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Inspiring journeys of Indian esports athletes aiming big against Pakistan, Nepal at World Esports Cup 2021

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Winning the hearts of millions is still not enough for Ignite! Dreams to see his parents come for his matches one day

Ashwani Yadav aka Ignite, Team: Desi Gamers

While people called him “ziddi and nalayak” he ensured nothing could come in between him and his love for video gaming. This fire was ignited back in 2017 when Ashwani Yadav, a young boy from Agra was introduced to the Free Fire game by his friend and since that day, Ashwani aaka ‘Ignite’ has not looked back in life. Yadav lead Desi Gamers Esports team is among the top 5 YouTube Channel for Free Fire content in India with a mammoth followership of 12.3 million subscribers as on date. Despite being a sensation and having followership that one can only dream of, his only hope and wish is, one day his parents will come to see him play Live.

Ashwani started playing free fire three months after the launch in 2017, at that time he would use his brother’s or mother’s phone to play games. In 2019 he and his team played a professional tournament for the first time which was organised by India Today Group. After some time Ashwani stopped playing the game but his friend Iconic (Popular Esports Player Himself) pushed him to continue playing as Esports is thriving in India. In 2020 Ignite formed his own team 4AM with whom he participated in multiple tournaments which includes Free Fire Pro League India, Conquest Free Fire Open, Free Fire India Championship Spring to name a few, after a gritty performance in FFIC Spring his team name changed to Survivor 4AM . As part of Free Fire India Championship 2021 Fall, he represented India at Asian Level and led Desi Gamers to a fourth-place finish.

Coming from the family of police officers Ashwani choosing gaming as a career didn’t go well with his parents who thought their son had got into some deadly internet addictions. While they wanted him to study, and choose a better career for himself, Ashwani had other plans.

The journey wasn’t easy and there were no dearth of setbacks as he aimed for the top as a Free Fire player in India. He has also represented his team in some key international tournaments and is now a pro in Free Fire Competitions. While taking about the Tri Nation World Esports Cup (WEC’21), Ashwani aims to ignite a similar passion among other gamers and feels the ability of our gamers being good both in offense as well as in defence will help Indian gamers to have an upper hand against the gamers from Nepal who are primarily very defensive players while the ones from Pakistan only believe in attacking.

Small town boy Zaid’s big and fiery dreams

Zaid Afsar, Team: Black Flag Army

It’s the story of a small town boy with big dreams. Hailing from Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Zaid had lost his father at a very young age and grew up mostly being looked after by his mother. He is currently pursuing a degree in BCom. Zaid’s first brush with video games happened in 2018 playing games casually for fun with friends and classmates mobiles. It was around this time only that he came across the Free Fire tournament one day on YouTube.

He soon understood the nuances of the game and started participating in tournaments. The starting though was difficult but Zaid’s resilience ensured he could not only play tournaments with his slow and low end mobile but win them too. While bad network and lag would continue to plague him but that didn’t stop his commitment toward becoming an esports player. In a span of six months, he managed to win 35 thousand as prize money from various online tournaments and was finally able to buy a high end smartphone for his matches.

With irregular income and financial challenges at home, Zaid had the challenging task to always convince his mother and buy more time to prove his abilities in gaming. In the recent years that he started earning handsomely and when everything seemed fine in life is when a huge setback struck him again. Ahead of the pandemic, Zaid had shifted to emulator but things changed drastically when emulator got banned in February, 2020. There were no matches and his teams had disbanded and everything came to a standstill and so did Zaid’s earnings!

It came to a point where he had mentally decided to quit gaming and start working in his home town but as fate would have it, he came across some quality gamers online and restarted his Esports career with a brand new team-Black Flag Army. As a team their first official tournament was Free Fire City Open where they finished second in state qualifiers and third in the Finals, just one point short of second place. The team name is dedicated to his online mentor who he is yet to meet physically but he is confident of a great show at the World Esports Cup 2021 and is surely aiming for a top class show.

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Logitech gifting guide for Christmas and New Year

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As the countdown for the New Year and Christmas begins, here are Logitech’s favourites to consider when looking for the perfect gift to delight your loved ones. Gift them the thoughtful gift of technology and a memorable experience with these Logitech products offerings for the minimalist and modern millennials as well as for budding and professional gamers.

One who loves to own their space in style

You see your loved ones struggling to juggle between work and those family get together at the end of the year? Help them master work by gifting them the stylish companion for everyday multitasking, Logitech K380 and Logitech Pebble M350, a design-forward mouse and keyboard that fits their curated lifestyle and will helps them work in style. The compact K380 Multi-Device offers comfy and quiet typing, while the Logitech Pebble M350 delivers silent clicks and scrolls—plus offer a smooth organic shape that makes it easy to fit in a pocket. It’s the multi-tasking duo that goes wherever you like to get to work. Available in 4 classic colors – Blue, Dark Grey, Off-white and rose, the Logitech K380 and Logitech Pebble M350 are available for INR 3,195 and INR 2,295 respectively on Amazon.in.

The ultimate gaming mouse

This Christmas, gift your gamer friends and family members the Logitech G PRO Wireless, the ultimate gaming mouse. With the invention of HERO 25K, the next-gen gaming sensor, the Logitech G PRO Wireless, has been optimized to track insane flicks at speeds over 400 IPS without spinning out. Built on over 35 years of our expertise in engineering, building, testing mice, PRO Wireless is designed to withstand pro esports players during training and tournaments. The surface of PRO is coated for durability and grip. With most advanced technology and latest performing features, G Pro is designed in partnership with professional players worldwide to deliver the precision, speed, and endurance required to win.  You can buy the ultimate gaming mouse to gift to your dear ones from Amazon only for INR 10,995.

Lightest and most comfortable gaming headset

For the one who do gaming for long hours, gift them the lightest gaming headsets on the market, Logitech G335. Using similar design as the award-winning G733 wireless gaming headset, the G335 has a slimmer design for smaller fit and increased comfort. It features an adjustable suspension headband design and soft fabric earpad materials for long-lasting comfort, any way you play. The headset features easy “plug and play” capabilities for use with almost any gaming platform via a 3.5 mm audio jack. Complete gaming-grade audio quality, built-in controls, a volume roller located directly on the ear cup and a flip-to-mute mic, let gamers immerse themselves in the game without any distractions. The G335 is also Discord Certified for crystal clear audio and communication clarity. Available in Black and White colour options you can buy this at INR 6,795 on Amazon.in.

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TCL announces ‘Santastic Days’ this Christmas on Mini LED, 4K, QLED TVs and more

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As we come close to the end of the year and gear up for the holiday season, TCL is making sure that customers get all the reason to cherish the joy during the holiday season.

As a part of its Christmas offer, the brand has announced the TCL Santastic Days from Dec 25, 2021 to Jan 9, 2022 on Amazon and Flipkart. The brand has put on offer some of their best premium and regular TV models including the latest Mini LED, 4K QLED, UHD TVs and more. Apart from availing these models at the best price, the customers can also enjoy additional warranty, no cost EMI offers and more and make your shopping experience more fun filled. Customers will also get a chance to win one TV through lucky draw on shopping during the sale period.

Mike Chen, General Manager, TCL India talking about the TCL Santastic Days said, “As a brand we understand the fact that customers in India have become more tech savvy than before and the young and dynamic customers now look for the latest technology in all the appliances they get home. On top of that festive and holiday season is the time when people like to shop for their home and upgrade to the latest technology and offers like these make shopping more valuable. We aim to offer our customers a mix of affordable and mid-segment TVs at appealing prices, and make their shopping journey worthy. All our offerings are in line with this vision, and designed to make TV viewing more seamless and reasonable with the best cutting-edge technologies used in each of the devices. We also aim to cater to the needs of our customers with best-in-class products.”

C715

TCL C715 50-inch variant is offered at INR 49,990. The QLED TV offers a stunning picture quality and aims to bring your viewing experience to the next level. It is powered with Quantum dot technology that produces three vibrant images, colour gamut, and brightness that will enhance your viewing quality. Dolby vision adds to its astronomical display and brings the extraordinary colour and contrast to the screen. The company bundles it with Dolby Atmos and hand-free voice control. While the Dolby Atmos feature will let you have the feel of moving audio and steadily transport you into the story, the hand-free voice (far-field voice recognition technology) control provides the luxury of giving voice commands directly to the TV instead of the remote.

C825 Mini LED

One of the premium offerings from TCL, the C825 Mini LED 4K QLED TV, is the first-ever Mini LED TV of India. The TV promises better picture quality and precision this TV all thanks to Dolby Vision IQ and Dolby ATMOS that provides the best in class picture quality and audio experience as well. The device also features Hands-free Voice Control for ensuring seamless control to users, enabling them to operate their TV using simple and direct voice commands. Available in 65-inch and 55-inch the Mini LEDs are priced at INR 1,46,999 and 1,04,999 respectively.

P715 AI-Enabled 4K LED

The device sports A+ Grade Panel along with micro dimming to ensure the best in class picture quality. The Dolby Audio promises ultra-realistic and enhanced sound. The device also comes up with smart connectivity where you can operate your TV in a smarter way of living. Available in 43-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch and 65-inch the TVs are priced at INR 31,999, INR 34,999, INR 41,999 and INR 63,999 respectively.

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C815 4K QLED

Featuring Quantum Dot technology along with Dolby Vision, the TCL C815 offers a flawless viewing experience, the TV also supports HDR 10+ and MEMC. In terms of audio, the TV supports Dolby Audio, which is combined with an ONKYO soundbar for really immersive listening. The ultra-slim metallic casing of the TV complements any interior. Available in 65-inch and 55-inch the C815 4K QLED TVs are priced at INR 79,999 and 59,999 respectively.

C725 4K UHD QLED

The TCL C725 offers awesome display and sound quality along with the in-built smart features. The TV allows you to stay connected, updated and happy. Enabled with far-field voice control you can now access and control your TV without using the remote. With the game master now you can enjoy a gaming experience like never before. Available in 50-inch, 55-inch and 65-inch, the TVs are priced at INR 62,999, INR 72,999 and INR 87,999, respectively.

P725 4K LED

Powered by TCL Smart AI and Android R(11), the P725 comes with a magical web camera to give you cutting edge intelligent functions and a range of entertainment experiences. The viewers also get to enjoy super smooth visuals through MEMC. The TV is built for more interactive functionality and better entertainment. Available in 65-inch the TV is priced at Rs 87,999.

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Apple Days: Vijay Sales offers irresistible deals on Apple products starting today on its ecommerce, retail stores

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As we bid adieu to 2021, electronics retail store chain Vijay Sales has brought in yet another reason to cheer by announcing its 1st anniversary of the Apple Days Campaign from December 24 to 31. Consumers can avail best deals on all Apple products across its 110+ retail outlets as well as the Vijaysales.com.

To delight the Apple fans, the consumer retail company has rolled out a very special price on the newly launched iPhone 13. Consumers can own it at an effective price of just Rs 61,900 and here’s how:

The iPhone 13 which is usually priced at Rs 79, 900 is being offered at a deal price of Rs 75,900 plus cash back of Flat 6000 on HDFC Bank cards. Moreover, if you wish to exchange your existing smart phone and if it carries a minimum exchange value of Rs 5,000, it will be topped by another 3000 at Vijay Sales taking the total discount amount to Rs 18,000 and the final price of the iPhone 13 to just Rs 61,900

There is special pricing on other iPhones as well as the Series 7 watch, Airpods 3rd Gen, Airpods Pro with Magsafe charging, Macbooks, iPads, Watches, Home Pod Mini & Apple Care +.

As part of its Apple Days campaign, consumers can access unbelievable offers on all the devices with effective pricing. In the smartphone category, iPhone 13 starts from Rs. 69,900; iPhone 13 mini starts from Rs 60,400; iPhone 13 Pro starts from Rs 1,08,900; iPhone 13 Pro Max starts from Rs 1,18,400; iPhone 11 starts from Rs 43, 400 and iPhone 12 starts from Rs 56,200.

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In the iPad category, the iPad 9th Gen starts from Rs 26, 600; iPad Air 4th Gen starts at Rs 46, 900; and iPad Pro starts at Rs 63,500.

In the laptop category, the Macbook Air with M1 chip starts at Rs 77, 610; Macbook Pro with M1 Chip starts at Rs 1,03, 610;and the Macbook Pro with Latest M1 Pro Chip starts at Rs 1,71, 200.

In the wearables, the Apple Watch Series 7 starts from Rs 36, 100; Apple Watch SE starts from Rs 25, 900,

In the audio, AirPods 2nd Gen will be available at Rs 10, 900; AirPods 3rd Gen at Rs 15, 300; AirPods Pro at Rs 17, 990, AirPods Pro with Magsafe charging at Rs 20, 400 and AirPods Max at Rs 50, 900.

Noise ColorFit Ultra 2 smartwatch with 1.78-inch AMOLED screen, 60+ sports modes launched at Rs 4,499

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Popular connected lifestyle brand Noise has come up with a new smartwatch called ColorFit Ultra 2, which is exclusively available on Amazon and the company’s website at an introductory price of Rs 4,499 in India.

Having a premium stainless-steel body, the stylish smartwatch has been launched in four colour variants – Jet Black, Silver Grey, Navy Gold, and Olive Green. The ultra-modern smartwatch has a 1.78-inch AMOLED screen with 368*448 Px and 326 ppi high-resolution display. ColorFit Ultra 2 is the largest smartwatch offered by Noise that offers an ultra-clarity and always-on display. The product is an absolute delight for fitness enthusiasts as it is built with Noise health suite and is compatible with NoiseFit app. It has tracking and monitoring features including 60+ sports mode, SpO2, stress, 24/7 heart rate, sleep cycles. It also has female health feature that will be helpful for women to track their menstrual cycle.

The Noise ColorFit Ultra 2 has a long-lasting battery of up to 7 days for unstoppable usage. The smartwatch is guarded with IP68 water-resistant for continuous workouts and swimming sessions. The smartwatch is a style statement with over 100 watch faces including some customized animated, cloud-based, and customizable watch faces.

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It also comes with features like weather forecast, reminders, calls and SMS quick replies, world clock, music, stocks, flashlight, Smart DND, and calculator among others.

Amit Khatri, Co-founder at Noise, said, “ColorFit is one our best-selling and consumer-preferred smartwatch series. We have witnessed overwhelming reviews on the series. We, at Noise, customize our products basis customers’ reviews and demands. The newly launched ColorFit Ultra 2 has some of the stunning features and a best-in-class display. It is a perfect amalgamation of features, technology, style, and display for fitness enthusiasts. We endeavor to introduce more products that are aligned with Noisemakers’ requirements.”

First ever ZOTAC CUP South Asia, South East Asia announced with $15K USD Prize Pool

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ZOTAC, world leading GPU manufacturer and a fully owned subsidiary of PC Partner Group, is pleased to announce the first ever ZOTAC CUP powered by LG Ultragear for South Asia and SouthEast Asia.

ZOTAC is committed to creating a grassroots platform for aspiring esports players through ZOTAC CUP’s online platform. With 15 years of ZOTAC CUP tournaments and thousands of matches played, ZOTAC is pushing to the next level of esports competition with a first international event for South Asia and SouthEast Asia featuring a prize pool of $15K USD for Valorant.

Deepak Gupta, Country Head – South East Asia, ZOTAC said, “As a market leader it is our responsibility to give back to and enable the gaming community. The ZOTAC CUP platform is meant to provide an opportunity for aspiring players across various games. We’re happy to have ecosystem partners like LG Ultragear and Corsair join and support this initiative.”

“We are also thrilled to partner with The Esports Club (TEC) to bring one of the largest ever ZOTAC CUP events for Valorant to South Asia with an opportunity to play against the best teams in South East Asia.”

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ZOTAC CUP will feature a prize pool of USD 15,000 and is split into three phases. ZOTAC CUP South Asia Open, for players in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Maldives, Sri Lanka and Nepal; ZOTAC CUP South East Asia Open, for players in Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam. The top 4 teams from each Open event will qualify for the Grand Finals to compete for the $15K USD Prize Pool. The MVP of the tournament will receive a brand new ZOTAC RTX 3060 GPU.

Mansoor Ahmed, Director of Esports, The Esports Club said, “We’re excited about leveraging our knowledge and experience in the Valorant space to execute the first ever ZOTAC CUP in the region at this international scale. This marks a significant step for The Esports Club in further expanding our presence in both South Asia and SouthEast Asia as one of the leaders in creating and delivering premium esports events.”

Registrations for the ZOTAC Cup South Asia Open and ZOTAC CUP South East Asia Open are now open on The Esports Club Website. The Grand Finals are set to take place on the January 27, 2022.

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U&i launches ‘Shuffle 3’ smart neckband with fast charging

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U&i has never failed at leaving its customers amazed with its gadgets and innovation is the name that could very well be synonymous to the brand. Time and again, they have come up with new technology induced devices that have left all of us in awe. This time, the brand has launched U&i Prime Shuffle 3 a smart neckband with features like easy power control, super-fast charging, and much more.

The product comes with an amazing battery capacity of 150mAh which means you can go on a longer journey, just with yourself and your music because your neckband is not going to ditch you this time. Moreover, it has a playing time of up to 15 hours so you can talk to your loved ones with a talking time of up to 20 hours. If not in use at all, the standby time is up to 400 hours. In today’s fast paced life, fast charging is a must too. Thus, this U&i Prime Shuffle 3 Neckband is adapted well and gets fully charged in 30 minutes with a Micro USB charging type. And that’s not all! Thanks to the quick charging battery, a simple 10-minute charge can give you a playtime of 5 hours.

Meet Vij, CEO, U&i said, “Ever since the inception, our aim has been to provide the best and most innovative product to our customer base. We love surprising them taking care of the affordability and taste. And this product is just one of those attempts. U&i Prime Shuffle3 Neckband is built with the finest technologies and detailing and is only going to make our customers happier.”

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With a transmission range of 10m, this neckband comes with Bluetooth version 5.0 for easy connectivity without the hassle of tangled wires. The neckband can connect with two devices simultaneously which makes it immensely beneficial to people who love staying connected with their gadgets, either through calls or music. Packed with futuristic features, the U&i Prime Shuffle 3 has magnetic earbuds that helps them keep in place when not in use. U&i believe in ensuring that you experience music like never before, and you are going to find it true in every possible way through these neckbands.

Price and Availability:

Available in three attractive colours Black, Red and Blue, U&i Prime Shuffle 3 has an MRP of INR 2,699 as a part of a special ongoing offers customers can purchase at a discounted price of INR 499. Backed with 12 months warranty users can buy it from the company’s official website, Amazon, and other leading online stores.

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FAQs asked by potential buyers of Smart TVs

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After smartphones and laptops, Smart TV is the 3rd most sold smart device in India. At the same time the opportunity for this device to grow is immense.

India has a little over 200 million households with a TV set. Additionally, there are commercial spaces like hotels, offices besides public places like airports, restaurants, etc., where TVs are installed. As per Techarc’s estimates, India has currently a little over 22 million Smart TVs installed base.

With several brands launching Smart TVs in affordable segments with screen size of 43 inch or less, along with fiber based broadband growth and adoption of OTT content, Smart TVs are increasingly becoming the primary choice. However, there is still limited understanding of Smart TVs among consumers, including potential buyers. The entire ecosystem needs to enable more information in different languages and formats for the buyers to understand the nuances of the Smart TV so that they could make informed decisions about the purchase and maximise the return on investment as well as the satisfaction.

Techarc randomly analysed 1,500 questions asked by potential buyers of Smart TVs across the country to understand their information needs which aren’t adequately addressed by the Smart TV OEMs as well as the enabling partners in the ecosystem.

Techarc Smart TV Buyer FAQs

Bluetooth: The buyers have several doubts about the Bluetooth connectivity in Smart TVs that they explore to buy. Some of the key queries about Bluetooth connectivity that buyers have include:

  • If the Smart TV has Bluetooth connectivity
  • The version of the Bluetooth
  • Which all audio devices (TWS, Soundbar, etc.) can be connected
  • If anything other than remote controller can be connected using the connectivity.

Close to 7% of the potential Smart TV buyers from the sample questions analysed have queries about Bluetooth connectivity.

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Wall Mounting: Over 6.5% of the potential Smart TV buyers have queries about wall mounting. With most of the users preferring to hang their Smart TVs (especially of screen sizes 43 inches and less), they buyers want no ambiguity and surprises only to be discovered after the purchase. Some of the main questions are:

  • If the wall mounting unit will be provided with the Smart TV.
  • If wall mounting done by anyone other than authorised representatives will impact warranty.
  • Would there be any charges for wall mounting.
  • How convenient is it to use the ports (HDMI, etc.) at the back of the TV after wall hanging.

Display: Viewing experience is one of the main concerns that determines a Smart TV purchase. Though buyers have started also inquiring about the audio experience, but the primary area of concern still remains the display. The main queries that buyers have regarding Smart TV display are:

  • The type and quality of panel.
  • Refresh rate of the screen.
  • Brightness of the display.
  • FHD or HD.
  • If its QLED.
  • Does it support 4K videos.

5% of the potential buyers of Smart TV have questions around display. Either the information provided is inadequate, or not easily comprehendible for the buyers.

Installation and App Store related queries are the two other areas which make to the top 5 questions that potential buyers have around Smart TVs.

Regarding installation, the queries are around timings, readiness and any if there are any additional charges to be paid for the installation.

The app store concerning questions include if there exists an app store, what kind of apps can they find there, do they have all their favourite OTT apps there, etc.

The other worth noting questions that are there in the minds of potential buyers are regarding the following:

  • If the Smart TV can be used for Gaming or for some particular games.
  • If the Smart TV can be connected to a Smartphone for connecting to a 4G mobile network.
  • The quality of the audio output. Here buyers are also looking for Dolby enabled Smart TVs specifically.
  • The dimensions including weight of the Smart TV.
  • Country of Origin of the Smart TV.
  • What kind of power protection is required.
  • If there is a remote controller provided.
  • If the Smart TV can be controlled with voice command.
  • Can external storage like SD Cards, USB Drives and Hard Disks be connected with Smart TVs.

Techarc Recommendations

Basis the analysis of the questions that potential buyers of Smart TVs have while exploring various options to buy, Techarc has the following recommendations for the Smart TV OEMs and other enablers.

  • The page contents need to be aligned with the queries that buyers have. The general tendency here is to give prominent positioning to the hero feature or specification, while users might still be looking for basics.
  • The layout of the page and format of the contents provided need to be revised and made reader friendly. The objective should be to encourage readers to read and absorb all information rather than only ensuring providing all the information.
  • Its to be remembered that Smart TVs, especially in affordable segment are purchased in non-metro as well. Therefore, concerns about power protection, serviceability, etc., also need to be addressed in communications besides amplifying hero features like voice command controlled, 4K resolution, etc.
  • The communication and outreach around Smart TVs need to be educative in nature where potential buyers could also learn about various technical jargons rather than only getting aware about them being available in a particular brand or model.
  • There is a need to have regional content in different formats also to make people aware about Smart TVs, their applications, use cases, etc., more effectively.

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Toch AI partners with USA cricket for historic series between USA and Ireland

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A cloud agnostic platform Toch.ai has partnered with USA Cricket. Through this partnership fans will not miss a minute of the action and can relive best moments for the Dafabet USA vs Ireland Men’s International Series 2021 that began yesterday in Florida.

The five-match series will feature two T20 Internationals and three One Day Internationals which will be played between December 22 to December 30, 2021. This will be the first ever game where the Irelands Men’s Cricket team would be playing against the United States of America team on American soil.

Toch.ai was formed in 2016 with the vision to disrupt video technology through automating workflows and has developed an industry leading platform, which specializes in sports content production amongst others. With video consumption on a rise, federations across the globe are embracing the technology to reach fans faster and to provide engaging content outside of live coverage.

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Vinayak Shrivastav, Co-founder and CEO said, “The USA is a key geography that we are expanding into. Cricket can no longer be considered loved only by Indians. The popularity of cricket is growing worldwide. The series between Ireland and USA is the first ever game played by Ireland on American soil and is one to look forward to. Through our revolutionizing technology we will provide video highlights and clips for USA Cricket Facebook, Twitter and YouTube channels ensuring fans never miss a moment.”

Acknowledged as one of India’s most promising startups, Toch.ai has been recognized across the technology sector including Best AI startup 2021 by Franchise India and Entrepreneur Media and by Nasscom AI Game Changers for the category of ‘Computer Vision Award’ for accelerating India with innovation in 2021.

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Bacardi NH7 Weekender is back this February in Pune, Delhi, Kolkata

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Bacardi and Nodwin Gaming are bringing back the 12th edition of Bacardi NH7 Weekender, India’s Happiest Music Festival, to its fans across Pune, Delhi and Kolkata in February 2022.

The festival has announced its much-awaited line-up of top Indian artists who will perform live across multiple stages set up at the festival grounds. This year, the multi-genre festival will include comedy, art and for the first time, esports and gaming.

The festival will kick-off in Pune with artists like Anuv Jain, Bombay Brass, Raja Kumari, The Yellow Diary, and Ritviz, to name a few, who will take the stage on February 5 and 6, 2022. The festival then travels to Kolkata – ‘The City of Joy’ on February 12 and 13, 2022, with another stellar lineup of artists that includes Peter Cat Recording Co., Karshini, Kamakshi Khanna, Taba Chake and Tejas.

Bacardi NH7 Weekender wraps up in Delhi NCR giving fans a chance to enjoy electrifying performances by Ankur Tiwari, Kayan, Kamakshi Khanna, Arjun Vagale and Hanita Bhambri amongst others. The audience in Pune, Delhi and Kolkata will be privy to some never seen before performances by artists created specially for the Bacardi NH7 Weekender.

For over a decade now, India’s Happiest Music Festival along with Bacardi have brought together some of the best and most diverse performances by regional and global artists. This year, the festival will have a predominantly Indian line-up because of the current global travel situation, and homegrown indie artists will feature at the forefront of the festival. Upcoming as well as established artists from different parts of the country will bring their unique sounds and culture to this mega platform.

Right from ferris wheels & photo opportunities to the food & drinks available at the venues, Bacardi NH7 Weekender has something for everyone! Grab your tickets for the festival now. Tickets go live in all three cities today (December 21, 2021) on Insider.in. Get a sneak peek into the festival here: @nh7dotin (Instagram).

The festival will prioritize all necessary safety and hygiene protocols and checks. Social distancing, entry for only fully vaccinated fans, mandatory use of masks and sanitizers, thermal scanning check points, temperature checks, etc., will ensure a safe and secure atmosphere where fans can enjoy the festival.

The event is subject to permissions being procured which will only be known closer to the event date based on the regulations at the time. However, Nodwin Gaming will refund all ticket money in case of any cancellations due to regulations on account of the pandemic.

Here is a quick glimpse into what’s in store this year:

Indian performers:

Ankur Tewari: A man of many talents – best known as a singer – songwriter, he is also a composer, music supervisor & a poet. He has made music as an independent artist since 1998. His debut album, Jannat, was released in 2008 and ruled the charts. His work ranges from a double album Side A/ Side B, a children’s album with Sony Music and many other singles.

Bombay Brass: India’s top-horn players perform their reinvention of classic Indian and western hits. Their music is styled around wind instruments as the lead element that unites nostalgia with a vibrant and energetic performance.

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The Yellow Diary: The Mumbai-based alternative rock outfit has made a name for itself in the Indie music scene in less than half a decade. The band has released six songs in two EPs in addition to performing hundreds of live shows across the country.

The Local Train: They are a Hindi Rock Band from New Delhi that makes use of Hindi and Urdu lyrics delivering an amalgamation of ideas that they wish to express through their music.

Ritviz: He is an Indian singer songwriter, electronic musician and record producer from Pune known for his song ‘Udd Gaye’. The hit featured on A.I.B.’s official YouTube channel after becoming the winner of the 2017 Bacardi House Party Sessions — a talent hunt competition organized by A.I.B.

Lojal: Shillong bred and Bengaluru-based musician Lojal’s creations are an ever-growing world of emotions and music created in and around the spaces of the artist himself.

Parikrama: One of India’s iconic rock ‘n’ roll bands, Parikrama, still active after 30 years is known for their highly energised and infectious performances. Probably one of the few Indian bands who are also known for their artworks and pyro works. The band will be performing a special set that will be a tribute to the late member of the band – Sonam Sherpa.

Parvaaz: The four membered band comprising Khalid Ahamed (Vocals & Guitar), Mir Kashif Iqbal (Guitars & Vocals), Sachin Banandur (Drums & Percussion) and Fidel Dsouza (Bass Guitar) have assimilated several international progressive/psychedelic rock influences but their own expression has a rootedness that makes their sound unique. Parvaaz’s sound has often been described as one that transcends musical genres taking the listener into spaces that traverse folk, blues and psychedelia, wrapped in an ambient sound that is familiar yet elusive

Raja Kumari: Indian-American rapper, singer, songwriter, and dancer Raja Kumari is a force of nature. She’s a fearless, charismatic personality and natural-born storyteller whose mission is to create art that blends her Indian roots with her American upbringing.

Taba Chake: A Nyishi finger-style guitarist and singer-songwriter based in Mumbai. His debut EP titled ‘Bond with Nature’ was released in 2016 followed by a 10-track album ‘Bombay Dreams’ in 2019.

Sunflower Tape Machine: Is the pseudonym and experimental solo project of full-time indie/psychedelic rock, bedroom pop, and shoe-gaze musician, Aryaman Singh.

Drum Ani Bass: The brainchild of bass player Nathan Thomas and drummer Dhir Mody, Drum Ani Bass evolved out of improvised jungle/drum n bass jams at 1403.

Kamakshi Khanna: She is a Delhi-based singer/songwriter who gained recognition with the release of her EP, Much Mellow (2014), and her full-length album, Cakewalk (2017). Having established herself in the Indie music scene with numerous live performances across the country and collaborations, in 2020 Kamakshi released her first Hindi single, Qareeb, a song about a girl who grows and learns to love herself.

International performers:

Yung Raja: Singaporean breakthrough artiste Yung Raja has been dubbed as Southeast Asia’s next avant-garde bilingual hip hop artiste, known for his tasteful unification of Western and Tamil culture in his lyrics.

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