Gadgets

Living the future: Rising smart home automation offers a new way of life

Growing demand for technologically-enabled systems now allow homeowners to take more control, besides saving on energy costs and increasing security measures

Tech recap 2024: Monitors to cameras, check top 5 creator-focused gadgets

From laptops to action cameras, here are five creator-focused gadgets designed to enhance productivity and creativity, reviewed in 2024

Premium air purifiers that will bring relief as pollution crisis gets worse

Buy devices that can clean up large rooms and have filters to capture small particles

Apple launches Mac mini with smaller footprint, powered by M4 and M4 Pro

Apple has also launched new Mac accessories with USB-C, including new Magic Keyboard models, Magic Trackpad, Magic Mouse, and Thunderbolt 5 Pro Cable

Logitech M196 Bluetooth mouse with 12-month battery life launched in India

Priced at Rs 1,125, the Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse is available for purchase in India. The mouse is offered in graphite, off-white, and rose colour option

Dell XPS 13, powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 2, launched: Price, specs

Priced at Rs 1,81,990 onwards, the new Dell XPS is now available for purchase at select Dell Exclusive Stores (DES), large format retail, and multi-brand outlets

GoPro Hero 13 Black hands-on: HB-series lenses, magnetic mount lead charge

The GoPro Hero 13 Black brings several notable upgrades, from the HB-series lenses to the improved mounting system and connectivity features. Read first impressions here. Stay tuned for a full review

Govt's policy flip-flops on imports of gadgets raises biz uncertainty: GTRI

The government's policy flip-flops on restricting imports of laptops and similar products have increased business uncertainty and costs, think tank GTRI said on Wednesday. A decisive and consistent policy is crucial to encourage global technology companies to shift manufacturing units to India and build a robust electronics supply chain, it added. To promote local manufacturing and reduce reliance on China, the government must announce a stable and long-term policy, it noted. India, it said, is bound by the ITA-1 (information technology) agreement of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and cannot raise import duties, leaving import restrictions as the primary tool for fostering domestic production. However, the repeated extensions of import authorisations and delays in implementing a clear Import Management System (IMS) have undermined these efforts, the think tank said. "A decisive, consistent policy is crucial to encourage global tech companies to shift manufacturing to India and

ASUS launches Intel Core Ultra Series 2-powered AI laptops, NUC desktop

The new range of Intel chips-powered ASUS laptops and NUC desktop will receive AI tools and features currently limited to Microsoft Copilot Plus platform based on Qualcomm chips

Make your listening experience luxurious, buy these premium headphones

These devices give the best sound quality and are soft to wear even for hours

GoPro launches HERO13 Black, entry-level HERO cameras in India: Details

Priced at Rs 44,990, GoPro HERO13 Black camera is now available for pre-order in India. Priced at Rs 23,990, the HERO will be available on pre-order starting September 16

OnePlus Buds Pro 3 with sound by Dynaudio launched: Check price, features

Priced at Rs 11,999, the OnePlus Buds Pro 3 will be available in India starting August 23 on OnePlus.in, OnePlus Experience stores, and e-commerce platforms such as Amazon, Flipkart, and Myntra

Acer Nitro V 16 gaming laptop, powered by AMD Ryzen, launched: Details here

Acer Nitro V 16 gaming laptop is priced at Rs 109,999 onwards and is now available in India at Acer exclusive stores

Pixel 9 series: All you need to know about the 'Made by Google' smartphones

The Pixel 9 series encompasses four models of which two models - Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL - will be available for pre-order in India from August 14. The other two will be available on later dates

Lenovo Legion Tab with gaming-oriented features launched: Know price, specs

Priced at Rs 39,999, the Lenovo Legion Tab will be available in India from August 15 on the company's official website and e-commerce platform Flipkart

Modular kitchens that are a statement of style, make cooking convenient

Solutions make optimum use of space and save effort and time in cooking

Sony ULT Wear review: Great sound, long battery life and lightweight design

Long battery life, good ANC, and quick charge options make the Sony ULT Wear perfect companions for a commute. With their strong thump, ULT Wear is likely to be really popular with younger users

Nothing launches Phone 2a Plus, sale starts from Aug 7: Check price, specs

Based on the Nothing Phone 2a, which it launched in March, the Plus model brings performance improvement, new front facing camera sensor, and some design changes

Realme 13 Pro series, Watch S2, Buds T310 launched in India: Price, specs

The Realme 13 Pro series smartphones are available for pre-order, with sale set to commence from August 6. The Watch S2 and Buds T310 go on sale from August 5

HONOR 200 series with AI-powered utility features launched: Price, specs

Both HONOR 200 Pro and HONOR 200 smartphones will be available in India starting July 20 on exploreHONOR website, e-commerce platform Amazon India and select retail outlets