Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Cheaper OnePlus handset could launch in October

Ready for a new OnePlus?

A new OnePlus handset is reportedly on the way, but it will unlikely be a true flagship successor to the OnePlus Two.

Instead, it looks like we'll be getting a mid-range handset, rumored to be called OnePlus X, and if a new report from Gizmochina is correct, it'll be here next month.

Not too much is known about the handset, but according to the report, it will come sporting a 5-inch display and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor, which is the same as can be found in the OnePlus Two.

But the report also claims it will be a less powerful handset, and so rumors are suggesting the OnePlus X will carry a cheaper price of about $250.

'Daily driver'

Unfortunately, the rumors come from "factory sources," so we suggest taking the above news with a grain of salt.

Earlier this year, Carl Pei, the co-founder of OnePlus, said "there's going to be a second phone this year, before the end of the year. Hopefully for Christmas."

However, he also added, "When I saw the prototype for that phone, I was like 'holy s*** that's going to be my daily driver'," so we are surprised to hear that the next handset from them would be targeted to the mid-range.

So while we you should take the above with a grain of salt, if the rumors of the launch month are true, and with October just around the corner, we'll find out what OnePlus has in store for us soon enough.

Tuesday, September 29, 2015

Google announces its premium Pixel C tablet with a 10.2-inch display

Google's premium Pixels

Google just announced a new tablet under its premium Pixel branding. The tablet is named Pixel C and runs the latest Android 6.0 Marshmallow.

Pixel C features a metal design, a 10.2-inch display that boasts a pixel density of 308ppi and has a brightness range of 500 nits. Inside there's an NVIDIA X1 quad-core processor with a desktop class Maxwell GPU and 3GB of LPDDR4 RAM. The tablet has 4 microphones and uses USB Type-C charger. It will come in 32GB and 64GB versions.

Google also showcased a pair of keyboard accessories, one with aluminum and other made of leather for the tablet. Both attach to the tablet and charge automatically when closed. Google claims that a single charge will last you up to 2 months. The tablets will receive regular software updates from Google every six weeks.

Pixel C is priced at $499 (roughly Rs 32,000) for 32GB and the keyboard comes at $149 (roughly Rs 10,000).

OnePlus 2 to be available via open sale soon

Intern with Samsung

If you have been trying to get your hands around the recently launched OnePlus 2 smartphone, then by now you might have figured out that procuring an invite for the same is not an easy job. In the past couple of months, OnePlus had partnered with a few brands to enable users to get invites sooner. The most recent partnership by the company was with Air Asia.

However, even OnePlus acknowledges that they would want to get these devices rolling to the consumers faster. Carl Pei, Co-founder of OnePlus in his blog shares, "Now, we are working harder than ever to get the OnePlus 2 in your hands. We've ramped up the invite rollout, and will soon hold a one-hour open sale for those of you looking to purchase the OnePlus 2 without any hassle."

Though there is no mention on a specific time frame for these open sales but we are hoping that they will take place soon. For those unaware, OnePlus 2 is available exclusively on Amazon India at Rs 24,999 for the 64GB variant. Currently one needs to have an invite in order to buy the phone.

At the time of the launch, OnePlus had indicated that it will be coming out with a slightly cheaper 16GB version coming later this year.

In the same blog post, Pei also suggested that he would like to intern with Samsung. He mentions, "I would be honored to learn from your team about how you've been able to scale, run, and manage your business so successfully. In turn, I would be happy to share what we've learned about how to engage with our community and implement their feedback to deliver a better user experience."

This is how much the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P may cost

Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P prices leak ahead of Google's announcement

Official Nexus 5X price news is expected at Google's Tuesday event, and the same goes for the Nexus 6P price, but a report today puts a number on how much both Android phones cost.

Nexus 5X starts at $379 (likely around Rs 25,000) with international pre-orders beginning right away on September 29, according to Android Police.

Of course, that's the 16GB model price, not the 32GB version. All are expected to launch in the US, UK, Korea, Japan and Ireland in colors choices of Carbon, Quartz and Ice Blue.

google nexus 5x price and nexus 6p price news

This is a good deal for the theorized Nexus 5X specs bump. It'll be an unlocked Android handset with a 5.2-inch 1080p display and Snapdragon 808 processor, according to the latest leaks.

Looking back, the Nexus 5 2013 cost Rs 29,999 when it launched in India, and the Nexus 4before that cost Rs 24,999, so it's so the Indian price is likely to be closer to Rs 35,000 mark.

Nexus 6P price to be $120 higher than Nexus 5X

The alleged Nexus 6P price was also disclosed to be more reasonable $499 (Rs 33,000 after direct conversion, but likely to launch at Rs 40,000 in India), according to a separate report by Android Police.

At that price, it's $120 more expensive than the smaller and, in contrast, weaker Nexus 5X. Google is catering to two different audiences with its Android Marshmallow flagships.

The Nexus 6P specs call for a 5.7-inch quad HD AMOLED display, with a Snapdragon 810 v2.1 octa-core processor, and internal storage configurations with 32GB, 64GB and 128GB.

Two more things that make it worth the higher price: a 12MP camera with larger pixels, and a all-metal unibody design Silver, Black, White and the Japan-exclusive Gold.

Both the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P are supposed to debut Android Marshmallow, and include USB C ports and fingerprint sensors on back for the first time.

We'll be at Google's Nexus press conference tomorrow in both San Francisco and London, where we expect to see these US prices confirmed and exact UK and Australian prices properly translated.

Google makes Huawei-made Nexus 6P its flagship bearer phone at $499

Here we go!

Android has made it's for the year as Google makes its formal introduction of the latest Android version i.e. Marshmallow and slew of Nexus devices, including two phones this time around. Made by LG and Huawei respectively, Google seems to have followed the market and what the consumer really want right now and hence you get a 5.1-inch and a bigger 5.7-inch Nexus phones, respectively.

Nexus 6P is the first device which borrows a lot of ingredients that Samsung has successfully implemented with its Note range over the years. And their expertise seems to have enabled Huawei to design the Nexus 6P in bigger form size but with a relatively smaller body frame. But does it have the right-minded pricing too?

Nexus 6P sports a 5.7-inch Quad-HD 2560x1440p AMOLED display running on Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Powered by 64-bit SoC, 3GB RAM it is highly expected that Nexus 6P has all the attributes to become a popular choice among mid-range phone buyers.

On the aesthetics side, Nexus 6P is also the first full-metal body Nexus phone made and along with that you get fingerprint scanner which Google calls Nexus Imprint. However, Nexus 6P doesn't get the imaging prowess one expects from a top-end brand. Huawei and Google have opted for a 12.3MP rear camera which as per Google is powerful enough to click pictures in the lowest of light, let alone bright outdoor conditions.

Huawei has pretty much managed to get us forget the sight of Nexus 6 and that deserves credit. Nexus 6P has been priced starting from $499 going up to $649 for the 128GB variant of the phablet. Both Nexus phones come with 90-day Google Play Music free subscription.

Pre-orders begin in US, UK and Japan among others from today onwards while India can be expected to be part of the availability line up in the coming weeks.

Nexus 5X with 5.2-inch display and Android Marshmallow announced

The compact Nexus

Google today has taken the curtains off its new Nexus devices and just as the leaks predicted, the devices are called Nexus 6P and Nexus 5X. The Nexus 5X is the compact Nexus device and for this device, Google has again partnered with LG.

The Nexus 5X comes with a 5.2-inch screen and has a 1080p display, which is protected by Gorilla Glass 3. The device weighs 136 grams. As expected Nexus 5X offers improvements in the camera department, there is a new 12-megapixel camera rear camera that is capable of recording 4K video and slow motion video recording.

There is also Smart Burst mode that enables users to capture 30 frames per second and create animated GIFs.

The Nexus 5X comes with a 20 per cent bigger battery and packs in a 2,700mAh battery. It supports USB-C charging connector to support fast charging.

With the Google Nexus 5X Google also gets into the fingerprint scanner just like Apple, Samsung, LG and Huawei. The fingerprint scanner on Nexus 5X is placed on the back and the company calls it Nexus Imprint.

The phone is powered by Snapdragon 808 processor and runs on Android Marshmallow. The phone goes on pre-order in US, UK, Ireland and Japan starting at $379 (roughly around Rs 25,000). The device will start shipping in these markets later in October. The company also mentioned that it will be releasing these phones in other markets soon.

It is noteworthy, that Nexus 5 too was a result of the partnership of Google LG.

Thursday, September 17, 2015

iphone 6s New IOS smartphone Technology

On-ear Headphones

8 best on-ear headphones available today

Between two extremes, there's usually a middle ground. Between small and large is medium and in the case of headphones, on-ear headphones exist between over-ear and in-ear headphones.

While startlingly similar to over-ear headphones in appearance, they fit to your head a little differently. Instead of enveloping your ears with a soft cushion, on-ear headphones create a light, breathable seal around your ear. Thus, the noise isolation is much less effective than in-ear or over-ear options. This might be a dealbreaker for some, but there are big benefits to consider here.

On-ear headphones are usually more portable than its over-ear brethren and as such, they appeal to travelers and the fitness crowd. Taking a walk or a jog around town won't be as dangerous since you can hear traffic go by and be aware of potential hazards before it's too late.

Check out our favorite picks below and you're sure to find something for every budget and taste in style.

1. Bang and Olufsen H2

Posh headphones with grand sound and comfort

Comfortable

Warm sound

Not cheap

Inline controls aren't universal

When you wear the B&O H2, people will look at you with intrigue, desperately trying to figure out who makes it so they can buy their own later online. I should know: it's how I found out about them.

The H2 sounds as good as it look. The sound performance should please even picky listeners with its warm, evenly-balanced sound. We're trained to assume that good looks are a guise, but the H2's slick design complements the sound performance quite nicely.

2. Grado SR60e

Truly excellent sound performance for a stellar price

Very comfortable

Impressive definition for the price

No inline controls or microphone

For your money, you can't do better than Grado's SR60e. The third-generation of the Brooklyn, NY-based company's Prestige Series is its best and most refined yet.

The SR60e in particular is a smart choice if you're looking for an entry-level set of headphones that sounds like it should cost you way more than it does. Its open-backed ear cup design makes them a more breathable experience than what most on-ear headphones can deliver.

(Our review is for the SR60i, but the newer SR60e headphones are largely similar in design and performance)

3. Plantronics BackBeat Sense

Street-wise wireless headphones with smart features

Universal controls

Easy, fun to use

Ear cups don't fold

Might be pricey for some

Plantronics' BackBeat Sense is a home run on nearly all accounts. The design yields comfort and appeal. Its sound performance, battery life and features all deliver without a hitch.

Usually, there are a few things that I'd like to see fixed in a set of headphones. In the case of the BackBeat Sense, I wish that the ear cups could fold into the headband to be ultra-portable. But for a set of headphones that gets so much right, I can't nitpick. These cans are worth every penny for someone looking to leap for a classy-looking set of wireless headphones.

4. Skullcandy Grind

These headphones pack a ton for a tiny price

Stellar sound

Unbeatable price

Divisive style

No volume controls

You, like everyone else, probably wants a set of headphones that nails the tricky blend of design, useful features and incredible sound. You might think that you need to flush your savings to enjoy such a pair of cans. Protip: you don't.

At $60 (£40, about AU$77), the Skullcandy Grind is priced well below its competitors, but the low price tag isn't a trick to get you in the door. It's an invitation to find everything you want in a set of headphones (and then some) for an unbeatable price.

5. Klipsch Reference On-Ear

A near-perfect blend of comfort, performance and style

Full sound reproduction

Comfy as all get-out

Error-prone inline controls

Klipsch has delivered on making a set of on-ear headphones that are perfect for music lovers looking for true, unbiased sound reproduction of their music. Not to mention that this is the most comfortable pair of on-ear headphones I've worn yet.

While their design may not offer the most amount of flexibility, the awesome sound reproduction of the Klipsch Reference On-Ear make them one of the more versatile options for headphones and a fantastic value at that.

6. Jabra Move Wireless

Sporty Bluetooth headphones that aim to surprise

Bold design

Lightweight

Full sound

Little noise isolation

The Jabra Move Wireless may be a budget buy, but don't let that fool you: this set of on ear Bluetooth headphones is nothing but an all-around stellar product. From the fun and edgy design to excellent performance, these cans come recommended for anyone interested in wireless on the cheap.

7. Bowers and Wilkins P5 Series 2

These raise the bar for design and performance

Full, balanced sound

Superb build quality

Inline control is iOS only

The Bowers and Wilkins P5 Series 2 isn't the most feature-rich option, but in terms of sheer sound and build quality, they easily raise the bar for the competition to follow. These audiophile-grade headphones are a must-buy for anyone serious about hearing music the way it was intended. So long as you have the money, there's not much else in the on-ear market that can match this package at this price point.

8. Moto Pulse

Features and good looks on a budget

Universal controls,

18-hour battery life,

Very affordable

Somewhat confusing button layout

The Moto Pulse are on a mission to include the most value possible into a set of on-ear headphones. And Moto triumphs by including Bluetooth, stellar battery life and universal controls in this $59 (about £37, AU$80) package.

The sound performance (save for the pulpy bass) doesn't measure up to what you'll find in the $59 Skullcandy Grind. However, on the whole, these are an easy recommendation if you're looking for a budgeted set of Bluetooth headphones that doesn't skimp out on features.