Electronics_For_You_July_2017

116 July 2017 | electronics for you http://www.efymag.com

GizMo ByTes

Google to make file backup

much simpler

Google is launching a new tool called

Backup and Sync, which will help users

to easily backup all their important files

and photos to the cloud. The tool will be

compatible with Macs and PCs and is said

to be the latest version of ‘Google Drive

for Mac/PC,’ which is integrated with

the Google Photos desktop uploader. The

backed-up photos and videos can be found

in Google Photos and Google Drive.

Snapchat launches location-

sharing feature ‘Snap Map’

Snapchat’s new Snap Map feature lets

you share your current location, which

appears to friends on a map and updates

when you open Snapchat. The feature was

rolled out recently to all iOS and Android

users globally. You can choose from three

visibility options: share your location with

all your friends or a few ‘select’ friends,

or disappear from the map by going into

Ghost Mode or not opening Snapchat for

a few hours.

AI-enabled health coach app for

fitness wearables

An Indian start-up, Boltt, has developed

a range of fitness wearables such as

‘smart’ shoes and bands, integrated with

an artificial intelligence (AI) app that

provides users a personalised feedback,

based on their real-time performance and

training. The app uses statistics and data

captured from the connected devices to

help make better training and running

decisions. The Siri-like voice provides

real-time coaching and in-ear dynamic

audio feedback.

Microsoft Pix can now turn your

iPhone photos into art

Microsoft is rolling out an update to its AI-

powered photo editing app, Microsoft Pix,

which allows you to transform your photos

into works of art, and use other effects. For

example, one effect will make the picture

look like it’s on fire. These are not photo

filters, to be clear—the styles actually

transfer texture, pattern and tones to the

photo, explains Microsoft. The app has been

launched with eleven styles included, but

more will be added soon.

Amkette Pocket speaker has built-in MP3, FM radio, USB/SD card playback, re-
chargeable and replaceable battery with 12-hour backup, and LED digital clock.
The in-built torch will be your guiding light on a trek or when there’s a blackout.
If you’re a radio fanatic, worry no more because this speaker allows you to type
in the number of your favourite radio channel directly without getting into the hassle
of scanning other channels. Amkette Pocket also happens to be the perfect compan-
ion to laptops and PCs, so you can listen to playlists uninterrupted.

The prices, features and specifications are based on information provided to us, or as available on various websites and portals. EFY cannot vouch for their accuracy.

Bluetooth smart watch

Make and receive calls, and
get Whatsapp notifications

PTron has launched its new
Bluetooth smartwatch, Sporty
S1, which is available exclusively
on LatestOne.com. The smart-
watch has a 5x4.8x1cm^3 dial, with
band made up of silica gel. It is
powered by a built-in 380mAh re-
chargeable polymer battery, which
takes up 30-60 minutes to charge
completely. The battery supports
standby of seven days and talk
time of eight hours.
Featuring Bluetooth 3.0 and
touch screen, the smartwatch sup-
ports phonebook, SMS and Whats
App notifications, call answering
and dialling, pedometer, remote
camera and music. It supports
both iOS and Android.

a fusion of latest technology and

stylish design

Asus Android Tablet

ASUS has announced a premium

25.6cm (10.1-inch) Android tablet,

ZenPad 10 (Z301ML/MFL). The tablet

features a fashion-inspired design with

clean lines, embossed woven texture

and polished metallic frame. The

expansive Full HD (Z301MFL) or HD

(Z301ML) IPS display features ASUS

Tru2Life and ASUS TruVivid technology

for comprehensive visual optimisation.

Dual front-facing speakers, with sup-

port for DTS-HD Premium Sound and

DTS Headphone:X virtual 7.1 surround-

sound, render enhanced audio experi-

ences.

The tablet is powered by a high-

capacity, 4650mAh battery, which

delivers up to 13 hours of video play-

back. Reversible USB-C port provides

easy connections and convenient

charging.

Portable media speaker

fit for travellers

Amkette Pocket

Price

` 12,999

Price

` 1299

Price

Not

announced

yet

Price

` 1399

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