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Mehul Reuben DasApr 20, 2023 16:23:20 ISTGigabyte has added new laptop models to its Aorus, Aero, and G5 gaming hardware portfolios. These high-end laptops have Intel 13th Generation Intel Core CPUs and the newest Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 laptop GPU. The Aorus 17 BSF, Aorus 15 BKF, Aorus 15 9SF, Aorus 15 9KF, Aorus 15 9MF, Aero 14 OLED BMF, Aero 14 OLED 9MF, G5 KF, and G5 MF are among the new models.  Gigabyte’s Windforce cooling technology is used in all of the laptops, ensuring effective and silent cooling while also…

Ameya DalviApr 18, 2023 18:42:04 ISTPros:– Punchy sound output– 6-band equaliser to tweak the sound further– Comfortable in-ear fit, good passive noise isolation– IP55 dust and fluid resistance– Impressive battery backup, fast charging– Good call quality Cons:– Average ANC– No wear detection sensors or volume control on the earbuds– Bulky charging case, though it looks better than before Price: Rs 2,999Rating: 4/5 The first OnePlus Nord Buds was an interesting pair of TWS earbuds that introduced a few firsts from the…

Ameya DalviApr 11, 2023 18:48:12 ISTOur list of phones under Rs 15,000 this month feels a little strange. Frankly, it doesn’t look like one from 2023. Mind you, these aren’t outdated devices by any stretch, but most of them barring a couple are over a year old. Of course, they used to sell for a higher price before, and we can assure you that they offer better value for money than some of the newer phones under 15K. We have phones with good cameras, high refresh rate displays, some with 5G compliance too and all with 6 GB…

Mehul Reuben DasApr 06, 2023 20:00:22 ISTPros:– Phenomenal AMOLED Display that is very responsive to touch– Solid build quality despite being a thin and light– Top-notch performance in productivity tasks– Solid-sounding speakers– Sleek design – Keyboard and trackpad combo is a joy to use– A whole suite of software features– Integrates well with other Samsung devices Cons:– On the more expensive end of the spectrum– Battery life can be a hit and a miss at times. Price: Starts at Rs 1,55,990/-Rating: 4.5/5 From an…

Mehul Reuben DasApr 04, 2023 19:05:03 ISTPros– Excellent Battery life– Premium-looking design – Solid build quality– Impressive camera setup– Vibrant Super AMOLED, 120Hz display– Samsung’s software update policy Cons– 25W charging, with no charging brick in the box– Should have been priced a little lower.– Bloatware and banner ads that too at this price point. Price: Rs 40,999 for the 8GB + 256GB variantRating: 4.25/5 Despite the n number of smartphone brands that operate in the mid-range segment in India, Samsung, for…

Mehul Reuben DasApr 03, 2023 19:13:54 ISTPros:– Top-notch performance in its price segment– High refresh rate display– Generous selection of ports– Extremely portable considering the performance– Great cooling– Phenomenal battery life Cons:– Cooling fans can get loud– HD Camera with no biometrics or Windows Hello Price: Rs 78,490/-Rating: 4/5 Many people assume that gaming hardware is always very expensive and that to get a decent gaming laptop you need to spend lakhs of rupees. The Gigabyte G5 GE breaks away from this…

FP StaffMar 30, 2023 16:31:20 ISTGenerative AI has the ability to change the way we live and work, but it necessitates complicated computation. By working with industry partners to promote an open AI ecosystem, Intel hopes to make this technology available to everyone.  Generative AI requires a lot of computing power, which makes it important for hardware manufacturers to step up in a big way. Intel, with its Deep Learning Training Processor, the Intel Habana Gaudi2 is stepping up to the challenge in a major way. ChatGPT,…

Ameya DalviMar 31, 2023 20:12:08 ISTPrice: Rs 25,990 The mere mention of a Sony Walkman brings back so many great memories (assuming you are old enough to know what an audio cassette is). What Xerox was to photocopiers and Google to search, Walkman was synonymous with portable audio cassette players back in the 80s and 90s. Image Credit: Tech2 | Ameya Dalvi Other than a fashion statement for many, it was also a de facto device to make your music personal. From a cassette player, the Walkman metamorphosed into a portable…

studio18studio18Mar 29, 2023 09:56:33 ISTMSI not only makes some of the most powerful and capable gaming laptops around, but also some of the balanced, value-for-money designs as well. Their Sword, Katana, and Cyborg lines in particular stand out for offering an exceptional combination of high performance at affordable price points. These laptops are perfect for mainstream gamers and students alike. Without exception, all of these laptops feature high-refresh rate screens, fast CPUs and GPUs, exceptional cooling, and…

Mehul Reuben DasMar 28, 2023 20:42:59 ISTPros– Excellent Battery life– Looks more expensive than it is– Solid build quality– Impressive main camera– Impressive Super AMOLED, 120Hz display– Samsung’s software update policy Cons– 25W charging, with no charging brick in the box– Teardrop notch is unflattering on the display– Could have been priced a little more aggressively– More than usual bloatware and banner ads Price: Rs 30,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variantRating: 4/5 The mid-range segment in the Indian smartphone market…