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South Korean electronics brand Samsung has launched a UV steriliser for smartphones and other accessories. Priced at Rs 3,599, Samsung says that the device can be used to disinfect Galaxy smartphones, Galaxy Buds and smartwatch, among others in just 10 minutes. The steriliser box comes with dual UV lights that can disinfect the top and bottom surface of items placed inside. The UV steriliser is manufactured by Samsung C&T, a partner of the Samsung Mobile Accessory Partnership Program (SMAPP). It will be available from early August 2020 at all retail stories across the country. The box can also be purchased via Samsung official online store. According to the tests, the Samsung UV Sterilizer is said to effectively kill up to 99% of the bacteria and germs that includes E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans. The tests were conducted by two independent certification institutes- Intertek and SGS. Samsung UV steriliser is said to automatically switch off after 10 … [Read more...] about Samsung launches UV sterilizer for your smartphone and other gadgets

It's patent season, and Apple's been awarded a new one for a device that could be worn "as a wrist-watch device". Sounds like an iWatch to us. The patent document also suggests it could be a pendant device, headphone device, earpiece device (hello, earputers) or other miniature device or media player, so there's no guarantee this is the oft-rumoured iWatch. The reason for all the could-bes and maybes is that this is a concept design patent rather than a design patent - which means that the look of the device could change drastically before it hits the market (and that's if it even does). That said... But take a look at this technical drawing and tell us that doesn't look like a smartwatch-face: The patent document suggests that such a device could include a camera, as well as an antenna and light sensor, and that the housing - the body of the the thing - could be curved. (Image courtesy: Patently Apple) It's not clear if the device would come with a touchscreen or … [Read more...] about This patent makes the iWatch more official than ever before

Samsung is set to make a big splash in the Indian TV market with more than 20 new smart TVs. It is expected that the new smart TVs will launch as soon as the next week. These new TVs from Samsung will be available across price range starting from Rs 20,000 and go up Rs 2.4 lakh. The new smart TVs from Samsung will include ultra HD models as well. With the TVs expected to be in different price range, Samsung is targeting a wide range of consumers. Samsung has been one of the biggest players in the market which has seen a lot of activity with brands like Xiaomi, OnePlus, TCL among others have been making their presence felt. By offering more models across price range, Samsung is looking to make a bigger dent in the market. Xiaomi has been the market leader whereas other brands from China have been catching up as well. While other features and specifications remain unknown, we can expect Samsung to include features like Personal Computer Mode, Home Cloud, Live Cast and Music Player. … [Read more...] about Samsung has a new plan to dominate the smart TV market

The Union Human Resource Development ministry is preparing to extend the flagship mid-day meal scheme to pre-primary classes and to introduce breakfast for junior classes. It also plans to launch a Rs 60,900 crore scheme to provide laptops/devices to over 4 crore college students over the next five years, to bridge the digital divide. The plan for laptops comes at a time when the education system is faced with the challenge of running nearly an entire academic session in online mode due to Covid-19 and is grappling with the reality of a huge chunk of students being left out due to the lack of access to computers and internet. ET has learnt that both proposals were put forward by the HRD ministry at a meeting of the 15th Finance Commission which was chaired by chairman NK Singh and attended by the union HRD minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank. MEALS AT SCHOOL The Department of School Education is preparing to move the Expenditure Finance Committee followed by the Cabinet Committee on … [Read more...] about HRD ministry seeks funds for free laptops for college students

Consumer technology brand Xiaomi has announced its six-day long Independence Day sale that starts from August 6 and will go on till August 11. As part of the sale, the company is set to offer discounts on a range of products including smartphones, TVs, audio products, laptops and more. These discounted products can be purchased from Xiaomi’s official website as well as Mi Home and retail outlets. Here’s taking a look at some of the products that will be available at s discount: Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro: Up to Rs 6,000 off The 6GB RAM and 128GB variant of the Redmi K20 Pro that is currently selling for Rs 28,999 will be available for Rs 22,999 after a discount of Rs 6,000. The company has not revealed whether or not the other variant of the smartphone that offers 8GB RAM and 256GB storage will be available on sale or not. Xiaomi Note 9 Pro: Up to Rs 3,000 offCurrently selling at Rs 16,999, this smartphone will be selling at Rs 13,999 during the sale. Redmi Note 9 Pro Max: … [Read more...] about Xiaomi Independence Day Sale: Discounts on Redmi K20 Pro, Note 9 Pro Max, Redmi Power Banks and other gadgets announced