Get it for: 29,990 rupees
Enhancement: Battery duration
Even Apple’s harshest critics will have to admit that the Cupertino-based tech giant changed the game in the wearable market with the Apple Watch. However, the watch remains elusive for many, due to the price, and retains an air of exclusivity, due to the limitations of the Apple ecosystem. This is where Samsung made a smart move with its Galaxy Watch to hook those who want a smartwatch that they can use with their Android phones. The Galaxy Watch 3 is Samsung’s latest salvo on the Apple Watch.
The Galaxy Watch 3 comes in two sizes, 41mm and 45mm, and it features a leather strap, which is comfortable and looks stylish. It has a traditional circular design and a rotating bezel that can be used to navigate the interface. The bezel works perfectly and is quite pleasant to use. There are two buttons on the right side of the watch for the start / stop and return / start functions.
The Galaxy Watch 3 is heavier but comfortable for everyday use. The 1.4-inch Super AMOLED screen is really bright and even in outdoor conditions the texts are easy to read. The always-on display feature is present on the Galaxy Watch 3.
We tested the Watch 3 with the Galaxy S20 and the iPhone 11 Pro Max. Needless to say, it works best with an Android phone.
The only way the Galaxy Watch 3 scores highly over the Apple Watch is the battery. At best, the Apple Watch lasts no more than 18 hours, but the Galaxy Watch 3 can easily last a day and a half.
The Galaxy Watch 3 runs TizenOS, which is not as good as watchOS but is easy to understand and navigate. The rotating bezel, a standout feature of Samsung watches, made it very easy to use.
The Galaxy Watch 3 comes with the Exynos 9110 dual-core processor and has 1GB of RAM and 8GB of onboard storage. There are also sensors like accelerometer, barometer, and gyroscope. Health and fitness features like heart rate monitor and sleep tracking work very well on the Watch 3.
At Rs 29,990, the Galaxy Watch 3 is arguably the world’s best Android smartwatch due to its design, features, and ease of use.
-The writer is with gadgetsnow.com
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Technology in times of Covid-19
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the world as we knew it. With almost the entire world locked up and a large number of people in quarantine, the struggle to meet basic needs is affecting the health of the global citizen.
However, the current crisis did not stop some of the world’s best smartphone makers from launching their flagship phones. Several smartphone manufacturers, such as Oppo, OnePlus, Xiaomi and Huawei, held ‘online only’ launch events and announced the launch of their next phones.
In an attempt to live up to the expectations of tech enthusiasts amid the global pandemic, smartphone makers brought their A-game and released nifty pieces of devices that ran on high tech. Here’s a look at all the smartphones that were released during the pandemic.
iPhone SE
Industries and companies around the world are being affected due to the Covid-19 crisis and the global economy is in bad shape. On April 15, to appeal to consumers struggling to copy in a grim economic environment, Apple released an entry-level iPhone SE, which costs $ 399 (roughly Rs 30,642).
Apple made the announcement in a statement, forgoing the usual flashy product launch events of recent years.
Apple CEO Tim Cook, who has hosted major media events in the past, limited his comments to one tweet, calling the new phone “our most affordable iPhone” and a “fantastic option in our line to help you. to stay connected, informed and entertained. ” . “
Apple cut costs by omitting some of the high-end features, such as facial recognition, giving the iPhone SE a fingerprint sensor and a home screen button that fans will remember from previous generations. It has a single rear camera instead of multiple lenses on the newer iPhone 11.
(With contributions from AFP)
OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro
One of the launches that was probably the most anticipated and anticipated by tech enthusiasts around the world was the OnePlus event where the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro were revealed. The Chinese smartphone maker’s first online event took place on the 14th. April, as countries around the world struggled to cope with the Covid-19 crisis.
OnePlus 8, in terms of design, is light, curvy, and slim. In addition to Onyx Black and Glacial Green, the OnePlus 8 will be available in Interstellar Glow. It will come in two storage variants: 8GB + 128GB at $ 699 (roughly Rs 53,730) and 12GB + 256GB at $ 799 (roughly Rs 61,417).
OnePlus 8 Pro, on the other hand, has a 120Hz QHD + AMOLED display, a silky-smooth, matte touch, and increased haze levels. It will come in two storage variants: 8GB + 128GB at $ 899 (roughly Rs 69,112) and 12GB + 256GB at $ 999 (roughly Rs 76,800).
Also launched at the event were Warp Charge 30 Wireless, which charges 60 percent in 30 minutes, and the lightweight OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z.
Oppo Ace 2
With a powerful Snapdragon 865 processor, quad camera, and 40W wireless charging, Oppo Ace 2 is a force to be reckoned with in the smartphone space. The new offering from the Chinese smartphone maker was launched on April 13 when the Covid-19 pandemic had peaked in several countries around the world.
Ironically, Oppo Ace 2 was first launched in China, which is also the epicenter of the new coronavirus outbreak. Not much is known about its global availability. Interestingly, Oppo ditched the ‘Reno’ brand entirely and marketed ‘Ace’ as a completely different series.
In addition to having the fastest wireless charging, Oppo Ace 2 has a 90Hz refresh rate along with 65W wired charging support very similar to its predecessor.
The Oppo Ace 2 was launched in China for CNY 3,999 (approximately Rs 44,000) for the 8GB / 128GB version, CNY 4,399 (approximately Rs 48,000) for the 8GB / 256GB model, and CNY 4,599 (approximately Rs 50,000) for the model. 12GB / 256GB storage model.
Huawei P series
In 2020, Huawei released 3 of its long-awaited smartphone variants that are part of the P Series: P40, P40 Pro, and P40 Pro +. Huawei launched all three variants on March 26 at an online launch event.
Huawei P40 offers 5G connectivity and also the other variants, P40 Pro and P40 Pro +. P40 also comes with a HiSilicon Kirin processor and 22.5W fast charging support. It costs € 799, which is approximately Rs 66,780.
Huawei P40 Pro comes with a HiSilicon Kirin processor, a triple rear camera setup (50 MP + 40MP + 12MP), 8 GB of RAM, and a powerful 4,200 mAh battery. The P40 Pro costs € 999, which is roughly Rs 83,400.
P40 Pro +, on the other hand, also has a 4200mAh battery, offers 40W wireless charging support, 8GB of RAM along with a penta rear camera setup. P40 Pro + costs € 1,399, which is roughly Rs 1,16,891.
