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  • Razer launches new thermal cases for iPhones and Razer Phone 2

    Razer launches new thermal cases for iPhones and Razer Phone 2

    Razer has launched several mobile cases for its Razer Phone 2, as well as for iPhones. Dubbed as ‘Razer Artech mobile cases’, the new range features a unique thermal cooling technology designed to keep temperatures down in phones to prevent overheating.

    Razer calls the cooling system ‘Thermaphene,’ a proprietary technology designed to help keep the temperature down in mobile devices. Heat dissipation is one of the pivotal issues found in smartphones, which is not easy to achieve given the size constraints. And Razer claims that the cooling technology in its cases can drastically reduce the temperature in smartphones, especially during intensive usage. Razer Arctech cases managed to maintain temperatures by up to 6-degree Celsius lower, compared to other similar cases.

    “The Arctech cases feature a combination of thermally-conductive layers to effectively dissipate heat, allowing for better phone performance and improved battery life. They have been designed to allow unhindered network connectivity, ensuring smooth gameplay and video streaming as well as working seamlessly with Qi-certified wireless chargers,” explained Razer.

    Razer Artech mobile cases are available for the latest iPhone 11 range, along with the iPhone Xr, iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, and the Razer Phone 2. The new range of cases includes the Artech Slim and Artech Pro. As the name suggests, the Slim version is sleek and doesn’t make the phone bulky, while the Pro range is slightly on the chunkier side to offer more protection.

    The Razer Artech Slim is priced at $29.99, while the Artech Pro gets a price tag of $39.99. Besides, there’s a Razer Artech Pro THS Edition priced at $49.99. It comes with a scratch-resistant backplate, four absorbent shock sidewalls, and can withstand drops from 10ft/3m.

    Apart from Artech mobile cases, Razer has also launched the Blue Screen light protector at $39.99. As the name suggests, it is designed to protect the display and prevent screen glare and eye strain. All these new products are now available for purchase via Amazon and Razer.com.

  • Samsung Galaxy Fit now available at $99.99

    Samsung Galaxy Fit now available at $99.99

    Samsung’s latest activity tracker, the Galaxy Fit, is now available for purchase via Samsung’s official website for $99.99. Key specifications on the Samsung Galaxy Fit include a 0.95-inch AMOLED display, Cortex M33F processor, 2MB of RAM, and 32MB of storage.

    It gets fuelled by a 120mAh battery which Samsung claims should last up to a week on a single charge. The Galaxy Fit also pairs up with your smartphone via Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. Besides, it also gets water ressistant capabilties and comes with MIL-STD-810G ruggedness.

    In terms of fitness tracking features, the Galaxy Fit can track up to 90 exercies. Besides, it can automatically detect exercies such as walking, running, cycling, rowing, and elliptical. It can also track sleep as well as heart rate. Besides, the new activity tracker can also track other health goals through Samsung’s Health app. Overall, the Galaxy Fit comes equipped with all features you’re looking for in an all-round fitness tracker, in a lightweight package.

    Aside from the Galaxy Fit, Samsung also launched the Galaxy Fit e. It comes with all the fitness tracking capabilties of the regular fit, though at a more affordable price point. The only difference being that the Galaxy Fit e comes with a monochrome display and has a 70mAh battery.

    The Galaxy Fit is offered in a choice of black and silver colors while the Galaxy Fit e comes in black, white, and yellow. The Galaxy Fit gets a price tag of $99.99 in the US, while shipments start on June 18. However, the Galaxy Fit e is not yet listed on Samsung’s US site yet.

  • Next-Gen Airpods could feature health tracking capabilities

    Next-Gen Airpods could feature health tracking capabilities

    Apple’s second generation AirPods are expected to be announced this year. And the latest information about the lightning pods suggests they could come with health monitoring capabilities. According to a report by DigiTimes, several Apple suppliers such as Compeq Manufacturing, Flexium Interconnect, and more are working on the development of next-gen AirPods.

    However, the report hasn’t delved into specific details. For instance, there’s no information as to what kind of health monitoring features next AirPods will come with.

    Although, such news shouldn’t come as a surprise as Apple has invested heavily in health monitoring. The latest Apple Watch Series 4 is good example in this context. As it comes with health-focused features such as ECG monitoring and other features such as fall detection.

    The success of the Apple Watch 4 primarily because of its fitness tracking features has reportedly convinced Apple to invest heavily in the fitness tracking market. This essentially implies that Apple is all-in on health tracking Hence, we can expect next-gen Apple products to come with fitness oriented features.

    Elsewhere, the report also suggests that upcoming AirPods might also get a major design overhaul. But then again, no specifcs were added in the report. That said, the report did mention that second generation AirPods could launch in the first half of 2019.

  • AT&T working on a 2-in-1 portable charger for iPhone and Apple Watch

    AT&T working on a 2-in-1 portable charger for iPhone and Apple Watch

    It appears AT&T plans to join the lucrative and ever-growing wireless charger accessory market. As according to an FCC filing, the carrier is allegedly working on a 2-in-1 iPhone and Apple Watch charger that also houses a 3000mAh battery for charging on-the-move.

    The filing also reveals the name of this accessory, which AT&T calls the Power Drum Wireless charger and Apple Watch Power Bank. Not to mention, it’ll also work with any smartphone that supports the Qi wireless charging standard.

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    Going by the the diagram shown in the filing, the top of the Power Drum serves as Qi charging pad for your iPhone or any Qi-compatible smartphone. Besides, the device integrates Apple Watch charger on the front. The hardware supports output of up to 10W, though it can be dialed back to 7.5W for iPhones.

    You can find the complete documentation of the Power Drum below:

    • Made for: Apple Watch Series 3, Apple Watch Series 2, Apple Watch Series 1, Apple Watch (1st generation)
    • 2-in-1 portable charger, charges an Apple Watch and Qi-enabled wireless device simultaneously
    • 3000mAh capacity battery
    • Built-in magnetic charging module for Apple Watch
    • LED charge indicators
    • Input: Micro USB
    • Output: up to 10W on select wireless charging devices and up to 5W on Apple Watch

    As we can see in the documentation above, it does not mention support for the Apple Watch 4. That said, it’s highly unlikely the accessory won’t support the latest Apple Watch. It only implies that AT&T began working on the Power Drum nearly a year ago.

    As far as pricing goes, the documnetaion suggests the Power Drum will set you back by $99.99. However, there’s no mention when the carrier will start shipping the device. We’ll update you as soon as we hear anything new. Until then, keep checking back for more.

  • Apple Music subscribers can get the HomePod at a lower price

    Apple Music subscribers can get the HomePod at a lower price

    Apple is now offering promo codes to Apple Music subscribers that gives them a chance to buy HomePod at a discounted price. That said, it’s a holiday-themed promotion and is available for a limited period of time only.

    As of now, customers in the UK have received codes worth £50, which brings down the price of the HomePod to £269. Apple is sending emails to users who’ve tried Apple Music. These emails contain a button style link which includes the promo code, and users redirected to the official Apple website with the promotional offer applied.

    Preliminary reports indicate that only customers in the UK have received such promo codes. These codes are valid only until December 16, so you only have a couple of days to take advantage of the deal.

    Besides, even if you get the promo code from a friend of yours, the code will most likely be accepted during checkout at the Apple Store. Not to mention, users shouldn’t worry about a phishing attack if they receive an email from Apple asking to ‘Get Your Promo Code’, as it’s a legitimate email.

    However, at the time of wriitng, it’s still unclear whether similar offers will be available in other regions across th globe. We’ll update this article as soon as we hear anything new. Until then, keep checking back for more.

  • Black Friday 2018: Microsoft announces huge discounts on several Surface variants

    Black Friday 2018: Microsoft announces huge discounts on several Surface variants

    Microsoft has announced major Black Friday discounts for several Surface variants, including the latest Surface Go model. These deals include lucrative offers for the Surface Laptop 2, Surface Pro 6, Surface Pro, and the Surface Go. Besides, Microsoft is also offering attractive discounts on special bundles which include several accessories.

    To begin with, Microsoft is offering a bundle which inlcudes the Surface Pro 6 and a Type Cover, giving buyers a chance to save up to $330. Meanwhile, the Surface Pro bundle with Platinum Type Cover is available at a discount of $310.

    Besides, Microsoft has also announced price cuts for the Surface Go launched earlier this year.  It sports a compact design and is the cheapest Surface model to date, featuring a 10-inch display, Intel Pentium Gold processor, and up to 8GB of RAM. The Surface Go with 54GB of storage is available at $349, down $50 from the original price. While the Surface Go with 128GB is also available at a discount of $50.

    Finally, Microsoft has also announced huge Black Friday discounts for the Surface Laptop 2. You can get a discount of up to $300 by purchasing the device via the company’s official store. Not to mention, Microsoft has announced other Black Friday discounts for a range of products as well. For more information on Surface deals on the Microsoft Store, head over to the source link below.