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<ul><li>Lenovo has launched the LOQ 15 gaming laptop in India</li><li>The LOQ 15 gaming laptop is priced at ₹1,23,491 in the country.</li><li>Here’s our review of the <keyword id="21821904" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Lenovo-LOQ-15" source="Orion">Lenovo LOQ 15</keyword> to help you decide whether you should buy the device or not.</li></ul> Lenovo recently launched its latest gaming laptop series, the LOQ 15 in India in three variants. The laptops are equipped with the new HX series processors and up to RTX 4060 graphics. The LOQ 15 series includes the 15IRX9, 15IAX9I, and 15IAX9. The laptop I tested was the 15IRX9, which is the top offering in the lineup. The laptop looks similar to most standard laptops and comes with a slightly different lid design. I’ve been using the LOQ 15 15IRX9 gaming laptop with the Intel Core i7-14700HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics in the single Luna Grey colour for a few days now, and here is my detailed review of the latest gaming laptop from Lenovo. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Lenovo LOQ 15 price and availability" comment="subhead" text="Lenovo LOQ 15 price and availability"><keyword id="21821908" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Lenovo-LOQ-15-price" source="Orion">Lenovo LOQ 15 price</keyword> and availability</cmsannotation> The Lenovo LOQ 15 laptop is priced at ₹1,23,491 in India for the Intel Core i7-14700HX variant with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics. It comes in a single colour option – Luna Grey. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="In the box" comment="subhead" text="In the box">In the box</cmsannotation> <ul><li>Lenovo LOQ 15 laptop </li><li>Power adapter </li><li>Documentation</li></ul> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Lenovo LOQ 15 specifications" comment="subhead" text="Lenovo LOQ 15 specifications">Lenovo LOQ 15 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;">15.6-inch Full HD IPS </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;">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 i7-14700HX </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 4060 </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;">16GB LPDDR5 5600MHz </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;">1TB 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;">3 x USB Type-A, 1 x USB Type-C, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Ethernet, Headphone jack and power connector </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;">Dual speakers with Nahimic Audio </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;">60Wh </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;">2.38 kg </td></tr></tbody></table> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Lenovo LOQ 15 pros and cons" comment="subhead" text="Lenovo LOQ 15 pros and cons">Lenovo LOQ 15 pros and cons</cmsannotation> Pros <ul><li>Design </li><li>Price </li></ul>Cons <ul><li>Weight </li><li>Battery life </li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Lenovo LOQ 15 design" comment="subhead" text="Lenovo LOQ 15 design">Lenovo LOQ 15 design</cmsannotation> The Lenovo LOQ 15 is a sleek-looking laptop that skips out on flashy RGB lighting and comes with a minimalistic look. Unlike a lot of the gaming laptops available in the market, you do not have to worry about a flashy design or RGB lighting on the device and this can easily double up as a work laptop. <div type="image" title="Back" msid="110457375" hostid="261" sizebytes="28588" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The Lenovo LOQ 15&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The LOQ 15 comes with a smooth finish at the back with the Luna Grey colour. It has Lenovo branding on the side and LOQ branding in larger letters. Apart from this, it features a clean back. The LOQ 15 is on the heavier side, weighing 2.38 kg. In addition to this, it comes with a bulky 230W charger, which makes it slightly difficult to carry around every day. <div type="image" title="lid back" msid="110457420" hostid="261" sizebytes="32866" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Vents at the back&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The device comes with ample vents to dissipate the heat, at the back and the bottom. <div type="image" title="rear ports" msid="110457452" hostid="261" sizebytes="23058" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Ports at the back&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The device is equipped with ample ports. It comes with 2 x USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, an Ethernet port, an HDMI 2.1 port and the charging port at the back. <div type="image" title="Left ports" msid="110457499" hostid="261" sizebytes="25432" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Ports on the right side&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> On the right side, the laptop comes with a USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 port, a USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 port, a shutter to close the webcam and a 3.5mm audio jack. <div type="image" title="Keyboard" msid="110457544" hostid="261" sizebytes="111564" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Lenovo LOQ 15 keyboard&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Coming to the keyboard, Lenovo has used the available area to fit in the number pad, which is rare for a laptop. This is another aspect that makes it a good option for both work and gaming. The keys have a 1.5mm key travel and feel great to type on. The touchpad is also decent and I did not face any issues while using it. It comes with a large lid, that extends beyond the hinge, making it feel more durable and sturdier while opening and closing. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Display" comment="subhead" text="Display">Display</cmsannotation> The Lenovo LOQ 15 features a 15.6-inch Full HD IPS display that offers a 144Hz refresh rate and 300 nits brightness. The high refresh rate display makes it a great option for fans of fast-paced action games. <div type="image" title="Display" msid="110457579" hostid="261" sizebytes="129504" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Lenovo LOQ 15 display&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> I played several games on the device while testing it, the device managed to offer good visuals in each case. While a higher resolution display would have offered better visuals, the LOQ 15 can handle itself well. The display offers good colour accuracy and vibrant visuals. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Performance" comment="subhead" text="Performance">Performance</cmsannotation> The LOQ 15 is equipped with the Intel Core i7-14700HX processor coupled with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics. The laptop is available in a single variant with 16GB LPDDR5 5600 MHz RAM and a 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD. I tested the laptop with several games, including The Finals, Alan Wake 2 and Counter Strike 2. The laptop was able to handle these games without any issues while playing in medium settings. The laptop is equipped with a 60Wh battery, which is on the smaller side. Battery life is usually an issue with gaming laptops and the LOQ 15 also faces the same. You will find it difficult to use it for more than a couple of hours without plugging it in. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Verdict" comment="subhead" text="Verdict">Verdict</cmsannotation> The Lenovo LOQ 15 is a good option if you are looking for a pocket-friendly gaming laptop that offers decent performance and comes with a sturdy design. It features a good display and offers proper cooling, making gaming a good experience. At the same time, its weight and battery life make portability a concern. If you are unlikely to carry it with you or use it outdoors, you can easily consider the LOQ 15. 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>The <keyword id="21283783" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="HP-Envy-x360-14" source="keywords">HP Envy x360 14</keyword> laptop was recently launched in India.</li><li>The <keyword id="4561877" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="HP-Envy-x360" source="Orion">HP Envy x360</keyword> 14 laptop is priced at ₹1,07,999 in the country.</li><li>Here’s my review of the HP Envy 14 to help you decide whether you should buy the device or not.</li></ul> HP recently launched the Envy x360 14, the company’s latest convertible offering in India as part of the company’s Envy lineup. The device is aimed at professionals and comes in a compact form factor. The HP Envy x360 14 features a compact design and comes with a touch-enabled display. The convertible laptop is a good option for those looking for a laptop either for work or media consumption. I have been using the HP Envy x360 14 laptop with Intel Core Ultra 5 125U chipset for a few days now, and here is my detailed review of the latest lightweight laptop from HP. <h2>HP Envy x360 14 price and availability</h2>The HP Envy 14 is priced starting at ₹1,07,999. The device is available from Amazon India, HP online store and authorised retail stores across the country. The device comes in a single Atmospheric Blue colour option. In the box <ul><li>HP Envy x360 14 laptop </li><li>Power cable and adapter </li><li>Stylus </li><li>Documentation</li></ul><h2>HP Envy x360 14 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 </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;">14-inch 2.8K OLED </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;">120Hz </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 Ultra 5 125U </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;">Intel Integrated graphics </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;">16GB LPDDR5 6400 MHz </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;">512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 </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 Type-C, 2 X USB Typ-A, HDMI 2.1, Headphone jack </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;">Dual speakers </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;">59 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;">1.44 kg </td></tr></tbody></table> <h2>HP Envy x360 14 pros and cons</h2>Pros <ul><li>Lightweight design</li><li>Touch display </li></ul> Cons <ul><li>Battery life </li></ul><h2>HP Envy x360 14 design</h2>The HP Envy x360 14 is a lightweight laptop that comes with a compact form factor. The device features a minimalistic design while offering a convertible mode. You can switch between a laptop and a tablet. <div type="image" title="Top design" msid="111407279" hostid="261" sizebytes="40460" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;HP Envy x360 14&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The laptop comes in a single Blue colour option and features a sleek aluminium chassis that gives it a premium feel. The laptop’s 360-degree hinges are durable so you don’t have to worry about them. At the back, the device comes with a matte finish and features the company’s logo. Due to its finish, the laptop does attract fingerprints but they can be easily cleaned with a cloth. <div type="image" title="Thin design" msid="111407299" hostid="261" sizebytes="63036" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The HP Envy x360 14 comes with a thin design&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Thanks to the sleek design, the laptop weighs just 1.4 kg, allowing you to easily carry it around with you. There are ample vents at the bottom of the device to dissipate the heat. <div type="image" title="Left port" msid="111407318" hostid="261" sizebytes="45922" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Ports on the left side&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The device comes with a USB port, an HDMI port and two USB Type-C ports on the left side. <div type="image" title="Right port" msid="111407334" hostid="261" sizebytes="50080" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Ports on the right side&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> On the right side, the laptop features a USB Type-A port and a headphone jack. 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. <div type="image" title="Keyboard" msid="111407345" hostid="261" sizebytes="52412" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;HP Envy x360 14 keyboard&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> HP has equipped the laptop with a dedicated Microsoft Copilot and an emoji button. The touchpad is large and is responsive and easy to use. <h2>HP Envy x360 14 display</h2>Coming to the display, the laptop comes with a 14-inch 2.8K OLED multi-touch display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 0.2 ms response time and Corning Gorilla Glass protection. The panel has a resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels. <div type="image" title="Display" msid="111407358" hostid="261" sizebytes="47860" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;HP Envy x360 14 display&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The display features edge-to-edge glass and offers a 100% DCI-P3 Colour Gamut. It offers a peak brightness of up to 500 nits, which allows you to easily use it even if you are outdoors. The laptop is great for both content creators and consumption. The ability to convert the laptop, along with its high resolution, refresh rate and HDR support make it a good option for watching movies and shows. <h2>HP Envy x360 14 performance</h2>The laptop from HP is equipped with the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U processor coupled with 16GB LPPDR5 6400 MHz RAM and 512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD. It comes with Intel Integrated graphics. While it is able to handle multi-tasking with ease, you will not be able to run intensive games on the device as it lacks a dedicated graphics card. The laptop is equipped with a 59 Whr battery and offers a decent battery life considering that the battery capacity has been kept low to keep it thin. If you plan on using the device on the go, you need to keep in mind that the device offers a battery life of around 6 hours. <h2>Verdict</h2>The HP Envy x360 14 is a feature-packed laptop that ticks all the right boxes, including a lightweight design, good display and a powerful processor. If you are a professional looking for a laptop that can also be used to watch content on the go, this laptop from HP is a great option. 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/xiaomi-14-civi-review/articleshow/111116956.cms">Xiaomi 14 CIVI review – affordable flagship with premium cameras</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/alienware-x16-r2-review/articleshow/110879384.cms">Alienware x16 R2 review – powerful gaming laptop with a premium design</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>

HP Envy x360 14 review – feature-packed laptop with a sleek design

<ul><li>Noise has launched the <keyword id="21944894" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="NoiseFit-Origin-smartwatch" source="Orion">NoiseFit Origin smartwatch</keyword> in India.</li><li>The <keyword id="21944893" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="NoiseFit-Origin" source="Orion">NoiseFit Origin</keyword> is priced at ₹6,499 and comes in six colour options.</li><li>Here’s my review of the NoiseFit Origin smartwatch that will help you decide whether you should buy the smartwatch or not.</li></ul> Noise recently launched the NoiseFit Origin, the company’s latest smartwatch in India. The NoiseFit Origin is among the company’s premium offerings and is packed with features. The device, equipped with the company’s new chipset is aimed at offering a smoother user experience compared to the company’s other watches. In addition to a new processor, the smartwatch also comes with a new user interface, which the company has named Nebula UI. I have been using the NoiseFit Origin smartwatch for a few days now, and here is my detailed review of the smartwatch that will help you decide whether you should buy the smartwatch. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="NoiseFit Origin price and availability" comment="subhead" text="NoiseFit Origin price and availability"><keyword id="21944895" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="NoiseFit-Origin-price" source="Orion">NoiseFit Origin price</keyword> and availability</cmsannotation> The NoiseFit Origin smartwatch has been priced at ₹6,499 and is available in six colour options – Classic Black, Classic Brown, Jet Black, Midnight Black, Mosaic Blue and Silver Grey. The smartwatch is available from Amazon India, Flipkart, Noise online store and Croma stores across the country. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="In the box" comment="subhead" text="In the box">In the box</cmsannotation> <ul><li>NoiseFit Origin smartwatch</li><li>Charger</li><li>Documentation</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="NoiseFit Origin pros and cons" comment="subhead" text="NoiseFit Origin pros and cons">NoiseFit Origin pros and cons</cmsannotation> Pros <ul><li>Design</li><li>Bluetooth calling</li></ul>Cons <ul><li>The companion app needs some polishing</li></ul> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Design and display" comment="subhead" text="Design and display">Design and display</cmsannotation> The NoiseFit Origin smartwatch comes in six colour options, including two with leather straps and four with silicone straps. The watch that I tested was the Silver Grey colour variant with a Silicone strap. The NoiseFit Origin smartwatch features a circular crown with what the company has called a Contour cut design. The watch offers 3ATM water resistance, meaning you don’t have to worry about using it while it is raining. The watch comes with a stainless steel body and offers thin bezels, giving it a premium look. The metal build ensures that the watch is durable and you don’t have to worry. The watch comes with two buttons – a rotating crown on the top right side that is used to navigate the menus and a customisable button at the bottom right that can be set to perform whatever function you prefer, be it triggering a workout, performing a test or more. <div type="image" title="Band" msid="110945583" hostid="261" sizebytes="34384" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;NoiseFit Origin strap&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The silicone strap offered with the strap is good and felt comfortable during my usage. I did not experience any skin irritation during my use. Even if you have sensitive skin, you do not have to worry about irritation. At the back, the watch features a plastic case that houses all the sensors and the magnetic pins for the charger. The company has also used the back to highlight some of the features of the smartwatch. <div type="image" title="Display" msid="110945635" hostid="261" sizebytes="39172" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;NoiseFit Origin display&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Coming to the display, the NoiseFit Origin smartwatch features a 1.46-inch AMOLED display with a 466 x 466 resolution and a brightness of 600 nits. While the watch does not come with auto-brightness, it allows you to select from five brightness levels. The watch offers ample brightness so you don’t have to worry about visibility even in direct sunlight. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Features and performance" comment="subhead" text="Features and performance">Features and performance</cmsannotation> The NoiseFit Origin smartwatch is equipped with the company’s new EN1 processor that performs well. Unlike a lot of budget smartwatches, the NoiseFit Origin does not lag and feels smooth to use. The smartwatch runs on the company’s new Nebula UI, which feels good to use. The UI is well-designed and does not feel clunky. The notification centre does need some work as multiple notifications make it a bit tricky to use. <div type="image" title="Heart" msid="110945580" hostid="261" sizebytes="41060" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Heart rate tracking on the NoiseFit Origin&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The NoiseFit Origin smartwatch is equipped with advanced tracking sensors which offer 24/7 heart rate tracking, blood oxygen tracking, sleep monitoring, stress level monitoring and more. It offers over 100+ sports modes including cricket, swimming, functional strength training and even more. It also offers sedentary and water reminders to help you stay active and hydrated. During our testing, we found that the watch’s tracking capabilities were fine, with small deviations when compared to reliable devices such as a Garmin or a certified oximeter. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Battery life" comment="subhead" text="Battery life">Battery life</cmsannotation> Coming to battery life, the NoiseFit Origin offers a decent battery life. While it is claimed to offer a seven-day battery life, during my usage with some activity tracking, I was able to get around five days of usage. This is something that will vary, depending on the features that you have turned on and your usage. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Verdict" comment="subhead" text="Verdict">Verdict</cmsannotation> The NoiseFit Origin is a decent smartwatch that offers a lot of features in a well-designed package. The smartwatch is definitely the best Noise smartwatch I have used so far and can be considered among the best devices in its segment. If you are in the market for a smartwatch around ₹6,000, the NoiseFit Origin is worth considering. 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/alienware-x16-r2-review/articleshow/110879384.cms">Alienware x16 R2 review – powerful gaming laptop with a premium design</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/indian-smartwatch-shipments-remain-flat-in-q1-2024-the-year-expected-to-end-in-a-decline/articleshow/110789121.cms">Indian smartwatch shipments remain flat in Q1 2024, annual shipments expected to end in a decline</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>

NoiseFit Origin review – a well-designed smartwatch with a decent battery life

<ul><li>The <keyword id="21338994" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Vivo-V30e" source="keywords">Vivo V30e</keyword> is the latest mid-range smartphone from <keyword id="215177" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Vivo" source="Orion">Vivo</keyword> in India.</li><li>The device has been priced starting at ₹27,999 and is available in two variants.</li><li>Here’s my review of the Vivo V30e that will help you decide whether to buy the device or not.</li></ul>Vivo recently launched its latest mid-range smartphone in the V series, dubbed the<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/vivo-v30e-with-5500mah-battery-launched-in-india-starting-at-27999/articleshow/109781103.cms"> Vivo V30e</a>. This comes soon after the company launched the Vivo V30 and the<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/vivo-v30-pro-review/articleshow/108944431.cms"> V30 Pro</a> smartphones in India. The V30 series is the successor of the V29 series and comes with several updates. The Vivo V30e is the most affordable option in the V30 series and has been placed below the V30 and V30 Pro smartphones. The device is aimed at youngsters, with its sleek design and camera-centric approach. I have been using the Vivo V30e for a few days now, and here is my detailed review of the latest mid-range smartphone from the Chinese smartphone maker. <h2><keyword id="21360792" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Vivo-V30e-price" source="Orion">Vivo V30e price</keyword> and availability</h2>The Vivo V30e is priced at ₹27,999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB internal storage variant and ₹29,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB internal storage variant. It comes in Silk Blue and Velvet Red colour options and is available from Flipkart, Vivo online store and the company’s authorised retail stores across the country. <h3>In the box</h3><ul><li>Vivo V30e smartphone</li><li>Silicon case</li><li>Power adapter</li><li>USB Type-C cable</li><li>SIM ejector tool</li><li>Documentation</li></ul><h2>Vivo V30e 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 </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;">6.78-inch Full HD+ AMOLED </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;">120Hz </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;">NA </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 6 Gen 1 </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 8GB + 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 + 8MP </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;">5,500mAh </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;">44W </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;">NA </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;">188 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;">IP64 </td></tr></tbody></table> <h3>Pros and cons</h3>Pros <ul><li>Battery life</li><li>Design </li></ul>Cons <ul><li>Bloatware </li></ul><h2>Design and display</h2>The Vivo V30e comes with a revamped design, offering two options – a Velvet Red colour option that comes with a glass back and a Silk Blue colour option that offers a back panel with a plastic composite sheet. I tested the Velvet Red colour option. The Vivo V30e comes with a dual-tone finish, with one portion offering a matte finish and one portion offering a glossy finish. It is a dark shade of red, which at some angles offers a brownish shade. <div type="image" title="Back" msid="111385082" hostid="261" sizebytes="94532" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Vivo V30e rear design&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The glass back feels premium to hold and is a good option in this segment. The device does not attract any fingerprint smudges, making it possible to use it without a case. However, the device is a bit slippery, so I recommend using it with a case to ensure it does not slip out of your hand. The case provided by the company with the device does the job. <div type="image" title="Cam 2" msid="111385090" hostid="261" sizebytes="48974" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Vivo V30e camera module&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The V30e features a large circular camera module at the back that houses the dual camera setup. The camera module also includes the Aura Ring Light which is circular. The Vivo V30e comes with curved edges that allow you to hold the phone easily. The device is sleek and weighs just 188 grams for the Velvet Red variant and 179 grams for the Silk Blue variant. <div type="image" title="Right ports" msid="111385095" hostid="261" sizebytes="88152" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Vivo V30e right side&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The Vivo V30e features a plastic frame with volume rockers and the power button placed on the right. <div type="image" title="Bottom" msid="111385098" hostid="261" sizebytes="52786" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Vivo V30e bottom ports&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> At the top, you get 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 features a 6.78-inch Full HD+ curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1,300 nits peak brightness. <div type="image" title="Dis" msid="111385100" hostid="261" sizebytes="83754" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Vivo V30e display&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The display on the Vivo V30e is decent, offering good colour accuracy, high refresh rate and good brightness levels. You won’t face any issues, whether you are gaming or just browsing social media. <h2>Software and performance</h2>The Vivo V30e runs on Android 14 out of the box with the company’s Funtouch OS 14 on top. The device will get three years of Android updates and four years of security updates. The software support offered by the company is decent for this segment. The V30e has its fair share of bloatware. This includes applications like Amazon, Snapchat, PhonePe, Facebook, LinkedIn and more. While these applications can be uninstalled, the V-Appstore, which is the company’s own app store also sends notifications for app recommendations. In terms of performance, the Vivo V30e is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset coupled with 8GB LPDDR5X of RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage. While the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset is not a very powerful one, it offers decent performance in this segment. The device can handle multitasking easily. I played Call of Duty: Mobile on the device and it was able to handle the game smoothly, without any stutters. The smartphone is powered by a 5,500mAh battery with 44W fast charging support. The large battery ensures that you do not have to worry about running out of juice during the day. With regular usage, you can get up to two days of battery life out of the device. <h2>Camera</h2>The Vivo V30e comes with a dual camera setup at the back consisting of a 50MP primary camera with a Sony IMX882 sensor with OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with f/2.2 aperture. The rear camera setup supports 4K video recording. <div type="image" title="Camera" msid="111385103" hostid="261" sizebytes="57798" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Vivo V30e rear camera&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The primary camera offers decent images in daylight conditions, capturing good details with good colour reproduction and with minimal noise. It can focus on the subject quickly and capture images with good highlight retention. The smartphone offers good portrait images, with decent edge detection and background effects. While the Aura Light helps in capturing decent images even in low light conditions, the device sometimes takes a bit longer to capture the images. The device is equipped with a 50MP selfie camera, which captures good selfies in daylight and low-light conditions. The front camera also supports 4K video recording, making it a good option for content creators. <h2>Verdict</h2>The Vivo V30e is a decent smartphone that comes with a slightly different design, decent hardware and a large battery. Its sleek design and vibrant display make it a good option in this segment. At the same time, the sub-₹30,000 segment has become highly completive, with the launch of devices like the<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/poco-f6-with-snapdraon-8s-gen-3-chipset-launched-starting-at-29999/articleshow/110367623.cms"> Poco F6</a> and the<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/realme-gt-6t-with-snapdragon-7-gen-3-120w-charging-launched-starting-at-30999/articleshow/110328208.cms"> Realme GT 6T</a>, which offer better performance when compared to Vivo V30e. 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/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/mobile/news/vivo-v30-pro-review/articleshow/108944431.cms">Vivo V30 Pro review: premium cameras in the mid-range segment</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/oneplus-12-review/articleshow/108723955.cms">OnePlus 12 review: A feature-packed device with promising battery back-up</a>

Vivo V30e review – mid-range smartphone with a large battery and sleek design

<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="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="19940563" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="JioCinema" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="JioCinema" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="JioCinema">JioCinema</keyword> has announced a new annual ad-free premium plan for individuals.</li><li>The premium subscription plan has been priced at ₹299 per year.</li><li>Here’s everything you need to know about JioCinema’s new <keyword id="21835315" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="annual-subscription-plan" source="keywords">annual subscription plan</keyword>.</li></ul> Mukesh Ambani-owned streaming platform JioCinema has announced a new annual subscription plan, soon after announcing two <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/jiocinema-introduces-new-ad-free-premium-plans-starting-at-29/articleshow/109581033.cms">monthly premium plans</a>. The new annual premium subscription from the digital arm of <keyword id="19976121" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Viacom18" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Viacom18" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Viacom18">Viacom18</keyword> offers ad-free content in 4K. After announcing two monthly plans, JioCinema has now announced an annual plan for individual users. The company is yet to announce an annual plan for family users. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="JioCinema annual plan price" comment="subhead" text="JioCinema annual plan price"><keyword id="17566564" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="JioCinema-annual-plan" source="Orion">JioCinema annual plan</keyword> price</cmsannotation> The JioCinema annual plan is priced at ₹299 per year, which is significantly cheaper than the monthly plan which costs ₹678 per year. While it is priced at ₹29 for the first month, the renewal costs ₹59 per month. The ₹299 annual plan is currently available at a discounted price. After the first year, the plan will cost ₹599. It is currently being offered at a 50% discount as part of an introductory offer. On the other hand, the family plan costs ₹89 per month and there is no annual plan available yet for families. Do note that sports content, including the Indian Premier League (IPL), will continue to be free with Jio’s ad-supported tier. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="JioCinema premium plan features" comment="subhead" text="JioCinema premium plan features"><keyword id="17402458" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="JioCinema-premium-plan" source="Orion">JioCinema premium plan</keyword> features</cmsannotation> The JioCinema <keyword id="21803687" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="premium-plan" source="keywords">premium plan</keyword> offers access to all premium content on the platform without any ads, except sports and live content, which will continue to show ads. JioCinema has announced several partnerships over the last few months, including with HBO and Paramount. The company has said that in addition to English, content from international studios will be available in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Marathi and Bengali. Users who subscribe to either of the premium plans will also be able to download the content and watch it offline on their device. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Plans from rivals" comment="subhead" text="Plans from rivals">Plans from rivals</cmsannotation> JioCinema’s offerings are considerably cheaper when compared to plans offered by its rivals. Netflix offers a mobile-only subscription at ₹149 a month, while Prime Video has a subscription fee of ₹299 per month of ₹1,499 per year. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/awfis-space-solutions-ipo-allotment-how-to-check-allotment-gmp-listing-date-and-more/articleshow/110467409.cms">Awfis Space Solutions IPO allotment – How to check allotment, GMP, listing date and more</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-galaxy-f55-with-leather-back-launched-in-india-starting-at-26999/articleshow/110462026.cms">Samsung Galaxy F55 with leather back launched in India starting at ₹26,999</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>

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<keyword id="19907060" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Delhi-Capitals" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Delhi Capitals" meta.hostid="83" meta.entityid="Delhi Capitals">Delhi Capitals</keyword> coach <keyword id="19964285" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Ricky-Ponting" source="keywords">Ricky Ponting</keyword> has labelled <keyword id="19907058" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Rishabh-Pant" source="keywords">Rishabh Pant</keyword>'s roaring comeback to professional cricket after a major car accident as "nothing short of spectacular." The swashbuckling left-hander made 446 runs at an average of 40.54 and a strike-rate of 155.40 while claiming a joint-high 16 dismissals with the gloves during the most recent India Premier League season. "It's been nothing short of spectacular, to be honest. I spent a few months with him in the middle of the IPL last year, which was only sort of three or four months after his accident. And I had grave fears then that he would never play the game again. What he'd been through psychologically, but what he'd been through physically. At that stage, he still couldn't walk," Ponting told The ICC Review. "He was on crutches. And I remember saying to him, what do you think about next season? He just looked at me and said, don't worry, I'll be right. And he's looked after himself incredibly well. The Delhi Capitals franchise has done a great job looking after him. Patrick Farhart has been his physio. He's done a great job with him as well," the former Australia skipper added. While Pant's efforts with the bat were eye-catching, what saw him return to the Indian squad for the ICC Men's <keyword id="19921630" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="T20-World-Cup" source="keywords">T20 World Cup</keyword> 2024 was his quality keeping. Ponting admitted that the real concern around Pant was how he would handle the wicket-keeping load. "No one had real concerns about his batting, because of how good he is and how dynamic he is with the bat. But with his wicket-keeping, and having to squat every ball for 14 games in a row, there were certainly some concerns there," Ponting said. Pant finished the league stage of the IPL with 16 dismissals, the joint-most by any wicketkeeper in the season. On the back of his impressive showing behind and in front of the stumps, Pant was named in India's T20 World Cup squad, as predicted by Ponting. "I was asked when I was over there what I thought about him. He'd been picked in the Indian squad, and I basically said he'd be one of the first players picked, and sure enough he was," the Aussie legend said. "So, great to see him back out there playing again. I've enjoyed every moment of working with him. Obviously, he's been the captain of the Delhi Capitals, and I've been the coach there. But it's been a remarkable comeback, and hopefully he has a huge impact on this World Cup," the 49-year-old concluded. SEE ALSO:<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/awfis-space-solutions-ipo-allotment-how-to-check-allotment-gmp-listing-date-and-more/articleshow/110467409.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/awfis-space-solutions-ipo-allotment-how-to-check-allotment-gmp-listing-date-and-more/articleshow/110467409.cms" target="_blank">Awfis Space Solutions IPO allotment – How to check allotment, GMP, listing date and more</a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-galaxy-f55-with-leather-back-launched-in-india-starting-at-26999/articleshow/110462026.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-galaxy-f55-with-leather-back-launched-in-india-starting-at-26999/articleshow/110462026.cms" target="_blank">Samsung Galaxy F55 with leather back launched in India starting at ₹26,999</a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/lenovo-loq-15-review/articleshow/110456546.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/lenovo-loq-15-review/articleshow/110456546.cms" target="_blank">Lenovo LOQ 15 review – gaming laptop with a sturdy design</a>

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IT services major Tata Consultancy Services has entered into a partnership with the <keyword id="19895063" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="India" source="keywords">India</keyword>n Institute of Technology-Bombay, to develop what it said is India's first <keyword id="21836125" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="quantum-diamond-microchip-imager" source="keywords">quantum diamond microchip imager</keyword>. According to a statement from the IT services major on Tuesday, this to-be-developed sensing tool will hold the potential to unlock new levels of precision in the examination of <keyword id="20649044" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="semiconductor-chips" source="keywords">semiconductor chips</keyword>, reduce chip failures and improve the energy efficiency of electronic devices. Over the next two years, experts from <keyword id="19950203" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="TCS" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="TCS" meta.hostid="268" meta.entityid="TCS">TCS</keyword> will work with Dr Kasturi Saha, Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering of IIT-Bombay to develop the tool. Semiconductor chips are an essential component of all modern electronic devices. These chips act as the brain of devices across industries such as communications, computing, healthcare, military systems, transportation, clean energy, and what not. Professor Saha said, "By working together, we aim to transform various sectors, including electronics and healthcare, and propel India forward through ground-breaking technologies and products aligned with National Quantum Mission's Quantum Sensing and Metrology vertical." Dr Harrick Vin, Chief Technology Officer, TCS, noted that the Second Quantum Revolution is progressing at an unprecedented speed, making it imperative to pool resources and expertise to build cutting-edge capabilities in sensing, computing, and communication technologies. "We firmly believe this initiative will have a transformative impact on various industries and society, with applications ranging from electronics to healthcare, and beyond. By working together, we can drive innovation and create a brighter future for all," said the CTO. National Quantum Mission, an initiative of the central government, aims to position the nation as a global quantum technology leader. As semiconductors continue to shrink in size, traditional sensing methods lack the precision and capabilities to detect anomalies in the chips, TCS asserted. The to-be-developed Quantum Diamond Microchip Imager can image magnetic fields, enabling a non-invasive and non-destructive mapping of semiconductor chips, much like an MRI at a hospital. It uses the defects in a diamond's structure, known as Nitrogen-Vacancy (NV) centers, together with the other hardware and software for detecting and characterizing anomalies in semiconductor chips. The semiconductor industry in India is still in a nascent stage, with various local and multinational companies intending to tap its vast potential. Union Minister for Communications and Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, earlier this year said, that by the end of 2024, India would witness the launch of the first indigenous semiconductor chip. Currently, four semiconductor units -- three in Gujarat and one in Assam -- are in under construction stage. SEE ALSO:<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/awfis-space-solutions-ipo-allotment-how-to-check-allotment-gmp-listing-date-and-more/articleshow/110467409.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/awfis-space-solutions-ipo-allotment-how-to-check-allotment-gmp-listing-date-and-more/articleshow/110467409.cms" target="_blank">Awfis Space Solutions IPO allotment – How to check allotment, GMP, listing date and more</a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-galaxy-f55-with-leather-back-launched-in-india-starting-at-26999/articleshow/110462026.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-galaxy-f55-with-leather-back-launched-in-india-starting-at-26999/articleshow/110462026.cms" target="_blank">Samsung Galaxy F55 with leather back launched in India starting at ₹26,999</a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/lenovo-loq-15-review/articleshow/110456546.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/lenovo-loq-15-review/articleshow/110456546.cms" target="_blank">Lenovo LOQ 15 review – gaming laptop with a sturdy design</a>

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The <keyword id="19949639" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="rupee" source="keywords">rupee</keyword> appreciated by 3 <keyword id="20045456" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="paise" source="keywords">paise</keyword> to 83.10 against the <keyword id="19949640" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="US-dollar" source="keywords">US dollar</keyword> on Tuesday, tracking a positive trend in domestic equities and weakness of the American currency in the overseas market. <keyword id="20024982" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Forex-traders" source="keywords">Forex traders</keyword> rupee is likely to trade with a positive bias tracking a positive trend in domestic equities and expectations of fresh foreign inflows, however, a recovery in crude oil prices may cap a sharp upside. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the local unit opened at 83.14 and gained further ground to trade at 83.10 against the greenback, registering a gain of 3 paise from its previous closing level. On Monday, the rupee pared its initial gains and settled for the day lower by 3 paise at 83.13 against the US dollar. The opening for the rupee on Tuesday was flattish and the USD/INR pair should move within a narrow range of 83.00 to 83.20, said Anil Kumar Bhansali, Head of Treasury and Executive Director, Finrex Treasury Advisors LLP. Importers need to keep buying in dips, as the <keyword id="19899810" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Reserve-Bank-of-India" source="keywords">Reserve Bank of India</keyword> (RBI) may possibly not allow a big move downside for the pair, Bhansali added. Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading at 104.42, lower by 0.12 per cent. Brent crude futures, the global oil benchmark, advanced 0.24 per cent to USD 83.30 per barrel. Going ahead, "the performance of Indian equities is expected to be a significant driver for the rupee, especially as investors position themselves ahead of the Lok Sabha election results scheduled for June 4," said CR Forex Advisors MD Amit Pabari. Given these factors, the rupee is expected to appreciate to around 82.80-82.50 in the near term, with medium-term projections ranging between 82.20 and 82.00, Pabari added. On the domestic equity market, the 30-share BSE Sensex was trading 124.2 points, or 0.16 per cent higher at 75,514.70 points. The broader NSE Nifty rose 47.95 points or 0.21 per cent to 22,980.40 points in initial trade. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) were net sellers in the capital markets on Monday, as they offloaded shares worth Rs 541.22 crore, according to exchange data. SEE ALSO:<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/awfis-space-solutions-ipo-allotment-how-to-check-allotment-gmp-listing-date-and-more/articleshow/110467409.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/awfis-space-solutions-ipo-allotment-how-to-check-allotment-gmp-listing-date-and-more/articleshow/110467409.cms" target="_blank">Awfis Space Solutions IPO allotment – How to check allotment, GMP, listing date and more</a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-galaxy-f55-with-leather-back-launched-in-india-starting-at-26999/articleshow/110462026.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-galaxy-f55-with-leather-back-launched-in-india-starting-at-26999/articleshow/110462026.cms" target="_blank">Samsung Galaxy F55 with leather back launched in India starting at ₹26,999</a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/lenovo-loq-15-review/articleshow/110456546.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/lenovo-loq-15-review/articleshow/110456546.cms" target="_blank">Lenovo LOQ 15 review – gaming laptop with a sturdy design</a>

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<ul><li><keyword id="10591" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Samsung" source="Orion">Samsung</keyword> has launched the <keyword id="21824044" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Galaxy-F55" source="Orion">Galaxy F55</keyword> mid-range smartphone in India.</li><li>The Galaxy F55 is priced starting at ₹26,999 and comes in three variants.</li><li>Here’s everything you need to know about the latest mid-range smartphone from Samsung.</li></ul> Korean smartphone maker Samsung on Monday launched its latest mid-range smartphone in its Galaxy F series, the Galaxy F55 in India. The main highlight of the device is its vegan leather back, which will be available in two colour options. The Galaxy F55 features the same specifications as the Galaxy M55 and comes with some design changes. With companies like Motorola offering vegan leather devices in the mid-range segment, Samsung has also opted to use this finish. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Samsung Galaxy F55 price and availability" comment="subhead" text="Samsung Galaxy F55 price and availability"><keyword id="21583390" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Samsung-Galaxy-F55-price" source="Orion">Samsung Galaxy F55 price</keyword> and availability</cmsannotation> The Galaxy F55 is priced at ₹26,999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB internal storage variant, ₹29,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB internal storage variant and ₹32,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB internal storage variant. It comes in Apricot Crush and Raisin Black colour options and will go on sale starting from today on Flipkart and the Samsung online store. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Samsung Galaxy F55 specifications" comment="subhead" text="Samsung Galaxy F55 specifications"><keyword id="21595493" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Samsung-Galaxy-F55-specifications" source="Orion">Samsung Galaxy F55 specifications</keyword></cmsannotation> The <keyword id="21072354" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Samsung-Galaxy-F55" source="Orion">Samsung Galaxy F55</keyword> runs on Android 14 out of the box with the company’s One UI 6.1 on top. The device is promised to get four years of Android updates and five years of security updates. The Galaxy F55 features a 6.7-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. In terms of performance, the Galaxy F55 is equipped with the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset. It comes in three storage options – 8GB RAM with 128GB internal storage, 8GB RAM with 256GB internal storage and 12GB RAM with 256GB internal storage. Coming to the camera department, the Galaxy F55 features a triple camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary camera with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 2MP macro sensor. It sports a 50MP selfie camera for video calling. The Galaxy F55 is powered by a 5,000mAh battery with 45W charging support. It comes with an in-display fingerprint sensor and is IP67-rated for water and dust protection. SEE ALSO: <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/sports/webstories/ipl-2024-award-winners-orange-cap-to-emerging-player-of-the-season-here-are-the-winners/slidelist/110454525.cms">IPL 2024 award winners – Orange cap to emerging player of the season, here are the winners</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/webstories/poco-f6-vs-realme-gt-6t-which-mid-range-smartphone-should-you-buy/slidelist/110388110.cms">Poco F6 vs Realme GT 6T – which mid-range smartphone should you buy?</a>

Samsung Galaxy F55 with leather back launched in India starting at ₹26,999

Put through the wringer in the <keyword id="19906063" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="IPL" source="keywords">IPL</keyword>, can <keyword id="20752044" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="bowlers" source="keywords">bowlers</keyword> hope to breathe a bit easy in the <keyword id="19921630" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="T20-World-Cup" source="keywords">T20 World Cup</keyword> next month? The genesis of this question lies in the transformation that T20 batting underwent in the latest edition of the IPL. The 250-mark was breached only once in the league till this season, but teams went past that point eight times in the just-concluded edition. Many of the <keyword id="20570219" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="batters" source="keywords">batters</keyword> who led that revolution, such as Australian Travis Head and West Indian Andre Russell, will be seen in action in the ICC showpiece in the Americas next month. So, it's quite natural for fans to expect another batting waltz. But their approach cannot be as one-dimensional in the World Cup as it was in the IPL for a variety of reasons. To begin with, teams will not have the luxury of an Impact Player in the World Cup. So, they will have to be ready to switch to an attritional style of <keyword id="19919646" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="cricket" source="keywords">cricket</keyword> as and when the situation demands. Mitchell Starc underlined that point after playing a big role in guiding Kolkata Knight Riders to their third IPL title. "There is an Impact Player Rule here (in IPL) and not in the T20 World Cup. You are going to rely more on your all-rounders. You cannot put your batting all-rounder at No. 8, like you did in the IPL. "I don't think that you'll see these kind of high scores in the T20 World Cup, purely because there will be one batter less," said Starc. In the earlier part of the IPL, Chennai Super Kings used Shivam Dube, a pace bowling all-rounder, exclusively as a batter through the Impact Player rule, though he usually walked in at No. 4 or 5 in place of a bowler. Dube produced a couple of match-winning knocks against Royal Challengers Bengaluru and the Knight Riders. But in the World Cup, the left-hander will have to showcase his bowling skills too to get a slot in the eleven as vice-captain Hardik Pandya plays a similar role and remains the first-choice. Skipper Rohit Sharma has made that bit quite clear already. "I will be expecting if we need Shivam to ball a few overs, he will. Same with Hardik, he has come and bowled whenever needed. All-rounders must do that whatever their role is," he had said after the announcement of India's squad. However, that's just one part of the story. The batters will also have to negate pitches that will be very different from the ones they got used to in the IPL. "The West Indian pitches are no longer what they used to be in the '80s or in the '90s. They are now slower, and at times gripping," a veteran curator told PTI. "I am sure the bowlers, particularly spinners, will have much more say than in the IPL, especially from the second week of the tournament. "India have included four spinners in their squad. It was maybe because of the nature of the pitches in the <keyword id="19921633" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="West-Indies" source="keywords">West Indies</keyword>. Hence, I don't think we may see all those 250 totals there," he added. In the USA, only Florida has prior experience in hosting high-profile cricket matches. New York and Texas are bracing for their maiden foray into the sport Will that have an impact on the scoring rate? "Yeah! it can be as initially the teams might be looking to assess the pitch and other conditions. I think these drop-in pitches that are being used in some of these venues are more consistent than the natural pitches. So, we may see a few high scores in that round," he said. David Warner, who has immense experience in playing international and franchise cricket in the West Indies, concurred. "The pitches in the Caribbean being dry, the ball will get roughed up and it's going to spin. I don't think they're going to be as compact as they are here (in the IPL). The lacquer on the ball is staying longer (in IPL) and hence it's not getting chewed up and hence very little turn on offer. "I've played a lot of cricket over there and played in the CPL (Caribbean Premier League). The wickets tend to get lower and slower," Warner pointed out. The average run-rate in this IPL was a whopping 9.56, the highest ever in the history of the tournament, and the average score remained upwards of 180. The average first innings score in Hyderabad was in the vicinity of 230. However, the stadiums in the West Indian islands are cut from a different cloth as some statistics will reveal. The average T20 score in Antigua is a dawdling 123 and at Barbados it is 138. It is even bleaker in Guyana at 124, at 115 in Trinidad and at 118 in St. Vincent. Gros Islet tops the chart with a princely 139. By the look of things, the bowlers are set to be royalty in T20 at least for a month. 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Far from IPL, bowlers set to lord over batters in T20 World Cup

A deadly heat wave gripped large regions of Asia for weeks in April and May 2024. As temperatures climbed past 110 degrees Fahrenheit (43.3 Celsius) in India on May 7, campaigning politicians, local news announcers and voters waiting in long lines passed out from the oppressive heat. From as far north as Japan to as far south as the Philippines, the relentless heat wreaked havoc on everyday life. Students and teachers in Cambodia were sent home from school, as their hand-held fans provided little protection against the stifling heat and humidity in their poorly ventilated classrooms. Farmers in Thailand saw their crops wither and mourned the loss of livestock that perished under the punishing sun. Hundreds of people died from the heat. Most of the planet has suffered the dire effects of <keyword id="20563038" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="extreme-heat" source="keywords">extreme heat</keyword> in recent years. A weekslong heat wave in the southwestern United States in 2023 was described as "hell on earth" in Phoenix, where temperatures hit 110 F (43.3 C) or higher for 31 straight days. At the same time, Europe saw unprecedented high temperatures that killed hundreds and contributed to devastating wildfires in Greece. Regardless of where or when a heat wave strikes, one pattern is a constant: Older adults are the most likely to die from extreme heat, and this crisis will worsen in the coming years. We study <keyword id="19907392" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="climate-change" source="keywords">climate change</keyword> and population aging. Our research documents two global trends that together portend a dire future. More older adults will be at risk of heat stress First, temperatures are hotter than ever. The nine-year period from 2015 and 2023 had the highest average temperatures since global records began in 1880. Second, the population is aging worldwide. By 2050, the number of people ages 60 and older will double to nearly 2.1 billion, making up 21 per cent of the <keyword id="21055680" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="global-population" source="keywords">global population</keyword>. That proportion is 13 per cent today. These combined forces mean that ever-rising numbers of vulnerable older adults will be exposed to intensifying heat. To understand the risks ahead, we developed population projections for different age groups and combined them with climate change scenarios for the coming decades. Our analyses show that by 2050, more than 23 per cent of the world population ages 69 and older will be living in regions where peak temperatures routinely surpass 99.5 degrees F (37.5 degrees C), compared with just 14 per cent today. That means that as many as 250 million additional older adults will be exposed to dangerously high temperatures. Mapping the data shows that most of these older adults live in lower- and middle-income countries with insufficient services and limited access to electricity, cooling appliances and safe water. In historically cooler regions in the Global North, including North America and Europe, <keyword id="20707229" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="rising-temperatures" source="keywords">rising temperatures</keyword> will be the main force driving older adults' heat exposure. In historically hotter regions in the Global South such as Asia, Africa and South America, population growth and increases in longevity mean that steeply rising numbers of older adults will be exposed to intensifying heat-related risks. Policymakers, communities, families and older residents themselves need to understand these risks and be prepared because of older adults' special vulnerabilities to heat. Extreme heat is especially harmful to older adults High temperatures are oppressive for everyone, but for older adults they can be deadly. Extreme heat worsens common age-related health conditions such as heart, lung and kidney disease and can cause delirium. Older people don't sweat as much as younger people, which makes it harder for their bodies to cool down when temperatures spike. These problems are intensified by common prescription medications, such as anticholinergics, which further reduce the capacity to sweat. Spending time outdoors in hot humid weather can cause dehydration, a problem worsened by the side effects of prescription medications such as diuretics and beta-blockers. Dehydration can make older adults weak and dizzy, increasing their risk of falls and injury. These threats are even worse in regions lacking access to safe and affordable drinking water. Poor air quality makes it difficult to breath, especially for those who already have lung problems such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD. For older adults with physical health problems, temperatures as low as 80 F (26.7 C) can pose significant danger. And when humidity is as high as 90 per cent, even 78 F (25.6 C) can be hazardous to older adults. Nighttime heat is especially harmful for older adults whose homes lack air conditioning or who can't afford to run their air conditioners for long periods. The ideal temperature for older adults' restful sleep is between 68 and 77 F (20 and 25 C), and sleep quality diminishes as temperatures rise. A night of restless sleep can make an older adult more depressed and confused during their waking hours. Medications also can lose their effectiveness if stored in places much warmer than 77 F (25 C). Older adults also may suffer emotionally during stifling <keyword id="20472420" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="heat-waves" source="keywords">heat waves</keyword> Being stuck indoors when temperatures are unbearable can make older adults bored, depressed and isolated. People with cognitive impairments may underestimate the dangers of extreme heat or may not understand the heat advisories. Those who have physical mobility limitations or lack access to transportation can't easily travel to public cooling centers - if there is one nearby - or find relief in nearby "green and blue areas," such as parks and lakes. These threats are especially dire in low- and middle-income nations, where older adults are more likely to live in substandard housing and lack access to high-quality health care or ways to cool down in the heat. We talk about this as "systemic cooling poverty." What can be done? Policymakers can work to cut greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels in vehicles, power plants and factories, which drive global warming, and develop effective plans to protect older people from heat risk. Older adults and their caregivers also can take steps to adapt. But efforts to help need to be tailored to each region and population. Wealthy municipalities can increase public investments in early warning systems and ride services to cooling centers and hospitals. They can use geographic information systems to identify neighborhoods with high concentrations of older adults and expand power grids to manage increasing demand for air conditioning. In regions with substandard housing, limited access to clean water and few public supports such as cooling centers, much larger changes are necessary. Providing better health care, water and housing and reducing air pollution that can mitigate health problems during heat waves require significant changes and investments many countries struggle to afford. The World Health Organization and Pan American Health Organization warn that this decade will be critical for preparing communities to handle rising heat and the risk to aging populations. Across all regions, researchers, practitioners and policymakers could save lives by heeding their call. 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