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HIGHLIGHTS PS VR sees some minor hardware revisions These include slimmer cables and better earphone integration The new model number for this PS VR version is CUH-ZVR2 Sony has announced a new, updated  PlayStation VR  (PS VR) headset. It will improve on the design of the existing PS VR unit in several ways, though none of them monumental enough to warrant trading yours in for a new one or waiting for it to hit the market (it has no release date yet). The news was made public via an update to the PS VR FAQ on Sony's PlayStation blog. "A hardware update to PlayStation VR is being prepared. The new version, model number CUH-ZVR2, features an updated design that enables the stereo headphone cables to be integrated with the VR headset and a slimmer, streamlined connection cable. There’s also an updated Processor Unit that supports HDR pass through, enabling users to enjoy HDR-compatible PS4 content on a TV without having to disconnect the Processor Unit in between t...

CHINESE  smartphone maker  Zopo  has launched two budget smartphones for the Indian market. Dubbed as Flash X1 and Flash X2, both handsets boast of having an bezel-less display with 18:9 screen ratio, which was seen in  Samsung Galaxy  S8 and  LG  G6. These smartphones were globally launched at the IFA 2017 in Berlin, last month. The  Zopo Flash X1  and  Flash X2  smartphones are priced at Rs 6,999 and Rs 8,999 respectively, making them the cheapest handsets in India to have an Infinity display. The handsets will go on sale next month and will be available both online and offline. However, as of now, it is not confirmed whether it will be available across online e-commerce marketplaces or exclusively on one. Specifications The Zopo Flash X1 features a 5.5-inch HD IPS display of 640x1280p resolution. It is powered by a 1.3Ghz 64-bit quad-core MT6737 processor coupled with 2GB RAM. The handset is backed by a 2500mAh batte...

Smartphones are more important to our lives than ever. From letting you capture life's greatest moments to finishing off mundane tasks like paying bills, its amazing how a slab of metal and glass has become the cornerstone of our existence. With that in mind, shouldn't you get a smartphone that does everything and more at a price that doesn't cost a kidney or two? Thankfully Japanese handset maker Panasonic has you covered with the Panasonic Eluga Ray 700. Here's why the Panasonic Eluga Ray 700 should be your next smartphone. 1. Looks matter The Panasonic Eluga Ray 700 sports a sleek metallic unibody design. This gives it a premium fit and finish that feels good to hold and makes it stand out from the crowd. With three fantastic colours to choose from - Mocha Gold, Marine Blue, and Champagne Gold - the Panasonic Eluga Ray 700 is stunning regardless of your hue of choice. 2. Super specs for a super you The Panasonic Eluga Ray 700 comes with 1.3GHz Octa Core- MTK6...

HIGHLIGHTS Nokia 8 is tipped to launch on August 16 The smartphone is expected to be priced at EUR 589 The Nokia 8 flagship sports a vertical dual camera setup at the back Nokia 8  will finally launch tonight at an event in London, ending months of speculations and leaks surrounding it. The event will see the unveiling of the true  Nokia  Android flagship smartphone, which will take its position atop the current Nokia portfolio, above  Nokia 6 ,  Nokia 5 , and  Nokia 3  mid-range and entry-level handsets. With the Nokia 8 launch, the company will have the arsenal to take on the likes of upcoming heavyweights  iPhone 8  and  Samsung Galaxy Note 8 , along with the other major smartphones launching at IFA 2017. Interested in finding out more about the Nokia handset, and can't wait for the launch? We have you covered, with the Nokia 8 price, specifications, features, and other details you can look forward to in a couple of d...

HIGHLIGHTS The Note 8 features an S-Pen stylus and dual rear cameras Barring battery life and weight, this phone excels in every respect The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is priced at Rs. 67,900 Samsung’s  Galaxy Note series phones have set benchmarks for the company, featuring the absolute best it has to offer in terms of mobile technology. The big differentiating factor from the S series has been bigger screens and the  S-Pen stylus, and this formula has worked well for Samsung for years now. However, ever since the  Galaxy S6 Edge+ , the company has been fragmenting its S series too, offering multiple sizes, thereby slowly bridging the gap between the S and the Note series. The Note brand took a hit because of the fiasco that was the Galaxy Note 7, but clearly, Samsung loyalists weren’t going to let it fade into the history books. According to the company, The  Note 8  has seen  a record number  of preorders and that demand has been...

The Good   Cellular connection works well for phone calls, email, Siri and messages. Music now syncs more easily. Improvements in fitness tracking and added watch faces. Adds barometer to GPS and swimproofing. Same overall size as last year’s watch. The Bad  Battery life takes a major hit when making calls or during GPS workouts. 42mm cellular model is expensive, and that’s before monthly wireless service and Apple Music fees. Still requires an iPhone to set up and pair with. The Bottom Line   The Apple Watch Series 3 is the best overall smartwatch you can buy, but battery limitations and add-on fees keep it from being a must-have upgrade. I spend a lot of time with a phone in my face. That's why I was attracted to the  original Apple Watch . It sold the fantasy of a watch-as-phone: An iPhone Micro on my wrist. One less gadget. But because the Apple Watch had to be paired to my iPhone to do anything constructive, the phone never went away. I just ende...

Hands on: iPhone X review The most important iPhone ever launched The iPhone X is one of the most exciting phones released this decade – but not because it offers anything particularly innovative or new.  It’s exciting because it’s the most radical redesign of an iPhone yet, tying together a number of key trends in the industry and adding in a level of polish that will attract legions of Apple fans to upgrade, and spend another couple of years in the iCycle. But this change doesn’t come cheap, and nor will it appeal to those who enjoy a degree of continuity in their upgrades.  This is a new way of interacting with your  iPhone , a way that allows you to enjoy more of iOS at any one time, and alters the way you use apps with the increased screen size. Update:  The iPhone X is capable of fast charging - but you'll need to buy a special cable. We've also added in some thoughts about the 'lip' and how it affects the use of apps. iPhone X release d...