during the sale. In this sale it will offer up to 50% discount on laptops, up to 75% off on headphones and speakers, smartwatches from Rs. 999, DSLRs and mirrorless cameras from Rs. 17,999 and more. There will be extra discounts on Mobiles, TVs and Electronics with Dhamaka Deals at 12AM, 8AM and 4PM, Rush hour sale from 12AM to 2AM will offer extra discount on products. Amazon has partnered with ICICI bank to offer instant discount of 10% when they pay with ICICI Debit and Credit Cards; Extra bonus when you shop more. There will be up to 40% off on smartphones with Free ...

Realme X2 Pro with 6.5-inch FHD+ 20:9 90Hz Fluid AMOLED display, Snapdragon 855 Plus, 64MP quad rear cameras to be announced on October 15

After several teasers, realme just confirmed that it will introduce the realme X2 Pro smartphone in Europe along with the realme X2 and realme 5 Pro smartphones. The company already confirmed Full HD+ 20:9 aspect ratio 90Hz Fluid AMOLED display, Snapdragon 855 Plus, 64MP quad rear cameras like the realme X2, but this will replace the macro lens with a telephoto lens that will offer 20x hybrid zoom. There will also be a 115° ultra-wide angle lens that will also be capable of shooting 2.5cm macro shots and there will be a portrait lens. The phone will feature 50W SuperVOOC Flash charge, compared to 65W SuperVOOC fast charging support in OPPO Reno Ace that will be introduced on October 10th in China. It will feature dual Stereo Speakers with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res audio certification. ⚡️Attention everyone⚡️ 😎We come to Europe to turn everything upside down! 🗓️10:00 am | Madrid | 15/10/19 Soon you will know everything about our three best smartphones: ✅realme X2 Pro ✅realme X2 ✅realme 5 Pro Don't miss anything at: https://ift.tt/339v995 pic.twitter.com/92jsKUxp7b — realme Europe (@realmeeurope) October 7, 2019 realme XT Pro rumored specifications 6.5-inch (2400 x 1080 pixels) Full HD+ 20:9 aspect ratio Fluid AMOLED display with 90Hz refresh rate Octa-Core Snapdragon 855 Plus (1 x Kryo 485 ...

How to enable Monochrome mode on Xiaomi smartphones

Google announced the Digital Wellbeing feature last year aimed at being responsible with smartphone usage. Digital Wellbeing helps users understand their smartphone usage better, app usage timers help users limit the usage, visuals detailing how many times the phone was unlocked each day and how many notifications were received. The Wind Down feature limits notifications and also gradually turns the display greyscale, to make it easier on the eyes and to encourage you to unplug. Earlier, we shared a workaround to enable Digital Wellbeing, and now we are sharing a workaround to enable monochrome mode on Xiaomi smartphones Enable developer option on the device by tapping 7 times on the MIUI version under About Phone. Go to the developer option and find the 'Simulate color space' option. Select Monochromacy. [gallery size="large" link="file" ids="293852,293851,293849"] To avoid the hassle of going to the developer option to turn on/off the Monochromacy, you can download an app called Tiles (a paid app) that lets you add quick settings shortcuts for custom actions and apps.  After you enable Monochromacy mode under the developer option, you will see an option to add a tile for Monochromacy in the Tiles app. You will have to grant permission via adb ...

Amazon Kindle Oasis (2019) Review

Amazon launched the Kindle Oasis 3 (2019) in June this year. This is the successor of the Oasis that was launched in October 2017. The latest top-end waterproof Kindle Oasis, has a large 7-inch screen and comes with an adjustable color temperature for night reading and more storage options. Does it live up to the expectations? Let us dive into the review to find out. Box Contents Kindle Oasis (2019) USB cable Quick Start Guide Hardware and Design The latest Kindle Oasis has familiar design with hand grip as the first two generations with hardware page-turn buttons. This has a large 7-inch screen with a lot of space near the hardware buttons that lets you hold the Kindle comfortably. By default, the top page-turn button lets you turn a page forward and the bottom button for backward, which you can reverse from the reading options in the settings. Unlike the PagePress buttons on the Voyage that gives you haptic feedback when pressed, these are real buttons. There are two ambient light sensors next to the buttons for automatic brightness adjustment. [gallery link="file" columns="2" size="medium" ids="294237,294236,294238,294232"] It is 3.4mm at its thinnest point and 8.3 mm at its thickest, same as the predecessor. The power button is present ...

Sony Xperia 8 with 6-inch FHD+ 21:9 wide display, dual rear cameras, waterproof body announced

Sony Mobile has introduced Xperia 8, the company's latest mid-range smartphone in Japan. It has a 6-inch Full HD+ 21:9 Wide Full HD+ displays with Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection, is powered by Snapdragon 630 with 4GB of RAM, runs Android 9.0 (Pie), features 13-megapixel camera and an 8-megapixel camera with 2X optical zoom for Images and an 8-megapixel front camera. The phone has a fingerprint sensor on the right, has a waterproof (IPX5 / 8) and dust proof (IP6X) body, glass back with Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection, comes with Sony’s High-Resolution Audio with and LDAC technology and packs a 2760mAh battery. Sony Xperia 8 specifications 6-inch (2560 x 1080 pixels) Full HD+ 21:9 aspect ratio wide LCD with Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection 2.2 GHz Octa-Core Snapdragon 630 14nm Mobile Platform with Adreno 508 GPU 4GB RAM, 64GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 512GB via microSD card Android 9.0 (Pie) Dual SIM 12MP rear camera with LED flash, f/1.8 aperture, EIS, secondary 8MP camera with f/2.4 aperture, 2x optical zoom 8MP front camera with f/2.0 aperture Fingerprint sensor Waterproof (IPX5 / IPX8), dust proof (IP6X) Dimensions: 158 x 69 x 8.1 mm; Weight: 170g 4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11 ac ...