Monthly Archives: February 2019

2019 Indian Roadmaster Elite First Look | 8 Fast Facts

2019 Indian Roadmaster Elite First Look | 8 Fast Facts

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Indian Motorcycle is known for releasing limited-edition customs such as the Jack Daniels Chieftain Elite.

For 2019, the Polaris-owned moto brand is releasing yet another limited-edition model – the Roadmaster Elite.

This new motorcycle is built upon the luxury-touring Roadmaster platform and features every premium feature you can comprehend, along with some custom paint.

“The Roadmaster Elite offers the most refined, premium touring experience for riders that demand the best of the best,” said Reid Wilson, Senior Director for Indian Motorcycle. “We’ve truly left no stone unturned, packing this bike with style and comfort features that take the touring experience to a new level.”
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https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2019/02/26/2019-indian-roadmaster-elite-first-look-8-fast-facts/

Hands-on with the Sony 135mm F1.8 GM

Hands-on with the Sony 135mm F1.8 GM

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A relatively lightweight lens for portraiture, weddings, sports

Sony has just announced the FE 135mm F1.8 G Master (GM) lens, its 9th GM lens and 31st native full-frame E-mount lens. According to Sony, the GM line promises both ‘high resolution and exquisite bokeh’, and our initial impressions after shooting with the lens are certainly positive.

Sony tells us the design of this lens is new, and entirely different from the A-mount Sonnar 135mm F1.8 ZA lens. At 950g (2.1lb), it’s 280g (0.62lb) lighter than the Sigma Art 135mm F1.8 lens, which – at 1230g (2.7lb) – weighs 30% more than the Sony. That’s a significant weight difference, and the 135mm GM balances reasonably well on an a9 or Mark III Alpha-series full-frame body.
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https://www.dpreview.com/articles/8990379689/hands-on-with-the-sony-135mm-f1-8-gm

Sonos: everything you need to know

Sonos: everything you need to know

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We delve deep into the multi-room giant’s products and ecosystem

Gone are the days when your music or hi-fi system was restricted to one room and tethered by cables.

You can now stream your music from a range of devices – smartphone, laptop, NAS drive – to multiple speakers around the home using a wireless connection. There are plenty of manufacturers offering this multi-room experience, but US company Sonos continues to lead the way with its long-established and well-developed system.
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https://www.whathifi.com/advice/sonos-everything-you-need-to-know

The 7 most exciting camera phones of MWC 2019

The 7 most exciting camera phones of MWC 2019

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Best camera phones MWC 2019: all of the best new smartphone cams from Nokia, Sony, Oppo and more

If smartphones are the headliners of MWC 2019, there’s no doubt who their support acts are – their staggeringly powerful cameras.

This year has been a particular treat, with phone cameras breaking new ground in optical zoom, multi-sensor arrays and autofocus systems. Oh, and selfies, of course.

Features that were once thought to be virtually impossible for a 5mm-thick slab of glass are now not just commonplace, but coming as standard in mid-range handsets.
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https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/best-mwc-camera-phones-3666394

2019 McLaren 720S Spider Review – International

2019 McLaren 720S Spider Review – International

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British supercar rocks off with its top off

There are few ways to prepare you for the accelerative thrust of McLaren’s 720S Coupe in full flight. It’s enough to make a grown man grimace. Now, McLaren has made its second-generation Super Series even more visceral. Enter the McLaren 720S Spider, the open-top follow-up to the existing coupe and one of the quickest convertibles on the planet.

Fictional fantasy

Somewhere in the outskirts of Phoenix, Arizona, where saguaro cactus punctuates the hardy landscape, we are channelling our inner Road Runner.

You know, the cheeky Looney Tunes serial which profiles Wile E Coyote and his endless pursuit to catch and eat that elusive ‘meep-meep’ bird?
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https://www.motoring.com.au/mclaren-720s-spider-2019-review-international-117181/

USB 3.2's horrible new branding scheme may create confusion for PC buyers

USB 3.2’s horrible new branding scheme may create confusion for PC buyers

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It’s hard to believe that USB branding has become more confusing, but it has.

The USB standard has just gotten even more confusing for end users. If you’re one of the three people in the world who actually knew the difference between USB 2.0, USB 3.0, USB 3.1 Gen 1/Gen 2, and so on, …well, sorry: USB 3.2 has been announced, and all the names change once again.

On the bright side, the USB-IF makes it explicitly clear (PDF) that the latest USB 3.2 specification provides a whopping 20Gbps of throughput. But that’s about the only thing that’s straightforward, because USB 3.2 sucks up the previous specs and makes them part of its own. The new, horrifically-named spec is “USB 3.2 Gen 2×2.”
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https://www.pcworld.com/article/3344618/usb-32-is-a-branding-nightmare.html

Huawei Y6 Pro 2019 vs Realme C1 specs comparison

Huawei Y6 Pro 2019 vs Realme C1 specs comparison

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Huawei has recently announced the Y6 Pro 2019, its newest entry-level smartphone that has promising overall specs with a very reasonable price. In this specs comparison, we’re putting the device side-by-side with the Realme C1, one of the best budget smartphones of 2018. Check it out!

Here are their detailed specs:
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https://www.yugatech.com/mobile/huawei-y6-pro-2019-vs-realme-c1-specs-comparison/#sthash.FrFRRX2z.dpbs#Kad0VYy4qQzfPq9D.97

Vive Focus Plus first look: Standalone VR with a big control boost

Vive Focus Plus first look: Standalone VR with a big control boost

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MWC 2019: This VR headset is not built for fun though

It was almost a year ago that I was at the same booth at MWC trying out the Vive Focus for the first time. The standalone VR headset with its dinky controller was still only available in China before it finally broke out into the West at the end of 2018.

Now the headset is back with a slightly redesigned headset and pair of more sophisticated looking controllers. But I’m not going to shoot baddies and watch 360-degree videos with it this time. This time, I’m getting to play nurse.
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https://www.wareable.com/vr/vive-focus-plus-review-7027

Samsung Galaxy A30 and A50 Hands-on, Quick Review: Mid-range Redemption?

Samsung Galaxy A30 and A50 Hands-on, Quick Review: Mid-range Redemption?

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We go hands-on with Samsung’s new mid-rangers!

It’s no secret that Samsung faces tough times ahead. Stiff competition from Chinese rivals like Huawei and Xiaomi has slowly eroded its once unassailable market position, thanks to aggressive smartphone pricing.

But Samsung isn’t going without a fight. The company recently unveiled its first batch of Galaxy A series of smartphones in MWC and today we’re going to see if they have what it takes to reverse the company’s fortunes.
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https://www.unbox.ph/gadget/samsung-galaxy-a30-and-a50-hands-on-quick-review-mid-range-redemption/

Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical Lens Announced for Sony E-mount

Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical Lens Announced for Sony E-mount

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The Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical Lens for Sony E-mount is now officially announced. The price in Japan is ¥150,000 (excluding tax). The US price hasn’t announced yet. Shipping is scheduled to start in April 2019. (check Adorama and B&H).

Designed with a new interpretation 50mm F1.2 with a history that has been loved by professional photographers as a specification that demonstrates the principle of large aperture lens. By adopting two double-sided aspherical lenses, it has the performance that you can use with confidence from opening the diaphragm, you can enjoy a large blur taste. The large caliber but compact style provides excellent handling with excellent balance with the body.
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https://www.dailycameranews.com/2019/02/voigtlander-nokton-50mm-f-1-2-aspherical-lens-announced-for-sony-e-mount/

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Samsung Galaxy M30 first impressions: Triple-cameras come to the mid-range segment

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Even while Samsung’s global team is busy with showcasing the flagship Galaxy S10 lineup and the futuristic Galaxy Fold, Samsung India is busy fighting it out in the mid-range segment. The company introduced the Galaxy M series with two smartphones — The Galaxy M10 and the Galaxy M20 back in January. Just a month later, the Galaxy M30 is here, making Samsung’s presence stronger in the ever-evolving mid-range smartphone segment in India.
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https://www.digit.in/mobile-phones/samsung-galaxy-m30-first-impressions-triple-cameras-come-to-the-mid-range-segment-46714.html

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Honda e Prototype electric car to debut at Geneva Motor Show, will go into production this year

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Honda has unveiled its modern urban all-electric car ahead of the Geneva Motor Show, which will go into full production later this year.

It has called the latest “preview” model the Honda e Prototype. The previous prototype model, as revealed last year, was called the Urban EV Concept. It is messing with our tiny minds.
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https://www.pocket-lint.com/cars/news/honda/147284-honda-e-prototype-is-the-full-production-model-of-its-ev-er-prototype

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Qualcomm Snapdragon 855: What you need to know about the flagship phone tech

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Qualcomm announced a new version of its Snapdragon smartphone platform in December.

Snapdragon 855 is significant for two reasons – firstly, this is the platform that powers many of 2019’s flagship phones and secondly, it will be behind many of the first commercially-available 5G-capable handsets in as the year goes on.

Let’s explore what this means for your next smartphone.
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https://www.pocket-lint.com/phones/news/qualcomm/146477-qualcomm-snapdragon-855

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Electric luxury sedan face-off: Polestar 2 vs. Tesla Model 3

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Volvo sister company Polestar isn’t shy about its intentions to lock horns with Tesla. Its first model, simply called 1. is more of an eco-friendly grand-tourer than a true Tesla fighter, but its second model — called, you guessed it, 2 — is aimed directly at the Model 3. It’s more upmarket than cheaper electric cars like the Chevrolet Bolt and the Nissan Leaf, it’s jam-packed with tech, it stands out with a head-turning design, and its’s shaping up to be the 3’s first real rival. Here is how these two electric sedans compare, and how they differ.
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https://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/polestar-2-vs-tesla-model-3-specs-range-and-price-comparison/

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Hands on: Energizer Power Max P18K Pop review

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Energizer is a prolific smartphone manufacturer, with 26 devices shown off at MWC 2019, but its most interesting devices are the Power Max series of huge-battery phones, and the Power Max P18K Pop is the company’s most recent instalment.

With a massive 18,000mAh power pack, and dimensions to match, it’s certainly a monster of a machine. But is it just a novelty item, or would it be a viable smartphone for everyday users? We got hands-on with it to decide.
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https://www.techradar.com/reviews/energizer-power-max-18k-pop

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Hands on: Microsoft HoloLens 2 review

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Microsoft’s HoloLens venture is now a little more than four years old, and while it initially launched with what we thought would be a consumer bent as well as its application in the business world, it seems now Microsoft believes the only purpose of this headset is for enterprise users.

HoloLens has grown in the past few years into a tool that can be genuinely useful for a wide range of businesses.
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https://www.techradar.com/reviews/microsoft-hololens-2

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2019 Toyota Camry XLE V6 review

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Few vehicles are as ubiquitous as the Toyota Camry.

Toyota has always managed to make it a consistent car that appeals to the masses, which is probably why a family member, a close friend, or an acquaintance you know has one. Being the dependable, stable option, though, doesn’t pay the bills anymore. And one look at the 2019 Toyota Camry reveals that this sedan is far off from the one your grandparents are driving.
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https://www.digitaltrends.com/car-reviews/2019-toyota-camry-xle-v6-review/

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LG V50 ThinQ hands-on review

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The Samsung Galaxy S10 5G isn’t the only 5G phone around — LG’s new V50 ThinQ can also connect to the next-gen mobile network (well, whenever it goes online). And while the phone doesn’t bring any radically new features over last year’s V40 ThinQ, there are a few nice upgrades that could make it worth a look.
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https://www.digitaltrends.com/cell-phone-reviews/lg-v50-thinq-review/

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Huawei P30 Pro’s quad-camera could realise a dream for smartphone shooters

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The Huawei P20 Pro broke the mold in 2018 with its tri-lens camera that’s becoming more common on the highest-end flagship devices like the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus.

Now we’ve seen more evidence the 2019 successor will break similar ground by offering a 10x optical zoom lens within the camera array of the Huawei P30 Pro.
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https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/huawei-p30-pro-10x-optical-zoom-3666347

2019 Toyota Tacoma

2019 Toyota Tacoma Review

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The 2019 Toyota Tacoma is the go-to midsize pickup for those who have every intention of getting their truck dirty. Very dirty. That goes for every model, but really, it’s the three TRD off-roading models that really stand out, allowing the Tacoma to venture places more civilized rivals wouldn’t dare. They also do so with styling and a general rugged personality that are quite simply cool.
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https://www.autotrader.com/car-news/2019-toyota-tacoma-review-281474979913028

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Shure SE215 Wireless in-ear headphones review

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While Shure is world renowned in audiophile circles, the brand is also beloved among budget-conscious listeners for offering products with excellent sound-to-dollar value. Shure’s popular SE215 in-ear headphones are widely considered among the best you can get in the sub-$100 range when it comes to sound quality. It makes sense, then, that the company would look to the SE215 when taking its first leap into the world of banded wireless in-ears, creating the SE215 Wireless.
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https://www.digitaltrends.com/headphone-reviews/shure-se215-wireless-review/#/3

Huawei P30 Pro leak puts rear quad camera front and center

Huawei P30 Pro leak puts rear quad camera front and center

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Though most of our attention might be on the foldable Huawei Mate X at the moment, Huawei is winding up to make another big announcement. Next month, Huawei will reveal its P30 series of phones in Paris, and through rumors and Huawei’s own teases, we know they should be pretty big reveals. Perhaps it shouldn’t come as a surprise, then, that the P30 and the P30 Pro have been the subject of quite a few leaks.
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https://www.slashgear.com/huawei-p30-pro-leak-puts-rear-quad-camera-front-and-center-27567753/

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Samsung Galaxy S10 vs OnePlus 6T

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The Samsung Galaxy S10 cat is well and truly out of the bag, with a glitzy late-February event revealing all the juicy details. Our early verdict: this is one of the most exciting phones of 2019. But how does the S10 compare to one of the most exciting phones of 2018 in the OnePlus 6T?
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https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/samsung-galaxy-s10-vs-oneplus-6t-3665122

2019 Honda Pilot VS 2019 Nissan Pathfinder

2019 Honda Pilot vs. 2019 Nissan Pathfinder: Which Is Better?

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The 2019 Honda Pilot and the 2019 Nissan Pathfinder are two of the leading 7-passenger crossovers on the market. If you’re looking for a new midsize SUV in 2019, these two are likely on your list. Below, we’ll compare the two to determine the better vehicle.
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https://www.autotrader.com/car-reviews/2019-honda-pilot-vs-2019-nissan-pathfinder-which-b-281474979903383

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Heyday Wireless On-Ear Headphones review

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n case you missed it, Target — yes, that Target — is selling a new line of electronics accessories under its new Heyday brand. Along with a selection of iPhone cases and cables, Apple Watch bands and screen-protecting bumpers, Target’s making some portable audio products, including Bluetooth speakers and headphones.
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https://www.cnet.com/reviews/heyday-wireless-on-ear-headphones-review/

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Hands on: Samsung Galaxy A50 Review

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Samsung announced a pair of new mid-range phones at MWC 2019, the Samsung Galaxy A50 and Galaxy A30.

This, the Samsung Galaxy A50 is the bigger and more powerful of the pair, boasting a main camera with three lenses, and in-display fingerprint scanner, 15W fast charging and a big 6.4-inch Super AMOLED screen. It looks gorgeous too, and promises to offer a modicum of high-end smartphone experience for a smaller price tag.
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https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-a50

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Harman Esquire Mini 2 review

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Let’s start with the good news about Harman Kardon’s Esquire Mini 2 micro Bluetooth speaker: Its design has been upgraded along with its sound and battery life.

It also charges via USB-C now instead of micro USB. And its list price ($130, £130) is lower than what the original Esquire Mini cost when it first came out a few years back, though that discontinued model is now half the price of this one.
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https://www.cnet.com/reviews/harman-kardon-esquire-mini-2-review/

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Moto G7 Power Review

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The Moto G7 Power is a budget Android phone with a big battery. And I mean BIG. The huge 5000mAh cell promises to give you “over 60 hours of active use,” according to Motorola.

Most big flagship phones, like last year’s Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus and Apple’s iPhone XS Max have 4100mAh and 3174mAh cells respectively, which should give you some idea of what we’re dealing with here.
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https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/moto-g7-power

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Exclusive: 2019 Zero SR/F Review – First Ride

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It’s mind boggling to think that mass-produced street-legal electric motorcycles have only existed for 10 years. In 2009, Zero Motorcycles launched the Zero S and ushered in the electric age of two-wheeled street-legal transportation. During that model year, the S wasn’t just the only electric motorcycle in production, it was the only electric vehicle of any kind being mass-produced.
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https://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/zero/exclusive-2019-zero-sr-f-review-first-ride.html