TecQ: Apple, Vertu For Bentley, Windows 8 Dead, Reliance Jio LYF
Top stories from the world of technology this week.
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1. This Smartphone From Vertu Made for Bentley Will Cost Rs 6 Lakh
Vertu, the premium smartphone brand launched the Signature Touch for Bentley smartphone recently, with the starting price at $9,000, roughly Rs 6 lakh. That’s not the most powerful specifications on a phone one can get but what you get is the Bentley experience along with a luxurious body. The smartphone features two-tone Beluga and Hotspur Bentley leather and also comes with Hotspur stitching.
Read more about what you get for this price.
2. Microsoft Ends Support for Windows 8, Upgrade to Windows 8.1 Today
Microsoft has not only stopped supporting various versions of its Internet Explorer web browser, but pulled out of updating and supporting the Windows 8 operating system (OS). One must keep in mind that Windows 8.1 continues to be part of Microsoft’s OS cycle (at least until Jan 2023 they say.)
Windows 8 succeeded the popular Windows 7 and was heavily overhauled to work as a converging ecosystem that worked seamlessly on phone, tablet and PC.
Read more about the history of Windows 8 here.
3. Review: Point, Shoot & Share On-The-Go With the Canon G5X
Canon is known for its digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras, spread across varied price points. However, they also make the compact point-and-shoot camera with video capability, aimed at on-the-go photography enthusiasts. This is where, you have options like the G5X that might be small in size, but one should not underestimate its shooting prowess.
Sony has the RX100 series, Panasonic sells the Lumix LX100 in the same price bracket, so what’s the differentiating factor that Canon offers with the G5X? For Rs 49,995 we’re hoping for much more than just a camera.
Read more about this petite camera here.
4. First on The Quint: Reliance Jio-Bundled 4G LYF Earth 1 Unboxed
Reliance launched its much-awaited 4G LTE services in India recently. And now the company is launching a new phone in India called LYF Earth 1.
The Quint got an exclusive hands-on with the new phone that is rumoured to be bundled with Reliance Jio when launched. Watch the exclusive unboxing video.
5. Apple Making Wireless Earpods with iPhone 7? Yes Please
Reports indicate that iPhone 7 will come bundled with wireless earpods and we love the idea. For a phone that costs more than 60K, it’s pivotal that Apple manages to offer a premium audio experience that it is known for.
Most of us would agree that the Mac has better sound/audio drivers in comparison to most Windows PCs, and even the iPhone. So, why can’t the drivers be given the right set of audio accessories with the iPhone?
Read more on the possible wireless Airpods in the works.
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