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  Realme is set to launch in India its performance-centric Realme GT 5G series smartphones on Wednesday at 12:30 pm. Alongside, the Chinese electronics maker will debut the Realme Book Slim series laptops, expanding its product portfolio in India beyond smartphones, wearables, televisions and internet of things devices. Both the Realme GT 5G series smartphones and Realme Book Slim will be launched through a virtual event, which will livestream on company’s social media platforms, including YouTube and Facebook. Alternatively, you can watch the Realme GT 5G series and Realme Book Slim launch at the video feed embedded below. As for the product details, the Realme GT 5G series will include two models – Realme GT 5G and Realme GT Master Edition 5G. The Realme GT Master Edition 5G will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G processor. It will boast features like 65W SuperDart Charge and 120Hz Super AMOLED screen. For thermals, the phone will use ‘Stainless Steel Vapor Cool...

  American information technology company Hewlett-Packard on Monday launched in India the Victus 16 range of gaming laptop. Powered by AMD Ryzen and Intel Core processors, the Victus 16 laptops boast high resolution screen of fast refresh rate, enhanced thermal control features, and HP’s proprietary OMEN Gaming Hub. The Victus by HP E series laptops, powered by AMD Ryzen processor, will be available on Amazon at a price starting at Rs 64,999. The Victus by HP D series laptops, powered by 11th Gen Intel processor, is priced Rs 74,999 onwards. It will be available on Reliance digital store in coming weeks. “We are on the cusp of a major gaming boom in India based on the rising popularity of gaming witnessed in the last few years. For youngsters in India, gaming is increasingly becoming a passion point like music or any other sport. In fact, HP India’s recent Gaming Landscape Report 2021 suggests that over 90 per cent respondents agree that gaming is a viable career option. Belie...

  Avita continues to expand its laptop line-up in India. Known for its peppy looking thin-and-lightweight laptops, the Hong Kong-based electronics maker recently launched in India online exclusive Avita Liber V laptop. This Microsoft Windows 10 operating system-based laptop seems to be a feature-rich proposition powered by 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor. Is it as good as it seems to be on paper? Let’s find out: Design, display and design Avita Liber V Being a thin-and-light laptop, the Avita Liber V looks neat and features a slim chassis that weights around 1.28 kg. Complementing the design is the minimal bezels around the display. The thin-and-light design makes it easy to operate and the compact form factor makes it easy to carry. The laptop’s silver colour unit (review unit) boasts blue coating on the top side of the display lid. While the coating enhances the looks, it might not age well and start to chip off in the long term. Read More

  Expanding its 11th Gen mobile processor line-up, American chipmaker Intel on Tuesday announced the 11th Gen H-series mobile processors for gaming laptops. According to the company, the new mobile processors are also aimed at content creation and mobile workstations. One of the major differences between the existing 11th Gen Intel Core processors (Tiger Lake U) and the newly unveiled ones (Tiger Lake H) is in the integrated graphic processing unit. The new processors are paired with the less powerful UHD integrated graphics (32 execution units compared to Iris’ 96 EUs). However, Intel said that the UHD graphics in the Tiger Lake-H series chips is based on Xe architecture, but it is not branded as Xe. The 11th Gen Intel H-series processors are based on 10 nanometer SuperFin process technology, feature up to 8 cores and 16 threads, with single and dual-core turbo performance up to 5.0GHz. According to Intel, the central processing unit (CPU) can directly access GDDR6 memory a...

  In yet another bid to offer top-of-the-line specifications packed in a stylish machine, market leader Lenovo has brought a new laptop -- Yoga Slim 7i Carbon -- to India that will appeal to both entrepreneurs and millennials. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Carbon , a Windows 10 Home laptop, comes in two CPU options -- 11th-Gen Core i5 and 11th-Gen Core i7. This is paired with either 8GB/16GB LPDDR4X RAM clocked at 4266MHz, up to 1TB PCIe Gen 3 NVMe SSD, integrated Xe GPU to handle the graphics. It is now available at a starting price of Rs 1,19,990. According to the market research firm IDC, Lenovo led the global traditional PC market (including desktops, notebooks and workstations) in the first quarter of 2020 with a 24.3 per cent share, as the worldwide shipments grew 55.2 per cent (on-year). The new Yoga Slim 7i Carbon laptop, which weighs 0.97 kgs, is powered by the latest 11th-Gen Intel Tiger Lake CPUs. It is also Intel EVO certified, which brings the perfect combination of p...

  The HP Spectre x360 (13-inch) has always been appreciated for its ergonomic design, but not so much for its performance. The thin-and-light convertible laptop recently upgraded to the 11th-Gen Intel Core i7 processor (review unit). This upgrade has brought the performance gain this 2-in-1 laptop required to justify its premium stature. Besides, the laptop is Intel Evo platform-certified to deliver optimal user experience with a quick-boot time, instant resume function, extended on-battery time, and enhanced data transfer rate. So, how do the fresh upgrades work for the HP Spectre x360? Let’s find out: Design and display The HP Spectre x360 has been through several design refresh cycles, but the latest upgrade does not bring any significant changes to its looks. The convertible laptop boasts portable ergonomics with a thin and lightweight form factor. Crafted from a single piece of aluminium, the laptop has faceted corners and sides and chamfered edges. The top side of the la...

  Honor is reportedly planning to launch a newly designed MagicBook laptop with narrower screen bezels. The newly designed MagicBook series may be powered by AMD's Raider 5000U series or Intel's 11th generation Core H35 processors, which are expected to be released in March.According to GzimoChina, the chin region of the display will carry the company's logo while the power button will be housed on the top right corner of the bottom half.As per the report, the laptop's camera will be shifted to the top center region of the keyboard. Recently, the company launched its new MagicBook 14 2021, MagicBook 15 2021 laptop series in China. Both the laptops feature new 11th-Gen Intel Core i processors and come with up to Nvidia GeForce MX450 discrete graphics. The company claims that the new MagicBook laptops come with 49 per cent performance boost compared to the older generation. It runs Microsoft's Windows 10 Home operating system. Read More

  South Korean tech giant Samsung is working on two new laptops -- Galaxy Book Pro and Galaxy Book Pro 360 -- that may feature OLED displays and will be compatible with S Pen stylus. The Galaxy Book Pro will be available in an LTE variant as well, and the Galaxy Book Pro 360 will also come in a 5G version. The Galaxy Book Pro could feature a traditional form factor, while the Galaxy Book Pro 360 could be a 2-in-1 laptop with a 360-degree hinge, reports SamMobile. The laptops were first revealed in a Bluetooth certification filing that surfaced last month. Both laptop models feature Bluetooth 5.1 as per the certification documents. According to The Verge, the laptops will reportedly be available with 13.3-inch and 15.6-inch screens. These wouldn't be the first of Samsung's laptops to support the S Pen, but it comes after the company announced a new pair of S Pen styluses alongside the Galaxy S21 Ultra, the report said. Read More

  Chinese electronics maker Lenovo on Friday launched in India the 11th Gen Intel Core processor powered Yoga 7i, Yoga 9i, and IdeaPad Slim 5i laptops. Priced Rs 63,990 onwards, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is now available on Lenovo web portal, Amazon India, and Lenovo exclusive offline stores. The Yoga 7i and Yoga 9i at Rs 99,000 and Rs 1,69,990, respectively. The Yoga 7i and 9i are available for pre-order on Lenovo web portal. The Yoga 7i will go on sale from January 15, whereas, the Yoga 9i sales will begin from January 12. Lenovo Yoga 7i: Details Powered by the 11th Generation Intel Core processors with Intel Iris Xe graphics, the Yoga 7i features rounded edges, four-side narrow bezel design, a 360-degree hinge, Rapid Charge Express, and intelligent Cooling for optimising the performance with up to 16 hours of battery life. The Yoga 7i also features Dolby Atmos speaker system, and Lenovo Smart Assist combined with a fingerprint reader for biometric authentication and True...

  Huawei is reportedly working on a flagship laptop, powered by its own Kirin chip and now photo of the upcoming product's shipping box released on the Chinese social media platform Weibo has revealed its important specifications. According to GSMArena, the laptop will be powered by the impressive and powerful Kirin 990 chipset paired with 8GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and a 14-inch 1080p display, well primed from excellent visuals and speed operations. The laptop itself is named Qingyun L410 and is expected to be a cheaper version of the MateBook 14. There's also the possibility of the device supporting 5G connectivity given that the SoC itself features an integrated 5G modem. This 5G capability is one feature that could stand the device out and enhance Huawei's reputation. The laptop will most certainly hit the Chinese market first before going international. If Huawei has plans to release it outside of China in the first place. Read More

  The Asus ZenBook Flip S (UX371) is among the first laptops in India to be powered by Intel’s 11th Gen Core processor. Based on the Intel Evo platform, the laptop is touted to be deliver optimal performance, top-notch connectivity solutions, enhanced on-battery time, and fast data transfer rate. Besides, the ZenBook Flip S (UX371) boasts a vivid 4K OLED screen, a premium metallic design, full-size backlit keyboard, and Harmon Kardon-certified audio system. Priced at Rs 1,49,990, the ZenBook Flip S (UX371) seems to be a solid laptop for work, play and entertainment. How does it justify its price tag when put to the rigours of daily use? Let’s find out: Design The ZenBook Flip S (UX371) is a premium laptop with a convertible design and thin-and-light form factor. It is only 13.9mm thick and weighs around 1.2kg. Its lightweight build makes it convenient to use in diverse environments – office, home, cab, metro, etc. Moreover, its thin profile makes it easy to handle and store; i...

  Taiwanese electronics maker Asus on Thursday expanded its consumer notebook portfolio in India with the launch of 11th Gen Intel Core processor powered ZenBook and VivoBook laptops. The range of laptops are based on Intel Evo platform, which the American chipmaker Intel announced with the launch of 11th Gen Intel Core processors . The new range includes a flagship model, Zenbook Flip S (UX371), accompanied by Zenbook Flip 13 (UX363), Zenbook 14 (UX435) and Vivobook Flip 14 (TP470), among others. “After championing the thin-and-light segment, with new convertible laptops we aim to provide the functionality, capability, and usability accompanied with unparalleled performance. The full range is powered with the latest 11th Gen Intel processors along with stunning 4K OLED display for a #BrighterNewWorld and unmatched PC experience in the category. We are attuned with evolving consumer requirements and have them at the very core of our product development strategy that enables us ...

  Flipkart on Monday launched in India the Nokia PureBook X14 laptop, marking the brand’s entry in to the laptops segment. The Nokia PureBook X14 comes with 10th Gen Intel Core i5 processor, priced at Rs 59,990. The Flipkart-exclusive laptop will be available for preorders from December 18, 2020. The Nokia PureBook X14 is touted to be 1.1 kg in weight and 16.8mm in form-factor. It sports a 14-inch fullHD screen with support for Dolby Vision high dynamic range (HDR). Besides, the Nokia PureBook X14 supports Dolby Atmos for headphones. “Launching the Nokia brand into this new product category is testament to our successful collaboration with Flipkart. We are excited to offer consumers in India a Nokia branded laptop which brings innovation to address a gap in the market, as well as the style, performance and reliability that the Nokia brand is known for,” Vipul Mehrotra, Vice President – Nokia Brand Partnerships said in a statement. Read More  

  Finnish telecom company Nokia is likely to come up with its Purebook laptop series in India soon, as per the teaser on Flipkart. There is no clarity over the launch date but news reports say Nokia could launch it by December-end. The teaser on Flipkart does not reveal any specifics about the upcoming Nokia PureBook Laptop series line-up but confirms that the laptops will be lightweight and powerful.   According to a new report citing the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) listing, there are nine models of the Nokia Purebook and it is likely that five are going to be powered by Intel Core i5 processors and four of them by the Core i3 processors. The laptops are likely to be powered by Intel’s 10th-generation Comet Lake series of Core processors. Read More      

  The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus is a one-of-its-kind notebook with dual displays – a 13.3-inch primary screen complemented by a secondary 10.8-inch e-Ink screen. It may not be the only notebook with a dual-screen design, but it is indeed the only that lets you use the secondary screen without lifting the display lid. That is because the e-Ink display is available on the cover, and it is always active – unless the notebook runs out of battery. Therefore, you neither have to open the lid nor wake the laptop to use the secondary screen. Moreover, the e-Ink display is touch-enabled and supports Lenovo’s digital pen tool (an in-box accessory). The e-Ink display is supplementary, and so is its usage. Besides showing notifications, the e-Ink display can be used as an e-reader (through the Windows Kindle app) and PDF viewer with annotate and review functionality. Moreover, you can use it to sketch and take notes. Thankfully, Lenovo has integrated Microsoft OneNote – not something of its own...

  Expanding its notebook line-up in India, Chinese electronics maker Xiaomi on Thursday launched the Mi Notebook 14 e-learning edition with 10th Gen Intel Core i3 processor. Touted as e-learning device, the notebook will be available in Silver colour at an inaugural price of Rs 34,999 on Mi.com, Mi Homes, Amazon and offline stores.   “We are super thrilled to be expanding our portfolio, this time focused on addressing the growing needs of learning from home. Mi Notebook 14 e-learning edition is a perfect model for young professionals and students and will provide an intuitive and user-friendly experience,” Raghu Reddy, Chief Business Officer, Mi India said in a statement. The Mi Notebook 14 e-learning edition sports a 14-inch screen of fullHD resolution stretched in 16:9 aspect ratio. The screen is covered with an anti-glare coating to filter reflections and reduce strain on eyes while working in a bright environment or under a direct light source. Read More

  Chinese electronics maker Huawei’s digital brand Honor has, since late last year, been planning to expand its hardware lines beyond smartphones. After a silent period of over six months, the brand launched its first notebook, the Honor MagicBook 15 , in the country in August. It is a thin and light notebook that brings some premium features at an affordable price tag of Rs 42,990. In principle, the Honor MagicBook 15 seems to be a decent notebook for everyday use. But does it justify its pricing? Let’s find out: Design Made of aluminium, the MagicBook 15 has a thin and lightweight build. It might not be the most compact notebook around, but it certainly has a zing to its design which adds to the product’s overall premium character. But there are some issues: Even if the design is good and the build sturdy, the weight distribution is quite uneven. And, its hinge is unable to keep the display lid intact; it keeps swaying backwards even on slight movements. Read More

  Dell on Tuesday launched in India the XPS 17 notebook with 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processors, paired with discreet Nvidia GeForce GTX graphic processing units (GPUs). Priced Rs 2,09,500 onwards, the XPS 17 will be available in 10th Generation Intel Core i7 FHD processor and Core i7 UHD processor with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti GPU configurations. It will be available on Amazon India, Dell online store and select Dell Exclusive Stores from August 18. The XPS 17 features bezel-less four-sided InfinityEdge display, accommodating a big screen panel on a 15-inch laptop footprint. Made from two pieces of machined aluminium, it is lightweight, sturdy, and durable. According to the company, the Dell XPS 17 enclosure is made through CNC (computer numerical control) machining process and the Corning Gorilla Glass 6 is bonded to the aluminium to make it damage-resistant, durable, and elegant. Read More               ...

The Mi Notebook 14 Horizon Edition, a thin and light notebook series from Chinese internet company Xiaomi, recently made its global debut from India. It comes with 10th-generation Intel Core i5 and Intel Core i7 processor variants. The two variants are quite similar — other than the processor, of course — so, they have a price difference of only Rs 5,000. Which one makes a better value proposition, and why? Before we answer this pertinent question, let’s look at what the Mi Notebook 14 Horizon Edition has in store for laptop users: Mi Notebook 14 Horizon Edition Design The Mi Notebook 14 Horizon Edition has an intriguing design, which you otherwise get only in premium notebooks like Apple MacBook Pro and Dell XPS 13. Made of aluminium and magnesium alloy, the notebook looks premium and has a compact form factor that is both thin (17.15mm) and lightweight (1.35 kg). The design is accentuated by a 14-inch screen, which leaves minimal bezels on the top and sides, and the pr...

Xiaomi on Thursday made a global debut of the Mi Notebook-series laptops from India. The Chinese internet company launched the Mi Notebook 14 Horizon Edition and Mi Notebook 14 with up to 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor. The Mi Notebook 14 Horizon Edition comes in Core i5 and Core i7 variants, priced at Rs 54,999 and Rs 59,999, respectively. The Mi Notebook 14, on the other hand, ships with Core i5 processor at a starting price of Rs 41,999. The laptops go on sale from June 17 at Mi online store, Amazon India, Mi Home and Mi Studio. It shall also be available on retail outlets soon. Xiaomi Mi Notebook 14 Horizon Edition specifications and features The Mi Notebook 14 Horizon Edition laptops have 14-inch fullHD screens with 178-degree viewing angles and anti-glaring coating. Made of aluminium, the thin and light laptops have 91 per cent screen to body ratio. The Horizon Edition comes in two processor variants; Intel Core i5 10th Gen and Intel Core i7 10th Gen. Both the varia...