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iQOO 7 series with latest Snapdragon 8 chips launched in India

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Smartphone brand iQOO is back with a bang with two new offerings – iQOO 7 and iQOO 7 Legend – in India. While the iQOO 7 is aimed at reaching out to more gamers, the iQOO 7 Legend is the best of what the company can offer at the moment. Both the devices will be available from May 1 on Amazon and the company’s own website i.e., iQOO.com

As for prices, the iQOO 7 starts at Rs 31,990 for the base variant with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, whereas the second variant with 256GB storage costs Rs 33,990, and the top-end variant with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage comes with a price tag of Rs 35,990. The iQOO 7 Legend with its Snapdragon 888 chip starts at a price of Rs 39,990 for the base version with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. Interestingly, there’s a high-end variant with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage which will cost you Rs 43,990.

In terms of specs, the iQOO 7 Legend is currently the company’s best smartphone for India. The USP of the iQOO 7 Legend is the Snapdragon 888 chip that claims to deliver top-notch performance. It features a 6.62-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080p and a refresh rate of 120Hz. The display also supports touch response rate of up to 1000Hz.

The handset houses up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The iQOO 7 gets Extended RAM function of up to 3GB. The company has launched the phone in India with Android 11 underneath the iQOO UI. The iQOO 7 Legend comes equipped with a 4,000mAh battery backed by a 66W Flash Charge solution.

On the camera front, it gets a 48MP main OIS camera along with a 13MP ultra-wide camera and a third 13MP Portrait lens (zoom camera). The phone also features a 16MP selfie camera. Under iQOO’s sponsoring partnership with BMW M Motorsport, the iQOO 7 Legend is designed specially with the racetrack elements and will feature the iconic tri-colour racing stripes.

On the other hand, the iQOO 7 comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chip. It also has the same 6.6-inch 1080p AMOLED display but gains a dedicated MEMC chip for smoother visuals. This display also supports a refresh rate of 120Hz. It sports a 4,400mAh battery.

Other specifications remain the same as the iQOO 7 Legend, except for the camera arrangement. The main camera uses the same 48MP Sony IMX589 sensor with OIS assistance. This is paired with a 13MP ultra-wide camera but it loses out on the 13MP telephoto camera. Instead, it uses a mono sensor as its third camera for black and white photos. The iQOO 7 will be available in two colour options- Storm Black and Solid Ice Blue.

Inbase unveils Ether 144 and 244 fast chargers in India

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Portable digital product maker and smartphone accessory brand Inbase has introduced its latest and unique ‘Ether’ series of fast chargers in India.

The Ether series is a next-generation fast charger that is available in two ranges – Ether 144 and Ether 244. The Ether 144 fast charger is a 20W power delivery Type C port offering 4 times faster charge than other conventional chargers. It is widely compatible with most of the Android and latest iOS devices.

On the other hand, the Ether 244 is an 18W power delivery fast charger that is equipped with both power delivery Type C and quick charge USB ports to meet different fast charging requirements. It is also widely compatible with most of the Android and latest iOS devices.

Moreover, these new chargers come with all-round protection from overheating, overcharging and short circuit.

The Ether series of fast chargers support most of the Android smartphones, iPhones, iPads, tablets, Bluetooth headphones, power banks, Mp3 players and other 5V USB devices.

The Inbase Ether 144 and Ether 244 fast chargers are available in white colour at affordable prices of Rs 1,299 and Rs 999 respectively, and can be purchased from leading retail outlets.

IceWarp sees increased demand for business email, collaboration solutions

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IceWarp has witnessed an increased demand for its business email and collaboration solutions in India during and post COVID-19 lockdown. The pandemic and remote working culture have prompted many businesses to revise their IT strategies which further gave rise to the adoption of a full-fledged email and collaboration suite to meet their collaboration needs.

The growing need for employees to communicate without interruption boosts the demand for team collaboration solutions to efficiently carry out team meetings and conferences, wherein IceWarp saw 60% of the growth for its solution among its new as well and existing customers.

The company saw 2-way growths one, where existing customers who were using plain vanilla email adopted Collaborative Platform. On the other hand, new customers looked for a cost-effective alternative to MO365 or GSuite and opted for IceWarp. Verticals that have adopted collaborative email solutions pre and post lockdown the most are BFSI, Pharma Healthcare, Education, and Manufacturing & FMCG.

Pramod Sharda, CEO, IceWarp, India and Middle East, said, “Remote working has been adopted by organizations wherever possible and we feel proud that we have been the key enabler for organization to adopt the change. Though, this new way of working has brought in challenges and opportunities for everyone, however, gradually, enterprises have understood the importance of hybrid collaboration. And now, digital connectivity in the time of COVID-19 is not just a necessity rather, it has become a lifeline ensuring business continuity in the social distancing scenario.”

“It is not surprising that video and team collaboration tools will remain CIOs priority even in the coming times, seeing the current scenario, not many offices will be willing to open/reopen their office space completely. We are optimistic that the number of customers will increase very rapidly and the usage of collaborative tools in India will continue to rise,” added Sharda.

Avita partners Reliance Digital to strengthen reach in India

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Lifestyle consumer tech brand Avita has joined hands with Reliance Digital to further strengthen its reach and position itself as an industry leader in the Indian market. The Avita products are now available with Reliance Digital stores and website.

The international consumer arm of Nexstgo, Avita is known for its extensive range of sleek and portable laptops which have created ripples in the market since its launch with Liber V and Avita Essential.

Alex Chung, CEO, Nexstgo, said, “To me, business isn’t about wearing suits, it’s about being true to yourself, your ideas and focusing on the essentials. Partnering with Reliance Digital will surely give a boost to the business and will make Avita one of the most reliable and affordable laptop brands in India.”

Seema Bhatnagar, Regional Business Director, Avita Laptops, said, “We are pleased to announce our partnership with Reliance Digital. This association shall have easy access to consumers for both offline and online stores.”

Brian Bade, Chief Executive, Reliance Retail, said, “We are happy to add Avita to the portfolio of leading and reputed consumer electronic brands offered at our stores and online platforms. At Reliance Digital, we strive to provide our customers with the best and widest range of electronic products at the most competitive prices. Avita is one of the trusted and reliable laptop brands in the market, and I am sure that our partnership with them will strengthen our market offering and add to the shopping delight of our customers.”

Associating with the big names in the sector and introducing high-end technology through its new range of laptops, Avita is carving a new path to growth in the Indian tech industry.

Xiaomi brings in Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11X, 11X Pro smartphones and Mi QLED 75-inch TV in India

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Xiaomi has come up with its most premium flagship devices of 2021 – Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11X series and Mi QLED TV 75-inch in India. Featuring revolutionary cameras, latest flagship Snapdragon 8XX series chipsets, powerful speakers, 120Hz E4 Super AMOLED display, and fast charging capabilities, the devices aim to offer a premium smartphone experience.

To recreate a theatre-like experience right in users’ living rooms, the Mi QLED TV 75-inch comes with 97% screen-to-body ratio 4K QLED panel, 192 local dimming zones and 120Hz refresh rate panel.

Manu Kumar Jain, Managing Director, Mi India, said, “With the launch of Mi 11 series, we are bringing the technology that is future proof and is designed to elevate the overall user experience. The series offers flagship level performance that pushes the boundaries of innovation by combining superior cameras and performance with an immersive display.”

“With Mi 11 Ultra, we are introducing the world’s 1st triple pro-grade camera setup coupled with dual display and legacy sound from Harman/Kardon. Mi 11 Ultra is the world’s DXO No. 1 smartphone camera and probably the 1st smartphone camera that can be compared with professional grade cameras. Mi 11X and Mi 11X Pro, with thin and light chassis features the top-of-the-line processors and a top-end 120Hz E4 Super AMOLED display, offer premium mobile experiences for users,” Jain said.

He further said, “Smart TV is another one of the big categories for us and we are always working towards improving the overall experience by delivering specifications that are best suited for the Indian market. With 97% screen-to-body ratio, full array local dimming technology, 120Hz refresh rate panel with Reality Flow MEMC and 30W speakers, this is the most advanced and premium TV from the house of Mi. Building on our success streak, we are bringing ‘The Theater of Tomorrow’, empowering our fans and users to recreate a theatre experience right in their living rooms.”

Mi 11 Ultra: The latest flagship smartphone offers a massive 6.81-inch WQHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz high refresh rate. The display panel also gets HDR10+ support and it has received an A+ rating from DisplayMate. The handset is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC. It packs in 12GB of RAM and 256GB of USF 3.1 onboard storage. It runs on Android 11 based MIUI 12 right out of the box. All of this is backed by a massive 5,000mAh battery with support for 67W wired and wireless fast charging. It also supports 10W reverse wireless charging.

In terms of cameras, the Mi 11 Ultra features a triple camera setup at the back consisting of a 50MP primary sensor and two 48MP sensors with an ultra-wide lens and a tele-macro lens. The key features of the smartphone include 120X zoom and a viewfinder display on the back alongside the camera module. Upfront, there is a 20MP selfie snapper.

Having a price tag of Rs 69,999, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra will be available in India soon only in the Ceramic White colour option.

Mi 11X Pro: The Xiaomi Mi 11X Pro sports a 6.67-inch FullHD+ AMOLED display. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC. The handset packs in 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of onboard storage. All of this is backed by a 4,520 battery.

On the camera front, the smartphone gets a triple camera setup consisting of a 108MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 5MP macro lens. Upfront, there is a 20MP selfie snapper.

The Xiaomi Mi 11X Pro will be available at Rs 39,999 for the 8GB +128GB option, whereas the 8GB + 256GB variant will cost you Rs 41,999.

Mi 11X: The handset features a 6.67-inch FullHD+ AMOLED display. It comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC. The handset packs in up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. All of this is backed by a 4,520 battery.

In the optics department, the Mi 11X gets a triple camera setup consisting of a 48MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 5MP macro lens. Upfront, there is a 20MP selfie snapper.

The Mi 11X has been priced at Rs 29,999 for 6GB + 128GB variant, whereas the 8GB + 128GB variant will cost you Rs 31,999. It’ll be up for grabs from April 27.

Mi QLED TV 75: The all-new smart TV from the house of Xiaomi comes with a 75-inch screen with Quantum Dot Technology. The display boasts a 97% screen-to-body ratio, full-array local dimming technology, 120Hz refresh rate with Reality Flow 120 (MEMC). For sound, the TV comes with 30W 6 speaker audio setup.

It also comes with a host of popular codec support such as Dolby Vision, HDR10+ along with support for Dolby Audio and DTS-HD for an enhanced experience. The smartTV runs Android TV 10 out of the box.

The Mi QLED TV 75 has been launched at a price of Rs 1,19,999 and will be available on Mi.com, Mi Home and Flipkart.com starting 27 April, at 12 noon.

Infinix Hot 10 Play goes on sale from today on Flipkart

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The recently-launched Infinix Hot 10 Play smartphone goes live on Flipkart from today. Packed with an array of top-notch features, cutting-edge architecture, gigantic battery, superior camera, and more, this latest offering from the Transsion Group comes at a price of Rs 8,499.

In terms of specs, the smartphone has a 6.82-inch HD+ drop notch display along with DTS surround sound for a more immersive video viewing experience. Designed to give a modern-day look, the smartphone has a glass finish on the back, NEG glass protection on the front and comes in four colour options- Morandi Green, 7° Purple, Aegean Blue and Obsidian Black.

The Hot 10 Play comes equipped with 4GB RAM, 64GB storage and MediaTek Helio G35 octa-core processor. The smartphone is fitted with a 13MP AI dual rear camera with f/1.8 large aperture, quad-LED flash, Slo-Mo video recording and document mode.

The all-new handset is backed by a 6,000mAh battery with 55 days of standby time and a power marathon feature, which further increases battery life by 25%. It also comes with an additional value-added e-warranty feature that shows the validity date of the device’s warranty, saving users from bothering about shuffling through documents.

Mi India pledges Rs 3 cr to procure over thousand oxygen concentrators for hospitals

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Handset maker Mi has pledged 3 crores to procure 1000-plus oxygen concentrators for hospitals across states, in the wake of the rising Oxygen requirement due to COVID-19 pandemic in the country. The company has also partnered with Give India to raise 1 crore for COVID warriors on mi.com.

“Given the rising medical oxygen requirements in the country during the second COVID-19 wave, we at Mi India, are pledging to donate over INR 3 crores to procure 1000+ oxygen concentrators,” said Manu Jain, MD, Mi India, in an open letter to Mi Fans.

These oxygen concentrators will be donated to hospitals and state governments where the need is the highest, for example Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka and few other states, he said.

This is over and above the INR 15 crores that we donated a few quarters ago to help our country fight COVID, Jain said in the letter dated April 22, 2021.

“Along with this initiative, we are also partnering with Give India to raise INR 1 cr available to support frontline COVID warriors across the country,” Jain added.

The donation page will be live on mi.com for all fans, partners and consumers to donate.

These are small steps that we are taking to support the urgent needs of the country’s healthcare system and the frontline workers who are toiling round the clock to combat the threat and impact of COVID-19, he said.

“On behalf of the entire Mi India family, I request each one of you to support one another and come together to overcome this challenge. Let’s continue to stay at home, maintain social distancing and take care of our loved ones, so that our medical community can take care of those in need. We will get through this, together,” Jain said in the letter.

Wireless Router is the gateway between your home and internet: Netgear Report 2021

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According to the recent Consumer Report-2021, Wireless Router is the gateway between your home and internet. A faster internet service can enable larger home to spread Wi-Fi throughout which not only allows user to access fast internet, but it further brings widely used streaming services to your devices—from a tablet to a big-screen TV.

It enables user to pay bills with a single click and keep a watchful eye on the property with a video doorbell. But for many people who have been living in the large homes or one with thick brick walls are going through a tough time because their routers cannot be as fast as they commit, and hence acts like a source of frustration.

Because of these challenges, the network providers have been working on the technology of mesh router, which could help user for better connectivity and enable them to access fast connected lifestyle.

And focusing on the above-said, The Consumer Report is out with the best scores from the testing for the Year -2021 after extensive testing. NETGEAR with its multiple products has made it to the exclusive list and here are the best mesh routers based on the CR’s latest testing featured products.

What is a mesh router?

A mesh router uses multiple devices—a base station (which plugs into the modem that connects your home to the internet) and additional satellite units (typically one or two) — that works together to spread Wi-Fi throughout your dwelling.

Although the technology of mesh router is quite advance and costly but in today’s time, user can get an affordable router as per the requirement. While the best mesh routers could cost around $500, today one can buy reliable models for half of that costing. In fact, 11 of the 19 options in the ratings now cost $250 or less.

Consumer Reports tests dozens of wireless routers to measure how well they perform across a range of criteria, including how fast they transmit data at a variety of distances and how easy they are to set up. Also, they incorporate privacy and security into our testing, noting, for example, whether the router allows you to set long, complex passwords and whether it automatically updates the onboard software, protecting you from online threats.

As per the Consumer Reports latest test, here is a list of best mesh routers available for big homes for better connectivity.

From the premium price relative to others in the category, the NETGEAR Orbi AX4200 (two-pack) is a good choice for consumers in larger homes with demanding needs to cater high-resolution video streaming or fast-paced online games. Automatic firmware updates which is good for security, five built-in Ethernet ports (for direct connections to, say, a game console or smart home hub), and simple mobile app-based setup make the model easy to recommend. You may also appreciate the subdued design: It doesn’t scream “router.”

The Orbi AX4200 supports Wi-Fi 6, the latest wireless standard that promises faster speeds and better support for the large number of connected devices that populate the average home.

The NETGEAR Nighthawk AX1800 is under affordable premium router and is a good choice for consumers with a lot of demanding devices vying for Wi-Fi. It offers app-based setup, support for Wi-Fi 6, automatic firmware updates (good for security), and four built-in Ethernet ports (though no USB ports).

This is the price for the three-pack, which features one main unit and two satellites. NETGEAR also sells a $200 two-pack with one base station and one satellite unit.

This TP-Link three-pack is a CR Best Buy, which means it not only scores well in our tests but also is quite affordable compared with other options in this category.

The model offers six Ethernet ports, too (though no USB ports). You have to manually update the firmware, though other routers now do this automatically. The firmware ensures that you always have the latest security improvements. The model also uses the older Wi-Fi 5 standard, which may not be ideal for early adopters who routinely buy the latest smartphone and gadgets, because those are increasingly designed to reap the benefits of Wi-Fi 6.

Eero offers various models, but this popular entry-level option makes the most sense for everyday consumers. Consumer Report team tested the second-generation version, but there’s a new Wi-Fi 6 model working its way through our labs.

The second-generation Eero provides strong speeds even at long distances; offers easy, app-based setup; and has a couple of built-in Ethernet ports (though no USB ports) for connecting nearby devices. On paper the more advanced Eero Pro model ($400) should perform even better (in part thanks to its support of a third frequency band), but that might not be worth the extra money for most consumers.

Acer Spin 7, India’s first 5G enabled laptop powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform, launched

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PC brand Acer has unveiled its first-ever 5G enabled convertible laptop Spin 7 in India that offers incredible performance and connectivity, supporting both mmWave and sub-6 GHz frequencies.

Powered by the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform, the laptop sports a 360-degree hinge that allows users to flexibly switch the screen to comfortably read or typing a document in clamshell mode or taking notes on the device’s touchscreen mode.

At just 1.4 kg light and 15.9 mm thin, the device features a stylish magnesium-aluminum alloy chassis for a sleek, professional look. The new Spin 7 delivers up to multi-day battery life without reaching for a power cord.

With Windows Hello, users can instantly access Windows 10 devices using fingerprint for added security and convenience. 

Sudhir Goel, Chief Business Officer, Acer India, said, “We are excited to launch our first-ever laptop on the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform in India, which enables excellent productivity and portability with multi-day battery life, blazing-fast 5G connectivity, and beyond. An Always On, Always Connected laptop specially designed to deliver a cutting-edge experience keeping up with the modern work-from-anywhere lifestyle, the Acer Spin 7 is a truly future-ready laptop.”

“Now more than ever, laptops have become the quintessential device for personal usage and remote working. At Qualcomm Technologies, we design innovative technologies that enable leading experiences on 5G connectivity. Our collaboration with Acer to engineer an always connected, 5G-enabled laptop with extreme battery life is a step towards achieving our vision of powerful, secured, and efficient PCs that push the industry forward for global PC users. We are proud that our powerful Snapdragon compute platforms enable 5G future-ready, high-performing laptops that offer great reliability and speed across a wide spectrum of personal and enterprise applications,” said Rajen Vagadia, VP and President, Qualcomm India.

Spending all day on the move requires a long battery-life, and a 56WH battery along with the leading efficiency of the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G, the Spin 7 is capable of lasting for up to 29-hours – powering your work and entertainment experiences for extended use.

The all-new Acer Spin 7 is available from Rs 1,34,999 on Acer exclusive store, Acer Online Store and other partner stores.

Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro TWS earphones with multi-mode, noise cancellation technology launched in India

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Anker-owned premium audio brand Soundcore has introduced the next-generation TWS in its popular Liberty true-wireless earbuds line up, the Liberty Air 2 Pro, featuring advanced active noise-cancellation (ANC), transparency and PureNote driver technology. Priced at Rs 9,999 along with 18 months warranty, the product will be available on Flipkart and very soon in top retail chains in India.

The Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro is designed to sound great, even with noise-canceling turned on. To do this, Soundcore engineers have developed PureNote driver technology, that utilizes 10 hardened nano layers to make up the 11mm driver in each earbud, offering accurate sound and clarity at all frequencies. The unique PureNote Driver Technology gets 45% boost to bass, and a 30% wider frequency bandwidth than ordinary drivers. Soundcore then worked to tune the earbuds, both with ANC turned on and off, to make sure that music always sounded like artists originally intended.

The Liberty Air 2 Pro with its multi-mode ANC for day to day life,  offers users the ability to change between three noise cancellation modes, including Transport mode, when needed to block out low frequency noises from airplanes, trains or city buses; Outdoor mode, which use a less powerful ANC setting but wider bandwidth to block out street noise, and finally Indoor mode, which primarily reduces mid-range frequencies to help block out voices that are commonly found in an office or at a café. 

Additionally, the Liberty Air 2 Pro also features Transparency mode with two different settings. Mode 1 is for total transparency which helps enhance all ambient sounds. This is ideal for runners and bicyclists that need to safely hear noises around them on a city street. The second transparency mode focuses on vocals to enhance voices in the immediate vicinity while simultaneously reducing background noise. This mode is ideal for users who may be waiting for a flight or a bus but still need to hear announcements from a P.A. speaker or flight attendant.

Using the updated Soundcore app, the Liberty Air 2 Pro, offers users HearID 2.0, the next generation in audio frequency customization. After performing a simple hearing test with the earbuds, the Liberty Air 2 Pro tunes the sound for the individual to ensure the best possible listening experience.

Gopal Jeyaraj – Country Head, Anker Innovation, said, “Nearly an Indian spends 19.1 hours per week listening to music. And an approx. 90%+ of them are streaming music on their handheld devices. Keeping this in mind, our Soundcore engineers have come up with Liberty Air 2 Pro to make listening comfortable to the ears. Liberty Air 2 Pro is one of the India’s first hybrid noise cancellation earphones which will enhance the joy of listening to music evenmore.”

The earbuds are stemmed l-shaped and feature in-canal design, that promises to offer the right and comfortable fit for longer hours of use. Ensuring the right fit, a Tip Fit test is also mapped on the Soundcore app.

The Liberty Air 2 Pro supports Anker’s fast Charging technology – 10 minutes charging earbuds = 2 hours of playtime. The TWS boasts an exceptionally long battery life of up to 26 hours without ANC and, 21 hour with ANC. Liberty Air 2 Pro comes with Voice-assistant compatibility – Siri at launch, and other popular voice-assistants in the future.

The Liberty Air 2 Pro is available in four colours, including Onyx Black, Titanium White, Sapphire Blue and Crystal Pink. Endorsed by 10 Grammy-winning artists, the TWS earbuds is the complete all-rounder that bridges the gap between budget friendly options and tech features.