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Samsung Galaxy M15 Prime Edition and more

Samsung Galaxy M15 Prime Edition and more

Tech companies Samsung, Xiaomi, Asus, ViewSonic and others launched smartphones, smartwatches, TV projector, accessories and more this week (September 23-29, 2024).

DHs Weekly Gadgets Edition lists the latest personal technology products to keep you up to date on everything going on in consumer electronics.

Samsung Galaxy M15 Prime Edition

Samsung Galaxy M15 Prime Edition series.

The new Galaxy M15 Prime has a 6.6-inch full HD + (1080 x 2340p) Infinity-V Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate.

It also has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, 3.5mm audio jack, hybrid dual SIM slots (nano SIM + nano SIM or microSD card), and type-c port.

6nm-class MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ octa-core processor with Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, OneUI 6 based on Android 14, 4GB / 6GB / 8GB LPDDR4x RAM, 128GB storage (expandable up to 1TB) and 6,000mAh Contains battery. 25W fast charging feature.

It also has a triple camera module: main 50MP camera (with f/1.8) + 5MP ultra-wide camera (f/2.2) + 2MP (f/2.4) macro sensor and LED flash on the back. It has a 13MP (f/2.0) front camera.

Samsung’s latest Galaxy M15 Prime Edition comes in three colors: topaz blue, sky blue, and stone gray. It is available in three variants namely 4GB RAM + 128GB storage, 6GB RAM + 128GB storage and 8GB RAM + 128GB storage for Rs 13,499, Rs 14,499 and Rs 16,499 respectively.

Sony BRAVIA Theater U neckband speaker

Sony BRAVIA Theater U neckband speaker.

The new neckband speaker promises to deliver immersive sound that envelops the user’s ears for outdoor yet personal listening. It also has an IPX4 rating, which means it is resistant to accidental splashes.

The 360 ​​Spatial Sound feature creates a spatial sound field around the user for atmospheric listening when paired with Sony’s compatible BRAVIA TVs.

It comes with an X-Balanced speaker unit that enhances movies and TV series with cinema-quality sound, so every word spoken by the actors is clear and precise.

It can deliver up to 12 hours with a full charge. It also supports fast charging. It can last just over an hour on a 10-minute charge.

Sony BRAVIA Theater U (HT-AN7) is priced at Rs 24,990.

It comes in a compact 0.6 liter chassis with a height of only 34 mm. It has a US MIL-STD 810H rating and is capable of operating in extreme temperatures (55 degrees Celsius maximum and -22 degrees Celsius minimum).

It runs Windows 11 operating system and is powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processor (Series 2) multi-architecture CPU, Intel ARC GPU and NPU. A total of up to 115 platforms can deliver TOPS (Trillion Transactions Per Second). The NPU delivers up to 47 TOPS, providing advanced AI capabilities and tripling AI performance for applications compared to the previous model.

It comes with Thunderbolt 4 USB port, HDMI 2.1, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2 and 3.5mm Audio Jack. It also supports Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), 2.5G Ethernet and Bluetooth 5.4. It will arrive in stores later this year.

NVIDIA showcases GeForce RTX AI computers in Bengaluru

John Gillooly, Technical Product Marketing Manager, South Asia Pacific, NVIDIA is showcasing its latest Nvidia-powered AI computers in Bengaluru on September 26, 2024.

Nvidia showcased its top-of-the-line GeForce RTX AI computers in Bengaluru earlier this week.

They included ASUS TUF A15, HP Victus, Lenovo LOQ, Acer Aspire 7, MSI Crosshair 16HX and Dell G15. The company highlighted its AI-enhanced capabilities for gaming, creativity, and productivity.

NVIDIA South Asia Pacific Technical Product Marketing Manager John Gillooly introduced various use cases of the latest NVIDIA GPU-powered AI computers.

Nvidia Broadcast and Canvas app were unveiled at the event in Bengaluru on September 26, 2024.

The new GeForce RTX GPU features Tensor Cores, dedicated AI accelerators to deliver the best gaming experience. It also helps creators edit videos seamlessly.

Devices with GeForce RTX can also be used for software coding and research studies for STEM. This horsepower is needed to unlock advanced AI capabilities.

The company also showcased the NVIDIA Broadcast application. The latter can turn any room into a home studio. It can take live broadcasts, voice chats and video conference calls to the next level.

ViewSonic M10 portable RGB laser projector

ViewSonic M10 portable RGB laser projector.

It features a premium brushed metallic finish and minimalist industrial design.

With RGB lasers, it can offer a wider color gamut that meets BT.2020 standards. This surpasses DCI-P3, delivering more vibrant, lifelike colors that are ideal for large-scale cinematic displays.

It has 2,200 RGB Laser Lumens brightness to deliver clear and vibrant cinematic-level visuals even under ambient lighting. Additionally, the mercury-free and lamp-free light source guarantees consistent brightness for up to 30,000 hours.

It also comes with smart auto-setup functions for hassle-free use. It adopts ToF technology that provides instant autofocus and provides sharp images within seconds after adjusting the position of the projector. Automatic horizontal/vertical keystone allows users to enjoy hands-free setup and achieve perfectly shaped images whether the projector is projecting from the side or towards the ceiling.

It also has a high-quality built-in Harman Kardon speaker and can pair with headphones as well.

Can be directly connected to smartphones and tablets via USB-C port; and facilitate ceiling projection without an additional tripod. It costs Rs 1,50,000.

Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Lite

Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Lite.

It has a vibrant 1.96-inch AMOLED display with 600 nits of brightness. It has a 5 ATM water resistance rating. It can withstand water pressure up to 50 meters deep for 10 minutes and other water-based activities.

It supports hundreds of watch faces, runs Xiaomi HyperOS and Bluetooth-based voice search, and can last up to 18 days on a full battery charge.

It has a built-in GPS to track walking and running. It also helps users track their fitness by tracking sleep, heart rate, and the number of calories burned in more than 200 sports and physical activities. It comes in two colors (Black and Grey) for Rs 3,499.

It comes in two screen sizes, 24-inch and 27-inch, with a Full HD IPS display panel with thin edge-to-edge bezels. They are TÜV Rheinland Certified and RPF 35 Compliant. Provides low blue light and flicker-free operation for optimum eye comfort.

Supports 100Hz refresh rate, 65W USB-C power delivery, HDMI 1.4 and DisplayPort 1.2, allowing flexible integration with a variety of devices

Guarantees optimum performance and compatibility with VESA certified Media Sync. It features a USB Hub (Dual USB 3.2 Gen1 Type A downstream) and daisy chain topology for connecting to other computer networks in a small office or home office space.

BenQ GW2486TC 24-inch monitor is available at a price of Rs 14,998. The larger 27-inch GW2786TC will be launched soon for Rs 18,490.

Google unveils Gemini for Google Workspace assistant

At Work for Gemini Workspace.

After starting Gemini Pro 1.5 and Gemini Flash AI models, Google hosted the Gemini at Work global event earlier this week.

The company, PODS, Snap, Volkswagen US, Warner Bros. It showcased nearly 50 new customer stories from organizations around the world, including Discovery and others, and highlighted how effective generative AI can be when run at scale.

Google Workspace assistant Gemini can significantly increase users’ productivity at work. According to Google’s recent research on corporate customers, an average of 105 minutes were saved per user per week.

“We are inspired by the creativity and speed with which our customers are adopting AI. We continue to work hard to partner with our customers to help them deliver real business value in the form of increased leads, conversions, sales and profits. We are committed to ‘Making AI work for everyone, enabling organizations of all sizes to deliver real business value in the form of increased leads, conversions, sales and profits.’ “We are committed to taking a bold and responsible approach to help the world solve challenges in completely new ways.” in question Thomas Kurian is the CEO of Google Cloud.

Winners of the 2nd Edition Imagine Smartphone Photography have been announced

(From left) Vivo Judges – Karun Arora and Zoya Akhtar with winner Kukkala Suresh.

Recently, Vivo offered the 2nd edition of the Imagine Smartphone Photography competition in India.

This year vivo received more than 17,000 applications, from which 30 finalists were selected after a tough competition.

The company announced the winners at a special event held at Taj Santacruz in Mumbai, in the presence of Writer and Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar.

Jury winner Kukkala Suresh took home the grand prize of Rs 5 lakh and vivo X100 Pro for his spectacular shot. The winners of the six categories were each awarded a vivo X100 Pro smartphone.

It was published 29 September 2024, 00:30 IST