Garmin Unveils Tactical Edition of the Rugged, Reliable Outdoor GPS Smartwatch Instinct Series in India

GPS Smartwatch 

* Loaded with TACTICAL features

* NEW Jumpmaster- Specially designed for experienced skydivers, particularly those in military. It provides detail information for speed of descent and altitude.

* NEW Dual Position Format-Access projected waypoint and a dual - format GPS coordinate data page that supports display of MGRS, degree/ minutes/seconds & more.

* NEW Night Vision- Reduces backlight setting to a level that doesn’t interfere with the operation of night vision goggles.

* NEW Stealth Mode-Enable stealth mode to stop storing and sharing your GPS position and disable wireless connectivity and communication.

* Availability: Available in 4 exciting color options, the Instinct Tactical Edition is priced at Rs. 31,990

Garmin India, a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced the Tactical edition of its rugged, reliable outdoor GPS smartwatch Instinct-Tactical Edition, which is loaded with advanced features to make outdoor activities more informative and data-rich.

Built for the true outdoor enthusiast, the Tactical edition supports users with premium features like Jumpmaster, Dual Position Format, Night Vision, and Stealth Mode along with other preloaded tactical activities.

Introducing the Instinct - Tactical Edition in India, Mr. Ali Rizvi, Director, Garmin India said, “Garmin Instinct marked the first offering from Garmin India in the lifestyle segment when it was introduced and we are excited to see how it has become the preferred partner of all the adventure seekers. Now, the Instinct - Tactical Edition comes laden with added tactical features including Jumpmaster, Dual Position Format, Night Vision & Stealth Mode, to further provide more in-depth data and support to the users while exploring outdoor rugged interests.”

Designed to withstand the toughest environments, the Instinct Tactical comes with built-in navigation sensors, multiple global navigation satellite systems, GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo, to support in tracking more challenging environments than relying solely on GPS. It monitors heart rate¹, activity, and stress, providing preloaded activity profiles for training and allow users to stay connected with smart notifications². Exploring the outdoors, users can activate the TracBack feature to navigate the same route back to the starting point or even plan trips in advance with the Garmin Explore website.

Users can enjoy a peace of mind in the outdoors as the battery life of Instinct Tactical lasts 14 days in smartwatch mode, up to 16 hours in GPS mode, up to 40 hours in UltraTrac battery saver mode, so all activities will be recorded on the device.

Highlight features

* Built to endure like you: This rugged, reliable outdoor GPS watch is built to the U.S. military standard 810G for thermal, shock and water resistance (rated to 100 meters). The fiber-reinforced polymer case adds strength and durability, and the chemically strengthened, scratch-resistant display is readable in bright sunlight. The “night vision mode,” reduces backlight settings to a level that doesn't interfere with the operation of night vision goggles. The fully vented silicone bands include two independent, removable keeper loops to ensure a secure fit.

* GPS you can count on: GPS, GLONASS and Galileo satellite network capability tracks in more challenging environments than GPS alone. The built-in three-axis compass and barometric altimeter help you keep your bearings. Take the guesswork out of your return journey by using the TracBack feature to navigate the same route back to start.

* Tactical functionality: Enable the Stealth Mode to stop storing and sharing GPS position and disable wireless connectivity and communication. Access projected waypoints and a dual-format GPS coordinate data page that supports display of MGRS, degrees/minutes/seconds and more.

* Monitor and train: Instinct – Tactical Edition GPS smartwatch monitors heart rate, activity and stress throughout the day to keep track of the user’s daily activity level. Equipped with pre-loaded activity profiles, users can enjoy running, biking, swimming and more. It also has mission-specific training options, including Jumpmaster and a preloaded tactical activity.

* Add global connectivity: Pair Instinct with an InReach device so that the watch can display messages received on inReach device and send preset messages using inReach satellite communication technology. Get weather alerts to stay up to date with changes in environment. Plus, users can trigger an SOS alert to contact the GEOS 24/7 emergency response team³.

Availability for Garmin Instinct - Tactical Edition:

Offline Stores: Lifestyle Stores, Bums On The Saddle, Pro Bikers And Mastermind, Helios, Kamal Watch Co, Just In Time, CT Pundole & Sons, Johnson Watches CP, Select Citywalk, Samay, Indo, Gangaram, Malabar Watches, All Leading Cycling Retailers.

Online: Instinct Tactical will be  available on Prime day launch with Amazon.in. Post that, the watch will also be available at Paytm, TataCliq and The Garminstore.in from 8th August’2020.

Brand Stores: To know about the brand stores in India, visit- https://www.garmin.com/en-IN/buy/brandshop/

Six Must-Have Products for a Smooth WFH This Monsoon Season

This year’s monsoon season comes with an added concern as the COVID-19 pandemic is also gaining pace at an alarming rate! As some cities have once again begun announcing lockdowns for their citizens, it seems remote working is here to stay for quite a while. However, with the monsoon almost at its peak, there can be certain challenges to implementing a smooth work from home as electricity outages and weak internet connectivity become more frequent. For this reason and to help you tide over these challenges seamlessly, we have handpicked some top products you should have as a backup while working from home

1.       Syska P0511J Power Bank

In India, power outages are frequent during heavy rains. And considering we are completely reliant on electronic appliances this power bank is a must-have. Fuel your smartphones, tabs, mini speakers, MP3 Players, and other digital devices using the Syska P0511J Power Bank that comes with a steady capacity of 5000mAh and high energy density polymer cell. This gadget qualifies its “Overcharge and Discharge Protection” function in case the power is not switched off after completion of charge. Syska power bank is multifunctional, pocket-fit, sleek product and is available at leading retail outlets for Rs. 1,199/-. You can also get it at a discounted price on Amazon. The power bank comes in red, blue, and silver colours.

2.       Wipro Emerald Rechargeable Emergency Light

Good illumination is necessary while you are working at home. In the case of a power blackout, an Emergency Light comes handy. Wipro Emerald Rechargeable Emergency Light is a powerful 5 watt LED & high-quality rechargeable lithium battery operated emergency light that comes with in-built 2 levels of brightness and 50,000 hours of life. It is provided with a powerful 5 watts LED which gives you more radiant light. Wipro Emerald Rechargeable Emergency Light is available at leading retail outlets for Rs. 1290/- and you can get it at a discounted price on Amazon.

3.       Goldmedal i-Dock Player

We all would agree that music and pleasant weather go hand in hand. Sitting by the window, watching it drizzle, feeling the monsoon winds while sipping your hot cup of chai provides for the perfect indoor vibe. Goldmedal’s i-Dock player serves as a perfect partner for you to kick-start your weekend, listening to some of your favorite music while it pours outside. This sleek music player can be installed directly into a flush box with Goldemdal’s Curve modular cover plates, allowing you to play your favourite tracks stored on your Apple devices as well as other MP3 players. Equipped with an in-built stereo amplifier, the player enables direct speaker connection and also comes with a charging function for iPod and iPhone. An additional line output enables you to connect your music to any Hi-Fi or multi-room system to make you groove to your favourite songs. Goldmedal’s i-Dock Player is priced at Rs. 10,900/- and can be purchased from retail stores as well as leading ecommerce platforms.

4.       INALSA Steam Iron Geyser Titanium

Monsoons make clothes damp, wrinkly, and odourful. INALSA Steam Iron Geyser Titanium is compact and will assist you to steam-iron your fabrics hassle-free. With 2000W of power, Geyser Titanium iron eliminates stubborn wrinkles efficiently and effortlessly slides across various fabrics. Rapid Even-Heat technology delivers more high-grade execution and flawless. As they say first impressions are the last impressions, this product will help you to look your best for that all important Zoom meeting with your client. INALSA Steam Iron Geyser Titanium is available at leading retail outlets for Rs. 3,195/- and you can get it at a discounted price on Amazon.

5.       Syska- Mosguard Anti-Mosquito 15W LED Bulb

Monsoon is the breeding season for mosquitoes and the uncertainty of mosquito-transmitted infections, such as malaria and dengue fever is high. The Syska Mosguard 2 in 1 mosquito killer bulb is a safe chemical-free easy to clean product which will protect your home by keeping it insect free and provide energy-efficient adaptable lighting. It is available at leading retail outlets for Rs. 699/-.

6.       Easy Steel Floor Cloth Dryer Stand 18

Attempting to dry your clothes during monsoon is a challenging task. Garments are usually either soaking wet or damp. With Easy Steel Floor Cloth Dryer Stand 18 you can prevent this problem. Produced for better ventilation by extending the distance of each fabric, all length-types of clothes can be dried using it. The product includes three shelves and folds in half for space-saving. Easy Steel Floor Cloth Dryer Stand 18 is available at leading retail outlets for Rs. 3,999/- and you can get it at a discounted price on Flipkart.

7.       Goldmedal I-Strip 205101 LED Spike Guard

While working from home, you will need a product that can take care of your device charging requirements while increasing your comfort and convenience. Equipped with 6 international sockets with surge protection, overload protection and a power cord of 2 metres length, Goldmedal’s I-Strip 205101 LED Spike Guard can charge multiple devices such as your laptop, smartphone and power bank, at one go. The device can even be wall mounted making it easy to plug-in and plug-out at ease.  Goldmedal’s I-Strip 205101 LED Spike Guard is priced at Rs. 799/- only and is available in all electrical retail stores and also on Amazon for a discounted price.

Amazfit PowerBuds TWS with Noise Cancellation and HR Monitor Launching on Aug 7, 2020

Tech Gadgets

* True Wireless Sports Earphones with Heart Rate Monitoring, Magnetic Ear Hooks and Superior Sound

* ENC Dual-Microphone Noise Reduction Filtering Ambient Noise for HD Calls

* Will launch on Amazon and Brand’s online store https://in.amazfit.com 

Huami Corporation, a biometric and activity data-driven company with significant expertise in smart wearable technology and the number 1 smartwatch brand in the Indian watch segment, soon going to launch their most awaited professional fitness TWS earphones, Amazfit PowerBuds in India on Amazon and Brand’s online store https://in.amazfit.com.

Scheduled to debut in India during Amazon Prime Day, these powerbuds are equipped with an in-ear PPG heart rate sensor, magnetic sports ear hook, and ENC- dual-microphone noise reduction for calls, etc. Featuring 8 hours of playtime on a single charge and the portable magnetic charging case offers up to 24 hours of music on-the-go. The Amazfit PowerBuds provide superior sound for calls and music; The ENC dual microphone helps filter the background noise, ensuring call clarity. The advanced composite diaphragm delivers stunning, clear sound quality, and the Motion Beat Mode enhances the bass effect, making the beats of your music clearer and more powerful to energize your workouts.

Equipped with intuitive tap control and in-ear detection, the music can automatically play or pause when putting on or off the earbuds. These powerbuds come with IP55* water and dust resistance rating. The Amazfit Powerbuds are safe from dust, rain, and sweat, keeping you free from worry during workouts.

Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.in/l/21868476031

About Huami Corporation 

Huami is a biometric and activity data-driven company with significant expertise in smart wearable technology. Since its inception in 2013, Huami has quickly established its global market leadership and recognition by shipping millions of units of smart wearable devices. In 2018, Huami shipped 27.5 million units of smart wearable devices. Huami has one of the largest biometric and activity databases in the global smart wearables industry. Huami's mobile apps work hand in hand with its smart wearable devices and provide users with a comprehensive view and analysis of their biometric and activity data.

itel Mobile Brand Launches ‘itel Smart Gadgets’ to Enhance Smartphone Experience of Consumers in India

Smart Gadgets

* itel Smart Gadgets to empower aspirers and first-time users to live life uninterrupted by providing them relevance, quality, and affordability.

* Launches comprehensive gadgets portfolio by introducing 14 products under 4 categories ranging from power, audio, speaker to fit band

* The product range attempts to accentuate the user’s experience of accessories and bridge the market gap.

 

After establishing its leadership position in entry level Smartphone and feature phone segment, itel mobile forays into the accessories segment by announcing the launch of ‘itel Smart Gadgets’ to enhance and provide a superior mobile experience to its users.

itel ‘Smart Gadgets’ is built on the brand positioning of ‘Make Every Moment Magical’ for consumers by harping on the relevance, that it would make their day to day life complete without any interruptions. The portfolio of itel smart gadgets aims to fuel the aspirations of both aspirers and minimalist set of consumers by providing them with trendy and quality technology at an affordable bracket of price.

The portfolio boasts of 14 brand new and exciting gadgets ranging from power, audio, speaker and fit band in an attractive price range of INR 100 to INR 1999. Designed to enhance the smartphone experience of its consumers, the product range offers a complete mobile solution to users which incorporate a wide range of technology and features.

Announcing itel’s entry into accessories market, Mr. Arijeet Talaptra, CEO, TRANSSION India said “With ever-evolving lifestyle and technological advancements, there exists a remarkable need for high quality smart accessories in the entry-level segment, especially in Tier 3 cities and towns. With this growing demand for smart accessories, India has proven to be one of the crucial markets for itel with its existing loyal consumers base. itel smart gadgets are not targeted towards a specific age group or demography but to a mind-set who belong to semi-urban and rural areas, who are looking for stylish, efficient and quality product at a reasonable price point.”

He further added, “With this launch, itel aims to fulfil the aspirations and desires of its consumers to own smart accessories that not only are relevant for day to day transactions, but also upgrades their smartphone experience to a superior level.  The new range boasts latest technology, innovation, style all under an affordable bracket of price point. We are confident that the launch of itel smart gadgets range will enjoy similar success in India as we witnessed in the mobile handset segment.”

While developing the product, itel has ensured that each product is quality-driven, light weighted, highly portable and equipped with best in class specifications which helps in empowering users to live life on their terms and at their own pace. itel smart gadgets range will be available in attractive color variants and will go on sale across offline stores starting today.

itel hosted its first-ever innovative virtual Channel Partners meets to take the launch to its distributor fraternity amidst this lockdown. Insightful and interactive meetings were conducted to abreast the partners with the product portfolio and future business plans. To promote itel smart gadgets, itel will focus extensively on social and digital marketing communication to engage with consumers. Innovative product communications through aggressive WhatsApp marketing will be one of the crucial approaches the brand will follow to reach out to its customers.

itel smart gadgets range consists of 14 new products under 4 categories including power bank, phone charger, car charger, data cable, phone battery, wired earphone, Bluetooth earphone, wireless earphones, wired speaker, Bluetooth speaker and Fit Band. Let’s have a quick look at a few key products category wise:

1) Power

itel IPP-62 | 10000mAh Super Slim pocket size Power Bank

itel IPP-62 boasts of the ultra-slim and stylishly designed body along with multi-protection safety system to avoid any phone damage. Providing a massive capacity of 10000mAh, it allows 2.1A fast charging to support your devices throughout the day. This lithium polymer battery cell enabled power bank, comes with dual output with itel’s high speed charging technology, which enables users to charge two devices simultaneously. This portable power gadget can be fully charged at a fast speed in 4.5- 5 hrs and can be carried anywhere.

itel ICC-11 Car Charger | 3.4A Fast Charging for Two

itel car charger comes with dual USB ports that are designed to provide appropriate power to each connected device. itel's assurance of best quality, charger's compact design, multi-layered protection and its compatibility with most cars in the market make it a must-buy for your cars. It detects optimum charging protocols and delivers total 3.4A full speed charging to your devices. A perfect companion on the go! 

2) Fitbands

itel IFB- 11

itel Fitband comes with HD color screen and 20 days long-lasting battery life. itel fitness tracker is a must-have when it comes to keeping a daily check on your calorie counts, footsteps, keeps a track of your sleeping time, etc. It’s your perfect partner to your workout, swimming and jogging sessions with IP67 splash resistant technology. itel Fitband helps you with notification alerts of calls, messages and WhatsApp.

3) Speakers

itel IBS-10 Powerful Sound

The itel Bluetooth speaker is compact, portable and provides unmatched experience to the listener. It contains dual speaker of 5W each within 1 unit thus making output as 10W and comes with stereo stabilization and 1500mAh battery which makes it your perfect partner to turn any place into a music station or a disco. The wireless speaker also supports Bluetooth 5.0 along with music playtime of 6 hours. It comes along with three options so that you can listen to your favourite music anytime and anywhere—Aux connectivity, T-Card support along with Wireless FM. This will soon hit the market.

4) Audio

Bluetooth Earphones| BT Necklace (IEB-62)

BT Necklace is attractive Bluetooth earphones that are ergonomically designed, sweatproof and houses a precision-engineered with less than 20gm weight combines with the best quality BT Chip and In- line remote and microphone that redefines the audio experience for the music lovers. These earphones have flexible around-the-neck design & have magnetic buds and produce uber sound quality with extreme bass and big sound that ensures long-lasting comfort. The Necklace earphones exhibit a standby of 120 ours and its battery provides a talk time of up to 6 hours and music playtime of 5 hours continuously.

Service Proposition

itel is offering a 12 months’ warranty for its accessory portfolio, ranging from power banks, chargers, fit bands to Bluetooth headsets and speakers. The brand is also offering a 6 months’ warranty for other accessories in the portfolio which includes batteries, earphones, USB cables.  The service proposition provides an additional benefit of over the counter replacement for selected itel smart gadgets.  New itel accessories range will utilize time-tested robust Go-to-market strategy of itel smartphone business which has deeper regional penetration backed by a strong service network of 970+ service centers spread across the nook and corners of the nation.

Huami Launches Amazfit T-Rex on Amazon & in.amazfit.com/ at INR 9999 in India

Smartwatch

* Amazfit T-Rex, the military certified outdoor smartwatch for sports and fitness enthusiasts with 20-day battery life and 20 Hrs GPS

* Soon will be available in the offline market across India via leading stores like Croma, Reliance Digital & Poorvika Mobiles

Huami Corporation, a biometric and activity data-driven company with significant expertise in smart wearable technology and the number 1 smartwatch brand in the watch segment, has officially launched Amazfit T-Rex smartwatch in India. Starting today, customers can purchase Amazfit T-REX online on Amazon & in.amazfit.com/. Amazfit T-REX will be available offline via leading stores like Croma, Reliance Digital & Poorvika Mobiles across the country by next week. Huami has partnered with PR Innovations, a leading technology importer, to market and distribute Amazfit T-Rex in India.

Amazfit T-Rex the rugged smart wearable designed for outdoor enthusiasts. The smartwatch has passed 12 regulation of military standard (MIL-STD-810) quality test to resist the harsh environment which can operate under unpredictable weather conditions, rain, hail or shine. Another distinct feature the T-Rex is built to withstand extreme temperatures as well as damp, salt and any challenging outdoor conditions, surviving for two hours under rapid temperature change from -40 to 70℃.

The smartwatch is packed with 14 sports modes, tracking user performance in everything from indoor and outdoor running to cycling to skiing and more. The smartwatch features a 1.3-inch AMOLED screen with (360x360 pixels) capable of displaying 16.7 million colours with superb clarity. It features 20hrs GPS, GLONASS, a BioTracker™ PPG optical heart rate sensor, an advanced activity tracker and a sleep monitoring sensor, all providing detailed data to enable you to best reach your fitness goals. Amazfit T-Rex delivers an impressive 20-day battery life.

The Amazfit T-Rex features 14 sport mode has 5ATM water-resistant design also allows you to advance your activities underwater, keeping track of your performance in open water swimming or triathlons. Built-in fast 28nm Sony GPS chip, so your GPS can continuously work for 20 hours. Activity Tracking with distance, active hours, calories and steps. Sweat-absorbent and comfortable silicone strap, Outer bezel made of special ink-filling technology, inner sweat-wicking design makes it breathable and keep it dry and not sticky. Bluetooth Music Control directly from your watch while exercising. A selection of 30 watch faces full of personality to choose from.

BioTracker PPG optical sensor provides high-precision 24h heart rate with heart rate interval values + abnormal heart rate warning. Sleep monitoring to understand better your sleeping pattern. Sedentary reminders when you’ve been inactive for too long. Smart Notifications for Incoming calls, text messages, apps, calendars, custom events. Easily find your Smartphone with the Find my phone function. Weather forecast (5 to 7 Days) + temperature warnings.

*Test conditions:

20 days: Heart rate is always on, sleep monitoring on, GPS is turned on 13 minutes a day, 150 messages are pushed, the wrist is illuminated 30 times, and 5 minutes of other operations. 

66 days: Turn off the phone's Bluetooth connection, heart rate and other functions, and lift the wrist to see the screen 100 times a day. 

20hours:  Turn on GPS recording motion track, turn on heart rate monitoring 

Note: Tests conducted in-lab, results may vary according to usage, settings, and many other factors.

Is ur battery dead? Fuel cells to chip in

How many times have you come across the dreaded situation where you have to make an all-important call and find yourself in the midst of nowhere with a dead cell phone battery? You do not have a charger and you are miles away from access to a plug point. What could you possibly do in such a scenario?

Well, there are a couple of solutions available. One could carry along a spare charged battery, and voila! you have a fully charged phone as soon as you replace the discharged battery. However, this might not always be possible. Oh, and I know quite a few people (whom I shall call Mobile Killers) who can make the most powerful batteries bite the dust in a matter of a few hours. They are people who use the multimedia capabilities of the cellphones of today and remain connected to the Internet via 3G, WiFi or GPRS simultaneously -- insatiable battery resource hogging features.

Other options include devices like these, which certainly do the job, but are not reliable, and guess what? I feel these are "stop gap" arrangements. What we need is a permanent solution to this issue. So, here's something that's futuristic enough to feature on Future Watch!

Enter fuel cells. Now, automobile buffs might be aware that fuel cell powered cars and buses are being used in many countries; as far as I know, this is the most popular application for fuel cells. However, there have been continuous advancements in this field over the past few years, and we have seen instances of fuel cell usage migrating to other applications, ranging from fuel cell powered submarines to concepts of portable "on the fly" chargers for your gadgets.

To date, fuel cell powered chargers were restricted by legislation - being banned on flights because of the presence of methanol, butane, and formic acid in the fuel cell apparatus. This legislation has stunted the growth of the "compact" fuel cell industry all these years; it was recently scrapped by the US Department of Transportation. This has, as expected, lead to a heightened interest in this field due to the financial rewards that can be reaped by targeting this untapped market. So, what is in store now?

Companies like Lilliputian Systems and Medis Technologies are already working on little fuel cell based "generators" that will keep your gadgets powered for a long time with its cigarette lighter sized fuel cell based charging devices. These devices are expected to see the light of day sometime in the last quarter of 2009. Some others, on the other hand, have already introduced products that might be a bit ungainly to look at now. Hey, that's OK. They are new devices. Remember the first cellphone? You might not want to be seen dead with it now. These products, according to Lilliputian Systems, will be sold for $100 and $150 with recharge cartridge prices ranging from $1 to $3.

Expect a slew of devices by the end of next year, and you could finally have a futuristic 'charging point on the go' at your disposal!

Source: Techtree.com