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Acer launches new gaming laptops with latest CPUs, GPUs

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Acer announced refreshes across its lines of Predator and Nitro gaming laptops, starting off the year with new models of the Predator Triton 500 SE, Predator Helios 300 and Acer Nitro 5.

All of the laptops feature the latest 12th Gen Intel Core processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series Laptop GPUs, while the Acer Nitro 5 also includes AMD Ryzen 6000 series processor options. They also come with one month of Xbox Game Pass, giving gamers day-one access to popular titles and the ability to play with friends, whether they’re on PC or console.

“Our most popular gaming laptops have been updated with the latest silicon announced at CES,” said James Lin, General Manager, Notebooks, IT Products Business, Acer Inc. “Combine that with state-of-the-art cooling technology and high-refresh rate displays and you get exciting laptops that even the most demanding of players will love.”

“With a new performance hybrid architecture in addition to industry leading I/O, memory and connectivity support, 12th Gen Intel Core H-series processors deliver the blazing fast performance and platform capabilities that today’s gamers demand,” said Jerry Tsao, VP of Enthusiast Laptops at Intel. “The new Acer lineup of gaming notebooks with 12th Gen Intel Core feature incredible designs that gamers of all levels will be excited to play on.”

Predator Triton 500 SE — Thin Gaming Laptop   

The Predator Triton 500 SE (PT516-52s) is a “special edition” laptop for gaming and work. On the inside, up to a 12th Gen Intel Core i9 processor, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU and 32 GB of 5200 MHz LPDDR5 memory dish out the extreme performance necessary for the latest games. On the outside, its all-metal spartan-styled aesthetics let it blend perfectly into the workplace or lecture hall. Just 19.9 mm (0.75 in) at its thinnest point, the laptop can go wherever users do, while up to 2TB of high-speed PCIe Gen4 storage offers plenty of space for games and files.

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Backing up this powerful hardware is state-of-the-art cooling technology. The laptop utilizes a triple-fan system, including two 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fans with 89 metal blades each. Acer’s Vortex Flow technology redirects the airflow those fans generate to critical components, while strategically-placed thermal foam, liquid-metal thermal grease on the CPU, and four heat pipes further improve cooling. Performance boost aside, this means that users won’t be feeling the heat while making the most of the long battery life granted by the laptop’s large 99.98 Wh battery.

Content looks great on the Triton 500 SE’s 16-inch display. Gamers will appreciate the industry-leading WQXGA (2560×1600) panel’s 240Hz[2] refresh rate and 3 ms response time, topped off with support from the frame-syncing power of NVIDIA G-SYNC technology. Content creators will appreciate 500 nits of brightness, 100 percent coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut, and a productivity-boosting 16:10 aspect ratio—plus an SD 7.0 card reader for offloading content.

The laptop runs Windows 11 out of the box and also features a full range of USB 3.2 Gen2 ports, including two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports with support for DisplayPort and power delivery, while an HDMI 2.1 port makes 4K@120 Hz possible by allowing users to plug into an external display. Topping everything off, an Intel Killer E3100G 2.5G Ethernet Controller, Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E 1675 and Control Center 2.0 empower users with blazing fast connectivity.

Predator Helios 300 — All About Performance

The Predator Helios 300 (PH315-55) is a powerful gaming laptop equipped with a host of top-tier hardware: Up to a 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU, 32 GB of DDR5-4800 MHz memory and up to 2 TB of PCIe Gen4 SSD RAID 0 storage. This hardware muscle powers up to a 15.6-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) IPS display with a 165 Hz refresh rate—and with a revamped, cleaner chassis, the outside of the laptop looks great, too. A thin light bar below the palm rest (configurable via PredatorSense) lets the device retain its gamer aesthetic in a slightly more subtle fashion.

A dual-fan layout that includes one 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan helps the keep the system running cool, further supported by liquid metal thermal grease and Acer’s CoolBoost technology. A single press of the built-in PredatorSense button offers users control over the fan speed via four preset operating modes, while a single press of the built-in Turbo key instantly maxes out these settings for improved gaming performance. Upping the cool factor, the laptop’s mini-LED backlit keyboard features per-key RGB.

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Running Windows 11, the laptop comes with Killer DoubleShot Pro (E2600+1675i) and WiFi 6E connectivity in addition to a healthy range of ports, including an HDMI 2.1 for connecting to external monitors or consoles, a Thunderbolt Type-C port, and two USB 3.2 Gen2 ports, one of which allows users to charge a mobile device even if the laptop is turned off.

A 17.3-inch model (PH317-56) with an IPS panel (QHD 165 Hz or FHD 165 Hz / 144 Hz) is also available.

Acer Nitro 5 — Plentiful Configuration Options

The Acer Nitro 5 is a gaming laptop that gives players everything they need to explore and enjoy the latest titles, featuring up to a 12th Gen Intel Core i7 (AN515-58) and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti GPU. A pair of M.2 SSD slots (PCIe Gen 4) offer massive storage, while up to 32 GB of DDR4 3200 RAM offers players plenty of breathing room to handle multiple applications at once. Combined with a QHD 165 Hz panel that has a 3 ms response time, the Nitro 5 delivers pleasantly fluid gameplay. For further control, Killer Ethernet E2600 and Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i lets players make their network prioritize game traffic for even faster connectivity when every second counts.

The Acer Nitro 5 can also be equipped with up to an AMD Ryzen 6000 Series processor (AN515-46) and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU, plus up to 32 GB of the latest-generation DDR5 4800 MHz RAM. This generation of the Nitro 5 comes with two options, an FHD 144 Hz panel or a 165 Hz QHD Panel, both taking advantage of AMD FreeSync technology to offer smooth gameplay without screen tearing. Storage-wise, the AMD processor-powered Nitro 5 features two M.2 PCIe Gen 4 SSD slots (PCIe Gen4 x1, PCIe Gen3 x1).

It also comes with Windows 11 and a redesigned chassis that features dual-fan cooling, an intake on both the chassis’ top and bottom, and four exhaust ports. Users needing more or less cooling power can control fan speeds with the NitroSense utility app, a built-in software solution that also enables users to overclock their CPU/GPU and customize the 4-zone RGB keyboard’s lighting.

Completing the gameplay experience, DTS:X Ultra audio deepens their immersion by delivering clear sounds that can be delivered in a 3D spatial soundscape. This technology also translates into a competitive edge, enabling players to hear exactly where an opponent is coming from. Users wanting to play with headphones and other peripherals will enjoy the Nitro 5’s full range of ports, including HDMI 2.1 and support for both USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2. The Intel-powered model also includes a Thunderbolt 4 Type-C port. The AMD-powered model includes USB 4.

A pair of 17.3-inch models (AN517-55, AN517-42) with an IPS panel (QHD/FHD 165 Hz, FHD 144 Hz) are also available.

Pricing and Availability

The Predator Triton 500 SE (PT516-52s) will be available in North America in March, starting at USD 2,299.99; in EMEA in February, starting at EUR 3,499; and in China in February, starting at RMB 24,999.

The 15.6-inch Predator Helios 300 (PH315-55) will be available in North America in May, starting at USD 1,649.99; in EMEA in February, starting at EUR 2,299; and in China in February, starting at RMB 11,999.

The 17.3-inch Predator Helios 300 (PH317-56) will be available in North America in March, starting at USD 1,749.99; in EMEA in February, starting at EUR 2,399; and in China in February, starting at RMB 11,999.

The Acer Nitro 5 [Intel processor, 15.6-inch] (AN515-58) will be available in North America in March, starting at USD 1,049.99; in EMEA in February, starting at EUR 1,549; and in China in February, starting at RMB 9,499.

The Acer Nitro 5 [AMD processor, 15.6-inch] (AN515-46) will be available in North America in April, starting at USD 1,099.99; in EMEA in April, starting at EUR 1,599; and in China in March, starting at RMB 8,999.

The Acer Nitro 5 [Intel processor, 17.3-inch] (AN517-55) will be available in North America in April, starting at USD 1,099.99; in EMEA in March, starting at EUR 1,649; and in China in February, starting at RMB 9,499.

The Acer Nitro 5 [AMD processor, 17.3-inch] (AN517-42) will be available in North America in May, starting at USD 1,149.99; in EMEA in April, starting at EUR 1,699; and in China in March, starting at RMB 8,999.

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World Esports Cup: Total Gaming, TSM and Chemin Esports among 12 top Indian teams to battle for global finals spot

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As the World Esports Cup (WEC ’21) gears up for the next level of excitement and thrilling action, Total Gaming and Team SoloMid (TSM FTX) alongside 10 other Indian teams progressed into the next stage as they will fight for a place in the global finals at South East Asia’s premier tri-nation esports tournament.

Arrow Esports, Blackflag Army, Aura Gaming, Stone Crushers, Desi gamers, TG Tycoon, Chemin Esports, Helping Gamers, Orangutan and UG Empire are the other teams who will compete in the India finals.

Ajay Sharma-led five-member Team Total Gaming, comprising of top gamers like Hora Vetkumar, Narai Yadav, Daksh Garg, and Rohit Sarraf (sub), will be eager to make their mark in the upgoing national qualifying stage, scheduled on Thursday and Friday, alongside the country’s other top teams, including Team SoloMid, which is consist of players like Naitik Khoshto, Sagar Patel, Jayesh Yadav, Koushik Malik, and Rudvait Khairnar, and Team Desi Gamers Esports with gamers like Ashwani Yadav, Karanjot Mehta, Alexis Arthur, Tarendra Sahu, Harsh Singh, and Kshitij Kumar Shrivastava.

Top four teams from the India finals will join teams from Pakistan and Nepal in the 12-team global finals. Team Hotshot, The Guardians, Five mutants and Legend Style ES have qualified for the global finals from Pakistan while 2b Gamer, Tonde Gamer, Dada Gang and KM Brotherhood will represent Nepal in the global finals. Owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, the tournament has been played virtually over a period of three months, where athletes are competing in one of the most popular battles royale games, Free Fire.

“There has been a great level of competition so far in the tournament which received an overwhelming response from all the three participating countries. As the tournament progresses, the next level of action will be unfolded in the presence of these top and renowned esports teams and athletes. This tournament is surely an indicator of the growing esports culture in this part of the world and we are committed to strengthening it further across the region. I congratulate each team as the competition is getting intense with every passing day and I wish each of them the best of luck for the next stage,” said Vishwalok Nath, Director, World Esports Cup.

After the India finals, representing their own country, four qualified teams each from India, Pakistan, and Nepal will fight for the WEC ’21 title at the global finals, scheduled from January 10 to January 14, 2022.

The inaugural edition of the WEC, which has smartphone maker Infinix as the title sponsor, also has a whopping prize pool of Rs 75 lakhs and the fans can watch the thrilling action live on ITG.gg, India Today, and AajTak websites. The matches will also be streamed live on India Today Gaming YouTube channel along with the YouTube and Facebook handles of India Today, and Aaj Tak.

CES 2022: Samsung unveils ‘Together for Tomorrow’ vision

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Samsung unveiled its vision for the future, ‘Together for tomorrow’, during a pre-show keynote event at CES 2022 highlighting the company’s efforts to usher in a new age of togetherness, with customizable experiences that reflect consumers’ evolving lifestyles, and innovations that mark progress for both society and the planet.

The company’s ‘Together for tomorrow’ vision is one that empowers everyone to create positive change and drives collaborations that address some of the planet’s most pressing challenges. The keynote illustrated how Samsung plans to make its vision a reality by introducing a range of sustainability initiatives, purposeful partnerships, and customizable and connected technologies.

“I’m excited for you to be a part of our vision to see how innovation can create positive change, [and] to join us and work together for tomorrow,” said Han. “These developments will make sustainability part of your product experience, enabling you to live a more sustainable life.”

Building a Sustainable Future

At its core, Samsung’s vision for the future is built on what the company calls “everyday sustainability.” It is a concept that inspires Samsung to put sustainability at the heart of everything it does. The company has been realizing its vision by adopting new, low-impact product manufacturing practices, footprint-reducing packaging and a more sustainable customer experience, and by responsibly disposing of products at the end of their lifecycles.

Samsung’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions throughout the production cycle have also earned recognition from the Carbon Trust, the world’s leading authority on carbon footprint. Last year, the company’s Carbon Trust-certified memory chips helped reduce carbon emissions by nearly 700,000 tons.

Samsung’s efforts in this area extend well beyond semiconductors and include expanding the use of recycled materials. To introduce everyday sustainability to more products, Samsung’s Visual Display Business plans to use 30 times more recycled plastics than it did in 2021. The company also revealed plans to expand its use of recycled materials to include all mobile products and home appliances over the next three years.

Samsung is also building sustainability into the ways that customers experience its products. Such experiences will be integral to empowering people to reduce their carbon footprint and make positive changes together for a better tomorrow. As an example, the company introduced notable enhancements to its first-of-its-kind SolarCell Remote, which eliminates battery waste with a built-in solar panel that can be charged during both day and night.

In addition, by 2025, Samsung plans to make all of its TVs and phone chargers operate on near-zero standby power, so that the products will consume almost no energy when not being used.

Empowering users with customized experiences

In addition to describing steps it is taking to advance everyday sustainability, Samsung outlined various ways it is advancing technology to cater to consumers’ diverse needs. Understanding that each person is unique and wants to customize their devices to suit their lifestyle, Samsung strives to find ways to help people redefine their relationships with everyday technologies. This people-first approach to innovation is a key pillar of the company’s ‘Together for tomorrow’ vision.

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The platforms and screens that Samsung unveiled at the event reflect the ‘Screens Everywhere, Screens for All’ era that Han alluded to at CES 2020. The Freestyle is a lightweight and portable screen that gives you a cinema-quality experience no matter where you are. Featuring AI-enabled sound, built-in streaming apps and a host of useful Smart TV accessibility features, The Freestyle can be set up virtually anywhere and projects up to 100 inches.

Ushering in an era of seamless connectivity

Building a better future together for tomorrow requires more than building customization and sustainability into the core of Samsung’s products – it also requires seamless connectivity. During the keynote, Samsung demonstrated its commitment to ushering in an era of truly seamless connected experiences by highlighting its collaborations with partners as well as its next-gen products.

Unveiled for the first time at CES, the all-new Samsung Home Hub takes connected home experiences to the next level with a SmartThings service that integrates with AI-connected appliances to simplify home management. Samsung Home Hub combines six SmartThings services into one convenient device that gives users complete control over their smart home and makes it easier to manage household chores.

To enable different types of smart devices to work better with each other, Samsung announced plans to make SmartThings Hub a built-in feature of its 2022 TVs, Smart Monitors and Family Hub refrigerators. Doing so will help make connected living experiences more accessible and seamless for everyone.

“As a global coalition of smart home appliance manufacturers, HCA members share a belief that connected ecosystems and digital technology will allow us to further develop product experiences that are elegant, hyper-personalized and truly smart for our consumers,” said Katherine Shin, Vice President of Customer Experience at Trane Technologies. “The HCA invites any global manufacturers with a similar vision for efficiency, interoperability and innovation to come and build with us.”

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Oppo Enco M32 neckband ensures 20 hours of music playback with just 10 minutes of quick charge

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Smartphone brand Oppo today announced the availability of Enco M32, a wireless neckband that gives you up to 20 hours of playback on a 10-minute charge and up to 28 hours of listening after a flash charge of just 35 minutes. The Oppo Enco M32 will be available on Amazon and the Oppo store from January 10 till January 12 at an early bird discounted price of Rs 1,499.

Damyant Singh Khanoria, Chief Marketing Officer, Oppo India, said, “At Oppo, we have been striving to meet the needs of our evolved consumers. The Oppo Enco M32 wireless neckband is a result of these constant endeavours. Crafted for those on the move, the Enco M32’s balanced and nuanced sound allows you to enjoy every single beat with clear vocals. Its long battery life of 28hrs, hand-free operations, stylish snug fit and enhanced sound quality make it one of the best-in-class audio tools for a mobile lifestyle.

The Oppo Enco M32 packs 10mm dynamic drivers that deliver balanced sound with discernible bass, clear mids and crisp highs. It supports the AAC audio format for enhanced sound quality over streaming. Additionally, its design includes an independent sound cavity that allows for a larger sound field while avoiding the noise caused by airflow thereby making the audio output purer.

The Oppo Enco M32, with an IP55 rating that makes it dust- and water-resistant, is designed with unique ear fins to fit the ears more snugly and comfortably whether you are listening to music while commuting or working out at the gym. It comes with a Hall magnetic switch in the earbuds; this means it pauses your music when the two earbuds are attached around your neck and starts playing as soon as the magnets are disengaged.

The neckband also features a dual-device, fast-switching function that allows a free flow between the two devices and performs Bluetooth signal switching accordingly. In addition, the Oppo Enco M32 wireless neckband uses Bluetooth 5.0, which achieves a faster and more stable connection with lower loss of sound at long distances to provide a stutter-free audio experience to consumers. The Enco M32 wireless neckband also features an AI call-noise-reduction algorithm that transmits voice over calls without ambient-sound disturbances.

The Oppo Enco M32 wireless headset has been on ‘Notify Me’ on Amazon since December 25, 2021, and will be available for purchase starting January 10 on Amazon, oppo.com and across all retail outlets at a price of Rs 1,799. Consumers purchasing the headset during the first sale period on Amazon and the Oppo store between January 10 and January 12, will be entitled to a discount of Rs 300, thereby availing the product at Rs 1,499 only.

CES 2022: TCL showcases the thinnest 85-inch 8K MiniLED TV along with display innovations

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Consumer electronics major TCL has returned to CES where it will reveal the thinnest 8K MiniLED TV prototype, its 34-inchWQHD 165Hz R1500 Mini LED monitor, TCL LEINIAO AR and the TCL NXTWEAR AIR glasses. TCL is also exhibiting its latest display technologies, MiniLED and QLED TVs, newest mobile devices and a full range of smart home appliances at Central Hall #17017, Las Vegas Convention Center, from January 5-8.

 “We are excited to be back on the ground at CES with an amazing interactive booth and proud to be part of this dynamic industry,” said Juan Du, Chairperson of TCL Electronics. “This year, we are launching a new theme called#TCLInspireGreatness and will be demonstrating how our products and services can help people live, work and play better each and every day.”

Over the years, TCL has focused on developing MiniLED technology and has become a true leader in the TV display industry. At CES 2022, TCL will preview an 85-inch 8K MiniLED TV prototype, the thinnest MiniLED TV at just3.9mm, with high contrast from over 2,000 local dimming zones and a super wide colour gamut.

At the TCL CES 2022 booth, there will also be interactive displays featuring the latest smart wearables and TCL’s high performance e-sport monitor.

These include;

TCL LEINIAO AR – the industry’s first binocular full-color Micro-LED display powered by the latest holographic optical waveguide technology. The device is also the industry’s first full color display to be offered in a pair of thin and light-weightsmart glasses by TCL.

TCL NXTWEAR AIR – a portable cinematic experience, with a 140-inch equivalent screen from a distance of four meters. The device elevates the viewing experience for movie watching, mobile gaming, remote office working and for commuters. Weighing just 75g, with a standard lens,the NXTWEAR AIR comes with two exchangeable front lenses, for both comfort and style.

TCL CSOT’s 34-inch WQHD 165Hz R1500 Mini LED Monitor – a monitor specifically designed for e-sports. With Industry’s most 1,152 local dimming zones,the 34-inch monitor provides stunning contrast and detail reproduction, and with a refresh rate of 165Hz, it provides serious gamers with fast responsiveness, sharp imagery and smooth gameplay.

TCL will also offer demonstrations of Matter at its CES 2022 booth. Matter is an industry-unifying standard, a seal of approval that smart devices will work seamlessly together.

CES 2022 is underway: Check schedule and how to watch

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World’s most influential tech event – the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2022 – officially starts today, that is, January 5, 2022, and no pandemic is going to hold it back. While the CES 2021 was entirely virtual, things looked brighter for CES 2022 as it will be a hybrid event that will include both livestreams and physical showfloor with major tech companies confirming their presence.

According to the official website, there will be over 2,200 exhibitors in attendance, with representation from the likes of Samsung, Nvidia, Sony, LG, and many more. They will showcase the latest in digital health, food tech, automotive tech, NFTs, gaming, smart home and more. On that note, you might be wondering how to watch the various conferences that are being held. We’ll tell you!

CES 2022 Dates

CES 2022 is taking place at the Las Vegas Convention Center from January 5, 2022 to January 7, 2022, with Media Days took place on January 3 and January 4, 2022. Originally, the show was scheduled to go on until January 8, however, the organizers dropped that day as an additional safety measure due to the surge of Covid-19 cases.

The opening CES 2022 keynote address will be on January 5 at 8:30 a.m. PST/11:30 a.m. EST. the same day, the show floor will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. PST. On January 6 and January 7, the show floor will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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CES 2022 Schedule

Although CES 2022 is officially listed as starting on January 5, 2022, many of the biggest keynote presentations took place yesterday, i.e, January 4.

AMD Press Conference January 4 at 7am PT
LG World Premiere January 4 at 8am PT
Nvidia Special Address January 4 at 8am PT
Hisense Press Conference January 4 at 8am
Intel Press Conference January 4 at 10am PT
Qualcomm Press Conference January 4 at 11am PT
Sony Press Conference January 4 at 5pm PT
TCL Press Conference January 4 at 6pm PT
Samsung Press Conference January 4 at 6:30pm PT

How to watch CES 2022?

To attend the CES 2022 remotely, there is a digital venue registration option that grants access to certain presentations and lets you interact with a number of exhibitors. However, this is primarily intended for use by the media and those affiliated with the technology industry. Luckily, select parts of the show will be available to watch for free. You will be able to watch all the press conferences’ live streams from the CES YouTube channel.

CES 2022: Safety Measures

CTA is taking all the essential steps to make CES 2022 safe for the attendees. The organisation is requiring the attendees to get tested for Covid-19 24 hours prior to boarding their flight for Los Angeles. Also, it is requiring the attendees to show proof of vaccination for attending the show. Additionally, the organisation has asked the attendees to get tested 24 hours prior to arriving at a CES 2022 venue for which it is providing them with complimentary testing kits.

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CES 2022: The world’s first 300-hour wireless gaming headset from the house of HyperX unveiled

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Gaming peripherals brand HyperX today announced new additions to its award-winning gaming accessories lineup at CES 2022. Underscoring its commitment to support wireless gaming needs, the latest HyperX products include the HyperX Cloud Alpha wireless gaming headset with up to 300 hours of battery life, HyperX Clutch wireless gaming controller and Pulsefire Haste wireless gaming mouse. In addition to wireless peripherals, HyperX also introduced the Alloy Origins 65 mechanical gaming keyboard with HyperX Red and Aqua mechanical switches, Cloud II gaming headset in a new white and pink colorway and Cloud Core headset with DTS Headphone:X audio.

“CES sets the tone for consumer technology in 2022 and is a great time for HyperX to share our latest innovations and demonstrate our continued dedication to bring gamers high-performance products,” said Kevin Hague, vice president and general manager, HyperX. “As producers of professional gaming-grade accessories, HyperX is committed to outfitting the gaming and esports communities with the best products for extended gaming sessions, esports tournaments or casual gaming with friends.”

The latest HyperX line of products offer new levels of comfort, performance and control and are designed to improve the gameplay experience for gamers at all levels.

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset: Cloud Alpha Wireless offers the longest-lasting battery in a wireless gaming headset with up to 300 hours of battery life on a single charge. The headset provides an immersive audio experience with DTS Headphone:X  and utilizes new-and-improved, custom-designed Dual Chamber Technology and HyperX 50mm Drivers that feature a slimmer, lighter design while maintaining the sound and performance of the original wired version. Cloud Alpha Wireless provides signature HyperX comfort with soft, pliable leatherette and custom plush memory foam and a durable aluminum frame for long-lasting durability and stability. The headset features a detachable noise-cancelling mic with LED status indicator and onboard audio controls on the ear cup.

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HyperX Clutch Wireless Gaming Controller: For improved mobile gaming control, HyperX Clutch wireless controller offers a familiar controller layout and comfortable textured controller grips to enhance in-game performance. It provides wireless support for Android mobile devices via Bluetooth 4.2 or a 2.4GHz wireless receiver. A USB-C to USB-A cable is included as a wired connection to PC for gaming, allowing users to take full advantage of gaming on the cloud via multiple devices. The Clutch wireless controller includes a detachable and adjustable mobile phone clip that expands from 41mm to 86mm and comes equipped with a built-in rechargeable battery offering up to 19 hours of battery life on a single charge.

HyperX Pulsefire Haste Wireless Gaming Mouse: Pulsefire Haste wireless mouse utilizes an ultra-light honeycomb hex shell design that offers quicker movements and increased ventilation. The mouse offers gaming-grade wireless technology with a low latency wireless connection that operates on reliable 2.4GHz frequency and features long-lasting battery life with up to 100 hours on a single charge. Pulsefire Haste wireless mouse features six programmable buttons with onboard memory and uses TTC Golden micro dustproof switches rated for up to 80 million clicks. The mouse is also anti-dust and features a water-resistant IP55 rating. Built with low-friction, pure virgin-grade PTFE skates for effortless glide movement, Pulsefire Haste includes grip tape for both sides of the mouse as well as the left and right mouse buttons and includes a replacement set of PTFE skates. The mouse is customizable with HyperX NGENUITY software and allows users to personalize DPI settings, RGB lighting, button assignments, and record macros.

HyperX Alloy Origins 65 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard: Alloy Origins 65 features a  space-saving 65 per cent form factor with dedicated arrow keys, delete, page up, and page down keys to maximize functionality and desktop real estate for ultimate mouse movement. The keyboard features HyperX mechanical switches built for performance, longevity and rated with an 80 million lifetime click rating per switch. The keyboard includes RGB backlit keys with an exposed LED design for brighter illumination with radiant lighting effects and five adjustable brightness levels. Origins 65 utilizes premium double shot PBT keycaps with secondary key functions for long-term use and durability. HyperX NGENUITY software allows users to personalize lighting, Game Mode and macro settings, offering up to three profiles with on-board memory. The keyboard is available in HyperX Red linear switches or HyperX Aqua tactile switches.

HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset: Cloud II utilizes an advanced audio control box that offers 7.1 virtual surround sound and features signature HyperX memory foam, premium leatherette and a durable aluminum frame to provide long-lasting durability, stability and ultimate comfort for prolonged gaming sessions. The advanced audio control box delivers 7.1 virtual surround sound with independent audio and microphone volume control. Gamers can easily toggle on 7.1 virtual surround sound with a push of a button. The headset uses specially tuned 53mm drivers that offer rich, impactful sounds with clarity and precision. Cloud II offers multi-device compatibility and utilizes a detachable noise-cancelling mic that provides clearer voice quality, game sounds and reduced background noise. Cloud II combines a fresh new pink and white colorway with signature HyperX comfort and sound.

HyperX Cloud Core Gaming Headset: Cloud Core gaming headset is designed for an immersive in-game audio experience with DTS Headphone:X that offers accurate 3D audio spatialization. Cloud Core is built with durable aluminum frame and adjustable headband to provide long-lasting durability and utilizes signature HyperX memory foam and soft leatherette to provide signature HyperX comfort. The headset includes a flexible, detachable noise-canceling microphone that is Discord and TeamSpeak certified.

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Get free Soundbar, Galaxy Tab, and attractive cashback on Samsung ‘Big TV’ Festival

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Samsung is back with its Big TV Festival offers on 55-inches and above QLED and UHD range of televisions on popular demand. Starting from January 1, 2022, these offers can be availed till January 31, 2022 at all leading consumer electronics retailers across the country.

This new year starts with a special cheer for those who wish to get a dual advantage of a smart television along with a soundbar to complete their home entertainment set ups or avail of a tablet to enjoy a connected experience.

Customers looking at upgrading to larger screen televisions can avail special deals with assured gifts on purchase of 55-inch and above Neo QLED 8K TVs, QLED TVs and UHD TVs.

These irresistible offers include an assured free Soundbar worth INR 94,990 on the purchase of 85-inch and 75-inch Neo QLED 8K TVs.

On the purchase of 65-inch Neo QLED 8K TV, 75-inch UHD TV, 65-inch & 55-inch Neo QLED TV and 65-inch & 55-inch QLED TVs, consumers will get the Galaxy A7 LTE Tab worth INR 21,999 as a gift.

Taking the excitement a notch higher, consumers can avail up to 20% cashback and extended warranty offers coupled with easy EMI options starting as low as INR 1,990 on Samsung’s 55-inch and above premium range of televisions.

“With the growing popularity of in-home entertainment, the demand for large screen TVs is surging. With a host of differentiated content being consumed on TVs, premium viewing and audio experience is one of the key drivers in adoption of larger screen televisions. We at Samsung are certain that the Big TV Festival will delight our consumers who are looking at welcoming the New Year by upgrading their homes with premium TVs,” said Mohandeep Singh, Senior Vice President, Consumer Electronics Business, Samsung India.

As a part of these offers, Samsung QLED TVs will additionally come with a 10-year no-screen burn-in warranty. Consumers will also get one-year standard and one-year additional warranty on other Samsung TVs.

Samsung’s Premium TV and Soundbar Line-up

Samsung QLED Televisions

Samsung QLED TV breaks new ground for premium TVs and home entertainment, delivering a beautiful design that is supported with the most advanced picture quality. Powered by Quantum Dot technology that optimizes the TV’s brightness levels and delivers brighter and deeper colors, to deliver the visual experience intended by creators. The QLED TVs also features Object Tracking Sound (OTS) and Active Voice Amplifier (AVA) for unmatched cinematic experience at home.

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The QLED TV features an Ambient Mode which turns the TV into a piece of art, building on the Ambient Mode’s ability to blend in with the home interior, the TV can be hung on the wall with a No Gap Wall-Mount, intelligently embedded in the back of the TV so that it blends in seamlessly. It also allows the users to take voice control one step further with the new Bixby and Alexa feature on One Remote Control allowing connections to all connected devices without additional connectors or complicated setups.

Crystal 4K UHD Televisions

Samsung’s 4K UHD TVs offers distinctive features through integration, consumption and interaction of TV in the everyday lives of its consumers. Driven by Crystal technology, Samsung UHD TVs are aimed to deliver superior colours with unmatched sharpness and contrast levels. With a host of features such as Crystal 4K Display, Multi View, Adaptive Sound, Tap View, Screen Mirroring, Lag Free Gaming, these TVs empower consumers to enjoy enhanced picture quality and superior content consumption capabilities.

QLED 8K TV

Championing the premium TV space, Samsung’s world’s first QLED 8K TVs are game changing ultra-premium TVs and home entertainment. Samsung’s QLED 8K TVs come with features such as Infinity Screen, Adaptive Picture, Active Voice Amplifier, Q-Symphony and Object Tracking Sound+ that provide the most pristine picture quality and dynamic sound experience available today.

Samsung QLED 8K TVs come with Real 8K Resolution, 8K AI Upscaling, Quantum Processor 8K, and Quantum HDR – all created to provide a stunning 8K experience.

Samsung 8K QLED TVs come with 33 million pixels, four times the resolution of 4K UHD TVs and 16 times that of a Full HD TV, allowing consumers to immerse themselves into the display. These 33 million pixels provide sharper resolution giving a feeling of realness and presence with exceptionally true-to-life picture quality.

Q Series Soundbar

With a sleek and compact form factor, Samsung Q Series Soundbar complements the design-forward aesthetics of Samsung QLED TVs. Q Series Soundbars use fabrics from premium textile brand Kvadrat (available in HW-Q900T model), which not only makes it visually aesthetic, but it makes the sound more beautiful.

Q Series Soundbars come the Dolby Atmos technology and provide multi-dimensional cinematic audio that rivals any theater experience delivering sound as premium as the picture with Samsung TVs. The series includes Samsung’s signature Q-Symphony technology – which enables both TV speakers and the Q Soundbar to work simultaneously creating the ultimate sound synergy.

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iGear Orion, an LED desk lamp with Qi wireless charging, launched in India

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Homegrown lifestyle accessory brand iGear has come up with an LED-based desk lamp called Orion, which also doubles up as a wireless charger for your compatible smartphones and accessories. The Orion has variable, touch-based, colour temperature settings and intensity adjustments which is suitable for both day and night use.

Kamlesh Sharma, founder and CEO, iGear, said, “The iGear Orion is a perfect example of a desktop accessory that helps with work, makes it convenient to wirelessly charge your smartphones and gadgets while ensuring the safety of your eyes. It’s a perfect gift for anyone — be it your kids, parents, friends, colleagues or mentors.”

The iGear Orion is a must-have accessory for any work desk — be it home, school or office. Featuring a strong aluminium and ABS build, the Orion desk lamp makes for a perfect work/study buddy. Its sturdy arms are foldable and completely adjustable (up to 240-degrees) so that you can move and focus the lights to where it’s needed. You have the option to switch between cool or warm light modes to suit your need and mood.

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The iGear Orion is built with high-quality LEDs and are designed for high brightness, zero flicker and adjustable temperature along with eyesight protection. The lamp’s brightness and temperature can be adjusted by a simple touch. The base features a built-in 5W Qi wireless charger so you can place your compatible smartphones and gadgets to simultaneously charge while you’re busy working. The wireless charging base is made from premium ABS material and designed to imitate a leather finish.

The iGear Orion LED desk lamp is available in Silver + Black colour for Rs 5,000 on Amazon.in, igear.asia and Croma.com, with a 1-year free replacement warranty.

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Bolo Live raises USD 2.4 million led by Orios Venture Partners

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On the mission to build the largest social live-streaming platform out of India, Bolo Live today announced that it has raised USD 2.4 million as a precursor to Series A, led by Orios Venture Partners. SOSV, Tremis Capital, LPA Ventures, and other HNIs also participated in its first VC round including existing investors Eagle 10 Ventures. This takes the total raise by the company to USD 3.5 million till date.

Launched in May 2019, Bolo Live straddles the unique amalgamation of live streaming, gamification, and microtransactions. They empower content creators to leverage the power of active engagement of live streaming and help democratize the monetization for content creators. Bolo Live empowers fans to connect, live chat, engage with and build communities with their favorite live streamers in their preferred languages.

The newly raised funds will be used to accelerate the product development, strengthen the team and accelerate penetration in both India and South Asia markets. Co-founded by second-time entrepreneur and NITIE alumnus Varun Saxena, and Delhi University alumna Tanmai Paul; Bolo Live recently had ex Co-Founder Pratilipi and BITS Pilani alumnus Prashant join the Bolo Live team as CTO.

Varun Saxena, Co-founder and CEO Bolo Live said, “We are delighted to have Orios Venture Partners join us as our first institutional investors in our journey to build a large social live-streaming platform out of India. Their experience with world-class startups from India shall help us accelerate our path towards making Bolo Live a household name.”

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“With the world looking at Indian content creators, there is no better time than this to build a microtransactions driven creator economy platform in India. We have witnessed high stickiness, driven by gamification and communities, and look forward to creating more value for all our users. We strongly believe that we are as good as the growth of live streamers on the platform, and hence we will continue to innovate on more monetization opportunities for our content creators and keep bringing them closer to their fan base,” he further added.

Rehan Yar Khan, Managing Partner, Orios Venture Partners said, “There is an accelerating trend of live streaming and content commerce in India. Bolo Live team’s understanding, enthusiasm, the way they have built differentiation and are scaling it up in this competitive environment, drove our decision to invest in the brand. Their engagement first approaches and focus on high user retention clearly makes them stand apart in the growing social live streaming segment.”

With over 1 lakh content creators monetizing on the platform, and creator retention as high as 80%; Bolo Live has become the first choice of content creators who are looking to monetize content beyond brand partnerships. Bolo Live is that rare content app generating revenue and is already at more than 1 mn USD net revenue run rate. This, coupled with consistent growth in active user base has led to over 3x increase in net revenue over the last 6 months.

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