LG 8K OLED and NanoCell TVs with Alpha 9 Gen 3 AI Processor announced ahead of CES 2020

8K TVs are coming this year and of course, LG Electronics will be showing off its best of the best at CES 2020. For this year, LG will showcase its expanded 8K TV lineup, with new 77-inch and 65-inch joining the existing premium lineup of 88- and 75-inch screen sizes, featuring its new α (Alpha) 9 Gen 3 AI Processor. LG will showcase 8 8K TVs with 2 OLED models and 6 NanoCell models, all having the Consumer Technology Association(CTA) certification of the new 8K Ultra HD definition standard. The "Real 8K" certification will entail the inclusion of codec support such as HEVC, VP9 and AV1 along with a rapid 60FPS 8K content streaming support over HDMI. The flagship α (Alpha) 9 Gen 3 AI Processor will bring forward advanced new capabilities to the TVs. Leveraging deep learning technology, the TV's will have improved AI-based 8K upscaling, applying techniques like Quad Step Noise Reduction and frequency-based Sharpness Enhancer. The processor will also contain other technologies such as AI Picture Pro and AI Sound Pro. The former, along with Auto Genre Selection, will recognizing faces and text on screen, enhance them accordingly and choose the ideal picture settings. The latter will analyze and classify ...

Xiaomi Redmi K20 MIUI Software Update Tracker [Update: Android 10 update with December Security Patch]

Xiaomi launched the Redmi K20 smartphone in India on July 17th running MIUI 10.3 Global Stable on top of Android 9.0 (Pie). Xiaomi doesn’t follow any fixed update frequency for the MIUI Global Stable ROM but on an average, the Global Stable ROM is updated once in 30-45 days. Redmi K20 Unboxing and First Impressions Redmi K20 Benchmarks and Gaming Review Redmi K20 Camera Samples Redmi K20 Review This post will help our readers in keeping track of MIUI updates for Redmi K20 (codename ‘davinci’). MIUI Updates rolled out for the smartphone: [Jan 3, 2020]: Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 11.0.1.0.QFJINXM with Android 10 and December 2019 Security patch for select users, and the update version is also different. The update weighs around 2.2GB. [Download Link] [Nov 27, 2019]: Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI Global Stable 11.0.3.0.PFJINXM with November Security 2019 security patch. The update weighs around 447MB. [Download Link] [Oct 22, 2019]: Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI Global Stable 11.0.2.0.PFJINXM with September Security 2019 security patch. The update weighs around 766 MB in size and brings all MIUI 11 features.  Download Link / OTA from 10.3.8.0] [August 23, 2019]: Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI Global Stable 10.3.8.0.PFJINXM with updated August 2019 security patch. ...

Amazfit T-Rex rugged outdoor smartwatch to be announced at CES 2020 on January 8

Huami already teased Amazon Bip S smartwatch and true wireless earbuds that will be introduced at the CES 2020. Today Huang Wang, CEO of Humai Technology has shared an image of the smartwatch that shows its design, metal casing and a rubber strap. The company already confirmed that the Amazfit T-Rex has passed 12 military certification so that it can withstand extreme heat and cold, is resistant against corrosion, moisture resistance and has a durable body. It has heat resistance of 70℃, resistance to severe cold of minus 40℃, has passed 240-hour damp heat test, and 96-hour acid-alkali test. This standard is sufficient to adapt to various complex outdoor environments and extreme weather, says the company. We should know the complete specifications and the price of the smartwatch as well as other Amazfit products when they go fficial next week. Source 1, 2

Samsung shipped over 6.7 million 5G smartphones globally in 2019, Galaxy Tab S6 5G coming in Q1 2020

Samsung has announced that it has shipped over it shipped more than 6.7 million Galaxy 5G smartphones globally that includes Galaxy S10 5G, Note10 5G, Note10+ 5G, Galaxy A90 5G and Galaxy Fold 5G. It added that as of November 2019, Samsung accounted for 53.9% of the global 5G smartphone market globally. Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 5G, which will be available in Korea in the first quarter of 2020, will be the world’s first 5G tablet. Samsung said that it will continue to lead the market in 5G innovation by introducing new advancements that will improve the speed, performance and security of Galaxy 5G devices this year. Commenting on the same, TM Roh, President and Head of Research and Development at IT & Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics, said: Consumers can’t wait to experience 5G and we are proud to offer a diverse portfolio of devices that deliver the best 5G experience possible. For Samsung, 2020 will be the year of Galaxy 5G and we are excited to bring 5G to even more device categories and introduce people to mobile experiences they never thought possible. Source

Samsung Galaxy Book Flex α 2-in-1 with 13.3-inch QLED display, 10th generation Intel Core Processor announced

Ahead of CES 2020, Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Book Flex α (alpha), a new Galaxy Book Flex with 13.3-inch QLED display super-bright display with max 600-nit brightness, 100% color volume, ultra-thin bezel, thin and light design weighing 1.19kg and is 13.9mm thick. The Galaxy Book Flex α features a sharp, diamond-cut edges and a crisp, durable aluminum frame. Under the hood, it is powered by 10th generation Intel Core Processor, offers Active Pen support and promises 17.5-hour battery life with support for Fast Charge feature. Samsung Galaxy Book Flex α specifications 13.3" QLED  (1920 x 1080 pixels) FHD Display 10th generation Intel Core Processor with Intel UHD Graphics 8GB / 12GB DDR4 RAM, 256GB / 512GB / Up to 1TB SSD (NVMe), MicroSD 720p HD camera, Dual Array Digital Mic Stereo Speakers (1.5 W x 2) Active Pen (sold separately) Fingerprint sensor Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+), 802.11ax 2x2, USB-C,  2 x USB 3.0, HDMI Dimensions: 304.9 x 202.0 x 13.9 mm; Weight: 1.19 kg 54 Wh (typical) battery with up to  17.5-hour battery life, fast charging The Samsung Galaxy Book Flex α comes in Royal Silver colors, starts at $829.99 (Rs. 59,411 approx.) and will roll out in the first half of 2020.

Airtel launches 4G and 2G services in 26 villages in Ladakh region

Airtel launched 4G services back in 2012 in India and has been expanding the coverage across the country. The company is also expanding its services in remote villages gradually and on similar lines now, Airtel has launched 4G and 2G services in 26 villages in Ladakh and becomes the first operator to bring high-speed internet to these villages. As a part of its network expansion, Airtel has made its 4G and 2G services are now live in the following locations Beyama Apati Derchiks Lalung Akchamal Barchey Lamsusando Yogmakharbu Sanjak, Silmo Garkon Yourbalta Khaltse Skur Buchan Damkhar Dah Tia Leido Takmachik Skinding Hemmis Shyk Pachan Achinathang Dragoo Garkone Batalik Hanuthang To recall, Airtel was the first operator to launch 4G services in Ladakh’s Leh, Kargil and Dras in Dec 2017, as a part of its Project Leap initiative. In related news, Airtel has been introducing new technologies to strengthen its 4G network indoors and outdoors like LTE 900 technology across various cities, WiFi calling, etc. Commenting on the launch, Manu Sood, Hub CEO – Upper North, Bharti Airtel, said: This is a New Year gift from Airtel to the people of Ladakh. We are pleased to bring cheers to thousands of locals in Ladakh with ...

Portronics Harmonics Twins Mini true wireless earbuds launched, available for Rs. 1649

Portronics, the brand known for its wide range of portable charges, audio products, accessories, etc, has now launched its new true wireless earbuds in India - Portronics Harmonics Twins Mini. It is the younger brother to the Harmonics Twins earbuds and offers stereo music, offers a secure fit, and more. The Harmonics Twins Mini true wireless earbuds feature the ATS3003 chipset with 8mm drivers, 15-meter range, and supports Bluetooth 5.0. The earbuds pack a 40mAh battery and the charging case packs a 320mAh battery. It also offers "distortion-free sound" and regarding the voice calls, only a single earbud of the Twins Mini will be active. The charging case is compact and weighs 31 grams, and regarding the battery life, the company claims up to 3 hours of music playback and the charging case lets users charge the earbuds up to 3 times. Lastly, the charging case takes about 1.5 hours to charge completely. Pricing and Availability Portronics Harmonics Twins Mini true wireless earbuds come in a single Black color option is priced at Rs. 3499 but can be found selling as low as Rs 1649 on Amazon.in and Flipkart. Also, it has been available for some time online, but the company has made the ...

RIL’s Jiomart to take on Grofers, Flipkart Supermart and others

It seems as though Reliance industries is trying to enter every aspect of the lives of Indians. They have just announced Jiomart, a web portal to buy food and groceries online, launching sometime early this year, beginning in three places; Navi Mumbai, Thane and Kalyan. The venture is not designed to be a direct market to consumers for groceries, rather be a last-mile connection to neighbourhood stores and consumers. The app will behave as an aggregator where it will partner local grocers and equip them with points of sale (PoS) terminals, low interest working capital, inventory management skills, and GST compliance. On their website, pre registrations are open for the service with discounts up to Rs. 3000 savings at launch. They are also promising free home delivery with no minimum order value, a no questions asked return policy with over 50000+ grocery products. Economic Times has reported that official close to the venture has commented "Kiranas are being registered and given POS machines with integrated billing applications. Also, it enables digital transactions, promotions including loyalty, discount coupons by fast moving consumer goods firms and supply chain management." Source

Airtel launches new Rs. 379 plan with truly unlimited calls, 84 days validity

Airtel has launched new Rs. 379 plan that offers truly unlimited calls and 84 days validity, but this doesn't offer daily data, instead users only get 6GB of data and 900 SMS. It also includes Airtel Xstream App Premium, Wynk Music and cashback on FASTag. This is similar to Vodafone's plan that offer similar benefits at the same cost, but with 1000 SMS. Reliance Jio offers the plan at Rs. 329, but it only offers Jio to Jio Unlimited calling, and bundles Jio to Non-Jio FUP of 3000 minutes. In addition, Airtel has also launched a new Rs. 279 plan with truly unlimited calling, 1.5 GB/day, 100 SMS/day with 28 days validity, which is similar to Rs. 248 / 249 plan that was launched last month, but this includes Rs 4 Lakh Life Insurance cover from HDFC Life in addition to Airtel Xstream App Premium, Wynk Music subscription and cashback on FASTag. These plans are available for recharge on Airtel website, app and other methods. Airtel recently revised its Rs. 558 prepaid plan that now offers 56 days validity instead of 82 days that was offered prior to tariff revision.

Telegram v5.13 update brings theme editor 2.0, verifiable builds, podcast support and more

Telegram, one of the best, feature rich mass messaging apps has released a new update that brings along a bunch of new features for both iOS and Android users. The update also comes with a security feature called verifiable builds that allow users to independently verify cross check code on GitHub with the app downloaded from the App Store or Play Store. With the new update comes the Theme Editor 2.0 that has the ability to create more personal custom themes. Users can now choose to change colors for separate elements like the main accent color, background and messages. In case, it gets too overwhelming for you, Telegram has also added a bunch of new presets for themes too. Telegram first introduced Scheduled messages back in September and has now updated the feature to send messages when the user comes online. They have also improved venue sharing, allowing users to tap a place directly on the map to select it. Another cool feature is the ability to view search results from a chat in a list view. Now you do not have to go through one by one, instead see them all together in a list. For Android users specifically, the telegram update ...