Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter

Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter - Fold With the Press of a Button in 3 Seconds

Xiaomi known for making budget friendly smartphones has made its intentions clear on pursuing consumer goods as well and has launched a lot of products like smart TV, air purifiers, water purifiers, smart rice cooker and more. Now after teasing an image of a scooter last week, the company has officially launched its electric scooter which has been developed under the new Mi Ecosystem sub-brand.

Interestingly, the Mi Electric Scooter can be folded with just a button press and takes just three seconds to compress itself. The electric scooter comes with a Kinetic Energy Recovery System that converts kinetic energy to electrical energy and works towards increasing the battery life of the scooter. Users can adjust the value of this energy recovery system from the app itself.

Highlights of Xiaomi Mi electric scooter

• Aircraft-grade aluminum body, portable folding design
• 25km/h maximum speed
• 1.1W high-brightness LED front light that can illuminate about 6 meters away and bright red warning light
• Four LED power indicators
• E-ABS anti-lock & double disc brake system for fast and efficient response
• LG 18650 280Wh lithium batteries for 30 km long battery life (based on 75kg load)
• BMS battery management system can monitor the health status of each cell in real time

The scooter comes with the instantaneous power of 500W. There is an E-ABS anti-lock braking system present at the front wheel while the double disc braking system ensures that the scooter comes to a halt quickly in a smooth manner.The scooter can be connected with user's smartphone via Bluetooth and allows users to track their speed, battery life, and battery health etc. The Mi Electric Scooter weighs just 12.5kg and can therefore be carried around with relative ease. Powering the scooter are the LG 18650 280Wh lithium batteries that allow 30km travelling prospects, based on the weight of 75kg. Apart from its good looks, the scooter is smart too. Users can pair the scooter with the app via Bluetooth, which tracks your cycling habits, power, speed and intensity of the energy recovery system. For managing speed, it also gets a fixed speed cruise function that helps it run constantly at a given speed limit.

The electric scooter has launched in China for RMB 1,999 (Rs 19,500 approx.) and is available in two colour choices of white and black. It is still unclear if the company would be launching it in India, the scooter will start selling from 15th December

Xiaomi Mi Pad 3

Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 With Windows 10

It has been over a year since the launch of the Mi Pad 2 tablet, and you would expect Xiaomi to launch a successor sooner than later. Turns out, a successor is indeed incoming and expected to be launched by end of this month. Ahead of the launch, the Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 has surfaced online in all its glory, courtesy of a few leaked promotional materials. These not only show what the upcoming tablet could look like but also reveal its alleged price, specifications, and features.

Going by the promotional materials spotted by GizmoChina, the Mi Pad 3 doesn’t look a whole lot different from last year’s Mi Pad 2. It still boasts a unimetal body design and features dual speaker grilles on either side of the USB Type-C port. But one of the noticeable aspects is the larger 9.7-inch screen, which is Apple iPad Pro territory. That said, the Mi Pad 3 at 6.08mm is slightly thinner, and at 380 grams is also a tad lighter than the iPad Pro — 6.1mm and 437 grams.

Xiaomi is also rumored to offer a keyboard dock for the Mi Pad 3 that is expected to be priced at RMB 99 (Rs 970 approximately). On the software front, the Mi Pad 3 runs on Windows 10 and will come with apps like Microsoft Office and Cortana preinstalled. There is, however, no word on whether an Android variant of the Mi Pad 3 will also be launched.

Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 specifications

• The Mi Pad 3 is said to flaunt a 9.7-inch display with a 2048×1536 pixels resolution and 264ppi.
• Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 is said to be powered by a 2.6GHz dual-core Intel M3-7Y30 processor coupled with 8GB of LPDDR3 RAM buyers can choose between two storage variants - 128GB and 256GB.
• For photography, there is a 16-megapixel rear camera with dual-tone LED flash, while up front, there is an 8-megapixel selfie camera. 
• It is said to sport an all-metal body and come with large 8290mAh battery with fast charging support for Quick Charge 3.0. The table is also said to feature a fingerprint sensor.
•  It is said to measure 239.5x164.5x6.08mm and weigh 380 grams.

Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 price

As per the leaks, the Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 will be going on sale on December 30. The 128GB variant will be priced at RMB 1,999 (Rs 19,500 approximately), while the 256GB variant will be priced at RMB 2,299 (Rs 22,400 approximately). In comparison, last year’s Mi Pad 2 was priced at RMB 999 (Rs 10,300 approximately) for the 16GB variant and RMB 1,299 (Rs 13,500 approximately) for the 64GB variant.

Moto M

Moto M -  All Metal device

Lenovo has finally launched the eagerly awaited Moto M in India, and the device happens to be the brand's first smartphone to be constructed entirely out of metal. Carrying a price tag of Rs 15,999, the Moto M has been priced midway between the Moto G4 Plus (review) and the Moto Z Play (review), making it an attractive offering for buyers in the market for an affordable smartphone.

Moto M, which comes with a new all metal design and a fingerprint scanner on the back, has been officially launched today. Priced at Rs 15,999, the Moto M will be made available exclusively on Flipkart, starting December 14 at 11:59 pm. Moto M comes in two variants – 3GB RAM/32GB internal storage and 4GB RAM/64GB internal storage. As part of the launch, users will get exclusive offers only valid for December 15, when the phone gets released on Flipkart.

Specifications of Moto M

• As stated earlier, the Moto M has been encrusted in a unibody metal design giving the smartphone a premium in-hand feel. The rear-mounted fingerprint found on the smartphone is also a first for Motorola and the device comes with a double layer of nano-coating protecting it from drizzles, spills, and splashes. As for the display, the Moto M is equipped with a 5.5-inch full HD display (1080 pixels by 1920 pixels) at a PPI of 401 pixels per inch. 
• Under the hood of the Moto M, buyers will find a Helio P15 octa-core processor clocked at 2.2GHz with 4GB of RAM working in tandem. The smartphone comes with a Mali-T860 MP2 GPU to render the handle the graphics and is equipped with 32GB of internal storage which can be further expanded up to 128GB via a microSD card.
• On the imaging front, Moto M has a 16-megapixel rear camera with Phase-Detection Autofocus (PDAF), and an 8-megapixel front camera for selfies. 
• The Moto M connectivity suite includes Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth v4.1, GPS/ A-GPS, 4G VoLTE (with support for Indian LTE bands), USB Type-C (USB 3.1), NFC, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
•  Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Gyroscope.
• The Motorola Moto M runs Android 6.0.1 and is powered by a 3050mAh nonremovable battery. It measures 151.35 x 75.35 x 7.85 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 163.00 grams.

The new Moto M - Motorola's first all-metal smartphone - has been launched in the Indian market, and will be exclusively available on Flipkart. The Moto M smartphone has been launched in two variants in India - the 32GB + 3GB model priced at Rs. 15,999, and the 64GB + 4GB version that costs Rs. 17,999.

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Moto M (Gold, 64GB)

Moto M (Gold, 64GB)

Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus

Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus 

Looks like Lenovo-owned Motorola is all set and ready with its 2017 flagship smartphones. As is the tradition that Motorola has been following with its phones, the new year’s flagship variant will also come with a ‘Plus’ variant. The phones will be an addition in the G series, and will be reportedly named Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus. While all the attention had still been on the Moto Z and Moto Z Play, the latest leak has revealed a bunch of details and few images of the purported Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus smartphones. There have been three images leaked, two of which, show the front of the Moto G5 and G5 Plus, and one is a screenshot of a table, which is believed to be the specifications of the smartphones in question. Details about Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus, Motorola's follow-up to the Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus smartphones, have been scant so far. However, some alleged images of what could be the upcoming Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus have surfaced on the Internet.

Expected Specifications

• The images revealed some of its key specs. It shows a 5.5inch full HD display on both Moto devices along with a 5- megapixel front camera and below the phones screen is a shaped fingerprint scanner.
• It also shows that Moto G5 and G5 Plus will be powered by single Octa-core processors. The differences between Moto G5 and G5 Plus dwell mainly on camera and storage options. It has a 13-megapixel and 16 GB for G5 and a 16-megapixel and 16/32 GB for G5 Plus. 
• Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus seem to be identical, except the former will sport a 13-megapixel rear camera while the latter will get a 16-megapixel camera. 
• As for the operating system, the Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus are expected to launch with Android 7.0 Nougat out-of-the-box. The Android 7.0 Nougat began rolling out for the Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus in October. Meanwhile, the Android 7.1.1 update has also begun rolling out to a few Android One users and is expected to roll out for Nexus and Pixel owners in the coming days.
• it even has a turbo-charging

Coming back to the Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus, the images and specs are among the first leaks on the devices that have appeared on the Internet, so it's best to wait for additional confirmation before getting too excited. Lastly, the leak also suggests a March 8 release for the devices, and though the market for the devices is yet to be revealed, you can expect India to be on that list. Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus will soon be coming as leaks of their specifications and images were found online. Motorola is also preparing for the release of these two devices on the first quarter of 2017. 

Portronics Yogg X

Portronics Yogg X - smart fitness watch 

Portronics, popular for its mobile accessories has launched Yogg X, its first fitness watch, a year after launching YOGG fitness tracker. Like any other fitness tracker it monitors your distance covered, Calories burned, Steps taken, Sleep patterns etc. It also shows your time & date and battery status on the OLED screen. The screen is touch-enabled and can be awakened anytime, allowing you to shift between modes, by simply touching at the designated spot.The dial is detachable. You can change the strap as per your taste and occasion.

Portronics Yogg X specifications

• OLED (64 x 32 Pixels) touch screen shows time, date and battery status
• Tracks: Distance covered, Calories burnt, Step count, Sleep patterns
• Reminds if you have left phone behind
• Lets you set vibrating alarms
• Shows notifications for SMS, emails, missed calls, reminders and more when connected to Android or iOS devices
• Bluetooth 4.0 LE
• Water and dust resistant (IP67 – to 1 meter / 3 feet deep for 30 minutes)
• Sensor: 3-axis accelerometer
• Dimensions: 254 x 34 x 10mm; Weight: 20g
• 55mAh battery with up to 5 days standby

Additional Features include:You can Monitor your Distance covered, Calories burned, Steps were taken, Sleep patterns. It also shows your time & date and battery status on the OLED screen., Yogg X is designed to integrate seamlessly into your daily active lifestyle. You can set up to six daily Reminders and Yogg X will silently vibrate on your arm without bothering others., Yogg X enables you to Set daily Fitness Goals, Tracks your activity levels using state of the art inbuilt sensors, Syncs the data with your Smartphone using Yogg X app and Alerts you when you achieve your goals., Bluetooth: - 4.0 BLE, Standby Time:- 5 days, Memory:- 5 days activity, OLED Display:- 64 x 32 pixels, Sensor:- 3 axis accelerometer, Operating Temperature:- -20C to +40 C Water resistant :- IP67

It also has IP67 for water resistance. It can track your fitness activities, lets you set fitness goals and also has sleep tracker. It has Bluetooth 4.0 LE to connect to Android or iPhone through Yogg X app. The Portronics Yogg X comes in black and red colored bands and is priced at Rs. 2499.

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Portronics POR-666 Yogg X - A Slim & Smart Fitness Tracker with Detachable & Touch Sensitive Screen 

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Portronics POR-666 Yogg X - A Slim & Smart Fitness Tracker Smartwatch  (Black Strap)

Asus ZenFone 3 Zoom

Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom - Huge battery and superior camera

Asus has been on a launching spree this year, as it flooded the market with tons of phones under the Zenfone 3 branding, the latest of which, the Zenfone 3 Max was launched recently in India. Now there are new rumors that suggest that a new Zenfone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL), maybe just around the corner.

Specifications of Zenfone 3 Zoom

• The Zenfone 3 Zoom will likely feature a 5.5 inch Full HD (1920x1080p) 2.5D AMOLED display and is protected by Gorilla Glass 5
• Powered by a 64-bit Qualcomm octa-core Snapdragon 625 processor, clocking in at 2.0 GHz, along with the Adreno 506 GPU.
• There are chances that the phone might launch in three different variants, the first being 2GB RAM/ 16GB storage, second with 3GB RAM/32GB storage and a 4GB RAM/ 64GB variant. Apart from the inbuilt memory options, the handset will also host a memory card slot to increase the storage capacity.
• The main highlight of the ZenFone 3 Zoom is a dual-camera setup on the device. On the rear, you get a 12MP Sony IMX362 sensor with 25mm wide-angle lens and f/1.7 aperture along with a dedicated 12MP, 56mm lens for 2.3x optical zoom. They both have 1.4nm pixels. OIS and EIS are on board too, along with 4K video capture. Autofocus time is claimed to be 0.03 seconds, even with a moving subject, thanks to three different focusing modes: Dual Pixel phase detection, laser, and continuous. The front facing camera is rated at 13MP.
• Meanwhile, ZenFone 3 Zoom is a smartphone targeted at mobile photography enthusiasts. Encased in an aluminum body, the ZenFone 3 is claimed to be the lightest and thinnest phone featuring a 5,000mAh battery. It is only 7.9mm thick and weighs in at 170 grams.
• The Asus ZenFone 3 Zoom is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). Sensors on the phone include Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Gyroscope.

The Zenfone 3 Zoom still has a main camera with optical zoom like its predecessors called Zenfone Zoom from last year. However, this time around Asus went with the dual-camera solution, thus the magnification is just 2.3x compared to 3x in the original Zenfone Zoom. Like in the Apple  iPhone 7 Plus. , the new device's lenses work together to create the bokeh effect that blurs the background of your pictures while keeping the subject in focus.

Lenovo Phab 2

Lenovo Phab 2

The Phab 2 is not the same as the Phab 2 Pro; the latter is the Google Tango-enabled smartphone. In India, Lenovo has already launched the Phab 2 Plus, but there’s no word on when the Project Tango phone will be heading here.

Specifications of Lenovo Phab 2

• The Lenovo Phab 2 features a 6.4-inch IPS LCD display of HD resolution with a pixel density of 229ppi. 
•  Performance wise it boasts of a 1.3GHz quad-core MediaTek MT8735 processor, assisting it is a 3GB RAM,  32GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 128GB with microSD and Mali-T720 GPU.
• For imaging, Lenovo Phab 2 sports a 13-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and PDAF while there is a 5-megapixel selfie camera with an 85-degree wide-angle lens. Lenovo has also claimed that the Phab 2 comes with augmented reality (AR) effects in the camera app. The handset comes with 3 mics to record audio and also supports noise cancellation.
• The Lenovo Phab 2 offers a wide range of connectivity options, such as hybrid SIM slots, 4G, Wi-Fi with hotspot tethering, Bluetooth v4.0, GPS and USB connectivity. It lacks a fingerprint sensor, a pretty standard feature for a device of its price but contains several other sensors such as proximity, light, accelerometer, compass and gyroscope. The device is powered by a nonremovable 4,050 mAh li-polymer battery.
• The Phab 2 smartphone measures 175x88.5x9.6mm and weighs 225 grams. On the software front, the phablet runs on Android Marshmallow 6.0 and is preloaded with apps like McAfee Security, Netflix, and SwiftKey among others.

The Lenovo Phab 2 is a smartphone with a huge display, commonly known as a phablet. Despite its enormous screen, the device retains a respectable picture quality and comes in a fully metallic body, offering a premium look and feel. It is configured with good performance features and comes preloaded with latest Android OS which makes it even more appealing.

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Lenovo Phab 2 (Champagne Gold, 32 GB)  (With 3 GB RAM)

Lenovo Phab 2 (Grey, 32 GB)  (With 3 GB RAM)

KODAK EKTRA - DSLR like Smartphone 

After an unsuccessful attempt with the Kodak IM5, the iconic camera company is now trying its luck to make a new mark in the smartphone market with the launch of the Kodak Ektra. Unveiled in October, the Kodak Ektra smartphone is set to be launched first in Germany on December 9.

The smartphone has been manufactured by a UK company called Bullitt Group by licensing Kodak's IP. The big highlight of EKTRA is its unique design and the huge camera lens at the back with DSLR-like features. The smartphone's large rear sensor protrudes out of the smartphone significantly, but a slight curve design at the bottom looks to balance things out at surface level. Furthermore, the lens has a metal ring for protection

Specifications of Kodak EKTRA

• Kodak Ektra features a 5-inch full-HD (1080x1920 pixels) display with 441ppi pixel density.
• It is powered by a 2.3GHz Helio X20 deca-core processor paired with 3GB of RAM. The smartphone offers 32GB of inbuilt storage with the option to expand further via a microSD card slot.
• As for the camera, the Kodak Ektra sports a 21-megapixel fast-focus rear sensor with OIS, f/2.0 aperture, PDAF, and dual-LED Flash. There's an additional 13-megapixel front camera with f/2.2 aperture and PDAF for selfies and video chats. DSLR modes include Smart Auto, Portrait, Manual, Sports, Bokeh, Night-time, HDR, Panorama, Macro, Landscape, and 4K Video Capture. There's also an Advanced Manual mode that allows users to adjust exposure, ISO, focal length (Manual/Auto), white balance, shutter speed, and aperture (fixed f2.0 main camera).
• In software part, the device runs on Android Marshmallow. Furthermore, it packs a 3000mAh battery, supports USB Type-C charging, and measures 147.8x73.35x9.69mm.

The Kodak Ektra comes with a preloaded app called Print that lets you order physical copies of the pictures as well. It has a widget that recommends many photo-editing apps like Prisma and Adobe Lightroom, but the one installed by default is Snapseed. The Kodak Ektra is definitely a niche smartphone, but for photography nuts, it just might prove to be one of the best cameras on a smartphone that we've seen yet.

The camera-focused smartphone is priced at EUR 499 (roughly ₹36,000) and will be made available on Amazon, Media Markt, Ringfoto, Saturn, kodakphones.cBm, and notebooksbilliger.de for purchase, according to Android Authority. Starting January 16, the Kodak Ektra smartphone will be sold through carrier Deutsche Telekom as well. The handset will launch in other countries too. Notably, the Kodak Ektra price in India is not yet known, nor whether it would launch in India at all.

Xiaomi Redmi 3S and 3S Prime

Xiaomi Redmi 3S and 3S Prime - The best budget handsets

Xiaomi Redmi 3S Prime

Xiaomi Redmi 3S

Xiaomi has taken a different approach for the Indian market this year as it launched three smartphones catering to three different price segments, form factor as well as consumer needs. The most popular of the lot has been the Redmi Note 3 and at the time of writing this, it is arguably the best smartphone to buy under Rs 15,000.

The company launched its fourth handset a few days back called the Redmi 3S. It’s targeted at consumers who want the best performance but have a tight budget of under Rs 10,000. The smartphone comes in two variants and we took the high-end model, the Redmi 3S Prime, for a spin. Here’s what we thought of it.

Specifications of Redmi 3S and Redmi 3S prime

• The Xiaomi Redmi 3S Prime flaunts a 5-inch IPS LCD HD (720 x 1,280 pixels) display and has a pixel density of 294ppi.
• Under the hood, there are two quad-core processors (1.4 GHz Cortex A53 + 1.1 GHz Cortex A53) coupled with  Adreno 505 graphics engine.
• 2GB of RAM, 16GB of onboard storage for Redmi 3S with hybrid sim slot.
• 3GB of RAM, 32GB of onboard for Redmi 3S Prime with hybrid sim slot.
• The camera department comprises a 13MP f/2.0 aperture camera with PDAF and a LED flash and at the front, there is a 5MP unit with a f/2.0 aperture.
• The device is fuelled by a 4,100mAh li-polymer battery (with fast charging support) which can last 2 days with moderate use without charging
• Both variants possess is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Micro-SIM and Nano-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, USB OTG, FM, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). 
• Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Gyroscope.
• It measures 139.30 x 69.60 x 8.50 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 144.00 grams.

The Xiaomi Redmi 3S Prime and  Redmi 3S have an excellent main camera which produces crisp and beautiful photos even for moving objects. Coming to performance, the well built configured set can face all types of multitaskingHigh-end games such as Asphalt 8, Modern Combat, Plants vs Zombies etc run at ease. The fingerprint sensor is quick to respond and the battery backup is nevertheless very good. Only if hybrid SIM is not a big criterion, then this completely suits you.

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Redmi 3S (Gold, 16GB )

Redmi 3S (Dark Grey, 16GB )

Redmi 3S (Silver, 16GB )

Redmi 3S Prime (Gold, 32GB )

Redmi 3S Prime (Dark Grey, 32GB )

Redmi 3S Prime (Silver, 32GB )

Vivo V5

Vivo V5 - For selfie freaks

Vivo has introduced its latest V-series smartphone. The V5 is the successor to the V3 Max and makes its way with decent specifications. One of the important aspects of the smartphone is that it is aimed towards all selfie enthusiasts.  

The device looks similar to the V3 Max with a smaller display. Also, there is a fingerprint sensor which is integrated with the home button placed below the display. The rounded edges make the device easy to fit in the palm. The V5 is available in multiple colors. 

Specifications of Vivo V5

• The Vivo V5 flaunts a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels that results in a pixel density of 267 pixels per inch. The capacitive touchscreen, which is protected by v3 of Corning Gorilla Glass, responds well to multi-touch as well.
• At the heart, the smartphone features a couple of quad-core Cortex A53 processors, clocking speeds of 1.5GHz and 1GHz respectively. A chipset of MediaTek MT6750 and 4GB RAM ensures that you do not face any glitch while multi-tasking and high-end gaming. Further, a GPU of Mali-T860 MP2 takes care of the graphical interface with ease.
• Vivo V5 is complemented by the 32GB internal storage, which can be further expanded up to 128GB with the help of a microSD.
• The Vivo V5 houses a good pair of cameras, including a 13MP primary camera. The quality of the 4,128 x 3,096 pixels resolution images is further enhanced with the help of phase detection autofocus, ISO control, LED flash, high dynamic range mode, etc. The front camera too proves to be as good as the primary camera with a 20MP lens and LED flash, which turns out to be a blessing in disguise for all the selfie addicts and for the people who thrive on video calling.
• The Vivo V5 is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Micro-SIM and Nano-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, USB OTG, FM, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). 
• Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer and Ambient light sensor.
• The Vivo V5 runs Android 6.0.1 and is powered by a 3000mAh non-removable battery. It measures 153.80 x 75.50 x 7.55 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 154.00 grams.

Vivo is that one smartphone brand which has slowly, but surely, gained recognition, thanks to the number of flagship phones that has found a prominent place in the market. Same goes with the Vivo V5 as well. Though not a flagship device, this smartphone loaded with power-packed features, including an impressive configuration and great quality front cameras. So, if you are looking for a powerful smartphone with great cameras, this is probably the one you should be thinking about.

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VIVO V5 (Crown gold, 32 GB)

Amazon

VIVO V5 (CROWN GOLD, 32GB) 

Sony NW-A35 Hi-Res Walkman - Available in India

Expanding its Walkman line-up, Sony India launched NW-A35 with high-resolution audio and long battery life in India. The high-resolution audio player comes as a follow-up to the NW-A25 that was launched at Rs. 13,990 in February, signaling Sony's continued stand on bringing out premium, high-resolution audio devices. Unlike the NW-A25 that was offered in a variety of color options, the NW-A35 is only available in Black.

Sony’s NW-A35 Walkman has support for wireless playback as well. It comes with S-Master HX digital amplifier. The Walkman is equipped with five POSCAP capacitors that strengthen the power supply for the S-Master HX digital amplifier in order to cut distortion and noise across a wide range of frequencies.

It also has two clock oscillators to provide optimal modulation for the sampling frequencies of each content and thus improve sound clarity when listening to music, claims Sony. Sony’s new Walkman comes with a Digital Noise cancelling function, which constantly analyses environmental ambient sound and selects the most effective noise-canceling mode. Sony says this means a user doesn’t have to increase the volume when listening to music.

The NW-A35 Walkman weighs 98g and is Bluetooth and NFC-enabled so that one can connect wireless to their speakers or headphones. It also comes with 3.1-inch touch-screen and intuitive user interface with side keys for control. The Sony Walkman comes in a Black colour option.

The Walkman has a 3.5mm Stereo Mini Jack audio output, and for sound enhancements it includes DSEE HX, Dynamic Normalizer, ClearAudio+, Clear Phase, DC Phase Linearizer, VPT, and 6Band equalizer.

The Sony NW-A35 Walkman promises to offer up to 45 hours of MP3 playback or 30 hours of high-res playback on a single charge. It takes approximately 4 hours of charging time over a USB port. The Walkman measures at 54.8x97.3x10.7mm in dimensions and weighs approximately 98 grams.

Supported Formats on the new Sony Walkman include: MP3, WMA, FLAC, Linear PCM, AAC, HE-AAC, Apple Lossless, AIFF, DSD 2.8224MHz. Dimensions of the device are: 54.8 x 97.3 x 10.7mm.

Specifications of Sony Walkman NW-A35

• Model Name - Walkman NW-A35
• Colours - Black
• Hi-Res Audio -Yes
• Memory Size - 16GB (NW-A35)
• External Memory - microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
• Digital Amplifier - S-Master HX
• Audio Output - 3.5mm Stereo Mini Jack
• Output Power - (JEITA 16Ω/mW) 35mW＋35mW
• Display Size, Resolution - 3.1-inch, WVGA (800 x 480 Pixels)
• Bluetooth v4.2 (SBC, LDAC), NFC™, NFC
• FM Radio - 87.5 to 108.0 MHz
• Sound Enhancements - DSEE HX™, Dynamic Normalizer, ClearAudio+,
• Clear Phase, DC Phase Linearizer, VPT, 6Band equalizer, Noise Cancelling, Digital Noise Cancelling
• Language Study - Yes (DPC Speed Control)
• Battery Life - 30 hours with Hi-Res or 45 hours with MP3
• USB Charging Time is Approx. 4 hours
• Supported Formats - MP3, WMA, FLAC, Linear PCM, AAC, HE-AAC, Apple Lossless, AIFF, DSD 2.8224MHz
• Dimensions (W x H x D) - Approx. 54.8 x 97.3 x 10.7mm and Weighs Approx. 98g.

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Sony NW-A35 Hi-Res Walkman 

 LeEco Cool Changer 1C = Phone by LeEco and Coolpad's Joint Venture 

Two of the biggest giants in the Chinese smartphone industry, LeEco and Coolpad, recently collaborated to launch an affordable smartphone in their home country, dubbed the Cool. The Cool 1C retails for ¥899 ($ 130), (~INR 8,950) and will go on sale on December 6th, making it possibly the cheapest Android smartphone with a Snapdragon 652 processor and 4K video recording support after LeEco Le2.

Cool Changer 1C specifications

• This smartphone flaunts 5.5-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Full HD IPS in-cell display with 450nits brightness, 72% NTSC color gamut
• Powered by Octa-Core Snapdragon 652 processor (Quad 1.8GHz ARM Cortex A72 + Quad 1.2GHz A53 CPUs) with Adreno 510 GPU suitable for decent gaming
• it packs 3GB LPDDR3 RAM, 32GB (eMMC5.1) internal storage with no expandable memory.
• Sports 13MP camera with dual-tone LED flash, f/2.0 aperture, PDAF, 4K video recording, 720p slow motion at 120fps and 8MP front camera with f/2.2 aperture, 80-degree wide-angle lens.
• The handset comes with 4G with VoLTE support, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS/ A-GS, and USB Type-C connectivity options. The LeEco Cool Changer 1C is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM.
• Sensors on the phone include Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, and Gyroscope.
• The LeEco Cool Changer 1C runs Android 6.0 and is powered by a 4060mAh non-removable battery with Quick Charge Technology. 
• It measures 152.00 x 74.80 x 8.20 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 172.00 grams.

The Cool1 Dual was the first smartphone launched under LeEco and Coolpad's Cool smartphone range in August. It was launched at a starting price of CNY 1,099. To recall, LeEco became the largest shareholder in Chinese smartphone company Coolpad with a total of 28.9 percent shares in its name. Considering the specifications of LeEco Cool Changer 1C , it can be said that the specs  are quite similar to Le2 Smartphone in all the departments, however with improved battery backup.

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Apple Watch - Series 2

Apple Watch Series 2

The Apple Watch Series 2 is the second-generation Apple Watch. Design wise, the Apple Watch Series 2 looks identical to the first Apple Watch, which has been renamed "Apple Watch Series 1" with a few upgrades of its own along with several internal upgrades.

Available in 38 and 42mm varieties, the Apple Watch Series 2 is the same size and shape as the original Apple Watch (albeit slightly thicker), but it has been constructed with superior 50m water resistance and better seals, making it suitable for swimmers.

It continues to measure metrics like steps taken, calories burned, and pulse rate, and it can track many activities using the Workout app. Positioned as a fitness device and designed to encourage users to be more active, the Apple Watch and watchOS 3 include health-focused features and built-in activity reminders, much like the original Apple Watch.

Inside, there's a new dual-core S2 chip that's 50 percent faster than the processor in the original device, and a new GPU offers 2x better graphics performance for apps that open much faster and do more.

An NFC chip allows it to work with Apple Pay, Apple's payment service, and a Taptic Engine provides haptic-based notifications and other feedback.

Apple Watch Series 2 includes a redesigned 1,000nit display that's a full two times brighter, making it easier to see when outdoors in bright sunlight. A GPS chip included in the S2 is able to record precise distance, speed, and pace data for running, walking, and hiking, even when away from the iPhone.

Like the original Apple Watch, Series 2 is available with mid-priced stainless steel (Silver and Space Black) and lower-priced aluminum "Sport" bodies (in Silver, Gold, Space Black, and Rose Gold), plus Apple has also introduced a new high-end glossy white ceramic "Edition" model. Apple Watch Sports models start at $369, stainless steel models start at $549, and ceramic models start at $1,249. Prices vary based on band selection and casing size.

Apple has teamed up with Hermès and Nike to offer Apple Watch Series 2 models with exclusive software, bands, and watch faces. Nike's Apple Watch is an Apple Watch Sport, with prices starting at $369, while Hermès models are all stainless steel Apple Watches with Hermés-designed leather bands.

DESIGN AND BUILD QUALITY

When it comes to design, the Apple Watch Series 2 is identical to the original Apple Watch. It features a rounded, rectangular body in two sizes (38mm and 42mm) that is able to snap into an array of interchangeable bands thanks to built-in lugs.

Beyond the touchscreen, there are two methods of input on the device -- a Digital Crown for controlling much of the interface and selecting apps and a side button that brings up the app dock as of watchOS 3.

All Apple Watch models include a Retina HD display and a ceramic backing with four built-in sapphire-covered sensors to measure heart rate using green light technology that keeps track of the pace of blood flow beneath the skin.

The front of the Apple Watch can be customized with a range of unique watch faces featuring traditional watch-style designs, characters, animated images, and more, all of which can be personalized with complications and variations in appearance.

The Apple Watch Series 2 comes in Stainless Steel, Space Black Stainless Steel, Silver Aluminum, Space Gray Aluminum, Gold Aluminum, Rose Gold Aluminum, and Ceramic.

The 18-karat gold and rose gold Apple Watch Edition models were discontinued in favor of the new ceramic Apple Watch. Made from a glossy white ceramic with a pearl-like shine, the Apple Watch Edition comes with a special cloud-colored white Sports band. According to Apple, the ceramic material is the "ultimate combination of beauty and strength." Because it's four times harder than stainless steel, the ceramic Series 2 Apple Watch seems less scratching.

INTERNAL UPGRADES

PROCESSOR

Apple Watch Series 2 Powered by a dual-core second-generation (S2) system-on-a-chip. According to Apple, it is 50 percent faster than the S1 chip in the original Apple Watch and includes a new GPU with 2x better graphics performance. With a more robust processor and better GPU, apps open faster and developers can create new kinds of apps that weren't able to run on the Apple Watch before.

GPS CHIP

New to the S2 is a built-in GPS chip that allows the Apple Watch to determine its position without needing to be near the iPhone, effectively lessening the Apple Watch Series 2's dependence on an iPhone.

GPS in the Apple Watch keeps tabs on speed and distance when you're walking, running, or hiking, and following the end of an activity, there's a color-coded route available that shows your overall pace and different speeds at each point on the path. Developers are able to take advantage of the GPS chip and develop apps that use it.

Aside from the GPS chip, the Apple Watch still relies on the iPhone for connecting to LTE and Wi-Fi networks, but it is able to connect to known Wi-Fi networks on its own.

BATTERY LIFE

There are larger batteries in both the 38 and 42mm versions of the second-generation Apple Watch, but it continues to offer the same battery life of up to 18 hours. The GPS chip and brighter display likely draw additional power, eating up the added battery reserves. Apple was, however, able to introduce some significant battery life improvements through the watchOS 3.1 update, and now the Series 1 and Series 2 models often last for more than 18 hours before needing to be recharged.

Broken down, the Apple Watch offers three hours of talk time, 6.5 hours of audio playback, and eight hours when working out. It takes 1.5 hours to charge the Apple Watch to 80 percent and two hours to charge it to full.

OTHER FEATURES

The Apple Watch Series 2 features 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and 4GB of internal storage for music. It also includes a heart rate sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, ambient light sensor, and two microphones for better call quality. The 38mmApple Watch has a 273 mAh battery, 33 percent larger than the 205 mAh battery in the original 38mm Apple Watch.

COLLECTIONS

• SPORT
• STAINLESS STEEL
• EDITION
• NIKE
• HERMÈS

BANDS AVAILABLE

• SPORT BAND
• WOVEN NYLON
• CLASSIC BUCKLE
• MODERN BUCKLE
• MILANESE LOOP
• LEATHER LOOP
• LINK BRACELET
• HERMÈS

VERDICT

Apple has upgraded the Watch in a number of ways, and all of them useful. The extended battery life, the GPS abilities, and the water-resistance now make this a compelling smartwatch - but it doesn't quite do enough to make you need such a watch in your life... yet.

Sony introduces Final Fantasy XV Walkman, headphones and Bluetooth speaker

 Sony - Final Fantasy XV is finally landing on a console, LAST from SONY

Final Fantasy XV is the long-awaited latest installment in the main Final Fantasy series, reportedly in development for the last ten years. Though the single player version is exclusive to consoles, it was announced earlier this month that Machine Zone – the developers of Game of War - had partnered with Square Enix to make a Final Fantasy XV mobile MMO.

After over a decade, Sony has launched a limited edition Walkman to coincide with the release of Final Fantasy XV for PS4 and Xbox One. The A-Series Walkman comes with pixel-art versions of the heroes in the latest game - arriving November 29 - etched onto the rear, with Final Fantasy’s typical Roman numerals above it.

The Walkman, which also delivers Hi-Res audio, is accompanied by a pair of Sony hear.on MDR-100A headphones for 33,880 yen ($300) for a 16GB model. and a hear.go SRS-HG1 Bluetooth speaker for 29,380 yen ($260). Aside from its packaging, there doesn’t seem to be much separating the Walkman from a regular A-Series edition Walkman (though the icons in the software may have a slightly different color).

Also, it has “special icons” only to be found on this Final Fantasy model. 

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 3

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 -  Most powerful phone under ₹1000 

There's no way you have missed the Xiaomi Redmi Note 3. It's been the bang-for-buck benchmark for a while now, delivering a feature set and performance way above what its price tag suggests. Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 smartphone was launched in November 2015. It's been a year since its launch, but still, it is considered the most preferred phone under the price tag of CYN1005 (₹10,00) 

Specifications of Xiaomi Redmi Note 3

• The Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 16GB arrives with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a screen resolution of 1,080 x 1,920 pixels which eventually leads to a pixel density of 401ppi.
• The phone is powered by a hexacore Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650 processor (Dual-core, 1.8 GHz, Cortex A72 + Quad core, 1.2 GHz, Cortex A53). The configuration is further enhanced by Adreno 510 graphics.
• The device comes in two variants, i.e., 16 GB, 2 GB RAM - Standard version and 32 GB, 3 GB RAM - High version, Special edition.
• The device from Xiaomi is equipped with an excellent 16MP main camera which is inclusive of CMOS image sensor, Digital image stabilization, and dual LED flash which means users get to make the most of the features. For selfie fanatics, there is a 5MP front snapper too, The other inbuilt camera features include AF Phase Detection, Auto Flash, Continuos Shooting, Exposure compensation, Face detection, Geo tagging, High Dynamic Range mode (HDR), ISO control, Touch to focus and White balance presets. 
• The Redmi Note 3 sips juice from a massive 4,050mAh battery which keeps the device powered on for long hours but there is no support for fast charging sadly.
• The Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Nano-SIM and Micro-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, Infrared, USB OTG, FM, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). 
• Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Gyroscope, Fingerprint sensor.
• The Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 runs Android 5.1. It measures 150.00 x 76.00 x 8.65 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 164.00 grams.

The Redmi Note 3 is one of the most powerful phones in its budget. It has all the ingredients to deliver a seamless performance and is also backed by a massive battery. To conclude, if you want to enjoy a powerful smartphone with the fingerprint sensor on a low budget then this is the best option available. 

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3(2GB RAM, 16GB Storage )price in India starts from  ₹9999. 

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3(3GB RAM, 32GB Storage )price in India starts from  ₹11.999.

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Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime

Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime 

Xiaomi releases another entry from their Redmi series of mobile phones. This is the fourth generation model carrying hardware that seems to belong in the higher-end spectrum. The company introduces the Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime and everything about this device seems to sound and look premium.

Specifications of Redmi 4 Prime 

• The phone comes with a 5.00-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 1080 pixels by 1920 pixels at a PPI of 443 pixels per inch. 
• Powered by 2GHz octa-core Cortex-A53 Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor along with Adreno 506 GPU and it comes with 3GB of RAM. The phone packs 32GB of internal storage that can be expanded up to 128GB via a microSD card.
•  As far as the cameras are concerned, the Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime packs a 13-megapixel f/2.2 primary camera with hybrid phase-detect autofocus; 1080p video capture at 30fps and 5MP f/2.4 front-facing camera; 1080p at 30fps video recording.
• The Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime runs Android 6.0 on top of MIUI 8 and is powered by a 4100mAh nonremovable battery that supports Quick Charge 3.0. It measures 141.30 x 69.60 x 8.90 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 156.00 grams.
• The Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Micro-SIM and Nano-SIM.Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India).
• Sensors on the phone include Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Gyroscope, IR port, Rear-mounted fingerprint reader.
• The device comes with 3 color variants, Gold, Dark Gray and Silver.

Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime price in India is expected to be Rs. 10999. Redmi 4 Prime is due to be launched in December 2016. The 32GB variant costs around Rs. 10999. The Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime comes in multiple color options like Gold, Grey, Silver which are also priced the same

Samsung Galaxy C7 Pro

Samsung Galaxy C7 Pro

Samsung is reportedly going to launch the Galaxy C7 Pro next month with a model number is SM-C7010. According to Geekbench,. The smartphone has been spotted on India's import-export website Zauba ahead of the official launch.

Expected Specifications of Galaxy C7 Pro are as below

• That listing showed that the Galaxy C7 Pro will carry a 5.7-inch Super AMOLED display most likely with a 1080 x 1920 resolution protected by a Corning gorilla glass 4.
• Powered by  Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor which is an octa-core processor clocked at 2.21GHz.
• The handset is expecting with 4GB of RAM and a 32/64GB internal storage (expandable up to 128GB via microSD card)
• It also houses a 16MP primary camera with f/1.9 aperture, an 8MP front snapper with f/1.9 aperture 
• The Galaxy C7 Pro will feature an all-metal body and it should be just 6.7mm thick. We've also learned the smartphone will include a wide range of connectivity options, including 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS and NFC with support for Samsung Pay. Also, the upcoming smartphone features a fingerprint sensor positioned under the home button, as well as dual-SIM support.
• All these are powered by a 3,300mAh battery with Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 technology.

Rumor has it that Samsung Galaxy C7 Pro will be officially unveiled in December, the Galaxy C7 Pro, has already entered its testing phase in India. The variant is supposedly included in a batch of new devices that Samsung has sent to its testing center in the said country. alongside another smartphone in the same series, the Galaxy C5 Pro. There's no word on a price tag for the time being.

With both the original Galaxy C5 and the Galaxy C7 staying in the tech market for only about half a year, Samsung's plans on releasing the revamped smartphones will give users cheaper options that still maintains hardware and software quality. As per tradition, Samsung Galaxy C family is the affordable flagships category below the A series and S series.

LeEco Le Pro 3

LeEco Le Pro 3 - Extremely affordable

Specifications of  LeEco Le Pro 3

• The LeEco Le Pro 3 has a 5.5-inch full HD (1,080 x 1,920 pixels) @401 ppi 
• With two dual-core, Kryo processors, clocking speeds of 2.34GHz and 2.19GHz respectively, and a chipset of Qualcomm Snapdragon 821, Le Pro 3 is a sprinter and Adreno 530 is GPU.
• 4 GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage and does not support expandable storage.
• With a 16MP primary camera, Exmor-RS CMOS Sensor and 2.0f aperture, it is capable of clicking pictures at 4,616 x 3,464 pixels. The front snapper sports 8MP lens with a 2.2f aperture.
• The LeEco Le Pro 3 is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, NFC, USB OTG, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Gyroscope.
• The device draws all its fuel from a 4,070mAh li-polymer battery which. The device features  QC 3.0 of quick charging.
•  It measures 151.40 x 73.90 x 7.50 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 175.00 grams.

After the initial success with almost all its previous smartphones, LeEco attempts to draw all the attention with both the variants of LeEco Le Pro 3. The Chinese smartphone maker leaves no stones unturned to grab the market into its grip. The Le Pro 3 32GB is all set to give the other smartphone brands a run for their money with power packed performance, superb camera quality and an big battery backup. So, if you are prepared to spend on a mid ranged smartphone, this device is worth investing on.

Buy For

Superb camera

Good configuration

Sharp display

Beware Of

Non expandable memory

Comparatively heavy

Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge - Outstanding device

Samsung always manages to draw attention when a new Galaxy flagship is launched. Powerful specs and premium hardware aside, it's expected of the company to introduce ground-breaking innovation with each flagship device.

Specifications of Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

• The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge flaunts a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED (1,440 x 2,560 pixels) display resulting in a pixel density of 534ppi with Corning Gorilla glass 4 for protection.
• Powered by two quad-core processors aided by 4GB RAM seated on Exynos 8 Octa 8890 chipset (quad- core, 2.3 GHz, M1 Mongoose + quad-core, 1.6 GHz, Cortex A53) and Mali-T880 MP12 at GPU end.
• Another variant  is powered by Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 Quad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo) processor and Adreno 530 as GPU.
• The phone packs 4GB RAM and 32/64GB of internal storage that can be expanded up to 200GB via a microSD card. 
• As far as the cameras are concerned, the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge packs a 12MP , f/1.7, 26mm, OIS, 1/2.5" sensor size, 1.4 µm pixel size on the rear and a 5 MP, 1/4.1" sensor size, 1.34 µm pixel size, f/1.7, 22mm for selfie shooter
• The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts . On the connectivity ground, the device offers options such as GPRS, EDGE, 3G, 4G, Wi-Fi 802.11, a/ac/b/g/n/n 5GHz, Mobile Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth v4.2, A2DP, ANT+, GPS with A-GPS, GLONASS, USB, Computer sync, NFC, OTA sync and Tethering. 
• Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Gyroscope and Barometer.
• The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge runs Android 6.0 and is powered by a 3600mAh nonremovable battery, It supports fast charging both on wired and wireless. 
• It measures 150.90 x 72.60 x 7.70 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 157.00 grams and is available in a variety of color variants - black, white, gold and silver. 

Verdict

The flagship phone has an IP rating of IP68 which makes it water and dust proof. To make your financial transactions easier, it comes with Samsung Pay which is extremely secured by Samsung KNOX, fingerprint scanning and advanced tokenization. The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge is a monster in terms of specs and features and with 3D glass and metal body. Additional features such as dust and waterproof make it a perfect choice. Along with Samsung Galaxy S7, it boasts of being the first phones to come with dual pixel camera as well.

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Dell XPS 13

Dell XPS 13 Powered by Intel Kaby Lake Processor

Dell's XPS laptop models are the most covetable ultrabooks besides HP Spectre 13, EliteBook Folio G1 and the Lenovo Yoga 900, Asus latest Zenbook 3 and other Apple's own MacBook Line. Dell’s XPS 13 is back for 2016 with an updated specification that includes more efficient Intel Kaby Lake processors and longer battery life. 

Let’s see if the XPS 13 has what it takes to snatch the crown in the premium ultrabook space.

Dell XPS 13 design and build

The Dell XPS 13 is the smallest 13-inch laptop. It is the visual embodiment of a machine that transcends the bounds of possibility and is a marvel of human ingenuity. The visually stimulating UltraSharp QHD/FHD+ resolution (3200x1800) with a bezel that's just 5.2mm thick which is the signature of this ground breaking device . he IPS panel ensures rich colour reproduction and very good viewing angles, which makes it a joy to work on. The glossy touchscreen is prone to picking up fingerprints and reflections, however this can somewhat be dealt with due to the high brightness levels. The only downside to this design choice is that the webcam has had to be placed below the display, which results in an awkward angle for video chatting. The new XPS is at a bit heavier end at 1.3kg for the touchscreen model, which means you are going to feel the heft compared to some of today's other models. Build quality is still excellent thanks to the aluminium chassis with carbon fibre for the palm rest area.

The keys on the keyboard have just the right amount of travel for typing, and there's absolutely no flex around the keyboard area. The chiclet keys have good spacing, and the backlighting is pretty even across them. The glass trackpad works very well with tracking and Windows 10 gestures. There are two rubber strips on the bottom of the XPS 13 that act as feet to help prop the laptop up to keep the intake vents unobstructed.

The palm rest area does stay cool during gaming but the same cannot be said for the bottom of the laptop. The XPS 13 runs fairly cool if you’re doing things like editing a document and surfing the Web, but once you fire up a video or do anything graphically intensive, it gets really hot. At first we thought it was the due to the vents getting blocked but placing it on a table didn’t seem to help. Thankfully, the exhaust fans aren’t too noisy, and most of the hot air is expelled through a vent on the right, near the hinge.

For connectivity

The DW1820A 2x2 802.11ac Wi-Fi connectivity allows you to stay plugged in wherever you are. The Bluetooth 4.1 lets you share large multimedia files and data without interruptions across devices. Connect external hard drives and flash drives without any hassle with two USB 3.00 slots. Add the optional Dell The Thunderbolt Dock for an enhanced experience; its 3 multi-use port allows you to transfer data 8 times faster than regular USB 3.0 slots.  dedicated HDMI or even a Micro-HDMI port is sorely missed here. There are status LEDs on the side that show you how much charge the battery has left, and the Dell XPS 13 comes with two speakers, one on each side. Engineered to facilitate hi-speed connectivity no matter where you are the Dell XPS 13 has been crafted to not just meet but surpass all your expectations of what a laptop can do.

1. Speaker | 2. SD card slot | 3. USB 3.0 with PowerShare | 4. Noble lock slot | 5. AC power | 6. Thunderbolt™ 3 supporting: Power in/charging, PowerShare, Thunderbolt 3 (40Gbps bi-directional), USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10Gbps), VGA, HDMI, Ethernet and USB-A via Dell Adapter (sold separately) | 7. USB 3.0 | 8. Headset jack | 9. Battery gauge button and indicator

Dell XPS 13 specifications and features

The flagship version of the XPS 13 that we have ships with a Skylake-generation Core i7-6560U processor, which is a bit different from the i7-6500U that is more commonly found in ultrabooks. It has a slightly lower base clock and turbo frequency but packs in a bit more oomph in the graphics department. Instead of the integrated HD 520 graphics, it features Intel's Iris 540 graphics, promising better performance.

You also get 8GB of RAM, a 256GB SSD, an HD webcam,The 6th generation Intel Core i5-6200U in our Dell XPS 13 Ultrabook review unit delivers impressive performance for a 15W processor. While we can’t quite call this best-in-class performance among 13-inch Ultrabooks at the time of this writing, the Core i5-6200U does an impressive job overall and is equally impressive when it comes to power management. The Intel HD 520 integrated graphics are enough to handle playing 1080p video and up-scaled QHD+ video on the QHD+ display, but if you really want to make the most of the QHD+ resolution for 3D rendering or editing 4K video content then you probably want to spend the extra cash to upgrade to the optional Core i7-6560U processor with Intel Iris 540 graphics.

Dell XPS 13 performance

Speed and reliability are what you get with the Dell XPS 13. Backed by the 6th Generation Intel Core processors this laptop boots and resumes faster than you can type your password. The 256GB Solid State Drive hard drive paired with Intel HD Graphics 520 give you seamless navigational abilities between multiple apps. Boot times are quick, as are loading times for apps in general. The SSD puts on a good show here delivering really fast read and write speeds. We got 860MB/s for sequential read bandwidth and 663MB/s for write.

Multimedia experience

The multimedia displayed on the virtually infinite screen with a merely present 5.2 mm bezel will leave you entranced. The contemporary IGZO IPS panel provides a 170 degree wide viewing angle for comfort. The 400 nit brightness allows you to enjoy the display even under bright lights. A razor sharp contrast ratio of 1000:1 ensures that you see an entire spectrum of color and brings stunning images to life on your screen.

Multimedia playback is excellent, mostly thanks to the display. The laptop can handle high-resolution files with ease, and streaming movies and TV shows on the laptop is real treat. The built-in speakers are pretty loud, and Dell uses the Waves MaxxAudio software suite for sound enhancement. We didn’t find much use for the touchscreen though, since stretching out a hand to use it isn’t the most comfortable posture and the laptop doesn’t flip or bend so that it can be used in different positions.

Battery Life

The latest generation Dell XPS 13 Ultrabook features a 56Wh battery which is slightly more capacity than the previous generation (52Wh). The extra battery capacity combined with the superior energy efficiency of the Intel Core i5-6200U helped the XPS 13 deliver longer battery life despite the QHD+ display. Notebooks with Ultra-HD screens typically have worse battery life because all those extra pixels require extra power, but the XPS 13-9350 managed to last for almost 4 hours in Futuremark’s demanding Powermark benchmark. If you set the screen brightness to 70 percent or lower and just browse the web a fully charged XPS 13 should last for around 8 hours even with the QHD+ resolution display.

Verdict

The new Dell XPS 13 is every bit as good as it looks on paper, but it isn't the best ultrabook on the market anymore. Heating is a bit of a concern with the Core i7 model we tested, and it gets uncomfortable after a point if you’re using it on your lap. We feel a bit disappointed when it comes to onboard storage, which ideally should have been 512GB rather than 256GB. We also could have used either a Micro-HDMI port or an adapter bundled in the box.

While the starting price of the Dell XPS 13 Ultrabook comes in at roughly $800, our review sample includes the higher-resolution touchscreen display and a 256GB solid state drive (SSD). These upgrades certainly improve both the overall performance and the overall appeal of the XPS 13, but $1,500 is a lot to pay when you’re talking about a PC running on a Core i5-6200U and just 8GB of DDR3 system memory. The laptop ships with Windows 10 Home 64-bit along with a 12-month subscription to McAfee LiveSafe, Office 2016 Home and Student Edition, and a bunch of Dell utilities for driver updates.

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