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Now, what do brands do when they make a comeback with a product? Well, in most cases, we have seen them talk of their comeback product, who it is targeted at, and what they expect it to achieve. Sharma, who is an excellent communicator and is seen by many as the first high profile CEO of an Indian tech company, instead chose to speak of his own humble roots, how he had borrowed Rs 3,00,000 (about USD 4000) from his father and then with his partners started Micromax....

1. Like father, like son Jony Ive is hailed as a design genius and a lot of credit for it can be given to his genes. Born and brought up in London, England, son to Mike Ive, Jony Ive was surrounded by designs all his life. That was because Jony Ive’s father, Mike Ive, was a silversmith by profession and also helped craft a mandatory design curriculum for schools in the UK....

GizChina now reports that Elephone could be working on a mysterious device with some really impressive specs. During the annual Hong Kong trade fair, Elephone disclosed that it is working on a new flagship device which will feature a QuadHD (2560 x 1440) display, 4GB of RAM and a 20.7-megapixel camera with Sony’s IMX230 sensor. The smartphone is also said to feature a metal frame and really thin side bezels....

When it entered India, Xiaomi was perhaps the first brand ever to sell its products only online and through a flash sale model, with absolutely zero advertising at that point in “traditional” media. No matter the odds against this succeeding (and the criticism from many quarters), it did prove that the not-so-mainstream ways can also work – it is now one of the top smartphone brands in the Indian market, well ahead of the likes of Sony, LG and HTC....

Created by a handful of visionary people, Everpix aims to become the portable hard-drive for anyone looking for the perfect place to store images. Thanks to an intelligent algorithm of analyzing pictures and to the beautiful interface, users will no longer have to stroll through thousands of captures before finding the perfect background to share it with their friends. Everpix: sharing pictures on another level In some ways, Everpix is a lady with flowers in her hair and books on the table....

Before we delve straight into Codecs, here are a few things you need to know beforehand— Sampling rate – measured in hertz (Hz), it is defined as the number of samples (per second) taken from a continuous signal to form a digital signal. The more the number of samples, the more accurate the digital representation is. In layman terms, these samples are screenshots of an audio or video signal at very short intervals, usually tens/thousands of times per second....

To help you understand the aforementioned types of fingerprint scanners and the differences between each of them here’s everything that you need to know about these fingerprint scanners. Fingerprints are essentially ridges and lines present at the end of the fingertips. They provide users with a grip between the fingers and the object by creating friction, to help them grip objects better and prevent it from dropping off of their hand....

When it comes to wireless earbuds, there is a slew of options to choose from. However, in terms of popularity, it is Apple’s AirPods that come out on top as one of the most popular TWS offerings out there — especially if you’re an iPhone user, in which case, the AirPods are more likely to be your preferred choice. With that said, like any other true wireless earphones, these (AirPods) are not immune to the inevitable mislaying problem either....

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Youmo seems to be designed to take the utility a notch further and as a result it also boasts of wireless charging, IoT capabilities, multi-USB ports, US and EU sockets in the same unit. The Youmo kit comes with seven base cord colours and three different lengths. The modules come in Solo and Triple Plug, these are the ones aimed at handling the usual electrical needs. Now here is the best part, the Snap module is something that we add to control all our plugged in devices and this can be done by a companion app on the phone....

The tool is available as a free download and comes with a simple user interface. Before using the tool one needs to sign in using Google ID. Once the tool is fired it automatically starts backing up your drive. The settings can be changed from the preferences and it’s here that you mention the drives to be backed up. Image Quality and Space saver The tool also asks for image quality just like the Google Photos app; one can either opt in for an HQ with unlimited storage or High Quality with limited storage....

The event was presided over by the Google head honchos and it was Sunder who lead the pack. Google announced how it would be taking the necessary steps to make the internet accessible for the non-English speakers. Sunder said that Google would be working on making Android compatible with many languages and it would also be focusing on making the webpages lighter thus enabling the users to access the content even on a relatively slower connection....

Due to the amazing features of this package developed by Apple, you will be able to use your phone while driving without being worried that you will lose concentration, because with CarPlay, everything you want to do with your phone is now placed in your car’s built-in display. Imagine that you can write a text message and read the ones you receive, make calls, get directions and also listen to music while staying focused on the road ahead of you....

There is a lot of debate when it comes to the materials used in phones these days. Some people say metal phones look classy, while some prefer glass and (now) the poor plastic ones are not even considered to be in the same league. And glass, which was initially not everyone’s favorite, seems to be gaining popularity. In recent times, we have seen a number of smartphones sandwiched between two slabs of glass which leads us to believe that there is something with the premium segment phones and glass back....

In fact, you can get headphones with very usable ANC for less than Rs 6,000 today. Some of them come from brands that might not be very well known, and let us be honest; you will not get the sort of ANC here that you will get from a set of Sony or Bose headphones that are priced three to four times as much. And we would like to clarify at the very outset that we have not tried out these headphones extensively or reviewed them in detail....

In terms of design too, the Honor 6X doesn’t radically stand out. There is a slightly curved back and a metal unibody all around which we didn’t find quite impressive in our early impressions. Furthermore, there’s a standard 2.5D curved 5.5-inch Full HD IPS panel up front with an “honor” branding on the chin. The device is powered by a Kirin 655 octa-core chip with an option for either 3/4GB RAM, 32/64GB internal storage that is expandable up to 256GB via a MicroSD card, and a Mali-T830MP2 GPU....

However, there’s a silver lining: Netflix allows users to download movies and series to their local storage to watch them anywhere, without interruption. This feature is also available on other streaming platforms like Youtube and Prime Video and is a godsend. With the Netflix offline view, you can get some offline entertainment just before boarding a plane or train. We love watching the latest movies while traveling, and Netlfix’s download feature makes watching a breeze....

While many popular messaging platforms, like WhatsApp, have offered the option to delete sent messages for a while, it’s been long overdue on iMessage. But with iOS 16, Apple’s finally changing this, as it brings two highly-requested features in iMessage: edit messages and undo-send messages. Let’s look at these features, their limitations, and how you can use them to improve your texting on the iPhone. Edit or Unsend Sent Messages in iOS 16 Apple’s latest iOS release finally gives you a second chance to correct any gaffe you commit while texting, even after you’ve sent the message across....

However, Android users were seen complaining that PUBG New State was crashing on their phones and redirecting users to a web page. Here’s a simple guide on fixing PUBG New State crashing and solving App Not Opening problems on your phone. PUBG New State Crashing and Not Opening on Android Android users trying to open the PUBG New State game on their phone have complained that PUBG New State was not opening on their android smartphone....

Users can go directly to the nearest Apple Store that offers Genius Bar service and have their device problem fixed. It is also possible to make an appointment to visit the Genius Bar, which is recommended as Apple stores are often crowded. To make an appointment, users can go to the Apple website and select a store near them, set a date and time that works for them, and provide details about the problem they are having....