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Scopus Consulting Group and Orian Engineers, two companies based in <keyword id="6357722" type="COMPANY" weightage="100" keywordseo="silicon-valley">Silicon Valley</keyword> and owned by an Indian-American have been ordered to pay fines of $103,000 to the federal government. Along with this, the company is required to pay $84,000 in back wages to its employees who are carrying H-1B visas. 
 
Kishore Kumar, the owner of these companies brought workers from India and other countries on H-1B visas to employ them as software engineers for other firms based in Silicon Valley, such as eBay, Apple and Cisco Systems. 
 While investigating the case, the <keyword id="3132611" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="US-Department-of-Labor-Wage-and-Hour">US Department of Labor Wage and Hour</keyword> found that both Scopus Consulting Group and Orian Engineers violated the H-1B provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act. As per an official release, they did so by misrepresenting the prevailing wage level on the Labor Condition Applications required by the act. The release also confirmed that both firms have been debarred from H-1B program participation for one year. 
 
Stephen R Henley, in his capacity as the Federal Administrative Law Judge, ordered both companies to pay 21 workers $84,000 in back wages and $103,000 as fines to the federal government. 
 
"Some of the country's most cutting-edge, successful organisations benefit from underpaid H-1B workers," said Susana Blanco, who is the director for the Wage and Hour Division in San Francisco. "H-1B workers must be paid local prevailing wages. We will not allow companies to undercut local wages and hurt US workers and businesses who pay their workers fairly," she continued. 
 
The employers also recruited experienced workers, most of whom have master's degrees, and paid them as entry level employees. 
 
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2 Silicon Valley companies owned by Indian Americans have been penalised for violating H1B visa rules

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) Saregama on Wednesday announced a global deal with the social networking giant where Facebook and Instagram users can add music to their posts and stories from Indias oldest music label. The partnership will allow users to choose from a rich catalogue of over 100,000 songs across several different genres including film songs, devotional music, ghazals and indipop in more than 25 languages. People will also be able to add songs to their Facebook Profile. "We are pleased with this partnership as now millions of Facebook users will be able to add music from our vast catalogue to stories and videos they create and share," said Vikram Mehra, Managing Director of Saregama India. Starting from today, people will be able to use music from legends likes Lata Mangeshkar, Kishore Kumar, Mohammed Rafi, Asha Bhosle, Gulzar, Jagjit Singh, R.D Burman, Kalyanji Anandji, Geeta Dutt and Laxmikant Pyarelal, making their experience on the platform more vibrant, personal and engaging. "We are proud to partner with Saregama that will allow people on our platforms, globally, to use their favourite retro Indian music to further enrich their content on our platforms," said Manish Chopra, Director and Head of Partnerships, Facebook India. Earlier this month, Swedish music streaming company Spotify and Saregama announced a licensing partnership for the Indian market. Spotify users in India can now listen to more of their favourite artists. --IANS na/

Facebook, Instagram users can now add music to posts from Saregama

Mumbai, Music label Saregama on Tuesday said it has inked a music licensing deal with homegrown short-video app Josh by VerSe Innovation. With this deal, users of Josh can now access old and new songs from the Saregama library with over 1.3 <keyword id="10692564" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="lakh-songs">lakh songs</keyword> to create <keyword id="10692565" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="innovative-content">innovative content</keyword>. Saregama said it will license its entire catalogue to Josh allowing users to create content inspired from its music library in diverse Indian <keyword id="6360075" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Languages">languages</keyword> like Hindi, Bhojpuri, Bengali, Tamil, Marathi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Punjabi and Gujarati, amongst many others. "Our partnership with Josh is another example of how more and more people find evergreen music relevant, with age no bar," Vikram Mehra, Managing Director of <keyword id="264154" type="DOMAIN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Saregama-India">Saregama India</keyword>, said in a statement. "Saregama has music to offer to all generations and age groups across languages. It's great to associate with Josh and see such innovative content getting created." Saregama holds the catalogue spanning genres like film/non-film songs, devotional music, ghazals and indipop in more than 25 languages. "Music is a universal language, and language is at the heart of every endeavour and innovation at Josh," said Umang Bedi, Co-founder, Josh. "This partnership is a great reminder of that focus - one that makes sure there's a song for every user, creator and moment on Josh, today." Over 77 million monthly active users on Josh can now create content to songs by legends like <keyword id="31278" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Lata-Mangeshkar">Lata Mangeshkar</keyword>, <keyword id="6378234" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="kishore-kumar">Kishore Kumar</keyword>, <keyword id="104131" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Mohammed-Rafi">Mohammed Rafi</keyword>, Asha Bhosle, Gulzar, Jagjit Singh, R.D Burman, Kalyanji Anandji, Geeta Dutt and Laxmikant Pyarelal making their experience on the platform even more engaging and fun. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/news/mukesh-ambani-ratan-tata-and-anand-mahindra-might-come-together-for-indias-new-national-hydrogen-mission/articleshow/80645570.cms">Mukesh Ambani, Ratan Tata, and Anand Mahindra might come together for India’s new National Hydrogen Mission</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/indigo-paints-shares-listed-at-2607-which-is-at-75-premium-to-the-set-price-band-at-1488-1490-per-share/articleshow/80643645.cms">India’s fifth-largest paint maker Indigo Paints IPO lists at 75% premium over the issue price</a>

Josh app expands its musical library with 1.3 lakh songs from Saregama in 25 different languages

<ul><li>The <keyword id="685487" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Spotify">Spotify</keyword>-Saregama partnership will add more than 1,00,000 songs to Spotify's India catalogue.</li><li>The partnership brings hits from stars like <keyword id="31278" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Lata-Mangeshkar">Lata Mangeshkar</keyword>, <keyword id="104131" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Mohammed-Rafi">Mohammed Rafi</keyword> and others.</li></ul>Music streaming service Spotify on Monday said it has signed a licensing partnership with <keyword id="106741" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Saregama">Saregama</keyword> for the India market. The partnership will enable Spotify users in India to access Saregama's entire catalogue that spans across film, Carnatic, Hindustani classical and devotional music in over 25 languages, a statement said. "With the full Saregama catalogue available on <keyword id="6118216" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Spotify-India">Spotify India</keyword>, our users will not only find their favourite retro music across local languages, but also be able to discover more old-school songs through Spotify's locally curated playlists - both editorial and algorithmic," Spotify Director of Global Licensing Paul Smith said. Globally, Spotify has 286 million users including 130 million subscribers, who use the paid version of the music streaming service. Spotify users in India will now be able to listen to artists like Lata Mangeshkar, RD Burman, Mohammed Rafi, Talat Mahmood, Manna Dey, Kalyanji-Anandji, Hemant Kumar and others. They can also tune into Spotify's playlists including This Is Kishore Kumar, This Is Asha Bhosle, Starring Amitabh Bachchan, Starring Rishi Kapoor, Disco Deewane, Punjabi Legacy, and Old Is Gold, among others. "We are happy to partner with Spotify and make our entire catalogue available for listeners across the globe, now including India. Saregama holds the largest library of films and non-film songs in over 25 languages ranging from old classics to new age music. We are sure, listeners would be really happy with this addition," <keyword id="264154" type="DOMAIN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Saregama-India">Saregama India</keyword> Managing Director Vikram Mehra said. SR RUJ

Spotify partners with Saregama for India market to bring over 1,00,000 songs from Lata Mangeshkar, Mohammed Rafi and others

Bollywood megastar <keyword id="6357912" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="amitabh-bachchan" source="Orion">Amitabh Bachchan</keyword> shared an anecdote on how he shot for the song '<keyword id="960025" type="General" weightage="60" keywordseo="saara-zamana" source="Orion">Saara Zamana</keyword>' from his 1981 movie 'Yaarana', and revealed that the lit-costume he wore in the song was his idea. 'Yaarana' was a musical drama film directed by Rakesh Kumar, starring Amitabh Bachchan, Amjad Khan, Neetu Singh, Tanuja, and Kader Khan. The song 'Saara Zamana' was sung by Kishore Kumar. In the episode 28 of the quiz-based reality show '<keyword id="17940" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="kaun-banega-crorepati" source="Orion">Kaun Banega Crorepati</keyword>' season 15, host Amitabh Bachchan welcomed Jasnil Kumar from Anwak, Uttar Pradesh to the hot seat. Big B said: "I hope that you win a huge amount as prize money and build a good house for your parents." During a conversation, the contestant said: "When I started watching films, I used to watch many of your films. I still remember them. Your best film is 'Yaarana' according to me. It's based on friendship. It's an amazing movie. I loved it." Replying to Jasnil, Amitabh said: "The music was great, and amazing songs. And one of its songs I asked my producer, to try something different. So, a new stadium was built, in Kolkata. Indoor Stadium. Netaji Subhash stadium. He wanted to shoot it there. And I was wondering how that would be possible. How will we fill a vacant stadium?" "I suggested to spread the word that we're going to shoot here. We shot the song there, with that lit costume. That lit costume was also my-idea. I made a big mistake. I asked the person designing it to use bulbs. And it must glow. He said it's possible. So, when he did it, asked him how he managed it. And he said that the wires are bound at places. And the remaining wire will be connected to the plug and it will glow. So, it's a long story," said Big B. "Let me tell you something. All the dance positions that you, see in that song, my hands going here and there. I'm electrically connected. It's because of the plug. I'm electrically connected and the body was randomly moving. That's how it was. That song from the film 'Yaarana'," he added. 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 15' airs on Sony.

Amitabh Bachchan reveals backstory of the famous 'Saara Zamana' lit-costume in KBC 15

Andhra Pradesh will go to polls on a single day on April 11, 2019, Kanna Lakshminarayana will field for BJP from Narasaraopet Lok Sabha Constituency. From this constituency, Rayapati Sambasiva Rao was elected during the last Lok Sabha elections in 2014. The Congress party has fielded Pakala Suribabu from this constituency. The party has also announced that D Purandeshwari will contest for the party from Vishakapatnam seat. At present, the parliamentary seat in the <keyword id="7447090" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Visakhapatnam-Lok-Sabha-constituency">Visakhapatnam Lok Sabha constituency</keyword> is held by Kambhampati Hari Babu of BJP. 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0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;">Dr. P V Parthasarthi </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;">Anantapur </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;">Apr-11 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;">HamsaDevineni </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;">Hindupur 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0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;">Singa Reddy Ramchandra Reddy </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;">Nellore </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;">Apr-11 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;">Suresh Reddy Sannapareddy </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;">Tirupati </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 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2pt;">Pappireddi Maheswara Reddy </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;">Chittoor </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;">Apr-11 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;">Jayaram Duggani </td></tr></tbody></table>

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<a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Bappi+Lahiri+">Bappi Lahiri </a>was at <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Barbeque+Nation">Barbeque Nation</a> recently to visit its <keyword id="184796" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="80" keywordseo="Bollywood-Disco">Bollywood Disco</keyword> Carnival. Amidst the feisty lights and groovy music, the maestro looked at peace. 
 
BI India caught up with the ‘<a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Disco+King">Disco King</a>’ for a slice of his retro pie. If anything came in the way later, it was the god-awful spell check. Damn you Bill Gates! 
 
Disclaimer: The following content contains uncensored Bappispeak. Proceed at your own risk. 
 
1. You’ve completed nearly 45 years in the film industry. How did you stay relevant so long? 
People love me. My music is always good. I’m a singer-cum-composer. 
 
I work with Dilip Kumar Saab to Jeetendra, Dharmendra, Mithun and Govinda. I sang for him, Amitabh ji. Aana Jana Laga Rahega, Greftar. Wo bhi superhit hai (That too is a super-hit). 
 
What you are today, I have 120 Platinum disks if you come to my home. 
 
2. How different is today’s Bollywood music from the 80s? 
Us time pe picture bohot bante the (A lot of fims were produced back then). Me and Laxmikant practically had the full industry in our hands. 
 
Today the Khans release one film a year. People watch a song, and not just listen to it anymore. 
 
Also, we used to have live orchestra. I miss <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Kishore+Kumar">Kishore </a><a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Kishore+Kumar">Kumar</a>-<a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Lata+Mangeshkar">Lata</a><a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Lata+Mangeshkar"> Mangeshkar</a> singing with a 100 piece orchestra. First computerized song in Bollywood, write it down, <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Bappi+Lahiri+">Bappi Lahiri </a>has written, Tamma Tamma Loge. 
 
3. How different are today’s party anthems from the 80s? 
Now-a-days I’m in <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Hollywood">Hollywood</a>. I’m shuttling a lot between <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Los+Angeles">Los Angeles</a> and home. <keyword id="6356630" type="ORGANIZATION" weightage="80" keywordseo="EDM">EDM</keyword> and Pop have a different beat, but melody is less. 
 
Punjabi Folk with disco beats are a hit today, like the one <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Kanika+Kapoor">Kanika Kapoor</a> sang. I love Punjabi Folk. I once popularized Bengali Folk – Yaar Bina Chain Kaha Re and De De Pyar De. 
 
4. Your fans complain you don’t sing enough in Bollywood as they would like you to. 
Two very big films coming next year. I composed two songs there. I don’t have enough time. I leave for America. Because of Slum Stars I’ve got very good contacts in Hollywood. 
 
The film got Best Film Award from Sydney. I have directed the film, and now it’s going for the National Awards. I’m also looking to submit for <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Grammys">Grammys</a>. 
 
Everybody has dreams. I want to do international more. I want to project India, India’s classical fusion. I have done enough films. 
 
Watch <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Dilwale">Dilwale</a>, I have a shot there. Gold is my God. You can see the film. 
 
5. Rishi Kapoor tweeted 2015’s Dhanteras would be yours. 
See son, any Hip-hop star today needs to have a locket. Any rapper, Snoop or Akon. 
 
We should copyright the dark glasses, bracelets and chains. 
 
Today, <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Bappi+Lahiri+">Bappi Lahiri</a> without gold nobody likes. That’s the image people have of me. 
 
Any time I put the chain inside my shirt people say, “Bappi da, show your chain.” 
 
6. Seriously, how much Gold have you bought this Dhanteras? 
I don’t buy any more. I’ve had these for 25 years. (Points) This Ganpati is for 20 years, this Tirupati Balaji for 20 years. This ‘B’ Mrs. Lahiri, my wife gifted. It suits me. 
 
Everything in Gold is old. 
 
7. What other projects are you working on in 2016? 
<a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=SnoopDogg">SnoopDogg</a>-<a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Bappi+Lahiri+">Bappi</a><a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=Bappi+Lahiri+"> Lahiri</a> is coming soon. I know, super hit song. Super hit song. 
 
I also did an EDM. I am mixing it currently. 
 
If you’re still undone, here’s some more Pure Bappi Magic. Enjoy! 
 
 
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<ul><li><keyword id="12411675" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="redmi-buds-3-lite" source="Orion">Redmi Buds 3 Lite</keyword> comes for a price of ₹1,999</li><li>These <keyword id="9367995" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="tws-buds" source="Orion">TWS Buds</keyword> feature a dedicated game mode</li><li>The buds are competing against budget products from OnePlus and Realme </li></ul>Xiaomi has launched another pair of <keyword id="14138932" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="budget-tws-buds" source="Orion">budget TWS buds</keyword>, but this one deserves attention as it falls in the most populated and high-demand price segment of under ₹2000. <keyword id="2415488" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="redmi" source="Orion">Redmi</keyword> recently announced the <keyword id="9486731" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="redmi-buds" source="Orion">Redmi Buds</keyword> 3 Lite which went live on sale from 31st July. A budget offering from the brand, the TWS buds are tuned towards a set of users who are looking for options under a budget. Redmi emphasised that the product is developed keeping the younger generation in mind. But is it enough for the Buds 3 lite to create a name for itself in such a cluttered market? Especially, when competitors like OnePlus and Realme have their own offering to compete. I will try to put things in perspective with this review. Price &amp; Availability Redmi Buds 3 Lite is priced at ₹1,999 and will be available on company’s website and Amazon India. Design &amp; Build Redmi Buds 3 Lite have entered a competitive segment, where small details can make a big difference. The brand has played it safe here, with the design being as basic as possible. It’s not wrong necessarily but when you look at Realme Buds Q2s with a transparent lid, you feel there is room for some experimentation. <div type="image" title="Redmi Buds 3 Lite are portable and easy to carry" msid="93273695" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Redmi Buds 3 Lite are portable and easy to carry&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The Redmi 3 Buds with me are in black color and have an engraved Redmi branding on the case. The case, as I mentioned, is basic and there is nothing to rave about it. Sporting a plastic build, the finishing on the case is a bit slippery, and you might have to maintain a conscious grip around it if you are clumsy like me. The case also gets scratched if you keep it with your keys. Moving on, Redmi has struck well when it comes to the form factor of the case. It is compact and lightweight. It’s small enough to fit in your pocket along with other items, so full marks for portability. The case has a tiny LED up front for denoting charge once plugged in. On the bottom you will find a USB Type-C charging port. The buds follow the traditional dot design, which is compact and sits well in the ears. They also have a nylon hook, which is supposed to add a better grip. I personally don’t find them as useful, and unfortunately, the bundled hooks didn’t do the job for me either. However, credit where it’s due, the buds have a snug fit by default and don’t fall from your ears as often. <div type="image" title="Redmi Buds 3 Lite follow a dot design" msid="93273824" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Redmi Buds 3 Lite follow a dot design&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> As for the fit and finish of the buds, they feel premium, and the piano black finish on the panel adds an appeal. The buds are IP54 splash resistant, which means they are supposed to hold well against sweat and minor splashes. As they did, since I didn’t face any problems with the buds during my workout. That being said, I doubt they will hold well against heavy rains, so a heads-up in case you don’t want any surprises. <div type="image" title="Redmi Buds 3 Lite has a snug fit" msid="93274185" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Redmi Buds 3 Lite has a snug fit&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Connectivity and Gestures As it is expected, Redmi Buds 3 Lite don’t have a fancy application to pair them up with your devices. It’s a simple 3 tap process. You turn on the Bluetooth on the device, refresh the list and select the accessory. The buds show up on the Bluetooth range instantly, making the pairing process smooth. Once connected, there is a sound notifying the pairing. The buds can also be used individually, a feature I would like to see on all devices of this nature. The execution here gave me no reason to complain and I could use individual buds easily. These results were similar for both my Android phone and iPhone. Another point to note here is that Redmi Buds 3 Lite uses Bluetooth 5.2, which promises better connectivity and audio performance. <div type="image" title="Gesture support on Redmi Buds 3 Lite is choppy" msid="93274214" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Gesture support on Redmi Buds 3 Lite is choppy&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The gesture support on the buds is choppy. I have used both the OnePlus Nord Buds and Realme Buds Q2s and in order of ranking the gesture support the Redmi Buds 3 Lite is the weakest. This is disappointing given that there is no real variety in gestures either. A single tap plays and pauses the music, while a double tap is used on respective buds on either of the buds is used for answering calls. Then there is the classic, a long press for voice assistants. So far in my 3 days of usage, the buds have rarely responded to the gestures precisely. And it does get annoying after a while. I tried to figure out a crack for this, and as it turns out there are particular spots on the buds where one needs to tap for the gestures to work. Once clear, it was a smooth sail. However, for a generic consumer, this can be jargon and hinders the very convenience that a TWS unit promises to offer. I hope Redmi takes note of this since the hardware on Redmi devices doesn’t usually disappoint. The multi-device connectivity on the buds is also missing - a common miss on budget buds. Audio Performance Redmi Buds 3 Lite features 6mm Dynamic drivers, which deliver a decent audio performance. I have used the buds to listen to a variety of music, and made my observations accordingly. Starting with the good. The volume levels on the buds are fairly loud, and one can actually cut away from their surroundings thanks to the audio output. It has small drivers but they deliver decent thump and bass, sometimes better than Nord Buds and Realme Q2s. This opinion stays concrete for every genre I tested, from classic Kishore Kumar to recent tracks by Tyga. However, I do wish there was a way I could switch volume levels from the buds, but this feature is missing across the budget segment. Where the buds miss out is details. The loudness of the buds tends to take over audio details at times. This is noticeable with streaming both music and content. The recurring problem has been the audio output having an echo. It is not noticeable in songs with mellow beats, but gets more prominent with high-energy soundtracks, involving multiple instruments. That said, it does not spoil the experience to the point that you don’t enjoy your music. The range on the buds is also favorable, Redmi claims it has a 10-meter range and practically it’s close to the same. I could plug in my device at charge and listen to music without any issues. There is also a game mode on the buds, which gets activated once you press and hold both buds at the same time. I did two sessions of BGMI with its game mode. And there was no noticeable difference between the regular audio and dedicated game modes. Either way, the buds are a good comrade for gaming. I could figure out the direction of sound with the buds on. The calling experience on the buds was surprisingly decent and on par with Nord Buds. The audio quality was clear, and the microphone performed perfectly. However, I still find budget TWS buds lacking the microphone quality we see on high quality wired earphones. Case in point my regular wired Apple earpods. Buds 3 Lite promises 18 hour playback on single charge, with the case carrying 13 hours of charge on the go. The real-time performance is around 14 hours, give or take. It means a light user who use the buds on commute will have to plug them once in 3 days. A heavy user who takes them for gyming, commuting and casual streaming will have to plug them in within a day and a half of usage. These numbers shouldn’t be discouraging, though, they are in line with the portfolio of Budget TWS buds. The saving grace is the quick charge feature though, 10 minutes of plug-in time gives you about an hour of usage. Verdict Redmi Buds 3 Lite delivers on the expectations we set with a budget of TWS buds. Still, to put things in perspective, if you are confused between them, Realme Q2s and Nord Buds read the following. The Redmi Buds 3 Lite are for users who like classic TWS features and can adjust to the minimal aesthetic. You get a loud audio output which is mostly good and decent calling performance, plus Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity. In the case of Nord Buds and Realme Q2S, there is an aesthetic advantage and better gesture support. But the audio performance is at par and sometimes underwhelming compared to the Redmi Buds 3 Lite. For detailed opinion, here is my review for Nord Buds. As a reviewer, I can only be happy for the consumers since there are so many great options from credible brands at aggressive price points. See also - <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/oneplus-nord-buds-review-a-good-balance-of-price-and-performance/articleshow/91322115.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">OnePlus Nord Buds Review: A good balance of price and performance</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/gadgets/news/garmin-fenix-7-solar-review-a-pricey-swiss-army-knife-of-fitness-smartwatches/articleshow/93266370.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">Garmin Fenix 7 Solar review – a pricey Swiss army knife of fitness smartwatches</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/gadgets/news/realme-pad-x-tablet-review/articleshow/93258235.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">Realme Pad X review – a good budget tablet with a few compromises</a>

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<ul><li>Sony recently launched budget-friendly headphones with premium sound at ₹14,990.</li><li>Sony's WH-CH720N headphones aim to strike a balance between affordability and premium audio performance.</li><li>These headphones support AAC (for iPhones) and SBC (for Android) audio codecs but do not have Sony's higher-fidelity LDAC.</li></ul>Sony has established itself as a leading brand in the world of audio and video, renowned for their exceptional quality. From entry-level wired offerings to the premium WH-1000XM5 headphones, Sony has consistently delivered reliable products at every budget. The Japanese company has recently launched the WH-CH720N headphones, aiming to bring a premium music experience to the mid-range segment. <div type="image" title="Sony WH-CH720N" msid="99911539" hostid="261" sizebytes="19206"></div> While the WH-1000XM5 headphones are targeted towards a niche audience who prioritize top-tier features and are willing to invest in a premium product, finding them within an odd- ₹14,990 price bracket can be challenging. Sony aims to simplify this decision by offering the WH-CH720N headphones as a more affordable option, making premium sound accessible to a wider audience. Sony's WH-CH720N headphones aim to strike a balance between affordability and premium audio performance. These headphones are improved and upgraded over the predecessor in almost every way possible. But are those upgrades enough to persuade you to spend ₹14,990? Let’s find out in this review. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="LIKE" comment="subhead" text="LIKE">LIKE</cmsannotation> <ul><li>Lightweight and comfortable</li><li>Good sound with very good noise canceling and ambient sound mode</li><li>Good voice-calling performance</li><li>Multipoint Bluetooth</li><li>35 hours of battery life</li><li>Extensive EQ settings</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="DON'T LIKE" comment="subhead" text="DON'T LIKE">DON'T LIKE</cmsannotation> <ul><li>No carrying case</li><li>No ear-detection sensors</li><li>No LDAC support</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Sony WH-CH720N: Design &amp; Comfort" comment="subhead" text="Sony WH-CH720N: Design &amp; Comfort"><keyword id="16816465" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Sony-WH-CH720N" source="Orion">Sony WH-CH720N</keyword>: Design &amp; Comfort</cmsannotation> The design of the WH-CH720N may not exude a premium feel, but it's not cheaply built either. I found the design to be less appealing, especially due to the lack of folding ear cups which I miss clearly. The WH-CH720N follows the design approach of the XM5 with a single hinge that allows for swiveling but not folding. <div type="image" title="Sony WH-CH720N" msid="99911587" hostid="261" sizebytes="17938"></div> Despite not being luxury noise-cancelling headphones, the WH-CH720N is designed to look and feel premium with a clean and minimalistic Sony-like aesthetic. The headphones are covered in a matte soft-touch coating, and while they are made of plastic, they hold up well in daily use. The headband is slightly thinner, and the ear pads are wider with more memory foam, maximizing comfort. I reviewed the black model, but they are also available in blue and white. The oval ear cups were large enough to fit over my entire ear, but those with larger ears may have a different experience. The headphones charge via USB-C and can connect via a 3.5mm connection. The right earcup features physical buttons for volume controls, toggling noise-cancellation, and transparency. <div type="image" title="Sony WH-CH720N" msid="99911633" hostid="261" sizebytes="41732"></div> One thing that bothered me was that the WH-CH720N cannot be folded. Instead, they lay flat, which means I need a dedicated compartment in my backpack to keep them safe, making them less travel-friendly. Additionally, Sony does not provide a case for these headphones to keep the price down. On the positive side, I appreciate that Sony opted for physical button controls instead of touch controls. The right earcup features volume control buttons and a noise-canceling button that also toggles between noise-cancellation and ambient sound mode, while the opposite left earcup has a universal control button. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Are they comfortable to wear and easy to use?" comment="subhead" text="Are they comfortable to wear and easy to use?">Are they comfortable to wear and easy to use?</cmsannotation> During my road trip, I found the comfort level of the Sony WH-CH720N to be excellent. In fact, I even took a nap while wearing them and didn't realize I had them on; that's how comfortable they were. The design of these headphones ensures that they feel extremely comfortable without being overly bulky. Weighing just 192 grams, they are the lightest over-ear noise-canceling headphones from Sony to date. <div type="image" title="Sony WH-CH720N" msid="99911662" hostid="261" sizebytes="25634"></div> You should go for a jog while wearing the Sony WH-CH720N. The weight is distributed so evenly that I never felt uncomfortable wearing them for a long time, whether sitting upright at my desk in front of my laptop or just chilling on my couch. The comfort level of these headphones is truly impressive, making them a great choice for extended use during various activities. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Sony WH-CH720N: Performance" comment="subhead" text="Sony WH-CH720N: Performance">Sony WH-CH720N: Performance</cmsannotation> The Sony CH720N headphones have 30mm drivers, similar to the XM5. These headphones support AAC (for iPhones) and SBC (for Android) audio codecs but do not have Sony's higher-fidelity LDAC. The sound of the CH720N is tuned to emphasize bass and treble, resulting in a pleasant listening experience. While they are not as bass-heavy as the XB series, they still provide ample attention to the lower frequencies without overpowering the overall sound. The vocals are clear, and the treble response is on the higher side, but still enjoyable and not uncomfortable. <div type="image" title="Sony WH-CH720N" msid="99911696" hostid="261" sizebytes="95194"></div> I listened to various genres during my testing with these headphones. For ambient genre songs like ‘Around The World In A Tea Daze’ by Shpongle (Ott Remix), the crispiness was slightly lost as the bass overpowered the vocals and treble. However, songs that don't predominantly feature bass-heavy music, such as ‘Alan's Psychedelic Breakfast’ by <keyword id="99180" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="pink-floyd" source="Orion">Pink Floyd</keyword>, sounded well-balanced. Songs from genres that have bass-heavy or minimal vocals, such as EDM, Melodic House, Dubstep, and Techno, were pleasing to the ears. Tracks like ‘The Alphabeat’ by David Guetta and ‘Rock The House’ by Afrojack delivered an enjoyable listening experience. The headphones performed exceptionally well when listening to techno or similar electronic music, such as ‘Deep Jungle Walk’ by Astrix. One noteworthy aspect of these headphones is their performance with vocals. Tracks like ‘Kya Yahi Pyar Hai’ by Lata Mangeshkar and Kishore Kumar sounded incredible, with crisp vocals and excellent instrument separation. ‘Kho Gaye Hum Kahan’ by Jasleen Royal and Prateek Kuhad was a joyful listen. The impressive part is that these headphones deliver music with zero distortion, ensuring no detail gets lost in the sound reproduction. If you want to customize the sound of the WH-CH720N headphones to your liking, you can easily do so using the EQ controls in Sony's Headphones Connect app, available on Android and iOS. This allows you to fine-tune the audio to suit your personal preferences. However, even without adjustments, the WH-CH720N headphones still deliver the unmistakable Sony sound quality you can trust. Rest assured, you won't be disappointed with the audio performance of these headphones. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Noise cancelling &amp; battery life" comment="subhead" text="Noise cancelling &amp; battery life">Noise cancelling &amp; battery life</cmsannotation> I thoroughly tested the noise cancellation capabilities of the Sony WH-CH720N headphones in various environments, including heavy traffic, a bustling open compound of a mall in Dubai, and even at the airport. While these headphones do a decent job of reducing outside voices and handling street noise, they fall short compared to Sony’s WH-1000XM5 in terms of complete noise isolation. However, the Ambient Sound mode on the WH-CH720N is impressive and worked well for me during testing. It's a great option for those who want to stay aware of their surroundings and not miss out on conversations without removing their headphones. <div type="image" title="Sony WH-CH720N" msid="99911711" hostid="261" sizebytes="68128"></div> One area where the Sony WH-CH720N truly excels is audio call quality. With their multipoint Bluetooth pairing feature, you can connect them to two devices simultaneously, such as your laptop and phone. The audio will automatically switch based on which device is actively streaming music or handling calls. During my calls, many people I spoke to using the WH-CH720N mentioned that they couldn't hear external noise or the usual echo that wireless headphones often produce during calls. In terms of battery life, Sony claims a remarkable 50-hour battery life with ANC off and up to 36 hours with ANC on. These figures are accurate, as I had to actively drain the battery over seven days of regular use. The WH-CH720N headphones truly impress with their long-lasting battery performance. If you’re running late and your headphones are out of juice, you can plug them in for 10 minutes to get a few hours of battery life to help you during your commute. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Should you buy them?" comment="subhead" text="Should you buy them?">Should you buy them?</cmsannotation> Sony's flagship over-ear headphones, such as the WH-1000XM5, come with a hefty price tag, ranging from ₹30,000 to ₹60,000, which may seem exorbitant to some. However, Sony has introduced the WH-CH720N as an affordable alternative, offering a signature Sony style and sound at a lower price point. The WH-CH720N from Sony strikes a balance between affordability and performance, offering notable improvements in noise cancellation and overall sound quality. While features like folding ear cups, auto-pause, and a carrying case may be missing, the important elements are present. Sony has created a lightweight, versatile, and comfortable headphone that delivers superb sound and effective noise cancellation, all at a reasonable price. While audiophiles may have higher demands, the WH-CH720N will likely satisfy most music fans seeking a high-quality listening experience.

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