• Consumer Electronics
    Key features of the latest iPhones

    The much-awaited iPhones of 2019 were released by Apple at their flagship event in California on September 10. While the iPhone 11 is an upgrade of the earlier iPhone XR, iPhone Pro has been called as the successor of the iPhone XS. The iPhone Pro Max is a slightly bigger version of iPhone Pro.

    The iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max have been slated to deliver advanced performance to pro users and those who want the best from their smartphones. The new iPhones have a stunning display, powerful A13 Bionic chip, and cutting-edge three-camera system, a very first for the iPhone. Plus, the iPhones look quite sleek in a fresh palette of colors and are powered by longer battery life.

    The iPhones are available for pre-order from September 13, and available in stores from September 20. Here are some of the notable features of iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max you must know before you buy the latest smartphone from Apple.

    Display
    The iPhone 11 has a 6.1-inch LCD display with 19.5:9 aspect ratio, True Tone, 1792×828 pixels, 1400:1 contrast ratio, 79.0% screen-to-body ratio, and Dolby Vision / HDR10. Comparatively, the iPhone 11 Pro has a slightly smaller screen size with 5.8-inch OLED display. Similar to iPhone 11, the Pro also has True Tone, Dolby Vision / HDR10, and the same aspect ratio. The screen resolution, however, is more at 2436 x 1125 pixels with 2,000000:1 contrast ratio. Thus, the Pro has double the aspect ratio with 15% more efficiency. Additionally, the screen-to-body ratio is 82.1%. The iPhone Pro Max is bigger than the other two with a display size of 6.5 inches. The resolution is also higher at 2688 x 1242 pixels with a screen-to-body ratio of 84.4%. With a larger screen size, the iPhone Pro Max will be a good choice for those who prefer a phablet.

    Design
    Compared to their earlier versions, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max are heavier. The iPhone 11 Pro measures 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm (5.67 x 2.81 x 0.32 in) and weighs 188 g (6.63 oz). The earlier version, iPhone XS measured 5.7×2.79×0.3 in and weighed 174 g (6.14 oz). The Pro Max measures 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm (6.22 x 3.06 x 0.32 inches) and weighs 226 grams (7.97 oz.). The earlier version iPhone XS Max measured nearly the same but at a lower weight of 7.3 oz. or 208 g. However, the iPhone 11 is nearly the same as iPhone XR at 5.94 x 2.98 x 0.33 in and weighs 194 g (6.84 oz).

    Another difference between iPhone 11 and the Pro is that the former has an aluminum chassis and the latter has a stainless-steel chassis. Also, the iPhone 11 has retained the glass back of the earlier versions, while the Pro and Pro Max have a matte finish. Furthermore, the color palette of the finishes is far more interesting. The iPhone 11 is available in six colors— Product (Red), black, white, yellow, green, and purple. The iPhone Pro and Pro Max are available in sober shades of space grey, silver, midnight green, and gold. All the three phones have screens with a rating of IP68 for water resistance for up to 30 minutes to a depth of 4 meters.

    Camera
    With an ultra-new camera system, Apple has stepped up their game. Although the rectangular camera humps may look bulky, the phones promise to deliver high-definition and high-intensity photos whether they are shot in daylight or at night. Also, the phones have a brighter True Tone flash. On the back, the iPhone 11 sports a two-camera system with a primary camera and an ultrawide camera, while iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max has a three-camera system with primary, ultrawide, and telephoto camera. The specs of the cameras are as follows:

    • Front Camera: 12MP ‘TrueDepth’ module, f/2.2 aperture
    • Primary Camera: 12 MP, f/1.8 aperture, 26mm, 4K 60fps video
    • Ultrawide Camera: 12 MP, f/2.4 aperture, 13mm
    • Telephoto Camera : 12 MP, f/2.0 aperture, 52mm (telephoto), 2x optical zoom

    A significant feature is the ability of the ultrawide camera to shoot action videos. What’s more, is that users can shoot 4K videos! Additionally, the phones have the feature of easily zooming between each of the cameras. Another first for the latest iPhones is that they let users record videos without switching out of Photo Mode with a simple feature known as QuickTake.

    Performance
    The new iPhones come loaded with Apple’s new A13 Bionic chipset. It has supposedly the fastest CPU and GPU ever in a smartphone making the iPhones powerfully efficient. Additionally, the A13 chip is far more efficient than the previous A12, at nearly 40%. This gives a big boost to battery life.

    Battery life

    One of the biggest USPs of Apple’s 2019 iPhones is their long-lasting battery. The iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max reportedly last “4 hours” more than the previous version, that is iPhone XS, while the iPhone 11 runs 1 hour longer than the iPhone XS. The battery specs are as follows:

    • iPhone 11 – 3110 mAh
    • iPhone 11 Pro – 3190 mAh
    • iPhone 11 Pro Max – 3500 mAh

    Price

    • iPhone 11
      The 64GB model is priced at $699, the 128GB model is priced at ($749), and the 256GB ($849).
    • iPhone 11 Pro
      The 64GB model is priced at $999, the 256GB model is priced at $1,149, and the 512GB model is priced at $1,349.
    • iPhone 11 Pro Max
      The 64GB model is priced at $1,099, the 256GB model is priced at ($1,249), and the 512GB model is priced at $1,449.
  • Consumer Electronics
    Common mistakes to avoid while purchasing smartphones

    If this is your first time buying a smart phone, then you have your work cut ot for you. Well, purchasing a phone is not an easy task as much as you think. People never give enough attention on purchasing a phone which is why they end up changing it after every few months due to changes and uprgades in technology. Yes, it is true that daily new technology launches and companies offer the latest techno-friendly products.

    But, it doesn’t mean that you change your phone with every new launch. If you are looking for a reliable option, then you should take care of few things. You have to choose a device, which can upgrade easily and support new technology. The easy upgrade of the phone allows you to do minor changes and enjoy the new system at your old version.

    Apart from choosing a good option, you should also consider few things. People often commit some common mistakes while they are selecting a phone. If you want to avoid these mistakes, follow a few simple tips and trick that wil guide you best while choosing and browsing from all smart phones across various brands.

    Rely on others suggestion: Friends and relatives always give their suggestions since they have used a number of products which are similar to all smart phone you are browsing from popular brands. but at the end of the day, no one can perfectly identify your needs as compared to you. It is good that you consider their suggestions in your purchase. But, don’t trust their advice blindly. Buying a phone just because it is suggested by your friend or relative is really a bad decision. Buy a phone when you are actually satisfied with all the functions.

    Never be in hurry: Buying a phone is not a small investment. The best phone always comes with a little price tag. So, make sure that you have enough time for visiting a store. People always take a decision in hurry and excitement and always take a bad decision. So, never go shopping when you have not made up your mind about the features you need in all smart phones you want to browse across brands. It will help you to get the best model from all smart phones and it allows you to take a visit to different stores.

    Attract towards offers: There are many service providers are available in the market. Due to the presence of many providers, the tough competition can be seen between them. Every service provider wants to earn profit more and thus they temp buyers with amazing offers that might not be suited for their purpose. But, don’t get trapped in these offers. Just check the reliability of the provider and the value of phone as well. It will help you to save your money and stay away from all scams.

    Choosing attractive body instead of features: Yes, it is the most common mistake that buyers commit, but all that glitters is not gold which is why all smart phones which are shiny cannot boasts that best features. The slim attractive body of smart phones grabs the attention of people but make sure that you focus more on the workability and functionality of phones instead of just an attractive outline. If you want the best value for your investment these are the few common mistakes that you should avoid while purchasing a phone. More help can be found online, depending on the make and model of all smart phones you intend to browse through over a long leisurely weekend before making an informed decision.

  • Consumer Electronics
    Tips that will help you buy a good smartphone

    A Smartphone is the most common and usable gadget nowadays. Whatever you want to do, you can perform every task with your phone. This is why people always like to choose the best one. The phone lover people always give attention on each feature of the phone and like to get the new technology. They know that a good phone can make their daily life task easy and hassle-free.

    Buying a new phone is not a small investment. In the few past years, the rates of all smart phones have risen due to enhanced and upgraded features these phones boast. If we talk about the best features including smooth touch, great features, camera quality and good memory, then you have to pay a good amount for getting all feature in a device. It is not true that you should pay a hefty price to have a great phone. Many service providers are available in the market, which offer amazing products at very reasonable price.

    There are plenty of buying options for all smart phones that make you able to compare prices and get the best one according to your needs. But, still, people can’t take a wise decision while they buying a cell phone. If you are also stuck between so many options, then go with these following tips to take a good decision.

    Research well: It is better that you do all essential research before buying a cell phone. You can get reviews on all smart phones online and compare the price and qualities as well. The internet gives you access to get all the information in a matter of seconds. So, to keep all the confusion at bay, you should take the advantage of internet and decide some good option for you. A good research always helps to get a great device with multiple benefits.

    Plan a reasonable budget: Never go with a fixed budget. As you know that the market is fulfilled with the great options, it is possible that you may find better options as compared to your selected device. So, it is better that you plan a reasonable budget which can be stretched to get the best option. A fixed budget can bound you to choose only a few options and you lose the best one just because of little difference.

    Fix an option: For selecting a good phone, you have to decide a few qualities, which you desire in your new phone. Selecting an option allows you to save your time. You don’t have to check all the options because you know the right choice for you. Moreover, no vendor can trick you with the attractive options because your goals are fixed. So, always choose an option before visiting a store. Check online and compare features of the ones which you would perfer in a phone.

    Bring a person with you: Bringing a friend is a good option. But, make sure you take a person with you who knows the plus and minus points of all smart phones and has good knowledge of the latest technology. Only a knowledgable person can give you the right suggestions and make your purchase worth your time money and efforts.

    Give preference to features: Always give attention to the features instead of looks. You are going to rely more on the processor and a good looking body can’t make your daily life work easy. So, make sure you prefer the unique features first and place the look at the second priority. It will help you to get a good workability of all smart phones and you will get the best value for your money.

    Just go with these amazing tips and buy the best of everything.

  • Consumer Electronics
    OnePlus 5 – The newest game changer

    With the advent of technology, various innovations came into being. From computers to smartphones, each of these devices has made themselves an indispensable part of our lives. If you are keen on buying a new smartphone, you need to go through the smartphone reviews before making the purchase. Also, smartphone reviews ensure that you get a detailed and first-hand information about the phone you are crushing on. As per the latest Android cell phone reviews, OnePlus, which was founded in December 2013 and is a Shenzhen-based start-up and producer of smartphones, is a current favorite. The company’s claim to fame is its bid to offer flagship-level specs in its smartphones, at affordable prices. OnePlus sold its smartphones initially with an invite system where customers would be sent an invite to purchase smartphones. This purchase had had to make within a fixed time frame. Now, the company holds open sales.

    With the OnePlus 3, this ‘start-up’ finally made a phone that was nearly perfect. There’s no OnePlus 4 this year, but instead, the OnePlus 5 takes things up another level with a higher price level and a seriously packed spec sheet

    The interesting dual-camera is a headline feature but in typical OnePlus fashion a frankly ridiculous 8GB of RAM.

    The OnePlus 5 is now available in Soft Gold, black and ‘slightly less black’ or Midnight Black and Slate Grey. The Soft Gold with a white front is subtle and actually looks almost silver in a certain light.

    The OnePlus 5 is an attractive phone. The back is slightly curvier and resembles the matte-black iPhone 7 Plus. The front is pretty much the same as those of the outgoing OnePlus 3

    The OnePlus 5 has a 5.5 inch Full HD display, a processor of Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, Adreno 540 GPU, Dual camera set up, 6GB or 8GB RAM, Type C USB port, Wireless charging,front-facing finger-print scanner, Android 7.1.2 Nougat OS and 3300 mAh battery.

    The launch of OnePlus 7 was made in June 2017. The OnePlus 7 comes with a 5.5-inch Full HD Optic AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen with a resolution of 1080 x 2080 pixels. The pixel density of 401 pixels per inch comes with the resolution of 1080 x 2080 pixels. The screen is also protected by a Corning Gorilla Glass Scratch Resistant display which makes it durable.

    The phone weighs only 153 grams and is 7.3-mm thin. Powered by a 2.45 GHz Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, it implies a good speed. The OnePlus 5 comes with 6 & 8 GB of RAM which shows that the processor has Octa cores in the CPU whereas the 6 & 8 GB of RAM ensures the smooth running of the phone with multiple applications simultaneously open. This provides a good experience of using a smartphone. The graphics processor is also packed in the OnePlus along with a 64 & 128 GB of internal storage. The phone does not support expandable storage that acts as the only backdrop.

    There is powered by a 3300 mAh battery, and OnePlus 5 runs Android 7.1.2 OS. The Dual SIM Smartphone takes into consideration the 2017s and also provides various connectivity options such as GPS, Wifi, NFC, Bluetooth, HotSpot.

    The camera of the OnePlus 5 is a 20 & 16 MP shooter which also bears the Auto Focus feature along with Face Detection, Panorama Mode, HDR, Touch Focus, Geo-tagging, Digital Zoom, Video Recording. The Front Facing Camera of the smartphone is capable of shooting good 16 MP Selfies which makes it a selfie lover phone.

    Smartphone makers can make the phone charge quick if not extend the life of their batteries. The OnePlus 5 has been launched with a fast charging feature. Apple, Samsung, HTC, and OnePlus have launched devices with fast charging, claiming to boost the power at a quicker rate. In fact, OnePlus is boasting its new OnePlus 5 can go from zero to fully refill in just over an hour.

    This phone is worth a buy.

  • Consumer Electronics
    Samsung Galaxy S8 – An upgrade you shouldn’t miss

    Smartphones are one of the biggest boons of technology and have proven to be helpful in getting us through the day. We live our lives through our phones. They are now our screens of choice to enjoy everything from reading to play the games. If you are keen on buying a new smartphone, you need to go through the various smartphone reviews online, since this is where you can find the right information regarding smartphones. There are special sites that ensure the potential buyers receive right smartphone review.

    According to the various Android cell phone reviews, the Samsung Galaxy S8 has infinity display that gives you an incredible full-screen experience that also fits in your hand. This is a 5’8 inch OLED display. It is a sharp screen with huge display and high resolution. The edges of the S8 have a seamless feeling and pushed the display to the top and bottom of the phone. It has switched from the hardware buttons. The software button is basic, and the position can be changed. The fingerprint reader is at the back of the phone which makes the position a bit difficult. The functionality is not compromised as it is extremely thin and has a headphone jack. It also has wireless charging and fast charging. The phone has iris scanner in order to protect your most important files. This phone has the home button on the screen that creates an enigmatic full-screen experience. This full-screen phone gives you the experience to work more and multitask on the same screen. This phone was created by reorganizing the interior of the phone. The components are made smaller without making any compromises on the performance on the phone. This was created by having a curved edge display that removed the blazes on the sides of the phone. The experience of seeing a movie and game has a better experience with the infinity display. It almost feels like you are holding a display. It is immersive if you are playing video games.

    Galaxy S8 gives a whole new way to interact with Bixby. This analysis gets smarter and more intuitive with every use. If you do like something, it even helps you analyze the image and provides information without having to type a single world. As Bixby evolves with every use, it becomes smarter and shows things you already need without you having to instruct or target search. This gives you the right content just when you need it. Bixby also gives you information on what you are looking at and gives you information that is needed. Samsung also provides Samsung Dex provides you a PC with an experience with your phone. The Bixby does everything that a google assistant does, but it’s just done by Samsung. Bixby has their own button on the side, and it also has a google assistant as it has a google assistant as well.

    The camera which is 8MP in the front helps you capture perfect selfies by recognizing your face. It will always focus on your face. It can also take sharp, beautiful pictures in low light. The zoom in feature has become easier with the dual pixel 12 MP rear view mirror. You can broadcast from your phone with the Gear 360 you can live broadcast. This phone is waterproof. It is similar to S7 cameras, and nothing has really changed.

    Overall the Galaxy S8 is impressive. The design of the phone is enhanced. They have not worked a lot on the camera and software. The battery life is not good, and the fast charging is not as fast as it used to be. The phone does not get overheated. The gaming on the phone gives you a very good experience. The performance on the phone is fast and blaze through everything you want to do. It is almost a perfect phone by Samsung. It has every feature conceivable to a human mind.

  • Consumer Electronics
    Sony Xperia Z5 Review- A cost-efficient smartphone

    Whenever you set out to buy smartphones, ensure that you go through the smartphone reviews since these are where one gets the first-hand information on the phone. If you are keen on going through the smartphone reviews, there are various websites that are solely dedicated to providing apt Android cell phone reviews which aid potential buyers in making the right choice.  According to the various smartphone reviews, Sony Xperia is one of the commendable smartphones. This is a phone that takes your pictures and stories look very good.

    Something feels different with the Sony Xperia Z5 after years of too-hasty handset updates and makes you feel like it’s a worthwhile advance on the previous model.

    The rounded edges have been rounded off more. The change in the placement of the buttons has been switched with one edge. Green, black, gold and white color is the available choices for the Xperia Z5. All of the colors look great. The gold version is refined. The branding has been worked upon, and the etching of the Xperia on the side of the phone is an added plus. The flash sits below the camera located at the top left corner a little not of the sensor details are also available. The added benefit of caps adds to the increasing inefficiency to absorb impact when dropped.

    Designing a plain level on the Xperia Z5 in order to cover microSD and nano SIM slots, is a good design change. The ports around the phone are made to be waterproof. The waterproof 3.5mm headphone jack is situated at the top edge of the Xperia Z5. The bottom edge of the Xperia Z5arms the micro USB port used for charging and data transfer. The power button is now located halfway down to the edge of the phone along with the camera button.

    A Cortex-A53 quad-core clocked at 1.5GHz with another quad-core Cortex A57 clocked at 2GHz, as well as an Adreno 430 GPU makes it identical. That’s backed up by 3GB of RAM as well, and nothing has changed on the new phone. Multitasking has improved on previous Xperia Z phones, and sliding in and out of apps is satisfyingly quick.

    Z5 Smartphone was launched in October 2015, comes with a 5.2-inch IPS LCD Capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels at a pixel density of 424 pixels per inch. The screen is not protected by a Scratch Resistant display.

    The phone is 7.3-mm thin, and tips the scale at 156.5 grams. The phone is powered by a 2 GHz Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor, and it comes with 3 GB of RAM. This means that the processor has Octa cores in the CPU and 3 GB of RAM, ensuring that the phone runs smoothly with multiple applications. The Sony Xperia Z5 also packs in a graphics processor and 32 GB of internal storage which can be expanded to 200 GB via a microSD card. The Sony Xperia Z5 runs Android 5.1 OS and is powered by a 2900 mAh battery. It’s a Dual SIM Smartphone, and connectivity options on the Sony Xperia Z5 include, GPS, HotSpot, and Bluetooth.

    The main camera on the Sony Xperia Z5 is a 23 MP shooter with Auto Focus, Video Recording. The smartphone has a Front Facing Camera capable of shooting good 5 MP Selfies.

    The hype of The Xperia Z5 Premium has been up to mark to some degree, but there is still an issue with the battery life as the same is not perfected. Throwing in a 2K screen to show Samsung and LG how to do it would have really impressed and demonstrated exactly why Sony should be in this market. To conclude, the Z5 has the right parts, but it isn’t as perfect as it could’ve been.

  • Consumer Electronics
    What to know before you buy a MacBook Pro

    The new MacBook Pro of Apple Inc., an upgrade of the 13-inch notebook, comes with new processor options from Intel’s latest seventh-generation Core i5 and Core i7 series. The excellent ultraportable notebook, MacBook Pro’s new model, has the same exteriors as its but has an improved battery life and better performance as compared to its previous generation. The 13-inch MacBook Pro is exceptionally thin, weighing around 1.36 kg when compared to other full-featured laptops.

    TouchBar feature:

    The Touch Bar is replacing the function keys on top of the keyboard, MacBook Pro is more versatile in its usage. The Touch Bar enables the MacBook Pro users to increase, contract and customize system controls to reveal brightness, volume, and much more. The user can easily answer his/her iPhone call or even a FaceTime from the keyboard itself, without moving the cursor. With the Touch Bar, you also have fast admission to text recommendations and emoji in apps like Mail and Messenger. A genius creation, MacBook Pro is ultimate when it comes to OS, and the touch bar changes the entire experience. All the key features and tools are visible on the touch bar, thus making the entire process quite simple and easy to use.

    Performance:

    Ultraportable, MacBook Pro uplifts the notebook to a whole new level of performance. Super – performing processor along with excellent storage capacity, MacBook Pro has amazing graphics and up to 10 hours of battery life. Created with seventh-generation Intel Core processors along with Turbo Boost frequencies up to 4.1GHz, performance is brilliant. Also equipped with 10-bit HEVC hardware acceleration, MacBook Pro enables boosts in 4K video compression in macOS High Sierra.

    Along with a speed of 3.2GB/s, the 15-inch MacBook Pro notepad model comes with a 2TB SSD. This can help you easily cover even the biggest of projects without having to use any external drive. All this allow MacBook Pro enthusiasts to boot up, launch multiple apps or import huge files in a blink of an eye.

    With bright LED backlighting and a high contrast ratio, MacBook Pro’s larger pixel aperture makes it the best and even more efficient. Networking with MacBook Pro is quite an experience in itself. The keyboard is equipped with second-generation butterfly mechanism thus giving that has stability four times more than a traditional scissor mechanism. It also offers better comfort and the response time is much faster. The expansive Force Touch trackpad gives the users’ fingers enough room to gesture and click.

    Look and Style:

    When talking about the look and feel, the newest Apple MacBook Pro is available in Silver or the Space Gray color. The complete skeleton of the notepad and its lid is made up of aluminum. MacBook Pro’s speakers sound tough for such a razor-thin laptop and can fill a room with distortion-free music.

    In Thunderbolt 3, ultra-high bandwidth is chained with the ultra-versatility of the USB-C industry standard to create a universal port. It incorporates data transfer, charging, and much more. The different size of MacBook Pro is available with four ports, thus allowing the user to do everything from either side. The existing devices are easily linked with a cable or adapter. The superiority of Thunderbolt 3 is that’s reversible, i.e., no matter which way you plug in, the right side is always up.The innovative split blade design of MacBook Pro ensures increased airflow thus eliminating heat and ensuring proper airflow, especially during video editing, file transfer, etc. The asymmetrical layout of the fan blades also helps in reducing noise, thus making it more likable.

    With 90 days of absolutely free technical support, MacBook Pro comes with a limited warranty of one-year.