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HP launches enterprise-focused Dragonfly G4 laptops in India: Price, specs

HP launches enterprise-focused Dragonfly G4 laptops in India: Price, specs

by | Aug 3, 2023 | Technology


Image: HP Dragonfly G4 series

American PC maker Hewlett Packard on Thursday launched in India its enterprise-centric Dragonfly G4 laptops. Powered by 13th Gen Intel Core processors, the HP Dragonfly G4 series is available at a starting price of Rs 220,000 at HP online stores and at select HP world stores.


HP Dragonfly G4 series: Specifications


Powered by the 13th generation Intel Core processors, the HP Dragonfly has been labelled by the company as its first business notebook to support the simultaneous use of two cameras. The HP Dragonfly G4 weighs under 1kg despite featuring a recycled magnesium (90 per cent) construction on the top cover, palm rest cover, and the bottom cover. The laptops are available in natural silver and slate blue colours.


On the audio front, the HP Dragonfly is equipped with HP Dynamic Voice Leveling technology that optimises microphone gain for clear voice within a 3-meter range. The audio options are powered by audio with Bang & Olufsen. Besides, the laptops feature HP’s AI-based noise reduction to filter out background noise.

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As for the features, there is HP’s auto frame that lets camera dynamically follow movements to keep the subject in center of the frame. The laptops come with an optional touchscreen. The HP Dragonfly features HP Wolf Security, including HP Sure Start for self-healing BIOS, and HP Sure Recover for quick operating system recovery without IT intervention or internet connectivity.

First Published: Aug 03 2023 | 2:47 PM IST



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Ashwini Vaishnaw tables Data Protection Bill, 2023 in Lok Sabha

Ashwini Vaishnaw tables Data Protection Bill, 2023 in Lok Sabha

by | Aug 3, 2023 | Technology



Minister for Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) Ashwini Vaishnaw introduced the Data Protection Bill, 2023 in Lok Sabha on Thursday. This comes after a year-long consultations and review of the drafts.


This bill, when passed, will be the first legislation in the country addressing the digital privacy of the citizens. The bill also aims to establish the guidelines for using the data of the citizens by private entities and the government.


The bill is likely to give the government the power to block digital platforms after more than two instances of penalties for data breaches. Every digital platform may need to take consent from users before collecting any digital personal data, along with an itemised notice for the same. For collecting children’s data, consent from parents or legal guardians will be needed, except for a category of platforms to be defined later on.


The work on the data protection bill started after the Supreme Court ruled that Right to Privacy is a fundamental right.


The government had in August last year withdrawn the Personal Data Protection Bill, which was first presented in late 2019, and issued a new version of the draft bill in November 2022.


The draft bill had earned criticism around the government getting power to exempt entities from various clauses of the bill.

First Published: Aug 03 2023 | 2:44 PM IST



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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Will Samsung be able to revive era of foldables?

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Will Samsung be able to revive era of foldables?

by | Aug 3, 2023 | Technology



Samsung recently unveiled its foldable Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 on July 26, and since then, the South Korean tech giant has got the world talking about foldable smartphones. 


The latest development of the Samsung flip-style foldable will surely intensify the competition. Some are even considering Flip 5 the best foldable smartphone in the market. 


Galaxy Z Flip 5: Price


The device is available for Rs 99,999 at Samsung’s official website and Amazon.


Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Specifications


Flex Window


Samsung’s foldable smartphone has many upgrades compared to its predecessor. It has come with a bigger 3.4-inch AMOLED display, the Flex Window, replacing the tiny 1.9-inch panel. The user can also customise the Flex window to see options like notification, battery, time, etc.


New upgraded processor


The device comes with a more powerful processor than Galaxy Z Flip 4’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen1, the new device will be more energy efficient. The device gets a new 8Gen 2 Soc processor, which makes the phone more efficient and enhances its performance across the board.


Flex Hinge


Samsung has redesigned its Galaxy Z Flip 5’s hinge, allowing the device to close completely. The new Flip 5 now closes completely without leaving any substantial gap. 


The device is a bit slimmer as compared to its predecessor, making its weight the same. Unlike the Find N2, which required some effort to open the device with one hand, that’s not the case with Z Flip 5. 


Flip 5 Shortcomings


The device looks worth buying, but it does have some points where Samsung could do better.


The Galaxy device seems identical in terms of Cameras, batteries and display to its predecessor. The device still comes with its 25W charging, which is quite low compared to its competitors.


Even after all these shortcomings, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is one of the best flip phones developed by Samsung, and it’s the most refined as well.


It will be interesting to see whether the Flip 5 will out-compete its competitors at a hefty cost of Rs 99,999.


Heavy repair cost


Although the device is one of the best products from Samsung, it has some heavy repair costs. The cost for the main (inner) screen is Rs 21,188, while the outer screen price is Rs 5,507.


When it comes to the motherboard, the repair cost starts from Rs 27,444 for the 256GB storage model and the back glass panel price is Rs 1,136. The battery repair cost is Rs 1,513. All these prices are exclusive of the GST and service charges.



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Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale to start from August 4: Check details

Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale to start from August 4: Check details

by | Aug 3, 2023 | Technology



Amazon has announced the ‘Great Freedom Festival Sale’, which will kick off at midnight on August 4 and will run until August 8, with a number of deals on a number of products.


Prime members will have a 12-hour early access, starting from noon on August 3.


A wide range of products from various sellers, like smartphones, consumer electronics, fashion, beauty essentials, and more, will be available at appreciable discounts during the Amazon sale. 


Let’s look at what Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale has in store for us.


Amazon Great Freedom Festival deals


Get card offers on SBI credit cards


During the upcoming Amazon Freedom Day sale, the e-tailer will be offering a 10 per cent instant discount to SBI card holders. The discount is available only on SBI credit card and EMI transactions.


Up to 40% discount on smartphones


Amazon will offer up to a 40 per cent discount on smartphones from brands such as Samsung, OnePlus, Realme, and more. 


Along with this, the e-commerce will also offer substantial discounts on flagship smartphones such as iPhone 14, Motorola Razr 40 and others. If you have been thinking of getting a new high-end or low-cost smartphone, now might be the time.


Up to 75% discount on laptops, smartwatches and more


Amazon said it would offer up to 75 per cent discount on laptops, smartwatches and earphones during the upcoming Great Freedom Sale.


The company has teased that it will offer a huge discount on laptops from HP and tablets from Samsung. Along with this, the customers will also be able to avail discounts on smartwatches and earbuds from Boat, Noise, Fire Boltt, etc.


Huge discount on smart TVs, washing machines


Amazon has also announced that it will be giving up to a 65 per cent discount on smart TVs, washing machines and refrigerators during the upcoming sale. Along with this, the e-commerce will provide exchange offers, no-cost EMI and coupons on the purchase of large appliances.


Big discounts on Alexa devices


If you’ve been holding off on purchasing an Alexa-powered gadget, Amazon will now offer quick replacement and brand warranty on Alexa-powered devices, Fire TVs, and Kindle. In addition, the e-tailer will sell these products at a reduced price.



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Financial bill or not: Opposition raises concerns over Data Protection Bill

Financial bill or not: Opposition raises concerns over Data Protection Bill

by | Aug 3, 2023 | Technology


The Centre is set to table the Digital Data Protection Bill 2023. It seeks to establish a robust framework for protecting personal digital data.


Ahead of the bill’s introduction in the Lok Sabha, the Opposition questioned if it is being tabled as a financial bill. It said that the bill needs to be considered a regular bill.

In a tweet, Congress member of Parliament Manish Tiwari said, “How Did the Digital Data Protection Bill get classified as a financial bill suddenly? If this bill on passage is certified as a money bill by @loksabhaspeaker @ombirlakota which seems to be the intent of getting it classed as a financial bill then Rajya Sabha can not vote on it. It can only recommend non-binding changes to Lok Sabha.”

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He added, “The latest iteration of this Bill mocks the efforts put in by the Joint Committee of Parliament on the Data Protection Bill led by two @BJP4India members @ppchaudharybjp & @M_Lekhi respectively. It needs to be considered as a regular bill and go to a JPC again.”


What is a financial bill?

A financial bill, which includes the money bill, seeks to modify the country’s existing tax structure. It can also be about the Centre’s borrowing capacity and withdrawal from the Consolidated Fund of India.


This bill can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha on the recommendation of the President. Only a minister can introduce the bill.


Interestingly, the Rajya Sabha cannot reject or amend a money bill. It can only recommend amendments to the Bill. It must return the bill to Lok Sabha within 14 days, with or without recommendations.


The Lok Sabha has more power than the Rajya Sabha regarding these bills.


Centre’s clarification


According to a report by CNBC-TV18, the Centre has clarified that the bill will be presented as an ordinary bill in the Parliament and not as a financial bill.



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Govt restricts import of laptops, computers to push local manufacturing

Govt restricts import of laptops, computers to push local manufacturing

by | Aug 3, 2023 | Technology


In April-June, electronics imports, which include laptops, tablets and personal computers, was $19.7 billion, up 6.25% year-on-year.


India has restricted imports of laptops, tablets and personal computers with immediate effect, according to a government notice on Thursday, in a bid to push local manufacturing.


“Their import would be allowed against a valid licence for restricted imports,” the notice said.


In April-June, electronics imports, which include laptops, tablets and personal computers, was $19.7 billion, up 6.25% year-on-year.


“The move’s spirit is to push manufacturing to India. It’s not a nudge, it’s a push,” said Ali Akhtar Jafri, former director general at electronics industry body Manufacturers’ Association of Information Technology.


Dell , Acer, Samsung, LG, Panasonic, Apple Inc, Lenovo <0992.HK> and HP Inc are some of the key companies selling laptops in the Indian market and a substantial portion are imported from countries such as China.


(Reporting by Shivam Patel and Aftab Ahmed in New Delhi; Editing by Sudipto Ganguly and Raju Gopalakrishnan)

First Published: Aug 03 2023 | 12:36 PM IST



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