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Huawei Mate X Foldable Phone Launching in September: Report

After delaying the June launch of its much-anticipated foldable smartphone Mate X, Chinese smartphone manufacturer Huawei has now confirmed its arrival in September. Huawei Mate X was introduced to the world in February this year.
“The company has used the last few months to improve the P-OLED screen on the device to prevent it from getting caught up with the same problems that Samsung had with its foldable smartphone. The device is coming in September,” Vincent Pang, President of Huawei’s Western European Region, told TechRadar on Friday.
Later, the Chinese tech giant said it was taking a “cautious” approach with the shipments, following the failed launch of Samsung’s foldable smartphone Galaxy Fold in April owing to a foldable display issue.
After extensive tests, Mate X has passed Chinese 3C certification mark, a mandatory product certification system with the aim of protecting consumer security, under model number TAH-AN00.
It is likely to include a new power adapter with a maximum output of 65W with an HW-200200CP1 charger. The smartphone when unfolded, measures in at 8-inches while the Galaxy Fold’s display is 7.3-inches. When folded, the displays are 6.6-inches and 4.6-inches, respectively.
The 8GB RAM device is powered by a 1.8GHz octa-core Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 980 processor. The phone runs Android 9.0 and is powered by a 4,500mAh battery and supports proprietary fast charging.
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5 Top gadgets this week: Best technology you can buy

There have been some big launches and announcements ranging from phones to laptops to DSLR cameras. ET Wealth rounds up the most interesting ones that are worth knowing about.
These include the foldable laptop from Lenovo, Canon mid-range DSLR, OnePlus 7 Pro, Realme X, and iFFalcon QLED AI-enabled TV.
1. The foldable laptop from Lenovo
Watch this space
Top gadgets this week: Best technology you can buy
While we are yet to have an actual working foldable smartphone available for end consumers, Lenovo has gone ahead and announced its foldable laptop.
This laptop will feature a 13.3-inch OLED display with a 2k resolution in a 4:3 aspect ratio. It will fold inwards to minimize damage when carried around. Related: The Realme 3 is an impressive budget phone for India
A few other confirmed details are that it will be powered by an Intel processor, will come with a pressure-sensitive stylus and a separate hardware keyboard, and that it will run Windows OS with some customizations.
The laptop is likely to be launched next year.
2. Canon mid-range DSLR
Price: Rs 52,995 with 18-55mm lens kit
Top gadgets this week: Best technology you can buy
Canon wants to cash-in on the upcoming summer holidays with the launch of its new mid-range DSLR camera.
The EOS 200D II is their most compact and lightweight DSLR without skipping out on features.
It has a 24MP APS-C CMOS sensor, Digic 8 image processor, up to 5,12,000 ISO, dual pixel CMOS autofocus system, a continuous shoot speed of 5fps and supports 4k video recording.
Even in its compact size, the camera comes with a rotating touch-screen, built-in WiFi plus Bluetooth connectivity and a battery life of 1,070 shots per charge.
3. OnePlus 7 Pro
Price: Rs 48,999 onwards
Top gadgets this week: Best technology you can buy

After weeks of leaks and rumors, OnePlus has finally launched its much-awaited flagship smartphone— OnePlus 7 Pro. It is the company’s first smartphone with a motorized pop-up camera and a triple rear camera setup.
It has a 6.67-inch fluid AMOLED display without a notch, 2k screen resolution, 90Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ support.
Hardware includes top of the line Snapdragon 855 processor, 12GB RAM, 256GB storage and a 4,000mAh battery. The phone has an in-screen fingerprint scanner, USB Type-C port, dual SIM slot, and fast battery charge support.

4. Realme X becomes official
To be launched soon
Top gadgets this week: Best technology you can buy

Realme celebrated its first anniversary with the launch of its 10th smartphone, Realme X. With this phone, the company wants to bring innovative features at an aggressive price point.
Realme X is the company’s first device with a no-notch 6.53-inch AMOLED display with an in-screen fingerprint scanner and a pop-up selfie camera.
The phone is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 710 processor, 4/6/8GB RAM, 64/128GB storage and a 3,765mAh battery.
It features a dual rear camera—48MP f1.7 primary camera plus a 5MP depth sensor. The phone has a USB Type-C port and comes with Vooc 3.0 fast charge support but skips on a MicroSD slot for storage expansion.
It is expected to be launched in India next month.
5. iFFalcon QLED AI-enabled TV
Price: Rs 99,999
Top gadgets this week: Best technology you can buy
iFFalcon has launched a new 65-inch TV with QLED technology in India. The TV has a 10-bit panel with HDR Pro support and 4k resolution and boasts of an 8.9mm slim design.
QLED will deliver enhanced picture quality and for an immersive sound experience, it features a built-in Onkyo soundbar.
The TV is also a Google certified Android TV powered by quad-core CPU and dual-core GPU.
It is AI-enabled, has Chromecast and supports various OTT apps such as Netfl ix, Hotstar, JioCinema, among others. The new device is exclusively available for sale on Flipkart.

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Bluetooth-Powered Headphones Within MRP 4000

The technology world has already shown us the unlimited advantages of going wireless. Wireless headphones are one of the most popular innovations today. The flexibility of hands-free control and freedom from tangled wires in crowded vehicles is incomparable. Headphones can utilize technologies like Bluetooth or radio frequency (RF) to operate wirelessly. In this article, we look at Bluetooth-powered in-ear headphones due to the extensive pervasiveness of the technology today. We have limited our choices to headphones that cost MRP 4000 or less.

Features of Bluetooth headphones

Bluetooth is an integral feature of smartphones, making it one of the most used media to transmit data wirelessly. Bluetooth headphones work on the same principle. To put it simply, the source device, that is, smartphone, tablet or music system, transmits audio data digitally in the form of a low-power Bluetooth radio signal. The headphones house a Bluetooth module, whose receiver unit receives the signal. A small amplifier inside the headphones strengthens the received signal. The signal is decoded back into audio data and played through the earpieces. The headphones come with a battery pack to keep it running.
Bluetooth headphones can pair with a single source device at a time. This ensures no interference by other devices during signal transmission. Data is transmitted in a secured connection. Generally, Bluetooth pairing can operate within a range of 10m (30-feet) between the paired devices. The headphones feature various control buttons for easy and quick use, including volume control, connectivity, playlists and more.
Data shared over Bluetooth is usually compressed, which often compromises its quality, especially audio files. However, the inclusion of a new technology, called aptX, addresses that challenge well, ensuring modern Bluetooth headphones receive audio quality closest to the original file.
While purchasing a set of headphones, the most essential feature to identify is sound quality. First-hand physical trial of the device is the best way to evaluate it. In addition to sound, other features can also help determine the choice.
Features like higher sound pressure level of, say, 100dB to determine the loudness range of the headphones and higher impedance (not less than 33ohms) to ensure longer life of the device can be reliable factors.
Good bass quality and noise-cancellation features should also be considered. It is important to ensure that the selected headphones have aptX support and good battery life (at least four hours of audio play and 10 hours talk life). Go for a product that comes with a microphone for communication. In addition, a lightweight option can be considered to assure comfortable portability.

Latest products

The market is rich with numerous options, with many vendors offering multiple products. We have enlisted a few below.

Samsung U-Flex

Samsung’s Bluetooth offering dons an adjustable U-shaped neckband. The lightweight and resistant fabric are suitable for all sorts of usage, including in gyms, for jogs, travel or leisure. It contains an in-built microphone for two-way communication.
Bluetooth-Powered Headphones
Sound quality is enhanced with 8mm tweeters and 11mm woofers, ensuring clear timbre and good
bass. It also has a Bixby voice assistant built in, which delivers a convenient user experience. It is available for MRP 3799.

Skullcandy Ink’d Bluetooth headphones

These wireless headphones weigh 24 grams and come with eight-hour battery life. The built-in microphone can be used to receive calls and communicate. Noise cancellation feature provides clear sound quality. The headphones are priced at MRP 2999.
Bluetooth-Powered Headphones

Sony WI-C300

Sony provides a satisfactory sound quality through its 9mm drivers. The headphones come with one-touch connectivity feature and easy-to-use control buttons. The battery provides eight hours of talk time. It is available for MRP 2349 online.
Bluetooth-Powered Headphones

Portronics Harmonic 200

This product from Portronic is value for money, providing up to 18 hours of talk time and playtime. Its water-resistant body makes it fit to be used in rough weather conditions. The form factor is broader but foldable and retractable, making it easy to carry while being space-effective. It is available for MRP 1949.
Bluetooth-Powered Headphones

boAt Rockerz 255

Rockerz 255 by boAt is a popular sports headphone option. It is lightweight and houses a 110mAh battery that can run up to six hours. It has inbuilt Cortana voice support and is priced at MRP 1499.
Bluetooth-Powered Headphones
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Panic’s Playdate is a pint-sized gaming machine with a ‘season’ of 12 intriguing titles

Tired of your smartphone games, and don’t want to take the Switch with you on the train today?

 Panic, a renowned creator of useful Mac apps and more recently publisher of interesting games, has created a tiny handheld console that goes anywhere and receives a regular trickle of new games. It’s called Playdate.
One has to admire the gumption of jumping into a space that has been so thoroughly dominated by Nintendo and smartphones over the last decade that hardly anyone has even attempted to break in.
But Panic isn’t trying to build an empire — just do something interesting and new.
“Nothing’s surprising anymore and surprises are great!” reads the Playdate’s FAQ. “Panic saw an opportunity for something truly different in the world of video games.
Something small-scale that could deliver a dose of fun and delight to video game players who have otherwise seen it all.”
It’s different, all right. Bright yellow with a black and white screen and with no spot for removable media like cartridges, the Playdate is more or less self-contained, except of course for the charger and wireless connection.
And it’s over the wireless connection that the games come: 12 of them, exclusives created by well-known developers like Keita Takahashi (Katamari Damacy), Bennett Foddy (Getting Over It) and Zach Gage (Ridiculous Fishing).
They appear one at a time, weekly; the first title is Crankin’s Time Travel Adventure, from Takahashi. Oh, right — did I mention it has a crank?
Panic’s Playdate is a pint-sized gaming machine with a ‘season’ of 12 intriguing titles
Yes, the gadget has the usual D-pad and two buttons, but on the side is a little crank that you’ll be using in all these weird little games.
In the first one, for instance, you use it to advance and reverse time. Perhaps you’ll be reeling in fish, charging a flashlight, grinding stones for crafting or any number of other tasks.
It’s not necessary for every game, though, so don’t worry if it seems too weird. (The crank was the inspired choice of Teenage Engineering, Panic’s hardware design partner.)
In case you didn’t notice, the games are also black and white. The 2.7-inch, 400×240 screen has no backlight; it isn’t e-paper, but rather just an LCD without color filters. Related: Shinco drops Smart Tv prices up to INR 5000 during the Amazon Freedom Sale
I’ve been saying we should do this for years! It should make for improved battery life and change the way you play a bit — in bed by the light of a lamp instead of on the couch looking at a bright screen.
“We thought Playdate needed to be a different experience than the one you get from your phone, or from a TV-based console,” said Panic’s Director of Special Projects, Greg Maletic, in an email.
“This bizarre 1-bit reflective screen was a big part of that: you just won’t see a lot of devices go this route, and for us, that was part of the attraction.
And it’s worked out really well: developers have felt energized designing for this weird but cool screen.”
When the 12 titles have all been delivered, there’s the possibility that more will come, but that depends on lots of things, the company said. But they were careful to make the platform easily hackable.
Panic’s Playdate is a pint-sized gaming machine with a ‘season’ of 12 intriguing titles
“Most hardware platforms nowadays have tight restrictions, so it was important to us that Playdate be open enough to allow experimentation,” said Maletic. Related: The Realme 3 is an impressive budget phone for India
“That’s the kind of platform that we, as developers, were personally craving. So we’ve made sure that people will be able to develop their own games and easily share them with their friends, without having to worry about plagues of mobile development like code signing and provisioning profiles.”
You’ll be able to preorder a Playdate for $149 later in the year. Yeah, it isn’t cheap — but it’s weird and fun and for now one of a kind. That has to count for something in the increasingly genericized world of gaming hardware.
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Top 10 Best Smart Home Devices In 2019

If you talk about the best smart home devices in  2019, then it does not just mean playing a song on Alexa or asking about today’s weather. Now, by using smart devices and systems, you can switch off the lights of your living room, vacuum the floors of your house or watch a movie.
With the availability of these smart devices, you can easily and conveniently perform day to day tasks. These top smart home devices have now become an irreplaceable part of our lives. They can also perform the task of security system at your home in your absence. Basically, they are life simplifiers. Mentioned below are some of the best Smart home devices 2019:

1) Amazon Alexa

Presently, Amazon Alexa is one of the best smart home devices of 2019. This artificial intelligence has over 7,000 third-party integrations. With the help of Alexa, it is easier for a person to manage and control daily household tasks. Today, Amazon Alexa can perform multiple smart functions.
It can also connect with a TV or thermostat. As the ecosystem of Amazon Alexa is pretty extensive, you can integrate it with any of the smart products. You can now use Amazon Alexa to adjust the room temperature, lock the doors, and close the garage door. Amazon Alexa can also speak with many other smart devices.
Amazon Alexa
 

2) Google Assistant

If there is any home system that can compete with Alexa, then that is Google Assistant. However, it has less number of third-party integrations in comparison to Alexa. Its specialty is that it can answer the questions that Alexa can’t. This is because Google owns the search engine space. Answers provided by Google Assistant is one of the best smart home devices in 2019. Also, it is way more accurate in comparison to Amazon Alexa.
When it comes to understanding the questions put up by an individual, no one can beat Amazon Alexa. Additionally, Google Assistant can get linked with products from various known brands such as Nest, August, Belkin, and Philips. Moreover, it works with popular applications like Uber and Spotify.
Google Assistant
 

3) Wink Hub 2

Wink Hub 2 smart device has been particularly created for mainstream consumers. It cannot get merged with various smart products like Google Assistant or Alexa. It supports protocols such as Bluetooth, Z-Wave, Wi-Fi, ClearConnect, Lutron, and Kidde. If you wish to sync your wall and kitchen appliances, then this is the best smart home devices in 2019 that you can ask for. Additionally, you can download the Wink Hub 2 application and close the garage door or turn off light switches from your phone when you are on the way.
Wink Hub 2
 

4) Best Speaker: Amazon Echo (2nd Generation)

If you wish to get a smart home system that can cater to your daily requirements and is also affordable, then Amazon Echo is the right device for you. You can sync this speaker to Amazon Alexa to send messages, make calls, and listen to music. Furthermore, it can set alarms for you and answer the questions put up by you. It can also get connected to other best smart home devices.  It has 360-degree audio feature and it also makes use of noise-canceling technology.
Best Speaker: Amazon Echo (2nd Generation)

5) Best Lights: Philips Hue

Being one of the best smart home devices enables you to change the color and intensity of light according to your wish. You can create your own new color coordination of lights using Philips Hue. Additionally, using Philips Hue smart device, you can setup color-coordinated alarms, so that there is a bright and beautiful look in your room when you get up. They work with every smart home system 2019, which is why this option is the most flexible of all.
Best Lights: Philips Hue

6) Best Light Switch: TP-Link HS200

Philips Hue is indeed a great smart device but in case the physical lights are flipped, then your bulb is not going to work. To resolve this problem, you need to buy smart light that can turn on or off your lights irrespective of the fact whether the physical switch is turned on or off. By using the Kasa app, you can perform certain smart actions. You can say to the app that you are watching TV downstairs, then it will automatically turn off all the lights upstairs. These are some of the amazing benefits that one can get by buying the best smart home devices.
 Best Light Switch: TP-Link HS200
 

7) Best Thermostat: Ecobee4 Smart Thermostat 

Ecobee4 smart thermostat is one of the top smart home devices as it enables you to control the temperature by making voice commands. Other than just performing the function of a thermostat, it can also work as a speaker. Basically, it can perform every job that your Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa can perform like shopping and playing music. In case you already have a smart speaker, then this is an affordable choice for those who need the best smart thermostat.
Best Thermostat: Ecobee4 Smart Thermostat

8) Best Security: NetGear Arlo Q

There are certain top smart devices, which can offer more entertainment and convenience. But if you are looking for a smart device that can give you maximum home security. NetGear Arlo Q device records audios and videos in high quality. Moreover, it clicks high-quality snapshots of people when it is dark. The NetGear Arlo camera can record videos even when you are at work or on the way. It creates a free audio and video backup of the past 7 days. This is a valuable investment in comparison to other security systems.
 Best Security: NetGear Arlo Q
 

9)Best Cooking: Perfect Bake Pro

If you have ingredients like eggs, a cup of flour, and a few blueberries kept in your refrigerator and you don’t know what to do with it, then this smart device can help you. It can create a good recipe out of any of the food inputs that you are available with. One can autoscale the recipe according to the quantity of ingredients or the number of people.
It can also a form up a shopping list according to the recipe that you wish to prepare. You can also use a smart bowl for measuring the required quantity of ingredients as the bowl will notify you when to stop.
Best Cooking: Perfect Bake Pro
 

10) Ecovacs Deebot N795

If you are looking for the top smart home devices 2019, then you must not forget to add this smart vacuum in your list. This Ecovacs Deebot vacuum is the smartest deal one can ever get. You can sync it with various apps and smart home systems. This cleaner cleans the floor perfectly. Additionally, it has a powerful battery backup.
 
Ecovacs Deebot N795
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Choosing A Laptop For Home Within MRP 35,000

Modern laptops come in many form factors and performance capacities. As computing components like processors and RAM have improved tremendously, powerful laptops at reasonable prices have become widely available. In this article, we look at the features and capabilities that a laptop should possess to deliver the optimal user experience to home users for daily purposes.

Features to look for

Features required in a laptop depending on its extent of use. For basic home use like Web browsing and media streaming, almost all available market options are quite capable, because of strong processing and memory capabilities. What creates the difference is the laptop’s capacity to support heavy-load operations or to multitask.
As a home user, the first parameter you should look at is the display and build. The screen should ideally be of at least 1920×1080 pixels, full-HD resolution, with a high width and aspect ratio. It is recommended to choose a laptop of at least 38.1cm (15-inch) screen size.
Since the main purpose of a laptop is portability, select a device that is lightweight (ideally not more than 1.7 kilograms) and slim. For ease of use, keys should be big, and area covered by the keyboard should be comfortably wide. The trackpad should have decent sensitivity.
Revisiting our earlier discussion, the capacity of a laptop to take on heavy computing load depends on its components. An Intel i3 7th-generation dual-core processor or an equivalent AMD processor can be a decent deal for a mid-budget laptop. At least 4GB RAM should be selected—expandability of RAM is an added advantage.
Most mid-budget laptops come with an inbuilt storage of 1TB HDD. The laptops should be Wi-Fi- and Bluetooth-compliant, too. A high number of USB and Ethernet ports are desirable. Some laptops may contain SD card slots and DVD readers as well.
A battery is a critical feature of laptops. Go for a high battery capacity (denoted in Watt-hours, or Wh). Speakers can also be tested during purchase. Many laptops come with Windows 10 pre-installed (may cost more), while others come with Linux. Finally, go for the deal with the highest warranty coverage—most vendors provide a one-year warranty.
Market options
Mentioned below are some popular choices available in the market. We have restricted our budget to MRP 35,000 for the purpose of home laptops.

HP Notebook 15-da0326tu

This mid-range laptop from HP comes with a 39.6cm (15.6-inch) full-HD screen with a 360-degree viewing angle. It is powered by dual-core 2.4Ghz Intel i3 7100U processor, which is decent for daily tasks, entertainment, and light gaming. It packs 4GB DDR4 RAM and 1TB internal SATA hard drive for storage. Graphics are powered by Intel HD Graphics 620 chip. It also comes with a pre-installed 64-bit Windows 10 Home OS. It costs MRP  34,490 on HP’s website.
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Lenovo Ideapad 330

Lenovo’s Ideapad 330 series of laptops pack decent specifications that can power mid-scale computing well. The laptops have 39.6cm (15.6-inch) full-HD display and components, which vary with different models. Intel i3 8th-generation processor is present at the core, with at least 4GB (DDR4) RAM. Storage starts at 1TB HDD, and graphics card starts from an inbuilt Intel UHD Graphics 620 chip. The 64-bit Windows 10 OS comes pre-installed. Available in many colors, Ideapad 330 series starts at MRP 31,999.
Lenovo-Ideapad-330

Dell Inspiron 3567

For home use, Dell has a cost-effective offering in the name of Inspiron 3567. Its 39.6cm (15.6-inch) full-HD display has anti-glare capacities. Intel i3 6th-generation dual-core processor runs at the heart of the system. The laptop comes with 4GB DDR4 RAM, expandable up to 16GB. Graphics are powered by Intel HD Graphics 520 card. There is 1TB of internal storage and a removable 40Wh four-cell battery. The device comes preloaded with Windows 10 OS. It also includes a DVD reader-cum-writer tray. It is priced at MRP33,989.
 
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Asus Laptop X407UA

Among the many laptops from Asus, X407UA series brings the flexibility of choice for home users. The laptops come in various specifications, with Windows 10 OS pre-installed. Models come with Intel i3 7th-generation or Intel i5 8th-generation processors. RAM starts from 4GB SDRAM, expandable up to 16GB. Some models also come with faster 16GB Intel Optane memory. A display has a 35.6cm (14-inch) HD or full-HD form factor. Storage is either 1TB HDD or 256GB SSD. The laptops come at a starting price of MRP 29,999 and vary according to specifications.
Asus-Laptop-X407UA

Acer Aspire E5-576

Budget-friendly devices for simple usage, Acer’s Aspire series of laptops are powered by Intel i3 6th-generation processor and 4GB DDR3 RAM. The laptops pack 39.6cm (15.6-inch) HD display and 1TB HDD storage. Some models come with Windows 10, while others with Linux OS. All models are available on e-commerce sites like Flipkart and Amazon and start at MRP 25,000.
Acer-Aspire-E5-576
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