Amazon launches Echo Flex in India

Amazon introduced the Echo Flex, a plug-in smart speaker that saves on space by plugging directly into a standard electrical outlet; no more wires and chargers. It is the most affordable way to voice control compatible smart home devices and get help from Alexa at more places in your home. Echo Flex also has a built-in USB-A port so you can easily charge your phone (7.5W) or other devices, all while using only one outlet.

The Echo Flex plugs into any standard electrical outlet, making it perfect for spaces where power cords can be a hassle like the hallway or a bathroom. You can simply ask Alexa to control compatible smart home devices. Switch on the lights as you enter your home or turn off the AC as you leave the room, all without lifting a finger. Echo Flex works with devices such as smart lights and plugs from brands including Philips, SYSKA LED, Oakter, TP-Link and more.

You can also make announcements on other Echo devices in the household, add items to the shopping list or check the latest score of your favourite sports team, and responses will come through the speaker on the device that’s been optimized for Alexa’s voice.  Just like other Echo devices, you can connect the Echo Flex to your preferred speakers using Bluetooth or a 3.5 mm audio cable for a higher audio output.

“We are happy to introduce Echo Flex for users in India to access Alexa even more conveniently now from any room in the house. Our customers are looking for more options on where they can place Echo devices across their homes. We heard them. With its compact form, Echo Flex can be plugged in directly into an electrical socket to provide all functionalities of an Echo device,” said Parag Gupta, Head of Amazon Devices.

The Echo Flex is built with multiple layers of privacy controls, including a microphone off button that electronically disconnects the microphone. Additionally, you can also view, hear, and delete your voice recordings at Alexa Privacy Settings or in the Alexa app at any time. To delete by voice, you can also say, “Alexa, delete what I just said" or "Alexa, delete everything I said today”.

BenQ officially launches the ZOWIE XL2546 monitor in India

BenQ ZOWIE has launched the much awaited Zowie XL2546, a 240Hz e-sports monitor with DyAc technology, shield and S-Switch. The ZOWIE XL 2546 with DyAc made its tournament debut at DreamHack Atlanta 2017 where it was selected as the official monitor. On this occasion, Rajeev Singh, MD, BenQ India said, “At ZOWIE, we are dedicated to providing unprecedented gaming experiences to the professionals. We strive to offer the best and foster the growth of e-sports gaming in India, which we believe is an area that is evolving exponentially. Providing top-end gadgets that are equipped with innovative technology is just one way that BenQ Zowie aims to promote and nurture e-sports in India.”

The Zowie XL2546, a 240Hz e-sports monitor with DyAc technology, guarantees the smoothest and the most responsive gameplay experience. Actions with vigorous screen movement, such as spraying of weapons will benefit most from DyAc™ as being able to see more clearly can help with recoil control.

The native 240 Hz refresh rate can be fully activated when the computer generates over 240 frames per second (FPS) and provides increased movement clarity in-game. The other unique features like 1) Shield: will help the gamers focus on the game by blocking out distractions and 2) S-Switch: allows the gamers to easily access settings and transfer 3 profiles.

With this latest addition, BenQ Zowie is looking towards catering to the personal preference of professional PC gamers and providing them with an array of gaming peripherals and accessories to choose from.

The XL 2546 is now available on Amazon India, providing PC gamers with another flexible option to purchase the monitor.

InFocus unveils Vision 3, India’s full screen smartphone At Rs 6,999

InFocus Smartphone has announced the launch of their latest smartphone InFocus Vision 3 for the Indian market. It features a 5.7-inch full vision screen and 18:9 HD high resolution display. 

The InFocus Vision 3 comes equipped with a unique camera feature ‘Dualfie’, which is exclusively developed for the Indian consumers. Fot those new to this feature, it allows to click simultaneously from the front and rear camera to display the image together on the large screen.

A 18:9 Full Screen with 5.7 inch and 82.4% HD High-resolution screen ratio screen, the InFocus Vision 3 is a perfect companion for consumers that enjoy video streaming. The InFocus Vision 3 sports a 13 MP AZ and 5 MP 120° Wide-angle camera. The Vision 3 also sports one key split screen to work on 2 apps simultaneously, the larger screen makes this feature more viable to use.

The 8MP front camera comes loaded with beauty features and allows up to 7 levels of beauty modifications. The front camera also sports background blur to give definition to subjects. Another interesting camera feature of the InFocus Vision 3 is that is allows users to click and share photo stories in a grid. Grid photography allows users to take photos creatively, which can be directly shared on social media and with peers. It houses a powerful 4000 mAh battery allows the device to run for up to 22 days on standby (stated by company) and can also be used as reverse charger power bank.

It is powered by MTK 6737H 4-Cores 1.3GHz Processor and the Android Nougat operating system. The smart Fingerprint sensor allows the users to save up to 4 sets of fingerprints and access multiple applications at the touch of a tip.

The Vision 3 offers striking and clear HD+ full vision display. It comes loaded with 2GB RAM + 16GB variant which is expandable up to 64GB memory (through micro SD)

The InFocus Vision 3 will be available at Rs. 6,999 from 20th December 12 AM onwards and will be exclusively available on Amazon.in.

Stay tuned as we post the review of the budget smartphone soon.


Source: Techpads
 

OnePlus 5T sold out in less than 5 minutes on Amazon.in

OnePlus today announced that its latest premium flagship device – the OnePlus 5T was sold out within first 5 minutes, as a part of the special one-hour preview sale on Amazon.in. The OnePlus 5T received a stellar response from customers during the early access launch exclusively for Amazon Prime members on November 21st.

Commenting on the occasion, Vikas Agarwal, General Manager, OnePlus India, said, “The OnePlus 5T is our way of giving our community the latest and greatest technology, in form of a premium flagship smartphone. We have seen unprecedented customer response to the early access sales, in India as well as globally. Hundreds of fans have flocked to our Experience stores in Bangalore and Delhi, waiting in long queues to be amongst the first ones to get their hands on the new device. We are happy to announce that OnePlus 5T will go live for open sale, starting Nov 28th across all channels which includes Amazon.in, oneplusstore.in, select Croma stores and Experience zones in Bangalore and Delhi.” He added.

Globally, on November 21st, OnePlus 5T broke launch day sales record and in just 6 hours became the company's fastest selling device.

Available at a starting price of Rs. 32,999, the OnePlus 5T sports an immersive 18:9 Full Optic AMOLED Display, powerful dual camera optimized for low light performance and one of the fastest facial recognition technologies on the market.

The OnePlus 5T continues to offer unparalleled flagship experience powered by the most powerful chipset- Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Processor, precisely-tuned software, Dash Charge, upto 8 GB of RAM - with a slew of new additions on Oxygen OS for the most intuitive and refined Android experience.

BenQ Launches PD2710QC Monitor with USB-C Docking Station with MacBook and MacBook Pro compatibility

BenQ, an internationally renowned provider of digital lifestyle devices has unveiled the PD2710QC, adding a new model in BenQ’s series of Designer Monitors. The new design monitor is a 27-inch QHD (2560x1440) IPS LED display that delivers 100% sRGB color accuracy and wide viewing angle performance. Featuring the world’s first USB-C Docking Station on a designer monitor, PD2710QC features CAD/CAM, Animation, and Darkroom modes tailored for specialized work for designers and is an ideal for designers working with intricate designs. 

Rajeev Singh, BenQ India, MD said, “Specially made for designers, PD2710QC is engineered will bring a new level of sophistication for the creative professionals. “BenQ has brought world’s first designer monitor with USB-C Docking Station with MacBook and MacBook Pro compatibility designer monitor which offers superb out-of-box color, Ultra HD resolution, and high-end build.”

World’s First Designer Monitor with USB-C Docking Station
PD2710QC enables laptop charging, data transfer, Internet connection, audio and video transmission through just one USB-C cable. Simultaneously delivering up to 61 watts of power to a laptop or mobile device, PD2710QC’s single 5Gbps SuperSpeed USB-C connection powers its integrated hub featuring multiple audio, video, network, and USB ports in addition to uncompressed 2K QHD video quality.

Certified Professional Grade Color and Image Performance
Covering 100% of sRGB and Rec. 709, PD2710QC generates precise and accurate colors augmented by its IPS panel structure that guarantees consistent color performance across its wide viewing angles. In addition, PD2710QC’s consistent, precise color quality is certified by Technicolor to meet strict standards for color accuracy used in Hollywood and throughout the media and entertainment industries.

PD2710QC produces razor-sharp picture quality with 2K QHD (2560 x 1440) resolution, providing professional display productivity for engineering, graphic arts, and photograph imaging. PD2710QC’s custom CAD/CAM, Animation, and Darkroom modes accentuate display output characteristics to optimize the viewing experience to each specialized application.

Class-Leading Eye Care
Assuring designers’ eye comfort and vision health during work sessions, PD2710QC’s flicker-free technology can effectively eliminate flicker-induced eyestrain, and its dedicated low blue light mode can filter harmful blue light to prevent eye fatigue and vision damage.

Progressively designed with edge-to-edge visuals with minimal bezels on all sides, PD2710QC’s space gray metal architecture is also VESA wall mountable, features integrated speakers, and supports both HDMI and DisplayPort.

The PD2710Qc is a stylish monitor, tuned for professional use with all of the modes, features and adjustability one can ask for. The product is priced at Rs 62,500 and is available at amazon.com

Amazon Announces All-New Kindle App

Amazon has announced an all-new Kindle app that makes it easier than ever to turn your phone or tablet into a book—so you can read anytime, anywhere. The Kindle app is designed for book lovers and provides easy access to the most popular Kindle features—you can effortlessly move between the pages of your book, your library, your personalised bookstore and more. The all-new Kindle app is available now in the App Store and Google Play, and will be delivered as part of a free, over-the-air update starting this week. 

“We’ve built the new Kindle app from the ground up for book lovers, giving readers easy access to everything they might want to do with their books, all in one place,” said Chuck Moore, Vice President, Kindle. “It’s now easier than ever to turn your phone or tablet into a book and immerse yourself in an author’s world at any time.”

All-New Design

With the new Kindle app, it is easier to get to what you want. Whether it’s starting the next chapter in the book you’re reading or a quick search through your library, the all-new design makes switching back and forth seamless. Key updates include:

•    All-New Look—The Kindle app features a new look and feel inspired by books. Details include larger book covers, new fonts, a new app icon, and new light and dark background themes to choose from.

•    One-Tap Access—New bottom bar navigation automatically shows an icon of the book you’re currently reading, making it easier than ever to get back to reading at any moment. The bottom bar also provides quick access to Kindle’s most popular features allowing you to switch between the pages of your book, your library, your personal bookstore, and more.

•    Easy Search—The search bar is now always available throughout the app, so whether a book is in your library or among the millions of titles in the Kindle Store, it’s easier than ever to find it.

Amazon Introduces Alexa and the All-New Echo, Echo Plus, and Echo Dot to India

Amazon today announced that Alexa, the brain that powers Amazon Echo, is coming to India, along with three Alexa-enabled devices: Echo, Echo Plus, and Echo Dot. Customers who want to help further the development of Alexa and the Echo family of devices may  request an invitation to purchase devices beginning today at www.amazon.in. As a thank you, for a limited time, eligible customers will receive an introductory discount of 30% off the purchase price of Echo devices and one year of Prime membership. Devices will ship beginning the week of October 30th.

Echo, Echo Plus, and Echo Dot are voice-controlled speakers designed entirely around your voice—they are always ready, hands-free, and fast. Alexa is the brain behind Echo—since Alexa runs in the cloud, the service is always getting smarter. Just ask, and Alexa will answer questions, play music, read the news, set timers and alarms, check the calendar, provide sports scores, control lights at home, and much more. With Echo’s far-field voice control, you can do all this from across the room using just your voice.

In India, Alexa delivers a customised Indian experience, including an all-new English voice with local pronunciations and intonation; support for music titles, names, and places in additional non-English languages; local knowledge; and local skills from Indian developers. Third party developers in India are already building new, localised skills for Alexa, and over 10,000 skills will be available for customers in India, including skills from Saavn, Times of India, ESPNcricinfo, Ola, Freshmenu, and more.

“Tens of millions of customers are already using Alexa, and today we’re excited to bring her to India with an all-new experience designed from the ground up for our customers in India,” said Dave Limp, Senior Vice President, Amazon Devices and Services. “The combination of Alexa and Echo provides customers with hands-free access to music, weather, news, information, and more—just ask.”

Amazon Echo—The Hands-Free, Always On Speaker for just ₹9,999
Echo is a hands-free, voice-controlled speaker that allows you to access Alexa from anywhere in the room with far-field voice control. It uses on-device software to detect the wake word, “Alexa.” When Echo detects the wake word, the device’s light ring turns blue and begins streaming the request to the cloud where Alexa processes the request. Since Alexa is built in the cloud and leverages Amazon Web Services, the Alexa Voice Service is always getting smarter and adding more functionality.

Omnidirectional, Room-Filling Sound
Amazon Echo has been fine-tuned to deliver crisp vocals with dynamic bass response. Its 2.5” down-firing woofer, dedicated tweeter, Dolby processing, and 360° omni-directional audio deliver crisp vocals and dynamic bass throughout the room. Echo can stream music directly from popular music services such as Amazon Prime Music, Saavn, TuneIn, and more. Echo is also Bluetooth-enabled so you can stream music directly from your phone or tablet.

Designed to Disappear
Amazon Echo is designed to disappear into your home. Pick from a variety of shell colors and finishes to fit into your home’s décor—choices include charcoal, sandstone, and heather gray.

http://www.amazon.in/echo

Echo Plus—Set Up Your Smart Home in Minutes for ₹14,999
Echo Plus includes all the features of Echo, including room-filling sound powered by Dolby and a far-field microphone array, and adds a built-in smart home hub.

With the built-in smart home hub, Echo Plus makes connecting to compatible smart home devices easy. Just say “Alexa, discover my devices,” and Echo Plus will automatically discover and set up compatible lights, without the need for additional hubs or apps. This simple set-up works initially with a variety of ZigBee-supported products from Philips Hue. 

http://www.amazon.in/echoplus

Echo Dot—Add Alexa to Any Room for Only ₹4,499
Echo Dot is a hands-free, voice controlled device that is powered by Alexa and uses the same far-field voice recognition as Echo. Echo Dot has a sleek and compact design, comes in either black or white, and is designed so you can put an Echo Dot into every room. Use the built-in speaker to talk with Alexa and listen to music, or Echo Dot can directly connect to speakers through Bluetooth or by using a 3.5mm stereo cable, enabling you to add Alexa to any home entertainment system.

http://www.amazon.in/echodot

Optiemus launches BlackBerry KEYone LIMITED EDITION BLACK in India

Optiemus Infracom Limited has unveiled the BlackBerry KEYone LIMITED EDITION BLACK in India. This launch represents Optiemus’ long-term commitment to the make-in-India initiative, wherein the company will manufacture BlackBerry branded devices in the country starting from September 2017. BlackBerry KEYone LIMITED EDITION BLACK will be the first BlackBerry branded device manufactured by Optiemus Infracom under the licensing agreement signed in February this year. The device offers the best of BlackBerry Limited's software and security with Optiemus Infracom's commitment to deliver high-quality, reliable smartphones to customers in the country.

The BlackBerry KEYone LIMITED EDITION BLACK is available exclusively on Amazon India. American Express is offering up to 4,000 bonus points, on purchase of the device, to its credit card members. On buying Blackberry KEYone LIMITED EDITION BLACK, Vodafone customers will get up to 75 GB of additional data over a period of three months. This offer is valid until 30th September 2017.

Uniquely designed for the Indian consumer
BlackBerry KEYone LIMITED EDITION BLACK has been distinctly designed for Indian customers to offer Dual SIM capability – and will also be available in Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bangladesh. It is equipped with a metallic black frame and soft touch textured back. This new BlackBerry smartphone is built to offer the best in durability with an impressive design. Featuring a 4.5-inch scratch resistant display (1620x1080 resolution / 434 PPI 3:2 aspect ratio) with Corning ® Gorilla® Glass 4 offering greater scratch resistance, it combines a touch display with a physical keyboard to give users more useable space for typing than a typical 5.5-inch all-touch smartphone. The device comes with a 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM (expandable upto 2TB).

The device’s Smart Keyboard responds to touch gestures mimicking the heritage of the BlackBerry trackpad making web browsing, reading emails and writing messages with flick typing a much smoother and intuitive experience. This Smart Keyboard can also be easily programmed to launch up to 52 customizable shortcuts, providing even greater ease of use. In addition, BlackBerry KEYone LIMITED EDITION BLACK also offers the security of a fingerprint sensor built directly into the keyboard spacebar for added functionality and security.

Powered with Security and Convenience
BlackBerry KEYone, LIMITED EDITION BLACK, comes with the legendary security features that BlackBerry is known for. The smartphone offers the most secure Android smartphone experience. It comes pre-loaded with DTEK by BlackBerry, enables users to automatically monitor their OS and apps to know when their privacy could be at risk and to take action to improve it. The DTEK app also tracks applications and notifies when someone is: taking pictures or videos without the user’s knowledge, turning the microphone on, sending a text message, or accessing the contacts or location. The device runs on Android 7.1 – giving users access to the entire Google Play store and apps. It comes loaded with BlackBerry Hub® a unified messaging inbox which combines emails, texts and messages from social media accounts including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, BBM, Whatsapp, Instagram and others. Another benefit of BlackBerry Hub, is the ability to manage multiple email accounts without switching between apps, with support for Gmail, Yahoo Mail, Outlook, Microsoft Exchange accounts, and many other IMAP and POP3 email providers.

The BlackBerry KEYone experience
In addition to the design and security features that make BlackBerry KEYone, LIMITED EDITION BLACK, strikingly different, the additional features truly reinvent mobile communications for the productivity user. At its core, the device is powered with a Snapdragon 625 2GHz Octacore processor. It includes Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 technology, making it possible for the 3505 mAh battery, the largest ever in a BlackBerry device, to receive up to 50 percent charge in roughly 36 minutes that will last for roughly two days*. And for when you only have a few moments to grab a fast charge, BlackBerry's Boost can turbo charge the battery to get the most charge with the limited available time.

The device is engineered to deliver professional-looking photos with an 8MP front facing camera and a wide angle lens and a 12MP auto-focus rear camera. With a large pixel size (1.55μm) and Phase Detect Auto Focus, moments captured on the BlackBerry KEYone LIMITED EDITION BLACK will be ultra-crisp and clear.  Additionally, for video conference or streaming, it includes an 8MP front camera with fixed focus and 84-degree wide angle lens.

Xiaomi Redmi 4 Launches Exclusively On Amazon.in

Amazon brings exclusive access without pre-registration to the new Redmi 4. The smartphone will go on sale on 23rd May 2017 from 12 noon onwards and the starting variant will be available to customers at Rs 6,999/-

Redmi 4 comes with remarkable features such as 2-day battery life thanks to a 4100mAh high-capacity battery, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 octa-core processor and VoLTE support. The 13MP rear camera features PDAF (phase detection autofocus) for faster focusing, an LED flash, HDR and panorama modes to help take the perfect photo. For all the Selfie-graphers out there, Redmi 4 is the perfect choice as the 5MP f/2.2 aperture front camera features a built-in beautify mode for the impeccable selfie.

Customers buying Redmi 4 from Amazon.in can relish an offer of 45 GB free data for 5 months on buying a 1GB or above 4G data pack from Vodafone. YES Bank customers are in for an additional treat with a flat Rs 500 cashback on purchasing the phone with a YES Bank debit or credit card. Moreover, customers would also get up to Rs 5,000 off on flights and hotel bookings through Goibibo.com and also get Rs 200 promotion credit on Kindle books on downloading & signing-in to the Kindle app!

Currently two variants will be on sale, the 2GB RAM + 16 GB storage variant priced at Rs. 6999, and the 3GB RAM + 32 GB storage variant which is priced at Rs. 8999. The 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage variant will be available towards the end of June.

Vodafone Offers 45GB Free Data On Amazon Exclusive Smartphones

One of the major telecom players in India, Vodafone is offering 45GB of free data on the purchase of Amazon exclusive 4G smartphones. For the purchase of 1GB or above 4G data pack, users will get 9GB additional free 4G data for five recharges with maximum validity of five months from Vodafone, e-commerce firm Amazon stated on its website. The offer is only available on select smartphones. To avail the offer from Vodafone, one must purchase the Amazon exclusive handset till June 30. According to the website, the offer was started on May 11.

Some of the smartphone included in the list are Samsung On5 Pro, OnePlus 3T, Honor 6X and Moto G Play (4th Gen), among others. This free data offer cannot be cumulated with any other special discounts.

Here's how users can avail the Vodafone offer:

1. Insert Vodafone SIM in the new Amazon exclusive handset. You will get an activation message saying "You are eligible for Vodafone Amazon Buy 1GB or above pack and Get 9 GB for 5 Recharges with maximum validity of 5 months."

2. For prepaid connections, recharge with 1GB or above pack, 9GB free data will get credited automatically. The 9GB free data is valid for 28 days only and a user can avail the offer up to five times or five months, whatever comes first. No special recharges and prices are applicable to get the free 9GB data offer.

3. For postpaid connections, user need to have 1GB or above rental plan, then 9GB free data will get attached within 48 hours. The 9GB Offer is valid for five billing cycles with a condition that the user has 1 GB or higher pack throughout the promotional period.

Idea Cellular is also providing a similar offer in collaboration with Flipkart. It has announced 4G data offer with no daily limit and unlimited voice calling. Users purchasing a new 4G-enabled smartphone through Flipkart can avail up to 30GB of 4G data per month.

Source: MSN

HTC U Play now available in India at Rs. 29,990, available exclusively on Amazon

HTC Corporation, a leading innovator in mobile and virtual reality technology, has announced that the recently launched HTC U Play smartphone will now be available in the Indian market. Priced at Rs. 29,990,the HTC U Play comes in Sapphire Blue and Brilliant Black colour options and will be available exclusively on Amazon.in. The device is available at zero cost EMI to customers for a limited period.

The HTC U Play 5.2” smartphone comes with a 64 GB internal memory and 4 GB RAM along with 3D contoured liquid surface and a lustrous, symmetrical, curved glass construction that reflects light beautifully. It also supports additional micro SD cards up to 2 TB. Aptly labelled as the phone that is made ‘For the Playful You’ the HTC U Play comes with HTC Sense Companion1. This personal companion is always learning from you and comes with built-in voice recognition so that it’s able to respond to your voice.

Other features include HTC USonic2microphones that analyse your inner ears with a sonar-like pulse, and then adapts to you. The HTC U Play is equipped with a perfectly symmetric thin design and a unique combination of 16 Megapixel rear and an UltraPixelTMcamera technology on the front that provide vivid light, colours and details to take brilliant selfies. .

-HTC Sense Companion retrieves information from third party websites and databases. HTC is not responsible for the accuracy of such third party content.
-Inbox accessories may vary from country to country. Please check with an authorized retailer or operator for availability. HTC USonic compatible with USB-C connection only

UltraPixel mode is four times more sensitive to light than standard mode.

Garmin Vivomove Review: Worth It

Whenever I notice someone wearing a smart watch, in my head I go like “Oh this guy wears a smart watch”. Point being, the majority of the smart watches can be clearly distinguished from regular watches. Like other technology trends, I do not see those obsessive crazy watch aficionados picking on to this one. Although a lot of companies nowadays are trying to build smart watches how they should look – luxurious and classy, there is still a long way for them to match up to the likes of Longines and Audemars Piguet who have been foraying into this technology.

From the outside
Ok so when I first got my hands on the all black Garmin Vivomove Sport model, it looked a regular analogue watch that I would not wear as an accessory. But if I ever plan to jump on to the fitness and health bandwagon, I will surely consider this simple all black fitness tracker masquerading as an analogue watch. However, I think with this design, Garmin is losing out on a large fitness oriented TG which is for women. The design has a more male-friendly feel and at 12mm thick, it lacks a slender frame which not many women will go for.

 
The strong build quality. The black metal frame and silver trim around the 42mm watch case gives it a simple, yet elegant feel. However, if you’re looking for something slightly classy and elegant, the Vivomove does come with two variants; Premium and Classic. 

 
Also, the price point is not too heavy on the pocket, costing around 12-13k on e-commerce platforms in India. If you are lucky Amazon India has lightning deals on the Vivomove.

The not so attractive soft touch 20mm silicon band is something Garmin can surely improve on. But you can always switch to a sports or a leather band since it is easily detachable from the watch case.  The silicon band is handy when you want to go swimming as the Vivomove is 5 ATM waterproof up to 50 metres. I took it for a dip and I am glad to say it survived.

The only other external feature left is the crown, which doesn't work in any particular smart way like the Apple Watch one, but it does let you set the time and when pressed, makes syncing data to your smartphone effortless and reliable.

Activity Tracking
I personal believe that beauty lies in simplicity. And that’s exactly how the activity tracking is. Simple and to the point. Just like Fitbit and Jawbone, there's a pretty standard accelerometer motion sensor to count steps and monitor sleep automatically but the small things always matter and what Garmin has done is enabled this wearable to calculate the distance for your indoor fitness sessions. Although they can definitely work on the UI of the app since it is slightly confusing and cumbersome to find the exact data you are looking for.

Battery Life
It uses the same kind of CR2025 coin cell battery that you find powering most analogue watches so you do not have to stress about the Vivomove dying out on you anytime soon.

It will give you one year's worth of power before it needs to be replaced. That battery is well enclosed inside the watch though so you'll probably need to make a trip to a watch shop to get it replaced when it does run out.

Check out Garmin’s website for specifications and details.

By- Nishant Muttreja

Apple has more cash than Google, Microsoft & Amazon combined

Apple today released its second-quarter results where it revealed it now has $256 billion in cash, which is more than the cash pile of Microsoft, Amazon and Google's parent company Alphabet combined. 

While Microsoft has $126 billion in cash, Alphabet has $92 billion, and Amazon has $22 billion. Apple reported a $10 billion increase in cash from the previous quarter.

Source: Inshorts

Bezel-less' nubia Z11 Now Available In Scintillating Gray

nubia announced the launch of its highly acclaimed ‘Bezel-less’ smartphone Z11 in scintillating Gray.  Aimed at the millennial photography populace, nubia Z11 embodies DSLR level of photography with a dapper touch. The scintillating dapper Gray colour nubia Z11 which will be available in the Indian market in exclusive partnership with Amazon.in. 

The Bezel-less device, nubia Z11 is its flagship smartphone features, Frame interactive Technology 2.0 (FiT 2.0) with revolutionary Handheld Electronic Aperture, ushering in a new dimension for experiencing the digital world. With new interaction, the nubia Z11 breaks new ground in mobile photography, enabling users to take DSLR-grade images.

The new smartphone runs on nubia UI 4.0 based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow and comes with hybrid dual-SIM which means it supports one micro-SIM and another either nano-SIM or microSD card. Under the hood, the phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. Users will still be able to expand up to 200GB via microSD. In terms of photography, the new smartphone comes with a 16-megapixel rear-facing camera which uses a Sony IMX298 sensor.

The camera features an aperture of f/2.0, software optical image stabilization (OIS) and phase detection autofocus (PDAF). Accompanying the 16-megapixel camera on the back is a fingerprint sensor. It also comes with USB Type-C and a 3,000 mAh battery with Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 support. It offers connectivity options such as Bluetooth, GPS, Glonass, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 4G, GPS / A-GPS, 3G, and USB Type-C. It measures 151.8x72.3x7.5mm, and weighs 162 grams.

The nubia Z11 will be available in India priced at Rs. 29,999/- on Amazon.in starting today

Jabra Launches New Mono Bluetooth Headset Jabra Talk 2

Jabra, the leading manufacturer of innovative sound solutions has introduced a new easy-to-use Bluetooth headset, Jabra Talk 2. This marks the next generation of Jabra Talk – one of the leading and best-selling headsets from Jabra. The state-of-the-art mono headset, builds on the success of Jabra Talk and has been developed using Jabra’s unique heritage and unrivalled R&D expertise within optimal solutions for mobile. 

Every call made or received via Jabra Talk 2, comes through in excellent HD quality. A crisp, clear sound, with no disruptions – which delivers a better call experience for users – anywhere, anytime. The headset also benefits from a useful noise filtering mic, which cancels out annoying background sounds. This improves call clarity and ensures the other party hears only your voice, which makes it suited for conference calls and conversations. What’s more, it is compatible with any Bluetooth enabled device.

Helping to improve productivity and call efficiency – Jabra Talk 2 permits all day use when in the car or on-the-go. Its dependable battery capabilities allows up to 9 hours of talk/music time on a single charge and up to 9 days standby time. Get more from your Jabra Talk 2 by using the smartphone app, Jabra Assist. Available to download on iOS and Android, it comes loaded with extra features and boasts setup guidance which offers step-by-step instructions on the pairing process. It helps you keep track of the remaining talk time left on your device too, by providing a useful, visual indicator.

Features and Specifications:
•    Bluetooth version 4.0
•    HD Voice for clearer conversations
•    Secure and comfortable fit with flexible eargels
•    Up to nine hours battery time and nine days standby time
•    Voice Guidance
•    Access to Siri and Google Now
•    Intuitive usability with on/off button and dedicated battery / Bluetooth symbols
•    Wireless stereo sound (A2DP)
•    BT Class 2
•    Setup guidance and Find My Jabra features with Jabra Assist app

Jabra Talk 2 will be available in all channels including Amazon beginning March 2017, at an MRP of Rs 2099.

Xiaomi Redmi 4A Launches Exclusively On Amazon.in

Power to Everyone! Now buy the new Redmi 4A without pre- registrations. Amazon.in brings exclusive access to the Redmi 4A for all customers after successfully launching Redmi Note Prime and Redmi Note 3 previously on the portal. The smartphone will go on sale on 23rd March 2017 from 12 noon onwards and will be available to customers at Rs 5999.

The phone comes with a 2GB RAM and a 16GB storage expandable up to 128 GB. It sports a 1.4GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 processor, a 13-megapixel rear camera, supports 4G VoLTE and packs a 3120 mAh battery which lasts all day.

Additionally, customers buying the Redmi 4A smartphone from Amazon.in can relish unlimited calls and enjoy 1GB free 4G data every day on a recharge of just Rs 343 from Idea Cellular. Furthermore, customers can download & sign-in to the kindle app and get a Rs 200 promotion credit on Kindle books!

nubia Launches The 23MP Z11 Mini S In India Exclusively On Amazon

nubia has officially launched its Z11 MINI S premium photography mobile phone in India in an exclusive partnership with Amazon. The Z11 Mini S combines elegant design with a vibrant full HD display and a high quality DSLR level camera system. 

The Z11 Mini S features a 23-megapixel rear camera sensor coupled with SONY IMX318 Exmor RS, PDAF+Contrast Focus, Sapphire Protective Lens, 6-piece Motor Drive Lens and ƒ2.0 aperture. The addition of NeoVision 6.0 makes it a formidable choice for photographers and enthusiasts alike. It captures 1080p high definition video and the camera is equipped with 0.1s rapid focus. Its 13-megapixel front camera is coupled with SONY IMX258 CMOS, 5 piece lens, ƒ2.0 aperture 80-degree wide angle and skin-retouching feature making it a great choice for wide-angle selfies.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 MSM8953 Octa-Core Processor clocked at a speed of 2.0 GHz that is coupled with Adreno 506 image processor powers the device. To keep up with these, the Z11 Mini S has a 4GB Ram and a 64GB ROM, expandable up to 200GB.

nubia Z11 mini S features a 5.2-inch full HD display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The display offers a pixel density of 424ppi and brightness of 450 nits. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass and is backed by a non-removable 3000mAh battery with support for nubia’s proprietary NeoPower energy saving algorithm. nubia Z11 mini S features a multi-function fingerprint sensor with support for unlocking, screenshot and pictures.

nubia Z11 mini S is 7.6mm thick and weighs 158 grams. The smart-phone is being offered in Khaki Grey initially and will be soon launching the Moon Gold color variant. The dual SIM device supports both TD-LTE and FDD-LTE network support. The nubia Z11 miniS will be available in India priced at Rs. 16,999/- exclusively on Amazon.in starting from March 21, 2017 at 4PM.

Amazon Makes Single Largest Investment Of Rs 2010 cr In India

Amazon has infused fresh Rs 2010 crore capital in India, making it the single largest investment made by the e-commerce major in the country.

The latest investment has taken the total capital invested by Amazon in the past 12 months in India to Rs 7000 crore.

"We'll invest what it takes to become Indian customer's preferred choice,"said Amazon India

Source: Inshorts

Coolpad Mega 2.5 D Open Sale On Amazon.in Starting 1st September 2016

Coolpad has announced that the successful Coolpad Mega 2.5 D will now be available through open sale starting 1st September 2016. The phone was launched on 10 August, 2016 in Delhi at a price of INR 6999.

Syed Tajuddin, CEO, Coolpad India said, “We are delighted seeing the response that Coolpad Mega has garnered through its customers, as in a short span of time, the phone witnessed half a million registration mark on Amazon.in. Further the sale of 50 k units in the very first flash sale is a testimony that the Coolpad Mega has a very strong connect with its customers and their preferences."
 
Coolpad Mega 2.5 D features a 2.5D curved screen with 5.5-inch IPS LCD HD (1280 x 720 pixel) resolution. Under the hood, it comes powered by a 64-bit MediaTek MT6735P Quad-core processor clocks at 1.0 GHz paired with Mali-T720 GPU. The device runs on the latest CoolUI 8.0 based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the box. It supports dual SIM dual standby with VOLTE support and offers 4G LTE network. The device is measured by 7.85 mm of thickness and is the weight around 140 grams.

Smartron’s Flagship tphone Now Available On Amazon.in

Smartron has gone a step further and has the tphone available on India’s ecommerce channel Amazon.in.  

Smartron, India’s first global IoT brand which is “designed and engineered” in India for India & world, will continue the legacy of smart as the tron family grows under the tronx ecosystem with the recent launch of tphone. Priced at Rs. 24,999/- the tphone known for its lightning fast performance will be continue to be available on tstore and Gadgets360.com and very soon be available on offline channels.

The tphone is equipped with a 64GB inbuilt memory, expandable via hybrid SD card slot. Coupled with true unlimited tcloud storage. Smartron devices allow the user to make most of the ‘tron experience’ (tronx), a platform built on the concept of Internet of Trons (IoT).