iPhone XS v/s iPhone X: Is it worth an upgrade?

iPhone XS v/s iPhone X: Is it worth an upgrade?

Hardik Gandhi   September 13, 2018

As the successor to last year's tenth-anniversary edition iPhone X, Apple has launched the iPhone XS.
The new iPhone retains the edge-to-edge design of its predecessor but comes with an improved display and under the hood upgrades.
And given the iPhone XS is priced at $999, the same as iPhone X, the question is if it is worth the upgrade.
Here's a specifications-wise comparison.

In context: Apple iPhone XS v/s iPhone X: The differences

13 Sep 2018iPhone XS v/s iPhone X: Is it worth an upgrade?

As the successor to last year's tenth-anniversary edition iPhone X, Apple has launched the iPhone XS.
The new iPhone retains the edge-to-edge design of its predecessor but comes with an improved display and under the hood upgrades.
And given the iPhone XS is priced at $999, the same as iPhone X, the question is if it is worth the upgrade.
Here's a specifications-wise comparison.


Design At a glance

In terms of design, there's nothing new on the iPhone XS. So, you still have an edge-to-edge display with a notch that houses the front camera and Face ID module.

On the back, there's a dual camera setup and glass panel that enables wireless charging.

However, iPhone XS is now IP68 rated (iPhone X is IP67 rated) and is covered in a tougher glass.
All about the screen
DisplayAll about the screen

The iPhone XS has same 5.8-inch OLED Super Retina display with 458ppi of pixel density and 2,436x1,125 resolution.

However, Apple says the new display now offers 60% greater dynamic range of colors than its predecessor.

Further, the iPhone XS display also gets support for HDR 10, Dolby Vision, 120Hz touch sensitive, and the less-talked-about 3D Touch which debuted with the iPhone 6S.




Camera

For the shutterbugs and selfie lovers

In terms of camera, like the iPhone X, its successor sports a 12MP (f/1.8) wide-angle camera with OIS, 1.4-micron pixels, paired with a 12MP (f/2.4) telephoto lens with OIS and 2x optical zoom.

However, Apple has offered a faster sensor, a new image processing chipset that offers Smart HDR.

Up front, iPhone XS has the same 7MP TruDepth RGB camera with f/2.2 aperture.




Internals
All the important stuff

The most important upgrade is the new 7nm A12 Bionic chip which has a 6-core CPU, and a 4-core GPU.

The chipset comes paired with a new Apple-designed Neural Engine which can perform 5 trillion operations per second (600 billion operations on the older iteration).

Further, the new processor is 15% percent faster and 40% more power-efficient than the A11 chipset on iPhone X.






Sensors & Software

Lifeblood of your smartphone

In terms of software, there's the standard set of sensors you expect on a flagship smartphone.

Further, Apple's Face ID which debuted with the iPhone X, has now improved, thanks to the new Neutral Engine.

In terms of software, the iPhone XS will run iOS 12 out-of-the-box while iPhone X will get it as an OTA, starting September 17.

Battery & Connectivity

Staying connected

In terms of battery, Apple has said the iPhone XS will last half an hour more than iPhone X which packs a 2,716mAh battery.

Further, all connectivity options remain the same as seen on the iPhone X except for two major changes - Gigabit LTE that offers up to 1Gbps speed on 4G and support for dual SIMs (eSIM+Physical SIM).
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    There's also a taller 6.5-inch iPhone XS Max
    Alongside the iPhone XS, Apple has also introduced a new 6.5-inch iPhone XS Max. The bigger iPhone packs the exact same specs as the iPhone XS but comes with a higher 2688x1242 resolution, and is claimed to last 60 minutes more than its smaller sibling.



Our result
How things stack up!

The iPhone XS is surely the most advanced iPhone yet. There's a new A12 chipset that will offer improved performance, better image processing, and graphical rendering.

However, starting at $999, like its predecessor, the new iPhone isn't much of an upgrade over the iPhone X.

That said, if you're on an iPhone 8 or older, the leap to iPhone XS will be worth it.




    Pricing and Availability
    The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max will be offered in 64GB/256GB/512GB storage configurations with prices starting at $999 and $1099, respectively. These iPhones will become available starting September 28 in India.

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10 devices under Rs 2,000 that make your regular home a ‘smart’ home

10 devices under Rs 2,000 that make your regular home a ‘smart’ home

Hardik Gandhi   September 05, 2018

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​10 devices under Rs 2,000 that make your regular home a ‘smart’ home​

As more customers in India get tech-savvy and depend on several gadgets to get the job done, it is natural that they are not just limited to smartphones but also to other connected gadgets to make their lives easier. Home automation is a segment that is still niche -- at least for now -- in India and has a potential market here. Not everyone has tried it. Most of the customers are not sure how to get started and what devices to buy. For those first timers, here is a short list of what they would have to buy to get their home appliances and tech accessories work in sync, all under Rs 2,000.

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Cacazi LED smart doorbell - Rs 1,503.99

This smart doorbell is waterproof and is lightweight. The device has a range of up to 300m and has dedicated buttons to control the volume. You can choose from 36 chimes and plug it in a socket, saving all the time and effort to connect traditional wired doorbells.

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Sonoff smart Wi-Fi switch - Rs 498

You can turn on/off this smart switch from your Android or iOS app and even schedule its time of turning on/off. It also supports Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

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Anycast wireless smart streaming devices - Rs 999

You can use Anycast streaming dongle to view content via Apple Airplay, Miracast, DLNA and others. It can even mirror your smart device’s screen on large screen appliances like TV.

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Global Tech Wi-Fi-enabled LED strip - Rs 1,380

You can control the lights and the colours of this Wi-Fi LED strip using your smartphone or even voice commands via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

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Syska smart bulb - Rs 1,706

The smart bulb can be controlled not only by your smartphone but via Amazon Alexa voice assistant as well. It supports 3 million colour options and supports both Android and iOS.

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Philips Hue smart bulb - Rs 1,915

This smart bulb works with Amazon Echo, Apple Homekit and Google Home and provides all colours from 3000K (Warm White) to 6500K (Cool Day Light).

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Eufy Genie smart speaker - approx. Rs 2,000

This smart speaker is an Amazon Alexa-enabled one and has access to 10000+ skills and services. It supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and has 2W speakers.

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Phenovo motion sensor lamp - Rs 520

This motion sensor lamp weighs 45 grams and doesn’t require a battery to operate. It automatically detects the moving subject and turns on/off based on their movement within the range.

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Xiaomi Wi-Fi power strip - Rs 1794.48

This smart wi-fi power strip can be controlled remotely and helps in saving power as well. You would simply have to download the Mi Home app to control the power strip. It is also possible to set a timer until when the strip stays activated.

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IBS Wi-Fi camera - Rs 1,999

This table-mounted camera is compatible with Android, iOS, Windows and other popular platforms. The Wi-Fi based camera has a 5MP sensor and supports motion sensor recording.

How Safe Is Healthcare Technology ?

How Safe Is Healthcare Technology ?

Hardik Gandhi   August 27, 2018

How Safe Is Healthcare Technology From Hackers?

Source: Mass Device

Healthcare technology is evolving more and more each day, with blockchain, telemedicine and 3D printers being used by medical professionals around the country. But one question still remains to be answered: Can this technology be hacked into? If so, that could mean dangerous consequences for medical records, and sensitive information could be compromised. Throughout this article, we’ll examine how security can potentially be threatened by this technology and give tips on how organizations can ensure their information is secure.

Can 3D Printers Be Hacked?

While 3D printing can sometimes take several hours and be extremely difficult when designing products, this hasn’t stopped industries from utilizing it to the best of its abilities. Several companies such as Adidas and GE are using 3D printing to advance production and manufacturing. Using digital files, 3D printers can produce a plethora of three-dimensional solid objects.

Hospitals are taking advantage of this technology to make historic strides in the healthcare industry. 3D printing is creating innovations in the field of radiology, a science helping to diagnose and treat diseases using medical imaging technology. According to the University of Cincinnati, “3D printing is just now come into style across the radiology realm, as professionals can leverage it for educational, research and other purposes.

But are 3D printers completely safe from hackers? As Harvard Business Review points out, closed systems have dominated the 3D printing industry within the last 10 years. This means 3D printers can only be accessed with the manufacturer’s resin and software. But several companies are shifting to a more open system, which allows for many advantages but also threatens security. “Once introduced into an open environment, a virus can spread faster through multiple parties and flows of information than in a closed system,” Harvard Business Review said.

Hackers often target individuals through shutting down servers, corrupting data and breaking into computer databases, but 3D printing takes the possibilities of hacking to new and frightening levels. By corrupting a 3D printer file, hackers can cause product failures and trigger injuries, product recalls and litigations. Researchers across the country are now figuring out ways to combat these cyberattacks and one method of prevention could be as simple as listening to what sounds the 3D printer makes.

Can Blockchain Be Hacked?

Blockchain, which helps keep track of transactions within machines, is already being used by a variety of different industries in groundbreaking ways. From insurance agencies to record companies, blockchain technology is revolutionizing the way industries store and track data. Medical professionals are able to manage data and conduct research more effectively by using blockchain technology. There is even blockchain technology with the ability to track the degree of cleanliness in hospitals by monitoring hand hygiene.

With blockchain networks being used by so many different organizations around the world, do we know whether or not it’s safe from hackers? Blockchain technology is indeed vulnerable to hackers, and there are many avenues within these systems where hackers can strike. Users of blockchain networks are given private keys, which are used to sign account transactions, and if hackers receive access to it, they could potentially steal information and corrupt data. The security of a blockchain platform can be compromised through software errors as well, which occur during the development of software implementation.

Blockchain technology is as susceptible to hackers as any other systems and users need to have the skills necessary to protect themselves from cyber-attacks. There are several apps that can help prevent cyber-attacks in blockchain networks such as Civic, which prevents identities from being stolen, and Biometrics.io, which uses face recognition technology to identify users. Using these tools, companies can keep their networks secure and ensure their data is safe against hackers.

Can Telemedicine Be Hacked?

Telemedicine is becoming more and more prevalent in the medical field, and it’s benefiting citizens from rural communities greatly. There are now even at-home diagnostic tools available such as electrocardiogram ECG devices, which can keep track of heart health and detect when a heart attack is taking place. There are several smartphone apps helping to advance the possibilities of telemedicine such as the recently announced MinuteClinic service by CVS, which allows users to be diagnosed and treated by doctors through a video conversation on their smartphone.

Even though this technology is helping more communities find medical care and providing an easier form of treatment and diagnosis, is it really as safe from hackers as we may think? While telemedicine is considered safer than many other forms of healthcare technology, hackers can still use several types of ransomware to keep the operation of a medical device hostage and steal data.

Ransomware is a technique used by hackers to extract payment or information, in which a target’s computer is locked until the hacker’s demands are met. Ransomware is usually performed through encryption tactics, and hackers typically order to be paid in a form of online currency such as bitcoin. These type of cyberattacks are at an all-time high, and it’s important to know what to do when you’re targeted.

To avoid privacy and security issues, telemedicine networks are required to comply with the HIPAA, which stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. This act helped to make medical records private and keep health information from getting in the hands of hackers. Telemedicine technology is required to abide by HIPAA’s guidelines, which include implementing a system of secure communication, allowing only authorized users to receive access to services and putting safeguards in place to prevent accidental or malicious breaches. By following these rules, telemedicine technology is more secure and fewer cyber-attacks occur.

Source : hackernoon

સાવધાન! ઈયરફોનથી તમને થઇ શકે છે અનેક નુકસાન…….

સાવધાન! ઈયરફોનથી તમને થઇ શકે છે અનેક નુકસાન…….

Hardik Gandhi   July 07, 2018

આપણે લોકો બધી જગ્યાએ ઇયરફોનનો યુઝ કરીએ છીએ. બસમાં કે ટ્રેનમાં અડધાથી વધુ વિદ્યાર્થીઓ જાગતા હોય અથવા સૂઈ ગયા હોય, પણ મોબાઇલમાંથી ગીતો સંભાળતા હોઇએ છીએ.

પણ શુ તમે જાણો કે, વધુ પડતા ઇયરફોન લગાવી રાખવાથી એકસાથે ઘણી તકલીફોનો સામનો કરવો પડતો હોય છે. મુસાફરી દરમ્યાન તો ઇયરફોન કોઈ મુશ્કેલી નથી કરતા, પણ એ પછી ઇયરફોન લગાવી રસ્તા ક્રોસ કરવામાં કે, રસ્તા પર ચાલવાથી અકસ્માતની ઘણી શક્યતા રહે છે.

એક સંશોધનના કહેવા મુજબ તમે જ્યારે ઇયરફોન લગાવી ચાલતા હો ત્યારે તમારી આંખ ભલે બધું જોતી હોય, પણ તમારું મગજ ગીતમાં એટલું પરોવાયેલું હોય છે કે, આંખ અને મગજ વચ્ચેનો સંદેશાવ્યવહાર લગભગ શુન્ય થઈ જાય છે.

આ ઉપરાંત હોર્ન કે, વાહનનો અવાજ તમને સાભળતા નથી. આ કારણે જ ક્યારેક ગંભીર અકસ્માત સર્જાઈ શકે છે. ઘણા આવા કિસ્સા અત્યાર સુધીમાં જોવા મળ્યા હશે.

સરેરાશ છથી આઠ કલાક સુધી યુવાનો કાનમાં ઇયરફોન લગાવતા હોય છે. જોકે એને કારણે સાંભળવાની તકલીફ અને કાનમાં દુખાવો થવાની સંભાવના વધી જાય છે.

ઇયરફોનના ઉપયોગ કરનારાને ડોક્ટરો દૂર રહેવાનું સૂચન કરતા હોય છે. જોકે ઘણા યુવાનો આજે કોલ સેન્ટર અને સેલ્સમાં આઉટસોર્સિંગ કરતી કંપનીઓમાં કામ કરે છે અને તેમને નાછૂટકે લાંબા સમય સુધી કાનમાં હેડફોન ભરાવીને કામ કરવું પડતું હોય છે.

કોઈ ઉપાય નથી કે, જેને અપનાવવાથી મુશ્કેલીઓ ઓછી થઈ શકે. જોકે નોકરીમાં લાંબા બ્રેક લેવા કરતા નાના-નાના વધુ બ્રેક લેવાનું સૂચન આ યુવાનોને આપવામાં આવતું હોય છે.

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Jio: The postpaid's cheapest plan and international calling at Rs 2

Jio: The postpaid's cheapest plan and international calling at Rs 2

Hardik Gandhi   May 11, 2018

Reliance Jio has once again made a big push. The company has presented the cheapest postpaid plan so far. The price of these plans of GeoO is less than the postpad plans of every company present in the market.

Reliance Jio has kept the price of this postpaid plan at just Rs 199. The plan will get 25 GB of data in full month. There will also be unlimited calls and a subset of Geo app will also be available. The company has named the Zero Touch Postpad.

The plan will go live from May 15, after which you will be able to pay a bill by Geo's website and My Geo App. Geo International calls under this plan can be made at 50 paisa per minute. During International Roaming, you will have to pay 2 rupees per message and 2 rupees for voice calling per minute and 2 MB for 2 MB data.

Let's say that the cost of the Airtel plan is Rs 399 against the Geo, Vodafone's plan is worth 399 rupees and the idea plan is worth 389 rupees. These three companies plan to get 20 GB of data and get unlimited calling.

Like FB, you can now download data from Instagram?

Like FB, you can now download data from Instagram?

Hardik Gandhi   April 27, 2018

Like Facebook, now you can download your own data from Instagram as well. After the Cambridge Anilitika data scandal, Facebook is in the dark of questions. Mark Zuckerberg gave the answer to many questions and said that users of data on Facebook are users themselves. He stressed that Facebook can download data if users want it.

Instagram is also a Facebook company and according to a report, now Facebook Like Data Download Options can be found in this as well. To do this, you will have to submit an email ID after Instagram will show you the download option.

According to a report, an Instagram spokesperson has made it clear that the data download tool is available to all. This feature will be brought to Halconi iOS and Android apps later.

The data that is downloaded will be stored in the stores of almost all users of the store, just like Facebook. Then the photos uploaded by you will be on videos and stories.

It is worth mentioning that this will not happen since you have created an account, however, after 27 December the data will be available. Because the company has started the policy since then.

If there is a Facebook company, WhatsApp, can it be expected that this facility will be allowed to download WhatsApp users? Investors, such as chats, status and stories.

If the keyboard fails with the mouse, then typing will be done in this way

If the keyboard fails with the mouse, then typing will be done in this way

Hardik Gandhi   April 20, 2018

If a sudden computer or laptop closes and our required work gets interrupted, then we can get help with the preloaded onscreen kiosk. This keyboard can be run using a mouse.

Find the onscreen keyboards in this way

It's very easy to find onscreen key-board Click on the computer or laptop's Start menu and go to the program there. Here you will see a virtual keyboard. On the downside of Windows 7, in the search bar on the Start, type On Screen Keyboard and find it. You can type it by clicking with the mouse. It can be seen in all keyboards in the keyboard.

Will work even after the mouse is clicked

Sometimes the click of a mouse does not work so there is a problem typing. It also has a solution on the onscreen keyboard. For this, take the mouse cursor over the character you want to type. Like if you want to type B, place the cursor on B, in that case it will be typed in its own way. For this, you have to change the onscreen key-board setting.

Do this in a setting

Click on the option at the bottom right of the onscreen keyboard. Then there will be an option of 'Over Over' in the opened window. Click on it. Then they will have the option of choosing time. This is the time in which the mouse will be typed automatically by putting it on a character. You can do it less-less. Then click OK.

Type by speaking

Onscreen Kiborda has its own limit that it can not be typed quickly. For this, Chrome extension can take help of Voice Note || Speech To Text. Any article can be typed by saying this extension.