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Author: Aniruddh

  • HP Omen Vs ASUS STRIX 2 -Comparison

    Gaming laptops are becoming popular in Indian market. There are many options available today when it comes gaming laptops in India. HP Omen and ASUS ROG series are known for gaming laptops. In this post, let us have a quick comparison between HP Omen-dc0106tx Vs ASUS SCAR 2.

    HP Omen Vs ASUS STRIX -Comparison

    Design

    Designwise both HP Omen 15-dc0106tx and ASUS ROG STRIX are attractive. Both with their distinctive theme and solid build quality provide a great feel.

    Coming to differences, HP Omen sports most of the ports in the rear side and camera is placed in the top center. ASUS STRIX has most of the ports in the left side and camera is placed in the bottom right. We liked the HP Omen camera placement and comfortable palm rest area of ASUS STRIX.

    Processor and GPU

    Both HP Omen 15-dc0106tx and ASUS ROG STRIX which we have compared features Intel Core i7 8750H & DDR 4 16GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060. HP gaming laptop had 128GB SSD with 1TB hard disc and ASUS ROG had 256GB SSD and 1TB of hard disc.

    Starting with booting time to app/game launching was comparatively faster in ASUS ROG STRIX. Apart from that, other performance was more or less equal. Gaming performance, we felt ASUS did slightly better.

    Display

    Both these gaming laptops feature 15 inch full HD IPS display panel with 144Hz refresh rate. Brightness and Viewing angles were better in ASUS ROG according to us.

    HP Omen Vs ASUS STRIX -Comparison Summary

    HP Omen 15-dc0106tx advantages over ASUS ROG STRIX

    • Lighter. 2.2 Kg compared to 2.4Kg.
    • Placement of video camera.

    ASUS ROG STRIX Advantages over HP Omen 15-dc0106tx

    • Brighter display.
    • Better cooling system and comparatively quite fan.
    • Faster booting and app loading time.
    • Better trackpad and typing experience,

    These comparisons are based on our experience with HP Omen and ASUS STRIX. Both have their own pros and cons. Depending on the requirement, one can choose between these two laptops.

  • Asus ZenBook 13/14/15- Top 5 Reasons to buy

    Asus ZenBook series is known for providing powerful performance in a compact form factor with beautiful elegant looks. The new ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333), 14 (UX433) and 15 (UX533) continue with the same trend. They are more compact thanks to NanoEdge display which provides near borderless viewing experience. In this post, let us have a quick look into the new ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333), 14 (UX433) and 15 (UX533) features.

    Asus ZenBook 13/14/15- Top 5 Reasons to buy

    Design

    New ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333), 14 (UX433) and 15 (UX533) are the most compact laptops in their respective size categories. With four-sided frameless NanoEdge display, ZenBook 13 is smaller than a sheet of A4 paper and the ZenBook 14 is about the same as an A4 sheet. ZenBook 13 is also 14.3% smaller than the previous generation ZenBook 13 (UX331), making it an amazing 25% smaller than the 13-inch 2016 ZenBook UX330,

    NanoEdge display

    The latest Asus ZenBook 13/14/15 notebooks comes with Patent-pending innovations for the new frameless NanoEdge display panel. Without compromising on the camera placement, Asus has managed cut the frame size from all the 4 corners.

    Exclusive New NumberPad

    Most of the 13-inch and 14 inch notepads does not come with exclusive NumberPad. In order to solve this problem, Asus has integrated LED-illuminated numeric keypad integrated into the touchpad. Tapping a single touch sensor at the top right of the touchpad turns NumberPad on and off. While the numberpad is enabled, trackpad functions as usual which includes all gestures.

    New ultrathin webcam

    To accomodate camera at the top bezel location, Asus used ultrathin camera module, with a four-element lens to produce sharper images and lower noise. Additionally, the advanced infrared (IR) camera on the new ZenBook Flip series has see-in-the-dark capabilities that enable fast, reliable hands-free face login with Windows Hello — even in dim environments. From wake-up to login only takes a few seconds.

    Military grade reliability, Enterprise level security

    All of the new ZenBook models have been torture-tested to military-grade (MIL-STD-810G) reliability standards, with demanding tests that include environmental extremes of altitude, temperature and humidity, in addition to extensive drop, shock and vibration testing. They also feature TPM 2.0 module for enterprise level security that gives business IT managers a high level of security by providing secure user authentication and remote access to corporate intranets.

    Cutting-Edge Components

    The new ZenBook series is built to deliver unbounded on-the-go performance, featuring up to the latest 8th Generation Whisky Lake Intel Core i7 processor and a range of fast graphics options including up to NVIDIA GeForce MX150 discrete graphics on ZenBook 13 and 14. ZenBook 15 is equipped with high-performance NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q GPU. All ZenBook 13 and 14 models are equipped with up to 512GB PCIe SSDs and pack 8GB RAM as standard. The ZenBook 15 on the other hand, features a 1TB PCIe SSD with 16GB RAM. ErgoLift and Quite fan are also useful additions.

  • Mi Soundbar FAQ Pros and Cons

    Xiaomi has launched new soundbar in India along with Mi LED TV 4X Pro 55-inch model and Mi LED TV 4A Pro 43-inch model. The new Mi Soundbar will go on sale from next week. This is the first home audio device from Xiaomi in India. Here are some of the key Mi Soundbar FAQ Pros and Cons.

    Mi Soundbar

    Mi Soundbar FAQ Pros and Cons

    What is the price of Mi Soundbar? Where to buy?

    The Mi Soundbar price in India is Rs.4.999. It will be available through Mi.com and Mi home stores starting January 16.

    What are the different connectivity options available on Mi Soundbar?

    The connectivity options of Mi Soundbar includes Bluetooth v4.2, S/PDIF, Optical, Line-in, and 3.5mm aux-in.

    How many speakers it has?

    The new Mi Soundbar comes with eight drivers which include two 20mm dome speakers to cover higher frequencies, two 2.5 inch woofers for low frequencies and four passive radiators for the extreme low-end frequencies.

    What are the cons of Mi Soundbar?

    Based on the first impressions, here is the list of Mi Soundbar demerits.

    • No remote control: Need to rely on TV remote or manually needs to change.
    • Lacks HDMI input and USB support.
    • No sound profiles options.

    What are the pros of Mi Soundbar?

    Here is the quick list of merits of Mi Soundbar.

    • Aggressive pricing.
    • Great sound output for the price.
    • Good design.

    From when this soundbar will be available in India?

    It will first go on sale starting January 16, 2019 12PM IST.

    Mi Soundbar is claimed to be set up in 30 seconds. Though there are few disappointments, still it looks to be a great value for money device.

  • How to take screenshot on Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus

    There are many ways to capture screenshot on Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus. In this post, we will cover 4 different methods to perform screenshot on Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus. You can choose any of them and the results are more and less the same.So let’s explore the different options to solve the question How to take screenshot on Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus.

    How to take screenshot on Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus

    How to take screenshot on Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus

    Method 1: Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus screenshot using hardware keys

    This is the common method available on most of the latest Android phones. To take screenshot using this method, follow the steps given below.

    • Goto the page you want to capture screenshot.
    • Press and hold the volume down and power buttons simultaneously.
    • Screenshot will be captured.

    Method 2: Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus screenshot using palm swipe method

    To capture screenshot on Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus using this method, you need to swipe the side of your palm across the whole display from left to right or vice versa.

    Before following this step, ensure you have enabled this gesture by navigating to Settings > Advanced features > Palm swipe to capture.

    • Go to the screen on which you want to capture content.
    • Swipe the side of your palm across the display.

    Method 3:  Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus screenshot using Google Assistant Method

    To take screenshot using this method, follow the steps given below.

    • Go to the page you want to capture screenshot.
    • Launch Google Assistant by long pressing the Home key.
    • Say or type “Take a screenshot”.
    • Screenshot will be captured.

    Method 4: Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus screenshot using Bixby Method

    To take screenshot using Bixby method,

    • Navigate to the page you want to perform screenshot.
    • Launch Bixby by long pressing Bixby button placed right below the volume rocker keys.
    • Type or say  “Take a screenshot”.
    • Screenshot will be captured.

    How to take scroll screenshot on Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus

    To take scroll screenshot on Galaxy S9 or Galaxy S9 Plus,

    • First take the screenshot using any of the first two methods mentioned before.
    • Tap on “Scroll capture” option which shows up at the bottom of the screenshot preview.
    • Keep tapping “Scroll capture” to continue going down the page.

  • Nokia 7.1 FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    HMD Global added yet another Android One based smartphone to its India portfolio. Nokia 7.1 highlighting features include 5.84-inch PureDisplay panel with HDR 10, dual rear camera setup with Zeiss optics, and 18W fast charging options. Here is the quick list of Nokia 7.1 FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons.

    Nokia 7.1 FAQ

    Nokia 7.1 FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    What are the different variants of Nokia 7.1 available in India and what is the price?

    4GB RAM with 64GB built-in storage variant is launched in India. It is priced at ₹19,999. The smartphone will be available through top mobile retailers starting December 7, 2018.

    What are the key specifications of Nokia 7.1

    • 5.84-inch (2244 x 1080 pixels) Full HD+ HDR 10 Display with 19:9 aspect ratio and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection.
    • 14nm 1.8GHz Octa-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 SoC, and Adreno 509 GPU.
    • 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage.
    • Upto 400GB expandable storage through microSD card.
    • Dual 4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5, Type-C 2.0, NFC
    • Dual rear camera setup: 12-megapixel primary sensor, dual LED flash, f/1.8 aperture,1.28 um pixel size, ZEISS optics, 5-megapixel monochrome secondary rear camera, f/2.4 aperture, 1.12um pixel size.
    • 8-megapixel, f/2.0 aperture, 84-degree FOV front facing camera.
    • 3060mAh battery with fast charging.

    Does this smartphone have a dedicated microSD card slot?

    No.

    What are the cons of Nokia 7.1?

    Based on the specifications, here are the few demerits of Nokia 7.1. We will publish a detailed review in the coming days. We will update if any changes required in the same.

    • For the price, SoC is bit weak.
    • No stabilization of 4K video recording.

    How to take screenshot on Nokia 7.1?

    To capture screenshot on Nokia 7.1, access the quick setting menu and tap on “Screen capture” button. The screenshot will be captured. Alternatively, you can take a screenshot by the press and hold power and volume button simultaneously.

    Nokia 7.1 comes with impressive hardware features. How well these turn out in real time usage will be known only after spending some time with the device.