OPPO announced three initiatives to co-build a new intelligent service ecosystem

Oppo, a leading global smart device brand and today it has commenced its 2019 OPPO Developer Conference (ODC) in Beijing under the theme of “Innovation and Intelligence” . In the conference, Oppo unveiled a range of new services with developers and partners. There were 3 initiatives announced at the conference; program “Gravity Plan 2.0”, the “Five System-level Capability Exposure Engines” and the “IoT Enablement Plan”.

Gravity Plan 2.0

The Gravity Plan was officially launched in 2018 at the Developer conference by Oppo. Since then, the plan has almost provided resources for more than 2,000 applications that resulted in 9.2 billion impressions and more than 180 million downloads.

For the Gravity plan 2.0 program OPPO will allocate RMB 1 billion in 2020.

At today’s Developer Conference event, Henry Duan, Vice President, Internet Services, OPPO, said that with the help of ColorOS, the “Gravity Plan 2.0” will build on 2018’s plan to provide sustained and all-round support to partners in the four major fields of applications, services, content and going global.

Five System-level Capability Exposure Engines

With the launch of Five System-level Capability Exposure Engines Oppo enables Multi-scenario Convergent Experiences. This program is launched to enable the developers to connect to OPPO’s system-level capability t provide smooth, quick and better user experience to the users.

The Five System-level Capability Exposure Engines includes:

  1. Hyper Boost
  2. Link Boost
  3. CameraUnit
  4. MediaUnit
  5. ARUnit capabilities

At today’s Developer Conference event, Andy Wu, Vice President, Software Engineering, OPPO, said that the launch of Five System-level Capability Exposure Engines program will help developers to leverage creativity, explore scenarios, maximize value and build a world of intelligent connectivity in which reality and the virtual realm integrate.

IoT Enablement Plan

At today’s event, Oppo announced that it will be launching the “IoT Enablement Plan. It is a capacity opening program that aims at opening OPPO’s HeyThings IoT protocol, HeyThings IoT service platform and audio connectivity protocol for IoT partners.

It is expected that newly-upgraded HeyThings IoT service platform will be deployed through OPPO’s open platform in Q1, 2020 whereas the first phase of the audio connectivity protocol is expected to be in service in June 2020.

As per Bobee Liu, Vice President, Intelligent Mobile Devices, Oppo, the brand will soon debut its first smartwatch, OPPO Watch, and a health platform, which will be positioned as a strategic device that OPPO will use to create a robust ecosystem with its partners.

However, Oppo plans to invest RMB 50 billion (USD 7 billion) into R&D spending in the next 3 years to develop core technologies in hardware, software and system in addition to 5G, AI, AR, big data and other frontier technologies.

Philips launches its Wireless Performance Range in India

Philips, a Multinational conglomerate company, has today announced the availability of its latest wireless Bluetooth Headphones: TAPN505, TAPH802, and TAPN402. The TAPN505 is a lightweight, flexible neckband that features Google Assistant and Active Noise Cancellation.  The Philips TAPH802 headphones sport 30 hours playtime for an enjoyable commute with balanced and detailed sound. On the other hand, the Philips TAPN402 earphones come with IPX4, vibration mode, and sleek design to match consumers’ comfort and convenience.

The one thing common in all these three headphones is that they come with Line-in port, which enables continuous wired listening even if the battery is drained.  All these headphones are ready to pair when the instant Bluetooth is switched on. However, once they are paired, they remember the last paired device to which they were paired with.

About Philips TAPN505

  1. The headphone supports Google Assistant. Users just have to press a single button on the neckband to activate the assistant. You can ask the Google Assistant to open your calendar, read notifications from your phone, call or send message to friends
  2. It comes with Active Noise Cancellation and 14 hours of play time.
  3. You can take a call and pause your playlist.

About Philips TAPH802

  1. It comes with 30 hours of play time and so users can keep listening to their favorite songs from Monday to Friday.
  2. It comes with Noise and echo cancellation and always get a clear and undisturbed connection.
  3. These headphones come with boast soft ear-cups that fold neatly in two configurations.
  4. It comes with two levels of fast charging Rapid Charge and Quick Charge give you an extra 2 or 6 hours play time.
  5. It comes with soft ear-cup cushions cover your whole ear, creating a seal that passively isolates external noise. The headband is light, easily adjustable, and smooth.

About Philips TAPN402

  1. It comes with an oval acoustic tube and three sizes of interchangeable rubber earbud covers create a perfect seal.
  2. The headphones come with an IPX4 rating, which means they are resistant to sustained wetting.
  3. It fits perfectly around your neck.

Price and Availability:

The Philips TAPN505, TAPH802 and TAPN402 headphones are priced for INR 11,990, INR 10,990 and INR 7,990 respectively. The products are available across leading online and offline channel partners in the country.

SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go USB Type‑C Pendrive for Mobile launched

SanDisk Ultra® Dual Drive Go USB Type-C™ Pendrive is a Pendrive for smartphones that is designed to empower premium consumers to create, manage, and preserve their digital content. It was introduced today by Western Digital Corporation and features a user-friendly swivel design. The Pendrive is available in various capacity options that include 32GB*, 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB, offering a flexible storage choice to consumers on the go.

About SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go USB Type-C Pendrive

  1. It is a 2-in-1 flash drive that allows the users to move files between USB Type-C smartphones, tablets, and Mac computers as well as USB Type-A computers.
  2. It is a high-performance USB 3.1 Gen 1 drive that offers a read speed of up to 150MB/s
  3. It comes pre-loaded with the SanDisk Memory Zone App. The application is a robust content management tool. The users only need to install that app on their smartphone, and the app will help them to organize content from different devices. The SanDisk Memory Zone™ is a powerful app; it helps in finding files across your device via Geo-tagging or timeline and can also free up space consumers’ phones by clearing up downloads from other apps.

Khalid Wani, Director Sales, Western Digital, said that at western digital, innovation is their DNA and consumer experience is imperative, and hence they are focused on creating products that are faster, more efficient, and easy to use and so the products delivered are an unmatched end-consumer experience. He added that the SanDisk Ultra® Dual Drive Go USB Type-C™ Pendrive for Mobile is a testament to this ideology, providing consumers with an accessible, fast, and on-the-go storage solution at an affordable cost.

Price and Availability:

The SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go USB Type-C™ Pendrive for Mobile is available at INR 1050 for 32GB, INR 5300 for 256GB capacity. It is available for purchase at selected retailers and e-commerce websites across India.

Airtel & Lionsgate strike strategic alliance for Lionsgate Play in India

Recently, Airtel, Lionsgate, and Starzplay have joined hands to bring premium content from Lionsgate Play to customers in India. Lionsgate is the global content leader, and Starzplay is the international premium subscription platform from Starz. This huge partnership will give Airtel customers access to Airtel Lionsgate feature film content, that will be available on Airtel Xstream app and web platforms.

Speaking of Airtel Xstream App, it has a list of over 10,000 movies and shows along with 400 TV channels.  The content will be available across genres like horror, comedy, drama, action, thriller,  and documentary. The content will be available in multiple languages, and thus, the partnership is expected to turn out to be a good value for the Indian cinephile architecture.

Lionsgate Play is a premium streaming service from Lionsgate and Starz. It offers curated Hollywood content, available in multiple languages for the Indian customer. The initial offering by Lionsgate plays includes the award-winning series like Hunger Games and Twilight Saga and box office hit movies like La La lad movie and Wonder movie. Moreover, the Airtel costumers can access to recent hits like American Assassin, Robin Hood, the Spy Who Dumped Me, A Simple Favor, Saban’s Power Rangers and they can also access old movies like Divergent, Now You See Me 2, Gods of Egypt, Letters To Juliet and Reservoir Dogs.

Here is what Adarsh Nair, the Chief Product Officer, Bharti Airtel said on the partnership:

Adarsh Nair said that he is happy to partner with Lionsgate to bring exciting content from their library to all the Airtel customers as part of the Airtel Thanks program. The mission is to make Airtel Xstream the most loved digital entertainment platform in India and enable best-in-class experience across a range of connected devices and applications. He also added that this partnership will be continued for the long term and the brand will willingly collaborate with many other top content producers from around the world as part of our mission.

Here is what Rohit Jain, Managing Director Lionsgate Play South Asia said on the partnership:

Rohit Jain said that the partnership with Airtel is an excellent opportunity for the Lionsgate Play to expand its premium offerings with the best-in-class partner, a vast feature film library, and a compelling user experience for our customers.  He added that this partnership is another significant step forward in bringing an exciting and unique content experience to our Indian audience.

pTron Bassbuds Lite TWS earbuds launched in India at Rs 899

pTron is a technology and lifestyle accessories brand that has announced the launch of new bass buds TWS series named pTron Bassbuds Lite. The pTron Bassbuds Lite is a true wireless Earbuds that features 10mm dynamic drivers with latest Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology. The latest Bluetooth ensures a seamless and stable connection even with low power consumption.

Specifications:

  1. The pTron Bassbuds Lite comes with a working time of 6 hours and supports 2-3 additional full charges with charging case
  2. The overall charging time taken by pTron Bassbuds Lite is around 1.5 hours
  3. Each earbud is backed up by a battery of 50mAh Li-Polymer battery
  4. The charging case comes with a battery of 400mAh
  5. It supports Bluetooth v5.0
  6. It is equipped with Hi-fi Stereo Sound
  7. It is equipped with Built-in Mic for the call and can operate with a single earbud too.
  8. It supports Binaural call function
  9. It features Voice assistance and call control
  10. It comes with an Ergo-fit design.

Features:

  1. It provides up to 6 hours of uninterrupted music time and 5 hours of talk time on a single full charge.
  2. The innovative acoustic design and cutting edge Hi-Fi stereo sound of Bassbuds Lite provide a clean, high-frequency response and distortion-free bass from different genres.
  3. The Bin-aural separation design of Bassbuds Lite allows both the right and left earbud to function free of each other providing a hassle-free sound experience.
  4. The Built-in microphone on each earbud allows hands-free calls with single or both earbud
  5. There is a multi-function button on the earbud that offers hands-free wireless calling, music/call control and activation of the Voice Assistant – Google Assistant on Android phones and Siri on iPhones, giving the user complete freedom of movement.
  6. The ergonomically shaped earbuds are perfect and comfortable for earbuds.

Price and Availability:

The pTron Bassbuds Lite comes in two classy colors White and Black and will be available for purchase on Amazon.in for a price of Rs. 899/-

Quick Heal announces strategic partnership with Big C Mobiles

Quick Heal Technologies Limited, the leading providers of IT security and data protection solutions with a strong footprint in India has recently announced its partnership with Big C Mobiles (South India’s most trusted mobile retail chain). The perks of the partnership is that it will enable Quick Heal to tap into Big C’s vast retail presence of over 225+ mobile stores in Andhra Pradesh & Telangana and will ensure the increase in the adoption of next-generation mobile security solutions in the region.

Speaking about Big C mobiles, it is the number one retail chain for smartphones and mobiles in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. This partnership allows the customers in the Andhra Pradesh and Telangana region to experience and access the Quick Heal Total Security for Android.

Quick Heal Total Security for Android is the most trusted and preferred brand in India and the experts at Big C Mobiles will work on educating customers about the various benefits that they can avail by securing their mobile devices with this next-generation mobile security solution.

Why is Mobile Security Important?

A study estimates that the Indian smartphone user base will rise up to 859 million and the country is also projected to record the fastest growth in digital payments transaction value, which will reach $135.2 billion by 2023.  No doubt that these developments are encouraging and good but these developments are also making Indian mobile users a profitable target. The smartphone users will be prone to cybercrimes.  As per the past records, the Quick Heal detected and stopped over 3.5 million malware threats targeted at mobile devices in 2018 in the form of Banking Trojans, Spyware, Fake Apps and Mobile Ransomware among others. And recently Quick Heal has flagged several malicious applications on popular app stores designed to steal sensitive user data.

Benefits of using Quick Heal Total Security for Android:

Quick Heal announces strategic partnership with Big C Mobiles

  1. Quick Heal researchers predict the mobile landscape to become more threat-prone in the coming years.
  2. With Quick Heal Total Security for Android, Quick Heal aims to deliver a range of cutting-edge solutions to protect smartphone users against current and emerging cyber threats.
  3. The Quick Heal solutions features robust security features like SafePe, and Anti-Theft technology. The safePe feature secures financial transactions on mobiles and the Anti-Theft technology prevents the device from being misused in case it gets lost or stolen.
  4. It also features Privacy Advisor, Browsing & Phishing Protection, Wi-Fi scan among others.

Words by Chief Executive Officer – Quick Heal Technologies :

Kailash Katkar, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer – Quick Heal Technologies, said that as smartphone is the key driver of digitization in the country, it has become all the more necessary for smartphone users to protect their devices with leading-edge mobile security solutions. He added that is cities of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana the adoption of mobile internet users is increasing at a rapid pace. And thus the strategic partnership with Quick Heal Technologies, the leading digital security solutions provider in India, only goes to reinforce the joint vision of enabling smartphone users to have a safe and secure digital experience.

Jabra Elite 75t wireless earbuds launched in India

Jabra, a leader in engineering communications and sound solutions always works in designing innovative products that empower both consumers and businesses. Today it has announced the launch of Jabra Elite 75t, the next generation true wireless earbuds. The earbuds are engineered to last longer and designed to fit better. The latest earbuds by Jabra enhance the true wireless experience with long battery life and a more secure and comfortable fit.

The Jabra Elite 75t holds a lower power platform and connectivity technology from sister company GN Hearing as well as miniaturization know-how built up from four generations of true wireless Elite products. The earbuds are designed to provide enhanced comfort through its optimal earbud shape and size. Elite 75t has been tested for secure fit so that the users can be sure about the earbuds they are using.  The earbuds will stay put, no matter what activity the user is performing.

Jabra Elite 75t Features:

  1. These earbuds fit ears comfortably across a range of users.
  2. The Elite 75t offers up to 28 hours of battery life with the charging case and 7.5 hours without.
  3. The earbuds are compact in size and continues to deliver the fundamentals that normally the consumes expect from Jabra. The earbuds are robust, durable, easy to use and best for calls and music experience.
  4. The earbuds feature a 4-microphone call technology, enhanced with Jabra’s latest noise and wind reducing algorithms.
  5. The earbuds come with a reliable true wireless connectivity with no audio dropouts
  6. Users can access to Amazon Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant via one-touch
  7. The Jabra Sound+ companion app is compatible with iOS and Android devices
  8. The earbuds support fast charging with USB-C

Price and Availability:

The Jabra Elite 75t is priced at INR15,999. It will be available from December 27, 2019 at Croma, Amazon, Flipkart and Jabra authorized resellers.

Realme X2 With Quad Rear Cameras & Snapdragon 730G Launched in India

Realme, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer has today announced the launch of Realme X2, a smartphone with quad rear cameras and Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G SoC. The launch of the smartphone was announced alongside the Realme Air Buds at an event in New Delhi.

Realme X2 was earlier launched in China in September. It features gaming-focused Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G SoC and a hawk Eye AI quad rear camera setup that includes a 64-megapixel Samsung GW1 primary sensor.

Features/Specifications:

Realme X2 With Quad Rear Cameras & Snapdragon 730G Launched

  1. Realme X2 runs on Android 9 Pie with ColorOS 6.1 and comes with a super AMOLED display of 6.4-inch.
  2. The screen is protected by a Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection and supports features such as DC-like dimming and night mode for eye care.
  3. The smartphone feature in-display fingerprint sensor
  4. The smartphone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 SoC, paired with Adreno 618 GPU and up to 8GB of RAM.
  5. The smartphone sports the quad rear camera setup that includes the 64-megapixel primary sensor, an 8-megapixel secondary sensor, a 2-megapixel macro shooter and a 2-megapixel depth sensor,
  6. The smartphone features a 32-megapixel selfie camera.
  7. The rear camera features Super Nightscape, Panorama, HDR Super Wide-angle, and Super Macro Mode among others.
  8. The smartphone supports connectivity options like 4G VoLTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS/ A-GPS, NFC, USB Type-C, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
  9. The smartphone sports onboard sensors like accelerometer, ambient light, gyroscope, magnetometer, and a proximity sensor.
  10. The Realme X2 is backed up by a 4,000mAh battery that supports 30W VOOC 4.0 Flash Charge technology.

Price and Availability:

The Realme X2 comes in two options 4GB RAM + 64GB , and 6GB RAM + 128GB  storage variants. The 4GB RAM + 64GB  is priced for Rs. 16,999 and the 6GB and 128GB is priced for Rs. 18,999. however, the top of the line, 8GB RAM + 128GB storage option comes with a price tag of Rs. 19,999. The smartphone comes in Pearl Blue, Pearl Green, and Pearl White color options. The smartphone will go on sale starting Friday, December 20 through Flipkart and Realme India online store.

Launch Offers:

Realme X2 include a flat Rs. 1,500 discount on ICICI Bank credit card, MobiKwik benefits up to Rs. 1,500, no-cost EMIs up to 6 months, and Jio benefits up to Rs. 11,500.

Realme Buds Air Truly Wireless Earbuds Launched in India

Realme, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer has today announced the launch of Realme Buds Air, the first truly wireless earbuds by Realme. The launch of earbuds was announced alongside the Realme X2 at an event in New Delhi.

The Realme Buds Air’s design reminds the design of the Apple AirPods and the Realme buds are claimed to provide a total of 17 hours of music playing on a single charge.

Features of Realme Buds Air:

  1. It comes with a 12mm bass boost driver, multi-layer composite diaphragm, and environment noise cancellation support for calling.
  2. The earbuds support dual-channel transmission and the company has added a dedicated gaming mode with low-latency.
  3. The earbuds support wireless charging and the USB type C port, in case users need to charge using the cable.
  4. Buds Air will be able to offer 17 hours of music playback that includes the extra backup provided by the charging case.
  5. The charging case supports an extra charge that will last 3 hours of music playback. The charging case is also equipped with Qi wireless charging so it can be used with any Qi-compatible chargers.
  6. The Realme Earbuds comes with auto-connection support, in-ear detection, two microphones, Google Assistant integration, and touch controls.
  7. The earbuds feature Bluetooth 5.0.

The Realme Buds Air is designed perfectly that takes care of beauty, weight, and comfort of the headset.

Price and Availability:

The Realme Buds Air is priced for Rs. 3,999 and will go on sale on December 23. The earbuds are available in Yellow, Black, and White color variants. It will be available for purchase via Flipkart and Realme.com.

Version Colors Price (INR) First Sale Offers
realme Buds Air Yellow, white, black INR 3,999/- Hate -to-wait sale  on December 17th from 2pm onwards, on www.realme.com and Flipkart

First Sale – December 23rd, 12 noon onwards, on realme.com, Flipkart

 

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TECHNOLOGY – NEED OF OUR ERA

This contemporary world is now far different than the times our ancestors spent. We are living in the times of technology. This era seems to be impossible without all the ease we have got. Just consider a general observation of your surroundings; it is having a big number of gadgets serving us the whole day. We can surely move ahead from here but there is no way back. Communication through the gadgets containing various technologies is the main feature that has grown the rest of the businesses and technology enhancement.

What does IT mean?

The scientific practices that have helped the human to use the systems, for instance, the computers or telecommunications comes under the heading of information technology. The knowledge of information technology is used for several tasks related to business works. Offices have initiated to store, retrieve, transmit and manipulate their respective data in systems. This data is easily accessible to the people allowed to see it. The computer itself is a set of technologies.

How it helps a country to develop?

Technology has brought a lot of business to the countries which are able to manage the resources in the right way by upgrading the latest forms of technology. Not merely in offices or computer systems but in all types of gadgets or defensive items available in the market. The success and failure of being a developed country now lies in holding as much of the technology as possible. Hence, this era is sustaining because of such useful communicating tools. Today the businesses are able to trade with other businesses in other countries, staying in their own country. Leaders and the general public is not traveling through camels to reach after months or even more, the advancement of an airplane is common. It is, therefore, a fact to understand here that the countries need to improve and upgrade themselves to survive. The government in this regard plays a vital role. However, the regulatory authorities can manage to get updated proposals in their particular segments. Currently, Iraq is attempting to upgrade itself out of all the damages it has been facing in the last few years. It needs to improve the Infrastructure, government reliability, local markets to attract foreign investment and last but not least technology.  Iraq’s regulatory authorities for telecommunications, mobile phones, and computers/ television etcetera; all need to design proposals to enhance the current conditions of the state. One has to accept that “technology brings prosperity” in the present scenario.

Conclusion

The impacts of technology on our lives are prominent. This is the most advanced century which is blessed with a number of useful devices. Like every other example about advantages and disadvantages, technology is relatively the same. It has made humans very lazy but has added communication with those living too far. Many manufacturing companies came into existence once the technology got the rise. Countries are not manufacturing the devices and inventing the latest models. A race for technology can be observed among the countries.

Lenovo and Intel shine spotlight on Asia Pacific’s up-and-coming gaming stars

Lenovo is one of the world’s leading smart device manufacturer and today it witnessed the grand finale of its Legion Of Champions IV  in Bangkok. Legion Of Champions IV  is the fourth series of Lenovo’s flagship gaming competition. This competition was held in partnership with Intel. Legion Of Champions IV gaming competition, gamers from 12 markets in Asia Pacific, including teams from Australia and New Zealand participated for the first time.  Moreover earlier this year,  Lenovo has also launched its inaugural all-female championship in partnership with Intel – Legion of Valkyries (LoV). LoV was all about female gamers and is designed to empower and celebrate women in esports.

Here is the names of the victorious teams for the Legion of Champions IV competition (LoC) :

  1. LoC IV Champions: Team Aerowolf Pro Team
  2. First runner-up: Team TokioStriker
  3. Second runner-up: Team M1 Esports

The Game played was PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds

Here is the names of the victorious teams for the Legion of Valkyries competition (LoV) :

  • LoV Champions: Team Illuminate
  • First runner-up: Team GE.RAYNE (India)
  • Second runner-up: Team Mako Fe

The Game played was Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

“Aerowolf Pro Team deserves their glory and have proved themselves worthy champions. Gaming is undergoing an unprecedented evolution with new technologies and more attention centered on the rise of e-gaming. As such, we want to do everything we can to support that continued growth and walk alongside these gamers. We recognize that both casual and serious gamers, united by their passion for gaming, are growing as a community,” said Ivan Cheung, Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, Regional General Manager, Lenovo Central Asia Pacific. “Indonesia has a progressive esports industry and we are thrilled to be part of the dynamic gaming landscape here.”

Ken Wong, President, PCs and Smart Devices, Lenovo Asia Pacific said that today gaming has become an exciting part of daily life for players from all age groups and from all backgrounds. He added that gaming is an important channel for entertainment for both players, spectators, and fans. This is the only reason why Lenovo partnered with Intel on the fourth Legion of Champions tournament.

George Chacko, Director of Global Account for Lenovo, Intel Asia Pacific congratulates the winners and all the participants of the Lenovo Legion of Champions for creating this amazing experience. He also added that Intel will continue the partnership with Lenovo to help grow and elevate esports in the region by providing end-to-end pro gaming solutions, powered by the latest Intel technologies

The LoC Champions, Team Aerowolf pro won the figurative chicken dinner and walked home with USD4,000 in cash as well as USD6,000 worth of Legion Y540 laptops. The first and second runner up of the LoC IV competition took home USD3,000 and USD2,000, respectively.

One of the team members from Aerowolf Team, Rido Dwiki Sena said that the competition was an amazing experience and this tournament served as a great platform for him to meet gamers from different markets and share a new experience. He added that he learned new tricks to prepare for the competition. In the end, he showed his gratitude towards Lenovo and gave a final shout out to all the opponents in the final round, it was intense, but it made the challenge even more worthwhile.

All the fans and spectators out there who missed this amazing gaming experience can watch the final showdown between teams- teams Aerowolf Pro Team and TokioStriker via this link – https://www.twitch.tv/videos/521724173

Philips SHB2505, SHB2515 true wireless earphones launched in India

Philips, a diversified technology that focuses on improving people’s lives through innovative products.

Today, Philips Audio announced the availability of its wireless in-ear headphones with the latest 5.0 technology. The headphones are launched in the market in two variants- models SHB2515 & SHB2505. These wireless headphones come with a rock-solid connectivity along with an extra-long battery life. The SHB2515 offers 100 hours of playtime while SHB2505 offers 20 hours playtime.

Features/Specifications:

  1. The headphones are compact, lightweight and sleek in design.
  2. The headphones comes with a 6mm speaker drivers that tend to deliver quality sound with passive noise isolation for better sound at lower volume.
  3. The headphones turn on automatically when out of the charging case and finds the Bluetooth device.
  4. The headphones’ wingtips provide a little extra push for a better, more secure fit that never falls out. This makes the headphones stay secure even during your gym/play session.
  5. The headphones feature a multi-function button that provides easy control on music and calls and a double press wakes the phone’s voice assistant.
  6. The headphones come with Neodymium speaker drivers.

The headphones come with a passive noise isolation. The earphones fit perfectly into the ear and stops unwanted background noise detracting from the pure pleasure of your favorite music.

  1. SHB2515 comes with a charging case that serves as a backup power bank for your mobile phone with 3350mah capacity.

Mr. Arun Menon, Country Business Head, Philips Branded Television and Audio, TPV Technology India Pvt. Ltd. Said that its been a while that smartphones have become the key source of entertainment and that’s why a good headphone is needed. Philips provide headphones with longer hours of playtime, smart pairing, and passive noise isolation, we believe this product is the perfect fit for millennials on the go.

Price and Availability:

The SHB2515 & SHB2505  headphones are priced for INR 8,999 & INR 7,999 respectively. The headphones will be available from December 2019. The headphones will be available on all leading online and offline channels in the country.

OPPO ColorOS 7 Takes Gaming to the Next Level with Software Optimization and Effortless Features

Oppo being the global smartphone brand, is always focused on bringing an outstanding mobile gaming experience to all its users across the world. Oppo caters the need of gamers from both hardware and software aspects. Now with ColorOS 7, Oppo offers smooth and effortless gameplay with a combination of smart system layers, including a set of tech solutions covering touch and frame optimization, as well as Game Space and Game Assistant features. India is ranked fifth among the world’s top mobile gaming markets, with over 220 million gamers spending an average of 42 minutes per day on mobile games.  So it is more important to enhance the gaming experience for gamers.

Martin Liu, Senior Strategy Manager of OPPO ColorOS, said that as mobile gaming is an important part of the market, the OPPO’s Hyderabad based R&D team is committed to further adapting ColorOS 7. The focus will be on audiovisual and gaming features designed specifically for the growing mobile gaming fan base. He also added that the live streaming event that happened today was all about the supreme gaming optimization embedded in ColorOS. The features include different modes that make gaming remarkably effortless.

About ColorOS:

ColorOS 7 launched in oppo phones

 

  1. ColorOS solves problems like unresponsiveness, lagging and dropped frame rate.
  2. ColorOS 7 allows users to play games smoothly even in the most demanding of loading scenarios such as team battles or driving cars
  3. Oppo enhances the touch performance on ColorOS7, by working on CPU scheduling & pre-rendering, IC (Integrated Circuit) recognition, framework modification and more. It results in the frequency of touch scan while the touch response remains fast despite its low power consumption.
  4. ColorOS 7 offers intuitive features for your effortless gaming. It provides the support of the Game Assistant, you can respond to messages more easily without exiting your game, and you can also block messages and notifications to keep yourself 100% focus
  5. Users can now take screenshots and screen recordings of your most glorious gaming moments, and then share them with your friends with just a single tap

ColorOS 7 allows users to tackle multitasks by switching to different modes – here you can also view the battery status, network condition, and choose network modes.

Today, Oppo organized an online Livestream campaign that featured an American gaming influencer competing in a popular multi-player battle game while using many of the latest features including multi-tasking, no-disturb mode, and screen recording, showcasing the smooth and effortless gaming experience that ColorOS is already bringing to millions of users across the world.

Pros and Cons of Remote Monitoring Systems in Healthcare

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Visiting the doctor is not everyone’s favorite thing to do. Research suggests that a lot of ailments could have been prevented if only the patient was able to go to the clinic at least a few days sooner. This is the reason why remote monitoring systems are starting to gain ground in the healthcare industry. Tech-savvy specialists in hospitals are trying their best to implement the latest remote monitoring systems for the patients but this is not in any way an isolated development. The technological revolution has long begun when it comes to remote monitoring systems for healthcare. Wearable devices such as those that track vital information like heart-rate and sugar levels are now available to the consumer market. Even simpler everyday tasks like fitness monitoring through calorie intake and burned monitors have become quite prevalent. This is why it is no surprise that remote monitoring systems are being implemented for more complex issues like chronic diseases.

Studies have confirmed the rise of patient cases wherein there is a need for constant monitoring. The reason for this can come from several reasons. Though there is a hefty price to pay to have a remote monitoring system installed on a patient or the patient’s house, it is still significantly less than to stay in a hospital bed for the entirety of a treatment. While some people can afford to have an in-house nurse, this is certainly not the case for the majority of the population.

The question still remains, however, are humans now more trusting of machines to govern their own health of all things. The mindset of the general populace is not yet completely made up for this. It is not until only a few years ago when people would shun laser eye surgeries due to the fear of the accuracy and precision of mindless devices. But now, people have come to a realization of how much better it is to let a computer-controlled machine handle the bulk of surgical operations. The aim of remote monitoring system in healthcare are several folds. It aims to increase the number of patients covered by medical guidance without actual interaction with nurses or doctors. And, it also aims to reduce the cost of having one’s health constantly monitored.

In this article, we are going to look at the benefits and possible downfalls of the remote monitoring system in healthcare.

Pro: Real-Time Data from Remote Monitoring Systems

The most obvious benefit of having a remote monitoring system is the ability to perform tests remotely without human intervention. Through the power of mobile technology, test results can be sent from the patient’s device to the hospitable database in real-time. This means that the attending physician can react faster without having to schedule a doctor’s appointment and without waiting for the patient to come to the hospital by his or her own free will.

This benefit is more felt with patients that have to deal with long term issues. Normally, people diagnosed with conditions requiring constant attention will have to go visit the hospital as often as needed. This is a tedious process and most of the time would interfere with the personal life of the patient. Having a remote monitoring system would change this dynamic and allow the patient more freedom to execute his or her daily life.

Communication of patients with their doctors, apart from devices that can constantly monitor vitals, is an important aspect in remote monitoring systems for healthcare. It is necessary to have a quick and easy channel between the two to make sure that events that need action will be relayed as soon as possible. This could include doctor initiated communication such as warning them of a possible experience they may endure during a spike in their vitals or it could be patient-initiated such as in cases where the patient wishes to notify the doctor of a symptom they are experiencing.

Con: Remote Monitoring Systems is Not Yet Accessible to Everyone

While communication systems are constantly improving, there are still a few blind spots even in the most technologically advanced countries. Rural areas, in particular, may have trouble having the kind of connectivity required for a real-time remote monitoring system. Given that the patient’s health is on the line, nothing short of the best network speed and reliability is necessary.

Another aspect that disallows accessibility to remote monitoring systems for healthcare is the technology gap that often presents itself to elderly people. Today’s generation is able to handle smartphones and other similar devices on a daily basis. This is not true for older people however and thus remote monitoring system for healthcare may pose a challenge in implementing when it comes to the technologically challenged.

Pro: Remote Monitoring Systems for Health Improves the Patient’s Lifestyle

One of the things that a patient with a chronic medical condition has to deal with is needing to visit his or her doctor on a regular basis. Some are lucky enough to only need to see the doctor every other month, or every month, but some have to go to the clinic every week, or even every day. Chronically ill patients will have to spend some time away from their family, friends, and career to manage their sickness. Having a remote monitoring system can reduce this problem by limiting the time that a patient has to go to the clinic instead of simply living his or her life.

Con: Remote Monitoring Systems are Still Met With Skepticism

A positive attitude can do wonders to a recovering patient. In building the proper mindset a lot of things have to come together and one of them is gaining the trust of the system that the medical system that the patient is surrounded with. This will, of course, include the doctors, nurses, and staff that takes care of the patient. When implementing a remote monitoring system, you lose this personal touch and are left with a technology that may still not have the complete confidence of the general population.

5 Women Outperforming Men in Their Field

Today, more women than ever are enjoying poker in person and online, and many female players are professionals who earn millions. Online poker makes practicing easy, and it lets novices avoid high stakes casinos. Most female players say their success comes from spending plenty of time learning about the game before sitting at a table in person. Here are some of the women who are overtaking the poker world.

1. Annette Obrestad

Annette Obrestad became the youngest player to win a World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet in 2007, before her 19th birthday. She’s Norwegian, and she’s been playing since she was 15. She used nothing but her online winnings to fund her career, and she has earned over $4 million so far.

2. Vanessa Selbst

Vanessa Selbst is the highest-earning woman in poker, a Yale graduate, and a Fulbright scholar. She has three World Series of Poker bracelets, and she has earned more than $11 million employing poker strategy to outsmart her opponents at the poker table. In 2010, she founded Venture Justice, a charity that uses her poker winnings to help young entrepreneurs start new nonprofits.

3. Vanessa Rousso

Vanessa Rousso has been a famous player for over a decade, and she’s earned more than $3.5 million so far by playing live poker. Vanessa has made over $1 million online as well. She used her poker fame to become a spokeswoman for GoDaddy and a contestant on Big Brother in 2015.

4. Liv Boeree

Liv Boeree is a TV presenter and model from Manchester, England, who has a degree in astrophysics. She became well-known when she appeared on a reality show in 2005. After learning more about poker, she attended the World Series of Poker in 2006 in Las Vegas. In 2008, she won the Ladbrokes European Ladies Championships. Then, in 2010, won the European Poker Tour in San Remo, Italy, for $1,650,000. Few women had ever won a pot that size, and the victory launched her name into the headlines of mainstream and poker media.

Liv has won more than $3 million in live games, and she enjoys traveling the world. She spends a few months playing in Las Vegas every year. She says that there’s a lot of camaraderie among her fellow players, and everyone loves to have fun. However, the play is still cutthroat and exciting.

5. Maria Ho

Maria Ho was born in Taiwan, and she grew up in the United States. She’s won more than $2.5 million, and she’s had cashouts in 55 WSOPs and 14 World Poker Tour events. She also finished as the Last Woman Standing in the WSOP’s main event in 2007, 2011, and 2014. She was nominated for the Bluff Reader’s Choice Favorite Female Player award three times.

Maria also competed in The Amazing Race reality show. She’s a TV host and commentator for many poker shows, including NBC Sports’ Super High Roller Bowl, CBS Sports’ The Final Table, and seasons nine and 10 of the Heartland Poker Tour. This skilled player was inducted into the Women in Poker Hall of Fame in 2018, the first year she was nominated.

Soon, there will be many more women cashing in through online and live poker.

Philips 3.1 and 2.1 Channel Soundbars with Wireless Subwoofer launched

Philips, a Dutch multinational conglomerate corporation that aims to provide the best in class, seamless and a unique audio experience, has today announced the availability of two new soundbars HTL3320 & HTL3310 with Dolby Digital for ultimate movie experience.

Mr. Arun Menon, Country Business Head, Philips Branded Television and Audio, TPV Technology India Pvt. Ltd. Said that Philips is always working hard to provide the best audio range of devices. Philips has a broad spectrum of offerings and focuses on creating personalized user experiences through innovative and stylish products such as the soundbars. The  HTL3320 and HTL3310 soundbars are wireless sub-woofer significantly enhancing the bass, the soundbar delivers a beautifully balanced sound along with crystal clear dialogue.

The soundbar HTL3320 comes with 3.1 CH & 300W output while the soundbar HTL3310 comes with 2.1CH & 160 W output.  Both of these soundbar deliver high-quality audio experience and are equipped with twin tweeters and virtual surround sound technology. Speaking about the performance, the speakers provide an optimum high-fidelity performance by producing rich and immersive surround sound.

Features/Specifications:

  1. Philips soundbars are stylish in design. They are compact and boost the audio performance when connected with television, DVD players, gaming consoles and MP3 players.
  2. The soundbars come with virtual surround sound that produces rich and immersive sound from less than five-speaker system.
  3. The “Audio In” feature allows the users to easily play their music directly from their iPod/iPhone/iPad, MP3 player, or laptop via a simple connection to their home cinema. The only thing that the users need to do is to connect their audio device to the “Audio in” jack to enjoy their choice of music with the superior sound quality of the Philips home cinema system.
  4. The EasyLink feature allows the users to control multiple devices like DVD players, Blu-ray players, soundbar speaker, Home theater and TV’s, etc. with one remote.
  5. It features Dolby Digital, the world’s leading digital multi-channel audio standards.

Price and Availability:

The price of HTL3320 is Rs. 20, 990 and the price of HTL3310 is Rs. 18, 990.  These soundbars by Philips will be available across leading online and offline partners from December 2019.

Xiaomi India continues to be the number 1 Smart TV brand in Q3 2019

Xiaomi Corporation is a Chinese electronics company that has today announced its success of still being the market leader in the smart TV segment in Q3 2019.  As per the information provided by Xiaomi, with a market share of 33%,  MiTV has now maintained market leadership for six consecutive quarters. Talking about the Quarter-on-Quarter growth or year-on-year-growth, MiTV has recorded a sequential growth of 46% and a yearly growth of 69%.

As per the IDC’s recent data:

  1. MiTV’s market share is 19% greater market share than Samsung India
  2. MiTV’s market share is 20% greater market share than LG
  3. MiTV’s market share is 20% greater market share than Sony
  4. MiTV’s market share is 24% greater market share than TCL

Raghu Reddy, Head – Categories and Online Sales, Xiaomi India said that with the content-first approach the company focuses on consistent experience across their entire MiTV lineup by making sure that all their TVs are up to date and upgraded with the same Patch Wall experience.  He also added that all Mi TVs are customized for the Indian consumer with features like Data Saver, Vivid Picture Engine, linear TV integration and more

S.No Smartphone Vendor Market Share
1 Xiaomi 33%
2 Samsung 14%
3 LG 13%
4 Sony 10%
5 TCL 9%

 

Reddy also mentioned the fact that along with bringing high-quality smart TVs, the brand continues to focus on manufacturing in India. He said that the offline expansion and availability of Xiaomi products directly from the store has also played a big role in sustaining the company’s leadership in the market. MiTVs are available across 70+ Mi Homes, 20+ Mi Studios, 2500+ Mi Stores and several Mi Preferred Partner outlets.  Also, more than 85% of MiTVs sold in India are made in India with a focus on bringing more component assembly to the country.

Xiaomi is thankful to all their Mi Fans who have been a constant support in the MiTV  journey and helped the company to grow each day.

Syska launches Smart Tube light under its smart home category

Syska, a brand that is empowered by a strong vision and drive is involved in producing useful products under various segments such as LED, Personal Care Appliances, Mobile Accessories, and Home Appliances. However, Syska is the pioneer in LED lighting with the best innovations in technology and it has recently introduced Syska Smart Tube Light.

About Syska Smart Tube Light:

 It comes in two variants-

  1. single-channel (6500K)
  2. 3-in-1 (3000K-4000K-6500K)

The Syska Smart Tube Light comes with a slim design which enhances the overall look of the tube light. It is equipped with 1600-2000 lumens that provides bright light.

Features/Specifications:

  1. The Syska smart tube light features a slim design. You can install the smart tube light in your living room, bedrooms or any other section of your home The slim design helps in enhancing the overall look of the LED light.
  2. You can easily operate the Syska Smart tube light through Wi-Fi from anywhere in the world. The Syska tube Light is compatible with Syska Smart Home application. The only thing that you need to be concerned about is that the LED Light should be mounted within the range of your Wi-Fi router.
  3. Syska Smart LED tube Light is easy to install as all the parts of the light like- aluminum housing, LED cover, end caps, etc. fit together.
  4. The Syska Smart LED tube Light supports voice control that allows you to communicate with the Smart LED light installed in your house. This feature saves the user’s time and effort.
  5. You can use the Syska Smart Home App to adjust brightness as per your mood with the dimmable and brightness control.

Price and Availability:

 The Syska Smart Led Tube Light is priced for Rs. 1,999 for the single-channel and Rs. 2,199 for 3-in-1 variant. It is available at leading e-commerce stores for purchase.

Airtel launches ‘Airtel Wi-Fi Calling’ – India’s first Voice over Wi-Fi service

Airtel is India’s largest integrated telecommunication company, and now it is the first industry to launch its voice over Wi-Fi service –‘Airtel Wi-Fi Calling’. However, this service is currently available to the Airtel customers in Delhi NCR.

Today, Airtel has launched ‘Airtel Wi-Fi calling,’ a service designed to enhance voice calling experience for the smartphone users of Airtel.  The service is designed basically when the customers are indoors. The Airtel Wi-Fi calling provides an excellent signal quality indoors for the customers with Wi-Fi at home or office.  Speaking about the charges comes with a twist. Customers who will use Airtel Wi-Fi calling service won’t be charged for calls, and the application operates on minimal data. As per the information available, the latest service by Airtel is currently compatible with Airtel Xstream Fiber home broadband and will soon be compatible with all broadband services and Wi-Fi hotspots.

Does Airtel Wi-Fi calling service requires any app in order to function?

No. The Service does not require any app. It can easily be configured on the smartphones by just following the below-mentioned steps:

  1. The first thing that the user needs to do is to check their smartphone compatibility on – airtel.in/wifi-calling
  2. For the next step, the users need to upgrade their device operating software to the latest version that supports Wi-Fi Calling
  3. Now, go to Settings on your smartphone and switch ON Wi-Fi Calling
  4. At last, remember to switch on the VoLTE for a seamless experience.

Here is the list of smartphones that support ‘Airtel Wi-Fi Calling’

  • Apple: All iPhone series starting 6s and above
  • Xiaomi: Redmi K20, Redmi K20 Pro & POCO F1
  • Samsung: J6, A10s, On6, M30s
  • OnePlus: All models of OnePlus 7 Series

The Airtel customers with other smartphone brands need not to worry as Airtel is working with all the leading smartphone brands to roll out compatibility with ‘Airtel Wi-Fi Calling.’

Randeep Sekhon, Chief Technology Officer, Bharti Airtel, said that Airtel is a customer-obsessed brand, and thus, it always focuses on the ways that can enhance the customer’s experience. About the latest service by Airtel, he said that- ‘Airtel Wi-Fi Calling’ is another pioneering technology intervention from Airtel and will go a long way in making the voice calling experience more seamless and useful for the customers.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 Mirrorless Camera With Retro Design Launched in India

Speaking about the trends and necessities then DSLR and mirrorless cameras are considered to be the most universal. However, the choice of the camera depends on the purpose for which the photographer wants to use it. Today, Fujifilm, a Japanese multinational photography and imaging company headquartered in Tokyo has launched ‘X-Pro3’. X-pro 3 is a lightweight mirrorless digital camera. As per the brand, the camera is made up of strong titanium to achieve advanced portability and durability. The camera offers premium image quality and is easy to use. The launch of X-Pro3 enables young and enthusiastic photographers to explore limitless possibilities in the photography world.

Speaking about the launch, Mr. Haruto Iwata, Managing Director, Fujifilm India Pvt Ltd. said, “As a means of visual communication and expression, photography has gained a lot of traction among users. We at Fujifilm have been consistently working towards innovating the imaging culture across countries. With an intent to further grow the photography industry in India, we always strive to introduce technology that reinforces our capabilities, while allowing our consumers to effortlessly click and share. With the launch of X-Pro3, we aim to enable photography enthusiasts to explore limitless possibilities in the photography world.”

Elaborating about the product, Arun Babu, General Manager Electronic Imaging and Optical Device, Fujifilm India Pvt Ltd, said, “As one of the leading imaging brands in the country, it is our constant endeavour to nurture the emerging photography culture in the country. The newest addition to the X-series line-up of compact and lightweight camera, X-Pro3 offers a premium quality design with beautiful tone and texture of the images produced. With the launch of X-Pro3, we aim to never stop innovating and refine the definition of pure photography with its hybrid viewfinder and document the world we live in today.

Specifications and Features of X-Pro3

  1. It is equipped with 21MP “X-Trans” CMOS 4” sensor and “X-Processor 4” image processing engine that ensures the right level of performance and image quality to the user.
  2. It comes with an “Advanced Hybrid Viewfinder”,  the world’s solely finder which is capable of switching between optical finder (OVF) and electronic finder (EVF).
  3. It features Fujifilm’s unique Film Simulation function with the new “CLASSIC Neg” mode. This mode simulates color negative film traditionally chosen for snapshots of day-to-day scenes. The mode allows users to enjoy high-quality photo with versatile tonal variations.

Price:

The X-Pro3 camera by Fujifilm is priced for Rs. 1,55,999 in India. The camera will be available in three colors and the X-Pro3 Black in color will be available for sale today towards and the other two colors from January 2020.

Model Color MRP Availability
X-Pro3 (Body) Black 1,55,999/- Available
*Duratect Black 1,73,999/- Available in January 2020
*Duratect Silver 1,73,999/- Available in January 2020

Anker announces Dashcam C2 Pro with built in Wi-Fi and GPS at Rs 15,490

Roav is the collection of interconnected automobile accessories designed to enhance everyday driving. It is created by the pioneering minds behind the Anker brand. Roav is all about the innovative smart gadgets which are designed to make your drive simple, safe, and enjoyable. Roav has everything that you need, be it, Advanced Driver Assistance System devices or dashcams, and backup cams. But now Roav by Anker has announced the launch of ‘Dashcam C2 Pro’, the most awaited predecessor.

Dashcam C2 Pro

It is an advanced version of Dashcam and can be easily installed inside the car with the help of suction mount. The Camera is equipped with the cutting-edge Sony Starvis sensor and NightHawk technology that supports the Night Vision and provides incredible night time definition.

Roav By Anker Launched Dashcam C2 Pro

Speaking about the camera quality, the camera captures the rich, and the clear Video Capture with every drive is in remarkably crisp 1080p high definition. The camera is equipped with Ambarella A12 chipset, five lens elements, and Wide Dynamic Range image balancing. The camera comes with Wide-Angle View aided by an f/1.9 wide-angle aperture lens that is capable of capturing four lanes of traffic at once that further allows the driver to see the whole road and not just the Car. The best feature of the Dashcam C2 Pro is that it can record speeding license plates up to 30 feet away, even in low-light conditions.

The Dashcam is easy to use and install, a perfect DIY to get the driver started with every journey.

Features/Specifications:

  1. The Dashcam C2 Pro is engineered with the Cutting-edge Sensor and features superior Imaging technology.
  2. It comes with a built-in GPS that allows the device to automatically track and index the route and speed of every journey.
  3. It is equipped with G-Sensor (Gravity sensor), the Car is Shock Activated, that automatically records incidents even when you are not in the Car.
  4. The DashcamC2 Pro is fully equipped and packaged with a 32GB Micro SD Card, that allows ample recording and storage.
  5. It is designed for every climate and is made up of a steel frame to disperse heat away from sensitive internal circuits for extreme-temperature performance

You can manage all of this and much more, via the Roav Application. You can download the app and quickly manage the videos. You can view, and you can even share the videos on social media platforms such as; Facebook and Instagram.

Price and Availability:

The Dashcam C2 Pro is priced for Rs. 15,490 and is available on Amazon.in