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Sony introduces new X-series 4K HDR TVs with Android Nougat

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Sony India announced new 4K HDR television series that offer more brightness and higher contrast. As per Sony, the new BRAVIA range makes the best use of 4K HDR by combining the image processor and display device technology.

The new TV range will use Sony’s 4K HDR Processor X1 Extreme. The new models X9500E and X9300E series features Slim Backlight Drive+, that as per Sony is an improved LED Backlight technology allowing more precise accurate local diming control compared to a conventional Backlight Drive.

The highlight of the new X series is that the TVs runs on the latest Android TV version 7.0 (Nougat) with Sony’s exclusive user interface. Sony has also provided direct access keys on the remote for applications like YouTube, NetFlix and Google Play. One can also connect their smartphones to the TV and broadcast their Pictures, Video or Music from the phone.

There are six TVs in the series and are priced in the range of Rs. 200,000 to Rs. 400, 000.

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Xiaomi confirms foldable phone in a video

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There are very few companies right now who are working on a foldable phone and China’s Xiaomi is the latest company to confirm. Today in a video, Xiaomi President and Co-founder Bin Lin is seen using a foldable phone. The video does not reveal much but considering the prototype stage the device is in right […]

Amazon now bundles Alexa Voice Remote with Fire TV Stick

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Amazon has quietly updated the product page of its regular Fire TV Stick, which will now be bundled with the new Alexa Voice Remote. The updated bundle will be available from next week but customers can pre-order it at the same price of Rs. 3,999. For users who are not looking to buy a new […]

Audible is now in India

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Amazon’s premium audiobook service, Audible has officially launched in the Indian market. While the service was live at audible.in for a few months as closed beta, the service was opened to the public during Diwali last week.  Audible India brings a selection of more than 200,000 audiobooks, including from some Indian classic and contemporary authors. […]

Prime Video now supports Hindi

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Amazon has a good mix of Hindi as well as regional language content in its Prime Video library and the next step to localise the service is to introduce Indic languages that will allow users to scroll through the app in their preferred language. The first Indic language to be available is Hindi that can […]

The new Kindle Paperwhite is now waterproof

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Amazon’s best selling Kindle got a meaty upgrade with a new thinner and lighter design. Measuring at 8.18mm, it is the thinnest the thinnest Kindle Paperwhite yet with a flush-front design and a soft back. The device is now IPX8 rated that is designed to withstand accidental water splashes (up to two meters of fresh […]

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