iFFALCON expanded its lineup of the K series by introducing the video calling enabled K72 smart TV

One of India’s leading consumer electronic brands iFFALCON has expanded its lineup of the K series. This includes the new video calling enabled 55-inch K72 which is priced at INR 51,999. The TV features a magic camera that allows the users to take and make video calls through their TV via the Google Duo app. The electronics maker has revealed many details about the new model, but what would be exciting to see is the video call feature of the TV. The video call enabled TV would be priced at INR 51,999 for the 55-inch model. The brand is known for making consumer electronic goods that are not only technologically advanced but are powerful performers too.

Speaking about the launch Mike Chen, General Manager, TCL & iFFALCON India, in his statement said that, “We have been using the latest technology in our TVs and have been focusing on targeting the Indian consumers. The new iFFALCON K72 will revolutionize the TV viewing experience of the users by adding more comfort to their lifestyle. The K72 also sports a user-friendly smart interface that will offer cutting edge intelligent functions. He also claimed that the iFFALCON K72 would be the country’s first TV that will be powered by the latest Android version.” 

This flagship model from iFFALCON, with video call, enabled technology aims to provide more comfort and flexibility to the user. The user-friendly interface is an added advantage. The TV sports Dolby Vision, Dolby ATMOS, Android(R) 11, AIPQ Engine, HDMI ports, Dual-band WIFI, MEMC and many more advanced features offering the most immersive and enjoyable user experience.  Adding the next level of sophistication, the smart TV is crafted with an ultra-slim bezel display offering a better screen to body ratio.

Delivering a classic cinematic experience at home the smart TV supports 4K visuals with numerous colours and ultra-high definition resolution. The TV is equipped to upscale and reproduce low-quality images to 4K visuals. The TV is also supported by the latest version of Android that is Android(R) 11. Enhancing the audiooutput, the UHD TV also brings an immersive and augmented audio experience with the box speakers combined with Dolby Audio.

This stunning UHD Smart TV supports various HDR formats including HDR 10 which brings the frame to frame optimization of the content. With the help of improved colour saturations and extended colour gamut,the viewers can experience brilliant detailing of the coloursalong with enhanced brightness, sharpness and contrast. The Motion Estimation and Motion Compensation (MEMC) helps to get smoother visuals thereby allowing the gaming fans to enjoy lag-free and blur-free visuals during their gaming session. The television is also equipped to ensure faster web browsing and better performance. Supporting multiple OTT and gaming platforms the TV makes sure that the user doesn’t get bored easily.

Elevating the smart TV experience, the iFFALCON K72 features AIxIoT which enables the users to use their smart TV more conveniently. It offers the users the flexibility to control all their smart home appliances with the help of their TV without any hassle. The users also have the ease to control their TV through voice commands without using the remote

 

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ZHIYUN India launches SMOOTH-Q3 and WEEBILL 2 Gimbal

ZHIYUN, one of the popular gimbal brand for cameras and smartphones has launched 2 news Gimbals in India – SMOOTH-Q3 and WEEBILL 2. 

Smooth-Q3 a smartphone Gimbal comes with Industry-first Rotatable LED Light

WEEBILL 2- a DSLR Gimbal comes with video transmission & Built-in Display Monitor

 

SMOOTH-Q3 comes with industry-first features to light up your videos. The Gimbal is a compact, feature-rich three-axis gimbal, that comes with a unique rotatable fill light, 17 smart templates, and boasts a simplified and detail-oriented design. The gimbal offers  4,300k warm-toned integrated fill light with three levels of brightness adjustment and touch button control for 180°front and rear lighting. With these unique features, the brand has addressed the long-standing challenge of low-light setups. 

 In addition to this with the dedicated ZY Cami app, SMOOTH-Q3 users can now capture and create stories in more ways than ever, with new features including SMART templates and an advanced editor. 

 Additional new features include gesture control, Smart Follow 3.0 Object Tracking, an instant Dolly Zoom, and Magic Clone Panorama which is operated by a single press trigger button to mark the target and activate smart following. 

The gimbal is a compact powerhouse, as it is easier to fold and lighter than its predecessor, SMOOTH-Q2 while boasting a higher maximum payload. It measures 45*154*180mm, while it weighs only 340g, and can handle a 280g smartphone payload.

Smooth-Q3 Supported with All Major Android & Apple Phones and will give better quality to all the content creators and others

Specifications 

 

SMOOTH-Q3 Specifications
Particular	Details
Dimensions	45*154*180mm（Folded） 90*127*279mm（Unfolded）
Weight	340 Grams
Battery Run Time	Max. 15 Hours
Charging Time	3 Hours for 100% Charge
Maximum Payload	All Smartphones upto 280 Grams
Compatible Smartphones	Smooth-Q3 Supported with All Major Android & Apple Phones.

 

Price

Smooth-Q3- INR 9000/-

Smooth-Q3 Combo – INR 10,500/-

The second gimble launched WEEBILL 2 is the exciting reinvention of the iconic DSLR gimbal WEEBILL which enables, both, creativity and professionalism for the users in every still or video they capture. 

The WEEBILL 2 is the first gimbal to flaunt a feature-rich 2.88 inch, full-color, flip-out HD touchscreen supporting full Camera controls.  Users can also access intelligent features including one-touch SMART FOLLOW and TIMELAPSE and GESTURE CONTROL via the WEEBILL 2 touchscreen without having to use the ZY PLAY app.

WEEBILL 2 is designed for mainstream mirrorless and DSLR camera and lens combinations, for example, Sony's A7S3 24-70 F2.8, LUMIX S5 + 24-105 F4, CANON R6+ 15-35 F2.8, NIKON 6II + 24-70 F4, FUJIFILM X- H1+ 16- 55 F2.8.

WEEBILL 2 Specifications
Particular	Details
Dimensions	330*165*268 cm (with carrying case)
Weight	1.47 Kg
Battery Run Time	Max. 9 Hours
Charging Time	1.6 Hours for 100% Charge
Compatible Cameras	Most of the Professional Mirrorless and DSLR Camera
Colour Available	Metallic Black

Price

Weebill 2 – INR 49,000/-

Weebill 2 Combo – INR 59,000/-

Weebill 2 Pro – INR 75,000/-

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Ajmer Smart City Inaugurates Light & Sound Show on City’s History; Barco Projection Mapping Tech on Display

The Ajmer Smart City Council today inaugurated the first-of-its-kind light and sound show in the city, powered by projection mapping technology from global visualization major Barco. Adding another feather to Ajmer’s cap, the enchanting show is based on its rich history and narrates the tale revolving around Ajmer’s defining moments – from its inception till the present moment. Ajmer, one of the four cities in Rajasthan selected under the Government’s Smart City Mission, has proved its mettle as a fast-expanding centre of development and tourism. The city ranks 22nd in the list of India’s 100 smart cities and is a hub of innovation and smart practices.

Ajmer’s historic King Edward Memorial façade is the backdrop for the light and sound show, which narrates the story of how the city was formed and indicates its diverse values and culture by stating that Ajmer is now a religious centre of worship. Featuring 16 elaborate scenes and running over a span of 30 minutes, the show is powered by two of Barco’s latest 3Chip DLP Laser Technology projectors (UDM series), with each projector delivering 20000 Lumens brightness, covering an overall façade area of approximately 110ft x 35ft. The show has an audience capacity of approximately 250 people. CS Direkt is the creative partner engaged for the show implementation.

According to Mr. Avinash Sharma, Addl. Chief Engineer, Ajmer Smart City,

“The chequered history of our majestic city, Ajmer, goes back to 1113 AD, when King Ajayraj Chauhan endowed it with unrivalled splendour and magnificence. Even today, Ajmer is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India, drawing scores of foreign and domestic travellers who visit us to experience the beauty and eloquence of the city. With the Government’s Smart City Mission powering growth and futuristic development in Ajmer, we felt this was the right time to remind people of our rich history. With the support of creative partner CS Direkt and global visualization major Barco, we have created a magnificent spectacle for our residents and visitors. The light and sound show is mesmerizing, and we believe that it will encourage more tourists to visit Ajmer and enjoy the bounty this historic city has to offer.”

Barco is a global leader in visualization technology and has powered projection mapping and shows in international venues including the Gulf region’s largest digital art centre Infinity des Lumières, America’s Hoover Dam event, and Delhi’s Swaminarayan Akshardham temple.

“At Barco, our focus remains on enabling bright outcomes for our customers. We are extremely happy to collaborate with Ajmer Smart City and CS Direkt on this landmark project and hope to fulfil the city’s vision of creating spectacular visuals through cutting-edge technology. In India and on a global scale, Barco remains at the forefront of visualization solutions and this association is a milestone for us in India,” said Rajiv Bhalla, Managing Director, Barco India.

The light and sound show is facilitated by CS Direkt, an independent, media agnostic, experiential and MarComm agency focused on bringing brand alive. Speaking on the occasion of the launch, Sanjeev Pasricha, Managing Director, CS Direkt said,

 

“It is our mission to bring history alive by creating Son-et-Lumiere that tell colourful stories of our past. These stories create a bond with the tourist who then wants to experience the city more! And, to do this, we fearlessly embrace the power of experience creation in all its forms. This special collaboration with Ajmer Smart City and Barco, is a demonstration of what we offer – a spell-binding and evocative experience which keeps the audience at the edge of their seats.”

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LG Creates Machine Companions to Provide A Unique Virtual Environment for Professionals and Artists

In an era witnessing incessant advancement in technology, it is not a surprise that computers and laptops have made their way into every field and profession. They are no longer associated with just IT or the corporate world but also students, artists, designers, and filmmakers among many others. Focusing our approach on artists and art designers, it is imperative to develop an understanding of how technology is applied in this field to create higher levels of art and a world of virtual reality.

Where earlier art students and designers had to spend the entire day in studios, hours in front of their canvases along with paints and colors, computer technology has enabled them to carry out their work on the go – wherever and whenever creativity strikes. They are no longer compelled to spend all day in one room waiting for ideas to come to their minds before they can put them on their art sheets. In addition to this mobility, technological innovations of computers and laptops can lead to advancement and improvement of art styles, taking it to the next level. The use of innovative software supported by computer technology, quick speed and access, lightweight laptops and a long battery life lets artists have their work handy, secured and protected.

Most importantly, PC’s and laptops have been instrumental in providing users with an immersive experience and virtually transporting them into a land of innovative thoughts. Showcasing the latest technology, they bring forth the element of virtual experience that inspires their work. The concept of Virtual Art that often includes digitalization, digital painting, sculpting, animations, and 3-D generation among other various other elements, not only allows artists to incorporate modern features into their creations but also makes their work simpler and top-notch at the same time, along with making it faster, and more efficient. This sort of a Virtual Environment adds creativity and innovations to one’s work, while also making it up to date in terms of existing technological use.

With a rise in number of people within this category, electronics companies have moved on to making sufficient efforts to incorporate various styles and features in their computers and laptops that can highly benefit the growing strata of art students and designers. LG Electronics, one of India’s largest consumer durables has always aimed to make people’s life good with offering of their products that always follow trends based upon consumer insights, demands and preferences. Keeping intact their strategy once again, LG has introduced their new line of laptops – the LG Gram which they are proud to call “A powerful computer that weighs lighter than 2 cups of coffee.”

LG Gram has been designed to maximize usability for consumers. It is a laptop for multi-taskers, with a superior performance and strong battery life. With continued focus on providing the most superlative experience for customers by providing the latest technology that enhances their lifestyle, the new Gram lineup will be setting new goals in the user experience that customers will love.

The launch of new Gram series of laptops in India, includes the 17-inch, 16-inch &

14-inch models. All three models feature a wide 16:10 WQXGA IPS screen ratio that allows users to see their work in a large, high-resolution screen and the DCI-P3 99% gamut that delivers a life-like display and razor-sharp text. The Ultra- lightweight laptop has been designed to meet the needs of “multi-taskers” who want a versatile laptop that meets their various needs, such as writing reports, editing videos, playing games, watching movies, studying, drawing, and designing among many others.

LG Gram 14 sports a 14-inch 16:10 WUXGA IPS display and weighs in at 999 grams. It is powered by the 11th Generation Intel Core i5 processor paired with Intel Iris X graphics and backed up by a 72 WH battery. LG Gram 16 has a 16-inch 16:10 WUXGA IPS display and weighs in at 1,190 grams. Just like the Gram 14, it is also powered by 11th Generation Intel Core i5 processor paired with Intel Iris X graphics. This laptop has been recognized as the World’s first lightweight 16-inch laptop by the Guinness World Records. The device is backed up by an 80 WH battery. Lastly, the new LG Gram 17 sports a 17-inch 16:10 WUXGA IPS display and weighs in at 1,350 grams. Powered by 11th Generation Intel Core i5 processor paired with Intel Iris X graphics, it is backed up by 80 WH battery.

The new 21Y LG gram cannot be simply described as having a big screen. The 16:10 aspect ratio of the IPS display lets you grasp more information on a page. Compared to the 16:9 ratio, the 16:10 aspect ratio enhances work productivity with a taller screen. See your work on a larger scale, so you don’t have to move closer to the screen. The WQXGA (2560x1600) resolution delivers a more clear, vivid color display. This high-resolution feature twice better resolution than Full HD providing a more precise and detailed display on a big screen. This will boost your work productivity when typing, retouching, and designing.

LG gram features 11th Gen. Intel® Core™ processors for faster and more powerful performance and Thunderbolt™ 4 for improved cable connectivity and compatibility and being a robust machine with 80 WH lithium-ion battery that has the capacity to last longer than one’s work hours, thereby enabling artists to carry out their work whenever and wherever creativity strikes. Remaining faithful to LG Gram’s signature lightweight, its portability gives you the freedom to tackle the toughest tasks in any situation. The LG gram may be lightweight but that doesn't mean its durability is downgraded. With a full metal body made of magnesium-alloy which is commonly used as an aircraft material; the new gram has passed all 7 MIL-STD-810G tests with its powerful performance.

Additionally, LG’s Ultrawide monitors come with HDR10 for a detailed and elevated picture quality for a more dynamic visual experience. This combines with the sRGB 99% Picture Mode, an incredibly accurate color gamut for creators, photographers, designers, editors and more.

A perfect combination of art and technology, the new line of the LG Gram and the Ultra-wide Monitor is a step towards innovation in the field of art and design that will speed up the process of development for aspiring artists and professionals in terms of their work capabilities. The introduction of technology provided by these products transform exhausting manual work of drawing, graphic design, animation, 3-D design etc. into supervised machine activities that not only save time and energy but also produce systematic, high-level, and well-organized results by transferring one to a virtual world while they work.

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Checkout the top 5 Podcasts in India

A podcast is an episodic series of spoken word digital audio files that a user can download to a

personal device for easy listening. Streaming applications and podcasting services provide a

convenient and integrated way to manage a personal consumption queue across many podcast

sources and playback devices.

A podcast series usually features one or more recurring hosts engaged in a discussion about a

particular topic or current event. Discussion and content within a podcast can range from

carefully scripted to completely improvised.

• KHABRI

Khabri is on of India’s fastest growing vernacular audio platform targeted at next billion internet users. Knowledge through spoken word has been the cornerstone for the upward economic movement of any society for ages, and we at khabri are committed to deliver that in the most advanced way in the current era. 

Fundamentally, we are looking at changing the very operating system of India , which would eventually add to the economic and social growth for 1/6th of humanity.

We were backed at the very inception stage by the likes of YCombinator, GSF accelerator and a lot many marquee entrepreneurs turned investors who have been at the very epicentre of tech making life better for the common folks, and who believed in our dream.

While offering listeners to discover and consume enriching audio content which is informative and helps users to prepare for government job exams in various formats for passive consumption. khabri also offers users an opportunity to create content and get discovered. Given the ease of content creation in Audio, khabri is a big hit among audiences from tier II & III cities of India. Khabri offers an exclusive array of creators who range from popular YouTubers to eminent educators. Each creator comes with a unique style and flavour to give the user choice to find content best suited to him. The app is free of cost and offers users the optipon to download the content and consume it offline, as well.

Recently, during pandemic, Khabri witnessed an unprecedented growth of 6x in terms of users & 4x in number of creators respecttively. Subsequently,  Khabri again became a choice for worlds leading investors who belived in the value khabri is creating for the next billion users from Bharat.

• AAWAZ.COM

Agrahyah Technologies has launched aawaz.com, an audio on demand platform with professionally generated content in vernacular languages. With this, people can listen to podcasts, chat shows, interviews and also read articles and features. Aawaz.com is currently available in Hindi, and as both website and Android app.

Aawaz.com will also have ML (machine learning) and AI (artificial capabilities) based capabilities to recommend and personalize content based on user’s preferences. With the app, people can listen to over 150 hours of audio content which is scripted, recorded, and presented as podcasts and shows. Both audio and text content are spread across multiple genres includingentertainment, lifestyle, health, fiction, literature, devotional, comedy, humor and more.

• AUDIOMATIC

Audiomatic is India’s first podcast network that launched in April, 2015. As of June 2015, the website hosts four programmes, each of which has episodes ranging from 15–20 minutes. The podcasts are either weekly or fortnightly, and offer content in genres such as food, science, culture, current affairs, entertainment and humour.

As of June 2015, Audiomatic has four podcasts – The Real Food Podcast, The Intersection, Ask Aakar Anything and Our Last Week. All the programmes are in English, and release a new episode fortnightly, except Ask Aakar Anything, which is a weekly podcast. The Real Food Podcast is hosted by food writer Vikram Doctor, who explores ingredients and Indian food habits and obsessions. According to the show’s page on Audiomatic’s website, the podcast offers information about the origins of and legends associated with various Indian ingredients and recipes.

• HEADFONE

Headfone specializes in vernacular podcasts, talk shows, short stories, and other forms of audio content. Its podcasts on religion and spirituality, kids and family, news and politics (including the PM’s Mann Ki Baat) are quite popular. Interestingly, Headfone lets users record their own podcasts and publish them on a public profile. 

• CASTBOX

Castbox is an app that distributes free podcasts. As of 2019, it has about one million podcasts available through it, including about fifty million podcast episodes. It also has a premium platform. In June 2019, Castbox integrated with Waze, allowing playback controls to pause, skip, or restart episodes. 

In addition to its library of podcasts from other distributors, Castbox also produces its own shows. In 2018, Castbox partnered with Heard Well on the podcast series Heard Well Now, which highlights early career musical artists.As of 2018, Castbox produced 25 different original podcasts, with This Sounds Serious being released in 2019. 

 

• APPLE PODCASTS

 

Podcasts is a media player application developed by Apple Inc. for playing podcasts from the iTunes Store. It is available for the iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, watchOS, and macOS operating systems.

A standalone Podcasts app was initially released for iOS on June 26, 2012, after formerly being a section of the iTunes app. It was followed by launches on Apple TV on September 24, 2012, tvOS on January 26, 2016, and watchOS on September 17, 2018. It was released with macOS Catalina on October 7, 2019 as one of three applications created to replace iTunes.

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