Staying connected

Chinese firm Coolpad has launched a new smartphone in India, Coolpad Note 3 Lite. The dual-SIM dual-4G Coolpad Note 3 Lite runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop. The smartphone comes with a 13 megapixel rear camera and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. The device offers 16GB of inbuilt storage that is expandable up to 64 GB through a microSD card. The Coolpad Note 3 Lite is priced at Rs 6,999.

Perfect fit

Florsheim USA, an international footwear brand for men, has introduced a new collection - the Florsheim Brookfield Tassel shoes. The collection is available in full-grain deerskin and full-grain calfskin leather. Available in black and cognac tan, the range is priced at Rs 9,495. The collection is available at showrooms of Metro Shoes, Mochi, Regal Shoes, INC.5 and other selected outlets across the country.

Head on

Letv, a leading internet conglomerate and technology company, launched its innovative Le 3D Helmet and LeMe Bluetooth headphones and the Super Cycle. Designed to enhance users' entertainment experience, the Le 3D Helmet and the LeMe Bluetooth headphones will offer a unique video and audio experience to consumers. The Super Cycle is not just a cycle, claims the company. It is an internet-enabled self-powered transport system, which will take fitness to newer levels, says a prepeared note released during launch. With various sensors integrated in the cycle, it collects all data generated when cycling and through cloud computing allows you to get real-time statistical data.

Smooth drive

Mahindra has launched the compact SUV KUV100 priced Rs 4.42 lakh-Rs 6.76 lakh (ex-showroom, Pune). The KUV 100 is designed in-house and engineered at Mahindra's research and development facility, the Mahindra Research Valley at Chennai. The SUV is powered by a new engine, mFALCON, and will be available with 5-seater and 6-seater options. The company's first ever mini SUV is the second M&M product based on a monocoque platform. The first product was Mahindra XUV500. The vehicle's light platform helps it achieve high fuel efficiency while offering great performance. The company claims that the KUV100 petrol version returns an ARAI-certified mileage of 18.23 kmpl, while the diesel version returns an impressive 25.3 kmpl.