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  • 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.

  • Asus ZenBook 13 UX331U Review-Pros and Cons

    Asus ZenBook 13 is one of the lightest  Windows laptops as per Asus. It is just 13.9mm tall and weighs 1.12kg. 8th Gen Intel Core processor, 8GB RAM, 13.3-inch FHD display panel are the key features of this laptop. Here is our Asus ZenBook 13 UX331U Review based on pros and cons.

    Asus ZenBook 13 UX331U Review

    Asus ZenBook 13 UX331U Review-Pros and Cons

    Here are the specifications of our review unit.

    • 13.3-inch FHD display.
    • 8th Gen 1.6GHz Intel Core i5-8250U Processor
    • 8GB LPDDR3 RAM.
    • 256GB SATA3 SSD.
    • 2 USB 3.0 Ports, 1 USB-C Port, 1 HDMI Port, microSD card slot.
    • Windows 10 Home Edition.
    • 3 Cells 50 Whrs Polymer Battery,
    • Fingerprint sensor,
    • Harman/Kardon speakers.

    Asus ZenBook 13 UX331U Pros

    First, let’s talk about the merits of Asus ZenBook 13.

    Design and Build Quality

    The striking feature of this laptop is its compactness. It is slim and stylish. Our review unit has a Rose Gold color. The main chassis is metal. Overall it looks attractive.

    Good Display Panel

    13.3 inch Full HD display panel with slim bezel is good. it is sharp and bright. The viewing angles are great.

    Keyboard and Trackpad

    The keyboard on Asus ZenBook 13 is large and well spaced. This backlit chiclet keyboard is pleasing to type.  The wide trackpad is smooth and responsive.

    Performance and battery life

    Starting from the first boot, the machine shows it is a powerful machine. Multitasking, Audio/Video streaming, basic video editing are done without any issues. It is not a gaming laptop. It comes with Intel UHD 620 graphics instead of a dedicated Nvidia GPU. If you are looking for a laptop just for gaming, then ROG series laptop is preferred.

    The laptop battery easily lasts around 6 to 7 hours with moderate usage on a single charge.

    Asus ZenBook 13 UX331U Cons

    Here are the few demerits of Asus ZenBook 13 UX331U or things which are not upto our expectation.

    • Sound output is not loud.
    • Lid is plastic.

    Asus ZenBook 13 UX331U Review conclusion: No laptop is perfect.   Asus ZenBook 13 UX331U also no exception. If you are looking for a very slim and light laptop which is also powerful, then it is worth considering this laptop.

  • Samsung Galaxy A9 with Quad Rear Cameras FAQ

    Samsung Galaxy A9  touted as worlds “first rear quad camera” smartphone launched in India. 6.3 inch full HD Plus Infinity Display, up to 8GB RAM, 24 MP front facing camera, dual gradient curved glass back are the other key features of the device.  Here is the quick summary of Samsung Galaxy A9 with Quad Rear Cameras in the form of the FAQ.

    Samsung Galaxy A9

    Samsung Galaxy A9 with Quad Rear Cameras FAQ

    What are the different variants and color options available?

    Samsung Galaxy A9 comes with 6GB or 8GB RAM variant. It is available in 3 different color options- Lemonade blue, Caviar black, and Bubblegum pink.

    How is it priced in India?

    Galaxy A9 with 6GB of RAM is priced at ₹ 36,990 and for the 8GB RAM variant price is ₹ 39,990.

    What are the key specifications of Galaxy A9?

    • 6.3 inch full HD Plus Infinity Display.
    • Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 SoC.
    • 6GB/8GB RAM and 128 GB internal storage.
    • Dedicated microSD card slot.
    • 24MP front facing camera.
    • 4 camera setup in the rear.
    • Fingerprint scanner and face unlock options.
    • Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Proximity Sensor, RGB Light Sensor.
    • Android 8.0.
    • 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac (dual-band, 2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth v5.0, USB Type-C, NFC, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
    • 3800 mAh battery with fast charging support.

    How Quad Camera setup on Samsung Galaxy A9 works?

    Here is the summary of 4 rear camera in Galaxy A9.

    1. 10 MP telephoto sensor with  2x optical zoom and a f/2.4 aperture.

    2. 8 MP ultra-wide sensor with a 120-degree lens supporting a f/2.4 aperture.

    3. 24MP primary sensor along with a f/1.7 aperture.

    4. 5-megapixel depth sensor with a f/2.2 aperture.

    What are the cons of Galaxy A9?

    Based on the specifications, here are the few cons of Samsung Galaxy A9.

    • No Android 9.0. It is still running on Android 8.0.
    • There is no water and dust proof certification.
    • The slightly older chipset for the price.

    Samsung is offering a cashback of INR 3000 if you purchase this through HDFC debit or credit cards. You can also purchase through Airtel online store with attractive down payment and EMI.