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OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G to go on sale from tomorrow, check offers and deals

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OPPO, the leading global smart device brand, has announced that its much-awaited Portrait Expert, the Reno7 Pro 5G, will go on sale from February 8.  The smartphone—with 256GB storage and 12GB RAM—is priced at Rs 39,999 and is bundled with some exciting launch offers at mainline retailers and on Flipkart.

The Reno7 Pro 5G offers a sterling portrait photo/video experience due to the 50MP Sony IMX766 flagship camera sensor at the rear along with the IMX709—the world’s most light-sensitive front image sensor—co-developed by OPPO and Sony. The cameras also comes with industry-first DOL-HDR technology that allows users to click evenly exposed photos and videos in low light. Other innovative camera features include the Bokeh Flare Video, Portrait Mode, and AI Highlight video that allows you to shoot professional-grade photos and videos.

Scratch resistance

The Reno7 Pro 5G sports proprietary OPPO Glow design with industry-first aircraft-grade new Laser Direct Imaging (LDI) technology that creates microscopic etchings on the device’s back to make it scratch-resistant and dustproof. It is the slimmest Reno yet at 7.45mm and weighs just 180g due to its durable aluminum frame. The smartphone is available in two colors Startrails Blue & Starlight Black.

Processor-wise, the OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G packs the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 MAX that is customized to allow crisper visuals and improved colours. The brand has incorporated AI Deblur technology into the chipset. This proprietary deblurring algorithm sharpens faces in portraits affected by hand-held shaking. Additionally, the AI-PQ (picture quality) feature baked into the SoC enhances colour and contrast in HDR videos. It uses artificial intelligence to distinguish the subject matter on the screen—whether people, food, grass, sky, buildings, etc—and then uses different colours, sharpness, and other display effects for optimum output. Further, OPPO’s RAM Expansion technology allows users to borrow an additional 3GB/5GB/7GB from storage capacity to work as RAM in extremely demanding conditions.

Offline offers on Reno7 Pro 5G

The new OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G will be available with attractive schemes and offers. Up to 10% Cashback (maximum RS 4000) from ICICI Bank, Kotak Bank, Standard Chartered, IDFC First Bank, Bank of Baroda Credit/ Debit Cards and many more.

Easy to own finance scheme

Customers can opt for ‘Easy to Own finance scheme’ offers by Bajaj Finserv, TVS Credit, HDFC Bank, Kotak Bank, ICICI Consumer Finance, etc. They will also be able to avail ONE EMI Cashback from IDFC First Bank on the 16/4 scheme which means they will receive one of their EMI’s as cashback of flat Rs2500.

Customers can avail an assured buyback offer of up to 70% via OPPO Upgrade if they wish to return their handset within 12 months on upgrade from their old phone to new OPPO Reno7 Series. They can also get up to Rs 3000 exchange bonus in exchange for their old device from any brand & an additional Rs 1000 loyalty bonus on exchange of an OPPO device

Damage protection

Loyal OPPO users can get Complete Damage Protection for 180 days. This covers accidental damage, water damage or any other type of damage. The offer can be easily availed using My OPPO’s application.

Power bank

While purchasing the device, loyal OPPO users will get OPPO Power Bank 30W worth Rs1,999 for Re 1 at select mainline stores, for limited period.

OPPO Premium Service

All users who buy the OPPO Reno7 Series get an exclusive service benefit worth Rs2499 under OPPO Premium Service offer which has an Easy EMI option during repair of the phones. Along with this free pick up & drop service, 24/7 hotline support and free screen guard & back cover are also available. For more information visit your nearby store.

Online offers

Customers can avail of no-cost EMI up to 6 months and 10% instant discount Rs 4000 on Axis Bank, Standard Chartered, Yes Bank, Bank of Baroda and 5% instant discount (up to Rs 2000) on HDFC Credit Cards/ Debit Cards/ Credit Card EMI. Customers can get up to Rs 4000 additional exchange bonus in exchange of their old device and OPPO M32 neckband at Rs 1399 as part of the introductory offer.

OPPO Premium Service

Exclusively for OPPO Reno users, the company offers easy EMI option during repair of the phones. Along with this Reno, users can avail free pick up & drop service, 24/7 hotline support and free screen guard & back cover.

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Zebronics launches its first gaming headphone ZEB-Blitz with Dolby Atmos

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Zebronics, Indian IT/gaming peripherals & consumer electronics brand has launched its gaming headphone featuring Dolby Atmos and 7.1 simulated surround sound dubbed ‘ZEB-Blitz’ to give you the ultimate audio experience and take you into every story be it gaming or watching movies.

ZEB-Blitz gaming headphone features an ergonomic lightweight design with a suspension headband and extra soft ear cushions, to make your audio experience comfortable for long hours of play. The headphone features a flexible mic for clear and noise-free audio.

The pioneering spatial sound experience of Dolby Atmos takes audio to a whole new level. Dolby Atmos for headphones places sounds all around the player with three-dimensional precision. Players can pinpoint the position and movement of teammates and enemies — even from overhead or behind – allowing them to catch subtle, potentially game-changing sounds.

The gaming headphone also comes with an in-line controller for easy access to RGB light, mic, and volume. Get 7.1 simulated surround sound mode with ZEB-SoundMX windows software. There are RGB lights on the outer rims of the ear cups that add to its premium looks and it comes with a 2.4m strong braided cable.

Colour options

ZEB-Blitz gaming headphone is available in black and white colors at Amazon.

Dolby Atmos headphone virtualization applies subtle effects to individual sounds of the game so that each sound seems to come from a precise location in the space around you. Even on the busiest of battlefields or in a collapsing cave, Dolby Atmos renders each sound with added detail and clarity, so critical sounds don’t get lost in the action.

Pankaj Kedia, Managing Director, Emerging Markets at Dolby Laboratories, said, “With Dolby Atmos, gamers will feel immersed in a gaming experience filled with crystal clear, hair-raising realism. The ZEB-Blitz headphone is also great for watching movies, listening to music with a whole new level of detail in the audio.”

Speaking on the launch, Pradeep Doshi, Director, Zebronics says “India has a great potential when it comes to PC gaming. Zebronics has one of the biggest range of premium gaming products. Now to expand the headphone range we have collaborated with Dolby to launch our first gaming headphone with Dolby Atmos and to give gamers a unique audio experience that will have them immersed in the powerful audio.”

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Sony Xperia 5 IV rumoured to be similar to Xperia 1 IV

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Sony Mobile, a subsidiary of the electronics giant Sony Corporation, is expected to launch Sony Xperia 5 IV soon. It is expected to be in the market in April this year. Though, anything concrete on the release date and specifications are yet to be announced.

According to rumours, the upcoming model of the Xperia range is likely to have specifications similar to Sony Xperia 1 IV.

The Sony Xperia 5 IV is expected to be equipped with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, 5000mah battery with 45w charging, 12/16GB RAM and 256/512GB storage. The model is also likely to have improved quad camera system with new sensors and improved design. The report also claims that display of the Sony Xperia 5 IV is likely to be similar to the Xperia 1 III. The Xperia 1 III was launched on August 25, 2021.

Sony should consider offering wireless charging for its upcoming model as it has become a standard feature for high-end handsets. Sony Xperia 5 III does not offer it.

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Jabra Elite 7 Pro, Elite 7 Active gets Bluetooth Multipoint feature

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Audio brand Jabra announces new Bluetooth Multipoint feature on the Jabra Elite 7 Pro and Elite 7 Active, made available via firmware update on the Jabra Sound+ app for both iOS and Android users. This is the first and the most awaited firmware upgrade offered to Elite 7 Pro and Elite 7 Active users following the launch in October 2021, making an already strong product even more competitive.

Bluetooth Multipoint feature

Working flexibly can be a juggling act at times. Bluetooth Multipoint technology enables users to watch videos or listen to music on one device and quickly answer an important call on another device, without having to fumble around reconnecting the earbuds. This cutting-edge, intuitive technology automatically prioritizes a connection to the device receiving an incoming call over the one streaming content, so users don’t have to worry about missing an important call while they listen to music or stream their favorite TV shows.

If users are already on a call and receive a new incoming call, they will hear a knocking tone to let them know. By pressing the earbud button, they can end the active call and answer the incoming one, giving them the freedom to effortlessly move between devices and calls, depending on the priority.

With the addition of Multipoint feature, Elite 7 Pro and Elite 7 Active users can connect & switch between two devices simultaneously, making it convenient to seamlessly switch from their mobile phone to laptop and between work and play. The existing users will get a push notification in Sound+ App to update the firmware on the headset, to enable Bluetooth Multipoint. The Sound+ app is available in the App Store and Google Play.

Elite 7 Pro key features and specifications

  • Jabra MultiSensor VoiceTM for professional-grade audio
  • Adjustable ANC for full immersion
  • Up to 8 hours non-stop play time, 30 hours with case
  • IP57 rated sweatproof protection
  • BT ver. 5.2
  • Use either earbud
  • Alexa built-in, Siri, and Google Assistant (Android only)
  • Bluetooth Multipoint
  • Google Assistant certification (Android only)

Elite 7 Active key features and specifications

  • Jabra ShakeGrip technology for ultimate fit
  • Up to 8 hours of battery, 30 with the case
  • IP57 rated sweatproof protection
  • Adjustable ANC and HearThrough
  • BT ver. 5.2
  • Use either earbud
  • Alexa built-in, works with Amazon Alexa, Siri
  • Bluetooth Multipoint
  • Google Assistant certification (Android only)

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro and Elite 7 Active are available on Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, Reliance and Jabra Authorized resellers.

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Infinix Days is back on Flipkart: Check special discounts here

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Planning to own a smartphone but missed the festive season discounts on your favourite devices? Let’s cheer you up with some good news!

Flipkart is offering special discounts on the latest Infinix smartphones in its annual ‘Infinix Days’ sale from February 5 to February 8. Log on to get your hands on the brand’s latest, most affordable 50 MP AI triple rear camera smartphone Hot 11s (up to 128GB ROM) and Note 11 (up to 6GB ROM), which is the most affordable in this segment with an FHD+ AMOLED display.

Model RRP Price Event Offer (Feb 5 – Feb 8) Offer Price
Hot 11s (4/64) 10,999 1000 9999
Hot 11s (4/128) 11,999 1000 10999
Note 11 (4/64) 12,499 500 11999
Note 11 (6/128) 14,499 500 13999

Infinix Hot 11s

A massive upgrade in the Hot series, Hot 11s is a #FastForward device backed by the latest processor Helio G88 (12nm) Octa-core processor, MediatekHyperEngine 2.0 gaming technology and the novel Dar-Link Game Boost technology. Operating on the latest Android 11 with the upgraded XOS 7.6 skin, the device stands out for its 6.78-inch display with FHD+ resolution with 90Hz refresh rate, and a heavy-duty 5,000mAh battery with 18W Fast Charge support.

Infinix Note 11s

The powerful new Note 11s comes with a 6.95-inch punch-hole FHD+ display and is the second device in this smartphone segment to have a refresh rate of 120Hz. The device is the second in its price segment to be backed by a powerful MediaTek Helio G96 processor along with the Dar-Link 2.0 Game Boost technology. The device also stands out for its 50 MP camera and a heavy-duty 5,000mAh battery with 33W charging support through a Type C charger.

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Apple’s ‘affordable’ MacBook Pro coming this year: Check details

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Tech giant Apple is preparing to release a new entry-level MacBook Pro with a few modifications this year. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, who has highlighted what to expect from this upcoming MacBook in his ‘Power On’ newsletter by releasing a few nuggets about the new laptop.

According to Gurman, the Touch Bar, as well as the mini-LED backlighting, will be removed from the entry-level MacBook Pro. While it will be eligible for an M2 chip, which is the successor to the M1 that arrived in the 2020 MacBook Pro, it will be without ProMotion display technology and miniLED. Apple’s ProMotion display refresh rate technology determines the appropriate refresh rate based on the content up to 120Hz. But that is not the only compromise you should expect.

To differentiate itself from last year’s MacBook Pro, the upcoming entry-level MacBook Pro may have less storage, lower performance, and no Touch Bar. “I’d expect the next entry-level MacBook Pro to match the high-end MacBook Pros by losing the Touch Bar, but important differentiators will include smaller displays, CPUs, and storage, as well as no ProMotion or miniLED,” Gurman wrote in his newsletter.

The M1 Pro and M1 Max CPUs enable Apple’s highest-performing MacBook Pro, the 2021 MacBook Pro. Despite the fact that the M2 processor will be superior to the M1, analysts believe it will not be as powerful as the M1 Pro or M1 Max, resulting in a performance reduction in the forthcoming MacBook Pro.

MacBook Pro 2022 launch date

Though there is no mention of a release date, a prior source suggested it will arrive this fall, while Apple’s Spring event will feature the iPhone SE 3 and iPad Air 5 with the new A15 Bionic processor.

MacBook Pro 2022 price

The monitor is expected to cost around half as much as a professional-grade Pro Display XDR and will be slightly smaller.

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Boult ProBass Curve X neckband earphones launched: Know what makes it different in affordable segment

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With super-fast charging catching up with the trend, no accessories maker wants to miss this opportunity of offering maximum hours of playback in minimum time. Homegrown Boult Audio, which is known for its innovative designs and superior audio quality in affordable range, has come up with the ProBass Curve X neckband earphone, which can play up to 10 hours within 10 minutes of super fast charge.

Up for grabs on Amazon at Rs 999, the latest edition of neckband earphones from the house of Boult Audio come with IPX5 water resistance rating that can handle splashes and sweat during intense workout sessions without any disruptions. The earphones are designed to give an ultimate sound experience with advanced features especially added for music lovers and audiophiles seeking top-quality audio formats.

The Boult Audio ProBass Curve X is dedicated to deliver 15 hours of playtime. The lightweight earphones are supported by ear fins for snug fit so that the earphones don’t fall off while you’re exercising. It also blocks the external noises and gives the user a richer bass beat experience. Additionally, the new powerful earphones have adjustable clip and flexible neckband for a more customized fit that is compatible with the size of your neck.

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The ProBass Curve X neckband also boasts the latest Bluetooth 5.0 technology. The device carries a highly ergonomic and comfortable design with soft silicon band and in-line controls. The sweat-resistant, flexible and lightweight soft silicon band is built for comfort and style, while the extra-soft silicone ear tips and ear fins ensure a good grip and all-day comfort.

Moreover, the magnetic earbuds are designed to keep its wires from tangling when not in use. Curve X comes with exceptionally high-class drivers and electronics with immaculate design and superior build quality. These Bluetooth neckbands sound sensational with all types of music. The product comes in Black and Blue colour options.

Valentine’s Day: Here’s how not to fall for romance scams on dating apps

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Are you single and looking for a partner on various dating apps ahead of the festival of love? Finding the right person may be exhausting but with carelessness, you could end up being scammed. Dating apps such as Tinder, Bumble, and OkCupid have become quite popular among people, irrespective of their age. You must know the signs of an online romance scam if you are among those who are on the dating apps.

To create awareness about the romance scam, the FBI Columbia field office has shared some warning signs of fraudsters using dating apps to cheat people. According to the FBI, if a person immediately attempts to communicate by email or messaging services other than a dating site and claims to be from the country, but is currently living or traveling abroad.

Besides, some of them narrate a sudden personal crisis and pressure you to provide financial help, goods, and other types of financial assistance without having met in person. FBI also emphasizes that these fraudsters also introduce themselves as ‘destiny’ or ‘fate’.

The other signs of people involved in online romance scams are they disappear suddenly from a site but reappears under a different name soon after.

Defense against romance scams

The best defense against romance scams is education and awareness. Here are some tips to help avoid becoming a victim:

Dating app users are advised not to share banking or credit card details with anyone without verifying the recipient’s identity. They are also advised not to send money to someone you meet online.

Additionally, never share your personal details with someone who does not need to know the information.

Be wise while posting something on social media. Scammers can use details shared on social media and dating sites to better understand and target you.

You must research the person’s photo and profile using online searches to see if the image, name, or details have been used elsewhere. You must start slowly and keep asking questions to other people.

In 2020, complaints filed with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), showed that victims lost more than $281 million to romance scams.

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Esports platform ONMO goes live on Chingari

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OnMobile-led ONMO social esports gaming platform is now available on Chingari.

ONMO will leverage Chingari’s 100 million+ growing registered user base to expand its reach and audience in India. It is redefining mobile gaming by creating a unique platform for casual eSports and social play on 1000s of short gaming moments curated from popular, casual mobile games. The ONMO team across its global offices in Canada, Sweden and India have been working on the product.

Chingari is India’s leading short-video app where users create interesting short videos resulting in several billion content views per month. The app has over 100 million userbase and plans to grow this to over 200 million over the next few quarters. As part of ONMO’s distribution strategy, OnMobile led an initial investment in Chingari in April 2021 and has now launched ONMO inside Chingari app for users to play.

Krish Seshadri, CEO, ONMO commented on the partnership saying, “ONMO blends social eSports and AI driven game moments. Our short format challenges and Chingari’s short-form videos complement each other well. So do the social aspects of ONMO and Chingari. We have launched ONMO in the Chingari app to a select test audience and will ramp up exposure to their entire userbase in a few weeks to provide millions of users with an immersive, entertaining social gaming experience.”

Sumit Ghosh, CEO & Co-founder, Chingari said, “Gaming is a dynamic and exciting category of entertainment. Chingari is excited to enter this mutually beneficial partnership with ONMO and provide our audience with an unparalleled social gaming experience on short moments. With Chingari’s foray into blockchain and social tokens, we plan to collaborate on other product integrations in the near future.”

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Amazon Fire TV Cube hits lowest price ever, here’s how much it costs now

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Amazon’s Fire TV Cube price has dropped to its lowest level ever. The device is now available at $70 at the retailer, which is $10 less than it was during the holiday shopping season.

The Amazon Fire TV Cube is still a compelling choice if you want the finest possible streaming experience the company has to offer, even though it’s been a couple of years since it was debuted.

Amazon’s Fire TV Cube can play 4K HDR video from practically any streaming service, including Amazon’s own Prime Video, thanks to built-in support for both Dolby Vision and HDR10+. It’s also no slouch in terms of audio, thanks to Dolby Vision support. Another feature to get the Fire TV Cube is that it can also function as an Alexa-enabled speaker, allowing you to control your smart home devices with your voice. If you’ve already invested in Amazon’s Alexa ecosystem, there’s definitely less of a need to get the Fire TV Cube, but it’s still a nice feature to have in a pinch.

If you only need a small amount of streaming, Amazon has also discounted the Fire TV Stick Lite. It’s only two dollars more expensive now than it was during the holiday shopping season, at $20. Because the Fire TV Stick Lite is limited to Full HD streaming, it’s a decent choice if you have an older TV. It’s also referred to as the “Lite” version because you can’t use the included Alexa Voice Remote to control your TV.

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