Diwali is just around the corner. We’ve seen a slew of gadgets hit the scene over the past few weeks. From foldable smartphones to tabs. Apple has just unveiled a new MacBook Pro and Mac that are powered by its formidable M3 chip. We’ve also witnessed new launches in the TV space, including the debut of LG’s massive 97-inch, 4K OLED TV. BenQ took the wraps off an innovative screen bar that adds eye comfort to workspaces and home offices (many of us still work in hybrid work environments), while OPPO launched a solid mid-market smartphone. We round up some of the best new gadget launches:
MacBook Pro
Price: Rs 1,69,900 onwards
Apple MacBook Pro keyboard
Apple’s new super-charged MacBook Pro marks a big leap for the MacBook. The new range of MacBook Pro laptops are propelled by Apple’s new M3 family of chips – M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max, the first chips for a personal computer that are built using cutting edge, 3-nanometer technology. They feature a new breakthrough – Dynamic Caching, that optimises fast on-chip memory. This increases average GPU utilisation for the most demanding pro apps and games. Battery life gets a boost – Apple claims 22 hours, the longest on almost any laptop out there.
LG G2 97
Price: Rs 19,99,990
LG G2
Bring the cinema home with one of the largest screens on any 4K OLED TV. The LG G2 97-inch 4K OLED is powered by the Alpha 9 Gen 5 AI processor for superior picture quality and features a 120Hz refresh rate. This massive TV offers support for a variety of HDR formats from Dolby Vision IQ to HDR10. If gaming is your thing, you will appreciate the 4K 120 fps capability and Free Sync compatibility aside from the AI Sound Pro system with virtual 7.1.2 up-mix for an immersive AV experience.
OPPO A79 5G
Price: Rs 19,999
OPPO A79 5G Glowing Green and Mystery Black.
OPPO’s new sub Rs 20K, 5G-ready smartphone feels good in your hand. It weighs just over 190 gm and is under 8mm thin. This despite a large, 6.72-inch FHD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate. This immersive display is packed by OPPO’s Ultra Volume mode that exceeds the 100 per cent volume level to reach up to 300 per cent for speakers. We’re also relieved to see a 3.5mm headphone port for wired sound. The camera set includes a 50MP AI camera. The device is powered by a MediaTek 6020 processor and comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.
Boult Mirage Smartwatch
Price: Rs 1,799
Boult Mirage Smartwatch
One of many newer smartwatches that can pass off for a conventional watch. Boult’s budget smartwatch is also lighter on the pocket than most fashion watches. One of the talking points for this wearable is it’s vibrant, 1.39-inch HD (360 x 360 pixels) display. It’s IP67-certified, it’s ready for a run through a heavy drizzle. In terms of wellness features, you get a built-in heart rate monitor, blood oxygen monitor and a sleep tracker. The Mirage smartwatch offers 120 sports modes to track an assortment of workouts and comes with multiple strap options.
Instax by Fujifilm Mini Link 2
Price: Rs 9,999
Fujifilm mini
Need a break from digital memories? Fujifilm has launched a new series of portable printers that seamlessly sync up with your smartphones. The Mini Link 2 is among the most compact in this range of smartphone printers that allow you to print images on the card-sized instax film. You can customise your prints with the Instax Biz App with a range of cool filters. This pint-sized printer comes in a range of pastel shades include a soft pink.
TCL C755 series
Price: Rs 89,990 onwards
TCL
TCL calls this the QD Mini LED 4K TV series. This new TV comes in multiple screen sizes that range from 50-inches all the way to 98-inches and boast of a slim and uni-body design. The Mini LED, 4K UHD (3840 x 2160 pixels) display peaks at an impressive 550 nits of brightness. This smart Google TV (with Google Assistant baked in) is powered by an AiPQ Processor 3.0 and is backed by Dolby Atmos audio.
BenQ ScreenBar Halo
Price: Rs 15,990
BenQ ScreenBar Halo
Designed as an antidote to screen glare and eye discomfort associated with traditional desk lamps, BenQ’s new screen bar adds an interesting dimension to workspace lighting. A patented clamp ensures a secure connection to your monitor whether it’s flat or curved. This screen bar offers three distinct lighting modes for various scenarios. You get a wireless controller to customise the lighting and customisable colour temperatures that swing from warm to cool depending on your specific needs.