<ul><li>The <keyword id="19264412" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Sonic-Lamb" source="Orion">Sonic Lamb</keyword> is the first headphone from Indian startup <keyword id="21902005" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Rapture-Innovation-Labs" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Rapture Innovation Labs" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Rapture Innovation Labs">Rapture Innovation Labs</keyword>.</li><li>The headphone has been priced at ₹16,999 and is available in three colour options.</li><li>Here’s my review of the <keyword id="21404738" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Sonic-Lamb-headphones" source="Orion">Sonic Lamb headphones</keyword> that will help you decide whether to buy the headphones or not.</li></ul> In the ever-evolving digital world, headphones have become an integral part of our daily lives, providing a personal and immersive listening experience. When you look for a new pair of headphones, your mind usually goes towards well-established brands, that have been in the market for years. Rapture Innovation Labs, a Karnataka-based startup has launched Sonic Lamb, a premium headphone that is aimed at audiophiles. I have been testing the Sonic Lamb headphones for a few weeks now and here is my detailed review of the headphones. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Sonic Lamb price and availability" comment="subhead" text="Sonic Lamb price and availability"><keyword id="21902007" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Sonic-Lamb-price" source="Orion">Sonic Lamb price</keyword> and availability</cmsannotation> The Sonic Lamb headphones are priced at ₹16,999 and are available from the company’s<a href="https://in.soniclamb.com/products/over-ear-headphones-black"> website</a> in three colour options – Obsidian Black, Ember Gray and Moonstone White. I tested the Obsidian Black colour option, which is all-black. If you want something more colourful, you can go with the Ember Gray variant, which comes in a dual-tone design. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="In the box" comment="subhead" text="In the box">In the box</cmsannotation> <ul><li>Sonic Lamb headphone </li><li>USB Type-C cable </li><li>Detachable boom microphone </li><li>Carry case </li><li>Documentation</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Pros and cons" comment="subhead" text="Pros and cons">Pros and cons</cmsannotation> Pros <ul><li>Immersive sound experience</li><li>Comfort</li></ul>Cons <ul><li>No active noise cancellation </li></ul> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Design and comfort" comment="subhead" text="Design and comfort">Design and comfort</cmsannotation> Starting with the design, the Sonic Lamb offers a comfortable experience. The headphones come with a flexible headband with ample cushioning at the top. The vegan leather used for cushioning is of good quality and you do not have to worry about any irritation. <div type="image" title="Design" msid="110626333" hostid="261" sizebytes="28476" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Sonic Lamb headphones feature a minimalistic design&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The earcups can swivel, making it easier to store them, whether in the case provided or in your bag while travelling. <div type="image" title="Ear" msid="110626335" hostid="261" sizebytes="48832" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Wooferpads&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The earcups are called Wooferpads by the company. They come with ample cushioning and are comfortable to use. The earcups are user-replaceable and you do not have to worry about spending a lot of money to change them. <div type="image" title="toggle" msid="110626341" hostid="261" sizebytes="20644" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Toggle to control the bass&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The right earcup has a rotating switch to toggle between the four bass levels offered. <div type="image" title="Ports" msid="110626344" hostid="261" sizebytes="24110" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Ports on the right earcup&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> It also comes with a USB Type-C port for charging, an audio port to connect the detachable boom microphone and buttons to control calls and music playback. <div type="image" title="Front" msid="110626373" hostid="261" sizebytes="45612" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Sonic Lamb headphones&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The headband is made out of metal and is of good quality. The headphone has some subtle branding, with the Sonic Lamb name printed on both sides. The headphones offer passive noise isolation and miss out on active noise cancellation. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Features and performance" comment="subhead" text="Features and performance">Features and performance</cmsannotation> The Sonic Lamb headphone is equipped with 27mm impulse drivers that handle frequencies between 20 to 120Hz and 40mm dynamic drivers that handle frequencies above 120Hz. The headphones feature hybrid driver acoustics, offering air conduction and <keyword id="21902006" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="bone-conduction" source="keywords">bone conduction</keyword>. While the 27mm impulse drivers handle bone conduction, the 40mm dynamic drivers use air conduction. This basically allows you to not just listen to the music but also feel it. The Wooferpads convert the bone conduction impulses generated by the 27mm impulse drivers to something that can be felt through the earcups. It acts as a subwoofer and generates a physical sensation that can be felt using conduction technology. It offers four modes – <ul><li>Hear</li><li>Feel</li><li>Immerse</li><li>Beast</li></ul>The Hear mode is the first level which offers a balanced sound signature and it is meant for listening to soft music, calls, meetings, podcasts and more. This mode focuses more on the vocals and has a balanced sound signature. The second mode, Feel adds an extra thump to the bass as it amps up the lower frequency for songs that offer bass. Moving on to the third mode, Immerse adds a more powerful bass, with the sub-woofer kicking in. This mode has been designed for bass-heavy genres like RAP, EDM, hip hop and more. The most powerful mode is the Beast mode. As the name suggests, this is the top mode and goes all-in on bass and has vibrations coming from the Wooferpads. This has been designed for action movies, especially those with gunshots and destruction. I also found this mode useful while gaming. Coming to the battery life, it is equipped with a 1,400mAh battery that can be recharged using a USB Type-C cable. A full charge takes around two hours and 10 minutes of charging offers up to six hours of music playback. A full charge offers up to 42 hours of usage in the Hear mode and up to 12 hours of usage in the Beast mode. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Verdict" comment="subhead" text="Verdict">Verdict</cmsannotation> The Sonic Lamb is a great headphone, especially considering that this is the first device from the company. It offers a good build quality, comfort and an excellent audio experience. While a good app is needed for the headphones, you can control it using the buttons provided. The sound customisation offered is something that a lot of premium headphones fail to properly implement but Sonic Lamb does it well. At the end of the day, it is a premium offering aimed at audiophiles looking for a good headphone and are willing to pay a premium for it. 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. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/oppo-find-x7-ultra-the-best-camera-on-a-smartphone/articleshow/110566490.cms">Oppo Find X7 Ultra – the best camera on a smartphone?</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/lenovo-loq-15-review/articleshow/110456546.cms">Lenovo LOQ 15 review – gaming laptop with a sturdy design</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/asus-zenbook-duo-review/articleshow/109875023.cms">Asus ZenBook Duo review – an excellent dual-screen laptop for multitaskers</a>

Sonic Lamb review – immersive sound and a comfortable design

<ul><li>The <keyword id="20688261" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Motorola-Edge-50-Pro" source="Orion">Motorola Edge 50 Pro</keyword> is the latest mid-range offering from <keyword id="19960470" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Motorola" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Motorola" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Motorola">Motorola</keyword> in India.</li><li>The smartphone is priced starting at ₹31,999 and is available in two variants.</li><li>Here’s my review of the Motorola Edge 50 Pro that will help you decide whether to buy the device or not.</li></ul> Motorola recently launched its latest mid-range offering, the<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/motorola-edge-50-pro-with-snapdragon-7-gen-3-125w-charging-launched-in-india/articleshow/109023956.cms"> Edge 50 Pro</a> in its Edge series in India. It is the successor of the Motorola Edge 40 Pro that was launched in 2023. The Motorola Edge 50 Pro has received several updates over its predecessor, including a revamped design, new UI, improved battery and more. The main highlights of the Edge 50 Pro include its vegan leather design, 144Hz display and fast charging. I have been using the Motorola Edge 50 Pro for a few weeks now, and here is my detailed review of the latest mid-range offering from the company. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Motorola Edge 50 Pro price and availability" comment="subhead" text="Motorola Edge 50 Pro price and availability"><keyword id="21025040" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Motorola-Edge-50-Pro-price" source="Orion">Motorola Edge 50 Pro price</keyword> and availability</cmsannotation> The Motorola Edge 50 Pro has been priced at ₹31,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant and ₹35,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB internal storage variant. The device is available from Flipkart, Motorola Online Store and the company’s authorised retail stores in Luxe Lavender, Moonlight Pearl and Black Beauty colour options. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="In the box" comment="subhead" text="In the box">In the box</cmsannotation> <ul><li>Motorola Edge 50 Pro smartphone</li><li>Protective case</li><li>Charge</li><li>USB Type-C cable</li><li>SIM ejector</li><li>Documentation</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Motorola Edge 50 Pro specifications" comment="subhead" text="Motorola Edge 50 Pro specifications">Motorola Edge 50 Pro specifications</cmsannotation> <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 </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 </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 </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;">6.7-inch 1.5K pOLED </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 </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;">144Hz </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;">Protection </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;">Gorilla Glass 5 </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;">Chipset </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;">Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 </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;">Variants </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;">8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB </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;">Rear camera </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;">50MP + 13MP + 10MP </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;">Selfie camera </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;">50MP </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;">Battery </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;">4,500mAh </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;">Charging </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;">125W </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;">Wireless charging </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;">50W </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;">Fingerprint sensor </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;">In-display fingerprint sensor </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 </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;">186 grams </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;">Water resistance </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;">IP68 </td></tr></tbody></table> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Motorola Edge 50 Pro Pros and cons" comment="subhead" text="Motorola Edge 50 Pro Pros and cons">Motorola Edge 50 Pro Pros and cons</cmsannotation> Pros <ul><li>Sleek design</li><li>125W charging and 50W wireless charging </li></ul>Cons <ul><li>68W charger bundled with base variant</li><li>Chipset </li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Design and display" comment="subhead" text="Design and display">Design and display</cmsannotation> The Motorola Edge 50 Pro comes with a sleek and lightweight design. It is available in three colour options – in Luxe Lavender, Moonlight Pearl and Black Beauty. While the in Luxe Lavender and Black Beauty both offer vegan leather at the back, the Moonlight Pearl variant comes with a pearl acetate back. <div type="image" title="Back" msid="111165798" hostid="261" sizebytes="74478" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Motorola Edge 50 Pro back design&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> I tested the Luxe Lavender variant, which is purple in colour and comes with a vegan leather back, which sets it apart from other devices in the segment. The vegan leather gives a premium feel while holding the device and prevents fingerprint smudges. <div type="image" title="Camera 2" msid="111165825" hostid="261" sizebytes="46708" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Motorola Edge 50 Pro camera module&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The device comes with a rectangular camera module at the back with three large camera cut-outs and an LED flash. The smartphone also features the Motorola logo at the back in the middle with a glossy finish. <div type="image" title="Right buttons" msid="111165863" hostid="261" sizebytes="85250" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Volume rockers and power button&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> On the right side, you get the volume rockers and the power button. The left side of the smartphone is bare, apart from some antenna lines. On the top, you get Dolby Atmos branding and a microphone. At the bottom, you get the SIM tray, a microphone, a USB Type-C port, and the speaker grille. Coming to the display, the smartphone comes with a 10-bit 6.7-inch 1.5K curved pOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and up to 2000 nits brightness. The device comes with HDR10+ support and offers <div type="image" title="Display" msid="111165892" hostid="261" sizebytes="84070" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Motorola Edge 50 Pro display&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> It is the first smartphone to be Pantone validated for colour accuracy. To make use of this, you need to change to the natural mode. During my testing, the natural mode worked well. The Motorola Edge 50 Pro comes with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection and features an in-display fingerprint sensor. The high refresh rate and colour accuracy make it a great option for those looking to play games or consume content. The high brightness ensures that you do not have to worry about using the device in direct sunlight. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Software and performance" comment="subhead" text="Software and performance">Software and performance</cmsannotation> The Motorola Edge 50 Pro runs on Android 14 out of the box with the company’s new Hello UI on top. The smartphone will get three years of Android updates and five years of security updates. The company’s UI offers a clutter-free user experience is free of bloatware and intrusive advertisements. <div type="image" title="UI" msid="111165911" hostid="261" sizebytes="84480" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Hello UI&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The device is equipped mostly with Google and Motorola apps. It also comes with Style sync, an AI-powered feature that allows you to use captured photos or photos in your gallery to create wallpapers. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset and comes with up to 12GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage. While it is a decent chipset, the company could have offered a more powerful chipset, in line with other smartphones in the segment. The device offers a good gaming experience, even with Full HD graphics. I tried popular titles such as Battlegrounds Mobile India and Call of Duty: Mobile on the smartphone. The smartphone is powered by a 4,500mAh battery with 125W fast charging support and 50W wireless charging support. At a time when a lot of devices more expensive than the Edge 50 Pro do not offer wireless charging, it is good to see 50W wireless charging on the device. While the 12GB variant comes with a 125W charger in the box, the base variant only offers a 68W charger in the box, which might be a letdown for many. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Camera" comment="subhead" text="Camera">Camera</cmsannotation> Coming to the camera department, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro is equipped with a triple camera setup at the back consisting of a 50MP primary camera with OIS, a 13MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom and 50x digital zoom. The device comes with several AI-powered features for the cameras, including AI adaptive stabilisation and AI photo enhancement. <div type="image" title="Camera" msid="111165944" hostid="261" sizebytes="51742" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Motorola Edge 50 Pro camera setup&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The smartphone’s cameras performs well in daylight conditions, capturing images with good colour reproduction and accurate details. The device does a good job when it comes to portrait images. The portrait images captured on the device come with good edge detection and details. Coming to low light conditions, the device is able to capture decent images with minimal noise. On the front, the device comes with a 50MP selfie camera that offers features such as AI adaptive stabilisation, AI photo enhancement and autofocus tracking. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Verdict" comment="subhead" text="Verdict">Verdict</cmsannotation> The Motorola Edge 50 Pro is a good device that ticks a lot of right boxes, including a premium design, good display, decent cameras and fast charging support. It does miss out on a more powerful chipset and comes with a slightly smaller battery. If you are looking for a smartphone with a good design and a clean user interface, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro is a good option. However, if you are looking for a more powerful smartphone, the Oppo Reno 11 Pro is worth considering, but it misses out on a vegan leather back and does not offer wireless charging. 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. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/asus-zenbook-duo-review/articleshow/109875023.cms">Asus ZenBook Duo review – an excellent dual-screen laptop for multitaskers</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/hp-omen-transcend-14-review/articleshow/108980896.cms">HP Omen Transcend 14 review – a feature-packed, lightweight gaming laptop with excellent display</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/vivo-v30-pro-review/articleshow/108944431.cms">Vivo V30 Pro review: premium cameras in the mid-range segment</a>

Motorola Edge 50 Pro review – a feature-packed smartphone with good design

<ul><li>The <keyword id="21425999" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Alienware-x16-R2" source="keywords">Alienware x16 R2</keyword> is the company’s latest <keyword id="20113891" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="gaming-laptop" source="keywords">gaming laptop</keyword> in the Alienware lineup.</li><li>The premium gaming laptop is priced starting at ₹2,86,990 in the country.</li><li>Here’s my review of the Alienware x16 R2 that will help you decide whether you should buy the device.</li></ul><keyword id="19969515" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Dell" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Dell" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Dell">Dell</keyword> recently launched the new gaming laptops in its Alienware lineup in India, including the premium x16 R2 gaming laptop. The Alienware x16 R2 is aimed at both gamers and creators, with powerful hardware and new AI-enabled features. The Alienware x16 R2 has been launched in several variants, offering different processor and GPU combinations for different budgets, along with storage variants. The top-end option in the lineup is equipped with the <keyword id="22007967" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Intel-Core-Ultra-9" source="keywords">Intel Core Ultra 9</keyword> chipset and <keyword id="22007966" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="NVIDIA-GeForce-RTX-4090" source="keywords">NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090</keyword> graphics. I have been using the Alienware x16 R2 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 Dell. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Alienware x16 R2 price and availability" comment="subhead" text="Alienware x16 R2 price and availability"><keyword id="22007969" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Alienware-x16-R2-price" source="Orion">Alienware x16 R2 price</keyword> and availability</cmsannotation> The Alienware x16 R2 has been priced starting at ₹2,86,990 in the country and goes up to ₹4,61,990 for the top variant. It comes in a single Lunar Silver colour option and is available from Amazon India, Dell online store and the company’s authorised retail stores across the country. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="In the box" comment="subhead" text="In the box">In the box</cmsannotation> <ul><li>Alienware x16 R2</li><li>Power adapter and cable</li><li>Documentation</li><li>Dust cover</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Alienware x16 R2 specifications" comment="subhead" text="Alienware x16 R2 specifications">Alienware x16 R2 specifications</cmsannotation> <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 </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 </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 </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 Quad HD+ </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 </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;">240Hz </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 </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 9 185H </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 </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 </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 </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;">Up to 32GB LPDDR5x 7467MHz </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 </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;">Up to 4TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD </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 </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 ports, 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 port, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 port, audio jack and HDMI 2.1 port </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 </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;">Six speaker spatial sound </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 </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;">90 Wh </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 </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;">2.72 kg </td></tr></tbody></table> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Alienware x16 R2 pros and cons" comment="subhead" text="Alienware x16 R2 pros and cons">Alienware x16 R2 pros and cons</cmsannotation> Pros <ul><li>Powerful performance </li><li>Spatial audio </li></ul>Cons <ul><li>Weight </li><li>Price </li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Alienware x16 R2 design" comment="subhead" text="Alienware x16 R2 design">Alienware x16 R2 design</cmsannotation> If you have seen the Alienware x16, the design of the x16 R2 is not new. It retains the same design as its predecessor, which is not a con as the device is well-designed. <div type="image" title="Side profile" msid="110880045" hostid="261" sizebytes="22688" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Alienware x16 R2 is slightly heavy&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The laptop is on the heavier side at 2.72 kg. The charger is also quite heavy and portability may be a concern if you plan on carrying the laptop with you every day. The primary reason for the weight is the large display and the powerful hardware offered by the device. <div type="image" title="Back design" msid="110880053" hostid="261" sizebytes="18850" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Alienware x16 R2 back&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The Alienware x16 R2 comes in a single colour option – Lunar Silver. The laptop features a full-metal chassis with a silver finish and with white colour around the hinge. The laptop comes with a minimalistic design, featuring an X symbol at the back and the Alienware logo that lights up. The logo’s colour can be customized according to your preference. If you want a more minimalistic look, you also have the option to completely turn off the lighting. <div type="image" title="Rear ports" msid="110880060" hostid="261" sizebytes="18462" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Rear ports&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> At the back, the device comes with a large LED strip that surrounds the port area. All the ports have been placed at the back, giving a clean look on the sides. The backlighting can also be customised using the Alienware Command Centre. <div type="image" title="Keyboard" msid="110880066" hostid="261" sizebytes="59452" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Alienware x16 R2 keyboard&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> This is not where the device’s gaming design ends. It comes with an RGB keyboard. The device offers per-key lighting customization. Additionally, the touchpad is also RGB-enabled. <div type="image" title="TP" msid="110880074" hostid="261" sizebytes="31164" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The RGB-enabled touchpad on the Alienware x16 R2&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The Alienware x16 R2 comes with a low profile CherryMX keyboard with a key travel of 1.8 mm. The company has used stainless-steel switches for the device. In terms of ports, the Alienware x16 R2 comes with an audio jack, a microSD card slot, a USB Type-C port with Thunderbolt 4, a Type-C 3.2 Gen port, 2 x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports and a HDMI 2.1 port. As it is a gaming laptop, the company has employed several measures to keep the temperature down. It comes with the company’s Alienware Cryo-tech cooling technology. This includes a quad-fan design, vapour chamber and load-balancing heat pipes. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Display" comment="subhead" text="Display">Display</cmsannotation> The Alienware x16 R2 features a 16-inch Quad HD+ display with 100% DCI-P3 Colour Gamut, a 240Hz refresh rate and 3ms response time. The panel has a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels. <div type="image" title="Display" msid="110879988" hostid="261" sizebytes="41918" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Alienware x16 R2 display&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> There’s also a Full HD+ display option with a 480Hz refresh rate but I would prefer the Quad HD+ option. While the display lacks HDR support, it comes with Dolby Vision support, offering an excellent viewing experience. The lack of HDR may be an issue as this means you will miss out on HDR in games. The peak brightness is also on the lower side at 300 nits. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Performance" comment="subhead" text="Performance">Performance</cmsannotation> The Alienware x16 R2 is equipped with up to Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor. The Intel Core Ultra is a new Meteor Lake chipset from the company. The laptop is available with up to 32GB LPDDR5X 7467 MHz RAM and up to 4TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD. The graphic duties are handled by the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 16GB GDDR6 graphics. I tested the laptop with several games, including games such as Red Dead Redemption 2 and Forza Horizon 5. Both the games performed well and the laptop was able to handle them without any issues. The powerful hardware means that you will be able to run any game with the best graphics without even having to look at the system requirements for a long time. I was able to play games like Red Dead Redemption 2 and Alan Wake 2 at the highest graphic settings without any issues. The laptop’s cooling technology can keep the device cool during extended gaming sessions so you don’t have to worry about performance throttling. The laptop is equipped with a 90Whr battery and offers a decent battery life considering it is a gaming laptop. It offers around six hours of battery life but this will significantly come down if you game on it. The Alienware x16 R2 offers a six-speaker setup with spatial audio. The device offers a good audio experience. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Verdict" comment="subhead" text="Verdict">Verdict</cmsannotation> The Alienware x16 R2 is a feature-packed laptop that offers powerful hardware, a good display and a decent battery life. The laptop also offers a good all-metal chassis with a minimalistic design but can also light up like a regular gaming laptop when you need it to. At the same time, the laptop is not very portable due to its large size and weight. If you want a laptop that you can easily carry around, this may not be the best option for you. Then again, If you are looking for a gaming laptop that you won’t carry around every day, the x16 R2 is a good option. The price is another thing that you need to consider. It is a very premium laptop and while it offers excellent hardware, you need to consider if it fits your budget. 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. 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<ul><li><keyword id="2210217" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="oneplus" source="Orion">OnePlus</keyword> recently launched the <keyword id="13539659" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="nord-buds" source="Orion">Nord Buds</keyword> CE in India with a price tag of ₹2,299.</li><li>It is the most affordable true wireless earbuds from the company.</li><li>Here’s my review of the <keyword id="14608083" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="OnePlus-Nord-Buds-CE" source="Orion">OnePlus Nord Buds CE</keyword> that will help you decide whether you should buy the TWS earbuds or not.</li></ul>OnePlus Nord Buds CE, the company’s latest true wireless earbuds (TWS) under the Nord series has been placed in the budget segment and is aimed at first-time TWS buyers. The <keyword id="14974193" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Nord-Buds-CE-features" source="Orion">Nord Buds CE features</keyword> an identical design to the original <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/oneplus-buds-review-affordable-and-high-on-quality/articleshow/78275876.cms">OnePlus Buds</a>, the company’s first TWS launched around two years ago. I have been using the OnePlus Nord Buds CE for a while now, and here’s my detailed review that will help you decide whether you should buy the TWS earbuds or not. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="OnePlus Nord Buds CE price and availability" comment="subhead" text="OnePlus Nord Buds CE price and availability"><keyword id="14608115" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="OnePlus-Nord-Buds-CE-price" source="Orion">OnePlus Nord Buds CE price</keyword> and availability</cmsannotation> The OnePlus Nord Buds CE has been priced at ₹2,299 and comes in Moonlight White and Mist Grey colour options. It is available from Flipkart, the OnePlus online store and the company’s offline stores across the country. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="OnePlus Nord Buds CE pros and cons" comment="subhead" text="OnePlus Nord Buds CE pros and cons">OnePlus Nord Buds CE pros and cons</cmsannotation> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Pros" comment="subhead2" text="Pros">Pros</cmsannotation> <ul><li>Price</li><li>Battery life</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Cons" comment="subhead" text="Cons">Cons</cmsannotation> <ul><li>Earbud design</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="OnePlus Nord Buds CE design and comfort" comment="subhead" text="OnePlus Nord Buds CE design and comfort"><keyword id="14770084" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="OnePlus-Nord-Buds-CE-design" source="Orion">OnePlus Nord Buds CE design</keyword> and comfort</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="IMG_20220912_095947" msid="94177138" hostid="261" sizebytes="177376" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;OnePlus Nord Buds CE&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The OnePlus Nord Buds CE reminds us about the original OnePlus Buds. The device comes with a glossy case with a smooth finish. It features an oval design with rounded edges. <div type="image" title="IMG_20220912_095942" msid="94177250" hostid="261" sizebytes="48148" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;OnePlus Nord Buds CE&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The case weighs 33 grams, which makes it easy to carry around throughout the day. The earbuds weigh just 3.5 grams each, so you don’t have to worry about ear pain even if you use them for an extended duration. <div type="image" title="IMG_20220912_095958" msid="94177276" hostid="261" sizebytes="61956" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;OnePlus Nord Buds CE&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The case comes with OnePlus branding on the front and features a LED, which lights up when you charge the case, start the pairing process or open the case to remove the earbuds. <div type="image" title="IMG_20220912_100120" msid="94177290" hostid="261" sizebytes="30840" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;OnePlus Nord Buds CE&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Coming to the earbuds, they feature a glossy finish as well. They come with a long stem and an opening at the end of the earcup. Each earbud comes with a microphone and features a magnet at the end that allows you to place the earbud back in the case easily. The earbuds come with an in-ear design, and unlike other earbuds that feature a silicone tip, you will not be able to change the tips to adjust to your ear’s shape. The earbuds were a good fit for my ear, and I could use them comfortably. However, this may not be the case for everyone. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="OnePlus Nord Buds CE audio and sound quality" comment="subhead" text="OnePlus Nord Buds CE audio and sound quality">OnePlus Nord Buds CE audio and sound quality</cmsannotation> The OnePlus Nord Buds CE offers decent sound quality for the price. Due to the design, the earbuds do not offer noise cancellation. The earbuds come with 13.4mm titanium dynamic drivers that ensure rich audio and powerful bass. <div type="image" title="IMG_20220912_100031" msid="94177326" hostid="261" sizebytes="32036" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The earbuds feature an in-ear design&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> I listened to a lot of songs using the Nord Buds CE, and I found the sound quality to be good. I listened to a variety of songs, including rap songs, pop songs and classical music. The earbuds offered powerful bass and in rap songs and captured the tones of pop music quite well. You can choose from four modes – bass, balanced, serenade and gentle. I used the balanced mode, which, as the name suggests, offers a good balance. You also get a game mode that ensures low latency, allowing you to use it for gaming. I used the earbuds while playing Call of Duty: Mobile and found the earbuds to offer good performance. However, there is a slight lag. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="OnePlus Nord Buds CE connectivity and call quality" comment="subhead" text="OnePlus Nord Buds CE connectivity and call quality">OnePlus Nord Buds CE connectivity and call quality</cmsannotation> The OnePlus Nord Buds CE connects to the device in no time. You can download the company’s HeyMelody app on your Android or iOS phone to connect the earbuds. It takes just a few seconds to connect the earbuds to your phone. Coming to the call quality, the earbuds offer a decent experience but there was some disturbance as the earbuds do not come with noise cancellation. However, at this price point, the earbuds offer a decent experience and can be used without any issues indoors. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="OnePlus Nord Buds CE battery life and charging" comment="subhead" text="OnePlus Nord Buds CE battery life and charging">OnePlus Nord Buds CE battery life and charging</cmsannotation> The OnePlus Nord Buds CE offers a decent battery life. While the company has claimed 4.5 hours of battery life for the earbuds, during my usage, I found the battery life to be around 4 hours. In addition to this, the case comes with a 300mAh battery that offers an additional 20 hours of battery life. The device comes with fast charge support, allowing you to get around 80 minutes of usage with just 10 minutes of charging. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Verdict" comment="subhead" text="Verdict">Verdict</cmsannotation> The OnePlus Nord Buds CE are a good option if you are looking for an affordable truly wireless earbuds. 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It's certainly an unconventional look that makes the second screen seem a bit excessive at first glance.But the more time I spent with the ZenBook Pro Duo, the more I found myself wishing I had a laptop with two screens. The secondary display is large enough to actually use it as a supplemental monitor. That's unlike previous concepts I've seen like <a href="https://www.razer.com/projectlinda">Razer's Project Linda</a>, which is powered by the company's Android smartphone and allows you to use the phone as a second screen. Asus' ScreenPad Plus also seems more useful than Apple's Touch Bar, since it's large enough to run apps and can be used for more than just keyboard shortcuts and controls.&#xa0;<div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"></div></div></div>There are a couple of ways you can use the second screen on the ZenBook Pro Duo: as a second display that can run apps separately from the primary screen or as an extension of the main screen. The first scenario seems to be the most useful, as I can imagine using the smaller ScreenPad Plus to keep an eye on my email and work chatroom while dedicating the laptop's entire screen to the projects I'm working on.Transferring apps between screens was also easy and didn't require much of a learning curve. When pressing and holding on a window on the main screen, a small toolbar pops up with icons for sending that window to the ScreenPad Plus or extending the primary display. All I had to do was simply drag the window to the corresponding symbol.&#xa0;The interface also has controls for snapping two or three windows alongside one another on the ScreenPad so that you can evenly divide the space amongst those apps, and a button for swapping the content being displayed on the two screens.&#xa0;During my time with the Pro Duo, I used the laptop in both of these ways, browsing websites in separate windows, or stretching the web browser across both displays. Regardless of whether or not the latter is the most practical way to use the Zenbook Pro Duo's second display, it still worked impressively well. The experience of scrolling through websites between the two screens was smooth and seamless, and I never noticed any stuttering or lag.&#xa0;Given its excessive screen real estate and hefty build, the Asus Zenbook Pro Duo is probably best for those who are seeking a laptop suitable for replacing their desktop PC. It weighs 5.51 pounds, making it heavier than the 4.02-pound 15-inch MacBook Pro and the 4.5-pound Dell XPS 15.&#xa0;Read more: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-new-tech-gadgets-samsung-galaxy-s10-airpods-2-2019-6">The 11 best new tech gadgets of 2019 so far</a>Because the second screen occupies a significant amount of space on the Pro Duo's keyboard deck, that also means Asus had to shift the keyboard down, leaving no room for a built-in palm rest. Presumably for this reason, the company includes a detachable palm rest in the box with the laptop as well as a stylus. During my brief time with the Pro Duo, I only had the chance to try the laptop while it was resting on a table. But I imagine using it in your lap in cramped settings, like on an airplane or while sitting in the audience at a conference, might take some getting used to considering the unusual keyboard placement.<div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"></div></div></div>The Asus ZenBook Pro Duo is yet another sign that electronics makers are thinking about what the next iteration of the gadgets we use today will look like. Like Asus, Intel is also experimenting with dual-screened laptops as evidenced by its recently unveiled Honeycomb Glacier concept - a different take on the dual-screen laptop that elevates its two displays above the keyboard. Back in 2017, Razer unveiled a concept called <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/razer-project-valerie-photo-video-2017-6">Project Valerie</a>, which packs three displays into a single laptop. A similar shift is starting to occur in the mobile space as well, with gadget makers <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/samsung-galaxy-fold-review-2019-4">like Samsung</a> and Huawei showing off foldable devices that offer much more screen space than traditional smartphones earlier this year.&#xa0;&#xa0;It's unclear if dual-screen devices like the Zenbook Pro Duo will prove to be a hit. Pricing has yet to be announced, but there's a good chance it could be noticeably pricier than Asus' standard ZenBooks. It's success depends on whether consumers are willing to pay a premium and embrace unconventional designs to get the benefit of a laptop that packs more screen space into a relatively portable form factor. 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<ul><li>2019 was a good year for advertising in the mobile space. </li><li>From Idea collaborating with Mallika Dua and creating an AR based campaign, to Flipkart using VR to leverage Amitabh Bachchan's brand presence, the year saw brands investing heavily on the mobile and interactive ads.</li><li>As it expands further this year, <keyword id="4747401" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="mCanvas">mCanvas</keyword> Ads compiled a list of the top 10 interactive ads from 2019 that have set precedent for the industry. </li></ul>2019 – the year when brands stopped at nothing to engage users through creative storytelling. From prompting them to jump, blink, tilt and experience the ad in augmented and virtual reality, we’ve seen it all. Of the hundreds of campaigns we executed this year, here are the top 10 interactive mobile ads of 2019, as compiled by mCanvas: 1. Idea 4G - #IndiaKaLiveNetwork | Video Chat Bot One of the biggest milestones in 2019 was the creation of a campaign that featured a first-of-its-kind Artificial Intelligence (AI) – led, interactive video chat bot for Idea 4G. Using AI and Machine Learning, the ad campaign enabled users to speak to Idea’s brand ambassador and comedian, Mallika Dua, who advised them against wrongful behaviour. 2. Mercedes–Benz GLC | Voice Recognition Technolog Premium car manufacturer, Mercedes–Benz, wanted to promote its most novel feature of the car – the Mercedes-Benz User Experience or MBUX, a smart multimedia system and in-car voice activated assistant. Using speech recognition technology, the rich-media ad encouraged users to actively participate by asking the creative questions, that could also be asked to the MBUX in the car. 3. Flipkart – The Big Billion Days Sale | Virtual Reality In keeping with the cultural traditions strongly upheld in India, Flipkart, the Indian e-commerce giant, promoted its yearly sale – The Big Billion Days Sale through an interactive ad that tied in the auspiciousness of the moon, with the theme ‘Deals Ka Chand’. Utilising virtual reality (VR) and sound recognition technology, the creative prompted users to find the moon to reveal exciting offers from the sale. Further, the ad experience was extended to a microsite, which could also be shared on social platforms, and was directly promoted by Flipkart. 4. ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo | Real-Time Eye-Blink Detection ASUS aimed to promote India’s first dual-screen laptop – the ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo, in a manner that would resonate well with users. In line with the brand’s objective, the innovative mobile campaign used technology of tomorrow, to promote a product of tomorrow – the ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo. Using eye-blink detection technology, the ad prompted users to blink to reveal the product. This experience was a first-of-its-kind in the rich-media industry, creating a user experience like no other. 5. Figaro – Women’s Day | Branded Sharable Selfie Figaro’s campaign to celebrate women’s day was an absolute hit among the audience. The ad encouraged users to take a selfie, enabling them to be the face of the brand. Thereafter, the brand gathered some of these selfies and shared a collage on their social media handles, wishing women a ‘Happy Women’s Day’. The experience was sharable, wherein women could also invite their friends to experience the creative. 6. Godrej Appliances – Go Green | Colour Recognition Technology For World Environment Day, Godrej Appliances launched their ‘Go Green’ initiative with a mobile-led ad to promote their range of eco-friendly air conditioners (ACs). The ad prompted users to scan and select green objects in an augmented reality (AR). Using colour recognition technology, the ad detected these objects and revealed the ACs that not only cool the users, but also efficaciously cools the planet. 7. L'Oréal Professionnel – Parisian Cool | Offline-to-Online Experience L'Oréal’s offline-to-online marketing strategy set it apart from other mobile-based ads we’ve seen this year. To create buzz around its new hair colour trend Parisian Cool, L'Oréal unveiled a campaign that first cued users to scan a unique QR code placed across 3,000 L’Oréal Professionnel salons in the country. Using their mobile phones, users could scan the code, which would direct them to the digital experience. Users were prompted to take a personality quiz on their mobile, based on which a hair colour was suggested. 8. Bajaj Allianz General Insurance | Real-time Weather API &amp; Augmented Reality Bajaj Allianz General Insurance unveiled a highly interactive mobile-led campaign to promote its insurance policies in light of the smog crisis that plagued northern India in late 2019. Using real-time weather API and AR, the ad dynamically showcased the respective city’s name and Air Quality Index, before revealing the insurance cover. This experience in its entirety, elevated the user’s interaction with the ad, providing the brand’s insurance cover as a solution. 9. Cadbury Dairy Milk Silk Hazelnuts | Smarticle Setting interactive ads aside, another aspect of building a strong brand reputation, is through storytelling. With the desire to create awareness about its newest addition to the Silk range – Turkish Hazelnuts, Cadbury, unveiled a storytelling – styled campaign on mobile. Using mCanvas’ proprietary content solution – Smarticle, the campaign encouraged users to scroll down and press and hold on the article to highlight the history of the chocolate as an interactive story. 10. Bira 91 – ICC World Cup | Real-time API Bira 91, one of the most popular beer brands in the country, also unveiled a dynamic ad to promote its six-pack beer during the largest cricketing event in the world - the ICC World Cup. Using real-time API technology, when a super six was scored, the ad dynamically featured the current score, along with an animation of a ball being hit for 6 out of the stadium. Alternatively, when a perfect delivery was made, the ad creative prompted users to tilt their phone forward, to take a wicket. 2019 has been a good year for advertising in the mobile space. And we’re working towards making it bigger and better in 2020!

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