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<ul><li><keyword id="20659771" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Alienware" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Alienware" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Alienware">Alienware</keyword> has launched the <keyword id="23196472" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="AW3225QF" source="keywords">AW3225QF</keyword> 32-inch 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor in India.</li><li>It is a premium gaming monitor aimed at professional gamers.</li><li>Here’s my review of the <keyword id="23196473" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Alienware-AW3225QF" source="Orion">Alienware AW3225QF</keyword> 32-inch gaming monitor that will help you decide whether to buy the device or not.</li></ul>Alienware is one of the biggest names for gaming devices such as monitors. Alienware recently launched the AW3225QF, a 32-inch 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor aimed at users looking for a premium gaming monitor in India.<br /><br />The Alienware AW3225QF is a premium curved gaming monitor among the selected 4K QD-OLED gaming monitors in the country. It is a feature-packed monitor that caters to a niche audience willing to invest in a top-end gaming setup.<br /><br />I have been using the Alienware AW3225QF 32-inch 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor for a few weeks now, and here is my detailed review of the premium gaming monitor.<br /><br /><h2><keyword id="23196476" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Alienware-AW3225QF-price" source="Orion">Alienware AW3225QF price</keyword> and availability</h2>The Alienware AW3225QF 32-inch 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor is priced at INR 1,05,000. It comes in a single colour option and is available from the Dell online store, Amazon India and authorised retailers nationwide.<br /><br /><h2>In the box</h2><ul><li>Monitor<br /></li><li>Stand<br /></li><li>Power cable<br /></li><li>HDMI 2.1<br /></li><li>DisplayPort cable<br /></li><li>USB 3.2 Gen 1 cable<br /></li><li>Documentation<br /></li></ul><h2>Alienware AW3225QF specifications</h2><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #356854 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#356854;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Particulars<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #356854 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#356854;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Specifications<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Display<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">31.6-inch QD-OLED<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#f6f8f9;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Resolution<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#f6f8f9;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">3840 x 2160 pixels<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Refresh rate<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">240Hz<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#f6f8f9;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Response time<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#f6f8f9;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">0.03ms<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Brightness<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">1000 nits<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#f6f8f9;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Connectivity<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#f6f8f9;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">DP x 1.4, 2 x HDMI 2.1, USB Type-A, USB Type-B and USB Type-C<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Weight<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;border-right:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-bottom:solid #284e3f 0.39999975pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.39999975pt;vertical-align:middle;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 6pt 2pt 6pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">8.8 kg<br /><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><h2>Pros and cons</h2><strong>Pros</strong><br /><br /><ul><li>4K QD-OLED display<br /></li><li>Excellent design, AlienFX lighting</li></ul><strong>Cons</strong><br /><br /><ul><li>No built-in speaker<br /></li><li>Price<br /></li></ul><h2>Design</h2>The Alienware AW3225QF 32-inch gaming monitor is premium and the design reflects this. The monitor features a sleek and elegant design. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful monitors I’ve used to date.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="2" msid="113404216" hostid="261" sizebytes="6750" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Alienware logo at the back&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />At the back, the monitor comes with a black-and-white theme, offering a good contrast. While the black part is glossy, the white part is matte. The back comes with the Alienware logo with RGB lighting on the right side and a “32” logo on the left side with RGB lighting. The lighting at the back can be customised using the Alienware Command Centre.<br /><br />The monitor comes with a wide-base V-shaped stand with matte white plastic on top of a sturdy metal base. The monitor comes with Alienware branding at the front on the bottom bezel.<br /><br />You can tilt the screen up or down or swivel side to side, based on your preference to get the best viewing angles. The monitor weighs 6 kg for the panel and goes up to 8.8 kg with the stand.<br /><br />At the back, the monitor offers a white cover that allows you to tuck in your cables, allowing you to properly manage your cables.<br /><br />One of the only drawbacks of the monitor is that this doesn’t pack in speakers. While headphones are best for gaming, having a speaker comes in handy when you do not wish to use headphones.<br /><br />It comes with a joystick at the bottom that allows you to control the monitor’s menu system. The joystick works well and responds quickly. You get several customisation options with the joystick, including HDR modes, custom colour calibration, presets, modes and more.<br /><br />You also get some features aimed at gamers such as an on-screen crosshair, sniper mode, shadow boosting and a black equalizer.<br /><br />In terms of connectivity, the monitor offers one DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, two HDMI 2.1 ports, three USB Type-A ports and one USB Type-C port. One of the HDMI 2.1 ports also offers eARC support.<br /><br />Both the HDMI ports offer 4K 240Hz support but the USB ports work only as a hub and cannot be used as a display input.<br /><br /><h2>Display and performance</h2>The Alienware AW3225QF features a 32-inch 4K QD-OLED display with a 1700R curve, a resolution of 3,840 x 2160 pixels and a 240Hz refresh rate. It offers a 0.03ms response time, 250 nits brightness and 1000 nits peak brightness in HDR.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="a" msid="113404207" hostid="261" sizebytes="17240" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Alienware AW3225QF display&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The 1700R curve is excellent as this is not too extreme, allowing you to easily view it from all angles. It offers an immersive experience while gaming without having an impact on regular usage or taking up too much space on your desk.<br /><br />Despite being an ultraide monitor, you don’t have to worry about black bars on a PC or console, thanks to the 16:9 aspect ratio. <br /><br />The monitor offers a 1 million:1 contrast ratio and offers a pixel density of 140 PPI, which is an improvement. The monitor’s colour gamut covers 100% of sRGB, 98% of DCI-P3 and 94% of AdobeRGB.<br /><br />Gaming on the monitor is a completely different experience, especially when you pair it with a powerful GPU that can deliver the best graphics.<br /><br />I played various games with the monitor, including Red Dead Redemption 2, Cyberpunk 2077 and Ghost of Tsushima. I had an amazing experience with the monitor as it delivers vibrant visuals and a smooth gaming experience.<br /><br />The monitor offers an excellent resolution, vibrant colours and excellent response time.<br /><br />The monitor comes with various HDR modes, including Dolby Vision HDR mode. You need to play around with it a bit to select the best mode for your needs.<br /><br />The monitor is equipped with a pixel refresh function, aimed at preventing burn-in, which is usually an issue for OLED panels. Considering the premium that you pay for the monitor, Alienware offers a three-year warranty for burn-in.<br /><br />The monitor offers active cooling and is equipped with a fan. The fan fans slowly so it is not audible so you don’t get disturbed.<br /><br /><h2>Verdict</h2>The Alienware AW3225QF is among the best gaming monitors that money can buy and ticks all the right boxes. It features an excellent design, a vibrant display with a high resolution and refresh rate and delivers excellent performance.<br /><br />The only question you need to ask is whether you wish to spend a huge amount on a monitor. If money is no object, this monitor from Alienware is an amazing option to add to your gaming setup.<br /><br /><strong>SEE ALSO:<br /><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-6-review/articleshow/112497472.cms">Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 review – the complete package</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/dell-latitude-9450-review/articleshow/112447785.cms">Dell Latitude 9450 2-in-1 review – a premium business laptop with a compact design</a><br /><br /></strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/samsung-galaxy-book4-pro-review/articleshow/112267544.cms"><strong>Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro review – a power packed laptop with a sleek design</strong></a><br />

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<ul><li><keyword id="2003276" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="jio" source="Orion">Jio</keyword> users in several areas, including Mumbai have reported a disruption in services.</li><li>Users have taken to social media to complain about the outage.</li><li><keyword id="6354504" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="reliance-jio" source="Orion">Reliance Jio</keyword> has not said anything about the outage or when the services will be restored.</li></ul> In a widespread outage on Tuesday, Jio services were disrupted in several areas, including parts of Mumbai. Jio users took to social media to complain that they were unable to place calls on their devices.<br /><br /> In addition to the mobile network, the disruption has reportedly also impacted JioFiber. Users have reported that they are unable to access the internet on their JioFiber.<br /><br />This is not the first time a massive outage has affected Jio users. In November 2022, Jio services were <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/telecom/news/reliance-jio-users-are-reportedly-unable-to-call-and-send-messages/articleshow/95846445.cms">down</a> for a long time, preventing users from placing calls or sending messages from their numbers.<br /><br /><h2>Downdetector records several reports</h2><br />    <div type="image" title="Untitled design" msid="113421558" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Surge in outage reports for Jio&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />Downdetector, a popular website that tracks outages across websites and applications, has reported a massive spike in reports about Jio being down. Over 10,000 reports were registered on Downdetector for Jio.<br /><br />While some users complained about the outage on social media, others used humour to talk about it.<br /><br /><div type="twitter" handle="Harsh_humour" handlename="Harsh_humour" favoritecount="0" retweetcount="0" id="1835953700474703942"></div><br /><div type="twitter" handle="sarcastic_us" handlename="sarcastic_us" favoritecount="0" retweetcount="0" id="1835936356922773951"></div><br />Reliance Jio has not said anything about the outage or when the services will be restored.<br /><br /><h2>Jio app and website are down too</h2>It’s not just Jio’s services, the telco’s own website and app are currently down. If you open the app, it is stuck on the white loading screen, while the website gives a “this site can’t be reached” error.<br /><br /><strong>SEE ALSO:<br /><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/webstories/motorola-edge-50-neo-vs-nothing-phone-2a-which-phone-should-you-buy-under-25000/slidelist/113417314.cms">Motorola Edge 50 Neo vs Nothing Phone (2a) – Which phone should you buy under ₹25,000?</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/ios-18-update-to-start-rolling-out-today-eligible-devices-features-and-more/articleshow/113413108.cms">iOS 18 update to start rolling out today – eligible devices, features and more</a><br /><br /></strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/alienware-aw3225qf-32-inch-qd-oled-gaming-monitor-review-for-the-perfect-gaming-experience/articleshow/113404175.cms"><strong>Alienware AW3225QF 32-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor review – for the perfect gaming experience</strong></a><br />

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Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 20 (ANI): Magnificent bowling performance by India bowlers restricted the <keyword id="19919639" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Bangladesh" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Bangladesh" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Bangladesh">Bangladesh</keyword> side to 112 runs for the loss of eight wickets at the stroke of Tea at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium on Thursday. <br /><br />At the end of the second session, Bangladesh are 112/8 in 36.5 overs, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz (12) unbeaten on the crease. They still trail by 264 runs. <br /><br />The second session of the day started from 26/3, with Najmul Hossain Shanto (15*) and Mushfiqur Rahim (4*) unbeaten on the crease.<br /><br />Both the batters were able to add just 10 runs to the total before Shanto was sent back to the pavillion after scoring 20 runs with the help of three fours. <br /><br />At the score of 40, Mushfiqur was sent back to the dressing room by experienced spearhead <keyword id="19899525" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Jasprit-Bumrah" source="keywords">Jasprit Bumrah</keyword> in the 13 over of the innings. He scored eight runs before going back. <br /><br />After these two wickets, Shakib Al Hasan and Litton Das were in the middle. Both of them went on to put a 50-run partnership in the 28th over as the team score was 90/5. <br /><br />Following the 50-run partnership, both batters were sent back shortly. Both were dismissed by left-arm spinner <keyword id="19896466" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Ravindra-Jadeja" source="keywords">Ravindra Jadeja</keyword>, First of all, Das (22 runs off 42 balls) was sent back at 91, and then Shakib (32 runs from 64 balls) was dismissed at 92. <br /><br />The visitors completed the 100-run mark in the 33rd over with the loss of five wickets with Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Hasan Mahmud unbeaten on the crease. <br /><br />On the penultimate ball of the last over before Tea, Jasprit Bumrah dismissed Hasan Mahmud. He went back after scoring nine runs when the team score was 112. <br /><br />Earlier in the morning session, the day started with Ravichandaran Ashwin (102*) and Ravindra Jadeja (86*) on the crease as they resumed the Indian innings from 339/6.<br /><br />Team India was bowled out for 376 runs.<br /><br />Jadeja and Ashwin add just four runs to the total before Jadeja was dismissed by right-arm seamer Taskin Ahmed for 86 runs, which came in 124 balls with the help of 10 fours and two sixes.<br /><br />The southpaw before going back to the pavillion built an exceptional partnership of 199 runs in 240 balls along with <keyword id="19904099" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Ravichandran-Ashwin" source="keywords">Ravichandran Ashwin</keyword>. <br /><br />India was bowled out in the 92nd over, losing their ninth wicket at the score of 374 when Ashwin was sent back to the pavillion after playing a magnificent innings of 113 runs from 133 balls which was laced with 11 fours and two sixes in his innings.<br /><br />The last wicket to fell was of Jasprit Bumrah who got dismissed when the team score was 376 runs. This wicket was taken by Hasan Mahmud. With this wicket, he completed his fifer and became the first Bangladesh bowler to do so in the longest format of the game in India.<br /><br />Other than Hasan Mahmud, three wickets were taken by Taskin Ahmed, and one wicket each was taken by Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Nahid Rana in their respective spells.Openers Shadman Islam and Zakir Hasan took the field as Bangladesh trail by 376 runs.<br /><br />Jasprit Bumrah took the first wicket on the last ball of first over as he cleaned up Shadman for 0.<br /><br />After that, the other right-arm pacer, Akash Deep took two wickets in two balls which reduced the visitors to 22/3 in 8.2 overs.<br /><br />Following two back-to-back wickets, Mushfiqur Rahim came out to bat along with Najmul Hossain Shanto.<br /><br />They took the team score to 26/3 in nine overs at the end of first session on day two of the encounter.<br /><br />Brief Score: India 376 all out in 91.2 overs (Ravichandran Ashwin 113, Ravindra Jadeja 86, Hasan Mahmud 5/83) vs Bangladesh 112/8 in 36.5 overs (Shakib Al Hasan 32, Litton Das 22, Jasprit Bumrah 3/28).<br /><br />SEE ALSO:<br /><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/alienware-aw3225qf-32-inch-qd-oled-gaming-monitor-review-for-the-perfect-gaming-experience/articleshow/113404175.cms">Alienware AW3225QF 32-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor review – for the perfect gaming experience</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-6-review/articleshow/112497472.cms">Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 review – the complete package</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/dell-latitude-9450-review/articleshow/112447785.cms">Dell Latitude 9450 2-in-1 review – a premium business laptop with a compact design</a><br />

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<ul><li><keyword id="19894961" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Apple" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Apple" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Apple">Apple</keyword> will start rolling out the <keyword id="19480741" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="ios-18-update" source="Orion">iOS 18 update</keyword> today globally.</li><li>The <keyword id="19899648" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="iOS-18" source="keywords">iOS 18</keyword> update brings several new features, including AI features, customisation options and more.</li><li>Here are the new features with iOS 18 and the eligible devices.</li></ul> Apple at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 announced iOS 18, the latest version of its operating system for the iPhone. The Cupertino tech giant will start rolling out the iOS 18 update today for eligible devices.<br /><br />The iOS 18 update brings several major updates, including a host of artificial intelligence (AI) features with Apple Intelligence, improved privacy controls, a customisable home screen, a new theme engine and more.<br /><br /><div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="113204340" title="iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max with bigger displays, A18 Pro chipset launched starting at ₹1,19,900" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div><br /><h2>iOS 18 release date and time in India</h2>The iOS 18 update is expected to be available from 10:30 PM today, September 17, 2024.<br /><br /><h2><keyword id="23199614" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="ios-18-eligible-devices" source="Orion">iOS 18 eligible devices</keyword></h2><ul><li>iPhone 16<br /></li><li>iPhone 16 Plus<br /></li><li>iPhone 16 Pro<br /></li><li>iPhone 16 Pro Max<br /></li><li>iPhone 15<br /></li><li>iPhone 15 Plus<br /></li><li>iPhone 15 Pro<br /></li><li>iPhone 15 Pro Max<br /></li><li>iPhone 14<br /></li><li>iPhone 14 Plus<br /></li><li>iPhone 14 Pro<br /></li><li>iPhone 14 Pro Max<br /></li><li>iPhone 13<br /></li><li>iPhone 13 mini<br /></li><li>iPhone 13 Pro<br /></li><li>iPhone 13 Pro Max<br /></li><li>iPhone 12<br /></li><li>iPhone 12 mini<br /></li><li>iPhone 12 Pro<br /></li><li>iPhone 12 Pro Max<br /></li><li>iPhone 11<br /></li><li>iPhone 11 Pro<br /></li><li>iPhone 11 Pro Max<br /></li><li>iPhone XS<br /></li><li>iPhone XS Max<br /></li><li>iPhone XR<br /></li><li>iPhone SE (2nd gen and later)<br /></li></ul><h2>iOS 18 features</h2><h3>Apple Intelligence</h3><br />Apple has announced new AI features, which Apple has dubbed Apple Intelligence. The company has said that its AI will be able to understand you and your context better than other AI services available in the market.<br /><br /><div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="113203568" title="iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus with A18 chipset launched starting at ₹79,900" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div><br />With iOS 18, users will be able to generate images in the Messages app, notifications will be priortised to show notifications that the device thinks are more important, and more.<br /><br />Siri, the company’s virtual assistant will offer more natural conversations and be able to answer a wide range of questions. The voice assistant will also get On-Screen Awareness features.<br /><br />Siri will also be able to perform a lot more actions, including taking action with apps on your iPhone.<br /><br /><h3>Customisable home screen</h3>Apple has announced improved home screen customisation features. Users will now be able to easily move around app icons as per their preferences. Additionally, the app icons will now be in a darker tone when the dark mode is enabled.<br /><br />Apple has also announced a new theme engine that will allow users to universally apply a chosen colour across the app grid for improved personalisation.<br /><br /><h3>The Control Center gets an update</h3>The Control Center has received a significant overhaul, offering users the ability to customise the layout and functionality of their quick access controls. Users will now be able to easily swipe between multiple pages of controls and toggles.<br /><br />Not just this, third-party apps will now be able to offer control centre integration with their apps.<br /><br />Users will be able to replace the camera and flashlight icons on their lock screen with other control centre toggles with iOS 18.<br /><br /><h3>Improved privacy controls</h3>iOS 18 also brings improved privacy controls. Users will now be able to enable authentication for any particular app, similar to app locks provided in some Android devices. Users will also be able to hide particular apps, which will only be revealed after the user provides authentication. This is again similar to what Android smartphone makers like OnePlus and Xiaomi already offer.<br /><br />Another privacy feature that has been announced is the ability to share certain contacts with apps instead of sharing all the contacts.<br /><br /><h3>Messages app</h3>The Messages app will get Rich Communication Services (RCS) with iOS 18. Apart from this, users will now be able to use any emoji in a Tapback response, along with new text formatting features. 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<ul><li><keyword id="20047445" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="lenovo" source="keywords">Lenovo</keyword> has launched the Legion 9i premium gaming laptop in India</li><li>The Legion 9i gaming laptop is priced at ₹4,49,991 in the country.</li><li>Here’s our review of the <keyword id="18622890" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Lenovo-Legion-9i" source="Orion">Lenovo Legion 9i</keyword> to help you decide whether you should buy the device or not.</li></ul> Lenovo recently launched the Legion 9i, the latest premium gaming laptop in its Legion lineup. The Legion 9i is aimed at serious gamers looking for a powerful laptop.<br /><br />The laptop is equipped with a powerful 13th-gen Intel Core i9 processor, coupled with up to RTX 4090 graphics. It features a design that will attract a lot of gamers, especially those who like a vibrant design.<br /><br />I have been using the <keyword id="22679264" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="lenovo-legion" source="keywords">Lenovo Legion</keyword> 9i gaming laptop with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 graphics for a few days now, and here is my detailed review of the latest premium gaming laptop from Lenovo.<br /><br /><h2>Lenovo Legion 9I price and availability</h2>The Lenovo Legion 9i is priced at ₹4,49,991 in the country and is available from the Lenovo Online Store, e-commerce platforms and the company’s authorised retailers across the country. It comes in a single Carbon Black colour option.<br /><br /><h2>In the box</h2><ul><li>Lenovo Legion 9i</li><li>Power adapter</li><li>Documentation</li><li>Switchable keycaps</li></ul><h2>Lenovo Legion 9i specifications</h2><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#000000;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Particulars<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#000000;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Specifications<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Display<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">16-inch 3.2K Mini LED<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Refresh rate<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">165Hz<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Processor<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Intel Core i9-13980HX<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">GPU<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Memory<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">32`GB LPDDR5 6400 MT/s<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Storage<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">1TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe M.2<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Connectivity<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB-C, 2 x Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, headphone jack, ethernet port<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Audio<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Stereo speakers<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Battery<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">99.9 Wh<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Weight<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">2.56 kg<br /><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><h2>Lenovo Legion 9i pros and cons</h2><strong>Pros</strong><br /><br /><ul><li>Performance</li><li>Design</li></ul><strong>Cons</strong><br /><br /><ul><li>Weight</li><li>Price</li></ul><h2><keyword id="23588622" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Lenovo-Legion-9i-design" source="Orion">Lenovo Legion 9i design</keyword></h2>The laptop is on the heavier side at 2.56 kg, but this is expected considering the large display, powerful hardware and battery size. Considering the weight, carrying the laptop everywhere you go might not be as easy, but then again, you are most likely to game at home.<br /><br />The Lenovo Legion 9i is available in a single camo-style Carbon Black colour option. The soft-touch finish ensures that the laptop is protected from fingerprint smudges and dust.<br /><br />While a lot of premium gaming laptops these days are trying to blend in with minimalistic designs, the Legion 9i isn’t imitating this trend. The Legion 9i shouts “gaming laptop” through every aspect of its design.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="Lid" msid="114325808" hostid="261" sizebytes="81142" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Lenovo Legion 9i back design&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The Lenovo 9i features a carbon black finish, built using recycled magnesium. The laptop uses a layered stamping process which the company claims makes it stronger and lighter than typical aluminum builds.<br /><br />Interestingly, the company also says that no two laptops will feature the same design as they are built using forged carbon chips.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="Legion logo" msid="114325812" hostid="261" sizebytes="41552" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Legion logo at the back&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />At the back, the laptop comes with the Legion logo, which comes with RGB lighting. That’s not all, there’s also a large strip at the bottom, that also comes with RGB lighting. The lighting can be controlled using the keyboard or using the company’s Vantage software.<br /><br />A lot of the ports have been placed at the back, giving a clean look on the sides.<br /><br />The bottom is all-black and is made using a magnesium-aluminium blend.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="Keyboard" msid="114325816" hostid="261" sizebytes="80946" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Lenovo Legion 9i keyboard&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />It comes with an RGB keyboard. The device offers per-key lighting customization, allowing you to customise it based on your preference.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="Ports" msid="114325819" hostid="261" sizebytes="48368" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Ports at the back&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />Considering the powerful hardware and the intended usage, Lenovo has packed the device with vents. The keyboard has been placed slightly higher, allowing for ample vents on the sides, along with the bottom. Does this keep the laptop cool? This is something we discuss in the performance section.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="PXL_20240928_084207277" msid="114325825" hostid="261" sizebytes="49204" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Power button&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The power button at the top of the keyboard comes with a fingerprint sensor integrated into it, allowing you to easily unlock the laptop.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="port" msid="114325829" hostid="261" sizebytes="25878" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Ports on the Lenovo Legion 9i&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />In terms of ports, the Lenovo Legion 9i comes with two USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB-C, two Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, headphone jack and an ethernet port. There are ample ports so you don’t have to worry about this. The laptop also comes with a webcam shutter switch.<br /><br /><h2>Display</h2>The <keyword id="20287340" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Lenovo-Legion-9i-features" source="Orion">Lenovo Legion 9i features</keyword> a 16-inch 3.2K Mini LED display with 100% DCI-P3 Colour Gamut, a 165Hz refresh rate and 1200 nits peak brightness. The panel has a resolution of 3200 x 2000 pixels.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="Display 2" msid="114325833" hostid="261" sizebytes="85300" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Lenovo Legion 9i display&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The resolution and the high refresh rate on the laptop make it a treat to play on the laptop. The colours look great as it comes with 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 colour gamut. The Mini LED panel ensures excellent visuals with amazing contrast.<br /><br />The laptop’s display comes with support for Nvidia G-Sync, which along with the 165Hz refresh rate offers a great experience while gaming.<br /><br />I played games like Red Dead Redemption 2 and Starfield on the laptop, with the device offering amazing visuals at maximum settings.<br /><br /><h2>Performance</h2>The Lenovo Legion 9i is equipped with the Intel Core i9- 13980HX processor. The laptop is available with 32GB LPDDR5 6400 MHz RAM and 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD.<br /><br />The graphic duties are handled by the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 16GB GDDR6 graphics.<br /><br />I tested the laptop with several games, including games such as Red Dead Redemption 2 and Starfield. Both the games performed well and the laptop was able to handle them without any issues. The laptop was able to handle these games without any issues while playing at maximum settings. Considering the hardware, you will be able to handle everything that you throw at it.<br /><br />The laptop’s cooling technology can keep the device cool during extended gaming sessions so you don’t have to worry about performance throttling.<br /><br />The laptop is equipped with a 99.9 Wh battery and offers a decent battery life. It offers around five hours of battery life but this will significantly come down if you game on it.<br /><br />The laptop offers stereo speakers with audio optimized by HARMAN. While it is always a good idea to use headphones while gaming, the audio from the speakers is also excellent.<br /><br /><h2>Verdict</h2>The Lenovo Legion 9i ticks a lot of the right boxes, including powerful hardware, excellent display, and premium design. It also has a lot of gaming-centric design touches, which shows the effort that went into the device. If you are looking for a premium gaming laptop and don’t mind the hefty price tag, the Legion 9i is an excellent option.<br /><br /><em>Disclaimer: The content on this website is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a purchasing guide or recommendation. 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<ul><li>The <keyword id="23427747" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="HP-EliteBook-Ultra-G1q" source="Orion">HP EliteBook Ultra G1q</keyword> laptop was recently launched in India.</li><li>The HP EliteBook Ultra G1q laptop is priced at ₹1,68,999 in the country.</li><li>Here’s my review of the HP EliteBook Ultra G1q to help you decide whether you should buy the device or not.</li></ul> HP recently launched the EliteBook Ultra G1q, the company’s latest business-oriented laptop in India. The EliteBook Ultra G1q is a feature-packed laptop that is equipped with the <keyword id="20301169" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Snapdragon-X-Elite" source="keywords">Snapdragon X Elite</keyword> processor and comes with several AI-powered features.<br /><br />The EliteBook Ultra G1q uses the Snapdragon X Elite Platform and brings with it CoPiloit+, which is available exclusively to Qualcomm platforms. CoPilot+ is part of Microsoft’s new AI suite. The laptop also comes with the <keyword id="22556484" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="HP-AI-companion" source="keywords">HP AI companion</keyword>, the company’s AI assistant, aimed at helping boost your productivity.<br /><br />I have been using the HP EliteBook Ultra G1q for a few weeks now and here is my detailed review of the latest lightweight business laptop from HP.<br /><br />  <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="112497472" title="Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 review – the complete package" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div><br /><h2><keyword id="23427748" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="HP-EliteBook-Ultra-G1q-price" source="Orion">HP EliteBook Ultra G1q price</keyword> and availability</h2>The HP EliteBook Ultra G1q comes in a single variant and is priced at ₹1,68,999. The device is available from HP Online Store and the company’s authorised online and offline retailers across the country.<br /><br /><h3>In the box</h3><ul><li>HP EliteBook Ultra G1q</li><li>Power adapter</li><li>Documentation</li></ul><h2>HP EliteBook Ultra G1q specifications</h2><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none;" class="redcator-table-advance"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#000000;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Particulars<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#000000;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Specifications<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Display<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">14-inch 2.2K IPS<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Refresh rate<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">60Hz<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Processor<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">GPU<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Qualcomm Adreno Graphics<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Memory<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">16GB LPDDR5X 8400 MT/s<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Storage<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">512GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Connectivity<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">2 x USB Type-C ports, 1 x USB Type-A 3.2, 1 x audio port<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Audio<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Dual speakers<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Battery<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">59 Wh<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Weight<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">1.35 kg<br /><br /></td></tr></tbody><tbody></tbody></table><br /><h2>HP EliteBook Ultra G1q pros and cons</h2><br /><strong>Pros</strong><br /><ul><li>Lightweight</li><li>Performance</li></ul><strong>Cons</strong><br /><ul><li>Lack of ports</li></ul> <h2>HP EliteBook Ultra G1q design</h2>The HP EliteBook Ultra G1q features a minimalistic design, ideal for professionals who wish to have a laptop with a simple look. True to its price tag, the HP EliteBook G1q looks and feels premium.<br /><br />The laptop features a sleek and lightweight design, measuring 14.4mm thick and weighing and 1.35 kg. This makes it easy to carry it around with you, due to its compact form factor. I got the Atmospheric Blue colour variant, which is a shade of dark blue.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="Top" msid="113938584" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;HP EliteBook Ultra G1q top design&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />At the back, the device comes with a matte finish and features the company’s logo. The laptop keeps fingerprints and dust away and is easy to clean, making it look flawless.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="Hinge" msid="113938712" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;HP EliteBook Ultra G1q hinge&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The laptop features a metal body, featuring 50% recycled aluminium. The hinge of the laptop is also well-built and feels very sturdy. Another good thing about the device is you can easily open the lid of the laptop with one hand.<br /><br />Despite its sleek and lightweight design, the laptop is very durable. It comes with MIL-STD 810H rating, meaning it can handle extreme stress. The laptop does not shake or wobble during use and is very stable.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="Back" msid="113938616" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;HP EliteBook Ultra G1q back design&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />There are ample vents at the bottom of the device to dissipate the heat.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="Right" msid="113938652" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Ports on the right side&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The EliteBook Ultra G1q comes with a USB Type-A port and an audio port on the right side.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="Left ports" msid="113938675" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Ports on the left side&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The laptop comes with two USB Type-C ports on the left side.<br /><br />Coming to the keyboard, the device comes with a chiclet keyboard that offers decent travel time and is good for typing. It comes with a backlit keyboard that allows you to easily use the device even when it is dark. The keycaps come with 50% recycled plastic.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="KB" msid="113938690" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;HP EliteBook Ultra G1q keyboard and touchpad&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The touchpad on the laptop is large and is responsive and easy to use. It comes with a dedicated CoPilot button.<br /><br /><h2>HP EliteBook Ultra G1q display</h2>Coming to the display, the laptop comes with a 14-inch 2.2K IPS anti-glare display with a 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits brightness. The panel has a resolution of 2240 x 1400 pixels.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="Dis" msid="113938699" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;HP EliteBook Ultra G1q display&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The laptop comes with minimal bezels and offers good colours. The laptop is good for viewing content and working. Content on the laptop, whether for work or for entertainment looks crisp.<br /><br />The brightness, however, is slightly on the lower side. While it looks excellent indoors, it does struggle a bit when you take it outdoors in direct sunlight. If you are someone who doesn’t regularly use your laptop outdoors, this is a non-issue.<br /><br /><h2>HP EliteBook Ultra G1q performance</h2>Coming to performance, the laptop is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite Platform processor. The laptop is available in a single variant with 16GB LPDDR5x 8400 MHz RAM and a 512TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD.<br /><br />The laptop is able to handle multi-tasking with ease, without any issues. There was no stuttering or lag, despite many applications and tabs open at once.<br /><br />The laptop’s cooling system also works well and I did not notice any abnormal heating.<br /><br />The HP EliteBook G1q comes with the Windows CoPilot+, alongside HP’s AI Companion app. The app can be used to streamline daily tasks, helping boost productivity.<br /><br />The app offers AI-powered features such as auto-framing and panning, keeping you in centre during calls. It also offers various enhancement options using AI, including the ability to reduce echoes.<br /><br />The laptop is equipped with a 59 Whr battery and offers a decent battery life, allowing you to get around 8 hours of usage. It supports 65W charging, allowing you to quickly charge the device.<br /><br /><h2>Verdict</h2>The HP EliteBook G1q is a feature-packed device designed for professionals looking for a sleek and powerful laptop. The device ticks all the right boxes, including a good design, powerful hardware and a lightweight form factor.<br /><br />At the end of the day, price does come into play and the EliteBook G1q is priced on the higher side. If you are looking to get a premium device and don’t mind the price, the EliteBook G1q is a great option.<br /><br />Disclaimer: The content on this website is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a purchasing guide or recommendation. We advise readers to do additional research, including hands-on usage of the device at a retail outlet, before making a decision.<br /><br /><strong>SEE ALSO:<br /><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/gadgets/news/samsung-galaxy-watch-ultra-review/articleshow/113520294.cms">Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra review – premium watch with a rugged design</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/alienware-aw3225qf-32-inch-qd-oled-gaming-monitor-review-for-the-perfect-gaming-experience/articleshow/113404175.cms">Alienware AW3225QF 32-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor review – for the perfect gaming experience</a><br /><br /></strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/dell-latitude-9450-review/articleshow/112447785.cms"><strong>Dell Latitude 9450 2-in-1 review – a premium business laptop with a compact design</strong></a><br />

HP EliteBook Ultra G1q review – powerful hardware in a compact form factor

<ul><li>BenQ has launched the PD3225U 4K designer monitor in India.</li><li>It is a premium 4K monitor aimed at creators and designers.</li><li>Here’s my review of the 32-inch <keyword id="23288309" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="BenQ-PD3225U-monitor" source="Orion">BenQ PD3225U monitor</keyword> that will help you decide whether to buy the device or not.</li></ul> BenQ is a popular name when it comes to monitors, be it for creators or for gaming, there’s something in store for everyone. The company recently launched the BenQ PD3225U, a premium 32-inch 4K monitor for creators and designers.<br /><br />Professional content creators often use a Mac and it is often difficult to find a good monitor to pair with your Mac. With the BenQ PD3225U, the company is looking to fill this gap, with an IPS Black panel, offering improved contrast.<br /><br />    <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="113404175" title="Alienware AW3225QF 32-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor review – for the perfect gaming experience" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div><br />I have been using the BenQ PD3225U monitor for a few weeks now, and here is my detailed review of the premium 4K monitor.<br /><br /><h2>Price and availability</h2>The BenQ PD3225U 4K monitor is priced at ₹99,990. It is available from Amazon India, BenQ’s Online Store and the company’s authorised retail stores across the country.<br /><br /><h3>In the box</h3><ul><li>BenQ PD3225U monitor</li><li>Hotkey Puck G2</li><li>Power cable</li><li>HDMI cable</li><li>Thunderbolt cable</li><li>Documentation</li></ul><h2>BenQ PD3225U specifications</h2><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none;" class="redcator-table-advance"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#000000;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Particulars<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#000000;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Specifications<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Display<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">31.5-inch<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Resolution<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">3840 x 2160 pixels<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Refresh rate<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">60Hz<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Response time<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">5ms<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Brightness<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">400 nits<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Connectivity<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">DP port, 2 x HDMI, 2 x Thunderbolt, USB Type-C<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Weight<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">8.2 kg<br /><br /></td></tr></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody></table><br /> <h3>Pros and cons</h3><strong>Pros</strong><br /><br /><ul><li>Excellent colour accuracy</li><li>Ergonomic and durable design</li></ul><strong>Cons</strong><br /><br /><ul><li>Price</li></ul><h2>Design</h2>The BenQ PD3225U has a minimalistic design, in line with its professional characteristics.<br /><br />Despite its large display, the monitor is sleek and features minimal bezels on all four sides. There is no branding at the front, with the company offering a distraction-free experience.<br /><br />    <div type="image" title="BenQ logo" msid="113609454" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;BenQ branding at the back&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />At the back, the monitor comes with BenQ branding. It features an all-black design at the back, with a matte finish to prevent fingerprint smudges and making it easier to clean<br /><br />    <div type="image" title="Base" msid="113609457" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Monitor&amp;#39;s base&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />Coming to the stand is an all-metallic stand that comes with a charcoal-silver finish. The stand has a large base that is aimed at keeping it stable. Talking about branding, the base features BenQ branding on it.<br /><br />    <div type="image" title="Stand adjustment" msid="113609482" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The monitor comes with an adjustable stand&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The stand is good, offering a lot of customisation. You can adjust the height up to 6 inches, swivel 60 degrees, pivot up to 90 degrees and tilt up to 25 degrees. Allowing you to get it in the perfect position that suits you.<br /><br />      <div type="image" title="Thickness" msid="113609504" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Monitor&amp;#39;s thickness&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The monitor is on the heavier side, weighing 8.2 kg with the stand. However, this is not surprising considering the large 32-inch display.<br /><br />    <div type="image" title="Cable" msid="113609500" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Cable organiser at the back&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />For OSD controls, the monitor comes with a joystick and buttons on the right side. It comes with a cable organiser on the stand to help you manage your cables and minimise clutter.<br /><br />      <div type="image" title="Ports" msid="113609506" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Ports on the monitor&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />      <div type="image" title="Ports on the right side" msid="113609511" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Ports on the right side&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />It is packed with ample ports, featuring two HDMI 2.1 ports, a DisplayPort, two Thunderbolt 3 ports, a USB Type-C port, a USB Type-B port and three USB Type-A ports.<br /><br /><h2>Display and performance</h2>Coming to the display, the BenQ PD3225U features a 31.5-inch IPS Black panel. For those unaware, IPS Black is a new variant of IPS panels that offers improved contrast compared to traditional IPS panels. While this is the first time that BenQ has used an IPS Black panel, companies like LG and Dell have used IPS Black panels for their monitors.<br /><br />      <div type="image" title="Display" msid="113609521" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;BenQ PD3225U display&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The monitor from BenQ offers a 3840 x 2160 pixels resolution, 60Hz refresh rate, 400 nits brightness and a 5 ms response time (GtG).<br /><br />As the monitor is aimed at designers and creators, image quality and colour reproduction are very important. This is where the BenQ PD3225U shines, offering excellent colour reproduction and detailed images. The IPS Black panel helps in maintaing a good contrast ratio.<br /><br />The monitor offers high brightness, ensuring you don’t have to worry about visibility. The monitor is quite bright and I found myself using it mostly around the 50% mark.<br /><br />The screen is factory-calibrated for MacBook, allowing you to start using it immediately without worrying about colour calibration. It also offers an M-Book mode to sync the colour settings between your device and the monitor.<br /><br />BenQ has also offered the Hotkey Puck G2 with the monitor. This can be connected to the monitor and allows you to control the on-screen menu. This helps in boosting productivity as it allows you to easily switch between various modes and tools.<br /><br />The monitor also comes with dual 2.5W speakers. These are enough to watch a quick video, listen to music or just for notifications. While these are good to have, they are not a replacement for a pair of headphones. I have always preferred a monitor that has a speaker so that I don’t have to grab my headphones every time I want to listen to something.<br /><br /><h2>Verdict</h2>The BenQ PD3225U is an excellent option, especially for MacBook users looking for a reliable monitor. While the price may look on the higher side, it is relatively affordable when compared to the Apple Studio Display which starts at ₹1,59,900. While that’s a completely different thing, the BenQ PD3225U does its job well and ticks all the right boxes, including a good design, excellent display and great connectivity options.<br /><br />Disclaimer: The content on this website is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a purchasing guide or recommendation. We advise readers to do additional research, including hands-on usage of the device at a retail outlet, before making a decision.<br /><br /><strong>SEE ALSO:<br /><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/gadgets/news/samsung-galaxy-watch-ultra-review/articleshow/113520294.cms">Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra review – premium watch with a rugged design</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/alienware-aw3225qf-32-inch-qd-oled-gaming-monitor-review-for-the-perfect-gaming-experience/articleshow/113404175.cms">Alienware AW3225QF 32-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor review – for the perfect gaming experience</a><br /><br /></strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-6-review/articleshow/112497472.cms"><strong>Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 review – the complete package</strong></a><br />

BenQ PD3225U review – a premium 4K monitor for creators

<ul><li>Samsung has launched the Galaxy Watch Ultra smartwatch in India.</li><li>The GTR 4 is priced at ₹59,999 and comes in three colour options.</li><li>Here’s my review of the <keyword id="22363626" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Samsung-Galaxy-Watch-Ultra" source="Orion">Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra</keyword> that will help you decide whether you should buy the smartwatch or not.</li></ul> Samsung recently launched the Galaxy Watch Ultra, the company’s premium rugged smartwatch, alongside the<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-6-galaxy-z-flip-6-galaxy-ring-and-more-launched/articleshow/111637913.cms"> Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6</a> smartphones. The Galaxy Watch Ultra is the company’s most premium smartwatch offering.<br /><br />The Galaxy Watch Ultra is aimed at users looking for a highly rugged and durable smartwatch, especially those who partake in extreme sports.<br /><br />I have been using the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra smartwatch for a few weeks now, and here is my detailed review of the smartwatch that will help you decide whether you should buy the smartwatch.<br /><br /><div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="112497472" title="Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 review – the complete package" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div><br /><h2><keyword id="23248225" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Samsung-Galaxy-Watch-Ultra-price" source="Orion">Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra price</keyword> and availability</h2>The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra comes in a single 47mm variant and is priced at ₹59,999. The watch comes in Titanium Gray, Titanium White and Titanium Silver colour options.<br /><br /><h2>In the box</h2><ul><li>Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra<br /></li><li>Charger<br /></li><li>Documentation<br /></li></ul><h2>Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra pros and cons</h2><strong>Pros</strong><br /><br /><ul><li>Durable design</li><li>Health tracking features</li></ul><strong>Cons<br /></strong><br /><ul><li>Some health features are limited to Samsung phones<br /></li></ul><h2>Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra design and display</h2>The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra comes in three colour options – Titanium Gray, Titanium White and Titanium Silver. I tested the Titanium Silver colour variant, which I think is the best among the three options.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="PXL_20240825_105244230" msid="113520433" hostid="261" sizebytes="65724" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra strap&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The Titanium Silver colour variant comes with a Dark Grey strap. You can easily replace the strap on the Galaxy Watch Ultra thanks to the dynamic lug, allowing you to get different straps. This also means that you cannot use your older straps with the watch.<br /><br />The Galaxy Watch Ultra is the largest among the smartwatches sold by the company at 47mm. Considering the display and the battery size, the watch is on the heavier side at 60.5 grams.<br /><br />Despite being packed with features and offering a durable design, the Galaxy Watch Ultra at 12.1mm is thinner than the Apple Watch Ultra.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="Design" msid="113520482" hostid="261" sizebytes="63856" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra design&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The Galaxy Watch Ultra has a circular face and is placed in a squarish design with rounded corners. While I was a bit sceptical of the design during the launch, it looks quite good when you actually wear it. It sits well on the hand and makes a separate place for itself in a market filled with circular smartwatches for Android devices.<br /><br />The smartwatch comes with a highly durable case built using Titanium Grade 4 that gives it a premium look and feel. It comes with a matte finish, preventing fingerprint smudges and dust build-up.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="b" msid="113520505" hostid="261" sizebytes="66228" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra design&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br /><br />In line with its rugged characteristics, the smartwatch comes with 10ATM water resistance and an IP68 water and dust rating. Additionally, it comes with MIL-STD-810G certification, making it extremely durable.<br /><br />Samsung has claimed that the watch can survive temperatures ranging between -20 degrees Celsius and 55 degrees Celsius.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="Sensors" msid="113520955" hostid="261" sizebytes="39826" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Sensors at the back&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The back of the watch which is packed with sensors such as the BioActive sensor is made using ceramic and sapphire glass.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="Buttons" msid="113521002" hostid="261" sizebytes="33052" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Buttons on the Galaxy Watch Ultra&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The Galaxy Watch Ultra features a home button, a back button and a new customisable quick action button. The quick action button is quite handy and can be set to perform various actions such as opening the exercise menu, opening the stopwatch, torch and more.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="Speaker" msid="113521024" hostid="261" sizebytes="29576" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Speaker on the left side&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The watch comes with speakers on the right side and a microphone on the left side between the buttons.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="Display" msid="113520455" hostid="261" sizebytes="50078" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra display&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The Galaxy Watch Ultra features a 1.5-inch Super AMOLED always-on-display. It comes with Sapphire glass protection and offers a peak brightness of 3000 nits, ensuring excellent outdoor visibility.<br /><br />The watch is durable and I did not notice a single scratch during my usage.<br /><br /><h2>Software and app</h2>The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra runs on WearOS with One UI 6 Watch on top. This is basically WearOS with Samsung’s tweaks on top. The watch can be connected and managed using the Galaxy Wearable app, which is easy to use. To track your health and activities, you need to download the Samsung Health app.<br /><br />Like any WearOS or Samsung watch, the interface on the Galaxy Watch Ultra is smooth and easy to use. You can install applications from the Play Store and use them on the watch.<br /><br />You get a ton of watch faces and customisation options to choose from. If you aren’t happy with these, you also have the option to download more from the Play Store.<br /><br />The Galaxy Watch Ultra comes with its own watch face, offering a red-coloured night mode.<br /><br />Like most gadgets these days, the watch also comes with AI baked in, allowing you to quickly reply to messages and more.<br /><br />One issue that I faced with the watch is that for some important features such as taking an electrocardiogram (ECG) or getting a blood pressure report, you will need to connect to a Samsung smartphone. These features are not available on other Android smartphones.<br /><br /><h2>Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra features and performance</h2>The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is powered by the Exynos W1000 chipset, equipped with a 5-core CPU, which is claimed to offer nearly four times better performance than its predecessor, along with 30% improved power efficiency. The chipset is paired with 2GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage.<br /><br />The Galaxy Watch Ultra comes with a new Siren feature, allowing you to hold down the Action Button to enable a loud siren, which can come in handy during emergencies.<br /><br />Samsung has packed the device with features and offers a ton of health tracking sensors. It comes with a new Samsung BioActive Sensor, which includes an optical bio-signal sensor, electrical heart signal and bioelectrical impedance analysis sensor.<br /><br />The watch also comes with an optical heart rate sensor, a temperature sensor, a light sensor, a geomagnetic sensor and more.<br /><br />For positioning, the Galaxy Watch Ultra comes with L1+LG dual-frequency GPS, offering improved accuracy.<br /><br />The watch accurately offers activity and fitness tracking, making it a great option for those looking for accurate activity tracking in a smartwatch.<br /><br />The watch was also accurately able to track my sleep patterns, along with blood oxygen during sleep, skin temperature, heart rate and respiratory rate. If you track your sleep regularly for seven days, it starts offering more insights about your sleep patterns and also offers recommendations.<br /><br />Another area where Samsung has deployed AI is to determine your energy score. It uses aspects such as sleep time and activity to help you determine your energy levels for the day. It also offers suggestions if any particular thing needs your attention.<br /><br />One of the key health metrics that the watch offers is ECG and BP tracking.<br /><br />The watch offers alerts for abnormally high or low heart rates and can detect irregular heart rhythms that can indicate atrial fibrillation.<br /><br />The Galaxy Watch Ultra is powered by a 590mAh battery, which is claimed to offer up to 100 hours of battery life with workout detection in power-saving mode.<br /><br />With AOD and regular HR tracking enabled, I managed to squeeze out nearly three days of battery life from the device, which is quite good.<br /><br />Samsung has offered a wireless magnetic charger with the watch and it does not work with regular wireless chargers. It takes nearly 2 hours to charge, so you need to plan accordingly.<br /><br /><h2>Verdict</h2>The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is a feature-packed watch and is the only such option in the market. While watches from Garmin are packed with health tracking features, they lack the OS that Samsung offers and are not as fun to use.<br /><br />The Galaxy Watch Ultra ticks all the right boxes, including a vibrant display, durable design, excellent health and activity tracking and a decent battery life. If you don’t mind the Samsung-exclusive health tracking features and the slow charging speeds, the Galaxy Watch Ultra is an amazing choice.<br /><br />Disclaimer: The content on this website is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a purchasing guide or recommendation. 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