<ul><li>Karcher recently launched the <keyword id="21063972" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Karcher-AF-30-air-purifier" source="Orion">Karcher AF 30 Air Purifier</keyword> in India.</li><li>The <keyword id="21063975" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Karcher-AF-30" source="Orion">Karcher AF 30</keyword> comes in a single variant and is priced at ₹23,880.</li><li>Here’s my review of the Karcer AF 30 that will help you decide whether to buy the device or not.</li></ul> Air pollution has become a huge concern in India, with the country emerging as one of the most polluted countries in the world. A report by IQAir, a Swiss air quality monitoring body ranked India as the third most polluted country in 2023. With concerns about pollution and health on the rise, many are turning to air purifiers to improve the air quality in their homes. German smart home products company Karcher has launched the AF 30 Air Purifier in the country to help reduce air pollution in homes. I have been testing the Karcher AF 30 Air Purifier for a few weeks now and here is my detailed review of the device, to help you decide if you should buy this air purifier for your home. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Karcher AF 30 price in India" comment="subhead" text="Karcher AF 30 price in India"><keyword id="21063976" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Karcher-AF-30-price" source="Orion">Karcher AF 30 price</keyword> in India</cmsannotation> The Karcher AF 30 is currently priced at ₹23,880 and is available from Amazon India and the Karcher India<a href="https://shopkarcherindia.com/air-purifier-af-30.html"> website</a>. Pros <ul><li>Reliable performance </li><li>Noiseless purification </li></ul>Cons <ul><li>Lacks app support </li><li>Design </li></ul> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Design" comment="subhead" text="Design">Design</cmsannotation> The Karcher AF 30 Air Purifier is built keeping performance in mind and you don’t get a really fancy design. The air purifier comes with a boxy design with inlets on two sides and the clean air is thrown out from the top. <div type="image" title="photo_2024-03-23_16-27-13" msid="108732765" hostid="261" sizebytes="12234" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The air purifier during high levels of pollution&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> At the front, you get a small display that shows you key metrics such as the pollution levels, temperature, humidity, fan speed, filter life and more. Below that, you get the Karcher branding. At the back, you get a sticker that reveals some key information about the device, including its wattage. <div type="image" title="Top" msid="108732793" hostid="261" sizebytes="19910" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The air outlet and buttons on top&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> At the top, you get a cutout for fresh air. You also get buttons to control the device, including the power button, fan speed button, night mode button, lock button and more. The buttons are responsive and work properly when you tap them. The minimalist control panel on the top allows for easy operation, as you don’t have to worry about pressing the wrong button. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Features and performance" comment="subhead" text="Features and performance">Features and performance</cmsannotation> The Karcher AF 30 Air Purifier is suitable for medium-sized rooms up to 60 square metres. Do note that it does not offer any connectivity feature, meaning you cannot track its performance from your phone or control it with smart home devices. It comes with the H13 filtration system which is capable of capturing up to 99.95% of particles as small as 0.3 µm. The device includes an activated carbon filter, which helps to remove unpleasant odours and other compounds from the air. It is also equipped with a pre-filter that captures larger particles and extends the life of the H13 filter. <div type="image" title="Side" msid="108732885" hostid="261" sizebytes="44918" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The inlet system on the side&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> It features a dual air inlet system that allows it to take in air from two sides, which ensures higher air purification in a shorter amount of time. You can choose from multiple fan speed settings to customise the purification process as it offers five different fan speeds. The Karcher AF 30 Air Purifier is highly effective in removing allergens, fine dust, and other harmful particles from the air. It comes with an intelligent air quality sensor, which continuously monitors the ambient air and adjusts the purification level accordingly. It uses a laser sensor that allows it to efficiently manage the fan speed while being used in auto mode. It comes with a night mode that reduces the noise level and dims the display, ensuring that your sleep is not affected. If you have kids, you can enable the child safety lock feature that prevents accidental changes to the settings. Like most devices out there, it comes with a timer function that allows you to set the air purifier to run for a specific amount of time. The company has claimed that the filter has a service life of around a year. However, this could increase or decrease based on your usage and pollution levels in your home. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Verdict" comment="subhead" text="Verdict">Verdict</cmsannotation> The Karcher AF 30 is a good option if you are looking for a reliable air purifier for your home at an affordable price. While it is able to clean the air efficiently and quickly, it misses out on a few things such as design and connectivity options. If you do not mind not being able to control the device with your phone, the Karcher AF 30 is worth considering. 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<ul><li><keyword id="113675" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="nvidia" source="Orion">Nvidia</keyword>, a tech giant with a market cap of $1 trillion, is founded or co-founded by CEO <keyword id="12503810" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="jensen-huang" source="Orion">Jensen Huang</keyword>.</li><li>Nvidia almost went bankrupt in its early days, but its GPUs revolutionized the computer gaming industry.</li><li>Jensen Huang is a visionary leader who has helped Nvidia become a major player in the tech industry.</li></ul>Nvidia, a company with a history spanning three decades, recently joined the league of tech giants such as Apple, Google, and Microsoft, after its market capitalization surpassed $1 trillion. This surge in valuation is a direct result of the growing trend among various tech companies, both large and small, to incorporate generative artificial intelligence tools into their products. Amidst this wave, Nvidia's incredible success stood out, with its CEO, Jensen Huang, becoming a prominent figure at the company's Computex 2023 exhibition. Huang's journey from working overnight shifts at a restaurant to becoming a driving force behind Nvidia's transformation is inspiring. Here are seven unknown facts about Jensen Huang. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Biker jackets" comment="subhead" text="Biker jackets">Biker jackets</cmsannotation> Nvidia's chief, inspired by <keyword id="6357934" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="steve-jobs" source="Orion">Steve Jobs</keyword>, has adopted a distinctive dressing style that includes wearing a black leather biker jacket during keynotes. This iconic attire became a consistent part of his wardrobe for over a decade, impressing stakeholders. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Huang and Nvidia share birthdays" comment="subhead" text="Huang and Nvidia share birthdays">Huang and Nvidia share birthdays</cmsannotation> Jensen Huang, along with Curtis Priem and Chris Malachowsky, founded their firm on his 30th birthday, which falls on April 5. The startup received support from Silicon Valley's Sequoia Capital. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Nvidia almost went bankrupt" comment="subhead" text="Nvidia almost went bankrupt">Nvidia almost went bankrupt</cmsannotation> Nvidia was established in 1993. Its first chip, the NV1, released in 1995 was a failure that cost them $10 million. Within two years of existence, the company had to downsize, and let go of half its 80 employees. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Nvidia's first hit" comment="subhead" text="Nvidia's first hit">Nvidia's first hit</cmsannotation> Nvidia's success came from developing specialized chips that revolutionized motion graphics in computer games. These chips, now known as GPUs (Graphics Processing Units), became a standard component in computer gaming, powering immersive graphics experiences. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Empowers the gaming sector" comment="subhead" text="Empowers the gaming sector">Empowers the gaming sector</cmsannotation> Nvidia's GPUs established a dominant presence in the gaming industry, fueling numerous globally acclaimed video games. The GeForce suite, Nvidia's line of graphics processing units, serves a massive user base of 200 million gamers, solidifying its position as the most widely utilized GPU brand in the gaming sector. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Major player in self-driving car technology" comment="subhead" text="Major player in self-driving car technology">Major player in self-driving car technology</cmsannotation> Nvidia's Drive PX platform plays a crucial role in enabling car manufacturers to develop autonomous vehicles. Prominent among these manufacturers is Tesla Inc., a leading company in the autonomous driving industry. Tesla embraced Nvidia's Drive PX 2 open AI platform to power its cutting-edge autonomous car technology. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Huang &amp; philanthropy" comment="subhead" text="Huang &amp; philanthropy">Huang &amp; philanthropy</cmsannotation> Huang is also widely recognized for his philanthropic endeavours. One such act is a $30 million donation to <keyword id="101399" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="stanford-university" source="Orion">Stanford University</keyword>, which led to the establishment of the Jen-Hsun Huang School of Engineering Center. This center, located within Stanford's Science and Engineering Quad is one its prominent buildings. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/asus-rog-strix-scar-17-2023-review/articleshow/100695278.cms">Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 2023 review</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/samsung-galaxy-a34-5g-review-a-mid-range-marvel/articleshow/100564038.cms">Samsung Galaxy A34 5G review: A Mid-range marvel</a>

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<ul><li><keyword id="6355629" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="google" source="Orion">Google</keyword> has announced a new data deletion policy for its applications.</li><li>As part of the new policy, developers will be required to provide an option to users to easily delete their account and data.</li><li>Here’s everything you need to know about Google’s new data deletion policy.</li></ul>Google has taken many steps to boost user privacy and data security, including a data privacy section on the app store that requires applications to provide users with information about the data collected by applications. Google has now taken a step that will make it easier for users to delete their accounts on applications. Google, in its<a href="https://android-developers.googleblog.com/2023/04/giving-people-more-control-over-their-data.html"> blog post</a>, has announced a new data deletion policy for users. It aims to offer users more clarity and control over their in-app data. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Apps to enable easier account deletion" comment="subhead" text="Apps to enable easier account deletion">Apps to enable easier account deletion</cmsannotation> The new policy is aimed at applications that require or allow users to create an account on the app. Developers will now be required to provide an option to initiate account and data deletion by the user, from within the app and online using a website. This means it will become easier for users to delete their account and app data without contacting the developer several times. The requirement for developers to also offer a website for data deletion means that you won’t even have to reinstall the application to have your account and data deleted. Developers will have to add a “Data deletion” section in the Play Store listing, offering “account deletion” and “account cleanup” options. Google has offered developers until December 7, 2023, to comply with the new policy. Developers will be able to apply for an extension till May 31, 2024, to comply. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Users to get an option to delete data or account" comment="subhead" text="Users to get an option to delete data or account">Users to get an option to delete data or account</cmsannotation> While you may want to delete your data, you may still want to retain your account. As part of the new policy, users can either delete their account and associated data, or just the user data. By doing this, they will secure their data without having to go through the hassle of creating a new account next time. Developers that are required to retain certain data for fraud prevention or regulatory compliance will have to disclose such data retention policies. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/news/ipl-2023-to-drive-fantasy-sports-companies-to-2900-3100-crore-revenue/articleshow/99285556.cms">IPL 2023 to drive fantasy sports companies to ₹2,900-3,100 crore revenue, fueled by Tier-2 cities and exciting prizes</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/9-out-10-tvs-sold-in-india-in-2022-were-smart-tvs-and-nearly-all-of-these-tvs-are-assembled-locally/articleshow/99262205.cms">9 out 10 TVs sold in India in 2022 were smart TVs, and nearly all of these TVs are assembled locally</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/asus-rog-zephyrus-duo-16-review-a-powerful-gaming-laptop-with-a-unique-design-and-a-premium-price-tag/articleshow/99055543.cms">Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 review: a powerful gaming laptop with a unique design and a premium price tag</a>

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Chinese short-form video making app <keyword id="6762469" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="tiktok" source="Orion">TikTok</keyword> has quietly added a 'video-scrubbing thumbnail' feature to its platform that allows users to easily find a specific part of a longer video. This feature was first spotted by social media consultant Matt Navarra, reports TechCrunch. As the feature starts to roll out this week, it might not be available for every user. It seems that the video-scrubbing thumbnails are currently only available for newer uploads, as they are not appearing on older videos. Since the platform rolled out the feature for users to upload 10-minute videos up last year, it has been working to improve the viewing experience for the users, the report said. Meanwhile, last month, the platform announced that it had expanded its 'audience controls' feature to allow creators to restrict their short-form videos to adult viewers. According to the company, the platform always had strict policies prohibiting nudity, sexual activity and sexually explicit content, and "over 40,000 dedicated trust and safety professionals work to develop and enforce these policies and build processes and technologies to detect, remove or restrict violative content at scale." SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/after-iphone-14-android-phones-will-soon-support-satellite-messaging-starting-with-qualcomms-snapdragon-8-gen-2-chip/articleshow/96756368.cms">After iPhone 14, Android phones will soon support satellite messaging, starting with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/asus-rog-launches-its-2023-gaming-laptops-with-improved-nebula-display-and-cooling-to-enhance-your-gaming-experience/articleshow/96731762.cms">Asus ROG launches its 2023 gaming laptops with improved Nebula display and cooling to enhance your gaming experience</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/dell-showcases-concept-nyx-game-controller-that-may-replace-all-controllers-in-the-future/articleshow/96713736.cms">Dell showcases Concept Nyx Game Controller that may replace all controllers in the future</a>

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Former India cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni-backed drone maker <keyword id="4610420" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="garuda-aerospace" source="Orion">Garuda Aerospace</keyword> has launched its first-ever film 'Kheton Ke Kaptan', aimed at encouraging youth and farmers to lead in their respective farms. Conceptualized by <keyword id="172047" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="garuda" source="Orion">Garuda</keyword> Aerospace's and jointly produced with Dhoni Entertainment Private Limited, the film 'Kheton Ke Kaptan' illustrates the need of farmers in their daily lives and how Garuda drones can help farmers with pesticide spraying, surveillance, and mapping while saving water and time. <keyword id="4185130" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="cricketer-dhoni" source="Orion">Cricketer Dhoni</keyword> is an ambassador-cum-investor in the low-cost drone manufacturer. Besides providing drone training, subsidies and loans to procure drones will also be provided to youth and farmers. "Farmers are the heroes of our nation and we at Garuda Aerospace have been committed to designing drones that help farmers spray pesticides altogether and make their lives easier <keyword id="10138" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="mahendra-singh-dhoni" source="Orion">Mahendra Singh Dhoni</keyword>, the brand ambassador of Garuda Aerospace and former Captain of the Indian Cricket team salutes the farmers as they are the future," said, Agnishwar Jayaprakash, Founder and CEO, Garuda Aerospace, told ANI. "The brand film Kheton Ke Kaptan highlights how farmers can enhance their quality of living and farming by using <keyword id="15965285" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="garuda-kisan-drones" source="Orion">Garuda Kisan Drones</keyword>," Jayaprakash added. Notably, Garuda Aerospace recently became the first-ever drone company to get dual DGCA approvals for both drone manufacturing type certificate and RTPO. Starting in 2015, the company has already made a significant mark on the drone industry with the Drone-As-A-Software aggregator. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/nadella-advocates-using-tech-to-drive-inclusivity-and-making-a-difference-says-microsoft-very-committed-to-india/articleshow/96730670.cms">Nadella advocates using tech to drive inclusivity and 'making a difference', says Microsoft 'very committed' to India</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/asus-rog-launches-its-2023-gaming-laptops-with-improved-nebula-display-and-cooling-to-enhance-your-gaming-experience/articleshow/96731762.cms">Asus ROG launches its 2023 gaming laptops with improved Nebula display and cooling to enhance your gaming experience</a>

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<ul><li>Xiaomi recently introduced the Xiaomi 14 series in India</li><li>Xiaomi 14 features a much-talked-about Leica camera setup</li><li>The smartphone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 </li></ul>Xiaomi surprised everyone in the market when they simultaneously introduced both the 14 &amp; 14 Ultra in India, breaking away from the norm. Up until now, we have always seen only one of the Xiaomi flagship number series devices showing up in India. Last year it was just the 13 Pro and not the 13 Ultra. This was a long time coming, considering brands like Vivo, with their X100 &amp; X100 Pro, have already made this move. While this isn’t a comparison piece between any smartphone brand or device, I can safely say this is the best time to be a smartphone enthusiast in India — more competition, more options! While the 14 Ultra is yet to be seeded to us for review, the Xiaomi 14 has been my daily driver for close to 2 weeks now. Sharing the same chipset and optical DNA with its elder sibling, this device is the closest I have gotten to a compact, efficient, and mighty powerful smartphone, apart from the commendable camera specifications. But like anything, it’s not perfect. where does it lack? And what makes it special, I tell you in my detailed review. Price and availability Xiaomi 14 is available only in one specification, 16GB RAM and 512GB of internal storage. It is priced at ₹69,999 and is available on Amazon, Flipkart and Xiaomi’s official website. It is also available on select offline stores. Design and build <div type="image" title="The compact form factor makes the device easy to hold." msid="108468249" hostid="261" sizebytes="43320" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The compact form factor makes the device easy to hold.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Xiaomi 14 swims against the current in terms of size. Unlike the usual flagship screen size of 6.7-inches or above the 14 sticks to a modest 6.3-inches. Some people might dub it compact, but I think it's well-balanced. Yes, a bigger display is generally favourable for watching content, but it also comes with a bigger form factor. Something many users including myself can’t enjoy for long. This is also one of the reasons why my primary SIM is in the iPhone 15 Pro, that size is perfect to carry around everywhere. <div type="image" title="The camera module houses Leica triple camera set-up." msid="108468294" hostid="261" sizebytes="36548" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The camera module houses Leica triple camera set-up.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Xiaomi 14’s size gave me the confidence to use my primary SIM in it, something I haven’t done in a while. And of course, you do get other benefits attached to a compact smartphone, like lighter weight. So far in my testing and living with the device I haven’t felt the need for a bigger display, because for me these benefits outweigh any other aspect. Xiaomi has done a good job by combining this form factor with a stellar build quality. The device, although compact, feels like a tank, with a really impressive combination of materials put together. Sporting an aluminium frame, it is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus upfront and comes with a silicone or glass back. I have the black variant with me, which has a silicone back with a matte finish, it looks good but can register smudges. On the back, we also have a fairly big camera module housing the Leica triple camera set-up. The housing unit is square, similar to what we saw on the 13 Pro, unlike what we see on the 14 Ultra. It is protruding but doesn’t wobble much especially once you put in a case. Volume rockers and the power button on the right edge are placed neatly. And since the size is favorable it's easy to reach the buttons with one hand. At the bottom, you have the SIM card tray that can house 2 nano SIMs and a downward-facing speaker grill. It also supports IP68 dust and water resistant rating, so yes you are secure in that aspect as well. Overall, Xiaomi 14’s design will grow on you and has a solid potential to become your preferred form factor over a period of time. Display, audio and viewing experience <div type="image" title="The flat screen makes the Xiaomi 14 a delight to type on." msid="108468359" hostid="261" sizebytes="44960" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The flat screen makes the Xiaomi 14 a delight to type on. &amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> In 2023, curved displays dominated the tech scene, but the industry is now making a shift back to flat-screen displays, especially in flagship devices like the S24 Ultra. The 14 series embraces both trends, offering a flat display on the 14 model and a curved screen on the 14 Ultra. I prefer a flat display for its typing convenience, and the 14 meets that preference perfectly with its ideal size, sharp display, and highly responsive feedback. The Xiaomi 14 comes with a 6.3-inch LTPO OLED display boasting a resolution of 1200 x 2670 pixels. The bezels are virtually nonexistent, presenting a stunning visual experience. Xiaomi emphasized that this display isn't just for content consumption but also for viewing photos. With 3000 nits of peak brightness, the display remains clear and visible in varying lighting conditions, be it Delhi's varying visibility range or Mumbai’s unpredictable weather. The auto-brightness feature on the 14 works exceptionally well, adapting to changes in ambient light effectively. The display supports Dolby Vision, enhancing both video and audio output noticeably. The high-definition content compatibility allows a satisfying viewing experience, and the device's audio setup matches its stature, featuring a dual speaker system that can reach impressive volumes. The responsive display, especially during typing, is an underrated but notable feature. The default keyboard is precise and responsive, adding to the overall user experience. With a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz and support for adaptive refresh rate, the display smoothly transitions between different tasks, ensuring a lag-free experience. The in-display fingerprint sensor, though optical and therefore slightly delayed compared to ultrasonic sensors, offers an additional security option. Face unlock, on the other hand, provides instant and mostly accurate access. Before concluding this section, I have to address the buzz around the screen size here. Yes, it is a 6.3-inch screen and it might not be the best size for some. I personally didn’t find myself complaining about the size while watching content, but if you read a lot from your smartphone then you will not be a fan of this device. Another aspect is if you are an avid gamer, yes you will adapt to the size overall, but a bigger surface area ensures more room to set up your controls. For me, these are not deal breakers, but for some of you, it might be! Software and performance <div type="image" title="Xiaomi 14 combines Hyper OS with Android 14." msid="108468403" hostid="261" sizebytes="41432" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Xiaomi 14 combines Hyper OS with Android 14.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Out of the box, the Xiaomi 14 is equipped with Android 14, coupled with the all-new Hyper OS. Although currently more of an aesthetic overhaul, Xiaomi has ambitious plans to build an ecosystem around this software, with the EV SU7 already operating on the same OS, promising an exciting future. Aesthetically, the user interface (UI) bears a resemblance to typical MiUi, with some distinctions, particularly in widget design. However, it still carries some bloatware, albeit offering a smoother experience overall. In terms of usability, the Hyper OS on the Xiaomi 14 proves to be remarkably stable and devoid of bugs. As expected from a flagship device, there are no intrusive pre-loaded apps that might compromise the user experience. The UI is clean, visually pleasing, and easily customizable. The impressive display of the Xiaomi 14 enhances the visual appeal of legacy features like theme access, wallpapers, and customization options. One standout feature is the game turbo, offering stability and instant functionality. It provides options for screen recording, screenshot capture, and custom profiles, making the Xiaomi 14 a delightful choice for gaming enthusiasts. While there are some notable areas for improvement, such as the floating windows feature that allows users to pin windows on the screen, it generally functions well across various applications. The integration of AI is significant this year, with Samsung introducing Galaxy AI features in the S24 lineup. While not a deal-breaker, there is anticipation for future enhancements, especially with Hyper OS in the equation. Regarding updates, Xiaomi commits to a respectable 4 years of Android updates and 5 years of security updates. Although generous, it falls short when compared to Samsung Galaxy S24's promise of 7 years on both fronts. The Xiaomi 14 is fueled by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, marking my second encounter with this processor within the past two months. Having previously tested it on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, and now on the 14, I continue to be impressed by its seamless integration with diverse hardware. The performance of the Xiaomi 14 is predictably rapid, evident in favourable benchmark results. A Geekbench 6 test yielded a single-core score of 2153 and a multi-core score of 6455. While the average user may not immediately discern the performance disparities, I noticed reduced throttling and heat generation during my extensive use. Playing COD: Mobile every day showcased the device's stability, maintaining optimal graphics with no frame drops or surprises. The combination of robust performance and the previously mentioned game turbo in the software section underscored the smartphone's commendable gaming capabilities. <div type="image" title="Hyper OS follows a minimalistic design." msid="108468600" hostid="261" sizebytes="42352" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Variable focal lengths with Leica lenses add to the experience. &amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> In India, the single configuration offering of 512GB internal storage and 16GB RAM might seem excessive for most users, but those consistently working with heavy formats like 4K or 8K videos may even find the storage capacity falling short. So, this is a welcome improvement compared to the 256GB internal storage of the previous year's 13 Pro. The RAM effortlessly handles all tasks, eliminating the need for fusion memory. The 4610 mAh battery has proven resilient during a week of testing, providing an average screen-on time of 6 hours, even with a weekend filled with continuous content consumption, social media usage, and calls. This surpasses the performance of the Galaxy S24, a device known for its impressive battery life. The 120W charger efficiently replenishes the battery from 0-100% in about 40 minutes, without causing undue heat. Additionally, the Xiaomi 14 supports 50W of wireless charging, although the wired option proves to be quicker. Camera, a star highlight? <div type="image" title="Variable focal lengths with Leica lenses add to the experience." msid="108468618" hostid="261" sizebytes="37076" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Variable focal lengths with Leica lenses add to the experience. &amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Xiaomi 14’s camera set-up has completely been swapped and upgraded over its predecessor. We now have a 50MP primary camera paired with a 50MP telephoto sensor and a 50MP ultra-wide sensor. The novel OmniVision OVX9000 sensor for the primary camera is a first-time inclusion. Significantly larger, Xiaomi aptly names it Light Fusion 900. Xiaomi has assured users that the Xiaomi Imaging Engine guarantees uniformity in tone across all cameras by deriving white balance and exposure and so far I believe them. Throughout daylight hours, the primary camera achieves image quality on par with flagship standards. It encompasses sharpness, intricate details, expansive dynamic range, and precise colour reproduction while maintaining consistent performance both outdoors and indoors. Certainly, there are instances where the results appear slightly oversaturated. However, the overall details remain exceptional and the intricate details are well-preserved. Even upon zooming in, the details remain intact until the final pinch, where some distortion begins. The camera's focus shift is also praiseworthy. I tested this by capturing a model in motion within a single frame, and the camera maintained a consistently sharp focus throughout. Colour science plays a crucial role, especially when photographing individuals with varying skin tones. In the samples provided, the camera subtly enhances the skin tone, imparting a lighter complexion without deviating significantly from the original. Users can mitigate this effect by utilizing the pro mode, allowing adjustments for a more customised result. Night photography remains consistently strong, having been tested in both low-light conditions and under artificial lighting. As evident in the collage below, the camera excels in capturing details, although achieving the perfect shot may require some patience. Moving on to the 50MP telephoto lens with floating lens technology, it's important to note that while it may not match the Galaxy S24 Ultra in terms of detail, it unquestionably gets the job done. The floating lens technology becomes apparent when the camera surpasses expectations, as illustrated in the collage featuring samples at 0.6X, 2X, 10X, 30X, and 60X, with a noticeable colour shift at the 30X mark. The details remain impressive, only slightly diminishing at the brink. In the realm of portraits, the Xiaomi 14 truly shines, especially for enthusiasts of monochrome portraits. Multiple images captured with the device are magazine-cover worthy, with the portrait results being stunning, thanks to the master-lens system presets available in the camera app. The black &amp; white filter with the documentary 35mm setting is a standout, closely followed by the swirly bokeh at a 50mm focal length. The 75mm portrait shots are solid, standing out as some of the best in the price range. The super macro mode, under natural lighting, proves impressive, delivering detailed images suitable for wallpapers. As depicted in the samples below, the colours are accurate, and the details are finely preserved. While the camera's video capabilities may not rival those of an iPhone 15 Pro, it stands out as one of the strongest on an Android device in recent memory. Shooting a B-roll for a video at 4K 30FPS yielded clean results, though the saturation issue, particularly with reds standing out, persists. While the camera can record up to 8K videos, opting for 4K is advisable to avoid heavier files and potential heating issues. Turning the selfie camera, equipped with a 32MP sensor, it may pale in comparison to the primary setup, but it still delivers sharp images as a standalone unit. However, it tends to soften skin tones, imparting an artificial appearance, especially when AI is enabled. While the AI enhancement is well-executed, it may not align with personal preferences. Verdict Xiaomi 14 ticks the boxes in every possible category you look for in a smartphone. With a well-developed camera system, a brand-new intricate UI, efficient performance hardware and a respectable size. The performance-hungry users and users with optics as a priority have something to root for with this device. However, I understand that screen size is an important factor for many users, which is fair. In that case, I recommend the OnePlus 12 which falls in the same price segment. The camera performance there is also competitive and perhaps a more stock UI will add to the appeal as well. 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<ul><li>The <keyword id="15832907" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="tecno-phantom-v-fold" source="Orion">Tecno Phantom V Fold</keyword> is scheduled to be launched in India on April 11.</li><li>As part of an introductory offer, the device will be available for ₹77,777 from April 12.</li><li>Here’s everything you need to know about the latest foldable smartphone in the country.</li></ul> <keyword id="3185986" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="tecno" source="Orion">Tecno</keyword>, which recently introduced the<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/tecno-phantom-v-fold-5g-foldable-smartphone-launched-at-89999/slidelist/98324947.cms"> Phantom V Fold</a> foldable smartphone at the Mobile World Congress 2023 in Barcelona, has revealed more details about the device’s India launch and availability. Tecno has announced that its first foldable smartphone, the Tecno <keyword id="16654026" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="phantom-v-fold" source="Orion">Phantom V Fold</keyword>, will go on sale in India on April 11. The device competes with the<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-launched-galaxy-z-fold-4-z-flip-4-watch-5-series-and-buds-2-pro-check-price-specifications-and-photos/articleshow/93481789.cms"> Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4</a> that was launched in India last year. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Tecno Phantom V Fold to be produced in India" comment="subhead" text="Tecno Phantom V Fold to be produced in India">Tecno Phantom V Fold to be produced in India</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="Teno" msid="99203894" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The Tecno Phantom V Fold is being produced in India&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> As part of the ‘Make in India’ initiative, Tecno has started producing its foldable phone, the Phantom V Fold, in its Noida factory. The factory is capable of producing 24 million smartphones per year at present. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Tecno Phantom V Fold sale date and early bird price" comment="subhead" text="Tecno Phantom V Fold sale date and early bird price">Tecno Phantom V Fold sale date and early bird price</cmsannotation> The Tecno Phantom V Fold will be launched in India on April 11 and will be available in an early access sale on April 12. During the early access sale, customers can purchase the smartphone at an early bird price of ₹77,777. According to the company, this price is applicable only for a limited period. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Tecno Phantom V Fold price in India" comment="subhead" text="Tecno Phantom V Fold price in India"><keyword id="15832910" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Tecno-Phantom-V-Fold-Price-in-india" source="Orion">Tecno Phantom V Fold price in India</keyword></cmsannotation> After the early access sale, the Phantom V Fold will be available in India at ₹89,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB internal storage variant and ₹99,999 for the 12GB RAM + 512GB internal storage variant. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Tecno Phantom V Fold specifications" comment="subhead" text="Tecno Phantom V Fold specifications">Tecno Phantom V Fold specifications</cmsannotation> The Tecno Phantom V Fold features a large 7.65-inch 2K+ LTPO AMOLED outer display with a 10-120Hz refresh rate and a 6.42-inch Full HD+ LTPO AMOLED outer display with a 10-120Hz refresh rate. The Tecno Phantom V Fold uses a drop-shaped hinge, built using aerospace-grade material, with a fixed-axis rotate and slide technology. The company has claimed that this technology has made the device virtually crease-free. It has been tested to over 2,00,000 folds. The device is equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ chipset and comes in two variants – 12GB RAM + 256GB internal storage and 12GB RAM + 512GB internal storage. Coming to the camera department, the Tecno Phantom V Fold features a triple camera setup at the back consisting of a 50MP primary camera, a 13MP ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 50MP telephoto lens. For selfies, the device sports a 32MP selfie camera on the outer display and a 16MP selfie camera on the inner display. A 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging support powers the device. 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<ul><li><keyword id="104695" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Qualcomm" source="Orion">Qualcomm</keyword> has announced the Snapdragon <keyword id="15976218" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="ride-flex-soc" source="Orion">Ride Flex SoC</keyword> launch.</li><li>The American chipmaker has also announced a partnership with <keyword id="159638" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="visteon" source="Orion">Visteon</keyword>.</li><li>The next-gen <keyword id="12902357" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="snapdragon-ride" source="Orion">Snapdragon Ride</keyword> platform will be launched in 2025.</li></ul>American chipmaker Qualcomm has made a slew of announcements as the Consumer Electronics Shows (CES) 2023 is here. The company has launched the Snapdragon Ride Flex chipset, the company’s latest offering aimed at improving safety and performance. Qualcomm has also announced its partnership with Visteon, an American automotive electronics supplier, to work on developing a high-performance cockpit domain controller. Here are the major announcements from Qualcomm – <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Snapdragon Ride Flex SoC" comment="subhead" text="Snapdragon Ride Flex SoC">Snapdragon Ride Flex SoC</cmsannotation> The Snapdragon Ride Flex SoC is the latest addition to the company’s Snapdragon Digital Chassis portfolio. It has been developed to handle mixed-critically workloads, enabling digital cockpit, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and automated driving (AD) functions to co-exist on a single SoC. This means that a single chipset can do the job of three chips. The chipset also integrates a software platform that enables multiple operating systems to operate concurrently, hypervisor enablement, isolated virtual machines, and real-time operating system. “We continue to remain at the forefront of automotive compute innovation, and as we enter the era of Software Defined Vehicles, the Snapdragon Ride Flex SoC family defines a new setpoint for high-performance power-optimized mixed-criticality architectures,” said Nakul Duggal, senior vice president and GM, automotive, Qualcomm Technologies. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Qualcomm to develop a digital cockpit domain controller with Visteon" comment="subhead" text="Qualcomm to develop a digital cockpit domain controller with Visteon">Qualcomm to develop a digital cockpit domain controller with Visteon</cmsannotation> Qualcomm has announced that it is partnering with Visteon to develop a high-performance cockpit domain controller that will enable global automakers to build next-generation cockpits. This is aimed at offering additional features and functionalities in the car cockpits. You will have to wait for some time as these features will only be available starting in 2025. “We look forward to continuing our efforts with Visteon in bringing advanced capabilities and functionalities to next-generation vehicles through SmartCore and our Snapdragon Cockpit Platforms,” added Duggal. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Snapdragon Ride platform" comment="subhead" text="Snapdragon Ride platform">Snapdragon Ride platform</cmsannotation> Qualcomm also showcased its Snapdragon Ride platform at the event, highlighting the adoption of the first-gen Snapdragon Ride platform in commercial vehicles worldwide. The company also revealed that the next-gen Ride Platform built on 4-nanometer (nm) SoC is being tested by tier-1 suppliers and is expected to be available for 2025 global production. The platforms will offer improved ADAS and AD systems, improving customer safety. “We attribute the success of our Snapdragon Ride Platforms to the strong relationships and collaborations we have with automakers and Tier-1 ecosystem and look forward to our continued efforts to innovate together to advance the industry’s efforts in delivering safe and secure ADAS and AD systems,” Duggal added. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/heres-everything-new-on-the-iphone-14-and-14-pro-dynamic-island-satellite-connectivity-always-on-display-and-more/articleshow/94060331.cms">Here’s everything new on the iPhone 14 and 14 Pro — Dynamic island, satellite connectivity, always-on display and more</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/asus-rog-launches-its-2023-gaming-laptops-with-improved-nebula-display-and-cooling-to-enhance-your-gaming-experience/articleshow/96731762.cms">Asus ROG launches its 2023 gaming laptops with improved Nebula display and cooling to enhance your gaming experience</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/dell-showcases-concept-nyx-game-controller-that-may-replace-all-controllers-in-the-future/articleshow/96713736.cms">Dell showcases Concept Nyx Game Controller that may replace all controllers in the future</a>

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<keyword id="3658" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="india" source="Orion">India</keyword> is continuing to grapple with a "severe and protracted" power crisis after a sustained surge in global coal prices in late-2021 was further aggravated by Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February, <keyword id="13362007" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="SP-Global-Commodity-Insights" source="Orion">S&amp;P Global Commodity Insights</keyword> said. The global price pressure eroded India's import volumes and reduced its power plant stockpiles to critically low levels just as an unrelenting heat wave pushed demand to unprecedented levels. The country generates more than 75% of its power from coal, and is the world's third-largest producer of electricity at 1,383 TWh/year. The crisis is "so severe" that government authorities in India - the world's second-largest coal producer, importer and consumer after China - are "threatening to cut domestic coal supply to power plants that are reluctant to import coal at current elevated prices". The current deficit, the second such coal shortage since October 2021, was initially triggered by the sharp rise in global coal prices in mid-2021, S&amp;P Global Commodity Insights said. In early 2022, before Russia invaded Ukraine, Indonesia's most popular coal grade, Kalimantan 4,200 kcal/kg GAR coal, traded at $65.45/mt FOB. Since then, the disruption in global coal supply has led to a near 30% surge in the grade's price to $86/mt on June 9, according to S&amp;P Global Commodity Insights data. To meet India's rising power demand as Covid-19 restrictions eased, the government first tried to boost domestic coal production, which rose to 777 million mt in FY 2021-22 from 716 million mt in FY 2020-21, coal ministry data showed. India has long harbored ambitions of reducing coal imports to zero by 2030 and state-owned <keyword id="45383" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="coal-india" source="Orion">Coal India</keyword> has said that it targets hiking its domestic production to 1 billion mt coal by FY 2023-24. The government has also tried divesting coal blocks to private companies in recent years to incentivize them to increase India's overall coal production. Domestic coal-based power production could not keep pace with the surge in electricity demand and India began to experience widespread power shortages more severe than anything the country had seen in at least seven years. India's <keyword id="12101153" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="federal-power-ministry" source="Orion">federal power ministry</keyword> is currently scrambling to get an estimate of the coal shortage outlook for September and has asked the world's largest producer of coal, Coal India, to procure coal on behalf of power plants at federal, state and other levels, S&amp;P Global Commodity Insights said. With the global coal supply expected to remain tight in H2 and winter still some months away, coal shortages and power outages may well remain a pressure point for India for the rest of the year. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/science/environment/news/200-indian-companies-register-for-extended-producer-responsibility-for-plastic-packaging/articleshow/92507014.cms">200 Indian companies register for extended producer responsibility for plastic packaging</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/asus-says-the-rog-phone-6-will-be-the-first-splash-resistant-gaming-smartphone/articleshow/92495593.cms">Asus teases the ROG Phone 6 gaming phone — confirmed to feature IPX4 splash-resistance</a>

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