Bose Smart Soundbar 900 launched in India with Dolby Atmos https://www.digit.in vasan.gs@9dot9.in (G. S. Vasan) Bose India has unveiled a new soundbar in India called Smart Soundbar 900. It is a Dolby Atmos speaker backed by proprietary spatial technologies. Thanks to the presence of HDMI eARC, you get to plug in the soundbar to a TV with a single cable and have a two-way sound transmission. There are wireless connectivity options like WiFi and Bluetooth also. Not only that, the new Bose soundbar also supports remote voice control with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. There’s even a smart app for this purpose. You also get to enjoy Spotify Connect and AirPlay 2. So, let’s see have a better look at the offering from this Bose Smart Soundbar 700 successor. Bose Smart Soundbar 900 Specs and Features The Bose soundbar is equipped with Dolby Atmos for surround sound. This is accompanied with the company’s own tricks for the spatial sound. Bose has put in custom arrays, dipole-transducers, and low-profile transducers along with what is called Bose spatial technologies. Here’s how the company describes its in-house features: “While conventional Dolby Atmos soundbars create sound “overhead,” the 900 does more. Bose PhaseGuide technology adds other dimensions just as precisely, placing and “pinning” distinct sound to the right and left where there are no speakers. So the helicopter hovers above you – while the actors run past you, not across your screen. Or the singer is standing center-left while performing – and you hear them performing center-left in your room. When there’s no Dolby Atmos content, the horizontal spatial effects are just as effective, and Bose TrueSpace technology takes over for the vertical experience, remixing signals to add “height” without adding a ceiling speaker. For programming or playlists, Bose QuietPort technology delivers exceptional bass performance and virtually no distortion at any volume. And if furnishings or system placement interfere with audio quality, proprietary ADAPTiQ technology automatically fixes it, optimizing performance for every space, every time.” Bose notes the dimensions of the Smart Soundbar 900 to be — 2.3” high, just over 4” deep, and 41” long. It is oval-shaped with wraparound metal grille and a supposedly impact-resistant tempered glass top. As mentioned already in the beginning, there’s support for HDMI eARC which allows for a single cable two-way audio transmission with your TV. The Bose Smart Soudbar 900 specifications include WiFi, Bluetooth, built-in voice control with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, and Bose Voice4Video which lets you quickly call up a video on screen with your voice. Bose Smart Soundbar 900 Price and Availability You can buy the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 from all Bose exclusive stores, offline retail chains Croma, Reliance & Vijay sales, and on Amazon, Flipkart priced at ₹104900. As for other news, reviews, feature stories, buying guides and everything else tech-related, keep reading Digit.in. https://ift.tt/o6wVDTs April 27, 2022 at 06:22AM

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Optoma introduces the WUXGA Projector series with up to 21000 lumens of brightness https://www.digit.in vasan.gs@9dot9.in (G. S. Vasan) Optoma, the Taiwanese projector brand has announced a new WUXGA line of projectors in India. These projectors boast high brightness with up to 21000 lumens. There are three models namely ZU1600, ZU1800, and ZU2100 with 16,000 lm, 18,000 lm, and 21,000 lm respectively. They also claim 4K HDR compatibility, 24/7 operation capabilities, and easy installation with support for 8 interchangeable lenses. Here are the full details. Optoma WUXGA series Specs and Features Optoma brandishes the brightness capability of this new WUXGA crop of projectors. Out of the three variants, the ZU1600 can hit 16000lm, while ZU1800 can reach 18000lm, and as you could guess, the ZU2100 with 21000lm of luminosity. Besides the lumen count, these projectors sport 1920 x 1200 WUXGA resolution, 4K HDR projections, 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio. The company is proud of the colour, detail, and overall picture quality of these projectors. It has also equipped the devices with its proprietary Visual Suite software offering automatic image adjustments, required digital warping, blending, and tweaks for brightness and fidelity. The brand also extols how the device is flexible to install. It comes with a metal and modular design with redundant input and fast switch support, eight interchangeable lenses, ranging from short throw to long throw ratios (0.65 –10.8:1), and the option to shift the lenses both horizontally and vertically. And once it’s ready and set, Optoma quotes up to 30,000 hours of laser lifetime, and you should be able to run it all day. The projectors are rated with IP5X against dust, as well as claimed heat endurance up to 122 degrees Fahrenheit/50 degrees Celsius. Speaking on this occasion, Mr. Vijay Sharma, Country Head-India, Optoma corporation said, “We are enthralled with the launch of the range of High Brightness projector series which is going to deliver an unmatchable viewing experience in PROAV solutions. We are constantly innovating to address the unique and evolving performance needs of the ProAV market, and are thrilled to enhance Optoma’s award-winning projection portfolio, offering a full line-up of projector solutions ranging from 3,000 to 21,000 lumens.” Meanwhile, Mr. Gordan Wu, APAC Head, Optoma Corporation said, “The Ultra Bright Series ZU1600, ZU1800 and ZU2100 projectors are carefully designed additions to our extensive range of professional display products, providing customers with high brightness, flexible solutions that deliver both on price and visual performance.” For more such news, buying guides, feature stories, reviews, and everything else tech-related, keep reading Digit.in. https://ift.tt/E0WGTsO February 15, 2022 at 11:03AM

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Sony launches SRS-NB10 and SRS-NS7 Wireless Neckband Speaker along with WLA-NS7 Wireless Transmitter https://www.digit.in editor@digit.in (Atreya Raghavan) Sony India, on the 24th of January 2022, launched two new wireless neckband speakers – the SRS-NB10 and the SRS-NS7 along with the WLA-NS7 wireless transmitter, allowing users an immersive work from home as well as home entertainment experience. The lightweight design of both speakers is IPX4 rated, ensuring that they are splash-resistant and can be used while performing daily chores around the house as well as working out without worrying. Furthermore, both the SRS-NB10 and the SRS-NS7 support quick charging and can be charged for ten minutes via a USB Type-C cable, allowing up to an hour extra of playback time. SRS-NB10 Wireless Neckband Speaker Specifications The SRS-NB10 features a full-range speaker unit angled upwards, which optimises sound towards the user’s ears alone. Along with this, it also has embedded radiators at the back of the unit to boost the bass. Sony’s SRS-NB10 speakers also come equipped with Sony’s Precise Voice Pickup Technology. Two directional microphones in the speaker minimise echo and ambient noise and deliver clear voice quality. The SRS-NB10 has a microphone mute button, as well as touch-sensitive volume rockers and a pause/play button. The SRS-NB10 provides users with up to 20 hours of playback time on a single charge and supports quick charging as well. SRS-NS7 Wireless Neckband Speaker Specifications Sony’s SRS-NS7 is the world’s first Dolby Atmos wireless neck speaker compatible with Sony’s Bravia XR models. With Sony’s 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer App, it delivers to users a 360-degree surround sound experience. Equipped with Sony’s unique X-Balanced Speaker Unit, Sony’s SRS-NS7 has an optimum speaker size in a compact body which helps in increased sound pressure and reduces distortion of vocals. Sony’s SRS-NS7 speakers can be used by connecting the WLA-NS7 wireless transmitter to the television with an optical cable and a USB cable and pairing the SRS-NS7 to it via Bluetooth. In addition to the SRS-NS7 speakers, the WLA-NS7 wireless transmitter also supports Sony’s WF-1000XM3, WH-1000XM4, WH-XB700, and WI-1000XM2 headphone models. The SRS-NS7 provides up to 12 hours of playback time with regular usage and around five hours, at maximum volume on a single charge. Pricing and Availability Sony’s SRS-NB10 and SRS-NS7 wireless speakers and the Sony WLA-NS7 wireless transmitter are priced at Rs. 11,990, Rs. 22,900 and Rs. 5,690 respectively. They can be purchased at all Sony Centre retail outlets and other major electronics stores across the country, as well as E-commerce portals, and www.ShopatSC.com from the 24th of January, 2022 onwards. https://ift.tt/3H6GICn January 26, 2022 at 09:46PM

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Xiaomi Soundbar 31 with wireless subwoofer, DTS Virtual X support announced https://www.digit.in news@digit.in (Digit NewsDesk) Xiaomi has launched a 3.1 soundbar. As the name suggests, the bar will house the centre, left and right channels and the bar will be accompanied by a subwoofer. Xiaomi has taken to Twitter to highlight some of the features of the Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1. Let's take a look at its features and specifications in detail. Find a cozy place at home and choose your favorite movie and connect #XiaomiSoundbar 3.1ch to the TV. Let the audio magic begin! #SmartLivingForEveryone pic.twitter.com/mGK1AlwChM — Xiaomi (@Xiaomi) November 11, 2021 Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1 specifications and features As we’ve mentioned above the Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1 is a 3.1 soundbar and comes with a wireless subwoofer. It has 430W power output. The soundbar supports Dolby Audio, DTS Digital Surround along with DTS: Virtual X. When it comes to sound modes, in addition to AI Sound and Night Mode, the soundbar also has the usual presets such as Standard, Cinema, Music, Game and News. For connectivity options, the soundbar supports NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 HDMI Input (passthrough port), HDMI Output (ARC port), Optical Input, Coaxial Input and USB port. The device is black in colour and the front of the bar has a display to give you information like volume level source, etc. The bar itself has six drivers - 3 full-range speakers and 3 tweeters. The subwoofer has a 6.5-inch down-firing driver. The soundbar has physical controls on the top and also comes with a remote control. Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1: What's in the box? In addition to the soundbar and the subwoofer, users get an HDMI cable, remote control, wall mount bracket, warranty card, user manual, power adapter and two power cables. Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1 price and availability The price and availability of the Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1 still isn't known. It also is not clear whether Xiaomi will launch the device in India. In India, Xiaomi launched the Mi Soundbar back in 2019. The device was a single bar itself and did not come with a subwoofer. It was a budget soundbar priced at Rs 4,999. You can read our review of the soundbar here. Xiaomi has launched a large portfolio of TVs ranging from 32-inch going up to 75-inches (review) in India. It would be interesting to see the brand expand its portfolio and launch the 3.1 soundbar in India. If you are in the market for a new soundbar, you can check out our list of best soundbars under Rs 30,000 here. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J November 17, 2021 at 03:53PM

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WhatsApps new Desktop app has been launched https://www.digit.in editor@digit.in (Kajoli Anand Puri) Whatsapp has been working on a standalone app for Windows, and as per recent reports, the app is now launched. True to its word, Whatsapp is trying to bring multi-device functionality, and a part of this effort includes launching apps compatible with different devices. What are the features of the Whatsapp Desktop app? Based on the Universal Windows Platform, Whatsapp’s desktop application will allow users to receive notifications on their desktops even when their smartphones are not connected to the internet. The app is based on the XAML UI Language which is what allows it to function on native windows apps. Aesthetically, it is quite similar to Whatsapp web, however, you can expect a few functional changes that should enhance your user experience. The new writing pad feature will allow users to sketch pictures and share them over Whatsapp, by using Windows Ink. Other features, such as the new privacy features added to the smartphone app, will be present within the Desktop app too. Whatsapp is also working on a new app for MacOS Catalyst. According to Wabetainfo, even though MacOS Catalyst allows users to use iPad compatible apps, support for the same for Whatsapp will be extended at a later date. How to download the Whatsapp Desktop app? To download the Whatsapp Desktop app, you must: Visit this website: https://ift.tt/2WTiXMq Click the Get Button. Click the No button to skip the sign in process. An installation window will pop up. The app will download automatically. Click the Launch button. The desktop app will open and display a QR code. Scan the QR code with your registered smartphone to begin using the Beta version of the Whatsapp Desktop app. Also Read: 5 Whatsapp updates and features to look out for https://ift.tt/32eNfeZ November 17, 2021 at 03:52PM

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Get your Adrian ShepherdPyro cosplay on with the Razer Zephyr facemask https://www.digit.in editor@digit.in (Kajoli Anand Puri) Earlier this year, Razer revealed its plans to develop and ship Smart face masks by the end of this year. The brand has made good on its promise and has finally revealed the Zephyr, a Smart RGB face mask designed for gamers to use during the pandemic. What is Razer’s Zephyr? Zephyr is Razer’s newest offering. The Smart mask has replaceable N95 filters and a dual fan active air filtration system that’s claimed to not only protect the user, but also those around them. The transparent front cover has silicone edges so that the mask can create a secure seal around the mouth and nose, ensuring protection from germs and viruses. Additionally, it has anti-fog coating and interior lights, along with the exterior RGB lights that you can control via your smartphone. The interior lights have been added to the product to ensure that the wearer’s face is visible in the dark. How much does Razer’s Smart Face Mask Cost? Razer’s Smart Face Mask reportedly costs $100 (Rs 7,485 approx converted) for the mask itself, or $150 for the starter kit, which includes three replaceable N95 filters. Each filter is priced at $30 if you plan to buy them individually. The masks are already out of stock on Razer’s website, and it may be a while before everyone can get their hands on them. Also Read: Razer Is Now A Part Of The 'Custom Mechanical Keyboard' Gang https://ift.tt/3pD568O October 25, 2021 at 01:37PM

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Now everyone can create Spaces on Twitter https://www.digit.in editor@digit.in (Kajoli Anand Puri) Clubhouse has disrupted the social media world with its audio-only chat rooms, demonstrating that valuable content still has a space online. In an effort to emulate the same, Twitter launched its own version known as Spaces in November 2020. Users who had over 600 followers could host a space anytime. Now, Twitter has introduced two new developments, the ability to hold Ticketed Spaces, and the ability to host a Space irrespective of your follower count. Twitter is investing heavily in Spaces Ever since the launch of spaces, Twitter has demonstrated a keen interest in growing the platform. Over the course of a year, Twitter has added new functionalities to Spaces, including the ability to add co-hosts, up to 10 speakers (to create a panel), and a separate fund for creators leveraging Spaces, known as the Spark Program. Now, it wants everyone to use Spaces to grow their Twitter following. It will even help creators develop a new revenue stream with the help of its Ticketed Spaces. Clubhouse initially began as an invite-only platform, perhaps to create the same hype that OnePlus smartphones had when they initially launched with their invite-only sales. The new social media platform abandoned the invite-only mode in July this year, believing it had garnered as much as it could out of it. Twitter, on the other hand, is a little late in making Spaces available to everyone and it will be interesting to see whether this gap will impact customer adoption. Also Read: Twitter’s Ticketed Spaces will give users a new way to make some cash https://ift.tt/3maH2rT October 25, 2021 at 01:35PM

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Realme to launch Buds Air 2 Green color option in India on October 13 https://www.digit.in sushant.talwar@9dot9.in (Sushant Talwar) Realme had previously launched the Buds Air 2 true wireless earbuds in the country, and now it is all set to release them in a new colour option — Green. Realme has announced that this TWS will be launched in India on October 13, alongside the upcoming Realme GT Neo 2 smartphone. The new colour will add to the already existing options, as the TWS is already available in three different colours — Closer White, Closer Black, and Closer Gold. These TWS will come with a green charging case that will feature a green colour on the outside and black colour on the inside. Apart from this, this colour of the earbuds will have a green colour on the stem with black colour on the tip. Realme Buds Air 2 features The earbuds will not feature any other changes to the Realme Buds Air 2, as everything else is set to remain untouched. Even the internals, which will come with 10mm DLC (Diamond-like Carbon) drivers and support Bluetooth 5.2. They will feature ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) and will be able to reduce the external noise up to 25dB. Inside, they will be powered by the company’s in-house Realme R2 chip and bring support for Google Fast Pair, wear detection as well as touch gesture controls. There’s also support for low-latency mode for gaming sessions. Apart from this, they will feature the same battery life as the other colour variants, with Realme claiming that the TWS earbuds will offer up to 25-hour battery life with ANC turned off and up to 22.5 hours with ANC turned on, with each cycle on the buds offering up to 5-hour battery life. It is claimed that 10 minutes of charging can deliver 2 hours of playback, while the TWS takes up to 2 hours to charge completely. https://ift.tt/3AsnVgK October 08, 2021 at 05:54PM

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OnePlus 9RT with 50MP camera and 120Hz display launch date announced https://www.digit.in editor@digit.in (Kajoli Anand Puri) OnePlus announced the official launch date for the OnePlus 9RT (the successor to the OnePlus 9R) to be October 13th. Additionally, the brand also released a few images of the device to confirm its specifications. However, do note that this launch date is specific to China, and it is still not clear whether the device will launch in India at the same time. OnePlus 9RT Specifications (expected) Reports published earlier have suggested that the OnePlus 9RT will have an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC and the same kind of 50MP Sony IMX766 camera that the OnePlus 9, OnePlus 9 Pro, and the OnePlus Nord 2 are equipped with. Moreover, it is also believed that the smartphone will have a full-HD+ display and a 4,500mAh battery with 65W fast charging support. The teasers released by the brand have confirmed the 50MP camera, Warp Charge feature, and 120Hz display. OnePlus 9RT Price in India While the official price for the OnePlus 9RT has not been revealed, reports indicate that the smartphone will sell in China for around CNY 2,000 - CNY 3,000. In terms of INR, this translates to anywhere between Rs 23,300 - 34,900. The smartphone is now available for pre-orders in China and a popular Chinese e-commerce site, known as JD.com, has added renders of the smartphone to its website to entice users. Since the launch of the OnePlus 9RT has been set for October 13 in China, we’re expecting the brand to make an official announcement about the launch in India within a few days. Also Read: OnePlus 9 Series, Oppo Find X3 Series Will Start Receiving Open Beta Update for ColorOS 12 https://ift.tt/3Bqd8Fe October 08, 2021 at 05:34PM

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Apple Watch Series 7 is up for preorder starting today, October 8 https://www.digit.in editor@digit.in (Kajoli Anand Puri) The Apple Watch Series 7 price in India has finally been announced. You can get this product for Rs 41,900 (starting price) when it goes on sale on 15th October. Additionally, consumers can start pre-ordering the product from today 8th October onward to ensure that it does not run out before they get a chance to buy it. Apple Watch Series 7: Release date Apple has announced that the Apple Watch Series 7 will release in waves, with the first wave starting on 15th October. The product will be available globally, and you can buy it in countries like Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Japan, Mexico, Russia, South Korea, the UAE, the UK, the US, and more than 50 other countries and regions. Apple Watch Series 7: Price in India The Apple Watch Series 7 will be priced differently for different variants. While the official pricing for the variants has not been released, Flipkart has begun listing pricings on their website. You’ll find that the Rs. 41,900 price tag has been paired with the 41-mm size variant of the Aluminium-made Apple Watch Series 7 GPS variant. Additionally, the 45-mm version of the GPS model has been priced at Rs. 44,900. The Apple Watch Series 7 GPS + Cellular option appeared on Flipkart at Rs. 50,900 for the 41mm variant and Rs. 53,900 for the 45mm option. Apple Watch 7 Series Specifications The Apple Watch Series 7 comes in 41mm and 45mm sizes and is packed in an IP6X rated body.The watch comes with an electrical heart sensor and a Blood Oxygen sensor. Additionally, it will support the ECG and Blood Oxygen apps and users should be able to access the details on their iPhones. The Apple Watch Series 7 comes with watchOS 8 along with new features such as a brand new QWERTY keyboard and two new watch faces, namely Contour and Modular Duo. The larger display is said to have a more optimised user interface. The Apple Watch Series 7 is also claimed to deliver 18-hour battery life and is supported with 33% faster charging. Also Read: Here Are Some Of The Best Sports Games On Apple Arcade https://ift.tt/3Bplb58 October 08, 2021 at 05:32PM

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Telegram saw 70 million new users when Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp went down https://www.digit.in editor@digit.in (Kajoli Anand Puri) Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram suffered a global outage that lasted over six hours on Monday evening. During this outage, one of Whatsapp’s biggest rivals, Telegram, saw 70 million new users sign up over the span of 6-7 hours. While Facebook reportedly lost 6 Billion USD during the outage, the likelihood of its losses to increase is high if users continue to adopt Telegram over its products. Telegram also shot to popularity earlier this year when WhatsApp’s privacy features came under scrutiny. Telegram celebrates while Whatsapp is down Telegram’s CEO, Pavel Durov, broke the news about Telegram’s new users when Whatsapp was down. “I am proud of how our team handled the unprecedented growth because Telegram continued to work flawlessly for the vast majority of our users. That said, some users in the Americas may have experienced slower speed than usual as millions of users from these continents rushed to sign up for Telegram at the same time,” Drove wrote on his Telegram channel. Addressing the outage, Facebook said, “Our engineering teams have learned that configuration changes on the backbone routers that coordinate network traffic between our data centres caused issues that interrupted this communication. This disruption to network traffic had a cascading effect on the way our data centres communicate, bringing our services to a halt.” Of course, a random surge in downloads and sign-ups may be cause for momentary happiness, but what remains to be seen is whether users stick to Telegram and Signal or migrate back to Whatsapp now that the app is up and running again. Also Read: Telegram Messenger update adds new features like Payments 2.0 and much more https://ift.tt/2ZX4q3h October 08, 2021 at 05:22PM

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Amazon Great Indian Festival 2021 Sale: HDFC Bank Resets Discounts on Debit, Credit Cards https://www.digit.in editor@digit.in (Rajashree Panda) Amazon’s 2021 Great Indian Festival Sale is in full swing. Amazon has partnered with HDFC Bank to offer a 10% instant discount when purchasing with the bank’s credit or debit card. The partner bank has developed a new discount programme for buyers. With the Amazon sale 2021, HDFC has reset its debit and credit card discount offers. Amazon will offer a 10% instant discount (up to Rs 1,500 – non-EMI order) on a minimum purchase of Rs 5,000 made with HDFC Bank credit or debit cards. The 10 percent HDFC Bank Credit Cards discount and HDFC Bank Debit Cards offer was updated on 5th October 2021 and will remain until 7th October. If you have already used the offer’s discount limit between 2-4 October, you will get the discount limit again from 5-7 Oct. This reset is accessible on credit cards, debit cards, and EMIs. If you haven’t used the offer till now, then the same offer remains for you. This would allow customers to use bank discounts twice during this Amazon offer. Let’s see what’s coming after 7th October. How does the Amazon offer from HDFC Bank work? Between October 2 and 4, use your HDFC Bank credit card to receive a 10% instant discount on non-EMI orders of up to Rs. 1,500 and EMI orders of up to Rs. 1,750. Between October 5th and 7th, the discount amount will vary between Rs. 1,250 (non-EMI) and Rs. 1,500 (EMI) (EMI). Note: It is necessary to first activate your HDFC Bank card for online purchases and set transaction limits before you can purchase through HDFC Bank Discounts on Amazon. Additionally, Amazon is offering an additional discount to HDFC credit cardholders during the sale. With this offer, all purchases of Rs.30,000 or more receive an instant discount of Rs.1500. Similarly, for single purchases of Rs 1 lakh or more, you will receive an instant discount of Rs 7,500. https://ift.tt/3uR9dPj October 08, 2021 at 05:18PM

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CoinDCX signs Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan as brand ambassador https://www.digit.in editor@digit.in (Sudip Saha) CoinDCX signs Amitabh Bachchan as brand ambassador Crypto Exchange CoinDCX on Monday has appointed Amitabh Bachchan as its brand ambassador. Amitabh Bachchan, popularly Big B, will act as a brand ambassador of CoinDCX, one of India’s most popular crypto exchanges to promote cryptocurrency as an asset class. “Through this collaboration, CoinDCX wants to increase awareness around crypto and popularise crypto as an emerging asset class,” the company said in a press note. “Through Mr Bachchan, CoinDCX wants to convey that it is at the forefront when it comes to the safety of its users and being compliant with all the regulations. In addition, the brand aims to educate prospective users about the crypto space”, the company further said. Amitabh Bachchan’s NFT collection will be up for bidding in November As per various media reports, Amitabh Bachchan will be launching his NFT collection in November. In the world of cryptocurrencies, NFT stands for Non – Fungible Token - a unit of data stored on a digital ledger, called a blockchain. Every data stored on a blockchain is unique. Some rare NFTs are auctioned for millions of dollars. Image Courtesy: Wikimedia Commons “We are honoured to have Bachchan as our brand ambassador. Being a crypto investor himself and having launched his own NFT (non-fungible token) recently, Bachchan is well-versed with the crypto space. His knowledge will prove valuable in building trust and credibility amongst new users. We are certain that his association with CoinDCX will help bring greater visibility to the world of crypto and develop a strong brand recall for us,” said Sumit Gupta, CEO, CoinDCX. Amitabh Bachchan is also the brand ambassador of ‘RBI Kehta Hai’ campaign The ‘angry young man of Bollywood’ is also the brand ambassador of RBI’s customer awareness programme – ‘RBI Kehta Hai’ or ‘RBI Says’. Through this campaign, the central bank keeps informing the do’s and don’ts that one should follow to transact safely and securely. The megastar was also seen promoting digital banking during the lockdown. RBI Kehta Hai... Pay Digital, Stay Safe!@RBI @DasShaktikanta @SrBachchan #rbitoday #rbigovernor #COVID19 #IndiaFightsCoronavirus #StayHomeStaySafe https://t.co/BrT4IupbDW pic.twitter.com/th7vDn1EdP — RBI Says (@RBIsays) April 9, 2020 The superstar is also seen promoting the RBI’s awareness programme through the iconic quiz show, KBC. With Mr Bachchan joining CoinDCX as its first brand ambassador, he will be also seen promoting crypto awareness campaigns. RBI on multiple occasions have raised their concerns about cryptocurrencies, as they are not regulated. Notably, RBI had banned cryptocurrency in April 2018. The Supreme Court in March ’20 had allowed trading in cryptocurrencies. Later, RBI clarified that the circular was no longer valid as it was set aside by the Supreme Court. Disclaimer: This article has been authored by a member of our Digit Squad community. https://ift.tt/302el7H October 08, 2021 at 05:13PM

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Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2021: Deals and offers on headphones and TWS earbuds https://www.digit.in dhriti@digit.in (Dhriti Datta) If you've been meaning to purchase a headphone or TWS earphone for your music listening or calling needs, it's an excellent time to buy ahead and make that purchase. The festive season is here, and with that come festive sales! The Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2021 is now underway and the sale has some really enticing offers on headphones and TWS under all budgets. However, it can be rather tiresome to sift through all the products on offer on Amazon and that's where we come in. We've curated a list with some of the best deals and offers on headphones and TWS earbuds during the Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale. Here are the headphone and TWS deals you must check out. Sony WF-1000XM3 The Sony WF-1000XM3 truly wireless earbuds (review) are well-known for their industry-leading Active Noise Cancellation performance and solid overall sound quality. The earphones are available at a discounted price of Rs 9,990 during the Amazon Great Indian Festival sale, which is a massive drop from their MRP of Rs 19,990. The earbuds come with 32 hours of battery life, voice assistant support, app support, customisable controls and equaliser, and much more. For sound, the Sony WF-1000XM3 comes with Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX that scales up compressed digital music files for an enhanced audio experience. You can buy the earphones here. Jabra Elite 75t and Jabra Elite 85t Jabra always has some excellent deals on offer during sales season, and this time is no different. Both the Jabra Elite 75t and Jabra Elite 85t, equipped with Active Noise Cancellation, see a sizable discount during this sale. The Jabra Elite 75t (review) is the successor of the Elite 65t and is available at a discounted price of Rs 7,999 during the Amazon Great Indian Festival sale. The earphones come with upgrades such as Active Noise Cancellation, 24-hour battery life, and IP55 weather resistance. You can also use the Jabra Sound+ app to customise certain aspects of the earphone, making it a well-rounded TWS earphone. You can buy it here. The Jabra Elite 85t (review) succeeds the Jabra Elite 75t. It is available at a discounted price of Rs 13,999 during the Great Indian Festival sale. The earbuds come equipped with upgrades over the Elite 75t such as 6-microphone technology for Active Noise Cancellation and calls, 31 hours of battery life, and more. It is also supported on the Jabra Sound+ app where users can customise the buds. You can buy the earbuds here. Sony WH-1000XM4 The successors to the acclaimed Sony WH-1000XM3, the Sony Mark 4s (review) come with improved noise cancellation and sound quality, making them one of the most remarkable pairs of noise-cancelling headphones on the market. The headphones are available at a discounted price of Rs 22,990 during the Great Indian Festival sale. The headphones come with best-in-class Active Noise Cancellation and dynamic and detailed sound. They also have impressive battery life, multipoint connection support, and stellar app features. You can buy the headphones here. Apple AirPods Pro The AirPods Pro's price has been slashed down to Rs 17,990 during the Amazon Great Indian Festival sale. If you're an Apple user, now may be a great time to snag these earphones and get the sweet ecosystem benefits. Apple’s AirPods Pro in-ear true wireless headphones have a lot going for them. They come equipped with ANC, Transparency Mode, silicone ear tips, an IP rating, a customisable EQ, and a whopping 24 hours of total battery life. They also offer sweat and water resistance and seamless connection with Apple products. You can get these earphones here. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro (review) are a no-brainer if you're a Samsung user since you will get excellent sound quality and access to all the Samsung-exclusive features. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro is priced at Rs 9,990 during the sale and see a massive Rs 6,000 discount from its original price of Rs 15,990. The buds also come equipped with a wide array of premium features such as Active Noise Cancellation, Voice Detect, Ambient Sound, 360 Audio, Dolby Head Tracking, Auto Switch and much more. You can buy these earbuds here. Sennheiser Momentum Wireless 3 The Sennheiser Momentum Wireless 3 (review) headphones are the company's third iteration of their Momentum wireless headphones lineup. The cans can be purchased at a discounted price of Rs 27,990 during the Great Indian Festival sale. The headphones come packing features such as Active Noise Cancellation, USB Type-C charging, adjustable EQ, high-end codec support and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. They also have a premium design and build. These headphones are also excellent for those who take calls often due to their excellent microphone performance. You can buy these headphones here. boAt Rockerz 550 If you're looking for a pair of headphones with thumpy bass response that doesn't burn a hole in your pocket, the boAt Rockerz 550 is a good option. The headphones are priced at Rs 1,499 during the sale and come in 5 different colour options. The earphones are powered by Bluetooth 5.0 and are equipped with large 50mm dynamic drivers. They also have a decent battery life of 20 hours with a charging time of 2.5 hours. Additionally, you can also use these wireless earphones with an AUX cable, if you prefer to. You can buy these headphones here. Boult Audio ProBass Curve The Boult Audio ProBass Curve are an extremely inexpensive pair of wireless neckband-style earphones that come with features such as 12 hours of battery life, a built-in microphone, and IPX5 water resistance. The earbuds are priced at Rs 795 only during the sale. The earphones come with Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and offer 12 to 15 hours of battery life depending on your usage. They also provide pretty decent passive isolation. You can buy these earphones here. Oppo Enco W51 If you’re scouring the market for Active Noise Cancelling true wireless earbuds on a budget, the Oppo Enco W51 (review) earphones are a solid option. Available at a discounted price of Rs 3,990 during the sale, the Enco W51 are one of the cheapest TWS earbuds with ANC on the market. The earbuds also come with IP54 dust and water resistance, 24 hours of total battery life, a triple microphone setup for clear calls, and Qi wireless charging. They also have an eye-catching design and are available in two colours - Starry Blue and Floral White. You can buy these TWS earbuds here. Realme Buds Q2 Possibly one of the best all-rounders in the entry-level TWS segment, the Realme Buds Q2 (review) are available at Rs 2,199 during the sale. The Realme Buds Q2 is another step Realme has taken towards its objective of democratising ANC for the masses. The Realme Buds Q2 are one of the most value for money purchases one could make at the entry-level price point with features such as ANC, excellent app support, good battery life, and satisfactory sound quality. You can buy these earbuds here. https://ift.tt/3D84qM4 October 05, 2021 at 05:38PM

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Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2021: Best deals on console games https://www.digit.in teamdigit@digit.in (Team Digit) Amazon’s massive Great Indian Festival sale is back and as always, there are a lot of good deals for you to sift through. And, if you are a console gamer, then you have come to the right place. We have gone through the game deals on offer and have compiled a list of the best games you can get during the sale. We did not include any Switch games because Nintendo generally does not lower the price of its games. So, take it for what it is. As one might expect, most of the deals are on the Sony PlayStation 4, but we did manage to find a few for the Xbox One and even two for the Sony PlayStation 5. So, let’s get cracking. PS5 games Demon’s Souls One of the best experiences on the PS5, Demon’s Souls is a remake of the PS3 game. From Software’s games have always been on the more difficult side but the revamped graphics and look of Demon’s Souls makes it an excellent first step into the 9th generation of game consoles. Buy it here Miles Morales: SpiderMan A true next-gen experience, Miles Morales takes all that we loved from the 2018 Spiderman game and improves on it. With better graphics and more focused combat, Miles Morales is an excellent addition to your PS5 collection. Buy it here PS4 Games God of War One of the most engrossing and emotional games on the PS4, God of War is a reboot of sorts of the classic hack and slasher. With more emphasis on storytelling and the relationships between characters, the game deserves all the accolades it acquired simply because it retains the brutality and crushing combat from the previous games all while adding an emotional core to latch on to. Buy it here Horizon Zero Dawn: Complete Edition If you’re looking for a mindless third-person adventure game that doesn’t really test the player too much, Horizon Zero Dawn is right up your alley. The game is polished in terms of combat but a lifeless protagonist and cookie-cutter story really bog the experience down. Even so, the game is a showcase of what the PS4 can do and it truly is spectacular. Buy It here Xbox Series X Games Watchdogs Legion Watchdogs did not inspire too much confidence when it first came out but every subsequent game since has improved on the original. The third game in the series, Legion gives you the freedom to hack anything (with a few caveats) and thus play the game how you want. Buy It Here Microsoft Flight Simulator Ever dreamt of being a world-class pilot? Well, this is the closest you will get without actually jumping into a real cockpit. One of the most detailed games out there, Microsoft Flight Simulator is much more than a game. It truly captures what it feels like to actually fly a plethora of different aircraft. Buy it here https://ift.tt/eA8V8J October 05, 2021 at 04:58PM

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Sony HT-S40R soundbar eliminates one of the most annoying features of budget 51 soundbar home theatres https://www.digit.in sameer.mitha@digit.in (Sameer Mitha) Sony has launched the HT-S40R soundbar in India. It is priced at Rs 28,990 and will be available starting September 9, 2021. The unique thing about the soundbar is that the rear satellite speakers do not connect via a cable to the subwoofer as we saw on the Sony HT-S20R (review). The soundbar comes with quite an interesting setup. Let’s take a look. Sony HT-S40R features and specifications The Sony HT-S40R is a 5.1 soundbar home theatre with 600W of sound output. The device has 600W of power output. The front centre, left and right channels are in the soundbar and the soundbar connects to the subwoofer via a cable. All the connectivity options are at the back of the subwoofer. The rear speakers connect wirelessly to the subwoofer via a wireless amplifier. So, there are no wires between the rear speakers and the subwoofer, giving you a clean setup. The rear satellite speakers connect via cables to the wireless amplifier and the wireless amplifier needs a power source. Moving over to connectivity options, they are all neatly laid out at the back of the subwoofer. We have an HDMI port for ARC connectivity, but no eARC support. It also comes with analogue audio input (stereo mini), USB type A, and optical audio input. The soundbar also supports Bluetooth 5.0. The soundbar also comes with an easy-to-use remote control. Stay tuned as we will bring you our review of the soundbar soon. If you are in the market to pick up a soundbar, you can check out our list of the best soundbar’s under Rs 20,000 here and our list of best soundbars under Rs 30,000 here. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J September 09, 2021 at 12:54PM

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NZXT Capsule USB Microphone launched for USD 12999 https://www.digit.in mithun.m@digit.in (Mithun Mohandas) NZXT Capsule marks the foray of NZXT into the microphone segment. The brand is known for their PC peripherals such as the Kraken line-up of AIO CPU coolers, PC Chassis, ATX power supplies and even motherboards. The NZXT Capsule is clearly targeted at gamers and video game streamers and is set to compete against the likes of Corsair's Wave 3, HyperX Quadcast and Solocast, Razer Siren X, Blue Yeti among others. The NZXT Capsule USB microphone is priced at USD 129.99 and there's a compatible Boom Arm that can be purchased for USD 99.99. Indian pricing for the NZXT Capsule and Boom Arm will be updated once we receive more details. “We really wanted to focus on giving gamers and streamers what they truly need.” says Johnny Hou, NZXT’s founder and CEO. “That is why with NZXT Capsule there are no unnecessary polar partners or software requirements for using. It is just an elegant microphone that simply plugs in and works – Mr. Naqui Ahmad Country Manager at India Added.” NZXT Capsule USB Microphone The NZXT Capsule is a unidirectional microphone which is set to a cardioid polar pattern so more of the user's voice will be picked up while discarding sounds coming from the opposite end. The frequency calibration is suited towards vocal clarity. It reportedly also has an internal shock mounting mechanism. The base even features a quick-release mechanism that allows the user to quickly swap the base mount the mic onto the boom arm. The NZXT can record up to 24-bit / 96 kHz audio with a frequency range of 20 Hz to 20 kHz. The Total Harmonic Distortion is 0.1% at 1 kHz and it uses a USB Type-C interface much like other gaming-focused microphones that it competes against. The front face has two adjustment knobs, one for varying the microphone gain and the other for headphone volume control. With the stand, the entire unit weighs 883g and about 314g without the stand. The NZXT Capsule is available in Black and White colours. https://ift.tt/3kYKmEs September 08, 2021 at 09:30PM

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Xiaomi launches Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro with Qualcomm aptX adaptive support in India https://www.digit.in priyanshu.tiwari1324@gmai.com (Priyanshu Tiwari) On September 3, Xiaomi India launched Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro alongside the Redmi 10 Prime smartphone. The new TWS from Xiaomi India is a rebranded version of the Redmi Airdots 3 from China. The Earbuds 3 Pro is a budget-friendly true wireless earphone (TWS), with the latest Bluetooth 5.2 and up to 30 hours of playback time. Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro Features Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro sports a Qualcomm QCC3040 Chipset along with the support of Qualcomm aptX Adaptive codec. The aptX adaptive provides you HD quality audio with minimal distortion. It also offers dynamic low input latency of 86ms for a seamless gaming experience. The device comes with a dual-driver setup, which includes a dynamic and a balanced armature driver, offering an immersive experience. Earbuds 3 Pro comes with a 600mAh battery, which will last for about 7 hours on a single charge and 30 hours with the charging case. You can completely charge the device in 3 hours using the USB Type-C Port. You also get Bluetooth 5.2 support for a faster and stable connection and an IPX4 rating, making it splashproof. Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro Prices and Availability The Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro is priced at ₹2,999 in India and will be available from 9th September 2021 at 12 pm IST on Amazon and Xiaomi's website. It comes in three colour options, which includes white, blue and pink. https://ift.tt/3l4wmJq September 07, 2021 at 07:07PM

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Chrome 93 rolls out on Android, iOS, and desktop: Heres whats new: https://www.digit.in killersaurabhkumar@gmail.com (Saurabh Kumar) What’s New in Chrome 93: The update improved site isolation and phishing detection, along with Face ID / Touch ID support for incognito tabs on iOS. Google has now started rolling out Chrome 93 on the stable channel, and has made a couple of minor changes. According to a report on 9to5Google, Chrome 93 makes a small change to the Recently Closed menu, which lets you view all the sites in a recently closed collection and open them individually. You can try this feature by activating chrome: // flags / # tab-restore-submenus flag. Chrome 93 will now also display Google Drive documents on the New Tab page. The proposed documents will appear on a map below the search box, so you can easily access recently edited Google Docs or Spreadsheets. What’s New in Chrome 93 Dev Tools: https://twitter.com/ChromeDevTools/status/1433436465258635268?s=20 Let’s dive into the Dev Tools in Chrome93. You can now view and edit CSS container queries in the styles pane. Container queries give a much more dynamic approach to responsiveness. The alias container query works in a similar way to an alias media query however, instead of querying the viewport, the alias container queries the ancestor container that matches certain criteria. In the elements panel, click on a dom element with container queries. Dev tools will now display the container information in the style panes and you can edit the size of the container information by hovering the mouse over it to highlight the container element on the page and check the container size. You can now preview the web bundle content in the network panel. Web bundle is a file format for encapsulating one or more HTTP resources in a single file and it can also include or more Html files, Javascript files images, or stylesheets. The interesting use case is you can share websites as a single web bundle file over Bluetooth with your friends and they can run them offline in your origins contacts. Attribution reporting is a new API to help you measure whether a user action such as an ad click or view leads to a conversation without using cross-site identifiers. The new context menu in the console allows you to copy any string as content javascript literal or JSON literal. Video Source: Google Chrome Developers https://ift.tt/3BJ97eA September 07, 2021 at 06:43PM

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Instagram makes age verification mandatory to protect younger users https://www.digit.in harikrishnanms5175@gmail.com (Harikrishnan M S) In order to make the platform more creative and safe, Instagram will ask its users to update their birthday. This will allow the company to create new safety features for young people, and personalize user experience to provide the right experience to the right age group. This information also allows Instagram to restrict advertiser targeting options for audiences under the age of 18, to more people. And helps Instagram show users more relevant ads. This work began a few years ago when Instagram started asking people for their birthdays While Instagram has birthdays for most users, to get a more complete picture, the company will introduce two new changes. These changes only apply to people who haven’t already shared their birthday. Also Read: Instagram to bombard you with more ads, this time in the Shop Tab First, the app will ask you for your birthday when you open the application. Then I'll show you a notification a handful of times and if users haven’t provided their birthday by a certain point, users need to share it to continue using the app. This information is necessary for new features that the company develops to protect young people. Second,if you continue to see a warning screen placed on a post, Instagram will ask you for your birthday before you can see the post.These screens aren't new as Instagram has already shown them on posts that may be sensitive or graphic, but don’t currently ask for your birthday when viewing these posts. Now, the app I'll start asking for your birthday on some of these screens if you haven’t shared it with them previously. Instagram recognized some people may give them the wrong birthday The company is developing new systems to address this. As it stated recently, Instagram uses artificial intelligence to estimate how old people are based on things like “Happy Birthday” posts. In the future, if someone says they are above a certain age, and the company's technology says otherwise, the app will show you a menu of options to verify your age. This work is still in the early stages, and the company is looking forward to sharing more details soon. All changes are made to improve the safety and experience of young users. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J September 07, 2021 at 06:35PM

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