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TCL Unveils Range of TVs

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TCL has announced the launch of three brand-new TV innovations with Dolby’s latest audio and imaging innovations. The company has launched the C835 New Generation Mini LED 4K Google TV with 144Hz VRR, the C635 Gaming QLED 4K TV and the P735 4K HDR Google TV.

Vijay Kumar Mikkilineni, Marketing Head, TCL India said, “Since its inception, TCL has strived to offer world-class technology that users genuinely appreciate and want to buy. The idea is to make the TV screens larger and provide an experience larger than life. The latest additions in TCL’s award-winning portfolio are the epitome of smart, innovative, and sophisticated TV models. We are looking forward to making revolutionary advancements in the TV industry and hope to add more consumers to our bandwagon.“

Sameer Seth, Director, Marketing – India, Dolby Laboratories, said, “At Dolby, it is our constant endeavour to reinvent and enrich the way content is created and consumed. The powerful combination of Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos unlocks the emotional impact of your favourite movies, shows, and games, immersing you in the moment so you connect more meaningfully with the stories you love. We are proud to collaborate with TCL to deliver an immersive entertainment experience to consumers.“

The TCL C835 offers features like 144Hz VRR, ONKYO, IMAX Enhanced, Dolby Vision IQ, Dolby Atmos, HDR 10+, MEMC, HDMI 2.1, etc. It is powered by QLED technology. It also offers 144Hz VRR, reportedly providing faster responsiveness, sharper imagery and smoother game-play. It also comes with Google TV. The TCL C835 comes in 55-inch, 65-inch and 75-inch variants priced at INR 1,19,990, INR 1,59,990, and INR 2,29,990, respectively.

The TCL C635 has HDR 10+ technology that optimises picture quality for a 4K display by using dynamic tone mapping to reflect frame-to-frame variations in brightness, colour saturation and contrast. The device is integrated with the ONKYO sound system and Dolby Atmos. It also boasts a powerful processor that ensures that high-definition and globally superior games function without any hiccup. It features a video call camera (optional) which supports Google Duo and has Google TV. The TCL C635 is available in 43-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch and 75-inch variants at INR 44,990, INR 54,990, INR 64,990, INR 85,990 and INR 1,49,990 respectively.

Integrated with Wide Colour Gamut, 4K HDR, and MEMC (Motion Estimation, Motion Compensation), the TCL P735 boasts smooth visuals and comes with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Its HDMI 2.1 supports higher video resolutions and faster refresh rate and the TV features ALLM optimisation, automatically switching to low-lag presets to offer smooth game-play. It also comes with Google TV. The TCL P735 is available in 43-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch and 65-inch variants at INR 35,990, INR 41,990, INR 49,990 and INR 69,990 respectively.

Asus Unveils Two Graphics Cards

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Asus has announced two new graphics cards featuring the latest NVIDIA mainstream chipset, the Phoenix GeForce GTX 1630 and the TUF Gaming GeForce GTX 1630.

The Phoenix GeForce GTX 1630 features a single Axial-tech fan design with dual ball-bearings and IP5X dust resistance. This two-slot graphics card is under seven inches long. It is built using Asus Auto-Extreme Technology, which is reported to solder components without human intervention. Afterward, the graphics cards reportedly undergo a gauntlet of testing that lasts 144 hours.

Asus has also offered the TUF Gaming GeForce GTX 1630 and TUF Gaming GeForce GTX 1630 OC Edition. With boost clocks of up to 1815 MHz on the OC Edition (1845 MHz in OC mode) and 4 GB of GDDR6 RAM, these graphics cards can reportedly handle the latest esports titles at smooth frame rates. Both TUF Gaming models are 2.3 slots wide and over eight inches long. Featuring a dual fan design with space-grade lubricant, the TUF Gaming cards share the same Auto-Extreme assembly process and 144-hour validation as the Phoenix GeForce GTX 1630. With HDMI 2.0b, DisplayPort 1.4a and DVI-D ports, these graphics cards can also be used by multi-monitor enthusiasts who want to upgrade an existing setup.

As of now, no availability or pricing related information has been shared by the company.

Gizmore Partners with Snapdeal to Launch Slate

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Gizmore has announced the launch of Slate at an introductory price of INR 2,699. It is the first women-centric smartwatch from the brand.

Targeting the women users, Slate boasts of a unique design with a rectangular dial with 1.57-inch IPS Curved Display and 500-nits peak brightness. It supports Always-on-Display (AoD) feature. Encased in a sleek metal frame, the smartwatch comes with a silicone strap and has been launched in pink, grey and black colours and will retail exclusively on Snapdeal.

The smartwatch has a heart rate monitor, blood oxygen monitor, sleep tracker, hydration alert, meditative breathing and menstrual cycle tracker. It has multiple sports modes, including Running, Yoga, Swimming, Basketball, Cycling, Trekking, Aerobics, etc. It comes infused with features such as body temperature, Bluetooth-calling and Alexa voice assistant. It supports more than 100 watch faces and its battery is reported to deliver up to seven-days of non-stop performance on a single charge.

“Smartwatches have become an integral part of our lives and have moved beyond the functionality of a simple watch. At Gizmore, we are continuously working towards offering superior quality products packed with features at a price that suits all. We found a gap in the market, that there are not many smartwatches that cater to women. Some of them are too large, too sporty or too techy-looking. Slate is a fashion-forward smartwatch that is designed keeping women in mind and will serve their need for an all-in-one smartwatch that helps them reach their fitness and wellness goals”, says Sanjay Kumar Kalirona, CEO and Co-Founder Gizmore.

“There is a rise in demand for a budget smartwatch equipped with wellness and connectivity features with battery longevity. For our value-focussed customers, we are happy that Gizmore chose Snapdeal as its preferred platform to reach them in Tier 2 and 3 towns.” said Saurabh Bansal, Chief Merchandising Officer, Snapdeal Limited.

Blaupunkt Launches Truly Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds

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Blaupunkt has launched a new set of TWS earbuds in India called the BTW100 TWS. They come with ENC CRISPR technology that filters ambient noises while on a call and only picks up human voices. The earbuds come with a stem design and charge inside an oval shaped charging case. They have a battery life of up to 40 hours playtime.

The earbuds are powered by a 10 mm driver and the speakers produce ‘Stereo high definition’ sound. For connectivity, the earbuds use Bluetooth 5.1 which enables a maximum range of 30ft without signal loss or mic dropout. They also feature an 80ms latency mode for gaming and are enabled with intuitive touch controls.

The Blaupunkt BTW100 TWS have a straight stem with chrome edges while the charging case has a clamshell-like design. The charging case packs a 400mAh battery that is backed by TurboVolt Charging feature providing 1 hour of playback time with 15 minutes. Additional features include sweat, water and dust resistance.

The Blaupunkt BTW100 TWS earbuds are priced at INR 2,999 and are available in two colour options i.e. Black and White. The product is available on Amazon.

Daiwa Launches Smart TV

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Daiwa has unveiled its latest FHD Smart TV i.e. ‘L42FVC4U’. It is a 40-inch, Full HD Smart LED TV with a motion sensor remote that has an inbuilt mouse for easy access to apps and shortcuts to entertainment apps. It is also equipped with 2 IR lenses which helps the remote to be operated from a larger distance. It comes with a gloss finish along with a slim bezel.

It comes with HRDP technology that features the 3C’s viz. colour, contrast and clarity. It delivers a pixel resolution of 1366 x 768 and a wide viewing angle of 178 degrees, 2x10W in-built box speakers and a Sound Bar/AV receiver.

It is powered with dual core processor that comes with 1GB RAM + 8GB internal storage and its Screen Mirroring technology enables you to preview the tabs of your phone in your TV. It also comes with 2HDMI, 2USB and CO-AX output port. The TV shuts the applications running in the backdrop when not in use. It is equipped with energy efficiency programs such as the Power Saver mode that automatically adjusts the backlight and brightness of your TV.

The device is made in India, comes with an option of 2 Years warranty and is available with leading online stores with Amazon, Flipkart, Paytm, Shopclues, Snapdeal and Ebay at a price of INR 23,490.