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Google Pixel 3a Review: Is the cheapest pixel cheap enough?

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Pixel 3a is small and fits comfortably in the hand.

Google Pixel 3a is the company’s latest offering in its ever-growing Pixel lineup. After departing from the Nexus brand name, the Pixel lineup of smartphones has been what Google uses to showcase Android.

With the Google Pixel 3a and 3a XL, the company has released its first mid-range Pixel smartphone devices. The Pixel 3 and 3 XL had to make some significant sacrifices to form the Pixel 3a and 3a XL. However, is the price drop big enough to justify those sacrifices? Let's find out:

Google Pixel 3a

Google Pixel 3a comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 processor. This is coupled with 4GB RAM and 64GB of storage. There are is no expandable storage option nor a bigger storage variant option, which would be a bummer for some.

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Google Pixel 3a is the cheapest Pixel smartphone yet.

The device sports a 5.6-inch (2220 x 1080 pixels) 18.5 aspect ratio OLED display. For the optics, it features a single camera set up at the back, consisting of a 12.2-megapixel, f/1.8 aperture main sensor with dual pixel PDAF and optical image stabilization. For selfies, it packs an 8-megapixel sensor with an f/2.0 aperture sensor. All of this is backed by a 3,000mAh non-removable battery.

At the first glance, the back looks like the Pixel 3 series which sports a rear glass, but make no mistake the Pixel 3a and the 3a XL sport a plastic back with a matte paint job. It runs Google’s Android 9.0 Pie operating system.

The phone sports a single SIM card slot, 3.5mm headphone jack something the Pixel 3 series is missing, a USB-Type C port and a fingerprint sensor at the back.

Google Pixel 3a Review: Design

Design of the Google Pixel 3a is really good. The back panel is made out of plastic, which is a little disappointing considering its price. But with the matte finished lower back of the device you don't really get the plastic feel. With the price user's are paying, having a plastic back is really disappointing.

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The OLED panel of the pixel 3a without any notch or camera cutout is quite impressive.

Speaker grille is located above the display, whereas, the 12.2-megapixel front camera is housed inside of the huge top bezel. The bottom of the device also has a big chin, which makes the device looks symmetrical.

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Pixel 3a sports a dual-tone plastic back panel.

Coming to the back, Google Pixel 3a sports a single camera setup paired with an LED flash aligned horizontally on the top left corner. There is a small camera bump, but nothing that major. The fingerprint sensor located towards the top of the device, which aligns perfectly in a users hands.

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Right, left, top, bottom in that order

The right edge consists of the volume rockers and an accented power button. The top edge holds the headphone jack and the secondary microphone. The left edge sports only the sim card tray, while the bottom edge has the USB-Type C port along with the speakers.

The primary microphone grille has been made to look a speaker grille giving the phone a symmetrical look.

Overall, the design of Google Pixel 3a feels pretty good. It looks quite subtle, which according to me is a good thing. The back is made out of plastic, which might have been an issue, but the paint job makes the smartphone feel good while using.

Google Pixel 3a Review: Software

The Google Pixel 3a runs the company's own Android 9.0 Pie operating system, it is what is known as the Pixel Experience. The software is optimised and built directly side by side with the Android OS.

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The stock Android on the Pixel 3a is the best form of Android out there

It is one of the cleanest and the fastest software experiences you will find out there in the Android ecosystem. It has all the bells and whistles of the Android Operating system like the Always listening feature and the call screen feature. It also comes with no bloatware, which is an amazing thing.

Overall, Pixel 3a's software is one of the best in the market as of now.

Google Pixel 3a Review: Performance

Performance is a major area of concern on any device, the same goes for the Google Pixel 3a. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 processor coupled with an Adreno 615 GPU and 4GB of RAM.

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AnTuTu (Left) Geekbench (Right)

We ran our usual benchmark tests to evaluate how the device performs. On AnTuTu the device was able to score 135612, which is great considering the price and competition is a bit low.

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On GeekBench it managed to get a single-core score of 1446 and a multi-core score of 4824. The performance numbers of the device on paper are way low compared to its competition.

While playing light games such as Temple Run and Crossy Chicken, the phone runs flawlessly. Heavy games like Asphalt 9: Legends and PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty also run without any hiccup with some minor heating.

Overall, the performance of the Pixel 3a is disappointing compared to the price a user needs to pay.

Google Pixel 3a Review: Display

Google Pixel 3a sports a 5.6-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2220×1080 pixels and comes with an aspect ratio of 18.5:9. The brightness levels are able to get super low and immensely high depending on the situation. The colours are more vibrant and the blacks are great thanks to that OLED panel.

Google Pixel 3a Review: Camera

Google Pixel 3a features a single camera setup on the back. There is a 12.2-megapixel, f/1.8 aperture main sensor with PDAF. For selfies, it packs an 8-megapixel sensor with an f/2.0 aperture sensor. I personally would have preferred a wide-angle or a zoom lens in addition but the camera quality is so good I can't even complain.

Images which I took with the rear camera came out extremely good. The images have good details and come out very sharp. The portrait mode is also able to do a very good job. Due to the device being powered by the Snapdragon 670, which is not the greatest of processors, you would have to wait for around 30 seconds for the images to process but the results are well worth it.

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Normal (Right) vs Portrait (Left)

Coming to the front camera, the story is pretty much the same, low light shots are amazing, the contrast and colour balance is great. It is definitely one of the best camera setups I have found in a smartphone.

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Overall, the single front and rear camera setup are way better than some triple and quad-camera setups on smartphones. If you want a phone dedicated to photography, you won't regret getting the Pixel 3a.

Google Pixel 3a Review: Battery

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The battery life of the Pixel 3a is not at all impressive.

Google Pixel 3a is backed by a 3,000mAh Li-Po battery, which easily lasts almost a whole day on a single charge. Charging time with the included charger is around 120-150 minutes, which is great. If you are not a heavy user, you can easily make it work till the end of the workday.

We ran PCMark’s Work 2.0 Battery Life test, which subjects the phone to heavy usage and finds out how the battery performs in those conditions. The device yielded a result of 10 hours and 10 minutes, which is adequate in comparison to similar battery capacity smartphones.

Google Pixel 3a Review: Verdict

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Pixel 3a is not the greatest looking smartphone.

Google Pixel 3a costs Rs. 39,999., for that price the plastic back and a Snapdragon 670 processor is definitely a bummer. You can get the OnePlus 7 for cheaper than that with a glass back and Snapdragon 855, putting the Pixel 3a to shame.

Things like an OLED display and Google's software gives the device an edge over other devices. However, it is not enough to justify the price. That being said, its camera performance crushes the competition.

It relies completely on its camera to sell itself. Unless and until you are a huge camera fanatic, the Pixel 3a is not the smartphone for you. However, with that camera unit and software processing, the device is almost worth it. If it was a little cheaper, the device would have been one of the best camera based smartphone, but its Rs 39,999 price tag is a little hard to digest especially considering the processor.

Redmi K20, Redmi K20 Pro First Impressions: The real deal?

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Redmi K20 comes in three attractive colours.

Xiaomi India has just launched the Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro smartphones in India. While both the smartphones share a lot in common, they have one major difference. The Redmi K20 and the K20 Pro are available at a starting price of Rs. 21,999 and Rs. 27,999 respectively. As we got our hands on the device, here are our first impressions.

Redmi K20, K20 Pro First Impressions: Display

Both the smartphones come with a 6.39-inch full HD+ Horizon AMOLED display with support for both Widewine L1 as well as HDR. Since it is an AMOLED panel, the company has also added an always-on display for the first time in the Remi line-up of smartphones.

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Redmi K20 comes with a bezel-less display.

The display on the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro is bezel-less and sports no notch or punch hole. Instead, the company went with a motorized selfie camera, which we'll talk about in detail later.

At first glance, the display looked quite attractive and it should be great for both media consumption as well as gaming.

Redmi K20, K20 Pro First Impressions: Design

Redmi K20 and K20 Pro look as if Xiaomi has given a great amount of thought to their design. Both smartphones feature a glass sandwich design. The back of the phones sports an amazing design, which makes them not only look premium but also feel like it. The back switches patterns when light reflects from different angles. The effect is more noticeable on the Glacier Blue and Flame Red colour variants.

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Glacier Blue and Flame Red colour variants offer an attractive effect on the back.

It's not only about the back, but the front also screams beauty. In order to achieve a bezel-less display. Xiaomi had to place the selfie camera in a motorized pop-up mechanism. The camera has lights surrounding, which looks attractive when one switches to the selfie mode.

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The pop-up selfie camera has a light around it.

Also, the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro are two of the very few phones to come with an innovative notification LED light. As the company couldn't fit it anywhere in the front, they opted the top of the phone to place the LED light.

Redmi K20, K20 Pro First Impressions: Verdict

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I personally loved the Flame Red colour variant.

With the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro, Xiaomi is trying to target two different types of markets. The Redmi K20 is for the people who want all the bells and whistles on their phone and do not care about having a flagship processor. The Redmi K20 Pro, on the other hand, features a flagship processor along with all the fancy features one could ask for. Also, the phones being made by Xiaomi also come at a very aggressive price tag.

In a nutshell, both the smartphones bring the best bang for the buck and you should go out and grab one right away. However, we would recommend waiting for our full review before making the call.

Disclaimer: The author is currently in New Delhi on the invite of Xiaomi India.

Xiaomi Redmi K20, Redmi K20 Pro launched in India: Price, specifications and more

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Redmi K20 and K20 Pro have finally arrived in India.

Xiaomi's sub-brand Redmi has finally launched the much-awaited Redmi K20 series in India. The company is not only launching one phone, but there are two this time around. While the Redmi K20 is more of a mid-range smartphone, the Redmi K20 Pro is the new flagship killer that will stand up against the likes of OnePlus 7.

Price, availability, and offers

As far as the pricing is concerned, the Redmi K20 has launched for a starting price of Rs. 21,999 for 6GB+64GB variant and it goes all the way up to Rs. 23,999 for the 6GB+128GB variant. The base variant of the Redmi K20 Pro is priced at Rs. 27,999 for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. The 8GB+256GB variant of the same retail at Rs. 30,999.

Both the smartphones will be available in three colour variants, Carbon Black, Glacier Blue, and Flame Red. Also, there is flat Rs 2,000 on ICICI Bank Credit Cards, but the offer is applicable to the people who booked it in Alfa Sale which took place earlier this week.

There is also a Signature Edition of the K20 Pro made of pure gold and is diamond-studded for those demanding some extra luxury. The company will make only 20 units of the same and it will retail for Rs 4,80,000.

The first sale will take place on 12 pm 22nd July 2019 and it will be available on Flipkart and mi.com along with Mi Home stores.

Redmi K20 Specifications

The all-new Redmi K20 sports a 6.39-inch AMOLED display with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 2340x1080 pixels. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 processor coupled with 6GB or 8GB of RAM. The dual-sim handset is available in 128GB and 256GB storage options. It runs on Android 9 Pie-based MIUI 10 out of the box. Under the hood, there is a 4,000mAh battery powering up everything with support for 18W fast charging.

As for the optics, the Redmi K20 features a triple-camera setup at the back consisting of a 48-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.8 aperture, an 8-megapixel telephoto lens and a 13-megapixel ultrawide sensor. Up front, there is a 20-megapixel pop-up selfie shooter.

Redmi K20 Pro Specifications

As for the Redmi K20 Pro, it comes with the same 6.39-inch AMOLED display with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 2340x1080 pixels. It is powered by the more powerful flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset. The device packs in up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. Just like other modern smartphones, the Redmi K20 Pro also runs on Google's Android 9 Pie operating system. Under the hood, there is a 4,000mAh battery with support for Sonic Charge technology.

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On the optics front, the Redmi K20 Pro gets the same camera setup as the K20. This one also features a triple-camera setup at the back consisting of a 48-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.8 aperture, an 8-megapixel telephoto lens and a 13-megapixel ultrawide sensor. For selfies, there is a 20-megapixel pop-up camera up front.

Disclaimer: The author is currently in New Delhi on the invite of Xiaomi India.

Here's how emojis on iOS 13 or iPadOS powered Apple device will look like

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Here are all the new emojis we'll see on iOS 13.

Apple announced the latest iOS, macOS, watchOS and iPadOS versions at the WWDC conference 2019. While the operating systems are available as a part of a public beta program, they have not been officially rolled out yet. Since the roll-out date is coming closer, Apple has decided to announce the new emojis coming to all of its platforms this year.

Apple is adding emojis that focus more on diversifying human emojis. First, the company has introduced emojis that depict human relations of two people with two different skin tones. Additionally, the company has brought in some disability emojis, including hearing aids, mechanical arms and legs, wheelchairs, guide dogs and more.

There is also a new yawning emoji alongside new dresses including a saree, swimsuit and more. Apart from that, Apple has also added new animals that include orangutan, skunk, sloth and flamingo. Also, there are new food items, such as onion, garlic, waffle, falafel, butter and oyster.

Also Read: Apple discontinues iPhone 6, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus and iPhone SE in India

All the new emojis that are being added to iOS, iPadOS, macOS and watchOS are a part of the recently announced Emoji version 12.0. The new version has already been implemented by Microsoft Windows as well as Twitter. Also, Google is working on bringing the latest version on their upcoming version of Android.

Apple will be adding these new emojis to the upcoming updates of all of its platforms. However, we will need to wait at least until September as that is when the global rollout of iOS 13 is scheduled for.

Apple discontinues iPhone 6, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus and iPhone SE in India

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Apple discontinues iPhone 6S and older models in India.

Apple currently sells a variety of iPhones in India, which include the iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone 7 and more. Now, the company has finally discontinued the iPhone 6, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus as well as the iPhone SE in the country. This piece of news can be quite shocking for those who were looking to buy an iPhone on a tight budget.

Earlier older iPhones used to sell well in the Indian market due to the lower price point. However, as the Android phones are getting better with players like Poco F1 and Redmi K20 entering the game. So, the discontinuation of these older iPhones should not make a huge difference.

With the loss of these iPhones, we have also lost a few nostalgic things like the design of the iPhone SE that we have loved from the days of iPhone 5. Also, the iPhone 6S was the last Apple smartphone to sport a headphone jack and it was the first device to feature the beloved 3D touch feature.

Also Read: Is buying an Apple iPhone SE worth it in 2019?

Now, the people who are willing to buy the cheapest iPhone possible will need to layover their eyes onto the iPhone 7, which is available at a starting price of Rs. 39,900. However, we would highly recommend spending some extra money and going in with the latest Apple iPhone XR, which brings fresh new design, exciting colour variants and a ton of exciting features.

PUBG Mobile 0.13.5 beta update is out: How to download, what's new and more

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PUBG Mobile is finally receiving the 0.13.5 beta update.

PUBG or PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds Mobile is one of the most popular battle royale games available right now. Tencent Games manages to secure the spot by constantly rolling out updates to make the user experience better. With the upcoming 0.13.5 update, the game will introduce features like HDR mode, a new submachine gun and more.

While the global roll-out date is yet to be announced, the company has finally rolled out the beta version of the PUBG Mobile 0.13.5 update. The global version is expected to be available sometime later this month.

As far as the changelog is concerned, the PUBG Mobile 0.13.5 update is all about the new HDR option. While the option has been there for a while, users can finally activate it to get a true HDR experience. It will bring better colours and a higher contrast ratio. However, as this requires more rendering, it will only be available on select high-end devices. Users can activate it from Settings > Graphics.

Apart from that, there is a new submachine gun called PP-19, which will use 9mm ammo. It will also get a detachable oversized magazine that holds 53 rounds at a time. It comes with a single shot damage of 35 and a shot speed similar to the UMP.

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Another big change that comes with the new update is the addition of Season 8. The new season also gets a redesigned interface, which is supposed to be more attractive and intuitive. It also brings a new outfit at Gold tier, Season-exclusive weapon finishes at Diamond tier, special team-joining effect and name tags at Crown tier and a permanent season title at Ace tier.

TataSky brings unlimited plans starting at Rs 590 for its broadband users

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TataSky broadband is currently available across 21 cities in India.

While TataSky mainly focuses on its DTH business, the company has been expanding its broadband services lately. The services are currently available across 21 cities in India. In order to attract more customers, the company has just announced unlimited data offers for its subscribers.

With the new plans out on the portfolio, the unlimited plans now start a just Rs. 590. These plans vary from city to city. With these new plans, the company is trying to give a tough competition to the Reliance Jio GigaFiber. Once Jio rolls out its services, they are expected to bundle Wi-Fi, TV and landline services.

TataSky has introduced quite a few unlimited data plans, which include a Rs. 590 plan that provides 16 Mbps speeds with a free router and data rollover services. Apart from that, there are Rs. 700 and Rs. 800 plans for 25 Mbps and 50 Mbps plans respectively. For higher speeds like 75 Mbps and 100 Mbps, users will need to spend Rs. 1,100 and Rs. 1,300 respectively. The above prices are only for the Ahemdabad region.

Also, unlike most of the plans listed above, the flagship 100 Mbps plan does not have any sort of data cap, which means users can consistently enjoy high-speed data.

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TataSky is offering three months plans with 30 Mbps, 50 Mbps and 100 Mbps speed at Rs. 2,847, Rs. 3,447 and Rs. 4,197 respectively.

As for Delhi-NCR, Mumbai and other regions, the company is offering 3 months, 6 months and yearly plans. The plans begin at Rs. 999 for 25 Mbps and go all the way up to Rs. 1,599 for 100 Mbps.

Top 5 Amazon Prime Day deals in India: OnePlus 7, Samsung Galaxy M40 and more

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Samsung Galaxy M40 gets a special colour variant for the Prime Day Sale.

Amazon has announced its Prime Day Sale where they will be offering exciting deals on a wide range of products. Amazon Prime Day Sale is scheduled to kick off on July 15 and will go on until July 16. While the range of products includes a huge portfolio, we have gathered a list of top five deals on smartphones and other gadgets.

Samsung Galaxy M40

Samsung Galaxy M40 comes with a 6.3-inch TFT display with a resolution of 2340x1080 pixels. The smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 processor. While the smartphone is already on sale at a starting price of Rs. 19,990, the e-commerce website is collaborating with Samsung to introduce a limited edition Cocktail Orange colour variant.

Nokia 6.1 Plus

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Nokia 6.1 Plus is a part of Google's Android One program

Nokia 6.1 Plus smartphone comes with a 5.8-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2280x1080 pixels. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor coupled with an Adreno 509 GPU. While the phone is currently available for Rs. 13,999, it will come down to just Rs. 11,999 during the prime day sale.

Nokia 8.1

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Nokia 8.1 comes with a notched display.

The much popular Nokia 8.1 smartphone features a 6.18-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2280x1080 pixels. It comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 processor coupled with an Adreno 616 GPU. The smartphone usually goes on sale for a price of Rs. 19,999 but during the prime day sale, it will get a discount of Rs. 1,500, which means the price will come down to Rs. 18,499.

Oppo F11 Pro

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Oppo F11 Pro offers a FullView display.

Oppo F11 Pro is not getting any sort of discount during the Prime Day Sale but it is getting a new colour. Just like the Samsung Galaxy M40, the Oppo F11 Pro is also getting a new colour variant called Waterfall Grey. The smartphone will be available with a price tag of Rs. 23,990.

Samsung Galaxy Gear S3

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Samsung Galaxy Gear S3 comes with a roatating bezel.

Samsung Galaxy Gear S3 smartwatch is also receiving a price cut during the Prime Day Sale this year. The smartwatch will be available for under Rs. 20,000. Unfortunately, the exact price has not been revealed yet.

Top 5 smart bulbs: Mi Smart Bulb, Philips Hue and more

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Mi LED smart bulb has a lot to offer for Rs. 1,299.

We have started relying on our smartphones or our voice assistants for most of our work. The introduction of smart bulbs gives us more control in the palm of our hands. These bulbs allow us to turn them on or off and change colours without event getting up from our comfort zone. Here are the top five smart bulbs available in India.

Mi LED Smart Bulb

Xiaomi India recently launched the Mi Smart Bulb in India for an attractive price tag of just Rs. 1,299.  The smart bulb does not require any sort of bridge, which makes it just a plug and play device. Users can control the bulb using the Mi Smart Home app or they can even link their Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant with the smart bulb.

Philips Hue

Philips Hue is one of the most popular ranges of LED smart bulbs. Unlike, the Mi Smart Bulb, the Philips Hue lights require a bridge, which means the setup process can include some hassle. As they are smart bulbs, they can be controlled by the user using the Philips Hue mobile app or through voice commands via Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.

Syska Smart Bulb

Syska's 7W Smart Bulb is available for just Rs. 799. Just like most of the other smart bulbs, this one is also compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. There is also a 9W variant available that just costs another Rs. 100 extra. Also, both the bulbs use the old school B22 pin type socket.

Also Read: Xiaomi Mi Smart LED Bulb review: Your first smart bulb is here

Wipro Garnet Smart Light

In case you are looking for the cheapest smart bulb in the market, the Wipro Garnet might be the right option for you. The smart light is available for just Rs. 699 on the e-commerce website Amazon India. While it can be controlled via a smartphone using the Wipro Smart Home app, it also works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

TP-Link SmartLight

The popular networking company TP Link also have their own range of smart lights. The TP Link smart light is available for a price of Rs. 2,499. It is also compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

Lunar Eclipse in July 2019: How to see the Chandra Grahan in India?

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The lunar eclipse will be visible on July 17.

Bangalore might be facing some weather issues due to this Lunar eclipse named ‘Half-blood thunder moon eclipse’.  As per the reports, Bangalore is said to get its second lunar eclipse this year which will take place on July 17th, Wednesday at around 1.30 am to 4.30 am. The experts suggest that the lunar eclipse can be visible to the people for about three to four hours. This lunar eclipse is a partial eclipse, which can be visible from Bangalore on Tuesday midnight.

The Earth’s shadow will split the moon from the middle, leaving the eclipsed part of the moon to appear copper-reddish in colour. This lunar eclipse is a very rare eclipse which can be seen even with naked eyes.

The director of Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium Mr Pramod Galgali from Bengaluru said that “This time the lunar eclipse will be a partial one".

He also added "This occurs when the Earth comes between the sun and the moon, but not completely. Some part of the moon is covered by the central part of the Earth that forms a shadow on the moon causing the partial eclipse. Terms like blood moon and super moon are being coined these days to refer to the appearance of the moon during the eclipse. The eclipsed part of the moon will have a reddish hue to it, even if it doesn’t turn completely red.”

A team from Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium are organising an event for the people who can view this lunar eclipse better. Mr Pramod Galgali also said “We will set up telescopes for the people, but we are uncertain whether people will be turning up in large numbers since it will be the middle of the night. Clouds might also obstruct the viewing of the eclipse.”