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‘Xiaomi Turns 8′ anniversary sale announced in India

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Xioami anniversary sale

To mark the celebration of its eighth anniversary, Xiaomi has announced its eighth anniversary sale. As part of the anniversary sale, t𝘩𝘦 brand has announced offer on its slimmest and the litest   𝘟𝘪𝘢𝘰𝘮𝘪11𝘓𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘕𝘌5𝘎. P𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘥 with 𝘧𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘰𝘧 𝘧𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦s, the 6GB+128GB version of Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G is available at Rs 21,999.

In addition to smartphone, the brand has also announced offer on its Redmi smartphones, laptops, televisions and IoT products. The sale is now live and will continue till July 13.

Xiaomi 11i, Xiaomi 11i Hypercharge, Xiaomi 12 Pro, Redmi 9A, Redmi 10A, and Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G can be purchased during the sale. The Xiaomi OLED 55, Mi TV QLED TV 4K 55, and Mi TV QLED TV 75 will also be available for purchase at discounted rates, during the sale.

Customers can get upto 60% off on smartphone, smart TVs, laptops and lifestyle products during the anniversary sale.

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Xioami sale

Deals on Xiaomi Smart TVs

As for the smart TVs, you can get discounts on the following smart TVs: Xiaomi OLED 55, Mi TV QLED TV 4K 55 Mi TV QLED TV 75, Xiaomi Smart TV 5A 80cm 32-inch, and Xiaomi Smart TV 5A 100cm 40-inch. You can also get an additional discount with the SBI card.

Redmi Smart TV 32 HD Ready is available at Rs 10,999 while Mi TV 4A 80cm (32) Horizon Edition can be purchased at Rs 13,999. Redmi Smart TV X Series and Xiaomi Smart TV 5A Series is offered at Rs24,999 and Rs 12,999, respectively. Both the TVs are priced Rs 42999 and Rs35999.

Deals on Laptops

Coming to the laptops, RedmiBook 15 i3 and Mi NoteBook Ultra are available at slashed prices. These two laptops can be grabbed at Rs30,499 and Rs54,499, respectively.

During the sale, the the RedmiBook 15 Pro Core i5 8GB+512GB is available for Rs 39,999 and RedmiBook Core i3 8GB+256GB is available for Rs 32,999.

The brand is also offering discounts on premium laptops. Mi Notebook Pro Core i5 16/512GB variant can be grabbed for Rs 57,999 while the Mi NoteBook Ultra Core i5 16/512GB is available for 57,999.

Discounts is also offered on phone accessories such as powerbanks, chargers and more. Smartwatch, smartband are among other things available at discounted price during the ongoing anniversary sale.

Order ID 8 Contest

Those who shop on Mi.com during the sale can participate in the Order ID 8 Contest, where one lucky person can get their entire order for free if their order ID ends with the number 8.

Also, Read Here: Xiaomi launches Mi Band 7 Pro, may also arrive in India

Besides, Xiaomi is also offering up to Rs 600 off on SonicBass Wireless earphones and Mi Super Bass Wireless headphones to mark its anniversary sale.

In addition discounts, Xiaomi has also announced eight surprises for the customers. The brand has announced to launch new products to celebrate its eighth anniversary.

ControlZ expands the market of renewed phones with the introduction of OnePlus

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OnePlus

To amplify its mission of building ahead the renewed category in the smartphone segment, ControlZ has expanded its product portfolio by adding one more phone for its customers.

ControlZ has added introduced OnePlus to expand its product portfolio for its customers. The decision has been taken after witnessing the significant volumes of sales of renewed iPhone devices on ControlZ.

The Compnay sells as good as new phones and continues to amplify its mission of building ahead the Renewed Category in the smartphone segment.

According to the ControlZ, industry leading technology and features of OnePlus and iPhone make it popular amongst customers from nooks and corners of the country.

Post the addition of OnePlus on ControlZ, customers will be able to buy renewed Oneplus 5, 5t, 6 and 6T, etc from the official ControlZ’s website.

ControlZ extends 12 months of warranty on OnePlus devices along with Dash charger and cable for fast charging.

“With the addition of OnePlus the company has made yet another promising move to expand the market of renewed devices,” said Yug Bhatia, CEO & Founder, ControlZ.

ControlZ is known for selling as good as new phones in the preowned market.

Earlier, ControlZ, acquired Overcart, the country’s first marketplace for overstock, unboxed, reconditioned and pre-owned merchandise. The acquisition is aligned with ControlZ’s growth strategy to set a new benchmark in the renewed smartphone market in India.

Also, Read Here: So what’s the difference between renewed and refurbished smartphones

Refurbished phone

Smartphone prices have increased by almost two fold during the past five years, and they continue to rise. Instead of paying extra money for a phone, users can think of considering a refurbished smartphone. Such phones are comparatively cheaper than their brand new counterparts. By opting for a refurbished smartphone users can get their favorite handset for an economical price.

What are Refurbished Phones?

Available at much cheaper rates, refurbished phones are basically the phones that are returned to the seller due to some minor performance defect or dislike. These phones are taken back and repaired by the seller and after which they become like new and are sold again.

It is important to keep in mind that refurbished smartphones must be bought from authentic e-commerce market only. Additionally, you must focus on the return policy so that buyers can return the phone immediately if they do not like it. While taking the old refurbished phone, check each port and sensor of the phone as well.

Asus Zenfone 9 Revealed

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Asus-Zenfone9

Smartphones have become an indelible part of our life and losing is akin to amputating your right hand. Asus is a massive electronic giant that has given us some of the best electronic gadgets available.

After a year since the launch of Zenfone 8 series, Zenfone 9 is just around the corner although there were key specifications announced by Asus last year but the latest news is that Asus has deliberately leaked information about the new Zenfone 9 model.

Asus did release an official trailer of the model which is a clear indication that the launching of the new device isn’t far and it remains to be seen as to what we can expect from it.

You can visit the official YouTube channel of Asus to watch the trailer and understand the important things about the new device because it will be similar to a movie trailer that creates suspense and leaves you in a state of anticipation.

Model Design

Comparisons are inevitable when a new model of any device, especially smartphone, comes out in the market and whether it will be better than its predecessor because the Zenfone 9 design is said to be inspired by the design of iPhones that have come out in the past decade.

According to the details leaked by Asus, the device will be 5.9 inch with Samsung AMOLED display with an HD+ resolution panel and the selfie camera will be hole-punch cutout at the top left corner of the screen.

The refresh rate will be 120Hz while there will be a dual camera setup at the back where they will be totally upgraded with a 50 MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor that will have a six axis gimbal stabilization.

For security reasons, there will also be a fingerprint lock and sensor that has a ZenTouch support that acts as a slider so that you can scroll the page up and down while browsing any page.

The 3.5mm headphone jack will be retained for Zenfone 9 along with many other accessories that will be revealed once the device comes out in the market. Like its predecessor, it will have four colour options which are Red, Green, Black and Blue.

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While the official date of release for Zenfone 9 is yet to be revealed, the trailer has excited many people who can barely wait to lay hands on the new model.

Also Read Here: ASUS ROG Phone 6 is set to debut on July 5, here is what we know about the smartphone so far

Amazon Prime Day Sale 2022 dates annouced: Check dates and running offers

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Amazon Prime Day Sale 2022 dates annouced: Check dates and running offers

It’s time to beat the heat with some refreshing offers coming with the Amazon Prime Days Sale 2022. Like every year, the biggest e-commerce platform is all set to amaze its users with some great deals and offers. The sale dates are also being revealed along with the discount offers running on various electronic items.

For those who are not aware of the Prime Day Sale, it is the grand shopping fest hosted by the e-commerce platform, Amazon. It’s a long shopping feast on Amazon held just exclusively for the Prime members with some best tech deals, new launches and the greatest discount offers across categories.

Also Read: Mark Zuckerberg introduces Meta Accounts and Meta Horizon profiles for VR

Amazon Prime Day Sale 2022: Sale timings and date

Amazon has announced the dates for its grand sale. The sale will commence from the upcoming July 23 and July 24, 2022. Furthermore, the sale will start at 12 pm and will run through 11:59 PM on July 24.

Amazon Prime Day Sale 2022: Deals on Amazon devices

Amazon will provide the most affordable prices on Echo, Fire TV, and Kindle gadgets during the Amazon Prime Day 2022 event. The business has previously offered discounts of up to 60% on combination devices, 50% off on Fire TV, Echo smart speaker, and Smart Display products, and up to Rs 4,000 on Kindle e-readers.

Amazon Prime Day Sale 2022: Deals on smartphones

The Prime Day Sale in 2022 will include the biggest offers and discounts on smartphones from Amazon. The online retailer is anticipated to provide an additional discount on smartphones of up to INR 5000. Additionally, certain phones will be eligible for free EMI for up to 12 months. Another standout aspect of Prime Day will be dealt like increased exchange value and up to 6 months of a free screen replacement.
Amazon Prime Day Sale 2022: Deals on smartphones
Amazon Prime Day Sale 2022: Card and bank offers
For the Prime Day Sale, Amazon is collaborating with SBI Bank and ICICI Bank to provide a flat 10% discount. Customers may take advantage of the deal by using EMI transactions and credit/debit cards from SBI and ICICI Bank to make payments.

The Prime Day event will also bring the release of two Indian Amazon Original series- Modern Love Hyderabad which is debuting in Telugu on July 7 and Comicstaan Season 3 in Hindi on July 14. Two other “highly anticipated” games that will be revealed soon to the Prime Day sale are also hinted at as being available to Prime subscribers.

Additionally, Amazon will provide Prime subscribers discounts of up to 50% on the majority of add-on subscriptions for the 12 video streaming services that make up Prime Video Channels.

Additionally, all Indian Amazon Music users will also get two exclusive playlists: Desi Vibes in Hindi and Fully Tolly in Telugu. The Hindi language playlist will also include top performers from Bollywood, Indian Pop, and independent pop scenes, such as Ritviz, Jubin Nautiyal, and AR Rahman.

Prime Reading users will get 18 e-books to read for free across fiction, history, investing, philosophy and children’s books, including the bestseller One Indian Girl by Chetan Bhagat, Think Straight: Change your thoughts, change your life, Chanakya in the Classroom, Irrfan Khan: The Man, The Dreamer, The Star, among others.

Mark Zuckerberg introduces Meta Accounts and Meta Horizon profiles for VR

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Meta-Accounts

Introducing a new way for people to log into their VR headsets, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced that users will no longer be needed to have a Facebook account to log into their VR headsets.

Those who are new to Meta VR devices or have previously merged their Oculus account with their Facebook account will be needed to create a Meta account and Meta Horizon profile from August this year.

Users who logged into their VR device with their Oculus account can continue to do so until January 1, 2023. After that users will be needed to create a Meta account and Meta Horizon profile to continue using your Meta VR device.

Meta account lets users to login into your VR devices and view and manage their purchased apps in one place. According to the Meta, the Company will also extend Meta account functionality so users can use it to log into other Meta devices.

Meta account can be added to the same Accounts Center as users’ Facebook or Instagram account to unlock connected experiences across Meta technologies. Users can find Facebook friends to play games with in VR or chatting with friends on Messenger through their account.

Meta Horizon Profile

Once users finish creating a Meta account, they will be prompted to create a Meta Horizon profile which is the social profile in VR and other surfaces, like from a web browser.

Users can customize how they appear to others on Meta Horizon profile. Users can choose their unique Meta Horizon profile username. One Meta Horizon profile can be created per Meta account.

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Meta-Accounts

Privacy Controls

As part of privacy control, users will now find a menu with three privacy options to help guide users through which privacy settings are the best fit for you: Open to Everyone, Friends and Family, and Solo.

Also, Read Here: Metaverse- Alternate Reality in a Virtual World

After making selection, users will have the opportunity to review and confirm their individual privacy settings the way they want them. Settings can be changed at any time.

As part of these privacy settings, you have the option to set your Meta Horizon profile to private, which means you’ll be asked to review and approve follower requests. If you choose this option, only your followers can see who you follow and who follows you. Keep in mind that people who don’t follow you will still be able to view your profile picture, avatar, username, display name, follower count and the number of people you follow. People can also still search for your name or username and send you follow requests.

People between the ages of 13 and 17 will have their Meta Horizon profiles set to private by default.

Infinix Note 12 5G Series smartphone launched with 108 MP camera in India

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infinix-note-12

Infinix has launched its Note 12 5G series smartphone in India. Before Note 12 5G , Infinix has already introduced a couple of phones under the 12 series but the phones did not support 5G.

With the launch of Note 12 5G series, the brand is also adding a phone with 108-megapixel primary camera under its product portfolio. The smartphone is equipped with powerful processor and more. The Infinix Note 12 5G is the first phone from the brand with a 108-megapixel camera.

With 6.7′ FHD+ AMOLED Display and 33W fast charge , the device has been launched under the affordable segment. The Note 12 Pro 5G and Note 12 5G is priced Rs 17999 and Rs14999, respectively.

The Flipkart exclusive smartphones has been launched in India today at 12 pm. The smartphone will be available for sale from July 14.

Under the hood, the device is powered by a mid-range MediaTek Dimensity 5G chipset, paired with at least 8GB RAM and at least 128GB internal storage.  As for the software, the device will most likely rely upon Android 12 out of the box.

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Other Infinix smartphones under Note 12 series

Currently, the brand has Infinix Note 12 and Note 12 Turbo phones in India under its Note 12 series. Available in two variants, the Infinix Note 12 is priced Rs 11,999 for the 4GB and 64GB variant, while 6GB variant is priced at Rs 12,999.  The Note 12 Turbo is priced at Rs 14,999 for the 8GB+128GB variant.

Talking about the features, the Infinix Note 12 and Note 12 Turbo has a triple camera set up with 50 MP as the primary camera lens, it is accompanied by a secondary lens and, a 2MP depth sensor. These smartphones are equipped with a 16-megapixel camera on the front for selfies.

Also, Read Here: Flipkart Electronics Sale: Grab these amazing smartphones from Infinix under Rs 15000

Infinix devices

Infinix Smart 6, Infinix Hot 12 Play, Infinix Hot 11 2022, Infinix Zero 5G, Infinix Note 11 and Infinix Note 11s are other prominent devices offered by the Infinix.

Infinix smart 6 comes with an antibacterial back panel, which is a first in the industry to reduce the spread of bacteria and ensure instant health protection for its users. The all-rounder smartphone stands has a 6.82” display with HD+ resolution, the biggest in the segment with a first-in-segment 90 Hz Refresh Rate & 180 Hz of Touch Sampling rate, making the device supremely smooth.

Tech News Wrap: Whatsapp working on Automatic Chat History Syncing… and more

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Tech Wrap
Tech Wrap

Whatsapp working on Automatic Chat History Syncing

 Whatsapp has come a long way from rendering SMSs obsolete to becoming one of the most prominent platforms for messaging, video conferencing and a lot more. There was a time when Whatsapp had extremely slow update periods that tended to get on the nerves.

The time is now coming to a close because new features are going to be launched very soon because Meta wants to leave no stone unturned in keeping their consumers happy, which is why they keep testing out something new every day.

A major limitation that users constantly complain regarding Whatsapp is that they’re unable to use it on multiple smartphones simultaneously and the messaging platform has been working on the problem through multi-device 2.0 with company device support although no solution has been created as yet.

Through this new feature you can add a new smartphone as a companion device as the multi-device support in Whatsapp is highly advanced through which you can sync your chat history with other mobile devices. This is made possible through v2.22.15.13, the Whatsapp beta for Android.

Also Read Here: WhatsApp is working on this update to let you hide your online status from specific people

Sometimes the process may take its own sweet time to complete depending on the number of conversations you’ve had. Although the development is miniscule it is a good start for the things to come because it proves that companion device support will soon be available on Whatsapp.

Whatsapp

Logitech unveils new Mechanical Keyboards

Logitech users will rejoice at this news because the company is launching two new mechanical keyboards in its Master Series, which are minimalist Mechanical Mini and MX Mechanical in full size along with MX Master 3S mouse that will be an added bonus.

Master Series is a masterstroke to say the least because it will bring digital creators of advanced tech skill that enables superior performance in mechanical typing and tracking precision.

Mechanical Keyboards are becoming the preferred choice for users for which the credit goes to the software developers that took a fancy to them while playing games following which they started working out to get the same control, ease and precision on their desktop keyboard.

Logitech

It remains to be seen how successful it will be in India but if one goes by the current trends, it is made aptly clear that mechanical keyboards are here to stay for a long time and Logitech as a big role to play in this regard.

Also Read Here: Logitech rolled out Signature M650 with an inclusive design for the left-handers

Lava Blaze rolled out in India

Finally, the painful wait has come to an end as the release date of Lava Blaze smartphones, July 7, is upon us and it was released with much fanfare with the makers promising premium features that will be affordable to one and all.

It is now available on Amazon and Flipkart amongst other ecommerce websites but a microsite on Lava Blaze went live on Flipkart to officially announce details surrounding the smartphone.

It is a 4G device that is available in four colour options where you just have to go to Lava’s official website to know further details. Given the budget issues in the Indian market, it is astonishing that the company has launched the smartphone with a glass body along with a powered chipset by Mediatek and a triple rear camera setup.

It is a single variant device with a 3G RAM and 64GB storage with the starting price being Rs 9,699 although there is an introductory offer that allows you to purchase it for Rs 8, 699 and this is the very first device released by Lava for 2022.

LAVA

You won’t get all details from Lava’s official website but it is confirmed that it is available in four colour options that include Red, Green, Black and Blue with a main sensor of 13MP at the back and last but not the least, a fingerprint scanner in the rear panel.

Also Read Here: Lava Blaze 5G first looks tipped with launch timeline and other specs

Netflix brings cinematic audio to Stranger Things, other shows & movies

Netflix has been doing great as far as quality content is concerned and Stranger Things is one of the best drama series to have come out on the platform in recent times. The credit goes to the Duffer brothers for this thrilling series that has grabbed many eyeballs.

However, they went a step further by boosting the audio quality to studio quality sound that will enhance the viewing experience of the audience, who, in any case, expect nothing less than perfection in such matters.

Scott Kramer, the man in charge of sound technology on Netflix, was noticing the sound mix issue for quite some time where it became mushier and mushier with each passing day. Mushy is the term used when different sounds are muddled together.

For every filmmaker, sound is paramount because it takes the whole movie forward and trying to fix badly recorded sound is impossible and even if you wrack your brains for hours together trying to get it right, it doesn’t sound half as good as it does in the editing room when played online.

Netflix has sorted out the issue once and for all, which is great news for filmmakers who won’t waste any time in putting out their content on the streaming platform. Once again, the Duffer brothers get the credit for looking into this grave issue and relieving the burden off the filmmakers’ backs.

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Infinix is expected to launch Zero Ultra with 180W fast charging in India soon, price may start at Rs 25,000

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Infinix Zero Ultra

Infinix, the TRANSSION-owned brand, is expected to introduce a new smartphone to compete against the likes of the recently launched OnePlus Nord 2T, POCO F4 5G and the iQOO Neo 5G. According to the report, the brand is preparing to launch a new smartphone with one of the fastest charging standards. Called the Infinix Zero Ultra with 180W fast charging, the smartphone is expected to be launched by the end of this year. However, any official update is yet to be announced by the Company.

Featuring 4 G connectivity, the Infinix is tipped to launch the smartphone at around Rs 30,000.

What will Infinix Zero Ultra offer?

Much is yet to be revealed about the specifications of the upcoming smartphone, except for the 180W fast charging standard, which the company calls Thunder Charge. It is expected to be the most expensive model under ‘Zero’ portfolio of smartphones by the Infinix.

According to the report, the upcoming Infinix Zero Ultra’s battery is capable of 50% charge in four minutes. Additionally, the upcoming smartphone is likely to be launched in offer 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. The device is expected to be 4 G enabled device.

Infinix Zero Ultra
Infinix Zero Ultra

Furthermore, the Infinix Zero Ultra could run on an older generation chip, other specifications of the upcoming device is yet to be revealed. The Infinix Zero Ultra is expected to be launched under the price bracket of Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000. The rumoured device under the Zero portfolio of the Infinix is expected to intensify the competition for the newly launched OnePlus Nord 2T, POCO F4 5G and the iQOO Neo 5G. Despite slower than the 180W charging speed that Infinix is tipped to offer, these smartphones offer new generation chipsets and 5G connectivity.

With consumer 5G services in the pipeline in India soon, it remains to be seen how a smartphone without 5G at a premium price segment is revealed.

Also, Read Here: Flipkart Electronics Sale: Grab these amazing smartphones from Infinix under Rs 15000

Infinix, recently unveiled its premium smartphone series in the Indian market: Infinix Note 12 series. The device is a power-packed fusion of looks and features. Now, the brand is all set to bring its 5G version in the upcoming month. There are some more leaks about it!

Infinix has many amazing smartphones which are not only high-performance drivers but also comes in the budget-friendly range.

Ambrane launches its first powerbank, priced at Rs3999

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Ambrane-Power-bank

Home grown mobile accessories brand Ambrane has recently unveiled its first powerbank. The brand has launched its first heavy-duty and power-packed 50000mAh Stylo Max Power Bank.

The newly launched powerbank is designed for hikers & campers. Available in Blue & Black color, the just launched powerbank can be used to power larger devices like digital cameras, and laptops and even give a phone a full charge several times to spend extended time on the go. The product is available for sale via Flipkart and Ambrane website. It is offered with180 days warranty.

All the power banks & mobile accessories are manufactured in Ambrane’s facility. The brand aims to address and serve customers with the newest technology at the best prices.

Built with a tough exterior outer body and 9 layers of superior chipset protection, the Stylo Max 50k mAh is encased in a high gradient matte metallic casing. The powerbank is compact and robust, making it convenient to carry with oneself wherever one goes.

Stylo Max Power Bank’s 50k Lithium-Polymer capacity is supported by 20W power output for exhilarating charging speed and Quick charge 3.0. Powerbank’s high-speed two-way charging is supported by the high-density power bank, which automatically regulates power output to securely charge each connected device.

The powerbank can be charged at an exponential rate to provide a smooth user experience with an 18W rapid charging port. The maximum output current is 5V/2.4A.

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Ambrane-Power-bank

The power bank enables high efficiency and charges a conversion rate with 20W quick charging. This powerbank can be used to charge numerous devices at the same time as it is equipped with two USB and one Type-C connection charger.

 “With the massive capacity of 50k mAh Stylo Max powerbank people can explore the new untouched peaks without being worried about being low in power,” said Sachin Railhan – Director, Ambrane India.

In May, Ambrane launched a youth-oriented smartwatch series, ‘Wise’ under the affordable segment. Available on Flipkart at an affordable price point of Rs1999, the smartwatch Wise Eon is comes with 365 days warranty.

Also, Read Here: Ambrane launches budgeted smart watch with multiple health tracking features

Equipped with smart Bluetooth calling option and a luxurious and urban chic appearance, Wise Eon Smartwatch’s Bluetooth calling feature allows users to answer calls right from the wrist, taking seamless communication to the next level.

The wristwatch includes a dialer, microphone, and speaker. To make modern lives even simpler Voice assistance is also offered in smartwatch Wise Eon.